Therapeutic Aquatic Group Exercise Classes & Independent Exercise

WakeMed Outpatient Rehab offers four therapeutic aquatic options:

Novice class – for individuals with balance and gait challenges. This class is appropriate for individuals uncomfortable in the water and includes:

• Water walking
• Range of motion exercises

Level 1/1+ class – for individuals who have completed physical therapy or wish to increase muscular strength. This class is appropriate for individuals uncomfortable in the water and includes:

• Water walking
• Range of motion exercises
• Low endurance and low impact exercise for individuals with bone, joint, or neuromuscular conditions posing significant limitations in performance of daily activities
• Optional use of equipment

Level 2 class – for individuals who have moderate limitations in performing daily tasks and are comfortable in the water. This class includes:

• 20-30 minutes of continuous aerobic activity
• Use of resistance equipment for added intensity and muscular conditioning

Independent Aquatic Exercise is available for individuals who have completed physical therapy and wish to continue a therapist-established program. Individuals must be able to independently and safely: enter and exit the pool, perform exercises, and dress before/after pool use (can be with the assistance of a caregiver/family member).

The procedure for therapeutic aquatics classes and independent exercise is as follows:

1. Participant completes a Health History form in its entirety.
2. Participant obtains physician approval on page 2 of form.
3. Participant calls the pool to setup an orientation with a staff member. During the orientation, the health history form will be reviewed by a staff member, and a class level will be recommended.
4. Participant will purchase sessions ($5/session) at the pool office, prior to attending class.

At this time, class sizes are limited, and reservations are required. Participants must call to reserve a spot for class and/or independent exercise.

All classes are held on the Raleigh campus in the Health Park pool.

For questions or scheduling, please call 919-350-2838.