There are four class types - Gentle Movement, Strength & Cardio, General, and HIIT

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The Gentle Movement classes are great for anyone recovering from injury, illness, low fitness, elderly, pregnant or just wanting a softer pace. The music is slower.

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The Strength & Cardio classes are all about having a blast while moving - while i can support you to adapt if you've got limitations, the music pace is quicker. We use different equipment every week, including hand buoys, noodles, short noodles, frisbees and kickboards.

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The General classes are musically slower, but I offer a wider variation to suit all fitness levels - this is a good all-rounder if you're not sure where you fit, or if you want to come with someone else who has different needs to you. 

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The HIIT classes are all about maximum effort for 30 seconds (ish) and resting for 10 seconds. We don't use equipment and the exercises are more repetitive so you can get in "the zone". Excellent if you've had a shitty day!

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All classes are variable in effort and you are always supported to work with the body you have on the day.  

Casual rates are $23/class, or term bookings paid upfront are $20/class. There is also a 5-class flexi pass. Please go to https://bookamat.co/register/client/macedon-ranges-aqua-aerobics.

You can pay online when you book thru Bookamat for convenience, however a 2% surcharge will apply. Alternatively, if you hate surcharges as much as I do, then you're welcome to pay via EFT (please email or text to notify me), or cash on the day. 

Monday thru Thursday, all classes are held at Splash Buddies Swim School, and Friday classes are at Macedon New Gisborne Swim Centre. Please see my Contact page for links to the maps.

Diahorrea? No, please stay home! Anything contagious is best kept out of the pool please.

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But if you have aches and pains, are recovering from injury or long term illness, then please do come along. There are lots of ways I can support you to move your body to minimise risk and pain. Please contact me to discuss if you're feeling uncertain. 

Bathers are simple, as you feel supported in them - the last thing you want when you're exercising is to have a rogue boob fly out! It makes a huge difference to your workout the more comfortable and confident you feel when you're in the water. Personally, I choose to wear swimmer bike shorts with a zip-up activewear crop (I love Active Truth brand, they're on special a lot) under a zip-up rashie (I get my shorts and rashie from Curvyswimwear).

If you don't want to invest but not sure of your bathers will be supportive enough, wearing a sports-bra underneath will do the job really well.

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If you want to wear activewear that's a good option too - just be aware that even though it's a saltwater pool, it does still contain chlorine which will degrade fabric over time.

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Loose fitting clothing will make your workout more difficult as it will increase the resistance effect of the water so I do recommend flexible, snug fitting swimwear/clothing. 

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Water shoes are great as you can wear them in and out of the water. I personally like to  wear crocs after class, because they're lightweight, non slip and easy to put on with wet feet. I also sell swim socks that help with grip on the pool floor, and increase your resistance slightly.

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Whatever you choose, please consider how you;re going to undress after class when you're wet - if you have shoulder issues for example, it is much simpler to have zip-up options. 

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Please call me if you're feeling stressed about what to wear or if you're feeling body conscious. I'm here to help make this process gentle on you. 

Classes will start in the water at the advertised time, so best to arrive a few minutes early. Select a location in the water (at MNGSC) that is at armpit depth, this is the most effective depth for your workout. Some exercises will be in deeper or shallower water, I will guide you through this. Some exercises are suspended in water, so please let me know before class if this is a concern for you. All exercises are variable in intensity and I encourage everyone to work to their capacity. Some classes will have equipment, such as pool noodles, hand held bouyancies, or kickboards.

Both pools are salt water.

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MNGSC is a tiled surface with steep stair entry/exit and SBSS is a liner surface with stairs to enter the water. There are also stairs up to the pool deck - all stairs have handrails. Please see my Venues page for a bit more detail on the pools. 

A water bottle and a towel. Crocs or thongs are easy to put on when you're wet. Remember your cash if you haven't paid online, I have change available.

In cooler weather, a swim parka is terrific for keeping you warm on the drive home, and will keep your car seat dry. I recommend (and sell) Aquadash brand. 

Both centres are saltwater pools, which is far gentler on the skin than full chlorine. To keep the water safe for public use, it does still have to have a base level of chlorination. Personally, I make sure to have a thorough shower with gentle soap afterwards, followed by an oil blend to rebalance my skin. I have psoriasis and chemical sensitivites and this routine serves me well considering I'm in the water for 9-12 hours a week! The oil blend I love is from a business called BOPO Women. 

Then this is a great place to start moving. I encourage everyone in all my classes to only work at your own pace and what suits your body on the day. The great thing about aqua compared to other group fitness sessions is that the water provides a level of discretion - it's very difficult to get stuck in comparison-paralysis when there's water movement and splashing and no one can really tell what anyone else is doing. 

Great! Good on you for exploring fresh options on supporting your body. Aqua is absolutely not the soft option - there are variations to almost every exercise that can extend the range of intensity and effort. We can even add equipment to give you the workout you need to achieve your goals. 

I offer morning, afternoon and evening classes over five days in the week. The current timetable is on the front page of my website.

Please remember that this is an exercise class! You will sweat and need to prioritise your hydration. I suggest ensuring you're hydrated before class and bring a drink bottle with you. Because the water has a cooling effect, it's deceptive how much of an impact the exercise is having on our body temp.

There are private and shared-space changing facilities on site at both pools, including toilets and showers

At MNGSC, the carparking is at the rear of the main house you see upon entry. Drive (slowly please! There are awesome kids and dogs that live here) around to the left, past the house to the rear carpark area. 

At SBSS, carparking is readily available out the front.

That's totally ok! Seriously! When I started participating in aqua aerobics, I not only couldn't swim, I also had a fear of putting my face in water. So I can support you through this, because I've been there. Please let me know your concerns in advance so I can ensure classes are tailored to support you in the best way. I'm also a qualified swim instructor so please believe me when I say that I can support you well in the water, I've experienced water based fear and anxiety extensively.

If you're still uncertain, the pool at Splash Buddies Swim Centre is a consistent 1.2mtrs deep, so no deep end!

Of course! The more the merrier! Please have them register and book via https://bookamat.co/register/client/macedon-ranges-aqua-aerobics. 

Please reach out by either email, text or call and when I'm at my desk, I'll get back to you as soon as I can.