Tentative Schedule
Hotel - Wild Horse Pass - Gila Resorts (Hotel block coming soon).
April 12th: Arrival and Welcome
Afternoon: Arrivals and Check-in at Scottsdale Resort
6:00 PM: Welcome Reception & Networking
Location: Resort Rooftop Terrace
Join us for cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, and a chance to meet fellow aquatics professionals from across the country. Dress code: Resort casual.
April 13th: Aquatics Inspiration and Safety
Location: Seville Country Club
Theme: Creative Programming & Aquatic Safety
9:00 AM: Breakfast & Coffee
Enjoy a light breakfast while mingling and preparing for the day.
9:30 AM: Opening Remarks and Welcome
Overview of the conference schedule, speakers, and key takeaways.
10:00 AM: Creative Event Ideas for Your Aquatics Department
Discover unique and engaging programming ideas for your aquatics facility, including themed swim nights, competitions, and seasonal events.
11:00 AM: Brainstorming RoundTable & Presentations
Collaborate with peers in breakout groups to share innovative solutions for common challenges. Present top ideas to the group.
12:00 PM: Lunch and Facility Tour
Explore the state-of-the-art aquatics facilities at Seville Country Club while enjoying a poolside lunch.
1:00 PM: Aquatics Safety: Essential Protocols
Speaker: CW Cook
A deep dive into critical safety protocols and emergency preparedness for aquatic facilities.
2:00 PM: Swim and Dive Team Management
Explore effective strategies for organizing, coaching, and engaging youth swim and dive teams.
3:00 PM: Wibit Fun and Pool Time / Cocktails
Experience a hands-on demo of Wibit inflatable games, followed by poolside cocktails and networking.
5:00 PM: Departure for Resort
April 14th: Aquatics Growth and Marketing
Location: Seville Country Club
Theme: Building Your Aquatics Culture and Maximizing ROI
9:00 AM: Breakfast & Networking
10:00 AM: Aquatic Fitness Trends
Explore trending aquatic fitness programs, including water aerobics, HIIT, and low-impact strength training.
11:00 AM: Capital Improvements for Pools
Speaker: TBD
Learn how innovative pool design and enhancements can improve member satisfaction and facility revenue.
12:00 PM: Lunch
1:00 PM: Culture Building for Aquatics Teams
Speaker: Elliott Freeman
Strategies to build and maintain a positive, engaged culture within your aquatics team.
2:00 PM: Creative Food & Beverage Concepts for Pools
Ideas to enhance your poolside dining experience with themed menus, specialty drinks, and interactive options.
3:00 PM: Social Media Content Creation for Aquatic Facilities
A hands-on workshop to develop engaging social media strategies to attract and retain members.
4:00 PM: Cocktails & Dinner by the Pool
Unwind with cocktails, lawn games, and a buffet-style dinner by the pool.
8:00 PM: Night Out in Scottsdale
April 15th: Lifeguard Training & Certification (tbd)
9:00 AM – 1:00 PM: LGI Recertification Course
Update your Lifeguard Instructor Certification with this focused, half-day session. More information coming soon (additional cost for recert)
Departure
Farewell & Check-out