Level 2 Award in Instructing Water-Based Exercise
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The Level 2 Award in instructing Water-based Exercise is designed to provide learners with the knowledge and skills needed to plan, prepare and deliver safe but effective group water-based exercise sessions. Learners are taught the principles of instructing water-based exercise and how the properties of water can affect exercise. They will also learn the additional health and safety requirements that are needed for delivering sessions in a water-based environment.
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- Certification
- Course Progression
- Entry Requirments
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The aim of this qualification is to train learners, who already have knowledge and skills in fitness instruction, to a professionally competent level to plan and deliver safe and effective water-based (Aquafit) exercises and classes. Training includes:
- Plan a safe and effective water-based exercise sessions
- Benefits of water-based exercise
- Risks and hazards
- Environment
- Effects of thermoregulation
- Exercises in shallow and deep water
- Identify Equipment
- Types of Music
- Communication skills
Your course consists of Online Study and 1 practical Assessment Day or video submission of your practical session. You will complete your Learner Achievement Portfolio (LAP) and a practical assessment. Make sure you download and bring the Learner Achievement Portfolio we have sent you.
Your e-learning log-in will be sent to you within 3 working days of enrolment and your tutor will be in touch with you to welcome you personally to the course and help to plan your assessment date and time.
- Coursework/Project.
- Practical Demonstration/Assignment



- Active Level 2 Award in Instructing Water-based Exercise
- REPs recognised
- CIMSPA endorsed
Learners must hold a suitable Level 2 fitness instructing qualification, for example:
- Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Gym Instructing
- Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Group Training
- Active IQ Level 2 Certificate in Fitness Instructing
Some experience with water-based exercise is useful.