Fitness: join the club But apart from using expensive equipment that few people can afford by themselves, membership in a club gets you access to professional staff. These are people who are there to help you meet goals. In fact they are trained (or should be â€" more on that later) to motivate you, humor you, cajole you, whatever it takes to help you reach your But before you put down your hard earned dollars there are a few things you should know about joining a club. Finding a club that fits your lifestyle and personality is probably the most crucial decision in this whole process. re you looking for a gym or Aclub to pursue your active lifestyle? Many people are these days. It is not mandatory to join a club, in fact if you were to walk 30 minutes a day you would be doing more activity than most You should consider whether you are a fitness class participant or someâ€" one who likes to work out with weights. Some people are both, others are equipâ€" ment fans. They like the latest weight and cardio machines. .There are the squash and racquetball players who However, fitness clubs do offer a unique workout opportunity and it is a great way to meet others with similar interests. I should know, that is where I met my wife. 323â€"9250 622â€"8887 _ 3338100 T31â€"6941 414 Iroquois Shore Premier Health Raal:uet Club memberships are honoured by over 1,500 clubs worldwide. Other discounted memberships are available. Work out Mon., Wed., Fri. or Tues., Thurs., Sat. Card, Cardioâ€"Med. Clinic/Consultation/Security Card and suntanning fees are additional. Facilities and services vary from location to location. Hours 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. First visit incentive only. If you are planningâ€"to enrol in a recreational activity this summer, consider the programs we have to offer... * 3 Levels of Competition â€" House Leagues, Select and Town Rep * Special Development Programs â€" to improve players skills * A Player Rating System â€" for better team balance * Coach and Umpire Clinics â€" taught by qualified instructors * A Secured Batting Cage â€" free team or individual practices * Complete Uniforms â€" Mosquito through Juvenile * A Full and Rewarding Season â€" April to September * Family Rates â€" to encourage participation * ... plus a Separate Softball Program for Girls it‘s a Total Baseball Experience Of equal significance is the club‘s location. It should not be more than 5â€" 10 minutes out of your way. If it is on your route from work to home that is even better. My experience has been that if a club is more than 10 minutes away even the best intentions collapse under the weight of time constraints and conflicting schedules. Going directly to the club after work is much more conducive to a regular fitâ€" ness routine than going after supper. The reason for this is that with a full stomach and its feet up, a human body becomes very difficult to move. Home turns into the Bermuda Triangle because of so many unexplained disapâ€" want the best leagues and the largest pool of potential partners. Every club has its own distinct personality and finding a match to your own is imporâ€" It is wise to visit the club you are interested in during your usual work out time. Look around, are there any lineâ€" , so do not get lost, work out FOR ADDITIONAL INFO â€" 815â€"6622 ups for machines; is the club clean, especially in high traffic areas. Are there signs of regular cleaning (i.e.; no dust balls in the corners), do the members carry towels with them while they work out. Will the club let you exercise once for free to check it out. Talk to the members: would they recommend the club to you, do they have any concemns. The National Fitness Safety Standards Committee has published a health club checklist. You can get one by calling the Safety Resource Centre at 495â€"4025. It contains a wealth of information. The Prepaid Services Act of 1988 prohibits the sale of memberships that cover more than one year, and stipulates that a payment plan must be provided. There are many other aspects of this law that favour purchasers, such as a fiveâ€"day cooling off period, so it is worthwhile to understand it. The feature of any gym that makes it special is its staff. They should be knowledgeable, friendly and profesâ€" sional. There are many certifications that attest to a club or staff member‘s reputation. Organizations like ACE (the When evaluating the cost of a memâ€" bership, make sure you find out how much the initiation fee is (if any), how much the annual fee is, and what it includes. Are there other fees or is the annual fee all inclusive. American Council on Exercise) CAIA (the Canadian Aerobic Instructors REGISTRATION DATES February 19th/94 T.A. BLAKELOCK SECONDARY SCHOOL 9 a.m.4 p.m. It takes years of experience to become a fully capable instructor. Take the instructor‘s class. Does she move smoothly from one move to the next, can the participants follow her. Does she look out for beginners or particiâ€" pants who need extra help. Are her Association), YWCA and OFC (the Ontario Fitness Council) all have certiâ€" fying programs for aerobics instructors. These should be regarded as the miniâ€" mum qualifications necessary because certification does not guarantee a profiâ€" Join us to play the fastest game on two feet. We‘re looking for competitors to play in Oakville from the ages of 4 to 16 years. Paperweight Tyke: Novice: Saturday, February 19, 1994 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Kinoak Arena and River Oaks Arena Saturday, February 26, 1994 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Oakville Arena and Glen Abbey Arena COME JOIN THE FUN AND HELP LACROSSE GROW IN OAKVILLE : 1988â€"1990 (4â€"6 years) 1986â€"1987 1984â€"1985 Oakyville Minor Lacrosse Association 1994 Registrations Sunday, Feb. 27, 1994 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets $5.00 Refreshments Door Prizes With the purchase of a ticket, receive 10% off all regular priced items. Other merchandise 30 to 40% off. CAROLE MURRAY‘S SWIM BOUTIQUE 250 Bronte SL Iillon exercises safe. Finally, were you enterâ€" tained in the class. There are many speâ€" cialties in the fitness industry â€" Step, Slide and Preâ€"Post Nasal, to name just a few. Has the instructor received special training in these areas. Becoming active at a gym can be a daunting experience. However, by askâ€" ing informed questions and choosing carefully you can look forward to enjoying regular workouts. Bob Pawliw is the recreation cocrâ€" dinator at the town‘s River Oaks Recreation Centre in north Oakville. 876â€"9747 1982â€"1983 1980â€"1981 1978â€"1979