Mini Marlins
At Middlebridge, we put a lot of focus into our Mini Marlins pre-team program. This program is focused on kids who would like to learn how to swim, but need a little help. Skills will range from kids who are just starting to float on their stomach to kids who can swim more than halfway down the pool. Our requirement is that your child is comfortable in the water, comfortable putting their head under water, and able to float on their stomach.
Children participating in the Mini Marlins program must be registered for the season. Each pre-team swimmer must be at least 5 years old.
Based on the evaluations, the Mini Marlins will be divided into different skill level groups to start out. Based on each swimmer's progress throughout the season, they may end up moving between different groups to better fit their needs. The goal at the end of each season is to build confidence and enjoyment for the sport, get each swimmer further than where they started, and hopefully get them across the pool so that they can graduate to our Swim Team! Most importantly, we want them to have a lot of fun.
Every B meet (on Wednesdays) will have optional pre-team races that each mini marlin can participate in.
Mini Marlins practice is not a drop-off event. It is important that an adult responsible for your child be on-site during practice. Weather is unpredictable as are restroom needs so a designated adult must be available to tend to your child in these circumstances.
Mini Marlins swimmers and families are invited to participate in swim team events and activities (except Friday Fun Practice). Although there are no specific volunteer requirements for pre-team parents, we do encourage you to get involved and get to know other families in our community.
