New to the Sierra Sharks?

Welcome! Whether this is your child’s first swim team or you’re new to the Sierra Sharks, we can help you understand how our season works, what to do first, and where to find details.

Open House

Thursday, March 19, 2026
6:00–7:30 PM
Cameron Park CSD, Main Auditorium

This is for all families with a presentation for new families where you can:

  • Meet Board members and coaches
  • Learn how the season is structured
  • Understand safety, volunteering, and meets
  • Try on suits to ensure you order the correct size for your swimmer
  • Enter into exciting raffles!

Water Safety Evalutions

All new swimmers who did not attend our Spring Clinic must pass a Water Safety Evaluation to ensure safe participation. 
 

April 12 & 19, 2026 from 2:15-3:15
April 20, 2026 at the end of practice
Cameron Park CSD
 

Swimmers should bring goggles, a towel, and warm clothes.
 

The Season: What to Expect

  • April: Practices begin
  • May–July: Dual meets and team events
  • July: Championship Meet (Champs)

The Sierra Sharks are a recreational swim team and swim meets are important for every athlete with their hard work and dedication bringing them to Champs!

Volunteering: What to Expect

We are a parent-run team, and volunteering is how meets and events happen.

  • Each family completes 15 volunteer points per season
  • Shifts are at meets or team events
  • Training is provided — no experience needed
  • Buy-out and sponsorship options are available

Volunteer sign-ups are managed through Sports Engine.

Swim Meets: A Quick Overview

  • Meets are usually held on Saturday mornings
  • Swimmers sign up in advance
  • Coaches assign events
  • Younger swimmers are guided step-by-step
  • Parents volunteer while kids swim
  • Your first meet may feel busy — that’s normal. It gets easier quickly.

Swim Team Language Basics

You’ll hear a few new terms:

  • Heat: One race within an event
  • Event: A specific stroke and distance
  • Ready Bench: Where swimmers 10 and under line up before racing
  • Relay: A team race with four swimmers

Communication

We are using Sports Engine for our 2026 Season. We recommend you download the app upon registration.

What to Bring (Practices & Meets)

☐ Swimsuit

☐ Goggles

☐ Swim Cap

☐ Towel

☐ Water bottle

☐ A positive attitude

We do recommend that swimmers come with fins to practice. Please see a coach on deck for help with sizing.