Aqua Based Exercise Courses
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YMCA Aqua Based Exercise Instructor
The YMCA Level 2 Award in Water-Based Exercise is a nationally recognised qualification for individuals aged 16+ looking to lead aqua aerobics or other pool-based fitness sessions.
A Level 2 Fitness Instructor qualification is required (or completion of an anatomy and physiology course).
The course covers planning, delivering, and adapting safe and effective aquatic sessions, and is recognised by the Register of Exercise Professionals (REPs). It offers career opportunities in leisure centres, gyms, and schools, with pathways to further qualifications such as personal training or yoga.
Completing this course will earn you 10 CIMSPA Points.
The cost for this course is £270.
Additional Anatomy & Physiology Course £100.
When booking your course you will need to attend the mandatory theory day and one of the available options for assessment.
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All of our Aqua Based Exercise Courses are available to book with a payment plan to spread the cost.
Aqua Based Exercise Instructor
Downham Health & Leisure Centre, 7-9 Moorside Rd, Bromley BR1 5EW
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Not a Fitness Instructor? No Problem!
If you haven’t yet met this requirement, you can add our Anatomy & Physiology Course for just £100.
This comprehensive course will equip you with the essential knowledge needed to progress with confidence and meet the entry criteria.
Downham Health & Leisure Centre, 7-9 Moorside Rd, Bromley BR1 5EW
- 10th August in person Theory