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The Official Magazine of <strong>PRO</strong> <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Club</strong><br />
May-June 2013<br />
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CONTENTS<br />
DEPARTMENTS<br />
10 Willows Road<br />
The Risk and Rewards of Boot Camp<br />
12 Podiatry<br />
Shin Splints...Too Much, Too Soon?<br />
14 Anti-Aging<br />
Lifestyle Changes<br />
16 Nutrition<br />
So You’re Going on a Vacation?<br />
18 Fitness Center<br />
Get Fit & Have Fun with Cricket<br />
21 Willows Road<br />
Uncover Your True Motivation<br />
22 Willows Road<br />
To Swim or Not to Swim<br />
24 Physical Therapy<br />
Swimming Injuries<br />
27 Physical Therapy<br />
Effortless Swimming<br />
28 Group Fitness<br />
Sleep Soundly with Yoga<br />
29 Group Fitness<br />
Pilates Mat<br />
31 Orthopedics<br />
Time for That Summer Break?<br />
35 The Salon<br />
Retro Nouveau<br />
36 The Spa<br />
Travel in Spa Style<br />
38 My Best 10<br />
Erika Cravens<br />
40 Medical Spa<br />
Dr. Levy’s Top 10<br />
42 Fitness Center<br />
One Step at a Time<br />
44 20/20 LifeStyles<br />
Keep Showing Up<br />
46 Aquatics<br />
Afraid of Deep Water?<br />
48 Finish Line<br />
My Journey to Become a Triathlete<br />
50 Seattle<br />
The Foam Roller<br />
programs calendar<br />
51 Seattle<br />
52 Youth Camps<br />
54 20/20 LifeStyles<br />
54 Aquatics<br />
55 Discovery Bay<br />
56 Fitness Center<br />
56 Group Fitness<br />
57 Pavilion <strong>Sports</strong><br />
58 Racquetball<br />
58 Squash<br />
59 Willows Road<br />
60 Tennis<br />
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pro sports club<br />
president’s message<br />
Better<br />
Than<br />
Nothing<br />
Recently, I participated in one of Karen Relkoff’s excellent<br />
6:15 a.m. Circuit Training classes. If you haven’t tried Circuit<br />
Training, it’s a fantastic way to get both your cardio and strength<br />
exercise in an hour. After I finished the class, I was walking<br />
down the hallway towards the locker room when I encountered<br />
a very fit, 30-something female member. She asked how my<br />
workout was. I said I’d just gone to Circuit Training (feeling<br />
pretty good that I’d completed this great workout at age 65) and<br />
asked, “What have you been doing this morning?” She replied,<br />
“Well, I just swam and ran on the treadmill. Now I’m going to<br />
run (3 miles) down to <strong>PRO</strong> <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Club</strong> Willows Road and go<br />
to a class.” Phew! I thought the Circuit Training class was fairly<br />
rigorous for me, and she’s doing all that this morning?<br />
Then I remembered my own words, from a President’s Message<br />
in 2006.<br />
As President of <strong>PRO</strong> <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Club</strong>, I’m fortunate to spend a lot<br />
of time in a great environment, surrounded by people pursuing<br />
their health, fitness, and sports goals. When I was playing<br />
college and professional tennis, I had the luxury of devoting<br />
many hours to an activity I loved, which also kept me in great<br />
physical condition. In the early days of the club, 30 years ago, I<br />
spent as much time on the court teaching tennis as I did taking<br />
care of administrative duties. In those days, after spending five<br />
to six hours daily on the court, I found that I got plenty of<br />
exercise without having to create the time to do it. As time has<br />
passed and our club has grown, no matter when I choose to play<br />
tennis or squash, or exercise in the Fitness Center, there’s often<br />
something else that needs my attention. It’s definitely harder to<br />
make focused time for exercise. Even though I’m already here,<br />
there’s a temptation to say, “I only have 25 minutes to exercise,<br />
I’ll just skip it.”<br />
To combat this temptation, I have coined a phrase to motivate<br />
myself when time is scarce for exercise. I call it the “better than<br />
nothing” workout. Fifteen or 20 minutes of cardio combined<br />
with 10 minutes of weights and a little stretching is definitely<br />
better than nothing when time is scarce. One set of tennis or<br />
one game of squash is definitely better than nothing when your<br />
time is limited. When I’m finished, with even a brief exercise<br />
period, I know that it’s definitely better than nothing because I<br />
feel so much better.<br />
The next time you say to yourself, “I don’t have time for a<br />
decent workout,” you might remind yourself that even a short<br />
workout is worthwhile. At <strong>PRO</strong> <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Club</strong>, we do our best<br />
to provide enough equipment and facilities so that you can<br />
minimize any time waiting to do your favorite activity or use<br />
your favorite machine.<br />
The next time you’re asked the question, “How was your<br />
workout?” you might find yourself saying, “It was better than<br />
nothing.” But remember, all of those “better than nothing”<br />
workouts can really add up!<br />
DICK KNIGHT<br />
<strong>PRO</strong> <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Club</strong> President
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willows road<br />
The Risk and Rewards of<br />
BOOT CAMP<br />
Photos: Aaron Dixon Photograph<br />
10 <strong>PRO</strong> PULSE MAY \\ JUNE 2013
Boot Camp. While the name might sound fearsome, don’t let it intimidate<br />
you. If you’re ready to get in shape for summer, lose weight, and feel great, then join<br />
in. From beginners to experienced runners, Boot Camp provides a workout suited<br />
to your level of fitness. The class is challenging, innovative, supportive, and fun. The<br />
rewards? A stronger, leaner, happier you. The risk? You might get hooked, just like<br />
these Boot Campers did!<br />
Katrina Leise (7-year veteran)<br />
At first, I wore my glasses to class because I knew I’d be in the last<br />
of the pack and didn’t want to get lost. I’d laugh out loud as we’d<br />
run down these extremely long hills, knowing that I’d be walking<br />
or running back up them on the way home. After the first month<br />
of what I thought were ridiculous but awesome workouts, I was<br />
hooked! I love how hard we were pushed and how great I felt after<br />
giving my best. Month after month and year after year, I got fitter<br />
and faster. I’ve long since shed wearing my glasses. I can now run with the pack.<br />
Since starting Boot Camp, I’ve run many half marathons, completed a triathlon,<br />
signed up and trained for the 2012 NYC Marathon, and signed up again for the<br />
2013 NYC Marathon. (I plan to complete it, barring no major natural disasters in<br />
the city). If you’d asked me about this in 2006, I’d have said, “Never, ever, ever.” And<br />
here I am – all because of Boot Camp!<br />
Rex Thompson (7-year veteran)<br />
Between the combination of a great camaraderie with fellow Boot<br />
Campers and (Coach) Josh’s firm belief in “Yes you can,” I found<br />
that I could push further and harder than I’d ever imagined. Even<br />
more surprising was to discover that I enjoy pushing myself. I keep<br />
coming back because it’s an incredibly efficient use of my workout<br />
time and it gives me a great base for just about any other physical<br />
activity. I also enjoy the great group of people, of all fitness levels,<br />
that I get to work out with.<br />
Kevin Kennedy (2-year veteran)<br />
All I knew was that Boot Camp started an hour and a half before<br />
my normal breakfast and caffeine time. I also wondered if I’d get<br />
yelled at by some crazed drill instructor. Two years later, the wakeup<br />
time still feels early, but the positive encouragement helps push<br />
me well beyond what I’d do on my own. Each class is a challenge,<br />
offering a different mix of strength and cardio. Other activities<br />
become more fun with the added strength and endurance from Boot<br />
Camp. Also, after a morning of burpees and sprints, I seem to take a more serene and<br />
patient approach to the challenges of work and life. One thing I didn't expect is the<br />
camaraderie and support from other people in the class. It's often the motivation I<br />
need to do that last hill repeat or a surprise 500 feet on the Versaclimber.<br />
Tiffany Schumacher (2-year veteran)<br />
I remember thinking, “I’m not a runner. There’s just no way. And<br />
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the camaraderie and encouragement of the fellow Boot Campers,<br />
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You just never know. The class never gets easier, nor does getting up at 6 a.m. I still<br />
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podiatry<br />
Shin Splints…Too<br />
Much, Too Soon?<br />
By J. Mari Adad, DPM<br />
Whether you’re an avid walker, have just started a new exercise<br />
program, or are an experienced runner, if you feel pain at the front<br />
inside area of the shin bone, you may have shin splints. This is one<br />
of the most common ailments and is caused by overexertion of the<br />
leg muscles attached to the shin bone.<br />
The most common cause of shin splints is inflammation of the<br />
periostium of the tibia (sheath surrounding the bones). Some<br />
other common causes include flat feet (overpronation), a high arch<br />
(underpronation), inadequate footwear, running on hard surfaces,<br />
and increasing training too quickly.<br />
For immediate pain relief, ice the area to reduce pain and<br />
inflammation and take an over-the-counter anti-inflammatory<br />
(e.g. ibuprofen). Also, use the following tips to treat and prevent<br />
shin splints.<br />
• Rest and allow the injury to heal.<br />
• Stretch and strengthen the leg muscles.<br />
• Wear insoles or orthotics that offer arch support.<br />
• Make sure you have the right running shoe for your foot type<br />
and for the activity.<br />
• Avoid running on hard surfaces.<br />
• Shorten your stride.<br />
If you experience severe pain, consult one of our podiatrists. A full<br />
diagnosis can determine if there’s a stress fracture in the area or<br />
some other condition such as compartment syndrome, which may<br />
need to be addressed further.<br />
Looking for a pair of running shoes that fit your feet?<br />
Obtain a list of recommended shoes for all foot types at<br />
<strong>PRO</strong> <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Club</strong> Podiatry or make an appointment with<br />
one of our <strong>Sports</strong> Podiatrists. You’ll receive a 20% discount<br />
on shoes purchased at the Pro Shop with the podiatry visit.<br />
Photos: istockphoto.com<br />
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YES YOU CAN<br />
USE YOUR FSA OR HSA<br />
FOR FITNESS SERVICES<br />
Use your HSA or FSA to improve your health and get the most out of<br />
this tax benefit.<br />
Did you know that many of <strong>PRO</strong> <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Club</strong>’s services may be<br />
recommended by your doctor and qualify under your FSA or HSA plan?<br />
These include personal training, dietitian counseling, 20/20 LifeStyles,<br />
physical therapy, podiatry, and orthopedic consultations.<br />
For example, if your corporation’s insurance plan covers 80 percent of<br />
the cost, you may take full advantage of the pre-tax savings through your<br />
FSA. Apply this money towards the 20 percent you’d pay out of pocket.<br />
Check with your company or health insurance provider to verify the rules<br />
under your benefit plan. Start utilizing the benefit of a pre-tax savings<br />
account and invest towards a healthier life.<br />
20/20 LifeStyles<br />
Essential weight loss programs, such as 20/20 LifeStyles, are<br />
considered a legitimate medical expense as long as they are<br />
prescribed by your doctor. If you have high cholesterol, diabetes,<br />
high blood pressure or any medical conditions that may be<br />
corrected by 20/20 LifeStyles, you may qualify. If you have<br />
participated in 20/20 LifeStyles, your 20/20 physician can sign off<br />
on your FSA reimbursement requests.<br />
Dietitian Counseling<br />
Our registered dietitians are here to help you lose weight and/or<br />
overcome medical conditions with nutrition guidance. If you have<br />
any medical conditions such as high cholesterol, hypertension,<br />
diabetes, cardiovascular disease, eating disorders, Fibromyalgia, etc.<br />
that can be assisted with healthy eating, your FSA may cover the<br />
expense.<br />
Personal Training<br />
If you are using personal training services to treat a medical<br />
condition such as high cholesterol, diabetes, cardiac rehabilitation,<br />
back pain, injury rehabilitation, obesity or other medical condition,<br />
your expenses may be covered as long as they are recommended by<br />
a healthcare professional.<br />
Physical Therapy<br />
Our physical therapy clinics offer you convenient access to pain<br />
free living. If you are using physical therapy services to recover<br />
from an injury, treat back pain, ergonomic issues or other<br />
musculoskeletal issues, you may be eligible to utilize your FSA for<br />
your medical deductible, co-pays or for other services or medical<br />
equipment.<br />
Podiatry<br />
Don’t let foot pain keep you from achieving a healthy and active<br />
lifestyle. Our resident sports podiatrists are here to help. Expenses<br />
paid for sports orthotics, podiatry services and/or insurance copays<br />
are FSA reimbursable when submitted with a physician’s diagnosis<br />
letter.<br />
Orthopedics<br />
When you develop a musculoskeletal problem, you’ll need expert<br />
care to detemine the cause of that injury and whether it requires<br />
surgical or non-surgical care. Receive expert medical advice<br />
and care from Dr. Pierce Scranton, one of the best orthopedic<br />
physicians in the country. Your FSA may be used to cover the cost<br />
of diagnosis, co-pay or other medical services.<br />
If you have any questions regarding 20/20 LifeStyles, dietitian services, or<br />
personal training please contact Diana Davis in the 20/20 Resource Center<br />
by e-mail ddavis@2020lifestyles.com or by calling (425) 869-4764.
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anti-aging<br />
Anti-Aging<br />
Lifestyle Changes<br />
By Azucena Gamarra, MS, RD, CD<br />
Do you want to<br />
maintain a youthful<br />
skin and appearance<br />
as you age? The earlier<br />
you start preventing<br />
damage caused by<br />
external and internal<br />
factors, the better<br />
your results will be.<br />
Antioxidants<br />
Many experts believe that oxidation, or damage to the cells and DNA, plays<br />
a primary role in chronic disease and aging. Antioxidants are vitamins (A, C,<br />
and E), minerals (zinc, selenium), and phytochemicals (compounds in plants).<br />
High antioxidant foods include blueberries, blackberries, plums, red or black<br />
beans, artichoke hearts, red apples, green tea, and white tea.<br />
Photos: Gerald Pope; istockphoto.com<br />
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Inflammation<br />
Inflammation is a normal bodily response to infection and disease.<br />
However, if inflammation lingers, it can also accelerate the aging<br />
process. Anti-inflammatory foods include Omega 3-rich foods,<br />
green tea, and some fruits like acai, pomegranate, and grapes.<br />
Detoxification<br />
Toxic substances enter the body every day through the air, food, water,<br />
and medications we consume, or are byproducts created by our own<br />
cells’ metabolism. The liver has enzymes to detoxify and get rid of<br />
waste materials. Some of the foods that help the liver with this task are<br />
cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, brussel sprouts, cauliflower, and kale),<br />
green tea, garlic, leafy greens, artichokes, asparagus, and mushrooms such<br />
as reishi, shiitake, and maitake.<br />
Collagen and elastin<br />
Children have high levels of these two proteins in their bodies. This<br />
is why children’s skin appears smooth and youthful. Loss of elasticity<br />
in the skin with aging can be helped with foods that support the<br />
production of these proteins. Foods rich in vitamin A, C and zinc, as<br />
well as some fruits and botanicals such as pomegranate, white and green<br />
tea, turmeric, and rosemary promote collagen and elastin production.<br />
Stress<br />
Stress can cause the release of some hormones (cortisol, steroid hormones)<br />
that have aging-promoting effects such as inflammation, cravings, and<br />
increase of blood sugars. These can result in a perpetuating cycle of stress,<br />
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So you’re going<br />
on a vacation?<br />
By Erin Bury, MS, RD, CD<br />
Vacations are an opportunity to unwind and<br />
spend time with your family. However, they can<br />
lead to weight gain if you don’t stay mindful<br />
of your food choices. Keep it simple. Choose<br />
lean proteins and vegetables first, and pick from<br />
fruit, beans, and whole grains when thinking<br />
about carbohydrates. Limit the sweet stuff and<br />
stay hydrated. Also, remember to pack your<br />
pedometer and aim for 10,000 steps per day.<br />
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Breakfast<br />
Skip the white bagel. Instead<br />
start off your day with lean<br />
protein, some fruit or whole<br />
grains. You’ll have much more<br />
energy throughout the day<br />
if you begin with a balanced<br />
meal.<br />
At the hotel<br />
An egg white omelet paired<br />
with one slice of whole grain<br />
toast or a piece of fruit; a high<br />
fiber cereal with low fat milk<br />
or yogurt; or 1/2 whole grain<br />
bagel topped with peanut<br />
butter and 1/2 cup cottage<br />
cheese.<br />
On the go<br />
Flavored Greek yogurt;<br />
Starbucks reduced fat turkey<br />
bacon breakfast sandwich;<br />
or Panera strawberry granola<br />
parfait.<br />
Snacks<br />
Don’t let lack of planning be your<br />
downfall. Bring healthy options<br />
with you.<br />
Before you leave<br />
Shop for protein bars, freeze dried<br />
fruit, jerky, and nuts to have on<br />
hand for healthy snacking.<br />
From the snack bar<br />
Fruit or whole grain crackers and<br />
cheese; celery and peanut butter;<br />
or a turkey and cheese rollup.<br />
Lunch<br />
When you can pack your own lunch, you’re better off. So try to<br />
find grocery stores near your hotel. Avoid dessert at the buffet<br />
table. Many theme parks offer directories of restaurants located<br />
on site. Check this list when planning your trip so you’re one<br />
step ahead.<br />
In the park<br />
A garden salad with lean protein (chicken or tofu) and topped<br />
with garbanzo beans, dressing on the side; a whole grain tortilla<br />
wrapped with lean protein, veggies, and cheese; carrot sticks<br />
instead of French fries.<br />
At the buffet<br />
Grilled chicken or fish, steamed veggies, and a piece of fruit; or<br />
a stir fry with tofu and veggies, 1/2 cup cooked brown rice.<br />
Dinner<br />
Restaurant eating can be tricky. By requesting that your protein be<br />
cooked without butter or oil and your vegetables steamed, you’ll<br />
save a lot of calories. Order double vegetable servings instead<br />
of starches or grains to stay full and avoid the risk of overdoing<br />
the portions. Most restaurants have their menus and nutrition<br />
information available <strong>online</strong>, so pull out that smartphone before<br />
you head to dinner. This will save you time and anxiety when<br />
trying to pick the better choice.<br />
Bon voyage!<br />
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Get Fit & Have Fun with<br />
Cricket<br />
By Ashan A. Korala, Personal Trainer<br />
Do you want to shake things up and make your workout more<br />
exciting? Learn or rekindle your passion for cricket. Arguably<br />
one of the most popular sports in the world, cricket is the perfect<br />
game to keep you motivated and make exercise fun. It’s also<br />
perfect for promoting teamwork.<br />
For those not familiar with the game, cricket is very similar to<br />
baseball. The game is played on an open field with two batsmen<br />
who stand in the middle and are able to hit the ball in all<br />
directions. They work in partnership to score runs, which are<br />
earned by both batsmen running across the 22-yard pitch. If<br />
a batsman hits the ball over the boundary of the field, six runs<br />
are awarded. If the ball rolls past the boundary, four runs are<br />
awarded. They continue to bat until the opposing team gets them<br />
out by either hitting the wickets (poles behind the batsman) or<br />
catching an airborne ball. The objective is to gain as many runs<br />
as possible within the given amount of bowls (pitches). The<br />
bowler (pitcher) must maintain a straight arm and the ball is<br />
allowed to bounce once off the ground. The bowler is allowed six<br />
attempts before he must trade with a teammate.<br />
Dead Lifts<br />
A new era of the sport called Twenty20 cricket has become<br />
extremely popular among individuals new to the sport. These<br />
matches consist of one inning per side with a maximum of 20<br />
“overs” per inning (one over is a set of six balls bowled). Because<br />
of the limited amount of overs, the players are forced to take<br />
more risks by trying to score more runs.<br />
Cricket is a great form of exercise. It requires core strength,<br />
power, agility, hand-eye coordination, and body awareness. It’s<br />
a great way to cross train and challenge your body to recruit<br />
muscles in different movement patterns than you’re accustomed<br />
to. This is the best way to break through plateaus and continue<br />
to see results from your time spent working out at the club.<br />
Cable chops<br />
Before heading out on the pitch, first build the skills you need.<br />
The agility, core strength, and power that cricket requires can be<br />
honed with some key movement skills and power gained from<br />
exercises such as cable chops/lifts, dead lifts, hang clean, and<br />
Pallof press with a lunge complex. When you’re ready to start,<br />
make an appointment with a personal trainer for a physical<br />
assessment and FMS (Functional Movement Screen), as well as a<br />
customized program designed for you. This will also help sharpen<br />
your reflexes and reduce your chances of being sidetracked by a<br />
“rib tickler” (an injury).<br />
The new physical demands from playing cricket can be a great<br />
way to break through a plateau, stay motivated to exercise, and<br />
prevent injury. Get moving, explore a new game and a new set of<br />
exercises, and practice team play this spring with cricket. See you<br />
at the pitch!<br />
Ashan grew up playing cricket, mostly in Twenty20 tournament style.<br />
He is predominately a fast bowler. His personal training has helped<br />
improve his speed and agility to carry him at bat and while fielding.<br />
Pallof press with a lunge complex<br />
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Uncover Your True Motivation<br />
By Anna Willard, Personal Trainer and Performance Coach<br />
Photo: Gerald Pope<br />
Life is constantly changing. As a result,<br />
our goals may change as well.<br />
As an avid water skier, my goal was to compete nationally.<br />
However, after sustaining a back/rib injury, my goal was altered to<br />
simply being able to water ski again. The thrill of competition had<br />
always been my main motivator. This all changed when I heard<br />
that my childhood friend had passed away due to misdiagnosed<br />
pain medication for her chronic back pain. Depressed to lose a<br />
close friend, who had always encouraged me to follow my dreams,<br />
I was shocked by the irony of having to deal with chronic back<br />
pain myself. I started to understand the importance of good health<br />
and began to reevaluate my goals and the motivation behind them.<br />
When it comes to the fitness world, many of us set goals we want<br />
to achieve. Our motivation comes from achieving these goals.<br />
Creating small, specific goals like small stepping stones help move<br />
us toward the ultimate goal of improving our quality of life.<br />
Having good health is a gift you give to yourself and those around<br />
you. Uncovering the deeper reasons behind your goals, versus the<br />
goals themselves, will help you continue to strive towards them.<br />
As a personal trainer, I’ve had the privilege to witness many people<br />
set and achieve their goals. A client once told me that, for the first<br />
time, he felt like a “true dad” being able to carry his kids on a hike.<br />
Before this, he never had the strength to do so. After achieving his<br />
goals, he now has the strength and energy to play with his kids.<br />
I invite everyone to take the journey of health. Working with a<br />
personal trainer will help you set realistic goals which will help you<br />
improve your quality of life.<br />
Life is a beautiful, irreplaceable gift. Cherish this gift through your<br />
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To Swim<br />
or not to swim<br />
By Michael Covey, Head Triathlon Coach and Personal Trainer<br />
Water.<br />
Besides the fact that we<br />
need it to survive, it’s a<br />
great place to begin or<br />
take a fitness program to<br />
the next level. Whether<br />
you’re swimming in<br />
a pool or in a lake,<br />
water allows for full<br />
support and decreases<br />
the pounding on joints,<br />
tendons, and ligaments.<br />
Enjoy getting wet, be<br />
safe, and have fun by<br />
following these tips.<br />
In the Pool<br />
You can burn a lot of calories while<br />
exercising in the water. Since the<br />
water temperature may vary between<br />
76-80 degrees, which is less than<br />
your normal body temperature (98.6<br />
degrees), your metabolism kicks in<br />
to help keep you warm, resulting in<br />
increased energy expended.<br />
Compared to a dolphin, the best<br />
swimmers in the world are only five<br />
to ten percent efficient at moving<br />
through the water. Swimming takes a<br />
lot of practice and patience. Take time<br />
to learn proper technique through<br />
classes or private coaching. You’ll not<br />
only become a stronger and faster<br />
swimmer, but you’ll also decrease your<br />
chance of getting injured.<br />
How to Get Started<br />
Regardless of your swimming ability,<br />
we offer a variety of programs to<br />
fit your needs. Afraid of the water?<br />
Conquer your fear in Adult Intro<br />
to Swimming. Ready to take your<br />
swimming skills to the next level? We<br />
offer Triathlon Swimming, Masters<br />
Swimming, Total Immersion (TI)<br />
classes, and more.<br />
Make it Interesting<br />
• Learn all four strokes: freestyle,<br />
backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly.<br />
This will help keep your body balanced<br />
and strong, as well as add variety to your<br />
swim routine.<br />
• Use fins to help strengthen the muscles<br />
that support the ankle and foot. Bonus:<br />
they’ll also allow you to go super fast.<br />
• Strengthen your upper body by using the<br />
pull buoy. Add paddles to your workout<br />
when your shoulders are ready.<br />
• Get your strength training in the water<br />
by front sculling, wiper sculling, tricep<br />
extensions (finish drill), side stroke drill,<br />
and more. A swim instructor can help<br />
you learn these.<br />
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Open Water Swimming<br />
Once your basic skills are strong, mix it up with open water swimming either as part of a<br />
triathlon (swim, bike, run) or simply swimming in a lake. Open water swim events have<br />
gained popularity since the 10K open water event was introduced at the Olympics in<br />
Bejing, China.<br />
How to Make it Safe and Fun<br />
First, make sure you feel comfortable swimming in the pool and can swim<br />
non-stop for 400 yards or more to increase your confidence in the water.<br />
Take a class in open water swimming.<br />
Unless the water is 77 degrees<br />
or warmer, use a wetsuit to keep<br />
warm and safe while swimming.<br />
Buy multiple tints of swimming<br />
goggles to allow for swimming in<br />
cloudy or sunny conditions.<br />
Don’t swim if you feel tired<br />
or sick. Ear plugs or wax<br />
can help you swim straight<br />
and prevent vertigo, which<br />
can be caused from colder<br />
water hitting the ear drum.<br />
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me at mcovey@proclub.com.<br />
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Swimming<br />
Injuries<br />
By Jen Morishima, MPT<br />
Swimming is an excellent low-impact exercise.<br />
However, incorrect technique, poor posture,<br />
sudden changes in training, and repetitive<br />
movements can lead to the following overuse<br />
injuries.<br />
Neck pain<br />
Neck pain can also occur with swimming, especially in those<br />
who already have a forward head posture and tight neck and<br />
chest musculature. Tight shoulders and poor core stability also<br />
contribute to neck strain.<br />
Swimmer’s shoulder<br />
Shoulder pain is the most frequent orthopedic injury among<br />
swimmers. A 2010 study in the British Journal of <strong>Sports</strong> Medicine<br />
showed that 91 percent of elite swimmers between the ages of 13<br />
to 25 reported at least one episode of shoulder pain. Since the<br />
shoulder is the most mobile (and, therefore, inherently unstable)<br />
joint of the body, good shoulder mobility, strength, and stability<br />
are necessary in order to ensure pain-free swimming. When there’s<br />
a dysfunction or anatomical variation of any of the four joints<br />
of the shoulder girdle, muscle imbalances in the scapulothoracic<br />
region or rotator cuff, and/or ligament/capsule tightness or laxity,<br />
conditions such as shoulder impingement, bursitis, and rotator cuff<br />
tendinosis/tendonitis can result. Poor shoulder mechanics during<br />
swimming can also lead to overuse injuries elsewhere in the body,<br />
such as the back or neck.<br />
Low back pain<br />
Incidence rates of low back pain have been reported to be as high<br />
as 50 percent for butterfly swimmers and 47 percent for those<br />
swimming breaststroke. The butterfly stroke or dolphin kick<br />
can result in low back injuries due to the swimmer’s tendency to<br />
hyperextend (overarch) the back in order to propel forward and/or<br />
get a breath of air. All swimmers with tight shoulders or decreased<br />
core stability can be prone to low back injuries.<br />
Swimmer’s knee<br />
Knee injuries are the second most common source of pain in elite<br />
swimmers. According to one study, 86 percent of competitive<br />
breaststroke swimmers had at least one episode of knee pain related<br />
to swimming. During the breaststroke kick motion, the knee can<br />
become strained as it’s forcefully extended outward into abduction<br />
and external rotation before being quickly squeezed back. Medial<br />
collateral ligament strains are most common and can cause pain<br />
along the inside of the knee.<br />
Left untreated, chronic pain and inflammation can, over time, lead<br />
to problems such as micro-tears, scar tissue build up, bone spurs,<br />
calcium deposits, ligament laxity, compensatory patterns, and<br />
muscle strength imbalances. A physical therapist can help provide<br />
you with an accurate diagnosis of which muscles and tendons are<br />
involved, facilitate healing, and develop an exercise program to<br />
help you return to pain-free swimming.<br />
Photos: Gerald Pope<br />
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effortless<br />
swimming<br />
By Elizabeth<br />
Malatesta, PT, DPT<br />
As with any exercise, the<br />
key to preventing injury<br />
is proper technique.<br />
Freestyle swimming<br />
(also known as the front<br />
crawl) is one of the most common strokes<br />
as it allows the swimmer to move quickly<br />
through the water and cover long distances.<br />
There are three components to this stroke:<br />
breathing technique, body rotation, and<br />
the kick.<br />
Breathing Technique<br />
Avoid lifting your head as this will cause<br />
the body to “see-saw” and your legs will<br />
sink. If you develop a stiff neck while<br />
swimming, you’re probably lifting or<br />
over-rotating your head to breathe. Try to<br />
breathe to both sides. This will allow for a<br />
symmetrical stroke.<br />
Body Roll (Rotation)<br />
Having good body rotation helps with<br />
breathing. Picture a log roll. For efficient<br />
swimming, the shoulders, torso and hips<br />
should all roll together as one. The head<br />
should remain stationary and not roll with<br />
the body unless you’re breathing. Here are a<br />
few other biomechanical tips to remember<br />
with the body roll.<br />
• Use your larger muscles and your core for<br />
power. Roll from one side to the other,<br />
transferring the power from the rotation<br />
to the propulsive arm in the water. By<br />
rotating with this action, you use your<br />
lats, pecs, and core muscles to power<br />
the stroke. These muscles are strong and<br />
powerful, protecting the smaller muscles<br />
from injury.<br />
• Use a long stroke. You’ll travel farther<br />
with each stroke and increase your<br />
efficiency in the pool.<br />
The Kick<br />
Avoid kicking with the knee. This creates a<br />
bend in the leg, causing a large amount of<br />
drag and slowing you down. Instead, kick<br />
from the hip with a relatively straight leg.<br />
Remember to point your toes (not pointing<br />
your toes will also create extra drag) and<br />
check your ankle flexibility. A flexible foot<br />
that can bend beyond neutral will reduce<br />
drag and you’ll be able to slip though the<br />
water faster.<br />
Keep these techniques in mind the next<br />
time you’re in the pool and you’ll enjoy<br />
more effortless swimming. Remember, if<br />
you develop any pain during swimming,<br />
don’t hesitate to visit <strong>PRO</strong> <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Club</strong><br />
Physical Therapy.<br />
• Prevent shoulder injury. Not enough<br />
body roll can put extra stress on your<br />
rotator cuff, increasing your chance of<br />
injury.<br />
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Sleep<br />
Soundly<br />
with<br />
Yoga<br />
By Andrea Cirignano, Yoga Instructor<br />
Yoga has a reputation for being relaxing and calming. A few bedtime<br />
stretches can be beneficial for anyone, but did you know that your<br />
morning or evening yoga class can also help you sleep?<br />
Sometimes the body can’t sleep when you haven’t had enough exercise or<br />
movement, so active or challenging poses earlier in the day can lead to a<br />
more restful night. Also, breathing exercises practiced in class can lead to<br />
ease in ‘turning off’ later in the day.<br />
If you need to get more exercise, attend a Vinyasa Flow or Yoga Flow &<br />
Go class, practice a few Sun Salutations, or hold a few challenging poses.<br />
If you’re already quite active, include a few restorative poses in your yoga<br />
practice or bedtime routine. Remember to stay until the end of class.<br />
The final resting pose, savasana, is just as important as any of the other<br />
yoga poses. While not a sleep replacement, savasana helps restore and<br />
refresh both body and mind because you get many of the benefits you’d<br />
receive from a quick nap.<br />
Other yoga poses that help with sleep include forward folding, Balasana<br />
(Child’s Pose), and twisting. All reduce stress and the former two help<br />
calm the mind and reduce anxiety. Twists help the body with digestion<br />
and stress to allow for more peaceful sleep. Do a few seated or supine<br />
twists if you find yourself waking up in the night.<br />
Last, but not least, is Viparita Karani (Legs-Up-the-Wall Pose). This is<br />
the number one yoga recommendation for insomnia. Legs-Up-the-Wall<br />
releases joints and muscles of the low body, releases back tension, and<br />
quiets the mind. This pose can be performed as a replacement for final<br />
savasana and is a great option for those who have trouble falling asleep.<br />
To get into this posture, lie on your side with hips and feet close to the<br />
wall, turn onto your back and extend legs up the wall, resting heels on<br />
the wall. Stay in this posture anywhere from 10 breaths to 10 minutes.<br />
Photos: Gerald Pope; istockphoto.com<br />
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How well<br />
do you<br />
sleep?<br />
1. When you hit the sheets, you:<br />
a. Fall right to sleep.<br />
b. Fall asleep but can’t stay asleep.<br />
c. Count sheep for hours, then finally fall asleep.<br />
2. When the alarm clock rings, you:<br />
a. What alarm clock? I don’t need one.<br />
b. Get right out of bed or occasionally hit snooze.<br />
c. Hit snooze as much as possible and reluctantly<br />
roll out of bed.<br />
3. When the clock strikes 3 p.m.:<br />
a. You have the energy to exercise, if you didn’t already<br />
squeeze in a morning workout.<br />
b. You feel a little sluggish but a quick walk, healthy<br />
snack, or change of task keeps you going.<br />
c. You reach for a sugary or caffeinated pick-me-up.<br />
4. You drink coffee or another caffeinated beverage:<br />
a. Once in a while.<br />
b. One cup most mornings.<br />
c. Throughout the day and into the afternoon<br />
or evening.<br />
5. On the weekends, you:<br />
a. Wake up around the same time as you do during<br />
the week.<br />
b. Stay up later than weeknights so you might sleep<br />
in a little longer too.<br />
c. Sleep all morning playing catch-up for the<br />
week’s deficit.<br />
If you answered…<br />
Mostly a’s: Congratulations! You’re getting enough sleep.<br />
Most people need between seven to nine hours of sleep per<br />
night. However, just make sure you’re not overdoing it. Too<br />
much sleep may also take a toll on your overall well-being.<br />
Mostly b’s: You could use a little help, but it’s not<br />
impacting your life a great deal. Practice a few yoga poses<br />
or light stretching before bedtime or when you can’t stay<br />
asleep, and assess whether you need to get more or less<br />
exercise to improve your sleep.<br />
Mostly c’s: Time for a sleep intervention! Sometimes life<br />
gets in the way, but make sleep a priority and address any<br />
exercise, diet, and lifestyle choices that might have an<br />
impact. Any of the yoga poses mentioned can help if you<br />
cannot fall asleep, stay asleep, or if you just need some<br />
bedtime relaxation.<br />
Sleep Soundly with Yoga<br />
A workshop with Andrea Cirignano<br />
Sunday, June 9<br />
11 a.m. – 1 p.m.<br />
$30<br />
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Learn how yoga can help improve your quality of sleep. This<br />
workshop features a combined lecture with a gentle, all-levels yoga<br />
practice. The practice includes poses which have been shown to<br />
relax the mind and body for better sleep. Learn several poses to do<br />
before bedtime and small lifestyle changes that can help improve<br />
the quality of your sleep.<br />
With your registration, receive $15 off a <strong>PRO</strong>fusion punch<br />
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The Benefits of Group Fitness<br />
PILATES<br />
MAT<br />
By Shelley Hanrahan, member<br />
Photos: Gerald Pope<br />
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It’s a Great Workout<br />
After a Pilates Mat class, I know that I’ve had a good workout.<br />
Although my muscles aren’t sore, I can feel that they’ve been<br />
used. I feel energized and walk with more awareness of my<br />
posture, body alignment, and muscle tone. While I really wanted<br />
to be able to participate in the wonderful CHISEL’D, TRX, and<br />
yoga classes, I found that I needed to modify more than half<br />
the class to accommodate physical limitations with my knee. In<br />
Pilates Mat, I only need to modify one or two exercises over the<br />
course of an hour.<br />
I’m Much More Aware of My Posture in Every Activity<br />
The Pilates Mat classes have increased my overall awareness of<br />
my body during exercise. Each of the instructors provides us with<br />
excellent, clear information of what the focus of the movement is<br />
and what we’re accomplishing with each exercise. As I get older,<br />
I try to work on my balance each day. Pilates Mat has increased<br />
my core strength, awareness, and confidence in how I can control<br />
my body to support my activity level.<br />
Whether I’m swimming, weight training, on the elliptical glider<br />
or rowing machine, sitting at my desk, or on a long drive in the<br />
car, I try to be mindful of engaging my core muscles, pulling my<br />
shoulders down and back, and having a strong and supported<br />
posture. I notice that when I fall back on using my legs or hip<br />
flexors instead of my core, I’m able to correct myself because of<br />
the awareness gained in class. When I remember to walk just a<br />
bit straighter and stronger, I feel good.<br />
Join us for Pilates Mat!<br />
Mondays and Wednesdays<br />
10:30 a.m. or 5:45 p.m.<br />
For more information on Pilates, please call<br />
Andi Wardinsky at (425) 895-6578.<br />
I Feel Empowered<br />
I’ve finally reached a point where my daily exercise routine is not<br />
a decision but, instead, a habit. I look forward to the class and<br />
gain a feeling of accomplishment when I complete it.<br />
I’ve Grown Taller –<br />
Really!<br />
I’m determined<br />
to master a good<br />
Roll-up and Teaser,<br />
which has not<br />
been easy for me.<br />
Since the seventh<br />
grade, I had been<br />
5’2 3/4”. During<br />
my first bone<br />
density scan in my<br />
50s, my height<br />
was measured at<br />
5’3 3/8”. I was remeasured<br />
multiple<br />
times. The doctor<br />
asked if I did<br />
Pilates. When I<br />
said yes, she told<br />
me that the core<br />
support of the<br />
spine from Pilates<br />
can result in up to<br />
a 2” height gain.<br />
That was quite<br />
inspirational!<br />
Pilates Perfect Start<br />
Bellevue Only<br />
This introductory session includes a health profile, postural<br />
analysis, Pilates fundamentals, key principals to practice on<br />
your own, and recommended guidelines for further training.<br />
Prerequisite to Pilates Reformer classes. (Valid with select<br />
instructors only. Limit one introductory session per member.)<br />
Pilates Perfect Start Package<br />
Bellevue Only<br />
Refine your body in our state-of-the-art studio with six<br />
55-minute private Pilates sessions and a Flexible Punch Card<br />
valid for Circuit Training, TRX ® Total Body, ZUMBA ®<br />
fitness, and Happy Hour fitness classes. (Valid with select<br />
instructors only. Expires 12 weeks from date of purchase. Limit<br />
one package per member.)<br />
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Have varicose veins?<br />
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No<br />
Turn<br />
the<br />
page<br />
Do they ever hurt?<br />
No<br />
Yes<br />
Do they prevent you from<br />
wearing shorts or swimsuits?<br />
No<br />
Do you care whether your doctor<br />
is looking for underlying health<br />
issues related to veins?<br />
Yes<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
See if<br />
Groupon is<br />
having a<br />
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on vein<br />
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Do you care that your doctor is<br />
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Yes<br />
No<br />
Look in<br />
the phone<br />
book<br />
Do you care if your doctor is<br />
trained on the latest procedures?<br />
Yes<br />
No<br />
Call Lake<br />
Washington Vascular<br />
for a consultation<br />
Ask your<br />
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friends who<br />
they used<br />
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Know what matters.<br />
When making as important a decision as where to get your varicose<br />
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the best caring at Lake Washington Vascular.<br />
Call us at 425.732.5958 or visit www.LKWV.com.<br />
Total Vein Health. It’s all connected.<br />
Daniel Pepper, M.D. • Kathleen Gibson, M.D. • Brian Ferris, M.D. • Leonard T. Su, M.D. • Renee Minjarez, M.D.
orthopedics<br />
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Photos: istockphoto.com<br />
Time for That Summer Break?<br />
By Pierce E. Scranton, M.D.<br />
Most organized sports usually start with a<br />
pre-season training camp where players work<br />
on skills and conditioning. Spring brings preseason<br />
camps for baseball, lacrosse, and track.<br />
July brings “two-a-days” for football and soccer.<br />
For those of us who participate in recreational<br />
sports, clubs, leagues, or seasons, it makes sense<br />
to point our conditioning to excel at or enjoy that<br />
sport during its season. On the flip side, what should we be doing<br />
during the off-season?<br />
Anyone over forty will tell you that, over the years, it gets harder to<br />
stay in shape. For example, if you like to ski, you start easing into<br />
shape sometime in September and get serious about conditioning<br />
by December. That way, you can enjoy (and not endure) the ski<br />
season into March. If you’re not in peak condition, you tire more<br />
easily. Your mind remembers what your body used to do, but<br />
when you try to jump back into sports, you pull a muscle, tweak a<br />
tendon, or discover that a reflex is not quite as sharp. You get hurt.<br />
So as we get older, it becomes more imperative to maintain some<br />
form of conditioning even during the off-season.<br />
Withdrawal from regular exercise can have negative effects on<br />
both body and mind. Some of these are intuitive or obvious, while<br />
others are more subtle. For example, if you stop working out,<br />
you’d naturally expect muscles to atrophy and stamina to decline.<br />
However, your joints’ articular chondrocytes also need motion<br />
to stimulate joint fluid production and a healthy, strong articular<br />
surface structure. No exercise leads to weaker, stiffer joints.<br />
Some individuals need to dump stress after a hard day at work.<br />
Others crave the release of the “endorphin rush,” the after-effects<br />
of prolonged anaerobic activity. Not getting a chance to release this<br />
stress can create anxiety and/or depression.<br />
There are some interesting effects that were described at a national<br />
neuroscience meeting showing the benefits of routine exercise in<br />
animal models. Animals allowed to exercise form new neurons<br />
in the memory center of the brain, the hippocampus. After three<br />
weeks of daily exercise these animals problem-solve better than<br />
their non-exercise controls. Further, when subjected to stress,<br />
they cope with it better. If they’re then prohibited from exercise,<br />
by three weeks the new neuron formation declines and they<br />
eventually revert back to levels of the non-exercise group.<br />
So if you’re over 40 and enjoy recreational sports, consider<br />
maintaining some degree of conditioning such as a lighter balance<br />
of cardio workouts and strength training so you don’t fall back and<br />
lose your edge. Besides losing strength and endurance as we age,<br />
more subtly, we also lose reflexes, balance, and flexibility.<br />
In future issues of <strong>PRO</strong> Pulse we’ll explore two disciplines that you<br />
can apply, when you’re not training hard, to excel in an upcoming<br />
sport: Pilates and yoga. These activities build core strength,<br />
confidence, balance, flexibility, and an inner peace to help with<br />
everyday stress. Stay tuned.<br />
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Give Mom what she really wants...<br />
ME TIME<br />
Mother’s Day is May 12 th<br />
Gift Cards<br />
The perfect size, the perfect color, the perfect<br />
gift. Let Mom choose her “Me Time” with<br />
personal training, spa services, retail therapy, The<br />
Bistro dining, yoga classes, and so much more.<br />
Mother’s Day Bonus<br />
April 22 - May 12<br />
Receive a free Crème de Peche Voluspa luxury candle<br />
with your gift card purchase of $125 or more. While<br />
supplies last. One gift per member.
MeTime Gifts for me<br />
at The Spa<br />
Every good mom deserves a break. A mom alone, at<br />
peace and being pampered, is the best break of all.<br />
Me, Myself & I<br />
Mom’s ultimate time-out includes a 60-minute<br />
Relaxation Massage, a 60-minute Personalized Facial, and<br />
an Essential Pedicure. Pure bliss!<br />
Member from $275 | Non-member from $300<br />
(gratuities not included)<br />
Time for Me<br />
One treatment is divine. Two are even better. Choose<br />
from The Spa’s most requested treatments. Select<br />
two choices from a 60-minute Personalized Massage,<br />
60-minute Personalized Facial, Signature Manicure or<br />
Signature Pedicure.<br />
Member from $110 - $245<br />
Non-member from $120 - $265<br />
*price varies according to service combinations<br />
All about Me<br />
Mom’s the star of the show and she’ll look the part with<br />
a Royal Blow-Out and professional makeup make-up<br />
application. Add to her fun with eye lash extensions,<br />
available at an additional cost.<br />
Member from $95 | Non-member from $105<br />
All “Me Time” packages scheduled Mother’s Day<br />
weekend (Friday, May 10th - Sunday, May 12th) receive<br />
a complimentary Me-Mosa, a non-alcoholic beverage<br />
she’s sure to enjoy. Prices listed do not include service<br />
charges or gratuities.<br />
Flowers for Mom!<br />
Thank Mom with a lush, beautiful bouquet of<br />
garden flowers in fresh spring colors. Add a fabulous<br />
finishing touch with the award-winning Fran’s salted<br />
caramels. Order by May 10th for delivery. Call the<br />
floral studio at (425) 869-4716 to speak to our expert<br />
designers or order <strong>online</strong> at proclub.com/flowers.<br />
Peace and Quiet<br />
Give Mom a break from the kiddos for some extra<br />
special “Me Time.” Discovery Bay offers licensed care for<br />
up to ten hours, seven days a week.<br />
Clean my Chariot<br />
Banish kid crumbs, fingerprints, and other yucky stuff<br />
with a clean car for Mom, and receive a Mother’s Day<br />
bonus. Choose from a free windshield rain repellant (a<br />
$19.95 value) or a free all surface wipe down (a $21.95<br />
value) with any Auto Salon service of $50 or more that<br />
includes interior and exterior cleaning.<br />
Offer valid for appointments between May 8th and<br />
May 14th. Stop by or call The Auto Salon.<br />
Retail Therapy<br />
Shop at our boutique for apparel, accessories, and fitness<br />
gear and select from her favorites like Calvin Klein, The<br />
North Face and Roxy, along with today’s hottest trends<br />
from Michael Kors, Miss Me Jeans, and more.<br />
Mother’s Day Brunch<br />
May 12th, 10 am – 3 pm | $ 39 per person or $ 16 (ages 5-12)<br />
Express your appreciation for Mom by giving her a day filled with special memories she’ll cherish. Our delicious and<br />
popular buffet features favorites like Northwest seafood, carved prime rib, an omelet station, 20/20 items, breakfast<br />
<strong>PRO</strong>tatoes, an assortment of salads, an array of desserts and more. In addition to enjoying our tasty brunch, Mom will<br />
receive a complimentary Me-mosa, a special beverage she’s sure to enjoy.<br />
For reservations, please email our event coordinator, Monica Dolan, at mdolan@proclub.com or call (425) 895-6592.
The salon<br />
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Ombré Nature-<br />
Springs by L’Oreal<br />
Professionnel<br />
With a non-fussy,<br />
relaxed summer<br />
style, the right hair<br />
color makes all the<br />
difference.<br />
Retro<br />
Nouveau<br />
By Richelle McLaughlin, L’Oreal Professional Hair Expert<br />
Classic, sophisticated beauty never goes out of style. So it’s no<br />
surprise that the hottest Hollywood hair trend is the “retro<br />
nouveau” (modern retro) look. If you watched the recent<br />
Oscars, you may have noticed the romantic waves, the sultry<br />
curls and the loose volume among the celebrities on the red<br />
carpet. Even more striking were the gorgeous, vibrant hair colors.<br />
This season, a soft blend of natural tones and nature’s highlights<br />
gives hair a shiny, luminescent glow. Whether your style leans<br />
more towards demure sweetness or bold red carpet glamour,<br />
you’ll love your natural, multi-dimensional locks as you create<br />
your very own classic beauty.<br />
Enhance and extend your hair<br />
color with a gloss treatment.<br />
Opt for a post-color gloss with<br />
your next hair color treatment to<br />
enhance the shine, protect your<br />
hair from damage, lock in color<br />
and add longevity to your colored<br />
or highlighted hair. The gloss can<br />
last up to four weeks and also<br />
makes hair more manageable and<br />
easier to style.<br />
Finish your style with L’Oreal<br />
Professionnel Mythic Oil for<br />
the ultimate Parisian hairstyle.<br />
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The spa<br />
Travel in<br />
Spa Style<br />
Whether vacation or business<br />
trip, make your journey more<br />
comfortable and relaxing with<br />
these travel tips from the<br />
experts at The Spa.<br />
Before You Take Off<br />
During Your Trip<br />
Readjust with Ease<br />
Keep hydrated. Limit the amount<br />
of salt and alcohol consumed<br />
the day before and the day of<br />
travel but drink plenty of water.<br />
Herbal teas such as ginger and<br />
chamomile can also help keep<br />
you hydrated.<br />
Give your immune system a<br />
boost and keep up with your<br />
multivitamin, fish oil, calcium and<br />
vitamin D. Exercise, low stress<br />
and adequate sleep can also help<br />
improve immunity.<br />
“I love Sea-bands for<br />
motion sickness (they’re<br />
also great for nausea in<br />
general, especially during<br />
pregnancy).”<br />
~ Mindy, Massage Therapist<br />
Calm your digestion by sipping<br />
peppermint or ginger tea.<br />
Drinking warm water throughout<br />
the day also helps to keep<br />
your digestive system working<br />
smoothly. A hint of lemon will<br />
aid in stimulating digestion and<br />
flushing out unwanted toxins.<br />
Hydrate internally and externally<br />
with water, moisturizer and lip<br />
treatment. Avoid caffeine as this<br />
will cause dehydration. Aim to<br />
have a cup (8 oz) of water for<br />
each hour you’re on the airplane<br />
to ensure adequate hydration<br />
and to decrease water retention.<br />
Improve circulation by<br />
stimulating the bottom of your<br />
feet during flight with a Rubz ball.<br />
Wear loose-fitting clothing with<br />
comfortable shoes and walk as<br />
much as possible while on the<br />
plane or at the airport.<br />
Relieve any aches and pains with<br />
a massage. Shiatsu is known to<br />
increase circulation and enhance<br />
well-being.<br />
Jet lag? Wind down with a warm<br />
shower and use lavender essential<br />
oil to assist with relaxation and<br />
sleep. An eye pillow can help<br />
create a darkened environment<br />
for sleep, no matter the time<br />
of day. Try to adjust to the new<br />
time zone upon arrival, but<br />
allow yourself one day per hour<br />
difference to recover when you<br />
return home.<br />
“A Phytomer Oligomer bath<br />
is a revitalizing solution for<br />
jet lag. Our guests rave about<br />
the results.”<br />
~ Carol, Massage Therapist<br />
Travel Checklist<br />
□ Keep your nails looking fabulous,<br />
whether you’re on the go or<br />
relaxing on the beach with a Shellac<br />
manicure and pedicure. The hybrid<br />
of gel and polish keeps your nails<br />
vacation-ready up to 10 days with<br />
high gloss shine and without chips<br />
or smudges.<br />
□ Did you know that Shiatsu can be<br />
beneficial before travel? Shiatsu<br />
can help increase circulation and<br />
decrease discomfort, a key to<br />
relaxation and preparation for travel.<br />
□ Whether a brow or bikini wax,<br />
these services are essential prior to<br />
your vacation destination.<br />
□ Exfoliate away dead skin cells as<br />
you achieve a soft, smooth glow<br />
with the Perfect Body Scrub body<br />
treatment.<br />
□ Be beach ready, before the beach.<br />
Our salon experts will give your<br />
hair that “sun-kissed” look even if<br />
you’re headed to a work retreat.<br />
Photos: Gerald Pope; istockphoto.com<br />
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While traveling, for<br />
extra hydration, I<br />
use an eye serum in<br />
conjunction with a<br />
rich eye balm. I love<br />
SkinCeuticals AOX<br />
eye gel and eye balm. I<br />
keep them in the minibar.<br />
They’re great for<br />
puffy, tired eyes.”<br />
- Monique, Esthetician<br />
“Sunscreen is an absolute necessity. I<br />
use SkinCeuticals Physical Fusion UV<br />
Defense SPF50. A good hand cream is<br />
also a must with all the hand washing<br />
while traveling. I use Gehwol Gerlan<br />
Hand Cream.”<br />
- Jessica, Hair Designer<br />
Apply SkinCeuticals Hydrating B5 Gel to<br />
your face before you head outdoors or<br />
onto an airplane. Not only will your skin love<br />
the boost of moisture it receives, but the gel<br />
also provides a protective barrier against the<br />
harsh elements and the vitamin B5 assists<br />
with tissue repair.” ~ Monique, Esthetician<br />
“Skip the hotel shampoo. Bring along travel<br />
sizes of Pureology shampoo and conditioner<br />
to maintain your beautiful hair color. I also<br />
like to refresh my hair with Oribe Anti-<br />
Humidity spray after a long flight or before<br />
going into a humid city.”<br />
- Jessica, Hair Designer<br />
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pro sports club my best 10<br />
Erika<br />
Cravens<br />
age: 40<br />
Photos: Arlene Chambers Photography<br />
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The program<br />
reinvigorated my<br />
passion for health<br />
and fitness.<br />
My Best 10 exceeded my expectations. While I knew<br />
I’d be successful in losing the 10 pounds, what I didn’t<br />
expect was to LOVE my body for the first time in my<br />
life. The weight came off quickly and I’m the fittest I’ve<br />
ever been. I’m still shocked when I put on old clothes<br />
and find myself swimming in them. Also, I rarely have<br />
stomach upset. Having<br />
battled debilitating<br />
heartburn and digestive<br />
issues since my<br />
childhood, this is<br />
such a relief.<br />
The program reinvigorated my passion for health and fitness.<br />
While I’ve always been good at exercising three or four times a<br />
week and eating balanced meals, traveling between Seattle and<br />
Chicago every month for the past seven years, combined with a<br />
herniated disc and Achilles tendonitis, resulted in weight gain. All<br />
in all, I didn’t feel healthy even if everyone told me I looked good.<br />
My Best 10 was a perfect fit for what I wanted to achieve. Not<br />
only did the program focus on diet and exercise, but it also had a<br />
plan to care for my skin and hair. I just needed that extra push and<br />
guidance to get back to a healthy place in my life. It was my 40th<br />
birthday present.<br />
In my spare time, I love to try out new recipes and entertain small<br />
groups. I’d always thought of myself as a bit of a nutrition expert.<br />
How wrong I was! I learned more about various foods and the<br />
right and wrong things to eat than I could have imagined. I also<br />
learned that the quality of the products you put in your body, on<br />
your face, and in your hair make a huge difference. I’ve received so<br />
many compliments since I’ve started taking better care of myself.<br />
Having a trainer three days a week was ideal for me. He does a<br />
great job of challenging me and changing the routine to ensure<br />
that I get the best results. Due to my training, my core and overall<br />
body strength has allowed me to run again. Having moved back<br />
to Seattle a year ago, I’m excited to get back to hiking, biking,<br />
snowshoeing, cross-country skiing, tennis, and playing golf with<br />
friends.<br />
There are so many more things I could list, but the absolute best<br />
thing about My Best 10 is all the people I worked with along the<br />
way. They are all truly wonderful, caring people who made me feel<br />
valued and important. Their positive attitude throughout and all<br />
the special thoughts, quick notes to check in, and little touches<br />
made it a wonderful experience.<br />
There are three things that have helped me to not only maintain,<br />
but also improve my results. I track my food every day, I’ve stuck<br />
to personal training twice a week, and, most importantly, my<br />
trainers (Conner Gavin and Emily Bissett) and I have worked<br />
together to find a new goal that requires accountability to<br />
achieve success. I recently competed in a body building swimsuit<br />
competition, the 2013 Tanji Johnson Classic Vancouver Natural<br />
Bodybuilding and Physique Championship. While it was out of<br />
my usual comfort zone, it was really exciting, especially when I<br />
WON the Over 40 category!<br />
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medical spa<br />
DR. LEVY’S TOP<br />
Look and feel your very best with these recommended “must-haves” from<br />
Cosmetic Dermatologist Daniel Levy.<br />
Photofacial/IPL<br />
Eliminate sun spots and<br />
broken capillaries while helping<br />
stimulate collagen with this<br />
intense pulse light treatment.<br />
SkinMedica ®<br />
Vitalize Peel ®<br />
Improve acne and<br />
discoloration with a<br />
combination of exfoliating<br />
acids and retinol. Significant<br />
results after just one<br />
treatment, with no burning<br />
and no downtime.<br />
3<br />
Laser Hair Removal<br />
The best solution for unwanted hair. Our<br />
state-of-the-art LightSheer® Duet Laser<br />
covers a large treatment area with virtually<br />
no discomfort in minimal time.<br />
4<br />
SkinMedica ®<br />
TNS Essential Serum <br />
Essential protection against aging. This<br />
powerhouse cocktail contains a potent<br />
mixture of antioxidants, peptides, and<br />
other innovative ingredients to reduce the<br />
appearance of fine lines, while tightening<br />
and enhancing skin tone and texture.<br />
Lighten and<br />
rejuvenate your skin<br />
Lighten and rejuvenate your<br />
skin HQRA+ is an exclusive<br />
Medical Spa skin lightening<br />
and rejuvenating cream<br />
which is extremely effective<br />
at spot treating areas of<br />
hyperpigmentation.<br />
Brow Lift<br />
Don’t let those frown lines diminish your<br />
attractiveness or approachability. Dr. Levy’s<br />
microdroplet technique with Botox provides a<br />
non-surgical brow lift and an overall natural,<br />
refreshed appearance.<br />
Photos: Gerald Pope Photography; Getty Images<br />
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7<br />
Non-surgical<br />
Facelift<br />
Enhance your face value. Lift<br />
the corners of your mouth with<br />
Juvederm and erase under-eye<br />
hollows with Restylane for an<br />
instant “liquid” lift.<br />
Thursday 5. 9.13 9-11 AM<br />
Gorgeously<br />
8<br />
LATISSE ®<br />
Grow longer, thicker,<br />
and darker lashes with<br />
the only FDA-approved<br />
prescription treatment.<br />
This product also helps<br />
thicken eyebrow hairs.<br />
Brunch<br />
with Dr. Daniel Levy<br />
You are invited to Age Gorgeously on<br />
May 9th. Join Cosmetic Dermatologist Dr.<br />
Daniel Levy and the Medical Spa at <strong>PRO</strong><br />
<strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Club</strong> for brunch from 9 to 11 a.m.<br />
to learn about the latest breakthroughs in<br />
non-surgical procedures, treatments and<br />
products, along with tips to enhance your<br />
beauty. Complimentary consultations and<br />
live demonstrations included. Plus, you’ll<br />
enjoy door prizes, a delicious buffet brunch<br />
and special pricing on cosmetic dermatology<br />
services. Sign up today as space is limited.<br />
Lunchtime Lipo<br />
SmartLipo is a safe, effective solution to<br />
those extra pockets of fat that are hard to<br />
get rid of, such as the neck area or “bra<br />
rolls,” which can be treated quickly and with<br />
virtually no downtime.<br />
9<br />
$35 (redeemable toward skin care products or services)<br />
Email medicalspa@proclub.com or call<br />
425.861.6281 to reserve.<br />
before<br />
10<br />
Cosmetic Mole<br />
Removal<br />
Unwanted moles can be easily<br />
removed without scarring or<br />
“track marks.” Visit the Medical<br />
Spa for your annual screening.<br />
after<br />
Available June 10-14<br />
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Lines<br />
$ per unit<br />
12 of Botox®<br />
Save $ 100<br />
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Schedule today<br />
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fitness center<br />
One Step at a Time<br />
By Erin E. Hauch, Personal Trainer<br />
When I first met Kristen Booth, her goals were very modest. She<br />
wanted to get in shape and tone up – and maybe attempt a 5K.<br />
Just after two and a half months of training, Kristen ran her first<br />
5K on Mercer Island and became hooked on running. She has<br />
well exceeded her initial goals and is now in great shape, having<br />
accomplished multiple 5Ks, 10Ks, and even a half marathon series.<br />
Last May, after successfully completing her first half marathon<br />
in Orange County, California, she wanted to see if she could<br />
complete the Beach City Half Marathon series, which included<br />
two additional half marathons in Southern California. In<br />
preparation for the Long Beach Half Marathon, she ran the<br />
Woodinville Half Marathon in October 2012. After completing<br />
yet another race, her confidence in the half marathon kept<br />
increasing and she was ready to take on race two of the series. In<br />
her training, we worked on keeping her core strong throughout<br />
running, which helped alleviate some low back pain she used<br />
to experience prior to training. October came around and once<br />
again, Kristen successfully completed the second race of the Beach<br />
City series. Next on the bucket list was the Surf City Marathon in<br />
February. Motivation was harder to come by with the cold, dreary<br />
weather, but Kristen stayed diligent throughout her training. She<br />
has learned to trust her running capabilities and even if she has a<br />
bad day, she knows it comes with the territory of running. Kristen’s<br />
race in February went exceptionally well and she had a personal<br />
record in her final half marathon race of the Beach City series.<br />
Kristen has embraced a<br />
lifestyle of fitness, not<br />
only for herself but for<br />
her family as well. It’s been<br />
inspiring to watch her excel<br />
from a trainer’s standpoint.<br />
She gives 110 percent<br />
each session, has increased<br />
her strength exponentially,<br />
become a great runner, and<br />
is more than willing to try any new<br />
exercise. Kristen encouraged her husband, Mike, to try personal<br />
training. Both of them have now been training consistently for the<br />
past two years.<br />
Kristen is a mother of three boys, a 13-yr-old and twin 5-yr-olds.<br />
Although they keep her busy, her dedication to fitness allows her<br />
to keep up with their high energy lives. To keep the family active,<br />
they boat, hike, swim, play in the park, and enjoy Family Fun<br />
Nights at <strong>PRO</strong> <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Club</strong>.<br />
I have immensely enjoyed training Kristen these past two years.<br />
Watching her reach her goals, keep a balanced life, and maintain a<br />
high level of fitness is inspiring each and every day, not only to me<br />
but to her family and friends as well.<br />
Photos: Gerald Pope; istockphoto.com<br />
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Keep<br />
Showing<br />
Up<br />
By<br />
Jami Wetmore<br />
Photos: Aaron Dixon Photograph<br />
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I’ve struggled with an ongoing love-hate relationship with food,<br />
weight, and body image my whole life. Emotional eating, stress<br />
eating, and reward eating, coupled with inactivity, caused me to<br />
gain weight. I’d get to my “panic weight,” start a new diet and lose<br />
weight, but then the old habits would start creep back in. After<br />
gaining 25 pounds in three months during a project at work, I<br />
knew something had to give. However, my fear of failure was huge.<br />
Losing and gaining weight for as long as I have makes you afraid to<br />
try yet another program.<br />
20/20 LifeStyles was my key to success. The support system<br />
included in the program was invaluable. I just committed myself<br />
to showing up and following the rules. In order to be successful,<br />
I made this program a top priority in my life. I wouldn’t<br />
compromise my preset appointments, even for a work conflict.<br />
Some of the videos in the program were made just for me. One<br />
message that really “clicked” was learning about blood sugar spikes<br />
and how to achieve satiety when choosing foods. I now know how<br />
to pair carbs with protein and how to monitor and track my food.<br />
The welcome environment of the club was another motivating<br />
factor to “keep showing up” (my mantra for success). I never felt<br />
like I didn’t belong here as I’ve felt in other places.<br />
Since completing the program, I’ve taken a few vacations, two<br />
of which were cruises. On both trips, I ate more and exercise less<br />
than I should have. However, each time I quickly lost any weight<br />
I gained, usually within a few days or a week at most. The secret?<br />
After each vacation and weekend indulgence, I’d get back to the<br />
basics, track my food, and stick to my workout plan. Each time<br />
I was amazed by how easy it was to lose the weight again. This<br />
taught me that I can manage the small ups and downs, as long as<br />
I get back on track. I also have an amazing personal trainer, Ame<br />
Coyle, who keeps me honest.<br />
Besides my “keep showing up” mantra and continuing to work out<br />
with my trainer, I also continue to see my group counselor every<br />
few weeks. This helps keep things in perspective and aids in my<br />
transition to being a thinner person. I never could have imagined<br />
that I’d be called “skinny” or “thin,” but it has happened. I also<br />
continue to visit my doctor every 10 weeks and my nutritionist<br />
a couple of times a year, just to check in. Creating this extension<br />
of the program for myself has helped me continue on the path of<br />
losing the weight and being healthy.<br />
Given my history of losing and regaining weight, I’ll always be<br />
mindful of where I’ve been and how I got here. I’ll continue to<br />
stay connected to the tools I learned and plan to “keep showing<br />
up.” Now when I take trips, I plan one activity that I wouldn’t or<br />
couldn’t do prior to my weight loss. I’ve been white water rafting<br />
on the Denali River in Alaska and run through the streets of<br />
Cozumel in The Amazing Cozumel Race (and running was never<br />
in my vocabulary!). I try to stay at hotels that have fitness centers. I<br />
still have to pinch myself that I’ve even accomplished this because<br />
it’s something I never thought possible.<br />
Anyone can do this. I think there are a lot of misconceptions about<br />
what it takes to make a change like this. Not once was I pushed<br />
beyond my comfort level with the exercise. I literally started on<br />
the treadmill, just walking. There was no need for “Biggest Loser”<br />
scare tactics or strenuous workouts. The trainers are skilled and<br />
know exactly what each person needs to be successful. I couldn’t be<br />
happier with my success and have loved working with each person<br />
I met along the way. I started last year wearing a size 24 jean, and I<br />
started this year in a size 6. Crazy!<br />
Weight lost:<br />
97 lbs<br />
Inches lost: Body fat:<br />
46.25” -14.8%<br />
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Adult Intro to Swimming students pictured left to right: Rozita, Lida, and Adam<br />
Afraid of Deep Water?<br />
You Can Conquer Your Fear<br />
By Helenita Jacobs, Swim Coach<br />
Currently, I’m somewhere in the middle of the journey. I feel<br />
emotionally stronger and more confident to meet problems with<br />
a cool and less agitated mind. This class has allowed me to build<br />
patience, know that there’s a path to improvement, and trust more<br />
in myself.” ~ Rozita<br />
“I adored being at the beach but would fall into a panic when<br />
stepping into the water. My husband encouraged me to sign up for<br />
swimming lessons, so I attended the free seminar for Adult Intro<br />
to Swimming. As I watched a video of former participants diving,<br />
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‘That’s a nice advertisement. Those people couldn’t possibly<br />
experience the same panic in the water as I.’ However, I decided<br />
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and wasn’t afraid to put my head in water! That was a pivotal<br />
point.<br />
The Adult Intro to Swimming class is based on the philosophy<br />
of being 100 percent confident in the water. Each drill is an<br />
opportunity to develop greater awareness of what’s happening in<br />
each moment and is followed by a discussion of the emotions we<br />
experience. When I tried this for the first time, I felt an incredible<br />
sense of freedom which I’d never experienced before. I could<br />
hardly believe that the water could be my friend, not an enemy.<br />
“I always envied people who could swim. My comfort zone was<br />
‘water below knees and no waves please.’ Being in my fifties and<br />
fully understanding how precious time is, last year I asked myself if<br />
there was anything I wanted to learn that would bring me pleasure<br />
and be good for my health. I realized that I wanted to learn how<br />
to swim. I was lucky to notice that Adult Intro to Swimming<br />
was being offered and have never regretted joining that class. I<br />
overcame most of my fears. I can now swim on my back and front,<br />
and dive and return to the surface. I’m working on becoming more<br />
comfortable in deep water and learning swimming techniques in<br />
freestyle and breaststroke. I can’t imagine any other activity that<br />
could make me happier!<br />
On a recent trip to Hawaii, I spent a lot of time in the water. I<br />
could swim and snorkel, but the most amazing experience I had<br />
was time spent ‘sitting’ in water with a couple of arm movements.<br />
Learning how to swim gave me more confidence. If I can swim,<br />
than I can do anything!” ~ Lida<br />
Photos: Gerald Pope<br />
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“I never took swim lessons until Adult Intro to Swimming. There were two main<br />
reasons: I now have a young son and if he ever falls over the side of a boat, I want to be<br />
able to rescue him. Also, he’s starting to take swim lessons and I wanted to join him in<br />
that experience.<br />
The core of the class is making sure that you remain in your comfort zone. The<br />
instructors offer suggestions on how to explore new techniques but never push you<br />
until you’re ready. As a student, you have to be in tune with how you feel and not set<br />
unrealistic expectations for yourself. If you trust your instincts and how the instructors<br />
evolve your lessons, you’ll get there.<br />
When I started the class almost a year ago, just walking in 3.5 feet of water made<br />
me anxious. Now I have a level of comfort where I can get into the water and feel in<br />
control. There’s still a lot to learn but it feels more like a matter of ‘when’ rather than<br />
‘if’ I’ll become a swimmer. This class has almost eliminated my fear of being near the<br />
water. There are still elements I have yet to explore, but I now have an understanding<br />
and confidence that I didn’t have before. And that understanding frees of a huge<br />
element of fear that hung over me my entire life. I’ve shared my experience with<br />
my son, who has his own reservations about swimming, to show him that you can<br />
overcome your fear if you keep working at it. I’m getting the chance to experience a<br />
whole new world that I never would have crossed into before. My ultimate goal is to<br />
be able to snorkel in Hawaii. And I hope to share the tactics I learned in class with my<br />
son as he continues his own journey.” ~ Adam<br />
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My Journey to Become a<br />
Triathlete<br />
By Eliza Arango-Vargus<br />
After losing almost 70 pounds in the 20/20 LifeStyles program<br />
with the assistance of my personal trainer, Penelope Thompson, I<br />
wanted to keep moving forward.<br />
Penelope made exercising fun and helped me find my “inner<br />
athlete.” She pushed my limits to a higher standard. I also had a<br />
great support system that cheered me on even when achieving the<br />
smallest milestone and made me accountable to being successful.<br />
Penelope, being a triathlete, always talked about how much<br />
she enjoyed the sport. I thought if Penelope, at age 60, could<br />
compete at the top of her age group, perhaps I could participate<br />
in this sport too. So, during the program, I began running on the<br />
treadmill. This gradually evolved into running outdoors together.<br />
The distances increased and my time improved. Before long, I<br />
realized that I actually enjoyed running.<br />
To become a triathlete, though, I needed to branch out to<br />
swimming and cycling as well. I was ready for more challenge.<br />
Penelope recommended that I consider joining the <strong>PRO</strong> <strong>Sports</strong><br />
<strong>Club</strong> Triathlon Team. I went to my first TRI Team meeting<br />
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in January and I was sold! As a TRI Team<br />
member, I’m on a carefully monitored training<br />
program that consists of not only running,<br />
swimming, and cycling, but group classes such<br />
as triathlon running development, triathlon<br />
swim training, and TRI Team workouts.<br />
Penelope and I have continued to stay<br />
connected and, with her help, I just bought my<br />
first road bike. Cycling is completely new to<br />
me and I was a bit intimidated by it. However,<br />
when we went on our first bike ride, I realized<br />
how much I would enjoy this sport. This spring<br />
and summer we plan to do some long Cascade<br />
Bike <strong>Club</strong> rides together and get in the lake for<br />
some open water swim training as well. In fact,<br />
I’ve set an entire triathlon race schedule which<br />
consists of six races, which range from sprint<br />
distance races at Moses Lake and Chelan to an<br />
Olympic distance race at Lake Stevens.<br />
...And the journey continues!<br />
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Sitting all Day? meet your new bff:<br />
The Foam Roller<br />
By Matt Kalkoske, Personal Trainer<br />
Have you experienced tightness in your back and<br />
shoulders from sitting too long at your desk or on<br />
an airplane? How about hip, knee, or low back<br />
pain from running? Or that night’s sleep where<br />
you woke up with a sore shoulder?<br />
With proper use, foam rolling can iron out those<br />
nagging aches and pains so that you can move<br />
more naturally and with increased mobility. Foam rolling exercises<br />
may be part of your pre-workout preparation, workout, postworkouts,<br />
or tune-up on rest days between workouts.<br />
Next to an actual deep tissue massage from a massage therapist,<br />
foam rolling is an easy and convenient way to treat your fascia and<br />
improve its quality on a daily basis. It’s a great quick fix you can<br />
do on your own, in between massage appointments. Of course,<br />
if you’re not getting the relief you desire, a massage should help.<br />
Shiatsu, offered at The Spa at <strong>PRO</strong> <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Club</strong> in Bellevue, targets<br />
the circulatory system through specific medium to strong pressure<br />
points that help rebalance your body.<br />
Fascia is the web-like sheath that surrounds every muscle, tendon,<br />
ligament, nerve, vein, and artery of the human body. To get a<br />
better visual of what your fascia looks like, picture uncooked<br />
chicken with the white covering that runs around the muscle and<br />
through it. Fascia supports your organs and joints from head to toe<br />
and is extremely rich in nerve supply. Your strength, flexibility, and<br />
fitness performance depend on its health.<br />
With proper direction in foam rolling, you can expect improved<br />
joint mobility, fascial flexibility, muscle tone (activity), range of<br />
motion, and blood flow. You’ll also experience decreased stiffness,<br />
muscle soreness and tension. Foam rolling also helps to break up<br />
adhesions (knots) and scar tissue surrounding muscles. Best of all,<br />
the effects are immediate.<br />
To use a foam roller, simply roll back and forth over your muscle<br />
groups. If you hit a tight (usually painful) area, pause and wait for<br />
the muscle to relax, and then continue rolling. Roll over the entire<br />
muscle length and pivot slightly into different angles over the tight<br />
spot. This will help to release the tension throughout your entire<br />
muscle, from bottom to top.<br />
The most common areas that often need be addressed, due to<br />
training demands or day-to-day life, are the upper back, lats/<br />
armpits, outer thigh/IT band, quads, hamstrings, glutes, and<br />
calves.<br />
To learn the proper technique, posture, and select the correct type<br />
of foam roller suited to your fitness level and training demands,<br />
seek the assistance of a personal trainer.<br />
Think of foam rolling as the simplest way to maintain the function<br />
of your body as if it were a machine. Maintain it to the best of<br />
your ability so you can live a strong and healthy life for many years<br />
to come.<br />
Photos: Gerald Pope<br />
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SEATTLE GROUP FITNESS<br />
Members only. Ages 14 and older unless otherwise<br />
stated. All classes and/or instructors are subject to<br />
change without notice.<br />
R = Strength Training: uses dumbbells, body<br />
bars, flex-bands, medicine balls, or springs<br />
= Cardiovascular Fitness<br />
= Mind and Body<br />
• = Body Weight Training: uses your own body<br />
weight as resistance<br />
= Includes agility or sport-like movements<br />
0 = Concentrates on core muscles and body<br />
stabilization<br />
= Flexibility and Stretching<br />
FREE CLASSES<br />
ENROLLMENT CLASSES<br />
Register prior to first day of class at the Concierge Desk<br />
or call (206) 332-1873. Due to the progressive nature of<br />
the class format, pro-rated sign-ups or refunds for missed<br />
classes are not available. If minimum enrollment is not<br />
fulfilled by the 7 th of each month, class will be cancelled.<br />
Boot Camp Blitz<br />
R•0<br />
Get prepared for a body blast that will transform your<br />
fitness level. Includes high intensity body weight exercises<br />
focused on developing core strength and stability,<br />
calisthenics to get your heart racing, and resistance<br />
training to increase your muscle endurance.<br />
Dates May 2-June 27<br />
Times T/TH, 6:15-7:25 a.m.<br />
COST $117 Member<br />
Warrior Dash Training Package<br />
Blood, sweat, tears, obstacles … and mud! Will you<br />
survive or thrive? Join our trainers for 10 group runs<br />
utilizing interval running, resistance training, and<br />
plyometric movements to get you in top shape for the<br />
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Dates May 4-July 13 (no class 5/25)<br />
Times SAT, 8-9 a.m.<br />
COST $220 Member<br />
FLEXIBLE CLASSES<br />
1 punch card (10 classes) = $30, 1 class = $5.<br />
Redeemable in both Bellevue and Seattle locations.<br />
Circuit Conditioning<br />
R•0<br />
Intense combinations of cardio segments, resistance<br />
training, and strength movements to enhance your overall<br />
performance and well-being.<br />
Times T, TH, 9:30-10:25 a.m.<br />
TRX Total Body<br />
•0<br />
Turn your workout upside down and redefine your body<br />
without lifting a single weight! Build strength, power, and<br />
balance using your own body weight in this unique class.<br />
Times SAT, 10-10:55 a.m.<br />
M, 6-6:55 p.m. (no class 5/27)<br />
W, 6-6:55 p.m. (Advanced Class)<br />
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Get ready for some serious body conditioning. Challenge<br />
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Times T, 6:45-7:40 p.m.<br />
ZUMBA ® fitness<br />
Experience Latin-inspired dance moves and eclectic<br />
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Times SAT, 10-10:55 a.m.<br />
M, 6-6:55 p.m. (no class 5/27)<br />
W, 7:30-8:25 p.m.<br />
<strong>PRO</strong>fusion CLASSES<br />
1 punch card (10 classes) = $50, 1 class = $6.50.<br />
Redeemable in both Bellevue and Seattle locations.<br />
Vinyasa Flow Yoga<br />
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•0<br />
Experience a combination of movement and breath in<br />
flowing postures to build core strength and bring focus to<br />
your body and mind.<br />
Times SAT, 11:05 a.m.-12:20 p.m.<br />
T, 6:45-7:40 p.m.<br />
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Dive-On-In Junior Lifeguarding<br />
Camp (Ages 9-14)<br />
Keep your kids active as they learn valuable<br />
lifesaving skills. They’ll get a taste of what it<br />
takes to be a lifeguard as they learn lifeguarding,<br />
CPR, swimming, and first aid skills. Must be<br />
able to comfortably swim 50 yards. Lunch will be<br />
provided.<br />
July 22-26 or August 19-23<br />
M-F, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.<br />
$300 Member, $330 Non-Member Child of<br />
Member, $360 Non-Member<br />
BASKETBALL<br />
HOOPS CAMP<br />
This camp is dedicated to teaching campers the<br />
fundamentals of the game in both drill stations<br />
and game situations. Camp also includes lunch<br />
and a camp certificate.<br />
Indoor Hoops Camp<br />
Ages 6-12, Beg.-Int.<br />
July 15-19 or August 12-16<br />
Ages 9-15, Int.-Adv.<br />
July 22-26<br />
Outdoor Hoops Camp (Ages 9-15, Int.-Adv.)<br />
Drop off is at the turf soccer field at Grass Lawn<br />
Park on 148th Ave. N.E. The camp begins with<br />
warm-ups before heading to the basketball courts.<br />
At noon, <strong>PRO</strong> <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Club</strong> shuttles will transport<br />
the campers back to the club for the second part<br />
of the camp. Pick up is in the Pavilion. Please<br />
wear sunscreen.<br />
July 8-12, July 22-26, August 5-9, or August<br />
19-23<br />
Times & Cost<br />
M-F, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.<br />
$300 Member, $325 Non-Member Child of<br />
Member, $350 Non-Member<br />
$20 price increase unless registered within one<br />
week of the camp start date.<br />
VARSITY HOOPS SKILLS CAMP<br />
Team Camp (Int.-Adv.)<br />
A successful team begins with great coaching to<br />
sharpen skills, motivate, build team morale, and<br />
have fun. Don’t miss this chance. Sign up your<br />
child’s team for camp. We’ll assign a coach to your<br />
team of 5-10 players. Be the best team out there!<br />
June 24-28<br />
M-F, 9:30-11:30 a.m. (Grades 4-5)<br />
M-F, 1:30-3:30 p.m. (Grades 6-8)<br />
programs calendar<br />
Shooting Camp (Int.-Adv.)<br />
Everyone wants to score points for their team.<br />
This camp equips you with a practice routine<br />
guaranteed to help you find success at scoring<br />
and becoming an offensive threat. Fine-tune<br />
your technique with concentrated repetition and<br />
simulated game conditions, practicing shots from<br />
game spots at game speed using the Shoot-A-Way<br />
machine and other top level training tools.<br />
July 29-August 2<br />
M-F, 9:30-11:30 a.m. (Grades 4-5)<br />
M-F, 1:30-3:30 p.m. (Grades 6-8)<br />
Ball Handling Camp (Int.-Adv.)<br />
Strengthen your off hand, develop your passing<br />
ability and court vision, and learn the mental<br />
aspects that you need to lead your team. Learn<br />
how to handle the ball under pressure, during<br />
traps, and double teams. Come away knowing<br />
how to create more assists and lower your team’s<br />
turnovers.<br />
August 26-30<br />
M-F, 9:30-11:30 a.m. (Grades 4-5)<br />
M-F, 1:30-3:30 p.m. (Grades 6-8)<br />
Cost<br />
$100 Member, $120 Non-Member Child of<br />
Member, $140 Non-Member<br />
discovery bay<br />
Super Camp Jr. (Ages 3-5)<br />
We call this camp “super” because it’s super fun<br />
and filled with loads of exciting activities for your<br />
child. Campers enjoy a variety of instructor-led<br />
sessions including movement, science, crafts,<br />
swimming, lunch, and snacks.<br />
June 24-28, July 8-12, July 15-19, July 22-26,<br />
July 29-August 2, August 5-9, August 12-16, or<br />
August 19-23<br />
M-F, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.<br />
$350 Member, $420 Non-Member Child of<br />
Member, $440 Non-Member<br />
Schedule:<br />
9-10:30 a.m. (Motion Commotion)<br />
10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. (Creation Station)<br />
12-1 p.m. (Lunch/Play Time)<br />
1-3 p.m. (Pool Time)<br />
Super Safe Sitters (Ages 11-15)<br />
Gain skills and confidence to become a Safe<br />
Sitter® with this babysitting course. Young<br />
adolescents learn the responsibility of nurturing<br />
and protecting children with skilled experts, while<br />
also enjoying swimming and other fun activities.<br />
June 24-28<br />
M-F, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.<br />
$305 Member, $366 Non-Member Child of<br />
Member, $395 Non-Member<br />
Pavilion<br />
All Sport CAMP (Ages 6-12)<br />
This camp offers basketball, soccer, kickball,<br />
dodgeball, floor hockey, laser tag, inflatables,<br />
idance, swimming, and more. Swimwear and<br />
a swim test are required daily for all aquatics<br />
activities. Camp also includes lunch and a t-shirt<br />
or ball.<br />
Indoor All Sport Camp<br />
TH/F, June 20-21<br />
M/T/W/F, July 1-5 (no class 7/4)<br />
M-F, June 24-28, July 15-19, July 29-August<br />
2, August 12-16, or August 26-30<br />
Outdoor All Sport Camp<br />
Drop off is at the turf soccer field at Grass Lawn<br />
Park on 148th Ave. N.E. At noon, <strong>PRO</strong> <strong>Sports</strong><br />
<strong>Club</strong> shuttles will transport the campers back to<br />
the club for the 2nd part of the camp. Pick up is<br />
in the Pavilion. Please wear sunscreen.<br />
M-F, July 8-12, July 22-26, August 5-9, or<br />
August 19-23<br />
Times & Cost<br />
9 a.m.-4 p.m.<br />
$140-$300 Member, $160-$325 Non-Member<br />
Child of Member, $180-$350 Non-Member<br />
$20 price increase if registered within one week of<br />
the camp start date.<br />
Racquetball<br />
JUNIOR Racquetball Summer<br />
Camp (Ages 7-17)<br />
Whether you’ve played before, or never picked<br />
up a racquet, these camps will teach the basic<br />
techniques and strategy of racquetball, while<br />
having fun.<br />
July 8-9 or August 5-6<br />
M/T, 2-3:30 p.m.<br />
$85 Member, $102 Non-Member Child of<br />
Member, $121 Non-Member<br />
SOCCER Arena<br />
sOCCER CAMP<br />
Join us for a fun-filled camp playing the world’s<br />
most popular sport! Improve your game with our<br />
expert coaching staff. Focus on fundamental<br />
skills, strategy, and lots of play. Camp also<br />
includes lunch and a t-shirt or soccer ball. Please<br />
bring soccer shoes (not cleats) and shin guards<br />
to class.<br />
Indoor Soccer Camp<br />
Ages 6-12, Beg.-Int.<br />
M/T/W/F, July 1-5 (no class 7/4)<br />
M-F, June 24-28, July 29-August 2, or August<br />
26-30<br />
Ages 9-15, Int.-Adv.<br />
M-F, July 15-19 or August 12-16<br />
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Prices subject to change without notice.
Outdoor Soccer Camp (Ages 7-14, Int.-Adv.)<br />
Drop off will be at the turf soccer field at Grass<br />
Lawn Park on 148th Ave. N.E. Pick up is at the<br />
Indoor Soccer Arena located across the street<br />
from <strong>PRO</strong> <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Club</strong> at 4608 148th Ave. N.E.,<br />
Redmond, WA. Please wear sunscreen.<br />
M-F, July 8-12, July 22-26, August 5-9, or<br />
August 19-23<br />
Times & Cost<br />
9 a.m.-4 p.m.<br />
$240-$300 Member, $260-$325 Non-Member<br />
Child of Member, $280-$350 Non-Member<br />
$20 price increase unless registered within one<br />
week of the camp start date.<br />
TENNIS<br />
SUMMER <strong>PRO</strong>GRAMS<br />
J.E.T. League (Ages 10-18)<br />
The Junior Eastside Tennis League is for unranked<br />
junior players from the Eastside and Seattle areas.<br />
Matches with various local clubs are scheduled<br />
every Friday during the summer months. The<br />
<strong>PRO</strong> <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Club</strong>’s team consists of 50 players<br />
with coaching from USPTA certified pros. This is<br />
a great way to get over 100 hours of practice play.<br />
Certificates awarded for each junior’s progress.<br />
Must have pro’s approval to enroll, contact the<br />
Tennis Department at (425) 861-6230.<br />
June 17-August 23 (no class 7/4)<br />
M-TH, 1:30-3 p.m. (matches)<br />
F, 12-3 p.m. (practice)<br />
$450 Member, $540 Non-Member Child of<br />
Member, $675 Non-Member<br />
Sign up<br />
today<br />
One-Week Tennis Camps<br />
Have a smashing week of tennis! Led by our<br />
USPTA staff, this week of fun includes intensive<br />
practice on stroke mechanics, the ball machine,<br />
rules, scoring, and much more. All levels<br />
welcome. Certificates will be awarded. No prorates.<br />
Ages 4-7<br />
June 24-28, July 8-12, July 22-26, or August<br />
5-9<br />
M-F, 9-10 a.m.<br />
$150 Member, $180 Non-Member Child of<br />
Member, $220 Non-Member<br />
Ages 8-12<br />
June 17-21, July 1-5 (no class 7/4),<br />
July 15-19, July 29-August 2,<br />
or August 12-16<br />
M-F, 9-10:30 a.m.<br />
$170 Member, $204 Non-Member Child of<br />
Member, $244 Non-Member<br />
Ages 13-18<br />
June 17-21, July 1-5 (no class 7/4),<br />
July 15-19, July 29-August 2,<br />
or August 12-16<br />
M-F, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.<br />
$170 Member, $204 Non-Member Child of<br />
Member, $244 Non-Member<br />
at the Concierge Desk<br />
or call (425) 885-5566. Space<br />
is limited. Registration<br />
deadline is one week prior to<br />
each camp start date.<br />
programs calendar<br />
EXTENDED CHILDCARE<br />
Reservations strongly recommended for members.<br />
Hours:<br />
January 1, 2013 - June 19, 2013<br />
Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-8:30 p.m.<br />
Saturday-Sunday, 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.<br />
Bellevue Members AND Guests<br />
Members remaining on-site will receive a 5%<br />
discount (excluding One-on-One Care). Prices<br />
subject to change without notice.<br />
Age<br />
Cost<br />
6 weeks - 11 months $8.50/hour<br />
12 months - 4 years $8/hour<br />
5 - 9 years $7.50/hour<br />
One-on-One Care<br />
$15.50/hour*<br />
*5% discount does not apply.<br />
Please arrange in advance by calling<br />
(425) 861-6247.<br />
FULL DAY CAMP<br />
LUNCH MENU<br />
<strong>PRO</strong> <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Club</strong> provides lunch for full day<br />
campers.<br />
sample menu<br />
Monday<br />
Tuesday<br />
Wednesday<br />
Thursday<br />
Friday<br />
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Turkey dog<br />
Chicken tenders<br />
Pasta with red sauce<br />
Cheese quesadillas<br />
Pizza<br />
Additional items may include Sun Chips, carrots,<br />
yogurt, grapes, cookies, and assorted juices.<br />
If your child has dietary restrictions<br />
including, but not limited to food allergies<br />
(nuts, wheat, etc.), vegetarian/vegan,<br />
lactose intolerance, etc., PLEASE notify<br />
the camp instructor and/or provide a<br />
lunch for your child.<br />
Sign up today<br />
at the Concierge Desk or call<br />
(425) 885-5566. Space is limited.<br />
Prices subject to change without notice.<br />
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AQUATICS<br />
Visit proclub.com for dates, times, and cost.<br />
programs calendar<br />
<strong>PRO</strong> <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Club</strong>’s Aquatic Center teaches more kids<br />
how to swim than anywhere else in the state. Our<br />
exclusive program combines the best of several nationally<br />
recognized cutting-edge techniques to develop more<br />
efficient swimmers while instilling confidence. Our<br />
instructors are experts with individuals of all ages and<br />
abilities. They specialize in providing an enjoyable,<br />
comfortable experience.<br />
Chaperone Service<br />
Enjoy the convenience of allowing us to escort your child<br />
from Discovery Bay to their group swim lesson and back.<br />
A $2.50 fee per day applies. Service available Monday-<br />
Friday from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. A minimum of 30 minutes<br />
time in Discovery Bay must be reserved.<br />
SWIM LESSONS<br />
20/20 lifestyles<br />
FREE! Introductory Seminar<br />
Introductory seminars for 20/20 LifeStyles will be held in<br />
the Decathlon Room at <strong>PRO</strong> <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Club</strong>, Bellevue. Please<br />
call our office at (425) 861-6258 to register.<br />
Dates May 9, May 23, June 6, or June 20<br />
Time TH, 6-8:30 p.m.<br />
Clothing Closet<br />
FREE!<br />
Monday, June 10<br />
9 a.m.-2 p.m.<br />
An opportunity for the men and<br />
women of 20/20 LifeStyles to clean<br />
out their closets. Bring in clothes that<br />
are too big and find clothing to get<br />
through the in-between sizes. Held at<br />
Wimbledon Apartment #C-202.<br />
Adult Group Swim Lessons (Beg.-Adv.)<br />
In these classes, you will learn and develop all strokes<br />
including freestyle, backstroke, and breaststroke. Bimonthly<br />
enrollment.<br />
Baby Aquatics (Ages 6 months-3 years)<br />
These parent/child classes introduce your child to water<br />
in a safe, fun, and structured environment using songs,<br />
games, and repetition. Adult water companion must be a<br />
<strong>PRO</strong> <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Club</strong> member. Bi-monthly enrollment.<br />
Private Lessons (All ages)<br />
Please ask the Concierge Desk for availability in the Multi-<br />
Purpose Pool. Rates based on instructor’s experience.<br />
Private swim lessons are also available for 3 students<br />
and 4 students. Please contact Aquatics for rates and<br />
instructor availability: (425) 861-6274, aquaticsinfo@<br />
proclub.com.<br />
30-Minutes<br />
1 student $37.50-$52.50<br />
2 students $25-$31 per student<br />
45-Minutes<br />
1 student $55-$78.75<br />
2 students $37.50-$46.50 per student<br />
60-Minutes<br />
1 student $75-$105<br />
2 students $50-$62 per student<br />
Youth Group Swim Lessons (Ages 3-12)<br />
We offer weekday and weekend classes for all levels.<br />
Read the entry requirements to find the appropriate level<br />
for your child. Bi-monthly enrollment.<br />
Youth Group 2-Week Intensive Swim Lessons<br />
(Ages 3-12)<br />
A great way to learn, develop, and refine swimming skills.<br />
Students attend 30-minute classes four days per week<br />
for two weeks.<br />
SWIM <strong>PRO</strong>GRAMS<br />
Aqua Conditioning<br />
Get a vigorous and fun workout in both shallow and deep<br />
ends of the pool. Whether beginner or advanced, work at<br />
your own level. 1 class = $5; 10 classes = $30<br />
H2O Cardio<br />
Held in deep water, this class focuses on movements<br />
which challenge your balance and core strength. This<br />
wake-up workout to fun music will leave you revitalized for<br />
the weekend. 1 class = $5; 10 classes = $30<br />
FREE! Hydro Fitness<br />
Get your heart pumping with this energizing workout. A<br />
variety of long and short lever movements combined with<br />
buoyant, resistive equipment enhances cardio, muscular<br />
strength, and endurance. All levels are welcome in this<br />
fun and energetic class.<br />
Performance Swim Training<br />
Swimming faster needs to be strategic and sustainable.<br />
Establish your optimal stroke rate to stroke length ratio so<br />
you swim every yard with purpose. We’ll be using the Finis<br />
Tempo Trainer. Should be able to swim continuously for<br />
200 yards. Monthly enrollment.<br />
Swim Assessment Video<br />
The best way to get a complete picture of your stroke is by<br />
videotaping it. Gaining this insight makes it an excellent<br />
training tool. Get videotaped for 5 minutes from 3 different<br />
angles, including views from both above and below the<br />
water. A website link will be provided so you can view or<br />
download your video <strong>online</strong>.<br />
You may also choose to schedule a 30, 45, or 60-minute<br />
private lesson immediately after the assessment to<br />
practice your technique. Must be able to continuously<br />
swim 25 yards. To register or for further information,<br />
contact Eric Preston at epreston@proclub.com or (425)<br />
895-6521.<br />
Total Immersion Swimming (18 and older)<br />
Whether you’re a beginning swimmer or veteran triathlete,<br />
our TI-certified teaching experts offer “Learn to Swim”<br />
programs, private and group lessons, and workshops to<br />
help you achieve your goals.<br />
Group Swim Lessons (Perpetual Motion Freestyle)<br />
Learn how to work with gravity, be streamlined, and follow<br />
the path of least resistance. This 8-hour series is broken<br />
down into 2-hour lessons. Your stroke will be videotaped<br />
and uploaded for your viewing. Must be able to swim 50<br />
yards.<br />
Stroke Clinic<br />
Perfect for Triathletes or anyone who desires to improve<br />
their stroke! This 2-hour clinic focuses on balance,<br />
streamline, and propulsion. Your stroke will be videotaped<br />
at the beginning and end of the session, and uploaded for<br />
your viewing.<br />
Weekend Workshop<br />
<strong>PRO</strong> <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Club</strong> is the host facility for this 2-day<br />
workshop (approximately 12 hours of classroom and pool<br />
time). Learn the drills of Total Immersion that lead to “fishlike<br />
swimming.” For registration, contact Total Immersion<br />
<strong>online</strong> at totalimmersion.net.<br />
SWIM TEAMS<br />
FREE! Masters 101 (18 and older)<br />
Do you swim for fitness, competition, triathlons, or<br />
just want a coached workout? Masters 101 is a free<br />
introductory clinic designed for you. Learn swimmers<br />
etiquette, using the clock and flags, swim specific drills,<br />
and interval training. Contact Carol McCaig, cmccaig@<br />
proclub.com for more information.<br />
Masters Swim Team (18 and older)<br />
Get a great coached workout, improve your endurance<br />
and swim technique, and meet new people. Competitive<br />
swimming background helpful, but not required. Should<br />
be able to swim approximately 1000 yards in 30 minutes.<br />
1 class = $5; 10 classes = $30<br />
<strong>PRO</strong> Swimming (Ages 7-18)<br />
Each fall, <strong>PRO</strong> Swimming invites swimmers to try out for<br />
our year-round swim team. Our supportive, team-based<br />
environment helps kids develop strong bodies, strong<br />
minds, and long-lasting friendships. Annual enrollment.<br />
TRIATHLON<br />
Triathlon Swim Training (18 and older, Int.)<br />
The key to speed in an endurance event is economy.<br />
Improve your performance in this class which provides<br />
guidance on technique, drills, strength, speed,<br />
endurance, and a structured program to help improve<br />
your economy. Monthly enrollment.<br />
Duathlon<br />
(6 and older)<br />
Are you a budding triathlete or looking for a family<br />
fitness event? Sign up for the <strong>PRO</strong> <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Club</strong><br />
Duathlon for some fun and excitement. The run takes<br />
place on varied terrain through the neighborhoods<br />
around <strong>PRO</strong> <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Club</strong>. Seeding is based on<br />
predicted swim time. Day-of-race sign-ups will swim<br />
in the final heat.<br />
race Adult Duathlon:<br />
Short (500 yard swim & 3.1 mile run)<br />
Long (800 yard swim & 4 mile run)<br />
Junior Duathlon:<br />
Short (50 yard swim & .5 mile run)<br />
Long (100 yard swim & 1 mile run)<br />
Family Duathlon:<br />
Short (100 yard swim & 1 mile run)<br />
Long (300 yard swim & 1.5 mile run)<br />
Date May 19<br />
Times SUN, 8-10 a.m. (Adult)<br />
SUN, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.<br />
(Junior & Family)<br />
COST Early Registration<br />
(through May 12):<br />
Member: $20 Adult, $5 Junior, $10 Family<br />
Non-Member Child of Member: $7 Junior<br />
Non-Member: $35 Adult, $10 Junior,<br />
$20 Family<br />
After Deadline (May 13-May 19):<br />
Member: $30 Adult, $15 Junior,<br />
$20 Family<br />
Non-Member Child of Member: $17 Junior<br />
Non-Member: $45 Adult, $20 Junior,<br />
$30 Family<br />
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Youth Group Swim Lesson<br />
ENTRY Requirements<br />
Tiny Bubbles & Preschool (3-5 years)<br />
Youth & Pre-competition (6-12 years)<br />
Must be able to perform skills listed prior to entering the program level.<br />
TINY BUBBLES: Suited for children new to the water,<br />
fearful of water, or those who are transitioning<br />
to swimming independently (without parental<br />
assistance)<br />
PRESCHOOL 1, YOUTH 1: Beginner level, no<br />
experience required<br />
PRESCHOOL 2, YOUTH 2:<br />
• Submerge head in a rhythmic pattern (3 times<br />
Preschool; 5 times Youth)<br />
• Front float, face-down and back float<br />
independently<br />
• Independent swim on front, face-down (10 feet<br />
Preschool; 20 feet Youth)<br />
PRESCHOOL 3, YOUTH 3:<br />
• Front, face-down glide and back glide<br />
• Front crawl stroke with rhythmic breathing by<br />
rolling onto back (5 yards Preschool; 15 yards<br />
Youth)<br />
• Independent swim on back with flutter kick and<br />
horizontal body position<br />
• Backstroke (5 yards Preschool; 15 yards Youth)<br />
• Elementary backstroke (5 yards Preschool; 10<br />
yards Youth)<br />
PRESCHOOL 4, YOUTH 4:<br />
• Crawl stroke with side breathing, backstroke and<br />
elementary backstroke (15 yards Preschool; 25<br />
yards Youth)<br />
• Breaststroke with proper arm movement and kick<br />
(15 yards Preschool; 25 yards Youth)<br />
• Comfortable swimming in water up to 9 feet deep<br />
DISCOVERY BAY<br />
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We’re more than babysitters. We offer children a safe<br />
licensed center with highly qualified instructors who<br />
engage children in social fun and educational activities<br />
during their stay.<br />
Around the World (Ages 3-6 years)<br />
Children develop cultural awareness by participating in<br />
varied experiences. Focusing on multiple languages, this<br />
class integrates art, music, drama, and foreign language<br />
to foster an appreciation for other cultures. Seasonal<br />
enrollment.<br />
CATCH Me If You Can! (Ages 3-6 years)<br />
Using CATCH (Coordinated Approach to Child Health)<br />
curriculum, children learn the importance of being active<br />
and healthy by playing sports, dancing, and participating<br />
in various movement activities to promote physical<br />
development and social skills. Bi-monthly enrollment.<br />
Kids Night Out (Ages 3-12 years)<br />
Designed to give your child a fun-filled evening and<br />
promote a good night’s sleep. Plus, enjoy the evening<br />
to yourself. Children attend Saturday Family Fun Night,<br />
swim, eat a healthy dinner, and participate in crafts.<br />
Pick Up the Beat (Ages 2-6 years)<br />
Children develop pre-literacy skills through music and<br />
story time. This multisensory class integrates physical,<br />
cognitive, social, and emotional domains into a wholechild<br />
approach to learning. Monthly enrollment.<br />
KIDS<br />
GYMNASTICS<br />
(18 months-2.5 years & 3-4 years)<br />
A super fun, action-packed class<br />
that offers a variety of fitness<br />
games and activities to improve<br />
endurance, strength, speed, and<br />
hand-eye coordination. Parents<br />
are required to attend class with<br />
children ages 18 months to 22<br />
months.<br />
Date May 1-June 14 (no class 5/27)<br />
Time T, TH, 10:15-11 a.m. (ages 3-4)<br />
M, W, F, 11-11:30 a.m.<br />
(ages 18 months- 2.5 years)<br />
TH, 11-11:45 a.m. (ages 3-4)<br />
F, 12:15-1 p.m. (ages 3-4)<br />
COST $60-$82 Member, $72-$98<br />
Non-Member Child of Member,<br />
$100-$138 Non-Member<br />
PRESCHOOL 5, YOUTH 5:<br />
• Crawl stroke with alternate side breathing and<br />
backstroke (25 yards Preschool; 50 yards Youth)<br />
• Breaststroke with proper technique combining<br />
proper arm movement, kick and breathing (25<br />
yards Preschool; 50 yards Youth)<br />
• Butterfly with proper dolphin kick (15 yards<br />
Preschool; 25 yards Youth)<br />
• Dive in kneeling and standing position<br />
• Tread water for 1 minute<br />
• Swim underwater (5 yards)<br />
PRE-COMPETITION:<br />
• Must successfully complete Youth 5 or pass<br />
tryouts<br />
• Crawl stroke with alternate side breathing and<br />
backstroke (100 yards)<br />
• Breaststroke with proper technique and timing<br />
(100 yards)<br />
• Butterfly with proper technique combining arm<br />
movement, kick and breathing (25 yards)<br />
• Dive from starting blocks<br />
Birthday Parties<br />
faMILY FUN NIGHT PARTY | sUPER FUN SUNDAY PARTY<br />
Pool Party | Laser Tag | soccer<br />
Make your child’s birthday a special event they’ll never forget. Birthday party packages<br />
are only available to club members and are appropriate for children ages 4-11. Some<br />
parties have specific age restrictions. Groups of 10 to 25 can be accommodated. Call<br />
to design your custom party today! (425) 861-6205, SpecialEvents@proclub.com<br />
PRE-COMPETITION Plus:<br />
• Must successfully complete Pre-Competition or<br />
past tryouts<br />
• Crawl stroke with alternate side breathing and<br />
backstroke with flip turns (150 yards)<br />
• Breaststroke with proper technique and timing<br />
(150 yards)<br />
• Butterfly with proper technique combining arm<br />
movement, kick, and breathing (50 yards)<br />
• Dive from starting blocks<br />
options available:<br />
Birthday Cake<br />
Pizza & Beverages<br />
Paper Goods<br />
Balloons<br />
Set Up & Clean Up<br />
Facility Rental<br />
Party Instructor(s)<br />
Catering<br />
No refunds after session has started. Please note<br />
we are not able to offer make-up classes for missed<br />
group lessons. Instructor subject to change without<br />
notice. Minimum of 2 enrollees. If minimum is not<br />
met, class will be cancelled.<br />
$50 non-refundable deposit due at time of reservation.<br />
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FITNESS CENTER<br />
Get Started<br />
Fitness Program<br />
GROUP FITNESS<br />
Members only. Ages 14 and older unless otherwise<br />
stated. All classes and/or instructors are subject to<br />
change without notice.<br />
R = Strength Training: uses dumbbells, body<br />
bars, flex-bands, medicine balls, or springs<br />
= Cardiovascular Fitness<br />
= Mind and Body<br />
• = Body Weight Training: uses your own body<br />
weight as resistance<br />
= Includes agility or sport-like movements<br />
0 = Concentrates on core muscles and body<br />
stabilization<br />
= Flexibility and Stretching<br />
programs calendar<br />
FREE!<br />
Struggling with your workout? Sign up for a free Get<br />
Started session. During this one-hour appointment<br />
with a personal trainer, you’ll define your goals, learn<br />
a basic strength training/cardio workout routine,<br />
receive tips on exercise, and leave your session with<br />
a personalized workout card. Open to all members.<br />
Personal Training<br />
At <strong>PRO</strong> <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Club</strong>, personal training is a physical and<br />
inspiring experience where you are safely coached and<br />
held accountable to achieving new levels of fitness. Every<br />
training program is tailored to address your personal<br />
lifestyle profile and achieve specific goals defined in<br />
partnership with your trainer. Plus, you will feel more<br />
powerful physically and mentally, enabling you to conquer<br />
new challenges with increased energy and determination.<br />
55 minute session = $65-$95 (plus tax)<br />
Partner Training<br />
Small group training provides the same benefits as our<br />
one-on-one program with the added benefits of being<br />
with friends and a lower session per member rate.<br />
Available for up to 4 people. All sessions are 55 minutes.<br />
For pricing, visit proclub.com or call (425) 885-5566.<br />
Body Composition Analysis<br />
Bioelectrical impedance gives a good estimate of<br />
your body fat and lean muscle mass. This is useful in<br />
determining if you have a healthy balance of lean mass<br />
and fat percentage and establishing fitness goals. It is<br />
also a great benchmark for measuring fat loss and lean<br />
muscle goals while you are on a fitness program. $15<br />
FREE! Junior Equipment Orientation (Ages<br />
8-16, M, T, 4-5 p.m., or SAT, 1-2 p.m.)<br />
Juniors are required to attend a 30 minute session prior<br />
to using the facilities. Junior members will receive basic<br />
equipment use instruction and guidelines. The purpose<br />
is to help these members feel safe and confident using<br />
the exercise equipment and to learn their way around the<br />
Fitness Center. Come dressed and ready to exercise.<br />
Visit proclub.com for dates, times, and cost.<br />
FREE CLASSES<br />
R•0<br />
Adaptable to all fitness levels. No sign up required.<br />
friday<br />
nights<br />
Friday <strong>Club</strong> Nights<br />
• Burlesque Workout<br />
• TRX ® Total Body<br />
• Zumba ® fitness<br />
• 6-Pack Cycle<br />
• 6-Pack Workout<br />
• Above the Belt<br />
• Addicted to Step<br />
• Amazing Abs<br />
• BabyRobics<br />
• Below the Belt<br />
• Cardio Core<br />
• CHISEL’D<br />
• Cycle Revolution<br />
ENROLLMENT CLASSES<br />
Register prior to 1 st day of class at the Concierge Desk or<br />
call (425) 885-5566. Due to the progressive nature of the<br />
class format, pro-rated sign-ups or refunds for missed<br />
classes are not available. If minimum enrollment is not<br />
fulfilled by the 7 th of each month, class will be cancelled.<br />
Adult Karate<br />
•0<br />
Strengthen, condition, and help fine-tune coordination,<br />
control, flexibility, and balance for all sports and activities.<br />
Sensei Brent Hartwig is a sixth-degree (Rokudan) black<br />
belt with over 40 years of experience teaching Goju-Ryu<br />
karate. Bi-monthly enrollment.<br />
Boot Camp Blitz<br />
R•0<br />
This body blast will transform your fitness level! High<br />
intensity body weight exercises develop core strength and<br />
stability, calisthenics get your heart racing, and resistance<br />
training increases your muscle endurance. Monthly<br />
enrollment.<br />
Extreme Body Makeover<br />
R•0<br />
Ready for a new you? Cardio, strength, flexibility, and<br />
core training will transform you. Body composition and<br />
measurements will track your progress (be hydrated and<br />
have no caffeine, no alcohol, and no exercise within 12<br />
hours of first class for testing). Monthly enrollment.<br />
Junior Karate<br />
•0<br />
The focus is on safety, awareness, and basic skills for<br />
youth at all ability levels and developing a strong selfimage<br />
and positive attitude. Bi-monthly enrollment.<br />
Mountain Conditioning<br />
R•0<br />
Guaranteed to wake you up and get you ready to work out<br />
in the wild! Muscular strength and endurance, stability,<br />
and cardio rolled into an ever-changing, fast-paced<br />
format. Monthly enrollment.<br />
Pilates Reformer<br />
R•0<br />
Gain total body strength and flexibility. Pilates Perfect<br />
Start appointment required prior to enrolling in this<br />
session. Visit the Concierge Desk or call Group Fitness at<br />
(425) 895-6578. Monthly enrollment.<br />
<strong>PRO</strong>barre<br />
R•0<br />
An energetic class for total body conditioning. Combines<br />
the toning benefits of yoga, Pilates, and dance to<br />
strengthen and lengthen the body, helping you feel and<br />
look younger! No yoga, Pilates, or dance experience<br />
necessary. Monthly enrollment.<br />
FLEXIBLE CLASSES<br />
10-class punch card for $30 or $5 per session. Expires<br />
one year from date of purchase.<br />
Circuit Training<br />
R•0<br />
Blend energizing cardio with serious muscle<br />
strengthening. Provides the variety and motivation you<br />
need for an effective workout.<br />
TRX ® Total Body <br />
• Feel Good Cardio Sculpt<br />
• High-Energy Step<br />
• Kickbox BLAST!<br />
• Performance Cycling<br />
• Power RPM’s<br />
• So You Think You Can Step?<br />
• Step 101<br />
• Step Circuit<br />
• S-T-R-E-T-C-H<br />
• Ultimate Cardio Kickbox<br />
•0<br />
Turn your workout upside down and redefine your<br />
body without lifting a single weight! Get a fast, fun, and<br />
effective workout using innovative suspension training.<br />
Build strength, power, and balance using your own body<br />
weight.<br />
ZUMBA ® fitness<br />
<br />
Experience Latin-inspired dance moves and eclectic<br />
international music. Take your fitness experience to a new<br />
level of fun while melting the stress and pounds away!<br />
HAPPY HOUR CLASSES R•0<br />
15-class Happy Hour Group Fitness punch card or<br />
10-class Flexible Class punch card for $30 or $5 per<br />
session. Expires one year from date of purchase.<br />
Enjoy Circuit Training, TRX ® Total Body, and Yoga.<br />
<strong>PRO</strong>fusion CLASSES<br />
10-class punch card for $50 or $6.50 per session.<br />
Expires one year from date of purchase or after 10<br />
punches (whichever comes first). Redeemable in both<br />
Bellevue and Seattle locations.<br />
Back to Yoga Basics<br />
•0<br />
Build a solid foundation by going back to the basics!<br />
Perfect for absolute beginners and advanced students.<br />
Pilates Mat Plus<br />
•0<br />
Experience Pilates Mat with the added fun of small<br />
equipment to tone and increase endurance and stability.<br />
Vinyasa Flow Yoga<br />
•0<br />
Experience a combination of movement and breath in<br />
flowing postures to build core strength and bring focus to<br />
your body and mind.<br />
Yoga Exploration<br />
•0<br />
Become fully immersed in yoga. Find balance at the<br />
end of your day from a soothing, slow flow to energetic<br />
vinyasa. Explore different aspects of yoga including<br />
breathwork, meditation, and movement in a fusion which<br />
will leave you feeling blissful.<br />
Yoga Flow & Go<br />
•0<br />
Energize your lunch break with this spirited yoga practice<br />
that will leave you feeling strong and revived for the rest<br />
of your day.<br />
PRIVATE PILATES INSTRUCTION<br />
Pilates Perfect Start<br />
R•0<br />
This introductory session includes a health profile,<br />
postural analysis, Pilates fundamentals, key principles to<br />
practice on your own, and recommended guidelines for<br />
further training. Prerequisite to Pilates Reformer classes.<br />
Select instructors only. Limit one introductory session per<br />
member. Please call Group Fitness office to schedule an<br />
appointment (425) 895-6578. $35 Member<br />
Pilates Perfect Start Package R•0<br />
Refine your body in our state-of-the-art studio with six<br />
55-minute private Pilates sessions and a Flexible Punch<br />
Card valid for Circuit Training, TRX ® Total Body, ZUMBA ®<br />
fitness, or Happy Hour classes. Limited time offer valid<br />
with select instructors only. Expires 12 weeks from date of<br />
purchase. Limit one package per member. $275 Member<br />
Private & Partner Pilates<br />
R•0<br />
Personalized sessions with an experienced instructor<br />
in our specialized Pilates studio utilizing mat work,<br />
Reformer, Chair, Cadillac, and Barrels.<br />
Private 55-minute session: $65-$85<br />
Partner 55-minute session: $48.75-$63.75<br />
NEW!<br />
Sleep Soundly with Yoga<br />
Learn how yoga can help improve your sleep<br />
quality! This workshop will include a gentle, alllevels<br />
yoga practice, poses for home practice<br />
to do before bed, and relaxation tips for the<br />
mind and body to fall asleep and stay asleep.<br />
Date June 9<br />
Time SUN, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.<br />
COST $30 Member<br />
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We offer a wide range of sports and programs for virtually<br />
every age group through leagues, camps, and clinics. For<br />
more information, please e-mail pavilion@proclub.com.<br />
BASKETBALL <strong>PRO</strong>GRAMS<br />
Adult Basketball Workshop<br />
Improve your fundamentals and team play. The time will<br />
be focused on shooting, ball handling, and all aspects of<br />
the game.<br />
Dates April 30-June 13<br />
Time T (Men), TH (Women), 6:15-7:15 p.m.<br />
Cost $50 Member<br />
Varsity Hoops Skills Training (Grades 4-12)<br />
Customize your training schedule and join other players<br />
to develop all parts of your game. Enroll quarterly for this<br />
training program and enjoy unlimited classes.<br />
Dates June 10-August 15 (no training 7/4)<br />
Times W, 3-4 p.m.<br />
M, T, W, TH, 5:45-6:15 p.m.<br />
Cost Team Member: $100 Member, $120 Non-<br />
Member Child of Member, $150 Non-<br />
Member<br />
Non-Team Member: $150 Member, $180<br />
Non-Member Child of Member, $225 Non-<br />
Member<br />
Varsity Hoops Teams (AAU)<br />
Our program focuses on player development, building<br />
life skills, and an appreciation for the game. Teams are<br />
formed by grade and skill level, and play in local AAU<br />
leagues and tournaments. Extra skills training sessions<br />
are offered before and after practice. Team tryouts<br />
required for participation. Please RSVP by e-mailing:<br />
pavilion@proclub.com with name, grade, and phone<br />
number.<br />
Varsity Hoops Team Tryouts (Int.-Adv.)<br />
Grades 4-6:<br />
Dates June 4 & 6<br />
TIMES T/TH, 4:15-5:45 p.m.<br />
Grades 7-8:<br />
Dates June 3 & 5<br />
TIMES M/W, 4:15-5:45 p.m.<br />
Grades 9-12:<br />
Dates June 4 & 6<br />
TIMES T/TH, 6-7:30 p.m.<br />
Varsity Hoops Teams<br />
Grades 4-6:<br />
Dates June 11-August 15 (no class 7/4)<br />
Times T/TH, 4:15-5:45 p.m.<br />
Grades 7-8:<br />
Dates June 10-August 14<br />
Times M/W, 4:15-5:45 p.m.<br />
Grades 9-12:<br />
Dates June 11-August 15 (no class 7/4)<br />
Times T/TH, 6-7:30 p.m.<br />
Cost<br />
CLINICS<br />
PAVILION SPORTS<br />
$350 Member, $425 Non-Member Child of<br />
Member, $500 Non-Member<br />
NEW! Volleyball Clinic (Int.)<br />
Join the fast paced action of Volleyball in our fun,<br />
instructional clinics that will take your game to the next<br />
level.<br />
Dates May 7-June 11<br />
Times T, 7:30-9 p.m.<br />
Cost $50 Member<br />
INDOOR SOCCER<br />
Bring soccer shoes (not cleats) and shin guards.<br />
Drop-In Play<br />
Times M/W, 12-2 p.m. (18 & older, no play 5/27)<br />
SAT, 5-6 p.m. (8 & under w/parents, no<br />
play 6/22, 6/29)<br />
SAT, 6-8 p.m. (9 & older, no play 6/22,<br />
Cost<br />
6/29)<br />
$0 Member, $15 Non-Member<br />
Adult Soccer Clinic<br />
Improve your decision-making ability and develop new<br />
skills playing the world’s most popular sport.<br />
DATES May 2-June 13<br />
TIMES TH, 6:30-7:30 p.m.<br />
Cost $90 Member<br />
Adult Soccer League<br />
Join our intense indoor soccer league! Teams play 5-on-5<br />
with a goalie and referees. Each game consists of two 20<br />
minute halves. All teams must have 8 players registered<br />
by the league deadline. Non-cleated soccer shoes and<br />
shin guards are required.<br />
Dates Septmeber 9-December 12 (no class 10/31,<br />
11/25-11/28, registration deadline Sept. 2)<br />
TimeS M/TH, 6:30-9:30 p.m. (Men’s Premier<br />
Division)<br />
T, 6:30-9:30 p.m. (Co-ed Recreation Division)<br />
W, 6:30-9:30 p.m. (Men’s Competitive<br />
Division)<br />
Cost $50 Member<br />
Micro Soccer League (Ages 7-10, Int.-Adv.)<br />
Looking for a fun and competitive soccer league for your<br />
team? Play against our <strong>PRO</strong> <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Club</strong> Micro Soccer<br />
teams and other local competition in our indoor soccer<br />
arena. Our field is 100 feet long by 66 feet wide. Games<br />
will be 5-on-5.<br />
Dates September 21-October 26<br />
TimeS SAT, 1 hour games between 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.<br />
Cost $650 Member per team<br />
Micro Soccer Team (Int.-Adv.)<br />
Craving the opportunity to freely express your passion for<br />
soccer? Join us for the ultimate soccer experience! Players<br />
will have two practices per week and put their skills into<br />
play at Saturday games. Includes jersey.<br />
Dates September 9-November 7<br />
TimeS T/TH, 5-6:30 p.m. (U8 & U9)<br />
M/W, 4-5:30 p.m. (U10 & U11)<br />
M/W, 5:30-7 p.m. (U12 & U13)<br />
Cost $450 Member, $525 Non-Member Child of<br />
Member, $600 Non-Member<br />
Private Lessons<br />
Times<br />
Cost<br />
M, T, W, TH, 2-4 p.m.<br />
M, W, 5:15-6:15 p.m.<br />
$60 an hour<br />
Team Clinics (includes one staff member)<br />
Times<br />
Cost<br />
M, T, W, TH, 2-4 p.m.<br />
M, W, 5:15-6:15 p.m.<br />
F, SUN (by appointment only)<br />
$100 an hour<br />
RECREATIONAL PLAY<br />
Registration required on annual basis.<br />
Adult Badminton Drop-In (Birdies included)<br />
Times<br />
Cost<br />
T, F, 7:15-10:45 p.m.<br />
$140 (May-December)<br />
$120 (June-December)<br />
FREE! Badminton Drop-In (Birdies not included)<br />
Times<br />
TH, 12-1:30 p.m. (Adult play)<br />
SAT, 4-9 p.m. (9 & older)<br />
SUN, 3-7 p.m. (9 & older)<br />
programs calendar<br />
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Laser Tag (5 and older)<br />
Looking for a fun and exciting activity for a birthday<br />
party or private event? <strong>PRO</strong> <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Club</strong>’s laser tag is the<br />
solution you have been looking for! For questions or to<br />
schedule an event, please call (425) 861-6205 or e-mail<br />
specialevents@proclub.com.<br />
Indoor Soccer Arena<br />
F, 6-7:30 p.m. or 7:30-9 p.m.<br />
Studio A<br />
SAT, 1-2:30 p.m. or 2:30-4 p.m.<br />
SUN, 1-2:30 p.m.<br />
F, 7:30-9 p.m.<br />
FREE! Table Tennis Drop-In Play<br />
Table Tennis is one of the fastest games around, excellent<br />
for hand-eye coordination and fun from the moment<br />
you pick up a paddle. We make it easy to join the fun,<br />
providing necessary equipment and offering tables for<br />
every skill level.<br />
Times<br />
TH, 6:30-9 p.m. (Adult play, Int.-Adv.)<br />
SAT, 4-9 p.m. (14 & older)<br />
SUN, 3-7 p.m. (14 & older)<br />
FREE! Volleyball Drop-In Play (15 and older)<br />
TimeS<br />
TH, 8-10:55 p.m.<br />
SUN, 7-9:55 p.m.<br />
(Ages 2-12)<br />
Learn the fundamentals, improve<br />
your team playing ability, and<br />
develop life skills. Class format<br />
consists of individual and team<br />
drills as well as scrimmage play.<br />
Dates: April 29-June 22 (no class 5/27)<br />
Times: Monday-Tursday, Saturday<br />
(one day per week, times vary)<br />
Cost: $110 Member,<br />
$130 Non-Member Child of Member,<br />
$150 Non-Member<br />
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RECREATIONAL LEAGUES<br />
programs calendar<br />
<strong>PRO</strong> Hoops League (18 and older)<br />
Experience the best basketball league in the area<br />
consisting of Advanced, Competitive, and Recreational<br />
Divisions. Members can form their own teams or sign<br />
up as a free agent. Referees, scorekeepers, balls, player<br />
statistics, and uniforms are provided for each game.<br />
Dates<br />
Times<br />
Cost<br />
September 23-December 11 (no games<br />
11/25-11/27, registration deadline Sept. 11)<br />
M, W (5 on 5), T (3 on 3), 6-10 p.m.<br />
$90 (per player, 1 team), $160 (per player,<br />
2 teams), $210 (per player, 3 teams)<br />
Ultimate Wallyball League (18 and older)<br />
An exciting, fast paced game that resembles volleyball,<br />
played in the confines of a racquetball court. Great for<br />
Wallyball enthusiasts or first-time players. Two co-ed<br />
divisions will be set up to accommodate all skill level.<br />
Non-marking shoes required.<br />
Dates<br />
Times<br />
Cost<br />
September 17-December 3 (no games<br />
11/26, registration deadline Sept. 9)<br />
T, games between 6 & 9 p.m.<br />
$25 per player before deadline<br />
$35 per player after deadline<br />
Varsity Hoops League (Grades 4-10, Int.-Adv.)<br />
Join the intense indoor action of our Youth League!<br />
There are six divisions (4 th , 5 th , 6 th , 7 th , 8 th , and 9 th /JV)<br />
and teams must consist of at least eight players. Each<br />
team is guaranteed at least eight games including playoff<br />
competition. Prizes are awarded to all champions. Playoff<br />
tournament will be held on Saturday, August 10. 1-2<br />
games every Saturday (8 game season guaranteed). All<br />
players and coaches must be AAU members.<br />
Dates<br />
Times<br />
Cost<br />
June 22-August 10 (registration deadline<br />
June 10)<br />
SAT, 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.<br />
$650 per team<br />
Volleyball League (15 and older)<br />
This league includes two co-ed divisions. Each team will<br />
be required to have at least six players signed up and<br />
paid by the registration deadline. Players can form their<br />
own teams or sign up individually to be placed on a team.<br />
Dates<br />
Times<br />
Cost<br />
September 19-December 15 (no games<br />
10/31, 11/28, registration deadline Sept. 9)<br />
TH, SUN, 7-9 p.m.<br />
$25 per player before deadline<br />
$35 per player after deadline<br />
Xtreme Dodgeball League (18 and older)<br />
Join the most extreme Dodgeball league in the area!<br />
We use the official Rhino Skin Dodgeball, feature player<br />
statistics and compete using inflatable bunkers. Form<br />
your own team or sign up as a free agent. All experience<br />
levels are welcome. Members only.<br />
Dates<br />
Time<br />
Cost<br />
September 19-December 12 (no games<br />
10/31, 11/28, registration deadline Sept. 9)<br />
TH, 6-8 p.m.<br />
$40 per player before deadline<br />
$50 per player after deadline<br />
YOUTH CLASSES<br />
Mini Sport Sampler (Ages 3-8)<br />
Children have FUN trying new activities while developing<br />
motor skills, coordination, balance, agility, and confidence.<br />
They learn basic movements and play games in a variety<br />
of team sports including basketball, soccer, t-ball, floor<br />
hockey, and more.<br />
Dates May 6-June 12 (no class 5/27)<br />
Times M, 10:30-11:30 a.m. (ages 3-4)<br />
W, 2-3 p.m. (ages 3-4)<br />
M, 5-6 p.m. (ages 7-8)<br />
W, 5-6 p.m. (ages 5-6)<br />
Cost $75 Member (includes one day per week)<br />
Visit proclub.com for dates, times, and cost.<br />
Ladder Play (Members only)<br />
Join the spirit of friendly competition with ladder play.<br />
Rounds generally last two weeks but differ from one<br />
ladder to the next. Match results are tabulated based on a<br />
points system and new ladder rankings are calculated on<br />
the last day of the round. Please consult with Racquetball<br />
Pro Donna Triemstra at dtriemstra@proclub.com to<br />
register for play.<br />
ADULT<br />
FREE! Co-Ed Beginner Clinic<br />
It’s an easy game to learn and these clinics help players<br />
establish the basics. Stroke mechanics, fundamental<br />
skills, and rules of the game are introduced in this onehour<br />
lesson. Offered quarterly. Members only.<br />
Discover Racquetball Class<br />
This is the best program for getting started. Includes a<br />
new racquet, eye guards, a can of balls, and a 60-minute<br />
lesson which covers the basics of racquetball. $80<br />
Member<br />
FREE! Round Robin<br />
Informal competitive play where the courts are already<br />
reserved. Show up ready to play. Members only.<br />
YOUTH<br />
racquetball<br />
Racquetball is an exciting game that offers a great<br />
workout at any level of play. We have 7 courts and<br />
racquet rentals are available at the Concierge Desk<br />
for $3 per racquet. For more information, contact<br />
Donna Triemstra at (425) 861-6285.<br />
Private Lessons<br />
30 Minutes $34 Member, $39 Non-Member<br />
45 Minutes $50 Member, $55 Non-Member<br />
60 Minutes $60 Member, $65 Non-Member<br />
Semi-Private Lessons (cost per player, 2<br />
players max)<br />
30 Minutes $25 Member, $30 Non-Member<br />
45 Minutes $33 Member, $38 Non-Member<br />
60 Minutes $38 Member, $43 Non-Member<br />
Junior Classes (Ages 7-17)<br />
An opportunity for junior players of all abilities to improve<br />
their game, hone their skills, and meet other junior players<br />
for ongoing play. Monthly enrollment. Drop-in play is<br />
available for $16 per class.<br />
Junior Discover<br />
Racquetball Class<br />
(Ages 7-17)<br />
This program includes everything you need to<br />
get started in a sport that is fun and provides<br />
great exercise: a new racquet, eye guards, a can<br />
of balls, and a 60-minute lesson that will cover<br />
the basics of racquetball.<br />
Dates May 18<br />
Times SAT, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.<br />
Cost $55 Member, $66 Non-Member Child of<br />
Member, $73 Non-Member<br />
SQUASH<br />
Receive one-on-one instruction from Azam Khan,<br />
Kirk MacGregor, or Latasha Khan to better your<br />
stroke mechanics, shot selection, game strategy,<br />
and serve. For more information, please contact<br />
Azam Khan, (425) 861-6235. Cancellations made<br />
less than 24 hours ahead of scheduled time will be<br />
charged full lesson amount.<br />
Private Lessons<br />
30 Minutes $38-$50 Member<br />
45 Minutes $44-$68 Member<br />
Video Lessons<br />
We’ll record your match play to take home on DVD.<br />
Azam will review this to train you on court position,<br />
shot selection, technique, strategy, and serve return.<br />
45 Minutes $75 per player<br />
60 Minutes $110 per player<br />
DVD $10 per recording<br />
Visit proclub.com for dates, times, and cost.<br />
Ladder Play<br />
Compete with other ladder players to improve your<br />
ranking and rating. Play at your convenience. Contact<br />
Squash Pro Azam Khan at (425) 861-6235 for more<br />
information.<br />
ADULT<br />
Co-ed Beginner Clinic<br />
Learn or improve your squash game. Review your<br />
forehand and backhand technique, as well as your serve<br />
and service return. Monthly enrollment. $20 Member<br />
Discover Beginner Class<br />
If you’ve ever been interested in learning the game of<br />
squash, take advantage of this special class. Join our<br />
squash Pro for a one-hour clinic and receive a new<br />
racquet, all for less than purchasing the racquet. Monthly<br />
enrollment. $95 Member<br />
FREE! Round Robin<br />
Informal competitive play where the courts are already<br />
reserved. Show up ready to play. Members only.<br />
YOUTH<br />
Beginner Clinic (Ages 7-18)<br />
Kirk works with young players conducting drills, games,<br />
competition, and instruction. Fun for all participants.<br />
Monthly enrollment. $15 Member, $18 Non-Member<br />
Child of Member<br />
Intermediate-Advanced Clinic (Ages 9-18)<br />
Players receive coaching from Azam through drills,<br />
games, competition, and instruction to improve their<br />
squash game. Monthly enrollment. $50 Member<br />
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squash With<br />
azam khan<br />
Azam has managed the<br />
squash department at<br />
<strong>PRO</strong> <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Club</strong> for 21 years. He has<br />
been playing squash competitively since<br />
the age of 16 and was one of four players<br />
representing the U.S. from 1985-1991.<br />
Azam has developed many successful<br />
players including Shabana Khan, Latasha<br />
Khan, and Kristen Lange, all who have<br />
won the highest honors in their division;<br />
the Women’s National titles and the<br />
Junior National Title respectively. Azam<br />
consistently develops top Junior and Adult<br />
players year after year and many have<br />
earned scholarships to Ivy League Schools.<br />
He is passionate about squash and enjoys<br />
sharing his knowledge through teaching<br />
and coaching players of all abilities from<br />
children to adults.<br />
“First and foremost, my goal is to make<br />
sure that the kids are enjoying the game.<br />
For me, fun is most important. I’d like my<br />
students to develop the same love and<br />
passion for the game as I have.”<br />
“It has been so rewarding for me to see<br />
the variety of players that come and try the<br />
game. You don’t have to be super athletic<br />
to be a great player, just a desire to learn<br />
something new that could turn into a<br />
lifetime passion.”<br />
squash with<br />
kirk macgregor<br />
Kirk has been playing<br />
squash for over 35 years<br />
and has been teaching at the <strong>PRO</strong> <strong>Sports</strong><br />
<strong>Club</strong> since 2003. Being involved with<br />
squash all these years has given Kirk a<br />
special appreciation for the game. “Squash<br />
is not only challenging both physically and<br />
mentally but is also a fun way to exercise<br />
and stay fit.”<br />
Of particular interest to Kirk is teaching<br />
squash the “Khan” way, “when we teach<br />
kids and beginners we always focus on the<br />
basic fundamentals.” Knowing how to hold<br />
the racquet, where to stand, proper court<br />
etiquette, and sportsmanship are essential<br />
to having a safe and fun experience.<br />
Squash holds a special place in Kirk’s<br />
heart and he would love to share the game<br />
with everyone.<br />
Our state-of-the-art facility features highly trained and<br />
dedicated coaches, the latest training techniques,<br />
specialized surfaces, and unique equipment. Challenge<br />
your body in a fun new way with cutting-edge workouts<br />
and begin to function with greater ease, grace, and power.<br />
ENROLLMENT CLASSES<br />
Ages 18 and older (unless otherwise stated). Classes<br />
offered subject to change based on enrollment.<br />
Evolution<br />
Use innovative equipment with low impact training to<br />
enhance your strength and improve cardiovascular<br />
conditioning with reduced stress on your joints. This class<br />
incorporates slide boards, Urban Rebounders, Valslides,<br />
and more to reduce joint impact while providing excellent<br />
conditioning.<br />
DATES May 1-29 (no class 5/27) or June 3-26<br />
Times M/W, 7-8:10 a.m.<br />
Cost $60 Member<br />
X-TREME fitness<br />
Think you’re X-TREME? Prove it! X-TREME fitness tests<br />
your physical and mental capacity with intense, high<br />
volume formats. “The objective is in front of you. The<br />
clock is behind you. What is in you? Be X-TREME.” Josh<br />
Boonstra, Head Performance Coach<br />
DATES May 1-30 (no class 5/27) or June 3-27<br />
Time M/W, 6-6:55 a.m.<br />
M/W or T/TH, 7-7:55 a.m.<br />
T/TH, 12-12:55 p.m.<br />
T/TH, 6-6:55 p.m.<br />
Cost $100 Member<br />
ACCESS PASS PACKAGES<br />
$9 (per session), $45 (5-session pkg.), $70 (10-session<br />
pkg.), $90 (1 month unlimited), $200 (family unlimited)<br />
Body Burn<br />
Boost your strength and develop power while also<br />
improving your mobility and stability. Utilizing our<br />
highly versatile Keiser equipment, kettle bells, vibration<br />
platforms, medicine balls and other state-of-the-art<br />
equipment, you’ll perform dynamic movements as you<br />
achieve a total body burn.<br />
Times<br />
SAT, 9-9:55 a.m.<br />
T, F, SAT, 10-10:55 a.m.<br />
M, W, 5:30-6:25 p.m. (no class 5/27)<br />
Cardio Blast<br />
This class blends short bursts of high intensity cardio with<br />
high-repetition strength exercises. Each session contains<br />
at least 40 minutes of heart-pumping cardio intervals<br />
integrated with strength training for a high energy, total<br />
body challenge.<br />
Times M, F, 6-6:55 a.m. (no class 5/27)<br />
W, 9:15-10:10 a.m.<br />
M, TH, 10-10:55 a.m. (no class 5/27)<br />
W, 5:30-6:25 p.m.<br />
Combat Conditioning<br />
Develop your peak level of fitness when basic kickboxing<br />
and martial arts meet strength and circuit training. No<br />
experience necessary. Wrist wraps required and are<br />
available in the Willows Road Pro Shop.<br />
Times<br />
Willows Road<br />
T, TH, 5:30-6:25 p.m.<br />
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FX Fusion<br />
Seeking a simple yet results-oriented, total body workout<br />
in less than an hour? This circuit training style class keeps<br />
you motivated, energized, and functionally fit by using the<br />
latest cutting edge equipment and exercises.<br />
Times<br />
T, TH, 6-6:55 a.m.<br />
SAT, 9-9:55 a.m.<br />
M, 9:15-10:10 a.m. (no class 5/27)<br />
T, W, TH, F, SAT, 10-10:55 a.m.<br />
M, W, 5:30-6:25 p.m. (no class 5/27)<br />
T, TH, 6:30-7:25 p.m.<br />
Shred Cycle<br />
Get a cycling workout unlike any other. Power cycle<br />
through highs and lows, then shift to exercises geared to<br />
strengthen, stabilize, and mobilize your body. Keep your<br />
heart rate up in a calorie-shredding blend of intervalbased<br />
strength and cycling.<br />
Times<br />
F, 6-6:55 a.m.<br />
F, 9:15-10:10 a.m.<br />
Triathlon Running Development (All Levels)<br />
You can become a better runner and we can teach you<br />
how. Learn key strength training strategies that will allow<br />
you to run faster, longer, and participate in drills that teach<br />
you how to increase your running economy.<br />
Time<br />
W, 6-6:55 a.m.<br />
Ultimate Core & Express (All Levels)<br />
Power up your lunch hour with heart pumping strength<br />
and cardio.<br />
Times M, W, 12-12:55 p.m. (no class 5/27)<br />
TRIATHLON<br />
<strong>PRO</strong> <strong>Sports</strong> <strong>Club</strong> Triathlon Team (14 and older)<br />
Helping athletes prepare for triathlon success! Achieve<br />
your optimum performance, prepare for a specific race, or<br />
just improve your overall level of fitness while having fun.<br />
You’ll receive:<br />
• Coached workouts every Saturday (excluding<br />
holidays). These workouts will focus on cycling,<br />
running, swimming, and specific strength training<br />
for triathletes.*<br />
• Clinics on the fundamentals of triathlon, running<br />
technique, nutrition, staying motivated, swim<br />
technique, and basic bike maintenance.<br />
• Off season conditioning with Saturday workouts<br />
from October to December.<br />
*Advance notice will be given in any changes with time<br />
or location.<br />
Cost<br />
$550 (Annual Enrollment w/Uniform)<br />
$65 (Monthly Enrollment)<br />
Boot Camp<br />
Plan on being pushed (encouraged)<br />
while running and conditioning your<br />
body - rain or shine. T-shirt included<br />
upon completion of class.<br />
DATES May 2-30 or June 4-27<br />
Times T/TH, 6-7:25 a.m. (locations vary)<br />
Cost $60 Member<br />
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TENNIS<br />
Visit proclub.com for dates, times, and cost.<br />
ADULT<br />
Flights (Tennis Members Only)<br />
Co-Ed Fun Doubles Flights (2.5-3.5)<br />
Enjoy doubles play in a rotating partners format. New<br />
balls provided each week. Offered quarterly.<br />
Ladies Fun Flights<br />
Enjoy some fun, competitive doubles with players at<br />
similar levels. Sign up as an individual or as a doubles<br />
team. Format will depend on the number of teams or<br />
individual players in each session. Offered quarterly.<br />
programs calendar<br />
Tennis Socials (Tennis Members Only)<br />
Men’s Night Social<br />
A fun night of men’s doubles play that includes food<br />
and drinks in The Bistro concluding play. Sign up with<br />
a buddy to play as a team or enroll as an individual<br />
and we’ll pair you up based on level of play. Monthly<br />
enrollment. $20<br />
FREE! Mixed Night Social<br />
Join our Pro for mixed doubles fun. Must sign up as a<br />
mixed team (no individual participation). This mixer is<br />
for 3.0-4.5 players, so be ready for some fast action and<br />
plenty of laughs. Monthly enrollment.<br />
FREE! Weekly Activities (Tennis Members Only)<br />
Drop & Drill (SAT, 12-1:30 p.m.)<br />
Geared for players 2.5 and up wanting to practice hitting<br />
drills with other players. After an extended warm up<br />
routine, players are paired off into doubles matches. An<br />
excellent opportunity to meet other players and improve<br />
your tennis.<br />
Perfect Match (SUN, 12-1:30 p.m.)<br />
Meet a new tennis partner and become familiar with the<br />
tennis program. The Pro will match players of like abilities<br />
to drill and play.<br />
YOUTH<br />
Advanced Junior Training (Ages 10-16)<br />
Advanced techniques and drills for tournament-level<br />
juniors with a focus on proper technique, repetition, and<br />
conditioning. Participants must have Darrell’s approval to<br />
register. Monthly enrollment.<br />
After-School Programs (Ages 4-18, Beg.-Adv.)<br />
Join the tennis staff for drills, games, and supervised<br />
play. Sessions vary in length from 7-12 weeks and are<br />
grouped by age and ability. Placement will be determined<br />
during the first week of the program.<br />
Junior Play & Pizza (Ages 11-18)<br />
A fun night of junior’s doubles play including pizza and<br />
soda in The Bistro. Sign up with a buddy to play as a<br />
team or enroll as an individual and we’ll match you up.<br />
Must be currently enrolled in a junior program. $10<br />
Member, $15 Non-Member Child of Member<br />
Junior Weekend Programs<br />
Weekend Programs w/Michael Donchey (Ages 5-9,<br />
Beg.-Low Int.)<br />
If you’ve tried tennis, you know how terrific it is! Join other<br />
kids and have fun playing tennis while improving your<br />
game. Seasonal enrollment.<br />
Weekend Programs w/Sunny Park (Ages 7-18,<br />
Beg.-Adv.)<br />
Join Sunny for fast paced drills and a games-based<br />
approach to improving your tennis. Participants must<br />
have Sunny’s approval to register. Seasonal enrollment.<br />
Weekend Programs w/Todd Leone (Ages 5-10,<br />
Beg.-Adv.)<br />
Enjoy an hour of fun drills and games while taking you to<br />
the next level. Seasonal enrollment.<br />
Rush & Crush (Ages 9-12)<br />
This class is for players who already have a good<br />
understanding of their stroke techniques and are looking<br />
to sharpen their skills for competition. Instructor Darrell<br />
Abang will conduct drills designed to improve technique<br />
and work on proper court coverage and strategies. This<br />
class is fast paced and for advanced players. Participants<br />
must have Darrell’s approval to register. Monthly<br />
enrollment.<br />
Tennis With<br />
sunny park<br />
Ages 18 and older.<br />
Pre-registration required.<br />
Lunch Time Tennis (Int.-Adv.)<br />
Join Sunny for an hour of fast paced drills and a<br />
games-based approach to improving your tennis.<br />
Minimum of three players; maximum of six players.<br />
Monthly enrollment.<br />
Tennis With<br />
Darrell Abang<br />
Ages 18 and older.<br />
Pre-registration required.<br />
Adult Intermediate Group<br />
Enjoy this adult program for intermediate players!<br />
Darrell will cover all strokes and singles and doubles<br />
strategies. Monthly enrollment.<br />
Evening Tennis (Adv. Beg.-Int.)<br />
With the aid of the ball machine, our Pro will evaluate<br />
your stroke and court movement. This class is geared<br />
for players who have developed all the basic stroke<br />
skills. Beginner classes are recommended to develop<br />
and improve on all the basic strokes prior to taking<br />
this class. Monthly enrollment.<br />
Tennis With<br />
MICHAEL DONCHEY<br />
Ages 18 and older.<br />
Pre-registration required.<br />
Adult beginner Tennis<br />
Entry level class for adults with very little experience.<br />
Learn basics like footwork, ground strokes, court<br />
positioning, and match play. Monthly enrollment.<br />
Advanced Beginner Tennis<br />
Once you’ve mastered the basics, advance your<br />
play with stroke production, basic singles and<br />
doubles strategies, tactical drills, and develop your<br />
personalized style of tennis. Monthly enrollment.<br />
Family<br />
FUN<br />
NIGHT<br />
every<br />
Saturday<br />
4:30-9 pm<br />
Play together<br />
with fabulous<br />
free activities!<br />
free<br />
ages 3-12<br />
with parents<br />
Due to limited space, this event is reserved<br />
for families with family memberships.<br />
Regular guest policies apply. Children ages 8<br />
& under must be accompanied by an adult.<br />
free!<br />
bam!!<br />
Due to limited space, this event is reserved<br />
for families with family memberships.<br />
Regular guest policies apply. Children ages 8<br />
& under must be accompanied by an adult.<br />
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