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Join us to discuss risk management. This session will cover the definition of risk management as well as outline a 5-step model for managing risks at your facility. It covers the risks that are common to the aquatic environment, identifies sources of standard of care, and lists the elements of negligence. Presenter: Shawn DeRosa, DeRosa Aquatic Consulting Category: Risk Management, AqP Elective .1 CEU Read more

<!--td {border: 1px solid #cccccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}--> The challenges of Aquatics staffing are a mile long. Lack of transportation, lack of reliability, poor retention, and cultural divides are only a few systemic barriers those under (and over) 18 face to be employed at the pool. Join us as we assess the barriers to entry for getting a job in aquatics and how to ease those barriers to hire and retain staff. This session will be a discussion into free lifeguard training programs, staff swimming lessons, hiring retirees, and how to stop the poverty cycle to allow employees to work in an environment that will help them succeed in their future endeavors. Presenter: Mari-Lynn Latta, Gordon Jewish Community Center Category: Diversity & Inclusion or Staff Training & Development .1 CEU   Mari-Lynn Latta is the Senior Director of Programs for the Gordon JCC. She has been working in Aquatics and Summer Camp settings for 14 years starting from being a swim instructor all the way to being in Senior Leadership. Her passion is supporting the reduction of racial and socio-economic inequities in both aquatics and camp. Read more

This presentation covers an overview of autism spectrum disorders and what these entail. It will also cover associated terms and understanding autism spectrum disorder as well as subcategories. This session will also discuss activity goals and how to meet them. Presenter: Susan Grosse, Aquatic Consulting & Education Resource Development Category: Programming & Staff Training, AqP Elective .1 CEU Read more

Dive deeper into the vast sea of possibilities for students with Autism, Anxiety and Special needs, and unlock their potential. What is special needs? What is adaptive aquatics? What are you seeing in your facility? Are you meeting the needs of all of your swimmers? Join the conversation and learn about the characteristics of Autism, Anxiety and Special Needs and gain resources and training ideas to support program growth and safety. Presented by Cindy Freedman OT, and Ailene Tisser PT -  Co Founders of Swim Angelfish, a program endorsed by AOAP Category: Programming & Staff Training 0.1 CEU Read more

Improve emergency response by fostering collaboration between aquatic facilities and local EMS. This webinar highlights how joint training and drills help lifeguards understand EMS procedures while allowing EMS to familiarize themselves with facility-specific needs. Learn practical strategies to strengthen communication, coordination, and preparedness—ensuring faster, more effective responses when every second matters. Presenter: Fire Chief Troy Haase and Assistant Chief of EMS Cody Doucette at Portage Fire Rescue Category: Staff Training .1 CEU Read more

This webinar will help participants understand the importance of Adult Swim Lessons and the challenges adult learners face in the pool. We will discuss learning strategies, how to create a welcoming and effective learning atmosphere, and effective recruitment strategies for adult swimmers. Presenters: Andrew Caraway, Town of Queen Creek; Jennifer Ayers-Millar, Marine Corps Community Services; James Meyers, Lifeguard University Category: Drowning Prevention .1 CEU   More About the Presenters Andrew Caraway is the Aquatics Coordinator for the Town of Queen Creek Parks and Recreation Aquatics Division. He has worked in Aquatics for 22 years starting as a Lifeguard, Pool Manager and now in a full time role all in Arizona, also spending the last 15 years as a High School Dive Coach. Jennifer (JJ) Ayers-Millar is a dedicated aquatics professional with over 30 years of experience in swimming instruction, lifeguard training, and program development. She holds Instructor and Instructor Trainer certifications from StarGuard Elite, StarFish Aquatics Institute, US Masters Adult Learn to Swim, and the American Red Cross. James Meyers is a passionate advocate for water safety and is especially committed to educating children on how to stay safe—and have fun—around water. Read more