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A N N A D E L A P A Z ( 2 ) 48 | Washington Athletic Club Magazine | AUGUST 2014 Deep Water Fitness Using fitness disciplines, this class offers a safe and challenging water-based workout that includes cardio conditioning, body toning, and exhilaration in deep water. Monday : 11–11:45 am Joints in Motion Ease joint and muscle pain. This class takes participants through gentle range- of-motion, joint-mobility and flexibility exercises. It is appropriate for those suffer- ing from arthritis or muscle pain and stiff- ness or those recovering from an injury. Monday/ Wednesday: 10:30–11 am; free with Fitness Advantage Masters Swim Team The Masters Swim Team is a great opportunity for adult swimmers to participate in organized workouts to enhance endurance and improve stroke technique. Master swimmers are encouraged to attend practice regularly and to compete. Monday–Thursday: 6:30–7:30 pm; $30/month Private Swim Lessons The WAC aquatics team offers lessons designed to suit anyone's needs. Private lessons available during family swim times, based on availability. Ages 3 and up. Private lessons:$35 per lesson; $120 four-lesson package Semiprivate lessons (two-person limit) : $45 per lesson; $160 four-lesson package Prices based on 30-minute lesson Cancel 24 hours in advance for refund Tri/Cycle Swim Workouts A WAC Tri/Cycle Club pool workout. All lap swimmers welcome. Tuesdays and Thursdays: 6–7 am; free COURT SPORTS Badminton Nights The WAC gym hosts open badminton play on the first and third Wednesdays of every month. First and third Wednesdays: 7:30–9:30 pm; free for WAC members Basketball Coach—Donald Watts Donald Watts, a former Husky and professional basketball player, brings his Swinging away MEET THE ATHLETE Dave Croom started playing racquetball at age 17 and handball at 20. He's won numerous amateur titles in both sports and earlier this year placed fourth nationally with doubles partner Paul Julbes in the 45-plus national racquetball championships. We talked with the left-hander about the sports and how the WAC plays into his success. How would you compare handball and racquetball? They're two very different sports with unique cultures and stereotypes. You need to have good eye-hand coordination in both, and there's a great physical demand. Not many people do both at the same time. Which do you like more? Probably racquetball, but I admire anyone who plays handball. Handball players are more about the warriors within. Other than the racquet, what sets the sports apart from each other? Handball is much more difficult because you have to use both hands. It also requires more eye-hand coordination and footwork. What do you like most about playing? There's a variety of things, but they're each a great workout. They're both very competitive. I love playing. It's part of my lifestyle . How do you stay in shape? I come to the WAC a couple of times a week to play. Also, joining the WAC handball league has helped me team up with different partners for doubles tournaments. I also do cardio, circuit training, ski, and play squash on occasion. Any tips for players hoping to improve their games? With either sport, the way I've improved my game is with court time—solo on the court practicing certain strokes and getting to the point where you can be proficient with them. Also, compete in tournaments so you can gauge your level of skill.