Summer of Health

Date:

Now – early September

Details:

Join our Summer of Health! Summer of Health is a fun-filled way for you to get fit and experience The Sports Club/LA throughout the city, plus have the chance to win a one-year membership. To join Summer of Health simply visit us on Facebook and become part of our online community. Here's what you'll get:

• Live weekly webcasts with our panel of experts - where you can get answers to your health and fitness questions.
• Invitations to weekly events: from outdoor Yoga and Zumba, to Running Clubs, and Stroller Strides.
• Daily access to Fitness, Yoga, Nutrition and Beauty experts.
• E-mails each week chock-full of tips, advice, related articles, and videos.
• And best of all, the chance to win a one-year Membership.*

Information:

Please visit the Member Services Office with questions.

August Social Mixer

Date:

Thursday, August 26th, 6:00 – 9:00pm, Blu Restaurant

(formerly the Bar/Lounge)

Details:

Mingle with Members and enjoy delicious treats from Blu Restaurant, one complimentary drink and special DJ performance.

Cost:

Complimentary for you and two guests. Please note, if your guest joins this evening, he/she will receive a preferred rate.

Register:

Please RSVP with Thiana Mai at 415.633.3934 or tmai@mp‑sportsclub.com.

Cell Phone Usage

Details:

The Sports Club/LA requests that you refrain from using your cell phone in the locker rooms and workout areas. As a courtesy, there are designated cell phone areas on the 3rd fitness floor across from Studio 2 and 2nd fitness floor by the Fitness Desk. Cell phones are permitted in the café and public areas of the Club. Thank you for your cooperation.

Try Something New & Save 15%

Date:

August

Details:

For the month of August, we are inviting Members new to training one-on-one to enjoy a 15% savings on single sessions or a package. Choose from Private Training, Yoga, Pilates, Boxing, and more! With the expertise of our Fitness and Mind Body instructors, you can make the most out of your workout and achieve your fitness goals.

Information:

Please visit the Fitness Desk to purchase a package and save.

Train & Save

Date:

Ongoing

Details:

We wanted to remind you about our Train & Save program. When you train 15 sessions, you will receive a $100 reward voucher.* So experience the benefits of working with our fitness professionals, and get rewarded for your commitment to health! Choose from Private Training, Pilates, yoga, boxing, and more!

Information:

To purchase a package please visit the Fitness Desk.

Fall Back into Boot Camp!

Date:

September 20th – October 29th, Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, 6:30 – 7:30am

Information:

Meets in the Basketball Courts

Details:

Men and women of all fitness levels are welcome to join The Sports Club LA's premier Indoor Boot Camp with certified private trainer, Vanessa Santillan. This progressive, intense, and maximum results-style workout meets three times a week for 6 weeks, and is sure to get you into shape and feeling amazing!

Cost:

Members $425; non-members $535. Space is limited to 12 participants so early registration is encouraged.

Register:

For more information please contact Vanessa Santillan at vsantillan@mp‑trainer.com, or Assistant Fitness Manager, Cassandra Bodlak at cbodlak@mp‑trainer.com or at 415.633.3965.

Circuit Training

Details:

For most average health club goers, circuit training is the most effective type of exercise. Circuit training increases strength, burns fat, increases cardiovascular fitness, and is the most time efficient way to workout. Circuit training improves aerobic and anaerobic fitness by combining cardiovascular training with weight training. Here is a sample circuit training workout designed for fat loss and overall conditioning. Perform 3-5 rounds with no rest between exercises and 1-3 min rest between rounds.

Information:

Please visit the Fitness Desk.

Trainers of the Month at The Sports Club/LA

Details:

The Club would like to highlight a few of our trainers. Please see below to choose which one of these trainers can help you reach your health and fitness goals. Single sessions and packages are available.

• Kristen Tapping, NASM-CES - Kristen recently relocated to San Francisco from NYC to continue her Personal Training career while at the same time pursue a Doctorate in Physical Therapy. Her career in fitness started in '07 with certifications in National Academy of Sports Medicine, IM=X Pilates, Integrated Flexibility Training, and Pre/Post Natal Training. Kristen creates individualized fitness programs for each client and uses a combination of strength and functional training, cardiovascular efficiency, and Pilates to achieve the best results. She keeps the workouts fun and to the point. Kristen's client, Michael P. says: "Kristen has been an outstanding trainer for me, who pushed me to achieve the results I was looking for. I used to be so bored of my workouts at the gym, but she makes it fun, is all business, which is exactly what I needed! She showed me how to improve my eating & workout habits, which dramatically changed the way I felt and looked!"
• Will Thomas, ACE - Eleven years ago, no one could have imagined Will Thomas as a personal trainer. He says his pantry was full with yellow cupcakes, potato chips and fruit punch. He hated exercising, and working out was never on the agenda. Overweight and feeling miserable, one day he promised himself to spend the rest of his life giving his body the respect it deserves. For the past ten years, he has changed not only his own life, but has helped other people to live healthier as well. Will's entry into the EAS Body for Life Competition had not only given him a new body, but it gave him the confidence to believe that we're all capable of making changes in our lives and reaching our goals. Will understands the challenges of making a lifestyle change-because he's lived his own personal experience with overcoming weight problems and motivation. An ACE certified personal trainer since 2002, he continues to educate himself with new and innovative ways to train and motivate clients of all fitness levels. "Remember if there is a Will, there is a Way!"
• David Smith, NASM-CES - "Look good, feel good." With 10 years of experience in the fitness industry, David has worked with a variety of athletes, professionals, and special populations. Certified by the National Academy of Sports Medicine, specializing in Corrective Exercise, he continues to learn and expand his knowledge base on a regular basis. David has a sincere passion for conditioning, weight lifting, yoga, running, and basketball. He believes the best results come from a balanced approach to exercise. David loves creating programs for clients, incorporating their interests so they can better reach their health and fitness goals.

Information:

Please visit the Fitness Desk.

Summer of Dance!

Date:

TBA

Details:

It's time to spice things up, shake things out and have fun with Sharqui-style belly dancing, Swing Dance, Salsa and Western style two stepping. Be on the lookout for flyers for each event date and time.

Cost:

Complimentary, No registration required

American Heart Association REV Fund Raiser

Date:

August 27th and September 10th, 12:00pm and 5:30pm

Details:

The next AHA Walk-a-thon takes place on September 17th and The Sports Club/LA – SF is happy to help them raise funds and awareness on the benefits of exercise to fight heart disease. Each class will feature special profiles designed to get the most out of your cardio training. There will also be handouts and opportunities to sign up for the AHA Walk-a-thon in September.

Cost:

$25 recommended donation

Register:

Sign up and/or donate at the Front Desk. For more information contact Cecily Guest at cguest@mp‑sportsclub.com or 415.633.3937.

Industry Leader Profile: Ana Forrest, creator Forrest Yoga

Details:

Ana Forrest is recognized worldwide as a pioneer in yoga and emotional healing. Born crippled, her own life trauma and experiences, including physical abuse, drug addiction, epilepsy, and bulimia, compelled her to create Forrest Yoga. Ana took her first yoga class on a dare at age 14 and became a certified yoga instructor at age 18. In her search to become a better healer and teacher, she studied Native American medicine and ceremony, Homeopathy, Hands-On Healing, Martial Arts, Psychotherapy, and Regression Therapy.

Her philosophy and approach are unique and powerful, drawing on her vast life experiences. Having studied a multitude of yoga styles and healing modalities, Ana's focus is on guiding the student to use Forrest Yoga in a meaningful way for the sacred exploration of truth, wholeness, and health. In this way the style allows the epiphanies of the student's life experience to emerge. These illuminations create a unique and powerful opportunity for the student to make practical life decisions based on their experiences.

Class Times: Forrest Yoga is offered Wednesday at 4:45pm by Michelle Cordero who specializes in Forrest, athletic vinyasa practice, and restoratives-styles of yoga which help individuals re-balance physical energies. Forrest Yoga is perfect for mixed level as well as beginners. Michelle is also available for 1-on-1 sessions.

Information:

Please contact Michelle at mcordero@mp‑trainer.com.

Club Run Presents US Half Marathon 12-Week Training Program

Date:

Introductory Meeting: August 16th, Yerba Buena Room, 6:00 – 7:00pm

Program: August 16th – November 7th

Details:

Join us for a 12-week training program to get you ready for the US Half Marathon in San Francisco. The program includes coached workouts 2-3 times per week, lectures and guest speakers (Nutrition and Running Tips). Prior to the program, meet the coach and attend a Q&A session about the program at our introductory meeting.

Cost:

Including Race Entry: Executive Members $120; Health Members $180

Without Race Entry: Executive Members $90; Health Members $120

Register:

For more information please contact Travis Berding, Sports Coordinator, at tberding@mp‑sportsclub.com or 415.633.3900, ext. 5805. For more information on the race visit http://www.ushalf.com/index.html.

Club Bike Group Ride Lead by Michael Andrews, Fitness Manager

Date:

Saturday August 14th, 9:00 am

Details:

Who wants to ride? Join us for an intermediate level ride covering 30 to 50 miles.

Information:

Sports Basement Parking Lot-Presidio/Crissy Field

Cost:

Complimentary to Members

Register:

Please contact Travis Berding, Sports Coordinator, at tberding@mp‑sportsclub.com or 415.633.3900, ext. 5805 for more information.

Club Golf League

Details:

Who is interested in joining the SCLA Club Golf League? Meeting new people, improving your golf game, playing more golf and having fun along the way, then Club Golf is for you. Benefits include membership into the Northern California Golf Association (NCGA), an updated Handicap with mobile capabilities, special preferred rates for our golf tournaments during the year and golf courses in Northern California, including Poppy Ridge and Poppy Hills.

Cost:

Price will Vary

Information:

Travis Berding, Sports Coordinator, at tberding@mp‑sportsclub.com or 415.633.3900, ext. 5805 for more information.

Club Tri lead by Ben Hwa

Date:

To be determined. In-club signage will be posted when schedules.

Details:

Get ready to join The Sports Club/LA Triathlon Team and get in shape for a summer triathlon. Club Tri Features:

• Polar Body Age Assessment
• Nutrition and Strength Training Lectures and Guest Speakers
• Social Events
• Structured, weekly workouts
• Group runs and rides on weekends
• Masters Swim included

Cost:

Executive Members $75/month or $175/3-months

Health Members $90/month or $220/3-months

Register:

For more information, or to register, please contact Travis Berding, Sports Coordinator, at tberding@mp‑sportsclub.com or 415.633.3900 ext. 5805.

Masters Swim lead by Matt Hunter

Date:

Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 7:00 – 8:00am

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:00 – 7:00pm.

Details:

Whether you're a recreational swimmer or a competitive athlete, Club Swim will get you into peak condition! Take advantage of our world-class trainers and experience the benefits of training in a group environment. Program features five days of coached workouts. Closed off lanes are for Masters Swim members only.

Cost:

Executive Members, $30 per month or $150 for six-months;

Health Members, $35 per month or $180 for six months

Register:

For more information, or to register, please contact Travis Berding, Sports Coordinator, at tberding@mp‑sportsclub.com or 415.633.3900 ext. 5805.

Improve your Swimming with Private and Group Swim Lessons

Details:

Whether you are a beginner or an experienced swimmer, our Aquatics staff can help you develop the skills and confidence that is necessary to improve your swimming stroke. Our instructors have experience in competitive age-group and collegiate swimming, triathlons as well as masters and open water swims.

Register:

Please contact Travis Berding, Sports Coordinator, at tberding@mp‑sportsclub.com or 415.633.3900, ext. 5805 for more information on pricing and to register.

Sports Lessons

Details:

The Sports Department is offering Sports Lessons in Basketball, Volleyball and Baseball. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced player, our Sports Staff will help you develop the skills, strength, conditioning and confidence you need to take your game to the next level. Improve your game, become a more competitive player and learn to enjoy the game even more. Our coaching staff is ready to work with players of all ages and abilities. Lessons can be taught to individuals or small groups.

Cost:

Prices vary with group size for these training sessions.

Register:

For more information, or to register, please contact Travis Berding, Sports Coordinator, at tberding@mp‑sportsclub.com or 415.633.3900 ext. 5805.

Learning to Swim or Preparing for a Triathlon?

Details:

With fall triathlons around the corner there is a lot to think about when it comes to preparing for the swim portion of the race. Here are a few tips to consider as you get ready for the big day.

• Make sure you have the right gear - this includes a swim cap, goggles, wetsuit (only if the water temperature is below 78 degrees), swimsuit or tri suit, sunscreen and towel.
• Include sighting drills in your training - as in picking up your head regularly to make sure you're headed in the right direction. It is easy to get off course in the swim portion so it is important to check every so often that you are still on course.
• Practice breathing on both sides which will help if you have waves or choppy water that make it difficult to breath on the side you're used to. It will also help you develop an even stroke.
• In freestyle, the strongest part of your stroke is the last part so make sure not to pull your arm out to early. Finish the pull all the way back to your leg.
• Make sure to relax! Swimming in open water can be stressful so make sure to pause, look around, enjoy your environment, and most importantly, have fun!

The Sports Club/LA offers swimming classes that can help to refine your stroke or the swim portion of a triathlon. And even the most experienced swimmers can benefit from a stroke check-in session with a swimming instructor who can offer stroke refinement tips or suggest new drills to increase your power and endurance.

Information:

Please contact the Sports Department.

Summer Fruit Smoothie

Details:

The ingredients in this smoothie offer immune-enhancing protection. Kefir is a cultured probiotic beverage (good-for-you bacteria) with many potential health benefits including supporting the immune system, promoting healthy gastrointestinal functions, and preventing the development of cancer-causing toxins throughout the body. The berries in the smoothie are high in antioxidants, including vitamin C (especially abundant in the strawberries), famous for its potential ability to prevent colds. Blueberries and pomegranate are among the best antioxidant sources, important to protect your body from free-radical damage.

• Lifeway Low-fat Pomegranate Kefir (6 ounces)
• ½ cup blueberries
• ½ cup chopped strawberries
• ½ banana
• A few ice cubes

Calories: 250 calories, 12 grams protein, 36 mg vitamin C, 250 mg calcium, 9.5g fiber.

Information:

Please see your Nutrition expert.

Spotlight Signature Treatments

Date:

July – September

Details:

Rosemary Moisture Massage

Tone your skin and senses with a therapeutic herbal liniment rub, and then finish with a classic massage using revitalizing rosemary moisturizing lotion.

Green Tea Facial

Calm your skin with seaweed extract, ginger and soothing green tea, and then receive vital minerals and nutrients, and detoxify your skin with an aloe-based organic mask.

Cost:

Members and non-members (50min) $99; (80min) $110

Information:

Please visit or contact The Spa at 415.633.3990.

80 for 50 at The Spa

Date:

August

Details:

During August, we invite you to enjoy an 80 minute treatment for the price of a 50 minute. Our results-oriented treatments such as our Deep Tissue Massage and Firming Body Wrap are perfect ways to complement your workout.

Information:

Please visit or contact The Spa at 415.633.3990.

Oxygen Infusion Facial

Date:

August

Details:

Unlike other oxygen facials, which spray oxygen on the skin, our new Oxygen Infusion Facials by Intraceuticals uses therapeutic oxygen under hyperbaric pressure to infuse a special serum of modified hyaluric acid, essential vitamins, botanicals, antioxidants, and amino peptides to the skin, resulting in beautifully hydrated skin.

Information:

Please visit or contact The Spa at 415.633.3990.

Massage Therapists of the Month from our Spa

Details:

The Spa would like to highlight some of our Therapists each month.

• Douglas Egigian, Massage Therapist - Douglas graduated the National Holistic Institute in 1996 with a focus on Swedish and Shiatsu massage. He has 10 years of massage experience before coming to the Sports Club/LA. Doug incorporates a wide range of styles into his work including; Deep Tissue, Swedish, Lomi Lomi, Trager, Thai and Sports. All combined to make for a deep and relaxing massage where the client is stretched and manipulated into total trust and relaxation, very profound.
• Laura Heath, Esthetician - Laura has been working at the Sports Club since April 2008. A native from the Sonoma Spa area she studied at the California Institute of massage and spa services in 2001. Having a passion for skin care she attended the Paris Beauty College in Concord California. Laura has made it her ongoing goal to share her knowledge and show her clients how to feel good on the inside and out.

Information:

If you would like to schedule an appointment with one of them, please visit or contact The Spa at 415.633.3990.

Reflexology

Details:

During August, add a 25 minute reflexology session to any service for only $50

(regularly priced at $81). Reflexology targets the thousands of nerve endings found in the soles of your feet, and is proven to promote relaxation and improve circulation.

Information:

Please visit or contact The Spa.

Grand opening of Blu Restaurant

Date:

Monday, August 2nd

Details:

We are pleased to announce the introduction of Blu Restaurant in The Sports Club/LA! On Monday, August 2nd, join us as we celebrate the grand opening of San Francisco's newest hotspot. Everything is new, from our wine and cocktail list to our amazing new menu created by Chef Christina Betondo and her team. Also, The Sports Club/LA members are entitled to a 10% savings, everyday (excluding alcohol). For more information, please see our website www.bluerestaurant.com/sf.

Information:

Please contact Tony Dominguez, General Manager of Blu Restaurant & Café at 415.633.3913 or tony@blurestaurant.com .

Refer and be Rewarded

Date:

Ongoing

Details:

Refer a friend or family member to the Club, and receive a reward for yourself. If your friend becomes a Member by August 31st, we'll thank you with $150 in Member Rewards. As always, we greatly appreciate your Membership and your efforts in sharing the many positive attributes of The Sports Club/LA.

Information:

Please stop by the Membership Services Offices with any questions.