1. Get Host Access
Use Host status to unlock match posting.
Run matches at your pool.
Start a one-month Host trial or enroll in a Club plan to receive a license to use the Four Strokes program. You can host and advertise matches, collect entry fees, and organize fundraisers at your own pool.
We offer two membership options:
Club Membership: Allows every registered member of your USA Swimming club to participate in the same match under your club's plan, provided the membership remains active.
Host Only Membership: Allows your facility to host and promote matches, collect entry fees, and run fundraisers. However, each participating swimmer is responsible for purchasing and maintaining their own individual Four Strokes membership.
New Hosts get 30 days free, then $149/month. Card required at signup. Cancel anytime from your profile; cancel before the trial ends to avoid the first charge. Existing Host access stays unchanged.
2. Create the Event
Add match name, dates, location, age groups, and categories from your profile.
3. Manage Entries
Share event details with squads, organize registrations by age group and category, and review the Code of Conduct and Minor Safety Policy.
4. Report Results
Keep standings current so swimmers can follow scores, completed challenges, and rankings.
Why?
Four Strokes matches give swimmers another reason to compete, bring families and sponsors together, and create a new fundraising opportunity for your program.
Attract swimmers
Invite local clubs and independent swimmers to compete at your facility.
Build community
Create an event where swimmers, families, and sponsors can take part.
Raise funds
Set entry fees and use match revenue to support your pool or program.
Essentials
The host organizes the event, prepares the facility, and keeps the match running smoothly from registration through final results.
Event management
Create and promote the match, find and coordinate judges, manage entries, and report results.
Pool and equipment
Provide lanes, a table and chair, stopwatches, a clock or timer, clipboards, pens, kickboards, and buoys.
Safe operations
Provide normal facility staffing and follow the Code of Conduct and Minor Safety Policy.
Revenue calculator
Plan your tournament and see what you could bring in.
Examples of direct costs
- Facility or pool rental
- Staff pay, including judges and lifeguards
- Game equipment purchases
Per event
- Entry revenue
- After direct costs
Yearly estimate events
- Entry revenue
- After direct costs
Assumes one 4-person team per lane per hour, with every lane booked.