Bellingham Athletic Club

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.

Referral Month!

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. One-week passes will be available the entire month!

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

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.

Caring and Sharing with the Troops

This year we will be supporting the Troops with a club-wide collection of items for assembling care packages.  In conjunction with the VFW of Lynden, we will be assembling boxes of food, personal items, books/balls, and cards.  Please see the lists posted around the club.  The Kids Club is organizing this with the kids writing cards and messages for the troops.  We are very excited to add this effort to our Holiday Giving Campaign.   The same benefit applies to your donations: bring in a bundle of items for the Sharing and Caring for the Troops boxes and take advantage of 2019 pricing when you pre-pay for 2020!

“Find Your Reason”

Carly Miller - Bellingham Athletic ClubAt BAC we are focusing our efforts on helping members and non-members alike to “Find Your Reason” to keep up a rigorous exercise program.  Finding your reason can be a short-range goal such as completing a walking or running a race, or a longer-term motivation to stay fit and be sure you are here in good shape for your family.  Be sure to post your reason in a prominent place, (on your fridge or mirror),  share it with friends and family, so they can help you stay the course during the dreary winter months; when all we really want to do is curl up in front of the fire.

If you feel so inclined, share your “reason” for staying fit with us.  We will be posting our members’ reasons on the bulletin boards at each club. They may be anonymous or not. It’s up to you.  They can be pictures, poems, or drawings.  Turn in “your reason” to Carly in membership and receive a free gift.  We want to help you remember why you are here 3-4 times a week.  We want to encourage you to “go that extra mile” when your own energies are flagging.  When you keep your inspiration right in front of you it is easier to make it happen.