Aqua Aerobic
Information & FAQs of Aqua Aerobics
Why Aqua Aerobics?
The fitness value of aqua aerobics is fantastic. It conditions the heart, lungs, all major muscle groups, builds muscle endurance and strength, burns fat & inches.
Water provides natural resistance – the harder or faster you try to move or push through it, the more it will resist you. As 90 per cent of your body is supported by water, there is a negligible injury risk because there is little stress on joints and ligaments. It's a great activity even for those who can't swim! Water exercise is probably the best choice for those who are overweight and out of shape. It's a great choice for those who have arthritis, knee or lower-back problems as well as the pregnant exerciser. It's ideal for the older exerciser. As water is gentle on the body, it's used for injury rehabilitation. Denser stronger bone, improvement of health conditions such as blood pressure, asthma & diabetes are some other benefits. And most importantly, it's such a fun workout!
FAQs
Aqua-bells, fins, hand-paddles, inflatable rubber mittens and Styrofoam models are accessories that can be used by the exerciser at a later stage.
Swimwear is most appropriate. But some may be more comfy wearing tights/shorts/ tracks & a t-shirt, which is fine too.
Twice or thrice, but not more.
No. You can mix & match timings & days too. Note that men are restricted to the men's timings only.
Absolutely. Depending on a person's particulars (age, health, problems, goals, etc.) the Instructor will make modifications for each individual's member, & help them implement the same.
No just a normal, healthy & balanced diet. More info will be given upon enrolment.
If it's the first time you're enrolling into the Aqua Aerobics programme, speak to any of our Trainers in the Gym/ Hub/ Workshop/ the Aqua Aerobics facility. They'll guide you through the process.
Term fees are to be paid when the member comes in to enroll.
Aqua Aerobics makes for a complete workout. You don't need to take on any other form of exercise with it, unless you've been specifically advised to, or you'd like to hasten the process of achieving your goals.
We have a system of Make-up classes, which will be explained to you upon joining.
The Benefits of Aqua Aerobics & Benefits on different Health Conditions
- Fat, inch, & weight loss
- Firming & toning up increased
- Flexibility & Mobility
- Many muscular injures can be reversed. Aqua Aerobics plays a valuable role in rehabilitation
- Improvement of co-ordination, posture, balance and alignment
- Stamina is improved
- Improved sleep
- An excellent choice for those with musculoskeletal injuries & for those who are pregnant as 90% of the body is
- balanced and supported by water
- Ideal for the older exerciser
- Denser stronger bone
- Improvement of health conditions such as blood pressure, asthma, & diabetes
Pilates Equipment
- Allegro Reformer
- Studio Reformer
- Reformer Trapeze Combo
- Wunda Chair
- Combo Chair
- Magic Circle
- C-Shaper
- Baby Arc/ Spinal Corrector
- Ladder Barrel/ Stair Barrel
- Swiss Ball
- Dynaband
- Core Board
- Gyrotonics Tower Handle Pulley
Facilities Available
- Fully equipped Gyrotonics & Pilates Hub
- Attached changing room and toilet
- Showers
- Lockers (no extra cost)
- Valet parking
- Basic recommended dietary guidelines
- Individual programmes tailored for each member, monitored and periodically changed by Trainer
- Progress recorded on a periodical basis by Trainer
- Open 7 days a week
Diet Guide
About Weight Loss
The right way in which to lose weight is not by dieting, but by eating the right kinds of food, coupled with the right amount of exercise. Diets (& especially crash diets) are not only ineffective, but can also be extremely harmful.
Recommended Dietary Changes (Healthy) food for thought...
- Remove the skin from chicken, fish & meat before cooking. These skins contain a high level of fat.
- Did you know that it takes your brain 20 minutes to realize that your stomach is full? So, if you eat slowly, putting your fork down after each bite, you'll become full after eating less food.
- Eat out of a smaller plate- you'll tend to feel you're eating more than you really are!
- Cut down on milk & milk products such as yogurt, cheese, cottage cheese, ice cream, fresh cream, etc. If you must consume the same, make sure they are made of "No fat" milk, which is easily available.
- Eat more carbohydrates. Ideally, 58% of our daily food intake should be in the form of carbohydrates, but mostly in the form of fruits & vegetables. Consume less starch, e.g. rice, bread, potatoes, chapattis, & pasta. Switch to unpolished rice, wholemeal or multigrain bread, chapattis made of nachni, johar or bajra flour (not white or wheat flour). Consume only one starch per meal, not more.
- Avoid fried foods. Use cooking methods such as boiling, baking, steaming & grilling instead.
- Keep these foods in check: butter, mayonnaise, whipped cream, cakes, chocolates, desserts, salad dressing, Indian sweets.
- It's interesting to know that by cutting down on fats & increasing your carbohydrates, you can eat more food without increasing your caloric intake! This is because: 1 gram of fat= 9 calories, whereas 1 gram of carhohydrates= 4 calories.
- Cut down on meats. Most of us eat 2- 3 times more protein than our bodies require.
- Cut down on aerated drinks. Avoid juices. Drink more plain, room temperature water through the day.
- Avoid alcohol as it is high on calories. 1 ounce has about 200 calories.
- Eat to the extent where you are satisfied, but not stuffed! Most of us have this tendency to over-eat without even realizing it.
- Of course, changing old habits is not easy, so be patient. Moreover, be honest with yourself.
Charges
If you'd like to join us for
1 Month (2/week)
3,220/-
- Initial One Time Enrollment – Rs. 600/-
- Consultancy Charges – Rs.2,000/-
- Locker Deposit – Rs.500/-
1 Month (3/week)
4,650/-
- Initial One Time Enrollment – Rs. 600/-
- Consultancy Charges – Rs.2,000/-
- Locker Deposit – Rs.500/-
3 Month (2/week)
8,190/-
- Initial One Time Enrollment – Rs. 600/-
- Consultancy Charges – Rs.2,000/-
- Locker Deposit – Rs.500/-
3 Month (3/week)
11,880/-
- Initial One Time Enrollment – Rs. 600/-
- Consultancy Charges – Rs.2,000/-
- Locker Deposit – Rs.500/-
- The above is subject to the terms being identical (i.e. duration and dates). This does not include Personal Training.
- Term fees are to be paid when the member comes in to fill out their form or to rejoin, as the case may be. One may not pay their fees and start on the same day. Fees must be paid in advance of a member's commencement date.
- If it's the first time you are joining the Aqua Aerobics facility, just walk in and any of the Trainers will guide you through the formalities.
Batches
Days | Time | Instructor |
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Mon, Wed, Fri | 07:00 p.m. - 08:00 p.m. | Rotating |
Tue, Thur, Sat | 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. | Rotating |
Tue, Thur | 11:20 a.m. - 12:20 a.m. | Rotating |
* Indicates timing available to both men and women. The rest are open to women only.
Enrolment
If you've been working out at our Aqua Aerobics facility before, you can just pay the trainer and sign up in the Aqua Aerobics facility, Gym, Work Shop or Hub in advance.
One may not pay their fees and start on the same day, fees must be paid in advance of a member's commencement date.
If it's the first time you are joining the Aqua Aerobics facility, just come by and any of the Trainers will guide you through the formalities.
Download Forms
Upon Joining
Welcome to Aqua Aerobics & congratulations on making this commitment to fitness!
…Before Class …. Many aqua exercisers like the look and feel of swimwear, but if you're not comfortable, get into shorts, tights, tracks & a T-shirt instead.
Come in a few minutes before class time so that you can get changed & settled. Match your position and alignment with the instructor's: Are your knees bent? Is your abdomen held in? Technique & form is very important.
Don't eat about 2 hours before class. If you're very hungry before class, you could eat a light carbohydrate snack before you come in, but make sure you keep a gap of at least 1 1/2 hours between your snack and your workout.
It is important not to let your self get dehydrated, so when you need a drink of water during class, get one. Water will be supplied to you in class, but you may bring your water if you want to.
Warm up…. The first 5-7 minutes of your class is designed to warm-up the body before working it. A combination of stretches and limbering exercises get the muscles and heart ready to work. Be sure to get to the class on time so that you can get the benefit of the warm-up. If you are late, warm-up on your own before you join the class in progress.
…. Cardio Segment….. The goal of the cardio segment is to raise your heart rate to its target and keep it there for approximately 25-30 minutes. You'll be shown how to figure out your target heart range and monitor how you are doing.
You will constantly be given demonstration with each and every move that is performed, along with modifications to meet each individual's requirement, be it a health problem or specific goal.
….Muscle Toning… The purpose of the muscle toning segment is to tighten, strengthen and even reshape your muscles. Try to make sure your form is correct, paying special attention to body alignment. If you're not sure where you're supposed to fill the movement, ask your instructor.
This segment also corrects postural deviations, e.g. rounded, droopy shoulders, or a forward pelvic tilt.
The instructor may correct your position. This isn't criticism; it is an aid to help you get the most out of each exercise.
….Cool Down…. The cool-down at the end of class brings your heart rate back to normal and helps you stretch and relax the muscles you have worked so hard. This is important because leaving the muscles in a contracted state instead of stretching them could cause stiffness and even muscle cramps later. Stay until the end of class and give yourself the gift of those last few relaxing minutes.
Odds ‘n' ends….
You'll get an ID card on the first day of your class from the Instructor. Be sure to bring it to class whenever you come in. Without it, you may be denied a class.
You'll get the most out of your workouts with 2-3 days classes a week.
If your goal is to lost weight, combine regular aerobic exercise with a sensible diet that limits calorie intake without depriving you of the essential nutrients you need.
Our website www.bodyart.in will give you very comprehensive info on the same. Do browse through; you can hit ‘print' on all your pages.
Booking a Make-Up Class-
In case you miss a class, it can be made up in another batch timing provided:
- It is made up during the same term.
- You take specific prior permission from the Management. Call us, or speak to your Instructor, who will get Admin to call you & confirm the same.
Note: After make-up has been arranged, it cannot be altered or cancelled for any reason whatsoever. A missed make-up class cannot be made-up again.
Booking A Make Up on our website is not available to our Aqua Aerobic members. It is only for our Workshop members.
Keep track of your progress. Check on your weight & measurements on a monthly basis. If you're coming in 3 times a week, & combining your workouts with the eating plan we recommend, you should be losing at the rate of 1-1.5” (or more) per area, per month.
Useful Informaiton
Some Useful Information about your Aqua Aerobics Enrolment
- Timings: * indicates timings for both men and women. The rest are for women only.
- Our fees are as follows: One-time Admission fee – Rs. 600/-
1 month (twice a week) Rs. 2,930/- 3 months (twice a week) Rs. 7,450/- 1 Year (twice a week) Rs. 20,380/-
1 month (thrice a week) Rs. 4,230/- 3 months (thrice a week) Rs. 10,800/- 1 Year (thrice a week) Rs. 29,980/- - You will receive your ID Card from your instructor on your first class, which you will need to produce whenever you take a session.
- Once the commencement date of your term has been fixed, it will not be changed for any reason.
- If you'd like to have a locker, there is no extra charge for one. We do charge a deposit for the key. This will be refunded to you (in full) once the key is returned & the locker is surrendered in accordance with our locker rules. Please read the rules carefully. Do not leave anything of value in your locker. Day Lockers (no extra cost)
- You'll find our shower / Changing Facilities convenient.
- Valet parking is available on all days of the week. Valet parking at the owner's risk.
- Visit www.bodyart.in & browse through for information on a healthy plan to help you lose weight & inches fast.
- Foreign Sports Wear & Health foods are available here.
- Food & beverages may not be brought into the facility.
- Do come in a few minutes before class time.
- All Classes comprise of both cardio and resistance training, so you get the maximum benefits from your workout.
- Enrolment can only be for the whole month or for consecutive months. Your sessions can be taken during that term only, and not beyond it.
- If you miss a class, it can be made up in another batch timing provided;
It is made up during the same term. Classes may not be taken thereafter.
You take specific prior permission from the management.
Note: After a make-up has been arranged, it can not be made up again. - Term extensions are not granted for any reason.
- To renew your Aqua Aerobics Membership with us, please pay your fees 10 days prior to the expiry date indicated on your ID card. Upon failure to do so, we may not be in a position to hold your place for you. All fees must be paid in advance of the date from which membership is to become effective.
- Membership fees are not-transferable and not refundable.
- The centre will be closed on certain Public Holidays. These dates will be specified on the Notice Board well in advance.
- Please have your Medical Clearance Form duly completed by your Medical Practitioner and returned to us as soon as possible.
- Any loss arising out of damage to any equipment / property of Body Art caused by an act of any member will charged to the member against the loss so determined by the Management.
- The Management reserves the right to restrict from entry or to remove from the Body Art premises any person(s) whose continued presence is offensive or unacceptable to other members or to the Management. Membership of such person(s) is likely to be terminated without refund.