Description
This onsite practical training will provide instructors with ideas and techniques to develop their utilizing a system of progression. The goal is to provide a balanced program that is safe, effective and enjoyable for the diverse populations that attend group exercise classes. Instructors will learn visual and verbal teaching skills to provide training for the cardiovascular system as well as techniques for muscular strengthening, flexibility and balance training. Leaders will experience both theory (classroom) and practical (pool) sessions. We do recommend that you have taken some aquatic fitness classes and are comfortable in the water, however, no experience is necessary – just a love of the water and fitness!
Workshop Topics:
MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR MOVES
There are many ways to create interesting yet innovative ideas in the water. Learn how to mix and match your moves to create variations and combinations to keep your programs classes energized and effective. Movement patterns constantly need to be varied OR the clients will plateau or start talking. If you need creative ideas for multi level shallow water classes this class is for you! The goal of this sessions is to help instructors expand their exercise inventory and review 10 ways to vary every movement so your programs are never repetitive nor boring. Water fitness is the best and easiest way to stay in shape so learn how to create fun and functional movements.
WATER WALKING
Walking is the most used daily activity. Walking and gait training is essential to retaining independence. Train for effective movement, balance and good posture in the water. Keeping the program simple yet strong will challenge all comers from the recreational participant through to the athlete.
BALLS & FOAM WEIGHTS WORKOUT
Using equipment may add variety and progression to your programs. Learn how splash balls will provide hand & eye coordination and mobility work and endless enjoyment if the group learns to “play” together. Reviewing the exercise physiology associated with designing programs for buoyancy assisted and resisted training – and advanced foam weights or dumbbells are a good way to add strength to your programs.. This program will review the necessary shoulder girdle mechanics and safety considerations and you will review 15 exercises that may be appropriate for people who do want to challenge their upper body strength.
SKU: 250301-1500-Columbia
Early bird Registration Date: Feb 18, 2025
Course Registration Fee Includes:
- 8 hours of instruction guided by Certified Master Trainer Cindy Blackwell-Cook
- practical pool & classroom theory sessions
- Handouts are Downloadable on your Dashboard when order is marked paid (for 30 days)
- Additional Streaming via WaterART Fitness Educational App ( views on smart devices such as ipads, phones, tablets only) for six months OR as long as you are a Certified Member. Vimeo Video Showcase views on computers.
Video streaming is available once order is paid in full.- DVD092 Julie’s Favorite Exercise Techniques
- V181 Cardio Combo’s in Shallow Water
- V208 Shallow H2O Muscle Up with some Equipment
- 8.0 CECs for Certification renewal hours
Contact Information:
Contact Master trainer Cindy Cook Tel:704-458-2900
Staff members please contact Cindy for staff discount code.
What to Bring:
- Lunch or snack
- Water Fitness Wear or Bathing Suit(s)
- Towel/cover up
- Pen and paper
- Water-shoes are preferred wear
