COMPETITIVE AQUATICS AT THE Y
The YMCA of Greenwich is the premier aquatics facility in the area. It is home to three highly competitive and nationally ranked teams: Marlins Dive Club, Marlins Swim Team, and Greenwich Aquatics Water Polo.
We are extremely proud of the more than 500 athletes who compete under the YMCA banner, many of whom go on to compete at the collegiate level.
Each of these teams practice in the YMCA of Greenwich’s 50-meter by 25-yard Olympic pool.
NEW DRYLAND TRAINING PROGRAM
EXCLUSIVELY FOR YMCA OF GREENWICH COMPETITIVE AQUATIC ATHLETES
Dryland at the YMCA of Greenwich is a strength and conditioning program that supports the growth of young athletes exclusively in our competitive aquatics sports programs. Prioritizing a unified approach to athlete development, participants will train in the same facility as their coaches to maintain clear communication, set safe and attainable goals, and build discipline in a structured setting.
PROGRAM INVESTMENT:
- Program registration is flexible and can be purchased in 8-session packages for $200 a month ($25 per class).
- Dryland training will run in 4-week cohorts. Each group will meet twice per week, scheduled immediately before or after swim practice to make scheduling and pick-up as convenient as possible for families while keeping training seamless for athletes.
DRYLAND TRAINING SCHEDULE
Dryland training will run in 4-week sessions. Each group will meet twice per week, scheduled immediately before or after swim practice to make scheduling and pick-up as convenient as possible for families while keeping training seamless for athletes.
March 2 - March 26 | March 30 - April 23 | April 27 | May 21
- 16U/18U Water Polo Girls: Mon & Wed, 5:30PM – 6:30PM (Before Practice)
- 16U/18U Water Polo Boys: Mon & Wed, 7:00PM – 8:00PM (Before Practice)
- 14U Water Polo Girls: Tues & Thurs, 6:30PM – 7:30PM (After Practice)
- 14U Water Polo Boys: Tues & Thurs, 5:30PM – 6:30PM (Before Practice)
- Senior Dive: Tues & Thurs, 6:00PM – 7:00PM (After Practice)
- Junior Dive: Mon, 6:00PM – 7:00PM (After Practice) & Wed, 5:00PM – 6:00PM (Before Practice)
- Senior Swim: Tues & Thurs, 5:00PM – 6:00PM (After Practice – limited participation expected during first 4 weeks)
MEET THE TRAINERS
Our dedicated dryland trainers will guide young athletes to better understand how their bodies work and how to use that knowledge to improve performance and prepare for the next level. As athletes move through the program, parents will also receive regular updates to track their progress.
Devin Monahan
With over a decade of experience, Devin, a personal trainer and our Wellness Center Manager, has a background in military special operations and injury prevention and recovery.
Matvey Lvovich
A multi-talented personal trainer, yoga and pilates instructor, Matvey also has extensive experience leading elite dryland programs.
Vaughn Curtis
Vaughn is a former multi-sport athlete and weightlifter who rebuilt his strength from the ground up after a serious injury.
PERFORMANCE GOALS BY SPORT
Athletes ages 9 to 12 will develop a strong foundation in stability, range of motion (ROM), and coordination, to help them better understand how their bodies can effectively perform.
As athletes move through the program, parents will also receive regular updates to track their progress.
Athletes ages 13 to 18 will start with baseline testing to establish a starting point for their training program. Their workout sessions will center on the specific demands of their sport. As they progress, they will learn how each aspect of their training improves their performance, better preparing them to reach the next level.
SWIMMING
- Endurance
- Efficiency
- Power
DIVING
- Flexibility
- Stability
- Precision
WATER POLO
- Strength
- Endurance
- Explosiveness
GREENWICH AQUATICS WATER POLO
As the #1 program outside California and most elite program on the East Coast, Greenwich Aquatics athletes are highly sought after by collegiate coaches, many of which are top 10 water polo schools. The mission of Greenwich Aquatics is to develop young players’ water polo skills so they may participate in college water polo and succeed as scholar-athletes, excelling in the classroom, swimming pool, communities, and families, while enhancing and developing sportsmanship.
For questions and evaluation set-up, please contact Kim Tierney Wang at 646-220-9792 or ktierney@gwymca.org.
MARLINS SWIM TEAM
The Marlins Swim Team is a year-round USA Swimming and YMCA program designed for swimmers ages 6 and up, from beginners to national-level athletes. Many Marlins swimmers compete in national championships and go on to become collegiate swimmers. Our team provides children and families with the opportunity to experience competitive swimming in a fun, exciting, and positive environment, supported by a highly experienced and accomplished coaching staff.
For prices and registration dates, please contact Patrick Kennedy at pkennedy@gwymca.org.
MARLINS DIVING TEAM
The YMCA of Greenwich Marlins Diving Club offers diving instruction from the beginner to the senior competitive level. Our program emphasizes positive learning in a safe, fun, and competitive environment and provides an opportunity for divers to participate in local, regional, and national events. Marlin Divers compete annually at Olympic Trials, AAU Nationals, and USA Nationals.
For prices and registration dates, please contact marlinsdiving@gmail.com.
TRYOUT TO JOIN ONE OF OUR COMPETITIVE AQUATIC TEAMS!
Is your child interested in becoming a competitive aquatic athlete? The YMCA of Greenwich is home to some of the region’s most prestigious aquatic programs—Marlins Swim, Marlins Diving, and Greenwich Aquatics Water Polo. Each program offers high-level coaching, a supportive team environment, and opportunities for athletes to grow and excel.
The first step toward a future in competitive aquatics is contacting our Aquatics Department at swimschool@gwymca.org.
AQUATIC MEMBERSHIP
As frequent facility users, our Youth Aquatic membership is required for those who participate in a competitive aquatics team (except for Noodle Water Polo, Novice 3 Swim, and Learn To Dive).
We encourage parents of competitive aquatic athletes to become YMCA members so the entire family can enjoy our facilities together. While your children are practicing and competing, you can take advantage of our state-of-the-art fitness centers, group exercise classes, and recreational activities. Becoming a member allows you to make the most of your time, stay active, and enjoy quality family moments at the Y. Join us and discover how the YMCA can benefit your whole family, creating a healthier and more connected community.