Water Aerobics Instruction Practice Exam

Frog jumps

Heel kicks

Light marching in place

Running from one side of the pool to the other

High intensity exercises

Low intensity exercises

Low impact exercises

All of the above

Offer them a noodle or other flotation device

Have them stand next to pool side

Suggest proper foot wear

All of the above

True

False

By deep breathing

Through heart rate

By how fast you cool down

None of the above

Very light activity

Fairly light activity

Hard activity

Somewhat hard activity

Teach new exercises

Provide motivational music and workout

Keep participants safe

Push participants to a new level

No warm up is needed

5 to 10 minutes

10 to 15 minutes

15 to 20 minutes

Helps with balance and support

Helps provide moral support and confidence when exercising

Helps provide more resistance

All of the above

3 to 3.5

2.5 to 3

3.5 to 4.5

4.5 to 5

Practice Exam

1. What is an example of a higher intensity exercise?

2. Which exercises can be shown by deck teaching?

3. What might you recommend for someone who wants more stability and is attending your class?

4. Water Aerobics has been shown to be effective for reducing symptoms of stress and depression.

5. What is the best way to measure exercise intensity?

6. What does a rating of 13 or 14 mean on the Borg Scale?

7. What is the primary responsibility of a water aerobics instructor?

8. How long should your warm up last?

9. What is the benefit of using noodles, kickboards and/or resistance dumbbells?

10. What is the appropriate water depth for a shallow water class?