Worcester Fitness is proud to announce that we will be providing complimentary memberships to spouses of deployed Reservists and National Guard as a proud member of the IHRSA Joining Forces Network.

The IHRSA Joining Forces Network, an affiliation of health clubs offering free memberships to the spouses of actively deployed Reservists and National Guard members throughout the country, successfully merges the active lifestyle goals of Let’s Move! with the desire to provide support and services to military families through Joining Forces.

“Worcester Fitness is honored to be a participating member of The IHRSA Joining Forces Network and is excited to begin supporting the needs of these military families” says Joe Santa Maria General Manager of Worcester Fitness “Our staff is so proud to be able to give back to the families of these courageous Americans in such a unique and beneficial way,” adds Santa Maria.

Beginning December 1, 2011 immediate family members of currently deployed Reservists and National Guard from the Worcester, MA community are invited to begin their complimentary 6-month membership.

“Under the guidance of our trained professionals, these families will receive great healthy lifestyle advice and training in a supportive environment. Our entire staff is energized and excited to extend our services to these families. We can only imagine how stressful it must be to have a loved one so far from home, so we are honored to help with their health, happiness and stress-relief in the ways we know best.” said Santa Maria.

Joining Forces is a national initiative that mobilizes all sectors of society to give American service members and their families the opportunities and support they have earned. In support of Joining Forces, the International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association (IHRSA), created the Joining Forces Network, an initiative that provides free health club memberships to immediate family members of deployed Reservists and National Guard members.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS

1. Who is eligible to receive a free membership?
Spouses of actively deployed Reservists and National Guard members are eligible.

2. Is the program only available to family members of Reservists and National Guard?
Yes. The program is for family members of actively deployed Reservists and National Guard members because these families do not typically have easy access to fitness facilities located on military bases.

3. How long will the complimentary membership be in effect?
Participating clubs are encouraged to offer 6 month memberships however, it is important to contact the club to confirm the details and availability of their offer.

4. Should I expect to pay for additional services, such as towels, lockers, etc.?
Yes, it is reasonable for clubs to charge for additional services, assuming that paying members are also required to pay for the services.

5. I am already a member of a participating club. Does this mean that my membership is now free?
No. Club members should expect to fulfill their current contractual obligations.

ELIGIBLE FAMILY MEMBERS SHOULD FOLLOW THESE STEPS TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE IHRSA JOINING FORCES NETWORK.

1. CALL THE CLUB to confirm the details and availability of their offer, and to arrange a visit. Be sure to inquire about the type of identification and documentation required by the club.

2. Upon arrival, be prepared to provide the identification and documentation required, as well as to complete the necessary paperwork to get started.