Stanley Swim Team - Home of the Sharks

Its Gator Time!

If you are thinking about joining a year round swim team we recommend the Gaston Gators. Sing up below for an Evaluation.

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D4BA4A82AA0F8C52-64950161-2026 #/

Join the Gaston Gators for a FREE New Swimmer Evaluation and Trial Period!

The Gators will host our 2026 evaluations at

Gardner Acres Swim Club (937 Ridgeway Dr, Gastonia NC)

(please note this is also our normal practice location until our move to Gaston Aquatics)

Ages 7+
Must be able to swim one length of the pool using a competitive stroke
15 Minute Evaluation + 5 min for Parent Questions
(5-6 Year olds please email [email protected] to learn about Pre-Competitive Lessons)

2026 Swimmer Evaluation and Trial Period Join the Gaston Gators for a FREE New Swimmer Evaluation and Trial Period! The Gators will host our 2026 evaluations at Gardner Acres Swim Club (937 Ridgeway Dr, Gastonia NC) (please note this is also our normal practice location until our move to Gaston Aquatics) Ages 7+Must be able to swim one len...

2026 season that's a Wrap. We are so proud of everyone of our Sharks! We have seen so much growth this season in so many kids.

Go Sharks!

First session of League Champs done. Our Sharks are doing so good. We are ready for Day 2. Come out tomorrow and check out our last meet of the season. 8a.-12pm.

Happy Birthday Coach Jake

The Sharks are back! The greatest season ever!

First Night of practice was last night with our New Sharks. This season is going to be amazing. It was cold but we survived.

Coach Anna is excited that practice starts tomorrow.

Yes this was taken Sunday night at 9:30pm

Come join us this summer!

Front Page The Stanley Recreation Club is a non-profit formed in 1964 to provide a safe, family-friendly environment during the summer to play and cool off. The main pool is 190,000 gallons with two sections; a lap pool and a 12′ diving well. In addition to the main pool there is also a gated baby pool that ...

2026 Registration is open. Visit the website and register then attend one of the 2 registration days at the pool to pay and try on a swimsuit.
April 12, 2-5pm
May 2, 12-3pm

Practice starts May 11; all payments are due by this day.

Home - Stanley Sharks Swim Team The Stanley Swim Team has been a staple at the Stanley Recreation Club since the early 70s. We train athletes for competitive swimming of all 4 strokes, including legal starts and finishes.

We are looking for Sponsorships! If you would like to sponsor our swim team contact us!
[email protected]