ARC Facility Managers Course – Registrations Closed

Registrations of Interest for the ARC Facility Managers Course are now closed.

All applicants will be contacted shortly with further course details.

For further information, please contact Leith Fradd, Executive Officer at 📧 lfradd@liwaaquatics.org.au

Due to the high level of demand, a second course will be scheduled for June 2026. LIWA thanks all applicants for the overwhelming interest and support for this program.

COURSE DETAILS

Aquatic & Recreation Facility Managers Course (ARFMC) — a new, industry-led program developed by LIWA and Royal Life Saving WA (RLSWA) and proudly supported by the WA State Government.  The course has been designed by aquatic and recreation professionals for aquatic and recreation professionals.

Participants will learn directly from some of Western Australia’s leading Facility Managers, gaining practical insights, real-world skills, and hands-on operational experience.

Please Note

✅ Maximum of 25 participants

✅ Held in March (final dates confirmed after EOIs)

✅ This is an Expression of Interest only — invoices and purchase orders will be issued once EOIs are reviewed and applicants are accepted

Cost:$2,000 (members); $2,500 (non-members) Morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea included.

Additional information — including recommended accommodation and pre-course requirements — will be provided once the course officially opens.

About the Course

The ARFMC is delivered over five consecutive days across a variety of Aquatic & Recreation Facilities in Perth. Participants will complete 11 practical modules, supported by Technical tours,hands-on operational activities, guest presentations, case studies, guides, and practical resources for immediate workplace application

To fully immerse participants in the operational environment, the program includes morning workouts (tailored to individual fitness levels) to experience facilities, equipment, and programs first-hand. Dedicated networking sessions will help build strong industry connections.

This new course offers a high-quality, affordable, and relevant non-formal learning pathway that complements or extends beyond traditional tertiary options. It strengthens career pathways, supports workforce capability, and helps retain skilled staff — particularly addressing shortages of regional Facility Managers.

Course Modules

Leadership | Business Planning | HR & Training | Customer Service | Marketing | Membership Sales | Program Delivery | Financial & Asset Management | Risk Management | Funding & Grants

The Course Is Designed To:

• Equip participants with the skills to manage aquatic and recreation facilities effectively and sustainably

• Develop future leaders who can respond to evolving community needs

• Address workforce challenges, particularly the demand for skilled managers in regional Western Australia

Who Should Apply?

The ARFMC is ideal for:

• Current aquatic and recreation personnel — operators, supervisors, coordinators, swim school managers, program leaders

• Facility managers without formal management qualifications

• Experienced managers seeking to refresh or update their skills

• Operational staff aspiring to move into supervisory or management roles

Proudly supported by WA State Government