Experience All the Amenities of A World Class Resort!
Victoria's first co-ed gym equipped with Paramount Fitness Equipment – the leaders in fitness technology boasting engineering excellence that offers accurate anatomical fit; large selection of free weights and plate loaded equipment; the latest technology in treadmills (incline & decline options); erg rowers; total body cross-trainers; stair climbers; plus, cardio theatre.
Our unique facility boasts:
- Completely self-contained ladies' only gym also appointed with Paramount Fitness Equipment new and innovative cardiovascular equipment; plus, cardio theatre.
- Fully-equipped Fitness Studio with a complete schedule of:
- Yoga
- Pilates classes
- Spinning sessions
- Bosu & Swiss ball programs
- Step & hi-low classes
- Body sculpting workouts
- 55+ Class
- "Cub Club"/Daycare services
- Rehabilitation Programs
- "Special Events" including educational sessions, health and wellness seminars, and Teen Nights
- Personal training
- Specialty programs for golf enthusiasts, runners, swimmers and triathletes
- Body composition testing and nutritional counseling
- Year round heated outdoor pool offering water aerobic classes
- Hot tub, sun bed and Infra-red sauna
- Locker & towel service
- Fresh juice bar
March Membership Bonus
Sign up now and receive 2 free months of membership at the Mountainside Athletic Club! Bonus months are applied to the first & last months of your contract.
Drop-In Rates
Adult: $15 (16 years of age and up)
Student: $12 (12-15 years of age)
Child: $8 (11 and under)
Family: $35 (2 adults living in the same home and their children living in the home)
Hours of Operation
Monday – Friday 6:00am – 10:00pm
Saturday & Sunday - 7:00am – 10:00pm
Health, fitness or relaxation; whatever your desire, you will find your perfect escape at the Mountainside Athletic Club.
Fitness Membership
March Membership Bonus
Sign up now and receive 2 free months of membership at the Mountainside Athletic Club! Bonus months are applied to the first & last months of your contract.
Rates
- Subscription Fees:
- Individual $50.00
- Family $100.00
- Monthly Dues:
- Individual $75.00
- Family $125.00 (based on two people)
Corporate Fitness is Working Out!
Corporate Fitness is a health service that helps businesses and individual workers attain one of the greatest gifts of all - that of good health. Personal gains, such as improved self-esteem and self-motivation, combined with measurable benefits will create tremendous advantages for both the employer and the employee. Studies have shown that companies that implement employee fitness programs employ happier, healthier and more productive workers.
The medical journal of Physician and Sports Medicine reports, on average, employees who participate regularly in corporate fitness programs lose 13% body fat; lower their blood pressure; increase their strength and aerobic capacity; and feel much better overall. Companies that implement employee fitness programs can expect reduced absenteeism; reduced employee turnover; increased productivity; and increased job satisfaction. A win-win situation!
The staff of the Mountainside Athletic Club at Bear Mountain would like to help you achieve a healthier, happier, more productive team through effective fitness at the best corporate rates. Our corporate price structure offers affordable fitness, gives your employees the opportunity to feel good about themselves, and in turn, be more productive at work.
Corporate Fitness Rate Structure*
- Corporate Subscription Fees* $100.00
- Monthly Dues: $52.50 per person
Take the steps towards a healthier bottom line.
*Corporate rates are based on a minimum of four employees registering for membership. To change an employee who is a registered member, a $50 fee will be charged.
Membership Inquiries
Mountainside Athletic Club : (250) 391-3758
Manager: (250) 391-3759
This month take part in one of the exciting activities happening at the MAC!
* Registered Program – Please see a front desk associate for more information
Class Descriptions
Spin & Strength
Spinning is perfect for the beginner or advanced fitness participant. You control your workout by increasing or decreasing the tension dial on your bike, making you the leader of your ride. Give it a try and cycle your way into shape!
Fitness Fusion
This 50 minute workout varies daily providing participants with the perfect fusion of strength, endurance and flexibility.
Pilates Fusion
This one hour class focuses on elongating your muscles through Pilates based exercises. You can achieve a stronger core, leaner muscles and decreased body fat from this power-packed workout!
Hatha Flow Yoga
In this class, you will be led through a series of postures, linking breath with movement, resulting in a calm mind and rejuvenated body.
Guts 'N Buts
The name says it all! 45-minutes of intense work focusing on those problem areas.
Body Sculpt
This 45 minute class focuses on sculpting all the muscles in your body. Spri tubing, body bar and bosu, will be used to challenge your muscles and give you that definition you are looking for!
Spin Interval
This class focuses on interval training. Be prepared for an awesome cardio vascular workout combined with sculpting in this multi-tasking class.
Aqua Fit
This 60-minute "cushioned" workout provides resistance for toning and defining muscles while improving cardiovascular benefit. If you're looking for a full body workout, complete with sun and fun, then aqua classes are for you!
55+ Workout
This 55+ workout consists of a warm-up, cardiovascular work, muscular strength and endurance, followed by a relaxation phase of stretching. This class provides the opportunity for camarderie with fellow fitness enthusiasts!
TGIF
Thank God it's Friday! This class is participant's choice – spin, yoga, strength, hike...you choose the class and we'll teach it!
Personal training can benefit everybody - from the individual who is considering fitness for the first time to the elite athlete looking to enhance performance. Everyone can benefit from personal training!
Working with a Personal Fitness Trainer, you can achieve your fitness goals - goals as modest as touching your toes again or as ambitious as preparing for a marathon. Each of us is unique; we all have different goals, ambitions and desires. A Personal Fitness Trainer can help you attain your aspirations - how? By listening to you and understanding your goals and personal time commitments.
Your personal trainer will:
- Assess your current level of fitness
- Listen to you and your goals and then;
- Devise a personal training program to achieve these goals in a safe environment, and;
- Continue to encourage and motivate you through creative and fun exercise programming
The benefits to personal training are many and varied. You can expect:
- Increased muscle mass and decreased fat mass
- Increased good cholesterol (HDL) and decreased bad cholesterol (LDL)
- Decreased blood pressure
- Increased bone density
- Increased energy levels
- Increased strength, endurance and flexibility
- Increased self-esteem!
Personal Training sessions can be booked by the hour or in a package:
- Introductory Rate: $25 for first session
- Hourly Rate: $50 per hour
- Four $180.00
Call the MAC at (250) 391-3758 to book your personal training session today!
Megan Shumka
Megan Shumka is a Personal Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor at the MAC. Fitness has always been a big part of Megan's life. As a student, she was a competitive dancer and went on to synchronized figure skating where she competed at the national level. The gym became an interest for Megan during high school where she began participating in fitness classes and got hooked; enjoying the movement and music much like her earlier interests.
Megan is certified with BCRPA as a Group Fitness Leader and Personal Trainer. She is a Canfitpro Mind Body Fitness Specialist and Pre & Post Natal Exercise Specialist. Her education includes a Certificate in Health & Fitness from Simon Fraser University. Most recently, Megan has completed her Yoga Teacher training with a RYT200 designation and is registered with the Yoga Alliance.
She has now been working in the industry for over ten years and can be found leading classes at the MAC such as low impact, step, yoga, body sculpting, spinning and aqua fit.
Outside of the MAC, Megan has completed the 56 km Great Lake Walk, participated in The Run for the Cure as well as the Canadian Cancer Society's Relay for Life...Fight Back!
Megan's passion definitely lies with her family. Her favourite thing in the whole wide world is spending time with her partner Mark and 6 year old son Evan. On her days off, Megan enjoys volunteering at Evan's school, working out (of course), cooking, movies and planning her next family trip.
Thom Constable
Thom has been with the MAC since its inception in November 2005 and is very committed to his personal health and fitness goals making him an excellent motivator and creative trainer to work with.
Thom's journey in the realm of fitness began twelve years ago, when he enrolled in a “Fitness 10” class as his Junior High School. In eight months, he went from a sloppy 135 lbs (“remember now, I’m quite short”), to a lean 125 lbs, and then up to a more muscular 150 lbs (Thom notes at this point he was 15 years old, and about 5’3” – 5’4”, so he is entitled to say ‘more muscular’). He went from saying, “because of my genetics, I’m only really good at sprinting”, to running 10 kms.
Thom knows what it takes to achieve your fitness goals; whatever they may be. If you want to achieve success (or increase your level of awesomeness), then you should come see Thom.
Thom’s certifications include; Russian Kettlebell Instructor (RKC); BCPRA Personal Trainer; Bachelor of Arts Degree in Philosophy, with Honours; and he is a Published Author in the area of Philosophy. Thom is currently completing his Bachelor of Education degree at the University of Victoria. Thom’s personal interests involve spending time with his family (especially his wife Tanya, son Tavish and daughter Mia); philosopgy; kettlebell training; weightlifting; hiking; and watching movies.
Read the March edition of the MAC newsletter here