Aquatic Programming for Pregnancy & Postpartum


By: Aquatic Exercise Association

$59.95
without CE $40.00

Successful completion of the quiz is necessary to receive Continuing Education Credit.

Approved for:

0.4 (Category D) Action Personal Training Certification (ACTION)
4.0 Aquatic Exercise Association (AEA)
4.0 American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
0.4 Aquatic Therapy & Rehab Institute (ATRI)
2.0 National Council on Strength & Fitness (NCSF)
0.5 National Federation of Professional Trainers (NFPT)
4.0 National Strength Professionals Association (NSPA)
0.4 Council on Prof. Stand. Kinesiotherapy (COPS-KT)
4.0 YMCA
4.0 World Instructor Training Schools (W.I.T.S.)
4.0 International Sports Sciences Association (ISSA)

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Education Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Prerequisites: None
Target Audience: Aquatic Fitness Professional, Group Fitness, Personal Trainer

Course Description:

The aquatic environment is a beautiful place for a woman to exercise comfortably while pregnant, and to regain strength and stamina after birth. Research clearly indicates the benefits of aquatic exercise during and after pregnancy. This course reviews physical changes and exercise recommendations for the pregnant client. Guidelines for class planning, safe equipment use, and a sample class are included. Learn how to safely accommodate pregnant clients in all aquatic fitness applications.

Here is what one reviewer had to say:
"I taught prenatal exercise for 4 years in a hospital based program and during that time studied literature, watched videos, and attended workshops about teaching prenatal exercise classes. I found this instructional material to be inclusive of important information to successful and safe prenatal instruction."
 - M N Cook. Memphis, TN.

Course Objectives:

By reviewing and studying this course you will:
  • be aware of legal concerns for pregnancy.
  • understand the natural changes associated with pregnancy.
  • be aware of the recommended exercise guidelines for pregnant women.
  • be aware of the potential benefit and risks of exercise for this population.
  • understand how to plan a class for this population.
  • look for and recognize individual special considerations.

ISBN# 978-0-9842758-7-8

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