Summer Season Blue Ridge Swim League
Tiger Sharks Swim Team
The Carroll Wellness Center has a home swim team called the Tiger Sharks, under the supervision of Joi Ogle. The Tiger Shark’s mission statement is to “promote, educate, instruct, and train swimmers to be competitive in a positive atmosphere.” Tiger Sharks have swim meets with Wytheville, Galax, Dobson, Mt. Airy, Elkin, and Pulaski to name a few venues. Meets are typically on Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings. Meet season is June and July with the conference meet around the end of July.
Kids between the ages of 5-18 are eligible to participate for points and ribbons. All swimmers must be able to swim the length of the pool unassisted. These swimmers must meet CWC prerequisites to join the swim team. We do offer Youth Conditioning during the “off” months. This enables the young swimmer to improve stroke techniques and speed prior to swim team training in the Spring. There will be a one-time summer league fee in addition to team swim team suit, goggles and travel expense. There are fund-raising opportunities during the pre-season and regular season to help offset some of the expenses.
SWIM TEAM REGISTRATION:
- CWC Members: $75 for the first child, $20 for each additional child in the family
- Non-members: $150
- Season: April – July with sign up’s beginning in May
PRACTICES:
- Days: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays
- Time: 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
CONFERENCE FEES:
- There are additional conference fees for those who wish to participate in the conference meet at the end of July.
YOUTH CONDITIONING:
WHAT IS YOUTH CONDITIONING?
Youth Conditioning is a specialized program at CWC designed to enhance the physical fitness of children ages 5-18 through structured pool workouts. The focus is on improving competitive swimming techniques, including freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly.
WHY CHOOSE YOUTH CONDITIONING?
Aquatic exercise is a fun and effective way to boost physical fitness, fight childhood obesity, and promote a healthy, active lifestyle. This program helps young swimmers build strength, endurance, and technique in a supportive environment.
WHEN DOES IT TAKE PLACE?
Youth Conditioning begins in October and is offered twice a week, on Mondays and Thursdays. The program runs throughout the winter and spring, with sessions designed to fit into busy schedules.
COST:
Free for children with a CWC family membership. $200 Youth Swim Membership for non-members for the entire youth conditioning season (provides access to the pool anytime, not just during Youth Conditioning)
CONNECTION TO THE CWC TIGER SHARKS SWIM TEAM:
Many participants in Youth Conditioning go on to join the CWC Tiger Sharks Swim Team, but this is not a requirement. While Youth Conditioning is a standalone program, it offers excellent preparation, improving both fitness and swimming technique, which can help children excel in competitive swimming.
WHO IS THE COACH?
Joi Ogle and Blake Phipps coach both Youth Conditioning and the CWC Tiger Sharks Swim Team. For more information about enrolling your child in the program or to ask about participation details, please contact us at (276) 728-2500.
