Starter

"Technical"

Starters ensure that all swimmers receive a fair start.

Learn more about this position here: Professional Official: Starter

 

Prerequisite(s)

Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
Must be certified Stroke & Turn Judge for a minimum of three (3) months
Must have worked at least four (4) sessions at a minimum of two (2) meets since Stroke & Turn certification

Step 1: Education & Training​

  • Complete online, video-based modules through USA Swimming University
    1. Starter Certification Course with a minimum passing score of 80% (90 minutes)

Step 2: Approval by Officials Committee

Please note that approval from the Officials Committee is required prior to moving to Step 3: Apprentice

Step 3: Apprentice

Session Requirements:​

  • minimum of four (4) sessions total over two (2) meets with two (2) Trainers
  • sessions must include strokes and/or relays
  • time trials and freestyle only sessions shall not count toward these requirements
  • only USA/MI Swimming sanctioned and/or approved meets may be used for certification

Step 4: Certification​

​Must complete certification within one (1) year from month of completed clinic

 

Starter Checklist

Starter Session Report

MI Swimming Application for Certification

 

 

Recertification
(every three (3) years)
  • Worked eight (8) sessions, within a three (3) year period, as Starter
  • ​Attend clinic (recommend Starter) every three (3) years
  • Pass USA Swimming recertification test every three (3) years for the highest certification held
  • Satisfactory performance

 

Questions? Please reach out to [email protected].