Aquatic Bodywork and Prenatal Connection
Created and taught by Laura Peist
SECOND EDITION IN COLLABORATION WITH THE WATSUPATH™ TRAINING INSTITUTE
30 May 2027 · Fundación Instituto San José Hospital · Madrid, Spain
(28 hours of hybrid training: 20 hours online + 8 hours in person, accredited by the Watsupath™ Training Institute and the International Aquatic Bodywork Association W.A.B.A. for the Watsu® professional pathway)
PRESENTATION
Aqua Mamis is a specialised programme in aquatic bodywork and prenatal connection, created and taught by Laura Peist, integrating movement, body awareness, breathing, relaxation and bonding during pregnancy.
Water provides a particularly suitable environment for supporting the physical and emotional changes that accompany pregnancy. Through movement, flotation, breathing and different bodywork resources, the programme addresses the specific needs of pregnant women and the possibilities offered by the aquatic environment at each stage.
Throughout the training, participants will explore the bodily changes associated with pregnancy, the function of the pelvic floor, common discomforts and different tools to promote mobility, wellbeing and connection with the body.
The programme also incorporates resources for conscious breathing, relaxation, somatic techniques, sound and prenatal singing, as well as approaches designed to foster sensory connection between mother and baby.
The training combines 20 hours of online theoretical content, which participants can complete at their own pace, with 8 hours of practical in-person training in the pool and classroom, where the content covered online will be brought into the aquatic environment.
This second edition in collaboration with the Watsupath™ Training Institute once again offers the opportunity to explore aquatic bodywork during pregnancy and the design of safe and structured sessions specifically for this stage.
Original PRICE
380€
EARLY BIRD
350€
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CONTENT
20 HOURS ONLINE
The theoretical online content will be available for participants to complete at their own pace before the in-person training.
This part of the training will cover postural changes during pregnancy, pelvic floor function, bodily changes throughout the different stages of pregnancy and common problems that may arise during each stage, together with advice for everyday activities and recommendations for relieving common discomforts.
It will also address labour and postpartum, methodology and aquatic bodywork specifically for pregnant women, including exercises in an upright position, exercises involving movement through the water, respiratory system work, stretching and flexibility exercises.
The training also includes content related to session design, materials recommended to enhance bodywork and ideal facilities, including the pool, temperature and environmental conditions.
8 HOURS IN PERSON
The in-person day will be dedicated to bringing these contents into practice in the pool and classroom.
Participants will work with therapeutic bodywork in water, applying therapeutic swimming and aquatic exercise designed to improve mobility, muscle tone and balance, as well as to prevent lower back and pelvic discomfort.
The training will explore pelvic floor care, developing tools to work with perineal body awareness in water and to accompany common discomforts or dysfunctions during pregnancy.
Conscious breathing and emotional regulation will incorporate breathing, meditation and somatic techniques in water to promote wellbeing, relaxation and connection with the baby.
Participants will also work on the design of perinatal aquatic sessions, learning to create safe
and structured approaches with physical, emotional and relational objectives.
The training incorporates resources for prenatal communication and early bonding, including sound and prenatal singing, as well as relaxation techniques, massage and aquatic activities that promote calm, confidence and partner participation.
COMPETENCIES
By the end of the training, participants will be able to assess, design and facilitate conscious and safe aquatic sessions for pregnant women.
PREREQUISITES
No previous specific experience in Aqua Mamis is required to participate in this training.
The online content must be completed before attending the in-person day.
The training will be delivered in Spanish and English.
CERTIFICATION
Upon completion of the course, participants will receive a Certificate of Participation issued by the Watsupath™ Training Institute, certifying the 28 hours of training completed.
The corresponding credits may be incorporated into the student’s digital academic record within the International Registry of the Worldwide Aquatic Bodywork Association (W.A.B.A.), forming part of their official professional training pathway, in accordance with the applicable regulations.
FACULTY PROFILE
Laura Peist
Creator and teacher of Aqua Mamis
Laura Peist was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina. She developed a large part of her professional career in Israel and has lived and worked in Cádiz, Spain, for more than 25 years.
She is a qualified swimming coach, children’s swimming instructor and specialist in aquatic stimulation for babies. She is currently Director of Hidroos actividades acuáticas, in Cádiz, Spain.
She specialises in therapeutic swimming, Aqua Mamis Programme —aquatic bodywork during pregnancy—, training as an assistant teacher of Jahara® for babies, and therapies including Watsu®, Jahara® and Jahara® Babies.
Laura is passionate about the benefits of working in water and enjoys sharing her knowledge. Her classes incorporate conscious breathing, relaxation and sound as fundamental elements. She also teaches training programmes and participates in conferences at both national and international level.
SCHEDULE
ONLINE CONTENT
The 20 hours of online content must be completed before attending the in-person day.
IN-PERSON DAY
Sunday, 30 May 2027
8:00 am – 6:00 pm
The in-person day comprises 8 hours of training within the scheduled timetable.
Attendance throughout the full scheduled timetable is required to complete the course. We kindly ask you to make every effort to arrive on time and to organise your return journey so that you can remain until the end of the training.
Any training hours not completed must be made up through individual supervision.
REGISTRATION AND EARLY BIRD
Standard registration: €380 (VAT included).
Early Bird: The first five people to complete their registration through the payment platform will have access to a special rate of €350 (VAT included). Coupon: antaquamamis
Early Bird offers are not cumulative.
Registration includes:
• Full participation in the training.
• Educational materials.
• Access to the online preparatory content.
• Certificate of Participation issued by the Watsupath™ Training Institute.
• Registration of the corresponding continuing education credits, in accordance with applicable regulations.
Registration does not include:
The facility use fee, travel expenses, accommodation or meals.
FACILITY USE FEE
The fee for use of the Aquatic Therapy Unit during the in-person training will be €38 (VAT included).
This fee will be paid through the Watsupath™ payment platform together with the registration fee and will be itemised separately on the corresponding invoice.
Registrations will be accepted strictly in order of receipt and will only be valid once the registration process and corresponding payment have been completed.
CANCELLATION POLICY
If, after completing registration, a participant needs to cancel their attendance, the following conditions will apply:
- Cancellations must be requested in writing by email to info@watsupath.com
- Cancellations requested more than 30 days before the start of the course are eligible for a refund of the amount paid, less a €100 administrative fee
- Cancellations requested less than 30 days before the start of the course are non-refundable.
- In the event that the course is cancelled by the organisation, the full amount paid will be refunded, with no additional compensation.
COURSE VENUE
AQUATIC THERAPY UNIT
HOSPITAL FUNDACIÓN SAN JOSÉ
C/ Pinar de San José, 98
28044 Madrid, Spain
Fundación Instituto San José will make its Aquatic Therapy Unit available to participants for the development of the training.
Lunch
The cafeteria at Fundación Instituto San José offers a simple daily menu, salads, sandwiches and hamburgers.
The dining area provided for the group is equipped with a microwave, so you are welcome to bring your own lunch if you prefer.
The areas available for lunch and breaks in the Hospital gardens provide a pleasant place to take a break, weather permitting.
Accommodation
The Institute takes care of everything related to the course itself. Participants are responsible for arranging their own transportation and accommodation during the training.
HOW TO GET TO THE COURSE VENUE
AQUATIC THERAPY UNIT
HOSPITAL FUNDACIÓN SAN JOSÉ
https://goo.gl/maps/nBpnxc2deLu
BY CAR
M-40 exit 30, Cuatro Vientos
M-45, direction N-V, exit 30 from the M-40
M-30, direction N-V, Cuatro Vientos exit
URBAN BUS
From Aluche — connected to Metro Line 5 and C-5 commuter rail: 483 and 487, direction La Fortuna.
From Plaza Elíptica — connected to Metro Lines 6 and 11: 486, direction La Fortuna.
METRO
Line 5 (green), direction Casa de Campo. Get off at Aluche and connect with the bus.
Line 11 (dark green), direction La Peseta. Get off at La Peseta and walk approximately 15 minutes.
TRAIN
RENFE provides regular services to Madrid.
By commuter train: C-5 line (yellow), towards Móstoles – El Soto. Get off at Aluche and connect with the bus.
AIRPORT
Madrid-Barajas Airport.
INFORMACIÓN ADICIONAL
Instituto de Formación Watsupath™