Aquatics
Aquatics
YMCA Winter 2024 - Swim Lessons
Washington Community Y Indoor Aquatics Facility
Now open! The new Aquatic Center features a 6-lane lap
pool, a family recreation pool with water features, saunas, and a hot tub.
Indoor Swim Lessons
Water Sharks Swim Team
Aquatic Class
Registration is required for all group water classes
The moves you might see in any water aerobics class. Jogging, jumping jacks, cross country skis, pendulums, hopscotch, frog jumps, mogul jumps, traveling and treading—just to name a few. The moves are sometimes done with weights, noodles and kick boards to enhance the workout. Best of all, there’s music, which makes the class fun. The participants love it and the time flies by so quickly.
AQUAROBICS I
This 45-minute class is for the beginning exerciser who likes water and is looking for the additional resistance of water. INTERMEDIATE
WATER WALKING
in water that’s about waist-high, walk across the pool swinging your arms as you do when walking on land. Avoid walking on your tiptoes and keep your back straight. Tighten your abdominal muscles to avoid leaning too far forward or to the side.
AQUAROBICS II
Our most advanced Aqua size class assured to challenge your fitness level. ADVANCED
Tabata Freestyle
same format as the AQUA TABATA with a medium intensity that is self-lead.
JOINT EFFORT
Water is a safe, ideal environment for relieving Arthritis pain and stiffness. Plus, it is fun! The Arthritis Foundation recommends water exercise especially for people with arthritis, because it allows you to exercise without putting excess strain on your joints and muscles.
AQUA TABATA
An intense workout that’s easy on the joints. HIGH INTENSITY INTERVAL Tabata training is one of the most popular forms of high-intensity interval training. Eight rounds of high-intensity exercise are performed in a specific “20 seconds on, 10 seconds off” circuit interval. Mixing this format with properties of water through a variety of simple, yet intense exercises, allows each class to blast away the calories and provide noticeable results in a short amount of time.
Aquatic Class
Washington and Kalona Outdoor Pools
Opening Date: May 25th, 2026
Opening Date: May 25th, 2026
Washington Steele Family Aquatic Center
Address: 1000 West Madison Street Washington
Phone: 319-653-6054
Email: washingtony@washingtony.org
Contact: Samantha Van Houten, Aquatics Manager with questions swimteam@washingtony.org
Zero depth entry, two diving boards, two yellow slides that dump in 10 feet deep area, tall slide, and other water features. Two of the water features-a sprayer and bucket dumper are always a great hit. Two locker rooms and concession area. There is plenty of deck space with 3 different types of chairs–lounge chairs, regular chairs, and “beach” chairs that are shorter and can be used in the shallow water. There are grassy areas for towels, etc. on both sides of the pool behind the rows of chairs. All programs/services provided are non-refundable.
Kalona City Pool
Address: 1120 E Pl, Kalona, IA 52247
Phone: 319-656-2309
Contact: Kalona YMCA Rec Center 319-656-2400 or Email: Kalonay@washingtony.org
All programs/services provided are non-refundable.
Zero depth entry, two diving boards, and other water features. Two locker rooms and concession area. There is plenty of deck space with different types of chairs–lounge chairs, regular chairs, and “beach” chairs that are shorter and can be used in the shallow water.
Lifeguard Certification Courses
Offered throughout the year at the Indoor Aquatic Facility. Check back for registration information.
Class Attendance:
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Classes are available for members and non-members
- Participants for Adult Fitness Classes Must Be: 16 years or older to register
- Ages 13 – 15 must be registered by parent/legal guardian & attend each class with the youth
- Drop in Attendance is allowed if there is room. Please inquire at the membership desk.
- If you are 5 minutes or more late for your registered class, that is limited due to equipment and space, your spot will be open for anyone that wants to attend class.
Class Cancellation: Classes can be CANCELLED for the following reasons:
- Weather related cancellations (severe heat, snow, severe weather).
- No instructor due to illness or injury
- Low Numbers on a consistent basis; this will be re-evaluated on a quarterly basis whether or not a class can be offered.
ARC Lifeguard Training
Full Course
The American Red Cross Lifeguarding course is designed to equip entry-level lifeguard participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to prevent, recognize, and respond to aquatic emergencies. Additionally, participants learn to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries, and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services (EMS) personnel take over.
Course Highlights:
Purpose: Empower participants to prevent, recognize, and respond to aquatics emergencies.
Certification: Upon successful completion, participants receive an American Red Cross certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED, valid for 2 years.
Prerequisites:
- Must be at least 15 years old by the final day of the course.
- Swim 300 yards continuously while demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing. Swimming strokes allowed include front crawl, breaststroke, or a combination, but not on the back or side.
- Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs.
- Complete the following events in 1 minute and 40 seconds:
- Swim 20 yards starting in the water (face may be in or out of the water).
- Surface dive, feet-first or head-first, to a depth of 7-10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object.
- Return to the surface, swim 20 yards on the back while holding the object with both hands, and keep the face at or near the surface to take a breath.
- Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.
Course Length:
- Approximately 25 hours and 25 minutes
- Course times may vary to include breaks
Certification Requirements:
- Attend and actively participate in all class sessions.
- Demonstrate competency in all required skills and activities.
- Successfully complete all required final rescue skill scenarios.
- Pass the CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and Lifeguarding Skills final written exams with a minimum grade of 80 percent.
Review Course
The review course offers individuals an opportunity to revisit course content in a formal setting, enhancing their ability to successfully complete knowledge and skills evaluations.
Course Highlights:
Certification: Participants who complete this course receive an American Red Cross certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED, also valid for 2 years.
Prerequisites:
- Current Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED certificate.
Course Length:
- Approximately 12 hours
- Course times may vary to include breaks.
Certification Requirements:
- Attend and actively participate in all class sessions.
- Demonstrate competency in all required skills and activities.
- Successfully complete all required final rescue skill scenarios.
- Pass the CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid, and Lifeguarding Skills final written exams with a minimum grade of 80 percent.
Please note that all programs and services provided are non-refundable.
