March Newsletter 2022

We are cruising right along into Spring...(I think we had a Winter?)...and very excited about all the things happening here at OVAC. We have lifted the mask mandate and that allows us to start having more social events as the weather gets warmer. We are also preparing for The Ojai Tennis Tournament in April. We will host the PAC-12 Women's Conference Championships here at the club. It will be an amazing opportunity to watch some of the best women tennis players in the country.

As the County has dropped the mask requirement, we look to get back to normal as much as possible. We will still have the outdoor fitness area open for the long term with no plans to change it. We will also keep with the Zoom option for group fitness for the short term. We might move some equipment back downstairs from the tennis area but will hold off for a bit before we make any changes.

We really hope everyone will be visiting the club often this month. It's so great to see everyone's happy faces again!!

See Ya at the Club!!

Ryan

 

A SPECIAL MESSAGE FROM ROBERT EVANS

Greetings to everyone at OVAC. I know it's been awhile since I've been battling cancer. The good news is my latest tests show no visible signs of cancer. I'm currently going through physical therapy and swallowing therapy treatments. I just wanted to take a moment and thank you all for your prayers and support for me and my wife. We could not have done this without you. I'm looking forward to seeing and hopefully working with you soon.

 

MARCH FITNESS TIP: HOW TO GET YOUR 10K STEPS IN A HOUR

-Danielle Wommack, Fitness Director

Ten thousand steps is the equivalent of approximately 5 miles (8km), which equates to an hour and forty minutes walking (depending on your stride length and walking speed. But what if you're short on time? Remember this tip to cut that time to under an hour – 10 minutes of high intensity activity = 2,000 steps. OVAC's triple diamond rated classes (see our online Group Fitness Schedule at https://cacovac.clubautomation.com/calendar/classes?tab=by-class) are a great way to get those steps in under an hour, as well as the affordable small group personal training classes (less than $30 a session). Other ideas include: circuit training style workouts, brisk rowing, fast cycling, running, and playing competitive sports. For more information on how to get your 10K steps in each day, please feel free to reach out to me at [email protected].

 

SPRING 2022 GROUP SWIM LESSONS

CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP
$85-4 lessons Add $20 non-member

There are 3 different class options, each session is 4 classes.
Option 1: 2 week sessions on Monday and Wednesday
Option 2: Once a week on Fridays
Option 3: Spring Break Special, Mon- Thur April 4th – 7th

Swim Lesson assessment days: Not sure what level is best for you Child? Stop by one of our assessment days for a quick in water class assessment with our Swim Instructor.

Saturday March 5th: 12:30pm – 1:30pm
Saturday April 9th: 12:30pm – 1:30pm

FINE PRINT: No make-ups, prorating, or refunds. Makeups due to illness are at the instructor's discretion and are offered only according to availability. Classes will not be canceled due to rain or cold weather.

Monday/Wednesday Sessions are 1-5:
*Session 1: Wed March 30th – April 6th (Due to prior scheduling the first week of class will be Wednesday 3/30 & Friday 4/1 , the second weeks goes back to M/W)
Session 2: April 11th – April 20th
Session 3: April 25th – May 4th
Session 4: May 9th – May 18th
*Session 5: May 23rd – June 1st ( Due to the Memorial Day Holiday during the second week of class, class with be Wednesday 5/31 & Friday 6/1)

3:00pm – 3:30pm: Tadpoles
3:30pm – 4:00pm: Minnows
4:00pm – 4:30pm: Dolphins
4:30pm – 5:00pm: Stroke Development

Friday Only Sessions are Session 6 & 7
Session 6: April 8th – April 29th
Session 7: May 6th – May 27th

1:30pm – 2:00pm: Baby & Me
3:00pm – 3:30pm: Tadpoles
3:30pm – 4:00pm: Minnows
4:00pm – 4:30pm: Dolphins
4:30pm – 5:00pm: Stroke Development

Spring Break Special: Classes Monday April 4th – Thursday April 7th
11:00am – 11:30am: Tadpoles
11:30am – 12:00pm: Minnows
12:00pm – 12:30pm: Dolphins
12:30pm – 1:00pm: Stroke Development
1:00pm – 1:30pm: Baby & Me

Class Descriptions:

Baby and Me (ages 6 months – 3)
Learn the basics and get your baby comfortable in the water. A parent is required to get in the water for this class.

Tadpoles Level 1 – Water Skills and Safety (ages 3-5)
Preschool and Beginners/Intermediate start breath holding, blowing bubbles with arm movements and kicking. Emphasizes water safety while having fun and gaining confidence.

Minnows Level 2 – Fundamental Aquatic Skills (ages 4 – 6)
Class requirements: Must be comfortable putting face in the water can swim independently at least a few feet. This is an intermediate/Advanced class.
Focus on front and back glide, breathing, freestyle and backstroke. Swimmers gain endurance and stroke skills.

Dolphins Level 2 – Fundamental Aquatic Skills (ages 6-12)
Class requirements: comfortable putting face in the water can swim independently 5 feet. Focus on front and back glide, breathing, freestyle and backstroke. Swimmers gain endurance and stroke skills.

Stroke Development – (ages 6 – 13)
*must be able to swim a length of the pool independently
Focus on Stroke techniques and help to prepare for swim team

 

THE POWER OF CHANGE

-Georgia Cotsis Pilates Director [email protected] (805)272-5619

"Change happens through movement and movement heals."

I will never forget how much Pilates changed my life and I have been doing Pilates consistently for 6 years now. I lost 25 pounds, became stronger because I was too flexible before, improved my alignment, and made me much more confident. It was an exciting experience to realize how much just moving your body can help us feel happier and healthier mentally and physically. Of course ALL movement gives us this positivity in our lives, but this is how Pilates makes it even better.

"Change" is the same thing as "reform." There is a reason one of the pieces of equipment is called a "Reformer." This piece of equipment helps us to align ourselves more correctly and helps us to find our full range of motion. So after one session, we already become more aware of how to do things correctly and more aware of our current standing in strength and mobility. The reason the Reformer shows us this, is because it gives the client straps to hold onto and there are springs underneath so that there is just enough resistance to GUIDE the body into position - meaning it is encouraging the client to not rely on the equipment; it is to enhance the movement. Please see how the Reformer, Cadillac, Chair, and the Mat can heal your body if you have not already.

 

LOMI LOMI MASSAGE

-Georgia Cotsis Massage Therapist [email protected] (805)272-5619

I wanted to share what Lomi Lomi Massage entails and why it is a great modality to try out. Most spas do not offer Lomi Lomi so it is great we have this at the Club!

Lomi Lomi is a stress reducing massage, which carries you away with wavelike movements. It has longer circular and sweeping strokes done with forearms, fingers, knuckles, and palms of the hands. Since it contains longer strokes, the mind becomes very relaxed because the mind is not focusing on one muscle or muscle group at a time. The therapist sways the client's body as well so that the muscles can release in a different way.

I love that the wide lengths of this massage harmonizes the body, mind, and spirit. Please book your 50 or 30 minute Lomi Lomi Massage ASAP.

 

MARCH RACQUETS NEWS

Upcoming Important Dates:

3/2- A2 Ladies Interclub vs. Cathedral Oaks, 9 AM
3/4- 4.0 Ladies USTA, 9:30 AM
3/9- B Ladies Interclub vs. Polo Club, 9 AM (away)
3/13- Daylight Saving Time Begins, 2 AM
3/13- 4.0 Ladies USTA, 9:30 AM
3/16-A2 Ladies Interclub vs. Sta Barb Tennis Club, 9AM
3/19- 3.5 Ladies USTA, 10 AM
3/20- 4.0 Ladies USTA, 9:30 AM
3/23-B Ladies Interclub, Sta Barb Tennis Club, 9 AM (away)
4/2&3- VCJTA Junior Open/Novice Tournament, beg at 11 AM, courts limited
4/20-24- 120th Ojai Tennis Tournament - theojai.net, courts extremely limited

TAILGATE PARTY

Thanks to all who came out to our pre-SuperBowl Party. The food was great and tennis was a blast.

 

SUNDAY MORNING ADVANCED PICKLEBALL

Join us on Sunday mornings at 9:30AM for fast and exciting pickleball action led by our very own GM Ryan Gaston. The level of play here is quite advanced so if you're not sure about whether this is for you please contact Ryan or myself to run it past us. Again, members are invited to bring their high caliber guests
free of charge.

 

TENNIS CLINICS

Contact Steve at [email protected] to sign up for any clinic. The weekly JUNIOR tennis clinics will resume after labor day.

JUNIOR CLINICS:

Intermediate Clinic- Invitation Only
Children must be able to rally, serve and play points. Ages 9-14 as a loose rule. Inclusion in the clinic is based on Tennis Directors approval.

Monday & Wednesday 4pm-5:30pm (90 minutes)
Ages 9-14. Cost: $18 member/$21 non-member

FUTURE STARS
For our youngest players aged 5-8 who are new to tennis. Fun learning through movement and games.

Monday & Wednesday 3:45pm-4:30pm, Saturday at 10:30 AM * NEW TIME * (45 minutes)
Ages 5-8. Cost: $12 member/$15 non-member

BIGGER LITTLES CLINIC
A clinic for our older beginners who have some experience. Physical conditioning, stroke production and drills/games are part of this clinic.

Monday & Wednesday 4:30pm-5:30pm, Saturday at 9:30 AM * NEW TIME * , (60 minutes)
Ages 8-12. Cost: $15 member/$18 non-member

ADULT CLINICS

Advanced Live Ball- Invitation Only
Mondays 5:30pm-6:30pm. Cost: $15 member/$18 non-member

Ladies Intermediate Live Ball- Invitation Only
Wednesdays 5:30 pm-6:30 pm. Cost: $15 member/$18 non-member
Saturdays 9am-10am. Cost: $15 member/$18 non-member

Adult Beginner/Intermediate Clinic
Saturdays 10-11:30am. Cost: $18 members/$21 non-members. Fun Drills and games
Please RSVP to Steve at 805-746-0819 to confirm attendance for any specific Saturday and to get on the email list.

DROP IN TENNIS

Drop in Doubles: Tuesday/Thursday at 3:30pm. TUESDAY at 4:00- LIVE BALL for 3.5/4.0) players. No Drop in- invitation only as limited to 7 players
Cronies Doubles: Monday/Wednesday/Friday at 7am

PICKLEBALL

** NEW CLINICS **

BEGINNING P-BALL - 1st & 3rd TUESDAY of the month @ 10:15
for those just starting to learn the game/scoring.

INTERMEDIATE P-BALL - 2nd TUESDAY of the month @ 10:15
for those familiar with the game and wanting to learn new skills

ADVANCED P-BALL - 4th TUESDAYof the month @ 10:15
a high intensity workout, drills and games for high level players

Please contact Steve if interested in other group or private pickleball lessons.

Open Play: Pickleball is open all day, 7 days a week. Paddles and balls available at the front desk for loan. All membership types may play. Guests are currently free for Sunday morning advanced play sessions.

Group Play- 8:30 AM on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Informal group doubles.