Kids Zone Hours:
Monday-Friday 8:30AM-12:00PM
Monday-Thursday 4:30PM-8:00PM
Friday 6:00PM-7:00PM
Saturday 8:00AM-1:00PM
Sunday 9:00AM-1:00PM
Youth Gym mirrors Kids Zone evening and weekend hours.

Member Services Manager
Mark Milani
mmilani@merrittclubs.com

Merritt Athletic Clubs Eldersburg offers a state-of-the-art fitness facility designed for comfort and enjoyment for the whole family! Features include: An extensive line-up of brand new equipment including free weights, state-of-the-art strength machines, large cardio center, cycle and group exercise studios. We also offer programs designed to help make fitness a part of your life: "worry-free" workouts for parents and our new "Kids' Park and Nursery".

merritt eldersburg programs and services

Merritt Athletic Clubs Eldersburg Family Fun Pool

The Family Fun Pool is closed for the winter months. Indoor pools are still open and will remain open all winter long!

For more information, please contact Kathy Gilbert.
Phone: 410-549-8855
E-mail: kgilbert@merrittclubs.com

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Spring into a New You at Merritt Athletic Clubs
Merritt Athletic Clubs Biggest Loser Program Lose the weight without losing your lifestyle! Lose weight, improve your self esteem, and decrease stress - all without breaking the bank! Join our 12-week Biggest Loser Program which includes: 24 group personal training sessions, 2 group exercise classes per week, monthly weigh-ins, 3 nutritional seminars/healthy lifestyles, coaching and support, and 3 group challenges. Members $370. Non-members $670.

February 22 through May 14

For more information, please contact Terry Howard
Phone: 410-549-8855
E-mail: thoward@merrittclubs.com

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Sports Performance Conditioning at Merritt Eldersburg
This speed and agility program is dsigned to instruct athletes in proper sprint technique, agility development, and overall athleticism. Sports Performance Conditioning is a great way to get in shape and improve conditioning for the upcoming season. Athletes of all experience levels are welcome. Members $200 for 8-weeks (16 sessions). Non-Members $250. **For an additional $100, an 8-week resistance training program will be provided for high school athletes only.**

Through February 25, 2010
5:30PM-6:30PM in the gymnasium, days TBD

For more information or to register, please contact Leigh Nielsen, CSCS
Phone: 410-549-8855
E-mail: lnielsen@merrittclubs.com

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XRKade at Merritt Eldersburg
XRKade is now at Merritt Eldersburg! XRKade was developed by a group of gamers and fitness enthusiasts with a goal of making games and physical activity more fun.

Did you know:

Eight out of 10 users choose active gaming over traditional exercise.
83% of households with children have one or more gaming console.
92% of kids ages 2-17 have access to video games on a daily basis.
Boredom is reported as one of the top reasons why people stop working out.

Children (and adults!) ages 7 and up will be thrilled and challenged both mentally and physically with the lastest gaming technology. Virtual cycle, Dance Dance Revolution, snow boarding, the motavatrix, and much more will challenge endurance and competitiveness.

Open Monday-Thursday 5:00PM-8:00PM
Friday 5:00PM-7:30PM
Saturday and Sunday from 9:00AM-1:00PM
If Carroll County Schools are closed, the XRKade will be open 9:00AM-12:00PM

For more information, please contact Darnella Thomas.
Phone: 410-549-8855
E-mail: dathomas@merrittclubs.com

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100 Miles in 2010 at Merritt Athletic Clubs Eldersburg
We’re challenging you to swim 100 miles in 2010! Swimmers will receive a 100 Miles Club swim cap after signing up. Swimmers who complete their laps throughout the 2010 calendar year will receive a 100 Miles t-shirt at the completion of the 100 miles. One mile in the Eldersburg pool is 72 lengths of the pool. Have the lifeguard sign off on your completed laps after swimming. This is a FREE program and is open to Merritt members only. Sign up is easy! Download 100 Miles Registration Form and bring it into the club!

For more information, please contact Kathy Gilbert.
Phone: 410-549-8855
E-mail: kgilbert@merrittclubs.com

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Merritt Eldersburg Programs to Get You in Shape!
Express ABS This is a quick 30 minute kick butt ABS class. Certified Personal Trainer Kristi Jenness will teach you creative and innovative moves to help you tone a tight 6-pack fast! $10 per class or $30 per month (4 classes).

Mondays 6:00PM-6:30PM
Tuesdays 12:00PM-12:30PM

Bootcamp with Joan This class runs 45-60 minutes wiht an empasis on cardio, plyometrics, strength, core, and balance. Class content will change weekly. Bootcamp Philosophy: Your body will become more fit and toned and you will gain more confidence making a dramatic improvement in your physical well-being. The bootcamp program includes exercises designed to firm your butt and thighs, flatten your stomach, reduce body fat, and increase stamina. By losing fat and gaining muscle, you will lose inches and gain strength while looking and feeling better. You will also meet great people who share the same vision of striving to reach their goals for a healthier mind and body. $10 per class. Joan is an ACE Certified Personal Trainer with over 20 years experience in health and fitness.

Wednesdays from 9:30AM-10:30AM

Self Defense Course for all Levels with Master Dan Hyson This course will give practical information that may save your life. It will give you confidence and open your eyes to potentially dangerous situations that we may face every day. For ages 14-adult.

Classes are ongoing.

For more information or to register for any of the above programs, please contact Terry Howard.
Phone: 410-549-8855
E-mail: thoward@merrittclubs.com

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Teen Girl Fit at Merritt Eldersburg
This hour-long class will give girls ages 11-16 the tools they need to tone, lose weight, and improve self esteem. Exercise, healthy tips, and nutrition will all be included. $10 per class or $110 for all 6 weeks.

Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30PM-6:30PM

For more information or to register, please contact Stephanie Carrigo.
Phone: 410-549-8855
E-mail: scarrigo@merrittclubs.com

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Junior Fitness Certification at Merritt Eldersburg
Designed for children between the ages of 12-15. The purpose of the program is to teach basic aerobic and resistance training principles and address proper exercise etiquette. Sessions consist of both classroom and hands-on training that will get kids ready to be on the fitness floor and cardio equipment. Safety, nutrition, how to use equipment properly, and just some of the topics covered in this comprehensive course. Once the Junior Fitness Certification is completed, participants will be certified to use all the equipment in the club (excluding free weights) and will be allowed to workout without a parent present.

Saturdays 9:00AM-10:00AM beginning February 20, 2010

For more information, please contact Terry Howard.

Phone: 410-549-8855
E-mail: thoward@merrittclubs.com

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Merritt Eldersburg Tang Soo Do
Tang Soo Do is a traditional Korean martial art that strengthens practitioners' mind, body, and spirit. Master Hyson has been training in Tang Soo Do for 15 years and teaching for over 10 years, developing flexibility, power, stamina, strength, and self-control in all his students. Eldersburg Tang Soo Do is part of the Pan-Am Tang Soo Do Federation under the direction of Chong Su Kim from York, PA.

Mondays: Beginners - White-Green 6:15PM-7:00PM, Advanced - Brown-Black 7:00PM-8:00PM
Tuesdays and Thursdays
Grasshopper Class (5-7 year olds) - 6:00PM-7:00PM
8-13 year olds - 7:00PM-8:00PM
14+ years of age - 8:00PM-9:00PM

For more information, to register, or to schedule a trial lesson or private lessons, please contact Master Dan Hyson
Phone: 410-581-4800
E-mail: dhyson@merrittclubs.com

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Merritt Eldersburg Children's Programs
Fun and Fit Kidz Sports can help children learn and develop new skills, including coordination, communication, and fine and gross motor skills. Fit and Fun Kidz is a great way to help your child, ages 3-5, learn and have fun while encouraging them to create healthy habits like exercise and fitness. This 6-week class will focus on two weeks each of soccer, basketball, and t-ball. The instructor will enhance your child's understanding of dribbling, shooting in the goal, kicking, passing, throwing, batting, and running bases. In addition, we will have discussions about healthy eating habits and nutrition.

Open enrollment throughout session.
Thursdsays 9:30AM-10:30AM. Members $60. Non-Members $85.

Kids Zone Inner Artist Join the fun in the Kids Zone! Each child, ages 3-5, will create their own abstract painting using different painting techniques. No experience necessary, just a desire to create and have fun. Sign up today and see what your child can create!

Mondays from 9:30AM-11:30AM

Wee Sports Does your child need a place to burn off energy? Wee Sport is a one hour program that will do just that! Games include tag, red light green light, bean bags, balls, etc. Wee Sport will allow your child to burn energy in a safe environment while learning foundations like playing with others, taking turns, and having FUN! For children ages 3-5. Member cost $40, non-members $80.

Next session runs February 1 through February 22..
Tuesdays from 9:15AM-10:15AM

Fun with Phonics Whether or not your child is enrolled in a pre-school program, this program will help them with their numbers, letter sounds, and letter recognition. Class is open to members and non-members and runs through December 15.

Mondays and Tuesdays from 9:15AM-10:30AM

Story Crafters Story Crafters provides classes that take the basics of a music and movement class and adds an academic element by having children experience themes using a multi-sensory approach. We encourage the children to engage in songs, finger play, instruments, appropriate developmental motor skills, and social play. Each class will be based on a story that the children can act out and will be followed by a craft. Story Crafters provides a unique experience for each individual child to learn and grow in a fun-filled environment. Program is for children ages 3-5. Members $80. Non-Members $120.

February 4 through March 11.
Class meets Tuesdays from 10:00AM-11:00AM

Pre-K Gymnastics Pre-school ages 3 1/2-5 years old. Basic gymnastics including positions, form, tumbling, and introduction to gymnastics equipment. Join at any time. Cost pro-rated. Members $80, non-members $120.

Mondays 5:00PM-5:45PM
Thursdays 10:15AM-11:00AM

Young Beginner Gymnastics Ages 6 and up. Basic gymnastics including positions, form, flexibility, and introduction to gymnastics equipment. Join at any time. Cost pro-rated. Members $90, non-members $130.

Mondays 5:45PM-6:30PM

Tumbling Strength training, flexibility and tumbling, focusing on cartwheels, round-offs,back bends, and handsprings. Ideal for cheerleaders!

Ages 7-9 meet Wednesdays from 5:00PM-5:45PM
Ages 10 and up meet Wednesdays 5:45PM-6:30PM

Tumble Bears Gymnastics For toddlers 18 months to 36 months and a parent or caregiver. Provides a wide variety of opportunities for your child to develop social skills, physical abilities, language skills, and self esteem. Parents also have a wonderful opportunity to spend some special one-on-one time with their little ones in a stimulating and nurturing environment.

Class meets Thursdays from 9:30AM-10:15AM

For more information or to register, please contact Darnella Thomas.
Phone: 410-549-8855
E-mail: dathomas@merrittclubs.com

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Merritt Athletic Clubs Dance Academy
Winter Dance Session Join us for a wide variety of weekly dance classes including Ballet, Modern Dance, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Introduction to Dance, and Musical Theater. Registration is now open. Open to members and non-members, ages 2 through adult. Classes take place Monday through Saturday. Registration is still being accepted for the Merritt Dance Academy. Please see class schedule or contact Sharon Cassatt for specific class times and registration information.

Merritt Masterpiece Art Studio Encourages participation from all interested students regardless of their background or prior knowledge. The program emphasizes individual expression while teaching new skills, ideas, and techniques to students ages 3-12. The over all curriculum focuses on art production, criticism, appreciation, aesthetics, expression, and history. At the end of the session, an exhibit will be held so parents and friends may view artwork created by the students.Members $70. Non-Members $85.

Irish Dance Workshop Join us to learn basic Irish Step Dancing. Receive instruction on traditional Irish dance moves and learn basic steps to Irish music. Two classes (ages 6-10 and 11-adult). Ages 6-10 meet 1:00PM-2:00PM, ages 11+ meet from 2:00PM-3:00PM. Members $30. Non-Members $40. March 6, 13, 20, and 27.

For more information or to register, please contact Sharon Cassatt
Phone: 410-549-8855 x118
E-mail: mdaeld@merrittclubs.com

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Racquetball Leagues at Merritt Eldersburg
Racquetball League League open to all levels, from beginners to advanced players. League play runs for approximately 10-12 weeks, depending on the number of participants. Open to Merritt Athletic Clubs members only. Cost $25.

For more information or to register, please contact Diane Wolf
Phone: 410-549-8855
E-mail: dwolf@merrittclubs.com

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Merritt Eldersburg Aquatics Programs
SCUBA Classes Forming Now! Consider SCUBA diving if you are comfortable being in the water; you are in good physical health; your idea of a vacation doesn't include tour buses; or you like seeing new things and meeting new friends. Undersea Outfitters offers small class sizes, learning at your own comfortable pace, inspiration about the passion of diving. To register for SCUBA classes or for more details, call Undersea Outfitters at 410-517-4999.

Youth Stroke Club This club is for advanced swimmers ages 6 and up. It will refine participants' existing swimming skills, allowing them to develop more advanced techniques. Focus is on speed, endurance, and racing techniques. To qualify for this club, swimmers must have knowledge and basic skills in all four strokes, must be able to swim freestyle and backstroke for 50 yeards, and be able to perform at Red Cross Level IV and above. Members $56 once a week, $94 twice a week. Non-Members $70 once a week, $113 twice a week.

Mondays 5:45PM-7:00PM and/or Wednesdays 6:45PM-8:00PM
Mondays Session #1 runs through March 1
Mondays Session #2 begins March 8 and runs through April 26
Wednesdays Session #1 runs through March 3
Wednesdays Session #2 begins March 10 and runs through April 28

Adult Stroke Club Club is designed to develop the swimming techniques of adults ages 16 and up. Stroke club provides basic stroke drills designed to enhance lap swimming. Participants will gain a solid knowledge of the four strokes and build endurance. To qualify for Stroke Mechanics, swimmers must be able to swim Freestyle for 25 yards and Backstroke for 25 yards..

Thursdays from 7:45PM-8:45PM

Youth Stroke Mechanics Designed to develop the swimming techniques of children ages 6 and up. Provides basic stroke drills and introduce kids to lap swimming. Participants will gain a solid knowledge of the four strokes and build their endurance. This is the more basic, beginner-level stroke club. More advanced swimmers can enroll in our Stroke Club or our Swim Team. To qualify for Stroke Mechanics, swimmers must be able to swim Freestyle for 25 yards and Backstroke for 25 yards (2 pool lengths). Swimmers must also be able to perform at Red Cross Level III and above.

Thursdays from 6:00PM-7:00PM
Session #1 - January 14, 21, 28, February 4, 11, 18, 25, March 4
Session #2 - March 11, 18, 25, April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Merritt Athletic Swimming-Year Round Swim Team Merritt Athletic Swimming is a year round swim team that has grown to two practice locations - Towson and Eldersburg. The locations combine with over 100 swimmers. This is a competitive swim team program that is year round and offers five competitive levels in which to compete. Practices work on improving stroke form, endurance, and speed of swimmers. Practice times vary according to level. Download brochure and registration form.

Swim team practices Tuesday 5:30PM-7:00PM
Wednesday 5:15PM-6:45PM, Friday 5:30PM-7:00PM

Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR, and First Aid Certification Course. Must be 15 or older. This is a fee-based course that requires advance registration.

Pool Parties Book your child's birthday party or sports group party at the pool! We offer basic invitations and provide games and activities for your guests. Parties can be themed, basic, or even SCUBA! If you'd like a party for children under 6 years of age, you may also contact the Kids Zone for a party that consists of one hour of pool time followed by an hour at the Kids Zone.

Times available: Friday 6:00PM-8:00PM, Saturday 1:00PM-3:00PM or 3:30PM-5:30PM, Sunday 12:30PM-2:30PM

Pool Toy Glow Swim For ages 8-13. Blast off on our NEW pool toy, the ROCKET ship, for an hour...then out go the lights and on go the glow necklaces for an hour of glow swim. Members $8.00, Non-Members $10.00. Parents may sign in child(ren), leave and then return at 10:00PM for pick up. Snacks available and for sale.

For more information on any of these swim programs, please call Kathy Gilbert
Phone: 410-549-8855
E-mail: kgilbert@merrittclubs.com

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Massage Therapy
Indulge yourself in a relaxing massage. Massage Therapists Sandra Placide and Andrea Thornton. Please call the club to set your appointment or to inquire about current massage specials and rates.

Swedish Massage A general relaxation massage, which allows the body to go into deep relaxation where rest and rejuvenation take place.

Deep Tissue For muscle tension relief and breaking up of adhesions and metabolic waste products caused by exercise, injuries, and stress.

Myofascial Release For chronic holding patterns. This is slow work and the intention is to stretch the fascia that surrounds the muscles.

Sports Massage Working with athletes to keep muscles flushed from lactic acid and metabolic waste producs trapped in the tissue from training. Reduces muscle soreness and adhesions so the athlete can maintain their training schedule.

Pregnancy Massage Designed especially for women who are either pregnant or post partum. As a woman's body goes through many physical and hormonal changes, the massasge therapist brings comfort and relief.

For more information or to book your appointment, please contact Diane Wolf.
Phone: 410-549-8855
E-mail: dwolf@merrittclubs.com

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Diet To Go
Your nutrition solution is "Diet To Go". We'll cook the food, you'll lose the weight!! This program is open to the public...you do not have to be a member to participate.

For more information, please contact the club
Phone: 410-549-8855
Website: www.diettogo.com

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Group Personal Training at Merritt Eldersburg
Have you and your friends ever wanted to participate in a supervised and structured training program? With Group Personal Training, our personal trainers will design and coach you through a workout designed specifically for your goals and needs.

For more information or to register, please contact Stephanie Carrigo
Phone: 410-549-8855
E-mail: scarrigo@merrittclubs.com

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Adult Volleyball
Play volleyball in the gymnasium with coaches Bill and Kristen Wilson. In order to participate, you must be able to pass, set, and hit most plays with consistency, have skills beyond the casual beginner level, have knowledge of each position and be able to play each position safely.

Sunday afternoons 2:30PM-4:30PM for skilled and experienced players

Members play free of charge. Non-members $15.

For more information or to register, please contact Terry Howard
Phone: 410-549-8855
E-mail: thoward@merrittclubs.com

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Merritt Eldersburg Kids Zone Events
Children's Birthday Parties Parents, have your child's next birthday here at Merritt! Multiple themes to choose from. Parties are booked on weekends at varying times. Just relax, and we'll entertain your guests.

Kool Dude Karate Party Bring your friends to watch your party coordinator break boards! If the birthday chiild can pass the test, they too can break boards with Master Dan. Learn Karate skills to impress and defend. There will also be a Karate demonstration before the party ends. Party includes invitations, set up and clean up, party coordinator to lead activities, 2 hour party for 14 children with the birthday child at no charge, party favor (Karate headband). Members $225. Non-Members $275.

Plaster Painting Party Bring your friends and let them pick a plaster item of their choice. Then, let imaginations take over as they paint and finish their project! Party includes invitations, set up and clean up, party coordinator to lead activities, 2 hour party for 14 children with the birthday child at no charge, art supplies (paint and brushes), and the plaster piece as a party favor. Members $225. Non-Members $275.

Parent's Nite Out Parents, leave your child(ren) with us and have a night out! We will be making a craft for the children to take home and will watch a G-Rated movie. Pizza and drinks included. Second Friday of each month. Reservations must be made by the Wednesday prior to the night out. Member cost $20 for one child, $5 for each additional child. 5:30PM-8:30PM. No diapers or accessories are available. Please bring supplies if your child is not potty trained!

Friday, February 12, 2010 from 5:30PM-8:30PM

For more information, please contact Darnella Thomas
Phone: 410-549-8855
E-mail: dathomas@merrittclubs.com

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ActivTrax
A program as individualized as YOU! ActivTrax is a custom, computer generated workout program that targets total body fitness - to include muscle toning and weight loss as well as increase strength, cardiovascular ability and energy level. Each time you complete a workout, those results determine your body's current abilities and calculates your potential for the next workout.

For more information, please contact Stephanie Carrigo
Phone: 410-549-8855
E-mail: scarrigo@merrittclubs.com

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