Association of Aquatic Professionals

Association of Aquatic Professionals Life jackets and swim lesson grants provided, education and have an AqP Designation.

The Association of Aquatic Professionals is a non-profit association for aquatic professionals by aquatic professionals, or companies that provide services or equipment.

🎶 What's on your Summer Soundtrack? ☀️In celebration of World Music Day this Saturday, we're creating the ultimate AOAP ...
06/18/2026

🎶 What's on your Summer Soundtrack? ☀️

In celebration of World Music Day this Saturday, we're creating the ultimate AOAP Soundtrack of Summer, and we need your help!

Drop your favorite family-friendly song and artist in the comments, and we'll add it to our community playlist. Whether it's the song that gets you through a long day on the pool deck, powers your morning workout, or simply screams summer vibes, we want to hear it.

🎵 Submit your song + artist below
🎵 Keep it family-friendly
🎵 Watch for the full playlist release on Saturday, June 21!

Let's build the soundtrack that will carry aquatic professionals and safety teams through the summer season. 🌊🎧☀️

06/17/2026

Check out this week's episode of AOAP's Discussions from the Deep End Podcast: a Podcast for Aquatic Professionals by Aquatic Professionals! Join AOAP's own Mark Basnight along with Bob Kappel from ProMinent Fluid Controls as they talk about their experience, the importance of training field technicians, and all things Aquatic Technician School. You'll love their energy, and you're sure to learn a little along the way!

Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, or watch the full episode on our YouTube!

The latest episode of AOAP's Discussions from the Deep End Podcast is out today! Join Mark Basnight and Bob Kappel - ind...
06/17/2026

The latest episode of AOAP's Discussions from the Deep End Podcast is out today! Join Mark Basnight and Bob Kappel - industry legends and operations experts - as they discuss building safer facilities through aquatic technician development. They share their journeys, provide tips, talk all things Aquatic Technician School, and laugh a lot along the way!

Listen today:
Apple Podcasts https://na2.hubs.ly/H0665g50
Spotify https://na2.hubs.ly/H06657R0
YouTube https://na2.hubs.ly/H0665h50

This week's AOAP WEEKLY is hot off the digital presses! Hear from a 2-time AOAP Power Speaker about building a strong co...
06/17/2026

This week's AOAP WEEKLY is hot off the digital presses! Hear from a 2-time AOAP Power Speaker about building a strong conference session proposal and get the latest industry news!

Not receiving the AOAP Weekly in your inbox? Sign up today at https://na2.hubs.ly/H068TB60

Whether you're looking for a great in-service conversation, looking for a reminder for your senior team, or want a new p...
06/16/2026

Whether you're looking for a great in-service conversation, looking for a reminder for your senior team, or want a new perspective about lifeguard placement, this webinar is for you. Industry expert Maria Bella offers insight based on science, as well as drowning prevention strategies that can be easily adopted by any organization that relies on lifeguards for safety.

Check it out at https://na2.hubs.ly/H068ngp0 and register today!

Aquatic professionals are first responders. Yet almost no peer-reviewed research documents how often they experience cri...
06/15/2026

Aquatic professionals are first responders. Yet almost no peer-reviewed research documents how often they experience critical incidents or the impact those experiences have on their health, well-being, and job performance.

AOAP is encouraging aquatic professionals at every level to participate in this important international study. If you supervise lifeguards, swim instructors, aquatic managers, or other frontline staff, please share the survey with your team and encourage participation. Strong data can help support future resources, programs, and advocacy efforts designed specifically for the aquatic profession.

The anonymous survey takes approximately 20 minutes to complete and is available in six languages. Participants must complete all pages, including the consent form, for their responses to be included in the study.

Take the survey at https://na2.hubs.ly/H061kSY0

Your pool’s pH level directly impacts how well chlorine can do its job. When water chemistry falls out of balance, chlor...
06/11/2026

Your pool’s pH level directly impacts how well chlorine can do its job. When water chemistry falls out of balance, chlorine becomes less effective—meaning harmful bacteria and contaminants can survive even when sanitizer levels appear correct.

Here's the bottom line: aquatic safety is about more than test strips and chemical readings. It’s about understanding how water chemistry, filtration, and operations work together to protect every swimmer who enters your facility.

Safer water starts with smarter training, and AquaTech Pool Operator Certification helps aquatic professionals build the knowledge and confidence to properly manage water quality, troubleshoot issues, and make informed operational decisions.

🔗 Learn more + get certified: https://na2.hubs.ly/H05Mc8g0

This week's AOAP WEEKLY has arrived in your inbox! Learn more about the ILCIRA Peer-Reviewed Survey (and share with your...
06/10/2026

This week's AOAP WEEKLY has arrived in your inbox! Learn more about the ILCIRA Peer-Reviewed Survey (and share with your teams!), check out our latest blog post, and get the latest industry news.

Not receiving the AOAP Weekly in your inbox? Sign up today at https://na2.hubs.ly/H062DQn0

Drowning is preventable. In this on-demand webinar, Bill O’Melia, from the segment “Not on Your Watch” included in the A...
06/09/2026

Drowning is preventable. In this on-demand webinar, 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.

Register and watch today at https://na2.hubs.ly/H05M6Dx0

Meet our featured grant recipient, City of De Pere, who shares, "Receiving the grant has been the catalyst for deeper di...
06/08/2026

Meet our featured grant recipient, City of De Pere, who shares,

"Receiving the grant has been the catalyst for deeper discussion on our layers of drowning prevention. For the first time, publicly available lifejackets will be provided to guests at our two outdoor facilities beginning in June of 2026. With an average of over 35,000 open swim guests served in a 72-day season, this change has the potential for huge impact. Additionally, the awarded life jackets are being used as part of our existing swim lesson program and will be used for boat and water safety events in the summer."

Congratulations, De Pere, and we hope you have a safe and successful 2026 Summer Swim Season!

Interested in learning more about AOAP grant opportunities for life jackets or swim lessons? Visit our website at https://na2.hubs.ly/H05M6Qy0 for more information on how to qualify!

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