News April 2024

 As spring blossoms and sunny days multiply, we're delighted to welcome you to our special April newsletter!

COINTRIN

The Ailes by Harmony swimming pool

We are pleased to announce that a partnership has been signed between the Société coopérative d'Habitation "les Ailes" Ville de Meyrin and the Harmony Group. The latter will take over the management and operation of the Cointrin Sports Center, Piscine des Ailes. From mid-May to mid-September, Harmony organizes a wide range of activities on site, in addition to safety supervision. Whether for the whole family, in the water or outdoors, everything is designed to help you make the most of the summer season.

To help you prepare for summer, Harmony Blandonnet has teamed up with the Ailes swimming pool to organize a series of multi-activity courses for children aged 6 to 11, from July 1 to 12 and August 12 to 16, Monday to Friday. These courses include a variety of sporting, aquatic, cultural and fun activities, all supervised by professionals.

Stay tuned for more surprises in the near future!

On-site facilities for young and old alike.

Outdoor pool:
1 x 25 m pool
1 x medium pool
1 paddling pool

Outdoor space:
1 children's play area
1 multi-sports field park

Courses for all ages and levels:
Aqua Harmony swimming school
Aqua Fitness (aquagym, aquabike, etc.)
Outdoor fitness (pilates, cardio-boxing, etc.)
Multi-activity courses for children (kidsclub)
Harmonyversaire

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Address
Chemin des Ailes 35,
1216 Cointrin, Switzerland

Phone
+41 21 803 03 33

Mail
info@harmony.ch

Public opening hours
Mid-May to mid-June 11am - 7pm
Mid-June to mid-August 11am - 8pm
Mid-August to mid-September 11am - 7pm

DENGES

Yoga in Harmony

At Harmony fitness clubs in Switzerland, yoga plays a key role, emphasizing the importance of holistic health. Yoga, with its ancient roots, offers a balanced approach to body and mind. Meditative practices and physical postures promote flexibility, strength and inner peace. In a hectic urban landscape, yoga becomes a refuge for mental well-being, improving resilience in the face of daily stress. The dynamic community of Harmony clubs integrates this discipline, enabling members to cultivate physical and mental harmony, reinforcing their commitment to a healthy, balanced life.

Yoga Masterclass in Denges

Soraya invites you to a masterclass dedicated to your inner balance.

The program

Part 1: drum meditation 40 min
Plunge into a state of deep relaxation with our drum meditation session.

Part 2: Vinyasa and Yin Yoga 2h20
Explore the harmony between the fluid movement of Vinyasa and the restorative gentleness of Yin Yoga.

Detox juices and snacks
After these moments of deep well-being, treat yourself to a revitalizing break with our refreshing detox juices and a small snack.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Dates
Saturday April 13th

Schedule
1pm to 4pm

Prices
35 for members
55.for non-members

Registration
At your club reception desk or by e-mail to denges@harmony.ch

SIGNY

Yoga Retreat in Hammamet

From May 18 to 21, treat yourself to a revitalizing weekend under the sunny skies of Hammamet. Immerse yourself in a spiritual experience guided by Soraya's gentle touch at sunrise and sunset.

ON THE PROGRAM

From Saturday, May 18 to Tuesday, May 21, 2024.
Hammamet, Tunisia, at the Hotel Thalasso Bel Azur
Open to Harmony members and non-members.
No pre-requisite level, open to all.

Every day from Sunday:
1/ 7.30am-8.30pm Vinyasa Yoga on an empty stomach.
2/ 6pm-7.45pm Vinyasa Yoga and Yin yoga
3/ Last practice on Tuesday morning at 7.30am
4/ Visit to the Medina.

Extend the pleasure of pampering yourself during your free time with the treatments and massages (at extra cost) offered by the hotel where you will be staying. For reservations, write to Soraya ms.perreten@bluewin.ch

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Private yoga retreat for up to 20 people.

Rates
CHF 340 per person in a double room and CHF 590 per person in a single room.

Included in the price
1/ Overnight stays from May 18th to 21st
2/ Half-board, i.e. breakfast and dinner in the form of a multinational buffet.
3/ Airport transfer to and from the hotel
4/ Daily yoga practices

Not included in the price
1/ Yoga equipment
2/ Return flights via Easy Jet Geneva-Enfidha.

Registration and information
At your club reception desk, by telephone on 022 363 88 55, or by e-mail signy@harmony.ch or ms.perreten@bluewin.ch

Employee profile

Rémi, from gloves to bodybuilding to photography...

"Portrait of the Month. Our goal is to celebrate the exceptional individuals who make Harmony a place where People are at the heart of our daily lives. Each month, we'll share with you an insightful introduction to one of our dedicated people, highlighting their journey, their achievements and what makes them unique. We firmly believe that for every success story there is an inspirational person, and we look forward to introducing you to the faces that help make our company shine. This month, we asked Rémi to tell us about himself.

Who am I?
Hello, I'm Rémi, born in Geneva in 1970. My career path is marked by an early passion for martial arts, unshakeable determination and multidisciplinary expertise developed over decades of commitment. My real revelation came at the age of 15, when I discovered Thai Boxing, a passion that has since shaped my life for almost 39 years.

What's my background?
Having spent part of my youth training in Thailand, my sporting career was unfortunately interrupted in 1998 due to injury. However, rather than give in to discouragement, I chose to turn this ordeal into an opportunity to share my passion and expertise. With a view to enriching my skills as a trainer, I obtained a diploma in nutrition and took a course in anatomical morphology. At the same time, photography has become a passion and a professional skill that I've been cultivating for a decade. Combining creativity and technical skill, this practice enriches my daily life.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Where can you find me?
Despite a slight health setback, I'll be back in April at MAA by Harmony, where I give Thai Boxing classes on:
Mondays from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m.
Tuesdays from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. and from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m.
Thursdays from 7:30 to 9:00 p.m.

Partner portrait

Fourteen

Each month, discover one of our "Star Partners", by diving into their captivating world. These key players in our network, whose values echo our own, are among the key factors in our success. Today, we are pleased and honored to unveil a new and fruitful alliance with the arrival of Fourteen, our trusted partner.

About us
We are a Swiss company based in Geneva. We specialize in the production and marketing of sportswear for a wide range of sports, both team and individual.

Through our history and our strengths, we always seek to combine Swiss precision with Italian style. Our aim is to create a unique product that meets the highest expectations.

Our "made-to-measure" approach and our constant quest for quality enable us to find innovative solutions that meet your needs, whether you're a club of amateurs or professional athletes, federations, associations, schools, companies or private customers.

We attach great importance to quality: the quality of our designs, the quality of our products, the quality of our services and the quality of our relationships with our partners.

What is our vision for the partnership with Harmony Fitness?
Our partnership aims to equip all Harmony employees with high-quality products, so that they can enjoy their daily workouts.
We will also be designing and producing collections for Harmony members, to offer a wide choice of textiles and accessories needed for sporting activities.
More surprises to be discovered soon.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

On our social networks
Instagram fourteencompany
Linkedin fourteenofficial
Facebook 14fourteenofficial

And in store
Boutique at the Geneva Business Center, Av. des Morgines 12, 1213 Lancy

Club life

Spring afterwork

Spring is settling in nicely, and to celebrate the arrival of this promising season, we're delighted to invite you to our afterworks. It's the perfect opportunity to bond over sport and strengthen our community.

Blandonnet

AfterWork entertainment for a festive atmosphere.

Because before there's comfort there's effort, try your luck at winning a free month's subscription, for yourself or as a gift for a loved one!

Two challenges await you

1/ Expend a maximum of calories on the bike
Put your legs to the test and pedal to burn a maximum of calories. Whoever reaches the top of the leaderboard will win the first challenge.

2/ Beat the pull-up record
Test your strength and endurance by attempting to beat the pull-up record. The most successful athlete will be rewarded on the night.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Date & time
Thursday, April 25, 6 to 8 p.m.
Harmony members only

Registration
At the club reception desk, by phone +41 22 341 42 43, or by e-mail blandonnet@harmony.ch.

Please note
Exceptionally, the mobility/stretching course will be cancelled on this occasion.

Take advantage of our afterwork to explore new activities and meet new people.

Eaux-Vives

Because you loved him in the first act, Geneva DJ VLADSKOVA will be on hand again for this Spring AfterWork. The evening will end with a buffet, the presence of our partners and... a few dance steps.

As part of this afterwork, we're organizing 

Two team teach classes
18H15- 19H00: Pilates with Harut and Emilie
19H00- 19H45: BodyJam with Emilie and Thomas

Small Group Training flash in the functional zone
Training groups supervised by your favourite coaches, with various themes such as cardio, strengthening or abs.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Theme
Come accompanied

Date & time
Thursday, April 25, from 6 pm
Available to Harmony members

Registration
At SGT at club reception, by phone on 022 800 00 01, or by e-mail at eaux-vives@harmony.ch

Please note
Exceptionally, the usual group classes will be cancelled in favor of this exceptional evening.

Club life

But also...

La Praille

English boxing seminar
Following the enthusiasm generated by previous events, the Harmony La Praille club is once again teaming up with the MAA to present a brand new English boxing seminar featuring a renowned talent in the field. Join us to (re)discover this exciting world!

Benefit from the expertise of an English boxing master during an exclusive seminar with Coach Chris! A unique opportunity to learn and hone your skills from an expert.
Never practiced? No problem, this seminar is open to all and requires no previous experience. All you have to do is get started!

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Date & time
Saturday, April 27 from 12 to 2 p.m.

Prices
CHF 50 for MAA and Harmony members and CHF 60 for non-members.

Registration and information
At your club reception desk

Accessible to adults and teenagers aged 13 and over

Meyrin

New class
Harmony Workout is a new form of class in the bodybuilding area designed to offer you the opportunity to train effectively and safely, while benefiting from the expertise of our certified coaches. Join us to achieve your fitness goals!

Harmony Workout is designed to offer you a complete and personalized experience. Supervised by our certified coaches in the weight training area at Harmony Meyrin, this course aims to make you autonomous in your fitness and weight training.
Whether you're a beginner, intermediate or advanced, the sessions are designed to help you achieve your wellness, fitness and muscle-building goals.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Meet every Monday and Friday from 9am to 10am in the Harmony Meyrin gym.

To find your schedule click here

Club life Kids' side

Extra activities for everyone

The Easter vacations are fast approaching. So it's time for us to tell you about our great multi-activity courses for youngsters! To prepare for your summer vacations with complete peace of mind, register your children now.

Veyrier, Denges, MAA

Multi-activity courses for children
From water fun to sports exploration, we've put together a varied and exciting program for your children.

Our experienced staff are on hand to ensure that every child has an exceptional time in a safe and stimulating environment, providing the ideal opportunity for an enriching vacation.

Don't miss this opportunity to offer your children a vacation full of discovery, learning and fun!

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Dates & times
Veyrier and Denges
from Tuesday April 2 to Friday April 5.

Veyrier, Denges and MAA
from Monday April 8 to Friday April 12, 2024.

Veyrier and Denges
9:00 am to 5:30 pm
8:00 am to 6:00 pm

MAA
8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Prices
Veyrier and the MAA: 550.00/week course including meals and snacks
Denges: 90.00/day course not including meals and snacks

Registration
limited and compulsory.

MAA
Veyrier

Children's swimming course
We're delighted to announce that we're organizing swimming courses for your children during the spring vacations.

Our swimming courses are designed to provide an enriching, safe and fun experience for all participants.

Our qualified instructors work with each child according to his or her skill level, offering personalized attention to help them progress in the water.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Timetable
Every morning, depending on the children's level.

Price
150chf/ week

Registration
limited and mandatory
022 752 54 54 or
veyrier@harmony.ch

Veyrier

Easter's Day
Harmony Veyrier celebrates Easter.
We look forward to sharing this moment of happiness and celebration with you and your children. Come one, come all, and get ready for a day full of laughter, games and treats!

We're delighted to invite you to our special Easter event, which promises to be an unforgettable day of fun and joy for the whole family! Join us for this moment filled with adventure and surprises, where young and old alike will have the opportunity to get together and create magical memories together.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Date & time
April 13, 1:30 to 5:00 pm

Price

20.-/ child

Registration

Meet at the reception desk of your club Harmony Veyrier

Blandonnet

New for Kids
Harmony Blandonnet has teamed up with the Ailes swimming pool to organize multi-activity weeks for children aged 6 to 11, from July 1 to 12 and August 12 to 16, Monday to Friday. These courses include a variety of sporting, aquatic, cultural and fun activities, all supervised by professionals.

Stay tuned for more surprises in the near future!

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Dates & times
From July 1 to 12, 2024,
then from August 12 to 16, 2024
Monday to Friday,
from 09:00 to 17:30

Phone
+41 22 341 42 43

Mail
blandonnet@harmony.ch

 

Recipe of the month

Energy Balls: a healthy recipe for a gourmet party.

This recipe for dark chocolate and peanut Energy Balls is perfect for celebrating Easter in a healthy way while satisfying your chocolate craving. These little energy bites make an ideal snack for you and your whole family. Bon appétit!

Ingredients

200 g dates
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa
1 tablespoon coconut oil
90 g roasted peanuts
1 tablespoon cashew puree
1 pinch fleur de sel
Coconut powder

Preparation

First, blend the peanuts.
Then remove the stones from the dates and blend. Add the oil, cocoa, cashew puree and fleur de sel and mix well.
Add the peanuts and mix well.
Form small balls and roll half of them in the coconut powder.
Place in the fridge for at least 1 hour before serving.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

You can store them for a few days in an airtight tin.

Not only are these Energy Balls delicious, they're also packed with protein, fiber and essential nutrients to give you the energy you need for your workouts at the club or your daily activities.

Now all you have to do is enjoy!