Morris Center YMCA - Serving Morristown, Morris Township, Ceder Knolls, Morris Plains, Whippany, Convent Station, East Hanover, Mendham, Chester and parts of Harding Township
Aquatics
Adult Classes


Fall

Session 2008

For registration dates and procedures,

click on Aquatics in the left sidebar.

Adult Swim Lessons
Beginner and Intermediate

(Ages 13 and up)

Beginner
This class will concentrate on water adjustment in deep water, treading water and rotary breathing.

  Saturday 10:40-11:25 am

Adult Intermediate Swim

This class will work on stroke improvement and endurance so participants can swim laps at their own pace.

  Tuesday 11:30-12:15 pm
  Saturday 10:40-11:25 am

*NEW* Pre-natal and Post-natal Aquasize class

Oh baby! Enjoy exercise and wellness in the pool for new moms and moms to be. The focus is on upper and lower abdominal exercises as well as the upper body. Strengthen your muscles, increase flexibility, stretch and enjoy moderate cardio all under the watchful direction of a certified instructor. This is a great class that helps you feel good before and after pregnancy. It's a great social environment too!

Medical clearance required.

No swimming ability required.

Session I 9/22/08 - 10/27/08

Session II 11/03/08-12/08/08

Monday 11:30 - 12:15

$50 members

$75 non-members

Deep Water Challenge
Looking for a more challenging water exercise class? This is water aerobics program using vigorous movements in deep water guaranteed to give you a workout without the impact of land exercise. Participants need to be able to swim and feel comfortable in deep water. Class size limited to 15 people. Belts are required and provided. Your own water shoes must be worn.

Class is free with membership.

  Monday 12:15-1:00 pm
  Wednesday 12:15-1:00 pm

A.F.A.P
This Arthritis Foundation designed class will be taught by an experienced Aqua size instructor specializing in techniques and movements performed in the water that are specifically designed to increase range of motion of muscles and give greater strength and flexibility to the participants. Water shoes are required. Non-member fee applies.
12241-08 Tuesday and Thursday 12:30-1:15 pm
Non-members $130. Members free.

Water Aerobics/Circuit Training
This class will be a combination of cardiovascular and strength training intervals in the shallow water. This is a great way to get a total body workout. Free with membership. Water shoes are required.

Monday - Friday 9:00-10:00 am

Aquasize
free with membership

Monday 9:00-10:00 am
Thursday 9:00-10:00 am
Friday 9:00-10:00 am

 

Private Swim Instruction
(Ages 3 & up)
Six-week program is for those who need individual attention in the water. Instructor works one on one with the student to gain confidence in the water and perfect their stroke. To register, fill out a wait-list form. List several days and times when the student is available.Due to high demand, we cannot guarantee the days and times requested. Approval is given by the Aquatics Manager.

Limited space

  Six 30 minute sessions $120 ($22 each additional lesson

Lifeguard Course

Lifeguard Info

 

Eastern Water Works

A combination of Tai-Chi and Yoga in the water. Relaxing, healthy and wonderful exercise.

Hydro Power

Challenge your body's system with intense yet low impact. Fun and versatile variety including kick boxing, step and sports specific drills performed in the pool. Minimum 10 participants.

 

Our adult classes are very popular. We understand that it is never to late to learn how to swim.


Make-up classes are held when a normal scheduled class is cancelled by the Aquatics dept.

The day and time for the make-up class will be based upon availability.

There are no
make-up classes for inclement weather, holidays, vacation or illness.

Cancellation Policy

The YMCA reserves the right to cancel a class and to make schedule changes when necessary.

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