<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Aquatic Pros]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Association of Aquatic Professionals is a domestic 501(c)3 Non-Profit Corporation and is run by an all volunteer Board of Directors and a full-time Executive Director/CEO, a full-time Assistant Director (new in 2024), a part-time Deputy Director(10 hrs/wk) (new in 2022) and a part-time Operations Manager (15 hrs/wk) (new in 2026) that exclusively promotes and advocates policies, practices and procedures that contribute to safer and improved aquatic education, aquatic recreation activities, programs, and facilities; provides and supports quality aquatic education opportunities; coordinates and conducts research in the field of aquatic management and safety; promotes coordination and cooperation between established aquatic associations responsible for all aspects of aquatic programming, aquatic management, aquatic operation and maintenance and aquatic facility design. As well as providing an annual conference and educational workshops for communities on drowning prevention and education. A portion of all proceeds will be used towards drowning prevention, i.e. for Learn to Swim Program Lessons and Grants for Life Jackets. We are known as the Association that is for Aquatic Professionals by Aquatic Professionals, or, By Aquatic Professionals for Aquatic Professionals.]]></description><link>https://www.aquaticpros.org/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Mon, 18 May 2026 12:04:57 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.aquaticpros.org/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Drowning Prevention: Essential Safety Tips for Families]]></title><description><![CDATA[Drowning is a leading cause of accidental death for children, and it can happen in the blink of an eye. Whether at a pool, beach, or even a bathtub, water poses a significant risk if proper precautions are not taken. As families, it is crucial to understand the importance of drowning prevention and implement safety measures to protect our loved ones. This blog post will provide essential tips and strategies to help families stay safe around water. Eye-level view of a child wearing a life...]]></description><link>https://www.aquaticpros.org/post/drowning-prevention-essential-safety-tips-for-families</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f272e1d3f2ae6dd917c0f3</guid><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 21:06:41 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a6793c_eccdc65e57fa48979c2e05c404f16227~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>juliene12</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[New Member Benefit: Exclusive Discounts at Kiefer Aquatics]]></title><description><![CDATA[More About the AOAP Member Discounts at Kiefer Aquatics AOAP Members are eligible for the following discounts: 40% Off MSRP on all Kiefer/RISE Guard Apparel and Suits Additional 10% discount on all Kiefer Guard Equipment, Kiefer Facility Equipment and Kiefer Swimming Gear. 30% off MSRP Speedo, TYR, Arena, NIKE, Dolfin, A3 brand equipment, suits and apparel. Free shipping on orders over $39 (excluding oversized items) How to Receive Your Discount Receiving your discount is easy: Log in to the...]]></description><link>https://www.aquaticpros.org/post/how-to-register-for-drowning-prevention-events-online</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f272ddbc2ce3253fd2f04c</guid><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 21:06:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a6793c_3583604bfa9e4fd48b782b73d340f392~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>juliene12</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Join AOAP: Membership Benefits for Drowning Prevention]]></title><description><![CDATA[Drowning is one of the leading causes of accidental death worldwide, particularly among children. Each year, thousands of lives are lost due to preventable drowning incidents. As a community, we can take significant steps to reduce these tragedies. One effective way to contribute to drowning prevention is by joining organizations like the Association of Aquatic Professionals. This blog post will explore the various membership benefits offered by AOAP and how they play a crucial role in...]]></description><link>https://www.aquaticpros.org/post/join-aquatic-pros-membership-benefits-for-drowning-prevention</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f272dcbc2ce3253fd2f047</guid><pubDate>Wed, 29 Apr 2026 21:06:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a6793c_24ce65a1b97f4df1b2eb0a7f2436437b~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>juliene12</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>