What is SDAT?

SDAT stands for South Davis Aquatics Team. It is a year round, USA Swimming sanctioned team with about 150-200 swimmers depending on what time of year it is. Swimmers are divided into practice groups based on their age and ability level. Coaches use drill and training principles to help the swimmers improve their technique, speed, and endurance in the four competitive strokes - freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly. Meets are held about once a month with other area teams.

How do I know if my child is good enough?

Come to the swim team try outs the first and third Tuesday of every month at 6:00PM and get a free assessment. Usually we like swimmers to have at least passed a Level 4 or be able to pass the exit skills for Level 4. They do not have to be able to do all the strokes and skills perfectly before they join the swim team.

Why is competitive swimming and SDAT a good activity?

Competitive swimming is a great sport because it helps kids learn hard work, dedication, teamwork, self motivation, the joy of achieving goals, how to pick themselves up after not achieving a goal, and many other important life skills. The SDAT coaches are especially good at focusing on improving each swimmer's time-what place they take is not as important. This way, success is possible for every swimmer who works hard. Being a year round sport, the swimmers are able to make and keep friendships that can last a lifetime.

What should my child wear to swim practice?

Swimmers are encouraged to wear racing type swim wear. Girls should have a Speedo type competitive swim suit and boys should have a jammer (similar to bike shorts) or speedo. They are less resistant in the water. You can purchase these suits at any sporting goods store. Caps are also encouraged to be worn by both males and females.