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Message from John Reilly MANAGING DIRECTOR

Dear Members, As we welcome the arrival of October, I’d like to take a moment to reflect on a wonderful September at Garden of the Gods Resort and Club. With our ice cream social and trivia events, we love seeing the participation from all of you enjoying special moments at our Club. We were also delighted by the success of our newly introduced New Member Mingle! These gatherings are a terrific way to bring members together, foster new connections, and strengthen the sense of community that makes our Club so special. We look forward to continuing these opportunities throughout the year. As we transition into the beauty of fall, there is still plenty to look forward to. We are excited to celebrate Oktoberfest, welcome some members to our Llama Halloween Happy Hour, and continue our Member Socials throughout the winter season. While the seasons may change, our commitment to creating meaningful experiences and memorable moments for our members remains constant. Thank you for being such an important part of our community. We look forward to sharing another month at the club with you.

Be Well,

John Reilly Managing Director

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Membership Events 4 Painterly, Pastel Compositions with Barbara Diamond Friday, October 2nd | 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM The View at Kissing Camels Adults & Guests $65++ Per Person

Join us as we layer wet/ dry, blended, and smudged colors of various gorgeous textural pastels. Learn how to gesture markings as well. Finish up with a fabulous composition. Click to RSVP

Trivia

October 9th & 30th | 6:00PM at KC Grille Gather your smartest friends, grab a drink, and get ready for an evening of friendly competition at Trivia Night at Kissing Camels Bar & Grille! Test your knowledge on everything from pop culture and history to music and sports while enjoying our full menu of food and drinks. Teams can be of any size, and prizes will be awarded to the top scoring teams. Whether you’re a trivia pro or just in it for laughs, it’s the perfect way to spend a fun, social night at the Club. Book a Table

Oktoberfest at Kissing Camels

Saturday, October 17th | 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Kissing Camels Golf Course Members $20++ | Guest $35++ | 6-12 years old $10++ Join us for an afternoon of Oktoberfest, fun for the whole family! Enjoy an Oktoberfestinspired featured menu, festive beverages, and live music from WireWood Station on the main stage. Gather your family and friends to enjoy various activities, a pumpkin patch and yard games for all ages! Festive Oktoberfest outfits are welcome! The event will be held at the lower portion of the Driving Range. Please enter via the cart path located toward the end of the parking lot. Signage will be posted to help guide you to the event. Restrooms are located further away in the clubhouse, so please plan accordingly. Come raise a stein, enjoy great food, music, and celebrate the season with your fellow Club Members at Oktoberfest at Kissing Camels! Click to RSVP

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Membership Events 4 October Member Mingle

Tuesday, October 20th | 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM The View and Kissing Camels Grille 20++ Per Person Join us for the October Member Mingle to enjoy old friends and meet new ones! We will feature fresh, fun gourmet food stations created by our own very talented chefs. Registration and Doors opens at 5:00 pm Appetizers and cash bar will be available throughout the evening. Come by any time! “We need old friends to help us grow old and new friends to help us stay young.” Reservations are limited. Registrations cancelled fewer than 3 days prior to the event will be charged a $20 fee. Click to RSVP

Llama Halloween Happy Hour

Saturday, October 31st | 4:00 PM - 7:30 PM Rocks Lounge & Bar You are invited to join us on October 31st Halloween Happy Hour in Rocks Lounge, featuring a festive grown-up trick-or-treat experience with llamas, alongside exclusive Halloween-inspired cocktails, mocktails, and seasonal appetizers. 4 pm to 6 pm on October 31, pre-registeration required to mingle and feed the llamas while savoring a spirited afternoon of elevated treats, breathtaking views, and memorable moments. Llama visitation/ Halloween Happy Hour is open to overnight guests and members only. Registration required to feed/visit the llamas (must supply confirmation number or member number). Click to Register

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Membership Events 4 Camel Trot 2026 Registration

Thanksgiving Day, November 26th | 8:00 AM Start Join us Thanksgiving morning for our annual Camel Trot! Bring the whole family and join us for a fun, festive morning starting at 8:00 AM. We highly recommend early registration to avoid long lines on the morning of the trot. Enjoy warm beverages, snacks, and a special 7:50 AM warm-up led by our Fitness team before we get started! T-shirts will be provided to registered participants, with sizes selected during registration. All participants are required to fill out the form. To guarantee your shirt is available when you arrive, t-shirt orders must be submitted by end of day October 10th. Please be sure to register by the deadline and select the correct shirt size. Each participant must complete or sign the Camel Trot waiver during registration. Please make sure to add each participating member to your registration and complete a waiver for each person. Guests may complete and sign the waiver when they arrive on Thanksgiving morning. Members will also receive a drink ticket with registration, good for a Bloody Mary or Mimosa. We look forward to seeing you bright and early for a festive Thanksgiving morning!

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Membership Updates 4 Introducing Your Membership Contacts We know how important it is to receive a quick response when you have a question or need assistance. Our Membership Team has been working diligently to streamline communication and ensure your questions get to the right person as quickly as possible. To help us better serve you, we’ve created dedicated email addresses for specific needs. Please see below for the appropriate contacts: Membership@gardenofthegodsresort.com For membership cards, membership status changes, and general membership account updates. MemberConcierge@gardenofthegodsresort.com For dinner reservations, room reservations, private member events, event questions, property hours of operation, and guest passes. MemberFeedback@gardenofthegodsresort.com We want to hear from you! Please use this email to share feedback, suggestions, or comments about your member experience. AR@gardenofthegodsresort.com | (719) 329-6910 For membership billing and account-related questions. We look forward to connecting with you and continuing to provide an exceptional member experience!

Member Referral Program Share the Club with Friends & Family! Love being a member of Garden of the Gods Resort and Club? Refer your friends and family and enjoy great referral benefits and discounts when they join! Be sure your referral specifies your name when joining so you receive credit for the referral. Offers and incentives vary by membership category. It’s a great time to share the Club with someone you know! See Referral Info

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Celebrating 75 Years of o MEMORIES ON THE MESA

Did You Know? All of these pictures were taken from 1974-1975 when the reflection pool was the primary pool on property for gathering, sipping cocktails, and admiring the beautiful location that is Garden of the Gods Resort and Club. A special thanks to Wayne Uhrman for sharing these amazing pictures with us!

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Share Your Memories With Us Email us at marketing@gardenofthegodsresort.com to potentially be featured in future 2026 Newsletters with your story!

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S I P of the M O N T H :

MARZEN LAGER

Join us in any of our dining rooms during the month of Oktoberfest and enjoy the rich, aromatic, and crisp Oktoberfest Marzen Lager made by Red Leg Brewing for only $6.

TASTE OF THE MONTH

Lamb Burger Come in to Kissing Camels Grille and enjoy a fresh take on our Lamb Burger. Featuring a beautifully seared Lamb patty, fresh arugula and a wonderful contrast of sharp bleu cheese with a refreshing blueberry-mint jam. $28 Watch the creation of this dish

Live Music Laura Rupejko will be playing Saturdays from 6-9pm in Rocks 1 0 October 2026

KC Brunch of the Month Hash Brown Skillet with Chorizo | $26 Carnitas, Bacon, Green Chiles, Cotija Cheese, Avocado Crema

Book a Table

Thanksgiving in Grand View November 26 | Grand View | 11:00AM - 3:00 PM | $120++ for Adults | $39++ for Children (6-12 y.o.) | Call 719.329.6901 for Reservations Join us in Grand View Dining Room from 11am - 3pm for a Plentiful Thanksgiving Buffet. Seatings will be held every hour. A Bottomless Bloody Mary and Mimosa Bar will be available for an additional $30 per person. Regular dinner service will occur from 5:30PM to 9:00PM with a featured Turkey Dinner Plate for $42.

Thanksgiving in Kissing Camels

Thanksgiving Buffet Menu

November 26 | KC Grille | All Day | Call 719.329.6904 for Reservations Kissing Camels will offer regular a la carte menus all day along with a featured Thanksgiving Plate for $35 as well as a dessert bar for $15 per person.

Thanksgiving in Rocks Lounge November 26 | Rocks Lounge | All Day Rocks will offer our regular a la carte menus all day for breakfast lunch and dinner from 7am-10pm.

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Fun for All o K I D S C L U B & R E C R E AT I O N

Kids Club Info: HOURS OF OPERATION: Sunday - Monday Closed Tuesday-Saturday 9am - 1pm & 5pm - 8 pm

Hours can be flexible if needed. Specific times need to submit 48hrs prior to day of through the portal note section or through my email address. recreation@gardenofthegodsresort.com Registration is required for booking.

Kids Club Weekly Activities See Member Portal for Scheduling of Activities Free Play; Included every day Tuesday & Thursday | Paint Workshop Let your creativity shine! Kids can create their own masterpieces using stencils, paint, and their imagination. Each child is encouraged to make their artwork uniquely their own. Wednesday | Craft Workshop Get creative with a variety of fun supplies! Each week features a new craft that kids can make and personalize using pipe cleaners, stickers, colored paper, popsicle sticks, and individual craft kits. Friday | STEM & Science Explore, build, experiment, and discover! Activities may include age-appropriate science experiments, building challenges, puzzles, planting projects, and fun obstacle courses. Saturday | Adventure & Game Play Kids can participate in a variety of games and activities designed to keep them moving, thinking, and having fun. Activities may include team games, scavenger hunts, board games, building challenges, and relay races.

After School Homework Help Tuesday through Friday 3:00PM - 5:00PM Homework, reading, arts, group help. With the first hour complimentary, children are welcome to stay at kids club for the evening activities as well! Register for Homework Help

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SHOPPING

New Arrivals Shop our new arrivals in Lilac Boutique and the golf shop.

LILAC BOUTIQUE Daily 9AM-7PM KISSING CAMELS GOLF SHOP Daily 8AM-6PM SPA & SALON BOUTIQUE SUN-MON 9AM-5PM | TUES-SAT 9AM-7PM

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75th Logo Items C O M I N G SOO N

Shop Limited Edition 75th Anniversary Merchandise and choose from blankets, bags, shirts and more! Shop 75th Anniversary Products

ENRICHING BY NATURE 2013-2026 “Our standard of excellence is rooted in a servant’s heart; we lead with humility, prioritize the needs and dignity of each person, and measure success by the well-being and growth of those we serve.” JUDY MACKEY AND BRENDA SMITH

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BECOMING A LEGACY

75th Historical Book

An Introduc tion In 2026, as the Garden of the Gods Resort and Club celebrates its 75th Anniversary, the nation is commemorating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, and Colorado is celebrating its 150th anniversary of statehood. What a year! On the 75th Anniversary of the Garden of the Gods Resort and Club, we owe a debt of gratitude to

members of the Hill Family for their continued trust and encouragement as we honor the history and legacy of the club – while looking to the future and building an inclusive destination of discovery for all who seek its magnetic charms.

Where everyone and everything is enriched by nature.

Pre-Order 75th Book

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Golf News 4

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OF OPERATION GOLF SHOP Daily | 7:30am - 6:00pm GOLF COURSE Mon-Sun | 8:30am – 6:30pm PRACTICE RANGE Mon & Thurs| 8:00am – 5:30pm (range closes early for clean picking)

Tues, Wed, Fri-Sun | 8:00am – 6:00pm SHORT GAME AREA Daily | 8:00am – 6:30pm On Saturday, October 17th the practice range will be CLOSED all day for the member Fall Festival/Octoberfest. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to this member event. Due to the potential for frost delays in October, starting times will begin at 8:30am for the entire month. Please call the Golf Shop prior to tee off for updated course conditions and/ or delays. If there are course delays, the professional staff will send notifications via Jonas to those on the tee sheet for the day. The restrooms at The Mirage will remain open throughout the winter months.

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Sunday, November 1st we will transition to an 18-hole course. This transition has worked well over the past few years, and we hope to keep one 18-hole rotation open throughout the winter season. Along with our 18-hole course rotation throughout the winter months, the restrooms at The Mirage will remain open for your convenience. As we move towards winter and drier conditions, we ask that you respect our request(s) when asked to consolidate golf carts. We recommend that a maximum of 2 carts per foursome be used. We appreciate your consideration as we try to keep our course in the best condition possible through the winter/spring months. GOLF COURSE MAINTENANCE TIPS Please remember to fill divots with the sand/seed provided on your golf carts. The golf course will show out much better as we move into winter and most importantly in the Spring. Please repair your ball mark and 1-2 others when on the putting surface. Leave it better than you found it. You will be amazed at how much better the greens will roll! GOLF COURSE DRESS CODE Please make sure you are dressed appropriately when using the golf course and practice range. If you are in doubt about your attire, please ask a member of the Professional Staff for assistance.

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Upcoming Golf Events for October Thursday, 1st Friday, 2nd Saturday, 3rd Saturday, 10th Sunday, 11th Saturday, 17th Monday, 19th

PPTA Field Day Fall Classic Invitational – Day 1 Fall Classic Invitational – Day 2 COPGA Junior Invitational - Day 1 COPGA Junior Invitational - Day 2 Fall Festival/ Oktoberfest CO Avid Golfer Scratch Society Outing

9:00am SG PM TT AM TT AM Double Tee Start AM Double Tee Start RANGE CLOSED ALL DAY 10:00am SG (West/South)

Men's & Ladies' Golf Association Events: October - MGA playdays every Wednesday at 9:00am Tee Times October - KLCGA playdays every Thursday at 9:00am & 9:30am Tee Times

Kissing Camels is proud to once again host the 2026 Mizuno Colorado PGA Junior Invitational on Saturday & Sunday, October 10-11. This is the season ending event of the Colorado PGA Junior Cup series. Invitation only. We are thrilled to host the top 60 boys and girls in the Colorado Section. Starting times will begin at 9:30am on North/West Saturday and at the same time on Sunday off West/South (weather permitting). We are in need of member volunteers to marshal, honorary start, spot, and shuttle players from the range to their respective tee boxes. Should you have any interest in volunteering, please email Rich Parker, Director of Golf at rparker@ gardenofthegodsresort.com. If you can please indicate which day(s) work best for you, that would help us assign volunteer responsibilities. Your involvement was greatly appreciated by the Kissing Camels Professional Staff and Colorado PGA Section in 2024, and we look forward to another successful invitational this year.

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Wilson Sale! Month of October

Join us at the tennis pro shop for 25% off Wilson Sneakers, 25% off Wilson Pickleball Paddles (2026), and 50% off Wilson Pickleball Paddles (2025)!

Fall Pickleball Program Open Play Friendly, organized play designed for all skill levels to compete together. Schedule • August 31st-December 18th • Mondays & Thursdays: 8:30–10:00 a.m. • Tuesdays: 5:30–7:00 p.m. • Freebie Fridays: 5:30–7:00 p.m. Registration & Fees • Open to all levels. • Maximum of 20 players per session. • Must sign up through member central. • Outdoor Open Play through Friday, October 2 and is free of charge; however, members are required to bring there own balls • Beginning Monday, October 5, Open Play moves indoors and a $5 fee applies. • All Friday Open Play sessions remain free of charge. Play Format • Games are played to 11, win by 1. • Recreational Courts: If more than 3 players are paddled up, all 4 players rotate off after one game. If 2 or fewer players are paddled up, the winners stay, split up, and partner with the new player(s) entering. • Challenge Courts: The winning team stays on; the losing team • Players that are waiting can choose to paddle up for recreational or challenge court. Court Designations • 16 or more players: 2 recreational courts and 2 challenge courts. • 12-15 players: 2 recreational courts and 1 challenge court. • 8-11 players: 1 recreational court and 1 challenge court. • 4-7 players: 1 recreational court

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Top Gun Advanced Pickleball Wednesdays | 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM | September 2nd- December 16th, 2026

Take your pickleball game to the next level with Michael Manning and our outstanding team of coaches in the Top Gun Advanced Pickleball! Designed for advanced players seeking high-level competition, this exciting league features fast-paced match play and a competitive ladder format. Each week, players will compete to move up the ladder--if you finish on the top court, you'll start on the top court the following week, where you'll battle to defend your position against the club's best players. Whether you're preparing for tournaments or simply looking for elite-level competition, Top Gun is the place to elevate your game. Registration is required through the member portal. Click Here to Register

House of Horrors- Halloween Pickleball Round Robin October 23rd | 6:00PM - 8:00PM | M&M Tennis Center

This exclusive halloween pickleball event involves costume play, contest, and themed fun— including an award for best costume by member vote! Festive drinks (alcoholic and nonalcoholic) and creepy crawly food included in registration. Registration is required through member portal. 20 players maximum. Click Here to Register

Dear Members, As we transition into the fall season, we wanted to let you know that we will begin winterizing our outdoor tennis and pickleball courts throughout the month of October. As part of this process, our team will be: Rolling up and securing the windscreens Removing water from the courts. Preparing the facilities to protect the courts and equipment during the winter months These steps are necessary to help preserve the quality and longevity of our equipment for our outdoor courts and ensure they are ready for play when the warmer weather returns. We appreciate your understanding and support as we complete this seasonal maintenance. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to the Racquet Sports team.

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Women's Health, Personalized A N E W C O N V E R S AT I O N A B O U T W O M E N ' S H E A LT H As we continue our focus on Women’s Health, one thing is clear: no two women experience changes in hormones, metabolism or aging in quite the same way. From hormones and metabolic health to nutrition, sleep, movement and bone health, understanding the whole picture can lead to more meaningful, personalized care. Explore Dr. Candice Lynch’s approach to personalized women’s wellness—and discover how Strata Med can provide ongoing, whole-person support tailored to you.

The Perimenopause Power 5 For women in the Perimenopause stage of life, understanding how your body is changing is the first step. The next is giving it what it needs. During perimenopause, intentional choices around nutrition, movement and recovery can help support muscle, bone, metabolism, energy and overall well-being. Alison Hochler, Certified Health & Nutrition Coach, shares five foundational practices to help you navigate this transition with strength and confidence. 1. Prioritize Protein Support muscle, bone health, metabolism and healthy appetite regulation. 2. Pack in Plants Nourish your body with colorful, nutrient-rich fruits and vegetables, along with plenty of fiber. 3. Practice Strength Training Build strength, support bone health and maintain the muscle your body needs for healthy aging. 4. Protect Your Bones Support long-term bone health with adequate protein, calcium, vitamin D and weight-bearing movement. 5. Prioritize Sleep Create the foundation for better energy, mood, recovery and overall well-being. Explore Alison’s five tips and other advice for women’s health at every stage. Navigating Women's Health

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Lunch &Learn W O M E N ' S H E A LT H , R E I M A G I N E D | O C T 2 9 T H Join Strata Med for a special Lunch & Learn exploring the unique health needs of women through every stage of life. From hormones and metabolism to muscle, bone and joint health, discover a more personalized approach to feeling strong, healthy and well today, and for years to come. You’ll hear from Dr. Jennifer Habashy and other Strata Clinicians and Logan Scott, Strata Fit Trainer on the whole picture of women’s health, and enjoy a cooking demo and delicious lunch prepared by Executive Chef Adam Pineda. Thursday, October 29, 2026 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM Three Graces Ballroom Garden of the Gods Club and Resort Reserve your seat by emailing events@stratawell.com. Scan QR Code for more information & registration details

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Strata Spa & Salon o OCTOBER SPECIALS

Salon: New Fall Service Enhancements! HONEY CHAI MANI UPGRADE | $15 Cozy up for fall with our Honey Chai Manicure Upgrade featuring FarmHouse Fresh Honey Chai Steeped Milk Lotion. Notes of creamy coconut, honey, clove, and organic cardamom nourish dry skin while leaving hands soft, hydrated, and wrapped in the warm scents of autumn. HONEY HEEL GLAZE ADD-ON | $25 Give dry heels the extra attention they deserve with this indulgent FarmHouse Fresh treatment, designed to moisturize and restore rough skin. Featuring honey and skinloving botanicals, this glaze helps softens callused heels while locking in hydration for long-lasting smoothness and comfort. Your purchase saves animals! See How!

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PUMPKIN PEDI UPGRADE | $25 Immerse yourself in the scents of autumn with a seasonal blend of pumpkin spice exfoliation, hydration, and nourishment. This cozy autumn treatment gently exfoliates, deeply nourishes, and replenishes dry skin, leaving feet soft, smooth, and hydrated. Finished with warm notes of honey, clove, and cardamom, it's the perfect seasonal escape for silky-soft skin. Available all month long. Click Here to Book an Appointment.

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FALL INTO RADIANCE

Reveal smoother, firmer, and healthier-looking skin with our Warm Spice Mud Wrap. Fresh ocean seaweed and purifying peat are combined to create a mineral-rich treatment packed with antioxidants that help detoxify, tone, and revitalize the skin. This cozy wrap delivers both relaxation and visible results. • Detoxifies and nourishes • Firms and tones skin • Rich in antioxidants and minerals • Perfect for an autumn refresh A seasonal favorite for guests seeking relaxation, renewal, and a radiant fall glow. Enjoy 10% off all October. Book an Appointment.

Beauty Spotlight

Vitamin C Illuminating Booster Add-On Give your facial an instant radiance upgrade with this results-driven treatment designed to revive tired, dull, and lackluster skin. Your booster includes: •

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HOURS OF OPERATION

SUN-MON 9am - 5pm TUES-SAT 9am - 7pm HOLIDAY HOURS

November 25th: 9am-5pm Thanksgiving Day: Closed Christmas Eve: 9am-3pm Christmas Day: Closed New Years Eve: 9m-5pm New Years Day: 9am-7pm

Brightening Vitamin C Peel - gently exfoliates to reveal a smoother, more luminous complexion while helping refresh dull-looking skin. Hydrating Vitamin C Sheet Mask - infuses the skin with nourishing antioxidants and hydration to visibly brighten and restore a healthy glow. HydroPeptide Syner-C Serum - this advanced Vitamin C serum helps boost radiance, support skin vitality, and leaves your complexion looking refreshed and rejuvenated.

Add the Vitamin C Illuminating Booster to any facial for just $35 and experience brighter, more luminous skin from the very first treatment.

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Strata Fitness Center o OCTOBER FITNESS

October Fitness Challenge: Stress Less, Move More As schedules become busier this time of year, regular movement can be one of the most effective tools for managing stress, improving mood, and maintaining energy levels. This month's challenge is designed to help you make movement a consistent part of your wellness routine. Challenge Goal: Complete 20 days of intentional movement during October. Qualifying activities may include: • Strength Training • Walking or hiking • Yoga • Swimming • Group Fitness classes • Stretching or mobility sessions Track your progress on the Fitness Challenge Board throughout the month. The goal isn't to train harder. It's to create opportunities to move, recharge, and support both your physical and mental well-being. PRIZE DRAWING: MEMBERS WHO COMPLETE THE CHALLENGE WILL BE ENTERED INTO A DRAWING FOR A CURATED VUORI PRIZE PACK FROM OUR RETAIL SHOP. REFRESH YOUR WORKOUT WARDROBE WITH PREMIUM PERFORMANCE APPAREL DESIGNED FOR COMFORT, MOVEMENT, AND EVERYDAY WEAR.

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FIT Exercise and Stress: A Powerful Partnership As the year begins to wind down and schedules become increasingly busy, it's not unusual to feel the effects of added stress. While many people think of exercise primarily as a way to improve physical fitness, regular movement is also one of the most effective tools for supporting mental and emotional well-being. When we exercise, our bodies release endorphins, natural chemicals that help improve mood and reduce feelings of stress and tension. Physical activity can also provide a healthy outlet for daily pressures, allowing both the body and mind an opportunity to reset. Regular exercise may help: • Improve mood and energy levels • Reduce stress and tension • Support better sleep quality • Increase focus and mental clarity • Build resilience during demanding periods

October Group Class Fitness Calendar

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The good news is that you don't need an intense workout to experience these benefits. A walk, a group fitness class, a strength training session, or a yoga practice can all have a positive impact. As you participate in this month's Stress Less, Move More Challenge, remember that every workout supports more than your physical health. Consistent movement can help you manage stress, boost energy, and maintain a greater sense of balance throughout your day.

Looking for a fun and effective way to move, strengthen, stretch, and improve your balance without getting down on the floor? Join Ellen Rome for a 90-minute wellness workshop designed to help you build strength, improve mobility, increase flexibility, and enhance balance using the support of a chair. Appropriate for all fitness levels, this engaging session combines functional strength exercises, gentle stretching, mobility work, balance training, and mindful movement to support everyday activities and overall well-being. Modifications will be offered throughout, and the workshop will conclude with relaxation techniques to leave you feeling refreshed, confident, and energized. Click Here to RSVP

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Welcome New Members Mr. and Mrs. Gareth and Jennifer Withe

Premier Golf Ms. Karen Travis

Sports Mr. Jerry Lewis and Ms. Patricia Coffey

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