what percentage of active swimmers are members of USMS?
Former Member
I have thought about joining, but can`t come up with a good reason why I should. My schedule conflicts with every team in my area and I really don`t have a strong desire to compete anyway. Already a member of the NRA and the discounts trump anything USMS can offer. Not a whole lot of equipment needed for swimming, so store discounts don`t really seem all that important. I wonder what percentage of active swimmers are members of the USMS?
Our team requires all members to join USMS.
My team used to have the same requirements. About 2 or 3 years ago the team started doing its own insurance, and dropped the USMS requirement.
For me personally, the $38/year isn't a huge expense, so I continue to do it. I travel a fair amount, and having the USMS card helps with getting into other workouts. I do look at these forums, and elsewhere on the USMS site, for all kinds of info. And if I ever do a meet again, I'll be ready in that regard. ;)
Our team requires all members to join USMS.
My team used to have the same requirements. About 2 or 3 years ago the team started doing its own insurance, and dropped the USMS requirement.
For me personally, the $38/year isn't a huge expense, so I continue to do it. I travel a fair amount, and having the USMS card helps with getting into other workouts. I do look at these forums, and elsewhere on the USMS site, for all kinds of info. And if I ever do a meet again, I'll be ready in that regard. ;)
