Although many may think that aqua aerobic exercise is only for the old and infirm, the pools will be filled with people - both young and old - this Saturday for World Aquathon Day.
Aqua aerobics instructor and event organiser, Hannah Hartley is encouraging everyone to dip their toes in the water at Lambton Pool this weekend.
"This event will be fantastic because of the people that come, it's about family, community, it's for all ages, young and old," she said.
The event this year will incorporate an Around the World theme for participants. Instructors will be dressed in costume as pilots and air-hostesses leading the class on a trip to places including Africa and South America.
Ms. Hartley says the exercise "equalises" people and is an easy and accessible way for people to get build fitness.
"Once you're in the water, people don't look below the surface. Everybody is the same and are all able to do the same thing together."
As part of the jet-setting theme, musical performances will guide the body movements and immerse the swimmers in the experience.
The event is expected to have many jumping in the water and participating in the exercise. Ms. Hartley says the theme choice will be a fun opportunity for people to jump in the water and give aqua aerobics a try.
"Check that off your bucket list, when have you ever done aqua fitness to live African drumming?"
Money raised from the event will go to the Cancer Council, and will also promote healthy activity.
The class will include synchronised swimmers and other aqua activities.
"It's going to be fun, you're going to feel invigorated. We've got a barbeque, just come down and have a great time with us," Ms. Hartley Said.
Classes are $10 for the event which will splash-down at 9am Saturday, with classes running until 12 at Lambton Pools.
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| People of all ages are invited to give aqua exercise a go at Lambton Pool. Picture: Newcastle City Council |
