RAC Towel Service

Every time I stop by the laundry room, I am astonished by how many towels are washed, dried and folded each day. Without the RAC associates who work in the laundry and locker rooms, your experience as a member would suffer tremendously—keeping the locker room consumables filled, cleaning counters and mirrors, stocking paper towels and toilet paper, cleaning the floor, and TOWELS!

The number of towels washed and folded daily is a bit mind boggling. We have six high-capacity washers and dryers that run non-stop from the moment we open until we close. Stacks of towels need to be folded all day, everyday. At peak times, it can be impossible to keep up.

Many mid and even some higher-level clubs do not offer complimentary towel services to their members. While some clubs do not have them available, others charge for the towels. Some clubs only have towel service for their highest tier memberships, while some clubs had towel service but, after Covid, cut back on this service. It makes sense because offering a towel service is expensive. No worries, we cannot imagine the RAC without towel service.

Many members would like to see us offer larger towels. This sounds like a simple request, but having larger towels would have serious unintended consequences. First, the towel shelving around the club is sized to accommodate the towels we have. We could fold them differently but could not fit as many on the shelves (we go through way to many so that is not an option). Also, when most towels are clean and the club is not busy, the laundry room would not fit all the clean folded towels.

Bigger towels mean fewer towels in the washer and dryers, and potentially longer dry time. Thus, we could easily run out of towels during peak times. Lastly, theft is always a problem with any club offering towel service. We estimate at least a dozen towels each day walk out our club. Larger towels would be even more enticing, thus increasing overhead in this area.

During the summer, we do not allow towels to be brought to the outdoor pool. We would run out of towels on busy pool days. This is why we ask members to bring their own towels to the outdoor pool. We also have beach towels for rent at the outdoor desk ($1.00/towel).

We understand that many members need more than one towel. However, when members use stacks of towels, it becomes wasteful. We expect all members to dispose of their towels in the towel bins. Leaving them on the floor is disrespectful to other members as well as our staff. We have towel bins located in convenient locations in the locker room.

Finally, I want thank the Locker Room Attendants for all they do to keep the towels available. It is a big job and a continuous cycle. Because of them, you can always expect clean, fresh towels at the end of a workout.

Brent Frueh

General Manager
Rochester Athletic Club
(507) 287-9305 Phone
[email protected] Email

New! Cryolounge+ Now Available!

CryoLounge+ is an advanced recovery chair with integrated cold and heat zones. Cold is applied to target soreness or minor aches and pains, while heat is applied in other areas of the body for a comfortable experience.

Sign-up for any Cryo package in April and receive 2,500 RAC Perk Points! Ends April 30th.

For more information, please stop by the Activities Desk.

Reduced Guest Fees Across the Country!

The IHRSA Passport Program provides RAC Members with guest privileges at a network of participating clubs worldwide so they can stay in shape when they travel! Members of participating clubs receive a discount when purchasing a one-day pass at a Passport club.

Learn more and download the app here. Use the invitation code PSSN-340.

Now Serving Kids' Smoothies!

Check out our newest addition to The Market Smoothie Menu - Kid-friendly shakes! Choose from one of five delicious smoothies sure to keep your little one happy and healthy!

The Market Hours

Monday – Friday

8:30 am – 7:00 pm

Saturday and Sunday

9:30 am – 6:00 pm

Babysitter Registration

It is that time of year again! Current babysitters will expire on April 30th. If you need to renew or add a babysitter to your membership, please complete the babysitter form from either the Front Desk or online. Please return the completed form to the Front Desk.

Summer Smile Reminders

The Front Desk staff will be updating photos in April and May. This is a key step in keeping the club and your membership secure.

Lifeguarding Class Coming Soon!

The RAC is looking for lifeguards for year-round employment. We are running a lifeguarding class on April 20, 21, 22, and 23. The cost is $220 for members and $270 for non-members.

Please contact Whitney Benedetti at (507) 287-9314 for more information or to register.

Take a Sound Bath Experience

Location: Mind Body Studio

Time: 12:00 - 1:00 pm

$15 fee for members/$27 for non-members

Sound Bath is a meditative experience where participants are bathed in sound waves. Listen to sounds created by the Sound Bath performer and have your own unique, relaxed, meditative, or therapeutic experience! This offering is more in-depth than the weekly Sound Bath offering--more instruments, two performers, and an hour long!

Upcoming Dates:

April 2nd

May 7th

May 21st

June 4th

Treat Yourself!

Enjoy a professional massage from one of our massage therapists! Massages are available for members and non-members! Techniques include Swedish, Deep Tissue, and Integrative Therapies. For more information on massage, please click here. Members may book an appointment through your Member Login on the RAC app or by calling the Activities Desk at (507) 287-9300 to schedule an appointment for you or a guest!

Just for Me Summer Camp

AGES 3 - 8

Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Extended hours are available.

Campers will enjoy crafts, games, learning, snacks, outside play and a whole lot more.

These are one day camps. Sign up for one or for all!

Daily themes are subject to change.

Members: $25/day
Non-members: $33/day

Email Jessica Gravenhof for questions.

RAC Explorer Summer Camp

AGES 5 - 7

Daily 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Extended hours are available.

A great introduction into the full summer camp experience for younger kids. Campers stretch their social, emotional, and physical muscles to develop a love of exploration and friendship building. Campers will spend the week participating in engaging, hands-on activities, centered around a weekly theme. Field trips are optional, and are a separate add-on to camp.

Camps include breakfast, lunch, and snacks.

Weekly Rates:

Members: $300
Non-members: $360

Daily Rates: (Sign up through the Activities Desk only)
Members: $90
Non-members: $105

View the weekly themes on the Schedule of Activities

Email Jessica Gravenhof for questions.

RAC Adventure Summer Camp

AGES 8 - 10

Daily 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Extended hours are available.

Every week brings a new adventure for kids! Each week is full of games. Sports, arts and crafts, swimming and more. Campers will spend the week participating in engaging, hands-on activities, centered around a weekly theme. Field trips are optional, and a separate add-on to camp.

Camps include breakfast, lunch, and snacks.

Weekly Rates:

Members: $300
Non-members: $360

Daily Rates: (Sign up through the Activities Desk only)
Members: $90
Non-members: $105

View the weekly themes on the Schedule of Activities

Email Jessica Gravenhof for questions.

RAC Expedition Summer Camp

AGES 11 - 13

Daily 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Extended hours are available.

Designed for the older summer camper as they transition into middle or high school. This is an opportunity to develop leadership skills, while skill participating in fun games and activities. Each week focuses on a different theme with engaging, hands-on activities. Field trips are optional, and a separate add-on to camp.

Camps include breakfast, lunch, and snacks.

Weekly Rates:

Members: $300
Non-members: $360

Daily Rates: (Sign up through the Activities Desk only)
Members: $90
Non-members: $105

View the weekly themes on the Schedule of Activities

Email Jessica Gravenhof for questions.

RAC App Pro

Go Pro through your RAC App! Scroll down on your app home page until you see the Go Pro tile! Click it and start your journey to better mental and physical health! Only $4.99/month for members, $9.99/month for non-members. If you would like more information, please contact Steve Boring (RAC Fitness Director).

RAC Job Opportunities

Now Hiring Outdoor Maintenance Associates

For Summer Only

Minimum age is 18; College Students Preferred.

Go to the RAC website and click Career Opportunities to apply.

Seeking Applications through April 20

Date Nights

Kids-need a night just for you? Come to one of our date nights this month! We will eat pizza, make a cool craft, watch a movie, and eat snacks. Wear your pajamas and bring a sleeping bag for the movie.

April 14th

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Ages 3 - 8 years old

April 28th - Earth Day

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Ages 3 - 8 years old

Members $15 | Non-members $23

Active PT Free Screenings

ActivePT will be providing FREE 15-minute screens at the RAC on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, from 10:30 am - 12:30 pm. Screenings are a great opportunity to have your pain assessed by a licensed physical therapist and allow you to continue your fitness journey.

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