Oak Park News
May Message from General Manager, Jeff Long April 29, 2013
May 18 marks FFC Oak Park’s six-year anniversary. I want to thank you all for a great six years, and many of you have been with us since the very beginning. We are truly honored to be your Oak Park health Club!
If you haven’t noticed yet, we found a new place to install a heavy bag. It is located at the northeast corner of the basketball court. Although it will not always be available for use because of basketball, we felt that having the heavy bag available sometimes is better than not having it all. When using is, please make sure to wear gloves.
As springtime continues in Chicago, we encourage you to continue your fitness routine and come into the Club to take advantage of all our exceptional health and fitness programming. Our team at FFC is always here to help you.
Memorial Day Club Hours April 29, 2013
In observance of the Memorial Day Holiday, here are the special hours for Monday, May 27:
FFC Oak Park: 7:00am – 5:00pm
Remember to also check the group fitness schedule for holiday class times.
Parents Night Off April 29, 2013
Parents take the night off on Friday, May 31, from 6:00pm–9:00pm. One child $20/Member, two children $30/Member, and one child $25/Non Member, two children $35/Non Member. Each additional child is $5. We take the kids, and you take the night off! Hurry, space is limited. Register with Kids Club Supervisor Doris Sorrels at dsorrels@ffc.com or 708-383-1114 x115. Cut off time for registration is 1:00pm on the day of the event. Drop off children between 5:45pm and 6:00pm.
Year of Wellness Winner April 29, 2013
We continue to follow the health and fitness journey of our Year of Wellness winner Quinetta Taylor. She has made extraordinary progress towards her goal of losing enough weight to be on the list for a kidney transplant. We now have exciting news to share from Quinetta… Click here to read her story.
Beginner Climbing Class April 29, 2013
Mondays from 6:00pm -7:00pm. Members: $125/Non-Members: $175. Six-week course includes a full body workout. Learn the basics of belaying- includes certification, a $40 value. Register at the Fitness Desk. For more information, contact Sham Saleh at hsaleh@ffc.com.
Join Us For A Fun Run! April 29, 2013
Looking to join a fun running group? Then FFC is your Chicago Health Club destination. Join us on Tuesday nights at 6:00pm beginning May 7 for a complimentary “Fun Run” hosted by TriMonster® and FFC. Each Tuesday there will be a “Fun Run” at a designated FFC Club. Choose to run three miles or five miles. All levels are welcome. The first Tuesday of each month is open to Non-Members and guests. Meet at the front desk. For more information, please contact the Endurance Coaches at endurance@ffc.com.
May Fun Run Locations:
May 7 – West Loop
May 14 – Union Station
May 21 – South Loop
May 28 – Oak Park
National Pilates Month April 29, 2013
Join us for complimentary Pilates classes and workouts at FFC Oak Park! Wednesday, May 8: Try Pilates from 12:30pm-2:00pm. Monday, May 13: Try Pilates from 8:00am-9:00am. Friday, May 24: Try Pilates 9:00am-10:00am. Wednesday, May 29: Pilates “Hold the Plank” Contest from 5:00pm-7:00pm. For more information, contact Cameron Jarrett at cjarrett@ffc.com.
Looking For A New You? April 29, 2013
Struggling to lose weight? Looking to lose 5 – 20 pounds? Are you seeking direction with your eating habits? Searching for a group of friends striving toward the same goals? Then FFC is your Chicago Health Club destination and has the program you are looking for. Come to one of our informational meetings and learn how we will transform you into a New You, so you can look and feel your best this spring. An informational meeting will be held on Wednesday, May 8 at 6:00pm. The program begins on Monday, May 13. The twelve week program is $499/Member. Program includes the ActivTrax Nutrition Tracking System, FA20 or FT7 Polar watch, 24 Small Group Training Sessions, two lectures – grocery tour and dining out, and three evaluations. Click here for more information.
Kids‘ Taekwondo April 29, 2013
May 10 – June 28. Eight sessions are $100 Members/$125 Non-Members. Fridays from 4:00pm-4:45pm (3yrs-5yrs) and 5:00pm-5:45pm (6yrs-12yrs). Must sign up in Kids Club only. For more information, contact Doris Sorrels at dsorrels@ffc.com.
Kettlebell Workshop April 29, 2013
Saturday, May 11 at 11:30am. Complimentary for Members. Learn the fundamentals of kettlebell, learn proper form and holds, and review eight basic exercises. Workshop will be held in the FFC Oak Park Community Room. For more information, contact Sylwia Thomas at sylwia.thomas@ffc.com.
