Practice ATTIRE & Equipment
Once your child is signed up and ready to go, he or she will need some equipment to make the most of practices. While we do not sell any equipment, there are plenty of affordable vendors available online. We have suggested some we know provide quality products below.
SWIMSUIT
Swimmers are asked to wear a one-piece swim suit, which as few bows, rhinestones, or external decorations as possible. SwimOutlet.com has a variety of low-cost practice suits that come in fun designs and or colors. All American Swim has our team suit and they are here in town - ask for Bart - 407-644-1333.
GOGGLES
Once again, our gear page has affordable goggles - we do suggest tinted goggles since we are outside in the sun.
Cap
We strongly encourage all swimmers to start wearing a Blue Dolfins swim cap from their first swim lessons onward. For our learn-to-swim group, we recommend a Hammer Head Swim Cap - these provide waterproof padding within the cap itself to protect the head against any types of bangs and hits (other swimmers’ arms, legs, the wall).
After a swimmer is more comfortable in the water, they may start using any Blue Dolfins swim cap from one of your coaches. Latex are free and silicone are $10.
Kickboard, Fins, and paddles
All swimmers must have a kickboard and fins. Once they advance to the Fins group, they will also need paddles for their hands. Once again, these are found affordable through our gear page. If you have questions about styles, sizing, or brands, please consult your child’s coach. You might also want a waterproof bag to carry the equipment in.
T-SHIRT, shoes, and TOWEL
Always come to practice with clothes ready to do “dryland” exercises. Bring running shoes, socks, shorts, and t-shirt in addition to a towel.