Aquatic Exercise Association

Virtual Sessions via Zoom

Can’t attend live? No problem!

Access to course recording will be available for 30 days (following the course air date) for advanced purchasers.

The brain learns through adaptation, not through perfect repetition. This course is a brain-based movement system that uses intertrial variability, sensory challenges, cognitive engagement, and the Unpredictable Command Technique (UCT) to improve movement adaptability, balance, function, and pain outcomes.

We will use intertrial variability, unpredictable movement challenges, and multi-dimensional motor tasks to stimulate neuroplasticity, improve balance and coordination, reduce pain, and enhance functional performance. This has practical land- and water-based applications that can be immediately incorporated into therapy, fitness, rehabilitation, and wellness programs.

This is a comprehensive movement education course integrating neuroscience, motor learning, balance training, pain science, and aquatic therapy.

 Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

1. Define the principles used and their relationship to motor learning and neuroplasticity.
2. Explain the role of intertrial variability in movement adaptation and skill acquisition.
3. Describe the relationship between movement variability, sensory processing, and balance control.
4. Identify neurological mechanisms that contribute to pain perception and pain amelioration.
5. Design movement experiences that improve balance, coordination, agility, and reaction time.
6. Apply unpredictable and variable movement strategies in land- and aquatic-based environments.
7. Develop progression models that enhance functional movement while maintaining participant safety.
8. Integrate cognitive, sensory, and motor challenges to improve movement confidence and performance.