The Ben Franklin Swim Team is sponsored by the South Suburban Parks and Recreation District, and a member of Rocky Mountain Swim League (RMSL).  The purpose of the League is to provide an opportunity for kids ages 18 & under to develop swimming skills and gain a positive, recreational experience through competition.  There are three divisions, with each division based on the number of swimmers and ranking of each team.  Ben Franklin is in the A Division, comprised of the larger teams.  Ben Franklin has had approximately 150-160 swimmers the last few seasons. 

Swimmers are divided into age groups for practices and swim meets events.  The age of the swimmer on June 1 determines the age group the swimmer will compete in throughout the summer season.  The age group divisions are as follows:

6 & Under                                           8 & Under

9-10                                                     11-12

13-14                                                   15-18

Registration

Swimmers on the Ben Franklin Swim Team are required to register through South Suburban Parks and Recreation District, (SSPRD).  The registration fee goes to the District to pay League registration fees, coach salaries, swimmer insurance, pool maintenance, equipment, and fees for Preliminaries entries.