Sharks Swim Team
Sharks Wanted!

The Orange Hunt Swim Team is a great way to enjoy the summer! New and returning families, we can’t wait to see you at the pool this summer!

We welcome swimmers of all abilities between the ages of 6 and 18. To ensure a safe practice, children should be able to swim the length of the pool unassisted in freestyle and backstroke to participate on the swim team. Children under the age of 6 who can swim a length of the pool unassisted in freestyle and backstroke are welcome to join the team and must be evaluated by the head/assistant coach for their approval. Swimmers under the age of 7, who cannot yet swim a length of the pool, are invited to participate in the Mini Sharks.

Our goal is to provide kids in our community a healthy, fun-filled summer activity. Kids will enjoy the camaraderie of a team sport, learn/enhance a life skill, grow their self-confidence as they see improvement with their swimming skills, gets loads of great physical activity, and participate in many team social activities. One of the most wonderful parts of summer swim is the relationships forged between our older and younger Sharks! Parents will enjoy knowing their kids will exercise at least 45 minutes a day, five days a week and getting to know their neighbors. Swim team is a family affair and we hope your family joins us!

If you are unsure where your Shark should be placed, all swimmers will be evaluated during the first week of swim practice to ensure they are in the group that best meets their developmental needs.

Sharks Coaches

  • Head Coach: Jill Kelly 

  • Assistant Coach: Charlotte Grieve

  • Mini Shark Head Coach: Carly Daniels

Swim Team Representatives

Mini Shark Representative

Practice Schedule

Below is our anticipated practice schedule for the 2024 season. We encourage swimmers to be present at as many practices and meets as possible. The best way to improve is to practice. However, we fully understand that most swimmers will miss some time during the season. This is particularly true while school is still in session and spring sports and activities are winding down. We really do want your swimmer on the team even if they will miss half of the season!

May 28 - June 12 (no Friday practices)

  • 13 & up - 4:30pm - 5:30pm

  • 9-12 years old - 5:30pm - 6:30pm

  • 8 & under:

    • Session 1 (returning Sharks, or experienced swimmers) - 6:30pm - 7:00pm

    • Session 2 (new Sharks) - 7:00pm - 7:30pm

June 13 - July 17

  • 13 & up - 8:00am - 9:00am

  • 9-12 years old - 9:00am - 10:00am

  • 8 & under - 10:00am - 10:45am

** times for age groups may shift depending upon Swim Team registration.

July 18 - July 19

  • This practice is for swimmers who qualify to swim in the Divisional Meet on July 20.

  • Practice times for Divisional swimmers will be determined by the coaching staff.

July 22 - July 26

  • This practice is for swimmers who qualify to swim in the All Stary Meet on July 27.

  • Practice times for All Star swimmers will be determined by the coaching staff.

Swim Team Fees for 2024

Permanent Member - $140/swimmer
Associate Member - $160/swimmer

**Due to our contractual agreements with our coaches, we will not be offering registration refunds once our swim season starts. We have an obligation to pay our coaches, even if our season is shortened for any reason.

Swim Meets

The Orange Hunt Sharks participate in many different meets throughout the summer. Click here for our 2024 Swim Meet Schedule. We will swim in NVSL’s Division 4 this summer on Saturdays and with local pools as part of our Monday night Developmental meets. Swim fast Sharks - be fierce!

Volunteering Requirements

We rely heavily on our families to help run each swim meet and social event. Without the support of volunteers, these events can’t happen! Each family is expected to earn at least 16 volunteer credits. Please consider it a fun way to get involved and make new friends! 

Earning your volunteer credits is easy. We have many opportunities during practices and at meets. No experience is required unless specifically identified. All volunteer opportunities will be available to sign up for and to monitor on our team website.

Swim team registration and voluteer sign ups will be done on Orange Hunt’s SwimTopia site; payment will be through Member Splash. Families not completing the required 16 volunteer credits will be assessed a $200 volunteer fee on August 1 through Member Splash if requirements are not met by the end of the swim season.

Communications

Communication regarding swim team will be via e-mail with abbreviated posting on social media. Please provide all e-mail addresses where you would like your swim team communiques sent when registering online or email us directly at swim@orangehuntswimclub.org.

Socials

We have a Friday team fun, team outings, and pep rallies. You will be jealous of all the fun things your kids have on their calendar this summer. But, don’t worry - parents are invited too!

Recommended Gear

  • Racing Swim Suit  (Team suit is optional); Team suits can be purchased any time at SuitUp.

  • Swim Cap

    • A latex swim cap is provided to each swimmer as part of their registration fee and should be worn at practice and swim meets.

    • Silicone caps will be available for purchase via the team store. Silicone cap orders must be placed by date Monday, May 6th. No late orders can be accepted.

  • Goggles

  • Practice fins for 12 & under swimmers, as determined by coaches

All gear can be purchased here. Please note the deadlines for orders and informtion on delivery of your gear to the pool!

***Team accessories are offered to Orange Hunt Sharks at a 10% discount. Additionally, members may visit SuitUp to purchase gear in-person or try on suits if you are unsure of your sizing.

Swim League 

Orange Hunt has participated in the Northern Virginia Swim League (NVSL) since 1970.  For the 2024 season we will compete in NVSL’s Division 4. NVSL governs all of our Saturday “A meets,” the Divisional Meets, and the All Star Meets.

We also participate in the Springfield-Burke Developmental League for our Monday night “B meets.” These meets are with local pools and are a fun time to see friends from other pools!

Swim Team Pictures

Team photos and individual Shark photos are scheduled each year. Date and times for photos are Friday, June 28, 2024.

Questions? Need More Information?

Please contact our Swim Team Reps for more information.