Program Schedule - Akron General Medical Center

Program Schedule
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LifeStyles-Green
1940 Town Park Boulevard
Uniontown, Ohio, 44685
330-896-5000
LifeStyles-North
4300 Allen Road
Stow, Ohio 44224
330-945-3100
LifeStyles - West
4125 Medina Road
Akron, Ohio 44333
330-665-8100

Welcome
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Department Phone Numbers
GREEN NORTH WEST
Aquatics 330-896-5007 330-945-3131 330-665-8131
Babysitting 330-896-5014 330-945-3141 330-665-8134
Fitness 330-896-5017 330-945-3107 330-665-8107
Front Desk 330-896-5000 330-945-3100 330-665-8100
Group Exercise 330-896-5004 330-945-3130 330-665-8130
KidStyles 330-896-5014 330-945-3141 330-665-8132
Pro Shop 330-896-5000 330-945-3100 330-665-8100
Recreation 330-896-5016 330-945-3146 330-665-8139
Wellness Services 330-665-8095 330-665-8095 330-665-8095
Hours of
Operation
GENERAL HOURS
Monday - Friday
5:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Saturday
7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Sunday
8 a.m. - 6 p.m.
DEPENDENT HOURS
Dependents are defined as
being 23 years or younger and
are paying a reduced rate as part
of a family membership.
Dependents have extended
membership privileges under
the family membership.
Monday - Thursday
9 a.m.-11 a.m.
3 p.m.-5:30 p.m.
7:30 p.m.-10 p.m.
Friday
9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
3 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday
9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Holiday Schedule – see page 9.
Contents
Staff Phone Numbers...................1
Important Information ..................2
Babysitting & KidStyles................3
Recreation Activities ...................4
Fitness Programs .........................5
Group Exercise ............................6
Aquatics........................................7
Wellness Services ........................8
Holiday Schedule 2012 ................9

Staff Phone Numbers
GREEN NORTH WEST
AQUATICS MANAGERS
Cathy Spicer Jim Conner Sue Parker
330-896-5007 330-945-3131 330-665-8131
Cathy.Spicer@akrongeneral.org Jim.Conner@akrongeneral.org Sue.Parker@akrongeneral.org
COMMUNITY OUTREACH DIETICIAN
Chelsey Jackson Chelsey Jackson Chelsey Jackson
330-665-8022 330-665-8022 330-665-8022
Chelsey.Jackson@akrongeneral.org Chelsey.Jackson@akrongeneral.org Chelsey.Jackson@akrongeneral.org
DIRECTORS
Troy Clevenger Mark Feakes Richard Gershom
330-896-5015 330-945-3135 330-665-8103
Troy.Clevenger@akrongeneral.org Mark.Feakes@akrongeneral.org Richard.Gershom@akrongeneral.org
FINANCE MANAGER
Brian Skall Brian Skall Brian Skall
330-945-3137 330-945-3137 330-945-3137
Brian.Skall@akrongeneral.org Brian.Skall@akrongeneral.org Brian.Skall@akrongeneral.org
FITNESS MANAGERS
Casey Sullivan Josh Lamtman Ann Mierzejewski
330-896-5006 330-945-3106 330-665-8106
Casey.Sullivan@akrongeneral.org Josh.Lamtman@akrongeneral.org Ann.Mierzejewski@akrongeneral.org
GROUP EXERCISE MANAGERS
Laurie Cingle Aurelia Ford Aurelia Ford
330-896-5004 330-945-3130 330-665-8130
Laurie.Cingle@akrongeneral.org Aurelia.Ford@akrongeneral.org Aurelia.Ford@akrongeneral.org
MEMBERSHIP MANAGERS
Joanne Zaratsian
Justin Berthiaume
330-896-5001 330-665-8156
Joanne.Zaratsian@akrongeneral.org
Justin.Berthiaume@akrongeneral.org
MEMBERSHIP REPRESENTATIVES
Brian King Marion Crawford Jamie Wyss
330-896-5002 330-945-3177 330-665-8108
Brian.King@akrongeneral.org Marion.Crawford@akrongeneral.org Jamie.Wyss@akrongeneral.org
MEMBERSHIP SERVICES COORDINATOR /FINANCE ASSISTANTS
Renee Cox Lee Farian Belinda Jackson
330-896-5003 330-945-3120 330-665-8105
Renee.Cox@akrongeneral.org Lee.Farian@akrongeneral.org Belinda.Jackson@akrongeneral.org
OPERATIONS MANAGER
Brad Higgins
330-665-8169
Brad.Higgins@akrongeneral.org
PERSONAL TRAINING COORDINATORS
Scott Crabiel Scott Crabiel Scott Crabiel
330-665-8140 330-665-8140 330-665-8140
Scott.Crabiel@akrongeneral.org Scott.Crabiel@akrongeneral.org Scott.Crabiel@akrongeneral.org
RECREATION MANAGERS
Joshua Alexander Jim Conner
330-896-5016 330-945-3131
Joshua.Alexander@akrongeneral.org Jim.Conner@akrongeneral.org
WELLNESS SERVICES MANAGER
Bret Belfer Bret Belfer Bret Belfer
330-665-8175 330-665-8175 330-665-8175
Bret.Belfer@akrongeneral.org Bret.Belfer@akrongeneral.org Bret.Belfer@akrongeneral.org
VICE PRESIDENT
Doug Ribley Doug Ribley Doug Ribley
330-665-8133 330-665-8133 330-665-8133
Doug.Ribley@akrongeneral.org Doug.Ribley@akrongeneral.org Doug.Ribley@akrongeneral.org
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Important Information
New Member Orientation
The New Member Orientation welcomes
you to LifeStyles. This program gives
you an opportunity to meet our staff and
learn about programs and the facility.
Our fitness manager presents
components of a successful exercise
program and our registered dietitian
introduces nutritional guidelines as
they relate to health and exercise.
Please check at the front desk for
room assignment.
New Member Orientation: 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Green & West Jan 8 • Feb 12 • Mar 12 •
Apr 9 • May 14 • Jun 11
North Jan 15 • Feb 19 • Mar 19 • Apr 16
• May 21 • Jun 18
Member Newsletter
A LifeStyles member newsletter will
be mailed to your home four times
a year with news, reminders,
upcoming programs, health
information and more.
Member Satisfaction Survey
A LifeStyles member satisfaction survey
will be mailed to your home twice a
year. In order for us to continually
improve our services and programs,
we ask that you take a moment and
complete the survey to let us know
how we’re doing.
Guests
Guest passes
Day passes for guests are available for
adults (18+ years of age) and children
(under 18). Please bring photo I.D. All
guests are required to be accompanied
by a LifeStyles member.
Member/guest days
We have designated nine days
throughout the year for members to
bring a guest with them to enjoy
LifeStyles for free that day.
Member/ guest days are the perfect
opportunity to bring in guests interested
in becoming a LifeStyles member.
These dates are typically around
holidays and information is available
on upcoming member/guest days at
the LifeStyles Front Desks.
Referral Rewards Program
The LifeStyles referral rewards program
is available to all LifeStyles members.
This is available at all times throughout
the year and is a great way to reward
you for recommending the healthy
habits of exercise to your friends and
family. Please contact the Membership
Department at any LifeStyles facility
for more information.
Corporate Memberships
LifeStyles has several corporate
membership options which provide
employers the opportunity to offer
LifeStyles memberships to employees.
Please contact the Membership
Department at any LifeStyles facility
for more information.
Babysitting & KidStyles
Babysitting
Babysitting at LifeStyles is available for
children ages six weeks and older for a
nominal fee. Infants (ages six weeks to
one year) are allowed a maximum of
two hours of babysitting per day and
children over one year old may utilize
the babysitting services for up to three
hours per day. For the safety of your
child, we keep an information card on
file that you complete on your initial
visit. Please notify us if that information
changes. Diapers and drinks must be
provided by the parent. Please refrain
from bringing food into babysitting.
Please note: Gum, candy and soda are
not permitted in the babysitting area.
Green phone number and hours
330-896-5016
Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
North phone number and hours
330-945-3141
Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
West phone number and hours
330-665-8139
Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Sunday
10 a.m. - noon
Green phone number and hours
330-896-5016
Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
North phone number and hours
330-945-3141
Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Saturday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Sunday
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
West Phone numbers and hours
330-665-8139
School Year
Monday - Friday 3:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Additional Summer hours
Monday – Friday 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Parent-supervised preschool play time
Parents are welcome to utilize the
KidStyles area with their preschool
age children during the day. Parents
must remain in KidStyles to supervise
their children.
Family fun night
Every Friday night at LifeStyles,
families are encouraged to participate
in unrestricted dependent hours from
3 p.m. - 10 p.m. At this time, families
enjoy Rock Wall, open gym, swimming
and more!
LifeStyles Monthly Updates
Special family fun nights (West only)
LifeStyles would like to keep you up
The first Friday of each month will
to date on the latest news with our
include all of the above activities plus
LifeStyles Monthly Updates. LifeStyles
KidStyles
a special family oriented themed
now offers a monthly e-newsletter that
KidStyles at LifeStyles is a supervised
activity as well as a unique healthy
allows us to inform the membership on
play area for youth ages five - 12 years
snack to promote that theme. Special
program changes, new programs, Reciprocity
old. Usage of this area is free for children
family fun nights will run September
general news, and the ability to ask LifeStyles members have access to
included on family memberships, a
through June each year.
our staff questions regarding fitness all centers - the Health & Wellness
nominal fee is associated with children
and nutrition. If you gave us your email Center - West in Akron, Health &
who are a guest of a member, if it is
Summer & holiday camps
at the time of membership sign up, Wellness Center - North in Stow
available. Non-members must check in
A variety of camps for children and
you’re already registered to receive the and Health & Wellness - Green in
through Babysitting or pay the guest fee
young adults ages three - 14 years
email. If you did not and would like to Uniontown as another benefit of
at the front desk. Children engage in
old will be offered in June, July and
sign up, stop by the front desk and fill membership.
activities such as Rock Wall climbing,
August! Registration for summer camp
out a registration form. The information
circuit training, gym activities, group
programs begins in April. Discounts
you provide us will not be shared with
games, jump rope and free play.
are available for registration and
to any other organization.
Throughout the year, KidStyles youth
payment made before May 1st.
have the opportunity to challenge their
Also, throughout the year a variety of
strength, endurance, coordination and
holiday camps are offered. Check out
balance through a variety of programming.
the flyer racks for more information.
Successful completion of challenges
results in special recognition! Please
note: Gum, candy and soda are not
permitted in the KidStyles area.
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Recreation Activities
For more information, call LifeStyles – Green at 330-896-5016, LifeStyles - North
at 330-945-3146 or LifeStyles - West at 330-665-8139.
Rock Wall
LifeStyles has a Rock Wall at all facilities.
For a full body workout that increases
body awareness, builds strength and
confidence, try the wall!
All members can utilize the Rock Wall
during Open Climbs – Green & North -
Monday – 7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Wednesday & Friday – 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
North & West - Wednesday: 7:30 p.m. -
9 p.m. Friday – 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
For your safety, a certification class is
required if members want to utilize the
Rock Wall at their own convenience. The
class is offered to any member 16 and
over and covers equipment use, safe
climbing strategies and policies. Two
certified members can use the wall at any
time. Certified adults can supervise their own
children on the Rock Wall during dependent
hours. Staff supervised open climbing
times are scheduled to accommodate
the needs of others. Please call the
recreation department to make an
appointment to get certified.
Birthday Parties
Does someone you know have a birthday
coming up There isn’t a better place in
town than LifeStyles to host a party!
Choose from our packages or design
your own ‘a la carte’ options to create
the perfect birthday celebration.
Special Programs
Watch the flyer racks, the website & the
scrolling screens on the exercise floor for
these special recreational activities
scheduled throughout the year
• Themed holiday parties
• Parents’ Night Out Programs
(Activities for your children, so parents
can enjoy an evening alone)
• Summer and holiday camp (including
day camp, preschool camp and
specialty camps for older children)
• Dodgeball Competition
• Basketball and Golf Leagues
• Rock Wall Activity Sessions
• Preschool Physical Activity Programs
• YogaKids (Green) Tuesdays 4:30 p.m. -
5:15 p.m.
B.E.A.S.T – Basic Exercise
and Strength Training
Join us at LifeStyles North to participate
in a special program just for kids! BEAST
is designed to help implement healthy
habits in children, ages 8 through 12. Kids
will participate in games, exercises, and
activities led by the Recreation staff and
occasionally, members of the Fitness staff.
Swimming, rockwall, and basic plyometrics
are just a taste of what you can expect your
child to be doing! Sign up today, spaces
fill fast! Call 330-945-3141 to sign up.
Fall & Winter Hours: (After August 18)
Thursdays 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. Children 8-
12 years old. Free for family memberships
Gymnasium and
Basketball Court
Open-gym & dependent open-gym
The gymnasium is a multi-purpose area
available during all hours of LifeStyle
operation. Activities listed below as well as
special programs, will be scheduled by the
Recreation Department. Throughout the day
and during most scheduled programs, at
least half of the gymnasium will be available
for self-supervised or parent-supervised
activities. Any special equipment can be
obtained by notifying the recreation staff
24 hours in advance. Dependent hours apply
for youth wishing to use the gymnasium.
Occasionally, the gymnasium will be
closed for special events. Please check
the bulletin board for upcoming closings.
Pick-up basketball/volleyball
These open-gym, sport-specific team
games will be played on a first-come,
first-served basis. Teams will play to
a specified number of points. The
winners will remain on the floor to play
the next team. Ongoing pick-up games
will occur during the lunch hours.
Full court pick up basketball
Green - Wednesday 7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Sunday - 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
North - Sunday 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
West - Monday & Wednesday 5:30 p.m. -
7 p.m.
Volleyball open gym
Green - Monday 7:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
North - Wednesday 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
West - Thursday 7:30 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Birthday parties use of gymnasium
Birthday parties that use the gymnasium
are typically scheduled on Saturday or
Sundays between 12 - 5 p.m. On those
occasions one half of the gymnasium will
be closed to accommodate the party.
Fitness Programs
Physical Fitness Assessment &
Exercise Prescription
Our degreed exercise specialists offer
two one-hour sessions. The first session
is a fitness assessment consisting of a
variety of tests designed to assess your
present level of fitness. The tests include
blood pressure, cardiopulmonary fitness,
muscular strength, flexibility, height/
weight and body fat. During the second
session, the exercise specialist will
take results from the assessment and
incorporate them into a personalized
training program. Learn the correct
way to operate cardiovascular and
weight equipment. In addition, there
will always be someone available on
the fitness floor to assist you with the
equipment and to answer questions
regarding your program. Please ask
us for assistance or call 330-896-5017
(Green), 330-945-3107 (North) or
330-665-8107 (West). Members are
encouraged to get a new assessment
every six months and exercise
prescription every two to three
months, which is included with
your membership.
Personal Training
Go one-to-one with a credentialed
personal trainer who motivates and
coaches you through focused,
individualized exercise sessions. See
our LifeStyles personal training brochure
for questions and answers regarding
personal trainers, credentials and fees.
For more information, call 330-896-5017
(Green), 330-945-3107 (North) or
330-665-8140 (West).
Team Training
LifeStyles offers Team Training programs
in a variety of formats. Teams meet
weekly or bi-weekly to perform
exercises geared toward the program
goals. Formats offered and length of
sessions vary. Team Training is for
groups of three to five people. No
make-up sessions are available for
missed sessions. Please check with
the fitness staff or contact Personal
Training Coordinators Casey Sullivan
(Green), Josh Lamtman (North) or
Scott Crabiel (West) for a current
schedule of team training.
Exercise Consistency Club
Utilize the special fitness software on
the LifeStyles computer to track daily
aerobic and strength workouts. Input
your workouts on the treadmill, stair
steppers, bicycles, swimming or similar
activities. Monthly cardiovascular
strength training workout totals are
accumulated and accessed. This is
a great way to keep track of your
exercise routine. There is no cost for
using the system or to be a member
of the Exercise Consistency Club.
Incentive Programming
Members are invited to participate
in various programming options to
encourage regular exercise consistency.
Please see the exercise specialist at
the fitness desk at Green, North or
West for more details.
Teen Certification
Teenagers ages 13–15 years old
under Family memberships must
complete a one and a half hour Youth
Fitness Certification class if they would
like to use adult fitness equipment
during dependent hours. The class is
offered the second Sunday of each
month at West from 1:30 - 3 p.m.
Reservations are required. Individual
appointments are available at Green
and North locations. Please call the
fitness desk at 330-896-5017 (Green),
330-945-3107 (North) or
330-665-8107 (West).
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Group Exercise Classes
LifeStyles Group Exercise classes are designed to help you achieve your prescribed fitness
and wellness goals. An exercise specialist would be happy to review your file and recommend
classes that will help you. No prior group exercise experience is necessary for participation.
Please consult your physician or primary healthcare provider before beginning any exercise program.
To help ensure your safety and to help our management staff evaluate class utilization, each
member may be asked is required to sign in prior to the start of the class. Advance sign-in is
neither necessary nor permitted with the exception of specialty (pre-registration-required)
classes and certain equipment-based classes such as Group Cycling or barbell classes.
Most classes require proper athletic footwear. Please change out of street shoes into indoor
athletic training shoes prior to entering the studio. Cycling shoes may NOT be worn into the
studio; cycling participants may change into cycling shoes only after they are on their cycling
mat. Yoga and Pilates participants may remove their shoes at the door of the studio but must
wear shoes to and from class.
All classes are 55 minutes in duration unless otherwise noted. For your health and safety, it is
very important to perform the warm-up at the beginning of each class.; therefore, no one will
be admitted into class after the first ten minutes. It is highly recommended that all participants
remain in the class for its entirety to ensure a safe and proper cool-down. Some class formats
are unique to one center. Class availability is subject to change based on interest and class size.
Schedules are subject to change, so members are encouraged to routinely check the master
group exercise schedules available in the flyer racks at both locations. Scheduling information
can be found on Akron General’s website – www.akrongeneral.org/lifestyles.
Cardio Endurance Classes
LifeStyles offers a variety of conditioning
classes designed to challenge the
cardiovascular system and improve
one’s endurance. “Cardio” classes
include low impact, Zumba®, cardio
dance, hi-low, kickboxing, TurboKick®
and more.
Group Cycling Classes
LifeStyles Group Cycling classes provide
moderate-to-high intensity workouts on
a stationary cycle that simulates a road
bike. New riders are asked to consult the
instructor for appropriate bike settings
and modifications.
Muscular Strength/Endurance
Classes
Strength and endurance classes
include progressive, periodized and
pre-choreographed classes such as Rep
Reebok, PumpRx and classes focusing
on improving Balance. Each class offers
an efficient total body workout.
Mind-Body Classes
Mind-Body programming includes a
variety of Yoga, Pilates dance, aquatic, and
flexibility training methods. Many of these
classes are included in membership. We
now offer a variety of classes in our main
studios, mind body studios, and pools.
See the current schedule for more
information on current offerings.
Aquatic Group Exercise Classes
LifeStyles offers a variety of aquatic
class formats. Higher-intensity cardio
conditioning classes are offered in the
lap pools; and lower-intensity strength,
flexibility, joint range-of-motion classes,
and mind-body classes are offered in
our leisure and warm-water pools.
Flotation devices such as aqua noodles,
hand buoys and flotation belts are
available at no additional charge.
Members do not need to know how to
swim in order to enjoy these classes.
Specialty Classes and Workshops
Instructors who possess advanced level
training in disciplines such as Dance,
Martial Arts, Pilates, Yoga, cycling, and
more offer specialty classes to our
members. Specialty classes are offered
in progressive sessions and are available
at an additional fee. Register for our
Specialty Classes and Workshops at
the Front Desk or contact the Group
Exercise Manager.
Small Group Pilates Reformer
classes are available and are instructed
in our Mind Body Studios.
Private, Semi-Private, and Small
Group Pilates or Yoga training is
also available by appointment and for an
additional fee in our Mind Body Studios.
Contact the Group Exercise Manager to
set up a 30 – 55 minute appointment.
Aquatics
Lap Pools
Our six-lane lap pool is heated and
available during all hours of operation.
Dedicated lanes are open for lap
swimming, leisure swim and structured
programs. Every attempt will be made
to keep one to two lap lanes open.
Dependents can only use the pool
during dependent hours and must be
accompanied by an adult. The lifeguard
has the authority to grant dependents,
under 16, permission to swim without
an adult based on evaluation of
swimming skills. A lifeguard is on duty
at all times. Seventy-two lengths of
the pool equal one mile.
Therapy Pools
The therapy pools are reserved primarily
for patients of the Sports Medicine and
Physical Therapy programs. LifeStyles
members can use these pools on a
limited basis outside of patient hours.
Please check with the aquatics
departments for more information on
LifeStyles members’ use of these pools.
Leisure Pool (Green and North)
This mid-temperature, mid-size pool is
ideal for play, relaxation, group exercise
classes, swimming lessons and more.
The unique spray features add a sense
of calm or an air of excitement.
For the entire aquatics and pool
schedule please see the front desk or
visit akrongeneral.org/lifestyles.
Special Programs
Throughout the year, the Aquatic
Department will schedule special
programs to meet the needs and
requests of our LifeStyles members
and the community. Please check with
the Aquatic Department or watch the
flyer racks to find out more about these
upcoming pool events and classes.
• SCUBA diving certification courses
• Snorkeling classes
• Red Cross Lifeguard Training/Water
Safety Instruction & CPR Courses
• Swim camps
• Stroke technique clinics
• Pool parties
• Swim cinema (movies in the
pool area)
• Safety training workshops
• Swim incentive programs
Red Cross Swim Lessons
at LifeStyles
Swim lessons sessions are held
throughout the year. Registration begins
two weeks prior to the beginning of
each session. Swim lessons include
Red Cross parent child classes, Red
Cross Levels I –VI, and adult beginner
and intermediate classes. Registration
information for this program is
available at the LifeStyles front
desk flyer racks and on the website
www.akrongeneral.org/lifestyles.
SEALS Swimming
The Swimming Elite At LifeStyles
(SEALS), a youth non-competitive
swim training program, practices
throughout the year in the LifeStyles
Lap pool. Youths may sign up for one
of three levels- “Pro” SEALS, Fitness
SEALS or Fundamental SEALS.
The focus of all levels is to increase
speed, stroke development, teamwork
and fun! Registration information
for this program is available at the
LifeStyles front desk flyer racks
and on the website
www.akrongeneral.org/lifestyles.
High School Swimming
Green High School Swimming
(Green)
Stow High School Swimming
(North)
Revere High School Swimming
(West)
LifeStyles is proud to be the home
of Stow-Munroe Falls High School
Swimming at LifeStyles-North,
Green High School Swimming at
LifeStyles-Green and Revere High
School Swimming at LifeStyles-West.
Practices are held Monday - Friday
from 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. during the months
of November through the end of
February each year. The LifeStyles
pool will be closed from approximately
3:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. for up to six home
swim meets. For your convenience,
these dates will be posted in the pool
area and at the front desk well in
advance of the events.
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Wellness Services
Nutrition Orientation
Learn basic nutrition principles at
the new member orientation. Contact
the LifeStyles front desk for specific
dates and times. New members also
receive a complimentary 24-hour
nutritional analysis to assist with meal
planning. For more information, call
330-665-8022.
LiteStyle - 10 weeks to a
healthier body
Look better. Feel better. LiteStyle is an
exercise and nutrition program that
changes your lifestyle in 10 short weeks.
You will be instructed by a registered
dietitian and certified personal trainer,
who show you everything from working
out to eating out. LifeStyles members
receive a reduced program fee. For
more information, call 330-665-8022.
Health Education Topics
A variety of health, lifestyle and
wellness topics can be presented at
your organization in one-half to
one-hour formats.
Health Fairs
Various services and screenings can
be offered on-site at your organization’s
health fair such as health risk appraisal,
cholesterol screening, lipid profiles,
glucose testing, blood pressure and
much more.
Corporate Programs
The Wellness Services Department is
able to provide a wide array of programs
on-site, at your company or at the
Health & Wellness Center. Please call
330-665-8175 to see what we can
design for your company.
Nutrition Counseling
Whether you have a specific problem
that needs addressed - cholesterol
reduction, high blood pressure, sports
nutrition - or simply would like to learn
how to improve your health through
proper nutrition, meet with a registered
dietitian to discuss your individual
concerns. Please call our dietitian
today at 330-665-8022 to find answers
to your nutrition questions, counseling
packages and fees, and to set up your
appointment today.
Cholesterol Screenings
Wellness Services provides this
screening two times per month.
Please watch for the schedule times
and dates. Three different types of
screenings are available to test total
cholesterol - HDL, LDL triglycerides
and glucose. Call 330-665-8175
for screening fees.
NuFit – Free Nutrition & Fitness Education for a New
You! (formerly Healthy LifeStyle Educational Lecture Series)
This is a free program where we discuss the latest topics in nutrition and
fitness, share recipes, facts, myths and receive tips from our degreed exercise
specialist and registered dietitians. Meetings are held on the Second Tuesday of
the month at West, third Tuesday of the month at North and the fourth Tuesday
of the month at Green. Room locations may vary. Please check with the front
desk at both facilities for more details. Reservations are encouraged - please
call the front desk at Green at 330-896-5000, West at 330-665-8100 or
North at 330-945-3100 to make a reservation.
For additional information about these programs and services, call Akron General’s
Wellness Services at 330-665-8095 or visit akrongeneral.org/lifestyles
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Holiday Schedule 2013
Facility hours Dependent hours KidStyles hours Babysitting hours
New Year’s Day, January 1
8 a.m. - 2 p.m. 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Babysitting Closed West
11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Green & North
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, January 21
REGULAR 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. 9 a.m. - noon REGULAR
3:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Presidents Day, February 18
REGULAR 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. 9 a.m. - noon REGULAR
3:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Good Friday, March 29
REGULAR 9 a.m. - 10 p.m. 9 a.m. - noon REGULAR
3:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Easter Sunday, March 31
8 a.m. - 2 p.m. 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. West
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Green & North
Memorial Day, May 27
8 a.m. - 2 p.m. 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. West
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Green & North
Independence Day, July 4
CLOSED
Labor Day, September 2
8 a.m. - 2 p.m. 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. West
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Green & North
Thanksgiving Day, November 28
5:30 a.m. - 1 p.m. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. West
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Green & North
Christmas Eve, December 24
5:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. West
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Green & North
Christmas Day, December 25
CLOSED
New Year’s Eve, December 31
5:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. 9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. West
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Green & North
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Summary of Recognition
2012
Top 100 Clubs & Chains in the
Nation - #1 Hospital Owned
Center in the Nation
Club Industry Magazine
Akron Beacon Journal
2012 Best of the Best –
Best Workout Place
Rising Star Award Winner
Central Region Medical
Fitness Association Chapter –
Scott Crabiel, Personal
Training Coordinator
Fox 8 Consumer Award Best
of Akron-Canton Hot List #1
Health & Fitness Center 2012
2011
Top 100 Clubs & Chains in the
Nation - #1 Hospital Owned
Center in the Nation
Club Industry Magazine
Fox 8 Consumer Award Best
of Akron-Canton Hot List #1
Health & Fitness Center 2011
2010
Top 100 Clubs & Chains in the
Nation - #1 Hospital Owned
Center in the Nation
Club Industry Magazine
Fox 8 Consumer Award Best
of Akron-Canton Hot List #1
Health & Fitness Center 2010
2009
Top 100 Clubs & Chains in the
Nation - #1 Hospital Owned
Center in the Nation
Club Industry Magazine
Club Industry Best of the
Best Award 2009 “Best New
Member Integration Program”
Road Map to Fitness
Fox 8 Consumer Award Best
of Akron-Canton Hot List #1
Health & Fitness Center 2009
Akron Beacon Journal
2009 Best of the Best –
Best Workout Place
2008
Top 100 Clubs & Chains
in the Nation - #1 Hospital
Owned Center in the Nation
Club Industry Magazine
NOVA 7 AWARD: Runner Up
Marketing Promotion
MEDICAL FITNESS
ASSOCIATION #1 Medically
Based Fitness Center over
50,000 square feet
MEDICAL FITNESS
ASSOCIATION WINNER
Don Schneider Special
Recognition Award -
Sue Parker
2007
Excellence in Landscaping
Presented by the Stow
Community Garden Club (N)
Top 100 Clubs & Chains
in the Nation - #1 Hospital
Owned Center in the Nation
Club Industry Magazine
2006
NOVA 7 Award: Certificate
Of Excellence - Events,
Classes & Community
Outreach - LiteStyles Weight
Management Program
Fitness Management Magazine
Top 100 Clubs & Chains
in the Nation - #1 Hospital
Owned Center in the Nation
Club Industry Magazine
2005
NOVA 7 Award: Winner
Best Events, Classes &
Community Outreach
Programs - Survivor
Summer Camp Program
Fitness Management Magazine
Top 100 Clubs & Chains
in the Nation - #1 Hospital
Owned Center in the Nation
Club Industry Magazine
Medical Fitness
Administrator of the Year -
Thomas L. “Tim” Stover, MD
2004
Top 100 Clubs & Chains
in the Nation - #1 Hospital
Owned Center in the Nation
Club Industry Magazine
2003
Top 100 Clubs & Chains
in the Nation - #1 Hospital
Owned Center in the Nation
Club Industry Magazine
NOVA 7 Award: Certificate of
Excellence Events, Classes &
Community Outreach - Girl
Scout Wellness Day
Fitness Management Magazine
2002
Top 100 Clubs & Chains
in the Nation - #1 Hospital
Owned Center in the Nation
Club Industry Magazine
NOVA 7 Award: Winner
Exercise Programming
Fitness Management Magazine
2001
Top 100 Clubs & Chains
in the Nation - #1 Hospital
Owned Center in the Nation
Club Industry Magazine
2000
NOVA 7 Award: Certificate
of Excellence - Operations
& Finance
Fitness Management Magazine
NOVA 7 Award: Certificate
of Excellence - Promotion,
Sales & Marketing
Fitness Management Magazine
NOVA 7 Award: Certificate
of Excellence - Websites &
New Technology
Fitness Management Magazine
NOVA 7 Award: Certificate
of Excellence - Wellness &
Health Promotion -
The Akron Diet
Fitness Management Magazine
Distinguished Achievement
Award - Medical Fitness
Association - Douglas Ribley
Recognized Leader, Medical
Fitness Center Director
John P. Greene Founders
Award Medical Fitness
Association Organization that
has Advanced Medical
Fitness Industry
Revenue Rankings:
Top 100 Clubs & Chains
in the Nation - #1 Hospital
Owned Center in the Nation
Club Industry Magazine
1999
Ohio Parks & Recreation
Association - Special Events
Program Award: Honorable
Mention
NOVA 7 Award: Certificate
of Excellence - Operations
& Finance
Fitness Management Magazine
NOVA 7 Award: Certificate of
Excellence - Customer Service
Fitness Management Magazine
LifeStyles - Green
1940 Town Park Blvd.
Uniontown, OH 44685
330-896-5000
LifeStyles - North
4300 Allen Road
Stow, OH 44224
330-945-3100
LifeStyles - West
4125 Medina Road
Akron, OH 44333
330-665-8100