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Starting a water polo program doesn’t require deep pockets or massive facilities—it requires the right approach. This session breaks down what’s really needed to get started—dispelling myths about space and equipment along the way. You’ll gain insight into resources that support new programs, plus a straightforward equipment checklist to guide your planning. Leave with confidence that water polo can be a fun, affordable, and achievable addition to your aquatic facility’s programming.  Sponsored by Malmsten!   Presenter: Simon Percy, Vice President at Malmsten, Inc. Category: Programming & Staff Training .1 CEU Read more

This webinar is designed to equip camp counselors and childcare workers with the essential knowledge and skills needed to ensure safe recreational swim time for children under their care. Participants will learn about their role and responsibilities as water watchers, including how to spot the early signs of distress in swimmers and respond effectively in emergencies before lifeguards are able to intervene. Presenter: AOAP Drowning Prevention Committee Category: Drowning Prevention .1 CEU earned by completing all modules and passing the exam with a score of 70% or above Read more

This session covers basic water safety tips, drowning statistics and practical ways to incorporate water safety into daily operations, aquatic programming and special events. You will be reminded of why you chose the aquatics profession and hopefully be inspired to continue saving lives. Presenter:  Alissa Magrum, www.alissamagrum.com Category: Programming & Staff Training - AqP Elective .1 CEU Read more

Drowning is preventable. In this session, Bill O’Melia, from the segment “Not on Your Watch” included in the American Red Cross Lifeguarding program, will share his son, Drennen’s, story and the role management played in his fatal drowning. Learn critical information from a scientific study that identifies how management can ensure that lifeguards are positioned to succeed and properly trained to thoroughly scan their assigned surveillance zone. Presenters: Bill O-Melia, Drennen’s Dreams Foundation and Maria Bella, Aqua Conscious Category: Drowning Prevention, AqP Elective .1 CEU Read more

The way we talk about water safety matters! Discover how the words and images we use can shape understanding, confidence, and behavior. This session breaks down common language pitfalls, misleading marketing visuals, and simple ways to communicate drowning prevention accurately and effectively. Learn simple, practical shifts you can apply right away to strengthen your outreach, and promote safer, more informed communities. Presenter: Angela Wild, Elemental Aquatics Category: Marketing & Social Media .1 CEU   Angela Wild is a translational specialist in drowning prevention, bridging research, practice and community implementation. Her career includes broad experience within both private swimming schools, public education and non-profits. She owns a boutique swim school in San Diego, Ca, runs a non-profit dedicated to the advancement of aquatics professionals. Angela has an a MA in Motor Learning & Control, and will graduate with her MPH with an emphasis in Community Health Promotion in May. Angela's participation and contribution to local and national water safety organizations include the United States Swim School Association, the California Parks & Recreation Society, the Girls Scouts of America, the National Drowning Prevention Alliance, and the Association of Aquatics Professionals. Angela received the 2022 "Community Lifesaver of the Year" award from the National Drowning Prevention Alliance for her efforts to raise awareness of water safety and drowning prevention strategies, and the 2024 "Educator of the year" award from the United States Swim School Association, an organization dedicated to the advancement of drowning prevention through the collective efforts of over 600 learn to swim business and water safety professionals. Angela serves as an advisory board member for the National Drowning Prevention Alliance and is active in local child safety / injury prevention organizations such as Safe Kids, Children's Safety Network, SAVIR and Safe States. Read more