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March 2013
Contact Information
In this Issue
Spring Ahead
Parenting in a Digital Age
Club Information
Fitness Beyond Our Walls
Summer Day Camps!
USTA Registration
March Spa Specials
Youth Programs & Events
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Greetings!

It is evident many of you have taken your New Year's resolutions seriously! The dynamic energy has continued throughout the club over the past month. It is exciting to see you working out with our new equipment, trying new fitness classes, swimming a few laps in the pool, or enjoying a set of tennis with friends.  

 

We all know how important it is to incorporate new and different exercise modalities into our workouts. The staff at Liberty is here to help you keep it fresh. If you have any questions regarding any of our fitness, small group, tennis or swimming programs, do not hesitate to stop in my office, or at the front desk. We're committed to help you achieve your fitness goals.

 

  

In good health,

 

Jane Nieman

Club Manager

 
Spring Ahead
Spring Ahead   

Daylight-savings time arrives this Sunday, March 10th (turn your clock ahead one hour). Longer days and the promise of warmer weather is ahead!
WA Council for Children
Parenting in a Digital Age  

teen texting Is texting and social media hurting your child? During the month of April, Liberty will be hosting a workshop presented by Washtenaw Area Council for Children. The workshop will focus on the impact of digital connectivity on today's youth and their future. Trained facilitators will discuss social networking, your child's digital reputation, sexting, cyberbullying, online predators and privacy and ethics.  Parents will be provided tools to help them keep their kids safe online.

 

The workshop will be available for our members on Saturday, April 13 at 12pm or on Tuesday, April 16 at 12pm. The workshop will be approximately one and one-half hours in length. Please register at the front desk, concierge or online.

 

While the workshop is complimentary, donations will be accepted throughout the month of April. You may place a monetary donation on your Liberty account. The suggested donation is $15; however, all donations will help support the mission of Washtenaw Area Council for Children. Make your donation at the front desk or in the TreeHouse and receive a complimentary pinwheel to give to a child that you love!

Club Information    

Spring Program Registration: 

Registration for Spring Programs opens March 11th and is available on-line! Spring programs begin Monday, April 8.

 

Monday, March 11 - No school Day

The Lagoon will be lifeguarded 12:00pm-3:00pm, and the Rockwall will be open from 12:00pm-7:00pm.  


Saturday, March 16 - 10:00am-11:00am 

Transformation Challenge Event:  John Carbone, PhD, RD. Presents Core Nutrition, Principles and Application       

 

Member Survey

Many thanks to those of you who have already taken the time to fill out the survey.  If you have not filled out the survey we appreciate you taking a moment to give us your feedback.  If you did not receive a survey by email, you may stop by the Front Desk for a hard copy.  Remember, you do receive a guest pass for completing the survey!

 

Area Closures & Club Updates 

Adult Lap Pool ~ Sunday, March 17

The Adult Lap Pool will close at 7:00pm for repairs

Men's Lower Locker Room ~ Monday, March 18  

The lower men's locker room will be closed for approximately 6 weeks, for minor updates and repairs. Please remember the family locker room has showers, restrooms and day lockers available for your use during this time.  

 
The Men's upper locker room will have new shower partitions, we anticipate the partitions will be installed after the completion of the lower men's locker room. 

 

Tree House ~ Saturday, March 23

The Tree House will be closed during the Egg Hunt from 12:30pm-1:30pm  

 

Sunday, March 31 ~ Easter Sunday

Liberty Athletic Club will be closed and will re-open on Monday, April 1. 

 

New Equipment

Two new Techno Gym Treadmills will soon be added to the fitness floor.        


Spring Break Additional Hours: 
Lifeguard Hours in Lagoon:
Monday, April 1 through Friday, April 5

12:00pm-6:00pm  

There will be no evening lifeguarded hours (6-7pm) on Friday, April 5.


Additional Rockwall Hours:
Monday, April 1 through Friday, April 5

12:00pm-4:00pm 

Fitness Beyond Our Walls 
With over 300 runners/walkers already signed up for the Dexter Tornado Run, it is shaping up to be an awesome event!  100% of the proceeds will be donated to local organizations that provided assistance to Dexter Residents in last year's tornado.  Sign up at www.jazzrunning.com.
Registration Now Open for Summer Day Camp!

camp liberty banner 2013  

 

Registration for USTA Summer league teams now open!
USTA
Match play begins the 2nd & 3rd weeks in May and continues through July. Please contact MaryBeth Putnam before March 28th if you would like to either find a team, or captain your own!

email: marybeth.putnam@libertyathletic.net 

Important Dates:
  • February 18 - Registration opened
  • March 20 - USTA meeting in Ann Arbor at Forsythe Middle School 7:00pm 
  • March 28 - Deadline for team declaration / add or drop teams
  • March 28 - Team minimums due
  • April 13 - 40+ over will begin play
  • April 20 - 18+ over will begin play

New this year: 

Adult 18 & Over ~ Men & Women ~ 2 singles/3 doubles ~ 2.5 through 5.0+   

Adult 40 & Over ~ Men & Women ~ 1 singles 2 doubles ~3.0 through 4.5+

Adult 55 & Over ~ Men & Women ~ 3 doubles ~ 6.0 through 9.0

Adult 65 & Over ~ Men & Women ~ 3 doubles ~ 6.0 through 8.0

Mixed 18 & Over ~ 3 doubles ~ 2.5 & 6.0 through 9.0 

 

Teams at Liberty: 

3.0 women - 18+ night

3.0 women - 40+ night

3.0 women - 40+ day

3.5 women - 18+ night

3.5 women - 40+ night

3.5 women - 40+ night

4.0 women - 18+ night

4.0 women - 40+ night

4.5 women - 18+ night ~ In need of a captain 

6.0 women - 55+ day

8.0 women - 55+ day

7.0 women - 55+ day

8.0 women - 65+ day

3.0 men - 18+ night

3.5 men - 18+ night

3.5 men - 40+ night

4.0 men - 18+ night

4.0 men - 55+ ~ In need of a captain 

4.5 men - 18+ night

7.0 men - 55+ night

6.0 mixed  - 18+ night

7.0 mixed  - 18+ night

8.0 mixed ~ In need of a captain

 

New 2013 SE Michigan local league Rule: 

Every team in Adult 18+ over and Adult 40+ over leagues must have 20% of rostered players at team level.

Spa Massage
March Specials at The SPA
Save $15 off any 90-minute massage,
and save $5 of a Shellac manicure
during the month of March!
  
Schedule your spa service through the Concierge at (734)665-3738 ext. 34

 Please click here for complete Spa menu
Youth Programs & Events 
Shamrock Madness ~ Ages 7-12   
Friday, March 15th 6:00pm-9:00pm Clovers
Leave your little leprechauns with us while you enjoy a night out! Activities include rock wall climbing, activity center madness and swimming.  Pizza will be served at 6:00 pm.  Please bring a swimsuit, beach towel and comfy clothes.

Highland Fling ~ Ages 3-5 & 8-9
Saturday, March 16 - 12:00pm-1:30pm  

Traditional Irish footwork combines with jazz to create a unique and fun dance style that can be done by all.  Celebrate St. Patty's Day with a new skill and take home a surprise treasure.

   
Annual Egg HuntEaster Egg ~ Ages 10 & Under
Saturday, March 23rd 12:45pm Sharp
A Liberty favorite, this annual event for kids ages 10 and under is complimentary for members and their children!

Meet at the Lagoon Activity Center for the Egg Hunt at 12:30pm.  The hunt will be outside on the grassy area by the playground and beings promptly at 12:45pm. Two groups will be formed based on age and will hunt simultaneously.  Parents are encouraged to bring their cameras! The Bunny will be available for photos.  The Treehouse will be closed from 12:30-1:30pm for this event.

Spring Break Camp ~ Ages 5-7 & 8-12
Monday, April 1st through Friday, April 5th
9:00am-5:00pm with pre and post options available Camp
If you're looking for fun during school vacation,  Liberty is the place to be! Kids will spend an action-packed day participating in activities like basketball, floor hockey, swimming in the 'Liberty Lagoon' waterpark, and more. An afternoon snack is included each day; every camper must have a current emergency form on file.   Register for one day or for all of them!