Aqua Instructor
Leading to CYQ Level 2 Fitness Instructing (Water based exercise)
“Water based exercise is an increasingly popular form of group work-out.”
Aqua training sessions offer a more gentle, non-impact alternative to gym and studio based workouts which make them ideal for older people and pregnant women.
However, you can’t just jump in at the deep end! Exercising in water is very different from exercising on dry land and specialist knowledge to coordinate aqua sessions is another skill that Studio Instructors may wish to add to their repertoire.
The Aqua course can be added to the Exercise to Music course for those wanting to teach effective water based group training sessions and studio sessions. If you are particularly interested in teaching specialist groups, Focus Training also offer Level 3 courses in Older Adult training and Ante and Post Natal training.
Why should I do this course?
This course will equip you with the tools to teach a safe, effective and fun water-based, group exercise session. It is for students wishing to become an Aqua Instructor or to expand their skills as an Exercise to Music instructor.
How is the course delivered?
After the initial two practical days, you will have four weeks to prepare and practise for the final practical assessment to which you are required to bring two class participants.
How will I be assessed?
Multiple choice theory exams
Home study workbook
Practical assessment – planning, teaching and evaluating a safe and effective aqua session
Please note that students are required to bring 2 class participants on their practical assessment date
What will I learn?
Unit 1
Anatomy and Physiology – Bones and joints, muscle and muscle actions, cardiorespiratory system, components of fitness, nutrition, and the nervous system
Unit 2
Principles of Exercise Fitness and Health – How the body adapts to regular physical activity and the benefits of a healthy lifestyle
Unit 3
Customer service – How to create a friendly environment to improve customer relations and adherence to a regular exercise regime. How to improve communication skills to build client rapport. The do’s and don’t’s of Customer Care
Unit 4
Health, Safety and Safeguarding – how to minimise the risks associated with a fitness environment, and ensure the well being of clients.
Unit 5
Water Based exercise Programming – Understand the principles of fitness programming for a variety of clients including pre natal, children aged over 14 years, healthy older adults, and clients with disabilities. Screening and risk factor identification. Learn the specific factors and considerations to plan water based exercise sessions
Unit 6
Instructing water based sessions – Learn how to teach free style, choreographed, progressive exercise sessions to group participants. Learn to use natural water resistance to add variety and intensity to your sessions. Learn how to use music and teaching styles to motivate your group.
What do I need?
Students must be aged 16 or older
What qualification will I receive?
CYQ Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing (Aqua Exercise to Music).
20 CPD REPs points.
