FAQ’s

What are the benefits of swimming?

Depending on the program that your child is placed in, the commitment level for the Yuma Krakens varies quite a bit. We are very careful about not overcommitting athletes too early on in their progress. With this, all of our swim programs are setup in a unique way that steadily increases as the child ages, grows, and matures. Whatever the interest level and availability of a child, we have a place for every type of swimmer.

Is it ok if my child misses a practice?

While consistency is key to the gradual development of the swimmer, our coaches understand that things do happen and your child is bound to miss practices here and there. The best way to handle missed practices is to notify the coach, especially when you know it will be recurring, so that they are aware and can better understand your child’s situation.

Can my child participate with the Krakens seasonally?

Does my child need to give up other sports/activities to swim with the Krakens?

Is this going to be too hard for them?

Our mission is to provide the finest swim instruction in the United States, through an intentional process based on education, safety, proper technique, personal achievement, and fun. While the Krakens have the reputation of being the team where many high level athletes from Yuma swim, the club is tailored to allow every swimmer the opportunity to get as much out of swimming that their talent and desire will allow. Swimmers are placed into the appropriate group and program where they will find the most success and be provided the best opportunity to build their swimming skills from the foundation upward. Where swimming becomes too hard is when a child is placed into a group that is not appropriate to their developmental level. This is why our coaches are adamant about all new swimmers being evaluated and then placed into the appropriate group after attending a Krakens Evaluation Session. Additionally, the coaches are always evaluating the swimmers in their practice groups in order to determine when a swimmer is ready to move to the next level or to an alternate program.

Are swim meets mandatory?

Swim meets are highly recommended for all of our swimmers across the board. Meets are a great way for the child to build confidence in their abilities, as well as become physically stronger swimmers. What we have found over the years is that swimmers who do not participate in swim meets eventually lose interest in the sport. Our Block Party Meets are a great way for new and/or timid athletes to get their feet wet and test the waters in a low key swim meet environment. Conversely, we realize the importance of quality competition for our high level athletes.

Do you offer learn-to-swim and/or non-competitive swim programs?

Yes! We do offer learn-to-swim through our Swim Lesson program. This program a year-round learn-to-swim program that teaches the four competitive swim strokes and readies the child for swim team. This year-round approach gives the child the opportunity to really relax and develop an overall comfort level in the water that far surpasses the seasonal swim team experience. These young swimmers are still learning how to swim, but in an environment more like swim team. The Yuma Krakens Beginner Group is the bridge between swim lessons and swim team. It has also served as a benefit to those who have been introduced to the sport of swimming through summer league and desire to continue learning and find enjoyment through the sport year round. Nonetheless, all of our Swim Lesson graduates transition into the Beginner Group, competitive team, or their summer league team with newfound confidence and skills that set them apart. 

Do the swimmers have fun?

Do you have an alternate practice site other than Marcus Pool?

Do you offer practices on the weekends?

Saturday practices are offered as a part of our Senior Group.