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Group Fitness Classes In Honor Of World Mental Health Day

Join us as we honor World Mental Health Day with “Unplug” – a 15 minute meditation class following one of our regular scheduled classes on Thursday, October 10! Learn how to calm your brain and body with simple meditation techniques. Experience an increase in self awareness, clarity and creativity. See below for which class will have a meditation class following it. Register for a spot in the FFC+  App!

Elmhurst:

  • Unplug: 11:45-12:00 PM with Denise

Gold Coast:

  • Unplug: 9:45-10:00 AM, following the 9:00 AM Vinyasa Yoga

Lincoln Park:

  • Unplug: 7:30-7:45 PM, following the 6:45 PM Candlelight Yoga

Old Town:

  • Unplug: 12:45-1:00 PM, following the 12:00 PM Vinyasa Yoga

Park Ridge:

  • Unplug: 7:30-7:45 PM with Anna

South Loop:

  • Unplug: 8:00 AM with Tony, following the 7:00 AM Sunrise Salutation class

West Loop:

  • Unplug: 8:30 PM with Alice, following the 7:30 PM Hot Yoga class
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Member Appreciation Party

Help FFC celebrate 40 Years at our Member Appreciation Party on the Pool Deck on Thursday, September 19 from 5:30 – 7:30 PM!

Guests are welcome so bring a friend for free! Complimentary food will be available from Sugar Factory with a cash bar at the Splash Bar. We hope to see you there!

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DASH Coffee Hour with Dr. Sara Kraut

Please join us for our DASH Coffee Hour on Tuesday, September 24 at 12:00 PM with Dr. Sara Kraut. Sara is an experienced Physical Therapist with a demonstrated history of working in the health care and health care education industries. Advanced training in Pilates, Vestibular Rehabilitation, and Neurological disorders. Strong entrepreneurship professional with a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree, certification in Pilates, over 13 years as a national continuing education provider, and faculty member of Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science.Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, and Peripheral Neuropathy. She is a certified Pilates Instructor, an AFAA-certified Group Exercise Instructor, and an ACE-certified Personal Trainer. Sara currently owns a private practice here in Park Ridge and has a passion for people. Please join us in a conversation, coffee and muffins, and prizes.

For questions, contact Maryssa at mliterland@ffc.com.

 

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Parents Night Out: Mad Science Night

Join us for Parent’s Night Out: Mad Science Night, a fun night of science experiments, crafts, pizza and a fun movie. The event is on Friday, September 13 from 5:00 – 8:00 PM for children ages 5-10. The cost is $35 per child or $45 for two children of members. There is an additional $5 cost for non-members. Registration ends Wednesday September 11.

Contact Dawn Brunner at dbrunner@ffc.com for questions or to register.

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Member Appreciation Week Fitness Challenges

Participate in a variety of fitness challenges Monday, 9/16 – Friday, 9/20 at 9 AM, 12 PM, and 5 PM to get entered to win a 3 pack of training!

Email Stephanie at scampione@ffc.com for more info.

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Kids’ Club Member Appreciation

Attention all parents! Drop your children off at the Kids Club on September 19 from 5:30 – 7:30 PM for some special Anniversary activities and treats while you enjoy the Member Appreciation Party on the Pool Deck.

Email Dawn at dbrunner@ffc.com for more info.

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Pilates Intro Classes

Ready to learn the art of Pilates? Join us for Intro to Pilates classes! Space is limited, register in the FFC+ app.’

  • Monday, 9/16 at 10:00 AM with Sam
  • Tuesday, 9/17 at 5:30 PM with Rosie
  • Saturday, 9/21 at 11:00 AM with Shanna

Register in the FFC+ app.

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Pilates DASH Stabilization & Balance Class with Sterling

Join Sterling on Wednesday, September 18 at 1 PM for a pilates apparatus class focused on balance and mobility. Spaces are limited.

Please contact Sterling at sterling.lato@ffc.com to register!

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Wunda Chair Demo on the Turf with Sterling

Sterling will be on the turf with a Wunda Chair to challenge your strength and balance. Join us on Friday, September 20 at 10 AM for this fun demo!

Email Shanna at stobin@ffc.com to reserve your spot.

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Ped-o-pull Demo on the Turf with Rosie

Meet our newest pilates instructor Rosie and see how pilates can improve your posture! Join us on September 19 at 5:30 PM for a ped-o-pull demo on the Turf!

Email Shanna at stobin@ffc.com to reserve your spot.

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Complimentary Access to the Recovery Lounge

In celebration of Member Appreciation Week enjoy complimentary access to the recovery lounge from September 16 – 21!

Reserve your session in the FFC+ app.

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Stay Active, Stay Youthful with FFC’s D.A.S.H. Program

D.A.S.H. – Developing Active Senior Health at FFC!  We invite our senior community to celebrate the joy of movement with our exclusive lineup of classes tailored just for you. Whether you’re looking to stay fit, gain strength, or simply enjoy the company of like-minded individuals, D.A.S.H. has something special to offer:

  • DASH Fitness: Kickstart your Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11:15 AM with energizing workouts that blend fun and fitness in perfect harmony.
  • Aqua Workouts: Dive into our Aqua Workouts Monday through Wednesday, Friday and Saturday at 10:15 AM.

Looking to join or have any questions? Contact Alexandra Castillo at acastillo@ffc.com and discover how you can be part of our vibrant senior community!

 

 

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DASH Poolside Hangout

Get your sunglasses and sandals and join us for some light snacks and raffle giveaways on our outdoor pool deck for our DASH Poolside Hangout! The hangout will be on Monday, August 12 from 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.

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Belly Dancing Workshop

Bring your workout attire and a water bottle and enjoy a fun-filled Belly Dancing Workshop class on Monday, August 12 from 6:30 – 7:00 PM that invigorates the entire body and helps posture, stamina, balance and grace. This workout combines resistance training, core engagement, coordination and flow with a unique blend of Pilates and Belly Dancing. The cost is $20 for members and $30 for non-members.

Register at https://ffc.com/group-fitness-programs/. For questions, contact acastillo@ffc.com.

 

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Splash Bar Summer Fun BBQ & DJ

Join us on Sunday, August 4 from 1:00 – 3:00 PM for a bbq at the Splash Bar with a DJ! Enjoy drink & food specials and music by local DJ, Tony Maggio. This event is 21+ and complimentary to members & guests!

Contact Ellen at eharan@ffc.com for more info.

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DASH Coffee Hour: DASH & Pilates

Please join us for our DASH Coffee Hour covering DASH & Pilates with Pilates Instructor Sterling Lato on Tuesday, August 20 at 12:00 PM. Come and connect with other DASH members, enjoy coffee and muffins, win prizes and learn about the benefits of Pilates.

Contact Maryssa at mliterland@ffc.com for more information and with any questions. We hope to see you there!

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Parents Night Out: Carnival Night

Join us on Friday, August 30 from 5:00 – 8:00 PM for Parent’s Night Out: Carnival Night. Participants will enjoy a fun night of carnival themed games, crafts, pizza and a fun movie. The cost is $35 per child or $45 for two children of members. This event is for children ages 3-8. There is an additional $5 charge for non-members. Registration ends Wednesday August 28.

Contact Dawn Brunner at dbrunner@ffc.com dbrunner@ffc.com for questions or to register.

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Land and Sea With Tania Coleman

Join us for this fun, challenging, and effective cross-training class on Wednesday, July 24 from 7:30 – 8:15 PM. Your workout begins on the pool deck for a series of bodyweight exercises followed by high-energy drills performed in the water. This format is suitable for all fitness levels and is an excellent way to challenge your body while being easy on your joints.

Register in the FFC+ app.

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InBody Analysis Information Session

Unsure about where to take your program to get the results you are looking for? Every Saturday in July, at 10:00 AM at the Fitness Desk, we are hosting an InBody information table. Hope to see you there.

Stephanie Campione at scampione@ffc.com with any questions.

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Welcome FFC Park Ridge’s Newest Pilates Instructor: Sterling Lato

Sterling may be new to Park Ridge but has been with FFC for more than 10 years as a personal trainer and Pilates instructor at our Gold Coast location. Having completed both classical and contemporary Pilates instructor training programs, her sessions are varied but always have the same goal – meeting the needs of our members.

Whether you are improving your weight training form, stability, and balance, or if you are looking for a safe exercise program post-physical therapy or surgery, contact Sterling to schedule a Pilates session at sterling.lato@ffc.com!

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