We are pleased to offer virtual or in-person Learning Academy continuing educational seminars on water park design to parks and recreation professionals and landscape architects. As an authorized provider of continuing education from the International Association for Continuous Education and Training (IACET), the American Institute of Architects (AIA), and the Landscape Architecture Continuing Education System™ (LA CES), we’re able to offer professionals continuing education credits.
Learn more about our Learning Academy continuing education seminars for water park design and find a session that best suits your audience’s needs. Browse the available sessions below, then contact us to schedule.
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100-Level: Designing a Spray Park A to Z
Spray parks are a fast-growing amenity of park and recreation departments. This course will present ideas on the process of installing a spray park and the intricate details of design through construction.
*Products presented during the presentations may be proprietary to Aquatix.
Learning Outcomes
- Attendees will be able to understand the major aspects of designing a splash pad.
- Attendees will understand design considerations for age-appropriate zones in splash pad design.
- Attendees will learn how the surrounding environment affects splash pad design.
- Attendees will understand the type of mechanical systems available and the comparison of each system.
- Attendees will learn general budgeting guidelines based on system type, product selection, and surfacing options.
200-Level: Inclusive Spray Play
This course will examine the best practices for designing inclusive spray parks, including placement of site amenities and spray features to embrace inclusive, team, and group spray play.
*Products presented during the presentations may be proprietary to Aquatix.
Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this session, participants will be able to:
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- Understand the growing trend in spray grounds and splash parks and explain the benefits of water play for people of all ages and abilities.
- Identify the best practice recommendations for designing inclusive spray parks, including all the site features that support an inclusive splash park.
- Identify the different areas and features of an inclusive splash pad and how this supports age-appropriate play and the needs of those with an assortment of medical needs.
