This competitive program offers children and teens an opportunity to work with trained coaches to improve swimming skills, endurance and promote a healthy lifestyle.
RAC SWIM TEAM
SALEEBY-FISHER YMCA
Learn. Grow. Compete.
The Rowan Aquatic Club (RAC) at the East Rowan YMCA provides a fun, supportive, and challenging environment where swimmers can grow from beginners to competitive high school athletes.
Our program is designed to help every swimmer build confidence in the water while developing proper stroke technique, endurance, teamwork, and a lifelong love of swimming.
AGES: 7 - 18 years old
REGISTRATION: Opens August 1
COST: $70-85 monthly based on group placement
There is also a one-time registration fee of $85.
WHAT TO EXPECT
- Season: September through April
- Professional Coaching: All practices are led by USA Swimming Certified Coaches dedicated to developing each swimmer's skills in a positive, encouraging environment.
- Progressive Training: Swimmers focus on proper stroke mechanics, endurance, race strategy, and team-building skills appropriate for their experience level.
- Competitive Opportunities: Swimmers are encouraged and prepared to compete in swim meets throughout the season (October–April), allowing them to apply their skills, build confidence, and experience the excitement of competitive swimming.
- Year-Round Swimming Pathway: At the conclusion of the East branch RAC season, swimmers have the opportunity to continue their development through our Summer League (Salisbury Cyclones) programs at the Salisbury Country Club and the Salisbury YMCA.
PLACEMENT EVALUATIONS
To ensure every swimmer is successful, all new and returning swimmers are required to complete a swim assessment before registration. This evaluation allows our coaching staff to place each athlete in the training group that best matches their current abilities and goals.
MEMBERSHIP REQUIREMENT
All RAC swimmers must maintain an active membership with the Rowan-Cabarrus YMCA throughout the season.
Ready to dive in? Schedule your swim assessment today and become part of the RAC family!
Contact Coach Wesley Parrish to schedule an evaluation or for any programming questions.
Coach Wesley
704-279-1742
wparrish@rocabymca.org
