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Optimal Fitness Aquatic Programs

Classes and Individual Sessions for All

Good Shepherd offers Optimal Fitness aquatic programs in our warm-water (92-94 degree) therapy pool at Hyland Center for Health & Technology in South Allentown.

With monthly programs, classes and individual sessions, there are a number of options for people of all ages and abilities.

Participation in any of the aquatic programs and classes at Good Shepherd requires a doctor’s written prescription.

Locations

Optimal Fitness warm-water pool is located on the Lower Level (ground floor) of Hyland Center in South Allentown.

Good Shepherd Rehabilitation – Hyland Center (South Allentown)

Allentown, Pennsylvania

Optimal Fitness at Good Shepherd

Allentown, Pennsylvania

Monthly Memberships

Water Walking Program

  • Supervised walking/exercise program designed to improve and maintain strength and mobility
  • Participants must be independent with exercise in the water or independent with the assistance of an aide
  • Available Monday through Friday
  • COST: $45/month

Combo Membership

  • This membership provides opportunity to participate in the Water Walking Program
    and Optimal Fitness gym
  • Participants must meet the requirements for Water Walking
  • COST: $60/month

Classes

Aqua Yoga/Pilates

  • 8-week program integrating yoga and pilates movements to increase relaxation, release stress, tone muscles and strengthen the body core
  • Tuesday (5-5:45 p.m.)
  • COST: $60

Individual Sessions

Sessions are held for 30 or 60 minutes and are scheduled with an experienced therapist.

Aqua Stretch

Work on stretching and movement techniques by using manual pressure. Reduce tightness and pain while improving flexibility, relaxation and overall function.

  • COST: 30-minute session: $30
  • COST: 60-minute session: $55

Learn to Swim

Under the guidance of a therapist, clients develop or improve swimming skills, techniques and safety in the water.

  • COST: 30-minute session: $30
  • COST: 60-minute session: $55

Aquatics 1:1

Learn exercise techniques for increasing strength, endurance, range of motion and balance in the water.

  • COST: 30-minute session: $30
  • COST: 60-minute session: $55

Additional Information

Class sizes are limited. Registration is required to participate. Classes are subject to change. Additional classes may be featured.

A day pass ($10) is available for classes and Water Walking Program if all necessary paperwork is completed.

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Become A Member

To become an Optimal Fitness aquatic member, see us on the Lower Level of Hyland Center (850 S. 5th St., Allentown), call 610-778-1006 or fill out the form below: