Recreational Swim Team

Recreational Swim Team

Our recreational swim team is great for a new swimmer who wants to try a swim team or a more experienced swimmer who is looking for a less competitive option. This recreational swim team helps kids learn competitive swimming skills. Participants will work with coaches on all four competitive strokes, dive starts, and turns.

Requirement: Ages 5-8 must be able to swim 25 yards of Freestyle and Backstroke. Ages 8–12 must be able to swim 50 yards freestyle and backstroke. Ages 13+ must swim 50 yards freestyle, backstroke, and breaststroke, and 25 yards butterfly.

There are no try-outs for the team, but any participant who is unable to perform the mentioned requirements may be asked to switch to our lesson program until they are prepared for the swim team, at which time they can later join.


FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE. At the Y, no one is denied service due to the inability to pay. Funds for Financial Assistance are provided through the YMCA’s Annual Giving Campaign. Learn more here!

If you are pre-qualified for Financial Assistance, please note that some of our programs have minimum fees in order to cover costs of materials and supplies. This fee may be higher depending on your amount of assistance.

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Blue Marlins Spring Break Beginner Stroke Camp

West Boise YMCA & Boise City Aquatics Center
3/16/26 - 3/20/26
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In this Stroke Camp, participants will focus on the four core competitive strokes: Butterfly, Backstroke, Breaststroke, and Freestyle. They will work on improving their technique and endurance while having fun and challenging themselves.

All participants must have basic understanding on all four strokes as this camp will focus on improvement, not instruction. If swimmers are still learning the strokes, please look at our swim lesson offerings.

6-10 years old OR beginner swimmers. Must be able to swim 25 yards of each stroke.

While we do not require a try-out for the camp, it is up to the coach’s discretion to suggest another option (such as SPLASH Spring Break swim lessons) for any participant who may need additional stroke development prior to perfecting technique and working on endurance.

Questions? Contact our Aquatics Program Coordinator: Ceci Lucarelli at [email protected]


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
1/1/24 12/31/25 Online / Front Desk $ 35.00$ 35.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
Special Rate
03/16/26 - 03/20/26
Mo,Tu,We,Th,Fr - 9:00 am - 10:00 am
20 / 20 Available $30 Register  
Closes
03/15/2026

Blue Marlins Spring Break Intermediate/Advanced Stroke Camp

West Boise YMCA & Boise City Aquatics Center
3/16/26 - 3/20/26
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In this Intermediate/Advanced Stroke Camp, participants will focus on perfecting the four competitive strokes: Butterfly, Backstroke, Breaststroke, and Freestyle. Participants will also work on competitive diving starts and flip turns. They will work on improving their technique and have an emphasis in working on endurance while having fun and challenging themselves.

All participants MUST be able to swim a 100 Yard IM (butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, and freestyle consecutively). This camp will not be focused on instruction, but rather improvement.

8-12 years old OR intermediate swimmers.

While we do not require a try-out for the camp, it is up to the coach’s discretion to suggest another option (such as SPLASH Spring Break swim lessons) for any participant who may need additional stroke development prior to perfecting technique and working on endurance.

Questions? Contact our Aquatics Program Coordinator: Ceci Lucarelli at [email protected]

 


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
1/1/24 12/31/25 Online / Front Desk $ 35.00$ 35.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
Special Rate
03/16/26 - 03/20/26
Mo,Tu,We,Th,Fr - 10:10 am - 11:10 am
20 / 20 Available $30 Register  
Closes
03/15/2026

Blue Marlins | Beginner

West Boise YMCA & Boise City Aquatics Center
1/5/26 - 5/22/26
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The Blue Marlins are a recreational swim team with an emphasis on stroke development and aerobic exercise. Participants will continue their growth as a swimmer by increasing their endurance through age/skill appropriate workouts in a fun environment.

*Please note! Our 50-meter pool is closed for maintenance. This program will take place in the instructional pool*

REQUIREMENTS:

Passed a level 4 in swim lessons OR Beginner swimmers must be able to swim 50 yards Freestyle and Backstroke

While we do not require a try-out for the team, it is up to the coaches discretion to suggest lessons for any participant who may need additional stroke development.

Questions? Contact our Aquatics Program Coordinator: Ceci Lucarelli at [email protected]

 


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
7/22/22 12/31/25 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
Special Rate
01/05/26 - 01/30/26
Mo,We,Fr - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
22 / 25 Available $50 - $160 Register  
Closes
01/04/2026
01/06/26 - 01/29/26
Tu,Th - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
15 / 25 Available $30 - $140 Register  
Closes
01/05/2026
02/02/26 - 02/20/26
Mo,We,Fr - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
25 / 25 Available $50 - $160 Register  
Closes
02/01/2026
02/03/26 - 02/19/26
Tu,Th - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
20 / 25 Available $30 - $140 Register  
Closes
02/02/2026
02/23/26 - 03/13/26
Mo,We,Fr - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
24 / 25 Available $50 - $160 Register  
Closes
02/22/2026
02/24/26 - 03/12/26
Tu,Th - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
20 / 25 Available $30 - $140 Register  
Closes
02/23/2026
03/30/26 - 04/24/26
Mo,We,Fr - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
25 / 25 Available $50 - $160 Register  
Closes
03/29/2026
03/31/26 - 04/23/26
Tu,Th - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
22 / 25 Available $30 - $140 Register  
Closes
03/30/2026
04/27/26 - 05/22/26
Mo,We,Fr - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
25 / 25 Available $50 - $160 Register  
Closes
04/26/2026
04/28/26 - 05/21/26
Tu,Th - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
22 / 25 Available $30 - $140 Register  
Closes
04/27/2026

Blue Marlins | Intermediate/Advanced

West Boise YMCA & Boise City Aquatics Center
12/1/25 - 5/22/26
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The school year Blue Marlins are a recreational swim team with an emphasis on stroke development and aerobic exercise. Participants will continue their growth as a swimmer by increasing their endurance through age/skill appropriate workouts in a fun environment.

*Please note! Our 50-meter pool is closed for maintenance. This program will take place in the instructional pool*

REQUIREMENTS:

Have passed a level 5 swim lesson OR swimmers must be able to swim 50 yards of Freestyle, Backstroke, Butterfly, and Breaststroke

While we do not require a try-out for the team, it is up to the coaches discretion to suggest lessons for any participant who may need additional stroke development.

Questions? Contact our Aquatics Program Coordinator: Ceci Lucarelli at [email protected]


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
7/22/22 12/31/25 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
Special Rate
12/01/25 - 12/18/25
Tu,Th - 4:35 pm - 5:05 pm
- $30 - $140
Registration
Closed on
11/29/2025
01/05/26 - 01/30/26
Mo,We,Fr - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
19 / 24 Available $50 - $160 Register  
Closes
01/04/2026
01/06/26 - 01/29/26
Tu,Th - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
10 / 24 Available $30 - $140 Register  
Closes
01/05/2026
02/02/26 - 02/20/26
Mo,We,Fr - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
22 / 24 Available $50 - $160 Register  
Closes
02/01/2026
02/03/26 - 02/19/26
Tu,Th - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
18 / 24 Available $30 - $140 Register  
Closes
02/02/2026
02/23/26 - 03/12/26
Mo,We,Fr - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
22 / 24 Available $50 - $160 Register  
Closes
02/22/2026
02/24/26 - 03/13/26
Tu,Th - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
19 / 24 Available $30 - $140 Register  
Closes
02/23/2026
03/30/26 - 04/23/26
Mo,We,Fr - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
23 / 24 Available $50 - $160 Register  
Closes
03/29/2026
03/31/26 - 04/24/26
Tu,Th - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
20 / 24 Available $30 - $140 Register  
Closes
03/30/2026
04/27/26 - 05/21/26
Mo,We,Fr - 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
23 / 24 Available $50 - $160 Register  
Closes
04/26/2026
04/28/26 - 05/22/26
Tu,Th - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
20 / 24 Available $30 - $140 Register  
Closes
04/27/2026

Swim Fit - Intermediate Adult Swim

West Boise YMCA & Boise City Aquatics Center
1/6/26 - 5/19/26
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This adult program (ages 18+) is for adults who are looking to increase their technical swim skills and endurance. The coaches will provide workouts and technique based feedback on how to improve your strokes to be more a more competitive swimmer. This program is excellent for adults who are training for triathlons, ex-competitive swimmers looking to get back into the pool, and anyone who knows the competitive strokes and wants to incorporate swimming into their workout routine.

Prerequisites:

  • Must be able to swim AT LEAST 100 yards of crawl stroke

Questions? Contact our Aquatics Program Coordinator: Ceci Lucarelli at [email protected]


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
12/31/23 12/31/25 Online / Front Desk $ 0.00$ 0.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
Special Rate
01/06/26 - 01/27/26
Adult Swim Team - Tu - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
11 / 14 Available $30 - $70 Register  
Closes
01/04/2026
02/03/26 - 02/17/26
Adult Swim Team - Tu - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
13 / 14 Available $30 - $70 Register  
Closes
02/01/2026
02/24/26 - 03/10/26
Adult Swim Team - Tu - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
14 / 14 Available $30 - $70 Register  
Closes
02/22/2026
03/24/26 - 04/21/26
Adult Swim Team - Tu - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
14 / 14 Available $30 - $70 Register  
Closes
03/22/2026
04/28/26 - 05/19/26
Adult Swim Team - Tu - 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
14 / 14 Available $30 - $70 Register  
Closes
04/26/2026

Swim Fit - Intermediate Adult Swim

Caldwell YMCA
12/1/25 - 12/30/26
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Dynamic morning swim program for adults 18+ led by a certified swim instructor!  This structured workout is designed to boost your cardiovascular fitness, build strength, and improve stroke technique – whether you’re training for a race, cross-training, or simply swimming for health and wellness.

Workouts are tailored to a range of skill levels, with options for endurance, speed, and skill refinement.  Each session includes a warm-up, main set, and cooldown, with feedback and motivation throughout.

Prerequisites:

  • Must be able to swim AT LEAST 100 yards of crawl stroke

Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberNon-Member
2025 4/1/25 11/30/25 Online / Front Desk $ 30.00$ 114.00
2026 12/1/25 11/30/26 Online / Front Desk $ 30.00$ 140.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Special Rate
12/01/25 - 12/17/25
Mo,We - 6:00 am - 7:00 am
$140
Registration
Closed on
11/28/2025
01/05/26 - 01/28/26
Mo,We - 6:00 am - 7:00 am
$30 - $140 Register  
Closes
01/02/2026
01/05/26 - 01/28/26
Mo,We - 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
$30 - $140 Register  
Closes
01/02/2026
02/02/26 - 02/25/26
Mo,We - 6:00 am - 7:00 am
$30 - $140 Register  
Closes
01/30/2026
02/02/26 - 02/25/26
Mo,We - 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
$30 - $140 Register  
Closes
01/30/2026
03/02/26 - 03/25/26
Mo,We - 6:00 am - 7:00 am
$30 - $140 Register  
Closes
02/27/2026
03/02/26 - 03/25/26
Mo,We - 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
$30 - $140 Register  
Closes
02/27/2026
05/04/26 - 05/27/26
Mo,We - 6:00 am - 7:00 am
$30 - $140 Register  
Closes
05/01/2026
05/04/26 - 05/27/26
Mo,We - 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
$30 - $140 Register  
Closes
05/01/2026
06/01/26 - 06/24/26
Mo,We - 6:00 am - 7:00 am
$30 - $140 Register  
Closes
05/29/2026
06/01/26 - 06/24/26
Mo,We - 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
$30 - $140 Register  
Closes
05/29/2026
07/06/26 - 07/29/26
Mo,We - 6:00 am - 7:00 am
$30 - $140 Register  
Closes
07/03/2026
07/06/26 - 07/29/26
Mo,We - 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
$30 - $140 Register  
Closes
07/03/2026
08/03/26 - 08/26/26
Mo,We - 6:00 am - 7:00 am
$30 - $140 Register  
Closes
07/31/2026
08/03/26 - 08/26/26
Mo,We - 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
$30 - $140 Register  
Closes
07/31/2026
09/09/26 - 09/30/26
Mo,We - 6:00 am - 7:00 am
$30 - $140 Register  
Closes
09/06/2026
09/09/26 - 10/02/26
Mo,We - 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
$30 - $140 Register  
Closes
09/06/2026
10/05/26 - 10/28/26
Mo,We - 6:00 am - 7:00 am
$30 - $140 Register  
Closes
10/02/2026
10/05/26 - 10/28/26
Mo,We - 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
$30 - $140 Register  
Closes
10/02/2026
11/02/26 - 11/25/26
Mo,We - 6:00 am - 7:00 am
$30 - $140 Register  
Closes
10/30/2026
11/02/26 - 11/25/26
Mo,We - 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
$30 - $140 Register  
Closes
10/30/2026
12/07/26 - 12/30/26
Mo,We - 6:00 am - 7:00 am
$30 - $140 Register  
Closes
12/04/2026
12/07/26 - 12/30/26
Mo,We - 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
$30 - $140 Register  
Closes
12/04/2026