Botany Woods Swim Team

Our guppy program is the starting point for many Botany Bolts swimmers. As a stepping stone to the competitive team, swimmers will learn to swim a full lap, build endurance, and begin developing basic stroke skills. The program is designed to be a supportive, encouraging environment where young swimmers can grow and celebrate progress in the pool.

Requirements

• Must be a child or grandchild of a Botany Woods residence
• Must be at least 4 years old by May 31 (or have completed K3 in school) 
• Must be comfortable putting their face in the water

Guppy Kickoff Practices 

May 26 & 27 
8:45–9:30 AM or 5:00–5:45 PM

Regular Season Practices

June 1–3, 8–10, 15–16 
Monday–Wednesday
8:45–9:30 AM or 5:00–5:45 PM

What to Bring 

Guppies should bring: 

• A comfortable swimsuit
• Towel
• Goggles
• A positive attitude and willingness to try!

Our Guppy program is led by an incredible group of swimmers who bring energy, encouragement, and lots of fun to the pool each day! These coaches help our youngest Bolts build confidence, learn swim basics, and most importantly — have a great time in the water.

We’re so excited for another fun Guppy season! Get to know our coaches below:

From L to R:  Zoe Walcher, Farra Bryan, Henley Wireman, Cameron Brown, Jonah Cole, Ethan Liebana

Zoe 
10th Grade • Wade Hampton High School
Favorite Snack: Goldfish
Favorite Color: Blue
Favorite Stroke: Butterfly
Fun Fact: Zoe enjoys swimming and working at Urban Digs in her free time

Farra
9th grade • St. Joseph’s Catholic School
Favorite Snack: Goldfish
Favorite Color: Blue
Favorite Stroke: Freestyle
Fun Fact: Farra loves reading and painting

Henley
9th Grade • St. Joseph’s Catholic School
Favorite Snack: Goldfish
Favorite Color: Steel Blue
Favorite Stroke: Freestyle
Fun Fact: Henley enjoys reading and spending time with friends

Cameron
9th Grade • Wade Hampton High School
Favorite Snack: Pretzels
Favorite Color: Green
Favorite Stroke: Butterfly
Fun Fact: Cameron plays both violin and electric guitar

Jonah
8th Grade • Veritas Preparatory School 
Favorite Snack: Cheez-Its 
Favorite Color: Dark Green
Favorite Stroke: Breaststroke
Fun Fact: Jonah loves playing soccer

Ethan Liebana
9th Grade • Homeschool
Favorite Snack: Goldfish
Favorite Color: Orange
Favorite Stroke: Breaststroke
Fun Fact: Ethan enjoys golf, riding bikes, and rip-sticking

The Guppy season concludes with a special Guppy Meet where swimmers can show off what they’ve learned. 

Wednesday, June 17 
5:30 PM at the Botany Woods Pool

A celebration banquet will follow immediately after the meet.

Guppy Director: Brooke Teague 

Brooke leads our Guppy program and would love to talk with you or answer any questions that you may have. 

Please contact Brooke directly or send a message through our team contact form here.