January 2023 Issue

Supplement

The 2023 Aquatic Trends Report

Our fifth annual Aquatic Trends Report illustrates the trends revealed by a survey of more than 500 aquatic professionals, revealing how their facilities look now, and what they have planned for the future. We look at everything from equipment and budgets to programming and challenges.

Features

Aquatics by the Numbers / The Aquatic Trends Report 2024

Aquatic Trends Report

Our sixth annual Aquatic Trends Report provides an in-depth look at the responses of more than 600 aquatic professionals who participated in our annual survey. Learn more about everything from budgets, equipment and amenities at their facilities to the programming they include and the top challenges they face.

Get Connected

Tech Solutions for Engagement & Participation

When you want to get more people to visit your facility and take part in your programs and activities, turn to tech! The right solution can help you streamline your marketing, target specific audiences and much more.

Encourage Risk-Taking, Safely

Evolving Programs Mean Evolving Approaches to Playground Safety

Effectively designed playgrounds encourage kids to stretch past their boundaries and grow, but safely. It begins with design, including safe equipment and surfaces, and continues with regular maintenance and inspection.

More Barks in Parks

Dog parks are continuing to expand, especially in urban and suburban areas where residents need room to get their pups moving. Learn more about what makes a good dog park.

Departments

inPERSPECTIVE / LIGHTING: Dive Into the Benefits of Natatorium Luminaires

There are many reasons to consider making this important change to your aquatic facility, upgrading your luminaires to enhance visibility and comfort.

inPRACTICE / RESTROOMS & BUILDINGS: Lakefront Beach Sees Much-Needed Upgrades

Centennial Beach in Hudson, Mass.
Opened in celebration of the Town of Hudson’s centennial year back in the 1960s, this aging beachfront was in sore need of an update. New buildings provide better space for restrooms, breakrooms and concessions.

Web Exclusives

Fundraising for Club Sports

It’s not hard to find students who want to play club sports on a college campus, but getting them to fundraise means pushing them outside their comfort zone.

East Carolina University Makes Some Noise

After some recent renovations, East Carolina University looked to upgrade its sound experience with new loudspeakers.

From the Editor's Desk

Do One Thing Differently

The new year is here, and it’s time to take stock! But also, look forward, and think about trying something new.

Measuring & Weighing the Aquatic Industry

After a couple of years of eye-opening pandemic-driven data, this year’s Aquatic Trends report is a much-wished-for return to… well, almost normal.