Taking Education to the Next Level!!!
Pool Nation & Raypak Boot Camp
At the Raypak Boot Camp, our immersive training experience empowers you with four hands-on classes—Pump, Heater, Automation, and Wiring the Pad—plus an essential business course to elevate your technical skills and entrepreneurial acumen. This integrated program is designed to deliver real-world, practical experience in installation, troubleshooting, and operational excellence, while also providing you with strategic insights to drive profitability, leadership, and growth in today’s competitive market. Whether you’re fine-tuning the intricate details of system components or honing your business strategies, our comprehensive curriculum ensures you’re fully equipped to excel on every front.
Mar 27th & 28th
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Raypak Headquarters , 2151
Eastman Ave, Oxnard, CA 93030
09:00 - 5:30 PM
Daily Sessions
About Boot Camp
WELCOME TO the Raypak Boot Camp 2026
Hand-On and Business Courses. Dont miss out!!
At the Raypak Boot Camp, our immersive training experience empowers you with four hands-on classes—Pump, Heater, Automation, and Wiring the Pad—plus an essential business course to elevate your technical skills and entrepreneurial acumen.
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Pool Tech Courses
Day 01 | March 27th | Pool Tech Courses
- Pump Installation
- Heater Installation & Troubleshooting
- Automation Installation and Programing
- Variable Speed Motor Installation & Programming
Business Classes
Day 2 | March 28th | Business Classes & Technical classes
- What Your Business Is Really Telling You
- Pricing Without Panic: Charging What the Business Needs
- The Foundation to Water Balance: Is Your Pool Fighting You — Here’s Why
- Diagnosing Water Problems Before They Become Surface or Equipment Issues
$ 149
MARCH 27 & 28, 2026
Embark on an in-depth heater training course featuring live, operational heaters. This comprehensive class will cover everything from installation techniques and programming to diagnosing issues with real-time, functioning heaters. It’s an essential workshop for pool professionals eager to master the art of heater repairs and elevate their expertise.
Event Schedule
Explore the sessions designed to elevate your business.
08:00 AM
Steve Barnes
AquaStar
Variable Speed Pump Installation & Programming
This hands-on class teaches pool pros how to properly install pumps, covering plumbing, electrical connections, and setup best practices.You will also learn how to replace pumpt seals.
- 27 March 2026
- Class 1 - 8 AM TO 10 AM
10:15 AM
David Jones
The Attendant
Automation Installation and Programming
This hands-on automation installation class walks pool pros through proper panel wiring, equipment connections, and system setup for reliable operation. Attendees will learn best practices, common mistakes to avoid, and how to confidently configure automation systems in real-world installations.
- 27 March 2026
- Class 1 - 10:15 AM TO 12:15 PM
1:15 PM
Brad Duncan
Raypak
Heater Installation & Programming
This hands-on heater installation class covers proper placement, plumbing, venting, gas and electrical connections for safe, efficient operation. Pool pros will learn best practices, common mistakes to avoid, and how to ensure heaters are installed for long-term performance and reliability.
- 27 March 2026
- Class 1 - 1:15 PM TO 3:15 PM
3:30 PM
Tim Moore
Nidec
Variable Speed Motor Installation & Programming
This course covers proper installation and programming of variable speed pumps to ensure efficiency, performance, and compliance. Pool pros will learn best practices, common setup mistakes to avoid, and how to optimize pump settings for real-world applications.
- 27 March 2026
- Class 1 - 3:30 PM TO 5:30 PM
09:00 AM
Edgar
Pool Nation
What Your Business Is Really Telling You: Financially & Operationally
Focus:
1. The difference between being busy and being financially healthy
2. What your numbers are actually telling you about the business
3. Common warning signs owners overlook until they become problems
4. Seeing the business clearly instead of operating on assumptions
Outcome:
Attendees gain clarity on the true state of their business, recognize early warning signals, and understand what the business needs next to move forward with confidence.
- 28 March 2026
- Class 1 - 9 AM TO 10:15 AM
10:30 AM
Edgar
The Attendant
Pricing Without Panic: Charging What the Business Needs
Focus:
- Why fear-based pricing keeps owners stuck and reactive
- How underpricing quietly drains cash, energy, and momentum
- The difference between market-driven pricing and business-driven pricing
- Removing emotion and panic from pricing decisions
Outcome:
Attendees build confidence and discipline around pricing decisions and leave with a clearer understanding of what their business actually needs to remain profitable and stable.
- 28 March 2026
- Class 2 - 10:30 AM TO 11:45 AM
12:45 PM
John
Pool Nation
Fundamentals of Water Chemistry, our Responsibility & Duty as a Professional
Focus:
Understanding that water chemistry is not just a task, but a responsibility to protect people, equipment, and the reputation of our industry
How proper water balance directly impacts swimmer safety, equipment longevity, and overall pool performance
Why inconsistent testing and reactive chemical adjustments lead to long-term water issues and customer dissatisfaction
Recognizing the role of the pool professional as the first line of defense in maintaining healthy, stable water
Outcome:
Attendees gain a stronger sense of ownership and professionalism in how they approach water care, understand that every test and adjustment directly impacts safety and performance, and leave with the confidence to manage water with consistency, purpose, and accountability.
- 28 March 2026
- Class 3 - 12:45 PM TO 2:00 PM
2:15 PM
John
Pool Nation
Understanding Water Chemistry, Learning to Work with it, to Elevate Your Game
Focus:
Understanding how water chemistry works as a complete system rather than isolated readings
Learning to work with the water instead of constantly fighting it with overcorrections
How small adjustments and consistency create stable, predictable water conditions
Recognizing patterns in water behavior to make smarter, more efficient service decisions
Outcome:
Attendees develop a deeper understanding of how to manage water as a system, gain confidence in making precise adjustments, and elevate their overall service approach by creating more stable, consistent, and professional results.
- 28 March 2026
- Class 4 - 2:15 PM TO 3:30 PM
