Gold Coast News
Special Yoga Class Outdoors July 28, 2010
Sunday, August 29, 11:00am-12:00pm. Gold Coast Rooftop. Instructor: Mary DeLaney.
Enjoy your Hatha yoga practice outdoors. Move through breathing techniques, yoga postures, and strengthening/flexibility poses. All levels welcome. For more information, contact Kelly Nyhan, Group Exercise Manager, at knyhan@ffc.com.
FFC Gold Coast Spa July 26, 2010
Just because you’re done with summer travels, doesn’t mean you don’t deserve some R&R! Enjoy the last days of summer with a Summer Staycation!
Purchase a 2 pack of 60 minute massages for $130 – a $20 savings
Purchase a 2 pack of 90 minute massages for $180 – a $30 savings
Bikini Wax special – $25 – a $10 savings
Try a Deep Cleansing Facial and refresh summer skin for $80 – a $20 savings
Call the Spa at 312-944-1030 to book your appointment today!
The Summer of Sharing Member Referral Program – Going on Now! July 26, 2010
Give Referrals, Get $100*, Win Prizes! What were you told growing up? It’s good to share. What happened when you shared? You got rewarded. Here’s how it works: Every time you refer a friend to join FFC, you’ll receive an entry into the monthly raffle. Bring a friend into the Club and receive two entries. The more people you refer, the more chances you’ll have to win. And, if your referral joins, you’ll receive a $100 FFC gift card*! Grand prizes each month include HP Laptops in July and iPads in August. Go to our website or contact Membership Director Shell Neal at sneal@ffc.com to start sharing today! *restrictions and contest rules apply – see your Club for details.
Tune into WMMS, Channel 19 July 26, 2010
FFC is proud to introduce Channel 19, WMMS (Where Membership Means Something). Here you’ll find instructional videos on our weight-training options, using free weights, resistance training and free-standing equipment, along with stretching tips and more! The channel is available on personalized cardio machines, You Tube and at ffc.com. If you have any training video suggestions, please leave us a comment on our Facebook page.
Save The Date! 16th Anniversary Member Rooftop Party July 26, 2010
Thursday, August 19, 7:00pm – 9:00pm, Complimentary for members only.
Mark your calendar for this year’s Annual Member Party! Gold Coast is celebrating 16 years and this is always the highlight of our year. Enjoy some great music, food and wine on our beautiful outdoor rooftop (keep your fingers crossed for good weather for our special night). For more information contact Customer Service Lead Kat Bryant at kbryant@ffc.com.
New! Pilates for Pregnancy workshop July 26, 2010
Monday, August 16, 11:00am-12:00pm, Complimentary for members and non-members. Are you thinking of getting pregnant, currently pregnant or did you just have a baby? This workshop is for you! Join us for this complimentary workshop where you will learn through discussion and hands-on demonstration how Pilates can help you prepare for, stay in shape during, and get back in shape again quickly after your pregnancy. To register or for more information, please contact Regional Director of Pilates, Liv Berger at lberger@ffc.com.
12 Week Ultimate Fitness & Nutrition Program begins Monday, August 16 July 26, 2010
“By the end of the 12 weeks, I had lost 28 lbs, approximately 8 inches from my waist, significantly reduced my body fat percentage, and my aerobic capacity went from ‘below average’ to ‘above average’.” - Valerie, FFC Member.
$499, members only. Informational meeting will be held Wednesday, August 11 at 6:00pm. Are you trying to lose weight, frustrated with your current results and looking for some guidance? Then the 12 Week Ultimate Fitness and Nutrition Program, FFC’s signature weight management program, is for you. It includes 24 Group Personal Training Sessions, 1 Private Nutrition Consultation with a Registered Dietitian or Nutritionist, the ActivTrax Weight Loss Management and Nutrition Program, 3 Group Lectures, Cardiovascular guidance, and 3 evaluations. Contact Fitness Director Liz Callham at lcallham@ffc.com for registration details.
Summer Hoops Camp in August: August 16 – 20 and August 23 – 27 from 9:00am – 3:00pm. July 26, 2010
FFC Gold Coast is proud to be hosting summer basketball camps for children ages 6 -14. These personalized camps will be conducted by One on One Basketball Inc., a leader in quality basketball instruction for 10 years. Their thorough instruction is designed to accommodate all ages and skill levels. For further information on any of their upcoming camps, please call them 773-588-2255 or email at toms@1on1basketball.com or visit them on the web.
August Master Class: Ballet Barre July 26, 2010
Wednesday, August 18 from 4:45pm – 5:30pm in the Mind/Body studio at FFC Union Station. Complimentary, for FFC Orange Level Members ONLY. As members of FFC Gold Coast and Union Station, you have exclusive access to monthly Master Classes. In August, we feature guest instructor Heather Moore and Ballet Barre, a group class drawing its inspiration from ballet. Employing the body bar and light weights to both shape and elongate all of your major muscle groups, you’ll be tutu ready in no time! For more information, contact Group Exercise Manager, Dominick DeFranco at ddefranco@ffc.com.
Group Exercise Class Highlight – Restorative Yoga! July 26, 2010
Feeling Stressed? Try Restorative Yoga! Thursdays, from 5:30pm-6:30pm. Complimentary. If yoga was a smorgasbord, restorative postures would most definitely be the dessert! In an ideal world, every asana/yoga pose would feel restorative. But those that fall into the special category of restorative poses have a particular ability to leave us nourished and well rested. That is exactly how you’ll feel after taking this class with Gold Coast Yoga Instructor Jennifer Shin. On Thursday, August 19, every participant will receive a little extra something to take home with them, plus, enjoy a special dessert after class. No experience necessary. All levels are welcome. For more information e-mail Group Exercise Manager Kelly Nyhan at knyhan@ffc.com.
