Little Otters

Little Otters is a great option for children looking to join the swim team, but who need a little more instruction before they can safely transition onto the swim team.  It is run under the direction of our swim coaches, but with instruction by our older Otter swimmers.

Children must be able to use a kick-board on their own and have a basic freestyle stroke to be in this group. Children will be in small groups with volunteer instructors to guide them.  Children not ready for these skills will be recommended for the Learn to Swim Program or Private Lessons.

Children in this group may participate in all swim team activities, but are not required.  

Many of our Swim Team members have built their foundation in this program. Little Otters that meet swim team requirements during the season may be transitioned into regular practice groups and participate in Swim Team A Meets held Saturday Mornings at 9am.

 

Meet opportunities (encouraged, but not required):

  • B Meet Kickboard Races: WEDNESDAY NIGHTS at 6pm our Little Otters are invited to participate in kickboard races at the beginning of Swim Team B Meets 

  • The Bob Rueppel Mini Meet at Old Orchard held yearly on a Sunday in early July: Kickboard races or freestyle/ backstroke events available

Practices:

  • Practices are held alongside the 8&under Practice Group

    • Held weeknights between Memorial Day and the Last Day of school, then weekday mornings through the end of July

  • Afternoon "Camper Practice" is NOT an option for Little Otters

Registration:

  • To registration for this group, simply register for the Swim Team

  • Pricing for Little Otters is the same as Swim Team.  We consider our Little Otters to be a part of the team!