The Stingray Prep Program runs April through September! Missed out this summer? No worries: reigstration is already open for our 2025 Prep Program! You may register now to reserve your child's spot and attend a tryout closer to next summer, no prepayment required.
General Information
The Stingray Prep Program (FKA "Pups") is the perfect place for future athletes who are interested in joining the Stingrays Swim Team but need some extra prep to make it happen! Prep practices bridge the gap between group swim lessons and the swim-team environment.
In the Stingray Prep Program, future athletes will be working with a coach or instructor in the water to hone skills that will be essential to success in a competitive swim program. Participants will attend classes three times each week, which acquaints them with the expectations in the Swim Team program. Additionally, athletes will get to work with some of the Stingray coaches, developing relationships that will extend into their time on the Team. At the conclusion of each session, the last class will include a tryout for the Team. Responsible adults and future athletes will be given a report card that summarizes the participant's progress toward program goals (swim-team readiness).
Classes occur TWTh, 4:30-5pm. Attendance at all three days each week is expected. June and July offer a separate morning session (9:45-10:15am). Athletes may register for the morning, afternoon, or both.
Each session runs for four weeks. For 2025, the Team is currently offering sessions in April through September. Additional months may be added. The end-goal of each session is swim-team readiness, although some athletes may need additional sessions before being ready for the Team.
USA Swimming and TeamUnify registration are not required.* Gear used during the program will be provided by the Swim Team.
*If ready, Prep Program participants are welcome to enter, attend, and participate in swim meets with the Stingrays Swim Team. USA Swimming and TeamUnify registration is required. We also encourage those Prep participants to attend summer home events, including mock swim meets, at the J!
Program Fees
- Members: $100/month
- Guests: $120/month
Program Requirements and Expectations
Participants must wear goggles, a tight-fitting swim suit, and a swim cap (if their hair would touch the collar or a shirt when down).
Participants must tryout prior to registering for the program. Tryout dates/times are the same as those for the Swim Team and are listed on the Swim Team Website: www.tucsonstingrays.com
Prep prerequisites: swim-lessons experience, 25 Freestyle, 25 backstroke, ability to demonstrate breaststroke and butterfly (dolphin) kick.
If you believe having accommodations would benefit your opportunity to equitably participate in this program, please contact Head Coach Marika Hodge to advocate for modifications. We will do our best to ensure our program is accessible to you.
Registration
Please visit the J's website and register here. You may also register in person at the Tucson J.
