Swim Competition
Swim competitions in Irvine provide a way for children to put their swimming skills to the test, with competitions held 1-2 times per month. We group swimmers by age for their swim events so that they can swim with others of similar ability. Swimmers as young as two are encouraged to participate in these friendly competitions, as long as they can demonstrate that they are a Level 5 and up swimmer.
All participants will receive a ribbon after each race. After earning 15 ribbons, swimmers will receive a trophy representative of their hard work.
Pricing
per child
per adult
Registration
- Registration can only be completed online through our customer portal here.
- Registrations after the Thursday before the event will incur a $5 late fee
- Please keep record of the event numbers you register for. You can also log into your account to reference these. Events will be called in order of event numbers. *Please be sure your child is ready in their swim suits, and with their goggles on (if they're wearing goggles), before we reach their event number. This will help us run an efficient swim competition.
- Races may start without a swimmer if they are not ready at the start time of the event.
- You do not need to call in to check in for the swim meet. Once you register online, you're set to go!
Additional Information
- Street parking will not be allowed.
- Ribbons will be awarded to ALL participants!
- Order of events:
IM (Individual Medley) Events
Butterfly Events
Backstroke Events
Breaststroke Events
Freestyle Events - Diving off the blocks is optional.
- Disqualifications will be given at the discretion of the meet referee.
- Refreshments will be available for purchase at the snack shop including hot dogs, cheeseburgers, snow cones, Dippin’ Dots, and a variety of other snacks and beverages.
Awards
- Ribbons will be awarded to all swimmers who come in first, second, or third place in their event (not their heat).
- Time Improvement ribbons will be awarded to all swimmers who have swum in a past meet and have achieved a personal best time.
- Participant ribbons will be awarded to all swimmers who complete their event. (*If a swimmer earns a 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place ribbon, that placement ribbon replaces their participant ribbon. They do not get both.)
- Trophies will be awarded to swimmers who have reached 15, 30, 50, 75, 125, 200, 300, 450, 700, and 1,000 total ribbons.
Pricing
Purchase a Waterworks Aquatics scan card and save!
$108 for 10 classes
$150 for 15 classes
$180 for 20 classes
Available Pools
Pricing
$12 per swim session (one lane for one hour)
$10 per session when buying 10 or more sessions at the time of purchase.
Upcoming Sessions
Upcoming Competition Dates
Dates subject to change. Additional dates could be added.
Camp Dates
Choose either a morning track (9:00 - 12:00) or an afternoon track (1:00 - 4:00).
Upcoming Sessions
Cost
Entry Fee
Entry Fee (Non-members)
Per Event Entered
Cost
Per 5 day camp
Per 4 day camp*
*$30 late fee may be applied for registrations made within 3 days of the session start date.
10% discount for siblings
Register for 3 sessions: $75 discount
Register for 6 sessions: $200 discount
Upcoming Sessions
Pricing
Includes 15 children.
2 Hour Party
2.5 Hour Party
3 Hour Party
*Non-members pay a $30 scheduling fee
Add-ons
*Our Party Coordinator can provide a full list of all available add-on options.
Teams meet at different times, and may have different prices or skill requirements.
Schedule
Additional Details
Registration
- Registration can only be completed online through our customer portal here.
- Registrations after the Thursday before the event will incur a $5 late fee
- Please keep record of the event numbers you register for. You can also log into your account to reference these. Events will be called in order of event numbers. *Please be sure your child is ready in their swim suits, and with their goggles on (if they're wearing goggles), before we reach their event number. This will help us run an efficient swim competition.
- Races may start without a swimmer if they are not ready at the start time of the event.
- You do not need to call in to check in for the swim meet. Once you register online, you're set to go!
Additional Information
- Street parking will not be allowed.
- Ribbons will be awarded to ALL participants!
- Order of events:
IM (Individual Medley) Events
Butterfly Events
Backstroke Events
Breaststroke Events
Freestyle Events - Diving off the blocks is optional.
- Disqualifications will be given at the discretion of the meet referee.
- Refreshments will be available for purchase at the snack shop including hot dogs, cheeseburgers, snow cones, Dippin’ Dots, and a variety of other snacks and beverages.
Awards
- Ribbons will be awarded to all swimmers who come in first, second, or third place in their event (not their heat).
- Time Improvement ribbons will be awarded to all swimmers who have swum in a past meet and have achieved a personal best time.
- Participant ribbons will be awarded to all swimmers who complete their event. (*If a swimmer earns a 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place ribbon, that placement ribbon replaces their participant ribbon. They do not get both.)
- Trophies will be awarded to swimmers who have reached 15, 30, 50, 75, 125, 200, 300, 450, 700, and 1,000 total ribbons.
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FAQs
Frequently asked questions about our swim parties.
The cost of your party will depend on several factors: the length of your party, the number of guests attending, or any special add-ons. Pricing varies by location.
Waterworks provides Deck Guards to ensure safety and to run games in the pool, as well as to help set up and clean up. Plenty of pool toys and rafts are provided to keep your guests entertained. Tables and benches are provided for the out-of-water portion of your party. Lifejackets are available for any children who are not water-safe. Invitations are available upon request. Some locations have a refrigerator available for storing food.
Yes! Invitations are available upon request.
It depends on the age of the children. For children who are 6 years old or older, we recommend a 2.5 or 3 hour party.
Parties are primarily held in the evenings on Saturdays and Sundays. Times and specific availability varies by location. The availability for parties at all locations depends on the programming for the weekend.
The children typically spend most of the party time in the water. We will reserve 45 minutes at the end of your party for cake, food, and/or presents. Our deck guards will organize and run the pool games. We will provide inflatable toys, rafts and pool noodles for the play time in the pool.
You are welcome to bring in your own decorations for your party. Our team will be happy to help you set up your decor. Depending on the location of your party, you may arrive between 15-30 minutes prior to your party start time. Our Party Coordinator will discuss this with you when they review the timeline for your event. Waterworks does not provide any party decorations.
Yes! You can bring in outside food and drinks as long as they are not in glass containers. Please speak to our party coordinator if you would like to bring alcohol.
Glass, confetti, chewing gum
*At our San Jose-Bascom location, we also cannot allow helium balloons.
The earliest time a party can start on a Friday is 1:00pm, and on a Saturday or Sunday is 12:30pm. The availability for parties depends on the programming for the weekend.