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"The Foundations of Vertical Water Training - The Kopansky Method Pre-Requisite Course and the Group Aqua Fitness Specialty Training and Certification Course have been launched in Ontario and Alberta thus far. All other provinces continue to use the CALA Combined Foundations of Fitness Theory and Aquafitness Leadership Training Course, Part 1 & Part 2. Any person who has completed the CALA Combined Foundations course, is not required to complete the Vertical Water Training Course or the Group Aqua Fitness Specialty Course."

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Certification Means Complete Qualifications 

Certification · Re-certification  · Petition CECS 

CALA Certified, Clearly Qualified

CALA Continuing Education Credits
(8 hours of CECs annually, one hour = one CEC)

How to gather CALA CECs: Attend workshops, specialty courses, conferences Sample workshops you can look forward to: Aqua Abdominals; Bridging and Linking; Aqua Arms; Aqua Natal; Cardiac Rehab; Aqua Arthritis; Sensational Suspended Cardio; Winning Aqua Warm Ups; Aqua Choreography; Maximizing the Aquafitness Workout; Applied Anatomy; Aqua Circuit; Aquatic Interval Training ... Aqua Cycling; Water Running/Jogging; Aqua Kick Box; and many more

Certification dates are listed on the Upcoming page. 

Pictured is Summerside, Prince Edward Island, Councillor Barry Chappell presenting Canadian Aquafitness Leadership Alliance (CALA) Certificates to Barb McNeill and Lori Wedge.  Both recently passed their certification testing.  CALA is an organization dedicated to providing high quality training, certification and communication network for aquafitness leaders and aquatic rehabilitation specialists around the world.  Both McNeill and Wedge agree that aquafitness classes are an excellent physical activity suitable for people of all ages and fitness levels.  Aquafitness classes are low impact as the water cushions muscles and joints, the water offers multidirectional resistance and each individual can adapt the workout to change the intensity to suit individual needs.  Aquafitness classes develop coordination, balance, cardiovascular conditioning, flexibility, muscular strength and endurance. 

Certification

  • To obtain your certification you must complete the theoretical and practical exams with a minimum mark of 75% for that specific course. 
  • Details about each course's certification requirements is included within each course description.

CALA Certification

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Certifications
There are no scheduled dates at this time. If you are ready to take your certification please contact CALA to arrange dates and location in your area.

Canada Contact CALA 416-751-9823 or 1-888-751-9823 cala_aqua@mac.com
 United Kingdom Contact Linda Kanninen B.A. (Hons) PCET, Cert. Ed Phone: 07766448066 (Wales) e mail: linda@bubble-it.net

CALA Foundations of Vertical Water Training:
Pre-requisite course- Compulsory for all specialty courses
Theory Exam
• Open Book Theory Exam : 2.5 hours

CALA Group Aqua Fitness:
Assignment
• Must be submitted to CALA assessor, prior to practical assessment

Practical Assessment
• Teach a 30 minute mini-aqua fitness class including warm up; workout (cardio and muscle conditioning) and stretch cool down

CALA Aqua Jogging & Water Running:
Theory Exam
– Open Book Theory Exam & Case Study: 1.5 hours

Practical Assessment
• Teach a 30 minute mini water running / aqua jogging class including warm up; workout and stretch cool down

CALA Pre/Post Aqua Natal:
Theory Exam
• Open Book Theory Exam: 1.5 hours

Practical Assessment
- Teach a 30 minute mini aqua natal class including warm up; workout and stretch cool down

CALA Aqua Kick Box:
Theory Assignment
• Submit assignment to assessor before completing practical assessment

Practical Assessment
• Teach a 30 minute mini aqua kick box including warm up; workout and stretch cool down

CALA Aqua for Older Adults
• (Currently under revision)

CALA Aqua Kids
• (Currently in development)

CALA Aqua Personal Training
• (Currently in development)

CALA Healing Waters Program

a) CALA Healing Waters Program: Introduction to Aquatic Post Rehabilitation:
Theory Exam
• Open Book Theory Exam & Case Study : 1.5 hours

b) CALA Healing Waters Program: Aqua Arthritis and Joint Disorders:
Theory Exam
• Open Book Theory Exam & Case Study: 1.5 hours

c) CALA Healing Waters Program: Aqua Arthritis and Joint Disorders:
Practical Assessment
• Teach a 30 minute mini aqua arthritis class including warm up; workout and stretch cool down

d) CALA Healing Waters Program: Aqua Back and Whiplash:
• (Currently in development)

e) CALA Healing Waters Program: Aqua Sports Injury:
• (Currently in development)

f) CALA Healing Waters Program: Aqua Multiple Sclerosis:
• (Currently in development)

g) CALA Healing Waters Program: Aqua Cancer
• (Currently in development)

h) CALA Healing Waters Program: Aqua Post Cardiac Rehab:
• (Currently in development)

i) CALA Healing Waters Program: Aqua Post and Brain Injury:
• (Currently in development)

j) CALA Healing Waters Program: Aqua Osteoporosis:
• (Currently in development)

k) CALA Healing Waters Program: Aqua Post Burn:
• (Currently in development)

l) CALA Healing Waters Program: Aqua Degenerative Neuromuscular Conditions (Muscular Dystrophy and Parkinsons):
• (Currently in development)

The Foundations of Vertical Water Training (VWT) Course is 20 hours in length and sets the stage for you to choose one or more specialty certifications. Refer to the above is a flow chart.

Once the VWT course and an open book theory exam are completed, you are eligible to proceed to the specialty certification of your choice. Most people choose to get their certification in Group Aqua Fitness. This is another 20 hour course and in order to achieve certification as a GAF instructor, you will need to do a 30 minute practical assessment (a mini class) and complete an assignment.

The costs are as follows:

1. CALA membership fees: $49 annual fee + tax VWT 20 hour Course, Manual and Exam Fees: $249 + tax 
    plus a manual shipping fee of $15 + gst for the VWT manual
3. GAF 20 hour Course, Manual, Assignment and Practical Assessment Fees: $254 + tax 
   plus a manual shipping fee of $10+ gst for the GAF manual
   Note: tax is the GST only

Once you are CALA certified you will need to do the following:

1) Maintain your membership status on an annual basis ($49)
2) Attend 8 hours of workshops or other specialty courses. Note: If you attend more than 8 hours of workshops, you can bank your extra credits (CECs) and use them for future recertification. You never lose the credits that you earn. If you are unable to attend workshops or a conference, you can petition for CECs by completing a "tele-class" or by attending other events that are related to fitness
3) Pay a recertification fee of $15 annually

CALA is an international, educational organization with a mandate to provide high quality training, certification and access to current information for its members and others in the active living community. 

Re-certification

To maintain certification status you must meet the following criteria:

  • Current CALA member, in good standing
  • Gather a minimum of eight CALA CEC's before re-certification date
  • Conduct a specified number of post aquatic therapy sessions per year (ie. Aqua Arthritis classes)
  • Pay an annual re-certification fee. Refer to the fee schedule (pdf format)

Petitioning CEC's

Note: In the event that the necessary number of credits are not collected before the certification expiry date, the candidate can petition for credits. This means, CALA will review documentation submitted by the candidate that proves attendance at educational events that enhance knowledge related to aquatic post rehabilitation. There is a petition fee applicable

 

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CALA exceeds Provincial and National Standards and Guidelines for Aquafitness and Related Leadership Training Courses and Certification.
Credits are granted for CALA courses, workshops and conferences with many provincial, national and international organizations.

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