Registration is Now Open for the 2026–2027 Season!

Our upcoming season runs from September through March—seven packed months of weekday practices (Monday–Friday), exciting competitions, and team events!

Please Note: Practice locations and schedules are subject to change throughout the season. Be sure to review our [FAQ Page] and [Practice Schedule] for the most up-to-date details.

💳 Full Season Registration & Pricing (Sep '26 – Mar '27)

• Full Payment (One-time): $325 per swimmer
• 2-Payment Plan: $162.50 / payment per swimmer
• 3-Payment Plan: $108.33 / payment per swimmer

Important Details:

• Registration Fee: $25 non-refundable fee per family (includes a free team cap!).
• Cash or Check: If you would like to pay by cash or check, please contact our treasurer.
• Payment Plans: Online payment plans require a credit or debit card, with the first payment due at registration.
• Requirements: A valid Norfolk Rec Pass is required for all participating swimmers.

🤝 Volunteer Commitments & Board Leadership

Our team relies on the support of our incredible parent community to make each season successful!

• Volunteer Requirement: All families are required to sign up for a volunteer role during registration.
• Special Circumstances: We need everyone’s assistance to run our events, but we understand unique situations arise. If you have special circumstances that prevent you from fulfilling the offered volunteer positions, please reach out to our Volunteer Coordinator by the first parents' meeting of the season. We will gladly work with you to accommodate your situation.
• Board Members Needed: We can always use extra help leading the team! If you are interested in joining the Board, please reach out to us. (Note: A background check is required for all board positions.)

🎓 Scholarship Program

Scholarship applications are now open for the 2026–2027 season. If you would like to apply, please reach out to us at [email protected].

The NSD Scholarship Fund is made possible through the generous support of local individuals, businesses, and nonprofit partners dedicated to strengthening our community.

About Us

Norfolk Silver Dolphins (NSD) is a non-profit organization dedicated to making the joy and lifelong benefits of competitive swimming accessible to all Norfolk residents through an inclusive, flexible, and affordable program.

Swimming and participating in a team sport offer well-documented physical and mental health benefits, including reduced anxiety, heightened self-confidence, enhanced cognitive function, and vital water safety skills. Living in a coastal community surrounded by water, every child in our city benefits from these life skills.

"Thank you for a great experience for my daughter (14)! She is already sad it's over. It really was super helpful with her confidence and self-esteem. We are so grateful she had this opportunity!"

— Allison Evans (2023 Winter Season Parent)

Program Details & Expectations

• Eligibility: Open to all youth ages 5 to 18.
• Prerequisite: Swimmers must be capable of unassisted completion of one 25-yard pool length using a standard competitive stroke (freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, or butterfly).
• Practice Schedule: Evening practices are held Monday through Friday, and swimmers are encouraged to attend at least 2–3 practices per week.
• Competitions & USA Swimming: Our regular season features 4 intrasquad meets. Additionally, through our partnership with USA Swimming (now entering our 6th season), swimmers have the option to register with USA Swim (~$88.00/year) to participate in additional monthly competitive meets.
• Mandatory Parent Volunteering: As a parent-run non-profit, volunteer participation is required for all families. Active parent involvement is essential to keeping our team operating smoothly and creating a great season for our swimmers.

Community Partnerships

NSD proudly collaborates with local organizations and businesses, including Norfolk Parks and Recreation, to promote healthy, active lifestyles across our region.

We look forward to welcoming you to the NSD family this season!

Thank you to all our sponsors and donors this season! These donations support our team and scholarship fund which goes to covering registration fees for families who cannot afford it, but would benefit from being on our swim team! Please consider having your business become a sponsor too! Contact us at [email protected] and let us know you're interested. 

NSD is a nonprofit (501c(3)) organization run solely by parent volunteers.