Aquatics
Prenatal Water Fitness
Dates: Winter II: March 1 – April 17
Days: Monday and/or Wednesday
Time: Mon: 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm; Wed: 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Ages: Adults
Fees: Members Free; $120 non-members
Non-members welcome!
Current research has shown that regular exercise has many positive benefits for mother and baby. A highly qualified practitioner can give valuable guidance in the safe exercise prescription for the prenatal and postpartum year. This class will focus on cardiovascular fitness, general musculoskeletal health, and strength building within each participants' fitness level while promoting a healthy pregnancy. A doctors' note is required. Space limited to 8 participants. Instructor: Nancy Charlebois, PT, MT. If you have specific questions please call 207-773-5778.
Aquafit
Dates: Ongoing
Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday
Time: 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Ages: Adults
Fees: Free
Members only
This exercise class uses shallow water and deep water. It is a slow to moderate exercise class in the water. Class is held in the downstairs Malcolm pool.
Aquaslam
Dates: Winter II: March 1 – April 17
Days: Tuesday & Thursday
Time: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Ages: Adults
Fees: Free
Members only
Good old-fashioned water aerobics is back! Enjoy the energy you’ll get from this class with Mike! Let our instructor give you the workout you’ve been asking for.
Arthritis Foundation YMCA Aquatic Program (AFYAP)
Dates: Ongoing
Days: Tuesday & Thursday
Time: 11:00 am – Noon; *Noon – 1:00 pm (see below)
Ages: Adults
Fees: Free
Members only
*Noon – 1pm class must have 6 participants signed up to continue.
This class is for those people who need the warm water for their Arthritis or other muscle and joint problems. Work on everyday range of motion skills in our heated small pool. Class is held in the upstairs Instructional pool.
Youth Swim Lessons
Dates: Winter II: March 1 – April 17; Spring: April 26 – June 12
Days: M, Tu, W, Th, or Sat
Times: M, Tu, W, Th: 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm; Saturday: 8:30 am - Noon
Ages: 6 months – 14 years
Fees: Free for YMCA Family Members; $50 for Youth Program Members; $120 non-Members
Non-members welcome! Pre-registration required
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Children of all ages can feel safe and successful when they learn to swim at the Y. We provide a comfortable place for children to experience the water, from infant and parent classes to pre-school Pikes through proficient Flying Fish, our trained instructors will teach personal safety, swim strokes, and rescue techniques. Please review level requirements (on-line or at the Y) prior to registering.
Adult Swim Lessons
Dates: Winter II: March 5 – April 16; Spring: April 29 – June 11
Days: Friday or Saturday
Times: Friday: 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm; Saturday: 9:00 am – 9:45 am
Ages: 17+
Fees: Free for members/$120 non-Members
Non-members welcome! Pre-registration required
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Always wanted to learn to swim but never had the chance? Could you improve your skills? Here's your opportunity! The class works on the basics first, including acclimation, breathing techniques, strokes, alternative water fitness, and safety. The class will hten move to Stroke Refinement, which helps you becoming a stronger swimmer.
Lifeguard Class
Dates: April 19 – 23; May 21 - 24
Days: Feb & April: M – F; May: F, Sa, Su, M
Times: 8:30 am – 3:00 pm or 5:00 – 9:00 pm
Ages: 15+
Fees: $250 includes LGT Training, CPR/AED, First aid.
Non-members welcome! Pre-registration required
Not enough money in your wallet? Need a flexible part-time job? How about sitting on a beach or next to a pool? If you are 15 or older, think about the possibility of becoming a Red Cross Lifeguard. All who complete the lifeguarding course requirements will be certified in American Red Cross Lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR, AED. Besides the job opportunities, lifeguarding is excellent to put on a college application.