Water Fitness

a group of YMCA members in a water fitness class posing together for a photo

Low Impact Exercise, High Impact Fun

The pool is great for exercise because the water offers resistance while reducing the impact of land-based exercises. Water fitness classes are a fun way to exercise, and the low-impact workout builds strength and flexibility for people of all ages. Our Ys water fitness classes use a variety of exercises and equipment. Activities may include dance, calisthenics, walking, and kicking, and typically intensity and impact can be varied on an individual basis. Classes may take place in shallow water, deep water or a combination of shallow and deep water.

YMCA Water Fitness Offerings

Aqua Aerobics

This is a shallow water workout for all fitness levels. Enjoy a workout while dancing to fun music. This workout works on balance, coordination, and getting your heart rate up!
Dates Days Times Location Ages Register
Jul 1–29, 2026 W 5:00 AM – 6:00 AM Farmington Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register

Aqua Burn

This is a deep/Shallow water workout for all fitness levels. Enjoy a workout while suspended in the deep end of the pool wearing a flotation belt. The balanced workout includes strength exercises, toning, and flexibility. Intensity and impact can be varied on an individual basis. Participants must be comfortable in deep water and must social distance at all times. The shallow end will be used as well.
Dates Days Times Location Ages Register
Jul 2–30, 2026 Tu Th 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM Farmington Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register

Aqua Dance – Water Exercise

Make a splash with our high energy Aqua Dance Class! This water based workout combines easy to follow dance moves with cardio and toning exercises in the pool. Move to energizing music while enjoying the resistance and support of the water making it a low impact workout that is gentle on the joints and suitable for all fitness levels. Expect a mix of rhythms, cardio intervals and full body movements designed to improve endurance, coordination and strength.
Dates Days Times Location Ages Register
Jul 9–30, 2026 Th 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM Downriver Family YMCA Adult / 13–100 years Register
Jul 10–31, 2026 F 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM Downriver Family YMCA Adult / 13–100 years Register
Jul 11–25, 2026 S 5:15 AM – 5:45 AM Downriver Family YMCA Adult / 13–100 years Register

Aqua Deep

This is a deep water workout for all fitness levels. Enjoy a workout while suspended in the deep end of the pool wearing a flotation belt. The balanced workout includes strength exercises, toning, and flexibility. Intensity and impact can be varied on an individual basis. Participants must be comfortable in deep water and must social distance at all times.
Dates Days Times Location Ages Register
Jul 2–30, 2026 Tu Th 5:00 AM – 5:55 AM Farmington Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register

Aqua Easy Does IT

This is a workout done in the warm therapy pool. It is used to help people gain mobility, wake up muscles, and improve blood flow through the body. Easy slow movements great for arthritis and any other mobility issues.
Dates Days Times Location Ages Register
Jul 1–31, 2026 M – F 4:00 AM – 4:55 AM Farmington Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register

Aqua Intermediate

This is a workout done in the warm therapy pool. It is used to help people gain mobility, wake up muscles, and improve blood flow through the body. Easy slow movements great for arthritis and any other mobility issues.
Dates Days Times Location Ages Register
Jul 1–31, 2026 M W F 5:00 AM – 5:50 AM Farmington Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register

August Water Exercise

Use this in the app to schedule for all of your August 2026 Water Exercise Classes
Dates Days Times Location Ages Register
Aug 3–24, 2026 M 5:05 AM – 6:00 AM Macomb Family YMCA All Ages / 13+ years Register

Deep Water Exercise

This is a complete water fitness class using a variety of exercises and equipment. Activities may include dance, calisthenics, walking, kicking and the use of specialized equipment. Intensity and impact can be varied on an individual basis. Each class consists of warm-up, aerobic, muscle toning, flexibility segments and a cool down. Class may take place in shallow water, deep water, or a combination of the two.
Dates Days Times Location Ages Register
Jul 3–24, 2026 F 11:00 AM – 11:50 AM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 18+ years Register

July Water Exercise

Use this in the app to schedule for all of your July 2026 Water Exercise Classes
Dates Days Times Location Ages Register
Jul 6–27, 2026 M 5:05 AM – 6:00 AM Macomb Family YMCA All Ages / 13+ years Register

Water Exercise

This is a complete water fitness class using a variety of exercises and equipment. Activities may include dance, calisthenics, walking, kicking and the use of specialized equipment. Intensity and impact can be varied on an individual basis. Each class consists of warm-up, aerobic, muscle toning, flexibility segments and a cool down. Class may take place in shallow water, deep water, or a combination of the two.
Dates Days Times Location Ages Register
Jul 1–22, 2026 W 11:00 AM – 11:55 AM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 18+ years Register
Jul 1–22, 2026 W 6:05 AM – 6:55 AM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 18+ years Register
Jul 2–23, 2026 Th 3:40 PM – 4:40 PM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 18+ years Register
Jul 2–23, 2026 Th 5:05 AM – 5:55 AM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 18+ years Register
Jul 3–24, 2026 F 6:05 AM – 6:55 AM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 18+ years Register
Jul 3–24, 2026 F 5:05 AM – 5:55 AM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 18+ years Register
Jul 4–25, 2026 S 5:00 AM – 6:00 AM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 18+ years Register
Jul 4–25, 2026 S 5:00 AM – 6:00 AM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 18+ years Register
Jul 6–27, 2026 M 5:05 AM – 5:55 AM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 18+ years Register
Jul 6–27, 2026 M 6:05 AM – 6:55 AM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 18+ years Register
Jul 6–27, 2026 M 11:00 AM – 11:50 AM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 18+ years Register
Jul 6–27, 2026 M 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM Macomb Family YMCA Adult / 18+ years Register
Jul 6 – Aug 24, 2026 M 5:35 AM – 6:30 AM Carls Family YMCA Adult / 13+ years Register

Water Exercise – Deep Water

If Southgate Community Schools close due to weather conditions, all morning classes and programs will be canceled. This is a deep water workout for all fitness levels. Enjoy a workout while suspended in the deep end of the pool wearing a flotation belt. The balanced workout includes strength exercises, toning, and flexibility. Intensity and impact can be varied on an individual basis. Participants must be comfortable in deep water.

Dates Days Times Location Ages Register
Jul 3–31, 2026 F 4:00 AM – 4:45 AM Downriver Family YMCA Adult / 16+ years Register
Jul 3–31, 2026 F 6:00 AM – 6:45 AM Downriver Family YMCA Adult / 16+ years Register
Jul 6–27, 2026 M 2:30 PM – 3:15 PM Downriver Family YMCA Adult / 16+ years Register
Jul 6–27, 2026 M 4:00 AM – 4:45 AM Downriver Family YMCA Adult / 16+ years Register
Jul 6–27, 2026 M 6:00 AM – 6:45 AM Downriver Family YMCA Adult / 16+ years Register
Jul 8–29, 2026 W 6:00 AM – 6:45 AM Downriver Family YMCA Adult / 16+ years Register

Water Exercise – Flipper Fusion

If Southgate Community Schools close due to weather conditions, all morning classes and programs will be canceled. This water exercise class is a blend of cardio, aerobic, and toning exercises. Participants will use aqua steps as well as some flotation devices to give added resistance. All participants will need to provide their own flippers for this course.

Dates Days Times Location Ages Register
Jul 7–28, 2026 Tu 5:00 AM – 5:45 AM Downriver Family YMCA Adult / 16+ years Register
Jul 7–28, 2026 Tu 4:00 AM – 4:45 AM Downriver Family YMCA Adult / 16+ years Register

Water Exercise – High Energy

If Southgate Community Schools close due to weather conditions, all morning classes and programs will be canceled. This water exercise class is a blend of cardio, aerobic, and toning exercises. Participants will use aqua steps as well as some flotation devices to give added resistance.

Dates Days Times Location Ages Register
Jul 6–27, 2026 M 1:30 PM – 2:15 PM Downriver Family YMCA Adult / 16+ years Register

Water Exercise – Level 2

If Southgate Community Schools close due to weather conditions, all morning classes and programs will be canceled. This is a complete water fitness class using a variety of exercises and equipment. Activities may include dance, calisthenics, walking, kicking and the use of specialized equipment. Intensity and impact can be varied on an individual basis. Each class consists of warm-up, aerobic, muscle toning, flexibility segments and a cool down. Class may take place in shallow water, deep water, or a combination of the two.

Dates Days Times Location Ages Register
Jul 1–29, 2026 W 5:00 AM – 5:45 AM Downriver Family YMCA Adult / 16+ years Register
Jul 1–29, 2026 W 7:00 AM – 7:45 AM Downriver Family YMCA Adult / 16+ years Register
Jul 3–31, 2026 F 5:00 AM – 5:45 AM Downriver Family YMCA Adult / 16+ years Register
Jul 6–27, 2026 M 5:00 AM – 5:45 AM Downriver Family YMCA Adult / 16+ years Register
Jul 6–27, 2026 M 7:00 AM – 7:45 AM Downriver Family YMCA Adult / 16+ years Register

Water Fitness

Shallow and Transitional Water Aerobics. Registration for participation is required. Please make sure you have an active email address on file in the event the class does need to be cancelled – that way we can reach out and inform you quickly! Participants are encouraged to bring their own fitness equipment, towel, and water bottle.
Dates Days Times Location Ages Register
Jul 6, 2026 M 5:00 AM – 5:55 AM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 0+ weeks Register
Jul 7, 2026 Tu 2:30 PM – 3:25 PM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 0+ weeks Register
Jul 8, 2026 W 5:00 AM – 5:55 AM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 0+ weeks Register
Jul 9, 2026 Th 2:30 PM – 3:25 PM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 0+ weeks Register
Jul 13, 2026 M 5:00 AM – 5:55 AM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 0+ weeks Register
Jul 14, 2026 Tu 2:30 PM – 3:25 PM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 0+ weeks Register
Jul 15, 2026 W 5:00 AM – 5:55 AM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 0+ weeks Register
Jul 16, 2026 Th 2:30 PM – 3:25 PM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 0+ weeks Register
Jul 20, 2026 M 5:00 AM – 5:55 AM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 0+ weeks Register
Jul 21, 2026 Tu 2:30 PM – 3:25 PM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 0+ weeks Register
Jul 22, 2026 W 5:00 AM – 5:55 AM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 0+ weeks Register
Jul 23, 2026 Th 2:30 PM – 3:25 PM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 0+ weeks Register
Jul 27, 2026 M 5:00 AM – 5:55 AM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 0+ weeks Register
Jul 28, 2026 Tu 2:30 PM – 3:25 PM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 0+ weeks Register
Jul 29, 2026 W 5:00 AM – 5:55 AM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 0+ weeks Register
Jul 30, 2026 Th 2:30 PM – 3:25 PM South Oakland Family YMCA Adult / 0+ weeks Register