Swimmers Corner

What is synchronized swimming?

Synchronized swimming (also called artistic swimming) consists of both routines and figures. Routines are what is commonly associated with synchro - where swimmers coordinate arm and leg movements to the music. There are solos (1 swimmer), duets (2 swimmers), trios (3 swimmers), and teams (4-8 swimmers). New swimmers will typically be placed into one routine for their first year and are not required to participate in tryouts their first year. 

Figures are technical elements that are performed with control and precise timing. It is like performing one dance move. Routine scores and figures scores both contribute equally to the overall score. Routines are when we get to "gel" our hair and put on the fancy suits. At practice, we spend time working on both figures and routines!

In high school synchronized swimming, there are 3 divisions - short, long, and extended. Swimmers will start out in the short division and have the chance to advance to the long and extended divisions by placing in the top 7 at the state meet. 

Beyond competing, synchronized swimming is a great way to make lifelong friends and have a lot of fun. Swimmers train and laugh together, support each other through challenges, and celebrate improvements all season long. It's also a fantastic way to stay active and improve flexibility, all while enjoying time in the water!