Community Center schedule

Winter hours

Monday through Thursday, 5 a.m.-9 p.m.; Friday, 5 a.m.-8 p.m.; Saturday, 8 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sunday, 1-5 p.m. (Pool closes at 8:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 7 p.m. on Friday.)

Skiing

The Lost Valley learn to ski/snowboard or open skiing/riding program will run on Tuesday evenings from January 8 through February 12. Grades 4-8 can participate in the learn to ski or snowboard program.

Those in grade six and up may sign up for two hours of skiing/riding. The cost includes your lift ticket each week and transportation. Registration deadline is December 10. Space is limited to 28 participants, so sign up today.

Fitness programs

Hall’s Weight loss Challenge – Call for more information.

Wiscasset Community Center Pass Punch Card – Includes: Kickboxing, Cross Training Zumba, Wake-Up-Call and Step It Up, Evening Water Aerobics.

Cross Training – Monday, 5:45-6:45 p.m.

Kickboxing – Wednesdays, 5-6 a.m. 

Zumba – Wednesday, 4:30-5:30 p.m. (call for location with Debbie); pre-registration rates and walk in rates available; Thursday, 5:30 -6:30 p.m. Wiscasset Community Center with Denise; Saturday, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Wiscasset Community Center with Denise.

Wake-Up Call – Monday and Friday mornings, 5:30-6:30 a.m. WCC Gym with Lorna 

Step-It-Up – Wednesday evenings 6-7 p.m. WCC Gym. This class is a multifaceted cardio step class that will be led by Lorna Weber.

Yoga – Wednesday mornings, 7:45-9 a.m. 

Karate – Monday evenings: Little Ninjas 4:30-5:30 p.m. & Tao Karate 5:45-6:45 p.m.; Friday evenings combo 5-6 p.m. 

Zumbatonic – Will take place on the first Monday of each month for ages 4-12, 4-4:30 p.m. Walk in rates $5 and $6. Call for more information.

Gymnastics – Tuesdays starting in January. Flip for Tots, (Ages 3-5) 4:30-5:15 p.m.; Flying Kids, (Ages 5-7) 5:15-6 p.m.; and Tumbling Kids: (Ages 8-12) 6-7 p.m.

Red Cross swim lessons

The Wiscasset Community Center announces the American Red Cross Learn to Swim Program for the winter 2013. These programs are for children between the ages of four and fourteen. We are offering eight-week sessions, which meet on different days and times. 

W.S.I. certified and experienced swim instructors Lori LaPointe, Heather Hodgdon, Ryan Hanley, Jaja Martin and Sarah Currier will be leading the lessons with an enthusiastic staff. Our family Aquatic Center makes the learning experience both safe and fun. In addition, our pool design aids in comforting both swimmers and non-swimmers alike. All classes are limited in size, so register now before classes fill up. The cost is $37 for Wiscasset Community Center members and $54 for non-members

Swim lesson schedule

Session A (Monday Splash) – Jan. 14-March 4, Level 1 and 2, 9:30-10:15 a.m.

Session A (Friday Splash) – Jan. 4-Feb. 22, Level 1 and 2, 9:30-10:15 a.m.

Session B (Tuesday) – Jan. 15-March 5, Level 1, 2 and 3, 3:30-4:15 p.m.; Level 4, 5 and 6, 4:15-5 p.m. 

Session C (Thursdays) – Jan. 10-Feb. 28, Level 1 and 2, 3:30-4:15 p.m.; Level 3 and 4, 4:15-5 p.m.

Session D (Saturdays) – Jan. 12-March 2, Level 4+, 5 and 6, 8:15-9 a.m.; Level 3 and 4, 9-9:45 a.m.; Level 1 and 2, 9:45-10:30 a.m.

Adult swim lessons

The Adult Learn to Swim program will be held Friday mornings, January 4 through February 22 from 8 to 8:30. 

This program is designed to help swimmers of all abilities. This class will also benefit that individual needing help with breath control and endurance and offer skills for those looking for boat safety. Our Certified Swim Instructor will help participants learn to swim through positive feedback and encouragement. The cost is $55 for members and $75 for non-members. Preregistration is required prior to the first class. Space is available on a first come first serve basis.

Maine Masters swimming workout

Maine Masters swimming is open to any athlete age 18 and over, male or female looking for a different approach to fitness. Maine Masters include individuals of all abilities, from fitness and lap swimmers to triathletes and competitively minded swimmers. Maine Masters maintains no criteria, nor imposes any requirements, based on time or technique for membership. Come workout and meet local competitive swimmers. Maine Masters meets on Monday and Wednesdays from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. and on Saturdays from 8 to 9 a.m. There is no charge for Wiscasset Community Center members, non-members pay $10 per swim.

Parent-toddler swim lessons

Parent/toddler swim lessons are specially designed for infants or toddlers and their parents. This program is catered for children between 6 months to 4 years of age. Our focus is getting young children comfortable with the water through games and play. Parents will be introduced to proper holds, and creative approach to various aquatic skills. An adult must accompany each swimmer. The cost of the eight-week session is $32 for members and $45 non-members

Class schedule

Tuesdays, Jan. 15-March 5, 2013 – instruction 9:30-10 a.m.; open swim 10 to 10:30 a.m.
Saturdays, Jan. 12-March 2, 2013 – instruction 10:30-11 a.m.; open swim 11 to 11:30 a.m.

Aerobics in the water

Water aerobics is our most popular exercise program for adults. Our participants are both male and female. This program is for participants of all swimming abilities and fitness levels. We encourage participants to work at their own pace. 

The Wiscasset Community Center offers two water aerobics classes. Waterworks is scheduled for Monday through Friday mornings 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. Aqua Exercise is offered on other is held Monday evenings from 6 to 7 p.m. Both programs are instructed by certified water aerobics instructors. This program uses the water’s natural resistance, buoyancy, and therapeutic qualities to work wonders trimming and toning the body, at the same time, refreshes and relaxes the participant emotionally. 

This program also offers aerobic benefits with attention to breathing and vigorous movements to help strengthen the lungs, along with making use of skills similar to those used in calisthenics, gymnastics, dance, and swimming to improve coordination. 

The WCC offers one free pass to anyone interested in trying out the water aerobics class for the first time. Any questions please call Lori LaPointe at 207-882-8230.

Pool programs

Red Cross swim lessons

The Wiscasset Community Center's American Red Cross Learn to Swim Programs for the winter 2013 begin in January.

These programs are for children between the ages of four and 14. We are offering 8-week sessions, which meet on different days and times.

W.S.I. certified and experienced swim instructors Lori LaPointe, Heather Hodgdon, Ryan Hanley, Jaja Martin and Sarah Currier will be leading the lessons with an enthusiastic staff.

The family Aquatic Center makes the learning experience both safe and fun. In addition, our pool design aids in comforting both swimmers and non-swimmers alike.

All classes are limited in size, so register now before classes fill up. The cost is $37 for Wiscasset Community Center members and $54 for non-members.

Swim lesson schedule

Session A (Monday Splash) – January 14 through March 4, Level 1 and 2, 9:30-10:15 a.m.

Session A (Friday Splash) – January 4 through February 22, Level 1 and 2, 9:30-10:15 a.m.

Session B (Tuesday) – January 15 through March 5, Level 1, 2 and 3, 3:30-4:15 p.m.; Level 4, 5 and 6, 4:15-5 p.m.

Session C (Thursdays) – January 10 through February 28, Level 1 and 2, 3:30-4:15 p.m.; Level 3 and 4, 4:15-5 p.m.

Session D (Saturdays) – January 12 through March 2, Level 4+, 5 and 6, 8:15-9 a.m.; Level 3 and 4, 9-9:45 a.m.; Level 1 and 2, 9:45-10:30 a.m.

Adult swim lessons

The Adult Learn to Swim program will be held Friday mornings, January 4 through February 22 from 8 to 8:30 p.m.

This program is designed to help swimmers of all abilities. This class will also benefit that individual needing help with breath control and endurance and offer skills for those looking for boat safety.

A Certified Swim Instructor will help participants learn to swim through positive feedback and encouragement.

The cost is $55 for members and $75 for non-members. Preregistration is required prior to the first class. Space is available on a first come first serve basis.

Maine Masters swimming workout

Maine Masters swimming is open to any athlete age 18 and over, male or female looking for a different approach to fitness.

Maine Masters include individuals of all abilities, from fitness and lap swimmers to triathletes and competitively minded swimmers.

Maine Masters maintains no criteria, nor imposes any requirements, based on time or technique for membership. Come workout and meet local competitive swimmers.

Maine Masters meets on Monday and Wednesdays from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. and on Saturdays from 8 to 9 a.m. There is no charge for Wiscasset Community Center members, non-members pay $10 per swim.

Parent-toddler swim lessons

Parent/toddler swim lessons are specially designed for infants or toddlers and their parents. This program is catered for children between 6 months to 4 years of age.

The focus is getting young children comfortable with the water through games and play. Parents will be introduced to proper holds, and creative approach to various aquatic skills. An adult must accompany each swimmer. The cost of the 8-week session is $32 for members and $45 for nonmembers.

Class schedule

Tuesdays, January 15 through March 5, 2013 – instruction 9:30-10 a.m.; open swim 10-10:30 a.m.

Saturdays, Jan. 12 through March 2, 2013 – instruction 10:30-11 a.m.; open swim 11-11:30 a.m.

Aerobics in the water

Water aerobics is our most popular exercise program for adults. Our participants are both male and female. This program is for participants of all swimming abilities and fitness levels. We encourage participants to work at their own pace.

The Wiscasset Community Center offers two water aerobics classes. Waterworks is scheduled for Monday through Friday mornings 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.

Aqua Exercise is offered on other is held Monday evenings from 6-7 p.m. Both programs are instructed by certified water aerobics instructors. This program uses the water’s natural resistance, buoyancy, and therapeutic qualities to work wonders trimming and toning the body, at the same time, refreshes and relaxes the participant emotionally.

This program also offers aerobic benefits with attention to breathing and vigorous movements to help strengthen the lungs, along with making use of skills similar to those used in calisthenics, gymnastics, dance, and swimming to improve coordination. The WCC offers one free pass to anyone interested in trying out the water aerobics class for the first time.

Call Lori LaPointe at 207-882-8230 with questions.