In This Issue
Manager’s Message
Tour de Parkpoint!
Masters Swim Updates
Massage, Massage, and More Massage!
Group Exercise Info
Opening to Courage: A yoga workshop for all levels with Nanci Haines
Face Ball Series with Jacque Benton, Certified Body Rolling Instructor
Spring into Action Challenge with Scott Butler
Kids Spin Camp - Ages 8-13
Kids Ballet - Ages 6-8
Trainer Tip
Have you seen the new equipment?
On Track!
Bikini Series with Krista Williams
Kids' Night Out
The Family that Cooks Together...
Member & Staff Superstars
Manager’s Message
It’s hard to believe that we’re already into the third month of the year and that spring is right around the corner. We started off the year with a great start, which can only be attributed to our loyal members and hardworking staff! Not only is the club off to a strong start this year, but we’ve also made some changes and additions based on member feedback that have received an overwhelmingly positive response. If you haven’t noticed them already, here is a summary of some of them so far:
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Tour de Parkpoint
Attention Cyclists!
Join the cycling pros of the NorCal Team for three mellow to intermediate rides from club to club. This is a great opportunity for road cyclists of every level to ride as a group under the direction and encouragement of pro cyclists! There will be two pace groups on each ride to accommodate a variety of riders at all speeds. Complimentary refreshments and 5-minute chair massages will be offered upon arrival at each club.
Don't miss the opportunity to ride with the pros!
The team will offer tips, encouragement and support throughout each ride!
Road biking experience is required
Members: $25/ride or $65 for the series
Nonmembers: $40/ride or $99 for the series
Plus, don't miss out - attend the Skills Clinic on Sunday, March 7th at 3 pm.
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Masters Swim Updates
February 1 – February 28th
We would like to update you on the upcoming schedule for the Masters Swim Classes and inform you of who will be coaching and when!
We are happy to announce that Karen Chequer-Pfeiffer will continue to teach the Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday classes through March! We have had very positive feedback from the class about her coaching and she has equally enjoyed the class since she took over.
Come April, Karen will continue to teach the Monday, Wednesday and Friday morning classes from 6:30am to 7:30am.
Karen and her husband Jeff have been married 25 years and have two children, Erik and Lesley. Besides being a wife and mother, Karen’s swim accomplishments and background are overwhelmingly impressive!
Some of her major accomplishments include being a High School and College All-American swimmer, a Triathlete for 25 years, a 7-time age group National Champion, a 5-time Worlds Top 3 finisher, 12-time All –American, World Champion 2003 Queenstown, New Zealand, 3rd place Word Championships Vancouver, Canada 2008, 1st place age group Alcatraz Triathlon, South Bay Triathlon, Ukiah Triathlon, Harvest Fair 10k. 2009
Karen has been a Swim Coach for 30 years including High School Coaching, Masters Coaching and age group swimmers throughout northern California and Arizona.
“My greatest satisfaction is seeing others pursue and realize their dreams. Set a goal and do the homework to reach it. Thank you for the opportunity to coach the wonderful swimmers at Parkpoint who are willing to get up early every Mon., Wed. and Fri.!”
We are also excited to announce that Dan Greaves, who many of you may know as the Masters Swim Coach from the City of Healdsburg pool and as the Neptunes' Swim Coach, will also become a part of our Masters Swim Coaching team! Dan will coach two new seasonal classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:45am - 12:45pm. These classes will be seasonal and will occur in April and May. These classes will not continue in the summer.
Lorna Hayman, who currently teaches a variety of classes at Parkpoint, will be coaching a weekday evening class. The weekday evening class will be held in lieu of a Sunday class. Day of the week and time TBA.
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Massage, Massage, and More Massage!
We have two new Massage Therapists that we would like to introduce and welcome! Annette Kluse and PJ Savastano both started offering massage at Parkpoint Healdsburg at the beginning of February and have been fantastic additions to our massage staff.
Annette Kluse
Annette is a certified Massage Therapist. She has received training and certifications from Alive & Well, The Shiatsu Institute, and The Chi Nei Tsang Institute. She combines various modalities of Swedish, Sports, Deep Tissue, Reflexology, and Pregnancy massage to suit your needs. Annette’s massages are therapeutic and nurturing. Schedule your massage with Annette today! Annette is available on Tuesdays from3pm to 8pm.
PJ Savastano
PJ has been a massage therapist since 1995. She is a highly skilled therapist trained in Swedish, Deep Tissue, Sports Massage, Trigger Point, Lomi, Stretching and Watsu. She has worked at the Sonoma Mission Inn and Spa as well as providing massage for the Gaige House Inn.
PJ creates a safe and nurturing environment through the quality of her touch and caring presence. Her work is tailored to each individual client and their needs. PJ’s intention is to “ease tension, soothe the soul and bring a warm smile”. PJ is available on Tuesdays from 9:30am to 2:30pm.
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Group Exercise Info:
Opening to Courage: A yoga workshop for all levels with Nanci Haines
Saturday, March 20, 12-2pm, Group Exercise B
Enjoy a newly found freedom in flexibility just by changing your attitude toward your more basic postures, while cultivating courage and facing fears by exploring inversions and backbend postures. Have fun and learn some new moves!
Sign up at the front desk.
Members: $20, Nonmembers: $30
Face Ball Series with Jacque Benton, Certified Body Rolling Instructor
March 9-30, Tuesdays at 11:45am-12:30pm, Group Exercise B
This exciting new workout for the face, neck and skull is not only therapeutic and relaxing but aesthetically effective as well. Consider it fitness for the face – a natural face-lift.
Sign up at the front desk. Space is limited.
Members: $40 for series, $15 drop in, Nonmembers: $60 for series, $20 drop in
Spring into Action Challenge with Scott Butler
Friday, March 19, 5-7pm
Challenge your body with 4 challenges: spinning, muscle, run and cardio kickboxing. Class ends with a 15-minute group stretch. Don’t miss the challenge and the fun!
Sign up at the front desk. Space is limited.
Members: $20, Nonmembers:
Kids Spin Camp – Ages 8-13
Date: TBA, Mondays & Wednesdays, 4:00-4:50pm, Studio Cycling Room and Group Exercise A
Calling all kids between the ages of 8 and 13 for a fun-filled 4-week series of Spin Camp. Class begins in Group Exercise A where the focus will be on strength and conditioning using physioballs, dumbbells, resistance bands and free body exercises. The final 30 minutes of each class will be held in the Studio Cycling Room where the emphasis will be on cardiovascular development. Each student will learn proper form on the bike and the cycling portion will include both an aerobic training component along with interval play for proper sports conditioning.
Sign up at the front desk. Space is limited.
Members: $80, Nonmembers: $100
Kids Ballet – Ages 6-8
Date: TBA, Wednesdays 4:45-5:30pm, Group Exercise A
Join ballet instructor, Gianna Davy, for a 6-week series that will introduce your child to ballet beginning with placement of body and progressing through basic steps, developing movement quality and musicality and preparing the child for the excitement and discipline of the art of Ballet.
Sign up at the front desk.
Members: $60, Nonmembers: $80
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Trainer’s Tip
Dahdri McCormick
It's the New Year and the fitness floor is still rocking! Here are some simple fitness floor etiquette rules that will help us all maintain a standard of care for the fitness floor and everyone will enjoy their workouts more!
Put things back where you found them! Isn't it frustrating to go look for a ball or a mat and somehow it has gravitated across the fitness floor? If you use something at Point A, don't put it back at Point B. Everything has a designated space, so be thoughtful to return things where they belong!
If you wet it, wipe it! Gym wipes and towels are available to wipe down machines/equipment throughout the facility.
Share! Share! Share! Be courteous and share the exercise equipment. Cardio machines have a 30-minute time limit.
Ask the question, "Do you mind if I work in with you?" There is nothing wrong with hopping off the machine you're using and letting someone else go in between your sets. Most everyone is friendly, just like you, and will be more than accommodating.
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Have you seen the new equipment?
We have some exciting new equipment on the fitness floor. The new Precor AMT is an elliptical trainer that operates in three different modes; stepping, elliptical and long strides (to mimic running). There are 2 of these new cardio machines. Please ask a trainer or fitness floor staff to show you how to operate these machines if you are unsure.
Seated Plate-Loaded Calf Raise This is a new seated calf raise - different than the Technogym. You can use weighted plates to increase and decrease the load for the lower leg and it enables greater stretch through the use of your own body weight.
Standing Glute This is an outstanding glute and quad machine that allows you to work each leg independently in an upright position. It is functional, safe and not intimidating.
Chin/Dip/Leg Raise (Roman Chair)
Three body weight exercises in one! Pull-ups, Dips and Abdominal work.
We hope you enjoy these new pieces! You may see some duplicate or older pieces of equipment go away. Please know that we are trying to accommodate room for all the new equipment and we will offer you the newest and safest pieces of equipment available. Again, do not hesitate to ask a fitness staff or personal trainer for any assistance with the new equipment!
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On Track!
Running for Weight Loss Program with Personal Trainer Jen Clouse
Mondays and Tuesdays 11:30-12:30
Calorie burning/weight loss program!
Build lean body mass and boost your metabolism!
Beginning to advanced level runners welcome!
Train for upcoming events:
Members: $25, Nonmembers: $35
Class is on-going through March
Sign up at the front desk!
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Bikini Series with Krista Williams
Get ready for a bikini fit body for Summer 2010!
Come join personal trainer and running/triathlon trainer Krista Williams, for this year's ultimate fitness training program.
Krista's training techniques include her exclusive wet/dry land training. Combined with cardio and circuit training in and out of the water, you will achieve your maximum fitness level.
Beginning in April.
Offered to both Healdsburg and Santa Rosa clubs.
More details coming soon
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Kids’ Night Out
March 19th, 5pm to 8pm
The theme for our March Kids’ Night Out will be St. Patrick’s Day! Have your child wear something green and be ready for an exciting night of leaping leprechauns and a pot of gold full of fun! Activities, games and dinner will be provided. Kids’ Night Out provides an opportunity for kids to socialize in a positive and healthy environment, while giving their parents a night out of their own. We hope to see you there!
Ages 2 – 12yrs old
Members: $20, Guest of Member: $30 per child
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The Family that Cooks Together...
What better way to teach the benefits of healthy eating than by making your kids part of the meal making!
Here are seven fun and nutritional food activities for the whole family:
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Member & Staff Superstars
Dahly McCormick
Dahly is going to Malawi, Africa to build houses for Habitat for Humanity!
Dahly started working in our Childcare department in 2009 and has been a great addition to the staff. As a student at Ursuline High School, Dahly is involved in the Community Based Service Learning (CBSL) program in which she must actively take part in the community through service work over the course of her senior year. For her Senior Service Project this year, she has been working with Habitat for Humanity helping to build homes for low-income families in Healdsburg and Sebastopol. She has been volunteering with Habitat for Humanity of Sonoma County for over three years. In December she applied to Habitat’s Global Village program, which allows volunteers to travel internationally to build homes and was accepted on a trip to Malawi, Africa from April 9th – 22nd. On the trip she will work with a team of individuals from all over the United States and Canada to build in Area 49, a village outside of the capital city of Lilongwe. She is looking forward to exploring a new culture and serving Habitat’s mission of eliminating poverty and homelessness.
Nearly 2 billion people around the world live in slum housing and over 100 million are homeless. Habitat for Humanity helps eliminate poverty by providing simple, decent shelter to those in need.
Bill and Lindy Buchanan, owners of Parkpoint, are long time supporters of Habitat for Humanity and actively participate in the programs and have gone on several Habitat trips to help build houses.
Dahly is fundraising to help pay for her trip to Malawi as well as working hard to fundraise for additional income that will go directly to Habitat for Humanity. If you would like to make a donation to help support Dahly as well as Habitat for Humanity, please contact Heidi Desmond, Club Manager, at heidi@parkpointhealthclub.com or 385-2500.
Thank you for your support and we wish Dahly all the best on her adventure in Malawi!
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Manager’s Message
Tour de Parkpoint!
Masters Swim Updates
Massage, Massage, and More Massage!
Group Exercise Info
Opening to Courage: A yoga workshop for all levels with Nanci Haines
Face Ball Series with Jacque Benton, Certified Body Rolling Instructor
Spring into Action Challenge with Scott Butler
Kids Spin Camp - Ages 8-13
Kids Ballet - Ages 6-8
Trainer Tip
Have you seen the new equipment?
On Track!
Bikini Series with Krista Williams
Kids' Night Out
The Family that Cooks Together...
Member & Staff Superstars
Manager’s MessageIt’s hard to believe that we’re already into the third month of the year and that spring is right around the corner. We started off the year with a great start, which can only be attributed to our loyal members and hardworking staff! Not only is the club off to a strong start this year, but we’ve also made some changes and additions based on member feedback that have received an overwhelmingly positive response. If you haven’t noticed them already, here is a summary of some of them so far:
- New carpet in the women’s locker room
- Two new Cardio Machines on the Fitness Floor
- Three new Strength and Conditioning Machines on the Fitness Floor
- Improved storage and organization in the Group Exercise Equipment Storage Area
- Soon to come – a larger bike rack in a new location!
- Please park in the designated club parking spaces (see map available at the Front Desk) and do not park in the spaces directly in front of the businesses that share our parking lot (the businesses have parking spaces that are designated for their use only).
- Please remember to use your membership cards to help make the check-in process fast and easy. Bringing your membership card will also ensure that your visits will be tracked for our You. Fit. Rewards program.
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Tour de Parkpoint
Attention Cyclists!
Join the cycling pros of the NorCal Team for three mellow to intermediate rides from club to club. This is a great opportunity for road cyclists of every level to ride as a group under the direction and encouragement of pro cyclists! There will be two pace groups on each ride to accommodate a variety of riders at all speeds. Complimentary refreshments and 5-minute chair massages will be offered upon arrival at each club.
Don't miss the opportunity to ride with the pros!
The team will offer tips, encouragement and support throughout each ride!
- Ride 1: Saturday, March 20th
Santa Rosa to Healdsburg - Ride 2: Saturday, April 17th
Santa Rosa to Sonoma - Ride 3: Sunday, May 16th
Sonoma to Healdsburg
Road biking experience is required
Members: $25/ride or $65 for the series
Nonmembers: $40/ride or $99 for the series
Plus, don't miss out - attend the Skills Clinic on Sunday, March 7th at 3 pm.
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Masters Swim Updates
February 1 – February 28th
We would like to update you on the upcoming schedule for the Masters Swim Classes and inform you of who will be coaching and when!
We are happy to announce that Karen Chequer-Pfeiffer will continue to teach the Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday classes through March! We have had very positive feedback from the class about her coaching and she has equally enjoyed the class since she took over.
Come April, Karen will continue to teach the Monday, Wednesday and Friday morning classes from 6:30am to 7:30am.
Karen and her husband Jeff have been married 25 years and have two children, Erik and Lesley. Besides being a wife and mother, Karen’s swim accomplishments and background are overwhelmingly impressive!
Some of her major accomplishments include being a High School and College All-American swimmer, a Triathlete for 25 years, a 7-time age group National Champion, a 5-time Worlds Top 3 finisher, 12-time All –American, World Champion 2003 Queenstown, New Zealand, 3rd place Word Championships Vancouver, Canada 2008, 1st place age group Alcatraz Triathlon, South Bay Triathlon, Ukiah Triathlon, Harvest Fair 10k. 2009
Karen has been a Swim Coach for 30 years including High School Coaching, Masters Coaching and age group swimmers throughout northern California and Arizona.
“My greatest satisfaction is seeing others pursue and realize their dreams. Set a goal and do the homework to reach it. Thank you for the opportunity to coach the wonderful swimmers at Parkpoint who are willing to get up early every Mon., Wed. and Fri.!”
We are also excited to announce that Dan Greaves, who many of you may know as the Masters Swim Coach from the City of Healdsburg pool and as the Neptunes' Swim Coach, will also become a part of our Masters Swim Coaching team! Dan will coach two new seasonal classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:45am - 12:45pm. These classes will be seasonal and will occur in April and May. These classes will not continue in the summer.
Lorna Hayman, who currently teaches a variety of classes at Parkpoint, will be coaching a weekday evening class. The weekday evening class will be held in lieu of a Sunday class. Day of the week and time TBA.
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Massage, Massage, and More Massage!
We have two new Massage Therapists that we would like to introduce and welcome! Annette Kluse and PJ Savastano both started offering massage at Parkpoint Healdsburg at the beginning of February and have been fantastic additions to our massage staff.
Annette Kluse
Annette is a certified Massage Therapist. She has received training and certifications from Alive & Well, The Shiatsu Institute, and The Chi Nei Tsang Institute. She combines various modalities of Swedish, Sports, Deep Tissue, Reflexology, and Pregnancy massage to suit your needs. Annette’s massages are therapeutic and nurturing. Schedule your massage with Annette today! Annette is available on Tuesdays from3pm to 8pm.
PJ Savastano
PJ has been a massage therapist since 1995. She is a highly skilled therapist trained in Swedish, Deep Tissue, Sports Massage, Trigger Point, Lomi, Stretching and Watsu. She has worked at the Sonoma Mission Inn and Spa as well as providing massage for the Gaige House Inn.
PJ creates a safe and nurturing environment through the quality of her touch and caring presence. Her work is tailored to each individual client and their needs. PJ’s intention is to “ease tension, soothe the soul and bring a warm smile”. PJ is available on Tuesdays from 9:30am to 2:30pm.
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Group Exercise Info:
Opening to Courage: A yoga workshop for all levels with Nanci Haines
Saturday, March 20, 12-2pm, Group Exercise B
Enjoy a newly found freedom in flexibility just by changing your attitude toward your more basic postures, while cultivating courage and facing fears by exploring inversions and backbend postures. Have fun and learn some new moves!
Sign up at the front desk.
Members: $20, Nonmembers: $30
Face Ball Series with Jacque Benton, Certified Body Rolling Instructor
March 9-30, Tuesdays at 11:45am-12:30pm, Group Exercise B
This exciting new workout for the face, neck and skull is not only therapeutic and relaxing but aesthetically effective as well. Consider it fitness for the face – a natural face-lift.
Sign up at the front desk. Space is limited.
Members: $40 for series, $15 drop in, Nonmembers: $60 for series, $20 drop in
Spring into Action Challenge with Scott Butler
Friday, March 19, 5-7pm
Challenge your body with 4 challenges: spinning, muscle, run and cardio kickboxing. Class ends with a 15-minute group stretch. Don’t miss the challenge and the fun!
Sign up at the front desk. Space is limited.
Members: $20, Nonmembers:
Kids Spin Camp – Ages 8-13
Date: TBA, Mondays & Wednesdays, 4:00-4:50pm, Studio Cycling Room and Group Exercise A
Calling all kids between the ages of 8 and 13 for a fun-filled 4-week series of Spin Camp. Class begins in Group Exercise A where the focus will be on strength and conditioning using physioballs, dumbbells, resistance bands and free body exercises. The final 30 minutes of each class will be held in the Studio Cycling Room where the emphasis will be on cardiovascular development. Each student will learn proper form on the bike and the cycling portion will include both an aerobic training component along with interval play for proper sports conditioning.
Sign up at the front desk. Space is limited.
Members: $80, Nonmembers: $100
Kids Ballet – Ages 6-8
Date: TBA, Wednesdays 4:45-5:30pm, Group Exercise A
Join ballet instructor, Gianna Davy, for a 6-week series that will introduce your child to ballet beginning with placement of body and progressing through basic steps, developing movement quality and musicality and preparing the child for the excitement and discipline of the art of Ballet.
Sign up at the front desk.
Members: $60, Nonmembers: $80
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Trainer’s Tip Dahdri McCormick
It's the New Year and the fitness floor is still rocking! Here are some simple fitness floor etiquette rules that will help us all maintain a standard of care for the fitness floor and everyone will enjoy their workouts more!
Put things back where you found them! Isn't it frustrating to go look for a ball or a mat and somehow it has gravitated across the fitness floor? If you use something at Point A, don't put it back at Point B. Everything has a designated space, so be thoughtful to return things where they belong!
If you wet it, wipe it! Gym wipes and towels are available to wipe down machines/equipment throughout the facility.
Share! Share! Share! Be courteous and share the exercise equipment. Cardio machines have a 30-minute time limit.
Ask the question, "Do you mind if I work in with you?" There is nothing wrong with hopping off the machine you're using and letting someone else go in between your sets. Most everyone is friendly, just like you, and will be more than accommodating.
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Have you seen the new equipment?
We have some exciting new equipment on the fitness floor. The new Precor AMT is an elliptical trainer that operates in three different modes; stepping, elliptical and long strides (to mimic running). There are 2 of these new cardio machines. Please ask a trainer or fitness floor staff to show you how to operate these machines if you are unsure.
Seated Plate-Loaded Calf Raise This is a new seated calf raise - different than the Technogym. You can use weighted plates to increase and decrease the load for the lower leg and it enables greater stretch through the use of your own body weight.
Standing Glute This is an outstanding glute and quad machine that allows you to work each leg independently in an upright position. It is functional, safe and not intimidating.
Chin/Dip/Leg Raise (Roman Chair)
Three body weight exercises in one! Pull-ups, Dips and Abdominal work.
We hope you enjoy these new pieces! You may see some duplicate or older pieces of equipment go away. Please know that we are trying to accommodate room for all the new equipment and we will offer you the newest and safest pieces of equipment available. Again, do not hesitate to ask a fitness staff or personal trainer for any assistance with the new equipment!
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On Track!
Running for Weight Loss Program with Personal Trainer Jen Clouse
Mondays and Tuesdays 11:30-12:30
Calorie burning/weight loss program!
Build lean body mass and boost your metabolism!
Beginning to advanced level runners welcome!
Train for upcoming events:
- 3/14 Ilsanjo Classic
- 4/18 Athleta Petaluma Footrace
- 4/25 Dr. McDonald “Dust Go”
- 5/2 Jackrabbit Derby
- 5/8 Human Race
- 5/23 Windsor Half Marathon
- 6/13 Fitch Mtn Footrace
Members: $25, Nonmembers: $35
Class is on-going through March
Sign up at the front desk!
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Bikini Series with Krista Williams
Get ready for a bikini fit body for Summer 2010!
Come join personal trainer and running/triathlon trainer Krista Williams, for this year's ultimate fitness training program.
Krista's training techniques include her exclusive wet/dry land training. Combined with cardio and circuit training in and out of the water, you will achieve your maximum fitness level.
Beginning in April.
Offered to both Healdsburg and Santa Rosa clubs.
More details coming soon
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Kids’ Night Out
March 19th, 5pm to 8pm
The theme for our March Kids’ Night Out will be St. Patrick’s Day! Have your child wear something green and be ready for an exciting night of leaping leprechauns and a pot of gold full of fun! Activities, games and dinner will be provided. Kids’ Night Out provides an opportunity for kids to socialize in a positive and healthy environment, while giving their parents a night out of their own. We hope to see you there!
Ages 2 – 12yrs old
Members: $20, Guest of Member: $30 per child
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The Family that Cooks Together...
What better way to teach the benefits of healthy eating than by making your kids part of the meal making!
Here are seven fun and nutritional food activities for the whole family:
- Post a pyramid. Post a copy of the Food Guide Pyramid on your refrigerator, and invite kids to help plan family meals that include the recommended servings from each of the food groups. This way they'll learn how to make sound nutritional choices and eat a balanced diet.
- Encourage kids to participate. Every recipe has some type of valuable task a child can do, even if it's simply rinsing lettuce or cracking an egg. Let children do real work like scraping carrots, measuring ingredients, or whatever jobs they can perform safely at their age. Giving children a task shows them that food preparation is important. In addition, those who may be reluctant to eat vegetables or other foods might be less squeamish if they've had a hand in preparing them.
- Have a cultural food night. Together with your kids, plan and make a meal from another country, such as Mexico, Italy, or Japan. Bring out a globe or look at a picture of the country and its people, and discuss how the geography and climate determine the types of food people eat and the ingredients they use.
- Talk and read! Toddlers can learn simply by watching and listening. Give them measuring spoons or some plastic utensils to play with while you talk to them about what you're doing. Ask school-age kids to read a simple recipe out loud. This way, everyone knows what the recipe requires, and kids can practice their reading skills. After your child reads through the recipe, decide which tasks each child (and adult) will perform.
- Divide or double recipes. When you cut a recipe in half or double it, you use essential math skills, such as division and multiplication. Pick simple recipes that are easy to halve or double, like soups and sauces. (Avoid baked goods like cookies and cakes, since they often don't turn out well when ingredients are altered.)
- Shop with kids. Instead of simply dragging children along to the market, involve them in the shopping process. Ask children to weigh produce, so they can learn about weights and measures. Let kids practice math skills by counting out the money at the register. When kids help pick out foods to cook, they tend to eat them more readily. Let them choose a new healthy food to try each week, such as a fruit, vegetable, cheese, or bread (not a new cookie or candy!).
- Be inventive. Think of creative ways to use your kitchen as a classroom. For instance, play the spice cabinet ABCs (A is for allspice, B is for basil, C is for curry, etc.). Explain how to set the table using a clock drawn on a paper plate (glasses go at the 2:00 position, forks are placed at 9:00, and so on). In one family I know, parents pick the main course and offer their kids a menu of side dishes (usually leftovers). The kids order from the menu and pay for the meal with play money. Not only do the kids think this is oodles of fun, but they also eagerly eat their meal while their parents find a welcome audience for leftovers!
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Member & Staff Superstars
Dahly McCormick
Dahly is going to Malawi, Africa to build houses for Habitat for Humanity!
Dahly started working in our Childcare department in 2009 and has been a great addition to the staff. As a student at Ursuline High School, Dahly is involved in the Community Based Service Learning (CBSL) program in which she must actively take part in the community through service work over the course of her senior year. For her Senior Service Project this year, she has been working with Habitat for Humanity helping to build homes for low-income families in Healdsburg and Sebastopol. She has been volunteering with Habitat for Humanity of Sonoma County for over three years. In December she applied to Habitat’s Global Village program, which allows volunteers to travel internationally to build homes and was accepted on a trip to Malawi, Africa from April 9th – 22nd. On the trip she will work with a team of individuals from all over the United States and Canada to build in Area 49, a village outside of the capital city of Lilongwe. She is looking forward to exploring a new culture and serving Habitat’s mission of eliminating poverty and homelessness.
Nearly 2 billion people around the world live in slum housing and over 100 million are homeless. Habitat for Humanity helps eliminate poverty by providing simple, decent shelter to those in need.
Bill and Lindy Buchanan, owners of Parkpoint, are long time supporters of Habitat for Humanity and actively participate in the programs and have gone on several Habitat trips to help build houses.
Dahly is fundraising to help pay for her trip to Malawi as well as working hard to fundraise for additional income that will go directly to Habitat for Humanity. If you would like to make a donation to help support Dahly as well as Habitat for Humanity, please contact Heidi Desmond, Club Manager, at heidi@parkpointhealthclub.com or 385-2500.
Thank you for your support and we wish Dahly all the best on her adventure in Malawi!
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