WATER FITNESS

Water exercise, adult swim lessons (it's NEVER too late) and adapted exercise for those with disabilities or in rehabilitation are some of the water-based activities available at the Y.

FEELS GREAT WITH LOW IMPACT

The pool is great for exercise because the water offers resistance while reducing the impact of land-based exercises. Water exercise classes are a fun way to exercise, and the low-impact workout builds strength and flexibility for people of all ages.

Aqua Aerobics

Complete water fitness class using a variety of exercises and equipment. Activities may include dance, calisthenics, walking, and kicking. Intensity and impact can be varied on an individual basis. Each class consists of warm-up, aerobic, cool-down, muscle toning and flexibility segments. Class may take place in shallow water, deep water or a combination of shallow and deep water.

Aqua Arthritis

AFYAP (Arthritis Foundation: YMCA Aquatic Program) This is a soothing exercise class specifically designed for those with arthritis. This class focuses on building strength, balance, and flexibility for those with arthritis. The class uses unique equipment and exercises to help participants get a work out while not causing additional pain. All exercises are low impact in shallow water. This class is instructed by a certified Arthritis Foundation instructor. The instructor is certified by the YMCA and the National Arthritis Foundation.

Aqua Zumba

Burn calories and tone muscle in this fast paced low impact Aqua Aerobics Class. Much like dry land Zumba, workouts incorporate Latin dance. This class is for beginners and athletes alike.