Aqua Fitness
Gain an understanding of the benefits of exercise in water. Aqua Fitness programmes are designed for people who can't participate in high impact sports and fitness; or simply for people who enjoy the fun atmosphere of an aqua fitness class. This type of exercise is ideal for anyone recovering from injury or illness and wishes to maintain or improve their fitness. It is also great for expectant mothers and the elderly can benefit from this type of exercise! Whether you are looking at studying this for leisure or would like to pursue a career in aquafitness as a teacher this course is perfect for you.
Students will learn about:
- How aquafitness activities differ from other fitness activities.
- The skills and knowledge to aid in the selection, use and management of equipment and facilities required for aqua fitness activities.
- A wide range of different aerobic and anaerobic movements that can be used in aquafitness programs.
- The principles underlying the design of an appropriate aqua fitness program.
- The aqua fitness training requirements of special needs groups.
- Learn and develope knowledge of the importance of the design and skills on how to deliver of appropriate aqua based programs to improve/maintain aerobic fitness.
- Skills that will enable better leadership of an aquafitness session.
Career Prospects
- Aqua Instructor
- Personal Aqua Aerobics Trainer
Course Delivery
This course is delivered 100% online. Upon enrolment students are issued with a log-in and password, providing access to OCA's e-learning centre. For a full demo of the OCA student experience from enrolment to graduation Click Here
Recognition & Accreditation
Upon successful completion of this course you will receive an OCA Certificate of Achievement in Aqua Fitness. There are no pre-requisites to this course.
Units of Study
This course has 7 units of study.
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1. Introduction
Definition of aqua fitness and therapy and how it differs from other fitness activities. Encompasses the different stages of a fitness session and the management of an aquatic center
2. Equipment and Facilities
The aim of this lesson is to gain the skills and knowledge which will aid in the selection, use and management and facilities required for aqua fitness activities. Includes pool position, design and depth, equipment required for aqua fitness activities, music and first aid requirements.
3. Types of Exercises
This lessons gives an understanding of the wide range of different aerobic and anaerobic movements that can be used in aqua aerobic programs. Lesson content includes stretching, aerobic and anaerobic principles and exercises in both shallow and deep water.
4. Hydrostatic and Hydrodynamic Principles
The aim of this lesson is to develop an understanding of the principles underlying the design of an appropriate aqua fitness program. Includes definitions of pressure, weight and body alignment in water, warming up, recovery and cool down.
5. Safety and Health
This lesson gives an understanding of the aqua fitness training requirements of special needs groups. Includes pregnancy, safety and health requirements, pre-exercise screening checklists, liability and legislation.
6. Program Design
This lesson provides skills in the design and delivery of appropriate aqua based programs to improve and maintain aerobic fitness. Includes program aims, warm up, the exercise body, recovery and cool down examples, as well as intensity levels.
7. Leading a Program
This lesson gives an understanding of skills to provide better leadership qualities during an aqua fitness session. Covers leadership concepts, teaching, communication, body language and student numbers.
How Long Does The Course Take?
This short course should take approximately 100 hours.
Each unit should take approximately 10-12 hours. Maximum 6 months access to this online course.
Course Costs
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Pay Now Cost$499
Payment Plan
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$50 Deposit
$50/Week for 12 Weeks
Total Payment Plan Cost $650
