Arthritis Aqua Foundation Training - July 21-22

July 21 - 22, 2012 Aquatic Program Instructor Certification Training Location: YMCA of Greater Whittier, 15740 E. Starbuck Street, Whittier, CA 90603. Saturday, July 21, 2012: YISA Certification, 1:30pm - 6:30pm Sunday, July 22, 2012: Aquatics Training, 8:45am - 6:30pm Training pre-requisites: · Be able to swim 25 yards using any stroke without stopping; jump into deep water, surface, & tread water for 1 minute; perform the recovery position from face up/face down in shallow and deep water · Be certified in CPR and either: Basic Water Rescue, YISA, or Lifeguard · Be willing to commit to teaching at least one class series per year (must teach six class sessions within six months to become certified) · Have an affiliation with a facility approved by the Arthritis Foundation · Have experience/education in health, water exercise or fitness field · Personal or professional experience working with people with arthritis or disabilities For details, please refer to the application packet: YISA Training * AQUATICS Training

Deep Water Ideas from AEA

Need more deep water ideas to add to your classes? Check out these new short videos from AEA!!

Karen Westfall - Power Water Workout (Shallow)

Need some Monday class inspiration? Take a look at this Karen Westfall clip. While it is not new moves, it may help get your creative juices flowing.