Inside The Program
Inside The Program
Since 2008, Vistancia Vipers has been a developmental swim program focused on helping young swimmers build strong technique, confidence, and a lifelong connection to the sport of swimming.
We exist to coach swimmers well — not just for one season, but for long-term growth in the pool and beyond it.
This page serves as a guide to how our program works — how we coach, what we prioritize, and how families can best support swimmer development over time.
How We Coach
At Vistancia Vipers, coaching is intentional and developmental by design. We train swimmers across all phases of competitive swimming, with an emphasis on:
Efficient, repeatable stroke technique
All four competitive strokes
Proper starts, turns, and diving fundamentals
Breathing control and body position
Building endurance the right way
Learning to train and compete as part of a team
Our goal is not to rush swimmers through skills, but to help them build a foundation that allows them to improve year after year.
Read → How We Coach At Vistancia Vipers
Our Programs
Summer Season (Desert Swim League)
During the summer, Vistancia Vipers competes in the Desert Swim League. The season runs from late May through mid-July and includes daily practices, weekly dual meets, and a championship meet to close the season.
Summer swimming is fast-paced, energetic, and team-centered — designed to combine strong competition with fun, connection, and shared experiences.
Year-Round Sessions
Outside of summer, we offer monthly swim sessions for swimmers who want to continue training throughout the year. These sessions include two practices per week and two meets each month, allowing swimmers to maintain skills, stay connected with teammates, and continue progressing without the intensity of a full club program.
Our Mission
Our focus is not on winning or losing, but on personal development through swimming.
We believe goal setting — in the pool, in school, and in life — is a powerful tool for growth. Through consistent training, swimmers learn discipline, resilience, teamwork, and sportsmanship, alongside skills that will serve them for the rest of their lives.
Read → What “Developmental Swimming” Means
Our Culture
We believe swimming should develop more than just strokes.
At Vistancia Vipers, we celebrate:
Progress over perfection
Effort over outcomes
Coachability, focus, and attitude
Supporting teammates, not just ourselves
Every season is an opportunity to grow, connect, and build confidence — both individually and as a team.
Read → What Success Looks Like At Different Ages
Competition & Meets
Swim meets are an important part of the Vipers experience. They give swimmers the opportunity to apply what they’ve practiced, build confidence, and learn how to compete in a supportive team environment.
We view meets as an extension of training — a place to practice race skills, routines, and sportsmanship, not just a place to chase results.
Read → What to Expect at Swim Meets
Our Values
Effort Over Outcome
Improvement and consistency matter more than medals.
Positive Coaching
Corrections are made to build skill and confidence.
Safety First
In the water and on deck, safety is non-negotiable.
Team Spirit
We cheer for every swimmer, every race.
Respect Always
For coaches, teammates, opponents, officials, and our facility.
Who Can Swim With Vipers
Vistancia Vipers is open to swimmers ages 5–18 who can swim 25 yards unassisted in at least one legal competitive stroke.
This is not a swim lesson program. Team practices are designed for swimmers who can safely participate in group training.