Laredo Launches Aqua Spinning Classes at City Pools

New fitness program offers specialized workouts at Del Mar and Inner City Pools this April

Apr. 6, 2026 at 4:05pm

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An impressionistic, out-of-focus scene of people swimming and exercising in a blurred, dreamlike aquatic setting, with soft pools of warm, pastel colors.The new Aqua Spinning classes at Laredo's municipal pools aim to make fitness fun and accessible for residents this spring.Laredo Today

The Laredo Parks and Recreation Department is introducing Aqua Spinning classes throughout April 2026, providing specialized fitness programming for residents aged 18 and older at two municipal aquatic facilities in the city. The $35 per month program will be offered at the Rangel Field Del Mar Swimming Pool and the Inner City Pool, with classes led by instructors Karla Ponce, Arturo, and Joe Rico.

Why it matters

The new Aqua Spinning classes aim to expand the city's aquatic fitness offerings and promote healthy lifestyles for Laredo residents. The program leverages the community's existing pool infrastructure to provide a unique, low-impact workout option during the spring season.

The details

The Aqua Spinning classes will be held twice a week at each pool location. At the Rangel Field Del Mar Swimming Pool, classes led by Karla Ponce will take place on Wednesdays and Sundays from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. At the Inner City Pool, Arturo and Joe Rico will lead sessions on Saturdays and Sundays from 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. Registration and payment for the $35 monthly program is open from April 1 to April 8, 2026.

  • The Aqua Spinning classes will run throughout April 2026.
  • Registration and payment for the program is open from April 1 to April 8, 2026.
  • Classes at the Rangel Field Del Mar Swimming Pool will be held on Wednesdays and Sundays from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
  • Classes at the Inner City Pool will be held on Saturdays and Sundays from 9:45 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. from April 11 through May 3, 2026.

The players

Laredo Parks and Recreation Department

The municipal department responsible for organizing the new Aqua Spinning classes and overseeing the city's aquatic facilities.

Karla Ponce

The instructor leading the Aqua Spinning classes at the Rangel Field Del Mar Swimming Pool.

Arturo

One of the instructors leading the Aqua Spinning classes at the Inner City Pool.

Joe Rico

One of the instructors leading the Aqua Spinning classes at the Inner City Pool.

Inner City Pool

One of the two municipal aquatic facilities hosting the Aqua Spinning classes, known as the first heated pool in Laredo and offering year-round aquatic programming.

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What they’re saying

“The new Aqua Spinning classes are a great way for Laredo residents to stay active and healthy this spring.”

— Karla Ponce, Aqua Spinning Instructor

What’s next

Residents interested in participating in the Aqua Spinning classes can register and pay the $35 monthly fee at the Inner City Pool administrative offices from April 1 to April 8, 2026.

The takeaway

The Laredo Parks and Recreation Department's new Aqua Spinning program provides an innovative fitness opportunity for the community, leveraging the city's existing aquatic infrastructure to promote active and healthy lifestyles.