Regional Aquatic and Recreation Seminars – Focus on De-escalation of Conflict

LIWA Aquatics, in partnership with Royal Life Saving WA, invites all aquatic recreation and shire staff from the Wheatbelt Region to the Aquatic Recreation Seminar in Toodyay, 8th October 2025. Traders are welcome, please register via the link.

The highlight of the program is a practical De-escalation of Conflict and Aggression Workshop, delivered by Dr Christian Mauri, aimed at equipping lifeguards, aquatic technical operators, and recreation staff with the tools to manage volatile situations and improve safety in their facilities.

Alongside the workshop, the seminars will also feature sessions on effective supervision planning, benchmarking, and a technical tour of the facility. With opportunities for networking and peer learning, these events provide valuable professional development.

Proposed Event Schedule:

Wednesday 08 October 2025: Wheatbelt Aquatic Recreation Seminar 

• Venue: Toodyay Recreation Centre

• This seminar counts as Professional Development for maintaining your Aquatic Technical Operator Accreditation.

• Capacity of 30 attendees

PROGRAMME

• De-escalation of Conflict and Aggression Workshop with Dr Christian Mauri

• Supervision Plan Development 

• Breakout sessions to tackle current Issues & Challenges

• Using Data to Assist your Operations

• A Technical Tour of the host facility

Additional Training Opportunities: 

• Pool Lifeguard Licence Renewal - Thursday 9 October, 9am-3pm
• Please note: All registrations for these training courses must be made directly through Royal Life Saving WA using the links provided above.

We look forward to your participation in this vital industry event! 

Full program is available here.