Aquatic Program Overview
The YWCA Aquatic Program’s highlight is our unique warm water pool with a moveable hydraulic floor. This special design allows us to change the depth uniformly across the entire area of the pool. Our pool is fully accessible to everyone via a ramp as well as the ability to move the floor all the way up to accommodate a wheelchair to be rolled onto the pool floor and then lowered. We offer deep water classes and lap swims as well as many offerings in shallower water. Our pool allows us the flexibility to offer swim lessons in a depth appropriate for the height and skill level of each class. Our warm water is a great environment for everyone including those with arthritis. We offer Arthritis Foundation aquatic classes called Joint Effort several times during the week. All of our instructors are American Red Cross Certified Lifeguards and have everyone’s health and safety as their primary concern. Aquatic Exercise is a great workout that everyone can enjoy.
Why aquatic excercise?
Water Resistance
Because the water is a thicker medium than air, by moving in the water the amount of resistance from the water can range from 4 to 44 times that of air. Using the resistance of the water in exercise is like exercising with weights or machines on land, but safer.
Buoyancy
In chest deep water, approximately 90% of your body weight is buoyant; therefore, you are bearing only 10% of your weight when you exercise. Exercise in the water is much safer on your joints and muscles; virtually stress-free.
Water Temperature
The water temperature is the same all year long. You do not need to contend with the variability of the elements; heat, cold, rain, snow, etc.
Cooling Effect
Because of your constant movement in the water, cool water is continually moving around you, washing away your sweat and cooling you while you are exercising. You never feel over-heated and sweaty.
Massaging Effect
The hydrostatic pressure; the pressure of the water on your body, joints, muscles and internal organs, massages and comforts your body while you exercise. You never feel fatigued.
Fitness
Cardiovascular Endurance, Muscular Strength and Endurance, Flexibility, Coordination, Agility Power and Balance are fitness components achievable for improving and maintaining your fitness level.
Therapeutic
Exercise in water safely enables and assists you in the recovery of injuries, surgeries and illnesses and helps combat the aging process.
Stress Release
Exercising in a soothing water environment gives you a chance to forget about the stresses of work, problems and other concerns and helps you relax.
Social
Aquatic exercise allows you to meet and be with other people...since your face is out of the water, you have the opportunity to communicate and make new friends.
Comfort
The cooling and massaging effects of exercising in the water make it a great place to workout without feeling fatigued.
Fun
Enjoy the diversion. The pool environment and facility atmosphere make water a great place to laugh and have fun while doing something great for your body.
Aquatic exercise class
Descriptions & Schedule
Pow (Poinds Off in Water)
Monday, Wednesday, & Friday 8:45 a.m. – 9:30 am
Monday & Wednesday 5:15 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Enjoy aerobics without the heavy impact on your joints. The resistance of the water is constantly working your entire body and it is fun!
Monday & Wednesday 5:15 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Enjoy aerobics without the heavy impact on your joints. The resistance of the water is constantly working your entire body and it is fun!
Hydro Fit (Deep Water Aerobics)
Monday, Wednesday & Friday 7:45 a.m. – 8:15 a.m.
Monday & Wednesday 6:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Suitable for any age and body type, working with weights and noodles in six foot deep water will help relieve stress and tone those problem areas without any impact on joints.
Monday & Wednesday 6:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Suitable for any age and body type, working with weights and noodles in six foot deep water will help relieve stress and tone those problem areas without any impact on joints.
Splash
Monday, Wednesday & Friday 10:00 - 10:45 am Lori
Take the big plunge into this new class called Splash! Get a great workout while you are having fun. Use different types of exercise for a full body workout and meet all of your body’s needs including: cardio, toning, balance, stretching and relaxation.
Take the big plunge into this new class called Splash! Get a great workout while you are having fun. Use different types of exercise for a full body workout and meet all of your body’s needs including: cardio, toning, balance, stretching and relaxation.
Aquacise
Tuesday & Thursday 9:45 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
This low impact class is a blast in the morning. Get a great workout at your own pace, with the use of weights and noodles. You are sure to feel more energized!
This low impact class is a blast in the morning. Get a great workout at your own pace, with the use of weights and noodles. You are sure to feel more energized!
Joint Effort
Tuesday & Thursday 8:30 a.m. – 9:15 a.m.
Monday & Wednesday 4:00 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.
The Arthritis Foundation has approved this water class for all ages to help loosen those sore and aching joints. Come join us to see the benefits of aquatic exercise.
Monday & Wednesday 4:00 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.
The Arthritis Foundation has approved this water class for all ages to help loosen those sore and aching joints. Come join us to see the benefits of aquatic exercise.
Water Walking
Monday, Wed. & Friday 8:15 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.
Monday, Wed. & Friday 9:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Monday, Wed. & Friday 11:15 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Tuesday & Thursday 7:45 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Tuesday & Thursday 9:15 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Monday & Wednesday 4:45 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.
Monday & Wednesday 6:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Monday, Wed. & Friday 9:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Monday, Wed. & Friday 11:15 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Tuesday & Thursday 7:45 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.
Tuesday & Thursday 9:15 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
Monday & Wednesday 4:45 p.m. - 5:15 p.m.
Monday & Wednesday 6:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Lap Swim
Monday thru Friday (deep) 6:50 a.m. - 7:45 a.m.
Monday & Wednesday (shallow) 6:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Monday & Wednesday (deep) 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Monday & Wednesday (shallow) 6:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Monday & Wednesday (deep) 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Aquatics Program Schedule |
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| MON. WED. FRI. MORNING | ||
| 6:50-7:45 | DEEP LAP SWIM | ELIZABETH |
| 7:45-8:15 | HYDRO FIT | ELIZABETH |
| 8:15-8:45 | WATER WALKING | LORI |
| 8:45-9:30 | POW | LORI |
| 9:30-10:00 | WATER WALKING | LORI |
| 10:00-10:45 | SPLASH | LORI |
| MON. WED. EVENING | ||
| 4:00-4:45 | JOINT EFFORT | LORI / HOLLY |
| 4:45-5:15 | WATER WALKING | LORI / HOLLY |
| 5:15-6:00 | POW | LORI / HOLLY |
| 6:00-6:30 | WATER WALKING & SHALLOW LAP SWIM | LORI / HOLLY |
| TUES. THURS. MORNING | ||
| 6:50-7:45 | LAP SWIM | LORI / HOLLY |
| 7:45-8:30 | WATER WALKING | LORI / HOLLY |
| 8:30-9:15 | JOINT EFFORT | LORI / HOLLY |
| 9:15-9:45 | WATER WALKING | LORI / HOLLY |
| 9:45-10:30 | AQUACISE | LORI / HOLLY |
Swim Lesson Class Descriptions
- Swim Lessons are offered on Tuesday and Thursday evenings and on Saturday mornings.
- Classes run in 8 week sessions and the schedule varies slightly each session depending on demand.
- We offer 6 sessions each calendar year.
American Red Cross Preschool Program:
- Parent Child - (6 months old to 2 years old)
A parent & child learn together to increase a child’s comfort level in the water & build a foundation of basic skills. (30 minute class) - Preschool Level 1 - (3 years old)
Orients children to the aquatic environment & helps them gain basic aquatic skills. (30 minute class) - Preschool Level 2 - (4 years old)
Helps children gain greater independence in their skills and develop more comfort in and around water. (30 minute class) - Preschool Level 3 - (5 years old)
Helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. (30 minute class)
American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program:
- Level 1 - Introduction to Water Skills
Helps participants feel comfortable in the water. (45 minute class) - Level 2 - Fundamental Aquatic Skills
Gives participants success with fundamental skills. (45 minute class) - Level 3 - Stroke Development
Builds on the skills in Level 2 through additional guided practice in deeper water. (45 minute class) - Level 4 - Stroke Improvement
Develops confidence in the skills learned and improves other aquatic skills. (45 minute class) - Level 5 - Stroke Refinement
Provides further coordination and refinement of strokes. (45 minute class) - Level 6 - Swimming and Skill Proficiency
Refines strokes so participants swim with ease, efficiency, power and smoothness over greater distances. (45 minute class)