Step 1: Attend a Tryout

Periodically, we host tryouts at the Frisco ISD Natatorium.  Tryouts are merely a stroke assessment given by our coaches to determine the athlete's ability level.  Each swimmer is required to swim a 50 yard freestyle and a 50 yard backstroke before being considered to join.  Before we can even discuss placement for your swimmer, he or she will need to attend one of our tryouts.

BRING TO THE TRYOUT...

1. PHOTOCOPY of the swimmer's birth certificate (will not be returned)
2. 2013 USA Swimming Membership form [click here to print].  We cannot place a swimmer in a practice group without these two items.
3. Swimsuit and goggles for the athlete trying out.

AT THE TRYOUT...

1. Sign in at the table in the lobby.  You will be given a piece of paper with your swimmer's name.  Please fill out their experience, if any, as well as the contact information on the form.
2. Find a place in the stands to sit with your swimmer.  We will have a volunteer come and call the names of the athletes for them to come down on deck to complete their tryout.
3. Swimmer will be asked to complete a 50 yard freestyle and a 50 yard backstroke, each without stopping and unassisted (includes touching the bottom, walls and laneline).

AFTER THE TRYOUT...

1. If your child made the team, follow the instructions below.
2. If your child did not make the team, be sure to look at the notes made by the coach on your child's tryout sheet.  We require certain skills that define what proper backstroke and freestyle look like.  We would suggest finding a local lessons program or working with your child to master these skills.  Swimmers are welcome to tryout as many times as needed.

Step 2: Register Online

WARNING: DO NOT REGISTER ONLINE UNTIL YOU HAVE ATTENDED A TRYOUT.  You will be charged and your registration will remain as pending until you have attended a tryout.  NO REFUNDS.

Being a member involves certain requirements, such as monthly dues, volunteer hour requirements, and required equipment.  Be sure to review all of the information in the "About" section of our website.  All members are responsible for the information contained in these pages.

TO REGISTER ONLINE:

1. Read all information as you go through the registration.
2. Be sure to correctly enter all personal information, including capital letters, spellings, and legal first and last name.  We will enter your child's group and level of billing based on what was determined at their tryout.
3. After completing your registration and your account has been approved, you will receive an email with your account passcode and autopay instructions.
4. Complete AutoPay after receiving account passcode and instructions.  Autopay is used for all of our billing, including monthly/quarterly dues and meet fees.
5. To complete registration, CLICK HERE

Step 3: Follow Tryout Sheet Instructions

First of all, WELCOME TO THE TEAM!  We are so excited to have you joining us!  Second, on your tryout sheet there are a list of instructions for what to do next.  In case you lost yours...

1. Purchase all required equipment.  Each group has certain equipment requirements to join.  What to get and where to get it can be found on our "Equipment" page of our website.
2. Email Nancy Sandwisch [sandwisch@sbcglobal.net] within your first month to receive your free team cap and t-shirt.  You will get this from your coach at practice after you email her.
3. Email your age group rep with any questions.  Contact information for all group reps and coaches can be found on our contact page.  Coaches for all groups are listed on our practice schedule.