The VRPS Aquatics Resource Group is a community of people from all aquatic systems that focuses on providing safe, accessible, and engaging aquatic information for all. It supports services such as swim lessons, water safety education, and staff training, while helping maintain high standards at aquatic facilities. The group aims to promote health, skill development, and enjoyment of water activities for people of all ages.

How to Join

To be a member of the Aquatics Resource Group, you need to be a member of VRPS. Contact your agency's membership point of contact to be added as a member or click here to join as an individual. Already a member? Click below to update your profile and add "Aquatics Resource Group" to be added!

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  • Centers for Disease Control & Prevention

  • Model Aquatic Health Code

  • Association of Aquatic Professionals - Promotes and advocates policies, practices and procedures that contribute to safer and improved aquatic education, aquatic recreation activities, programs, and facilities.

  • Pool & Hot Tub Alliance - The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance protects and advances the common interests of the industry by providing education, advocacy, standards development, research, and market growth to increase our members’ professionalism, knowledge and profitability.

  • USA Swimming - National Governing Body for the sport of swimming in the United States, USA Swimming is a 400,000-member service organization that promotes the culture of swimming by creating opportunities for swimmers and coaches of all backgrounds to participate and advance in the sport through clubs, events and education.

Aquatics Resource Group Leaders

  • Michael Skarke, VRPS ARG Chair Elect
    Aquatics Manager Loudoun County Parks, Recreation & Community Services
    Chair