The Stingray Pups Program is the perfect place for future athletes who are interested in joining the Stingrays but need some extra practice to make it happen! Pups practices bridge the gap between group swim lessons and the swim-team environment. Prospective Pups swimmers must attend a team tryout prior to beginning their first session.

In the Stingray Pups Program, future athletes will be working with a coach or instructor in the water to hone skills that will be essential to success in a competitive swim program. Participants will attend classes three times each week, which acquaints them with the expectations in the Swim Team program. Additionally, athletes will get to work with some of the Stingray coaches, developing relationships that will extend into their time on the Team. At the conclusion of each session, the last class will include a tryout for the Team. Responsible adults and future athletes will be given a report card that summarizes the participant's progress toward swim-team readiness.

Classes occur TWTh, 4:30-5pm. Attendance at all three days each week is expected. June and July offer a separate morning session (9:45-10:15am). Athletes may register for the morning, afternoon, or both. 

Each session runs for four weeks. For 2026, the Team is currently offering sessions from March through October. Additional months may be added. The end-goal of each session is swim team readiness, although some athletes may need additional sessions before being ready for the Team. 

Pups is an entirely developmental, non-competitive program, offered by the J with support from the Stingrays. USA Swimming and Commit registration are not required.* Gear used during the program will be provided by the Swim Team. 

*If ready, Pups Program participants are welcome to enter, attend, and participate in swim meets with the Stingrays Swim Team. USA Swimming and Commit registration is required. We also encourage those Pups participants to attend summer home events, including mock swim meets, at the J! 

 Program Fees

●    Tucson J Members: $100/month

●    Guests: $120/month