Our member newsletter, "Be Legendary," is now published and distributed as an E-Newsletter.  Published on a monthly basis, "Be Legendary" is distributed to members via e-mail and at various locations in the Club.  If you wish to receive the e-newsletter by e-mail, please send us your e-mail address or drop it off at the front desk.

"To Be Legendary:"  Northgate's E-Newsletter   November, 2005   Edition

Welcome to the 9th Edition of our newest communication tool!  Your E-Newsletter is designed to bring you more information, more often.  We want to keep you in touch with all that is happening at your Club and this is another step in that direction.  We hope you enjoy the newsletter and please let us know what you think… we are especially interested in your suggestions for future topics.  Feel free to leave your input/suggestions at the front desk or e-mail David at nghc@aol.com.

If you picked this newsletter up at the Club, think about getting connected… via e-mail.  Just provide us with your e-mail address, make sure your SPAM fighter allows northgatehc.com and dskinner@charterinternet.com communications through and you won't miss a newsletter… even while spending the winter in sunny Florida, cruising the Bahamas or missing a week of workouts here at your Club.  Being connected will also allow us to give you immediate facility/program updates.  For example, if a class instructor is ill, we can e-mail any class changes or cancellations.  Please note that your e-mail address is for Northgate's communication only and will not be given out or sold to anyone else.

2-Year & 3-Year Memberships:  Less Than 15 Left!

If you’ve been thinking about taking advantage of the 20-33% discounts on these prepaid memberships, we are down to the final few!  Under 15 remain and we expect them to be gone by Thanksgiving.

If you purchase a 2-Year Membership, you will save 20% and avoid any dues increases for two years.  If you purchase a 3-Year Membership, you will save 33% and avoid dues increases for the next three years.  And there is more:  first, save an additional 4% on either membership by paying with cash or a personal check; second, receive an additional 1 FREE month by purchasing either package by November 23rd. 

Just a reminder that these memberships are for current members only; must be prepaid; are subject to state and local sales tax and will start when your current membership ends.  If you have any questions or wish to purchase one of the remaining memberships, please stop by the front desk.

New Cardio Equipment In Place

Santa did arrive early at Northgate Health Club… (10) 2006 Star Trac treadmills, (2) 2006 Star Trac cross trainers and (10) new Johnny G Spinning bikes have been delivered and have proved to be a big hit.  The Star Trac cross trainers are rated as the “best in show” and you are the first in the Rochester area to enjoy them.  We can’t wait to hear what you think of the new pieces.

We do apologize for any inconvenience the delivery may have caused.  In addition, we will be selling off the old Star Trac treadmills as soon as is possible.  We hope the “old” will all be gone by Thanksgiving.

Let Us Know What You Think Of The Club Exterior Renovations

The Health Club’s exterior renovations are virtually complete:  the exterior walls have been painted and the parking lot has been re-surfaced and re-lined; more parking spots have been added on the south and west sides;  more lighting added on the south and east sides of the Club; and rain gutter repair will be the final step.

Thanks to all for your patience during all of these exterior upgrades and now we need your input:  what do you like the best and what else would you like to see done to the exterior of your Club?  Either speak to an employee TEAM member or feel free to fill out one of the suggestion slips at our opinion station located directly east of the front entry.

Interior Health Club Upgrades Still On Tap

** Re-Carpeting of the lobby and main fitness areas

** New lockers in the Women’s Locker Room

** New tanning registration software

** A “boat load” of misc surprises! 

We will post the exact installation dates as they become available.

Coming Next Week:  “Thin&Healthy’s Total Solution”  Weight Management System

Beginning the week of November 14^th, Northgate Health Club members can become a part of “Thin&Healthy’s” Total Solution.  Losing weight requires a three-pronged attack:  health foods education, metabolism retraining and positive lifestyle adjustment.  Only “Thin&Healthy” guarantees a safe and easy weight loss of 2 – 7 pounds per week by incorporating all three in a unique total solution to helping you lose your unwanted pounds and keep the pounds off.

During the coming weeks, “Thin & Healthy” representatives will be at the Club to provide FREE metabolism evaluations,  answer questions and show you how “Thin & Healthy” can help you finally reach your health & fitness goals.

Price Increase Info

This Fall has been an eventful one at Northgate:  new fitness equipment, new paint (inside and out), new parking lot with more parking spaces & lighting along with new carpet and air conditioning equipment to come.  We hope you are enjoying the upgrades!

What has allowed us to make this $150,000 + investment in your Club is our newly negotiated long-term lease extension.  We had looked at alternative space but none of the alternatives could match the combination of our current location, improved parking lot and lease rate.  Our lease renewal will begin January 1, 2006 , and keep us at Northgate Center for years to come.

Along with this lease extension does come an increase in our rent costs along with the increases we all have seen in utilities and natural gas prices.  Due to these increases we will need to increase our monthly dues revenue.  As a current member, we are offering you two choices as to how you will be affected by the price increase:

Choice #1:  Refer a new member between November 1, 2005 , and December 20, 2005 , and see no dues increase for 2006.  Refer a second new member between January 1, 2006 , and December 20, 2006 , and see no dues increase for 2007.  Referral cards can be picked up at the Club and your friends need to present your card at the time they join for you to receive credit.  Also, for you to receive credit, your friend needs to join on a 12-month Silver, Gold or Platinum membership.  Two new members, no price increase for you for two years!

Choice #2:  With no referral our rates will increase by $1 per month ($2.00 on a couple/family membership) in 2006 and by an additional $1.50 per month ($2.00 on a couple/family membership) in 2007.  If you are in the initial term of your membership, these changes will not affect you until your membership auto renews.  If your membership has auto renewed and is month to month, the changes will take affect on January 5, 2006 and January 5, 2007 .  If you have prepaid your membership, the changes will take affect upon your renewal date.  As always, these prices are subject to state and local sales tax.     

There is the one other option mentioned above… we still have  2-year or 3-year Membership Extensions available.  If you extend your membership by two years you will receive a 20% discount off current rates, and if you extend your membership by three years you will receive a 33% discount off current rates.  Less than (15) of these Membership Extensions remain and require prepayment by cash, check or credit card.

Thanks for your patronage.   In the coming years we look forward to serving you and all your fitness needs as we continue to honor our pledge to provide 24 hours of full service and the finest fitness facilities, programs and equipment possible.

How Would You Like To Avoid Next Year’s $1 Per Month Price Increase?

Simply introduce a friend to Northgate by December 20, 2005 … it’s that easy.  If your friend joins on an annual (Silver, Gold or Platinum) membership and retains their membership beyond our 10-day Warranty Period, your dues will not increase in 2006.  Sponsor a second friend by December 20, 2006 and “no price increase for you” in 2007! 

To receive more information and to receive a “Beat The Increase” Northgate Health Club Sponsor Card(s) to give to your friend(s), please stop by the front desk to ask for Lynne, Kerri, Greg, Carissa or Paula.  Remember, your friend needs to bring in your Sponsor Card with your name on it for you to receive credit.  No card, no credit. 

Thanks ahead of time for supporting your Club!

Lady Northgate Update

Lady Northgate’s opening date of December 1^st is fast approaching and the renovations in the new space have hit a fever pitch.  The walls are framed, the electrical and plumbing are roughed in and the finishing work is about to begin.

If you wish to take a peek, please feel free to stop by Lady Northgate anytime between 9 AM and 7:30 PM on Monday through Friday.  Someone will be there to give you a pre-opening tour.  Also, be sure to register for a Caribbean Cruise to be given away in early December.

 Used Star Trac Treadmill Sale

 With the new Star Trac treadmills in place, we are selling (10) of the replaced models.  They are in good condition and being sold as is.  Originally purchased for over $4,000 per treadmill, these used models are being sold for $499 (4000 Model) and $599 (4500 Model). 

 If you are interested, don’t wait too long.  Beginning this week, we will be advertising them in the Shopper and the PB so the (10) aren’t expected to last long.

Tanning Special

300 Minutes for the Price of 200 minutes:  Only $24!  This offer is good through November 30, 2005 .  Please bring in a copy of this E-Newsletter to receive this special price.

"To Be Legendary:"  Northgate's E-Newsletter   October, 2005   Edition

Welcome to the 8th Edition of our newest communication tool!  Your E-Newsletter is designed to bring you more information, more often.  We want to keep you in touch with all that is happening at your Club and this is another step in that direction.  We hope you enjoy the newsletter and please let us know what you think… we are especially interested in your suggestions for future topics.  Feel free to leave your input/suggestions at the front desk or e-mail David at nghc@aol.com.

If you picked this newsletter up at the Club, think about getting connected… via e-mail.  Just provide us with your e-mail address, make sure your SPAM fighter allows www.northgatehc.com and dskinner@charterinternet.com communications through and you won't miss a newsletter… even while spending the winter in sunny Florida, cruising the Bahamas or missing a week of workouts here at your Club.  Being connected will also allow us to give you immediate facility/program updates.  For example, if a class instructor is ill, we can e-mail any class changes or cancellations.  Please note that your e-mail address is for Northgate's communication only and will not be given out or sold to anyone else.

New Cardio Equipment Arriving This Week!

Santa will be arriving early at Northgate Health Club… (10) 2006 Star Trac treadmills, (2) 2006 Star Trac cross trainers and (10) new Johnny G Spinning bikes will arrive by the end of this week (October 14^th).  The Star Trac cross trainers are rated as the “best in show” and you will be the first in the Rochester area to enjoy them.  We can’t wait to hear what you think of the new pieces.

We do apologize ahead of time for any inconvenience the delivery will create.  We will be moving out the old while Star Trac professionals install the new.  For much of the delivery day, it may seem like “Grand Central Station” around the cardio area.  When the exact date of delivery is confirmed, we will post the info at the front desk and in the cardio area.

Once the new cardio is installed, our trainers will be available to show you how to use the equipment.  Enjoy!

2-Year & 3-Year Memberships:  25 Purchased and 25 Remain

If you’ve been thinking about taking advantage of the 20-33% discounts on these prepaid memberships, the time to act is now!  Only 25 remain and the usual “run” on these multiple year memberships has begun in earnest.

If you purchase a 2-Year Membership, you will save 20% and avoid any dues increases for two years.  If you purchase a 3-Year Membership, you will save 33% and avoid dues increases for the next three years.  And there is more:  first, save an additional 4% on either membership by paying with cash or a personal check; second, receive an additional 1 ½ FREE months by purchasing either package by October 20^th.  Like we said… Santa is coming early at Northgate Health Club!

Just a reminder that these memberships are for current members only; must be prepaid; are subject to state and local sales tax and will start when your current membership ends.  If you have any questions or wish to purchase one of the remaining 25 memberships, please stop by the front desk.

The Club Exterior Renovations Are Almost Complete

Just in time for the busy months our exterior is getting in tip-top shape.  The exterior walls have been painted and the parking lot has been re-surfaced and re-lined.  Still to come:  additional lighting on the south and east sides of the Club; rain gutter repair and additional parking spots on the south side of the building.

Please note that the shopping center management has moved the front two rows on the north side a bit closer to our front door.  This change gives a significant amount of extra room for those who choose to park by the far north curb.  This will make it easier for everyone to get in and out of parking spots.  Also, please note the yellow-painted curbing (no parking!) and some newly marked “no parking” areas.  These “no parking” areas are required to help keep the drive through’s open and clear. 

Thanks to all for your patience during all of these exterior upgrades!

Interior Health Club Upgrades Still On Tap

** Re-Carpeting of the lobby and main fitness areas

** New lockers in the Women’s Locker Room

** New floor matting in the Free Weight Center

** New tanning registration software

** A “boat load” of misc surprises! 

We will post the exact installation dates as they become available.

Coming Soon:  “Thin&Healthy’s Total Solution”  Weight Management System

Losing weight requires a three-pronged attack:  health foods education, metabolism retraining and positive lifestyle adjustment.  Only “Thin&Healthy” incorporates all three in a unique total solution to helping you lose your unwanted pounds and keep the pounds off.

Available to all Northgate members through a reciprocal use agreement, “Thin&Healthy” guarantees a safe and easy weight loss of 2 – 7 pounds per week and gets permanent results through the big three:  healthy foods education, metabolism retraining and “Life Success.” 

Keep your eyes and ears open for more info on this exciting addition to the Northgate family.

How Would You Like A FREE Month Of Membership?

Simply introduce a friend to Northgate… it’s that easy.  If your friend joins on an annual (Silver, Gold or Platinum) membership and retains their membership beyond our 10-day Warranty Period, you will receive a FREE month of membership.  And there is no limit to the number of FREE months you can earn! 

To receive more information and to receive a Northgate Sponsor Card(s) to give to your friend(s), please stop by the front desk to ask for Lynne, Kerri, Greg, Jerrica or Carrissa.  Remember, your friend needs to bring in your Sponsor Card with your name on it for you to receive credit. 

Thanks ahead of time for supporting your Club!

Lady Northgate Update

December 1^st remains an important day on the Northgate calendar… the day Lady Northgate, Rochester ’s only full service fitness center for women only, will open its doors for fitness. 

The planning stage is complete and the actual build out has begun.  Located in the new River Center Plaza right next to Glynner’s, Lady Northgate has been a noisy place the past two weeks.  Demolition of the old is just about completed, plumbing is being roughed in and the new walls are about to go up.

One unique feature that we are testing at Lady Northgate is an entry system that uses the new thumb print technology.  Instead of scanning your membership card, our system will scan your thumb print:  no more cards to pull out of your wallet or fitness bag.  If the new technology proves to be efficient and durable at Lady Northgate, we will be adding the system at the Health Club.  We’ll keep you posted.

After the first of the new year we are planning a double Northgate Grand Opening Celebration:  a Re-Grand Opening at Northgate Health Club to commemorate the over $150,000 in upgrades and a Grand Opening at Lady Northgate to commemorate its opening for business.  More information will be coming soon. 

Why A Personal Trainer…

…to succeed at looking and feeling your best!  It’s that simple.  For some, self-serve fitness works.  For most of us, we need fun, direction, motivation and accountability.  It is always fun to work out with a friend.  Our Certified Personal Trainers become your fitness buddy.  You name the time and they are always there for you.  They keep your fitness program fresh and keep you coming back for more.

Our Certified Personal Trainers take the guess work out of your fitness program.  You no longer need to wonder if you are doing the right thing, exercising for the right amount of time and are using the equipment in the proper way.  Our trainers provide direction and  keep you on the right path.

Motivation is all about having short-term goals that when reached brings a pat on the back from someone who knows how much sweat went into the achievement… a pat on the back from your Personal Trainer.

A number of members have commented that the best part of having a personal trainer is having those definite training appointments each and every week.  As in just about everything, if you are accountable – show up and put in your time – you will achieve your fitness goals.

If you are serious about your fitness goals, seriously consider enlisting the services of a member of our Personal Training TEAM .  We can make a difference! 

"To Be Legendary:"  Northgate's E-Newsletter   September, 2005   Edition

Welcome to the 8th Edition of our newest communication tool!  Your E-Newsletter is designed to bring you more information, more often.  We want to keep you in touch with all that is happening at your Club and this is another step in that direction.  We hope you enjoy the newsletter and please let us know what you think… we are especially interested in your suggestions for future topics.  Feel free to leave your input/suggestions at the front desk or e-mail David at nghc@aol.com.

If you picked this newsletter up at the Club, think about getting connected… via e-mail.  Just provide us with your e-mail address, make sure your SPAM fighter allows northgatehc.com and dskinner@charterinternet.com communications through and you won't miss a newsletter… even while spending the winter in sunny Florida, cruising the Bahamas or missing a week of workouts here at your Club.  Being connected will also allow us to give you immediate facility/program updates.  For example, if a class instructor is ill, we can e-mail any class changes or cancellations.  Please note that your e-mail address is for Northgate's communication only and will not be given out or sold to anyone else.

Northgate Health Club Fall Improvements & Upgrades

 This fall your Club is receiving a new look – in both a refreshing of the facilities and the addition of new equipment.  As you no doubt have noticed, the interior of your Club (including the swimming pool) has been re-painted and the re-painting of the exterior is underway.  This is just the beginning… the following is a list of the improvements and upgrades that you can expect to see prior to Thanksgiving:

1. PAINTING ALL AREAS OF THE CLUB EXCEPT THE LOCKER ROOM WALLS (90% Complete)
2. PAINTING THE SWIMMING POOL (Completed)
3. SAND / REPAIR THE BENCHES & WALLS IN BOTH SAUNAS (Completed)
4. REPLACING THE WORN MATTING IN THE FREE WEIGHT ROOM
5. REPLACING (10) TREADMILLS WITH 2006 STAR TRAC PRO LINE TREADMILLS
6. RE-FURBISHING OR REPLACING (20) SPINNING BIKES
7. ORGANIZING & PAINTING THE STORAGE ROOMS
8. CREATING STORAGE SPACE FOR TANNING SUPPLIES
9. ADDING NEW TANNING SOFTWARE (WITH FINGERPRINT TECHNOLOGY)
10. REPLACING BIKE RACK
11. RENOVATING THE EXTERIOR INCLUDING PAINTING AND LAYING NEW ASPHALT
12. REPAIRING ALL TATTERED & TORN VINYL
13. ADDING TV’S ABOVE EACH WHIRLPOOL
14. ADDING PROJECTOR / SCREEN IN MAIN FITNESS AREA TO DISPLAY CLUB NEWS AND INFO

In addition, we will begin replacing the carpet throughout the Club in December, 2005.  The carpet replacement will occur in stages with the main fitness center receiving priority.

We apologize ahead of time for any inconvenience that this improvement / upgrade project may cause.  We will inform you of any facility closings due to the renovations as far in advance as possible.  At the same time, we ask for your continued input:  tell us what you think of the changes and let us know what else you would like to see us tackle in the future. 

From day one we have promised to provide you with the finest fitness facilities, equipment and programs possible.  This fall, 2005, Improvement & Upgrade project is another big step in our continuing to honor that pledge. 

Member Only 2-Year / 3-Year Membership Special

 As current members you are often asking for membership renewal specials – a chance to save some “green.”  Here is your opportunity!  Last week we began offering 50 memberships on a first come, first served basis that will save you from 20 – 33%.  If you renew on a pre-paid membership for two years, you will save 20%.  Renewing for three years will save you 33%.  At the time of this e-newsletter only 39 of these special membership packages remain. 

To qualify for this special, you must be a current member.  The memberships must be prepaid and this special membership will begin on the day your current membership expires.  Please note that you can save an additional 4% by prepaying with cash or personal check and if you renew on or before September 20, 2005 , you will receive an additional (2) FREE months!  Yes, this is the special of specials!!!!

 The following are the prepaid prices for the various levels of membership and the corresponding savings:

YOUR INVESTMENT & SAVINGS!

                            2-Years (Save 20%)         3-Years (Save 33%)

Single Silver         $  865 (Save $215)          $1085 (Save $  555)

Single Gold           $1075 (Save $269)           $1350 (Save $  666)

Single Platinum      $1171 (Save $294)           $1470 (Save $  726)

Single Senior         $  635 (Save $157)          $  795 (Save $  393)

Unl Fit Classes      $  730 (Save $182)          $  915 (Save $  453)

Student                 $  730 (Save $182)          $  915 (Save $  453)

Couple Silver         $1440 (Save $360)           $1810 (Save $  890)

Couple Gold         $1765 (Save $443)           $2220 (Save $1092)

Couple Platinum    $1860 (Save $468)           $2340 (Save $1152)

Couple Senior       $1190 (Save $298)           $1495 (Save $  737)

** All Prices Subject To Sales Tax (7%); Receive Additional 4% Off By Paying With Cash Or Personal Check

If you would like to renew under these special prices or have any questions, please give us a call or stop by the front desk. 

September’s Frequent Fitness Prizes

If you haven’t already, stop by to pick up your Northgate Frequent Fitness Card.  Then, each time you come to your Club have our front desk service TEAM stamp your Frequent Fitness Card.  Once you have 10 stamps (limited to one per visit per day), make sure your name and membership number are on the card and drop it in the Frequent Fitness Drawing Basket hanging on the wall to the left of the front entry.  Then it’s time to work on your next card. 

 At the end of each month we draw the winners.  The following are the September Prizes:

 (2) $50 Best Buy Gift Certificates

(2) $50 Home Depot Gift Certificates

(2) $50 Target Gift Certificates

(4) Free Membership Months

 Once we draw the winners we empty the basket and start all over.  Remember – there is no limit to the number of Frequent Fitness Cards you can enter into a monthly drawing.  The more often you visit your Club, the more cards you earn and the greater your chance of winning!  What a combination:  look and feel your best and win a few prizes along the way!  Good Luck!

Announcing Our New Location:  Lady Northgate

To help us better serve the greater Rochester area, Northgate is adding a second location:  Lady Northgate.  Located in the new River Center Plaza (formerly Northbrook Shopping Center ), Lady Northgate will be a 5400 square foot fitness / wellness facility for women.  As a comparison, your Northgate Health Club is a coed facility with over 24,000 square feet.

Lady Northgate's mission mirrors that of Northgate Health Club:  to give members the utmost in personal attention while providing the most complete fitness facilities and programming possible.  Not self-service or "card key" clubs, both Northgate Health Club and Lady Northgate pride themselves on providing full service.  On every visit our goal is to put a smile on your face at every opportunity.  

In addition to a fitness center, Lady Northgate will feature a full locker room with showers and changing rooms; a nursery for children 2 months to 10 years; fitness classes such as Bodypump, Yoga and Pilates; tanning salon and reciprocal privileges with a weight loss center to be located in adjacent space.  As a Northgate Health Club member you will also have reciprocal privileges with this same weight loss center.

The Lady Northgate fitness center will include an Express Life Fitness Circuit, a cardio center with treadmills, cross trainers and fitness bikes; free weights; Pilate’s Allegro boards and multi-functional fitness trainers by Precor.  As with Northgate Health Club, Lady Northgate’s fitness programs will be designed and supervised by certified personal trainers.

Besides the size and women-only designation, the only other main differences between the two locations is that Northgate Health Club is open 24 hours and has a complete wet area including private whirlpools & saunas in each locker room and a swimming pool.

Lady Northgate is scheduled to open its doors for fitness on December 1, 2005 , but will be available for viewing in September.

northgatehc.com Has A New Look

 Just as your Club, the Northgate web site is in the midst of an upgrade.  The new look will take about 30 days to finalize.  Feel free to check it out and let us know what you think of the changes.   

Club Cruise 2006

If you love cruising or are looking forward to your first cruise, keep your eyes and ears posted:  Northgate’s Caribbean Cruise 2006 will be announced in the very near future.  This will be your chance to enjoy being waited on “hand and foot” while basking in the sun and fun available only on a luxury liner cruising the exotic Caribbean .  With group pricing, credits to be earned with referrals and Dan / Denise & David / Jill as hosts, it will be hard to beat this vacation opportunity.  Stay tuned…

"To  Be Legendary:"  Northgate's E-Newsletter   October, 2004   Edition

Welcome to the 7th Edition of our newest communication tool!  Your E-Newsletter is designed to bring you more information, more often.  We want to keep you in touch with all that is happening at your Club and this is another step in that direction.  We hope you enjoy the newsletter and please let us know what you think… we are especially interested in your suggestions for future topics.  Feel free to leave your input/suggestions at the front desk or e-mail David at nghc@aol.com.

If you picked this newsletter up at the Club, think about getting connected… via e-mail.  Just provide us with your e-mail address, make sure your SPAM fighter allows northgatehc.com and dskinner@charterinternet.com communications through and you won't miss a newsletter… even while spending the winter in sunny Florida, cruising the Bahamas or missing a week of workouts here at your Club.  Being connected will also allow us to give you immediate facility/program updates.  For example, if a class instructor is ill, we can e-mail any class changes or cancellations.  Please note that your e-mail address is for Northgate's communication only and will not be given out or sold to anyone else.

Member's Only Membership Addition Special Held Over Through October 31st

With so many members showing interest, we are holding over the Member's Only Special:  you can add on 6, 12 or 18 months to your current membership at rates saving from 6% to 17%.

"To Be Legendary:"  Northgate's E-Newsletter   September, 2004   Edition

Welcome to the 7th Edition of our newest communication tool!  Your E-Newsletter is designed to bring you more information, more often.  We want to keep you in touch with all that is happening at your Club and this is another step in that direction.  We hope you enjoy the newsletter and please let us know what you think… we are especially interested in your suggestions for future topics.  Feel free to leave your input/suggestions at the front desk or e-mail David at nghc@aol.com.

If you picked this newsletter up at the Club, think about getting connected… via e-mail.  Just provide us with your e-mail address, make sure your SPAM fighter allows northgatehc.com and dskinner@charterinternet.com communications through and you won't miss a newsletter… even while spending the winter in sunny Florida, cruising the Bahamas or missing a week of workouts here at your Club.  Being connected will also allow us to give you immediate facility/program updates.  For example, if a class instructor is ill, we can e-mail any class changes or cancellations.  Please note that your e-mail address is for Northgate's communication only and will not be given out or sold to anyone else.

Northgate's Inaugural Best Shot Tournament Mixes Some Great (& Not So Great) Golf With Lots Of Fun

Friday, August 13th, is the deadline for reserving your spot in Northgate's inaugural golf tournament at Meadow Lakes.  The golf tourney is for members and their guests and 12 spots remain.  We will be using a 4-person best shot format with a shotgun start at 12:30 PM.  You can register as a foursome or as an individual - we will place you on a foursome.  After your 18 holes of fun and sun, you will be treated to a barbecue supper and awards ceremony.

Your investment for this afternoon of bogeys, birdies and bragging is $40.  This includes your golf, cart, prizes and supper.  To register, please stop by the front desk. 

Sponsor a Friend & Receive a FREE Month!

Here's a chance to introduce a friend to fitness at Northgate and to pay no dues for a month:  simply refer a friend, relative or co-worker to the Club.  Your friend will receive a FREE 2-Week pass to Northgate.  If after enjoying the Club they decide to join on a full-length membership, you will receive your FREE month.  If you are paying monthly, we will stop your dues for a month; if you have prepaid your membership, we will add a FREE month on the end of your pre-paid term.

And best of all, there is no limit to the FREE months you can earn - imagine earning a FREE year!

To qualify for the FREE months, we need you to fill out a Sponsor form for each person you wish to refer to Northgate.  Below are two forms for your convenience.  Simply fill them out and drop them off at the front desk or mail them to the Club at 1112 7th St NW, Rochester, MN 55901.  We will NOT contact your friend by phone.  Instead, we will only communicate by mail.  We will send them their free 2-Week Coupon along with information on the Club.  Additional sponsorship forms can be picked up at the front desk..

Thanks for supporting your Club, and we look forward to giving you lots of FREE months!


Earn a FREE Month Sponsor Form

Date:___________

Member Name:_________________________________

Friend's Name:______________________________________

Friend's Address:_________________________________________


Offer Expires 10/31/2004

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Earn a FREE Month Sponsor Form

Date:___________

Member Name:_________________________________

Friend's Name:______________________________________

Friend's Address:_________________________________________



Offer Expires 10/31/2004
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Member Appreciation BBQ Set For Saturday, September 25th, at Cooke Park from 11 AM to 2 PM

You and your family are invited to join us for an afternoon of food and fun.  Food (hamburgers, brats and all the trimmings) will be served at 11:30 AM with games for the kids beginning at 12:30 PM.  The cost is $5 per person ($2 for children under 10).  Just bring yourself, everything else is included!

To attend, please pre-register and pre-pay at the front desk by September 21st.  We hope to see you at Cooke Park on the 25th!

New Men's & Women's Locker Room Carpet Ordered

With the style of carpet picked out of stock, we have chosen a new favorite and placed our order.   We will be able to announce the installation date in the next few days.  WE have been assured both locker rooms will boasting new carpet by the end of September.

September Members Only Tanning Special

250 minutes for the price of 200:  $24.00.  To receive this price, please print off ths newsletter and bring it to the front desk by September 30th.  If you are under 18 yrs old, you will need a parent to sign you up for the tanning package.

Advocare Product Of The Month:  Performance Optimizer System 2 (POS 2)

The POS 2 shake (comes in both chocolate & vanilla nut flavors) is designed to support muscle growth and muscle recovery after exercise.  For optimum results a POS 2 shake should be consumed within one hour following your workout.  During this recovery phase after exercise, the muscle's "biochemical windows" are wide open, allowing an optimal replenishment of the energy compounds needed by the muscles... and POS 2 is a superior energy compound.  

The top two results reported by members:  little or no muscle stiffness the day after a workout and the ability to exercise at an optimal level the day after an aggressive workout.

The directions for use are simple:  empty one pouch of POS 2 powder in a glass of cold water; shake or stir until mixed; drink and enjoy the results! Advocare's POS 2: complete recovery support available in the Northgate Pro Shop.

September Frequent Fitness Card Prizes / August Winners

Do you have a Frequent Fitness Card yet?  Pick one up today, get in 10 workouts before the end of September & qualify to win one of these great Frequent Fitness prizes:

(6) Northgate Sweatshirts

(2) 1/2 Hr Massages

(2) 2-Week Supplies of Advocare MNS Platinum or Gold Multinutrient Dietary Supplement System

The August Frequent Fitness winners were:

(2) Vikings Tickets For 8/27 San Francisco Preseason Game:  Mike Prenzlow 

(10) FREE Months Of Membership:  Daniel Strauss; Sandy Leavelle; Chaba Wolter; Cheryl Vessey; Jerry Ott; Pat Brink; Marcia Dollerschel; Carol Langdon; Al Bryant & Barb Schafer

Good Luck To All In September!

"To Be Legendary:"  Northgate's E-Newsletter   August, 2004   Edition

Welcome to the 5th Edition of our newest communication tool!  Your E-Newsletter is designed to bring you more information, more often.  We want to keep you in touch with all that is happening at your Club and this is another step in that direction.  We hope you enjoy the newsletter and please let us know what you think… we are especially interested in your suggestions for future topics.  Feel free to leave your input/suggestions at the front desk or e-mail David at nghc@aol.com.

If you picked this newsletter up at the Club, think about getting connected… via e-mail.  Just provide us with your e-mail address, make sure your SPAM fighter allows northgatehc.com communications through and you won't miss a newsletter… even while spending the winter in sunny Florida, cruising the Bahamas or missing a week of workouts here at your Club.  Being connected will also allow us to give you immediate facility/program updates.  For example, if a class instructor is ill, we can e-mail any class changes or cancellations.  Please note that your e-mail address is for Northgate's communication only and will not be given out or sold to anyone else.


Last Chance To Register for Northgate's "Best Shot" Golf Tournament

Calling all golfers!  Friday, August 13th, is the deadline for reserving your spot in Northgate's inaugural golf tournament at Meadow Lakes.  The golf tourney is for members and their guests and 12 spots remain.  We will be using a 4-person best shot format with a shotgun start at 12:30 PM.  You can register as a foursome or as an individual - we will place you on a foursome.  After your 18 holes of fun and sun, you will be treated to a barbecue supper and awards ceremony.

Your investment for this afternoon of bogeys, birdies and bragging is $40.  This includes your golf, cart, prizes and supper.  To register, please stop by the front desk. 


Sponsor a Friend & Receive a FREE Month!

Here's a chance to introduce a friend to fitness at Northgate and to pay no dues for a month:  simply refer a friend, relative or co-worker to the Club.  Your friend will receive a FREE 2-Week pass to Northgate.  If after enjoying the Club they decide to join on a full-length membership, you will receive your FREE month.  If you are paying monthly, we will stop your dues for a month; if you have prepaid your membership, we will add a FREE month on the end of your pre-paid term.

And best of all, there is no limit to the FREE months you can earn - imagine earning a FREE year!

To qualify for the FREE months, we need you to fill out a Sponsor form for each person you wish to refer to Northgate.  Below are two forms for your convenience.  Simply fill them out and drop them off at the front desk or mail them to the Club at 1112 7th St NW, Rochester, MN 55901.  We will NOT contact your friend by phone.  Instead, we will only communicate by mail.  We will send them their free 2-Week Coupon along with information on the Club.  Additional sponsorship forms can be picked up at the front desk..

Thanks for supporting your Club, and we look forward to giving you lots of FREE months!


Earn a FREE Month Sponsor Form

Date:___________

Member Name:_________________________________

Friend's Name:______________________________________

Friend's Address:_________________________________________


Offer Expires 10/31/2004

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Earn a FREE Month Sponsor Form

Date:___________

Member Name:_________________________________

Friend's Name:______________________________________

Friend's Address:_________________________________________



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New Locker Room Carpet Ordered

New Carpet for both locker rooms is now on order!  As soon as we have the exact installation dates, we will post them in the locker rooms.  We expect installation by September 10th.



August Tanning Special For Members Only

10 sessions for $16.99!  To receive this price, simply print off this newsletter and bring it to the front desk by August 31, 2004.  If you are under 18 yrs old, you will need a parent to sign you up for the tanning package.



July Frequent Fitness Card Winners and Prizes For August

Be sure to pick up a blue Frequent Fitness Card at the front desk.  For each visit you will receive a punch - 10 punches and  you are entered in the monthly drawing.  Thus far, we have given out more than $1500 in cash and prizes! 

July's winners were:

$20 Michael's Gift Certificate: Colette Lind
$20 TGI Fridays Gift Certificate: Bruce Thomas
$20 Aviary Gift Certificate: Sarah Koelsch
$20 Olive Garden Gift Certificate: Mary Graddy
$20 Whistlebinkies Gift Certificate: Janet Sinning
$20 Beatles Gift Certificate: Brad Rand


The August prizes include (10) free months of membership.

Stay fit, look and feel your best and WIN!!!!



Banking Account Info Change Deadline

Just a reminder that if you need to make a change to your auto-payment bank or charge account information, please do so prior to the first day of the month you wish to have the change take affect.  Changes after the first day will not take affect until the following month.



Northgate's "Taste of Health" Day:  Monday, August 23rd

On Monday, August 23rd, from 8 AM to 7 PM come taste and learn more about the nutritional products now offered at Northgate.  Ranging from snack bars and energy drinks to meal replacements and recovery drinks, Northgate's new line of nutritional products are designed to work with your present exercise and nutritional program to help you look and feel your best.  Come check it out!  

"Be Legendary:" Northgate’s E-Newsletter       July, 2004 Edition

Welcome to the 4th Edition of our newest communication tool! We hope you find that our e-newsletters keep you in touch with all that is happening at your Club. Please let us know what you think... we are especially interested in suggestions for future topics. Feel free to leave your input / suggestions at the front desk or e-mail David at nghc@aol.com.

If you picked this newsletter up at the Club or are reading it on our web site (northgatehc.com), please think about getting connected... via e-mail. Simply provide us with your e-mail address, make sure your SPAM-fighter allows Northgate communications through and you won’t miss a newsletter... even while spending the winter in sunny Arizona, cruising the Bahamas or missing a week of workouts at your Club. Being connected also allows us to immediately communicate facility / program updates. For example, if a class instructor is ill, we will e-mail the class changes or cancellation. Please note that your e-mail address is for Northgate communication only and will not be given out or sold to anyone or any other business entity.

Beginning today, your Club is offering specially-priced 2-Year Memberships to current members. These memberships are for present members only. The prices listed below are for a pre-paid 2-Year Membership... plus if you pay by cash or check, you receive an additional 4% discount! And remember, only 15 of these memberships are available.

Single Silver $876 (save $180)

Single Gold $1095 (save $225)

Single Platinum $1175 (save $241)

Single Senior $637 (save $131)

Couple Silver $1454 (save $298)

Couple Gold $1792 (save $368)

Couple Platinum $1872 (save $384)

Couple Senior $1195 (save $245)

Again, you must be a current member; the 2-Year Membership begins at the end of your current membership; the prices are subject to 7% sales tax; prices based on prepayment for the two years; receive an additional 4% discount by paying with cash or check; and the special ends when the 15th membership is purchased.

One last incentive: if you purchase one of these 2-Year Memberships by July 20th, you will receive an extra (2) FREE months!

Many of you have asked for the opportunity to have a "present member special" and here’s your opportunity to save, save, save!

Beginning June 7th, your Club took another big step in providing you with the best possible service: open 24 hours with full service! We have been amazed at the high level of excitement over the change. Who has been taking advantage of these expanded hours: 2nd shift workers who want to exercise after their work shift; night owls; members with erratic work hours such as physicians; members who need to be at work by 6:00 AM; and our "early bird" Primetimers.

And please remember that we are full service, 24 hours. If during the "wee" hours of the morning, you would like the help of one of our personal trainers, we will make it happen. Give us a call or stop by the front desk with your request. We will have one of our trainers call you to set up your session(s).

Thanks to all who braved the clouds and eventual rain to enjoy a "shortened" evening of great food and fun at Northgate’s First Annual Member Picnic. Burgers and Ball Park franks were served; lots of prizes given away and a water balloon fight broke out... way to go Vivian!

But the rain did put a bit of a damper on things. Fortunately, the Rochester Park & Rec Department has given us the opportunity for a "re do" date in the early Fall. We will be announcing the exact date and time in the very near future.

The date has changed! Our inaugural golf event will be held on Friday, August 20th. The golf tourney will be for members and their guests. We will use a 4-person best shot format with a shotgun start at 12:30 PM. A barbecue supper and awards ceremony will immediately follow our round of fun, sun and golf.

The only requirements are that participants be at least 15 years of age and that at least two or your foursome be current Northgate members. The field is limited to the first 64 registrants.

Your investment for this afternoon of bogeys, birdies and bragging is $40. Your entry fee includes 18 holes of golf, cart, prizes and barbecue supper (hamburgers and brats with all the trimmings). To register, simply pick up your entry form at the front desk. You can register as an individual (we will randomly place you with a foursome) or register as a foursome.

Let’s get ready to rumble!!!!

Here’s a chance to introduce a friend to fitness at Northgate and to pay no dues for a month: simply refer a friend, relative or co-worker to the Club. Your friend will receive a FREE 2-Week pass to Northgate. If after enjoying the Club they decide to join on a full-length membership, you will receive a free month. If you are paying monthly, we will stop your dues for a month; if you have prepaid your membership, we will add a free month on the end of your prepaid term.

And best of all, there is no limit to the free months you can earn - imagine enjoying a free year!

To qualify for the free months, we need you to fill out a Sponsor form for each friend you wish to refer to Northgate. Below are two forms for your convenience. Simply fill them out and drop them off at the front desk or mail them to the Club at 1112 7th Street NW, Rochester, MN 55901. We will not contact your friend by phone. Instead, we will only communicate by mail. We will send them their free 2-Week Coupon along with information on the Club. Additional sponsorship forms can be picked up at the front desk.

Thanks ahead of time for supporting your Club, and we look forward to giving out lots of free months!

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Congrats to the June Winners: DVD Player - Brenda Whitcomb; DVD Player - Brenda Osborn; $20 Hollywood Video G.C. - Merrill Lindberg; Pairs of Movie Passes - Rudy Biaggio, Jerry Reynolds, Mary Claire, Bob Hachmeister, Denise Morris, Doris Bryant, Julie Dzwonkowski, Melissa Barbier & Roger Solheim.

July is "dining out" month: $20 gift certificates to Michael’s, Fridays, Aviary, Olive Garden, Whitstlebinkies and Beatles. Good luck!

In July, receive 300 minutes for the price of 200! The price is $24. If you are under 18 years of age, you will need a parent to sign you up for the package.

It’s time for our first late evening fitness class and a special one it is. Dedicated to the Lance Armstrong Foundation that supports cancer survivors (www.laf.org), "Be The First, Be The Only" will be a 60-minute Spinning journey. It begins at 11:30 PM (yes, that’s 30 minutes prior to Midnight!) on Friday, July 30th.

To sign up for this class, we are asking all SPINNING participants to make a $5.00 minimum donation to the Lance Armstrong Foundation. 100% of the proceeds will go to the foundation.

In return you will receive a great workout, a yellow LIVE STRONG wrist bracelet from the Lance Armstrong Foundation and a chance to win a bevy of door prizes.

So bring your $5 donation to the front desk and sign up today!!

"Be Legendary:"  Northgate's E-Newsletter
June, 2004 Edition

Welcome to the 3rd Edition of our newest communication tool!  We hope you are finding that our e-newsletters are keeping you in touch with all that is happening at your Club.  Please let us know what you think...  we are especially interested in your suggestions for future topics.  Feel free to leave your input/suggestions at the front desk or e-mail David at nghc@aol.com.

If you picked this newsletter up at the Club or are reading it on our web site (northgatehc.com), please think about getting connected... via e-mail.  Simply provide us with your e-mail address, make sure your SPAM-fighter allows Northgate communications through and you won't miss a newsletter even while spending the winter in sunny Arizona, cruising the Bahamas or missing a week of workouts here at your Club.  Being connected will also allow us to immediately communicate facility/program updates.  For example, if a class instructor is ill, we will e-mail the class changes or cancellation.  Please note that your e-mail address is for Northgate communication only and will not be given out or sold to anyone or any other business entity.



Member Picnic
Registration Deadline Approaching

The registration deadline for the upcoming Member Picnic is June 10th.  To register, please stop by the front desk.

The Member Picnic is scheduled for Wednesday, June 16th, at Cooke Park (just two blocks east of the Club on 7th Street).  The picnic will run from 5:00 - 8:00 PM.  You and your family are invited to join us for an evening of food and fun.  The cost is $5 per person ($2 for children under 10).  You won't need to bring a thing.  The food will be served at 5:30 PM with the games for kids beginning at 6:30 PM.  And be sure to bring your favorite lucky charm - lots and lots of prizes will be given away!



24 Hours / Full Service To Begin June 7th

We are excited to announce the details of the big change in our Club hours of service.  Beginning Monday, June 7th  at 5:00 AM, your Club will be open 24 hours for your convenience... and open with full service!  No matter when you come in, you will be greeted by one of our smiling Employee Team Players.  And this comes with no increase in member dues!

Our exact hours will be as follows:

Monday thru Friday:  Midnight to Midnight
Saturday:  Midnight to 6 PM with Family Time from 3 PM to 6 PM
Sunday:  10 AM to Midnight with Family Time from 10 AM to 6 PM

The only time we will be closed is from 6 PM on Saturdays to 10 AM on Sundays.  This time is set aside for our "Heavy Duty" cleaning such as carpet shampooing, tile machine scrubbing, vent /rafter dusting, swimming pool / whirlpools chemical maintenance, etc.  Otherwise, when you want to work out, we will be here for you!  Convenience, convenience, convenience!

Please note that in order to continue keeping your Club in tip-top shape, our janitorial crew (Arnold's Kleenit Company) will be working from approximately 1 AM to 5 AM.  They will work around our members as much as possible but their vacuums and other various machines do make some noise.  Also, each locker room will be closed for one hour each night for cleaning.  The Women's Locker Room will be closed for cleaning from 2AM-3AM and the Men's Locker Room will be closed for cleaning from 3AM- 4AM.  During these times, the nursery bathroom will be made available and the front personal training offices will be made available for changing into workout gear.

If you need the help of one of our personal trainers in the "wee" hours of the morning, we will make it happen.  Inform the front desk of your wish and we will have one of our personal trainers contact you to set up your session(s).  Also, look for some additional late evening / early morning class times in upcoming fitness class schedules.  

In order to maintain a safe, comfortable environment during the late evening and early mornings, we have added two new Club policies:  first, no guests will be allowed in the Club from 10:00 PM until 5:00 AM.  This time frame will be for use by members only.  Second, anyone under the influence of alcohol or any controlled substance should not use the Club.  We reserve the right to require anyone we believe is under the influence to leave the Club.  Please do not put you and us in this position.  If you have been enjoying a drink or two at a local entertainment /eating establishment, please do not come to the Club for a workout, swim, whirlpool, etc.



Northgate "End Of Summer" Golf Tournament at Meadow Lakes
4-Person Best Shot
Friday, August 13th
Shotgun Start At 12:30 PM
Barbecue Supper /Awards Immediately Following

Mark your Calendar!  Northgate will be hosting our 1st Annual "End Of Summer" Golf Tournament on Friday, August 13th  at Meadow Lakes Golf Course.  We will be using a 4-Person Best Shot format with a shotgun start at 12:30 PM.  The only requirement is that at least two of your foursome be a current Northgate member.  We are limiting the field to the first 64 registrants.  You can register as an individual (we will place you with a foursome) or register as a foursome. 

After completing your round you will be treated to a catered barbecue supper (includes cash bar) and awards presentation.  Awards will be given out for the lowest four team scores, the highest team score, longest drive, longest put, closest to the pin, gaudiest attire and more.

Your investment for this afternoon of fun, sun and golf is $40.  This includes your 18 holes of golf, cart & barbecue supper (hamburgers & brats with all the trimmings).  To register, simply pick up your entry form at the front desk.  You will be registered once we receive your entry and your $40.  If you are registering with a specific foursome, please turn your entry forms and fees in at the same time.

Take part and enjoy!



Parent's Night Out
June 18th
6:30 - 9:30 PM

Are you looking for an opportunity to enjoy some "me time" as an individual or couple?  This month we are introducing our newest program - "Parent's Night Out."  We all know what great service our children receive in the Northgate Nursery and now you can take advantage of it for a night out.  You plan your own three-hour itinerary from 6:30 - 9:30 PM and let the Northgate Nursery Team entertain your children here at the Club.  Take in a movie, enjoy a relaxing dinner or just spend some alone time... all while feeling secure in the fact that your children are enjoying their time too.

Your investment in the childcare portion of your "Night Out" is $15 per child with a maximum of $45 per individual or couple.  Pre-registration and pre-payment is required with our age limit being 1 - 8 yrs of age.  We will limit the experience to the first 20 children to be registered.  To register, please stop by the Nursery for the appropriate forms.  Your child(ren) will be registered as soon as we receive the completed forms and payment.

Plan your night out and let us take care of the kids!  

    

Club Maintenance Update

The swimming pool had it's quarterly maintenance completed (which included a full draining and refill) and is sparkling and back up to its normal temperature of 90 degrees.

The locker room /swimming pool air conditioner is repaired and those areas are now as "cool as the other side of the pillow."  Thank you for your patience during the down time!

The women's locker room restoration is now complete with all walls repaired and painted.  Again, thank you for your patience during the process. 

We are now taking bids on new carpet for both locker rooms.  We expect the installation of the carpet to take place in late July.



Frequent Fitness Card Winners and June Prizes

May was "Cooler" month in our Frequent Fitness Program.  The following members were the big winners:  Bill Born, Kelly Melohn, Jim Hall, Michael Cook,  Marv Forcelle and Roger Solheim.  Congratulations!

June is movie month:  win one of two DVD players, free movie passes or gift certificates to Hollywood Video.  Work out, feel great and win!!!!!  Good luck.



Nursery Fund Raiser

Thanks to all of you who participated in the Mary Kay fund raiser for the Nursery.  Proceeds will be used to bring a new batch of toys and games into the Nursery.  Your children should be enjoying them within the next two weeks.



Northgatehc.com

Updated for the month of June, northgatehc.com keeps chugging along.  It is designed to keep both members and prospective members informed on "what's happening" at your Club.  Please note a new page called "Repair Updates" has been added to the web site.  Suggested by a number of members, this page is designed to keep you posted on any repair or maintenance projects going on at the Club.  You can reach this page by going through our "Club Improvements" page.  At the home page simply click on the "Club Improvements" button and once at the "Club Improvements" page, click on the "Repair Updates" button.  We try to update this page at least once per week.  Let us know what you think.



Summer Student Memberships Continue

If you know of any students (15 to 21 yrs old) who would like to stay fit and busy all summer long, we have the solution:  Summer Student Membership for $86 plus a $15 card processing fee (normally $96 plus the card processing fee).  This price is good with a copy of this newsletter.  The membership runs through September 1st and includes unlimited use of all our fitness facilities and unlimited participation in all our Staff fitness classes.  There is a nominal charge for tanning, nursery or our franchise classes (Spinning, Bodypump & Pilates).  However, they can upgrade this package to a Student Gold for the summer for an additional $33.



June Tanning Special For Members Only

Unlimited tanning for June and July for just $35 (regularly $50)!  To receive this price, simply print off this newsletter and bring it to the front desk by June 15, 2004.  If you are under 18 yrs of age, you will need a parent to sign you up for the tanning package. 
   


Notes From Two "Friends of Northgate:"

From New Life Family Services Staff - "You can make a difference in the lives of mothers and children in the Rochester area by donating diapers, wipes, baby clothes and maternity clothes to New Life Family Services.  New Life Family Services is a non-profit pregnancy care center that offers a variety of services such as free pregnancy testing, free decision making counseling and free baby items and maternity clothes.  All of our items are donated, so we could really use your help!  Right now we are in need of baby wipes, diapers (size 3,4,5) and new/gently used boy clothing (size newborn - 2T).  Any donation you could provide would be greatly appreciated!  You can drop off your donation to New Life Family Services at 902 N. Broadway.  All donations are tax deductible and we will provide receipts upon request.  Thank you in advance from New Life Family Services for your support in helping women and families in the Rochester Community.  If you have any questions, please contact us at 282-3377."

From Qualey-Fisher Agency / Auto Owners Insurance Company - "We are pleased to inform you that Northgate Health Club and its members have been approved for discounts through Auto Owners Insurance Company.  As a member of Northgate, you are eligible for a 5% discount on you private passenger auto insurance, a 5% discount on your homeowners / mobile homeowners insurance and a 10% discount on your executive umbrella insurance.  These substantial savings are possible though a Group Insurance Program sponsored by Northgate, Qualey-Fisher Agency and Auto Owners Insurance Company (a company recognized for exceptional financial strength and stability among the nation's largest insurers).

"Another feature of the group benefit program is that you may be eligible for additional discounts, depending on your individual circumstances.  For more information and a free, no obligation review of your insurance, please call Qualey-Fisher Agency at 507-288-0111 or visit us at the Miracle Mile Shopping Center.  Be sure to mention that you are a Northgate Health Club member.  If you are currently insured through Auto Owners, please contact your agent to see if you are eligible to start receiving this new discount."

"Friends of Northgate" are businesses that have joined us in a cross-communication program involving clients and prospective clients.  No client or membership lists are ever shared between the companies.  Instead we each provide communication opportunities such as these newsletter info blurbs, handouts, info signs, etc.  If you are interested in more information about the "Friends of Northgate" program, please contact Aron at 282-4445. 

“Be Legendary:”  Northgate’s E-Newsletter
May, 2004   Edition

Welcome to the 2nd Edition of our newest communication tool!  Although not full of color and graphics, your E-Newsletter is designed to bring you more information, more often.  We want to keep you in touch with all that is happening at your Club and this is another step in that direction.  We hope you enjoy the newsletter and please let us know what you think… we are especially interested in your suggestions for future topics.  Feel free to leave your input/suggestions at the front desk or e-mail David at nghc@aol.com.

If you picked this newsletter up at the Club, think about getting connected… via e-mail.  Just provide us with your e-mail address and you won’t miss a newsletter… even while spending the winter in sunny Florida, cruising the Bahamas or missing a week of workouts here at your Club.  Being connected will also allow us to give you immediate facility/program updates.  For example, if a class instructor is ill, we can e-mail any class changes or cancellations.  Communication is King and the internet can be a powerful tool.  Please note that your e-mail address is for Northgate’s communication only and will not be given out or sold to anyone else.


Member Picnic
Wednesday, June 16th
Cooke Park (two blocks east of Club on 7th Street)
5:00 - 8:00 PM

You and your family are invited to join us for an evening of food and fun.  The cost is $5 per person ($2 for children under 10).  You don’t need to bring a thing.  Food will be served at 5:30 pm and games for the kids begin at 6:30 pm.  And be sure to bring your favorite lucky charm - lots and lots of prizes to be given away.

To attend, you will need to pre-register and pre-pay(cash, check or credit card) by June 10th.  To register, simply stop by the front desk. 



Helpful Check-In Hints

The new check-in system continues to work well.  Here are a couple of helpful hints to insure a smooth check-in:

* There is a slight delay (less than a second) between scanning your card and the gate access:  just listen for the gate to click before pushing through… or just wait a split second

*  Don’t get your card too close to the reader:  about four to six inches away is ideal

*  Try not to cover any part of your bar code with your fingers

Thanks for your patience and helping us keep your Club more secure!



Summer Class Schedule Is Out

The Summer Class Schedule kicks in on Monday, May 10th.  Please pick up your schedule at the Club or print it off our web site at northgatehc.com.  You will notice a few time changes and a slight reduction in the number of classes for the Summer.  We’ll gear it back up in early Fall.





Northgatehc.com

Updated for the month of May, northgatehc.com continues to mature.  Our site is designed to inform both current members and prospective members.  We encourage you to check it out.  Please note that this e-newsletter will now be posted on the web site.  Some members have found that their “Spam” fighter does not let this newsletter through, so we hope this will be a nice alternative.



New Computerized Class Check-In Program To Kick Off May 24th

After personalizing the CSI Class Registration/Check-In software to meet our Club’s needs and  completing our training, we will finally unveil the new system on Monday, May 24th. 

Your part in this new system will not change:  simply stop by the front desk or call to reserve your spot in class; then, simply stop by the front desk to check in for your class.

As with any new program, it will take our service TEAM a bit to become fully acclimated to its operation.  Please bear with us.  At first, it will take you a little longer to get registered or checked in for a class.  After we become more experienced with the program, we will be flying through the registration and check-in process… and we all will be reaping the benefits!  Thanks ahead of time for your patience!



Nursery Fund Raiser

The Club Nursery will be hosting a fund raiser Wednesday, May 12th, through Thursday, May 20th.  The fund raiser will feature Mary Kay products and the proceeds will be used for new toys and games.



Maintaining Sparkling Pool Water

The pool is busier than ever and we all want the water to sparkle.  With that end in mind and with the increased usage of the pool, we will now be draining our pool three times per year.  Our first drain in 2004 will be this month over Memorial Weekend.  The pool will close at noon on Thursday, May 27th, and re-open on Tuesday, June 1st.

A few members have asked what they can do to help keep the pool in ideal condition and there is one important step:  be sure to shower before entering the swimming pool or the whirlpools.  This makes all the difference in the world. 



Locker Room Restoration Update

General Services has completed about 90% of the restoration of the men’s locker room walls/carpet that were damaged by the roof leak.  The final stage will be completed on May 13th & 14th.  The only area that will be affected is the small locker area adjacent to the back of the sauna. 

General Services has virtually completed the restoration of the women’s locker room walls/carpet that were damaged by the roof  and water heater leaks.   The final touches should be completed by the end of next week.

Thanks to all of you for your patience during this process!!




Summer Student Memberships

If you know of any students (15 to 21 yrs old) who would like to stay fit and busy all summer long, we have a solution:  Summer Student Membership for $89 plus a $15 card processing fee (normally $99 plus the card processing fee).  This price is only good with a copy of this newsletter.  The membership runs through September 1, 2004, and includes unlimited use of all our fitness facilities and unlimited participation in all our Staff fitness classes.  There is a nominal charge for tanning or our franchise classes (Spinning, Body pump & Pilates).  However, they can upgrade this package to a Student Gold for the summer for an additional $30.



May Tanning Special For Members Only

250 minutes for $19.99!  To receive this price, simply print off this newsletter and bring it to the front desk by May 15, 2004.  If you are a under 18 yrs old, you will need a parent to sign you up for the tanning package.



Frequent Fitness Card Prizes For May

Be sure to pick up a blue Frequent Fitness Card at the front desk.  For each visit you will receive a punch - 10 punches and  you are entered in the monthly drawing.  Thus far, we have given out more than $1000 in cash and prizes! 

The May prizes include free months of membership and picnic gear.

Stay fit, look and feel your best and WIN!!!!



Banking Account Info Change Deadline

Just a reminder that if you need to make a change to your auto-payment bank or charge account information, please do so prior to the first of the month.  Changes after the first day will not take affect until the next month. 



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“Nutrition Mixer” Hosted by AdvoCare
Wednesday, May 12th
8:00 PM
Classroom #2

Are you looking for a better workout?  More energy throughout your day?  Lose some weight?  Gain some weight?  And maybe getting paid and making a little money while you’re achieving these goals?  If so, plan on attending  the AdvoCare “Nutrition Mixer” next Wednesday, May 12th, at 8:00 PM in Classroom #2.   Come see what a great opportunity being a part of the AdvoCare program can be.  Feel free to bring a friend
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