Business Details
We were established in 1991 by Tom Schaffer to provide independent, ownercentered consulting and design services for the aquatics industry. Our founders vision was to create a resource that offers unbiased counsel, putting owner interests first in every decision. Over three decades of handson experience have given us deep expertise across a wide range of aquatic facility types, project scales, and delivery methods. This breadth enables us to anticipate challenges, evaluate options objectively, and guide owners toward practical, wellreasoned outcomes. We partner with owners, operators, and users to foster safer aquatic environments, improve operational efficiency, and maximize the swimmer experience. Our entire operation is built on the founding principles of honesty and the diligent protection of our clients interests above all else.
We maintain longstanding professional relationships throughout the aquatics industry that enhance our ability to collaborate and coordinate effectively. These partnerships allow us to provide independent guidance that leads to safer, more efficient, and wellinformed decisions throughout a facilitys life. Our methodical approach relies on careful analysis, independent judgment, and clear communication to ensure decisions are defensible and effective. Our founder, Tom Schaffer, is a graduate of North Dakota State University with a degree in architecture and has been active in the aquatic arena since 1974. Our technical designer, Rick Schaffer, has been in the industry since 1992 and contributes prior construction experience and a focus on technical design detail to every project.
We maintain longstanding professional relationships throughout the aquatics industry that enhance our ability to collaborate and coordinate effectively. These partnerships allow us to provide independent guidance that leads to safer, more efficient, and wellinformed decisions throughout a facilitys life. Our methodical approach relies on careful analysis, independent judgment, and clear communication to ensure decisions are defensible and effective. Our founder, Tom Schaffer, is a graduate of North Dakota State University with a degree in architecture and has been active in the aquatic arena since 1974. Our technical designer, Rick Schaffer, has been in the industry since 1992 and contributes prior construction experience and a focus on technical design detail to every project.
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of independent aquatic consulting experience.
- Our founder offers over 45 years of aquatic expertise.
- Our designer delivers over 30 years of constructionfocused design.
- We provide unbiased, ownerfocused consulting free from vendor influence.
- Our methodical process combines analysis, independent judgment, and clear communication.
Services
Early Planning & Feasibility
Early Planning & Feasibility helps owners define the purpose and viability of an aquatic project before major investments are made. We assess site options, analyze financial feasibility, and support prereferendum efforts to gauge community support. This service delivers clear, datadriven guidance that reduces risk and ensures informed decisionmaking for facility owners.
Design & Project Delivery
Design & Project Delivery provides comprehensive technical and design services from concept through construction. We protect project intent at every stage by managing preliminary designs, code compliance, bidding, contract negotiation, and construction administration. This endtoend approach ensures safe, efficient facilities that meet owner goals and regulatory requirements.
Aquatic Consulting & Design
Aquatic Consulting & Design offers independent, fullscope consulting and design for aquatic facilities. We support owners from early vision through longterm operation with objective evaluation and owner advocacy. Our practical solutions deliver safe, efficient, and enduring facilities that maximize value and user experience.
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