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Swimming Points Calculator

Calculate World Aquatics points from time, or convert points back into a race time.

Uses embedded base time data

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Choose an event

Search or filter, then select one from the matching events.

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Selected event
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Enter a time

Use seconds or minutes:seconds, such as 48.12 or 1:05.50.

Result

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Base time data

What Are World Aquatics Points?

World Aquatics Points turn a swim time into a score for a specific event, making performances easier to compare across strokes, distances, genders, and courses.

Relationship to FINA Points

FINA is the former name of World Aquatics, so FINA Points and World Aquatics Points are often used for the same swimming points system.

Calculation Method

The swimming points formula compares a swimmer time with the official base time for the same event:

P = 1000 × (B / T)^3

P = points, B = base time, and T = swimmer time. Both B and T are measured in seconds. Matching the base time equals 1000 points, while faster swims produce higher scores. World Aquatics sets base times for each scoring period using the latest approved world records, with separate periods for SCM and LCM. Official base times are maintained on the official World Aquatics Swimming Points page.

How to Use This Calculator

Select an event, then enter a swim time to calculate points or enter points to estimate the race time needed for that score.

Supported Events

This swimming points calculator supports the events included in its embedded base time data, organized by gender, course, stroke, and distance.

Official Information

For official formulas, base times, and scoring tables, refer to the official World Aquatics Swimming Points page.

Swimming Points Calculator is an independent tool and is not affiliated with World Aquatics.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this calculator free to use?

Yes. This swimming points calculator is free to use in the browser.

What time format can I enter?

You can enter seconds such as 48.12 or minute-based times such as 1:05.50.

Can I calculate a target time from points?

Yes. Switch to Points to time, choose an event, and enter the points value to estimate the required race time.

Why is an event not listed?

The calculator only shows events included in its current base time data. Use the filters or event search to narrow the available events.