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Athlete-to-Person Development

By integrating competitive swimming with holistic youth development, we produce personal growth and life skills, because structured athletic participation fosters discipline, resilience, and self-efficacy. This strategy centers on using swimming not just to build athletic performance, but as a vehicle for broader personal development—emphasizing life skills, confidence, and social-emotional growth. Unlike purely performance-driven models, it intentionally links training and competition to outcomes like responsibility, teamwork, and mental well-being, distinguishing it from strategies focused solely on skill or inclusion without developmental depth.

42
orgs running it
118
activities of those orgs
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who runs it

Organizations running this strategy · 42

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what it looks like in practice

Activities of orgs running this strategy

A sample of programmatic activities from the orgs above — what the strategy looks like on the ground.

  • Conducting athlete protection training Three Village Swim Club Inc
    capacity building
    Recommends and promotes athlete protection training for all team members, including parents and athletes, through USA Swimming's education platform to ensure a safe and supportive environment.
  • Hosting of community and recognition events for members Three Village Swim Club Inc
    direct service
    Hosts annual dinner dance events and commemorative gatherings for graduating seniors, including classes from 2021 through 2026, to recognize their achievements and contributions to the swim club.
  • Open water swimming training and events Three Village Swim Club Inc
    direct service
    Conducts multiple open water swimming practices annually, including at Cedar Beach, and organizes participation in open water meets such as the Cadar Beach Open Water Meet.
  • Operation of tiered swim programs by age and skill level Three Village Swim Club Inc
    direct service
    Runs structured swim programs including a developmental Dolphin Lesson Program for ages 5–8, a junior program with two levels training 5–6 days per week, and an elite senior team training 6 days per week with double sessions and dryland training, preparing swimmers for local, regional, and national competitions.
  • Organization of swim biathlon events Three Village Swim Club Inc
    direct service
    Hosts the Holtsville Biathlon, a combined 1,000-meter swim and 1.5-mile run event, which was completed by 48 athletes in 2026.
  • Preparation and support for competitive swim meets Three Village Swim Club Inc
    direct service
    Prepares and supports swimmers in participation across a range of competitive events, including local, regional, and national meets such as the LIAC Summer's End Invite, Cadar Beach Open Water Meet, and U.S. Olympic Trials, with documented improvements in personal best times and qualifying standards.
  • Seasonal and location-based swim practice operations Three Village Swim Club Inc
    direct service
    Conducts year-round swim practices at multiple educational institution pools from September to Memorial Day, and shifts to the Town of Brookhaven outdoor 50-meter pool in Holtsville for summer training after Memorial Day.
  • Support for collegiate and post-collegiate swimmers Three Village Swim Club Inc
    direct service
    Supports senior team swimmers in high school training and competition, enables two out of three graduating seniors to continue swimming at the collegiate level, and hosts returning college-swimming alumni who train with the team and compete in summer events.
  • Year-round competitive swim coaching and instruction Three Village Swim Club Inc
    direct service
    Provides swimming instruction, technique development, and year-round competitive coaching for individuals of all ages and abilities, including developmental programs for children ages 5–8 and competitive teams for older swimmers.
  • Conducts charity swims combining athletic events with fundraising RED TIDE NYC INC
    direct service
    Organizes charity swims that integrate swimming activities with fundraising for charitable causes, engaging team members in community-oriented events that support broader social goals.
  • Hosts competitive swim events and open water swims RED TIDE NYC INC
    direct service
    Organizes competitive swim meets for adult swimmers of all skill levels and conducts open water swimming activities in natural bodies of water, including lakes, rivers, and oceans. Regular open water sessions are held at Brighton Beach and Coney Island, with a calendar of events and clinics available for members.
  • Offers membership-based swim programs and subscriptions RED TIDE NYC INC
    direct service
    Provides annual memberships for access to swim programs, team activities, competitive events, Open Water Team training, social events, and exclusive swim pass pricing. Offers a range of subscription options including 3-month, 6-month, and yearly unlimited swim plans with monthly billing, as well as drop-in passes and discounted multi-packs.
  • Operates year-round adult swim program with open enrollment RED TIDE NYC INC
    direct service
    Runs a year-round masters swim program for adult swimmers of all levels, including beginners, national competitors, former Olympians, and multi-sport athletes, with enrollment open at any time. The program emphasizes fun, fitness, and competition and has operated in New York City for over twenty-five years.
  • Organizes and conducts adult masters swim practices RED TIDE NYC INC
    direct service
    Conducts structured, coached swim practices six days per week at John Jay College in Midtown Manhattan, with sessions Monday through Friday and Saturday mornings, focusing on technique, endurance, and performance for adult swimmers of all levels. Practices are held at John Jay Swimming Pool, a 25-yard, five-lane facility, and follow seasonal training plans with 90-minute workouts.
  • Organizes swimmer social and community events RED TIDE NYC INC
    direct service
    Hosts social events such as post-practice brunches, happy hours, barbecues, picnics, holiday parties, bowling, and trips to Brighton Beach and Coney Island to build community among adult swimmers and enhance team engagement.
  • Provides drop-in and trial swim access RED TIDE NYC INC
    direct service
    Offers drop-in swimming sessions for $30 per session and a $37.50 individual workout pass, with a discounted $10 trial pass for first-time visitors. Also provides a free first practice session for prospective adult swimmers to experience the team environment.
  • Provides swim coaching and technique clinics RED TIDE NYC INC
    direct service
    Offers expert coaching during regular practices and leads swim clinics and workshops focused on refining technique, fitness, and performance, with personalized feedback for adult swimmers. Clinics include on-deck training methods and are designed to support swimmers from novice to national competitor levels.
  • Youth swimming program OSWEGO LAKER SWIM CLUB CORPORATION
    direct service
    Provides a structured youth swimming program sanctioned by USA Swimming to promote progress in swimming ability among community youth.