The Parkinson’s Specialty was developed by Dr Rick Mc Avoy. This evidence-based training program has been developed to assist fitness, health and wellness professionals so they may safely and effectively work with people with Parkinson’s Disease in an aquatic environment.
You will learn:
- Different positions, holds and movement variations
- Practical teaching elements
- The importance of understanding the Parkinson’s disease
- Specific exercises and considerations will be covered in order to substantially improve function and quality of life.
- Screenings will briefly be covered in order to validate your programs effectiveness.
Requirements:
- Acquapole® Boxing Pole equipment and resistance equipment
Certificate:
- Technical Evaluation
- Practical Evaluation – 15 minute lesson video format to be evaluated by Dr Rick McAvoy
- 8 CEU units provided by AEA