This conference is for anyone interested in aquatic fitness! Recertify current WaterART qualifications, add a specialty qualification to your resume and learn new trends in aquatic fitness by attending the second weekend only. Certify to become an Aquatic Fitness Instructor by attending both weekends.
Once you have registered on eFUN, attendees will be contacted by WaterART to choose their workshop sessions. Attendees will select their first, second and third choice of workshop session per timeslot.
Recertify current WaterART qualifications, upgrade to a specialty certification, earn continuing education credits towards other certifying programs or just come for the love of aquatic fitness.
Register on eFUN by using barcode 4167132.
To become certified as an Aquatic Fitness Instructor, register for the Aquatic Fitness Instructor Certification and Conference course combination. The course begins the weekend of September 9 and wraps up with the conference on the weekend of September 16. Exams will be held after the conference.
Register on eFUN by using barcode 4167123.
For help registering, call the City of Toronto’s Client Services at 416-396-7378.
Two specialty certifications are being offered during the conference.
Let WaterART know you want to upgrade to a specialty certification when you are contacted after registering for the conference.
Certification materials, study guide questions, laminated cards and exams are not included in the fees. The certification home study materials will be available at a preferred rate when you register for the conference. Contact WaterArt for additional information
To receive the specialty certification, you must attend at least four sessions – three in water and one on land. Additional sessions may be required and session requirements are subject to change.
Schedule is subject to change.
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| 8:15 to 8:50 a.m. | Registration and Networking |
| 9 to 9:45 a.m. | Keynote Speaker: Tips to progress your programs with and without equipment |
| 10 to 11 a.m. | Day 1 Session 1. Choose one of the following:
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| 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. | Day 1 Session 2. Choose one of the following:
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| 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. | Lunch and networking |
| 1:15 to 2:15 p.m. | Day 1 Session 3. Choose one of the following:
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| 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. | Day 1 Session 4. Choose one of the following:
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| 3:45 to 4:45 p.m. | Day 1 Session 5. Choose one of the following:
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| Time | Activity |
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| 8:15 to 8:50 a.m. | Registration and Networking |
| 9 to 9:45 a.m. | Keynote Speaker: Shallow and Deep H2O |
| 9:45 to 11 a.m. | Day 2 Session 1.
Holiday Theme Class: Keep your classes interesting, relevant and moving (this is a combo Shallow and Deep H2O class) |
| 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. | Day 2 Session 2. Choose one of the following:
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| 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. | Lunch and networking |
| 1:15 to 2:15 p.m. | Day 2 Session 3. Choose one of the following:
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| 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. | Day 2 Session 4. Choose one of the following:
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| 3:34 to 4:45 p.m. | Day 2 Session 5. Choose one of the following:
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Mind-body does not need to be about relaxation. Develop techniques while focussing on proper posture to work and strengthen the core.
Investigate the most common types of arthritis to design the appropriate type of class. Learn how to modify and progress exercises using pain free range of motion.
Create and develop variations and cardio combinations to keep your classes energized and at a high intensity.
Take it up a notch! Use deep water as a tool to increase intensity and challenge participants at an advanced level.
Learn how to create a comprehensive boot camp water program by using different types of equipment and cross-training techniques.
Maximize muscle interval training sets to get the most out of your boot camp workout.
Learn how equipment can take your class to the next level with this advanced workout.
Set the tone for your program no matter what type of class it is. Tips and tricks to be successful at the beginning of a program and finish as a winner!
Learn to move through the water with a variety of walking patterns and progressions to improve core strength posture and balance.
Investigate common movement disorders (CMDs) including Parkinson’s disease, Multiple Sclerosis and strokes so you can design programs suitable for these conditions.
Learn how to incorporate balance and posture retraining, as well as gait training to assist your participants with muscular strengthening, flexibility and agility.
Reaching, bending and stretching – learn how to incorporate necessary functional exercises to aid with your clients’ activities of daily living (ADLs).
Learn exercises and techniques to stand tall with good form and posture while adding the challenge of deep water for a more intense workout.
Learn how to use progressions and deep water to make the most of your muscle conditioning workout.
This workshop explores aquatic running in deep water with a high-intensity interval training system (HIITS).
Challenge all the muscles in your body and moves in your repertoire by going from deep to shallow water using the ultimate tool – the noodle!
Learn how to instruct a deep water aquatic fitness class using buoyancy belts.
Learn how to modify and progress exercises as well as vary their intensity in deep water to meet the needs of a multi-level arthritis water exercise program.
A master class – all of the conference presenters teach a portion of this workshop to show the various ways they instruct shallow and deep combination classes to keep everyone moving and having fun!
Make the connection to create a powerful program, incorporating the age old principles and techniques involved in yoga, Pilates and Tai Chi, while using the healing properties of water.
Build important parent/child bonds by focusing on basic skills, social interaction and physical coordination all the while having fun!
Learn how to combine music and movement to engage children while keeping the parent moving purposefully.
Learn strategies to integrate moms to be in regular aquatic programs or to create specific pre and postnatal programming.
Explore how water supports the body of the expectant parent in both deep and shallow water. Create a great workout and explore the contraindications and how to avoid them.
Take an in depth look at creating lesson plans to teach combination shallow and deep classes and be successful. Discuss common issues and pitfalls, and discover tips and tricks and how to avoid them, to help your participants achieve their fitness goals.
Make your class a success! Show your leadership skills and keep your participants engaged and focused organically taking positive control of your class.