Aquatic Fitness Professional Manual

The Aquatic Exercise Association (AEA) is a nonprofit educational organization committed to accessible and inclusive aquatic exercise for better health and wellness worldwide. Their top priority is providing access to the latest industry resources, research, products, training, and education to increase global health, wellness, and longevity through aquatic exercise.

AEA works to increase awareness, education, and networking opportunities to benefit professionals as well as the general public. With AEA, achieving healthy lifestyles through aquatic fitness is a global team effort. AEA embraces cultural diversity in the industry to ensure that individuals worldwide can enjoy and employ the benefits of aquatics fitness programs regardless of age, ability, goals, or interests.

AEA incorporated in 1984 to provide professionals with information and instruction on conducting water programs for consumers; the association served as a chamber of commerce for aquatic fitness. AEA is now an internationally recognized organization of aquatic fitness education for professionals conducting aquatic exercise programs.

AEA has certified over 58,000 professionals in 48 countries, in 10 languages. They educate and train more than 15,000 people per year. Their Akwa magazine, the leading industry publication, is read by over 12,000 people annually.