Duration: 1 day
Dates:
27th April 2026 focussed on designers
29th May 2026 focussed on installers
26th June 2026 focussed on designers
18th Sept 2026 focussed on installers
30th Oct 2026 focussed on installers & designers
Start time: 08:30
Finish time: 16:30
Interested in Installing Water Features?
Looking to start your own business? Want to expand your current business with new services and products? Water feature installation offers a rewarding profit margin. Aquascape makes it easy to get started by offering a selection of water feature kits that can be installed in a day (or less).
Join us for a hands-on, pond-building session that teaches how to install an 11’x16’ pond kit using 20 products and 20 steps to get the job done in just one day!
This event is open to all skill levels, from novice to professional. Lunch is not provided.
An Aquascape Inc. Designer Pond Day is an immersive classroom-style learning experience focused on the art and science of building and maintaining beautiful, natural-looking ecosystem ponds. We are working with TASK Academy to provide this course at their training Academy in South Worcestershire. This course is perfect for designers who want to deepen their understanding of how to create balanced, low-maintenance water features that work with nature rather than against it.
The day typically begins with an introduction to the ecosystem pond philosophy, which is at the heart of Aquascape’s approach. Instead of relying heavily on chemicals or complex mechanical systems, ecosystem ponds use a harmonious blend of rocks, gravel, plants, beneficial bacteria, and circulation to maintain clean, healthy water. Participants learn how each component contributes to a self-sustaining environment where fish, plants, and water coexist naturally.
A major focus of the session is biological filtration. This is explained as the backbone of water clarity and health. Attendees explore how beneficial bacteria colonize surfaces like gravel and filter media, breaking down fish waste and organic debris into less harmful compounds. The nitrogen cycle is often discussed in practical, easy-to-understand terms, helping participants grasp how ammonia is converted into nitrites and then nitrates, which plants can absorb.
Building on this, the course dives into wetland filtration systems, one of the most effective natural filtration methods available. These systems mimic natural wetlands by channelling pond water through a gravel-filled basin densely planted with aquatic vegetation. As water flows slowly through this area, plant roots and bacteria work together to remove excess nutrients, sediment, and impurities. Participants learn how to size, design, and integrate wetland filters into pond systems for maximum efficiency and minimal maintenance.
Another key element of the day is the role of pond plants. The session highlights the different categories—marginal plants, floating plants, submerged oxygenators, and water lilies—and explains how each contributes to the ecosystem. Plants not only enhance visual appeal but also provide shade, reduce algae growth, oxygenate the water, and absorb excess nutrients. Attendees often gain practical knowledge about plant placement, seasonal care, and selecting the right species for different pond zones.
Throughout the day, there is a strong emphasis on design principles. Participants learn how to create ponds that look natural in the landscape, including rock placement, edge treatments, depth variations, and integrating waterfalls or streams. The goal is to achieve a pond that appears as though it has always belonged in its environment.
By the end of an Aquascape Designer Pond Day, attendees typically walk away with a solid understanding of how to design, build, and maintain an ecosystem pond that is both beautiful and sustainable. It’s not just about constructing a water feature—it’s about creating a living, breathing aquatic environment that thrives with minimal intervention.
Duration: 1 day
Dates:
27th April 2026 focussed on designers
29th May 2026 focussed on installers
26th June 2026 focussed on designers
18th Sept 2026 focussed on installers
30th Oct 2026 focussed on installers & designers
Start time: 08:30
Finish time: 16:30
Interested in Installing Water Features?
Looking to start your own business? Want to expand your current business with new services and products? Water feature installation offers a rewarding profit margin. Aquascape makes it easy to get started by offering a selection of water feature kits that can be installed in a day (or less).
Join us for a hands-on, pond-building session that teaches how to install an 11’x16’ pond kit using 20 products and 20 steps to get the job done in just one day!
This event is open to all skill levels, from novice to professional. Lunch is not provided.
An Aquascape Inc. Designer Pond Day is an immersive classroom-style learning experience focused on the art and science of building and maintaining beautiful, natural-looking ecosystem ponds. We are working with TASK Academy to provide this course at their training Academy in South Worcestershire. This course is perfect for designers who want to deepen their understanding of how to create balanced, low-maintenance water features that work with nature rather than against it.
The day typically begins with an introduction to the ecosystem pond philosophy, which is at the heart of Aquascape’s approach. Instead of relying heavily on chemicals or complex mechanical systems, ecosystem ponds use a harmonious blend of rocks, gravel, plants, beneficial bacteria, and circulation to maintain clean, healthy water. Participants learn how each component contributes to a self-sustaining environment where fish, plants, and water coexist naturally.
A major focus of the session is biological filtration. This is explained as the backbone of water clarity and health. Attendees explore how beneficial bacteria colonize surfaces like gravel and filter media, breaking down fish waste and organic debris into less harmful compounds. The nitrogen cycle is often discussed in practical, easy-to-understand terms, helping participants grasp how ammonia is converted into nitrites and then nitrates, which plants can absorb.
Building on this, the course dives into wetland filtration systems, one of the most effective natural filtration methods available. These systems mimic natural wetlands by channelling pond water through a gravel-filled basin densely planted with aquatic vegetation. As water flows slowly through this area, plant roots and bacteria work together to remove excess nutrients, sediment, and impurities. Participants learn how to size, design, and integrate wetland filters into pond systems for maximum efficiency and minimal maintenance.
Another key element of the day is the role of pond plants. The session highlights the different categories—marginal plants, floating plants, submerged oxygenators, and water lilies—and explains how each contributes to the ecosystem. Plants not only enhance visual appeal but also provide shade, reduce algae growth, oxygenate the water, and absorb excess nutrients. Attendees often gain practical knowledge about plant placement, seasonal care, and selecting the right species for different pond zones.
Throughout the day, there is a strong emphasis on design principles. Participants learn how to create ponds that look natural in the landscape, including rock placement, edge treatments, depth variations, and integrating waterfalls or streams. The goal is to achieve a pond that appears as though it has always belonged in its environment.
By the end of an Aquascape Designer Pond Day, attendees typically walk away with a solid understanding of how to design, build, and maintain an ecosystem pond that is both beautiful and sustainable. It’s not just about constructing a water feature—it’s about creating a living, breathing aquatic environment that thrives with minimal intervention.
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