Aquatics

AQUATICS

Pool Rules

1 . Any children seven years of age or younger must be within arm’s reach of an adult 16 years of age or older, and the parent / guardian MUST be in the water . No swim tests are allowed until child is eight years old . 2 . Anybody eight years and older who show signs of weak swimming may be asked to use a lifejacket or can challenge the swim test . If the swim test is completed then no lifejacket and no adult supervision is required . If the swim test is not passed, patron must wear a lifejacket .

Swim Test (as recommended by the Lifesaving Society):

Sixty seconds treading water with head fully out of the water, immediately followed by 25 meters swim without stopping .

Please note: • Must take a head to toe shower with soap before entering the pool . • Consult and get permission from your doctor if you have a medical condition, are pregnant or are 65+ years . • Max . of three children under 8 years may be supervised by one caregiver, 16+ years . • No urinating in or fouling the pool . • Children 0-2 years and anyone incontinent must wear a swim diaper and waterproof pool pants . • No diving in shallow end . • No outdoor shoes . • No glass, food, gum or drink . • No running, rough play, offensive behaviour or foul language . Do not use pool if you: • Have been told not to by a regional health authority or doctor . • Have diarrhea or have had diarrhea in the past two weeks . • Have an infectious or communicable disease, sores, and / or wounds . • Are under the influence of drugs or alcohol . IF YOU FEEL DIZZINESS, FATIGUE, HEADACHE, OR NAUSEA LEAVE THE POOL IMMEDIATELY AND FIND ASSISTANCE

One long, loud whistle blast means clear the pool.

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DROP-IN Aqua Healing Ages 18+

All you need is a bathing suit! This class is designed to help with pre- and postoperative pain, arthritis, and any other chronic condition . The focus is on balance, core, and range of motion . With increased flexibility comes increased ability to participate more in the life activities you want to do . Buoyancy decreases stress and weight, while allowing more safe movement in a warm pool . Conducted in the shallower water with no bouncing; this class is safe and fun for anyone . Mondays / Wednesdays Jan .10-Mar .16 10:00-10:50am (19 classes, no class Feb .21) $95/Member $113/Public 8446 Drop-in fee: $10/Member & Public

If you are interested in CERTIFICATION and STANDARD FIRST AID classes contact: Darrian Doucet, Aquatics Manager at aquatics@cjcc.ca

AQUATICS

FREE FOR Aqua Fitness MEMBERS We offer a large selection of aqua fitness classes FREE to our members . The general public may pay a drop-in fee (see page 9) to attend the class . Experience a fitness class in the pool! Water has a thousand times more resistance to that of air so it can provide an awesome workout . It is suitable for everyone as all movements use the body’s own resistance . Our aqua fitness classes are 50 minutes in length and are led by a team of highlyqualified instructors . The components of all fitness classes include: a warm up, cardiovascular conditioning, muscle and core strengthening, and stretching . There is an average of 17 aqua fitness classes that run weekly . They vary in intensity and fitness level so as to meet the needs and abilities of all our adult and older members . See page 31 for class descriptions . exercISE WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED

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Aqua Fitness Class Descriptions

Aqua Unleashed This high intensity workout is intended to keep your heart pumping and push you past your limits . Come join us for a blend of cardio and resistance training to improve your endurance and strength .

Aqua Variety A challenging class offering a variety of formats and styles . May include deep water workout, Tabata, tether, interval, boot camp, circuit, shallow or Aqua Zen .

Aqua Zen A shallow water aquafit experience that encourages peace and vitality through a variety of movements that inspires harmony within the mind, body and spirit . This holistic, wellness-based class focuses on mindfulness and range of motion while improving balance and body awareness . Find your zen while receiving all of the tranquility that the water has to offer . As You Choose Participants are free to choose to work out in the deep water wearing a flotation belt or in the shallow water with their feet on the floor . With careful attention and preparation, the instructor is able to teach to all participants . AQUATICS

Deep Water Workout Wearing a floatation belt, you submerge yourself in the deep end of a pool for a deep water workout! While your deep water aerobics class has a low impact on your joints, it has an enormous impact on your cardiovascular system with the help of the resistance in the water . Class formats may vary between Tabata, circuit, boot camp or interval .

Shallow Water Workout Activate your aqua urge for exercise! This class is held in the pool’s shallow end in chest-deep water so your feet are always touching the floor . Shallow water workouts improve agility, coordination, flexibility and cardiovascular endurance . Equipment may be used to develop strength and balance .

View the Aqua Fitness schedule at calgaryjcc.com

Tether Deep Water Workout Aquafit enthusiasts will benefit from this fun cardiovascular workout in the deep water! There is a strong focus on core stability while performing deep water moves which will result in increased intensity . Participants will find themselves tethered to a lane rope with a bungee cord attached to a belt . Great for beginner to advanced!

For information about aqua fitness classes contact Darrian Doucet: 403-444-3147 • aquatics@cjcc.ca