The Mercer Island Saddle Club is a cooperative non-profit club supported by the volunteer work of its members. Located on the south end of Mercer Island, the Saddle Club houses a 20-horse barn, a large outdoor arena, a covered arena, a hot water wash rack and two turnout paddocks. Members can board their horse, lease a horse and take riding lessons with independent trainers. The southeast quadrant of Pioneer Park, directly east of the MISC, provides 40 acres of equestrian trails for riders.
Seattle Badminton Club is open to the public and offers 10 badminton courts, hosts regular instructional classes and summer camps and offers private instruction. Members of the club can play for free, access the gym between 7am and 11pm daily, take advantage of discounts on lessons and gear from the pro shop and rent racquets free of charge.
Make your way to Hamanasu
Located in the heart of downtown Hamanasu, formerly Benihana, has been a landmark in Seattle for 30 years. The tranquil Japanese gardens are the perfect backdrop for entertaining chefs, creating a unique atmosphere unmatched anywhere in the city.
Prepare for a dining experience unlike any other. Watch as your personal chef performs the ancient art of Teppanyaki, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes as well as your taste buds. Listen as razor-sharp blades slice and dice through tender steak and juicy chicken. Take in the aroma as savory vegetables, shrimp and lobster sizzle before your eyes.
The Newport Hills Swim & Tennis Club is located on four acres and provides two large, heated, six-lane swimming pools, as well as tennis courts, a wading pool, bath house, weight room, sauna, jacuzzi, playground, outdoor basketball court and banquet/meeting facilities. The Newport Hills Swim & Tennis Club provides swimming lessons, acquatic exercise classes, and weight training. Membership is limited to 750 families.
PRO Sports Club Physical Therapy provides therapeutic massage therapy. It specializes in treating joint and back aches. Procedures include myofascial release, golf rehabilitation, ultrasounds, aquatics, bicycle fitting, electrical stimulation and spinal stabilizing programs.
The Edgebrook Club is a private swimming and tennis club located off Allen Road, next to Tyee Middle School.
Founded in 1959, Edgebrook Club is a member-owned facility. The remodeled facility opened in 2006. The club has state-of-the-art tennis facilities, a robust swimming team and a cabana with a full kitchen that's available for member use.
The Kirkland Fraternal Order of Eagles is a private club, part of a national network. The focus is on community service and fun. Many local charities benefit from the fund-raising efforts, including the Boys and Girls Club, Fred Hutchison Cancer Center and Hope Link.
The lounge is open in the evenings, and the restaurant is open Fridays and during special events such as the Saint Patrick's Day party. Fundraiser breakfast and dinners as well as other events are held throughout the year.
To join, you must have a sponsor. There are two sides of membership: the full voting or the non-voting auxilary option. Please call for details on membership.