POOLFIT

• 2014
   
  

  Poolfit was inspired by Fitmotivation.com, an aquatic fitness instructor training site that launched in 2014 with a streaming video platform. Water fitness enthusiasts started discovering Fitmotivation and subscribing to access the videos. Blending fitness professionals and fitness consumers on one site proved unwise and so Poolfit was created for those who wanted to follow along with pool workouts.

• 2019
   
  

  The Poolfit website launched in January 2019 with 20 videos. It soon became apparent that a streaming water fitness website was not going to cut it due to a lack of Wi-Fi at most pools. The tech team got busy developing an app that would allow users to download videos, eliminating the need for streaming and Wi-Fi. Subscribers could simply download a video and prop up their device poolside and exercise along with the videos.

• 2020
   
  

  The Poolfit IOS App launched in the App Store in May 2020 with 50 pool workouts. And then in December 2020, the tech team released an android version in the Play Store.

• 2021
   
  

  In December 2021, Poolfit got a makeover. The revamp showcases a new organization and look for the rapidly growing video library and includes enhanced search and filtering. Also added was a media page to highlight Poolfit’s increasing publicity, as well as water exercise articles.

• 2022
   
  

  New Poolfit instructors made their debut, including Sharlie Peterson and Haylley Pittam. Other instructors returned after a hiatus of a few years, including Ashley Bishop and Lori Templeman. In winter 2022, a new look to the streaming platform was unveiled. In fall 2022, the tech team launched the new playlist feature on the IOS app. The playlist feature for the android app will be launched in 2023.

• 2023
   
  

  The playlist feature was included on the android app. This feature allows subscribers to combine one or more videos so they can customize their exercise experience. Poolfit introduced new instructors in 2023, including Cindy Vance Brossman (Wisconsin), Ronnie Miller (Florida) and Irene Pluim Mentz (New Mexico). In the summer, we welcomed back Stephanie Thielen (Nebraska), a popular instructor on the Fitmotivation platform, who had not filmed since 2017. Subscriber favorites, the Aqua Gym Fitness team (Stephanie, Eliza and Crystal) and the S’WET team (Jenni Lynn, Chris & Katy) also contributed popular videos in 2023.

• 2024
   
  

  The fourth summer for the Poolfit app proved to be its best. We had a banner season thanks to social media success. Our following surged on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok and YouTube, leading to a big increase in new subscribers. Mark’s videos Aqua Alphabet and Aqua Olympics were a big hit. We introduced new instructors, including Monique Acton (Florida), Melissa Plumeau (Idaho) and Kelly Bullard (Wisconsin). We welcomed back Claire Barker Hemings (Australia)and Jackie Lebeau (Virginia). Poolfit’s filming location near Siesta Key, Florida took a beating with three hurricanes, including a direct hit from Hurricane Milton. Thankfully, the damage to the pool cage and house was minimal.

• Today
   
  

  Looking ahead to summer 2025, we are hoping for another big summer season. The Poolfit app is undergoing lots of changes to the overall look and the playlist feature, as well as enhancements to the free mode, where people can download the app and access the 10 free workouts. In April, we introduced a new instructor, Zumba superstar, Richard Gormley (France). Thanks to a special collaboration with Zumba®, Richard treated subscribers to two Aqua Zumba® videos. In May, we were thrilled to bring in another new instructor, Dr. Lori Sherlock, an aquatic therapy professor from the University of West Virginia. We look forward to welcoming Mushi Harush from Israel in October. In 2025, we will be welcoming back Melissa, Jenni Lynn, Jackie and Kelly.

Start with a 7 day trial that provides video access to all 250+ video workouts. Upon registration, subscribers can choose a monthly plan of $15.95 or an annual plan of $159.95 (12 months for the price of 10).

There is NO commitment. Subscribers can cancel at any time via their account settings. Pool season is limited for many and subscribers can subscribe & unsubscribe as much and as often as they want. If you are skeptical of subscribing despite my promises of no commitment, Poolfit also offers 10 Free Sample Workouts for you to try without subscribing.

If you have access to a pool, we hope you will give Poolfit a try. We are confident that it will become your go-to resource for water exercise.