Issue 61 - September 11, 2024 | |
We’re celebrating Healthy Aging Month, and we asked our Liberty community to nominate 50 members over 50 years of age who are inspirational in terms of health and wellness. And the nominations rolled in! We’re spotlighting the nominees in our member spotlight section this month - and we’re saluting all of our members for a continued commitment to healthy aging! | | |
Need a dose of inspiration for the week? View the list of nominees and read their nominators’ comments by clicking on the link below! | |
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SafeHouse Center
School Supply Donations
We would like to extend a HUGE thank you to all members who donated backpacks and school supplies to SafeHouse Center. SafeHouse provides support for those impacted by domestic violence or sexual assault in Washtenaw County. Due to the incredible generosity of our members, Liberty was able to provide many children with new backpacks and supplies to start the school year.
Visit safehousecenter.org
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Adaptive Tennis & Basketball
Serving adults and children with disabilities, these free programs are available one Friday per month. 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.
Tennis dates:
Friday, October 4, 2024
Friday, November 1, 2024
Friday, December 6, 2024
Basketball dates:
Friday, September 13, 2024
Friday, October 11, 2024
Friday, November 8, 2024
Friday, December 13, 2024
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Trunk or Treat Halloween Event
Save the Date!
Sunday, October 20th
1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Wear your costumes, boo-ckle up, and get ready for a fun and eerie walk through our Liberty Athletic Club south parking lot, where there’s no shortage of Halloween spirit! Your family will marvel at our decorated cars and tricked-out trunks! Join us for ghoulish games & activities, a family photo op, balloon animals by Gordo the magician, and a bounty of treats!
Registration is required and is available through the mobile app, the online member portal, or by calling the front desk at 734-665-3738, ext. 110.
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Kids’ night out ...
and parents’ night off!
Kids' Night Out is back this fall! Take a night off while your kiddos enjoy a fun-filled evening with dinner, games, swimming, and more! There are still a few open spots for next Friday, September 20, from 5:30-8:00 p.m.! Registration opens four weeks in advance and is for children 5-13 years old.
Other dates to put on your calendar:
- Friday, October 18
- Friday, November 15
Registration is required and is available through the mobile app, the online member portal, or by calling the front desk at 734-665-3738, ext. 110.
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Fun Fridays
Bring your family and enjoy BONUS lifeguarded hours one Friday evening per month! Fun Fridays will take place from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the Liberty Lagoon on the following dates:
- Friday, September, 20
- Friday, October, 18
- Friday, November, 15
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Group Fitness Etiquette
In order to provide an environment conducive to wellness, please silence your cell phone and avoid phone use during class time.
Additionally, if you are unable to attend your group fitness class, please and cancel your reservation so others may take advantage of the open spot. Cancellations may be done through the mobile app, online or by calling the front desk at 734-665-3738, ext. 110.
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NEW Meditation & Yoga with Julie
Monday Nights
7:15-8:00 p.m.
Fall into the season with less stress! This class will combine a seated guided meditation and basic, restorative yoga postures to bring more awareness and stillness to the body and mind. No experience is necessary.
Registration is required and is available through the mobile app, the online member portal, or by calling the front desk at 734-665-3738, ext. 110.
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Flight of Yoga Event
Friday, September 20
6:00-8:00 p.m.
Ages 21+ | Registration Required
Back by Popular Demand! Join us for a multilevel yoga sampler class featuring live music by the Rob Crozier Duo. Instructors will alternate leading the class and demonstrating poses at various levels, exposing participants to a variety of yoga and instructional styles. The Flight of Yoga is 75 minutes in length and will be followed by a wine and cheese reception.
Registration is required and is available through the mobile app, the online member portal, or by calling the front desk at 734-665-3738, ext. 110.
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Small Group Strength Training
Ages 15-up
Liberty's Small Group Strength classes are led by our Certified Personal Trainers and focus on helping participants get stronger. With no running or jumping, these classes are suitable for all fitness levels!
Mondays
8:30-9:00 a.m. with John Bernos
Wednesdays
8:30-9:00 a.m. with Chelsea Gnida
Fridays
8:30-9:00 a.m. with Jermaine Givens
Sundays
9:00-9:30 a.m. with Marion Chaloux
Registration is required and is available through the mobile app, the online member portal, or by calling the front desk at 734-665-3738, ext. 110.
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Recipe
From the desk of Bethany Williston, M.S., Registered Dietitian Nutritionist at Liberty Athletic Club
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Nutrition Facts
Store-bought taco seasoning is delicious but not nutritious. Those convenient packets include several ingredients that increase shelf life like yellow corn flour, maltodextrin, modified corn starch, citric acid, autolyzed yeast extract, and artificial colors.
Instead of buying taco seasoning, you can make your own by mixing the following ingredients together:
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp chili powder
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp each: garlic powder, onion powder, and dried oregano
- Pinch of red pepper flakes
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TENNIS NEWS & INFORMATION |
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From the desk of Dan Goldberg, Director of Tennis | |
Welcome back! The 2024-2025 indoor season is officially underway, and I know many of you are looking forward to returning to your favorite classes. We will also plan to offer some new programming including a “Stroke of the Month” class along with other special events to bring the Liberty tennis community together.
Junior Competitive and Adult clinics have now all resumed -- along with Cardio and Live Ball tennis programs. For the competitive player, Adult B and USTA League Programs will be starting in September, and Junior Team Tennis matches will begin in late October. I anticipate a fun and busy fall and winter on the courts, and the entire Liberty tennis staff is excited for the upcoming season.
Hope to see you on the courts!
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Newly Resurfaced Indoor Courts
During the last week of August, the indoor courts were closed for a complete resurfacing -- and we LOVE the results!
Please make an effort to keep our new courts clean by consuming coffee, sport drinks, and snacks/gum before you enter the courts. Also, please put any garbage (tennis ball cans, lids, used grips) in the trash receptacles.
Thank you!
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Summer USTA 3.5 18+ Men
Congratulations to Captain Seth Kornfeld’s 3.5 18+ Men’s team who won the Southeast Michigan District Championships this summer -- and put forth their best efforts in a close loss at the State Championships against Western Michigan. Best of luck to all our captains and players this Fall USTA season!
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Liberty Tennis Apparel
Order your Liberty tennis apparel today to get ready for Fall USTA Leagues and Junior Tennis! The store will remain open until Sunday, September 22. We can’t wait to see all of the Liberty spirit out on the courts!
https://www.storessimple.com/sunrisewebstores/groups.php
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Tennis Balls
Members are strongly encouraged to bring their own tennis balls for recreational play. If you would like to borrow a few balls from the teaching carts, please pick them up at the end of your session and return them to the carts. We appreciate this courtesy to the players that follow you on court and to the instructors who need a full basket for lessons.
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Stroke of the Month Clinics NEW
Tennis instructor Dean Boodakian will be organizing several Stroke of the Month Clinics which will take place on select dates. These technique-based classes are a great way to improve your game. Stay tuned for more details to follow with specific class dates and times.
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Pop-Up Cardio Class
Sunday September, 29
8:30-9:30 a.m.
Thank you to everyone who has attended our monthly Sunday morning Pop-Up Cardio tennis classes. We will be offering one final session on Sunday, September 29, from 8:30-9:30 a.m. Sign-up will open 14 days in advance. Future pop-up classes will be offered on October 20 and November 17.
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Kari Miller Pro Tennis Update
Congratulations to Liberty member Kari Miller who won her first professional singles 15K tournament and reached the doubles final in Huntsville AL. Kari recently graduated from the University of Michigan where she was a #1 singles player, 2-time Big Ten Player of the Year, and an All-American in both singles and doubles. She is embarking on a pro career and will be doing some of her training at Liberty over the coming year. Kari is currently ranked # 858 in the world after just a few tournaments and recently captured her first top 200 WTA tour level win. Way to go, Kari!
| Kari Miller posing with her winner’s check in Huntsville, Alabama | | | |
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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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Building Maintenance Manager - The role of Building Maintenance Manager requires a strong leader who can offer attention to detail, has excellent organizational skills, has the knowledge to develop systems for quality control, and can direct and motivate a team of employees to share pride in our club environment. Full-time position (35-40 hours per week) with primarily day shifts; evenings and weekends are also required.
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Certified Personal Trainer - Our Certified Personal Trainers engage with all new and existing members to aide their wellness journeys. Owning the role of First Responder to all club-wide emergencies, trainers must maintain CPR/AED/First aid certifications. NASM, ACSM, ACE or NSCA accepted.
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Fitness Floor Manager - The Fitness Floor Manager leads by example to train and develop a strong team of first responders. The Fitness Floor Manager is responsible for communicating and upholding company standards and core values to consistently achieve club-wide goals. Full time (35 hours per week) with open availability (day, evenings and weekends).
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Fitness Floor First Responder - The Fit 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: Friday 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. and Saturday 3:00-8:30 p.m.
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Facilities Operations Manager - The Facility Operations Manager is responsible for all public and private areas of Liberty Athletic Club, with the key objective of enhancing the member experience through excellent standards of cleanliness. The role requires a strong leader who can offer attention to detail, has excellent organizational skills, has the knowledge to develop systems for quality control, and can direct and motivate a team of employees to share pride in our club environment. Full-time, 8-hour shifts (weekdays, weekends as needed, holidays, and evenings).
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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.
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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“Exercise is the key not only to physical health but to peace of mind.”
― Nelson Mandela
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2975 W. Liberty Rd. • (734) 665.3738
www.libertyathletic.net
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