Arthritis Classes
 
Sunshine Inc. of Northwest Ohio, in conjunction with the Arthritis Foundation, sponsors ongoing aquatic exercise classes for people with arthritis.  The program provides an opportunity for people with arthritis to meet others with the condition, participate in a recreational exercise program in a heated pool and have fun. 

Program participants are led by trained personnel through a series of specially designed exercises that, with the aid of the water’s buoyancy and resistance, can help improve joint flexibility.  The warm water and gentle movement can also help to relieve joint pain and stiffness.

Class Times and Registration Information

One hour classes are offered at the following times each week:

Monday, Wednesday and Friday      9 a.m. and 2 p.m.
Monday and Wednesday                  5 p.m.
Tuesday and Thursday                     9 a.m.

The cost is $50 for a two-month aquatics pass that allows participants to participate in unlimited number of arthritis aquatics classes and open swim sessions.  Participants should not bring any money to class—Sunshine will send you a bill. 

To register, contact the Sunshine aquatics supervisor at 419-865-0251 x3611 for enrollment paperwork including a participant application and release form along with a diagnosis verification form completed by your physician.  This paperwork must be completed prior to attending your first class.   

Participants should bring a swimsuit, towel and water shoes (optional) to class.  Locker rooms are available for clothing storage and changing.