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 viXen Training
Lori Christensen
lori@vixentraining.com
www.vixentraining.com
When not trekking in Nepal and clearing her mind, Lori meets a bunch of gals at sunrise on the beach with a smile on her face. After a 45 minute, heart pumping, muscle waking workout, you will be glad you joined her.
Sweat Pilates
Moe Daniels
8540 Washington Boulevard, Culver City, CA 90232
310-202-0000
310-202-8400 fax
www.Sweatpilates.com
There is nothing wimpy about what Moe has created at her studio on the east side of Culver City. It's not just Pilates and it is always about sweat! Prepare to work it and challenge yourself.
YAS – Yoga and Spinning
1101 Abbot Kinney Blvd., Venice, CA 90291
866-YAS-YOGA
310-396-6903 fax
www.go2yas.com
Founded in 2001 by Kimberly Fowler, YAS Fitness Center was the first studio dedicated to the combination of spinning and yoga, sparking the yoga hybrid movement that remains today's biggest fitness trend. YAS attracts strong and capable clients seeking to take their fitness to new levels.
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Triathlon
 viXen Training
Lori Christensen
lori@vixentraining.com
www.vixentraining.com
If you are a woman and a beginner to the world of triathlon or want to be, Lori is the one to guide you on your journey. She will teach you to swim, run, and cycle your way to the finish line, smiling the entire way.
LA Triathlon Club
Liz Oaks Hamm
Managing Director
310-488-7927
www.latriclub.com
Los Angeles is a big place and if you want to meet up with other like-minded triathletes, join up. Sporteve is a sponsor of the Club and the gals at sporteve help lead various workouts including a winter ride and a summer swim. All LA TriClub members also receive a store discount, just give us your membership number.
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Cycling
PV Bicycle Center
Palos Verdes at the corner of Hawthorne & Silver Spur
4B Peninsula Center
Rolling Hills Estates, CA 90274
310- 377-7441
310-377-2762 fax
www.pvbike.com
PV Bicycle Center is the South Bay's finest bike shop and Specialized Concept Shop with other premium brands like Blue, Orbea, Look, Titus and Waterford, accommodating all price levels. They give you the kind of personalized one-on-one service that only a neighborhood shop can provide.
veloworx
3106 Lincoln Boulevard (just south of Ocean Park)
Santa Monica, CA 90405
310-584-9797
310-584-9799 fax
www.veloworx.com
Like the gals at sporteve, Sukeon of Veloworx only sells products he believes in. Where else will you find Brooks Leather Conditioner for your leather handlebar tape! The first time I took my bike by for a tune up, Sukeon had his staff deliver it to me when they finished. Now that's service.
Peterson Training
Ron Peterson
Professional Bike Fit and Coaching Services
310-863-3202
ron@petersontraining.com
www.petersontraining.com
Ron hangs out his fit shingle at Cynergy Cycles in Santa Monica when he is not training cyclists to be better, faster, and fitter. If you need someone to take a look at your position on your bike to optimize your output and comfort, look to Ron.
C.I.C.L.E.
Cyclists Inciting Change thru LIVE Exchange
4734 Eagle Rock Blvd. #1001
Los Angeles, California 90041
323 478-0060
bike@cicle.org
www.CICLE.org
C.I.C.L.E is a Los Angeles based not-for-profit helping riders of all ages and skill levels use bicycles for everyday transportation. They believe that bicycling can improve our health, build community, save money, and protect our environment …all while being fun! See what they are involved in.
The Culver City Bicycle Coalition
ccbicyclecoalition@gmail.com
www.culvercity.wordpress.com
The Culver City Bicycle Coalition was formed in 2010 to make Culver City a safer, more bike-friendly community. It is an all-volunteer, member-supported organization that encourages cycling, educates cyclists and motorists for safer streets, and advocates for a more bike-friendly Culver City.
Shifting Gears
www.shiftinggearscycling.com
Shifting gears is a cycling club dedicated to making cycling a safe, fun and communal experience for riders of all levels. Our mission is to train, educate, and help cyclists achieve their goals. We offer easy, moderate and challenging road bike rides every week, so come out and join us! Ask for Beth Brown and let her know how you found her.
Bike Cleaning
Leslie Lightheart
dsrthearts@aol.com
Leslie will treat your bicycle like it is her own and make it shine like it is new.
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Running
Natural Running Network
Richard Diaz
1612 East Ventura Boulevard
Camarillo, CA 93010
805-484-1347
805-484-9827
Diazhp@verizon.net
www.Naturalrunningnetwork.com
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Swimming
viXen Training
Lori Christensen
lori@vixentraining.com
www.vixentraining.com
When Lori is not getting sand in her crack on the beach, or training groups of women for their first triathlon, she is undoubtedly swimming in the ocean. She looks just like a dolphin out there and can teach you to get through the wave, site your way across the ripples of the water, and body surf your way back to shore.
Keri Hehn
Keri@swim.net
Keri is on the US National Team and a member of the 2009 World Championship Team. If you are looking for a knowlegable, gentle coach to teach you to swim in the pool, Keri is your gal.
Coach Gerry Rodrigues
310 432-3683
gerry@tower26.com
www.tower26.com
Gerry has the reputation of being one of the best swim coaches in LA. He believes in hard work and will push you to be your best which is better than you think.
SCAQ
Schedule: (310) 390-SWIM
Fax: (310) 390-2917
scaq@swim.net
www.swim.net/scaq.cfm
SCAQ is the largest Masters swimming program in the United States. Established in 1979 by Clay Evans and Bonnie Adair, SCAQ is a swimming club for every level of adult swimmer, novice to Olympian. SCAQ offers over 50 weekly workouts in West LA and downtown - morning, noon, and night. SCAQ also offers weekly stroke clinics, ocean workouts and participation in local, regional, and national competitions through United States Masters Swimming.
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Bodywork
Ubi Sheikh
Ubi's Massage
310-869-0833
Ubi.Sheikh@gmail.com
www.ubisheikh.webs.com
Ubi can tell a lot about you by just "seeing" you. Over time, he will learn to read your body as well. His massage and energy work helps the body restore itself and manage stress in a space free of judgment while feeling welcomed and honored.
Russ Pfeiffer
Rolfing, Yoga, Movement Reeducation
310-892-0737
www.Russpfeiffer.com
Russ is all the things in his title, a Rolfer, a yoga instructor, and movement specialist, and handsome as well. Over years of living, our bodies harness the energy of all we have done. Whether it is the sprained ankle, the protective posture, the fall off our tricycle, all these effect how we carry and present ourselves. Rolfing is like getting major bodywork done on your car after years of fender benders, door knocks, and rear-enders.
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Surf Instruction
Kim Welsh
Oceana Surf
310-500-9605
oceanasurf@gmail.com
www.oceanasurf.com
Kim has been surfing since 1995 and has dedicated her life to her passion. She began teaching friends to surf and found that being able to share her talent so gratifying that she decided to make surfing a way of life. She is patient and funny – the best combination in a teacher when one is trying to learn how to master to complexities of surfing.
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Surf Shops
Rider Shack
13211 West Washington Blvd.,
Los Angeles, CA 90066
310-821-SURF (7873)
www.ridershack.com
Rider Shack is a family owned business that started with a big dream and humble beginnings. Jeff and Lacey began with a desire to pursue something they loved and wanted to share. They stock a great selection of wetsuits, surfboards and surf gear. They also rent surfboards and Stand Up Paddle (SUP) boards at reasonable rates.
Action Water Sports
4144 Lincoln Blvd.,
Marina Del Rey, CA 90291
310-827-2233
www.actionwatersports.com
Russ and his team can help you with a variety of water sports. Lessons are available for paddleboard and kayaking as well as wakeboard and kite surfing.
They also have a wide selection of surfboards-new and used.
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