Our mission: Promote the enjoyment of competitive swimming and diving through positive motivation, sound stroke development, and commitment to personal growth in a supportive team environment.
Swim Team
Swim Practice
Practice starts: Tuesday, May 26
Runs: Monday–Friday through July 10
| Group | Practice Time |
|---|---|
| Intermediate swimmers (approx. ages 9–11) | 8:00–8:45 AM |
| Advanced swimmers (12+) | 8:45–9:45 AM |
| Beginners (7–8) | 9:45–10:25 AM |
| Juniors (6 & under) | 10:25–11:00 AM |
Note: Ages are approximate—some swimmers may be moved based on skill level.
2026 Swim Meet Schedule
Meets start: 5:30 PM
Warmups: 4:30 PM
- Monday June 1, 5:30 pm — Intrasquad meet @ Lindgate (pool closes at 4:00 PM)
- Monday June 8, 5:30 pm — @ Crestwood
- Monday June 15, 5:30 pm — @ Lindgate vs. Briar Hill Farm (pool closes at 4:00 PM)
- Monday June 22, 5:30 pm — @ Warson Woods
- Monday June 29, 5:30 pm — @ Brentwood
- Monday July 6, 5:30 pm — @ Big Bend Woods
- Saturday July 11, 8 am — Conference @ Rockwood Summit
Swim Coaches
Head Coach: Caleb Saffold — [email protected]
Coach Caleb is in his second year with Lindgate Swim Club. Caleb grew up in Wisconsin, and moved to St. Louis to study Psychology and Classics at Washington University. While there, he both swam and coached swimming at WashU. He has spent the last year coaching at Gateway Swim Club and interning with a Bankruptcy Judge at the Thomas F. Eagleton U.S. Courthouse. He still loves to swim and can usually be found in the pool or relaxing in a hammock at the park.
Assistant Coaches: Grace Lawrence and Drew Morgan
Swim Registration
How to register: An email will be sent to members in early May.
Swim Coordinators (Business / Volunteer / Registration Questions)
-
- Swim: Adrien Kerksick & Lisa Mueller — [email protected]
- Registration/Computer: Dena Johnson — [email protected]
Team Suits
Please purchase a Lindgate Gators team suit from B&B Aquatics located at 1163 Colonnade Center in Des Peres.
They offer a team discount of 25% and can be very helpful with sizing.
Dive Team
Dive Team Overview
The Gator dive team is recreational and welcomes all ages and skill levels—come try diving, build skills, and have fun.
Dive Practice
Practice starts: Tuesday, May 26
Runs: Monday–Friday through July 12
| GROUP | PRACTICE TIME |
| Ages 10 and under | 10:30 am – 11:30 am (arrive at 10:20) |
| Ages 11+ | 11:30 am – 12:30pm (arrive at 11:20) |
2026 Dive Meet Schedule
- Saturday June 13, 9 am — @ Lindgate vs. Cool Dell
- Saturday June 20, 9 am — @ River Bend
- Saturday June 27, 9 am — @ Missouri Athletic Club vs. MAC & Seven Pines
- Sunday July 12, 8 am — Conference @ Cool Dell
Dive Coaches
Head Coach: Melissa Lloyd
Melissa grew up swimming and diving at LMSC and is now a member with her husband and three children. She was a top state diver all four years of high school. She has coached at LMSC, Clayton Diving Alliance, Webster Groves, and Westminster Christian Academy. In her free time she loves to see live music and trying out new restaurants. She is so excited to be back at Lindgate coaching!
Assistant Coach: Katie Landsbaum
Dive Registration
How to register: An email will be sent to members in early May.
Dive Coordinator: Amanda Landsbaum — [email protected]
Team Suits
If you have a Lindgate swim team suit, please wear that. If not, please purchase a similar green and black swimsuit.
This can be purchased from B&B Aquatics located at 1163 Colonnade Center in Des Peres. They offer 25% off team suits and can be very helpful with sizing. An email will be sent to members in early May.
Photo Credit
Main/top photo by Ray Glaser.
