TO JOIN MDSA

NOTE: ALL SCHEDULED TESTS ARE FULL FOR 2025
NO FURTHER APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED FOR 2025,
AND YOU WILL NOT BE ASSIGNED A TEST DATE/TIME
(after filling in the online application)


Our application process will be revised and updated on our website for 2026 with a new 2026 test schedule.

Swim tests are by appointment only


You must apply online by filling in the online application, printing it,
and then clicking on the "Apply for Membership" button (at the bottom of the online application) to register your application in the MDSA database.

When available, click here for the Swim Test Schedule
After April 1st, 2026 you may apply and schedule a test and then FOLLLOW instructions.


FILL IN AN ONLINE APPLICATION FIRST (be sure to click on "APPLY FOR MEMBERSHIP"). If for any reason you need to reschedule a test, please inform MDSA as indicated in the instructions you'll receive.

No "walkins"; you must have an appointment.
Please direct questions about joining to info@minnewaskaswimmers.org.

In order to join the MDSA you must pass a swim test administered by MDSA, fill out an application, and sign a release of liability for NY State Park and MDSA. You must be at least 18 years old, or 16 if your parent or guardian is an MDSA member and accompanies you to the MDSA beach.

You must adhere to MDSA rules (see MDSA Beach & Rules section) and pay annual dues of $25.00. The dues pay our insurance policy and other administrative costs — MDSA leaders are all volunteers.

Apply online in advance and BRING A PRINTOUT of your completed online application to the test.
Be sure to click on APPLY FOR MEMBERSHIP before closing the screen.
You MUST also bring with you TWO headshot photos (1X1-1/4" cut to size) and $25 dues.
Applicants please print and sign the Release of Liability form and bring it with you to the test along with the copy of your online application. NY Release (PDF)


And, please be patient at the test. Please come at your scheduled date and time (to be determined) for payment, photo/ID card, and the testing process. For instructions to follow at the actual test site,
click here (MDSA Swim Test Instructions).
Remember that MDSA is an all volunteer organization.


Apply Online now


Current members renew online here or contact MDSA for renewal forms.

If you need more information you can send an email to info@minnewaskaswimmers.org. PLEASE NOTE: Ongoing thunderstorms may cancel a test or close the beach; call Moriello Pool at 845-255-1700 if in doubt.

THE SWIM TEST

The test requires 500 yards continuous swimming: 25 yards crawl, 25 yards free style back stroke, 25 yards breast stroke, 25 yards side stroke and 400 yards additional swimming any stroke plus 3 minutes of treading water. (This translates into 20 lengths (10 round trips) of the pool — 1 crawl, 1 backstroke, 1 breaststroke, 1 side stroke, and 16 lengths any style — plus 3 minutes treading water.) THERE IS NO TIME LIMIT. Most people complete the test in under 30 minutes, but you can take as long as you need.

Applicants: for instructions to follow at the actual test site, click here (MDSA Swim Test Instructions).