KW Swim Team 101
We are excited to get this season started! To ensure that you and your swimmer(s) are fully prepared for the season and stay in the know, please review these KW Swim Team 101 tips.
Learn More About the Swim Seasons
- The KW Swim Team offers a year-round program broken into three sessions, which you can register for separately: Fall/Winter, Spring, and Summer.
- The Jr. Whales swim group has three separate sessions available for registration: Fall, Winter, and Spring.
- Learn more about the swim seasons
Your Swimmer's Skill Group Level
We assign each swimmer to a specific Skill Group Level.
- Learn about the skills your swimmer will acquire and need to advance to the next level.
- Review practice and meet expectations for your child's Skill Group.
- Each group will have its own lead KW Swim Coach.
Purchase Required Equipment
We require each Skill Group to have specific equipment for the season. Please purchase the required equipment by the first day of practice. You may also purchase additional, optional apparel.
- View equipment requirements by Skill Group.
- Check out our Gear, Equipment & Apparel page.
- KW is an Arena-sponsored team, and we have a partnership with BR Pools, allowing the team to enjoy discounted items. Purchase both required items and additional apparel at our BR Pools online store at a discount. Visit the online BR Pool Store now.
Practice Schedule
- Visit our Practice Calendars page to view your swimmer's specific Skill Group calendar and to subscribe to it and import it into your personal calendar app of choice. (Not all practice dates may be entered yet.)
- View a Sample Practice Schedule. This schedule is subject to change depending on enrollment and school events.
- Learn all about KW practices.
- Review where KW swims for practices.
Meet Schedule
When and where are swim meets? How do I sign up my swimmer for meets?
- View meets that are already scheduled to mark your calendars.
- Before each meet, we will send an email with detailed information about the meet and how to RSVP to the meet (attend/deline).
- Learn more about KW meets.
- Learn how to track swimmer progress and times.
Parent Volunteer Requirements
KW is a non-profit, year-round swim club that is operated by parent volunteers and parent-funded.
- Sign up for jobs to ensure your family meets the seasons volunteer requirements and to avoid an end-of-season VIF fee.
- Watch for emails throughout the season listing available jobs and how you can sign up.
- Learn more about Parent Involvement and the Volunteer Incentive Fee, and watch for volunteer sign-ups via email to fulfill your familys required credits.
Ensure You Receive KW Communications to Stay In the Know
Please keep watch for additional KW communications as the season progresses. To ensure that you stay in the know with all the KW news and updates, tap into these resources today.
- Get KW Text Alerts: Ensure your Mobile/SMS number is added and verified. (Sign in to www.kwswimming.com > My Account on left, black column > Account Info > Check your listed Mobile/SMS number. Add it and verify it.)
- Please add this KW Text Alert number to your mobile Contacts list: 1-888-615-5516
- Get KW Emails: Ensure your KW Account Emails are correct. (Sign in to www.kwswimming.com > My Account on left, black column> Account Info > Check your listed Emails.)
- Please add the following emails to your Contacts list to ensure you receive emails from KW:
- Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and X (Twitter)
- Visit the News page.
Download the Following Apps
- Meet Mobile: Search for swim meets to track your swimmers times as the meet unfolds. Flag swimmers and/or teams as favorites and then easily filter to see completed results and upcoming schedules. Available for a monthly or annual fee.
- SportsEngine Motion: Access your KW account, events, meet times, news, jobs, and more. Available for free. Download and sign in using your KW website username and password. (Google Play | App Store)
Payments Fees
Have questions about the fees charged to your account or wondering how to add or change your credit card on file? Visit our Fees Financials page.
How to Contact KW
Many questions about the swim season are answered in this email and on our comprehensive Swim Team page. If you have additional questions, visit our Contact Us page for more help.
