Dear Elite Sports Clubs Members:

Many of you have been a member of Elite Sports Clubs since I first took over as owner of the Brookfield location, over 30 years ago. Along the way, many of you have become good friends of mine. We grew – adding four more clubs and amenities, but one thing remained constant – the dedication to our membership and community. You and the staff truly became an extension of my family and that’s why I am writing this letter, as I wanted you to hear this from me. I have decided to sell Elite Sports Clubs to a group led by Peter Goldman, who currently owns two Lakeshore Sport & Fitness clubs in Chicago – visit – http://www.lakeshoresf.com/ for an overview of the clubs which feature indoor/outdoor fitness, pools, rooftop restaurants, tennis, and more.

I am both excited and sentimental about the sale. I have been contemplating this decision and my legacy for years. When I met Peter and his team, I knew that his philosophy and business operation would be a great fit for Elite Sports Clubs moving forward. In fact, Peter reminds me of myself when I started – he was a member of his current club before becoming an owner. Both clubs were failing when he and his team took over, and now they are known as the #1 destination for fitness, family, and fun in Chicago.

Peter has also been exploring some improvements to the Elite clubs, particularly tennis court lighting, heating, and air conditioning, in addition to developing a QUAD-like amenity at the Brookfield location. Similar to what he does at his clubs in Chicago, Peter is looking forward to hearing feedback from staff and current members as he looks to establish other areas in which to invest, to keep Elite Sports Clubs on the cutting edge. Feel free to reach out to him at [email protected] to share your thoughts or suggestions.

I will be staying on in an advisory and programming role and will help with the transition, as a show of respect for the brand we have built together. The Elite Sports Clubs name will not change. In addition, the staff will remain, as will your current membership structure.

As I reflect on my ownership, I am most proud of what we have accomplished together – offering the best in family fitness and tennis – a place where everyone belongs.

Thank you – I am confident that the legacy we created over three decades ago will continue and flourish under Peter’s leadership.

In good health,

Kay Yuspeh

Note: The “FAQs” listed below will continually be added to throughout the transition, so we encourage you to check back regularly for updates.

Will I need to sign a new contract?
No, your current contract or membership agreement still stands as is.

Will our membership dues increase?
Elite’s membership structure will remain the same as will our current billing systems.

What about the club’s name, will that change?
We are still your beloved Elite Sports Clubs, no name change.

I love the Elite staff! Are they all staying?
Yes! The Elite team is here to stay. Including Kay in an advisory role to help continue to grow our awesome programming.

So, what’s different?!

The clubs as you know them will continue on, but we will be exploring some immediate improvements, particularly in tennis court lighting, the heating and air conditioning systems, in addition to developing a QUAD-like amenity at the Brookfield location.

Peter, the new owner, is looking forward to hearing feedback from staff and current members as he looks to establish other areas in which to invest to keep Elite Sports Clubs on the cutting edge. Feel free to reach out to him at [email protected] to share your thoughts or suggestions.