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Halliwick Foundation Course

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Cairo - Egypt
4-5-6-7 Sept, 2025
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The International Halliwick Association (IHA) and Dr. Konstantinos Chandolias, physiotherapist and Senior Halliwick Lecturer, proudly offers a comprehensive four-day Basic Foundation Course in the Halliwick Concept, meticulously designed for physiotherapists, occupational therapists, therapy assistants, and caregivers of children and adults with neurodevelopmental or neurological impairments and for people with general disabilities. Through 36 contact hours—comprising 25 hours of didactic instruction, group discussions, and evidence-based case analyses, plus 11 hours of supervised, hands-on aquatic practice—participants will acquire the theoretical knowledge and practical competencies required to implement the Halliwick programme safely and effectively. Upon successful completion, delegates are awarded an internationally recognized IHA certificate. Graduates become eligible to enroll in the Advanced Halliwick Course, offered six months following the foundation module.

Course Tutor

Dr. Konstantinos Chandolias

Senior Halliwick Lecturer and Assistant Professor in the Department of Physiotherapy at the University of Thessaly, Greece

a core member of the Health Assessment and Quality of Life Research Laboratory. He earned his BSc in Physiotherapy, MSc in Exercise and Health, and a second MSc in Pediatric Physiotherapy before completing a PhD focused on hydrotherapy for neurological conditions. His post-doctoral work has explored balneotherapy, hydrotherapy and the use of telemonitoring technologies in rehabilitation.
Dr. Chandolias’s research spans neurological rehabilitation in both pediatric and adult populations, with a particular emphasis on aquatic interventions. He has contributed to over 30 peer-reviewed publications—more of 80 citations and an h-index of 5—and has participated in national and international projects on virtual reality, hydrotherapy and stroke recovery. He also serves the Executive Committee of the International Aquatic Therapy Subgroup of World Physiotherapy and the Educational and Research Committee of the International Halliwick Association.

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Other relative scientific activities • Editor in Greek edition of Aquatic Exercise for Rehabilitation and Training book. • Coordinator of the selective course Hydrotherapy for Physiotherapy Department, University of Thessaly • Recognized Senior Lecturer from the international Halliwick Association, IHA in the educational courses of the Halliwick hydrotherapy method worldwide. • Senior Lecturer in Halliwick Swimming Therapy Courses in Greece, Spain, Russia, Lebanon, UAE. • Member of editorial board of Φysikotherapia journal, of Panhellenic Physiotherapists Association. • Research publications on Cross Cultural Adaptation, reliability, and validity of Aquatic Therapy subjective Assessment in Greek Language. • Published book, Hydrotherapy-Halliwick and the respiratory system of children with CP Paperback – 9 Jun. 2018, Publisher: LAP Lambert Academic Publishing ISBN: 978-6139851218

The Halliwick Concept

Developed over fifty years ago, the Halliwick Concept is a structured, evidence-based approach to teaching swimming and aquatic therapy. Teaches water orientation, postural control, and independent movement in water. Rooted in biomechanical and neurophysiological principles, it employs:

  1. Ten-Point Programme – a sequenced progression from mental adjustment through control of rotations and independent movement.

  2. Graduated Support Techniques – tailored hand positions, water properties, and graduated resistance to facilitate motor learning

  3. Sensory Integration Strategies – use of water’s hydrostatic and hydrodynamic properties to optimize proprioceptive and vestibular feedback

Key Benefits:

  1. Physical: Enhanced postural stability, muscular strength, range of motion, and coordination

  2. Neurological: Improved sensorimotor integration, neuroplastic adaptation, and functional recovery

  3. Psychosocial: Increased confidence, autonomy, and motivation; enriched social participation

Course Description

Through a blend of theoretical depth and practical immersion, participants will:

  • Master the Ten-Point Programme: Understand the scientific underpinnings and apply each Halliwick point in progressive aquatic sessions.

  • Design Individualized Interventions: Assess client needs and formulate evidence-based aquatic treatment plans.

  • Implement Safety and Support Protocols: Execute safe pool entry/exit methods, buoyancy management.

  • Utilize Standardized Assessment Tools: Conduct badge-based evaluations to quantify skill acquisition and track functional progress.

  • Incorporate Innovative Modalities: Integrate adjuncts such as music, games, , to optimize engagement.

  • Engage in Reflective Practice: Participate in videotaped skill assessments, small-group critiques, and mentor-guided feedback to refine clinical reasoning and hands-on techniques.

Learning Objectives

By the end of the Foundation Course, participants will be able to:

  1. Critically appraise the historical development, philosophical foundations, and current research evidence supporting the Halliwick approach.

  2. Demonstrate proficiency in pool-based techniques, including safe entries/exits, buoyancy adjustments, and controlled rotational activities.

  3. Structure and deliver progressive aquatic lessons using the ten-point sequence, adapting interventions.

  4. Apply validated outcome measures (badge-testing criteria) to assess motor control, balance, and functional independence in water.

  5. Formulate and communicate clear, client-centred goals and safety strategies, ensuring equitable participation and autonomy.

  6. Integrate advanced engagement tools—such as music, gamified exercises, —to enhance motivation, adherence, and oversight.

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