Any peas with kids who dive?

She probably needs a competitive swim suit.

I know very little but I think she'll want a snug fitting suit- one-piece - tank style with a sturdy back (racer or keyhole...nothing with ties) that will stay in place. I think what she has will probably be fine for day 1 but don't be surprised if she comes home with a specific (expensive) suit she needs to buy. My sister used to swim on a team - she had practise suits and race suits...none of which were cheap - I suspect diving is similar.

DD's friend (19) is a collegiate diver, having come up the ranks. Every time I've seen one of her videos, it's always a once piece, snug fitting suit as a PP mentioned.

I don't know if it is the right kind but Costco usually has speedo suits this time of year.

DD was a diver in high school. You'll want to find a suit like Speedo at a sporting goods store. A regular swimsuit is too flimsy and the straps or legs might get pulled away when she hits the water.

Gymnasts make great divers. It's a natural fit.

I thought the same thing too and couldn't figure out why the type of suit she wears would matter. LOLOL

 
Beginning divers who are already gymnasts often catch on faster than a non-gymnast beginner because the gymnasts are already aware of their body in the air, and they can do flips without fear, and going somewhere headfirst isn't as scary. lol

And, if there's no info on the website then I'd go get an inexpensive (like from Costco) Speedo or "athletic" type one-piece for now, then wait to see what the coach asks for.

Competitive suits can get expensive. Talk (email) to the coach for specifics before you purchase anything. It most likely matter for her first practice.

DS is a swimmer and his team has designated practice gear, plus the competition suit. The divers practice at a different time, so I don't know specifics but all of ours were gymnasts first. Hope she has fun!

ETA even his public highschool has an official swim sponsor. It's not mandatory their gear be used exclusively for practice, but it's considered polite at our school. The state athletic association has rules too. I'd ask before randomly purchasing anything. If they've been pursuing her, they'll appreciate she wants to get it right from the beginning.

I coached diving for years and had 2 HS state champs during my tenure. I just anted to chime in and say that the developmental programs at PITT are amazing. They really have the act together and bring in very talented coaches, swimmers and divers to run their programs. I wish her the best!

My kids will swim with sharks but they won't jump off anything higher than a metre.