Edina Swim Club

Established in 1957, the Edina Swim Club was one of the first swim clubs in Minnesota. The club, also known as the Edina Gators, is a non-profit organization run by the head coach and a parent board of directors.

The Edina Swim Club is one of about 60 member clubs in Minnesota Swimming, Inc. (MSI). MSI is part of USA Swimming, a national governing body that sets rules and administers competition on regional and national levels.

The goal of the Edina Swim Club is to provide a fun, safe, disciplined learning environment for participants to achieve their goals and reach their potential in the life-long sport of swimming. The club helps swimmers of various abilities compete with excellence, both individually and as part of a team.

The Edina Swim Club has produced many individual state champions, nationally ranked swimmers, Junior National and National qualifiers and USA National Team members.

The Edina Swim Club operates year-round, with a break in late August and early September. The club offers ability-based groups for ages 6 and up. The club also offers a master's program to encourage and support swimming beyond the college-age years.

Groups practice three to eight times per week, focusing on technique, fitness, competition and fun. Practices take place at four swimming pools in the Edina area. Morning and evening sessions are available. Individual teams are coached by dedicated professionals with extensive experience, education and enthusiasm.

Non-masters swimmers must try out for spots on the team. Swimmers usually are selected from free Splash Night tryouts, conducted at various times throughout the year. The club might offer individual tryouts, especially for swimmers with previous club experience, if space is available.

For more information, call the Edina Swim Club office at 952-831-3814, write to the Edina Swim Club, 4445 W. 77th St., Suite 240, Edina, MN  55435, or visit the club's website.