STINGRAY SWIM TEAM
The Stingray program is based on developing technique and focusing on building confidence with an emphasis on the four major strokes. Weekly drills help build fast and efficient strokes for a solid foundation. We mix work, fun, racing, and goal-setting to help each Stingray achieve their potential!
Open to ages 4-17, the team is divided into three skill-based training groups. The VHC Stingrays offer coaching technique and attention to meet each individual swimmers needs.
Stingray swimmers are encouraged to participate the entire season. Team spirit and the multi-age friendships are one of the greatest benefits of team participation.
MINI RAYS - Novice
Recommended ages: 4-7
Practice: Mon-Fri 3:30 pm - 4:10 pm
Suggested attendance 2-5 times weekly
The Mini Rays are the introductory competitive group focusing on basic technique and stroke development. Child must competently be able to swim one length of pool (no stroke required).
BLUE RAYS - Intermediate
Recommended ages: 6-10
Practice: Mon-Fri 4:10 pm - 5:00 pm
Suggested attendance 3-5 times weekly
The Blue Rays are our intermediate swim group focusing on stroke refinement. Child should have an awareness of the four strokes and must be capable of completing four lengths of freestyle.
GOLDEN RAYS - Advanced
Recommended ages: 9 & up
Practice: Mon-Fri 5:00 pm - 6:15 pm
Suggested attendance 3-5 times weekly
Our most advanced group, the Golden Rays, emphasize technique and endurance, and achieve personal greatness.
Note: Age ranges are approximate. Four year olds considered on an individual basis. Parents should consult with Coach Tim. Final decisions on groupings will be made by the head coach. Goggles and team suit are required.
REGISTER BY May 4
Registration forms are available online at https://tinyurl.com/2026StingrayReg
Print and return via mail, drop-off at the Front Desk, or email to reception@valleyhuntclub.com
STINGRAY TEAM SCHEDULE
Preseason: May 4 - May 29
Competition Season: June 2 - July 18
Stingray Swim Team programs are for Member families and grandchildren only. Non-members may not be sponsored.
PRESEASON:
May 4 - May 29 $325
COMPETITION SEASON:
Mini Rays (Session 1)
June 1 - June 26 $300 *
Mini Rays (Session 2)
June 29 - July 17 $210 *
Blue & Golden Rays
June 1 - July 17 $510
Preseason is essential for all swimmers!
Preseason is when swimmers will focus on fundamentals, stroke development, and increasing endurance.
Don’t let the kids miss the opportunity to get prepped for the swim competition season with our premier coaching staff.
*Mini Rays may sign up for single sessions, but the entire competition session is encouraged.
Receive a 10%-15% discount on multiple pays during competition season! VHC Families with two swimmers receive a 10% DISCOUNT on the second swimmer. Families with three or more swimmers receive a 15% DISCOUNT on every additional swimmer after the first registered. https://tinyurl.com/StingraysMerchandise. The password is VHC (all in caps).
2026 EVENT & MEET SCHEDULE
June 6
Invitation @ Altadena Town & CC
June 13
Tri-Meet @ Gerrish
June 20
Dual Meet @ La Cañada
June 27
Dual Meet vs. Altadena
July 5 Week Off
July 11
Dual Meet vs Chevy Chase
July 18
Finals @ Rose Bowl Aquatics Center
July 19 at 5:00 pm Season Finale Banquet
2026
STINGRAY
FAQs FOR NEW & RETURNING FAMILIES
SWIM PRACTICE FAQS
The Stingray season is broken up into two parts: preseason and competitive season. Swim practice takes place five days a week.
Swim Suits
A good swim suit should be worn for practice; no bikinis or shorts. The Stingray team suit is worn during our swim meets. Goggles and VHC swim caps are suggested during meets. Suits and other swim gear can be purchased through the Competitive Aquatic Supply website!
STINGRAY CHEER
Leader: Hey, Stingrays!
Swimmers: Yeah!
Leader: Let me hear you get down!
Swimmers: No way!
Leader: Hey, Stingrays!
Swimmers: Yeah!
Leader: Let me hear you get down!
Swimmers: OK!
SWIM MEET FAQS
Swim meets take place on Saturdays from approximately 8:00 am to 2:00 pm and are open to all active team members.
What time should I arrive at the meet?
• GOLDEN RAYS 6:50 am
• BLUE RAYS 7:10 am
• MINI RAYS 7:20 am
It is very important to check in with Coach Tim, since he has to eliminate absent swimmers and enter substitute swimmers. If there is a sudden emergency that prohibits you from attending, PLEASE LET TIM KNOW! tkyle@valleyhuntclub.com or (909)556-0638.
VHC Team Area
Our swimmers will be assigned to an area at the meet so that they can easily be located and taken to their events on time. It is important that all swimmers remain in this location so that the coaches can get them to the ready bench on time.
Events
Swimmers are called for their event at least two events prior to the one that they are swimming. At this time, swimmers should be at the Ready Bench and there will be an indication that the swimmers can step up on the blocks. Any swimmer not on the block when the starter blows the whistle will have 30 seconds to be on the block or they will receive a false start. Leaving the block before the official start will also result in a false start. Two false starts in any heat to one swimmer will equal a disqualification (DQ).
What events will my child be swimming in?
Coach Tim will determine who swims in what events according to their individual goals and abilities. He will evaluate strokes, endurance, and experience of all the swimmers. He will then place them in the events in which they can excel and do their best. Seeding a meet consists of placing the swimmers in events that will benefit themselves and the team. It is very important that you notify the Coach Tim if your plans have changed and if your child will not be at the meet.
What are the events?
There are five individual events consisting of: Freestyle, Backstroke, Breaststroke, Butterfly, and the Individual Medley (IM: one length of each of the four strokes). There are two relay events: Freestyle and Medley. In the Medley event, four teammates each swim a different stroke.
The 6 and under age group relays are co-ed.
Order of Events at all Stingray Swim Meets is as follows:
1. Individual Medley
2. Medley Relay
3. Medley Relay
100 yds 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-18
100 yds 6-under, 7-8, 9-10
200 yds 11-12, 13-14, 15-18
4. Freestyle 25 yds 6-under, 7-8, 9-10
5. Freestyle 50 yds 11-12, 13-14, 15-18
6. Backstroke 25 yds 6-under, 7-8, 9-10
7. Backstroke 50 yds 11-12, 13-14, 15-18
8. Breaststroke 25 yds 6-under, 7-8, 9-10
9. Breaststroke 50 yds 11-12, 13-14, 15-18
10. Freestyle 50 yds 7-8, 9-10
11. Freestyle 100 yds 11-12, 13-14, 15-18
12. Butterfly 25 yds 6-under, 7-8, 9-10
13. Butterfly 50 yds 11-12, 13-14, 15-18
14. Free Relay 100 yds 6-under, 7-8, 9-10
15. Free Relay 200 yds 11-12, 13-14, 15-18
About 3-4 events prior to every swimmer’s event, they will be escorted to the “Ready Bench” by a member of the coaching staff. This is done to ensure that every swimmer makes it to their race on time and does not miss his/her opportunity to compete. Therefore, swimmers need to stay in the VHC assigned area. This saves time in getting the swimmers to their events and helps to make the meet run smoothly, especially with getting relay teams together.
Disqualification (DQ)
One judge from the Crest League will walk the side of the pool watching the swimmers’ strokes, turns and finishes. Illegal strokes, turns or finishes may be an advantage to the swimmer and therefore the judge will disqualify the swimmer for that event.
Parent participation is vital to a successful swim season. Each family is required to sign up to perform time keeping at meets. You will receive an email with a link to the Google Drive Sign-Up File at the beginning of the season. You’re responsible for bringing a snack for your swimmer to each meet! Snacks are available for purchase but sell out quickly so come prepared with your own provisions.
Crest League Championships
Championships is the final meet of the season, held Saturday, July 18 at Rose Bowl Aquatics Center. All six teams in the league compete against one another. This meet is open to all swimmers who meet the minimum eligibility requirements of having swum in a minimum of two meets. Trophies are awarded for 1st through 3rd places and ribbons are given for 4th through 20th place.
What are the rules at the meet?
• Check in with Coach Tim!
• Only swimmers who are participating in an event are allowed in the ready area behind the starting blocks.
• After an event, swimmers need to return to the VHC team area.
• Cell phone use can be very distracting to our swimmers. We ask that you please walk away from the immediate pool area to use your phone.
• All timers must keep their cell phones turned off!
• When the meet is over, please pick up any garbage and clean your area. Please leave your space cleaner than it was when you arrived!
If you have any other questions please
SLIDESHOW PHOTOS
ATTENTION STINGRAY FAMILIES! Parents are responsible for submitting photos of their swimmers for the end of the Season Stingray slide show no later than noon Wednesday, July 15. The slide show will play during the Season Finale Banquet and will be featured on the Club's website.
Please submit any photos to the Stingray Google Drive https://tinyurl.com/2026Stingrays or send photos directly to our Communications Director, Victoria Shea communications@valleyhuntclub.com
STINGRAYS MERCHANDISE
This year, the VHC Stingrays Merchandise is exclusively available through the Competitive Aquatic Supply website. To access the VHC Store, please visit https://tinyurl.com/StingraysMerchandise. The password is VHC (all in caps).
Please Note: Please place your orders no later than May 4 for Pre-Season and Competition Season. Most orders are shipped within 2 weeks from Huntington Beach, CA via FedEx Ground, 2nd Day, and/or Overnight. No shipments are made to PO Box addresses.
TEAM SWIM SUITS
Blue Girls $62.95 Blue Boys $47.95
**See the Size Chart on the product page for body measurements
Girls Sizes 22 - 40 **
Boys Sizes 22 - 38 **
TEAM T-SHIRTS $13.95 - $15.95
**See the Size Chart on the product page for body measurements
Youth Crewneck S (6-8), M (10-12), L (14-16), XL (18-20) **
Adult Crewneck S, M, L, XL, 2X **
TEAM SWEATSHIRTS $28.95 - $32.95
Available in Blue or White
**See the Size Chart on the product page for body measurements
Youth S (10-12), M (14-16), L (18-20), XL (22-24) **
Adult S, M, L, XL, 2X **
GOGGLES
Jr. Vanquisher 2.0 6 colors available $24.95
Vanquisher Mirror 2.0 8 colors available $28.95 Vanquisher 2.0 5 colors available $24.95 Vanquisher Mirror 2.0 2 colors available $26.95
TEAM SPIRIT ACCESSORIES
FLANNEL PANTS Blue & Silver $28.95
**See the Size Chart on the product page for body measurements XXS, XS, S, M, L, XL, 2X ** VISOR Blue $10.95
SWIM LESSONS
LEARN TO SWIM – “TADPOLES”
Tuesday & Thursday 2:30 pm – 3:00 pm
Session 1 June 2 - June 25
Session 2 June 29 - July 22 no class July 4
Guests Welcome - Bring a Friend.
Designed specifically for ages 2.5 - 5, the Tadpoles introduces your child to the concept of swimming with a team. This group meets twice a week to develop swimming ability and encourage children to enjoy the water. Tadpoles are eligible to swim with a coach at Stingray Home Meets. No swimming experience required. Sponsoring members must be present.
Pricing
Member $215 per session
Guest $245 per session
Registration forms are available online at https://tinyurl.com/2026Tadpoles
Print and return via mail, drop-off at the Front Desk, or email to reception@valleyhuntclub.
PRIVATE LESSONS
One-on-one lessons by Coach Tim and his staff
Lessons are available for Parents and Children (2.5 years+), Toddler, Youth, and Adult. Focus can be beginner through advanced. Stroke specific and competitive technical lessons are also available.
Member Pricing
$75 per half-hour with Coach Tim
$60 per half-hour with Assistant Coaches
Guest Pricing
$80 per half-hour with Coach Tim
$70 per half-hour with Assistant Coaches
PLEASE NOTE: A 48-hour notice of cancellation is required for all lessons. A 50% late cancellation fee will be charged for all lessons canceled without 48-hour notice, and no-shows will be charged full price.
2026 Kids Summer CAMP
Please see the Summer Camp brochure available at the Tennis Pavilion, Sports Center, or Front Desk or online or contact Catering Director Sierra Fisher.
https://tinyurl.com/VHCSummerCamp summercamp@valleyhuntclub.com
NON-MEMBER PARTICIPATION
To sponsor a guest for private lessons or the Learn to Swim program please contact Membership Secretary Janet Lie. A guest card is required.
jlie@valleyhuntclub.com or (626) 744-1640
YEAR ROUND SWIM
INTEGRATED SWIM EVENING WORKOUT
Join Coach Tim for a customized swim workout. Novices through advanced swimmers and children age 7+ that are able to swim laps are welcome too.
Monday & Wednesday
6:15 pm – 7:15 pm
$20 per class for first family member
$15 per class for each additional family member
AFTER SCHOOL SWIM SESSIONS
These sessions are for intermediate swimmers ages 5+ and will focus on stroke refinement. Swimmers should have an awareness of the four strokes and must be capable of completing four lengths of freestyle.
Monday & Wednesday
*** pricing based on 4 week sessions
Ages 5 - 8 4:15 pm – 5:00 pm
Ages 8-14 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Once Weekly
Twice Weekly
$125 *** per swimmer
Guests $150 ***
$200 *** per swimmer
Guests $250 ***
After School Swim Sessions will resume in August
