Spray Pad Practitioner Program - Guelph (15 Jun 2026)

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:30:00 GMT

COURSE INFORMATION:

With the increasing demand for spray pads in communities, are you prepared to plan for, install and maintain this type of play equipment?

If not, we have you covered with this training! Ontario Parks Association has developed this course to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to work with spray pads. This session is the first of its kind in North America and has been an exciting addition our training line-up at OPA.

Whether you are an operator, supervisor, manager, or health official, you will want to attend this exciting course to gain a stronger understanding of this increasingly popular equipment.

This course will cover:

Design philosophy
Considerations (ages, collaborative play, inclusive play, sensory stimulation, motor skills, etc.)
Selecting colors, location and patterns
Types of fixtures (fiberglass, stainless, aluminum, fixed and removable)
Determining shape and size
Sequencing and determining flow pattern
Surfacing options
Considerations for construction
Water treatment and testing
Flow through, recirculation and retain and reuse systems
Equipment (pumps, strainers and UV)
Inspections (daily, pre-opening and pre-season)
Signage
Winterizing
Ministry guidelines

DATE: June 15th & 16th, 2026

TIME: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

LOCATION: In class: The Cedar Room at Victoria Road Recreation Centre , 151 Victoria Rd N

Practical Location: Eastview Park, located at 800 Watson Pkwy N

COURSE COST

OPA Member: $433.00

OPA Potential Member: $679.00

Within 2 weeks of completing this course, you will receive a letter from Ontario Parks Association acknowledging your participation, new and advanced knowledge of spray pads, and effort towards helping us achieve our mandate of Protecting Tomorrow Today®.

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Spray Pad Practitioner Program - Guelph (15 Jun 2026)