Aqua Exercise Instructor
SISSS00135
Category :
Aquatic Industry
Price (from) :
$500
Career Outcomes
- Aqua Exercise Instructor
Duration
- Course Length: 8 Hours
Course Length: 8 hours
To successfully complete the Aqua Exercise Instruction course, you must demonstrate the following practical skills, including but not limited to:
- 10-metre swim, followed by a 10-metre non-contact tow, moving a person through the water without touching them.
- 10-metre swim, followed by a 10-metre contact tow, safely supporting and moving the person while maintaining control.
This course is available as either face-to-face or as an online course, giving you the flexibility to choose the option that best suits your schedule and learning style. Both streams cover the same knowledge and practical requirements.
Regardless of the delivery mode you select, to complete the practical components of this course, you must have access to an aquatic facility.
Whether you’re an aquatic professional looking to upskill, a group fitness instructor adding water-based training to your toolkit, or someone who simply enjoys working in the pool, this course helps you develop the skills and confidence to lead safe, engaging and effective aqua fitness classes.
You’ll learn how to design sessions that make the most of water-based exercise, keep participants motivated, and adjust activities for different ages and fitness levels. With rescue skills included, you’ll also be prepared to manage safety and respond appropriately in real aquatic environments.
Units of Competency:
- SISFFIT038 – Plan group water-based exercise sessions
- SISFFIT039 – Instruct group water-based exercise sessions
- SISFFIT048 – Use anatomy and physiology knowledge to support safe and effective water exercise
- SISCAQU020 – Perform water rescues
- HLTWHS001 – Participate in workplace health and safety
To ensure a successful and effective learning experience, please review the following pre-requisites before submitting an application for enrolment in the Aqua Exercise Instructor.
- Hold a current and valid HLTAID011 Provide First Aid certificate or statement of attainment.
- Age: While there is no minimum age to enrol in and complete this course, aquatic industry guidelines recommend staff be at least 16 years of age.
- Eligibility: Candidates must be Australian or New Zealand citizens or hold an appropriate visa allowing them to undertake education. Please note: Ampd Academy is not a CRICOS provider and cannot enroll students on an international student visa.
- Technology & Preparation: You’ll need a smart device or computer with internet access to complete online and pre-course activities — including a quick quiz to help us confirm your enrolment and check if any support is needed before training begins.
- Physical Fitness: Participants must have a reasonable level of physical fitness and swimming proficiency. This is essential for safely and effectively performing the necessary aquatic skills