Mini Mantas
The MVST Mini Manta Team is where a lifelong love of swimming begins! This is a developmental, non-competitive group for ages 3-6 with the option to "level up" and join our swim meets if your swimmer feels comfortable!
Our program is designed for young swimmers to build confidence in the water while developing strong, age-appropriate stroke fundamentals. We focus on making each lesson fun, encouraging, and engaging—because when kids enjoy the water, they learn faster and stay motivated.
At the same time, we place a strong emphasis on water safety and foundational survival skills. From learning how to move through the water independently to understanding how to rest, float, and reach the wall, our goal is to equip every swimmer with skills that go beyond the pool.
Through positive coaching, in-water support, and a nurturing team environment, Mini Mantas helps children grow not just as swimmers—but as confident, capable kids who feel at home in the water.
Coach Katharine is the heart behind our Mini Mantas, helping our youngest swimmers build confidence and fall in love with the water. As a full-time coach with Spartans Aquatic Club, she brings strong technical expertise and a passion for early stroke development. She combines patience, energy, and intentional coaching to support each swimmer’s progress!
For all Mini Manta questions, Coach Katharine is your go-to resource and is always happy to help guide families through the program.
Mini Manta vs. 6&Under (6U) Swimmers
Mini Mantas are still building foundational swim skills. The focus is on water safety, confidence, and learning to move independently through the water!
6 & Under swimmers are part of the "competitive" team and beginning early stroke development. Swimmers in this group may not yet swim the full length of the pool independently, but can swim a short distance on their own and are ready to start learning technique, following structured practice, and participating in meets (freestyle and backstroke).
Mini Manta Assessments
If you think your mini should be evaluated for minis versus 6U, please plan to join us for this quick assessment!
Date and Time: May 12, 4-4:30pm
- We are looking for swimmers who:
- Can swim a short distance independently
- Are ready for early stroke development
Otherwise, Minis should plan to:
- Attend the Meet & Greet on May 21, 8-8:30am, OR
- Start on the first day of Mini Manta practice (May 26)
Mini Manta Practice Groups
- Mini Manta practice begins Tuesday, May 26
- Practices are Monday - Thursday
- There will be multiple practice groups, offered depending on enrollment:
- 8:00-8:30am
- 8:30-9:00am
- 9:00-9:30am
- 9:30-10am
- 10-10:30am
- 10:30-11am
- Practice groups will be finalized after assessments. We will organize swimmers by:
- Parent preference - if there is a practice time you need, we will accommodate!
- Swim level - our goal is to place your child in a group where they will develop the best and get the most instruction!
