Merritt Clubs

Check out Baltimore's first Women's Squash Week group at Canton 🎉 Thank you to these enthusiastic women who attended our event yesterday!

Looking to try Squash? Reserve a court at our Canton location at the Welcome Desk or call 410.563.0225.

Thank you to everyone who attended LM SPRINT Initial Certification with Master Presenter Cesar Vasquez! We left well-informed, cycled-out and definitely, friends! Next time, don't miss your chance to become a part of the Les Mills International Instructor Community.

Les Mills Master Presenter Cesar Vasquez had us give our all in BODYCOMBAT this past Friday at Merritt Clubs Downtown on the basketball court! Thank you to those who attended 🎉

Challenge yourself and bring a friend to White Marsh to work through the “10 out of 10” Pop up Bootcamp on Saturday, September 30 at 7AM! A 60-minute circuit, HIIT, functional training camp that will challenge all skill levels — many exercise options and coached by our Trainer Jacob. You will be given a workout that pushes you to show you where your new levels are.

This bootcamp will take place in the Unleash Studio.
Free for Members | $15 for Non-Members

For more information, please contact Derek McClendon at [email protected] or call 410.773.9007.

Today marks the start of National Hispanic Heritage Month. We celebrate the history, contributions and culture of our wonderful Hispanic American staff and members in the Merritt family.

Power has been restored at the Cranbrook club. Thank you for your patience.

Our Cranbrook club has limited power. Cardio equipment is down but the strength training equipment are all still available. BGE is working to resolve the issue as soon as possible. We will update you with any changes.

Come Join Certified Health and Wellness Coach, Alison Jones at Eldersburg September 26 from 10am–12pm as she digs deep into the world of STRESS and how to manage it.

We all know that the pressures of everyday life can make us feel tense, but do you know how your body reacts to stress?
From weight gain to lack of motivation for even the simplest tasks, your stress level can affect you physically, mentally, and
emotionally. Stress in the workplace often leads to tension, reduced productivity, burnout, frustration, lower levels of
engagement, and even turnover. Learn the science behind how your body handles stress and real-life actions you can
take every day to improve the way you manage your stress at work and at home.

$10 per person (free to Merritt Clubs Community Connection Partners!)
Sign up through Eventbrite!

Stress Management in the Workplace Come Join Certified Health and Wellness Coach, Alison Jones as she digs deep into the world of STRESS and how to manage it!

Join Merritt Clubs Canton for a Swim Tips session to improve your stroke and technique. Our swim coach, Lily, will run a complimentary session to help you get the most out of your aquatic workout. The session will include stroke feedback, an introduction of drills, and workout ideas. No pre-registration is required. Coach Lily will meet you on the lap pool deck. The session runs for 45 minutes.

Sessions:
Tuesday, September 19 | 7:30 – 8:15pm
Monday, October 16 | 6:30 – 7:15pm
Wednesday, November 8 | 5:30 – 6:15pm

About Coach Lily:
» Two-time Ironman – 70.3 Finisher
» Competitive swimmer for 10+ years
» Ocean rescue training
» Experienced open water swimmer

For more information, please contact Maureen Kogut at [email protected].

Introducing our Wellness Fall Package! 🍂🌻🍁🎃

Sign up today to get a FREE 30-minute wellness consultation followed by four 45-minute sessions with a Certified Health and Wellness Coach.

🌻 Set fitness goals and be held accountable
🌻 Learn new ways to focus on healthier eating
🌻 Find ways to make self-care a non-negotiable part of your everyday routine
🌻 Plan, organize and learn ways to actually enjoy your busy life
🌻 Receive a virtual copy of your very own “Fall Back In Love with You” guide with tips to really de-stress, at home to do list on reducing injury and improving muscle recovery from our Licensed Massage Therapist, Regina Prevosto, healthy summer snacks and more.

For more information about how you can schedule your first appointment, please email Maria Miller at [email protected].

Are you ready for some football!! 🏈💪 Join trainer Adam at Towson Thursday, Spetember 21 at 6pm for this FREE training, which will include combined workouts that the pros do. Prizes for top scores. Train like the pros. All levels and ages are welcome.

For more information, please contact Adam D’Angelo at [email protected].

Join us at Eldersburg for our first annual Fall Fest October 28 from 10:30am–12:30pm! 🍂🌻🍁🎃 There will be food, vendors, fun activities like mini pumpkin painting, and more! Free to join for all ages, please register through the app.

For more information, contact Melisa at [email protected].

Are you ready to inspire people to change their lives with LES MILLS BODYJAM? Whether you're just starting your journey, looking to hone your skills, or exploring new strategies to help people unleash their full potential, BODYJAM Initial Training will help you take the next step in your teaching career!

Join us at White Marsh Saturday, September 30 from 9am–5pm and Sunday, October 1 from 9am–3pm
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: September 15 – open for registration on Les Mills Connect!

https://ow.ly/GgUn50PJuGe

Join us at White Marsh every Wednesday at 5:30pm for Kids Yoga! Ages 6 – 10 and complimentary for members!

Stress has no age restriction! Yoga is a great way to de-stress and increase flexibility. During this class, children will learn the basics of yoga as well as meditation.

Contact Dianne Frager at 410.773.9007 or [email protected].

Join us at Eldersburg Friday, September 15 from 6–7:30pm as we celebrate National Dance Day with a dance party for all ages! 💃 After the party, join us for lite refreshments in the lobby! Beer, Wine, & Seltzers are available for purchase. Bring a friend!

For more information, contact [email protected].

Join Yoga Instructor and Certified Health Coach, Danielle Sands-Damon, to celebrate the Fall Equinox with a afternoon of 108 Sun Salutations followed by Yoga Nidra at White Marsh Saturday, September 23 at 12pm.

Let’s come together to celebrate the change of season. The practice of 108 sun salutations can be challenging and we will take moments of stillness throughout our practice to go inward and find grounding. We will end our physical practice with some well deserved Yoga Nidra, also known as “yogic sleep”. Stay after practice to enjoy snacks and refreshments.

$20 Per Person | Limited spots available, email to reserve your spot!

For more information, contact Danielle Sands-Damon at [email protected]

Join us at Eldersburg for our new program, Never Miss a Monday! Never Miss a Monday is a total body functional workout that will target all major muscle groups. In this 45–60 minutes workout, you will utilize free weights, body weight, bosus, and stability balls to perform compound movements. This workout will improve your overall strength, muscular endurance, body composition, and balance.

September 18 – October 23
6:30PM • Ages 18+
Members: $90 • Non-members: $105

For more information, contact Melisa at [email protected].

Thanks to everyone who attended our Special Stages Flight Cycle Class at Towson on Labor Day and received a fun little giveaway! Did you know Towson's Stages Flight bikes have a virtual platform? Come try them out! 🚲💪✨

It's that time of the year — our annual Dog Swim! 🐶☀️ Bring your dog to paddle, fetch, & play in our pool. Dogs must be friendly and sociable to other dogs, and be up-to-date on all vaccinations. Proceeds benefit the Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter & dogs in need of homes. Open to members and non-members.

Eldersburg: Sept 16 from 11am – 1pm
White Marsh: Sept 30 from 10am – 12:30pm
Towson: Sept 30 at 12:30pm
Fort Avenue: Oct 1 from 10am – 12:30pm

Join our Pickleball Clinic at Canton! Whether you are looking to improve your game or simply meet other picklers, join Coach Leon Saturday, September 16 at 9:00am. In a small group setting, he will show you the fundamentals of Pickleball to get you started. Don't miss out!

Member $25 | Non-member $35
To register, please contact Dea Lyons at [email protected].

Planning ahead for the 2023/2024 school year? Bring your kids to our Eldersburg club for all their days off school. Our Days Off Program days are 8:00am – 6:00pm and will include activities such as sports youth challenges, relays, games, crafts, dancing, swimming and so much more!

Days Off Day Program for 2023/2024 School Year:
• October 20
• November 23
• December 27
• December 28
• December 29
• January 15
• January 26
• February 19
• March 28
• March 29
• April 1
• April 2
• May 14
• May 27

Members: $60 per day
Non-Members: $75 per day
Sibling Discount: $10 off per additional child in the same family (first child remains full price, additional children in the same
household receive $10 per child)
Package Discount: Purchase 5 or more kids program days per child and receive 5% off total amount paid in full

Registration closes 48 hours prior to date of program. Contact Darnella Thomas at [email protected]
or 410.549.8855.

Join us at Eldersburg Friday, September 15 from 5:00PM-8:30PM for a Sock Hop Kids Dance Party! Our first ever dance party for kids 11–14 years old! There will be music, $1 pizza, $1 drinks, and games. Don't miss out!

$5 per person
For more information, contact Melisa at [email protected] or Darnella at [email protected] or call 410-549-8855.

Stress has no age restriction! Yoga is a great way to de-stress and increase flexibility. Join us for Kids Yoga at White Marsh every Saturday at 10:45am, starting September 16. During this class, children will learn the basics of yoga and meditation.

Ages 6 – 10 | Complimentary for members!

Contact Dianne Frager at 410.773.9007 or [email protected] for more information.

Do you have Merritt plans for Labor Day? Our Express clubs will be staffed until 12pm, but members can get in anytime using their keycards. All other clubs will operate at regular hours.

September is Healthy Aging Month! This serves as a reminder that we have the power to shape our own aging journey. It’s about taking responsibility for our health and making choices that support our overall well-being. Whether it’s adopting a healthier diet, staying active, nurturing our relationships, or planning for our financial future, every decision we make can positively impact our aging process.

Join us at Merritt Clubs Canton on SEPTEMBER 18 from 9:00AM–12:00PM! We will be providing resources from throughout the community that remind us we have the power to live vibrant and fulfilling lives at any stage. Please join us in the cafe area for light refreshments. Wellness Coach and Yoga Instructor Shawn Brown will lead Chair Yoga at 10:45am in the Unleash Studio.

Have you signed up for our Gentle Yoga & Therapeutic Sound Therapy Workshop at Downtown Club next Saturday, September 9? It's not too late to sign up – don't miss out!!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/703552684017?aff=oddtdtcreator

Join us for this combination session of Gentle Yoga and Relaxing Sound Therapy at Downtown Club Saturday, September 9 at 5:30pm with Certified Yoga Instructor Jodi Young and Sound Healer Staci Lang. A gentle way to cleanse your soul, restore balance, and influence your emotions and health to help you feel happy, energized, relaxed, and at peace.

$30 per person | Limited spots available, scan to register through Eventbrite today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/703552684017?aff=oddtdtcreator

For more information, contact Wellness Director, Sherri Lively at [email protected].

Throwback Thursday to our Pups & Poses event at Canton last Sunday with The Hero Rescue! We had a PAW-some time 🐶

Are you looking for ways to add healthier options to your family's diet? Join us at Eldersburg for our workshop series to cover all the things that can help you move forward with fun and healthy plans for all ages! Join Certified Nutrition Coach, Stefanie Hatmaker as she helps breakdown some key areas of your busy life to nutritional tips, recipes and ideas to move past the chicken nugget/mac and cheese world. Bring the children, we will have snacks, games and activities to help get them involved in the kitchen and their own health!

September 17 – Back to School: Packing a Healthy Lunch, Snack Time, Family Dinners

October 15 – Sports and Active Play: Healthy Family Dinners for Busy Nights, Hydration for All Ages, Energy Snacks

November 19 – Healthy Holiday Eating: Crock Pot and Air Fryer Cooking, How to stock the freezer with easy healthy meals

December 17 – Immunity Foods for Winter Blues: Adding Vitamins and Minerals with whole foods to stay healthy this winter!

Third Sunday of Every Month | 10:00am – 11:15am
$35 per session (per family) | $199 full series (per family)
Members and Non-members Welcome
Sign up through Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/687427673677?aff=oddtdtcreator

Scan to register today! Contact Stefanie at [email protected] with questions.

Congratulations to our August Rewards Sweepstakes winner! Thanks to everyone who entered.

Here are the August winners:
2 Night Hotel Stay, Scott Bruner
Apple AirPods Pro, Laura Foltz
Fire TV Stick 4K, Marty Urlock
$50 Amazon Gift Card, Zainab Thuro
One Month Membership, Monica Sarver
Wellness Package, Ben Johnson
One Month Membership for a friend, Joe Groeger

Congratulations to all of our winners. If you entered but were not a winner, don't worry. Our September sweepstakes will start September 5th and run through September 20th.

Rock Your Rewards!

Only 1 day left! Deadline to sign up for Les Mills SPRINT Initial Training with Presenter Cesar Vasquez at the Downtown club is August 31! Contact Jodi at [email protected] for more information and/or for the exclusive Merritt Discount Code!

Merritt Clubs Towson is hosting a Fall Festival Saturday, September 30 from 10:00am to 12:00pm!

There will be a variety of vendors that include: The Endorphin Project, Emma Nicholson (monogram letter apparel), Venessa Robinson (jewelry), and more! Complimentary activities for the children to include face painting, games and crafts.

INTERESTED IN BECOMING A VENDOR? Contact Brooke Miller at [email protected] or call 410.821.0161.

Rain date is scheduled for Sunday, October 1st from 10:00am to 12:00pm.

Join us at White Marsh for M-POWER! This program has been created by women for women. We want to M-Power our female members to get into the gym and explore everything Merritt offers! We will explore all areas of the gym, from free weights to group fitness, and everything in between in a small group setting. We will discuss nutrition, movement & whole person wellness to keep you moving forward on your wellness journey. This program is designed to help you feel comfortable in all areas of the gym and to help build community. This is not a weight loss specific program, but a whole person health transformation.

Included:
• One health/nutrition session per week
• One movement session per week
• 6 week plan tracker and accountability follow up from the coaching team
• Certified Health Coaches and Fitness Professionals, Danielle Sands-Damon, Miranda Stauffer & Kara Laurence to guide you through the program
• Weekly fitness and wellness homework plan
• Private Facebook group to connect to your small group

Program runs September 18 – November 11
Members $299 | Non-Members $399

For more information, please contact Danielle Sands-Damon at [email protected] or Miranda Stauffer at [email protected].

The White Marsh club celebrated yesterday by cooking waffles for the members!

Join us at Canton for Foam Rolling & Inversion Workshops!

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 9 | Self-Myofacial Release
12:00pm – 12:30pm | Revive Studio

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 | From Fear to Flying
12:00pm – 1:30pm | Revive Studio

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30 | Self-Myofacial Release
12:00pm – 12:30pm | Revive Studio

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7 | From Fear to Flying
12:00pm – 1:30pm | Revive Studio

Self-Myofascial Release (SMR) with Megan
Foam rolling workshop | 30 minutes
Learn foam rolling and fascial release techniques (a warm up and cool down sequence) to reduce delayed onset
muscle soreness.

From Fear to Flying with Megan
Yoga inversions workshop | 90 minutes
Learn foundational musculature that supports you in your inversions; walk through warm up drills for the
wrists, hands, shoulders, and core; breakdown crow pose (Bakasana), headstand (Sirsasana), handstand (Adho
Mukha Vrksasana), shoulder stand (Sarvangasana), and plow pose (Halasana).

Limited to 18 people so reserve your space today on the Merritt Clubs app under Group Fitness! For more information, contact Rose Burgamy at [email protected].

Join us for this combination session of Gentle Yoga and Relaxing Sound Therapy at Downtown Club Saturday, September 9 at 5:30pm with Certified Yoga Instructor Jodi Young and Sound Healer Staci Lang. A gentle way to cleanse your soul, restore balance, and influence your emotions and health to help you feel happy, energized, relaxed, and at peace.

$30 per person | Limited spots available, scan to register through Eventbrite today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/703552684017?aff=oddtdtcreator

For more information, contact Wellness Director, Sherri Lively at [email protected].

Thank you to everyone who participated in Baltimore's first Padel Tournament at our Canton location this past Saturday!

10+ players participated, including veteran players, Baltimore novices, new players who recently moved to Baltimore, and even some out-of-towners!

The game of Padel continues to expand and appeal to younger and older players interested in a fun, social, and more dynamic racquets experience than pickleball or platform tennis.

To schedule a clinic or court time, please call 410.563.0225 or contact Dea Lyons at [email protected]. Courts are open from 6:00am to 10:00pm (courts are lighted)!

Join Certified Nutrition Coach Stefanie Hatmaker at the Healthy Kids and Happy Families Nutrition 101 Workshops as she helps break down some key areas of your busy life to nutritional tips, recipes and ideas to move past the chicken nugget/mac and cheese world. The workshops will take place at the Eldersburg club every 3rd Sunday of the month.

Want to learn more? Stefanie will host a table at the Eldersburg lobby with snack samples on Monday, August 21st from 9-11am and 4-6pm. She can answer any questions you may have about the program.

Include Merritt in your Labor Day weekend festivities! ☀️

Please join us at the Canton rooftop Monday, September 4 from 10:00am — 1:00pm to celebrate the end of summer. There will be games and activities for the children and treats to quench your thirst.

Members Only — NO advance registration required!
For more information, contact Maureen Kogut at [email protected].