Charlie Houchin

Charlie Houchin

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Olympic Gold Medalist, Swimming Innovator

Charlie Houchin reached the pinnacle of his sport as a U.S. Olympic gold medalist and National Team swimmer. After retiring from competition, he turned his focus to reimagining the sport he loves as CEO and co-founder of Swimmingly, helping clubs and families everywhere simplify the swim meet experience. Charlie combines the perspective of an elite athlete with the drive of an entrepreneur to inspire young swimmers to chase their goals with purpose.

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Meet Charlie Houchin: Five Questions with Youth Inc.'s Swimming Ambassador
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Meet Charlie Houchin: Five Questions with Youth Inc.'s Swimming Ambassador

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The Tech Behind the Lanes: How Innovation Transformed Swimming
The Tech Behind the Lanes: How Innovation Transformed Swimming

Swimmingly Co-Founders and Youth Inc. Swimming Ambassadors Hayes Johnson and Charlie Houchin discuss the evolution of swim meet technology, and how their platform Swimmingly is helping youth swim meets across the country.

Why We Swim: The Enduring Appeal of the Pool
Why We Swim: The Enduring Appeal of the Pool

Youth Inc. swimming ambassadors Hayes Johnson and Charlie Houchin explore what attracts young athletes to swimming—from the personal accomplishment of training to grassroots summer club experiences—and how access and team environments spark long-term interest. They discuss coaching strategies, how parents can encourage participation, and practice structures that help develop a competitive mindset.

Youth Inc. Recommends: Five Resources to Help Swimmers Build Strength Safely
Youth Inc. Recommends: Five Resources to Help Swimmers Build Strength Safely

Youth Inc. Recommends: Five Resources to Help Swimmers Build Strength Safely

Hayes Johnson and Charlie Houchin Dive Into the Origins of Swimmingly
Hayes Johnson and Charlie Houchin Dive Into the Origins of Swimmingly

Youth Inc. Swimming Ambassadors Hayes Johnson and Charlie Houchin discuss their swimming platform 'Swimmingly', a digital app and play-based program that modernizes swim meet operations and improves the spectator experience. They compare weekly, play-focused programming and club options to high-level year-round competitive swimming while emphasizing practice habits and skill development.