Craft Better Pools, One Lesson at a Time
Hands-On. Experience-Driven.
Training is one of the foundations of Tempool’s success. For years, we have trained industry professionals from around the world in proper plastering techniques, material handling, and water chemistry. Our training programs are built from decades of field experience and led by bilingual instructors who have personally plastered thousands of residential and commercial pools. Participants learn every phase of the process, from prepping the shell and waterproofing drains to patching plaster voids and applying finishes correctly. This hands-on approach gives crews the knowledge and confidence needed to produce consistent, high-quality results on every job.
Trainers with Experience
Jon Temple is the President and Founder of Tempool Inc. With decades of experience in the industry, Jon has built Tempool into an international powerhouse, servicing pool builders, homeowners, and resorts across the globe.
Jon’s passion for quality and education led him to create the world’s first privately owned pool plaster training and testing school. He has personally trained hundreds of participants worldwide, sharing his vast knowledge and setting new standards in the industry. Jon has a passion for educating the next generation of pool professionals.
Robert Abinuman started at Tempool Inc. in 2000, after having moved to the U.S. from his native Guatemala in 1998. Trained by company founder Jon Temple, Robert started out as a mixer man and over time developed a comprehensive pool plastering skillset.
Currently, Abinuman runs Tempool’s plastering division and Plaster Logic™. In addition to troweling pools and running job sites, he has trained thousands of plasterers in both English and Spanish.
Training Rooted in Real Pools
Tempool’s Training & Education programs equip crews and industry professionals with hands-on experience, real-world techniques, and expert guidance developed over decades of plastering thousands of pools. Every lesson is designed to build skill, confidence, and consistency, ensuring that every surface they touch meets the highest standards of performance and beauty.
Join Tempool’s hands-on training programs and gain real-world plastering skills that last a lifetime.
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Learn From the best
Tempool’s plaster experts bring decades of experience directly to participants through courses hosted at Watershape University. These hands-on programs let professionals master foundational and advanced plastering techniques, refine their skills, and learn the processes that set Tempool apart in residential and commercial pool interiors.
This is a hands‑on workshop that teaches the fundamentals of plastering, including surface prep, mix design, application technique, texture control, and startup chemistry — giving participants a strong foundation for producing consistent, high‑quality plaster finishes.
A 5-day, hands-on course designed to take your plastering skills to the highest industry level. Led by Jon Temple and his team, participants refine advanced techniques for texture, water color control, and exposed aggregate finishes. Pre-requisite: C3611. Gain practical skills to perfect finishes, reduce callbacks, and achieve flawless results in complex projects.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Our FAQs cover everything from preparation and plastering techniques to remodel tips and finish options, all straight from the team that’s perfected over 80,000 pools worldwide.
Finish selection depends on aesthetics, water color, and maintenance preferences. Our ELEMENT™ line offers three distinct options: Element™ for refined texture and consistent pigment, White Element™ for bright clarity with decorative aggregates, and Slate™ for architectural depth and contrast. Our consultants help you select the right finish to achieve the desired look while ensuring long-term performance.
Tempool specializes exclusively in preparation and plastering. Unlike general pool companies, we focus entirely on creating flawless interiors, using decades of experience and hands-on techniques refined over 80,000 pools worldwide. Our team combines meticulous preparation, precise application, and expert finish selection to deliver consistent, long-lasting results that meet the highest standards.
Absolutely. While we don’t handle digging or structural construction, we excel in interior remodels. We replace worn plaster, apply new finishes, and optimize interior surfaces for water color, texture, and durability. Every remodel is treated with the same care and precision as a new plaster application.
The timeline depends on pool size, complexity, and chosen finish. Typically, a residential pool can be prepped and plastered in several days, with curing and startup time included. Our experienced teams manage every step to minimize delays and ensure a high-quality, durable finish.
Our Training & Education Process
Pool plastering is a craft built over decades of experience. Tempool’s Training & Education programs provide hands-on instruction from instructors who have plastered thousands of residential and commercial pools worldwide.
Students learn the essential principles of pool preparation, plaster materials, and water chemistry to build a strong knowledge base.
Participants practice troweling, aggregate handling, and finishing techniques under the guidance of expert instructors.
Instructors walk students through common issues like voids, cracking, and surface inconsistencies, teaching how to correct them in real time.
Students refine their skills with complex scenarios, learning how to achieve consistent color, texture, and surface performance across a variety of pools.
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We don’t do shortcuts. We deliver precision, mastery, and pool finishes that stand the test of time. Let us show you what your pool can become. Contact us today.
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1512 Millcoe Road, Jacksonville, Fl 32225
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