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YMCA OF THE CHIPPEWA VALLEY

BARRACUDA SWIM TEAM

Swim Team Programs

FAQ

The YMCA of the Chippewa Valley Swim Team is a competitive program for swimmers ages 5–19 of all ability levels. Our trained coaches focus on developing technique, endurance, and confidence while teaching the four competitive strokes, starts, turns, and finishes. Practices are organized by ability and emphasize skill progression, teamwork, and sportsmanship.

YMCA of the Chippewa Valley Barracudas

The YMCA of the Chippewa Valley Barracudas Swim Team compete in the Central Wisconsin Swim Conference, Wisconsin YMCA meets, and USA Swimming events. With year-round training in Eau Claire, Chippewa Falls, and surrounding areas, more than 200 athletes grow in a supportive, encouraging environment that promotes long-term development and a healthy lifestyle.

NOTICE TO SWIM TEAM FAMILIES: There will be a $10 Away Meet Fee applied this year, per family. This is additional to the meet fee that is required for attending the meet.

Prerequisites:

Ages 5-19 Years Old
Ability to swim 25 yards continuously
Must be a current member of the YMCA of the Chippewa Valley

Questions?

Contact Ryan Wedl, Head Coach at rwedl@ymca-cv.org or (715) 839-4614

Current programs

Adult/Tri Lap League Fall/Winter 2026/2027

Fall 2026

Adult/Tri Lap is for 18 and over adults who enjoy swimming in a group! Workouts are provided and each lane works through the set at their own pace. Adult/Tri Lap is a great way to improve swim endurance and stay active!

Session Dates:

Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, September 8, 2026-May 28, 2027

Time:

5:45-7:00 AM

Age:

18+ Years & Older, Coed

Pricing:

$170-$300

Location:

Eau Claire Downtown YMCA

Beginner Barracudas Swim Clinic

Fall 2026

An introductory group for young swimmers who are new to competitive swimming. The focus is on instruction and developmental drills for the four competitive strokes while helping swimmers build water confidence, new skills, and friendships.

Session Dates:

Tuesdays & Thursdays, October 6-29, 2026

Time:

5:00-5:45 PM

Age:

4-8 Years Old, Coed

Pricing:

$50-$75

Location:

Eau Claire Downtown YMCA

Bronze Swim Team

Fall 2026

For swimmers who can race and complete at least 50 yards of each stroke, a 100 IM, and at least 200 yards of freestyle continuously. Bronze focuses on improving stroke technique and endurance while introducing race strategy and competitive training habits.

Session Dates:

Tuesdays, Thursdays, & Fridays, October 20, 2026-March 12, 2027

Time:

5:00-6:25 PM

Age:

9-12 Years Old, Coed

Pricing:

$480

Location:

Eau Claire Downtown YMCA

CF - Gold - Regular Season

Fall 2026

A senior training group generally for high school swimmers ages 13�18, organized by prior development and training experience. Gold swimmers train at a high level and prepare to perform their best at major meets through increased training volume, intensity, and race-focused preparation.

Session Dates:

Mondays-Fridays, October 19, 2026-March 12, 2027

Time:

6:30-8:30 PM

Age:

13-18 Years Old, Coed

Pricing:

$580 / High School girls $480 / High School Boys $380

Location:

Chippewa Falls YMCA

CF - Junior Elite - Regular Season

Fall 2026

For swimmers who know all four competitive strokes and are ready for more advanced technique work. This group emphasizes refining strokes and building the endurance to complete longer repeats.

Session Dates:

Mondays, Thursdays, & Fridays, October 19, 2026-March 12, 2027

Time:

4:30-6:00 PM

Age:

9-12 Years Old, Coed

Pricing:

$480

Location:

Chippewa Falls YMCA

EC - Gold - High School Girls - Regular Season

Fall 2026

A senior training group generally for high school swimmers ages 13–18, organized by prior development and training experience. Gold swimmers train at a high level and prepare to perform their best at major meets through increased training volume, intensity, and race-focused preparation.

Session Dates:

Mondays-Fridays, October 19, 2026-March 12, 2027

Time:

6:30-8:30 PM

Age:

13-18 Years Old, Girls

Pricing:

$480

Location:

Northstar Middle School

EC - Junior 2 - Regular Season

Fall 2026

For swimmers who can perform 3 of the 4 competitive strokes. This group continues stroke development for all four strokes and adds more practice time to improve technique, starts, turns, and endurance.

Session Dates:

Tuesdays, Thursdays, & Fridays, October 20, 2026-Mar 12, 2027

Time:

4:15-5:15 PM

Age:

4-10 Years Old, Coed

Pricing:

$455

Location:

Eau Claire Downtown YMCA

Swim Team Additional 1 on 1 Coaching

Fall 2026, Winter 2026

Are you interested in 1 on 1 coaching for Swim Team? 3 Package options are available: 1 session, 5 sessions, or 10 sessions. Must be a member of Swim Team or Swim Clinics to register.

Session Dates:

TBD

Time:

TBD

Age:

3 Years or Older

Pricing:

$35-$242

Location:

Eau Claire Downtown YMCA, Chippewa Falls YMCA

Beginner Barracudas Swim Clinic

Fall 2026

An introductory group for young swimmers who are new to competitive swimming. The focus is on instruction and developmental drills for the four competitive strokes while helping swimmers build water confidence, new skills, and friendships.

Session Dates:

Tuesdays & Thursdays, September 8-October 1, 2026

Time:

4:15-5:00 PM

Age:

4-8 Years Old, Coed

Pricing:

$50-$75

Location:

Eau Claire Downtown YMCA

Beginner Barracudas Swim Team

Fall 2026

An introductory group for young swimmers who are new to competitive swimming. The focus is on instruction and developmental drills for the four competitive strokes while helping swimmers build water confidence, new skills, and friendships.

Session Dates:

Tuesdays & Thursdays, November 17, 2026-March 12, 2027

Time:

5:00-5:45 PM

Age:

4-8 Years Old, Coed

Pricing:

$305-$405

Location:

Eau Claire Downtown YMCA

CF - Gold - High School Boys - Regular Season

Fall 2026

Price adjustment for High School Boys that swim the HS Season A senior training group generally for high school swimmers ages 13-18, organized by prior development and training experience. Gold swimmers train at a high level and prepare to perform their best at major meets through increased training volume, intensity, and race-focused preparation.

Session Dates:

Mondays-Fridays, October 19, 2026-March 12, 2027

Time:

6:30-8:30 PM

Age:

13-18 Years Old, Boys

Pricing:

$380

Location:

Chippewa Falls YMCA

CF - Junior 1 - Regular Season

Fall 2026

For swimmers who have passed Beginner Barracudas or can complete a full 25 yards of freestyle and backstroke in the large pool. This group teaches technique for all four strokes, along with competitive starts and turns, to build skills, confidence, and consistency.

Session Dates:

Mondays, Thursdays, & Fridays, October 19, 2026-March 12, 2027

Time:

4:30-5:15 PM

Age:

4-10 Years Old, Coed

Pricing:

$405

Location:

Chippewa Falls YMCA

CF - Silver - Regular Season

Fall 2026

A higher-intensity group for swimmers generally middle school age who can train all four strokes and are ready to prepare for Gold. Silver continues to develop technique while introducing more advanced training expectations.

Session Dates:

Mondays-Fridays, October 19, 2026-March 12, 2027

Time:

6:30-8:15 PM

Age:

10-13 Years Old, Coed

Pricing:

$580

Location:

Chippewa Falls Middle School

EC - Gold - Regular Season

Fall 2026

A senior training group generally for high school swimmers ages 13-18, organized by prior development and training experience. Gold swimmers train at a high level and prepare to perform their best at major meets through increased training volume, intensity, and race-focused preparation.

Session Dates:

Mondays-Fridays, October 19, 2026-March 12, 2027

Time:

6:30-8:30 PM

Age:

13-18 Years Old, Coed

Pricing:

$480

Location:

Northstar Middle School

EC - Junior Elite - Regular Season

Fall 2026

For swimmers who know all four competitive strokes and are ready for more advanced technique work. This group emphasizes refining strokes and building the endurance to complete longer repeats.

Session Dates:

Tuesdays, Thursdays, & Fridays, October 20, 2026-Mar 12, 2027

Time:

5:00-6:25 PM

Age:

9-12 Years Old, Coed

Pricing:

$480

Location:

Eau Claire Downtown YMCA

Beginner Barracudas Swim Clinic

Fall 2026

An introductory group for young swimmers who are new to competitive swimming. The focus is on instruction and developmental drills for the four competitive strokes while helping swimmers build water confidence, new skills, and friendships.

Session Dates:

Tuesdays & Thursdays, October 6-29, 2026

Time:

4:15-5:00 PM

Age:

4-8 Years Old, Coed

Pricing:

$50-$75

Location:

Eau Claire Downtown YMCA

Beginner Barracudas Swim Team

Fall 2026

An introductory group for young swimmers who are new to competitive swimming. The focus is on instruction and developmental drills for the four competitive strokes while helping swimmers build water confidence, new skills, and friendships.

Session Dates:

Tuesdays & Thursdays, November 17, 2026-March 12, 2027

Time:

4:15-5:00 PM

Age:

4-8 Years Old, Coed

Pricing:

$305-$405

Location:

Eau Claire Downtown YMCA

CF - Gold - High School Girls - Regular Season

Fall 2026

Price adjustment for girls who swim the girls HS Season A senior training group generally for high school swimmers ages 13-18, organized by prior development and training experience. Gold swimmers train at a high level and prepare to perform their best at major meets through increased training volume, intensity, and race-focused preparation.

Session Dates:

Mondays-Fridays, October 19, 2026-March 12, 2027

Time:

6:30-8:30 PM

Age:

13-18 Years Old, Girls

Pricing:

$480

Location:

Chippewa Falls YMCA

CF - Junior 2 - Regular Season

Fall 2026

For swimmers who can perform 3 of the 4 competitive strokes. This group continues stroke development for all four strokes and adds more practice time to improve technique, starts, turns, and endurance.

Session Dates:

Mondays, Thursdays, & Fridays, October 19, 2026-March 12, 2027

Time:

4:30-5:30 PM

Age:

4-10 Years Old, Coed

Pricing:

$455

Location:

Chippewa Falls YMCA

EC - Gold - High School Boys - Regular Season

Fall 2026

A senior training group generally for high school swimmers ages 13–18, organized by prior development and training experience. Gold swimmers train at a high level and prepare to perform their best at major meets through increased training volume, intensity, and race-focused preparation.

Session Dates:

Mondays-Fridays, October 19, 2026-March 12, 2027

Time:

6:30-8:30 PM

Age:

13-18 Years Old, Boys

Pricing:

$380

Location:

Northstar Middle School

EC - Junior 1 - Regular Season

Fall 2026

For swimmers who have passed Beginner Barracudas or can complete a full 25 yards of freestyle and backstroke in the large pool. This group teaches technique for all four strokes, along with competitive starts and turns, to build skills, confidence, and consistency.

Session Dates:

Tuesdays, Thursdays, & Fridays, October 20, 2026-Mar 12, 2027

Time:

4:15-5:00 PM

Age:

4-10 Years Old, Coed

Pricing:

$405

Location:

Eau Claire Downtown YMCA

EC - Silver - Regular Season

Fall 2026

A higher-intensity group for swimmers generally middle school age who can train all four strokes and are ready to prepare for Gold. Silver continues to develop technique while introducing more advanced training expectations.

Session Dates:

Mondays-Fridays, October 19, 2026-March 12, 2027

Time:

6:30-8:15 PM

Age:

10-13 Years Old, Coed

Pricing:

$580

Location:

Northstar Middle School

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