Empowering Kids
Through Water Safety
& Wellness Programs

Every child deserves to feel confident, safe, and healthy. Our water safety education and wellness programs give kids the skills they need to thrive in the pool and beyond.

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What We
Stand For

Kids deserve to feel safe in the water—and strong outside of it, too.

The Michael Phelps Foundation provides water safety education integrated with mental and physical wellness programs that give families the tools they need to keep kids happy, healthy, and safe.

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Programs That Make a Difference

IM Programs - Confidence for Kids

Comfort and confidence are built through our signature IM Program which was developed in partnership with Kidshealth.org and Michael Phelps Swimming.

The multifaceted program includes:
-water safety basics
-learn to swim
-mental health
-physical health
-goal-setting

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By combining swim safety for kids with physical and mental wellness, the IM Program equips children with the skills to stay safe in the water, build confidence, and develop healthy habits that last a lifetime.

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The 1, 2, and 3’s of Water Safety

Drowning is preventable. Our signature water safety education program teaches children and families the basics that can save lives. Start with the 1, 2, 3’s and make water safety the priority it needs to be.

Water Safety

Strong Minds,
Strong Lives

Good mental health is just as important as physical health. That’s why we proudly provide eight emotional wellness lessons all designed to help kids build confidence, resilience, and inner strength. These resources are available to educators, daycare providers, and parents so they can support kid’s emotional growth in everyday life.

Through this mental health initiative, Michael and the Michael Phelps Foundation are focused on helping children grow up happier, healthier, and better prepared to take on life’s challenges.

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The People
Behind the Mission

The Michael Phelps Foundation is led by Michael and his wife, Nicole. The Foundation is run by a dedicated team of directors, staff, and volunteers who share their passion for healthy families.

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