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Our list of upcoming events, latest news, and other notices…


Early Bird

December 2, 2011 – 40th Annual Early Bird Breakfast

Time: 7:30am
Location: Club Restaurant
Price: $40 per bird
All net proceeds go to the Fitness Institute staff, and as tradition dictates…

  • annual “Early Bird” coloured t-shirts
  • entertainment (as usual)
  • muffins, bagels, and coffee

NOTE: Yvonne will be in at 6:00am to start her Spin class, in order to allow people time to get to the breakfast

November 2011 – Gary Roberts Program Video, by The Score

The Score TV put together a short video for us about Gary Roberts’ Program. Steve Roest is narrating. We wanted to share it with you.



November 2011 – The Gift of Christmas

The Gift of Christmas

Check your mail. Your Gift of Christmas card is coming soon. Give the gift of Christmas to a friend or relative, for the month of December, and get one month free membership for yourself.







September 2011 – Gary Roberts Executive Training Program

Gary Roberts Executive Program Info

Gary Roberts is excited to announce the introduction of an exciting new training program geared specifically to Executives. Working out of the same High Performance Training Centre used to train NHL athletes in the off-season, Gary has designed a program to help the Executive achieve optimum performance and longevity in life. The Executive Program includes three primary elements: three-phase customized training, nutritional guidance, and professional coaching.
For more information, please call 416 491 5830, or email garyrobertshpc@fitnessinstitute.com




August 22, 2011 at 6pm – Information Session – Professional Training and Nutritional Secrets

Gary Roberts info session

Hosted by Gary Roberts and Steve Roest, learn about the training and nutritional philosophies that have made Gary and other athletes successful in their professional careers. Topics include off-season/in-season conditioning, sport specific training, nutritional supplements and meal planning.
Coaches, athletes, parents and executives who may be interested in any of our programs are all welcome! Admission is free. Please RSVP at front desk, by calling 416 491 5830, or via email at garyrobertshpc@fitnessinstitute.com




July 20, 2011 at 12 noon – Gord Deval Casting Exhibition

Casting Exhibition by Gord Deval

Gord Deval is recognized as one of the top distance fly and bait casting experts in Canada and around the world. He has held every major Canadian distance fly and bait casting title throughout his life. Now in his late 70s, he shows no signs of slowing down, authoring several books on fishing and cooking, being featured in instructional videos and serving as the president of the Scarborough Fly and Bait Casting Association, which he founded in 1985. Gord will be demonstrating his casting expertise and answering questions, in front of the Fitness Institute main entrance outdoor fountain. Admission is free.




May 2011 – Applications being accepted for Adult Summer Tennis Camp

Adult Camp Poster

Why should kids have all the fun? Our summer Fitness Institute Tennis Academy (FITA) is now accepting applications for our Adult Summer Tennis Camp. Camps begin the week of June 13th and are offered throughout the summer. The camps are designed to fit an adult’s busy schedule. Each camp includes 8 hours of instruction with a certified experienced tennis professional.

Click here for more information about our Adult Summer Tennis Camp program.




April 2011 – Applications being accepted for Junior Tennis Camp

FITA Application

Our summer Fitness Institute Tennis Academy (FITA) is now accepting applications for Junior Tennis players. We offer up to 9 weeks of full and half-day camp starting July 4th, for children between 5 and 14 years old. Please download and fill out the registration form and waiver agreement (on the right) and return it to us with payment. Applications being accepted on a first-come-first-serve basis.

Click here for more information about our Junior Tennis Camp program.




April 12, 2011 – Gary Roberts High Performance Centre

Announcement

The Fitness Institute is excited to announce that is has partnered with former NHL player Gary Roberts in opening the Gary Roberts High Performance Centre. Over the next month and a half, we’ll witness the transformation of the squash and spinning studio (spinning has now moved to the front of the club, where the Pilates Studio used to be) into the new training centre for top NHL players and rising junior hockey stars. Let’s provide a warm welcome for Gary as he raises the bar and adds to the Fitness Institute’s rich history of training Olympic and professional athletes.





March 24, 2011 at 7:00pm – Achieve Straight A’s in Life – Presented by Tim Cork

Tim Cork, President of Insight Marketing, an International provider of Leadership Development, Sales training and Coaching Services, will be giving a Free seminar at the Fitness Institute in support of one of our member’s (Elise Manolakos) fight against arthritis. Proceeds raised will be donated to support individuals affected by arthritis, research and increasing awareness. Please RSVP at the Front Desk.




January 28, 2011 – Dr. Thien Dang-Tan was chosen to provide healthcare to the athletes at the 104th Millrose Games in New York City.

Press Release

We are proud to announce that our very own Dr. Thien Dang-Tan was chosen to provide healthcare to the athletes at the 104th Millrose Games at the world famous Madison Square Gardens in New York, NY. The track and field meet will take place Jan 28, 2011 where the world’s best will take the blocks. Olympians past, present, and future in an action packed event featuring the world famous Wanamaker Mile. The event is the first of USA Track & Field’s VISA Championship Series. The Millrose Games will be televised live from 8-10pm Eastern Time on ESPN2.


Holiday Hours


Friday, December 24th, 2010 5:30am – 3:00pm
Saturday, December 25th Closed
Sunday, December 26th 7:00am – 6:00pm
Monday, December 27th 7:00am – 6:00pm
Tuesday, December 28th 7:00am – 6:00pm
Friday, December 31st 5:30am – 6:00pm
Saturday, January 1st, 2011 10:00am – 5:00pm
Monday, January 3rd 7:00am – 6:00pm

Early Birds

December 10, 2010 – Early Bird Breakfast

Time: 7:30am
Location: Club Restaurant
Price: $35 per bird
All net proceeds go to the Fitness Institute staff, and as tradition dictates…

  • annual “Early Bird” coloured t-shirts
  • entertainment (as usual)
  • muffins, bagels, and coffee

NOTE:  Yvonne will be in at 6:00am to start her Spin class, in order to allow people time to get to the breakfast

Gift of Fitness

November 22, 2010 – Season’s Greetings – The Gift of Fitness

Refer a friend to the Fitness Institute. Give the gift of fitness to someone you care about, this holiday season. Holiday hours are listed on the second page of the attached PDF.





Invitation

October 14, 2010 – Fall member party

A party at the Fitness Institute to recognize our long-term members – 20, 30, and 40 years. A celebration with food and drink, followed by an award ceremony.

Check out the photo album.





Invitation

October 4, 2010 – Survivor Challenge 2010

Our annual challenge to member teams to accumulate the greatest number of points. The competition runs from October 4th until November 22nd. The entry fee is $20, which includes a “Survivor Challenge” t-shirt, and awards banquet on December 2nd, 2010. (Check out the photo gallery – pictures have been posted)