Become a Qualified Cold Water Facilitator

  • Led by a Trusted Industry Expert

    Founded by Kay Lou, our training fuses lived experience and expert knowledge to help you lead safe, powerful cold water sessions.

  • Not One But Two Qualifications!

    Gain both your Cold Water Facilitator Certificate and Basic Life Support training—giving you the skills and credibility to lead with confidence and care.

  • Online and In-Person Cold Water Training

    We don’t just teach theory! Learn at your own pace online, then put your skills into practice with a powerful in-person training day!

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Course Curriculum

    1. Introduction

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    2. Let Me Show You Around!

    3. Getting To Know You

    1. Lesson 1: Overview of Cold Water Therapy

    2. Lesson 2: Ice Baths, Cold Showers, Wild Swimming, Sea Dipping and Cryotherapy

    3. Lesson 3: Historical Context and Cultural Perspectives

    4. Lesson 4: Benefits of Cold Water Therapy

    5. Lesson 5: The Drawbacks of Cold Water Therapy

    6. Module 1: QUIZ

    1. Lesson 1: Understanding the Body's Response to Cold

    2. Lesson 2: Impact on Circulation and Immune System

    3. Lesson 3: Mitigating Risks and Ensuring Client Safety

    4. Lesson 4: Empowering Individuals for Safe Participation

    5. Module 2: QUIZ

    1. Lesson 1: Setting Up a Safe Cold Water Space (Indoors and Outdoors)

    2. Lesson 2: Equipment and Resources

    3. Lesson 3: Emergency Protocols and First Aid Training

    4. Lesson 4: Body Language and Tone of Voice

    5. Lesson 5: Building Trust and Connection

    6. Lesson 6: Group and 1-2-1 Dynamics in Cold Water Therapy Sessions

    7. Lesson 7: Facilitation Techniques for Different Settings

    8. Module 3: QUIZ

    1. Lesson 1: Mental and Emotional Aspects of Cold Exposure

    2. Lesson 2: Connection to Nature and Mindfulness

    3. Lesson 3: Integrating Holistic Wellness into Practice

    4. Lesson 4: Encouraging Emotional Release and Processing

    5. Lesson 5: Looking After Yourself as a Practitioner

    6. Module 4: QUIZ

    1. Lesson 1: Introduction to Breathwork

    2. Lesson 2: Physiology of Breathing

    3. Lesson 3: Impact on Autonomic Nervous System

    4. Lesson 4: Neurological Effects of Breathwork

    5. Lesson 5: Vagus Nerve and Vagal Tone

    6. Lesson 6: Combining Breathwork with Cold Exposure

    7. Lesson 7: Breathing Techniques for Cold Water Therapy

    8. Module 5: QUIZ

About This course

  • 45 lessons
  • 11.5 hours of video content

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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!
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Both Online and In-person Learning

Self-paced, educational and informative training videos online to enhance your cold water learning as well as an in-person immersive day where you will learn basic life support and cold water facilitation in real time!

  • Gain not one- but two qualifications!

  • 30 educational training videos online

  • 6 core foundation learning modules

  • Expert coaching from industry professionals

  • An interactive and immersive, in-person training day

  • Learn how to run cold water sessions in real time

  • Flexible, self-paced learning to work around current commitments

  • Downloadable PDF's and comprehensive text to support learning

  • Quizzes to cement learning

Meet Your Course Instructor

Kay Lou

Founder and Lead Cold Water Facilitator

Hi, Im Kay Lou and I’ll be your coach throughout this journey. With over five years experience coaching in the wellness space, over 4 years running ice bath and breathwork events and over 9 years experience in creative business and branding, you will have everything you need from this course to succeed. Every training video is me teaching you, and I’ll personally be there during the immersive day to ensure your learning experience is to the highest standard. Cold water has changed my life and so ive made it my mission to empower and impact 1 billion wellness journeys. Together, we’ll build your confidence, skills, and business to create something truly special!

Final Chance: Lowest Price Ever!

Join today and secure the early bird offer of just £795. Time is running out and this is the lowest the training will ever be! *Payment plans available

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FAQ

  • Do I need to complete both the online learning and the in-person day?

    Yes, both are essential. At Kay Lou Academy, we believe that theoretical knowledge and practical, hands-on training go hand-in-hand to prepare you as a confident and skilled Cold Water Facilitator.

  • When can I start learning?

    Straight away! Once payment is made you will gain access to Kay Lou Academy and learning can begin at your own pace. Once the online learning is complete you just book onto the next available in person training day which will be held at different times throughout the year.

  • When will I qualify?

    You will qualify once all online learning is complete and the in-person day is attended. It depends on how quickly you get through your online learning, and which in-person training day you book onto. But in theory, from enrolment you could be qualified in as little as 4 weeks!

  • Do i need to complete all online learning before attending the in-person day?

    Yes. Ideally all online training should be completed before attending your in-person day as there will be practices and training that refer to the online modules. This ensures you are equipped with everything ahed of your in-person cold water facilitator and basic life support training day.

  • Where is the in-person training day?

    Our in-person training day is held at Chetham Farm Retreat in Bolton (UK). We have chosen the location for it's natural setting, as its set in 16 acres of farmland. There are also bed and breakfast options for anyone travelling thats looking to stay, making it really easy to attend your in-person day.

  • What if i cant join the immersive day?

    The in-person day is a mandatory part of the course. We fundamentally believe that online learning is not adequate to train you in real life cold water scenarios! We are aiming to run immersive in-person days throughout the year so one every 12 or so weeks. As the demand for the course grows (which we are confident it will) there will be more in-person immersive dates added.

  • What qualifications will I get?

    Are you ready..not one but two qualifications! Cold Water Facilitator Certification with Kay Lou Academy (accreditation pending review) and Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification with Manchester First Aid (the BLS qualification is fully accredited and valid for two years.)

  • How much is the course?

    The Cold Water Facilitator Course with Kay Lou Academy is £895. That includes everything — the full online learning (covering the theory, safety, science and session planning) and a full-day in-person immersive training where you’ll get stuck in, build confidence, and actually 'do the do.' We’ve also got payment plans available if you need to spread the cost. For the level of knowledge, skill, support and practical resources you’ll walk away with — it’s an unbelievably good price. We’ve poured real time, detail and care into this course to make sure you leave ready to lead confidently in the cold water space.

  • Do you offer payment plans?

    Yes, we do! We’ve partnered with Klarna and Clearpay so you can split the cost into manageable instalments. We want this course to be as accessible as possible — for as many people as possible, so if spreading the payments helps you say yes to this next step, we’ve got you.

Designed with YOU in mind.

We know firsthand how transformative cold water therapy can be. This Cold Water Facilitator course is your opportunity to turn that passion into a meaningful practice. Enrol now to secure the lowest price we'll ever offer and start making a real difference in others' lives. We cannot wait for you to be a part of the Cold Water Facilitator Course with Kay Lou Academy!
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