Though I frequently rave about my semi-national health club chain for its workout benefits when I travel, nothing comes close to what I consider the #1 benefit of USMS: dropping in for workouts in random cities around the US. In the last 3 years, I've swum with teams in over 20 different pools (forums.usms.org/blog.php, many times for free, always with a hearty welcome and a great workout. I've swum in some of the 'storied' pools of our nation, with some of USMS' legendary coaches and teams, and met some neat people across the land.
If you're not taking advantage of this benefit, do so on your next trip. You won't be disappointed. If you're part of a Masters team that hasn't recently updated your website or info on http://www.usms.org/placswim/, do so and enjoy some friendly visitors.
What's your favorite drop-in swim experience?
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good topic!
i've had the pleasure to drop in on:
USMS clubs
Asphalt Green (AGUA) in NYC
Nitro in Austin, TX
MAC in Charlotte, NC
Tiburon Peninsula Club, CA
Coral Springs, FL
OW clubs
The Serps London
Dolphin Club, SF
South End Rowing Club, SF
Swim Art, SF Bay
On my last trip, I got to meet/swim with/float around/hang out with lots of friends and acquaintances from this forum and others at La Jolla, Longbeach, Pismo Beach, Santa Cruz and SF... it was a whirlwind tour, but so worth it.
good topic!
i've had the pleasure to drop in on:
USMS clubs
Asphalt Green (AGUA) in NYC
Nitro in Austin, TX
MAC in Charlotte, NC
Tiburon Peninsula Club, CA
Coral Springs, FL
OW clubs
The Serps London
Dolphin Club, SF
South End Rowing Club, SF
Swim Art, SF Bay
On my last trip, I got to meet/swim with/float around/hang out with lots of friends and acquaintances from this forum and others at La Jolla, Longbeach, Pismo Beach, Santa Cruz and SF... it was a whirlwind tour, but so worth it.
