Aquatics
Immerse, improve, and invigorate yourself through aquatic recreation. Aquatics classes are available year-round for all ages and skill levels in our heated indoor pool. Water temperature is maintained at 89 degrees.
Under the direction of experienced instructors, a range of classes are available to suit the varied abilities of all participants, regardless of age or degree of mobility. "Free in the water" describes the sensation of being free of the weight of paralyzed limbs, for those with the severest disabilities. Wheelchair transfer stations and a hydraulic lift make accessing the water easy and safe.
Woodlands Aquatics Class Schedules
We are pleased to announce that the SilverSneakers® programs, including SilverSplash®, are now offered at the Woodlands. Call 724-935-5470 for details.
Open Swim
Every Saturday the Woodlands offers an open swim to the community from 11-1 pm at a cost of $5 per person.
Aqua Stars
For individuals with disabilities of all ages. Participants set individual goals with instructor and have the opportunity to use the water to achieve these goals. Goals include, but are not limited to, learning to swim, water walking, muscle toning and strengthening, and improving balance and flexibility. A personal assistant may be necessary in the water depending on participant’s ability.
Swim Lessons
The Woodlands offers swim lessons at various levels, which all follow a Red Cross Curriculum. Call and speak to Wellness Manager, Adam Bostwick, for details and class availability: 724-935-5470.
Endurance and Strength
For adults looking for a rigorous cardio interval workout that combines strength training and water power movements using a variety of equipment in both deep and shallow water. Floatation belts are provided.
Aquacize
Low-impact H2O Aerobics for adults designed to improve fitness, mobility, agility, and strength. Swimming ability not required.
Arthritis
Gentle flexibility and low-impact exercise designed for anyone with arthritis symptoms associated with joint disorders or individuals looking for an introductory class.
Deep Water Arthritis
A combination of deep water and shallow activities, the class uses gentle flexibility and low-impact exercise to improve range of motion, muscle strength, endurance, and cardiovascular fitness. This class is designed for anyone with arthritis symptoms associated with joint disorders. Swimming ability is not necessary but helpful. Floatation devices supplied.
Circuit/Interval Stations
Aerobics and strengthening broken into alternating segments. Designed for adults to improve fitness, strength, and agility.
Parent and Child
This program will acquaint the parent and child to the aquatic environment through water play and games. Water adjustment and water safety will be the emphasis of this program.
Deep Water Innovations
For adults looking for a vigorous workout in deep water, no impact, and improvement in strength, fitness, agility, and mobility as benefits.
SilverSplash®
Activate your aqua urge for variety! SilverSplash® offers LOTS of fun and shallow water moves to improve agility, flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance. No swimming ability is required, and a special SilverSplash® kickboard is used to develop strength, balance, and coordination. SilverSneakers® is a registered mark of Healthways, Inc.
DIY Time
This is your opportunity to create your own exercise regimen in the pool. The pool will be open with a guard on duty for you to exercise on your own in whatever way suits you best. This is not the same as our lap swim.
Lap Swim
For individuals who are interested in swimming laps and exercising independently. Lane sharing may be necessary at times.