BAPTIST HEALTH Rehabilitation Institute offers a variety of programs in our 25 yard, 3 lane indoor pool. The pool is maintained at a temperature of approximately 90 degrees. The facilities also include men's and women's locker rooms. All programs are adapted for each individual. The programs include:

WATER AEROBICS CLASS

Water aerobics class is to provide a moderate to high intensity workout with the goal of increasing cardiovascular fitness and burning fat. Class times for water aerobics are:

Monday - 7:30-8:30, 8:30-9:30, 11:30-12:30, 12:30-1:30

Tuesday - 5:30-6:30

Wednesday - 7:30-8:30, 8:30-9:30, 11:30-12:30, 12:30-1:30

Thursday - 5:30-6:30

Friday - 7:30-8:30, 8:30-9:30, 11:30-12:30, 12:30-1:30

Saturday - 9:00-10:00

ARTHRITIS CLASS

This class, adapted for individuals with arthritic problems, is based on guidelines recommended by the American Arthritis Foundation. The class goal is to improve overall conditioning and flexibility with an exercise program that is performed at a lower intensity, with no added resistance, and with minimum stress on joints. Arthritis class times are:

Tuesday - 11:30-12:30, 12:30-1:30

Thursday - 11:30-12:30, 12:30-1:30

AQUA MOMS CLASS

The goal of this class is to provide women with a safe and effective exercise option during pregnancy through eight months post partem. The emphasis of the class is cardiovascular fitness, flexibility and strength. Aqua moms class times are:

Monday - 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Tuesday - 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Wednesday - 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Thursday - 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Saturday - 10:00-11:00 a.m.

FIBROMYALGIA CLASS

This class is adapted for individuals with fibromyalgia. Doctors referral required. Class times are:

Tuesday - 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Thursday - 1:30-2:30 p.m.

THERAPEUTIC EXERCISE CLASS

This class provides a structured, individualized program for individuals who have had recent rehabilitation treatment or those who have any condition which would prevent them from participating in a standard community water aerobics class. This class involves 15 minutes of warm-up, 30 minutes of endurance and strengthening, and 15 minutes of cool-down. Therapeutic Exercise Class times are:

Monday - 9:30-10:30, 2:30-3:30

Tuesday - 9:30-10:30

Wednesday - 9:30-10:30, 2:30-3:30

Thursday - 9:30-10:30

Friday - 9:30-10:30, 2:30-3:30

The cost of the BHRI Pool Programs is as follows:

Water Aerobics, Arthritis, Fybromyalgia and Therapeutic Exercise Classes are $30.00 per month or $20.00 per month for 55-plus members. Aqua Moms Classes are $25.00 per month for individuals planning delivery at a BAPTIST HEALTH Hospital and $35.00 per month if delivery is planned elsewhere. Payments accepted through monthly bankdraft or semi-annually by check or credit card. All BAPTIST HEALTH employees pay $18.00 per month for all classes.

For more information contact the Therapeutic Recreation Specialist at (501) 202-7681.