Water Exercise

Water Exercise

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Members looking to challenge themselves without stress on their joints, or those who just enjoy the water, can take advantage of a variety of classes held in our heated indoor pools. Through water choreography and resistance exercises, members can improve cardiovascular fitness, strength and flexibility. These classes are ideal for all fitness levels and non-swimmers. Offerings include:

  • Aqua Shallow is a great aerobic and strength class adaptable for all ages and fitness levels
  • Deep Water uses water belts and floatation devices to provide an above-average aerobic workout with no impact
  • Water Sculpt tones and strengthens the upper and lower body by using a variety of equipment to maximize resistance
  • Aqua Boot Camp is a high-intensity class that provides a more rigorous cardio workout
  • SPLASH provides an all-over workout in a low- to moderate-intensity class
  • Aqua Zumba blends the Latin-inspired philosophy of Zumba with water resistance for one lively pool party
  • Aqua Dance and Sculpt uses music and muscle sculpting, minus the impact
     

We Offer Classes at These Locations

Walnut Creek Family YMCA

948 73rd St. West Des Moines, 50265 Get Directions 515-224-1888 Branch Hours
MON: 5 am - 9 pm
TUE: 5 am - 9 pm
WED: 5 am - 9 pm
THU: 5 am - 9 pm
FRI: 5 am - 8 pm
SAT: 6 am - 4 pm
SUN: 8 am - 4 pm
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Waukee Family YMCA

210 N. Warrior Lane Waukee, 50263 Get Directions 515-987-9996 Branch Hours
MON: 5 am - 9 pm
TUE: 5 am - 9 pm
WED: 5 am - 9 pm
THU: 5 am - 9 pm
FRI: 5 am - 8 pm
SAT: 6 am - 6 pm
SUN: 8 am - 4 pm
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Wellmark YMCA

501 Grand Ave Des Moines, 50309 Get Directions 515-282-9622 Branch Hours
MON: 5 am - 9 pm
TUE: 5 am - 9 pm
WED: 5 am - 9 pm
THU: 5 am - 9 pm
FRI: 5 am - 8 pm
SAT: 7 am - 4 pm
SUN: 9 am - 4 pm
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