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It’s Her Birthday & She’ll Swim if She Wants to!
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79 Year Old Portlander to Swim 80 Laps for International Charity
PORTLAND, OR—Long-time Oregon Athletic Clubs (OAC) member Barbara Dougan will swim 80 laps for the Angels of Hope Foundation at RiverPlace Athletic Club (RAC) on May 1.
Most 80 year olds would prefer a quiet, afternoon birthday party—maybe some cake, a few cups of tea, a game of shuffleboard. But it’s safe to say Barbara isn’t your average octogenarian. The vibrant Portlander’s birthday celebration includes plans to swim 80 laps in the club’s pool alongside friends, family, and other RAC members/staff during a special fundraiser to benefit the Angels of Hope Foundation’s “Peaceful Home for Children” (PHC) orphanage in Kianyaga, Kenya.
“Barbara Dougan is the most adventuresome woman I know,” says Front Desk Service Professional Denise Danforth. “She climbed Mount Everest with her daughter and granddaughter a couple of years ago, and last year, she won our I Lost it at the Club competition, logging the most exercise points!”
Barbara , who has been a Charter Member since 1988, couldn’t imagine a more fitting combination for her birthday celebration—swimming and raising money for an organization near and dear to her heart. Her goal is simple: asking each participant to pledge one dollar per lap in the hopes of collecting $4,000, 100% of which will be donated directly to the orphanage.
“PHC is located on the slopes of Mt. Kenya, where fourteen sweet children (age four to ten) are expected to live most of their lives, as adoption in Kenya is uncommon,” says Barbara. “The money we raise will be held in an education fund already established, so that when the children are ready for secondary school, they will have the resources they need.”
There will be three lap lanes reserved on May 1 for all RAC members interested in joining the charity swim. Registering is easy: just stop by the front desk at RAC and sign up!
Unable to participate on May 1? “Not a problem,” says Barbara, “You can swim any way, any time,” and sign up when/where it’s most convenient for you. Visit Barbara’s website to download and print the pledge sheet so that your friends and family can sponsor you, and to donate directly to PHC via Pay Pal.
Fit Family Fun Night, Group Fitness Launch & Spa Open House!
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DON’T MISS THE FIT FAMILY FUN NIGHT, GROUP FITNESS LAUNCH &
SPA OPEN HOUSE DURING OAC’S SPRING WELLNESS WEEK !
FIT FAMILY FUN NIGHT
Friday, April 15, 5:30-7:30 pm
Free play for the entire family, obstacle course, relays, a bounce house & special menu from the New Leaf Bistro!
GROUP FITNESS LAUNCH
Saturday, April 16*, 9:00 am
Experience the new moves & new music of our Spring Group Fitness Launch!
SPA OPEN HOUSE
Saturday, April 16, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Spa tours, mini services, skincare consults & discounts!
SCHEDULE
Bethany: Saturday, April 16th
- BodyPump, 9:00 am
- Body Combat, 10:15 am
- Zumba, 11:30 am
RiverPlace: Saturday, April 16th
- BodyPump, 9:00 am
- BodyCombat, 10:15 am
April 15-17: Please contact the Front Desk for full schedule details: 503.640.6404
We Ran, Like Mothers!
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Over 70 women and children joined Portlander Sarah Bowen Shea—marathoner, mother, and author of “Run Like a Mother”— April 9 at RiverPlace Athletic Club for 3 and 5 mile RLAMiversary runs!
RAC’s inaugural RLAMiversary event also included a post-race social with complimentary New Leaf Bistro refreshments, chair massages, grab bags, running tips for women, and a talk led by the author.
“It was a great first event where new running friends were formed, and many heart warming stories were shared by all that attended,” says Rod Ilg, RAC General Manager.
Adds Program Manager Jen Smirl, “It was very inspiring to see all those beautiful, fit mammas, lots of great energy, and lots of strollers!”
Both OAC and Run Like a Mother look forward for future gatherings and running events! For more information on the book, RLAMiversary runs, or to join the conversation, log on to the RLAM facebook page.
Enter to Win a Family Four-Pack of Tickets to the Portland Timbers VS. FC Dallas Game!
Share your story with Oregon Athletic Clubs, an official athletic club partner of the Portland Timbers!
Post your favorite OAC + The Pointe Spa experience on our facebook wall between today and Sunday at 11:59 pm & enter to win a family four-pack of tickets to the Timbers vs. FC Dallas game on April 17th at the new Jeld-Wen Field!
We will announce one lucky winner Monday, April 11 at 9:00 am on facebook*
*No purchase necessary. OAC + The Pointe Spa employees not eligible. Winner will be drawn at random.
Run Like a Mother!
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Join Portlander Sarah Bowen Shea—marathoner, mother, and author of “Run Like a Mother”—on April 9 at RiverPlace Athletic Club (9:30 am) for fun/non-competitive 3 and 5 mile RLAMiversary runs and a post-race social including: complimentary New Leaf Bistro refreshments, chair massages, grab bags, running tips for women and more!
Dubbed “A bible for active parents,” by The New York Times, “Run Like a Mother: How to Get Moving and Not Lose Your Family, Job, or Sanity,” is available at Amazon.com, bn.com, Borders.com, and in bookstores.
Join the chat on the RLM website, or on Facebook, and for more information regarding the event, contact the front desk at RiverPlace.
Are You Ready for Portland’s “Right of Spring”?
It’s time to kick off running season, and first up is the 33rd Edition Shamrock Run! The race, which takes place on Sunday, March 13 is a local tradition, and serves as the official opening day of race season. Bethany Athletic Club has assembled a huge team to participate in this year’s event, which includes 5k, 8k, and 15k runs, as well as a 5k fitness walk and a kid’s run/walk.
Race day is just around the corner, so it’s time to lace up those shoes! Get a head start on your training, and join the BAC Running Club every Saturday morning at 8am sharp!
For more information, contact: Hayley McKeen
Hawthorn Farm Collects Donations for Oregon Food Bank
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Staff from OAC’s Hawthorn Farm, having a great time at Haggen during our annual member food drive to benefit the Oregon Food Bank!
Member Food Drive Gains Momentum
Oregon Athletic Clubs’ annual member food drive in conjunction with Haggen, has been successful since its kick off on November 1. With one week left (ends on 11/24/10) we’re working hard to reach our goal to collect 2,010 pounds of food, which will be donated to the Oregon Food Bank for OR and WA families in need this holiday season.
Please come out to Haggen (18000 NW Evergreen Parkway, located in the Tanasbourne Shopping Center) to support this great cause, on the following dates (only two days left!):
- Saturday 11/20 11-1 pm
- Monday 11/22 4-6 pm
It’s as easy as purchasing just one extra item (non perishable/dry and canned goods) while you do your shopping! On your way out of the store, drop your items in the donation barrel located at the store entrance.
And to show our appreciation of your support, OAC will give you a complimentary five-day pass to one our clubs, and you will also be entered into a raffle to win a $50 Wellness Gift Card that may be used in any one of our clubs or Pointe Spas!
Don’t forget, you may also donate at any one of OAC’s locations: RiverPlace, Bethany and Hawthorn Farm Athletic Club.
Burn the Turkey!
Turkey Day is just around the corner—start yours off on a healthy foot! Join us Thanksgiving morning (November 25, 9:30-10:15 am) at all three clubs for our annual “Burn the Turkey” ciruit training event! OAC instructors combine a variety of exercise formats to create a fun and healthy fitness experience for the entire family!*
For more information, contact your club’s front desk.
*Event is open to members age 7, and older.
OAC & Haggen Partner for Holiday Food Drive
OAC representative Ben Christie collecting food donations at Haggen
Oregon Athletic Clubs is partnering with Haggen (18000 NW Evergreen Parkway, located in the Tanasbourne Shopping Center) for their annual member food drive to benefit the Oregon Food Bank’s fight against hunger. After our first weekend of partnership, we’re already well on our way to reaching this year’s goal—to collect 2,010 pounds of food for Oregon and Washington families in need.
Here’s how you can help support this great cause: save your shopping trips for at least one of the dates listed below. It’s as easy as purchasing just one extra item (non perishable/dry and canned goods) while you do your shopping! On your way out of the store, drop your items in the donation barrel located at the store entrance.
And to show our appreciation of your support, OAC will give you a complimentary five-day pass to one our clubs, and you will also be entered into a raffle to win a $50 Wellness Gift Card that may be used in any one of our clubs or Pointe Spas!
OAC will have representatives at Haggen on the following dates/times:
- Monday 11/8 4-6 pm
- Wednesday 11/10 4-6 pm
- Saturday 11/13 11-1 pm
- Tuesday 11/16 4-6 pm
- Thurs, 11/18 4-6 pm
- Saturday 11/20 11-1 pm
- Monday 11/22 4-6 pm
And don’t forget, you may also donate at any one of OAC’s locations: RiverPlace, Bethany and Hawthorn Farm Athletic Club.
