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Active versus Passive Aquatic Therapy: Understanding the Difference and the Healing Potential of WATSU®
Aquatic therapy can be active—engaging muscles, strength, and balance—or passive, where the therapist supports the body in warm water. This article explores both approaches and highlights the benefits of WATSU®, a gentle form of aquatic bodywork offering pain relief, relaxation, and healing.
Aug 253 min read


Gentle, Clean, and Therapeutic: How We Care for Our Pool Water for Therapy & Training
Discover how AIAB’s advanced UV pool filtration system creates a safe, skin-friendly environment for aquatic therapy and professional aquatic bodywork training. Learn why we don’t use magnesium or salt systems — and how we support students during long training days in the water.
Aug 73 min read


Why Students Seeking Certification in Aquatic Bodywork™ and Watsu® Travel to Perth, Australia
Perth is fast becoming a sought-after destination for aquatic therapy, Wats u® training, and warm water bodywork education, attracting...
Aug 13 min read


Psychological Aspects of Pregnancy: Stress, Bonding, Identity & Fear
"In my years of working with pregnant women in the water, I’ve learned to listen not only to muscles and joints, but also to stories. Sometimes those stories arrive in the form of tears. Sometimes in stillness. Sometimes in bursts of joy or quiet overwhelm. They are all valid. They are all part of the journey."
Jul 303 min read


How Warm Water Therapy Supports Physical Rehabilitation
Warm water therapy stands as a powerful ally in physical rehabilitation. With reduced pain, enhanced mobility, improved circulation, and a variety of techniques to suit individual needs, it is poised to play an important role in modern therapeutic practices. Whether for athletes, seniors, or individuals recovering from surgery, this approach offers a comprehensive and nurturing environment for healing.
Jul 114 min read

