Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Do you live with Arthritis? Do you have pain in your joints? Do you want to exercise but are afraid of the pain in your joints? The Aquatic Center at St. Ann Center is now offering a special Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program! This program is specifically designed for people with arthritis and related diseases and taught by a certified instructor. Participants improve their joint flexibility and reduce their pain and stiffness while supported by the water’s buoyancy and resistance. The classes also provide a friendly, fun atmosphere in which participants can make new friends and try new activities.

Water is a safe, ideal environment for relieving arthritis pain and stiffness. This swimming exercise class is designed to safely keep your joints moving and improve your sense of well-being.

At St. Ann Center swimmers enjoy a comfortable atmosphere where the solar heated water temperature is always 88 degrees. The pool is accessible to people of all physical abilities, a ramp and a special wheelchair is available to be taken into the water. For persons with limited mobility, we offer a moveable seat that supports people at water level and allows them to move freely.

Classes offered: Tuesdays 7:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. and Thursdays 2:00 p.m. - 2:45 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. – 7:45 p.m. Classes are taught by Joanne Lange a certified Arthritis Foundation instructor. We are offering a Special Rate of $5 per class.  Call Kristen at 414.977.5015 to learn more!

We want to hear from you!  Have you taken part in one of our Arthiritis Aquatic Program?  Did you like the class?  Please post a comment here!

2 comments:

  1. the pool is so warm and accessible sounds like a great benefit for many

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  2. Great idea nice to offer this

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