From humble beginnings to industry leadership, the journey of Explore Industries has been defined by quality craftsmanship, innovative design and the shared commitment to excellence with our dealer network. Each of the pools we’ve manufactured represents not just our dedication to superior products, but the trust placed in us by our dealers and their customers.

Celebrating 25 Years: A Legacy of Growth and Strategic Expansion

As Explore Industries marks its 25th anniversary, we’re celebrating the extraordinary dealer relationships that have made our journey possible. From manufacturing our first fiberglass pool in Australia in 2000 to becoming the global leader with over 130,000 installations across 23 countries, our success has been built together with our network of more than 1,000 dedicated dealers worldwide.

The Explore Industries’ story began with Leisure Pools, established by the visionary father and son team of Kerry and David Pain. From modest beginnings, they launched their dream of crafting premium composite fiberglass pools with a clear vision: to design and manufacture innovative, high-quality products that create exceptional backyard experiences. They methodically built a network of trusted dealers throughout the country, and our expansion has been guided by creating beautiful backyard dreams for customers worldwide:

• 2004-2005: North American market entry and first U.S. manufacturing facility in San Antonio, Texas
• 2007: Expansion into Australasia, opening export markets across Asia and the Middle East
• 2010: European market entry, with strong dealer presence in Belgium, France, the UK, and Germany
• 2013: Establishment of our global headquarters and world’s largest fiberglass pool manufacturing facility in Knoxville, Tennessee
• 2015: Strategic relationship with PoolCorp, opening new distribution channels through Imagine Pools
• 2018: Launch of Integra Pool Covers, diversifying our product offerings
• 2019-2022: Introduction of multiple innovative brands (Aviva Pools, Nexus Pools, Evo Pools)
• 2024: Introduction of our Elite Dealer Program, creating new growth pathways

The Future: Strengthening Our Dealer Relationships

As David Pain, Global Chief Executive Officer and Founder, recently reflected: “This 25-year milestone belongs to our dealers as much as it does to us. From day one, we’ve built this company on the foundation of strong dealer relationships. Our success is directly linked to the trust, commitment, and entrepreneurial spirit of our dealer network. They’re not just business associates—they’re family. As we look ahead, strengthening these relationships remains our highest priority because we understand a fundamental truth: Explore Industries only grows when our dealers grow. Their success is the true measure of our success.”

What truly sets Explore Industries apart is our dealer-focused culture – grounded in family, collaboration and a relentless passion for helping our network succeed.
Our expanded manufacturing capacity, with facilities in Australia and multiple North American locations, ensures our dealers receive consistent, timely product delivery. Our continual innovation in designs, features, and manufacturing processes provides our network with industry-leading products that help them stand apart from the competition.

The 2024 launch of our Elite Dealer Program represents our commitment to deepening relationships with our most dedicated dealers, creating exclusive benefits and growth opportunities that recognize their loyalty and contributions to our shared success.

Creating Backyard Dreams Together

At the heart of our mission is a shared passion for transforming ordinary backyards into extraordinary outdoor living spaces. Every Explore Industries’ pool represents a collaboration between our design team, manufacturing experts and the skilled professionals in our dealer network who bring these dreams to life for families.

Each backyard transformation begins with a customer’s vision – whether it’s creating a resort-like retreat, a gathering space for family and friends or a wellness sanctuary. Our dealers work closely with homeowners to understand their lifestyle and preferences, while drawing on our extensive product portfolio to match them with the perfect solution.

What makes these collaborations truly special is the combination of our industry-leading product innovation with our dealers’ exceptional installation expertise and personalized customer service. Together, we do more than install backyard pools. We create lasting experiences that enhance homes and enrich lives for decades to come.

The true reward of our work comes in seeing families enjoying their new outdoor spaces, from children taking their first swim to grandparents relaxing poolside, from summer parties to quiet evenings under the stars. These moments of joy and connection are what drive us to continuously improve our products and support our dealers in delivering excellence.

A Message to Our Dealers

To our more than 1,000 dealers worldwide: Thank you for your dedication and trust. You are the foundation of our success. Together, we’ve changed how the world thinks about pools, bringing premium fiberglass solutions to more than 130,000 families across 23 countries.

As we look to the next 25 years, we’re committed to continuing our legacy of innovation, quality and growth. As a result, we are creating even more opportunities for you, our valued dealers, to expand your businesses and profitability. Your success is our success, and we’re dedicated to providing you with the products, support and opportunities you need to thrive.

Whether you’re a long-time dealer or considering joining the Explore Industries family, we invite you to be part of our future as we build on our history of industry leadership and collaborative success. We wouldn’t be here without you, and we’re excited to continue growing together.