Deutscher Schwimm-Verband, also known as German Swimming Federation or DSV, is a state-owned organization headquartered in Germany. Founded in 1886 and operating with approximately 30 employees, it functions primarily in the spectator sports sector. The company serves as the aquatics national federation for Germany, overseeing competition in five distinct aquatics disciplines: swimming, diving, synchronized swimming, water polo, and open water swimming, in addition to Masters competition within these categories.