Winter Swimming Opportunities for Beginners

Dear STAQ Families:

We’re excited to announce a new 2025-2026 Fall Winter: Age Group 1 - Late Winter Season registration category for beginner swimmers interested in trying competitive swimming. This special program runs for just two months, January and February 2026, making it an ideal short-term commitment for those new to the sport. A skill assessment test is required prior to joining.  Please contact Coach Furstoss at [email protected] to schedule a 10 minutes session.  To register, please visit our website at www.staquatics.org, click on the blue STAQ Registration tile, scroll down to the registration groups and click “Add to Cart” button next to the first group.

Age Group 1 practices take place three times a week—Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday—from 5:30 to 6:40 pm at Corning-Painted Post middle school pool. This schedule offers consistent training that helps swimmers build skills and confidence in a supportive environment.

Additionally, we are looking to offer private lessons, with the first two sessions on January 24 and 31, 2026. These 30-minute lessons provide personalized attention for anyone wanting to improve their technique or feel more comfortable in the water.  If you are interested in private lessons, please contact Coach Chris at [email protected]. It’s a fantastic chance to keep swimming through winter and explore swimming at a beginner-friendly pace!