Aqua Instructor Training Program in Continuing Education

ANASTASIA SAMARA

ANASTASIA SAMARA Aristotle University of Thessaloniki

Keywords: aquatics, sport, physical education, continuing education

Abstract

Aquatic exercise is a contemporary and recent form of somatic exercise performed in aquatic environments, albeit not yet widely taught in undergraduate studies in Greece. Continuing education in adults is even more essential in the post-COVID era. The development of groundbreaking knowledge and the need for upgrading existing knowledge and skills has led to this innovative hybrid condition. The Center for Education and Lifelong Learning of Aristotle University of Thessaloniki offered a two-month aquatic training program to graduates of Physical Education. The attendees evaluated the continuous learning experience and the professional aspects of this educational program. The aim of this study was to address the factors essential for an adult educational program, specifically for instructors of aquatic exercise. The results were very promising as most of the students embraced the program, stating that it would be particularly useful for their future professional careers.

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