About Spring Swim Team (SST)

Spring Swim Team (SST) is a year-round competitive swim team offering high-quality professional coaching and technique instruction for swimmers of all ages and abilities — from first-time swimmers to international competitors.

Our goal is to provide every athlete the opportunity to improve their swimming skills and achieve success at their individual level. Whether you’re learning the basics or chasing big dreams, SST is here to support your growth.

 

Expert Coaching, Certified by USA Swimming

All SST coaches are certified members of USA Swimming and have access to the most comprehensive training and certification program for youth sports coaches in the United States.

This means your child is guided by professionals who prioritize:

  • Safety

  • Technical development

  • Positive coaching

  • Age-appropriate training

We are committed to making sure that every minute your child spends in the pool is productive, positive, and rewarding.

 

Mission Statement

The mission of the Spring Swim Team (SST) is to maintain a superior, community-based athletic program that promotes individual development, team spirit, and personal excellence.

SST emphasizes:

  • Self-esteem and confidence building

  • Technical growth in the sport of swimming

  • Healthy habits and lifelong fitness

  • A strong spirit of sportsmanship and respect

Our coaching staff provides professional guidance in a positive, structured learning environment that encourages swimmers to set goals, work hard, and have fun.

 

 

What We Offer at SST

Spring Swim Team (SST) is a year-round competitive swim team affiliated with USA Swimming — the governing body of the sport in the U.S. and the pathway to national and Olympic-level competition.

We offer multiple practice groups tailored to swimmers of different ages and experience levels. Our goal is to help every swimmer reach their full potential — whether that means learning the basics or training to compete at the highest levels.

What Swimmers Learn

All of our groups focus on:

  • Proper stroke technique for all four competitive strokes

  • Starts, turns, and finishes

  • Endurance and strength development

  • Goal setting and confidence building

Some swimmers join to develop fundamental skills. Others set their sights on qualifying for elite-level meets — even the Olympic Trials. Wherever your swimmer falls, we’ll meet them at their level and help them grow.

Who Can Join?

We welcome swimmers ages 4 to 18.

Whether your child is just getting comfortable in the water or already has competitive experience, our coaches will assess their skills and place them in the right training group.

Swim Meets & Competition

SST participates in USA Swimming–sanctioned meets year-round.

  • Swim meets are encouraged for all swimmers, but not required for every group.

  • Meets are typically held once per month.

  • Proficiency in all four strokes is NOT required to start competing — many swimmers begin with just one or two.

These meets provide great opportunities to track progress, set goals, and gain confidence.

Practice Schedules

Practice groups range from:

  • 2–3 sessions per week, 45 minutes each

​to

  • 5 sessions per week, up to 2 hours each

After an initial evaluation, our coaches will recommend the best training group for your swimmer based on their age, ability, and goals.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW OUR PRACTICE SCHEDULE

 

Registration & Team Fees

Annual Registration Fees (Renewed Each August)

Registration includes both your USA Swimming membership and SST team fees:

  • USA Swimming Membership

    • Premium Membership: $100 (Required for most groups)

    • Flex Membership: $30 (For 12 & under, limited meets)

  • SST Team Registration

    • $100 for the first swimmer

    • $75 for each additional swimmer

    • Family max: $250

    • Prorated based on month you join

Includes:

  • SST team t-shirt
  • SST swim cap

Monthly Dues

  • Monthly dues range from $90 to $149, depending on your swimmer’s practice group.

Meet Fees & Volunteering

  • Swim meets are typically held at various locations around the Houston area, approximately once per month from October through April.

  • Meet participation expectations vary by practice group:

    • Beginner groups: Meets are optional but encouraged

    • Upper-level groups: Regular meet participation is expected

    • Select groups: Meet participation is required

  • Swimmers are responsible for meet fees, which are charged to your account at the time of entry.

Volunteering at Meets

Unlike many swim teams that require dozens of volunteer hours, SST keeps it simple.
If your swimmer is attending a meet, we ask that your family help with timing — a shared responsibility among all SST families at that meet.

  • We divide the team's assigned timing shifts between attending families

  • Typical timing shifts are 30–60 minutes per meet

It's a great way to support the team and stay involved without a heavy volunteer commitment.

Financial Assistance: Outreach Program

We proudly participate in USA Swimming's Outreach Program, offering reduced fees for families who qualify for financial assistance.

CLICK HERE to learn more about Outreach eligibility and how to apply

Off-Campus PE Credit

SST is an approved Off-Campus PE provider for:

  • Spring ISD

  • Klein ISD

  • Conroe ISD

Practice requirements vary by district (typically 5–15 hours/week)
There is a $150 annual fee for participation in this program (in addition to regular registration and dues).

To get started, contact your school counselor for required paperwork. SST will complete and return the necessary documentation.

Practice Location

All practices are held at Spring High School Pool
Located at the northeast corner of I-45 & Cypresswood
Enter via Entrance B from the feeder road. The pool is directly across from the softball field between two gym buildings.

How to Join SST

Before registering, swimmers must attend an in-water evaluation so our coaches can determine the right practice group.

Evaluation Steps

  1. View the Evaluation Schedule and choose a date/time

  2. Complete the Evaluation Form to confirm your slot

At the evaluation, Coach Michael or Coach Melissa will recommend the appropriate practice group and guide you through the next steps to register online.

Coach Michael Hernandez brings over 30 years of experience and has coached multiple state and nationally ranked swimmers.

CLICK HERE TO SCHEDULE AN EVALUATION

 
Please contact us with any questions.