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Special Olympics Washington Turkey Trot C L O C K W I S E , F R O M T O P L E F T: L U K E R U TA N , Y O S E F C H A I M K A L I N K O , D AV I D R Y D E R NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2016 | Washington Athletic Club Magazine | 45 ATHLETIC PROGRAMS Fitness Classes 206.839.4781 • Aquatics 206.464.3086 • wac.net/fitness SPECIAL EVENTS Special Olympics Washington The WAC is a community partner with Special Olympics Washington. Get involved with the Special Olympics by donating money, participating in fundraisers, volunteering at events, or becoming a coach. Coaches with a passion for sports are always needed. Make a difference at statewide events throughout the year. More coaches mean more opportunities for the athletes of the Special Olympics! To get involved, contact SOWA Volunteer and Programs Manager Elise Tinseth, at etinseth@sowa.org or visit sowa.org. Xcelerate: Snow Flurry November–December Snow sports season is almost upon us. Get ready to hit the slopes with free Xcelerate: Snow Flurry classes, Monday–Thursday at noon during November and December. We're also offering two bonus Saturday sessions from 12–12:45 pm on November 10 and December 12. Our Xcelerate: Snow Flurry classes are specially tailored to help you gain the strength, flexibility and endurance you need to succeed at skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, and more. For more about Xcelerate, see page 49. Contact George Sommerroc k at georges@wac.net or 206.839.4781 Turkey Trot November 1–20 Win your Thanksgiving Day turkey at the annual Turkey Trot in Helene Madison Pool. It's all luck! Draw a number before your workouts during November and then swim the corresponding number of laps. The top five members win a Thanksgiving turkey, compliments of the WAC. Registration is free. Sign up with a lifeguard on the pool deck. Pickleball Clinic Wednesday, November 9 Play Pickleball with pro Billy Jacobsen. He's hosting a clinic for WAC members and their guests. Learn from the man who has won over 50 men's singles and doubles medals during his career. Billy can help you improve your game or get The Main Event Friday & Saturday, January 27–28 Collegiate boxers from around the nation are coming to the WAC for two fight nights. Enjoy dinner, drinks and comedy in the Crystal Ballroom, followed by boxing on the 8th Floor. Dress to impress and sit ringside as the best collegiate boxers face off. 5 pm; $175 (single ticket), $300 (VIP single ticket), $1,320 (table of 8). To reserve, contact Darin Barr at 206.464.3074 or dbarr@wac.net. Morris Trophy Thursday, January 19 The 37th Annual Morris Trophy awards ceremony will take place at the Club in January. The Morris Trophy honors the best collegiate linemen in Pac-12 football. Come celebrate this season's award recipients at The Morris Trophy luncheon in the Crystal Ballroom. 12–1:30 pm; $35; to reserve, contact Darin Barr at 206.464.3074 or dbarr@wac.net. Athletics Open House Wednesday, March 15 Explore all the ways the WAC can help you achieve and maintain your fitness and wellness goals. Come to our complimentary Athletics Open House on the lobby level to learn about programs, started at the sport. Indoor Pickleball is a great way to spend a rainy winter day, so get ready to play! Visit wac.net/ billy-interview to learn more about Billy Jacobsen. 12:30–2 pm; $30; 8th Floor gym; contact Darin Barr at 206.464.2074 or dbarr@wac.net to reserve. Turkey Burn Thursday, November 24 Burn those calories! Join your favorite instructors on Thanksgiving morning for an intense calorie-burn, featuring boot camp, spin, Zumba, dance cardio, and yoga flow. 7:30 am start; free for members and member guests; register on the 4th Floor or contact coed@wac.net or 206.464.3098. American Red Cross CPR Training Saturday, December 10 Participants learn to recognize and respond to cardiac and breathing emergencies. Upon successful completion of the course, participants receive a two-year certification. Coursework includes adult, child and infant CPR. Advance registration is required. To register, contact Brandon Eckhardt at 206.464.3073 or beckhardt@wac.net. 9 am–12:30 pm; 8th Floor card room; $90 Xcelerate