Click here to register for the June 21st Tri-State Meet at SPIRE Academy

Click here to register for the June 21st Tri-State Meet at SPIRE Academy

Encouraging Adults to Swim.

The Niagara Local Masters Swim Committee (LMSC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to a healthy swimming lifestyle for adult swimmers, within the Western NY region. The Niagara LMSC is the local governing body of U.S. Masters Swimming (USMS).

There are over 600 registered Masters Swimmers in Niagara and over 60,000 in USMS. Anyone 18 years of age or older is eligible to join. No prior competitive swimming experience is necessary.

Latest News

The first of its kind Tri-state Tidal wave is getting underway! Big awards at stake with 1st place club, 1st place LMSC, and of course a rubber ducky for completing your first event!
We want to hear from you! Send us your swim story to be featured on our Instagram and Facebook accounts. Email your name, photo and story to NIchair@usms.org or send us a message. #usmastersswimming #swimming #shareyourstory
FOMO from our Happy Hour? Get the full scoop at our virtual info session! Perfect for those who couldn't make it or want extra info. Link in bio under Grown up swimming for zoom sign up happening June 17th @ 6pm
Summer Swimming is calling! Check out the link in our bio for Niagara LMSC events that have been updated with @grownupswimming happening throughout the region and the big Tri-state tidal wave meet happening June 21st! #justaddwater for #summerfun2025
Make Waves as a Volunteer at the Tri-State Tidal Wave!🌊 Want the best seat in the house for some thrilling swimming action? We need YOU to help make the Tri-State Tidal Wave a fantastic experience for all the athletes! Score FREE parking, a prime
Join us for a Happy Hour that will help answer question about Grown up swimming(GUS) with the Niagara League Director Yushi. This is a fun, low stakes swimming league that focuses on adults reliving their glory days. USMS has partnered with GUS and i
@nickelcitysplash made a texas sized splash at the #usmsnationals this year in San Antonio! Congrats to all our athletes and thanks @mastersswimming for putting on such a great event!
@grownupswimming is a fun, low stakes swimming league that focuses on adults reliving their glory days! Niagara LMSC is commited to enabling this in the Buffalo/Niagara Area so if swimming 25’s and having a beer with your buddies afterwards sou
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With Niagara Masters Swimming, you can…

Join a diverse community.

Find camaraderie, build friendships and network with adult swimmers from all walks of life. We have active members from 18 to 90 years of age! Everyone is welcome.

Compete, if you want to.

There are over 60,000 members of USMS and 600 in Niagara. Compete with fellow swimmers in your age group and set your goals! Aim for personal best times in your age group, records, or USMS Top Ten rankings. There are regional, national, and international masters meets all over the globe.

Prioritize your fitness.

Swimming is a great form of exercise! A USMS membership includes daily written workouts of all types: basic, triathlon, expectant/new mothers, stroke/IM, high intensity, high volume, and open water.

Improve your technique.

USMS will make you a better swimmer. Your membership includes a wealth of articles and videos about technique, and a subscription to Swimmer magazine.

Swim all over the country.

Want to get away? Traveling for business? With a USMS membership, you can link up with a local masters group in many cities and practice with them.

Free 30-day Trial Membership

U.S. Masters Swimming provides short-term guest membership to prospective members who wish to try out a Masters Swimming program, to participate in workouts, clinics, or Adult Learn-to-Swim programs.

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have a question that isn’t answered here, please email NIWebmaster@usms.org.

  • Complete the registration for both U.S. Masters Swimming (USMS) and Local Masters Swimming Committee (LMSC) for the current calendar year at this link, and reach out to your LMSC location for more information on when to begin. Niagara LMSC email is NIWebmaster@usms.org

  • The first membership is a national fee that goes toward the USMS program which are used toward making an investment in expanded programs, services, and membership benefits. The second membership goes towards your LMSC region to help cover costs for coaches, pool time, lifeguards, and other administrative fees.

  • You can find the clubs within the local area by visiting this are of our website.

  • Each LMSC club has their own practice schedules and workouts.

  • There are no competitive requirements to be a member of Niagara Masters. Niagara Masters serves all swimmers, whether they are competing USMS members, multi-sport athletes, or fitness swimmers. And, while you don’t have to compete, all Niagara members have the opportunity to compete in local, regional, national, and international swim events.

  • You can visit Club Assistant to see all upcoming masters swim meets nationwide.

  • No. While you do need to be a member of the USMS program to compete, you will have additional fees for each meet you compete in. These meet fees help pay for lifeguards, officials, pool time, and utilities.

  • Yes. You should always reach out to the local club prior to visiting their area for more information. View all registered LMSC clubs here.

  • Yes. We offer an Adult Learn to Swim (ALTS) program for any adult whom wishes to learn how to swim. Please click here to find an instructor/program in your local area.

“The people involved with Masters Swimming have always been supportive, friendly, and welcoming.”

— Jim, Niagara LMSC Swimmer