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Member Success Story – Donna

The next PARC 8 Week Challenge kicks off July 22. Hear from Donna (left) who smashed her fitness goals in the last round.

‘8 weeks ago I was feeling sluggish, unmotivated and basically fed up with myself.  I saw the 8 week challenge pop up on social media and thought “ok I’m going to do this – I’m going to commit!” So I signed up and got ready for 8 weeks of what I thought would be hell!

Day one of the challenge I pretty much shed a tear when I saw the scale, this made me even more determined to see this challenge through no matter what. I chose the amazing Pru as my trainer, then literally never looked back (and to my delight it actually was not hell!).

After attending the nutrition seminars, I learned that I didn’t need to deny myself the food I enjoy, and with a bit of tweaking my diet I was actually eating more than before. I found I had so much more energy and really started looking forward to my training sessions. Eight weeks later, I had dropped 10.6kg and had a 7% body fat loss. My fitness level and strength had improved along with my general happiness.

I never thought I could commit to 8 days, let alone 8 weeks. With the help and support of Pru and all the amazing trainers at PARC, I made it through and really enjoyed the whole experience. Now I’m really looking forward to the next 8 week challenge, setting new goals, and being confident that I have the tools and support of Pru and the PARC team to help me achieve them.’

Click here to find out more about our 8 week challenge.

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If you would like to donate, we are accepting gifts and non-perishable items. 

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Our warm-water pool is back open ahead of schedule! Thanks for your patience while the cranes did their thing on the roof. 

Just a friendly reminder that there will still be impacted areas tomorrow, Tuesday December 9, so make sure to check our website before planning your visit. 😊

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‼️ Reminder: Upcoming closure Monday 8 December & Tuesday 9 December ‼️

Please be aware that we have area closures across Monday and Tuesday. 

CLOSED: Monday 8 December closures, 7.00am - 3.30pm 
- Warm Water Pool Hall, including spa, sauna and team room 
- Group Exercise Studio 1 
- Group Exercise Studio 2 
- Allied Health Suites 

CLOSED: Tuesday 9 December closures, 7.00am - 9.00am 
- Main entrance - members and guests will be able to access the building via the Group Entry on the main carpark side of the building. Staff will be onsite to support and direct visitors. 
- Cafe 
- Sections of the gym floor including the stretching area and InBody Scan area. No machines will be impacted. 

For more information, visit our blog via the link in our bio. 
We thank you for your patience as we work to improve your PARC experience.
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Our fabulous PARC Swim team had stations set up across the Centre for parents and students to interact with and learn all about the importance, and different kinds of water safety. 

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