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Pool ยป Water Aerobics Class Descriptions
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Water Aerobics Class Descriptions

Water Aerobics - This shallow water workout includes calisthenics style movements with variations of upper and lower body resistive moves. You will march, jog, kick, jacks and jump through the water to create resistance to improve cardiovascular fitness, muscular endurance and flexibility. Each instructor uses his/her creativity to keep the pace moving and the activities interesting.  As the participant, you determine your own intensity by deciding how hard to manipulate the water. (50 minutes)  Appropriate for individuals who have moderate to good fitness levels, individuals with controlled medical conditions who can manage some impact, individuals who enjoy intense use of all muscle groups, athletes and swimmers looking for an aqua alternative.

River Aerobics - This is water aerobics in the River. It will challenge both balance and coordination to keep the intensity level up. You must be strong enough to resist the push of moving water to enjoy this workout. (50 minutes)  Appropriate for individuals who have moderate to good fitness levels, individuals with controlled medical conditions who can manage some impact, individuals who enjoy intense use of all muscle groups, athletes and swimmers looking for an aqua alternative.

Basic Arthritis Water Exercise - Arthritis Foundation water workouts presented by a certified Arthritis Foundation Instructor. This recreational program includes exercises to improve the participant's overall function and performance of daily task, mobility, gait, independence, flexibility, balance and coordination. Low intensity endurance such as walking is included to prevent chilling.  (45 minutes)  Appropriate for individuals with arthritis (moderate to severe joint involvement) and other related diseases as well as sedentary adults who are generally de-conditioned and cannot endure sustained activity.  It may not be sufficiently challenging for individuals with minimal or mild joint involvement.

Arthritis PLUS Water Exercise - This recreational exercise class includes exercises from the Basic Arthritis Class in addition to an endurance component with longer periods of increased, sustained activity. The exercises are performed at a low to moderate rate of intensity. This program is not intended to replace or substitute for any therapeutic exercise program prescribed by your health professional. (45 minutes)  Appropriate for individuals with mild joint involvement who are able to sustain moderate levels of intensity and longer periods of endurance exercise.

Deep Water Interval Training - Prepare yourself for the ultimate "No Impact" workout. We will use selected flotation devices for suspension in deep water and create a challenging aerobic interval workout using adaptations jogging, cross country skiing, bicycling, kicking, tilting and jacks. Expect powerful moves and full range of motion to improve your strength, cardiovascular fitness, and flexibility.  (45 minutes)  Appropriate for individuals with moderate fitness levels who have some swimming skill and/or need to reduce impact during the workout.

 

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