Therapeutic Pool

Western Wisconsin Health’s warm water pool offers a unique exercise opportunity for area residents.

Water’s healing properties improve muscle strength, endurance and flexibility with minimal impact on joints. Exercising in the pool improves balance, coordination and cardio respiratory fitness while decreasing pain and stiffness.

Therapeutic Pool

A Healthier You Is Just A Quick Dip Away

We require appointments ahead of time for open swim that can be scheduled up to one week in advance.

For appointments, please call the fitness center front desk during staffed hours at (715) 684-1646.

Pool Specifications:

  • 90 Degree water temperature
  • 3’6″ to 5’6″ pool depth
  • Staff operated chair lift available
  • Assisted changing room
  • Two propulsion jets for resisted swimming and water running
  • Cushioned pool floor
  • Supervised by certified, experienced staff

MAY PROGRAMMING

Circuit 2.0:

Must pre-register

  • Mondays 5:30-6:15pm | Cost: $25
  • Wednesdays 5:30-6:15pm | Cost: $25

Challengers Program:

Must pre-register

  • You schedule an Independent Exercise time (up to 1x a day) | Cost: $25

UP NEXT: JUNE-JULY PROGRAMMING – Registration opens May 6th

  • Dynamic Duos
  • Aqua Flow
  • Circuit 2.0
  • Challengers Program
  • Swimming Lessons

Contact the Aquatics Office for current class offerings – 715.684.1646. 

You can register over the phone or in-person at the Fitness Center front desk during staffed hours. Payment is due in-person only, by The first class!

The health and safety of pool members is our top priority.  Please consider the following.

  • If you are experiencing any upper respiratory symptoms, please refrain from using the pool and get tested as soon as possible.  We will continue to practice a minimum of 6 feet of physical distancing in the pool.
  • State law requires all swimmers to shower before entering the pool.  Parasites like Cryptosporidium are found in traces of human stool and are resistant to chlorine treatments and water filtration systems.  For this reason, please refrain from using the pool for two weeks after experiencing diarrhea.
  • Street shoes can track in dirt and germs and are prohibited in the pool area.  Swimming shoes are allowed.
  • Pool use is prohibited if you have open wounds or are experiencing a rash or weeping skin.
  • If you have other questions or concerns about your ability to safely use the pool, please ask a member of our aquatics staff.
  • We may arrange for you to have a screening with a member of our rehabilitation services staff to determine how to best use the pool in a safe manner.  Screenings are offered free of charge.

Western Wisconsin Health offers private and group swimming lessons for individuals ages 1+. If you have any questions about what class your child should be in, please contact the Aquatics Office at 715-684-1646.

Group lessons

June 12 – July 31 (no lesson July 3) 7-week course: 30-minute lessons: $65
See below for details

Private Lessons 

June 12 – August 1 (no lessons the week of July 4th)
Children 4yo-18yo: 7-week course: 30-minute lessons: $115
Adults: 7-week course: 45-minute lessons: $170
Contact the Aquatics Office for availability

Course Offerings:

Parent Child Aquatics Level 2: Parent and 1-3yo building on level 1 skills with safety around an aquatic environment and increasing comfort in the water. Students will also start beginner movements in the water. Water play and songs included in this course. Tuesdays or Thursdays @ 5:00 or 5:30 pm

Preschool Aquatics Level 1: This level is for children 4 and up, getting familiar with the aquatic environment, developing basic aquatic skills, safety awareness and positive experiences.

Preschool Aquatics Level 2: This level builds on level 1 while increasing safety awareness and basic swimming skills with assistance.

Learn-To-Swim Level 1: This level is for children 6 and up who are beginning lessons. In this class they will learn introductory basic swim skills and safety in an aquatic environment.

Learn-To-Swim Level 2: This level is for children 6 and up who have completed LTS 1 or Preschool Level 1 or 2 and have reached school age. They will learn fundamental aquatic skills and water safety in this class.

UP NEXT: See above for June and July schedule! 

Payment:

Cash, check, or credit cards are accepted. Can register over the phone or in-person at the Fitness Center front desk during staffed hours (see below). Payment is due by first lesson.

  • Monday through Thursday: 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
  • Friday: 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
  • Saturday and Sunday: No staff

For more information, please call 715-684-1646. 

Dynamic Duos Class

  • Expecting mothers who regularly exercised before pregnancy and have continued during pregnancy.
    • Please consult your OB provider regarding participation in warm water exercise. The water temperature is set at 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Must have a signed waiver to participate.
  • Parent and a child 6-15months old
  • Partners:
    • For expecting mothers: they can be an exercise partner and assist with stretching/floating
    • For parents and 6-15mo: they can be an exercise partner with your baby and can assist with entertaining, diaper changes, etc. during your workout if needed!

Join us for a 30-minute aerobic workout with your baby and 15 minutes of either relaxation for expecting mothers or having free time with your baby (toys provided). Partners are welcome! This is a great place to meet other parents and create a weekly routine that will help maintain and prepare you to keep up with your kiddos at home! Floaties are included.

Must have a physician signed waiver to participate. (Waiver attached)

Benefits of Prenatal Aquatic Exercise

Continuing to exercise throughout pregnancy will help maintain cardiovascular fitness, which will also help with combating fatigue and adapting to the continual changes to your body that occur during the months of pregnancy and beyond. It can also assist with relaxation and stress management, providing an environment in which to meet others in the same stage of life.

An aquatic environment is an excellent place for expectant mothers to exercise for a variety of reasons:

  • The pressure of the water can help decrease swelling.
  • The buoyancy of water decreases the effects of gravity.
  • This provides relief from pressure or pain experienced throughout pregnancy, particularly in the lower back.
  • It allows for exercise without higher impact that needs to be avoided, especially towards the end of pregnancy.
  • Certain positions can cause discomfort during pregnancy but being in the water allows expectant mothers additional freedom of movement with exercise and stretching. Relieving discomfort on a regular basis can help to keep pain under control and prevent muscles from becoming progressively tighter.

The depth of the pool is 3’6″, increasing to 5’6″.  Showers and towels are available.

MAY CLASSES 

45–60-minute classes

Can register over the phone or in-person at the Fitness Center front desk during staffed hours. Payment is due in-person by the first class!

Circuit 2.0:

This class is set up to allow for opportunities to maintain or improve strength and endurance. This is a timed, circuit style class with options to push yourself with the exercises offered. We set the base, and you set the pace! Exercises frequently change and have adaptations as needed. No class – May 26th or May 28th (makeup on June 2nd)

Must pre-register

  • Mondays 5:30-6:15pm | Cost: $25
  • Wednesdays 5:30-6:15pm | Cost: $25

Dynamic Duos: COMING BACK IN JUNE! 

Who is this class for?
• Expecting mothers who regularly exercised before pregnancy and have continued during pregnancy. Please consult your OB provider regarding participation in warm water exercise. The water temperature is set at 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Must have a signed waiver to participate.
• Parent and a child 6-15months old
• Partners:
• For expecting mothers: they can be an exercise partner and assist with stretching/floating
•For parents and 6-15mo: they can be an exercise partner with your baby and can assist with entertaining, diaper changes, etc. during your workout!

Join us for a 30-minute aerobic workout with your baby and 15 minutes of either relaxation for expecting mothers or having free time with your baby. Partners are welcome! This is a great place to meet other parents and create a weekly routine that will help maintain and prepare you to keep up with your kiddos at home! Floaties and toys are provided.

Aqua Flow:  

This class is slow moving and incorporates a range of stretches and exercises that work on strength and stability. This class is great for individuals looking for a calm, relaxed class to improve their physical health.

Challengers Program:

Want to be a part of a class to challenge yourself, but can’t commit to the same time every week? Be a part of the Challenger’s program and complete a pool workout at your level of choice during an I.E. time that works for you! New strength and endurance workouts every week. Complete 3 of the 4 workouts to be entered into a drawing for the ability to schedule the next month in advance for I.E.. Pool workouts are received on the pool deck. Instructor available during this time.

Must pre-register

  • You schedule an Independent Exercise time (up to 1x a day) | Cost: $25

Contact the Aquatics Office for current class offerings – 715.684.1646. 

You can register over the phone or in-person at the Fitness Center front desk during staffed hours. Payment is due in-person only, by The first class!

The therapeutic pool has many features to make working out easy.

  • A private assisted changing room is available for those in need of dressing assistance with a caregiver such as those with special needs and families with young children.
  • The staff operated chair lift assists those who are unable to use the stairs to get in and out of the water.
  • A depth of 5’6″ allows more participants to achieve full non-weight bearing status.
  • Two propulsion jets can be used for resisted swimming and water running.
  • The pool floor is cushioned, decreasing impact on joints.

Other Amenities
(Provided at no extra charge)

Lockers

We provide lockers for all our members. Because the number of lockers are limited, they are available on a per visit basis only.

Showers

Showers are provided to all members.

Towel Services

You don’t have to carry that wet towel around in your gym bag. Towels are available to members of the pool and fitness center.

  • By appointment only
  • Schedule in person or call the Aquatics Office at 715-684-1646.
  • You need to schedule ahead of time and may schedule up to one week in advance. Slots are one hour long. You may schedule, cancel or reschedule for you, yourself or for someone else if you are their parent/guardian/caregiver or if you carpool regularly.

Available Times (Times may change):

  • Monday:
    • 7:00 – 10:00 am
    • 12:00 – 2:30 pm
    • 4:00 – 5:30 pm
  • Tuesday:
    • 4:00 – 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday:
    • 7:00 – 10:00 am
    • 12:00 – 2:30 pm
    • 4:00 – 5:30 pm
  • Thursday:
    • 4:00 – 5:00 pm
  • Friday:
    • 7:00 – 10:00 am
    • 1:00 – 2:30 pm

April Schedule Updates:

  • No schedule updates this month!

Please make sure to call to cancel if unable to make it in.