As noted, the projected date for parts and repair will be this evening or Wednesday morning. This means we will have to allow some time for re-heating. Our game plan is to re-open 5:00 pm-10:00 pm on Wednesday, Oct. 31st for Lap Swim only! No Water Aerobics or Family Swim. Pool Opens Thursday, Nov. 1st Regular hours and schedule. Again, thank you for your understanding and patience with this dilemma!
Pool Heater Update
At this time we are still awaiting one of the parts for repairing the pool heater. The water temperature has continued to drop and our pool repairman/expert has strongly advised us to cover the pool to slow the cooling process. He says: ” the cooler it gets the longer it takes to reheat”. So with that in mind, we have CLOSED THE POOL EFFECTIVE NOW. No lap lane swim, water aerobics or family swim. The Tuesday 9am-10am water aerobics class is canceled as well as all Tuesday swim lessons. Also no lap lane or family swim. Projected time of repair is late Tuesday to Wednesday mid-morning. We will keep you informed and post an email as soon as we know we are re-opening the pool. Sorry for the inconvenience and thank you for your understanding!!
Attention Water Exercisers
All Water Exercisers: Water Exercise Classes and the first day of Swim Lessons are canceled this week (Oct 29 & 30th). On Thursday, October 25th our pool heater failed. I had our repairman in immediately and he has ordered parts, they have not all arrived at this time (Saturday) they have been in doing all they can to ready the heater so when the parts come they can quickly install and get the heater running again. It does mean the pool is very cool (that is in the cold sense). We usually keep the pool at 85 degrees, right now it is about 76 and falling. I believe the soonest it will be operational is Monday and it will take at least a day to come back up to temperature. If you are a vigorous exerciser the pool feels good, but if you have arthritis, or are sensitive to cool water please call before you come in. I apologize for the problem, know that we are working hard to get it resolved as quickly as possible.
Beginners Racquetball Clinic
Want to learn how to play racquetball? Join club pro, Wanda Collins, for a Beginners Clinic that will take place on Monday, November 12 from 6:15 pm – 7:00 pm.
Free members
$15 nonmembers
All equipment provided.
Spooky Swim
This Friday (October 26th) we are hosting a special “Spooky Swim” during our Evening Family Swim from 7-8:30 PM. If you want to do something festive for Halloween with the kids and you have an extra family swim pass lying around, come join us! There will be themed games, prizes, and lots of laughs!
Junior Racquetball Lessons
The next Junior Racquetball Lessons will begin the week of November 4. There will be offerings for all levels. Sign up at the front desk now! Open to Members and Non Members!
Beginners
Nov. 7, 12, 14 & 19 4:15—5:00m
Intermediates
Nov. 8, 13, 15 & 20 5:00—5:45 pm
Advances
Nov. 8, 13, 15 & 20 4:15—5:00 pm
$24-Member
$27-Child of Member
$30-Non Member
Swim Lessons Update
Here is our newest Swim Lesson Session! The Holiday Season is now officially upon us, so our next session will be 3 weeks/6 lessons to allow everyone plenty of time to see family and friends over Thanksgiving.
October 30th – November 15th (3 Weeks/6 Lessons)
Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays
Times: 10am–12pm, 3:30pm–5:00pm, & 6:00pm-8:00pm
We offer adult groups lessons from 7:30 pm-8:00 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays, as well as private
lessons to meet your personal fitness goals.
Call (360) 676-1800 to sign up!
Press here for current Swim Lessons details and pricing.
Press here to go to the Aquatic Page.
REVOLUTION Rocks BAC
We are very excited to introduce our new Studio Cycling program at the Downtown Club. We are proud to announce that Jeremy Lemke is heading up this new cycling experience. He has issued the following invitation to all BAC members and guests: “Come Rev it up at Bellingham Athletic Club’s all new Indoor Cycling class called Revolution. Don’t let the cold and rainy season put a damper on your training. Indoor cycling is an excellent way to keep your cardiovascular fitness up in a low impact heart pumping activity. Revolution will take members through specific drills that are designed to build strength and muscle endurance. Take your training to the next level through timed intervals where you will learn to fly on the flats, jog up-and-down mixed terrains and attack on a hill. This class is designed to benefit someone who has not been on a bike in years to the avid cyclist. Revolution will mimic the outdoor riding experience in a high intensity, energetic, and friendly environment that will push you to be your best. Check the schedule for a class time that works best for you and come check it out!”
Aqua Zumba
We have introduced our new Fall Schedule, so check it out–we have some classes returning after a summer hiatus, and Aqua Zumba is back on the schedule for Wednesdays at 10:30 am. Cindy Whitney and Toni Brooks are sharing the duties for that class. Aqua Zumba is a wonderful addition to our robust Aqua-aerobics schedule. We are so happy to see all our regulars back at it again; we are proud of you for keeping fitness an important part of your lives!
BAC Food Drive
Join the Bellingham Athletic Club by donating nonperishable items and helping others in need. We can all do something small together and make a big impact in our community. Members and Non-members bring in a bag of nonperishable items to donate to the food drive starting October 15 and you will receive a One-Week Guest pass to use for yourself or give to a family member or friend. Our Food Drive will end on November 21. Please join us in giving to other families in our community.