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He closed on a deal in late June to purchase the club on Grove Street from Sue and Jim Johnstone. Hirschel, who owns facilities in Southbury, New Milford and New York City, has rebranded the club as "the gym."
“We know Ridgefield is a great town, people are health conscious, wellness oriented and athletic,” Hirschel said. “We’re excited to invest in this town.”
Members will be treated to new equipment for cardiovascular, strength training and functional movement. He plans to add new classes and new ideologies/methodologies such as Pilates. Members will also have access to the Southbury and New Milford facilities. The New Milford Sports Club has three saltwater pools and racquetball for Ridgefield members to enjoy.
The other dramatic change is the lower cost. “We represent a best in class concept in fitness,” Hirschel said. “We’re a smaller gym with a boutique, luxury experience. It’s priced competitively yet members receive great value. I think the lower prices will be well received.”
His facility in Southbury includes treadmills, exercise bikes, ellipticals, cross trainers, ergometers and stairmasters for cardio training. Strength training equipment includes free motion equipment for the back, shoulders and chest, free weights, kettlebells and Cybex machines.
The gym will continue to offer child care. Hirschel has transferred Ann Glaser to be the new general manger. She has been general manager of the Southbury location since it opened in 2008.
“There are other options, but we’re really the only full-service luxury facility in town,” Hirschel said. "From our services to our classes and the best personal trainers in the area, the gym differentiates itself from everything else out there."
For more information, contact the club at 203-431-5000 or visit www.thegym.com.
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