Youth Swim & Dive

Summer

summer DIVE CAMP

3rd-6th Gr

This program offers two levels for divers. The Beginner level is ideal for those new to competitive diving, focusing on the fundamentals of springboard diving in a fun, safe, and supportive environment. Instruction emphasizes board work mechanics, basic skills, and foundational drills. The Intermediate level is designed for divers who have mastered the basics and are ready to build on their technique, learning more advanced drills and refining mechanics to prepare for success in middle school and high school diving.

Register Here
Cost: $63r/$78nr
Coach: Stephanie VanNuil (ZPS Varsity Dive Coach)
Beginner Session: Aug 4-7 | 9:00am-10:15am
Intermediate Session: Aug 4-7 | 10:30am-11:45am
Location: ZWHS Natatorium

Fall & Winter

DIVE CAMP

3rd-6th Gr

Register Here (Online Registration Opens Mon, Aug 4 @ 5am)
Cost: $63r/$78nr
Coach: Stephanie VanNuil (ZPS Varsity Dive Coach)
Beginner Session 1: M & W | Sept 29-Oct 15 | 5:30-6:30 PM
Beginner Session 2: M & W | Jan 5-21 | 5:30-6:30 PM
Intermediate Session 1: M & W | Sept 29-Oct 15 | 6:45-7:45 PM
Intermediate Session 2: M & W | Jan 5-21 | 6:45-7:45 PM
Location: Zeeland West HS - Natatorium

private / semi-private springboard diving lessons

8-17 Yr Olds

Perfect for the beginner diver interested in learning the basic fundamentals of the sport of diving as well as the competitive diver interested in further developing and executing their competitive dive skills. Private dive instruction provides flexible scheduling and personalized attention to meet the needs of every level diver. Lessons are sold in bundles of three-30 minute lessons. Participants must be able to swim safely in deep water.

Note on Semi-Private Dive Lessons: In order to maximize your time at each semi-private dive lesson, we recommend that each diver has similar diving abilities.

Registration: Email Aquatics Secretary, tspencer, at tspencer@zps.org to register and schedule private diving lessons
Private Cost (1 Diver): $99r/$114nr
Semi-Private Cost (2 Divers): $83r/$98rn
Coach: Stephanie VanNuil (ZPS Varsity Dive Coach) + Olivia Kutsche (GVSU Diver)
Location: ZWHS Natatorium

zags preseason stroke clinics

6-14 Yr Olds

Enhance your swimming speed with our stroke clinics, each focused on improving technique in a specific competitive stroke. Sessions cover stroke refinement, starts, turns, and finishes through targeted drills designed to boost performance and readiness for competition. For optimal results, we recommend pairing clinics with our ZAGS Preseason Conditioning Program.

Register Here (Online Registration Opens Mon, Aug 4 @ 5am)
Cost: $19r/$34nr
Coaches: ZAGS Swim Coaches
Freestyle: Tue & Thur | Oct 14 & 16 | 5:00-5:45 PM
Backstroke: Tue & Thur | Oct 21 & 23 | 5:00-5:45 PM
Breaststroke: Tue & Thur | Oct 28 & 30 | 5:00-5:45 PM
Butterfly: Tue & Thur | Nov 4 & 6 | 5:00-5:45 PM
Starts & Turns: Tue & Thur | Nov 11 & 13 | 5:00-5:45 PM
Location: Zeeland Recreation - West Pool

zags preseason conditioning program

6-14 Yr Olds

Jumpstart your swim season with a competitive edge. This preseason conditioning program builds strength, boosts endurance, and refines stroke technique ideal for both new and returning competitive swimmers. Focused on cardio, strength training, and technical skills, it ensures you’re ready to hit the water stronger, faster, and fully prepared.

Register Here (Online Registration Opens Mon, Aug 4 @ 5am)
Cost: $89r/$104nr
Coaches: ZAGS Swim Coaches
New & Returning Swimmers (1-2 Seasons): T & TH | Oct 14-Nov 13 | 6:00-6:45 PM
Returning Swimmers (3+ Seasons): T & TH | Oct 14-Nov 13 | 7:00-7:45 PM
Location: Zeeland Recreation - West Pool

splashball water polo camp (coed)

1st-6th Gr

This coed camp is the perfect introduction to the exciting world of water polo! Designed for beginners and young athletes looking to sharpen their skills, our program blends learning and play in a safe, supportive environment. “Splashball” captures all the fast-paced, action-packed fun of water polo in an easy-to-learn, kid-friendly format. It’s a fantastic way to boost water confidence, stay active, and spark a lifelong love for swimming and fitness!

Register Here (Online Registration Opens Mon, Aug 4 @ 5am)
Cost: $43r/$58nr
Coach: Zac Geschwendt (ZPS Water Polo Coach)
1st-3rd Gr: Nov 17-20 | 4:30-5:15 PM
4th-6th Gr: Nov 17-20 | 5:30-6:30 PM
Location: Zeeland Recreation - East Pool

ZAGS SWIM TEAM

6-18 Yr Olds

ZAGS is a competitive swim team that welcomes both swimmers new to competition and those with experience looking to further develop their skills. Our practices focus on building endurance and refining technique across all four competitive strokes. We also emphasize improving starts, turns, and kicking. The season runs approximately 10–12 weeks and provides a supportive yet challenging environment where swimmers can grow and thrive. Ages 6–8: Must be able to swim one length of the pool (25 yards) using both freestyle and backstroke. Ages 9 and up: Must be able to swim two lengths of the pool (50 yards) using both freestyle and backstroke.

Register Here (Online Registration Opens Mon, Aug 4 @ 5am)
Swim Meet Volunteer Opportunities
Parent, Swimmer & Coach Expectations
A Parents Guide to Swim Meets
Registration Deadline: Sat, Nov 22
Cost: $145r/$160nr (includes t-shirt, swim cap , Zeeland Classic meet fee)
Head Coaches: Jon Vos + Alyssa Zapata | Meet the Coaches
Parent Meeting: Tue, Nov 18 | 5:30 PM | ZWHS Natatorium Balcony
Rookie Night: Tue, Nov 18 | 6:00 PM | For first-year ZAGS swimmers | Coaches will assess each swimmer’s comfort level in water and determine appropriate practice group placement
Practices: Nov 24-Mid Feb | M, T, TH | Days vary based on ZW Natatorium schedule
Location: Zeeland West HS - Natatorium
Equipment: Competitive swimsuit | ZAGS swim cap (provided) | Goggles | Team suits and additional gear can be purchased online from The Homestead Tee