The Fitness Compound is the brain child of a long time SCV resident and friend of mine Chuck Heacock.  Chuck has years of experience in both gym and MMA training facility management and sales.  (I mean really YEARS… as in remember when Jack LaLanne had a gym? Chuck was there.  He has also had a long time affiliation with Krav Maga and is very well connected in the MMA world (I’d be willing to bet he has Bass Rutten on speed dial. )  But enough about Chuck and more about the Fitness Compound.

There is MMA training to batting lessons, and so much to take advantage of while you are there. There are lots of different classes offered to make it easy to mix things up and not get bored with your exercise regimen.  The Fitness Compound is centrally located between Canyon Country and Valencia.  The extra 5 minute drive will be worth it!  They will have child care available as well as optional towel service and an incredible rock wall.

The following pictures probably don’t do the compound justice, but I just have to share them with all of you.

For starters, here is a HUGE octagon ring that consumes the far side of the gym. It’s really impressive as in your jaw will drop when you see it.  I think there is only one other place in the valley that has one and I don’t know where it is.  As you can see it’s right in front of the rock wall (Still under construction in this picture, but I’m sure it’s done by now.)
Boxing has proven to be such a great work out as well as a stress reliever.  If you like to box you will love the room full of heavy bags.  There are also some smaller speed bags toward the back that aren’t shown.

Maybe boxing isn’t your thing?  Maybe you like to get your calorie burn on in a class room?  Don’t worry.  The Fitness Compound offers classes like Zumba™, Spin, Yoga, MMA, and so much more.  Chuck has recruited some of the best instructors in the valley to kick your butt in to shape.

There is also a great training room with a fully padded floor.  If you’ve ever grappled on a wood floor, you will really appreciate this. The boxing dummy alone can give you a great work out.  Try carrying him across the room 10 times.

If you are like me, you will be really impressed when you walk in to the compound.  There is also your typical gym equipment like treadmills, elliptical, weights, etc.  Oh and the locker rooms have full showers and private steam rooms.

But seriously, who wants to waste time on a treadmill (unless of course you want to watch your favorite show on your own private TV) when you can push your body and test your limits suspension training.  Just try a hanging push up. Actually try 8-10 of them 3 times.

But wait, there’s more!

Batting Cages are upstairs and I think they are for instruction only.  We all know what a hotbed the SCV is for athletes.  Parents of baseball players spend endless hours at batting cages, hitting lessons, etc.  It’s too late for me, but I would have LOVED to be able to work out while my kid was getting a lesson from Jose Canseco or Pete Rose.  Yes, I said Jose Canseco or Pete Rose.  Jose and Pete are actually SCV residents and they will be spending a lot of time developing the swing of the next generation of baseball players that come out of this valley.

But wait, there’s more! Really.

Basketball Courts are also a part of this incredible building.  I’m not really sure if the courts will be used for league play of any kind, but for now they are open to shoot.

The Fitness Compound is located at 18655 Soledad Canyon Rd. (Kind of across the street from the movie theater.)  I don’t want to quote membership pricing because there are a few different memberships you can sign up for.  For more information, please contact The Fitness Center directly at 661-347-1111 or check out their website.

A have to also give a special shout out to Martin Morales of Diseno, LLC who led the interior design team.  The place was already AWESOME, but now color coordinated. Sounds like an easy task, but it’s not.

Anyway people, go check it out.  You won’t be disappointed.

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Forget the World Cup! Spain who? We have our own Futbol super stars right here in the SCV.  The Blue Heat will be representing Santa Clarita in their inaugural season while they compete in  one of the top levels with the most elite group of teams of United States Women’s soccer  when the play and host to the United Soccer Leagues’ Women’s Championship presented by Umbro on July 29th and 31st at Canyon High School.

The Blue Heat is made of of mostly )or maybe all) local girls that have played soccer in Santa Clarita for most of their lives.

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Zumba is a blend of salsa, merengue and a little hip hop.  The music is energizing and the routines are learned over about 5-6 classes, so don’t go to one then give up.

You can set the tone for your own work our and go slow or hit it hard.  You can burn between 500-800 calories in an hour Zumba class depending on how much you are pushing yourself.  You will see for yourself that a handful of ladies are “really” in to it and leave there dripping sweat as if they where just on “So You Think You can Dance”. Seriously, nothing wrong with that, I want to be just like them when I grow up.

Sooooo if you are looking to Zumba, stop by the Spectrum M,W,F for the 4:30 class.  Whear comfy shoes (or just socks).

Not a member? No problem, the Spectrum will give you a 1-3 day free trial if you ask.  Actually if you think of it, ask for Bill.  Tell him Barbara Boser sent you.   Hey seriously I could use a few referrals to get my membership fees down a bit.

See you there!!!

With the New Year rolling in, many of us will be making resolutions to lose weight right? I know I always do.  I recently converted from LA Fitness to Spectrum and LOVE it.  I know it IS more expensive.  Very true.  However, I think it’s worth it.  I think you really have to like where you work out in order to go there.  Here are my favorite things about Spectrum Health Clubs.

• Towels - They provide towel service with no limit on how many you can use.
• Cleanliness - There is always an employee there cleaning the equipment.  I can’t recall getting on a machine and realizing it was dirty.
• Staff - They are NICE.  All of them.  I am always greeted with a smile.
• Machines - There are LOTS.  It is VERY rare that I have to wait to use a machine.
• Private Classrooms – There are many classes and 3 rooms.  In the evening you can go and work out in one of the rooms alone if you want some privacy.
• Steam - I love that they offer a sauna AND a steam room.  The steam is so good for your skin.
• Locks - Most all of the lockers have locks attached.  All you have to do is change the code and put your stuff away.  No more worrying about bringing or buying locks.
• Locker Rooms – One word…CLEAN…there is often an employee cleaning.  The locker rooms are big and have private showers.  They also provide soap, shampoo, q-tips, hairspray and mouthwash. (Oh and all the towels you will need.)
• TVs – Almost all of the treadmills and elliptical machines have your own separate TV.  This (besides the towels) is my favorite thing.  No more having to read what you are watching.  Just bring your headphones.
• ZUMBA - There is a certified Zumba instructor and they offer 3 classes a week.

So there they are, my favorite things about Spectrum Health Club.  If you join, ask for Bill.  He is my favorite.  Please tell him Barbara Boser sent you and maybe I’ll get a referral bonus.

Spectrum is located across the Hyatt by the mall.  Still not sure?  You don’t have to take my word for it.  They will offer you a free work out to see if you like it.

When 
June 30th – July 23rd

Tue-Wed-Thurs

6:00-7:00 pm

Where
Canyon High School-Upper Field next to Softball Field
19300 W. Nadal
Canyon Country, Ca 91351

***Sessions will be capped at 40 participants

Cost
3 Day a week Training Tue-Wed-Thurs 
$145 for full-4 week training (12 workouts $12.09 per session) ***Best Value
$90 for half- First 2 week training (6 workouts $15.00 per session)
$90 for half- Second 2 week training (6 workouts $15.00 per session)
$50 a week/ Single week rate (3 workouts $16.66 per session)

D1 Giving Back
D1 Athletics will give back $10 per athlete for every athlete over 10 that sign up for the full 4 week training from one team. The donated money from D1 will go directly to that teams Division 1 fund.

**All payments are due in full at the first training. You will also need to complete this medical release.

Vikings were perfect in doubles winning all nine points including convincing wins of 6-0, 6-1, 6-1 from their number one team of Ronny Kimelman and Anders Jansson. Jr Macalutas and Matt Cheng won two sets 6-3, 7-5, while the team of John Schmidt and Danny Bingham also won two sets 6-3, 6-4. Alex Pick and Anthony Miao won one set 6-3 and Daniel Bogan and Rohan Shah won one set 6-4.

Vikings also dominated singles winning six of nine points. Number one singles player Tyler Gottshall swept, defeating Jason Ferlinato 6-2, Matt Kincaid 6-1, and Kevin Snovicky 6-0, Ben Inchalik won two sets defeating Jason Ferlianto 6-1 and Kevin Snovicky 6-2. Vikings Isaac Candib defeated Kevin Snovicky 6-2.

Canyon Country’s Matt Kincaid won two sets defeating Ben Inchalik 7-5 and Dalton Ullman 7-6(7-4).

Valencia’s number one singles player Tyler Gottshall won all three sets defeating Garrett Russikoff 6-3, Ben Williams 6-1 and Kevin Tran 6-0. Viking’s Ben Inchalik also swept in singles defeating Ben Williams 6-4, Garrett Russikoff 6-3 and Kevin Tran 6-1. Isaac Candib won two sets for Valencia, defeating Kevin Tran 6-0 and Ben Williams 6-3. Garrett Russikoff won one set for the Indians defeating Isaac Candib 6-0.

The Vikings lost just three doubles sets, the team of Ronny Kimelman and Anders Jansson defeated Hart’s Paul Orszag and Alex Prieto 6-2. Valencia’s double team of JR Macalutas and Matt Cheng won two sets defeating Joe Reyes and Greg Kurzhals 6-2 and Paul Orszag and Alex Prieto 6-0. The Vikings team of John Schmidt and David Latuno also won two sets defeating Paul Orszag and Alex Prieto 7-5 and the team of Austin Morgan and Kevin Tanner 6-4. Valencia’s team of Alex Pick and Matt Cheng defeated Austin Morgan and Kevin Tanner 6-2. Hart’s Joe Reyes and Greg Kurzhals won two sets for the Indians defeating Ronny Kimelman and Anders Jansson 6-3 and Daniel Bogan and Danny Bingham 6-0. Harts Austin Morgan and Kevin Tanner won one set defeating Rohan Shah and Anthony Miao 6-2.

The Vikings  record is 8-1 overall and 3-0 in conference.

Next up for the first place Vikings is the Centurions of Saugus this Thursday.

www.valenciatennis.com

Tyler Gottshall

Valencia’s Number one singles player Tyler Gottshall swept in singles defeating Jordan Hovis 7-6, Beau Martin 6-2, and Jason Wei 6-1, Beau Martin West Ranch’s number two singles player won two matches defeating Valencia’s Ben Inchalik 6-1, and Isaac Candib 6-2, Ben Inchalik from Valencia won two matches defeating Jordan Hovis 6-3 and Jason Wei 6-4.

In Doubles, Valencia’s Ronny Kimelman and Anders Jansson were dominating in doubles winning 6-1, 6-4. 6-3. Valencia’s number two doubles of Matt Chang and freshman JR Macalutas also swept 7-5, 7-6, 6-1, Valencia’s double team of John Schmidt and Danny Bingham defeated Jaewoo Chung and Patrick Fuertes 7-5. West Ranch doubles team of Julius Macalutas and Jeremy Ramirez defeated John Schmidt and Danny Bingham 6-4, and West Ranch third doubles team of Baron Von Kessler and Ali El Arabi won one set 7-6 over Rohan Shah and Danny Bingham.

The Vikings record is 7-1 overall and 2-0 in league.

www.valenciatennis.com

A few things for parents to remember while at the skate park: That thing by the stairs, you know the railing, well at a skate park it is an obstacle so don’t lean on it or stand by it.

The ledge, you know at the top of the bowl, not a place to put your stroller.

The steps around the park, not for your butt, don’t rest there.

This is likely one of the best skate parks in the country.  As a skater mom, I am so happy and grateful that the kids have this now.