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Longfellow Life
Our Monthly Newsletter
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| Dear Members and Friends, | |
What a winter this has been! But since the Ground Hog didn't see his shadow, we know that spring is just around the corner! Many of our members have thanked us for being open for business every day during every single snow storm. As we approach Valentines Day it's a perfect time to express our love and appreciation to the Longfellow staff and our business partners for helping us stay open during the never-ending snow storms. It was the pluck and valor of these folks that enabled Longfellow to be fully operational so our members could enjoy a great workout. Much gratitude to:
Longfellow provides the best facilities and programs to our members every day because of the dedication and skills of the best health and tennis club staff in the world! THANK YOU!
Happy Valentines Day,
Laury Hammel |
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Longfellow on FaceBook! | |
Check Out Longfellow's Facebook Page by LIKING Us!
 The Longfellow Facebook page is rapidly gaining interest as more and more people "like" it. You can find us on Facebook under "The Longfellow Clubs - Wayland
and Natick." Liking the Longfellow page means you'll have access to an excellent resource to support your health and fitness goals. Every day we post interesting and fun information that you'll find valuable for your quality of life, and you'll score a few good deals and have some fun while you're at it!
To help motivate you to 'like' us, we'll give two free guest passes to the first 50 people who 'like' Longfellow and post on our page the "#1 Reason that I like Longfellow." Don't miss out on the fun and the inspiration - like Longfellow's Facebook page and feel free to ask some questions and chime with your own cool and interesting posts!
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Free Reformer Classes at Lumina during February! | |
 Pilates can be a valuable addition to anyone's regular workouts. Did you know that we have a beautiful Pilates studio at Lumina? The Studio houses large equipment which is useful in working the total body, core and extremities. This equipment is best used to compliment regular mat exercise, or for those people who are working toward attending a mat exercise class.
In the studio, the equipment includes: a Cadillac, Stability Chair, Ladder Barrel and five Reformers. This large equipment was originally developed by Joseph Pilates in the early 1900s to use while working to develop the core and strengthen the human mind and body. Most of the equipment uses springs for resistance training. As you use the equipment, there is "progressive resistance," or increased resistance as the springs are stretched.
The most widely used piece of equipment is the Reformer. At Lumina, there are five reformers for use with a trainer. Through a series of exercises, students develop strength in the core, stability in the shoulder and pelvic areas, balance, coordination and increased mind-body awareness. Reformer exercises can be modified to accommodate a large range of students, from those rehabbing from injuries and operations, to athletes and people of all ages.
Many celebrities and athletes are incorporating Pilates into their regimen, including: Jennifer Aniston, Tiger Woods, Martina Navratilova, Kristi Yamaguchi, the Orlando Magic and the San Francisco 49ers. You can too!
This February, we are offering FREE half hour reformer classes to anyone interested in trying! Please call Lumina, 508-358-6022 and sign up for your time. You will start to notice a change in your body soon!
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Group Exercise | |
FEBRUARY IS HEART MONTH
From February 1st through the 28th, Longfellow members mayp articipate in a heart-health game. It includes 30 minutes of cardiovascular exercise and eating a heart smart food every day of the month. DO something SMART for your HEART!
ALSO, some members have NOT picked up their prize from the Holiday Pyramid Challenge Game. Please see Teresa for your prize.
SPECIALTY CLASSES at LUMINA
- Feb. 4th -Friday Night from 6-7pm with Lynda Thayer - AEROBIC MEDIATION
- Feb. 11th - Friday from 6-7:30pm with Janine Agoglia - HEART OPENING
*You MUST Sign-up for these at LUMINA. |
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Fitness | |
Study Finds Adolescent Girl Athletes at Risk for ACL Injuries
A study found that adolescent girl athletes are eight times more likely to injure the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) of the knee than their male counterparts.
- Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital of New York-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center Published in the American Journal of Sports Medicine, 9/7/2001.
The study gives two primary reasons for the susceptibility to ACL injuries amongst girls. First, adolescent girls tend to develop increased quadricep strength, while not concomitantly increasing hamstring strength. This muscular imbalance leads to undue stress of the ACL. Second, girls become skeletally mature earlier during puberty, and they tend to perform their sports activities in a more upright position that adds stress to the ACL.
Tips on how to prevent ACL injuries, include making girls aware of their upright position during activities like landing from a jump and training them to assume a more flexed stance. Also to strengthen hamstring, hip, and core musculature.
More than 350,000 ACL injuries occur each year in the United States. Research shows that female athletes are up to 8 times more likely to have an injury than male athletes.
"ACL injuries in girls occur more in cutting and pivoting sports, such as basketball, soccer, skiing and volleyball, due to jump-land action." Dr.Charles Peterson II, Team Physician for Mercer Island High School Sports.
About 70% of ACL injuries occur from non-contact injuries. Studies have shown that ACL injuries could be reduced by up to 88% with proper training. Strength training is the best way to prepare for the sporting season and prevent injury.
The fitness staff at Longfellow is available to help design the strength training program for injury prevention that is right for you or your children. Prevention is the best form of treatment, so don't wait until it's too late. Make sure your children are strong and prepared for their upcoming sports season! Please contact your friendly fitness department staff to set up an appointment for personal training. |
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Tennis News |
Vacation Fun for Longfellow Junior Tennis Players
Here is the schedule for February school vacation for kids! If you have a friend who wants to come, please bring them. Sign up daily or for the whole week.
Monday, February 21st - Friday, February 25th
- Zip Zone Vacation Camp
9:00-1:00 pm - $55/day or $250/week Ages 4-8
- Zip Zone Competitive Practice 1:30-2:30 pm - $12/day Ages: 6-8
- 10 & Under Team Practice/Match Play 10:00-11:30 am $25/day or $110/week
- 12 & Under Team Practice/Match Play 11:30-1:00 pm $25/day or $110/week
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14 & Under/Pre-HS/HS Match Play 1:00-3:00 pm $40/day or $180/week
- TTP Match Play - (Older Group) 1:00 - 3:00 $40/day or $180/week
- TTP Match Play - (Younger Group) 3:00 - 5:00 pm $40/day or $180/week
Vacation Fun for Longfellow Adult Tennis Players Too! We have some great adult programs over February school break on "How to Construct a Point". All of the drills for singles and doubles will help you learn how to play more effectively and put points and patterns together versus just hitting the ball.
 Hammel Tennis Camp Registration is Now Open!Even though we have tons of snow on the ground, it is not too early to sign up for Hammel Tennis Camp for the summer. Sign up early and save! Join us for our 38th year of fun and learning! Applications are available online at longfellowclubs.com or ask for one at the front desk. For any questions, please contact Phil Parrish, our Camp Director, at hammeltenniscamp@hotmail.com
Fun for Adults at the Zip Zone! Not only does Longfellow introduce tennis to hundreds of juniors, but we are also a leader in getting adults to play! If you are interested in learning how to play tennis or getting back into tennis, we would love for you to join us! We have classes during the day, evening and weekends to get you started. For more information, please contact Lorie Gochenour in the tennis office or at lorie@longfellowclubs.com.
Future College Tennis Sensations We congratulate the following juniors on their college commitments:
- Josh Suneby - Connecticut College,
- Emily Baker - Ithaca College,
- Tyler Epstein - Tufts University
Congratulations to these juniors as they move on to continue their tennis career at college! |
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Longfellow's Laury Hammel is Ranked #1
in New England Singles and Doubles
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New England's #1 Ranked Doubles team above -
George Deptula and Laury Hammel
(with Hammel Camp T-shirt) -
at the finals of the New England Grass Courts Championships with John Mayotte and Bill Drake
after a close three-set match. |
The USTA New England final rankings for 2010 were announced in February and Longfellow President and Founder, Laury Hammel, was ranked #1 in the Men's 60 Singles, and in the Men's 60 Doubles with his partner George Deptula. This was the fourth year in a row and the sixth time in the past eight years that Laury was ranked #1 in New England in singles in his age division. This brings his total number to ten #1 New England rankings in a combination of singles, doubles, and mixed doubles. Laury was also ranked #14 in 2010 in the nation in the Men's 60 singles.
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Junior Tennis Results |
- Nashua Boys 16 Level 6 Doubles Finalist Team - Ivan Bunin/Ezra Frankel
- Nashua Boys 18 Level 6 Doubles Winners - Cam Ferguson
- Nashua Girls 16 Level 6 Doubles Winner - Kaila Nelson
- Nashua Girls 18 Level 6 Doubles Winner - Elizabeth Erbafina
- Rocky Hill Girls 12 Level 5 Doubles Winner - Ceci Lesnick
- Cedardale Boy14 Level 6 Champion - Ethan Chen
- Manchester Girls 18 Level 6 Semifinalist - Marie Fleming
- Rhode Island Boys 14 Level 6 Semifinalist - Eliot Rosovsky
- Kingsbury Boys 18 Level 5 Finalist - Will Spector
- Nashua Boys 16 Level 7 Finalist - Sam Sugg
- Nashua Girls 18 Level 7 Finalist - Alex Criss, Semifinalist - Charlotte Marcoux
Congratulations, everyone, on all your hard work and great results! |
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Come Join Our Masters Swim Classes at Longfellow | |
- Are you looking to round out your pool workouts?
- Have you always wanted to improve your swim technique, become more comfortable breathing & swim a few laps without stopping?
- Are you a competitive triathlete or swimmer?
If you said yes to any of the above, Master's Swim Classes could be the answer for you. Join veteran swim coach Joan Kelly every Wednesday, Thursday or Sunday morning. You can also join Stacey Koekkoek or Jane Polley (Train For The Tri) on Thursdays at 9am. This class includes a combination of water running and swimming. If you just want a little swimming, drop in on Sat. morning. Jane will give you a few swimming tips and a mini-workout at the end of the 7:45 water class. |
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Kids Fitness Programs at Longfellow | |
Kids Yoga
Kids Yoga is happening at Lumina on Wednesdays 4:15-5pm for 10-14 years old; and 5-5:45pm for 6-9 years old. A new session is starting March 2, so call Lumina for more info & to sign up at 508-358-6022.
Middle School Program
We're looking for middle school kids who want to workout and learn about cardiovascular exercise
and strength training appropriate for their age group. Keep your kids active! Classes are Mondays at 4:30-5:30pm. Call Teresa at 508-358-7355 x317 for more info. Next session starts Feb. 28, and continues through April 11. Minimum is 3 students. Sign up at the Longfellow front desk.
Kids Basketball
Last session for kids basketball starts March 2, and continues through April 14. Classes are offered Wednesdays from 4:15-5pm for ages 4 & 5; and Thursdays from 4-5pm for ages 6-8. Sign up at the Longfellow front desk.
Trifecta Class for Ages 8 - 11
This class meets Tuesdays from 4-5:25pm, starting March 22, and continues through April 12. This class consists of 30 minutes of Tennis at the Zip Zone, 30 minutes of Basketball, & 25 minutes of swimming. Must have a bathing suit, towel & water bottle. Minimum of 4 students needed to run the class. Sign up at the Longfellow front desk.
HS Boys Winter Conditioning
Due to the SNOW DAYS: Teresa will hold HS Boys Conditioning during February school vacation.
- Feb. 22 -Tuesday 4:30-6pm,
- Feb. 23 - Wednesday 2:30-4pm
- Feb. 19 - Saturday 12-1:30pm.
Cost is $13 per class. Regular classes continue March 1 - March 16. Contact Teresa for more info at X317. |
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February Aquatics Programs |
Session two at The Aquatics Academy is well under way but there is still time to join many of our classes. Get a jump start on summer swimming. Our WSI certified swim instructors work with all ages and abilities. Our pre-school program is specifically designed for kindergarten and younger children to get them water safe and to begin swimming independently. We will have an intensive six week session starting in April as well.
Don't forget February is Heart Health Month! We offer American Heart CPR & AED classes to both members and non members. Learn to save a life!
We have Lifeguard, WSI and Lifeguard re-certification classes being offered during February and April vacation as well as other convenient times. prepare for your summer job now.
We are gearing up for summer even though the ground is still covered in snow. We will be offering swim lessons for our members and our swim team will be back with the same terrific coaches! Brochures and sign-ups will be available soon.
Take advantage of any of our offerings or just come hang out at our 84 degree pool and 104 degree hot tub. See you at the pool!
We also always offer private swim lessons for adults and children to fit your busy schedule. Call Cordelia at 508-358-7355 x 238 or e-mail longfellowswim@gmail.com for more information on any of our programs. |
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Kids Build Strong and Healthy Hearts at Longfellow! | |
At the Longfellow Children's Center, our children are having a great time keeping active and healthy during February Heart Health Month. As they learn lifelong skills to stay healthy, they enjoy the use of our two indoor gyms so the action never stops no matter the weather. Of course, the children love the snow and are undaunted by the massive piles of white stuff outside. We get outdoors as often as possible to enjoy the pleasures of winter that many of us have forgotten in the drudgery of yet another foot to shovel
Speaking of winter, February break is fast approaching - are your kids signed up for our fabulous 4 day Winter Vacation Camp? We have lots of fun indoor and outdoor activities planned including swimming lessons, basketball, sports and games and wonderful art projects, as well as our healthy, kid-friendly lunch buffet and snacks daily. Beat the winter blues! Sign up children ages 12 months to 12 years today for any number of days.
Our Summer Camp registration is also in full swing. We offer a general camp program with swimming lessons and sports for ages 12 months to 12 years, an Arts Camp with swimming lessons included for children ages kindergarten through seventh grade who love a creative option, and even a CIT program for 11 to 15 year-olds that want to learn the skills of being a counselor.
Find us online at the Longfellow club website www.longfellowclubs.com or call us at 508-358-0710. Hope to see you soon! |
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February is a great time to feel good
about managing sweet treats! | |
Valentine's Day brings chocolates and treats which tend to linger long after the holiday has past. The most common "dangerous" treats include a box of assorted chocolates and baked goods. The variety of tastes in assorted chocolates makes them more tempting to overeat, and baked goods are loaded with calories. For example, a box of 12 chocolates is 600-800 calories (about 60-80 each) and a 4 oz. brownie or cookie contains about 600 calories.
But don't despair! There are healthy ways to enjoy chocolate this month without regretting it later. For around 200 calories you can enjoy a 1.5 oz. chocolate bar OR an 8 oz. cup of hot chocolate made with skim milk OR chocolate dipped fruit. What could be more romantic than sharing chocolate dipped strawberries? Enjoy!!!
For more details and information, contact Jane Polley at JPolley@Longfellowsportsclub.com or leave a message at (508) 358-3067 ext. 322.
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Sheila Weinstock Wins National Senior Women's Title! |
 Natick Racquet Club manager, Sheila Weinstock, recently won her first ever national senior women's tournament in West Palm Beach,Florida. Sheila was on fire in her first tournament in 2011.
Consider these facts:
- Sheila won this tournament on outdoor clay, even though she'd been training on indoor hardcourts in New England.
- Seeded #8, she pulled upset after upset and reached the finals without losing a set and beat the 6th and the 2nd seeded players on the way
- She toughed out the finals and defeated the #1 seeded player from New Jersey in three sets for the first time ever. Previously she had lost to the tournament favorite without ever winning a set.
Sheila has been a consistent and successful competitor on the national senior women's tennis scene and has been ranked as high as #4 in the nation and #10 in the world for her age group; but this was the first time she has actually won a national tournament.
Congratulations, Sheila! We know you're on your way to a fantastic year!
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Film Screening Benefit | |
Jed Hammel, Membership Representative at The Longfellow Club in Wayland and Director/Founder of The Filmshift Festival, is screening 2 films and a having a special live acoustic set with singer/songwriter Kate Vargas to raise money for the Friday Night Supper Program (FNSP), a charitable food program at the Arlington Street Church in Boston.
 Tickets: $10
Buy in advance online here:
http://www.filmshift.org/tickets/
When/Where
Sunday, March 20th @ 3pm
The Somerville Theater - Davis Square - Somerville
55 Davis Square
Somerville, MA 02144
(617) 625-5700
Audience Door Prize Sponsors Include: Improv Boston, Michael Manning Photography, Powderhouse Productions, and Redtree Productions
In its 2nd year, the Filmshift Festival has expanded to include regular screenings that will lead up to our main festival in October 2011.
Our first event is on Sunday, March 20th at the Somerville Theater at 3pm. All proceeds (not including venue costs) from these events will be donated to different charities, starting with The Friday Night Supper Program (FNSP). Tickets are $10 per person.
FNSP provides a warm nutritious meal to anyone in need in a safe and dignified environment every Friday night, and Jed is strongly committed to supporting the cause. Our March screening features 3 varied offerings:
"Art From The Streets"
A feature documentary that follows the lives of handful of people who create and share their art while participating at a resource/community center for homeless individuals.
The film tells this story by tracking five of the artists over the course of a year. Viewers will visit homeless camps, learn the daily challenges of street life, and witness the strengths of human character. You will also experience the 2-day show and sale where the artists' work is sold and where they interact with people that they rarely have a chance to encounter in such a positive way.
"The Legacy"
A critically acclaimed short film produced by Jed Hammel that recently won the Best Comic-Related Film at the world famous Comic Con 2010. "The Legacy" is about a young boy who believes his father is a Super Hero.
Live Performance by Kate Vargas
Singer/songwriter (and former FNSP volunteer) Kate Vargas will open the event with an acoustic set of her songs as well as some covers.
Hope to see you there! |
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Let it Snow! | |
There are few things you can count on these days, but one thing you know is that nothing will prevent Longfellow from being open for business! In over 30 years of doing business, we've always been open, no matter how treacherous the weather!
In inclement weather, if you ever have any questions about whether programs are still on or if the club is closing early, you can either call us at 508-358-7355, watch for a club email, or check for a message on the Longfellow Facebook page.
So in these snowy days of winter, if the roads are too hazardous to travel, you can always cross country ski or snow shoe over to us and know that we will be here for you! |
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Did you know - if you refer a friend who joins Longfellow for an annual membership, then you get a free additional month added onto your membership? The more new members you refer who join, the more months you get FREE! Your friend just needs to mention your name when they join for you to get your free month. |
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| The Longfellow Purpose and Mission Statement |
 The Longfellow Purpose- To build a world where everyone's basic needs are met, and people experience love, happiness, and satisfaction.
- To create a model organization, through the development of successful health and recreation businesses, that works toward the fulfillment of our global vision.
The Longfellow Mission Statement
The Longfellow Clubs is a locally owned and independent business committed to the health and well being of our community, and provides extraordinary fitness, recreational, and educational programs for people of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities.
We honor all Longfellow stakeholders and appreciate all they do to make us the vibrant community we are. All management decisions consider the needs of Longfellow stakeholders, and it is our intention to:
- Love and care for our customer and to create a caring and compassionate culture committed to providing the highest level of customer service by exceeding expectations and saying yes if we can.
- Support every staff member in reaching their full potential as human beings - physically, mentally, and spiritually. We engage them in the management process and make every effort to pay a living wage with fair benefits to all staff members.
- Preserve our environment, minimize our carbon footprint, and join with others in our community to build a sustainable and just world.
- Work closely with individuals and nonprofit organizations to promote healthy, sustainable, and inclusive communities.
- Support the locally owned and independent business partners in our community and in our industry so that they can be financially successful and outstanding community citizens.
- Manage a profitable business that is a leader in our industry and provides a fair return to the owners and investors.
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