Hydro Health: Gentle Water Fitness at Selwyn Aquatic

💦 Hydro Health at Selwyn Aquatic Centre is a low impact water-based fitness class specifically designed for those with limited mobility or recovering from injury. This gentle class focuses on improving balance, flexibility, functional strength and co-ordination in a supportive aquatic environment.

Perfect for:

• Rehabilitation and recovery
• Injury prevention
• Fall prevention
• Improving restricted range of movement

Class Schedule:

• Monday: 10:30am
• Tuesday: 12:15pm
• Wednesday: 10:30am
• Thursday: 11:30am and 6:00pm
• Friday: 11:30am

Location: Selwyn Aquatic Centre, 71 Broadlands Drive, Rolleston 7614

Cost: $7 casual entry or enquire about membership options

Contact: Phone 03 347 2734 or email sac.enquiries@Selwyn.govt.nz

Benefits of Water-Based Exercise for Mobility and Recovery 🏊‍♀️

Water-based exercise offers unique advantages that make it ideal for those with mobility challenges or recovering from injury. The buoyancy of water reduces stress on joints while providing natural resistance for effective yet gentle strength training.

Why water exercise is brilliant for rehabilitation:

• The water's buoyancy supports up to 90% of your body weight, dramatically reducing impact on painful joints
• Hydrostatic pressure helps reduce swelling and improves circulation
• Water provides multidirectional resistance, strengthening muscles more evenly than land exercises
• The warm pool environment (35°C) helps relax tight muscles and increases flexibility
• Exercising in water can improve balance with minimal risk of falling

Water-based classes like Hydro Health provide a supportive social environment where participants can work at their own pace while still feeling part of a group. The consistent water temperature at Selwyn Aquatic Centre creates an ideal environment for gentle movement.

Many participants find water-based exercise more enjoyable than traditional gym workouts, which increases long-term adherence to physical activity. The sensation of weightlessness in water can also provide psychological benefits, reducing anxiety about movement for those with pain or mobility concerns.

Regular participation in water exercise has been shown to improve daily functioning, reduce reliance on pain medication, and enhance overall quality of life for many participants with chronic conditions or limited mobility.