Benefits of Joining Masters (movie clip -- .avi format)

Application Process

• Complete USMS registration form and make a check payable to Missouri Valley Masters Swimming for the annual registration fee.
• Mail a self-addressed, stamped envelope, the registration form and check to the Missouri Valley Swimming Registrar.

• To provide the best possible environment for each of us to enjoy the sport of swimming in our own unique way.
• Swim year round.
• Employ high quality coaches to run organized workouts.

What is United States Masters Swimming?

United States Masters Swimming’s (USMS) prime credo is fitness. Masters swimming means wanting to be fit, having the pleasure of being with other swimmers sharing these interests, and for some releasing the competitive juices from time to time.

USMS is a national organization that exists to help swimmers enjoy the sport to its fullest. USMS organization is composed of several zones, regions and local clubs. For example, the River City Sharks is a local club in Lawrence, Kansas and is in the Missouri Valley region that is part of the Breadbasket zone. Competition is based on this organizational structure with local, regional, zone and national championships. USMS encourages swimmers of all abilities to become a part of this great sport and stay fit for life.

Who are the club members?

They are a represented by fitness swimmers, competitive swimmers, and triathletes. Teams can be composed of all levels of swimming ability from inexperienced to national caliber.

What are practice sessions like?

Typically, the first fifteen minutes of the 1.5 hours are for general warmup. The coach then starts practice with a set designed to get the swimmers ready for the main set(s). The main sets are designed to stress the different energy systems and are designed with the swimmers ability in mind. Some sets will be included to improve stroke technique. 

United States Masters Swimming Registration and Fee

• All members should be registered with USMS or USS. This can allow for swimming facilities to be in compliance with insurance regulations (if applicable).
• All members need to renew their registration by the second week of January.
• Visitors should  be registered with USMS or USS.