ASA Teacher Certificate NVQ II
Principles Of Aquafit
Effects and Use Of Buoyancy and Resistance
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Reduction in the effect of gravity affording a possible increase in
the range of movement and reduced impact.
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Awareness of different levels of individual buoyancy and gaining stability
in water.
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Constant resistance to movement, especially useful for muscle toning.
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Variable exercise effected by personal performance, use of equipment
and speed of movement used in conjunction with progressional practises.
Movement In The Water Including The Balance and Pace Of Exercise
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Balance in terms of utilisation of all major muscle groups.
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Variation in the pace of exercise to meet the desired effects and needs
of the individual and group.
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Safety considerations.
Factors Influencing Safe Exercise In Water
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Age of participants.
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Fitness level of participants.
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Movement ability of the participants.
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Accurate performance of exercise to achieve the desired effect on the
body "Quality Before Quantity".
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Stability of the base prior to and during exercise.
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Depth of water.
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Pace of working.
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Balance of the session.
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