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		<title>The Best 5 Aquatics Classes for Seniors</title>
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<p>If you’re a senior, you may be wondering which workouts are best for you. Your local <a href="https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/">YMCA</a> is a great place for people of all ages to exercise, have fun, and meet new people in your community. That’s especially true in the pool!</p>



<p>We’ve rounded up the best five aquatics classes for seniors. These will help you tone muscle, soothe sore joints, and more.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">1. Aqua Squad</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" width="1024" height="517" src="https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/aqua-squad-1024x517.jpg" alt="happy woman smiling while stretching in the pool during an aquatics class" class="wp-image-8457" srcset="https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/aqua-squad-1024x517.jpg 1024w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/aqua-squad-300x151.jpg 300w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/aqua-squad-768x388.jpg 768w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/aqua-squad-1536x776.jpg 1536w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/aqua-squad-260x131.jpg 260w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/aqua-squad-50x25.jpg 50w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/aqua-squad-150x75.jpg 150w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/aqua-squad.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width:767px) 480px, (max-width:1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p><a href="https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/portfolio-item/aqua-squad/">Aqua Squad</a> is a low-intensity water workout built around stretching and gentle movement. In this class, you’ll get your heart rate up while setting goals for muscle strengthening and growth.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">2. Aquaerobics (Mid-day Waves)</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="517" src="https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/aerobics-1024x517.jpg" alt="" class="wp-image-8458" srcset="https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/aerobics-1024x517.jpg 1024w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/aerobics-300x151.jpg 300w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/aerobics-768x388.jpg 768w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/aerobics-1536x776.jpg 1536w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/aerobics-260x131.jpg 260w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/aerobics-50x25.jpg 50w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/aerobics-150x75.jpg 150w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/aerobics.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width:767px) 480px, (max-width:1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p><a href="https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/portfolio-item/aquaerobics/">Aquaerobics</a> develops muscle strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance for members of all ages. Take a break in your day to join us for water exercise and fun!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">3. Arthritis Foundation</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="517" src="https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/65157695_custom-1024x517.jpg" alt="fit senior woman smiling while in the pool during a water workout" class="wp-image-8450" srcset="https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/65157695_custom-1024x517.jpg 1024w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/65157695_custom-300x151.jpg 300w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/65157695_custom-768x388.jpg 768w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/65157695_custom-1536x776.jpg 1536w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/65157695_custom-260x131.jpg 260w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/65157695_custom-50x25.jpg 50w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/65157695_custom-150x75.jpg 150w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/65157695_custom.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width:767px) 480px, (max-width:1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p><a href="https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/portfolio-item/arthritis-foundation/">Arthritis Foundation</a> was co-developed by the Arthritis Foundation and the YMCA. The class involves gentle activities in warm water, with guidance from a trained instructor.</p>



<p>Water workouts are great for those with arthritis because you can exercise without straining your joints and muscles. In fact, you may find that this class eases your pain and stiffness!</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">4. Fountain of Youth</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="517" src="https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/37922961_custom-1024x517.jpg" alt="senior man and woman using small weights to tone muscles in the pool" class="wp-image-8453" srcset="https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/37922961_custom-1024x517.jpg 1024w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/37922961_custom-300x151.jpg 300w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/37922961_custom-768x388.jpg 768w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/37922961_custom-1536x776.jpg 1536w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/37922961_custom-260x131.jpg 260w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/37922961_custom-50x25.jpg 50w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/37922961_custom-150x75.jpg 150w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/37922961_custom.jpg 2048w" sizes="auto, (max-width:767px) 480px, (max-width:1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p><a href="https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/portfolio-item/fountain-of-youth/">Fountain of Youth</a> provides exercises to get your body moving and your heart pumping. Members ages 55 and older are welcome to participate in activities focused on cardio and muscle toning.</p>



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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">5. Morning Water Workouts</h2>



<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="517" src="https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/64821184_custom-1024x517.jpg" alt="senior man, senior woman, and younger woman smiling while stretching with pool noodles during a water workout" class="wp-image-7568" srcset="https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/64821184_custom-1024x517.jpg 1024w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/64821184_custom-300x151.jpg 300w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/64821184_custom-768x388.jpg 768w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/64821184_custom-260x131.jpg 260w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/64821184_custom-50x25.jpg 50w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/64821184_custom-150x75.jpg 150w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/64821184_custom.jpg 2048w" sizes="auto, (max-width:767px) 480px, (max-width:1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure>



<p><a href="https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/portfolio-item/morning-water-workouts/">Morning Water Workouts</a> develop muscle strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance for all ages. Start out your day with the YMCA water exercise instructors and join us for the fun!</p>



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<p>We can’t wait to see you in the pool! These aquatics classes for seniors will help you stay in shape while making new friends and having fun.&nbsp;</p>



<p>And if you prefer on-land exercise, we have several options for older adults, such as:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list"><li><a href="https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/portfolio-item/chair-yoga/">Chair Yoga</a></li><li><a href="https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/portfolio-item/fit-4-life-2/">Fit 4 Life&nbsp;</a></li><li><a href="https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/portfolio-item/senior-barre/">Senior Barre</a></li><li><a href="https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/portfolio-item/silver-sneakers/">Silver Sneakers</a></li></ul>



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<figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><a href="https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/group-fitness-classes/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="597" src="https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/YMCA-July-Awareness-CTA_CTA-1024x597.jpg" alt="senior man doing sit-ups" class="wp-image-7500" srcset="https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/YMCA-July-Awareness-CTA_CTA-1024x597.jpg 1024w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/YMCA-July-Awareness-CTA_CTA-300x175.jpg 300w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/YMCA-July-Awareness-CTA_CTA-768x448.jpg 768w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/YMCA-July-Awareness-CTA_CTA-250x146.jpg 250w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/YMCA-July-Awareness-CTA_CTA-50x29.jpg 50w, https://lafayettefamilyymca.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/YMCA-July-Awareness-CTA_CTA-129x75.jpg 129w" sizes="auto, (max-width:767px) 480px, (max-width:1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></a></figure>



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<p>The Lafayette Family YMCA is a community dedicated to healthy living and social responsibility. For more fitness tips and to stay up to date about YMCA events, connect with us on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/LafayetteYMCA">Facebook</a>, Twitter, LinkedIn, and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lafayettefamilyymca/">Instagram</a>, or visit our website <a href="http://www.lafayettefamilyymca.org/">here</a>.</p>
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