Reflections: July-August 2023

TEACH YOUR TOTS BASIC TECHNIQUES AND SAFETY

6 STEPS TO A SETUP

Our golf pro shares his tips for the perfect swing.

RUNNING UPSTREAM

Learn all about the region’s most beloved fish.

SWIMMING 101

A guide to helping your children learn the basics.

Meet Bellevue Club member and local artist Kaz Jackson ... sort of.

Explore the fundamentals of how to age gracefully throughout the decades.

How two local medical experts are revolutionizing the way to test fitness levels among athletes.

LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

THIS SUMMER IS BUSY!

After a few years of being stuck inside and nervous about socilaizing or traveling, it seems like this summer everything is finally humming again. The club is no excpetion.

A truly exciting endevaor, we have four local artists showcasing their art on-site in the coming months. We have fine artists, a muscian and a photographer, all hosting specials events in the next two months. Turn to page 28 to get the details.

We also have a few cutting-edge fitness opportunities coming up. Turn to page 48 to learn about Belmar Cardiopulmonary Diagnostics and how they can help you acheive your next personal record or athletic goal.

If you simply want to host the ultimate summer dinner party, check out the “Ultimate Guide to Pacific Northwest Seafood” on page 22. Explore inventive recipes, such as crab rolls with fennel pollen and pickled bull kelp. Serve them up for the perfect celebration.

Be well,

Lauren Hunsberger, Editor

REFLECTIONS MAGAZINE

VOLUME 36 ISSUE 12

creative director

Bonnie Tankovich

425.688.3194

editor

Lauren Hunsberger 425.688.3162

designer Yasmeen Nayfeh

425.688.3163

junior designer Ashley Edmison 425.688.3161

advertising

Debbie Brickman

425.488.3211

To receive a media kit, please call 425.445.6800 or visit bcreflections.com.

BELLEVUE CLUB

president S. W. Thurston

club manager Connor Eden athletic services

425.455.1616

bellevueclub.com

bellevue club hotel 425.454.4424

bellevueclubhotel.com

BELLEVUE CLUB REFLECTIONS (ISSN 1096-8105) is published bi-monthly by the Bellevue Club, 11200 S.E. 6th, Bellevue, WA 98004. Copyright 2019 by Bellevue Club. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without express written permission is prohibited. Publication number 715390. Periodicals postage paid @ Bellevue, WA, and additional offices.

Editorial, Advertising and Circulation

Office: P.O. Box 90020, Bellevue, WA 98009 (mailing address); 11200 S.E. 6th, Bellevue, WA 98004 (street address); telephone 425.455.1616. Produced by Vernon Publications, LLC, P.O. Box 970, Woodinville, WA 98072-0970. POSTMASTER send address changes to BELLEVUE CLUB REFLECTIONS, 11200 S.E. Sixth St., Bellevue, WA 98004.

Pop Rocks

IT IS WELL-KNOWN CERTAIN COLORS HAVE THE POWER TO ENHANCE OUR MOODS. What better way to bring a touch of vibrancy and juiciness to your jewelry pieces than a colorful gemstone. Relaxed hints of blue, or aesthetic yellow, go nicely with summer attire. A verdant green emerald will add a hint of glamour. If you can’t decide, wear all of the colors of the rainbow in this beautiful bracelet.

—Steven Goldfarb

2023

JULY/AUGUST

• upcoming events

4 — HOLIDAY HOURS AT THE CLUB

5

MEN’S SUMMER LEAGUE BASKETBALL BEGINS

6-8 SIP & SHOPPE ECLIPSE BOUTIQUE INVENTORY SALE

8, 15, & 22

YOUTH FITNESS ORIENTATIONS

20

— MEET THE ARTIST COCKTAIL RECEPTION WITH ELIACHI KIMARO

EVERY BODY DESERVES SOME LOVE

July 16 – 22 is officially “Everybody Deserves a Massage Week,” which is dedicated to spreading awareness about the healing benefits of the practice. In honor of massage appreciation week, the Spa is offering 10% off all massage services.

BELLEVUE CLUB BUTCHER SHOP

We are excited to bring you individual and whole roast options of premium local beef, pork, and chicken customizable for your family’s needs. Orders open on the first of each month. Visit members.bellevueclub.com for closing and pick up dates.

SUMMER MUSIC SERIES

See local musician Harold Belskus live at the club from July 11 – August 15.

Splash: Tuesdays, 5 – 8 p.m. | Polaris: Fridays, 5 – 8 p.m.

VITAMIN B SHOTS

Join Voda Health on the third Thursday of every month from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. outside Studio 1 for vitamin B and nutrient shots.

27 & 28

—

ACTIVE AGING

28

—

WEEKLY EVENTS

Capri,

Via Traversa Torina

Summer is here, and we’re taking an opportunity to celebrate indoor/outdoor living at its best! The Sotheby’s International Realty® network offers our clients access to homes in locations around the globe with connections you can trust. Whether you’re seeking a vacation getaway or are ready to make a move to a new city, we invite you to join us as we explore lifestyle offerings in some of our favorite locations. Because after all, nothing compares to what’s next.

Natalie Ward 425.419.3785

natalie.ward@sothebysrealty.com

We’re local experts with global reach that will help you on your real estate journey— no matter where it takes you.

NEWSFEED

SWIM NOTES

BCST SWIMMERS ARE MAKING A SPLASH!

This year, there was an impressive number of swimmers that signed with colleges all over the country. Congratulations to the entire Bellevue Club Swim Team class of 2023!

OLYMPIC TRIALS QUALIFIERS

Piper Enge (left) qualified for the USA Swimming

2024 Olympic Trials in the 100 M and 200 M breaststroke events. Alexa McDevitt (right) qualified for the USA Swimming 2024 Olympic trials in the 400 M individual medley event. Congratulations!

STEPS TO THE PERFECT SETUP

Bellevue Club PGA golf professional Chris Getz shares his tips for setting up a golf swing. “The setup stage of the golf swing involves assuming the correct position before it actually starts,” he says. “There are many elements to consider, and overlooking key areas at the start will snowball into issues down the line.”

1. The club should rest flat behind the ball.

2. Your hands should flow straight down from the shoulders.

3. The knees should be comfortably flexed.

4. The upper body should be tilted forward and straight, between 25 and 45 degrees, depending on the size of your chest and the length of your arms.

5. The trailing hand should be lower on the grip than the forward hand, producing a slight tilt with the shoulders.

6. The weight should be evenly divided between the two feet and rest mostly on the balls of the feet.

For more information or to book a lesson with Chris Getz, visit members.bellevueclub.com.

Running Upstream

A guide to the area’s most favorite fish. Rob Chandler, co-owner of TH Seafoods, talks with us about Pacific Northwest salmon.

Reflections magazine: What are the main PNW salmon varieties people should be familiar with?

Rob Chandler: The different salmon varieties come from the Columbia River, Puget Sound, the native groups of Neah Bay, Westport and Quillayute River. The various wild salmon varieties are kings/ chinook, red/sockeye, silver/coho, pink and chum. All species run in the PNW.

RM: How do salmon runs differ year to year?

RC: Every year is different and, unfortunately, we don’t always know why. It really depends on the escapement of fish and egg productions. In some years, other fish species eat the salmon eggs and that limits next year’s growth and runs. Some locations are hit so hard that the salmon do not return for years. For example, the Yukon River has had three years of zero production, and they don’t know the exact reason.

FISH FACTS: DID YOU KNOW?

For salmon to grow four to six pounds, it takes about two years. So runs are much older than people think.

Salmon live in both salt and fresh water.

Female salmon can carry over 4,000 eggs.

Salmon runs don’t like warm water. That is why Alaska has some of the best salmon in the world.

Farmed salmon has just as many omega-3s as wild salmon.

photo by geraud pfeiffer

written by lauren hunsberger

RM: How does this year look so far?

RC: So far, Copper River salmon fishing has been healthy this year, which means prices will be lower than the past several years.

RM: What can we be doing to be good stewards of the local salmon populations?

RC: To be honest, we all need to buy farmed fish to keep the wild production running. There are some really good sustainable farms, such as New Zealand king salmon. Sorry to say, but if we don’t buy farmed salmon, wild salmon will be gone forever.

What are your favorite ways to enjoy eating salmon? Favorite variety and favorite preparation?

RC: Like most people, I love king salmon. Simple grilling is best—just put it on the BBQ. Also, don’t forget to eat salmon with the skin on! The skin has large amounts of omega-3s.

ABOUT TH SEAFOODS

TH Seafoods is a Seattlebased premier distributor of quality seafood. We have been in business for 19 years, producing some of the highest-quality salmon product in Washington State. We are a direct buyer off the dock, and all products are thoroughly inspected before going into the Seattle plant— this assures the highest quality and freshest product possible.

SALMON + ROSÉ EVENT

August 18 | Polaris

Bellevue Club is partnering with TH Seafoods and local wineries for the perfect summer event. Sip and savor a variety of both!

To register, visit members.bellevueclub.com.

S wimming 101

With hot summer days around the corner, pool parties, boating and other opportunities to cool off will present themselves, and having little ones who don’t know how to swim yet can be stressful. Plus, swim lessons are even more difficult to find this time of year. Don’t worry, I’m here to help! I’ve been a swim instructor for 10 years at the Bellevue Club, and this is my insider’s guide to helping your children learn the basics!

written by ashley edmison

TIPS FOR TEACHING TOTS

Don’t miss an opportunity to practice! Baths are a great place to practice blowing bubbles and getting comfortable in the water. Don’t hesitate to dump water on those little heads either. You might feel you’re doing them a favor by not getting water in their eyes, but you’re setting them back for the first step to swimming.

If you find yourself in the pool with your kids this summer, let them explore. If your kids aren’t swimming on their own yet, don’t put unneeded pressure on yourself and them to learn in a day. Stay within arm’s reach of them, and let them run, crawl or jump around in an area where they can stand. If you’re in a pool with stairs, this can be a great place for tots to explore.

Get creative! My personal favorite way to get a reluctant child to put their face in the water is to go on a “scuba adventure.” First, have them blow bubbles to “talk to the fish,” then have them dip an ear in to “hear the fish.” Lastly, have them put an eye or two in to “see the fish.” Then repeat with other sea creatures. Continue working on this until they are putting both eyes in the water comfortably.

The best safety skill you can teach your child is to flip to their back and float. This is something you can work on at any skill level, even if they aren’t putting their face in the water yet. Hold them in a floating position and roll them on to their back. Once they get the hang of independently floating on both their front and back, it will become easier for them to flip over unassisted.

GOGGLES OR NO GOGGLES?

If your child is hesitant to go underwater, goggles can help them gain the confidence to do so. However, once they are confident and are working on stroke development, be sure to have them practice without goggles so they don’t become dependent on them to swim, as this can be a safety concern.

If your child is comfortable putting their face in without goggles from the start, encourage it. Once they are confident, then have them wear goggles to make it easier to see where they are going.

There are hundreds of goggles out there to choose from. Finding the right pair can make such a difference for your child. Don’t worry about getting them the “fun ones” as these tend to leak, and your child won’t see them once they are on their face anyway. My personal favorite pair, which tends to fit every child, is the TYR Swimple Tie Dye Youth Goggles.

Stay away from goggles with dark lenses, as this can be a sensory overload for a child who is still trying to get used to having their face in the water.

SAFETY & LIFE JACKETS

Always stay alert and within arm’s reach of your child when they are in or near any body of water. Even if your child isn’t in the water, one unsteady step could send them right in.

Kids love to jump into the pool, and it can be a great way for them to get comfortable with water in their face. However, if they are timid, they might try to grab the wall as they jump in, which can result in stitches under the chin. Make sure they know to always jump away from the wall.

When choosing a life jacket, it is important to check the size and weight requirements. Puddle Jumpers make a great life jacket for preschoolers. The life jackets are U.S. Coast Guard approved and have an adjustable safety buckle in the back that kids cannot reach themselves.

Putting a little one in a life jacket can assist them in feeling comfortable floating and kicking around; it can also teach them habits that can be difficult to correct. To help combat this, encourage them to splash their feet while lying on their back or belly.

Visit

written by james o. fraioli ••• photography by charity burggraaf

For those of us who are fortunate enough to call the Pacific Northwest home, there’s an abundance of diverse marine life found in our bays, estuaries and seas. From our popular king salmon runs and Dungeness crab, to our native Olympia oysters, spot prawns and almost mythical geoduck, our corner of the country has one of the richest seafood resources on the planet.

Recently, I had the good fortune of teaming up with local chef John Wahlke and Fremont Mischief Distillery on the cookbook: Spirited Cooking from the Pacific Northwest. Whether it’s serving fresh, sustainable fish, or aging their select spirits aboard the famed crab boats featured on Discovery’s Deadliest Catch, you’ll discover through the pages of the book that Fremont Mischief understands seafood and is committed to responsible sourcing while offering dishes that showcase just how lucky we are to live in the Evergreen State.

CRAB ROLL WITH SMOKED PAPRIKA & FENNEL POLLEN Serves

4 to 6

Inspired by the East Coast lobster roll, this recipe features fresh, succulent Northwest crab. You can use either king crab or Dungeness.

1/4 cup whole unsalted butter

4 fresh hot dog buns, split

2 cups Crab Salad, recipe follows

4 small lemon wedges

1 teaspoon fennel pollen, optional

1 teaspoon smoked paprika, optional

In a sauté or cast-iron pan over medium heat, add the butter. When the butter has melted, place the bun, cut side down, into the melted butter and toast. Remove from the pan and slice an opening into the top of the bun, creating a pocket for the crab. If you like, drizzle some pan butter into the pocket. Next, add the Crab Salad into the roll, making sure to stuff it well without tearing the bun. It’s okay to have some crab protruding from the top. Squeeze the lemon wedge on top, and finish with the fennel pollen and smoked paprika, if desired. Repeat process for the other three buns.

CRAB SALAD

Makes 2 cups

1 pound fresh cooked king or Dungeness crab meat, picked and chilled

In a mixing bowl, add the crab meat. Gently break the meat apart but leave some larger pieces intact. Add the red onion, celery, chives, mayonnaise, lemon juice, salt, pepper, fennel pollen, and smoked paprika. Mix well and reserve in the refrigerator until ready to use.

1 tablespoon red onion, peeled and thinly sliced and chopped

1 tablespoon thinly sliced and chopped celery

1/2 tablespoon thinly sliced chives

1/4 cup mayonnaise

2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

2 teaspoons kosher salt

1/2 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper

1/4 teaspoon fennel pollen

1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika

NORTHWEST CHOWDER Serves 4 to 6

As settlers in the Pacific Northwest, local Indigenous tribes cooked with an abundance of salmon, clams, oysters and crabs from the cold waters of the Pacific. This recipe is an attempt to relive those memories. The result is a hearty, creamy soup with tender chunks of potatoes that melt in your mouth. You’ll further enjoy the contrasting flavors of the kale and kelp and the fading brine of the fish and clams.

1/3 cup whole unsalted butter

1 1/2 cups diced yellow onion

1 cup diced celery

1 tablespoon minced garlic

1/3 cup flour

1 1/2 cups vegetable stock

1 pint clam juice

1/2 cup heavy cream

2 cups whole milk

1 tablespoon kosher salt

2 teaspoons fresh cracked black pepper

1/2 cup julienned kale

1/4 cup finely chopped bull kelp

(or ribbon kelp) blades

1 pound diced Yukon (gold) potatoes

1/2 pound fresh wild Pacific rock cod fillets

1/3 pound wild sockeye salmon

3/4 pound manilla clams, shucked

2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme

2 teaspoons thinly sliced chives

1/2 lemon (about 1 1/2 tablespoons), squeezed

1/2 teaspoon hot sauce

In a large saucepot over medium-high heat, add the butter. When the butter is melted, add the onions and celery. Sweat the vegetables until soft, but do not brown. Add the garlic and stir continuously to avoid burning. Add the flour and continue to stir, forming a roux. Reduce the heat to low and continue to thoroughly mix. Add the vegetable stock and clam juice and return the heat to medium-high. Stir to incorporate the roux into the liquid. Add the heavy cream and milk. Bring to a boil, then simmer on low heat while stirring to prevent scorching. At this point, the soup should be thickened. Add the salt, pepper, kale, kelp and potatoes. Simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring often. Add the fish and clams and let simmer for another 10 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through. Add the thyme, chives, lemon juice and hot sauce. Check the seasoning and add additional salt to taste, if necessary. Note: The chowder is best the next day after the flavors have had a chance to meld. Serve hot with fresh sourdough bread. The chowder will last in the refrigerator for up to 1 week in an airtight container.

BULL KELP PICKLES

Makes 3 cups

Forests of bull kelp thrive along our coastal waters. High in protein, potassium and trace minerals, bull kelp is beginning to find its way into kitchens. If you have an opportunity to get your hands on some fresh bull kelp, slice the stipe into thin rounds, pickle them per the recipe and serve them as you would traditional pickles. It’s a nice, crisp alternative to the pickled cucumber.

3 cups fresh bull kelp stipe, sliced into 1/8-inch rounds

1/4 teaspoons red pepper flakes

6 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed

1 teaspoon mustard seeds

1/2 teaspoon dill seeds

1 tablespoon coriander seed

2 cups white distilled vinegar

3/4 cup water

3 tablespoons kosher salt

1/4 cup granulated sugar

Place the sliced kelp rounds into a glass jar. Add the pepper flakes, garlic, mustard seeds, dill seeds and coriander seeds.

In a small pot over high heat, add the vinegar, water, salt and sugar. Bring to a boil while stirring occasionally until the ingredients are dissolved. Remove from the heat and pour the hot brine into the jars until the kelp is completely covered. Seal the jars and store in the refrigerator for 3 days. The jars will keep refrigerated up to 4 months.

GIN-CURED

SOCKEYE SALMON

Serves 10 (2 ounces per serving)

This recipe features gin and its botanicals—a fabulous flavoring for salmon. When shopping, select fresh, wild sockeye salmon. It’s the best salmon for this recipe because of its low-fat content.

1/2 cup Gin Botanicals, see below

1 1/2 cups salt

1 cup granulated sugar

2 pounds fresh sockeye salmon fillet, skin on, pin bones removed

6–10 fresh mint leaves

GIN BOTANICALS:

3 tablespoons juniper berries

1 tablespoon coriander

1 teaspoon dried lemon zest

1/2 cinnamon stick

1 bay leaf

1 teaspoon chamomile

3 cardamom pods, broken

1/4 teaspoon fennel

3 black peppercorns

In a blender, grinder or food processor, add all the ingredients for the Gin Botanicals. Pulse a few times just to crack the spices, but do not grind them. Transfer to a bowl, along with the salt and sugar. Mix well to combine.

Next, lay out a sheet of aluminum foil about three times the size of the fillet. Sprinkle half the curing mixture evenly on the wrap. Place the salmon fillet skin side down on the cure. Add the mint leaves across the fillet, then evenly cover the exposed flesh with a generous amount of the curing mixture. Wrap the fillet in foil and place on a baking sheet, then transfer to the refrigerator. Now place a second baking sheet on top of the fillet and hold it down to apply a light weight to the fillet. A couple soup cans work great for this. Keep in the refrigerator at least 24 hours.

Remove the salmon from the refrigerator, rinse and pat dry. Repeat the process (cure, foil, refrigerate for 24 hours) using new foil. You will repeat the process every 24 hours for 3 to 4 days depending on the size and width of your salmon fillet. The goal here is for the flesh to become slightly translucent and firm. The edges may be a bit saltier than the thicker middle part of the fillet. This is normal.

To serve, slice as thin as possible (works well if the fillet is slightly frozen). Store any unused salmon in the refrigerator (wrapped in plastic wrap) for up to 1 week. You can also portion and freeze the salmon in airtight freezer-safe bags for up to 1 month.

HEIRLOOM TOMATO GAZPACHO WITH SOURDOUGH TOAST POINTS & DUNGENESS CRAB

Serves 4 (5 to 6 ounces per serving)

Here’s a chilled raw soup that originated in Spain and ideal for summer gatherings. The most important step is to use the highest-quality tomatoes. Unlike commercial tomatoes sold at most supermarkets, in which the tomatoes have had their flavor systemically bred out of them for perfectly round shapes and bright red color, heirlooms—or homegrown garden tomatoes—are packed with wonderful, sweet flavor and are best for this recipe.

2 pounds multicolored heirloom tomatoes, quartered

1/4 cup kosher salt

1/4 teaspoon white pepper

1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil

1 1/2 ounces picked fresh Dungeness crab meat

1 teaspoon fresh chives

1/4 lemon, zested Basil Oil, as needed, recipe follows Sourdough toast points, as needed

Place the quartered tomatoes in a shallow pan and salt them generously. Cover and place in the refrigerator overnight. In a kitchen blender, add the tomatoes in four batches and purée on high. Add the pepper, vinegar and olive oil. Continue to blend until creamy and smooth, about 1 minute. Season to taste with salt. Transfer to a small bowl and add the crab meat, chives and lemon zest. Drizzle the Basil Oil on top before serving with sourdough toast points.

BASIL OIL

3 tablespoons olive oil , 2 fresh basil leaves, 1/4 teaspoon salt

In a kitchen blender, add the oil, basil and salt and blend well. Pass contents through a coffee filter to strain. Keep the Basil Oil in the refrigerator in an airtight container until ready to use for up to 5 days.

MEET BELLEVUE CLUB MEMBER AND LOCAL ARTIST

KAZ JACKSON...SORT OF

written by lauren hunsberger ••• photography by yasmeen nayfeh

The July edition of the Bellevue Club Supper Club will feature the work of Kaz Jackson. Come dine and do art with us!

To book a seat at the dinner, visit members.bellevueclub.com.

For a limited time, the Bellevue Club will feature the storytelling art of Eliaichi Kimaro. For the past 40 years, she has used her art to explore cultural inheritance and legacy, and she’s sharing it with our members.

Eliaichi is a creative storyteller who uses a wide variety of mediums—writing, music, photography, film and mixed-media art—to delve into her personal and family narratives. She loves layered stories that breathe in and out of space and time, stories that span generations and continents. She views art as an opportunity to simultaneously learn from her cultural inheritance and pass it on to the next generation.

“As a queer, mixed-race woman of color, a daughter of immigrants (Korean mother, Tanzanian father) and a survivor of abuse, I make art to tell stories—because every time we contribute our story, we create a more expansive, inclusive portrait of humanity.”

Her feature film A Lot Like You won six Best Documentary awards on the festival circuit before its nationwide PBS broadcast. For 10 years, Eliaichi has been engaging with communities around the world about the issues raised in her film, including gender-based violence, cultural identity and the power of personal storytelling. These keynotes culminated in her 2016 TEDxSeattle talk, “Why the World Needs Your Story.”

Since 2014, painting has been her focus. Eliaichi was selected for the Center on Contemporary Art Residency and the Artist Trust Fellowship. She’s received multiple grants from CityArtist, 4Culture and Artist Trust for her work in art and film. Recently, she received the McMillen Foundation Arts Fellowship, the Denis Diderot Grant and the Chateau Orquevaux Artist Residency in France.

Eliaichi is a member of Columbia City Gallery and CoCA Gallery, and has served on numerous boards, grant panels, film festival juries and museum exhibition committees.

For more information about the artist, visit elikimaro.com.

ART NEWS & NOTES

OTHER ARTISTS WE LOVE

This summer, these artists will be visiting the club!

HAROLD BELSKUS

Starting with electric guitar and drums at 12 years old, by 18, Harold was playing bass in Seattle rock groups, had regional radio airplay, headlined the Showbox in Seattle, toured the West Coast, and attended the 2005 MTV VMA’s on a personal invite by Sean “P. Diddy” Combs. Harold left the rock scene in 2006 to explore higher education, solo performance, travel, and to snowboard. Now, with a Cornish College of the Arts Music Degree in composition and performance, the background has diversified. He has performed reggae sets in Mexico, hip-hop in Belize, gypsy-jazz in Costa Rica, sacred Kirtan chants in Denver, and Americana-Funk across the country. haroldbelskus.com

See Harold Live | July 11 – August 15

Splash: Tuesdays, 5 – 8 p.m.

Polaris: Fridays, 5 – 8 p.m.

AN EVENING WITH ROBIN LAYTON

Robin Layton has been photographing rain in all its many forms for most of her life.  Over the past decade, she accumulated a collective picture of rain that planted the seeds for her latest book, Rain. During those years, her work took her around the world, and she came back with rainy images from Washington, Oregon, Alaska, Idaho, Texas, California, Hawaii, Wyoming, China and Japan. robinlayton.com

See Robin Live

August 24 | Polaris

Complimentary, reservations required at members.bellevueclub. com.

yOUth

TENNIS CLASSES

GROUP SWIM LESSONS

PRESCHOOL CLASSES + MORE

planning guide

Welcome!

From tennis, basketball and swim lessons to art classes and special holiday events, the Bellevue Club and our excellent instructors have a lot in store for your family this fall. With this comprehensive guide, pick and choose what interests your little one(s) and get the details on how to register.

The dates and times of each program are subject to change. For the most up-to-date offerings, please visit bellevueclub.com/youth.

SESSION CLASS REGISTATION DATES

SESSION 1: SEP. 11 - OCT 29 (7 WEEKS)

RECREATION: AUG. 9, 9 A.M.

TENNIS: AUG. 10, 9 A.M., AGES 4-10

TENNIS: AUG. 11, 9 A.M., AGES 11-17

AQUATICS: AUG. 28, 9 A.M., PRESCHOOL

AQUATICS: AUG. 29, 9 A.M., YOUTH

SESSION 2: OCT. 30 - DEC. 17 (7 WEEKS)

RECREATION: SEP. 27, 9 A.M.

TENNIS: SEP. 28, 9 A.M., AGES 4-10

TENNIS: SEP. 29, 9 A.M., AGES 11-17

AQUATICS: OCT. 16, 9 A.M., PRESCHOOL

AQUATICS: OCT. 17, 9 A.M., YOUTH

SESSION 3: JAN. 8 - FEB. 18 (6 WEEKS)

RECREATION: DEC. 6, 9 A.M.

TENNIS: DEC. 7, 9 A.M., AGES 4-10

TENNIS: DEC. 8, 9 A.M., AGES 11-17

AQUATICS: DEC. 18, 9 A.M., PRESCHOOL

AQUATICS: DEC. 19, 9 A.M., YOUTH

SESSION 4: FEB. 26 - APR. 7 (6 WEEKS)

RECREATION: JAN. 24, 9 A.M.

TENNIS: JAN. 25, 9 A.M., AGES 4-10

TENNIS: JAN. 26, 9 A.M., AGES 11-17

AQUATICS: FEB. 12, 9 A.M., PRESCHOOL

AQUATICS: FEB. 13,, 9 A.M., YOUTH

SESSION 5: APR. 15 - JUN. 9 (8 WEEKS)

RECREATION: MAR. 12, 9 A.M.

TENNIS: MAR. 14, 9 A.M., AGES 4-10

YOUTH FITNESS STUDIO ORIENTATIONS:

Youth fitness studio orientations are 30-minute sessions, offered in small groups, and required for members 12-14 years of age prior to using fitness Studio 1. Junior members will receive basic equipment use and review studio rules and etiquette. After successful completion, members 12-14 years of age may utilize Studio 1 while supervised by a parent or guardian. Visit bellevueclub.com for more information and to schedule.

TENNIS: MAR. 15, 9 A.M., AGES 11-17

AQUATICS: APR. 1, 9 A.M., PRESCHOOL

AQUATICS: APR. 2,, 9 A.M., YOUTH

* No class Nov 20-24 & May 27.

PRIVATE LESSONS

PRIVATE BALLET LESSONS

For children and adults, Christin ReussPurcell will design a lesson just for you. 45 minutes/$61; 60 minutes/$72; 90 minutes/$107

PRIVATE KARATE LESSONS

Join Bellevue Club’s own Sensei James Penor to master blocks, punches and kicks. Sessions will focus on fundamentals to help progress through the belts. 60 minutes/$110 per member for up to three participants

PRIVATE VOLLEYBALL LESSONS

Sessions will focus on fundamentals, drills and real game situations. Coach Eugene Wong will challenge players to push themselves to the next level. 30 minutes/$48; 60 minutes/$96; 90 minutes/$144

PRIVATE SQUASH LESSONS

For children and adults looking to explore a new sport or build on previous skills, squash trainer Latasha Khan will focus on fundamentals, individual/ group drills, and game knowledge. 30 minutes/$50; 45 minutes/$75; 60 minutes/$100

PRIVATE BASKETBALL LESSONS

Ages 6 and older, Basketball Gym

Private lessons are the most effective way to improve your game. Customized workouts utilize multiple resources, including the Shoot-A-Way, weighted balls, adjustable hoops and more!

INDIVIDUAL TRAINING

50-minute lesson: $72/member

25-minute lesson: $39/member

GROUP TRAINING

50-minute lesson for two players/$88

$22/additional player up to 4 participants. Fees are split evenly between players.

TEAM TRAINING

Available for teams of 8 -12 players who are looking to bring their playing to the next level. Fees are split evenly between players. Guests are allowed under a sponsoring member’s account. 50-minute lesson: $200/team

SCHOOL BREAK CAMPS

ALL-SPORTS CAMP

Ages 5-12, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Basketball Gym Veterans Day, Winter Breaks, MLK Jr. Day, Mid-winter Breaks, Spring Break Kids will enjoy a wide variety of sports through drills, skills and games. Please pack a swimsuit and nut-free lunch each day. $360/ week; $72/day

KIDS’ CAMP

Ages 3-6, 9:30 a.m.-noon, Kids’ Camp Room

Veterans Day, Winter Breaks, MLK Jr. Day, Mid-winter Breaks, Spring Break Children enjoy arts and crafts, activities, story time and more! Bring a swimsuit for open swim. All snacks are provided. Registrants must be able to use the toilet and change in and out of their swimsuits independently. $250/week; $50/day

AFTERNOON PRE-SCHOOL CAMP

Ages 3-6, 12-2 p.m., Kids’ Camp Room

Veterans Day, Winter Breaks, MLK Jr. Day, Mid-winter Breaks, Spring Break Children enjoy themed arts and crafts, activities, story time and more! Please pack a nut-free lunch. $250/week; $50/day

LEGO BUILDERS CAMP

Ages 5-12, 2-4 p.m., Kids’ Camp Room

Veterans Day, Winter Breaks, MLK Jr. Day, Mid-winter Breaks, Spring Break

Led by Dan Parker, LEGO artist and professional master builder with over 30 years experience, this is the perfect camp for any LEGO-maniac! Explore the four topics for LEGO building: miniature, mosaic, sculpture and mechanical, all in different daily themes. $250/week; $50/day

BASKETBALL CAMP

Ages 5-12, 2-4 p.m., Basketball Gym Veterans Day, Winter Breaks, MLK Jr. Day, Mid-winter Breaks, Spring Break Participants will increase their basketball skill level and knowledge of the game. They’ll focus on drills, skill-building games and scrimmages. $210/week; $42/day

SWIM CAMP

Ages 6-12, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

Veterans Day, Winter Breaks, Mid-Winter Breaks, Spring Break

Each day of swim camp includes a group swim and safety skills lesson, organized games and free play in the pool. Bring your swimsuit, goggles, a nut-free lunch and an appetite for fun.

$300/week; $60/day

Veterans Day: Nov. 10

Winter Breaks: Dec. 20–22, Dec. 26-29

MLK Jr. Day: Jan. 15

Mid-Winter Break: Feb. 19-23

Spring Break: Apr. 8-12

AFTERNOON SWIM CAMP

Ages 6-12, 2 p.m.-4 p.m.

Veterans Day, Winter Breaks, Mid-Winter Breaks, Spring Break

Burn off the last little bit of energy with afternoon swim camp. Campers will become more comfortable in the water playing interactive group games and activities.

$225/week; $45/day

SOCIAL FAMILY EVENTS

Registration opens Aug. 2, 9 a.m.

FAMILY GYM NIGHTS

First Friday of the month, Sep 2-June 2, 5:308:30 p.m., Basketball Gym, complimentary Meet in the gym for bouncy house fun. All children must be accompanied by at least one supervising adult.

* No registration required.

KIDS TAKE OVER

Ages 5-11, Sep. 15, Oct. 20, Nov. 10, Dec. 15, Jan. 19, Feb. 16, Mar. 15, Apr. 19, May 17, Jun. 21, 6-9 p.m., Basketball Gym

Get ready, the kids are taking over the Club! Children will enjoy an evening of bouncy houses, camp games, swimming, crafts, and dinner while you enjoy a night off! $50/member

FATHER-SON LASER TAG NIGHT

Sep. 22, 6-8 p.m., Basketball Gym

Blast the night away with an action-packed evening! Adults and Children will participate in laser tag, inflatables, and more while enjoying dinner and dessert options. $35/member

PUMPKIN CARVING

Oct. 24, 6-8 p.m., Ballroom

Leave the mess with us as you spend the evening transforming your pumpkin into a work of art! $25/pumpkin

HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL

Oct. 27, 5:30-8 p.m., Basketball Gym

Young and old, dress in your favorite costume and join us for games, crafts, bouncy houses and more! $25/ages 1- 16; kids younger than 1 and adults are free

MOTHER -SON ADVENTURE ZONE

Nov. 17, 6-8 p.m., Basketball Gym

Meet in the gym for snacks and games for a night where memories will be made playing action packed favorites while enjoying dinner and dessert options. $35/member

GINGERBREAD DECORATING

Dec. 14, 6-8 p.m., Ballroom

Join us in kicking off the holiday season by creating a sugar masterpiece. You provide the imagination and we provide the rest! $55/ gingerbread house

SANTA BRUNCH

Dec 16, 17, reservations begin at 9 a.m., Ballroom Bring the whole family and join us in celebrating the holiday season. Adults and children will enjoy a customized seasonal buffet, entertainment and a visit and photo with Santa. $60/adult; $30/child; ages 2 and under are free

FAMILY MAD SCIENCE NIGHT

Jan. 26, 6-8 p.m., Ballroom

Be amazed as you watch the MAD scientists defy gravity, in a show full of pops, booms, and surprises. After the show, participants will enjoy hands on experiments while enjoying dinner and dessert options. $35/member

MOTHER – DAUGHTER

GALENTINE’S DAY BASH

Feb. 9, 6-8 p.m., Ballroom

Calling all ladies and daughters – this night is for you. Enjoy manicures, treats, drinks, crafts, and some special surprises during a night like no other. $35/member

SOCIAL FAMILY EVENTS

VALENTINE'S DAY

COOKIE DECORATING

Feb. 13, 5-7 p.m., Ballroom

Decorate heart-shaped cookies and create crafts to give to your special someone! Please register each child participant. Adults are free with participating children. $30/member

EGGSTRAVAGANZA

Mar. 30

Session 1 Hunt: 12:15-12:45 p.m.

Session 2 Hunt: 1-1:30 p.m. (2-12 years old)

Join us for our Eggstravganza! An underwater Easter Egg Hunt for kids ages 2-12 years old. Inside each egg are special gems. Collect as many gems as you can and redeem them for prizes. The inflatables and the mat runner will be out for the kids to enjoy. $25/participating member

Non-swimmers must be within arm’s reach at all times. Parents must remain on deck at all times.

FATHER-DAUGHTER

UNDER THE SEA DANCE

Apr. 12, 6-8 p.m., Ballroom

Treat your little lady to a memorable night out as we explore the underwater world with an ‘Under the Sea’ theme and a surprise visit from Ariel while enjoying dinner and dessert options. $35/ member

FAMILY LEGO NIGHT

May 10, 6-8 p.m., Kids' Camp Room

Get ready to build! Mothers and sons will enjoy appetizers as they work side by side creating creatures, cars, and whatever else their imagination allows. The building will be led by Dan Parker, owner of Brickable Designs, who will also display his LEGO masterpieces while enjoying dinner and dessert options $35/ member

SUMMERS NIGHT PRINCESS BALL

Jun. 14, 6-8 p.m., Ballroom

Come one, come all to the Summer's Eve Princess Ball! Have your little princess dress the part and participate in sing-a-longs, enjoy sweet treats and other activities including visits from our favorite princesses. $35/member

GOLF

JUNIOR LESSONS

Ages 4-15, The Links

Whether you are new to golf or have played a round or two, work with a PGA Professional to develop or enhance your golf game. 30 minutes/$60; 3 lessons/$165; 5 lessons/$282; 10 lessons/$575

JR. INTRODUCTION TO GOLF

Ages 6-12, W, 4-5 p.m., Sa, 10-11 a.m., The Links

Youth golfers will experience a hands-on approach while learning the fundamentals of golf. 4 week session/$200

Visit the members only website for additional information and scheduling.

RECREATION CLASSES

PRE-BALLET

Ages 3-4, Tu, 4:15-5 p.m., Multipurpose room

Children will learn basic ballet steps and terminology while discovering rhythm and coordination using their own creativity and lively imaginations. Ballet and pretty dress-up clothes encouraged. Ses. 1 & 2: $175/member; Ses. 3 & 4: $150/member; Ses. 5: $200/member

BALLET LEVEL 1 & 2

Ages 5-8, Tu, 5-6 p.m., Aerobics Studio

Ballet Level 1 & 2 allows ballerinas to begin developing the main concepts of ballet, including coordination, spatial awareness, position of the feet and an introduction to movement vocabulary. Ses. 1 & 2: $189/member; Ses. 3 & 4: $162/member; Ses. 5: $216/member

BEGINNING KARATE

Ages 6+, W, 6-7 p.m., Aerobics Studio Sa, 9:15-10:15 a.m., Multipurpose room

Learn basic blocks, punches and kicks through individual and group instruction by our own Sensei James Penor. Ses. 1 & 2: $189/member; Ses. 3 & 4: $162/member; Ses. 5: $216/member

INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED KARATE

Ages 6+, W, 7:15-8:15 p.m., Sa, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Aerobics Studio

Continue to work with Sensei James Penor to perfect your blocks, punches, and kicks while learning new techniques and enhancing your skills. Ses. 1 & 2: $210/member; Ses. 3 & 4: $180/ member; Ses. 5: $240/member

LITTLE SPORTS

Ages 3-5, W, 4-4:45 p.m., or Sa, 9:30-10:15 a.m., Racquetball Court

Come explore the world of sports! Basketball, wiffleball, soccer and more. Come get a taste of multiple sports and find out what it is like to be on a team and explore a new passion! Ses. 1 & 2: $175/member; Ses. 3 & 4: $150/member; Ses. 5: $200/member

LEGO BUILDERS

Ages 5-12, M, 4-5 p.m., Kids’ Camp Room Castles, spaceships, dinosaurs and more. Dan Parker, LEGO artist and professional master builder, explores the four formats of LEGO building: miniature, mosaic, sculpture and mechanical, all in different daily themes. Ses. 1 & 2: $189/member; Ses. 3 & 4: $162/member; Ses. 5: $216/member

TITANS CLIMBING CLASS

Ages 6-12, Th, 4-4:45 p.m., or Sa, 10:30-11:15 a.m., Kids’ Camp Room

Let’s put that climbing energy to good use! Youth will learn the basics to bouldering, basic knots, and what they are capable of in a fun and supportive atmosphere. Ses. 1 & 2: $175/member; Ses. 3 & 4: $150/member; Ses. 5: $200/member

EXPLORE WITH ME

Bellevue Club Explore with Me programs allow children to discover the world around them by developing literacy, listening, problem solving and social skills all alongside their caregiver.

TODDLER OPEN PLAY

0-6 years, Basketball Gym

Mondays through Sep. 11- June 10, 9-11 a.m. Bring your children, ages 5 and younger, for some fun and games. This is unsupervised, so parents must accompany their children. Complimentary. * Please note that open play will not be held on Bellevue School District non-school days. *No registration required.

PRESCHOOL ART CLASS

Ages 2-4 years with caregiver

W, 10-11 a.m., Kids’ Camp Room

Caregivers come alongside little ones in this adventuresome art class where participants will work to explore the different genres of art while leaving the mess with us! The class fee includes all materials. Ses. 1 & 2: $175/member; Ses. 3 & 4: $150/member; Ses. 5: $200/member

PRESCHOOL STEAM CLASS

Ages 2-4 years with caregiver

Th, 10-11 a.m., Kids’ Camp Room

Caregivers come alongside little ones who will spend time in this fun class exploring their creativity as their self-esteem and social skills begin to flourish. The class fee includes all materials. Ses. 1 & 2: $175/member; Ses. 3 & 4: $150/member; Ses. 5: $200/member

LITTLE TITANS CLIMBING CLASS

Ages 2-4 years with caregiver

F, 10-11 a.m., Kids’ Camp Room

Caregivers come along side little ones and spend time learning about body limits as we will climb vertically on our youth climbing wall. Ses. 1 & 2: $175/member; Ses. 3 & 4: $150/ member; Ses. 5: $200/member

BIRTHDAY PARTIES

Host a birthday party or team party with us here at Bellevue Club!

Please email: recreation@bellevueclub.com.

GROUP SWIM LESSONS

Our program teaches aquatic and water safety skills in a logical progression. The objectives of our program are to teach people to be safe in, on and around the water and become efficient swimmers.

Swim assessments are given prior to registration to make sure your child is in the correct level. These are available at 3:50 p.m. and 6 p.m. Monday-Thursday. Swim assessments can be requested at members.bellevueclub.com or by emailing aquatics@bellevueclub.com. Every student should feel challenged. Students move up when they have mastered the skills at their level. Ses. 3 & 4: $138/member, Ses. 5: $183/member

PRESCHOOL 1: INTRO TO WATER

Ages 3–5, class size 4

M, 5:30 p.m., Tu, 4 p.m., W, 5 p.m., Th, 4:30 p.m., Sa, 10 a.m.

P1 is designed to orient young children to the aquatic environment and help them gain basic water skills. Floating, gliding and blowing bubbles are introduced. All skills are performed with instructor support. Developing water comfort is the primary goal.

PRESCHOOL 2: INTRO TO INDEPENDENT WATER SKILLS

Ages 3–5, class size 4

M, 4 p.m., Tu, 5:30 p.m., W, 4:30 p.m., Th, 4 p.m., Sa, 10:30 a.m

In P2, students develop independent forward motion for skills on their front and back. Children continue to explore arm and leg movement with minimal support from the instructor.

PRESCHOOL 3: ELEMENTARY WATER SKILLS

Ages 3–5, class size 4

M, 4:30 p.m., Tu, 5:30 p.m., W, 5:30 p.m., Th, 5 p.m., Sa, 11 a.m

Through guided practice, students are taught to coordinate arm and leg motions with breathing, enabling them to perform skills for longer distances and times. All skills are performed independently.

AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD TRAINING

Lifeguard training is held on weekends throughout the year. Registration and full training schedule is available at bellevueclub.com/aquatics. Members use promo code “MEMBER 2023” at registration to receive the member rate.

Visit bellevueclub.com for dates and registration information.

PRESCHOOL 4: FUNDAMENTAL WATER SKILLS

Ages 3–5, class size 4

M, 4:30 p.m., Tu, 5 p.m.,W, 4 p.m., Th, 5 p.m., Sa, 11 a.m.

Students build on the fundamentals of freestyle with side breathing, backstroke and breaststroke kick.

YOUTH 1: INTRO TO WATER SKILLS

Ages 6–12, class size 4

M, 4 p.m., Tu, 4:30 p.m., W, 5 p.m., Th, 5:30 p.m., Sa, 10 a.m.

Y1 introduces simple arm and leg motions, efficient floating and gliding positions, as well as breath control. Focus is on teaching students to be independent and comfortable in the water.

YOUTH 2: FUNDAMENTAL WATER SKILLS

Ages 6–12, class size 4

M, 5 p.m., Tu, 4 p.m., W, 5:30 p.m., Th, 4:30 p.m., Sa, 10:30 a.m.

Y2 is the foundation for future stroke development, focusing on changing directions and body position, while swimming greater distances. All skills are performed with independent forward motion and without support.

YOUTH 3: STROKE DEVELOPMENT

Ages 6–12, class size 4

M, 4:30 p.m., Tu, 5 p.m., W, 4 p.m., Th, 5 p.m., Sa, 11 a.m.

Students build on the fundamentals of front crawl with side breathing and backstroke. Students are introduced to the breaststroke, dolphin kick, and diving.

YOUTH 4: STROKE IMPROVEMENT

Ages 6–12, class size 4

M, 5:30 p.m., Tu, 5 p.m., W, 4:30 p.m., Th, 4 p.m., Sa, 11:30 a.m.. Y4 participants are working toward perfecting all four strokes (freestyle, backstroke, breastroke, and butterfly) practicing shorter distances and working on technique with the goal of being able to swim all strokes for 25 yards.

BABY/TODDLER & ME

Ages 9 months – 3 years with caregiver Tu, 10-10:30 a.m.

Baby/Toddler and Me Aquatics introduces basic aquatic skills to parents and children. Introduce your child to the water early to encourage confidence and comfortability in the water. Under the guidance of a professional instructor, parents are instructed on how to teach their children swimming and water safety skills.

SWIM TEAM CLINIC

Requirements: Swim unassisted for 100 yards. Basic understanding of the four major swim strokes (butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke and freestyle)

Odd weeks: 10 years and under Even weeks: Ages 11-14 W, 3-3:55 p.m.

Perfect your swim technique and receive tips on how to improve your training from some of the best coaches in the country. These clinics are lead by BCST coaches and are for non-BCST members.

$30/session

PRE-COMP

The focus of these courses is refining stroke skills and increasing endurance. The participant has perfected all four strokes when entering the precompetition courses. Participants should be able to swim all four strokes a minimum of 25 yards and use side breathing without lifting their head up.

Pre-comp runs in 6-to-8-week sessions throughout the year with current participants receiving priority enrollment in future sessions. New participants are accepted through the year based on availability and a successful tryout. For enrollment or tryout information, please contact aquatics@bellevueclub.com.

PRE-COMP 1: BEGINNER

M/W or Tu/Th, 4-4:30 p.m.

Prerequisites: Participants can swim 50 continuous yards without fins, using all four competitive swimming strokes. Swimmers will continue to refine all four competitive strokes as well as understand workout sets, intervals and lane swimming etiquette. Ses. 1 & 2: $350/ member, Ses. 3 & 4: $300/member, Ses. 5: $400/member

PRE-COMP 2: INTERMEDIATE

M/W or Tu/Th, 4:30 – 5:15 p.m.

Prerequisites: Participants can swim 100 continuous yards without fins, using all four competitive swimming strokes. Participants can swim 50-100 yards without stopping. Working on a higher level of endurance to prepare swimmers for BCST. Workouts will focus on drills to refine muscle memory and fine tune stroke coordination. Swimmers will learn to understand and incorporate drills into workouts to further improve performance. Ses. 1 & 2: $420/member, Ses. 3 & 4: $360/member, Ses. 5: $480/member

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS

Private swim series dates: Sep. 5 - Dec. 31, Jan. 1 - Jun. 23

Private swim lessons offer the greatest flexibility and one-on-one attention for swimmers of any age and ability. Private swim lessons allow for focused instruction specific to the individual needs of the swimmer. The private lesson instructors are experienced with swimmers of all levels. We try to tailor the instructor to the skill level and goals of the child or children.

30 minutes/$45 per member

45 minutes/$62 per member

60 minutes/$85 per member

Semi-Private lesson (2 students)

30 minutes/$32 per member

45 minutes/$36 per member

60 minutes/$48 per member

To request individual or recurring private swim lessons, fill out the request form on the aquatics page at members.bellevueclub.com. Please contact the Aquatics Coordinator at 425.688.3149 or email aquatics@bellevueclub.com for further information.

fall 2 0 23

Tennis Session Dates

Session 1: Sep. 11 - Oct. 29 (7 weeks)

Session 2: Oct. 30 - Dec. 17 (7 weeks)*

Session 3: Jan. 8 - Feb. 18 (6 weeks)

Session 4: Feb. 26 - Apr. 7 (6 weeks)

Session 5: Apr. 15 - Jun. 9 (8 weeks)*

*No classes Nov. 23-26 & May. 27

JUNIOR TENNIS

The USTA requirement is for all players under the age of 10 to use lower compression tennis balls during play. This is to help play “slower” and allow younger players greater opportunity to rally, learn the game and have fun.

TEENIE TENNIS

Ages 4-5, M, 3:30–4 p.m., Tu, 3:30–4 p.m. The main focus of this class is to learn basic stroke techniques, sportsmanship and handeye coordination. Ses. 1 & 2: $245/member; Ses. 3 & 4: $210/member; Ses. 5: $280/ member

SMASHERS

Ages 6-8, M, 4–5 p.m., Tu, 4–5 p.m., W, 2:30-3:30 p.m., Th, 4–5 p.m., Su, 4–5 p.m. This class focuses on advanced stroke production, hand-eye coordination, camaraderie and competition. Ses. 1 & 2: $245/member; Ses. 3 & 4: $210/member; Ses. 5: $280/member

SLAMMERS

Ages 9-10; M, 5–6 p.m., Tu, 5–6 p.m., Th, 5–6 p.m., Su, 5–6 p.m. In this more competitive class, players will learn to keep score and play more accurately. We will also focus on strategy and footwork. Ses. 1 & 2: $245/member; Ses. 3 & 4: $210/ member; Ses. 5: $280/member

TENNIS (11 AND OLDER)

ROOKIE

Ages 11-17, M, 4:45–6 p.m., W, 4:45–6 p.m., Su, 1–2:15 p.m.

The focus of this class is on basic technique, stroke production, scoring, friendly competition and team camaraderie. Ses. 1 & 2: $306.25/ member; Ses. 3 & 4: $262.50/member; Ses. 5: $350/member

JR. VARSITY

Ages 11-17, M, 3:30–4:45 p.m., W, 3:30–4:45 p.m., Su, 1–2:15 p.m. or 2:15-3:30 p.m.

Players participating in this class must be knowledgeable of and able to do the following: place groundstrokes and volleys in a given area of the court and serve in the diagonal service box. Players are required to understand how to keep score, including tie-breakers. This class will focus on advanced stroke production, competition, consistency and repetition. Ses. 1 & 2: $306.25/member; Ses. 3 & 4: $262.50/member; Ses. 5: $350/member

VARSITY

Ages 11-17, W, 3:30–4:45 p.m., Su, 2:15-3:30 p.m.

Players participating in this class must be able to do the following: 20-ball rally with a partner, use both semi-western and continental grips, hit a flat and slice serve and must play matches regularly. The focus of this class is on hitting with more consistency and depth, court positioning, shot selection and conditioning and footwork. Ses. 1 & 2: $306.25/member; Ses. 3 & 4: $262.50/member; Ses. 5: $350/member

ELITE

Ages 11–17, W, 3:30-4:45 p.m., Su, 2:15-3:30 p.m.

Players must be able to do the following: 20-ball rally with a partner; variety of strokes – spin, drive and lob. Tournament experience is required. This class will focus on strategy, court positioning, tactical set up and solutions, conditioning and footwork. Ses. 1 & 2: $306.25/ member; Ses. 3 & 4: $262.50/member; Ses. 5: $350/member

SESSION DATES

Session 1: Sep. 11 - Oct. 29 (7 weeks)

Session 2: Oct. 30 - Dec. 17 (7 weeks)

Session 3: Jan. 8 - Feb. 18 (6 weeks)

Session 4: Feb. 26 - Apr. 7 (6 weeks)

Session 5: Apr. 15 - Jun. 9 (8 weeks)

BELLEVUE CLUB YOUTH BASKETBALL ACADEMY

The Bellevue Club’s Youth Basketball Academy focuses on developing each player as an individual and teammate, placing a high value on both skill and character development. The youth basketball class curriculum follows a natural skill progression, allowing players to reach their full potential.

BRONZE: INTRODUCTION TO BASKETBALL

Recommended ages: 5-7 , M, 4-4:45 p.m., Sa, 10-10:45 a.m.,

Basketball Gym

Designed to train players on the fundamentals of basketball, introducing basic skills such as dribbling, passing and shooting. Ses. 1 & 2: $175/member; Ses. 3 & 4: $150/member; Ses. 5: $200/member

SILVER: BUILDING FUNDAMENTALS

Recommended ages: 8-10 , Tu, 4-4:45 p.m., Sa, 10:45 - 11:30 a.m., Basketball Gym Players will begin to refine their shooting technique, dribbling ability and learn in-game competition. Intermediate skills, such as crossovers, running the floor, playing defense, chest passing and jump shots, are introduced. Silver players must pass the Bronze skills assessment prior to registration. Ses. 1 & 2: $189/ member; Ses. 3 & 4: $162/member; Ses. 5: $216/ member

GOLD: FUNDAMENTALS REFINEMENT

Recommended ages: 10-12, Th, 4-4:45 p.m., Basketball Gym Each class will highlight a different essential aspect of the game, focusing on skill development and increasing players’ confidence through proper repetition. Gold players must pass the Silver skills assessment prior to registration. Ses. 1 & 2: $210/member; Ses. 3 & 4: $180/ member; Ses. 5: $240/member

BELLEVUE CLUB YOUTH BASKETBALL CLINICS

BCYBA trainers offer skill-specific clinics to those looking to take their game to the next level! Basketball Gym, ages: 8-14, $55/member

Sep. 13- Fundamentals and Offensive Tools

Oct. 11- Defensive Skills and Rebounding

Nov. 8- Ball Handling and Passing

Dec. 13- Fast Break and Transition Play

Jan 10- Pure Shooting

Feb. 7- Plyometrics: Agility and Conditioning

Mar. 13- 3-on-3 Strategies

Apr. 10- Finishing at the Hoop

May 8- 1-on-1 Isolation

Ages

REGISTRATION AND CANCELLATION POLICIES

REGISTRATION FEES: Payment for programs is billed at the time of registration. Program fees cannot be prorated. Payment for services is billed the day of the service (fees subject to change.) Tax is not included in price for athletic classes, camps, and training sessions.

CANCELLATIONS: To receive a refund for a program, you must notify us of cancellation at least seven days prior to the start of all programs. For services, you must notify us for cancellations at least 24-hours before the service. Late cancellations and no-shows are billed at full price. (Cancellations cannot be made online.)

MISSED CLASSES AND LATE ARRIVALS: There are no refunds for missed classes or late arrivals for services.

CHECK IN/CHECK OUT: Parents or legal guardians of program or service participants younger than 12 years of age must check their children in and out every day with the instructor.

GUEST POLICIES

MEMBER SPONSOR: A guest may participate in a program or service when he or she is registered by a member. The sponsoring member must be in the Club while the guest attends the program or service.

REGISTRATION: Members can sign up guests by calling or visiting the Athletic Services Desk. Guest registration is not available online.

FEES: Guest fees for programs and services are typically 20 percent higher than member fees. (fees subject to change)

LIMITATION: Guests may attend one program or service per year.

BILLING: Guest fees are billed to the sponsoring member’s account. No other forms of payment are accepted.

Sign up, view, or cancel your Bellevue Club youth activities through the Bellevue Club member app.

The Land

The River

The Silence

MASTER THE ART OF AGING

Chris Thompson brought his extensive knowledge of exercise and aging to Mobility Matters, a programming system he designed “to help older adults prevent falls, maximize physical function, and achieve physical vitality, well-being and happiness.” He talked with Reflections to explain more about his philosophies on living well through the decades and why he’s making a special trip to the Bellevue Club this July.

written by lauren hunsberger

BE A JACK OR JILL OF ALL TRADES. Cardio, strength, mobility, and balance are all key pillars to aging gracefully and avoiding injury. “You need to do a little of a lot of things to stay optimally healthy.” These are the four areas of training that Thompson focuses on in his Mobility Matters program.

TAKE FALLING SERIOUSLY. The most common injury from a fall is a wrist fracture. The second most common is a hip fracture, which can be life threatening. “Twenty percent of people don’t live past a year once they sustain that particular injury.” And, if they do survive past a year, their quality of life is usually affected quite a bit.

SMALL THINGS MAKE A BIG DIFFERENCE. “One of the simple things we focus on first is walking gait and the mechanics of moving.” As people age, they start to shuffle their feet, or their spine might start curving, causing them to look down a lot. This can lead to tripping or falling. Thompson’s program teaches clients how to start with the basics and build from there.

STRENGTH IS ALWAYS IMPORTANT. One aspect of strength that Mobility Matters emphasizes is being able to remain “forceful and quick with the muscles.” This can help correct a stumble or fall because oftentimes people can’t move powerfully enough to catch themselves. This is a slightly different approach from traditional strength training.

DON’T OVERTHINK THE BALANCE TRAINING. Balance work doesn’t have to be complicated or exhausting. Anyone can practice shifting from one leg to the other while standing in the grocery store line. “Make life an exercise and just do things when and where you can.” There are plenty of little tips and hacks to help people who aren’t used to vigorous exercise.

MOBILITY SHOULD BE MINDFUL.

Stretching and keeping a good range of motion in the hips, ankle and shoulders can keep people more agile as they age. Joints are crucial to keeping everything moving as it should in the body.

DON’T ASSUME HIGH ACTIVITY LEVELS PREVENT FALLS. Exercise can definitely help prevent injury, but also highly active older people are sometimes putting themselves at more risk by skiing, hiking, and so on. That’s why mobility and balance are equally important as cardiovascular exercise.

HAVE A CONVERSATION. Talk about how to stay healthy through the years. “We all have friends or family that have had a bad fall that changed their lives.” If we normalize the aging process, it can help people remove the shame and think about fall prevention.

For more information about Mobility Matters, please visit mobilitymatters.fit.

EXERCISE PROGRAMMING FOR ACTIVE AGING

Dr. Christian Thompson, Professor of Kinesiology at the University of San Francisco and one of the world’s leading experts on exercise programming for healthy aging, will host two interactive seminars open to Bellevue Club members. Dr. Thompson will review the most current research on the powerful effect exercise has on health and fitness in older adults. He will also provide guidance on current training approaches and practice several essential exercises. Attendees will receive a take-home exercise program, which includes balance, strength, and gait training options. Complimentary and reservations required.

Thursday, July 27, 1-2:30p.m. | Washington Athletic Club

Friday, July 28, 10-11:30a.m. | Bellevue Club

Bellevue Club members are welcome to attend either session. Visit members.bellevueclub.com to register.

BETSY Q. TERRY & JANE POWERS

BAINBRIDGE $14,000,000

WASHINGTON PARK $8,498,000

WASHINGTON PARK $9,895,000

DENNY BLAINE $2,999,500

WASHINGTON PARK $4,595,000

CAPITOL HILL $4,850,000

Do you want to know the exact limits of your fitness goals? Or crush a new personal record? Two local medical experts are revolutionizing the way to test fitness levels among athletes, and they are bringing their system to the Club.

Chances are, if you’ve exercised or played a sport regularly for any amount of time, you know what it feels like to hit a plateau—the place where it feels like no matter what you do, you can’t get faster, stronger or fitter.

Dr. Jeff Cary says it’s a phenomenon he sees with even the most elite athletes, and he is speaking directly from his experience as a former NBA team doctor.

“Plateaus are when you hit an area in your fitness where you’re not improving,” Cary says. “Well, what we do is use a hospital-grade, internationally standardized system for measuring exercise to see where that true plateau is and why you are there.”

He goes on to explain that most fitness plateaus result from either a cardiovascular or pulmonary (lungs) limitation, or both. So he and his partner, David Earley, developed Belmar Cardiopulmonary Diagnostics, a cardiopulmonary testing system to give people the exact data they need to break through the wall.

The process looks like this: The experts perform an intake interview, get your vitals and review your medical history. Once you’re cleared, they place sensors on your torso and a face mask that tracks your breath. Then you hop on an ergometer bike and pedal away.

While you’re pedaling, the system captures all types of real-time information about how your lungs and heart perform during exercise. Meanwhile, they are looking at two big screens, interpreting all the data they see.

FITNESS TEST

“We know exactly what your heart is doing, how much oxygen you’re taking in, how much CO2 you’re emitting, what your cardiac and breathing reserve is, and metabolic rates,” Earley says.

And eventually, you will hit a ceiling because they will increase the resistance until you can’t pedal anymore.

“This is known as your VO2 max. The system also pinpoints the place where your oxygen uptake changes from aerobic to anaerobic, meaning the oxygen supply to the muscles has been exceeded,” Cary says. “Also known as your anerobic threshold.”

“We’ll know if it’s your heart or lungs right away that’s creating your limits,” Earley says. “Among a bunch of other data points.”

written by lauren hunsberger

photography by yasmeen nayfeh

Once you’ve hit your max, the test is stopped. They check vitals again and then talk about your results. Based off those results, they can prescribe an exercise plan for you to take you to the next level of fitness.

“We show you where your heart rate should be for weight loss, cardiovascular building, etc.,” Cary says. “We ultimately want to break that plateau in a way that’s functional with scientific numbers that can be interpreted by doctors and trainers.”

Afterall, some of the mechanisms used to gather the data (for example, heart rate monitors) aren’t new technology. Cardiologists and pulmonologists

have been using these machines in clinical settings to treat sick patients for years. But no one has ever combined them and pulled them out of the hospitals to use on healthy athletes.

Earley points out that while many wearable devices claim to be able to give you similar information, “the VO2 max on your watch is derived from an approximate guess.

There is absolutely no way to check your VO2 max from your wrist. It doesn’t know about what you metabolically did. These tests use years of science, culminating in real results.”

“What this does is pinpoint the place where your oxygen uptake changes from aerobic to anaerobic, meaning the oxygen supply to the muscles has been exceeded,” Cary says. “Also known as your VO2 max.”

“It’s really about our ability to put it all together,” Cary says. “It’s cutting-edge; no one is doing this anywhere else.”

Once you get your exercise prescription, you can then give it to a trainer or coach for them to see how hard they can work you. And then you return in three months to see how you’ve improved.

“What we can bring into the exercise arena is a way to measure that tangible data to see progress,” Earley says.

TEST YOURSELF

Dr. Cary and Earley will be at the Club in September and January with their ergometer bike for members to test on. To book a spot, scan the code.

REFLECTIONS

BELLEVUE CLUB

MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH

Multiple generations came out to celebrate all the wonderful women that make up our BC community!

STAY CONNECTED | FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM & FACEBOOK AND VISIT JOHNBANGPHOTO.COM FOR MORE BC EVENT PHOTOS

photos by john bang photography

• Extra large living spaces, oor-to-ceiling windows, electric window solar shades, expansive decks and patios

• Heart-of-Kirkland Lake Street neighborhood: bistros, bars, boutiques, cafes, beaches, parks, trails, recreation and entertainment

REFLECTIONS

Little ones enjoyed Easter egg arts and crafts, bunny meet-and-greets, sweet treats and more. It was a great spring family event!

GET TO KNOW YOUR VAGUS NERVES

The vagus nerves are the primary nerves of your parasympathetic nervous system (think fight or flight response), and they run from your brain through the chest into the stomach. According to the Cleveland Clinic, “This system controls specific body functions such as your digestion, heart rate and immune system. These functions are involuntary, meaning you can’t consciously control them.” Luckily, there are proven ways to calm the vagus nerves and regulate those functions when you’re stressed out or anxious:

1. DEEP BREATHING EXERCISES

2. MEDITATION

3. COLD WATER PLUNGING

4. SINGING, HUMMING OR CHANTING

5. EXERCISE

6. MASSAGE

Sustainable weight loss based on biology.

P ainless, 2-second injection into the skin of your abdomen.

Instantly boost natural metabolism and eliminate cravings.

Fat reduction that reduces your waistline within two weeks.

7-10 lb weight loss per month, customized to your individual weight loss goal.

“Hey Tara, what’s your secret to getting lean after having twins?”

“Personal trainer, Pilates, blueberries...

and my weekly dose of LevyLean”