Aquatics Programs

PARENT and TOT SWIM
Ages 6 mo. - 3 yrs.
The objective is to get both the parent and the child comfortable in the water. Children will have fun while parents guide them through water skills and explore the wonders of water play.
Starts September 7, 2008.
No class on October 12, 2008.
Sun. 9:00 - 9:30 am $102/M, $118/NM 12 weeks 35-1000-1

PreSCHOOL INTRODUCTORY SWIM
Ages 3 - 5
This is an introductory class for preschoolers. The focus is on water safety, initial stroke development, and water games.
Starts Sunday, September 7, Wednesday, September 10 and Thursday, September 11, 2008.
No class on Sunday, October 12, 2008.
Sun. 9:30 - 10:00 am, $102/M, $118/NM, 12 weeks, 35-0001-1
Wed. 2:15 - 2:45 pm, $77/M, $93/NM 9 weeks, 35-0002-1
Wed. 3:30 - 4:00 pm, $77/M, $93/NM 9 weeks, 35-0003-1
Thurs. 10:30 - 11:00 am, $102/M, $118/NM, 12 weeks, 35-0004-1

LEVEL 1: INTRODUCTION TO WATER SKILLS
Ages 6 & above
This class is designed for children who have no swimming skills. Children must be able to follow directions and hold on to the wall by themselves.
Starts Sunday, September 7, Tuesday, September 9, Wednesday, September 10 and Thursday, September 11, 2008
No class on Sunday, October 12, 2008.
Sun. 10:00 - 10:30 am, $102/M, $118/NM, 12 weeks, 35-1010-1
Tues. 4:00 - 4:30 pm, $85/M, $101/NM 10 weeks 35-1011-1
Wed. 4:00 - 4:30 pm, $93/M, $109/NM 9 weeks 35-1012-1
Thurs. 3:30 - 4:00 pm, $102/M, $118/NM, 12 weeks 35-1013-1

LEVEL 2: FUNDAMENTAL AQUATIC SKILLS
Ages 6 & above
Participant must have passed Level 1. This class is designed to give students success with fundamental skills. Students learn to float by themselves and recover in a vertical position. They begin to move in both alternating and simultaneous arm and leg motions on the front and back to lay the foundation for future strokes.
Starts Sunday, September 7, Tuesday, September 9, Wednesday, September 10 and Thursday, September 11, 2008.
No class Sunday, October 12, 2008.
Sun. 10:00 - 10:30 am, $102/M, $118/NM, 12 weeks, 35-0020-1
Tues. 4:00 - 4:30 pm, $85/M, $101/NM, 10 weeks, 35-0021-1
Wed. 4:00 - 4:30 pm $93/M, $109/NM 9 weeks 35-0022-1
Thurs. 3:30 - 4:00 pm $102/M, $118/NM, 12 weeks, 35-0023-1

LEVEL 3: STROKE DEVELOPMENT
Ages 6 & above
Participant must have passed Level 2. This level builds on coordination of the front crawl and backstroke and introduction to elements of the breaststroke and fundamentals of treading water. Basics of water entries will be introduced.
Starts Sunday, September 7, Tuesday, September 9 and Thursday, September 11.
No class on Sunday, October 12, 2008.
Sun. 10:30 - 11:00 am $48/M, $64/NM 6 weeks 35-3010-6
Tues. 3:30 - 4:00 pm $72/M, $88/NM 9 weeks 35-3020-6
Thurs. 4:00 - 4:30 pm $72/M, $88/NM 9 weeks 35-3040-6

LEVEL 4: STROKE IMPROVEMENT
Ages 6 & above
Participant must have passed Level 3. Increase the development of the front and back crawl with increase distance and coordination. Build on the butterfly stroke and refine skills of the elementary backstroke and breaststroke. Basics of turning on the wall will be introduced.
Starts Sunday, September 7, Tuesday, September 9 and Thursday, September 11, 2008.
No class on Sunday, October 12, 2008.
Sun. 10:30 - 11:00 am, $102/M, $118/NM, 12 weeks, 35-0040-1
Tues. 3:30 - 4:00 pm, $85/M, $101/NM 10 weeks, 35-0041-1
Thurs. 4:00 -4:30 pm, $102/M, $118/NM, 12 weeks, 35-0042-1

WAHOO SWIM TEAM
Completed Level 4
NEW SWIMMERS ALWAYS WELCOME!
JCC swimming offers instruction for the novice (completed Level 4) to the highly competitive swimmer. The Team swims in three leagues throughout the year. The emphasis of the team will be stroke mechanics, fitness conditioning, time improvement, and team building ideals.

GOLD: High School and USS Competitors.
JUNIOR GOLD: High level 13 & under, USS Competitors
SILVER: High level 8 & under, 10 & under, 12 & under, USS Competitors.
BRONZE: 8 & under and novice 10 & under.
New session of practice runs Monday, August 25, 2008 - November 21, 2008.
Gold: Mon. - Thurs. 4:00 - 6:00 PM and Fri. 3:30 - 5 PM $355/M/NM 35-5000-1
Junior Gold: Mon. - Thurs. 4:30 - 6 PM and Fri. 3:30 - 5 PM $320/M/NM 35-5001-1
Silver: Mon. - Thurs. 5:45 - 7 PM $265/M/NM 35-5002-1
Bronze: Mon. - Thurs. 6:00 - 7 PM $185/M/NM 35-5003-1
For further details contact: Kelly Sampson, Aquatics Director, x 235 or Nadya Mahoney, Assistant Aquatics Director, x 250.

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.
$20/M, $25/NM 30 minutes/Aquatics Staff
$25/M, $30/NM 30 minutes/Aquatics Director
2 students $30/$15 each/M 30 minutes/Aquatics Staff
2 students $40/$20 each/NM 30 minutes/Aquatics Staff
2 students $40/$20 each/M 30 minutes/Aquatics Director
2 students $50/$25 each/NM 30 minutes/Aquatics Director

SCUBA DIVING LESSONS
Teen/Adult
The experienced instructors at Central Mass Scuba will take beginner to expert through a course to become a Registered Scuba Diver. Classes are held on Thursday evenings at the JCC.
For more information contact www.centralmassscuba.com, 508-770-0689 or info@centralmassscuba.com

MASTER SWIMMERS
Teen/Adult/Senior Adult
This class is for those over 18 who wish to learn various training principles with all competitive strokes, turns and starts. Varied workouts for speed and endurance. A great class for triathletes and those who wish to make swimming part of their fitness program. You should be able to swim 100 yards without rest for this class. Stay fit with swimming, become stronger and more flexible, swim train with others, reduce stress, and learn to flip turn.
Instructor: Galia Tukachinsky, Swim Coach.
Monday & Wednesday - September 8 to December 17, 2008
Tuesday & Thursday - September 9 to December 18, 2008
No class week of November 24th to November 27th.
Mon. & Wed. 11:00 am - 12 pm, $125/M, $145/NM, 12 weeks, 35-5050-1
Tues. and Thurs. 6:15 - 7:15 am, $125/M, $145/NM 12 weeks 35-5051-1

DEEP WATER
Teen/Adult/Senior Adult
A 45 minute class that takes place suspended in the deep end of the pool with the use of a flotation belt and web gloves to increase resistance. This is non-impact exercise that will suit most people, including those with weight or joint problems. Work on building strength in you core muscle groups (abdominal/back). The format is intervals of power, cardio and active rest.
Mon. 8:15 - 9:00 am
Tues. 8:30 - 9:15 am
Thurs. 8:30 - 9:15 am
Fri. 8:15 - 9:00 am
No fee

WATERWORKS
Teen/Adult/Senior Adult
A 45 minute non-impact water fitness class that focuses on basic movements and patterns designed to gently condition muscles, improve range of motion and improve the rest of your day. Swimming skill not required.
Mon. 9:00 - 9:45 am
Wed. 9:00 - 9:45 am
Fri. 9:00 - 9:45 am
No fee

AQUA CHALLENGE
Teen/Adult/Senior Adult
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.
Tues. 7:00 - 7:45 pm, no fee
Thurs. 7:00 - 7:45 pm (Deep Water), no fee

SENIOR SWIM
Senior Adult
Come and enjoy an hour of swimming with your friends.
Mon. - Fri. 1:00 - 2:00 pm, no fee

AQUA PERSONAL TRAINING any age
Elain Drawbridge, Worcester JCC Fitness and Group Exercise Director offers personal training in the water and on land. Elaine is certified by Igor Burdenko, the leading authority on Aquatic Exercise and Therapy. Elaine leads clients through an Aquatic based workout customized to the individual's needs and abilities. For more information on this exciting new training system please contact Elaine Drawbridge, Fitness Director, x 230.

Private Sessions
1 Session (1 hour) - $47
5 Sessions - $215
10 Sessions - $430

Semi-Private Sessions
1 Session (1 hour) - $66 ($33/pp)
5 Sessions - $315 ($157.50/pp)
10 Sessions - $630 ($315/pp)