Connie Jasinskas HB.Sc., B.Ed., M.Sc.
Degrees
Hons B.Sc. (H.K.), University of Guelph
M.Sc. (Exercise Physiology), University of Guelph
B.Ed. (Science, P.E.), Brock University
Certifications / Professional Affiliations
Faculty, ATRI (atri.org)
Clinical Exercise Physiologist, CSEP (csep.ca)
AquaStretch Trainer and Practitioner (www.AquaStretchCanada.com)
Registered Health and Exercise Practitioner (www.OntarioFitnessCouncil.com)
Course Creator, FLS Fitness Learning Systems (www.FitnessLearningSystems.com)
Certified Laughter Yoga Leader (laughteryoga.org)
Founder and Master Trainer, AQX - For the Love of Fit
Certified Teacher (Ontario Teacher's Certificate)
CPR, First Aid, Canadian Red Cross (current)
Proprietor
For The Love Of Fit, Fitness and Lifestyle Consulting (established 1984)
Qualifications / Experience
International Health and Fitness Educator
- Aquatic Rehab PR: therapeutic training for medical professionals, 2012, 2015, 2019 Puerto Rico, www.omsimed.com
- University of Cumbria Physical Therapy students UK 2008
- ATRI training conferences since 2007
- International Aquatic Fitness Conference since 2007-13
- YMCA Melbourne Australia 2007
- Fitness Leaders Conference, Lisbon, Portugal 2001
- Healing Waters certification course for BioKinetics students, University of Stellenbosch, South Africa 2000
- CALA, Can Fit Pro International Conference Presenter 1995 - 2011
- Numerous courses, workshops, keynotes and conference presentations across Canada and internationally since 1984
Author and Trainer of Resources
- AQX Aqua Fitness Leadership Training and In-house Certification Program
- AQX Specialty Courses:
- AquaBility
- AquaCycling
- AquaNatal
- AquaTots
- AquaStrength
- AQXonFloats
- Self-AquaStretch
- On-line Courses and Workshops: https://www.FortheLoveofFit.Thinkific.com
- Training of Aquatic rehabilitation specialists including: physical therapists, kinesiologists, occupational and recreational therapists, massage therapists, MDs, chiropractors, osteopathic practitioners
- Train the Trainer: skills for adult educators - https://fortheloveoffit.thinkific.com/courses/aqx-training-for-trainers
- Fitness Ontario Leadership Program: Applied Anatomy, Fitness Leadership, Children and Youth, Fitness in the Childbearing Year, Movement and Music
Therapeutic Aquatics and Exercise Specialist: providing patient rehabilitation services on land and in the pool, since 2000.
Canadian Back Institute and Rehabilitation Services, LifeMark / Centric Health, both in Cambridge ON, Canada.
Provider of Land-based and Aquatic Therapeutic Exercise.
Motivational Speaker
- Topics: Humour, Health, Fitness and Lifestyle, Change Motivation, Cancer Recovery
- Numerous locations and organizations, including: Ontario Kinesiology Association, Fitness New Brunswick Conference, Professional Societies (nursing, engineering), Soroptimist International, Aquatic Therapy & Rehabilitation Institute (ATRI.org)
- Cancer Education and Prevention Network, Brock University, Universities of Waterloo and Guelph, Ontario Teachers Federation, Service Clubs, Ontario Cancer Society, Bell Canada, Northern Life Insurance.
Physiotherapy Associates, Cambridge ON. Program development and delivery to patients since 2008
Conference presentations to leaders and therapists: ATRI, CALA, IAFC
Published Works
• On-line courses for leaders, trainers, therapists, and general public: www.FortheLoveofFit.Thinkific.com
• AQXonFloats: On-line and practical pool courses for floating fitness class instructors - co-author: Tamara Colaizzi
• AquaStretch™ Foundations Manual and Pool Guide co-author: First Edition - 2012; 2nd Edition 2013
• BackSplash: Aquatic post-rehab exercises for people with back pain, FLS, 2012
• Prescription Laughter: Healing Strategies for People with Breast Cancer, Volumes Printing, 2011
• AQX - For the Love of Fit: Aqua Fitness Leadership Training Program and In-House Certification, 2011
• AquaBility - Aquatic exercise adapted for health issues • Training course for group aqua fitness leaders, 2015
• AquaTots - Co-author: Tamara Colaizzi • Training and certification course • Tot and care-giver aqua fitness programs
• AquaCycling - Co-author: Line Marr • Training and certification course • Aquatic cycling programs
• Trade Journal: ATRI – Persistent Pain Education, Aquatic Therapy for Lymphedema Post Breast Cancer
• Trade Journal: AEA AKWA – a variety of topics related to aquatic exercise / rehabilitation
• Foundations of Vertical Water Training, Group Aqua Fitness and Healing Waters: CALA 2006
• Aqua Personal Training: Choosing Your Depth, Canadian Personal Trainer, 2006
• Workout: Water Works, Glow Magazine, July / August 2006
• Aqua Arthritis: Training manual for the CALA certification course, 2004; adapted Aqua Arthritis training course for the Arthritis Society, PEI, 2005
• Aquanatal: Aquatic Exercise for the Childbearing Year, Training Manual for group aqua fitness leaders. Self published, 2000, 2010, 2012
• Healing Waters: Aquatic Rehabilitation Certification Program Trainer, author of course syllabus and evaluating exams, University of Stellenbosch, South Africa, July-August 2000. This course served as the foundation for the course that is now part of the University curriculum.
• Combined Basic Fitness Theory and Aquafitness Specialty Training Manual: CALA, 1999
• The Healing Power of Exercise: Can Fit Pro Quarterly, Fall, 1999
• Applied Anatomy for Exercise Design: Training Manual, Fitness Ontario Leadership Program, Ontario Sports & Recreation Centre Inc., 1996
• Training For Trainers Manual: 1994 • 2014
• AQX Training for Trainers On-Line Course: www.FortheLoveofFit.Thinkific.com
Presenter - Educational Conferences - Annual
• ATRI (Aquatic Therapy & Rehabilitation Institute) International Conferences since 2007
• International Aquatic Fitness Conference (AEA), 2007 - 2013. Top 10 Presenter, 2008 - 2013
• CALA and Can Fit Pro, 1995 - 2011
• Numerous aquatic courses, workshops and conferences across Canada and USA since 1995
• CEC provider for provincial fitness organizations, including: FNB, BCRPA, NSFA, AFLCA, MFC
• Brock University: Lecturer – health & wellness programs, 2000 – 2003
Volunteer Work
• The Lung Association – twenty years of service as local, provincial, and national board member; honorary life member
• Ontario Fitness Council – board chair and committee member
• Canadian Cancer Society – peer support volunteer 2000 - 2013
• BreastStrokes Dragon Boat Team – team member since 2002, steers person, drummer & co-coach
Awards:
Tsunami Spirit Award - ATRI - 2014: For innovation in the field of Aquatic Therapy and Rehabilitation
Honorary Life Member: BreastStrokes Dragon Boat Team (www.BreastStrokes.org), 2017
Honorary Life Member and Meritorious Service Award: The Lung Association of Ontario
Ontario Fitness Council: Award for Leadership
Woman of Distinction: Health, Wellness and Active Living, YWCA Cambridge
Academic Scholarships: Brock University
Ontario Scholar