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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."

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Finally the 'civilized' world is catching up with what ancient societies recognized the "Healing Power of Water" and practiced various forms of water exercise for centuries. Movement in water offers multidirectional resistance in a non impact environment. Water supports the body and cushions movement. When the water is warm enough, the pain cycle is interrupted and the healing process is encouraged. Aquatic Post Rehabilitation is not new. Recently, there has been renewed interest in water as a therapeutic means of healing. Health Care Providers, (physicians, chiropractors, physiotherapists, OT's, massage therapists - to name only a few) in the 'know' are referring patients to exercise in water. The business opportunities are immense. With certification in Healing Waters, you can expand your business, bring relied to so many people and contribute to the health and well being of your community: win-win-win. Charlene Kopansky, Founder and President of CALA Inc. www.calainc.org  Come on board with CALA! Get trained and certified through our comprehensive Healing Waters Program.

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CALA Trainer for Trainers “T4
September 2010 
Mink Lake, Lake St. Peter, Ontario
Trainer: 
  Charlene Kopansky
Registration: Contact CALA

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CALA is always interested in expanding their internationally recognized training team.

Canada
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CALA 416-751-9823 to schedule a time for your exam(s) and/or practical(s) or 1-888-751-9823 cala_aqua@mac.com

United Kingdom 
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Linda Kanninen Phone: 07766448066 (Wales) e-mail: linda@bubble-it.net

Okotoks AB
Where: Okotoks Recreation Centre
When: contact CALA to schedule
Register through CALA: 1-800-751-9823

Mississauga ON
Where: Mississauga Huron Pool
When: contact CALA to schedule
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Mississauga ON
Healing Waters Program:
Intro to Aquatic Post Rehabilitation & Aqua
Arthritis & Joint Disorders Certification 2010

Where: Huron Park Pool
When: Oct. 22-24, 2010
Register:  doc pdf  Mississauga: 905-615-4820 x2450  
Trainer: 

Linda Rampen

Mississauga ON
Older Adult Workshop
Where: Huron Park Pool
When: Sun. Nov 7, 2010 (1:30-4:30pm)
Register Mississauga: 905-615-4820 x2450
Trainer: 

Pat Richards

Mississauga ON
VWT
Where: Huron Park Pool
When: Dec. 10-12, 2010
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Trainer: 

Katherine McKeown

Mississauga ON
GAF
Where: Huron Park Pool
When: Jan. 22-23, 2011
Register Mississauga: 905-615-4820 x2450  doc
Trainer: 

Katherine McKeown


Burlington ON
Workshop – Boot Camp
Where: Tansley Wood Pool
When: Sept. 19, 2010
Register: Burlington: 905-332-1996  doc
Trainer:

Suzanne Znak


Ingersoll ON
GAF
Where: Victoria Park Community Centre
When: Nov. 19-21, 2010
Register: CALA Office doc
Trainer: 
  
Charlene Kopansky


London ON 
Workshop Topics to be announced – 4 CECs
Where: University of Western Ontario
When: TBA
Register through CALA: 1-888-751-9823
Trainer:

Karl Notargiovanni

London ON
Workshops: Water Running, Cycling & Core, Conditioning  4 hrs
Other topic to be confirmed 4 hrs
Where: University of Western Ontario, London
When: Sun. Oct. 24, 2010
Register: CALA office: 1-888-751-9823
Trainer: 
  
Charlene Kopansky


Kitchener ON
GAF 
Where:
Forest Heights Pool
When: Sat Sep 25, 2010 10:00am-6:00pm
Sun Oct 3, 2010 10:00am-6:00pm
Registration: doc
Trainer: 

Connie Jasinskas
 & 

Tara Hayes


Mink Lake, Lake St. Peter, Ontario
CALA Trainer for Trainers “T4
Sept. 2010 
Registration: Contact CALA
Trainer: 
  
Charlene Kopansky


Windsor ON
Day of Workshops
Where: Lifestyle Family Fitness – South Location
When: Sat. Oct. 23
Vertical Water Training Gets Heavy Duty
(8am–12pm)
and
Beyond the Base Moves with Gentle Aqua
(1pm–5pm)
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Trainer: 
  
Charlene Kopansky


Ottawa ON
VWT
Where: Ottawa Athletic Club
When: Nov 12- 14,2010
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Trainer: 

Carol Weerdenburg

Ottawa ON
GAF
Where: Ottawa Athletic Club
When: Jan. 14-16. 2011
Register: doc CALA Office 1-888-751-9823
Trainer: 

Carol Weerdenburg


Hosting

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If the course, workshop, conference or certification date you are looking for is not listed, please contact CALA to discuss hosting an educational event (Foundation Course, Specialty Course, Aqua Post-Rehab Course, Workshop or Conference).

 

Comox BC
GAF 
Where: Comox Valley Sports & Aquatic Ctrs
When: TBA
Pool renovations are delayed –date will be confirmed upon completion of renovations
Apprentice Trainer: Regan Jamieson with
Master Trainer
  
Charlene Kopansky 
Registration doc


Saskatoon, SK
Workshop: TBA
Where: TBA
When: TBA
Registration  
Trainer: TBA 


New Westminster BC, Conference
Registration thru BCRPA
BCRPA BC FIT ’10 Conference @ Douglas College/Canada Games Pool Sept. 17–19, 2010

Date: Sept. 19, 2010
Time: 8:30 – 10:00
Workshop: Aqua Mix: Running, Cycling, & Core Training
Presenter 
  
Charlene Kopansky

Earn 2.5 CALA CECs

Date: Sept. 19, 2010
Time: 10:30m – 12:00pm 
Workshop:
Not Just for Seniors - Liquid Muscle Training
Presenter: 
  
Charlene Kopansky

Earn 1.5 CALA CECs


Hosting

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Montreal PQ
VWT  
Where: TBA
When:  TBA

Montreal PQ
GAF
 

Where: TBA
When:  TBA


Hosting

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If the course, workshop, conference or certification date you are looking for is not listed, please contact CALA to discuss hosting an educational event (Foundation Course, Specialty Course, Aqua Post-Rehab Course, Workshop or Conference).

 

  Cheshire UK
Workshop Cool Moves & A Twist of Abs

When:  Oct. 2010
9:30 am – 5pm
Where:  Sir John Deane’s College, Northwich, Cheshire
Contact: Linda Ward B.A(Hons)PcET, Cert. Ed. UK www.aquarobics.co.uk
e-mail linda@aquarobics.co.uk
Trainer: 
  
Charlene Kopansky


South Africa
Vertical Water Training
University of Stellenbosch, Sports Science Building….
Dates: TBA

Cape Town, South Africa, University of Stellenbosch Workshop The Wow Factor - Choreography & More
Where: Century City Virgin Active Club
When: Sun Sept 24, 2010
Registration: doc
Trainer: 
  
Charlene Kopansky


Hosting

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CALA Conferences

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Check out video clips from the CALA Spring 2009 Kitchener conference


See what sessions you missed at the Spring 2009 Conference - Kitchener ON


See what sessions you missed at the 2008 Conference - Kitchener ON


See what sessions you missed at the 2007 Conference - Kitchener ON


See what sessions you missed at the Winter 2009 Conference - Okotoks AB


See what sessions you missed at the Winter 2007 Conference - Canmore AB

 

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Certifications
If you are ready to take your certification please contact CALA to arrange dates and location in your area.

Canada Contact CALA 416-751-9823 or 1-888-751-9823 cala_aqua@mac.com
United Kingdom Contact Linda Kanninen B.A. (Hons) PCET, Cert. Ed Phone: 07766448066 (Wales) e mail: linda@bubble-it.net

CALA Foundations of Vertical Water Training:
Pre-requisite course- Compulsory for all specialty courses
Theory Exam
• Open Book Theory Exam : 2.5 hours

CALA Group Aqua Fitness:
Assignment
• Must be submitted to CALA assessor, prior to practical assessment

Practical Assessment
• Teach a 30 minute mini-aqua fitness class including warm up; workout (cardio and muscle conditioning) and stretch cool down

CALA Aqua Jogging & Water Running:
Theory Exam
– Open Book Theory Exam & Case Study: 1.5 hours

Practical Assessment
• Teach a 30 minute mini water running / aqua jogging class including warm up; workout and stretch cool down

CALA Pre/Post Aqua Natal:
Theory Exam

• Open Book Theory Exam: 1.5 hours

Practical Assessment
- Teach a 30 minute mini aqua natal class including warm up; workout and stretch cool down

CALA Aqua Kick Box:
Theory Assignment
• Submit assignment to assessor before completing practical assessment

Practical Assessment
• Teach a 30 minute mini aqua kick box including warm up; workout and stretch cool down

CALA Aqua for Older Adults
• (Currently under revision)

CALA Aqua Kids
• (Currently in development)

CALA Aqua Personal Training
• (Currently in development)

 

CALA Healing Waters Program

a) CALA Healing Waters Program: Introduction to Aquatic Post Rehabilitation:
Theory Exam
• Open Book Theory Exam & Case Study : 1.5 hours

b) CALA Healing Waters Program: Aqua Arthritis and Joint Disorders:
Theory Exam
• Open Book Theory Exam & Case Study: 1.5 hours

c) CALA Healing Waters Program: Aqua Arthritis and Joint Disorders:
Practical Assessment
• Teach a 30 minute mini aqua arthritis class including warm up; workout and stretch cool down

d) CALA Healing Waters Program: Aqua Back and Whiplash:
• (Currently in development)

e) CALA Healing Waters Program: Aqua Sports Injury:
• (Currently in development)

f) CALA Healing Waters Program: Aqua Multiple Sclerosis:
• (Currently in development)

g) CALA Healing Waters Program: Aqua Cancer
• (Currently in development)

h) CALA Healing Waters Program: Aqua Post Cardiac Rehab:
• (Currently in development)

i) CALA Healing Waters Program: Aqua Post and Brain Injury:
• (Currently in development)

j) CALA Healing Waters Program: Aqua Osteoporosis:
• (Currently in development)

k) CALA Healing Waters Program: Aqua Post Burn:
• (Currently in development)

l) CALA Healing Waters Program: Aqua Degenerative Neuromuscular Conditions (Muscular Dystrophy and Parkinsons):
• (Currently in development)

 

 

Some of the places in the world where CALA has facilitated courses, presented workshops and offered conferences include the following:

CALA welcomes new hosts around the world. If you are interested in hosting a CALA Aquafit event, please contact CALACALA has been hosted in South Africa, England, Germany, Mexico, Brazil, Trinidad, Tobago, Australia, Cuba and New Zealand. Stay informed about International events by reviewing the International Upcoming page.

 

International

Australia

  • Melbourne
  • Syndey
  • Brisbane
  • Toowoomba
  • Nambour
  • Goodinwindi
  • Gold Coast

Brazil

Cuba

  • Resort

Dominican Republic

  • Punta Cana: Resort

 

Germany

  • Bad Baden
  • Bad Waltsee
  • Berlin
  • Saarbruchen: University of Saarbruchen
  • Karsruhle:
  • Koln:
  • Munich
  • Schorndorf

Mexico 

New Zealand

  • Whangaparoa

  • North Island

Trinidad and Tobago 

 

South Africa

  • Stellenbosch: University of Stellenbosch
    Cape Town

  • Durban

  • George

  • Pretoria

United Kingdom

  • Wales:
    • Cheddar
    • Chepstow
  • Loughborough
  • London
  • Bournmouth
  • Camberley
  • Richmond
  • Troutbeck

 

 

  Canada

British Columbia

  • 108 Mile House: The Hills Spa and Retreat Wellness Centre
  • Comox: Comox Valley Sports and Aquatic Centre
  • Cranbrook:
  • Castlegar:
  • Duncan:
  • Kelowna:
  • Langley: Walnut Grove Community Centre
  • Ladysmith:
  • Nelson:
  • Port Alberni:
  • Prince Rupert: Earl Mah Aquatic Centre
  • Qualicum Beach: Ravensong Community Centre
  • Quesnel:
  • Smithers:
  • Sooke: Seapark Leisure Centre
  • Sparwood:
  • Vancouver: Simon Fraser University
  • Vancouver:
  • Victoria: Saanich Commonwealth Pool
  • Williams Lake:

Ontario

  • Amerstview: W.J. Henderson Pool
  • Barrie:
  • Belleville: The Harbour Club
  • Bracebridge: The Pines Pool
  • Cambridge: 
    • The Cambridge Holiday Inn
    • The Johnston Centre
  • Chatham: The Wheels Inn
  • Cornwall: Paradise Health and Fitness Centre
  • Cobourg:
  • Collingwood:
  • Dryden: Dryden Pool and Fitness
  • Espanola: Espanola Regional Recreation Complex
  • Guelph: 
    • Univeristy of Guelph, Athletic Centre
    • Westside Community Centre
  • Hamilton: 
    • YWCA Hamilton
    • City of Hamilton Pool
  • Jasper: Jasper Fitness:Lori Berger Aquatic Centre
  • Kanata: Kanata Leisure Centre
  • Kingston: 
    • Progress Fitness Centre
    • Queens University
  • Kitchener: 
    • Cameron Heights Pool
    • Breithaupt Centre
    • Forest Heights Pool
    • Lyle Hallman Pool
  • London: 
    • Goodlife Fitness Centre
    • The London Aquatic Centre
    • University of Western Ontario
  • Markham: 
    • Milliken Mills Community Centre
    •  Thornlea Pool
  • Mississauga - Huron Pool
  • Orangeville: Adler St. Recreational Facility
  • Orillia:
  • Orleans: Orleans Recreation Centre
  • Ottawa: 
    • The Dovercourt Recreation Centre
    • The Nepean Sportsplex
    • The Plant Recreation Centre
    • The St Laurent Community Centre
    • The Walter Baker Pool
    • The YMCA on Argyle Street
  • Owen Sound
  • Mountain
  • Napanee
  • Niagara-on-the-Lake: White Oaks
  • Peterborough The Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre
  • Sudbury
  • St. Catharines
  • Timmins Archie Dillon Sportsplex Pool
  • Toronto 
    • The Merchandise Bldg, 155 Dalhousie St
    • The Fitness Institute - Mississauga Club
    • The Fitness Institute - Willowdale Club
    • The Fitness Institute - Toronto Dominion Club (former)
    • Bloorview Kids Rehab Centre
    • Wexford Heights Pool
    • Birchmount Pool
    • North Toronto Community Centre Pool
    • Wallace Emerson Pool
  • Thunder Bay 
  • Waterloo: Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex
  • Woodstock
  • Windsor

Alberta

  • Banff:
  • Calgary: 
    • Fitness on 5th
    • The Calgary Winter Club
    • The University of Calgary Athletic Centre
    • The Talisman Centre
    • Westside Community Centre
  • Canmore: Canmore Recreation Centre
  • Edmonton:
  • Jasper:
  • Lethbridge: University of Lethbridge Aquatic Centre
  • Okotoks:
  • Prince Albert
  • Strathmore: The Strathmore Aquatic Centre
  • Slave Lake
  • Spruce Grove: TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre
  • Sylvan Lake: Sylvan Lake Aquatic Centre
  • The Yukon
  • Dawson City
  • Whitehorse: The Canada Games Centre

Manitoba

  • Brandon: Brandon University
  • Winnipeg

New Brunswick

  • Fredericton
  • Moncton
  • St. John

Nova Scotia

  • Dartmouth: Dartmouth Sportsplex
  • Halifax: University of Dalhousie
  • Sackville: Sackville Sports Stadium
  • Truro: Truro Pool
  • Wolfville: Acadia Athletics Complex

Quebec

  • Aylmer: The CHÂTEAU CARTIER RELAIS-RESORT
  • Montreal: Aquadome in Montreal
  • Montreal: Dollards Des Ormeaux
  • Montreal: The ÉPIC CENTRE
  • Montreal: The Montreal Athletic Club
  • Montreal: The Westmount YMCA
  • Montreal:YM-YWHA Montreal
  • Montreal:YWCA of Montreal
  • Montreal:
    Sherbrooke: University of Sherbrooke

Prince Edward Island

  • Summerside: Centennial Pool
  • Charlottetown: Charlottetown Recreation Centre
  • Charlottetown: CARI Pool, UPEI
  • Charlottetown:

Newfoundland

  • Port aux Basques: Bruce II Swimming Pool
  • Stephenville: RACA Pool

Saskatchewan

  • Regina: University of Regina
  • Saskatoon: The Harry Bailey Pool

The Northwest Territories

  • Yellowknife: The Ruth Inch Memorial Pool

 

 
 
 
 

 

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