All ages and fitness levels can benefit from aquatic exercise. While the water will protect and lessen impact on the joints, the water also surrounds the body with constant resistance to build strength, endurance, and increase flexibility. Jump in and join us! The pool is for everyone!
The JCC offers aquatic fitness classes — both deep and shallow water workouts — for a variety of fitness levels and to those with specialized conditions. Classes are free to all members. Specialty classes may be offered throughout the year for an additional fee. In addition, personal training sessions and rehabilitation opportunities are available by appointment.
For our Aquatic Fitness Class and other schedules:
Aquatic Fitness Classes
Each class listed below contains a description as well as the fitness level that is targeted. Although swimming skills are not required to participate in classes, individuals attending should feel comfortable in the water. For more information regarding the class description or personal ability levels, contact Jeanna Brownlee at (614) 231-2731 or jbrownlee@columbusjcc.org.
Basic Moves (all levels)
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 8:15 a.m.
A shallow water class designed to meet the needs of a variety of fitness levels. Although this class is taught in the shallow area, participants are instructed with options on varying impact. All the components of exercise – strength, endurance, flexibility, and cardiovascular training – will be met in this class with additional focus on balance, coordination, and agility. A great workout and a fun class for everyone!
Deep and Shallow Combo Class (all levels, geared toward intermediate)
Wednesdays and Fridays, from 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.
Explore the options of the aquatic environment with the best of both ends of the pool. Participants will use the deep water to increase strength and flexibility by targeting the large muscle groups of the body, while also obtaining a great cardio workout. To add variety, the shallow area also will be used for additional strengthening activities focusing on the upper body. Interval and circuit work also may be included in this class. Bouyancy belts will be used as well as other equipment options. Class participants must be comfortable in deep water.
Deep Water Basics (all levels, geared toward intermediate)
Tuesdays, 7 p.m.
A no impact workout held in the deep end of the pool. Bouyancy belts will provide folation to allow for free movement of the arms and legs. Participants will work the cardiovascular system as well as gain muscular strength, endurance and flexibility through the use of basic traveling movements and patterns in the water. Portions of the class may be in the shallow area so that specific equipment options may be explored.
Hydro-Power Deep (intermediate to advance)
Tuesdays and Thursdays, from 10 to 11 a.m.
Come experience the ultimate, no impact workout held in the deep water! This class will be an intense cardio workout utilizing the natural properties of the water to increase strength, endurance, and flexibility. Bouyancy belts will be used to allow free movement of the arms and legs. Cardiovascular conditioning will be emphasized while the entire body is strengthened and core stabilization is targeted. Give this class a try and see what an intense workout you can get in the pool. Great for cross-training or to add variety to your workout routine!
Arthritis Plus (all levels)
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11:15 a.m. to noon
This class will focus on using slow controlled movements to increase range of motion and reduce pain. Participants may notice an increase in muscular strength, endurance, balance, and coordination leading to an improved ability to perform daily tasks. This program is designed for individuals with arthritis, fibromyalgia, Parkinson’s, orthopedic or neurological conditions, or for anyone just beginning an exercise program.
