Swim Teams

Photo of a young swimmer on a diving platform

The Woodlands is home to several neighborhood-based swim teams that offer youth swimmers the chance to build skills, stay active and compete in a fun, team-oriented environment. Teams practice at Township pools. Summer swim teams participate in local meets throughout the summer season. Our teams proudly compete in the Northwest Aquatic League (NWAL). For more information on summer swim teams, please visit individual swim team websites.

The Woodlands Hurricanes

The Woodlands Hurricanes is a neighborhood swim team based at Lakeside Pool dedicated to fostering skill development, team spirit, and a love for swimming in a fun and supportive environment. 

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The Woodlands Riptides

The Woodlands Riptides is a neighborhood swim team based at Creekwood pool dedicated to offer a fun and competitive summer swim experience focused on skill building, teamwork, and sportsmanship

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The Woodlands Waves

The Woodlands Waves swim team is a neighborhood swim team based at Forestgate Pool that is dedicated to providing a positive and energetic environment for swimmers to improve their skills, build confidence, and enjoy friendly competition.

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Program Requirements & Resources

Swim Team Handbook

The Swim Team Handbook provides important information on team expectations, schedules, rules, and procedures to help swimmers and families have a successful and enjoyable season.

Download Swim Team Handbook(PDF, 367KB)

Parent & Coach Code of Conduct

Parents and coaches are expected to adhere to the Parent and Coach Code of Conduct, which emphasizes respectful communication, supportive behavior, and creating a positive, safe environment for all swimmers.

Download Parent & Coaches Code of Conduct(PDF, 31KB)

Swimmer Code of Conduct

All participants are expected to follow the Swimmer Code of Conduct, which promotes respect, safety, good sportsmanship, and positive behavior in and around the pool.

Download Swimmer Code of Conduct(PDF, 162KB)

Pre-Requisites for Joining

  • Swim team is for ages 5 and up. No exceptions.

  • Swimmers must attend an evaluation hosted by The Woodlands Township.

  • Evaluation includes one lap (25 yards) freestyle in 1 minute or less and complete one lap (25 yards) on their back with no time limit.