COVID-19 Update: Club Closing

Our most recent communication on Friday, March 13, stated the Club would be open regular hours and programming and classes would be suspended. Since then, the CDC has recommended that gatherings of over 50 people should be cancelled or postponed at this time. We are taking this recommendation very seriously. The health of our staff, members and community is of utmost importance.

Due to these recommendations, the City of Germantown has made the decision to close Germantown Athletic Club, Germantown Performing Arts Center, the Germantown Community Library and The Great Hall & Conference Center until further notice. All Parks and Recreation programming has also been canceled. The Club will close today, Monday, March 16, at 5 p.m.

We will continue to update members through email, Facebook and our website. App notifications will also be pushed out. Please ensure app notifications are turned on if you are using this as a means of communication. 

Due to this disruption in your membership, the Club will prorate dues for the amount of time we are closed. Credits will be issued once we reopen. We will not issue refunds. 

As regular exercisers, we know you understand the value of staying active. We are looking into offering some virtual group fitness classes and we will provide details once we have more information. In the meantime, please follow social distancing suggestions and stay informed using credible sources such as www.CDC.gov/coronavirus.

We realize there still may be questions after this notification. We will make every effort to respond as quickly as possible. Emailing us at info@gacfitness.org is the best way to communicate, however, we can also be reached at 757-7370 during the hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

We will continue to monitor the situation and follow the recommendations of county, state and federal health authorities, with the hope of reopening as soon as possible. 

Lastly, we are grateful for our members and our team during these uncertain times. Thank you for your support and understanding. We look forward to brighter days ahead.

Programs and Classes cancelled Effective March 16

What is Germantown Athletic Club doing about COVID-19?

The Club is continuing to monitor the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak as it continues to evolve. We realize the importance of communication as we work to ensure the health and safety of our staff and members. 

In respect to the national situation and the advice of numerous health organizations, the Germantown Athletic Club has decided to ultimately put the following precaution in place to mitigate the spread of the virus through social distancing practices. This precaution includes canceling all scheduled programming including: group fitness classes, child care, spring break camp, swim team, swim lessons, and party rentals at the Germantown Athletic Club. The cancellations will be effective beginning on Monday, March 16 and will include all programming that is scheduled through the end of the month. At this time, the Athletic Club will still remain open normal business hours even though all programming has been suspended.  If you do choose to use the Club during this time please take heed the CDC's guidelines to help mitigate risk.

What can I do to minimize my risk of getting COVID-19 at the Club?

• Stay at home if you have fever, runny nose, cough, sneezing or other respiratory symptoms, or if you believe you are sick.

• Wipe down equipment BEFORE and AFTER you use it. 

• Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing, or having been in a public place.

• Use hand sanitizer, we have them located in many places throughout the facility. Our hand sanitizer is 71% alcohol and meets standards.  

• Cover your mouth and nose with the inside of your arm, not your hands, when you cough or sneeze.

• The key to being healthy is holistic wellness. Take care of yourself. Stay hydrated. Maintain a balanced diet. Get plenty of sleep. Staying well is much more than just avoiding sickness. If you do experience any symptoms of cold, flu, or otherwise, please stay home to prevent the transmission of disease.

Who is at higher risk and what should they do? 

It is important to note that the CDC has gathered information showing that some people are at higher risk of getting very sick from this illness. This includes older adults (ages 60 and up) and those who have underlying chronic medical conditions like heart or lung disease or diabetes. 

The CDC recommends people who are at a higher risk to stay home and avoid crowds as much as possible. Other recommendations include:

• Stock up on supplies.

• Keep space between yourself and others.

• Keep away from others who are sick and wash your hands often.

• Avoid cruise travel and non-essential air travel.

• During a COVID-19 outbreak in your community, stay home as much as possible to further reduce your risk of being exposed.

• To the extent possible, avoid touching high-touch surfaces in public places - elevator buttons, door handles, handrails, handshaking with people, etc.

• Avoid crowds, especially in poorly ventilated spaces. Your risk of exposure to respiratory viruses like COVID-19 may increase in crowded, closed-in settings with little air circulation if there are people in the crowd who are sick. 

How will we communicate to members?

We will post a banner on our website that will be updated when there are changes.  We will also communicate through email to all members that have a current email on file.

Thank you for your continued support as we navigate this difficult and challenging situation. Our members health and well being is of the utmost importance to us.  For the health and safety of our membership community please heed the guidance and recommendations of the CDC. Together we keep our Club safe. 

For more information and to stay updated, visit this link from the CDC.

Coronavirus Information

In the wake of flu season and recent developments of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) we feel it is our responsibility to not only keep you healthy, but also to keep you informed.

We are monitoring updates and advice regarding the COVID-19 outbreak through local, state and federal health officials, and are taking proactive measures to prevent the spread of illness in our facility. For the most up to date information please visit the CDC's website. 

Our staff has been working collectively on enhanced cleaning protocols and has increased the frequency in which we disinfect high-use surfaces such as door knobs, bathrooms and fitness equipment. We have reviewed our daily cleaning schedule and have made adjustments where necessary. Our child care area has also increased the frequency of cleaning and sanitizing toys as well as carpets.

Please join us in this effort to keep everyone healthy and safe. 

1. Utilize the wipe stations located in all fitness studios, weight floor and cardio areas. Wipe your equipment off before and after usage.

2. Use hand sanitizer when entering or exiting different areas of the facility. Carry a travel size bottle with you.

3. Wash your hands as often as possible with warm, soapy water. Do this for at least 20 seconds.

4. Cover your mouth and nose with your arm when you cough or sneeze.

5. If you are not feeling well take the night (or day) off from coming to the Club.

6. If your child attends Child Care follow the sick policy on page 6 of the Family Welcome Packet.

We will maintain our commitment of keeping the Germantown Athletic Club a safe, clean environment, and ask that each of you help us ensure the health, safety and well-being of our membership community. If you have questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to any one on our management team. Thank you for doing your part to keep yourself and others healthy.

Swim Meet this Weekend

We are hosting the annual Thanksgiving Invitational Swim Meet this Saturday, November 9 and Sunday, November 10. The pool will be closed during meet hours. Please see the information below regarding this weekend.

• Pool closed Saturday, 11:30 am to 6 pm and Sunday, 10 am to 3 pm.

• The hot tub will be closed Saturday and will reopen after the meet on Sunday.

• Pool temperatures will be slightly lower towards the end of the week.

• The bulkhead will be moved at 12 pm Friday.

• Deep H2O class is cancelled Sunday.

• Group swim lessons at 11:30 am are cancelled.

Elevator Renovations

We are continuing our efforts for improvement in this phase of renovations by refurbishing and modernizing the elevator. During this process the elevator will need to be closed for approximately four weeks beginning Thursday, September 12.

While the elevator is closed for renovations, an alternate ADA entry will be available for those wishing to utilize the first floor. This access point will only be available to members who have limitations preventing them from using the stairs. The alternate ADA entry will be located between the Club entrance and the GPAC entrance. All other members will continue to use the temporary entrance.

The ADA entry will be staffed Mondays through Fridays, 7-11 am and 2-6 pm and Saturdays, 8-11 am. If access is needed outside of these hours, members can call 901-757-7370, and a staff member will be available to assist them. ADA parking is located directly in front of the alternate entry. Please see the map above to view the alternate ADA entrance and parking locations.

We realize this is an inconvenience to some; therefore, a membership freeze option is available at no charge for those preferring to wait to visit the Club until the elevator renovations are complete. Please contact Membership Sales Coordinator, Andrew Pitts, at 901-751-5680 if you would like to freeze your membership. 

Thank you for your patience.

Group Fitness Revised Schedule 8/6/19

Due to construction, the Mind & Body Studio will be closed Tuesday morning, 8/6.

All morning/day classes that are located in the Mind & Body Studio will be relocated into Studio A or B. Time changes also apply to some of these classes. Please see below or check the Germantown Athletic Club app.

-7:30 am SS Classic moves into Studio A
-8:30 am Mat Pilates changes to 7:30 am in Studio B 
-9:30 am Vinyasa Yoga moves into Studio B
-9:30 am SS Circuit is in Studio A only
-12 pm Gentle Yoga changes to 12:30 pm in Studio A

Thank you for your patience.

PHASE IV RENOVATIONS

We have exciting news! Phase IV renovations are upon us. Club members can expect to see even more improvements beginning in June. This phase includes several areas of the facility. Details include:

• A new cafe located on the second floor adjacent to the elevator

• A much improved family recreation area located below the cafe

• Reconfiguration of the entryway and member check-in

• HVAC addition in the Cycle Studio

• Front facade updates

• Fitness locker rooms and downstairs restrooms renovations

• Modernization of the elevator

• Fire alarm and panel upgrades

It's an exciting time to be a Germantown Athletic Club member!

Pool Temperature

The pool temperature as of 5 pm today is 81°.

POOL UPDATES

Repairs to the plaster of the indoor pool are complete. It will be filled tonight and temperatures will slowly start to rise tomorrow.

The pool will be open Thursday, November 15, however, temperatures will be very low. All programming is cancelled.

We will continue to post updates on pool temperatures here, which is the NEWS page of our website. Please check back every few hours beginning Thursday, November 15 at noon.

We apologize for the amount of time the indoor pool was down. We realize this amenity is a very important part of many of our members’ workouts. We are grateful for your patience.

TEMPORARY POOL CLOSURE

Swim meet season is upon us. This weekend, the Club will be hosting the Thanksgiving Invitational Swim Meet. In conjunction with the swim meet, we are taking this time as an opportunity to perform much-needed repairs to the plaster of the indoor pool. 

Please note that the pool temperatures will be slightly lower towards the end of the week and the parking lot will be busier Saturday and Sunday. See below for more information about the pool and hot tub closings. 

The Thanksgiving Invitational Swim Meet will be held Saturday, November 10 and Sunday, November 11. The pool will be drained following the meet on Sunday with repairs taking place on Monday.

• Pool closed to members - Saturday, November 10 at 11:30 a.m. to approximately 5 p.m. (It will be open to members 7 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.)

• Pool closed to members - Sunday, November 11 through Monday, November 12

• Hot tub closed - Saturday, November 10 through Sunday, November 11 (It will reopen following the conclusion of the meet Sunday afternoon.)

• The bulkhead will be moved Friday, November 9 at 12 p.m.

• Water aerobics will be canceled Sunday, November 11 and Monday, November 12

• Basketball Court 1 closed Saturday, November 10 and Sunday, November 11

Once repairs are complete, we will refill the pool and work towards getting it back up to regular temperatures. Updates will be sent out Monday, November 12 through email, social media, and the Germantown Athletic Club app regarding the pool reopening.

Thank you for your patience during this time.

Temporary Pool Closure

The plaster in the indoor pool will be getting repaired this week. Due to these repairs, the indoor pool will be partially drained and CLOSED Tuesday, January 9 at noon - Wednesday, January 10.

These repairs should be short and sweet. We are planning on filling the pool back up Wednesday afternoon to be ready for regular hours Thursday, January 11. 

A few things to know during the closure...

• The hot tub will remain open.
• Lil Gators, swim lessons and Germantown Gators Swim Team practices will be cancelled.
• All water aerobics classes will be cancelled Wednesday.

We apologize for this inconvenience and appreciate your patience. 

swim meet this saturday

The Club will host the High School/Middle School Swim Meet this Saturday, January 6, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. A few important reminders are listed below.

• The bulkhead will be moved approximately at 12 p.m. Friday.
• Pool temperatures will be lower towards the end of the week.
• On Saturday, the pool will be open to members 7 a.m. to 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. It will be closed to members during meet hours.
• The hot tub will close Friday at 4:30 p.m. and reopen after the meet.

Thank you for your patience and Go Gators!

Temporary Locker Room and Child Care Closures

We will be performing maintenance on the water valves Thursday, December 28 between 12 and 3:30 p.m. The following areas will be affected...

• Child Care will close at 12 p.m. and reopen at the regular time of 3:30 p.m.
• The Aquatics Ladies Locker Room and restrooms off of the Mind & Body Studio will be closed.
• The Aquatics Family Changing Rooms and Kids Locker Rooms will be open for changing only. Access to sinks, showers and toilets will not be available in these areas.

Please use the locker rooms located in the Weight Floor area during this time.

We apologize for this inconvenience and appreciate your patience.

Road Closures & Parking Lot Usage 12/9/17

The City's annual Holiday Parade will take place Saturday, December 9 at 2 p.m. Road closures will be in effect for Kimbrough, Farmington and Exeter between 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. Access to the Club during this time will be at the entrance off of Neshoba near GPAC. 

In addition, floats will be disbanding in the GAC and GPAC parking lots. The rain date for this event is Sunday, December 10. 

For more information about the City's Holiday Parade click here. 

Les Mills RPM™ Preview Classes

Les Mills RPM™ is coming the week of November 12! Launch classes will be announced soon but you have the chance to preview RPM™ Wednesday, November 8 at 10:40am or 5pm. Join Jessika and Christina in this 30 minute RPM™ Xpress class.

LET US KNOW YOU'RE COMING by commenting below. If you would like to bring a guest just email us before Tuesday, November 7. Space is limited to 45.

RPM™ is a group indoor cycling workout where you control the intensity. It’s fun, low impact and you can burn up to 675 calories a session*.

With great music pumping and the group spinning as one, your instructor takes you on a journey of hill climbs, sprints and flat riding. In an RPM™ workout you repeatedly spin the pedals to reach your cardio peak then ease back down, keeping pace with the pack to lift your personal performance and boost your cardio fitness.

Les Mills RPM Master Class

We are adding one more Les Mills class format to the group fitness class schedule! RPM™ is a group indoor cycling workout where you control the intensity. It’s fun, low impact and you can burn up to 675 calories a session.

The instructor training for RPM™ is this weekend. YOU ARE INVITED to the RPM™ Master Class this Saturday, September 9 at 8:45 a.m.  All other Cycle classes are canceled Saturday, September 9 - Sunday, September 10. Join Les Mills National Trainer and Presenter, Shelley Barber while she takes you on a journey of hill climbs, sprints and flat riding. 

This class is also part of our instructor training so there are limited spots available. This is a MEMBERS ONLY event. To secure your spot, comment your first and last name below the video. We will take the first 30. Walk ins will be allowed if there are no shows/cancellations.

RPM™ is the world's leading group indoor cycling workout. Join the pack and ride your road to cardio fitness. A 45 minute RPM workout is all about cardio peak training. You feel the rush as you burn those calories, with fresh tunes, motivating instructors, and proven results.

Indoor Pool Closing

The plaster in the indoor pool is getting repaired this week. Due to these repairs, the indoor pool will be drained and CLOSED Wednesday, August 23 - Saturday, August 26. 

A few things to know during the closure...

• The outdoor pool will assume indoor pool hours of operation.
• The hot tub will remain open.
• Splash Park hours remain the same: Weekdays, 3-7PM and Saturday, 10AM-7PM.
• All water aerobics classes will move to the outdoor pool with the exception of the Wednesday 6:15PM Aqua Fit class. This class is cancelled.
• Swim Lessons and Lil Gators will move to the outdoor pool.
• Swim Team will have a revised schedule outdoors. Visit the GST website and  Facebook page for the revised schedule. 

We apologize for this inconvenience and appreciate your patience. 

Phase III Renovations

As part of our continued commitment to make Germantown Athletic Club the best health club in the area, we will begin Phase III Renovations the week of August 21. This phase will take approximately five months and will result in a renovated upstairs lobby area, larger men's aquatics locker room, new staircase and HVAC upgrades throughout. 

Details of the renovations include:

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Lobby Area

• Upstairs Lobby:  new staircase, improved lounge area, customer service desk, conference space, offices, removal of current staircase and concession area
• Men's Aquatics Locker Room:  additional square footage in the changing area, more lockers, new tile in the shower area
• Upstairs Bathrooms:  new tile throughout

Initially, a temporary wall will be built similar to the one in Phase II. Traffic will access the right side of the downstairs hallway. This wall and other parts of the renovation will prevent access to the upstairs lobby, men's aquatics locker room, upstairs bathrooms and back stairwell. 

During renovations some areas will be relocated. See temporary locations below: 

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Men's Aquatics Locker Room

• Family changing rooms, the boy's locker room and the men's fitness locker room will be available in place of the men's aquatics locker room.
• Multipurpose Room 2 (located across from Basketball Court 2) will be the temporary coffee and lounge area.
• All customer services will take place at the check-in desk. 

We are excited about the upcoming renovations and will do everything possible to prevent any interruption in the services we offer. Thank you for your patience as we continue to make improvements.

les mills bodypump masters class

In preparation for the Les Mills BODYPUMP and BODYFLOW launch in September, we are hosting a BODYPUMP Masters Class this Saturday, August 19 at 9 a.m. Join Les Mills National Trainer and Presenter, Shelley Barber, and sculpt, tone and strengthen your entire body in this intense barbell class. 

This class is also part of our instructor training so there are limited spots available. This is a MEMBERS ONLY event. To secure your spot, comment your first and last name below the video. We will take the first 30. Walk ins will be allowed if there are no shows/cancellations.

***This class is FULL. The comments have been closed.***

New Entertainment Apps

Burning calories at GAC just got real! The touch screen consoles on the Precor cardio equipment just received the latest upgrade. Now you can binge watch your favorite shows on Netflix or Hulu while working out. The upgrade also includes access to WatchESPN, Spotify and iHeartRadio. 

A personal login and password for these apps will be needed for access. The instructions on the console are easy to follow and can be completed in just a few minutes. This short video will show you how. 

Another new feature in this update is Single Sign-On. Once the account login and password are entered for your personal audio and video entertainment accounts, this won’t have to be done again during future workouts. A single sign-on to start the workout is all that is needed. Additionally, you can easily manage your logins and passwords through a new feature on the console called My Profile.

While the update will make new ‘app tiles’ visible on the screen for each of the available entertainment apps, it does not affect how you sign onto your Precor personal account.

We hope you enjoy these new features! Let the calorie burning begin. #bingeandburn