Competitive Swimming
Swim Meet Warmup: Why It Matters and How To Do It Right
A step-by-step swim meet warmup protocol: dryland, pool, race-pace activation, timing, and the most common mistakes swimmers make.
07 May 2026 · 6 minKeep reading
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Common Swim Disqualifications: How to Avoid Them
Why swimmers get disqualified by stroke, the rules that trip up most racers, and how to recover from a DQ without losing the season.
07 May 2026 · 7 minKeep reading
Competitive Swimming
2026 Canadian Swimming Trials: What to Watch | Gophin
The 2026 Bell Canadian Swimming Trials run July 5-9 in Montreal. Here is what is at stake, what to watch, and how to follow every result.
07 May 2026 · 6 minKeep reading
Competitive Swimming
2026 Speedo Junior Nationals: What to Know | Gophin
The 2026 Speedo Junior National Championships run August 3-7 in Irvine, CA. Here is the format, the standards, and how to follow every result.
07 May 2026 · 7 minKeep reading
Competitive Swimming
Is My Swim Time Good for My Age? B/BB/A/AA Standards by Age Group
Is your swim time good for your age? Compare against official B, BB, A, AA time standards by age group and see exactly where you stand.
05 Feb 2026 · 10 minKeep reading
Competitive Swimming
Using data to move from regional stages to higher swim levels
Gradual growth, contextual comparisons, and reliable history guide the jump from local finals to national podiums.
04 Feb 2025 · 10 minKeep reading
Competitive Swimming
USA Swimming Time Standards by Age Group: Complete Guide
Understand the full USA Swimming standards system, from B times to Olympic Trials cuts. Learn how motivational standards, sectionals, and age groups work.
13 Feb 2026 · 9 minKeep reading
Competitive Swimming
Swimming Canada Standards: The Complete Guide
Navigate the Canadian swimming standards system, from provincial qualifying times to national championships. A clear guide for swimmers, parents, and coaches.
13 Feb 2026 · 9 minKeep reading
Competitive Swimming
What Are World Aquatics Points? Free Calculator & Complete Guide
Learn what World Aquatics Points are, how they're calculated, and use our free calculator to find your score for any swim time.
02 Apr 2026 · 10 minKeep reading
Competitive Swimming
Swimming Time Converter: Convert Between SCM, LCM & SCY Free
Convert swim times between short course meters, long course meters, and short course yards instantly with our free calculator.
02 Apr 2026 · 10 minKeep reading
Competitive Swimming
The Complete Swimming Standards Guide (Canada + USA)
The complete guide to swimming time standards in Canada and the USA, how they work, where they come from, and why they matter for every swimmer.
18 Jul 2024 · 5 minKeep reading
Competitive Swimming
What Is a Good Swim Time for My Child's Age?
There's no single answer, but standards give you a framework. Here's how to put your child's times in context.
14 Jan 2025 · 5 minKeep reading
Competitive Swimming
Short Course vs Long Course: What Parents Need to Know
Why your child's 400 Free is faster in short course. Courses, conversions, and what it means for standards and progress tracking.
10 Dec 2024 · 5 minKeep reading