Reflections: March-April 2023

ROAD WORK

FIND YOURSELF by GETTING LOST

ORIENTEERING

BELLEVUE

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

This issue is all about access to health and wellness tools.

First, our member profile features Dr. Lina Kim. She is a revolutionary dentist who dedicated her career to providing oral health care to as many people as possible. She, literally, took to the streets of Seattle and the Eastside making sure under served populations have access to the treatments they need.

On top of that, she is working to change the paradigm for dentistry students who want to open their own practice, a once very expensive and unattainable venture. She has an incredible journey, and you can read more about her on page 36.

Another helpful wellness tool many feel intimidated to fully access is the great outdoors. This is where the competitive sport of orienteering comes in. Read the interview with Bob Forgrave on 24. He is the President of the Cascade Orienteering Club, and he discusses how fun it can be to learn the tools needed to navigate the beloved Cascade mountains with just a compass and map.

Lastly, if you just want access to a little more data about your daily workouts, check out the latest in wearable technology on page 12. There is now a way to perfect your hydration levels minute by minute.

Be well,

Lauren Hunsberger, Editor

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Experience Wine in Washington’s Spring Paradise.

The perfect spring wine destination that’s just a drive away.

Celebrate spring in Lake Chelan and experience the beauty, vigor, revitalization, growth, and excitement during this stunning season!

The Lake Chelan Wine Valley comes to life with the release of our most current wines, bud break in the vineyards, educational tours, unique art classes, farm-to-fork dinners, winemaker & speaker series, Girlies Weekends, Lake Chelan Wine and Jazz Festival, Mother’s Day, and Easter activities.

NEWSFEED

RAISE UP THE FLAG

As one of the Seattle Seahawks “Day One” fans who bought season tickets for the inaugural year (1976), Bellevue Club member Patrick Whaley was invited to raise the 12th Man flag along with 11 other “Day One” season ticket holders at the Seahawks vs. Rams game on Sunday, January 8, 2023.

Pat Whaley had this to say about the experience:

“My son, Sean, went with me. He was thrilled not only for me but also because he played high school and NCAA football. It was pouring down rain and windy throughout the pregame and flag-raising ceremony. Of course it stopped right after we had descended from the flag platform following the ceremony.”

With spring on the horizon, a season of renewal is in the air! Despite a shift in the pace of the real estate market, we’re still able to identify incredible opportunities for our clients both locally and globally. Whether you’re seeking a vacation getaway or you’re ready to make a new city your fulltime residence, we invite you to explore lifestyle offerings with us from the worldwide Sotheby’s International Realty® network.

As long-time Bellevue Club members and global real estate advisors, Bellevue is our backyard, but the world is our playground. We’d love to connect to discuss your real estate goals, explore real estate opportunities globally or locally, or simply catch up over a glass of bubbles.

Expertise that’s wherever you are and wherever you want to be. We’re local experts with global reach that will help you on your real estate journey— no matter where it takes you.

TO SIP TWO REASONS

March is Taste Washington Wine Month, and in celebration, we partnered with Browne Family Vineyards. Bellevue Club members can enjoy two ways to sip their wines and recently released spirits.

BELLEVUE TASTING ROOM

Browne Family Vineyards just opened a tasting room on Main Street in Old Bellevue. With an upscale library aesthetic and reverence for the Browne family history, the venue is a welcome addition for those who want to savor some of the best wines Washington has to offer in an amazing location.

Members can present their Bellevue Club membership card or app for 20% off wine flights. Valid through 4.31.23 and only at the new Bellevue location.

BC RESTAURANT SPECIALS

We are proud to feature the following varietals in our BC restaurants. They are available by the glass or bottle.

Browne Family Heritage Cabernet  Browne Family Forest Project Red Blend Browne Family Bitner Grenache Rose

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THE HYDRATION EQUATION

TRY

A NEW TOOL THAT TESTS YOUR SWEAT AND GIVES YOU FEEDBACK IN REAL TIME.

No more guessing when it comes to hydration during hikes, runs, bike rides and other long workouts. “Our revolutionary hydration biosensor platform quantifies fluid and electrolyte losses moment by moment and sends notifications to your phone, watch or bike computer to tell you exactly when, what and how much to drink,” per the Nix website. The Hydration Biosensor patches analyze sweat to personalize readings and optimize your performance.

$129 | nixbiosensors.com

lap it up—

WORKOUTS FOR SWIMMERS

Lap swimming is known to be great exercise. It’s very easy on the joints and great for injury rehab or prevention, cardiovascular training and mobility. But it can be monotonous and redundant if you just hop in the pool and swim around and around. If you want to train like an Olympian or just mix it up, try these simple but effective sets, depending on the time you have.

written by lauren hunsberger

MINUTE WORKOUT

Warm-up

800 yards (16 laps)

50 yards kicking only (2 laps)

Main Set: Part 1

400 yards (8 laps)

50 yards kicking only (2 laps)

400 yards (8 laps)

50 yards (2 laps)

Main Set: Part 2

5 x 50 yards sprinting (2 laps each)

5 x 50 kicking only (2 laps each)

Cooldown 200 yards (8 laps)

MINUTE WORKOUT

Warm-up

800 yards (16 laps)

50 yards kicking only (2 laps)

Main Set: Part 1

4 x 200 (8 laps each)

4 x 100 (4 laps each)

4 x 50 sprinting (2 laps each)

4 x 25 sprinting (1 lap each)

Main Set: Part 2

4 x 200 kicking only (8 laps each)

4 x 100 kicking only (4 laps each)

4 x 50 kicking only (2 laps each)

4 x 25 kick sprinting (1 lap each)

Cooldown

200 yards (8 laps)

KICK TIPS

Using a kickboard is simple and a great way to add variance to your workout, but it can feel unnatural at first. Here are a few tips to keep you afloat:

• Keep your arms completely extended.

• Kick with your whole legs.

• Release any tension in your back and neck.

DECADENT SPRINGTIME

written by james o. fraioli

Goodbye, snow, and hello, barbecue! Now that the frozen raindrops have melted and our frigid landscape has thawed to the point of being warm enough to hang out outdoors, it’s time to kick off the grilling season with some spring outdoor cooking. That’s right. If you have a barbecue—and hopefully a smoker—there’s no need to wait until summer. You can start entertaining on your back deck or patio this weekend.

Of course, the method of charring and smoking foods has been around since the dawn of cavemen, when meats and vegetables were cooked over an open flame in fumy caves using primitive tools. But it wasn’t until the late 1930s that home cooks discovered how incorporating char and smoke into their foods wasn’t just something that occurred unintentionally when cooking with fire. Backyard barbecuers, whether they knew it or not, were creating a culinary breakthrough, offering more complexity in the form of new aromas and tastes while making the food more interesting to eat.

Today, the art of grilling and smoking is more popular than ever, thanks to innovative technology, advanced kitchen appliances, and more efficient tools and equipment for the job. So, as you pass the tongs back and forth this wonderful spring season, enjoy these exciting and easy-grilling recipes from my cookbook Charred & Smoked with Chef Derek Bugge.

GRILLED STRAWBERRY PIE

Serves 8

3 cups fresh ripe strawberries

1/3 cup Smoked Sugar, recipe follows

1 tablespoon cornstarch

1/4 cup fresh strawberry jam

1 refrigerated piecrust, thawed

Whipped cream or powdered sugar (optional)

1. Preheat your outdoor grill to 350°F.

2. Wash, halve and then remove the stems from the strawberries. Add to a bowl and combine with the Smoked Sugar and cornstarch.

3. Spread the strawberry jam over the bottom of the piecrust, leaving an inch at the edge clean. Place the strawberries in the center of the crust, and fold the crust one pinch at a time to the center. Continue all the way around, leaving about a 4-inch hole in the middle, exposing the strawberries. Place the entire pie on the center of the grill and grill for about 20 minutes. Remove from the grill and allow to cool slightly before cutting. Garnish with whipped cream or dust with powdered sugar, if desired.

SMOKED SUGAR 2 cups granulated sugar

1. Preheat your outdoor smoker to 350°F.

2. Place the sugar in an even layer across a roasting tray. Heat the sugar on the tray in the smoker for 30 minutes. The sugar should have a nice brown color from the smoke. Remove the sugar from the smoker and allow to cool completely before placing in an airtight container. Reserve until ready to use. The sugar will stay fresh for up to 30 days.

GRILLED PEACH SANGRIA

Makes 1 quart

4 Florida spring peaches

1 bottle high-quality white wine (Sauvignon Blanc)

1 whole lemon, halved

1 cup granulated sugar

1/2 cup Cointreau orange liqueur

Orange slices, as needed, for garnish

1. Preheat your outdoor grill to 400°F.

Quarter the peaches and place flesh-side down over direct heat once the grill reaches temperature. Allow the peaches to char on all three sides (two inner flesh and outer skin). Remove from the grill and allow the peaches to cool. In a stock pot over medium-high heat, add the wine, two lemon halves, sugar and Cointreau. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 20 minutes. Remove from the heat. Cut each quarter of the peach in half and add to the heated sangria mixture. Transfer to the refrigerator and let sit overnight. When ready to serve, pour over ice and garnish with fresh orange slices.

GRILLED BISON BURGER

with Caramelized Onion Jam & Charred Jalapeño Aioli

Serves 4

2 pounds high-quality ground bison

Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, as needed

2 tablespoons avocado or grapeseed oil

Fresh brioche hamburger buns

Caramelized Onion Jam, as needed, recipe follows Charred Jalapeño Aioli, as needed, recipe follows

1. In a mixing bowl, generously season the ground bison with the salt, pepper, and oil. Form patties by scooping 7 or 8 ounces into your hand and packing it like a baseball. Then set it down and flatten it out like a large hockey puck, leaving each patty about 3/4 inch thick. Let the patties sit at room temperature if they are to be grilled within 1 hour. Otherwise, refrigerate the patties until ready to use.

2. Preheat your outdoor grill to at least 450°F.

3. Season the patties again with salt and pepper and place over the heat. For medium, grill for 2 minutes, giving each patty a quarter turn; then grill for 2 additional minutes. Flip the patties over and grill for another 3 or 4 minutes. Factor less time for medium-rare and additional time for medium-well or well done. Remove the patties from the grill and let rest. While the patties are resting, drizzle a little oil on the inside of both buns and place on the grill to toast.

4. Assemble the burger with the Caramelized Onion Jam and Charred Jalapeño Aioli, along with any additional condiments you prefer.

CARAMELIZED ONION JAM

Makes ¾ cup

1/2 cup unsalted butter

4 large yellow onions, peeled and sliced thin (1⁄4 inch or less)

2 teaspoons kosher salt

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/4 cup sherry vinegar

1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves

In a large pot or pan, warm the butter over medium heat until melted. Add the onions and salt, and sweat the onions until they caramelize, about 15 minutes. Add the brown sugar and cook for another 5 minutes. Add the vinegar and thyme leaves and heat until the vinegar has been completely absorbed. Cook for an additional 3 minutes. Set aside and let cool.

CHARRED JALAPEÑO AIOLI

Makes 2 1/2 cups

2 jalapeños, grilled and seeded

3 large egg yolks

1 teaspoon dry mustard

1 teaspoon kosher salt

1 tablespoon water

2 cups canola oil

1. Preheat your outdoor grill to at least 450°F.

2. Grill the jalapeños until dark and nicely charred. When the peppers are cool enough to work with, remove the seeds and stems. Place the jalapeños in a kitchen blender and blend for 1 minute on high. (Note: At this point you can pass the mixture through a chinois or fine strainer to remove any impurities and return to the blender. Otherwise, leave as is.) Add the egg yolks, mustard, salt and water and blend for 30 seconds. Slowly add the oil while allowing time for the eggs and oil to emulsify. Continue to blend until all the ingredients have been incorporated. (Note: If, at any time, you “break” the emulsification, meaning the eggs and oil have become separated and resemble scrambled eggs, simply remove all the ingredients from the blender, add 1 teaspoon of water to the blender and repeat the process by drizzling the previously blended ingredients back into the blender).

GRILLED OYSTERS

Serves 4 (3 oysters per person)

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

2 cloves garlic, peeled and smashed

1 shallot, peeled and minced

1 bunch watercress, stems removed

2/3 cup mayonnaise

1 tablespoon minced capers

3 ounces fresh Parmesan cheese

1 tablespoon fresh lime juice

1 tablespoon cognac

1 teaspoon sea salt

1 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper

12 medium to large oysters, shucked

1. Preheat your outdoor grill to 400°F.

2. In a small pot, melt the butter over low heat, then add the garlic and shallot. Sweat over medium-low heat until the shallots are translucent. Remove from the heat and add the watercress, stirring constantly until the leaves are wilted, about 30 seconds. Using a food processor or blender, add the mayonnaise, capers, cheese, lime juice and cognac, and pulse for 1 minute, until smooth. Add the melted butter mixture, along with the salt and pepper, and pulse for an additional 10 seconds.

3. Place the shucked oysters on a tray, and pour 1 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon of the mixture over each oyster, enough to cover the entire surface. Transfer the oysters directly onto the grill and roast for 10 minutes.

4. Remove from the heat and serve immediately.

The competitive sport of orienteering (using a map and compass to navigate a racecourse) has been around for decades, but it’s recently gained a new following as people are looking for more ways to get outside. Washington is the perfect playground for the activity, and Bob Forgrave, president of Cascade Orienteering Club, told us all about it.

written by lauren hunsberger

REFLECTIONS MAGAZINE: WHAT IS ORIENTEERING?

BOB FORGRAVE: Orienteering is the sport of learning to navigate with a map and compass. Some people will leave “learning” out of the definition, but there’s always something new to learn about different skills, terrains, types of maps, types of course, and more.

RM: Who is best suited for orienteering?

BF: The best orienteers seek out new challenges and are always using each map as a chance to get better.

RM: What advice do you have for those looking into orienteering for the first time?

BF: Don’t be afraid that you don’t know enough to get started. Just do it. Courses range from novice to advanced, and you can progress at your own speed.

RM: What if you don’t feel fast enough to compete against others?

BF: Don’t be intimidated by fast runners; this is one sport where walking is just fine. An accurate runner can easily be faster than a lost runner . . . if you even care about speed. Sometimes it’s just about an amazing walk with purpose in nature. Also, even if you are a speedy 10K runner and look down on short courses like a 5K, don’t assume that your distance based on roads starts you off immediately at the expert long-course level. Some navigation is involved now!

RM: How did you get into orienteering?

BF: I was 20, and a reasonably fast distance runner, when my college ROTC unit went to a local orienteering course in Virginia. Three times on one course I made navigationally questionable decisions, with some slow, old dude—I think he was like 40—passing me after each mistake, sometimes with a laughing “parade wave”! Despite my kicking up the pace and passing him twice, he finished ahead of me, and my attitude adjustment was complete. I now had a lifelong respect for how orienteering brings different generations and skill sets together.

RM: What has orienteering brought to your life?

BF: To me, orienteering is about resilience. When my navigation is good, all those checkpoints are about fast interval training as long as my body responds. On days when my navigation is not so good, resilience is about bouncing back, making the next leg more efficient than the last one.

But perhaps the best experience of all is teaching youth how to knock down challenges one at a time, to the point where they are perfectly comfortable getting a new map and launching successfully into a high-speed tour of completely unfamiliar terrain. And to have that be safe, because of all the resilience work they’ve put in on navigation—how to avoid getting lost, and if they do lose contact with the map anyway, how to relocate quickly and get back in the race.

RM: What’s your favorite memory as an orienteering coach?

BF: It’s been my honor over the years to coach middle schoolers to a winning orienteering league season, a national win, and to eventually see two of those youth represent the United States in international competition. And then . . . to build on that personal expertise to direct orienteering events, the Washington Interscholastic Orienteering League, and Cascade Orienteering Club itself to help grow the sport. What a way to connect folks to the outdoors!

RM: In your opinion, how does orienteering contribute to a healthy community and environment?

BF: Like it or not, we live in a time of high gadget obsession, low-budget investment in our parks at all levels, and especially low awareness of the natural world. Go to Google, type in “park,” and most of the images are of flat, mowed grass, with no connection to natural spaces.

Without systemic programs for gradual immersion in the great outdoors and familiarity with how to get around, this trend of disconnection will continue. As a society, we don’t invest in what we don’t know about and don’t care about.

Orienteering reverses this by making it a sport to immerse yourself in nature as much as you want to, developing critical outdoor skills along the way. Some families take the experience only that far, learning how to respect a recreational area, enjoy it, and leave it unharmed at the end. Maybe they grow up to vote in favor of the parks and recreational bonds in areas where they have fond memories.

RM: And some people go much further with it?

BF: Yes, many youth go a lot further. Countless graduates of our orienteering league have gone on to major in environmental science, focused on how to protect what they value, while expanding their map skills with outdoor georeferencing in the sciences. Yet others take orienteering to the next level, getting involved as outdoor guides or Search & Rescue.

The common denominator is a learned appreciation for immersion in nature. Priceless.

GROUP SWIM LESSONS

SPORT & ACTIVITY CAMPS

PRESCHOOL CLASSES + MORE

Welcome!

All our classic camps (and a few new ones) are back! We’ve crafted a full lineup of fun, educational activities for your little ones this summer. Use our convenient grid to pick out your favorites, and get ready to register on March 7.

WEEK 1: JUNE 26-30

WEEK 2: JULY 3-7 *

WEEK 3: JULY 10-14

WEEK 4: JULY 17-21

WEEK 5: JULY 24-28

WEEK 6: JULY 31- AUG. 4

WEEK 7: AUG. 7-11

WEEK 8: AUG. 14-18

WEEK 9: AUG. 21-25

WEEK 10: AUG. 28- SEP. 1

* No camp July 4. Camp prices prorated. Registration opens March 7, 10 a.m.

SUMMER ONE-WEEK CAMP DATES SESSION CLASSES

SESSION 1: JUNE 18-JULY 29*

(6 WEEKS)

SESSION 2: JULY 30-SEP. 2

(5 WEEKS)

*No session classes on July 4. Registration opens March 7, 10 a.m.

Swim session registration opens June 6, 9 a.m.

summer 2023 planning guide

SESSION CLASSES

BEFORE & AFTER CARE

BEFORE CAMP CARE: $120/WEEK AFTER CAMP CARE: $145/WEEK

Ages 3+, 8-9:30 a.m. and 4-6 p.m.

Kids’ Camp Room

M-F, Weeks 1-10

Is a 9:30 a.m. start time too late or a 4 p.m. end time too early for your schedule? Provide us with your child’s camp schedule, and we’ll make sure they get to camp and are picked up on time!

PRIVATE SPORT LESSONS

PRIVATE KARATE LESSONS $110/hour, up to two hours.

PRIVATE SQUASH LESSONS

Single player: 30 mins/$50; 45 mins/$75; 60 mins/$100. Priced per player.

PRIVATE VOLLEYBALL LESSONS

Sessions focus on fundamentals, drills and real game situations, challenging players to push themselves. 30 mins/$48; 60 mins/$72; 90 mins/$144; $22 for each additional player up to 16.

PRIVATE BALLET LESSONS

For children and adults, Bellevue Club’s ballet instructors will design a lesson just for you. 45 mins/$61; 60 mins/$72; 90 mins/$107.

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 Charges are split evenly between players. $22/ additional participant.

TEAM TRAINING

50-minute lesson for 7-12 players: $220/team

TENNIS CAMPS

TEENIE TENNIS CAMP

Ages 3-4, M-Th, 8:30–9:15 a.m.

Weeks 1-10

Junior tennis players will learn the fundamentals through drills and games. $150/week

JUNIOR TENNIS CAMP

Ages 5-10, M-Th, 11:45 a.m.-2 p.m.

Weeks 1-10

This camp covers fundamental stroke instruction, drills, footwork, match play and singles/ doubles strategy. $270/week

ROOKIE AND JUNIOR VARSITY

TENNIS BOOT CAMP

Ages 11-17, or staff approval

M-Th, 11:45 a.m.-2 p.m., Weeks 1-10

This boot camp is for those striving to become competitive players in match play. Practice will focus on stroke production, drill and strategy.

$270/week

ELITE/VARSITY TENNIS CAMP

Ages 11-17, or staff approval

M-Th, 9:15-11:30 a.m., Weeks 1-10

Participants must be able to do the following: perform 20 hits in a row with a partner, use both semi-western and continental grips, and hit a flat and slice serve. Practice will focus on consistent hitting, court positioning, shot selection, conditioning and footwork. $270/week

SPORTS CAMPS

ALL-SPORTS CAMP

Ages 6-12, M-F, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Basketball Gym, Weeks 1, 3, 5, 7, 9

This classic Bellevue Club camp focuses on a different sport each day. Camps include skills, drills and scrimmages of each day’s sport, a variety of games and swimming. Dress for sports. Bring a water bottle, sunscreen, nut-free lunch and a swimsuit! $360/week

AFTERNOON ALL-SPORTS CAMP

Ages 6-12, M-F, 2-4 p.m., Basketball Gym, Weeks 2, 4, 6, 8, 10

Come join the fun in the gym to experience a taste of different sports. Each day focuses on a certain sport while advancing and developing your individual skills. Dress for sports and bring a water bottle. $210/week

BEGINNER SQUASH CAMP

Ages 4-8, M-Th, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Squash Courts, Weeks 3 , 5, 6, 7

Come join our squash pro Latasha Khan as we build skills, build friendships, learn the game and have fun. Players will improve performance by focusing on forehand, backhand, serving, footwork, drills and game strategy. $225/week

ADVANCED SQUASH CAMP

Ages 9-14, M-Th, 12.-2 p.m., Squash court, Weeks 3, 5, 6, 7

Come join our squash pro Latasha Khan as we build skills, friendships, learn the game and have fun. Players will improve performance by focusing on forehand, backhand, serving, footwork, drills, game strategy and conditioning. $225/week

BCYBA AFTERNOON BASKETBALL CAMP

Ages 6-12, M-F, 2-4 p.m., Basketball Gym, Weeks 3, 5, 7, 9

Take your skills to the next level! Each day you will work to improve the fundamentals needed to succeed in the game of basketball. Dress for basketball and bring a water bottle! $210/week

VOLLEYBALL CAMP

M-Th, 7-9 p.m., Basketball Gym

Ages 8-12: Week 4

Ages 13 and older: Week 5, 8

Get ready for a challenge with Coach Eugene Wong as he brings more than 25 years of coaching experience and certifications in IMPACT and CAP I to these fun volleyball camps. Camps focus on fundamentals, drills and real game situations. $225/week

COACH TOMMY’S BASKETBALL CAMP

Basketball Gym

Ages 8-11: Weeks 3, 7; M-Th, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

Ages 12-15: Weeks 5, 9; M-Th, 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Join Coach Tommy on the courts for instruction during scrimmages and drills, focusing on court awareness, game knowledge, and more. Dress for basketball and bring a water bottle. $280/week

COACH ANTONIO’S BASKETBALL CAMP

Basketball Gym

LET US PACK YOUR LUNCH

Is your child attending one of our amazing summer camps? Let us pack their lunch! Order online by visiting our members only website or pick up an order form at the athletic services desk.

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

Weeks 2, 4, 6, 8, 10

BCYBA trainer, Coach Antonio will lead skill-based drills and games as participants increase their knowledge and enjoyment of the game. Dress for basketball. Bring a nut free lunch, and a water bottle. $360/week

SWIM CAMPS

SWIM CAMP

Ages 6-12, M-F, 9:30 a.m.–2 p.m.

Drop-off & pick-up:

Game Room Weeks 1-6

Catch the wave of fun! Each day of swim camp includes a group swim lesson 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. $360/member

AFTERNOON SWIM CAMP

Ages 6–12, M-F, 2-4 p.m.

Drop-off & pick-up:

Game Room Weeks 1-6

Burn off that last little bit of energy with afternoon swim camp. Campers will become more comfortable in the water playing interactive group games and activities. $210/member

SPECIALTY CAMPS

BALLET CAMP

Ages 6-8, M-F, 2-4 p.m., Aerobics Studio Weeks 2, 5

Each themed week of the fairytale ballet camp will feature a different ballet, such as The Sleeping Beauty and The Nutcracker. In addition to a daily ballet class, dancers will learn about the ballet by exploring the story, props, and timeless music. $225/week

INTRO TO FITNESS CAMP

Ages 12-14, M-F, 2-4 p.m., Aerobics Studio Weeks 3, 9

New or interested in fitness? Join Bellevue Club personal trainers in an intro level fitness camp to explore the studios, learn functional movements and build self-confidence in a positive and supportive atmosphere. $225/week

KARATE CAMP

Ages 6-12, M-F, 2-4 p.m., Aerobics Studio Week 1

Learn basic blocks, punches and kicks through individual and group instruction. Camp is a great introduction to our year-round karate club, taught by Sensei James Penor. $225/week

LEGO CAMP

Ages 6-12, M-F, 2-4 p.m., Multipurpose Room Weeks 1, 4

Join LEGO-certified professional and Bellevue Club favorite Dan Parker for this unique experience that offers an in-depth look into LEGO creations. Castles, spaceships, dinosaurs, and more. This is a perfect camp for any LEGOmaniac! Explore the four formats of LEGO building: miniature, mosaic, sculpture and mechanical, all in different daily themes. $250/week

ADVANCED LEGO CAMP

Ages 6-12, M-F, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Multipurpose Room, Weeks 1, 4

Join LEGO-certified professional and Bellevue Club favorite Dan Parker for this unique experience that offers an in-depth look into LEGO creations. Castles, spaceships, dinosaurs, and more. This is a perfect camp for any LEGOmaniac! Explore the four formats of LEGO building: miniature, mosaic, sculpture and mechanical, all in different daily themes.

$250/week

PAINTED PALACE ART CAMP

Ages 6-12, M-F, 2-4 p.m., Multipurpose Room, Weeks 6, 8

Participants are joined by the professionals from the Painted Palace as they work with new materials each day. Campers will explore their creative side using different styles and mediums to create daily masterpieces. $225/week

INTRO TO PHOTOGRAPHY CAMP

Ages 6-12, M-F, 2-4 p.m., Kids’ Camp Room Week 3

Join the talented photographers from The Sprouting Image and explore the art of photography. Students will learn the ins and outs of how to control cameras and the light around them as they create expressive works of art. Using recycled art materials, light and digital cameras, students will leave this class with a broader understanding of themselves as creators and the world around them.

$250/week

INT/ADVANCED

PHOTOGRAPHY CAMP

Ages 6-12, M-F, 2-4 p.m. Kid's Camp Room, Week 4

Join the talented photographers from The Sprouting Image and explore the art of photography. Students will learn the ins and outs of how to control cameras and the light around them as they create expressive works of art. Using recycled art materials, light and digital cameras, students will leave this class with a broader understanding of themselves as creators and the world around them. $250/week

ENGINEERS CAMP

Ages 6-10, M-F, 2-4 p.m., Kids’ Camp Room Week 9

The world is always developing and soon it will be in the younger generation's hands. Join us as we encourage creativity and imagination while building bridges, skyscrapers and more!

$210/week

NEW! MAD SCIENCE: CRAZY CHEMWORKS

Ages 6-11, M-F, 2-4 p.m., Kid's Camp Room Week 2

Your Jr. chemist will create surprising concoctions, break molecules with ease and shake up

a flask full of fun. They'll use the tools, safety procedures and laboratory techniques of real chemists as they investigate solids, liquids and gases at the atomic level. Craft chemical combinations to create super-sticky stuff and discover properties of light. Exploring the elements has never been so much fun! $250/week

NEW! MAD SCIENCE: SUPER SCIENCE SAMPLER

Ages 6-11, M-F, 2-4 p.m., Kid's Camp Room Week 5

Mad Science comes in all shapes and sizes as our campers will discover in this exciting week of science activities. Become an engineer and build bridges, domes, cubes, and pyramids. Assemble and control pulleys, levers, catapults, and simple machines. Use chemistry to make your own sidewalk chalk and bath bombs. Behold birds and beasts as we discover the animal kingdom! $250/week

NEW! MAD SCIENCE: RADICAL ROBOTS

Ages 8-12, M-F, 2-4 p.m., Kid's Camp Room Week 10

Investigate the FUNdamentals of robotics as we experiment with electronics, circuits, and sensors to learn how robots use these components to function. Each day campers will assemble their own RE/CO Robot to take home. RE/CO is an adventurous, off-roading robot equipped with an infrared sensor and remote control. A $40 fee for the robot is included in the cost of the camp! $290/week

NEW! MAD SCIENCE: UNDERGROUND EXPLORERS

Ages 8-12, M-F, 2-4 p.m., Kid's Camp Room Week 7

We’ll unearth the past in this archeology and paleontology camp. Discover and practice the techniques scientists use to excavate long lost cities and dinosaur bones. We’ll study bone fragments, pottery shards, amber deposits and fossils to understand what they can tell us about history! Each class includes a +take-home project, like a fossil reproduction, an amber time capsule, and coins from around the world. $250/week

TITANS CLIMBING CAMP

Ages 6-12, M-F, 2-4 p.m., Kids’ Camp Room Week 1

Join us on the rock wall where participants will learn bouldering, basic knots, and what they are capable of while climbing in an energetic and supportive atmosphere. $210/week

TWEEN CAMP

Ages 6-12, M-F, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Weeks 7, 8, 9, 10

Participants are introduced to a variety of artistic, athletic, and scientific concepts that will allow participants to come together in an exciting and energetic atmosphere. $300/week

SUMMER SWIM CLASSES

JUNE 18-JULY 29* (6 WEEKS)

*No session classes on July 4.

Registration opens June 6 at 9 a.m. For information on private lessons, babysitter's training and skill assesments for group and pre-competition classes visit the aquatics page at members. bellevueclub.com, email aquatics@ bellevueclub.com, or call the aquatics desk at 425-688-3223.

GROUP SWIM LESSONS

Our program teaches aquatic and water safety skills in a logical progression. The objectives are to teach swimmers to be safe in, on and around the water and become efficient swimmers. Classes are 30 minutes each. A skill level assessment is recommended for all swimmers entering group swimming lessons to ensure accurate placement.

$138/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 introduce young children to the water. Students practice floating, gliding and blowing bubbles with instructor support.

PRESCHOOL 2: INTRO TO 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: FUNDAMENTAL 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 to perform skills for longer distances and times. All skills are performed independently.

PRESCHOOL 4: STROKE DEVELOPMENT

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 front crawl with side breathing, backstroke and treading water. Students are introduced to the breaststroke, dolphin kick, and diving.

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. The class focuses on teaching students to be independent and comfortable in the water.

YOUTH 2: FUNDAMENTAL 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. Students focus 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, backstroke and treading water. 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 students improve endurance and confidence by swimming greater distances. Participants also begin to learn coordinated breaststroke and butterfly as well as basic turns at the wall.

* Assessments are recommended for any level beyond P1 or Y1 or if you are not currently enrolled in lessons.

PRE-COMPETITION

These courses refine stroke skills and increase endurance. Participants must complete a swim assessment with the coach before registering. Contact aquatics@bellevueclub.com to schedule.

PRE-COMP 1: BEGINNER

M/W or Tu/Th, 4– 4:30 p.m. Swimmers refine all four competitive strokes as well as workout sets, intervals and lane swimming etiquette. $300/member

PRE-COMP 2: INTERMEDIATE

M/W or Tu/Th, 4:30– 5:15 p.m. Swimmers work on a higher level of endurance to prepare for BCST. They will incorporate drills into workouts to further improve performance. $360/member

PARENT & CHILD

Ages 9 months-3 years

Tu, 10–10:30 a.m.

Parent & child aquatics introduces basic aquatic skills to parents and children. Under the guidance of a professional instructor, parents are instructed on how to teach their children swimming and water safety skills. $138/session

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS

Summer Series: July 1-30.

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 needs of each individual.

Individual private lessons can be booked online up to 14 days in advance on the aquatics page at members.bellevueclub.com, by emailing aquatics@bellevueclub.com or calling the aquatics desk at 425.688.3223.

30 minutes: $45/member

45 minutes: $62/member

60 minutes: $85/ member

Semi-private lesson:

30 minutes: $32/member

45 minutes: $36/member

60 minutes: $42/member

BABYSITTER’S TRAINING

Ages 11-15

June 24-25, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

July 22-23, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.

Aug. 12-13, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Learn how to safely and responsibly care for children and infants while improving your resume. Successful participants will receive American Red Cross Babysitter’s Training certification and training in Pediatric CPR/First Aid. $165/member

PRESCHOOL CAMPS SESSION CLASSES

All preschool camps start with lunch. Please remember to pack a nut-free lunch.

KIDS’ CAMP

Ages 3-6, M-F, 9:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Kids’ Camp Room, Weeks 1-10

Children enjoy arts and crafts, activities, story time and more! Bring a swimsuit for open swim. All snacks are provided. Campers must be able to use the toilet and change in and out of their swimsuits independently. Due to pool maintenance, Kids' Camp will not swim in the month of August. $250/week

PRESCHOOL SWIM CAMP

Ages 3-6, M-F, 12 p.m.-2 p.m. Drop-off & pick-up: Game Room, Weeks 3, 5

Make a splash this summer with preschool swim camp. Each day of camp includes a swimming lesson, group games, and tons of fun! No swimming skills are required to participate. Life jacket and goggles recommended. $220/member

WORLD TRAVELERS CAMP

Ages 3-6, M-F, 12-2 p.m.,

Kids’ Camp Room, Weeks 2, 10

Let us use our imagination as we travel around the world through hands-on experience of language, food, song, art and games. Please bring a nut-free lunch. $210/week

PRESCHOOL STEAM CAMP

Ages 3-6, M-F, 12-2 p.m.

Multipurpose Room, Weeks 1, 5

Let your little ones explore the world of science, art, and engineering with our Steam Camp. Campers will gain a better understanding of science/engineering concepts and how to apply them to the world. Children will utilize their creative mindset while completing handson projects and experiments. Please bring a nut-free lunch. $210/week

PAINTED PALACE

PRESCHOOL ART CAMP

Ages 3-6, M-F, 12-2 p.m., Multipurpose Room, Weeks 6, 8

Preschoolers are joined by the professionals from the Painted Palace as they work with new materials each day. Campers will explore their creative side using different styles and mediums to create daily masterpieces. Please bring a nut-free lunch.

$225/week

SUPERHERO CAMP

Ages 3-6, M-F, 12-2 p.m., Multipurpose Room, Weeks 4, 9

Preschoolers are joined by the professionals from Seattle Princesses as they expand their skill sets while learning from their heroes. Daily visits from classic superheroes provide an exciting and engaging environment. $225/week

ROYAL IMAGINATION

Ages 3-6, M-F, 12-2 p.m., Kids’ Camp Room, Weeks 3, 7 Preschoolers are joined by the professionals from Seattle Princesses as they expand their imagination while exploring far off kingdoms. Campers will enjoy favorite fairytales through songs, pretend play, stories, hands-on activities, and character meet-and-greets. Please bring a nut-free lunch. $225/week

PRESCHOOL ALL-SPORTS CAMP

Ages 3-6, M-F, 12-2 p.m. Basketball Gym, Weeks 3, 7, 9 This camp will focus on a different sport each day. Camps include skills, drills and scrimmages of each day’s sport and a variety of games to get your little one moving. Dress for sports and bring a water bottle and a nut-free lunch. $210/week

LITTLE TITANS CLIMBING CAMP

Ages 4-6, M-F, 12-2 p.m. Kids’ Camp Room, Weeks 1, 4, 6, 8, 10 Join us in this new camp where our little climbers will learn bouldering, basic knots, and what they are capable of while climbing on our rock wall in an energetic and supportive atmosphere. Bring athletic attire, tennis shoes, water bottle and nut-free lunch. $210/week

PRE-BALLET CAMP

Ages 3-5, M-F, 12-2 p.m. Multipurpose Room, Weeks 2 , 5

Each themed week of the fairytale ballet camp will feature a different ballet, such as The Sleeping Beauty and The Nutcracker. In addition to a daily ballet class, dancers will learn about the ballet by exploring the story, props, and timeless music. $225/week

SESSION 1: JUNE 18-JULY 29* (6 WEEKS)

SESSION 2: JULY 30-SEP. 2 (5 WEEKS)

*No session classes on July 4. Registration opens March 7 at 10 a.m.

PRE-BALLET/ CREATIVE DANCE

Ages 3-5, 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.

Session 1: $150/member, Session 2: $125/member

BALLET LEVEL 1 & 2

Ages 5-8, Tu, 5-6 p.m., Multipurpose Room

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.

Session 1: $162/member, Session 2: $135/member

BEGINNING KARATE

Ages 6+, W, 6-7 p.m.; 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.

Session 1: $162/member, Session 2: $135/member

INT/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 blocks, punches and kicks while learning new techniques and taking your skills to the next level.

Session 1: $180/member , Session 2: $150/member

BRONZE: INTRO TO BASKETBALL

Ages 6+, M, 4-4:45 p.m., Sa, 10-10:45 a.m., Basketball Gym

Designed to train players on the fundamentals of basketball, this class introduces basic skills such as dribbling, passing and shooting.

Session 1: $150/member, Session 2: $125/member

SILVER: BUILDING FUNDAMENTALS

Ages 6+, 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.

Session 1: $162/member, Session 2: $135/member

GOLD: FUNDAMENTALS REFINEMENT

Ages 6+, Th, 4-4:45 p.m., Basketball Gym

Each class highlights 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.

Session 1: $180/member, Session 2: $150/member

NEED CHILD CARE?

Our child care facility offers a safe place for those 0-6 years old to play with supervision. two hour maximum.

Ages 3 and under: $14.50/hour

Ages 3-6: $13.50/hour

Register at members.bellevueclub.com.

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. Members have registration priority over guests.

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.

written by lauren husnberger ••• photography by yasmeen nayfeh

WORK Road

“IT’S PRETTY HARD TO MISS US,” says Dr. Lina Kim about her bright sky-blue Winnebago bus emblazoned with the Floss Boss logo on it. “I wanted it to be colorful and a little loud, but also fresh and welcoming.”

The bus is the first mobile dentist office in Washington State. It’s equipped with three patient chairs, prepped for cleanings, treatments, scans, whitening, Botox and more. There are small flat-screen TVs on the ceilings above each chair, Bose headsets, fun sunglasses and thoughtful aesthetics throughout the entire vehicle, meant to make the patient experience as pleasant as possible.

IT’S DEFINITELY NOT YOUR TYPICAL DENTIST’S OFFICE.

FLOSS BOSS FOUNDER DR. LINA KIM IS DISRUPTING THE DENTISTRY INDUSTRY—ONE MILE (AND SMILE) AT A TIME.

“A MENTOR once told me: ‘You don’t want to ride the wave; you want to be the wave,’” she says. “And that really had an impact on me.” So, two and a half years ago, she began to make plans for the roving Floss Boss bus and the future of her practice.

With the mobile model, there were two critical things Kim wanted to change about the industry. The first was equitable access.

“My patients were taking three to four hours out of their day for a cleaning, driving from all over, and that made me think of the convenience factor. I thought, How cool would it be to make dentistry more available?”

By taking to the road, Kim knew she could not only better serve her existing patients but also get into communities that are underserved and often overlooked. “Time is the most valuable resource; not everyone can take a half day off work.”

“I thought, How cool would it be to make dentistry more available?”

FOR EXAMPLE, Kim recently connected with Utopia, an organization for the LGBTQIA+ community, through Delta Dental. “We did an event to bridge the gap in lack of dental care for some of the micro communities who often feel judged or marginalized.”

The other driving factor for creating a mobile office, which is in addition to her two brick-andmortar offices, is to expand options for students of dentistry.

“Many dental students have roughly $400,000 in debt when they graduate, and they can have a hard time becoming a practice owner. I wanted to create an option for them, an alternative practice model,” Kim says. “A passion of mine is to give back to the academic dental community, and I wanted to show students that there are options for how to succeed in the industry.”

The response Kim has received from both the community and the industry has already begun to prove her concept. In fact, the second bus is on the way.

“Our vision is convenience, compassion and community. If I can encompass that in one model, it’s a success,” Kim says.

DETAILS BEHIND THE DENTIST

When did you first get into dentistry?

I became a dental assistant my senior year of high school and loved it. Then I went to the UW. In 2007 I took over my first office from a dentist with an existing practice.

Why were you drawn to the practice?

There are neurons that create certain feelings stemming from a smile. A person’s smile is very psychological, and I like helping people with that connection.

Where are your two brick-andmortar offices?

In the Laurelhurst and Magnolia communities.

What does “holistic dentistry” mean to you?

Holistic health starts from the inside. That means we look at everything from dental anxiety, dental history and gum measurements to blood pressure and more. We are looking at the whole body, because dental health can actually become very systemic.

What’s one thing you wish everyone knew about dentistry? Prevention is the key.

For more information, please visit flossbossmobile.com or follow them on Instagram @flossbossmobile.

JORDAN’S JEWELS

Our photographer and native Jordanian gave us an insider’s look into one of the most interesting countries in the Middle East.

written

by lauren hunsberger • photography by yasmeen nayfeh

WADI RUM RESERVE

FUN FACT: Many movies were filmed here: Dune , Star Wars and Aladdin

INSIDER TIP: Stay the night and do a star tour, camel ride, hike or Jeep tour.

Located in southern Jordan, near the Saudi Arabian border, this vast desert landscape is known for being extreme. The temperatures, the beauty, the Bedouin history and vastness are all guaranteed to leave visitors with a sense of awe and wonder. The 278-square-mile area features vibrant rust-colored arches and canyons stretching out into a seemingly endless playground for eco-adventurers, with the most prominent natural site being the Burdah rock bridge.

If you are interested in Wadi Rum, also check out Wadi Mujib.

TEMPLE OF HERCULES

FUN FACT: It is the most prominent Roman structure in the Amman Citadel.

INSIDER TIP: Be sure to check out the famous Hand of Hercules structure.

The Amman Citadel sits on top of one of the seven hills that surround Amman, the capital of Jordan. In the Citadel is the Temple of Hercules, built in AD 162–166, which was an extremely impressive structure for the time, possibly larger than any other temple in Rome. While it’s crumbled over the years, what’s left is nothing short of magic and filled with lore surrounding the massive statue of Hercules.

If you are interested in the Temple of Hercules, also check out the Roman Theatre of Amman.

TEMPLE OF HERCULES, IN THE HEART OF THE CAPITAL

PETRA IS AN ANCIENT CITY CARVED INTO VALLEYS OF RED AND SANDSTONE .

WHAT TO SAY

Arabic is the most common language spoken in Jordan. Here are a few key phrases you will hear and can use yourself:

DEAD SEA

FUN FACT: It’s the lowest point on the earth, at 1,412 feet below sea level.

INSIDER TIP: There are numerous smaller salt springs surrounding the shores, perfect for solo bathing.

While it’s called the Dead Sea, it’s actually a salt lake that sits on the border between Jordan and Israel. The mineralladen water isn’t great for hosting life, as there are no fish, flora or algae in the lake. However, it does produce stunningly beautiful landscapes and an exhilarating, healing experience for humans of floating with relatively no weight. The lake also holds special meaning in biblical and historical contexts.

If you are interested in the Dead Sea, also check out Ma’in Hot Springs.

FUN FACT: It’s also called the Lost City and the Rose City. INSIDER TIP: The Treasury building is the most photographed, but there are dozens of structures to explore.

One of the most famous sites in Jordan, Petra is an ancient city that was located on a large trade route and perfectly carved into valleys of vibrant red sandstone. Between the Red Sea and Dead Sea, it highlights the surrounding sandstone canyons and gorges. The site is so stunning it was deemed one of the New Seven Wonders of the World; it’s also one of the oldest cities in the world, built in 321 BC.

If you are interested in Petra, also check out Jerash, north of the capital Amman.

PETRA

PETRA

DEAD SEA

AS-SALAMU ALAYKUM: Peace be upon you (Salam: Peace)

AHLAN: Hello

MARHABAN: Hello or Welcome

KAIFA HALUK: How are you?

SABAH AL-KHAIR: Good morning

SHUKRAN: Thank you

HABIBI: My love or Darling

MASA’ ALKHAYR: Good evening

ALHAMDULILLAH: Thank God

SUBHANALLAH: Glory be to God

MASHALLAH: What God has willed

BISMILLAH: In the name of God

WADI RUM

KERAK CASTLE

FUN FACT: It is thought to be the best-preserved castle in Jordan.

INSIDER TIP: Be sure to locate the Baybars’ Tower, which is the highest vantage point.

The Kerak Castle was built in 1142 as a military fortress for the Crusaders located off the King’s Highway. While impressive at first sight, the most fascinating part is the extensive labyrinth of tunnels and passages underground. Although the infrastructure was heavily damaged due to military sieges, there are still 16 towers standing that represent the original structure and the efforts to fortify the walls throughout the centuries.

If you are interested in Kerak Castle, also check out Ajloun Castle.

PALM SPRINGS | PALM DESERT | LA QUINTA RANCHO MIRAGE | INDIAN WELLS

THE LABYRINTH OF KERAK CASTLE

REFLECTIONS

We love when our community gathers together! From holiday events to wine dinners, we always have a reason to celebrate at the club.

ORANGE COUNTY 2023

Our tennis pros took 19 kids on the annual trip. They played two matches and bonded at an Escape Room, a fun bowling night, quality time on the beach, and several trips to In-N-Out.

Family Owned Celebrating 45 Years

HABITSTACKING

Four facts about habit stacking

1. Habit stacking is using one established habit to help create a new one.

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It’s also sometimes called “habit chaining” or “habit grouping.”

4. The phrase was first coined by author S. J. Scott in his 2014 book Habit Stacking: 97 Small Life Changes That Take Five Minutes or Less

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