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April Vibe

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Swim Lessons

We offer swim lessons year ‘round! Get ready for summer and join one of our upcoming sessions. We have classes for children from 6 months old all the way up to adult classes. Lessons are on both Tuesdays AND Thursdays. More information can be found by emailing our aquatics director at aquatics@bellinghamathleticclub.com, checking our website, or by speaking with our front desk staff. Get on the interest list to be notified when registration opens for one of the upcoming sessions below:

April 14 – April 30
May 5 – May 28
June 2 – June 25
June 30 – July 23
July 28 – August 20

Employee Spotlight: Claire Owen

Hello! My name is Claire and I started working for BAC a year ago this month. I recently graduated from Western Washington University where I studied Communications and the Salish Sea. I hope to use my degree to become a naturalist and teach people about marine conservation here in the Salish Sea. When I’m not at BAC you can find me at Larrabee State Park walking my puppy and tide-pooling! I have made some amazing connections here at the club, and I am grateful for all the experiences I have had working here.

Courtesy Corner: Control the Weight, Respect the Space

As many of you know, our upstairs weight room sits directly above the women’s locker room. Recently we’ve had an increase in members dropping heavy dumbbells and barbells at the end of sets. While this may seem harmless, the impact carries through the floor and can be extremely loud and startling for members using the locker room below. Repeated dropping also causes unnecessary wear and damage to our equipment and flooring.

For everyone’s comfort and safety, we ask that members control the weight all the way back to the ground at the end of each set. If a weight can only be dropped to finish the lift, it’s usually a sign that the weight may be a bit too heavy. Consider lowering the weight slightly or performing a few fewer repetitions so you can maintain control through the entire movement.

Strength training is an important part of the club experience, and we appreciate everyone helping keep the environment respectful and safe for fellow members. Lift strong, but lift with control. Thank you for your cooperation and courtesy.

March Vibe

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50th Anniversary Celebrations

As the 50th anniversary celebrations are coming to an end, we wanted to put out a reminder of the promotions that are still going on through the end of the month.

We’re welcoming former members and staff back to the BAC family with no joining fee and a month-to-month contract. It’s the perfect time to reconnect and be part of this exciting chapter. All current adult members received 3 additional free guest passes in January to share with friends and family, make sure to use them before they expire. Plus, for every new member you refer who joins, you’ll receive a $25 membership credit as our way of saying thank you for spreading the word. This all ends March 31, 2026 so make the most of it while you can!

Employee Spotlight: Ali Chutuk

Hi! I’m Ali and I started coming to the club in 2023 to strength train for my competitive figure skating. I then started working at the front desk 10 months ago, and I’m currently enrolled at WCC studying English.

When I’m not at work or exercising you’ll find me in a book store or along the trails of Whatcom Falls.

I’ve really enjoyed the atmosphere and supportive community here at BAC. I have also greatly appreciated the connections and opportunities I’ve
experienced.

Racquetball

Spring racquetball league will be running from March 25 through May 27. There will be 9 weeks of regular play plus playoffs will be May 27. Five divisions are available: Elite, A, B/C, D, and Juniors. Matches will be Wednesday evenings but can be rescheduled if necessary. Sign up at the front desk. Nonmembers are welcome.

Junior racquetball lessons are available for kids ages 8 and up. The next session will be March 23 through April 15. Sign up at the front desk. Nonmembers are welcome.

 

January Vibe

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Personal Training

We live in an age of unlimited access to information on health and fitness from a variety of sources. The challenge comes from trying to navigate through the volume of information we have access to and then having to sort out what is based on facts and what is not. Fortunately, we have a group of professionals here at BAC in our Personal Training department who can assist you in sorting out fact from fiction and provide you with sound strategies to meet and exceed your needs and goals.

Personal Training Staff

Lesley Jones – Personal Trainer/Group Exercise Instructor
Lesley works with a wide spectrum of clients. She has a background in Personal Training, Group Ex Instruction, Pilates, Nutrition, and Corrective Exercise.

Rich Nodarse – Personal Trainer
Rich has a background in Performance Psychology, Track and Field, and Crew. His clientele include adults with zero exercise experience to long time athletes to adolescents.

Krystal Tegarden – Personal Trainer
Krystal, as a performance skater, has been exposed to strength and conditioning for many years. Her specialties include: individual and group personal training, injury prevention, and roller skating instruction and coaching.

Danaelle Mason – Personal Trainer
Danaelle brings her passion for health, fitness, and wellness to each client. Her attention to detail and communication skills allow her to work with a wide range of clientele of all ages.

Rolland Courteau – Personal Trainer
Rolland specializes in muscle growth, high intensity training, and weight loss. He believes the best investment you can make is in your health. His focus is on maximizing gains and minimizing risk.

Miles Tennant – Personal Trainer
Miles is a former collegiate soccer player, an avid runner, biker, and triathlete. He brings this knowledge along with his recently obtained degree in Kinesiology to help clients build toward their health and fitness aspirations.

Mike Locke – Director of Fitness/Personal Trainer/Sports Performance Coach
Mike has garnered over four decades worth of experience. His clientele ranges from individuals new to exercise to older adults, from pre and posttherapy patients to athletes elementary age through high school as well as collegiate to professional.

Anastasiya Monaco – Yoga Instructor and Holistic Health Coach
Anastasiya is offering 1:1 holistic health coaching and private yoga classes. She’s passionate about helping people become a healthier, more empowered version of themselves.