Water Aerobics Instructor Training

To teach water aerobics, you will have to go through certain training and receive a certification. During your training, you will learn about class structure, equipment and kinesiology. Your certification does not have to be renewed once obtained.

The Basics

In your training to become a water aerobics instructor, you will learn the basics of what is required for a class, such as water depth and appropriate pool temperatures. Additionally, you will learn how to teach the class from the pool deck, which is better for the participants to hear and see you. To gain your certification as an instructor, you will need to obtain certification as a lifeguard and become CPR certified.

Kinesiology

Instructors will be taught the basics in kinesiology. Once completed you'll know the different muscle groups and how to work them, and have a good knowledge of target heart rate ranges as well as how to take a heart rate.

Class Equipment

You will be taught how to use different tools and equipment for water aerobics. Typical equipment used in water aerobics are water barbells, aqua steps, water belts, gyro joggers, hand webs, kickboards, water noodles, leg shapers and aqua grips,

References

• Shape Fit: Aqua Aerobics Training Requirements
• The Aquatic Exercise Association: Water Fitness Instructor