Anniversary Party & Member Appreciation a SMASH!

Thanks to everyone who attended our Anniversary Party and Member Appreciation Night on May 27th to celebrate 9 years of ownership by Doug & Robin Robertson and 36 years for the Club! With about 80 Members here, Matthew Iwersen had a good time arranging the round robin tennis event for many to enjoy. Ginny Spooner gave away lots of prizes Members spun the wheel to win - Tic tacs, gift certificates, socks, water bottles and some big prizes too. Scott Young finished up his cycling class in time to join the fun. Good food, great company, and a lovely evening. Thank you all!

Ski to Sea Triumph!

The Bellingham Tennis Club "You Got Served" 2009 Ski to Sea team had a terrific time on what had to be one of the most beautiful Ski to Sea days ever! Everyone met their personal goals on their legs and the team finished 158th overall (out of 411 teams) and 6th in the Whatcom County Mixed division. Nicole said she got to ski behind the guy in a speedo and suspenders (who turned out to be Robin's neighbor)and Robin (her first time ever in the canoe)was especially proud that she and Ginny stayed upright the entire 18 miles with only two encounters with shrubbery and one unintended beaching.

Here's our team:
X-C Ski: Nichole Connor
Downhill Ski: Meilani Obra
Running: Bailey Shewchuk
Road Bike: Doug Robertson
Canoe: Ginny Spooner & Robin Robertson
Mt. Bike: Scott Young
Kayak: Mary Rawlins

Indoor Cycling

Cycling can be for anyone, is easy on the knees, burns loads of calories and YOU always determine how hard you work. We offer 14 Lemond RevMaster spinning bikes with SPD clipless pedals as well as cages for athletic shoes. Or you may bring your own bike to use on one of our 7 trainers. All classes are a terrific introduction to indoor cycling for anyone at all ability levels to increase your cardio capacity and leg strength. Learn about pedaling technique and focus on building power, speed, and endurance.

The BTC 2009 SKI-to-Sea Team is complete!

Cross Country Skier: Nicole Connor
Downhill Skier: Meilani Obra
Runner: Bailey Shewchuk
Road Bike: Doug Robertson
Canoe: Robin Robertson / Ginny Spooner
Mountain Bike: Scott Young
Kayak: Mary Rawlins

March of the Moles Benefit Ride Congratulates Avery West!

Congratulations to Avery West who won our Kona Africa Bike as part of the March of the Moles raffle to benefit the Kona Bike Town Africa Program. The bike was donated by Kona and is the same bike that is sent to Africa (currently in Uganda)for health care workers to use in transporting HIV/AIDS medications to patients.

We had about 50 cyclists who joined in a 21 mile ride on what turned out to be the most gorgeous day in March! The ride had challenging hills, lots of food at our rest stops, and beautiful scenery. Thanks to everyone who participated! We look forward to a bigger ride next year.

Special thanks to the sponsoring groups that helped make this event happen: Jack's Bicycle Center, Kona Bikes, Mt. Baker Bicycle Club, EveryBody Bike, and Fairhaven Bicycle Racing Team. You are awesome!

Ski to Sea Cycling Prep FREE FIRST CLASS

If you are looking for a great cycling training program for the Ski to Sea Race...or because you want to get in shape for any other reason, the Ski to Sea Cycling Prep class is for you! This week, the first class of the 8-week series is FREE for you to try it out. Space is limited, so you must call to reserve your bike. Classes start Monday 3/30 & Wednesday 4/1 at 6:45pm. Please arrive 15 minutes early to complete some forms and set up for your bike.

Classes will focus on pedal stroke efficiency, cadence, heart rate, and intervals and drills to improve your strength and endurance.

BICYCLE SAFETY CLASS AT BTC

Bicycle Safety Class by "Everybody Bike"
Sunday, 8 - 9am at the Club ~ only $5!
This is a great class for those who are not comfortable riding a bike on the road with traffic. Learn how to ride safely and make yourself seen by cars.
Please call the Club to register so we know how many are coming.