FAQ - Information
How many swimmers are in the Calgary Swordfish swim club?
We had over 100 swimmers registered for the 2009 season.When is the Alberta Summer Swim Season?
The season runs from May 1st to late August finishing with Provincial Championships on the third weekend in August.How often do kids swim during the season?
The Swordfish train five time per week throughout the season. Swimmers are placed in groups based on age and skill level. Attendance for practices averages out at about 60% or close to three times a week. See the Practice Times for more details on practice expectations.At what age can kids join the club?
We will take kids who are age six as of May 1st of the current year and who have the ability to swim at least 25 meters of the pool unassisted.Do kids have to compete in swim meets?
The Swordfish swim club attends approx. 7 swim meets during the summer season ( all on weekends ). You don’t have to attend all meets but club members prefer that you participate in a minimum number of meets based on age and skill level.How much does it cost?
Fees for the 2010 summer season are ~ $300.00. The Swordfish fundraise by working Casinos.What should I expect at a swim meet?
See our Swim Meet Orientation Document for information about swim meets.Policies and Bylaws
Alberta Summer Swim Association Bylaws
Alberta Summer Swim Association Rules