The Aquaholics Bootcamp

Joining us from across the pond are TWO very special guests, Lynda Keane & Haylley Pittam, co-founders of the UK-based Aquatic Rehabilitation and Exercise Academy, otherwise known as A.R.E.A. This mother-daughter duo with a combined 45 years experience and higher education in aquatic fitness offer their insight on everything from injury prevention and soft-tissue therapy to pre/post natal programming and the importance of proper pelvic care.

After trying out a S'WET class for himself, skeptical he would break a sweat let alone love the workout, NYC based DeJuan Lewis became AEA certified, and started teaching aquatic fitness classes shortly after. DeJuan credits his experiences as an actor, musician, and behavioral coach to strengthening his skills as an instructor.

Sharlie Peterson is the creator of Shockwave Aqua Fitness in Topeka, Kansas. She has been an aquatic fitness instructor since 2017 and is currently teaching at Shawnee County Parks & Rec and GreatLIFE Fitness Facilities, where she also serves as the Group Fitness Coordinator. After being diagnosed with a rare stomach disease, Sharlie turned to aqua fitness and lost tremendous weight, but also gained incredible clarity to battle issues with self esteem and depression.

Craig Yaniglos is the Chief Financial Officer for a public school district in Northeast Ohio, as well as an Aquatic Training Specialist for the AEA. Craig joins us to share some creative tips for aquatic fitness facilities struggling with their budgets to help raise money and awareness for their communities. We also discuss how investing in specialized programming can draw new participants and memberships to a facility.

Adrienne Poullas is the Aquatic Coordinator of the Hubbard Community Pool in Hubbard, Ohio. She shares her aquatic fitness journey from a student to instructor and now her dream job, as director of the facility. Adrienne also explains how aqua fitness helped her lose 50 pounds after her second pregnancy and why she recommends the aquatic environment for all expectant mothers.

Katrien Lemahieu is the founder of Kataqua, an aquatic educational institute in the Netherlands. She also co-developed popular aquatic programs like BioExercise and HydroRevolution. As an international presenter, Katrien joined us to discuss how aquatic fitness differs across the globe and why finding your passion to teach is crucial for a successful career.

Joining us today is Mark Grevelding, founder of Fitmotivation, the incredible online video and streaming resource for aquatic fitness instructors as well as PoolFit, a brand new app that allows consumers to easily download aqua workouts and use them poolside. Mark joins us to discuss his journey in the fitness industry over the last 25 years and why he believes if you're currently just a land instructor, why you should think twice about  cross-training in the water.

Joining us today is Katy Coffey, Senior Director of Aquatics for the YMCA of Greater Boston, and an aquatic fitness instructor for over 20 years. Katy joins us to discuss the power behind word choice, and how combating the stigmas of aquatic fitness starts by re-evaluating your class names. She also shared exciting news about the upcoming launch of a brand new format she's developed using HIIT and mixed martial arts along with aqua combat gloves!  

Joining the program is the first ever certified S'WET™ instructor, Christopher LaCour. Chris has been an aquatic instructor and personal trainer for the last 7 years, as well as a professional vocal coach and actor in New York City. He stopped by the Aquaholics Bootcamp to explain how he's staying healthy and happy during this pandemic and offer examples of instructor self-care you can do from home.

Joining us today is Ashley Bishop, a Continuing Education Provider for Group Fitness Instructors and an Aquatic Training Specialist with the AEA, a Zumba Jammer for Zumba Fitness and she leads her own workshops under her company BagelFit! Jenni Lynn and AJ learn what time management techniques Ashley uses to remain focused on her goals, especially during these uncertain times.

In our very first episode, the creator of S'WET, Jenni Lynn Patterson LaCour and social media manager and podcast partner A.J. Meyers join forces to discuss all things aqua!