About Us

Fifteen years ago, I had no idea that a simple search through an ADA guide—hoping to better understand accessibility barriers and the lack of services available to people with limited mobility—would completely change the course of my work. That search introduced me to something I had never seen before: aquatic access equipment designed to help individuals enter swimming pools safely and independently. At the time, I had never encountered one in any hotel pool I had visited.

Curious, I began researching and reached out to a manufacturer to learn more about their products. What I found was not only valuable information, but also an unexpected opportunity: they invited me to represent and sell their equipment in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean.

The early years were challenging. When the ADA law was updated in 2010, public and private facilities were required to remove barriers and ensure accessibility to all amenities, including pools. I found myself going door to door, educating businesses and sharing updated information. There was confusion, misinformation, and even resistance. But little by little, awareness grew.

Today, as POOLIFT PUERTO RICO celebrates 15 years of continuous work, I am proud to see how far we’ve come. Many hotels, aquatic centers, and facilities across the island now have aquatic access lifts installed in their pools and spas—equipment that allows people with mobility limitations to enjoy the therapeutic and recreational benefits of water with dignity and ease.

And our mission continues. Together with my team, we remain committed to expanding accessibility and helping more facilities comply with ADA standards, ensuring that everyone—regardless of mobility—can experience the freedom and joy of the water.

Have a Great  Splash!! 

Iraida Dávila -Founder