Aqua fitness classes
Aqua fitness classes
Our aqua fitness and conditioning swim classes improve your range of motion, muscular strength, and cardiovascular fitness. Aqua fitness is easy on the joints and an excellent way to keep fit.
Benefits of aqua fitness
Aqua fitness is an excellent way to recover, rejuvenate and socialize.The properties of water protect your joints, work muscles and strengthen the heart. It can benefit every age and fitness level.
Improve your range of motion, strength, and cardio endurance. Increase your circulation, joint health and help manage your pain.
Conditioning swim courses offer improved fitness and swim times.
Winter registration dates
- 6 a.m. — Online (virtual waiting room opens at 5:30 a.m.)
- 8:30 a.m. — By calling the Customer Service Centre at 403-268-3800 (option 1)
- During business hours — At any City-operated Aquatic & Recreation or Arts facility
Types of aqua fitness classes
You can register online, in person at our Recreation facilities, or by calling
403-268-3800.
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You will take part in a variety of deep water workouts, circuits and tethering to improve your conditioning. Each class will grow in intensity to continue to improve your physical health.
Age: 13+
Prerequisite: Previous Deep Water Workout experience and a current baseline of fitness is recommended. Must be able to use the ladder to get in and out of the deep pool (please inquire beforehand if the facility has a lift)
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Increase the intensity of a standard deep-water workout by being tethered to a lane rope while wearing a floatation belt.
Age: 13+
Prerequisite: Must be comfortable in deep water without assistance and be able to use the ladder to get in and out of the pool (please inquire beforehand if the facility has a lift)
About our fitness instructors
Our aqua fitness instructors are certified and trained in how to use the properties of the water to improve fitness and wellness.
Our conditioning swim instructors are NCCP certified and many were competitive swimmers.
What are classes like?
Our classes offer safe, fun, and effective workouts for a variety of ages and abilities. You can expect to be supported and challenged by our passionate instructors.
Most classes range from forty-five minutes to one hour. Each session begins with a warm-up, which may vary between five to fifteen minutes depending on the temperature of the pool, length, and style of class. A cardio portion follows the warm-up and ranges between fifteen to forty-five minutes.
Many classes also include strength exercises that may involve optional use of aqua dumbbells, noodles and other equipment. Classes finish with a warm-down and range-of-motion portion to help you relax and rejuvenate.
Conditioning Swim classes will have a warm-up set, a set that includes a variety of swim drills and some stroke improvement tips followed by a cool down set.
Come prepared
Please bring:
- A water bottle
- For conditioning swim bring goggles - swim cap is optional
- Towel and personal hygiene products
All equipment is provided, however you may bring your own deep water belt (for DWW classes) or handle paddles (for conditioning swim) if you wish.
More fitness classes
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We have a variety of inspiring fitness classes to help you stay healthy and active in the water or in a studio.
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Improve your fitness, strength and health in our dance inspired classes that are equal parts fun and fitness.