Otters Youth Swim Team

About the Team

The Otters Swim Team is based on the premise that kids can enjoy aquatic sports at any skill level with constant learning through detailed instruction, games, and teamwork. The Otters Swim Team strives to create a competitive swimming environment in which children can develop acceptance, respect and community with their fellow athletes in pursuit of the YWCA's mission to empower women & girls and to eliminate racism. The Otters coaches are dedicated to the development of Otters as strong individuals both in and out of the pool.

Whether your child is new to the sport of swimming or is moving to a more competitive level, the YWCA Otters Swim Team offers a positive and encouraging atmosphere for enhancing his or her swimming experience.

• Improve swimming and endurance by working first on technique work and stroke efficiency.
• Emphasis is placed on good sportsmanship, nutrition, and mental preparedness.
• Optional competition for all swimmers in both YMCA/YWCA league and USA Swimming.
• Flexible practice schedule offers three time slots for practices at Uptown and Midtown locations.

Otters are split into several training groups based on age and ability. These groups often work together, providing mentoring and team-building opportunities.

Please don't hesitate to email ywcaotters@gmail.com or call 612-215-4228 with any questions.