**IMPORTANT CLUB NEWS FROM MICHELE**

Hello Snap Avon!

Fall is the season of change and with that in mind there are a lot of changes going on at Snap! 

First -- we are changing the group class schedule for the fall/winter months as follows:

1. Effective immediately both Monday 6pm evening boot camp and Saturday morning 10:30am boot camp will be Cardio Bootcamp classes with an emphasis on conditioning rather than a focus on strictly weights. This class will be taught by Ben Rocher, who is going to guest instruct for the next two weeks!   Should you all love the class, and he love teaching it at Snap, we will continue with the new schedule - so your feedback is very important :)

2. Also effective immediately - and by popular demand - both Wednesday 5pm yoga class and Saturday 11:30am yoga class will BOTH now be ABS AND CORE classes.

Second..............just like with your workouts:  Even if you enjoy doing what you are doing, changing things up is important for forward progression as long as you have a strong core.  And with a power team at Snap consisting of: long time Director of Personal Training, Brian Szmigiel, Elite Personal Trainer Robert Smith, and myself, we ARE your strong core and aren't going anywhere. 

We are, however, sad to say that as of next Friday, October 25th, Snap's "Sweetheart" and club manager, Jessica Bergen, will no longer be with us.  Jessica has been offered a position as a field hockey program director at Stick Time Sports in Agawam Massachusetts; and as you all know field hockey is Jessica's passion so she simply cannot pass this opportunity up.  She will be dearly missed so join me in wishing her well by signing the cards that I will have on display at the front entrance of the club.  

I am actively interviewing for the position and won't choose "just anyone" -- our new club manager has some serious shoes to fill!

Lastly -- I'd like to welcome all the new members that have joined us at Snap so far this fall.  I have a lot of plans at the club including the launch of round 2 of the Grocery List at ShopRite supermarket ....so stay tuned for further updates :) 

............but please remember to rack your weights and clean up after yourselves.  Snap isn't just a gym............it's PERSONAL. :)

Have a great week everyone....and remember....We're always listening :)

Michele Welcome-Pellegatto, 3x Figure Pro
Snap Fitness Avon, Owner
michele@michelewelcome.com
860-581-4014

Weekly Club News From Michele - September 17, 2013

Hello Snap Avon! 

This past Saturday was the first club member appreciation party/open house BBQ and it was great to see so many of you have such a great time!  Special thank you to Tracy Lachmann for the free massages, Anthony Cannavo Jr. for the free injury assessments, Ali Welcome for face painting, Denise for the free Zumba class, Robert Smith for guest instructing the awesome bootcamp class, JarBear Carvings for the chainsaw carving of our club mascot, and The Biker's Edge for being on site for all our outdoor biking needs. I plan to make this an annual event for all of you.  I appreciate your membership and that so many of you take pride in the club not being JUST a club.  GO US GO!

There are quite a bit of exciting announcements so let's get started:

1.  Please join me in welcoming Robert Smith Jr. to the elite personal training staff at the club! Robert is bilingual and most recently was the Assistant Director of personal training at LA Fitness in Springfield, MA.  Robert has extensive knowledge of various different training methods and is a sports nutrition specialist as well so he will fit right into the atmosphere here.  Looking for someone to give you that extra push?  Robert is available for those in-demand morning personal training slots so contact the club today if you would like a FREE ASSESSMENT with him.  Robert will also be taking on the Wednesday and Friday 6am boot camp classes so if you haven't tried class yet, now is a great time to drop in.  Remember only $15/month for unlimited class attendance!

2.  Snap Avon staff and some of our members will be PERFORMING on stage this Saturday the 21st at the Avon Day event!  Look out for us at 4pm on the main stage and cheer us on!  Be sure to drop by our booth and bring your friends/family that might be interested in a membership.

3. If you haven't seen the cards in the club yet, the Michele ApprovedTM collaboration with Aloha tanning has officially launched!  I'm expanding my promotion of all things healthy to not just nutrition but healthy LIFESTYLE options as well.  Try out their organic, paraban free spray tans for your next event/wedding/night out instead of dangerous UV lights.  I use them for appearances, photo shoots, and especially as a base under my competition tan for stage.  They are awesome and have a special deal for Snap members so grab a promo card the next time you are in the club.

4. THIS THURSDAY IS THE MONTHLY ISAGENIX PARTY AT 6:30-7:30PM.  By popular demand Mike Russo will once again be hosting the event for all those who have questions about what the heck we are all talking about.....and why so many of us love how we FEEL and love how our bodies are changing too.  Come listen to what it's all about :)

5. I've hired a new cleaning staff that will be coming to the club late in the evening (like 10pm ish) every Monday so please plan accordingly.  Please be sure to be courteous and help us keep the club clean by racking your weights, and taking your personal items from the shower rooms at all times (gross!).  And on rainy days....bring a change of shoes.

6. The fall season for all physique competitions (bodybuilding, fitness, figure, bikini, fit body, male physique/model) has begun and I am once again hosting stage posing and presentation clinics every Sunday from 11-1pm at the club.  These clinics are the only one of their kind in the whole state so if you have ever heard of someone "who competes" feel free to share that your club hosts clinics.  Please plan accordingly because we will be occupying the floor space during this time.

All for this week - again, come see us Saturday at Avon Day on stage at 4pm! GO SNAP AVON GO!

...and remember...I'm always listening :)

Michele Welcome-Pellegatto, 3x Figure Pro
Snap Fitness Avon, Owner
michele@michelewelcome.com
860-581-4014

Party over HERE!!

One of our members, Michael Russo, has recently had some serious success with some adjustments he has made in his nutrition.  In just four months, after adding Isagenix nutrition to his lifestyle, Mike has lost 4 inches in his waist, and has a six-pack that is starting to show through!  His blood pressure has also been lowered, and his acid reflux has completely vanished.  Mike has always eaten real, healthy foods, but adding Isagenix has catapulted his figure into what it is today!

Because of the success that Michael has had with the small changes and additions he has made to his nutrition and lifestyle, he would like to SHARE it with YOU!  Michael will be hosting a party at the club on Thursday, August 15, 2013 at 6 PM.  Stop by if you are interested in learning some tips for living a happier, healthier life! 

IMPORTANT CHANGES AND WEEKLY CLUB NEWS!!

Hellooooo Snap Avon!

It's a BEAUTIFUL Tuesday outside and I hope you are enjoying every minute of it!  I sure am! I spent hours this afternoon distributing flyers around town about our fantastic FREE Silver Sneakers program we have going on at the club...so I got to enjoy a bit of sun myself.  HOWEVER...we ALL still need the strength training so I hope to see you power up some weight this week in the gym :)

Now for this week's updates:

1. ***CHANGE IN WEDNESDAY'S YOGA CLASS TIME*** Yoga with Katey has been moved to 5pm on Wednesdays effective IMMEDIATELY.  So again, tomorrow's yoga class will now be BEFORE bootcamp at 5pm.  Hope to see you there!

2. The water fountain was fixed this weekend by our very own MacGyver and club trainer, Katey! I'm beginning to think Katey can do anything.  She even figured out how to unlock the men's bathroom door yesterday that somehow got locked from the inside out (really guys?  what are you doing in there? LOL).

3. As much as I love the quiet mornings at the club when I train myself, I would like to promote use of the club in the early mornings.  We have showers and plenty of cardio equipment just waiting for YOU. Best part -- workout is DONE and OVER WITH early so you can just carry on with the day.  SOOOOO - anyone that comes in from 6am to 10am a minimum of 10 times per month will get 10% off their dues in the following month! 

4.  The Meat House Menu launches on May 10th (copy of menu attached)!!!  Sorry to Snap Head Trainer Brian for calling the Meat House and ordering the "Back Day Burger Wrap" yesterday only for the person on the phone to say "Um. Do you know you called The Meat House?"  LOL!  Matt and Rich at The Meat House just need a little time to get all the employees on board so thank you for your patience.

5.  Thank you to the person that left me feedback looking for more male dominated magazines.  I left a Car and Driver magazine along with some Travel, and Travel & Leisure magazines for you.  Your feedback is always welcome.

6. The latest issue of Natural Nutmeg hit the newsstands today with my recipe article for "chicken tacos with romaine shells!"  Copies are at the club.  Attached is a photo collage Jessica made :)

7.  Lastly - check out the incredible 8 week transformation by our club member Mike Russo -- 58 years young and NO CHANGE to his workouts...ONLY nutrition (photo attached).  I can't stress how important nutrition is - how nutrition IS the MAGIC in all this - and how it doesn't have to be difficult.  I'm happy to meet with every one of you to get you started on your own life change. 

All for this week --- hope you are ROCKING your week and I look forward to seeing you at the club!!

....and remember- I'm always listening.

Michele Welcome
Snap Fitness Avon, Owner

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**UPDATED GROUP CLASS SCHEDULE**

Class Descriptions:
Boot Camp (60min): Get pushed to your limit with this fun and challenging class instructed by AFFA certified personal trainer Tynan Santana, a former firefighter in the United States Air Force.  Designed with a mix of calisthenics, body weight exercises, plyometrics and interval strength training, you will be sure to improve your strength, endurance, confidence and overall health!

Silver Sneakers Muscular Strength and Range of Motion (MSROM) (60min): Our AFFA and ACSM certified personal trainers Brian Szmigiel and Katey Hurley have been recognized by Silver Sneakers for their expertise in working with older adults.  They make sure members have fun while moving to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement, flexibility, and activity for daily living skills.  Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a small ball are offered for resistance, while a chair is used for seated and/or standing support.

Total Body Conditioning (TBC) (60min): This 60min workout will incorporate low-moderate intensity cardio training with a variety of exercises to improve your overall strength and balance and get you toned! We will focus on light full body dumbbell work, core conditioning and stability exercises. This is the perfect 2x per week class for all fitness levels (especially if you don’t feel up to the Boot Camp challenge quite yet)!

Yoga Stretch (60 min): Classical style stretch class systematically working the entire body, stretching muscles and building foundational strength. This 60 minute class is appropriate for beginners and more experienced students alike. It is truly a complete mind-body workout. Your focus will improve, your mind will become clear, and you will feel as if you are floating out of class.

MONDAY:
6 AM - Boot Camp
11:30 AM - Silver Sneakers MSROM
6 PM - Boot Camp

TUESDAY:
9 AM - Total Body Conditioning

WEDNESDAY:
6 AM - Boot Camp
6 PM - Boot Camp
7 PM - Yoga Stretch

THURSDAY:
9 AM - Total Body Conditioning
11:30 AM - Silver Sneakers MSROM

FRIDAY:
6 AM - Boot Camp

SATURDAY:
10:30 AM - Boot Camp
11:30 AM - Yoga Stretch

Snap Fitness Avon Connecticut

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WEEKLY CLUB NEWS FROM MICHELE!!

Hello Snap Avon!

I hope you are all having a wonderful week so far!  Tomorrow is Friday and we have a lot going on at the club this weekend....so come on in and join us! 

Here are this week's club announcements!

1. You might have seen a new face at the club!  Katey Hurley has joined our team of personal trainers, group class instructors, and Snap Fitness Rock Stars as a graduate of UCONN with a Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Sciences and she is an ACSM Certified Personal Trainer.  Her skills are not only one-one-one personal training (she is perfect for those who prefer a female trainer), but also group fitness instruction so she will be spearheading our recently added 9am classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays.  She will also be taking on the Yoga Stretch class on Wed evening and Saturday morning ANDDDDD she is going to be teaching the new Silver Sneakers classes ---- which start next week on MONDAY and THURSDAY at 11:30am.  Katey has already received rave reviews from members this week so I hope you will all welcome her as you come into the club. GO KATEY GO!

2.  Calling all people looking for a fun 12 WEEK FITNESS CHALLENGE to keep you motivated and goal oriented!  Brian's Rough-N-Tough Snap Fitness Challenge starts soon so be sure to sign up with Jessica at the front desk to reserve your spot.  Attached is the flyer with more info.  An example of one of the weekly challenges is the "Time Based Relay Event" --- one person from each team performs one of the exercises before handing off the baton to the next person to start their portion of the challenge--- 1 mile run/jog, 3 miles recumbent bike, 120 Bodyweight squats (90 degrees), 100 floor crunches.  The idea is to pick your strongest team member for the applicable exercise, and complete the challenge in the shortest amount of time.  The top 4 teams will win points.  Points will accrue for weekly prizes and then on the GRAND CHALLENGE day, the 12 week mark, you compete for all the GRAND PRIZES! 

Brian has been working hard securing all kinds of prizes for you guys and here are just a few businesses that are just as fired up as we are for this 12 week event (we welcome more!):

Orvis
Battison's Dry Cleaning
Edible Arrangements
Eastern Mountain Sports
Pasta Co Cafe
Dick's Sporting Good's

3. Snap Fitness Member Brad Seaman is currently hosting Monday night basketball clinics at the club. Check out the shirt he made with the Snap Fitness logo for all the kids (attached)!! He is offering a special "skills and drills" clinic this Saturday from 8:30-12:30pm at the Avon Middle School with former NBA player Adam Harrington for all competitive kids ages 5th grade and up.  If interested contact Brad/Adam at iabu@aol.com by Friday at 5pm.  Their is $50.

4.  FREEEEEEE Silver Sneakers classes start Monday!!!  So ALL Silver Sneakers members COME ON INTO THE CLUB Mondays and Thursdays at 11:30am and work on that fitness!  All non-Silver Sneakers members are encouraged to come as well.  It would be just a $5 drop in for non-Silver Sneakers members (or $15/month unlimited).

5.  It's officially time for me to start "dialing in" for my Pro show in June in Miami.  I'm starting things off with an Isagenix 9 day deep cleanse to rev up the engines and then it's slow and steady nutritional changes (my training is the SAME intensity year round) for the next 13 weeks.  NO fat burners, NO diuretics, NO double sessions of cardio, NO drugs --- my motto is EAT LEAN TRAIN CLEAN.  Need I say more?  ANYTHING is possible with the right nutrition.  I welcome you to join me for the next 13 weeks (and beyond this is a LIFESTYLE not a DIET) with your own custom nutrition plan that is EASY TO FOLLOW.  Many of you have already done so and have witnessed your own incredible results (MARCIA RUSSO YOU ARE INCREDIBLE with your full pant size loss in one month!).  Email me if you want to ROCK. :)

6.  Our pictures last week didn't load so we are re-attaching them.  Pics are of our front page story in the Avon news, our participation in the O'Hartford 5k run, the NEW Snap Fitness Deepwater Lobster Lunch Menu, and Brian's Rough-N-Tough Fitness Challenge flyer.

7.  As always, thank you for racking your weights and changing your shoes :)  GO SNAP AVON GO!

Have a great week!

Regards,

Michele Welcome
Snap Fitness Avon, Owner
michele@michelewelcome.com
860-581-4014