{"id":66200,"date":"2025-08-28T11:42:51","date_gmt":"2025-08-28T07:42:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.dubaicityguide.com\/site\/?p=66200"},"modified":"2025-08-28T11:42:51","modified_gmt":"2025-08-28T07:42:51","slug":"three-time-olympic-gold-medallist-stephanie-rice-joins-my-sports-academy-to-lead-ground-breaking-swim-programs-in-dubai","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.dubaicityguide.com\/site\/three-time-olympic-gold-medallist-stephanie-rice-joins-my-sports-academy-to-lead-ground-breaking-swim-programs-in-dubai\/","title":{"rendered":"Three-Time Olympic Gold Medallist, Stephanie Rice, Joins My Sports Academy To Lead Ground-Breaking Swim Programs In Dubai"},"content":{"rendered":"

My Sports Academy (MSA), one of the UAE\u2019s<\/a> most respected swimming organisations, has announced a landmark partnership with Australian Olympic Champion and World Record holder, Stephanie Rice<\/strong>, who now calls Dubai home. She will spearhead the region\u2019s most comprehensive swimming programs – My Swim Club<\/em><\/strong>, created to save lives through water safety, build confidence through learn-to-swim education, and nurture future champions through performance excellence at every age.<\/p>\n

This collaboration combines MSA\u2019s 14 years of regional expertise<\/strong> with Stephanie\u2019s world-class performance insight to deliver programs that save lives, build confidence, and nurture the next generation of champions.<\/p>\n

\u201cFrom a very young age, I knew I wanted to be an Olympic swimmer, and I will always be grateful to have grown up in a country with some of the world\u2019s highest standards of learn-to-swim programs. So I\u2019m thrilled to be supporting MSA\u2019s program here in Dubai, the place I now call home,as the quality of their program reflects the same teaching standards I was fortunate to grow up with.My hope is that your children benefit from the same high-quality swim education, whether they dream of becoming Olympic champions or simply want to enjoy the city\u2019s wonderful beaches and pools with peace of mind.\u201d said Stephanie Rice.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n

Stephanie will be actively involved, supporting coaches and curriculum development, across MSA venues and affluent schools including Dubai British School (Barsha & Mira), Jumeirah Baccalaureate School (Al Wasl), The English College (Umm Suqeim & Mira), and Brighton College (Al Barsha South)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

MSA\u2019s programs are tailored to every stage of a swimmer\u2019s journey, ensuring that individuals of all ages and abilities gain essential water-safety skills and have the opportunity to progress to the highest levels of performance.<\/p>\n

Dimitrije Didic, Head Coach, MSA<\/em><\/strong> said, “Having three-time Olympic champion Stephanie Rice involved, brings elite level experience and a fresh perspective to our squads. As Head Coach at MSC, I\u2019m extremely excited to collaborate with her this season. <\/em>Our pathway is designed to develop both performance and character, while nurturing a lifelong love for the sport at every level.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

Swimming is on the rise in UAE<\/strong>, marked by initiatives such as 24\/7 night-swimming beaches, coupled with the country\u2019s hot climate, rising disposable incomes, urbanization, luxury living, water parks, high-profile swimming events, and a growing emphasis on wellness and leisure. The government\u2019s continued focus on tourism and real estate development further fuels the demand for swimming pools in resorts, hotels, and residential communities.<\/p>\n

Yet, according to the World Health Organization, drowning remains one of the leading causes of accidental death worldwide, a trend also reflected in the UAE.<\/p>\n

These developments highlight both the growing appetite for swimming and the urgent need for greater water safety, reinforcing the UAE\u2019s commitment to building a vibrant swimming culture through infrastructure, community engagement, and international sporting events.<\/p>\n

MSA\u2019s commitment to excellence has already delivered remarkable results, including victory at the Dubai Open 2024\/25<\/strong>. Now, with Stephanie\u2019s leadership, the Academy is setting a new gold standard for swimming education in the Middle East<\/strong>, empowering every child to not only learn to swim, but to swim with skill, confidence, and ease.<\/p>\n

For more information on programs and enrolment, visit: www.mysportsacademydubai.com<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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