Synchronized Swimming, an Olympic sport, is the execution of precision movements performed to music on, above, or beneath the water. The sport combines athletic endeavor with aesthetic grace and attracts athletes who possess strength, flexibility, and creativity.  Synchro swimmers perform complex movements to music during their routines, sometimes holding their breath for up to a minute while underwater. Anyone who has been a speed swimmer, diver, gymnast, cheerleader, dancer or water polo player would have a great background for the sport. And even if you’ve never done any of these things, you still might try it and be a natural!

The synchro club is open to all UF students, faculty and staff. No tryouts or experience needed! The only requirement is being able to pass a simple swim test: to complete a non-stop 200-yard swim, and 5 minutes of treading water.

We are open to veterans as well as beginners and will train anyone with and interest in the sport. Doing synchro is a unique and fun way to get a great cardio and aerobic workout, build long and lean muscles, increase flexibility and improve breathing and lung control. At collegiate meets, there are competitive categories for beginners. So even with no prior experience, you could be able to travel and compete with the club!

Gator Synchro was founded in 2001 by seven students, formerly of Florida Age Group teams. We are consistently one of the top club-level teams in the country. As an “emerging NCAA sport,” we compete against both club and varsity teams from colleges and universities nationwide. The benefits of coming to the University of Florida are endless. Our team is competitive, but at the club level there is not the same time commitment as a varsity program. The University of Florida offers an affordable education, top-notch synchro coaching and is a school with proud sports tradition.

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