About the Woodland Hills Aquatic Team (WHAT):
Welcome to the registration page for the Woodland Hills Aquatic Team (WHAT). Based in the eastern suburbs just outside of Pittsburgh, we are a member of the USA Swimming community and a representative team of Allegheny Mountain Swimming. We offer competitive swim training to all age groups and abilities, ranging from the developmental level to the highest levels of swimming. We also provide workout opportunities for collegiate athletes on break.
The WHAT Mission is to develop and foster life values such as responsibility, teamwork, discipline, determination, patience, work ethic, confidence, and pride to student-athletes through the sport of swimming and, in doing so, provide an avenue of excellence for swimmers of all ability levels.
WHAT’s aim is to provide excellence in coaching, training and team unity in an environment where every swimmer is inspired to achieve his/her potential and compete at the highest level. WHAT helps achieve success for our athletes by providing a well-structured organization administered by professional experienced staff and parent volunteers who support our team values and goals.
WHAT programs offer a unique level of flexibility for those athletes who are focused on one sport or who are involved with multiple sports so that our student-athletes can participate and succeed in all their endeavors. Ask how!
Registration Information for the 2023/2024 season:
WHAT Membership Details
Join WHAT swim team anytime during the 2023/2024 season with our rolling registration process for short and long-course seasons. WHAT swim team practices start in September and run through the end of July! Payments can be made monthly throughout our 11-month season or you can pay in full when you register. Members who pay in full as a year-round athlete when registering in August, September or October receive a 5% discount.
All registered WHAT swimmers and coaches must also be active members of USA Swimming linked to WHAT. USA Swimming membership is a separate process completed and billed through USA Swimming. Information about completing the USA Swimming membership will be provided at the end of the WHAT registration process.
Please contact [email protected] with any questions.
In District Discount
WHAT is pleased to offer a discount to swimmers within the Woodland Hills School District who commit to being a year-round athlete. The discount is applied at registration checkout and varies based upon the practice group of the swimmer.
Volunteer Fees
Parent and family volunteers are an integral part of WHAT. Without parent and family volunteers, the club would have to significantly increase our dues to cover our costs.
At the time of registration all members are required to provide a $300.00 Volunteer Check and a $50 Volunteer Food Donation Check. These separate paper checks "WILL NOT" be cashed as long as members fulfill their volunteer and donation requirements as set forth by the team at the beginning of the season. These checks are separate from the payments made during registration by credit card or ACH payment. See Volunteering for more information.
WHAT Swim cap
At registration, you will be able to purchase WHAT swim caps. Swimmers who register prior to September 15th will receive personalized swim caps with their last name. Registrants after September 15th receive plain WHAT swim caps. Pricing is $25 for two caps.
Practice Group Descriptions:
Bronze Group - Swimmers can swim 25 yards of Freestyle and 25 yards of Backstroke continuously without assistance and have familiarity with Butterfly, Breaststroke and diving.
Silver Group - Swimmers can swim 50 yards of Freestyle, Backstroke, Butterfly and Breaststroke continuously without assistance and are able to complete a standing dive and flip turns.
Gold Group - Swimmers can swim 100 yards of Freestyle, Backstroke, Butterfly and Breaststroke continuously without assistance and are able to complete flip turns and competitive dive
Senior Group - Swimmers are in high school and can swim 100 yards of Freestyle, Backstroke, Butterfly and Breaststroke continuously without assistance and are able to complete flip turns and competitive dive
Year-Round Athlete - Full Membership
Swim up to six practices each week and participate in unlimited meets, including any qualifying championship meets. This is the best option for swimmers who plan to swim year-round and want to compete on a regular basis.
Monthly Membership Fee
| Practice Group | Monthly/Out of District | Monthly/In District |
| Senior | $120 | $115 |
| Gold | $110 | $105 |
| Silver | $100 | $96 |
| Bronze | $88 | $86 |
Also Required:
USA Swimming Premium Membership Fee $90 (Subject to change)
*Pay in Full and receive a 5% discount. Total due will be prorated at registration depending on the month you join. (No Refunds)
Flex Athlete - Flex Membership
Flex Athlete memberships are available for swimmers under 18 years old.
Flex Athletes may swim up to two practices per week and participate in two sanctioned meets per year, excluding LSC Championship meets and above. This is the best option for swimmers who can only commit to certain days and want to try out the team or are just getting into swimming. There is no in-district discount.
- Bronze swim level (shorter practices) $70/month
- Silver, Gold, Senior Levels (longer practices) $80/month
Also Required:
USA Swimming Membership Fee
- WHAT Flex members 12 years old and under - $32 (upgradable to Premium Membership for $58)
- WHAT Flex members 13 and up - $90 Premium Membership
Optional:
30-Day Trial
Swim unlimited practices for 30-days (sanctioned meets not included). This is a great option for swimmers or families to see if the swim team is right for them before joining the swim team. This option is available for new members only for $75.
All swimmers new to the team, with the exception of high school swimmers, may require a tryout placement evaluation. Please contact Coach Walt to discuss and set up a time prior to registering for the team. Once evaluated, you are welcome to register for the level recommended to you by our coaching staff.
Scholarship/Grant Opportunities
It is WHAT's mission to make sure that every child has an opportunity to swim regardless of their financial situation. WHAT has secured and offers scholarship grants for those that qualify but funds are limited. The process is confidential and uncomplicated.
Please contact [email protected] if you are experiencing hardship and/or wish to apply confidentially for assistance in meeting monthly payment obligations. We want to work with our families as much as possible and try to keep everyone in the water.
High School Swimmer Pre-Conditioning
WHAT offers the High School Swimmer Pre-Conditioning membership to high school students who will be swimming for their high school teams this school year. This is perfect opportunity to work on stroke technique and build endurance for the upcoming high school season.
High School Swimmer Pre-Conditioning is $400. Swimmers are able to attend any Senior group practice and participate in any dry-land activities offered to this group until the start of the high school swim season.
WHAT Swim Team Practice Schedule
| Practice Group | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday |
| Senior | 6:00-8:00 | 6:00-8:00 | 6:00-8:00 | 6:00-8:00 | 5:30-7:30 | NA |
| Gold | 6:00-800 | 6:00-8:00 | 6:00-8:00 | 6:00-8:00 | 5:30-7:30 | NA |
| Silver | 6:30-8:00 | 6:30-8:00 | 6:30-8:00 | 6:30-8:00 | 6:00-7:30 | NA |
| Bronze | NA | 5:30-6:30 | NA | 5:30-6:30 | 5:30-6:30 | NA |
Location: Woodland Hills High School pool - 2550 Greensburg Pike, Pittsburgh, PA 15221
*Practice Schedule may be changed or adjusted based on team needs
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