As was previously mentioned, there are multiple types of Swim Teams in Connecticut (recreation, competition, etc). So, here is a brief introduction into the wide world of swim team.
Recreation teams. Rec teams are designed for kids to have fun and truly enjoy the world of swimming. They aren’t typically focused on competition, qualifying times, or making tryouts. However, they are focused on the love of the sport, and stress the fun of it each and every day!
We (the Hamden/North Haven YMCA) have a great example of a recreational swim team. Our Silver group mixes in learning the sport of swimming with a whole lot of fun in the pool! This is exactly what a recreational swim team is about: fun and learning at the same time! We, as coaches, want to promote a fun swimming environment every chance that we get to show people that swimming is a fun sport and there is more to it than just going up and down in a lane.
Stay tuned for more information on other forms of Swim Teams in Connecticut, and please feel free to comment! Happy swimming!
You write very well.