Registration 101
Welcome to the Tidal Waves!
Who can become a Tidal Wave?
All kids between the ages of 5-18 are eligible, as long as they are able to swim 25 yards without assistance. Our professional trained coach's will teach your athlete Freestyle, Backstroke, Breaststroke, Butterfly, Competitive dive, and all Types of Competitive Turns.
Attendance
We encourage all swimmers to attend as many practices and meets as possible. However, we are flexible. If you have a conflict, please change your attendance in the meet-sign-up and let your coaches know. When a child is signed up for a meet and does not show up, it affects all the swimmers in that age group, possibly scratching events other swimmers may be scheduled for. If something changes in your schedule please notify a coach ASAP.
Apparel
Swimmers may wear their own swimsuits to both practices and meets however, we will also have a team suit available for purchase. Our team colors are purple, white, and black. Apparel will be available for purchase.
Paperwork
1. TST registration form (this is done online and includes our photo release form, liability waiver, and emergency contact forms)
$80 for the first swimmer
$75 for second swimmer
70 for third or any additional swimmer
-Fully certified and active lifeguards are welcome to swim for free! Please use promo code "lifeguard" when you register.
2. Meet Sign-Ups (These are done online through the 'Meet Sign Up' tab)
Practices
Practice Times
Practices for all age groups and levels will be held at the Taylorville YMCA, Monday, Wednesday & Friday. There will be 2 sessions: 5:00-6:00pm and 6:00-7:30pm. Session assignments will be provided by the coach.
What Your Swimmer Needs For Practice
Every swimmer will need a practice suit, cap, goggles, and a water bottle for practice.
Practice suit: This is a suit that your swimmer will use for practicing every day, but it's not as tight as their racing suit. NO female 2 Piece
Cap: Every swimmer will need a cap for practice.
Goggles: Every swimmer will need goggles in order to practice.
Water bottles: Every swimmer is expected to have a water bottle with them on deck.
Swim Meets
Weekday Meets: All groups warm-up at 5:30pm - Meet start at 6pm
Weekend Meets: All groups warm-up at 8:30am - Meet start at 9am
Swimmers should be dressed and on the pool deck fifteen minutes before the scheduled warm-up time. No outside food or drinks will be allowed at any meets this year. Swimmers should know their events prior to the meet, as they will be posted at the pool, on the website, and on the app. For more information about swim meets, check the 'Swim Meet 101' tab.
