Trade Shows
Southwest Pool & Spa Show Will Bring Out The Whole Pool Industry

The Southwest Pool & Spa Show is an event that is highly anticipated by professionals in the pool and spa industry. This year, the show will be held in Houston, Texas, at the George R. Brown Convention Center, and promises to be an exciting and educational event for all those who attend.
The Southwest Pool & Spa Show is a gathering of professionals in the pool and spa industry, including pool builders, pool service professionals, and industry retailers. This event provides a unique opportunity for these professionals to come together and learn about the latest innovations and technologies in the pool and spa industry, as well as network with their peers and industry leaders.
One of the highlights of the Southwest Pool & Spa Show is the educational seminars and events that are offered. These seminars cover a range of topics, from the latest industry trends and best practices, to hands-on demonstrations and workshops. Attendees can expect to leave the show with a wealth of new knowledge and skills that they can apply to their businesses.
The Southwest Pool & Spa Show also features the Awards of Excellence, which recognizes and honors excellence in the pool and spa industry. The Awards of Excellence ceremony is a highlight of the show and provides a platform to highlight professionals for their achievements and receive recognition from their peers.
In addition to the educational opportunities, the Southwest Pool & Spa Show is also a great place for professionals in the industry to connect and network with each other. This includes meeting with other professionals in the industry, connecting with industry suppliers and vendors, and discovering new products and services that can help to improve their businesses.
It is important to note that the Southwest Pool & Spa Show is not open to consumers or the general public. This event is specifically designed for professionals in the pool and spa industry, and is not intended for the general public.
Ultimately, the Southwest Pool & Spa Show is a must-attend event for anyone in the pool and spa industry. With its focus on education and networking, this event provides an invaluable opportunity for industry professionals to learn, grow, and connect with their peers. Whether you’re a pool builder, pool service professional, or industry retailer, the Southwest Pool & Spa Show is an event that you won’t want to miss. If you’re attending the show, make sure to stop by Booth #734 and pick up the latest issue of Pool Magazine.
Schedule of Events
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
- 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM – Registration Open Level 1, Hall D Lobby
- 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM – Certification Programs Level 3, Meeting Rooms
- 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM – Exhibitor Move-In Level 1, Hall D
Thursday, February 9, 2023
- 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM – Registration Open Level 1, Hall D Lobby
- 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM – Exhibitor Move-In Level 1, Hall D
- 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM – Certification Programs Level 3, Meeting Rooms
- 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM – FREE Industry Sessions Level 3, Meeting Rooms
- 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM – NEW!! Industry Welcome Reception (Exhibit Hall Open) Level 1, Hall D
Friday, February 10, 2023
- 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM – Registration Open Level 1, Hall D
- 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM – Certification Programs Level 3, Meeting Rooms
- 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM – FREE Industry Sessions Level 3, Meeting Rooms
- 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM – Exhibit Hall Open Level 1, Hall D
- 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM – FREE Networking Lunch Level 1, Hall D
- 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM – Awards GalaLevel 3, Ballroom
Saturday, February 11, 2023
- 7:30 AM – 2:00 PM – Registration Open Level 1, Hall D Lobby
- 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM – FREE Industry Sessions Level 3, Meeting Rooms
- 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM – Exhibit Hall Open Level 1, Hall D
- 2:00 PM – 9:00 PM – Exhibitor Move OutLevel 1, Hall D
Network Opportunities
Thursday, February 9, 2023
- NEW! Industry Networking Reception | 5:00 pm – 7:30 pm | Location: Level 1, Hall D
Friday, February 10, 2023
- Networking Lunch | 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm | Location: Level 1, Hall D
- Happy Hour | 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm | Location: Level 1, Hall D
- Southwest Pool & Spa Show Awards Gala | 5:30 pm – 8:00 pm | Location: Level 3, Ballroom
Saturday, February 11, 2023
- Networking Lunch | 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm | Location: Level 1, Hall D
- Happy Hour | 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm | Location: Level 1, Hall D
Show Resources
Industry News
Excitement is Building for The Pool & Spa Show in Atlantic City
The Pool & Spa Show promises to be one of the biggest events of the year.

We’re deep into pool trade show season now and one of the biggest shows of the year is always The Pool & Spa Show in Atlantic City. Many consider this to be one of the premier events for the industry and it’s widely attended by pool professionals throughout the country.
The Pool & Spa Show is powered by NESPA (Northeast Spa & Pool Association) and features some of the latest and most innovative products, educational courses, and exhibits. Not only is the event a fantastic opportunity to network with peers, but it’s a great chance to make connections with industry leaders, distributors, and educators from around the industry.
Let Pool Magazine Be Your Guide To The Pool & Spa Show
This year’s event promises something for everyone. Already the buzz has begun to circulate on social media that the 2023 Pool & Spa Show may be bigger than ever.
Why Attend The Pool & Spa Show in Atlantic City?
There are numerous reasons why The Pool & Spa Show in Atlantic City consistently remains a top draw for pool pros. Three of the main reasons are the exhibitors who will be displaying the latest products and services, the networking opportunities, and of course the educational courses.
NEW PRODUCTS
One of the primary reasons pool industry professionals choose to attend The Pool & Spa Show is that the event provides the chance to see the newest products and equipment that will certainly be making a splash in 2023.
This year’s exhibition hall will bring out some of the largest manufacturers and distributors in the pool and spa industry. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the newest innovative equipment, accessories, and services long before they make their way into retail stores. Connecting at the show is a great way to find out pricing and ask representatives any product-related questions.
NETWORKING
Whether you’re attending or plan to exhibit at the The Pool & Spa Show, the networking opportunities presented at the event are one of the primary reasons this particular trade show remains an important hub for the industry. Since its inception, The Pool & Spa Show in Atlantic City has been a gravitating point where the entire industry reconnects. Consequently, many industry professionals say it’s one of the most important shows of the year for networking with peers and making new connections.
EDUCATION
Finally, one of the biggest reasons pool pros choose to attend the show in Atlantic City is education. The Pool & Spa Show provides the perfect opportunity to expand one’s knowledge and take courses from PHTA, GENESIS, and Watershape University. The educational courses offered at this event represent some of the best programs available in the industry.

Show Resources
Schedule
Sunday, January 22, 8:00 AM
- GENESIS C201: Construction School Concrete Pools (CBP) – 3 Days (Day 1)
- GENESIS: D265 Master Designer Methods: Kirk Bianchi, Crafting the Outdoor Space as a Living Art Form – 2 Days (Day 1)
- PHTA | Certified Hot Tub Technician 3 Days (Day 1)
- PHTA | Certified Maintenance Specialist 3 Days (Day 1)
- PHTA | Certified Service Technician 3 Days (Day 1)
- Watershape University | E4311 Advanced Fluid Engineering Workshop – 2 Days (Day 1)
Sunday, January 22, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday, January 22, 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Monday, January 23, 8:00 AM
- Comprehensive Water Chemistry for Residential Pools
- GENESIS C201: Construction School Concrete Pools (CBP) – 3 Day (Day 2)
- GENESIS: D265 Master Designer Methods: Kirk Bianchi, Crafting the Outdoor Space as a Living Art Form – 2 Days (Day 2)
- National Plasterers Council (NPC) Pool Start Up Certification
- OSHA 10-hour General Industry Training (additional 2 hrs Pool Industry focus) (Watershape University) 2 Days (Day 2)
- PHTA | Certified Hot Tub Technician 3 Days (Day 2)
- PHTA | Certified Maintenance Specialist (Day 2)
- PHTA | Certified Service Technician (Day 2)
- Watershape University | E4311 Advanced Fluid Engineering Workshop- 2 Days (Day2)
Monday, January 23, 8:30 AM
- A Pro’s Guide to Above-Ground Pool Assembly & Liner Installation
- Pool Inspections and the Real Estate Market: New Opportunities
Monday, January 23, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Monday, January 23, 9:00 AM
- PHTA/ICC Present the 2021 International Swimming Pool & Spa Code
- Women in the Industry Leadership Development: Staying Afloat Together
Monday, January 23, 9:00 AM
- Training for New Trainers: How to Develop, Design, & Deliver Your In-house Education
- What’s Next? Creating Certainty in an Uncertain World
Monday, January 23, 12:30 PM
Monday, January 23, 1:30 PM
- A Dive Into Digital Marketing
- ANSI/PHTA Standards Guiding You to Better Water Chemistry (RWQAC/PHTA)
- Don’t Kill Your Golden Goose – Protect & Perpetuate Your Business
- Hydraulics & Circulation System Basics
- Spanish – Pentair Automation Systems (including IntelliCenters & EasyTouch)
Monday, January 23, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday, January 24, 8:00 AM
Tuesday, January 24, 8:00 AM
- GENESIS C201: Construction School Concrete Pools (CBP) – 3 Days (Day 3)
- PHTA | Certified Service Technician (Day 3)
Tuesday, January 24, 8:30 AM
- Are You a Positive Energizer? Make the Connection between Positivity and Profit and Watch Your Business Soar!
- Delivering Service That Makes the Competition Weep
- Gas Fired Heaters: Everything You Need to Know
Tuesday, January 24, 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Tuesday, January 24, 9:00 AM
- Be Ready for Anything: The Proactive Way to Open Pools in the Spring
- Detailed Overview of Employee Handbook & Importance of Job Description
- Developing Leaders from Within
- Fluidra Supplemental Sanitizing with AOP Systems
- GPS Marketing: Setting Your ‘In-Store Stage’ to Drive Your Sales
- Leak Detection Basics
- Marketing Renovation Sales (Watershape University)
- Recreational Water Balance
- Salt Chlorine Generators for the Beginner
- Small Space Design & Construction (GENESIS D111)
- Spanish – Basic Hydraulics & Circulation Systems
- Spanish – Profiling Outstanding Projects, Start to Finish (Watershape University)
- Upselling the Benefits of Solar Energy Heating for Pools
Tuesday, January 24, 9:00 AM – 10:30 PM
Tuesday, January 24, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Tuesday, January 24, 1:00 PM
- Confronting 2023’s Critical Issues: Strategies & Tactics for Getting Work, Retaining Employees and Keeping Profits
- Pool Water Chemistry Basics for Service Techs
Tuesday, January 24, 1:30 PM
- Artistry of Vanishing Edge Design & Details (Watershape University)
- Bonding & Grounding
- Creating The Delivery of Exceptional Business Experiences
- CYA Smart: A Movement Toward Better, Healthier Water
- Everything You Didn’t Realize You Wanted to Know about Algae
- Hayward Supplemental Sanitizing with AOP Systems
- Independent Contractor or Employee: Classifying Your Workers
- Proper Techniques for Prepping a Pool Shell for Plastering
- Pumps/Motors & DOE Compliancy
- Safety Cover Measuring
- Scale Your Company without Additional Labor: Proven Tactics That Work
- So You want to Be a Master Salesperson
- Spanish – How (& Why) Standardizing Pool Chemistry Should Be a Top Priority in the Pool Service Business
- Spanish – In-depth Pool Heating Overview
- Stains on Your Finishes & Solutions So You Get Paid
- Understanding Your Contract: How to Protect Your Company in a Changing Environment (PHTA)
Tuesday, January 24, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday, January 25, 8:30 AM
- Electricity for the Pool & Spa Service Professional
- Introduction to HR Fundamentals
- Spanish – Advanced Hydraulics for Builders/Service Techs
- Team Up for Success: How a Culture Can Cure your Staff Needs
Wednesday, January 25, 8:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Wednesday, January 25, 9:00 AM
- Advanced Water Chemistry: Keeping Your Pool Water Safe
- ANSI/PHTA/ICC-10: Reduce the Risk of Mold & Structural Design in Elevated Pools (PHTA)
- Changes to NEC 680
- Comprehensive Swimming Pool Inspections with Leak Detection
- Don’t Believe Everything You Think
- Energy-Efficient Pool Heating: Solar, Heat Pumps & Hybrid Systems
- In-Depth Pool Heating Overview
- Job Costing for Profit Versus Existence (GENESIS B331)
- Pentair Automated & Alternative Sanitization
- Spanish – Pumps/Motors & DOE Compliancy
- Specialized Solutions for Smarter, More Efficient Pool Care
- Splash Pad Development & Design (PHTA)
- The Power of Effective Communications
- The Upshift Manifesto – Thriving in the Post Pandemic Marketplace
- Trading in Today’s World & How it Affects Short Term & Long term Planning
- Vinylology 101: The More You Know the More You Sell
- Water Balance from a Cause & Effect Perspective
Wednesday, January 25, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Wednesday, January 25, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Wednesday, January 25, 1:00 PM
- In-Ground Pool Vinyl Liners: Getting the Perfect Fit Every Time
- Video Tips & Tricks: How to Create Stellar Videos for Every Stage of the Buyer’s Journey
Wednesday, January 25, 1:30 PM
- Advanced Pool Electrical Safety for Builders & Service Technicians
- ClearComfort AOP Systems: Are They for Me?
- Electronic (Spa) Control Packs: From Then to Now
- Employment & Best Practices to Avoid Lawsuits & Business Risk
- How (and Why) Standardizing Pool Chemistry Should be a Top Priority in a Pool Service Business
- How to Successfully Use TikTok, Instagram, and Pinterest to Grow Your Business
- Hydraulics for Pool Service Professionals (Intermediate)
- Maintaining the Water in Salt-Chlorine Generator Pools – The Case for Borates
- Managing Expectations: What Your Homeowner Needs to Know About Vinyl Liner Warranties
- Optimize Staff & Inventory in Your Service Department
- Pool Chlorine Mysteries: Where is All My Chlorine Going?
- Saltwater Pool Troubleshooting: Beyond the Equipment
- Spanish – Fluidra Supplemental Sanitizing with AOP Systems
- Structured Sales Process (Watershape University)
Wednesday, January 25, 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Thursday, January 26, 8:30 AM
- Advanced Measuring Techniques for All Pools
- Interior Cementitious Finishes: Setting Realistic Expectations
- Proper Inground Spa Jet Design in a Variable Speed World
- Recognizing (and Profiting from!) Residential Pool Fails
- Spanish – Be Ready for Anything: the Proactive Way to Open Pools in the Spring
- System Level Hydraulic Design for Pools & Spas
- The 2023 “Everything Google” Playbook for Builders, Service Companies and Retailers
- The Who, What, and Why Around Today’s Acquisition Surge
- What’s THAT on the Pool Surface
Show Hours
Sunday, January 22
Education Conference 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Certification Courses Begin
Monday, January 23
Registration Opens 8:00 AM
Education Conference 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Welcome Party 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Tuesday, January 24
Registration Opens 7:45 am
Education Conference 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Exhibit Hall 10:00 am- 5:00 pm
Wednesday, January 25
Registration Opens 8:00 am
Education Conference 8:30 am – 4:15 am
Exhibit Hall 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thursday, January 26
Registration Opens 8:00 am
Education Conference 8:30 am – 10:00 am
Exhibit Hall 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Exhibitors
For those looking to get their products and services in front of pool and spa professionals, The Pool & Spa Show presents unique possibilities to reach a mass audience (56% of attendees are decision makers).
The exhibitor’s hall still has some availability left, but the majority of booths are already spoken for. Those planning to exhibit at this year’s event had better get a move on before spaces are all booked up.
Stop By Our Booth & Connect With Pool Magazine
Since this is one of the year’s major pool trade show events, Pool Magazine will certainly be in attendance and will be exhibiting. You can find us at booth 3304 and pick up a copy of our latest issue. We can’t wait to see you there!
Featured Photo Credit: NESPA
Trade Shows
Pool Trade Shows & Industry Events To Look Forward To This Year

Trade shows are a great way to connect with what is going on in the pool and outdoor living industry. Pool professionals attend regional and national conventions to familiarize themselves with the latest innovations and take advantage of in-show educational courses. One of the best ways to plan which event to attend is to familiarize yourself with the various pool industry conventions and trade shows being organized this year.
This resource list of pool industry trade shows will give you a better understanding of which events will be occurring through the rest of 2022 and into the beginning of 2023. Many of these trade shows offer a discount for pool association members. Check the specific show for more information about lodgings, event itinerary, and exhibitor information.
Pool Trade Show & Event Calendar for 2022-2023
The following is a list of pool industry trade shows & events for the remainder of 2022 and the start of 2023.
2022 Pool Industry Trade Shows

AQUA Live
AQUA Live is hosted by AQUA Magazine. Their trade show event brings the industry to gather together to discuss their thoughts and tactics for growth, profitability and maintaining outstanding customer service. At AQUA Live you’ll find industry-related educational courses, thought-provoking discussions, product exhibits, and events.
AQUA Live is a perfect opportunity to reunite with the entire industry for face-to-face engagement. With a comprehensive spectrum of education-oriented toward pool and spa professionals, there’s no limit to what you’ll get from this experience.
Date: October 5-7, 2022
Location: Charlotte Convention Center – Charlotte, NC
Phone: (608) 249-0186
Website: https://www.aquamag.live/
Pool Industry Expo

P.I.E. is a fantastic destination education opportunity for folks in the pool & spa industry. This year’s Pool Industry Expo will be held for the 35th time. Over the years P.I.E. has experienced tremendous success and national recognition since it first began back in 1987. PIE will feature 30 exhibitors on the showroom floor this year, with booths and educational seminars directed at decision-makers in the build and spa service industries. Located in scenic Monterey, California, P.I.E. is a rare opportunity to enjoy a beautiful California vacation while taking in the very best that the pool & spa industry has to offer.
Date: October 6-8, 2022
Location: Monterey Conference Center – Monterey, CA
Phone: (650) 323-7743
Website: https://poolindustryexpo.com
World Aquatic Health Conference

The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance hosts the World Aquatic Health Conference (WAHC), an aquatic research forum. Last year’s event was virtual due to the pandemic, but this year’s conference will be in person again! This year’s event includes education from a varied mix of pool operators, manufacturers, service professionals, facility managers, environmental health officials, academia, pool builders, retailers, and health advocates on an assortment of relevant topics.
Date: October 12-14, 2022
Location: Omni Houston Hotel – Houston, TX
Phone: (713) 871-8181
Website: https://wahc.phta.org
International Pool Spa Patio Expo

The International Pool Spa Patio Expo is the largest pool industry trade show in the United States. Last year’s event in Dallas saw fantastic attendance and was the first time the industry had reunited since the start of the pandemic. Each year the International Pool Spa Patio Expo show draws tens of thousands of attendees who come from all over the globe to see the latest product innovations and access a huge catalog of industry-related educational courses. Perhaps one of the biggest attendance draws is the fun events, award shows, and networking opportunities at the PSP/Deck Expo. This year the event returns to Las Vegas and is sure to draw a huge crowd. Don’t miss your opportunity to take part in what is sure to be the most well-attended pool industry event of the year.
Date: November 15-17, 2022 (EXPO) | November 12-17, 2022 (CONFERENCE)
Location: Las Vegas Convention Center – Las Vegas, NV
Phone: (888) 869-8522
Website: https://poolspapatio.com
2023 Pool Industry Trade Shows
Mid America Pool Spa & Outdoor Living Show

The Mid America Pool Spa & Outdoor Living Show draws attendees from all over the world but is primarily geared towards all pool industry professionals from most of the mid-western states.
- 24 Show seminars offered over two days, covering topics for owners, managers, sales, service technicians, retail storefronts and more!
- Specialized Training from Pentair- IN PERSON!
- Party in the Quarterback Suite of Lucas Oil Stadium presented by PENTAIR
- Tour Lucas Oil Stadium compliments of PoolCorp
Date: January 17-20, 2023
Location: Lucas Oil Stadium – Indianapolis, IN
Phone: (630) 308-1363
Website: https://midampool.com
The Pool & Spa Show

(Northeast Spa and Pool Association) in Atlantic City, NJ
The Pool & Spa Show in Atlantic City is definitely one of the best pool industry trade shows of the year and not to be missed! The event hosted by the Northeast Spa and Pool Association (NESPA) draws mass attendance with its educational courses, product exhibits, events and networking opportunities. A favorite amongst trade show goers and high on the list of must-attend events for pool professionals. NESPA has been delivering a premium experience for attendees for over 40 years at The Pool & Spa Show.
Date: January 24-26, 2023
Location: Atlantic City Convention Center – Atlantic City, NJ
Phone: (609) 689-9111
Website: https://www.thepoolspashow.com/
National Plasterers Council Annual Convention

The National Plasterers Council has been assisting consumers and its members in solving industry-related issues with pool plaster surfaces for decades. National Plasterers Council Annual Conference is the utmost authority for in-ground swimming pool and spa contentious interior pool surface applicators, material manufacturers, suppliers and distributors. Their annual convention brings together thought leaders and exhibitors from all over the pool & spa industry.
Date: February 8-10, 2023
Location: Loews Coronado Bay Resort – Coronado, CA
Phone: (847) 416-7221
Website: https://www.npconline.org/
Southwest Pool & Spa Show

The Southwest Pool & Spa Show remains one of the most popular regional pool trade shows in the country. This year’s convention will be held in Houston, TX at the George Brown Convention Center. Featuring their annual awards show, educational courses, exhibitors, and world-class networking events, SWPSS is always an industry favorite with pool industry professionals and a convention you simply can’t afford to miss.
Date: February 8-11, 2023
Location: George Brown Convention Center – Houston, TX
Phone: (972) 929-3169
Website: https://www.swpsshow.com/
Everything Under The Sun Expo

The Everything Under The Sun Expo first got its start in 1972 and has been bringing the pool & spa industry together for over 50 years! Last year’s event featured a phenomenal itinerary of training seminars, educational courses, and a stellar line-up of exhibitors. The show in 2023 promises to be a repeat of the world-class convention attendees experienced. A vacation destination in it’s own right, the Orlando event in the Sunshine State is one of the most popular in the country.
Date: February 24-25, 2023
Location: Orange County Convention Center – Orlando, FL
Phone: (941) 952-9293
Website: http://www.underthesunexpo.com/
Western Pool & Spa Show

The Western Pool & Spa Show is the largest pool industry trade show on the west coast and will be celebrating its 45th anniversary. Since 1978 the Western Pool & Spa Show has been an industry gathering point that brings that entire industry together. The Western show is one of a kind event where attendees may walk away with a brand new truck or $20,000 cash – one never knows! The raffles, events, education courses, and exhibitors bring out the masses to check out the latest & greatest the industry has to offer.
Date: March 23-25, 2023
Location: Long Beach Convention Center – Long Beach, CA
Phone: (800) 787-7727
Website: https://westernshow.com
There are a number of major regional industry-related events with dates yet to be determined in 2023. This resource list of expos, trade shows, and conventions will be updated throughout the year with new information as it becomes available.
Trade Shows
Southwest Pool & Spa Show Promises Something For Everyone
Everything is bigger in Texas, including this years Southwest Pool & Spa Show.

As tradeshow season commences in full swing, the next big event that will be drawing huge crowds to check out the latest products, equipment, technology and education is the Southwest Pool & Spa Show in San Antonio. This incredibly popular tradeshow brings folks out from all over the Southwest region and will be going on from January 19-22, 2022. For industry professionals that are PHTA, TPSC (Formerly APEC), IPSSA or GENESIS members, attendance to the show is FREE! For non-members, the fee is only $45 for a day pass.
As one of the largest pool & spa shows in the country, the Southwest Pool & Spa Show is guaranteed to bring out some of the biggest names in pools, spas, hot tubs, retail, and service. After a brief hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the SWPSS will be a live event this year and promises to have something for everyone.

The industry is already focused on making 2022 the biggest year ever for rolling out new products, and this years list of exhibitors is impressive.The fact that the SWPSS event has returned as a live event is great news for many in the industry; who say that this show in particular, is one of their favorites and was sorely missed last year.
Decision-makers and buyers from across the Southwest and Mexico will be flocking to the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center to see the latest advancements in equipment, newest products, and service providers in the industry. It’s not just San Antonio pool builders who will be there, SWPSS is a major event attracting pool builders, remodelers, service and retail professionals from all over the industry.
Educational sessions will be ongoing during each of the 4 days of the event. The last two days, Friday – January 21st and Saturday – January 22nd the exhibition hall will be open. Expect a who’s who from the pool and spa industry in attendance to see the latest products and innovations.
On Friday night from 5:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. will be the Welcome Industry Party in the Hemisfair Ballroom. Make sure to attend as it’s a wonderful opportunity to network with peers and colleagues from around the industry as well as make new acquaintances.
Awards of Excellence
The SWPSS Awards of Excellence 2022 Winners will be formally announced during the Southwest Pool & Spa Show in San Antonio, TX. Hundreds have submitted entries for consideration. The awards themselves recognize achievements in the installation and design of pools and spas. The competition, which is open to all Pool & Hot Tub Association (PHTA), Independent Pool and Spa Service Association (IPSSA) or Asociación de Profesionales de la Piscina (APP) members, brings in hundreds of entriesfrom all over the Southwest (Arkansas, Colorado, Louisiana, Mississippi, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Texas, and Wyoming as well as Mexico).
For attendees who plan to stay a few days in town, there are group rates available at two conveniently located hotels. The Marriott Riverwalk located next to the Convention Center and the Marriott Rivercenter located a short walk away are both terrific options.
Education Schedule
This year’s education panel at the SWPSS features a deep roster of industry thought leaders and experts from the pool, construction, service, marketing and retail sectors. There are a large number of free classes available. Make sure to check the Education Schedule below as well as on the SWPSS website.
January 18, 2022
GENESIS C201: CONSTRUCTION SCHOOL: Concrete Pools; Three Day Course 24 Hours | 2.4 IACET CEUs | DBPR/CILB-FL #0612786 – 24 hours – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (Speakers: Greg Andrews, Terry Brannon, P.E, Randy Dukes) – Room: 004 –PAID COURSE
January 19, 2022
GENESIS C201: CONSTRUCTION SCHOOL: Concrete Pools; Three Day Course 24 Hours | 2.4 IACET CEUs | DBPR/CILB-FL #0612786 – 24 hours– 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (Speakers: Greg Andrews, Terry Brannon, P.E, Randy Dukes) – Room: 004 –PAID COURSE
GENESIS D265: Master Designer Methods: Crafting the Outdoor Space as a Living Art Form; Two Day Course 16 hours | 1.6 IACET CEUs – Speaker:Kirk Bianchi – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm – Room: 006A –PAID COURSE
Pool Chemistry Training Institute – Pool Chemistry Certified Residential Course; One Day Course (Speakers: Terry Arko, David Gilbreath) – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm -Room: 007A –PAID COURSE
NPC Certified Start-Up Technician Course – Speaker: Jana Auringer – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm – Room: 007B –PAID COURSE
Succeeding in the World of Landscape Design/Build – Don’t Make My Mistakes, Learn from Them – One Day Workshop – Speaker: Marti Neely – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm – Room: 007C –PAID COURSE
Preparation for the Texas Residential Appliance Installer License (RAIL or TRAIL) Course; One Day Course – Speaker: Kevin Tucker – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm – Room: 007D –PAID COURSE
PHTA Certified Pool & Spa Operator® (CPO®) Certification; Two Day Course 16 hours | 1.6 IACET CEUs – Speaker: David Turnage – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm – Room: 006C –PAID COURSE
WaterShape University CON 2711: Major Renovations Workshop – 16 Hour Course / CEUs 1.6 – (Speakers: Bill Drakeley, ACI, IWI Rick Chafey, IWI) – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm – Room: 008A –PAID COURSE
Watershape University DGN 2321: History of Water in Architecture Workshop for Beginners- 16 Hour Course / CEUs 1.6 – (Speakers: Don Gatzke, FAIA, Michael Nantz, WU Dean of Culture, IWI Leadership Team) – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm – Room: 008B –PAID COURSE
Tributary Revelation Tile Summit: (Speakers: Curt Rapp, Danilo Bonazza, Harold Evans, Jimmy Reed, Ray Corral, Vito Mariano) – 9:00 am – 4:00 pm – Room: Exhibit Hall B4 –PAID COURSE
January 20, 2022
GENESIS C201: CONSTRUCTION SCHOOL: Concrete Pools; Three Day Course 24 Hours | 2.4 IACET CEUs | DBPR/CILB-FL #0612786 – 24 hours –– 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (Speakers: Greg Andrews, Terry Brannon, P.E, Randy Dukes) – Room: 004 –PAID COURSE
GENESIS D265: Master Designer Methods: Crafting the Outdoor Space as a Living Art Form; Two Day Course 16 hours | 1.6 IACET CEUs – Speaker:Kirk Bianchi – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm – Room: 006A –PAID COURSE
PHTA Certified Pool & Spa Operator® (CPO®) Certification; Two Day Course 16 hours | 1.6 IACET CEUs – Speaker: David Turnage – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm – Room: 006C –PAID COURSE
WaterShape University CON 2711: Major Renovations Workshop – 16 Hour Course / CEUs 1.6 – (Speakers: Bill Drakeley, ACI, IWI Rick Chafey, IWI) – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm – Room: 008A –PAID COURSE
Watershape University DGN 2321: History of Water in Architecture Workshop for Beginners – 16 Hour Course / CEUs 1.6 – (Speakers: Don Gatzke, FAIA, Michael Nantz, WU Dean of Culture, IWI Leadership Team) – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm – Room: 008B –PAID COURSE
POOL SALES: You Had Me At “Hello” – Speaker: Brett Abbott – 8:30 am – 10:00 am – Room: 007A –FREE COURSE
Don’t Kill Your Golden Goose – Protect & Perpetuate Your Business – Speaker: Larry Oxenham – 8:30 am – 10:00 am – Room: 007B –FREE COURSE
How to Generate More, Better Leads in 2021 – Speaker: Bruce Porter – 8:30 am – 10:00 am – Room: 007C –FREE COURSE
PHTA | ICC Present the International Swimming Pool & Spa Code – 6 Hour Training | 6 PHTA CEUs – Speaker: Kevin Tucker – 8:00 am – 3:00 pm – Room: 007D –PAID COURSE
Advertising with Google, Facebook and More – Speaker: Brett Abbott, 10:15 am – 11:45 am – Room: 007A–FREE COURSE
Scale Your Company for Continued Growth, using no additional labor. Transform Your Website into a 24/7 Sales Assistant. Proven Tactics That Work for Builders, Service Companies and Retailers – Speaker: Pam Vinje Isbell – 10:15 am – 11:45 am, Room: 007B–FREE COURSE
LSI Based Plaster Startup.. What is it and Why? – Speaker: Jarred Morgan, 10:15 am – 11:45 am – Room: 007C–FREE COURSE
7 Crucial Marketing Secrets Every Pool Builder Should Know – Speaker: Brett Abbott, 12:45 pm – 2:45 pm – Room: 007A–FREE COURSE
The Art of the Proposal – Speaker: Marti Neely, 12:45 pm – 2:15 pm – Room: 007B–FREE COURSE
Increasing Pool Sales by Understanding Human Behavior – Speaker: John J. Kimmel, 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm – Room: 007A–FREE COURSE
Geofencing, IP Address Retargeting, Website and CRM Remarketing, Google Local Services, Instagram Shops, Tik Tok and More! Understanding Your Expanded 2022 Ad Options! – Pam Vinje Isbell – 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm–FREE COURSE
Enhance Your Digital Your Digital Footprint for 2022 – Speaker: Bruce Porter, 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm – Room: 007C–FREE COURSE
January 21, 2022
TSPC Business Summit – One Day Paid Course – (Various Speakers) – 8:00 am – 5:00 pm – Room: 007A–PAID COURSE
GENESIS C215: What’s New with Tile: Working with Large Format 1.5 hours | 0.2 IACET CEUs – Speaker: Greg Andrews, 8:30 am – 10:00 am – Room: 004–FREE COURSE
WQC Session: Let’s Clear the Air – Air Quality for Indoor Swimming Venues – 1.5 hours | 1.5 PHTA CEUs 1.5 hours | 1.5 PHTA CEUs – (Speakers: Kenneth Gregory, Terry Arko, Jody O’Grady, John Weber) – 8:30 am – 10:00 am – Room: 006A–FREE COURSE
Basic Water Chemistry & Testing – Speaker: Wayne Ivusich, 8:30 am – 10:00 am – Room: 006B–FREE COURSE
Shift Happens: How Your Pool & Spa Businesses Can Differentiate & Win – Speaker: Steve Berens – 8:30 am – 10:00 am, Room: 006C–FREE COURSE
How to Promote Your Pool Inspection Business – Speaker: Kari Shaw, 8:30 am – 10:00 am – Room: 007B–FREE COURSE
Horrific Events & How To Survive – (Speakers: Renee Porter, Stacie Powdermaker) – 8:30 am – 10:00 am – Room: 007C–FREE COURSE
Watershape University: DGN 2561: Five Elements Theory: Air, Earth, Fire, Water and Space / 01:30 – CEUs: 0.20 – (Speakers: Don Gatzke, FAIA – Michael Nantz, WU Dean of Culture, IWI Leadership Team) – 8:30 am – 10:00 am – Room: 008A–FREE COURSE
Hot Water Chemistry: It’s Not Just A Little Pool – Speaker: Alicia Stephens – 8:30 am – 10:00 am – Room: 008B–FREE COURSE
GENESIS D111: Small Space Design 1.5 hours | 0.2 IACET CEUs – Speaker: Kirk Bianchi – 10:15 am – 11:45 am – Room: 004–FREE COURSE
Advanced Infinity Pool and Spa Inspections – (Speakers: Michael Shaw, Kari Shaw) – 10:15 am – 11:45 am – Room: 007B–FREE COURSE
Mastering the Mustard Monster – Speaker: David Sage – 10:15 am – 11:45 am – Room: 007C–FREE COURSE
D.O.T. and Your Pool Service Vehicles. Are You In Compliance? – Speaker: David Turnage – 10:15 am – 11:45 am – Room: 007D–FREE COURSE
Watershape University: Con 2221: Steel Reinforcement for Shotcrete Applications – 01:30 – CEUs: 0.20 – Speaker: David Peterson, P.E., IWI, WU Co-Founder – 10:15 am – 11:45 am – Room: 008A–FREE COURSE
Beyond the Sanitizer: Maximizing Water Quality with Ancillary Products – Speaker: Alicia Stephens – 10:15 am – 11:45 am – Room: 008B–FREE COURSE
The Pool Brothers– 2 Old Pool Guys Tell Their Dirty Little Secrets! – (Speakers: Charlie Wise, Lew Akins) 10:15 am – 11:45 am – Room: 006A–FREE COURSE
Technical Installation and Comparisons Between Avia and Series 22 Raypak Gas Heaters – Speaker: Ricardo Gonzalez, 10:15 am – 11:45 am – Room: 006B–FREE COURSE
Chemical Injections As A Solution for Expansive Soils – Speaker: Tim Taborsky, 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm – Room: 007C–FREE COURSE
How to Prepare for Federal Pool Pump Regulations That Will Impact Your Business and Boost Sales – 1.5 hours | 0.2 IACET CEUs 1.5 hours | 0.2 IACET CEUs – Speaker: Carlos Gomez – 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm – Room: 004–FREE COURSE
Water Balance 101 – The LSI is Your Friend! – Speaker: Wayne Ivusich – 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm – Room: 006B–FREE COURSE
How to Develop the HMAC Commercial Pool Business – Speaker: Kenneth Gregory – 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm – Room: 006C–FREE COURSE
Understanding Legionella and Legionnaire’s Disease in Recreational Aquatic Systems – Speaker: Vance Fiegel – 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm – Room: 007B–FREE COURSE
Fundamentals of Advanced Oxidation Process – Speaker: Rick Taylor – 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm – Room: 007D–FREE COURSE
Watershape University: CON 3681: The Plasterer’s Guide to Shotcrete/Gunite Issues – 01:30 – CEUs: 0.2 – Speaker: Bill Drakeley, ACI, IWI – 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm – Room: 008A–FREE COURSE
All About Pumps, Filters & Hydraulics…The Next Generation! – (Speakers: William Ainsworth, Rex Godbee, Flash Rose) – 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm – Room: 008B–FREE COURSE
An In-Depth Look in Installation, Operation, & Troubleshooting of the Polaris 280, 380, 3900, and Quattro Pressure Side Cleaners – Alex Krajewski – 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm – Room: 006A–FREE COURSE
January 22, 2022
GENESIS E111: Introduction to Pool Hydraulics and Plumbing 1.5 hours | 0.2 IACET CEUs – Speaker: Terry Brannon, P.E, 8:30 am – 10:00 am – Room: 004–FREE COURSE
Troubleshooting Pools: Identifying, Treating, and Preventing the Most Common Pool Issues – Speaker: Alicia Stephens, 8:30 am – 10:00 am – Room: 006B–FREE COURSE
Provide More Value, Make More Profits, Regardless of the Season – Speaker: Brant Rydberg – 8:30 am – 10:00 am – Room: 006C–FREE COURSE
Web Connected Device for the Pool and Spa World – Speaker: Alex Krajewski – 8:30 am – 10:00 am – Room: 007A–FREE COURSE
Colloidal Silicates – What They Are, When to Use and How They Help! – Speaker: Trevor Foster – 8:30 am – 10:00 am – Room: 007C–FREE COURSE
Sneaky & Destructive Water Chemistry – Speaker: David Turnage – 8:30 am – 10:00 am – Room: 007D–FREE COURSE
Watershape University: BUS 1421: Protect Your Money – Avoiding Fraud in the Workplace – 01:30 – CEUs: 0.2 – Speaker: Paul Oman, IWI Leadership Team, ATM – 8:30 am – 10:00 am – Room: 008A–FREE COURSE
Solids vs. Liquids: The Latest and Greatest Information on Chlorine and CYA – (Speakers: Terry Arko, David Gilbreath) – 8:30 am – 10:00 am – 8:30 am – 10:00 am–FREE COURSE
The Power of No! – Designing Your Pool Business for Success – Speaker: Todd Gustafson – 10:15 am – 11:45 am – Room: 007B–FREE COURSE
GENESIS C308: The Beauty of the Edge – The Definitive, Internationally Acclaimed Vanishing Edge & Water-in-Transit Design 1.5 hours | 0.2 IACET CEUs | 2 PHTA CEU – Speaker: Skip Phillips – 10:15 am – 11:45 am – Room: 004–FREE COURSE
Saltwater Pool Troubleshooting: Beyond the Equipment – Speaker: Alicia Stephens – 10:15 am – 11:45 am – Room: 006B–FREE COURSE
The Basics for A Complete Pool Inspection Company – (Speakers: Michael Shaw, Kari Shaw) – 10:15 am – 11:45 am – Room: 006C–FREE COURSE
The Unique Aspects of Hot Water Chemistry – Speaker: Wayne Ivusich – 10:15 am – 11:45 am – Room: 007A–FREE COURSE
Low Pressure Water Conditioning Device – Speaker: Kenneth Gregory – 10:15 am – 11:45 am – Room: 007C–FREE COURSE
Getting the Most Saving from a Variable Speed Pump and How the Department of Energy 2021 Law Affect the Industry – Speaker: Alex Krajewski – 10:15 am – 11:45 am – Room: 007D–FREE COURSE
Outdoor Living Products Targets Profits and Long Term Business – Speaker: Rickie Hagan – 10:15 am – 11:45 am – Room: 008A–FREE COURSE
Extraordinary Tips and Tricks From 25 Years of Pools – Speaker: David Sage – 10:15 am – 11:45 am – Room: 008B–FREE COURSE
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