AQUATICS

Tuckahoe Swim & Dive Teams

Tuckahoe Recreation Club proudly offers competitive swim and dive teams for members aged 18 and under. As part of the Northern Virginia Swim League (NVSL), our summer programs provide an ideal introduction to competitive swimming and diving, backed by high-quality instruction from our professional coaching staff. Whether your child is new to competition or looking to refine their skills, our teams provide a fun, supportive environment to improve and excel.

For details on registration, season schedules, practice times, and more, explore our Swim and Dive team websites below. Dive into a summer of growth, sportsmanship, and exciting competition with Tuckahoe!

Summer Swim & Dive Teams

Tuckahoe Swim Team

 

Be Part of the Tuckahoe Swim Team Family!

Joining the Tuckahoe Swim Team is about much more than competition—it’s about community, growth, and lifelong memories. Here’s what being part of our team means:

  • Building a Love for Swimming – Develop your skills and passion for the sport with expert coaching and support.
  • Forging Lasting Friendships – Make connections with teammates across ages, creating friendships that last a lifetime.
  • Receiving High-Quality Instruction – Enhance your swimming abilities and build strength with top-notch coaching focused on every athlete’s potential.
  • Competing in the NVSL – Take part in the country’s largest summer swim league, racing alongside thousands of swimmers your age.
  • Learning Teamwork & Belonging – Join a team of all ages, from ~5 to 18, and experience the power of working together as part of something bigger.
  • Enjoying Unforgettable Events – From Friday night potlucks and “Tuckahoe Late Night” talent shows to the Tuckahoe Ball, Fun Fridays, Pancake Breakfasts, and summer movie nights, our team events make every season special.

Most importantly, being a Tuckahoe swimmer means having fun and creating memories that will stay with you forever. Jump into a summer filled with cheers, team spirit, and unforgettable experiences!

New to the team? Start with Little Tigers. Our Little Tigers Swim Program is the developmental pathway for our youngest swimmers — structured daily practices and an introduction to team events, building confidence and skills toward full swim team participation. This is for intermediate level swimmers working toward full freestyle and backstroke proficiency.

Tuckahoe Dive Team

Join the Tuckahoe Dive Team!

Tuckahoe offers exceptional dive instruction and competitive opportunities for youth members ages 7–18, with potential for younger participants ages 5–6 based on readiness. Our Dive Team competes in the Northern Virginia Swim League (NVSL) during the summer and offers a Winter Dive Program, providing athletes with a year-round path to improve skills and build strength.

New to the board? If your child is ages 5–7 and wants to go off the 1m board but never has, please register for Flying Tiger Cubs. Your child must demonstrate: 
  • Ability to swim independently and comfortably in the deep end
  • Desire to go off the diving board
  • Ability to follow 30 minutes of instruction in a small group setting safely

Dive into a season of growth and fun with Tuckahoe, where young athletes receive high-quality coaching in a supportive and exciting environment!

Winter Swim – Powered by Hydra Aquatics

Tuckahoe’s winter swim program is run by Hydra Aquatics, a USA Swimming club founded and led by Tuckahoe’s Aquatics Director and Head Swim Coach, Torey Ortmayer. Hydra trains at Tuckahoe year-round with groups for every level — from swimmers learning to be comfortable in the water through athletes training for high school and college competition. The season begins the week after Labor Day and runs through the spring.
 
Space is limited, and spots are competitive.
 
Hydra caps every training group to protect lane space and coaching quality. Demand has consistently exceeded capacity, and most groups fill during the pre-registration window (April opening).
 
How to secure a spot for next season
Contact Hydra in April. Registration opens in May, and April is when placement conversations happen. Families who reach out in April get a group placement recommendation for their swimmer, know exactly what to register for, and are notified the moment registration opens. Families who wait until May or later are frequently placed on a waitlist.
Start the conversation at www.swimhydra.com.

Tuckahoe Winter Dive Program

Tuckahoe offers year-round instruction for members who are either already on the dive team or are working towards joining next summer! Spaces in the winter dive program will be made available to non-Tuckahoe members after the priority registration period for Tuckahoe members.

Please review our Winter Dive Progression to register for the 2026-2027 Tuckahoe Winter Dive Program.

Please note that no refunds will be issued after the first week of practice. If we must cancel practice due to the club being closed, we will provide pro-rata refunds at the end of the session.

If a group is fully registered, please email aquatics@tuckahoe.net to be added to the waitlist.

Winter Dive Progression + Notes

Session I: September 14 – December 16, 2026

  • No Practice Monday 10/12 (Columbus Day)
  • No Practice Wednesday 11/25 (Thanksgiving Week)
  • Registration for Members opens: 8/27/2026
  • Waitlist & Nonmember Registration opens: 9/2/2026

When completing registration make sure you are creating the account in your child’s name/registering your child and not yourself for accurate roster information/approval. Incorrect info could lead to delays in approving your athlete and losing a spot in the appropriate group if it fills.

Register for Winter Dive Here

Level I

Beginner (Ages 7+)
Practice Days & Time:
  • Monday 6pm – 6:45pm
  • Wednesday 6pm – 6:45pm
Member 1 Day: $240
Member 2 Days: $480
Nonmember 1 Day: $270
Nonmember 2 Days: $540
 
Maximum 8 participants per practice.
Minimum 3 participants required to run.

Level II

Intermediate
Practice Days & Time:
  • Monday 7pm – 8 pm
  • Wednesday 7pm – 8pm
Member 1 Day: $305
Member 2 Days: $610
Nonmember 1 Day: $345
Nonmember 2 Days: $690
 
Maximum 8 participants per practice.
Minimum 3 participants required to run.

Level III

Advanced
Practice Days & Time:
  • Monday 6pm – 7:30pm
  • Wednesday 6pm – 7:30pm
Member 1 Day: $415
Member 2 Days: $830
Nonmember 1 Day: $465
Nonmember 2 Days: $930
 
Maximum 8 participants per practice.
Minimum 3 participants required to run.