Sports Topics > Arthritis Aquatics Wellness Program

Contributed by Lisa Broekhuis, Recreational Therapist
Penrose-St. Francis Health Learning Center

Centura Prevention and Wellness, in collaboration with Colorado Sport and Spine Center and The Arthritis Foundation, offer an exercise program designed to promote flexibility, range of motion and strength, as well as enhance cardiovascular endurance.

Program Structure
You may choose to attend class two or three times per week. Classes are one hour in length and include 20 to 30 minutes of range of motion activities and 10 to 20 minutes of cardiovascular exercise. Your blood pressure will be monitored pre- and post-exercise for the first two weeks of class and on an as-needed basis thereafter. If you have diabetes, we will monitor your blood sugar pre- and post-exercise for the first two weeks and post exercise thereafter.

Exercise Attire
We encourage you to wear a swimsuit in the pool as any other clothing will become heavy in the water and may be restricting during exercise. Please bring your own towel. Aqua shoes and swim caps are optional. Lockers are available for use during class and we recommend that you bring a lock to secure your belongings. Please shower before and after using the pool.

Requirement for Entry
Physician referral with a prescription is required and all intake paperwork must be completed prior to starting in an exercise class. If you are hospitalized for any reason, you will need a new prescription from your physician prior to returning to class. Physician referrals/prescriptions may be hand delivered or faxed to 776-4756.

Program Cost
The cost for attending three times each week is $52.00 per month and two times each week is $36.00 per month. There is not a discount for classes missed. Financial assistance is often available.

Class Information
All classes are conducted at Colorado Sport and Spine Center, 6125 Medical Center Point, Suite 100. The water temperature ranges from 92 to 95 degrees or 84 to 88 degrees. Class days/times are listed below:

Registration Information
Call 776-4700 for more information about this program. Pre-registration is required.