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 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)
- DVD092 Julie’s Favorite Exercise Techniques
- DVD100 The WaterART System of Exercise Design and Lesson Planning
- V206 Basic Moves for a Shallow H2O Workout
- V211 Review of Muscle Work for Aqua Fitness workouts
- V178 WaterART Shallow H2O Aqua Fitness Working Positions
- V179 Shallow H2O Class on the Spot (to adhere to covid safety guidelines)
- 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
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 |
