Other fantastic packages & options.

We are the first to identify there are situations in the aquatic industry where you are required to wear more than one hat. Therefore we have the flexibility to be able to save you time and money by offering swimming courses as combinations.

·         Aquatics InstructorImage being a learn to swim, school swimming & aquarobics instructor all in one. This package combines the general austswim, aqua instructor, and first aid and resuscitation courses.  $750

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·         Life-guards packages - Combine Senior first aid, Bronze medallion, Pool Lifeguard and Receptions Duties. $450  Click to enroll online

·         Junior Life Guard Package - Combine Aquatic facilities kiosk training, resuscitation and bronze medallion courses.  $280

·         Admin Assistant Package - Stay dry with this one. Resuscitation course with Aquatic facilities kiosk and reception training. $150

All aquatic combination and packages can be tailored to suit the individuals need with payment plans available.  Call us now on 32902725 or 0407969975 to discuss your most suitable arrangements.

 

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Aqua Instructor Certificate Course

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Aqua Instructor Certificate

Aqua Exercise is a growing rapidly as a popular form of exercise and aquatic activity.  Water exercise offers benefits for all ages and fitness levels. Participating in Aqua classes can increases aerobic fitness, assists with weight loss and injury rehabilitation and is a main form of post match exercise.

 

The Aqua Instructor Certificate trains fitness leaders to develop and conduct safe and effective aqua exercise programs for the general community.  The competency standards which form the basis for this course are from the Fitness and Community Recreation Training Packages. 

 

The Aqua Instructor Certificate has been designed to provide a systematic approach to designing, delivering and evaluating water based exercise sessions for low risk participants.

 

Pre-requisite - There are no pre-requisites to attend the course however we recommend that you have participated in and observed a minimum of three aqua exercise classes and completed the observation CD and assessment prior to attending the course. The Fitness Industry registering bodies require the completion of a Certificate III in Fitness for full certification and registration.

 

Insurance - There are several insurance companies who will insure instructors holding the Aqua Instructor Certificate without the full Certificate III in Fitness

Course Duration - 40 hours including face to face contact and take home assignments 

 

Certification - On successful completion of this Aqua course participants will receive a Statement of Attainment for the following unit towards a Certificate III in Fitness:  SRF AQA 001B Instruct water based fitness classes for the general population & SRC AQU 008B Apply the principles of movements in water to aquatic activities

 

Course Content - The Aqua Exercise Leader’s Certificate consists of both theoretical and practical components including:

 

·         Develop and prepare a plan for a water based fitness class

·         Aqua science and hydrodynamic principles

·         Display expertise in instructing water based fitness classes

·         Effective use of music in the aqua exercise class

·         Aqua exercise for specific populations

·         Water safety techniques for the aqua exercise leader.

 

Assessment - All assessment components must be completed within 6 months of the module commencement date. The following components must be satisfactorily completed prior to certification:

 

·         Provide observation checklists on three aqua aerobic sessions from CD

·         design three lesson plans

·         design and deliver a 30-minute aqua exercise session

·         Provide video or DVD of a 45 – 60 minute class you have planned and conducted.

·         complete and submit an open book assessment at the practical sessions

·         Provide evidence of a current cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) award.

Fee - $390.00(GST Exempt)