New Yoga Bellies classes starting in January! Plus, other club news

New "Yoga Bellies" Classes starting Friday January 15th. Dragons' Den winners!
YogaBellies classes offer a complete holistic programme for women’s specific needs from menstruation, through conception, pregnancy, postpartum and menopause. YogaBellies sessions incorporate a range of authentic yogic and holistic techniques and include traditional yoga asanas (postures); self­hypnosis and deep relaxation within a typical class. For mother and baby, we offer yoga during pregnancy; post natal yoga and massage, beautiful songs, games and positive life building experiences. We also offer YogaBelles, our women only classes which focus on women's health and wellbeing and their natural cycles right up until postmenopausal. *Mum&Baby sessions begin in the Western on the 15/01/2016, *Pregnancy yoga sessions begin in the West End on the 20/01/2016. You can book a block now by contacting Emma­Jane on: 07765250289 or emmajane@yogabellies.co.uk

Refer A Friend Membership Offer
If you refer a friend to join the gym before the end of January 2016 you will get either a free  personal training session in  the gym or a free tennis or squash lesson. ( Offer only for gym or full)
Also your friend will get 2 months free plus 3 free spinning sessions ! 

 New Adult Tennis Coaching Groups 

New groups will begin mid - late January for all levels from beginner to advanced on Monday & Wednesday evenings. If interested please email ian@glasgowwestern.co.uk and I'll add your name to the mailing list for notice of a start date.
Cost is £42 for a 6 week block

Club / Caffe Parma Closing Times

Closed from 3pm on Xmas Eve and New Years Eve plus all day 25/26 Dec and 1/2 January.
Caffe Parma closed on Xmas Day and New years Day only.

Tennis Club Champs Prizes 2015

All winners/runners up of this year's club champs can pick up their tops from the office any time that suits.
 

Tennis Team Training

Will re commence in mid January Sat 16th or 23rd weather permitting!
Ladies 12-130pm
Men  130-3pm
Cost - £5

If interested in team tennis but unsure of level required to attend please email ian@glasgowwestern.co.uk


Social Tennis/Squash

Social tennis will continue (weather permitting) on Sunday 27th Dec and Sun Jan 3rd with this continued mild spell of winter! Just pay £2 direct to bar staff who will switch on the lights.

Social squash will also continue as normal on the same dates above to help you work off the Xmas excess!

Happy Hols!

December News

Refer A Friend Membership Offer If you refer a friend to join the gym before the end of January 2016 you will get either a free  personal training session in  the gym or a free tennis or squash lesson. ( Offer only for gym or full) Also your friend will get 2 months free plus 3 free spinning sessions !  Babolat & heist Jewellery Sale Sat 19th December  930am-530pm In members bar area. Only a few Babolat items of sale left. Plus a chance to buy the new Pure aero line of senior racquets. (Internet prices) Jewellery sale Discounts on current stock with lots of one off items created by Anne Walker.   Santa and real reindeer! Yes ----  Santa and real reindeer will be at the club this Saturday from 10am - 3pm Saturday 19th December! Buy a tree and meet Santa for free or get an undecorated wreath (or just meet the reindeer who will be under the balcony where the table tennis table is.) Free delivery from the growers at Edenmill farm. How To Get Reduced Spinning Rates   Boiler Room Fitness - Spinning Studio is growing every day and before we hit the big "get fit/fitter" time after Christmas Michael has asked me to remind you that as Members of Western Health & Racquets Club you qualify for a REDUCED RATE to Spin at Boiler Room Fitness.   In order to get this reduced rate you need to email Michael on info@boilerroomfitness.co.uk stating that you are a member of the Club and an alteration will be made to your registration detail and the reduced rates will become available to you on your account. The reduced prices are as follows -  - Single Class £6 - 10 Single Classes £55 - Unlimited monthly classes £65 If you haven't Registered on the Boiler Room Fitness Booking System, you need to via boilerroomfitness.co.uk and via the Book a Class tab. Once registered follow the instructions above and your reduced rates will be available to you.      New Adult Tennis Coaching Groups  New groups will begin mid - late January for all levels from beginner to advanced on Monday & Wednesday evenings. If interested please email ian@glasgowwestern.co.uk and I'll add your name to the mailing list for notice of a start date. Cost is £42 for a 6 week block Club / Caffe Parma Closing Times Closed from 3pm on Xmas Eve and New Years Eve plus all day 25/26 Dec and 1/2 January. Caffe Parma closed on Xmas Day and New years Day only. Tennis Club Champs Prizes 2015 All winners/runners up of this year's club champs can pick up their tops from the office any time that suits.   Tennis Team Training Will re commence in mid January Sat 16th or 23rd weather permitting! Ladies 12-130pm Men  130-3pm Cost - £5 If interested in team tennis but unsure of level required to attend please email ian@glasgowwestern.co.uk New Retro Western Tops Last chance to make an order.  Unisex retro tops which can be ordered from behind the bar at any time but money upfront please! A sample behind the bar to try for size - £30 Xmas Vouchers For Tennis Lessons  Available as a voucher which can be emailed. If interested contact ian@glasgowwestern.co.uk for prices. New Club Sign Have a look at the detail of our new sign at the gap in the hedge. All steel with tennis/squash racquets and woven steel string! This was designed and manufactured by Bob McInnes the builder who constructed Caffe Parma. Very stylish and a great job!

Holiday hours and Santa's visit

Holiday Hours:

Closed from 3pm Christmas Eve
Closed Christmas Day
Closed Boxing Day
Open regular hours on 27th December

Closed from 3pm New Year's Eve
Closed New Years Day
Closed 2nd January
Open regular hours on 3rd January

Christmas Trees are on sale at the club.
Santa and Reindeer (REAL ONES!) will be at Western Saturday, 19th December.

Davis Cup Final at the club - Babolat & Jewellery Sale - Caffe Parma News - Tennis Team Training - New Retro Western Tops - Xmas Trees

Davis Cup Final Saturday 28th Nov - 2pm start Watch the Davis Cup Final This Weekend At The Club! Saturday is the crunch match with the doubles tie. Come and watch at the club bar where we will be setting up a new TV area (at the balcony side of the bar)  especially for this match. Pizza will be supplied by Caffe Parma and tickets will be £5. With 2 TV's at opposite ends of the bar we can cope with a reasonable number but it will be first come.... Tickets available on the day . Babolat & heist Jewellery Sale Sun 29th November   930am-530pm In members bar area. Up to 50% off this year's remaining Babolat stock including racquets & rucksacks etc Plus a chance to buy the new Pure aero line of senior racquets. heist jewellery sale Discounts on current stock with lots of one off items created by Anne Walker. Members Bar Area  As of Sunday 29th November the members bar area will be run by Stefano of Caffe Parma. Not too much will change initially other than improving the amount of choice on sale. (Plus great food of course!) At some point early in the new year Stefano will renovate the members area but this will be done in consultation with the members When designs have been drawn they will be posted in the club for your comments as the members bar area is for you ! Tennis Team Training Takes place every Saturday (weather permitting) at the following times: Ladies 12-130pm Men  130-3pm Cost - £5 If interested in team tennis but unsure of level required to attend please email ian@glasgowwestern.co.uk New Retro Western Trackie Tops Unisex retro tops which can be ordered from behind the bar at any time but money upfront please! A sample behind the bar to try for size - £30 Order early for Xmas! Xmas Trees Will be on sale at the club (supplied by Eden Mill Farm) from the beginning of December with Santa and real reindeer coming on Saturday 19th December!

Caffe Parma Opening

Dear Member

The caffe is now up and running with a hugely successful opening and extremely busy already! A fantastic menu for breakfast, a special lunch menu plus the a la carte at any time.

Opening hours are as follows:
Monday - Thursday - 730am until 945pm
Friday - 730am until 1045pm
Saturday - 8am until 1045pm
Sunday - 8am until 945pm

Members Bar Area 

Current bar prices will apply for another couple of weeks until Stefano takes over the running of the members area. At that point various draft beers will then be sold at discounted prices at all times.
Please remember that food can be ordered from the members bar area at any time if you prefer to dine in a more casual environment.

At some point early in the new year the plan is to renovate the members area but this will be done in consultation with the members so if you have any ideas why not come along to our club AGM on Thursday 12th November at 730pm. If you can't come but would like to offer your opinion please do so by email or speaking with Ian at the club.
Your input is valued as the members bar area is for you !


Christmas Club Dinner - Saturday 5th December.
 Only 20 spaces left!

Will be at Caffe Parma (not surprisingly) and if interested please confirm by sending an email to ian@glasgowwestern.co.uk. A list is now up in the foyer. Maximum 60 so get in early! Only 20 spaces left approx.
 

 

Tennis Team Training
 

All men/women interested in team training are invited to another free session this Saturday from 12-2pm approx where we can play some tennis and discuss training options for the winter.

I plan to do on court sessions on Saturdays for women from 12-130pm and the men to follow from 130-3pm.I will be assisted by Alberto if no's require an extra coach.

Other areas to discuss would be off court training in groups plus one day competitive events.

If interested but unable to attend please email ian@glasgowwestern.co.uk with your thoughts/requests.

Fitness event for charity

Paul Murphy, from Get Results Fitness and one of our Personal Trainers at Western, is running a charity event next month. To join you must commit to changing one behaviour for 30 days and in that time Paul will send you regular tips and advice to stay on track. It is £5 to enter and all the money goes to MS Society.

The 6 choices are:

Not doing enough regular exercise/activity.
Poor sleeping patterns .
Unhealthy eating habits
Drinking too much alcohol
Too much caffeine and not enough water
Not doing enough flexibility work.


Details for the program can be found at...

http://www.commitgetfit.com/

Caffe Parma Launches! We're opening one day early for VIP guests and Western members. Dear Member The long wait for the West End’s hotly anticipated Caffè Parma is over. We're opening our doors for business on Saturday 24 October. However, as a special guest or friend of Paperinos, we would like to invite you to pop in to Caffè Parma this Friday, the 23rd October. We will be open between 2pm until late for guests to pop in for a glass of fizz and look at our stunning bespoke glass structure and outdoor decking area. We are also taking bookings now on 0141 334 3811 for Saturday 24 October onwards. We will be open on 24 and 25 October from 12 noon until close and from Monday 26 October from 7.30am for breakfast onwards. We look forward to seeing you. If intending to come please RSVP to ian@glasgowwestern.co.uk with numbers and approx time as we can only take so many people at a time due to the size of the restaurant. TEAM CAFFE PARMA. Christmas Club Dinner - Sat 5th December! Will be at Caffe Parma (not surprisingly) and if interested please confirm by sending an email to ian@glasgowwestern.co.uk. A list is now up in the foyer. Maximum 60 so get in early! Squash Team T Shirts! Please collect asap from office/bar staff.  Thanks to our sponsor Vanilla Square estate agents. Squash Teams  Squash Players Needed If you are interested in playing squash for the Western teams then do please get in touch. In the West Open League we have 6 teams. Both male and female players are welcome in these teams although the vast majority are men (just so you know!). Our 6th team is used to expose new players to team sport and so each week two spots are earmarked for new players where possible. This team is in division 5 having won promotion last year. The the ladies league we have two teams, one in division 1 and one in division 2. In both situations new players are welcome. If you are unsure of your standard then do pop down to our social night on a Sunday between 7pm and 9pm where you will meet other players and the club coach Martin Woods. Regards all Geoff Cordwell Squash Convenor geoff.cordwell@me.com Tennis Team Training   All men/women interested in team training are invited to a free session this Saturday from 12-2pm approx where we can play some tennis and discuss training options for the winter. I plan to do on court sessions on Saturdays for women from 12-130pm and the men to follow from 130-3pm.I will be assisted by Alberto if no's require an extra coach. Other areas to discuss would be off court training in groups plus one day competitive events. If interested but unable to attend please email ian@glasgowwestern.co.uk with your thoughts/requests. Would all team captains pass on to their list of players just in case they are not on the email list. Spinning Music When playing tennis on court 1-3 and you feel that the music coming from the spinning class is too loud then just ask the instructor to close the door.I actually like having music but if it puts you off your game then please ask them to shut the door.( Door will be shut during colder weather so shouldn't be an issue very soon!) Better to be flexible as some folk like it and others don't!

The latest News from Western!

Fitness/Gym News

"BEGINNERS CLASSES are now available with Boiler Room Fitness - Spinning Studio !!
If you are a little unsure and want to learn how to Spin with us without having to throw yourself into the deep end of a full class then these classes will suit you right down to the ground.
Starting on Saturday 17th October at 9am, we are offering a 3 Session Beginners Package to start you off on your spinning journey.
Surround yourself with individuals just like you and build your spinning confidence in easy stages.
If you wish to read up on Spinning then google 'beginners spinning' as there are many articles, most of which are relevant......don't read into it too much, try it for yourself and let Boiler Room Fitness look after you.
Register online at boilerroomfitness.co.uk , select the "Beginners Package - 3 sessions" in the Retail tab then book yourself onto the classes at 9am on Saturday mornings from October 17th.
Any questions you may have please email info@boilerroomfitness.co.uk .
Like us on Facebook or Follow us on Twitter for updates, info etc.
Lastly, please forward this email to pass it onto your friends with a wee gentle nudge to come along !! "

Caffe Parma

Good news in that the power gets switched on this Wednesday 14th October and they hope to open the following Wednesday 21st October!
The members bar will remain as is until the end of the year when it will then be closed for renovations. Dates to be confirmed but shouldn't be for too long as internal work only and no energy companies involved!

Christmas Club Dinner - Sat 5th December!

Will be at Caffe Parma (not surprisingly) and if interested please confirm by sending an email to ian@glasgowwestern.co.uk. Full details to follow and a list will go up in the foyer soon. Maximum 60 so get in early!

Squash Team T Shirts!

Have arrived and are in office to be collected and signed for. Geoff will put a list up at the club this weekend. Thanks to our sponsor Vanilla Square estate agents.

Tennis Club Champs

Congratulations to Jamie Hunter & David Birrell who retained their doubles title beating James Macdonald & Ian Campbell in the final.
Best wishes to James Macdonald who has now left for a job in Madison, Wisconsin USA! 

Western Tennis Club Championships 2015 sponsored by Currie and Quirk: Finals Day Results - Saturday 3rd October

Thanks to all competitors who took part, to all the spectators who came along and to Caffe Parma for arranging such a great barbecue! Plus of course to our sponsors Currie & Quirk Opticians!


Mens Singles
Ian Campbell beat Roddy Mackintosh 6-2 6-1

Ladies Singles
Erin Russell beat Aimee Black 6-4 6-2

Womens Doubles
Helen Hastie & Kirsty Macdonald beat Giorgia Bigaro & Erin Russell

Mixed Doubles
Giorgia Bigaro & Alberto Constantino beat Alex & Gordon McGuigan 6-3 7-6

Over 35 Mens Singles
Tony Miles beat Gordon McGuigan 6-3 6-4

Over 35 Ladies Singles
Maggie McLellan beat Julia Campbell

Mens Plate Event
Herve Moulin beat John Colvan 6-2 6-1

Junior Results

Boys Under 14
Thomas Whitelaw beat Matthew Gibson Smith

Girls Under 12
Anna Yeadon beat Nicole Cartwright

Boys Under 12
Blair Russell beat Nicholas Sproule

Under 10 Event
Nicholas Sproule beat Scott Drennan

Under 9 Event
Harrison Goss-Pastor beat Thomas Sproule

Under 8 Event
Harrison Goss-Pastor beat Sophie Sproule

Club Champs Tennis News

Western Tennis Club Championships 2015 sponsored by Currie and Quirk:

Finals Day Schedule - Saturday 3rd October

11-12 - Sign up for ballotted doubles event - Fun Social Doubles Event (Free Entry)

12-1pm - Red & Orange Junior Finals

1pm - Mens/Ladies/Plate Singles Finals

230pm - Over 35 Mens/Ladies Singles Finals & Boys U12  Final

Not Before 330pm - Mens & Ladies Doubles Finals
Plus Girls U12 Final/Boys U14 Final

Not Before 430pm - Mixed Doubles Final & Ballotted Final

Barbecue arranged by Caffe Parma from 1-4pm onwards!

Mens and Ladies Singles Semi Finals this Friday at 7pm plus other great matches tonight and tomorrow evening. 

Ian Campbell v Euan Gibson Smith today at 5pm in mens semi final!

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Caffe Parma Restaurant Opening Date:

We shoud be able to announce the exact opening date in the next few days so watch this space and/or follow them on twitter (@CaffeParma)

It's looking amazing !

Club Champs 2015 Draw

The link for the Tennis Club Champs 2015 draw. Matches won't be scheduled and players will need to arrange their own fixtures.

http://lta.tournamentsoftware.com/sport/tournament.aspx?id=6FE5D431-90FE-46C6-B686-90131CA48753

Latest Club News

Tennis Club Champs

Get your entry in online for club champs TODAY!!!

The LINK can be found here: http://glasgowwestern.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=cee3d74b0a207fcf83d28a235&id=e363dc6582&e=07bc46fe77

Closing online  is 10 am TODAY but if you miss it please text Julie on 07910126452 by Sunday evening with your name, events and BTM.

Thanks all, let's make it a great champs with the new restaurant opening just in time to make it extra special (estimated opening same week as club champs around 14th September).

Gents Changing Rooms

Please note that the floors for the showers in the Gents changing rooms are being refurbished on Monday 7th September. The showers will be out of action for this day. The team think they will be able to complete the job in one day but the work may run over into Tuesday 8th.

Squash Maintenance

The squash courts are having their annual makeover next week. Squash courts 2 and 3 are out of action on Tuesday and Wednesday and squash court 1 is out of action on Thursday. We will put signs up around the club to update you on this.

Free Small Group Training in the Gym at Western - next one Monday 7th @ 7 pm

Just a reminder that we are now running free small group training sessions with our personal trainers. These are for existing members and potential new members. Advice on how to use the gym equipment, nutritional advice and much more! Please click here to book in: http://glasgowwestern.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=cee3d74b0a207fcf83d28a235&id=a4abaccf34&e=07bc46fe77

New Osteopath at Western!

Faith Johns, Registered Osteopath, M.Ost, Adv. Dip. MT

At Western Club Mondays 9-12 and Wednesdays 4-7

Can help treat: sports injuries, neck and back pain, shoulder pain, lower back, pelvis and hip pain, tennis/ golfers elbow, frozen shoulder, knee and ankle pain, osteoarthritis, spondylitis/ spondylosis, muscle strains and joint sprains, headaches, pregnancy related pelvic pain to name but a few.

Uses a combination of soft tissue/ deep tissue massage, mobilisation, manipulation, western medical acupuncture and kinesiotaping.

For more information and bookings go via:
Website: www.faithjohnsosteopathy
Text/ call: 07970266474
Email: faith.osteo@gmail.com
In person - when you see her at the club!!!
Facebook: Faith Johns Osteopathy

Fitness Event - 9th September

Paul, one of our PT's is hosting an event on the 12th of September in association with Western and Boiler Room Fitness.

Sign up here:  https://www.eventbrite.com/e/fit-after-40-how-to-achieve-fat-loss-and-optimal-health-tickets-18122025466

Event details:

Get Results Fitness - in partnership with Western Health and Racquets club and Boiler Room Fitness - are hosting an exciting event specifically designed for over 40’s that will revolutionize your outlook on exercise and getting healthy. On the day you will learn how to train smarter and get the most from your diet as well as discovering few simple tips to help you move better.

This Event is Only £9.99 and all proceeds will go to MS Society

Spaces are limited and will fill up fast.

If you don’t fancy boot camps, dieting and just being another stat in a gym, then this event is perfect for you

 EVENT TIMETABLE:

1pm-1.45pm       Learn the secrets of the 5 Steps to Fat Loss and Optimal Health plan that has helped hundreds of people like you.

1.45pm-2.15pm-   Take part in the ultimate fat loss workout (suitable for all levels of fitness)

2.15pm- 2.45pm- Taster Spin session with Boiler Room Spinning, or cardio tennis taster session

2.45pm-3pm-       Wind  down with a stretch and relax session 

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FREE PRIZE DRAW

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Every attendee will be entered into the hat to win £100 Personal Training Vouchers !!

Tennis Club Champs 2015

Entries are now open for Tennis Club Championships 2015!!!

Enter here

http://www3.lta.org.uk/Competitions/Competition/?ctn=1-4H6DER5

Closing date to enter is 10am, 4th September.

Caffe Parma update and other club news!

Caffe Parma Update Good news is we now have a potential opening date of 24 August for "Caffe Parma" as it will be called. Thanks so much to Jane Skinner ( club treasurer) and Craig Connelly (Architect) for all their help in finally getting it all done pushing the builders and lawyers to get finished! The idea will be that for the first 2 weeks of opening both the caffe and club bar will be open to give Stefano (Paperinos) a chance to find his feet. After 2 weeks approx we will then close our members area to begin work on our refit and western staff will be assumed by them. The balcony as you can see is great and we can use for all the good weather we are having! The good moments are wonderful though! The official grand opening will take place sometime in September with a date to be announced soon for the red carpet affair! There are a few snagging issues such as the patio area where the hedge used to be. The roots will be removed and the area re paved. Eventually this could become an outside training area but not short term. The opening in the hedge will be filled with a decorative steel frame which will not only look good but will also allow passers by to see what is going on! The mini tennis court will be re painted and the entire area power washed shortly. We still have to put up new signage and this will be done in conjunction with Caffe Parma to present a stylish front to the public. Tennis Club Champs 2015 – sponsored by Currie & Quirk opticians  This years club champs will take place from Monday 14 September until Saturday 3rd October. Entry details will be sent out in next two weeks.   West End Tennis Event - August  Western are hosting the Mccrea Financial Services West End Tournament this summer. Get your entries in now for singles, doubles senior and junior! Help us take home the trophy for winning club again! If you have a trophy from last year please hand it in to Western. Many thanks. All the info can be found here: http://www.glasgowwestendtournament.com Table Tennis You may have noticed the table tennis table under the balcony which is free to use for any member. We have bats and balls in the office which you can borrow at any time. Osteopath  Faith Johns Registered Osteopath M.Ost, Adv. Dip. MT  One of our club members will be providing treatments at the club as detailed below:  At western initially Monday's 9-12 noon and Wednesday 4-7pm  For more information and bookings go via website: www.faithjohnsosteopathy Text/ call: 07970266474 Email: faith.osteo@gmail.com In person - when you see Faith at the club!!! Facebook: Faith Johns Osteopathy  Can help treat: sports injuries, neck and back pain, shoulder pain, lower back, pelvis and hip pain, tennis/ golfers elbow, frozen shoulder, knee and ankle pain, osteoarthritis, spondylitis/ spondylosis, muscle strains and joint sprains, headaches, pregnancy related pelvic pain to name but a few  Uses a combination of soft tissue/ deep tissue massage, mobilisation, manipulation, western medical acupuncture and kinesiotaping.  Matthew Paterson In my absence over the summer period when I am in Italy , Julie Gordon and Matthew Paterson (above) will substitute me at the club. So any queries re  club matters just speak to them. Enjoy the rest of our summer! Regards Ian Campbell

Pilates is taking a short break for summer

Pilates class is off from 8th / 9th July and resumes again on 12th / 13th August.

Judy Murray/Cafe Parma/Sad News

Rally For Bally 2015
Saturday 6th June!

Judy Murray is coming plus loads of Scottish celebrities!!

Please buy tickets at the link provided or pay on the day and get your friends to come along!!!

2pm onwards - Details below!!!!
(Club closed to anyone without a ticket from 2pm )  


To buy tickets, check out this link: http://www.jumblebee.co.uk/rally4bally

You can use a PC, Laptop or ipad but not a phone to book online. (Tickets are selling fast!)

Western Tennis Club are delighted to announce they are organising another Celebrity Tennis Event on 6th June 2015. This year we will again be raising money for The Elena Baltacha Tennis Foundation (http://www.ebatuk.org/elena-baltacha-foundation/) and also for Playlist for Life http://www.playlistforlife.org.uk. We will also be making a donation towards research into the rare form of dementia that is affecting well known Scottish tennis player Malcolm Watt who has defied doctors’ expectations by continuing to play since diagnosis. Malcolm will also participate in the event as one of our “pros”.

We are also very excited that Judy Murray and Sally Magnusson will be in attendance on the day to talk about the respective charities. Judy is a patron of EBAT and Sally is a co founder of Playlist for Life.

The format of the day is as follows:

2 pm: doors open

230 - 430 pm: FREE tennis coaching for kids and adults, speed of serve competition and beat the pro! Plus plenty of time to get your raffle tickets. Food and drink will also be on sale kindly donated by Paperinos (Cafe Parma) with all profits going to our charities.).

5 - 6 pm: take your seats for our Celebrity Tennis Event starring Greg Hemphill, Julie Hemphill, Alan Rough, Sanjeev Kohli, Kaye Adams, Judith Ralston, Alison Walker, Ian McCall and Paul English

6 - 7 pm: Auction and raffle. Judy Murray and Sally Magnusson will speak.

7pm onwards: stay on and enjoy some tunes with us courtesy of Andy Lowndes. What’s on your Playlist for life?

Last year, we raised over £10,000 for our nominated good causes. Please join us in trying to double that amount this year!



Cafe Parma Update (and free tasting)

The building work is almost completed with the glass surround for the balcony being fitted this week and the boards at the front will finally come down!

This will allow us to use the new steps and tidy up the patio area plus have some use of our new balcony before Cafe Parma opens after their fit out. Late summer we hope for the official opening.

Another free food/wine tasting (at Paperinos - Byres Road) for all members and friends this Wednesday any time from 6-9pm. Very informal in that you come and go as you please. The food last Wednesday was amazing so hope some more people can attend this week.

Sad News

Sorry to pass on the news of the passing of 2 previous club presidents who both died recently.

Both Donnie Campbell and Donald McLachlan will be remembered by many of our long standing members with great affection. Their contribution to the club over many years was greatly appreciated and I'm sure they will be sorely missed by family and friends.

Donald McLachlan's funeral will be at the Falkirk crematorium this Thursday at 1pm.

No date has been set for the funeral of Donnie Campbell as there will be a post mortem on June 3rd.

Meet the Cafe Parma Team!

All members are invited to meet the Cafe Parma team and sample food and wine from their exciting new menu.

Dates: Wednesday 27th May or Wednesday 3rd June

Time: 6pm - 9pm

Venue: Paperinos Byres Road

Bring the family!

See you there!

How Andy Murray beat Nadal in Madrid

Purely and simply Andy played great tennis and any moments where it looked like Nadal was finding his way back into the match he was stopped in his tracks by some clever, aggressive tennis.
For me the most important point of the match was the one after Andy missed a drive volley to secure a double break. It could have been a huge momentum swing but Andy on the next point took charge and cleaned the line with a massive forehand down the line!

Andy won 85% of his 2nd serves by serving almost always to the Nadal forehand , the first time he has employed this tactic which seemed to throw Nadal off especially on the deuce side as he was strangely wrong footed fairly often and then had no angle for the return so Andy could stay in the middle of the court and dominate the point.

I thought that Murray’s ability to switch heights and pace never allowed Nadal to settle whereas in previous matches Murray has employed a more consistent attacking style of play which on a clay court can be very difficult with little margin for error.

I’ve always believed that clay should be a great surface for Murray as he has so much variety to his game but adding more variety of spins and height over the net from both sides combined with his pile drivers at the right time are now making him an awesome force on the red stuff. Oh and yes he has now improved his ball toss so he can hit better serves!  

All in, a truly wonderful performance which must make Murray feel like he has a real chance at Rolland Garros.

Yes Nadal may not be at his best just yet but I wouldn’t write him off for the French Open as a 5 set match allows him time to find his feet as he has shown 9 out of 10 times!

-Ian C

Clay Court Training
Really looking forward to Sicily next week for a clay court special hosted week in Trapani with a great group of 16 players who will hopefully be inspired by Andy Murray!
If you would like to learn to play on the red stuff this summer why not join us in Lucca or Florence where we still have some spaces.
http://www.tuscanytennis.com/prog…/special-hosted-weeks.html

Get your tickets for Rally for Bally NOW!!!

*** GET YOUR TICKETS NOW FOR CLUB EVENT 6TH JUNE. GOING LIVE TO THE PUBLIC LATER THIS EVENING ***

3. Rally For Bally 2015

To buy tickets, check out this link: http://www.jumblebee.co.uk/rally4bally

Dear Member,

We thought you may be interested in the following:

1. Attention MALE tennis players. Jordan Gray from Thorn Park launching the first ever amateur UK wide tennis event. It looks great. See attached leaflet for details

2. See attached the flier for club member Anne Walker's degree show. We can't wait to go along to see what she's created!

Western Tennis Club are delighted to announce they are organising another Celebrity Tennis Event on 6th June 2015. This year we will again be raising money for The Elena Baltacha Tennis Foundation (http://www.ebatuk.org/elena-baltacha-foundation/) and also for Playlist for Life http://www.playlistforlife.org.uk. We will also be making a donation towards research into the rare form of dementia that is affecting well known Scottish tennis player Malcolm Watt who has defied doctors’ expectations by continuing to play since diagnosis. Malcolm will also participate in the event as one of our “pros”.

We are also very excited that Judy Murray and Sally Magnusson will be in attendance on the day to talk about the respective charities. Judy is a patron of EBAT and Sally is a co founder of Playlist for Life.

The format of the day is as follows:

2 pm: doors open

230 - 430 pm: FREE tennis coaching for kids and adults, speed of serve competition and beat the pro! Plus plenty of time to get your raffle tickets. Food and drink will also be on sale.

5 - 6 pm: take your seats for our Celebrity Tennis Event starring Greg Hemphill, Julie Hemphill, Alan Rough, Sanjeev Kohli, Kaye Adams, Judith Ralston, Alison Walker, Ian McCall and Paul English

6 - 7 pm: Auction and raffle. Judy Murray and Sally Magnusson will speak.

7pm onwards: stay on and enjoy some tunes with us courtesy of Andy Lowndes. What’s on your Playlist for life?

Last year, we raised over £10,000 for our nominated good causes. Please join us in trying to double that amount this year!

On a final note, if you would like to help, please email juliegtennis@gmail.com. We need help on the day but also in the lead up to organise prizes, raffles, auctions, social media, ticketing etc etc. It would be great to hear from you even if you only have a couple of hours to spare. We are also looking for event sponsors to cover costs like hire of the stand.

To buy tickets, check out this link: http://www.jumblebee.co.uk/rally4bally

Follow us on twitter @westerntennis

Like us on https://www.facebook.com/rally4ballyWesternGlasgow

Progress update of the Boiler Room Fitness - Spinning Studio.

Just a quick note to update you on the progress of the Boiler Room Fitness - Spinning Studio.

The internal fit out should be completed by the weekend and Michael will be in decorating early next week. The Spinning bikes are being delivered on Wednesday.....you will see that Michael has one of his bikes sitting in the entrance of the Club.

With this in mind opening is drawing ever closer and Boiler Room Fitness will have their Studio complete and doors open on Saturday 2nd May. 

On Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd May the Boiler Room Fitness Studio doors will be open for you to come in and have a look, meet Michael and his team and even try out the bikes if you wish !! 

So please try and come along and welcome Boiler Room Fitness to the Club as well as seeing what Spinning is all about too !!

The Boiler Room Fitness website boilerroomfitness.co.uk website is now LIVE and linked to their online Class Booking System so you can now book yourself into any upcoming class.

You will also see that on Monday 4th May there are 4 FREE Classes for you to try.

Boiler Room Fitness looks forward to seeing you over the May weekend.

Tweener British Challenge 2015

A new UK wide amateur tennis challenge has been launched for 2015. £3000 in sponsorship has been secured to go towards travel costs and prize money, making it one of the biggest events in the UK in terms of prize fund! Please share the flyer below with all your tennis contacts and friends. This a great opportunity for male players aged 16+ to play loads of matches and have the chance to qualify for a proper finals day. There is even a players party after the finals to add to the social side of the event!! 

Restaurant update, New Gym, Rally for Bally, and more

Restaurant Update

• Building work to finish end of March
• Internal work April & May
• Restaurant to open end of May/early June
• New entrance stairs operational early April
• New balcony looks amazing!

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New Spinning Studio

• Situated under restaurant and opening end of April
• Check out www.boilerroomfitness.co.uk

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New Gym Equipment and revamp

Rough layout of gym attached as a pdf - will be set up over next few weeks

New equipment will include the following:

• Impulse IF squat stand http://www.anytimeleisure.co.uk/brands/impulse-fitness/impulse-if-squat-stand
• Origin 7ft high performance bar http://www.anytimeleisure.co.uk/origin-7ft-high-performance-olympic-weight-bar
• origin gym ball set and rack http://www.anytimeleisure.co.uk/origin-3-ball-gym-ball-rack-silver
• TRX Pro Kit http://www.anytimeleisure.co.uk/trx-pro-suspension-training-kit
• origin commercial air balance trainer http://www.anytimeleisure.co.uk/origin-commercial-air-balance-trainer
• ViPR http://www.anytimeleisure.co.uk/gym-accessories/fit-bars/vipr-4-kg
• origin dumbbells http://www.anytimeleisure.co.uk/origin-pro-rubber-dumbbells
• Origin Bumper Weight platehttp://www.anytimeleisure.co.uk/origin-olympic-bumper-weight-plate
• 15mm Premium Gym tile http://www.anytimeleisure.co.uk/gym-flooring/rephouse-15mm-premium-black-gym-floor-tile

Official launch of new gym layout to coincide with opening of new Spinning Studio at end of April.

Have a look at this video to see what you can do with the new TRX bands arriving! http://benefitsbodymind.com/portfolio/suspension-training-trx/

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Squash Club Champs Finals 2015

Saturday 28th March - From 6pm onwards - come along for some great matches and prize giving!

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Tennis Season 2015

Will begin on Saturday 14th March at 10am with singles/doubles involving some of the best male/female players in Scotland on view. All fixtures will be displayed shortly on the club calendar in the home page of our website.

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Wimbledon Ballot 2015

Will take place in the bar on Sunday 22nd March at 7pm for all senior racquets members of the club who have opted in to the new scheme with the LTA and have a valid BTM no. affiliated to Western.

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Save the date - Saturday 6th June 2015 - Celebrity Tennis Charity Event

Ian and Julie will be organising another celebrity tennis event on 6th June 2015. This year, we will again be raising money for The Elena Baltacha Tennis Foundation and also for a local Alzheimer's charity, http://www.playlistforlife.org.uk.

Playlist for Life was founded by Sally Magnusson who will come along to speak about the work it does connecting people, memories and music. Facing each other on the court will be Kaye Adams, Judith Ralston, Sanjeev Kohli, Dougie Vipond and Alison Walker with other names to be confirmed.

Because music is central to this charity, we will be extending our event this year to include some musical entertainment also. 

Last year , we raised over £10,000 for the EBTF and MacMillan Cancer Care. Both were extremely grateful for our donations and assure us they have put the money to good use. . This was the first such event Western had organised and it felt great to be able to contribute to two such worthy causes. There were also great benefits for the club. Although it was a huge undertaking, it gave us a wonderful opportunity to connect with the local community and to bring club members together.

On that note, if you would like to help, please email juliegtennis@gmail.com. We need help on the day but also in the lead up to organise prizes, raffles, auctions, social media, ticketing etc etc. It would be great to hear from you even if you only have a couple of hours to spare! We are also looking for event sponsors to cover costs like hire of the stand. Again contact juliegtennis@gmail if you're interested in getting involved.