Where LGBTQ+ community, joy, and splashy good times come together.
Joining KC Wave isn’t just about swimming — it’s about finding your people. Whether you’re training for meets, getting back into the pool, or just looking for a queer‑affirming space to move your body, you belong here.
💙 Step 1: Register With UMKC
To swim at UMKC’s Swinney Recreation Center, you’ll need a UMKC membership card. You can have one made at the front desk for $5. You can use AMP to pay for parking at UMKC.
All KC Wave swimmers also register with United States Masters Swimming (USMS) — it gets you meet access and a subscription to SWIMMER magazine.
💸 Step 2: Choose Your Dues
We keep things flexible so you can swim in a way that fits your life:
- $20 per practice
- $60 per month
- $150 per quarter
Pay online or Venmo the organizer — whatever’s easiest for you.
💬 Step 3: Join Our Facebook Group
Our private Facebook group is where the magic happens — updates, events, memes, community support, and all the team chatter.
Email KCWave@gmail.com and we’ll send you an invite.
🏊♂️ Step 4: Dive In — Tuesdays at 8 PM!
We swim every Tuesday at 8:00 PM at UMKC’s Swinney Recreation Center.
Show up about 10 minutes early — we’ll be the friendly queer crew by the pool.
Thinking about joining but not sure yet?
Try a practice for free.
Come see what we’re about before paying USMS or KC Wave dues.
If you’re planning a trial swim, let us know in the contact form so we can know you’re coming.