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About Us

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Our Club

Throughout its over 50 year history the Upper Canada River Otters Swim Club (UCRO) has trained children and young adults in the sport of competitive swimming with truly outstanding results. Designed to take the athlete from introduction to international, the River Otters program is dedicated to delivering innovative, multi-faceted and high-performance swim programs available to the youth of our community.

Upper Canada Swim Club is a not-for-profit organization coached by a dedicated group of professionals and is managed and supported by an enthusiastic group of parent volunteers.

Philosophy

Vision Statement

To hold the reputation as the best small club in Canada through professional coaching and leadership and to create an inclusive environment that aims to develop successful athletes and well- rounded individuals both in and out of the pool.

Mission Statement

To offer high quality training where every athlete has the opportunity to reach their potential and swimmers are prepared to compete at the highest performance level they can attain.

Core Values

Self-Discipline

Take accountability & learn responsibility through time management, balancing tasks, and prioritizing.

Goal Setting

Create realistic and achievable long-term goals that can be accomplished through consistent hard work, perseverance, focus, and the desire to learn & grow.

Team Work

Use your team for support & encouragement and learn from one another to inspire individual achievement and growth.

Leadership

Be a positive influence to all those on the team and demonstrate the qualities and values the club believes in. Show independence and take initiative in pushing yourself and others towards their goals.

Our Coaches & Support Staff

Piper W.

Junior and Youth Otter Instructor

Questions?