Aqua fitness
The Sutherland Leisure Centre has state of the art, wet aquatic areas for aqua classes. Classes are fun and energetic featuring music everyone knows and loves. Classes range from 45 minutes to 55 minutes in duration.
Aquarobics classes have proved popular with people who may not have otherwise been involved in exercise. Aquarobics is an extremely enjoyable class from which many benefits such as rehabilitation, fitness and social integration can be gained.
Benefits
- Exercise in water is easier as it supports body weight
- Reduces stress on joints
- More comfortable environment to exercise in
- Allows a full range of movement without excessive strain
- Increases circulation and promotes relaxation
- Reduces stress levels
- Potential weight loss through caloric expenditure and increased muscle tissue
Class Descriptions
- Power - A high energy workout for overall fitness and toning guaranteed to increase the heart rate.
- Tone - A toning and firming class using weights and water as a resistance. Suitable for all fitness levels.
- Deep Water - Using buoyancy belts there is no impact on joints
- Gentle - Designed for seniors. Beneficial for those with blood pressure, arthritis, joint problems or injury rehabilitation.
- Seniors - Designed for the more active seniors
- Special needs - Designed for people suffering from MS, Stroke, Parkinsons and arthritis, back, hip and knee injury, pre and post operation.
What to bring?
Swimwear and towels are required.
Who can participate?
Aquarobics is for all levels. The program offers a variety of options so that you can work out at your own level. It is essential that each participant is able to swim.
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