The official word: Hooray! As of Tuesday, February 16th, the Halton Public Health area will move into the Red-Control colour-coded response framework.

Personal Training: You can now book personal training sessions through your trainer – chances are they have already contacted you. Personal training sessions will be held on the hour, for 55 minutes, allowing us time to sanitize after you leave. We need you back!  If you are not comfortable coming into the gym, then please contact me or your trainer and we will set up your sessions on ZOOM.

Surviving: Needless to say, we’ve had to make numerous changes for the business to survive. One of the changes is that we will no longer be using the Mind Body app. For you, the only change is that you will not be receiving appointment confirmations. I expect that you all have your own calendars anyway, and the reminders were really not necessary. HOWEVER: If you do feel you need a reminder, please talk to your trainer and we’ll make arrangements.

Payment Options: I will be contacting you individually regarding payment options as they are changing.

Equipment: If we have loaned you equipment please drop it back at the gym by Monday evening at the side entrance into the sunroom. Text me with details of what you have returned. I will sanitize it all and return it to its proper place. If you can’t drop it off, please text me before Monday and I will arrange to pick it up from you.

Protocol:
First and foremost, please don’t come to the gym if you or anyone in your home has been exposed to a person with COVID-19 or had symptoms within the last 14 days.

The gym will run as it did from August to December 25th last year:

• You must wear a mask into and out of the building.
• You must sanitize your hands upon entry and exiting.
• You can remove your mask when you are in your room with your trainer.
• Equipment will be sanitized thoroughly before you arrive, and again after you leave.

Personal Workouts: If you wish to come to the gym to workout, you must text (or email) Barb to book a time. Please note that there are more afternoon slots available than morning slots. We will do our best to accommodate you but please be patient as we adjust to the protocols.

Included in your Membership: Take advantage of the 8 classes per week that are available through your membership. Check the website for details.

Extra Offering #1: Sip and Chill Yoga (The next class on Zoom is February 26th at 8 pm) Cost is $15.00 No experience is necessary. Please invite your friends. Join us. Bring a glass of wine or if its a dry February (well done you!) bring a soda water!

Extra Offering #2: Chair Yoga: Next session starts on March 5th for 8 weeks. Cost is $120. plus HST. This is great for people with some mobility issues. This the second session and is a huge success.

Here’s to heath and fitness. Here’s to getting back to the gym! Here’s to setting and meeting goals. To help us rebuild, please follow us (and like us) on Facebook and Instagram. Thanks!

All the best to you and yours and we hope to see you soon…

Barb

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The trend in fitness this year is “functional fitness,” a call to all of us to exercise as we age. Functional fitness is defined as “exercises that train your muscles to help you do everyday activities safely and efficiently”. This has been the ethos of our studio since the day we opened our doors five and a half years ago.

Maintain Your Quality of Life

One of the key points that can be taken away from this fitness trend is that exercise is essential to prevent muscle atrophy.

As we live longer, we must focus on functional fitness to maintain a good quality of life. We recognize that it is difficult for today’s busy professionals to get to the gym regularly; however, this trend reminds every age group that it is either “exercise OR atrophy.”  Let’s choose exercise!  

Improve your mobility and strength

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This is a 6-week class held twice weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11AM – 12PM. It runs from January 8 – February 14, 2019.

The price is $240 for members and non-members. Please call to book your place:  647.525.6839

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Check out the beautiful line of men’s and women’s fitness apparel and gym bags available from Glen Fitness and order yours today!

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This fall, we will be teaching you all to sign in for your classes on line at MiNDBODY. Don’t stress, we will teach you how to use the app. This gives us the ability to see if classes are over scheduled (we need to add a second class) or under scheduled….we have to cancel.

Lisa Capabianco will be holding a special 4 week course in beginners yoga starting late September (numbers permitting). There is a cost associated with this, and it is open to non-members, however members have priority and a discounted rate.

Did you know that our own Kelli Irwin-Scott has Reiki Masters qualification? Watch this space for more information as to how you can book appointments to see her, at the Studio.

CLASSES

Monday:

• 8 am yoga with Lisa Capabianco … Every other week this will be a YIN YOGA class.

Tuesday:

• 8:15 – 8:45 Qigong with Heather Menesis (Balanced Acupuncture)

Wednesday:

• 8 am yoga with Lisa
• 7 pm RESTORATIVE YOGA with Allison Monett.

Thursday:

• Stretch Class – details to follow

Friday:

• 8:15 – 8:45 Qigong with Heather

Saturday:

• 8 am spin class
• 9 am spin class
• 9 am YOGA
• 10:00 BOOT CAMP With Jodi beginning September 15th.

See you soon!

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I went into the house and told my husband that I was going to see what this place was about, enough is enough. I walked in and was greeted by Barbara Gill. What a warm welcome I received! I loved the fact that Glen Fitness wasn’t your typical gym. It was just like dropping in at a friend’s house to hang out and do some fun stuff. Barb introduced me to Kelli and I immediately felt comfortable and willing to share my story.

I have been at the gym since October and have lost some weight with more to go, but I feel energized and supported in my journey for sure. Looking at the before and after pictures only after 4 months, including Thanksgiving/Vacation and Christmas I am well on my way to my goals.

Kelli is my inspiration along with a few other members (Ginny) at Glen Fitness. Everyone is cheering for you, no negative thoughts are allowed, no putting yourself down. I love that Kelli encourages me to do better at every session.

I would like to thank Barb, Kelli and Jodi for all the encouragement and positive vibes!

Wendy Palmer

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Heather Meneses will be leading a Qigong class in the spirit of Valentine’s Day. The atmosphere will be fun and casual to awaken creativity within yourself and your partner.

The feminine spirit is full of potential energy – learn how to nurture and expand that potential for self healing and increased joy in your life.

Bring your questions and an open attitude!

• Women only – 1:00pm and/or 7:30pm
  Men only – 2:00pm

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Your trainer won’t be able to come to your door and drag you to the gym, though. But a friend can!

We now offer Team Training. Partner up with a friend and do your training session together. Save some money, plus it’s fun! Or if you prefer – misery loves company.

Work out together. Achieve your goals together. Keep each other strong. Challenge, encourage, and motivate each other.

So call us and join The Glen Fitness Studio with your bestie!

Join before December 15, 2017!

You’ll get one month membership free AND a free team training session. Contact us for for a tour today.

Think Christmas: Team training would make a great present!

Oh, and… This is Barb Bryant and Brian Robinson. Brian is the trainer

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