WINTER 2018 - MAGAZINE
2018-2019 Board of Directors
Officers President – Charles J. Vanstrom, Esq. Vice President – Steve Weil Secretary – Gretchen McLaughlin Treasurer – Sheila Dunlavy
Directors 4 10 Sean Campbell John Downs Sara Odendahl Jo Timmins Inside This Issue Todd Roberts V.A. Sridhar Member News 2 Athletics 15 Charlie Vickland Kurt Zaner, Esq. (Exec. Committee Member At Large) Member Focus/Longevity 4 Aquatics 16 Recording Secretary, Anthony Delgado Edward Janos, C.M.C 10 Basketball 17
Executive Staff Catering Corner 12 Racquetball 20 Clubhouse Manager/Interim GM – Chris Elliott Social Scene 13 Squash 21 Controller – Robert L. Berger Culinary Director – Ed Janos, CMC Kids Corner 25 Youth Activities 27 Director of Membership – Jason McKendrick Executive Manager – Linda K. Frogge Fitness Director – Gavin Larney 30 16
The Denver Athletic Club’s Mission and Vision Statements:
Our Mission Statement The Denver Athletic Club exists for the enrichment of and service to its members and their families. It is “A Club for Your Whole Life.”
• Members enjoy a family atmosphere of camaraderie and friendship with programs and services in first-class facilities that appeal to a broad range of ages, interests and lifestyles. 25
• Members experience an environment that furthers the achievement of their personal, athletic, social and business goals.
Vision The Denver Athletic Club strives to be one 19 of the finest urban, athletic, recreational, business and social clubs in the nation; a place where healthy lives lead healthy lifestyles. A place where members always want to be. A place embracing the whole family. 20 MEMBER NEWS
Charles J. Vanstrom President Come 2019, we are looking forward to announcing a new General Manager. The appointed Search Committee has Dear DAC Members, been working with a Search Firm and have several very highly qualified candidates that have been interviewed. You may have heard by now A round of second interviews has been conducted and that we have hired Ed Janos, the finishing steps are being made to secure a General Certified Master Chef. I was Manager. That person will continue to follow the Strategic fortunate to be a part of the Plan and help to sustain the great qualities of this fine club. hiring process and it was a We are fortunate to be a part of this club which will pleasure getting to know Ed celebrate its 135th year legacy in 2019. and his wife, Kristi. Ed joined us in October and has been working tirelessly to build an all-star staff and make our On behalf of the entire Board of Directors, I would like to kitchens state-of-the-art. Eventually, he will begin wish you all a very happy and safe Holiday Season! preparing his unique culinary specialties. I hope that many of you were able to attend the “Meet the Chef” Reception that was held recently. If you have not had a Charles J. Vanstrom, Esq. chance to meet Ed, there will be many other opportunities. Please see page 10 and you can read DAC President more about Ed and his many accomplishments.
This article is my introduction of an initiative to bring two (2) golf simulators to the Club. Detailed information will be sent out to members and disseminated throughout the Clubhouse in the next few days and weeks, but some of the basic are beginning a membership drive. In the interest of generating revenue quickly to fund installations we are soliciting a limited number of founding member singles to make deposits at $250 and families will be asked for a deposit of $300. Annual membership subscriptions will be offered until we reach a 400 cap, so please review the detailed information as it is unveiled.
As we approach some of the most festive times of the year, I encourage you to bring your family and friends to the club to enjoy one of the many social events that are offered the next few months. This year we have added an evening at the Stock Show! Come to the club for a Cocktail and Hors d’oeuvre Reception and see the surprise that we have waiting for you in the Atrium! Then relax on the chartered bus that will drop you off at the National Western Stock Show. There are all sorts of western vendors and exhibits to enjoy as well as some “yummy” favorites like kettle corn, turkey legs and yes, deep-fried Twinkies!
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Reciprocal Club Feature The Bellevue Club Hotel Bellevue, Washington
The Bellevue Club is a lovely club in Washington State. In order to utilize the club, you need to be a guest of the Bellevue Hotel. If you are planning a trip in that area, the Bellevue Club Hotel comes highly recommended.
The Bellevue Club Hotel places great emphasis on the special touches. Their attention to detail is key to attaining
the highest levels of guest satisfaction. Among the many amenities designed to enhance your experience are the following:
• 24-hour concierge and room service • Complimentary Wi-Fi in all rooms • Same-day laundry service Please contact The DAC for a letter of introduction before • Valet parking visiting any of the reciprocal clubs. You may call 303.534.1211 or email, [email protected]
In addition, as a guest of Bellevue Club Hotel, you also Please be reminded that reciprocal clubs are private clubs receive a hospitality membership to the Bellevue Club and they have different guest fees and policies which DAC during your stay. At the Bellevue Club, you will experience: members are required to follow. These are clubs where you need to be member or a reciprocal club guest in order to utilize them. • Full-service Spa • Two indoor and one outdoor swimming pools • Four state-of-the-art workout studios • Indoor or outdoor tennis • Four dining options
As the premier athletic and social club on Seattle’s Eastside, the Bellevue Club attracts the Northwest’s most prominent and visionary citizens.
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Ted E. & Dianna Orf 33 Hanne Lichtenfels 31 Alejandra Solis-Turner 30 Diane & Edward Blieszner 33 G. J. & Jennifer Tankersley 31 Scott Mclean 30 Paul & Jane Baryames 33 Maralyn E. Moore 31 Joycee & Richard Kennedy 30 Panayes & Riisa Dikeou 33 Vicki & John Switzer 31 Carolyn Francis 30 Kurt & Melissa Nelson 33 Samuel & Beatriz Butler 30 Dr. Timothy & Sally Kennedy 33 William & Laura Egan 30 Mitchell & Margaret Morrissey 33 Peter & Lori Wycoff 30 Robert & Theresa Keatinge 33 Richard & Ge Horn 30 Chet & Anne Stern 33 Tom & Janet Hudspeth 30 Dr. William & Susan Hiatt 33 Ford Frick 30 Wayne & Elizabeth Forman 33 David & Carolyn Wollard 30 Edward & Stephanie Harvey 33 Lloyd & Eileen Land 30 William F. Ferguson 33 Dr. Robert & Devra Maulitz 30 Timothy & Barbara Pleune 33 Michael S. Mccarthy 30 William & Deborah Self 33 John & Penn Rand 30 Leigh Sinclair & Arlan Preblud 32 Thomas & Brenda Byrne 30 Gary & Ann Houghton 32 Steven & Christine Armstrong 31 Timothy & Kathryn Ryan 32 Bob Weight 31 Stanley Freedman & Marcia Lori 31 Freedman 31 Alan S. Brown 31 Steven & Susan Halstedt 31 Duncan A. Shepherd 31 Terence & Nicole Ridley 31 Robert & Ellen Woodruff 31 Craig & Lisa Umbaugh 31 William & Jody Hunnicutt 31 Pamela R. Doig 31 Ms. Rickie A. Guida 30 Thomas & Anne Wright 30 Thomas & Linda Dieveney 30 Stephen Orzynski 30 Raeburn & Susan Jenkins 30 Raymond & Linda Clark 32 James & Cindy Marvel 30 John & Esther Wasserman 29 Michael R. Seeley 32 John Lay & Carol Buchanan 30 Charles G. Cannon 29 William & Kris Paddock 32 Richard & Nina Robinson 29 Timothy & Marybel Schimberg 32 John & Elizabeth Spence 29 Ms Mary Lynn Richardson 32 Frederic & Jacquelyn Conover 29 Charles R. Harrison 32 Malcolm & Lisa Murray 29 Randy & Beth Gradishar 32 David & Betty Arkell 29 Warren & Diane Eckloff 32 Debra L. Rosenthal 29 Andrew & Wendy Petrie 32 Julie L Weber 29 Harry C. Ellison 32 Robert T. Connery 29 Thomas & Margaret Deline 32 Dr Rick & Lisa Schaler 29 Robert L. Bayless 32 Floyd & K.K. Ciruli 29 Samuel & Michele Butler 32 Harold & Beverly Haddon 29 Andrew & Lora Allan 32 Michael J. Cook 29 James & Michele Sorensen 32 James & Carole Quinby 29 Jean Wallace 32 Dr. Linda & Charles Huang 29 William E. Peters 32 Barbara & Robert Brett 29 Douglas & Mary Wamsley 32 Mark & Karen Davidson 29 Richard & Linda Heider 32 William & Cheryl Leone 29 Ms Irma A Mapelli 31 Gary C. Davenport 30 Paul & Kellie Newland 29 Darrell & Suzanne Brown 31 Ronald & Mary Snow 30 Dr. Nancy McMahon 29 William & Robin Hayes 31 Mr. Wade Eldridge 30 Blakely & Lora Hutchison 31 Robert & Wendy Kaufman 30 James & Darlene Hannon 31 Thomas & Karen Gross 30 Charles & Catherine Mcclean 31 Ms Katherine Gold Semler 30 Robert & Dona Carnicello 31 & R. Parker Semler 30 Mark & Nancy Palmer 31 Larry & Bertha Naves 30 Ralph & Lynn Torres 31 David Von Gunten & Lisa Kugler 30 Victor & Cynthia Frandsen 31 Patricia A. Brew 30 John & Bridget Grier 31 James Zachry Turner & Martha 30
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Come Sample the featured wines and enjoy the artist of the month!
The first Wednesday of the month December 5th, January 3rd, February 6th from 5:00pm – 6.30pm
WINTER 2018 5 MEMBER NEWS
Welcome New Members
August 2018 Osborn, Mark Melissa Osborn Patterson, Mark MEMBER CO-MEMBER Peacock, Joseph Adamson, Christina Raisch, Jerod Lee Humphreys Amaya, Alex Alexandra Ripoli Rice, Alexander Cameron Barnes Amaya Richey, Kami Kirk Richey Arthur, Ian Rickershauser, Peter Patricia Rickershauser Astuno, Mary Annie Scott Robbins, Richard Kerry Moriarty Athmann, Cara Rogers, Ben Bender, Sean Ashley Bender Rogers, Elliot Briggs, Dea Juan Gutierrez Ryder, Joseph Brown, Nea Schmidt, Lauren Olson, Eric Bull, Naomi Schmidt, Lindsey Carney, Robert Kristine Carney Schroeder, James Chapman, Sean Sasithorn Chapman Schumacher, Stacia Cherveny, Jason Jennifer Cherveny Sturges, Michael Chisholm, Derek Chisholm, Tricia Sund, David Mello, Kari Condon, Meredith Taylor, Jackson Cramer, Caroline Terch, Ella Cramer, Grant Terch, Jack Crews, Dutch Thatcher, David Michelle Thatcher Croney, James Tovrea, Bryant Daniel, Justin Weeks, Waverly In Loving Davies, Jack Wiebe, Todd Tara Wiebe Dawson, Bridger Zaentz Lewis, Paul Memory Of: D’Costa, Jennifer Elinoff, Neal Karla Elinoff September 2018 Funk, Jeremy Harry L. Arkin Garver, Bryan Christine Garver MEMBER CO-MEMBER Giordano, Nicholas Beecherl, Robert Maeve Brennan 1933-2018 Greinke, Amy Melina Ward Brown, Ariele Grodahl, Eric Davis, Matt Carmen Davis DAC Member Since 1987 Guber, Halle Felton, Aaron Haberman, Matthew Kelly Vrabel Grau, Anne Haberman, Michael Audrey Meany Hardin, Ross Hajlo, Samantha Jennifer Busch Limchuatuan, Joseph Gwinavere Johnston Heitman, Elizabeth Ludwick, Jake 1943-2018 Heitman, Lucile Siegel, Gregory Anya Havriliak Henderson, Eric Small, Dean Cate Small DAC Member Since 1979 Hope, Jennifer Walrond, Dylan Hudson, Larry Rebecca Hudson Hunziker, Will Hannah Selvey October 2018 Jacoby, Dana Donald C. Peterson Jani, Gabe MEMBER CO-MEMBER Jani, Isabella Barrington, Bill 1924-2018 Kacerguis, Patricia Della Torre, Victoria Marco Della Torre Kaiser, Christian Drum, John Drum, Amy DAC Member Since 1954 Kazma, David Christine Tilbury Feldman, Matt Amanda Feldman Kenney, John Margaret Williams Gentile, Ben Kraus, Hanna Jeff Glasheen Hodgson, Scott Thu Hodgson Lavergne, Barrett Kristin Lavergne Johnson, J Wesley Brittney Unique Cousin Lawrence, Drew Jennifer Pitotti Kennedy, Jodie Joe Kennedy Lovera, Alejandro Nelson, Charles Maloney, James Rennee’ Glover Osborn, Susan Mandarich, Mark Persons, Melissa Markey, Sara Will Markey Potts, Hannah Massey, Cabell Riopelle, Chris Sarah Riopelle McNaughton, Michael Rosenbloom, Adam Mary Kate Douglas McNear, Scott Alyssa Davanzo Roush, Kaleb Mendez, Audrey Samuelson, John Colleen Johnson Merendino, Frank Kim Merendino Schwab, John Abby Schwab Mills, Riley Smith, Parker Mills, Sawyer Sullivan, Riley Moore, William Villard, Roman Najera, Zach Walker, Richard Karen Walker Neier, Daniel Young, Gary Elizabeth Walker Nyberg, Matthew O’Connor, Cooper
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Hello DAC Members,
As the end of 2018 approaches, the Membership Team is taking the time to reflect on the past year and look toward what is ahead. After growing membership exponentially over the last fiscal year with 612 new applicants providing a net membership gain of 100+, we began the New Year with exciting opportunities along with new challenges!
Please Give the Gift of Membership this holiday season and you will receive a free month of dues with the Holiday Referral Promotion proceeding through January! You can visit the Membership Offices for the latest referral program details and let us make arrangements for your guests to experience the benefits of membership.
Thank you for your attendance at the signature events and THANK YOU again for all the support and referrals, as we cannot accomplish our goals for growth without you all being advocates. We know the holiday season brings us very busy months and we are very grateful for you taking the time to share your Club with your friends, family and colleagues!
Our next New Member Social will be held on Monday, January 28th in the Bowling Alley and you’re always invited to attend, bring a guest and socialize with the newest members of our community. NEW MEMBERS & CURRENT MEMBERS WELCOME! As the year comes to a close, the Board of Directors is leading staff through a strategic planning initiative to guide future growth and ensure sustainability. I look forward to reporting in 2019 on the impact this process will have on holding The DAC’s position as A Club For Your Whole Life.
We are here to assist in making your membership a valuable and fulfilling experience and we thank Meets in the Pub at 6:00 PM on the 3rd you for your continued support to The DAC and its Thursday & last Tuesday monthly programs! Thurs. Dec. 20th, Wishing you a Happy Holiday Season, Thurs. Jan. 17th & Tues. 29th Thurs. Feb. 26th Jason McKendrick, Director of Membership Reserve a spot today [email protected]
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Specials in The DAC Restaurant and Pub
Nightly Specials
Monday / Burger & Brew
Tuesday Night Ask your server about the Featured Wine of the Month
Wednesday / Family Night in The Bistro $18 Adults / $7 Kids age 4-12 / 5 & under free
Thursday / Pasta Night 1/2 Price Bottles of Wine $18 Adults / $7 Kids age 4-12 / 5 & under free
Friday / Prime Rib 10 oz – $22 / 14 oz – $24
*DAC Restaurant and Pub Hours DAC Restaurant: Mon – Fri: 7:00am – 9:00pm Sat: 11:00am – 8:00pm Sun: Closed Pub Hours: Mon – Fri: 4:00pm – 9:00pm Sat: Closed Sun: Closed
WINTER 2018 9 INTRODUCING OUR NEW CULINARY DIRECTOR Edward Janos, C.M.C Certified Master Chef
After graduating from the Culinary Institute of America in 1977 with Honors and perfect attendance, Chef Janos returned to his native Detroit, MI where he accumulated many public accolades. Included were an unprecedented two “Best Restaurant of the Year” awards at two different restaurants and Chaine des Rotisseur recognition as one of the top ten chefs in the Midwest. Chef Janos has worked with Ritz Carlton Hotels, held two Corporate Executive Chef positions and a position as Director of Research and Development for Boston Market Corporate Headquarters which brought him to Denver, CO where he has lived since 1997. For the past nineteen years, Chef Janos has owned Cook’s Fresh Market in Denver, CO along with his wife, Kristin. Chef Janos also owned and operated a consulting business specializing in recipe development for restaurants and corporations as well as hiring and training personal chefs for private clients. Additionally, Chef Janos is a freelance food journalist, has written a weekly column for The Denver Post as well as hosting a weekly food segment on local Denver television for over three years. Chef Janos also held a position as part-time adjunct instructor at Johnson and Wales University. Chef Janos passed the rigorous 10-day Certified Master Chef exam in 1993, given once a year by the American Culinary Federation at the Culinary Institute of America. In over 30 years of testing, less than 80 candidates have completed and passed this most demanding and highest level of professional testing.
4/05 • Seoul International Culinary 1/89 • Bocuse D’ Or , Alternate Competition, Team Gold in Cold, Finalist for U.S.A • Lyon, France Team Silver in Hot • Seoul, S. Korea 9/88 • American Culinary Gold 7/99 • Western Regional Finalist C u p B o c u s e D ’ O r , F i r s t R u n n e r - U p ACF Certified Angus Beef • Chicago, IL Competition • Chicago, IL 5/86 • ACF National Culinary Team Tryouts, Hot Food • Chicago, IL 1/93 • ACF Master Chef C e r t i fi c a t i o n E x a m , P a s s e d 4/86 • ACF National Culinary • Hyde Park, NY Team Tryouts, Cold Food, Silver Medal • Detroit, MI 5/92 • American Culinary Gold Cup Bocuse D’ Or, Finalist • 3/86• 6th International Salon Chicago, IL Culinaire, Team Silver, Individual Gold • Johannesburg, South Africa 5/91 • Captain of Team Competition, First Place 83/86 • ACF Culinary Shows • Rome, Italy – Two Team Gold Medals, Four Individual Gold Medals, Two Silver 5/90 • American Culinary Gold Medals, 2 Best of Show Awards, Cup Bocuse D’ Or, Finalist • Most Original Piece Award, Best Chicago, IL Buffet Award
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Catering Team Update:
Beth Lobeda was a valued employee in the Catering office at The Denver Athletic Club for over 7 years. Recently she decided to move and start a new life in Texas. She has really made a significant difference at The Club when it comes to corporate clients, members and weddings. She will be truly missed but we wish her the absolute best in her future endeavors. Nicole Shapiro (previously Diele) will stand as the Interim Director of Catering until the position is filled. Please contact Nicole with any catering or event needs.
TIS THE SEASON...
ForIf you or someone youEngagements know is starting to plan a wedding, please give us a call! The DAC Catering Team is happy to schedule a time to talk about all the options you have at The DAC.
Recent Wedding Reviews / The Knot
Chelsey Poole & Will Vasos having character and history, along with being modern “Everything about The Denver Athletic Club is amazing!! and urban. Our guests are still talking about the food and We had our wedding reception on the rooftop at the cheese display, dancing on the rooftop and ending the beginning of September and already miss working with night down in the bowling alley. The DAC was everything we dreamed of for our wedding reception and more!
Krystin Cardozo & Max Maloney “The DAC is extremely professional and of the highest standard. From day one Nicole helped us create the wedding of our dreams. It’s a great venue in that they do just about everything in house! The food is AMAZING and the service during dinner is even better. They are extremely flexible in helping your image come to life!
them. From the first time we met Beth we were immediately put at ease. She is friendly, funny, professional and fun. There were multiple times leading up to our wedding day that my husband and I said to each other, “well we don’t have to worry about anything with DAC because we know Beth is there.” Not only is Beth and the rest of the staff absolutely amazing, but the space is also incredible. We immediately fell in love with the rooftop and downtown views. It was the perfect combination of
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14 WINTER 2018 DENVERATHLETICCLUB.ORG Small Club Gatherings & Events
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AQUATICS The DAC hosts the Short course Meters Winter Championship on Saturday, December 8th.
Morning Swim Lessons with Coach Chelsey: Parent tot with Coach Chelsey Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday Saturday @ 10:30am 9:00am-12:00pm To register for any of our programs email or call Coach Paul. 720.931.6712 [email protected] Afternoon Swim Lesson Program (Monday and Wednesday) with Coach Elizabeth DAC Hammerheads take home top honors at XXXI annual CUDA Pentathlon swim meet! 4:30pm Guppies: This group is our youngest swimmers working on being comfortable in the pool.
5:00pm Goldfish: Usually a bit older than guppies and comfortable submerging under water. Skills will include kicking drills, breathing exercises and coordinating arm motions into their front freestyle stroke and backstroke.
5:30pm Jelly Fish: Jelly Fish are more advanced than our goldfish. Skills include kicking for freestyle, backstroke and dolphin; jumping and diving into the pool and swimming distances as far at 25 meters.
(Left to right) Giuliana Liley, Evelyn Higgins, Henry Mallory, Mia Briant and Charlie Mallory. BADMINTON
Pick Up Badminton Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 11:00am-12:15pm
Adult/Master’s Swim Program Tuesday and Thursday 5:30am – 7:00am & 5:30pm-7:00pm Monday-Friday: 12:00pm-1:00pm Master’s swimming is a coach lead workout for swimmers looking to improve technique, endurance, and speed. Our Master’s swim team is open to ALL MEMBERS! Classes are included in your membership dues.
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BASKETBALL BOWLING
All events, RSVP on website calendar or to Justin Pierce at Please check The DAC website for Open Bowling Hours [email protected]. For more information on www.denverathleticclub.org or call 920.931.6719. all events, visit denverathleticclub.org
Pick Up Basketball Lunch Time Games: Tuesdays and Thursdays 12:00PM-1:30PM
Wednesday Evening Hoops 6:15PM-8:00PM (Extended Happy Hour in the Pub until 8:00PM)
Winter Basketball League Ages: DAC Adults, 18+ Cost: $100 for members/$125 for guests When: Mondays, (10 weeks, 8 game minimum guaranteed) Where: Gymnasium Time: 6:30PM-9:30PM
Draft Night will take place on January 14 from 6:30pm-9:00pm. During Draft Night, all registered players participate in pick up play from 6:30pm- 7:30pm, this is when captains are selected. From there, we move the festivities to a meeting room for the official Draft from 8:00pm-9:00pm. Free-agents are welcome! Games will be played each Monday from January 21 – March 12 with our Championship game being played at the Pepsi Center!
Our leagues always feature professional referees, customized jerseys, pertinent team and individual statistics, great competition, and prizes for league winner, and more!
The DAC at the NUGGETS GAME Come join us for discounted tickets to watch the Nuggets take on the Timberwolves on Tuesday March 12 @8:30pm! Ticket pricing is as follows:
Group Pricing/Locations MAY 19, 2019 I DENVER, CO MARATHON THROUGH THE STADIUM • HALF THROUGH THE ZOO
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FITNESS RATES: 1 Trainer/1 Member 60 minutes - $85 45 minutes - $75 Fitness Happy Hour 30 minutes - $70 Hey fitness friends (yes, that’s you!), let’s grab a drink and get to know each other better! Each 1 Trainer/2 Members month, we will have a new Pre-Pub Workout with a 60 minutes - $115 bucket of beer and cider to enjoy after class. Then, 45 minutes - $105 we’ll move to The Pub and enjoy a special 30 minutes - $95 complimentary craft cocktail and happy hour 1 Trainer/3+ Members prices. 60 minutes - $140
Save these dates: December 19th, January 28th, For more information, please contact Karen Richards at February 20th 720.931.6705 or [email protected] Pre-Pub Workout: 4:00-4:45pm Pub Happy Hour: 5:00-7:00pm
For more details, contact GROUP EXERCISE Karen Richards at [email protected]
PERSONAL TRAINING OPTIONS The DAC Training Team would love to help you accomplish your fitness goals! Trainers can help round out your fitness routine to freshen up your workouts and challenge your Do you sit too long or unknowingly hunch body both, safely and effectively. Personal Trainers can frequently? also work on corrective exercises and postural evaluations for proper body mechanics, as well as rehabilitation Foundation Training addresses these concerns! exercises and modifications for any injuries or limitations. Foundation Training is a series of exercises designed to All personal training are single sessions. Your choice of a help restore natural movement through a systematic 30, 45, or 60 minute session. combination of powerful movements, intentional poses, and conscious breathing to simultaneously activate, TRAINING OPTIONS: lengthen and link many groups of muscles, leading to 1. INDIVIDUAL TRAINING improved posture and freedom of movement. Everyone One-on-one personal training for your individual goals from the most sedentary to the most active will benefit. and needs. Complimentary introductory sessions are available on the 2. GROUP TRAINING first, second, and third Sunday of December and January Find a partner to bring on the fun and bring down the in Studio 4 at 12:30pm as well as on Tuesdays at 5pm in cost! Trainers can accommodate any group size. Studio 5. All classes are led by a Certified Foundation Training Instructor. Sessions begin promptly and are limited 3. FLEX TRAINER to 5 to 8 new participants at each session. Allows members to book personal training in a more flexible and spontaneous way. HOW IT WORKS: Trainers Participants who have taken an introductory session may post their available times. If a time fits your schedule, join subsequent sessions. Please sign-up for each session. contact that trainer directly by phone, text or email. To sign up, contact Glen Rosenthal grosenthal@ denverathleticclub.org 4. NEW MEMBER SESSIONS Each new member receives two complimentary personal training sessions. If you have not yet been contacted or did not receive your sessions, please contact Karen.
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Cycling Classes Come check out our updated Cycling Studio! HANDBALL
Not only do we have new awesome Keiser Spin Bikes but All events, RSVP on website calendar or to Debbie Beldring also a New SPIVI Group Display system that tracks your [email protected] or call 720.931.6732. Cycling metrics and progress, gives you immediate feedback displayed on the Leaderboard screen, real time DAC Open Champions performance data and keeps you motivated! After the The DAC hosted nearly 60 players for the annual DAC workout session you even get an email with all your results Open handball tournament on October 19th and 20th. from the class. Congratulations to Stan Dunlavy on winning the 60+ division. SPIVI requires our members to register on www.spivi.com and downloading the complimentary SPIVI app will make Thank you to The DAC member participants and amazing logging into a class super easy. staff for making The DAC Open another successful event!
Don’t wait; do it now and track all your hard work and make it worthwhile! Contact Petra if you have questions. [email protected]
Stan Dunlavy (left) 60+ division Champion
Club Championships Singles January 7-18 Doubles February 4-15 Singles and doubles divisions are offered. Tournament sign-ups will be located at the Athletic Office. This is an extended tourney where singles is played the first couple of weeks in January and then doubles will be played in February.
Handball Winter Singles League Wednesdays, starting January 23 Divisions: Open/A and B/C divisions offered. All skill levels welcomed.
Free Beginner Handball Clinics By appointment only. You can set up an appointment for 20 new Keiser bikes that monitor your heart an introduction to handball with rate and provide an exciting visual ride are now Stan Dunlavy: [email protected] or available in the spin studio! Armando Ibarra: [email protected] Handball Shuttles Mondays: 12:00 pm– 2:00 pm Wednesday: 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm (No shuttle during Winter league starting Jan. 23th) Saturday: 9:00 am – 11:00 am Aimee Fadden
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RACQUETBALL TOURNEY: The Society of Petroleum RACQUETBALL Engineers (SPE) Date: February 22nd All events, RSVP on website calendar or to Debbie Beldring All skill levels invited to play. [email protected] or call 720.931.6732. For more information on all events, visit denverathleticclub.org Lunch Break Shuttles Days: Thursday Time: 12:00pm – 1:00pm Shuttles are a fast paced co-rec program for players of intermediate skill and above. There is a time limit on each game played. Players rotate to a new court after each game. The competition gets tougher each game you win, and vice versa. This is an excellent program to meet new players, and allows you the opportunity to play whenever you can fit it into your schedule.
Ladies Day Morning Racquetball Date: January 5th Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday at 6am. All levels Time: 9am - 12:00pm welcome. Come join other women players across Colorado for a morning of racquetball at the DAC. Afterwards you are Colorado State Doubles Racquetball welcome to join us for some lunch downtown. All skill levels The DAC hosted nearly 112 players for the Colorado State invited to play. Doubles Championships tournament on November 9-11th. Congratulations to Rishi Sane and Tim Trego on winning the Men’s A Doubles division.
Club Championships Singles January 7-18 Doubles February 4-15 Singles and doubles divisions are offered. Tournament sign-ups will be located at the Athletic Office. This is an extended tourney where singles is played the first couple of weeks in January and then doubles will be played in February.
Winter Racquetball Leagues Starts the week of January 22 League Fee: $20 Men’s A Doubles State Champions (L > R) Rishi Sane and Tim Register: View schedule and register online at www. Trego denverathleticclub.org Racquetball Challenge Ladder Free Beginner Racquetball Clinics Join The DAC Racquetball Challenge Ladder. This is a FREE Learn basic rules and skills to get you started. Racquets online ladder for players to meet, communicate, set-up and eyewear will be provided. Please wear a non-marking matches, and promote competition among players. For shoe. A reservation is required, call 720.931.6732. more information and Challenge Ladder rules and to First Thursday every month: register online www.denverathleticclub.org Date: December 6, January 3, February 7 Time: 5:15pm - 6:00pm Players must be members of The Denver Athletic Club to join the challenge ladder.
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Holiday Gift Ideas for the Squash Enthusiast SQUASH Stop by the Squash Shop for one stop shopping. We are fully stocked with the latest racquets, court shoes, DAC Season Opener Results logo clothing and eyewear. Or pick up a certificate for The squash courts were busy as the Season Opener kicked lessons or merchandise. off the season with its annual tournament. There were 68 participants competing to win first place titles in one of the four divisions. Congratulations to the winners that were awarded squash for their efforts.
Handicap Doubles Final (L > R) runners up Kimber Deloia/Josh Harris winners Collins Brown/Alex Brown Junior Drills & Skills Complimentary junior squash clinics are held every Wednesday between 6:15 – 7:15pm. Racquets, eyewear, and balls are provided. The clinics are open to all levels, 8 years and older.
Club Doubles Championships This year’s championships will take place January 14 - 24. Play is scheduled Monday – Friday, from 4:00pm on. Divisions available: A,B,C,D,40+,50+,60+, 70+, Ladies, and Mixed. Entry fee is $35.00 for one event; an additional A Final (L > R) 1st Will Moore, 2nd Otto Schlosser $12.00 for second event. Entry fee includes snacks and beverages throughout the week. The entry deadline will be Thursday, January 10th.
Club Singles Championships This year’s tournament is scheduled for February 4 - 14. We will offer all divisions of play. Tournament sign-ups will be located at the squash courts.
Pro Doubles is coming to Denver The Hashim Khan Championships will take place March B Final (L > R) 1st Keith Hartigan, 2nd Dan Michaud 6-10, 2018. The DAC has the honor of hosting this prestigious event for the 40th year. This upcoming tournament will bring the top Women’s Pro Doubles players from around the world. In addition to the Pro event, we will feature the amateur singles and doubles. At this time we are looking for Sponsors to help support Pro Squash in Denver. For more information, please contact John Lesko at 720-931-6735.
C Final (L > R) 1st Peter Trapp, 2nd Matt Rozier
WINTER 2018 21 ATHLETICS & WELLNESS
TAEKWONDO WELLNESS CENTER
Taekwondo Member Focus Dr. Bantock practices at Revolution Health Center and focuses on nutritional and functional medicine DAC member Dr. Narin Wongngamnit began his in order to provide patients with another option to optimal Taekwondo training in Bangkok, Thailand at Arpassa health.
Taekwondo. As a boy too young to enroll, he watched Below are a list of his upcoming presentations, all of classes from the side, imitating the movements he saw which start at noon. Attend one or all of them. from 1983-1985. The Master finally relented and allowed Contact Debbie Reiman for reservations at 720.931.6741 him to participate in classes starting in the 1985 academic or [email protected] year. He received his black belt (1st Poom Kukkiwon) in June of 1990. January 22nd - The Future of Medicine In 2016, reports came out that our life expectancy in the United States has decreased for the first time in decades! Narin is a psychiatrist, and is a graduate of Carnegie Yes, we are dying earlier than we did in the early 90s. Yet, Mellon University and has been a DAC member since 2015. we are spending more money than ever on each person. After joining the Taekwondo program at The DAC he has We need a new way to address chronic illness in our earned his 2nd and 3rd Dan (degree) black belts and country. Let’s talk about how functional medicine will fill most recently won a gold medal in power breaking at the this important role. US Open Hanmadang. February 5th - Gut Health: Don’t Hate Your Guts Let’s take brief trip through the digestive system and talk Due to the difficulty in pronouncing his last name, to the about novel approaches towards nutritional group he is known by the Korean title for doctor management, testing and function. Gut problems are one pronounced “oosah”. of the most common complaints in an office and unfortunately the food someone eats is always overlooked but needs to be largely considered in order to have Classes are free to members of any skill level and held successful treatment. 6:30-8pm on Tuesday and Thursday nights in Studio 4. February 19th - Fatigue: A Vague Symptom With Many Causes Do you feel tired all the time? You may have been to the doctor for your fatigue, but everything turned out just fine. Is it your thyroid? Adrenals? Poor sleep? Infections? Gut issues? Let’s talk about some simple steps to take to overcome your fatigue, others reasons for fatigue, and some other testing that may have been over looked and necessary to establish a proper direction for care.
March 5th - Detox- Toxic Load and Enhancing Detox Exposure to toxins is widespread and can be with us for life. These toxins can affect our physiology possibly leading to chronic illness or dysfunctional physiology in susceptible people. Let’s briefly learn about some very common toxins and how diet, lifestyle, and supplementation can enhance detoxification and help us live healthier lives.
22 WINTER 2018 DENVERATHLETICCLUB.ORG DENVERATHLETICCLUB.ORG WINTERWINTER 2018 23 CHILDRENS CENTER
New Leadership for The DAC Children’s Center Programs This summer The DAC Children’s Center welcomed new leadership with some very familiar faces. Khanitta McGrath and Tiffany Romero have both been educators in the Children’s Center for many years and are now directing the programs for our club’s youngest members. They bring a wealth of in classroom experience and familiarity with our club’s membership to a crucial post within The DAC.
Khanitta is originally from Thailand and came to America in 1992. She Tiffany is a Colorado spent 15 years in the Bay native who has also Area working at a been in the childcare prominent preschool industry for six years and before coming to has been a teacher here Colorado in 2007. She was in The DAC Preschool previously a Preschool 1 program for 3 years Teacher here at The DAC before being promoted. for three years before her current role.
Please feel free to reach out to Khanitta and Tiffany to welcome them in their new roles and let them know if you have any questions about the Children’s Center.
• DECEMBER 8TH • JANUARY 12TH • FEBRUARY 9TH
$7.00 PER HOUR • 5.00 – 10.00PM CHILDREN 6 WEEKS TO 12 YEARS MAY ATTEND PARENTS MAY LEAVE THE PREMISES
24 WINTER 2018 DENVERATHLETICCLUB.ORG KIDS CORNER
The DAC Family Highlight
Meet the Barkers After years of multiple memberships and different clubs and studios around Denver, Chris, Rikki and Josie Barker finally decided to make The Denver Athletic Club their all-in-one club in August of 2016.
For several years prior, Chris had been visiting The DAC to play squash with friends. After the birth of their daughter, Josie, joining the club was a no-brainer for the amazing benefit of having drop in child care.
Now, The DAC truly is a club for the Barkers’ whole life. Chris still enjoys the occasional squash match, biking and occasionally making use of the conference rooms to meet with his wealth management clients. Rikki spends most of her time at the club in Studio 4 and 5 taking yoga, TABATA, Barre and MVE classes. Josie just started in Preschool 1 and enjoys the swimming lessons and Hero Kids Sports program. The Barkers can be found taking advantage of Family Night in the Bistro on Wednesdays or having a glass of wine in the Pub after work.
The DAC Playground Renovation
Like many of the areas of the club, our Children’s Center children have been enjoying themselves on the painted playground also got a makeover this summer. The track and with all the new equipment. playground area is located between the parking garage and the main club building and home to all of the outdoor A huge thanks goes out to all the parents that helped make activities for our Toddler and Preschool classes. The this happen from Kurt and Rebecca Zaner making a playground renovations not only made the area safer for generous donation to kick this project off, to volunteers like kids, but also more fun with new playground equipment, a Derek Johnson for helping to put together playground basketball hoop, and engaging surface designs. The equipment, and to Joe Dumesnil for leading this project.
DENVERATHLETICCLUB.ORG WINTER 2018 25 KIDS CORNER GYMNASTICS At The Denver Athletic Club Gymnastics program our classes are geared for children of all ages and abilities. Whether we are teaching your 18-month old a forward roll, or your 4-year old a cartwheel, we believe that children Physical therapy sessions are one on one with learn best when they are having fun. a Doctor of Physical Therapy who uses a manually based treatment philosophy combined with therapeutic exercises, patient education, and neuromuscular education to get the most out of every treatment session.
No prescription* is needed to treat conditions such as:
-knee pain -hip pain -low back pain -shoulder pain Classes run on a monthly program $60/month, or drop-in -neck pain fee $15/class. For more information, or to check class -headaches availability please contact Iris Scadden at iscadden@ -foot and ankle pain denverathleticclub.org -balance issues -relief from tight muscles -post operative joint replacements -post operative joint rehabilitation *non Medicare bene ciaries
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YOUTH ACTIVITIES
All events, RSVP on website calendar or to Justin Pierce [email protected]. For more information on Hero Kids Class all events, visit denverathleticclub.org Ages: 2-6 Cost: $14/class, 5 week sessions December/January/February Where: Gymnasium Time: 3:30PM – 4:15PM & 4:15PM-5:00PM Youth Activity Club When: Wednesdays Ages: 5-12 Cost: Complimentary/Drop in, no sign up necessary Hero Kid’s unique sports classes are designed to bring out When: Wednesdays and Saturdays the best in our kids in a fun, non-competitive environment. Where: Gymnasium Kids will learn about nutrition, develop: strength, fine and Time: 4:00PM-6:00PM (Wednesday) gross motor skills, coordination, balance and social skills, 9:00AM-11:00AM (Saturdays) always instilling the importance of teamwork and sportsmanship. For a child, every small victory builds the This exciting complimentary program takes place each self-confidence necessary to take on any challenge! Wednesday and Saturday. You will find half the gym filled That’s why after each five-week training session there is an with a variety of games and sporting equipment, award program celebrating each child’s achievements available at your child’s convenience. Examples include, over the past month. Sign up is available by contacting but are not limited to: jumpy castle, pickle ball, basketball, Coach Mike at [email protected] floor hockey, and kickball, ping pong, etc. Kids will also have access to a self-service arts and crafts section! Activities for the day are tailored to the amount of kids present and participant interest. Each participant will receive a coupon for a free kids’ meal in the Tavern with purchase of a meal of equal or greater value, good any day of the week. Come check it out!
FAMILY PAINT NIGHT - ~NEW~ Brushes, Bottles and (Juice) Boxes: $30 for Adults $15 for Kids Includes one complimentary wine/juice and snacks. Ready for a fantastic night out? A paint night is a great way to spend an evening out with friends and family. In our Bistro, you can enjoy your favorite beverage and get creative while laughing, and having a great time! At the end of the night, you will leave the studio with your very own masterpiece.
To Sign up contact: Justin Pierce @ jpierce@ denverathleticclub.org or 720.931.6750
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WINTER 2018 27 2018 ANSCHUTZ HUNT CHALLENGE CUP THANK YOU Thank you for making the 2018 Anschutz Challenge Hunt Challenge Cup an amazing success. Because of you, Imapct360 raised more than $300,000 to support students on their paths to independence and choice.
For more photos, visit AHCup.org
To learn more about Impact360, please visit MileHIgh360.org or contact Eric Eiteljorg at [email protected].
28 WINTER 2018 DENVERATHLETICCLUB.ORG HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM DAA!
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34 WINTER 2018 DENVERATHLETICCLUB.ORG Employees of the Month
October Walt Charles - Guest Services
Walt Charles began working at the DAC in 2014 serving as an attendant at the Shoe Shine/Repair booth. In 2017, Walt joined the Guest Services staff and began working at the front desk. This has been a great fit for Walt as he has wonderful “people” skills and makes members smile. Walt was born and raised in Colorado and graduated from East High School. Walt is married, has three sons, three grandchildren and loves spending time with his three brothers. Walt credits his “Employee of the Month” award to his fellow team members for their support and camaraderie. Walt says “teamwork makes the dream work!” Congratulations to Walt and the team at the DAC thank him for his work ethic and contribution.
November Mike Streno - Maintenance Department
Mike is a native of Colorado and has worked at The DAC for nearly 28 years. Hired as grounds employee, he worked his way into the Maintenance Department by hard work and dedication. Mike’s mechanical ability and “institutional knowledge” of the building are an enormous value to the Club. Also, you will not find a harder working, dedicated, nice guy to work with. He is the Professor of all things mechanical, but often takes a backseat to others and becomes a student when one of the team has an idea or better grasp of a situation. He has earned the respect of his coworkers, peers and management and it is considered an honor to work with him.
Mike is married to Darlene, and has one son. In his private time, Mike enjoys being outdoors and above all being on the open road on his Harley!
December Gloria Bambaren - DAC Restaurant
Gloria Bambaren has been with The DAC for nearly 15 years! She is a Chef in the second floor kitchen where she prepares breakfast and lunch dishes for The DAC Restaurant. She is reliable, and dedicated and is consistent with producing exceptional meals. Gloria is originally from Mexico, and enjoys cooking food from different countries. Gloria has three children and she loves to spend time with her family. In her spare time, she does mission work in Peru. The DAC is fortunate to have such a loyal employee.
Thank you Members!” The DAC Staff would like to thank each and every member for their generosity in supporting the Holiday Bonus Program. You have made a difference in many of our lives by your generous contributions.
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Accounting Office/Billing - Tammy Kirsch 720.931.6708 Aquatics Director - Paul Stasiowski 720.931.6712 Bowling Alley - Teddy Wall 720.931.6719 Catering Office 720.931.6751 Children’s Center 720.931.6725 Clubhouse Manager - Chris Elliott 720.931.6800 Controller - Robert L. Berger 720.931.6703 Culinary Director - Ed Janos, CMC 720.931.6704 Denver Laser Solutions 303.807.4333 Denver Petroleum Club - Sally Hallingstad 720.663.9070 Director of Membership - Jason McKendrick 720.931.6748 Executive Manager - Linda K. Frogge 720.931.6793 Fitness Director - Gavin Larney 720.931.6740 Group Exercise Coordinator - Petra Storm 720.931.6811 Gymnasium Supervisor - Justin Pierce 720.931.6750 Main Club Line/Guest Services 303.534.1211 Membership Coordinator - Kathy DeOlivera 720.931.6792 Men’s Health Club - Max DeHerrera 720.931.6729 Personal Training/Fitness Center 720.931.6739 Pilates Downtown - Annie Kay 720.931.6743 Racquetball Coordinator - Debbie Beldring 720.931.6732 Short Cuts Hair - Renee Marquez 720.338.2226 Social Director - Katie Walters 720.931.6785 Squash Office - John & Anne Lesko 720.931.6735 Wellness Center - Debbie Reiman & Carol Brown 720.931.6741/720.931.6742 Vincent’s of Cherry Creek – Shoe Shine 720.298.0577 Reservations
Massage Appointments - Men’s Health Club 720.931.6729 Pub 720.931.6764 The DAC Restaurant & 1884/Member’s Dining 720.931.6763
SUMMER 2018 - MAGAZINE TE CELEBRA SUMMER! Please Be Reminded! The DAC Newsletter is published on a quarterly basis, distributed in FALL 2018 - MAGAZINE
R SUMME the club or on The DAC’s Website. However, a hard copy of the newsletter CAMP FOR KIDS is available upon request. If you would like a hard copy mailed, we are happy to do so; please contact Linda Frogge at 720.931.6793 or by email at [email protected].