**UPDATE Monday, August 23rd**

Dear Seattle Athletic Club Member,

As you are probably aware, on August 18th, Governor Inslee announced an expansion of the current indoor Face Mask mandate to include all individuals, regardless of vaccination status.

Therefore until further notice, beginning Monday, August 23rd, Face Masks will be required at all times within our facilities, regardless of vaccination status. 

Please also note:

• The State has not provided any exemption for people from the same household exercising together within a closed space (i.e. Squash court, Cycle Studio, etc.).
• There is also no exemption provided for people (regardless of vaccination status) exercising alone within a closed space.
• Face Masks are required on the pool/spa deck immediately up until the time you enter the water and immediately upon exit.

Thank you for your understanding and compliance. We could not be more grateful for the ongoing support that our community has provided to our club and its staff as we continue to rebuild and recover. 

If there is anything we can do to assist you, please do not hesitate to let us know.

In health,

Seattle Athletic Club.

**UPDATE Monday July 12th**

Dear Seattle Athletic Club Member,

On June 30th, Governor Inslee announced that Washington State has officially moved beyond the “Roadmap to Recovery” reopening plan and that the majority of State Mandated business restrictions have been removed.

Please rest assured that we will continue to be very mindful and deliberate as we move forward.  Our mindset is to gradually expand our access and availability whilst preserving the safest and most comfortable environment for our entire community.

With that said, we are excited to announce that beginning Monday, July 12th, the following series of updates will go into effect:

Room Reservations

• Due to popular demand, we will continue to provide reservations for the majority of our workout spaces.
• PLEASE NOTE: Members are encouraged to use workout spaces if they are not at their posted capacity limit. However, members with reservations will have priority.
• We will be increasing our room capacity limits to:
  • Weight Room: 12 participants
  • Cardio Room: 10 participants
  • Gymnasium: 15 participants
  • Mind-Body Studio: 12 participants
  • Cycle Studio: 8 participants                                                         

                 (N.B. Staff are not included in the above capacity counts)

• Please remember that reservations can be pre-booked via the Member Portal, Club App or at the Front Desk.

Spas

• The Spas will be reopening on Monday, July 12th.
• Fifteen (15) minute reservations are available on the Club App.
  • To make a reservation:
    • Search under “Reservations”
    • Select “Facility Schedule”
    • Choose your location
    • Search and select an available time.
  • Limited to one (1) person at a time.
• As with other spaces, members can use the Spas without reservation if they are not occupied. However, members with reservations will have priority.

Squash Courts

• Previously State Mandated “buffer times" in between court bookings will be eliminated increasing the amount of court times available.

Aquatics

• We will be increasing our Lap Swimming capacities from four (4) to six (6) per time slot.
• The two middle lap lanes (2 and 3) will be designated as shared lanes (2 swimmers), while the outside lanes (1 and 4), will remain one (1) swimmer per lane.
• If sharing a lane, swimmers will be asked to take their "breaks" at opposite ends of the Pool.
• Pool lanes are first come, first serve.
• The number of participants in our Water Aerobics classes will be increasing to sixteen (16) per class.

Virtual Classes through Fitness on Demand.

• Virtual programming reservations will no longer be required within our Mind-Body Studio. If there is no class scheduled, members can use the Fitness on Demand programming at their leisure.
• Due to popular demand, we will continue to provide reservations for the Virtual System within our Cycle Studio.

We also want to express our gratitude to our entire membership for your adherence and support of our recently updated Face Mask policy. As a reminder, fully vaccinated individuals are not required to wear a Face Mask if they provide proof of vaccination and wear a Club provided wristband while in the facility. Face Masks are still required for non-vaccinated individuals. 

We could not be more grateful for the ongoing support that our community has provided to the Club as we continue to rebuild our Club and community. We are here to help in whatever capacity we are able and are excited to welcome you back into the Club.

Stay healthy and be well,
Seattle Athletic Club

**UPDATE Tuesday, June 29th**

Dear Seattle Athletic Club Member,

As you are aware, the Indoor Face Mask Directive from the Public Health Officer for Seattle and King County is set to expire on June 29th, when 70% of residents 16 years of age and older will officially be considered fully vaccinated.

Consequently, beginning Tuesday, June 29th, fully vaccinated Members will not be required to wear a Face Mask within the Club if they:

1. Show proof of vaccination to our Front Desk staff in the form of a photo or actual vaccination card. 

   • Please note, we will not keep or store this information, rather we will simply make a note on your Membership Account for future reference.

2. Upon verification of status, Members will then be provided with a silicone bracelet to wear inside the Club at all times.

3. If Members cannot provide proof of vaccination or do not wear their bracelet, they will be required to wear a Face Mask.

Non-vaccinated Members will still be required to wear a Face Mask at all times within the facility. In addition, all Seattle Athletic Club staff will also continue to wear Face Masks for the interim.

One of the wonderful things about our SAC community is that we respect and appreciate all of our individual differences. As we begin this transition, we ask that we all continue to be respectful and kind to others and their decision to continue to wear a Face Mask if they choose to do so.

We are also excited for the upcoming announcement from Governor Inslee on June 30th regarding his commitment to reopen the State. Once we have received the updated Fitness Facility guidance, we will look to expand our available services and facilities as soon as we are able. Please rest assured that we will still proceed with an abundance of caution as our number one goal remains to protect and enhance the health and wellbeing of our entire SAC community.

It has been a long arduous journey and we sincerely thank our entire SAC community for their commitment and compliance to all of our policies and procedures throughout this pandemic. There is light at the end of the tunnel and we appreciate the ongoing support as we enter this final stretch.

In health,
Seattle Athletic Club.

**UPDATE Monday, March 29th**

Dear Seattle Athletic Club Member,

Earlier this month Governor Inslee announced that Washington State would be transitioning into Phase 3 of the state’s “Healthy Washington – Roadmap to Recovery” plan.

As a result, we are excited to announce a series of updates to our current services and amenities beginning Monday, March 29th.   

Club Guidelines:

• The occupancy of the facility may not exceed 50 percent of the fire code occupancy rating.
  • The capacity counter for the Club can be found here.
  • To ensure we can provide the safest and most sanitary environment possible will continue to set capacity limits for all our spaces.
  • Our current room capacities are noted below:
    • Gymnasium - 12 participants
    • Mind-Body Studio - 9 participants
    • Cycle Studio - 6 participants
    • Weight Room - 8 participants
    • Cardio Room - 6 participants
• Members are still required to pre-book appointment times prior to entering the Club to ensure we have adequate space available.
• You are able to do this via the Front Desk, your Member Portal, as well as on the Seattle Athletic Club App.
• We ask members to limit reservations to 1 per day.
  • Members are welcome to use other spaces if they are not at their posted capacity limit, however, members with reservations have first priority. (N.B. The state has removed the previous one hour time limit within the facility.) 
  • Room capacities will be regularly monitored by staff, but members are required to adhere to occupancy and social distancing rules at all times.
  • Between each reservation there will be a 15-minute transition time during which our staff will be performing a thorough sanitization to spray and clean all equipment.
  • Reservations cancelled less than 3 hours in advance will be subject to a $15 “no-show” fee.
• Our Club hours will initially remain the same. As a reminder they are currently:
  Monday-Friday 6am- 10pm
  • Saturday/Sunday: 7am-5pm
• We ask every member to help us maintain the health of our Club environment by cleaning your equipment before/after each use.
• Face masks are still required within the facility at all times. If the intensity level of exercise becomes too strenuous, we ask you to manage and reduce your exertion level.
• Prolonged periods of mask removal are not permitted for eating or drinking – masks must be worn between bites and sips
• For easy reference our COVID-19 safety procedures and precautions are listed here.

• Locker Rooms 

• • The use of the Showers and Day Lockers is now permitted. Selected Day Lockers will be available but have been spaced out and marked  appropriately.
  • Towel service will resume, but we encourage members to continue to bring their own if preferred.

Departmental Guidelines:

• Fitness
  • The Cardio and Weight Room areas will be bookable for members throughout the day. 
    • Weight Room - 8 participants
    • Cardio Room - 6 participants
  • All reservations need to be pre-booked via the Member portal, Club App or at the Front Desk.
  • N.B. Staff are not included in the above capacity counts
• Group Exercise
  • The following rooms will have the participant capacity limits of:
    • Gymnasium - 12 participants plus the instructor
    • Cycling Studio - 6 participants plus the instructor
    • Mind & Body Studio - 9 participants plus the instructor
  • All classes need to be pre-booked via the Member portal, Club App or at the Front Desk.
  • We will be adding more live classes as we progress through the reopening phases. Classes will continue to be streamed online for members that are uncomfortable coming into the Club.
  • The Cycling and Mind & Body Studios will be available for an individual to book virtual classes.
• Aquatics
  • One swimmer per lap lane only (2 if from the same household).
  • Lanes will be staggered so the "end" that each swimmer starts and finishes is appropriately distanced. Swimmers will be asked to take their "breaks" at the designated "end" or "home" base for that specific lane.
  • Water Aerobics:
    • Classes are limited to 10 participants and require pre-registration.
    • Reservations are required through the Member Portal, Club App, or at the Front Desk.
  • Pool equipment:
    • Minimal equipment will be accessible (kickboards, pull-buoys, etc).
  • Masks are required on the Pool Deck up until the time you are getting into the Pool and immediately upon exiting the Pool.
• Squash
  • Our Squash courts are now open for regular gameplay!
  • Courts are required to have a 15 minute “non-use” period between each reservation.
  • Face masks are required at all times. Face shields recommended.
  • If the intensity level becomes too strenuous, we ask you to manage and reduce your exertion level. 
  • We ask members to ensure that they:
    • Use personal towels to wipe off sweat, no wall contact. 
    • Please use your own racquet, hand towel and balls.
• Pickleball
  • The Pickleball Court will be made available for booking. Please see the Club App or member portal for available times.
  • There is a maximum of 4 participants for each booking time slot (2 per side).
  • All reservations need to be pre-booked via the Member Portal, Club App or at the Front Desk.
  • Use of your own pickleball equipment is required rather than using shared items.
  • A minimum of six feet of physical distance between individuals is required at all times.
  • Use of your own racquet required. No rental or Club equipment will be available.
• Basketball
  • Pick-up basketball games are now allowed and are available for reservation for up to 8 individuals
  • Facemasks are still required at all times.
  • All reservations need to be pre-booked via the Member portal, Club App or at the Front Desk.
• On Demand (within Facility) Cycling, Yoga and Group Exercise Classes 
  • Members may access our Fitness on Demand virtual programming within the Cycle and Mind & Body Studios when not in use.
  • Members will need to make an online reservation for each space. 
  • Bookable times will be made available on the Member portal, Club App or at the Front Desk.
• Personal Fitness Training
  • Need more direction, a jump-start back into the Club and coaching? Our exceptional Personal Fitness Training and small group training services are available!
  • Whether you are looking for program design, a revamp to your routine, or kick start after months of isolation; we've got you covered. Contact our Fitness Director, Dana Lauren at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. to get started with a complimentary consultation and scheduling. 
  • Our staff can also meet with you virtually to review and discuss the equipment and space you have, and then design a fitness program based upon your needs and resources.
• Pilates
  • Private one-on-one and duet (2:1) training is now available - the studio will have one instructor at a time and there will be a time buffer in between clients to allow for proper sanitation and setup of equipment. 
  • Virtual private, duet and small group sessions are also available.
  • For more information on Pilates session scheduling, please contact Pilates Director, Susan Foley at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
• Massage
  • Massage is available for booking directly through our Massage Therapists, Jen Hansen and Allyson Madere:
    • Jen Hansen - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
    • Allyson Madere - This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 
  • Please note, the Front Desk will not have access to Massage schedules or be able to book appointments.

Please also keep your eyes out for several additional programs and amenities to be added to our offerings over the next few weeks. 

We could not be more grateful for the ongoing support that our community has provided to the Club and its staff during this historically challenging time. We look forward to repaying that loyalty by providing our members with all the tools and services necessary to combat the health and wellbeing challenges we are facing in a safe and rejuvenating environment.

We are here to help in whatever capacity we are able and are excited to welcome you back into the Club.

Stay healthy and be well,

Seattle Athletic Club