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Announcement: Mt. Airy Ridge Seals Swim Team Registration Open on April 15th 2025!

Get ready to dive into an exciting summer of swimming! Registration for our summer swim team opens on April 15th, and we're thrilled to welcome swimmers of all levels to join us for a season of fun, friendship, and competition.

Important Details:

• Registration Date: April 15th
• Age Requirement: Swimmers must be a minimum of 5 years old to participate.
• New Swimmers Tryout: For new swimmers, tryouts will be held on the evening of May 27th. This is an opportunity for coaches to assess swimmers' abilities and ensure proper placement within the team. Swimmers must be able to cross the 25 meter pool unassisted. 
• Tryout Date: May 27th
• Parent Meeting: Following the tryouts, there will be a mandatory new parent meeting at 7:00 pm. We encourage all parents to attend as important information about the upcoming season will be discussed. Returning parents will receive details via EMAIL but are also welcome to attend the meeting. 

Zoom Meeting for Interested Parents: We understand that some parents may have questions or want to learn more about our swim team before you register. To accommodate this, we will be hosting a Zoom meeting for interested parents on April 10 and 15 at 8:00pm.  During this meeting, our board members will provide an overview of the program, answer any questions you may have, and discuss what to expect for the upcoming season. Join us virtually to connect with our team and discover why our swim program is the perfect fit for your child!

Meeting ID
meet.google.com/seh-vxdc-tjr
Phone Numbers
(‪US‬)
‪+1 385-404-0507‬
PIN: ‪947 841 338#‬

How to Register:

• Registration will open on our website starting April 15th.
• New swimmers must attend the tryout session on May 27th.  Unless you have other returning swimmers, it is recommended that you not register until AFTER tryouts (spots are reserved for this situation).  A sign-up genius will be posted to schedule your tryout slot.
• Swimmers are accepted on a first come, first serve basis.

Benefits of Joining:

• Improve swimming skills in a supportive and encouraging environment.
• Build friendships and camaraderie with fellow swimmers.
• Participate in exciting swim meets and team events throughout the summer.
• Experience the thrill of competition and personal growth.

Don't Miss Out! Mark your calendars for April 15th to secure your spot on our summer swim team! Whether you're a seasoned swimmer or just starting out, we welcome you to join our community of enthusiastic swimmers.

For more information and updates, visit our website or contact us at www.rsst.org

Let's make a splash this summer!

Jen Altman

Ridge Seals Swim Team Board President

Swim practices will be held in the evening beginning May 29th through June 13th.

Morning practices will begin June 16th. Evening practices will be available beginning June 17th T, W, & Th but due to limited space are on a special needs basis and require approval by the head coach, Jenny Grillo. (Acceptable reasons include day camps, summer school, working parents, etc..) Please Note: Swimmers may only attend one practice per day.  If they attend in the morning, they cannot attend practice that evening.

**Evening practice times may change based on demand. ** 

After you register, you will be invited to our parent-only Facebook group.  For the safety of our children, only members of the swim team may join the parent group. 

Swim Meets:

June 7th - Time Trials @Ridge

June 14th - Out of Division Meet v/s VOU @ RIDGE

June 21st - @Holly Hills

June 28th - @Spring Ridge

July 1st - RELAY CARNIVAL @VOU  More details to follow  

July 12th - v/s Linganore @RIDGE

July 19th - Divisionals @Spring Ridge?  

July 26th - All Stars (must qualify) @HOOD? 

**PICTURE DAY - June 19th at Morning Practice** 

(This is a change from the previously scheduled date due to a change in the school year schedule)

If you have questions you can send messages via Facebook or email Jen Altman. 

RSST is a 501(c)(3) non-profit youth team competing within the Frederick Summer Swim League. We are open to both members and non-members of the Ridge Swim Club. The team is led by parent volunteers and a paid coaching staff. Our mission is to provide recreational and competitive youth swimmers with an opportunity to enhance personal fitness, improve swim stroke technique, cultivate a sense of teamwork, make friends, and have fun. Go Seals!