Dive Into Professional Development at the 2025 Vulcan Outdoor Pool Symposium!
- May 13, 2025
- Vulcan Lodge Hall
- 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Calling all outdoor pool operators, aquatic leaders, and recreation professionals! The 2025 Outdoor Pool Symposium in Vulcan is just around the corner, and it’s shaping up to be a can’t-miss event packed with valuable learning, networking, and leadership growth opportunities. Whether you’re managing a sparkling community pool or leading a team of seasonal lifeguards, this one-day event is designed to sharpen your skills, strengthen your leadership, and ensure your facility runs safely and smoothly all summer long.
What’s Making Waves at the Symposium:
Alberta Health Services (AHS)
Presenter: Katarina Arendas
A must-attend for every pool operator, this session breaks down Alberta’s pool regulations and standards. From water testing protocols to potential repercussions of non-compliance, get the clarity you need to keep your pool safe and your paperwork in check.
Aquatic Health & Safety Awareness
Speaker: Craig Hrynchuk
Discover how AMHSA’s new campaign is helping aquatic teams stay ahead of health and safety hazards. Learn actionable strategies to integrate into your operations and create a safer, more proactive work environment.
Know Your Mechanical System
Speaker: Jonathan Curley
What really goes on behind the scenes in the mechanical room? Learn how pumps, filters, and chlorinators keep your water safe and clean — and what to watch for when things go sideways.
Rescue Ready & Resilient: In-Service Training & Disruption Management
Speakers: Steve Elliot & Riley Harper (AAAP)
Learn how to design engaging, effective in-service training programs and how to keep your team sharp through unexpected closures and disruptions. Walk away with practical tactics to build a truly resilient aquatic operation.
Leadership: Seasonal Summer Pool Staffing
Speaker:Russ Tanner
Let’s face it — managing a seasonal team can be tricky. This session tackles challenges like limited training time, team culture, and scheduling issues with practical solutions you can use this season.
Leadership Through Connection, Collaboration & Compassion
Speaker: John Napier
Great leadership isn’t about the title on your name tag — it’s about showing up for your team and your community. Learn how human-centered leadership can build trust, boost morale, and turn your staff into a connected, collaborative team.
Lifesaving Society: Staff Excellence
Speaker: Jonathan Kusyanto
Explore how to foster staff excellence through leadership, continuous learning, and quality assurance. Discover how effective training systems and annual training plans can take your pool team to the next level.
Why You Should Register:
✔️ Stay ahead of pool regulations and safety standards
✔️ Strengthen your leadership and team management skills
✔️ Build connections with other aquatic professionals
✔️ Equip yourself with practical knowledge for the upcoming season
Whether you’re a seasoned pool manager or a first-time head guard, the Outdoor Pool Symposium in Vulcan will leave you better prepared, better connected, and Rescue Ready for summer 2025!
**To register click on the button above, scroll to Vulcan Aquatics and click on Symposium. Then click to create a new account and follow the prompts. If you have any questions please email us at office@aarfp.com.