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In my last letter, I talked about "staying motivated." It was hard to do in the spring, and now, with summer fast approaching, it gets even harder.
You might want to take advantage of a Group Exercise Class. Maybe a class that you never thought of taking before. I remember when I first tried Zumba, I would listen to the music and hear other people talking about the class, and it sounded like so much fun. Then I remembered that I was the most uncoordinated person in the world. I didn't want to embarrass myself because I was so sure everyone would be watching me because I was the "boss." How wrong I was. No one even cared what I was doing. Everyone in the class did their best to follow our instructor Jennifer and it didn't matter if I was off a few steps. We were all having fun. Now, I have come to the conclusion that Zumba isn't for me, but I did have success in Jenise's Resistance Band Class and Linda's Muscle Works class.
Bottom line, I needed to try something new. Walking on the treadmill just wasn't "motivating me" anymore.
Here at the Grayslake YMCA we will do our best to help keep you motivated! Recently, we distributed surveys and questionnaires regarding, "what do you like about the Grayslake YMCA?" One sentiment that was repeated over and over again was, "We loved the staff!" In recent newsletters we've done our best to highlight the staff that many of you see on a daily basis. But as I reviewed the list, I realized I hadn't "highlighted" a staff member who has been a part of the Grayslake YMCA for over eight years -Annette Tarchala, our Membership Coordinator. So this is the issue that you'll have the opportunity to read about one
of our most popular staff members in our Staff Spotlight.
You also commented that you wanted ALL the Group Exercises classes to be free. Well, WE HEARD YOU AND WE ARE LISTENING! Effective June 13, with the Summer Session, all Group Exercise Classes will be included in your membership. That means you can participate in Zumba, Tai Chi, Kickboxing and many of your all time favorites FREE OF CHARGE. So this summer, there is no reason for you not to stay motivated and keep your fitness goals. We offer free group exercises classes, qualified and friendly staff, ACTIVTRAX virtual training system, safe and secure 'Mazing Kids Center, member appreciation days, monthly member "fun" activities and last but not least. If you weren't here, we would notice and we would miss seeing you!
Thank you for your continued support, and as always, wishing you and your family the best of health.
Angie Flesch
Operations Director
