The Aquaholics Bootcamp

We created this podcast to interview guests who inspire and motivate us within the aquatic fitness industry and beyond. Each episode we’ll chat with them about what they’re working on professionally and get to know them a little bit better personally!

School's in Session with Lynda Keane & Haylley Pittam 01/04/2021

School's in Session with Lynda Keane & Haylley Pittam Joining us from across the pond are TWO very special guests, Lynda Keane & Haylley Pittam, co-founders of the UK-based Aquatic Rehabilitation and Exercise Academy, otherwise known as A.R.E.A. This mother-daughter duo with a combined 45 years experience and higher education in aquatic fitness offer their insight on everything from injury prevention and soft-tissue therapy to pre/post natal programming and the importance of proper pelvic care. /episode/index/show/aquaholicsbootcamp/id/17396081

DeJuan Lewis Turns Obstacles into Opportunities 12/01/2020

DeJuan Lewis Turns Obstacles into Opportunities After trying out a S'WET class for himself, skeptical he would break a sweat let alone love the workout, NYC based DeJuan Lewis became AEA certified, and started teaching aquatic fitness classes shortly after. DeJuan credits his experiences as an actor, musician, and behavioral coach to strengthening his skills as an instructor. /episode/index/show/aquaholicsbootcamp/id/17013152

Sharlie Peterson Reveals How Aqua Fitness Helped Save Her Life 11/16/2020

Sharlie Peterson Reveals How Aqua Fitness Helped Save Her Life Sharlie Peterson is the creator of Shockwave Aqua Fitness in Topeka, Kansas. She has been an aquatic fitness instructor since 2017 and is currently teaching at Shawnee County Parks & Rec and GreatLIFE Fitness Facilities, where she also serves as the Group Fitness Coordinator. After being diagnosed with a rare stomach disease, Sharlie turned to aqua fitness and lost tremendous weight, but also gained incredible clarity to battle issues with self esteem and depression. /episode/index/show/aquaholicsbootcamp/id/16817327

Craig Yaniglos Offers Financial Strategies for Aquatic Facilities and Instructors 10/30/2020

Craig Yaniglos Offers Financial Strategies for Aquatic Facilities and Instructors Craig Yaniglos is the Chief Financial Officer for a public school district in Northeast Ohio, as well as an Aquatic Training Specialist for the AEA. Craig joins us to share some creative tips for aquatic fitness facilities struggling with their budgets to help raise money and awareness for their communities. We also discuss how investing in specialized programming can draw new participants and memberships to a facility. /episode/index/show/aquaholicsbootcamp/id/16608527

Adrienne Poullas Shares How She Lost 50 Pounds Post-Pregnancy Using Aquatic Fitness 10/07/2020

Adrienne Poullas Shares How She Lost 50 Pounds Post-Pregnancy Using Aquatic Fitness Adrienne Poullas is the Aquatic Coordinator of the Hubbard Community Pool in Hubbard, Ohio. She shares her aquatic fitness journey from a student to instructor and now her dream job, as director of the facility. Adrienne also explains how aqua fitness helped her lose 50 pounds after her second pregnancy and why she recommends the aquatic environment for all expectant mothers. /episode/index/show/aquaholicsbootcamp/id/16299170

Katrien Lemahieu Offers an International Perspective on Aqua Fitness 09/09/2020

Katrien Lemahieu Offers an International Perspective on Aqua Fitness Katrien Lemahieu is the founder of Kataqua, an aquatic educational institute in the Netherlands. She also co-developed popular aquatic programs like BioExercise and HydroRevolution. As an international presenter, Katrien joined us to discuss how aquatic fitness differs across the globe and why finding your passion to teach is crucial for a successful career. /episode/index/show/aquaholicsbootcamp/id/15940292

Mark Grevelding's New App PoolFit Is an Aquatic Fitness Game Changer 08/31/2020

Mark Grevelding's New App PoolFit Is an Aquatic Fitness Game Changer Joining us today is Mark Grevelding, founder of Fitmotivation, the incredible online video and streaming resource for aquatic fitness instructors as well as PoolFit, a brand new app that allows consumers to easily download aqua workouts and use them poolside. Mark joins us to discuss his journey in the fitness industry over the last 25 years and why he believes if you're currently just a land instructor, why you should think twice about cross-training in the water. /episode/index/show/aquaholicsbootcamp/id/15814583

Katy Coffey Explains Why What You Call Your Class Matters 08/17/2020

Katy Coffey Explains Why What You Call Your Class Matters Joining us today is Katy Coffey, Senior Director of Aquatics for the YMCA of Greater Boston, and an aquatic fitness instructor for over 20 years. Katy joins us to discuss the power behind word choice, and how combating the stigmas of aquatic fitness starts by re-evaluating your class names. She also shared exciting news about the upcoming launch of a brand new format she's developed using HIIT and mixed martial arts along with aqua combat gloves! /episode/index/show/aquaholicsbootcamp/id/15638084

Christopher LaCour's Journey from Injury to Instructor 08/04/2020

Christopher LaCour's Journey from Injury to Instructor Joining the program is the first ever certified S’WET™ instructor, Christopher LaCour. Chris has been an aquatic instructor and personal trainer for the last 7 years, as well as a professional vocal coach and actor in New York City. He stopped by the Aquaholics Bootcamp to explain how he's staying healthy and happy during this pandemic and offer examples of instructor self-care you can do from home. /episode/index/show/aquaholicsbootcamp/id/15471602

Ashley Bishop Offers Time Management Tools to Help Stay Focused 07/20/2020

Ashley Bishop Offers Time Management Tools to Help Stay Focused Joining us today is Ashley Bishop, a Continuing Education Provider for Group Fitness Instructors and an Aquatic Training Specialist with the AEA, a Zumba Jammer for Zumba Fitness and she leads her own workshops under her company BagelFit! Jenni Lynn and AJ learn what time management techniques Ashley uses to remain focused on her goals, especially during these uncertain times. /episode/index/show/aquaholicsbootcamp/id/15275720

Dive in to the Aquaholics Bootcamp 07/06/2020

Dive in to the Aquaholics Bootcamp In our very first episode, the creator of S'WET, Jenni Lynn Patterson LaCour and social media manager and podcast partner A.J. Meyers join forces to discuss all things aqua! /episode/index/show/aquaholicsbootcamp/id/15107711

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