We know your calendar is already one missed reminder away from chaos — so when you do find something that keeps your kid active, happy, and surrounded by good people? Total win.
If your swimmer can make it down the pool without grabbing the wall or inventing their own stroke halfway through, and they’re ready for something a little more structured than “just messing around in the deep end,” our swim team might be exactly what you’re looking for.
We’re a year-round competitive club focused on building strong swimmers and even stronger humans. All new swimmers start with a quick tryout — low-pressure, low-drama, just a coach making sure they land in the right group. We’ve got practices after school during the year and yes, some early mornings in the summer (but we promise — they survive, and they might even like it). Great coaching. Great teammates. A community that cheers loud and laughs a lot.
Come check us out — we’d love to have you in the swim fam.
Don't forget! Every year you'll need to renew!
Did you just do a double-take? Yes, we really offer practice five days a week. No, we don’t expect your swimmer to go full fish and attend all of them (unless they want to — in which case, we love that energy). But if your kid has outgrown the once-a-week, 30-minute swim lesson circuit, this might just be the perfect next step.
We’re a non-profit swim team, which means we focus more on community and coaching — and less on squeezing your wallet dry. You get more pool time, better coaching, and actual team vibes… without selling a kidney to afford it.
So if your swimmer is ready for the next level, and you’re ready for something that makes both emotional and financial sense?
Come join us — we’re fun, fast, and surprisingly affordable.
We really do have your child’s best interests at heart because we have kids in the program too!
Trusted by 100+ parents & athletes from The Hudson Valley
"My son didn't thrive in the classic team sports environment but LOOOVES swim team. I was worried he wasn't ready, but within the first week the incredible coaches had fixed his bad habit of bicycling his legs, that for some reason no amount of swim lessons could ever manage to fix! "
Parent & Trustee
Since my daughters joined VAC my older daughter made sections in various events. The coaches at VAC had her grow 10 fold in only two year stretch. My younger daughter is nipping at her heels and threatens to be faster. The coaches push them to their limits and my girls (love ) that. They might not before a big race but when they finish, good or bad, they know they accomplished something hard that not everyone could do
Parent & Board President
My son has always showed interest in the water. He began VAC in 3rd grade and while I thought he might be too “young”, he quickly proved me wrong. VAC has allowed him to strengthen his skills, make friends and get stronger! His confidence continues to grow and he is now excited to compete in every swim meet. VAC coaches are very experienced and celebrate the smallest gains! The progress each swimmer makes every year is really amazing!
Parent & Trustee
We’re all about welcoming swimmers of all ages and backgrounds — but there are a few non-negotiables. Your child should be able to swim one full lap of the pool (25 yards) unassisted — no hanging on the wall halfway, no floaties, and no dramatic pauses for mid-lane existential crises.
Most of our swimmers start young (as early as five!) and build their skills over time. Some stay with us for years, growing into confident athletes and even mentoring the next generation of little splashers.
Competitive & Varsity
Fall & Spring: 5:30pm - 7:30pm Daily
Summer: 7:30am - 9:30am Daily
White Group
Fall & Spring: 6:30pm - 7:30pm Daily
Summer: 8:30am - 9:30am Daily
Blue Group
Fall & Spring: 5:30pm - 6:30pm Daily
Summer: 7:30am - 8:30am Daily
Complete the form below to receive more info about our program and register for our next set of tryouts!
Show up to Valley Central Pool during the tryout times to demonstrate your swimmers skill level.
You’ll be emailed your assigned group and registration info the week following tryouts..
