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REVIEWS


No Limits: The Will to Succeed
This book is unique in how it presents Michael Phelps the individual / athlete. It showcases his growth, the history of his first 23 years of life, and his firsthand account of his success in Beijing. 
— Reviewed by Charles R. (Chuck) Kroll


BLOGS

Jim Wheeler
When are politicians going to get serious about drowning prevention?

“Am I the only one who finds it ironic that the federal government can pass anti-entrapment legislation that is costing commercial, public and semi-public pools millions, but has never allocated adequate resources to the prevention of drowning?”

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Industry News

VGB Scams Cloud Compliance
In the months since the VGB Act went into effect, retrofits have raised questions of costs and price gouging.


Penn State Welcomes Griffiths’ Replacement
After an exhaustive search, the university has tapped a recognized industry leader to helm its aquatic facilities.

Online Educational Event Debuts in November
Aquatics International is hosting a free virtual conference to help aquatics professionals deal with today’s new economic realities.

Media Spreads Entrapment Misinformation
A Florida incident shows how easily inaccuracies about drain covers can be spread. (Pool & Spa News)

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Web News Roundup

Survey: Worst of Recession Has Yet to Hit U.S. Cities’ Coffers

— CNN


Michael Phelps Extends Speedo Endorsement Deal
— Baltimore Business Journal


Pics: Phelps vs. Shaq: Who Will Win?
— JustJared.com

Legoland Wants to Add Water Park
— Los Angeles Times

No Failed Doping Tests at World Aquatics
— CBCSports.ca


An Idyllic Pool Becomes the Scene of a Battle
— The New York Times


Orland Park’s CPAC Lifeguards Earn Three National Perfect Safety Scores
— The Orland Park Prairie

Iconic Arizona Water Park Could Close After 40 Years
— San Francisco Chronicle

AI Connect
This online community is your place to talk shop, share videos and photos, meet other members, catch up on the news, read blogs — and even start your own.

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Forum: Is there a standard range of temperatures for different pools?
Video: Hygienist Monona Rossol discusses pool hygiene, chloramines, RWIs, etc.
Groups: Members recently formed a group for those interested in adapted aquatics.

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Dream Designs



2009 Dream Designs
View the spectacular aquatics facilities designed by some of today’s leading firms.


 

Project Buzz
Want the scoop on new aquatics projects? Here’s a localized look at some of the ongoing development.

Waterpark Planned at Warner
– Chattanooga Times Free Press

Santa Rosa Waterpark Still in Limbo
– KOB.com

Pasco OKs Contract to Renovate Pool
- The News Tribune

Strokes of Genius

Looking to make the most of the end of the season? Here is an idea that worked in Florida.


Calendar

SEPTEMBER

10 Olympic Head Coaches Reunion Dinner
Fort Lauderdale, Fla.

10-13 National Institute on Recreation Inclusion
San Antonio, Texas

12 Water Rescue Technician Course
Harrisville, N.H.

13-20 U.S. Aquatic Sports Convention
Chicago, Ill.


14-17 Vacation Ownership Investment Conference
Orlando, Fla.

17-19 National Aquatic Healthcare Conference
Las Vegas, Nev.

21-25 Adults Afraid in Water Course
Anaconda, Mont.


OCTOBER

7-9 World Swimming Instructors Conference
Sarasota, Fla.


8-11 National Aquatic Healthcare Conference

Houston, Texas


13-16 2009 NRPA National Congress
Salt Lake City, Utah


14-16 U.S. Swim Schools National Conference
San Diego, Calif.


20-24 WWA Symposium & Trade Show
Orlando, Fla.


28-30 World Aquatic Health Conference
Atlanta, Ga.


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SEPTEMBER 2009


Aquatics Virtual Conference

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