Awards & Recognition
HANS HOPSTAKEN AWARD
On June 26th 2010, at the West Coast Bodybuilding and Figure Classic, Blair Gannam of IronCompany presented Brian Whelan with The Hans Hopstaken Award for Most Inspirational Bodybuilder
Mr and Ms Muscle Beach 2010
Brian and Jennifer Whelan took 1st Place in the couples class winning the Title Mr and Ms Muscle Beach 2010 at the legendary July 4th Contest held at Venice beach California.
Jennifer also won the Masters (35+) Figure and Overall as well as the Open Figure and Overall giving her the 2010 Ms Muscle Beach Figure Title.
Monroe Award
Brian Whelan, owner of Foothill Gym, was the recipient of the "Monroe Award - Business Person of The Year" for outstanding service to the community, presented by the Monrovia Chamber of Commerce and the City of Monrovia
Foothill Gym also received a " Certificate of Recognition from the United States Congress" by Congressman David Drier .
"Certificate of Recognition from the California State Senate" by Senator Bob Margett .
"Commendation from the County of Los Angeles" by Supervisor Michael Antonavich .
"Certificate of Recognition from the California Legislature" by Assemblyman Dennis Mountjoy
Foothill Gym was also awarded the "California 2003 Small Business of the Year" by the National Congressional Committee by Congressman Tom Reynolds
Foothill Gym has been a member of IHRSA (International Health, Racquet and Sports club Association) since 1999. IHRSA sets the gold standard for health clubs throughout the world.
Firm Award
Foothill Gym was Awarded the "Firm Award" which is given each year to the best renovation of a business building in Monrovia.
Top Five Health Clubs in L.A.
Foothill Gym was chosen as one of the "Top Five Health Clubs in L.A." by the TV show L.A's Best.
Supporting our troops
Foothill Gym has given 126 lifetime memberships to Monrovians who were serving in the armed forces. Each membership card bearing the Blue Star along with the following letter:
"As we keep the memory of 9/11 in our hearts and minds it is important that we never forget those who gave their lives, their loved ones left behind, and you. For it is you who defends our nation and enable us to retain our freedoms and the freedoms of our children.
From a small business in the City of Monrovia, we would like to show our support to you and all Monrovians serving our nation and say thank you to you by adding our services to the Blue Star program. We extend to you, a lifetime “Blue Star” membership to Foothill Gym.
We wish you to know the level of our gratitude and our never-ending, never fading support.
And we look forward to your safe return".
Brian Whelan
Foothill Gym, Fitness & Aerobics
40th Infantry Division honors
The 40th Infantry Division honored Foothill Gym for their support of our troops fighting terrorism by presenting the gym with a certificate which we proudly display at the club.
Mission Flag from Iraq
In a very moving ceremony, The United States Army presented Foothill Gym with a Mission Flag from Iraq and a Certificate of Appreciation at City Hall. The entire division petitioned that the flag be carried on behalf of Foothill Gym during a mission in Iraq. The flag was then flown home and presented to us.
Best of the Best Yoga Program
Once again the readers of the Monrovia Weekly, Arcadia Weekly, Pasadena Independent & the Sierra News have voted Foothill Gym "Best of the Best" for the following categories: "Best of the Best Yoga Program" "Best of The Best Pilates Program"
Personal Trainer of the Year Award
For the fifth year, Foothill Gym Personal Trainers recieved the Personal Trainer of the Year Award.
Best of the Best
And to top it off, Foothill Gym received the “Best of the Best” award for “Best Fitness Center”!
Brian Whelan was appointed by the Mayor of Monrovia to the Monrovia Old Town Advisory Board and in June 2008 Brian was appointed Chairman of the Board. Brian also served on the board of directors for the Monrovia Chamber of Commerce from 2002 to 2006. Service to our community