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Swim Team
The goals of our swim teams are to be recreational and competitive and to expand on the fundamentals of competitive swimming.
Meets are voluntary and DO require additional fees.
Swimmers must be able to complete 1 length (25M) of freestyle and 1 length (25M) backstroke without a pause to qualify for the team.
Swim Team participation is open to ages 5-21 years old.
Barracuda Swim Team – Wilson Family YMCA, Augusta, GA
Armada Swim Team – Aiken County Family YMCA, Graniteville, SC
Aiken Armada
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EELS
Beginner swimmers that are working on learning all four strokes and turns.
PRACTICE:
Tuesday 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Friday 5:00PM – 6:00 PM
Saturday 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
STINGRAYS
Intermediate swimmers who have learned all four strokes and turns with few illegal infractions. They are capable of swimming a minimum of 100 yards in any given stroke.
PRACTICE:
Thursday 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Friday 5:00PM – 6:30 PM
Saturday 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
SHARKS
The most advanced group of swimmers and are at least 11 years old.
PRACTICE:
Tuesday & Thursday
Dryland – 5:45PM-6:300PM
In-Water – 6:30PM-8:15PM
Friday:
In-Water – 6:00PM-8:15PM
Saturday:
In-Water – 2:00PM-4:00PM
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
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| Registration | 11/1/25 | 11/16/25 | Online / Front Desk | $ 60.00 | $ 60.00 | $ 60.00 |
| Late Registration | 11/21/25 | 11/30/25 | Front Desk | $ 75.00 | $ 75.00 | $ 75.00 |
Available Sessions
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11/01/25 - 12/01/25
November Eels (beginners) - Mo,Tu,Th - 5:00 pm - 1 hr
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Register at front desk |
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11/01/25 - 12/01/25
November Stingrays (intermediate) - Mo,Tu,Th - 5:00 pm - 1 hr, 15 mins
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Register at front desk |
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11/01/25 - 12/01/25
November Sharks (advanced) - Mo,Tu,Th - 5:45 pm - 2 hrs
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$85 |
Register at front desk |
Aiken Armada Meet Registration
2021-2022 Swim Meets:
(Additional entry fees for swim meets)
# Swimmer must meet USA time standard to attend.
*Swimmers must participate in 2+ YMCA meets & have qualifying times.
** Swimmer must participate in 3+ YMCA meets & have qualifying times.
+ Swimmer must meet time standards, participate in 3 YMCA meets including 1 championship level meet.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Metro | Branch | Non-Member | |
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| 8/1/18 | 12/31/25 | Front Desk | $ 32.00 | $ 32.00 | $ 32.00 |
Available Sessions
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11/24/25 - 11/28/25
Anderson Distance Dash
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Register at front desk |
Armada Masters Swim Team
Our vision for the Aiken Armada YMCA Masters Swim Team is to create a supportive and dynamic community of swimmers who share a passion for the water. Whether you’re a seasoned swimmer or looking to dive into the sport for the first time, we welcome you with open arms.
This group is intended for swimmers for the purpose of training, fitness and enjoyment of swimming. This program will focus on improving the swimmer’s form, endurance and speed for fitness, competition, open water swimming, or triathlon. Structured workouts and oversight will be provided. Ages 18+
Practice Schedule: May-Nov 2024
Morning Practices (M, W, F):
Time: 6:00 AM – 7:30 AM
Midday Practices (Tu, Thu):
Time: 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Membership Costs:
YMCA Members:
Monthly Fee: $40
Non-Members:
Monthly Fee: $80
Annual USMS Fee: $70(Req.)
For more information please email Coach Lance Knowles at [email protected] or visit our website
