Registration Information
We’re excited to welcome new families and see returning swimmers back at the pool. Registration happens online through SwimTopia, where you’ll choose the right program, select a morning practice time, and (for Competitive Team families) share volunteer preferences.
Pick the program that fits your swimmer
Not sure where to start? Choose the program that best matches your swimmer’s current skills and goals. Junior Wave is a great on-ramp; many swimmers “graduate” to the Competitive Team when they’re ready.
Junior Wave
- Designed for swimmers building confidence and core skills
- A supportive path toward competitive swimming
- Swimmers can transition to the Competitive Team when ready
Bradley Farm Wave
- Competitive team for swimmers ready to participate in meets and develop racing skills
- Includes meet participation, time tracking, and team competition
- Parents/guardians indicate volunteer job preferences during registration
Registering multiple swimmers: If you have multiple swimmers on the same program, you can submit them on one registration form. If you have swimmers on both programs, you’ll submit two forms (each program has its own registration form).
Selecting a morning practice time
During registration you’ll select a morning practice option. Most families choose based on summer schedules, camp participation, and transportation needs.
- Camp practice option: a good fit for swimmers attending camp and needing an earlier routine
- Later start option: a good fit for families who need more flexibility in the morning
- SwimTopia allows you to keep your family information up to date throughout the season
Note: Afternoon practices sessions are not assigned, so you do not need to pick a time slot in advance - just show up to the afternoon practice time that works best for you.
2026 registration fees
| Program | Early Registration | Regular Registration |
|---|---|---|
| Junior Wave | $165 | $170 |
| Bradley Farm Wave (Competitive Team) | $155 | $160 |
Register early to receive the early registration discount. Late registrations may be accepted based on roster availability and may include a late fee.
Registration timeline
- Early Registration: March 31 – April 15, 2026
- Regular Registration: April 16 – May 14, 2026
- Late Registration (if available): through May 27, 2026
Important 2026 dates
- Season begins: Thursday, May 28, 2026
- Afternoon practices begin: Thursday, May 28
- Time Trials: Saturday, June 6
- First swim meet: Saturday, June 13
- No Wednesday meet: June 17 (last day of school)
- Morning practices begin: Thursday, June 18
- HSL Champs & All-stars: Saturday, July 25
- End of Season Party: Sunday, July 26
- Season concludes: July 26, 2026
Practices are held afternoons while FCPS is in session and mornings during FCPS summer break. Meets are typically Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings.
Home meets and Virtual Meets are hosted at the Bradley Farm Pool. Away meets are hosted by opposing teams at their pools.
Using SwimTopia
The Bradley Farm Wave Swim Team uses SwimTopia to register and communicate with families, as well as manage practices and competitions. Parents and guardians create SwimTopia accounts during registration and can use SwimTopia to manage personal information, declare swimmers for swim meets, sign up for volunteer roles, and see swim times throughout the season.
Email addresses used for SwimTopia accounts will be used by the swim team to send information, announcements, and notifications.
Quick FAQ
Who can register?
Residents of the Bradley Farm and Emerald Chase HOAs who are in good standing with their association.
Can I register more than one swimmer at once?
Yes—multiple swimmers on the same program can be submitted on one registration form.
What if I have swimmers in both programs?
You’ll submit two forms (one for Junior Wave and one for the Competitive Team), since each program has its own registration form.
Do I choose a practice time during registration?
Yes—morning practice selection is part of registration.
What if we miss the registration deadline?
Late registrations may be accepted based on roster availability and may include a late fee.
Where do we get updates during the season?
Team announcements are shared through SwimTopia and sent to the email address used for the SwimTopia account.
