Swim Teams

The YMCA of Rock River Valley offer two competitive swim teams focused on the development of all ages and abilities. Our trained coaches work to improve swimmers' skill level, endurance and to promote a healthy lifestyle. Our programs embrace the YMCA core values and promote progression at an individual level.

STINGRAYS SWIM TEAM

The Rockford YMCA RAYS Swim Team is a year-round competitive swim team offering quality coaching and technique instruction for all ages. The goal of our team is to provide every member an opportunity to improve swimming skills and achieve personal success at his or her ability level, from the novice to national competitor. Every swimmer is important to our team!

Fall 2024 Rookie Week is August 26-30. This is for new swimmers who have never participated on the team. It's a great opportunity to try the team environment and learn placement. Click the registration button below to get started.
 
For more information on the RAYS, please check out our team website! www.ymcaraysswimteam.org or email us at rays@rockriverymca.org.

A few team highlights:

  • Top 10 Y Swim Team in IL
  • 7 Individual Northwest District Champions 
  • 5 YMCA National qualifiers
  • And, 5 NCISC Summer Conference Champions! 

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Pennock Penguins

The YMCA of Rock Rivery Valley Pennock Penguins is a swim team for Special Olympics athletes. The goal of our team is to provide every member an opportunity to improve swimming skills and achieve success, with comprehensive training and preparation for competitive swim meets.

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Master's Swim Team

For swimmers over age 18 who want to work out with other adults on a regular basis with coach guidance. Swim to compete, work on your technique, or just for fun and exercise. 

The Master's Swim Team participates in various events such as open water swim events, USMS sanctioned swim events, and local invitationals. Open to anyone and everyone! No prior experience required.

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Competitive Swimming Benefits:

Most injury-free sport for children
 

Develops coordination by requiring complex muscle movement involving all parts of the body.
 

Builds cardiac and respiratory fitness and develops aerobic endurance

Promotes muscle development and burns calories
 

Provides a supportive, wholesome social outlet
 

Lessons in sportsmanship, including dealing with winning and losing
 

Develops team camaraderie and close friendships
 

Focus on goal setting, self-discipline and self-confidence
 

Develops time-management skills: competitive swimmers are among the best students
 

It’s fun!

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