Frequently Asked Questions

Swimmers ages 5–18 must be able to swim 25 yards independently in any stroke and participate safely in a group. Vipers is a developmental swim team, not swim lessons. See How It Works →

Practices are at Foothills Pool, 31642 N. Westland Rd., Peoria, AZ 85383, across from Lake Pleasant Elementary. Meets may be at the home pool or other pools in the valley.

Spring and fall practices meet Mondays and Wednesdays. Summer practices are Monday through Friday. Open Seasons in the navigation for current dates and Practice Groups & Times.

Yes. Swimmers may participate in other activities. Spring and fall practices are twice per week; review the season schedule before registering.

Meets are optional. Spring and fall include Intersquad Meets; summer includes Desert Swim League meets. See meet schedules and details →

Practices cover freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly, endurance, starts, turns, and race skills.

Makeup practices are not offered. Resume at the next scheduled practice.

Bring a swimsuit and goggles; a swim cap is optional. Swimmers may wear the team suit or a similar suit, preferably blue. Bring a towel and water bottle to practice. For meets, also bring snacks and clothes for time between races.

Team Gear →   Meet information →

No refunds are available after a session has started, including for missed practices or scheduling conflicts.

Check Seasons in the navigation for dates, pricing, Practice Groups & Times, and Registration Windows. Full Season Registration covers the season; Session-to-Session Registration covers one four-week spring or fall session at a time, subject to availability.

Complete both annual waivers before participation. When registration is open, choose a group and register each swimmer separately. Payment secures the place.

Get Started →   Register →

Sometimes, depending on age and ability. Coaches guide group placement. Email Coach Taylor to discuss a sibling placement request.

Groups consider age, experience, and ability. Coaches may recommend a group adjustment. Check Practice Groups & Times on the season page before registering; contact Coach Taylor if you need help choosing.

Ask about placement →

Drop-ins and trial classes are not offered. Session-to-Session Registration lets families register for one four-week spring or fall session, subject to availability.

Complete the Vistancia HOA waiver and Vipers team waiver once per calendar year, before participation. You do not need to repeat completed waivers each session.

View Required Waivers →

Available groups appear on the Register page during open registration, subject to availability. Check the current season page for Registration Windows and subscribe to Vipers emails for updates.

Registration details →