Newsletter

Happy May, it is time for a new newsletter! Welcome to an exciting month! Don't forget to update your e-mail at the front desk so you can receive your newsletter via e-mail!

May is the time for boot camp classes! Boot camp classes happen every Saturday at 8:30am and you can bring a friend or family member for FREE!

Lifeguard Training

We have the dates for May Lifeguard Training!

All interested must register by May 7th.

Class starts with a pre-test Monday, May 11th 3:30-8:30pm.

Please see The Gym for more details.

Lifeguard Class

Are you looking to become Lifeguard certified? Well, The Gym has the courses for you. Next course is coming up:
April 13th- Pre-test 3:30-8:30pm
April 15th- Class 3:30-8:30pm
April 17th- Class 3:30-8:30pm
April 20th- Class 3:30-8:30pm
April 22nd- Class 3:30pm- Until Finished

Please see the front desk at The Gym to register and get all the details on this course. Hurry fast, before the class fills up!

LIfeguard Training Class



We are doing 1 more lifeguard training class. It will start Wednesday and we will take the 1st 5 people who register. You must be signed up no later than Tuesdsay the 26th if you want to do the class. Call or stop by now!

Email Lynn for more info.

April Lifeguard Classes

Our Lifeguard Classes are scheduled for April. Please stop by The Gym to register. Please register by March 31.

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Lifeguard Classes in February



The Gym Lifeguard Class

Begins February 28th –pretest at 3:30-8:00pm

February 29th   @ 3:30 pm – 8:00

March 2nd  3:30 pm – 7:00 pm

March 3rd  9:00 am – 2:00  pm

March 5th  3:30pm – 8:00

March 6^th 3:30 – until finished.

ABOUT THE CLASS

• You must be at least 15 years old to take the class!
• You must be present at all class days and times.  Make up classes are not given
• You will do a Pre-Test on February 23rd  It includes swimming 300yards without stopping (there is no time limit). Your swim must be done continuously demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing (i.e. you cannot swim with your head out of the water)  Tread water for 10 minutes (2 minutes must be done using only your legs).  Complete the following in 1 minute and 40 sec. or less:  Starting in the water swim 20 yards, surface dive, to a depth of 10 feet to retrieve a 10 lb object.  Surface and swim 20 yards on back with both hands holding the object and exit the water without using ladder or steps.  You must pass the pre-test in order to continue with the class.  You will get a full refund if you do not pass the PRE TEST. 
• Class Requirements:  You must participate in all the classes, and successfully pass a practical test where you demonstrate the correct rescue skills that you will learn, you must complete and pass the CPR portion of the class where you demonstrate that you know how to do CPR and 1^st aid and you must pass a written test for CPR, 1^st AID and Lifeguard training making at least 80% on the test.  REFUNDS  ARE NOT GIVEN IF YOU DO NOT PASS THE ENTIRE CLASS—classes will not be made up unless the whole class is post poned—if you can’t attend each day you need to wait to take a different class.
• All class will be taught at The GYM (across from Oneonta City Schools)

COS T:  $215.00  does not include books.  You will check out a book from the Gym’s library.  Books must be returned at the end of the class.  If you would like your own book, you may pay an additional $40 for a book.  , lifeguard training, CPR and 1^st Aid and all other supplies needed for the class are included . Must be registered by February 23rd  2012

PAYMENT DUE AT TIME OF REGISTRATION.  REGISTER @ THE GYM!!!!

Call 205-625-5060.  Make checks payable to: The Gym

Lifeguard Classes in January

Begins January 16th –pretest at 5:00-8:00pm

January 18th   @ 3:30 pm – 8:00

January 20^th  3:30 pm – 8:00 pm

January 21^st  9:00 am – 2:00  pm

January 23^rd  3:00pm – 8:00

If additional time is needed we will do testing on

 January 24^th  at 3:30pm

ABOUT THE CLASS

• You must be at least 15 years old to take the class!
• You must be present at all class days and times.  Make up classes are not given
• You will do a Pre-Test on January 16th  It includes swimming 300yards without stopping (there is no time limit). Treading water for 10 minutes and retrieving a 10 lb object from the deep end of the pool& swimming with it 15 yards.  You must pass this part in order to take the class.  Refunds will be given after the pretest if you do not pass the pre-test. 
• Class Requirements:  You must participate in all the classes, and successfully pass a practical test where you demonstrate the correct rescue skills that you will learn, you must complete and pass the CPR portion of the class where you demonstrate that you know how to do CPR and 1^st aid and you must pass a written test for CPR, 1^st AID and Lifeguard training making at least 80% on the test.  REFUNDS  ARE NOT GIVEN IF YOU DO NOT PASS THE ENTIRE CLASS—classes will not be made up unless the whole class is post poned—if you can’t attend each day you need to wait to take a different class.
• All class will be taught at The GYM (across from Oneonta City Schools)

COST:  $250 includes books, lifeguard training, CPR and 1^st Aid and all other supplies needed for the class. Must be registered by January 13^th  2012

PAYMENT DUE AT TIME OF REGISTRATION.  REGISTER @ THE GYM!!!!

Call 205-625-5060.  Make checks payable to: The Gym

For more information and a registration form

stop by The Gym today

Lifeguard Training Class (June)

Last Chance to take advantage of the last minute

 Lifeguard Training Class
for this Summer

Class will begin Friday morning at 9:30

You must register by noon on Thursday

Email inquiries (HERE) or stop by The Gym



Lifeguard Training Class (May)

Lifeguard Classes for May

May 16-pretest at 3:30-8:00 p.m.

May 18th 3:30-8:00 p.m.

May 20th 3:30-8:00 p.m.

May 21st 3:30-8:00 p.m.

May 23rd 3:30-8:00 p.m.

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Schedule Changes

Be sure you check out this week's schedule, it is slimmed down due to Spring Break. We will thicken it back up next week so please monitor the schedule closely to see when your favorite classes are being held.

Also, if you are not signed up for our local newsletter, please do so by sending us a quick email with the address in the top right corner of the blog. We try to send those out weekly so you won't miss a thing at The Gym.

Lifeguard training and swim lessons begin next week so please sign up for those this week if you plan to attend. Don't forget about the free Boot Camp on Saturdays. Only a few more sessions left and only a few days left of the Tax Season Special.  Call today to find out how you can receive free months with your new paid in full contract. Have a great week!

The Gym (Announcements 3/3/2011)

Lots of exciting things going down at The Gym in March and with swim suit season just around the corner, you'll need to combine diet and exercise if shedding pounds is a top priority. You will need to cut about 500 calories a day to drop a pound per week.

• Don't forget about our March Specials where new enrollments can possible get free months! See all the details about our March Specials here.
• Swim Lessons begin this month. Group and private lessons are available. Check out the Pool Page for details and printable forms. (Simply right click on the form and print)
• Also in the pool, the Stroke Clinic begins March 7. Click here for more details.
• If you need CPR certification or Lifeguard Certification-contact us for more details. We can help you with both!
• Free Boot Camp every Saturday in March for the ladies. Meet from 8:30 to 9:30 with Barbara (a personal trainer) to get a free workout-bring all your friends. Here's what Barbara has to say about this Saturday's camp.

Weather or Not: We are on the outside track @ 8:30

2 days & counting!  

 

 

Eat a good breakfast-This will get you fueled up for class.

• Oatmeal or cereal for your carbs
• Low-fat or Non-fat milk
• Fruit.   

Mini reminders: 

• Water
• Towel/mat
• Gloves
•  Friends
• Get there early-I will be there @ 8

So that I can get an idea of how many of you are joining this Boot Camp, shoot me an email . I have a little something for everyone that participates on the 1st day of BOOT CAMP!



Don't forget to check out the Aerobics Page for the full schedule of classes offered each week.

Lifeguard Training Class

Begins February 25th –pretest at 3:30-7:00pm

February 26th   @ 8:00am to 4:00 pm

February 27th @ 1 pm to 5:00 pm

March 5th @ 8:00 am – 4:00 pm

March 6^th @ 1 pm – 5 pm

ABOUT THE CLASS

• You must be at least 15 years old to take the class!
• You must be present at all class days and times.  Make up classes are not given
• You will do a Pre-Test on February 25  It includes swimming 300yards without stopping (there is no time limit). Treading water for 10 minutes and retrieving a 10 lb object from the deep end of the pool& swimming with it 15 yards.  You must pass this part in order to take the class.  Refunds will be given after the pretest if you do not pass the pre-test. 
• Class Requirements:  You must participate in all the classes, and successfully pass a practical test where you demonstrate the correct rescue skills that you will learn, you must complete and pass the CPR portion of the class where you demonstrate that you know how to do CPR and 1^st aid and you must pass a written test for CPR,  1^st AID and Lifeguard training making at least 80% on the test.  REFUNDS  ARE NOT GIVEN IF YOU DO NOT PASS THE ENTIRE CLASS—classes will not be made up unless the whole class is post poned—if you can’t attend each day you need to wait to take a different class.
• All class will be taught at The GYM (across from Oneonta City Schools)

COST:  $205 includes books, lifeguard training, CPR and 1^st Aid and all other supplies needed for the class. Must be registered by February 21st, 2011

PAYMENT DUE AT TIME OF REGISTRATION.  REGISTER @ THE GYM!!!! Call 205-625-5060.  Make checks payable to: Barbara Sanders