Guest Info:

Member Info:

Who may join RAMS?
Any person who has passed their 18^th birthday (however, to compete you must have passed your 19^th birthday). To keep your membership current, dues must be paid and PMS membership must be renewed on time. No one may swim unless they are currently members of USMS (e.g. members of PMS). Membership is required in USMS since RAMS has liability insurance only if all swimmers are members. (Note: USMS registration and payment must be in possession of the coach prior to entering the water.)

In starting any new exercise program, it is recommended that you have your physician's approval before starting. Even if you are not interested in swimming competitively, the workouts will become physically demanding as your skills improve.

What forms do I need to fill out?
There are at least three forms to fill out to swim: 

The first is the Registration form for Pacific Masters Swimming (USMS).

The second is the New Member Enrollment Form.  On the New Member Enrollment Form, try to select someone local for the emergency contact if possible. If you have health insurance and/or a local physician, include those in the space available. If you have medical problems, specify the problems. If a medical emergency should arise, the only information we have on deck will be this form.

The third is the Sierra Joint Community College District Medical Treatment Authorization form.

Do not mail these forms in - bring them to the pool the first time you come to swim.  All forms and checks can be placed in the yellow folder, located in front of the team support box.

Where can I get these forms?
There are three was to get the forms 1) contact Nancy Kelley at (916) 624-0715 and she will send you a packet with all the information you will need.  2) Pick up the forms at the pool, or 3) Download them here (all in PDF format):

What are the dues?
All swimmers are required to register with PMS (Pacific Masters Swimming) (USMS) for insurance purposes. The $40 PMS fee is allocated as such: $20 to USMS, $12 to PMS and $8 to USMS Swimmer Magazine. For those who join in September or October the fee is $35 for the remainder of the year.  Write your check for $65 to RAMS. This $65 check covers your PMS registration fee and the RAMS $25 annual fee. DO NOT mail it to PMS directly!  Put your completed and signed PMS form along with your $65 check in the yellow folder at the pool.  The folder is located in the front of the team support box that sits on the table next to the check-in sheets, just inside the equipment room door. 

When you receive your registration card in the mail, make several copies of it, as you will need them for all swim meets you enter.

RAMS dues are $55 a month per person or $100 a month for two members in the same family. There are two dues' payment options:

First - pay monthly by automatic withdrawal from your bank account by filling out a Check Withdrawal authorization form accompanied by your voided check. 

Second - pay dues twice a year, $330 on January 1st and $330 on July 1st.  For new members the amount is prorated for the months remaining.

 For new members the first months' dues are prorated based on the time remaining in the month, with fees based on the date joined as: 1st -10th=$55, 11th-20th=$45, 21st-31st=$35.

Established members pay a $25 annual fee to RAMS in November or December when we renew our annual PMS registration.  This fee helps cover our administrative expenses.

Your USMS registration card must be presented to the coach prior to entering the water. NO Exceptions. 

To try to simplify this as much as possible, when you join you will need the items in the following checklist:

Please bring all these to the pool when you are ready to join.

What if I need more information?
Don't hesitate to ask!  Coaches Chris Breitbart, Tracy Battistessa, and Justin Smith can answer any questions you have about workouts, stroke techniques and more.  Other questions should be directed to the Treasurer Rick Nelson 797-2884 or Membership Chair Nancy Kelley at 624-0715.