NDCY Gators

About the Gators

Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm. - Ralph Waldo Emerson

Why We Swim: The goal of the Northern Dauphin County YMCA's Gator Swim Team is to provide every member an opportunity to improve swimming skills and achieve success at his or her level of ability. The program is open to youth of all levels & abilities and is the perfect program for those who love to swim and enjoy competitive swimming, as well as those who may have never previously competed as part of a team. Swimmers compete in local swim meets providing friendly competition while learning sportsmanship, dedication and teamwork. We offer a fun relaxed environment with a focus on improving skills and achieving results.

Competitive swimming is FUN and it creates memories and friendships that last a lifetime! Swimming champions come in all shapes and sizes: kids don't need to be big to succeed. Everyone gets a chance to participate, there are no second stringers, no bench warmers.

The Gators home pool is located at 500 N. Church Street in Elizabethville, PA 17023.

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About Northern Dauphin County YMCA

For questions regarding the Gator Swim Team call: 717-362-9494

Organized as an outreach center in 1985, this branch serves 32,000 residents in the northern part of Dauphin County. The Branch opened its new 13,000 square foot building in 1994.

For additional information regarding the swim team please email your questions to  NDC YMCA

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  • Team News

    • Congratulations to the Gators who participated in the Newkirk Memorial Pentathlon on October 29th. 7 Swimmers battled the snow as well as a tough field of competition. Our Gators fared well with Emma Reed finishing 5th overall and Natalie Miller 6th in Girls 9-10. Logan Roadcap captured 2nd overall in Boys 9-10. Emily Miller wrapped up 13th overall in Girls 11-12. Natalie Frantz finished 3rd overall in Girls 13-14 and Hunter Reed 9th overall in Boys 15-over. Congratulations Gators on a great start to the 2011/2012 season.

  • Upcoming Events

    • Saturday January 28, 2012. Hanover at NDCY. NDCY Swimmers please arriver no later than 10:30 AM. Warm ups begin at 11:00 AM. Hanover YMCA your warm ups will begin at 11:30 AM. The meet will begin at 12:00 Noon.
    • The Annual Swim-A-Thon is scheduled for February 3, 2012 from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. This is the final fundraiser. All fundraising money is due Wednesday, February 8, 2012. Pizza and refreshments after the Swim-A-Thon.

  • League Affiliation

    As of 2011 the Gators compete in the YMCA Swim Coaches' Association of Pennsylvania. (YSCAP) is composed of member YMCA teams from the state of Pennsylvania. The mission and purpose of the association are to create an organized group of YMCA swim teams run by YMCA swim coaches dedicated to the successful growth of a swimmer's mind, body, and spirit, and to help all swimmers go beyond setting goals and find a true purpose for their life.

  • Practice Schedules for 2011/2012

    • For the purposes of Practice Schedules only, the following definition of teams will be used within the Gators
    • Green Gators Group A - Swimmers 12-Older and also swimmers identified by the coaching staff as ready to handle a more rigorous training program
    • Green Gators Group B - Swimmers 11- under
    • White Gators Group A - Swimmers 12-Older and also swimmers identified by the coaching staff as ready to handle a more rigorous training program
    • White Gators Group B - Swimmers 11- under
    • Green Gators practice 5 nights per week
      White Gators practice 3 nights per week
    • The practice group for each individual swimmer will be determined by the coaching staff based on his/her abilities.
    • Parents please understand it may not be possible to accomodate Group B swimmers during scheduled Group A only practice times for many reasons including limited lane space, available coaches etc. Your cooperation in this matter is appreciated.
    • Practice Times
    • Green Gators - Group A
    • Monday, Wednesday, Thursday - 4:30 to 6:30 PM
    • Tuesday - 7:00 to 9:00 PM
    • Friday - 6:00 to 8:00 PM
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    • Green Gators - Group B
    • Monday, Wednesday, Thursday - 5:30 to 6:30 PM
    • Tuesday - 7:00 to 8:00 PM
    • Friday - 6:00 to 7:00 PM
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    • White Gators - Group A (3 nights only)
    • Monday, Wednesday, Thursday - 4:30 to 6:30 PM
    • Tuesday - 7:00 to 9:00 PM
    • Friday - 6:00 to 8:00 PM
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    • White Gators - Group B (3 nights only)
    • Monday, Wednesday, Thursday - 5:30 to 6:30 PM
    • Tuesday - 7:00 to 8:00 PM
    • Friday - 6:00 to 7:00 PM