Adult Water Classes
Meter Conversion
| Distance | Meters |
| 1 lap | 50 |
| 2 laps | 100 |
| 8 laps | 400 (1/4 mile) |
| 9 laps | 450 |
| 16 laps | 800 (1/2 mile) |
| 18 laps | 900 |
| 32 laps | 1,600 (one mile) |
| 36 laps | 1,800 |
NEW CLASS!!! Aqua Kickboxing
Come and punch and kic your way through an effective intensity workout in the pool leaving joint impact behind. Fun and easy to learn!
Arthritis Water Exercise Class
The Arthritis Foundation YMCA Aquatic Program (AFYAP). The two organizations came together to create an exercise program with a wellness concept for people with arthritis to manage symptoms, maintain independence, and enjoy life. AFYAP is a recreational program designed to accommodate the abilities of individuals with arthritis. The exercises and activities encourage self-care, provide social interaction, and improve muscle strength, endurance, and flexibility. The class is not limited to those with arthritis, but welcomes anyone who wants all the benefits this class has to offer.
Aquarobics
YMCA water fitness classes, designed for cardio, musculoskeletal, improve flexibility, range of motion, and strengthening using the water. Both swimmers and non-swimmers can enjoy this water workout with background music. The class floatation belts, boards, and noodles, for added resistance. Water gloves and weights are available to help participants achieve their workout goals.
Prenatal Water Class
A fun, safe, low-impact exercise program you can follow all nine months!! Exercising in the water is ideal for pregnant women because the water’s buoyancy requires you to support only 50 percent of your body weight. It reduces the risk of stress-related injuries, helps with the swelling of hands, and feet and helps reduce back pain. You do not need to be able to swim to participate in this class.
National Multiple Sclerosis Aquatic Program
The YMCA has teamed up with the MS Society to create an aquatic program for people with Multiple Sclerosis. The purpose of an aquatic recreational program is socialization and exercise, and is intended to meet goals such as increased function and sense of well-being. The aquatic program provides an opportunity to maintain mobility, prevent secondary symptoms of MS, maintain or improve flexibility, maximize muscle strength, and maintain or increase endurance potential. “Class members report improved balance, coordination, and strength with “fewer falls.”