April 2024
Welcome to your monthly newsletter, This Month at Midtown!
This is your space to explore all the events, programs and experiences coming up at Midtown Palatine. We’ll be updating it every month with fresh ideas, tips from your favorite Midtown coaches, and all the happenings at the club, so make sure you bookmark this page!
Last updated: April 1
SPOTLIGHT
PICKLEBALL IS HERE
Indoor Pickleball is now open, with 3 brand new courts available for scheduled programming and court reservations. We offer a variety of Pickleball programs for all skill levels, including instruction, coach supervised open play, and random court reservations. Private and semi-private instruction is also available.
ELEVATING YOUR EXPERIENCE
We’re excited to introduce your new spaces open in the club:
- The Cafe: Fuel your day with fresh and nourishing options with a brand new, elevated menu in this re-opened space.
- Basketball Court: We’re excited for you to see the new basketball court, just down the hall from the Arena studio.
- EveryBody Fights: Check out our new boxing studio, with classes designed for peak strength and conditioning.
As we continue to elevate your experience at the Club, here are a few key details to keep in mind:
- We have a temporary entrance through the Athletico doors, offering you a convenient and streamlined way to access your new fitness floor. There will be a temporary check-in station ready to point you in the right direction.
- As we shift to renovate the men’s locker room, the outdoor family locker room will be used as the temporary men’s locker room space. Access via the indoor pool.
EVENTS
THIRD THURSDAY TRIVIA | APRIL 18
Join us in the Café from 6:30 – 7:30 pm for Trivia Night, hosted by Pub Trivia. Light bites will be provided.
PROGRAM BLITZ | APRIL 27 & 29
Join us at the club from 12:00 – 1:15 pm to learn all about our tennis and aquatics summer programming and register for your preferred spot.
INTERNATIONAL DANCE DAY | APRIL 29
There are two opportunities to celebrate International Dance Day together and connect with your fellow members:
9:15 am – 9:45 am Family Zumba with Carli on the half court (open to ages 12+, any children that attend must be attending with a parent)
10:15 am – 11:15 am Zumba/Hip Hop Mashup with Carli & Will (in the Theater)
FITNESS
SATURDAY SPECIALTY WORKSHOP IN SAMADHI: A RESTORATIVE JOURNEY THROUGH THE CHAKRAS | APRIL 6
Chakras are energy centers in your body that affect you physically, emotionally, and spiritually. This unique workshop, starting at Noon and led by Sarah L. uses discussion, restorative yoga and essential oils to: Be Grounded. Feel Your Flow. Get Centered. Expand your heart. Speak your truth. See Clearly. Know you’re connected.
SATURDAY SPECIALTY WORKSHOP IN SAMADHI: SOUND HEALING & YIN POSES | APRIL 13
Navraaz B. will lead a 12:00pm session for recovery set to the sound of crystal bowls to help guide the breath through Yin Yoga poses and sequences.
SATURDAY SPECIALTY WORKSHOP IN SAMADHI: YOGA MUSIC FLOW | APRIL 20
Join Jill M. at noon for loud, uplifting tunes that set the tone for this guided practice with opportunities to explore, flow, and vibe together and on your own.
SATURDAY SPECIALTY WORKSHOP IN SAMADHI: INTRO TO KUNDALINI SHAKTI | APRIL 27
Join us at noon for learning about one of the traditional yoga philosophies around our personal power, Kundalini Shakti. We will explore cleansing practices and techniques that clear pathways for our personal power to flow more freely into our current yoga practice.
BUILDING HEALTHY HABITS | NEW YOUTUBE VIDEO
Want the secret to success in staying on track with your fitness goals? Watch our latest YouTube video to hear from one of our personal trainers about what it takes to build healthy habits.
RACQUET SPORTS
TENNIS IN NO TIME | STARTS APRIL 20
There’s a reason the word “LOVE” is used in tennis. It’s because tennis is not so much a sport as it is a passion. And you can learn it in no time at Midtown Athletic Club.
Boasting the country’s top coaches, Midtown has been a leader in tennis instruction for decades and will turn you into a player in just 4 weeks. We offer a variety of convenient lesson times and can even lend you a racquet.
YOUTH MATCH PLAY | APRIL 20
Velocity players will be introduced to match play in level based, fun sessions. All match plays are for players ages 6-13 training on red, orange and green balls. Click on the link to browse specific levels and times.
FUN FRIDAYS | APRIL 26
Join Coach Krisztina for mixed doubles fun on a Friday night at 7:30 pm. Tennis and your first drink are included.
SUMMER PROGRAM REGISTRATION STARTS APRIL 24
Summer registration is almost here, ask a coach to help you find the right racquet sports programs!
AQUATICS
SUMMER PROGRAM REGISTRATION STARTS APRIL 24
Summer program registration is almost here, ask a coach to help you find the right aquatic programs! We offer level-based swim programs for youth and adults.
FAMILY
KIDS NIGHT OUT | APRIL 19
Everyone needs a night out, including kids. Children ages 3-12 are invited to Kidtown for a night of age-specific activities including dancing, dodgeball, arts and crafts, and more. Kids must be potty-trained.
CAMP MIDTOWN: SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION IS LIVE
From the pool to the tennis courts and everything in between, Camp Midtown offers kids a memorable camp experience. Book your preferred session today!
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