Events

Competitive swimmers need times to measure their personal progress and compete at higher level meets. At meets, swimmers not only get times, they also get to have fun, to compete, gauge progress, gain meet experience, interact with teammates and other swimmers. Meet specific feedback from coaches, feedback from officials (Granted, this is usually in the form of disqualifications, but remember, no experience is wasted if we learn from it). The opportunity to learn a variety of life lessons, like the joy that comes from accomplishing goals after working hard and resilience in the face of adversity.

When parents attend meets they can get to know their swimmer’s teammates, other parents, and coaches. They also get to know the sport better. When they volunteer as meet workers they learn even more. Additionally, they set a good example for their child(ren) by giving back. Volunteering also helps to keep costs down. Parent volunteering often begins with helping at a swim meet. When parents are more involved they become, more knowledgeable about the sport, better able to support their swimmer, more capable as a volunteer, connected to other swim parents, and more invested in the organization.

Our aim is simple, to create positive change in the sport of swimming by providing a platform for young swimmers to showcase their abilities and compete to their maximum potential with other swimmers. Waterskills aim to inspire the next generation of swimming champions by highlighting their talents and providing a supportive environment for them to shine. of age group swimming meets on a local, national and global scale. Meets are mandatory to develop competitive swimmers and with a passion for our sport of swimming, Waterskills goal is to play a meaningful role in developing amazing swimmers and even more amazing people...embracing life's journey and the many tremendous life skills, character development and athletic achievement that our great sport can offer! Hosting quality local meets increases team unity and participation. Well-planned and produced swim meets benefit all.