Description
Our most popular and group exercise foundation program explores shallow and deep water depths. The program will provide candidates with a template for blending exercise science with the properties of water. Learn to create a safe, balanced and total body aquafit program. Our fitness leadership journey takes participants through both theory and practical testing/certification. Candidates do not have to be a lifeguard or have any experience to join this the program. Candidates will have up to six months to complete the certification after the training.
Review Covid Safety Guidelines to co-exist safely with your programs. All instructors will need to adhere to their health & safety guidelines in their district or at their facility. Whether you call this aqua aerobics, water-fit, water exercise, H2O Fitness – we welcome anyone interested in leading and teaching vertical water fitness to enroll in this course!
This enhanced program comes with tutorials (guided power point presentation by a WaterART Master Trainer), educational and follow a long workouts.
WaterART highly recommends this foundation program (or Shallow H2O Instructor Certification if only teaching shallow depth) prior to any other WaterART course.
SKU: CTW001
Course materials
- Shallow & Deep H20 Instructor Certification Manual with study guide questions and answers (412 pages)
- Video streaming via WaterART Fitness App unlimited for Members (6 months for non members) OR Vimeo for computers OR DVDs of the following videos:
- DVD230 –Intro to Shallow & Deep Programming with Covid-19 Safety Recommendations
- DVD001 The Art of Exercise Science
- DVD003 Beginner Muscles
- DVD008 Deep H2O Program
- DVD064 Shallow & Deep H2O Workout
- DVD072 Shallow H2O Splash (2 parts)
- DVD092 Julie’s Favorite Exercise Techniques
- V206 Basic Moves for a Shallow H2O Workout
- V211 Shallow & Deep Aqua Fitness Muscle Review for Aqua Fitness
- V178 WaterART Shallow H2O Aqua Fitness Working Positions
- V179 Shallow H2O Class on the Spot (to adhere to covid safety guidelines)
- Note: Hard Copy DVDs are not the same videos as we stopped manufacturing them in 2020. However, the programs are still the same and we have these programs available 1, 3, 8, 64, 72, 92, 80 (4 parts) 100, 5 Laminated pool reference cards
- Comprehensive Certification Examination Process (theory & practical assessment)
- E-Diploma and Online profile when successful with examination process
- 16.0 CECs for WaterART
- Here is the virtual guided training options see here
- Should you prefer to have a Instructor Trainer Mentor (virtually) – we can incorporate this into your program – just let us know.
Table of Contents & Learning Objectives
| Chapter 1 | Welcome New Instructors to Aquatic Fitness! |
| Chapter 2 | The Science of Exercise Design |
| Chapter 3 | WaterART Blueprint & Lesson Planning |
| Chapter 4 | The Power of Water- Pool Lab & Class Design |
| Chapter 5 | The Science of the Moving Body |
| Chapter 6 | Aquatic Fitness – Flexibility Training |
| Chapter 7 | Aquatic Fitness – Cardiovascular Training |
| Chapter 8 | Deep H2o Training |
| Chapter 9 | Functional Fitness |
| Chapter 10 | Combining a Shallow & Deep H20 Programs |
| Chapter 11 | The Aquatic Noodle |
| Chapter 12 | Aquatic Equipment Overview |
| Chapter 13 | The Art of Leadership |
| Chapter 14 | Make the Most of your Music |
| Chapter 15 | Pool Safety Considerations |
| Chapter 16 | Handouts & Resources |
| Chapter 17 | Answers to Study Questions |
| Chapter 18 | How to Complete the Certification Process |
| Certification | Practical Assessment Marking Templates |
