The remarkable range of innovation exhibited by businesses of all types since mid-March has been awe-inspiring considering the situation. With virtually everyone relegated to quarantine conditions for several months running, survival of the fittest evolved into survival of the smartest.
A prime example here in Michigan’s Great Southwest was the adaptation techniques employed by the locally owned and operated Renaissance Athletic Club of Benton Harbor. Located adjacent to the 1st and 2nd holes of the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Club at Harbor Shores, the RAC as it is affectionately called, is a substantial presence in an upscale, contemporary facility with first-rate equipment and a broad array of training regimens and health and wellness classes.
Rather than sit on the sidelines bemoaning the multi-week shutdown and wonder about when they could get back at it, General Manager Laura McCoy welcomed the suggestions of key personal trainers like Lanie, Caroline and Karen to go virtual throughout the coronavirus pandemic.
Having to forego access to the one-of-a-kind-state-of-the-art facilities was tough, but the dedicated staff did a remarkable job of teeing up Virtual Classes, and they are continuing those sessions from their own homes and other sites, but thanks to the arrival of great weather, and the lifted restrictions on stay at home orders, the RAC crew is stepping up their return this week.
While they are still restricted from welcoming members and guests into the facility, trainer Lanie Schrubba will host outside sessions on the RAC’s Turf Field, right out front along Graham Avenue.
Just $10 gets you an in person class with Lanie tomorrow, Wednesday, June 10th, at 9am. The session is a Total Body workout, with the session beginning promptly at 9am, and you are encouraged to bring along a towel and your own water. The first in-person sessions outside on the turf are in addition to the ongoing virtual classes.
In fact, today at 12:30pm Caroline will feature an online Core Cardio Class. Lanie returns to a virtual Barre session on Thursday morning at 9am, followed at 12:30pm that day with Caroline leading a Cardio Pump Class. Karen is online Friday at 9am with a Pilates session.
Anyone with questions can private message or e-mail Lanie at lschrubba@racbh.com. She says, “We’re ready to get back to work, and look forward to moving with you!”
The Renaissance Athletic Club is located at 501 Graham Avenue adjacent to Harbor Shores in Benton Harbor.
