| 3 | Bridge Night - 7PM |
| 10 | Ladies Night - 7PM |
| 17 | St. Patty's Twilight |
| 17 | Men's Night - 7PM |
Every Thursday Morning is Ladies
Day
Thanks for the vote of confidence......again. Over 25% of our members opted
to pay 1 years dues in advance, indicating a strong showing in a weak economic
environment. This mimics the nations strong support for the health and fitness
industry.
Adieu to Gary Walker, who has worked for the club over 25 years. Gary's jobs
have spanned the full spectrum over the years, having worked the front desk,
been responsible for the pool, court repairs, club lighting, etc., etc. He has
been a dedicated, responsible employee and I wish him well in his retirement.
Gary will be moving to Sacramento. Welcome Omar Perez, who will be taking over
Gary Walker's position with added responsibilities for landscaping.
I garnered a few complaints when the main pool heater went out last month. But,
folks, I was very pleased that we were back up and running within 1 week, with
a few kinks worked out a few days later. This is extraordinary timing and, despite
a little grumbling, I feel very fortunate to get up and running so fast. Mechanical
failures are part and parcel of this business and my crew and I do our best
to get back on board as fast as possible.
More interruptions on the horizon. The home construction that took place on
the contiguous parcel below courts 1 & 2 caused considerable court cracking.
Courts 2 & 10 were the most seriously affected, but courts 4, 5, 6 & 8 need
attention, too. Thus, I have contracted for resurfacing of those 6 courts, which
is expected to take place in April or May. The chosen contractor has given a
written guarantee that re-cracking will not recur within 2 years, an incentive
I couldn't pass up. Colors will remain the same. Although resurfacing wasn't
anticipated for at least 3 more years, I couldn't allow unsightly courts for
so long a period of time.
March 13 & 14 is our Open House Art Show. All artists featured are members of
Oakland Hills Tennis Club......and, they are good. I should know, I purchased
several pieces at last Spring's show. Invite friends to come. I emphasize that
this is an Open House show, the public is invited.
Welcome James Davies, our new massage therapist. James has been offering specials.
Take him up on the offer, I hear he is real good.
We need your recommendations for membership. As mentioned in earlier newsletters,
membership is down, costs are up and the economy is a stinker. January and February
didn't see many recommendations but, if you want a crack at up to $10,000.00
prize money awarded at our 35th anniversary party August 1, you have to have
recommended a new member. In fact, recommend more than one and increase your
odds of winning. Full particulars are posted at the front entry. Remember to
mark August 1 on your calendar. Our 35th anniversary is something you will not
want to miss.
Cordially, Oakland Hills Tennis Club, Inc. Jim Thompson Sr., President
Welcome New Members
Stuart Butler, Irene & Travis Stanley, Sara & Lance Buckley, Anna Recinos, Martha
Schmitz , Meta High & Robert Briggs, Ira & Dominique Stein, Vladimir Kresin.
Bridge Night
Rose Ann Kase
Enjoy a fun evening of exciting bridge on Wednesday, March 3rd at 7 pm.
Ladies' Night
Miko Hawkins and Jeanne Ballard
Make your month by coming out to this mid-week tennis event on Wednesday, March
10th at 7 pm.
Men's Night
Ron Iriyama
Join Ron and the rest of the guys on Wednesday, March 17th that 7 pm for some
tennis followed by snacks in the lounge.
Carol Anderson, Membership Coordinator
$10 GRAND* IN YOUR HAND - If we reach the 100 member goal! You, as a member,
will get one chance in our drawing for every new joining member you refer between
January 1 & July 31st Drawing will be held at OHTC's 35th Anniversary Party
on August 1, 2010. (*Grand Prize will be pro-rated according to percentage achieved.)
Ask membership for details!!
MONET, VAN GOGH, REMBRANDT right here at Oakland Hills?? Maybe not, but you
will certainly recognize talent in our very own members and staff. Their work
will be exhibited in an ART SHOW right here in our public spaces on Saturday
& Sunday, March 13 & 14 between 11am & 4pm. Many art pieces will be available
for sale. Email Rosina for more details: rtcortesi@sbcglobal.net Adrenaline
rushes to the net available here! 2010 USTA Adult League signups are now in
full swing. If you haven't already committed yourself to a team, do so immediately!
Never played USTA tennis and aren't quite sure what it's all about? We'll be
happy to guide you through it and put you in touch with a Captain. Email Rosina
rtcortesi@sbcglobal.net for help! The Club's Mixed Doubles Tournament Semis
& Finals will be played on the weekend of March 27 & 28. Come out to watch and
cheer for your favorite teams as they battle those nerves on match point!
HELPFUL LOCKER FACTS: Family Shared, Under 18 Boys and Under 18 Girls lockers
are located near the massage area. Adult Men and Ladies lockers are located
near the cardio room. Wait lists are at the check-in desk. Please sign up for
the area or areas you are interested in. Call me with any questions. If you
have comments or suggestions that will make your visits to Oakland Hills more
enjoyable, email: membership@oaklandhills.com ; call directly on my cell: 220-2463,
or put it in writing in our Member Comment Log, always available at the front
desk! See you around!
Swim Stats
As Spring approaches, the sun shines and once again we applaud those lappers
which swam over 100 laps: Renee Reynolds, 600; Karl Pflasterer, 365; Jane Seleznow,
190; Rich Edwards, 170; Vicki Carson, 120.
Aquatics
Ann Cavalli, Director
Ann Cavalli, Director Think spring, think swim. Spring group lessons will begin
April 27, Tues. and Thurs.,. and continue through June 1. Classes are ½ hour
and begin 1:00.
If enough people are interested, a class may be formed earlier.
Private lessons are available for all ages throughout the year. $40 members/$45
non-members.
Summer group lessons are held Mon. thru Fri. for 2 weeks, ½ hour.
I June 14 - June 25
II June 28 -July 9
III July 12 - July 23
IV July 26 - Aug. 6
Ten Lessons, Aug. 9- Aug. 15, $100 members/$120 non-members.
Tennis
Jerry Conrad, Head Pro
The Oakland Hills Summer Tennis Camp for juniors is just a few short months
away. I have finished the brochure and sent out the first mailing via Email
last week. If you did not receive one, you can download the brochure and application
at my website, "tenniswithjerryconrad.com". I will also have several brochures
at the front desk for your convenience.
The summer camp will begin June 14 and continue to August 20th. There will be
five two-week sessions that meet daily from 10:30-2:00. Juniors interested in
more tennis can signup for the extended tennis camp which meets from 2:30-4:30.
We offer parents the option to take one-week sessions to fit into busy summer
schedules. The age range for the camp is 6 to16 and we teach kids who are beginners
to intermediate in skills. Please feel free to call or email me (262-9955, jerryconrad27@yahoo.com)
if you have any questions concerning the camp.
The junior tennis team is just about ready to start a new season. We should
have nearly 25 kids participating on the team this season. Home matches will
be played on Friday afternoons from 4-6pm starting March 12th. We also have
classes for beginners on Tuesdays that meet from 4-5:30. Please give me a call
if you have any questions about the group lessons for juniors. All brochures
and applications can be found at my wedsite.
Fitness Facts
David Blaschka, Director
Well, how is everyone doing with their New Years Goals? Have to drifted away?
Are you frustrated? Are you bored? Let OHTC Personal Training help you get back
on track. A new, energizing, fun and goal oriented exercise program is ready
for YOU. Let's do it Together?
A little reminder again on gym etiquette:
1. Please wipe down all equipment (prior too) and after use. There are towels
at the front desk and wet wipes in booth workout rooms.
2. Please return all equipment used to their proper place after use - especially
the heavy weights in the weight room - some members can not lift the heavy wight
and must either ask for help or skip the exercise all together (it is very frustrating
when you hope you can use a piece of equipment and can not because someone has
left heavy weights on the machine
3. Please share space with other members in the stretching area of the weight
room
4. Please take turns and ask to 'work in' on a particular piece of equipment
We are all in this for the common goal --- Good Health ------ Let's work together.
Muscle of the Month - Quadriceps The Quadriceps consists of 4 muscles of the
front of the leg. The vastus medialis, intermedius, lateralis, and rectus femoris.
It forms the extensor of the knee, forming a large fleshy mass which covers
the front and sides of the femora. It is the strongest and leanest muscle in
the human body. These 4 powerful extensors of the knee joint are crucial in
walking, running, jumping and squatting. The rectus femoris attaches to the
illium which works as a flexor of the hip. This action is crucial to walking
or running as it swings the leg forward into the ensuing step. There are many
exercises to strength the quads including: leg extension, squat, leg press,
lunge, and many others.
Pictures of the Quads (and hamstrings from last months article), along with
exercises and general information will be posted on the Fitness Bulletin Board
in the hallway. For proper technique on exercises for the Quads or any questions
regarding Personal Training, contact Ilene or David at 531-3300 ext 12. Thank
You
Massage Messages
David Blaschka, Director
March already?! Have you blinked and the first two months of the year are gone?
Now that you're hopefully settled into the year and everything is calming down;
remember to take time for yourself. And what better way to take care of yourself
then by taking a break, a getaway, even for an hour. Come to OHTC and let our
Massage Therapists take care of you. A glorious, invigorating, and/or relaxing
massage is for YOU. Different Massager Therapists complimented with all of their
various modalities will offer you what you want and what you need!
If you have questions regarding all of our Massage Therapists and their various
modalities; please visit the front desk and review the Massage Binder. The information
provided will help shape your decision as to which therapist to choose and which
modality might benefit you the best.
If you ask the Front Desk for a robe, please return it to the Front Desk upon
your exit from the club. Unfortunately, we have had a few come up missing. So,
to help remind all members; if a robe is not returned; a charge of $50 will
be charged to your club account. And, if you take it home by accident and then
return it, the charge will be reversed. Thank You.
Please be aware of how you are feeling 24 hours before and right up to your
massage. If you feel as if you are getting sick please take yourself and the
massage therapist into consideration. A massage can move toxins and increase
a chance of an illness getting worse for you. Bodywork can make the Massage
Therapist more susceptible to getting an illness as well; and it might carry
over to the next member receiving a massage. If you cancel, you will not be
charged for the massage under the 24 hour Cancellation Policy. Please let the
Front Desk know the reason for your cancelation.
Please be advised that it is up to the Massage Therapist if they choose to cancel
the massage on the spot if they feel it is in their and your best interest to
refrain from bodywork due to an illness. Your massage will NOT be charged. It
is better to cancel, have you rest and feel better prior to rescheduling. (information
on illness and massage will be posted on the Massage Bulletin Board in the hallway).
Our Massage Therapists work very hard to give you the best massage possible.
Gratuities are always WELCOMED and VERY APPRECIATED. Thank You all the members
who make our Massage Therapy here at OHTC, the best it can be. Feedback is always
welcomed and listened too.
Social Information
Rosina Cortesi, Director
The 2010 CLUB MIXED DOUBLES TOURNAMENT gets underway on March 8. Come out and
watch the semis and finals matches on the weekend of March 27th & 28th.
Have you seen the posters in the Club? The 2010 ART SHOW is Saturday, March
13th and Sunday, March 14th. On both days from 11am - 4pm, the work of our talented
OHTC members will be on display in the lounge, in the hall and in the aerobics
room. The featured artists will be Laurie Rothman, Karen Flamme, John Nicolini,
Margaret Wade, Nancy Overton, Chuck Overton, Bonnie Crosse, Bob Jacobs, Christa
Schreiber, Emily Rosenberg and Mary Helene Wagner. See live demonstrations and
talk to the artists. Light refreshments will be served. Many art pieces will
be available for sale. Please support your local artists and drop by the Club
on March 13th and/or March 14th from 11am - 4pm.
The 2010 USTA ADULT LEAGUE starts March 15th. If interested in playing on a
team, please call or email me and I'll put you in touch with the appropriate
team captain.
Mark your calendars for our SPRING WINE TASTING event on Saturday, May 15th
from 5-7pm and THE 2010 CLUB SINGLES and CLUB DOUBLES TOURNAMENTS which starts
April 12th with the finals on the weekend of May 15th and 16th. More details
in future newsletters. Look for all 2010 social events elsewhere in this newsletter
so you can mark your calendar accordingly. You don't want to miss out on the
OHTC social events that interest you.
Free Craft Classes Offered Always looking for something fun for your
children to do while you hit the gym? How about a craft class? Starting March
11th, bring them with you on Wednesday Afternoons -- 3:30 to 5:30pm. Children
can make something fun with a long time craft teacher and club member Kelly
Jonick. The Craft Class is offered to members and their families and is FREE!
Come for the full 2 hour Craft Class, or just pop in for short creative break.
Kelly Jonick is a toy maker, creative sewing and craft teacher. She has been
leading art classes at Children's Fairyland for over ten years. She specializes
in making fun useful art projects from every day household items. Projects are
simple to make but may be decorated and individualized for each young artist
interest and talent. Suitable for ages 5 to 13 and any age crafty adult, come
by to check it out and make something new to take home.
Group Exercise
Luciana Fair, Director
We offer more then 30 classes a week at OHTC. There is a lot of variety in class
formats. Some example are: Total Body conditioning, Step, Hi-lo cardio, Zumba,
Hip-hop, Body Sculpt, Pilates, Yoga, Tai-chi (Taiji Quan), AquaFit and Aikido.
Pick up a Group Exercise schedule at the front desk and improve your brain power!
Keep fit and Healthy!
| Time | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
| 6:15 AM |
Back Care Annette |
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| 8:00 AM | Back Care Anette |
8:15 Pilates Lala |
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| 8:45 AM | Back Care Anette |
Back Care Anette |
Back Care Anette |
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| 9:00 AM | Hi-Low Interval Sally |
Step Interval Sally |
Power
Yoga Luciana |
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| 9:15 AM | TBC Laura |
9:00am Aqua Fit* Merle |
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| 9:30 AM | TBC Angelique |
Step & Sculpt Kelly Aqua Fit* Merle |
Zumba |
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| 10:05 AM | . | Yoga Marjie |
. | Yoga Domonick |
Body Sculpt |
10:15 Zumba Luciana |
Step Interval Luciana |
| 10:30 AM | Yoga Marjie |
. | Pilates Anette |
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| 3:30 PM | 4:00 Pilates Erica |
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3:30-5:30PM |
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| 6:00 PM | SWAC Yulia |
Zumba/Sculpt Luciana |
Hip Hop Jesse |
Body Sculpt Tom |
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| 7:00 PM | Yoga Luciana |
Pilates Bz |
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| 7:30 PM | Aikido* Gordon |
8pm Ping Pong |
Tai-Quan Sam |
Aikido * Gordon |
*Fee Based |