May – July 2024 Club Calendar – West Chester & Eagleview
May
May Smoothie of the Month | Grand Slam
The Grand Slam Smoothie combines peanut butter, sea salt caramel powder, vanilla protein, ice cream mix, and almond milk . Enjoy it from May 1 – 31.
May 2 | Summer Camp Open House | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Join us at acac West Chester for a Summer Camp Open House! Kids can enjoy snacks, crafts, and camp games while parents learn all about what the summer will entail. Miss Cassidy, our camp Director, will be hosting a presentation and Q&A with all the details you need about summer camp. Whether you’re already registered for camp or just curious to learn more, feel free to stop by to see the exploration, connection, and creation that will happen this summer!
May 3 | Chaturanga Yoga Pop-Up Class | 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Chaturanga Dandasana (Four-Limbed Staff Pose) is pivotal to many yoga flow practices but it’s often misunderstood. This foundational pose requires thoughtful alignment—it’s not merely a push-up. Join Adriana as she helps you master this important pose. Register on the member portal or app under the “classes” tab 25 hours in advance.
May 4 | National Fitness Day Celebration
Its National Fitness Day! Try our Obstacle Course out on the turf. For all ages (ages 12 and under must have an adult with them) it’s a fun way to celebrate the many benefits of fitness. The map of the obstacle course will be right outside the turf doors by the basketball course. Enjoy!
May 5 | Eagles Autism Challenge Fundraiser | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Eagleview
Julie, one of our amazing group exercise instructors, will be participating in the Eagles Autism Challenge for the 4th time on May 18th! This cause is incredibly important to her as her son, Eric, has autism. The Eagles Autism Foundation has provided him with so much inclusion, understanding, and opportunities that have truly enriched his life. In fact, he even joined the Downingtown West football team after our first year of participating – absolutely incredible! This year, we are showing our support for Julie’s family and the Eagles Autism Foundation by hosting an event on Sunday, May 5th from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at acac Eagleview. Join us for a cycle class led by Julie or a walk around the Eagleview Town Center, both starting at 9:30 AM. Don’t miss out on raffles, snacks, and more! Let’s come together to take action for autism! Register for the cycle class under the “classes” tab on the member portal or app up to 25 hours in advance.
May 7 | Ask the Nutritionist | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Lobby
Stop by the lobby and join Margaret Moses, Nutritionist, to sample some flavored water and learn about the importance of hydration as the warm weather approaches. Get some tips on how to “eat” rather than “drink” your water.
May 10 | Kids Night Out | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Children ages 2 – 12 enjoy games, sports, movies, crafts, and fun while parents enjoy time out on the town! Registration opens May 1 on the member portal/app.
May 14 | Grocery Store Tour | 1:00 PM | Giant Market 1375 Boot Road, West Chester
Join Margaret Moses, Nutritionist, for a guided grocery store tour. Grab a cart and learn how to decode food labels, make healthy eating choices for your family, and stock a healthy pantry. Email Margaret to register at [email protected]. Private grocery store tours also available!
May 15 | Workout & Workshop | 5:30 PM | Eagleview
Have you been curious about personal training and what it can do for your body and mind? Join trainers John and Seth for a workout and Q&A workshop. Don’t forget to bring your friends to learn about all the ways you can better reach your fitness goals!
May 15 | Women’s Health Through the Life Cycle | 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Celebrate Women’s Health Month with us as we team up with Chester County Hospital! Join us for a mindfulness session and choose between two breakout sessions: “Be the CEO of Your Cycle” or “Age Happier, Live Healthier.” The event will conclude with a relaxing movement session led by our Group Exercise Director, Sarah!
May 16 | Coffee Talk With Kim: Back to Health | 10:00 AM | Conference Room
Guest speaker Adriana Correa (Personal Trainer) will be on hand to discuss how to protect your back. A healthy back can improve functionality in your whole body, and focusing on strength and flexibility in your whole body can help you have a healthy, pain free back. Email Kim at [email protected] to register.
May 20 | Ask the Nutritionist | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Lobby
Stop by the lobby and join Margaret Moses, Nutritionist, to sample some flavored water and learn about the importance of hydration as the warm weather approaches. Get some tips on how to “eat” rather than “drink” your water.
May 24 | Kids Night Out | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Children ages 2 – 12 enjoy games, sports, movies, crafts, and fun while parents enjoy time out on the town! Registration opens May 1 on the member portal/app.
May 27 | Murph Challenge | 10:00 AM
Join our team of personal trainers on Memorial Day to complete The Murph Challenge together! Afterwards, we’ll be grilling hamburgers and hotdogs outside! “Murph” is a Hero workout named after Navy Lieutenant Michael Murphy, who was killed in Afghanistan June 28th, 2005. This workout was one of Mike’s favorites. Every year on Memorial Day, people across the globe honor fallen service members by completing the Murph Challenge.
The Murph Challenge is usually a one-mile run, 100 pull-ups, 200 push-ups, 300 squats, followed by another one-mile run. However, we will be breaking it down as follows: a one-mile run, 20 rounds of: 5 pull-ups (modify with TRX rows), 10 push-ups (modify with kneeling push-ups), 15 bodyweight squats, a one-mile run.
To sign up and be entered into a raffle to win 2 free personal training sessions, email Personal Trainer Allie at [email protected].
May 29 | Summer Swim Team Begins | $415 Members $565 Non-Members
Ages 6-18 are invited to join the 2024 acac Dolphins! Swimmers must be able to complete one lap of free-style without stopping and using rotary breathing and 1 lap of backstroke without flipping over. The season runs end of May through July. Tryouts will be held Tuesday, May 21 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM, OR Thursday May 23 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Practices start May 29
Evening Practices (5/29 – 6/14)
Age 13 & up | Mon – Fri 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Age 9-12 | Mon – Wed 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM, Fri 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Age 8 & under | Mon, Wed, Thurs 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Outdoor Morning Practices (6/17- 7/26)
Age 11 & up | Mon – Fri 7:00 AM – 8:15 AM
Age 10 & under | Mon – Fri 8:00 AM – 9:15 AM
Please contact Coach Natalie at [email protected] for more information and to register.
May 31 – June 2 | Lifeguard Certification Course
Friday May 31 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM | Saturday June 1 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM | Sunday June 2 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM. There will be a blended learning portion of the class which will need to be done online prior to the first day of class. All trainings are required in order to be eligible to pass the course. Email Nicole at [email protected] to register.
June
June 7 | Kids Night Out | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Children ages 2 – 12 enjoy games, sports, movies, crafts, and fun while parents enjoy time out on the town! Registration opens June 1 on the member portal/app.
June 8 | Family Fun 30
Join Personal Trainer, Gary for a fun filled 30 minutes of family oriented workout including a guided warmup, family fun workout, and family agility challenge!
June 11 – July 2 | Littles Yoga Series | 5:00 PM – 5:45 PM | $48 Members $55 Non-Members
Start your children ages 5 – 8 off with a great yoga foundation. Yoga has shown to enhance focus, concentration, comprehension and memory. The poses help to improve physical fitness by improving posture, balance, coordination, and body awareness. Yoga can also help to create an atmosphere of confidence, enthusiasm and non-competitiveness where everyone can succeed.
June 14 | Fun Fridays: Island Luau | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Join us for the season opener of Fun Fridays at the Waterpark! Members are invited to bring in as many in-town guests as there are members on the membership for FREE to the Waterpark each Friday night of the summer. There will be great eats, a luau, and fun to be had!
June 17 – August 22 | Summer Teen Yoga Series | Mondays & Thursdays 2:15 PM
Gift your child with a crucial life skill. In addition to physical strength and flexibility, a yoga practice can help teens build inner focus, body awareness, confidence, and reduce anxiety by learning techniques to simply slow down and become mindful. Your teen will learn yoga poses and flows, meditation techniques, and experience the benefits of headbanger breathing and enhanced balance. Register on the member portal or app under the “classes” tab 25 hours in advance.
June 18 | Coffee Talk With Kim: Modifying Recipes for Taste and Health | 10:30 AM | Conference Room
You don’t have to give up all your favorite foods because you want to eat healthier. There are easy, tasty ways to modify your recipes to increase nutrition and decrease less healthful choices. Our own Cafe Director, Patrick, will be cooking up a storm and helping find great ways to improve our health with delicious food! Email Kim at [email protected] to register.
June 21 | Summer Solstice Yoga | 6:00 AM | Pool Deck
Summer Days are here! Summer begins with the solstice on Thursday, June 20, 2024, marking the astronomical first day of summer in the Northern Hemisphere. Join Adriana for a special yoga class welcoming in the summer sun. Register on the member portal or app under the “classes” tab 25 hours in advance.
June 21 | Fun Fridays: Happy Birthday acac! | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Join us for Fun Fridays at the Waterpark! Members are invited to bring in as many in-town guests as there are members on the membership for FREE to the Waterpark each Friday night of the summer. There will be great eats, live music, and birthday fun to be had!
June 23 | Summer Solstice Restorative Sound Bath | 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM
Join Kristen and Mary Kate for a Sunday afternoon of pure bliss! Kristen will lead you into a series of restorative postures and guided meditations that relax the body and promote a sense of openness and receptivity to the singing bowls Mary Kate will be playing during the practice. You will be sure to leave feeling completely at ease and satisfied as you transition into the Summer.
June 28 | Fun Fridays: Carnival | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Join us for Fun Fridays at the Waterpark! Members are invited to bring in as many in-town guests as there are members on the membership for FREE to the Waterpark each Friday night of the summer. There will be great eats, carnival games, and fun to be had!
July
July 5 | Fun Fridays: 4th of July Celebration | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Join us for Fun Fridays at the Waterpark! Members are invited to bring in as many in-town guests as there are members on the membership for FREE to the Waterpark each Friday night of the summer. There will be great eats and fun to be had!
July 9 – July 30 | Littles Yoga Series | 5:00 PM – 5:45 PM | $48 Members $55 Non-Members
Start your children ages 5 – 8 off with a great yoga foundation. Yoga has shown to enhance focus, concentration, comprehension and memory. The poses help to improve physical fitness by improving posture, balance, coordination, and body awareness. Yoga can also help to create an atmosphere of confidence, enthusiasm and non-competitiveness where everyone can succeed.
July 11 | Dog Days of Summer Pet Contest! | Lobby
It’s officially the dog days of summer and we’re celebrating with a furry friend photo contest at acac! Keep an eye out for adorable pet pics in the main lobby and cast your vote for the cutest one. 🐾
July 12 | Fun Fridays: Dive in Movie | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Join us for Fun Fridays at the Waterpark! Members are invited to bring in as many in-town guests as there are members on the membership for FREE to the Waterpark each Friday night of the summer. There will be great eats, an outdoor movie, and fun to be had!
July 17 | Coffee Talk With Kim: Ultra-Processed People | 10:30 AM | Conference Room
Guest speaker Margaret Moses, RD. will be on hand to discuss the topic of Ultra-Processed People, which also happens to be one of her favorite books! Email Kim at [email protected] to register.
July 19 | Fun Fridays: Backyard BBQ | 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Join us for Fun Fridays at the Waterpark! Members are invited to bring in as many in-town guests as there are members on the membership for FREE to the Waterpark each Friday night of the summer. There will be great eats, a BBQ, and fun to be had!
July 26 | Fun Fridays: Glow Party | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Join us for Fun Fridays at the Waterpark! Members are invited to bring in as many in-town guests as there are members on the membership for FREE to the Waterpark each Friday night of the summer. There will be great eats, glow sticks, and fun to be had!
July 31 | National Watermelon Day | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Celebrate national watermelon day with some refreshing watermelon at the waterpark from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM!