Aquatics Classes for Adults

Adult Private Swimming Lessons and Personal Training
Adults/Teens/Seniors

Our Aquatics Director, Ellen Pradella, is highly skilled at helping you feel comfortable in the water. If you are learning to swim for the first time, or are an experienced swimmer interested in refining your strokes, please contact her at 203-487-0990. All lessons are a half hour in length. Appointment required. Personal training is also available.

Aquatic Group Private Water Fitness with Ellen
(4 or more)
There must be 4 or more people to attend a group private water fitness class. If one participant does not attend, there will be an additional charge for those participants who attend. Find a schedule that fits your busy schedule and enjoy your friends while working out!

M $120 / NM $140 (5 classes)

Click here to view the Aquatics Class Schedule. 

Adult Private Swimming Lessons
Adults / Teens / Seniors

If you are learning to swim for the first time, or are an experienced swimmer interested in refining your strokes, please contact Ellen Pradella at 203-487-0990. All lessons are a half hour in length. Appointment required. Personal training is also available.

Adult Private Swimming Lessons
1 person
M $185 / NM $225 (5 lessons)

Adult Semi-Private Swimming Lessons
2 people
There must be 2 people at every semi-private lesson. If one participant does not attend, there will be an additional charge for private instruction.
M $135 / NM $165 (5 lessons)

Aquatic Group Private Water Fitness
4 or more people
There must be 4 or more people to attend a group private water fitness class. If one participant does not attend, there will be an additional charge for those participants who attend.

M $120 / NM $140 (5 lessons)

Swimming lessons are a half-hour in length. Fees are per person, per series sale of 5 classes. There is a registration fee of $20 per person per semester for non-members (see page 3). If you buy a minimum of $500 worth of lessons at the beginning of the year, you will pay the registration fee only once for a savings of $60. Note: 24-hour notice of cancellation of private lessons is required, or you will be charged in full for the lesson. Please call the pool office at (203) 487-0991 for cancellations and general information. Please stop at front desk before each lesson to collect your receipt, which you then need to bring with you to the pool and give to your instructor before each lesson.

Group Adult Aquatics Classes

One-Time Drop-In Passes Are Available

NEW! Water Pilates
Turn your Pilates exercise workout into a creative water exercise program! Water Pilates teaches you to strengthen the core muscles with unique back and abdominal exercises. Water Pilates follows the same principles of regular Pilates only it’s done in “Water”. This wonderful alternative practicing Pilates in the water is not only soothing, but also allows for fluidity.
Tuesdays, 9:45 – 10:30 a.m.
Sept. 14 – Dec. 21 (No class Nov. 2)
M $140 / NM $182 (14 sessions)

Water Wake-Up
This great early-morning water aerobics class is designed for those who are physically fit! It is high impact and keeps you moving in the water. Weight lifting and abdominal work are also a part of the program. Please note: You may sign up for all three days or as little as one day per week and will be pro-rated.
Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays,
7:45 – 8:30 a.m.
Sept. 13 – Dec. 22 (No class Sept. 24, Oct. 1, Oct. 11, Nov. 26)
M $400 / NM $520 (40 sessions)

Aquafit

The ultimate in water fitness, this high impact water aerobics class will help sculpt your muscles, make your heart stronger, build endurance and create a physically fit body! Weight lifting and abdominal work are part of the routine. Don’t let the water fool you, this is a great workout! Please note: You may sign up for one day a week and will be pro-rated.
Tuesdays & Thursdays
Sept. 14 – Dec. 23 (No classes Sept. 23, Sept. 30, Nov. 2, Nov. 11 and Nov. 25)
6 – 6:45 p.m.
M $250 / NM $325 (25 sessions)

Aqua Arthritis
Aqua Arthritis is back with Lorraine Zeigbe, a certified Arthritis Instructor! This program is designed for those with Arthritis who are looking for a comfortable way to work out and gain flexibility, build muscle and endurance without stress on the body due to the cushioning effects of the water. Medical permission slip is required to attend. Please note: You many sign up for one day a week and will be pro-rated. Non-member fee will be waived for this class.
Mondays & Wednesdays, 10:30 - 11:15 a.m.
Sept. 13 – Dec. 22 (No class Oct. 11)
M $232 / NM $290 (29 sessions)

NEW! Multisport Swimming for Beginners
JCC Managing Director and USA Triathlon Coach Jon Stellwagen has developed a program that will take away all your fears of the open water and have you competing like a pro.  This class covers not only the fundamentals of swimming; it also teaches you how to apply those fundamentals when racing in a triathlon.  This 10 week program is open to all levels. Only pre-requisite: participants must be able to swim 4 laps consistently.
Tuesdays, 8:30 - 10 p.m.
Sept. 14 - Nov. 16
M $250 / NM $295 (10 sessions)

Friday 9:30 - 11 a.m.
Oct. 8 - Dec. 17

M $250 / NM $295 (10 sessions)

Click here to view the Aquatics Class Schedule.

Click here to register online. Online registration is open to JCC members only. Non-members can register in person at the front desk of the JCC, or by phone at 203-322-7900