From expert keynotes and breakout sessions, to pool time with Olympic athletes, the Lead Summit is a life-changing, one-of-a-kind weekend.
The Summit has everything a teen athlete needs to grow as an athlete and as a person.
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Learn from Olympians & elite athletes
Get inspired by women who have reached the highest levels of sport.
Hear firsthand stories from Olympians and elite athletes, ask questions, and learn what it takes to pursue big goals, overcome challenges, and grow both in and out of the pool.
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Build confidence
Develop the confidence to speak up, take risks, and trust yourself.
Through expert-led sessions, meaningful conversations, and shared experiences, athletes learn practical tools to build confidence, navigate challenges, and show up as their strongest selves.
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Strengthen mental skills
Learn how to stay focused, resilient, and ready for what comes next.
Explore sport psychology, perseverance, overcoming plateaus, and other mental skills that help athletes manage pressure, respond to setbacks, and perform with greater confidence.
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Dive deep in breakout sessions
Explore the topics that help athletes perform, lead, and thrive.
Explore topics like confidence, sport psychology, nutrition, college recruiting, communication, leadership, and more through interactive sessions with experienced coaches and experts.
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Make lifelong friendships
Connect with girls who understand the dedication and excitement of being an athlete.
Through team-building activities, games, shared meals, and time together, athletes build meaningful connections and create memories with peers from across the country.
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Enjoy an all-inclusive weekend
Focus on the experience while we take care of the details.
The Summit experience includes shared hotel accommodations, meals and snacks, clinics, keynotes, workshops, breakout sessions, activities, and access to the Lead Gifting Suite, all designed to create an unforgettable weekend.
Check out a behind-the-scenes look into the Lead Summit!
Join us in 2027
2027 Lead Summit
SUMMIT DETAILS
Location: To be announced
Kickoff Time: 5 pm, Friday, September 3 (Registration & Gifting Suite 3:00-4:45 pm)
Pickup Time: Sunday night or Monday morning
Highlights:
Swim clinic with Olympians and elite swimmers
Expert seminars, workshops, and breakouts in Confidence, Sport Psychology, College Recruiting, and more
Athlete keynotes and panels from the best in the sport
And so much more on the way!
2026 Lead Summit: Houston
Location: Hilton Houston Plaza/Medical Center
Kickoff Time: 5 pm, Friday, September 4 (Registration + Gifting Suite 3:30-4:45 pm)
Pickup Time: 10:00 am, Monday, September 7
Highlights:
Swim clinic with Olympians and Races & Relays day @ Rice University Pool
Athlete keynotes/talks with Lilly King, Anna Peplowski, and Phoebe Bacon
Expert seminars, workshops, and breakouts with Coach Christen (confidence), Dr. Megan Cannon (sport psychology), and Lesley Butcher (communication)
Meet new friends and make memories to last a lifetime!
2026 Lead Summit: Minneapolis
Location: Hilton Garden Inn Minneapolis University Area
Kickoff Time: 5 pm, Friday, August 14 (Registration & Gifting Suite 2-4:30 pm)
Pickup Time: 10 am, Monday, August 17
Highlights:
Swim clinic with Olympians and Races & Relays day at the University of Minnesota pool
Bowling Night
Athlete keynotes/talks by Lilly King, Abbey Weitzeil, and Kelsi Dahlia
Expert seminars, workshops, and breakouts with Coach Christen (confidence), Dr. Megan Cannon (sport psychology), and Brittany Miller (Nutrition)
Meet new friends and make memories to last a lifetime!
Frequently Asked Questions
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The Lead Summit is designed for female athletes ages 12–18 at the time of the event.
No specific swimming performance level is required; the experience is focused on athletic development, confidence, leadership, and personal growth.
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Athletes learn from Olympians, elite athletes, coaches, and specialists in areas such as:
Confidence
Leadership
Sport psychology
Nutrition
College recruiting
Overcoming performance plateaus
Communication and personal development
Each participant also receives a Lead workbook to use during keynotes and breakout sessions.
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The Lead Summit is an all-inclusive weekend experience. Registration includes:
Shared hotel accommodations
Meals and snacks
Keynotes and athlete sessions
Swim clinics and other activities
Breakout sessions and workshops
Team-building experiences
Access to the Lead Gifting Suite
Opportunities to meet and interact with speakers and mentors
The exact schedule and activities may vary by location.
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Yes. In addition to keynotes and other talks, athletes participate in smaller breakout sessions, activities, and games with speakers and experts. These sessions are designed to make the experience interactive rather than lecture-based.
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Participants are typically placed in shared rooms with other attendees of a similar age. Groups of three are standard, with a two-person room upgrade available during checkout where offered. Groups of four may also be accommodated by request.
Roommate requests are collected through attendee information forms before the Summit. Requests are considered but cannot be guaranteed.
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Yes. Meals and snacks are provided throughout the Summit, including the welcome dinner, daily breakfasts, lunches, and dinners, and breakfast on departure day.
Please provide food allergies, sensitivities, or dietary restrictions through the attendee information forms so the Lead team can plan appropriate accommodations.
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Families are responsible for reviewing and following their airline’s unaccompanied-minor policies. Lead team members do not provide gate-side unaccompanied-minor pickup or drop-off.
If an airline requires an adult to accompany the athlete to or from the gate, a parent, guardian, or another authorized adult must make those arrangements.
Airport transportation may be available through Lead for an additional fee. The service includes round-trip transportation between the airport and hotel.
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The Summit generally begins on Friday evening and concludes on Monday morning. Exact check-in, kickoff, and pickup times will be confirmed on the registration page.
Bring Your Team to Lead
The Lead Summit is an ideal team experience for female athletes who want to build confidence, develop leadership skills, strengthen mental performance, and connect with inspiring athletes and peers. Teams, clubs, and LSCs can contact us to discuss group registration and partnership options.
