Spring Registration
Welcome to the CC River Rats / CPP River Hawks Electronic Registration platform! The process is simple for both new and returning members. You'll get access to your own private account that will enable you to easily declare for events, sign-up for jobs, see your children's progress, maintain your own contact information, and more.
We look forward to having you join the CC River Rats / CPP River Hawks and are excited for another great season!
TEAM TRYOUTS - will be by appointment this spring.
New Swimmers: Registration requires completion of an in-water readiness/placement test with coaching staff. New swimmers should have completed a learn-to-swim program through the highest level (Red Cross, YMCA), or competitive swim experience either through a USA club or school district program.
Returning River Rats / RiverHawk Swimmers- Registration should be based on most recent level swam or as previously advised by coach determination following most recent season.
Swim test criteria for swim team beginners:
- 1 lap of freestyle (50yds) without stopping
- 1 length of backstroke (25yds) without stopping
- Ability to follow instruction and demonstrate attentiveness
- Demonstrate rudimentary mechanics of breaststroke and potentially butterfly stroke
- Comfort with swimming/putting head in water
- Tread water for minimum 60 sec
- Able to dive from side of pool a plus
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
On-line registration at www.cppriverhawks.com as follows:
- Opens Thursday, April 11, 2024 for returning swimmers; Monday, April 15,2024 for new swimmers
- In-water swim placement tests will be administered on the first day of practice
- New swimmer registration confirmation is subject to the in-water swim test result and placement, and based on available slots in each group level
- Registration of new swimmers will not be approved without completion of an in-water swim placement test with coaching staff
- Coaching staff will determine readiness for all swimmers. If staff deem swimmer is premature for level as registered, the registration will be revised accordingly
- Mid-season level changes will be prorated and fee level will be applied based on number of weeks remaining in season
- Swimmers may not participate until registration is paid in full, or other payment schedule has been approved
- All swimmers are required to have paid the current year USA Swimming Membership prior to starting practice
SEASON DATES
Dates: April 29 to June14, 2024 (7 weeks)
Location: CPP Middle School --- Based on registration numbers and coach and LIFEGUARD staff available a second location in Horseheads MAY be added.
Swimmers should arrive suited up and ready to swim.
- Novice: Monday through Thursday 6:35-7:25 PM
- Intermediate Monday through Thursday 7:15-8:30 PM
- Senior: Monday through Friday 6:35-8:35 PM
Spring Group Levels:
- Novice: Completed a learn-to-swim program through highest level; Less than 1 year in competitive swimming program.
- Intermediate/Senior: All returning intermediate and senior level swimmers, Novice moved up by coach’s decision, please contact us if you have any questions on group levels.
PRICING:
Registration Fees: Novice/Group 1 $210 Intermediate/Group 2 $325 Senior/Group 3 $475
Annual USA Swimming Membership is Required for All Swimmers:
USA Swimming Membership (renewed annually in the fall) is required for all swimmers participating on a USA swim club and/or at USA Swimming sanctioned swim meets. The 2023-24 season fee is $91 per swimmer in addition to registration fees outlined above IF the swimmer was not previously registered for the fall season. USA Membership registration is facilitated through USA Swimming. The fee also provides limited liability and supplemental insurance.
Limited financial assistance is available based on qualification. Please contact us to discuss confidentially.
Parents please make sure you are there before your swimmer is done for the evening so that our coaches can leave on time. Seating is available on the bleachers to stay during the practice to watch what your swimmer is working on during practice. This is a good way to reinforce what the coaches are asking the swimmers to do.
We are always encouraging parents to get more involved. Being an official is a great way to do that. This also allows you to be on deck during the swim meets!
Payment plans can be considered based on agreed upon terms. Please contact team administrator or treasurer to discuss options.
There are meets planned for this spring season. Attendance at practice is not mandatory, but highly encouraged! It is great to see the swimmers at the meets.
