Description
This is the most popular certification after our foundation programs. Millions of people have some form of arthritis and more gentle aquatic fitness programs are growing in popularity. Learn how to modify and progress exercises as well as vary impact and intensity to meet the needs of a multi level arthritis water exercise program. Course will review common forms of arthritis, exercise design & safety guidelines, aquatic class design, functional range of motion and joint actions, and provide an arthritis-specific exercise inventory. This session may be done in regular pools or warm water pools.
SKU: CTW005
Course materials
- WaterART Arthritis H2O Instructor Certification Manual (only mailed)
- Study Guide Questions & Answers for self study
- Video streaming via WaterART Fitness App unlimited for Members (6 months for non members) OR Vimeo for computers OR DVDs of the following videos:
- V227 Intro to H2O Arthritis Tutorial by streaming only
- V011-Shallow H20 Arthritis Program
- V036-Arthritis Noodle Program
- V078-How to Orient a Non-Swimmer to Water Exercise (2 parts)
- V089-Arthritis Instructor Tutorial (2 parts)
- V090-Arthritis Mobility Training (2 parts)
- V225 Senior Fitness and Arthritis Water Workout (video steaming only)
- Laminated pool reference cards
- Specialty Certification Exam Process
- E-Diploma and Online profile when successful with examination process
- 16.0 CEC’s for WaterART
Table of Contents & Learning Objectives
| Chapter 1 | Introduction to WaterART Arthritis Shallow Water Exercise |
| Chapter 2 | General Overview of Arthritic Conditions |
| Chapter 3 | The Musculoskeletal Connection |
| Chapter 4 | Shallow Water Program Design |
| Chapter 5 | Joint Action & Biomechanics |
| Chapter 6 | Sample Programs & Exercise Inventory |
| Chapter 7 | Arthritis & Weight Management |
| Chapter 8 | References & Resources and Handouts Page |
| Chapter 9 | Study Guide Questions & Answers, Certification Exam Process |
