Nishna Valley Family YMCA

Adult Aquatic Programs

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Water Cardio

An aqua class with a kick!  Always something different, but guaranteed to give you a great cardiovascular and toning workout.  Walking may be done in the deep water or the shallow.  Be prepared for some splashing and a terrific workout!  Floatation belts provided.
Time: 8:15-9:00am, Tuesdays and Thursdays
Instructor: Melanie Dunphy
Fee: Free to members; Daily fee for public
 
Arthritis Foundation YMCA Aquatic Program
 
This is a recreational exercise program with a wellness concept for people with arthritis to manage symptoms, maintain independence and enjoy life.  This program is helpful with improving muscle strength, endurance, flexibility, manage pain and relieve symptoms of arthritis.  This program is designed for people of any age living with arthritis or other related diseases.  All participants must have a signed medical release form from their doctor.
Time: 10:00-10:45am, Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays
Instructor: Melanie Dunphy
Fee: Free to members; Daily fee for public

 
Aqua-Tone
 
This full body workout is a combination of cardio endurance, muscle conditioning, and interval training.  A variety of equipment is used, including water noodles and water weights.  Any age is welcome.  There is some splashing in this class.
Time: 8:15-9:00am, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
Instructor: Jess Ehrman
Fee: Free to members; Daily fee for public
 
Hydro-Fit
 
An aqua class with a kick!  Always something different but guaranteed to give you a great cardio and toning workout.  Water weights and noodles will be incorporated into your workout.  This class will work you from beginning to end!
Time: 4:30-5:15pm, Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday
Instructor: Jess Ehrman/Emily Hoegh
Fee: Free to members; Daily fee for public 

Early Bird Water Workout
 
This class is for all fitness levels.  A variety of water exercises which combine aerobic conditioning and water toning.  Something different all the time.
Time: 6:00-6:45am, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays

Instructor: Leslie Haynes
Fee: Free to members; Daily fee for public

 

Private Swimming Lessons are always available.  They are for people of any age.  You will get one on one instruction.  Private lessons allow the instructor to give their student 100% of her or his attention.  Our instructors will evaluate each swimmer and plan lessons according to the participants particular strengths and weaknesses.  With private lessons, you can pick a time that works in your schedule.  Please be aware, if a participant fails to come at a scheduled time without advance notice, the session is still counted. 
 
     Fee: $60 members; $80 non-members consisting of 6 lessons, each 30 minutes long