Dear Centre Members

Due to recent developments that are beyond my control, I am unable to give any positive information at this time. However I am reveling what I have been told and what I am personally going through so that you may have a better understanding of the situation.

**Please note that the following is information that I have been told and is currently being handled by my attorney, insurance adjusters and myself

**It has been reviled that the landlord, the one whom I rented from, was in default of his loan and in the process of being foreclosed on. This was something I had no clue to and came as quite a shock. It is apparent that because of this there has been a significant delay in the claims that have been submitted. It has also been said that the entire plaza has been sold out to new owners and that no decision has been made or agreement has been met, as to what the plans for the area will be. It is my understanding that the new owners are involved in the insurance issue at hand, as well. In the meantime I am being charged a daily fee to have my equipment stored, equipment that I have been told is of no use, but still remains in storage per request of the insurance companies. So as my bills continue to rise I have yet to be given any solid answers to my many questions and my aggravation has now turned into simply “pissed off”. As all of you know my second life was the gym and all of my saving and multiple loans were there as well. I want all of you to know that I too wait for a check to be sent out, that I to have bills to pay and that I have done and am doing all that I can to make that happen. This fire has not only affected me business wise, it has affected me personally, mentally and physically, so for those of you who think that I am out living it up on insurance money think again. My life has taken a complete 360 degree turn; I have had mental breakdowns and let my health suffer to the point that I was hospitalized for treatment. I have had to struggle with what to do, what not to do, what to say, what not to say, who to trust and who not to trust. I have had to listen to the rumors that have circulated faster than the fire destroyed the Centre and deal with the unkind nature of some of my members. In short, I have had to come to the reality of the real world and what an ugly place it can be, a place that is far from the “Centre Family” I once had. There is not one person who understands your frustration more than me but I would gladly trade shoes for a day so that maybe mine could be understood for once.  I am personally sorry for all that each of you have gone through but in all honesty, it’s nothing compared to what I have and still am going through. As your life goes on, mine has permanently been changed. For those of you looking for a frequent update and answers to questions that I do not have, I am sorry, I can only update if I have the information to do so and can only respond if I know the answer. Please don’t consider this to be of mean nature, for it is not intended that way. It is however intended to give you just a glimpse into my life and the reality of such. I personally want to thank each of you who have stood by me, defended the rumors and understood the best you can what it is I am dealing with and going through. For the rest of you, the ones who thrive on drama, may life someday give you a glimpse of reality.

In conclusion, please note that refund request checks will be sent out when claims have been paid.  I apologize for the delay but once again this is out of my control. I sincerely appreciate all of the personal notes that were attached to many of your refund request. Your continued support and kindness has been a wonderful uplift during this most difficult time.

Sincerely,

Barbara

All membership refund request should be mailed to:

CFF Refunds

P.O. Box 262

Clearbrook, VA. 22624

 ALL refund request must include a copy of your membership contract (NO EXCEPTIONS). If available please include proof of purchase with request. All refunds will be pro-rated from the date of fire. Refunds should be expected within 4 - 6 weeks from date of received, approved and claim request paid.

Refund request must be post marked by December 31, 2010 to be considered, approved and/or honored. Any request after such date will not be accepted.

Please Note: CFF records and data are not available therefore all refund request without required information will not be honored.

Thank You.

Dear Members,

On Sunday October 18th prior to opening, there was a fire at the Centre causing some major damage in the back area and part of the aerobic floor. The entire building has smoke and soot damage. Due to this, the Centre will be closed until further notice. Barbara is working with her insurance company and the local fire marshall to complete the paper process as quickly as possible. As most of you know the Centre and its Members are a HUGE part of Barbara's life and even though she is struggling mentally and physically with this tragic event we want you to know that she is, as always, doing everything she can to get the Centre back up and running as fast as she can. Please note that all memberships will be extended for the time loss during this closure. We thank all of you for your understanding and support during this difficult time! We will continue to update this site with any new information. 

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Thank You,

The Staff