The Hardy Court facility provides 7 day access to a new, indoor pool, installed in 2006. Members use it for swimming laps, resistance training, recovery from injuries, and simple relaxation. Additionally, water aerobic classes are held weekdays at two different times. The pool is kept at constant temperature with thermostatic controls and sanitary with constant filtration and chemical intervention. Rhodes offers restricted, low cost, "pool only" memberships at special rates for those not using the gym and cardio equipment. Water Aerobics Class At Rhodes, our water aerobics class is geared towards senior ladies and other women recovering from injuries and ailments. If you have arthritis, exercising in a well-heated pool has particular advantages over a health club floor. For one thing, the buoyancy of the water supports your body and reduces the stress on your weight-bearing joints. Since water supports your joints, it makes it easier to move freely, improving your range of motion. At the same time, water offers at least 12 times more resistance than air, strengthening your muscles. The pressure water exerts on your legs also can aid circulation, something like wearing support hose. Water aerobics has an added benefit: it enables you to burn up calories much more efficiently. Compare the following estimates of calorie consumption for a 30-minute workout: Land walking: 135 calories Deep water walking; 264 calories Jogging on land: 240 calories Deep water jogging: 340 calories