The JFK Senior Water Aerobics classes conducted by Michael Garrett have provided
notable health improvements to many in the Newark Community. Not only have I seen
the results of participants coming to class after back, hip, shoulder, mastectomy surgeries
and an enormous fear of the water enter the pool slowly and tentatively, often clinging to
the wall for the first few sessions, but they returned! After a few sessions, you can see the
confidence and commitment.

This experience became personal after I underwent a complicated five hour surgery in February.
When approved by my Drs. to return to water aerobics I was fearfully cautious and
apprehensive but fell back in line with Mike's routine. Both of my

Love the program n Mike is the best, very professional, has a good sense of humor and explains very well and clearly by demonstrating the exercise before we start each one, I've lost 5 pounds in a month just going 3 times a week, I feel fabulous and energetic, thank you Mike, love n Blessings

I have been coming to JFK and taking the water aerobics class with Mike Garrett for 3 years. Mike is a awesome instructor he gives us details on what muscles we work and the benefits of exercise. He always stress we should continue to do the stretches at home. Mike always look out for us seniors. Mike also has been a Blessing to me these last 3 going 4 years and I am feeling healthy and have been eating the right foods. I do not know what I would do without this exercise class in the water it is so beneficial to my back and knee problems. I look forward to all three classes every week. I am and will always be thankful to Mike sharing his knowledge of how to keep our body healthy and strong in our senior years.

Mike is a great teacher who is very capable at his job. I enjoy coming to class even though it is sometimes hard for me. The class has really helped with pain and has improved the strength in my knees as I have 3 knee replacements. It has also helped a lot with my balance. The class is a great way to interact with other seniors and allows me to be productive during my retirement. I recommend others to this class and I hope that it continues in the future.

I've been attending Mikes' water aerobics for a little over a year now and it's the best thing I've done for myself in years. Not only has my mobility improved, I've also be able to keep my A1C within a reasonable range that makes me and my doctor happy. For anyone that wants to improve their quality of life, I would highly recommend Mikes' water fitness classes.

After a long illness that left me unable to walk well on my own, I began to take Mike's senior water aerobics class. Within weeks I began to get my strength back and went from using a walker, to using a cane to walking unassisted! I make the effort to take the class every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday year round. The size of the class has grown to huge numbers (40-50 people) and you can see that I'm not the only one who has benefited from this class. I make sure I'm on time because there is little space in the pool if you are late.

Although this class is classified as a "senior" class it benefits adults of all ages and even the young who may be rehabilitating from some injury. I tell people that Mike is a no joke instructor. If you don't want to work and get better stay home!!

Newark JFK has one of the greatest Water Aquatic Class. Trainer and Instructor is Mike Garrett. For the past few years Mike has provided outstanding classes in water exercise, to many Seniors in Newark and surrounding township and cities. I have lost 5 to 10 pounds by attending the classes. I also have experience sever back pains. After many trips to the Doctors and Physical Therapist. Mike Classes has been the most helpful in relieving the pain. Mike primary focus is improving our health with water exercise.His most favor saying is "USE IT OR LOSE IT". Focusing on Good Health and exercise to help us "LIVE OUR BEST LIFE'. This class has been one of the best decision I have made for myself.

Since early July 2019 I've been attending the Water Aerobic Classes. I have been having issues with my knees, back and shoulders. Since attending classes, I'm able to bend, stand and walk better. My shoulders have more strength. I'm so grateful to be a part of these classes. Mike has been a tremendous help to me. He's funny, encouraging and very welcoming in the classes. His instructions are clear and concise. An excellent Instructor highly skilled in training.
Please provide evening water aerobic classes for those who work days. Its needed.

I have been attending Newark JFK Recreation Center for 3 months and it has made a big difference in the quality of my life.
I has 2 aneurysms which had resulted in a stroke. I had problems with my balance and some movements.
Mr. Mike Garrett the fitness instructor has worked with me diligently to bring me to the stage I am at today.
I am kindly asking the City of Newark of which I am a resident to please work with him in assisting seniors with their quality of life.

This is my first summer taking a water aerobics class. I was excited to take the class even though the class is advertised for seniors. Trust me, this class is for adults that want to get in shape and feel great about it. My body feels great once I leave the water and my overall health is improving. I am more flexible, I lost weight, my joints don't hurt anymore and I'm not afraid of the water. (as much) Michael is very patient with EVERYONE and I can see that Michael really enjoys teaching water aerobics.

After a long illness that left me unable to walk well on my own, I began to take Mike's senior water aerobics class. Within weeks I began to get my strength back and went from using a walker, to using a cane to walking unassisted! I make the effort to take the class every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday year round. The size of the class has grown to huge numbers (40-50 people) and you can see that I'm not the only one who has benefited from this class. I make sure I'm on time because there is little space in the pool if you are late.
Although this class is classified as a "senior" class it benefits adults of all ages and even the young who may be rehabilitating from some injury. I tell people that Mike is a no joke instructor. If you don't want to work and get better stay home!!

Newark JFK has one of the greatest Water Aquatic Class. Trainer and Instructor is Mike Garrett. For the past few years Mike has provided outstanding classes in water exercise, to many Seniors in Newark and surrounding township and cities. I have lost 5 to 10 pounds by attending the classes. I also have experience sever back pains. After many trips to the Doctors and Physical Therapist. Mike Classes has been the most helpful in relieving the pain. Mike primary focus is improving our health with water exercise.His most favor saying is "USE IT OR LOSE IT". Focusing on Good Health and exercise to help us "LIVE OUR BEST LIFE'. This class has been one of the best decision I have made for myself.

Let me just say I started my weight loss journey
Dec. 1, 2018 at exactly 483 very sad lbs. Just 7 months later I weighed in at 393 much happier lbs. I'll do the math for you that's exactly 90lbs gone with hard work determination and with the help of Mike Garrett.
I wish I could some how repay Mike for his contribution to my success and though Mike says that I'm repaying him by losing the weight and being consistent, still I feel like giving him more. Mike plays no games. He's there to make you make you better. Not only do he guide us in the aerobics class, he also teaches us the names of all of our muscles and why it's important to keep them strong. Mike is never absent nor late. You better believe he is there waiting. I joined his class May 1, 2019 and I dare not miss a day. I look forward to seeing Mike as if it was payday. He constantly reminds us all that it's not to late for u to care about you. I feel so blessed to be apart of his aerobic class. Thank you from the bottom of my heart Mike. We all love you so much.

Your success story

To Whom it May Concern,
My name is Valerie and I am a 63yr. old women living with various health issues such as diabetes, high blood pressure, and osteoarthritis just to name a few. Since the time I've attended water aerobic classes with Mike Garrett their has been an improvement with my health issues.
Mike portrays the ability to encourage and enhance one's capabilities far and beyond their wildest dreams. I look forward to attending water aerobic classes (3) times a week because I have gathered evidence that it works. I wish we also had weekend and evening classes.

Thank You Mike,

For your Professional Skills, Time, and Community Service

I was invited by a former employee of mine. She was so excited about the trainer Mike Garrett and the physical results her doctor saw from her tests. I was curious so I went the next day. I immediately was taken by Mike's professionalism, knowledge of the body, muscles and bones. He is committed to help train us to take the best care of our bodies everyday.
I appreciate Mike serving in a spirit of excellence!

I have been coming to JFK and taking the water aroebics class with Mike Garrett for 3 years
Mike is a awesome instructor he gives us details on what muscles we work and the benefits of excercise.
He always stress we should continue to do the stretches at home.
Mike always look out for us seniors.
Mike also has been a Blessing to me these last 3 going 4 years and I am feeling healthy and have been eating the right foods.
I do not know what I would do without this excercise class in the water it is so beneficial to my back and knee problems.
I look forward to all three classes every week.
I am and will always be thankful to Mike sharing his knowledge of how to keep our body healthy and strong in our senior years.

JFK Senior Water Aerobics class is super successful because of the instructor Mike Garrett. He has a passion for his profession and it is shown in the results of his students. It was suggested
by my physician to have a knee replacement, instead I decided to try water aerobics. Mike is very much in tune with his class and he is committed to his students physical wellbeing. He explains every exercise and the reason why you are doing specific movements. I encourage others to join you will not regret the success.

I am 82 years old and have been in Mike's Senior Aquatic Class for the past two years. After retiring I didn't want to stay home and get old, so I joined the class. I can't say I received personal attention but he certainly made me feel comfortable in class. I never learned to swim but I was comfortable in the water. I have not only noticed my weight has gone down but that I am walking straighter. That is the best feeling ever!! He makes us feel like we are the most skilled team members around, gently pushing us to go beyond out comfort zone. Mike is such a great teacher.

I started attending water aerobics after going to physical therapy for a month for sciatica. The physical therapy lasted for as long as the therapy session lasted. After attending the water therapy classes with Mike I immediately felt a difference! Mike loves what he does and it shows. I attend all three days and each day is a different focus. Mikes classes do for me what physical therapy did not! I highly recommend Mike. You can't go wrong with Mike. Not only is he a great trainer but he's also a great teacher explaining and teaching us about what we are doing and why, explaining what muscles we are using and what exercises we should do at home. When you do something that you love it's not a job which is evident with Mike in how he treats us and works with us. Again, I highly recommend Mike Garrett‼️