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Dec 2, 2025

December 2025 – February 2026 Club Calendar – Short Pump

DECEMBER December 1 – 21 | Stuff the Stocking Group Ex Challenge | member FREEKeep yourself motivated this holiday season, and maybe even try something new, by picking up a Stuff the Stocking Group Ex Challenge Card and completing as many of the challenges as possible. Have a team member initial the square when you […]

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Dec 2, 2025

December 2025 – February 2026 Club Calendar – Midlothian

DECEMBER December 1 – 4 | Dolphin Swim School Express | Mon – Thu | Ages 3 – 7 | 5:10-5:40pm OR 5:50-6:25pm | member $85 non-member $110The Dolphin Swim School is an ideal learn-to-swim program for novice swimmers. Our instructors are trained in the Starfish Aquatic International Swim School curriculum, focusing on creating safer […]

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Dec 1, 2025

Holiday Recovery: How to Reboot Your Body and Mind Before the New Year

The holidays are wonderful and exhausting. Between travel, rich meals, skipped workouts, and extra social commitments, even the most disciplined routines can unravel. Instead of waiting for January to “start fresh,” now’s the time to begin a reset. A holiday recovery doesn’t have to mean pushing harder; it can mean recharging your body and mind […]

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Nov 19, 2025

Stay Strong Through the Holidays: Quick Workouts for a Busy Season

Winter doesn’t exactly make it easy to keep a workout routine going. Between travel, social gatherings, and a calendar that’s somehow always double-booked, workouts tend to slide off the to-do list. But here’s the good news, you don’t need long sessions to stay strong. Short workouts done consistently can keep your energy up, stress down, […]

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Nov 3, 2025

Starting & Sustaining Your Workout Routine on GLP-1s: Expert Tips from an Obesity Doctor

This blog is written in partnership with Dr. Sarah Stombaugh, Obesity Medicine Physician and Founder of Sarah Stombaugh, MD – Personalized Weight Loss. Struggling to start a regular workout routine or difficulty maintaining results? You might have looked into medications such as Ozempic or Wegovy. These GLP-1s are a class of FDA-approved drugs that mimic a […]

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Dec 2, 2025 December 2025 – February 2026 Club Calendar – Short Pump

DECEMBER December 1 – 21 | Stuff the Stocking Group Ex Challenge | member FREEKeep yourself motivated this holiday season, and maybe even try something new, by picking up a Stuff the Stocking Group Ex Challenge Card and completing as many of the challenges as possible. Have a team member initial the square when you […]

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Dec 2, 2025 December 2025 – February 2026 Club Calendar – Midlothian

DECEMBER December 1 – 4 | Dolphin Swim School Express | Mon – Thu | Ages 3 – 7 | 5:10-5:40pm OR 5:50-6:25pm | member $85 non-member $110The Dolphin Swim School is an ideal learn-to-swim program for novice swimmers. Our instructors are trained in the Starfish Aquatic International Swim School curriculum, focusing on creating safer […]

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Sep 30, 2025 December – February Greenville Activities Calendar

December December 1 – 31 | Stuff the Stocking Group Ex Adventure | All Clubs Beginning December 1, pick up your Stuff the Stocking card at the front desk. Members who participate in this fun game in the month of December will earn 50 acac points, just for playing! Try a new class, take your […]

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Sep 30, 2025 October – December 2025 Club Calendar – West Chester & Eagleview

October All Month | ROCKtoberCelebrate a full month of high-energy group exercise classes powered by themed and electrifying playlists from HIIT, strength and barre to yoga and cycle. Each workout is programmed to match the intensity and rhythm of the music, helping you push through intervals, lifts, and challenges with motivation that only great music […]

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Jan 16, 2025 p.r.e.p. Corner | Winter Skincare Tips

p.r.e.p. Corner is a monthly blog put together by our in-house medical fitness professionals from our physician referred exercise program (p.r.e.p.) here at acac! Winter may not bring the intense sun of summer or the crisp air of fall, but it comes with its own unique challenges for skin health. The colder months can leave […]

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Jul 11, 2024 p.r.e.p. Corner | Post-Workout Recovery Essentials

p.r.e.p. Corner is a monthly blog put together by our in-house medical fitness professionals from our physician referred exercise program (p.r.e.p.) here at acac! Working out is super important; obviously, as a health club, we preach that! However, a huge and often forgotten aspect of health and wellness is post-workout recovery. Proper recovery maximizes the […]

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May 31, 2024 Starting to Swim for Exercise: A Complete Beginner’s Guide

A Beginners Guide to Swimming as Exercise Swimming stands out as a remarkably inclusive and effective form of exercise, suitable for individuals of all ages and fitness levels. It is a low-impact activity that offers a multitude of health benefits, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a full-body workout. Swimming lessons are not […]

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Apr 4, 2024 5 Must-Have Foods for Your Weekly Menu: A Nutritional Guide

The foundation of good health lies in what we eat along with exercise, sleep, and emotional health. Today, we’re excited to talk about five phenomenal foods that should be in your weekly menu and on your shopping list: avocado, eggs, almonds, watermelon, and the ancient grain quinoa. Let’s dive in and explore why these foods […]

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Mar 3, 2024 Anaerobic Exercises: Fitness Benefits & Examples

When it comes to fitness, many people focus on aerobic exercise like running. While aerobic workouts are important especially for cardiovascular health, anaerobic exercise is crucial for a well-rounded fitness routine and maintaining health.   Our guide will examine anaerobic exercise, why it’s important, its benefits, and the different types of anaerobic exercises and provide […]

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Dec 1, 2025 Holiday Recovery: How to Reboot Your Body and Mind Before the New Year

The holidays are wonderful and exhausting. Between travel, rich meals, skipped workouts, and extra social commitments, even the most disciplined routines can unravel. Instead of waiting for January to “start fresh,” now’s the time to begin a reset. A holiday recovery doesn’t have to mean pushing harder; it can mean recharging your body and mind […]

read more
Nov 19, 2025 Stay Strong Through the Holidays: Quick Workouts for a Busy Season

Winter doesn’t exactly make it easy to keep a workout routine going. Between travel, social gatherings, and a calendar that’s somehow always double-booked, workouts tend to slide off the to-do list. But here’s the good news, you don’t need long sessions to stay strong. Short workouts done consistently can keep your energy up, stress down, […]

read more
Nov 3, 2025 Starting & Sustaining Your Workout Routine on GLP-1s: Expert Tips from an Obesity Doctor

This blog is written in partnership with Dr. Sarah Stombaugh, Obesity Medicine Physician and Founder of Sarah Stombaugh, MD – Personalized Weight Loss. Struggling to start a regular workout routine or difficulty maintaining results? You might have looked into medications such as Ozempic or Wegovy. These GLP-1s are a class of FDA-approved drugs that mimic a […]

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Nov 3, 2025 Fall Back Into Routine: Build Healthy Habits Before the Holidays

There’s something about November. Temperatures shift downward, and mornings seem a little quieter. But your schedule is still packed, and with holidays around the corner, it’s easy for fitness and wellness to slide to the back burner. This can be a great time to get back on track. Think of fall as a bridge, the […]

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Oct 20, 2025 Seasonal Immunity Boosters: How Fitness Supports Your Immune System

The shift from one season to the next does more than change the weather; it can change your body’s defenses, too. Cold and flu germs are more prevalent during colder seasons, stress levels climb with packed schedules, and less daylight can take a toll on energy. But here’s the good news. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle […]

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Oct 6, 2025 November – January Club Calendar – Charlottesville

November Dolphin Swim School | November | Albemarle Square Our full fall schedule returns to Albemarle Square with 8-week sessions available Monday – Thursday, and Saturdays – Sundays. Now offering sessions through December. To view available class times or register, please email Coach Sam at [email protected]. We can’t wait to see you in the water!  Kids Night […]