USMS Allegheny Mountain Masters

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What is U.S. Masters Swimming:

U.S. Masters Swimming (USMS) was founded in 1970.  A non-profit corporation, USMS supports more than 1,000 adult swim programs in 52 regions throughout the United States.  There are more than 50,000 individual members ranging in age from 18—100.  On the local level, most USMS swim programs offer structured practices and training assistance from trained swim coaches.  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, instruction and social functions.  USMS programs draw people from all walks of life and provide their members with a community that offers active support for a healthy lifestyle through aquatic fitness, friendship and camaraderie.

What is Allegheny Mountain Masters?

The objective of Allegheny Mountain Masters (AMAM) is to promote and develop coaches, clinics, open water, fitness and competitive swimming for the benefit of adult swimmers of all ages and abilities through education and encouragement.

The territory of the LMSC for AMAM includes all counties in Pennsylvania west of Potter, Clinton, Center, Huntingdon and Bedford Counties; Counties of Marshall, Brook, Ohio and Hancock in West Virginia and Counties of Columbiana, Belmont and Jefferson in Ohio.

The LMSC for AMAM has jurisdiction over the sport of Masters Competitive Swimming as has been delegated to it by USMS.

Who can join?

Anyone 18 years of age and older is invite to join a local program and become a USMS member.  Programs are open to fitness, competitive, open water, and triathlon swimmers alike.  Whether you have just your first stroke, are trying to break a national record, or just want to stay fit, USMS provides a fun and friendly atmosphere for you to work toward your individual goals.  You don’t have to be racing the clock to experience the rewards and support found in USMS Allegheny Mountain Masters.
Text Box: Click HERE for the snail-mail form to join US Masters. Click HERE for the e-link to join US Masters.

 

USMS Membership Benefits:

· Opportunity to participate in USMS organized workouts.

· Exclusive access to online coaching at usms.org.

· Subscription to SWIMMER magazine and the member e-newsletter.

· A usms.org identity and blog to share photos & stories and connect with swimmers around the country.

· Opportunities to compete in more than 500 sanctioned USMS events at the local, regional, national and international levels.  These include pool & open-water competitions, clinics and fitness challenge events.

· The ability to track your progress via a personal online fitness log.

· National tracking of your competition swims.

· Recognition & awards for your performance.

· Additional insurance coverage while participating in USMS sanctioned events.

· Access to scholarships & grants.

· Education & certification programs for coaches.

· Volunteer opportunities.

· Exclusive sponsor discounts . . . And so much more!