Swimmer participating in race, demonstrating butterfly technique, photo from Y-USA. Swimmer participating in race, demonstrating butterfly technique, photo from Y-USA.

Adult Swim Teams

Adult swim team programs include Master's Program & Tri-Swim.

Work on form, build endurance, and enjoy a fun workout led by a coach! All skill levels welcome.

Duluth | Cook County

Ages: 16+

Youth Swim Teams

Join the Northerns or Whalers swim team! Build skills, endurance, and teamwork in a fun, supportive environment. Swimmers grouped by ability. YMCA membership required.

Duluth & Hermantown | Superior | Cook County

Ages: 5–18 yrs (Northerns) | 5-21 yrs (Whalers)

Intro to Lap Swimming

Learn lap swimming with expert coaching and peer support! Improve technique, boost endurance, and gain confidence. For adults comfortable in water who can float and tread.

Duluth | Hermantown

Ages: 18+

More About the Teams

Duluth & Hermantown Northerns

Swim at Duluth, Hermantown, or both! Led by Coach Jon, this program is perfect for swimmers looking to have fun & stay engaged, including swimmers that:

Enjoyed swim lessons & can swim 25 yards of freestyle,
Learned to swim at home,
Are interested in team activities or no contact-sports,
Want to practice outside of the season for junior high or high school swim teams.

Superior Whalers

The Whalers are more than a swim team, they are a community of athletes who work hard, grow together, and compete at the highest level. As six-time State Champions, the Superior YMCA Whalers have built a proud tradition of excellence both in and out of the water.

Cook County Northerns

More info coming soon!