Third Time's A Charm

One more time! So the new flooring will actually be put in This week, starting Thursday Nov 8. The weight floor will reopen Monday morning November 12 at 5:00am. During this closure the weight floor, racquetball courts, climbing wall, and Studio A will all be closed.

Take Two....The Summit Weight Floor

Guess what?? The concrete is now dry and we are ready to install the new floor! Yeah!! Yes, we are going to be able to install the rubber flooring that we had originally planned, it is going to be awesome.

The weight floor, studio A, racquetball and climbing wall will all be closed November 14-18 for installation of the new floor. Like before, the cardio area, track and gym will remain open. We decided to do this the week before Thanksgiving so that when families are together for the holiday the Summit will be fully open for everyone to enjoy.

Thank you so much for your patience and understanding.

Beginning Strength Training for 50+ Ladies

Do you want stronger bones and more strength?? Then we have got the class for you! Starting Monday, October 22 we will be starting a Beginning Strength Training class, this is for the ladies 50+ years of age. Learn basic weight training including free weights for stronger bones and more strength.

We have two times available:  Mondays and Fridays from 9:00am to 10:00am taught by  Dana.  Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:30pm to 6:30pm taught by Shanna.

This is free to members but space is limited. Please call 751-4100 or stop by the front desk to register.

New!! Zumba Gold

Guess what? You asked for it and you got it!! Zumba, but at a slightly slower pace, lower impact but still lots of great Zumba fun! This will be on the schedule as Senior Zumba but this is Not just for seniors, it's for anyone that has wanted to join a Zumba class but is looking for a lower impact version.

This new class will be starting Thursday, October 11th from 10:10am to 11:00am. Class will be held downstairs in Studio A. Have some fun and join us for Zumba Gold!!!

Weight Room Floors

As you know the weight room floor was closed last week to put in new flooring. During that process moisture was detected under the tiles. The good news, it was not standing water and there was no mold present. However, there is potential for moisture to return so we cannot put down the rubberized flooring. Instead, we have decided to install carpet which will allow the concrete to breathe and dry. We will reassess the feasibility of installing rubberized flooring in the future.

In order to install the new carpet, three days will be required to move all the strength equipment, prep the floor surface and lay the carpet. It would be ideal to do this in the Summer when we are less busy but we don't want to wait that long. Our tentative plan is to install the carpet on the Friday, Saturday and Sunday of Thanksgiving weekend. Like before we will have to close the weight floor, racquetball courts, climbing wall and studio A during this 3 day period. The new rubberized flooring that was intended for the weight floor will be stored and used upstairs in the cardio area, that work being scheduled for next summer.

This situation was unforeseen and we apologize for the inconvenience. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we make this needed adjustment. Moving forward, we want to restate our ongoing commitment to doing everything necessary to maintain our status as the Flathead Valley's top fitness and wellness facility.

Pink in Action

You can reduce your risk of Breast Cancer! How?  Studies show that excess weight is a risk factor for breast cancer, and healthy lifestyle choices can help prevent the disease.

Take Action! Kalispell Regional Healthcare invites you to show your commitment to breast cancer prevention by participating in a healthy activity of your choice on Saturday, October 6th.

* Free 5K Fun Run, Walk or Bike:

The Summit Medical Fitness Center, Registration is at 9:00am- Bike start time is 9:45am- Walk/Run start time 10:00am. Healthy snacks will be provided at the course's end. Awards will be presented for ;the most outrageous display of Pink attire.

*Workout at the Summit! Free Access to All* 7:00am to 9:00pm

* Free Zumba Class, 10:00am at the Summit

*Free Water Aerobics Class, 10:00am at the Summit

Register online at www.kalispellregional.org. For more information, call 751-6697

*kids under 13 must be accompanied by an adult

Save A Sister

October Is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and in support, the Flathead Valley community volunteer effort coordinated with Kalispell Regional Healthcare, North Valley Hospital, and the Flathead City-County Health Department is going to turn the town Pink!

Turn the Flathead Pink is an annual activity sponsored by Save A Sister to raise community awareness by asking businesses and individuals to decorate their business in pink and wear pink to show support for October Awareness Month.

Fact: One in 8 women will be stricken with Breast Cancer in her lifetime.

Fact: Only 49% of women in Montan are having screening mammograms as recommended by the American Cancer Society, nationwide is 66%.

If you are a woman, age 40 or over, please have a mammogram annually to help reduce the risk of dying from breast cancer by up to 40%. Early detection does save lives!!

If you need help: Save A Sister can help! We have partners in the Flathead Valley that can help you with your physician appointment and mammogram costs. Also, we funds to help pay for your mammogram if you do not have health insurance. So...do not let funding stand in the way! Call 752-7524 or 1-877-399-0384.

Join us on October 5th and Turn the Flathead Pink!!!