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November 2017
The Sandcastle Closed For Renovations, Fitness Options Available
Conceptual Renderings Courtesy of Bello Garris Architects
After more than a year of planning, The Sandcastle closed
on Oct. 25 for a long-awaited renovation. The scope of the
project includes:
• The addition of a second pool,
• A dedicated bath house,
• Relocation of the bar to provide ocean views,
• Reconfiguration of the parking lot to add spaces and
improve drainage, and
• A complete remodel of the interior of the building.
With reorganization of the floor plan, space dedicated to fitness
will increase by 25%, and ocean views from the first floor will
be restored to the way they were when the building opened
over 20 years ago. While the building is closed, additional
maintenance and repairs will occur, such as replacing the
roof, repainting and elevator maintenance. The budget for the
renovation and repairs is approximately $4.5 million, and is
being funded by existing resources.
The work is slated for substantial completion by July 3, 2018,
and during the interim, KICA has worked hard to provide
alternatives for the regular programming that occurs at The
Sandcastle. The association appreciates the membership’s
patience, as the logistics of finding homes for clubs and groups,
as well as a variety of fitness activities, have been coordinated.
Temporary Fitness Options
Thanks to a friendly lease agreement with Kiawah Partners, a
temporary fitness center will be located at 2 Beachwalker Drive,
next the Kiawah General Store. At time of publication, KICA
was seeking approval from the Town of Kiawah Island for the
building, prior to scheduling delivery. The facility will have two
rooms, one for fitness equipment and the other for classes.
In the meantime, there are several fitness options available
to members:
Outdoor Classes: Some regularly scheduled classes will be
held outdoors at Night Heron Park and Cinder Creek, and
will be taught by KICA instructors. Visit kica.us/fitness for an
updated schedule.
Studio 33 (Freshfields): KICA has negotiated a reduced drop-
in rate of $10 for classes at Studio 33. This new group fitness
studio offers a variety of classes including yoga, Pilates, Barre
and more. Owners Liz and Frank Silva opened the studio
in June. Their goal is to create a self-sustainable community
around health and wellness. To sign up, either visit the studio
or register online.
To register online:
1. Visit studio33kiawah.com/schedule.
2. Select a class you would like to take.
3. Create your account and select the drop-in rate.
4. At checkout, enter the promo code “kica” for a $10 drop-in
(KICA will confirm that you are indeed a KICA member
and eligible for the discount).
Kiawah Island Golf Resort: The Kiawah Island Golf Resort
is offering temporary access to fitness equipment (not classes)
through Nov. 30, 2017.
• $50 per family.
• Access to KIGR fitness equipment center.
• Facility is located at the Straw Market through Wednesday,
Nov. 1, moving to Night Heron Park Nature Center on
Saturday, Nov. 4 (closed for two days for move).
• Fitness equipment center hours are 6 a.m. - 11 p.m., at
both locations.
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