Kyle Knighthawks Swim

Join the Kyle Knighthawks for our 1st season of Swim with Special Olympics Texas (SOTX)!

Practice Schedule:

• Tuesdays from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM beginning July 23rd until September 10th
  • Session 1: Skills Group 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM
    • For beginners focusing on fundamental swimming skills. Participants should:
      • Be comfortable in the water.
      • Be able to participate in basic water activities with minimal to moderate assistance and/or flotation devices.
      • Demonstrate a willingness to learn basic swim techniques.
      • Be comfortable with shallow water activities.​​​​​​​
  • Session 2: Advanced Group 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
    • ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​For athletes with more advanced swimming abilities. Participants should:
      • Be comfortable in the water.
      • Be comfortable in the deep end.
      • Be able to swim independently without assistance.
      • Demonstrate skills in at least 1 - 2 swimming strokes.
      • Be able to swim longer distances.
• Location: James Adkins Pool (1100 W Center St, Kyle, TX 78640)
• *Athletes should register for ONE-time block based on their skill level.

Competition Details:

• Date: Sunday, September 15th
• Time: To be announced at later date
• Location: Micki Krebsbach Pool (301 Deep Wood Dr, Round Rock, TX 78681)
• All athletes are required to provide their own transportation to the competition
• Participation in the competition is highly encouraged for all athletes.
• All athletes must have a current Special Olympics medical on file to participate in the competition.

​​​​​Program Eligibility:

All participants must meet the below criteria to ensure that participants can fully engage and benefit from the services offered. Eligibility criteria helps to maintain appropriate group dynamics, ensure the safety of all participants, and facilitate the successful delivery of program services.

1. Ability to function independently or with minimal support in a group setting during program hours.
2. Demonstrate socially acceptable behaviors, including respect for self and others, and adherence to program guidelines.
3. Independence in essential self-care tasks such as feeding and bathroom needs.
4. Participants requiring additional support with medications, bathroom needs, and feeding may attend with an attendant or caregiver.

Sign up to be a Knighthawk!

Registration opens on May 28th  & closes July 1st. The cost to be a part of the team is FREE!

Need a medical to participate in competition? Click here!

Come be a part of our team and experience the fun of swimming! 

The City of Kyle Parks and Recreation believes in equal opportunities for all, and our commitment extends to offering reasonable accommodations upon request. To make a request please fill out our Accommodation Request Form. If you have any questions or concerns please contact Miranda Candia at mcandia@cityofkyle.com or 726-336-0007.

Volunteer Opportunities

We are currently seeking coaches, assistant coaches, and practice support for our swim team. If you or your organization are interested in volunteering throughout our swim season, please CLICK HERE to sign up. Your support makes a difference!