Upcoming Events
Spend the day diving into key areas of aquatic operations and programming. The morning will focus on intermediate to advanced pool maintenance, with Commercial Aquatics and guest speakers covering topics like controllers, backwashing, plumbing, pool painting, and seasonal maintenance. In the afternoon, the focus shifts to adaptive swim instruction, exploring environmental modifications, the parent perspective on swim lessons, and Sensory Aquatics approaches for swimmers with diverse needs. This workshop is perfect for aquatic professionals looking to enhance both their facility management and programming skills.
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Fairway Pool - Multi Purpose Room
6136 Mission Road
Fairway , Ks 66205
Schedule:
Check In: 8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
8:30 AM-11:30 AM :Andrew Bohl with Commercial Aquatics will be presenting on Aquatics Maintenance.
11:30 AM-12:30 PM: Lunch
12:30 PM-1:30 PM: Lisa Mische Lawson (Professor, Therapeutic Science PhD Program Director, Program Director of Sensory Supported Swimming ): KU Sensory Swim lessons
1:30 PM-2:30 PM: Ashley Linz (Autism Specialist for the DeSoto School District; Private Swim Lesson Instructor) : Environmental Modifications for Swimming Lessons
2:30 PM-3:30 PM: Katy Tepper, PhD (Child Psychologist; Children's Mercy): Swimming Lessons from a Parent's point of view
3:30 PM-4:00 PM: Wrap up/Questions
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the KRPA office at 785-235-6533 or jamie@krpa.org.
KRPA Event Policy:
No Refunds: Please note that all registrations are non-refundable. We regret that we cannot offer refunds for any cancellations.
Substitutions: We do allow substitutions. If you are unable to attend the event, you may transfer your registration to another person. Please notify us of any substitutions at least 48 hours prior to the event.
Registration Fees: All registration fees must be paid in full within 30 days of registration. Failure to pay within this timeframe may result in the cancellation of your registration.
Commercial Vendor Workshop Attendance
The Kansas Recreation and Parks Association (KRPA) values the contributions and engagement of our commercial partners. To maintain a professional environment that supports both educational and networking opportunities for our members and sponsors, KRPA has established the following policy regarding commercial vendors attending workshops and events:
Policy Overview: Commercial vendors may not register or participate as general workshop attendees unless they are sponsoring the specific event in question. This policy ensures that the presence of commercial entities at KRPA events is aligned with their purpose of networking and building relationships within a professional context, while respecting the intent of these events as learning opportunities for non-commercial attendees.
Commercial Vendor Definition: According to the KRPA bylaws Commercial Vendor is defined as: Individuals, organizations, companies, or business firms selling products or services to recreation, park, conservation, and leisure service agencies.
Exclusions: Commercial vendors may register and participate in these certification programs as general attendees. These courses are designed to provide specialized training and a certification from the National Recreation and Park Association. We understand the need of vendors may have to receive these certifications.
Come join us at Kanopolis State Park for the 2025 trail development and maintenance workshop. This workshop will cover multi-use trails design, construction, and maintenance – with a special focus on equestrian trails. The Saline County mounted patrol and rescue squad will also present on the role they have in assisting with trail issues. This workshop will be split between classroom setting and on-site tours of the trail system at Kanopolis State Park.
Shelter Location
Schedule: 9:15 AM: Check-in 9:30 AM – 10:30 AM: Pros and Cons of Multi-use trails, construction tips 10:30 AM – 11:30 PM: Saline County Mounted Patrol & Rescue Squad 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM: Lunch (provided) and Networking 12:15 PM – 12:30 PM: Trail equipment that you might need 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM: Trail hike, looking at Pros and Cons of Multi-use trails 3:00 PM - Wrap Up Q&A
The National Recreation and Park Association's Playground Maintenance Course is a one-day (6.25 hour) educational course that covers the following topics – an overview of playground safety standards and guidelines, playground owner responsibilities and maintenance discussions on playground equipment, surfacing and site items. Participants will receive a certificate upon completion of the Playground Maintenance Course.
Location: 200 West 9th Street Lawrence, KS 66044
Instructor: Brian Anderson
Costs: $175 (Member), $205 (Non-member)
Who should Enroll? Professionals who should take the course include maintenance staff, recreation staff, university seniors and any individuals who are responsible for playgrounds.
Eligibility: Course participants must be 18 years of age or older.
Join us for a dynamic Recreation Programming Summit, bringing together recreation professionals from across Kansas for a day of learning, networking, and hands-on experiences. This interactive workshop features two engaging educational sessions designed to provide practical tools and ideas for working with the public, managing staff, and marketing your programs. Each session includes hands-on activities to ensure you leave with actionable strategies you can apply in your community.
In addition to the educational sessions, participants will take part in two icebreaker and team-building activities, helping to build connections and foster collaboration with fellow professionals. A networking lunch is included with registration, offering a great opportunity to share insights and build relationships with peers from across the state.
This workshop will take a closer look at the challenges and opportunities of maintaining unique community facilities—both historic and modern. Using Hutchinson as a case study, participants will explore the story of Memorial Hall, a 113-year-old municipal auditorium currently at a crossroads due to rising costs and deferred maintenance. The session will highlight the recently completed Historic Preservation and Reuse Plan, future visions for the building, and common maintenance issues faced in historic facilities. Shifting from the past to the present, the workshop will also examine action sports facilities such as skate parks and bike parks, focusing on design considerations, long-term upkeep, and lessons learned from decades of use. Together, these examples will provide practical insights into balancing preservation, adaptation, and sustainability in community spaces.
The SHARP Workshop is focused on giving yourself or your team the specific hands-on skills they need to make your agency stand out as the best.
SHARP = Successful Hands-on Applications for Recreation and Parks. This workshop will give you the opportunity to choose from branch (Wellness, Sports, Youth Services) breakout options to learn new skills.
Additional Course Information: Any extra details (registration time, location details, etc)
Additional Course Details:
Times: November 18-19 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, check in starts at 7:30 AM November 20 (Exam Day) 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM, check in starts at 8:00 AM
The CPSI course materials that must be read in advance will be mailed to the course registrants 4 weeks prior to the course.
*The CPSI Manual is mailed to registrants for the course. It is not included in the Exam Only option.
Please access the CPSI Candidate Handbook (Paper & Pencil Testing) on the CPSI Material and Resources page to review critical information regarding completing the course/examination. The handbook contains detailed information on requesting Special Accommodations, English as a Second Language accommodations, how to access Latin-American Spanish materials and day-of examination policies (wearable technology policy, ID policy, etc.)
The option to take the CPSI exam via computer based testing is available through the NRPA. To obtain additional information please visit www.nrpa.org/cpsi. Please be advised if you register to take the examination with the course, you will not receive a refund to take your exam via computer based testing at a later date. Please decide now if you would like to take the exam on Day 3 of the course or via a Computer Based Exam at a later date.
The Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) Course is a 2-day training program designed to meet the needs of those working in public and semi-public recreational pool or water park facilities. The AFO Course offers unique discussions on risk management and pool management as well as training in proper water chemistry, water chemistry challenges and solutions.
The current Aquatic Facility Operators Manual will be sent to each full course registrant prior to the course.
Upon successful completion of the AFO Course and 50 question open book exam, participants will be certified for 5 years by the National Certification Board in coordination with the National Recreation and Park Association. Who Should Attend: Aquatic Directors, Recreation Directors, Water Park Directors, Pool Managers, Aquatic Supervisors, Resort/Hotel/Motel Staff, and any staff member responsible for the operation, maintenance and management of an aquatic facility.
Location: TBA
Check-in begins at 7:45 A.M
Individuals taking the CPSI Classroom Course will gain practical, hands-on training on how to apply the ASTM standards and the CPSC guidelines to playground environments. Course participants will learn how to identify hazards on public playgrounds and playground equipment, how to rank hazards according to injury potential and how to apply that knowledge and establish a playground safety program.
The CPSI course materials that must be read in advance will be mailed to the course registrants 4 weeks prior to the course. Course materials are not provided to those that register for the CPSI Exam only.
Lawrence Indoor Aquatic Center, 4706 Overland Dr Lawrence, KS 66049
Online Check-in begins at 7:45 A.M
Additional Course Information: TBD
