Aquatics

Aquatics
Recreation
Sports & Events
Fitness

Make a splash at the TWC Aquatics Center.

Our mission at the TWC Aquatics Center is to provide a safe, clean, and friendly environment. Our facility boasts a lazy river that winds leisurely through the Activity pool that also host a small play feature for the youngest children and a pool slide. On the other side we have our Lap Pool, a haven for dedicated swimmers and fitness enthusiasts alike. Also, within the natatorium, the spa offers a serene retreat from the lively atmosphere of the pools and slides. We offer engaging programming, including private and group swim lessons, weekly group exercise classes, and monthly family and teen events.

Hours of Operation

Open Swim

Monday – Friday:
12PM – 7:30PM

Saturday – Sunday:
9AM- 3:30PM

Spa & Lap Swim

Monday – Friday:
6AM – 7:30PM

Saturday – Sunday:
8AM – 3:30PM

Swim Lessons

Next sessions starting in September.
*REGISTRATION REQUIRED.*

Contact the Aquatics Program for more info at: (505) 771-6372.

About The Aquatics Program

Learn to Swim: Build Confidence & Be Safe In and Around the Water

Our year-round swim classes are focused on teaching all children to become water safe and confident swimmers for life. We believe that swimming is a life skill and learning how to swim and to be safe in and around water is one of the most important lessons you can ever learn. It’s never too early or too late to start.

Jelly Fish: Parents and Tots
(3 months to 3 years)

Swimming is a great way for parents and their young children to bond and have fun together while also learning important water safety skills. Swimming lessons for parents and children are specifically designed to introduce infants and toddlers to the water in a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable environment. During these lessons, parents will learn techniques for supporting their child in the water, while also helping them to develop essential motor skills, such as kicking and paddling.

Turtle: Level 1 Water Introduction

This class helps students to feel more comfortable in the water and to enjoy the water safely. This class teaches safe water entry/exit, placing whole face in water, blowing bubbles through mouth/nose, floating on front/ back with help, arm action on front/back with help.

Starfish: Level 2 Stroke Introduction

This class is designed to give students success with fundamental skills. Students learn to float without support and recover to vertical position. This level marks the beginning of true swim motion skills and adds to self-help and basic skills.

Whale: Level 3 Stroke Development

This class is designed for swimmers who have already learned the basics of swimming. In this level, students are introduced to techniques such as breathing rhythms, endurance, and stroke mechanics. Swimmers will learn how to swim longer distances with less effort, which will help them become more confident in the water.

Dolphin: Level 4 Stroke Improvement

This class is designed to help students improve their technique and efficiency in the water. Students will focus on improving their arm stroke by incorporating a strong catch and pull-through motion and can expect to see improvements in their stroke technique and overall swimming ability.

Shark:  Level 5 Swimming Improvement

 

How to Sign Up for Classes

Please complete a registration packet from the front desk. Payment by check or money order must be made to the Santa Ana Finance Department before confirming your registration. The cost is $160 per person, per session.

For any questions, please contact Bailey Lujan at 505-616-6806 or bailey.lujan@santaana-nsn.gov

Individual Private Lessons

4 lessons total per session
Pricing (Non-Tribal Only): $125 per person, per session
*30-minute lessons, held Sunday & Monday only

Sunday: 9:00-9:30am and 3:00-3:30pm
Monday 3:00-3:30pm and 6:30-7:00pm

To register for classes please contact Bailey Lujan at 505-616-6806 or bailey.lujan@santaana-nsn.gov

Lifeguard Training & Program

Ages: 15+ years

Become a certified lifeguard! You’ll earn your American Red Cross certification in three different areas Lifeguarding, First Aid, and CPR/AED for the professional rescuer. All applicants need to pass a pre-test to be eligible and you must attend all classes within the session. Participants must bring a towel and bathing suit to all sessions.

Prerequisite Swims
Swim 300 yards continuously
Tread water without using arms (hands in armpits) for 2 minutes
Swim 20 yards, surface dive, retrieve object, swim 20 yards with object and exit water within 1 minute, 40 seconds

Contact the Aquatics Program for more info at (505) 771-6372 or email Aquatics Manager Danielle Lambson at danielle.lambson@santaana-nsn.gov

Aqua Cycle

Aqua-cycling is a cycling class format that takes place in the pool. Participants pedal against the resistance of the water. The buoyancy of the water provides all the resistance needed to embark on a high-intensity workout without any impact on the joints.

All levels welcome.

Tuesdays 7:00PM-7:30PM

Aqua Fit

Improve your cardio fitness, endurance, strength and flexibility with this low-impact, 30-minute shallow-water resistance workout.

Great for beginners and advanced participants. A variety of equipment including buoys, noodles, kickboards and will be incorporated.

Thursdays 7:00PM- 7:30PM

Announcements & Updates

TWC Aquatics Area Expectations

  • For each visit, please check in at the front desk. Staff will direct you to the locker rooms, please meet your instructor on the pool deck and wait to enter the water.
  • Follow all Rules posted in the Pool Area.
  • Restrooms and Locker Rooms
    Children under the age of 5 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian in a same-sex changing room, restroom, or locker room.
  • Swimsuits
    Anyone entering the pool is required to wear appropriate swim apparel. Street clothing is not permitted within the water.
  • Swim Diapers
    All students who are not fully potty-trained and all students under the age of three are required to wear a reusable (non-disposable) swim diaper. Proper swim attire should be worn over the diaper. Even a small accident in the pool can close the pool for as long as 24 hours. If in doubt, PLEASE do not take a chance.
  • Goggles
    All students should have a pair of goggles at every class. We DO NOT offer loaner goggles.
  • Food and Drink
    Water in a non-glass container IS allowed; food are drinks are not allowed on the pool deck at any time.

Now Hiring – Join Our Team!

Looking for a fun and rewarding and exciting job? Look no further than the TWC Aquatics Center!

We are currently seeking lifeguards. As a lifeguard, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safety of our patrons while they enjoy the pool.

Responsibilities include monitoring swimmers, enforcing pool rules, and responding to emergencies. Candidates must be certified by the American Red Cross in Lifeguarding/CPR/AED/First Aid – and we offer training here at the TWC!

Apply now

7 Reasons Why Water Aerobics is the Workout You Didn’t Know You Needed

Are you bored with your current workout routine? Do you have sore joints or chronic pain that prevents you from exercising? Are you looking to get in shape and have fun at the same time? If so, water aerobics is the right workout for you. Water aerobics has more benefits than people realize—it’s tough, it’s therapeutic, and as far as working out goes, it’s a pretty good time. Here are seven fantastic benefits of working out in H2O!

1. Increase Muscle Strength

Since water flows in multiple directions, the resistance in the pool can range from four to 42 times greater than air, ensuring the body’s muscles get a rigid workout.

2. Build Endurance

Water resistance is a more natural resistance than using weights on land, therefore, requiring the body to strain through the water rather than against it. This natural resistance will greatly increase one’s endurance.

3. Increase Flexibility

The joints naturally increase their range of motion in the water because the water requires the body to move in various directions while adjusting to the push and pull of the water. Because of the lesser effects of gravity in the water, this makes for an excellent workout for those with joint issues.

4. Low to No-Impact Exercise

Land workouts can place a great amount of impact on our joints, which is not always the best option for all people. In water aerobics, the buoyancy of the water lessens the impact, or in deep water aerobics, minimizes the impact to nearly zero. This can be incredibly beneficial to those with joint conditions or people recuperating from an injury.

5. Relieves Stress and Anxiety

A Polish study conducted in 2007 found that exercising in the water significantly decreased anxiety and negative moods.

6. Burns Calories

Depending on the workout, water aerobic participants can burn between 400-500 calories in one hour.

7. Reduces Blood Pressure

Being immersed in water enables one’s blood flow to circulate more effectively through the body, decreasing blood pressure, which in turn decreases resting heart rate. This is a huge benefit because your heart is maintaining its productivity while putting less stress on the heart.

With all of the above-mentioned benefits, it’s important to also maintain land-based workouts as well, because weight-bearing exercise is important for preventing bone loss.

Pool Rules & Regulations

  • No outside clothes permitted within the water.
  • All patrons must shower before entering.
  • No food or drink permitted within the Aquatics area.
  • Obey all Lifeguards.
  • No Running on Deck
  • All Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
  • Children unable to swim may be asked to wear a life jacket if determined by lifeguards.
  • PDA is not allowed anywhere.

Leisure Pool & Slide

  • No horseplay.
  • No Climbing on walls or barriers within the water.
  • No playing within roped-off slide area.
  • All children aged 5 and under must wear a life jacket and be within arm’s length of a parent/Guardian.
  • No climbing or standing within slide shoot area.
  • All toys and equipment must be collected at the conclusion of the event.
  • Only 1 patron permitted down the slide at one time (No children are allowed to be held by an adult).
  • All patrons must be able to exit on their own. No catching.
  • All patrons must go down the slide feet first face up.
  • No diving permitted.

Lap Pool

  • Lap swimming permitted only within this area.
  • No underwater length swimming permitted.
  • All equipment used must be returned.
    No diving permitted.

Spa

  • No children under the age of 13 are permitted within this area.
  • Maximum of 8 people are permitted in this area at a time.
  • No splashing or horseplaying within this area.
  • A maximum of 15 minutes per patron permitted. A cool off time of 5 minutes and re-entry is permitted.
  • It is advised that all elderly or any person suffering from an illness consult a doctor before entry.
  • No diving permitted.

Learn More About Us

Danielle Lambson

Aquatics Manager

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Bo Romero

Aquatics Supervisor

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Edgar Ramirez

Aquatics Supervisor

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Bailey Lujan

Aquatics Coordinator

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Rozlyn Raton

Lifeguard

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Mia Paquin

Lifeguard

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Michelle Garica

Lifeguard

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Kyra Lujan

Lifeguard Assistant

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Raphael Clark-Faust

Lifeguard Assistant

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