We’ve been sitting on a pretty exciting announcement and we FINALLY have the clearance to make it: Orlando Health has come aboard as the presenting sponsor for the Cady Way Revitalization Project!

We're so excited to share this big news! Thanks to Orlando Health’s generous partnership, the upgraded facility will be a true hub for health, wellness, and recreation in our community.

This means we’re a huge step closer to starting construction on our brand-new 50-meter competition pool, which will be called the Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Pool.

And as you know, we’re adding three NCAA/FHSAA competition-level beach volleyball courts, revitalized green spaces, and much-needed modern upgrades to the pool and locker rooms—all while keeping the historic charm of Cady Way intact.

Read the official press release here: https://bluedolfinsfoundation.org/updates/mcsescuhryl8doejz5t8ywexcxqc52

The Timeline

As for the timeline of the project, we’ve got a lot of moving parts and so we’re breaking it into stages to keep track of.

Stage 1: Beach Volleyball Courts

Breaking ground: March 12, 2025

Estimated Completion: March 31, 2025

Here’s what has to happen before we break ground:

Land survey (February 11, 2025)
Ordering pro-quality net and equipment (February)
Aloma Elementary has a big carnival in the space in the first part of March, so once they are through, we start!
Get approval from board to start!

Stage 2: 50m Pool (10 Lanes long course, 22 lanes short course)

This stage includes Pump House, Deck, Fencing, Columns, etc.

Breaking ground: June 1, 2025

Estimated Completion: November 14, 2025

Here’s what has to happen before we break ground:

Land survey (February 11, 2025)
Architectural & Civil Plans (March)
Geotech drilling (TBD, March)
Finish fundraising (We are so close!!)

Stage 3: Updating Current Building

Start Date: October 1, 2025

Estimated Completion: (TBD)

Here’s what has to happen before we start this stage:

Finish fundraising

Stage 4: Historic Green Space

Start Date: August 15, 2025

Estimated Completion: December 15, 2025

Here’s what has to happen before we start this stage:

Finish fundraising

Our goal is to have everything completed and us diving into a new pool by this November 14, 2025, or earlier. With your help we can do this!

Here’s How You Can Help!

Even if you are not in a position financially to help, you can assist in other ways:

Spread word about this project! The more people who are excited, the faster this will get funded.
Let us know of a business, organization, or individual who would be a good fit to make a donation toward this worthy cause. Remember, we are a nonprofit!
Do you know a business who might be willing to make an in-kind donation? We’ve already had very generous offers for concrete, labor, landscaping, countertops, etc. These in-kind donations reduce the fundraising amount. We need more!
Do you have a good fundraiser in mind? We are so grateful for Kelly’s Ice Cream for our recent ice cream night and Barnie’s Coffee just provided coffee for our fundraising booth at this past Saturday’s Track Shack race.

Bowling for Cady Way

Now is a good time to remind you about our BIG fundraiser coming up in February 23 at Primrose Bowling. Tickets are all inclusive for food, drinks, and bowling, and we’ll have a both a live and silent auction with some really great items.

FYI: This is NOT your typical bowling alley! Primrose has a swanky night club feel with two bars and a high end restaurant, so get ready for an amazing night! (Kids are optional—ha!)

Tickets are still available: https://givebutter.com/c/CADYWAYPOOL

We hope you are as excited as we are, and if you have any questions or ideas, let me know! And again, a huge thank you to Orlando Health for helping make this dream a reality!

Huge News: Orlando Health Sponsors Cady Way’s New 50m Pool & Aquatic Complex!