Swimmers are subject to testing by FINA (the international federation for aquatic sports world-wide), the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA), and the International Olympic Committee (IOC). FINA utilizes the International Testing Agency (ITA) to conduct testing for them in many cases.
Doping Control Forms: Why do Athletes Need to Declare All Medications & Supplements?
Guided by their mission to preserve the integrity of competition, inspire true sport, and protect the rights of U.S. athletes, US Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) is charged with implementing a comprehensive anti-doping program for:
USADA's Scope of responsibility includes:
The World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) was created in 1999 to harmonize doping control rules for athletes in all sports and countries. WADA publishes the Prohibited List each year in addition to creating international guidelines and protocols.
There are differences between NCAA doping control rules and rules for athletes participating in USA Swimming competitions. Athletes should check with USADA regarding compliance for all USA Swimming/FINA competitions and their NCAA physicians/trainers/coaches regarding NCAA rules.
FINA is the international federation for all aquatic sports. Athletes competing in swimming, water polo, diving, open water swimming, and artist swimming must abide by FINA's rules. Athletes who meet the criteria for FINA's Registered Testing Pool for out-of-competition testing will be notified in writing.