Website Navigation Guide- M.E. Lyons YMCA/Anderson Barracudas
Website Navigation Guide- M.E. Lyons YMCA/Anderson Barracudas
Training Groups Tab
- Age Group Descriptions
- Targeted at younger swimmers, typically ages 6–13.
- Focuses on skill development, stroke technique, and learning training habits.
- Placement is based on ability and age, evaluated by the coaching staff.
- Senior Group Descriptions
- Designed for high school-age swimmers focused on competitive training.
- Includes expectations around practice attendance, meet participation, and progression toward higher-level competition.
Parents Tab
This section is a hub for all parent-related resources, including important documents and tools:
Policies & Forms
- Athlete, Parent, & Team Policies- Documents signed during registration (Code of Conduct, Medical Info, etc.)
Parent Participation / Volunteering
- Volunteer Matters Sign-Up Document
- Where parents sign up for required volunteer shifts.
- Work Credit Management Spreadsheet
- Track progress toward volunteer commitment requirements.
Billing & Payment Info
- Detailed explanation of how billing works.
- Policies on dues, late fees, refunds, and more.
Equipment & Apparel
- Team gear ordering links and deadlines.
- Info about what equipment each group needs
Guides & Tools
- Team Unify How-To Guide
- Helps navigate the registration system, billing, meet sign-ups, and communication tools.
- New Parent Swimming Handbook
- Introductory guide for families new to competitive swimming.
Training & Swim Links
- Educational links for both athletes and parents.
- Articles, videos, and resources on technique, nutrition, and swimmer development.
Athletes Tab
- Athlete, Parent & Team Policies (same as Parents tab for consistency)
- Equipment & Apparel Order Info
- Senior 1 Requirements (training, attendance, competition expectations)
- Training Links (technique, drills, nutrition, motivation)
Safe Sport Tab
- Safe Sport information from USA Swimming
- Policies, reporting procedures, education resources
- Links to mandatory Safe Sport trainings for parents and athletes
- Team’s Safe Sport coordinator contact
Team Records & Time Standards Tab
- Current team records across all age groups
- Qualifying time standards for various championship meets (e.g., JO, Zones, Sectionals)
Schedules Tab
- Practice schedules
- Meet schedules
Hotels Tab
- Hotel blocks for travel meets
- Must be logged into the website to view these resources.
Front Page Website Navigation Guide
The front page provides quick access buttons and up-to-date information to help swimmers, parents, and visitors navigate the team site easily.
Quick Access Buttons
Our Coaches
- Bios, credentials, and group assignments
- Contact info for each coach
Joining Us
- How to join the Barracudas
- Trial swims, evaluations, and registration steps
About Us
- Team mission, history, and values
- Affiliation with YMCA and USA Swimming
Masters / Adult Fitness
- Adult swim training options
- Practice info and registration for fitness swimmers
Parent Participation
- Volunteer expectations and sign-ups
- Work credit info and tracking tools
Augusta Swim Supply
- Official team gear supplier
- Direct ordering for suits, equipment, and apparel
USA Safe Sport
- Resources and education from USA Swimming's Safe Sport program
- Reporting procedures and athlete safety commitments
Event & Job Signup Page
- Meet sign-up and volunteer job assignments
- View upcoming events and deadlines (login required)
Latest News Section
- Important team announcements: schedule changes, meet results, reminders
- Highlights of swimmer achievements and events
- Deadlines, policy updates, and training opportunities
- Access past/archived news articles
Check this section regularly for real-time updates from the coaching staff and admin.
SE Motion App vs. Team Website- What You Need to Know
While the SE Motion app is a great resource for:
- Viewing upcoming events
- Signing up for meets and jobs
- Checking team news
- Tracking your account and finances
Please be sure to bookmark our full team website for access to all important team information, including:
- Training group descriptions and requirements
- Full athlete, parent, and team policies
- Parent participation and volunteer tracking
- Equipment and apparel ordering
- Safe Sport resources
- Team records, time standards, meet schedules, and hotel blocks (login required)
The app is convenient for day-to-day use, but the website is your go-to source for everything related to being a Barracuda!
