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Carmel Valley, CA – Carmel Valley Athletic Club (CVAC) announced today they have appointed Daryl Piercey as the new General Manager.  He will begin his duties on November 15, 2013. As General Manager, Piercey will lead the day to day operations of CVAC and Refuge and oversee all staff and member services.

Piercey graduated from Fresno State University with a degree in Business Administration and Accounting.  Piercey has over two decades of management experience in the private club industry.  Throughout his career he was successful in various positions including, business office manager, front desk manager and café manager.  These positions enable him to understand and bring with him experience in all aspects within the private club environment. Most recently he was General Manager of the Fig Garden Swim & Racquet Club in the Old Fig Garden neighborhood of Fresno, California.

"Daryl is a friendly, motivated and energetic individual who brings to CVAC terrific experience and a proven approach to management and member services.  We are excited to introduce him to the CVAC family and welcome him to the Monterey Peninsula," states Adam W. Tight, CFO and head of the McKay Group of Companies, which includes CVAC and Refuge.

Athletic and fitness activities along with venues that promote relaxation and social interaction are the foundation of the CVAC experience.

CVAC's state-of-the-art workout facility includes a professional strength training center, a mind and body center offering over 70 free classes per week, a heated 25 meter lap pool, adult hot tub, family pool and hot tub, Bocce ball court with fire pit, and a pace studio with Keiser bikes. Members have access to specialized trainers and CVAC has a nationally recognized tennis program for adults and children.

Educational wellness programs are offered at CVAC and social programs such as hiking, wine tasting, poker night, crafts, and various holiday programs bring members together throughout the year.  CVAC offers members a kids club with daily activities and a monthly parents night out.

CVAC is also the home of Refuge, America's #1 relaxation spa featuring hydro-thermal cycle relaxation therapy and massage. Refuge is the only facility in America designed specifically for the purpose of relaxation therapy.

For more information about CVAC visit www.cvaconline.com or call 831-624-2737.  For more information about Refuge visit www.refuge.com or call 831 620-7360.