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Improve your game with coaching from former Husky and professional basketball player Donald Watts. J E F F F A D D I S 56 | Washington Athletic Club Magazine | NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2015 ATHLETIC PROGRAMS Fitness Classes 206.839.4781 • Aquatics 206.464.3086 • wac.net/athletics Masters Swim Team Join coach Eric Williamson for organized workouts to enhance endurance and improve stroke technique. Master swimmers are encouraged to attend practice regularly and to compete. Email masterscoach@wac.net for more information. Mondays–Thursdays: 6:30–7:30 pm; $30/month Private Swim Coaching Looking to improve your technique, obtain a new personal best, or make the leap from swimming for fun to swimming for fitness? Masters coach and WAC personal trainer Eric Williamson is now available for private coaching sessions. All coaching packages include email support and take-home workouts. For more information or to schedule your first session, call 206.464.3073 or email masterscoach@wac.net. 30-minute coaching package (four sessions, plus workouts), $160; 60-minute coaching package (four sessions, plus workouts), $280; individual, semi-private, and customizable sessions available (pricing varies) Private Swim Lessons The WAC aquatics team offers lessons designed to suit anyone's needs. Private lessons are available during family swim times, based on availability. Private lessons: $35 per lesson, $120 four-lesson package Semi-private lessons (two-person limit) : $45 per lesson, $160 four-lesson package; Prices based on 30-minute lesson. Cancel 24 hours in advance for refund Tri/Cycle Swim Workouts A WAC Tri/Cycle Club pool workout. All lap swimmers welcome. Tuesdays/Thursdays: 6–7 am; free COURT SPORTS Badminton Nights The WAC gym hosts open badminton play on the first and third Wednesdays of every month. First and third Wednesdays: 7:30–9:30 pm; free for WAC members Basketball Coach—Donald Watts Donald Watts, a former Husky and professional basketball player, brings his master coaching to the WAC. Washington State Consensus Player of the Year in 1995, Watts reached his height in Seattle with two NCAA appearances. He motivates with a progres- sive technique that combines the mental, physical and technical aspects of the game. Sign up to work on your game one-on-one, with a partner, or in a small group. Contact Darin Barr at 206.464.3074 or dbarr@wac.net Basketball (Women's Team) Interested in playing for the Women's WAC Basketball Team? If you're a female WAC member age 21 or older, contact Athletics Program Manager Darin Barr at 206.464.3074 or dbarr@wac.net. Handball Instruction Members of the WAC Handball Club are offering free instruction for beginner and intermediate players by appointment. WAC members of all ages are welcome. Come experience the game of handball. Contact Athletic Programs Manager Darin Barr at 206.464.3074 or dbarr@wac.net International Court Soccer (ICS) International Court Soccer is played on a racquetball or squash court using a specifically designed ball. Traditionally, the game is played one-on-one. ICS appeals to a range of ages and skill levels. These weekly events take place on the 8th Floor courts. Gather in the Sports Café at the appointed time. No cost, no reservations required. Mondays : Beginners' night, 5:30 pm Wednesdays : Challenge court night, 5:30 pm Saturdays : Juniors' time, 9–11 am Squash Quickie Join the Squash Club for tournament- style play. Each Wednesday and Saturday, the squash courts are home to a handicapped event for all skill levels. Just show up and play. Wednesdays : 6 pm Saturdays : 10 am 6th Floor courts Squash Pro Competitive player Zane McGee- Lowdermilk was one of the top junior players in the country and enjoys teaching people of all ages and skill levels how to play squash or improve their game. If you'd like to learn how to play or want to take your game to the next level, Zane can help. Schedule lessons through Darin Barr at 206.464.3074 or dbarr@wac.net.