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MANAGEMENT TEAM Club Manager Rob Cowan x2501 rob.cowan@fourseasons.com Member Relations Manager Vail Tolbert x2526 vail.tolbert@fourseasons.com Director of Sales Amy Crowell x2520 amy.crowell@fourseasons.com
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Director of Golf Paul Earnest x2531 paul.earnest@fourseasons.com
IN THIS ISSUE NOTE FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER CHAIRMAN’S CORNER MEMBERSHIP INCENTIVES GOLF NEWS AGRONOMY REPORT JUNIOR GOLF KIDS FOR ALL SEASONS PRO SHOP SPECIALS NEW YEAR’S EVE RECAP CARIBBEAN MEMBER COCKTAIL RECAP TENNIS NEWS HEALTH AND FITNESS UPCOMING EVENTS SPA AND SALON 1
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Director of Golf Course Operations John Cunningham x2494 john.cunningham@fourseasons.com Director of Sports Robin Scott x2522 robin.scott@fourseasons.com
2010 BOARD OF GOVERNORS Larr y LeVan, Chair Larr y Crowley Rick Mills Bob Sander Dina Schulz Kate Shema Robin Sims Marsha Tokerud Bob Shema
A NOTE FROM THE CLUB MANAGER
The largest professional golf event in Texas is the HP Byron Nelson Championship set at TPC Four Seasons May 17-23. Celebrating its 43rd anniversary, the Dallas-based PGA TOUR event managed by the Salesmanship Club of Dallas and its 500 member volunteers looks to be as exciting as ever! A couple of this year’s highlights include a brand new web site that you are encouraged to visit to see all the latest news and updates from sponsors to player commitments and ticket packages. You can find it at www.hpbnc.org. One interesting note is that there has been no ticket price increases over last year. Also, due to the last year’s addition of more Sports Club villa rooms, there are Four Seasons room packages available for members and tournament guests who want to make a week or a weekend of the tournament. You can call Reservations at 972-717-2499 to learn details. The Pavilion After Dark remains one of the most popular social scenes during tournament week. Entertainment, including Emerald City and Le Freak, are already set for the stage that is open Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings of the tournament. Admittance is included in the price of any ticket. The popular Kids Zone will have some enhancements to keep the kids engaged and there will be an HP Technology Zone to visit that features the latest in combining HP expertise to golf technology. A special tribute to tournament namesake Byron Nelson will be housed at Champions Way. And, look for the introduction of a new book by Mrs. Peggy Nelson - “Life with Lord Byron” - to be available that week. Tournament proceeds support the Salesmanship Club of Dallas Youth and Family Counseling Center and the J. Erik Johnson Elementary School in Oak Cliff. Last year’s tournament contributed $4.15 million to the cause.
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t our December “Year in Review” celebration for our Board and Committee members, we are excited to announce that Bob Swanson - “Swany” was awarded the prestigious Byron and Peggy Nelson Legacy Award. The award was initially conceived of eight years ago to acknowledge members who go far above the in their contributions to the Club and their service to fellow members while being respected by their fellow members and management for their efforts. Who better to have as a namesake for this award than Byron and Peggy whose mission was and is to always give of themselves. All who have received the award, the late John Coolidge, Joe Cleary and Robert Burns have shared the attributes of having a unique passion for the Club and their ability to connect with people, members and staff, to get things done and make a difference. Bob Swanson exemplifies these traits as well in his involvement over many years - MGA President, Golf Services Committee, Nelson Cup Committee, two Year Board of Governors chair through to today where he is sitting chair of the Handicap Committee. Like the others, he just can’t help himself to get involved and for that we area very thankful! Unbeknownst to Bob, his family joined the festivities during the presentation and it was emotional and heartwarming to see Bob accept this well deserved award from Peggy Nelson to the cheers of his fellow members and his family. If you see “Swany” around the Club be sure to congratulate him and thank him for his contribution to our club!
Rob Cowan Club Manager
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CHAIRMAN’S CORNER
member REFER A NEW GOLF
Receive a Complimentary Trip to FOUR SEASONS RESORT PUNTA MITA!
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t’s certainly an honor to be the new Chairman of the Board. My wife Sherri and I joined the club over 20 years ago, yet we still get a huge thrill out of bringing a guest to the club for the first time. Inevitably, they’re blown away by the facilities, but the Sports Club staff is the finest feature of our club, and we are all the beneficiaries. Congratulations go out to Bob Swanson, recent Byron and Peggy Nelson Legacy Award winner, who initially suggested I become involved in the committee process. I’m continually amazed at how responsive the club is to the operating committees of Golf Services, Green, Tennis, Fitness, and Social, Food, and Beverage. The Board of Governors and the respective committees are the sounding board for the membership, and we strive to live up to your expectations. This is due, in large part, to the management teams led by Rob Cowan, Paul Earnest, and Robin Scott, as they truly take our role seriously as advisory groups. We are fortunate to have the most experienced Board the club has ever assembled in 2010. Of the nine voting members, five were Chairman of their respective committees, and four have had multiple tenures on the Board—truly extraordinary! Your 2010 Board of Governors: Rick Mills, Bob Sander, Larry Crowley, Dina Schulz, Marsha Tokerud, Robin Sims, and Bob and Kate Shema (the power couple!) Our goal is always to serve the membership and make our club a world-class experience.
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Four nights in an Ocean View Casita at Four Seasons Resort Punta Mita (Complimentary upgrade to a suite, based on availability) Round trip tickets for two from Dallas Round trip airport transfers Unlimited golf at the 9 hole rate - $135per person/per day The new member will receive their choice of: The complimentary trip to Four Seasons Punta Mita and $5,000 in membership credit OR $10,000 in membership credit Promotion is valid March 1 - June 30, 2010. Applies to new golf memberships paid in full. To refer a new member or inquire about Sports Club membership, please contact Amy Crowell at 972-717-2520 or Amy.Crowell@fourseasons.com.
Finally, I don’t think the Committees and Board have ever been in healthier shape because of the leadership of outgoing Chairman Rocco Macri. Replacing Rocco brings to mind one of my favorite Thomas Jefferson quotes, when Jefferson was asked about following Benjamin Franklin as Ambassador to France. Jefferson aptly replied, “I succeed him. No one could replace him.” Sincerely yours, Larry LeVan Chairman of the Board of Governors 3
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Travel dates valid May 1 - December 20, 2010. (Blackout dates: November 22 - 28, 2010)
GOLF NEWS PERFECT YOUR SETUP TO IMPROVE YOUR SWING By Tim Cusick, Director of Golf Instruction
This posture won’t allow for a good pivot and having the body aimed too far right makes it difficult to make a correct takeaway.
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reating the proper setup is important for a number of reasons. For one, it’s an area in golf swing you can be perfect every time. If you have mistakes in your setup you have to compensate in your swing to adjust. Getting all your body parts to be aligned is a key element in having a proper setup. Additionally, you’d like to have your weight toward the “balls” of your feet as well as your back relatively flat and aligned with your neck. The mistake I often see is that the body parts are aligned to the right, the weight is back on the heels and the back is too rounded. This type of setup leads to a poor turn and the club going too far to the inside on the takeaway.
Starting with no mistakes. Weight is forward and the body parts match up.
Make your setup mistake free to give yourself a greater opportunity to make a proper swing.
UPCOMING GOLF EVENTS WGA Ringer Tournament March 13 - 14 9:00 a.m. both days | CWV Enjoy a great opportunity for a second chance! Post your first round score and then see how you can improve in round two. MGA Las Colinas Cup March 26 – 28 1:00 p.m. Friday 8:00 a.m. Saturday and Sunday Players are drafted into one of four teams at the Captain’s Party on Thursday night. Team compete over three days matchplay style using the Ryder Cup format.
Nine and Dine April 16 May 28 5.30 p.m. | CWV Join fellow golf members for nine holes of social golf on a Friday afternoon. Then enjoy dinner in the Members Lounge with your newfound golf buddies! WGA Member Guest Tournament April 23 - 24 9:00 a.m. shotgun | CWV The WGA sends out personal invitations for this fun and competitive event. Practice round on Friday followed by a cocktail reception. Tournament play to follow on Saturday.
Member / Member Tournament May 1 – 2 8:00 a.m. | CWV & TPC Select a golf buddy and enjoy two days of non-stop excitement on the course with fun formats for men’s and ladies teams. Wrap up the tournament with some yummy lunch and awards for the winning teams. SPORTSLINE
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TAKE THE 2010 CHALLENGE By Paul Earnest, Director of Golf
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s the warm weather approaches, the grass begins to awaken, and the birds start singing, it is time for many of us to hit the links more often. Like a New Year’s Resolution, I invite you to take my 2010 Challenge of improving your game by 20%. The measurement criterion is your handicap index. Simply, if you are a 10.0 handicap index, make it to your goal to be a sustainable 8.0 handicap index at the end of the year. In other words, let’s drop the handicap crutch and get you on your way to better golf. Here are some steps that you should consider in such a challenge: Honestly Evaluate Your Game. This was the first quote from our dear friend, Byron Nelson, on his keys to improvement. As golfers, we tend to ignore the things that need fixing and we practice the things that we like to do or are good at. Be honest with yourself and set a clear path to improve your worst skills. Take Instruction. We have six PGA Members on staff eager to make an impact on your golf game. Make one of us a part of the solution. Share your goals and we will help keep you on the path to be successful with this challenge. Manage the Golf Course. Golf is a game of strategy. Think ahead and about where you want to be on holes. Learn the percentages for each shot and improve your scores.
Get Fit. Whether you need more strength or more flexibility, both will benefit your game. Utilize the comprehensive offerings at the club to help you achieve the results. We have two Titleist Performance Institute certified staff members on property. Consider making your workout regimen tailored to your golf goals. Get Equipment That Fits You. As your body changes, so do the needs of the equipment to help you hit better shots. Whether talking balls or clubs, the technology over the past decade has done more for making it “personal” than in any other time in history. Get the right equipment for you and learn how to play your best. Hit the Best Shot You Can Each Time You Try. Repeat. If we are honest with ourselves, it is remarkable how many careless shots that we play when our mind is on everything but that shot. Or, we are so emotionally bothered by the previous shot (or hole) that we don’t allow ourselves a chance for success. Commit to not playing careless shots in 2010 and to simply try your best. Again, this is one of just two strategies Byron Nelson applied to himself prior to his 1945 streak of 11 straight wins. In closing, it is remarkable to me how simple this goal would be to achieve if we just put some of these suggestions into action and abandoned “the crutch” called a USGA handicap. If you want to accept the challenge, I invite you to email me at paul. earnest@fourseasons.com. I want to be a part of holding you accountable to your goal. I will have a special award for all of those members who achieve a 20% improvement in their game this year.
FROM GREEN TO BROWN... AND BACK AGAIN
By John Cunningham, Director of Golf Course Operations
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ll types of Bermuda grass turn a tan color and become dormant when temperatures are consistently below 55 degrees. Our playing surfaces here are Bermuda grass, which is a warm season turf (except for our bentgrass greens) and during this transition time in the fall the plant begins to store sugars and carbohydrates, which are stored throughout the plant during the winter months. The plant goes into a hybernation as a protection. The plants energy reserve that was stored in the fall is used during the winter months for survival.
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The green up and transition back to an actively growing plant begins when daytime ambient temperatures are consistently above 60 degrees and the soil temperature reaches 65 degrees in the root zone of the plant. Temperature, shade, soil moisture and cart traffic all are factors that effect transition in the spring. During the spring green up we will be fertilizing to provide adequate nutrition and reducing cart traffic to relieve stress on the plant as we ready our golf course for member and tournament play this spring.
JUNIOR GOLF/ KIDS FOR ALL SEASONS
If you have not visited Kids For All Seasons in a while, or you’re not even sure what we do, we invite you to stop by any time for a tour. We would love to show you our beautiful facility including A Toddler area for ages six months to three years, Kids area for five to eight year olds, Tween Room for ages eight years and up, as well as our new Play Ground. Kids For All Seasons has something for every age! Kids For All Seasons is the perfect place for your children while you enjoy a round of golf, a workout, or a quiet evening for two in the Members Lounge. We welcome you anytime!
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Easter Eggstravaganza Sunday, April 4 12:30 p.m. Shotgun Hunt $16 per child Meet by the outdoor jogging track All children welcome! Join us for an Easter Eggstravaganza! Don’t forget to bring your basket to collect eggs and other toys. Also, enjoy photos with the Easter Bunny, cooking decorating and fun Easter crafts. Byron Nelson Championship / KFAS HP Byron Nelson Championship / KFAS Kids For All Seasons will be closed May 17 - May 23 for the 2010 HP Byron Nelson Championship Tournament. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. We look forward to seeing you on Memorial Day – Monday, May 24!
Four Seasons Junior Golf Team Open to all Sports Club Juniors Ages 8-17 Compete against Vaquero, Royal Oaks and Gleneagles Weekly and year round instruction Perfect for any Junior hoping to play high school or college golf! Junior Clinics Every weekend Saturdays | 1:00 - 1:50 p.m. | Instruction on the driving range and short game area Sundays | 1:00 - 2:50 p.m. | Instruction and play on the golf course.
Summer Days at KFAS Get ready for Summer and join us at the Kids For All Seasons studio for a fun time any day of the week, from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Kiddos will enjoy weekly themes with daily crafts, movie time, video time, art and creative time, reading time and most important – time to just be a kid. Hours: Monday - Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Friday - Sunday 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Kids Night In - Fridays and Saturdays 6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. For reservations or more information, call KFAS at 972-717-2570 Photographed Upper Left: Tod & Tiffany Breitenwischer Lower Left: Mary Cathryn Rau and Talia Campbell.
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THE PRO SHOP
Luck ‘O The Irish Gold Coin Promotion Friday, March 12 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Draw a lucky coin to earn extra discounts!
Cleveland / Titleist Demo Day Saturday, March 13 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Driving Range 2010 is the Year of the Wedge...join fellow members on the Range to check out new products from Cleveland and Titleist and learn about the future of wedge grooves. All members are welcome to participate. Fashion Show Saturday, March 13 9:30 a.m. | Basketball Court Come watch our hand-picked models as they strut their stuff in the hottest new trends in golf, tennis and fitness fashion. All members are welcome. While you checkout the fashion, enjoy complimentary smoothies from Racquets and receive some awesome discounts!
Easter Egg Promotion Saturday, April 3 | CWV Find an egg and hop into the Pro Shop to find out your prize! (Must have tee time to participate)
Memorial Weekend Member Sale Saturday, May 29 – Monday, May 31 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. | Byron’s No Shoes, No Shirt, No Problem! Memorial Weekend means great discounts and deals from The Pro Shop.
Sweaty Bands Check out the Tennis Desk’s newest accessory! Sweaty Bands are made for the daintiest of women and girls who prefer to look put together while getting a bit sweaty. They are the ultimate exercise and sport headband, and can go right into the washing machine. Sweaty bands come in different sizes and patterns that fit your workout style. Pick up yours today at the Tennis Reception Desk!
Post Nelson Tournament Monday, May 24
1:00 p.m. shotgun | TPC
Not many can say they played in the footsteps of champions…
Now is your chance to play like the pros from the 2010 HP Byron Nelson Championship - the same tees, fairways, rough and pin placements. As you play you will follow the route of the 2010 champion around the golf course, kindly sponsored by Shotlink. Golf members only. Sign up on the Club website.
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Where Four Seasons Ballroom The Word Members and guests enjoyed an amazing “gyspy-style” evening starting with a lavish reception with hors d’oeuvres and cocktails, followed by a three-course dinner prepared by the Four Seasons Culinary Team. After dinner, all danced the night away to tunes by Mars Hill Band and had their fortunes read by our professional fortune tellers! We rang in the New Year with lots of bubbly and flutterfetti. Here’s to a prosperous 2010! Pictured 1 Sharon Kelley, Debbie Blackburn, Cat Vanderbloemen and James Bruno; 2 Kate & Bob Shema and Richelle & Kerry Neal; 3 Mary Burnham and Bob Chrampanis; 4 Jae Eun & Terry Yu; 5 JoAnn Terrill and Craig Uebele; 6 Collette & Keith Rosenkranz; 7 Mars Hill Band; 8 Valentina the Fortune Teller; 9 Sherri & Larry LeVan 10 Bancroft & Amity Mattei; 11 HAPPY NEW YEAR!
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EVENT RECAP What Caribbean Christmas Member Cocktail When December 11, 2009
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Where Byron’s The Word God bless the Marines! In December, we hosted our last cocktail of the year and supported the DFW Toys For Tots Foundation with lots of unwrapped gifts for the children in the metroplex. A huge thank you to all of those who came out to celebrate with us and for your generous donations. They meant the world to many children who would not have had a Christmas otherwise.
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Spring Escape Package
Members are invited to celebrate Spring at the Resort with our most popular package to date - the Escape Package. The specially priced package is ideal for active couples and families. It includes a two night stay in any room type, 25% off any resort activities including dining, golf, tennis, spa & salon and shopping. In addition, kids 12 and under dine for free when from the kids menus (excludes room service breakfast) The package is available now through the end of April with rates from $215 per night. Call Reservations at 972-717-2499 for more information. Enjoy the Nelson Championship from a Villa Room! With the addition of our new Sports Club Villa guest rooms last summer, we are now able to offer a variety of great accommodations during the HP Byron Nelson Championship for our Club members and their guests. Rates start at $450 per night, with a two night minimum stay. Friday and Saturday night only. For reservations, call the Private Reserve Line at 972-717-2591. When making your reservation, please reference the Sports Club Byron Nelson Villa Block. 9
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TENNIS TIP
John Mullman, Director of Tennis Instruction
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itting topspin is a very important part of controlling the point and playing high percentage tennis. Here are a few hints in making topspin a part of your game. First, make sure you drop the racquet head below the ball and hit through, finishing with the racquet around your shoulder. Second, make sure your hand is also below the ball at contact. Contact must also be out in from low to high. Third, one must accelerate when hitting up at the ball. This movement will bring control to your game, and will improve your margin for error giving you greater net clearance and depth.
UPCOMING TENNIS EVENTS Singles Tennis Ladder March 8 – August 15 Men and Women of all levels welcome to play singles! $25 per person – includes balls and all games (court fee applies on Indoor Court games) Players coordinate matches and play as much as you like! For more information, please call the Tennis Reception Desk at 972-717-2540.
SPORTS TALK By Robin Scott, Director of Sports
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pring is in the air!! And that means Tennis Competitors of Dallas (TCD) is in full swing. It makes me proud every season to hear visiting teams who are wowed by our facilities, but more so when they are very complimentary of our staff, and are genuine in their praise for our members’ friendliness and sportsmanship. Spring is also the time for the Tennis Singles Club Championships, with matchplay for all levels of players. Every year there are players who take the plunge and participate in the singles championships for the first time. Will it be you this year? It’s also the time when we start to think of beach vacations and pool season. Our fitness professional staff is ready to help you get swimsuit ready!! In addition to personal training, there are new training options this year to help you reach your goals including nutritional counseling with Erin Cooper and group training with Lynn Senter. Please contact the Fitness Desk for more details. Spring also leads us to summer when our junior programming will be in full swing beginning June 7. Our camp schedule will offer Swing, Serve and Splash camps, Tennis Camps, Golf Camps and more. I am confident that our camps are of the highest quality, with a superb group of instructors ready to serve your children throughout the summer months. Also, for the fourth year in a row, our pricing structure remains the same for our summer camps. So with the continued effort to improve our camps every year, the price value has never been better. Additionally, we will offer discount programs to encourage increased participation this summer. Details will be available in our Summerfest brochure, scheduled for March 1. Don’t forget our swim lesson program starting in June as well. Last year was our first full summer of group and private lessons at the new Family Pool, and our instructors found the pool to be a great learning environment for all ages. Stay tuned for club announcements with details for all of these exciting spring and summer programs and activities!
Singles Club Championship March 25 – 27 Men’s and Women’s Open, A and B Divisions welcome Thursday and Friday play after 6:00 p.m. Saturday play at noon, 6:00 p.m. - Awards and dinner Party & Awards following the finals on Saturday night. Dinner (Italian style) in Racquets. $30 – Tournament play and party $25 – Party only Register for the championship online at www.thesportsclubfourseasons.com.
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2010 SINGLES RACQUETBALL CHAMPIONSHIPS A Division Champion: Guillermo Trevino Runner Up: Frank Morogiello Consolation: Rex Billings B Division Champion: David Shaver Runner Up: Tim Cheek Consolation: John Mathis C Division Champion: Chris Brickman Runner Up: Bill Mattingly Consolation: Kevin Light Photographed: 2010 Singles Racquetball Champion - Guillermo Trevino and his son David (our future Club Champ!)
SPRING TENNIS LEAGUES March 8 - April 22 Indoor & Outdoor Courts | Weekly sign-up Beverages available at each league To join a league email list contact Jennifer Owen at jennifer.owen@fourseasons.com. Monday Night Men’s Pro-Am League 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. 4.0 & Above | Outdoor Courts 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Warm-up with a Pro (optional: $12 per person) $14 per person, per week Tuesday Night Mixed League Men & Women of all levels are invited! 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. $12 per person, per week Wednesday Morning Mixed League Men & Women of all levels are invited! 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. $12 per person, per week Thursday Night Mixed League Men & Women of all levels are invited! 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Warm-up with a Pro (optional: $12 per person) $14 per person, per week 2010 CLUB SOFTBALL SQUASH CHAMPIONSHIPS March 22 – 25 $45 per person includes balls, awards, food and beverages This year’s tournament is a championship draw with 1st round consolation. There will be an award presentation and cocktail party on Thursday night at 6:30 p.m. Entry deadline is March 21. For more information or to sign up, contact Nick Thurman at 972-717-2523.
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LEAGUES SPRING RACQUETBALL LEAGUES Monday Evening April 5 – June 21 4:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. For all levels of play Tuesday and Thursday “Early Bird” April 6 – June 21 6:00 a.m. – 7:30 a.m. For all levels of play Arrange your own match Wednesday Morning Ladies April 7 – June 21 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. For all levels of play Saturday Morning Men’s and Women’s Doubles Racquetball April 10 – June 21 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. For all Open, A & B players SPRING SQUASH LEAGUES Monday Noon April 5 – June 21 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. For Advanced A or A+ players Tuesday Evening Men’s and Women’s April 6 – June 21 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. For beginners and intermediate players Monday and Wednesday “Early Bird” April 5 – June 21 6:00 a.m. – 7:30 a.m. Wednesday Evening April 9 – June 21 4:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. For intermediate and advanced players All leagues are round robin format. Entry deadline is April 4. League entry fee is $55 and includes balls, awards and a player party at the conclusion of the league. Please register with Racquetball and Squash Professional Nick Thurman by calling 972-717-2523.
HEALTH AND FITNESS EXERCISE = INSURANCE By Brian Morse, Personal Trainer
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s members of a litigious society, we all realize the need to carry insurance. We do this for our medical health, homes, cars, etc. For most of us this insurance is necessary to minimize costs. Insurance for our flaw of excess food consumption is exercising. The largest part of our general public ignores exercise and continues spending money expanding their wardrobe the wrong direction. Exercise is the least expensive way for us to overcome our inabilities to maintain an optimal nutrition plan. Yet the majority of our population overlooks this very personal insurance opportunity. Exercise does an awesome job of eliminating our extra calories that we can easily consume. Exercise insures us against bone and muscle tissue loss, gives us extra energy and promotes increased strength. It also allows us to continue to do the activities we want to do as we age, reduces our stress and lastly improves our external appearance. As spring quickly turns to summer, evaluate your fitness portfolio and insure yourself with exercise. No matter what your goals in life are, exercising will guarantee you the best opportunity to reach those goals. If exercising was part of your lifestyle, remember to restart at a very slow and gradual pace. If exercise has never been a part of your lifestyle, please consider starting soon. The personal training team would love the opportunity to help you start or restart your path to fitness. We are one of the most experienced and talented fitness staff ever assembled at The Sports Club. Each trainer can navigate the most novice exerciser or challenge the most advanced. Allow one of us to assist in insuring your fitness lifestyle.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
FRIDAY, MARCH 12 6:00 - 8:00P.M. BYRON’S ENJOY COMPLIMENTARY DRAFT BEER AND APPETIZERS, AS WELL AS THE ANNUAL DART TOURNAMENT, HORSESHOES AND POOL TABLES!
Pub Trivia Happy Hour March 16 – Hosts: Bill Mattingly & Armando Yepes April 20 – Host: Sharon Kelley & Rick Timmons 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. The Pub ½ price pitchers of beer, cocktail and appetizer specials Prizes for the winning trivia team members
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Mommy & Me Afternoon Tea April 26 - May 8 Cafe on the Green 2:00p.m. – 5:30p.m. 24 hour advanced reservation required Minimum of 2 people Adults $40++ Children 5-12 $20++ Children under 5 are free
Sunday, May 9 Seatings from 10:30a.m. – 2:00p.m. Adults $59++ Children 5-12 $18++ Children under 5 are free Members Lounge and Byron’s
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SPRING HOPPING TREATMENTS
Ultimate Ultrasonic Facial Combines three advanced technologies to deliver maximum anti-aging results - Ultrasound Exfoliation, LED light Therapy and Ultrasound Product Infusion. Experience the ultimate in luxury to address your specific skin needs. SunFX Spray Tanning The unique combination of mineral salt bronzers and the approved cosmetic tanning agent DHA produce a truly remarkable instant tanning result. It’s an all-natural tanning solution with no alcohol, no artificial preservatives or Para bans, no perfumes, no odor. Anti-cellulite/Contouring Treatment An exclusive warm thermo reducing clay mask is applied to encourage fat breakdown and elimination. After a cool shower rinse, a contouring concentrate and reshaping serum are massaged onto the body using specific sculpting movements, which smooth connective tissue, break up fat and drain toxins. The essential sculpting treatment offers exceptional and rapid visible results. LAVENDER LULLABY PEDICURE
MOTHER’S DAY RELAX PACKAGE
There is nothing more relaxing than the soft smell of lavender. As you soak away layers of stress, feel the comforting sensation of floatation and bliss. Also, receive a free gift each time you reserve this special pedicure.
Pamper your Mom this year with a wonderful day in the Spa. Her luxurious experience includes a 50-minute Swedish Massage, a 50-minute Custom Facial, a Spa Manicure and Pedicure. Reserve her perfect gift today!
For more information or to reserve any of the treatments listed above, please call The Spa & Salon at 972-717-2555. SPORTSLINE IS DESIGNED AND PUBLISHED BY PRIVATE CLUB MARKETING, INC . © COPYRIGHT 2010