Welcome back to the Water Fitness Program! With the recent guidelines due to COVID-19, we have made some changes to the program to ensure the safety of patrons and staff alike. Please ensure you follow all protocols to keep everyone safe and healthy.
Each person may sign up for one activity per day, and reservations must be made in advance. Same-day reservations will be allowed as capacity permits. i.e.: You may not lap swim and take a water fitness class on the same day.
Reservations must be made online. If you need assistance, please call Customer Service at 626-564-0330 and they will help walk you through the process.
Reservations will be available a week at a time, Monday through Sunday. Reservations will be taken starting on the preceding Wednesday at 10 am.
Cancellations must be made 24 hours prior to your reservation for a credit. No refunds.
Water fitness classes in the Recreational Pool will have a per-class rate of $5. Water fitness classes in the Therapy Pool will have a per-class rate of $11. Passes will be on hold and extended until we can reopen in a normal operating capacity.
We ask that everyone use the restroom prior to arriving at the RBAC.
We ask each user to arrive 15 minutes before their class begins.
We ask that everyone wear a cover-up, sweats, or parka that is easily removed, over their bathing suits to expedite entry to the pool.
Each user must shower at the RBAC before entering the pool.
There will be no access to the lockers.
It is recommended that individuals needing to use the facilities will use the on-deck Accessible/Family Changing Rooms.
Directional signage will be utilized to guide user foot traffic to provide for physical distancing.
Each user should bring their own water bottles; the bottle water filling station will be available, but the water fountain will be closed.
For those who have passes, when we closed on March 15th, all passes were suspended in time. Simply put, whatever time you had remaining on your pass will still be in effect when we return to normal operations.
Currently, we aren’t able to offer you an “RBAC full experience” that would be afforded to you if you had a pass. The locker room, spas, and gym are closed, we are limiting your time in the facility on a daily basis, lounge chairs aren’t available, etc.
We realize that a “pay as you go” system for pass holders is new for our facility. We accept that this is different, but for now, we believe that this is the fairest and most equitable way to reopen, as safely as possible, with limited capacity and great requirements on contact tracing and pre-registration. Things may change as the weeks’ progress and once we can open in a more full capacity, we will once again activate your pass.
Procedures for Water Fitness Classes in the Recreational Pool:
* Patrons will line up outside the lobby doors
* A staff member will take each person’s temperature and do a health screening.
* A staff member will direct patrons to the showers either in the locker rooms or to the north end of the Recreational Pool (sitting will not be available during showers).
* Wear an easily removable robe/cover up and easy to remove shoes.
* Patrons will be directed to the Rec Pool mid deck near the stairs.
* Patrons will place their belongings on tables
* Patrons will be given a position in the pool based on a number/color quadrant. Colored cones will be lined along the stair side of the pool and numbers will be on the north deck of the pool. A staff member will direct patrons to a socially distant spot in the pool (ie: red 9, blue 4, etc..)
* After the class, the instructor will direct patrons on how to exit the pool.
* Quickly put your clothing/cover up back on and exit the pool at the direction of the staff.
Procedures for Water Fitness Classes in the Therapy Pool:
* Patrons will enter through the therapy pool gates.
* A staff member will take each person’s temperature and do a health screening.
* Patrons will be given a number 1 – 6 and be directed through pool.
* Patrons will be directed to line up 6 feet apart to take a shower.
* Hooks will be available next to the shower for belongings.
* After the shower, patrons will take their belongings and be directed to a chair that is numbered with a number that was given upon entry.
* The instructor will direct everyone on how and when to enter the water.
* The instructor will also direct patrons on where to stand in the water.
* After the class, the instructor will direct patrons on how to exit the pool.
* Quickly put your clothing/cover up back on and exit the therapy pool at the direction of the staff.
Aqua Burn
High intensity interval training, designed to provide cardiovascular benefits along with muscle strength. Equipment is used to promote and develop firm, lean muscles, flexibility and endurance. Cool down stretching and elements from yoga and hydro Pilates used for cool down.
This class explores embodiment through the fusion of fitness, dance and martial arts practices. Come and experience the joy of movement and group connection in a supportive atmosphere. Adults of all abilities welcomed, no movement or dance experience is required. Bring your willingness to explore and have fun!
Join us for this brand new strengthening class which borrows elements from high intensity interval training and traditional strength training to increase muscle strength and endurance! Supersetting, a popular strengthening technique, simply means chaining together multiple strengthening exercises. In this class, we will be taking it a step further and focus on “antagonistic supersetting”, which involves consecutively training opposing muscle groups. This technique allows for maximum strengthening results in the least amount of time while decreasing the chances of muscular imbalances. The aquatic setting creates a unique opportunity to increase anaerobic strength; the viscosity of the water provides a velocity based resistance that you can easily adjust to suit your fitness level, while the buoyancy helps protect joint damage associated with impact. Each class consists of a warm up, supersets targeting alternating muscle groups, and a cool down and stretching period at the end.
Our AquaKick class offers a low impact workout that combines elements of martial arts, and interactive activities designed to make your workout effective and fun. The aquatic environment offers a unique twist to kickboxing, adding resistance to all your movements while protecting your joints from high impact and jerking motions common in many land based martial arts based fitness classes. A typical AquaKick class consists of a warm up period, moving and stationary exercises, and a cool down and stretching period. In this class, you can expect to have a good time as you punch, kick, and jump your way to a fitter and healthier lifestyle!
This class uses water adapted movements of the Zumba dance rhythms with easy to follow moves to create a cardio experience that is exhilarating and energizing. This is your moment, join the party with Aqua Zumba!
Athletes and beginners – take the plunge! This class minimizes the impact on your joints, yet provides resistance in all directions of movement. Deepwater exercises contribute to strengthening, toning muscles and building cardiovascular fitness. (Flotation equipment is typically used to maintain correct alignment).
Multi-level class designed to provide exercise routines and options for all conditioning and skill levels. Taught as a classic aqua aerobics class and includes a variety of cardio, strength and flexibility components.
Athletes and beginners – take the plunge! This class minimizes the impact on your joints, yet provides resistance in all directions of movement. Deep water exercises contribute to strengthening, toning muscles and building cardiovascular fitness. (Flotation equipment is typically used to maintain correct alignment).
This high energy workout promotes cardiovascular endurance and core strengthening in the shallow and deep water. It integrates a variety of low and high intensity exercises, including aqua jogging and running.
Senior Splash Class (aka AM Sr. Shallow Water Fitness)
Senior Splash mixes fun with lower impact exercises. It promotes joint range of motion, flexibility, balance and agility while building cardiovascular fitness and muscle strength. it’s a great class to enjoy the physical and social benefits of aqua aerobics.
This warm water exercise program helps increase flexibility, range of motion, endurance and decreases joint stiffness. Allows the participant to exercise without putting a strain on joints and muscles. Arthritis Foundation guidelines are followed by certified instructors.
Max participants: 7:00 am class – 9 people 8:00 am class – 10 people 9:00 am class – 10 people 8:30 am class – 6 people
The cool water (Recreational Pool) helps regulate the body temperature, allowing for longer and more effective workouts. The focus is on improving mobility skills and endurance for walking and fall prevention.
Full body stretching, meditation and breath control, cervical stretching techniques, Ai-Chi relaxation techniques, and yoga positioning. All skill levels welcome.
Max participants: 10
*Aqua Yoga is cancelled for Saturday, August 15th*
Passes aren’t currently being offered. You can make a reservation for one RBAC activity per day. Reservations will open the Wednesday preceding the week of classes (ie: classes that begin July 6th will open reservations on July 1st)
How much does a Water Fitness class cost?
$5/class in the Recreation Pool
$11/class in the Therapy Pool
Do I need to register for the class beforehand?
Yes.
What to bring to Water Fitness class:
Filled water bottle
Come dressed ready for class with a cover up and easy to remove shoes
Any equipment you would like to use (ie: your own belt, hand bells, etc…)
What is the water temperature, depth and size of the Recreation and Therapy Pools?
Recreation Pool
Water temperature is 86°
Shallow area depth is 3′ 6″ and the deepest area depth is 17″
Olympic size, 50 meters by 25 yards
Therapy Pool
Water temperature is 91°
Shallow area depth is 3′ 6″ and the deepest area depth is 6″
Size is 35 ft by 40 ft
Do I need to know how to swim in order to participate?
No, knowing how to swim is not required, however, you must feel comfortable in the water. Flotation devices are provided for the deep water classes, but these are not life preservers. Please inform your instructor of your inability to swim.
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