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What's the
difference between
fitness
orientation and personal training?
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What's the difference between fitness orientation and personal
training?
Ahhh . . . excellent question. It's the difference between showing
you how to do something versus making you do it!
Fitness Orientation is a service available to get you started on an
exercise program or regime. A personal trainer will also show you how to
use the equipment and suggest reps/sets and weights you can start with
and/or move to. Personal training starts with
fitness orientation, but then moves to the next level. During a personal
training session, the trainer, like a coach, is in charge of your
workout. Checking your form, tracking your progress, keeping your
workout moving, and motivating you to give your best performance, the
personal trainer takes your
workout program in his or her hands. You don't think-you just do! |
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How do I sign up
for
fitness
orientation or
fitness assessment?
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How do I sign up for fitness
orientation or fitness
assessment?
Just sign up at the front desk! |
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Can I freeze my membership for a period for health or
travel reasons? |
Can I freeze my membership for a period for health or travel
reasons?
Yes, you may under most circumstances. If you have made an annual
commitment or renewed your contract for a 12-month period, then you can apply
for a membership freeze (forms available at the front desk). If you are
traveling, you will need to supply address(es) at which you may be reached; if
you are freezing your membership for health reasons, you need to furnish a
doctor's note. The only membership
population who cannot do freezes are those who have fulfilled the one-year
commitment and are continuing on a month-to-month basis. These members would
need to commit to a one-year contract, which has its distinct benefits, to take
advantage of the membership freeze privilege.
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When traveling, can I get
any special deals at other
health
clubs because I
belong to
Fitness
World? |
When traveling, can I get any special deals at other health clubs
because I belong to
Fitness World?
Yes you can!
Fitness
World is a
member of the
International
Health, Racquet and Sports Club Association (IHRSA), which provides members
with guest privileges at over 3,000 clubs worldwide. IHRSA's database of member
clubs can be found on their website,
www.healthclubs.com. The site, which is updated monthly, enables
individuals to search for a Passport club on the basis of amenities, guest fee,
and location. Mapping software shows the exact location of each club and
provides directions. As a participating club,
we have a supply of stickers for your membership card, or IHRSA membership
cards, which members use to get into a Passport club when traveling. This ID
gives you access to private clubs at a discounted or waived fee for short
visits. Ask a manager for details if you are going to be traveling.
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Can I bring a
guest?
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Can I bring a guest?
Members have guest privileges that allow them to bring a guest for
$10/visit. However, a local guest can only use this service twice each six
month period.
If you are hosting a
long-term guest, you might look into acquiring a short-term membership for that
person.
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What are the
advantages of
annual renewal versus
month-to month
membership? |
What are the advantages of annual renewal versus month-to month
membership?
There are several. First of all, members who have a month-to-month membership
are those who are on the monthly draft, have already fulfilled their initial
12-month obligation, and have not renewed their annual contract. While they have
the freedom to stop their membership at any time by filling out a cancellation
form, they lose out on benefits, such as membership freezes. Furthermore,
month-to-month members are subject to rate increases, whereas renewal members
can lock into their renewal rate. If you are a
month-to-month member afraid to commit to an annual contract because you think
you might relocate within 12 months, never fear! You can stop your membership
even if you have an annual contract if you are moving 8 miles away from your
former residence and 30 miles from
Fitness
World. You
just need to fill out a cancellation form (ask at the front desk) and provide
verification of your move by the 15 days notice for when you want the draft
to stop. As you can see, if you are satisfied with
Fitness
World, it is
definitely in your interest to renew for a year. And all you need to do is see a
manager and take care of a minimal amount of paperwork. It's painless-we swear! |
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How come some people get towels and I don't?
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How come some people get towels and I don't?
Although we do not
offer a towel service, you may purchase new towels (that you keep) at the Front
Desk
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How come some
people get big lockers and I don't?
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How come some people get big lockers and I don't?
In short, they pay for them! Personal, full-length lockers are
available for $15/month, a fee that can be attached to your annual contract or
paid in full for the year. Personal, full-length lockers are an attractive,
convenient option for professionals who use the facilities in the early morning
or lunch hours and want to keep toiletry items, etc. on hand. People who use a
lot of equipment in the gym, such as weight belts, ankle or hand weights, boxing
gloves, lifting gloves and water bottles, might also find this a worthwhile
option. If you are interested in having your own full-length locker, inquire at
the front desk.
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