GIST is a year-round competitive USA swim team located on Galveston Island. GIST is a small but growing team. Swimmers from age 6 to 18 may try out. The team competes in swim meets one or two times a month in the greater Houston area. The parent run, non-profit team was founded in 1994 and practices 5 days a week. Practices are held at the Ball High Pool (Avenue P & 43rd street). Practice times vary depending on the swimmer's ability.