The Pulse - Greenwood Athletic and Tennis Club

The Pulse
w w w. g re e nw o o da t h l e t ic c l u b. c o m
Summer 2007
The Best Part of Your Day
Back Pain: The Fear of Moving by Sara Talbert pg. 7
Camp Greenwood 2007 is here! pg. 8
Fitness is a Family Affair by Vic Spatola pg. 12
Understanding the “Segmented Swing” by Ron Steege pg. 14
BOOT CAMP 2007
WE WANT YOU!
For Summer “07” Boot Camp
July 23 - August 24
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Summer 2007
Table of Contents
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT .......................................... 3
P-NOTE ........................................................ 4
MEMBER SERVICES ............................................ 5
PILATES ........................................................ 6
GROUP EXERCISE .............................................. 7
CONCIERGE .................................................... 7
CAMP GREENWOOD ............................................ 8
YOUTH PROGRAMS ........................................8 & 9
AQUATICS ..............................................10 & 11
GREENWOOD TIGER SHARKS ................................11
PERSONAL TRAINING ........................................ 12
NUTRITION .................................................. 13
TENNIS .............................................. 14 & 15
ASK THE EXPERT ............................................ 16
TEAM MEMBERS .............................................. 16
ANNIVERSARIES .............................................. 17
DIRECTORY/HOURS ..........................................18
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www.greenwoodathleticclub.com
Thank you
to the following members for referring
a new member during February, March or April.
February 2007
Brodie Hall
Dan Ruparel
Mary Fleming
Helga Garrett
Maria Ferlic
Arlene Stein
Queenie Town
Stephanie Evans
Jeremy Ewing
Jackie Millet
Todd Hauer
Karen Wilson
Debbie Zeid
Theresa Newton
Monica Brisnehan
Susan Cohen
March 2007
Jill Henry
Kristi Garner
Michael Burg
Jan Hammerman
Kristi Garner
Mel Weiner
Caroline Junkin
Jeanine Murphy
Brad Calbert
Lisa Trochman
Mike Meany
Beth Kirke
Ryan Hurley
Patty Cook
Maegen Hoffman
Keon Truth
Maura Peterson
Paul Mikulecky
Mike Iseman
Sangeeta Guha
Becky Lenz
Peter Llorente
Tim Kelly
Dan Daugherty
Craig Henderson
Dan Daugherty
John Prop
Joe Deba
William Schneider
Jim Alton
Yedida Rudawsky
Dirk Tinley
Andrew Youngs
Greg Mandel
Barb Vander Wall
Jeff Silver
Phyllis Johnston
Lynn Barlow
Ryan Hurley
Marianne Hootstein
Christian Schneebeck
April 2007
Sonja Wieck
Shelley Harwell
Sue Rossman
George Solich
Penny Malloy
Steve Alonzi
Robert Walker
Steven Bye
Mark Shaner
Mark Quam
Christopher Demarche
Rosalina Diecidue
Jim Wallace
Karrie Dunkin
Joe Bellio
Member SPOTlight!
Jessyca Wilson
I just recently moved to Englewood, Colorado from
Thief River Falls, a small town in Northwestern
Minnesota. I am further pursuing my college education
with an ultimate goal of obtaining my PhD and
working as a psychologist.
After leading a very unhealthy and sedentary lifestyle,
I realized that it was time for me to seek a healthier
way of life. When I toured GAC, I felt very comfortable
and all the staff was extremely welcoming. I began
personal training with Kelly Deveraux three times
weekly and she has been a great inspiration to me.
After gaining some strength and stamina, I decided to
try boxing. I now train weekly with boxing instructor
Kelly Kimsey.
I enjoy walking, rollerblading, boxing and weight
training. With a lot of help from my two wonderful
trainers, I have progressed more than I thought
possible and am hoping to soon join the tennis club
and begin taking tennis lessons. Joining GAC has been
one of the best decisions I have made for myself.
Jessica Wilson
GAC Member since January 2007
Personal trainer, Kelly Devereux admires Jessica’s level
of commitment. “Jessica is one of the most determined
and dedicated individuals I have ever met! Her
willingness to do whatever is required to reach her
goals should be an inspiration to everyone. She is
relentless in how consistent she is toward exercise. She
has the best attitude and does everything with a
smile!”
Trainer and Jessica’s boxing instructor, Kelly Kimsey
says, “Jessica is willing to try and do anything new.
She started training with me for boxing and now
practices on her own at least once a week, plus
meeting with me. She now is picking up Tennis. Who
knows what she’ll try next?!”
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P-Note
RUNNING STRONG
Greenwood Athletic and Tennis Club members Sharon O’Connor and
James Huber know about dedication and determination. As ER doctors
they have both gone through extensive training and education to
achieve their goal. The focus and drive required to fulfill that
commitment shows in other areas of their lives, especially when it comes
to their own health and lifestyle. Both triathletes and marathon runners,
Sharon and James wanted an indoor facility that would help them
continue their training year-round. Living only one mile from the club,
it was a perfect fit so on October 8, 1986, Sharon and James joined
Greenwood Athletic Club and became member #24, now holding the
honor of being GAC’s third longest active members.
Sharon was an avid marathon runner for many years
winning the Denver and Steamboat marathons and
placing second in the Honolulu marathon. Upon joining
GAC she participated in group exercise classes to add
variety to her running program. Currently Sharon
participates in EnergyZone® classes and loves spinning.
She takes Barbara’s spin class and says “Barbara
inspires me. She is the most enthusiastic, upbeat,
cheerleader. Sometimes she even brings me to tears. She is one of the
neatest women I know…I just love her.” Unfortunately Sharon doesn’t
get to run as much these days due to four ankle surgeries. She credits
the club and many staff members for helping her through the pain and
stress of recovery. “I worked with Katie in Physiotherapy Associates. I
trained with Oyvind in a cast and on crutches. I hate that anaerobic
feeling I get lifting weights and couldn’t have done it without him.”
Sharon now uses the club six to seven times per week along with her
husband James, son Kevin who is a varsity baseball player at Cherry
Creek high school and has also trained with GAC Personal Trainer Oyvind
Gulbrandsen, and daughter Carnie who is now in college.
James is also a marathon runner and triathlete. He has suffered from
chronic injuries and is now in rehab from a back fusion. He hasn’t been
using the club as often due to his injuries but James says “I appreciate
the club. It’s a wonderful place.”
Sharon adds “It’s a beautiful facility. The staff is incredibly friendly; the
club is very welcoming and feels like home away from home”.
Thank you Sharon and James for 20 years of dedication to GAC and more
importantly for your dedication to your health and for being an
inspiration to your fellow GAC members.
THE TALL TIMBERS AWARD
Every year the Greenwood Village Chamber of Commerce holds a
competition called The Tall Timbers Award to honor an outstanding local
business, its management, and its employees. The Award recipient is
recognized as a leader in its industry and as a role model in the
community. Greenwood Athletic and Tennis Club was awarded as one of
the three finalists in this years competition.
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GOOD-BYE’S AND CONGRATS
Please join me in bidding Molly Kemmer, former Greenwood Athletic and
Tennis Club Assistant General Manager farewell. Molly started as a
Membership Representative at GAC nearly six years ago. She was soon
promoted to Director of Member Services and continued in that position
until her promotion to AGM in July of 2003. Molly has taken a position
as the General Manager of a new club in Cherry Creek. Congratulations
Molly and best of luck with your new endeavor!
So the story goes, when one door closes another one
opens. We didn’t have to look far to fill portions of
Molly’s position. It is with great pleasure that I
announce Barbara Lubbers promotion to Greenwood
Athletic and Tennis Club’s new Vice President of Club
Services. Barbara has been involved in various areas of
the fitness industry since 1984. From instructor, Front
Desk Manager, and Assistant Athletic Director at the International
Athletic Clubs to instructor and Director of Group Exercise here at GAC,
she has the knowledge and skill set to help elevate the level of service
we provide to you, our members to great heights! Barbara has been a
familiar face at Greenwood for 16 years and according to her “Greenwood
feels like my second home, and our staff….my second family”. Barbara
is married to Steve who is also a professional in the fitness industry and
is the proud mom of 23 year old son, Travis. An avid reader, Barbara
belongs to a book club and in her off hours, cherishes time spent with
friends, loves being outdoors and enjoys 4-wheeling with her husband
and son. Congratulations Barbara!
MEMBER ADVISORY COMMITTEE RETIREES
Greenwood Athletic and Tennis Club would like to thank Brandon Melton,
Brian Thompson, Juliet Hubbell, Kendra Alcock and Tom Manoogian for
their devotion and dedication to GAC. Each of these outstanding
members served a two-year term on our Member Advisory Committee
volunteering countless hours to help us improve the level of service we
offer to our members. Thank you for helping us make Greenwood the
“Best Part of Your Day”!
Alumni Member Advisory Committee members from left to right: Brian
Thompson, Juliet Hubbell, Kendra Alcock and Brandon Melton. Not
pictured Tom Manoogian.
Member Services
Lisa Thomas
Director of Member Services
303.770.2582 x284
lisat@greenwoodathleticclub.com
BLOOD SCREENING
Learn about your overall health through blood screenings. Six tests
are available, measuring cholesterol, blood sugar levels, mineral
levels, diabetes and cardiac risk markers, and other important
elements (10 – 12 hour FAST advised).
DATES:
ADDITIONAL HALF LOCKERS AVAILABLE IN MEN’S
LOCKER ROOM
Fifteen additional half lockers are now available for rental in the
men’s locker room. This locker size is very popular and once rented,
rarely becomes available. The cost of these lockers is $30/month, or
save 10% by paying for a year in advance. Gentlemen…don’t drag
your feet, or your belongings, any longer. Call Lisa at x284 and sign
up for your personal locker today.
CARDIOVASCULAR SCREENING
Would you like to be able to detect the presence of coronary artery
disease or cardiac arrhythmia? If so, we can help. The CardioVision
MS-2000, a clinically proven, FDA-approved medical device that
produces an Arterial Stiffness Index (ASI) as a factor for early
cardiovascular disease detection, will be at GAC. This non-invasive
device is used to identify hardening of the arteries and plaque
development by measuring the elasticity of the arteries, which
correlates with blockage. Contact Lisa at x284 for more information
or book your appointment at the Activity Desk.
DATE:
TIMES:
LOCATION:
COST:
LOCATION:
COST:
Wednesday, July 4, 6:00 - 9:30am
Wednesday, August 1, 6:00 - 9:30am
Wednesday, September 5, 6:00 - 9:30am
GAC Lobby
$48 Regular Blood Work (cholesterol,
minerals)
$27 CBC (white and red blood cell count)
$55 PSA (prostate screening)
$56 Hgb A1C (diabetes screening)
$72 Cardio CRP (cardiac risk marker)
$94 Homocysteine (cardiac risk marker)
BONE DENSITY / OSTEOPOROSIS SCREENING &
BODY COMPOSITION TESTING
To find out your most accurate body fat levels or to benchmark your
bone health, sign up for a DEXA screening. DEXA, the same
equipment used in hospitals, provides a three-component model:
lean tissue, body fat, and bone mass.
DATE:
LOCATION:
COST:
Monday, September 10
Mobile lab at GAC
$119 for single test
$149 for both tests
Monday, September 17
6:00am - 1:30pm, 3:00 - 6:30pm
GAC Lobby
$90
RESTING METABOLIC RATE TESTING
Life Measure Labs will be performing Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR)
Testing at GAC. What is RMR? Your RMR tells you how many calories
your unique body needs just to maintain your muscles and internal
organs. When you add daily activity and lifestyle along with exercise,
you can determine your energy zones. Learn how much you need to
eat to lose, gain, or just maintain your weight. Contact Lisa at x284
for more information or book your appointment with the Activity
Desk staff.
DATE:
LOCATION:
COST:
Monday, September 10
Mobile Lab at GAC
$99
RACQUETBALL AND SQUASH FLEX LEAGUES
Come and be a part of GAC’s Racquetball or Squash Flex Leagues.
Meet a new player each week, play a match, and turn in your score.
A tournament will be played at the end of each session. See flyer for
details and sign up at the Activity Desk.
ADULT DROP IN BASKETBALL
This program is provided free of charge to GAC members. Please
show up at the appropriate time and be ready to play and have fun!
DAYS/TIMES:
Mondays – Fridays, 11:15am - 1:15pm
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 5:45am - 7:15am
Saturdays & Sundays, early morning
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Pilates
Sara Talbert,
Director of Pilates
303.770.2582 x375
sarat@greenwoodathleticclub.com
BACK PAIN: THE FEAR OF MOVING
Overexertion and stress are the usual culprits that spark the flare-ups
in our backs. One too many spinning classes, mixed in with sitting
at our desk for hours at a time can create the monster in your back.
When this happens, we are usually drawn to the horizontal position,
afraid to move. It is the fear of moving that keeps us immobilized
and exasperates the pain.
A growing body of evidence suggests that the pain in our backs may
be affected by muscles of the core (those that go from the abs to the
hip flexors) and those running down our back side, the posterior
chain. The core muscles are like your antigravity muscles. They assist
in every movement from sprinting and jumping to sitting and
sanding. They stabilize your spine, anchoring it to your pelvis and
holding it upright. The strength of your core muscles are directly
reflected in your posture!
INSTRUCTOR SPOTLIGHT: LORI MAKKAI
B.S., Exercise Science and Fitness Programming. Lori
has over 15 years experience in the fitness industry
as a personal trainer and group exercise instructor.
She learned extensive rehabilitation techniques as
an athletic trainer for a division one collegiate
program and was introduced to the Pilates method while researching
solutions for clients with special considerations such as joint and
back pain. Recognizing the invaluable benefits of Pilates, Lori
decided to enhance her education and obtain a certification in the
Pilates method.
Lori is Peak Pilates Certified, and studied under Colleen Glenn, cofounder of the PMA and Master Trainer for Peak. Her future
educational plans include the Master's Program at the Pilates Center.
Lori enjoys skiing, sand volleyball, windsurfing and golf. She is
married to Adam, an Investment Advisor and Finance Instructor for
Regis University. They have one son, Marcus, three years old, and
hoping for more children soon!
The good news is that Pilates can help ease your back pain, if not
take it away all together. Pilates will help you develop a “corset” of
strength unlike any other form of exercise. Pilates works the core
and targets the muscles that are the common suspects causing pain.
The back-healing power of Pilates extends beyond stretching and
strengthening of muscles; it forces you to be active in the
management of your pain. Pilates calls on your attention to the
neglected muscles so that you can walk, run, play golf, and ski again
without the fear of pain to follow.
If you do experience chronic back pain, stop by our Pilates studio
and talk to one of our Certified Pilates Instructors. We can show you
the five best exercises for easing back pain targeted around your
hamstrings, hips, gluteals, back, and of course your abdominal
muscles. Like any exercise program, it takes repetition to create
change. We recommend that you participate in Pilates at least twice
a week, starting with private lessons. Mat classes are an excellent
choice, however, if you are in pain, it would be beneficial to work
one on one with an instructor so that your program is individualized
to meet your needs and to protect you from incorrect movement
patterns.
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AT GREENWOOD ATHLETIC AND TENNIS CLUB
20% off
One Private Session
* Expires September 15, 2007. Good for first time clients and private session only.
Group Exercise
Concierge
FROM GREENWOOD VILLAGE, COLORADO
HERE IS THE TOP 10 LIST OF REASONS WHY
YOU SHOULD TRY A GROUP EXERCISE CLASS
THIS SUMMER...
Nancy McCloskey,
Concierge
303.770.2582 x335
nancem@greenwoodathleticclub.com
10. Learn how to exercise properly, safely and effectively.
9. Enjoy great camaraderie in a social atmosphere.
8. Improve your fitness level and see results.
7. Whatever time of day you choose... you’ll have a set appointment
with an instructor. No putting it off!
6. Find it non-intimidating, even if you are a new member or
exercise novice.
5. Gain stress relief and a feeling of well-being.
4. Experience variety in your workouts with so many different
classes to choose from.
3. Get a little endorphin high.
2. Feel a sense of achievement and confidence.
And the number 1 reason to try a Group X class…
A HUGE thank you goes out to all the members who participated
in the first Greenwood Athletic and Tennis Club Business Fair in
May. Your support of the project was incredible and we hope to run
another fair later this year.
Remember that all GAC vendors greatly appreciate your support.
There are many unique and eclectic items offered by our vendors
in the Conference Room. Your continued patronage is appreciated.
Please check the weekly FYI flyers and the website for updated
information on special events in the Conference Room.
CPR CERTIFICATION CLASSES
DATES:
Forget you are working out because you are having so much fun!!
(If you do attend a class for the first time, come a few minutes early
and introduce yourself to the instructor. If you need help selecting
a class, or have any questions about our classes, give Barbara x317
a call. She’d love to introduce you to her passion… group exercise
classes!)
Thursday, June 28
Tuesday, July 24
Thursday, August 23
TIMES:
2:00-5:30pm or 5:30-9:00pm
COST:
$27 Member/$32 Non-Member
FOXFIELD TRAVEL INC.
Samiah Ahmad
Owner/Manager
foxfieldtravel@comcast.net
303.680.5955
Your personal full service travel agency.
Complete travel planning for
Greenwood Village and the surrounding areas.
• Cruises and Tours
• Destination Weddings
• Honeymoon Packages
• Exotic
Vacation Getaways
• Domestic and
International Travel
Providing the same great service to GAC members for over 7 years!
Luxury Vacation Expert at a great value.
EUROPE, HAWAII, MEXICO, CARIBBEAN,
LAS VEGAS just to name a few.
FOXFIELD TRAVEL INC.
10000 Vacation Coupon $10000
$
This coupon entitles you to $100.00 off your next trip of seven nights
or longer based on double occupancy. This offer is exclusive to new
bookings, and cannot be redeemed for cash. This offer expires
September 15, 2007.
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Camp Greenwood
Julie Phillips,
Kids’ Club and Camp Greenwood Manager
Youth Programs
303.770.2582 x287
juliep@greenwoodathleticclub.com
CAMP GREENWOOD 2007
JUNE 11-AUGUST 17
Summer camp at Greenwood Athletic and Tennis Club is “the place”
for your kids to be this summer! Our camp offers your child the
opportunity to become acquainted with a variety of gym games, arts &
crafts, swimming, and FIELD TRIPS, in a safe and caring environment.
Each week we will have a theme day that will coincide with special
activities. Camp Greenwood offers swimming and tennis lessons, lunch,
daily open swim, one field trip per week, and FUN! We will take field
trips all over the Denver Metro area! We create memories
that last.
SUMMER CAMPS STREET FEST (ages 5-18)
Street Fest is a week long hip hop workshop with Mike and his crew.
The dancers will have an hour with Mike, an hour with Mike’s crew,
and an hour of rehearsal time each day, Monday-Friday. Friday night
will feature a performance. The price includes a dance costume for
the final performance and a snack each day. Dancers will be
separated by age.
DATES:
DAYS/TIME:
COST:
June 25-29
Monday-Friday, 1:30-4:30pm
$225 Member/$275 Non-Member
BASKETBALL TAO BASKETBALL CAMP
Come join Brian Howard and his staff of experienced coaches as they
give instruction on basketball fundamentals through basketball
stations, skill contests, and team games. Each camper will receive
individual and group instruction and will be given a skill assessment at
the end of camp.
Session Dates: July 16-19, July 23-26
AGES/TIMES:
7-10 years, 9:00-11:00am
11-13 years, 1:30-3:30pm
$200 Member/$240 Non-Member
AGES:
5-12 years
DATES:
Mondays-Fridays, June 11-August 17
COST:
TIMES:
Pre-camp, 8:00-9:00am
IN-LINE SKATE CAMP (ages 6-10)
Camp, 9:00am-3:00pm
After-camp, 3:00-6:00pm
CAMP COST:
Daily, $55 Member/$65 Non-Member
Weekly, $210 Member/$250 Non-Member
Your skater will improve his or her skating ability through close
instruction focusing on balance, proper forward and backward skating
techniques, turning, crossovers, and much more! They will also have
a good time!
Session Dates: July 16-20, July 23-27
5 Weeks, $900 Member/$1080 Non-Member
DAYS/TIME:
COST:
Monday-Friday, 8:00-10:00am
$109 Member/$139 Non-Member
10 Weeks, $1450 Member/$1740 Non-Member
BIRTHDAY PARTIES
PRE-CAMP COST:
Daily, $5 Member/$7 Non-Member
AFTER-CAMP COST:
Daily, $15 Member/$17 Non-Member
TENNIS LESSONS:
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 10:30-11:00am
Let Greenwood do the party for you. Celebrate your child’s birthday with
age-appropriate games and activities. We offer a variety of fun, safe and
unique party plans. For more information contact Julie at 303-770-2582
x287 or juliep@greenwoodathleticclub.com.
$24 Member/$34 Non-Member
CHEERLEADING: GIVE ME A G-A-C! (ages 5-10)
*There is a 10% family discount for each additional registered child
from the same family for Camp Greenwood.
Julie Phillips was a 4-year member of Colorado State University’s All
Girl Cheerleading Squad. She now coaches the 2006 state runner up,
Broomfield High School Cheerleading Squad. This program introduces
the basic skills of cheerleading including cheers, tumbling, and
stunting. Price includes a set of pom-poms for the final performance.
Session Dates: June 25-July 16, July 23-August 13, August 20September 10
*Children who are not part of a family membership at the time of
registration will be registered at our Non-Member rates.
DAY/TIME:
COST:
SWIM LESSONS:
Mondays & Wednesdays, 1:00-1:30pm
$24 Member/$34 Non-Member
*A 25% non-refundable deposit is due at the time of registration.
Regarding our staff requirements…
All of our staff must meet the requirements set forth by the state as we
are a licensed facility through the State of Colorado. Thorough
background checks are processed through the CBI/FBI. All staff are
fingerprinted and checked against the Central Child Abuse Registry. We
call and confirm all references. Each staff person must have verifiable
information. Each counselor is CPR certified, Pediatric First Aid
certified, First Aid and Universal Blood Precautions certified. Our
summer camp counselors are the best!
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Youth Programs
Mondays, 4:00-5:00pm
$75 Member/$95 Non-Member
Youth Programs
BRIAN HOWARD’S BASKETBALL ACADEMY FOR BOYS
AND GIRLS (ages 11-14)
This year-round academy is for the youth basketball player,
featuring games, drills, and periodical skills testing. Players will be
introduced to “next level” moves. Each class will have game
situations, giving participants the chance to learn real game skills.
A course uniform can be purchased from Coach Brian on the first
day of class for $20.
Session Dates: August 7-28, September 4-25
DAY/TIME:
COST:
Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30pm
$109 Member/$160 Non-Member
LITTLE SHOOTERS BASKETBALL
This program will introduce your child to the basic fundamentals of
basketball through games, drills, and skill testing. Each child will
receive awards based on attendance, attitude, and demonstration of
basic skills.
Session Dates: August 7-28, September 4-25
AGES/TIMES: 6-7 years, Tuesdays, 4:15-5:15pm
8-10 years, Tuesdays, 5:15-6:15p
COST:
$89 Member/$150 Non-Member
LITTLE HOOPSTERS BASKETBALL (ages 4-5)
Your child will learn at an early age to participate in sports as part of
a healthy and active lifestyle. All classes must reach a minimum of
five participants.
Session Dates: August 7-28, September 4-25
DAY/TIME:
COST:
Tuesdays, 3:45-4:15pm
$70 Member/$100 Non-Member
MEET RACHAEL ASHLEY
Rachael Ashley has been teaching dance to children
and adults of all ages for 15 years. She graduated from
the University of Arizona with a Bachelor of Fine Arts
Degree in Dance, and is currently a professional modern
dancer. She is trained in jazz, ballet, tap, hip hop and
modern styles of dance. Rachael has danced in different
companies such as the Cleo Parker Robinson Dance Ensemble for five
years and has studied dance in France, Italy and New York. She just
finished a national tour as a solo dancer.
JAZZ
Rachael will introduce your child to the basic techniques and styles of
jazz.
Session Dates: June 28-July 19, July 26-August 16, August 23September 13
AGES:
7-10 years
11-14 years
DAYS/TIMES: Thursdays, 5:00-6:00pm Thursdays, 6:30-7:30pm
COST:
$75 Member/$95 Non-Member
CREATIVE MOVEMENTS (ages 4-6)
Rachael will introduce the kids to basic movement and rhythm and
also some beginning ballet terms and steps.
Session Dates: June 28-July 19, July 26-August 16, August 23September 13
DAY/TIME:
COST:
Thursdays, 4:00-4:45pm
$75 Member/$95 Non-Member
TAE KWON DO
Mike Schultz is a 2nd degree black with over fifteen years of combined
Tae Kwon Do experience, including over eight years of teaching. Mike’s
program will help students in aspects of life such as increased
confidence and self-esteem, coordination, attention span and improved
grades, weight loss, and much more!
Session Dates: June 27-July 20, July 25-August 17, August 22September 14
AGES/TIMES: 5-7 years: Wednesdays, 6:00-6:45pm
Fridays, 5:05-5:50pm
8-13 years: Wednesdays, 6:45-7:30pm
Fridays, 4:15-5:00pm
COST:
$75 Member/$105 Non-Member (1 class/week)
$95 Member/$150 No- Member (2 classes/week)
WOMEN’S SELF DEFENSE SEMINAR WITH MASTER
BRETT HART
This three hour self-defense seminar has been designed for you and
your family to learn and understand the defense mechanisms and
techniques required to ensure your safety in the event of a street
attack or home invasion. No price change with early registration.
DATE/TIME:
AGES:
COST:
Saturday, July 14, 11:00am-2:30pm
12 years and up
Mother/Daughter Package:
$150 Member/$165 Non-Member
Individual: $90 Member/$105 Non-Member
OKINAWAN KARATE - NOW WITH A CLASS FOR
YOUNGER KIDS!
Shuri-ltasu is a style of traditional Karate from Okinawa that combines
hard, rigid techniques with soft, circular blocks. Great for self-defense
and for building confidence and focus, especially for students ages 510. The class reinforces nine goals of conduct to complete class
structure. Classes are taught by Master Brett Hart, a national sparring
champion and 7th degree black belt. Sessions run per calendar month.
Session Dates: July 2-July 28, July 30–August 25, August
27–September 22
AGES:
5-10 years
11 years and older
DAYS/TIMES: Mondays, 5:30-6:15pm
Mondays, 6:30-8:00pm
Saturdays 11:30am-1:00pm
COST:
$79 Member/134 Non-Member (1 class per week)
$119 Member/$180 Non-Member (2 classes per week)
PARENTS NIGHT OUT
Drop your kids off at Greenwood Athletic and Tennis Club for a night
of fun for everyone! The kids will have a great time swimming, dancing,
and playing, and you can have a night all to yourself. Dinner is
provided.
DATES:
TIME:
COST:
Fridays, July 20, August 17, September 21
5:00-10:00pm
$30 Member/$50 Non-Member (1 child)
$40 Member/$60 Non-Member (family of 2 kids)
$60 Member/ $80 Non-Member (family of 3 kids)
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Aquatics
Nancy Tomb,
Aquatics Coordinator
303.770.2582 x325
nancyt@greenwoodathleticclub.com
WHY STAY DRY?
It’s that time of year again – I can already smell the sunscreen!
Coming from someone who has spent every summer since birth at
a pool, I cannot help but feel a sense of joy seeing the pools up and
running. From the time I was twelve years old, the pools of
Greenwood Athletic and Tennis Club have been a sanctuary of sorts
for me. When I was younger, it provided me with a great way to
keep in shape and practice something I loved. In college, it was a
place to teach children safety skills and hopefully a passion for the
water. Now it is my home and I spend more time at the pool than
anywhere else. I cannot believe how lucky I am! I now watch people
using the pool for quality time with their families, serious workout,
or a calm end to a day. Try something new this summer and dive in!
TEEN POOL NIGHTS (ages 12+)
Is your teen looking for something fun to do? How about a night at
the pool with your friends? Come join our lifeguards for a night of
food, fun, and swimming. Pool float will be in the pool.
DATES/TIME: July 17, August 11, 6:00-9:00pm
COST:
$15 Member/$25 Non-Member
POOL NIGHT IN (ages 5-12)
Like our Parents Night Out...food and fun! We will offer pool games,
pool toys, and swimming in the dark at the outside pool. There will
be a lifeguard on duty and the slide will be open.
DATES/TIME: July 17, August 11, 6:00-9:00pm
COST:
$30 Member/$50 Non-Member (1 child)
$40 Member/$60 Non-Member (family of 2 kids)
$60 Member/ $80 Non-Member (family of 3 kids)
BEAT THE HEAT SWIM-A-THON
Swim-A-Thon will be a great way to break up the old summer
workout routine and maintain a good tan! For two weeks, the
Aquatics Coordinator will keep track of your laps and mileage. Swim,
run, or walk 25 meters in the pool without stopping. Each
participant will get a swim cap at the end. The top man, woman, boy
and girl will win a special prize and get their name on the pool
bulletin board. This is a great way to show off the swimming skills
that you have practiced all summer long.
DATES:
COST:
August 6-August 19
$20 Member/$30 Non-Member (1 person)
$35 Member/$45 Non-Member (a couple)
$40 Member/$60 Non-Member (family of 4)
PRIVATE LESSONS
Private lessons are available for all ages and all abilities and are
arranged through Nancy Tomb, GAC Aquatics Coordinator, at x325 or
nancyt@greenwoodathleticclub.com. All lesson participants are
matched up with a professional, credentialed instructor.
COST:
10
$30 Member (30 minutes)
$36 Non-Member (30 minutes)
ADULT SWIM CLASSES
In our adult learn-to-swim classes, we teach a natural progression
of strokes and confidence in the water. These small group lessons
provide a comfortable atmosphere in which to learn. Our adult
lessons are divided into two different groups: Adult Beginning -no prior swimming or stroke experience, and Stroke Development - additional stroke work needed. Please contact Adult Lesson
Coordinator, Cama Jo Totura, at x253 for more information.
Session Dates: July 2-July 23, July 30-August 20, August 27September 24 (no class on Labor Day)
DAY/TIMES: Adult Beginning
Mondays, 9:00-10:00am
Stroke Development Mondays, 8:00-9:00am
COST:
$60 Member/$80 Non-Member (per session)
SWIM AMERICA (ages 3+ years)
There are 10 stations (levels) within the program. They begin with
blowing bubbles and finish with the completion of a 300IM. Safety,
instruction, fitness, and fun are the goals we strive for in our
lessons. We offer all levels at all times. Each lesson is 28 minutes
long.
TIMES:
Morning class times
M, T, W, Th
10:45 or 11:15am
Evening class times
Mondays
3:30, 4:00 or 4:30pm
Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:00 or 5:30pm
COST:
Per calendar month
4 classes: $50 Members/$69 Non-Member
8 classes: $100 Member/$120 Non-Member
In August we offer only two weeks of Swim America. In September
our lesson schedule changes back to the Fall lesson schedule.
Please check the website for time changes.
PARENT/TOT LESSONS (ages 8 months-3 years)
Parents are taught how to work in the water with their child, with
an emphasis on safety and fun.
DAY/TIMES: July 9-30
Mondays, 11:00-11:30am
August 6-27
Mondays, 11:00-11:30am
August 10-September 1 Mondays, 5:00-5:30pm
COST:
$36 Member/$52 Non-Member (per session)
POOL CLUB
This summer, Greenwood Athletic and Tennis Club is offering a
great new way for your kids to enjoy themselves out by the pool.
Drop your kids off at the pool while you go workout or have some
time to yourself at the club! While at the pool, your kids will be
supervised by a lifeguard who will provide fun pool activities for
them to do.
DAYS/TIME:
AGES:
COST:
Monday – Friday, 11:00am – 3:00pm
6-13 years
$9.00 per child, per 2 hours Member
$11.00 per child, per 2 hours Non-Member
Greenwood Tiger Sharks
SWIM CONDITIONING (ages 11-18)
GREENWOOD TIGER SHARKS
Want to gain strength and conditioning through swimming? This
group does NOT compete. Coach Robin Holland combines training
with stroke technique in a low-key atmosphere.
Session Dates: September 4 – October 11
The Greenwood Tiger Sharks is a competitive USA swimming program that offers
coaching for all levels of swimmers. The Tiger Sharks have had a very successful
long course season. We are really excited to see the improvements the swimmers
have made in stroke technique and times throughout the year. As we wind up
the long course season, we will have swimmers competing at both state and
national level competitions and expect the swimmers to continue to improve.
DAYS/TIME: Tuesday & Thursday, 7:00-8:15pm
COST:
$105 Member/$156 Non-Member (per session)
STROKE SCHOOL (ages 6-13)
This 45 minute class focuses on further stroke development and
provides a transition into Swim Conditioning and the Tiger Sharks
swim team. Swimmers should be able to swim one length of
freestyle and one length of backstroke.
DAYS/TIMES: Tuesdays
4:00-4:45pm
Wednesdays
4:00-4:45pm
Thursdays
4:00-4:45pm
Thursdays
5:00-5:45pm
Saturdays
10:00-10:45am
COST:
$45 Member/$60 Non-Member (per session)
There are no Wednesday or Saturday classes through August. They
will return in September.
GAC MULTI-SPORT TRAINING FOR TRIATHLETES
Calling all cyclists, runners, and swimmers! This program is coached
by endurance athlete, 7-time ironman competitor, Masters swim
coach, cycling instructor, and personal trainer, Dennis Mellon. This
program will prepare anyone for triathlon distances of sprint
through ironman (monthly). Registration is due at the beginning
of each month.
Mondays:
6:00-7:00am
7:00-8:00am
Tri-specific Masters swim workout
Run drills during base period, run
intervals during build period
Tuesdays:
6:00-8:00am
Long run
Wednesdays: 6:00-7:00am
Tri-specific Masters swim workout
7:00-8:00am
Cycling drills-base period; cycling
intervals-build period
Thursdays: 6:00-8:00am
Long bike
Fridays:
6:30-7:00am
High intensity swim intervals
7:00-7:30am
High intensity bike intervals
7:30–8:15am
High intensity run intervals
COST:
$200 Members/$300 Non-Members (monthly)
Many Greenwood Athletic Club members participate in neighborhood summer
league swim programs. As summer league wraps up, we would like to invite
these parents and swimmers to explore the benefits of year round swimming
and the advantages of working with USA swim coaches. Swimming is a sport
that requires a continual commitment but will result in a lifetime of enjoyment
in the water.
The Tiger Sharks coaching staff’s philosophy is:
• To promote high self-esteem, the value of hard work, and good
sportsmanship.
• To provide the best possible instruction, training, and competition for
each individual.
• To motivate swimmers to achieve the most from their efforts – not by
being the best, but by trying their best.
• To encourage swimmers to love the sport of swimming and embrace the
sport as a life-long activity.
The program encourages interested athletes to join at any time by contacting
one of the two coaches. Stop by the GTS office, or call 303.770.2582 x350 for
Scott or x407 for Evan.
For practice times and more information, visit www.greenwoodathleticclub.com
under the Programs and Services and find a link on the GTS page. Here you can
also download a copy of our team handbook.
Feel free to contact the coaching staff by email:
Head Coach, Scott Cummins – scottc@greenwoodathleticclub.com
Head Age Group Coach, Evan Welting – evanw@greenwoodathleticclub.com
MID-MORNING TRI TRAINING
This program focuses on sprint distance triathlons and first time
triathletes. This program will prepare you for a sprint distance
triathlon up to an Olympic distance triathlon. This program runs by
calendar month.
Registration is due at the beginning of each month.
DAYS/TIMES: Mondays
COST:
9:30–10:15am
run training
10:15-11:00am
swimming
Wednesdays 9:30–10:15am
bike training
10:15-11:00am
run training
Fridays
9:30-10:15am
bike training
10:15- 11:00am
swim training
$175 Member/$275 Non-Member (per session)
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Personal Training
Vic Spatola,
Personal Training Coordinator
303.770.2582 x339
vics@greenwoodathleticclub.com
FITNESS IS A FAMILY AFFAIR!
Each day we see growing statistics on childhood and adult obesity
rates. We see reality shows about individuals having to lose weight
just to stay alive! The proliferation of technological amenities in our
lives has made it increasingly more convenient to do less work
manually and to burn fewer calories than we have in the past.
WOMEN’S TENNIS CONDITIONING
Want to add more speed and power behind your returns? Want to
look better playing tennis? Personal trainer Brittany Baudoin will
help you:
• Improve speed, footwork and agility
• Improve core strength and endurance
• Help prevent injuries
DATES:
DAY/TIME::
COST:
July 10, 17, 24, 31
Tuesdays, 9:30-10:30am
$90 Member/$120 Non-Member (before July 9)
$120 Member/$150 Non-Member (after July 9)
For more information on this program, contact Vic at x339.
So what do we do? Those of us with kids know how hectic our
schedules are becoming and what little time we have to spend with
our children. So, why not take time to exercise with your children?
This doesn’t mean take your nine year old into the weight room with
you, it means find a sport or activity that your children find
interesting and schedule one hour with them pursuing that activity.
It could be as simple as shooting baskets with your children or
bicycling for an hour. Doing either one of those activities in a
moderately paced fashion can burn hundreds of calories in an hour,
not to mention spending quality time with the most important
investment in your life; your child!
We take for granted that simple activities such as playing sports,
cycling and simply jogging can be beneficial, both as a great form
of exercise and very rewarding as a parent. These activities may not
replace your normal workout in the gym, but they will add an
additional caloric burn to your routine. Subsequently, your time with
your child will form healthy patterns of exercise and fond memories.
To combat childhood obesity, it is our job as parents to teach our
kids that exercise is enjoyable and not a chore by finding activities
they enjoy.
Doing joint events like a family race (such as the Fitness Festival in
September) or a family based program are great ways to get some
exercise and put in some family time. At GAC we have group exercise
classes like Hip Hop, Spinning, Kickboxing and Yoga, which you can
do with your child if they are at least nine years old. Upcoming
pay-extra programs like Okinawan Karate, Beat the Heat Swim-athon, and Parent Tot swim lessons are great ways to burn extra
calories while having fun with the kids. This summer take your kids
out and have fun while you work toward attaining the body you have
always wanted!
TEEN BOXING (ages 13-17)
This program helps teens develop basic boxing skills while providing
a great workout. Boxing specialist Clayton Hardee works with teens
to enhance their coordination and agility as they learn the basics of
boxing without actually sparring. Clayton also uses boxing
conditioning drills (jump rope, calisthenics, and plyometrics, etc.) to
improve stamina. For more information on this program, contact Vic
at x339. (three weeks).
START DATE:
DAYS:
TIMES:
COST:
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June 11
Mondays and Wednesdays
3:30-4:30pm, ages 13-17
4:30-5:30pm, ages 12-14
$70 Member/$90 Non-Member
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Nutrition Services
Beth Jauquet,
Registered Dietitian
303.770.2582 x320
bethj@greenwoodathleticclub.com
GLYCEMIC INDEX: KEY TO WEIGHT LOSS SUCCESS
OR JUST A FAD?
The Glycemic Index was created more than 20 years ago as a
method for ranking the effect that different carbohydrates have
on the body. The idea is that foods that are high Glycemic Index
will cause a greater increase in blood sugar levels while lower GI
foods will create a lesser increase. Advocates of the Glycemic
Index claim that by avoiding high GI foods like bread, potatoes,
bananas, and carrots you may not only lose weight, but you may
also improve your blood sugar, cholesterol, and energy levels. So
the question is, are these claims true? Is the Glycemic Index the
key to weight loss?
Unfortunately, at this time research does not support the claim
that eating a low GI diet will aid in weight loss, blood sugar
regulation, or appetite control.
Although it is true that consistently elevated blood sugar levels
can cause many problems including difficulty with weight
management, research shows no direct correlation between
carbohydrate content of a specific food and the body’s insulin
response. Also, it has been found that blood sugar levels peak at
about the same time regardless of whether the carbohydrate
source is ranked as high or low on the Glycemic Index. In addition
to these discrepancies the Glycemic Index has numerous other
flaws which decrease its validity.
First, the Glycemic Index of an individual food item can vary
depending on ripeness, how it is cooked, and even how it is
prepared. Second, the way that a carbohydrate food effects sugar
levels not only changes from person to person, but can also vary
in the same person from day to day. Foods eaten alone will cause
a different response from foods eaten with meals, as will foods
eaten earlier in the day as opposed to later. Finally, the Glycemic
Index can not be used to guide your nutrition choices as some
healthy foods like fruits are high GI while some sodas and candy
bars are low GI.
The bottom line is that although the Glycemic Index may be a
tool for meal and menu planning it is not an effective tool for
weight loss, appetite suppression, or blood sugar regulation. Fad
diets will come and go, but balanced nutrition and consistent
exercise is still the gold standard for weight management. For
more information on healthy nutrition and meal planning contact
Beth Jauquet, RD at x320.
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Tennis
Ron Steege,
Director of Tennis
303.770.2582 x394
rons@greenwoodathleticclub.com
UNDERSTANDING “THE SEGMENTED SWING”
By Ron Steege
Sounds impressive doesn’t it? Truth of the matter is that this simple
technical concept could be the answer to many of your tactical
problems. Every day I hear people say things such as “I play better
against people who put pace on the ball, my approach shots always go
long, I have trouble with big hitters or if I try to attack a slow serve my
ball seems to fly!”
All of the above problems are related and if you understand and can
apply some of what I’m about to tell you, the impact on your game
could be huge! The best explanation that I’ve heard on the segmented
swing came from an Aussie friend of mine named Brett Hobden. Years
ago he developed a teaching method called “System 5” which divides
various aspects of the game into five phases or keys. Space here doesn’t
allow for an in depth look, but basically what it comes down to is this;
knowing where you are on the court and reading the type of ball you are
about to receive determines the proper method you should use to send
the ball back.
The problem with many club players is that they tend to see all shots
coming at them through the same rose colored glasses. What’s important
to realize is that tennis is a game in which conditions are constantly
changing. To determine the best response for a given situation you must
first be able to identify various characteristics of the ball you are
receiving, such as the speed, spin and the depth of the ball. To adapt
to these changing conditions it is necessary to adjust the size or length
of your backswing along with a corresponding follow-through.
To understand the concept of the “Segmented Swing” divide the
backswing and the follow through each into five equal segments starting
from the point of contact. In other words, think of where you contact
the ball as point zero and divide your swing going back into five equal
segments. Your full backswing is number five. Do the same with your
follow-through until you finish over your shoulder and consider this as
a five. You now have two numbers to identify the proper length of your
backswing and follow-through for various shots in a given situation.
Now let’s consider what you would need to do to return a fast serve. The
biggest mistake made in this situation is that the player attempts to do
a full five backswing and five follow-through as fast as they possibly can
with little chance for success. The proper way to return a fast serve is
to reduce the size of your backswing to a two and work with the pace
provided by your opponent. The next step is to add the control part of
your swing which is the follow through. In this case the follow through
should be a swing length of three or four. In another example, when
hitting an approach it’s easy to send the ball long because you are
working from a short court and are usually on the move. In this case a
two/five swing would be appropriate. Since you are moving there is
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natural momentum and very little need for a long backswing, so in this
situation a backswing of two segments would do the job. To get the ball
to drop in front of the baseline, a five segment follow-through will
provide the spin and control you need.
To learn how to apply the “Segmented Swing” effectively I recommend
that you take a private lesson with any one of our well qualified pros.
With a little practice you will have the tools you need to handle any
situation you may encounter in your matches and having the right tools
makes the game easier and more fun! Good luck and we’ll see you on the
courts!
GREENWOOD SUMMER TENNIS TOURNAMENTS
JUNIOR
June 21 B14s Super-Set Satellite
June 28 B12s Super-Set Satellite
July 19 G12s Super-Set Novice
September 7-10
Summer Bash
BGs 12/14/16/18
ADULT
September 14-17
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Registration for all of these tournaments is online through Tennislink
at www.usta.com
Final Margarita Mixer
of the Summer
Friday, July 21
6:00-8:00pm
Athletic Club Members Welcome!
Contact Suzette Riddle at 303-771-2588 for more information.
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FINAL ROUND OF SUMMER ADULT LEAGUES
YOUTH TENNIS PROGRAMS
Registration deadlines are near for the final leagues of the summer.
Register at the Tennis Club by the following dates. You may contact
Kristi for more information at 303-771-2588.
Wilson Tennis Day Camps (ages 7-14)
This popular summer program is perfect for players of all levels.
Several sessions remain and continue through August 15.
CTA Summer Daytime
Registration deadline: Friday, June 30
Season begins: Monday, July 31
Future Stars (ages 4-7)
A great introductory program which emphasizes basic skills, eye hand
coordination, tennis etiquette and of course FUN!
ITA Fall Mixed Doubles
Registration close: Monday, July 9
Season begins: Sunday, August 12
Smash & Splash (ages 4-7)
Time is divided between two great lifetime sports with a healthy
snack thrown in between. What could be better?
New! CTA Men’s Tri-Level Singles
Combined team of NTRP Levels
3 singles matches per week at 3.0, 3.5 and 4.0
Registration deadline: Wednesday, July 11
More information can be found on all of these programs on our
website at www.greenwoodathleticclub.com then click on the tennis
button.
GREENWOOD TENNIS CLUB
Registration for all of our fall junior and adult programs will begin
on August 1st. Look for this information on our website or at
our “Information Center” located at the Tennis Club beginning
August 1st.
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GAC Team Members
FEBRUARY 2007
TEAM MEMBER OF THE MONTH
Silvia Munoz
Daytime Locker Room
and Custodial Attendant
Silvia is originally from Guatemala, but has lived in
Colorado for five years after living in California for
a short time. Silvia is married to Erick and has two children: Andrea
(7) and Raulito (5). She enjoys basketball, soccer, walking in the
park and is very involved in her church. She was hired at GAC in
September 2005. Silvia is very visible throughout the athletic and
tennis club, attending to the cleanliness of the facilities for all of
the members and staff. Coworker, Jeimi Lopez, is an inspiration to
Silvia for her great advice, helping her to be better every day.
MARCH 2007
TEAM MEMBER OF THE MONTH
Francisco Ortiz
Locker Room Attendant
Francisco was born and raised in Honduras. He has
been in Colorado for over six years, has worked at
Greenwood Athletic and Tennis Club for nearly five
years and has a smile on his face every day. In addition to his
regular locker room duties, you can count on Francisco to help out
wherever needed, including the occasional night crew custodial
shift. When not working at GAC, he enjoys playing soccer and does
some lawn sprinkler repair work. Francisco has a five year old
daughter, Nicole. Francisco lists GAC member, Marvin Brilliant, as
one of the inspirational members who always takes time to speak
with and joke around with him. This interaction makes him feel
better and become a better person every day.
APRIL 2007
TEAM MEMBER OF THE MONTH
Priscilla Cardenas
Fitness Instructor
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Priscilla and her family, husband Jon Paul and
2 1/2 year old daughter Zoey, have only lived in
Colorado a little over two years. She was born in
Wichita Falls, Texas. Priscilla began employment with Greenwood
Athletic and Tennis Club in December of 2006 as a Fitness
Instructor. In addition to being a full-time mom, staying fit and
working out, Priscilla loves to spend time with her family camping
in the Rocky Mountains and going to the Denver Zoo, where they
are members. She is a certified member of the Aerobics and Fitness
Association of America and a member of the Organic Consumers
Association. Priscilla is inspired by GAC member, Sharie Jaeger, for
her positive energy and the high level of fitness she possesses by
truly living a healthy, active lifestyle.
Ask the Expert
Oyvind Gulbrandsen
Certified Private Fitness Trainer Specialist,
Sports Nutrition, Fitness Therapist
303.770.2582 x409
LADIES, IT’S TIME FOR YOUR SUMMER BODY!
LET’S DO SOME SQUATS!
Summertime is around the corner and it’s time to show those legs,
arms and abs. Ladies, it’s time to hit the weight room. Yeah, that’s
right. Weights!
Some of the fittest, strongest and leanest bodies belong to athletes
like Maria Sharapova and celebrities like Eva Longoria and Madonna.
One common factor, I guarantee these strong women are
incorporating into their fitness routine, is serious weight training.
I know you love your classes, your yoga, your Pilates. Please keep
doing everything you enjoy, but if you want that summertime body,
it’s not going to happen without weight training. I’m not talking
about lifting light weights for reps and reps. You need to be ready
to sweat! That’s what I’m talking about. Let’s hit the weights hard!
I’d like to answer some common questions and address some
misconceptions about women and weight training:
1. Will I get “bulky” lifting heavy weights? As trainers,
we hear this question all the time. Let’s get one thing
straight. Women do not produce enough testosterone (a
hormone primarily responsible for increasing muscle size)
to become bulky. (Most men do not even produce enough
of this hormone.) Don’t be nervous about this. We have to
move away from the mind set that weight training will
make you bigger. It’s just not true.
2. Weight training makes me feel stiff and muscle-bound.
Perform all exercises with full range of motion and you
will be more flexible with better stretching capabilities.
Exercises like stiff-legged dead lifts, flies and chin-ups
stretch the muscle in the bottom range of the movement.
(Yoga and Pilates will support your efforts.)
3. I don’t sweat lifting weights, so I perform
cardiovascular exercise to burn fat. Great! Keep doing
cardio, but to maximize your calorie burn and speed up
metabolism, you have to build muscle. Performing
cardiovascular exercise only will break down both muscle
and fat. Make your goal to burn fat without losing muscle
tissue. Remember building muscle will increase
metabolism and lead to a better calorie burn, loss of fat
and better muscle tone.
Here at GAC we have some incredibly fit women who have put
together balanced fitness routines that include Pilates, yoga, cardio
and weight training. I have had the honor of working out with and
training some of these women and they are all able to kick my butt
in the weight room any day of the week. The bottom line is, they
train as hard (if not harder) than I do with heavy weights and
intensity and their lean muscular bodies look feminine! If you don’t
believe me, challenge our Director of Pilates, Sara Talbert to a leg
workout, member Mary Ann Westfall to a push up contest, or
member Louisa Schaffer to ten pull ups with perfect form. These
women are great examples of what I’m talking about. Lean, strong,
flexible and feminine! We all have the same goal and that is to be
healthy and fit, so don’t be intimidated (by the weight room), be
intimidating! One of our qualified personal trainers here at the club
will be happy to help set up a customized weight program for you.
I guarantee you will break a sweat!
Anniversaries
Thank you and congratulations to the following
members celebrating club anniversaries in
July, August and September!
15 Years
John & Kathryn Dunn
James & Kate Wallace
Sid & Barbara Glassman
Guenther & Patricia Kerkhoff
Martha Daniele Paine & Gary
Ferentchak
Robert & Martha Barnes
David & Brenda Lueders
Thomas & Rhonda Trimble
Janet & Nick Benedict
Ken & Kathy Simmons
David & Tammie Kelsall
Lisa & Sanford Feld
Tom & Melinda Dewitt
Carolyn & Barney Visser
Richard & Ann Marie Giancola
Matt Bondarewicz
David Shantz
John Portman
Pamela Camp
Peggy Haase
John Weber
Susan & Steven Rothenberg
Chris & Julia Toll
10 Years
Susan Baker
John & Natasha Bealer
Mark Berman
Michael & Julie Britti
Brad & Nancy Burdic
Robert & Stacey Campbell
Michael & Susan Cohen
Don & Patty Cook
Barrett Cowan
Martha Davis
Barry & Polly Gleichenhaus
Scott & Ahmoy Gustafson
Brian & Patricia Haas
Larry Jacobson
James & Tien Lam-Schneider
Dennis Voelker & Christina Leslie
Greg & Barbara Mcilvain
Jordan & Linda Melick
Jeff & Heather Nemechek
Scott & Kelli Nesbitt
Debbie O'Mara
Judy Pasquini
Claud & Susan Payne
Jerry & Wendy Peterson
Don & Sherri Samuels
Alan & Madeline Shafner
Mary Louise Smith
Bryan & Jennifer Sorge
Brian & Leslie Thompson
David & Dana Williams
David & Sylvia Young
5 Years
Alan & Barbara Lipkin
Aldo Leopardi
Amy Toltz-Miller
Barry Hansen
Bill & Mari Beth Hanzlik
Brewster Hanson
Carol Schmidt
Chris Williams
Chris & Athina Hristopoulos
Dan & Cathryn Sheldon
Daniel Filkins
Dave & Megan Ems
David & Carrie Raben
David & Donna Foster
Ed Neibauer
Elliott Richard
Ernest Gomez
Gary Sattin
Jane Freking
Jeanne Desroche
Jim & Alexandra Hill
Katherine Johnson
Kevin & Jennifer Sharp
Laurie Ahern
Lynda Fuller
Marilyn Hyman
Michael & Erin Biggers
Michael & Jennifer Berg
Michael & Jill Cahill
Neyeska Mut
Nicolette Picerno
Philip Stone
Randy & Yvette Larson
Rene Malden
Robert Madden
Roger & Nancy Quayle
Shaun Gilmore
Steve & Liz Bauer
Tatiana Dowell
Terry & Cynthia Oakes
Thomas Alley
Thomas & Joan Wattles
Tom & Pam Noonan
Wendy Kane
Yinyin Carlson
1 Year
Theresa Barnes & Fletcher Newton
Steven & Sharon Birnbaum
Tim & Karen Bradley
Christopher & Phyllis Brown
Jason & Kim Brown
Melissa Corrado-Harrison & Ian
Hamilton
Bob Cuje & Kerry Goudy
George & Marion Curtis
Jenny & Chris Evans
Norm Flemens & Mary Ellen
Wittenberg
Lindsay Gilbert & Andrew
Piepgras
Chuck & Lynda Gumeson
Gary & Leslie Howard
Jennifer Johnson & Dave Tidey
Gary & Sherry Kuntz
Mark & Polly Lestikow
Ellen & John Mahoney
Amy & Paul Mcpheeters
Francisco & Susana Meraz
Delissalde
Linda Nash-Rosenfield & Steve
Rosenfield
Danny & Mary Parrish
Clay & Irene Reeves
Richard Rothman & Jacqi Barry
Jill & Nate Seaman
Christy & Steve Serenyi
Curt & Pauline Shaffer
Jason & Jessica Stanley
Megan & Adel Younoszai
Dana & Brendan Addis
Don & Jennifer Baldridge
Colin & Elizabeth Barnacle
Michael & Carol Charney
Christopher & Stephaine Comfort
Edward & A. Michelle Cooper
Mark & Terri Dennis
William & Christina Fuhs
Michael & Julie Gifford
Doug & Janet Granger
Judith & Donald Hahl
Richard & Roberta Johnston
John & Lee-Ann Krauss
Elizabeth & Steven Kris
Jean-Claude & Barbara Kyrillos
Guy & Nicola Lansdown
Mark Meagher & Sarah Jones
Bill Miller & Angela Moore
Shawn & Charles Peck
Mark & Shadi Powis
Amy & John Pregulman
David & Brenda Schrier
Mark & Sheila Siemer
Catriona & Tomas Stack
Francesca & Robert Straus
Paul & Jennifer Timmins
Mark & Linda Tobin
Frank & Evelinda Urman
Carol & Rich Waller
Adla & Alexander West
Brian & Elizabeth Wheeler
Jeff & Sharon Wojahn
Chris Andersen
Sarah Andersen
Ron Benoit
Errol Biggs
Bruce Black & Jean Adler
Patty Bonham
Krista Buford
Candace Clark
Alissa Cohen
Ryan Downey
Katrina Durdy
Lecia Fearing
Casey Firko
Carlye Flom
Blake Fulenwider
Betsey Fuller
Gary Fuller
Carol Gibbs
Gary Gorman
Vanessa Graziano
Linda Gulinson
Carolyn Gust
Brodie Hall
Katrina Haynes
Mark Kennedy
Susan Leibsly
Robert Lembke
Dave Lemieux
Barbara Lewis
Blake Lingruen
Matthew Marchese
Annie Meyers
Cheryl Mitchell
Robyn Mobbs
Robert Nelson
Lydia Norman
Annette Nueske
Toritse Onuwaje
Tim Oswald
Teri Ramirez
Roman Rendek
Sylvie Roberge
Stephanie Rudnick
Quinn Scherer
Rod & Annie Schluter
Ashley Schmidt
Kaki Schmidt
Donald Seacrest
Lani & Bill Silvers
Robert Small
Mary Spillane
David Spriggs
Jeffrey Stearns
Dustin Straight
Courtney Taucher
Beth Toeniskoetter
Linda Ward
Kristi Weltmann
Tamara White
Vanessa Wittekind
Ashley Zurawel
Marlin Erfman & Carrie Manion
Abigail Goldsmith & R.D. Sewald
John & Polly Loewy
Bruce & Marie Maltz
James Rubin & Faye Weitzman
Rubin
Patricia & Paul Dudzic
Greg & Sharon Maffei
Florence & Peter Ricci
James & Theresa Berger
Michael & Wendy Carney
Joe & Anne David
Richard & Stacy Dent
Gerri & Jim Keeley
Russell Stewart & Mary Laird
Stewart
David & Kelly Storrs
David & Johanna Voell
Sean & Jennifer Waters
Georgene Hall
Nicholas Hein
Johanna & Donald Jacobsen
Barbara Stine
Mark Korell & Jane Mayberry
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Club Directory & Hours
HOURS OF OPERATION
Athletic Club
HOURS OF OPERATION
ink! COFFEE, x288
303-770-2582
greenwood@greenwoodathleticclub.com
Monday-Thursday
5:00am - 10:00pm
Friday
5:00am - 9:00pm
Saturday
6:00am - 8:00pm
Sunday
7:00am - 8:00pm
Monday-Friday
Saturday/Sunday
Indoor Tennis Club
303-771-2588
Monday-Thursday
5:30am - 10:00pm
Friday
5:30am - 6:00pm
Saturday/Sunday
7:00am - 6:00pm
Please check the website for guest day and guest
pass information.
Kids’ Club
Monday-Friday
Saturday/Sunday
8:00am - 7:00pm
8:00am - 3:00pm
Membership Office
Monday-Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
7:30am - 7:30pm
8:00am - 6:30pm
9:00am - 5:00pm
9:00am - 5:00pm
Business Office
Monday-Friday
CLUB GUEST FEES
Guest fee for club members
Children 13 and under
6:30am - 7:30pm
8:00am - 5:00pm
(must be accompanied by an adult 18 and older)
10 adult guest pass package (members only)
Guest fee for club non-members
Ethereal Day Spa
720-200-4255
Monday-Thursday
Friday
Saturday/Sunday
$120
$20
(all ages)
Club Guest Day
8:00am - 9:30pm
8:00am - 8:30pm
8:00am - 7:30pm
Free guest day for club members is the 3rd
Friday of every month. Free guest day for
tennis members is the 3rd Saturday of every
month.
Physiotherapy Associates
303-694-9193
Monday/Wednesday
Tuesday/Thursday
Friday
Saturday
$15
$10
* Three visit limit for all guests.
7:00am - 6:00pm
7:00am - 7:00pm
7:00am - 5:00pm
8:00am - 12:00pm
Tanning Fees
Ten minutes
$5
Special package rates available.
Fransua’s Hair & Nail Salon
Permanent Lockers
303-770-0201
Monday-Friday
Saturday
Kit Locker
Half Locker
Executive Locker
8:00am - 6:00pm
8:00am - 4:00pm
All include laundry service. Contact Lisa at x284.
HOLIDAY HOURS OF OPERATION
4th of July
Kids’ Club
5:00am - 4:00pm
8:00am - 1:00pm
Labor Day
Kids’ Club
5:00am - 4:00pm
8:00am - 1:00pm
$20/month
$30/month
$50/month
PULSE Advertising Information
303-770-2582, x305
tiffanyl@greenwoodathleticclub.com
PULSE Graphics Information
sherriw@greenwoodathleticclub.com
8:30am - 5:30pm
Medical Care for Patients of all Ages
• Immunizations
• Physical Exams
• School and Sports Physicals
• DOT Physicals
• Skin Exams
• Cholesterol and Diabetes Screens
• Medical Esthetics including Botox®
3601 South Clarkson St. Ste. 130
Englewood, CO 80113
720-974-7466
www.CherryHillsFamilyMedicine.com
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Triathlon Training
Watch for Special Programs at the Club...
• Mid-Morning Tri Training
• Multi-Sport Training
• Kids Triathlon
• One-on-One Personalized Training
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WHY STAY DRY?
Come “Tri” the Aquatics Program at GAC
G r e e n w o o d At h l e t i c
and Tennis Cl ub
303.770.2582
5801 S. Quebec St. • Greenwood Village, CO 80111
www.greenwoodathleticclub.com