Joe Teehan of KGMI’s interviews Cathy Buckly about BAC’s response to the Coronavirus and wellness in our community.
2020-3-13 bac-kgmi
News
Coronavirus and BAC
All BAC Members:
Governor Inslee announced this afternoon the closure of all Public Schools in the state of Washington as of Tuesday March 17th. BAC leadership has come together to make a very difficult decision. We will be suspending all Group Classes until further notice. This includes all Group Exercise classes, Pool exercise classes and our Youth Swim lesson program. If fees are involved we will be issuing credits for the remaining sessions which will resume as soon as it is safe to do so. All one-on-one lessons or training sessions will need to be cleared with your instructor. The situation in Whatcom County is changing by the hour. Over the next few weeks, as the situation develops, we will have time to reassess when group classes will resume. This is certainly unprecedented, but, we believe it is the right decision to make under the circumstances. As of this writing, we are planning on keeping both of the clubs open, with Kids Club available.
However, as caring members of our Whatcom County community, we are committed to helping wherever and however we can in our community. There will be many needs and opportunities to come together to help our community in ways we cannot right now envision. As a club, we have the opportunity to provide a leadership role in helping us all get through this challenging time. Stay posted for some videos/blogs from instructors.
If you are healthy and able please support our local small businesses, we are all suffering due to a loss of business. If your job and finances allow it, you might think of purchasing gift certificates. Gift certificates give a little boost to the business, allowing them to meet payroll and pay bills. That value comes back to you as a benefit down the road when things return to normal.
I have unfailing faith in our ability to weather this storm, to help those in need, and come together as we move through these unprecedented times.
Take the necessary precautions to stay healthy, keep exercising and I hope to see you in the clubs.
Cathy Buckley and the Management Team
Coronavirus and BAC
All,
I just thought I would reach out to you to let you know what we are doing here at BAC in response to the ongoing issue as regards the Coronavirus. We have implemented an aggressive program of disinfection, for all common surfaces. We want everyone to be safe here at the club. We are adhering to all CDC recommendations. The Front Desk and Maintenance staff are hourly disinfecting door handles, cards, pens, and Front Desk Surfaces. The fitness staff is doing the same for the weight room and cardio areas. The pool has its own built-in defense system due to the chlorine levels maintained in that area. Locker rooms are also under increased cleaning protocols.
We have an abundance of cleaning bottles and rags for your use. Please take the extra precaution of wiping down any and all equipment before and after use. (The before is for your protection, and the after is for those that follow.) If you have underlying health issues that will be aggravated by getting sick, please be careful and perhaps stay away from group classes. One of the best defenses against any disease is a healthy immune system, so eat well, exercise and get plenty of sleep. As always I welcome your comments and questions.
For more information about the disinfectant that we use at both clubs (it effectively kills the Human Coronavirus), please press here.
Respectfully
Cathy Buckley
We will be open regular hours with regular classes on President’s Day, February 17th.February Member of the Month
Melissa Yuryevich joined BAC several years ago when she was new to the area and looking for a place to stay in shape. We are grateful that she stuck with us for so long, and has brought such joy to both our employees and members—some who have become very close friends.
When she’s not working out, you can usually find Melissa in her kitchen whipping up some yummy recipes and baking goodies that she shares very liberally with all of us. Believe us, she can COOK!
She is also an avid reader and a wonderful entertainer—willing to share her hospitality, food, and wonderful smile with anyone and everyone.
When she started at BAC she was a regular participant in the Monday and Wednesday night Boot camp classes. But since then she has tried all of the Group classes—utilizing the variety of times they are offered, and most recently, began taking the Saturday Power Pump class! Adding this class has challenged her and made her feel stronger every week.
Melissa, thank you for the positive attitude and smiles you share so willingly. No matter what the day brings, we know you will bring your sunniest self to brighten our days.
February is our member referral month, so invite a friend along for the ride and receive a $10 credit on your account for every friend who signs up in the month of February. 
Holiday Hours
Christmas and New Years’ days are on Wednesday this year, so please consult the schedule below as well as the signs in the clubs and postings on the website should you wonder about the hours of the clubs.
December 8th: Holiday party. Both clubs close at 5pm.
Christmas Eve: Both clubs close at 2pm.
Christmas: Both clubs closed.
Day after Christmas: Cordata 7-7, Downtown 7-2. No classes.
New Year’s Eve: Both clubs close at 5 pm.
New Year’s Day: Cordata 7-7, Downtown 7-2. No classes.
Day after New Years: Regular schedule.
Toys for Tots
Our annual Toys for Tots toy drive begins Monday, December 2nd. You will notice the bins in the lobbies of both clubs. Our members have always been generous in the past and this year will be no exception. As a reward for your generosity, we are giving you the opportunity to take advantage of 2019 club dues rates if you pre-pay for the year. We are looking forward to seeing all the great toys you bring in.