FEBRUARY 2025
MUSIC WITH A VIEW: LOVE SONGS WITH JENNIFER DEDOMINICI
Sunday, February 16th 12pm - 2pm Page 18
CAMEL DRIVERS REGISTRATION OPENS
Monday, February 17th Opens at 10am Via Email to Members with Golf Privileges Page 06
CAJUN CREOLE COOKING CLASS
Friday, February 28th 4:30pm - 6pm
$79 per Member Page 05
“ ...time to celebrate your sweetheart with a special Valentine's Day treat...specials will be available in all restaurants from the 13th - 16th of February.""
Director
Dear Members,
This is my first opportunity to thank you for the warm welcome, as well as share many upcoming events where I look forward to meeting and sharing your thoughts on the Resort & Club.
February is the month when Punxsutawney Phil emerges from the winter cold to see if he will see his shadow. In anticipation of the woodchuck seeing his silhouette, we have assembled numerous activities to welcome you to the Club and help make it to the Spring. This month is also a time to celebrate your sweetheart with a special Valentines Day treat!
You may want to consider making reservations for this month’s Music with a View on Sunday, February 16th. Tickets include a brunch buffet followed by a performance by Jennifer DeDominici. Or, join us on February 12th for a fun pickleball round robin where you’ll get the chance to play with your spouse against other Valentine’s couples. For tennis enthusiasts, come out and support the CC Tigers men’s and women’s tennis teams on Saturday, February 8th, as they start their season on our courts in their home opener.
Valentine’s Day Specials will be available in all restaurants from the 13th-16th of February so make your plans early. Don’t forget that the KC Grille is open Wednesday through Sunday from 4pm - 8pm with Laura Rupejko performing on Wednesday evenings. On February 9th come watch Super Bowl 59 at the Grille and enjoy some party favorites! I encourage you to review the Food and Beverage hours of operation in this Newsletter and come to enjoy your Club.
Sincerely,
Jack Breisacher
Celebrate Valentine's month with a kick by trying our Handcrafted Hibiscus Margarita. Made with Additive-Free Lunazul Tequila, Citrus Liqueur, Hibiscus, Lime, and a hint of Chile Essence for a subtle touch of heat. Enjoy it all month long at any of our restaurants for just $13.
We're excited to introduce our new dinner menu at Grand View, packed with delicious new options. This month, we're thrilled to feature our brandnew Beef & Barley Soup. Made with a rich, flavorful broth, hearty whole grain barley, tender beef, and fresh vegetables, it's the ultimate comfort dish for this winter season. Click here to view the new Grand View dinner menu.
Available at Grand View, Rocks, and KC
Grille during regular dinner service
Available February 13th - 16th
Click here to view the special menu.
To RSVP, please call 719.329.6901 or click here to book on the Member Portal.
Sunday, February 9th
3pm - 9pm
Click here to book your table.
Come join us at KC Grille for Super Bowl 59! We will have all of your party favorites including a complimentary plate of chips and salsa upon arrival. We'll also have:
50¢ Wings (Lemon Pepper, Buffalo, or BBQ)
$2 Beef Sliders (topped with Bacon, Cheddar, BBQ Sauce, and Crispy Onions)
$8 Housemade Mozzarella Sticks (served with Marinara)
$9 Loaded Fries (topped with Steak, Queso, Bacon, Lime Crema, and Cilantro)
Plus, be sure to arrive early to be entered into our free Super Bowl Squares competition where we will be giving out prizes after each quarter!
Friday, February 28th | 4:30pm - 6pm
Rocks Dining Room | $79 per Member
Click here to RSVP. Only 18 spots available!
Spice up your diet with some fantastic Cajun and Creole cuisine. Let Executive Chef Nathan Gresham guide you through the process of building complex flavors into your cooking, while learning how to make some of his signature Southern dishes.
Closed Monday - Tuesday
Open Wednesday - Sunday | 4pm - 8pm
Live Music from Laura Rupejko Wednesdays | 5pm - 8pm
Wednesday | Chef's Special
Feb 5 | Braised Short Rib
Feb 12 | Calamari Fra Diavolo
Feb 19 | Marinated Flank Steak Fajitas
Feb 26 | Fried Chicken
Thursday | Burger Night
Friday | Fish & Chips
Saturday | Prime Rib Special
Click here to view the full monthly specials menu.
Closed Monday - Thursday Friday | 3pm - 10pm Saturday & Sunday | 11am - 10pm
Live Music from Laura Rupejko Saturdays | 6pm - 9pm
Breakfast | Monday - Friday | 7am - 10:30am
Lunch | Monday - Friday | 11am - 2:30pm Dinner | Open Daily | 4pm - 10pm
Brunch | Saturday & Sunday | 7am - 2:30pm
Bar | Open Daily | 11am - 10pm
Live Music from Wayne Hammerstadt Sundays | 11am - 2pm
Live Music from Tom Munch Fridays | 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Open Daily | 6:30am - 3pm
Click here to view all Hours of Operation.
GOLF SHOP
Monday - Sunday 9am - 5pm
GOLF COURSE (frost and weather permitting)
Monday - Sunday 10am - 5pm
PRACTICE RANGE
Monday - Sunday 9:30am - 5pm
SHORT GAME AREA
CLOSED FOR WINTER
The Mirage and on-course restrooms have been winterized for the season and are now CLOSED until Spring of 2025. Beverage Cart service has also been discontinued until Spring of 2025. A limited selection of beverages and snacks will be available in the golf shop throughout the winter months.
THURSDAY - SATURDAY, JULY 10-12, 2025
An email regarding tournament information and registration will be sent to all members with golf privileges on Monday, February 17th at 10am MST. Anyone wanting to participate in the Camels Drivers Tournament will be required to fill out the registration form. All players will be placed into a lottery. Those players who won their division both gross and net in last year’s event will be exempt from the lottery.
In addition, those who have served as a Tournament Chairman in the past will also be exempt from the lottery process.
Regardless of exemptions, a completed registration form is required. The lottery for the 2025 Camel Drivers Tournament will take place in mid-March.
Registration will begin Monday, February 17th at 10am MST
Entry Fee: $750 per person
Tuesday - Thursday, June 10-12
64th ANNUAL SMOOCHERS
LADIES MEMBER-GUEST
Practice Round on Monday, June 9
Registration is currently open.
Saturday, June 21
MEN'S 2-MAN BEST BALL TOURNAMENT
Thursday - Saturday, July 10-12
64th ANNUAL CAMEL DRIVERS
MEN'S MEMBER-GUEST
Registration will open on February 17th at 10am.
Saturday, July 26
MEN'S 2-MAN BEST BALL TOURNAMENT
Friday - Saturday, August 8-9
57th ANNUAL SHEIKS & SHEBAS COUPLES MEMBER-GUEST
Practice Round on Thursday, August 7
Thursday - Friday, August 14-15
LADIES CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP
Saturday - Sunday, August 16-17 MENS CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP
TAYLOR MADE
Saturday, May 17 | 10am - 2pm
Saturday, June 21 | 12pm - 4pm
Saturday, July 19 | 10am - 2pm
Friday, August 30 | 10am - 2pm
CALLAWAY
Friday, May 23| 10am - 2pm
Friday, July 18 | 10am - 2pm
Thursday, August 21 | 11am - 3pm
What every golfer should know about frost… how often your morning is affected by frost delays depends not just on the weather, but a variety of factors.
Golf course turf is normally resilient to traffic, but when ice crystals form inside the plants, they become brittle. Walking or driving over frost-covered grass can rupture plant cells, leading to dead turf, or the plants may be weakened without immediate showing effects. It can take grass more than a month to recover from this damage.
You can look out the window and see no signs of frost, only to find a frost delay when you get to the course. Know that frost can linger in colder microclimates long after areas have thawed. North facing slopes, low-lying areas, and areas sheltered from the wind are especially likely to remain covered with frost. When in doubt, call the Golf Shop to check on course conditions before leaving the house.
Frost damage can occur throughout the course, but it poses the greatest risk to closely mown turf. Putting greens are particularly vulnerable because they experience the most concentrated traffic. A foursome typically takes 300 steps or more per green; and with frost present, each step could cause serious damage.
No signs of frost on the first tee doesn’t mean and immediate “all clear” sign. If frost remains unavoidable early in the round, the course must remain closed. Also remember once the course is totally clear, the maintenance staff will still need time to catch up on course preparation before play can begin.
We had great success with our winter course rotations last season, and we’ll continue this through the winter season moving forward. Due to frost delays in February, tee times will begin at 10am for the entire month. Please call the golf shop or check your emails prior to tee off for updated course conditions and/or delays.
Frost delays may be posted in the tee sheet a week in advance if forecasted low temperatures are sustained. Online tee times will be available one week in advance starting at 9am. If you experience any difficulties using the online tee sheet, please call the golf shop and we'll gladly assist.
• Please call ahead for frost & weather delays (719-636-2520)
• Frost/weather delays or closures will be emailed via jonas to all members with tee times on the day of play
• It is recommended there be a maximum of 2 carts per group during the winter course months. The golf course benefits from less cart traffic during the winter months.
• The GPS units in the golf carts have been removed for winter; the GPS screens are temperature sensitive and can be damaged if exposed to sustained colder temperatures
• The range tee is now imited to the mat area on the south end of the practice tee
• The range balls will be located in the golf shop until spring. When practicing only, those members not on the range club will be charged for their range balls. Balls are included when playing a scheduled round.
• Make sure you are repairIng ball marks and filling divots with sand mix provided throughout the winter season
Accompanied Guest - 18-holes - $69
Accompanied Guest - 9-holes - $49
Does not include cart fee.
Click here to hear Jon Roth discuss the impact of the changing seasons on our golf members and golf operation.
Moving forward, we will be creating a "Month at a Glance" sheet for each month. One side includes “The Weeks Ahead” – which is a list of all events that month and their corresponding dates.
The other side includes “The Month Ahead” –which is a list of anything that might be relevant for the whole month (things like month-long spa discounts, taste of the month, golf course updates, changes in hours of operation, etc.)
This is meant to be a quick glance at what’s going on at the Club each month to help you stay "in the know!"
Click here to view and download your February Month at a Glance sheet.
In order to help both our Members and our Team plan ahead, we are announcing the next 3 months worth of events!
This document will provide you with name of each event and its corresponding date so that you can mark you calendars for the events that interest you most! Then the details for each event will come out in that month's newsletter.
Click here to view and download your 3-Month Event Calendar (Feb - April).
Available now through March 31st
Staycation at your own Club with 50% off lodge rooms through March 31st! Experience the ultimate getaway right at home with this offer exclusive to Garden of the Gods Club Members. Use code
Click here to book this offer!
The most common question I get is how often should I get my racquet restrung? The general rule of thumb is however many days a week you play you should restring that number of times per year. For example, if you play 2 times per week you should restring your racquet 2 times per year. At GOG we keep a restring log which you can check when the last time you had your racquet restrung to make sure your equipment is performing at its upmost potential. The main reason for restringing your racquet is to maintain control of the ball as the longer your strings are in the frame the more fragile the string becomes and the looser the tension gets creating a trampoline feeling versus the solid feel as it should. Come on down to the pro shop to have your racquet assessed by one of our professionals and keep your equipment up to working at its best.
Click here to view the Racquet Sports calendar for February.
Saturday, February 8th
Saturday February 8th starting at 1pm we will be hosting the men’s and women’s Colorado college tennis teams in their home opener. Come on out and support the tigers as they start their season on our courts!! The women’s match will start first at 1:30pm and following will be the men’s match tentatively starting at 6pm.
Junior Tennis Programming continues in February with Red Raiders (ages 6-8) and Orange Crush (ages 9-10) on Mondays & Wednesdays, Green + (ages 11-13) on Tuesdays & Thursdays, and Tiny Tots (ages 4-5) on Wednesdays.
Click here to view all dates and details of the Junior Tennis Programming.
Friday, February 7th | 5:30pm - 7pm
$30 per Member | $40 per Guest
Join us for a fast-paced doubles-oriented king of the court games. Test your skills and your endurance in this great format where each point counts. Drinks and light snacks will be served. Click here to RSVP.
Wednesday, February 12th | 5:30pm - 7pm
$28 per Member | $38 per Guest
Join us for a fun pickleball round robin where you’ll get the chance to play with your spouse against other Valentine’s couples. Drinks and snacks will be served. Click here to RSVP.
Thursday, February 20th | 7pm - 8:30pm
$30 per Member | $40 per Guest
Join the GOG staff playing with and against them to test your skills in a fun night of competition. Drinks and light snacks will be served.
Friday, April 4th | 5:30pm - 7pm
All pickleball and tennis player’s welcome! Hors d’oeuvres and drinks will be served while you play on the court and see the latest fashions from Wilson.
Wednesdays | 9am - 10:30am
$34 per Member | $44 per Guest
For the next 7-weeks on Wednesday’s from 9am - 10:30am the GOG staff will conduct a fun doubles tennis clinic covering strategy and positioning that you wouldn’t believe. We’ll cover all the A-typical teachings that you’ve heard over the years that are false and reasons why and how to surprise your opponents with new tactics and strategies. Clinics will be held on the following dates: February 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th, March 5th, 12th, 19th. Click here to RSVP.
Thursday, February 20th | 10:30am - 11:30am
Join us on the 3rd Thursday of each month where we will teach the Stroke of the Month geared towards technique, repetitions and on-court coaching. Signups will be mandatory on the member portal to host the clinic. Click here to RSVP.
Fernanda Diaz is a dance instructor who has been immersed in the world of movement since the age of 3. With nearly 7 years of teaching experience, she blends her extensive dance background with a focus on mindful, fluid movement to help clients achieve their fitness goals. In addition to her expertise in dance, Fernanda is a certified group fitness instructor through the AFAA, as well as a certified Reformer and Mat Pilates instructor. She likes incorporating these disciplines into her classes to enhance strength, flexibility, and body awareness. Her teaching style emphasizes the connection between movement and breath, guiding students through dynamic choreography that flows with grace while building strength and toning the body. Fernanda is dedicated to creating an environment where students can cultivate balance, increase mobility, and develop a deeper mind-body connection. Fernanda’s classes are designed to inspire confidence, empower growth, and deepen the joy of dance. Outside the studio, Fernanda enjoys hiking, cooking, practicing yoga, and exploring all that Colorado has to offer with her family and friends.
Garden of the Gods Club Member, Joe Ferfolia , joins the Strata Fit team! Joe was born and raised in Cleveland, OH and is a 1998 graduate of the Air Force Academy. After a career in the USAF flying the B-1B, Joe and his wife Leanne and daughter Isadora settled down in the Colorado Springs area in 2021. Joe is currently a Captain at Southwest Airlines and is passionate about maintaining a high level of fitness throughout his lifetime. He jumped at the opportunity to get certified as a spin instructor and is looking forward to sharing his love of fitness with other members and guests of the Club.
Friday, February 7th | 5pm - 6:30pm | Complimentary Meet at the Fitness Center
Click here to Register on the Member Portal
Open to Middle School and High School athletes who are looking to get ready for their upcoming sports season. We encourage parents who are looking for a tough workout to participate as well! Join Jen for this conditioning and agility styled workout to better prepare for your season.
It's Functional Fitness February! Complete any 30-minute exercise focusing on mobility, flexibility, or balance to receive a punch on your punch card from the fitness desk. Completed punch cards will be entered into a raffle for a free 50min Strata Facial or Massage!
Click here to view the full group fitness calendar for February.
Click here to join a class with Zoom.
Sweeten your smile for Valentine's Day with a FREE lip balm! Purchase any two Eminence retail products in February and receive a free Citrus Lip Balm - $26 value! (while supplies last)
Love is in the air, and so are the perfect nails! Treat yourself or a loved one to a beautiful DIY manicure with our Dazzle Dry Mani Kits ! Buy one kit, get 15% off. Buy two kits, get 25% off + free gift wrapping!
Celebrate Galentine's Day with our BFF Beauty Bundle ! Includes 2 Express Mani's, 2 Express Pedi's, and 2 Blowouts for $144 per person. Available every Thursday and Friday in February!*
Treat your sweetheart to a couple's massage this Valentine's Day! Chocolate and Sparkling Wine will be included with every couples service from February 13th-15th. **
Enhance your experience and indulge in soothing scents on us! Upgrade your Signature Massage service witha custom blend of TARA Essential Oils for no additional charge. Bring the soothing spa ambiance home with 15% off all TARA retail items.
No additional discounts apply. For your convenience, a 22% service charge is added to the retail value of the services(s).
*Additional charges may apply for polish removal and/or service upgrades.
**May be substituted for alternative amenities.
Experience the ultimate in relaxation and rejuvenation with our Luxury Spa Facial. For the month of February, take advantage of a free upgrade from our standard 80-minute Strata Spa Facial to the Luxury Facial , which includes the added benefits of LightStim. $250 value for just $210!
Reveal your radiance with our Cool Peel Technology! Treat your skin to the latest in rejuvenation with 25% off our Moisture Boost and Vitamin C Brightening Treatments during the month of February.
Click here to book a Cool Peel Technology service.
Tuesday, February 11 & 25 | 9am - 8pm
Deal Days continue in February where select services will be 25% off their listed prices . Services include our 50minute Mindful Dreams Massage Ritual, our 30-minute Dermaplane Treatment, our Express Manicures and Pedicures, plus more!
Click here to view the details and pricing. Click here to book a treatment.
Make a New Year's Resolution to pamper yourself with our Massage and Facial series options!
Plus, stay tuned for a Member Exclusive offer - a Signature Hydrafacial with Dermaplane 6-pack deal!
Click here to view the exclusive menu.
At Strata Med, we’re redefining healthcare by moving beyond traditional, reactive approaches. We’re proud to offer proactive, personalized treatment plans that seamlessly blend the best of Eastern and Western therapies. Our innovative, whole-body diagnostics and treatments go deeper to uncover and treat the root causes of illness, allowing us to treat the entire person—not just a list of symptoms.
Whether it’s American Heart Month or any other time of year, we’re dedicated to getting to the heart of your health and supporting you on your journey to optimal well-being. Read on for Strata Med’s cutting-edge, evidence-based treatments to support heart health.
Without question, one of the hottest topics in cardiovascular medicine has become the role of the type II diabetic and weight loss drugs known as the GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) receptor agonists and SGLT–2 (sodium-glucose cotransporter-2) inhibitors. While both drug classes were initially developed for the treatment of type 2 diabetes (T2D), they have been found to have a remarkable number of beneficial “side effects” particularly as related to obesity and cardiovascular disease. Click here to read Dr. Barber's full blog to learn more about these developments in cardiovascular health.
In recent years, the combination of traditional Western medicine with complementary and Eastern approaches has created a more personalized, effective way to address heart health. One of the most overlooked factors in cardiovascular disease is inflammation, which plays a significant role in many heart-related conditions.
More than 100 years ago, the scientist Virchow discovered that inflammation contributes to the formation of plaque in arteries, a process known as atherosclerosis. For much of the 20th century, however, atherosclerosis was mostly seen as a passive buildup of cholesterol. While inflammation is generally helpful for healing, when it becomes chronic, it can lead to ongoing damage and increase the risk of serious health issues.
Click here to learn more about the link between inflammation and cardiovascular disease, and discover effective strategies to manage it.
Did you miss our January 27 Culinary Medicine Cooking demo? Not to worry, we have another one scheduled in April. Culinary medicine blends the science of medicine with the art of cooking, using delicious, nutrient-dense foods to enhance health and improve patient outcomes. It offers a practical, hands-on approach to nutrition, teaching you how to shop, prepare, and savor meals that support long-term well-being and sustainable living.
Enjoy and warm up with the recipe from the January 27 “Winter Comfort Foods” demo which focused on reinventing a classic dish – Shepherd’s Pie – into a more nutritious, plant-forward dish. Click here to get the recipe.
Thursday, March 20 | Three Graces Ballroom
Call 719-749-3308 or email events@stratawell.com to RSVP
Join us for a delicious, gut-friendly lunch prepared by Executive Chef Nathan Gresham of Garden of the Gods Resort and Club. While enjoying your meal, Dr. Jennifer Habashy and Dr. Candyce Lynch, Naturopathic Doctors at Strata Med, will share expert tips on optimizing gut health. Click here to view more details.
Friday, March 21 | The View at Kissing Camels 5pm - 6pm, followed by a Happy Hour
$20 per person, includes one cocktail from Member Menu Call 719-749-3308 or email events@stratawell.com to RSVP
Get ready for golf season with a session led by Tracy Iverson, Fitness and Lifestyle Coach and Jake Fisher, Sports Medicine and Performance Specialist. Tracy and Jake will guide you through TPI certified exercises, a gua sha demo for recovery and tips to help you perform your best on the course. Then stay, socialize, and get a complimentary member’s cocktail at KC Grille.
We are excited to announce that Strata now has a second location at 11675 Ridgeline Dr. Colorado Springs, CO 80921 on the North end of town. Call 719-749-3308 to make an appointment at either location.
View Strata Services
Friday, February 21st 5:30pm - 7:30pm Mesa Boardroom
$40 per Member | Includes supplies and one cocktail Register on the Member Portal
This Month's Craft: Personalized Bag Charms
Sunday, February 16 | 12pm - 2pm The View at Kissing Camels | $75 per Member
Looking for something to do for Valentine's weekend? Join us for Music with a View! Tickets include a brunch buffet followed by a performance by Jennifer DeDominici, a musical theater and operatic talent. She has an extensive background in both musical theater and operatic roles, as well as 1st place winner of the Denver Lyric Opera Guild, and NATS Singer of the Year.
Jennifer DeDominici has a history with Garden of the Gods Resort and Club, as she included us in her "Creative Stays" itinerary in association with Springs Magazine back in 2022. Click here to view her video and hear her sing on our Reflection Pool.
Click here to RSVP or you may call Sara Kleiber at 719.520.4983 or email her at skleiber@gardenofthegodsresort.com
Click here to view the brunch menu.
Click here to share the event with friends on Facebook.
NEW Spring Merchandise
40% OFF OLUKAI SHOES
NEW Vuori in Stock
25% OFF VUORI CLOTHING
50% OFF ALL RED-MARKED MERCHANDISE
NEW Lohla Sport in Stock
40% OFF ALL APPAREL
40% OFF FOOTJOY GOLF SHOES AND OLUKAI
SANDALS, SLIPPERS, & BOOTS (excludes Olukai golf shoes)
Introducing the Member Mingle – your go-to event for socializing, networking, and making connections within our club community. Thank you to everyone who attended January's event!
Tuesday, February 18 | 5pm - 8:30pm The View at Kissing Camels
$20 per Member
Please note that this is a Member-Only event.
Click here to RSVP for the February Member Mingle.
• Food Options: Indulge in small bites, appetizers, and desserts available downstairs in the Grille and upstairs in The View.
• Exclusive Drinks: Sip on your favorites from the members-only drink menu.
• Seating Options for Every Mood: Enjoy a variety of seating, including chairs, high tops, and a few tables, creating a comfortable space for mingling.
• Special Features: Stay tuned for February's special features!
• Kid’s Club: Our Kids Club will be open to help you fully enjoy the evening worry-free.
• Door Prizes: Be sure to attend for your chance to win! Congrats to our January winners!
Lindsey Hafemeister | Bottle of Wine
William Harmon | Dinner for Two at Grand View
Charlie Frederick | One Month of Complimentary Membership Dues
