ORCA Swim Team
The ORCA Swim Team is an LGBTQ+ Allies masters swim team and social club whose mission is to promote the sport of swimming and to educate the public about the value of sports in community-building.
The Orca Swim Team promotes competitive and fitness swimming for the LGBTQ+Allies community in a team-oriented, coach-led, and social setting. If you are looking to make friends, get in a great workout, or compete against great swimmers from throughout the region, the nation or the world, or all of the above, Orcas is the team for you! All ages welcome. Some swimming ability preferred.
Practice Information
We have weekday and weekend practices in the Seattle area. Learn more about us and our current schedule at our website, orcaswimteam.org. Swim with us by filling out the New Swimmer form, and wait for a confirmation email. Please note that we do not currently offer swim lessons for folks learning to swim for the first time. You will need to have the ability to swim about 200 yards uninterrupted, a basic knowledge of swim etiquette, a positive attitude, and a willingness to learn.
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Club Designations
Contact ORCA Swim Team
Club Contact
Seattle Orca
board@orcaswimteam.org
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