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Design A More Inclusive Aquatic Facility
Most people who think about accessibility in aquatic facilities probably consider pool features such as lifts, ramps, and stairs. While aquatic function is the primary purpose of such a facility, they should not overlook the role that supporting facilities play in the overall user experience.
Everybody Into The Pool
Swimming pools are as much a part of summer as the end of school, Popsicles, and bright, sunny days. And with the worst of the pandemic in the rear-view mirror, it’s time for those facilities to welcome back the crowds.
Remaining Relevant
To remain relevant and attract visitors, municipal aquatic centers must make upgrades and add interest despite the challenges presented by budget constraints and the fluctuations brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic. Because of forced closures of facilities, many aquatic leaders lost revenue, and funding for programs was cut, although some cities have managed to pass referenda during that time to start projects.
Think Outside A Box Full of Water
For those who have a competition pool and wonder what else you can do other than have swim meets—this article is intended to help you literally think outside your box full of water.
Buckets Of Fun
After several years of planning, the city of Chandler, Ariz., unveiled its new state-of-the-art Mesquite Groves Aquatic Center in July 2008. Operated jointly with the Chandler Unified School District
Lifeguarding Procedures
Most of us as aquatic center managers have adopted one program or another to certify lifeguards. Whether it’s the Red Cross, YMCA, Ellis & Associates, Canadian, or other, we tend to stick with the procedures taught by the program we chose.
Winning Over Residents
As in many communities throughout the U.S., city officials in Salina, Kan., faced a dilemma in 2008 over what to do with the aging outdoor swimming pool. Each year, the pool required more time and
Spread The Word
It is well documented that community aquatic centers offer many benefits—recreation, health, and wellness to name a few—while helping to build a greater sense of community and a higher quality of life.
Outdoor Aquatic Facilities
People in parks and rec often hear the comment, “Pools never make money,” but is that accurate? The best answer is, “It depends.” As with any business situation, each pool’s location, demographics, features,
A Splashing Success
Not many municipal services are guaranteed to put a smile on someone's face, but on any given summer afternoon at Alligator's Creek Aquatic Center in OХFallon, Mo., laughter and shrieks of fun can be heard long before one gets to the entrance gate.
It's A Numbers Game
PhotoCourtesy Of Charles Davis Smith PhotographyIn a world where the goal is achieving close to 100-percent cost recovery, aquatic operators not only have to balance chemicals on a daily basis, but