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Founded in 2001, Friends' Central Aquatics is a comprehensive swim program open to the community. Hosted by Friends’ Central School, FCA offers swimmers of all levels the opportunity to pursue their interest in the sport. The Swim School introduces young people to swimming and focuses on developing proficiency in the four primary strokes. The Swim Team provides swimmers the chance to hone their skills while participating in the exciting world of competitive swimming. All swimmers work at their own level of competency, and the staff strives to balance the demands of competitive training with attention to swimming as a lifelong source of pleasure.
FCA Vision Statement
A welcoming community where athletes are driven to achieve their full potential through dedication and teamwork.
FCA Values
Connection, Integrity,
Consistency, Passion, Support
Swim Team
The FCA Swim Team mission is to create an environment that encourages confidence, fosters independence, and helps young athletes enjoy competitive swimming.
Team Phoenix
Team Phoenix is the development arm of the Friends' Central Aquatics' (FCA) competitive swim program. This group is for swimmers between the ages of 9 and 15 who want to explore or participate on a competitive team but may not be ready to specialize or meet the demands of a travel team.
FCA Masters
The FCA Masters Swim Team is an organized, year-round, swimming/fitness program designed to provide coach-supervised training opportunities for adults (ages 19 & up).
Swim School
The FCA Swim School is place where kids get an opportunity to develop essential life skills that will help them develop the confidence to overcome their fears, learn to swim, respect the water, and have lots of fun while doing it!
Preseason Clinic
The clinic is designed to improve competitive performance with an emphasis on stroke technique, starts, and turns. It is also an excellent opportunity to segue into the upcoming Swim Season.
Private Lessons
FCA offers customized, one-on-one private lessons, for any level with our experienced aquatic staff.
Events coming up!
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