Ageless Aqua is my Friday morning class that meets at 10:00 a.m. and is a water fitness class for active seniors. It focuses on enhancing movement, strengthening muscles and increasing participant’s range of motion and improving balance. Music provides the backdrop for an enjoyable class that is designed to get everyone moving. Modifications will be demonstrated for all fitness levels. 50+. Keep in mind this class is low cardio.
Aquasize meets on Tuesday and Thursday at 6:30 p.m. This class provides a workout that incorporates the use of buoyancy equipment such as noodles, buoyancy belts/cuffs and hand buoys. Class activities include stretching, cardio, toning, strength training, and abdominal workouts. Music is used to make it lively and fun. Modifications will be demonstrated for all fitness levels. 18+
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Appropriate swim wear is required. No shorts, cutoffs, or items with metal fasteners, rivets, zippers or buckles.
To register in person: See Diane, Carol, or Anne at 8th Ave Senior Center or call Diane Leaf and she will help you register online with a credit card at 352-401-3916.
To register online:
Go to http://recreationandparks.ocalafl.org
Click on the big red button that says ONLINE REGISTRATION, Recreation and Parks Online Registration.
1. Request an account and register by filling in all the fields. Be sure not to leave anything blank or it will not accept it.
2. They will send you an email (to the address you told them). Go to your email and click on the link to confirm your account.
3. Once you have done that, on the log in screen you can check the box 'Remember Me' and click Sign In. Clicking the box will keep you from having to fill it in every time.
4. A list will come up. Look under the heading Other Services and click on Register for Programs.
5. Once the big table comes up if you click on the down arrow beside Locations and choose Hampton Aquatic Fun Center it will make it easier to locate the water fitness classes you want.
6. FYI: The Aquability class on the list is designed for those with disabilities & is led by folks other than me.
7. The Seniors class is called Ageless Aqua and it is now available for sign up. It will run from June 3 – July 22 on Fridays at 10:00 a.m. The second session is from July 29 – Sept 16.
8. Registration for Aquacize classes is available for sign up! The class meets every Tuesday and Thursday at 6:30 p.m. The first session runs from Tuesday, June 7, 2011 to Thursday, June 30, 2011. The second session is from July 5, 2011 to Thursday, July 28, 2011. Third session will be August 2, 2011 to Thursday, August 25, 2011. The last session starts September 6, 2011 and ends on Thursday, September 29, 2011
9. I advise all participants to wear a visor or ball cap, sunglasses and a good sun block.
10. If it rains, we will still hold class. If it is thundering and lightening we will most likely cancel class. Diane Leaf is the contact person for weather questions.
Water fitness – Aqua Aerobics – Aquacize. Exercising in the water goes by many names. They all mean working out in the water is great! Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned athlete, I believe there is a way for you to use the water to stay active or to add variety to your fitness routine.
