As both an instructor and training specialist, I am passionate about raising the standards of aquatic fitness classes in Ireland and changing the perception of water-based exercise through education and collaboration.
The course is 3 days, the first day is online and the 2nd and 3rd days are face to face with classroom and pool practical sessions.
The course is very comprehensive and covers the following:
Foundations of Fitness and Exercise
Physical Fitness
Exercise Anatomy
Exercise Physiology
Movement Analysis
Exercise Motivation and Behavior
The Aquatic Environment
The Physical Laws as Applied to the Aquatic Environment
The Pool Environment and Design
Instruction and Programming
Shallow-Water Exercise
Deep-Water Exercise
Aquatic Exercise Leadership
Exercise Programming
Special Populations
Safety, Scope of Practice, and Legal
Safety, Emergencies, Injuries, and Instructor Health
Basic Nutrition and Weight Management
Business Issues and Legal Considerations
On successful completion of the course, including worksheets, exam, poolside class delivery and video submission you will receive an EQF level 3 Award in Water Based Exercise (Active IQ) as well as Aquatic Fitness Professional by AEA, Aquatic Exercise Association (www.aeawave.org) This is widely regarded as the Gold Standard in Instructor Training worldwide.
The cost per student is €350 and includes course attendance, exam and certification fees, AEA e-manual plus one-year membership to AEA. I will also be including a 12 month support and mentoring service with quarterly online meetings to assist with class programming, share success stories, ideas and to help with any concerns that instructors or facilities may have.
