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Lynn Forrest
Lynn Forrest, CBP is the President and Designer of Aqua Classic with 26 years of industry experience. Lynn is a 2nd generation pool building professional. He graduated from Texas A&M University, Class of 1992, with a BS degree in horticulture and landscape design. Lynn also received his equivalency of a Master’s degree from UCLA through the Society of Watershape Designers. In addition, Lynn received his CBP (Certified Building Professional) through APSP (Association of Pool & Spa Professionals). Lynn is very creative in the design process and will create your dream pool with exquisite detail and customization. For more information about our President and Designer please visit the "Our Designer" tab. |
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Monika Forrest
Monika Forrest is the Secretary and Treasurer of Aqua Classic as well as a co-founder of the company. Monika has 26 years of industry experience since the opening of Aqua Classic in 1983. Monika was born, raised and educated in Berlin, Germany. She graduated from college in Berlin majoring in business. Her knowledge and skills in business have ensured the continuous success of Aqua Classic. She is bilingual speaking English and German fluently. Monika is also our company’s award winning photographer and is responsible for many of the beautiful pictures that are featured on our website. Throughout the years she has attended numerous industry related conventions, trade shows, seminars and special training by chemical and equipment manufacturers |
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Kevin Clark
Kevin Clark is the Construction Superintendent and Project Manager of Aqua Classic. Kevin joined the Aqua Classic family in 2003 and now has 6 years of industry experience. Kevin also has 14 years of previous construction experience. He oversees all projects and ensures quality control and customer satisfaction. Kevin has completed formal training from industry leading manufacturers such as Paramount, Pentair and Sta-rite. He has completed training in spray decking and waterfall repair as well. Kevin’s immense comprehension in his span of work always renders great results and he keeps our customers exceptionally pleased. |
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Frank Dietz
Frank Dietz is the Chief Technician of Aqua Classic. Frank retired from the U.S. Coast Guard in 1996 and soon after joined the Aqua Classic family. He now has 13 years of industry experience. Frank obtained his Tech I and Tech II certification through APSP and continues to receive commendations from our customers with his extensive knowledge and excellent workmanship. Frank has earned numerous certificates and degrees through the U.S. Coast Guard. Frank has been trained by several manufacturers including Pentair, Jandy, Sta-rite, Auto Pilot, Hayward and Paramount. He also has been factory trained by Proteam and Bioguard professionals which has provided him the knowledge and skills to properly maintain our pools and spas while on the service site. |
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Sonya Jimenez
Sonya Jimenez is the Store Manager of our Clute location and a Customer Service Specialist of Aqua Classic. Sonya is also the scheduler for all service requests and consistently achieves high customer satisfaction marks. Sonya joined the Aqua Classic family 4 years ago and has 6 years of previous sales and customer service experience. She has a certification as a Pharmacy Technician and is a graduate of Angleton High School, Class of 2000. She is currently studying to take her CPO (Certified Pool Operator) exam through APSP. Sonya has been factory trained by Proteam and Bioguard professionals and has an extensive knowledge of chemistry which enables her to efficiently and effectively treat your swimming pool / spa. |
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Lindsey Leija
Lindsey Leija is the Accounting Manager and Executive Assistant of Aqua Classic. Lindsey joined the Aqua Classic family 5 years ago and has four years of previous experience in customer service. She is currently attending Texas Tech University’s Distance Education Program in order to obtain her Bachelor’s degree. In addition to providing customer service and support in multiple areas, Lindsey maintains all Financial and Accounting records and provides the Aqua Classic team with professional assistance in various fields beyond the traditional Accounting function. |
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Chuck Lickwar
Charles “Chuck” Lickwar is the Technical Supervisor of Aqua Classic. Chuck joined the Aqua Classic family 8 years ago and has 32 years total of industry experience. Chuck obtained the following professional certifications:
- CSP (Certified Service Professional) through APSP
- CPO (Certified Pool Operator) through the National Swimming Pool Foundation.
Chuck served 11 years in the United States Air Force and earned an Associate Degree in Mechanical Engineering. He has been trained by industry leading manufacturers including Pentair, Jandy, Sta-rite, Hayward, Auto Pilot and Paramount. His experience and training has provided him with extensive knowledge of all aspects of the industry. Chuck’s diverse experience affords him the knowledge and expertise to provide superior service and customer satisfaction. |
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Erik Lux
Erik Lux is our Laboratory Technician and Sales Assistant. Erik joined the Aqua Classic family in April of this year and has quickly established himself with the entire staff. In addition, Erik has three years of experience in customer service prior to working for Aqua Classic. Erik graduated with a BS degree in biomedical science from Texas A&M University, Class of 2007. He also is bilingual being fluent in English and Spanish. Erik has been factory trained by Proteam professionals and is knowledgeable about the proper chemistry to keep your pool /spa sparkling clear. |
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Jonathan Richie
Jonathan Richie is the Maintenance Technician for Aqua Classic’s Clute location. John joined the Aqua Classic family two years ago and has 3 years of prior customer service experience. John rates consistently high in customer satisfaction by applying his expertise and training in pool / spa maintenance. He is extremely skilled in the pool / spa chemistry and cleaning. He earned an AA degree from Brazosport Community College and continues his post graduate education. John has been factory trained by Proteam and Bioguard professionals and has extensive knowledge in proper chemistry composition. |
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Steve Symm
Steve Symm is the Plumbing Specialist for Aqua Classic. Steve has a total of 27 years of industry knowledge and joined the Aqua Classic family 7 years ago. He has been trained by many leading manufacturers such as Paramount, Pentair and Sta-rite. In addition, Steve also had training in spray decking and waterfall repair. Steve takes great pride in applying his vast experience to his current extent of work. He consistently delivers a superior product with excellent craftsmanship. |
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Jesse Villarreal
Jesus “Jesse” Villarreal is the Construction Foreman for Aqua Classic. Jesse joined the Aqua Classic family two years ago and has 25 years of previous construction experience. Jesse is bilingual being fluent in both English and Spanish. Jesse also acts as Aqua Classic’s interpreter. He has a wide scope of experience and has developed a high degree of technical skills. Over the years Jesse has maintained high standards in working efficiently and effectively, which has quickly translated into overall customer satisfaction. |
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Dixie Mattingly
Dixie Mattingly is the Accounting Clerk and Assistant Store Manager for Aqua Classic’s Bay City location. Dixie is Aqua Classic’s longest tenured employee having joined the family 16 years ago. She is factory trained by Proteam and Bioguard professionals and has extensive chemistry knowledge. With her diverse and extensive experience, Dixie has mastered virtually all aspects of the sales department in the pool industry. |
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Christian Nixon
Christian Nixon is the Store Manager and Customer Service Specialist for Aqua Classic’s Bay City location. Christian has 7 years of experience in our industry and joined the Aqua Classic family two years ago. He earned his BS degree from St. Mary’s University in San Antonio, Texas, Class of 1997. Christian obtained his Tech I certification through APSP and is currently studying to attain his CPO. He has also been factory trained by Proteam and Bioguard professionals and has the technical expertise and experience to keep your pool /spa maintained to the highest standards. Christian also serves as the Maintenance Technician for our Bay City area pools. |
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