Swim lesson registration is open Winter Session 2 (Feb-Apr)! Classes include Parent & Child (6 months-3 years), Preschool (3-5 years) & Learn to Swim (6-13 years); open to the public. View schedule & registration information – registration closes 2/22!
Jump into a POUND® intro class Thursday 1/26 at noon or 4:15 pm! This exhilarating workout incorporates the motion of drumming into a movement series that yields cardio & strength benefits! POUND will join the GPX line-up in February Thursdays at noon and -beginning 2/9- at 4:30 pm!
Know your numbers! Free blood pressure screening on Friday, January 27, 8:00 am – noon. Open to members and the community!
Swim lessons
The following group classes are open to the public and offered in PWC’s indoor warm water pool: Parent & Child (ages 6 months – 3 years), Preschool Aquatics (ages 3-5 years), and Learn to Swim (ages 6 – 13 years). Classes for children support the needs of never-ever swimmers as well as young swimmers progressing in their skills. Our learning environment focuses on learning skills in a fun way while also focusing on water safety – important knowledge for swimmers in order to help themselves or others in an aquatic emergency. Click here for registration information & current schedule.
Questions may be directed to the front desk at 540-445-5406 or aquatics manager Stacey Aucoin at 540-445-5383 or saucoin@culpeperwellness.org
Family swim sessions
Members are welcome to enjoy a family swim session currently available on Tuesday, 5:00-7:00 pm; Friday, 4:00-6:00 pm and Sunday, 12:00 noon-2:00 pm. Questions may be directed to the front desk at 540-445-5406 or aquatics manager Stacey Aucoin at 540-445-5383 or saucoin@culpeperwellness.org

Fitness classes: schedules & info
News & Events
A golden anniversary for fitness instructor & personal trainer Sharon Steele!
2022 is quite the anniversary year for fitness instructor and aquatic personal trainer Sharon Steele: 15 years with Powell Wellness Center and 50 years as a fitness professional! Read the Culpeper Star Exponent article about Sharon's career! Prior to the article's...
Exercise and arthritis
May is Arthritis Awareness month and we’ll be sharing a weekly post to provide resources to learn more about the disease and how to manage it.
Arthritis Awareness Month: Keep moving!
Did you know that movement is one of the ways to help mitigate arthritis pain and stiffness? Personal trainer and group fitness instructor Sharon Steele, certified by the Arthritis Foundation, and member Beth Aitcheson, who through exercise has experienced improvement with her arthritis symptoms, share their thoughts.
Calendar
New class: Cardio Lunchbox
Cardio Lunchbox is a 30 minute non-contact boxing based workout intended to improve cardiovascular fitness, build endurance, and increase coordination and agility. Class movements can be adapted to each individual’s needs – come give it a try!
January blood pressure screenings
Free blood pressure screenings are held regularly for our members and the community; no appointment necessary.
New class: POUND full body workout
Check out POUND® at Powell Wellness Center! This exhilarating full-body workout with GPX instructor Karen Frazier combines cardio, conditioning, and strength training with yoga and Pilates-inspired movements.
Mardi Gras River Parade February 21
Join us for our Mardi Gras RIVER Parade in our aquatic arena’s river loop, complete with beads and trinkets!
Dance Your Heart Out Zumba February 10
Join group fitness instructors Kelly Rozwadowski and Heather Boggess for Dance Your Heart Out Zumba! This class benefiting cardio health (& more) is free and open to the public!