Swim Teams at YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina

Join a swim team at YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina's pools in Wilmington, NC, and take your swimming skills to the next level! Our teams offer a supportive and competitive environment where swimmers of all ages and skill levels can develop their abilities, build endurance, and enjoy the excitement of swim meets. Whether you're looking to refine your technique, improve speed, or compete at a higher level, our experienced coaches will help you reach your full potential. View our programs below:
 

Foundations

Pre-Competitive Swim Program
Nir Family YMCA | Wilmington, NC
Our Foundations program is geared toward swimmers who don’t yet have the necessary skill, background, and/or time commitment for a year-round competitive swim team. The program will focus on the fundamentals of swimming, with each level building on the previous one to ensure swimmers are swim meet ready once they make the leap to the competitive side of the pool.
 

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Narwhals Summer Swim Team

Summer League Swim Team
Robert Strange Pool | Wilmington, NC
This program is for kids who enjoy the water and are interested in getting a swim team experience and being a part of the Wilmington summer swim league. Participants will be split into different groups on the first day based on age, skill performance and endurance. Kids are encouraged to come to every practice and will be competing in meets throughout the summer.
Location: 410 South 10th Street, Wilmington, NC 28401
 

Waves of Wilmington

Year-Round Swim Team
Nir Family YMCA | Wilmington, NC
The YMCA partners with Waves of Wilmington (WOW) for our youth competitive swim team. The WOW Swim Team is a year-round program serving the Cape Fear region/tri-county area (New Hanover, Pender, and Brunswick). The program serves swimmers age 5 years and older.
 

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Why Join a YMCA Swim Team?

Being part of a YMCA swim team is more than just training in the pool, it's about teamwork, discipline, and personal growth. Our program is designed to help swimmers develop their skills while fostering sportsmanship and camaraderie.
- Professional coaching focused on stroke technique, endurance, and speed.
- Opportunities to compete in local and regional swim meets.
- Team-building activities that create a positive and motivating atmosphere.
- Structured training sessions that enhance strength, coordination, and efficiency in the water.
- Pathway for advancement, from beginner swimmers to competitive athletes.
 

Who Can Join?

Our swim team welcomes swimmers of various skill levels, from those new to competitive swimming to experienced athletes looking to refine their performance.
- Youth Swimmers: Develop fundamental techniques and build endurance.
- Teen & Adult Swimmers: Enhance competitive skills and improve race strategies.
- Competitive Swimmers: Train for high-level meets with structured coaching.
 

Training & Competition

Swim teams at YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina follow a structured training program that includes:
  • Regular practice sessions focused on stroke mechanics, endurance, and speed.
  • Dryland training to improve strength and flexibility.
  • Swim meets and competitions that provide valuable race experience.
  • Individualized feedback from experienced coaches to help swimmers progress.
 

Get Started with a Swim Team

Ready to dive in? Whether you're new to competitive swimming or looking to elevate your performance, the Swim Teams in New Hanover County, NC are the perfect place to grow. Join a team, build lifelong skills, and experience the excitement of competitive swimming at YMCA of Southeastern North Carolina today!