Torpedoes Competitive Swim Team

The West Springfield Torpedoes Competitive Swim Team, sponsored by the West Springfield Park & Recreation Department, will begin their season on Tuesday, October 10, 2023.

COMPETITIVE SWIM TEAM TRY-OUTS:

Tuesday - Thursday, October 10 - October 12 ~ 5:45PM - 7:15PM, NEW SWIMMERS ONLY

(New swimmers are those that did not swim in the Summer 2023 Season)

Monday - Thursday, October 16 - January 18 ~ NEW & RETURNING SWIMMERS

Practices are held at the West Springfield High School Sady Pool. Head Coach will place swimmer in appropriate swim level.

Practice times vary based on swimmer's level. Practice times are 5:45pm - 6:45pm, 5:45pm - 7:15pm, or 6:15pm - 8:15pm.

Pre-Registration and payment is required by 4:00pm on Friday, October 6, 2023.

 

Torpedoes Competitive Swim Team is open to: 

  • Children who are West Springfield Residents currently enrolled in Grades K-12 ($120)
    • (Fee = $120 for any additional swimmer in the same household)
  • Children who are Non-Residents currently enrolled in Grades K-12 ($175)

Registration fee is refundable if swimmer decides not to participate OR if Head Coach does not approve the swimmer on or before October 19, 2023.

 

Additional Information: 

  • Competitive swimsuits are available for order during registration for an additional fee. Swimsuit sizing available for new/returning swimmers during tryouts (October 10-19).
  • Practices take place Monday - Thursday, beginning at 5:45pm - 6:45pm, 5:45pm - 7:15pm, or 6:15pm - 8:15pm depending on the swimmer's level. Head coach will place swimmer in appropriate level.
  • Swimmers attend 2-4 practices a week. 
  • Swim Meets will begin the weekend of November 4, 2023.
  • Swimmers must swim in 4 or more meets during the season to participate in League Champs.
  • Children ages 8 & under must be supervised by a parent/guardian at all times (meets & practices). Children ages 9 & 10 must be signed in and out by a parent/guardian.

Interested in volunteering? Torpedoes Swim Team is actively looking for individuals to assist the team. 

  • Needed: Deck Duty Supervisors, Swim Meet Volunteers (concessions, timers, stroke & turn officials, etc.)
  • *Each swimmer's family is expected to volunteer for 2 halves of swim meets.
  • A Mandatory Parent Meeting will take place on Monday, October 16, 2023 at 6:00pm. This meeting will be in person at Sady Pool or virtual. The link will be sent via TeamSnap.

 

Frequently Asked Questions(PDF, 431KB)

WAYS TO REGISTER:

ONLINE:

Online: 

Online registration is the fastest way to register. Registration & Payment is required by 4:00pm on Friday, October 6, 2023.

  • Click here to reach our Online Registration Site
  • Log in with your credentials. Contact the Park & Recreation Office (parkandrec@tows.org) in order to verify your username and password or to get help setting up an account.
  • Choose "Torpedoes Swim Team", click the green plus sign next to where it says "Torpedoes Swim Team (Winter Season)", add to cart, and check out. 
  • Continue to the payment screen. This will allow you to use a credit/debit card to pay for your programs. 
  • Check your email! Approximately 1 week prior to the start of the program, an email newsletter will be sent to you.

IN-PERSON:

In-Person: 

Another option for registration is bringing your paperwork and payment (cash/check ONLY) into the Town Hall. Visit the Park & Recreation Office Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:00AM - 4:00PM. A staff member will assist you. Registration & Payment is required by 4:00pm on Friday, April 14, 2023.

  • Complete a Winter 2023 Torpedoes Registration Form(PDF, 816KB)

  • Make checks payable to "Town of West Springfield" or pay in cash. (CASH/CHECK ONLY!)

  • Check your email! The Park & Recreation Office will email you your registration confirmation. Approximately 1 week prior to the start of the program, an email newsletter will be sent to you.

 

DROP BOX:

Drop Box: 

Using the White Drop Box located on the median outside of the Municipal Office Building is another option for Registration. Registration & Payment is required by 4:00pm on Friday, October 6, 2023.

  • Complete a Winter 2023 Torpedoes Registration Form(PDF, 816KB)
  • Make checks payable to "Town of West Springfield"
  • Write "Park and Recreation Department" on the front of a blank envelope
  • Place in the White Drop Box located outside of the Municipal Office Building at 26 Central St.
  • Check your email! The Park & Recreation Office will email you your registration confirmation. Approximately 1 week prior to the start of the program, an email newsletter will be sent to you.

 

MAIL-IN:

Mail-In: 

Mail-in is the final option on how to register. Registration & Payment is required by 4:00pm on Friday, October 6, 2023.

  • Complete a Winter 2023 Torpedoes Registration Form(PDF, 816KB)
  • Make checks payable to "Town of West Springfield"
  • Mail to:                                                                                                                                                                 

West Springfield Park & Recreation Department

26 Central St. - Suite 19

West Springfield, MA 01089

  •  Check your email! The Park & Recreation Office will email you your registration confirmation. Approximately 1 week prior to the start of the program, an email newsletter will be sent to you.

 

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Contact Us

Phone

(413) 263-3284

Fax

(413) 739-1549

Email

parkandrec@tows.org

Location

Sady Pool - West Springfield High School
425 Piper Rd.
West Springfield
01089
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