Dakota started working for BAC 1 year ago. She initially got hired in aquatics as a swim instructor and lifeguard. She now also works in kids club and at the front desk. Dakota is an active employee in our group exercise classes, her favorites are Heather’s Insanity and Jeremy’s Bootcamp. When she isn’t at the gym, Dakota spends her days at school at WWU, she’s a communication major. When asked about her favorite part of working at BAC, she said, “My favorite thing about BAC is all the awesome friends I’ve gotten to make.” Thank you Dakota for always being upbeat and having a smile on your face!
Aquatics
Aquatics Challenge
Can you believe that snow has already fallen, and we’re only in November? If the frozen weather outside is driving you to the warm pool, you’re not alone! If you’re looking for a way to kick your workout into high gear, try one of these November Challenge sets! Each set focuses on a different type of workout: Sprint or endurance. One way to think about the difference would be a HIIT class vs marathon training. Either way, you’ll be getting your blood pumping!
Sprint Workout
Warm Up: Choice of stroke :30 Rest
1 x 200 Swim
1 x 200 Kick w/ Board
1 x 200 Pull w/ Buoy
1 x 200 Sprint!
Main Set
16 x 50 All Blast, Best Stroke
·4 x 50 @ 3:00
·4 x 50 @ 2:30
·4 x 50 @ 2:00
·4 x 50 @1:30
Challenge: Repeat 2x, choose different stroke
Cool Down: 1 x 300 Easy choice swim
Distance Workout
Warm Up: Choice of stroke :30 Rest
1 x 200 Swim
1 x 200 Kick w/ Board
1 x 200 Pull w/ Buoy
1 x 200 Sprint!
Main Set
4 x 400 Freestyle build to race pace
·1 x 400 @ 7:00
·1 x 400 @ 7:30
·1 x 400 @ 8:00
·1 x 400 @ 7:00
Challenge: Time yourself on your first 400, see if you can beat it by your final set
Cool Down: 1 x 500 easy choice swim
BAC Swim Team!
There have been lots of changes in the pool this winter, and we are very excited about our newest addition to the aquatics program. We will be welcoming back our BAC Swim Team, and are currently accepting new swimmers! Our program is designed as a learning program, with primary emphasis on teaching swimming as a competitive sport. Swimmers will learn essential swim team skills and improve their technique while swimming off some of that extra energy. We accept any swimmer who has completed a manatee level from our learn to swim program, or anyone who is able to complete the tryout requirements. Swim Team run on Tuesday and Thursday nights from 6-7PM, and costs just $55/month for members! Our next session will begin on March 7th. So, are you curious whether your student has what it takes to be a swimmer? Here’s your challenge! If they can do this workout and would like to try more, ask about signups at the front desk!
Swim Team Tryout Workout:
1. Swim 3 lengths (50yds) freestyle with side breathing
2. Swim 3 lengths (50yds) backstroke
3. Swim 3 lengths (50yds) breaststroke
4. Swim 3 lengths (50yds) butterfly
5. Do a flip turn on the wall while swimming freestyle