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Metropolitan Swim League

The Metropolitan Swim League (Metro Swim League) is our league—this is where the Viking Aquatic Swim Club competes against other teams in the region! Think of it as the “big leagues” for local swimming, where your swimmer gets to showcase their skills and see how they stack up against others.

Here’s why it’s important for parents:

  • Opportunities for Growth: Metro Swim League meets give our swimmers a chance to test their skills, push their limits, and track their progress throughout the season. Whether they’re striving for personal bests or working toward championship qualifying times, this is where they’ll experience real growth.
  • It’s Not Just About Winning: Sure, there are medals and trophies, but it’s also about personal improvement and learning perseverance. Competing in the league helps swimmers face challenges head-on in a supportive environment, giving them valuable life lessons along the way.
  • The Bigger Swim Community: The league is your swimmer’s chance to connect with a larger community of athletes and for parents to meet other swim families. You’ll bond over the thrill of competition (and maybe even over some snack bar duties). It’s also exciting to see how our Viking swimmers measure up against swimmers from other teams!
  • Team Spirit and Fun: These meets are all about Viking pride! Swimmers cheering each other on, parents showing their support from the stands, and coaches guiding athletes—it’s an exciting, energetic atmosphere that brings out the best in everyone. Plus, you’ll get to witness firsthand just how much your swimmer has grown.

In short, the Metro Swim League is where our Viking swimmers take their training to the next level. It’s a fun, competitive, and rewarding experience that helps them develop not just as athletes, but as confident young individuals. And for parents, it’s a great way to get involved and see all the hard work pay off!

Help Center Articles

Can I switch swim groups?

After trying out most swimmers will be assigned to the Blue group due to ability and/or age. The coach will often tell you which group you’ll be assigned to immediately following practice and/or you will receive an email with your assigned group. New Swimmers If due to schedule restrictions or

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Blue Swim Group

Level Beginner or New Member Group Description Most swimmers start here to get familiar with how the team operates and build essential skills for swim meets. Not every swimmer in this group is a true “beginner”; some may just need to strengthen a few skills before moving up to the

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Late Practices on Valley Central Varsity Swim Meet Days

Our swim club shares the pool with the Varsity swim programs at Valley Central High School, which means that our practice schedule is sometimes affected by the high school’s swim meet schedule. While we do our best to notify you in advance of any changes to practice times, there are

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