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Click here for information about SWIM LESSONS!



Scherzer Family Aquatic Center Programming
Assistant Director of Sports and Recreation; Rossi Maldonado
438-6651 x 122 or
RossiM@saajcc.org

Betty Clark Indoor Pool
Sporborg Outdoor Pool
Rosenthal Kiddie Pool


Pool Schedules

 Indoor Pool Schedule (PDF) 
 Outdoor Pool Schedule (PDF) 

Celebrate! Have your pool party at the JCC!

Take advantage of the Betty Clark Indoor pool for a birthday party or any celebration. Splash around with beach balls, noodles and pool toys as our pool makes any celebration so much better. For pricing and availability call Jerri at 438-6651

Interested in Private Lessons for your child?? Contact Rossi Maldonado

Water Fitness Classes

All aqua classes subject to fee call 438-6651 Ext 122 for complete details.

Our
basic water fitness classes offer a less intense workout for 45 minutes. Instructors will be focusing on general muscle strength, flexibility and endurance.  Fees apply.

Our
intermediate aqua fitness classes offer a medium to moderate workout for fifty-five minutes. These classes are designed for a medium pace/medium intensity workout in shallow and deep water using training aids. Participants should be comfortable in deep water. Intermediate classes will focus on gaining muscular strength, improving cardiovascular efficiency and improving core body strength.  Fees apply.

Our
advanced aqua fitness classes offer an intense workout for sixty minutes. These classes are designed for a high intensity workout in shallow and deep water using training aids. Participants should be comfortable in deep water.  Fees apply.

 

Aquatics Class descriptions:

Infant Parent Aquatics Program: 12 - 36 months (30 min)
This class helps infants and toddlers become comfortable in and around the water with a parent or guardian.  Infants should be able to sit on their own before taking this class.  The class is not designed to teach children to become good swimmers or survive in the water on their own.  This program gives information and techniques to help orient children to the water and to supervise water activities in a safe manner. Class requires the participation of a parent or adult guardian in the water with the child.

Level 1- Water Exploration (30 min)
This course marks the formal beginning of the Learn to Swim Program.  Children will learn to kick on front and back with support.  They will also learn to be comfortable putting their face in the water and blowing bubbles.  Water safety rules and the proper way to enter and exit the pool will also be taught.  Upon completion children should have a basic understanding of the rules of the pool and be able to submerge themselves in the water.

Level 2- Primary Skills (30 min)
Children will learn a supine float unassisted, as well as flutter kick on front and back.  The basics of front crawl, back crawl and rhythmic breathing will also be covered.  In addition, children will retrieve objects underwater and become oriented to the deep water.  This level marks the beginning of true locomotion skills.

Level 3 & 4 - Stroke development / Stroke Improvement
With a freestyle base, learn to maximize efficiency by keeping head still and rotating body.  Learn the "frog-kick" and breaststroke swimming, with an introduction to the Butterfly.  Students will increase their endurance and improve their skills by swimming front crawl and back crawl for greater distances. 

FUN AND GAMES
This class is an introduction of Water Sports & Aquatic Games such as Water Polo, relays, basketball, volleyball, Capture the Shark, kayaking and many other fun water activities over the winter months.

Adult Swim Lesson (30 min) This course is designed to teach adults basic swimming and water safety skills in addition to increasing personal comfort in and around the water.  Classes are taught following the American Red Cross guidelines for adult swimming.  Skills learned in this level will include floating without support and recover to a vertical position as well as coordinating the front crawl and back crawl.  The course will also introduce the fundamentals of treading water.

Private Lessons (45 min) Individualized, 1 on 1 lesson is available.  Instruction is designed to meet any recreational or competitive swimming needs for children or adults.   

AJCC Member            Non-Member
Private lesson, single lesson pass:          $40                              $65
Private lesson, four - lesson package:     $140                            $165  

Any person who wishes to cancel a private lesson must contact the Aquatics office at least 24 hours in advance, otherwise he/she will be charged for the lesson

  • Note: Pool, program and instructor schedules dictate lesson availability

Specialty Aquatic Fitness Classes - Adults

USA Lifeguard Training Class - click here for schedule

The Arthritis Foundation Aqua Program

Silver Splash Aquatic Class

Aquatic
Policies and Procedures.

Pre-Natal Aquatic Class
Wednesdays from 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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A medical release is required for participation. The release needs to be available at time of class and must be signed by a doctor.
Fee - AJCC Members - $36, Nonmembers - $60
Participants may also pay a drop in rate:
$8 per class for Members
$12 per class for Nonmembers
(This fee is designed to accommodate women with due dates in the middle of the session.)
Water Exercise for Arthritis (AFAP) - An Arthritis Foundation Aquatics Program, this shallow-water exercise class is specifically designed for people with arthritis. The focus is on stretching and strengthening muscles without stressing the joints.
Mon, Wed, Fri - 11:15 - 12:15
Fee: $25 for Members, $45 Nonmembers


Need overnight locker room storage? The center has a limited number of lockers available for rent. Please see the business office for details.
*Please note*
- Class Times and fees are subject to change. Please Call the Aquatics Dept. at 438-6651x122 or stop by the pool for the most updated pool schedule, class fees, and times. Thank you for your cooperation.