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09/06/2010 USA Swimming Coach Joins Survivor Cast

USA Swimming-registered Coach Holly Hoffman of Eureka, S.D., has joined the cast for the upcoming season of the CBS hit show, Survivor. Hoffman cites her "determination" as the asset that will take her to the 1 million dollar prize.

09/03/2010 Recruiting Materials Available for Clubs

This year, USA Swimming has created new recruiting materials for our 2,800 member clubs.

09/02/2010 2012 Olympic Trials Cuts Released

2012 Olympic Trials Cuts Released

08/31/2010 Baxter, Iriondo take 1-2 in 10K in Maui

Team USA’s Tristin Baxter and Damarias Iriondo went 1-2 in the women’s 10K open water race Monday at the Junior Pan Pacific Championships in Maui. Baxter finished nearly three minutes ahead of the rest of the field, turning in a time of 1 hour, 58 minutes and 42.77 seconds. Iriondo was second in 2:01:35.60, while Japan’s Haruna Ota was third in 2:03:16.67.

04/27/2010 USA Swimming announces 7-Point Action Plan for a safe and positive sport environment

USA Swimming announced today the immediate implementation of a 7-Point Action Plan to address the issue of child protection in the sport. The plan outlines seven action steps to make certain the best possible safeguards are in place for the organization’s 300,000 members.

SWIM CLUB NEWS

09/03/2010 Recruiting Materials Available for Clubs

This year, USA Swimming has created new recruiting materials for our 2,800 member clubs.

05/01/2010 OPEN LETTER: USA Swimming Board implements measures that support 7-Point Plan

We are pleased to share with you that the USA Swimming Board of Directors acted this weekend to immediately implement a series of landmark measures that support the plan.

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SWIM CLUBS: THE BACKBONE OF USA SWIMMING

Swim Clubs are the foundation of USA Swimming and years of success are a direct result of our club system. Clubs give swimmers their very first swim team experiences and train our current and future Olympians.

As a benefit of membership, USA Swimming provides a variety resources to our clubs. From starting a club to keeping it thriving, the club programs and services are invaluable to building and maintaining a successful club.

WHAT IS AVAILABLE TO CLUBS?

Type of Clubs – The advantages and disadvantages to the three primary club types.
Starting A Club – The resources, forms and documents you need to start a new swim club.
Club Marketing & Recruiting – Programs and resources to help you publicize your club and attract new members.
Recognition Programs – Motivational programs for clubs including Club Excellence, Virtual Club Championships and Club Recognition Program
Business & Administration – Tips on recruiting and retaining volunteers, club goverance, finance, risk management and safety.
Running A Swim Meet – Some suggestions on how to run safe and effect competitions.
Conferences, Clinics & Workshops – Sessions on club leadership, coaching, diversity, and facility developmnet. Find descriptions and upcoming conference schedules.
Club Development Services – The Club Development Division provides consulting services of various kinds. Find out what is available to your club.

SEARCH FOR A CLUB

Find a USA Swimming Club near you and dive into the world of competitive swimming for fun, friends and exclusive member benefits.

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START A CLUB

Are you ready to start a club? Check out the resource page to help you ask the right questions and get your paperwork in order.

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Featured Programs

New Recruiting Materials for Your Club

USA Swimming has created exciting new recruiting materials for our 2,800 member clubs to use to help "Build the Base." These materials are available to you to help you inspire your existing and prospective swimmers by spreading the message that by joining your club, they are joining America's Swim Team - the club of 300,000.

The new materials are available via free download and feature a diverse group of age group swimmers as well as Olympic heroes such as Ryan Lochte, Natalie Coughlin, Ricky Berens, Ari Kukors, Dana Vollmer and Matt Grevers!

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EDUCATIONAL FEATURE

FUNDRAISING RESPONSIBILITY -- STAFF OR BOARD?

Who is reponsible in the swim club for fundraising. Is it a duty of the board or should it be a staff responsibility. Each group has specific areas of responsibility for fundraising.

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REGIONAL Coach Clinics

Fall Dates Now Available-Save the Date

The Regional Coaching Clinic program brings affordable clinics directly to teams in their own LSC's. These clinics are designed for the entire coaching staff from the novice coach to the senior level coach. For only $60 one coach can attend or for only $120 an entire staff can attend the clinic.

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Successful Sport Parenting CD

Great for both new and returning parents!

The parent-coach-club triangle of support is crucial to the development of successful swimmers. The Successful Sport Parenting CD is an interactive CD with unique sections for parents, coaches and club administrators. Watch interviews with coaches, parents and athletes, learn from presentations and download documents on every topic involved in sport parenting. Parents can learn how to support athletes through all stages of athlete development. Coaches get tips on developing a healthy and productive coach/parent relationship. Club administrators can learn how to engage parents in all aspects of club organization. The end result……a successful swimmer!

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IM Ready

The First Step in IMX

The first step in the IMX Challenge is IM Ready (or IMR). To get "IM Ready," swimmers compete in a series of five events at shorter distances testing thier abilities in all strokes.