April Newsletter

• Calendar 
• Aerobics 
• Aikido
  
• Aquatics
• Fitness Facts
• Massage Messages
• Membership
• New Members and Referrals
• President's Message
• Social
• Swim Stats
• Tennis

Calendar

2	Bridge Night - 7 pm
9	Ladies Night - 7pm
16	Men's Night - 7 pm

Every Thursday Morning is Ladies Day
Every Tuesday Night is Men's League

Upcoming Events

5/3	Cinco de Mayo Twilight

5/17	Wine Tasting and Art Show

Welcome New Members
Thomas & Helen Hoeffel; Matt & Carolyn Lonner; Jon & Dawn Borchardt

President's Message
My apologies to you, March didn't go so well. First, it was the parking lot repairs. Coordinating with the contractor didn't go a smoothly as planned - he had conflicts, I had conflicts. The disruption will not take place on April 8, weather permitting. Whew! Second, it is court 1, which was recently resurfaced last September. On March 7, I determined it was no longer safe. The new matting applied to the court has warped all over, creating a for sure, accident ready to happen scenerio. I've written the contractor and manufacturer certified mail, return receipt, outlining my consternation, requesting as early a fix as possible. Weather is a factor when dealing with this mat, but it hasn't been in great shape since it was applied. Hopefully, it will be returned to service in April, but I have no date or plan in place as I write. Keep your fingers crossed with me and remain positive. In all fairness, the contractor has stopped by at least twice during the winter to check on things. I'm confident he will follow through; it's just the timing that is irking me. The USTANORCAL leagues are in full swing. The club has fielded 8 teams, all enthusiastic about coming in #1, maybe in the Nationals, too. Good luck. The baby pool will be heated starting April 15, when children's swim lessons resume. The snack bar will open May 1, or slightly before if the weather is cooperating. Cordially, Oakland Hills Tennis Club, Inc. Jim Thompson, President

Social
Rosina Cortesi, Director
Spring is upon us and the events are heating up. Look for two exciting events coming in May.
Our annual CINCO DE MAYO FIESTA is on Saturday, May 3rd. We will have food, drinks and entertainment! We've lined up Tequila Grill of San Leandro to prepare an authentic Mexican dinner. Geraldo Rivera of Tequila Grill will also be preparing and serving his famous margaritas. In addition to a great Mexican meal and delicious margaritas, we have some fabulous entertainment. Alison Hurwitz of Second Glance Dance and her partner, Eldon Bryce (our Ballroom Dance instructors) will perform two exciting choreographed routines, plus teach a lesson on a fun and festive Latin dance. This should be a fun evening. Invite your friends. The sign-up sheet will go up in the lobby in early April, but you can call me at 531-3300, x24 or email me at rtcortesi@sbcglobal.net and I'll be happy to sign you up. Please, no cancellations after April 28th.
Our next May event is a first…a SPRING WINE TASTING & ART SHOW on Saturday, May 17th from 5-7pm. Our Fall Wine Tasting Reception has been so popular, we are doing one in the spring. At this tasting we will focus on white wines and light reds - rosés and pinot noirs. You will be able to purchase wines at a significant discount from various vintners. Also available for tasting will be Silver Tree Olive Oil imported from Turkey. In additional to tasting wines and olive oil, hors d'oeuvrers catered by Rick & Ann's will be served and a guitarist will provide entertainment. We will also have an art show featuring the work of members and staff. (More information on the artists will be available in the May newsletter.) This will be a wonderful event. The sign-up sheet will go up in the lobby in April, but you can call me at 531-3300, x24 or email me at rtcortesi@sbcglobal.net and I'll sign you up. Please, no cancellations after May 5th.
Look for all 2008 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.

Membership
Carol Anderson
TELL YOUR FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS: OHTC's SPRING MEMBERSHIP PROMOTION is planned for the month of MAY. Complete details available soon, will include our standing offer of one month waived dues for you, if the new member gives us your name as a referral.
SPRING WINE TASTING FEST & ART SHOW Saturday May 17th This is advance notice for those of you wishing to keep your wine cellar well-stocked for those long, lazy summer/fall days, picnicking and dining into the late evenings. Call or email Rosina: rtcortesi@sbcglobal.net to sign up!
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. You have questions? I have answers! If you have comments or suggestions that will make your visits to Oakland Hills more enjoyable, email membership@oaklandhills.com or call me directly at 220-2463. Our Member Comment Log is always available at the front desk! See you around!

Bridge Night
Rose Ann Kase
Looking for some good bridge games? If so, then should come up and play on Wednesday night, April 2nd at 7 p.m.

Ladies' Night
Mary West
Join us on April 9th at 7 p.m. for some organized doubles followed by snacks in the lounge.

Men's Night
Ron Iriyama
Come out on April 16th at 7 p.m. for some great tennis followed by pizza and beer in the lounge.

Aquatics
Adult lessons are in progress, please call for privates now before the summer crowds. Too busy for summer lessons? Register for children spring lessons begin April 22 to May 29, 12 half hour lessons every Tuesday and Thursday $108 members; $120 non-members. After school swimming and water polo is M-W-F, 45 min. starts at 4:00 pm. 2 lanes used. Call Ann, limited spaces, 339-1313. April 23 lessons for novices, 7&8 year olds working on side breathing, half hour, 3:30 to 4, M-W-F.

Swim Stats
Now that the holidays have passed we can all breathe a little easier. During the haste shopping these swimmers still found time to swim over 100 laps: Renee Reynolds, 500; Mark Seleznow, 315; Ann Scheer, 292; Bob Lichtenstein, 280; Rich Edwsards, 255; David Galant, 200; Ramon Terrazas, 160; Jane Seleznow, 113.

Tennis
Jerry Conrad
The summer junior tennis camp registration is well underway. Brochures are available at the front desk or I can mail one to you directly. This camp is primarily designed for beginners to intermediate level players. Kids ages 6 to 15 can come out and enjoy the afternoon activities while meeting new friends on the courts. Classes meet daily from10:30 to 2:00pm. We have an extended camp that meets from 2:30 to 4:30 for those kids who want to stay and hit more tennis balls. This camp is a great way to introduce tennis to kids as the daily schedule allows for a more complete learning experience.
The cost for a two week session is $350. One week sessions are available for those who can't fit a two week session into their busy summer schedules. If your child tends to hang out in front of the computer all day, this is a great way to get them outside and get physical.
Session 1: June 16- June 27
Session 2: June 30- July 11
Session 3: July 14- July 25
Session 4: July 28- Aug 8
Session 5 Aug 11- Aug 22
I am now teaching private tennis lessons after a two month layoff due to eye surgeries. I am fine and able to take new students as some time slots have opened up. If you have wanted to take a lesson with either myself or Bill Merida, please call me (262-9955) or email me at jerryconrad27@yahoo.com and we will try to take care of your tennis needs.

Fitness Facts
David Blaschka, Director
I would like to begin with my thank yous. Thank you to Val Collins for the support and training over the past 8 years. Thank you to Jim Thompson for the opportunity to be the new Director of Fitness and Massage. And Thank You to all my clients and the members which gave me their encouragement and support as a PT/CMT over the years and for their hopes and well wishes towards this next step in my career.
As the transition continues, I would like to ask you, the members, for your patience and understanding. There are always a few learning curves and I will attack them with strength and persistence. Also in this transition I am looking for new Personal Trainers. I will not do it alone and I will welcome new staff to the OHTC family. With one exception, all the equipment is working properly. If there is a problem, please be thorough in presenting the problems to the staff. Please leave name and phone number, the problem in as much detail as possible as it makes it easier to relay the correct information when we contact the service department.
As of the printing date of this newsletter, the drawer in the Fitness Room containing the workout programs has been cleaned out and updated with a new filing system. As spring approaches and the season turns, your current workout might need a little change too. To jump start your winter blues, try a new and energetic workout program to achieve your fitness goals. Personal Training is $70 for 60min and $50 for 30min. Please contact the Fitness Department at 531-3300 ext. 12.

Massage Messages
Val Collins, Director
Thank you to all the staff and members who have welcomed me as the new Director of Fitness and Massage. I look forward to continuing the excellence that the OHTC Massage Department has provided.
Mother's Day is May 11th. Happy Mother's Day to all the Mothers! Please consider offering all the Mothers you know a gift of relaxation and stress reduction for this special day.
We offer: · Lavender Fields - 90 minute
Aromatherapy Body Massage with Lavender Oil
and Hot Towel Foot Wrap $90
· The Rose Garden - 90 minute Aromatherapy Body Massage with Rose Oil and Warm Towel Hand Wrap $90
· The Busy Mom - your choice of a 30minute full body Massage or Neck and Shoulders $35 Please visit or contact the front desk or the Massage Department at 531-3300 ext. 12 for purchasing gift certificates or for more information on our massage services.
Massage can be beneficial in treating a wide variety of physical, mental, and spiritual conditions such as: allergies and asthma, back/neck pain, headache, emotions, stress reduction and relaxation. Plus the sense of touch can stimulate a state of calm and peace throughout the body, which can stay with you for days after the massage.

Aerobics
Luciana Fair, Director
At last, lighter nights are here, and warmer days are on their way. Time to come out of hibernation and lighten up. Perhaps adding variety to your workouts, will put a spring to your step.
Hit the Weights and Get Smarter! That's right, several recent studies have determined that increased fitness levels actually reduce the decline of brain density matter as one ages! Further, programs that include both cardio and strength training have been shown to be more effective than either done alone. "The brain of older adults benefit more from exercise than do those of younger adults, possibly because they have more to gain."
Want the secret to great abs? It never fails. As spring approaches people start thinking about getting in shape for summer. And every year the number one thing I'm asked is "How can I get great abs?" You have probably heard that spot reducing is a myth, but most people still train as if it is true. Doing crunches will not magically make your waist shrink. Only a drop in body fat will do that for you. So what is the secret to great abs? Instead of endless crunches, the secret is a winning combination of cardio, resistance training and proper eating. Cardio exercise is all about maintaining an effective level of intensity. This doesn't mean that you should be out of breath or gasping for air, it does mean that you need to push yourself. Resistance training means working your major muscle groups against resistance in a way that stimulates your metabolism. The key here is to find the right intensity and to keep each muscle group guessing.
What kind of shape is your diet? If your diet is out of control then your abs will be too. You can't trim your waist without trimming the junk out of your diet, regardless of how hard you work out.Keep an eye especially on refined sugar found in soft drinks, blended coffee drinks, cookies, cakes, packaged snacks and other sweet treats. Processed fat is another monster. Eat more frequently to prevent your metabolism to "crush". Stick with eating small meals every few hours.Do you want to flatten and sculpt your waist in time for summer this year? All you have to do is decide that you really want it. Commit to yourself, you deserve it. Fit Play News: The present session will end April 23. We might be offering a following short session starting in May. More news coming in the next month newsletter. Keep Fit and Healthy!