Water Fitness Classes
Why Water Fitness?
The Bath Area Family YMCA’s Water Fitness Program offers a variety of classes for all fitness levels, from beginning participants and health seekers to athletes looking for new cross-training opportunities.
The movement of the body through water provides resistance during a workout. While calories are being burned, every muscle is exercised. Water also disperses heat more efficiently, so there is less chance of overheating during a workout.
On land, the force of gravity makes weight bearing more painful because of the compression of the joints in the arms, legs, and abdomen. Because water makes us more buoyant, the pain caused by these forces on the body is eliminated. This creates an extremely effective, but still lower impact (and therefore less painful) alternative to land-based fitness.
For a fun, challenging, and effective workout, check out our aquatic exercise classes below.
Mer-people
This class will keep you on your toes and on the move! Join us for a revitalizing hour of aerobic, strengthening, and stretching activities. Treat yourself to new energy and new friends as you tone, shape, and firm. Easy entry stairs are provided for getting in and out of the pool. Swimming skills are not necessary, and it is not necessary to get your face wet.
Session: Any
Class Time: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 10:45 a.m.-12 p.m.
Cost: Members Free; Community $15
Aqua Strength & Balance
Balance... the ability to control your body positioning. Imbalance... a primary contributor to fall risks. Balance is directly connected to our core strength. Join us in our Instructional/Therapy Pool for a class that will use basic movements and gentle exercises to increase your strength and improve overall balance. This class is open to all ages. Swimming skills are not necessary.
Session: Any
Class Time: Mondays 8-8:45 a.m.
Cost: Members Free; Community $15
Deep Water Aerobics
Discover the fitness and therapeutic benefits of our deep water program which strengthens and builds muscle tone without impacting your joints and muscles. This class promotes flexibility, muscle toning, proper breathing, and body alignment and appreciation. No swimming ability is required, however, participants must be comfortable in deep water. Class will use Aqua-Joggers and foam barbells. belts will be provided or you may bring your own. This program is held in the deep-end of the pool. Give your joints and muscles a rest and join in on the deep water fun!
Session: Any
Class Time: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 10-10:45 a.m.
Cost: Members Free; Community $15
Masters Group Swim
Join us for a fun and challenging group workout by improving your speed and endurance/ Workouts are adapted for swimmers of different abilities and experiences, but all swimmers should be able to swim 1,500 yards comfortably.
Session: Any
Class Time: Tuesdays & Thursdays 12-1 p.m.
Cost: Members Free; Community $15
H20 Aerobics
This 45-minute intensive workout provides a variety of activities ranging from dance routines to boxing to keep your workout exciting. Uses shallow water. Class is held in the Therapy Pool during the Swim Team season (winter sessions).
Session: All
Class Time: Not currently offered
Cost: Members Free; Community $15
Splash and Dash
Come join us for an early-morning workout! Jump-start your day and still get to where you need to be on time. This 30-minute class can be used as a stand-alone program or an addition to your morning lap swim or exercise routine!
Session: All
Class Time: Tuesdays & Thursdays 7-7:45 a.m.
Cost: Members Free; Community $15
YMCA Aqua Arthritis Program (YAAP)
This program provides a steady workout, incorporating movements designed to encourage range of motion and develop increased flexibility.
Our National Arthritis Foundation certified instructors provide a steady workout, incorporating movements designed to promote functional endurance, encourage range of motion, and develop increased flexibility. All ages are welcome!
Session: Any
Class Time: Tuesdays & Thursdays 11-11:45 a.m.
Fee: Members Free; Community $15