Early Bird Price:
€210
Price:
€295
Price:
€2200
Aqua aerobics is more popular than ever. Fitness clubs and leisure centres are expanding their aquatic programmes because water-based exercise is enjoyable, effective, low-impact and accessible to a wide variety of participants.
It is an excellent training option for people who may not feel comfortable in a traditional gym environment but still want to improve their fitness, strength, mobility and confidence.
With PFS Aqua Aerobics®, instructors learn how to transform any suitable swimming pool into a dynamic group-fitness studio.
This course is ideal for:
Fitness instructors and personal trainers
Group-exercise instructors
Swimming instructors
Aqua instructors who want to update their skills
Leisure-centre and health-club employees
Fitness professionals looking for an additional qualification
Clubs wishing to introduce or expand aqua classes
Instructors who want to work with beginners, older adults and mixed-ability groups
No advanced swimming ability is required. However, participants must feel comfortable and confident in the pool environment and follow all venue safety requirements.
Water provides natural resistance while reducing stress on the joints. This makes aqua aerobics an effective and enjoyable form of exercise for a broad range of clients.
Aqua training can help participants:
Improve cardiovascular fitness
Strengthen the entire body
Develop balance and coordination
Improve mobility and functional movement
Exercise with less impact on the joints
Increase confidence and enjoyment of physical activity
Return to regular exercise gradually and safely
Participate at an intensity appropriate to their fitness level
Exercises can be adapted easily by changing speed, range of movement, direction, equipment and water depth.
Aqua aerobics can be adapted for:
Beginners
Older adults
People returning to exercise after a break
Participants living with overweight or obesity
People experiencing joint discomfort or reduced mobility
Clients with osteoporosis-related considerations
Pre- and post-natal participants with appropriate clearance
Participants returning after injury with appropriate professional clearance
Experienced clients looking for an effective total-body workout
By completing this programme, instructors can:
Add a popular specialist qualification to their professional portfolio
Deliver both shallow- and deep-water classes
Expand their employment opportunities
Teach in leisure centres, swimming pools, health clubs and hotels
Create inclusive classes for different ages and fitness levels
Improve their music, rhythm and group-coaching skills
Learn energy-saving pool-deck teaching techniques
Use aquatic equipment safely and creatively
Deliver freelance classes or join an established facility timetable
Build a loyal group of regular aqua participants.
Training your team in aqua aerobics can help your facility
Make better use of its swimming pool
Introduce additional classes to the weekly timetable
Attract new members who may not attend traditional gym classes
Improve services for older adults and beginners
Provide more inclusive and low-impact exercise options
Increase member engagement and retention
Develop a more versatile and confident fitness team
Improve staff availability and class-cover options
Create enjoyable programmes that encourage regular attendance
Aqua aerobics combines fitness, music, movement and the unique properties of water. It can be energetic and challenging or gentle and supportive, depending on the needs of the group.
Become a qualified PFS Aqua Aerobics® Instructor and learn how to deliver safe, motivating and memorable classes in both shallow and deep water.
This course is open for everyone who wants to improve their teaching skills and general knowledge in the field, walking the path of development and reach excellence.
One-Day Course Schedule (Updated)
Total Course Duration: 7.5 hours
(including a 1-hour practical skills assessment – 100% attendance required)
Additional Self-Study: 5–8 hours
Welcome and course objectives
Safety rules and professional standards
Principles and benefits of aqua aerobics
Target populations (seniors, pregnancy, rehabilitation, beginners)
Safe water-based warm-up techniques
Joint preparation and mobility
Using water resistance correctly
Injury prevention in aquatic exercise
Cardio and strength movements in water
Use of aqua equipment (noodles, resistance tools)
Shallow and deep water training
Modifications for:
injuries
osteoporosis
pregnancy
beginners and seniors
Physiology of exercising in water
Structure of a professional aqua class
Health and safety standards
Music, tempo (BPM) and class intensity
Types of aqua classes (cardio, strength, rehabilitation, seniors)
How to structure a full aqua workout
Motivation, cueing and group communication
Working with mixed-ability participants
Safe cooling down after training
Stretching techniques in water
Flexibility and recovery
Injury prevention
Each participant must demonstrate their ability to teach aqua aerobics safely and professionally.
Participants will:
This may include:
warm-up
main workout
or cool-down
correct posture and movement
safe exercise execution
effective cueing and communication
use of water resistance
ability to modify exercises for different abilities
How would you modify this for knee pain?
How do you reduce intensity for beginners?
Why is cool-down important in aqua classes?
Individual feedback
Final competency review
Certification awarded to participants who meet the required standard
Upon successful completion, participants will be able to:
Independently run safe and effective aqua aerobics classes
Adapt exercises for different fitness levels and medical conditions
Use Aqua equipment correctly.
Work professionally in leisure centres, fitness clubs, hotels, or as freelance aqua instructors
Demonstrate their teaching skills in a live, practical evaluation
On the day of the course, a practical exam is part of the certification process. The exam allows participants to demonstrate the skills and techniques learnt during training in a supportive and professional environment.
The day after the course, participants will receive an email with a feedback form.
Once the feedback form is completed, participants will receive access to download their official Certificate of Completion.
Please note: your responses on the feedback form do not affect your eligibility for certification — it is purely for course improvement purposes.
Each participant who actively participates in the course and completes the practical exam will be awarded a:
Certificate of Completion
4 CPD Points
However, a certificate will not be issued if a participant:
Fails to attend the full course,
Does not engage in the practical elements,
The student either violates safety protocols or displays inappropriate conduct during the course.
Any cases of misconduct or non-compliance will be reported directly to the club manager (if applicable).
Apply directly through our website.
Full payment is required in advance to secure your spot.
Full payment must be made at the time of registration to secure your spot.
The course fee includes training materials and all operational expenses.
The course fee is invoiced to the venue (club or studio).
Payment must be made at least one week before the course date to allow us to:
Prepare printed training materials
Organize trainer travel or accommodation if needed
Ensure smooth course delivery
The standard fee covers up to 10 participants.
Please contact us to confirm:
The number of attendees
Any special requirements
If price adjustments or customized arrangements are needed
Michael Doocey
General Manager, ProFi Fitness School
office@profi-fitness.ie
+353 860 723 820
