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Balance & Fall Prevention Class
This class will help increase mobility and independence by improving lower body strength, endurance, flexibility and bone mass, which can help reduce the risk of falling. Medical clearance is required.
- 9-9:45 am or 9:55-10:40 am
- Mondays and Wednesdays in Studio 4
- Member: Free
- Non-Member: $35
- Register at the Program Desk or online
Senior Strength & Tone
Stay strong with this workout designed for seniors of all fitness levels! This class includes a variety of exercises geared at increasing muscular endurance, range of motion, agility and skills required for activities of daily living.
| Location | Days | Class Time | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio 1 | Monday & Wednesday | 10:30-11:25 am | Margaret/Rebecca |
Senior Stretch & Gentle Yoga
This class' focus is centered on stretching the muscles, by flowing through full body movements inspired by Yoga, while also working on balance and stability.
| Location | Day | Class Times | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio 3 | Friday | 10:30-11:25 am | Linda |
Water Fitness - Aqua Motion
This low to medium intensity class will use the resistance of water to work all the major muscle groups, increase your cardiovascular endurance and improve your flexibility. Swimming is not required. Must have a Nampa Recreation Center membership or a day pass to participate.
| Location | Days | Class Times | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrotherapy Pool | Tuesday & Thursday | 8-9 am | Karen |
| Hydrotherapy Pool | Monday, Wednesday & Friday | 1:30-2:30 pm | Pauline |
Water Fitness - Twinges/Arthritis
This class is geared toward individuals with arthritis, injuries, fibromyalgia, back problems, and post-surgery. This low-intensity class focuses on full range of motion, flexibility, socialization and relaxation. Swimming is not required. Must have a Nampa Recreation Center membership or a day pass to participate.
| Location | Days | Class Times | Instructor |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrotherapy Pool | Monday, Wednesday & Friday | 8-9 am | Karen |
| Hydrotherapy Pool | Monday - Friday | 10-11 am | Mary |
Swim Idaho!
Swim Idaho! is a way for lap swimmers to chart their progress, set goals and conquer those goals. Swimming benchmarks are:
- 102 miles, the distance of the Boise River
- 425 miles, the distance of the Salmon River
- 779 miles, the distance of the length and width of Idaho
- 1,076 miles, the distance of the mighty Snake River
T-shirts are awarded at each Idaho bench mark. Ask a Lifeguard how to start tracking your laps!
Senior Walking Club
Join the Senior Walking club and earn a t-shirt for the miles you walk. Sign up and log your distance at the Weight Room Desk. Earn a t-shirt for 100, 500 and 1000 miles and every 1000 miles after.