2026 Season
Hi Stingray Families! 🐠☀️
It’s officially swim team season—and we can’t wait to welcome everyone back to the pool for another amazing summer!
We’re looking forward to a season full of fun, friendships, and all those unforgettable moments that make Stingray summers so special. From exciting meets to energetic practices, it’s almost time to dive back in together!
Registration opens April 1st, so be sure to mark your calendars! To guarantee your swimmer receives a team t-shirt, please sign up by May 17th.
Our first day of practice kicks off May 26, with the following schedule:
- Group 1 (Beginners): 8:30–9:00 AM
- Group 2 (Intermediate): 9:00–9:45 AM
- Group 3 (Intermediate/Advanced): 9:45–11:00 AM
Swimmers will receive their group assignments prior to the first day of practice.
New to the team? We’re excited to have you! Join us for a New Family Meeting on Sunday, May 17 at 3:00 PM—a great chance to meet the coaches, ask questions, and get ready for the season ahead.
Get ready for a summer of speed, smiles, and Stingray spirit—we’ll see you at the pool! 🏊♀️💙
Who is eligible to participate on the Stingrays Swim Team?
- Any resident between the age of 5-18 living in the Bent Tree Bluffs neighboorhood or the grandchildren of Bent Tree Bluffs residents,
- Any resident between the age of 5-18 that lives within the boundaries of Cedar Creek Elementary and does NOT live within The Five Neighborhoods of Winterset is eligible.
- Any resident between the age of 5-18 that lives with the boundaries of Hazelgrove elementary and does NOT live in Lakewood
Our team and Our league
Bent Tree Bluffs Stingrays Mission Statement:
The Bent Tree Bluffs Stingrays are dedicated to organizing a summer recreational swim program that provides a fun, welcoming, and inclusive environment for swimmers of all skill levels. As a recreational swim league, our focus is on participation, enjoyment, and personal growth, while introducing athletes to the foundations of competitive swimming in a supportive setting.
Our team strives to support the personal development of each swimmer by encouraging discipline, commitment, confidence, and a love for the sport both in and out of the water. We emphasize learning and improvement over competition results, helping swimmers build skills at their own pace while enjoying the experience of being part of a team.
Through structured practices and friendly, recreational swim meets, the our team provides meaningful opportunities for participation, achievement, and recognition. These events are designed to be positive, encouraging, and age-appropriate, allowing swimmers to experience competition in a healthy and enjoyable way.
Above all, the Bent Tree Bluff Stingrays are committed to cultivating a strong spirit of teamwork, sportsmanship, and community, where swimmers, families, and coaches come together to create a fun, supportive, and memorable summer experience for all.
Along with the eight other teams of the Suburban Swim League, we aim to provide a safe, fun and fair environment in which our children develop swimming skills and an appreciation for the sport.
