Aquatic Training Elective

Aquatic Mindfulness & Somatic Movement

This elective explores the use of warm water environments to support mindfulness, body awareness, and somatic movement practices. Students learn how gentle aquatic movement and breath awareness can help release tension, regulate the nervous system, and deepen mind–body connection.

The course introduces techniques that combine slow guided movement, floating support, and breath-focused awareness to promote relaxation, emotional balance, and embodied presence. Students will practice facilitating short aquatic mindfulness sessions and learn how these methods can complement other aquatic training modalities such as aquatic breathwork and aquatic bodywork.

Key Topics
• Principles of mindfulness and somatic awareness in water
• Breath awareness and nervous system regulation
• Guided floating and supported movement techniques
• Integrating mindfulness with aquatic healing sessions
• Creating safe and supportive aquatic environments
• Ethical and professional considerations in facilitation

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this elective, students will be able to:
• Apply mindfulness and somatic movement principles within aquatic sessions.
• Facilitate guided relaxation and breath-focused practices in warm water.
• Support clients in developing body awareness and stress reduction through aquatic movement.
• Integrate mindfulness techniques into existing aquatic training modalities.
• Design short aquatic mindfulness sessions appropriate for diverse participants.