Schedule at a glance

Sunday January 26: Certification Courses.

Monday January 27: Certification Courses; Show Seminars from 8:30 – 5 p.m.

Tuesday, January 28: Certification Courses; Show Seminars from 8 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.; Exhibit Hall open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Wednesday, January 29: Certification Courses; Show Seminars from 8 a.m. -4:15 p.m.; Exhibit Hall open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Thursday, January 30: Show Seminars from 8-10 a.m.; Exhibit Hall open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Pool & Spa Show will be held at the Atlantic City Convention Center January 28-30. Powered by the Northeast Spa and Pool Association, it stands out because it is designed specifically for pool and spa professionals, by pool and spa professionals.

The Pool & Spa Show’s education conference has been reimagined to provide a more interactive learning experience, offering your entire team the chance to connect with industry peers and interact face-to-face with experts teaching on the most relevant topics.

Beyond the general conference seminars, the show also features preshow educational sessions, including NPC Start-Up Certification, CPO training, Genesis courses, Watershape University, and various PHTA certification courses. Additional specialty sessions on a wide range of topics will be available throughout the conference.

Registered attendees are invited to join Monday night’s Welcome Party at The Avalon Room, Harrah’s Resort Atlantic City, from 7 to 10 p.m. This year’s party promises to be bigger and brighter than ever, featuring live music, arcade-style games, and all your favorite party vibes.

Tickets are expected to sell quickly, so be sure to grab yours during registration for an unforgettable night. Your ticket includes three hours of entertainment and fun—this is the hottest ticket in Atlantic City!

The show is sponsored by the Northeast Spa & Pool Association. For more details, visit www. thepoolspashow.com or contact NESPA at 609-689-9111 The following are the show’s business and technical classes in the shows regular educational package.

Monday’s classes include:

• Modern Gas-Burning Pool Heaters: Small Footprint, Big Heat

• The Perfect Fit: Successfully Measuring and Installing Vinyl Liners and Safety Covers

• Explore theAttendantAutomation by Poolside

• Filtration and Circulation

• How to Offer Pool Financing & Increase Sales

• Hydraulics 101

• Pool Water Chemistry Basics: The 3 P’s of Pool Care

• Running a Compliant Business and Workplace

• Safety for Pool Maintenance Workers

• SPANISH: Chemical Conflicts & How to Avoid Them

• Why Sauna and Why Now? Tuesday’s classes include:

• Heat Pump Pool Heaters: How They Work, What They Need, Pros and Cons

• Pool Water Chemistry Basics for Pool & Spa Technicians

• AquaRite S3 Hayward Salt Chlorine Generators

• Conversation, Communication, and the Qi to Success

• Everything You Didn’t Know You Needed to Know About Algae

• Finding Leaks – Turn Headaches into Profits

• GENESIS C308: The Beauty of the Edge – The Definitive, Internationally Acclaimed Vanishing Edge & Water-in-Transit Design

• GENESIS C322: Construction Management: An Insight into a Functional Team

• Hydraulics for the Swimming Pool Professional (Intermediate)

• Imposter Syndrome – And What to Do About It

• Jandy Automation and Web Based Connectivity

• Practical AI: Marketing Magic for Your Business Right Now • Solar Pool Heating 101

• SPANISH:AquaRite S3 Hayward Chlorine Generators

• SPANISH: How to Open and Close A Pool With LSI Balance Strategies

• SPANISH: Pentair Automation-IntelliCenter

• Wa tershape Univer s i t y : BUSINESS 1451: Introduction to Finance and Estimating

• Wa tershape Univer s i t y : CONSTRUCTION 1711: Pool Renovation Inspection Checklist: Considerations for a Successful Project

• What To Do In The Event of an OSHA Inspection

• 2023 NECArticle 680: Swimming Pools, Spas, Hot Tubs, Fountains, and Similar Installations

• AquaCal PoolSync System Equipment Automation Control Everyone Can Afford

• Automatic Pool Covers that Positively Change the Backyard Swimming Pool Environment

• Building a Secure Future for Retirement

• Chemical Safety for the Pool Professional (PHTA)

• Discover Your Authentic Voice And How to Use It To Create Impact

• Grow Your Pool/Backyard Business in 2025

• Heating Pools Effectively and Efficiently

• How AI Will Impact Your Pool Business

• Material Matters: A Deep Dive into Commercial Pool Construction

• Ordinary to Outstanding: Turning Pump Replacements into Equipment Pad Upgrades

• Pentair Salt Chlorine Generators

• Renovating with PVC Membrane

• SPANISH: Jandy Aquapure & Truclear SWC

• Surface Stain Solutions: Removal and Prevention Strategies

• Testing Methods, Interferences, and Techniques

• True Partnership: Giving and Gaining Value from Every Customer Relationship

• Understanding Your Contracts and Insurance

• Wa tershape Univer s i t y : ENGINEERING 2731: Structural Repairs of Existing Pools Wednesday’s classes include:

• Are You Really Listening to Your Customers?

• Metals and Metal Staining – “The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly”

• Vinyl Liners: Tips and Techniques for A Perfect Fit

• 4 Things You Can Do Today to Start Generating Business Online

• AutoPilot Salt Chlorination – Differentiators, Installation, Operation, and Troubleshooting

• Best Practices for Avoiding Employment Liability

• Bob Lowry’s Pool Chemistry for Service Pros (abridged)

• GENESIS C11 0 : P o o l Construction Documents

• GENESIS C112: Stop Blaming the Tile – Misunderstanding Common Pool Tile Failures

• Innovations and Insights: The State of the Robotic Pool Cleaner Industry

• Owning The Backyard

• Pentair Automation-IntelliCenter

• So, You Started a Pool Service Company . . . Now What?

• SPANISH: Fil trat ion & Circulation

• SPANISH: Introduction to Hydraulics • The 2025 AI and Automation Roadmap for Pool and Spa Companies

• The State of Pool Service Industry 2025: Insights, Priorities, and Challenges

• VGBA Standards Update: Must-Know Changes for Pool Professionals (PHTA)

• Watershape Univer s i t y : CONSTRUCTION 2342:

• Thoughtful Equipment Installations

• What Causes Leaks, How to Find Leaks, and How to Fix Leaks

• What’s Hot: Exploring Today’s Trends in Sustainable Pool Heating Solutions

• Advanced Leak Detection for the Seasoned Professional

• Dealing with Difficult Behaviors in the Workplace

• Electricity for the Swimming Pool Professional

• AI Use For Pool and Spa Companies

• Bonding & Grounding and the NEC Article 680.26(B) Update

• Chemical Conflicts & How to Avoid Them

• GENESIS C253: Damp-Proofing (Waterproofing) for Remodels • Hayward OMNI Automation Systems

• How to Mitigate Biofilm Buildup’s in Hot Tubs, Swim Spas and Swimming Pools

• Importance of Accounting and Software for Businesses

• Jandy AquaPure & TruClear SWCs

• Pool Pump Motor Mastery – A Deep Dive Into Pump Motors and Compliant Retrofit Options

• Proper Techniques for Prepping a Pool Shell for Plastering

• Safety Covers

• Sales Skills for Service Techs

• SPANISH: Advanced Hydraulics

• SPANISH: Jandy Automation and Web Based Connectivity

• SPANISH: Pentair Salt Chlorine Generators

• Swimming Pool Safety, Codes and Compliance

• Tracking Your Digital ROI

• Turn Your Team Into A Championship Team: Hiring, Training, Management, Motivation and Retention

• Wa tershape Univer s i t y : CONSTRUCTION 3281: Building Watershapes for Moveable Floors Thursday’s classes include:

• GENESIS E106: Hiring an Engineer Without Remorse

• Maximizing the Efficiency of Your Pool Care Program

• Pool Builder Insurance: Improve Safety, Reduce Risks and Lower Costs

• SPANISH: Electricity for the Swimming Pool Professional • SPANISH: Hayward OMNI Automation

• The 3 Disturbing Trends That Threaten Your Business and Put the Next Generation at Risk

• The Importance of a Digital Presence in 2025

• Vinylology 101: The More You Know, The More You’ll Sell

• Watershape Univer s i t y : CONSTRUCTION 2252: Concrete Defect Identification and Prevention

• What to Know About Water Features