Aquatics
Kelly Sampson, Aquatics Director x235 ksampson@worcesterjcc.org
Nadya Mahoney, Aquatics Assistant x250 nmahoney@worcesterjcc.org
The JCC aquatics facility includes two pools, indoor
and outdoor with a separate wading pool, and a comprehensive
schedule of programs and classes. Take the
plunge into water fitness in our six-lane, 25 yard indoor
pool! Set in a spectacular building with natural lighting,
the pool is perfect for a leisurely swim or an effective
workout using water - not your body weight - as resistance.
Swim laps during our conveniently scheduled lap times and your entire family can enjoy our open swim times.
The JCC Aquatics Department also offers many courses throughout the year such as:
• lifeguard training courses and recertification
• first aid courses
• CPR courses and recertification
• WSI courses
• aquatics employment opportunities
• school vacation
• camps Sabra & Habonim Red Cross swim programs
• sports specialty camps swim program
• scuba diving classes at the JCC through
www.centralmassscuba.com
PRIVATE & SEMI-PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS Any ages
When group lesson times don’t fit your schedule, we offer private and semi-private instruction. We can teach you to swim at ANY age. We specialize in lessons for those who have “water issues”. Call Nadya Mahoney, Assistant Aquatics Director, x 250.
Wahoo Swim Team
The JCC Wahoo's offers the recreational and competitive swimmers the opportunity to develop and improve their swimming abilities. Our coaching staff provides top notch training for all four competitive strokes. The emphasis on the team is stroke mechanics, fitness conditioning, time improvement and team building. The team swims year round offering a Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer session option, competes in 3 leagues offering challenges for the novice swimmer and the competitive swimmer. New swimmers are always welcome, please contact the aquatics department to set up a try out.
Masters Swimming
This program provides organized and coached workouts for those over 18 who want to learn various training principles for all competitive strokes. Varied workouts for speed, endurance and technique improvement. Stay fit with swimming, become stronger and more flexible, swim train with others, reduce stress and learn to flip turn.
Group Lessons
We offer the American Red Cross Lean to Swim Program for preschool through grade 6. Our staff are experienced and certified instructors ready to provide swimmers with the necessary skills to be safe in the water.
In addition you can join one of our group aquatics fitness classes, private and semi-private swim lessons, or make an appointment with Elaine Drawbridge, Fitness Director for private Aqua Personal Training.
Group Fitness-Aqua Aerobics
Aqua Challenge
A 45 minute water class with minimal impact on your joints. Tools are used to increase the resistance of the water leading to a satisfying yet very effective class. A challenging cardio and strength workout in the water, improves endurance and flexibility. An excellent cross training activity.
Deep Water
A 45 minute class that is done while suspended in the deep end of the pool with the use of a flotation belt. This is non-impact exercise that will suit most people, including those with weight or joint problems. Work on building strength in your core muscle groups (abdominal/back). It can be a real calorie burner!
Waterworks
A 45 minute minimal impact water class that focuses on basic movements and patterns designed to gently condition muscles, improve range of motion and improve the rest of the day. You do not need to know how to swim.