Strengthen Your Business. Shape the Industry.
The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA) is the national trade association uniting and advocating for the entire pool and hot tub industry. As a 501(c)(6) nonprofit, membership dues go directly back into protecting, educating, and advancing the industry you serve.
Important Note on NESPA Membership
If you live or work in Connecticut, New Jersey, New York, or Pennsylvania, you are required to join the Northeast Spa & Pool Association (NESPA). Click here to learn more.
Why Join PHTA?
- Advocacy
We represent your business interests, ensuring that legislation, regulations, and policies protect and advance the pool and hot tub industry. - Education & Certification
Access industry-leading training programs that enhance professionalism and safety, ensuring your business thrives. - Market Research & Statistics
Stay ahead of consumer trends, supply chain shifts, and market changes with real-time data. - Workforce Development
We invest in training programs and initiatives to ensure a pipeline of skilled professionals for years to come. - Networking Opportunities
Connect with top leaders, potential clients, and decision-makers through PHTA councils, committees, and events. - Exclusive Community Access
Engage with fellow professionals worldwide through myPHTA, the industry’s exclusive online member community.
Find the Membership That’s Right for You
PHTA offers 13 membership categories to fit every sector of the pool and hot tub industry. Choose the one that matches your business and start making an impact today.
For Residential & Commercial Businesses
Builder/Installer
Firms that build, install, and renovate swimming pools, spas, hot tubs, and water features.
Service Company
Firms that service and maintain swimming pools, spas, hot tubs, and water features.
Retail Store
Firms that operate a retail store open to the public offering a variety of industry products, spanning more than one manufacturer’s brand(s).
IHTA Hot Tub Retailer
Retailers whose majority of sales are for portable hot tubs or swim spas.
Single-Person Service Company
Individual servicing and maintaining swimming pools, spas, hot tubs, and/or water features.
Suppliers, Manufacturers & Distributors
Manufacturer
Firms manufacturing or fabricating products or components, including complete swimming pool units, spas, and hot tub units.
Distributor
Firms whose major business is the wholesaling of goods manufactured by others. No single company shall constitute 50% or more of the firm’s sales.
Allied Supplier
Manufacturers and distributors not directly related to the manufacture or operation of pools, spas, or hot tubs, but more related to the backyard experience.
Professional Affiliate
Firms or individuals that provide professional services; consultants in designing, building, and operations; architects; landscapers; subcontractors; finance and lending firms.
Manufacturer Agent
Firm or individual representing two or more different manufacturers and brands (any size firm).
Industry Partners & Affiliates
Professional Pool Management
Firms or individuals providing professional management services for public and semi-public swimming pools, spas, hot tubs, and water features.
Commercial Facility
Entity that operates a single commercial or semi-public swimming pool, spa, or hot tub facility.
Associate
Not-for-profit individuals and organizations, health/code inspectors, government entities, trade or professional associations, or research or academic institutions.
Not sure which membership is right for you?
Contact our PHTA Member Services Team at 703.838.0083 ext. 116.
Joining is Simple — 3 Easy Steps
1. Choose Your Membership – Select the category that fits your business.
2. Complete Your Application – Fill out the online form in just a few minutes.
3. Start Accessing Benefits – Once approved, unlock your exclusive PHTA member benefits!
Join PHTA today & become part of the industry's future.
Our Powerful Network Includes:
International Hot Tub Association (IHTA)
Dedicated to growing and supporting the hot tub sector.
Northeast Pool & Spa Association (NESPA)
Providing resources and advocacy for industry professionals in the Northeast.
California Pool & Spa Association (CPSA)
Leading advocacy efforts in the nation’s most regulated state.
Texas Pool & Spa Coalition (TPSC)
Driving industry-friendly legislation and workforce development in Texas.
Pool & Hot Tub Council of Canada
Strengthening industry collaboration across North America.
PHTA Members Are Industry Leaders – See What They Say!
The certification programs helped our team elevate their skills and stand out in the market. It’s the best investment we’ve made.
— Keith Zars
Keith Zars Pools
There's a lot that PHTA membership provides for hot tub retailers ... helping us fight against tariff price increases, providing service training, invaluable quarterly market reports for the industry and this is just the beginning.
— Ronak Shah
Galaxy Home Recreation
Joining the Pool & Hot Tub Association (PHTA) has been a game-changer for Leaktronics. From the moment we became members, the organization has been incredibly welcoming, offering seamless ways for us to connect with their vibrant community of professionals.
— Corrie Hirokawa-Rood
LEAKTRONICS