Description
This program is the entry level program for learning how to teach a basic aquatic fitness class. Whether you are new to the water, a lifeguard or just want to become an aquatic fitness Instructor – this is the program you should begin with. We will explore a variety of movements, techniques and basic body and working positions for both shallow & deep water depths. This intensive training will provide leaders with functional techniques to design safe and effective sessions for a variety of ages, fitness and skill levels. This foundation program will provide you with a complete overview of how to facilitate a safe, effective and enjoyable general group exercise program. You will experience both theory (classroom) and practical (pool) applications to build a well-balanced program which includes exercises to target the cardiovascular system as well as balance the body with stretching, posture and strengthening exercises. NO experience necessary just a love of the water and helping people to move. You will have up to six months after the training to complete the examination process. All exams and marking templates are in the manual to help become successful as an Certified Instructor.
SKU: 241207-CTW001-Birchmount-ON
How to Register
Registration only via City of Toronto: Call 416-396-7378 to set up an account with our customer service representatives. Monday to Friday 8:30am – 4:30pm. Unless you were previously on Welcome Policy or had an Active Membership, you MUST create a new account. Email activation is required, please have an email ready to set up your password.
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More Information
$498.00 City of Toronto residents (includes all materials, exams, training & HST)
$550.00 Non residents (includes all materials, exams, training & HST)
Course Registration Fee Includes:
- 40 hours of instruction guided by Certified Master Trainer
- practical pool & classroom theory sessions
- Manual with study guide questions & answers
- Online streaming of the following videos via WaterART Fitness Educational App (when downloaded for your phone and/or tablet) via App Store (for iPhone/iPads) or Google Play (for Androids)
- V230 –Intro to Shallow & Deep Lesson Planning Tutorial
- V206 Basic Moves for a Shallow H2O Workout
- V207 Shallow Water Aqua Fitness Lesson Planning
- V178 WaterART Shallow Aqua Fitness Working Positions
- V192 Types of Noodles & Noodle Positions
- V072 Shallow H2O Splash (2 parts)
- V181 Cardio Combo’s in Shallow Water
- V208 Shallow H2O Muscle Up with some Equipment
- V186-Review Different Deep H2O Belts & Body Positions
- V188 Deep H2O Training With Buoyancy Belt
- V008 Deep H2O Program
- V064 Shallow & Deep H2O Workout
- V211 Shallow & Deep Aqua Fitness Muscle Review for Aqua Fitness
- V193 Deep H2O Noodles
- V190 Shallow & Deep Decking
- V284 How to complete the Certification Examination Process
- Vimeo videos streaming for computers is via a link and password and is a surcharge.
- 5 Laminated reference cards
- Comprehensive WaterART certification process (practical assessment is assessed last day of course)
- Automatic renewal and/or upgrade of your existing WaterART Certification(s) upon successful exam completion
- Certificate of course completion
- Certification E-Diploma & certified status upon successful completion.
What to Bring:
- Lunch and/or snacks
- Free parking outdoors
- Wear comfortable & layered clothing to move around
- Water bottle
- Pen, paper
- Athletic shoes or water shoes
- All materials given out at the first day of the course.
- Practical assessment may be booked for the final day of training Sunday, December 15 , 2024 or candidates will have up to six months after the course to complete both parts of the exams (if you don’t take the exams)
