Watertight – adjective. 1) constructed or fitted so tightly as to be impervious to water. (dictionary.com). Water-tightness is a necessary characteristic that every swimming pool should possess. Swimming pools shells that are not designed to be watertight vessels can be an owner’s worst nightmare. Several steps can be followed to ensure your swimming pool is […]
The municipal aquatic center found a happy merge of the convenience of a public pool with various fun features of the commercial waterpark while segregating creative water play areas for various age groups. Aquatic attractions have become much more age defined with age limitations and appropriateness due to elements of thrill and capabilities. Tots enjoy […]
A variable frequency drive (VFD) is a system used to control the rotational speed of an alternating current (AC) electric motor. Through manipulating the frequency of the electrical power supplied to the motor, the VFD is able to reduce energy consumption and increase the longevity of the motor. The ability to precisely control the electric […]
One of the primary keys to having a successful aquatic facility operation is the development and implementation of policies and procedures. Aquatic facilities need policies in regards to a variety of issues that will come up on a daily basis, including hours of operations, admission prices and refunds, severe weather, parental supervision, outside groups and […]
Ultraviolet Light (UV) has been around since the early 80s and is used in multiple water treatment applications, but is still gaining popularity in the pool industry. Today UV serves as an effective secondary sanitation option on many pools and spraygrounds around the country. In some states UV treatment is becoming a requirement. California, for […]
It Is critical that all aquatic operations have a comprehensive onboarding and training process for all new and returning team members. Back in my aquatic manager days, I made the mistake of telling myself that I “didn’t have time for training my management/supervisory team” and that was the biggest mistake I ever made, and I […]
Touchpads, relay take off platforms, deck plates, wall plates, scoreboard locations, scoreboard sizes, pace clocks,… the list is long and extensive for pieces of equipment that are critical to a running a timing system for both practice and a swim meet. Here are some items to consider when planning a new timing system at your […]
When the economy is healthy, there are plenty of opportunities to generate new revenue streams that help carry subsidized programs. When the economy is not so healthy, budgets are slashed in order to protect revenue generating programs. Recreation professionals are left with the decision of limiting programs, cutting hours, or even forgoing equipment improvements and […]
Having appropriately designed starting blocks is a critical aspect of a great competitive facility. There are a few key points that need to be considered when incorporating starting blocks into a design of a competitive swimming facility. These points include: water depth, block height, and block features. Water Depth To get started, it is always […]
One of the keys to long term success and sustainability is the use of Revenue Throttles. Revenue Throttles put pricing control in the field to maximize revenues while managing your communities’ expectations. There are three main areas I look at for developing revenue throttles, they include: Use Resident and Non-resident pricing Discounts Wait Lists Resident […]
