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. 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 five video tutorials (guided power point presentation by a WaterART Master Trainer).
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:
- DVD001 The Art of Exercise Science
- DVD003 Beginner Muscles
- DVD008 Deep H2O Program
- DVD064 Shallow & Deep H2O Workout
- DVD072 Shallow H2O Splash (2 parts)
- DVD080 Aquatic Instructor Review Tutorials (4 parts)
- DVD092 Julie’s Favorite Exercise Techniques
- DVD100 The WaterART System of Exercise Design and Lesson Planning
- 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
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 |
