Hey there, Dolphin Families!

The moment we’ve all been waiting for is finally here - registration for the 2026 Ridgeside Dolphins season is officially OPEN!
Head over to https://ridgeside.swimtopia.com and hit that “Register Now” button at the top left of the homepage. (If you're on a phone, scroll down just a little - it’s there, promise!)

I am beyond excited for another fantastic season as your head coach! I am ready to work hard, learn a lot, win some meets, and have FUN!

If you own, work for, or know of a company, business, school, or organization that might like to support the Ridgeside Dolphins, we would be so grateful for your help. Sponsorships have a big impact and help cover the costs of hosting meets and purchasing and maintaining the equipment our swimmers use all season long. Please fill out the attached sponsorship form and return it to our treasurer, Catherine Hamilton, at [email protected] by April 30, 2026.

This year we will be using GroupMe for our quick communications. After you register head back to our home page and scroll to the section titled “Get Team Reminders!” to join or click HERE and follow the instructions. A mobile app is available for both Android and iPhone.

What’s Coming Up:

• All our meets are now live on the calendar - go ahead and start planning!
• Come hang with us on May 9 from 10:00-11:30am at the pool for a Meet & Greet with the coaches! Say hi, grab a sweet treat, and get ready for the season ahead. While we won’t be swimming, this is a great chance to bring us any questions you may have about the swim team!
• Our annual Blue vs White meet is scheduled for Thursday May 28. This is a great opportunity for parents to learn how to do each of our volunteer jobs, for new swimmers to experience a meet, and for all Dolphins to show their team spirit!
• The Pancake Practice returns on Saturday, June 27 – All are welcome for a fun morning of games and breakfast-y goodness during our regular practice time! More details to come.
• We are adding a Relay Races Meet to our schedule on Monday June 29! All relays ALL NIGHT! Bring your families and cheer on your teammates as we host a short meet of relays to help wrap up our season.
• City Meet will be July 10-11 this year. For those attending, we will host a Time Trial Meet on Thursday June 25. This will be your opportunity to get in any final times before city meet entries are due!

Practice Schedule:

First Week (Pre-season assessments):

• Mon, May 18 - Thurs, May 21 | 6:00-7:30 PM
• Swim tests, time trials, stroke drills & team pictures (your swimmer may not swim the full time each day)
• No practice on Sat, May 23 or Mon, May 25 for Memorial Day weekend
• Regular schedule starts Tues, May 26

Regular Morning Practices: please note that this is different than previous seasons to help ensure that all swimmers receive the attention they need from the coaches.

Mon, Wed, Thurs, Sat
→ 6 & under + beginners: 8:00-8:30am
→ 7 & 8 swimmers: 9:00-9:30am
→ 9 & 10 swimmers: 8:30-9:30am
→ 11 & older swimmers: 8:00-9:00am

Regular Evening Practices:

Tues & Wed
→ 8 & under + beginners: 6:00-6:30pm
→ 9 & older swimmers: 6:30-7:30pm

Questions? Ideas? Just want to say hi?
Shoot me an email at [email protected] - I’m always happy to help!

Let’s make this our best season yet! I can’t wait to see you all at the pool - cheering, swimming, and having a blast.

Go Dolphins!

Coach Janelle