TCA
all the goings-on at TCA
IN FORM
AUGUST 2013
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HIP HOP AND FLEX ARE ROCKING THE HOUSE!
Our brand new classes end up tag-teaming for the coveted “Biggest Debut Ever” award at TCA
When we introduced TCA Hip Hop Fitness on 30 July,
we were amazed at how many cool cats rocked along
to support Jay and Lissy - 40 people! That was a TCA
Group Training Class debut record. Then, what do you
know, 50 came along the very next week to the brand
new TCA Flex (stretch class) on 05 August. Amazing.
Thanks for supporting these two awesome new
classes. Check out the schedule for Hip Hop & Flex,
plus all other classes on the web, at this URL:
www.tcayourgym.co.nz. Yeehaa!
You’ll have noticed that we’re gradually working
through a few spruce-up jobs. As time (and money)
allows, we’re progressively upgrading the bathrooms,
installing new signage, and repainting. We also have
plans over the next few months around equipment
upgrades in some key areas (starting with, for example,
the warm-up bikes), so keep an eye out for those.
Bear with us as we work through the changes; rest
assured, there’ll be some cool stuff happening! And we
love to hear your suggestions & positive feedback, so
keep that coming!
HOW ARE THE RENOS GOING?
MEMBERSHIP RATE REVIEW
On 01 August, we made some changes to the
classes & workout equipment during an 80-hour
membership rates at TCA. Says Ant: “We spent
week. But we really have focused on
a huge amount of time on this process, and we
ensuring we keep our rate options as low
did a lot of benchmarking of our rate
as possible”, says Arna. What this
NOTE: If you’re
structures. We also needed to make some
an existing member means is that once your existing
changes in how our various rate structures
membership expires, the best way to
who usually pays up- be a continuing member at TCA is to
work together, in order to make it fairer on
front, we’ll waive the rejoin for 12 months at $15 per week.
everyone”.
With over 20 group training classes a
fee for you to move
The overwhelming conclusion from this
week,
a fully-equipped gym, saunas,
to Direct Debit
process was that we needed to ensure that
tailored
workout training programs and
the popular weekly direct debit payment for
new
stuff
happening
all the time, now has
returning members was kept as low as possible.
never
been
a
better
time
to continue as a TCA
“The business’ service has increased over the years to
member.
the point where we now offer a broad range of fitness
NIKKI’S WORKOUT NOTES: WEIGHT LOSS/SKINNY JEANS
Hi fab TCA-ers! Here are a couple of things to keep in mind as you workout with TCA!
# 1: DID YOU KNOW? When weight loss is based on
diet alone, 30-35% of the loss isn’t even fat - it’s lean
muscle tissue.
# 2: For the ladies: There are no shortcuts. CARDIO +
HEALTHY EATING + STRENGTH TRAINING =
“SKINNY JEANS”.
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IN SHORT - TOWELS / CLEANING / THE TEAM/FREEZES...
TOWELS: Towels are to help stop
your sweat transferring to the gear
The usage of a towel at a gym is not
simply for you to mop your brow when you get
a bit sweaty. Laying out a towel on all
stationary equipment - benches, stationary
seats, and even the floor - before you sit, lie
down, lean, or lounge - helps to promote
sanitary conditions. Consequently, the towel
needs to be of a reasonable size - hand-towels
are not really going to do the trick. If you go
into any gym that cares about the health of its
members, you’re going to see the same
requirement. We’ve got some brand new
awesome red TCA towels to hire for only $2, so
ask for one of those if you’ve forgotten. Thx!
PROMOTING THE CLEAN: Using the
cleaning stations
Cleaning cloths and bottles of cleaning
product are placed throughout the gym, and
they are there for you to wipe down any
equipment that you may have sweated on. We
really appreciate your help with sanitation.
expert. Read Bros. Hammer Hardware
super-woman.
• Fiona Webster - Excels in Bootcamp &
Beginners Mummas Club creativity, and
champions everything “TCA”.
• Bernadine Willing - Helps out in the
smooth running of TCA Your Gym. Topclass ideas-woman and TCA supporter.
• Naomi Chase - Zumba & ZumbAtomic
supreme instructor (read our feature on Nom
below!).
• Jay Palu & Callista Young - Groovetastic movers and creators of the smash
TCA Hip Hop Fitness.
The TCA team expands
The TCA team is growing all the time, so
we thought we’d give you a quick summary of
who’s who:
• Arna Rohrlach - Co-owner of the TCA
empire, designer of many wicked group
training classes, and a proud mum.
Husband Kyle is also doing a lot behind the
scenes to help move things forward.
• Ant Gibson - Co-owner of the TCA
empire, and also runs TCA Consulting,
focusing on business process & technology.
Considers Group Training as the holy grail of
fun and energy. Hobbyist in design, and a
throwaway-pop-music nut.
• Nikki Jamieson - One of TCA Your
Gym’s cornerstones. Mumma’s Club
creator, and supreme supporter of people’s
workout goals. Loves every challenge.
• Mallory Hodgson - TCA Your Gym’s
other cornerstone. TCA Flex powerhouse,
and designer of workout programs that will
change your exercise life.
• Anna Juby - Nautropath, Walker, Gold
instructor, busy mum, TCA champion.
• Jocelyn Read - Another Walker, Gold
instructor, Kettler, and low-impact aerobics
Membership Freezes
A membership freeze is a great way to
suspend your membership if you’re going to be
away for an extended period, or if you’re
having an operation, etc. You get one free
freeze per membership year (thereafter each
freeze carries a charge of $25), and the total
freeze period for the year can be up to 3
months. Keep this option in mind - it’s a great
tool for you to use to make your membership
work in with your lifestyle.
10 THINGS YOU DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT: NOM CHASE
We all know that our Zumba-tastic Nom is da bom, but here’s 10 things you didn’t know!
1. When was the last time you laughed out loud?
Oh man. At work today about 11.30am when it finally dawned
on me why I’d been feeling a little strange all morning. I’d
forgotten to wear a particular piece of undergarment.
Shimmy? Not likely.
2. Would you skydive if you were offered a free jump?
ABSOLUTELY YES! When and where, I’ll be there!
3. What band or artist is your current iPod favourite?
Lol at the moment ‘Naughty Boy’.
4. Mountain hideaway or beach house?
Beach House.
5. Favourite sport to watch?
Anything but Cricket.
6. Scary movies or happy endings?
Happy endings of course, life is scary enough don’t you think?
7. What do you love most about your work at TCA?
People, people, people! All the dedicated and motivated
people I get to see working hard along with the TCA team.
You are all in the right place at the right time moving with real
intent. You are an inspirational bunch and a phenomenal
force to be reckoned with. Keep up the great work everyone!
8. How did you get your name?
Naomi after my Aitutaki/Tahitian grandmother.
9. What's your favourite piece of clothing?
I loooove my stripes!
10. What's the nicest thing anyone ever said to you?
Not too long ago the phone rings:
Me: Hello.
Caller: Is your mum or dad there?
Me: Nope (are you for real?)
Caller: When will they be back?
Me: Ah, about 8 (yeah, hubby should be back by then).
Caller: Okay, I’ll ring back later.
Me: Bahahahaha!
NEXT EDITION: JAY PALU
TCA MAKES THE WAIKATO TIMES
One of our fantastic members, Les
Allison, wrote in to the Waikato Times
to recommend us for their “Are You
Being Served?” segment (check out a
copy of the article on the counter in the
gym, or on Facebook). We were
hugely flattered and extremely
honoured to be nominated. “It’s so nice
to be told we are doing a great job”,
Arna told Waikato Times’ Deborah
Sloan. Thanks Les! And thanks to all
of our members who give us such
positive feedback - we love hearing
from you!
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