The Board of Directors decided to extend the recommendation to not sanction in-person pool and open water events through Oct. 31 and begin Phase 1 of returning to competition on Nov. 1 during its virtual meeting on Monday.

In the coming weeks, the board will release recommendations for sanctioned events, which will include event size and travel limitations along with a safety plan. All local, state, and federal guidelines and orders, as well as facility requirements, will supersede USMS's recommendations if they are more restrictive. We will send another email once these guidelines are published.

The COVID-19 Event Resources page will continue to be updated with information as available.

Please contact Event Services with any questions. If you're aware of meets that have been canceled or postponed, please contact Volunteer Services,  so we can assist in updating the Calendar of Events and our sanctions database. 

Virtual events that can be completed in a workout setting (pool or open water) are and will continue to be offered as we ease back into competitions. Here is a list of the virtual events members who have access to swim safely can choose from: 2020 USMS 5K/10K ePostal National Championships  (June 1–Sept. 30), 2020 USMS 3000/6000-Yard ePostal National Championship (Sept. 15–Nov. 15), 2020 SmartyPants Vitamins USMS Fall Fitness Challenge (Nov. 15–30), and Go the Distance  (ongoing).