Hello, Lincoln Lightning!

Thank you for your patience! Registration for the 2026 season is now open!

Returning Swimmer Registration
Registration for returning swimmers is open as of today, Wednesday, February 18.
Register online at: https://secure.rec1.com/CA/lincoln-ca/catalog

If your child plans to swim this season, they must be registered by April 1 to avoid attending tryouts. Each age group will have a maximum amount of swimmers  to ensure a safe practice environment, so register soon!

• Age Groups: Swimmers will be placed in the age group based on their age as of June 1, 2025.
• Birth Certificates: A copy of your child’s birth certificate is required by April 1 to verify age (league requirement).
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Or bring a copy to the Community Center front office (Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.)
• Fees: $275 per swimmer | Sibling discount: $225
  • If you have an issue with the sibling discount at checkout, please let me know.
  • There are also scholarship opportunities available for those who qualify.
• Season Dates: April 27 – July 30
• Additional Information (practice times, meet schedules, etc.): https://lincoln.swimtopia.com/

Parent Information Night
Interested in swimming this summer but have questions about the upcoming changes? Join us for a presentation and Q&A.

📅 Wednesday, February 25
🕕 6:00–7:00 p.m.
📍 McBean Park Pavilion

Lincoln Lightning Parent Committee Meeting
Our next meeting will be held:

📅 Wednesday, March 4th
🕠 5:30–7:00 p.m.
📍 Lincoln Community Center

We are still seeking volunteers to fill several key roles for the upcoming season, including:

• Meet Computer Operations- need 1-2 more people
• Swim Suits & Apparel- one more
• Fundraising & Sponsorships- one more
• Social- 1-2 people

We are putting multiple people in most roles to alleviate too much pressure on one person. If you are interested in volunteering, please email me at [email protected]. 

Competitive Swim Clinics
We still have openings in our March and April Saturday Competitive Swim Clinics.
Register here: https://secure.rec1.com/CA/lincoln-ca/catalog

Please feel free to reach out with any questions. We look forward to seeing everyone on the pool deck soon!

Megan Henry

Recreation Coordinator

City of Lincoln