Two weeks into this one month challenge and we have over 100 members signed up.  And we even have a few members with 18 turkeys already!! Members are working hard and taking classes to see if they will be the winner of $100 Wayside club cash!  Members have been packing the classes, especially the BONUS classes where they can earn. Read More

30 minutes is all it takes to get a stronger YOU! THE SCIENCE BEHIND LES MILLS GRIT There’s no disputing it. It’s scientifically proven that LES MILLS GRIT works. The HIIT training effect means you burn calories for hours after the workout, increase aerobic fitness, unleash fast-twitch muscle fibers and grow lean muscle tissue, burning fat. Grit is for everyone.. Read More

We’re 1 week into the fall fitness schedule, what do you think? We are proud to offer over 70 GroupEx classes weekly including cycle, water fitness, yoga, Zumba, Boxing, Boot Camp, LES MILLS™ BODYPUMP™, LES MILLS™ GRIT™, Yogalates, Step, Pilates and SO MUCH MORE! We love this article on the many benefits of Group Exercise Classes! Accountability: Half the battle is just. Read More

The second to last week of camp (Week 7) was all about wearing our war paint for an intense Davis Cup battle. The California Corgis (Team Kevin) versus The Kickapoo Kangaroos (Team Alesia). The Corgis celebrated their win with some fist pumps, high fives, and popsicles. Thankfully the Corgis were nice enough to share the popsicles with their fellow Kangaroos.. Read More

Summer is {sigh} almost over. We aren’t quite sure how September is less than 2 weeks away, but it is. This summer has been an absolute blast with so many firsts, like Thursday night Float Nights featuring FLAMINGO rentals, pizza night, lower guest fees, summer Fit Kids classes, new GroupEx class concepts etc., but last week was epic. This past. Read More

Did you know that Wayside offers training programs all year round for ages 10+? Check out these springs programs, sign up and get started on a healthier, stronger YOU! Athletic Performance Academy (ages 10–15) Training Fees: 1-day: $100 (member)  |  $150 (public) 2-days: $180 (member)  |  $240 (public) Can’t commit? Drop ins are always welcome! Drop-in fee: $30 SESSION: May. Read More

It’s technically Spring, even though it doesn’t quite feel like it yet. Tulips started peeking through by the entrance of the club so we’re hoping the weather warms up so we can see them in full bloom. Otherwise, the outdoor pool may open with snow still on the ground! Counting down the days til Summer 2017!   As always, Wayside is. Read More

Good question! Read below to get the answer from Wayside’s Personal Training Director, Paula Lambert. Many people go to the gym to “work out;” the typical scenario is that they do the same routine that they have been doing for the past 5+ years. This usually consists of a handful of exercises that they enjoy doing or occasionally incorporating a. Read More

  One of the most common questions I get as a US Masters Swimming (USMS) Coach for Wayside Athletic Club is that swimmers think they need to be advanced to be a Masters Swimmer. This isn’t the case. So, where did the term “Masters” come from? “Masters” was first used in track and field and was later adopted in adult. Read More

This year will be better than ever! The 2017 Pedal to End Cancer event is celebrating its 13th anniversary, and Wayside was one of the original six clubs to host the event. In 2016, Wayside Athletic Club was #2 in New England-our 35 participants raised over $26,000 for the American Cancer Society. We hope to once again reach our goal of $20,000. If we do,. Read More