Club Squash League – Members Only
Monday Nights
Oct 5th – Dec 14th
(No League Play Monday Oct 12th)
5:00 -7:00 & 7:15 – 9:15
Team Play
Sign up on your Global App – under programs or click here
All Levels
All Genders
We will be following ViaSport COVID regulations.
No handshaking
No wiping sweat on walls
Social Distancing
Bring your own racquet, towel, court shoes, balls and sweat towel
Courts will be sanitized between matches
Limited space – there will be a wait list and if needed we will offer another league night on Tuesdays.
Best of Kelowna
We are so thankful to everyone in the Global community for nominating us the Best of Kelowna for:
- Best Workout Facility
- Best Group Fitness Facility
Voting is open only until May 12th so we are asking for you please to cast your vote.
Click here to get voting!
Embrace Aging Month
Functional Aging fitness training focuses on improving balance, coordination, functional strength, and endurance for the everyday activities outside the gym.
At Global Fitness, we are big believers and advocates of fitness for older adults, including functional fitness, whether you want to:
– Achieve athletic excellence or just maintain a healthy weight,
– Travel the world with confidence or just play with your grandkids,
– Or simply feel better, move better, and look better while making your doctor and spouse happy.
Global Fitness & Racquet Centre is offering Kelowna and Area Residents a 10 class punch pass for Embrace Aging Month.
This will include a tour of the facility with access to Global Fitness Classes and Weightroom.
We have an abundant number of all level classes available on our schedule:
YOGA classes
Fun Fit Fab – Functional Aging Classes
Cycle Classes
Strength Classes
Hot Tubs
Saunas
And so much more.
*Must be a Kelowna and area resident age 40+ years
*Pass expires April 9, 2023
Support From Registered Personal Trainer, Functional Aging Specialist & Brain Trainer – Gordon Palmer
For full program information on Embrace Aging month, click here.
BC Squash Championships
From SquashBC.com
Squash BC is thrilled to announce that this spring, the 2023 BC Squash Championships will take place at Global Racquets & Fitness Centre in Kelowna! From April 28-30, the interior of BC will play host to Squash BC’s Provincial Championships for the first time in the event’s history.
The 2023 BC Squash Championships will truly be an event for everyone. Top players will compete for titles and prize money in Men’s and Women’s Open Divisions, while Masters and ratings-tiered divisions will appeal to all ages and levels of play. In addition to squash, the event will offer several supplementary activities including:
- Saturday evening social with appetizers and drinks
- A local wine tour for players competing in women’s divisions
- Fun mini-events and games scheduled in between matches
- Draw prizes, court-side refreshments, and more!
Squash BC will also be offering group transportation for participants traveling from the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island* regions. We will also soon announce our tournament hotel and group rates.
*Group transportation for Vancouver Island participants will be available from the Tsawwassen ferry terminal.
Registration information, including entry fees, transportation and social packages, and more will be released when registration opens on February 15, 2023. Sign up for the Squash BC Newsletter to be notified when registration is opened. We can’t wait to see you all in Kelowna this spring for the 2023 BC Squash Championships!
View the 2023 BC Squash Championships on Club Locker.
BC Squash Championships History
The BC Squash Championships is Squash BC’s largest provincial championship and a key piece of our athlete pathway. It gives our membership and competitive population the opportunity to showcase their performance in an exciting season-ending event. As well, with Men’s and Women’s divisions ranging from Open, to Masters, to Recreational, the event truly has something for everyone in the squash community.
The 2022 BC Squash Championships were hosted by the Arbutus Club in Vancouver BC. Grace Thomas and Ryan Picken won the Women’s and Men’s Open Division titles, respectively.
February Fun Pickleball Tournament
February Fun Pickleball Team Tournament
• Time: 9:00am – 1:00pm
• Level: 3.0+• Cost: $15+ tax per player
3 Secrets of Stress
3 Secrets of Stress with Dr. James & Dr. Vincenzo of Lifeworks Family Chiropractic Stress is commonly known as the Silent Killer because it quietly erodes our health, wellbeing, happiness and performance.
30 Day Fitness Challenge
30 Day Fitness Class Challenge
We have a fun new fitness class challenge starting January 15!
Crush your goals, have fun, and win some prizes! Jan 15-Feb 14
This is a great way to try out all the new classes on the schedule and get rewarded for your efforts 🙂
- 1 class = 1 point (no limit)
- Bring a friend (non-member) to class = 2 points – *must check in with the front desk to get friend signed in
- Post on social media (and tag Global) = 3 points -*make sure you follow Global on Instagram & FaceBook, and we can share your post
Free for all members to join the challenge. Drop-in/punch pass/memberships apply. Prizes include weekly incentives from local businesses and a big CASH prize (& more) to the winner!
Winter 2023 Programs
Winter 2023 Programs
Registration opens December 1st at noon!
Tennis
Junior Lessons
Registration is done via email only to the coaches!
- Email Calvin:calvin@littlebluetruck.com
- Email Rosie: rosieschaich2019@gmail.com
All programs are 9 weeks long.
No parents or spectators on the courts- please stay in the club lounge and view lessons from the TV.
Indoor shoes are mandatory! Please make sure your child comes INTO the club and then puts on their shoes 😉
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dates | 9 Weeks January 5 - March 9 $540 | 9 Weeks January 6 - March 3 9 weeks $225 | 9 Weeks January 7 - March 4 $540 | 9 Weeks January 8 - March 5 $225 | 9 Weeks January 9 - March 6 $540 |
| *No lessons February 16* | |||||
| 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm | High Performance Calvin & Makena | High Performance Calvin & Makena | Regular Development Calvin & Val | ||
| 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Orange Ball Calvin | Orange Ball Calvin | |||
| 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Red Ball Rosie/Lily | Red Ball Rosie/Lily | |||
| 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm | Regular Ball Calvin | Green Ball Calvin | |||
| 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm | Orange Ball Rosie/Lily | Orange Ball Rosie/Lily |
Adult Group Lessons – Registration opens soon!
Registration is done on the website or app only. We will not be doing registration over the phone.
- Adult Beginner
- 9 weeks
- Tuesday February 28 – April 25
- Time: 4:00 – 5:00p
- Coach: Val
- Cost: $225
- Level: 2.0 – 3.0
- Adult Intermediate
- 9 weeks
- Tuesday February 28 – April 25
- Time: 5:00 – 6:00p
- Coach: Val
- Cost: $225
- Level: 3.0 – 4.0
- Adult Intermediate
- 9 Weeks
- Thursday March 2 – April 27
- Time: 4:00 – 5:00p
- Coach: Val
- Cost: $250
- Level: 3.0 – 4.0
- Adult Intermediate
- 9 Weeks
- Thursday March 2 – April 27
- Time: 5:00 – 6:00p
- Coach: Val
- Cost: $250
- Level: 3.0 – 4.0
Men’s League
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- 9 weeks
- Monday January 9 – March 13
- **No league play Feb 20*
- Time: 6:00 – 9:00p
- Organizer: Eric Hasenhuendl erichasenhuendl@shaw.ca
- Cost: $90
- Spots Available: 36
- Men 16 plus until Dec 28 – then we open for ladies 4.5 plus – ladies must apply
- Spares – must register online as well
- Registration is done on the website or app only. We will not be doing registration over the phone.
It’s that time again! We’ve been getting a lot of inquiries so don’t delay, register and pay as soon as possible to ensure your spot!
The Winter Men’s Night will run for 9 weeks, every Monday starting January 9th and ending on March 13th – A break on Family Day, February 20th as the Club is Closed that night.
24 spots 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
We will use the same format as past years with Courts 1,2,3 playing at 6:00 and Court 4,5,6 playing at 7:30 & Court 7,8,9 playing at 9:00. Courts time will rotate top players will not always play at 6pm
Cost for the Fall session is $90 for Members. Registration opens soon and the first 24 players to sign up and pay will be included.
Registration will be restricted to Men 16 + only until December 28th and if we do not have 36 Men signed up at that point, it will be open for Lady members 4.5 + to apply until we have 36 players to fill the 9 courts. The cut-off for Registration will be January 5th.
It is imperative that each player commit to being there ready to play at the assigned times to be fair to the other players on the court. Each Player is responsible to find your own spare if you cannot make it any given week. If your spare wins the court, you do not move up but if your spare loses the court you do move down one court. If you do not arrange a spare, the first occasion you will be bumped down 2 Courts the following week, and the second occasion you will be removed from the league, with NO REFUND!
Spares:
This year we have created a spare list. This is for male members 16 plus that cannot commit to the entire league nights but would like to spare occasionally.
Ladies League
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- 9 weeks
- Sunday January 8 – March 12
- **No league play Feb 19*
- Time: 4:00 – 7:00p
- Organizer: Makena Moore, reachingformoore@gmail.com
- Cost: $90
- Spots Available: 24
- Registration is done on the website or app only. We will not be doing registration over the phone.
If you are a female tennis player at Global and want to join a community of other women who love tennis, sign up for this Sunday night Ladies League. The level of play for this league is between tournament level 3.5 to 5.0 players. If you self-assess as a 3.0 or are unsure of what your level would be, please email or call Makena.
The Winter Ladies League will run for 9 weeks, every Sunday starting January 8th until March 12th. There will be no league on Family Day Weekend, Sunday February 19th as the club will be closed early that evening.
There are 24 spots available, first come first serve with payment. The format remains the same as the Fall 2022 season, where Courts 1/2/3 will play at 4-5:30pm and Courts 4/5/6 will play at 5:30-7pm. Matches will be played in doubles format, rotating partners with the other people on your assigned court. At the end of your 1.5 hour rotation, the number of games won will dictate what court you end up on the next week, providing you the opportunity to play with other ladies of the tennis community. We are looking for competitive women who want to be challenged by their fellow players and want to enjoy themselves on court.
Cost for the Winter session is $90. Please ensure that you are committing to the whole 9 weeks of this league. If you cannot make the league on a night, you are responsible to find your own spare and ensure that they show up on time and ready to play. If your spare wins the court, you do not move up. If your spare loses the court, you do move down one court. If you do not arrange a spare, the first occasion you will be bumped down 2 Courts the following week, and the second occasion you will be removed from the league, with NO REFUND!
If you want to be on the Spare List only, please email me at reachingformoore@gmail.com with your name and best phone number.
Pickleball
Registration is done on the website or app only. We will not be doing registration over the phone. Must be a member.
Ladies 3.5+
- 9 Weeks
- Monday January 9 – March 13
- **No play Feb 20**
- Time: 2:00 – 4:00 pm
- Max Players: 24
- Organized by: Ellen
- Cost: $45
Mixed Open
- 9 Weeks
- Friday January 13 – March 10
- Time: 2:00 – 4:00 pm
- Max Players: 24
- Organized by: Carlos
- Cost: Free!
- Does not count towards weekly booking
- Register under ‘Fitness Classes’ in MindBody
- Please book by 24hr in advance so we can book off courts accordingly
King of Court Competitive
- 9 Weeks
- Thursday January 12 – March 9
- Time: 6:00 – 9:00 pm
- Cost: $45
- Organizers: Carlos & Tom
- Players must find their own subs
- Captains will be collecting $5 towards balls
1 league per person unless there is space. This league is intended for intermediate and advanced players level 3.75+ who want fun competitive play.
Scores are counted in order to determine the court winner and the next week’s placement. Depending on the level of interest the league organizers may need to conduct a “qualifying” round robin tournament to assist in the selection of the 24 participants. If you have any questions feel free to contact Carlos DaRosa.
Members that are playing in another league can register in the “drop in” if there is space. Bring own paddles and balls.
Squash
Registration is done on the website or app only. We will not be doing registration over the phone.
Global Squash League
League Information:
• Monday September 19 – April 17
• **No league play October 10, December 19 & 26**
• Time: 5:15 – 9:00 pm
• Max Players: 80
• Courts: 1-4
• Organizer: Cam Martyna Cell: 250-869-7417 Email: martynacam@gmail.com
• Cost: Free! Must be a Global Member
Okanagan Squash League
League Information:
- Wednesday September 21 – April 19
- **No league play December 21 & 28**
- Time: 5:15 – 9:00 pm
- Max Players: 80
- Courts: 1-4
- Organizer: Cam Martyna Cell: 250-869-7417 Email: martynacam@gmail.com
- Cost: $72+ tax
Racquetball
Lean to Play Series
Our coach Richard is offering ‘Learn to Play’ Classes again. These are FREE for members. Space is limited so register under ‘classes’ on your app or online! Not a member? No problem! Just pay the $20 drop-in! For more information on programming, email Coach Richard.
Learn to Play Monday
- Monday Jan 9 – Feb 27
- 6:45P – 8:00P
- Register weekly
Ladies Learn to Play
- Thursday Jan 12 – Feb 16
- 6:00P – 7:30P
- Register Weekly
Junior Racquetball
- Ages 8 – 12
- 8 Weeks
- Monday January 16 – March 13
- *No class Feb 20
- Time: 5:15P – 6:45P
- Coach: Richard
- Cost: $100
- Max Participants: 8
- Ages 13 – 19
- 8 Weeks
- Thursday January 19 – March 9
- Time: 4:30P – 6:00P
- Coach: Richard
- Cost: $100
- Max Participants: 8
Junior Wrap Up Tournament
- Saturday March 18
- 9:00A – 4:30p
Wallyball- Coming Soon
Group Fitness – Coming Soon
Personal Training Programs
All Sport Court Fit
Program Information: - 9 weeks
- Tuesday January 10 – March 14
- *No class January 17
- Time: 7:00 – 7:45a
- Trainer: Makena
- Cost: $180 ($20 per session)
- Max participants: 10
Coaches Corner
Not only is Global the largest gym in town, but we are home to the only indoor courts in town.
No matter what sport gets you to step onto the court, we have a coach to help you elevate your game.
All coaches offer Private, Semi-Private and Small Group Lessons.
Contact the coaches directly for more information or to set up lessons.
Tennis
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Calvin Thalheimer Click HERE for Bio |
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Rosie Schaich Click HERE for Bio |
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Val Eren Click HERE for Bio |
Pickleball
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Carlos DaRosa Text Carlos Directly (250) 575-9134 Click HERE for Bio |
Squash
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Tom Van Unen Click HERE for Bio |
Racquetball
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Richard Gauthier Click HERE for Bio |