1st October 2019 | Nottingham

Manager’s Welcome

Summer is officially over and the autumn months are upon us.  But that doesn’t mean that we have to wrap ourselves up and stay indoors!  We have had a little change around on our timetable for autumn and are pleased to say we have some new yoga classes to keep you mobile and flexible.  If you workout in the gym it’s a great way to compliment your strength workouts!    

Booking your class makes you accountable, it’s a date in your diary and it gives you a reason to get out and about!

We held our first Menopause Workshop in September, and it was a great way to get members opening up and discussing. Not only did we learn from Jade, we were able to share stories, advice and tips from each other!  There was a great response to our workshop so watch this space as we will be holding evening and weekend workshops over the coming months.

Exercise really is a great way to meet people,  it’s great to see so many of you enjoying each other’s company in the club lounge after classes and workouts.  Let’s make that a reason for getting out and about in the winter months that are coming.

Just a gentle reminder that as we reach this time of year, the outdoor pool will be wrapped up for the winter from Wednesday October 31st .

Wishing you a warm and happy October.

Best wishes

Julie Bowley & your Roko Team

STARTtober

STARTtober is like October but with exercise! And right now you can tell your friends and family that we’re offering them a free day at Roko in order to make a START with their exercise. And you 'll benefit too by having a workout buddy. Simply invite them via the app or visit roko.co.uk/nottingham/offers/starttober.

Fitness News

Group Exercise
Our new Yoga classes are proving ever popular.  Caroline delivers a Power Yoga Flow(Vinyasa) on Wednesday at 6.45pm; just the class for the autumn months and Valentina delivers Hatha yoga with her wonderful calming, immersive style of teaching on a Thursday afternoon at 1.30pm.

Another class making an appearance on our timetable for the first time is Boxercise.  Boxercise is an exercise concept based on the training methods used by boxers. Sessions typically involve hitting focus pads but no class involves hitting an opponent. It is a fun, challenging and safe workout which is great for stress busting, and accessible to all fitness levels.  A great way to start your weekend!
Every Friday 18.00 – 18.45

We encourage all our members to use the Roko App to book and cancel classes. Once downloaded it is just a click to book your favourite classes. If you can’t make it just use the cancel button on the App and that way others can be notified of spaces when a class is fully booked, giving them the opportunity to take part.

Remember, it’s just a ‘click’ and one person’s cancellation could make someone else’s day.

New PT’s in the House!
Please to welcome our new Personal Trainer’s to Roko.  You will see them around the club so if you have any questions with regards to PT do feel free to have a chat with them.

Joseph Thirkill

Why do you get out of bed in a morning? Is it to simply pay the bills? To grow and nurture a family? Maybe it’s to simply live your best life every day? The reason as to why I get out of bed in the morning is to create a fitness legacy and to help people like you achieve not only their fitness but overall life goals.

As a competitive bodybuilder and advocate for strength training, I am not afraid to break out of my comfort zone and learn new things. My philosophy is finding each training principle that suits each client. With a 1st class degree in Sports Education and Psychology, I am able to break down social theories and utilise them in a practical setting. My background in psychology also allows me influence your mindset to create positive behavioural patterns – specific to you - and replace those nasty negative ones!
 

Paula Pupola
If you are new to gym or you are the one who can’t have a workout by yourself then Paula will be your best gym buddy and personal trainer in one. Paula has devoted all her life to sports. Since she was 4 she was doing rhythmic gymnastics then continued as a professional ballet dancer. After some injuries she switched to fitness, to help herself heal traumas, get stronger and healthier. All her life Paula knew that she wanted a career where she could help other people.

Since then Paula started her journey in fitness as a group class instructor and PT. Paula has many Les Mills certifications and sports science degree in “Education and Sport Specialist” and she is qualified as a Fitness coach.

Paula can help you to get leaner, stronger, healthier, to make your posture better, to develop your mobility and flexibility. If your goal is both looking and feeling better, Paula will find the most suitable exercises and best nutrition options for you.
 

Kalen Nelson
There is more to personal training than achieving the perfect physique. The coaching I implement will help build psychological resilience, improve your outlook on life, promote a happier mental state and create a solid mind-set that will enable you to be fearless and take on obstacles when they arise in your day to day life.

Bigger than yesterday, smaller than tomorrow (You are bigger than you were yesterday and  smaller today than you will be tomorrow) this quote simply means that we are forever growing and adapting, no matter the amount and type of growth steps in the right direction are important and should be celebrated.

Come and join the team to enhance your overall health and enjoy the process at the same time! I specialise in body sculpting and strength & power.
 

Roko Premier Partners

We are pleased to be able to offer members the discounts below from our premier partners within their membership package:
Joshua Tree -10% off Hair & Beauty treatments Mon-Thur
Notts Physio - 15% off first consultation
HotPod Yoga - 10% Discount
The Parlour/Hops/Curious Tavern/Lost Property/Monty’s/Ginsecco - 10% off Food & Drink at all times
Southbank - 30% off All Food Mon-Fri
Trent Navigation - 30% off food Mon-Thurs
Copper West Bridgford - 2 for 1 Afternoon Teas Mon-Fri, 3-6pm
Ruddington Grange Golf Club - discounted green fees
Petit Paris - 20% off food Mon-Thurs
Tom Browns - 20% off food Mon-Fri, Lunch & Evening
Alea,Marco Pierre White - 20% off food Mon-Thurs
Juni 93 Gin Lab - 15% off food & Drink Sun-Thurs, 12-5pm
Grange Print - 50% off all canvas’
TIM Motors - Exclusive Special offers to Roko members
Country Hotel - 20% discount on food Mon-Thurs excl special events
Tailors Arms - 20% discount on food Mon-Thurs
Ruddington Arms - 20% discount on food Monday-Thursday
The White Lion - Bingham 20% off food Mon-Thurs
Specsavers West Bridgford - Free sight test/ contact fitting, Free first month -Contact Lens Direct Debit, 25% off one pair of spectacles or 10% off any active spectacle offer
44 Cocktail Bar & Jerk Kitchen, West Bridgford - 20% off food bill Wed-Sun
Latinos (Beeston) - 20% off food Tues, Wed, Thurs

Your Premier partner discount cannot be used in conjunction with other on the day offers. May be excluded when special events are taking place. Offers for Roko members only & may not include your whole party of guests.

Kid's News

Our Junior Activities timetable will run for 2 weeks this October half term, from the 21st October through to the 1st November. Watch out for some ghostly going ons and some indoor pool party fun!

During term time we run 3 activity sessions per week . Our sessions are led by Jess or Alex who take our tribe of kids through various activities each week. These can be sports based games or games where they have to use a little imagination in their activities. The main emphasis is fun with a capital ‘F’.
Tuesday   17.00 -  17.45
Thursday 16.30 -  17.15
Saturday  09.00 – 09.50

All our junior activity classes are for 5-11 years unless otherwise stated and can be booked at reception. 

We don’t want to leave our older kids out either.  So if you have kids who are 12-15 years  they can take part in classes stated on our Junior Timetable. If classes aren’t their thing, they can also workout in the gym (having had a gymfit. with our gym team) from 09.00-18.30 daily.

Nottingham Rugby are back next month with their Indoor Coaching sessions
Every Wednesday from 2nd October 17.00 – 17.45

If you’re between 5 years and 11 years old come and join us for some fun training activities with Nottingham Rugby Club. Develop basic sporting skills and hand/eye coordination through team games.  The session will be led by qualified rugby coaches & players from Nottingham Rugby’s Squad.

Booking essential – Junior Roko Members Free/Non-members £6.00 (Bring your mates along for some fun!)
Booking essential – call 0115 9827799 to book

Martial Arts Inspired Junior Karate
We are excited to be able to offer Junior Karate classes from October at Roko.

These will be delivered by Martial Arts Inspired. They will be offering monthly membership for children aged 6-11 with discounts being offered to Roko members.

Tri weekly classes will be run on Tuesday and Thursday 5pm – 5.55pm and also Sunday 11.30 -12.30.
Build your child's confidence and fitness with traditional Shotokan Karate.
For further details and to book contact James on 07542 149977
email info@martialartsinspired.com

Swimming News

Term 5 starts w/c 7th October and runs for 11 weeks-we do still have a few spaces left contact jennie.keast@nottingham.roko.co.uk to secure your space.

We are also running FREE* parent, baby & toddler taster swimming lessons on the following dates:
Monday 30th September 10.30am
Monday 7th October 10.30am
Monday 14th October 10.30am
Saturday 28th September 11am or 11.30am
Saturday 5th October 11am or 11.30am
Saturday 12th October 11am or 11.30am

*New customer bookings only

The lessons focus on the development of basic movement skills, confidence building and an introduction to water and the swimming environment through fun and games.

Swimming with your baby or toddler is one of the most wonderful experiences you can share together where you can really focus and connect on a one to one basis.

Contact jennie.keast@nottingham.roko.co.uk to book your space.

"Ginger Beer" Hair Colour Is Going to Be All Over Instagram This Autumn

The seasonal shifts that take us from warmer months to cooler breezes are not too far away, most clients like to put warmth into their hair and when you think autumn you think of leaves changing and campfires; that’s why copper comes to mind. If you’re contemplating making a hair-colour change to spruce up your look this fall but still find yourself in search of inspiration, you’re not alone.

No matter the season, colour transformations are the name of the game, and this fall we’ve got you covered. But let’s be honest, there are some serious déjà vu moments for every beauty trend we’ve seen hit the runway and red carpets in seasons past. Are we the type to hold a grudge? Absolutely not! Especially when we’ve been privy to the host of coral hues and vibrant reds (hey Zendaya!) that continue to inspire us.

Aveda hair colour is up to 96% naturally derived, harnessing ‘Plant Power’ instead of harmful petrochemicals; what’s more, Aveda immerses your hair in plant oils, delivering exceptional condition and shine with fade resistant results.
Kind to your hair. Kind to you, kind to the environment.
If you would like to book in for your free consultation with one of our highly experienced stylists, please make an appointment at reception.
*A skin test is required 48 hours prior to your colour service if you have not had Aveda colour before.

Jessica Nails
Its fast, it lasts, it shines. With the ever-growing demand for time saving beauty solutions, Jessica has delighted us with the debut of her latest star: Phenom.
The breakthrough, an even faster drying formula that simply uses natural light to set, for an incredible long lasting, high shine finish.

Jessica Phenom mini Manicure or Pedicure
25 minutes     £22.00
55 minutes     £32.00

LOYALTY TREE CLUB
We love Aveda & know you do too. At the Joshua Tree, we reward that love & give our guests a little something back, just to say thank you.

To get started, you simply ask to join when you make an Aveda retail purchase that is £10 or more & start collecting stamps for every £10 you spend.

Then, when you have 10 stamps on your loyalty card. As a thank you from us, you can redeem your card against any of your loyalty rewards treats absolutely FREE.

Rewards Menu: Select from the following:
£10 off any SALON service
£10 off any RETAIL purchase
Aveda stress fix head, neck & shoulder MASSAGE
Damage remedy HAIR conditioning treatment
Bespoke SKINCARE & rituals consultation

HotPod News

- O C T O B E R –

 New post-natal classes for mums, and calling the

Hotpod Squad for a month of sizzling squad goals!

Come and check us out on Wednesday 16th October between 1:30-4:30pm. We are launching a new Wednesday flow class designed exclusively to help new mums reconnect with body and mind. Babies are welcome, but the yoga is just for you lovely mums!

Classes are held in the pod but heaters will be switched off.  Advance booking essential for taster sessions on 16th October at 2pm & 3pm. 

Here’s how …. first create an account here or download our app. Then select 'buy pass' and choose the £5 'New Mums TASTER PASS for 16th October' (the £5 is returned so long as you turn up on the day), it’s here if you want to read about it   then hit 'book a class' and scroll to Weds 16 October and choose either 2pm  or 3pm 
 

New Mums Classes
Can’t make the Open Afternoon? Regular 60 minute classes start weekly from Wednesday 23rd October 2:30 – 3:30pm
1st class free, select £12 single class pass and put code HOTMAMA into the voucher box at checkout.
New Mums 5 Class Pass £45 (no expiry date)

This month we are celebrating all things YOU!

You turn up, you give everything (and a little bit more), you sweat, you smile, you get down with the beats, and say thank you, and then do it all over again!

You’re part of our super sweaty Hotpod Notts crew, and it’s about time you had a superpower name to match:  Pod Squad!

Squad goals to earn yourself a free class in October… grab a bingo style card from the studio and get your teacher to stamp against your chosen goal.  Any line of 4 stamps and you get a class added to your account. 
 

Our intro offer for newcomers is a great deal and gives you 3 classes to use over 14 days from your first attendance. 

A great way to check out our different class types and to get a feel for what we are about and how hotpod yoga might work for you: experience the immersion

3 classes over 14 days for £13.50*
*with your Roko member discount.

Message notts@hotpodyoga.com if you haven’t claimed your personal Roko member discount code yet.