Wow what a holiday season! It was fun, but now we are all getting back on track in our eating and fitness…hopefully! Here is what is going on at HRC right now
HRC GOES LIVE WEEKLY ON FACEBOOK AND INSTAGRAM
We send these newsletters out monthly but how do you find out what is going on each week? You can always check out our website but starting just before Christmas we started a weekly quick update of what’s going on with live broadcasts on social media. So if you aren’t linked up to us on Facebook and Instagram, you should! We also post pictures and videos of things going on at the club too. Check it out!
TENNIS: Adult Programs, Winter Interclub League, Upcoming Programs, Fed Cup
Adult Program Notes. In January, we continue our existing adult clinics and round robins, and add one more!
- Thursday Men’s Drop-In Doubles: We are bringing back the Men’s Drop-In Doubles on Thursday mornings from 8:30-10am. Please pre-register at least 24 hours before by calling the main line or emailing Dylan. This drop-in doubles is for all levels of play.
Don’t forget all the existing adult play options that continue: Monday Men’s Night Out, Tuesday Ladies’ Night Out, Wednesday Morning Men’s Clinic, Thursday Morning Ladies’ Clinic, Thursday Advanced Men’s Doubles Round Robin, and Friday Night Mixed Doubles Drill and Play.
Winter Interclub League Update. All teams have been filled for our first season of the Winter Cup!! Thank you for joining in our new fun pre-season league! If you did not get on a team but would like to be an alternate in case a team needs another player, please reach out to Dylan.
Tennis to keep an eye out for… Try Tennis: This program is designed for beginner adult players or players who have not played in a long time. Start date: February 28th. Tennis 201: Tennis 201 is our follow up program for the beginner tennis classes. It’s also a great option for players who have taken some time off and are looking to get back into it! Start date: February 27th. Spring League Registration: Spring leagues are now open for registration!! Be sure to form your teams and reach out to all the players you would like to have on your team! If you are looking for a team, please reach out to Dylan. Junior L6 Tournament: We are hosting an L6 tournament February 23rd that’s all round-robins and a fun competitive experience for beginner to intermediate junior players. Next Junior Session: We are in the second week the first session of the Junior Tennis Academy. Next session will be starting February 26th. Junior Team Tennis: JTT is back in WNC! Details are being worked out, but it looks like the season will start in April.
Fed Cup. The Fed Cup is back in Asheville! We hope to see you all there February 9-10. USA will be playing Australia. If you would like to volunteer or if the kids want to play in the free clinics that weekend, head over to http://www.avltennis.com/fedcup, but do it soon! The link to tickets can be found there also. It’s a great event…be a part of it!
FITNESS NEWS: Class Cancelation Policy, Mindful Movement, Muscles in Motion, Insurance Sponsored Fitness Programs, Yoga for Rehabilitation and Healing, Kids Fit Club and Homeschool PE
Class Cancellation Policy. HRC follows Henderson County Public School cancellation and delay schedule in regards to fitness classes. Alerts of class cancellations will be e-mailed, posted on the website and on Facebook.
Mindful Movement. A new season of Mindful Movement started 1/4. Mindful Movement are Fridays at 8:15 am. For anyone with sciatica, arthritis, or just seeking to relax and release tension in the body. All levels welcome. No Pilates/Yoga experience is necessary. Feel free to call Denise with any questions at 703-220-0651.
Class Spotlight: Muscles in Motion. MIM is a total body workout that will get your heart and muscles pumping. Varied workouts will combine cardio and strength training. End this class with floor work focusing on core strengthening exercises. Available for free to all HRC members, guests pay $7. Monday and Fridays at 9:30 am
Insurance Sponsored Fitness Programs. The new year brought in several changes in health care plans. HRC is a staunch supporter of senior fitness and still honors Silver Sneakers and Silver & Fit. In addition, HRC is now offering two more insurance sponsored fitness programs: Renew Active and UHC Medicare Supplement (both through United Health Care). If you have any questions on what you have and how to sign in, please contact Briana.
Yoga for Rehabilitation and Healing is back! 4 week session of classes (following Leslie’s workshop on Feb. 2nd.) 11:45-12:45 on Wednesdays. Feb. 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th. $5 members, $7 non-members. This ultra-relaxing and slow-paced class series is designed for persons who are healing from sports injuries, surgeries, or chronic illness. For persons recovering from surgery or acute injuries, it is a requirement to be released by one’s health care practitioner to participate in gentle yoga group classes. No previous yoga experience is necessary. One may attend any or all of the classes in the series. Instructor: Leslie Morrill, E-RYT 500, certified IAYT Yoga Therapist
Kids Fit Club and Homeschool PE. Bobby has starting two great kids fitness programs. Both programs will focus on making fitness fun while also learning about nutrition, proper exercise technique, and healthy lifestyle changes in a positive and encouraging environment. Kids Fit Club Sessions will be Tuesdays 6-7 pm and Saturdays 1-2 pm. Homeschool PE sessions are Mondays and Thursdays 1-2 pm and 2-3 pm.
MASSAGE AND STRETCHING SERVICES AVAILABLE
Lee is here for one more week before being away for another week. Book some time for when she is here at 860-985-5834!
Michael is offering the Fascial Stretch Therapy in the afternoons. If you haven’t tried it before, he will do your first session free! Contact him at 828-545-2804 to book your appointment today!
RACQUETBALL NEWS
Morning racquetball is in full swing! They guys and gals have lots of fun and exercise weekday mornings…come check it out! Court 3 is the challenge court where you find a doubles partner and see if you can beat the best!
Tuesday Night Racquetball is back! Starting January 15th, HRC will have drop-in racquetball at night 6-8 pm. Three courts will be available for singles, doubles or cutthroat. All abilities welcome. It’s free for members or $5 for fitness members and non-members.
More racquetball programming is coming soon to HRC, including a tournament in April. If anyone is interested in being in a league or ladder, contact Bobby Garrett!
WALLYBALL
Wallyball, volleyball played on a racquetball court, will be played Saturdays at 10 am starting January 19th. It is free for members or $5 for non-members. Refreshments will be provided for this first session of the season so come on out and play! Contact Bobby for more information.
TABLE TENNIS/PING PONG CLUB
Want to meet with fellow table tennis enthusiasts for some fun and competition rain or shine? Contact Bobby at the club or HRC member Perry Vogel if interested.
CLUB UPGRADES
The snow and ice storms have created more work for us than we would have liked, but it certainly could have been worse, so overall we are thankful. During the nice days last week we finally got to chip/mulch up all the downed branches that were stacked by the pond. We also took 12”+ more water out of the pool (most ever!) and added some chemicals to it so it’s all set for the rest of the winter season.
On the LED upgrade/retrofit front, we have installed the new lighting in the pro shop, maintenance room, clubhouse hallway, main room and kitchen. The fixtures for the arena/fitness building have been ordered and should come in today or tomorrow with install happening within the week. Then February we tackle the rest of the clubhouse. The lighting levels should be the same or greater than you are enjoying now!
Other projects in the pipeline are finishing up arena improvements (white backdrop securing, divider curtain, grinding and painting concreted areas), and starting some fitness room improvements. All materials have been ordered or are at HRC awaiting installation. The next month you will see some noticeable upgrades!
….thanks for being a part of the HRC family. If you need anything or have any comments/questions, please don’t hesitate to ask any of our staff. Let’s make the beginning of 2019 great, keep active and see you at the club!
Sincerely,
Chris, Cindy and staff