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Spotlight Members and Instructors

Members: Father and Son, Richard and Patrick Herrick

How did you both get so involved with working out and getting into great shape? We received free passes for 7 days from a member that works at north shore cafe at Wavehouse

Did you all face any sort of challenges when sticking to a routine?
Eating healthier and budgeting time between work

What is the #1 thing you like most about being into fitness?
We love the way we feel!

What is a typical day for you guys, fitness wise? Do you have a basic routine?
A mix of cardio and weight training

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Member: Susan Norman

All of us at the Wave House Athletic club would like to congratulate our very own Susan Norman. Given her recent successes at the Las Vegas half-Ironman and then again at the Ironman World Championships in Kona, Hawaii Susan hardly needs an introduction, but for those of us who don’t take Spin class or read newspapers, here is why we chose Susan Norman as our Member of the Month.

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Member: Jim Dixon

Member Since: January 2011

How often do you workout at WHAC?
5-6 times a week

What inspires you to stay healthy?
My younger brother was diagnosed with Leukemia 15 years ago and has since become healthy. I have done many charity events for him and other Make-A-Wish kids like him over the years.

What music is on your workout playlist?
Metallica and Kid Rock

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Member: Michael Keegan

Member Since: February 2011

How often do you workout at WHAC on a weekly basis?
I work out at WHAC four to five times a week

What do you think separates WHAC from other gyms?
The gym etiquette that people have here is great! Also the location is amazing I love working out at the beach!

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Member: Kale Boerner

Member Since: June 2011
Hometown: Hana, Maui

Why did you join Wave House?
Very close to my house in Mission Beach, Never Crowded, Friendly Staff, Clean Environment

Favorite Class
Yoga with Chad

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Member: Joe Bouchard

Why did you join Wave House?
I love working out at the beach!

What is your typical workout?
To stay well rounded, I spend about 50% of my time upstairs lifting and doing cardio and 50% downstairs jumping rope and punching the bags.

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Member: Mary Saska

Member Since: 2010

Why did you choose Wave House Athletic Club?
Lauren Pollick, one of my servers at Saska's, was always raving about it and got me to come try it out. The rest is history!

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Member: Melissa Varela

Member Since: 2007
Hometown: Hayward, CA (San Francisco bay area)
Favorite Workout Song: Anything I can dance to! I love it when the DJ spins upstairs in the cardio room!

Why did you choose Wave House Athletic Club?
At the time, my husband and I lived in Pacific Beach so the location was convenient for us. Even though we no longer live in PB, I am hooked on the fitness classes, the friendly front desk associates, the football pool, and the member appreciation party. I love the small-town feel of Wave House!

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Member: Nancy Jones

Member Since: Since Wave House opened
Hometown: Manhattan Beach, Ca
Favorite Workout Song: ‘Hollaback Girl’ by Gwen Stefani

Why you chose Wave House Athletic Club?
I chose Wave House because of the location. I live in south Mission Beach and love that I can walk to the gym. I also like the fact that everyone is much nicer compared to other gyms; I like walking into a place with familiar, friendly faces.

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Member: Greg Smeltzer

Member Since: 2005
Hometown: San Fernando Valley, CA
Favorite Workout Song: Anything loud and fast

Why did you choose Wave House Athletic Club?
I originally chose Wave House Athletic Club because of the pool.  I wanted to start competing in triathlons and the facility was conveniently located to our house so I could bring my kids to the pool as well.

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