FAQ\'s
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What is Masters?
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Masters swimming is an organized program of swimming for adults. Members participate in a variety of ways ranging from lap swimming to international competition.
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Who are the members?
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Anyone 18 or over can join Masters swimming.
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Where does Sun Devil Masters Swim?
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We currently swim at locations in Tempe and Scottsdale at the following pools: ASU Mona Plummer Aquatic Complex, ASU Student Rec. CenterCactus Aquatic Center and McDowell Mt. Ranch Aquatic Center.
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Is it necessary that I register with United States Masters Swimming?
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No, Sun Devil Masters carries private insurance. However, if you have plans to compete in any Masters swim meets you will need to be a current USMS member. Our local LMSC can be found at www.azlmsc.org.
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What are the benefits of membership of USMS?
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Benefits can be measured in many ways. When you join you\'re automatically covered by the group\'s insurance which provides accident and liability insurance during all sanctioned events and organized workouts.
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Do I have to compete?
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Everyone has his or her own reason for belonging - health, fitness, camaraderie, fun, the thrill of competition, travel and coaching are but a few.
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About 30% of Masters swimmers compete in swimming meets on a regular basis. For those who are serious competitors, there are an incredible number of opportunities to test your skill and conditioning. Short Course (25 yard and 25 meter) and Long Course (50 meter) pool meets, lake and ocean open water swims, postal meets, special events and international championships are all part of an ambitious program of Masters swimming.
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A recent U.S. Masters Swimming national championship meet drew 2,400 participants. It was the largest swimming meet ever held in North America. An international Masters championship in Japan ranks as the largest swimming meet ever.  But if competing isn\'t your style, there\'s no need to feel pressured.  Many Masters swimmers are simply interested in the regular routine of working out.
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Are workouts always organized?
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One of the greatest benefits of Masters swimming is to be able to practice with an organized group.
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There\'s no question that the motivation and instruction a coach provides is a powerful advantage. Research has shown that interval training has innumerable benefits over simple lap swimming, so most Masters swimmers prefer structured workouts.
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