Who We Are

The Orcas Swim Team was founded by Lt Col Ted Dempsey, USAF, in 1987. We have been a proud member of the European Forces Swim League (EFSL) ever since. 

The purpose of our club is to plan, organize, and provide a competitive swim team while promoting personal and team pride that models good sportsmanship within a cooperative spirit. A further purpose is to conduct recreational and social activities to enhance contact and build relationships with other military and civilian swim clubs in the surrounding area.

Who can join?

All children aged 6 to 19 of government civilian, contractor, or military personnel supporting the NATO mission at NATO JFC Brunssum, Geilenkirchen AB, USAG BENELUX Brunssum, or students at AFNORTH are eligible. 

By EFSL rules, the Orcas may also contain a limited number of host country children, who are not otherwise eligible. Please e-mail an executive Board Member if you have any questions about eligibility.