Established in the summer of 2006, Club Wolverine emerged from a collaboration of Ann Arbor-area swim clubs, swimmers, leadership, and resources. Our mission is simple yet profound: to cater to the diverse needs of area swimmers, guiding them from developmental instruction to age-group, national, and even international competition.

Our rich history traces back over three decades when Club Wolverine served as the summer training program for University of Michigan swimmers. Under the visionary leadership of legends like Denny Hill and Jon Urbanchek, our program laid the foundation for numerous Olympic successes. Athletes like Mike Barrowman, Tom Dolan, and Eric Namesnik achieved greatness, crediting Club Wolverine for their journey to the Olympics.

In 2004, Coach Bob Bowman took the helm, steering our high-performance athletes through the 2008 Olympics in Beijing, carrying on the tradition of excellence. Coach Bowman, renowned for his coaching of Michael Phelps, continued to nurture world-class swimmers, including Peter Vanderkaay, Eric Vendt, and Allison Schmitt.

Tragically, in early 2006, we lost the guiding light of Eric Namesnik, whose vision for the future of swimming in Ann Arbor inspired us all. Despite this loss, our commitment to his vision remained unwavering. Together with Ann Arbor age-group swim clubs, such as Wolverine Aquatics and Ann Arbor Swim Club, we persisted in realizing his dream—a comprehensive program from grassroots development to national prominence.

Our journey is marked by a legacy of excellence, with esteemed coaches such as Mike Bottom, Peter Linn, and now Matt Bowe leading the way for the University of Michigan Men's and Women's programs. Their expertise and passion have propelled countless swimmers toward their goals, shaping our elite CW Elite Team.

We invite you to join us on this journey, where every stroke is a testament to the spirit of dedication and achievement that defines Club Wolverine Swimming.

Our Mission

At Club Wolverine Swimming, our mission is to foster a dynamic and inclusive environment that empowers athletes of all levels to reach their full potential.  We are committed to cultivating champions in the water through thoughtful coaching, respectful interaction, and a safe sport environment.

Core Values: Value, Inspiration, & Engagement

Our Core Values revolve around instilling a sense of value in each athlete's journey, inspiring them to reach their potential in the water, and engaging them at every practice with top-tier coaching.

Our Vision

Our vision at Club Wolverine Swimming is to be the benchmark program for excellence in swimming in the State.  We aspire to create a culture where athletes thrive, developing skills, character, and determination to achieve their goals in and out of the water.  We aim to build a diverse and close-knit swimming family, where each member, regardless of their level, feels valued, inspired, and engaged.  By offering top-tier coaching, cutting edge facilities, and a culture of respect, perseverance, and inclusion, we envision our athletes becoming outstanding swimmers and, more importantly, outstanding individuals.  It is our hope that every athlete feels a pride for leaving a lasting legacy of success and sportsmanship in our swimming community.

Josh Wood
Events Manager | Assistant Coach
[email protected]

Laura Cowley
Associate Coach
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University of Michigan
Canham Natatorium

Address: 500 E Hoover Ave
Ann Arbor, MI 48104

Eastern Michigan 
Michael H. Jones Natatorium

Address: 100 Olds/Robb
Ypsilanti, MI 48197

Huron High School 
Huron Ratatorium

Address: 2727 Fuller Rd
Ann Arbor, MI  48105