You all may be wondering: what is piloxing? I’ve never heard of it.

According to Piloxing.com:

“PILOXING uniquely mixes Pilates and boxing moves into a fat torching, muscle sculpting, core-centric interval workout, guaranteed to whip you into shape, using a class format that’s both fun and challenging.

PILOXING is the brainchild of Swedish dancer and celebrity trainer Viveca Jensen and the culmination of her mission to physically and mentally empower women through fitness. At the core of PILOXING is the principle that feminine is powerful and it aims for women to attain a sleek, sexy and powerful self-image.

PILOXING blends the power, speed and agility of boxing with the beautiful sculpting and flexibility of Pilates. Add to that the fun and sexy dance moves that reflect Viveca’s personality.

In addition to Pilates and boxing movements, the exercise incorporates the use of weighted gloves which add to the workout by toning the arms and maximizing cardiovascular health.”

Sounds great right?

Why don’t you come and try it out at the Grand Geneva?

We have booked Master Piloxing trainer Leslie Benson Grosshouser for a Master Piloxing class on Saturday May 19^th at 1pm.

Leslie will take center stage with her fire cracker energy as she leads us through the three proponents of Piloxing.  SLEEK,SEXY,POWERFUL!

This class is open to all members as well as the community.  Cost will be $15 at the door and the event will be held in the WELL Spa Fitness Center.

Piloxing clothing and Piloxing boxing gloves will also be on sale.

This class is the kick off to the weekly Piloxing classes that will start in June at the WELL Spa.

To register or for more information call (262) 249-4750.

Come try something new with us; it’s going to be a fun way to blow off steam and get in shape!

Comments (0) Apr 20 2012

Jason Boaz, Grand Geneva golf pro, has tons of great golf specials going on now. For the month of April the Grand Geneva pro shop is offering free professional club fitting.

Jason says,

“Getting fit for clubs can change your game. Spending a half hour on the range with a trained professional will insure that your clubs fit you properly. Finding the correct lie angle, club length, grip size, and shaft flex can make a world of difference in a golfers game. Taking the time to get fit for clubs can make the game more enjoyable and a better experience. Trust me, I’m a golf pro.”

Call Jason at (262) 245-7643 for details and to schedule your appointment.  24 hours advanced notice is required.

Here’s some more tips from Jason that you might find useful for improving your game.

Comments (0) Apr 17 2012

Mother’s Day is a very special time of year at the Grand Geneva. Our staff witnesses the most amazing mothers everyday and we like to honor all of them each year with a fabulous brunch.

Chef Michael Sawin is cooking up a storm for all the mamas! We are hosting brunch not only in the Geneva ChopHouse, but also in the Grand Ballroom. Both brunches are on Sunday, May 13, 2012 from 10am-3pm.

Check out the menu for the Geneva ChopHouse.

Check out the menu for the Grand Ballroom

Everything from carving and omelet stations to dessert displays and salads. Something for every Mom.

Reservations are required for Mother’s Day Brunch in both rooms. Please call (262) 249-4788 or for more information click here. Brunch will include complimentary Champagne.

Bring your favorite lady to this spectacular event. She deserves it!

Comments (0) Apr 13 2012

Chef Michael Sawin talks Easter Weekend.

Easter Brunch is a huge event every year at the Grand Geneva. This year, with the help of our new head chef and event staff, we are making it even bigger than ever before. We are going to have so many exciting things happening over the weekend!

Hear Chef Michael Sawin break it all down:

Don’t forget about our Community Wide Easter Egg Hunt! Due to its popularity, we have changed the location from the 18th hole of The Highlands Golf course to the Green View. Don’t worry if you’ve never been on the grounds, just ask any of our helpful employees when you arrive for the hunt!

The chocolate creation is currently being decorated in the lobby of the Grand Geneva.

See a sneak peek here.

We hope you all will join us either for Brunch & the Easter Bunny or for the Community Wide Easter Egg Hunt.

Happy Easter from all of us at The Grand Geneva Resort & Spa! We hope you have a wonderful weekend with family and loved ones.

Comments (0) Apr 05 2012

Golf Season Opens on March 17th

Everyone is buzzing about the opening of golf season at Grand Geneva this weekend!

The winter weather was far from normal and the above-average temperatures teased us.  We’ve all been waiting to get out on The Brute to play a round, but nobody is more excited to play his first official round of the year than our golf pro, Jason Boaz.

Check out this video of Jason ringing in the start of the season.

In all honest, Jason doesn’t ACTUALLY sleep through the entire winter. In fact, he’s been working hard on a bunch of improvements to enhance your golfing experience. Here are just a few things that have kept him busy:

> State of the art GPS yardage system available in your cart
> Virtual tours of each hole available on our web site
> Golf Shop – fully stocked with the newest fashion lines and golf equipment
> Planning for the June Women’s Golf Month

Jason and the team have also been cooking up tons of amazing golf promotions and specials.

March Specials

Be the first on the course this year and enjoy $45 rates March 17 – March 31.

April Specials

$25 Golf

Like us on Facebook and print off a voucher for $25 golf to redeem April 6-8.

Free Club Fitting and PGA Trade-In/Trade-Up Month

Call Jason Boaz (262) 245-7643 for details and to schedule your appointment. 24 advanced notice is required.

American Express Card  Members Benefit

All American Express Card members who book and pay for a less with an American Express card may bring a friend at no additional cost. Call Jason Boaz to schedule your lesson: (262) 245-7643.

May Specials

FREE 10 Minute Lesson Month

To schedule your free 10 Minute Lesson call Jason Boaz (262) 245-7643. 24 hour advanced notice is required.

What NOW? Book your Tee Time!

Join us for a round of golf. With $45 dollar rounds in March and a $25 dollar weekend in April, there’s no reason not to.

Book online here

Good luck out there!

Comments (0) Mar 14 2012

SnoCross Friday-Sunday March 16th-18th

An annual attraction, the AMSOIL Championship, showcases the best and most daring snowmobile racers as they careen around the resort’s 18-run Mountain Top ski hill. Beginning on Saturday, March 17 at 2 p.m. with the official grand opening ceremonies, pro competitors go head-to-head as they compete for bronze, silver, and gold medals.. Guests can also look forward to even more fun as they watch some of the world’s top freestyle snowmobilers wow the audience with death-defying tricks and high-flying jumps. Visitors to the resort can catch the action all weekend long, including a meet-and-greet with the snowmobile all-stars on Friday, March 16 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. and on Saturday, March 17 at 12 p.m. at the Mountain Top ski hill.

A full schedule of events and ticket sales can be found online at www.isocracing.com. Weekend general admission tickets are $40 for adults and $17 for youth (children ages 7 to 12 years old). Single-day admission tickets are also available. Admission on Friday, March 16, is $15 for adults and $12 for youth. One-day admission tickets on Saturday, March 17 and Sunday, March 18 is $22 for adults and $12 for youth. Spectators 6 years old and younger can enjoy the events for free on any of the competition days. All activities throughout the weekend will also be broadcast on NBC Sports channel.

Guests looking to book an overnight stay at the Grand Geneva can enjoy a special $165 per night rate, exclusive of resort tax and fees, from Thursday, March 15 to Sunday, March 18. Reservations can be made by calling 800.558.3417 or visiting www.GrandGeneva.com.

Comments (0) Mar 08 2012

The Charlie Rice Ski & Ride Academy at the Grand Geneva Resort & Spa provides children’s programs that not only develop skiing or boarding skills but also allows for growth in social skills.

Here we provide specialized equipment, appropriate terrain and instructors certified to provide safety, fun and learning to insure  success and self confidence.  The Charlie Rice Snow Sports School is expert in delivering personalized ski instruction experiences to children in a relaxed non competitive setting.

The instructors emphasize learning by doing.  Positioned at various stations on the training hill the instructors keep the children moving and direct them to perform various tasks.  Using special props and cartoon themed guides, the children soon learn to control speed, turn and stop.  Parents marvel at the progress made in a short time.

After experiencing our programs, the following are observations some parents expressed comparing team sports VS individual ski training.

Others provide Skiing as a Team Sport

TEAM organized coach-driven experiences through school or club organizations emphasize winning as the objective and create a high degree of competition.  These activities require a specific number of team players and facilities. Practice and event scheduling can control a family’s calendar. Youth teams are age, size and weight specific. The parents don’t participate along with their children and after a few years, participation often drops off.

We provide Individual Ski Training in Groups

SKI TRAINING emphasizes individual goals while in a group setting as children receive personalized instruction. Measurement of success is not dependent on team performance (scoring). Children advance at their own rate as they interact with each other in a fun exciting adventure – sharing the same passion without judging each other. As the children progress they can free ski with their parents in an all-family experience for years. This early training leads to an activity one can enjoy for a lifetime.

Here at Grand Geneva, two ski and snowboard programs are offered to families which help their children progress through our safe, fun and skill progressions:

The Snow Cubs for 4-6 year olds, and the Mountain Mite for 6-14 year olds.

Snow cubs:  4 – 6 yrs.

Classes are available Sat-Sun, at 10 am and 12:30 pm, lasting an hour and a half, within a group setting, utilizing the Wonder

Carpet area as the child progresses.  Reservations can be made two weeks in advance; single session are available. Helmet use is mandatory.

Mountain Mites: 6-14years.

Select a series of three week sessions on either Saturdays or Sundays throughout January and February.  Classes begin promptly and run 11 am – 2:30 pm. Students are placed in class based on age and ability level.  Helmet use is mandatory.

Kids learn skills under the supervision of professionally trained instructors, using a specialized teaching system.  Mountain Mites is fun for all!  Beginners to advanced students; children spend a lot of time on the snow having a great time and becoming better skiers or snowboarders.

Come skiing with us!

Comments (0) Feb 20 2012

Since it’s getting so close to the start of the 2012 golf season we wanted to talk about the new 2012 Golf Products that are coming out this season.

New to the Grand Geneva Rental Club: TaylorMade White Out

The “WHITE OUT” is in full force. TaylorMade started last season with the New R11 and Burner 2.0 Superfast white headed golf clubs and they took over the market. Every Sunday almost half of the PGA Tour players had a White driver, white fairway woods and even white hybrids in their bags. The trend has continued and Taylrmade has even went to a new level.

The Taylor Made "WHITE OUT"

TaylorMade R11S and RocketBallz

The new TaylorMade R11S and RocketBallz line is still white but has added more technology that has never been seen before. The R11 S driver had added more adjustability with loft and face angle that will help golfers of all levels max out their launch angle and spin rate which in turn will maximize distance and control.

TaylorMade R11S and RocketBallz line

The New RocketBallz fairways and hybrids may absolete everything else on the Market. The New Speedslot technology has added a thinner face and lower center of gravity that will produce on average a 15 yard increase over any product golfers have played in the past. The new RocketBallz irons are going to test the limits of accuracy and distance like we have never seen before.

Grand Geneva will have all products in our New 2012 rental club program as well as numerous demo clubs available for anyone to try the most incredible new technology in golf ever!

We will also be hosting a fitting day on Friday May 18^th from 4-7 pm.

Comments (1) Feb 10 2012

This Valentine’s Day, Grand Geneva Resort & Spa invites guests to celebrate the season of love with a selection of getaway packages and lavish dinners for two. Whether guests are looking for a quick weekend excursion or a romantic feast, love springs eternal in Lake Geneva, WI.

Decadent Dinners

Local lovers and out-of-town travelers can look forward to a different dining delight at any of the Grand Geneva’s on-campus restaurants in honor of the Valentine’s Day holiday.

Geneva ChopHouse

The resort’s romantic steakhouse is offering up a succulent dinner prix fixe, in addition to their regular menu of choice cuts and fresh seafood. On Saturday, February 11 and Tuesday, February 14, guests can enjoy a four-course meal, complete with wine pairings, for $149 per couple.  The menu will feature:

Beginning for Two

Jumbo Shrimp Martini

Spicy house-made cocktail sauce with lemon

Paired with Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc 2010 New Zealand

Salad for Two

Table-side Caesar with parmesan crouton

Paired with Kim Crawford Sauvignon Blanc 2010, New Zealand

Entrée for Two

Classic Chateaubriand

Bordelaise sauce and béarnaise, carved table-side

Grilled asparagus, mushrooms, twice-baked potato

Paired with Beringer Knights Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, 2009 Napa Valley

Dessert for Two

Strawberry Gateau

Blood Orange Cheesecake, Bittersweet Chocolate

Paired with Champagne Bouvet Brut, France

Ristoranté Brissago

Indulge in the flavors of Tuscany with a memorable epicurean adventure at the award-winning Ristoranté Brissago. Guests can experience a romantic culinary tour featuring authentic Italian dishes and expertly paired wines on Saturday, February 11 and Tuesday, February 14 for $169 per couple.  Menu items include:

First Course

Pan Seared Duck Breast

Port wine glaze, Fabri cherries

Paired with Nipozzano Chianti Riserva 2006

Pasta

Butternut Squash Tortelli

Sage brown butte

Paired with Ca Bolani 2008 Sauvignon Blanc

Entrées

Seared Diver Scallop

Fresh fennel shavings, green apple,

Arugula salad, blueberry balsamic vinaigrette

Paired with Ca Bolani 2008 Sauvignon Blanc

Grilled Beef Tenderloin

Chianti reduction

Guitar string pasta, lobster, pecorino

Paired with Nipozzano Chianti Riserva 2006

Dessert

Vanilla Bean Panna Cotta

Pink Champagne, strawberries

Amarena cherry cheesecake

with double chocolate cake

Paired with Moscato Santi 2010

Grand Café

For lovers’ looking for a variety of dish options, the Grand Café is offering their Prime Rib Buffet on Saturday, February 11. Guests can explore a bounty of featured dishes including snow crab, shrimp, and hand-carved prime rib. As a special treat, the Grand Café is holding a Sweethearts special, where guests can buy one buffet meal and get the second one free.

Lovers’ Retreats

At the Grand Geneva, romance doesn’t end with dessert. Weekend travelers can enjoy the resort’s Valentine’s Day Special, offering couples the chance to extend their holiday with a free night’s stay. Guests that book the package between Saturday, February 11 and Tuesday, February 14 will receive:

An overnight stay in a deluxe lake king guestroom

A $50 dining credit

A free second night stay in a deluxe lake king guestroom

Package rates start at $249 and are exclusive of resort fee and tax. The Valentine’s Day special is only available between Saturday, February 11 and Tuesday, February 14 and is subject to availability. Restaurant reservations are recommended.

Guests looking for the ultimate getaway anytime throughout the romantic month of February can opt for the Grand Romance Package, featuring:

A two-night stay in a deluxe guest room

$100 dining credit

Handmade chocolate truffles delivered to the room

A 20% discount on services at the WELL Spa and Salon

Package rates start at $399 and are exclusive of resort fee and tax. The Grand Romance package is subject to availability. Restaurant reservations are recommended.

To reserve accommodations at Grand Geneva, please call (800) 558-3417 or visit www.GrandGeneva.com.

Comments (0) Feb 01 2012

The holidays might be over, but the snow fun has just begun at the Grand GenevaResort & Spa.  On Saturday, February 4, the resort welcomes local residents and out-of-town visitors to their annual Winter Carnival, an all-day event held at the resort’s Mountain Top ski hill from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

The Winter Carnival will coincide with the community of Lake Geneva’s annual Winterfest event, serving as the wintery crescendo to a weekend of family fun. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. guests to The Mountain Top can enjoy activities ranging from snow school demonstrations to tobogganing competitions, slalom races, and an ugliest ski attire contest. Guests can also purchase raffle tickets for prizes including hotel overnight stays and free movie theater tickets. Kids of all ages can try their luck at a variety of snow games including human bowling, Bucky’s Buckets, a water balloon launch and treasure hunt. The resort’s ski staff caps off the evening at 8 p.m. with a torch light parade, followed by a grand fireworks display.

Admission to the Winter Carnival festivities is complimentary. Regular fees apply for snow activities including skiing, snowboarding and cross-country skiing. A full schedule of events can be found by visiting http://www.grandgeneva.com/specials/winter_carnival.asp or by calling (262) 249-4726.

RSVP on Facebook today! 

Comments (0) Jan 25 2012