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June 21-22 2008
Register early because there is limited space in some sessions

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Healing Waters: Aquatic Post Rehabilitation Training & Certification

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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."

Canada West

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Available now from CALA, the Pool Sound System that will meet all your needs. Instruct from the pool or deck without removing your microphone.

Canada East / International training schedule (pdf)
Canada West training schedule (pdf)
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If the session you are looking for is not available, consider hosting an educational event (Foundation Course, Specialty Course, Aqua Post-Rehab Course, Workshop or Conference).

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"CALA Educational Events are eligible for credits towards LSS (Lifesaving Society) Instructor Re-certification - Professional Development "

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"Exclusively Water" CALA Conferences Contact CALA if you would like to: present, be a guest speaker, have a vendor booth, be a conference volunteer or provide delegate insert information. 2008 CALA Conferences Kitchener, ON. June 21 & 22 Details and Registration Canada East 2008 - Dates to be announced United Kingdom 2008 - Dates to be announced Canada West 2008 - Dates to be announced Register early as spaces are limited in some sessions
Canada West
Educational Events & CECs	Location & Trainer(s)	Date(s) & Time(s)	Description & Registration
Courses			back to top
Aquafitness Leadership Training: Foundation Course CECs 12 credits per part earned if course repeated as a refresher			Should your facility host a CALA Event? Call the CALA office to find out how!
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Vertical Water Training and Group Aquafitness	Kamloops BC, Canada Games Aquatic Centre Trainer Charlene Kopansky	VWT: Apr 25–27 GAF: May 23–25	Registration Click here to download VWT Registration form Click here to download GAF Registration form
Vertical Water Training and Group Aquafitness	Lethbridge AB University of Lethbridge Trainers: Michelle McLaren (n picture available) & Debbie Palmer (no picture available)	VWT: Jun. 6-8 GAF: Jun. 13-16	Registration - Contact CALA for registration details
Vertical Water Training and Group Aquafitness	Prince Rupert BC, Earl Mah Rec Ctre, Trainer Charlene Kopansky	VWT: Fall 2008 GAF: fall 2008	Registration - Contact CALA for registration details
If you are interested in hosting any of the workshops or courses offered by CALA or have a special request, please contact CALA
Workshops - Earn CECs			back to top
CALA offers an extensive list of Aqua Workshops. Take a few minutes to view the list and then contact CALA if you see a workshop of interest. Consider hosting one of these workshops at your facility or in conjunction with another facility			Should your facility host a CALA Event? Call the CALA office to find out how!
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Workshop Knee & Hip Challenges	Prince Rupert BC Earl Mah Rec. Centre Trainer Leah Widynowski (no picture available)	Sep. 25	Contact CALA for registration details
Workshop Special Populations	Prince Rupert BC Earl Mah Rec. Centre Leah Widynowski (no picture available)	Sep. 26	Contact CALA for registration details
If you are interested in hosting any of the workshops or courses offered by CALA or have a special request, please contact CALA
Specialty Training Courses - Earn CECs			back to top
Aqua Jogging CECs 6 Aqua Natal CECs 6 Aqua Older Adult CECs 6 Aqua Kickbox CECs 6 CALA Healing Waters CEC's 20 Post Aquatic Rehabilitation Program Descriptions: - Compulsory - Aquatic Post Rehabilitation Prep Course - Aqua Arthritis, Joint Replacement and Selected Joint Disorders Specialty Course.			Should your facility host a CALA Event? Call the CALA office to find out how!
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Aqua Kickbox	Location and Facility TBA	Dates TBA	Registration Contact CALA to be wait listed
Pre/Post Natal	Location and Facility TBA	Dates TBA	Registration Contact CALA to be wait listed
Water Running/Aqua Jogging	Location and Facility TBA	Dates TBA	Registration Contact CALA to be wait listed
Older Adult	Location and Facility TBA	Dates TBA	Registration Contact CALA to be wait listed
Healing Waters Program	Kamloops BC Canada Games Aquatic Centre Trainer: To be announced	Spring 2008 – Dates to be announced	Registration Contact CALA to be wait listed
Water/Aqua Personal Training	Location and Facility TBA	Dates TBA	Registration Contact CALA to be wait listed
Water/Aqua Kids	Location and Facility TBA	Dates TBA	Registration Contact CALA to be wait listed
If you are interested in hosting any of the workshops or courses offered by CALA or have a special request, please contact CALA
If you are interested in hosting any of the workshops or courses offered by CALA or have a special request, please contact CALA
All Registrations are handled by CALA, unless otherwise stated.
Continuing Education Credits (CECs)			back to top
CALA educational events including courses, workshops and convention are recognized through an accreditation process by provincial, national and international organizations. Credits are granted through an application process which is specific to each organization. By attending a CALA event you have an opportunity to earn credits with the organizations listed on the CEC page (our affiliations are not limited to those listed).

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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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