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March 2007 The Riviera azette G Upcoming Events March 1 3&4 8 9 10 11-13 15 16 17 22-25 23 28 29 29 30 31 RWGA Interclub Invitational Tennis Member-Guest Riviera Art Show Pre-Teen Challenge Golf Club Championship Semifinal RWGA Parrots in the Palms Ladies’ Day Luncheon Casino Royale Club Championship Final Match World Golf Championship at Doral Family Friday Drive-In Movie Men’s Interclub at LaGorce Riviera Guest Day Trivia Challenge & Dinner Dine & Dance Friday McCormick Cup Breakfast Shotgun April 1 4 7 8 10, 12, 17 13 19-21 24 25 26 Mr. & Mrs. Golf Tournament Ballroom Dance Classes begin Riviera Masters Easter Day Buffet & Easter Egg Hunt RWGA Championship The OAK Club meets Men's Member-Guest Tournament RWGA Spring Luncheon Administrative Professional’s Day Riviera Guest Day May 6 7 8, 15 13 18 18 20 24 24 26-28 27 28 Croquet on the Lawn Course closed for Aerification RWGA Best Ball Twosome Mother's Day Buffet Dine & Dance Friday Family Friday, Pool Bash Annual Father & Son Tournament Riviera Guest Day Texas Hold 'Em Poker Tournament Memorial Weekend Stableford Memorial Day Mixed Golf Event Memorial Day Celebration Dates and Events are Subject to Change! From the President Fellow Members, Rules, by-laws, policies. 1155 Blue Road Coral Gables, FL 33146 Important Club Phone Numbers Main Fax Golf Tennis Fitness Center 661-5331 669-9029 661-GOLF 661-5334 665-8979 Every private club in America has them and Riviera is no exception. Most inquiries we receive from Members relate somehow to a rule or policy of the Club. An important Board initiative this year will be to undertake a full review of our By-laws and House Rules. By-law amendments require a vote of the membership. Actions relating to House rules and general policy require a majority vote of the Board. Why does it make sense to undertake such a review at this time? First and foremost, Riviera Country Club must exist and operate by and for its Members. The rules are in place to protect our privileges as members of a private club. Indeed, membership is a privilege – not an entitlement – and each of us enjoys such privileges by virtue of having become a member at the invitation of another. Club Extensions Roberta Annis, Catering Director . . . .260 Mark Daley, Executive Chef . . . . . . . .233 Jean Pierre Decrequy, Food and Beverage Director . . . . . . . .244 Jim Heacock, Director of Tennis . . . . .352 Frances La Pointe, Asst Controller . . .247 Mary C. Marion, Executive Secretary/ Office Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .223 Mirelio Marzo, Building Supt. . . . . . .270 Clinton Maybery, Banquets . . . . . . . . .334 Lee Naccarato, Athletic Director . . . .243 Chris Napieralski, Director of Golf . . .252 Karina Pastora, Member Billing . . . . .257 Danny Pella, Controller . . . . . . . . . . .250 Elisa Swaebe, Membership/ Social Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .245 Eric von Hofen, Dir of Agronomy . . . .341 Michael Vrooman, Banquet Manager .334 Visit Our Website www.rivieracc.com for information on special events, exercise classes, children’s programs, Golf, Tennis, Bridge, Sponsorship Information, and more. Riviera has been judged a five-star Platinum Club since 1999. Page 2 The rules also exist for the benefit and enjoyment of all Members. When our handful of rules are not properly followed and enforced, inequities arise and governance begins to become problematic. For the most part, Riviera rules and policies are straightforward, sensible, fair and in keeping with principles that distinguish us as a private club. No doubt each of us has probably experienced an inconvenience relating to a rule – an inconvenience that probably would not exist in a non-private organization. I would encourage all of us to become familiar with and stay current on the rules. If you have questions or input, by all means contact myself or any member of the Board of Governors. We will continue to communicate on rule changes and proposed By-law amendments throughout the year. Sincerely, Patrick McGrath III President Riviera Cancellation Policy Reservations for Club functions will be taken, and tables assigned, based on the date and time the reservation is made. You will be able to cancel your reservations up to 72 hours before the event; after that, you will be charged the full amount for your reservation, unless we can fill your table. Receptionists will confirm your reservation two to three days before the function. This policy includes, but is not limited to, Easter Sunday Buffet, Mother's Day Buffet, Thanksgiving Dinner, Brunch with Santa, and Christmas Dinner. www.rivieracc.com Riviera Gazette Ladies’ Day Luncheon Thursday, March 15, 2007 Kenneth W. Goodman, Ph.D. Co-Director, University of Miami Ethics Program Contemporary ethical issues are superb sources of academic debate and political controversy. From stem cell research and end-of-life care to computer surveillance and services for people with disabilities, these controversies enliven and inform the fabric of discourse in democratic society. This means that citizenship requires familiarity with many of these issues. Kenneth Goodman, Director of the University of Miami's Bioethics Program and Codirector of its overarching Ethics Programs, will share perspectives on a number of contemporary issues with the goal of stimulating discussion and debate. $18.00 per person OAK Club For our Members 21 to 40 something! Friday, April 13, 2007 6:00-8:00 P.M. Join us for a Fabulous 50's Theme Party. Enjoy the beautiful Miami weather outside on the Terrace and enter the raffle to win two tickets to our 4th of July Celebration. Half price cocktails 6:00-7:00 P.M. Easter Sunday Buffet Sunday, April 8, 2007 Three Seatings 11:00 A.M. 2:30 P.M. 5:30 P.M. Adults $40.00 Children $15.00 R.S.V.P. 305-661-5331 Easter Egg Hunt – EXACTLY 1:00 P.M. Easter Bunny in the Pavilion – 10:30 A.M.-2:45 P.M. Mom & Dad, don't forget to bring your camera! May Reminders Croquet on the Lawn Sunday, May 6, 2007 5:00 P.M. Join us for our very first Croquet on the Lawn! Champagne, cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, food stations, music al fresco, all dressed in white. Dine & Dance Friday, March 30 Friday, May 18 Your favorite trio, Swing City, performs your favorite dance classics. Choose from a special selection of entrees expertly prepared by Executive Chef Mark Daley. 6:30-10:30 P.M. Salon & Candlelight Terrace Room Dinner served til 9:00 P.M. / Dancing til 10:30 P.M. Mother’s Day Buffet Sunday, May 13, 2007 Three Seatings: 11:00 A.M. • 2:30 P.M. • 5:30 P.M. Adults $40.00 / Children $15.00 Call for reservations 305-661-5331 Texas Hold 'Em Poker Tournament Wednesday, May 24, 2007 Administrative Professional's Day Wednesday, April 25, 2007 11:30 A.M.-2:30 P.M. Invite your staff to the Riviera Country Club and treat them to an elegant buffet and delightful piano music. $25.00 per person R.S.V.P. 305-661-5331 March 2007 New York Deli Style Buffet Prizes $175 to participate R.S.V.P. 305-661-5331 Limited to 33 players Memorial Day Celebration Monday, May 28, 2007 11:00 A.M.-3:00 P.M. Join us at the Riviera for complimentary hot dogs and beer www.rivieracc.com Page 3 Membership Survey Hours Very shortly, a Riviera Country Club survey will be mailed to the membership. Many Members have suggested that we conduct a survey and the Board of Governors has determined that it would be appropriate to do so. Your input is most important. Please be on the lookout for the survey in the near future. Your individual responses will be kept confidential. Thank you in advance for your participation. Swimming Pool Welcome New Members Christopher & Jennifer Green Jordan & Helen Schwartz Daily 10:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M. Poolside Café & Pool Terrace Bar Fridays Poolside Café – 3:00-6:00 P.M. Poolside Terrace Bar – 5:00-8:00 P.M. Saturdays Poolside Café – 11:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M. Poolside Terrace Bar – 4:00-8:00 P.M. Sundays and Holidays Poolside Café – 11:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M. Poolside Terrace Bar – NO SERVICE Albert & Andria Hanley Alexander & Carolina Azcueta Trivia Challenge Returns to Riviera MARK YOUR CALENDAR! Thursday, March 29, 2007 Thursday, June 7, 2007 Thursday, September 20, 2007 Come and play in a casual and fun atmosphere Organize your own table of six friends or allow us to put a table together for you Fabulous Fridays in the Living Room upstairs with live piano music 6:00-8:00 P.M. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres Riviera on-line Some of our Members have forgotten to give us an e-mail address or to call when it has changed. Please log on to www.rivieracc.com, go to the directory, and check your information to see if it is correct. Also, do not forget to let us know of any new additions to the family, phone numbers, home and business addresses. If you need to make changes or additions and need assistance, call Elisa Swaebe, Membership Director at 305-661-5531 or e-mail eswaebe@rivieracc.org. Log on to www.rivieracc.com for information on: Special Events • Exercise Classes Children’s Programs • Golf & Tennis Bridge • Sponsorship Information, etc. In Memory Your evening will include dinner at 7:00 P.M., followed by "The Trivia Challenge" Prizes! William O'Connell $35.00 per person (Attire: Country club casual) We extend our condolences to his family and friends. R.S.V.P. 305-661-5331 Page 4 www.rivieracc.com Riviera Gazette Bridge Highlights by Cheryl Livesay Duplicate Bridge Club Mondays and Thursdays 1:00 P.M. Candlelight Terrace Room Directors: Lynda Shourds and Georgette King Coffee, Tea, and Cookies will be served $6.00 Per Person January Master Point Winners Duane Banks Margo Banks Joan Bradford Edwin Brownell Pat Cox Yvonne Culbertson Joellyn Drechsel Esther Ehlert Maida Farrar Allison Freeland Liz Gallagher Bea Garner Daisy Lou Gaskill Susan George Sally Hartenstein Edna Hernandez Mary Huston John Hicks Sally Imber Jean Jannach Jean Jenkins Pat Keon Jody Ledford Beth Lotspeich Cheryl Livesay Marianne Montoro Natalia Mora Loli Rainey Shirley Rogers Cristy Rosado Bob Smith Martin Spalding Ruthie Tart Vann Thomson Maria Ullrich Herb Vogelsang Peggy Vogelsang Reggie Weissler Chuck Wheeler Hallie Yanno ACBL International Fund Game Winners December 4 North/South Pat Cox and Susie Christie Marianne Montoro and Jane Barry Edna Hernandez and Gloria Mendia Bea Garner and Joan Bradford Martin Spalding and Chuck Wheeler East/West Bob Smith and John Hicks Sally Hartenstein and Joellyn Drechsel Jean Jenkins and Pat Sullivan Loli Rainey and Adela Batista Hallie Yanno and Cheryl Livesay January 4 North/South John Hicks and Georgette King Sally Hartenstein and Susan George East/West Duane Banks and Margo Banks Maida Farrar and Cheryl Livesay January 8 North/South Sally Hartenstein and Joellyn Drechsel Natalia Mora and Cecilia D'costa Shirley Rogers and Edna Hernandez Yvonne Culbertson and Shirley Joseph Bea Garner and Joan Bradford Duane Banks and Margo Banks Daisy Lou Gaskill and Esther Ehlert East/West Maria Ullrich and Loli Rainey Sally Imber and Pat Keon Bob Smith and John Hicks Vann Thomson and Jean Jannach Herb Vogelsang and Peggy Vogelsang Jean Jenkins and Pat Sullivan January 11 North/South Joan Bradford and Bea Garner Edna Hernandez and Sylvia Mendez-Capote Natalia Mora and Cecilia D'costa Yvonne Culbertson and Joan Mayer East/West Cheryl Livesay and Georgette King John Hicks and Bob Smith Cristy Rosado and Ruthie Tart Reggie Weissler and Pat Cox Al Holtmann and Carol Holtmann January 15 North/South Duane Banks and Margo Banks Yvonne Culbertson and Shirley Joseph Shirley Rogers and Edna Hernandez Natalia Mora and Cecilia D'costa Allison Freeland and Cristy Rosado East/West Loli Rainey and Lynda Shourds Jody Ledford and Ted Spak Joellyn Drechsel and Sally Hartenstein Liz Gallagher and Susan George Ed Brownell and Norma Abbott Jean Jannach and Vann Thomson January 22 North/South Chuck Wheeler and Martin Spalding Pat Cox and Susie Christie Natalia Mora and Cecilia D'costa Edna Hernandez and Shirley Rogers Duane Banks and Margo Banks East/West Peggy Vogelsang and Herb Vogelsang Loli Rainey and Sylvia Mendez-Capote Jody Ledford and Ted Spak Joellyn Drechsel and Sally Hartenstein Bob Smith and John Hicks Marianne Montoro and Jane Barry January 25 North/South Cheryl Livesay and Maida Farrar Bea Garner and Joan Bradford Bob Smith and John Hicks Cristy Rosado and Allison Freeland East/West Jeanie Bellamy and Pat Cox Betty Kallan and Cecilia D' Costa Margo Banks and Duane Banks January 29 North/South Natalia Mora and Cecilia D'costa January 18 Gloria Mendia and Alina Lasa Sally Hartenstein and Joellyn Drechsel Edna Hernandez and Sylvia Mendez-Capote Marianne Montoro and Jane Barry Joan Bradford and Bea Garner Natalia Mora and David Kunstler Duane Banks and Margo Banks Loli Rainey and Lynda Shourds Yvonne Culbertson and Shirley Joseph Bob Smith and John Hicks Liz Gallagher and Susan George Yvonne Culbertson and Joan Mayer East/West Maida Farrar and Cheryl Livesay Jody Ledford and Ted Spak Cristy Rosado and Ruthie Tart John Hicks and John Bennett Esther Ehlert and Daisy Lou Gaskill Ed Brownell and Maida Farrar Mary Huston and Beth Lotspeich Joellyn Drechsel and Sally Hartenstein Riviera Spring Bridge Party Monday, April 16, 2007 Complimentary Cocktails 11:30 A.M.-12:00 P.M. Lunch Served 12:00 P.M. Bridge Play 1:00 P.M. Favors – Door Prizes Duplicate Bridge – Pairs Social Bridge – Foursomes R.S.V.P. with Club Receptionist Bridge Committee Kids’ Events Cheryl Livesay – Chairperson Joan Bradford Ginny Davison Dale Dowlen Maida Farrar Allison Freeland Liz Gallagher Bea Garner Sally Hartenstein Natalia Mora Loli Rainey Sarah Woods Hallie Yanno PRE-TEEN CHALLENGE (10-14 years) March 9th 5:30-7:30 P.M. Pool Organized Pool Games FAMILY FRIDAY Drive-In Movie Night Congratulations to the winners of the Texas Hold 'Em Poker Tournament EASTER EVENTS Sunday, April 8th Easter Bunny and Bunny Patch in the Pavilion First Place John Knowles 2,000 house points 10:30 A.M.-2:45 P.M. Second Place Orosman Rodriguez 600 house points Easter Egg Hunt starts EXACTLY at 1:00 pm Children 5 and Up – on the driving range Children 4 and under – Chipping Green Third Place Gary Lynn Chaffin Four tickets to Riviera's New Year's Eve Gala Page 6 Friday, March 23rd 6:30 P.M. Bring your blankets and chairs for seating on the Driving Range. We will supply the snacks! Movie to be announced. Bring your cameras! www.rivieracc.com RivIera Gazette R.W.G.A. By Lee Ann Palomo Our second major tournament of the year, The Triple Tournament, was held in January. Congratulations to the three winners of this three-day event. In class A, Ann Rubinoff took first place, in Class B, Maria Urbina came in first, and in Class C, Melody Eckhart was the winner. RWGA Triple Trophy Tournament Winners The Twin Tournament was held in February. With a best ball of the twosome, match play tournament, this is always a fun event to play. The winners will be announced in next month's newsletter. Last month, RWGA members also enjoyed a wonderful round of 9-holes, followed by lunch and an informative and interactive Rules Seminar. Golf Pro Kevin Carlson helped us decipher the "not-so-straightforward" rules of golf. We all were happy to learn Rule 28 about an "unplayable lie." No, this does not mean if a ball seems unplayable, kick it and then lie about it. It does, however, state that a person may deem his ball unplayable at any place on the course, except when the ball is in a water hazard. Personally, I think a one-stroke penalty stroke is much better than trying to hit a ball out of the sand five times. Ann Rubinoff Finally, we are all looking forward to Parrots in the Palms, our Member-Guest event to be held March 11, 12, and 13. Gail Gregg and her committee are working hard to make this a memorable tournament. Maria Urbina Gail Gregg, Pennie Mase, and Occu Schumann Melody Eckhart Joyce Stevens and Patti Otero March 2007 www.rivieracc.com Page 7 Junior Club Championship Results Saturday, February 10, 2007 18 Hole Boys 1st James Field jr. 2nd Christopher Ingham 3rd Taylor Chaffin *won playoff / 1st hole 78* 78 83 18 Hole Girls 1st Elisa Murai 2nd Caroline Herald 3rd Jennifer Villa 3rd Marie McGrath *won playoff / scorecard 80 92 93* 93 9 Hole Boys 1st Anthony Infante 2nd Teddy Murphy 3rd Alberto Rodriguez 42 56 60 9 Hole Girls 1st Alix Hamilton 2nd Elisabeth Robelo 3rd Sophia Butnaru 68 76 77 5 Hole Boys & Girls 1st Louis Hamilton 2nd Michael Robelo 3rd Victor Beauchamp 26 32 33 Jennifer Villa and Lydia Pulver James Field 2007 Boys Jr. Club Champion Lucas McCormick, Charlie Grande, Brad McCormick Elisa Murai 2007 Girls Jr. Club Champion Teddy Murphy, Alberto Pardo, Wendell Pfeffer Christian Olazabal, Nico Butnaru, Louis Hamilton, Bryan Battle Page 8 www.rivieracc.com Sofia Butnaru, Alix Hamilton, Elisabeth Robelo RivIera Gazette Two Amigos Results January 20, 2007 1st Place Aris Angelo Gene Martinez 2nd Place Al Cueto Tom Williamson Pepe Sanchez and Tom Gerspacher 3rd Place Arnoldo Robelo Bradford Devine George Kakouris Bob Baer and Jose Aragon Chuck Martinez and Lon Dowlen Ray Kayal and Frank Vilar Roger Trombino and Victor Henriques Bill Alexander and Gary Gregory Earl Oman and Andres Angulo Juan Prado and Joe Greenberg Mario Trueba and Peter Phillips Scott McNary and Pepe Ortega March 2007 www.rivieracc.com Page 9 Suggestions Suggestions for future events, topics for our Ladies’ Day Luncheons, and dance classes are always welcome. Call Elisa Swaebe at 305-661-5331 or email: eswaebe@rivieracc.org. Reminder Please remember that private instructors – including, but not limited to tennis instructors, golf instructors, bridge instructors, and personal trainers – may not be brought into Riviera Country Club. Did You Know? Junior Members are children of a sponsoring Riviera Member, must be at least 18 years of age if married, or 21 years of age if unmarried and, in any event, not more than 29 years of age. A son or daughter of a Member may use the facilities and sign on their parents' account until such time as they are out of college or age 25, whichever comes first. At age 25, they must be sponsored for membership. If thirty or older, they must be nominated as an Associate Member. A Junior Member has all the social, golf, and tennis privileges of the Club to which the Junior Member's sponsoring parent is entitled. Cell Phone Etiquette While we do not have an official rule about cell phone usage at Riviera Country Club, we would like to remind everyone of our etiquette standard. • First, change the ring to vibrate mode. If your phone does not have this feature, go to the lowest volume. • If you receive a call while in the Clubhouse, please return the call at a later time, move to a landline Club telephone, or excuse yourself from your guests and take the conversation out of the room. • While on the golf course, tennis courts, driving range, fitness center, or pool area, please follow the same courtesies and move your conversation so as not to disturb others. Riviera is for the enjoyment of all the Members, and each of us should make every effort to enjoy them together. Thank you for your consideration. Cristina’s Corner By Cristina Aguirre It is March and we at the Pro Shop know what that means…March Madness Sale! You, too, know what this means. Great merchandise at great prices! The sale starts on March 16th and ends March 18th. You can't miss it . . . we will be under our regular tent spot outside the Pro Shop. Make sure to stop by and check out the fabulous deals. March also means that spring is in full bloom and we have some fantastic apparel to match the new season! These are a few things to look for: Women's 1. Tehama makes a spring debut with a collection called Lunch at the Club. The name says it all. Great colors in moisture wicking fabrics and classic fit. 2. Tail Tech is ready to put you in action. Their tech collection, made up of lifestyle capris, jackets, and shorts in classic navy and green, is sure to be a big hit. 3. Trigelle returns again this month with another great embroidered group. This time, the colors are khaki and red mixed with browns. There is also a fun interchangeable belt to match! 4. Tail tennis keeps us classic again with a group called Cool Whites. Tanks, zip shirts, and skirts in white with a tiny touch of silver. This is sure to keep you cool on the court! 5. Lacoste for kids has a few new styles, including cute tanks for girls and swim trunks for boys. Men's 1. Polo goes back to basics BUT with a new twist. You will find very colorful shorts in orange and yellow. 2. Bobby Jones finally comes back in the spring with a very elegant color palette that can easily crossover to the summer/early fall season. Please look for the postcard that will go out regarding our Spring Sale and make sure to stop by that weekend for some great bargains! Congratulations! Hole-In-One 2007 Riviera Golf Guest Days • Golf Member may bring up to three guests • Two-day advance tee times • The six months of May through October – guests play for cart fee only • The six months of November through April – guests play for cart fee plus reduced $55 guest fee Page 10 www.rivieracc.com Mr. James Field Hole #14 Sunday, February 4th RivIera Gazette Tennis Love Doubles Jose Iparraguirre Alfredo Montero and Nancy Hector (runners-up), Ben Battle and Michele Battle (winners), Judy Welsh and Roy Gonas (runners-up) Love Doubles Tournament Participants Maria Iparraguirre Steve and Michele Waters Sweets! March 2007 www.rivieracc.com Page 11 TENNIS PLAZA CUP National USTA Tournament Boys 14 & Under Riviera Country Club was recently host to a national tennis event, the Tennis Plaza Cup. Contestants from Florida, North Carolina, Alabama, Pennsylvania, Georgia, and New York were present. Many Riviera Members turned out to watch some of the finest young men compete. Riviera kids served as ball persons. By Jean Pierre Decrequy, Director of Food & Beverage "Springtime…Nature's mystic beauty of gracious moments in man's dream. The soul of season's winds singing symphonies of flying spirits. Wakening she pleases, peacefully lives within the rhythm of nature's grace." JPD 12-06 There is more than poetry as food for the soul…there is Food and Beverage providing simple pleasures of daily life… Winner Michael Rinaldi of Palm City, Florida, son of former touring pro Kathy Rinaldi What's up with the Food and Beverage Department? In this competitive market, thoughts crossed my mind in terms of our current products, services, practices, and future concepts, and how to deliver it all over time… Runner-up Gene Tioutine of Pembroke Pines, Florida Score was 6-4, 2-6, 6-3 Riviera kids were the ballpersons Food and Beverage Report Breakfast of Champions! Update for the past four months: • Roberta Annis has been hired as our new Catering Director • Michael Vrooman is our new Banquet Manager, promoted from the Grille Room • Food and Beverage Suggestion Card program implemented • Six new house wines are available • Happy Hour weekly "Cocktails and Martinis" specials • New menus in progress • Sanitation and cleaning program implemented • Quality Assurance: EcoSure Food Safety Program in progress • Sanitation staff training in progress • Operation development in progress • Sundowners enhanced with a solo classical guitarist • Upcoming Italian wine tasting being planned • More to come… After School Tennis Junior Clinic Future tennis star – Christian Olazabal Ballboys Alberto Pardo and Harry Tafur Pee Wee Monday-Thursday • 3:15-4:00 P.M. Junior Monday-Friday • 4:00-5:00 P.M. Advanced Monday-Friday • 5:00-6:30 P.M. Call the Tennis Pro Shop to make your reservations – 305-661-5334 Riviera Members enjoying the competition Page 12 www.rivieracc.com RivIera Gazette Flatten your Abs By Lee Naccarato, M.S. Athletic Director The "belly pooch" is a top problem for many women. Since females tend to carry more body fat than males, it is extremely difficult for women to achieve the "six pack" abs you see on fitness competitors and professional athletes. However, it is possible to trim your tummy with the right types of exercise. Although it is true that you cannot spot reduce one area, decreasing your overall body fat will help flatten your abdominals, since you generally shrink fat all over your body, including the abdomen. One of the best ways to burn fat is with high intensity cardio exercise like aerobics, kickboxing, or running. These types of workouts torch calories and raise your metabolism to help burn fat and calories. Eventually, as you continue to drop body fat, you will whittle your waistline too. Ideally, you should strive for four to five cardio sessions a week, each lasting for 30-60 minutes. To really burn optimal calories, make sure the workouts are at least moderately intense. Another important component of toning your abdominals is core conditioning and abdominal strength exercises. As your body fat decreases, your abdominal muscles will start to show. By working on your core, which includes your abdomen, you will have a stronger, tighter tummy to display. Two of the best abdominal toners are Pilates and stability ball exercises. Pilates movements focus heavily on your core, with slow and controlled movements. Stability ball exercises help strengthen the abs beyond traditional sit ups, because the ball allows for greater range of motion for your abdominal muscles. The unstable platform also makes your ab muscles work harder and in different ways. You should plan for two to three abdominal strength training workouts each week. Like any other muscle group, most experts suggest that you give your abs a day of rest in between workouts. Particularly if it is a tough, all abs program, take a 24-hour break to rest. Finally, keep in mind that your diet plays a big part in how you will look, so stick to a healthy diet to help you get that tight and toned tummy you want! Riviera Fitness Schedule (Please see the website for possible changes to the March fitness schedule.) TIME Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 6:15 A.M. Indoor Cycling w/ Arturo BodyPump w/ Stacy Indoor Cycling w/ Judy BodyPump w/ Stacy Indoor Cycling w/ Arturo Saturday 7:15 A.M. 8:00 A.M. Rock Solid w/ Terra Rock Solid w/ Mary Rock Solid w/ Terra Hydracuatica w/ Ana 8:15 A.M. Yoga w/ Adrienne Hydracuatica w/ Ana Cycle & Sculpt w/ Cynthia (9:15-10:30 A.M.) 9:00 A.M. Circuit Blast w/ Bonnie Circuit Blast w/ Bonnie 10:00 A.M. Step, Sculpt, Stretch w/ Mona Step, Sculpt, Stretch w/ Mona 4:15 P.M. Sit & Get Fit w/ Mona Sit & Get Fit w/ Mona 5:00 P.M. Yoga w/ Paul R. 6:15 P.M. Mat Pilates w/ Louis Cycle & Sculpt w/ Cynthia (9:15-10:30 A.M.) Yoga w/ Julia 4:00 P.M. March 2007 Yoga w/ Paul Sit & Get Fit w/ Mona Yoga w/ Paul Yoga w/ Paul R. (6:00 P.M.) www.rivieracc.com Mat Pilates w/ Louis Page 13 4 5 Sundowners on the Terrace, 5:30-9:30 P.M. 25 Sundowners on the Terrace, 5:30-9:30 P.M. Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M. 26 Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M. 19 Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M. Sundowners on the Terrace, 5:30-9:30 P.M. 18 RWGA Parrots in the Palms Member-Guest Tournament 12 Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M. Monday RWGA Parrots in the Palms Member-Guest Tournament 11 Sundowners on the Terrace, 5:30-9:30 P.M. Tennis Member-Guest Sunday 13 6 27 20 RWGA Parrots in the Palms Member-Guest Tournament Tuesday 7 • Golf, call 661-GOLF • Tennis, call 661-5334 • Dinner Reservations, call 661-5331 Men's Five-Way Interclub Final at LaGorce 28 21 14 Wednesday M A RC H 2 0 0 7 1 29 Grille Room Hours of Operation: Breakfast: Daily 7:00-11:00 A.M. Lunch: Daily 11:00 A.M.-3:00 P.M. Dine & Dance Sunday Dinner: Sundowners on the Terrace 5:30-9:30P.M. 9 2 23 16 Saturday 3 17 31 24 Swimming Pool: Daily 10:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M. Poolside Terrace Bar: Friday 5:00-8:00 P.M. Saturday 4:00-8:00 P.M. Men’s Tennis Doubles, 9:00 A.M. Men’s Tennis Doubles, 9:00 A.M. Men’s Tennis Doubles, 9:00 A.M. McCormick Cup Breakfast Shotgun Men’s Tennis Doubles, 9:00 A.M. Men's Club Championship Final Match 10 Men's Club Championship Semi-Final Matches Men’s Tennis Doubles, 9:00 A.M. Tennis Member/Guest Poolside Cafe: Friday 3:00-6:00 P.M. Saturday 11:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M. Sundays & Holidays 11:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M. 30 Family Friday Drive-In Movie Fabulous Friday, Hunt Lounge upstairs, 6:00-8:00 P.M. Music in the Grille Room, 6:30-9:30 P.M. Casino Royale Pre-Teen Challenge Fabulous Friday, Hunt Lounge upstairs, 6:00-8:00 P.M. Music in the Grille Room, 6:30-9:30 P.M. Fabulous Friday, Hunt Lounge upstairs, 6:00-8:00 P.M. Music in the Grille Room, 6:30-9:30 P.M. Friday Dinner: Wednesday-Saturday 5:30-9:30 P.M. Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M. Trivia Challenge Riviera Guest Day Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M. 22 Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M. Ladies’ Day Luncheon 15 Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M 23rd Annual Riviera Art Show 8 Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M. RWGA Interclub Invitational Thursday 1 15 2 30 Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M. 23 Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M. 16 Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M. 9 Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M. Monday Sundowners on the Terrace, 5:30-9:30 P.M. Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M. 29 Sundowners on the Terrace, 5:30-9:30 P.M. 22 Sundowners on the Terrace, 5:30-9:30 P.M. Easter Day Buffet & Easter Egg Hunt 8 Sundowners on the Terrace, 5:30-9:30 P.M. Mr. & Mrs. Golf Tournament Sunday 3 24 17 10 RWGA Spring Luncheon RWGA Championship RWGA Championship Tuesday APRIL 2007 25 18 11 4 • Golf, call 661-GOLF • Tennis, call 661-5334 • Dinner Reservations, call 661-5331 Ballroom Dance Class, 7:00-9:00 P.M. Administrative Professional’s Day Ballroom Dance Class, 7:00-9:00 P.M. Ballroom Dance Class, 7:00-9:00 P.M. Ballroom Dance Class begins, 7:00-9:00 P.M. Wednesday 5 Grille Room Hours of Operation: Breakfast: Daily 7:00-11:00 A.M. Lunch: Daily 11:00 A.M.-3:00 P.M. 6 Sunday Dinner: Sundowners on the Terrace 5:30-9:30P.M. Swimming Pool: Daily 10:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M. Poolside Terrace Bar: Friday 5:00-8:00 P.M. Saturday 4:00-8:00 P.M. Men’s Tennis Doubles, 9:00 A.M. 28 Men’s Tennis Doubles, 9:00 A.M. 21 Men's Member-Guest Tournament Men’s Tennis Doubles, 9:00 A.M. 14 Men’s Tennis Doubles, 9:00 A.M. 7 Saturday Riviera Masters Poolside Cafe: Friday 3:00-6:00 P.M. Saturday 11:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M. Sundays & Holidays 11:00 A.M.-6:00 P.M. Fabulous Friday, Hunt Lounge upstairs, 6:00-8:00 P.M. Music in the Grille Room, 6:30-9:30 P.M. 27 20 Men's MemberGuest Tournament Fabulous Friday, Hunt Lounge upstairs, 6:00-8:00 P.M. Music in the Grille Room, 6:30-9:30 P.M. 13 OAK Club meets Fabulous Friday, Hunt Lounge upstairs, 6:00-8:00 P.M. Music in the Grille Room, 6:30-9:30 P.M. Fabulous Friday, Hunt Lounge upstairs, 6:00-8:00 P.M. Music in the Grille Room, 6:30-9:30 P.M. Friday Dinner: Wednesday-Saturday 5:30-9:30 P.M. Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M. Riviera Guest Day 26 Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M. Men's Member-Guest Tournament 19 Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M. RWGA Championship 12 Duplicate Bridge, 1:00 P.M. Thursday Teen Winter Dance The Winter Teen Dance was the first teen dance at Riviera Country Club since the 1960s. Special thanks to Marie McGrath and Christopher Ingham who worked closely with Athletic Director Lee Naccarato to plan the event. Our RCC teens danced to their favorite music, provided by DJ Jazz, munched on fun snacks, and mingled with their friends. Watch your emails and the Riviera Gazette for news of the next Teen event. The Riviera Country Club 1155 Blue Road Coral Gables, Florida 33146 PRE-SORTED FIRST-CLASS MAIL U.S. POSTAGE PAID MIAMI, FLORIDA PERMIT NO. 516