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JANUARY / FEBRUARY 2018 51 Special Olympics USA Games The 2018 Special Olympics USA Games will be held in Seattle this coming July 1–6. More than 4,000 athletes and coaches from around the country will compete along with the support of tens of thousands of volunteers and spectators. The WAC is a proud supporting partner of the 2018 games. To learn more and find out how to volunteer, visit specialolym picsusagames.org/volunteer. Soccer Players Wanted The WAC is looking for wom- en and men soccer players for an intermediate skill-level league in Seattle. Games will start in spring and take place on Monday nights. Contact Athletic Programs Manager Darin Barr at dbarr@wac.net. Handball Classic January 12–14 Come join the Handball Clas- sic and experience high-en- ergy, world-class handball at a great location. More than 100 players from around the country, including many from the Pacific Northwest, serve it up at this three- day event. Organized by the WAC Handball Club, this event features strong competition, exciting play, and plenty of socializing. Spectators welcome. uFriday–Sunday; To regis- ter, visit R2sports.com and search for "WAC Handball Classic." For more informa- tion, contact Darin Barr at dbarr@wac.net. The Main Event January 26–27 Boxers from around the na- tion face off in two nights of collegiate competition in the 8th Floor gym. This black-tie affair is a highlight of the college boxing season and one of the only events of its kind nationwide. Enjoy din- ner, drinks and comedy in the Crystal Ballroom before the fights. This event is an annual sellout. Don't delay! u Friday & Saturday, pro- gram begins at 5 pm; $175 (single ticket), $300 (VIP re- served); contact Darin Barr at 206.464.3074 or dbarr@ wac.net Morris Trophy January 18 The 38th 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 sea- son's award recipients at the Morris Trophy luncheon in the Crystal Ballroom. u Thursday; 12–1:30 pm; $35; to reserve, contact Darin Barr at 206.464.3074 or dbarr@ wac.net Pilates Pop-Up February 9–11 Get a guided studio tour of our Pilates apparatuses on the 4th and 8th floors. WAC Pilates instructors will be on hand to answer all your questions and assist you with demo sessions. Compli- mentary classes offered each day. Session package specials and light refresh- ments available. u Friday–Sunday; 11 am–1 pm; for more information, contact George Sommerrock at georges@wac.net BodySpec Scans February 11 We're hosting BodySpec! Dis- cover more about your health with a quick 10-minute scan. BodySpec performs body fat and composition scans using a mobile DXA scanner. Sched- ule your WAC appointment at bodyspec.com/scan-me. u Sunday; $45; for more information, contact George Sommerrock at georges@ wac.net Athletics Open House March 15 Explore all the ways the WAC can help you achieve and maintain your health and fitness goals. Come to our complimentary Athletics Open House on the lobby level to learn about programs, classes, clubs within the Club, sports teams, and training options. Meet team members from our Athletics department and mingle while you enjoy refreshments and demonstrations. u Thursday; 5–7 pm; for more information, con- tact Wayne Milner at 206.464.3076 or wmilner@wac.net Aquatics All sessions taught in the WAC pool on the 6th Floor. For more information or to sign up, contact swimlessons@wac.net or 206.464.3073. Aqua Boot Camp A high-intensity, low-impact workout. Great for those with knee, hip, and other joint issues. u Wednesdays: 1:30–2:30 pm; Fridays: 10:45–11:45 am Special Events athletic programs schedule J O H N B A N G