Aqua aerobics
Exercising to music in waist-deep pool water, following an instructor.
Aqua aerobics
- To start
- $20
- Each month
- $30
- Time
- 2 hours a week
- Sessions
- 45 minutes or more
- Where
- A local facility
- Who with
- On your own
Is it for you?
- It's satisfying from the very first session.
- It comes with people built in.
- It has a steady rhythm you can sink into.
- There's no one to beat, ever.
You’ll like it if
- You want to meet people
- You want to have more fun
- You want to switch off
Maybe not if
- You want something to show for your time
- You want to work with your hands
What it feels like
Aqua aerobicsAverage sport & Fitness hobbyCalm
Company
Physical effort
Creative freedom
Brainwork
Hands-on
Outdoors
Quick wins
$20Cheaper to start than 66% of hobbies
$30Over a year, more than the kit
$380About $4 an hour at 2 hours a week
Before you buy
Rent or borrow gear at the facility for your first few sessions, before you buy anything.
Your first session
Join a shallow-end class at your local pool and copy the instructor's moves to music.
45 minutes or moreA local facilityVery easy to start
Questions
How much does aqua aerobics cost to start?
About $20 if you rent or borrow where people usually do, then about $30 a month once you are going.
How much time does aqua aerobics take?
About 2 hours a week to enjoy it and get better, in sessions of 45 minutes or more.
Where do people do aqua aerobics?
At a facility most towns have, like a pool, gym or club.
Is aqua aerobics good for beginners?
Yes. It is very easy to start as a complete beginner. A good first session: Join a shallow-end class at your local pool and copy the instructor's moves to music.
Do I need other people for aqua aerobics?
No. It works fine on your own, though plenty of people do it together.