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AquaFitness

Our AquaFitness programmes are a fun way to improve your overall health and fitness in a low impact environment that reduces the strain on joints and muscles. Taught to music by our professional instructors, there are classes suitable for all levels of fitness.

Check out our AquaFit timetable for our drop-in classes that don't need a booking. AquaMove, AquaEase and our AquaYoga term-time classes need to be booked for the term at Coastlands Aquatic Centre only. 

Book an Aquafitness class

To book, email [email protected] or call 

Aquafitness instructor Zuri Brudenel in action poolside taking an aquafit class.
Check out our new AquaDeep and AquaCircuit classes

AquaFit Timetable

AquaFit – where fitness meets fun

Join in our AquaFit classes where exercise meets music, water and fun. These workouts are perfect for anyone looking to stay active, recover from injuries, or enjoy the benefits of low-impact workouts in water.

Specialised term-time classesAquaMove, AquaEase, and AquaYoga
These tailored classes provide extra support, using warm water and low-impact exercises to improve mobility, ease joint pain, and promote relaxation.

With expert instructors and a welcoming atmosphere, AquaFit helps you move with confidence and feel your best.

Check out the timetable and dive in!

Mon

6.15pm

AquaHIIT

Tue

9.15am

AquaFit

 

10.15am

AquaMove

Wed 6.15pm AquaHIIT

Thu

9.15am

AquaFit

 

10.15am

AquaMove

Fri

9.15am

AquaFit

* AquaEase, AquaMove and AquaYoga require pre-booking for the term. 

Mon 9.15am AquaHigh
10.30am AquaLow
11.30am AquaEase*
7.00pm AquaHigh
Tue 9.00am AquaMove*
9.15am NEW AquaDeep
9.45am AquaMove*
1.45pm AquaMove*
Wed 7am NEW AquaFit Circuit
9.15am AquaHigh
10.30am AquaLow
11.30am NEW AquaDeep
1.45pm AquaYoga*
Thu 9.15am NEW AquaDeep
  1.00pm AquaMove*
  1.45pm AquaEase*
7.00pm AquaGroove
Fri 9.15am AquaHigh
10.30am AquaLow
11.30am AquaMove*

Class description

If it’s moderate intensity, minimal impact you’re after, AquaLow may just be the perfect class for you. We offer three 45-minute low intensity classes a week, designed with your joints in mind. Your knees will thank you as you enjoy the weightlessness and resistance of the water while improving fitness and toning muscles.

If it’s intensity, energy and a heart pumping workout you seek, try this class. You’ll increase your cardio fitness, gain strength and tone muscles during a session where all exercises can be scaled to suit your ability. With four high intensity classes per week your fitness will improve in no time.

Taught in deep water with buoyancy belts, this incredible class has no impact at all, but don’t think for a second that you’re not going to get a great workout! This is our highest intensity class and a favourite of many. Your core stability, endurance and cardio fitness will all be tested, but the results will be well worth it, and the fun will keep you coming back for more. We have three deep water classes available each week so come and give it a try.

Looking to jump-start your Wednesday morning?

Join Zuri for our brand new AquaFitness class! It's energetic, fun, and guaranteed to set you up for a fantastic start to your day.

No need to commit to a full term – just drop in and give it a try!

Usual pool charges apply.

Dance your way to fitness and get ready to move, stretch and strengthen with AquaGroove! Choreographed to the beat of your favourite hits, this class will get your whole body 'grooving' in the water. This fun and energising class is a great way to tone your body and stay fit.

Feel the joy of rediscovering exercise and take the next step in your journey to health and a stronger, more flexible body.  

This lovely low impact class in deliciously warm water will remind you what it feels like to ‘Move’. Our professional, experienced instructors want to share their love of exercise and knowledge of movement with you. They will ensure your technique is sound as you become aware of correct posture and how to engage it. Importantly they will also focus on balance, strength and the one we all want more of - flexibility!

This specialist class is designed for adults with mobility issues and joint pain, such as arthritis.

Taught in small groups at Coastlands Aquatic Centre, this class provides more focus on the needs of individuals in a safe environment with gentle movements and stretching exercises in the warmer water of the programmes pool (32 degrees).

Float your way to better mobility while reducing stress and easing tension. This class combines the mindful movements of yoga in soothing warm water to create a low-impact, calming practice that nurtures both body and mind.

You’ll move through a series of gentle poses and breathing exercises, supported by inflatable pads, aqua boards, or noodles. Whether you’re new to yoga or looking for a fresh way to connect with your practice, join us and discover the joy of moving with the flow!

* These more specialised classes are term-time only and need to be pre-booked at Coastlands Aquatic Centre only. 

Meet the Aqua team

Zuri Brudenell | AquaFit Instructor

Hi, I’m Zuri! I have a background in classical and modern contemporary dance and over 30 years of teaching experience in various fitness disciplines, including yoga, Zumba, and Pilates. In 2021, I was awarded ‘Yoga Teacher of the Year’ by the Exercise Association of NZ. With its gentle water-based approach and great music, AquaFit is perfect for everyone. Come give it a try!

Passion changes everything! For over 30 years I represented Les Mills as a presenter, trainer, assessor and group fitness manager. I also competed, coached and judged for the New Zealand Competitive Aerobic Federation. I discovered AquaFit three years ago and absolutely love it and I know you will be challenged and inspired by this fun programme too.

Proud mother of two beautiful children who keep me on my toes, I am passionate about dance and fitness. I am a qualified Royal Academy of Dance ballet teacher and have a diploma in commercial dance. I love passing on the joy of dance to my students and am excited to bring those elements to my AquaFit classes! Come and join in the fun!

Photo of Pip Wallace

Hi everyone! I'm Pip, a new member of the Aquafit team. Just like you, I have a passion for staying fit and striving to be my best. I look forward to embarking on this incredible AquaFit journey with you all as we push our limits and achieve greatness together.

Hello, my name is Lianne, most people know me as Li.

In my 20+ years of teaching Yoga I have taught various styles of this wonderful practice, accommodating to all levels and abilities.

What I have learnt most from this experience of teaching is that this way of moving will always meet you where you’re at and give you exactly what you need regardless of age, flexibility and ability.

We will flow gently and softly, allowing the resistance of water to support us and what our needs are on the day.

I can’t wait to meet you, and for you to discover how seemingly soft and calming AquaYoga is and also, how incredibly powerful the effects can be. Not only for our bodies but our minds and moods too.

 

I have recently discovered the world of AquaFit! How freeing it is to move your body in the water? Having been a group fitness instructor previously, teaching AquaFit has brought me back to my roots of moving my body. My classes are more fast paced, with a lot of laughs. Come along and move your body with me, it’s all fun in the water! 

I have worked in the dance industry as a performer, teacher, and choreographer in both NZ and Australia. I moved to the Kāpiti Coast in 2003 and have been teaching both dance and aquafitness ever since. I teach AquaMove and introducing a new class, AquaGroove that is not too fast, and not too slow, and lots of fun.

I’m an Aquafit instructor, personal trainer, Pilates instructor, fitness instructor, and triathlon coach. I have additional qualifications in exercise for older adults, and my mission is to empower women, especially those in perimenopause, menopause, and beyond, by helping them discover the joys of water-based exercise and overall fitness.

Contact us

Coastlands Aquatic Centre
Phone: 04 296 4746
Address: 10 Brett Ambler Way, Paraparaumu

Ōtaki Pool
Phone: 06 364 5542
Address: Haruātai Park, 200 Mill Road, Ōtaki

Waikanae Pool
Phone: 04 296 4789
Address: 52 Ngarara Road, Waikanae