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56 | Washington Athletic Club Magazine | FEBRUARY / MARCH 2015 ATHLETIC PROGRAMS Fitness Classes 206.839.4781 • Aquatics 206.464.3086 • wac.net/athletics Beginning Adult Swim Lessons Adults with limited experience in the water will gain comfort and confidence in both shallow and deep water. You'll learn the front and back crawls and the basics of breaststroke and butterfly. Develop endurance for lap swimming, too. Mondays, March 2–23: 1:30–2:30 pm Advanced Adult Swim Lessons For adults who can swim laps and have a basic knowledge of all four primary strokes. In class, you will refine stroke tech- nique, breath control, starts and turns, and endurance work. This class is a great pre- cursor to joining the WAC Masters Swim Team, lap swimming, or triathlon training. Wednesdays, March 4–25: 2:30–3:30 pm Aqua Boot Camp A high-intensity, low-impact workout for athletes and non-athletes alike who want a tough workout without aggravating knees, hips and other injury-prone joints. Wednesday: 1:30–2:30 pm Friday: 10:45–11:45 am 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 Cardio Express A 30-minute shallow-water workout designed to get you moving, with low impact to joints. This is great for cross- training or as an alternative to a rest day. Monday : 10:30–11 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 suffering from arthritis or muscle pain and stiffness or those recovering from an injury. Wednesday: 10:30–11 am; free with Fitness Advantage Masters Swim Team Join coach Eric Williamson for organized workouts to enhance endurance and improve stroke technique. Master swimmers are encouraged to attend practice regularly and to compete. Email masterscoach@wac.net for more information. 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. 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 master coaching to the WAC. Washington State Consensus Player of the Year in 1995, Watts reached his heights in Seattle with two NCAA appearances. He moti- vates with a progressive technique that combines the mental, physical and techni- cal aspects of the game. Sign up to work on your game one-on-one, with a partner or in a small group. Contact Darin Barr at 206.464.3074 or dbarr@wac.net Basketball (Women's Team) Interested in playing for the Women's WAC Basketball Team? If you're a female WAC member age 21 or older, contact Athletics Program Manager Darin Barr at 206.464.3074 or dbarr@wac.net. International Court Soccer (ICS) International Court Soccer is played on a racquetball or squash court using a specifically designed ball. Traditionally, the game is played one-on-one. ICS appeals to a range of ages and skill levels. ICS soccer balls can be checked out at the 6th Floor Sport Shop. Handball Instruction Members of the WAC Handball Club are offering free instruction for beginner and intermediate players by appointment. WAC members of all ages are welcome. Come experience the game of handball. Contact Athletic Programs Manager Darin Barr at 206.464.3074 or dbarr@wac.net B A R B A R A K I N N E Y