VOLUME XXVIII, NO. 62March - April | 2017

Can you believe it’s almost spring? I love this time of year. It’s ripe with new life and fresh beginnings; an opportunity to clear the clutter and get our house in order.

With that being said, we’ve been reviewing financials from previous years, and discovered that we could save up to $80,000 per year in credit card charges if existing members switched their payment method from credit card to auto-draft from a checking or savings account. That’s a lot, considering those funds could be used for additional staffing for group classes, equipment for both adults and children, and exciting new events for all our members.

In an effort to try and bring this value back to your membership, new members who opt not to pay by direct bank account payment will be subject to a $5 monthly credit card processing fee. There’s added incentive to switch, too; members that pay directly from their checking account receive one free guest pass per month. The majority of new members have already selected direct payment, so we’re hoping that those of you who haven’t will make the switch this year. Help us help you add value to your membership!

There are several exciting news items to share with you this month. We have renewed our partnership with The Christ Hospital, so their physicians and staff will continue to provide health talks and resources for us each month. Last year we hired

our own physical therapist and Wellness Clinician, Vic Troha, who has done (and will continue to do) an excellent job with the injury, hip, and exercise consultations he provides free of charge each week. We also recently partnered with HMR, the “Best Fast Weight-Loss Program of 2017” according to U.S. News & World Report.

In addition to our health and wellness programming, we’re enhancing our other parts of the Club as well. Look for specialty group exercise classes at least twice a month – from yoga to spinning to Body Pump, we know you’ll find something new that keeps you engaged and motivated. The parking lot construction is also well underway; we’re hopeful that it will be completed in time for the busy pool season ahead. We appreciate your patience during this construction phase, and hope you are as excited as we are for it to open.

In conclusion, I’d like to assure everyone that everything we do is a direct result of listening to our members, and tracking their behaviors and desires at the Club. We will constantly improve to better serve you, and we thank you for this opportunity. Please consider switching your payment method to help support these efforts.

Julie Goodchild Club Manager

Club Vision 2025 Update

Published Newsletter for the Members of The Cincinnati Sports Club

From the Club Manager

New parking lot expansion construction progress. Creating up to 114 additional spaces.

Take a moment to read the Vision 2025 plan in the lobby, if you haven’t already. We’re about to pick up the pace on several initiatives, as we feel that many of these projects could be happening much faster than originally scheduled.

The plans to expand the back section of the Club will be drafted this year, with possible completion scheduled for 2018.

This would move the check-in desk to the center of the lobby, making it easier to enter the group exercise suite and main gym with access on both sides of the facility. The soccer field would become a flexible space for events, meetings, training and various sports, while the rec gym would become part of the fitness floor for functional training space. Other projects being considered in 2018 include the adult-only outdoor pool, and renovating the locker rooms by the soccer field.

Wellness Therapy Improve your physical abilities and rehabilitate your injuries through various physical therapy techniques with CSC Wellness Clinician, Victor Troha. Visit him at the fitness desk to learn how you might benefit from these treatments.

Aquatic Therapy: Head to the pool to strengthen your muscles, reduce spasticity, and improve core stabilization for better balance and flexibility.

Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization: Diffuse muscle adhesions, reduce muscle tension, improve flexibility and increase blood flow to injured areas for a faster recovery process.

Chinese Cupping Therapy: Reduce blood pressure, inflammation and body aches, while improve detoxification, relaxation and range of motion. This technique breaks muscle adhesions for deep muscle penetration and more effective healing.

Injury Screenings

HOLIDAY HOURS Closed Sunday, April 16Easter Sunday

CLUB HOURSWeekdays 5am-Midnight Saturdays 6am-10pm Sundays 7am-10pm

TONICS SPA HOURS Monday-Thursday 9am-8pm Friday 9am-6pm Saturday 9am-5pm Sunday 11am-4pm (by appt. only)

CHILDREN’S CENTER HOURS Monday-Friday 8am-8pm Saturday & Sunday 8am-5pm

Cincinnati Sports Club CSC Group Fitness

Check Your Inbox This Week at the CSC is delivered every Wednesday to keep you up to date with the Club’s activities.

ADVISORY BOARD OF GOVERNORS Ann Hambleton Carolyn Keil Christine McCord Jeff Oberst Jonathan Smith Sherry Steinbeck Ian Swan

MEDICAL ADVISORY BOARD Connie Cook, RN, BSN Joel Forman, M.D. Donna L. Moloney, D.C. Willie Ng, M.D. Opal Riddle, PT, DPT William Tobler, M.D. Vic Troha, DPT, NPT, CPT Victor Dipilla, V.P. Operations

The Cincinnati Sports Club offers a Member Direct phone line: 527-4001. You will be prompted to your desired selection. For faster service next time you call, dial 527-4001.

HEALTH & WELLNESS EVENTS

HMR Offerings

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The Club has partnered with HMR Weight Management to offer a new weight loss program to Club members and the general public. Weekly no-obligation information sessions are held every Monday at noon and Tuesday at 6pm. HMR is more than a diet; it’s been proven to reduce the risk of hypertension, diabetes, and degenerative joint disease.

HMR weight management is about losing the weight for good, and learning to thrive with a healthier approach to your day. The program involves group coaching, regular physical activity, and a structured diet of 2 entrees, 3 shakes and 5 fruits or vegetables every day.With the right dedication, results are fast and effective. Visit the member service desk for additional information on your next visit! Contact: Phil Norton

Losing Weight the Healthy Way

INJURY SCREENING Thursday, 3/2 3:40pm-6pmTuesday, 3/7 12pm-2pm, Monday, 3/13 3:40pm-5pmWednesday, 3/22 3:30pm-5:30pmFriday, 3/31 11pm-1pmTuesday, 4/4 5pm-6:20pWednesday, 4/12 7:30am-9:30amThursday, 4/20 11:30am-1:30pmTuesday, 4/20 2:30pm-4:30pm

FREE SCREENING Don’t let your injuries, aches and pains get in the way of living your best life. Wellness Clinician Victor Troha offers free injury and hip alignment screenings each week, to help you learn about your condition and plan for healthy recovery.

HIP ALIGNMENT SCREENING Wednesday, 3/1 7:30am-9am, Thursday, 3/16 4:00p-5:20pm

HMR products are available for individual sale at the Market Cafe. Products include meal replacement shakes, snack bars and entrees.Now offering Phase 1: Quick Start Weight Loss. Lose weight quickly be replacing your current meals and snacks with HMR’s shakes and entrees, and adding fruits and vegetables to your diet. Email hmr@cincinnatisportsclub.com for more information.

HEALTH & WELLNESS EVENTS

Exercise Optimization with MyZone Are you familiar with the Zone? The Zone is your optimal heart rate for physical output, the perfect balance of energy for physical gain. In other words, the Zone is where you want to be to make the most of your workout. The MyZone program is a combination of wearable fitness technology and dynamic exercise programs designed to improve personal results by focusing on zone optimization. MyZone doesn’t measure speed, cadence, or weight lifted; it measures the effort you put in. The MZ-3 fitness belt can sync with cardio equipment, downloadable fitness apps (including Apple Health), and bike computers to monitor and record your progress. It’s a digitally intuitive way to get smarter about your workouts, and a new way for members to improve their exercise routines. Contact: Michael Downs

MEMBER NEWS

Popular Programs, New Classes The nationwide launch party for Body Pump 100 was a success! We had a full class of 45 people attend the CSC edition. Look to the group schedule for posted class times if you’d like to give it a try! Robert’s spin class and Michael’s Yin Yoga class have also been packing the house; join Robert on Tuesdays at 6pm or Saturdays at 7am and 10:30am, and Michael on Sundays at 4pm.

Consider expanding your fitness horizons with Try Pilates Week, which runs from April 24th-30th. It’s a great opportunity to learn about this popular exercise style and try a free demo class. If you like it, you can register for the Pilates Introductory Package for a reduced rate of just $150, which includes four private training sessions with a certified Pilates instructor. Contact: Phil Norton

Finally, keep your eyes peeled for a new group fitness class to be added to the schedule soon. It’s a station-to-station workout, with nine rounds completed in 30 minutes; complete each station in three minutes with the coaching assistance of our personal training staff. Class dates and times haven’t been finalized yet, but we’ll send an email update and post the schedule at the club when it’s completed. Contact: Lynda Wilisch

PERSONAL FITNESS

Member Advisory Board The Member Advisory Board provides a communication channel between Cincinnati Sports Club management and its members. The Board represents a collective mix of various membership levels, membership types, and member demographics to ensure that everyone has a voice at the table. Our last meeting was in December, when we discussed the parking lot expansion, annual survey results, and open play on the indoor field. The next meeting will be held this month, to talk about the upcoming summer season.

Terry Rye

Member Corner “Club Private Trainer Kelley Wainscott has rejuvenated my body, mind and soul! I am back enjoying all of my favorite activities which have meant so much to me throughout my life. I am deeply grateful for Kelley’s stamina and professional expertise in her field to assist me in accomplishing my goals in a relatively short period of time. As you know there is a cost associated with being your best self. Kelley is a true professional and well worth it. Because of her I am able to remain mentally sharp and fully engaged in my personal hobbies. I love being older and feeling good about it!” - Terry Rye

Experience yoga with a selection of more than 15 free classes a week.

Playtime Through Spring The Children’s Center has added new daily activities to the schedule, including instruments for rhythm instruction, read-along books with CDs, kid’s fitness DVDs and updated dance videos. We also added free play hours to the indoor soccer field; members may drop their kids off from 4pm to 6pm Monday through Thursday and Saturday from 10am-12pm for play time supervised by CSC staff.

When the kids are out of school, Kidsports Camp is in session! We have relay races on the indoor field, inflatable fun in the rec gym, game time in the game room, tumbling in the tumbling studio, take home crafts, and more. In the summer, we host in-house field trips such as Safari Week with the Wave Foundation; The Great Outdoors with Cool Critters; and Racing through Space with iSpace. Available dates include: • Spring Kidsports Camp: March 27th-31st; April 10th-14th;

and April 17th-21st• Summer Kidsports Camp: May 30th-August 25th

Kidsports Camp run from 9am to 4pm every day, with am and pm care available for one, three and five-day options. Contact: Sakaywa Grove

Holiday Activities Holidays are a cause for celebration in the Children’s Center, so we’re already getting ready for St. Patrick’s Day! Bring the kids to the Club on Friday, March 17th from 12pm to 3pm for a special edition of Parent’s Day Out; for $12 per child, we’ll play games on the indoor field and make special St. Patrick’s Day crafts to take home with us.

Of course, we can’t forget about our Easter festivities. The Bunny returns to the Club for a brunch with friends on Sunday, April 9th. He’ll play games, distribute goodie bags, and take lots of pictures with you. Register for the 10am brunch or the 12pm brunch; the cost is $6.95 per child, and $10.95 per adult. Contact: Sakaywa Grove

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March - April | 2017

KID’S CORNER

Get Ready for Pool Season Pool season is just around the corner! The CSC Aquatics Team is here to help you and your kids improve your skills in the water with free Learn to Swim Days in the warm water pool on March 11th at 11am; March 22nd at 6pm; April 7th at 1pm; and April 25th at 3pm. These classes are a great opportunity to have a free swim lesson, meet our instructors, and learn about the program.Are your kid’s skills fit for competition? Consider joining the Flying Fish Swim Team! A parent informational meeting is scheduled for May 11th at 6:30pm, complete with giveaways, prizes, and everything you need to know about the upcoming season. Contact: Sakaywa Grove

Save the Date for Brunch with the Bunny on Sunday, April 9

Learn to Swim Days available for adults and children

Program Contacts

Julie Goodchild, Club Manager 513-527-4000 jgoodchild@cincinnatisportsclub.com Heather Maloney, Member Service 513-527-4550 hmaloney@cincinnatisportsclub.com Sakaywa Grove, Children’s Programs 513-527-5026 sgrove@cincinnatisportsclub.com Lynda Wilisch, Group Fitness 513-527-5028 lwilisch@cincinnatisportsclub.com Kevin Danbury, Facilities 513-527-5024 kdanbury@cincinnatisportsclub.com Michael Downs, Fitness 513-527-4013 fitness@cincinnatisportsclub.com Phil Norton, Wellness Center, Private Training 513-527-5025 pnorton@cincinnatisportsclub.com Jeff Roman, Racquet Sports 513-527-5027 jroman@cincinnatisportsclub.com Marco Fiorini, Operations Manager 513-527-5034 mfiorini@cincinnatisportsclub.com

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SOCIAL EVENTS

Parties at the Club One of the best things about your membership is your access to the social events we host to bring members together, away from the workout. From January through March, Happy Hour on Friday night at 5:30pm offers something for everyone! Every Happy Hour is really two parties in one: we feature family fun on the indoor soccer field, and adult-only area with live music in the Staircase Lounge.

Each week features complimentary light fare by area restaurants, local musicians, and live entertainment for members of all membership types. This month, we have the Drake Planetarium’s Lego Lab, a magic show, a March Madness celebration, and Reds baseball celebration, and live music from Jeff Henry and Josh McIntosh & Company in the works, so mark your calendar for every Friday at 5:30pm and join the party!

For a more culinary-focused celebration, be sure to check out the Third Tuesday Tasting Party on the third Tuesday of every month. We host chefs from Cincinnati’s favorite restaurants, offer gourmet fare by the bite, and pair your food with an optional wine tasting by Market Café. Sidekix Saucy Asian Grill will be featured on March 21st, and Mazunte will join us on April 18th. It’s absolutely FREE to attend, but you’ll want to register early – the Tasting Parties sell out often. Members can bring ONE free guest this year, so appropriate fees will apply to additional guests. A $10 fee will be applied to no-show reservations and walk-ins, if space is available. Contact: Julie Goodchild

Lecture Series Whether you’re fascinated by history, want driving safety tips, or need nutritional know-how, this free lecture series featuring local experts delivers a new timely, relevant topic each month. Join us for our spring conversation about outdoor vegetable gardening on 3/23 from 6:30pm-7:30pm and 3/28 from 11:30am-12:30pm.Contact: Heather Maloney

March Madness Bracket Challenge March Madness is the most exciting time in college basketball! Complete your bracket with your best picks, and turn it in to the fitness desk before Monday, March 13th at 12pm with $10 per bracket. The winner gets half the total pot; the other half will be donated to a charity of their choice. The greater the number of participants, the larger the pot! Contact: Michael Downs

Running Gear Trunk Sale The Tri-State Running Group will be at the Club this spring to help you outfit proper running and walking gear. Look to the weekly email about dates and times. Contact: Heather Maloney

SPECIAL ACTIVITIESRed’s Breakfast On Thursday, 4/6 at 7:30am, Dick Williams, General Manager and President of Cincinnati Reds Baseball Operations, will discuss expectations for the 2017 season and players to watch at a special breakfast buffet at the Club. Guests are encouraged to bring a business card to drop in a prize drawing for Reds memorabilia. Contact: Julie Goodchild

Paint Night Cheers to Art invites you to experience art as entertainment, where an evening of painting, music and a little wine turns into a full-fledged party! Absolutely NO experience is necessary to have a great time. The next Painting Night at the Club is Thursday, March 16th from 6pm to 8pm, and is open to both members and guests. The cost is $40 per participant, which includes the canvas, brushes and paint. Contact: Heather Maloney

The next Cheers to Art paint night is Thursday, March 16

Two convenient entrances 5535 Murray Avenue-or-

3950 Red Bank Rd Cincinnati, Ohio 45227

Youth Squash Hello! My name is Coach Deerav Moolani, and I’m the new director of the T Squash Academy. I started playing Squash at the age of 12; my dad had his own Squash Academy, so I fell in love with the speed, excitement and creativity of the game early. After about two years of

playing, one of my dad’s coaches fell sick one day and he asked me to “feed” the ball (be his assistant) while he was doing a private lesson.

I fell in love with teaching that day, and started teaching on my own part time soon after. It has always been a powerful, gratifying feeling, in the sense that I feel like I’m experiencing what someone is learning when I teach them myself. It’s helped me grow my passion for the sport, so I went on to represent Pune University before becoming part of the Squash Team that won the All-India University Gold Medal in 2012.

I’m very grateful for this new chapter in my life, and look forward to growing with the Cincinnati squash community!

Hit the Courts This Year Tennis season is just around the corner! If you’re just getting started, or want to sharpen your game for match play when it gets warm, consider tennis clinics with head pro Jeff Roman. Adult clinics begin Monday, April 3rd, and lessons for junior players (14 and under) begin April 11th, with am and pm instruction available. Pick up a brochure at the Club for exact schedule details. If you’re looking for a different sport to enjoy, make an effort to pick up pickleball this year. Combining elements of badminton, tennis and table tennis, pickleball is one of the fastest-growing racquet sports in the country. We offer Quickstart Pickleball classes to help our members learn how to compete in just one week; email Jeff, or look for a brochure on your next visit for class information. Contact: Jeff Roman

SPRING SPORTS

Congratulations to the The T junior squash players.

Youth Squash in St. Louis The T junior squash players had a strong presence at the 2017 US Squash Regional Tournament in St. Louis. Siddhartha Nandakumar placed 4th in the BU17 division; Nora Brant placed 8th in the GU15 division; Aditi Purushothaman placed 3rd in the GU13 division; Aanya Anand placed 4th in the GU13 division; and Aanvi Anand placed 1st in the GU11 division. Congratulations everyone!

BY THE NUMBERSHMR Weight Management program participants in first session at the Club.

Average number of attendees at the winter 2017 Friday Happy Hours.

Number of member newsletter issues printed and mailed to members homes over the past 27 years.

Number of dollars the Club could save per year from credit card charges if member paid monthly by direct bank account.

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Coach Deerav MoolaniT Squash Academy Director