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Rowdy Gaines

Rowdy Gaines

Keynote Speaker: 3-Time Olympic Gold Medalist in Swimming, NBC Olympics Commentator

Rowdy Gaines Biography

Throughout the 1980’s Rowdy Gaines was the fastest swimmer on the planet. His world records confirmed his place in swimming history. The Olympic Boycott of 1980 came during the peak of his career, when he set world records in the 100 M and 200M freestyles and Swimming World Magazine voted him World Swimmer of the Year. He was expected to win five Olympic gold medals in Moscow, but he was not able to realize that goal.

After a brief retirement, the allure of competing proved too strong, and he returned to the pool, where the consummate technician resumed his attack on the record books. At the 1984 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, no swimmer won more races than he did with his three gold medals in the 100M freestyle, the 4x100M freestyle and medley relays. During his career he broke a total of 14 World Records.

In 1991, the swimming world was shocked to hear that Rowdy had contracted Guillan-Barre Syndrome, an autoimmune virus that attacks the nervous system. Completely paralyzed for over two weeks, Rowdy fought back, overcame the disease and one year later went to the World Masters Championships and won the glamorous 50 and 100-meter freestyle events.

He has also been inducted into the US Olympic Hall of Fame and International Swimming Hall of Fame and works with many charitable organizations including the USA Swimming Foundation, Swim Across America benefitting research for cancer and Special Olympics.

Today, he is Vice President of Aquatics for the Central Florida YMCA as he talks to kids, mentors them and spreads the message that championship comes not from the outside but from the inside, and that dreams can come true if you believe in yourself.

Today, Gaines is often referred to as "Swimming’s Greatest Ambassador." Maybe life goes on without the Olympics, but not for the fastest swimmer on Earth. His determination to compete in Los Angeles in 1984 and his stellar success mark Rowdy Gaines one of the world's most dedicated as well as ambitious athletes and symbolize the American quest for more than gold.

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Rowdy Gaines Speaking Topics

How Illness Almost Took My Life

Motivation

Adversity

Olympic Dream & Spirit

Rowdy Gaines Videos

World Swim Gala Keynote | Rowdy Gaines
Olympian Rowdy Gaines' Journey to Gold-Medal Hearing - YouTube
2019 Navy Swimming and Diving - Rowdy Gaines Interview - YouTube

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How much does it cost to book Rowdy Gaines for a speaking engagement?

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What topics does Rowdy Gaines speak about?

Rowdy Gaines is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Faith & Religion, Inspirational, Sports Motivation, Olympic Sports, Swimming & Diving, Personal Growth, Overcoming Adversity, Athlete, Sports Journalism & Broadcasting, Motivational, Peak Performance, Teamwork & Teambuilding and Sports.

Where does Rowdy Gaines travel from?

Rowdy Gaines generally travels from Lake Mary, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Rowdy Gaines?

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Rowdy Gaines is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Faith & Religion, Inspirational and Sports Motivation. The estimated speaking fee range to book Rowdy Gaines for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Rowdy Gaines generally travels from Lake Mary, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jim Morris, Josh Davis and Dave Dravecky. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Rowdy Gaines for an upcoming event.

Rowdy Gaines Speaking Topics

  • How Illness Almost Took My Life

  • Motivation

  • Adversity

  • Olympic Dream & Spirit

Rowdy Gaines Videos

World Swim Gala Keynote | Rowdy Gaines
Olympian Rowdy Gaines' Journey to Gold-Medal Hearing - YouTube
2019 Navy Swimming and Diving - Rowdy Gaines Interview - YouTube

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