Think about why you come to The Hills on any given day; to lift weights, go for a run, or just do whatever form of exercise is most appealing at the time! Regardless of your mode of activity or motivation for coming, chances are you come to the gym to improve or maintain your physical fitness and health. Physical health is vital to well-being, but there are also several other integral components that contribute to optimum wellness.  At The Hills, we strive to be a health club and wellness center that provides you with ample resources to obtain holistic well-being in all aspects of healthy living. It is our hope that you will take advantage of all we have to offer to enhance every part of your life. Following are a few ideas on how to improve various facets of health. The next time you are at The Hills, give one or several a try! Not only will you continue to grow physically stronger and more fit, you will achieve greater balance and well-being throughout your life!

Social: Think FUN!

• Take a group exercise class! This is a great way to make friends and bond with people who already share your love of exercise!
• Work out with a personal trainer! Personal trainers are dedicated to helping you and make working out a more interactive, social experience.

Mental: Think STRESS-RELIEF!

• Get a massage! Massages are a great way to release physical and mental stress. Take advantage of this in house service and you will feel relaxed and refreshed.
• Soak in the sauna or whirlpool. Let the heat relax your muscles and your mind. Use this time to congratulate yourself for a great work-out!

Spiritual: Think PERSONAL GROWTH!

• Go for a walk around the trail. Take this time to think, evaluate your life, or just clear your mind.
• Take advantage of all the natural beauty surrounding The Hills. Relax on the patio with a snack and take in the view or unwind with a journal or book.

However you choose to spend your time at The Hills, it is our hope that you will continue to make progress towards wellness in all areas of your life!

INDOOR POOL CLOSED
July 7th through July 27th.
We will be re plastering the pool
and making repairs on the equipment.

AQUAFITNESS CLASS
Will be held in the outdoor pool
T-W-TH 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
T-Th 5:40-6:40 p.m.

Please have your membership card with you each time you enter the gym, this will make the check in process quicker for you.  If you have a broken or lost card please let us know at the front desk and we will have a new card made for you that in most cases is ready on your next visit! 

The Hills Health Club and Wellness team is excited to introduce another addition to our network of Austin area gyms. Our newest branch, 300 W 6th , offers the convenience of a downtown location with the quality and performance consistently exemplified by our current locations. Our team will enhance this existing gym by implementing all the luxuriant amenities that patrons of The Hills have come to enjoy. From our convenient laundry service to our skillful staff, 300 W 6th will rise to the standards set by “Austin’s Best Gym.” As always, please call us at  (512)327-4881 for information on any of our locations or services!

KICKBOXING IS BACK!!! – Monday evenings 5:45-6:45pm
Kickboxing is a great high-impact way of exercises that will quickly get you in shape. Come ready to have some fun while working hard!

The Hills has a state-of-the-art Pilates studio with a full selection of equipment and a beautiful view of nature. Instructors teach authentic, classical, traditional Pilates, and stay true to The Method of Joseph Pilates. All Instructors are certified from one of the following nationally recognized Pilates Certification Programs: Romana, Power, and Peak.

Complimentary 30-minute Pilates sessions are offered to all Hills members who are new to Pilates!

Click here for complete Pilates information.

For more information, or to register for one or more of these classes contact Sara Kennedy via e-mail or by calling 327-4881, ext.330.

Wellness Infusion Tea now available in the Massage department.  Have a cup of healing hot tea anytime ~ just ask one of our therapists for assistance.

New Client Referral Program:When you receive a massage in our department, ask for a referral certificate for you to give to a friend who is not currently using our department.  That friend will receive half off of their first 1 hour massage, and you will get $20 off of your next massage! 

Check by the massage department for daily specials advertised on our new promotions board!

For more information about the Massage Therapists at The Hills and their specialties click here.

Therapist Bios
To read the bios of each Hills Massage Therapist describing their backgrounds and specialties click here

Youth Sports Performance Training is designed to fit the age-appropriate needs of athletes participating in power endurance sports such as soccer, lacrosse, tennis and more. Classes are broken into distinct age groups of 7-10, 11-13, and 14-18. Small ratios (minimum four maximum six) ensure more focus on each student. The cost for Hills members is $150 per participant per month or $175 for non-members. Our coaches are degreed, certified, experienced, and FUN! Classes are forming now. Times will depend on your needs. For more information, contact Head Coach Scott Curry at 786-6494 or via e-mail

The Hills Health Club & Wellness Center Youth Endurance Program includes swimming, cycling, running, and transitions to help prepare students for Triathlon events. Students receive expert coaching on techniques and training methods including written workouts, motivation and encouragement to help ensure that students will finish their events, have fun, and are injury-free. The Hills’ Youth Endurance Team participates in many Triathlon events state-wide. Workouts are Monday through Thursday from 4:30 to 5:30pm. Requirements for this program include the ability to swim freestyle, a minimum inseam of 27”, and the ability to run a quarter of a mile.

To register or for more information e-mail Jimmy Bynum or call 327-4881

When: Friday, July 18th, August  15th &  September 12th

Our evening of fun will include:
Activites! , Movie! Games!
& More
Ages: 2-12 years

Min. 8 children / Max. 15 children

Time: 6pm-10pm
Drop off and pick up will be in Child Care.

Rates
Member Cost: $40. first child/ $20. sibling

Snacks & Drinks included!

Sign ups must be made one week in advance.
Phone Adriana 512-329-8191 (Please leave name and phone#)
A courtesy call back will be made on the Tues. before the date you reserved.

*Members/Non-refundable deposit equal to half the flat rate per child will be charged to members account (Applied at the time of sign up)
*Late pick up after 10:00pm is $1.00 per minute.

Run group at the Hills is in full swing! If you want to learn to run, increase your pace, or go for a personal best time, this is the group or you. Walkers, runners, and triathletes are all welcome. A combination of speed, strength and endurance workouts are geared towards all levels. Come try your first workout for free. Contact Kurt Mitchell at jkurtmitchell@yahoo.com or Becca Sandahl at greenrb1@yahoo.com with any questions or to sign up. Registration is onoing and meeting times are Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:30-10:30am.

Keely Porter
Personal Trainer/ Intern
Keely graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology Health Promotion and Fitness.  She obtained her minor in clinical psychology and also has a background in pre-med and business. She believes her education has greatly prepared her to help you in becoming healthy and happy physically and mentally for holistic good health!

She has been doing personal training through the RecSports program at UT since January 2008 and has experience with clinical exercise testing. Her certification is through ACSM. She has also coached kids in a variety of sports from sailing to basketball. Keely has been an athlete for the majority of her life and hopes she can share her deep love for fitness and sports with you. Feeling healthy and vibrant from the foundation for an energetic, passion-filled life and will impact all aspects of your life.

Brette Baldwin
Intern
Brette grew up in Nebraska on Johnson Lake. She graduated from Fort Hays State University in Kansas with a  B.S. in Health and Human Performance with an emphasis in Health Promotion. She played tennis during the four years she was there. She is currently working on her Master’s in Sports Movement. Brette loves working out and playing all different kinds of sports.

Be a star and learn to dance! Raise your confidence, skills and fitness on the dance floor. Now is the time!

Styles of Dance: Salsa, Two-Step, Swing, Cha-Cha, Rumba, Waltz, Tango & Foxtrot
When: Sunday through Thursday afternoons
Price: $60 members, singles or couples for a 50-minute lesson.
Location: Group Fitness Room

Contact: Heather Billetter at (512) 799-2477 or hbilletter@gmail.com

Ballroom & Latin Dancing for youth!  Ages 7 to 18.  Classes are fun, high energy, develop coordination and respect, and introduce students to Ballroom and Latin Dancing.  Held in the aerobics room at the Hills.  Saturdays from 3-4pm(if there is enough interest we will divide the students by age adding a 2-3pm class)  Summer Semester is June 7 - August 9th and a show on the 10th of August at the Texas Womens Federation.  Focus will be Waltz and Rumba.  You can call #32-Dance (323-2623) or email us: info@dancein.org  or web: www.dancein.org  Fee is $120 per child per semester. 

Dancing with the Stars, no even better, you get to get up and dance yourself.  Ballroom & Latin dancing at the Hills....Yes right here in the areobics room you can take classes with Dance International.  These are adult classes that run on a monthly bases.  Classes are monday - friday evenings and prices are affordable.  Call #32-Dance(323-2623) e: info@dancein.org  or www.dancein.org

"One of the best things about running is that it is absolutely unnecessary."

-Karen Nichols

"The ability to achieve and sustain any goal lies within the implementation of the fundamental principles of mastery. The fundamental principles of mastery, at its root, are grounded in the ability to bring one's self wholeheartedly to the present, thus making the actual work, the goal."
 
-Matthew Tanner