GMCF Monthly Newsletter · September 2024
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Stay Informed, Stay Connected, Stay Active
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Labor Day: GMCF is Closed… with one exception.
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On Monday, September 2, from 9am – 10am, Coach Justin will lead a group workout for members and their guests who are itching to move on Monday morning. The workout is done with a partner and mainly outside. While the rest of the gym will be closed down all day, we are happy to offer this window of movement for anyone who would like to join.
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The Earth Studio is now available outside of classes.
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GMCF members are now able to enjoy the beauty and space of the Earth Studio even during the times when studio classes are not in session. This shared area is perfect for those looking to dive deeper into their mobility practice or explore new movement skills. Please bring your headphones to use while in there and return any equipment to it’s proper place after your done. We aim to offer a welcoming and tidy environment for everyone!
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Stay tuned for Fall Group Fitness Schedule updates.
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Please keep an eye out for some new classes and new instructors coming on board over the next few weeks. The temps seem to be changing ever so slightly and we are prepared to keep you moving. Our coaches and instructors are excited to be rolling into a great season of full classes!
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Upcoming Events & Programs
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Beginner Pickleball Clinic
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Saturday, September 7 3pm-5pm
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Join Coach Nick for an introduction to the great sport of Pickleball! This 2 hour session will take you through the basic techniques of ball contact, movement, serving, game play and scoring. If you’ve never played the game, or have tried it and are intrigued, this clinic is a terrific way to prepare yourself for the upcoming indoor season at GMCF or elsewhere. If you are interested you can call or stop by the GMCF front desk and register for the 2 Hour Beginner Clinic!
The cost is $30.
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Pickleball Series [Beg/Int]
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starting Saturday, September 14 12:30pm
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This six week series is for players fairly new to the game and self-taught players who want to start out on the right foot with good quality instruction. If you have attended a beginner clinic and were able to gain proficiency with the skills and understand the basics of scoring and rotation this is a perfect fit for you. Or if you have played a few times, had fun and want to learn more about technique and game play you will also find success with this series.
Classes meet for 90 minutes of instruction each week and end with an additional 30 minutes of open play. Join Coach Sara to start your journey! Registration happens by stopping by or calling our front desk and letting us know you are interested in the 6 Week Pickleball Series.
Cost is $97 for GMCF Members and $157 for non-Members.
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starting Tuesday, September 17 5pm-6pm
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Registration is open!
Tuesdays/Thursdays 5pm-6pm (9/17-10/17)
GMCF’s KidSWIM Club is a great non-competitive program to help your young swimmer gear up for a swim team, or just to make them the strongest swimmers they can be.
KidSWIMmers will gain the skills, knowledge and confidence to apply what they have learned in swim lessons in a more formal setting. They will learn persistence, self-discipline, and how to be a team player – all while having fun swimming with their friends!
KidSWIM is for swimmers 12 and under who are able to repeatedly swim 25 yards without stopping. Those who have passed American Red Cross Learn to Swim Level 4 are well suited for KidSWIM!
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Sat/Sun, September 28-29 All Day
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Get your team registered for a fun-filled weekend at the 12th annual Vermonster Challenge! Taking place on September 28th and 29th, this years competition promises to be better than ever. Teams of four will come together to showcase their strength, skills and camaraderie as they tackle a series of challenging workouts.
This is a two-day competition for Open competitors, and a one-day event for Rec and Masters divisions, ensuring that athletes of all levels can participate. The Vermonster Challenge is not just a test of physical fitness: its a celebration of community, teamwork, and the spirit of CrossFit.
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Nutrition Education Foundation Series
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first session Sunday, October 20 3pm-6pm
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Calling all wellness enthusiasts and professionals in the fitness industry! We all acknowledge the supporting role nutrition has in our field and how important it can be to stay current with the latest information. We are very honored to host Britt Richardson; a fellow GMCF member, Registered Dietitian and owner of A Full Bite Nutrition. Britt will be leading a 6-part, in-person course tailored to address key concerns and equip you with the latest nutrition insights.
Series Details: October 20th, November 3rd and November 17th 3pm – 6pm at GMCF
*Course offers credits through NASM and AFAA
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We are looking for additional team members! If you are passionate about health and fitness and looking for an opportunity to make a difference we want to hear from you.
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We are currently seeking enthusiastic individuals to teach swim lessons as well as certified yoga instructors who feel comfortable teaching in both the heated and unheated spaces. Our community loves the 26&2 series and we are hoping to find a few more instructors to deliver that series on a more regular basis as we head into the winter months. Additionally, we are looking for dedicated team members to join our operations team to help keep our community running smoothly.
If you, or someone you know is interested in joining our amazing team, please reach out to [email protected]. Together, let’s inspire and empower our community to achieve their fitness goals!
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A HUGE Thank You for all the support!
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Thank you to every GMCF Staff and Community member who showed patience and kindness, flexibility and understanding as we met this renovation challenge head on. It feels like a great success for 2024.
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Be a force of Nature! Join the Body Liberation Hiking Club
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Body Liberation Hiking Club aims to provide a safe space for ALL bodies to enjoy the outdoors.
This is a space free of diet and weight loss culture for folks of all genders who struggle—or have struggled—with giving themselves permission to enjoy nature and outdoor movement. Body Liberation Outdoor Club (BLOC) is blazing past the gatekeepers of the outdoor industry who, for so long, have shunned body diversity and visibility during recreation. We choose to view such activities as pure enjoyment, free of competition or comparison. The BLOC community reveres those who live in marginalized bodies and empowers them to affirm the value they possess as their unique selves.
Join the mailing list: Sign up here.
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Our mailing address is: Green Mountain Community Fitness 652 Granger Road, Suite 1 Barre, VT 05641-5536
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