FFC Old Town
Club Programming

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For all those who get moving right at sunrise, we appreciate you! Join us on March 25th between 6:00 AM – 9:00 AM for coffee, snacks, and a great start to the day! Bring a friend for the first time between 6:00 AM – 8:00 AM and earn a free Small Group Training session!

Contact Dwight Bratholt at dbratholt@ffc.com for more information.

Welcome new staff to FFC!

Hello!

My name is Carlos L. Ortiz Jr, I was born and raised in Chicago, IL. I am an experienced Aquatic/Program Director, who has worked in a variety of settings, including a Boys and Girls Club, YMCA, and Fitness Centers. With a background in Aquatics, I feel comfortable working with a variety of different people, ranging from young children to older adults. Passionate about maintaining an active lifestyle and encouraging those around me to do so. This includes Swimming, Biking, and engaging in team sports. Team Sports- Both participating and facilitating groups. This includes Basketball, Softball, Volleyball, and Football. I enjoy traveling and I’m interested in learning about different cultures, ethnicities, and people. I am extremely grateful to start working for FFC and excited to see what the future holds!

Carlos Ortiz Jr. the Sandburg Pool Manager

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Calling all participants of the Shamrock Shuffle on March 24! Bring in your bib number to the front desk between March 1 – 31 to be entered into a raffle and win a free personal training session, Pilates session, or 30-minute massage.

Raffle entries will be pulled on Monday, April 1, and will be sent out to members that week. Services are available for redemption at the Old Town location (besides massage) as soon as they’re received by the member. Prizes can also be transferred to another member if they choose. Contact Michael Brierton at mbrierton@ffc.com with any questions.

view of the cardio equipment from the turf at Old Town

We’ll be starting a “Workout of the Week” this month in our new upstairs studio. Check out the chalkboard each week for a new workout to challenge yourself and keep your fitness moving forward! This will be updated weekly on Mondays!

Contact Michael Brierton at mbrierton@ffc.com with any questions.

30 Minute Workout: the squat and why they're so amazing for you

Join us for a thorough assessment of your squat anatomy! Do you need to stand wider? Should your toes face in vs out? Where should your weight be?

This 45-minute workshop on February 14 at 6:00 PM will help you build awareness in your feet and hips to develop the most functional squat for your body.

Why it’s important to find your Squat:

  • You’re new to fitness and not sure where to start.
  • To address back, knee, hip, and foot issues you may be having from your lifts.
  • Increase mobility, strengthen your pelvic floor, and develop your glutes and quads.
  • Reduce the risk of future injury.
  • Enhance your technique or try something new.

Email jrussell@ffc.com to register.