Hi Piranhas Families!

We are so excited to kick off the 2026 Preserve Piranhas swim season!

An important date change

As a result of the weather forecast for next week, please note that practices and our kickoff celebration will now begin on Wednesday, May 20, rather than Monday, May 18 as originally communicated. 

We can’t wait to welcome both returning and new families back to the pool deck!

First Two Weeks at a Glance -

Practice Schedule (May 20 - 29)

Afternoon practices will run Monday–Friday:

• Ages 8 & Under: 4:30 - 5:30pm
• Ages 9 & Up: 5:30 - 6:30pm

Morning practices begin June 1. Full practice schedules can always be found on your team website.

Kickoff Celebration – Wednesday, May 20th

Join us at the pool for our season kickoff during the first practice from 4.30 - 6.30pm! Kona Ice will be stopping by around 5:15pm. Junior Piranhas are welcome too! Swim team apparel will be distributed for those who ordered via MISports website.

No Practice – Memorial Day

Please note there will be no practice on Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day.

What to Expect at Practice

For newer families especially, the first couple of weeks are all about getting swimmers comfortable, meeting coaches, reconnecting with friends, and building endurance before meets begin.

Please have swimmers arrive:

• in swimsuits and ready to swim
• with goggles and a water bottle
• with sunscreen already applied

Fins are required for swimmers ages 11 and up.

Intrasquad Meet & Pizza Party – Wednesday, May 27th 4.30 pm

Our annual Intrasquad Meet is a fun, low-pressure opportunity for swimmers to experience how a swim meet works before the regular season begins.

This is especially helpful for new swimmers and families! Pizza and dessert will be provided for all swimmers.Please plan to sign up by Sunday, May 24 at noon so coaches can prepare heat sheets and lane assignments.You will see a ‘Meet Entry Open’ icon on the RHS of the home page. Once you click on that, please follow the steps outlined in this comprehensive resource How to sign up for Swim Meets

Important Upcoming Dates

• May 20: First practice + Kona Ice kickoff
• May 25: No practice (Memorial Day)
• May 27: Intrasquad Meet & Pizza Party
• June 1: Morning practices begin
• June 1: Junior Piranhas begins

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We know summer schedules can feel hectic, but summer swim is such a special experience for kids and families alike, and we are looking forward to a fantastic season together. 

Go Piranhas!

Warmly,

The Preserve Piranhas Board