Cold Water Facilitator Training

Become a certified Cold Water Facilitator with Kay Lou Academy and gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence to lead safe and effective cold water sessions. Our Cold Water Facilitator Course offers expert training in cold water immersion techniques, safety protocols, and facilitation methods, helping you build credibility and expertise in this rapidly growing space.

Make a really COOL impact!

Are you wanting to coach and train others in the cold water space? Or perhaps your looking for a change of career and the cold water is calling you? This unique course is designed with you in mind.

It’s structured to not only give you the knowledge and skills but also the confidence to guide others on their journey.

This is your next step towards making a real impact!

Cold Water Course
Curriculum

    • Overview of Cold Water Therapy

    • Ice Baths, Cold Showers, Wild Swimming, Sea Dipping and Cryotherapy

    • Historical Context and Cultural Perspectives

    • Benefits of Cold Water Therapy

    • The Drawbacks of Cold Water Therapy

    • Understanding the Body's Response to Cold

    • Impact on Circulation and Immune System

    • Mitigating Risks and Ensuring Client Safety

    • Empowering Individuals for Safe Participation

    • Setting Up a Safe Cold Water Space (Indoors and Outdoors)

    • Equipment and Resources

    • Emergency Protocols and First Aid

    • Body Language and Tone of Voice

    • Building Trust and Connection

    • Group and 1-2-1 Dynamics in Cold Water Sessions

    • Cold Water Facilitation Techniques

    • Mental and Emotional Aspects of Cold Exposure

    • Connection to Nature and Mindfulness

    • Integrating Holistic Wellness into Practice

    • Encouraging Emotional Release and Processing

    • Looking After Yourself as a Facilitator

    • Introduction to Breathwork

    • Physiology of Breathing

    • Impact on Autonomic Nervous System

    • Neurological Effects of Breathwork

    • Vagus Nerve and Vagal Tone

    • Combining Breathwork with Cold Exposure

    • Breathing Techniques for Cold Water Therapy

    • Understanding Client Health Profiles

    • Distress vs Discomfort

    • Immersion Time and the TTR Method

    • Water Quality

    • Safeguarding for Cold Water

    • Dynamic Risk Assessment

    • Waiver Forms and Health Disclosure

  • Time To Book Your Immersive Day!

    • Basic Life Support Training

    • In-Person, Interactive Cold Water Facilitator Training

  • ONLINE LEARNING

    ✅ 6 core learning modules

    ✅ Self-paced online learning

    ✅ 38 educational training videos

    ✅ Downloadable PDF's to support

    ✅ Comprehensive text to support video learning

    ✅ Quizzes to test and cement your learning

  • IN-PERSON IMMERSIVE

    ✅ 1 day immersive training at Chetham Farm, Bolton 

    ✅ Basic Life Support Training with Manchester First Aid

    ✅ Hands-on, cold water facilitator training

    ✅ Expert coaching from industry professionals

    ✅ Deepen your personal practice and refine skills

    ✅ Learn how to run cold water sessions in real time

Is This Course For Me?

Are you wanting to coach and train others in the cold water space? Or perhaps your looking for a change of career and the cold water is calling you?

This unique course is designed with you in mind. It’s structured to not only give you the knowledge and skills but also the confidence to guide others on their journey.
 
This is your next step towards making a real impact!

Online and In-Person Learning

The Cold Water Facilitator training program consists of both engaging online learning modules as well as an immersive in-person training experience. Through this comprehensive approach, you will gain not one but two valuable qualifications!

Participants will receive a Cold Water Facilitator Certification from Kay Lou Academy (which is currently pending review for accreditation) as well as a Basic Life Support Certification with Manchester First Aid, valid for 2 years.

*The online learning and in-person training are both necessary for your qualification and are included in the course fee. This combined method helps you understand cold water theory and develop skills through hands-on experience.

Meet Your Instructor

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cold water facilitator course

"Hi, I’m Kay Lou, and I’ll be your coach throughout this journey. Cold water therapy and breathwork have completely transformed my life, opening doors to incredible opportunities and allowing me to turn my passion into a profession. With over five years of experience in the wellness space, four years running ice bath and breathwork events, and nine years in creative business and branding, I’ve designed this course to give you everything you need to succeed. Every training video is taught by me, and I’ll personally be there during the immersive day to ensure your learning experience is of the highest standard. My mission is to support 1 billion wellness journeys, and together, we’ll build your confidence, skills, and business to create something truly special."

- Kay Lou

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Online Learning +
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