Wanting to Compete Someday

You can start your search here: https://www.usms.org/events

Also, sometimes there are non-USMS events. Ask around with competitive swimmers at your local pool.

Got it!

Thank you so much!

Will I also need to wear a tech suit or a regular suit?

Your choice. I don't think you will feel out of place either way. Lots of women in tank suits and men in either endurance jammers or briefs at local meets. Tech suits are more common at the bigger meets like nationals, but a few folks still go low-tech.

V9Z2F welcome to USMS! Karl_S is exactly right. That link is the best way to find an event in your area. We also offer virtual events each month you can participate in: https://www.usms.org/events/fitness-events

Whatever suit you feel most comfortable in, will be fine. Our members have different goals for different meets so someone may be trying to break a club record in the same event that someone is doing their first event and that range of goals typically translates to the range of suits you will see on deck. Let us know if you have anymore questions.