Mangia bene, vivi felice! (Eat well, live happy!)
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10 Upcoming Events
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38 Introducing Sports & Fitness Director, Connie Stark By Kate Spencer, Editor
18 Business News 21 Members to Know
Chair’s Message by Kevin Twohig
16 Burgundy’s News
business ________
CEO’s Message By John Pilcher
12 Spring Fashion Shows 15 Clubs within the Club
22 New Members
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24 Service Star Adreanne Yarber
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By Kate Spencer, Editor
Delivering a Dream Come True By Kate Spencer, Editor
family _____
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30 News for Families
26 Downtown Schedule
32 Family Calendar
27 Valley Schedule
fitness ______ 34 Move It or Lose It By Christine Cronin, P.T. 36 Wellness Services 40 Fitness News 42 Court Sports 44 Tennis News
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28 Events At-a-glance
on the cover ___________ Delivering a Dream Come True Cover Photo and Interiors by Ifong Chen Cover bride, member Janelle Brennan Design by Kasi Dunn
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Business | Chair’s message Signals
Good Leadership, Good Friends Make the Club Special
The Spokane Club Magazine
March/April 2012 Volume 46 No.4 USPS 000239 Communications Director/Editor Kate Spencer, 459-4535 Senior Designer/Web Manager Kasi Dunn, 838-8511, x118 Graphic Designer/Facebook Admin Courtney Mercz, 838-8511, x139 Advertising 459-4535 Endorsement by the management, membership or staff of the Spokane Club for product or services in paid advertising is neither expressed nor implied. Signals is published bi-monthly. Subscription rate is $1.00 an issue ($6.00 annually) and is part of monthly Spokane Club membership dues. Periodical postage paid at Spokane, Washington. Postmaster: Please send address changes to Signals, Spokane Club Magazine, 1002 W. Riverside Ave., Spokane, WA 99201
By Kevin Twohig, Board Chair
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Me and some of my pals relaxing in Burgundy’s Bar
hope this reaches you on a beautiful spring day, of course we had a lot of those in February so who knows! As my year as Chair of the Spokane Club Board winds down, I want to take the time to thank a couple of Board members who have really gone above and beyond for our Club. Taudd Hume and Richard Repp took on the arduous task of updating the Club’s Bylaws. The new Bylaws were approved by the Board at the January meeting and will be presented to the full membership for consideration at the annual meeting later this spring. Bill Simer may have thought he was going to have a quiet year as Treasurer, but it hasn’t turned out that way and we all owe Bill our thanks for the time and his good stewardship of the Club’s finances. I also really want to thank Shelley McDowell who has stepped in . Signals | The Spokane Club magazine | March/April 2012
wherever and whenever asked and filled several roles this year. Her experience has been, and will be, great for the Club. Here’s one of the things that makes this Club so great. I was standing in Burgundy’s Bar on a Friendly Friday evening in February with some of my favorite people: my wife Barb, son Kyle and daughter-in-law Anna. We were joined by one of Spokane Club’s emerging-leaders, Jonathan Mallahan, and his wife Allison. Jonathan does great work for the City as the liaison for all the neighborhood councils. Anyway I was struck by the incredible vitality of the Club. People of all ages and all walks of life. On a night like this, you can run into old friends like Bob Filo and his wife Barb and new friends like Jonathan and Allison. The Club is a second home for us and a place to relax and enjoy good company. See you at the Club.
Club Management CEO . John Pilcher 459-4230 . jpilcher@spokaneclub.org Human Resources Director . Fran Bresnahan 459-4577. fbresnahan@spokaneclub.org Sales & Marketing Director . Jon Fine 459-4240 . jfine@spokaneclub.org Communications Director . Kate Spencer 459-4535 . kspencer@spokaneclub.org Sports & Fitness Director . Connie Stark 459-4570 . cstark@spokaneclub.org Restaurant & Private Dining Director/ Executive Chef . Urs Moser umoser@spokaneclub.org Clubhouse Director . Stuart Dimmel 838-8511 x260 . sdimmel@spokaneclub.org Accounting Manager . Lea Rogers 459-4232 . lrogers@spokaneclub.org Director of Tennis Operations . Jeff Urie 535-3554 . jurie@spokaneclub.org
Business | CEO’s message
Member Use is the Key to a Vibrant, Healthy Club By John Pilcher, CEO
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hank you. Thank you. Thank you to those of you who are using your Club membership to your full benefit. Did you know that the “average” Club member spends an additional $120 per month over and above their dues on things ranging from personal training to a quiet dinner in Burgundy’s? Of course some members spend thousands. But the critical point here is that usage of the Club is what makes a private, non-profit club like ours a success. It is only through your active use of the Club that we can continue to thrive. Speaking of taking advantage of your membership, we’re launching a yearlong growth campaign that could greatly benefit YOU, our current members. The campaign is titled “Who Do U Know?” and it asks each of you to consider a special friend or colleague who would enjoy belonging to your club. Imagine sharing a workout, a great meal in Burgundy’s or one of our special events with someone you respect and admire. We all have busy lives, and the Club offers so many great ways to stay connected with the ones who matter most to us, personally and professionally. This member referral program not only has long-term benefits for the Club’s
health, but some great rewards for our current members’ enjoyment too. You can earn up to $500 in “Club Cash” to be used for any extra spending around the Club (other than dues) for bringing in a new family membership. And that’s just one of the member category benefits we’re offering to our current members. New members also help spread the operating cost of the Club across a larger membership base, helping us keep our dues at an affordable level. Those are both big incentives to help us grow membership. Are we worried about an “over-crowded” club? Not in the least. The Club had over 3,500 memberships 8 years ago and it currently has 2,750. At 3,500, some parts of the Club were pretty full. Today, only our tennis facility is experiencing capacity issues and we are taking great care not to add more members there in excess of our maximum capacity.
Who do U know that you can introduce to the Club? The answer can make a world of difference.
We typically need to add around 400 new memberships each year just to hold steady at that 2,750 level. This is to offset our typical loss of members through relocations, health issues, deaths, financial hardships and other resignations. Our goal for this campaign is to add 500 new members this next year for a net increase of approximately 100 new members. Please join us in this campaign to keep the Club successful and vibrant. Who do U know that you can introduce to the Club? The answer to that question, and the action you take on your answer, can make a world of difference. I started my message to you with words of thanks and now, I’d like to add some action to those words. I’m excited to tell you that we’re adding two new special member values this Spring both offered exclusively in Burgundy’s Bar: Start your first meeting of the day with a $1 Specialty Coffee Drink. See page 17 for the details. For those of you who are daily coffee drinkers, this should be a real value to you. This special offer runs from March 1 through April 30th. And now, introducing the brand new Saturday Social! This gathering will run every Saturday from March 24 through June 16th. Drop by the Social from 4-6 pm and enjoy special Happy Hour pricing on our great appetizers and beverages. You’ll also enjoy complimentary samples of our tasty Flat Bread. Membership does have its rewards, and for those of you who have been members for 10 consecutive years or longer, your first well drink is on the house! This social builds on the success of our Friendly Fridays and echoes the theme of gratitude historically celebrated at our holiday complimentary Tom and Jerry parties that continue to be so well attended. Thanks again and see you at the Socials! www.spokaneclub.org | March/April 2012 |
Club Catering:
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Delivering a
Dream
Come True
By Kate Spencer, Editor
Photography by Ifong Chen
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or all the skeptics out there, here’s an important truth: dreams really do come true. All it takes is a lot of hard work, planning and commitment. A little luck doesn’t hurt either. Just ask any wedding planner. At the Club, that planner is Jackie Kiley. Her official title is Club Catering Manager, but she’s actually the Dream Maker. “I love to help make people’s dreams come true. Spending time with couples and their families, listening to their ideas and how they picture their wedding or other milestone events is a great process. From their initial vision, we build menus, room settings and the décor. The entire process is creative and collaborative.” The collaboration happens on multiple layers and is ongoing until the dream event is realized. From the very first planning meeting to the very last glass removed from the table at the end of the celebration, a synchronized team of Club catering professionals is at your service.
The planning process begins with booking a meeting with Jackie to discuss the look, feel and budget of the special event. She goes over menu options and how those can be customized, as well as room options based on the number of attendees, Club hotel accommodations for out-oftown guests and all the little details that go into making a special event a big success. Once the plan is in place, Adreanne Yarber, the Club’s Catering Coordinator, puts the plan into action. Customer care, support and follow through are key commitments for a truly special event and the Club’s Catering team embodies these qualities. Working closely with Executive Chef Urs Moser
and his kitchen staff, the teams come together to deliver a dream come true for their customers. “One of the things that really sets us apart from other venues in town is our flexibility to our customers needs,” says Jackie. “We’re sensitive to their schedules, their resources and the stresses that come from putting on what, for most of them, will be one of the biggest events of their lives.” In the process of providing that personal touch, personal bonds can be formed. Members and guests are happy to praise the difference those connections can make not only to their events, but also to their lives.
“ Knowing our guests enjoyed themselves as
much as we did is a testament to the Spokane Club’s capabilities in hosting our event.” — Janelle Brennan
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“My experience with The Spokane Club for my daughter Elizabeth’s Sept, 2011 wedding could not have been better,” says Victoria Ferro. “Being from New York and New Jersey and having owned a bridal salon there, I knew I wanted this to be an elegant, yet fun affair. The planning for this started almost 18 months prior to the event. Jackie Kiley worked with us as if this were her own event, guiding us through the process seamlessly and with the utmost of professionalism.” “During this time, my husband, Ken, unexpectedly passed away and time stood still for a period for us. Jackie made sure the Spokane Club knew of our loss and were there for us. When we got back into wedding planning mode, no one missed a beat. From Chef Urs to the wait and hotel staff, everyone made us feel like this was ‘the Spokane Royalty Wedding of the Year.’ It was elegant, fun, approachable and classy. My late husband would have loved it and the staff, especially Jackie, became a part of our ‘family’”. “As the manager of Audrey’s Boutique, I have never hesitated to recommend the Spokane Club to my clients for their receptions or events. I can’t thank the staff enough for making this our own Royal Wedding of the Year.”
Treating every guest like royalty and every bride like a princess is a tall order to fill. Part of what makes the Spokane Club so successful at it is that in addition to an incredible staff, the Club offers a wide variety of complimentary services all under one roof. Are members or guests of the wedding party coming from out of town? The Club hotel graciously welcomes them. Is a rehearsal dinner in the works? A place by the fire in the Library makes a cozy spot. Would the wedding party like to have a workout before the big day? The Club’s Conditioning Room and Pool is happy to accommodate. Would the bride and her bridesmaids like a special space to drink champagne while the finishing touches are made to their hair, makeup and dresses? The Crystal Room and the beautifully renovated Gourmet Room are both wonderful choices. . Signals | The Spokane Club magazine | March/April 2012
“ Every detail was taken care of and the staff was eager to help make our day as carefree as possible.”
“We chose the Spokane Club for our wedding reception and as the main hotel for our guests to stay during our wedding weekend,” says Janelle Brennan. “For our wedding day, the Club accommodated us with two meeting rooms in which to get ready. Having our family and wedding party on site, as well as the hair stylists and makeup artists, was so convenient.” “Our wedding reception was perfect. From the personalized attention we received from Jackie Kiley during the planning stages to the gracious catering staff to the appetizers, champagne, and thank you note in our room at the end of the night (we still can’t believe they thanked us!), every detail was taken care of and the staff was eager to help make our day as carefree as possible.” “To top it off, we still hear from our friends and family about how impressed they were with the facilities and the food. Knowing our guests enjoyed themselves as much as we did is a testament to the Spokane Club’s capabilities in hosting our event.”
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Practice really does make perfect and the Club’s catering team has collective decades of perfecting their skills. The leader of the Catering team, Jackie Kiley, came to the Club from the Red Lion Hotel where she worked for 15 years as the Catering Manager. Her specialty areas were social events, daily events and conventions. Drawn to the classic elegance of the Club’s architecture and the opportunity to create more personal, intimate gatherings, Jackie moved to the Club in 2010. Since that time, she’s been wining raves—and new business for the Club—by doing what she does best: helping people make beautiful memories. A proud Father of the Bride, John Zeimantz has many fond recollections of his daughter Anna and her husband, Murphy’s wedding and reception at the Club. “The Club’s catering services and Jackie Kiley did a fabulous job,” says John. “Their work was excellent and much appreciated. The wedding and the reception following were truly memorable. We received many compliments from guests about the great time they had sharing Anna and Murphy’s wedding day.” “The guests especially commented on the wonderful food at the reception and the excellent service by staff. I know Anna was very pleased with everything and has many happy memories of her special day.”
Weddings and other milestone occasions like birthdays, anniversaries, retirement parties and memorial services are very special events. But making everyday gatherings attractive and accommodating is part of the Catering team’s daily mission. Those daily events include business meetings, small conferences, seminars and workshop, guest lecturers, office parties and clubs-within-the-Club events like Cellar Dwellers. From the Club’s grand Georgian Ballroom, which easily accommodates 250 people, to the private, intimate feel of the City Hall Room, which seats 10, the private boardroom-style Riverside Conference Room that seats 14, to the Cutter Room, that provides a stand up reception for 150, the Club has a venue to suit a wide variety of needs. Of these venues, the Georgian Ballroom, City Hall, the Riverside Conference Room and the recently-completed Gourmet Room have all undergone major renovations in the past two years. And still, for many, these rooms may be one of the best-kept secrets at the Club. “I don’t think members really realize what we have here for them,” says Jackie. “I would love to see more members use these services and see for themselves what we have done to bring greater value to their membership. With Chef ’s amazing culinary gifts, Adreanne’s skill for executing on event plans, and a dedicated service staff, we’ve got an incredible team and an amazing array of services here for our members.” . Signals | The Spokane Club magazine | March/April 2012
We make more than just wedding dreams come true! Mostly Merlot is the signature event of Cancer Patient Care, an organization dedicated to serving cancer patients and their families for generations. A very satisfied customer, CPC sings the praises of the Club’s Catering services! “It has been a joy for me to work with Jackie Kiley and the Spokane Club for the last two years. Cancer Patient Care’s biggest fundraising event, our 17th Annual Mostly Merlot, A Winemaker’s Dinner has been held at the Club for more than 10 years, and we feel that the beauty of the venue and the outstanding service are a large part of our success.” “Jackie and the staff accommodate our every need, and go above and beyond to create a welcoming and elegant ambiance. I have been so pleased with the level of excellence that we are also holding my daughter’s wedding here in July!” — Melissa Halverson Development Director Cancer Patient Care
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An Evening with
Cami Bradley Don’t miss this rising indie-Pop star! With two critically acclaimed albums, Cami Bradley is on her way to a major musical career. Catch her act at the Club!
Friday, March 23 Opening A ct: The Ho
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8:00 pm; Doors open at 7:00 pm $10/Members and $12/Non-members Call 838-8511 for tickets
St. Patrick’s Day at Burgundy’s Catch the St. Patrick’s Day parade on Saturday, then head to the Club to get your “Irish” on. Enjoy amazing drink specials for our members from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. Irish Coffees, Baileys on the rocks and Guinness bottles for just $2 each. An amazing ala carte menu, friends and family, green beer and lively Irish music will bring out the Leprechaun in everyone. Make sure you put Burgundy’s on the top of your list for what is going to be a great St. Patrick’s Day. Traditional Irish fare such as corned beef and cabbage, lamb stew and lamb burgers are part of the ala carte menu that will be offered all day starting at 11:00 am. Weather permitting we will be opening up the Terrace. Erin go Bragh! Saturday, March 17; 11:00 am
An Evening with Cami Bradley No stranger to performing in front of thousands of people, Cami Bradley is a musical prodigy who added indie-Pop to her repertoire with the release of two critically acclaimed albums in 2009 and 2010. Cami’s songs cover a wide range of real-life stories with soulful emotion that leave audiences transfixed and wanting more. All ages welcome. Friday, March 23; 8:00 pm; Doors Open: 7:00; Spokane Club Showroom $10/Members; $12/Non-members
Event Cancellation Policy No refunds or exchanges will be made for ticketed Club events, Best of Broadway or Symphony shows. Members who make cancellations after the stipulated deadline for all non-ticketed events will be charged half of the event price for all guests in their reservation.
Calling all kids! The Easter Egg Hunt is on its way and the Club wants you to be there to enjoy all the fun. Golden eggs with special prizes, candy, a petting zoo, hot chocolate, cookies and more are all yours this year at the annual egg hunt. Make your way out to the Valley for an afternoon the whole family will enjoy. Bring your smiles and we’ll bring the baskets! Reservations required, call 838-8511 or reserve online at spokaneclub.org. Cancellations must be made by April 4 to avoid charges to your account. Saturday, April 7; 2:00 – 4:00 pm; Valley; $12++ per child
Easter Brunch Spring is coming! What better way to celebrate than by bringing family and friends to the Club for this special Easter event! A wonderful brunch buffet will be set in the Georgian and the Cutter room. Chef Moser’s menu will include an array of pastries, eggs, breakfast meats, salads, seafood, pasta and desserts. Reservation required, call 838-8511 or reserve online at spokaneclub.org. Cancellations must be made by April 5 to avoid charges to your account. Sunday, April 8 10:00 am – 2:00 pm $34++ adults; $16++ ages 6-12 $10++ ages 5 and under
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Awaken Spring Fashion Show & Luncheon Wednesday, April 25 We’re awakening spring with even more boutiques and fashions than ever before! Katze Boutique joins Chico’s and Audrey’s as our beautiful ladies walk the stage to model gorgeous ready-to-wear spring and summer styles. Enjoy a delicious lunch and listen to detailed descriptions of each outfit accompanied by Steve Ridler on the piano. Attendees will leave with a new sense of style and gift certificates from each of our participating retailers. Reserve your space by calling 838-8511 or reserve online at spokaneclub.org. Cancellations must be made by April 22 to avoid charges to your account.
Wednesday, April 25 11:00 am – 1:00 pm $22 inclusive
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BEST BOUTIQUES
RUNWAY SHOW Friday, April 27
Best Boutiques Runway Show presents ColorSplash! Toss those winter clothes to the back of the closet, grab your girlfriends and get your color on! Our Best Boutiques style experts are back and they are bringing the hottest spring trends from the fashion world with them. This is THE fashion and BFF event of the season! Here’s just a sampling of what’s planned for the night: • Hot designer fashions from A Finer Moment, Serendipity, Fringe, Finders Keepers and Tangerine boutiques • Signature ice bar with amazing cocktails • Meet-and-greet with boutique owners and models • Complimentary Prosecco and sweet bites at our delectable dessert bar • Swag bags stuffed with coupons and goodies • Shopping, shopping, shopping!!!
Friday, April 27; 7:00 pm Grand Georgian Ballroom, Clubhouse Lobby & Library Members: $30++; Non-members: $40 inclusive
This is a ticketed event. To purchase your tickets, call the Front Desk, 838-8511. All sales are final; no refunds or exchanges. www.spokaneclub.org | March/April 2012 | 13
Social | events
Upcoming May Events
Cinco de Mayo Fiesta in Burgundy’s
Run, don’t walk to the Club for a Cinco de Mayo party! Bloomsday weekend gets even better because Burgundy’s is dishing up delicious Mexican food and hard to beat deals on frosty Mexican Beer and delicious Margaritas! Add some “fiesta” to Bloomsday and enjoy a delicious Mexican Buffet, our own El Diablo margaritas surrounded by festive decorations and south-of-the-border music. Reservations required, call 838-8511. Saturday, May 5; 5 :00 – 9:00 pm; $10.95++
Bloomsday Pre-Race Fun on the Terrace
terrific morning. Enjoy Bloomsday, one of the largest road races in the U.S.A. from the comfort of the Club’s terrace. Cheer on runners with great party favors like noise makers and indulge in a morning drink special. Reservations required, call 838-8511. Sunday, May 6; 8:45 –10:15 am
Burgundy’s Bloomsday Brunch! New this year! Enjoy a breakfast buffet before the race or after. Reservations required, call 838-8511. Cancel by May 3 to avoid charges to your account. Sunday, May 6 Breakfast Buffet 7:00 – 10:00 am Brunch Buffet 11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Make sure you get to the Club early to avoid the craziness and get ready for a
2012 Calendar of Events January 13
Ice Wine Event & Case Sale
February 1
First Quarter Wine Club Wines Available for Pick-up
February 29 April
Special Wine Event with Josh Wade of Nectar Wine trip to Chelan
May 1
Second Quarter Wine Club Wines Available for Pick-up
July 18
Wine Tasting & Case Sale
August 1 October 17 November 1
Third Quarter Wine Club Wines Available for Pick-up Wine Tasting & Case Sale Fourth Quarter Wine Club Wines Available for Pick-up
Members of the Cellar Dwellers Wine Club enjoy regular wine tastings and educational flights, quarterly bottles of wine, quarterly events like dinners and trips, special case offerings at up to 40% off, 10% off all wine purchased in Burgundy’s and Burgundy’s Lounge, and no corkage fees. Membership is $25 per person, per month or $35 per couple, per month. For more information, contact the front desk at 838-8511 or Paul Viren at paul@virenandassociates.com. 14 . Signals | The Spokane Club magazine | March/April 2012
Save the date!
Comedian Dan Cummins
Two years ago, Dan Cummins performed to a sold-our crowd in our first-ever live entertainment showroom event. Dan returns Mother’s Day weekend with a great new show that will have you laughing out loud! Stay tuned for more details in Club Connect. This is a ticketed event, to purchase call 838-8511. All sales final, no refunds or exchanges. Friday, May 11; 8:00 pm doors open at 7:00 Spokane Club Showroom; $15/ticket Ages 21 and over only!
Social | clubs
Are You An Adventurer? Have you climbed a mountain, been charged by a Silverback Gorilla, taken a camel ride in Egypt? What about antiquing in Paris, seeing the sun come up in Bali or going on an archeological dig in Africa? Or maybe your adventures are closer to home, like hiking part of the Lewis and Clark trail, or fly-fishing in Montana or discovering Washington state for the very first time. Whatever your adventure is, we’d love to hear from you. We’re putting together a social gathering, (or a series of them!) to share stories from our Club Adventurers. If you would like to be part of it, please contact Kate Spencer at kspencer@ spokaneclub.org. Happy Trails!
Club’s Within the Club Book Club Second Wednesdays at 7:00 pm Contact: Kay Lester, 838-2862 March: City of Theives by David Benioff April: In Other Rooms, Other Wonders by Daniyal Mueenuddin
Cellar Dwellers Wine Club
Celebrate wine, friendship and adventure with this dynamic group. Contact: 459-4239
Children of the Sun Investment Club
Last Wednesdays at 5:30 pm Contact: Max Johnston, 924-0018
Wednesday Bridge Luncheon
Third Wednesdays at 11:30 am For more information, call 459-4239.
Partners Evening Bridge
Second Tuesdays at 7:00 pm Reserve by the Friday before. Contact: Marge Folsom at 443-9377
Chess Club
Fourth Tuesdays at 7:00 pm
Singles Club
Second and Fourth Fridays at 6:00 pm Contact: Steven True, 991-8820 www.spokaneclub.org | March/April 2012 | 15
Burgundy’s | news
Music, Music, Music in Burgundy’s Bar
Line Up Monday Night
1/2 Off Bottled Wine Night
Spice up your Monday nights in Burgundy’s Restaurant and Lounge with 1/2 off selected bottles of wine. Happy Hour 4:00pm - close
Now every Thursday and Friday We have a terrific selection of beers on tap, wines by the glass (or bottle), great cocktails and a Happy Hour menu that goes all night! Kick off the weekend and enjoy great live music by some of Spokane’s best acoustic musicians including Kari Marguerite, Just Plain Darin, Mike Dwyer, Mick Croon and more. Thursdays and Fridays
Tuesday Night
New Hours 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Pizza Night
Come enjoy our amazing pizzas for an amazing value every Tuesday! Any regular menu large pizza from our new Bistro oven for $10.
Chef’s International Dinners
5:00 - 9:00pm; Happy Hour 4:00pm - close
Wednesday Night Ladies Night
Grab your girlfriends and come into Burgundy’s Bar – we are offering $1 off all Happy Hour plates and Signature Martinis. 4:00 - 9:00pm Piano Bar featuring Steve Ridler 6:00 - 9:00pm
Thursday Night
Happy Hour 4:00pm - close; Adults only Live music by Kari Marguerite & Mick Croon!
Friday Night
Friendly Fridays
Unwind after the week with Friendly Fridays: a celebration of friendship, fun, and food. Complimentary appetizers and select drink specials. Fridays; 4:00 - 6:00pm; Happy Hour 4:00 - close; Adults only Live music by Mike Dwyer & Just Plain Darin! Prime Rib Night
Burgundy’s has special prime rib for you every Friday night! Fridays; 5:00 - 9:00pm
Burgundy’s will be closed Easter Sunday: April 8
Inspired by Chef Mario Batalli and his restaurant Babbo. Antipasti
Crostini salmone
Primi
Goat cheese ravioli dried orange dust arugula
Secondi
Poached Rabbit loin creamy polenta pancetta, radicchio
Pesce
Seared sturgeon cauliflower olive lemon jam
Carne
Roasted veal loin vanilla porcini essence
Dolci
Hazelnut chocolate semifreddo March 29; 6:30pm; Library $55++ per person Accompanying wine $35++ extra per person
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Springtime Saturday Social We’re abuzz with excitement!
Don’t miss our NEW Springtime Saturday Social and 10+ years Member Appreciation Gathering. Saturday is a wonderful day to visit Burgundy’s Bar to enjoy our fabulous extended Happy Hour and all the great food and drink specials it offers. For those who have been members for 10 consecutive years or more, your first well cocktail, draft beer or glass of house wine is on us between 4:00 and 6:00 PM every Saturday in spring! To kick-start your appetite, everyone will enjoy a complimentary sample of flatbread fresh from our new Woodstone oven in Burgundy’s.
Every Saturday March 24th through June 16th 4:00pm to 6:00pm Happy Hour specials until close Burgundy’s Bar Happy Hour prices apply First drink is free for 10+ years members Guests welcome with members. Front desk will verify membership years and provide ONE drink ticket for 10+ year members.
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Business | news
Membership Card Update
Mentoring Mixer and Power Panel Join fellow Club members as we officially kick off the Spokane Club’s new Mentoring the Next-Generation program. After work or your work-out, come grab a drink, and meet and mix with other members in a casual and friendly environment. Listen while our own CEO, John Pilcher, moderates a panel of Mentors and Next Generation professionals in a educational and thought-provoking discussion about the power of mentoring relationships. You will have the opportunity to meet our Mentors and learn more about this great new program to match our best with tomorrow’s brightest. Reservations are recommended, call 838-8511. Thursday, March 22; 4:30 – 6:00 pm Georgian Room; No charge
New Member Orientation You’re new to the Spokane Club and this casual, informative orientation will help you learn more about the Club with great facts and tips to help you maximize the value of your membership. Come enjoy a complimentary drink and some delicious appetizers while you hear from clubhouse and athletic staff during this informative 45-minute presentation. Ask questions, get your new membership card and take another tour of our wonderful facilities, if you wish. Afterwards, head into Burgundy’s for some live music and our late-night happy hour specials. There is no charge, but reservations are preferred. Contact Crissy Benage, 459-4242 or Carol McQuaid, 535-3554 to reserve your space! Thursdays, March 29 & April 26; 6:00 pm 18 . Signals | The Spokane Club magazine | March/April 2012
In order to protect the Spokane Club’s private membership status, every member who enters the Club at designated fitness locations or in Burgundy’s and our delis, must scan his or her membership card, or have it scanned by Spokane Club staff. Although many members become familiar faces around the Club, the card scanning policy helps stop unauthorized use by non-members and members who have been suspended or left the Club. Also, the use of membership cards creates a more safe, efficient and distinctive entrance environment for everyone. Replacement cards will be $10, unless the card becomes demagnetized or when a new card is required for youth expired cards. For those with lost or missing cards, be sure to tell the Hotel desk or Fitness entrance staff so they can order you a new card. We completely understand that you may occasionally forget or misplace your membership card; however, a member who refuses to comply with our card-scanning policy will be subject to disciplinary action as stated in member bylaws.
Greetings, Super Members! Let me introduce myself. I am U! That’s right, I’m a Super Member of our super Club. You’re going to be seeing a lot of me this year, so if anyone asks, just tell them I’m U. I’m here to tell you about a new member referral program that rewards members just like you for bringing in new members to our Club. You can earn up to $500 in Club Bucks to use for all kinds of Club services—and you can earn that over and over again for each person you refer who becomes and stays a member at the Club! Want more info? Just call 459-4240 or email jfine@spokaneclub.org So, tell me, Who Do U Know that needs to become a member of the Club?
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Exclusive Evening of Single Malts and Fine Dining
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society Tasting & Dinner Friday, May 18
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society of America and the Spokane Club are honored to host this very special Scotch Malt Whisky Tasting event. The SMWSA will present five of its rare and unique single cask, single malt Scotch whiskies. You will be guided through the world of whisky, from production to the finer points of single malt tasting. The select expressions will be paired with a fabulous five-course dinner created by Chef Urs Moser. SMWSA members are invited to participate in this unique and prestigious evening. Please join us. Business formal, jacket preferred. Reservations are mandatory. Call the Spokane Club at (509) 838-8511. Special hotel rate of $85 for those attending. Limited to 90 attendees.
1002 W Riverside, Spokane WA Reception 6:30 –7:00 pm Tasting and Dinner 7:00 – 9:00 pm $75++ per person
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Business | new members
Welcome to our New and Returning Members!
Ryan T Fix*, Chief Business Officer, Family Home Care & Hospice, and Beth K Fix; Sponsored by Catherine Santangelo and Cody Coombs
Ron Albinson, Admin Assist, Ecolite Manufacturing Co; Sponsored by Raelene Albinson and Thomas Albinson
Yen Chen, Microsoft, and Wendy Chang, Resident Physician, Inland Empire Hospital Services; Sponsored by Ken Roberts
Joshua Tyler Frakes, Pilot, USAF, and Arrie Anna Frakes; Sponsored by Ryan Moore
Chad Bemis, Engineer, Kiewit Power Contractors; Sponsored by Jeff Bemis and Richard Clemson
Kayla Dahmen, Marketing Specialist, Inland Imaging, sponsored by Patricia Dahmen and Michael Dahmen
Jeff Galloway, Associate, Etter, McMahon, Lamberson ETAL; sponsored by Jennifer Underwood and Ray Clary
Nina Berg, Property Manager, Berg Property Management, and Nathan Allen, Accountant; Sponsored by Randy Berg
Adrian DaSilva, Mortgage Loan Originator, Northwest Equity Solutions; sponsored by Donald Morgan and Brooks Sackett
Randy Gehlen*, Regional Manager, Wells Fargo, and Julie Gehlen; Sponsored by Josh Stirpe and Rick Roddis
Justin Bosch; Sponsored by David Bosch
Sara Douville, Account Executive, Desautel Hege Communications, and Jake Douville, Quinn Group; sponsored by Kristen Paul and Andrei Mylroie
Jeff Hart*, Owner, U District PT, and Melanie Hart, Dental Hygienist, Dr. Jodi Funk; Sponsored by Brian Cronin and Michael Nilson
Catherine P Estremera*, CRNA, Southwest Medical Center
Stephen C Heintz, Senior Attorney, Spokane County, and Patricia Valdes, Social Worker, Hospice of Spokane; Sponsored by Scott Mason and Rita Zarrozua
Paige Browning; Sponsored by John Richardson and Connie Richardson John Buller*, Sales Rep, Salesforce, and Kara Hodgins, RN, Sacred Heart; Sponsored by Paul Buller Peter Chase*, CEO, Purcell Systems INC, and Amy Chase, Yoga Instructor; Sponsored by Jerry Tombari
Tom Farrell*, Attorney, Law Office of Tom Farrell, and Dawnelle Farrell; Sponsored by Dave Gardner
Mica Hendrickson, Admin Assist, Justus Bag Company, and Connor Fuhrman, Wildlife Research Biologist, Idaho Dept. of Fish & Game; Sponsored by Jonathan Van Keulen and Scott Rudy Patricia Horobiowski, Construction Tech, Avista Utilities; Sponsored by Jill Ham Alison Joseph, Graphic Designer; sponsored by Sam Joseph Sean King, Business Development Rep, Salesforce; Sponsored by Patrick Presley and David Amaro Joey Kink, General Manager, Alsco, Inc. Cindy Knutson, Stylist, 12th Street Salon, and Tim Roth, Sr Software Eng., Adobe Systems, Inc.; Sponsored by Candy LaPlante Jon Lemberg*, CFO, Inland Group, and Bridget Lemberg; Sponsored by Brian Cronin Pamela Lund, CEO, Girl Scouts of E. WA and N. Idaho, and Charles Lund; Sponsored by Donald Spencer J. Christopher Lynch, Asst Professor, Gonzaga Law School, and Elizabeth Lynch; Sponsored by John Nelson and Theresa Reuter * denotes families with minor children
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Victoria Macabinguil* and Irlo Macabinguil R MacKenzie MacLean; Sponsored by J Cassie MacLean and Art Ingle R. Scott Plumb, Partner, Blodgett Plumb, P.S., and Liz Plumb; sponsored by Paul Viren and Eric Christiansen Thomas Rademacher, Anesthesiologist, Physician Anesthesia Group, and Noel Homer, Store Manager, Apple; Sponsored by Douglas McEachran and Charlie Archer Paul Read, Manager, Journal of Business, and Julie Read, Community Affairs Coordinator, The Spokesman-Review; Sponsored by Greg Bever and Kim Crompton Craig Reider, Physician, Sacred Heart Hospital, and Jean Reider; sponsored by Neda Cyprova and Sarah Griffith Jim Reiha, Food Safety Officer, WA ST Dept. of Agr., and Gwen Pape, RN, Providence Spokane Cardiology; Sponsored by Joe Poire and Catherine Julien
Welcome Back to our Returning Members! It’s Great to Have You With Us Rob Carbon*, Sales, Wilson Medical, and Kari Carbon, Sales Manager, Gentiua Michael Currin, Attorney, Witherspoon Kelly, and Mardi Salisbruy-Currin Marianne Guenther Bornhoft, Realtor, Windermere Manito
George Talkington, Farmer Derek Taylor Joe McGinn*, Clear Water Paper, and Kara McGinn, Marketing Manager, Pacific West Financial Robert Pearson David Wilbur, Treasurer, A W Rehn & Associates, and Linda Wilbur Tessa Williams
Todd Jones*, Sales Executive, Cerium Networks, and Wendy Jones Alan Lesher, Interim CEO, YMCA of the Inland NW Kaiser Londo Gary Maxwell and Patricia Maxwell Sandra Moulton Scott Peterson, VP, American West Bank
IN MEMORIAM Mrs. Ben Lindsay Member since January 1934 Vernon Olgard Member since February 1988
Keith Richardson, Acct Exec, Farmin, Rothrock & Parrott; Sponsored by John Richardson and Kelly Egan Caitlyn Salo; Sponsored by Tom Reese Brad Stark*, Financial Advisor, UBS Financial Services, and Katie Stark; sponsored by Catherine O’Connell Heather Stiegelmeyer, F & B Admin, Northern Quest; sponsored by Dan DeNike Scott Stohl, RN, VA Hospital, and Deborah Hayes, RN, Deaconess Elizabeth Szombathy*, Owner, Dszign; Sponsored by Jim Valentine and Chuck Prussack Marcy Thomas, Business Dev., Greater Spokane Valley Chamber, and Richard Thomas, Representative, Greater Spokane Valley Chamber; Sponsored by Eldonna Shaw and Donald Morgan Max Walker, Service Technician, Comfort Heating & Air, and Marta Walker, Camp Administrator, Ross Point Camp; Sponsored by Bruce Johnson
Our business is turning them into realities. We do this by helping our clients plan and manage their financial resources. Fee-only. For a complimentary consultation or brochure, call: Spencer T. Shelman, CFA (509) 838-4175 or (888) 864-8827 assetplanning.com
Elissa Wert; Sponsored by Paul Wert
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Business | service star
Adreanne Yarber is Our Spring Service Star!
By Kate Spencer, Editor
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dreanne Yarber always thought she wanted to be a commercial baker but an inspirational chef, who Adreanne met early on in her career, changed her mind. The Club and all of its catering customers should thank that chef for his advice. Adreanne’s change in career direction is responsible for some of the Club’s best catered events in years. “Personalized service is so important to me,” says Adreanne, the Club’s Catering Coordinator. “My job is to create a “wow’ factor for our members and guests so they remember us and want to come back the next time.” “I treat our members and their events the way that I want to be treated myself as a customer—like I am important, that my dollars matter and that my hosts really want me to return. Of course, having a positive exchange and being able to laugh with each other is always a plus.” So are talented coworkers who work in harmony with each other and keep the ups, downs and dramas in perspec24 . Signals | The Spokane Club magazine | March/April 2012
tive. Just like her coworker, Jackie Kiley, Adreanne came to the Club from the Red Lion. Both women cut their teeth on large conventions and learned how to pace themselves for the long, fast-paced haul. The experience was invaluable. “I learned so much there,” says Adreanne. “I was really ready for the next step in my career and wanted a more refined environment where I could continue to grow. I’m definitely getting that here at the Spokane Club.” She’s also learning about the quirks of working with a 101-year old building and kitchen that weren’t necessarily designed for large catered events. “We have a very old building that’s been rearranged a number of times. Logistically, that can make some things harder to do than in a new building with a floor plan tailor made for catering. But my team is really adept at seeing ways to work around those challenges. That’s what comes from experience and good training.” There are five captains and 30 servers on Adreanne’s team. Their ongoing training,
as well as updating procedures, standards and controls in the Catering department, is at the top of Adreanne’s current list. One priority she can check off her list for now is upgraded audio/visual equipment, which will please many of our business members and hotel guests. “We’ve modernized our equipment so we serve our members and business clientele much better. We have a lot of great new audio/visual equipment that really makes a difference, including two new flat screen TVs for hook up with lap tops. Ken Holeman is my go-to guy in Catering for all those needs. He’s amazing.” Adreanne is pretty amazing herself. “Adreanne has been very creative with her staff in the presentation for the special Club events like Easter, Thanksgiving and the Olde English Dinner, just to name a few,” says Executive Chef Urs Moser. “I really enjoy working with her and look forward to more collaboration in the future.” With her innate sense of style and design, Adreanne continues to raise the bar for beautiful settings and room decor at the Club, while remaining budget savvy. Her organizational skills are another asset to members and staff Club-wide. “Adreanne has proven to be an exceptional organizer of resources,” says Fran Bresnahan, Human Resources Director. “Whether it’s scheduling her staff for an event or ensuring there are enough champagne glasses to toast the bride, Adreanne has it covered. Always professional with a keen eye for detail, she has garnered the respect of her catering staff and is simply a pleasure to work with.” For Adreanne herself, it comes down to a few simple truths. “I love the people I work with and the people I serve. In the end, the reward is hearing ‘thank you for a wonderful evening.’ It’s a team effort and really satisfying.”
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downtown • 509.459.4571 • 1002 w riverside • Schedule subject to change based on member needs Conditioning Room • Monday thru Friday, 5:00am - 9:00pm (Adults only, 11:00am - 2:00pm & 5:00pm - 7:00pm); Saturday/Sunday, 7:00am - 7:00pm
monday elite FITNESS
GYM
thursday Elite training $(Fee)
6:00am; molly
5:45am; LANA
6:00am; jill
total body cond.
Elite training $(Fee)
zumba
Elite training $(Fee)
ZUMBA
9:15AM; EVI
ADULT BASKETBALL
4:00 - 5:30PM; 21+
X FIT Bootcamp
5:45 and 6:20pm; amir
Zumba
6:00am; kayla
core on command
8:15am; molly
fit club $(Fee)
9:30am; natalie
adult basketball
11:00am - 2:00pm; 21+
elite basketball
5:30 - 7:30pm (reserved)
9:15am; clare
lift
10:15 - 11:00am; clare
adult basketball
4:00 - 5:30pm; 21+
X FIT Boot camp
5:45 and 6:20pm; amir
lift
yoga
8:15am; jill
fit club $(Fee)
9:30am; clare
friday
sunday
5:45am; LANA
in the zone
9:15am; Katrina/clare
adult basketball
11:00am - 2:00pm; 21+
adult basketball
elite basketball
10:30am - noon (reserved)
elite basketball
gentle yoga
6:00am; janet
6:00am; haley
yoga
8:30 - 9:15am; RACHEL
8:30am; natalie
8:30 - 9:15am; RACHEL
pilates/yoga blend 8:00am; katrina
senior fitness
piyo sculpt
senior fitness
piyo sculpt
senior fitness
Adult basketball
4:00 - 6:00pm
Fitness classes last 1 hour unless noted otherwise
5:30 - 7:30pm (reserved)
8:30AM; sue
pilates/core
saturday
elite fitness
11:00am - 2:00pm; 21+
lift
6:00am; vicki
zumba
7:30am; kate
piyo
9:25AM; janet
9:30am; RACHEL
9:25am; SUE
9:30am; RACHEL
9:25am; SUE
8:30am; rachel/natalie
YOGA
basic body toning
yoga
basic body toning
yoga
yoga
Most Cycle classes run 45 minutes TRX is 45 mintues
10:30AM; rachel
11:00am; julie
10:30am; natalie
11:00am; julie
10:30am; rachel
HARD CORE ABS
piyo sculpt
hard core abs
Yoga
hard core abs
easy - moderate
yoga
intermediate
11:35AM - 12:05PM; rachel
Noon; natalie
YOGA
pilates
total body cond.
1:30pm; natalie
yoga
5:30pm; RACHEL
shotokan karate
shotokan karate
6:30 - 8:00pm
CYCLE
6:00am; vicki
CYCLE/trx combo
9:15am; molly
total body cond.
5:30pm; LANA
9:30am; rachel/natalie
11:35am - 12:05pm; rachel 12:15pm; tom
12:15pm; tom
PILATES
5:30pm; jill
11:35am - 12:05pm; natalie Noon; natalie
yoga
12:15PM; linda 1:30PM; larkin
STUDIO 2
wednesday elite fitness
5:45AM; molly 7:30am; molly
STUDIO 4
tuesday Elite training $(Fee)
advanced
Zumba
4:00pm; milana
Beginning yoga
yoga
5:30pm; TOM
4:00pm; rachel/lana tasia
6:30 - 8:00pm
CYCLE
6:00; ty
CYCLE
9:15am; lisa
CYCLE
CYCLE
6:00am; VICKI
CYCLE
6:40am; donna March Only
CYCLE
CYCLE
6:00am; ty
6:00am; vicki
CYCLE
9:15 - 10:15am; molly
5:30pm; Jill
CYCLE
CYCLE
7:30 - 8:15am; ty
CYCLE
2:00 - 3:30pm; ty
CYCLE
8:30am; vicki March Only
CYCLE
4:30pm; linda
12:05pm; illisa
CYCLE
4:30pm; linda
TRX
TRX/kettlebell
STUDIO B
6:00am; kristi
Baby Picasso
pre p.e.
baby tumblers
Music together
11:00 - 11:30am
11:00 - 11:30am
10:30am
11:00 - 11:45am
TRX circuit
TRX
pre p.e.
TRX
12:15pm; janet
12:15pm; ty
11:00 - 11:30am
9:00am; jill
TRX
8:30 - 9:30am; ty
pre p.e.
11:00 - 11:30am
12:15pm; ty
TRX boot camp
12:15pm; molly
zumbatomics
4:00pm; milana
lap swim
5:00 - 7:30am
masters group**
5:30 - 6:45am
aqua fitness**
7:30 - 8:30am; jamie
open/lessons**
8:30 - 11:00am
pool
circle
11:00am - 1:00pm
open swim**
1:00 - 3:30pm
lap swim
5:00 - 7:30am
aqua fitness**
7:30 - 8:30am; janel
open/lessons**
8:30 - 11:00am
circle
11:00am - 1:00pm
open swim**
1:00 - 3:30pm
lessons/team*
5:00 - 5:30pm
Team*
5:30 - 7:00pm
open swim**
7:00 - 8:00pm
masters group**
5:30 - 6:45am
aqua fitness**
7:30 - 8:30am; laurie
open/lessons**
8:30 - 11:00am
circle
11:00am - 1:00pm
OPEN/lessons/team* open swim**
3:30 - 5:00pm
OPEN/lessons/team* lesson/team*
3:30 - 5:00pm
lap swim
5:00 - 7:30am
5:00 - 5:30pm
team/lap*
5:30 - 7:00pm
Adult Swim Fit
1:00 - 3:30pm
OPEN/lesson/team*
3:30 - 5:00pm
lesson/team*
5:00 - 5:30pm
team*
6:30 - 7:30pm Starts in April
5:30 - 7:00pm
Open Swim**
7:00 - 8:00pm
7:00 - 8:00pm
open swim**
lap swim
5:00 - 7:30am
aqua fitness**
7:30 - 8:30am; laurie
open/lessons** circle
5:30 - 6:45am
open swim**
7:30 - 8:30am; jamie
open/lesson*
8:30 - 11:00am
lesson*
11:00am - 1:00pm
Team*
1:00 - 5:00pm
lap swim
5:00 - 6:30pm
Adult Swim Fit
6:30 - 8:00pm
8:30 - 11:00am
11:00am - 1:00pm 1:00 - 3:30pm 3:30 - 5:00pm 5:00 - 5:30pm 5:30 - 6:30pm 5:30 - 7:00pm 6:30 - 7:30pm Starts in April
open swim**
lap swim
7:00 - 9:00am
lap swim
7:00am - 12Noon
Adult Swim Fit
7:00 - 8:00am (every other Friday) Starts in April
7:00 - 8:00pm
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lap swim
5:00 - 7:30am
masters group**
open/lap/lesson**
9:00 - 11:00am
Open Swim**
11:00am - 6:00pm
aqua fitness** open/lessons**
open swim**
12Noon - 6:00pm
circle
open swim** lap SWIM
open swim
5:30 - 6:30 Team on thursday is only 1st & 3rd of the month * = 1 lap lane available ** = 2 lap lanes available *** = no lap lanes
VALLEY• 509.535.3554 • 5900 E Fourth Ave • Schedule subject to change based on member needs Conditioning Room • Monday thru Friday, 5:30am - 9:00pm; Saturday/Sunday, 7:00am - 7:00pm Fitness classes last 1 hour unless noted otherwise • Most Spin classes run 45 minutes; combo classes run an hour
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
total body cond.
lift
gym
9:15am; clare
LIFT/pilates
5:15PM - 6:30am; chris/ lana
zumba
10:30am; clare
saturday
zumba
4:00pm; mayto
easy - moderate
9:00am; lana
lift
intermediate
8:30am; molly
lift
advanced
5:15PM; jill
yoga
sunday
Yoga
9:30am; kim
9:30am; kim
yoga
spin
studio
10:30am; natalie
yoga
cycle
9:15am; ty
5:45pm; lana
cycle
cycle
cycle
4:45pm; sue
9:15am; molly
cycle
Noon; ty
lap swim
lap swim
lap swim
cycle
4:45pm; sue
lap swim
9:15am; jill
cycle
lap swim
5:30 - 7:30am
5:30 - 7:30am
5:30 - 7:30am
5:30 - 7:30am
Aqua Fitness
Adult swim
aqua fitness
Adult swim
aqua fitness
7:30am - 3:00pm; 18+
7:30 - 8:30am; parney
7:30am - 3:00pm; 18+
cycle
7:30 - 8:45am; molly
noon; ty
5:30 - 7:30am 7:30 - 8:30am; parney
7:30 - 8:30am; parney
Adult swim
7:00 - 9:00am; 18+
8:30 - 9:00am
8:30 - 9:00am
lap swim
9:00 - 10:00am; claire
aqua fitness/lessons 9:00 - 10:00am; parney
aqua fitness/lessons 9:00 - 10:00am; parney
aqua fitness
10:00am - 4:00pm
Adult swim
Adult swim
lap swim
10:00am - 3:00pm; 18+
open swim*
3:00 - 5:30pm
open swim
3:00 - 4:00pm
lesson/open
aqua core training* 4:00 - 6:00pm
5:30 - 6:30pm; claire
Adult swim
6:30 - 9:00pm; 18+
open SWIM
6:00 - 7:00pm
9:00 - 10:00am; parney
open swim
Adult swim
10:00 - 3:00pm; 18+
3:00 - 4:00pm
10:00 - 3:00pm; 18+
open swim*
lesson/open
open swim
3:00 - 5:30pm
aqua core training
5:30 - 6:30pm; claire
Adult swim
4:00 - 6:00pm
Adult swim
7:00 - 10:00am; 18+
aqua fitness
8:30 - 9:00am
lap swim
pool
Piyo
5:45pm; lana
open swim*
open swim
adult swim
10:00am - 4:00pm
4:00 - 7:00pm; 18+
Adult swim
3:00 - 7:00pm
4:00 - 7:00pm; 18+
Adult swim
6:00 - 9:00pm; 18+
Adult Swim
7:00 - 9:00pm; 18+
6:30 - 9:00pm; 18+
Adult swim
7:00 - 9:00pm; 18+
ladies’ league
ladies’ doubles
men’s league
2.5 - 3.5 10:30am - noon
singles clinic
tennis
1:30 - 2:30pm
peewees
ages 4-7 5:00 - 5:45pm
tennis 101
beg - 2.5 $12/class/person 6:00 - 7:00pm
2.5 - 3.5 9:00am - noon
advanced jrs
cardio tennis
$10/class/person noon - 1:00pm
ages 13 - 18 3:00 - 4:30pm
mega cardio
$12/class/person 9:00 - 10:15am
men’s doubles
ages 4-7 10:15 - 11:00am
4.5+ noon - 2:00pm
peewees
ages 13 - 18 3:00 - 4:30pm
ages 8-12 4:30 - 6:00pm
cardio tennis
ladies’ league
ladies’ league
3.0+ 10:30am - noon
ladies’ doubles
4.0 9:00 - 10:30am
advanced jrs
jr beg/int
2.5 - 4.0 6:00 - 9:00pm
3.5+ 9:00 - 10:30am
$10/class/person 5:00 - 6:00pm
jr beg/int
ages 8-12 4:30 - 6:00pm
men’s league
2.5 - 4.0 6:00 - 9:30pm
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March
Events | at a glance
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10-Week Bloomsday Training Clinic Begins March 3; 8:00 - 9:00 am
22
Mentoring Mixer and Power Panel March 22; 4:30 - 6:00 pm Improve Your Golf Game March 22; 6:30 - 8:30 pm
23
An Evening with Cami Bradley March 23; Doors open at 7:00 pm; Show at 8:00 pm
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$1 Saturday Social and Member Appreciation Debut 4:00 - 6:00 pm
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may
april
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Dive In Movie - Despicable Me March 9; 6:00 - 8:00 pm St. Patrick’s Day at Burgundy’s March 17; 11:00 am Foods to Fight Pain Workshop March 20; 6:30 - 7:30 pm
*Runs every Saturday from March 24 - June 16
New Member Orientation March 29; 6:00 pm Chef’s International Dinners March 29; 6:30 pm
Spring Break Camps Begin April 2; 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Easter Egg Hunt April 7; 2:00 - 4:00 pm Easter Brunch April 8; 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Dive In Movie - Shrek April 13; 6:00 - 8:00 pm Supplement Savvy: What You Need to Know April 17; 6:30 - 7:30 pm Story Cooks April 19; 9:30 - 10:30 am Awaken Spring, Ladies Fashion Show April 25; 11:00 am - 1:00 pm New Member Orientation April 26; 6:00 pm Best Boutiques Runway Show! April 27; Doors open at 7:00 pm; Show at 8:00 pm
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Cinco de Mayo Fiesta in Burgundy’s May 5; 5:00 - 9:00 pm
6
Bloomsday Pre-Race Fun on the Terrace May 6; 8:45 - 10:15 am Burgundy’s Bloomsday Brunch May 6; Breakfast, 7:00 - 10:00 am; Brunch, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
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Dive In Movie - Kung Fu Panda 2 May 4; 6:00 - 8:00pm
Laugh Out Loud! Dan Cummins May 11; Doors open at 7:00 pm; Show at 8:00 pm The Scotch Malt Whisky Society Tasting May 18; Reception, 6:30 pm; Tasting/Dinner, 7:00 - 9:00 pm
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Family | happenings
New! Baby Tumblers This class is designed for beginning walkers to 24 months. We will have mats to crawl over, balls to kick and throw, music to dance to, and much more. Each week bring your youngster to the club to get their own ‘work-out’! You’re never too young to start exercising!
New! The Lounge
Wednesdays; 10:30 am; Studio B; No charge
The Youth Activities Lounge was designed to give our 7 to 12-year-olds a fun and safe place to hang out while their parents are making use of the Club’s many offerings. The room is staffed with a friendly associate to keep an eye on things while the kids play xbox, watch movies, play board games, read, surf the web on our computers, do their homework or visit with their friends. Monday through Friday, 3:00 - 6:00 pm; Saturday, 8:00 am - 12:30 pm
$3 per hour; discount card available; 2 hour time limit per use per day
For more information call Tracey at 459-4571 x515
New! Story Cooks Come and join us for a fun hour of reading and baking! We will read If You Give a Moose a Muffin and then bake our own muffins! We will also make a craft, too! April 19; 9:30 - 10:30 am; Childcare; No charge
Ages 2 and up; Reservations required; Space is limited; Call 459-4571 x515
New! Mini Crocs Crafts At Mini Crocs your child will get to be messy and have fun while developing eye hand coordination and fine motor skills. We will use a variety of art mediums to make as much mess…I mean art….as possible!
Reservations required; Space is limited; Call 459-4571 x515
Childsitting Discount Cards We’ve got a deal for you that will save you time and money. For just $65 per month for a single child or $100 per month for a family, you can purchase a discount card that entitles you to one visit per day for up to 2 hours per day. Call 459-4571 x515 to become a cardholder and save some cash! Note: There is a 2-hour maximum for each visit; after 2 hours, you’ll be charged the regular rate. Day Camps, Errand Day, Mom’s Night Out and Kid’s Night Out are excluded from this offer.
Spring Break Camps We will be offering two camps for Spring break, one at the Valley Club
Tuesdays; 9:30 am; Studio B; No charge
Ages 24 - 36 months; Reservations required; Space is limited; Call 459-4571 x515
Childsitting Schedules monday
wednesday
tuesday
thursday
downtown 7:45 am to 2:30 pm and 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm
7:00 am to 2:30 pm and 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm
7:45 am to 2:30 pm and 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm
7:00 am to 2:30 pm and 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm
friday
7:45 am to 2:30 pm
saturday
8:30 am 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm to
8:30 am to 1:00 pm
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8:30 am to 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm
$5.00/hour/child, plus $2.25/hour for
7:00 am to 12:30 pm
each additional child per family. For infants under one year, cost is $6.00/hour/child.
valley 8:30 am to 1:00 pm and 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Ages one and over,
8:30 am 1:00 pm
to
8:00 am 11:30 am
to
Reservations for infants are required 24 hours in advance.
Family | happenings
and one Downtown. At both camps, we will play games, make crafts and swim. Reserve your child’s spot soon! Pack a lunch for your child, bring sneakers and a swim suit. Lunch is not provided, lunch may be ordered from the deli and charged to your account.
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Youth Events & Activities Line Up Baby Picasso
Downtown Ballet Classes Once registered for ballet classes, cancellations are required at least 3 days prior to the beginning of the session or your account will be charged. Sign up at any time and your fee will be pro-rated. Questions call 459-4571 x515.
$45 for 6-week session;
Ages 3 & 4, 4:00 - 4:30 pm
Ages 5 to 8, 4:45 - 5:15 pm; Studio 4
Ages 12 - 24 months; Studio B
Kids Night Out (aka Parents Night Out)
FREE; Reservations required 24 hours in
5:00 – 9:00 pm; All ages
Youth Activities Club Rocks!
advance; Space is limited
Downtown Childcare
Call 459-4571 x515
1 child, $18; $9 for each additional
Crafty Kids Club
Downtown Childcare only
Ages 6 - 12; 3:30 - 5:30 pm
1 child, $16; 2 children, $22
The YAC after school program is a fun and active place to go. Here at the academy your child will have homework help, hands-on projects, swimming or game time in the gym. The academy is offered Monday through Friday from 3:00-6:00 and each day has a balance of homework time, active play and fun! With the option of 3 or 5 days or drop-in as space permits, this is the perfect opportunity to give your kids the afterschool care that they enjoy. Join us anytime during the school year. For further details or to sign-up call 459-4571 x515.
Hallway by Youth Lounge; FREE
3 children, $28; Infants $2 extra
Monday - Friday; 3:00 - 6:00 pm
Reservations required, sign up by calling
Reservations required, call 459-4571
Youth Activities Lounge
child, Infants are $2 extra.
Crafty Crocodiles
Reservations required, 459-4571 x515
Ages 3 - 5; 10:15 am; FREE
Reservations required 24 hours in
Errand Day
advance; Space is limited
Downtown, 459-4571 x515
Call 459-4571 x515
Valley, 535-35541 child $16
2 children $22, 3 children $28
infants $2 extra
Reservations required
Pre-PE
Ages 2 - 4; 11:00 am; Studio B; FREE
For more details call 459-4571 x515
459-4571 x515.
Mom’s Night Out!
x515 today!
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Sunday
monday
tuesday
wednesday
MARCH
Basketball Clinic
Baby Picasso 11:00am Youth Activities Club
10:00am - Noon 1:00 - 3:30pm
3:00 - 6:00pm
PeeWee Tennis 5:00 - 5:45pm Swim Lessons
Mini Crocs Crafts 9:30am Pre-PE 11:00am Youth Activities Club 3:00 - 6:00pm
Crafty Kids Club
Session 6 Begins
4
5
3:30 - 5:00pm
6 Baby Picasso 11:00am Youth Activities Club 3:00 - 6:00pm
PeeWee Tennis
5:00 - 5:45pm
Ballet
Mini Crocs Crafts 9:30am Pre-PE 11:00am Youth Activities Club 3:00 - 6:00pm
Ballet
11
12 3:00 - 6:00pm
PeeWee Tennis
5:00 - 5:45pm
Mini Crocs Crafts 9:30am Pre-PE 11:00am Youth Activities Club 3:00 - 6:00pm
19
20
Baby Picasso 11:00am Youth Activities Club 3:00 - 6:00pm
PeeWee Tennis
5:00 - 5:45pm
26
Mini Crocs Crafts 9:30am Pre-PE 11:00am Youth Activities Club 3:00 - 6:00pm
4:00 & 4:45pm
27 monday
PeeWee Tennis
3:00 - 6:00pm
PeeWee Tennis 5:00 - 5:45pm Swim Lessons
9
3:00 - 6:00pm
10 Baby Picasso 11:00am Youth Activities Club 3:00 - 6:00pm
5:00 - 5:45pm
Crafty Kids Club 3:30 - 5:00pm
Mini Crocs Crafts 9:30am Pre-PE 11:00am Ballet 4:00 & 4:45pm Youth Activities Club 3:00 - 6:00pm
16
17
Baby Picasso 11:00am Youth Activities Club 3:00 - 6:00pm
PeeWee Tennis
5:00 - 5:45pm
23
Mini Crocs Crafts 9:30am Pre-PE 11:00am Ballet 4:00 & 4:45pm Youth Activities Club
24
Baby Picasso 11:00am Youth Activities Club 3:00 - 6:00pm
PeeWee Tennis
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15
Dive-In
6:00 - 8:00pm
10
Crafty Crocodiles 10:15am Youth Activities Club
3:00 - 6:00pm
PeeWee Tennis 10:15 - 11:00am
3:00 - 6:00pm
Kid’s Night Out
5:00 - 9:00pm
17
16
Pre-PE 11:00am Youth Activities Club
10:15 - 11:00am
3:00 - 6:00pm
Crafty Crocodiles 10:15am Youth Activities Club
PeeWee Tennis 10:15 - 11:00am
3:00 - 6:00pm
Swim Meet
5:00pm - Close
22
24
23
Pre-PE 11:00am Youth Activities Club 3:00 - 6:00pm
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Crafty Crocodiles 10:15am Youth Activities Club
PeeWee Tennis 10:15 - 11:00am
3:00 - 6:00pm
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wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
Youth Activities Club
Crafty Crocodiles 10:15am Youth Activities Club
PeeWee Tennis
3:00 - 6:00pm
10:15 - 11:00am
3:00 - 6:00pm
Kid’s Night Out
5:00 - 5:45pm
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Baby Tumblers 10:30am Pre-PE 11:00am Errand Day 1:00 - 4:00pm Mom’s Night 4:00 - 7:00pm Youth Activities Club
11
3:00 - 6:00pm
Baby Tumblers 10:30am Pre-PE 11:00am Errand Day 1:00 - 4:00pm Mom’s Night 4:00 - 7:00pm Youth Activities Club
18
3:00 - 6:00pm
22
3:00 - 6:00pm
PeeWee Tennis
Baby Tumblers 10:30am Errand Day 1:00 - 4:00pm Mom’s Night 4:00 - 7:00pm Youth Activities Club
4
Mini Crocs Crafts 9:30am Pre-PE 11:00am Ballet 4:00 & 4:45pm Youth Activities Club
Session 7 Begins
15
3:00 - 6:00pm
3
Crafty Crocodiles 10:15am Youth Activities Club
5:00 - 9:00pm
3:00 - 6:00pm
3 Baby Picasso 11:00am Youth Activities Club
PeeWee Tennis
3:00 - 6:00pm
5:00 - 9:00pm
9
Music Together 11:00am Pre-PE 11:00am Youth Activities Club
Saturday Session Begins
5:00 - 5:45pm
2
8
3:00 - 6:00pm
Kid’s Night Out
3:00 - 6:00pm
8
10:15 - 11:00am
Swim Lessons
3:00 - 6:00pm
2
Music Together 11:00am Pre-PE 11:00am Youth Activities Club
Baby Tumblers 10:30am Pre-PE 11:00am Errand Day 1:00 - 4:00pm Mom’s Night 4:00 - 7:00pm Youth Activities Club
tuesday
3:00 - 6:00pm
PeeWee Tennis
Baby Tumblers 10:30am Pre-PE 11:00am Errand Day 1:00 - 4:00pm Mom’s Night 4:00 - 7:00pm Youth Activities Club
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Spring Break Camps Start Mini Crocs Crafts 9:30am 9:00am - 3:00pm Youth Activities Club Baby Picasso 11:00am 3:00 - 6:00pm Youth Activities Club Ballet 4:00 & 4:45pm
1
Baby Tumblers 10:30am Pre-PE 11:00am Errand Day 1:00 - 4:00pm Mom’s Night 4:00 - 7:00pm Youth Activities Club
21
Ballet
Sunday
4:00 & 4:45pm
saturday
1
3:00 - 6:00pm
7
friday Crafty Crocodiles 10:15am Youth Activities Club
3:00 - 6:00pm
Baby Tumblers 10:30am Pre-PE 11:00am Errand Day 1:00 - 4:00pm Mom’s Night 4:00 - 7:00pm Youth Activities Club
14
Ballet
25
4:00 & 4:45pm
13
Baby Picasso 11:00am Youth Activities Club
18
4:00 & 4:45pm
thursday Music Together 11:00am Pre-PE 11:00am Youth Activities Club
3:00 - 6:00pm
Baby Tumblers 10:30am Pre-PE 11:00am Errand Day 1:00 - 4:00pm Mom’s Night 4:00 - 7:00pm Youth Activities Club
25
3:00 - 6:00pm
7
6 Pre-PE 11:00am Youth Activities Club 3:00 - 6:00pm
Crafty Crocodiles 10:15am Youth Activities Club 6:00 - 8:00pm
14
13
Pre-PE 11:00am Youth Activities Club
Crafty Crocodiles 10:15am Youth Activities Club
Story Cooks
Kid’s Night Out
3:00 - 6:00pm
9:30 - 10:30
19 3:00 - 6:00pm
10:15 - 11:00am
5:00 - 9:00pm
21
Crafty Crocodiles 10:15am Youth Activities Club
PeeWee Tennis 10:15 - 11:00am
3:00 - 6:00pm
Swim Meet
26
PeeWee Tennis
3:00 - 6:00pm
20
Pre-PE 11:00am Youth Activities Club
10:15 - 11:00am
3:00 - 6:00pm
Dive-In
12
PeeWee Tennis
27
5:00pm - Close
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Hey kids! Want to celebrate your birthday in party hearty style? We’ve got some great birthday packages for you! Spokane Club Kids’ Party Packages: (Ages 3-17) Available Saturday and Sunday at both locations
Party Package 1: Basic Pool Party
$100 for 10 kids ($8 for each additional child)
• One hour of swimming • Fun space for eating, gift giving and partying. • Includes Party Package food (does not include cake)
Party Package 2: Deluxe Activity Party $150 for 10 kids ($8 for each additional child) • 2 hours in pool and court combo • Fun space for eating, gift giving and partying • 1 hour in the Lounge (only if the party guests, siblings included, are between the ages of 7-12, DT only) • Includes Party Package food (does not include cake)
Make Package 1 Deluxe • Add 1 hour in the Youth Activities Lounge for an additional cost. (Ages 7-12 only. No exceptions!)
* Interested in more options? Contact Rachel Kauffman at 459-4571 x515 or email rkauffman@spokaneclub.org www.spokaneclub.org | March/April 2012 | 33
Fitness | wellness services
Move It or Lose It. Literally!
thickness can begin to decrease, especially in women over 50. Our joints can begin to lose the shiny cartilage that surrounds the ends of bones, a condition known as osteoarthritis. If we do nothing to counteract the effects of aging, each day we lose a little more strength, flexibility, and motion. The truth is that in people who are inactive, the loss of muscle, tendon strength and tissue elasticity declines more quickly after 30. That decline becomes even sharper after 50. The likelihood of injury, especially when trying to accomplish similar physical feats that had been attempted at a younger age, is high. No one can reverse the fact that we will begin to lose muscle, strength, or elasticity after 30, but one can significantly slow the process by exercise. Think of exercise as one of the best anti-aging measures on the market. By Christine Cronin, U-District PT Strength training in particular is incredibly important. At any age our body has the capacity to build muscle here comes a day in everyone’s life when an activity and become stronger (just not as strong as when you were that used to be easy, becomes challenging. The day younger). Very simply put “move it, or lose it.” As our bodies when the chair lift drops you off at the top of the become less elastic, our tissues (muscles, tendons, ligaments) mountain and you’re just a little unsure about how your legs shorten and we can begin to lose the motions available at our will get you down. The first nice day of spring when the three joints. Specifically, if our work and daily lives never demand mile run that used to be so easy suddenly makes you stiff our joints to go through their full range of motion, as we age and sore the next day. That morning after an event, game or and adapt we will lose that ability. Similarly, when it comes to workout when you realize your body doesn’t quite feel the muscle strength we have two basic types (three in total, but way it used to. It’s called time and aging and it happens two main types) of fibers that compose our muscles. In each to everyone. Unfortunately, as we get older If our work and daily lives there are many natural processes that make us more likely to get never demand our joints injured. Peak muscle mass (size) and to go through their full strength occurs around 25-30 years of age. After age 30 we slowly start range of motion, losing muscle mass. Our tendons, as we age and adapt we which attach the muscle to the bones, will lose that ability. become less elastic (stretchy) and lose strength. Our bone density or
The impact of aging and exercise on the human body
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muscle we have fast twitch and slow twitch muscle fibers. Our slow twitch muscles are active at almost all times, used especially to maintain positions and posture. Our fast twitch fibers are larger, more powerful and are used during more quick, explosive movements. As we age, we are less likely to move quickly during our day or at work, which means we stop using those fast twitch fibers. Atrophy, or wasting away, begins when the body doesn’t use these. That is why it is not only important to strength train, but also to practice moving at different speeds when we exercise as well. If your New Years resolution was to be active, consider these even more important reasons to do so. Every year you age and don’t continue to exercise, you become more at risk for injury. Before beginning any exercise program you should be screened by your physician. If you have had injuries in the past or are concerned about becoming injured, a physical therapist can evaluate your current ability level and help safely design a training program with you and your trainers. Let’s make it a point to stay in motion and stay younger longer!
Welcome Aaryn Hieb and Valley PT Location! Aaryn Hieb has been a physical therapist with the U-District team since 2007. She graduated from Gonzaga University with a B.S. in Exercise Science in 2003 and graduated from the University of Southern California with her Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree in 2006. While at Gonzaga Aaryn played tennis for the Lady Zags. Aaryn still enjoys playing in tennis leagues and tournaments and is especially excited to work at the Valley location with her sports background. She works with all ages and specializes in orthopaedic and sports injury rehabilitation. Make sure to stop in and see Aaryn on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the Valley location and get back on the court sooner, and play longer.
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Fitness | wellness services
Foods to Fight Pain Workshop Do you know how the foods you eat everyday impact your pain levels, inflammation, and overall well-being? Chronic inflammation is connected to many chronic conditions from Alzheimer’s to diabetes to causing painful flair-ups in arthritis, fibromyalgia, and multiple sclerosis. Join Erin Kuh, registered dietitian and owner of Total Balance Wellness, to learn how to implement changes in eating habits to support less pain and more vibrant living. This interactive classes emphasis whole food nutrition, safe and proper supplementations, and taking a comprehensive and practical approach to making changes in your diet to move towards optimal health. Tuesday, March 20; 6:30 - 7:30 pm; Riverside Room; $15 members/$25 non-members
Supplement Savvy: What You Need to Know Do you know which supplements in what amounts are hurting or helping you? Do you know the difference in labeling for high-quality supplements? All supplements are not created equally. Learn which supplements everyone should be taking, which ones to avoid, and how timing affects how your body absorbs and uses nutrients. This seminar will cover popular supplements as well as diet products and what supplements and nutrients are truly performance and health enhancing. Tuesday, April 17; 6:30 - 7:30 pm; Riverside Room; $15 members/$25 non-members
Nutritionist, Erin Kuh Erin is offering seminars, personal nutritional coaching and Elite Fitness mentoring, and providing a health and wellness benefit, as well as an educational component. Consults are by appointment on the 4th floor of the downtown Athletic building. Cost: 1 Session $75 for 60 minutes includes assessment, goals, food log analysis and recommendations 3 Sessions $ 175 for 60 minutes includes assessment, goals, customized 2 week meal guide with recipes and grocery lists plus one, 30-minute session including food log analysis results and nutrition nuggets and a second follow up assessment and nutrition nugget of your choice. Contact Erin at Erin@totalbalancewellness.com or 496-9998 to set up an appointment. 36 . Signals | The Spokane Club magazine | November/December 2011
Take your fitness to a whole new level with personal training. Whether one-on-one or in small group training, your body will feel the difference a personal trainer can provide.
Personal Training Rates One-on-one training 1 hour: $45 ½ hour: $35
Small Group Training Two people: $35 each Three people: $25 each Four people: $20 each
Call 459-4571 x502 to schedule your free assessment today!
Welcome New Wellness Coordinator, Katrina Nebel!
Pilates Equipment Studio Coming to the Valley this Spring! The Club is pleased to announce the addition of NEW Pilates equipment in the Valley. If you’ve done Pilates and are ready to take it to the next level this is the workout for you! Start reserving NOW by calling Larkin, our Clubs’ new Pilates professional at 842-4321. Your first session is complimentary. Experience exercises that FEEL good while you sculpt your muscles! Private one-on-one instruction on the equipment transforms the way you look, move, and feel. Duets will also be offered for two members at a time of similar levels that train on the equipment.
The Club would like to announce our new Wellness Coordinator, Katrina Nebel. She will be working with our current and new wellness providers to develop a more complete Health and Wellness program. Look for new monthly seminars provided by our Club professionals on subjects such as nutrition, body wellness & balance, diet and exercise, medical prevention and overall health and longevity of life. Wellness is the KEY and the Club is here to help you achieve your health and fitness goals. Contact knebel@ spokaneclub.org or 459-4571 x506 for more information.
Member Coaching Programs The Spokane Club offers the BEST of the BEST! The new Coaching members have the training and experience to assist members in elevating their specific sport level through clinics, camps and instruction. Cal Larson, squash; Colin Floyd, basketball and Chad Whisenant, racquetball. Monthly offerings will vary and include by Valley and Downtown locations. www.spokaneclub.org | March/April 2012 | 37
Fitness | athletic director
New Sports and Fitness Director Brings Talent, Passion and Experience
By Kate Spencer, Editor
W
hen Connie Stark moved back to her hometown of Spokane five years ago, she knew one thing for sure: she wanted to work at the Spokane Club. Today, as the Club’s new Sports and Fitness Director, Connie has her dream job. She also has her work cut out for her as she launches a new era of quality programming and services to Club members. Few people could be as well suited to that task. After graduating from Washington State University with a Bachelor degree in Sports Management and minors in Aquatics and Coaching, Connie moved to Bellevue to become the Athletic Operations Director of PRO Sports Club. At that time, a little company named Microsoft was growing at warp speed and its busy execs and managers needed a place they could get in a good workout, 38 . Signals | The Spokane Club magazine | March/April 2012
reconnect with their families and catch a deep breath. Connie played an instrumental role in bringing Microsoft on as a corporate member. “We built a suite of wellness and fitness services that became the top choice for business people and an entity in itself.” “These kinds of services can really pay off for corporations in helping their executives and employees increase productivity and reduce stress and sick days. The Spokane Club can become that same kind of center for corporate Spokane.”
The seeds of that center are being planted now on the fourth floor of the Downtown Athletic building. Current services that support this wellness vision at the Club include massage therapy, physical therapy, nutrition counseling and Elite Fitness training under the leadership of Molly Benzel, Group Fitness Coordinator. A Pilates Equipment Studio is opening in the Valley in April offering training with Larkin Barnett, a master Pilates trainer, author of six books and former instructor at Canyon Ranch. Signups are being taken for the training now. “For our members,” says Connie, “the benefit of these diverse services is the opportunity is to not only become healthier and stronger, but to cultivate a strong community of support and camaraderie with other members of similar fitness levels and interests. That sense of belonging to a community plays a huge role in overall health and wellbeing.” Over the course of her time with PRO Sports and later, as a facility manager for the Department of the Army in Neureut, Germany, Connie’s passion for living and promoting the active lifestyle grew. So did her business connections. In 1993, she launched StarkTours, an international outdoor recreation and sports company that hosted adventure programs throughout the world. All of the tour design, organization and promotion was done by Connie, who brought the company to profitability in just 2 years. The job was a perfect fit for
All of the tour design, organization and promotion for StarkTours was done by Connie, who brought the company to profitability in just 2 years.
the sports and fitness enthusiast with a keen business mind. It was also a whole lot of fun. “80 percent of my clients were Microsoft employees. We took three trips a year with groups ranging from 15 to 48 people. The activities were seasonally based. In fall, we went hiking in Austria and Sun Valley, in winter, we’d go skiing in Switzerland or Austria and in spring, it was biking in Italy and France. It was a lot of work, but really a blast too.” Connie ran the business for 14 years before returning to Spokane to start the next phase of her professional life. This time, the emphasis was on education and coaching. She became certified in Braille Competency with proficiency in literary Braille and transcribing. From 2006-2010, Connie worked in Spokane Public Schools with visually and behaviorally impaired children. Together with teachers and other support staff, Connie worked to mainstream special needs children into the educational system, as well as offer support to families of the students. Concurrently, Connie’s passion for sports and fitness found a home at Ferris High School where she became head coach of the freshmen girls’ basketball team in 2009. It was a winning season both for the players and for Connie. In 2010, Connie became the Program Director for IEYSA/Spokane Shadow Soccer Club. In addition to her supervision, planning and management duties, Connie networked with the City of Spokane to develop sporting events and tournaments. She also organized the Olivia Chaffin Memorial Soccer Tournament for over 700 teams, raising over $10,000 for the memorial fund and additional funding for the soccer club. Today, as the Spokane Club’s Sports and Fitness Director, Connie has both
Connie on tour to Versailles gardens
the pedigree and the experience to lead her team—and the Club’s Sports and Fitness department—to greatness. “Each of my staff is a gem in their own right. My job is to pull them together and to open up growth opportunities for them and the Club. My philosophy is to hire the best, build them to be their personal best and provide the environment for everyone to support each other.” “A lot of members know that I am a former Club member. They know I understand, from a member’s perspective, that even small improvements can make a big difference. We build on the good that is already here and grow that good into the future.”
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Fitness | classses
Elite Training
Improve your Golf Game! Get some pointers to improve your game this spring as the Club offers a seminar by TPI Certified Golf Fitness Instructor, Brandon Blank. A Gonzaga graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Brandon has a passion for golf fitness and biomechanics and has reached the highest level of the Titleist Performance Institute. He is a NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist as well as being K-VEST 3D Biomechanics Level 1 certified. As the Director of Golf Performance for U-District PT, his goal is to help people become better golfers through getting their bodies to reach their potential. At the seminar you will learn 3 Keys For Rotational Athletes - Bend, Side Bend and Rotation and Creating Explosive Rotational Power - Efficiency, Sequencing, Slingshot. It will be held in the Valley on Thursday, March 22. Call 459-4571 x501 to reserve your space. Thursday, March 22; 6:30 – 8:30 pm; Valley: $15 members/$20 non-members
10-Week Bloomsday Training Clinic Are you unhappy with last year’s finish at the Bloomsday? Train with one of the best elite runners in our area and fellow Club member, Chris Morlan. He will take you out for training runs every Saturday morning beginning March 3rd. In addition, Chris will help you set weekly goals to monitor your progress through 3-week periodization cycles. Contact Angela Moberg at 535-3554, 459-4571 x502 or amoberg@spokaneclub.org to register today! Saturdays, March 3 – Race Day May 6; 8:00 am – 9:00 am; Downtown $65 Members/$85 Non-Members
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Small Group Training class is results-driven and designed to take you to the next level. Small group workouts offer a dynamic way to develop personal motivation, whether you’re a competitive athlete, weekend warrior or just looking for a program maximizing health and well-being. This is a fast paced workout that uses multiple muscle groups. You will increase strength, core stability, flexibility, burn calories, sweat, have a blast and most of all get results! The cost is $60 a month which will include two weekly workouts, nutritional guidance which includes two 15-minute sessions with our registered dietician either in person, by phone or email— whichever is most convenient for you along with one free admission to a monthly wellness seminar of your choice. We will require a minimum of 8 participants for each class group with a cap of 12 participants in order to remain a small group training program. Sign up at Sports Shop or call our Group Fitness Coordinator, Molly Benzel at 459-4571x502. Registration deadline is March 5th. Tuesdays & Thursdays starting March 6 6:00 – 7:00 am & 8:15 – 9:15 am Downtown Gym
Annual Bench Press Competition Arm Balance/Inversions Yoga Workshop Advance your practice, enlighten your mind and expand your horizons! Beginning with heat building/limbering flow, core work, preparatory poses/stretches into arm balances inversions and transitions. Come have fun with Rachel and learn to do more then you ever thought possible! Sign up at the Sport Shop by March 1st. Wednesdays in March, 5:45 – 7:00 pm Studio B; $35/4 week session
Compete against fellow members in the Annual Bench Press Competition taking place from March 12th – 29th! There are three categories of competition: One Rep Maximum, Most Repetitions, and the Senior Category for 55 years and up. The Rules are as follows: Shoulders, buttocks and head must stay in contact with the bench throughout the entire lift. Lift and weigh-in must be witnessed by Molly Benzel and bar must touch the chest and be pushed vertically to arms-length without assistance of any kind. Call Molly at 459-4571 x502 for more information.
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Fitness | court sports
Club Handball Updates The 2012 Handball Singles Tourney has come and gone and another successful tournament has been placed in the books. For the 19th consecutive year, Jay Balkenbush overcame a competitive field to capture a win in the Open division beating Fred Schoener. In other competition, the “A’s” found Pat McCabe edging out Blake Cloninger in a hard fought battle, while Lara Schoener stole the “B” division for the second year in a row. Other winners include Paul Buller in both the 40+ and 50+ divisions. Congratulations to all the winners and participants of this year’s tournament. Now it’s time to turn our focus to the Doubles Tournament! Teams have been chosen and, hopefully, partners were picked with careful consideration because only one team will be left standing in the end claiming victory and bragging rights for the rest of the year. Come see who will reign supreme in the doubles tournament! Friday, March 9; 5:30 pm; Downtown; $15
Spokane Club Elite Basketball team
Elite Basketball Team The Elite Basketball program had an Open level team representing the Club at the PCAC Regional tournament at the Olympic Club in San Francisco February 23 – 25. The results were not available by press time, but stay tuned to the April Club Connect for a report on their success at the tournament! Their next competition will be the National Tournament (NACAD) at the Washington Athletic Club in Seattle April 26 – 29.
Handball Quickies Continue Come join us for the next handball quickie! Whether you’ve been playing for 20 years or 20 minutes come downtown for a fun time and some great handball. All levels and abilities welcome. Sign up today at the Sport Shop. Have questions? Contact Larisa at 459-4571 x501 or lstark@spokaneclub.org. Fridays, March 9 & April 13; 5:30 pm; Downtown; $15
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Please note: Non-Members using the court as part of a team or group are charged a per-person guest fee and are limited to 4 visits per year, as stated in Club bylaws/policies. Schedule subject to change. Special events have priority. Thank you for understanding if the gym is booked. 42 . Signals | The Spokane Club magazine | March/April 2012
Cal Larson catching a game of Squash in Bangalore, India January Basketball Clinic was a slam dunk!
Contact Cal at callarson@aol.com about scheduled times to play Squash.
Upcoming Youth Basketball Clinic Youth Basketball clinics under the coaching of our Elite team players, continue with a new clinic in March. To allow more participants, we will be structuring the clinic into two sessions. Open to both boys and girls, Session 1 will be for 5th-8th graders and Session 2 will be for 9th12th graders. The clinic will provide an opportunity for youth to work on fundamentals and improve all aspects of their game in a high-energy environment. Registration forms will be available at both Sport Shop locations or contact Angela at 5353554 or amoberg@spokaneclub.org. Sunday, March 4; Downtown 10:00 – 12:00 pm; Grades 5 – 8 1:00 – 3:30 pm; Grades 9 – 12 $20 Members / $25 Non-Members
Note: Stay tuned for Spring Break basketball training opportunities, April 2-4. Private instruction, group training and scrimmages can be scheduled during afternoons. Contact Colin Floyd with the Elite Team or Angela Moberg at 535-3554. www.spokaneclub.org | March/April 2012 | 43
Fitness | tennis
“Who’s on First?” Tennis Mixer
by Jeff Urie, Director of Tennis Claire Hanson and Marsha Todd are the locomotives leading Choo-Choo Warm-ups! Who’s the caboose?
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Rather than having built in cheer leaders and teammates helping each other, we had pockets of Club members doing their own thing! Upon hearing this message during a follow-up Tennis Sub-Committee meeting, Eric Ellingsen stated the obvious (yet genius): “We should have a mixer before the next USTA season so we can all meet!” So the “Who’s on First?” mixer began to take shape! Sponsorship by Heineken and Miller Lite (thanks to awesome Club member ,Karen Cook!) coupled with an excellent grouping of tennis players ensured the night would be nothing short of a huge success! Everyone came primed to have a great time and to meet as many players in the community as possible! Whether it was trivia, name tag analysis, or just munching on pretzels, everyone had opportunities to mingle, win prizes, and to compete in tennis throughout the night. Participants also received awesome laminated racket bag tags (designed by Club member Stephanie Bregher!) officially identifying them as “Team Spokane Club” players! Food and drink were in abundance as the night’s activities continued through closing! Don’t miss our next mixer in early summer! We hope to include the outside courts, BBQ, and maybe a band! Look for posters and sign-ups in the Valley!
Spokane Club Players Shine During Snow Storm Tennis Tournament! Despite 4-10 inches of snow in “blizzard-like” conditions over 177 participants managed to compete in the 2012 Spokane Club Invitational Tournament this January! This annual USTA sanctioned event drew players from all over the Inland Northwest for four days of competition, tennis, and camaraderie. Sterling Savings Bank stepped in as a new sponsor and provided beverages and snacks throughout the event. A festive environment, coupled with being snowed in, led to great crowds throughout the weekend. Thanks again to Sterling Savings Bank for sponsoring this awesome event!
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Men’s Open Marco Pineda def Josh Steele 6-3; 6-4 Men’s Open Doubles Pineda/Urie def Kung/Vidano 6-3; 7-5 Mixed 7.0 Hanson/Hanson def Whitman/Whitman 6-2; 6-1 Men’s 3.0 Singles William Miller def Kevin Collins 6-1; 6-2 Women’s 3.0 Singles Keri Collins def Lisa Kerley 6-2; 5-7; 1-0
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Men’s 3.5 Doubles P. Michael/R. Sharma def Gardner/Martin 6-3; 1-6; 1-0
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Fitness | aquatics
Calling all Penguins and Parents to the Pool This Spring! By Randi Martin January proved to be a rough month for the Penguins. We had to cancel our very first meet of the year due to weather conditions. But the team did not let that slow them down one bit. The Penguins continued to train hard and had an amazing showing at the February meet. As the Penguins head into their spring season, I can’t wait to see all their progress. For all you Penguin Parents we are starting a new Adult FIT SWIM beginning in April. The times back right up to the kid’s swim team practice times and I am positive your swimmers would love to see you in the pool with them. There will be no swim team during spring break. I hope you all have a great break and have some fun. If there are any swimmers looking for some extra tips on technique and training this, would be a great time to come on in. Keep up the great work team! Meet Schedule: March 23 • April 27 • May 18 Remember No Swim Team practice during Spring Break, April 2 – 6
New Adult Fit Swim Here comes Summer! It’s right around the corner, but are you ready? To help you prepare for the season, we are calling all swimmers to participate in our NEW Adult Fitness Swim group. Beginning in April, this class will be a combination of cardio swim workouts, light dry land and some extra activities like water running to add a bit of fun and diversity. There is also the opportunity for individual attention to improve your stroke(s) and maybe learn a new one! Sounding good so far? It gets better! We will be holding the class on Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 6:30 – 7:30 pm with additional practices every other Friday morning from 7:00– 8:00 am to accommodate busy schedules. No more dragging yourself out of bed before the sun! This is also a great opportunity to get your little one involved in a great sport. Our youth swim team practice is right 46 . Signals | The Spokane Club magazine | March/April 2012
beforehand. So what are you waiting for? Grab your suit and join the fun! Swimmers who attend three or more practices in a month will be charged a monthly team fee of $35. Still have questions? Call the Downtown Pool and ask any of your friendly Lifeguards or leave a message for Erika at 459-4571 x512.
Dive In Movies Dive into fun at the movies and enjoy sandwiches, fruit, cookies, popcorn, and lemonade! The pool will open at 6:00 pm and children will need to be picked up by 8:00 pm. Children under the age of 3 must be accompanied by an adult and will be required to wear a life jacket. All children must be potty trained. Space is limited call the pool at 4594571 x512 and get signed up! Friday, March 9 - Despicable Me April 13 - Shrek; May 4 - Kung Fu Panda 2 $10/ first child; $7/additional children
2012 Pend Oreille Basin Swim Update By Aaron Fullen The long-awaited return of the swim challenge has been a smashing hit! The Aquatics staff has labored for many long and tedious hours to bring the most scientifically advanced, cutting edge swim challenge available. We have 58 registered entrants this year, although some of these are like overeager puppies - fully unaware of the level of dedication they have committed themselves to. Inevitably the golden glow of novelty will wear off and only the devoted will continue towards the threefold goal. The 35, 100 and 165 mile goal is staggered to complement each swimmer’s ability and time schedule. New this year is the Polliwog category - a 35 mile splash wherein fledgling swimmers can try their hand in an organized, official swim competition. Many of last year’s finishers are going for the 100 mile mark reminiscent of last years challenge. The most aggressive swimmers have set their eyes on the 165 mile distance to show the world the volume of their aquatic roar! As renowned triathlete Haley Cooper has said “This is honestly the only reason I drag my sleepy carcass out of bed every morning. I know how well I did last year, and I am looking forward to reaching new heights. The accountability and consistency required for these challenges is immeasurably important for my success as an aquatic being.” Well said, Haley. We wish our participants the best as they slog through the miles and go the distance.
Swimming Lessons The Club’s swimming lessons are a phenomenal way to engage your children in a fun, learning environment. Our instructors are Red Cross certified and are delighted to have your children swim with them. Downtown Classes are offered on Monday & Wednesday Mornings & Afternoons or Tuesday & Thursday Mornings & Afternoons Valley Classes are offered on Tuesday & Thursday Afternoons
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Swim Like-a-Pro Clinic Recap The Spokane Club Swim Like-a-Pro Clinic with Sara McLarty was a huge success. Thirty-six participants left with many tips and advanced techniques to improve their open water swimming. The swimmers were of all abilities from weekend warriors to professional tri-athletes to world champion swimmers. The clinician, Sara McLarty, is a 15-time NCAA Division 1 All-American Swimmer and professional Triathlete who has never been beaten out of the water in over 250 triathlons. She passed on her knowledge of starting, sighting, turning buoys, drafting, overtaking swimmers, and finishing. There was group discussion on race feeding and transitioning (water-to-bike). Many of the training techniques were put into practice in the water session, including learning an efficient way of sighting, turning buoys, and drafting. With the number of swimmers in the water, it was an excellent way of learning skills simulating turbulent, race-day conditions. The Inland Northwest Masters Swim Committee and Sara McLarty would like to thank the participants and the Spokane Club for their support!
March 3 – April 28 no class April 7 due to spring break
Session 6 March 5 – 29 Registration ends February 29
Session 7
April 9 – May 3 Registration ends April 4
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May 7– 24 (3 week) Registration ends May 2 Register at any time, but registration will close the Monday prior to the start of each session. You will be notified of lesson times the Wednesday before the start of lessons. Cancellations must be received by noon the Friday before the start of the session to avoid a cancellation fee of $10. If you sign up before the registration deadline you will be guaranteed a spot in lessons. Late registration will be taken on availability and space of classes. Classes may be cancelled if there are less then 3 children in a class.
Private Swimming lessons Private and semi-private lessons for adults or children are available for $20 per half hour ($5 for each additional student). Request the instructor of your choice or leave your name and number by calling 459-4571 x512 and an instructor will contact you. www.spokaneclub.org | March/April 2012 | 47
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