FIGURES & ROUTINES
Figures, individual choreographed moves with no music, and Routines, choreographed solo and team performances set to music, are the two elements that are scored in a MN high school synchronized swimming competition. Figures are done and scored individually but then combined with the routine scores. There are four (4) figures that are used for MN High School meets. The specific figures will change periodically. Routines are designed by the coaches and swimmers and are new every year. Routine categories are solo, duet, trio, and team. Routine levels are defined as short, long, and extended. Beginners start out at the "short" level and progress or remain next year depending on how they place at the end of season meets.
2026 Season Figures: Barracuda, Kip, Walkover - front, Water Drop
SYNCHRO EXPLAINED
Intro to synchro - created by Wayzata HS swimming team. A pdf briefly describing the sport at the high school level in Minnesota.
What is Synchronized Swimming: A quick, broad description of the sport including training, history, judging, and some FAQs.
MSHSL Synchronized Swimming page: Official Minnesota State High School League page for Synchronized Swimming. Detailed and administrative.
MSHSL calendar of meets - via the MN Synchro Swim Officials website: In addition to the calendar, this website, for synchro officials, has detailed rules info and more.
USA Artistic Swimming: The national governing body of Artistic Swimming (the new official name of Synchronized Swimming).
CUSTOM SUITS & HEADPIECES
Colorful custom made swim suits and headpieces are often designed to match a theme that is usually associated with the music. Suits and headpieces for a routine can be designed and made new during the season or previous suits can be reused.
HAIR GELLING
How to Gel Your Hair for Synchronized Swimming Meet: This is a great, straightforward resource! There are videos.
MNS gelling guide: Minnesota Synchronettes, a local synchronized swimming club, provides gelling instructions on their website.
Hopkins High School Synchronized Swimming Team Store @ Swim Outlet. An online swimming supply store where the team gets a percentage of the sales.