Issue 42 - February 27, 2023 | |
Spring Registration
Mark your calendars for the upcoming spring program registration. Brochures are now available online and at the front desk.
Members
Monday, March 6th
Non-Members
Monday, March 20th
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March Madness
Membership Special
During the month of March, if a current member refers a new member who joins, they will be entered into a raffle to win three months of dues! The new members will receive one free month of dues.
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Summer Employment Opportunities
We are accepting applications for summer employment. We will be hiring Certified Lifeguards, Swim Instructors, Café Assistants, Camp Counselors and more! Our summer season runs from approximately Memorial Day through Labor Day, and includes a variety of shifts.
Interested applicants may download the Liberty Employment Application HERE. Please contact Colette Kress, Human Resources Manager, at 734.665.3738 ext. 118 or via email at hr@libertyathletic.net with questions or to submit an application.
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Yin Yoga
Join Irina on Tuesday evenings at 6:00pm for Yin Yoga beginning on March 14th. This class replaces Reset + Restore Yoga.
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Meet New Personal Trainers: | | |
Ahmaad Latfolla
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
Ahmaad comes to us with a deep enthusiasm for fitness as well as expertise in strength training/power lifting, HIT training, sport specific training, and weight loss. “It’s not a question of whether your goals are achievable, it’s whether or not we need to dream bigger!”.
Ahmaad is accepting clients and can be reached at:
Ahmaad Latfolla | Ext. 192
ahmaad.latfolla@libertyathletic.net
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John Bernos
NASM Certified Personal Trainer
John brings an integrative approach to fitness with a focus on strength & conditioning, functional movement, sports specific training and weight loss. “Through a variety of training methods, we can reach your goals, and share some laughs along the way!”
John is accepting clients and can be reached at:
John Bernos | Ext. 191
john.bernos@libertyathletic.net
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FOAM ROLLING
A great way to relax and recover!
Saturday, April 29
12:30pm - 1:30pm | Complimentary | Registration Opens March 6th
Are you experiencing aching sensations and pain in your muscles and joints? Does your body feel tight and contracted even when you are trying to relax? Do you feel sensitive to the touch with bumpy and tender skin? These are all symptoms of myofascial trigger points that may be the result of poor posture and/or repetitive movements that are leading to muscle dysfunction in your body.
Foam rolling is a full body self-massaging technique that eases muscle tension and is an effective way to correct and recover this dysfunction. It has many other benefits including decreasing blood pressure and increasing oxygen flow to your muscles.
In this workshop, you will learn how to:
- Roll safely and effectively
- Perform deep stretches utilizing the roller
- Improve joint range-of-motion and restore optimal movement patterns
Instructor Nanci Abou Hassan, Personal Trainer
Liberty Members only | Ages 15+
Register through the mobile app, online or front desk at 734-665-3738 ext. 110 starting on 3/6/23.
There will be a $20 cancellation fee for canceling within 24 hours of the event.
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NEW Mini Movers
Ages 1-2
Mini Movers is designed for children eager to move, explore, and learn! Children will practice gross motor movement and socialization through music, dance and play. Parents are encouraged, although not required to participate with their children.
Tuesdays
10:30am - 11:00am
March 8 - June 6
Members Only | Complimentary
Registration Available 3-Days In Advance of each class
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Recipe
From the desk of Bethany Williston, M.S., Registered Dietitian Nutritionist at Liberty Athletic Club
Yam fries with seasoning make a healthy and tasty snack!
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Yam fries
Ingredients
- 2 Large Yams
- Salt
- Pepper
- Paprika
- Garlic Powder
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2 Tbsp Mayonnaise (optional)
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2 Tbsp Clancy's Fancy sauce or other BBQ sauce (optional)
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 425 F.
- Wash, remove the skin, and slice the yams into long fries.
- In a bowl, toss the yams with the olive oil.
- Generously sprinkle on salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Lay the fries flat on a cookie sheet and bake for 25 minutes, turning occasionally, or until they've reached the desired texture. To avoid the fries from sticking, line the cookie sheet with parchment paper before adding the fries.
Dipping Sauce (optional)
- Mix the mayonnaise and Clancy's Fancy.
- Sprinkle with more paprika, if desired.
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TENNIS NEWS & INFORMATION |
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From the desk of Dan Goldberg, Director of Tennis
It's no surprise that tennis is a popular activity at Liberty. Tennis is also very popular nationwide, and is continuing to grow. See the release from the USTA below showing the latest tennis participation numbers and initiatives:
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"The USTA announced that in 2022, tennis participation increased for the third consecutive year in the U.S. Tennis participation grew by one million players last year with more than 23.6 million people playing the sport. This number, when added to the previous two years, represents an increase of 5.9 million, or 33 percent, since the start of 2020. The growth and health of the sport was not limited to just participation, as a variety of key efforts and initiatives were focused on increasing access to the game and making the overall tennis experience better for all players."
Included in the highlights:
Health and Well-Being
According to multiple sources and studies:
- Tennis players on average lived an additional 9.7 years than sedentary individuals.
- The 9.7 additional years for tennis players ranked highest among all sports included within the study, beating out soccer by 5 years (4.7), cycling by 6 years (3.7), swimming by 6.3 years (3.4) and jogging by 6.5 years (3.2).
- Participation in racquet sports, including tennis, reduces risk of all-cause mortality by 47 percent and cardiovascular-related death by 56 percent.
Schools
- Tennis was offered in more than 20,000 schools across the country, as part of their overall physical education programs. Since the beginning of 2017, the USTA has donated equipment to 8,300-plus schools, including donations to nearly 1,600 schools in 2022, giving 5.9 million children access to the sport.
Junior Play
- Numbers increased across the board for junior players who compete in the Competitive Pathway. This included both an 18 percent increase in unique junior tournament players and a 25 percent increase in junior memberships.
USTA League
- USTA League, the country’s largest adult tennis league for players of all skill levels, grew by 11 percent in 2022, with 284,000 unique participants competing throughout the year.
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USTA Champions
Congratulations to all the Liberty teams that advanced to the Midwest League Sectional Championships in June!
5.5 Combo
Captain Janet Barden
6.5 Combo
Captain Vivian Marley
6.5 Combo
Captain Seth Kornfeld
7.5 Combo
Captain Jennifer Sauld
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6.5 Combo State Champions - Captained by Seth Kornfeld | |
7.5 Combo State Champions - Captained by Jennifer Sauld | |
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Summer USTA
The Summer USTA season is just around the corner! Teams will be forming soon. If you are interested in captaining or playing on a team, please contact Jennifer Sauld at Jennifer.sauld@libertyathletic.net. The leagues offered include:
18 & Over Men & Women
USTA Levels 2.5, 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5
40 & Over Men & Women
USTA Levels: 2.5, 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5
55 & Older Men & Women
USTA Levels: 6.0, 7.0, 8.0, 9.0
65 & Older Men & Women
USTA Levels: 6.0, 7.0, 8.0
18 & Older Mixed Doubles
USTA Levels: 6.0, 7.0, 8.0, 9.0
18 & Older Mixed Combo
USTA Levels: 5.5, 6.5, 7.5
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Adaptive Tennis
Liberty Athletic Club is offering free adaptive tennis classes for youth and adults ages 8-26 years old with disabilities and special needs. The classes are lead by Head Tennis Professional, Dean Boodakian and Tennis instructor Bettina Briceno. To register and learn more, please see the attached flyer. These classes are open to the public. Please share this information with anyone who may be interested.
Upcoming Dates
- Friday, March 17, 2023
- Friday, April 14, 2023
Register by calling Liberty Athletic Club at 734-665-3738 ext. 110. Members may register on-line or through the mobile app.
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Congratulations to Liberty juniors Sari Woo, Nadia Poznick and Charles Ma who excelled in recent national level tournaments. | | | |
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Sari Woo
Winner G18 singles
National L2 San Antonio, TX
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Nadia Poznick
Semi-Finalist G12 Singles and Doubles
National L2 Deer Park, Texas
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Charles Ma (on left)
Finalist B14 singles and doubles
National L3 Streetsboro, OH
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We are Hiring
We are seeking outgoing and motivated individuals to join our team. We are accepting employment applications for the following positions:
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Café Director - The Café Director is responsible for the successful operation of two onsite cafés (Café Liberty and Splash Café) and for delivering an excellent member experience. The successful candidate will be able to forecast, plan and manage operations for the club’s food and beverage orders, staff, and finance. The goal is to maximize sales and revenue through customer satisfaction and employee engagement.
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Child Care Attendant - Provide care for children from infants-8 years old in fun environment! This part-time position is ideal for those who enjoy children and being part of an energetic and upbeat team. Appropriate position for a first job or seasoned veteran. Opportunities available.
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Female Locker Room Attendant - Responsibilities include cleaning and organizing locker rooms and common area facilities, maintaining the laundry flow, and doing light cleaning tasks. Open Female Locker Room Shifts: Tuesday, 8am-2pm, Thursday, 1pm-5pm, Sunday, 9am-2pm.
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Swim Instructors - Our swim instructors provide a positive, memorable, safe, and fun experience for members of all ages. Instructors teach life skills in our learn to swim program for ages youth to adult! Available Shifts: Monday thru Thursday 4:00pm-7:00pm and Saturday mornings. Lifeguard certifications are required and may be obtained once hired.
All positions provide a complimentary membership to the club and a 25% discount on services in the Café and Personal Training when working a minimum of two shifts per week.
Interested applicants may download the Liberty Employment Application. Please contact Colette Kress, Human Resources Manager, at 734.665.3738 ext. 118 or via email at hr@libertyathletic.net with questions or to submit an application.
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“Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.”
― Winston Churchill
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2975 W. Liberty Rd. • (734) 665.3738
www.libertyathletic.net
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