Aquatic Personal Training for Health & Wellness
Julie O’Connor offers specialized 1:1 aquatic training designed to enhance your strength, balance, and mobility in a supportive environment. With a focus on adapted aquatics for pre and post rehabilitation, Julie tailors each session to meet the unique needs of her client. Utilizing various equipment and proven techniques, she provides a gentle yet effective approach to pain management and relaxation. Experience the benefits of therapeutic aquatics and discover a renewed sense of vitality and well-being!
Julie’s Services
Adult adapted swim instruction provides personalized lessons for adults with varying abilities or rehabilitation needs, focusing on building water confidence and improving swimming skills. Each session is tailored to accommodate individual goals and physical limitations.
The Halliwick Method is an aquatic therapy approach designed to improve balance, mobility, and confidence in the water. By focusing on individual techniques and body awareness, this method empowers clients to gain greater control and freedom of movement in a supportive aquatic environment.
Aquassage personal training combines the benefits of aquatic therapy and massage techniques to promote relaxation and muscle recovery. This tailored approach uses water’s buoyancy to relieve stress while improving flexibility and reducing pain in a soothing environment.
The Bad Ragaz Method is an aquatic therapy technique that uses specialized flotation rings to provide resistance and support during exercises. This method enhances strength, flexibility, and coordination while promoting rehabilitation and relaxation in a controlled water setting
AquaStretch™ is a personalized aquatic training technique that uses gentle stretching in water to improve flexibility and range of motion. This method harnesses the buoyancy of water to enhance relaxation and facilitate deeper stretches, promoting overall mobility and well-being.
BackHab Water Therapy is a specialized aquatic rehabilitation technique designed to alleviate back pain and improve spinal mobility. Utilizing water’s buoyancy and resistance, this method focuses on gentle exercises that enhance strength, flexibility, and posture in a supportive environment.
Ai Chi is a calming aquatic training method that blends slow, flowing movements with deep breathing and mindfulness. This practice promotes relaxation, balance, and body awareness, making it ideal for stress relief and overall wellness in a supportive water environment.
With over 30 years of experience in aquatic therapy, Julie will collaborate with you to identify the best method to meet your unique goals and needs. Whether you’re seeking targeted rehabilitation or simply wish to relax and float, Julie is here to support you—book a consultation today!
Schedule a consultation
Learn more about Advanced Aquatic Concepts and the services Julie has to offer through a brief consultation.
Meet Julie
Hi!
I’m Julie, a mother of two and passionate aquatic therapy professional with over 30 years of experience. Now based in Fernandina Beach, FL, I’m here to support and motivate you on your journey to wellness in a friendly and approachable environment!
“My sciatica was giving me grief. I can’t believe the difference in just one session.”
~ K. Minor,
Fernandina Beach, FL
“I am a disabled veteran with osteoarthritis in my legs, hips, hands and arms. Julie’s exercise regime helped me gain strength and improve my balance.”
~ Col. J. Clegg
Georgetown, TX
“As a physical therapist… I have referred many patients to her because of the excellent results… Julie is a gifted trainer in the water!”
~ T. Poindexter, DPT