Team Information

The Kanawha swim team is a group of over 250 swimmers from ages 6-18 who practice and compete as a team in the James River Aquatic Club (JRAC). Our coaches teach competitive stroke technique, turning and diving while also nurturing a love and enthusiasm for the sport of swimming.

As a member of the Kanawha swim team, swimmers are sure to learn lifelong swim/fitness skills, share in an enthusiastic, high-energy team, and make strong friendships for years to come.

Do You Have a New Swimmer?
Swimmers of all levels are welcome. To be on the swim team, children should be able to swim the length of the pool unassisted in both freestyle and backstroke. If they are unable to swim these strokes unassisted, they should continue in swim lessons or join our pre-team program.

Children new to KRA (who have not already been on another swim team) must be assessed by our head coach or a senior assistant coach to determine if they are ready to be in a large practice environment. We have scheduled an assessment day in a heated pool to make it easier on your child. If your child is unable to attend the assessment day, a time can be scheduled during the first week of practice. Our assessment in the heated pool is preferred because there is less distraction for your child and the water is much more comfortable than our outdoor pool in May!

Competitive Swim Lessons
Our swim team coaching staff is available for lessons in competitive swim technique. For individualized instruction in proper stroke technique, starts, and turns, contact one of our swim coaches to arrange for a private lesson. Lesson rates are $30 for 30-minute private lesson/$36 for 30-minute semi-private lesson, payable by check to KRA.

Questions?
Contact your swim reps:

Katie Harlow/kharlow@krafun.org
Kaarina Jobe/kjobe@krafun.org