Pre-Team

The Pre-Team is designed for swimmers who have completed swim lessons, or who have equivalent skills, and are eager to continue improving their technique and endurance in a fun, team-based environment - but aren't quite ready for full competitive training.

2025-26 REGISTRATION

Enrollment Periods

Practices begin the week of September 8, 2025

Registration Steps

1. Successfully complete Steel City Aquatics - Swim School (or program equivalency) or complete a coach evaluation
2. ​Register with Steel City Aquatics Pre-Team
3. Register with USA Swimming (insurance required for participation)
4. Purchase required Team Apparel and Equipment

*NEW FOR 2025-2026 SEASON*

What has Changed?
New Name, Same Mission! Our pre-competitive group, formerly known as Copper (Pre-Competitive), has a new name this season: Pre-Team. While the name has changed, our focus on developing foundational skills in a fun and supportive environment remains the same!

2025-26 Pre-Team Program

• 2025-26 NEW Pre-Team Overview

• ​2025-26 Membership Registration Fees

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Registration Process Update: Enrollment Periods

• ​This season, we’ve updated our registration process to better support swimmer development. The new system is designed to promote more consistent and continuous swimming throughout the year, helping athletes maintain progress, build endurance, and stay connected with their team and coaches.

• By encouraging ongoing participation, swimmers experience fewer breaks in training, leading to stronger skills, improved confidence, and better long-term results in the pool.

Pre-Team Practices

• ​Practices are aligned to support the bridge between Swim School and the Competitive Team

• 45 minutes, 2 days per week

  • ​Practice dates and times are subject to change based on registration volume, coach availability, and pool availability.

December 1-7, 2025

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