The Shippensburg Aquatic Club (SAC) provides a competitive swim team for age group swimmers up to age 18. It is the goal of the team to offer age specific training for all of our athletes geared towards challenging each individual to the best of their abilities.

The swim team competes in two seasons annually, the summer season which runs from April through July and the winter season which is from October through February. 

Registration is currently closed however if you are interested in the team please Click Here To Contact Us for a one-on-one evaluation and discussion.

Registration for Summer 2023 is now open until June 3rd. Click here to register today! 

 

Trial Membership Available!

We are offering a two week trial for each membership group. Following the completion of the two week trial, you will have the option to continue with the team. The initial fee will then be applied to the full membership price.

 

Swim Groups


Any athlete who can swim the length of the pool (25 yards) unassisted is eligible to join the team.

Practices will be broken into groups based on age and ability level.

Group 1 - Age 8 and Under Swimmers 

Beginners of all ages that are not yet comfortable swimming multiple strokes or swimming 50 yards unassisted will swim with Group 1. Group 1 will also include all 8 and under swimmers. 8 and under swimmers who can swim the length of the pool are eligible to compete at meets once they are comfortable. Beginner swimmers over age 8 will need to progress to Group 2 in order to compete in meets.

Group 2 – Age 9 and Over Advanced Swimmers

Age 9 and Over swimmers who are able to complete two lengths of the pool, unassisted, of at least two strokes, will practice with Group 2. Group 2 will focus on development of the strokes with practices tailored to the ability levels within the group.

Prospective team members may contact us at [email protected] to schedule a skill assessment, or to request for more information.

 

Practice Schedule


We will be offering 2 weeks of preseason practices in the spring prior to the regular season getting underway on Monday May 8. The first regular season practice will be a joint practice for all groups at 6:00pm on Monday May 8. 

 

 

Preseason Practice April 25 - May 5
Group 1     Group 2 and High School  
Tuesday through Thursday 6:30pm to 7:30pm   Tuesday through Thursday 6:00pm to 7:30pm
 
Summer Season Practices
May 8 - June 2
Group 1 Monday through Thursday  6:30pm to 7:30pm
Group 2 Monday through Thursday  6:00pm to 7:30pm
High School Monday / Wednesday  6:00pm to 7:30pm
Tuesday / Thursday  3:00pm to 4:45pm
 
June 5 - July 28
Group 1     Group 2 and High School  
Monday and Wednesday 8:30am to 9:30am   Monday and Wednesday 8:00am to 9:30am
Tuesday and Thursday 6:30pm to 7:30pm   Tuesday and Thursday 6:00pm to 7:30pm

 

 

Coaches


Head Coach Jonathan Hoffman
Assistant Coach Deb Hoffman
Assistant Coach Katelyn Woosnam
Assistant Coach Alyssa Brown
Assistant Coach Mia Estep

 

 

Parent Responsibilities



As the Parent/Guardian of a competitive swimmer, your main responsibility is to provide a caring, supporting environment. This support will encourage your child to feel good about his or her interest in competitive swimming. Show your support by insuring your swimmer’s attendance at practices and swim meets.

Parents/guardians are not participants on their child’s team but contribute to the success experienced by the swimmer and his or her team.  Parents/guardians serve as role models, and children frequently emulate their attitudes.  Strive to be a positive role model. Show good sportsmanship at all times toward coaches, officials and other teams.