Program of health and recreation classes using aqua fitness equipment for high school students

The research is devoted to the study of the issue of the possibility of using health-improving and recreational classes with the use of aqua fitness for youth. Based on the analysis of scientific and methodical literature and Internet data, it was possible to determine the main directions and priorities of the use of aqua recreation in the process of physical education of schoolchildren on the basis of secondary education institutions. The health and recreational program of classes with the use of aqua fitness equipment for senior high school boys (16-17 years old) is presented. The structure and content of aqua fitness classes in accordance with the curriculum are developed. The peculiarities of conducting physical education classes with the use of exercises of different orientation to optimize their physical and mental performance of senior pupils are shown. The experimental program was developed using various elements of distance swimming, aqua fitness exercises, aerobics and game forms of water activities. The program of health and recreational classes included theoretical and practical material, as well as means of medical and pedagogical control The goal of the program was to form students' knowledge of recreational swimming and its impact on their functional state, to educate and develop the skill of independent physical fitness exercises, to improve physical fitness, coordination of movements, prevent posture disorders and promote hardening, etc. The aqua fitness equipment used allows for effective use in the educational process of physical education of young men, to improve their physical condition, as well as to optimize physical and mental performance. The complex, purposeful use of the above-mentioned means will also allow to form among students a stable motivation for independent physical education and sports, which will positively affect their life. The analysis of individual studies on improving the educational process of secondary school students has shown that the issues of finding effective ways to integrate various means into the physical education program remain relevant. Further research will focus on the influence of the experimental health and recreational program of aqua fitness classes on the physical performance of high school boys.