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September Vibe

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BAC Ball – Pickleball on a Racquetball Court

We’ve recently customized a pickleball net to fit in a racquetball court to give members another court sport option! The net will be available to check out at the front desk and must be used in court 2. You can reserve “BAC Ball” under court 2 online or at the front desk. Full rules will be posted on court 2, but feel free to have fun with it!

  • Singles or doubles
  • Ball can be played off the walls
  • Must bounce before back wall
  • Ceiling is out of bounds

Courtesy Corner

We’ve added big blue handicapped cones in the parking lot during our busiest times to make it easier for members with mobility challenges to get in and out of the club. If you see these cones out, please help us by leaving those spaces open for the folks who need them most. Thanks for helping us keep the club welcoming and accessible for everyone!

A big thank you to all our members who share equipment during busy times! Allowing others to “work in” between your sets keeps workouts flowing smoothly and makes the club a friendlier, more supportive place for everyone. Your thoughtfulness helps create the kind of community we’re proud to have — one where we all look out for each other.

Member Spotlight: Dave Umbaugh

I’ve been part of the BAC family since the late 1970s, when it was still known as PARC. Back then, I was just a kid tagging along with my parents, Sam and Sylvia—both honored as Members of the Month—learning the rhythm of discipline through swimming and basketball practice. Decades later, that rhythm still guides me.

Today, I am retired after 40yrs working at Alcoa. I live in Bellingham with my wife Karlene and our son Cameron. BAC remains a cornerstone of my life, where I train 4 to 6 times a week, and weekends alongside Karlene. It’s more than a gym—it’s a community, a place where familiar faces and shared goals create a sense of belonging.

Outside the gym, our family thrives on movement and connection. We travel across the U.S. and Europe, walk/hike regularly, and crab in the Puget Sound. We also give back by coaching Special Olympics Basketball and Track—an experience that continues to inspire us deeply.

Between us, Karlene and I have four grown children and four grandchildren—with one more blessing on the way. Life is full, active, and purpose-driven. And through it all, I’ve learned that consistency, community, and compassion are the true markers of strength.

August Vibe

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Body Movement Assessment System

Our ability to move is essential to maintaining our fitness and quality of our everyday lives. With our Kinotek System,Kinotek Reports
we have the ability to assess your body’s ability to move with a menu of 65 movements from head to toe.

In just minutes, we can scan your body movement, providing you with a picture of your joint ranges of motion, posture, asymmetries from one side to the other, and any compensations you may have developed.

Our trainers can help set up a program to increase mobility and decrease asymmetries, then we can re-assess your movements and see how you have improved.

For more information or to schedule a Kinotek appointment please contact one of our Personal Training Staff or our Front Desk.

Employee Spotlight: Derrick Brillhart

Hello, I’m Derrick!

I live here in Bellingham with my wife Taylor and our two year old son Richter. I moved here from Kitsap County a number of years ago to go to school at WWU where I got a bachelor’s degree in geography. I worked in parks & recreation for a time until my son was born, at which point I left so I could instead raise him as a stay at home dad.

At night I work here at the club doing maintenance and cleaning.

Working late at B.A.C. has been great for my childcare needs, and I’m happy to continue working here for the foreseeable future.

These days I spend much of my time stacking blocks, playing toy cars, and doing puzzles with my son. We love to go to the park and the F.I.G. at the Whatcom Museum. When I have time to myself though I like to go hiking, visit breweries, or play video games.

I never really know what to say when talking about myself, but I hope you enjoyed learning a little about me!

Equipment Spotlight – Hammer Strength Iso-Lateral Plate Load

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Located in our upstairs Fitness Area is our 5-piece plate loaded upper body Hammer Strength Circuit. Shoulder Press, Chest Press, DY Row, Row and Pulldown. What’s unique about these pieces are that they what Hammer Strength calls their “Iso-Lateral” pieces.

What that means is the movement arms are independent of each other forcing you to work both arms equally. Each piece’s movement arms can be used in tandem or one at a time giving you a variety of different workout options.

Each piece is plate loaded so you select the amount of weight you wish to lift and slide the plates on each post of the movement arms. Make sure to load both sides equally.

The seats on all the units are adjustable to fit the size of the user. If you have any questions on any of the Hammer Strength pieces, please ask one of the BAC Personal Training Staff. They would be happy to assist you!