The Sonoma County Family YMCA : Aquatics Programs

ADULT OPEN EXERCISE

Time reserved for patrons (15 yrs+) to use the pool for an independent workout.

AQUA EXERCISE / AEROBICS

Instructor-led water fitness class. Includes active warm-up, cardiovascular conditioning, muscle toning and cool down. Enjoy reduced impact on joints from the buoyancy of the water.

SENIOR EXERCISE

A low-impact cardiovascular workout with emphasis on improving flexibility and range of motion. Supportive swim wear and pool shoes are recommended.

ARTHRITIS WATER EXERCISE

The Arthritis Aquatic Program is a recreational class which is offered in two heated pools and provides the opportunity for people with arthritis to meet others who also have arthritis and to have fun! Non-swimmers and swimmers are welcome and you won't get your hair wet.

This program consists of range-of-motion and muscle-strengthening exercises in warm water. All of the exercises are designed to be within the capabilities of the majority of people with arthritis. Supportive swim wear and pool shoes are recommended. Monthly registration required for Basic and Non-Members.

ADAPTIVE AQUATICS

Dr. Katy Ha serves all ages with all disabilities and challenges through a warm water movement program. Participants need to be accompanied by a parent or caretaker. A support group meeting follows every class. The chair lift is available for assistance into the pool.

FEES (10 session punch tickets)
$38 Member
$50 Program Member
$63 Non-member
5 sessions available at half price

MOMMY-TO-BE / PRENATAL YOGA
PRE-POST NATAL EXERCISE

Mommy-to-Be Pre/Post Natal Aquatics class is offered Mon/Wed 6:00 - 7:00 PM and Fri 9:00 - 9:55 AM. These classes support women interested in enhancing their delivery and recovery by preparing the body through regular, low-intensity exercise. 0 - 3 lanes will be present during the Pre/Post Natal classes.

Prenatal Yoga land class is offered Mondays from 5:30 - 6:30 PM in the Conference Room. This class provides body awareness that will give you the physical and metal strength to prepare for labor and delivery. Helps control weight gain, ease back pain and teach valuable breathing and relaxation techniques.

Register and purchase a punch card in the Member Center. Punch cards are good for either class and include one nutritional counsultation a month. Call the Aquatics Director at 545-9622 ext 3126 with any questions.

FAMILY SWIM

Open to children and adults.
Children age 6 and under must have an adult in the water with them at all times.
Children ages 7-9, who can swim unassisted, must have an adult in the pool area while they are swimming.
Children ages 10-12 must have an adult in the YMCA facility while they are in the pool.
If the child cannot swim, an adult must be in the pool with the child. Any child wearing a Coast Guard approved life jacket must be accompanied by an adult regardless of swimming ability or age. Any floatation device must be coastguard approved.
Approved swim pants are required for all children under 3 years old. Diapers are not permitted.
Everyone is required to shower before entering the pool.

LAP SWIM

For patrons (13 yrs+).
Lanes are divided by speed (Slow, Medium, Medium Fast, Fast).
Walkers may use the slow lane if they maintain a forward, continuous lap progression.
Lap swim guidelines are posted in the pool area.
The lifeguard reserves the right to make lane assignments when necessary.

LAP SWIM (FAMILY)

Family Lap Swim is a time when families can swim laps together. Must be 15 years of age or older unless approved by Aquatic Director or with the Lifeguard's discretion.
Pool lanes are marked by speed (Slow, Medium, Medium Fast, & Fast). Lap swimmers must maintain a forward, continuous progression in the lane. For your safety, please swim in the appropriate lane.
Lifeguard will make lane assignments when necessary.

SWIM LESSONS

The YMCA Swim Lesson Program is designed to teach children stroke development, aquatic safety, self-confidence and teamwork. Participants are taught in a noncompetitive environment. Each child will progress at his or her own pace.

Because each level builds on skills taught in previous levels, it is important to place your child in the correct level.

It is also important not to progress the child to the next level until he or she is physically and mentally ready and can perform the skills at his or her current level proficiently. Some levels are more difficult than others and may take several sessions to complete all the skills necessary to move to the next level.

Private Swim Lessons
Private swim lessons provide one-on-one or two-on-one (semi-private) instruction for youth and adults. Days and times available are limited. For more information, please inquire with the Swim Lesson Coordinator at 545-9622 ext. 3124.

Registration Procedures

You must bring your membership card to register.
Classes must be paid in full at the time of registration.
Priority registration is given to YMCA Members.
Requests for refunds or credits must be submitted at least 72 hours before the swim class is to begin. An appeal to this policy due to exceptional circumstances only will be considered by the Aquatics Director. All refunds will incur a $10 processing fee. Class transfers will incur a $5 processing fee

Sonoma County Family YMCA - 1111 College Avenue, Santa Rosa, CA 95404 (707) 545-9622

501c3 not-for-profit charitable organization.

Financial assistance is offered on a sliding scale providing access to those unable to pay.