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registration is open for National Build& Program A Pool

cELEBRATING 21 YEARS OF bap

February 14 & 15, 2026, hosted at the Boardmoor Resort, Colorado Springs, in the Colorado Hall ABC

                                                 


DESIGN IT - DEVELOP IT - DELIVER IT

  

Our Motto: Programming Precedes Design


Description 

Join us for an exhilarating two-day journey at the Build & Program a Pool conference! This dynamic event brings together aquatic professionals, industry experts, and curious minds to discuss everything you need to know about building and operating an Aquatic Center.


Learn from leading aquatic industry professionals, known as the Dream Team, about their real-life experiences building and operating aquatic centers in the private and public sectors.


This event is perfect for individuals from cities, schools (public and private), architects, aquatic consultants, and engineers who want to design, develop, and deliver the best Aquatic Center for their community.

 

Why Attend?

- Inspiration: Ignite fresh ideas and fuel your passion.

- Networking: Expand your knowledge of building an Aquatic Center.

- Actionable Insights: Leave with actionable takeaways.

- Community: Let’s reinvent how to program an Aquatic Center.


Don’t miss this opportunity to meet the leading aquatic professionals who will guide you through the design and development process. 

  

Reserve your spot now!


SOME OF THE TOPICS TO BE COVERED INCLUDE:

·      Developing your committee and professional team.

·      Learn about the new standard in water exercise program delivery and management

·      Innovative technologies and build options.

·      Facility design from Learn to Swim and therapy pools to large competition pools.

·      How TAP’s Professional Providers can help make your project a reality.


REGISTRATION INFORMATION:

A processing fee is added to all registrations to assist in covering CC fee. 

Different Registration Options

  1. Early Bird Registration through October 1 - $249.00 
  2. Regular Registration October 2 - January 2 - $299.00
  3. Late Registration January 3 - February 1 - $349.00
  4. Last minute Registration February 2 - $399.00


By registering for this event, you consent to receive communications from TAP and the Dream Team partners. This may include updates, news, and promotional messages related to the event, which you can opt out of at any time.  



DISCOUNTS: email snelson@totalaquatic.llc 

  1. TO RECEIVE A DISCOUNT, YOU MUST EMAIL SUE NELSON snelson@totalaquatic.llc  FOR THE CODE. To receive the discount you must register using the REGULAR BAP REGISTRATION. 
  2. AOAP & NDPA, ASCA, AEA/ATRI members will receive a 20% discount on registration. 
  3. If you attended the 2024 Build & Program A Pool Conference or the Virtual Build A Pool you can receive a 20% discount.


CONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS - FEE $25  

Participants who fulfill the attendance requirements for the National Build and Program A Pool Conference will be eligible for 12 CEUs that can be utilized to satisfy the 1.5 elective CEUs prerequisite for AqP certification.

  • AEA Certified Professionals who attend the BAP…. will receive 12 AEA CECs for the BAP Conference.
  • ASCA Certified Swim Coaches who attend the BAP... will receive 12 CECs for the BAP Conference.


HOTEL INFORMATION


https://book.passkey.com/go/aapac2026

(please note this link is for AOAP/NDPA/NBAPP and all pre and post-conference workshops and partner group trainings)
Hotel Registration Information
The Broadmoor - 1 Lake Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80906
GUESTROOM RATES:


Room Type Single/Double

Classic:  $175.00 (includes resort fee) + tax and PIF
Superior:  $205.00 (includes resort fee) + tax and PIF
Premier:  $235.00 (includes resort fee) + tax and PIF




PROGRAMMING PRECEDES DESIGN

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2026 National build a pool & program workshop

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The schedule is coming soon for Day 2
 

photos from BUILD A POOL Conference

National BUILD A POOl hosted AT THE AOAP CONFERENCE

Aquatic Advocates for Aquatic Professionals & Aquatic Facilities

TAP into your Resources 

TAP uses the 3 D's system, we have built-in quality control and the ability to analyze the efficiency and effectiveness of program updates. 

Design the Program

Develop the Program

Deliver the Program 

Working with and for Aquatic Professionals

The goal is to bring together professionals from all aspects of Aquatics to network, educate, advocate, enrich and improve the aquatics industry

Aquatic Facilities are ESSENTIAL

Aquatic Facilities are ESSENTIAL

  • There is a shift in the way pools are programmed. Blending swimming and vertical exercise programs can help facilities be sustainable and benefit the community.

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