About BHAC |
The Beacon Hill Athletic Clubs is a small chain of locally-owned and operated health clubs. We're your down-the-street, friendly, neighborhood place to work out where everyone is welcome. We've been around for over 20 years and we pride ourselves on great locations, sparkling clean facilities, state-of-the-art equipment, innovative programs, and the friendliest, most engaging staff anywhere.
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Management Team
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Jason Klein and David Weis |
| Founders |
Jason Klein and David Weis grew up as childhood friends in Newton. In 1988, after recognizing the potential of the health and fitness industry, Jason purchased an aerobics studio in Beacon Hill. Shortly thereafter, Jason contacted his childhood friend David, and together in 1989, they opened their first BHAC when they were both in their late twenties. They fondly remember doing the lion's share of the demolition of the space that would be the first club by themselves and with friends and family members, and then buying their first StairMaster with their credit cards. This facility was later named the “Top New Club” in the country by IHRSA, the health club trade association.
In 1992, they expanded with a second facility at North Station, and in 1998 added the West Newton gym. The BHAC’s fourth location was introduced in the fall of 2000 in the Waterfront/North End area. The fifth club opened in Brookline in 2002 and Brighton Center became the home of the sixth BHAC in the fall of 2004. A beautiful location in Wellesley opened in the resurrected Linden Street in November of 2007 and just two months later, a huge new facility opened along Commonwealth Avenue in Brighton, just blocks from Cleveland Circle.
Both Jason and David are committed to keeping the Beacon Hill Athletic Clubs innovative and state-of-the-art while maintaining the comfortable, friendly feel that makes the BHAC unique. As owners, they recognize that the success of the Beacon Hill Athletic Clubs is largely attributable to the one thing that makes their clubs unique: the excellence of the BHAC staff. For that reason, many BHAC managers are equity owners of the club and all are career-minded professionals, completely dedicated to one thing: making BHAC members happy. |
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Mark Rowe |
| General Manager |
Mark Rowe joined the BHAC family in 1996 fresh out of Springfield College. He graduated Springfield with degrees in both Exercise Physiology and Business Administration. Mark has worked in all capacities at BHAC including front desk staff, personal training, assistant manager, manager and is currently the general manager of the company. He is responsible for almost all facets of the company and is committed to making the BHAC the best health clubs anywhere.
Mark and his wife, Karen, own a home in Melrose where they live with their daughters Kelsey, Amy and son Jake. When not working at the gyms or spending time with the family, Mark can be found working around the house or on the golf course. |
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Rokia Madore |
| Manager, West Newton |
Rokia started at the BHAC in September 1999. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Sports Management with a concentration in Exercise Science from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst. Rokia is a certified personal trainer through the American Council of Exercise. She hails from Raymond, New Hampshire, where she has been a gymnast since the age of two. Rokia also competed in gymnastics at the Division 1 level while at UMass.
Outside of the BHAC, she enjoys coaching gymnastics at New England Gymnastics Training Center, fun times with friends, Dave Matthews and being outdoors. Through her background in gymnastics, she has learned the importance of how strength training, cardiovascular endurance and flexibility work hand in hand. "I have had reconstructive knee surgery three times and had to overcome many obstacles to live an active lifestyle. I have had great satisfaction reaching the goals I set for myself. I enjoy giving my clients the same satisfaction." |
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Mark DiBattista |
| Corporate Membership Director / Manager, Cleveland Circle |
Mark joined the Beacon Hill Athletic Clubs in September of 1997. A nearly 20 year veteran of the fitness industry, Mark has a B.S. in Exercise Physiology and is an A.C.E. certified trainer. Mark currently runs the 1686 Commonwealth Ave location and lives in Brighton with his wife Jennifer and son Ryan. |
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Peter Jue |
| Member Services Director / Manager, Wellesley |
Peter joined the BHAC team shortly after our opening in 1989. A master of customer service, Peter has owned two of his own restaurants in the Boston Area. Now responsible for the overall excellence of our member service staff, Peter is also a part owner of the Newton, Brookline, Brighton, and Wellesley facilities.
Peter grew up in Newton and attended UMass-Amherst majoring in Hotel, Restaurant & Travel Administration in which he earned his degree. Not surprisingly, he’s known for his infectious smile and intense dedication to our members. |
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Jeremy McCabe C.P.T. |
| Club Manager, North Station |
Jeremy joined the Beacon Hill Athletic clubs in March of 2008 after recieving his bachelor's degree in Kinesiology from the University of Massachusetts. Originally a personal trainer with the company he is now taking on the managerial duties at the North Station Club/Combat Sports Boston. Come in to the club and pick his brain about MMA or just working out in general. |
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Lee Crabb |
| Manager, Brighton Center |
Lee joined the BHAC team after graduating from UMass Amherst in 2007. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and has gone on to become a certified personal trainer through the American College of Sports Medicine. Growing up outside of Portland, Maine, Lee enjoyed outdoor activities and played varsity sports her whole life. Field hockey, ice hockey and lacrosse were her sports of choice and she maintains her passion for them by coaching at the high school level now.
Living in Charlestown, Lee keeps up her active lifestyle by being involved in sports leagues and running road races throughout Boston. She loves managing the Brighton Center club and keeps working daily to make it the cleanest and best operated club it can be. |
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Jay Priestley |
| Manager, North End / Waterfront |
| Jay Priestley, originally from Stratford, CT attended Greensboro College in North Carolina to obtain a BS in Exercise and Sport Science and a minor in Business. This degree gives Jay full and complete understanding of the affects and results of exercise on the human body. It has also helped him to design and implement specific programs for his clients. His experience has included working with the Greensboro Bats, a minor league affiliate of the Yankees, as well as the youth programs assistant director at the YMCA. Jay is a certified personal trainer and is also CPR and First Aid certified. His interests included golfing, skiing and grilling out on his deck. |
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Mike Farina |
| Manager, Beacon Hill |
Mike joined the BHAC team in August of 2004. Originally from Melrose, Ma, Mike has been involved in fitness since high school. While in high school Mike planned a X-country bike trip with a friend. For 3 months and nearly 6,000 miles, Mike rode from Boston to San Diego Ca. Along the way he knew traveling was in his blood! When he got back to Boston, Mike enlisted in the Coast Guard. Mike was able to visit places like Cuba, Grand Cayman, the Florida Keys and many other extraordinary places. While in the Coast Guard mike spent a good deal of time working in fitness, as his job required him to do so. After his enlistment was up, Mike knew he wanted to pursue a career as a fitness professional. That’s when he joined the BHAC family. If there’s anything Mike can do for you, don’t hesitate to ask. In his spare time, Mike enjoys basketball, weight training, and running. Mike now lives in Wakefield, Ma and spends his weekends hanging out with family and friends.
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Alicia Foss |
| Manager, Brookline Village |
Alicia joined the Beacon Hill Athletic Clubs staff after moving to Boston in the fall of 2010. She served as a member services specialist for a year before stepping into her current role as manager. Alicia completed a BFA in Graphic Design with a minor in Business Administration at Colby-Sawyer College in New Hampshire while playing in goal for the women's lacrosse team and working for the Athletic Department. Growing up in northern Vermont, she was always active and spent most of her time playing or watching soccer, basketball, volleyball, and ultimate frisbee with friends. She has continued to pursue her passion for sports since moving to the city by participating in various leagues through Social Boston Sports and Boston Ski and Sports Club (BSSC).
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Employment Opportunities
The Beacon Hill Athletic Clubs are constantly seeking motivated, carreer minded individuals who strongly desire to excel in the health and fitness industry. If you posses these qualities and are ready for a new and rewarding career or a change of scenery, please contact Rokia Madore, at rokiam@beaconhillathleticclubs.com.
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| BHAC Locations |
Beacon Hill
3 Hancock St.
Boston, MA 02114
617.367.2422
Brighton Center
470 Washington St.
Brighton, MA 02135
617.562.0202
Brookline Village
279 Washington St.
Brookline, MA 02445
617.277.8600
Cleveland Circle
1686 Commonwealth Ave
Brighton, MA 02135
617.277.1002
West Newton
1089 Washington St.
Newton, MA 02465
617.332.0008
North End
85 Atlantic Ave.
Boston, MA 02109
617.742.0055
North Station
261 Friend St.
Boston, MA 02114
617.720.2422
Wellesley
161 Linden St
Wellesley, MA 02482
781.237.1880
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