OHCC SWIM & WELLNESS CLUB
The OHCC Swim & Wellness Club's purpose is to: advocate for our members concerning OHCC pool access and activities, provide information on health and wellness, and promote meaningful social activities, fun, and safety for all our pool users.
SEE YOU AT THE POOL
Current Swim Hours & Rules
( updated: September, 2024)
Summer is over and no more wristbands; however, all guests MUST be accompanied by a resident.
Everyone is expected to shower before entering the pool. Pool hours are from 6 am to 10 pm daily except during scheduled activity and/or maintenance.
The pool and spa are closed every Monday from 10:30am-11:30am for pool maintenance.
Children age 5 - 14 years may swim as a guest when accompanied by a resident only during posted times.
Children under 5 years old are not allowed in the pool area.
No one under the age of 14 years is allowed in the spa.
No diving or jumping into the water is allowed, no rough play, and no running on the deck.
Lap swimming is permitted except when there is a scheduled class or activity. Consideration and courtesy are necessary so everyone can enjoy their time at the pool.
Please call security if you see anyone breaking the rules or being abusive to others, do not try to handle it yourself. We pay security to handle these things.
Residents who bring guests must stay at the pool with their guests.
There is no food allowed at the pool.
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November Club Meeting
SWIM & WELLNESS CLUB MEETING
THURSDAY, NOV. 21, 6:00PM
ABRAVANEL HALL
MEMBERS ONLY MEETING!
A short business meeting including election of 2025 officers will start off the evening. Then, we’ll enjoy a light supper and socializing with other members. Last year’s autumn party was a great success and this year will be the same. Oh, did I mention that this is FREE to members?
DEADLINE TO RSVP IS NOV 14
This is a MEMBERS ONLY meeting.
Want to join? Drop off a check for $10 at the desk. Include name, email address and phone number.
HAPPY THANKSGIVING!
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
Nan Goodman
Club member Nan Goodman has lived in OHCC for 6+ years. She was born in Detroit, but grew up in Southern California. She returned to Michigan State for college, married and had 2 children, then moved to San Francisco where she worked as a buyer and merchandiser for a large retail company. She moved on to become a recruiter putting top executives in positions for large companies. After a few years, Nan and a friend opened their own business, and operated it for 15 years. She and husband Alan have been married for 30 years and have 2 children and 4 grandkids, plus a 14 year old mini-schnauzer named Dubi. Nan and Alan love to travel and have been to many exciting places. Upcoming trips include China, Cuba, a Northern Lights cruise and Germany/Switzerland. But she makes time to play mahjongg regularly, plus sculpting and other crafting. Nan loves our pool and being outside. She especially enjoys the Aqua Fitness classes. She speaks highly of the instructor and all the friendships she’s made in the class. She claims that the class has helped improve her balance plus she sleeps better. Who could ask for more? Nan is a faithful Swim & Wellness Club volunteer and you’ll often see her at club events, at the registration table or in the kitchen. Thanks, Nan!
(Swim Clinic Crew)
SWIM CLINIC REVIEW
Our July Swim Clinic is officially on the books and a very successful event it was. Fifteen OHCC residents gathered on 3 Saturdays to work on swimming skills. Some were starting from scratch and learning to put their faces in the water. Others wanted a touch-up on their strokes or to learn proper breathing technique. We saw lots of progress! Many thanks go to our volunteer instructors - Robin Ryan, Ken Krueger, Lynn Topar and Phil Topar. These 4 put in hours of time, patiently encouraging and teaching. Here is an example of a beginner class at the first session: “We began in the shallow end with submersion and opening eyes under water, acclimating to goggles and breathing exercises. There was bobbing, prone floating and then we began swimming freestyle for just one breath.” Other levels of competence found instructors correcting form and encouraging the next step to smooth strokes. Swimmers in the 55+ age group sometimes find they struggle with rotation breathing. A great alternative can be learning the correct use of a center-mounted snorkel and short fins. This, too, was learned by some participants.
Some instructor comments:
+These women are brave and willing! I hope to see you next summer at the clinic!
+The participants were courageous, they overcame their fears and discomfort and succeeded at every single thing they were asked to do.
Here are some comments from participants:
+ I really appreciate that you found such great swimming teachers. Thank you!
+ Thank you for putting on this clinic. I learned so much and feel much more confident in the water.
+ The clinic was great. I so appreciate the time and energy from the instructors. I’m glad I came!
The annual Swim Clinic has been going on for many years. We have always been committed to teaching our members proper swim strokes and breathing techniques. Maybe next summer will be your time to try it out. Don't give up until you feel the magic!
AQUA FITNESS CLASSES
Classes are typically scheduled on Tuesday, Thursday and Friday at 9:00am. The cost per Aqua Fitness session is $5.00. Contact Leesa Singer at aqualeesa@gmail.com for more information.