2026 National Build & Program

A Pool Workshop

Registration is Open for 2026 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


PROGRAMMING PRECEDES DESIGN

REGISTER HERE FOR BAP

Design It - Develop It - Deliver It

Our Motto: Programming Precedes Design

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Start your day by diving into the essentials of programming and its pivotal role in effective design—an indispensable aspect of aquatic experience. Gain insights from top experts in learn-to-swim and water safety, and discover the transformative advancements in aquatic fitness and exercise programs. You'll receive expert advice from an aquatic physical therapist on how leveraging this knowledge can significantly boost your bottom line. Plus, you'll walk away with key strategies for engaging both recreational and competitive sports, empowering you to make a lasting impact in your community. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your skills and knowledge in the aquatic field! You will have the chance to talk and ask questions to the Aquatic Dream Team while eating breakfast and lunch with them, and you have a social where you will have the opportunity to win prizes and again interact with the Aquatic Dream Team. You will learn about the best equipment to add to your project to make it more efficient and save money.  There is always another way, stay focused and turn your dream into reality.



REGISTER HERE HOTEL INFORMATION BEOW

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. 

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: To receive the discount, you must register using the REGULAR BAP REGISTRATION.

  1. AOAP & NDPA, ASCA, AEA/ATRI members will receive a 20% discount on registration. 
  2. If you attended the 2024 Build & Program A Pool Conference or the Virtual Build A Pool, you can receive a 20% discount.

Email snelson@totalaquatic.llc to receive the code for your discount. 

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

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.

Timeline for the BAP Workshop

SCHEDULE for February 14

Workshop Room Colorado Hall ABC

TAP Dream Team

Day 1 Saturday February 14, 2026, Room Location: Colorado Hall ABC

7:00 am - 7:45 am - Sign in & a light breakfast

8:00 am - 8:10 am - Welcome & introductions

8:10 am - 9:00 am - Validate the needs & wants of an aquatic center

9:00 am - 10:25 am - Examining the four pillars of sustainability programs.

10:25 am - 10:35 am - Break with the Dream Team

10:35 am - 12:00 am - Reevaluating Water Programs for Sustainability

12 noon - 1:00 pm - Lunch with the Dream Team

1:00 pm - 2:55 pm - Beginning of project expectations

2:55 pm - 3:05 pm - Break with the Dream Team

3:05 pm - 5:00 pm - Options for pool and building sizes, including construction costs and operational costs.

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm - Social sponsored by the Play Core Group:

  • Colorado Timing Systems
  • Spectrum Aquatics
  • Aqua Worx
  • Water Odyssey




SCHEDULE for February 15

Workshop Room Colorado Hall ABC

Day 2 Sunday February 15, 2026, Room Location: Colorado Hall ABC

7:00 am - 7:45 am - Light Breakfast

7:45 am - 8:00 am - Good Morning & Review & announcements

8:00 am - 9:30 am - Successful Projects

9:30 am - 9:40 am - Break with the Dream Team

9:40 am - 12 noon - New Building Technologies

12 noon - 1:00 pm - Lunch with the Dream Team

1:00 pm - 2:55 pm - Additional Technologies Options

2:55 pm - 3:10 pm - Break with the Dream Team

3:10 pm - 4:10 pm - Design Exercise Puzzle with - Kevin Post

4:10 pm - 5:30 pm - Summary & Wrap up with Q & A