Aquatic classes for children as well as for adults with special needs are offered this spring by the Special Needs Aquatic Program at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. For registration and more information, contact the School of Physical Education and Athletic Training, 715-346-2706.
Children's classes
Children’s swimming classes are available this
spring through the Special Needs Aquatic Program at the University of
Wisconsin-Stevens Point.
The classes are for young children of all
abilities accompanied by a parent or guardian. Children gain an initial
positive water experience, learn safety skills in and around water, and just
have fun.
Choose from two five-week sessions, either Tuesdays,
April 8, 15, 22, 29 and May 6; or Wednesdays, April 9, 16, 23, 30 and May 7. The
30-minute classes are held in the therapeutic pool in the UW-Stevens Point
Health Enhancement Center, adjacent to the Quandt Fieldhouse on Fourth Avenue. All
are led by Joanne Suomi, a physical education instructor for the Stevens Point
school district.
Classes for infants and toddlers, ages 6 months
to 3 years, will be held at 5:45 p.m. Preschool classes for toddlers, ages 3 to
5, will be held at 6:20 p.m. Level One classes for ages 4-6 years, without
parent, will be held at 7 p.m. Each class is $30.
Early registration is advised, as program space
is limited.
Adult classes
Adults with arthritis, older adults looking for a low-impact
workout or adults with special needs are offered aquatic classes this spring
through the Special Needs Aquatic Program (SNAP) at the University of
Wisconsin-Stevens Point.
Classes are offered Mondays and Thursdays, March 26–May
17. The 16 class-session costs $48. The 45-minute sessions are held in the therapeutic
pool, adjacent to the Quandt Fieldhouse in the UW-Stevens Point Health
Enhancement Center, 2050 Fourth Avenue.
The Basic Aquatic Exercise class will be held at 8:45
a.m. The Arthritis Foundation Aquatic Program will be offered at 10 a.m., 11:15
a.m., 4 p.m. and 5 p.m. Classes are limited to 15 participants each.