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Guides from City of Atlanta Dolphins Swim Team
Straight answers to the questions we hear most, written for our own customers.
October 20, 2026 · 4 min read
Why warm-ups matter on meet day
Arriving for warm-ups is not the dull part of the meet; it is where the meet is often won or lost.
October 20, 2026 · 4 min read
Short-range goals for age-group swimmers
Big dreams need small steps, and a goal measured in weeks teaches a young swimmer more than one measured in seasons.
October 20, 2026 · 4 min read
Circle swimming: the rules of the road in a busy practice lane
Six swimmers, one lane, no collisions: it works because everyone knows the same few rules.
October 20, 2026 · 4 min read
What happens at a Dolphins stroke evaluation
The evaluation is the front door to the team, and knowing what to expect makes it a calm half hour for everyone.
October 20, 2026 · 4 min read
Your child's first swim meet: heat sheets, Sharpie grids and the bullpen
The first meet is mostly logistics, and a little preparation turns a nervous morning into a good one.