On Saturday, October 19th and Sunday October 20th, 2019, YWCA of Asheville Aquatics will host a two-day training workshop for new and existing water cardio instructors! This foundational program will provide you with a complete overview of how to facilitate a safe, effective and enjoyable general group exercise program. You will experience both theory (classroom) and practical (pool) applications to build a well-balanced program. This includes exercise to target the cardiovascular system as well as balance the body with stretching, strengthening, balance and posture exercises.

Workshop dates and times: 9 am - 6 pm on Saturday, October 19th and 8 am - 4 pm on Sunday, October 20th at YWCA's Aquatics Center at 185 S. French Broad Ave, Asheville, NC 28801.

Go HERE for more information and to register, or contact Kitty Schmidt, Aquatics Director, at 828.254.7206 x115 or kschmidt@ywcaofasheville.org with questions. 

This training is being offered through WaterART Fitness International. The cost for this 16-hour training and certification for first time instructors is:

• $260 for early-bird WaterART Professional members

• $289 for regular WaterART Professional members

• $289 early-bird non-members and

• $309 for regular non-members.

For re-certifying instructors:

• $199 for early-bird WaterART Professional members

• $219 for regular WaterART Professional members

• $219 early-bird non-members and

• $239 for regular non-members

Certified instructors can also take the Saturday and Sunday workshops individually for 8 CEC hours each day.

Go HERE for more information and to register, or contact Kitty Schmidt, Aquatics Director, at 828.254.7206 x115 or kschmidt@ywcaofasheville.org with questions.