Ever since their March 19 opening, Coastline Fitness has attracted many ELHS students. Following success from his other locations in Clinton, Old Saybrook, and Groton, owner Brian Vanderveen took on a new location.
Mr. Vanderveen described this process as extensive as he had to receive approval from both the town and state to open a business, as well as planning and executing buildout of the facility. All of this would ultimately take about four months.
Coastline, located on 15 Industrial Park Rd., is in close proximity to both ELHS and many students’ homes, which plays a big role in the convenience of the club. Prior to Coastline’s opening, many students attended gyms like Planet Fitness, which was a longer commute. Also, students will often encourage their friends to join the gym, so they’re accompanied during workouts.
“My friends and I will go to Coastline together a lot of the time which definitely makes it feel less like a chore. It’s also pretty close to everything which makes it easy,” junior Cailin Delaney said.
Additionally, Coastline has a wide variety of equipment which can attract students. The club has a large number of
cardiovascular machines such as treadmills, bikes, and ellipticals. The Wellness Center offers hydromassage, cryotherapy, and a relax pod. There is a large scale of activities and machines so every member is likely to find something they’re comfortable with and enjoy.
As it is so popular among students, the gym has become a great resource in making new friends and meeting new people.
“It’s a great way to meet people that you didn’t know before. I wasn’t really close with some of the guys from other classes but Coastline has definitely helped with that,” junior Syum Khanna said.
Adapting to the routine of exercising at a young age will ultimately benefit habits in adulthood.
“I started working out when I was a junior in high school. I like to see all the students workout because it’s helping them with their mental, physical, and emotional state of mind. Working out creates great positive habits that carry into their adult lives,” Mr. Vanderveen said.
