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The Foundation Course is divided into 4 full days of training (or the equivalent).

Days 1 & 2
(previously called Basic Course Part A)
The general objectives are to introduce Instructors to the Halliwick Concept

Learning Outcomes

  • To have a knowledge of the philosophy, history and development of the Halliwick Concept.

  • To identify the importance of breath control and to have a knowledge of the stages of teaching.

  • To identify and discuss the effects of water on a body.

  • To identify each of the Ten Point Programme and to have a knowledge of it's practical application.

  • To have a knowledge of equality issues.

  • To have an increased understanding of the extra needs a person with a disability may have in the swimming pool environment.

  • To have knowledge of what effects the water may have on bodies affected by disability.

  • To understand the issues involved in communication.

  • To have knowledge of the issues surrounding moving and assisting.

  • To have knowledge of why no flotation aids are used.

  • To be able to enumerate the main points of pool side safety.

  • To have a knowledge of the local regional and national structure of the Halliwick AST.

  • To have a knowledge of the International Halliwick Association. (IHA)

  • To have a knowledge of the Halliwick AST training structure.

  • Can demonstrate in the pool:
    - the instructor's role in entries exits and supports.
    - balanced positions and rotations
    - activities for teaching the Ten Point Programme.

For further details, send a stamped addressed envelope to the Course Organiser. Course dates and contact details of Organisers are given on the course dates page.


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