Tryouts at Hydra Aquatics
Whether you're new to the sport or transferring from another team, tryouts help us guide you to the right training group for your goals, experience, and age.
Not sure if your swimmer needs a tryout? Hydra offers tryouts on an as-needed basis for athletes with and without competitive swimming experience.
🔍 Do I Need a Tryout?
You may need a tryout if:
- Your swimmer has never trained year-round with a USA Swimming club
- You're coming from a different team or seasonal swim league (e.g., NVSL, ODSL, CSL, etc.)
- You're unsure which group your swimmer should join
🧒 For Swimmers Without Competitive Experience
Option 1 – Preferred: Ask a swim coach or instructor to email a recommendation to [email protected] including:
- Stroke proficiency in all four strokes (or current ability)
- Training history (where, how long, and how often)
- Readiness and group placement suggestions
Option 2 – In-Person Evaluation: Schedule a tryout where your swimmer will demonstrate:
- Freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly (as applicable)
- Structured lane swimming and comfort in a team environment
- Listening, participation, and coachability
🏊 For Swimmers With Competitive Experience
Experienced swimmers are invited to:
- Attend 1–2 practices for evaluation
- Experience Hydra’s team environment, coaches, and training philosophy
- Receive placement based on performance, maturity, and goals
We welcome swimmers from all levels: NVSL, CCSL, CSL, ODSL, USAS, DCPR, high school, and more.
📧 How to Request a Tryout
Email [email protected] and include:
- Swimmer’s full name
- Age and date of birth
- Years of experience, team background
- Recent best times (SCY, SCM, or LCM) if available
ℹ️ Still Have Questions?
Contact us with general questions—we’re happy to help you get started, even if you’re brand new to the sport!
🏁 Let’s Find the Right Fit
Start with a tryout or pre-register today — and we’ll help your swimmer thrive from day one.
