Issue 52 - December 13, 2023 | | |
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Introducing
Janya
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Liberty member since 2009
"Thank you, Liberty, for providing an ideal place for me, my family, and my friends to gather.”
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“Age is only a number,” maintains Janya, one of our members who truly considers Liberty Athletic Club her second home. A regular attendee of Yin Yoga, Gentle Fitness, and Pilates – and a tennis player to boot – Janya can be found in almost any area of the club on virtually any day of the week. “I try to go to Liberty every day - sometimes twice a day,” Janya claims. “I love the saying, ‘When you’re over the hill, you pick up speed,’” she laughs. A true believer in continual self-improvement, Janya enjoys reading articles about health and wellness, and then putting those words into action on the fit floor. “I most recently started attending Power 45, for muscle building,” Janya shares. “In fact, I am happy to try any new fitness class, as I know that there will always be an excellent, caring instructor here to guide me.”
Do you need some motivation to stay healthy when the snow and wind are tempting you to hunker down? Introduce yourself to Janya – a sprightly senior member who is committed to a daily dose of exercise, friendship, and laughter in any type of weather.
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Holiday Hours
Sunday, December 24, Christmas Eve
Club Hours: 7:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Childcare: 8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.|Reservations required
Group Fitness - Sunday, December 24
9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. - Dance Fit "Jingle Bell Jam" with Lea (GFS)
9:00 a.m.-9:45 a.m. - Spin with Matthew (SS)
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. - Bootcamp with Lisa (BBC)
10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. - Yin Yoga with Irina (MBS)
11:15 a.m.-11:45 a.m. - Youth Yoga with Irina (GFS)
Reservations required | All other classes are cancelled for the day
Monday, December 25, Christmas Day
Club Closed
Tuesday, December 26
Club Hours: 7:00 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
Childcare: 8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Reservations required
Sunday, December 31, New Year’s Eve
Club Hours: 7:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Childcare: 8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. |Reservations required
Group Fitness - Sunday, December 31
9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. - Dance Fit "New Years Eve Party" with Lea (GFS)
9:00 a.m.-9:45 a.m. - Spin with Matthew (SS)
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m. - Bootcamp with Lisa (BBC)
10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. - Yin Yoga with Irina (MBS)
11:15 a.m.-11:45 a.m. - Youth Yoga with Irina (GFS)
Reservations required | All other classes are cancelled for the day
Monday, January 1, New Year’s Day
Club Closed
Tuesday, January 2
Club Hours: 7:00 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
Childcare: 8:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Reservations required
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Liberty Lagoon & Activity Center
Lifeguards and Rockwall Attendant Present
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December
Tue. 12/26: 11a.m.–3 p.m.
Wed. 12/27: 11a.m.–3 p.m.
Thu. 12/28: 11a.m.–3 p.m.
Fri. 12/29: 11a.m.–3 p.m.
Sat. 12/30: 11a.m.-3 p.m.
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January
Tue. 1/2: 11a.m.–3 p.m.
Wed. 1/3: 11a.m.–3 p.m.
Thu. 1/4: 11a.m.–3 p.m.
Fri. 1/5: 11a.m.–3 p.m.
Sat. 1/6: 11a.m.–4 p.m.
Sun. 1/7: 11a.m.–4 p.m.
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Adaptive Tennis & Basketball
These free programs serve adults and children with disabilities. Adaptive tennis classes will be led by Liberty Athletic Club’s Tennis Professional, Dean Boodakian. Adaptive basketball classes will be led by Liberty Athletic Club's Personal Trainer, Andrew Kearney. Register by calling us at 734-665-3738, ext.110. Members may also register online or through the mobile app.
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Membership Special - Share the Joy!
Refer a friend who joins in December, and you will receive a free month of dues!
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2024 Birthday Parties Are Now Available to Book!
"[Our Liberty birthday party] was so organized. The kids had a really amazing time -- which is exactly what we wanted!"
~Liberty Member, 2023
We have extended our birthday party availablity, and we are thrilled to be offering TWO party time slots on Saturdays and on Sundays!
We are also pleased to announce our NEW tiered party packages, geared toward making your family's party dreams come true!
Birthday party reservations will open to non-members in the New Year -- so consider booking your party early!
Considering a birthday party at Liberty? Click HERE to fill out an interest form.
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Bounce House Days Are Back This Winter and Spring!
Come join us for some jumping and obstacle course fun! Our inflatable bounce house will be available to children of all ages -- and an inflatable obstacle course will be set up for those 40" and taller to enjoy. Please note that children 8 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
All Bounce House Days will take place on the adult basketball court from 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. on the following Sundays:
- Sunday, January 7th
- Sunday, February 18th
- Sunday, March 10th
- Sunday, April 14th
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NEW Lap Lane Reservation Improvements
Are you a lap swimmer?
In order to ensure that all members have the best experience possible in our pool, we are excited to announce that the following modifications to our lap lane reservation policy will go into effect on Tuesday, December 26, 2023:
Lap Lane Reservations Required
Monday - Friday | Lanes 1-3
Saturday and Sunday | Lanes 1 and 2
Drop-in Lanes Available
Monday - Friday | Lane 4
Saturday and Sunday | Lanes 3 and 4
Lap lane reservations can be made 48 hours in advance through the Liberty mobile app, the online portal, or by calling the front desk at 734-665-3738, ext. 110.
Please note that drop-in swim lanes are ALWAYS open to more than one swimmer at a time.
We understand that sharing a lane might be a new practice for some of our members. At your leisure, please review these guidelines and expectations for lane sharing.
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Group Fitness Class Registration:
Please Utililize Our Liberty App!
As we enter our 'busy' season, we would like to remind members to sign up for group fit classes using the Liberty mobile app. The app provides us with important information regarding class sizes, and it assists us in determining whether our schedule is meeting our members' needs. More importantly, registering for a class generates a roster, which allows our staff to communicate with members should there be a class adjustment and/or cancellation; a roster also informs our instructors how much equipment to provide in order for their classes to run effectivley. Thank you!
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Small Group Training
What do you get when you combine tailored training programs created by highly-qualified fitness professionals with small groups of individuals that share similar health and fitness goals? Results!
Join new personal trainer Mike Kellner’s 10:00 a.m. Saturday morning HIIT 60 for a high-intensity, workout challenge - or try Mike’s 9:30 a.m. Saturday morning Small Group Strength and learn functional, whole-body exercises that will help promote strength and lean muscle!
Both fee-based classes are open to all fitness levels, ages 15+, and require registration | Register on the Liberty mobile app, the online portal, or by calling the front desk at 734-665-3738, ext. 110.
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From the desk of Dan Goldberg, Director of Tennis
From all the Liberty tennis staff, we appreciate your continued support of our programs and wish you and your family a happy and healthy holiday season!
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Thank you, Tennis Captains!
Liberty Athletic Club hosted 70 tennis teams in 2023! A special thanks to all of our 2023 Tennis Captains! We appreciate all that you do to support the players at Liberty Athletic Club!
2023 Captains
Amy Bullock, Aya Inoue, Barry St Pierre, Brian Szymanski, Christie Dickinson, Hisae Yoshihara, Janet Barden, Jeanne Cooper, Jennifer Sauld, John Elliott, Jessica Haessler, John Reynolds, Jose Briceno, JP Lammers, Katherine Arst , Kendra Kerr, Korin Kustarz, Libby Hemphill, Lichee St Pierre, Liz Gonzalez, Mark Katakowski, Mike Wynn,, Nanette O'Brien, Patricia Beals, Patrick Lee, Sara Vogler, Seth Kornfeld, Tim Atkinson, Vivian Marley
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Aussie Open Tennis Mixer
In conjunction with the first tennis Grand Slam tournament of the year, we will be organizing an Aussie Open Tennis Mixer on Friday, January 19, from 7:00 pm.-9:00 p.m. After a hiatus of several years, we look forward to bringing back this popular event. Save the date -- more details to follow!
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Cardio Tennis 2024
Due to the popularity of Coach Maria Nivia's Cardio Tennis class, it will now meet for 1.5 hours from 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. beginning on Tuesday, January 9, 2024. In addition, we will be offering some additional Sunday (once a month) "pop-up" cardio classes from 8:30 a.m.-9:30 a.m. Specific dates to follow.
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Winter USTA Teams Are Forming!
The following leagues are being offered:
40 & Over Mixed Doubles
Levels available: 6.0, 7.0, 8.0, 9.0
18 & Over Tri-Level
Men’s Divisions:
Division 1: 4.5, 4.0, 3.5
Division 2: 7.0, 6.0, 5.5
Women’s Divisions:
Division 1: 4.5, 4.0, 3.5
Division 2: 3.5, 3.0, 2.5
18 & Over Singles
Coed 2.5
Men 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5+
Women 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5+
Questions?
Please contact Jennifer Sauld @ jennifer.sauld@libertyathletic.net
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USTA SEMTA Gear
The SEM District now has SEM gear available for purchase! Take a look at www.ustamichigangear.com, and purchase new USTA apparel! A percentage of your purchase will benefit the USTA/SEM District.
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Early Morning Court Time
As a perk of being a Liberty member, early morning court time (5:30 a.m. - 8:00 a.m.) is free on Tuesdays and is 1/2 off on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Please make a note of the following club policies regarding early morning court time:
Tuesdays | 5:30 a.m.-8:00 a.m.
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Members only (no guests)
- Maximum of 1.5-hour court time reservations for each group
- Maximum of 1-hour ball machine reservations
Mon., Wed., Thu. & Fri. | 5:30 a.m.-8:00 a.m.
- Guests may attend -- only when playing with members -- with a $12 guest fee (per guest); in addition, full court fees apply to guests
- Maximum of 1.5-hour court time reservations for each group
- Maximum of 1-hour ball machine reservations
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Holiday Junior Tennis Match Play
During the holiday break, we will be offering several match play opportunities for our junior competitive level players. More details will follow, along with a separate email regarding how to sign up.
Jr. Competitive Match Play | Groups 1 & 2
- Wednesday 12/27, 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
- Wednesday 1/3, 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Jr. Competitive Match Play | Varsity Training Group
- Wednesday 12/27, 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
- Wednesday 1/3, 1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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Junior Players of the Month
The Liberty tennis staff recognizes students 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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Dev Huntley
Jr. Competitive 1
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Natalia & Madison Alcaine
Jr. Competitive 2
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Elliot Drake
Varsity Training Group
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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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Swim Instructors - In Liberty’s Learn-to-Swim Program, our instructors teach life skills and provide a positive, memorable, safe, and fun experience for members of all ages. Lifeguard and CPR/AED certifications are required and may be obtained once hired. Various after-school and weekend shifts are available. Pay is commensurate with experience.
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Lifeguards (Immediate hiring need) - Our lifeguards provide a positive and safe experience for members of all ages in and around the pool by proactively enforcing our rules and policies. Lifeguard/CPR certification is required. Available shifts for this position are Saturdays and Sundays from 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
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Certified Group Fitness Instructor – Our group fitness instructors teach one or more of the over 250 complimentary group fitness classes at Liberty. Class openings that are currently in demand are as follows: Water Aerobics (H2O). CPR and group fitness instructor certifications are required for this positions. Available times are as follows: Thursdays from 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.
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Fitness Equipment Technician – Our fitness equipment technician ensures the functionality of the club’s exercise equipment through regular cleaning, routine inspection, and scheduled maintenance. This position’s responsibilities include diagnosing, repairing, and adjusting fitness equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety for Liberty’s membership.
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Fitness Floor First Responder - The 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 is required. Available shifts for this position are as follows: Monday, 4:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m.; Tuesday, 4:30 p.m.-9.30 p.m.; and Saturday, 3:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
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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“Kindness is like snow. It beautifies everything it covers.”
-- Kahil Gibran
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www.libertyathletic.net
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