The Northeast Spa & Pool Association (NESPA) exists to advance the commercial interests of our members in the pool and spa industry. 

The Association provides education, networking and business support to meet the current and future needs of our membership and the industry as a whole. 

We also serve as a resource for product and safety information for consumers. 

For over forty years, NESPA has been affiliated with the Association of Pool & Spa Professionals (APSP). 

NESPA consist of four chapters – CONSPA (covering Connecticut), Long Island, Metro NY-NJ and PennJersey. Members include service companies, builders/installers, distributors, retail stores, manufacturer's agents, manufacturers, independent pool and spa service companies and sub-contractors.

NESPA is the owner and producer of The Pool & Spa Show (formerly The Atlantic City Pool & Spa Show), one of the swimming pool industry's largest events. The Show draws an estimated 11,000 people to Atlantic City for four days of educational, business and social activities each year. Our other “trademark” activity is the Professional Training Institute. PTI offers the industry's broadest, most comprehensive training programs designed to upgrade professional skills in building, service, management and retail operations.

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The Pool and Spa Show

We are excited to welcome you back to Atlantic City, New Jersey for the 2026 Pool & Spa Show! Hosted from January 27-29, 2026, this is the perfect place to connect with decision-makers in the industry! At the show you will:

• Spark bright ideas: Evaluate hundreds of products and services that will transform your business.
• Energize your team: Elevate the skills of your staff with over 100 technical & business sessions.
• Create new connections: Engage with industry leaders and innovators on the Show Floor & in the classroom.

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Keep up with the industry 

NESPA is your best resource for all current codes, regulations and standard in the pool and spa industry. There is no need to dig through dozens of websites or deal with the red tape of calling a government office to get the answers to your questions. Our staff can also guide you through questions about code requirements and help with inspection issues that come up on your job sites.

Pump regulation update - Effective July 19, 2021

DOE Dedicated Purpose Pool Pump Rule: Through PHTA’s work with the Department of Energy, effective July 19, 2021, one national energy efficiency standard for dedicated purpose pool pumps will be law of the land, eliminating the patchwork of regulations that currently exist across the country. PHTA and its members are now advocating for a similar regulation for dedicated purpose pool pump motors. Providing for one national energy efficiency standard for manufacturers to comply with also benefits installers and consumers by providing more affordable energy efficiency pump and motor choices.

Check out these resources created by the Pool & Hot Tub Alliance

• Dedicated Purpose Pool Pump Rule
• DPPP FAQ
• DOE Pool Pump Regulation Impact on Commercial Pool Market

VGB updates

On August 18, 2020, the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission voted to delay the effective date of ANSI/APSP/ICC-16 2017 (Drain Cover Standard). The effective date has been moved from November 24, 2020, to May 24, 2021, to provide drain cover manufacturers additional time while dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic that has disrupted manufacturers and test labs.

Find out more about codes, regulation and standards.

Education and events

Get year-round training for your whole team throught NESPA! NESPA's geadquarters features a state-of-the-art classroom as well as hands-on learning labs utilizing the latest pool and spa equipment.  These courses are offered at 6B South Gold Drive, Hamilton, NJ 08691.

The Professional Training Institute (PTI) is the pool and spa industry's premier training program. PTI encompasses technical and business training using both the classroom setting and extensive hands-on work.

Participation in the PTI programs provides you with the business and technical skills you need to compete successfully in a field as demanding as the pool, spa and hot tub industry.

Need Your CEU Report?

Reports can be downloaded by logging in to your website account. Watch this quick step-by-step video or if you require help call 609.689.9111. 

Find out more about education and event opportunities.

Join NESPA

The Northeast Spa & Pool Association provides you, your organization and staff with crucial professional development, education & training, networking, advocacy and business development resources. The benefits of NESPA membership extend to every one of your employees.

• Stay up-to-date on licensing requirements, codes, regulations and standards in Connecticut, New Jersey, New York (including Long Island) and Pennsylvania.
• Help create a level playing field - report unlicensed contractor
• Participate in the winter effects task force. Building and servicing pools in the Northeast and other cold weather climates, presents unique challenges. The industry shares wide ranging opinions on admixtures for cementitious products, winterization, winter management and opening procedures. An even wider array of opinions exists as to what may be causing scaling and crystallization on cementitious surfaces at a significantly higher rate than we have seen in the past.

Triple the return on your investment

When you join NESPA, your organization becomes a member of three associations!

• NESPA: Understanding what it means to work in the northeast
  Northeast Spa & Pool Association (NESPA) represents members located in eastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, southeastern New York and Connecticut.  For seventy years, NESPA has been focused on the specific needs of the pool & spa industry in the northeast.
  View all your member benefits.
• Your local chapter: Programs and services where you work
  NESPA offers our members the ability to participate in local chapters, which provide benefits that meet the unique needs of companies working in that area.  Chapters offer local, in-person networking and regular training opportunities for all levels of your staff.
  Find out more about our local chapters.
• PHTA: Access to a national support system.
  When joining NESPA, you will also join our national association and have access to various member benefits from The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA). PHTA provides members critical industry knowledge about codes, regulations and consumer trends. 
  Learn more at PHTA.org.

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Speak with one voice - Industry advocacy

The Northeast Pool & Spa Association is your voice on legislation and regulations impacting our industry. NESPA's Government Relations Action Committee (GRAC) brings together dedicated member volunteers and lobbyists on behalf of our members to oppose onerous over-regulation and advocate for our industry. We have important relationships with federal, state and local officials and are in regular contact to share our industry’s perspective on legislation. The Government Relations Action Committee consists of representatives from each of our four chapters. If you have questions about legislation and government regulations contact NESPA at 609-689-9111.

• Have your voice heard.
• Play a role in shaping our advocacy efforts.
• Get a step ahead of your competition now so when business goes back to usual, your business can be positioned to be better than ever.

Learn more about NESPA's advocacy.

NESPA Foundation

The NESPA Foundation connects people with aquatic education to foster improved health and a lifelong love of aquatics. Your support expands access to aquatic skills and water safety education in the NESPA region.

Raise funds

Harness the power of your community connections to raise even more money to support learn-to-swim programs. The NESPA Foundation can help you create a customized campaign to raise funds for local learn-to-swim programs. Get your network involved and help ensure everyone has a chance to be safe in the water. All donations will be matched, maximizing your impact! 

We can help you create customized marketing resources for your company, highlighting your commitment to water safety and how your community can get involved. Marketing resources include:

• Template email campaigns
• Point of purchase signage
• Mailing inserts
• Website content
• Social media posts

Create your customized fundraising campaign.

4x your donation

Your $1 = $4 for swim lessons! The NESPA Foundation will match your donation and then Step into Swim or Every Child a Swimmer will match it again. Donate to the NESPA Foundation, and your gift will QUADRUPLE its impact!

Donate now.

Nominate a swim school

We're searching for outstanding swim schools and learn-to-swim programs in our region. Do you know one who's going the extra mile to promote water safety? Nominate them for a NESPA Foundation grant and help them continue their lifesaving work!

Make the connection!

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