2023 July & August

Events in July & August

August 7 / 14 / 21 / 28

Sigis - Pizza

Monday - Buy One Get One Free

August 4

International Beer Day

Friday, 5:30 p.m.

Venue: ACC Swimming Pool

Member Adult NT$900

Member Kid NT$500 (3-12y.o.)

Guest Adult NT$1,200

Guest Kid NT$700 (3-12y.o.)

July 1

2023 Fourth of July Pool Party

Saturday, 5 – 9 p.m.

Location: ACC Swimming Pool & SIGIS

Member Adult NT$1,000

Member Kid NT$500 (3-12y.o.)

Guest Adult NT$1,200

Guest Kid NT$600 (3-12y.o.)

July 1

Kids Rule the Pool

Saturday, 5:30 to 9 p.m.

July 3 / 10 / 17 / 24 / 31

Sigis - Pizza

Monday - Buy One Get One Free

July 5

Cambodia –

Gelatin Flower Art Workshop

Wednesday, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Venue: Miami Room

Member NT $750

Guest NT850

July 7/21

Slide and Splash

Friday, 7 to 8:30 p.m.

July 19

Thailand –

Green Curry Noodle Soup and Mango Sticky Rice Cooking Class

Wednesday, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.

Venue: North California Room

Member NT 1,100

Guest NT1,200

July 3-7, July 10-14,

July 17-21, August 7-11,

August 14-18,

2023 Summer Camp

Mon - Fri / 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Children aged from 5 to 9 years

July 7 - 16

American Salad Bar

Lunch 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Dinner 5:30 - 9:00 p.m.

Venue: Terrace

Cold Salad Bar NT$480

Hot Salad Bar NT$580

July 14

Two Three Comedy Night

Friday, 7:30 p.m.– 9:00 p.m.

Location: Rendezvous

Member NT$550+10%

Guest NT$650 +10%

July 14 / 28

Mini Southeast Asian BBQ Buffet

Friday, 6 p.m.– 9:30 p.m.

Location: Sigis

Adult Price: NT$500+10%

July 16/30

Sunday Brunch

10:30 a.m.– 2:30 p.m.

Location: California Room & San Francisco Room

Adult Price: NT$1,100+10%

Child Price: NT$550+10%

(Aged 5-12)

August 4 / 18

Slide and Splash

Friday, 7 to 8:30 p.m.

August 6

Happy Father’s Day

Sunday Brunch

10:30 a.m.– 2:30 p.m.

Venue: California Room

Fee: NT$ 1,100+10% per adult

NT$ 550+10% per child (Aged 5-12)

August 6 / 13 / 27

Sunday Brunch

10:30 a.m.– 2:30 p.m.

California Room & San Francisco Room

Adult Price: NT$1,100+10%

Child Price: NT$550+10% (Aged 5-12)

August 9

Indonesia – Rendang Ayam (Rendang Chicken) Cooking Class

Wednesday, 2- 5 p.m.

Venue: Sigis Deck

Member NT $900

Guest NT1,000

August 23

Vietnam – Bánh Xèo (Pancake) and Goi Cuon (Fresh Spring Roll)

Cooking Class

Wednesday, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Venue: North California Room

Member NT $900

Guest NT1,000

August 13 / 27

Slide and Splash

Friday, 7 to 8:30 p.m.

August 11 / 18

Mini Northeast Asia BBQ Buffet

July 16/30

Kids Rule the Pool

Sunday, 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Friday, 6– 9:30 p.m.

Location: Sigis

Adult Price: NT$500+10%

For the latest informotion please visit our online calendar at: www.americanclub.org.tw/events/

BOARD OF GOVERNORS

Injay Tai President

Pradeep Mehrotra Vice-President; Events/F & B Chair

Victor Su Treasurer; Finance Chair

Edward Wang Secretary; Planning Chair

Jessica Chan

Community Outreach Co-Chair

Elaine Chang Community Outreach Chair

Liran Golan MIS Chair

Paul Miao Planning Co-Chair

Maria Ting Board Strategic Relations Representative Membership & Rules Co-Chair

Jill Wu Events Co-Chair

Dennis Yung Sports Chair

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

Henry Chang Finance / Membership & Rules Supervisor

George Chung-Chie Chou Executive Committee Supervisor F & B Supervisor

Amber Persson Membership & Rules Chair

MANAGEMENT TEAM

Peter Wood General Manager

Gerry Gibb

IT Director

Deborah Ho

Human Resources Director

Peter Hsu

Executive Chef

Peter Hu Purchasing Manager

Freeman Lin

Operations Director

Alex Lee Chief of Engineering

Christina Tung

Finance Director

Rong Lai

Membership Manager

Emily Wang

Hair & Spa Manager

Hui-Yi Wang

President’s

General Manager's Message

Membership

A Warm Welcome to Our Newest Members

A Fond Farewell to Members Who Have Resigned

Special Feature - Play it forward

The CSC

Navigating Conflict: The Healing Power of Relationship Counseling

Sports

2023 Top Swim Challenge in 35 Days Winner list

2023 Spring Tennis Tournament Winner list Dining

Lots to Tempt Your Taste Buds This Month

Dear Members,

At ACC, we consider ourselves more than just a Club; we are a home away from home, fostering a strong sense of camaraderie and belonging. Our dedicated team works hard to create a warm and welcoming environment where lifelong friendships are forged and cherished

W h a t s e ts us a p a rt i s o u r c o mm i t m e nt t o p r o v id i n g i n t e r nation a l st a n d a rd f a c i l i t i e s a n d se r v i ce s . W h il e w e wo u l d lik e m o r e sp a ce , w e h a ve a g o o d b ala n c e o f sports

activities for Members of all ages Fr

t o o u r s w im m i n g p o ol a nd t e nn i s c our t s , w e stri v e t o cat er t o ev er y i n t ere s t a n d pas s ion, co ns t an t ly s e e kin g to impr

M o re o v e r, o u r v i bra n t s o c i a l c a l e nd a r i s reno w n e d We cura t e a d i v e rs e a rr ay o f e v e n t s th r o u g ho u t th e y ea r, from themed parties to educational seminars and fun activities for children Our aim is to e nsure that there is always something exciting happening at the Club, catering to the varied interests of our diverse membership

W h i l e o t h e r c l u b s may bo a st luxu r i o us s u r r ou n d i n g s , w e t a k e pri d e in o u r w a r m a nd inclus i v e at m o sp h e r e W e a r e m o r e l i k e a c o m m u n i t y - d r i v e n c l u b , w h e r e every Member is valued and respected. Whether you are a long-standing member or new to our Club, you can expect to be greeted with a genuine smile and a friendly face. In conclusion, the American Club Taipei stands out due t o o ur ex ce p t i on a l se n s e of c o m m u n i t y, in t e r n a ti o n a l st a n d a rd fa c il i ti e s , di v e rs e ev e n t s , a nd in c lu s i v e a t m osphere. We are more than just a Club; we are a family Tha n k y ou f o r b e i n g a p a rt o f o u r uniq u e a n d s p e ci a l community

Now of our committees and shed light on how they enhance o u r C lub ' s o p e r a t i o n s C o m m i tt e e s p l a y a v i t a l r o l e i n the success of ACC, sha ping the direction and ensuring the smooth function ing of various a spects of our C lub. E ac h c o m m i t t e e fo c us e s o n a s p e c i f i c ar e a, su c h a s mem b e rs h i p , ev e n t s a nd a c ti v i t i e s , f a c i l i t i e s, f i n a n ce , and more.

B y d iv i d i n g t h e w o r k l o a d a n d r es p o n s i b i l i t i e s a m o n g t he s e c o m m i t t e e s , w e c a n e f f e c t i ve l y a d d re ss t h e d iverse needs and interests of our membership while ensuring fun c t io n th r o u g h a c o l l a b o r a t i ve and d e m o c r a t i c process, meeting regularly to discuss pertinent matters, propose initiatives, and make informed decisions

T h e y a l s o a c t a s a b r i d g e b e t w ee n th e B oa r d a n d th e ge n e r a l m e m b e r s h i p , a l l ow i n g me m b e r s t o vo ic e t h e i r s u g g e s t i on s , c o n c e r ns , a n d f e ed b n e p o s i h T . k c a dialogue enables us to continually improve and tailor our to meet the evolving needs and expectations of our diverse membership.

The a nd e x ec ut ing th e w id e r a ng e of e v e n t s , act iv i t ie s , an d services that make our club exceptional They ensure that our club operates efficie ntly, reflects the interests of our members, and continuously evolves to meet their needs

He r e a r e th e su m m a r ize d g o a l s f o r t h e op e r a t i o n committees this term:

C o mm u n i ty O ut r ea c h : C r e a t i ng a " C h a r i ta b l e Culture" through well-structured activi ties and plans

Even t s : C o nt i nu i n g t o arr a n g e d i v e r s e e v e n t s , implementing Art Exhibition Projects, and developing the Heritage Wall concept

F i nan c e : P r o v i d i n g p r op e r i nt e r n a l du e d i li g e n c e t o ensur pr

F & B : Refu r b i shi n g k e y fun c t i on r oo m s, r e v a m p i n g th e A C C Ma r ke t w i th a fo c us on h e a l t h y g r a b - a n dgo options, benchmarking the F&B operation, and creating a "Club within the Club" concept.

M em b ers h i p & R u l e s : Re v i e w in g ex i st i n g Me mb e r s h i p c a t e g o r ie s a nd po l i c i e s, st r ea m l i n i ng th e m e m bersh i p app l i c a ti o n p r o c e s s , a n d upd a ti n g th e R e c i p ro c a l Cl u b lis t . Al s o, re v ie w i n g a n d a m end i n g th e House Rules and Club Constitution

M I S : Completing the Athena System and implementing Ph a s e 2 , r ed e si g n i n g t h e w ebsi t e , exp a n d i n g c l o u d u s ag e , and e s t a blish i n g p a p e rl e ss o p e r a tio n s f o r

P l an n i n g : Plans and executing the 2023 Pro ject Capex Plan Sports: R e v ie w i n g Fi t n ess Ce n t er Opera tions, d ef i n i n g the purpose of the Pro-shop

In conclusion, committees are the lifeblood of the Club T h e y e n s u re t h a t o ur C lub o p e r a t e s e ff i c i e n t l y, re fl e c t s the interests of our members, and continuously evolves to meet their needs I extend my heartfelt gratitu all to de committee members for their dedication and commitment. As w e f i na l l y b i d f a r e w e l l to t h e c h a l l e ngin g t i m e s b ro u g ht by t h e C O VI D - 1 9 p a nd e mi c , I e n co u r a g e y o u t o

opport u n i t y t o c r ea t e c h er i s h ed m e m o r i e s wit h y ou r loved on es Wh e th e r you em b ark on exc it in g t r a vels o r choos e to stay clos e to h ome, re member that the clu b awaits you with a vibrant calendar of events

Jo i n us f o r t h e th r ill i n g 4 t h of J u l y p o o l par t y a n d delightful BBQs, ensuring that you make the most of this festive season, even if you are not venturing far Let us c o me t o g e t h e r, c e l e b r a t e , a nd e n j o y th e c a m a r a d e ri e

Inja y Ta i President

GENERAL MANAGER’S MESSAGE

Peter Wood

Dear Members,

As we embrace the arrival of summer, I wanted to take a moment to extend my warmest wishes for safe travels and enjoyable moments with your family and friends. Whether you're embarking on exciting adventures or simply taking some well-deserved time off, I hope this summer brings you an abundance of joy and relaxation.

During your travels, I encourage you to keep an open eye for inspiration. If you come across any ideas or thoughts that you believe would benefit ACC, please don't hesitate to share them with me. Your insights and suggestions play a crucial role in shaping our Club and ensuring that we continuously meet the needs and desires of our valued Membership.

As we enter the summer months, we understand that it's also a bittersweet time as some of you will be leaving the ACC family. We hope that you depart with cherished memories of your time at the Club, and we sincerely hope to welcome you back someday.

Summer at ACC is filled with exciting events and activities for those of you staying in town. We have prepared an enticing lineup of experiences for your enjoyment. Our annual 4th of July Party is back this year as a vibrant pool party, promising an unforgettable celebration complete with delightful food, lively entertainment.

For our younger members, we are delighted to offer the popular Kids Summer Camp and Fun Pool Days, where they can indulge in entertaining activities and create lasting memories. And of course, our summer barbecues, held every two weeks on Sigis Deck, provide the perfect opportunity to savor mouthwatering food while relishing the warm weather and the company of your family and fellow members.

The summer months also grant us a valuable opportunity to reflect on the first half of the year. We will be taking the time to review our progress and identify areas where we can further enhance your experience at the Club. Our recently joined Chefs, Chef Jimmy in Sigis, and Chef Paper in the Pastry, have

settled in and are eager to introduce new ideas and concepts upon your return.

At ACC, we are dedicated to continuously enhancing your experience. In addition to planning exciting activities, as mentioned by the President, Management will be working closely with the Planning Committee over the summer to implement our Capital Expenditure (Capex) projects in the second half of the year. These initiatives include improvements to the Terrace salad bar and cake area, enhancements to the private rooms in Sigis, new furniture in Rendezvous, the much-awaited refurbishment of the California and San Francisco Rooms, and other behind-the-scenes enhancements such as structural and waterproofing improvements for the sports areas, as well as the second phase of implementing the Athena Software System.

Stay tuned for more updates on these exciting projects. Our Capex plans are designed with a 3-5 year rolling cycle, ensuring a consistent and forward-looking approach to improving our Club and enhancing your experience.

This highlights the vital connection between the goals set by the Club Committee and the management's direction. It is crucial that we work together in pursuit of these objectives to maintain the excellence that defines the Club.

Membership is the lifeblood of ACC, and we greatly appreciate your continued support. As some of your friends may depart, you may also be making new acquaintances. I kindly encourage you to refer them to the Club, so they too can experience the outstanding offerings and sense of community we provide. By expanding our membership base, we strengthen the bonds that make ACC a remarkable place to be.

Looking back at the first six months of this year, we have achieved significant milestones despite the ongoing challenges posed by the pandemic. As we embark on the second half of the year, I am confident that we will continue to thrive and create memorable experiences for you. Your enthusiasm and commitment are vital to the Club's success, and I am grateful for your ongoing support.

On behalf of the entire management team, I wish you a fantastic summer filled with relaxation, adventure, and cherished moments with your loved ones. We eagerly await your return, and I assure you that we will be ready to provide you with an exceptional and exciting experience at ACC.

General Manager/COO

No adults. No lessons. No Lanes. Just kids! No adults. No lessons. No Lanes. Just kids!

KIDS RULE THE POOL KIDS RULE THE POOL

Saturday, July 1 th 5:30 to 9 p.m.

(4th July) 3 to 4:30 p.m. (event schedule)

Sunday, July 16 th 2 to 3:30 p.m.

Sunday, July 30 th 2 to 3:30 p.m.

SLIDE AND SPLASH

Friday, July 7 th 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Friday, July 21 th 7 to 8:30 p.m.

Children under 6 must be accompanied by parents in the pool

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A WARM WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST MEMBERS

Ms. Claire Huang

Mr. David Ching Fong Lo

Mr. Christopher Nigel Slater & Michaela Ann Farrell

A FOND FAREWELL TO MEMBERS WHO HAVE RESIGNED

Mr. David C.M. Teow & Alison M.H. Tam

Mr. Richard M Hoge

Ms. Christina Chang

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY TO OUR LONG-STANDING MEMBERS

40 years

Mr. Wang Steve H.K.

Mrs. Wang Cheryl

Mr. Kuo Peter C.

Mrs. Kuo Elaine

20 years

Mr. Chan Brian

Ms. Tao Yi-Feng

Ms. Shen Wen

Mr. Chen Ming-Chi

Mr. Lee Philip

Mrs. Fang Linda Ling

Mr. Fang Paul Yu

Mr. Yeh Peter

Ms. Tsien Joan S.

Mrs. Chen Eva

Mr. Chiang Fong Nien

Mrs. Tso Jenny

Mr. Tso James

Mr. Ho Benjamin

Mr. Fang Chih-Shang

Ms. Lin Tina C. F.

Mr. Yuan Eddie

Mrs. Yuan Yalin

Mr. Brian Goldsmith

Mrs. Grace Goldsmith

10 years

Mr. Lau Kenneth

Mr. Yang Eugene

Ms. Lee Sandia

Mrs. Pan Jina

Mr. Pan Mark

Mr. Huang Daniel

Mr. Cheng Jacky

Ms. Su Lesley

Mr. Chen Steve

Ms. Wen Huei Meng

Mr. Kuo Scott

Mr. Lai Ted

Ms. Ahn Christina

Mr. Chen Jacy

Ms. Hsu Linda

Ms. Chiang Christine

Mr. Chen David

Mrs. Chen Grace

Ms. Yeh Hsuan Emily

Mr. Chou James

Ms. Chiang Sheena

Mr. Liu Bernard

Ms. Wu Wenhsin

Mrs. Chen Teresa

Mr. Chen Patrick

Mr. Watanabe Nobutaka

Ms. Cheng Deni

Mr. Hudson Christopher

Mrs. Hudson Nicole

Mr. Quek Tommy

Mr. Chiu Wayne

Ms. Choi Amanda

Ms. Ho Yi-Li

Mr. Chen Jeffrey

Ms. Bang Claire

Mr. Chang Brian

Ms. Wan Siren

Mr. Bailey David

Ms. Tu Carol

Mr. Wang Edward

Ms. Huang Charline

Play it forward

With the series of activities initiated by the ACC Community Outreach Committee echoing Earth Month still fresh in our memory, one new event stood out and sparked the curiosity of many of our members –The Lego Donation Drive.

Lego is a familiar household name to all members of our community spanning across a few generations. Most of the members and their families have likely vacationed at the Legoland theme parks, watched Lego Movies, and enjoyed family bonding time through Lego building. It was during one of these moments that inspired one of our members to start a sustainable and socially impactful movement: “play it forward”.

“The idea is to encourage those who are ready to part ways with their Legos, to pass them forward to others who have either never seen them, or simply can’t afford them”, says Will Chen, whose young son has recently passed forward his own beloved collection to the rural schools in Taiwan.

This idea first came about a few years ago, when Will observed the many benefits his son derived from creative play in early childhood, which fostered critical thinking and problem-solving skills that laid the foundation for STEM learning in later developmental years. “What if more children can share the same benefits without added cost, by sharing and reusing the same resources? Like children’s books in the library?”, which prompted Will to start researching online. He discovered various initiatives in the US, Canada and UK (ranging from local communities to national government levels, e.g., Nova Scotia Department of Education partnered with the Canadian Lego Replay program.”). However, Will couldn’t find such programs in Taiwan. Determined to make a difference, Will decided to establish a charitable organization dedicated to this cause.

However, just as Will was prepared to launch his initiative, the global pandemic struck, dampening the concept and appeal of recycling and regiving used toys on both ends of the equation. The plan was put on hold until the timing felt more appropriate. But, as the pandemic dragged on for years, Will started to waver and almost gave up on the idea. It wasn’t until August 2022, when Will learned about ACC Community Outreach’s donation campaign, that once again reignited his motivation to act and give back. This campaign featured Green Miracle, which is a non-profit organization that

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Photo by Will Chen

recycles 3C products from public donations (launched by SystemLead Tech). For over 10 years, the organization has been helping underprivileged children, NGOs, and new immigrants in Taiwan, in addressing their digital divide. This charitable cause resonates well with Will’s vision of reuse of resources and bridging gaps. Through the ACC connection, Will had an in-depth conversation with the President of Green Miracle, from which he learned a great deal about the operational barriers and difficulties of such recycling programs, as well as the challenges and rewards in making sustainable long-term impact for positive changes.

This series of events served as a catalyst for Will to put thoughts into action. Thus, he founded The ReGivers, a non-profit organization aiming to create a sustainable platform for anyone to pass

forward their Lego, benefiting others while helping our environment in reducing carbon emission.

The result of the Lego Donation Drive was remarkable, with 30 boxes of full sets and 86.7 kilograms (approximately 61,000 pieces) of loose pieces received. While some were surprised by the amount, Will wasn’t: “I realized that most of us are charitable at heart and willing to give back. But perhaps, we lack the catalyst, or a sense of urgency to act. That’s why you usually see an outpouring of donations right after earthquakes and disasters, but less so on social issues that impact far more people on a longer time horizon. ACC’s Community Outreach campaigns bring us the awareness of these issues, give us the urgency to act, and serve as a catalyst to give back.”

Will repeatedly expressed his appreciation to all the ACC Members and to the Community Outreach for supporting him on this quest. He said with such humility that he saw so many people doing their parts and he was just leveraging off the synergy. But maybe just like how building Lego goes, it all starts with the first block. Will and the ReGivers laid the foundation, then brick by brick, the rest of us continue to build on top and expand, infinitely.

Play it forward.

I Can Help

Navigating Conflict: The Healing Power of Relationship Counseling

Written by Suzan Babcock Photo by Miranda Lin

We all encounter relationship issues from time to time and sometimes, we need a little help to work things out. The goal of The Community Services Center’s counseling team is to offer top mental health care to the local and international community from licensed therapists.

Community Services Center therapist, Miranda Lin, MS, LPC enjoys her work and finds much success, as a relationship counselor in helping clients get in touch with themselves and significant others at a deeper level. When new understandings and insights occur, clients are able to bond with others in healthier ways.

Miranda emphasizes the importance of having a safe space for couples to be able to share their stories. Communication is a major factor in any relationship. “As a therapist, I look for patterns in how couples relate and interact with each other, then find a common ground that they can work from.”

Relationship counseling focuses on attentive listening, empathy, support and effective (non-abusive) ways of expressing feelings, emotions and thoughts that couples have been afraid of showing their partner. Learning how to explore issues in their relationship, work on their communication, improve their interactions with each other are key relationship counseling goals.

As couples experience and realize that they have been heard and respected during their counseling sessions and that their feelings have been validated, new insights begin to open up allowing them to rethink their relationship and its difficulties from different perspectives. This is an important shift for them for it offers an opportunity for change and new directions to occur within the relationship. The couple can then move forward continuing to demonstrate their improved communication skills, set new goals and objectives for themselves. Every relationship has conflict. It’s learning how we handle our conflicts that can make our relationships

stronger. Effective therapy depends not only on the skills and experience of the therapist but also on the willingness of the couple. Relational issues such as family, parent-child, couple and personal issues are common for both expats and locals. When working with clients, Miranda employs a strengthbased counseling approach and has worked with a wide range of clinical issues both short-term and long-term. She prefers incorporating an integrative approach utilizing person-center theory, emotionally-focused therapy, transactional analysis theory and cognitive behavioral theory – because each counseling situation is unique. Using the right supportive approach helps clients process their feelings in a deep healing and self-compassionate way. It was at this point, I asked Miranda her suggestions for people who may be having some issues but were afraid of reaching out to a counselor because they didn’t know if it was something worth talking about.

“There are often misconceptions about counseling,” Miranda shared. “You don’t have to be mentally ill or dealing with a dire situation to receive professional help. Counseling services provide people an opportunity to meet with themselves without being affected by other people’s thoughts or feelings. A professional therapist is trained to help people get in touch with themselves, hear their own voices, and find the path they desire for their lives. So from my opinion, everyone can benefit from having counseling sessions.”

“The concept of ‘counseling’ in western countries has become a common practice for maintaining good mental health. It is taking a bit longer here in Taiwan to be accepted, however, more and more people are becoming aware of the benefits of counseling. And, as I like to use the analogy, the benefits from counseling are like receiving a mental massage! Who doesn’t want to go for massage to allow themselves to recharge?”

Father’s Day Special Extra 10% OFF

Sales promotion from August 5th to 6th.

Father's Day is just around the corner, and it's the perfect opportunity to show your dad how much he means to you. At our Pro Shop, we have a brand new range of sports apparel and accessories that will make the perfect gift for your dad. Don't miss out on the chance to make your dad's day extra special with a thoughtful and personalized gift from our Pro Shop this Father's Day.

*Sales promotion does not include tennis racquets, bags, and shoes.

Racquet Rental Service at the

Pro Shop

Starting from August 1

Introducing our new racquet rental service, designed to provide Tennis and Squash players of all levels with an easy and affordable way to rent top-quality tennis racquets for their next game.

Our collection of racquets is extensive, with options available for different models, weights, and our knowledgeable staff is on hand to help you choose the perfect racquet for your playing style.

Rental Fee: NT$200 per racquet , per session.

For more information, contact the Pro Shop at 02-2885 8260 ext. 368

Meet our new Trainer

Thomas Hannam, a Yoga teacher and an NCCA certified personal trainer. Thomas can do private or small group classes that include a mix of Yoga, Calisthenics, and weight training.

To book a training session with Thomas, please contact the Fitness Center 02-2885-8260 #378

Did you try our new Classes

7a m. mornings, Mondays to Fridays, start your day in shape and ready to go.

Monday

Antoine - Boxing

Start your day and your week with a punch. Boxing pad work, partners drills, along with body work training, all while learning boxing skills that hopefully you won‘t be needing one day!

Vincent - Core strength

Floor work that focuses on core integration and improving joints range of movement. A variety of functional exercises are introduced leading to higher efficiency in everyday performances.

Tuesday Emily - Spin

Need a wake-up morning call? Join the high energy, music jamming, heart pumping SPIN CLASS with Emily. It’s a low-impact, high-intensity interval workout designed to build cardio endurance, total body strength and arm toning with light weights.

Wednesday Ivan - Body work

No need for any equipment, just use your body to elevate your strength and fitness. Increase your mobility, coordination, balance, and cardio capacity while doing various movements that combine gymnastic, parkour, and martial arts. Moves that can help lift the quality of life.

Nina - Yoga Flow

The best way to start your day is with a morning yoga flow to boost up your stamina. A flow type of practice that improves your concentration, and leaves you refreshed for the whole day.

Starting with deep cycle abdominal breathing and finishing with a few reverse yoga poses to end the session. Come and let’s practice together!

Thursday

Jayden - Power Combat

Power Combat is a high-energy martial artsinspired workout that is totally non-contact. Punch and kick your way to fitness and burn up to 570 calories in a class. No experience needed. Learn moves from Karate, Taekwondo, Boxing, Muay Thai, Capoeira and Kung Fu. Release stress, have a blast and feel like a champ. Bring your best fighter attitude and leave your inhibitions at the door.

Jayden - The Power

The power is a fast-paced, barbell-based workout that's specifically designed to help you get lean, toned, and fit. It uses a combination of motivating music, and scientifically proven moves to help you achieve these targets more quickly than you would working out on your own.

Friday

Billy - Mobility Workout

Mobility exercises improve our joint functions and flexibility, reduce the risk of injuries, and help us move better. A workout that includes all your joints, from head to toe.

Bikini Boot Camp to get you ready for that Summer Outfit.

(Wednesday 9:00-9:50am)

MON. – FRI. 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Children aged from 5 to 9 years

Hydro Fit, where you work against water resistance without worrying about putting pressure on your joints. (Thursday 10:00-10:50am)

SPORTS AT THE CLUB

2023 TOP SWIM CHALLENGE IN 35 DAYS

ADVANCED (72km)

1 st

MIKE MA

SIMON LEE

MICHAELA STEVENS

SAM MA

2 nd

RICHARD TSAI

RECREATIONAL (54km)

1 st

TSU JIEN CHENG

PRADEEP MEHROTRA

2 nd

LOUISE WIKSTROM

TED WIKSTROM

3 rd

YAO CHEN

CHALLENGE PLUS (36km)

1 st

DIANE MEHROTRA

CHARLES CHEN

LI LE HUN

GRACE GOLDSMITH

SAHEELA MEHROTRA

JOE GILLIVER

2 nd

BETTY HSU

CHRIS YOUNG

VINCENTE TANG

JOY LEE

SUJI CHEN

JOAN PIPKIN

DAREN WANG

3 rd

ALBERT CHANG

AWARD CEREMONY

After a long term hard swimming challenge days, we thank you all for your participationand congrats to your excellent achievements.

Wednesday, 7 June @ RENDEZVOUS

SWIMMING INSTRUCTORS

Our Appreciation for generously sponsoring this event.

Sign-up lessons with our Professional team of aquatics coaches and bring out the best

Whale Chang

Yuchi Kang

Wendy Cheng

Jane Lai

Tom Hsieh

Ivan Liu

Pool Manager & PADI Scuba Instructor Supervisor

Carol Chang

Chris Chen

David Lin

Amy Huang

Lydia Huang

Ike Chen

Angus Liao Diego Lin

Fantastic

Award

Presentation Ceremony

to celebrate the completion of the Spring Tennis Tournament.

The Spring Tennis Tournament was once again a resounding success, drawing high attendance across all categories and proving to be a popular event among our members. To conclude the tournament, we held an Award Presentation Ceremony, which featured a wonderful buffet spread that was thoroughly enjoyed by all in attendance. The Club's Board of Governors, including Injay Tai, Henry Chang, and Amber Persson, were also present to award trophies to the players.

We would like to express our gratitude to everyone who made this event possible and successful, including the players, sponsors, organizers, and spectators. Without each of their contributions, this tournament would not have been possible. Thank you all !

2023 Spring Tennis Tournament Winner List

Women’s Singles Winner

Women’s Singles Runner up

Women’s Singles Consolation Winner

Men’s Singles Winner

Men’s Singles Runner-up

Men’s Singles Consolation Winner

Girls A Singles Winner

Girls A Singles Runner Up

Girls A Singles Consolation Winner

Girls B Singles Winner

Girls B Singles Runner Up

Boys A Singles Winner

Boys A Singles Runner Up

Boys A Singles Consolation Winner

Boys B Singles Winner

Boys B Singles Runner Up

Boys B Singles Consolation Winner

Mae O'Malley

Carolyn Wang

Josie Wu

Ken Chen

Edward Wang

Teddy Chien

Patricia Miao

Addison Wu

Evelyn Wu

Amber Hu

Jacqueline Kung

Matthew Kung

Castor Huang

Patrick Hou

Jayden Chen

Lance Wu

Jayden Kung

Women's Doubles Winner

Mae O'Malley / Amber Persson

Women's Doubles Runner-up Joyce Mao / Josie Wu

Women's Doubles Consolation Winner

Men's Doubles Winner

Men's Doubles Runner-up

Carolyn Wang / Paye Chou

John Peng / Allen Lin

KC Yeh / WenYi Shau

Men's Doubles Consolation Winner Jim Pai / William Liang

Mixed Doubles Winner

Mixed Doubles Runner-up

Mixed Doubles Consolation Winner

Junior Doubles A Winner

Junior Doubles A Runner-up

Mae O'Malley / Sean O'Malley

Ken Chen / Katherine Chou

WenYi Shau / Amber Persson

Kenneth Miao / Lucas Wu

Evan Chang / Anthony Hung

Junior Doubles A Consolation Winner Candy Tai / Patricia Miao

Junior Doubles B Winner

Junior Doubles B Runner-up

Roslyn Wang / Charisse Chiang

Derek Chen / Noah Chen

Junior Doubles B Consolation Winner Fi Wu / Renee Woo

2023 Spring Tennis Singles Tournament.

Men's Singles Winner & Runner-Up

Women's Singles Winner & Runner-Up

2023 Spring Tennis Doubles Tournament.

Men's Doubles Winner & Runner-Up

Women's Doubles Winner & Runner-Up

Mixed Doubles Winner & Runner-Up

Junior B Doubles Winner & Runner-Up

Junior A Doubles Winner & Runner-Up

Boy's A Singles Winner & Runner-Up

Boy's B Singles Winner & Runner-Up

Girl's A Singles Winner & Runner-Up

Girl's B Singles Winner & Runner-Up

CAYMUS VINEYARDS Special Selection Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 (CA) NT $10,800

1 bottle: $7,200

6 bottles for $42,000 (Pre-order)

CAYMUS VINEYARDS Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 (CA) NT $5,100

1 bottle: $2,990

6 bottle for $17,400

Buy

VINTNER'S RESERVE CABERNET SAUVIGNON (CA)

NT$850 (Original price $1,200)

VINTNER'S RESERVE MERLOT(CA)

Buy 2 Get 1 Free

Robert Sirugue Bourgogne Aligoté (FR) NT $1,400

Labruyere Bourgogne Gamay (FR) NT $1,200

VINTNER'S RESERVE SAUVIGNON BLANC(CA)

NT$650 (Original price $900)

VINTNER'S RESERVE RIESLING(CA)

NT$650 (Original price $900)

LOW CALORIE CHARDONNAY(CA)

NT$750 (Original price $1,050)

GYOSON

Main Course

Eel Mini Hot Pot NT$ 520 鰻魚小火鍋

Eggplant Unagi Don NT$ 280 蒲燒茄子丼(素食鰻魚飯)

TERRACE

Beverage

Yebisu Premium Beer

惠比壽啤酒

NT$ 100 / 350ml

Grilled US Beef Steak with Herbed Butter

NT$ 695

6 oz Minute Steak (US), Broccoli, Gravy, Choice of French Fries or Mashed Potatoes

Grilled Pineapple Chicken Burger or Beef Burger

NT$ 335 or $375

6 oz Ground Chicken Patty or 8 oz Beef Patty (NZ), Pineapple, BBQ Sauce, Cheese, Lettuce, Onions, Tomatoes, Gherkin, Honey Mustard Mayonnaise

Roasted Half Chicken NT$ 550 Chicken, Broccoli, Herb Butter, and French Fries

Vegetarian Chicken Sweet and Sour

NT$ 360

Vegetarian Chicken, Cauliflower, Pineapple, Bell Peppers, Onions, Sweet and Sour Sauce, Seasonal Vegetable and White Rice

German “Bangers and Mash”

NT$ 480

Bratwurst (TW), Sauerkraut, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Broccoli Choice of Spicy or Non-Spicy Bratwurst

RIVERBANK CLEANING

Happy to do all of of these cleaning activities with ACC members. Thank you so much for a great event and good job!

It was fun community service which we didn't think there were so many trash in this small area of the river side. The organization helped us learn at this outing.

“GENERATION GAME” TENNIS COMPETITION

Happy to do all of of these cleaning activities with ACC members. Thank you so much for a great event and good job!

Great fun, great drinks, awesome night.

Great event! Food was very good and the special cocktails were a nice touch!

Great fun, great drinks, awesome night.

Great event! Food was very good and the special cocktails were a nice touch!

AN EVENING OF ART & ELEGANCE - MEET THE ARTISTS

HAIR & SPA

JULY AND AUGUST PROMOTION

If you had too much sun exposure during summer, this is the time to book a body scrub or a seaweed whitening body wrap treatment to receive a 10% discount. It is highly recommended to follow this treatment with a body massage enhancing skin hydrating and brightening results.

All Fathers - Book a Scalp Treatment or Hair Loss Prevention Treatment to receive a 10% discount. An advance booking is required!

For details and to make an appointment, please call 2885-8260 ext.578 or direct line 2886-5912 Operations Hours 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., daily

If you would like to submit a review of one of the books in our Library, please contact Emily Wang at emily.wang@americanclub.org.tw

Friendly reminder: Nursery Storytime and Paper Clay Art Craft will be temporary stop during Summer (June, July & August) and will be resumed in September.

ACC Book and Discussion Club

scheduled for the third Thursday of each month. If you are interested in joining the Book Club, for further information and to register, please reach out to Emily Wang at emily.wang@americanclub.org.tw or register at the Library.

EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH

Name:

H. P. Chen

陳惠鵬

Department:

Kitchen-Terrace

Mr. Chen has been with the Club's Terrace for 27 years. He is one of the Club's 'behind the scenes' team members responsible for maintaining the high standard in and around the Club's kitchens. Mr. Chen's daily duties include personal inspection and preparation of the Terrace's meals and tableware and as needed, interaction with the other Club's kitchens and restaurants.

Highly regarded by his colleagues for his outstanding work ethic. Congratulations Mr. Chen for this recognition.

The Phoenix Economy Work, Life, and Money in the New Not Normal by Felix Salmon (Business)

When the Heavens Went on Sale The Misfits and Geniuses Racing to Put Space Within Reach by Ashlee Vance (Business)

Solito

A Memoir: by Javier Zamora (Biographies & Memoirs)

The Golden Spoon by Jessa Maxwell (Mystery)

Rules of Civility by Amor Towles (Fiction)

Prisoners of Geography Ten Maps That Explain Everything about the World by Tim Marshall (Politics)

Every Body

A First Conversation about Bodies by Megan Madison and Jessica Ralli (Children's)

Peppa and the Moon Festival Peppa Pig (Children's)

ACC STAFF UPDATE

Chef Jimmy Chen is a highly skilled and versatile chef with expertise in a wide range of culinary styles. With over 30 years of experience in five-star hotels and large-scale restaurants, Chef Chen has honed his craft and developed a deep understanding of various cuisines.

Chef Jimmy’s specialized abilities encompass traditional Taiwanese cuisine, classical Italian cuisine, high-ranking European cuisine, authentic Swiss dishes, creative cuisine, modern molecular gastronomy, and contemporary cuisine. Chef Jimmy’s diverse culinary repertoire reflects his passion for exploring different flavors and techniques.

Sigis Chef

In his recent employment experiences, Chef Jimmy served as the Executive Chef and Chef de Cuisine. He spent many years at Villa 32, a contemporary cuisine restaurant, and as a consultant at Royal Petite Garden Taipei.

Let’s warmly welcome Chef Jimmy Chen as the newest addition to our ACC family.

Chef Jimmy