Partnerships between the LBJ Tropical Medical Center, TJ’s Fitness Gym and Pala Lagoon Swimming Center, means discounts for employees to enjoy the facilities and help stay healthy.
A press release from the LBJTMC says for a minimum of 30 employees who sign up for TJs Fitness Gym, LBJTMC is committed to paying 50% of the total gym membership fees, while employees cover the remaining half.
LBJTMC is also providing complimentary access to the swimming pool at Pala Lagoon Swimming Center for employees.
In addition, the Pala Lagoon Swimming Center is offering a 25% discount on memberships for dependents of LBJTMC employees.
Paramount Chief Mauga Tasi Asuega, Owner of TJs Fitness Gym stated, “Samoa Muamua le Atua,” or “Belief of our ancestors we take care and love our people. Our relationship that was embedded in us is to serve our people and that includes building relationships with the hospital.” 
Pauga Joey Cummings, President of Pala Lagoon Swimming Center, expressed great enthusiasm for this partnership, stating, “Pala Lagoon Swimming Center is thrilled to partner with LBJ Tropical Medical Center. This wellness program is a testament to the hospital leadership’s forward thinking and care for its employees. We welcome all organizations in American Samoa to make similar arrangements. Everything gets better once we get in the water and move around. Your community swimming pool is a place for wellness, education and fun.”
Speaking about the partnership, the CEO of LBJ Tropical Medical Center, Dr. Akapusi Ledua, expressed appreciation to TJs Fitness Gym and Pala Lagoon Swimming Center for their support in providing such incentives to the LBJTMC family. “At LBJTMC, we believe that health is wealth. By providing our employees with access to fitness and recreational facilities, we empower them to embrace a lifestyle centered on wellness and vitality.”
