What is YMCA Swimming?
SPY has been a member of the Chesapeake and Potomac (C&P) YMCA Swim League since 1976. The C&P League consists of about 15 teams, divided into 3 geographic divisions.
The YMCA Short Course Season: September through April.
Based on the swimmer's age as of December 1
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Dual Meets
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C&P League Championships, in which all swimmers can participate
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District Championships, in which qualifying times apply (Maryland, Delaware, Northern Virginia)
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Invitational Meets and Open Competitions (like the Capital Classic in Raleigh, NC)
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YMCA National Championships, often held in Florida and in which rigorous qualifying times apply.
The YMCA Long Course Season: April Through August
Based on the swimmer's age as of May 1
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No dual meets
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3 or 4 USA or YMCA Long Course Meets, both in state and out of state
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YMCA National Championships in early August.
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Swimmers must have swum 2 or more Long Course meets.
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Rigorous qualifying times apply.
Additionally, it is SPY's policy that a swimmer must qualify in at least two individual events to attend Long Course Y Nationals. Exceptions may be granted by the coaching staff.
