Glencoe Life THE GLENCOE CLUB MAGAZINE
SPRING 2017 • Vol. 2 Issue 1
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Glencoe Life Glencoe Life magazine is published four times a year and produced in-house by the Creative Studio at The Glencoe Club. Check out Glencoe Life magazine online at glencoe.org for current or past issues. For subscription details, please see page 71.
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Contributors: Barbie Jean, Chris Jennings, Cindy Bonyai, Dr. Dana Lougheed, David Duncalf, Dawn Pentesco, Derek Wilding, Emma Levasseur, Glenn Boswell, Jessica Power Cyr, Judy Forshner, Ken Clarke, Lindsay M. Kulyk, Marc Badorek, Monika Zwilling, Natasha Sawatsky, Paul Kenno, Paul Webster, Reid Rohatinsky, Ryan Anderson, Sara Reynolds, Tatianna Ducklow, Steve Thomson, Suzette O'Byrne, Wendy Dypolt Managing Editor: Wendy Dypolt Editor: Al Harvey Designer: Jana Volfova Photographers: Jonathan Ferguson - Von der Rusch Photography, Kyle Clapham Photography, Glencoe Archives Printing: Style-Craft Printing, Calgary
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Contact Information The Glencoe Club 636 - 29 Avenue SW, Calgary, AB T2S 0P1 p: 403-243-2506 f: 403-287-2673 w: glencoe.org w: glencoejobs.org e: info@glencoe.org
The Glencoe Golf & Country Club 31002 Elbow River Drive SW Calgary, AB T3Z 2T8 p: 403-242-4019 f: 403-246-7331 w: glencoegolf.org e: golf@glencoe.org
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CONTENTS THE GLENCOE CLUB MAGAZINE • SPRING 2017 • Vol. 2, Issue 1
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FEATURES
DEPARTMENTS
16 | The Legacy Project
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President’s Message
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Golf President’s Message
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CEOs Message
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GMs Message
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Affiliated Clubs
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Food & Beverage
Check out hightlights from our online video interview with Board member Chris Davis.
36 | Climbing Beyond the Walls Our Climbing Instructor, Lindsay M. Kulyk, shares her passion for outdoor climbing in the Rockies.
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46 | Healing Tips for Allergies Follow a holsitic path to healthier living — less sniffles, sneezing and itchy eyes — with these tips from Jessica Power Cyr.
62 | Try our New Golf Simulators Golf Pebble Beach without flying to California. Play a virtual round or two on our state-of-theart equipment.
28 Sports 34 Recreation 44
Health & Wellness
52 Services 56 Notable 60 Golf 70
Contact List
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THE GLENCOE CLUB PR ESIDENT’S MESSAGE
May 2017 Treat Us All Well OUR VISION We aim to be the premier sports and social club in Canada, providing excellent facilities, programs and service to all members of the family.
OUR MISSION Creating extraordinary experiences for the communities we serve: the members, the employees, our neighbours and society.
OUR VALUES • Service • Excellence • Respect • Trust • Communication • Safety • Continuous Improvement The Glencoe Club 636 - 29 Avenue SW Calgary, AB T2S 0P1 p: 403-243-2506 f: 403-287-2673 Court Bookings Only: 403-243-7342 glencoe.org info@glencoe.org glencoejobs.org
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y the time you read this, 2017 will be well underway. However, as I write this, the year is only three weeks old, so I wish everyone the best possible 2017.
The Board Retreat For the seventh consecutive year, the Board and Management spent the second weekend in January at an off-site location. There, we examined the work done on the previous five-year Strategic Plan and set new goals for the forthcoming five-year Strategic Plan. Amongst the completed goals were: • The Club’s expansion • The renovation of the former Girls’ Locker Room into the Wellness Centre • The expansion of food service to the pool with the "Lido" • The augmentation of the Family Locker Room • 50 additional parking stalls
various spots throughout the Club during this transition. Please watch for forthcoming announcements regarding these changes. We expect this construction to commence in early March. Congratulations to Jana-Lyn Fairbairn While we are sad to lose our Food & Beverage Manager Jana-Lyn Fairbairn, we are extremely proud that she has accepted the position of Executive Director at The Riverside Golf & Country Club in Saskatoon. Jana-Lyn becomes one of a very few female golf club managers in Canada. Our best wishes go with her.
Our future five-year Strategic Plan includes the cafeteria relocation and renovation.
Ideas for Board Candidates? While the election of the Board is several months away (nominations commence in July), there will be four places vacated at the end of this Board year in September. This is a good time to give some thought to members who you feel would be good candidates for the Board.
As mentioned in the last issue of Glencoe Life, we hired the architectural firm Frank to do an in-depth study of our entire Food & Beverage service and to develop a Food & Beverage master plan. The first phase of this plan is to relocate the Glen Harvest Café to the current Administration space, in order to take advantage of the window light. The Administration offices will be moved to the current cafeteria space.
Staff Awards Night a Winner! We celebrated the longevity and enormous contributions of many of our staff in January. Please refer to Greg Lundmark's comments and to pictures (on page 14) in this publication. It was a lovely evening. Congratulations to all the award recipients and thank you to all of the employees for your hard work in keeping this Club functioning at such a high level. A
The Board has approved up to $4 million dollars to complete these changes. Management has formed plans to ensure that the members will continue to have access to venues for our meals during this renovation. Our Administration staff will be located in 4 glencoe.org
Marguerite Paulsen President The Glencoe Club
THE GLENCOE GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB PR ESIDENT’S MESSAGE
Golf Season Approaching The days are starting to get longer and lighter, which means spring is coming and the golf season will be upon us in no time.
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n the meantime, your Golf Committee, led by Richard Emery, along with the Ladies, Men's, Junior and Grounds Committees have begun their preparations for the year. You'll note my reference to the Grounds Committee, rather than the Greens Committee. The Board and Management made this change to better reflect what this Committee is responsible for. Another change that has been made with respect to the Golf Committee is the increased number of voting members. The Committee now allows for two representatives from each of the Committees referenced above. The purpose of this change is to strengthen the Committee and provide a more meaningful voice for the Board. Another item to note, as we look toward the golf season, is the change to our guest rule. The Board has approved the change, which will now allow a person to be introduced as a golfing guest a maximum of seven times during the golf season, rather than once per month. There are a few dates to save in your calendars, April 21 is the Opening Cocktail Party. Please remember that this event is for members, who are 18 years of age and older.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS The Glencoe Club President: Marguerite Paulsen Vice-President: Joanne Hruska The Glencoe Golf & Country Club President: Cara Bonney Barr Vice-President: Bryan Wright Directors: Marshall Abbott Al Chapman Chris Davis Ron Newman Susan Schulli Danny Shannon Barbara Widdowson
The Junior Committee is also planning the Opening Junior Mixer scheduled for April 15. This is a great opportunity to meet families with junior golfers, get information on the Junior programming and events. Keep an eye out for more information on this event. The Ladies Committee is hard at work planning the Ladies Opening Par-Tee which will be held on April 26 and the opening Mens event, the Captain's Dinner, is scheduled for May 9. I look forward to seeing you all in April, but until then enjoy the rest of your winter wherever it may take you. A
The Glencoe Golf & Country Club 31002 Elbow River Drive SW Calgary, AB T3Z 2T8 p: 403-242-4019 f: 403-246-7331 Golf Shop: 403-571-0055 golf@glencoe.org
Cara Bonney Barr President The Glencoe Golf & Country Club
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CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER’S MESSAGE
Café Renovation Underway Staff Service Awards Annually in January, the Club hosts the Employee Awards night to recognize long-term employees and exceptional service. This is always a spectacular event, considered by staff as The Glencoe Club version of the Academy Awards. This issue of Glencoe Life features an article (on page 14) about this event. I would like to specially recognize Sunny Manthoulath (Sports Office) for receiving the coveted Masters of Service award, Eric Skilling (Digital Communications Specialist) as the Rookie of the Year and our Curling Department for being named Team of the Year. For long-term service, I would like to recognize Laurie Pow (Physiotherapy) and Kim Sourisack (Café) for 30 years and Connie Dunham (Sports Office) for 25 years of dedicated service. Farewell to Food & Beverage Manager, Jana-Lyn Fairbairn It is with mixed feelings that we announce that Jana-Lyn Fairbairn, Food & Beverage Manager, is leaving us after nine years. Jana-Lyn has made a tremendous impact on our Food & Beverage services at The Glencoe Club during her time here, and especially this past year, when she also oversaw the Food & Beverage services at The Glencoe Golf & Country Club. We'll miss her, but we are very proud that she is moving on to be in charge of the most prestigious private golf club in Saskatchewan. I would like to thank her for her dedication and years of service and to wish her all the best in her new position. Café/Administration Construction Project As reported in Marguerite’s President’s message, the Café/ Administration construction project has gone out to tender and has Board approval if the tender budget is under our $4 million target. If so, we will begin construction on March 1 and expect completion of the project in September. This will be disruptive for our patrons of the Café, but there is a good plan in place to offer a semblance of Café service. The plan includes:
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• A temporary coffee bar in the waiting area, near the sports entrance, also featuring a variety of packaged food and takeout items. • The Sports Lounge will be converted, with more of a caféstyle menu, service and hours of operation. The menu will include the famous Pho Soup and Chef's Pot, as well as a limited version of the salad bar. The menu will also feature other standard café items, as well as a selection of grab-and-go items. • The Lido (pool side food service area) will be open to the inside of the Club, near the Family Locker Room entrance and will feature items such as salads, sandwichesto-go, hot dogs, pop, juice boxes and snack items. There will be a more extensive pool-side menu in the summer months. • The Pub hours will be extended so that it's open for lunch every day. • The Grille Room will feature more of a casual dining menu. • The Administrative offices will be relocated to various locations throughout the Club. Remember that a little inconvenience in the short term will be worth it, when we have our new, bright, fresh, contemporary Café open in the fall. As always, I am happy to hear from you, if you would like to provide any comments and feedback about both of our fine Clubs. Please feel free to contact me directly at glundmark@glencoe.org. A
Greg Lundmark, CCM, CCE Chief Executive Officer
THE GLENCOE CLUB GENERAL MANAGER'S MESSAGE
Care & Memories Hello Everyone,
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hen writing this message, I knew I wanted to talk about memories and caring. That was a topof-mind topic at The Glencoe Club in 2016. The question was: “How do I communicate meaningfully on that topic in a few paragraphs of text?” Some of the themes this message almost took were: A Look Back on 2016, Focus on the Expansion, Review of the Year’s Accomplishments and What to Expect in 2017. Those might have worked, but none felt strong enough to honour the level of care and focus on memories that Glencoe employees have demonstrated this past year. Then it hit me. This article needs to simply say “thank you for caring.” Thank you: • to the entire staff, for dedicating your time, jobs, careers and passions to making sure that members had daily opportunities to create wonderful memories with their family and friends • to the staff, for genuinely caring about the work you do, your fellow employees and the members we serve • to the staff, members and volunteers who put so much time and effort into creating events that built lasting memories for the members who participated in them • to the members and staff, for enduring the construction project and celebrating its conclusion in two Grand Openings (one for the West Expansion and one for the Pool). • finally, a big thank you, to the Glencoe Club’s members and staff, past, present and future, for upholding the dream of the original members. Their dream was to create a place where friends and family could go and be active and healthy, as well as to socialize. They envisioned — and we still enjoy — a place where, every day, there are instances of people caring about each other and the Club, a place where memories are made that will last a lifetime. A
After an exhaustive search across Canada that consisted of us receiving over 100 resumes which was then narrowed down to a final short list of three (after conducting 3 layers of interviews), we found a successful person who really impressed the panel. This individual will be overseeing Food & Beverage for both The Glencoe Club & The Glencoe Golf & Country Club. We are very excited to announce the hiring of our new Food & Beverage Services Manager, Kevin Cucheron. Kevin comes with a very impressive background, He started his career as the Food & Beverage Manager at the Red Deer Golf & Country Club, the Edgemont Racquet Club and the Vernon Golf & Country Club. He then moved further west and became the Clubhouse Manager at Beach Grove Golf Club in Tsawwassen, BC, where he was involved in the construction of a new Clubhouse. He then went on to the Capilano Golf & Country Club in a similar role. Kevin was most recently the General Manager/COO of the Quilchena Golf & Country Club in Richmond, BC, where he oversaw the operations of the Club and ensured high service levels and an exceptional member experience. Kevin is looking forward to using his background to ensure the Food & Beverage services at both Clubs are the best they can be and to creating extraordinary experiences for members and staff. Kevin will be part of both management teams and will spend his initial time making sure the golf club Food & Beverage is ready for the 2017 season and he'll also be heavily involved in the Café renovation set to begin in spring. Kevin is active in the Canadian Society of Club Managers and is a Level 1 International Sommelier. In his spare time, he is a competitive fly fisherman (so I'm sure he'll be out on the Bow River soon)! We're proud to welcome Kevin to The Glencoe team! ~ Jan Bloemraad
Jan Bloemraad General Manager The Glencoe Club GLENCOE LIFE Vol. 2, Issue 1 7
MEMBER SHIP
Membership Cards As the majority of our members consider security a top priority, we ask for your continued cooperation in scanning your personal membership card or fob during each visit to the Club. Please note that Junior members eight to 17 years are not able to charge without their valid membership card. If you need a new membership card or fob, please see the Sports Office staff. Members under eight years of age need to be supervised by an adult while in the Club.
Security Access Barriers Our barriers located at the Sports Entrance and Reception Desk require members eight years of age and older to swipe their personal membership card or fob on top of the right pedestal to enter the glass gates. Members do not need to swipe their membership card or fob when exiting the Reception gates.
Membership Database Please ensure we have your current email, mailing address, birthdate and correct phone numbers in our membership database. Kindly forward any changes to membership@glencoe.org Changes to dependents, spouse or membership status can also be sent to this address. Please include your name and account number.
Questions about your account? In order for us to best respond to your account inquiries, please direct your specific questions to the following staff members: • Membership Leigh Gerard: 403-287-4104 Ann Trussell: 403-287-4132 membership@glencoe.org • Accounts Receivable Suzanne Sourisack: 403-287-4135 Food & Beverage/Retail/Payment Queries • Massage & Sports Connie Dunham: 403-287-4113 cdunham@glencoe.org • Physiotherapy Karin Thompson: 403-287-4179 kthompson@glencoe.org • Fitness Ken Clarke: 403-287-4169 kclarke@glencoe.org
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» New Members • Patrick & Jaqueline Mitchell • Simar Bedi
» In Memory Of • • • • • • • • • • •
Louise Sterling Alastair John Howatt W. G. Hugh Robinson Elizabeth Winton G.E. Lukk John S. Burns Edward W. Jennings Constance C. Hill Robert Smith Doug Fraser J.W. McCarthy
MEMBER SHIP
The Glencoe Club Guest Policies Members 18 years and older have the privilege of introducing Sports or Social Guests with access to these facilities. SPORTS GUEST Venue Access • All Sports Facilities • Showers • Steam Room • Locker Rooms • Massage • Outdoor Pool Deck • Childcare Fees • Junior - Day Pass $10 / Week Pass* $40 • Adult - Day Pass $16 / Week Pass* $64 *Week Passes are intended for out-of-town guests (100 km+ out of Calgary) only. They are valid for seven (7) consecutive days.
PE PLE who need People: PRACTICAL TOOLS AND TECHNIQUES TO ENGAGE AND INSPIRE EMPLOYEES
with Dr. Melanie Peacock In this interactive session, using results from her research using social interdependence theory, Dr. Melanie Peacock will share straight forward and practical tools that can enhance your workplace. Presented by:
Glencoe M E M B E R B U S I N E SS G R O U P Co n n e c t • I n s p i re • E xce l
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 8 11:45 AM - 1 PM | $32
Members register through GameTime 21094. Register by noon on Tuesday, March 7.
Dress Code • Racquet Sports: “All White” dress code. • Shinny: Helmets are required for all players under the age of 18. • Fitness: Clothing with no profanity. SOCIAL GUEST Venue Access • Glen Harvest Café • Grille Room • Sports Lounge/Pub • West Patio • Social Functions Fees No Charge for Club Access. All dining facilities accept Visa, MasterCard, Interac and Cash.
CLUB
Within The Club (CWTC) The Glencoe Club is partnering with members to allow you to create and run your own specialty clubs. This is a great way to meet other members with similar interests, share experiences and create new ones while having fun. For more information, please email the CWTC liaison, Cindy Bonyai at cbonyai@glencoe.org
Dress Code • Grille Room Business casual or dressed-up denim. • West Patio Shoes and cover-up. No swimsuits. JUNIORS All juniors, under 18, wanting to sign in a guest, must have permission from an adult member on their account. For both social or sport activities, a guest fee is required if the adult member is not in the Club with them. GLENCOE LIFE Vol. 2, Issue 1 9
SIGN UP FOR AUTO PAYMENT For your convenience, The Glencoe Club provides an unsecured Wi-Fi connection in the Main Lobby, Skating Lounge, Curling Lounge, Sports Lounge, Glen Harvest Café, Alcove, the Board Room, Ballroom, West Room, Fitness & Physio, Tennis, Squash, Climbing Area and Flex Room West. Wired connections on the same guest line are also available in the Ballroom and West Room.
Tired of writing a cheque or calling in to pay your bill? We can help!
Sign up for Auto Payment from either your personal banking or credit card. To sign up for Auto Payment simply contact Accounts Receivable at glencoear@glencoe.org or 403-287-4135.
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TO CONNECT Using Windows or Apple “wireless network connection” utility, browse for the SSID “wireless, wireless 1 or glencoe guest”. Your PC may warn you that this is not a secured wireless connection. If you agree to the connection terms, continue to connect. If your PC uses proprietary wireless network utilities, please follow the manufacturer’s instructions for “scanning for a new wireless connection.” Shaw Open is now available throughout our Club! Members, Guests and Staff will need to be Shaw customers before they can access this connection. When you browse available Wi-Fi connections, you will see “ShawOpen”. You will need to log in with your Shaw email (minus the @shaw.ca) and your email password. Once connected, Shaw can remember up to ten of your devices so you will not have to repeat the login steps if you choose to have it saved.
TROUBLESHOOTING If you are unable to browse the Internet, first determine if you have a connection to the Wi-Fi Access Points. In Windows there is a wireless icon by the clock. You can click this icon to see the wireless status and to rescan for available SSIDs. On an Apple PC, the wireless icon is located on the top right. Like Windows you can click this icon for wireless status. Please be aware that your PC may also have a switch on it, to turn off the internal wireless network card. Be sure the switch is on. If your PC shows a strong wireless connection but you are still unable to browse the Web, please advise reception, as there may be a problem with the host provider.
MEMBER SHIP
Meet our Duty Manager Team by Tatianna Ducklow and Rob Pollitt, Duty Managers
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ello, we are The Glencoe Club Duty Manager or DM team! We provide a variety of services to our members, guests, employees and management. Our current team is made up of four full and part-time employees whose responsibilities ensure security, service and professionalism across all areas of the Club. Our DM team provides assistance to members who have questions about facility operations, access concerns, general programming, tours, maintenance, security and membership problems, particularly during evening or weekend hours. As Duty Managers we spend a large amount of time supporting frontline staff by greeting members and assisting at both, Reception and the Sports Office. We are also here to help coordinate larger events and to provide “sober second thought” for those who may need it. Our service-based team supports junior members in delivering monthly Junior Tours for those who have just turned eight and are able to begin visiting the Club alone, up to the age of 13. Our new juniors spend an hour with Tatianna, getting to know the various areas of the Club and learning about The Glencoe Club’s values, along with rules and procedures. Our DM team also takes care of member concerns and comment cards submitted. These are tracked, tallied and forwarded to the appropriate supervisor or manager(s) for consideration and follow-up where requested.
We also help support our Maintenance team by assisting with mechanical failures, general maintenance in the building, combating vandalism and tackling unsafe conditions. We provide oversight to contractors who may have work to complete in the facility during evening or night hours. During the times of year when snow and ice can wreak havoc on access, we help clear snow and coordinate with our Maintenance team for removal as soon as we can. We also maintain the majority of the emergency response equipment found within the Club — first aid kits, eye wash stations and AEDs (defibrillators). If there is an emergency, large or small, our DM team lends support to the medical first responders (Fitness) or assumes the role of “Incident Commanders” for evacuations. When incidents occur around the Club, our DM team reports details to our Senior Leadership team. Any follow-up for incidents at the Club will usually come from a DM (unless a specific Supervisor or Manager is more appropriate). We know it sounds pretty glamorous to be a Duty Manager, but the best part about our team is working with the amazing staff and members on a daily basis. Always feel free to drop by our office, located by the Sports Office, or stop and say hi when you see us on our rounds walking through the Club! A
Tatianna Ducklow
Collette White
Victoria Tanner
Rob Pollitt
Tatianna has been with the Glencoe full-time for three years this July, since she moved from Grande Prairie, AB. She is working on her Bachelor of Communication in Journalism major with a double minor in Political Science and Women & Gender Studies at Mount Royal University. You can usually find her out on a road trip adventure or flying to somewhere new.
Collette celebrated her one year full-time with us in December! She graduated recently from Mount Royal University with a Bachelor of Health & Physical Education majoring in Sports Management with a minor in business. Collette loves working with kids and also has a love for snowboarding, health and fitness. She would like to work as an Occupational Therapist.
Victoria might be familiar to members from having been part of the Food & Beverage and Member Services teams. She joined our DM Team part-time this past fall! She is currently enrolled in the Geology program at U of C and will graduate this year. When she isn’t visiting the Club or studying you will always find her in the mountains snowboarding.
Rob took on the role of DM Supervisor almost three years ago after being in the DM role for only a short year prior. He provides support and communication to the rest of our team. Rob has his Honors in Psychology and a Bachelors of Education from St. Thomas University. He enjoys being with his family and often working with his son on the football field.
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MEMBER SHIP
The Glencoe Club is currently affiliated with over 80 clubs worldwide. Our affiliated clubs have varied policies with respect to access to their clubs: signing privileges, guest regulations, etc. Many, but not all, require a letter of introduction signed by Glencoe management. Some affiliated clubs are able to provide accommodation. Some require payment of any charges before departure, while others will bill any charges through your Glencoe account. It is quite important that Glencoe members check with the Club office before departure to avoid any embarrassment. There is an administrative fee equivalent to 3% on all charges that are made at other clubs where there are affiliate charging privileges. Any charges from International affiliated clubs must be paid at the time of service. PLEASE NOTE: You require a letter of introduction before visiting any affiliated club. An up-to-date membership card is required for all affiliated clubs. ccounts must be paid A prior to departure ■ Accommodation ●
For more information, please call Membership: 403-287-4104 or 403-287-4132 Please send your feedback on reciprocal club visits to: membership@glencoe.org A digital brochure with links to the various clubs is available to download from glencoe.org
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AFRICA Cape Town: Kelvin Grove Club Johannesburg: The Wanderers Club
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ARGENTINA Buenos Aires: The Hurlingham Club AUSTRALIA Melbourne: Royal Automobile Club of Victoria Sydney: City Tattersalls Club New South Wales Leagues’ Club BELGIUM Brussels: International Club Château Sainte-Anne (Accommodation at Hotel Astoria)
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AFFILIATED CLUB FEATURE PLANTATION GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
Plantation Golf & Country Club Located in beautiful Venice, Florida, the Club features two championship 18-hole golf courses.
500 Rockley Blvd, Venice, FL 34293, USA p: +1 941-497-1494 e: info@plantationgcc.com www.plantationgcc.com Location Located a few miles from the charming and historic town of Venice on the Gulf of Mexico, the Club is also minutes from spectacular beaches including some of the best in the world. Members of Plantation happily enjoy Club and beach life.
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ounded in 1981, Plantation offers its 1,600 members the golf courses, a double-ended driving range, two putting greens, two practice chipping greens, short game practice areas, expansive golf shop, 13 Har-Tru tennis courts, Junior-Olympic size swimming pool, fitness center and a 25,000-square foot clubhouse. Golf, Tennis and Social members take advantage of many amenities and activities at the Club and enjoy a busy year-round schedule of festive events including couple’s mixers, holiday tournaments and dinners as well as Sunday Brunches. The Bobcat course, known for its rolling fairways and well-conditioned greens, flows naturally from hole to hole. Designed by Ron Garl, an awardwinning architect, it has received numerous top 50 national rankings over the years. It’s a true gem and beloved by the members. The Panther course was designed to complement the Bobcat design with a different look and presentation to players. The course offers more doglegs and some course knowledge is quite helpful. Renovated by renowned course designer Stephen Key in 1999, the greens were enlarged and made more undulating. His changes offered more dramatic bunkering and TifEagle Bermuda grass was installed to ensure a more durable surface and quicker putting surfaces. Plantation, with its 36 holes of championship golf, is one of the few private member-owned clubs in Venice. It has been home to the LPGA Qualifying Tournament since 1988 and is where greats Annika Sorenstam, Se-Ri Pak and Michelle McGann first qualified. To arrange for your letter of introduction, simply contact reception@glencoe.org. Be sure to include your member number and your exact dates of visit. A GLENCOE LIFE Vol. 2, Issue 1 13
Master of Service
A Night at the Movies
Sunny Manthoulath from Sports Office
2016 Glencoe Employee Awards by Monika Zwilling, HR Coordinator
On January 17, 2017, over 150 Glenconians and their guests gathered to celebrate our 2016 achievements. This year’s theme was A Night at the Movies, complete with movie-style décor, a popcorn machine (featuring the aroma of fresh popcorn) and a movie-themed presentation. The night started with socializing, great food and drinks. It offered employees a chance to chat with each other outside of normal working hours and to meet each other’s guest family member or friend. The first awards given out at all our Employee Awards nights are for Long-term Service employees. These began with five-year awards and then proceeded in five-year increments (10-year, 15-year, 20-year, etc.) up to 30 years of tenure at the Club. This year, 31 awards were given in this category. During the five-year awards, clips were projected from movies that came out five years ago. The 25-year awards had movies that came out 25 years ago and so on. It was fun (and aging for some of us) to remember that Jerry McGuire came out in 1996 — 20 years ago when five of our current employees had just started with us — and some of our current employees weren’t even born yet. After celebrating a combined 395 years of service from our long-term service winners, we congratulated our Service Award recipients. These awards are based on peer nominations that are then vetted by the Senior Leadership Team. Service Award recipients must have shown at least two outstanding service examples in the last year. This year, 17 Service Awards were given out, a great testament to how amazing our employees are!
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The next award is the Award of Excellence, given to those who have already received a Service Award or even a previous Award of Excellence. Twelve awards were given to very deserving employees who have gone above and beyond for their teams and for our members. Our “surprise” awards are possibly the most awaited awards for the night. These recipients don’t know they’re getting an award, so it’s great to see the looks on their faces when their names are announced. We started with our Safety Award, which went to Scott Masters from our Kitchen for continuously making sure our staff and members are provided with safe food and safe environments. Next, we had our new award, the Rookie of the Year. This award went to Eric Skilling, our Digital Communications Specialist. Our members can see his amazing work on our brand new website. Our Master of Service is our most coveted award. It’s given to an employee who has been here at least five years and has truly “mastered” Club service.This year it went to the “face” of The Glencoe Club, Sunny Manthoulath from the Sports Office. Finally, we have our Team of the Year. This year, our Curling department received this prestigious award for its success with numerous curling championships and for the ice team continually ensuring we have the best ice. We’re lucky to have such an amazing team. This is demonstrated by our collective tenure, our number of award recipients and the support we show to each other and to members. Thanks to everyone who attended, to Board Members for presenting and to our Food & Beverage team for serving us. A
Jan Bloemraad, Jana-Lyn Fairbairn, Jack Phouthavong (15 years), Sunny Manthoulath (Master of Service) and Aaron Marion-Dron
Lorraine Ross (five years), Karin Thompson, Jennifer Lavery (20 years), Laurie Pow (30 years) and Jane Holbrook
Ken Clarke, Shyann Lockhart (five years), Jane Ross , Kurt Whitney, Caitlin Jones (five years), David Christmas and Jessica Power Cyr
Mark Jaworski, William Douglas, Matthew McCue, Radu Carabelea (15 years) and Paul Webster (Team of the Year)
Mandy Martin congratulating Connie Dunham (25 years)
Suzanne Sourisack with mom Kim Sourisack (30 years)
Eric Skilling (Rookie of the Year) with his wife Rachelle
Derwin Parker, Ron Newman and Scott Masters (Safety Award)
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The Legacy Project Get to know some lifelong Glencoe members ... as they share their memories and love of the Club.
Watch the full video interview with Chris Davis (part of the Legacy Project video series) online at glencoe.org
Meet Chris Davis A municipal lawyer by profession, Chris Davis is equally well-known as a current Glencoe Club Board Member, a role he took on initially in 2011. He was recently Chair of the Facilities and Land Committee (expansion project 2012-2015) and a Sports Committee member. When he’s not fulfilling his Board Member obligations, Chris enjoys squash, tennis and curling. In the past at the Club, Chris has been involved in swimming, triathlon, 24-hour relay, badminton, bowling and skating. He was on staff at the Club as a lifeguard during 1975-76 and worked here as a bartender from 1977 to 1979.
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Q. Please state your name and how long have you been a member of The Glencoe Club? My name is Chris Davis. Legally it’s Christopher Scott Davis. The Scott is somewhat relevant because my mom is Sheila Scott. Her picture is on the wall in the ice follies of 1931. She’s one of the kids who’s wearing a bunny costume! My brother and I were born in Northern Ireland. My mom’s Calgarian and my dad’s English. They met in the Navy in Halifax. We ended up living in Ireland and England for a number of years. I became a member in 1958 at the age of two when we moved back to Canada. The Club started in 1931 and my grandfather, Colonel Fred Scott, was one of the founding members and so (our family has) had the benefit of having belonged to the Club almost since its inception.
Q. What sports and services have you participated in over the years while you’ve been a member? I remember being here for swimming programs probably when I was six, seven years of age … We were quite active in the summers in the Canadian Red Cross swimming programs. I (also) particularly remember doing figure skating at the age of nine … (and) I was one the kids that was involved in the Glencoe’s initial water polo program which we had from about 1973 to the late 70s. Q. What would you say would be your favourite memory from your early times at The Glencoe Club? I spent a lot of time here in the early 70s and as a teenager. One of the great things about the Glencoe was you had a chance, as a young child, to get to know
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Chris Davis' Glencoe membership cards from 1971, 1975 and 1982
people beyond (the) limited world of the children you knew from school or church. I was in the public system. I got to meet lots of people at the Glencoe who were in the separate system … and they’re people I know to this day! It was a wonderful mixing place to meet people of other backgrounds and experience. Q. Do you have memories of any really funny times? We used to have a ping pong table in (the teen room) and a jukebox and it was a real hangout for the 12 to 15-years-olds. We got bored of ping pong so we used to play a game in there called blow ball. We would get down on our knees and three or four of us on a side would sit there and proceed to direct the ping pong ball around the table without a net to earn points or some form of victory. Just another experience and recollection from fun times at the Glencoe! Q. Did you ever get into any big shenanigans? Back in the early 70s it seemed to be pretty cold and the roads were covered with compacted snow and ice and it was a very popular pastime on 29th Avenue to go bumpering which would mean we’d slip in behind vehicles (that) had actual bumpers — chrome bumpers — and with the ice fog coming out of the exhaust you could easily jump in undetected and get a pretty good ride most of the way down 29th Avenue. The best cars, of course, were the Volkswagen Beetles because they had a really nice smooth bumper, especially after 1969, and that was one of our winter pastimes at the Glencoe — never formally condoned by Club management!
Q. What would be your worst or one of the saddest memories at the Glencoe? We’ve had some recent losses in the last five years of young children of members. We’ve had probably our worst parking problems in the community around the Glencoe arising from these events because, frankly, when young members pass away so early and haven’t had a chance to experience life, it really draws in our community. I’m very pleased … the Glencoe has been able to offer to its membership these opportunities to gather as a community and reflect on the lives of some of these folks … It’s sad, on the one hand, to lose Club members — again particularly young ones — but happy in the sense that we’re able to come together at the Glencoe and share those experiences in a very welcoming environment. Q. How has the Glencoe Club made a difference in your life? The Glencoe has been my albatross. The Glencoe has always been a factor in my decision on where to live. Other than a three-year experience out in Valley Ridge on the west side, I’ve always lived within a couple of miles from the Glencoe because I wanted to take advantage of being able to be here … the Glencoe has made my lifestyle in Calgary better, taking advantage of the Club’s programs, activities and leagues and socially, too, it’s been a lot of fun over the years. A
Circa 1969 Teen Room on main floor
1970 Swimming Club Champions: Back L-R: Brent Foster, Ron Wigham, Danny Meyer, Chris Davis, Leslie Ferguson; Middle: Alan Clark, Jane Noakes, Pat Wigham; Front: Sheila Thorne, Fredda Kenny, Elizabeth Acteson, Keith Herron, Sandy Stewart
1985 Glencoe Club entrance
We’re looking to interview other Glencoe Club members who have lifelong experiences they’d like to share with us on video (with highlights in Glencoe Life). If that’s you — or someone else you know at the Club — please email create@glencoe.org GLENCOE LIFE Vol. 2, Issue 1 17
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Sip, Sample, Savour‌ Wine, in moderation, is good for your health. by Marc Badorek
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t the end of the day or at a social lunch, a glass of red wine can do you good. It has many health benefits and, of course, is consumed to celebrate, to complement a meal or just to enjoy on its own. The Sports Lounge, Pub and Grille Room have eight different red wines to choose from including the monthly Wine Focus. This gives us a wide variety to sample. A glass of sparkling wine is also a great way to celebrate a special occasion or to enjoy with brunch. As with red wine, Champagne contains high levels of polyphenols (antioxidants found abundantly in red and less so in white), that can lower blood pressure and prevent heart problems.1 Even though Champagne appears to be white it is made from dark red grapes (Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier) blended with a white grape (Chardonnay). Combining certain wines with certain foods is called pairing. When it's done well, everything on your plate, and in your glass, tastes better! For example, when red wine is paired with red meat, the taste of both is elevated.
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Wine pairing is good from a health perspective, too. Protein in red meat, for example, softens a red wine’s tannins while the wine counteracts potentially harmful substances such as oxidized fats (released when meat is digested).2 More good news. Red wine can also slow brain decline. Brain function drops at a markedly faster rate in non-drinkers than in moderate drinkers.3 The polyphenols in red wine help remove protein plaques that can accumulate in the brain.4 Red wine tannins contain procyanidins, which protect against heart disease and lower the risk of stroke. Wines from southwestern France and Sardinia contain some of the highest levels of procyanidin. The possibility of suffering a blood clot-related stroke drops by about 50 percent in people who consume moderate amounts of alcohol.5 That's the key. Moderation. Drinking one to two five-ounce glasses of wine a day can promote these health benefits. Here's to your health! A
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1oz Johnnie Walker Black 1.5oz Orange Juice 1 Lemon Wedge Shake and strain into martini glass. 0.5oz Cherry Herring topped (will settle in bottom) Garnish with a cherry.
we celebrated our Annual Robbie Burns Day with Scotch (featuring Talisker 25 Year, Oban 14 Year and Johnny Walker Gold Label) and chocoate tasting (by Cococo Chocolatiers) in the Curling Lounge.
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Robert Hendry with guests
Sean Hann with guests
Fiona Law
Aoife Donnelly and Andreas Bonaventura Meghan Armstrong and Jacquelyn Perron
Nuntawan preparing cocktails
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After School Club
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Climb, Dine & Play
March 1, 8, 10 & 15 Age: 6 - 8
Saturday, March 4 9 am - 3:30 pm Age: 12 & Up
Friday, March 10 5:30 - 8:30 pm / Age: 7 - 9
An hour and a half of stimulating activities, games, puzzles crafts are sure to keep your child entertained. A small, nutritious snack will be provided. Each session will be based on a different theme!
Mixed Doubles Tennis Club Championships March 2 - 5
Bowling Evening League Wrap-up Dinners March 6 - 9
Hot & Cold Friday, March 3 6:30 - 8:30 pm / Age: 7 - 9 Children can get their temperatures going as they work up a sweat playing active games and cooling down after at the ice cream bar where they will build their own sundaes then enjoy the fruits of their labor!
Dragons & How to Train One Saturday, March 4 2:30 - 4:30 pm / Age: 3 - 5 Children will be taken back in time where their imagination will soar as they transform into knights, kings and princesses. From there, they will receive training on how to train their own, personal dragon.
Yamuna Body Rolling March 4 & 11 This technique will give you the knowledge to release muscle tension, increase circulation and improve mobility in a wide range of joints.
Grab a friend or family member and head to the mountains for a day of introductory ice climbing. Basic site safety and environmental stewardship topics are introduced in addition to equipment use and basic ice climbing techniques. This class can also be arranged as a private or semi-private lesson. All technical climbing equipment is included in the registration fee.
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Children can experience the thrill of climbing followed by a kids’style dinner and finishing with fun and games in the studio while the parents have a quiet dinner, work out in Fitness, get a massage or play a game of tennis.
Wibit Days March 10 & 26/ Age: 7 & Up Join us for some aquatic adventure as you climb, jump and splash your way through the Wibit obstacle course.
March 13 - 16/ Week 1 March 20 - 23/ Week 2
Intro to Top Rope Climbing March 6, 13 & 17 Develop the skills required to top rope climb independently during drop-in climbing times. This two hour introductory course covers equipment use, etiquette and basic movement techniques. This class can also be arranged as a private or semi-private lesson.
Adult Badminton Club Championships March 7, 9 & 14 / Singles
Wine Festival Friday, March 10, 6 - 9 pm Save the date for this very popular event – your chance to sample some excellent wines. Chef Dean Kanuit and the culinary team will provide an extraordinary market-style dining experience!
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Mermaids Under the Sea Saturday, March 11 2:30 - 4:30 pm / Age: 3 - 5 Join Ariel as we explore life as a mermaid and life under the sea. Children will discover that the world down under is much different. Don’t be surprised if your child comes home with some seashells from our ocean adventure.
Spring Registration Sunday, March 12, 8 am Youth & Teen/Climbing
Monday, March 13, 8 am Aquatics/Badminton/Curling
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Ocean Life Pastel Workshop Tuesday, March 14 6 - 8 pm / Age: 7 - 10
Squash Club Championships March 20 - 24
Children will draw colourful clownfish in their natural habitat.
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Pro-d Daycamp
Friday, March 17 6:30 - 8:45 pm / Age: 6 - 9
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Enjoy a dinner of pizza and then go into the outdoor pool for a refreshing dip and slide! There will be no shortage of fun on this Friday night!
Cross Training for Climbers
Glencoe Spring Break Camp
Cross training is a great means of increasing climbing specific strength while also decreasing the likelihood of climbing related injuries. This 1.5-hour workshop explores a variety of bodyweight and lightly weighted exercises that improve stabilizer and antagonist muscles groups.
Lapham-Grant Squash Matches
March 27 - 31 9 am - 4 pm / Age: 6 - 9 Active games, cool crafts, climbing, Mad Science session, a trip to Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame, swimming, bowling and other awesome activities that will surprise and entertain your kids! Lunch is included.
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Rock & Roll Friday, March 31, 7 pm 10-Pin Bowling Game First 4-End Curling Game Second Social to follow in the Curling Lounge.
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Bowling 10-Pin Spring League
Icebreaker 10K Roadrace
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C’mon out and try a little 10-Pin Bowling! It’s the perfect way to span that shoulder season before golf starts up. If you’re new to the sport, we’ll provide lessons and pointers to help you get a running start as well. Three person teams and three games per night for six weeks. Contact the Bowling Centre with any inquiries or to register your team.
575 participants will be progressing through the neighbourhood for this 29th annual running event. Runners and volunteers enjoy a fabulous brunch during prize presentations.
Wibit Days
Develop the skills required to top rope climb independently during drop-in climbing times. This two hour introductory course covers equipment use, etiquette and basic movement techniques. This class can also be arranged as a private or semi-private lesson.
April 7 & 23 Join us for some aquatic adventure as you climb, jump and splash your way through the Wibit obstacle course.
Easter Party for Kids Saturday, April 8 2:30-4:30 pm/Age: 3 - 5 There is excitement in the air with the anticipation of the arrival of the Easter Bunny. To capture and build on that excitement, we will prepare for his arrival by decorating Easter eggs, playing Hippity Hoppity games and even eat a carrot or two.
Intro to Top Rope Climbing Monday, April 10 & 24
Yamuna® Body Rolling Workshop Saturday, April 15 2:30 – 4 pm Save your shoulders with Yamuna® Body Rolling, a system that gives you the ability to 'work on yourself' anytime, anywhere, forever. This technique will give you the knowledge to release muscle tension, increase circulation and improve mobility in a wide range of joints.
Easter Brunch & Dinner Buffet
Easter Party for Youth Sunday, April 9, 1 - 4 pm Age: 6 - 8
GGCC Easter Brunch Sunday, April 16 Join us for a fun-filled egg hunt, annual petting zoo and a visit from the Easter bunny at The Glencoe Golf & Country Club. For more info call: 403-270-7381.
Junior Badminton Club Championship April 18 - 23
Men’s Doubles & Ladies Singles Tennis Club Championships April 20 – 23 Free for league players and $20 for non league players. Register in GameTime.
Youth Bowling & Swim Night Friday, April 21 6:30-8:45 pm/Age: 7 - 9 Children can have a fun night of bowling followed by fun and games in the pool while the parents have a quiet dinner, work out in Fitness, get a massage, or play a game of tennis.
Badminton Wind-up April 23 / Junior April 24 / Men's April 25 / Ladies Daytime April 26 / Ladies Evening
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Join us for Easter Brunch or Dinner at the Grille Room. Reservations: 403-243-2506 (For more info, see page 57).
Saturday, April 22 2:30 - 4:30 pm/Age: 3 - 5
Even older kids get excited about Easter. From Easter egg hunts to decorating Easter eggs, kids will enjoy physical activities, an art project and an Easter snack which they will help create. Register in GameTime or see Sports Brochure for more info .
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Olaf is the famous snowman from the movie Frozen. His humorous nature and the fact that he is usually blissfully unaware allows children to fall in love with him. To honour this snowman, we will play wintry games, create a “cold” craft and eat snacks that Olaf would love.
Earth Day Saturday, April 22 Make Earth Day Every Day and reduce your carbon footprint.
Squash Doubles Club Championships April 24 – 28 See the squash department for more information.
Administration Assistants' Day Thursday, April 27 To honour your special person, treat him or her to a fabulous lunch in our Grille Room.
Youth Climb & Swim Night Friday, April 28 6:30-8:45 pm/Age: 7 - 9 Children can have a fun night of climbing followed by fun and games in the pool while the parents have a quiet dinner, work out in Fitness, get a massage, or play a game of tennis.
Mini Dine & Draw Friday, April 28 5:45 - 7:30 pm/Age: 5 - 7 Need a night out? Let your children join Young Rembrandts for an evening of a kid’s-style dinner followed by an exciting art lesson of cartoon inspired worms in deliciously colored fruit.
More Than Goals... for Kids Sunday, April 30 10am – 12 pm/Age: 4 - 9 A workshop focused on the mindset that’s needed to become a life-long goal setter. Your child will learn what a Growth Mindset is, the importance of Positive Self-Talk and the difference between Real Fear and False Fear. Using image cards and drawing, we will talk about the actions, thoughts and habits that create a life of health, happiness and balance.
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A workshop focused on the mindset that’s needed to become a life-long goal setter. Your child will learn what a Growth Mindset is, the importance of Positive Self-Talk and the difference between Real Fear and False Fear. Through a series of reflection questions, group work and time for personal writing, we will talk about the actions, thoughts and habits that create a life of health, happiness and balance.
Gators Club Championships: April 29
Gators Club Championships Saturday, April 29 Open to all members who have passed the swim test – come and join this fun competition. Registration forms are available at the Sports Desk. Contact Randi Willisko at 403-287-4154 or gators@glencoe.org for more information.
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Gators Awards Night
Values & Vision
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Glencoe Junior Tennis Challenger May 2 - 5
Wibit Days May 5 & 21 Join us for some aquatic adventure as you climb, jump and splash your way through the Wibit obstacle course.
Cinco de Mayo Thursday, May 5 Cinco de Mayo is a celebration of Mexican culture, heritage and traditions including parades, mariachi music performances and street festivals. Celebrate with us all night with food and drink specials in the Pub.
Dine & Draw Friday, May 5, 5:45 - 8 pm/Age: 7 - 10 Let your children join Young Rembrandts for an evening of a kid’s-style dinner followed by an exciting art lesson.
Mystical Creatures
If you don’t know what you stand for or what you are working towards, any path can get you there. With a strong connection to your Core Values and a deep understanding of desire, motivation, fear and passion, your life becomes a creation where anything is possible. Come learn how to build the most important relationship you’ll ever encounter, you between you.
Mother’s Day Gift Giving Sunday, May 7, 1 - 4 pm Age: 3 - 5 Amongst games and a snack, children will create something special for Mom, grandma, or that someone special for Mother’s Day.
Summer Registration Sunday, May 7, 8 am Youth & Teen/Climbing
Monday, May 8, 8 am Aquatics/Badminton/Curling
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Mom & Me Spa Night
We will explore some of mystical creatures such as unicorns, dragons, mermaids and gnomes. We will discover our own mystical abilities and display it through a work of art. Yummy snack will be provided.
Friday, May 12, 1 - 4 pm 6:15 - 8 pm/Age: 6 - 10 What better way to celebrate Mother’s day than with a little pampering! Come and enjoy a night of facials and manicures for both moms and daughters.
Gala Demo Day at GGCC
Family Tennis Day
Sunday, May 7 Vendors’ sales representatives along with our golf Professional team will assist you with all of your club purchasing needs. Enjoy a complimentary BBQ at the Practice Facility.
Saturday, May 13 Free fun games and drills with snacks and prizes for the whole family.
Register in GameTime or see Sports Brochure for more info .
Golf events.
Yamuna® Body Rolling Workshop May 13 & 27 Save your body with Yamuna® Body Rolling, a system that gives you the ability to 'work on yourself' anytime, anywhere, forever. This technique will give you the knowledge to release muscle tension, increase circulation and improve mobility in a wide range of joints.
Peanuts Saturday, May 13 2:30 - 4:30 pm/Age: 3 - 5 Charles Schulz has delighted children and adults alike with his funny and relatable characters. Children will enjoy games just like that of Peppermint Patty. We will create crafts that Sally Brown would approve of and enjoy each other’s company like Charlie Brown and Snoopy!
The Well-mannered Communicator Saturday, May 13 10 am - Noon /Age: 12 - 14 This two-hour workshop will teach the participants how to be more confident using the different media available to communicate effectively. The concept of creating a positive digital “footprint” is stressed.
The First Seven Seconds Saturday, May 13 1 - 3 pm/Age: 15 - 18 Seven seconds is not a lot of time to make a solid and effective first impression. In this two-hour workshop, Maria Doll will break down the components to seven main concepts that are necessary to make every first impression memorable for the right reason.
Yoga Arm Balances Saturday, May 13 1 - 2:30 pm Learn how to properly get in and out of postures like Crow, Side Crow, Flying Pigeon, Firefly, Eight Angle and Peacock. This workshop will focus on strength and mobility exercises that help arm balances become more successful.
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May Long Rock Review Skaha (Penticton) May 20 - 22 Spend three days expanding your outdoor climbing skills and knowledge while ascending some of the classic single and multipitch rock routes in and around Penticton, BC.
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Sunday, May 14
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Reservations required via Reception: 403-243-2506.
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Intro to Top Rope Climbing Monday, May 15 & 29 Develop the skills required to top rope climb independently during drop-in climbing times. This two hour introductory course covers equipment use, etiquette and basic movement techniques. This class can also be arranged as a private or semi-private lesson.
Tennis Cardio Doubles Friday, May 19 Cardio Doubles on 4 courts.
Tennis Theme Social Friday, May 19
Eat, Play, Fun Friday, May 19 6:30 - 8:30 pm/Age: 7 - 9 Children can have a fun night with a kid’s-style dinner followed by active games in the studio while the parents have a quiet dinner, work out in Fitness, get a massage, or play a game of tennis.
Sunday Club hours. No programs/leagues or lessons.
Tween Pizza & Plunge Night Friday, May 26 6:30 - 8:45 pm/Age: 10 - 13 Enjoy a dinner of pizza and then go into the outdoor pool for a refreshing dip and slide! There will be no shortage of fun on this Friday night!
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David Pearson Junior Performance Camp May 26 - 28 See the Squash department for more information.
Paw Patrol Saturday, May 27 2:30 - 4:30 pm/Age: 3 - 5 Paw Patrol is a group of six heroic dogs led by a boy named Ryder who work together to protect the community. Whether we are like fire dog Marshall, or police pup Chase we will learn to save the day and have fun while we are doing it. The kids will be up for a challenge while making sure there’s time for a game or a laugh.
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Recent Athletic Achievements by Chris Jennings, Athletic Manager
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With competition season well underway, the Gators have been busy in the pool and a few Glencoe records have been broken:
Tournament season has seen numerous Glencoe squash athletes traveling to compete at other clubs. Tournaments include Black Knight Junior Grand Prix, Calgary Open, World Health Club Junior Open, Canadian Junior Open and USA Junior Open.
• Jonah Dahlin broke a Glencoe Club record in the 100M Breaststroke — the previous record was set in 1998. • Rakiya Johnson broke a Glencoe Club record in the 100M Breaststroke (set 1999) and 200M Breaststroke (set 2004). Also, Glencoe member Maggie Phelps was selected to represent Team Alberta for the Emerge Alberta Tour. Selections were made from Canadian Age Group Championships using each swimmer’s best individual Swim Alberta Select Points score.
SKATING During the winter season our Skating Professionals were busy accompanying Junior skaters from The Glencoe Club to competitions in Cranbrook and Edmonton. Glencoe member Drew Wolfe (with partner Camille Ruest) have been chosen to represent Canada on the ISU Grand Prix circuit in pairs. They represented Canada at the Cup of Russia last November, placing sixth.
BOWLING The Glencoe Bowling Centre hosted our annual Interclub event with the Women’s 5-pin Leagues from both Clubs coming together for an exciting event with good food, great fun and friendly competition.
CURLING Recently, The Glencoe teamed up with the CYCA (Calgary Youth Curling Association) to participate in the Sunday League that brings Calgary’s and surrounding areas Youth curlers together on a weekly basis to compete against one another.
TENNIS Another busy competitive season is underway in the Tennis department as the coaches try to get back on course with some of our younger athletes. There are too many tournaments to list here, but a notable feature is we had a couple of Juniors compete internationally in Florida in December.
BADMINTON Our Badminton team has been busy accompanying numerous athletes to tournaments all over the province. Glencoe members represented the Club at Alberta Junior Elite, Derrick and Royal Glenora Junior Open, Prairie Junior Elite, Yonex Alberta Series, Leith Wheeler Open Racketlon and The Edison Junior Open. A For more information about photos in this article, visit www.glencoe.org and click on Member News.
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Respect in Sport Programs for all Glencoe Club members & employees. by Chris Jennings
Chris Jennings Athletic Manager 403-287-4112 cjennings@glencoe.org
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s part of our quest to be the premier private sports and social club in Canada, we're committed to providing a respectful environment for all members and employees. To achieve this goal, our sport leaders are certified via the Respect in Sport for Activity Leaders program. In addition, every employee of The Glencoe Club must be certified through the Respect in the Workplace program. With the encouragement of our Board of Directors, we’ve established access for Glencoe Club members to the Respect in Sport for Parents online program. It’s the same program many other sports organizations use, including Hockey Canada and Gymnastics Canada.
We believe Respect in Sport for Parents will get parents on board with us in terms of enhancing athletes’ experience in sport. Parents who complete the training will be able to help provide a safe, fun and respectful environment that delivers a rewarding experience for everyone involved. A
The Respect in Sport for Parents online course includes numerous program elements that help create a positive experience for athletes in sport and at home. Please check it out here: glencoeparent.respectgroupinc.com
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Squash Players Can Improve with Age… Through Training!
David Duncalf Head Squash Professional 403-287-4181 dduncalf@glencoe.org
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eterans’ sport is one of the fastestdeveloping participation categories worldwide. “Masters” competition is taking off in a wide range of sports, squash included. There’s a thriving series of age-graded singles and doubles squash events for players in different age categories from over 35 to over 80 years of age. With all this new Masters competition, there’s some agreement that the standard of athletic performance in older athletes is on the rise, because of training. Of course, aging bodies are less tolerant of the stresses and strains of high level sport and training. There’s no escaping the fact that an age-related decline in performance occurs in most individuals around the mid-30s, with a decline in endurance for most older athletes. The American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) has produced a list of the most widespread examples of aging
that typically take place from the mid-30s onwards. Some significant to the squash player and on-court performance include: • Maximum heart rate declines (by approximately 0.7 bpm per year) • V02 max drops by approximately nine percent per decade (a highly significant factor in endurance) • Muscle strength and power decline (after age 40; lower body affected more than upper) • Body fat levels increase (from around age 30, with decline again after age 70) • Volume of blood pumped with each beat of the heart decreases • Body becomes slower to adjust oxygen uptake in response to activity so warming up properly is key • Reaction speed slows down • Capacity to store water reduces and thirst sensation weakens (increased risk of dehydration)
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If you want to compete as a Masters squash player, look at how close you are to your “athletic ceiling.” While the physical deterioration outlined by the ACSM is inevitable, if you commit to a structured physical training program — one that properly addresses your strengths and weaknesses — you can get yourself into great shape, closer to your ceiling than your opponents. In fact, you can train to be in better condition than you were ten years earlier (if at that time you weren’t as serious about your health). You’ll strengthen your body, protect yourself from unnecessary injury and allow yourself to fully enjoy all the health and social benefits of squash. A
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Glencoe Outdoor Classic Bonspiel a Success! by Paul Webster, Curling Director
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aturday, January 14, 2017 provided a number of Glencoe Club members a day they will never forget! With unbelievable weather, they were treated to their first-ever (second Annual) Glencoe Outdoor Classic bonspiel held at The Glencoe Golf & Country Club. There were over 40 members in attendance, either playing or cheering, two sheets of natural ice made on the Bridges #9 pond and a catered meal and drinks to help sustain everyone throughout the day. A huge thank you goes out to Brock Coates (Sr. Assistant Superintendent at Golf ) who is a certified curling ice technician. Brock took responsibility for getting the two sheets of ice up-and-running and, without him, this event would not have been possible. Thank you goes out as well to the other employees who assisted: Dave Gyrluk, Carmen Henry, Joel Raferty,
Dan Bessette, Brian Thomas, Chris Paterson and Tyler Manogue. The event was a great example of cooperation between the two Clubs to help create an unbelievable experience that will be remembered for years. Eight teams played in two pools, one mixed and one men’s. The top two teams in each pool moved on to the semi-final crossover games. The final featured one mixed team (Tricia Gray, Taylor Gray, Anne Gregg and Brian Gregg) competing against a men’s team (Frank Bailey, Fred Edwards and Paul Webster). The boys narrowly escaped with a victory! Another big thank you to Village Brewery in helping provide some warming Village Wit for the group. It was very much appreciated. Stay tuned for news of our 2018 Outdoor Classic — it will be even bigger and better! A
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"The most important thing in curling is that you have to learn to yell, mostly at the sweepers, because you're not allowed to swear." ~ Joan McCusker, Team Canada's second 1998 Olympic gold medallist Curling at Banff, 1906
History of Curling Curling is played by two teams of four players on a rectangular sheet of ice. Its nickname, “The Roaring Game,” comes from the rumbling sound made by the 44 pound (19.96 kg) granite stones as they travel across the ice. The game is believed to have originated in the 16th century in Scotland. It was played during winter on frozen ponds and lochs. The earliestknown curling stones came from the Scottish regions of Stirling and Perth and date from 1511. In the 1600s, stones with handles were introduced. The first curling clubs appeared in Scotland. The Grand Caledonian Curling Club, formed in 1838, wrote the first official rules of the sport. Four years later, Queen Victoria visited Scone Palace (near Perth) and watched a demonstration of curling, on the ballroom floor, by the Earl of Mansfield. The Queen was so fascinated by the game that in 1843 she gave permission for the Club’s name to be changed to the Royal Caledonian Curling Club (RCCC) — as it is still known today. The key 20th-century developments in the sport have been the standardization of the stone, the development of the slide delivery, and the use of indoor, refrigerated ice facilities. The photos to the right capture moments from our own curling history here at The Glencoe Club, where the sport has always been an important part of the Club experience. Local talent and the best ice in the city have combined for years to help Glencoe curling teams win championships in Calgary and internationally. A
1960: Glencoe Bonspiel in Vancouver: Ethel Morton, Kay Pearpoint, Nellie Moore and Marg Herron
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Group of people curling on a lake in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, ca. 1897
1947: Glencoe artificial ice: Ed Gooder throwing first rock, Stu Aiken behind him
1959, Opening of Association Bonspiel, Archie Wilson (mayor of Calgary) throwing first rock, Ken Anderson (left)
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TRAVERSING THE FRENCH & SWISS ALPS VIA THE HAUTE ROUTE by Derek Wilding, Climbing Director
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The Glencoe Club is on its way to the Alps this summer! The Haute Route or “high route” is a stunning mountain trek from Chamonix, France to Zermatt, Switzerland that traverses below many of the highest peaks in the Alps, including Mont Blanc and the Matterhorn. Our group will be there in July (and we’ll have coverage of the trek in the fall issue of Glencoe Life).
Mont Blanc reflected in Lac Blanc, Mont Blanc Massif, France
Geoff Osler, an International Federation of Mountain Guides Associations (IMFGA) mountain guide and Glencoe member, will be leading the trek from July 1-8, 2017 and will also be offering a guided ascent of Mont Blanc from July 10-12, 2017 for those interested in summiting the highest peak in the Alps afterwards. Most days will involve pleasant trekking for five to seven hours, with a light day pack containing only personal clothing and food for the day, followed by home-style meals and, of course, local wines. For those completing an ascent of Mont Blanc, the accommodation will be slightly more rustic but will still include comfortable, high, mountain hut-based lodging with prepared meals. The trek is now closed for registration. Space was extremely limited (to adhere to guide-to-client ratios and to limit the impact of our trek on the environment). Costs were $3,500 per person based on double occupancy and transfers from Geneva, with guiding set at a maximum ratio of 1:6, accommodations from July 1 to 8 and breakfasts and suppers. Prepared lunches are available to purchase each day at breakfast. Those interested in adding an ascent of Mont Blanc to their itinerary, will be adding an additional fee of $2,000 per person. This will cover Stunning panorama with guiding at a 1:2 ratio, mountain hut Matterhorn and beautiful accommodation from July 10 to 12, alpine lake, Stellisee, Valais region, Switzerland. lift use fees and breakfasts and suppers, with lunches again available for purchase each morning. Despite the high alpine nature of the region, the trail follows the lush flower-laden valleys for much of its length and affords quick access to the many small hamlets along the route. Passing through both the French and the Swiss Alps, the trek typically takes eight or nine days to complete. Trekkers are afforded amazing views daily and treated to the hospitality and convenience of comfortably appointed accommodations each evening. A GLENCOE LIFE Vol. 2, Issue 1 35
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Climbing ... Beyond the Walls
As warmer weather dulls the sting of winter winds, climbers itch to take on real rock. Climbing beyond gym walls in the great outdoors, there’s a feeling of freedom that words cannot describe. by Lindsay M. Kulyk, CSEP-CPT, AMGA-CWI Climbing Instructor
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limbing outdoors around here brings many elements that cannot be found in a gym environment. Bright-coloured plastic, pumping loud music and padded floors are left behind. Instead, climbers chase wild exposures, seemingly never-ending routes, breathtaking views and the fresh, crisp air of the Rocky Mountains. For many experienced climbers, it’s about continuing a lifelong pursuit of “pushing it” and breaking through boundaries that burden them. If you’re a less-than-experienced climber, or if you’ve never climbed before, looking up at the heights of an outdoor climb could bring nausea and stress. Do it. Break through your walls, by beginning your climbing adventures on one of nature’s walls! Most Glencoe Club members live on the edge of the Canadian Rocky Mountains. Some live in the Rockies. These mountains are perfectly situated for weekend adventures. Reconnect with nature. If you’re feeling like there’s almost too much going on in life, take the time to climb. The connection with nature while climbing outdoors is a deep one. To move your body up a vast wall of rock, your fingers “do the walk” across stone and wet moss in search of grips and holds, your feet seeking edges and pockets. All the while, your mind fights fear and panic to find the poise and control you must absolutely maintain to “top out.” What a sense of accomplishment that rushes through our senses as we summit! Far below us now, entire mountain ranges and forested slopes seem small. Outdoor climbing is a way to escape from it all. Who needs a month-long tropical vacation! Each time I’m climbing, I picture problems in a pile at the base of the wall. No matter how high the pile, I work my way far, far above it where I feel truly free. Climbing in nature also builds trust, a lifelong process that ebbs and flows. As humans we need to develop trust between family, friends, significant others, coworkers and anyone we interact with in daily life. Having trust in those around us brings a sense 36 glencoe.org
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of peace and collaboration. The relationship between a climber and a belayer (the person controlling the rope, maintaining the safety of the climber) is based on raw, unfiltered trust. The mutual goal is clear. Negativity evaporates. The resulting relationship between a climber and belayer is always mutually beneficial. At first, the belayer helps the climber reach the top of their objective, then they switch roles. The climber becomes the belayer and brings their partner up the wall to join them. Imagine a gravity-defying game of leap frog! One cannot achieve success without the other. The symbolism of this provides a vivid imagery of one of the main lessons in life. Trust is so simple when it is laid out in front of our eyes. I have found a deep peace and a profound trust through climbing: trust in my partner, trust in my knowledge and capabilities. I cannot guarantee that this will be as evident for everyone that climbs or has not started yet, but for the chance that it will be as beneficial, it is worth the risk of trying climbing. If anything, it’s great exercise and a way to enjoy nature. A
Climb beyond the walls of restraint in your life. Climb nature’s walls!
Total Body Workout Combining: • Climbing • TRX Suspension Training • Light Weight Training • Circuit-style Training Wednesdays & Fridays 12 - 1 pm $15/class or 10 classes /$100 (Maximum 12/class)
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A Proper Golf Warm-up Improves Performance by Ken Clarke, Fitness Director
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olfers will do just about anything to enhance their performance on the course. From a new practice tool to the latest driver, nothing seems too extravagant or silly when pursuing extra yards. Here’s another way to gain up to 45 yards (on carry distance of a driver), and it costs next to nothing: a proper warm-up routine. In many sports, people warm up their bodies in preparation for activity without even thinking about it. What many golfers seem to forget is that golf is similar to athletic activities like sprinting in that it demands explosive action with great amounts of force traveling through your body very quickly. You wouldn’t see a sprinter stroll out to the track and compete without performing an appropriate warm-up routine. In golf, though, there seems to be a stigma attached to warming up or stretching properly on the range prior to teeing off. It’s time to change the embarrassed culture that exists in our sport when it comes to warming up prior to performance. Research has shown that even some professionals are not conducting a warm-up that could enhance their game. In 2008, Dr. Matt Bridge and colleagues conducted an observational study on 25 Ladies European Tour players over two days of a tournament and reported the following: • Only two out of 25 did any form of aerobic activity • Dynamic stretching lasted an average 27 and 29 seconds on day one and two of observations • Static stretching was used for an average 73 and 84 seconds • Over the course of the two days, an average of 65 balls were hit on the range prior to teeing off • One player only hit 25 compared to another player who hit 200 balls • One player warmed up for 169 minutes on day one and 79 minutes on day two What can we learn from this? Even some of the best players in the world do not use a consistent warm-up routine and are possibly lacking an understanding of what preparation works best for their performance. A simple five- to seven-minute structured warm-up will get you more prepared to play golf if you take the extra time.
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Should you do static (stretch and hold) or dynamic (movement type) stretching? There is research out there now to show that static stretching is not useful for a warm-up routine as it can reduce power output (which all golfers should want to maintain to the max for their driving and long game). Various research papers have shown that dynamic stretching can increase jump test height and power output with increases up to 14 percent across studies. Research conducted in 2014 reported that even 24 hours after dynamic stretching there was still a 1.6 percent increase in power output. This research is relevant to golf because the forces we create and transfer to the clubhead start by pressing into the ground as they do in a jump test. Power is not the only area to suffer as a result of static stretching. Research completed in 2000 showed that strength is also reduced immediately after the stretch by up to 28 percent and continues to be reduced by nine percent an hour later! So, completing static stretching at home before you head to the golf course to tee off can actually negatively impact your performance. The research conducted by Langdown and Wells together with Sean Graham (Applied Golf Management Studies graduate from University of Birmingham, UK) and Dr. Bridge has shown for the first time that compared to just turning up to a range and hitting golf balls, a dynamic or even resistance warm-up can significantly improve performance. Using a group of 24 golfers these three conditions were put to the test and assessed with a launch monitor: 1. Control warm-up: Hitting 20 balls before being tested on 10 drives. No stretching. 2. Dynamic stretching: Conducting five simple exercises to mobilize and activate the muscles used in the golf swing before being recorded on the launch monitor. This included movements such as overhead squats, open and close the gate and clock lunges (page 39). 3. Resistance band warm-up: Using a mini-band and a theraband, golfers performed five simple resistance exercises prior to hitting ten drives to be assessed on performance.
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The results The aim of the research was to assess warm-up protocols that everyone could achieve and use as part of their pre-golf routine. The dynamic and resistance band protocols both resulted in a significant increase in clubhead speed and ball speed. Although carry distance also increased there was no statistical difference between any of the warm-up conditions so further research would need to be carried out to assess the impact of warm-ups on this. Looking deeper into the data and pulling out a couple of case studies, it was evident that some players were working too hard in the resistance band warm-up protocol and this became more of a workout for them rather than a warm-up. Care should be taken not to over-do the resistance work before playing. In this case the improvement compared to the control condition in clubhead speed, ball speed and carry wasn’t as great as it was following the dynamic stretching (11-yard increase with resistance band warm-up compared to 17.4-yard increase with the dynamic stretches). Some people reported no change at all in performance and there could be many reasons for this. One final case study demonstrated that it may well be worth opting for a warm-up over a new driver with carry distance increases of 37.5 yards with the dynamic stretches and 44.5 yards with the resistance band protocol compared to the control condition of hitting 20 balls! The gluteals are some of the most important muscles in the golf swing (they are sometimes referred to as “The Kings”) and this research has shown that by engaging them within the warm-up there can be staggering results for some individuals! Doing simple things like squats, lunges and some mini-band walks get the glutes “turned on” for activity and are simple and easy to do. Not everyone should expect to achieve this amount of extra carry but don’t be surprised if you feel more prepared and are swinging the clubhead a little faster when walking onto the first tee following an effective warm-up! If you want more specific information on how to execute these great golf warm-up movements contact Ken at kclarke@glencoe.org or 403-287-4169 for more details. A
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Our Icebreaker Volunteers – Some of the Best!
by Cindy Bonyai
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ost runners will tell you they sign up for races to meet goals they’ve trained hard to achieve. Others will joke that it’s for the swag bag or the post-race partying with fellow runners! Whatever the reasons, sometimes we forget there would be no races without volunteers. So, what motivates them to work the races? If not for volunteers, many events Cindy Bonyai would never take place. Volunteers take Youth & Teen Director 403-287-4168 on many roles: they cheer on the runners, cbonyai@glencoe.org control traffic, alert runners to possible hazards and provide much needed nutrition and aid. All this support gives runners a safe and organized route on their way to achieving their goal. For many volunteers, the work starts hours before a race and continues until well after the last runner crosses the finish line. Who do you think sets up the tables and fills all the cups at an aid station? Who marks the route so you don’t take a wrong turn? Who is at the finish line handing you that much-needed bottle of water and getting you medical aid if you need it? As runners, we forget that once we have crossed the finish line
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and had our fill of food and a hot shower and are propped up on the couch with our finisher’s medal in hand, there are many volunteers who are still out on the course. They’re still out there in all kinds of weather with no relief, standing for hours and yet still giving those smiles and words of encouragement. When the going gets tough, the volunteers keep smiling! As the Race Director for The Glencoe Club Icebreaker and a runner in many races, I can honestly say that our volunteers are some of the best I’ve seen. We use close to 70 people. Not only are these spots filled year after year, many of the volunteers have been helping for over 10 years and they bring their own style to their position. Some dress up, some bring music and some even take the time to make posters. If you were to ask them why they do it, many would say it’s to support a friend or family member in the race. Another reason is they can no longer participate as runners, so they do the next best thing and stay involved with the event. Others are in it because they want to give back to the community and to The Glencoe Club. Whatever their reasons for helping out, the volunteers are valued! We cannot hold these events without them. With their help, you get to run the race and come away with a memorable experience. The next time you’re in a race, please remember that and take the time to thank the volunteers you see along the route and let them know that you appreciate them. A
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WELLNESS COACHING by Sara Reynolds
For the past four years, The Glencoe Club has offered Wellness Coaching as part of our Integrative Wellness program, The 90-Day Focus. Starting this March we’ll be offering this service (otherwise known as Integrative Health Coaching) as a standalone service outside of the program, open to all members with a variety of different needs. What is Wellness Coaching? Wellness Coaching is a thought-provoking and creative process of self discovery, goal clarification, action planning, personal responsibility and accountability. You can unlock your personal and professional potential by becoming an expert on your own health and well-being, expanding your knowledge and enhancing your quality of life. What is a coaching session like? Your own goals, beliefs, values and ideas guide each coaching session; the coach is there to prompt self-awareness, shift perspectives, provide feedback, educate and support. Every session is different, and guided by a customized agreement between you and the coach. During the process you might explore topics such as vulnerability, courage, and worthiness, and examine the thoughts, emotions and behaviours that guide your choices and practices. By addressing these key areas, you’ll be able to identify new patterns and actions that will help you move forward and achieve your goals. What are the benefits? In a recent study conducted by the Mayo Clinic, participants who attended weekly in-person Wellness Coaching sessions for 12 weeks noted significant improvement in all five areas of their quality of life (physical, social, emotional, cognitive, and spiritual). They also showed fewer depressive symptoms and lower (perceived) stress levels.
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Now available in the Fitness Centre by appointment Here at the Glencoe, participants of the 90-Day Focus program have experienced the benefits of working with a Wellness Coach: JC wrote, “[my coach] is great in making me feel she is invested in my goals and well being and also is very quick with specific facts and data, psychological and emotional advice.” JM wrote: "I knew from my first meeting with my Wellness Coach, I had come to the right place. Even when I felt I was faltering, [she] was able to help me see the big picture and the overall progress that I was making instead of focusing on any setbacks." Further, studies conducted by the International Coaching Federation (ICF) have found that Wellness Coaching contributed to an 80 percent improvement in work performance, a 73 percent improvement in relationships and a 72 percent improvement in communication skills for those attending regular Wellness Coaching sessions. Ready to get started? For more information or to book a discovery session, please email Sara Reynolds at sreynolds@glencoe.org A
by Louisa Armstrong, Certified Level 3 Stretch to Win Provider
• 47% of your flexibility is locked up in your joints. • 42% of your flexibility potential is in your fascia. • Isolated static muscle stretching doesn't work. • Dynamic fascial stretching has been shown to: - reduce tightness in muscles - reduce stiffness in joints - improve and enhances sex - make you feel and look younger - make you stronger - make you taller - reduce pain
Stretch to Win Fascial Stretch Therapy® does all this and more! Have a Certified Fascial Stretch Therapist STRETCH YOU and FEEL the difference! Contact the Fitness Centre to book your appointment: 403-287-4176
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WELLNESS CENTRE Massage Therapy Therapeutic or Swedish Relaxation, Sports, Craniosacral, Prenatal, Hot Stone, Reflexology, Therapeutic Cupping, Traditional Thai, Thai Hot Herbal Compress, Biodynamic Craniosacral, Thai Foot, Clinical Thai Bodywork Chiropractic Traditional & NUCCA Nutrition Two Dietitians & Holistic Nutrition Coach Hours
Mon - Fri 8 am - 8 pm Sat - Sun 9 am - 6 pm Contact
403-287-4174 wellness@glencoe.org
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The “NEAT” Way you can burn more calories!
by Jessica Power Cyr, MSc, Wellness & Lifestyle Director
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f you saw an ad that said you could burn 300 or more extra calories a day, I’ll bet you’d be interested in finding out how, right? Guess what? We’re going to tell you! You can burn more calories through a process called NEAT. It stands for Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis. Basically, it’s little movements throughout your day such as standing instead of sitting, taking the stairs instead of the elevator or doing yard work instead of watching TV. These little movements can add up quickly to make the difference between you having a healthy body composition and being overweight or obese. Research has shown that obese individuals sit up to two-and-a-half hours longer than their leaner counterparts. So, if you want to feel better and improve your body composition (i.e. less fat) then try these simple tips on how to incorporate NEAT into your daily life. These little movements can add up to big changes. Get moving and stay healthy! A
NEAT at work: • Try a standing desk or a high table or counter. This will help strengthen your leg and hip muscles plus improve your balance. • Walk with colleagues instead of gathering in a conference room for meetings. This will get your heart pumping and muscles moving, all while releasing happy hormones. • Program a screen alert to get moving every 20-30 minutes. This will re-energize you and get you re-motivated.
NEAT at home: • Wear a pedometer and aim for 10,000 steps a day. You could burn 300 or more calories extra a day (try to walk briskly)! • Stand and move during commercial breaks or between shows. Get your blood flowing and muscles moving. • Take a walk around your community. It’s a great way to spend time with the special people in your life. A
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Natural Healing Tips for Your Allergies This article offers you a holistic path to healthy living as an alternative to medication and chemicals. Remember, each of us is unique so it’s important to understand that these remedies may or may not work for you. If you’re unsure, please consult your medical doctor or health care practitioner. Jessica Power Cyr, MSc Wellness & Lifestyle Director 403-287-4179 jpowercyr@glencoe.org
Jessica holds a Masters in Exercise Physiology and is a student of Natural Nutrition. Her goal is to provide you with the tools to living a full life with quality. It’s not about living disease free, it’s about living with HEALTH!
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t’s that time of year again. Pollen has hit the air. As a result, you may feel stuffed up with heavy sinuses, sniffles, itchy red eyes and sneezing. Although we cannot reduce the pollen in the air, we may be able to limit the amount of medication you need to take. One of the unfortunate side effects of allergy meds is that they can make you drowsy and sleepy. So, this allergy season, instead of reaching for Benadryl® or your common allergy medicine, perhaps consider a more natural approach to managing your allergies. These suggestions may not be as immediately effective as medication but over the long-term they can lessen your seasonal allergies greatly and decrease the amount of chemicals you’re putting in your system. First and foremost, we need to establish a strong health base through a balanced, healthy diet which includes whole, live, natural foods with minimal processing plus a lifestyle that includes physical activity. This will make a big difference when it comes to allergies as many of us experience food sensitivities. When paired with seasonal allergies, we can end up feeling terrible. Apple Cider Vinegar Reduces mucus production and aids in cleansing the lymphatic system. To make this work, you need to take this daily. I recommend taking a spoonful in six to eight ounces of warm water. Not all apple cider vinegars are created equally. Ask questions and do your research. I enjoy Braggs Organic Apple Cider Vinegar. Neti Pot/Saline Rinse This will help flush any bacteria and allergens out of your sinuses. You can purchase a Neti Pot or conventional saline rinse at any local drug store or grocery store. Ask the pharmacist for the solution that is best for you. Consider doing the rinse before bed (so the bacteria and allergens don’t sit in your sinuses all night) or in the morning to start the day fresh.
Probiotic Allergies can be the result of an imbalance in the immune system that causes the body to react too strongly to a stimulus. Introducing beneficial “good” bacteria to the gut can reduce the incidence and intensity of allergies. Probiotics are live bacteria and yeasts that are good for your health, especially your digestive system. They’re called "good" or "helpful" bacteria because they keep your gut healthy. Local Honey Remember it must be local honey to make this work. The theory (yes, not enough research to prove this) is that honey from where you live will help your body adapt to the allergens in the environment there. A spoonful a day can have a big impact. Also it’s suggested you start a month before allergy season to build up your resistance. Diet Modifications Consider the foods you’re consuming and how they’re affecting your body. They could be wreaking havoc on your body. If your allergies are bad, consider booking a session with one of our registered dietitians or our holistic natural nutrition consultant. They can provide you the tools to get through this allergy season. Get Moving Canadian adults should aim to achieve 150 minutes a week of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity. Regular physical activity helps to decrease allergy symptoms by improving blood flow in your body, which promotes the removal of allergens. Although you can’t exercise away your allergies, working out regularly can certainly minimize your symptoms because the improved blood flow that results from exercise helps to prevent the delicate tissues surrounding your nose, mouth and lungs from being inflamed. Change Your Air Filters A dirty air filter in your home or car reduces air quality. Poor home air quality can aggravate allergies and asthma. Choose an air filter that has a small-particle or HEPA filter. Try adjusting your air filter so that it directs clean air toward your head when you sleep and drive By following these simple tips, you may be able to decrease the intensity and length of your allergy season. Ready to feel LESS stuffed up, experience LESS sniffles, NO itchy red eyes, with NO sneezing? Wow! What a spring this could be! A
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HEALTH & WELLNESS
Staying Ahead of Concussion Injuries in Sport by Suzette O’Byrne
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Important facts to consider rom National Hockey League (NHL) • Concussions do not always include a loss of superstar Sidney Crosby’s injuries and the consciousness National Football League’s (NFL) $100 • Helmets do not protect against concussions million concussion initiative to the 2015 • A child does not need to be hit in the head to movie Concussion, the topic of concussion injuries sustain a concussion is no longer confined to back rooms or dismissed • Signs and symptoms of a concussion can be as being about something that “happens to other delayed weeks, post-injury* people’s kids.” Rather, the topic has now moved to the forefront of our consciousness regarding safety and, in particular, the safety of our own kids. As athletes Although any head injury needs to be taken — and as parents of athletes — we need to stay seriously, most concussions when managed educated about the latest research, know the signs appropriately, resolve without complications. The real and symptoms and take precautions to ensure our dangers of most concussions occur when the injury is children stay safe while enjoying their activities and not recognized or is managed incorrectly. Returning passions. to activities too early can put a child at increased risk A concussion is a brain injury caused by any force for future concussions and serious complications. that moves the brain around in the skull. This could Choosing the right treatment options and when to be a direct hit to the head in soccer from a kicked safely return to play are key decisions for a positive ball or from collisions when two players try to head outcome to a concussion. the same ball. It could be a head-first crash into If there is a diagnosis of a The real dangers of most concussions concussion in a child, the the end of the pool lane occur when the injury is not recognized physical and cognitive rest or from any indirect hit or is managed incorrectly. stages need to be followed to the body that causes a until the child has successfully sudden jerk of the head or returned to school full time before returning to sport. neck, such as an incorrect landing in freestyle skiing A focus on “return to learn first” has been shown to or a strong shove in hockey. lead to a quicker “return to play.” *
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Red Flag Symptoms If your child shows any of the following symptoms, call 911 immediately: • Neck pain • Increased confusion or irritability • Repeat vomiting • Seizure or convulsion • Weakness in arms/legs • Tingling or burning in arms/legs • Deteriorating consciousness • Loss of consciousness • Severe or increased headache • Unusual behaviour change • Double vision
*From Concussion Toolkit for Parents, Players & Coaches, Concussion Awareness Training Tool. **From Heads Up - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: www.cdc.gov/ headsup/youthsports/parents.html
When it comes to keeping our players safe, here’s how you can help: keep your eyes open when you get to the field, rink or play area. Ensure it’s a safe environment and that there’s an emergency action plan if there needs to be. Ask yourself: “Do the coaches have training in concussion signs and symptoms and does everyone involved know when to take a player out of play and to send them to an appropriate medical professional for diagnosis?” If you’re not sure whether they’re properly trained, ask them (tactfully)! No equipment can totally prevent concussions. However, ensuring that your child has the right equipment for their sport of choice, that it’s in good condition and that it fits correctly, could decrease incidents that cause concussions. A child’s behaviour, based on their attitude and knowledge about sports and injuries, has been shown to have a major impact on concussion-causing incidents. Encouraging fair play and open communication about the signs and symptoms and the seriousness about concussions can do a lot to help. When children are confident about reporting symptoms or injuries and do not feel like they’re disappointing their team or parent, they can prevent serious accidents, including concussions. An informed child, coach and family is more likely to comply with the recovery process and to take the necessary steps needed to avoid a concussion injury. Know what good teammates know: It’s better to miss one game than the whole season.** A
Download the FREE Heads Up on Concussion & Helmet Safety App that will help you learn how to spot a possible concussion and what to do if you think your child or teen has a concussion or other serious brain injury. The application also includes a 3D helmet fit feature that teaches about proper helmet fit, safety and care. Download from Apple App Store or Google Play.
Chris McKanna graduated with a Masters of Science in Physical Therapy from the University of Alberta in 2012 after completing a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Calgary in 2007. After finishing the required orthopedic levels, Chris is now working to complete a Fellowship with the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Physiotherapy (FCAMPT). Along with his manual and dry needling skills, Chris also has a keen interest in concussion management. In addition to working as a manual therapist in a private clinic, Chris works at the Peter Lougheed Hospital where he provides in-patient physiotherapy for acute hip, knee and foot joint repairs/ replacements, oncology and multi-systemic diseases. Introducing Chris McKanna, BSc. Kin, MScPT, a new physiotherapist to Glencoe Physiotherapy clinic, with a focus on concussion management (extended training).
Chris has played competitive hockey his whole life and finished with the Junior “A” Calgary Canucks in 2004. Along with having coached at the Bantam and Midget AAA levels in Calgary, he still continues to get on the ice as often as possible. These days, his love of hockey has been superseded by the addition of a little one to the family. A
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Epigenetics & Chiropractic Care Optimize your body’s innate ability to be healthy. by Dr. Dana Lougheed
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ou might have heard people speaking about chiropractic and how effective it can be in treating musculoskeletal injuries, back pain, neck pain and headaches. But did you know it encourages your body to perform at its optimal potential for a lifetime, helping some of us live 80 to 100 years without drugs and/or surgery? Maybe you’re wondering: “If that’s the case, why are so many people dying early or living with a chronic disease?” The answer lies in understanding our genetic potential and the impact our environment has on that potential — a field known as epigenetics. Our genes have not changed significantly for thousands of years, but when you look at the diseases that rank as the leading causes of death in North America even a few generations ago, you see a different picture from today. For example, heart disease and cancer are currently the leading causes of death in North America. We used to think these were strictly “genetic” diseases. We now know that it is, in fact, lifestyle that determines whether these genes are turned “on” to promote a disease process in your body, or are kept “off” allowing you to remain healthy, despite your genetic heritage. This is great news, as it means we are not slaves to our parents’ genetics, but rather in control (to a good extent) of our own health outcomes. What does this all have to do with chiropractic care? Chiropractic is inherently tied into epigenetics in several ways. Chiropractic care encourages you to optimize your genetics through four tenets of natural healthy living. Four tenets of the chiropractic lifestyle to promote optimal health: 1. Nutrition 2. Rest and relaxation 3. Exercise 4. Central nervous system (CNS) health
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Good nutrition and the right amount of rest and exercise: The first three areas deserve their own article even though they’re probably intuitive for most of us (note: Glencoe members might do better at these than most average populations in Canada). From a nutrition perspective, our society is slowly getting obese and diabetic, a result of poor eating habits and inactivity. It’s so bad it’s predicted to “massively tax” our health care system over the next 20 years. Statistics show we’re not getting enough quality sleep (adults need seven to nine good hours of sleep per night) or enough exercise. The impact of a sedentary career (desk job, for example) is having a negative impact on our health. “Sitting is the new smoking!” Strong central nervous system function: great posture and spinal function! This is where chiropractic care plays a direct role. It promotes optimal neurology. It might be obvious that this is required in order for our bodies to work correctly. After all, nerves tell our bodies what to do! Still, although we wear helmets and work to prevent head injuries, we don’t do enough on other fronts. Scientific research is clear that any irritation to your nervous system, including that which occurs at spinal joints, can affect many aspects of nerve function. Spinal cord injuries are major disruptions of optimal function. There are many more subtle factors that put us at risk. Arthritis is one. Then there are spinal misalignments from poor posture, bumps and falls. These can trigger chronic imbalances that remain uncorrected for a lifetime. The net result of cumulative irritations is like putting a dimmer switch on your neurology. You may not actually feel serious pain for there to be serious long-term damage. Your body might not optimally adapt to daily activities and stresses. This, in turn, can contribute to a host of health problems such as headaches during Chinooks, lower back pain from sitting, decreased energy, irritable bowel or a diminished immune system function, just to cite a few examples.
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Chiro Lifestyle Tips for a Healthy, Active Spring! EAT WELL • Eat your omega fats. These are antiinflammatory and help your body recover from stress and activity. • Enjoy lots of cruciferous veggies (the leafy ones) for an anti-inflammatory and anticancer effect. • Hydrate. Drinking two litres per day is a helpful way for adults to increase weight loss. • Take Vitamin D. Make sure you get lots. The benefits of Vitamin D are vast and include improved immune function as well as a host of other benefits. Getting outside in spring will help a lot, too. What can you do to prevent this from happening? • Sit up straight. Good posture will help your body function right. • Stretch and strengthen. Yoga, cardio and weights can keep you healthy. • Get adjusted. Stretching and strengthening can help the muscles involved in your spinal health. However, the joints that affect your neurology won’t be in optimal health if you’ve had poor posture or arthritic damage over time. To get them back into top shape, we recommend gentle chiropractic correction. It’s truly the fastest way to help you achieve improvements and it will support your fitness routine in ways that will surprise and delight you. Many of our patients visit us once per month in order to maintain proper function.
Come in for a checkup and ensure your body is functioning at its best! Complimentary consultations are available by calling the Wellness Centre at 404-287-4174 or email us at wellness@glencoe.org!
MOVE WELL • Get sweaty. Increasing circulation each day will move metabolites and toxins out of your body, keeping you healthy. If you’re new to working out, remember, it takes four to six weeks at three times per week to make a noticeable difference in your fitness level. Don’t give up early and know that even fit people feel pain when working out. • Practice gardening without injuring. Enjoy your garden in the spring but don’t overdo it. Use a shovel and bring things close to your body before lifting. Try not to lift and twist (instead, lift first then turn). Lift with your back straight and rear out! This promotes a nice curve in your lumbar spine and protects your discs and joints. A
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Review: Preschool Christmas Concert by Suzette O’Byrne, Recreation Manager
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hen I was invited to the inaugural Glencoe Registered Preschool Christmas Concert during the holidays, I wasn’t sure what to expect. I knew the little performers were a creative, expressive group and that they had been rehearsing for a while. Many were absolutely new to the stage and the world of musical performance. They rocked it! The audience itself was significantly larger than expected. There were approximately five to ten family members and friends for every performer (150 people ranging in age from infants to great grandparents) and the room was filled with anticipation and a positive buzz of support and connection. We were warned just before the performance from the Concert Director (Miss Mary Ellen, Preschool Instructor extraordinaire) that the performers were experiencing preconcert nervousness but that they were ready to go and that we were to take our seats and to be ready to support if needed. The program started with a set from the three-year-old group. The children came out very organized and although cautious, they came on stage and focused their attention on their leader. All outward signs of pre-concert nerves disappeared and they were ready to go. Some of the highlights included reindeer bells and antlers and song moves that
added to the fun. We had some classic songs and some new versions that rounded out the tperformance nicely. The program was very well received by the audience with lots of support, cheering and hugs at the end of the performance. When the four-year-old group followed with its own program, we were treated to new songs and the addition of poems. Being slightly more comfortable performing, some four-year-olds took it upon themselves to add in their own expressive moments with air-interpretative martial arts and dramatic bowing at the end of each song! The performers of both groups were entertaining and professional. They also showed their artistic talent by contributing to set and costume design as well as stage decorations. The evening concluded with a
children’s entertainer performing songs and carols while everyone socialized, danced and congratulated the budding performers. The success of the evening was due to the enthusiasm and creativity of the performers, the excellent leadership of Mary Ellen, Colette and Barbara from the Childcare Department and the support of the family and friends who were in attendance. The event was a demonstration of the relationships our members share and how supportive they are of each other. Thank you to all involved and I look forward to future invites. A
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Summer Day Camps By Cindy Bonyai, Youth & Teen Director
If you haven’t already enrolled your child in a summer program, it’s not too late. The Glencoe Club has a wide variety of camps for children…and we’re also looking for teen volunteers. The Club’s Summer Day Camps are not just a solution for working parents; the kids have a great experience, too. They make new friends and it gives them the opportunity to develop lifelong skills. The activities and instruction can enhance their sports abilities, artistic talents and adventure skills. Your children might even find they have a hidden talent! The Summer Day Camps also help children develop confidence and self-esteem and they encourage independence. What better way to get your child away from the phone, TV or computer than by giving him or her a day full of fun and friendship? Our qualified and always enthusiastic Summer Day Camp leaders are ideal role models and they provide experiences your children will remember forever.
VOLUNTEER LEADERSHIP PROGRAM Volunteering with Summer Camps is an exciting and personally rewarding experience. Our volunteer program is very popular with teens looking for leadership hours or to enhance their résumé. Typically, there are approximately 15 volunteers every summer; with each being a valuable, helpful and respected member of the Summer Camps team. When volunteering with Summer Camps, you have the privilege of forming relationships with campers, organizing and facilitating games, participating in fun sport activities, and more! They develop healthy relationships with the children and come away with a sense of accomplishment.
The program is open to teens 13 to 15 years of age. Additionally, two weeks is the minimum amount of time you must be available to volunteer. The two weeks do not need to be in a row – but you need to commit to two weeks over the course of the summer. Application forms will be available at the Sports Office around mid-May, watch for posters. All interested candidates can contact Cindy Bonyai at 403-287-4168 or cbonyai@glencoe.org with any questions. A
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New Sunglasses for Spring Spring’s unpredictable weather, with its abrupt changes, can wreak havoc on unprotected eyes. To keep your peepers in shape and your sight sharp, be sure to wear proper eyewear. The Glencoe Pro Shop has lots to choose from! We’re now offering a permanent 10% discount to our members on Maui Jim sunglasses. by Barbie Jean
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ith the return of spring, we have some important advice for you: 1. Get outside and enjoy yourself, looking your best in spring clothing and accessories; 2. Protect your eyes from the bright sun… and from harsh conditions during spring snowstorms!
Barbie Jean Pro Shop Manager 403-287-4115 bjean@glencoe.org
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Snow reflects almost 80 percent of UV rays It’s spring. Of course it’s still snowing! Because snow reflects almost 80 percent of UV radiation, your overall exposure is nearly doubled when spring skiing and snowboarding, shoveling out from under a blizzard or playing in the season’s final dump. Buy sunglasses that deflect and block the reflected UV rays.
Shield your eyes You’ll also need to protect your eyes from spring’s sometimes cold winds. Dry, fatigued or itchy eyes can be irritating, a warning sign against potential damage. If they feel that way, give your eyes a break with soothing shades… or, better still, get the sunglasses on before the wind begins its attack. Choose the right pair Enjoying Canada’s outdoors during spring means having the right gear ready to wear. And this includes the very best pair of sunglasses you can find! Look not only for style (there are many great looks available at the Pro Shop), but also search for special polarized lenses which absorb glare and prevent fatigue by allowing your eyes to relax.
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MEMBERS ONLY EXCLUSIVE OFFER
Maui Jim offers over 125 styles of sunglasses, 100% of which are polarized and protect from 100% of UVA/UVB rays.
10% OFF When shopping for sunglasses, be sure to check the label and choose a pair that specifies 100 percent UVA/UVB protection. They must be properly labeled with this SPF information. Mogul skiers and snowboarders often look for brown and amber tints, especially in spring. These tints enhance depth perception and contrast. Yellow tints provide greater clarity in wet, foggy and snowy conditions, frequent during spring. If you wear prescription glasses or contact lenses, ask your eye doctor for help selecting sunglasses. You’ll get the information you need to select the right eyewear. Spring in Calgary is unpredictable, but you can usually count on plenty of sun and snow. Play it stylishly safe by wearing good quality sunglasses this time of year, whatever your outdoor activities. A
Everyday Discount on Maui Jim Sunglasses at the Pro Shop!*
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Housekeeping — for some, the term means covering off a few agenda items (“when’s the lunch break?”) before a meeting. At the Club, Housekeeping is a department … and it’s one of the most physically challenging in which to work. Our Housekeeping department has been here since day one We have two laundry rooms in the Club: one on the east end and has grown to 38 employees, the largest employee team of the building, near Shipping and the other underneath the at the Club. Fitness area, in the same hallway as the Fitness Locker Rooms. The locker attendants are kept busy with many tasks. They There are four large washers in the main laundry with an 80 lb take care of public areas, vacuuming and mopping floors, capacity while the small one handles 20 lbs. The three large cleaning offices and windows, moving garbage and recyclables. dryers in the main laundry have a 135 lb capacity while the It’s physically demanding work. smaller one has a 75 lb capacity. The two washers and dryers One of the toughest parts of the housekeeping in the Fitness laundry can hold 60 lbs and 83 lbs, work is moving enormous batches of towels respectively. around the Club. We spend on average $4,000 on On average, 3,600 Glencoe Club laundry chemicals alone per month logo’d towels are ordered a year between the two laundry rooms (unfortunately, 250 of them go with the washers working missing a month). from 6 am to 10 pm, seven During any given month, days a week. we have about 2,100 Glencoe The temperature of the Club towels in rotation, on washers reaches 140ºF in the shelves in the Locker Room main laundry and 100ºF or pool, in the washer, in the in the Fitness laundry. The dryer or in the laundry room dryers run at 180ºF. They waiting to be taken to the consume a fair amount by Emma Levasseur, Locker Room or pool. of gas and electricity! The Houskeeping Supervisor The wash cycle for towels exhaust runs all day while the lasts 52 minutes. Then they dryers are operating. go into dryers for 45 minutes. When a towel is fresh out A full, mixed load of 48 Glencoe of the box, it gets washed and Club towels, fitness towels and face put into adult Locker Room cloths in the main laundry will take 20 circulation. When it gets a little worn, minutes to fold. it’s moved to the Junior Lockers, then to Towels aren’t all that get washed. The the pool. After its pool life, it’s cut into rags laundry rooms also take care of physiotherapy and for many areas of the Club. Some are donated to massage linens. They clean and press napkins and tablecloths SPCAs in and around Calgary. Our most recent donation went that are circulated around the Club. Kitchen uniforms are also to the SPCA in Cochrane. cleaned here along with a few pieces from Childcare every day. With all of this in mind, we try to minimize the washing When April hits, business ramps up in the laundry as wherever possible. You can help by using the towels responsibly. temperature soar and golf becomes more popular. Backshop That’ll help make the Club even more environmentally friendly, and shoe shine towels, kitchen uniforms and linens for the golf which is important for all of us and one of our Club goals. A course are also run through the main laundry here.
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FATHER/DAUGHTER
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BRUNCH BUFFET
is coming to town
10 am - 1 pm Adults: $33.95++ Children: (3-12 years) $17.95++, (2 & under) Free
DINNER BUFFET Seatings: 5:30, 6:00 & 6:30 pm Adults: $36.95++ Children: (3-12 years) $18.95++, (2 & under) Free
ONE DAY ONLY
Reservations: 403-243-2506
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Project Angel Recap 2017 by Wendy Dypolt
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roject Angel has grown to be an integral part of our Club culture. Since its inception in 1992, this annual institution of giving has helped thousands of individuals in need. Many generous Glencoe families participate in Project Angel every year, as more individuals, families and friends discover the joy of giving. This year was particularly Wendy Dypolt Project Angel Coordinator successful, despite the Calgary 403-287-4163 economy. It started with the GALA wdypolt@glencoe.org organized by The Boys & Girls Clubs of Calgary (BGGC) — the Club’s charity of choice — and hosted by The Glencoe Club. The Splash of Red event brought the organization an amazing $558,872.99 after expenses. These funds are used by the BGGC. The staff involvement in Project Angel takes place at a more grass roots level. We support Avenue 15 (part of the BGGC), the Veterans’ Food Bank and the WARMTH Project. November 15 marked the start of Project Angel 2017. We agreed to adopt 25 youths in the LOFT program (backpacks), 12 in the LINK program and 13 in the LAUNCH program (for a description of the programs, please visit http://angel.glencoeclub.com/). Glencoe Members and staff quickly adopted the 50 youths in less than 10 days! An additional four generic backpacks were even donated.
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13 various fundraising events were held throughout the Club until mid-December raising nearly 40,000! • Poinsetta Sale: net $1,380 • Fitness’ Halova Rowing Challenge: $10,933 • Bridge: Six gift cards and $2,507 from 55 donors • The Sports Lounge & Café's honey jar sales: net $805 • Gators unused t-shirt sale: $67 • Health & Wellness organized a sock drive for staff - 470 pairs of socks, (240 from golf) • Bowling sold 9 old TVs: $205 • Festive Sweater Day (for staff): $171.25 • The Pro Shop’s events: $2687.50 • Tennis had 50 players for Cardio Tennis: net $4306.22 • Curling projects: $7202 • Administration pooled their donations for a pizza party with Boston Pizza and iTunes gift cards for the Shelter • Food & Beverage collected toys and food from the family Xmas parties that were donated to The Calgary Veterans’ Food Bank • Laurie Pow did a mountain of knitting • Preschool collected two boxes of food from their concert night • Skating hosted a Battle of Blades: $702.61 • Duty Managers supplied lost & found items • The Sports Office did an amazing job as Heaven Central, taking in all donations and processing the 50 adoptions ($3080) and 22 cash donations ($3055) • Online donations: $3750 • 102 various gift cards donated: $4997 • 258 charitable donation receipts requested for $33,991.93 (includes the value of some of the backpacks) • With the funds raised, 453 gift cards for clothing, food & haircuts as well as bus ticket passes were purchased totaling $17,240.50 • Five large bags of hoodies, coats & hats, sports equipment and water bottles for the WARMTH Project. The backpacks filled three vanloads for Avenue 15 • A large bag of lost & found glasses were dropped off at an eye clinic to send to Africa.
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Thank you one and all who have helped in anyway. Glencoe members, once again, stepped up to provide a record amount of cash to support Project Angel, even in this time of economic stress. Your generosity has made an incredible difference in the lives of many vulnerable youths. The Veterans Food Bank and the Warmth Project were delighted recipients of everyone’s generosity this year. Avenue 15 will receive the balance of the money to assist with shelter expenses once the final accounting has been done. As Cheryl Doherty, Chief Executive Officer, Boys & Girls Clubs said, “You are part of the inspiring and empowering force that is changing the lives of Calgary’s most vulnerable children and youth. Because of you, our kids don’t have to go hungry, sleep outside in the cold or live in harm’s way. Because of you,
our kids have the opportunity for experiences that affirm their value and place in the world. Because of you, our kids know that they truly do belong. Thank you for believing every single kid counts.” As you can see, it was a Club-wide effort to achieve the success this year. Without everyone’s involvement, it just wouldn’t be the same. Thank you, Glencoe! We will continue to accept donations online at http://angel.glencoeclub.com A
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THE GLENCOE GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB
Your Glencoe Membership Privileges
Natasha Sawatsky, CMP Membership & Marketing Director 403-240-7395 nsawatsky@glencoe.org
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’m entering my ninth season at The Glencoe Golf & Country Club and I find all too often that our Glencoe Club members are unaware of their membership privileges at the golf course! Much like The Glencoe Club, we host special events for Valentine’s Day, Easter, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas. As a Glencoe member, you’re invited to join us for these events! You’re also welcome to dine with us at any time. Sunsets on the Spike Patio are among the prettiest in the city. Membership has its privileges! Membership We had an extremely successful 2016 despite the economic challenges our Clubs faced. We built a waitlist of 20 and exceeded our entrance fee revenue targets. For 2017, we’ve activated this waitlist and for a limited time, a number of fully active memberships will be available for the 2017 season. Now’s the time to join if the waitlist has been your deterrent!
Not sure where to begin? Enroll in a Beginner Ladies’ Program, Interclub or Mixed Golf. We also offer one of the country’s most extensive Junior Programs! Our Head Teaching Professional, Ryan Anderson, has been recognized, for the second year in a row, as the only Canadian honoured with US Kids Top 50 Instructor award! I invite you to contact me if you’d like to tour the Club, discuss membership opportunities or have any golf course related questions. We have, without doubt, one of the most exceptional golf facilities in Canada. A
Spring is upon us and we’re geared up for another fantastic year. We hope you’ll join us in 2017!
Photos form Canada Day and Drive-in at the Driving Range events.
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Join us for a Fun-filled Easter Egg Hunt, Annual Petting Zoo & a Visit from the Easter Bunny at The Glencoe Golf & Country Club!
Welcome Back for the 2017 Golf Season!
Easter Brunch
by Paul Kenno, Assistant Food & Beverage Manager
Sunday, April 16
The Food & Beverage team at GGCC looks forward to seeing you back in the Clubhouse for the 2017 season. We invite you to join us on Easter Sunday, April 16 for a familyfriendly brunch buffet at the GGCC. Please contact us for reservations at 403-240-7381 or pkenno@glencoe.org We’re excited to announce the arrival of our new Glencoe golf private selection wines, through our partnership with winemaker Robert Rex at the Deerfield Ranch Winery. The wines selected from the Sonoma Valley winery is a 2013 Chardonnay and 2009 Zinfandel as voted on by our Spruce View Wine Club members. Watch for Winemaker's dinner with Robert Rex in early spring open to all Glencoe members.
Reservations starting at 10:30 am Price: $46.50++/13 years & older $22.50++/4-12 years old FREE /kids 3 & under For more information, please call 403-240-7381.
2017 WEDDING DATES AVAILABLE Contact: Paul Kenno at pkenno@glencoe.org or 403-240-7381
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Fake Putting Greens are Out; Golf Simulators are In! Glenn Boswell, PGA Associate Pro 403-240-7398 gboshwell@glencoe.org
Gone are the days of rolling out fake putting greens and firing up automatic ball returners in your living room or office. by Glenn Boswell
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nstead, you can now book time on Glencoe’s new golf simulators at the Golf Centre. It provides a variety of different games, scenarios and courses that can help all golfers improve their abilities and skill levels. With high definition golf simulators, you get instant feedback on your swing speed, direction and impact. This allows you to adjust your technique on every shot. The sensors monitor your performance to
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“one-tenth of one degree,” giving you confidence and accuracy you’re making correct adjustments, so when the weather improves, you’ll be able to take your adjustments to the course. Whether you’re looking to golf Pebble Beach without flying to California, take on your friends in simulated competition or make sure your first round this spring is an awesome one, the new Glencoe golf simulators are for you. We also offer: • League play • Drop-in tee times • Functions or private parties • Lessons • Club-fitting For more info, please contact gboswell@glencoe. A
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New Edel Golf Clubs & More at The Golf Shop We'll have several exciting new products for 2017. by Steve Thomson
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lencoe members are encouraged to visit the Golf Shop at The Glencoe Golf & Country Club. We’ll continue to carry equipment from Taylor Made, Callaway, Ping, Titleist, Cobra and Edel. Your Professional team will be playing equipment from one of these vendors and we’ll be able to assist you in your purchase of new clubs for the Steve Thomson, PGA 2017 season. Golf Services Manager Edel Golf is a high-end golf equipment 403-240-7387 company selling putters, wedges and sthomson@glencoe.org irons. It’s the company that made tour player Bryson DeChambeau’s original set of single length irons. All Edel clubs are custom- made for you in Texas after you complete a personal club-fitting with one of our staff. We will be doing club-fittings for Edel Golf ’s single length irons this season. In 2016, only seven clubs in the country carried Edel Golf. We were the only club in Alberta to carry it. Glenn Boswell and Daryl Patrick travelled to Texas last spring to become certified fitters for Edel. We’ll be sending two of our Golf Professionals back to Texas this spring to update and improve their clubfitting skills. We had a very successful season with Edel Golf, selling two dozen putters and 15 wedges.
Bryson DeChambeau is now working with Cobra Golf and they’ll be selling a single-length set of irons this season. The King F7 ONE Length irons will be available in our Golf Shop this spring. There’s a lot of buzz about the single-length iron concept. With the same ball position, swing plane and posture for every swing, you can’t help but see a path to improved consistency. We’ll have a full inventory of demo single-length irons and other great products for you to test. We also have a full schedule of demo and fitting days starting with our traditional Gala Demo Day on Sunday, May 7. That’s when all our vendors’ sales representatives will be here along with your entire Professional team to assist you with all of your club purchasing needs. Take a break from hitting balls and enjoy the complimentary BBQ we’ll have set up for you at the Practice Facility. A Other great new products to try this spring include: • The new Ping iBlade irons • The new 917 woods from Titleist • The new M family of products from Taylor Made • The new Big Bertha and Steelhead products from Callaway Golf
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An Exciting Year Planned by Judy Forshner
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he Professional team at The Glencoe Golf & Country Club (GGCC) is very excited about the upcoming golf season. It promises to be a great one with a wide variety of events, including league play for golf members (contact Natasha Sawatsky if you want to become a GGCC member) and golf instruction that’s open to all Glencoe Club members.
Judy Forshner, BEd PGA of Canada Head Professional 403-240-7380 jforshner@glencoe.org
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GGCC Member Events & Leagues Mark your calendars for the always popular Mr. & Mrs. on June 24. This year’s event is beach-themed and features on and offcourse fun and surprises, dinner, prizes and dancing to complete the evening. This season there will also be five Mixed Fun Nights. These are fun, nine-hole events on The Meadows for you and one other couple (guests or members). They’re 5 pm shotguns, with dinner and prizes following play. Should you bring a guest couple there is no charge for green fees. Each features a different culinary experience: African (May), Western (June), Stars & Stripes American (July), Far out Fusion (August) and Top Chef (September). Please note, all Glencoe Club members (not just the GGCC members) are invited to attend the dinners. Don’t miss the second annual Canada Day Generations Cup. Have you ever wanted to share a trophy with your grandson, granddaughter, son or daughter regardless of his or her age? In this event you’ll be able to pair up with any member of your family to form a generational pair. As a pair you will compete for the Cup against other pairs in fun, nine-hole alternate shot format. Players will be grouped in eight-somes. As in 2016, the Canada Day Carnival will follow play. A full listing and description of upcoming Men’s, Ladies, Mixed and Junior events is available online at glencoegolf.org. As well, new this season, full listings will also be available in the north hallway of the Clubhouse. We look forward to the start of our many leagues and encourage members to participate. There’s something for everyone! The leagues include Tuesday Ladies’ Day, Tuesday Men’s Night, Ladies Wednesday g.l.e.e., Men’s Wednesday Afternooners, Thursday Senior Men’s and Ladies, Friday White Tee Ladies, Friday Black Tee No Strokes Men, Saturday Mixed and Junior Sunday Fundays. If you’re looking for playing partners, want to be part of an organized league, or simply like the convenience of a game arranged for you with others, don’t hesitate to register.
Teaching Centre All aspects of the golf game including long game, short game, mental game and course management are covered through the various GGCC teaching programs. These programs cater to all levels of golfers, from the beginner to the advanced player. Our experienced Professional team utilizes state-of-the-art teaching technology, including: • SAM PuttLab - uses ultrasound measurements to analyze the 28 most important features of your putting stroke • JC Video teaching software - provides visual feedback with instant video replay setting mental images that help you improve your swing • Trackman and Flightscope launch monitor - utilizes a 3D Doppler system to track and measure your ball flight and club data • Advanced Motion Measurement TPI 3D - used by the best golfers in the world, this motion capture system assesses the biomechanics and efficiency of your golf swing. A
Host Your Tournament at The Glencoe Golf & Country Club! by Reid Rohatinsky, PGA Tournament Coordinator
The Glencoe Golf & Country Club (GGCC) is Alberta’s premier golf facility. We’ve been host to some of the area’s most prestigious events and look forward to having you and your guests as members for the day. Our commitment is to provide first-class planning, cuisine and service that will make your event memorable. Tips for planning a successful tournament: 1. Consider a private golf course you and your guests might not normally be able to play. 2. Use GGCC as a way to attract participation and sponsorship. 3. Have a team of volunteers to help with all the tournament responsibilities. 4. Don’t forget giveaways and awards to make your guests feel special. 5. Start the day off with a great first impression, making registration fast, organized and fun. 6. Order matching shirts for the tournament organizers and helpers, so they’re easy to spot.
Top four reasons to host your tournament here: 1. A premier private club setting The Club is situated along the Elbow River where elk, deer and the occasional bear still roam. Consistently revered as one of Canada’s top 50 golf courses, it appeals to the beginner and more experienced player alike. 2. Championship golf course Our 45-hole facility, built by renowned golf course architect Robert Trent Jones Jr., offers three diverse courses for you to choose from. Guests have access to our world-class Practice Facility and more. 3. P rofessional tournament service Attention to detail is everything. Whether it’s your first time coordinating an event or you’re a seasoned professional, our staff will guide your every step to ensure your success. Tournament services include: • Preferred prices for merchandise and tournament gifts • Green fee, cart, range • Complimentary bag drop staff • Personalized cart signs, scorecards, rule sheet • Professional tournament scoring • Placement and collection of all sponsorship signage and banners 4. U nique options to enhance your event Take your event from ordinary to unforgettable with: • Advanced clinics • On-course clinics or skill games (Trackman or Beat the Pro) • Hole-in-one packages • On-course food and beverage stations • Merchandise packages, first tee gifts, and custom logo products (preferred tournament pricing). A
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Six Ways to Get in Shape For the Upcoming Golf Season Spring is here and the first thing everyone wants to do is head out to the course and start playing. It’s important that we ease into golf to avoid the chance of getting injured. by Ryan Anderson
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any of us have stayed active by skiing, playing hockey, tennis or badminton, but golf uses many different muscles that don’t get used in those sports. Here are some suggestions to prepare your body for a more efficient and injury-free (and, therefore, more enjoyable) golf season.
Ryan Anderson PGA Head Teaching Pro, 2016 PGA of Alberta, Teacher of the Year & Top 50 US Kids Junior Instructor 403-240-7390 randerson@glencoe.org
Stretch Stretching daily will work wonders on your body and your golf game. Increased range of motion via more shoulder and hip turn leads to bigger, faster swings. Stretch out your back, shoulders, neck, abdominals, hamstrings, quads and calves. Consult one of our fitness trainers for specific stretches that will help you become more flexible and stronger while keeping your body safe from injury at the same time. Start with short game We’ve all done it, started a project without following the instructions, thinking that we know what we’re doing. We then learn we have to go back and redo parts of the project because the order was wrong. The golf swing is no different. It’s much easier to learn from the green out than from the tee box to the green. Rudy Durant, Tiger Woods’ first coach, is an advocate of this. He starts everyone on the putting green. His rule of thumb with
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new golfers that if you can make six or less from any spot, then and only then is it time to move farther away from the hole. This works for beginners, but what about avid golfers? The same holds true: Practice your golf from the green out. Begin with some practice on the green, hitting short, medium and long putts. Then switch to wedge shots. Start with small waist or shoulder-height swings. Practice getting the rhythm of the swing by making your body move back and forth at the same speed. By starting your practice with half swings and working on rhythm and timing you’ll be able to incorporate it into your longer clubs and it will help you develop a better sequence of motion on all your shots. Posture and balance As a child, you were no doubt told to sit up straight with your shoulders back and not to hunch. Maybe you didn’t even know you were hunched and it took a conscious effort to change your posture. In the golf swing, if you don’t start in good posture it makes it really difficult to keep balance through the swing. Make posture in the address position a priority when practicing and playing. Pick a professional golfer with a body shape similar to your own, and try to copy their setup position. To see how you’re doing, look in the mirror, take a selfie or have a professional look at your setup. Good posture allows you to turn and swing easy and minimizes the chance of injury. Face and path at impact According to Trackman University the “Face angle is the most important number when determining the starting direction of the golf ball” and the “Club Path is the direction the club head is moving (right or left) at impact and is measured relative to the target line.” The face to path is the key factor in determining the expected curvature of a shot. If your face is open to your path at impact you will hit a fade/slice and if the face is closed to the path at impact you will hit a draw/hook. When you’re practicing, observe and access the curve of the shot. From that curve adjust your swing path, face angle and alignment to improve your shots. When you have good understanding of face and path, you’ll be able to make adjustments to your swing and change the shape of your shot. Equal practice time Putting, short game and full swing are the three main aspects of the game and they all deserve equal attention if you’re going to
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become a well-rounded golfer. If you have an hour of practice time, 20 minutes needs to be spent on each of these. As I mentioned earlier, start your practice with putting and short game first. By doing this, you’ll spend more time on it. Also, I recommend practicing your short game with only a few balls when putting and around the green. This is a more random practice approach which gives you better feedback on how you’re doing. If you have three balls and you have to go get those three balls every time you hit them, subconsciously and consciously you’re going to put more into each shot and in turn it’s going to give you better, more real game-like practice than if you hit dozens of balls from the same spot. On your full swing practice, make sure you pick a target to hit at as it will give your practice more real feel and it will help you to transfer your practice to the golf course faster. Professional help Develop a relationship with a professional. We’re here to help you enjoy and get the most out of your game. As a team, we have over 100 combined years of professional experience to help you improve your game. We’ll design a program that improves your golf game. A
We wish you many enjoyable sunny days on the course this year.
Matt Williams, 2016 Privileged Intermediate Member & 2016 Invitational Player GLENCOE LIFE Vol. 2, Issue 1 67
June 15 - 17, 2017 at The Glencoe Golf & Country Club
2016 Champion Jared du Toit
THANKS TO THE SPONSORS:
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Schedule of Events June 15 - 17, 2017
12 Monday INVITATIONAL QUALIFIER Sign-up is limited to the first 80 players, m ember or non-member. Cost: $200+/player, this cost will be applied to your entry fee should you qualify.
14 Wednesday INVITATIONAL COCKTAIL RECEPTION Come out and meet the players from 6 - 8 pm
15-17 Thursday - Saturday COMPETITION ROUNDS 8 – 11 am daily on The Forest
16 Friday 4 PM HORSERACE The low twenty players after round one will be invited to participate. This will be played on our Bridges 9-hole rotation. Members are invited to come out and watch the action. Spectating opportunity!
17 Saturday FINAL ROUND Members are invited to come out a nd watch the 2017 Champion be crowned. Spectating opportunity!
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This year's Champion will receive: • Crystal Keeper Trophy from Nova Scotia Crystal • Exemption to the final qualifying round f or the RBC Canadian Open to be held at the Glen Abbey Golf Club in Oakville, ON July 24 – 30, 2017. • Exemption into the ATB Financial Classic to be held at Country Hills Golf Club in Calgary, AB August 7 – 13, 2017 • Exemption into the Canadian Men’s Amateur to be held at The Toronto G olf Club & Islington Golf Club in Mississauga, ON August 7 – 10, 2017 • The top Alberta player will receive a spot on the 2018 Pacific Coast Amateur Team.
WE ARE LOOKING FOR INVITATIONAL SPONSORSHIP! The Glencoe Invitational has been a success the last two years! Our 2015 Champion, Conner Hayden, has turned Professional and our 2016 Champion Jared du Toit went on and finished as Low Amateur at the RBC Canadian Open and played his way into the final group. Every year we host these players they prove to be the future stars of the game! To ensure the lasting legacy of this prestigious nationally-ranked event, we need Friends of The Invitational to come forward and support this very special tournament. Our full sponsorship package can be found on our website: www.glencoeinvitational.com
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CONTACT LIST MANAGEMENT
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Greg Lundmark, CCM, CCE, Chief Executive Officer The Glencoe Club/The Glencoe Golf & Country Club...... 403-287-4158 Jan Bloemraad, General Manager The Glencoe Club ....................................................................... 403-287-4128 Mike Kenney, PGA, CCM, General Manager The Glencoe Golf & Country Club ....................................... 403-240-7385 Rick Cooke, CPA, CGA, CIM Mgr of Finance & Admin The Glencoe Club/The Glencoe Golf & Country Club ..... 403-287-4142
Dennis O’Byrne, Operations Manager .............................. 403-287-4108 Derwin Parker, Health & Safety Manager .......................... 403-287-4122 Duty Managers ......................................................................... 403-287-4350 Debra Hope, Member Services Supervisor ........................ 403-287-4107
ADMINISTRATION Janet Lipsett, Executive Administrator ............................... 403-287-4130 Mandy Martin, Member Services Manager ...................... 403-287-4140 Leigh Gerard, Membership Coordinator ........................... 403-287-4104 Ann Trussell, Membership Coordinator .............................. 403-287-4132 Suzanne Sourisack, Accounts Receivable ........................ 403-287-4135 Charlene Manty, Accounts Payable .................................... 403-287-4134 Brad Sluiter, CPHRi, Human Resources Manager .......... 403-287-4103 Monika Zwilling, Human Resources Generalist ............... 403-287-4127
BRIDGE Luncheon Reservations, Reception ................................. 403-243-2506
CREATIVE STUDIO Wendy Dypolt, Creative Studio Supervisor ....................... 403-287-4163 Eric Skilling, Digital Design Specialist ................................. 403-287-4143 Louise Bennet, Creative Studio Coordinator .................... 403-287-4183 Jana Volfova, Graphic Designer ........................................... 403-287-4182
FOOD & BEVERAGE Grille Room Reservations ................................................... 403-243-2506 Kevin Cucheron, Director of F&B ........................................ 403-287-4173 Charlene Davies, F&B Coordinator ..................................... 403-287-4161 Dean Kanuit, Executive Chef ................................................ 403-287-4150 Marc Badorek, F&B Service Manager ................................. 403-287-4164 Jack Phouthavong, F&B Operations Manager ............... 403-287-4148
GOLF Golf Shop ................................................ 403-242-4019 or 403-571-0055 Mike Kenney, PGA, CCM, General Manager ................... 403-240-7385 Kerry Watkins, AGS Course Superintendent .................. 403-240-3663 Julie Repp, Administrative Assistant .................................... 403-240-7377 Natasha Sawatsky, CMP Membership & Marketing Director ...................................... 403-240-7395 Laurie MacArthur, Accounts Receivable .......................... 403-240-7379 Joslyn Tokarchuk, Accounts Payable ................................ 403-240-7383 Judy Forshner, PGA Head Golf Professional .................. 403-240-7380 Steve Thomson, PGA Golf Shop Manager ....................... 403-240-7387 Ryan Anderson, PGA Head Teaching Professional ....... 403-240-7390 Bruce Campbell, Outdoor Services Manager ................. 403-240-7392 Paul Kenno, Assistant Food & Beverage Manager.......... 403-240-7384 Christophe Herblin, Executive Chef ................................... 403-240-7378
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RECREATION Suzette O’Byrne, Recreation Manager .............................. 403-287-4180 Jamie Tolan, Aquatics Director ............................................... 403-287-4114 Gordon Lam, Climbing & Outdoor Progr. Dir. .................. 403-287-4138 Ken Clarke, Fitness Director ................................................... 403-287-4169 Personal Trainers ...................................................................... 403-287-4175 Fitness Service Desk ............................................................... 403-287-4176 Cindy Nelson Bonyai, Youth & Teen Director................. 403-287-4168 Summer Daycamps (seasonal) ......................................... 403-287-4155
SERVICES Main Lobby ................................................................................ 403-287-4303 Sports Office .............................................................................. 403-243-7342 Barbara Consul, Childcare & Preschool Director ........... 403-287-4109 Barbie Jean, Pro Shop Manager ............................................. 403-287-4115 Physiotherapy Bookings ....................................................... 403-287-4179 Wellness Centre ........................................................................ 403-287-4178 Jessica Power Cyr, Wellness & Lifestyle Director .......... 403-681-2596
SPORTS Sports Office .............................................................................. 403-243-7342 Chris Jennings, Athletic Manager ........................................ 403-287-4112 Court Bookings ........................................................................ 403-243-7342 Program Registration ............................................................. 403-243-7342 Beth Richardson, Badminton Professional ..................... 403-287-4106 Bryan Moody, Badminton Professional ............................. 403-287-4316 Ardy Wiranata, Badminton Professional ............................. 403-287-4311 John Pearson, Bowling Director ............................................ 403-287-4145 Paul Webster, Curling Director .............................................. 403-287-4123 Scott Davis, Head Skating Professional .............................. 403-287-4317 David Duncalf, Head Squash Professional ........................ 403-287-4181 Suzie King, Associate Squash Professional ....................... 403-287-4184 Dietmar Rautenbach, Tennis Director ............................... 403-287-4110 Richard Danielson, Tennis Professional ........................... 403-287-4388 Gene Kelly, Tennis Professional ........................................... 403-287-4390 Neil Parker, Tennis Professional ........................................... 403-287-4378
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