Coaches & Team Leaders

USA Swimming is granting an extension until March 31, 2021 for coaches whose Lifeguard Training, In-Water Safety Training or CPR/AED certifications expire between July 31, 2020 and March 31, 2021.

Please visit the Coaching Membership Requirement Checklist page for more information.

Our Core Values

Coaching Behind a Cause

USA Swimming exists for the growth and success of swimming in the United States. Coaches are integral to this mission, guiding swimmers to excellence in the pool, and instilling in them the tools they need to succeed in life beyond competition. Here’s where they can find the resources they need to do that, including education, safety training, safe sport information, information on workshops and clinics, and more.

Sustained Success

We provide coaches the tools necessary to build their skills and become successful. We provide clubs with the resources to become safe and inclusive environments; the educational opportunities to support and engage non-athlete volunteers; and the operational expertise to contribute to a club’s success.

Public Engagement and Growth

We promote water safety and emphasize that swimming saves lives. We prioritize growth in participation for all cultures, ages, genders, economic backgrounds and levels of ability.

Best in Class NGB

We strive for members to recognize the value and impact of the organization on their lives. We strive to be recognized as a leader in Safe Sport.

Coach Top Resources

Everything you need to be a coach member of USA Swimming, along with tools that will help you keep your swimmers and teams performing at the highest level.

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Become a Coach

Rules & Regulations

Online Clinics & Webinars

Club Marketing Toolkit (12 & under)

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Disability

Kick Set Podcast

Tech Suit Restrictions FAQs

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Coaching Education Resources

New and renewing coaches must follow these steps to manage their membership requirements. There is no grace period. Coach membership is not valid if any of the requirements lapse or expire.

Education Resources

WE ALL BELONG

As the National Governing Body of the sport of swimming, we are obligated to identify and lead in removing barriers and creating opportunities that will allow us to be inclusive.

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Upcoming Events & Clinics

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Phillips 66 International Team Trials

June 27-July 01, 2023

Indianapolis, IN

Indiana University Natatorium

Speedo Sectionals- Roseville, CA

July 13-16, 2023

Roseville, CA

Roseville Aquatics Complex

Speedo Sectionals- Fullerton, CA

July 13-16, 2023

Fullerton, CA

Phillips 66 International Team Trials

June 27-July 01, 2023

Indianapolis, IN

Indiana University Natatorium

Speedo Sectionals- Roseville, CA

July 13-16, 2023

Roseville, CA

Roseville Aquatics Complex

Speedo Sectionals- Fullerton, CA

July 13-16, 2023

Fullerton, CA

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COMMITTED TO SAFESPORT

USA Swimming's top priority continues to be keeping our athletes safe. No form of abuse, including child sexual abuse, has a place in our sport. As a part of our continued commitment to safeguarding our athletes, USA Swimming has enacted enhancements to our SafeSport policy and education requirements.

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