Water Fitness

Dates and Formats

Sat, June 14, 8:30am - cardio strength - Susan

Sat, June 14, 9:30am - yoga stretch - Susan

Mon, June 16, 5:30pm - cardio strength - Susan

Wed, June 18, 5:30pm - yoga stretch - Susan

Sat, June 28, 8:30am - cardio strength - Judy

Sat, June 28, 9:30am - yoga stretch - Judy

Sat, July 5, 8:30am - cardio strength - Susan

Sat, July 5, 9:30am - yoga stretch - Susan

Mon, July 7, 5:30pm - cardio strength - Susan

Wed, July 9, 5:30pm - yoga stretch - Susan

Sat, July 12, 8:30am - cardio strength - Susan

Sat, July 12, 9:30am - yoga stretch - Susan

Mon, July 14, 5:30pm - cardio strength - Susan

Wed, July 16, 5:30pm - yoga stretch - Susan

Sat, July 19, 8:30am - cardio strength - Susan

Sat, July 19, 9:30am - yoga stretch - Susan

Mon, July 21, 5:30pm - cardio strength - Susan

Sat, July 26, 8:30am - cardio strength - Judy

Sat, July 26, 9:30am - yoga stretch - Judy

Sat, Aug 2, 8:30am - cardio strength - Susan

Sat, Aug 2, 9:30am - yoga stretch - Susan

Mon, Aug 4, 5:30pm - cardio strength - Susan

Wed, Aug 6, 5:30pm - yoga stretch - Susan

Sat, Aug 9, 8:30am - cardio strength - Susan

Sat, Aug 9, 9:30am - yoga stretch - Susan

Mon, Aug 11, 5:30pm - cardio strength - Susan

Wed, Aug 13, 5:30pm - yoga stretch - Susan

Sat, Aug 16, 8:30am - cardio strength - Susan

Sat, Aug 16, 9:30am - yoga stretch - Susan

Mon, Aug 18, 5:30pm - cardio strength - Susan

Wed, Aug 20, 6:30pm - yoga stretch - Susan

Sat, Aug 23, 8:30am - cardio strength - Susan

Sat, Aug 23, 9:30am - yoga stretch - Susan

Mon, Aug 25, 6:30pm - cardio strength - Susan

Wed, Aug 27, 6:30pm - yoga stretch - Susan

Sat, Aug 30, 8:30am - cardio strength - Susan

Sat, Aug 30, 9:30am - yoga stretch - Susan

Cost: $8 / class / BRC member; $15 / class / non-member who is a guest of a member
Saturday classes: attend both classes and get a discount! $10 / member; $20 / non-member who is a guest of a member

Pay on the day. No need to sign up: just come!

*Format (aqua yoga or aerobic water fitness) may change at the request of participants, temperature or other conditions.

Water Fitness Instructor

Susan Harvey

SHFitness4u
ACE certified Personal Trainer
AFAA certified Group Fitness Instructor
AEA certified Aquatic Fitness Professional

Water Fitness Class Format Descriptions and Benefits:

Benefits of Water Fitness:

provides freedom in multi-planar movement
lessens weight bearing & downward pull of gravity allowing easier movement than on land
reduces swelling and is easier on the cardiovascular system due to water’s hydrostatic pressure
increases blood and oxygen supply to muscles
lowers blood pressure through consistent exercise
stimulates the central nervous system
provides tactile feedback and sensory functioning
offers healing and improved immune response
improves mood and reduces stress
allows a greater sense of security with less fear of falling or injury
trains the brain with improved memory & cognitive function through use of music, choreography, and smiles
matches or surpasses benefits of land training with equal effort

Water Fitness: 60-minute strength & cardio class designed for all levels and abilities with optional modifications. A mix of exercises focus on balance, posture, flexibility and core. Class format is varied including kickboxing, dance, aqua brain training, and Tabata. No swimming experience needed.

Aqua Yoga: 60 minute low impact class of yoga poses and breathing techniques adapted for water. Focus is on core strength, muscle activation, body alignment, lengthening of spine and flexibility. Spiritual teaching is not included. This class is great for people desiring improved mobility and movement with minimal impact on joints.