POOL HOURS STARTING DECEMBER 1ST Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 1:30 pm 3:30 pm - 6:30 pm Saturday 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Sunday CLOSED 10501 J. Blanchard Trail Orlando Fl 32817 407.381.8000
SILVER SNEAKERS AND SENIOR SPRING SWIM LESSONS Health Benefits for Senior Swimming Heart Health: Swimming is an aerobic exercise, which means that when you swim, you re helping your heart to become stronger, larger, and more efficient at pumping blood throughout your body. Not only does regular aerobic exercise reduce the risk of coronary heart disease, it actually lowers inflammation by preventing fatty buildups in the arteries. In old age and at any age exercise that keeps our hearts healthy is time and energy well spent.. Reduced Risk of Osteoporosis: One of the changes to the human body that many seniors struggle with has to do with bone density. After the age of 50, a third of women and a fifth of men experience a fracture because of osteoporosis, or chronic reduction in bone quality and density. While bone density naturally decreases with age, the risk of osteoporosis is lowest among those who exercise regularly. By swimming, seniors can better preserve bone density and fight osteoporosis. Easy on the Joints: For many seniors, the root cause of those bodily aches and pains comes down to joints. While hitting the treadmill or going for a jog will get heart rate going, you ll be paying a steep price afterwards if you re dealing with joint pain. With swimming, your body weight is supported by the pool water, which means you can get a strong, full body workout without putting painful pressure on the joints in your hips, spine, and knees. Mental Health: Along with the many physical health benefits to swimming, there are also the mental and psychological benefits that make this an attractive workout for seniors. Studies show that swimming and other exercises can relieve stress and improve mood levels. Furthermore, swimming in public pools or with friends and family creates situations for older adults to be social and avoid feelings of isolation or loneliness. Increased Flexibility: Stretching exercises are always the most effective way to maintain good flexibility, but swimming will help to add flexibility especially in the hips, arms, legs, and neck. Why should seniors care about being flexible? Studies show that with improved flexibility comes reduced back pain, better posture, enhanced muscle coordination, less soreness, and a lower rate of injuries. Toned Muscles: Water is approximately twelve times denser than air, which means that you re putting every muscle to use every time you move around in the water. Regardless of what type of swimming exercise you are doing, each arm stroke and leg kick functions as a form of resistance training an excellent way to build muscle strength and tone. 10501 J. Blanchard Trail Orlando Fl 32817 407.381.8000
SENIOR AND SILVER SNEAKER SWIM LESSONS As people age, regular exercise becomes increasingly critical to maintain fit and healthy bodies. Beyond helping seniors to feel strong and energetic, a consistent schedule of light exercise has several other positive side effects as well including a reduced risk of injuries and improved mental acuteness. IT S NOT JUST KID STUFF! Monday s and Wednesday s with Coach Luciano! When: March 7th 16th March 21st 30th Time: 10:00am - 10:45am Price: Y Members: $30.00 Non-Members: $75.00 YOU RE NEVER TO OLD TO LEARN SOMETHING NEW! For anymore information please contact Samantha Harp, Aquatic Coordinator at sharp@cfymca.org (407) 381-8000
Infant Ages 6 to 36-months-old 30-minute class Parent/Child: Class is taught with parent or guardian in water. Preschool Ages 3 to 5-years-old 30-minute class PIKE: For the child who has not had any lessons and/or cannot swim five feet without assistance. EEL: For the child who can swim at least five feet and float without assistance. RAY & STARFISH: For the child who can swim at least 15 feet unassisted on the front and back. Youth Ages 6 to 12-years-old 45-minute class POLLIWOG: For the child has not had any lessons and/or cannot swim without assistance. GUPPY: For the child who can swim 40 feet (half a length) without assistance, and float on their back with comfort and ease. MINNOW & FISH: For the child who can swim 75 feet (one length) of freestyle and backstroke. TEEN & ADULT Ages 13-years and older 45-minute class A class to help the beginner learn the basics of swimming and personal safety. Also for swimmers who want to improve their strokes and endurance. (8 Lessons) (8 Lessons) (4 Lessons) (4 Lessons) Monday/Wednesday Tuesday/Thursday Saturday Sunday Marc 7 th - 30 th March 1 st 24 th March 5 th 26 th March 6 th 27 th CLASSES Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday $65 Y member $150 Non member Pike 4:00 pm 5:00 pm Polliwog 4:00 pm 5:00 pm Eel 4:30 pm 5:30 pm Guppy 5:30 pm 6:00 pm Ray/Starfish 5:00 pm Minnow/Fish 5:45 pm Teen/Adult 7:00 pm Saturday $30 Y member $75 Non member Parent/Child 9:00 am Polliwog 10:00 am 11:00 am Pike 9:00 am 10:00 am Guppy 11:45 am 1:00 pm Eel 10:30 am Minnow/Fish 12:00 pm Ray/Starfish 12:00pm Teen/Adult 1:00 pm Sunday $30 Y member $75 Non member Pike 1:00 pm Polliwog 1:45 pm Eel/Ray 1:30 pm Guppy/Minnow 2:15 pm Teen/Adult 12:00 pm SAFE START Safe Start is a survival swim program for children ages 6 months to 6 years. Email: safestart@cfymca.org Phone: 407-599-0113
Infant Ages 6 to 36-months-old 30-minute class SHRIMP, KIPPER, INIA & PERCH (Parent/Child) Class is taught with parent or guardian in water. Promotes water enrichment and aquatic readiness. Skills and habits are taught and learned through song and repetition. Preschool Ages 3 to 5-years-old 30-minute class PIKE For the child who has not had any lessons and/or cannot swim five feet without assistance. Class focuses on becoming comfortable with the face in the water, basic arm and leg movements, and flotation. EEL For the child who can swim at least five feet and float without assistance. Class focuses on building confidence, correct breathing while swimming, and swimming on the back and side. RAY & STARFISH For the child who can swim at least 15 feet unassisted on the front and back. Class focuses on improving stroke technique, endurance, and personal safety. Youth Ages 6 to 12-years-old 45-minute class POLLIWOG For the child has not had any lessons and/or cannot swim without assistance. Class focuses on becoming comfortable in the water, basic propulsion, and flotation. GUPPY For the child who can swim 40 feet (half a length) without assistance, and float on their back with comfort and ease. Class focuses on stroke technique, endurance, and safety skills. MINNOW & FISH For the child who can swim 75 feet (one length) of freestyle and backstroke. Class focuses on proper stroke and breathing technique, and building endurance. Diving and other water specific skills are also covered. TEEN & ADULT Ages 13-years and older 45-minute class A class to help the beginner learn the basics of swimming and personal safety. Also for swimmers who want to improve their strokes and endurance. SAFE START Safe Start is a survival swim program for children ages 6 months to 6 years. Email: safestart@cfymca.org Phone: 407-599-0113