Webster Swim Association -- Trial Swim Program -- Fall 2023-24 Session --  September 16-28

Future BlueFins (new to competitive swimming):

Thank you for your interest in the Webster BlueFins Trial Swim Program! This page will be updated as details are finalized.

Procedural details and required documents, along with a virtual meeting time to introduce the program and answer questions, will be posted closer to the Trial start date.  Note special procedure for Day 1 - September 16.

Google Meetings

Google Meetings prior to the Trial Swim program will introduce parents to the BlueFins and the Trial Swim process will be held. Select the day most convenient for you. Meeting links will be listed below and emailed before the meetings to each registered trial swim family.

• Meeting #1 - Wed, 9/13/2023 - 7:30 PM
  Click HERE for meeting link.

OR

• Meeting #2 - Thu, 9/14/2023 - 7:30 PM
  Click HERE for meeting link.

Click HERE for Meeting Presentation.

 A link to sign up for a 15-min time block on Sat, 9/16/23 check-out day will be sent out ~ 9/11/2023.

Trial Swim logistics for Fall 2023:
Most sessions will be held at the Webster Aquatic Center (WAC).

Click HERE for MAPS and DIRECTIONS for BlueFins training facilities.

Day 1: Saturday, September 16, 2023 - Readiness Assessment
Location: Webster Thomas High School Pool
Time:  10 AM ( A link to sign up for a 15-min time block on Sat, 9/16/23 check-out day will be sent out ~ 9/11/2023.)

• This day will be a readiness day check only where the coaches will work 1:1 with swimmers to make sure they’re ready to attend the 2 week trial.
• Swimmers will be organized into 15 minute time blocks to work 1:1 with coaches. Parents may sign up for a time block after registration closes. The link will be sent out to those who have registered.
• Families are asked to come 5 minutes before their time slot to check in and be ready.
• Swimmers should come already in their swimsuits.
• After the swimmers go in with the coaches, the families will be allowed entrance to the pool to watch.
• Coaches will come out and talk to the parents after the check out and let them know the results. After this, the family may leave.
• If your swimmer cannot attend the first day of the trial practice, please let us know so we can best accommodate your family in welcoming you to the trial program.

Day 2: Monday, September 18 and subsequent days
Time: Check the schedule below; Note - when High School meets are held, practice may be canceled or delayed depending on the school and date, so please check the schedule before coming. 

Swimmers should come to practice already in their swimsuit prepared to start swimming immediately following check-in. They should bring their belongings on deck.

• Schedule will be updated when finalized.
• BE ON TIME ... no entry if late.
• Parents are allowed to watch from the stands.

General Information: 
Please note that adjustments and additional details will be posted when they are finalized. 

• Swimmers should come dressed in a swimsuit (one piece suit is preferable), and bring goggles and towel. Those with long hair should bring a cap (if they have one) or hair tie to keep hair out of their face.
• Arrival and check-in process will be communicated.
• Locker Rooms may be available to use.
• Attendance: Swimmers may attend as many days as they wish during the two week trial period based on their age group. The schedule will be listed below as well as on our website calendar.
• Questions: A BlueFin representative will be available to answer questions during the 2 week trial! Please talk to them. Ask ANY questions you have big or small.
• End of Trial Swim Parent Meetings -- opportunity to ask questions. Time and location are shown below.
• Ready to register: After (or during) the two week trial, a coach will confirm group placement if the family chooses to register their swimmer(s) for the BlueFins Competitive swim program.

End of Trial Swim Parent Meetings (choose 1):
Time / Location: WAC Conference Room
Attend either to get any additional questions that you may have answered.

• Wednesday, Sept 27 - 6:30 pm
• Thursday, September 28 -  7 pm

Trial Swim Schedule:  follows Age Group schedule unless swimmer is identified for a different group by a coach in advance.

• Check the website calendar regularly for updates to the schedule, which will be posted when finalized.