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Aqua Fitness Descriptions

If it is raining, aquatics classes WILL be held.
Classes will only be canceled in the event of thunder and lightning.

Passes, admits & parking permits are NOW available with online registration.
Please allow one week for processing.

Adults 62 years and older receive a 10% Senior Discount  on Community Education, Recreation and Aquatic classes.

Pool Procedure: An instructor and lifeguard must be present at all times when patrons are in the pool. Please do not enter the water until your instructor and lifeguard have arrived on the pool deck.

Aquakinetics
In the warm pool, participants are led through a series of exercises designed to increase range of motion and flexibility. Moderate aerobic exercises are added to the Higher Intensity class to increase cardiovascular fitness. A great class for seniors, people recovering from injuries and/or arthritic conditions who are capable of participating in a fitness program without assistance.

Aqua Aerobics
Workout at your own pace and have fun at the same time. Option of low to high intensity aerobic exercises. This is a great class for adults looking to maintain or jump-start a fitness program.

Aqua Power Aerobics
This fast-paced class is designed to combine aerobic conditioning (and calorie burning) with strength training, muscular endurance and flexibility. It is not necessary to get the face or hair wet (or to know how to swim) to participate in this invigorating workout in the shallow end of the main pool.

Prenatal Water Aerobics
Prenatal Water Aerobics is designed for pre or postnatal women who want a safe and effective way to stay in shape. The class is based on the guidelines established by the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. The format includes a pre-stretch, cardiovascular warm-up, aerobic segment, cool down toning and post-stretch designed to help pregnant women maintain current levels of fitness. This workout is held in the shallow end of the main pool.
** A medical release is required for participation in the Prenatal Water Aerobics class. Bring the medical release (signed by your doctor) with you on the 1st day of class. Call 546-3132 to receive packet with medical release form.

Deep Water Workout
This class is a deep-water workout suitable for all ages and levels of fitness AND designed to challenge both the cardiovascular and muscular systems. The workouts include lap swimming, water walking, water jogging and invigorating non-impact deep-water exercises in the deep end of the main pool. Basic swimming skills are needed. Swim goggles are recommended. Exercise equipment is provided.

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Send your Aquatics questions/comments/suggestions to: Kirk Carmichael

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