| What is U.S.M.S.? |
| United States Masters Swimming (USMS)
is a national organization
that provides organized workouts, competitions, clinics and workshops
for adults aged 18 and over. Programs are open to all adult swimmers
(fitness, triathlete, competitive, non-competitive) who are dedicated
to improving their fitness through swimming.
Founded in 1970, the non-profit corporation is organized with 500 clubs in 53 regions throughout the United States. Membership numbers more than 42,000, with individual members ranging in age from 18 to over 100. Within the clubs, structured workouts, often with a coach, offer well-thought-out training assistance. Pool and open-water races provide opportunities to compete and measure individual progress at the local, state, national and international levels. USMS programs also offer stroke and technique clinics, workshops, and instruction, as well as social functions. All USMS programs are
designed to help swimmers improve fitness
and/or train for specific goals, and offer active support for a healthy
lifestyle through friendship, and camaraderie. Arizona Masters is a
U.S.M.S. club. When we participate in events outside of our state
boundaries we swim as
Arizona Masters. Ford Aquatics Masters is an Arizona Masters team. When
we
participate in events within our state boundaries we compete as Ford
Aquatics Masters. |
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