Kids Zone Hours:
Monday-Thursday 8:30AM-12:00PM and 4:30PM-8:30PM
Friday 8:30AM-12:00PM and
4:30PM-7:30PM
Saturday 8:00AM-1:00PM
Sunday 9:00AM-1:00PM
Youth Gym mirrors Kids Zone evening and weekend hours and in the summer the Youth Gym hours are the same as the Kids Zone hours.

Member Services Manager
Mark Milani
mmilani@merrittclubs.com

Merritt Athletic Clubs Eldersburg offers a state-of-the-art fitness facility designed for comfort and enjoyment for the whole family! Features include: An extensive line-up of brand new equipment including free weights, state-of-the-art strength machines, large cardio center, cycle and group exercise studios. We also offer programs designed to help make fitness a part of your life: "worry-free" workouts for parents and our new "Kids' Park and Nursery".

merritt eldersburg programs and services

Merritt Athletic Clubs Eldersburg Family Fun Pool
Our Family Fun Pool is now open! Enjoy family fun in the sun all summer long! Make a splash this summer at the area's most complete resort - Merritt Athletic Clubs!

Get a 5-Day Family Fun Pass for relaxation, fitness and fun!

Monday - Thursday 11:00AM-9:00PM
Friday 11:00AM-8:00PM
Saturday 11:00AM-5:30PM
Sunday 11:00AM-4:30PM

Fun Pool After Hours Friday Teen Nights Come out for a variety of entertainment: music, DJs, activities! Enjoy hanging out with friends. Fridays from 9:00PM-11:00PM.

Fun Pool Saturdays for Middle School Students Hang out at the most awesome mini water park in town! Special face painting and theme nights. Check out our calendar of events. Saturdays from 8:00PM-10:0PM.

For more information, please contact Kathy Gilbert.
Phone: 410-549-8855
E-mail: kgilbert@merrittclubs.com

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XRKade at Merritt Eldersburg
XRKade is now at Merritt Eldersburg! XRKade was developed by a group of gamers and fitness enthusiasts with a goal of making games and physical activity more fun.

Did you know:

Eight out of 10 users choose active gaming over traditional exercise.
83% of households with children have one or more gaming console.
92% of kids ages 2-17 have access to video games on a daily basis.
Boredom is reported as one of the top reasons why people stop working out.

Children (and adults!) ages 7 and up will be thrilled and challenged both mentally and physically with the lastest gaming technology. Virtual cycle, Dance Dance Revolution, snow boarding, the motavatrix, and much more will challenge endurance and competitiveness.

Open Monday-Thursday 4:00PM-9:00PM
Friday 4:00PM-7:30PM
Saturday and Sunday from 9:00AM-1:00PM

For more information, please contact Darnella Thomas.
Phone: 410-549-8855
E-mail: dathomas@merrittclubs.com

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Summer Camps at Merritt Eldersburg
Summer will be here before you know it! We have a variety of summer camps including Fairy Tale Camp , Super Hero Camp, Sports and More Camp, American Girl Doll Camp, Gymnastics, Intensive Study, Junior Lifeguard Camp and more! For detailed information regarding Summer Camps, please access the Summer Camps page of this website.

For more information, please contact Terry Howard.
Phone: 410-549-8855
E-mail: thoward@merrittclubs.com

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Merritt Athletic Clubs 100 Miles in 100 Days
Swimmers, take the challenge to swim 100 miles in 100 days - from May 25 through September 1. Swimmers who complete their laps throughough the 100 days will receive a 100 Miles swim cap at the completion of 10 miles, a water bottle after 50 miles, and a t-shirt after 100 miles. One mile in the Eldersburg pool is 72 lengths. Cost of program: $10 if you register before May 25 and $20 afterwards.

For more information, please contact Andrew Barranco.
Phone: 410-549-8855
E-mail: abarranco@merrittclubs.com

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Merritt Eldersburg Tang Soo Do
Tang Soo Do is a traditional Korean martial art that strengthens practitioners' mind, body, and spirit. Master Hyson has been training in Tang Soo Do for 15 years and teaching for over 10 years, developing flexibility, power, stamina, strength, and self-control in all his students. Eldersburg Tang Soo Do is part of the Pan-Am Tang Soo Do Federation under the direction of Chong Su Kim from York, PA.

Tuesdays and Thursdays
Grasshopper Class (3-6 year olds) - 6:00PM-7:00PM
7-13 year old - 7:00PM-8:00PM
14+ years of age - 8:00PM-9:00PM

For more information, to register, or to schedule a trial lesson or private lessons, please contact Master Dan Hyson
Phone: 410-581-4800
E-mail: dhyson@merrittclubs.com

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Merritt Eldersburg Children's Programs

Wee Sports Does your child need a place to burn off energy? Wee Sport is a one hour program that will do just that! Games include tag, red light green light, bean bags, balls, etc. Wee Sport will allow your child to burn energy in a safe environment while learning foundations like playing with others, taking turns, and having FUN! For children ages 3-5. Member cost $40, non-members $80.

Wednesdays from 10:30AM-11:30AM.

Kinder Krafters Young children love to paint, draw, glue, and cut. Arts and Crafts are a great way to help children develop their fine motor skills while allowing them to demonstrate their own individuality. Each week we will begin with a story from a favorite children's author. We will discuss the features of the book and then incorporate ideas from the story into craft ideas. All activities are designed to give your children a variety of experiences to use their hands and minds to create something new. Parents are welcome to participate - we can always use more hands! For ages 3-5.

Wednesdays from 10:30AM-11:30AM

Pre-K Gymnastics Pre-school ages 3 1/2-5 years old. Basic gymnastics including positions, form, tumbling, and introduction to gymnastics equipment. Join at any time. Cost pro-rated. Members $80, non-members $120.

Wednesdays 4:30PM-5:15PM or Thursdays 10:15AM-11:00AM

Young Beginner Gymnastics Ages 6 and up. Basic gymnastics including positions, form, flexibility, and introduction to gymnastics equipment. Join at any time. Cost pro-rated. Members $90, non-members $130.

Wednesdays 5:15PM-6:00PM

Tumbling Strength training, flexibility and tumbling, focusing on cartwheels, round-offs,back bends, and handsprings. Ideal for cheerleaders!

Ages 6-8 meet Mondays from 5:30PM-6:15PM
Ages 9 and up meet Mondays 4:45PM-5:30PM

Tumble Bears Gymnastics For toddlers 18 months to 36 months and a parent or caregiver. Provides a wide variety of opportunities for your child to develop social skills, physical abilities, language skills, and self esteem. Parents also have a wonderful opportunity to spend some special one-on-one time with their little ones in a stimulating and nurturing environment.

Class meets Thursdays from 9:30AM-10:15AM

For more information or to register, please contact Darnella Thomas.
Phone: 410-549-8855
E-mail: dathomas@merrittclubs.com

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Merritt Athletic Clubs Dance Academy

Summer Dance Session Join us for a wide variety of weekly dance classes including Ballet, Modern Dance, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Introduction to Dance, and Musical Theater. Registration is now open. Open to members and non-members, ages 2 through adult. Classes take place Monday through Saturday. Please see class schedule or contact Shellie Rosso for specific class times. Fall session begins in September.

Merritt Masterpiece Art Studio Encourages participation from all interested students regardless of their background or prior knowledge. The program emphasizes individual expression while teaching new skills, ideas, and techniques to students ages 3-12. The over all curriculum focuses on art production, criticism, appreciation, aesthetics, expression, and history. At the end of the session, an exhibit will be held so parents and friends may view artwork created by the students. Program begins October 2009.

Irish Dance Workshop Join us to learn basic Irish Step Dancing. This workshop will increase yoru knowledge of Irish folk dancing. Class is open to members and non-members. Two classes (ages 5-10 and 11-adult).

For more information or to register, please contact Shellie Rosso
Phone: 410-549-8855 x118
E-mail: srosso@merrittclubs.com

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Merritt Athletic Clubs Dance Academy Dance Recital
The Merritt Athletic Clubs Dance Academy presents their annual performance featuring all classes including ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, modern dance, musical theatre, and creative dance. Join us at the Carroll Community College Scott Theater as we celebrate our students' achievements.

Sunday, May 31, 2009

For more information, please contact Shellie Rosso
Phone: 410-549-8855 x118
E-mail: srosso@merrittclubs.com

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Racquetball Leagues at Merritt Eldersburg
Winter Racquetball League League open to all levels, from beginners to advanced players. League play runs for approximately 10-12 weeks, depending on the number of participants. Open to Merritt Athletic Clubs members only. Cost $25.

For more information or to register, please contact Diane Wolf
Phone: 410-549-8855
E-mail: dwolf@merrittclubs.com

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Merritt Eldersburg Aquatics Programs
Red Cross Group and Private Swimming Lessons For ages 6 months-14 years. Certified Water Safety Instructors teach beginner and advanced lessons. Younger child lessons are held in our warm water REC pool where children can touch the bottom and stay warm. More advanced lessons take place in the LAP pool. This is a fee-based course that requires advance registration. Download Merritt Athletic Clubs Swimming Lessons brochure.

Youth Stroke Club For ages 5-15. An alternate to competitive swim team, this club refines swimming skills technique, speed, and endurance. Participants must be able to swim the length of the pool using Freestyle stroke and able to perform at Red Cross Level 3. This club is for the more advanced youth swimmer who wants the workout of swimming without the commitment of a swim team.

Mondays 5:45PM-7:00PM and/or Wednesdays 6:45PM-8:00PM

Adult Stroke Club For ages 16 and up. Group lessons focusing on swimming strokes and tailored to the ability level of each swimmer. Enhances swimming skills and fitness level. Participants must be able to swim the length of the pool using the Freestyle stroke.

Fridays from 6:00PM-7:00PM

Youth Stroke Mechanics For ages 5-13. This club is for the intermediate swimmer, able to swim the length of the pool, but still in need of basic stroke refinement. Children may need to have training in Stroke Mechanics before enrolling in Youth Stroke Club.

Thursdays from 6:00PM-7:00PM

Merritt Athletic Swimming-Year Round Swim Team Merritt Athletic Swimming is a year round swim team that has grown to two practice locations - Towson and Eldersburg. The locations combine with over 100 swimmers. This is a competitive swim team program that is year round and offers five competitive levels in which to compete. Practices work on improving stroke form, endurance, and speed of swimmers. Practice times vary according to level. Download brochure and registration form.

Swim team practices Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 4:30PM-6:00PM

Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Red Cross Lifeguard, CPR, and First Aid Certification Course. Must be 15 or older. This is a fee-based course that requires advance registration.

Pool Parties Book your child's birthday party or sports group party at the pool! We offer basic invitations and provide games and activities for your guests. Parties can be themed, basic, or even SCUBA! If you'd like a party for children under 6 years of age, you may also contact the Kids Zone for a party that consists of one hour of pool time followed by an hour at the Kids Zone.

Times available: Friday 6:00PM-8:00PM, Saturday 1:00PM-3:00PM or 3:30PM-5:30PM, Sunday 12:30PM-2:30PM

Pool Toy Glow Swim For ages 8-13. Blast off on our NEW pool toy, the ROCKET ship, for an hour...then out go the lights and on go the glow necklaces for an hour of glow swim. Members $8.00, Non-Members $10.00. Parents may sign in child(ren), leave and then return at 10:00PM for pick up. Snacks available and for sale.

May 30 from 8:00PM-10:00PM

For more information on any of these swim programs, please call Kathy Gilbert
Phone: 410-549-8855
E-mail: kgilbert@merrittclubs.com

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Massage Therapy
Indulge yourself in a relaxing massage. Massage Therapists Sandra Placide and Andrea Thornton. Please call the club to set your appointment or to inquire about current massage specials and rates.

Swedish Massage A general relaxation massage, which allows the body to go into deep relaxation where rest and rejuvenation take place.

Deep Tissue For muscle tension relief and breaking up of adhesions and metabolic waste products caused by exercise, injuries, and stress.

Myofascial Release For chronic holding patterns. This is slow work and the intention is to stretch the fascia that surrounds the muscles.

Sports Massage Working with athletes to keep muscles flushed from lactic acid and metabolic waste producs trapped in the tissue from training. Reduces muscle soreness and adhesions so the athlete can maintain their training schedule.

Pregnancy Massage Designed especially for women who are either pregnant or post partum. As a woman's body goes through many physical and hormonal changes, the massasge therapist brings comfort and relief.

For more information or to book your appointment, please contact Diane Wolf.
Phone: 410-549-8855
E-mail: dwolf@merrittclubs.com

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Diet To Go
Your nutrition solution is "Diet To Go". We'll cook the food, you'll lose the weight!! This program is open to the public...you do not have to be a member to participate.

For more information, please contact the club
Phone: 410-549-8855
Website: www.diettogo.com

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Group Personal Training at Merritt Eldersburg
Have you and your friends ever wanted to participate in a supervised and structured training program? With Group Personal Training, our personal trainers will design and coach you through a workout designed specifically for your goals and needs.

For more information or to register, please contact Stephanie Carrigo
Phone: 410-549-8855
E-mail: scarrigo@merrittclubs.com

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Adult Volleyball
Play volleyball in the gymnasium with coaches Bill and Kristen Wilson.

Sunday afternoons 2:30PM-5:00PM for skilled and experienced players

Members play free of charge. Non-members $15.

For more information or to register, please contact Terry Howard
Phone: 410-549-8855
E-mail: thoward@merrittclubs.com

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Merritt Eldersburg Kids Zone Events
Children's Birthday Parties Parents, have your child's next birthday here at Merritt! Multiple themes to choose from. Parties are booked on weekends at varying times. Just relax, and we'll entertain your guests.

Parent's Nite Out Parents, leave your child(ren) with us and have a night out! Pizza and drinks included. Reservations must be made by the Wednesday prior to the night out. Member cost $15 for one child, $5 for each additional child.

For more information, please contact Darnella Thomas
Phone: 410-549-8855
E-mail: dathomas@merrittclubs.com

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ActivTrax
A program as individualized as YOU! ActivTrax is a custom, computer generated workout program that targets total body fitness - to include muscle toning and weight loss as well as increase strength, cardiovascular ability and energy level. Each time you complete a workout, those results determine your body's current abilities and calculates your potential for the next workout.

For more information, please contact Stephanie Carrigo
Phone: 410-549-8855
E-mail: scarrigo@merrittclubs.com

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