FOR MEMBERS OF REUNION RESORT
FIND YOURSELF TOGETHER.
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gatherings
Dear Members, Things are heating up for summer at Reunion. As we enter July, we’re gearing up for a star-spangled Fourth of July weekend. Join us for fun Independence Day activities that include a Fourth of July BBQ and bounce house party at the Water Park. July also brings us lots of other exciting family activities. Pamper yourself with our July spa specials or bring the entire family to watch a movie under the stars on the Grande Lawn on July 5. For more information about our July events, please contact your membership office. Our public relations team has also been hard at work getting the coverage for Reunion and our sister properties. We are excited to share these great stories about our properties: Reunion Hosts Junior Golfers, eSouthernGolf Magazine Grand Golf Resorts of Florida offers Ultimate Sportsman’s Package, WorldGolf.com Classic Italian Fare at Forte Grille | Family Escape Series | Photos, Review, The Amy West Travel Blog On Course for a Successful Meeting, cVent Blog 5 Ways to Enjoy Reunion Resort Orlando’s Biggest Hidden Treasure, The Amy West Travel Blog From great golf designers to amenity-loaded resorts: 10 reasons for a golf trip to Kissimmee, Florida,WorldGolf.com
Here’s to a happy summer! Yours in hospitality,
S HEIL A C. J O HNSON
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Founder & CEO, Salamander Hotels & Resorts
contacts&hours of ope rat ion
Managing Director 407.662.1041 Carlton Grant gm@reunionresort.com Director of Membership 407.662.1070 Beverly Kelber bkelber@reunionresort.com Director of Golf 407.396.3197 Kevin Baker kbaker@reunionresort.com Director of Food & Beverage 407.396.3189 Wayne Malagon wmalagon@reunionresort.com Director of Catering and Convention Services 407.396.3798 Heidi Emerson hemerson@reunionresort.com Director of Tennis 407.662.1630 Jamie Feagan jfeagan@reunionresort.com Recreation Department Water Park Operations Manager 407.396.5218 Alexandra Solano asolano@reunionresort.com Director of Rental Management 407.662.1050 Katie Tully ktully@reunionresort.com Director of Security 407.396.3131 Garold Williams gwilliams@reunionresort.com Annika Academy 407.662.4653 Clubhouse Bar 407.662.1320 Conference Services 407.662.1340 Eleven 407.662.1170 Forte 407.662.1350 Frankly Golf 407.396.4004 Golf Groups 888.418.9614 Golf Shop/Golf Tee Times 407.396.3196 Guard Gatehouse 407.396.3130 In Room Dining 407.662.1313 Kids Crew 407.396.3048 Membership 407.662.1070/888.821.0005 Member Club Statements 407.662.1066 clubaccounting@reunionresort.com
Clubhouse Thursday-Saturday 6:30 am-9 pm Sunday-Wednesday Regular service 6:30 am-5 pm Express Menu 5-7 pm Closed for Dinner Service Eleven Restaurant: Tuesday-Thursday, 6-10 pm Friday–Saturday, 6-11 pm Bar: Tuesday-Thursday, 5:30 pm-12 am Friday-Saturday, 5:30 pm-1 am Eleven is closed on Sundays and Mondays Forte Monday-Thursday and Sunday, 6-9 pm Friday-Saturday, 6-10 pm Grande Lobby & Sushi BAR Bar: Sunday-Thursday, 5-11 pm Friday-Saturday, 5 pm-12 am Light fare: Daily, 5-11 pm Sushi: Daily, 5-10 pm The Cove Food Service: daily, 11 am-6 pm Bar: daily, 10 am-6:30 pm The Grille (at the Water Park) Food Service: daily, 11 am-6 pm Bar: daily, 10 am-6:30 pm (Weather Permitting) In-Room Dining Daily, 4 pm–11 pm
Rental Management 407.662.1050 Reunion Grande Lobby Bar 407.662.1355 Special Events & Catering 407.662.1340 Tennis Centre 407.662.1630 Water Park/Bike Rentals 407.396.3048 HOA . Property Services, David Burman President Aegis Community Management Solutions, Inc. 8390 Champions Gate Blvd, Suite 304 l Championsgate, FL 33896
Happy Hour items consists of the following: • Fifty percent off on glasses of Dark Horse wines. • Fifty percent off on domestic bottle/can beers and all draft beers. • Fifty percent off on all well brand cocktails. Please remember that the 20% Member discount will apply at all other times, but is not applicable to Happy Hour.
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The Spa 407.662.4SPA
Member Happy Hour is observed in all outlets from 5 pm to 8 pm daily; or from 5 pm until closing if closing time is prior to 8 pm.
General Manager’s Corner
Summer has begun and we are off to a busy start to the warmest season here at Reunion Resort & Club! We have recently released our revised single family homes rental program details to those Members who currently have their properties with the official Reunion Resort Rental Program, and will be reaching out to other Reunion property owners soon so they can learn more about this exciting new program. Please look for further details in this issue of Gatherings. In addition, you will continue to see improvements throughout the property as a result of approved capital expenditures. To date, the following upgrades have occurred: • An expanded wash pad area for golf carts • Tennis court resurfacing • New ovens for the Clubhouse and Forte kitchens • New GPS units for our golf carts Still on order are the additional driving range mats, Clubhouse verandah furniture, additional pool furniture for Centre Court Ridge and the Water Park, the stairway leading from the practice area to the Grande Pavilion Tent and new pedicure chairs. The new gate arm for the Member’s Only Parking Area is also in the works and should be installed and operational by the end of July. Also, please be sure to review the “Save the Dates” page in this edition of the newsletter to mark your calendars for the return of our annual Homecoming weekend and a Member/Manager Reception & Member’s Holiday Party in December. And ladies, don’t forget the 8th Annual Ladies Health & Beauty Retreat, held for the first time in early November here at Reunion! I look forward to seeing you at the Club!
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Sincerely,
Carlton W. Grant, CHA Managing Director Reunion Resort & Club
Membership Updates
MEMBERSHIP RECORDS AUDIT The Reunion Membership Office will be conducting an audit of Membership records in the coming months in order to ensure all information is up-todate and Members are in the proper Membership category. As a reminder, immediate family privileges are offered to a Member, his or her spouse and their unmarried children, under the age of twenty-three (23), who are living at home, attending school on a full-time basis or in the military. If needed information is missing from your Membership Agreement, a Membership representative will be contacting you in order to update our files; we hope to have this project completed by the end of the Membership Year (December 31, 2014). Your prompt cooperation is greatly appreciated as we work to ensure that we have the most accurate data on file.
MEMBER PAYMENTS
It is with great pleasure that we announce an exciting new direction for our single family homes rental program. Highlights of the new single family homes rental program include:
• No management fee. • No marketing fee.
•T he Company’s management commission is 30 %, with the remaining 70% share of the rental revenue being distributed to the owner. •R esort Guests will have unlimited access to the amenities and facilities of the Club, providing an enormous benefit to renters and offering a distinct advantage over other programs in the Orlando market. • Owners will receive a 50% discount off the Social Membership dues portion of the monthly Golf or Social dues, currently equal to a $185 credit each month. •T he homes website will be redesigned and incorporated more ntrinsically into the main ReunionResort.com website, maximizing booking functionality, and the single family homes will see a greater distribution across vacation rental specific websites. If you are interested in more information on this program, please do not hesitate to contact the Rental Management Team at 407.662.1050.
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As a reminder, all Members are obligated to keep a valid approved credit card, or ACH Debit information to deduct outstanding balances directly from their bank account, on file with the Club at all times. Payments are processed on the last business day prior to the 15th of each month, and balances are due in full when charged. Members are responsible for any amounts that are not paid by the credit card company or direct debit; failure to comply could result in suspension and eventual termination of your Membership account. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
NEW SINGLE FAMILY HOMES RENTAL PROGRAM ANNOUNCED
Rudy Briscoe 56 year-old Masters Track Athlete (and Reunion Service Professional!) Breaks World Record in the 200 meter event Rudolph “Rudy” Briscoe, 56, a Reunion golf maintenance department spray technician, ran 22.89 seconds in the 200 meter event. Currently this is the fastest time in the world for an athlete in his age group. The historic run took place at the NTC Track Meet in Clermont, Florida on Saturday, May 31. Until now, no other sprinter in this age group has ever run sub 23 seconds. However, Rudy’s 200 meter performance will not be recorded as an official world record, due to the wind reading of 3.4m/s. Under IAAF (International Association of Athletics Federations) and USATF (USA Track & Field) rules, the wind may not exceed 2.0m/s.
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Back in 2012, Gatherings profiled Rudy for wining gold and silver medals with his relay team, the Jamaican Masters, in the 4 x 100m 50 and older division at the famed Penn Relays. Rudy has been a competitive track athlete since his high school days at Clarendon College, Chapelton, Jamaica. Even now, he still devotes 3 to 4 days each week to his training. In 2011 Rudy represented Jamaica at the World Masters Athletics Championships in Sacramento, California, where he won the 400 meter event. Rudy is a frequent competitor at the Penn Relays and USA Masters Nationals. According to Masters Athletics Ranking, Rudy is currently ranked number one in the world in the masters 55 age group (M55) in the 200 meter and 400 meter events. Way to go, Rudy!
Chris McCutcheon The Member Employee Recognition Program (MERP) Committee met in June to review the ballots received during the prior month. The ballot submitted for one employee resulted in a unanimous vote as top nominee.
His ballot read “Chris managed a 35th wedding anniversary dinner for us and gave us a time to remember. He personalized our menus and even cut the cake for us. He is always in the restaurants greeting and talking to customers making sure everything is perfect. He is also there helping staff and doing what is needed to make sure every person is taken care of promptly. He made our special day the highlight of our family weekend with his friendly, professional, and personalized attention to every detail.”
The employee has been with Reunion since March 2013. He has managed in the Water Park, Eleven, Forte, the Lobby Bar, and the Clubhouse; sometimes multiple venues at the same time. He has been seen coming into the Grande with his dress clothes to be worn in the restaurants following a full day at the Water Park. He was recently noticed bringing in additional tables and chairs for a game night when more members showed up than expected. He has been witnessed in ABOG TRE meetings where he did an excellent job representing the Food and Beverage Team by coming up with solutions to problems impacting Members. He demonstrates enthusiasm, sincerity, and an energy level that makes it possible for him to routinely perform at a level of exceptional service.
During the June Member Reception, Chris was given a gift card that he can use anywhere in Reunion and a special name tag that symbolizes him as a MERP recipient. He will be considered along with other MERP recipients for the annual award which is a two-night stay in any one of the three Florida Salamander Resorts.
You can submit a ballot for an employee who has demonstrated exceptional service at any time – not just within the month the service was performed. MERP ballots are available at all Reunion outlets or click here to access and submit a ballot online. Your explanation is limited to 500 characters.
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The employee we are referring to is Chris McCutcheon, the winner of the May MERP award.
Next time you see Chris, congratulate him and let him know how much we appreciate his management skills in the Reunion Food and Beverage outlets.
Mother’s Day Scramble
Memorial Day Scramble
Our golf staff celebrated Mother’s Day this
This year’s Memorial Day tournament was a 4 person low net shamble. In third place with a score of 52, losing off a match of cards playoff, was Mike Barry, Kyle Campbell, Lauren Campbell, and TJ Cosgrove. Winning second place with a score of 52 off a match of cards playoff was Bill and Chris Sussman and Rich and Phyllis Sawyer. The 2014 Memorial Day Champions were Joe and Frances Kane and Edwin Rivera with a winning score of 50.
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legendary golf
year by serenading our ladies of Reunion with flowers before teeing off for our annual scramble. The team of Jim and Virginia Shelton and Mike and Joyce Kelley took the victory with a net score of 57.1
REUNION RESORT
MEMBER SERIES STANDINGS
(through one event) Men’s Gross 1. Frank D’Entremont 2. Chris Clegg
Men’s Net 160 points 150 points
Ladies Gross 1. Roberta Sentel 2. Brenda Rendleman
1. Derek Whelan 2. Chris Clegg
150 points 135 points
Ladies Net 110 points 100 points
1. Leslie McLatchie 130 points 2. Roberta Sentel 110 points
For a full list of the current series points standings and winners in each tournament please visit www.ReunionGolfNews.com
REUNION RESORT
UPCOMING GOLF EVENTS
July 4 4th of July Flag Day Tournament
August 2 4 Club Challenge
9 am Shotgun Start (Palmer Course)
$30 for golf members, $50 for guests of golf members, complimentary for annual cart plan members
$30 for golf members, $50 for guests of golf members, complimentary for annual cart plan members $10 tournament fee for every player to go to Credit Book
9 am Shotgun Start (WatsonCourse)
$10 tournament fee for every player to go to Credit Book
July 20 The “Open� Members Challenge
August 10 PGA/Members Challenge
9 am Shotgun Start (Palmer Course)
9 am Shotgun Start (Palmer Course)
$30 for golf members, $50 for guests of golf members, complimentary for annual cart plan members
$30 for golf members, $50 for guests of golf members, complimentary for annual cart plan members
$10 tournament fee for every player to go to Credit Book
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Please feel free to contact the Golf Shop 407.396.3199 for further details or Kevin Baker at kbaker@reunionresort.com or Vic Shallow at vshallow@reunionresort.com
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AS WELL AS THE REGULAR 10% DISCOUNT, MEMBERS ALSO RECEIVE SPECIAL MEMBER PRICING MONDAYS-WEDNESDAYS ON SPA SERVICES.
SPA SPECIALS SPA & BEAUTY Indulge and pamper dry, summer skin with all the healing benefits Mother Nature has to offer.
Island Hydrating Wrap Let Freedom Ring 50 minutes - $150
Approximately 2 hours - $200
Hydrating your skin and detoxifying your system, this treatment will leave your mind renewed and body restored. Skin is gently dry brushed and then warmed coconut oil containing vitamins and anti-oxidants is applied. Your body is relaxed, then wrapped, while enjoying a warm oil scalp massage and your choice of a nourishing hand or foot enhancement.
In celebration of Independence Day, The Spa is giving you the “freedom” to choose two treatments from a selection of our services at one great price. Customize your spa day with a choice of a 50 minute Swedish massage, 50 minute Aromatherapy-European facial or a combination of a Reunion Paradise Manicure and Pedicure. gath erings | 11
This ultimate treatment leaves your body hydrated and restored while your mind stays on “Island Time”.
All the “fireworks” you need to illuminate mind, body and spirit.
frankly G O L F Advantages of Adjustable Drivers Dear Frank, I recently got into a friendly argument about adjustable drivers. My stance was that fit is just as important for a driver as it is for irons and putters, and as such, the adjustability of modern drivers gives us the ability to “tweak” our drivers until they fit our swing. My friend’s opinion is that all the adjustments are just hype, or a crutch, and that you should just learn to hit it better. Where do you stand on adjustable drivers? Do you think they make a difference? If so, how much? There is no doubt in my mind that the settings affect what my ball does. But I do wonder…is it all in my mind?
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–Tim, TX
Tim, It is not all in your mind and I think that an adjustable driver is a good thing. The only problem is that one should first know what you need, and then these adjustments can help fine tune the performance of your club reasonably well-if standard is not right for you. One of the problems is that the average golfer is sometimes unsure of what he/she needs or how to get there-in spite of the instructions provided. Most golfers are affected by the bells and whistles, believing the ability to make multiple adjustments-in some cases 20 or more options — will result in improving a bad swing. In many cases, without professional help, most golfers are only guessing what to do and will probably do more harm than good with the adjustable tool in their hands.
Putting Tip Putt With Imagination Before you putt, take a moment to imagine the ball travelling towards and falling into the hole.
One of the best things about adjustability is the ability to change shafts, allowing the golfer to get the right flex and length using the same head, which will probably help more than the other adjustments available.
Click here to review our Frankly Frog Putter Fitting video to make sure your putter is properly fitted, and remember on your next visit to Reunion Resort you can always visit the Frankly Golf Putting Academy at the lower putting green for some expert help.
With regard to irons, these should be fitted for lie angle and shaft flex. These adjustments should be done with the help of a professional fitter and are relatively simple.
Tim, when you make good friends with your clubs, you don’t have to change them for quite a while as advances in technology are not moving very rapidly. The next move you will need to make when your game gets rusty is to get a lesson from a qualified-qualified is very important-teacher.
As far as a putter is concerned, the two most important things to consider are:
a) the putter type-a mallet style is generally preferred and
b) the correct length-most golfers have putters which are too long.
I hope this helps, and now you can sleep a little better and play with more confidence knowing that you have the correctly fitted equipment.
–Frank
The loft of a well-designed putter is 4-degrees, so no adjustment is needed and if the putter is fitted correctly for length the lie, the angle will be very close to 72 degrees.
For Q&A’s please visit www.franklygolf.com/golfequipmentqaarchive.aspx or stop by the Putting PAD on your next visit to Reunion Resort! BOOK A PUTTING LESSON AT THE PAD To book a putting lesson at the PAD, call 407.396.4004. Individual and Group lessons are available.
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Tuesday, July 1 7-9 pm Reunion Grande Family Bingo
Wednesday, July 16 7-9 pm Reunion Grande Mexican Train and Poker Night
Reservations required no later than Friday, June 27
Reservations required no later than Friday, July 11
Let your competitive spirit shine as you try your luck at bingo! Bring the kids for this event and we’ll have some special prizes just for them! Prizes for adults will be available, too. Bar snacks and non-alcoholic beverages will be served; bar available for purchase at the Grande Lobby Bar. Complimentary for Members; $10 ($12.84 inclusive) for Extended Family and Guests of Members.
Come join your fellow Members in a rousing game of Mexican Train or enjoy some friendly competition in a game of Poker! Mexican Train is a fun domino game that is easy to learn and is lots of fun to play.
PLEASE NOTE THAT A MIMIMUM OF 12 MEMBERS AND GUESTS MUST HAVE RESERVATIONS BY THE END OF THE DAY ON FRIDAY, JUNE 27 OR THE EVENT WILL BE HELD AS A GAME NIGHT INSTEADTHANK YOU FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING!
Friday, July 11 8-9:30 am, Eleven Member Breakfast Reservations required no later than Tuesday, July 8
Stop by and enjoy a delicious continental breakfast buffet and a chance to socialize with your fellow members and Reunion management. Complimentary for Members; $10 ($12.84 inclusive) for Extended Family and Guests of Members.
Please note that Mexican Train is for ages 12 and up only; and space is limited to the first 24 to respond. Poker is for adults only, please-ages 18 and up. Bar snacks and non-alcoholic beverages will be served; bar available for purchase at the Grande Lobby. Complimentary for Members; $10 ($12.84 inclusive) for Extended Family and Guests of Members.
Tuesday, July 22 7-9 pm Reunion Grande Member Social-Wine and Canvas Reservations required no later than Thursday, July 17
It’s time to paint Reunion red, members! Join us in welcoming Wine and Canvas to Reunion by participating in a fun-filled evening of painting. No worries if you are not the next Picasso! A talented artist will be there to instruct you step-by-step in recreating the featured painting pictured below. All supplies are included,
complimentary Sterling wine will be served during the class, and participants will be taking home their very own piece of artwork! AGES 21 AND UP ONLY FOR THIS EVENT, $20 inclusive for Members; $30 inclusive for Extended Family and Guests of Members. PLEASE NOTE THAT A MINIMUM OF 15 MEMBERS AND GUESTS MUST HAVE RESERVATIONS BY THE END OF THE DAY ON THURSDAY, JULY 17 FOR THE EVENT TO BE HELD-THANK YOU FOR YOUR UNDERSTANDING!
Friday, July 25 5:30-7:30 pm, Reunion Grande Member/Manager Reception
Thursday, July 31 7-9 pm, Reunion Grande Bunco and Poker Game Night Reservations required no later than Monday, July 28
Come out to enjoy some friendly competition as you join your fellow members in a game of Bunco or Poker! Sandwiches and light fare, beer and wine will be served. Complimentary for Members; $10 ($12.84 inclusive) for Extended Family and Guests of Members ages 21 and up. Poker is for adults only, please-ages 18 and up. Bunco is for ages 12 and up.
Reservations required no later than Monday, July 21
Hear Club updates from the Advisory Board of Governors (ABOG) and Club Management, celebrate the previous month’s Member Employee Recognition Program (MERP) winner, and mingle with your fellow members. ABOG and Manager’s Updates and Announcements will begin promptly at 5:30 pm. Passed hors d’oeuvres, other culinary delights and complimentary beverages will be featured beginning at 6 pm. Complimentary for Members; $10 ($12.84 inclusive) for Extended Family and Guests of Members ages 21 and up.
UPCOMING
MEMBER EVENTS
J U L Y
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Save the Dates: August 1 8-9:30 am, Member Breakfast August 5 7-9 pm, Family Bingo August 8 5:30-7 pm, Member/Manager Reception August 13 7-9 pm, Mexican Train and Poker August 22 7 -10 pm, DJ and Dinner in the Clubhouse with Ice Cream Social August 28 7-9 pm, Bunco and Poker Game Night
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November 7-8 8 th Annual Ladies Health & Beauty Retreat at Reunion Invite a friend and join us for a weekend of health, fitness and fun! November 21-23 Homecoming Weekend at Reunion December 19 Member/Manager Reception and Member’s Holiday Party
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MONDAY
Lobby Bar Marguerite Flatbread $7
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
Mini Steak Philly Sandwiches
½ Rack BBQ Braised Ribs
Basket of Fries $2 Long Beach Tea $9
Potato Skins
Complimentary House or Caesar Salad with the Purchase of Any Entree
Clubhouse (One Sandwich) $3
Eleven
French Fries $14
Original - Bacon, Cheddar, Chives, Sour Cream $8 Memphis Style - Maytag Blue Cheese, Bacon, Mushrooms, Sour Cream $8
Forte
Member discount does apply
Member discount does not apply
Member discount does not apply
Member discount does not apply
5pm – 11pm
11am – 9pm
6pm – 10pm
6pm – 9pm
Reminder - please note that a 20% gratuity for parties of 8 or more is in effect for all Reunion Resort outlets. This 20% gratuity will apply whenever 8 or more people are seated together, whether or not they request separate checks or request only one check. Thank you for your understanding.
Fourth of July BBQ I N d e P e N d e N C e d Ay F R I d Ay J u Ly 4 , 2 0 1 4
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W AT e R PA R k ·
11Am–3Pm
Black Angus Burger Kosher Hot Dog BBQ Pulled Pork Grilled Chicken Sweet Corn on the Cob Selection of Cheeses, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, mayonnaise, mustard, ketchup, Relish, and Pickles Fruit Salad Potato Salad Apple Coleslaw Potato Chips Assorted Cookies, Brownies and Blondies
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BBQ includes Lemonade and Iced Tea $18 per person price is subject to tax and gratuity | member discount does not apply
World Cup Food and Beverage SpecialS The cluBhouSe and The cove
J u n e 1 2 – J u ly 1 3 , 2 0 1 4 oFFered during lunch and dinner Service hourS
appetizer SpeCialS Large Nacho Platter $15 Sumba Cheese Fries $7 Chips and Salsa $6
drink SpeCialS Penalty Kick $8
Pitchers of Drafts $16
A Blend of Smirnoff Vodka, Bacardi Rum, Blue Curacao and Chambord
Peroni, Smithwick’s and Bud Light
GOLLLLL! $8 A Shot of Jameson, Baileys and Smirnoff Vodka
Yellow Card $8 Smirnoff Vodka, Pineapple Juice, Fresh Orange Juice and Grenadine
Red Card $8 Sauza Tequila, Bacardi Rum, Smirnoff Vodka, Triple Sec, Sweet & Sour, and Cola
BuCketS of Beer Domestic $20 (Any 5 Bottles) Bud, Bud Light, Miller Light and Coors Light
Premium $25 (Any 5 Bottles) Corona, Heineken, Stella, Kirin, Amstel Light, Sam Adams, Shocktop and Yuengling
For more information, please contact the Clubhouse at 407.662.1320
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prices are subject to tax and gratuity | member discount does apply
Inside T H E L I N E S
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JULY TENNIS TIP “T” IS THE KEY If you’ve ever been playing doubles and feel like your opponents are just killing you with their shots and returns, there is something that you can do.
Why does hitting this area eliminate court? Basically it comes down to geometry. The wider you hit a serve, or any shot for that matter, the more court you give your opponent to hit to on your side. Angles create angles! If you serve out wide, then not only are you giving them more of an angle cross court, but you are also giving them an easier down the line shot, one that can literally be hit around your net player.
Doubles is a very interesting game because even though you have an additional person on your side to help you cover the court, it also means that now your opponents can hit more angles because the court is 9’ wider (the alleys).
Another advantage to serving down the T is the fact that you will get your net player more involved in the point. Balls will be traveling more down the middle of the court, enabling them to be more aggressive and stick their nose out to pick the returns off.
One simple thing that you can do in order to eliminate some of that court is to serve down the “T”. The T is the middle service box area where the center service line meets the service line, creating a T.
Just remember, if you want to be a more effective doubles player, the “T” is the key.
Kids’ Crew Hey Kids! Join the Recreation Team for a half or full day of themed crafts, games, and activities. For those that are visiting or here year round, you won’t want to miss out on Kid’s Crew. Kid’s Crew is open Tuesdays through Saturdays; closed on Sundays and Mondays. Please contact us for more information: Reunionrecreation@reunionresort.com or 407.662.1605
Half Day Camp*
Full Day Camp**
$45 Member, each additional child 15% off $50 Resort Guest, each additional child 10% off Lunch $10 Half day camp is from 9 am.12 pm or 1.4 pm *Includes one snack
$55 Member, each additional child 15% off $60 Resort Guest, each additional child 10% off Full day camp is from 9 am.4 pm *Includes lunch and two snacks
To make reservations, please call the Activity Center at 407.396.3133 (note: this line is for reservations only, please leave a voicemail).
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24-hour advance registration required. All children attending camp must be fully potty-trained to participate. (Ages 4-10, space is limited).
Hey Kids! Come on over to the Water Park and join Reunion’s Recreation Team in having fun in the Summer Sun. Jump in our wet and wild bounce houses or get crafty and create your own souvenir. All Day Bounce Pass $10 per Child; Craft Prices Vary
Saturday, July 5, 8:30 pm Movie Under The Stars Frozen Grande Lawn (Weather Permitting) Enjoy a family movie on Reunion’s Inflatable Big Screen under the stars on the Grande Lawn. B.Y.O.S.B.S. (Bring Your Own Seating, Blankets, & Snacks).
Sunday, July 13, 5 pm Kick Ball Tournament Water Park Side Lawn Hey Everyone! Come on over to the Water Park’s Side Lawn and join Reunion’s Recreation Team for a Kick Ball Tournament. Must sign-up by 5 pm the day before. $15 per player, includes Box Lunches.
Sunday, July 20, 2 pm Gatorland Show Water Park Trek on over to the Water Park and get up close and personal with an American Alligator and other species of Florida’s Wildlife. Watch Gatorland’s finest Gator Wranglers Wrestlin’ Show and take part in the hands-on educational encounter and learn all about Gator and Snake Safety.
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Friday, July 25, 11 am-12 pm Ice Cream Social Water Park Donations benefit Give Kids The World Village. Minimum $2 donation per cone. All prices are subject to tax.
July Recreation Events
Friday, July 4, 10 am-6 pm Bounce House Party Water Park
Giant Checkers Mega Jenga Ropes
Horse Shoes Corn Hole Hula Hoops Jump
* Lawn Game Pieces MUST stay in the Lawn Game Area. Lawn Game Pieces are NOT to be used in the pool or in any areas that obstruct walk ways.*
MEMBER’S ONLY AREA IN THE WATER PARK NOW OPEN! The Member’s Only Area is fanned and misted and features complimentary amenities for our valued Members, including flavored water, frozen grapes, chilled towels and personal misters. Please have your Member ID card handy to access this specific Member’s Only area.
Twisted Thursdays 11am-6pm Snow Cones $4 Paint Your Own Wooden Craft $6 D.I.Y. Chalkboard Sign $3 Paint Your Own Ceramic Crafts $3-$8 D.I.Y. Smart Phone Case or Wallet $5 1pm Underwater Soccer Shoot Out 2:30pm Build Your Own Dessert $5 4pm Potato Sack Race
Sweet Fridays 11am-6pm Snow Cones $4 Decorate Your Own Mini Football Helmets $6 D.I.Y. Mini Tablet Cover $8 Tie-Dye T-Shirts Members $15; Guests $20 Color Your Own Beach Ball $3 1pm Duck Duck Goose 2:30pm Build Your Own Dessert $5
Marvelous Mondays 11am-6pm Snow Cones $4 Paint Your Own Ceramic Bank $8 D.I.Y. Wooden Photo Frame $4 D.I.Y. Mini Tablet Cover $8 • Sand Art $4 1pm Cannon Ball Contest 4pm Hula Hoop Contest
4pm Poolside Bingo
Sunny Saturdays 11am-6pm Snow Cones $4Build-A-Buddy $12 Color Your Own Plush Animal $8 Tie-Dye T-Shirts Members $15; Guests $20 Decorate Your Own Sunglasses $3 1pm Limbo Contest
Crafty Tuesday
2:30pm Build Your Own Dessert $5
11am-6pm Snow Cones $4 D.I.Y. Sunglasses $3 Color Your Own Backpack $10 Create Your Own Journal $4 Decorate Your Own Wind Chimes $3
Sunday Fun-Days
1pm Corn Hole Tournament 4pm Simon Says
Wacky Wednesdays
1pm Tug-O-War Contest 4pm Balloon Toss
11am-6pm Snow Cones $4 Paint Your Own Wooden Craft $6 D.I.Y. Rubber Ducky / Fish Squirts $3 Decorate Your Own Wind Chimes $3 Color Your Own Plush Animal $8 1pm Hot Potato Competition 2:30pm Build Your Own Dessert $5 4pm Marco Polo All prices are subject to tax.
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11am-6pm Snow Cones $4 Tie-Dye T-Shirts Members $15; Guests $20 D.I.Y. Rubber Ducky / Fish Squirts $3 Color Your Own Can Coozie $4 Color Your Own Water Bottle Holder $4
4pm Sand Castle Building Contest
July Activities
Daily Lawn Games Available at the Water Park
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1 Spa services special Member pricing Cardio Tennis, 8am, Tennis Centre Men’s Golf Day, 8 am, Clubhouse Ladies’ Golf Day, 8 am, Clubhouse Power Play Tennis (Men’s Clinic), 6:30-7:30pm, Tennis Centre Family Bingo, 7-9 pm, Grande
2 Spa services special Member pricing Beginner Tennis Clinic, 11-12pm, Tennis Center Complimentary Ball Machine Use for Members, 1-4pm, Tennis Center Member Golf Putting Challenge, 4:30–5:30pm, Clubhouse Putting Green
3 Yoga, 9am, Heritage Crossing Twilight Golf, 3pm, Clubhouse
4 INDEPENDENCE DAY Cardio Tennis, 8-9am, Tennis Centre
5 Drop-In Doubles Tennis, 10am-Noon, Tennis Center
6 Beginner Tennis Clinic, 11-12pm, Tennis Center
7 Spa services special Member pricing Yoga, 9am, Heritage Crossing Member Free Golf Clinic, 4:30-5:30pm, Clubhouse
8 Spa services special Member pricing Cardio Tennis, 8am, Tennis Centre Men’s Golf Day, 8 am, Clubhouse Ladies’ Golf Day, 8 am, Clubhouse Power Play Tennis (Men’s Clinic), 6:30-7:30pm, Tennis Centre
9 Spa services special Member pricing Beginner Tennis Clinic, 11-12pm, Tennis Center Complimentary Ball Machine Use for Members, 1-4pm, Tennis Center Member Golf Putting Challenge, 4:30-5:30pm, Clubhouse Putting Green
10 Yoga, 9am, Heritage Crossing Twilight Golf, 3pm, Clubhouse
11 Cardio Tennis, 8-9am, Tennis Centre TGIF Member Golf Mixer, 9am Start, Clubhouse Member Breakfast, 8-9:30 am, Eleven
12 Drop-In Doubles Tennis, 10am-Noon, Tennis Center
13 Beginner Tennis Clinic, 11-12pm, Tennis Cente
14 Spa services special Member pricing Yoga, 9am, Heritage Crossing Member Free Golf Clinic, 4:30-5:30pm, Clubhouse
15 Spa services special Member pricing Cardio Tennis, 8am, Tennis Centre Men’s Golf Day, 8 am, Clubhouse Ladies’ Golf Day, 8 am, Clubhouse Power Play Tennis (Men’s Clinic), 6:30-7:30pm, Tennis Centre
16 Spa services special Member pricing Beginner Tennis Clinic, 11-12pm, Tennis Center Member Golf Putting Challenge, 4:30-5:30pm, Clubhouse Putting Green Mexican Train & Poker, 7 pm, G!rande
17 Yoga, 9am, Heritage Crossing Twilight Golf, 3pm, Clubhouse
18 Cardio Tennis, 8-9am, Tennis Centre TGIF Member Golf Mixer, 8am Start, Clubhouse
19 Drop-In Doubles Tennis, 10am-Noon, Tennis Center
20 Beginner Tennis Clinic, 11-12pm, Tennis Center
21 Spa services special Member pricing Yoga, 9am, Heritage Crossing Member Free Golf Clinic, 4:30-5:30pm, Clubhouse
22 Spa services special Member pricing Cardio Tennis, 8am, Tennis Centre Men’s Golf Day, 8 am, Clubhouse Ladies’ Golf Day, 8 am, Clubhouse Power Play Tennis (Men’s Clinic), 6:30-7:30pm, Tennis Centre Member Social, Wine and Canvas, 7-9 pm, Grande
23 Spa services special Member pricing Beginner Tennis Clinic, 11-12pm, Tennis Center Member Golf Putting Challenge, 4:30-5:30pm, Clubhouse Putting Green
24 Yoga, 9am, Heritage Crossing Twilight Golf, 3pm, Clubhouse
25 Cardio Tennis, 8-9am, Tennis Centre TGIF Member Golf Mixer, 8am Start, Clubhouse Member/Manager Reception, 5:30-7:30 pm, Grande
26 Drop-In Doubles Tennis, 10am-Noon, Tennis Center
27 Beginner Tennis Clinic, 11-12pm, Tennis Center
28 Spa services special Member pricing Yoga, 9am Heritage Crossing Member Free Golf Clinic, 4:30-5:30pm, Clubhouse
29 Spa services special Member pricing Cardio Tennis, 8am, Tennis Centre Men’s Golf Day, 8 am, Clubhouse Ladies’ Golf Day, 8 am, Clubhouse Power Play Tennis (Men’s Clinic), 6:30-7:30pm, Tennis Centre
30 Spa services special Member pricing Beginner Tennis Clinic, 11-12pm, Tennis Center Member Golf Putting Challenge, 4:30-5:30pm, Clubhouse Putting Green
31 Yoga, 9am, Heritage Crossing Twilight Golf, 3pm, Clubhouse Bunco & Poker Game Night, 7-9pm, Grande
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Membership Office: Mon.-Sat., 9am-5pm Arcade/Fitness Center Pavilion: Daily, 7am-11pm Golf Shop: Daily, 7am-6:30pm Kids CrewSM: 9am-4pm, Tues.-Sat. Tennis Courts: Daily, 8am-10pm
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Tennis Shop: Tues.-Sat., 8am-5pm Sun. 8am-2pm | Closed Mondays The Spa: Daily, 10am-6pm Water Park: Daily, 10 am to 7 pm Bike Rentals: Daily, 10am-5 pm
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1 Cardio Tennis, 8-9am, Tennis Centre TGIF Member Golf Mixer, 9am Start, Clubhouse Member Breakfast, 8-9:30am, Eleven
2 Drop-In Doubles Tennis, 10am-Noon, Tennis Center
3 Beginner Tennis Clinic, 11-12pm, Tennis Center
4 Spa services special Member pricing Yoga, 9am, Heritage Crossing Member Free Golf Clinic, 4:30-5:30pm, Clubhouse
5 Spa services special Member pricing Cardio Tennis, 8am, Tennis Centre Men’s Golf Day, 8 am, Clubhouse Ladies’ Golf Day, 8 am, Clubhouse Power Play Tennis (Men’s Clinic), 6:30-7:30pm, Tennis Centre Family Bingo, 7-9 pm, Grande
6 Spa services special Member pricing Beginner Tennis Clinic, 11-12pm, Tennis Center Complimentary Ball Machine Use for Members, 1-4pm, Tennis Center Member Golf Putting Challenge, 4:30-5:30pm, Clubhouse Putting Green
7 Yoga, 9am, Heritage Crossing Twilight Golf, 3pm, Clubhouse
8 Cardio Tennis, 8-9am, Tennis Centre TGIF Member Golf Mixer, 8am Start, Clubhouse Member/Manager Reception, 5:30-7:30 pm, Grande
9 Drop-In Doubles Tennis, 10am-Noon, Tennis Center
10 Beginner Tennis Clinic, 11-12pm, Tennis Center
11 Spa services special Member pricing Yoga, 9am, Heritage Crossing Member Free Golf Clinic, 4:30-5:30pm, Clubhouse
12 Spa services special Member pricing Cardio Tennis, 8am, Tennis Centre Men’s Golf Day, 8 am, Clubhouse Ladies’ Golf Day, 8 am, Clubhouse Power Play Tennis (Men’s Clinic), 6:30-7:30pm, Tennis Cen
13 Spa services special Member pricing Beginner Tennis Clinic, 11-12pm, Tennis Center Member Golf Putting Challenge, 4:30-5:30pm, Clubhouse Putting Green Mexican Train & Poker, 7 pm, Grande
14 Yoga, 9am, Heritage Crossing Twilight Golf, 3pm, Clubhouse
15 Cardio Tennis, 8-9am, Tennis Centre TGIF Member Golf Mixer, 8am Start, Clubhouse
16 Drop-In Doubles Tennis, 10am-Noon, Tennis Center
17 Beginner Tennis Clinic, 11-12pm, Tennis Center
18 Spa services special Member pricing Yoga, 9am Heritage Crossing Member Free Golf Clinic, 4:30-5:30pm, Clubhouse
19 Spa services special Member pricing Cardio Tennis, 8am, Tennis Centre Men’s Golf Day, 8 am, Clubhouse Ladies’ Golf Day, 8 am, Clubhouse Power Play Tennis (Men’s Clinic), 6:30-7:30pm, Tennis Centre
20 Spa services special Member pricing Beginner Tennis Clinic, 11-12pm, Tennis Center Member Golf Putting Challenge, 4:30-5:30pm, Clubhouse Putting Green
21 Yoga, 9am, Heritage Crossing Twilight Golf, 3pm, Clubhouse
22 Cardio Tennis, 8-9am, Tennis Centre TGIF Member Golf Mixer, 8am Start, Clubhouse DJ and Dinner with Member Ice C!ream Social, 7-10 pm, Clubhouse
23 Drop-In Doubles Tennis, 10am-Noon, Tennis Center
24 Yoga, 9am, Heritage Crossing Ballroom Twilight Golf, 3pm, Clubhouse Bunco & Poker Game Night, 7-9pm, Heritage
25 Spa services special Member pricing Yoga, 9am Heritage Crossing Member Free Golf Clinic, 4:30-5:30pm, Clubhouse
26 Spa services special Member pricing Cardio Tennis, 8am, Tennis Centre Men’s Golf Day, 8 am, Clubhouse Ladies’ Golf Day, 8 am, Clubhouse Power Play Tennis (Men’s Clinic), 6:30-7:30pm, Tennis Centre
27 Spa services special Member pricing Beginner Tennis Clinic, 11-12pm, Tennis Center Member Golf Putting Challenge, 4:30-5:30pm, Clubhouse Putting Green
28 Yoga, 9am, Heritage Crossing Twilight Golf, 3pm, Clubhouse Bunco & Poker Game Night, 7-9pm, Grande
29 Cardio Tennis, 8-9am, Tennis Centre TGIF Member Golf Mixer, 8am Start, Clubhouse
30 Drop-In Doubles Tennis, 10am-Noon, Tennis Center
31 Beginner Tennis Clinic, 11-12pm, Tennis Center
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R E C R E AT I O N & F I T N E S S YOGA: 9am | Monday & Thursdays It’s liberating, rejuvenating, invigorating, healing and fun. Come join us in Heritage Crossing. Call the Recreation team at 407.662.1606 for more information. Members: Complimentary, Resort Guests: $10
1 Hour Personal Training Sessions Personal Trainer: Justin Shuman Sessions by appointment only. Available Wednesday through Sunday, 7:30 am.9 am. Session Focus Options: Weight Loss, Muscle Mass, Strength Gain or Toning. Single Session: $15; 3 Sessions: $40; 6 Sessions: $85; 7+ Sessions: See Trainer for options. Call the Recreation Team at 407.662.1606 for more information.
Bike Rentals
Hourly Day Week Adult $10 $30 $70 Child $8 $20 $50 Helmets are available for all and required for children 12 years or younger. Please ask our front desk at the Water Park for information on bike rentals. Reunion Resort Bicycle Rentals 407.662.1606
Surrey Bike Rentals Single Bench $25/per ½ hour Double Bench $30/per ½ hour All guests must be 18 years of age or older to drive and 58 inches or taller to be in a pedaling position. Proper foot attire is required (no flip flops, bare feet or open.toed shoes). Please note: rentals begin at 10 am and end one hour before the park closes.
Junior Lifeguard Program (Class is scheduled by appointment only. At least 48 hours advance notice required.) This 2 hour program is for children 6-15 to get a jump start into learning the basics of Lifeguarding. This class is intended for intermediate or advanced swimmers only. Members and Guests $25/person (Minimum of 2, Maximum of 6 per class) Call the Water Park Front Gate at 407.662.1606 for more information.
WAT E R P A R K A C C E S S WATER PARK RULES AND REGULATIONS
• Members, Resort Guests, Partner Program Guests and Houseguests with RED ink cards: Complimentary • Houseguests with BLACK ink cards: Adult: $15; Child: $10 per day • Houseguest cards and a valid ID matching the name on the Houseguest card required for admission (driver’s license or passport) • Registered Houseguests may not have accompanied guests • Members must accompany all guests without Houseguest cards while at the Water Park at all times
•A ccompanied Resort Guests: $30 per person per day
• Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older • Member Cards, Room Cards or Houseguest cards are required for admission •W ater Park is not open to the public • No outside food or beverages permitted in the Water Park (No Exceptions) • No food or drinks are permitted in the pool • No private coolers permitted •A ll pool towels must remain in the park at all times • Height requirement to ride main slide is 42”
NO SMOKING
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• Guests with Reunion Members: up to 4 complimentary accompanied guests per Membership per day; additional guests $10 per person per day
•A ccompanied Wyndham Vacation Guests: $30 per person per day
7593 GATHERING DRIVE | REUNION, FLORIDA 34747 888.418.9611 | 407.662.1000 | REUNIONRESORT.COM