Details

Organization:	International Swimming Hall of Fame
Contact:	John K. Williams, Jr. - Adapted Aquatics Committee
Address:	One Hall of Fame Drive
	n/a
	Ft. Lauderdale
	Florida
	33316
	USA
Phone:	954-462-6536
Fax:	954-522-4521
Email:	jwill3@cox.net
URL:	http://www.ishof.org

Description

• The International Swimming Hall of Fame is a not-for-profit educational organization located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The mission of the International Swimming Hall of Fame is to be the world-wide focal point of swimming and its many disciplines. Its purpose is to have every person in the world learn to swim and to:
  • Provide an international facility that will secure public recognition of the benefits offered by competitive and recreational swimming, diving, water polo and synchronized swimming.
  • Increase awareness of the health and fitness derived from swimming, aquatic exercise and other special programs including those for the disabled.
  • Foster an appreciation of the past, an awareness of the present and a vision of the future of aquatics.
  • Document and preserve the history of aquatics through its archives, exhibitions and library
  • Immortalize the achievements and contributions of those who have distinguished themselves in the sport.
  • Stimulate the growing interest in swimming by encouraging the construction of public and private swimming pools that will meet the needs of the ever expanding base of swimmers.
  • Advance water safety, good health and fitness by encouraging education, training and guidance.
  • Function as a premier facility and host for age group, national and international swimming events.
  • Sustain the commitment to excellence that continues to inspire young people to new heights of aquatic achievement.