New member information
Every new swimmer starts with an evaluation so a coach can place them in the right group. Then registration, USA Swimming, gear and parking, in that order.
The evaluation
Evaluations are required so swimmers are placed in the correct group for their skill level. Email Coach Kevin with your child’s name, age, and current swim experience, new to swimming or currently a year-round swimmer.
If a swimmer is not quite ready for the competitive team, the Rise-Up Prep Team prepares them for it. The evaluation determines whether Prep Team is the right starting point.
USA Swimming registration & transfers
All families must register with USA Swimming for insurance during practice and to attend meets. Choose the premium membership, this is separate from team registration. Transferring from another team? Finalise the transfer by logging into your current USA Swimming account, or you stay attached to your old club. Athletes 16 and 17 may create their own account ahead of the APT requirement; all athletes 18 and over must have their own.
Open USA Swimming registration →US Masters Swimming
All Masters swimmers must register with US Masters Swimming for insurance purposes, whether or not you plan to compete in meets. You will not be able to practice with the Masters group until this registration is complete.
Register with USMS →Parent Code of Conduct
Every family signs and returns the Parent Code of Conduct before the first practice. It sets what we expect of parents on deck, in the stands and at away meets, the other half of the trust pillar.
Read and sign →Required gear, by group
Extra caps, paddles and parachutes are stocked at SwimRise Shop. Create an account there to access the team store.
Every group
Sunshine adds
Age Group, Senior and Senior Elite add
Team suits, caps, backpacks and parkas, plus optional spiritwear, are at the SwimRise Shop.
Visit SwimRise ShopParking & drop-off at UNF
Park in Lot 18 or Garage 38, with a permit or by paying $2 per day at the kiosks. Lot 34 is the only permitted drop-off location, drop-off is not allowed on the UNF Drive main road. Allow enough time to park and walk to the pool.
Buying a permit
UNF Parking Services (Building 52) is open Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. Tell the associate you are with the SwimRise Aquatics group and bring an ID plus your licence plate number and issuing state, vehicle make and model, and colour.
Annual permits run with the academic year, August to August, are not pro-rated and are non-refundable. Payment by card, cheque or money order. Questions: UNF Parking on (904) 620-2815 or parking@unf.edu.
What you are committing to
Dues by group are on the training groups page. These are the rules that apply to every account.
Annual registration
Charged at the time of registration, and annually on September 1.
Monthly dues
Charged to your account on the 1st of every month. A $25 late fee applies to any balance unpaid by the 6th.
Freezing an account
Accounts may be frozen and reactivated later. A $40 reactivation fee applies after three months or longer.
Cancelling
Written notice is required within 30 days to cancel a membership.
Who to ask
Join the SwimRise GroupMe
Direct communication with all parents, plus updates on meets, volunteer opportunities and everything that moves faster than a website.
Questions families ask first
Does my swimmer need to know all four strokes?
No. Only Prep Team requires nothing at all, and the Age Group entry point asks for a legal 25 free and back. We will tell you honestly where they are.
Can we join mid-season?
Yes. Groups take swimmers year round as space allows, and dues are prorated from your start date.
What if we can only make some practices?
Attendance expectations rise with the group, but partial schedules work in the developmental groups. Talk to the coach before you register.
Where does parking and drop-off happen?
Park in Lot 18 or Garage 38. Lot 34 is the only permitted drop-off location, and drop-off is not allowed on the UNF Drive main road.
Do you offer financial assistance?
Yes, through the WeRise Foundation. Ask any coach or email us, requests are handled privately.
What about adults?
Masters has no tryout. Come to a session, swim at your pace, and register with US Masters Swimming when you decide to stay.