Our guppy programs are designed for young swimmers who may not be ready to commit to the big swim team. No advanced skills of strokes are required other than water readiness; children will attend without the aid of their parents. They will develop safe pool behavior, adjust to the water and develop independent movement in the water. This team is designed for new swimmers, teaching basic swim skills, pool safety, and comfort in the water but not intended to as a replacement for swim lessons.

The guppy team is a sub group of the Indian Lakes Stingrays. Each child will be registered with the Indian Lakes Stingrays and VBSL as an official participant but is not eligible to participate in official swim meets till they have:
1. Passed swimming 25 meters unaided
2. Swum 25 meters within a 4 minute period
3. Coach's approval

Once a Guppy has proven them able to participate in official swim meets, they will be moved up to practice during the regular schedule team practices.

Each child will be given equal rights to participate and given the chance to move up. Also all code of conduct and additional Indian Lakes Stingrays rules and regulations are expected to be followed for both child and parent.

Four practices a week will be offered: Tuesday and Thursday during the 10 and under practice. Each session will last 30-45 minutes. It is encouraged that your child swims two practices a week, but it is not required. Please let the team know at time of registration which practice you are most likely to attend to ensure we have the appropriate number of coach helpers in the water. Those wishing to help will need to sign up with the head coach.