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Hospital for Special Care Aquatic Rehabilitation and Fitness Center

Connecticut's premier Aquatic Rehabilitation and Fitness Center is a 27,000 square-foot, state-of-the-art facility with two wheelchair-accessible pools - a warm-water pool for aquatic therapies and a cooler pool for fitness, athletic training and recreation.

This dynamic center (opened in 1999), is located on the campus of Hospital for Special Care in New Britain, and also features a fitness center offering the latest computerized cardiovascular and strength-training equipment, including equipment specifically designed for therapy, and accessible for individuals living with a disabilities.

This Center brings together fitness, athletic training and rehabilitation in one convenient setting. Memberships and package rates available to the public.

Aquatic Classes and Swim Lesson Options
  • Member and Non-Member rates for aquatic classes available
  • Individual and group swimming lessons available for all levels

For further information and to register for a class please call Hospital for Special Care Aquatic Rehabilitation Center at: 1-877-HSC-POOL (1-877-472-7665), or (860) 223-2761, or contact us.

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Class Descriptions

Session Dates: May 5th through June 28th, 2007

Aqua Surprise

The instructor will choose the type of workout at the start of class. You will be surprised by a different aerobic exercise experience every time! The class is taught in both deep and shallow water.

Aqua Splash

Looking for a high energy workout? Jump into our moderate to high intensity class designed to help you burn fat, tone your body and strengthen your cardiovascular system.This class is taught in the shallow water utilizing a variety of aquatic exercise equipment.

Aqua Stride

This rigorous class in deep water gives you a cardio and strength training workout all in one! This class will take you through various non-weight bearing exercises consisting of water jogging and stationary leg, arm and abdominal exercises using resistance equipment.

Aqua Circuit

Improve your muscle tone and burn calories in this high impact, dynamic class. Throughout this class you will alternate between 2-3 minute aerobic segments and 90 second strength training segments using a variety of aquatic exercise equipment.

Joints in Motion

Join our warm water exercise program designed to increase range of motion, enhance mobility and improve strength for individuals with arthritis.

Lessons

Private swim instruction for all levels and age groups is available with a trained Red Cross Water Safety Instructor. Please inquire at the front desk for rates and available times.

Aqua Release - New Class

Do you have stiffness and stress that comes from joint pain, back problems or arthritis? Then this is the class for you! Exercise in our warm water pool using the natural support and resistance of the water to minimize pain. Our instructor will lead you through various gentle exercises designed to improve your balance, flexibility and muscular strength.

Time Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
6:00-7:00am Lap Swim Only
(Fitness Pool)
Lap Swim Only
(Fitness Pool)
Lap Swim Only
(Fitness Pool)
Lap Swim Only
(Fitness Pool)
Lap Swim Only
(Fitness Pool)
Lap Swim Only
(Fitness Pool)
7:00-7:45am Aqua Surprise
(Fitness Pool)
  Aqua Surprise
(Fitness Pool)
  Aqua Surprise
(Fitness Pool)
 
8:30-9:15am           Aqua Surprise
(Fitness Pool)
1:00-1:45pm   Joints in Motion
(Therapy Pool)
  Joints in Motion
(Therapy Pool)
   
5:00-5:45pm Aqua Splash
(Fitness Pool)
  Aqua Surprise
(Fitness Pool)
     
5:45-6:00pm Aqua Release
(Therapy Pool)
         
5:45-6:30pm   Aqua Stride
(Fitness Pool)
  Aqua Splash
(Fitness Pool)
   
5:50-6:30pm     Aqua Release
(Therapy Pool)
     

 

Pre registration is required for all classes. Sign up at the front desk.

**** Please note Aqua Surprise and Joints in Motion will not be held May 20th****

Hospital for Special Care Aquatic Rehabilitation Center
1-877-HSC-POOL
2150 Corbin Avenue, New Britain, CT 06053


Updates and Reminders
  • For your safety, please wear non-skid pool shoes whenever entering pool from locker-rooms.
  • Remember to sign in or swipe at the front desk.
  • Lockers: Please remove personal belongings from lockers when leaving the center.

Hours and Programs

Fitness Center
Mon.-Fri 6:00am to 8:00pm
Sat. 6:00am to 1:00pm

Fitness Pool
Mon.-Fri 6:00am to 7:00pm
Sat. 6:00am to 12:00pm

The fitness pool is reserved for lap swim only from 6:00a.m. to 7:00a.m., Monday-Saturday.
Recreational & lap swim areas are available between the hours of 7:00a.m. to 7:00p.m. Monday-Saturday.
One to two lap lanes are open during classes. Please refer to the class schedule for restricted lap times.

Therapy Pool
Monday-Friday 6:00a.m. to 7:00p.m.
Saturday 6:00a.m. to 12:00p.m.

Weather-Related Schedule Changes

Please call 1-877-472-7665 to find out if the Aquatic Rehabilitation Center will be opening late or closing early due to inclement weather.

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