Abstract
The history of masters swimming competitive is currently more than 30 years long. FINA and LEN organize the World Championships for swimmers in this category since 1986 respectively 1987.
The aim of the paper was to know interest swimmers of participate to competitions and to reach good performances. The level of performance is influenced by a training that has changed in recent years (systematic and regular training).
The using of racing swimming techniques is reflected in current performance masters swimming. Personal success the participants are not only to win races but to keep its performances (achieved times) as long as possible.
On the other hand the financial crisis (availability of space race, the amount of fee, etc.) show negative impact to masters swimming.