Program Overview

The SGM Factory Training Program is three days of hands-on training focusing on proper installation of SGM swimming pool and deck finishes. The purpose of this course is to familiarize pool industry professionals with the preparation, application, exposure, maintenance and troubleshooting of pool plaster and deck finishes. Our experienced instructors, training aids and detailed course materials will give you the real-world techniques and understanding to specify, install, troubleshoot and service the best and most recognized product line of swimming pool and spa finishes. Each session runs Tuesday through Thursday.  The March 10 – 12, 2026 session will be a Spanish only class.

Payment Information

The training program fee is $932.59 USD per participant (includes 4.2% technology fee for credit card/AHC/wire transactions) and final registration is thirty (30) days before the session begins. Submission of each registration is binding, and all SGM course fees are non-refundable. If the registered participant is unable to make it to the scheduled training session, the payment will be applied to a future session of the program. In the event minimum session attendance is not met, attendees will be notified of the cancellation thirty days prior to the scheduled training date. By submitting your registration on-line, you are agreeing with all of the policies, terms and conditions for the program. Training sessions are limited to 18 attendees.

HOST HOTEL & CLASSROOM VENUE

Holiday Inn Express and Suites — Fort Lauderdale
1500 West Commercial Boulevard
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 33309
Phone: 954.772.3032
Email: hie84fortlauderdale@gmail.com

When booking your hotel room, please mention that you will be
attending SGM Factory Training and you will receive a special room rate.

HANDS-ON TRAINING — SGM HEADQUARTERS

Toll-Free: 800-641-9247
Phone: 954-943-2288
Web: www.sgm.cc
Email: ts@sgm.cc

Workshop Dates

• November 11 – 13, 2025
• January 20 – 22, 2026
• February 3 – 5, 2026
• March 10 – 12, 2026 (Spanish Only)
• March 17 – 19, 2026
• April 14 – 16, 2026

Topics Include

• The National Plasterers Council (NPC) pool plaster guidelines
• Job sizing and estimating
• Application and exposure techniques
• Diamond Brite® installation technique
• River Rok® installation technique
• Southcrete™ Spray Deck System and SGM One-Step Spray Deck® System installation techniques
• Startup / Water Chemistry
• Troubleshooting

Please fill out and submit the registration information in the form below to hold your spot in the training class.

For English version of Factory Training Brochure – Click Here.
Para la versión en español del folleto de capacitación de fábrica – Haga clic aquí.