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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

CF Junior Elite

Spring 2026

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For entry into this group swimmers should be able to complete at least 50 yards of each of the four strokes. The Junior Elite group is focused on improving stroke technique, and endurance. Will be working with qualified coaches focused on giving individual feedback, on each stroke. This group will start to understand and learn how to compete and race strategies, as well as get an introduction to competitive training.

Session Dates:

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

Time:

6:30-8:00 PM

Age:

9-11 Year Olds

Pricing:

$165-$265

Location:

Chippewa Falls YMCA

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EC Junior Elite

Spring 2026

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For entry into this group swimmers should be able to complete at least 50 yards of each of the four strokes. The Junior Elite group is focused on improving stroke technique, and endurance. Will be working with qualified coaches focused on giving individual feedback, on each stroke. This group will start to understand and learn how to compete and race strategies, as well as get an introduction to competitive training.

Session Dates:

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

Time:

4:15-5:45 PM

Age:

9-11 Year Olds

Pricing:

$165-$265

Location:

Eau Claire Downtown YMCA

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Silver/Gold CF Middle School Option

Spring 2026

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Silver: Swimmers in this group will still focus on technique as well as get a sample of what training will be once moved up to the Gold group. Swimmers should be committed to swimming at least 3-4 times per week, and must be able to swim and train all 4 strokes. Swimmers in this group experience a higher intensity, and be expected to train at least at a 1:45 per 100 base or faster. You will be told when you can move into this group. Gold: Swimmers in this group are generally High School athletes, 14 and up. Training groups will be decided based on previous development and training experience. Swimmers are committed to swimming at a high level, expected to be at practice everyday, and focused on swimming at their best at bigger meets at the end of each competitive season. Swimmers will experience an increased training volume, intensity, and be expected to train at least at a 1:30 per 100 base or faster.

Session Dates:

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

Time:

5:30-7:30 PM

Age:

10-18 Year Olds

Pricing:

$190-$290

Location:

Chippewa Falls YMCA

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