Friday, September 30, 2022

Fwd: WAHC: Don't Miss It




World Aquatic Health Conference

WAHC is BACK!

The World Aquatic Health Conference (WAHC) is where aquatic facility managers, health officials, pool service technicians, manufacturers, and other industry leaders meet. We're excited to be back in person for the first time in three years! Join us on October 12-14 in Houston, TX, for the perfect opportunity to reconnect with old friends, make new ones, and get the latest updates on the science that makes our industry run smoothly and safely.

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Special discount for certified professionals like you

You worked hard this year to earn your professional certification. Let us help you stay up-to-date on the latest industry information and earn the required CEUs for your recertification with a special discounted student price of $299—that's $50 off! Use code STUDENT299 at checkout to receive the discount.

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Keynote from pool industry expert Rudy Stankowitz

Rudy Stankowitz, owner and host of the popular Talking Pools Podcast, will be delivering this year's keynote at WAHC. During his presentation, he will answer the question: How do we as "Entre-pool-neurs" thrive in the face of adversity?

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Jody invites you to WAHC

Jody O'Grady, Chair of the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA) Recreational Water and Air Quality Committee (RWAQC), talks about her upcoming presentation at WAHC and some of the other education you'll get. Click below to watch her video and learn more about why WAHC is the can't-miss conference this year.

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Education for everyone

This year's WAHC features 30+ education sessions presented by more than 40 industry experts, focusing on 5 topic areas:

  • Water and Air Quality
  • Codes and Standards
  • Facility Management
  • Employee Management and Aquatic Programming
  • New for 2022! Water Safety
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Higher Logic

Wednesday, September 07, 2022

Fwd: Steps Must be Taken to End Acts of Hazing in High School Sports and Other Activities



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From: NFHS, National Federation of State High School Associations <info@nfhs.delsend.com>
   
 
The NFHS Voice
Steps Must be Taken to End Acts of Hazing in
High School Sports and Other Activities
It is regrettable that, for the second straight year as high school sports have commenced, several horrific acts of hazing have occurred. In the month of August alone this year, we are aware of five highly publicized incidents across the country – one of which forced cancellation of a school's entire football season.

In addition to the extreme case of cancelling an entire season, one of the other cases last month involved a hospitalization and 21 players being suspended, while another suspended its football season during an investigation.

Unfortunately, incidents that have occurred the past two years are nothing new. It seems that dozens of acts similar to these are reported every year. Some of these acts may seem minor in nature, but many result in criminal charges being filed. No matter the severity, the "Why" question remains.
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Wednesday, August 17, 2022

Let's re-build the Saturday Swim School -- and a Friday night band at the country club pool

Hi Friends and Neighbors, 

This summer, my days at the swim pool were spent coaching and managing at the Montour Heights Country Club. Here is how you can join me there -- 4 events on tap. 

This Friday, 8/19, and on Saturdays mornings to Labor Day, you can join me for a swim and aquatic experience. 

#1: Band Night and Pool Party, Friday, August 19 at Montour Heights Country Club. Music from The Dean Street Kings, 7 to 10 pm. Wine tasting earlier.. Opening the gates at 4:30 pm and into the evening. Bring your suits. We want you to play a game (or two) of SKWIM. 

 #2. Masters Swim Practice & SKWIM games for the next three Saturdays from 7:30 am to 11. Masters Swim Practice - lane lines and workout - happens from 7:30 to 8:30 am or so. Then we take out the lane lines and hold some SKWIM Games. So, you can come at 8:30 for that and bypass the laps. In the lap time, we'll do a freestyle lesson and mini clinic if you are so inclined. 

Okay to RSVP to Mark@Rauterkus.com. 

Wishing to re-launch the Saturday Swim School this summer and build up to a robust suite of aquatic experiences for winter and 2023. Chip in some $ if you are able and not a member of the club. All ages after 8:30 am. Parents and kids are strongly encouraged to come together. Heated pool. Summer is not over yet. Playing well with others happens here. -- Ta. 

Mark Rauterkus 
Mark@Rauterkus.com 
Webmaster, International Swim Coaches Association, 
SwimISCA.org Executive Director of SKWIM USA, a 501(c)(3), 
SKWIM.us Director, Sports Complex at Montour Heights Country Club 
Head Coach at The Ellis School for Swimming 
Pittsburgh Combined Water Polo Team & Renegades (Masters) 
Broadcaster for WPIAL Swimming, Trib Live HS Sports Net 
Organizer of WPIAL Swim & Dive Alumni Group
Head Coach of Duquesne Univ. Club Swimming 

 412 298 3432 = cell