The Guppy program is for young swimmers who may not quite be ready for the regular swim team. The only requirement is that a child be able to swim the width of the pool in any stroke, without stopping, walking on the bottom, or being helped.

There will be Guppy tryouts in order to test this requirement, which will be held prior to practices starting. Registration fees, minus $10 SAIL insurance fee, will be returned if the swimmer is unable to successfully complete the tryouts.  However, this program is not to be considered as a substitute for swimming lessons. There is no age limit in Guppies.

Guppies are part of the Gower Swim Team and are encouraged to participate in all socials and pep rallies. Guppies will participate in their own awards ceremony and receive a team gift. Guppies may agree to move up to the regular swim team during the swim season, based on the judgment of the coaches and the permission of the parents. For safety’s sake, each Guppy needs an assigned or delegated individual to be available during each practice.

Please email any questions you have to Guppy Moms at [email protected].

Don’t forget parent volunteers will be needed for snacks at practice and to help during meets!!