Our staff consists of dedicated, qualified and experienced health and fitness professionals. We take a thoughtful approach to fitness using the latest technology combined with good old-fashioned human interaction to ensure your success. We have passion and dedication to seeing our clients reach their health and fitness goals. Our clients’ success is the benchmark for our success.
Fitness
State of the Art Fitness Center
Latest training equipment by LifeFitness® & Precor®
Do you have to sign you child into the childcare room?
Yes, parents please sign your child in and out when using our childcare room.
Are children allowed after-hours in the childcare room?
Children need to be supervised at all time while at the club dropping them off in the childcare room unsupervised is not allowed.
Can you bring lunch or snacks for your child?
Water or juice in a plastic sealable container is fine, however food is prohibited due to allergies, children like to share their food with others and it's a great risk of food going to the wrong child.
How long can my child visit the childcare room?
There is a 2 hour maximum time allowed for children visiting the childcare room. The staff reserves the right to locate the member after the 2 hour limit has occurred. Parents please pick up your child if he/she cries over a 10-15 minute period. A staff member will locate the parent of the crying child.
Can a member drop off a child and leave the facility?
Parents must be in the facility at all times when leaving a child.
Who uses a personal trainer?
The role of the personal trainer is changing. It used to be that celebrities and wealthy individuals were the only people that used personal trainers. The stereotype of a personal trainer used to be that of a big body builder. Today the personal trainer is a highly skilled professional that has been educated and certified to work with various types of clients. Children as young as 7 years old, 80 year old men and women, obese adults, athletes, cancer recovery patients, and adults with diseases all benefit from working with personal trainers. Clients are using personal trainers for: fat loss, weight gain, flexibility, improve posture, alleviate stress, Increase energy, rehab an injury, and improve quickness, general health benefits.
What exactly does a Personal Trainer do?
At Mt. Vernon Athletic Club, our personal trainers are highly skilled and nationally certified, and have many roles when working with clients. Your personal trainer will serve as a coach, teacher and motivator. It is the personal trainer's job to assess your current physical and mental state, establish very specific goals, design an individualized program, and do what ever it takes to keep you on track towards getting results.
Can I workout every day?
You can, however your body needs rest. Remember, when you strength train, your muscles grow when you are at home, resting. It is recommended, if you are new to exercise to start twice a week at 20 minutes at a time, gradually increasing the time to 3 times a week at no more than 45 minutes. Generally, 4 times a week is sufficient to gain muscle strength
I only eat when I have time, and I'm not seeing good results, even though I eat clean?
Your body's metabolism increases each time you eat! Your metabolic rate will increase with each meal. When you don't eat, your metabolism slows down because it has nothing to do! You are not feeding your body. If you eat every 3-4 hours, not only are you keeping your blood sugar even, avoiding crashing, you are constantly spiking your metabolism!
How long does it take see results?
You may being to see results in the first 4-8 weeks. This depends in large part to your nutrition. You can work out as hard as you'd like. If you do not eat right, you will not get far.
Can't I just do cardio and lose fat?
This is dangerous because too much cardio can eat away at muscle tissue, not good! Cardio is great for your heart and overall well being. However, to maximize your calorie burning, you need muscle! Muscle is the furnace that burns body fat, continuously! So if you enjoy cardio, that's fine, just don't overdo it, and for that matter, don't over do anything!'t over do anything!
How can I become a member of the Club?
You can call 703-360-7300 to set up a tour of the club. One of our membership advisors will personally go over your interests to find out which membership solution is best for you. Calling us in advance will allow us to reserve a set time for you! It is FREE and it gives you an opportunity to look around and to ask us any questions that you may have.
What are the Membership benefits? Any Additional perks?
Referral discounts
Member advantage network
Quarterly assessments thereafter
Varied group fitness classes
Certified Personal Trainers on staff
Childcare
Wellness Spa & Sports Massage
Our exclusive "WE CARE PROGRAM," which gives you 3 FREE Personal Training appointments when
you join and upon completion you receive a FREE MASSAGE
What are the membership options?
Our membership plans are designed to meet all your fitness & health goals!
Fitness Membership
Polar Body Age analysis
Fitness assessment from one of our certified personal trainers
Access to all group fitness classes
Free racquetball court reservation
Equipment orientations... for life!
Discounted rates in all of our small group personal training
Exciting fitness membership referral programs
...did we mention FREE POLAR BODY AGE ANALYSIS!!!
Tennis Membership
Includes all Fitness Membership benefits
Free tennis court reservation
Tennis assessment and orientation by our USPTA certified pros
Discounted rates in all of our tennis programs (clinics, private lessons, leagues)
Free racquet demo program
Exciting tennis membership referral programs
Access to all social events
...did we mention FREE TENNIS COURT RESERVATION!!!
Corporate Membership: Let us get YOUR STAFF fit 'n healthy BY OUR STAFF!
Designed for both small and large companies, our Corporate Membership Program is intended to stimulate and cultivate healthier, more productive employees. It has been stated that employees are a company?fs greatest asset.
By sitting down with one of our membership consultants, we can help tailor a package that will suit your health and fitness needs. Call us today! 703-360-7300.
"The staff made my first time joining a gym enjoyable. I could tell that they really care and already I have friends." -Jillian Baxter (Member since 2008)
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"I have been a member for a very long time and enjoy working out at Mt Vernon. Gretchen Thompson is my personal trainer and, although she is very tough, she highly motivates me. The club is like a home away from home. There is great comradery between the members and staff.......Keep up the good work!!" - Kathy Hudson (Member since 1999)
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"Mt. Vernon Athletic club has become my home away from home. The energy is wonderful and the staff is outstanding. I always look forward to coming here and have lost 20lbs along the way!" -Marilyn Oleary (Member since 2002)
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“I’ve been a member for over 20 years and I love the club, I love the convenience and the people. With all the changes and updates, including the recent renovation of the locker rooms, new lighting, and upgraded tennis courts I highly recommend this club! I especially appreciate Tim Bainton, an effective head tennis pro that has given us some recognition throughout the northern Virginia area.
Our tennis teams have been competitive the last two years, our A team has made it to the championship match of the Northern Virginia Summer Tennis League, even though we are competing with clubs that have 2,200 tennis members to our 400 plus tennis members. The development of junior players is just outstanding – Tony Case
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The nutritionist at MTVAC, “Erin Mulhern is knowledgeable, energetic, and passionate about health and wellness. She provided my 10 year old son with valuable motivation and personal attention in achieving his health goals. As a mom, one of the hardest things about providing healthy meals is deciding what to make for dinner. Erin helped solve this issue by offering detailed meal planning and recipes of the week.
After only 2 months of working with Erin Mulhern, my son lost over 9% body fat! Furthermore, my son gained more self confidence due to this change.
If you want the great results my son had, Erin’s personalized nutrition program is essential. I would highly recommend Erin Mulhern to anyone interested in improving their overall health and nutrition.” -P. Lopez
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"My husband and I have been very impressed with the staff at MTVAC. The classes are excellent, and the trainers have taken a personal interest in our fitness goals. The trainers make themselves available for questions, even when they walk by, make suggestions as to how to maximize results w/ a particular exercise. In the 8 weeks we have been coming to the gym we have lost close to 20lbs a piece, and it is thru the encouragement of the staff to try new things that helps us stay motivated. " -Tabitha Ferris (Member since 2008)
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“I finished my INOVA Resportary Program at MTVAC and Lauren [Milner, personal trainer] provided me with three workout plans with pictures and a description of the workout. This was very helpful. All of the staff at MTVAC were very friendly adn had a smile for us each day. As I worked out, other staff would stop to help when when I was doing an excercise wrong.” -Harry F. Hardin, Alexandria, VA
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"Since joining MTVAC I have thoroughly enjoyed it. Daily I see the same familiar, smiling faces. I have taken a few classes and the teachers have taken the time to ask my name and get to know me - even chat with me in the locker room. The most important thing to me is the childcare area. My son can't wait to go and play on the computer and the overabundance of toys. He is always excited to see Ms. D and I have peeked in on her reading books to him and all the children having a good time. The people at the front desk are always helpful and happily greeting us. If I have had a question or problem it has been fixed in a speedy manner.
This morning I wrote an important email to the GM about a tanning membership. Within the hour he had gotten back to me with such wonderful, caring response!
I am so happy that I joined this club." -Megan Van Natta (Member since 2007)
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"The Mount Vernon Athletic Club is a valuable resource in the Mt. Vernon area. More than a tennis and fitness club, it offers its members a place to interact and socialize with others in a healthy environment. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable and professional, and is generous with their support and encouragement. The fitness equipment is state-of-the-art, and the classes are exceptional. Whether one prefers to work out alone on the equipment, or with a friend, or in a group setting with an instructor, there is something for everyone at the club.
Gretchen Thompson has worked with me closely the past year on fitness and weight loss, and the process, as well as the results, has enormously enhanced the quality of my life". -Liz, member since 2001
Mount Vernon Athletic Club 7950 Audubon Ave, Alexandria, VA 22306 - Phone: 703-360-7300 _____________________________________________________________________
