United States Masters Swimming
Masters swimming is an organized program of swimming for adults. U.S. Masters Swimming, founded in 1970, is a non-profit membership national governing body. The program began when the first National Masters Swimming Championships were held on May 2, 1970 at the Amarillo Aquatic Club pool. Captain Ransom J. Arthur, M.D., a San Diego navy doctor, had persuaded John Spannuth, President of the Coaches Association, that the event would give older swimmers (ex-competitors and beginners) a goal for keeping physically fit. Ransom's mission of encouraging adults to improve fitness through swimming has grown over the years into a nationwide organization that currently includes over 42,000 adult swimmers.
Members participate in a variety of ways ranging from lap swimming to international competition. The program is organized by the United States Masters Swimming (USMS) organization, which 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. In order for swimmers to be eligible for USMS competition, they must sign up with USMS and obtain a membership card for a small fee, which is dependent upon location.
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