wa ter shape
ˈwȯ tər ˈshāp
noun,
1. A structure that uses water in an artistic way.
2. Water as art in the form of a pool, spa, fountain, natural stream, lake, etc.
– wa ter shap er
noun,
1. One who designs watershapes, especially professionals educated in the relevant arts and sciences.
– wa ter shap ing
verb,
1. The art, act or practice of watershape design.
Welcome to Watershape University
WATERSHAPE UNIVERSITY TEACHES THE ART & SCIENCE OF WATER
Our Focus
- Pools
- Spas
- Waterfeatures
- Aquatics
- Outdoor Living
Our Students
Everyone in the industry will benefit from WU education and certification: architects, landscape architects, designers, engineers, builders, installers, consultants, contractors, subcontractors, service and maintenance professionals, manufacturers, and distributors.
Our Platforms
- Online, On-Demand classes
- Live Online classes
- Live In-Person classes
- WaterShapes Magazine
Our Content
We deliver the industry’s most comprehensive educational system. We have 180 programs, growing continuously to serve the industry’s unique needs, addressing new technology, and assisting our corporate engagement team with product-specific training. More. . .
Our digital magazine at WaterShapes.com, founded in 1998, is the definitive resource for professionals and consumers who make water and outdoor living part of their lives. More. . .
Our Certifications
Like our extensive educational offerings, we offer several certifications targeting specific careers and trades within our complex and multi-layered industry.
Ultimately, students seek to become members of the International Watershape Institute (IWI) – where leadership lives. More. . .
Our Faculty
Our team is comprised of the industry’s most trusted, experienced and respected professionals in the industry.
Our Culture
Every university has its own culture and Watershape University is no exception. WU even has a Dean of Culture (Michael Nantz, IWI) to provide leadership as it relates to our culture of highly supportive, intelligent teammates that seek to improve the industry by sharing their knowledge and helping others grow and succeed.
The traits that define our culture are the same that define a pack of wolves. So, our mascot is the wolfpack – welcome to the ‘pack!
Team Overview
The quality of Watershape University programs is due to the tireless support of our incredible team, including the staff, faculty, education board, leadership and culture specialists. We appreciate all that they do. For more information please click on the teammates in the following rosters. . .