**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

EXCITING Guest Class Instructors Tomorrow!

Hello Everyone!

Tomorrow is going to be exciting here at Snap! All those who love boot camp and Katey's yoga are going to be in for a treat; and those who have yet to try class, tomorrow will be a perfect chance to try something new and fun.  Katey will be out of town tomorrow so I'm bringing in special guest instructors for both the 10:30am boot camp class and the 11:30am yoga class --JUST FOR YOU!  So come on into the club and embrace a new workout style! Drop in for those not on the unlimited monthly class schedule is only $5 for members and $10 for nonmembers. 

GO SNAP AVON GO!

Michele Welcome-Pellegatto
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860-581-4014

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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

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Class Changes - Starting Next Week

Hello Snap Avon!

*Effective next week* -- Yoga Stretch class will no longer be Tuesday and Thursday evenings.  Instead, class will be as follows:

Wednesdays 7pm

Saturdays 11:30am

For THIS WEEK - Yoga Stretch Class will still be tonight at 6pm.  PLEASE REGISTER ahead of time with Jessica at the front desk so we know whether or not to still hold it (no one came Tuesday).

Thanks everyone - hope you are having a great week!

Michele Welcome
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Michele's Weekly Club Update!! March 12, 2013

Here are this week's announcements:

1. CPR/AED Class -- FREE this Saturday at 11:30am for all members!  There are only 12 slots available and we are almost booked up so email us quick with your commitment and we'll "save you" a spot.  (ok bad joke).  Thank you again to our Snap Member and EMT Rob Sherry for volunteering his time for YOU.  GO ROB!

2. There are two 5k runs coming up in Hartford.  One on March 17th and one on March 24th.  Jessica and a few Snap members are planning to run the one on the 17th (Max's O'Hartford 5K) so if you would like to join let us know asap so we can have a shirt for you :)  Here is the link to register:

http://www.hartfordmarathon.com/Events/Max_s_O_Hartford_5K.htm

3.  Be sure to please swipe your card during staffed hours even though the door may be unlocked.  We need to stalk, I mean, track all accesses for your protection :)

4.  Silver Sneakers classes to start April 1st.  The classes will be late morning -- please email me your "vote" for days of the week!  Class description below.

5.  Speaking of classes.................we added 9am Aerobics for Everyone on Tu/Th morning per member requests......but only 1 or 2 people are coming.....  The class is more of a "boot camp light" and not as intense as the boot camp classes, but not a breeze either.  Great total body conditioning class.  So we would love to see more of you that requested morning classes come on in and join us!

6.  Great job everyone for bringing a change of shoes! And for racking your weights --- I think I only had to rack 45lb plates in my high heels ONCE last week.  Woo!

All for now ---- have a great week everyone!  And remember -- I'm always listening! 

Michele Welcome
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860-581-4014

*** Silver Sneakers Class Description:

"Be part of the nation’s leading exercise program designed exclusively for older adults, which improves overall fitness and encourages social interaction."

Strength & Range of Movement:

Functional improvement is the focus of this creative multi-level conditioning class. Members move through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement, and activity for daily living skills. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a ball are offered for resistance, and a chair is used for seated and/or standing support.

Class will be approx 45-60 minutes.

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Michele's Monday Update - February 25, 2013

We had an exciting week this week at the club with our visit from Cathy Savage and talk about NUTRITION.  Lots of notes were taken, food was shared (thank you to The Meat House for donating sandwiches), raffles, and just an overall good time.  Thank you to all that came out!  I will be following up with everyone who came for one-one one discussions on your individual nutrition needs.

Here are this week's announcements:

1. Beginning this week Aerobics for Everyone has been moved to Tuesday and Thursday at 9am.  People have been asking for a morning class -- you ask we listen!

2. Beginning this week Yoga Stretch class has been moved to Tuesday and Thursday at 6pm.  I have already had a request for 6:30pm so if there enough interest in bumping this class by 30 minutes, let me know and I'll accommodate.

3. We are working on special classes for Silver Sneakers as we speak.  The equipment is on the way so stay tuned for further info.  Please email me days/times you prefer we hold the classes and I'll do my best to accommodate.

4.  Speaking of classes, if you came to the cardio kickboxing class this past Saturday with guest instructor Lynne Johanson, we want to hear from YOU!  Feedback, thoughts, interest in having us offer a class like this again, etc.  Please email the club at avonct@snapfitness.com

5.  Our own Snap Avon member Marcia Russo had stocked our bathrooms with some Mary Kay beauty supplies.  She provided some samples as well.  Please be respectful of the samples....I left the club at 10:30pm Friday and when I came back at 7:00am Saturday all the samples of lipstick were GONE.  Sharing is encouraged :)

6. I also stocked the shower rooms with some toiletries in case you ever forget your shampoo, etc..

7. Our lobby area is just about finished with the completion of the wall I made and will be a perfect spot for other upcoming events.  Speaking of -- our Snap Avon member Robert Sherry, EMT, will be hosting an upcoming CPR class which will include how to use the AED device so email me preferred days/times.  This will be a FREE event.

The Wall is Complete!

8. March 10th I will begin hosting clinics every Sunday for those in and around the area competing in upcoming physique based shows.  So just a heads up on this if you are wondering what the heck is going on in front of the mirrors.    

9.  All for now --- as always, please be sure to ALWAYS bring a change of shoes ANDDDDDDD put back the weights and equipment after use!

....And if you haven't done so yet, be sure to "like" us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/snapfitnessavonct

Have a great week everyone!  I'm always listening so don't hesitate to reach out any time :)
Michele Welcome
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Cardio Kickboxing Class! Saturday, February 23!

Sign up today for our guest-instructor led cardio kickboxing class this Saturday at 9 AM!

Saturday, February 23, 2013! 9 AM! Stop by the front desk, call, or email to reserve your spot and get your sweat on!!

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*CLASS CHANGE ANNOUNCEMENT*

Hello Snap Avon,

Due to popular demand, we are changing the class time for the Tuesday/Thursday "Aerobics for Everyone" and "Yoga Stretch" classes.  Beginning NEXT TUESDAY (February 26, 2013),  "Aerobics for Everyone" will be offered at 9am every Tuesday and Thursday.  "Yoga Stretch" will be moved back an hour to 6pm every Tuesday and Thursday.  Please note that class times for THIS WEEK stay the same.

If you aren't on the $15/month unlimited class program, be sure to sign up with Jessica at the front desk or call the club at 860-581-4014.  Drop in fee is only $5 for members and $10 for non-members.

Don't forget to also sign up for the one-time special guest instructed Cardio Kickboxing class this Saturday at 9am!

Have a great week!

Michele Welcome
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