Making Waves – An Interview with Aqua Specialist Claire Barker-Hemings

In this special episode, I sit down with Claire Barker-Hemings, a leading Aqua education specialist and passionate group fitness professional who made the bold move from the UK to Australia back in 2007.

Since moving to Australia in 2007, Claire has reinvented herself as a leader in the fitness industry. A powerhouse in the pool and a master of mindful movement, she brings together science, spirit, and splash to create truly transformative aquatic experiences. With a passion for Pilates and Yoga, Claire reimagines traditional practices into buoyant, intelligent workouts that move the body and uplift the mind. More than just an instructor, she’s an educator — designing programs with purpose, crafting cueing with care, and diving deep into the science of breath and biomechanics. Her mission? To inspire a new generation of instructors who lead with intention, precision, and heart.

In this episode, we discuss:

* How Claire transitioned her FitPro career from the UK to Australia

* The evolution and benefits of Aqua fitness and why it’s more relevant than ever.

* Insights into the Australian fitness scene vs the UK

* Claire’s passion for education and training.

 Claire brings fresh inspiration and real talk about longevity, innovation, and what it takes to move across the world and continue a thriving Group Exercise Career.

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