| GMCF NEWSLETTER | OCTOBER 2026 |
 PowerMeet 2026 ©Tawnya Kristen |
| A NOTE FROM CADY |
There’s a certain kind of vibe that comes with October in Vermont. The air gets crisp, the leaves put on their annual show (which is amazingly gorgeous this year), and suddenly it feels pretty good to head inside and get moving. And inside GMCF, the energy is pretty great right now. We wrapped up September with an incredible Powerlifting Meet that reminded me just how strong this community is, literally and figuratively. And that energy has carried right into October. Our adaptive programming is growing, with adaptive swim lessons, Pickleball, and strength training all happening at GMCF. Our Physical Therapy department just keeps getting better, too, and we’re excited to now accept more major insurance plans (BCBS, MVP, Cigna, Medicare). And our Pickleball community has a new app to use to connect with other players in PB360 (which integrates with your existing GMCF account and more features on the way). I’d say the energy is snowballing…but it’s October in Vermont, and I refuse to summon that just yet. So for now, we’ll just say it’s building. Check it out! |
| / ANNOUNCEMENTS / |
| We’re Hiring! Operations Team positions available “O-Team” employees are organized, friendly, motivating and team-oriented. They are happy to help members have consistently successful workout experiences by greeting them and addressing their needs with the utmost professionalism, kindness and care. Are you or someone you know the right candidate? We prefer applicants who are 18+ years old and have consistent availability, including throughout the school year. Read more and apply at the link!  LEARN MORE |
| / EVENTS / |
 PURCHASE TICKETSHelp Float Our Boat Launch PartySaturday, November 21st, 7-11 pmTickets are live! Grab your Passports for the Atlantic Experience event at GMCF on November 21st, complete with a screening of A Most Beautiful Thing, Q&A with Cady, giveaways, a silent auction, and the All Night ROWdown, an all-night rowing competition to raise money for Team Rising Tide. Passport (single admission): $30Dual Passport (double admission): $50 (Save $10!)Kids’ Passport (6-13Y): $10Kids 5 and under: FREE All proceeds (minus fees) benefit Team Rising Tide, and then upon completion of their voyage, will be distributed among the causes they support. Don’t miss this incredible night of adventure, fun & momentum to launch Cady toward her goal! |
 CONTACT USShowcase Your Stuff at our Silent Auction!Call for items/services/experiencesOur community is the backbone of GMCF and we’d love to showcase your wares in our upcoming silent auction and raffle. We will be featuring the silent auction in the GMCF lobby in the week leading up to the Help Float Our Boat Launch Party to benefit Team Rising Tide. We’re looking to keep it local—you’re the ones who show up and it’s a way we can make sure that we spread the word about your products, services, and other impacts in our community. Have something you’d like to donate? Contact us & let’s talk! |
 REGISTER NOWAll Night ROWdownSaturday, Nov 21st – Sunday, Nov 22ndThe All Night ROWdown is a 12-hour team rowing and fundraising competition at GMCF from 8 pm-8 am November 21-22 as part of the Help Float Our Boat Launch Party to support Cady and Team Rising Tide. Grab three teammates—your crew gets two Concept2 RowErgs and 12 hours to accumulate as many meters as possible. How you divide the work, rotate your rowers, manage your rest, and survive 3 AM is entirely up to you. Click the button to read all the competition info and register to be a part of one of the most intense comps we’ve ever put on! |
| / AQUATICS / |
| American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Hybrid training course starts October 27th DEADLINE APPROACHING! There are still some spots left for the fall session—register by 10/12 to get certified for next summer (or for any winter lifeguard positions!). Certified instructorKae Zaino will provide an enjoyable hybrid course (online & in-person) experience filled with everything you need to know to become an American Red Cross Lifeguard. For ages 15+—perfect for any aspiring pool guards. Dates: October 27, November 2-6, 9-13, 2026 Cost: From $200 (varies depending certification type)  LEARN MORE |
| GMCF SwimClub 2026-2027 Session starts November 2nd DEADLINE APPROACHING! Sign up by 10/12 for the upcoming winter session. GMCF SwimClub is a swim team for the joy of it! A training program for swimmers between the ages of 13-18, SwimClub has a focus on building swim-specific strength alongside technique, endurance and speed in the water. 3x/week sessions are divided between the pool (2) and the fitness floor (1). Dates: November 2 – February 19, 2027 Schedule: Mondays 5:30-6:30 PM (gym), Wednesdays 5:30-6:30 PM (pool), Fridays 5:00-6:00 PM (pool) Cost: $657; includes swim cap & club t-shirt  LEARN MORE |
| / SERIES / |
 REGISTER NOWPencils & Pathways3-week series starts October 14th Drawing is a gateway to open your vision, slow down, and get present in nature. In this 4-part series, you will step into nature and hike around the GMCF outdoor campus. We will observe plants, paths, trees, fields, and forest. For adults; no experience needed. Hike Level: Easy – Flat trail and some simple grades Schedule: Wednesdays, 12:30-1:45 Dates: October 14 – November 4, 2026 Cost: $57 (members) / $69 (non-members) |
| / PICKLEBALL / |
| PickleSTRONGER12-week series starts October 16th Take your game to the next level! PickleSTRONGER is a strength and agility series is designed specifically for Pickleball players who want to move better, react faster, and play stronger. Build strength where it matters most, enhance endurance for long rallies, and develop coordination for the quick, controlled movements needed to outplay your opponents. Boost your speed, stability, and performance so you can stay powerful, quick, and injury-free every match. Dates: October 16 – January 15, 2027Schedule: Fridays, 10:30 AM – 12 PMCost: $167  REGISTER NOW |
| Pickleball Mash-up October 31st – November 1st, 8 am-8 pm Join GMCF’s annual Pickleball Mash-Up Tournament for a frighteningly good time in the kitchen! Register yourself as an individual player and let the tournament structure be your guide. You are guaranteed (6) games to 11 (with a 12-min time cap), and most players will get (9) or more game! Saturday, 10/31: Individual Doubles 2.5 to 4.0 w/start time dependent upon seedingSunday, 11/1: Individual Doubles 4.0+ w/start time dependent upon seeding Cost: $40  REGISTER NOW |
Adaptive Pickleball Series Supportive instruction & gameplay designed to make the game accessible to people with disabilities.New series starts 10/28; prorated pricing availableLEARN MOREIntroducing PB360  Goodbye, Player Lineup; hello, PB360. This new app platform will replace Player Lineup to facilitate connecting w/other players.Read more about the switch and get set up so you’re ready for the upcoming season!LEARN MORE |
| / CAMPS / |
 REGISTER NOWGMCF Kids Winter CampRegistration now open for Winter 2027GMCF Kids Winter camp is back! It’s the perfect place for kids to stay active, make new friends, and burn off some of that wintertime energy while having an absolute blast. Bring your kids aged 5-11 to Green Mountain Community Fitness for an adventure-filled Winter Break with five themed days of exciting, screen-free activities! Dates: Monday, February 22 – Friday, February 26, 2027Schedule: Full days, 8 am–3:30 pmCost: $325 (members) / $375 (non-members)Returning campers enjoy an extra discount: $310 |
| / CLASSES / |
| Studio Class UpdatesMonday: GroundWork is back! 5:00-6:15 PM with Cady 26&2 75 mins will be offered at 7:00 PM with Geraldine Tuesday: 26&2 will be offered 4:15-5:15 PM (not 5-6) with Allie FlowBurn will be offered 5:30-6:30 PM with Cassandra Wednesday: 26&2 will be offered 4:15-5:15 with Allie FlowBurn will be offered at 5:30-6:30 PM with Christine Friday: FlowBurn will be offered at 4:00-5:00 PM with Christine Saturday: 26&2 75 mins will be offered at 9:00 AM with Geraldine We’re excited to welcome new instructor Christine to GMCF—She is a Yoga Alliance Certified RYT-500 Hour Yoga Teacher with over 1000 hours of specialized training in numerous yoga disciplines. She is an internationally certified Yoga Therapist and Certified Rewilding Guide. Classes are accessible via Summit memberships, as an add-on to Base memberships, via 5- or 10-class Punch Cards, or individual class drop-in. Hope to see you soon!  SEE ALL CLASSES |
| / COMMUNITY CORNER / |
All Hallow’s WOD Join us our annual All Hallow’s WOD for a little workout we like to call “Pumpkin Spice Everything.” Anticipate working up a sweat on the fitness floor with others who enjoy a Halloween-themed good time! Costumes are absolutely encouraged! Date: Friday, October 30, 2026, 5 pm Spotlight: Kelly’s Story This month, we’re shining a light on GMCF member/athlete Kelly Sewell, who sought out GMCF Physical Therapy in the spring of 2024 because her back pain prevented her from bending over and climbing stairs. She was one of many first-timers to compete in our inaugural PowerMeet! Read her full story on the blog:READ THE BLOGPowerMeet 2026 Recap Our inaugural PowerMeet last month was a rousing success! Out of 22 competitors, 18 were competing for the very first time! Fun was had and many records were crushed. Thanks to everyone who came and gave it their all. Read the stories, see the photos, and savor the results:SEE THE PHOTOS |
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