Newsletter
May Newsletter
MAY is for MOMENTUM – Find yours with us during our COMMUNITY DAY OPEN HOUSE!
Tuesday, May 12 | All-Day Access & Special Sessions
Food & Refreshments - Raffle Prizes - Health Screenings - Center Tours
Free Guest Workouts ($15 Value)
Special Joining Incentives – No Enrollment Fee & May is Free ($129 value)
Learn more here.
Just a reminder ...the Hunterdon Health & Wellness Centers will be operating with modified hours for Memorial Day, Monday, May 25, 2026.
Hours 7:00 am - 1:00 pm and no Group Fitness Classes.
May Fitness Article
By: Jim Brown - Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Education (concentration in Exercise Science), ACSM Certified Personal Trainer
Do you ever feel a "tweak" in your back during a workout, or have you stopped exercising altogether because of a nagging old injury? You aren't alone. Whether you are 18 or 88, pain and physical imbalances can make the gym feel like a hurdle rather than a highlight.
These imbalances often stem from past injuries, a sedentary lifestyle, or "compensation patterns"—the way our bodies learn to move incorrectly to avoid discomfort. Corrective exercise is a simple, proven method to find these issues and fix them through a clear, four-step process:
1. Releasing Overactive Muscles Tight or "stuck" muscles are a main cause of discomfort. We use "self-myofascial release"—a fancy term for using foam rollers or massage balls to target tight spots. This helps "calm" the nerves and allows the muscle to relax.
2. Muscle Lengthening Once a muscle is relaxed, we need to improve its range of motion. Through static stretching (holding a stretch for 30+ seconds), we ensure muscles can stretch as they’re intended. This increases circulation and makes your workouts much more efficient.
3. Activating Weakened Muscles This is often the most challenging part. We use isolated strengthening exercises to "wake up" muscles that have been underactive or "napping." By focusing on these specific areas, we ensure your body has the support it needs to move safely.
4. Dynamic Integration Finally, we bring it all together. We teach your muscles to work as a team during functional movements, like squats or lunges. This transforms your body from a collection of compensations into a coordinated, pain-free system.
Move with Confidence By integrating these movements into your routine, you can stop worrying about "getting through" a workout and start focusing on your goals. Whether you want to set a personal record or simply enjoy a pain-free walk, corrective exercise helps you move the way you were designed to.
If you think corrective exercises can help you, stop by one of Hunterdon Health’s Wellness Centers to learn more.
What's New in May?
Walk with a Doc
Are you ready to take a STEP toward better health? Join Dr. Nimish Mehta, Dr. Harshit Shah, and Brittany Trstensky from Hunterdon Medical Center's Stroke Program for our next Walk with A Doc event on Saturday, May 9th. Learn about the signs and symptoms of stroke as well as the risk factors. Then join our walk leaders on a self-paced walk!
The event is FREE, and all are welcome!
Saturday, May 9, 2026
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Hunterdon Health and Wellness Center
1738 Route 31 North
Clinton, NJ 08809
No registration necessary. The event is FREE, and all are welcome!
Celebrate Mother's Day Weekend with us!
May 8th - May 10th
Complimentary Workouts for our Moms, Family & Friends
A Special THANK YOU To The Women Who Do It All!
Looking for the Perfect Gift? GIFT CARDS AVAILABLE
Purchase a gift card for mom to enjoy:
● Fitness Membership
● Personal Training / Coaching Sessions
● Swim Lessons
● Workout Apparel & Gym Bags
Pilates Specialty Class
New class beginning May 4, 2026, with instructor Megan Sellers.
Mondays at 8:00 am and 10:00 am.
Whites Pilates Studio, second floor.
Package price for May $108.00.
For any questions or to register, please call the Whitehouse Wellness Center front desk at 908-534-7600 ext 0.
Discounted Summer Memberships
HUNTERDON HEALTH & WELLNESS CENTERS SUMMER SCHOOL SPECIAL!
May Through August - NO ENROLLMENT FEE!
STAFF:
Whitehouse Station - $52.25/month
Clinton & Whitehouse Station - $59.75/month
STUDENTS:
$50.00/month - Clinton & Whitehouse Station
Ages 12 through 17 must have a parent present when completing the registration form.
No freezes, cancellations, or refunds offered. New joins only.
Group Class Changes
Clinton
Addition:
Thursday - Chair Yoga at 11:00 am with Susan in Studio 3
Thursday - Chair Fitness at 12:00 am with Susan in Studio 3
Friday - Chair Yoga at 10:30 am with Susan in Studio 3
Saturday - Core & More (30 min) at 10:00 am with Deb in Studio 1
Change:
Saturday - Body Pump 9:00 am (previously at 8:00 am) with Erin in Studio 1
Thursday - Gentle Yoga at 9:00 am (previously at 10:00 am) with Nicole in Studio 3
Saturday - Core & More (30 min) at 10:00 am with Deb in Studio 3 (previously Studio 1)
Cancellation:
Thursday - Mat Pilates Fusion at 9:00 am with Nicole in Studio 3
Whitehouse Station
Addition:
Saturday - Mat Pilates Fusion at 8:30 am with Nicole in the Atrium
Saturday - Slow Barre at 9:30 pm with Nicole in the Atrium
Cancellation:
Friday - Slow Barre at 12:00 pm with Nicole in the Atrium
Get Trained in First Aid
GET CERTIFIED IN FIRST AID!
UPCOMING DATES:
May 23, 2026
Time: 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
The courses listed are held at the Hunterdon Health and Wellness Center in Clinton.
Heartsaver First Aid provides students with training in the lifesaving skills of first aid, empowering them to act with confidence in the event of an emergency at work, home, or in the community. The course cost is $53 per person. To register for the class, please contact us at 908-788-6614 or CPRinfo@hhsnj.org.
CPR & FIRST AID TRAINING
GET CERTIFIED IN HEARTSAVER CPR & AED IN JUST A FEW HOURS!
UPCOMING DATES:
May 16, 2026
Time: 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
The courses listed are held at the Hunterdon Health and Wellness Center in Clinton.
Courses cover Adult and Child CPR as well as AED use. The course cost is $60 per person. To register for the class, please contact us at 908-788-6614 or CPRinfo@hhsnj.org.
Endurance Swim Program
The Endurance Swim Program offers a challenging workout designed to improve technique, endurance, and speed. Each class will focus on a different aspect of swimming.
Current classes - Clinton:
Mixed Level, Tuesday 6:15 am - 7:15 am
Experienced, Tuesday 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Beginner, Tuesday 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Members: $48.00 monthly
Guests: $68.00 monthly
Drop In Rate: $18.00 members, $24.00 guests
Register on the Member Portal or call the front desk at 908-735-6884.
Hot Tub Cleaning Schedules
Hot Tub Cleaning Schedule
Clinton - Hours: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Friday, May 15th
Wednesday, May 27th
Whitehouse Station - Hours 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Tuesday, May 5th
Thursday, May 21st
We're Hiring Lifeguards!
If you or someone you know is looking for a fun, rewarding position in a supportive environment, we’d love to hear from you.
Why work with us?
- Flexible hours
- A chance to make a difference in our members’ safety and experience.
- Free Wellness Center membership after 60 days
Requirements:
- Current lifeguard certification
- Strong swimming skills
- Commitment to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment
If you’re interested or know someone who would be a great fit, please apply or share this opportunity!
For more information or to submit your application, visit the following link: Application, and enter lifeguard into the search bar for available positions. Or you can contact Catherine Connors at cconnors@hhsnj.org.
Group Exercise Class Registration
- Registration will now open 72 hours (3 days) in advance of each class. (For example, if you’d like to take a class on Thursday, registration for that class will open at 12 am (midnight) on Monday. Please note that the day of the class does not count toward the 72 hours.)
- Registration will continue to open at midnight, as our current system does not allow us to adjust this time.
- To help make classes more accessible to everyone, we are encouraging members to sign up for no more than two classes within any 3-hour window. This will help ensure that more members have the opportunity to participate in the classes they enjoy.
- We also kindly ask that if you are unable to attend a class you are registered for, please cancel at least 2 hours in advance. This allows other members the opportunity to take your spot and helps our instructors plan accordingly.
Reminders will be posted at the front desk and inside each group fitness studio, and our team is happy to answer any questions you may have.
Friendly Reminders!
Aquatics:
Reminder - Please be sure to shower before entering any of our pools and refrain from hanging or sitting on the lap lanes. See Pool Schedules.
Fitness Floor:
Please be mindful when stepping onto the track. Members utilize the track for different reasons and you do not want to get run down. Treat it like you are crossing the street, be sure to look both ways!
Equipment:
Everyone has been doing a great job of wiping down the machines and keeping our equipment clean. Thank you for your consideration!
PLEASE NOTE!
If you are waitlisted for a class and someone cancels, you will automatically be moved into the class and an email will be sent to you if it is within 2 hours of the class start time.
Two hours prior to the class, the waitlist closes and no one automatically gets moved in. The reason for this is the person being moved into the class may not get the notification in time, therefore, we are potentially holding a spot for someone who may not get the message. Members should check the portal/app or may call in within two hours of the start time to find out if there is an opening. In other words, the open spots become available to anyone at the two hour mark.
If you are on the waitlist and you decide that you are not going to attend, we ask that you please remove yourself. We also kindly ask that members who are unable to attend a class, cancel their registration more than 2 hours before the class begins. Please remember that if you do not cancel at all, you are subject to a $10 penalty.
If you refer a friend or family member and they join the Wellness Centers, you will receive a choice of $20 on your club account that can be used toward any service, product, or membership fee OR two free guest passes.
We appreciate your customer loyalty and are happy to help guide you on your wellness journey!
If you have any further questions or comments, we welcome your phone calls to our Front Desk!
Most Sincerely,
