Who are the Mandan Marlins?

The Mandan Marlins are a competitive swim club. The Marlins are run by parents of the swimmers and are affiliated with the National USA Swimming Organization www.usaswimming.org. Swimmers are between the ages of 6 and 18.

Is there a fee for swimming with the Marlins?

Yes. There is a fee of $180.00 for the short course season and $100.00 for the long course season. There are a variety of payment plans available.

How are the Marlins Funded?

The Marlins are funded through the monthly fees and also hold an annual Spaghetti Dinner each year. We sell items at swim meets such as swimwear and programs with paid advertisements.

What is a "Short Course Season"?

The "Short Course Season" is November through March. The pool length is 25 yards. The swimmers and coaches refer to one length of the pool as a "25".

What is a "Long Course Season"?

The "Long Course Season" is May through July. The pool length is 50 meters (slightly longer than 50 yards).

What equipment does my swimmer need?

All swimmers will need goggles. Caps are helpful for swimmers with long hair. A good suit that is not very baggy is necessary for practices. Team suits are not required but may be purchased at the swimmer’s expense.

Do the swimmers need to participate in meets?

A swimmer may be a part of the Mandan Marlins without participating in meets. The fun of participating in meets is to show what you have learned during the practices. The Marlins host one or two meets per season and have the State meet at our pool on a rotating schedule. The swimmers who have eligible times will participate in the State meet within their age group. Meets are also sponsored by other clubs that the Marlins can participate in during the season. Watch for more information on upcoming meets on the bulletin board at the pool or check our website. You can check meet schedules and results at the ND Swimming website.

How do I register for swim meets?

When there is an upcoming meet scheduled, the meet information is posted on the bulletin board at the south end of the pool. All swimmers must register for a meet with Coach John Sauber. There is a deadline for registration on each meet form and on the Calendar of Events. Payment for each meet is required at the time of the meet registration.