Park Forest Piranhas Swim Team

Welcome to the Park Forest Swim Team

The Park Forest Swim Team is more than just a swim team—it’s a summer tradition that brings our entire neighborhood together. Each season, swimmers ages 5 to 17 dive in with energy, excitement, and unstoppable team spirit, creating friendships and memories that last far beyond the pool.

We may be a small team, but our heart is big. From cheering on teammates at meets to celebrating every personal best, the Piranhas are built on community, encouragement, and a shared love of swimming.

Our talented coaches—many of whom grew up swimming right here on the team—bring both experience and a deep connection to the Piranhas, making them incredible mentors in and out of the water.

Powered by dedicated parent and community volunteers, our team thrives because of the people who show up, pitch in, and make it all happen. Whether your child is getting comfortable swimming or ready to race competitively, they’ll find a supportive, spirited place to belong with the Piranhas.

Small But Mighty

Don’t let our size fool you—the Piranhas are a competitive force in the pool! Our swimmers consistently rise to the challenge, racing with determination, confidence, and team pride while still keeping the season fun and supportive for everyone.

Last season, our team celebrated incredible success across multiple age groups, with swimmers earning All-Community High Point Awards, including:

· 6 & Under Male

· 7–8 Female

· 7–8 Male

· 9–10 Female

· 9–10 Male

· 13–14 Male

These achievements reflect the hard work of our swimmers, the dedication of our coaches, and the strength of our team culture. Whether chasing a ribbon, a personal best, or a championship title, every Piranha is encouraged to compete, improve, and celebrate each other along the way.

Who Can Join

Ready to be part of the Piranhas? We’d love to have you! To join the team, swimmers should:

· Be between the ages of 5 and 17

· Be a current member of the Park Forest Pool

· Be able to swim at least 5-10 yards unassisted

· Complete a brief swim assessment with our coaches

No prior swim team experience is needed—just a positive attitude, a willingness to learn, and excitement to be part of a fun, supportive team! Whether your swimmer is just getting comfortable in the water or already gaining confidence, there’s a place for them here.

Our quick swim assessment is simply a way for our coaches to make sure each swimmer is ready to safely participate in practices and to help place them in the right group. Don’t worry—our coaches are fantastic with beginners and will guide and encourage every swimmer along the way.

For more details on assessments and what to expect, be sure to check out the “New Swimmers” information below.

Registration

Returning Swimmer Registration begins 4/17

Returning swim families – Please click here to begin the registration process.

New Swimmer registration 4/27

New Swimmer Registration begins 5/4 · NEW swim families – Please click here to begin the registration process.

*You must have an active Park Forest Pool Family Membership in order to register your child.

To renew your Park Forest Pool Membership click here. Interested in Membership, fill out our Prospective Membership application here.

What We’re About

Community First - From afternoon practices to exciting meet nights, the Piranhas bring families together. It’s a place where kids build lasting friendships, parents connect, and everyone feels part of something special.

Skill Building - Our coaches are dedicated to helping every swimmer grow. From refining stroke technique to building endurance and learning race strategies, swimmers gain confidence week by week while developing discipline, sportsmanship, and teamwork.

We believe swimming should be fun! From Spirit Nights and “Piranha of the Week” to poolside celebrations, there’s always something to look forward to. It’s not just about the races—it’s about the memories made along the way.

Practice Schedule

All practices take place at the Park Forest Pool. The 2026 Summer Season practices begin on Tuesday May 26th. Practice times are based on age/experience level but *tentative* ages/times are below:

Tuesday – Wednesday – Thursday (except Swim Meet days):

· Ages 5–8: 5 - 5:30 PM

· Ages 9–12: 5:35 - 6:15 PM

· Ages 13–17: 6:20 - 7 PM

**Please note practice times are subject to change based on number of swimmers in each age group.

Meet Calendar

Our team competes in a local summer swim league with nearby neighborhoods. Meets take place on Thursdays and begin at 6 PM (swimmer arrival time is 5 PM).

2026 Meet Schedule:

· Thursday June 4th 5pm – at Glen Cove

· Thursday June 11th 5pm – Sparkman at Park Forest

· Thursday June 18th 5pm – at Club Royal

· Thursday June 25th 5pm – at Sparkman

· Monday June 29th 5pm – Club Royal at Park Forest

· Thursday July 9th 6pm – at Glen Cove

· Saturday July 11th 8am – Invitational at Sparkman

Details and meet times will be shared weekly via email and posted on the team Facebook Page.

Get Involved: Volunteer Info

The Park Forest Swim Team is a true community effort—and we couldn’t run without the help of our families. Volunteering is required for each family, and there are plenty of ways to contribute, no matter your schedule or experience level.

Helping out at swim meets and team events not only keeps things running smoothly—it’s also a great way to meet other parents and be part of the fun!

How you can help:

· Meet timers and recorders

· Ready Bench

· Heat sheet and ribbon coordinators

· Concession stand helpers

· Team social organizers

· Fundraising and sponsorship support

Thank you for helping make this summer awesome for our swimmers!

Thank you for helping make this summer awesome for our swimmers!

If you are interested in swim team, please email piranhas@parkforestdallas.org

To purchase your Park Forest Piranhas gear click here to visit our store.