Adult Aquatics Programs

The purpose of water exercise programs is to encourage people of all ages to utilize the buoyant qualities of water to enhance their physical fitness through exercise. Many adults have already discovered that the swimming pool is the long-sought fountain of youth. Water can make some movements possible that would be very difficult on land. It increases physical strength and endurance without putting stress and strain on joints.

Water Fitness
For swimmers and non-swimmers alike, this shallow water program focuses on fitness and fun.

Water Work (outs) This is a water program that offers a total body water work-out.

Aqua Jogging This course takes place suspended in the deep end of the pool supported by a buoyancy belt.

Arthritis Foundation/YMCA Aquatic Program  Sanctioned by the Arthritis Foundation
The goal of this class is to increase range of motion, strengthen, and increase endurance/conditioning in participants through exercise.

SCUBA Diving Class (minimum age 14)
Learn how to SCUBA dive at the YMCA! This PADI approved course will teach participants the basics of open water SCUBA diving in a safe pool environment. Class involves both classroom and pool sessions. Equipment rentals and class materials will be available through the instructor.

Adult Swim Lessons
This instructional class is for all adults looking to overcome their fear of water. Start learning basic strokes or stroke improvement. The class is designed to give one-on-one feedback with practice time for individuals to develop at their own pace.

Masters Swim Program
Looking to get back into competitive swimming? Practices will be set up to meet each individual's skill and ability.  This program is also good triathlon training.

Private Swim Lessons
30 minutes of one-on-one instruction available for ages 3 to adult.

Contact your local branch for more information or view your branch's program brochure.

Our Central Brockton Branch offers:

 

Adult Lap

All abilities of swimmers 18 years or older are welcome to participate.

 

Aqua Splash

This is a low impact water aerobics class, modified for most levels of fitness.  A great alternative to floor aerobics, for those members who are looking for a kinder workout on their joints and muscles.  It includes a full body workout, stretching and muscle conditioning.

 

Water Walking

This is a unique type of exercise that offers swimmers and non-swimmers the benefits of aquatic workouts.  Great daily workouts or injury prevention/rehabilitation.  (Vests and instruction are provided by Old Colony YMCA staff.)

 

Yoga Splash

Strenghten your core and stretch those muscles in this Yoga inspired aqua class.