Drop-in Aquatic Fitness
Looking to improve your fitness in a fun and low-impact way? We offer a variety of drop-in aquatic fitness times at North Clackamas Aquatic Park. These programs are perfect for anyone seeking to stay active and healthy while enjoying the benefits of water-based exercise.
Lap Pool Fitness
Lap Pool Fitness is a great way to get your heart pumping, and it also offers fantastic benefits such as improved cardiovascular health, muscle toning and strengthening, better joint health, and increased flexibility. This independent workout time in the lap pool is perfect for swimmers 13 years and older. All ages lap swim is also available; see schedule for details. To enhance your workout, complementary equipment is available for use during these times, including kickboards, pull buoys, and diving bricks.
Our pool measures 25 yards in length and is kept at a comfortable temperature of 82 degrees year-round. The depth ranges from three feet six inches to four feet nine inches.
Lap Pool Etiquette
At North Clackamas Aquatic Park, we strive to create a welcoming and enjoyable environment for all water enthusiasts. To help ensure a positive experience while lap swimming, please follow these important etiquette guidelines:
- Practice Circle Swimming: We encourage swimmers to practice circle swimming in designated lanes only. Split or shared lanes with a maximum of two swimmers are available in addition to circle swim lanes. Circle swimming technique involves swimming on the right-hand side of the lane while moving in a counterclockwise direction. By staying to the right side of the lane, you allow faster swimmers to pass on your left. Maintaining a consistent speed will help prevent congestion and keep the lanes flowing smoothly. Take a moment to pace the lane before alerting swimmers and joining in.
- Respect Personal Space: It's important to respect the personal space of fellow swimmers. Maintaining a safe distance helps avoid accidental collisions. If you find yourself catching up to a slower swimmer, please wait for an appropriate moment to pass them with caution, ensuring you have enough room.
- Avoid Stopping Mid-Lane: Stopping abruptly in the middle of the lane can disrupt the flow for others and increase the risk of collisions. If you need to take a break or adjust your goggles, please move to the side of the lane to allow others to continue swimming uninterrupted.
- Communicate Effectively: Clear communication enhances the experience for everyone. Use hand signals, nods, or eye contact to indicate your intentions, whether it’s to pass or change directions. Being respectful and considerate in your interactions fosters a positive swimming atmosphere.
Thank you for helping to create a friendly and safe swimming environment for everyone. Happy swimming
Water Aerobics Fitness
The North Clackamas Aquatic Park offers numerous water aerobics classes for a variety of fitness and ability levels. Classes are available in the morning and evening nearly every day of the week. Check out the class descriptions to see which one would best suit you and your needs.
Deep H2O
Venture into the 13-foot pool where you’ll use buoyancy equipment to enhance flotation of the body. This exercise routine enhances flexibility and range of motion while using water to reduce stress on the body.
H2O Fit
H2O Fit is a refreshing way for people of any fitness level to comfortably tone and strengthen muscles while developing coordination. This low-impact workout uses water resistance and allows improvement at your own pace. The H2O Fit class takes place in the lap pool.
Water Aerobics: Know Before You Go
- Please consult your physician prior to beginning any type of exercise program.
- All classes are subject to change due to instructor substitutions/availability, class attendance, or should an emergency situation arise.
- Avoid disruptions to the class by arriving early/on time to select appropriate equipment, and please keep talking to a minimum. If you find it necessary to leave class early, please let the instructor know in advance.
- Instructors will include modifications for each workout for varying ability levels.
- We prioritize your health and safety during and after your workouts. That’s why we include cooldown and stretching sessions at the end of most classes. If you need to leave before the cooldown/stretching is complete, we kindly ask that you take a moment to do this on your own to support your body’s recovery.
Dive Well Fitness
Dive Well Fitness is an independent workout time in the dive pool for individuals who are 13 years or older. Complementary equipment is available during these times, including Aqua Joggers, noodles, and foam weights. The dive pool is 12 yards long and wide, and 13 feet deep. This pool is maintained at a temperature of 82 degrees year-round. We encourage all swimmers to communicate and share the space for different types of workouts.