Our Mission:
Our mission is to make swimming a universal life skill in our community. We believe swimming is more than a safety measure—it is foundational to lifelong health and well-being. Stronger communities start in the water!
Our 4 Pillars:
1: Safety
Ensuring every child and adult—regardless of background or ability—has access to essential swim skills for safety and confidence in and around the water.
Monthly free swim lessons and water safety for children and adults
Learn-to-swim lesson program in conjunction with the City of Winter Park
Spread awareness about water safety with the help of community partners, such the City of Winter Park, Orange County Schools, and Orlando Health
2: Access
Developing and maintaining inclusive, accessible aquatic facilities that welcome and serve our entire community.
Cady Way Pool and Winter Park High School Pool
Building a new 50m pool at Cady Way Park
3: Participation
Providing inclusive opportunities for individuals of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds to engage in swimming for health, fitness, and enjoyment throughout their lives.
Spring and Summer Swim Leagues
USA Club swimming and USMS masters swimming
High school swimming
Special Olympics and Down Syndrome swimming
4: Opportunity
Removing financial barriers so individuals of all backgrounds and abilities can access swim lessons, programs, and continued participation at every stage of life.
Monthly free swim lessons
Scholarships based on financial need to participate in USA club swimming
Scholarships based on merit for continued swimming opportunities such as collegiate swimming
Our Current Capital Campaign
We are currently raising funds to revitalize the Cady Way complex. This is a resident-driven public-private venture between the City of Winter Park and the Winter Park Blue Dolfins Foundation, Inc., a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, and valued community partners like Orlando Health. Hundreds of residents have already donated to make this project a reality.
