The 2 AQUASOMA® courses and the 4 other learning activities in the AQUASOMA® Essentials Specialists training
AQUASOMA® Intro
The Aquasoma® Intro course spans two days and immerses participants in the basic principles and techniques of Aquasoma®. The course provides a safe and inspiring learning environment.
The focus of the course is on mobilising the cervical and dorsal spine, freeing the breath, and relieving tension in the back.
Course format:
- blended training (~ 2 days in-person), plus online learning materials and self-directed at-home activities
- alternatively: fully online training
Number of credits: 1 AECS
Prerequisites: none, open to everybody
AQUASOMA® Foundation
By the end of this module you will be able to deliver a comprehensive Aquasoma® session focused on the mental and physical well-being of your recipient, with a specific focus on techniques that facilitate the self-regulation of the central nervous system to calm excessive mental activity.
By the end of this module you will be able to deliver a comprehensive Aquasoma® session focused on the mental and physical well-being of your recipient, with a specific focus on techniques that facilitate the self-regulation of the central nervous system to calm excessive mental activity.
The Aquasoma® Foundation course prepares you to deliver a comprehensive session that promotes the mental and physical well-being of your receiver. The program focuses on techniques that facilitate self-regulation of the central nervous system to calm excess mental activity. At the physical level, we focus on improving the mobility of the spine and extending the work to the upper and lower limbs. The result for the recipient is an experience of profound calm and tranquility.
Course format: blended training (5-6 days in-person), plus online learning materials and self-directed at-home activities
Number of credits: 2.6 AECS
Prerequisites:
- Aquasoma® Intro course in hybrid mode (in presence + online) successfully completed
- alternatively: fully online Aquasoma® Intro course and approval by an instructor
AQUASOMA® Essentials Private Class
By the end of this module you will be able to deliver a comprehensive Aquasoma® session focused on the mental and physical well-being of your recipient, with a specific focus on techniques that facilitate the self-regulation of the central nervous system to calm excessive mental activity.
By the end of this module you will be able to deliver a comprehensive Aquasoma® session focused on the mental and physical well-being of your recipient, with a specific focus on techniques that facilitate the self-regulation of the central nervous system to calm excessive mental activity.
The private class is a one-on-one class with an Assistant Instructor or an Instructor to assess your level of competence, clarify doubts and hone your skills in preparation for the next steps of your training.
You can take a private lesson at any time during the training and we strongly recommend that you do so.
However, it is mandatory to take at least one private class and receive a positive evaluation before registering for the Aquasoma® Essentials Specialist exam.
You will receive a positive assessment once you have demonstrated mastery of all required content, performing it according to the minimum quality standards set by the Aquasoma® program.
At the end of this private lesson you will have a very detailed list of actions to improve your skills and technique and achieve the level of proficiency required to pass the Aquasoma® Essentials Specialist exam.
Course format: face-to-face training (*) and self-managed activities at home
(*) The minimum duration is one and a half hours, but you may need more time, distributed over several sessions, to meet the required quality standards.
Number of credits: 0.1 AECS
Prerequisites: having completed any Aquasoma® course.
Practicum AQUASOMA®
By the end of this module you will be able to deliver a comprehensive Aquasoma® session focused on the mental and physical well-being of your recipient, with a specific focus on techniques that facilitate the self-regulation of the central nervous system to calm excessive mental activity.
By the end of this module you will be able to deliver a comprehensive Aquasoma® session focused on the mental and physical well-being of your recipient, with a specific focus on techniques that facilitate the self-regulation of the central nervous system to calm excessive mental activity.
These are free (unpaid) practice sessions for you to exercise and explore in a friendly context with the complete set of skills you acquired during Aquasoma® courses.
By practising with fellow students you will take advantage of receiving their detailed feedback.
Obligatory:
To complete the Aquasoma® Intro course: minimum 4 practices with at least 2 volunteers of your choice. In any case no more than 2 practices with the same model.
To complete the Aquasoma® Foundation course: minimum 6 practices with at least 3 volunteers of your choice. In any case no more than 2 practices with the same model.
Course format: one-on-one practice (45 min per session)
Number of credits: included in the Intro module 0.20 AECS, in the Foundation 0.30 AECS
Prerequisites: having completed any Aquasoma® course.
AQUASOMA® experience sessions
Sessions you must receive from a Professional who will give you the opportunity to experience for yourself what you will soon be offering to your clients/patients.
Obligatory: 2 sessions to be received from qualified Aquasoma® Specialists (or, where not available, from MKS Watsu Advanced Professionals).
Course format: individual sessions (45 min per session)
Number of credits: 0.1 AECS
Prerequisites: none.
AQUASOMA® Essentials Specialist exam
By the end of this module you will be able to deliver a comprehensive Aquasoma® session focused on the mental and physical well-being of your recipient, with a specific focus on techniques that facilitate the self-regulation of the central nervous system to calm excessive mental activity.
By the end of this module you will be able to deliver a comprehensive Aquasoma® session focused on the mental and physical well-being of your recipient, with a specific focus on techniques that facilitate the self-regulation of the central nervous system to calm excessive mental activity.
You will be able to demonstrate your comptence during 2 practical sessions that you will give to two instructors, after passing the online preparatory test.
Course format: 2 one-to-one practice sessions (90 min per session) and online preparatory test.
Number of credits: 0.15 AECS
Prerequisites:
Aquasoma® Intro course with succesfull final assessment.
Aquasoma® Foundation course with succesfull final assessment.
Aquasoma® Essentials private class with positive final evaluation.
Practicum completed
Experience sessions completed.
Additional requirements for students who do not have previous certifications as a manual therapist or professional body-workers:
AKBT Aquasoma® course with positive final evaluation.
Italiano