Join the Tridents
New swimmers join Southern Maryland Aquatics through a team tryout and a coach's approval. Returning swimmers register first, then new athletes who have been cleared by a coach.
The 2026–2027 season
Registration for the 2026-2027 season opens to returning swimmers on Wednesday, July 8th. All new prospective athletes must attend team tryouts on Wednesday, July 22nd and be cleared by a coach before they can register.
Team tryouts: July 22, 2026, 6:00 pm at Lackey Pool.
How joining works
Come to a tryout
Bring a suit, cap, goggles and a towel. The tryout takes 10 to 15 minutes.
Get cleared by a coach
A coach places your swimmer in the right training group. Approval is at the coach's discretion.
Register
Once cleared, register for your group below and we'll see you at practice.
Tryout requirements
What we look for | Details |
|---|---|
Bring | Suit, cap, goggles and towel |
Length | A 10 to 15 minute tryout showcasing your swimmer's ability |
Swim | Two pool lengths freestyle, two pool lengths backstroke, a dive, and a one-minute tread |
Endurance | Enough to complete a one-hour practice |
Approval | At the coach's discretion |
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Before you register
Questions about joining?
Email us to schedule an evaluation or simply to request more information.