Summer 2026 Updates

On-time summer registration will be open from April 14 to April 28 for all returners.

All Rice Aquatics Masters members should be registered for 2026 with USMS.

Starting May 2, Saturday morning practices will run from 8:00–9:30 AM for the remainder of the summer.

Beginning May 22, Tuesday and Friday 8:15 AM practices will end for the summer.

Lunch Bunch will switch to 11:15 AM–12:15 PM starting May 26.

Upcoming Events:

Sunday, May 31
Gulf-Hosted USMS 5K/10K National Virtual Championships
Houston, TX

Sunday, May 31
Gulf-Hosted Open Water Clinic (50-Meter Pool)
Houston, TX

Sunday, May 31
Gulf-Hosted Open Water In-Pool Clinic
Houston, TX

Sunday, June 7
Free Long Course Coached Practice
Houston, TX

Sunday, July 12
Grand Prix Open Water Challenge Series - Race #3
Open Water Swim Challenge – Cedar Hill, TX

Wednesday, August 5 – Sunday, August 9
2026 USMS Summer Nationals
Sacramento, CA

Saturday, September 19 – Sunday, September 20
Grand Prix Open Water Challenge Series - Race #4
OZ Mile(s)

Welcome to RICE Aquatics

RICE provides USMS masters USA swimming program that emphasizes growth, good sportsmanship, and a healthy lifestyle. We encourage and nurture a life-long appreciation for the sport of swimming. We provide a strong foundation of proper technique and fundamental training in a fun, positive atmosphere under the supervision of a professionally-trained coaching staff.