A Liberty member since he was four years old -- his trademark smile still preserved in his check-in photo -- Evan literally grew up on the Liberty tennis courts, soaking in lessons, playing in the various junior competitive groups, and making memorable meaningful connections with Liberty’s coaches. Now a senior at Michigan State, studying Economics and currently enjoying the summer at home, Evan finds his evening adult workout time at his “second home” just as meaningful -- both mentally and physically. Motivated to maintain his health and wellness by the idea that while “you may delay, time will not,” Evan conscientiously pounds out his steps on the Stairmaster, gaining physical strength and endurance while simultaneously blasting away stress and anxiety.

When Evan is not spending his downtime working out, you’ll likely find him outdoors, soaking in his summertime before he returns to campus. Whether it’s relaxing by the water, walking his dog Finn, or playing a recreational game of tennis with his family and friends, Evan is on the road to creating some memorable 2024 moments under the sun!

Home Swim Meet This Saturday!

Our Liberty Lightning Swim Team has a HOME swim meet this Saturday, June 22, from 8:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m.

The outdoor waterpark opens at

1:00 p.m. after the swim meet is completed. During the meet, the outdoor pools are not available for recreational swimming. 

Parking on Swim Meet Day



During the hours between 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m., our parking lot will be busy with those families involved in the meet. Should you wish to park on Scio Ridge Rd., please ensure that all four wheels of your vehicle are off the pavement.

THANK YOU, Liberty community!

Our film day with the Viewpoint with Dennis Quaid crew was an enormous success due to your support, flexibility, and enthusiasm!

We appreciate all of you who made the film day run smoothly, all of you who enthusiastically participated in the filming, and all of you who rearranged your schedule for us. 

A special thank you goes out to Jermaine Givens, Personal Trainer, and the Papadopoulos family for their time and willingness to be interviewed for this exciting project. 



Please stay tuned for more news about our episode release this fall! 

Members: Please Stop by the Front Desk for a Photo!

Please take a moment this month to stop by the front desk to ensure that you - and all members of your family - have a current ID photo on file connected to your membership. Photos of our members ensure the safety and security of our entire community, and we appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this initiative. 

Men's Health Month



It's Men's Health Month, and our Liberty Nutrition Specialist, Bethany Williston, is sharing some tips on how to keep your heart healthy! ❤️Try adding some omega-3 fatty acids to your diet by including some of the foods below:  

• Walnuts are great on oatmeal or in salads, and walnut oil works with vinegar for salad dressing
• Add milk, maple syrup, cinnamon, and a dash of salt to chia seeds to make overnight pudding
• Salmon, mackerel, lake trout, and canned light tuna (in water) are good as main dishes
• Oysters, anchovies, sardines, and herring are good as appetizers and pizza toppings
• Tofu is an easy meat substitute, while edamame is a quick snack

Read the packaging on egg cartons. Chickens can be fed an omega-3 diet, and their eggs will contain omega-3.

Here's to your healthy heart!

Kids' Night Out

Kids' Night Out is moving outside for the summer! Take a night off while your kiddos enjoy a fun-filled evening with dinner, games, swimming, and more! Spots fill up quickly -- so consider registering early. Registration opens four weeks in advance and is for children 5-13 years old.

• Friday, June 21, from 5:30-8 p.m. (waitlist only)
• Friday, July 19, from 5:30-8 p.m.
• Friday, August 16, from 5:30-8 p.m.

Tree House Activity Center

We are excited to announce the introduction of weekly themes into our Tree House programming this summer! Starting June 17, each week's theme will include coordinating activities for our young members during their reservation. Examples include Under the Sea, Animal Adventure, Super Kids, and more!

Reservations for the Tree House can be made 48 hours in advance. Please adhere to the 90-minute limit for children 6 months - 8 years and the 60-minute limit for infants 3-6 months. 

Summer Birthday Pool Parties

Celebrate your summer birthday with a Liberty pool party! Parties include a private reservation of our white tent -- just steps away from the outdoor pools, playground, and putting greens. 

Let us do the work for you! All parties include decorations, plates, cups, napkins, cutlery, and a dedicated party ambassador. All you need to bring is guests and food to create a special summer memory with your family and friends. 

To reserve your summer pool party, please visit our website HERE and submit an Interest Form (see link at bottom of webpage). 

NEW CLASS!

Core Conditioning with Anna

Improve your posture, balance, and flexibility of movement with a stronger core!



Core conditioning focuses on developing core strength by utilizing bodyweight exercises, light equipment, and free weights to create a full body workout. (Medium intensity, no impact, medium- light weights).

Monday, 8:45-9:15 a.m. | Basketball Court 

SPIN Bike Samples Coming Soon!

Near the end of this month, two new SPIN bike samples - the Keiser M3i and the Life Fitness IC7 Indoor Cycle – are coming to Liberty for us to test! Both bikes have flywheels and are magnetic resistance indoor cycles that provide a smooth and quiet ride. Both also feature a display for tracking workouts and connecting with Bluetooth.

Sample bikes will be located in the main row of cardio bikes under the televisions on the main cardio floor. Hop on and give them a SPIN!

Youth Intro to Strength Training

Is your child interested in strength training for sports - or just for fitness?

Led by Liberty’s certified personal trainer, Mike Kellner, Youth Intro to Strength Training will safely introduce young participants to the fundamental principles of strength training. The goal of the program is to have each participant understand and demonstrate proper technique and form in five foundational movement patterns: squatting, lifting, lunging, pushing, and pulling. All participants will begin by using their body weight and will progress to light dumbbells, bands, and medicine balls only after demonstrating proper technique.

Tuesdays |5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.

July 2 - August 27

$20 per class

Registration is Required | Members Only

We are excited to add Joan Fitzgibbon to the Liberty Pickleball staff. Joan is a certified PPR instructor and will join Karel Gatlin in offering programming and lessons for players of all ages and levels. Please make a note of the following upcoming classes:

Introduction to Pickleball

Tuesday June 25 (waitlist only)

9:30-11:00 a.m.

Saturday June 29 (waitlist only)

9:30-11:00 a.m.

Advanced Beginner

Monday June 24

9:30-11:00 a.m.

All classes will be held on the outdoor pickleball courts and will be weather dependent. In the case of inclement weather or if the weather is questionable, a decision will be made at least an hour before the start of class, and members will receive an email that the class will need to be canceled. 

Private and Semi-Private Lessons

Contact Joan at joan.fitzgibbon@libertyathletic.net to schedule.

Welcome, Summer Tennis Staff!

We are excited to announce that we will have additional summer staff to assist with clinic programs and teach lessons. Please join us in welcoming the following part-time summer instructors: Daniel Rogers, Paul Goldhardt, Juliana Pullen, Sari Woo, Zack Fink, Andrew Cooke, Emma Reel, Evelyn Carroll, and Vanessa Roche. Lesson requests may be emailed to Tennis Administrator Jennifer Sauld, jennifer.sauld@libertyathletic.net. We will do our best to accommodate as many requests as possible. 

Ball Machine Protocol 



The ball machine can be reserved on court 6 and is a great way to improve your game. After use, please do not leave the ball machine on the court; rather, return the machine to the far side of court 6. Also, please pick up any stray balls and use the vacuum at the back of court 6 to clean any residual ball fuzz. Your assistance in keeping the court clean for the next participant/s is greatly appreciated. 

Ann Arbor City Tournament 2024

The AAACTA recently released the dates of the summer Adult and Junior tournaments. Registration will open soon and can be completed through the AAACTA website. 

Adult Doubles: July 11-14

Junior Tournament: July 20