Aquatic Exercise

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Self-led Aquatic Exercise, Aqua Cycle, and Aqua Treadmills

Click here to see the Aquatic Exercise Schedule. Please select the week you want to view by selecting the week at the top left of the schedule and kick “register” on the day and time you wish to reserve. Spots open up exactly 24 hours before the reservation time.

Self-led Aquatic Exercise

Training Pool (Max. 2 swimmers at once)

Open to All Shames JCC Members, Ages 18+.
Monday – Friday*, 45-minute sessions, every hour on the hour from 7:00 – 11:00 AM; 3:00 – 7:00 PM
By reservation only, up to 3X per week, once a day and not combined with other Aquatics programs (except for private swim lessons) or Group Excercise classes; registration will open up exactly 1 week in advance for EACH DAY for EACH TIME. Meaning if you want to swim 8:00 AM Monday 9/28, registration will open 8:00 AM Monday 9/21
Price included with membership

BYO towel, water bottle, and aquatics exercise equipment

Bring your own equipment and enjoy the warm water as you take conduct self-led aquatic exercises. A 45-minute reservation is a great way to continue your favorite cardiovascular exercises at your own pace. The resistance of the water helps strengthens and tones muscles and affects more of the body when exercising if the water is chest-deep. While our instructors won’t be instructing, they are available to answer questions you may have about how to do an exercise or can provide helpful tips and feedback. Aquatic workouts help to increase energy, endurance, and healthy living while reducing stress, tension, and anxiety.

Reserve Here

Cancellation Policy: If you need to cancel a reservation, please send an email to aquatics@shamesjcc.org at least 24 hours in advance of the class.

Understanding that emergencies happen, the Shames JCC will forgive your first missed class (without cancelling). Missing a second class without cancelling in advance will result in a $5.00 penalty.

Ryan Manahan

Director of Aquatics

(914) 366-7898 x1149

rmanahan@shamesjcc.org

Ryan Manahan rmanahan@shamesjcc.org

Aqua Cycle Classes: Registration Opens Monday, October 19; 9:00 AM

Program Pool (Max. 6 per class)

Open to All Shames JCC Members & Non-members, Ages 18+.
Registration required; limited to one class per week

7 Tuesdays,12:00 – 12:45 PM; beginning November 3:
Members: $140 for 6-week class
Non-members: $175 for 6-week class

5 Thursdays,12:00 – 12:45 PM; beginning November 5:
Members: $120 for 6-week class
Non-members: $150 for 6-week class

No class on November 26th

BYO towel and water bottle

Burn twice the calories in half the time! Open to adults of all swimming abilities and fitness levels. Aqua cycling takes spinning on land to a whole new level! Aqua cycling places stationary bikes underwater at waist level, allowing you to pedal against the resistance of the water, creating a significantly better workout.

Cancellation policy: Registration is for a 4-week or 5-week sessions; Refunds or make-ups will not be provided for missed classes. In the event of pool closure due to weather, make-ups will be provided if the class has not yet reached the halfway point when the closure begins.

Aqua Cycle/Aqua Treadmill Rental

Want to train on your own with our Aqua Cycles or Aqua Treadmills? This self-led rental is 30-minutes long and takes place in the Training Pool. After payment, participants must reserve at least 24 hours in advance in the Aquatics Office ext. 1149. Reservation MUST be confirmed by speaking to Aquatics Dept.

Rent an Aqua Cycle Rent an Aqua Treadmill

What You Need To Know

Swimmers should arrive 15 minutes early for health screening and sign in!

What do I need to do before I arrive?

Reserve a spot. Advance registration is required. If you do not have online access, you can call 914-366-7898 to make a reservation.
When you register online, you will be asked to sign a Shames JCC policy document acknowledging your understanding of our COVID-19 policies and procedures, and liability waiver. Copies of these forms will be available at the Information Station for those who register over the phone.
Download the free LiveSafe Mobile App on your mobile phone. Click here for details. You only have to download this app once.
Take the LiveSafe Mobile App health screening questionnaire EVERY TIME you prepare to visit the Shames JCC.

What should I expect when I arrive at the Shames JCC?

Lots of smiles! We are so happy to be meeting you back at the J!

When you enter our campus, stop at Health Screening Station for in-car, no-touch temperature check (You should have already taken the LiveSafe Mobile App health screening questionnaire.)
If your receive a green light (pass), park & proceed to the Information Station
If you receive a red light (fail), you will be asked to leave the Shames JCC campus
Sign in at the Information Station
Use the temporary restroom facilities, if needed
Proceed to the Aquatics Center Entrance (exterior door near previous Member Entrance)
While you are waiting for the door to open at your reservation time, READ the signs with specific instructions for the Aquatics Center

What should I expect when I enter the Aquatics Center?

Please follow these steps when you enter the Aquatics Center:

Place your belongings on an empty chair near the training pool.
Remove your mask and place it on your chair
Rinse off using an on-deck shower outside of the locker rooms
Enter the training pool on RIGHT side of steps
Swim and enjoy!

How will I know when it is time to get out of the pool?

When you hear a long whistle, your swim session has come to an end.

Are there special instructions to exit the Aquatics Center?

Funny you should ask. Yes. Please follow these steps:

Exit the training pool on the LEFT side of steps
Rinse off in the on-deck showers outside the locker rooms, only if you want to!
Proceed to the chair with your belongings
Place your mask over your nose and mouth
Towel off and put on your shoes, and any clothing you wish to put on over your swimsuit
Exit swiftly through Emergency Door (Exit to JCC Quad)
Go online and make another reservation to swim again!

What measures are in place to help protect me from COVID-19 while in the Aquatics Center?

To ensure the health and safety of our swimmers,

Health screenings are required for all participants and staff
The Aquatics Center is cleaned and disinfected between each reservation slot
Reservations are required and participation is limited to ensure physical distance between swimmers
All swimmers must rinse off using the on-deck showers before entering the pool
Staff who are not on active lifeguard duty are required to wear masks at all times. The Westchester County Department of Health does not allow lifeguards to wear masks while on duty.
Hand sanitizing stations are available throughout the JCC campus
Locker rooms and indoor restrooms are temporarily closed
Towel service has been suspended
Public water fountains are not available
Shared aquatics equipment is not available

What are the current Aquatics Center Policies?

To review the Aquatics Center Policies & Aquatic Exercise Schedule, click HERE.

The Shames JCC has a no-tolerance policy with regard to following our COVID Aquatics policies. Any participant who does not adhere will be asked to leave the JCC campus immediately, and not return until the pandemic is fully resolved.

Is there anything else I should know?

The Westchester County Department of Health does not permit active duty lifeguards to wear masks. Please do not approach the lifeguard stands unless necessary and maintain at least 6′ distance from lifeguards– for their safety and yours.

You can donate to the Shames JCC Emergency Fund here. We need you now more than ever!

You can review all of our COVID-19 policies and procedures here.

If you need to reinstate your membership or join the Shames JCC, please reach out to membership@shamesjcc.org

If you have questions about billing, please contact billing@shamesjcc.org

For general questions, please contact info@shamesjcc.org

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