Swim Team | 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

EC Junior 2

Spring 2026

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Swimmers should be able to complete at least one length of freestyle and backstroke. The Junior group will be taught stroke technique for all of the four strokes. Competitive starts and turns will also be taught and practiced. There will be no practice requirement, however the more practices a swimmer attends the faster they will progress! A great way for your young swimmer to develop swimming skills and confidence while creating new friendships! Level 2: Participants in this group must be able to do 3/4 of the primary strokes (Freestyle, Backstroke, Breaststroke, Butterfly). This group will swim 60 minutes during their practice time. (Practice Expectation: 2-3 days a week)

Session Dates:

Tuesdays, Thursdays, & Fridays, April 13-May 29, 2026

Time:

4:15-5:15 PM

Age:

2-10 Year Olds

Pricing:

$150-$250

Location:

Eau Claire Downtown YMCA

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CF Junior 1

Spring 2026

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Swimmers should be able to complete at least one length of freestyle and backstroke. The Junior group will be taught stroke technique for all of the four strokes. Competitive starts and turns will also be taught and practiced. There will be no practice requirement, however the more practices a swimmer attends the faster they will progress! A great way for your young swimmer to develop swimming skills and confidence while creating new friendships! Level 1: Participants in this group must have passed Beginner Barracudas or can complete a full 25 of backstroke and freestyle in the large pool. This group will swim 45 minutes during their practice time. (Practice Expectation: 2 Days a week)

Session Dates:

Mondays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays, April 13-May 29, 2026

Time:

6:30-7:15 PM

Age:

2-10 Year Olds

Pricing:

$140-$240

Location:

Chippewa Falls YMCA

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CF Junior 2

Spring 2026

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Swimmers should be able to complete at least one length of freestyle and backstroke. The Junior group will be taught stroke technique for all of the four strokes. Competitive starts and turns will also be taught and practiced. There will be no practice requirement, however the more practices a swimmer attends the faster they will progress! A great way for your young swimmer to develop swimming skills and confidence while creating new friendships! Level 2: Participants in this group must be able to do 3/4 of the primary strokes (Freestyle, Backstroke, Breaststroke, Butterfly). This group will swim 60 minutes during their practice time. (Practice Expectation: 2-3 days a week)

Session Dates:

Mondays, Tuesdays, & Thursdays, April 13-May 29, 2026

Time:

6:30-7:30 PM

Age:

2-10 Year Olds

Pricing:

$150-$250

Location:

Chippewa Falls YMCA

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