About Us - Social swimming. Swim with us, if you are fortunate to live in Wellington or are a visitor. We welcome swimmers of every ability, and status, who are over 20 years of age. The age restriction is in keeping with NZ Masters regulations. HCM originated in the early 1980’s as New Zealanders realised that they did not need to stop actively swimming once they moved into adulthood. HCM is run by an elected committee consisting of a treasurer, secretary , 4 social committee members and headed up by a club president. Our membership numbers over 80 swimmers, of all levels of experience. Many swim for fitness alone, challenging themselves in workouts by swimming against their own best times. Others challenge their goals through competition, by regularly attending swim meets with other team members. As a member you can attend any or all of our 3 weekly pool sessions. For more information contact our President Barry Lake by E-mail. New Swimmers: you don't have to join immediately. Your first 2 swim sessions are free apart from pool admission charges currently at $ 5.00 per swim. It is then we twist your arm to join us for fun, fitness, and friendship.