Overview:

Dive into a dynamic, practical, and thought-provoking session designed for Aquatics and PE educators who want to take their programs from “good” to exceptional. Using the Hong Kong International School (HKIS) Aquatics Program as a real-world case study, this workshop explores what it truly takes to build, sustain, and continuously elevate an Aquatics program that is safe, student-centered, and built for lifelong impact.

A Two-Part Experience for Aquatics Program Directors and Coordinators:

Part 1: Workshop on Building a Thriving Aquatics Program in International Schools

What to Expect

This session is interactive, collaborative, and designed for educators at all experience levels. Whether you are an Athletics Director, Aquatics Manager, PE or swimming teacher, or someone looking to redesign or refresh your school’s Aquatics offerings, you’ll gain practical tools and inspiration to help students develop confidence, skills, and a lifelong love of water.

Key Takeaways

• Actionable strategies for building a meaningful program vision, designing an Aquatics curriculum, and strengthening safeguarding practices.
• Ready‑to‑implement systems that streamline operations and support student learning and program improvement.
• A valuable professional network of Aquatics specialists to exchange ideas with and continue learning long after the conference ends.

Part 2: Workshop on Aquatics Program for 21st Century Learners

What to Expect

This interactive, hands-on session is ideal for Aquatics or Athletics Directors, PE and swim teachers, swimming specialists, or anyone refreshing their school’s aquatics offerings. Expect lively discussion, a classroom – to – pool ideas, and ready-to-use strategies you can implement immediately.

Key Takeaways

• Practical tools and lesson ideas that promote student agency, experimentation, and innovation in aquatics.
• Concrete examples of technology and data use to support teaching and learning, drawn from the Hong Kong International School Aquatics Program.
• Strong regional networking – connect with fellow aquatics specialists, share ideas, and build partnerships.

Join us to reimagine the pool as a place of curiosity, confidence, and lifelong aquatic learning – where students lead, teachers guide, and every lesson creates a ripple of positive impact.