Coho Mission

The COHO Swim Club is a developmental and competitive swimming club. COHO is a sponsored organization of the Deerfield Park District and an affiliated program of the Park District of Highland Park open to swimmers of all ages and ability levels. Our mission is to provide coaches, facilities, and support for increased proficiency in competitive amateur swimming; to encourage and develop sound swimming skills; and to develop good sportsmanship, individual integrity and a supportive and positive team atmosphere.

COHO Objectives

• To build a base from which we can expand membership to share our sport with as many people as we can.
• To encourage and develop excellence in developmental and competitive swimming.
• To promote competitive swimming on a local, regional, and national level.
• To provide training, development, and support for the coaching staff.
• To develop and promote a club social program to encourage attendance, develop team unity, and build long-term friendships between team members and club families.
• To encourage and develop a supportive parent and administration layer.
• To develop and administer an adequate evaluation system.
• To provide equipment and facilities which promote excellence in swimming.