Issue 24 - January 7, 2022 |
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It's been a pleasure to see familiar faces back in the club again after the holiday rush, and to see new faces entering the club with enthusiasm! We are here to help you achieve positive changes, healthier living and improved wellness.
Thank you for being a part of the growing Liberty community. Our employee team looks forward to helping you reach your wellness goals in 2022!
~ Liberty Athletic Club
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Liberty's 18th Annual
Pajama & Teddy Bear Drive
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You have made a difference in people's lives.
Thanks to your generosity, we collected 111 sets pf pajamas, 4 pairs of slippers, 5 teddy bears and monetary contributions equaling $1490. Your generosity is appreciated!
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New Year - New Habits Challenge |
We're excited to kick off 2022, and guide you on your wellness journey. Starting on Sunday, January 9th Liberty Athletic Club is challenging its members to kick off the new year with a comprehensive wellness routine.
Register today!
Starts Sunday, January 9
Liberty Members Only | Ages 18+
Entry Fee: $15
Prizes awarded to top 3 point earners each week!
2022 Challenge Raffle (winner drawn at conclusion of fitness challenge)
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Did you know that your membership includes over 200+ complimentary classes each month? Classes include everything from Yoga to Spinning to Kung Fu and Dance Fusion for Kids. With such a wide variety of offerings, there is sure to be one perfect for you! |
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- To preserve the health, safety, and confidentiality of our members and staff, video conferencing and FaceTime calls are prohibited in a locker room setting.
- To ensure a safe, clean, and clutter-free fitness environment we ask that, whenever possible, all bags, coats, and jackets be secured in a personal locker in the locker room.
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The Washtenaw County Health Department (WCHD) has issued a Covid-19 Advisory based on the rising level of transmission of COVID-19 cases in our local area. The county has reached a “High” level of COVID-19 transmission, as defined in the CDC Covid Data Tracker.
As a result, WCHD strongly recommends masking for anyone in indoor, public spaces regardless of vaccination status. Moreover, due to the circulating Omicron variant, CDC recommends universal indoor masking by all children (age 2 and older). To further reduce transmission and preserve the health and safety of our community, Liberty Athletic Club requests all members and employees to follow these public health recommendations.
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Member Registration
Tuesday, February 1st
Non-Member Registration
Monday, February 14th
To help kids stay active and make the most of their summer vacation, Camp Liberty offers 11 weeks of summer camp. Members and nonmembers may join us for fun-filled days! Each day brings new activities, new discoveries, and new opportunities for fun. Parents appreciate it and kids of all ages love the chance to play and learn in our amazing facility.
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NEW DAY
Adult Kung Fu Ages 12-up
Wednesdays 6:00-7:00pm
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Focus on fitness, proper technique and movement principles through the first levels of traditional Tongbei King Fu in this class which is based on the fundamentals of the Ma Family Tongbei. |
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Kids Dance Fusion Ages 5-7
Mondays 4:15-4:45pm ~ Registration Required
This upbeat dance class will include a warm-up with stretching, dance cardio to get grooving, agility & coordination exercises to popular music across the dance floor and movement games! We strive to create a love of movement, appreciation of music & rhythm, grow self-confidence, and develop the ability to learn sequences, patterns and fun dance moves!
Kids Dance Fusion Ages 8-11
Mondays 4:45-5:30pm ~ Registration Required
Interested in improving agility and balance? Just want to move and jam to popular music after school? Interested in training your brain & body to pick up dance moves quickly? Join us! Class will include a warm-up, stretching & conditioning, body control isolations, across-the-floor patterns to introduce and master various dance moves that will test coordination and athleticism! This class is a perfect cross training opportunity for sports and theatre/performance arts alike!
Youth Yoga
Sundays 11:15-11:45am ~ Registration Required
This class will introduce children ages 5-10 to mindfulness, yoga, and breathwork. Utilizing games, books, and playful movement, children will explore yoga exactly where they’re at developmentally to build confidence and greater awareness of themselves and the world around them. Children are encouraged to attend on their own, though we are flexible.
Kids Kung Fu
Saturdays 10:30-11am ~ Registration Required
Focus on fitness, proper technique, and movement principles through the first levels of traditional Tongbei King Fu in this class which is based on the fundamentals of the Ma Family Tongbei. This class meets on the outdoor field (located by the outdoor tennis courts ) and is weather dependent.
Younglings Saber Academy
Saturdays 11-11:30am ~ Registration Required
Train like the Jedi and battle your way to fitness and fun with this high energy class using seven forms of lightsaber combat. Basic skills and principles of safety and technique will be taught using LED lightsabers. Lightsabers and protective equipment are provided, but you may bring your own. This class meets on the outdoor field, and is weather dependent.
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Small Group Training Classes
Our small group training classes integrate the expertise of Liberty’s trainers with the enthusiasm and accountability of exercising in a group environment.
HIIT60 Ages 15-up
Tuesdays & Thursdays
9:00-10:00am
Saturdays
10-11am
HIIT60 combines an extensive range of fitness components: strength, endurance, power, flexibility, agility and balance using a variety functional equipment to deliver the most challenging workout on our schedule. Suited for moderate to high levels of fitness, this class includes running and jumping on hard surfaces.
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Small Group Strength Ages 15-up
Mondays, Wednesday & Fridays
8:30-9:00am
Strength class is focused on one thing, helping participants get stronger. With no running or jumping, this class is suitable for all fitness levels. Small class sizes help to ensure participants receive personalized instruction and appropriate exercise selection, based on needs and abilities. Classes use functional, whole-body exercises to help promote strength and lean muscle.
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Savory Roll-ups
from the desk of Bethany Williston, M.S., Registered Dietitian Nutritionist
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Bite-sized always seems more appealing than a full-sized version of the same thing. These savory roll-ups are quick and easy to make. The protein and vegetables make up the bulk of the sandwich with only a small amount of grain. I usually choose lavash for the bread regardless of the ingredients because it holds well. Below are some suggestions. They can all be made with or without meat. You can easily customize these with ingredients that you prefer. |
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Bakeware: cutting board, sharp knife, toothpicks
Roll-up suggestions:
- Corn tortilla, rice, cooked beans or refried beans, salsa, diced tomatoes, shredded cheese
- Pita, hummus, grated carrots, lettuce
- Lavash, pesto, roasted peppers, mozzarella cheese
- Nori, rice, thinly sliced carrots, cucumber, and avocado, shrimp
- Spring roll skin, mushrooms, carrots, watercress, bean sprouts, chicken
- Spring roll skin, cucumber, carrot, purple cabbage, shrimp, cilantro, mint
- Pita, turkey, bacon, lettuce, diced tomatoes
- Lavash, ground meat, or meat substitute crumbles, American or cheddar cheese, onions, lettuce, diced tomatoes
- Flour tortilla, scrambled eggs, sautéed mushrooms, peppers, and onions, cheese
- Lavash, peanut butter or other nut butter, berries, or bananas
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Lay the bread out flat (if you’re using the spring roll skin, follow the preparation directions)
- Spread or sprinkle on the ingredients
- Roll from the side that has more ingredients towards the side that has less
- Put toothpicks in the roll at 1-inch intervals
- Cut between the toothpicks
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Tennis News
from the desk of Dan Goldberg, Director of Tennis
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Happy New Year, and I hope everyone had a great holiday season! It was great to see a lot of tennis activity over the holidays.
January brings the addition of several new league opportunities. For adults, Liberty will offer Tri level, Mixed Doubles and Singles leagues for players of all levels. USTA Junior Team matches will also resume in January for players in our Jr. Competitive programs.
Finally, Liberty will host a Match Point Mixer social event (Sun. Jan. 23) and an Adaptive Tennis workshop (Fri. Jan. 21) this month. Please feel free to take advantage of the many varied program offerings. Hope to see you on the courts in 2022!
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Jr. Competitive Players of the Month
The Liberty tennis staff recognizes one student from each Jr. Competitive Group as the “player of the month.” This award is based on effort, sportsmanship and attendance. The winners will receive a coupon for free court time or ball machine usage.
Congratulations to all!
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Anish Jagarlamudi
Varsity Group
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Junior Team Tennis
Matches begin the weekend of January 8th.
The following co-ed teams will be competing in matches against other Ann Arbor and metro-Detroit area clubs.
Liberty Tree Frogs - 10 & under
(Coaches Dan Goldberg and Christie Dickinson)
Liberty Snapping Turtles - 12 & under
(Coaches Dan Goldberg and Christie Dickinson)
Liberty Tiger Sharks - 14 & under
(Coach Paul Ripley)
Liberty Fire Dragons - 14 & under
(Coach Dean Boodakian)
Liberty Grizzly Bears - 18 & under
(Coach Marty Maehr)
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Adaptive Tennis
The game of tennis can be adapted so everyone can have fun and play the sport. This program serves adults and children with disabilities and special needs. Check out the next free Adaptive Tennis classes at Liberty Athletic Club (open to members and nonmembers at no cost).
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- Friday, January 21st at 6:00pm
- Friday, February 25th at 6:00pm
- Friday, March 18th at 6:00pm
- Friday, April 22nd at 6:00pm
- Friday, May 13th at 6:00pm
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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MatchPoint Mixers
Want to play more tennis and gain match play skills? MatchPoint Mixers are a great opportunity for co-ed adult players to try out competitive tennis with peers. Organizers may offer strategy tips while observing match play.
Dates & Locations:
Saturday, January 15th Franklin Athletic Club 4-6pm
Sunday, January 23rd Liberty Athletic Club 5-7pm
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Employment Opportunities
We are seeking outgoing and motivated individuals to join our team. We are accepting employment applications for the following positions:
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Female Locker Room Attendant - Responsibilities include cleaning and organizing locker rooms and common area facilities, maintaining the laundry flow, and light cleaning tasks. Daytime, evening, and weekend opportunities available.
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Fitness Floor First Responder - Handles all club-wide emergencies and keeps all areas of the fitness floor clean and organized. Current First Aid/CPR/AED certification required. May choose from the following available shifts: Tuesday 5:00pm-9:30pm, Thursday 5:00pm-9:30pm, Saturday 3:00pm to 8:00pm, Sunday 6:30am-11:00am, and Sunday 3:00pm to 8:00pm.
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Child Care Attendant - Provide care for children from infants- 8 years old in a safe, healthy, and fun environment! This is a part-time position that would benefit those studying education/early childhood development. May choose from the following available shifts: Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:30am-noon, and Sundays from 8:30am-1pm.
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Certified Massage Therapist - Provide high-quality services and promote whole body health and well-being.
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Certified Tennis Professional - Have coaching experience including adults, teams, and junior development. USTPA or PTR Certification. Possess an NTRP rating of 4.0 or higher and, preferably, has collegiate playing experience.
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Certified Spinning Instructor - Entertain, motivate, and coach indoor cycle participants. Weekend and evening availability.
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Certified Personal Trainer- NASM, ACSM, ACE or NSCA accepted. Engage with all new and existing members to help aide their wellness journey. Maintain CPR/AED/First aid certifications. Owning the role of First Responder to all club-wide emergencies.
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 Joslyn Jackson, Human Resources, at 734.665.3738 ext. 118 or via email at joslyn.jackson@libertyathletic.net with questions or to submit an application.
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