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Teams & Leagues at the Y
The RAYS Competitive Swim Team
The RAYS Swim Team is our competitive youth program for swimmers looking to train, compete, and grow in a supportive environment. Registration for the season opens in August. The season runs from September through February.
Registration & Fees
- Review the Team Handbook: Handbook PDF
- Registration: CLOSED FOR THE 2025-26 SEASON. PLEASE CHECK BACK AUGUST 2026 FOR INFORMATION ON THE 2026-27 SEASON.
- Fees: If paying online, program fees are due in full at the time of registration. If you need to pay in installments, payments must be paid in person at registration, by October 1, and by November 1.
Additional Resources
- Join Our SwimTopia Site: Swimtopia.com to get news, schedules, and updates.
- Practice Groups: Practice Groups PDF
- RAYS Facebook Page: #TheRAYSSwimTeam
- SEOWV YMCA League: SEOWV Link
- National YMCA Competitive Swimming: National Y Link
For help registering or questions about the RAYS, contact the Y member services desk at 304-636-4515 or email info@elkinsymca.com.
Sponsors
We’d like to thank the 2024-25 Season Sponsors:
- Buckhannon Toyota
- Carte Hall Certified Public Accountants
- Northern Eagle Inc.
- Mountain Valley Bank, N.A.
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Our Commitment to Inclusion & Non-Discrimination
At the Elkins-Randolph County YMCA, we are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels safe, welcome, and valued. We do not discriminate based on ability, age, cultural background, ethnicity, faith, gender, gender identity, income, race, or sexual orientation.
The Y prohibits retaliation against any individual who reports a concern in good faith.
If you believe you have experienced discrimination at the Y, you may file a grievance in writing to:
Sid Gillispie, Executive Director
Elkins YMCA
400 Davis Avenue
Elkins, WV 26241