MEMBERSHIP MATTERS MEMBERSHIP MATTERS
From the General Manager
Dear Members,
I hope everyone had a joyful and delicious Thanksgiving! First off, a huge thank you for your overwhelming generosity toward the Employee Christmas Fund Your contributions will be distributed just in time to brighten our staff’s holiday season, and they are so grateful Speaking of holiday cheer, the Pro Shop is now offering private lesson gift certificates perfect for that hard-to-shop-for person on your list
Let’s also give a warm welcome to our newest members, Mark Halloway and Ann Marie Elpers! If you have an adult child who’s ready to join in on the fun, why not give them the ultimate gift this season a membership to the Louisville Boat Club! With our new Junior Membership (ages 24-29), the initiation fee is just $500, with $150 per month for dues And as a legacy member, they’ll get a 50% discount on initiation Contact me for details it’s the gift that keeps on giving!
Our holiday calendar is packed with events you won’t want to miss: Dancing & Bubbles – Friday, December 6th Wreath Workshop & Gingerbread House Event – Sunday, December 8th
Brunch with Santa – Sunday, December 15th And don’t forget the Annual Meeting – Wednesday, December 4th
For our racquet enthusiasts, we have some exciting activities lined up: Paddles Up Tournament – December 28th & 29th Holiday Camps for Kids – Tennis and Pickleball fun for ages 5-12, with sessions on December 30th & 31st and January 2nd & 3rd These camps are the perfect way to keep the kids active and entertained over the break Spots are limited, so sign up today! NEW Glow-in-the-Dark Pickleball – Tentatively scheduled for January 31st. Stay tuned for details it’s going to light up your winter!
January means it’s project season, and topping the list is a new elevator While it may not be the most glamorous upgrade, it’s essential for daily use and ensuring our Club is accessible to everyone. Thanks to the monthly Capital fees, we ’ re now better positioned to tackle major improvements like this and more in the future
As I approach my one-year anniversary with the Louisville Boat Club, I can’t help but reflect on what an incredible journey it’s been This community is truly special, and I’m so excited about all that lies ahead We’re just getting started!
Wishing you and your families a joyful and festive holiday season
Warm Regards,
Sarah Russell General Manager srussell@louisvilleboatclub
com
From the President
Dear LBC Members,
As the year comes to a close, I want to thank two members who are at the end of their terms and are rolling off of the Board Marty McClelland and Ginny Tyler Both have done an incredible job this year and have set things up so the next chairs of Racquets and Entertainment are ready to hit the ground running in the new year We already have a full calendar of events planned for 2025 and ask that you kindly RSVP so the Club can provide the best service possible
As a member-owned club, transparency is an important part of how the Board shares the health and financial wellbeing of the club The Board has discussed how and when to share this information AND keep it for our members eyes only Our Treasurer has created a quarterly dashboard based on our fiscal year that is now published on the Member Portal and will continue to be updated after the close of each quarter If at any time you have questions or want more information, please reach out to me or our General Manager
On behalf of the Board, we wish you a healthy and happy holiday season and look forward to seeing you at LBC over the holiday season and in the new year.
Sincerely,
Michelle Black White LBC President president@louisvilleboatclub com
CLUB UPDATES
Check out the 2025 Swim Schedule!
The 2025 Swim Team season is fast approaching, and it's time to mark your calendars! ��
Get ready for an exciting year of meets, practices, and team spirit Stay tuned for registration info and all the details you need to be a part of the action!
Save the Dates!
Sunday, March 16 - Summer Sports and Swim Signup
Tuesday, May 27 - First Practice
Saturday, May 31 @ 10am - Parent Meeting
Sunday, June 8 - LBC @ Away
Sunday, June 15 LBC @ Home
Sunday, June 22 - LBC @ Home
Sunday, July 13 - LBC @ Away
Tuesday, July 15 - PJ and Pasta Dinner
Thursday, July 17 - Sunday, July 20City Meet @ Audubon
Tuesday, July 22 - Swim Banquet
Go Typhoons!!
FITNESS UPDATES
FITNESS SPOTLIGHT
Featuring Amy Scheinler
Amy Scheinler, has always been active in the Boat Club tennis programs Learning to play as an adult, she has enjoyed the club’s clinics, fast feeds and private lessons Typically playing four/five days a week, tennis has been her primary source of exercise over the last couple of years
Check out the Racquet Sports Warm Up routine for members to follow to prepare for matches and minimize risk of injury. A video and flyer are available via the website as well as in the Fitness Center.
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This past year Amy decided to commit to the Elevate Fitness classes offered through the Boat Club She now works out three days a week in the program that focuses on strength training, cardio, and core She said she felt stronger and more fit but a recent physical revealed she truly was in better shape
A year-over-year body composition study showed a decrease in weight, a decrease in percentage of body fat, an increase in muscle mass, and an increase in grip strength (grip was above average for females in her age range) Her doctor was thrilled with the results, explaining the importance of maintaining muscle mass and healthy weight as you age Amy was excited to get “good news ” at the Doctor’s office, which after turning 50, has been harder to come by
Aside from feeling better and the results on paper, Amy says one of the best things about joining the classes has been the people she’s met, most of whom she’d never meet on the tennis court. “Classes are hard, but we still manage to have fun and share some laughs They’ve become my little workout family which is good for my soul as well as my body ”
Amy's daughter, Ellie, frequents the classes when on break from the University of Tennessee Her husband R C and son Jacob both use the Fitness Center on a regular basis and R C tries to make it to class when his work schedule allows The Fitness Center has been a great perk of membership for her entire family, especially now that her children are older
HappyDecemberRacqueteersandPaddlers
Welcometotheseasonofholidayracquets,paddles,andfestivities Tistheseasontobejolly aboutplayingtennis,pickleball,and platformtennis!WehaveabusyDecember,butlet’stakeaquickjogdownmemorylaneandseewhathappenedinNovember While theweatherstartedtogetcoldinNovember,theindoorcourtswerejuststartingtoheatup Wehadatonoftennisbeingplayed throughoutthemonthofNovemberbetweenteampractices leagues,andfastfeeds WehadtheconclusionofourMen’sBClub Championships with Mark Schlobach and Tom Scanlan being crowned doubles champions of the B division Congrats to Marty McClellandandRichardMeenaonplacingsecondandWillFenstererandRyanBodmanonplacing3rd Onthepickleballfront,we sawthereturnoftheMondayMen’sLadderLeagueaswellasthecontinuationofDinkandDrink,ourSaturdaypickleballleague We also had a great turnout for our 2nd annual Turkey Burner Mixed Doubles tournament We had 11 teams between the A and B divisions participating in the tournament Congrats to our winners in the A division, Alex Menzel and Wendy Menzel who successfullydefendedtheirtitlefrom2023 CongratstoDavidSchmelzerandBethBlytheforcomingin2ndplaceintheAdivision andBlakeBlytheandHollySchmelzerforcomingin3rdplaceintheAdivision IntheBdivision,SaraandWhaynePorterwere crownedchampionswithMustafaandNoraAlsorogicomingin2ndplace Comingin3rdplaceintheBdivisionwereMohammedand StephanieAlsorogi Congratstoallofourparticipantswhocompetedinthe2024TurkeyBurnerMixedDoublestournament Looking forwardtoDecember,hereiswhatwehaveontapthismonth
TENNIS
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Wewillcontinuewithournormalprogrammingofclinics,fastfeeds,andleagues Wewilllooktoextendournewestclinicsinto December,theAdultBeginnerClinicandourTacticalDoublesclinics Wewillhaveashortenedmonthduetotheholidays,however, we will look to run our fast feeds throughout the holidays, allowing us to burn off those festive calories from all the delicious holidayfoodsanddrinks WewillbeofferingaJuniorWinterCampduringtheChristmas/NewYearbreak Ourcampswillconsistof two-daysessionsfrom12-2PMandwillincludefungamesanddrillsinbothtennisandpickleball.Thedatesoftherespectivecamps willbeDecember30thand31standJanuary2ndand3rd Children5-12willbedividedintoagegroups Formoreinformationonthe camps,pleasecontactTravisCurranattcurran@louisvilleboatclubcom ForfurtherupdatesonourDecembertennisactivities,please keepaneyeonourweeklyMessagefromtheDirectoremails
PICKLEBALL:
Thepickleballcourtswillbeverybusythismonthwithbetweenourclinics,leagues,andyear-endpickleballtournament.Wewill continue our Tactical Pickleball clinic throughout the month of December on Wednesdays from 5:00-6:00 PM This clinic is a beginnertointermediatelevelandwillteachyouthefundamentaltacticsofpickleball WewillalsobecontinuingourDinkand DrinkSaturdaypickleballleaguefrom2:00-4:00PM Thisisanintermediatetoadvancedleaguethatfeaturescompetitivepickleplay combined with cold beverages and socializing Our Men’s Monday Pickleball Ladder League is growing every week This league featuresplayerswithDUPRratingsof40andhigherduelingitouteveryweektoseewholeavesasKingoftheLadder Thisleague runs on Mondays from 7:30-9:30 PM Finally, at the end of the month, we will hold our 3rd Annual Paddles Up Tournament on December28thand29th ThistournamentwillfeatureMen’sandWomen’sDoublesdivisionsplayingonSaturday,December28th, andaMixedDoublesDivisiononDecember29th AlldivisionswillincludeAandBlevelplay Lunch,drinks,andawardswillbe included FormoreinformationonthePaddlesUptournamentortosignup,pleasescantheQRcodeonthePaddlesUpTournament Flyer
PLATFORMTENNIS:
Wewillbestartingthismonth,anopenplatformtennisplayonWednesdaynightsat6PM Thelightswillbeturnedonandthefire pitwillberoaringonWednesdaynightsaswewelcomeplayersofvariouslevelstocomeoutforafuneveningofopenPlatform Tennisplay
ThereisstilltimetosignupfortheLouCityPlatformTennisInterclubLeagueonTuesdaynightsfrom6-7:30PM Session2is$95 andstartsonJanuary7ththroughMarch11th.Tosignup,pleasescantheQRcodeontheflyershanginguparoundthecluboron LBC’ssocialmediasites
Let’shaveagreatDecemberonthecourtsnomatterwhatracquetorpaddleyoumaychoose Allthebest, TravisCurran
LBCDirectorofTennis,Pickleball,andPlatformTennis
Board of Directors
Michelle Black White – President
Henry Kelsey – Vice President & Membership
Chris Schaefer – CFO & Finance
Wayne Wilson – Secretary & River
Tom Campbell – Past President & Fitness
Kate Huff – Director, Swim
Marty McClelland – Director, Racquets & Bocce
Steve McCombs – Director, R I P
Tom Scovil – Director, House
Ginny Tyler – Director, Entertainment
Club Staff
General Manager - Sarah Russell ext 116
Assistant Manager, Director of Hospitality & Banquets
George Henry ext 111
Director of Finance & Human Resources
Jennifer Kaiser ext 114
Director of Paddle, Pickle & Tennis
Travis Curran ext 123
Housekeeping Supervisor - Connie Bates ext 122
Director of Facilities - Ken Goodlett
Executive Chef - Heber C Godsey IV ext 117
