Are you looking to dive into competitive swimming? Or perhaps you’re already a swimmer aiming to refine your skills? The Farmington Family Ymca Stingrays Swim Team offers a variety of programs designed for swimmers of all levels. From skill-sharpening clinics to seasonal swim teams, there’s an opportunity for everyone to get involved and excel in the pool.
March Swim Clinics at Farmington Family YMCA
Get ready to sharpen your technique and enhance your racing skills with the Farmington Family YMCA Stingrays March Clinics! These focused clinics are perfect for both swimmers new to competitive swimming and experienced Stingrays looking to get an edge.
Clinic Details:
- Days: Monday, Wednesday, & Friday evenings (Please note: no clinic on March 17th)
- Location: Farmington Family YMCA Pool
- Age Groups & Times:
- 10 & Under: 6:00 PM – 6:45 PM (Cost: $115)
- 11 & Older: 6:45 PM – 8:00 PM (Cost: $135)
Ready to register?
These clinics offer a fantastic opportunity to improve specific swimming skills and learn more about competitive racing in a supportive YMCA environment. Don’t miss out on this chance to prepare for the upcoming swim seasons!
Farmington Family YMCA Stingrays Spring Tune-Up: April-May
Stay tuned for information about the Farmington Family YMCA Stingrays Spring Tune-Up program, coming this April and May! This program is designed to bridge the gap between seasons and maintain your swimmer’s progress. Details regarding dates, times, and registration will be announced soon.
Farmington Family YMCA Stingrays Spring/Summer Long Course Swim Team
Exciting news for the summer swim season! Information about the Farmington Family YMCA Stingrays Spring/Summer Long Course Swim Team will be released shortly. Get ready for longer races and summer competition with the Stingrays. Check back soon for updates on registration, practice schedules, and more.
Farmington Family YMCA Stingrays 2025-2026 Fall/Winter Short Course Swim Team
Looking ahead to the next Fall/Winter season? The Farmington Family YMCA Stingrays 2025-2026 Fall/Winter Short Course Swim Team is gearing up for another fantastic year!
New Swimmers Welcome!
If you’re interested in joining the team, please contact us with any questions. Evaluations are required for all new swimmers before joining the team. Click here to schedule your swimmer’s evaluation.
*Evaluation Requirements: Swimmers must be able to confidently swim 25 meters of both front crawl and back crawl without any assistance to participate in the Stingrays program.
Registration for the Fall/Winter Season
Registration for the Farmington Family YMCA Stingrays is a three-step process that must be completed for every swimmer, regardless of their group or session:
Step 1: FFYS Boosters Online Registration
Begin by registering with the FFYS Boosters online. This is the first and crucial step! Register with FFYS Boosters
Step 2: Farmington Family YMCA Membership
Ensure your swimmer has a Farmington Family YMCA membership. You can join online, in person, or by phone. Choose a Youth Membership for your swimmer or consider a Family Membership for the whole family.
Step 3: YMCA Swim Team Registration
Finally, complete the official YMCA swim team registration. This can also be done online, in person, or by phone.
2025-2026 Fall/Winter Practice Schedule
The weekly practice schedule will be emailed to the parent email associated with your Booster account. Here’s a general overview of the practice groups and times at North Farmington High School and the YMCA:
Practice Groups:
- Senior:
- MWF – 5:45 PM – 7:45 PM (North Farmington High School)
- TTH – 6:00 PM – 8:15 PM (North Farmington High School)
- SUN – 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM (YMCA)
- Gold:
- MWF – 6:45 PM – 8:15 PM (North Farmington High School)
- TTH – 5:45 PM – 7:15 PM (North Farmington High School)
- SUN – 9:00 AM – 10:10 AM (YMCA)
- Silver:
- MW – 7:00 PM – 8:15 PM (YMCA)
- F – 6:45 PM – 8:00 PM (YMCA)
- T – 5:45 PM – 6:45 PM (North Farmington High School)
- SUN – 10:10 AM – 11:00 AM (YMCA)
- Bronze:
- MWF – 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM (YMCA)
- Miniray:
- MWF – 5:50 PM – 6:30 PM (YMCA)
Important Note: Swimmers will not be permitted to practice if all three registration steps are not fully completed.
Understanding Team Fees and Costs
During online registration, you will create a team account and securely pay the team booster/activity fee. This account will be used for monthly meet entry fees and other team expenses, managed by FFYS Boosters Inc., separate from YMCA membership fees. Your online account simplifies event sign-ups, volunteer registration, tracking swim times, updating contact information, and receiving team communications. The Booster Fee for the 2024-2025 season is $125 for the first swimmer and $75 for each additional swimmer in a family.
For questions about FFYS or online registration, reach out to the FFYS Booster Board members. For YMCA membership or registration questions, contact Doug Edwards at [email protected] at the Farmington Family YMCA.
Practice Groups Explained
Learn more about each practice group and determine the best fit for your child by visiting the Practice Group Descriptions page. The coaching staff expertly places swimmers in appropriate groups. For new swimmers or returning members needing re-evaluation, email Coach Rich at [email protected] to schedule an evaluation. Swimmers should arrive prepared to swim with proper gear.
Costs for the 2024-2025 Fall/Winter Season
The Farmington Family YMCA Stingrays offer excellent value for high-quality swim instruction. Fees for the 2024-2025 Fall/Winter Short Course season are as follows:
- Miniray: $800
- Bronze: $850
- Silver: $1080
- Gold: $1250
- Senior: $1300
- HS Boys: $750
- HS Girls: $800
Remember that monthly program fees are in addition to YMCA membership, the annual booster/activity fee ($125 for the first swimmer, $75 for each additional swimmer, or a prorated $25 for Spring/Summer Long Course only), and meet entry fees.
Parent Responsibilities and Involvement
Parent involvement is crucial to the success of the Farmington Family YMCA Stingrays. Responsibilities include:
- Volunteering time at team social events.
- Participating in FFYS fundraising activities.
- Working a minimum of 2 sessions per family at the Stingray Holiday Invitational meet and 2 sessions at other FFYS-sponsored meets (or pay a non-volunteer fee of $100 per meet).
- Donating items for the concession stand at home meets.
Your volunteer support is essential to creating a fantastic swim season for all Stingrays!
Still have questions? Explore the provided links and contact information to get all the details you need to join the Farmington Family YMCA Stingrays!
