Deep Water Running

Participants: 30
$ Please see costs below
Age: 16+

45/60

Minutes

What we do in this class

AUT Millennium’s Deep Water Running sessions have been specifically designed to help improve aerobic fitness and running technique in a non-weight bearing environment.

It is biomechanically the closest cross-training method to actual running, providing a fantastic aerobic training stimulus. Deep water running is perfect for those who wish to supplement their training, continue training whilst injured* or to improve or maintain their aerobic fitness.

The AUT Millennium DWR sessions are designed and led by Kiri Price, who has been based at AUT Millennium since 2009. Kiri is a qualified and experienced running coach, personal trainer, swim teacher and aqua instructor. She has completed 200 marathons herself and has successfully used DWR in not only her own running career, but also with many clients in assisting them to reach their athletic goals. Learn more about Kiri’s journey here

Flotation belts are available pool-side for you to use, or you can bring your own. Remember your water bottle too. A certain level of water confidence is required as you are in deep water (2.2m deep).

*If you are currently injured or have a medical condition, please discuss participating in a Deep Water Running session with your health care provider prior to attending to ensure this form of exercise is suitable for you.

CLASS TIMES

Pool: Sir Owen G. Glenn National Aquatic Centre

The Sir Owen G. Glenn National Aquatic Centre is New Zealand’s home of aquatic sport. Deep Water Running sessions take place in the facility’s 50m pool which is located opposite the main AUT Millennium complex.

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Kiri Price

DWR Instructor

Cost

FREE for AUT Millennium members
$14 casual for non-members
$120 for a 10-visit concession card
Payable at National Aquatic Centre reception

Mon/Weds/Fri 10.45am sessions are 45 mins, lower intensity and more suitable for beginners, recovery or rehabilitation.
Tues/Thurs 12.15pm sessions are 45 mins and higher intensity.

Private DWR Sessions (available outside of the Group Timetable):

One-on-one session. Ideal for those who wish to learn correct technique and how to optimise their time in the pool whether in their own training or in the group situation. Cost is $125 for a 75-90 mins comprehensive session (payable at NAC reception).
Follow-up private session/s ($70 – 45 mins).
Team and group sessions are also available by request. Great for recovery, team building, rehab or sports specific. Price on application.

Please email Kiri directly – [email protected] – to make an appointment or for more information.

“I have always struggled with running since I was diagnosed with arthritis at the age of 17.

However I try to keep myself fit, through gym and cycling. After having a couple of sessions aqua jogging with Kiri I have found get benefits to both my fitness and my joint pain.

Kiri was an awesome teacher and has given me the confidence to continue with my new found passion independently. Aqua jogging has helped me strengthen my muscles, improve my joint range of movement, increase my fitness, and reduce the swelling on my knees.

I can not recommend Kiri enough for anyone with joint pain, or if you are returning from injury, you will not regret having some sessions with her.”

Becki Cambage

“I loved the classes! Found them so beneficial and Kiri was an excellent task master, great instructions and encouragement. I would differently do another camp, especially during the day which works best for me.”

Julie Conning

“Following back surgery (that is still unresolved and will require fusion in the future) I have persevered with my desire to run by taking up triathlon as each discipline enables me to do the next and also strengthens my back. With the help of Hope Mead (Hobsonville Physiotherapy) and Kelly Sheerin (AUT Millennium) biomechanics & run clinic assessments, I was able to continue training throughout 2014 and 2015, but realised the continual land running was causing more problems as my body went from compensating to adaptation over and over again. I was then referred to Kiri Price to compliment my land runs with deep water running to reduce the impact on my body. Kiri’s sessions provided the equivalent run workouts both interval and endurance training sessions that has allowed me to complete my first quarter ironman and restart longer land run sessions. If like me you are plagued with injuries and enjoy running, I can highly recommend deep water running at AUT Millennium with Coach Kiri Price.”

Claudine GilliesBlacksands Triathlon Club

“I have thoroughly enjoyed every session of Kiri’s Boot camp, she is a wealth of information, motivational and very professional.”

Debby Smyth

“The bootcamp was brilliant although I did not attend all of them due to other commitments I would certainly do another round. Kiri keeps the sessions interesting and is very helpful and very personable am very impressed.”

Deb Elsbury

I am an amputee who sustained fractures while trying to run on a blade leg. Kiri introduced me to deep water running – I didn’t mention that I was very apprehensive and had pictures of going round and round in circles and tipping sideways. I found her to be VERY patient with my lack of limb/co ordination and confidence and found the experience very beneficial and have continued doing the exercise

Rob Martin

At first I was a little nervous about deep water running. I had lower back pains, my knees would ache after my other exercise commitments, but deep water running helped me tremendously.

The positive and friendly group makes getting in the pool a joy, not only am I working out, I am making friends. The continuous change of activities make for challenging sessions, and playful ones.

I recommend deep water running to anybody who wants a little extra help with injury recovery, or somebody who wants an exercise change. 10/10 each and every time!

Kacey Irwin

I became injured during my build up for the Chicago marathon, incredibly frustrated I turned to deep water running in an effort to maintain my fitness and to keep up my training for the 5 weeks prior to the marathon.

Given that this was going to be my main activity in this period I decided that I should take a lesson with Kiri to ensure that I was doing it properly. Over that 5 week period I swapped out all of my long runs for the same amount of time in the pool doing deep water running and applying the techniques and routines that Kiri had taught me.

Having never done this before I wasn’t sure how it would translate on the day – I was both surprised and delighted with the result on race day! I actually managed my best marathon time since 2012!

I have continued to include deep water running as part of my training – reducing the mileage on the road and thereby reducing the risk of injury

I would recommend it to anyone looking to supplement their mileage or maintain fitness while recovering from an injury – it worked for me!

Richard Clifton