Whether your club is owned and managed by the coach, an institution such as a school or YMCA, or a parent-run board, we have information here to help it run smoothly. Marketing and fundraising, risk management and insurance, selecting staff, and recruiting and retaining volunteers are all essential components of running a successful club.
The most common organizational model for swim teams in the United States is the parent-owned, non-profit or not for profit corporation. This legal structure allows a team to maintain tax-exempt status.
Many successful competitive swimming programs in the United States are coach or privately owned. These teams are legally structured one of several ways. Traditionally there have been numerous sole proprietor and partnership arrangements.
There are many places in the United States where the swim team is one of the programs offered by the owner or operator of a swimming facility. These entities typically include universities or colleges, YMCAs or YWCAs, Boys and Girls Clubs, park and recreation departments, and private schools or school districts.
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The success of a group is determined by how well the people involved see their responsibilities affecting the program in a positive way. The volunteer who feels appreciated will continue to work and be productive. Praise is the easiest and quickest way to encourage someone. Saying "Thank you" can be the same as a Gold Medal!
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USA Swimming offers two classes of membership:
(1) Group members, including clubs, seasonal clubs and organizations; and
(2) Individual members, including athletes, coaches, officials, and non-athletes. Individual members register through their clubs, or, if not associated with a member club, directly through the local Registration Chair.
We recommend that you review all of the material in this section before submitting your application. If you have any questions, please contact the following: