RECREATION SWIM & SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Like other exercises, swimming boosts endorphins that increase feelings of well-being. Plus, the rhythmic strokes and sound of water make swimming much more relaxing. It’s been shown that swimming produces the same “relaxation responses” as yoga, and the stretching and contracting of your muscles can heighten this experience.
RECREATION SWIM & SPECIAL PROGRAMS
Aquatic Fitness Programs| 16 Yrs. & UP | Cascade Swim Center
Aqua Fitness is a healthy way to get in shape while having fun. This fitness option limits stress on joints, improves balance and flexibility, cardiorespiratory health, muscular strength and endurance. Classes are designed to give a full body workout and are adjustable to all abilities. No swimming ability necessary. Please contact Robin Gaudette at robin.gaudette@raprd.org with any questions or concerns.
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Join us for a fun-filled pool party. You never know what a party has to offer but you can expect a challenging cardio and muscle workout, great music and the occasional pool toy all wrapped in a
ton of FUN! Monday, 9:05-9:55am.
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Hydro-SET is Strength & Endurance Training in the aquatic environment. While you will still get a great cardio workout, the emphasis will be on muscular strength. We teach to all levels of ability and all 3 depths of water. The water’s unique properties will improve your strength, balance, core and more! Wednesday, 9:05-9:55am​
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Waves emphasizes cardiorespiratory conditioning using different patterns of training. From the classic aerobics class to High Intensity Interval Training (HITT) you will challenge yourself every time! We provide options for different abilities and depths of water. Get your heart and metabolism revved up for the weekend with WAVES! Friday, 9:05-9:55am
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SilverSneakers® Splash is designed to increase strength and cardiovascular endurance. A signature Splash kickboard provides both resistance and flotation assistance. This class is suitable for all levels and is safe for non-swimmers. For a great workout, just add water with SilverSneakers® Splash! Tuesday & Thursday, 10:45-11:40am
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Lap Swim/Water Walking | All Ages
Swim laps or get an independent workout in our 25 meter pool. Please note the signs and chose the lane/area of the pool commiserate with your activity and skill level. Swim equipment is available for use at no additional charge. Remember to be considerate and share lanes. When 3 or more are lap swimming, all swimmers in the lane must circle swim according to the speed. To “circle swim,” swim down one side of the land and back up the other side.
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Recreation Swim | All Ages
Come on down for open swims with the whole family! Diving boards, spa and 25 meter pool. US Coast Guard Approved flotation devices only (no flotation toys or water wings, please). Children below 42” in height or 7 years and under must be accompanied and supervised in the water at all times by a responsible patron 16 years or older. Unaccompanied minors will be required to provide contact information for a parent or guardian prior to entry.
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Swimsafekids | Minors under the age of 16
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 16 who want to use the Cascade Swim Center without a parent or guardian needs to enroll in SafeSwimKids by a parent or guardian. This is not a program with a fee, but a behavior agreement and contact registration. Available for registration online, or at the reception desk at CSC.
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Masters Swim | 18 Yrs. & UP
Masters swim is an adult fitness opportunity that can challenge you in your fitness and competitive goals. Workouts often require the ability to swim at least 500 meters. Group workouts are organized on Monday, Wednesday and Fridays from 7:00-8:00am, it's easy to fit us into your schedule. No registration is required - just drop in for a great workout.
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Redmond Aquatic Club Eels (RACE) | Ages 7-18 Yrs.
Our mission: to teach children and teens safety, competition and the fun of swimming. RACE is committed to providing an excellent program for children and teens ages 6-18. It is a year round program that is split into two seasons. The short-course season runs September through March and the long-course season runs April through August. Achieving excellence is the result of striving each day to do better than the last.
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If you want to be on a swim team, get exercise and have fun then RACE is the club for you. RACE provides youth swimmers with opportunities to travel, compete, develop new friendships, achieve goals and have fun. RACE promotes health and fitness as well as responsibility, commitment and sportsmanship among its members. Swimmers interested in joining the RACE swim team must try out. To arrange for an opportunity to try out email: Head Swim Coach Shane Bennett at shane.bennett@raprd.org.
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Discover Scuba Diving® Diving | Ages 10 & UP | CSC
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Want to find out what scuba diving is like? During a Discover Scuba® Diving experience, you can try scuba diving for the first time in a fun and safe environment. A highly trained PADI® Professional will provide everything you need to scuba dive. You’ll receive a presentation on how to use scuba gear and then you will take your first breaths underwater!
For questions regarding course content, contact Nick Rinn (541) 480-7736 or Lynn Tallman (541) 514-5417. *Parents must sign for children under the age of 18. All participants are required to complete a medical waiver. This is not a certification course. For Session dates and times, see page 20 of the Winter/Spring Activity on the home page. Cost is $100.00 I/D; $130.00 O/D
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Spring Break Lifeguarding Course | Ages 15 & UP | CSC
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Have you always wanted to be certified as a lifeguard? Or do you have a summer job that requires lifeguard and CPR certifications? This spring CSC is offering lifeguarding courses that, when successfully completed, will certify participants with
lifeguarding, CPR, First Aid and AED and BBP. This course combines lectures, demonstrations and video with hands-on training and practice. Participants must be strong swimmers able to swim at least 200 meters (8 lengths) without stopping. This is a very popular class and space is limited so sign up early.
The course is a blended learning class, with online coursework and in-person training and testing sessions. For dates and times see page 20 of the Winter/Spring Activity Center on the home page. Cost is $225.00 I/D; $293.00 O/D
REDMOND AQUATIC WELLNESS
Jessica Rowan and her incredible Aquatic team have been hard at work. Along with RAPRD we are launching a holistic aquatic health and fitness program, the first of its kind in Redmond. The water is an environment with unique benefits, and aquatic exercise is outstandingly versatile and inclusive.