Beginner/Intermediate Pickleball Play

This 8 week league is for newer players who have been playing for less than a year beginning on October 28 and going until December 16 on Monday’s at 6 PM. Each week begins with a lesson or drill followed by 3-4 scored games and open play.

Email sryan@ffc.com to register.

Adult Group Swim Lessons for Beginners

This class will begin with floating and progress with freestyle. Once mastered, additional strokes will be introduced. New swimmers can join at any time of the month. The class will take place on Saturday’s in November from 9:00 – 10:00 AM. Lessons are $149 per month.

For more information reach out to sryan@ffc.com.

 

Beginner/Intermediate Pickleball League

This 8 week league on Janaury 7 – February 25 on Tuesday’s from 6:00 – 7:30 PM is for newer players who have been playing for less than a year. Each week begins with a lesson or drill followed by 3-4 scored games and open play.

Email Steph Ryan at sryan@ffc.com to register.

Intermediate Pickleball League

This 8 week league on Janaury 8 – February 26 on Wednesday’s from 6:00 – 7:30 PM is for newer players who have been playing for less than a year. Each week begins with a lesson or drill followed by 3-4 scored games and open play.

Email Steph Ryan at sryan@ffc.com to register.

FFC Park Ridge Hispanic Heritage Month Zumba Class

Help us celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with our Team teach Zumba! Zumba fuses Latin/international rhythms and movements. These easy-to-follow dance moves feature intermittent interval training that includes fast and slow rhythms. Fitness Variations help add interval training to tone and sculpt your body while burning fat. No prior dance experience necessary. It’s a Salsa, Merengue, Belly Dance, Reggaeton, Hip Hop and more DANCE party! Join The Fun.

Thursday, October 10:

  • Hispanic Heritage Month Zumba: 6:30 PM with Cori and Bianca

Sign up today in the FFC+ app!

Parents Night Out – Halloween Night

Join us Friday, October 11 from 5:00 – 8:00 PM for a night of fun and games. We take the kids while you enjoy an evening at the theater, a romantic dinner, time with friends or quiet time with your partner. We will be playing spooky games, making crafts, having pizza, and watching a fun movie. The cost is $35 per child or $45 for 2 children of members. There is an additional $5 charge for non members. Registration ends Wednesday, October 9. This is for children ages 3-8 years old.

Stop by the Kid’s Club to pre-register or contact Dawn Brunner at dbrunner@ffc.com for more information.

Group Fitness Classes In Honor Of World Mental Health Day

Join us as we honor World Mental Health Day with “Unplug” – a 15 minute meditation class following one of our regular scheduled classes on Thursday, October 10! Learn how to calm your brain and body with simple meditation techniques. Experience an increase in self awareness, clarity and creativity. See below for which class will have a meditation class following it. Register for a spot in the FFC+  App!

Elmhurst:

  • Unplug: 11:45-12:00 PM with Denise

Gold Coast:

  • Unplug: 9:45-10:00 AM, following the 9:00 AM Vinyasa Yoga

Lincoln Park:

  • Unplug: 7:30-7:45 PM, following the 6:45 PM Candlelight Yoga

Old Town:

  • Unplug: 12:45-1:00 PM, following the 12:00 PM Vinyasa Yoga

Park Ridge:

  • Unplug: 7:30-7:45 PM with Anna

South Loop:

  • Unplug: 8:00 AM with Tony, following the 7:00 AM Sunrise Salutation class

West Loop:

  • Unplug: 8:30 PM with Alice, following the 7:30 PM Hot Yoga class

Member Appreciation Party

Help FFC celebrate 40 Years at our Member Appreciation Party on the Pool Deck on Thursday, September 19 from 5:30 – 7:30 PM!

Guests are welcome so bring a friend for free! Complimentary food will be available from Sugar Factory with a cash bar at the Splash Bar. We hope to see you there!

DASH Coffee Hour with Dr. Sara Kraut

Please join us for our DASH Coffee Hour on Tuesday, September 24 at 12:00 PM with Dr. Sara Kraut. Sara is an experienced Physical Therapist with a demonstrated history of working in the health care and health care education industries. Advanced training in Pilates, Vestibular Rehabilitation, and Neurological disorders. Strong entrepreneurship professional with a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree, certification in Pilates, over 13 years as a national continuing education provider, and faculty member of Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science.Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, and Peripheral Neuropathy. She is a certified Pilates Instructor, an AFAA-certified Group Exercise Instructor, and an ACE-certified Personal Trainer. Sara currently owns a private practice here in Park Ridge and has a passion for people. Please join us in a conversation, coffee and muffins, and prizes.

For questions, contact Maryssa at mliterland@ffc.com.

 

Parents Night Out: Mad Science Night

Join us for Parent’s Night Out: Mad Science Night, a fun night of science experiments, crafts, pizza and a fun movie. The event is on Friday, September 13 from 5:00 – 8:00 PM for children ages 5-10. The cost is $35 per child or $45 for two children of members. There is an additional $5 cost for non-members. Registration ends Wednesday September 11.

Contact Dawn Brunner at dbrunner@ffc.com for questions or to register.

Member Appreciation Week Fitness Challenges

Participate in a variety of fitness challenges Monday, 9/16 – Friday, 9/20 at 9 AM, 12 PM, and 5 PM to get entered to win a 3 pack of training!

Email Stephanie at scampione@ffc.com for more info.

Kids’ Club Member Appreciation

Attention all parents! Drop your children off at the Kids Club on September 19 from 5:30 – 7:30 PM for some special Anniversary activities and treats while you enjoy the Member Appreciation Party on the Pool Deck.

Email Dawn at dbrunner@ffc.com for more info.

Pilates Intro Classes

Ready to learn the art of Pilates? Join us for Intro to Pilates classes! Space is limited, register in the FFC+ app.’

  • Monday, 9/16 at 10:00 AM with Sam
  • Tuesday, 9/17 at 5:30 PM with Rosie
  • Saturday, 9/21 at 11:00 AM with Shanna

Register in the FFC+ app.

Pilates DASH Stabilization & Balance Class with Sterling

Join Sterling on Wednesday, September 18 at 1 PM for a pilates apparatus class focused on balance and mobility. Spaces are limited.

Please contact Sterling at sterling.lato@ffc.com to register!

Wunda Chair Demo on the Turf with Sterling

Sterling will be on the turf with a Wunda Chair to challenge your strength and balance. Join us on Friday, September 20 at 10 AM for this fun demo!

Email Shanna at stobin@ffc.com to reserve your spot.

Ped-o-pull Demo on the Turf with Rosie

Meet our newest pilates instructor Rosie and see how pilates can improve your posture! Join us on September 19 at 5:30 PM for a ped-o-pull demo on the Turf!

Email Shanna at stobin@ffc.com to reserve your spot.

Complimentary Access to the Recovery Lounge

In celebration of Member Appreciation Week enjoy complimentary access to the recovery lounge from September 16 – 21!

Reserve your session in the FFC+ app.

Stay Active, Stay Youthful with FFC’s D.A.S.H. Program

D.A.S.H. – Developing Active Senior Health at FFC!  We invite our senior community to celebrate the joy of movement with our exclusive lineup of classes tailored just for you. Whether you’re looking to stay fit, gain strength, or simply enjoy the company of like-minded individuals, D.A.S.H. has something special to offer:

  • DASH Fitness: Kickstart your Tuesdays and Thursdays at 11:15 AM with energizing workouts that blend fun and fitness in perfect harmony.
  • Aqua Workouts: Dive into our Aqua Workouts Monday through Wednesday, Friday and Saturday at 10:15 AM.

Looking to join or have any questions? Contact Alexandra Castillo at acastillo@ffc.com and discover how you can be part of our vibrant senior community!

 

 

DASH Poolside Hangout

Get your sunglasses and sandals and join us for some light snacks and raffle giveaways on our outdoor pool deck for our DASH Poolside Hangout! The hangout will be on Monday, August 12 from 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.

Belly Dancing Workshop

Bring your workout attire and a water bottle and enjoy a fun-filled Belly Dancing Workshop class on Monday, August 12 from 6:30 – 7:00 PM that invigorates the entire body and helps posture, stamina, balance and grace. This workout combines resistance training, core engagement, coordination and flow with a unique blend of Pilates and Belly Dancing. The cost is $20 for members and $30 for non-members.

Register at https://dev.ffc.com/group-fitness-programs/. For questions, contact acastillo@ffc.com.