Aquatic exercise classes (also called aquatics or water aerobics) are typically done in waist-deep or deeper water, without swimming. All classes offer a very low-impact workout and deep-water classes are non-impact because you wear a flotation device and your feet do not touch the bottom. Most classes are conducted in a group setting with a trained professional teaching. There are many types of water classes, some that focus on just range of motion with gentle stretching and some that offer very intense aerobic conditioning and resistance training. Choose the aquatic class that matches your current fitness level and goals. Many classes use such equipment as water dumbbells, noodles, swim gloves, resistance tubing with handles, bar floats, flotation belts, water ankle cuffs, kick boards, pull buoys and many more.