
BARRACUDA
SWIM TEAM
The YMCA of the Chippewa Valley Swim Team is a competitive program that focuses on the development of swimmers of all ages and abilities. Our trained coaches work to improve each swimmer’s skill level, technique, and endurance to promote a healthy lifestyle. Our program embraces the YMCA's core values and promotes progression at an individual level. Practices are organized by ability levels and are designed to help team members improve and refine the four competitive strokes, starts and turns, and finishes. Our Swim Team competes in the Central Wisconsin Swim Conference, Wisconsin YMCA teams, and participate in USA Swimming meets as well. Workouts include endurance, speed, and drill techniques, with a healthy dose of teamwork and sportsmanship.
YMCA of the Chippewa Valley Barracudas
The YMCA of the Chippewa Valley Barracudas Swim Team combines YMCA and USA year-round competitive swimming and diving programs in Eau Claire, Chippewa Falls, and the surrounding area. We promote the long-term development of athletes by offering skill instruction, training focused on improving fitness levels, and appropriate social interaction in a caring, respectful and encouraging environment. More than 200 student-athletes learn and train at multiple locations: Eau Claire YMCA, Chippewa Falls YMCA, Chippewa Falls Middle School, and Eau Claire Memorial High School. The YMCA Swim Team welcomes swimmers ages 5 to 19 and all ability levels!

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