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Hirakata Swimming School: Aiming for Global Heights

Hirakata Swimming School, a renowned training center located in Hirakata City, Osaka, has made significant strides in competitive swimming, producing numerous exceptional young athletes who excel not just in domestic events like the Japan Championships and Japan Open, but also at international competitions, including World Championships. Their remarkable achievements have caught the attention of the swimming community and sports enthusiasts alike.

In recent years, the school has successfully cultivated teenage talents who are now on the verge of their dreams, sparking motivation among the athletes and their supporters. Last year, thanks to the warm support from the community, they reached their crowdfunding goal. As a result, they organized a high-altitude training camp abroad in February this year, which contributed to the outstanding performances of their swimmers. Talents such as Kazuko Kajimoto, Kazuji Imafuku, and Makoto Fujimoto attained the opportunity to compete at the World Championships in Tokyo scheduled for March 2025, a testament to the program's effectiveness.

Building on this momentum, the school is gauging additional support for a new crowdfunding campaign titled "From Hirakata to Global Peaks: A Challenge Without Compromise by Future Swimmers," set to start on May 30, 2025. Their primary goal is to conduct further high-altitude training camps, both domestically and internationally, to elevate the athletes’ performance and prepare the next generation of champions.

The school's mission extends beyond individual success; it aims to shine a light on the future of sports in Japan by not just nurturing local talents but also inspiring a broader vision where these athletes could one day grace the Olympic stage. The project is not just about sports; it's about fostering hope and investing in the future of the sporting community.

Exclusive Rewards for Supporters

To encourage participation, the crowdfunding campaign offers a variety of attractive rewards for supporters:

1. Personalized Support Towels: Cheer on the athletes with custom towels featuring the names of the national representatives. Get them within two weeks of your purchase to use at the World Championships in Singapore in 2025.

2. Exclusive Mesh Caps: Available only through this crowdfunding initiative, choose from three unique designs to show your support in style.

3. Special ‘Ota Spirit’ Chamois Towels: Exclusive items ensuring you're equipped for all future competitions.

4. Original Strap and Sacoch Set from Athens Olympic Medalist Yuko Nakanishi: A memorable reward that commemorates her legacy.

Additional rewards, including related items for World Championship contenders, will also be on offer as the project progresses.

Project Details

• - Project URL: Hirakata Swim Project
• - Support Period: May 30, 2025, 18:00 - August 10, 2025, 23:59 (Subject to change)
• - Funding Goal: 5 million yen
• - Funding Usage: The funds raised will primarily support:

- Participation costs for domestic and international training camps
- Entry fees for international events and overseas expeditions
- Enhancement of coaching, mental support, and nutritional guidance.

We encourage everyone to lend your enthusiastic support to this noble cause.

Join the Spportunity Mission

Spportunity, a Tokyo-based company specializing in sports crowdfunding, is here to empower teams and athletes by facilitating their crowdfunding projects through comprehensive support and free publicity. We aim to spotlight underrepresented sports and athletes, bringing their stories and ambitions to light.

Interested teams, student-athletes, and even students can apply to launch their crowdfunding initiatives, benefiting from tailored advice and media coverage as they raise the necessary funds for their projects. With years of experience and a unique focus on the sports community, Spportunity is committed to helping young athletes realize their potential. Reach out to us to learn how we can collaborate: Spportunity.

About Us

Hirakata Swimming School

• - Company Name: Kikoh Sports Planning Co., Ltd.
• - Location: 2-19 Asahigaoka-cho, Hirakata City, Osaka
• - Established: 1995
• - Website: Hirakata Sports

Spportunity, Inc.

• - Location: 2F Sagami Building, 7-13-6 Ginza, Chuo-ku, Tokyo
• - Established: March 2016
• - Website: Spportunity

With a vision of bridging youth opportunities through sports, we invite you to be part of this transformative journey, where dreams and ambitions unite to create a brighter future for aspiring athletes globally.