A Monthly Newsletter from the JCC Sports & Fitness Center

JANUARY 2013VOL 3, ISSUE 1

JCC Fitness Focus

TRY PILATESA DYNAMIC, NON-IMPACT EXERCISE PROGRAMGroup Pilates Fundamentals This eight-session series is an introduction to Pilates on the Reformerapparatus. No prior Pilates experience necessary. The course is designedto prepare participants to attend Group Pilates Reformer Beginnerclasses. Upcoming dates include:

January 8–31, Tuesdays & Thursdays - 10:30—11:20 a.m.January 11–March 1, Fridays - 10:30—11:20 a.m.January 9–February 27, Wednesdays - 6:30—7:20 p.m. February 3–March 24, Sundays - 10:30—11:20 a.m.February 5–28, Tuesdays & Thursdays - 10:30—11:20 a.m.$120/S&F; $160/Guests

Pilates Tower Chair Fundamentals Taught by instructor, Jen Duffley, for the more experienced Pilates practitioner.Prerequisite for the course is Level 2 mastery on the Reformer and in-structor approval. Register online or contact us at pilates@jccdenver.org.

Wednesdays 10:30-11:20 a.m.February 13, 20, 27, March 6, 13$75/S&F member; $125/Guest

POOL NEWSSweet Salt Pool!In case you haven’t already heard, the JCC has the only year-round outdoor,salt-sanitized pool in Denver. Our members keep telling us how enjoyablethis feels – no harsh chemicals, better for hair, eyes and skin, swimming undercrisp blue winter skies. The pool is open for lap swimmers during the hourslisted below, if the air temperature is at or above 35 degrees. Check out website or follow us on Twitter to get current pool status.

Monday – Friday, 5:30 a.m., 11 a.m.—1 p.m., 4—7 p.m. (Closes at 6:30 p.m. onFridays), Sunday, 8 a.m.—Noon

Sea Stars (Recreational) Swim Team Starts up on Feb. 4 for children ages 5—17. New swimmers are always welcome. For contact details (303) 316-6444 or seastars@jccdenver.org.

Swim Lessons Session 1 Begin on Jan. 6For children ages 6 months – 12 years old, swim safe academy offerssmall group lessons. Children are divided into small groups by age andability. Our program emphasizes comfort and enjoyment in the waterwhile also developing stroke technique and life–long swim skills.

Sundays, Jan. 6—Feb. 3Mondays & Wednesday, Jan. 7—Feb. 6Lessons times vary by age group. Download registration form at www.jccdenver.org/aquatics or contact aquatics@jccdenver.org.

Chapped Cheek Challenge - Sunday, Feb. 17, 2013Don’t let the kids have all the fun. Participate in our Outdoor Adult SwimMeet benefitting the youth swim teams at the JCC Denver. Open to all swim-mers 18 years+. Come swim in our beautiful heated outdoor salt pool!

Warm-up: 7 a.m.Start: 8 a.m.$20 for four individual events - unlimited relays$10 for JCC S&F MembersVisit the Aquatics tab at www.jccdenver.org or contact aquatics@jccdenver.org for more details.

A Monthly Newsletter from the JCC Sports & Fitness Center

JANUARY 2013VOL 3, ISSUE 1

JCC Fitness Focus

TRY PILATESA DYNAMIC, NON-IMPACT EXERCISE PROGRAMGroup Pilates Fundamentals This eight-session series is an introduction to Pilates on the Reformerapparatus. No prior Pilates experience necessary. The course is designedto prepare participants to attend Group Pilates Reformer Beginnerclasses. Upcoming dates include:

January 8–31, Tuesdays & Thursdays - 10:30—11:20 a.m.January 11–March 1, Fridays - 10:30—11:20 a.m.January 9–February 27, Wednesdays - 6:30—7:20 p.m. February 3–March 24, Sundays - 10:30—11:20 a.m.February 5–28, Tuesdays & Thursdays - 10:30—11:20 a.m.$120/S&F; $160/Guests

Pilates Tower Chair Fundamentals Taught by instructor, Jen Duffley, for the more experienced Pilates practitioner.Prerequisite for the course is Level 2 mastery on the Reformer and in-structor approval. Register online or contact us at pilates@jccdenver.org.

Wednesdays 10:30-11:20 a.m.February 13, 20, 27, March 6, 13$75/S&F member; $125/Guest

POOL NEWSSweet Salt Pool!In case you haven’t already heard, the JCC has the only year-round outdoor,salt-sanitized pool in Denver. Our members keep telling us how enjoyablethis feels – no harsh chemicals, better for hair, eyes and skin, swimming undercrisp blue winter skies. The pool is open for lap swimmers during the hourslisted below, if the air temperature is at or above 35 degrees. Check out website or follow us on Twitter to get current pool status.

Monday – Friday, 5:30 a.m., 11 a.m.—1 p.m., 4—7 p.m. (Closes at 6:30 p.m. onFridays), Sunday, 8 a.m.—Noon

Sea Stars (Recreational) Swim Team Starts up on Feb. 4 for children ages 5—17. New swimmers are always welcome. For contact details (303) 316-6444 or seastars@jccdenver.org.

Swim Lessons Session 1 Begin on Jan. 6For children ages 6 months – 12 years old, swim safe academy offerssmall group lessons. Children are divided into small groups by age andability. Our program emphasizes comfort and enjoyment in the waterwhile also developing stroke technique and life–long swim skills.

Sundays, Jan. 6—Feb. 3Mondays & Wednesday, Jan. 7—Feb. 6Lessons times vary by age group. Download registration form at www.jccdenver.org/aquatics or contact aquatics@jccdenver.org.

Chapped Cheek Challenge - Sunday, Feb. 17, 2013Don’t let the kids have all the fun. Participate in our Outdoor Adult SwimMeet benefitting the youth swim teams at the JCC Denver. Open to all swim-mers 18 years+. Come swim in our beautiful heated outdoor salt pool!

Warm-up: 7 a.m.Start: 8 a.m.$20 for four individual events - unlimited relays$10 for JCC S&F MembersVisit the Aquatics tab at www.jccdenver.org or contact aquatics@jccdenver.org for more details.

SMALL GROUP PROGRAMSChaiest Loser Season 5This 10-week program will help you lose the weight you’ve been meaningto lose in a fun, competitive environment.

Jan. 28—April 5Only $175Join a team and receive:• 30-minute initial assessment• Semi-weekly group training sessions• Weekly weigh-in & goal tracking• Weekly nutrition and wellness tips via email• A Chai-est Loser team T-shirt• 10% off personal training during the challengeWinning contestant receives a $50 gift card to Sports Authority plus onemonth of free dues. For more information, contact Mike at msosniak@jccdenver.org.

JCC Ironman Triathlon Be part of our fifth annual challenge, Tuesday, Jan. 1-Thursday, Jan. 31.Start the New Year by completing our Triathlon Challenge:

• Swim 2.5 miles or row 2.5 hours• Bike 112 miles• Run or walk 26.2 milesParticipants will receive weekly emails with tips and encouragement.Keep track of your progress on our leader board. Registration is FREE.Contact Rachel for more information at fitness@jccdenver.org.

Intro to KettlebellsThis class will teach you proper form and technique for using kettlebells.A kettlebell is a cast iron weight with a handle that became popular inRussia many centuries ago. Kettlebells provide numerous benefitsthrough building stamina, lean muscle mass, and developing corestrength. The Kettlebell’s center of mass is shifted from the handle caus-ing the weight to constantly pull against your body. This adds instabilityto your workout forcing your body to utilize different muscle fibers thanit’s used to using. Kettlebells also continuously engages your core andupper body by countering the momentum of the kettlebell.

January 7—30, four weeksMondays/Wednesdays @ 5:45 p.m.—6:30 p.m. Functional Training Room/Spin Room$100/S&F members; $120/guestsMinimum enrollment needed to run: 3 peopleMaximum enrollment: 6 peopleQuestions? Contact training@jccdenver.org.

Meet Personal Trainer, April TellerApril believes in the power behind mental strength.“Change occurs first in the mind then in the body. Youwill make lifelong changes when you train with me. I also believe in working hard and playing hard. Activeand healthy living requires that sweet balance be-tween giving it 100% and having fun. In our sessions,you will work hard but have fun.”

April’s specialty areas include: Interval training, use of kettlebells andother fitness equipment, circuit weight training and buddy training.

DROP-OFF CHILDCARE Let us take care of your child while you take care ofyourself. Monday – Friday 8 a.m.—12:30 p.m.Sunday 8 a.m.—noon

Cost: Infant $7/hr With sibling $10.50/hrCost: Child $6/hr With sibling $9.50/hrParents MUST remain on the JCC premises at all times. Please call(303) 316-6301 to reserve your spot. Reservations are HIGHLY recom-mended. We can be available for additional hours if enrollment permits.Please note, all members must have a credit card on file for your childcarecharges. If you are not a member of the JCC or Sports & Fitness Center, payment will be due at time of pick-up. Cash or check is accepted.

Health and Wellness FairStart 2013 with a plan for a healthy lifestyle! Come to our free health fairfor all ages designed to create a plan of action for your health goals.

Sunday, Jan. 6, 1—4 p.m.JCC Phillips Social Hall

Refer a FriendYou are our best ambassadors and we want to reward you for bringingyour friends into the Center. For every new member you refer to us, youreceive ONE MONTH DUES FREE. It’s easy to do. You can provide theJCC membership office with your friends’ contact information or you canhave your friends mention your name when they join.

We also want to make it easy for your friends to try out the Center. The24th of every month is free guest day. Bring in friends at no charge.

SMALL GROUP PROGRAMSChaiest Loser Season 5This 10-week program will help you lose the weight you’ve been meaningto lose in a fun, competitive environment.

Jan. 28—April 5Only $175Join a team and receive:• 30-minute initial assessment• Semi-weekly group training sessions• Weekly weigh-in & goal tracking• Weekly nutrition and wellness tips via email• A Chai-est Loser team T-shirt• 10% off personal training during the challengeWinning contestant receives a $50 gift card to Sports Authority plus onemonth of free dues. For more information, contact Mike at msosniak@jccdenver.org.

JCC Ironman Triathlon Be part of our fifth annual challenge, Tuesday, Jan. 1-Thursday, Jan. 31.Start the New Year by completing our Triathlon Challenge:

• Swim 2.5 miles or row 2.5 hours• Bike 112 miles• Run or walk 26.2 milesParticipants will receive weekly emails with tips and encouragement.Keep track of your progress on our leader board. Registration is FREE.Contact Rachel for more information at fitness@jccdenver.org.

Intro to KettlebellsThis class will teach you proper form and technique for using kettlebells.A kettlebell is a cast iron weight with a handle that became popular inRussia many centuries ago. Kettlebells provide numerous benefitsthrough building stamina, lean muscle mass, and developing corestrength. The Kettlebell’s center of mass is shifted from the handle caus-ing the weight to constantly pull against your body. This adds instabilityto your workout forcing your body to utilize different muscle fibers thanit’s used to using. Kettlebells also continuously engages your core andupper body by countering the momentum of the kettlebell.

January 7—30, four weeksMondays/Wednesdays @ 5:45 p.m.—6:30 p.m. Functional Training Room/Spin Room$100/S&F members; $120/guestsMinimum enrollment needed to run: 3 peopleMaximum enrollment: 6 peopleQuestions? Contact training@jccdenver.org.

Meet Personal Trainer, April TellerApril believes in the power behind mental strength.“Change occurs first in the mind then in the body. Youwill make lifelong changes when you train with me. I also believe in working hard and playing hard. Activeand healthy living requires that sweet balance be-tween giving it 100% and having fun. In our sessions,you will work hard but have fun.”

April’s specialty areas include: Interval training, use of kettlebells andother fitness equipment, circuit weight training and buddy training.

DROP-OFF CHILDCARE Let us take care of your child while you take care ofyourself. Monday – Friday 8 a.m.—12:30 p.m.Sunday 8 a.m.—noon

Cost: Infant $7/hr With sibling $10.50/hrCost: Child $6/hr With sibling $9.50/hrParents MUST remain on the JCC premises at all times. Please call(303) 316-6301 to reserve your spot. Reservations are HIGHLY recom-mended. We can be available for additional hours if enrollment permits.Please note, all members must have a credit card on file for your childcarecharges. If you are not a member of the JCC or Sports & Fitness Center, payment will be due at time of pick-up. Cash or check is accepted.

Health and Wellness FairStart 2013 with a plan for a healthy lifestyle! Come to our free health fairfor all ages designed to create a plan of action for your health goals.

Sunday, Jan. 6, 1—4 p.m.JCC Phillips Social Hall

Refer a FriendYou are our best ambassadors and we want to reward you for bringingyour friends into the Center. For every new member you refer to us, youreceive ONE MONTH DUES FREE. It’s easy to do. You can provide theJCC membership office with your friends’ contact information or you canhave your friends mention your name when they join.

We also want to make it easy for your friends to try out the Center. The24th of every month is free guest day. Bring in friends at no charge.