WORLDS
XI FINA World Masters
The registration deadline for the FINA Worlds is 3 June 2005. You can register online at https://www.usms.org/comp/worlds06/entry/.
This is a great place to compete against swimmers in your age group and ability. You can swim any of the long course events if you make the qualifying time. The 3KM open water swim will be at Crown Beach in Alameda - water temperature is expected to be between 60-71 degrees. Swimmers can swim up to five individual events (but only two on a day), three relays and the open water swim.
SPONSORSHIP FOR THE WORLDS
Become a sponsor of the XI FINA World Masters Championships. For additional benefits by donating to the non-profit organization hosting the event, you will receive a sticker at registration to add to your ID card to receive your benefits. Sponsorship levels include:
PATRON $2500
A patron will receive individual meet entry fees paid, expedited processing at registration and check in. Preferred seating in the Avery Aquatic Center, Entrys feel paid for all social events, an officials logo polo shirt and hat, an official swimbag, a Speedo Fastkin II suit and a preferred parking pass (priceless).
FRIEND SPONSOR $500
A friend sponsor will receive expedited processing, entry fees paid for all social events and an official logo t-shirt and hat.
SEAL SPONSOR $100
A seal sponsor will receive expedited processing at registration, a limited edition XI FINA Masters logo mascot seal and an official logo t-shirt and hat.
The Organizing Committee hopes that you will consider become a sponsor at one of the above levels. If you have already registered, you can go online to add sponsorship to your registration.
SPORTS MEDICINE CONFERENCE
United States Masters Swimming and the Organizing Committee are sponsoring a Sports Medicine Conference for Masters Swimmers. The Conference will take place on the Stanford Campus on Sunday, 6 August, Monday 7 August and Wednesday 9 August.
Speakers will include Joel McCormick Stager, Ph.D.,Jim Miller, M.D., Jane Katz Ph.D.,and Mike Bottom.
Tickets are free to competitors. Seating is limited. You can email for your free ticket by emailing smc@2006finamasters.org.