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Adult Program
Water Fitness classes will be offered in two five-week sessions.
Cost:
   
 Two-day-a-week class - $42
    Three-day-a-week class - $48
    Seniors receive a 25% discount.
 
Registration Information
Mt. Hood Aquatic Center is able to accept telephone, online and mail-in registration. Please see registration process.
Refunds / Transfers
Refunds or transfers will be given only to requests made three or more working days prior to the first class period. After the lesson session has started only one-half credit towards your next lesson purchase will be granted.
Drop-Ins
Drop-ins are welcome to Water Aerobics. The fee is $6.00 per visit. Please note that classes will be cancelled unless five or more people are registered for a class. Drop in cards are available, 10 classes for $48.
 


Please note that you must have a credit card to process the transaction and there will be an additional 6% fee for processing. Additionally, there will be no discounts applied for online transactions. To apply membership and senior discounts please register by telephone.



SESSION DATES
Fall Session 1
M/W Oct. 1 to 31
M/W/F Oct. 1 to Nov. 2
T/R Oct. 2 to Nov. 1
 
Fall Session 2
M/W Nov. 5 to Dec. 5
M/W/F Nov. 5 to Dec. 5*
T/R Nov. 6 to Dec. 6*
*No class on November 12 & 23
*No class on November 22
Winter Session 1
M/W Jan. 7 to Feb. 6*
M/W/F Jan. 7 to Feb. 8*
T/R Jan. 8 to Feb. 7
*No class on Jan. 21
Winter Session 2
M/W Feb. 11 to Mar. 12
M/W/F Feb. 11 to Mar. 14*
T/R Feb. 12 to Mar. 13*
*No class Feb. 15 & 29
Spring Session 1
M/W Mar. 31 to Apr. 30
M/W/F Mar. 31 to May 2
T/R Apr. 1 to May 1
 
Spring Session 2
M/W May 5 to June 4*
M/W/F May 5 to June 6*
T/R May 6 to June 5
*No class on May 26

Adult Classes Descriptions
Adult Swimming Lessons (Fall & Spring)
Individualized instruction in beginner and advanced beginner swimming skills. Learn to enjoy and be comfortable in the water. Mature teenagers accepted.
Water Aerobics
Join a fast-paced water exercise class for adults. Participants work at their own pace to improve strength and cardiovascular fitness. Exercises are performed with music in the shallow water of the 25-yard pool. Swimming skills are not required for participation.
Deep Water Aerobics
Join a fast-paced water exercise class for adults! Have fun in your workout without stressing your joints. Exercises are performed in deep water to music. Although you should feel comfortable in deep water, no swimming skills are required. Aqua Joggers, which work much like life jackets, are provided.
NEW! Deep Water Ultra-Fitness Aerobics
This workout is geared towards athletes who desire a good cardio workout without stressing their joints and also towards career professionals who need a workout that fits in their workday. This class will take place in the 50-meter pool. Aqua Joggers are provided.
Aquacise
This is a slower-paced water exercise class. Emphasis is placed on flexibility and strength conditioning. This class is gentle on the joints. Exercises are performed in the 88-90 degree Learner pool. Swimming skills are not required.
Arthritis Water Exercise
This is a slow-paced exercise class that follows the guidelines of the Arthritis Foundation and also adds more endurance and resistance exercises. Emphasis is on slow-moving exercises that are gentle on the joints for those with mild to moderate joint involvement. Exercises are performed in the 88-90 degree Learner pool. All instructors are certified by the Arthritis Foundation.
Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program
This program (AFAP) is designed to accommodate the abilities of individuals with arthritis and other related conditions. This class is for individuals with moderate to severe joint involvement plus those currently leading a sedentary lifestyle. This is a low-intensity exercise program. Exercises are performed in the 88-90 degree Learner pool. All instructors are certified by the Arthritis Foundation.
Ai Chi
This class is Tai Chi for the water. This slow relaxation class focuses on deep breathing, visualization, and stress reduction. Exercises are performed in the 88—90 degree Learner Pool. Come learn a new way to stretch, balance and focus your mind and body!
Oregon Reign Masters

This is an adult competitive program that promotes physical fitness and improvement of swimming skills through training. For more information please see the team's Web site at www.oregonreignmasters.org or e-mail the coach at dennis.baker@oregonreignmasters.org.

Adult Classes
 
Classes offered are designated on the grids by the days they are offered.
  • Monday, Wednesday, Friday - M/W/F
  • Monday and Wednesday - M/W
  • Tuesday and Thursday - T/R
 


Adult Lessons - Weekday Morning
Class 6:30-7:15 am
7:15-8 am
8-8:45 am
9-9:45 am
10-10:45 am
11-11:45 am
12:15-1 pm
Aquacise  
M/WF
   M/WF
M/WF,T/TH 
  
 
 
Deep Water -Ultra Fitness Aerobics
(50-m pool)
M/WF
       
M/WF
Shallow / Deep Aerobics  
 T/TH
 
M/W/F
 
 
 
Arthritis Foundation (AFAP)  

 
   
 
 
M/W/F  
 
Arthritis Water Class  
 
   
 
M/W/F  
 
 
Ai Chi  
T/TH
T/TH
       


Evening

Class
6:45-7:30
7:30-8:15
Shallow Water Aerobics
 T/TH 
 
Deep Water
M/W
 
Adult Lessons
 
 M/W
(Fall & Spring)
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