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Aquatic Aerobics

 

If you walk into the Callowhill Aquatic Center during class time, you'll observe a swimming pool of aquatic exercisers moving to music. Aquatic exercise or water aerobics can develop cardiovascular fitness, improve muscular endurance and overall strength. Richard Gray is the director of the Callowhill Aquatic Center. It is the largest water aerobics program in Baltimore city and has been in existence for approximately 6 years.

James E. Long is the aerobics instructor and everyone I spoke to at the center said the same thing about him, "Mr. Long is excellent. He's the best." Mr. Long's program includes a variety of rhythmic body movements and dance steps performed in the water. Whether healthy or affected by a medical condition, water aerobics can benefit you.

 

Barbara Peters, a participant in the water aerobics program, has problems with arthritis and is sometimes unable to participate. However, Ms. Peters still comes to class because she enjoys it so much. "The warm water and exercises help my arthritis." The program also helps her husband who has had a stroke.

You don't have to be a swimmer to participate in the program. Swimmers as well as non-swimmers may use water as a fitness tool.

Sharif Walker

Kristin Jackson, Sherwyn Paige and Sharif Walker, all college students, are lifeguards at the Callowhill Aquatic Center.

When you're ready for water aerobics, grab your bathing suit or trunks and head to the Callowhill Aquatic Center. Classes are held at 2821 Oakley Avenue on Monday and Wednesday mornings from 10:00 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. and Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. For information about the water aerobics program call (410) 396-0677.