The Briar Club 2017 Q1 Newsletter by The Briar Club

THE BRIAR CLUB NEWSLETTER First Quarter 2017

TABLE OF CONTENTS PRESIDENTS LETTER

HOURS OF OPERATION WINTER / SPRING 2017 Office Hours

Fitness Center Monday - Friday 5:00 am - 9:00 pm Saturday 6:00 am - 8:00 pm Sunday 7:00 am - 8:00 pm

MEMBERSHIP NEWS

Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 5:30 pm (713) 622-3667

EMPLOYEE NEWS

Family Resort Pool

AROUND THE CLUB

Saturday 11:00 am - 8:00 pm Sunday 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

The Family Pool will open for the weekends on Saturday, March 4, 2017.

DEPARTMENT NEWS TENNIS

AQUATICS

FITNESS

YOUTH

Adult & Competition Lap Pool Monday - Friday 5:00 am - 9:00 pm Saturday 6:00 am - 8:00 pm Sunday 7:00 am - 8:00 pm

Barracuda Café DEPARTMENT / CLUB EVENTS CLUB CALENDARS

12 17

THE BRIAR CLUB MISSION STATEMENT The Briar Club is a private recreational and social club where a community of families and individuals enjoy the highest standards of Aquatics, Fitness, Tennis, Children’s Programs and Quality Cuisine. All programs are presented in attractive surroundings and a comfortable atmosphere, with service provided by a highly-qualified, professional staff.

Sunrise Menu Tuesday - Saturday 5:30 am - 10:30 am Lunch Saturday 11:00 am - 8:00 pm Sunday 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

The Barracuda Café will open for the weekends on Saturday, March 4, 2017.

Tennis Courts Monday - Friday 5:00 am - 9:00 pm Saturday 6:00 am - 8:00 pm Sunday 7:00 am - 8:00 pm

The Briar Shop Monday - Thursday 8:00 am - 7:00 pm Friday - Saturday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm Sunday 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Breezes

Saturday 11:00 am - 8:00 pm Sunday 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

Breezes will open for the weekends on Saturday, March 4, 2017.

The End Zone

The Kids Club

Monday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Tuesday - Thursday 8:00 am - 9:00 pm Friday - Saturday 8:00 am - 10:00 pm Sunday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm

The Hideout Tuesday - Thursday 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Friday 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm Saturday 9:00 am - 10:00 pm Sunday 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

Nursery Monday 8:30 am - 12:00 pm Tuesday - Thursday 8:30 am - 12:00 pm Friday - Saturday 8:30 am - 12:00 pm 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm Sunday 8:30 am - 12:00 pm

Tuesday - Friday 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm

DINING RESERVATIONS Reservations for our dining rooms can be made by calling our friendly receptionists at (713) 622-3667, emailing to reservations@thebriarclub.com or online through your member account. The Dining Reservations page is located under the Dining tab on the website menu.

Lounge Bar

Lunch Tuesday - Friday 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Sunday 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Dinner Tuesday - Thursday 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Friday - Saturday 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Lounge Dining

Lunch Tuesday - Friday 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Dinner Tuesday - Thursday 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Friday - Saturday 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

BC Bistro

Brunch Tuesday - Sunday 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Brunch is available in either the BC Bistro or The Lounge Bar.

Lunch Tuesday - Friday 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Saturday 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Sunday 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Dinner Tuesday - Thursday 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm Friday - Saturday 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm

A LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT David Mordy, 2017 Briar Club President

As 2014 drew to a close with oil prices in a nosedive and the Briar Club’s construction looming, one of the board members properly expressed the sentiment, “winter is coming.” As we begin 2017, the long night has now passed and the Briar Club’s transformation has been more than just a physical change. New traditions are being set. The board, committees and members are providing ideas and input that will shape these traditions. In addition, we have a management team that is willing to challenge the status quo and improve operations and member services wherever possible. Our vision for the Briar Club is to create a club where every member can boast about belonging to a club like no other in the country. We are on our way to becoming that club. In recent years we have added creative new experiences for members, including tennis trips to major events, rooftop fireworks viewing and our very first presentation ball. My favorite event of 2016 was listening to Dr Brené Brown as we kicked off the Scholarship Fund. The club has also added significant new amities. I was amazed to learn our kitchen crew is willing to fire up the ovens at 3:30 am in order to provide catered food to members during major holidays. From car detailing to the ability to pre-order breakfast on your way to the fitness center, new services keep arriving.

Our committees are discussing new ideas ranging from water polo to vineyard excursions to cooking camps. In June, the Club will hold a mixer for Briar Club youth to network with members and discuss career opportunities. There are a host of ideas we have tried in the past, but did not get the response needed to continue. However, in addition to having new facilities and new management, over 20% of the Briar Club’s membership has joined within the last 3 years. Some ideas now have a renewed shot at success. My encouragement for members is to enjoy the journey and to experience new things. We all tend to have patterns where we are at the club for same times during the week. If you haven’t yet, join the Wednesday night happy hour crowd, play poker in the End Zone or try a fitness challenge. This is our chance to be more than a place for Sunday brunch and member support helps us gain traction on new ideas. Excitement and optimism are also the keys to our financial success. Our only true advertising is our members. Sharing your passion for the Club with potential members is worth more than anything the Board, Committees, and Management can do. With a great sense of optimism, I am very much looking forward to 2017 at the Briar Club.

YEAR IN REVIEW, A FAREWELL LETTER Will Garwood, Ex-Officio As my tenure as President draws to a close, I want to thank all of you for the honor and privilege of serving The Briar Club. Looking ahead, David Mordy has been elected by the Board to serve as President in 2017. David has been a valuable member of the Board for the past three years, served as Chair of the Membership Committee in 2015 and Treasurer and Chair of the Finance Committee during this past year. I would also like to congratulate and welcome our newly elected Board Members, Brenda Bowman, Orion Campbell and Rick Walton. I look forward to working with David and all the Board in the coming year in my new role as Ex Officio member.

to the Briar Club through your service over the past 3 and 4 years. Finally, on behalf of the entire Board I want to say thank you to our great young General Manager, Daniel Moreno. Daniel took the helm at the beginning of 2016, rolled up his sleeves and went to work – and he has not stopped. Daniel was a wonderful partner to the Board and his positive energy and enthusiasm reverberates throughout our Club family of members and employees. The journey which began with the Master Plan has taken us further and challenged us in ways not fully foreseen. Such is the case with almost all great endeavors, they are costly in time and treasure but ultimately well worth the effort. What a wonderful place we are blessed to have and to enjoy tucked away between Timmons Lane and Saint Street, right in the heart of one of the world’s great cities. As we look into the future, I believe the sky is the limit for the Briar Club.

I want to thank our 2016 Board for their service and the commitment of their considerable talents and, that most precious of all commodities, time, on behalf of the Club. I enjoyed our time together and the opportunity to work with all of you. I am proud to say that the 2016 Board more than rose to the challenge and showed a real solidarity of purpose. Strong minded individuals, independent thinkers, but all passionate about the Briar Club. Shannon, Rob and Rob, you will be My best wishes to all of you for a Happy New Year in 2017. See you missed next year. Each of you has made a truly significant contribution around the Club.

MEMBERSHIP NEWS WELCOME OUR NEW MEMBERS! Happy New Year! I can hardly believe January is already here, we have been hard at work during the past few months to enhance your experience at The Club including pool upgrades and maintenance. In no time, our family resort pool will be open and filled with smiles, kids splashing and future memories. I would like to thank our members for referrals and the continued support of membership at the Club. We had 61 new members join last year and we look forward to welcoming more of your friends, family and business associates to the Club. If you know someone interested in becoming a member, or should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll see you around the club!

RE F E R Y O U R F RI E N D S AN D F AM I LY TO C LU B M E M B E RSH I P

Linda Benson Director of Membership

NEW MEMBERS OCTOBER - DECEMBER 2016

Jessica and Phillip Barzilla Bobby Basra Lisa and Jonathan Caughran John Galtney Jordan Jewett Alexandra Kolb Amy Munger

L IND A L O V E S L EAD S !

NEW YEAR, UPDATED PROFILE Whether you have been a member for a while, or you have just joined, we are here to make sure your experience at The Briar Club is always second to none. In addition to keeping your online profile information updated, if you have any addtional questions on how to access your online account or make reservations for upcoming events, please contact the Communications Department.

Our Director of Membership, Linda Benson, loves membership leads! Feel free to send a name of a friend or family member to Linda!

Linda Benson (713) 552-2159 membership@thebriarclub.com

communications@thebriarclub.com / 713-522-2104 As a courtesy reminder, to access your account, you must login into the website online at www.TheBriarClub.com.

John and Elizabeth Stiver Kyle and Elizabeth Weaver Joshua and Kristin Weed Randy and Crystal Wright

Be on the look out for details coming soon on Member Mixers this Spring, and our newly created, Junior Member Mixers!

WEL COME, L IT T L E ON E! Kelly Elizabeth McDowell

Daughter of Brittany and Austin McDowell Welcome to the Briar Club Family, Kelly!

EMPLOYEE NEWS LE AD E R SH I P A W A R DS

Only awarded four times a year, the Leadership Award acknowledges employees who go above and beyond to demonstrate exemplary leadership skills within their department and across the entire club.

AN N U AL MEE TING

During our Annual Meeting, the Club discusses many Club related topics, including the announcement of the 2017 Board of Directors and the presentation of the 2015-2016 Employee Service Awards.

WINTER 2016

Daniela Rivera

Human Resources Assistant Briar Club Employee for 1 year

Stacey Ellis 5 Years

Endora Miranda 5 Years

Emmanuel Campos Marta Abbas 10 Years 10 Years

EMP L O Y E E S O F T HE M O N T H

2015-2016 Employee Service Award Winners

Each month, The Briar Club recognizes club employees who have gone the extra mile to help create the WOW experience our members deserve. We are proud of our employees and thank them for their hard work and dedication!

5 YEARS

Jose Alvarado Stacey Ellis Endora Miranda Casey Newman

10 Y E AR S

Marta Abbas Emmanuel Campos Ursula Cornish Juan Rivas Silvia Leyva

OCTOBER

NOVEMBER

PM Lead Cook Briar Club Employee for 5 years

Dining Server Briar Club Employee for 17 years

Mindael Lopez

Roosemery Casildo

DECEMBER

Oscar Villeda

Banquet Captain Briar Club Employee for 9 years

Ursula Cornish 10 Years

Silvia Layva 10 Years

Juan Rivas 10 Years

15 Y E AR S Pascual Chuc

AROUND THE CLUB

E M P L O Y E E SCH O LAR S H IP FU N DRA ISER

F A LL F EST IVA L

B RI A R B O O BAS H

OLD MC BRIA R FA RM

October 13, 2016

October 30, 2016

October 15, 2016

November 12, 2016

AROUND THE CLUB

T H A N K S G I V ING AT TH E CLUB

BREA KF A ST W I T H S A N T A

H O L I D A Y S H O P P ING BO UTIQU E

IN A U GU RA L PRES EN T A T I ON B A L L

November 22, 2016

December 13, 2016

December 10, 2016

December 22, 2016

TENNIS

SPRING 2017 JUNIOR TENNIS Tuesday, January 3, 2017 - Thursday, May 25, 2017

AGES 3 - 4

AGES 9+

Monday - Thursday

3:45 - 4:30 pm

5:00 - 6:00 pm

$15 per day

$20 per day

AGES 5 - 8

BRDG. & ADV.

LADIES HALLOWEEN FUN DOUBLES

Monday - Thursday

Briar ladies dressed up for the annual Halloween Fun Doubles, and had a blast on and off the court!

4:00 - 5:00 pm

4:30 - 6:00 pm

$20 per day

$30 per day

October 28, 2016

To sign up, please contact Mike Alcott, Head Tennis Professional. Phone: 713-622-2121 Email: headtennispro@thebriarclub.com

THE BRIAR SHOP

Century Doubles Winners: (left to right) Kevin Kirton & Dan Carter, Clark Lord & Ed Rosenthal

CENTURY MENS DOUBLES November 12, 2016

LADIES JINGLE BELL MIXER

The Briar Club men hit the courts in pairs for our multi-level Century Mens Doubles Tournament! Each teamâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ages must total 100 or above.

The jingle was in full effect at the Club during the annual Jingle Bell Mixer!

December 9, 2016

Offering a wide range of clothing and shoes, tennis, fitness & swimming merchandise, snacks, and racquet stringing services, The Briar Shop is a one-stop-shop for all of your fitness and tennis needs. The Briar Shop is also the place to find help booking a court, arranging lessons with Briar Club Tennis Pros, or signing up for an upcoming tennis event.

TENNIS WORKOUTS AND LESSONS @ THE CLUB With nine courts, there is no shortage of space and availability to enjoy playing tennis. In addition to multiple events a month, the Tennis Department offers weekend workouts for both men and women, and private or group lessons with one of our certified tennis professionals. Times available and rates vary, for more information on how to sign up, please contact the Tennis Department (ext. 2121).

AQUATICS Wanted: Swim Team Coaches

POOL TEMPERATURE POLICY

At each change of seasons (to the extent that we have “seasons” in Houston), the topic of pool temperatures resurfaces at the Club. There are recognized standards for water temperatures for different activities. FINA, or the Fédération Internationale de Natation, the international governing body for swimming sports, dictates the precise temperature for competitive swimming and other water sports. In addition to FINA, the American Red Cross has recommendations for pool temperature that can be used as a guide for fitness and recreational swimming, and for water therapy. In setting temperature goals for each of the Club’s pools the Swim Committee is guided by these standards and has taken several factors into consideration. These include different age/ skill levels of usage groups, ideal temperature ranges for different types of aquatic activities, pool locations, and numbers of participants. Each type of activity has a different temperature range that is considered appropriate for that group. With the completion of the Adult Lap Pool, the club has two lap pools for the members to choose from. The FINA standard for such swimming is a range between 77 and 82 degrees F. The Swim Committee decided that the Club should have one pool be a warmer and one pool a cooler option. The temperature goal of 82 degrees for the Competition Lap Pool was chosen so that it could accommodate those lap swimmers who prefer warmer water and would also accommodate our Barracuda and USA Swimming team practices and swimming lessons. The Adult Lap Pool goal of 79 degrees was chosen so that adults who swim at a more strenuous pace can swim their workouts without being overheated. The pool heaters at the club operate with a 1 degree variance so the actual water temperature in the pools during cooler months can vary by + or – 1 degree F. Summer temperatures and the extreme variability of Houston weather make consistency a challenge, but the Club attempts to maintain comfortable temperatures and keep maintenance interruptions to a minimum to ensure that pool temperatures are as stable as possible. Pool temperatures are taken twice daily and are posted in order to enable members to choose cooler or warmer water. Please join your fellow club members in enjoying the two lap pools as part of your exercise regimen throughout the year.

For more information on Group Lessons and Pre-Season Swim Team keep an eye out for the 2017 Youth, Swim and Tennis Program, coming out in February

Calling all Briar Club Swim Team Alumni! If you would like to help the Briar Club Barracuda’s continue their summer streak of excellence, please attend one of our informational meetings! DATES Tuesday, March 7 |7:00 pm Monday, March 20 | 7:00 pm LOCATION The Conference room

Private & Group Lessons

You may now contact the Aquatics Office to reserve a spot for swim lessons in the spring. Our group lessons will begin March 6th and private lessons are available as soon as the weather permits. Group lessons spots are filled on a firstcome-first-serve basis, so please contact us as soon as possible!

Spring Pool Hours

The Family Pool will open for recreational swimming March 4, 2017. Saturday & Sundays 11:00 am - 7:00 pm Spring Break March 14th – 19th 11:00 am - 7:00 pm We will update you with Summer hours when the pool opens full time in May.

FITNESS WORLD SERIES CHAMPION CREDITS PILATES FOR HIS CAREER TURN AROUND Jake Arrieta was a pitcher for the Cubs that

Arrieta predicts, “In five to 10 years, every

was not doing so well professionally. Then he

clubhouse in baseball is going to be doing this. I

discovered Pilates and it morphed him into one of think at first a lot of guys were skeptical. But as the best pitchers in baseball.

GET MOVING WITH GROUP EXERCISE The Club offers over twenty five different Group Ex classes weekly, with a variety of fitness disciplines from Cycle and Barre classes to Yoga, Cardio, and Weight Training. From the early morning, to after dark, we have classes that fit every schedule. To enroll in the Group Ex program, simply attend a Group Ex class. Schedules for classes can be found at the Fitness Desk or online.

time has gone by, the amount of guys that are taking part in either a morning routine of Pilates

Unlimted Monthly: $45.00

“What I noticed from Pilates last year was that I

or an afternoon session is pretty high. I’d say

Drop-In: $15.00

have much better control of my body,” Arrieta

there’s been 15-20 guys that are actively using

says. “I repeat my delivery consistently. My

Pilates. And they are all seeing the added benefit.”

Guest: $15.00 + Guest Fee

balance is much improved. And the mental and physical toughness Pilates requires to complete

Find out how Pilates can help you elevate your game.

movements the correct way have directly helped

The Briar Club Pilates Studio is a state of the art

me on the mound.”

facility with a staff of professional instructors who can help you meet your training goals.

“In five to 10 years, every clubhouse in baseball is going to be doing this.”

TAKE YOUR FITNESS TO THE NEXT LEVEL The Briar Club has fully-certified personal trainers on-hand to help you assess and meet your fitness goals. From focuses on sportsspecific training and conditioning to weight management and injury prevention/rehabilitation, our Trainers focus on your lifestyle with an

Contact Larry Zikes - Pilates Coordinator 713-552-2135 / pilates@thebriarclub.com

integrated approach to develop a personal plan to transform you to be your very best! If you are interested in setting up an appointment, pick up a Personal Training Guide in the fitness center, or contact Stephanie Kampf (ext. 2135) for more information.

“I train with Pilates in the offseason and in-season on a daily basis. Pilates gets my body into a position where I’m activated, I’m loose and I’m

STAY ACTIVE, LIVE WELL

ready to go as soon as I step out onto the field. It

Wellness at The Briar Club encompasses more than just looking

aids my warm-up process; it gets me much more ready for the day of activity than any other type of warm-up ever has. And the amount of core

good or feeling well. Our proactive approach to health and fitness will improve the quality of your life, and move you towards increasingly optimum levels of well-being.

strength that I’ve built with Pilates and hamstring

On-site services include

strength and hip mobility and mobility in my

•

Physical Therapy

shoulders and my spine -- those are all things that

•

Wellness Screenings

•

Fascial Stretch Therapy

•

Therapeutic Massage

directly correlate with what I have to do on the field.”

YOUTH

NURSERY

KIDS CLUB

THE HIDEOUT

6 Weeks - 1 Year

1 - 5 Years

6 Years & Up

HOURS OF OPERATION

Monday

Tuesday - Thursday

8:30 am - 12:00 pm

8:00 am - 12:00 pm

4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Tuesday - Thursday

Friday

8:30 am - 12:00 pm

8:00 am - 9:00 pm

4:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Friday - Saturday

Saturday

8:30 am - 12:00 pm; 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm

8:00 am - 10:00 pm

9:00 am - 10:00 pm

Sunday

8:30 am - 12:00 pm

8:00 am - 6:00 pm

11:00 am - 6:00 pm

PRICING

$8.00 per hour, per child

First Child: $6.00 per hour

AGES

Sibling discounts do not apply for children in The Nursery. However, if a child is being babysat in The Nursery and has a sibling also attending The Kids Club at the same time, the sibling attending The Kids Club will receive the sibling discount rate.

AGES

Second Child: $5.00 per hour Third Child: $4.00 per hour Additional half hour will be charged at half the hour rate

N U RS E RY & KI D S CL U B RE S E RVAT IONS AVAILABLE ONLINE! Reservations for your child can be made online through the Kids Club and Nursery Reservations page, located under the Youth tab on the website menu. To have enough staff on hand, we require you to make reservations no later than 24 hours in advance. Please call ahead to make sure we have space if you were unable to make reservations.

For more information on Summer Camps and Youth Programs, keep an eye out for the 2017 Youth, Swim and Tennis Program, coming out in February

EVENT DROP OFF POLICY It is Briar Club policy that adults must remain on property during drop-off youth events if the child is under the age of 12. The adults are more than welcome to spend their time at the Club dining, playing tennis, working out, or utilizing one of our many amenities.

EVENTS At The Briar Club, there is no shortage of department and club wide events from our first, but not last, Winter Gala to one of our many Adult Swim Clinics. In the first quarter of 2017, we hope that you join in on the fun and try something new, whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s one of our Lunch and Learns, Briar Fun Night, or a Tennis Mixer. There is something for everyone!

E V E N T D E P ARTM ENT KEY

YOUTH

CLUB SOCIAL

AQUATICS

TENNIS

FITNESS

bRIAR FUN NIGHT!

R A L LY T H E F A M I LY !

Creating memories at the Club is never ending with our Briar Fun Nights, created for kids younger than 12.

Family night is one of our favorites, so bring the whole family to the Club where everyone, no matter what age, will have a blast!

Adults must remain on Club property during the duration of this event.

Most of our events can be registered for by going to our events calendar online. Many of our events have limited availability and require registration at least 24 hours in advance. Note: You will be informed if the event counts towards the dining a la carte minimum.

A D U LT S WIM C L I NI C

WI NTE R G AL A

HIP HIP HO O R AY P A R T Y

L UNCH A ND L E A R N

During these clinics adult swimmers will participate in a group workout while working on stroke technique, endurance, and get pointers on how to plan swim workouts to do on their own throughout the week. All levels welcome!

Spend a night in tropical paradise at The Club with specialty cocktails and themed dinner stations, followed by music and dancing. Glamour Resort Attire

Spend a night in tropical paradise at the Winter Gala while your child enjoys a movie, dinner, activities and games.

In the first part of our Lunch and Learn series, you will learn about the art of losing weight and the secret to success and what it takes to create and maintain a healthy lifestyle.

TIME: 10:30 - 11:30 am PRICING: $25.00 per clinic LOCATION: Adult Lap Pool

TIME: 6:30 - 11:00 pm PRICING: $75.00 ++ per member / guest LOCATION: The Magnolia Ballroom

S A TURDAY, JANUARY 2 1

S A TU R D A Y , JA N U A RY 2 1

SA T U RD A Y , JA N U A RY 2 1

TIME: 6:30 - 10:00 pm AGES: 4 & Up PRICING: $20.00 ++ per child LOCATION: General Purpose Room

bRIAR FUN NIGHT!

WE D N E S D AY, J AN UARY 25

Class lead by certified nutritional therapist (NTP) Jennifer Doctorovitch

TIME: 11:30 am - 12:30 pm PRICING: $10.00 ++ per member LOCATION: The Wine Room

EVENTS

ME NS / LADIES DOUB L ES

C HI NE SE N E W Y E AR

W IN E DIN N E R

A D UL T S W I M CL I NI C

Friday, January 27 6:00 - 9:00 pm Saturday, January 28 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Sunday, January 29 If necessary

Celebrate Chinese New Year - Year of the Rooster with an amazing dancing dragons performance, games and activities!

Wine and dine at The Club with an extensive five course dinner paired with Dick Vermeil’s own wine label, Vermeil Wines and hear stories from the coach himself.

TIME: 6:00 pm PRICING: $90.00 ++ per member LOCATION: Magnolia Ballroom

TIME: 10:30 - 11:30 am PRICING: $25.00 per clinic LOCATION: Adult Lap Pool

FRI DAY, J ANUARY 27

PRICING: $50.00 per player

Pricing includes food, drinks, prizes and tennis play.

LOCATION: Tennis Courts

S U NDA Y , JA N U A RY 2 9

TIME: 2:00 - 4:00 pm AGES: All Ages & Family PRICING: $15.00 per member LOCATION: Magnolia Ballroom

R A L LY T H E F A M I LY !

F RID A Y , F EB RU A RY 3

S ATURD AY, F E BRUARY 4

SU PER BO WL PARTY

P I L ATE S DE MO DAY

V AL E N T IN E ’ S MIX E R

COU P L E S Y OG A

Cheer on the big game in your best Super Bowl attire with a tailgate appetizer bar and drink specials!

An introduction to Pilates Reformer and fundamental Pilates exercises where you will experience the benefits of Pilates first hand!

Team up for double trouble with your Briar tennis teammates for a fun filled evening on the courts.

Learn to deepen your yoga poses and connections with others. Couples Yoga invites openness, patience, communication, and balance into your yoga practice and relationships. All levels welcome!

TIME: 7:00 - 9:00 pm PRICING: $35.00 per player

TIME: 6:30 - 8:30 pm LOCATION: Mind & Body Studio PRICING: $36.00 per couple After class hors d’oeuvres & cocktails included

S UN DAY, F E BRUARY 5

W E D NE S D A Y , F EB RU A RY 8

Each class is followed by Wine, Cheese and Q&A with one of our Pilates Instructors. TIME: Game Starts at 5:30 pm PRICING: $12.00 per member LOCATION: The Lounge Bar

TIME: 6:00 - 7:00 pm PRICING: Complimentary LOCATION: Mind & Body Studio

F RID A Y , F EB RU A RY 1 0

Pricing includes appetizers, drinks and tennis play.

LOCATION: Tennis Courts

F RI D AY, F E BRUARY 10

EVENTS

SN OW DAY

A DUL T SW IM C L IN IC

P R E SIDE N T S DAY CA M P

L UNCH A ND L E A R N

Do you want to build a snowman? Join us for Snow Day and bring the whole family for a snow filled afternoon complete with hot cocoa and rosy cheeks.

When school is out, Briar Fun Day Camp is in! Activities, lunch, games and much more to entertain and teach your kids.

Continuing with our Lunch and Learn series, you will learn how to manage pain and stress, while balancing how to take care of your mind, body and soul.

S UN DAY, FE BRUARY 1 2

TIME: 2:00 - 4:00 pm PRICING: $15.00 ++ per member LOCATION: Sports Court / Grassy Area

S A TU R DA Y , F EB RU A RY 1 8

MO N D A Y , F EB RU A RY 2 0

WE D N E S D AY, F E BRUARY 22

TIME: 10:30 - 11:30 am PRICING: $25.00 per clinic LOCATION: Adult Lap Pool

TIME: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm AGES: 5 & Up PRICING: $50.00 per child LOCATION: Kids Club

TIME: 11:30 am - 12:30 pm PRICING: $10.00 ++ per member LOCATION: The Wine Room

T RI VIA N IGH T

M I XED DO U B L E S

B IR T HDAY C E L E B RA T I ON

FAT TUESDAY

Show off your trivia skills with drink specials and an appetizer bar. Categories featured will be sports, politics, movie, and Briar Club fun. Prizes awarded.

Friday, February 24 6:00 - 9:00 pm Saturday, February 25 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Sunday, February 26 If necessary

Everyone loves to celebrate their birthday so come celebrate with us and enjoy pizza, cake, presents and more!

Indulge in a New Orleans styled appetizer bar with Mardi Gras themed drinks!

TIME: 7:30 - 9:30 pm PRICING: $10.00 per member LOCATION: The End Zone

PRICING: $50.00 per player

R A L LY T H E F A M I LY !

THUR SDAY, F E BRUARY 2 3

FR I DA Y , F EB RU A RY 2 4

Pricing includes food, drinks, prizes and tennis play.

LOCATION: Tennis Courts

SA T U RD A Y , F EB RU A RY 2 5

TIME: 6:00 - 9:00 pm AGES: 5 & up PRICING: $25.00 per child LOCATION: General Purpose Room

bRIAR FUN NIGHT!

TUE S D AY, F E BRUARY 28

TIME: 6:00 pm PRICING: $10.00 per member LOCATION: The Lounge Bar

EVENTS

S P R ING MIX ED DOUB L ES

G O TE X AN DAY

B R IAR P L AY DAT E

MOT H ER & DAUGH T ER T EA

Spring into fun with the annual Spring Mixed Doubles Mixer. Up to eight teams of two can register.

Dance under the stars as you listen to The Bronco Band and enjoy a delicious BBQ dinner.

Make it a date! Lawn games, music and fun for toddlers and children under 7.

TIME: 7:00 - 9:00 pm PRICING: $35.00 per player

TIME: 2:00 - 4:00 pm AGES: 7 & Under PRICING: $10.00 per child LOCATION: Sports Court / Grassy Area

LOCATION: Tennis Courts

TIME: 6:00 - 9:00 pm PRICING: Adults: $14.95 Ages 4 - 18: $6.95 3 & Under: Free LOCATION: The Briar Club Lawn

Mothers and daughters of all ages are invited to an afternoon tea at The Club, with a variety of tea and sandwiches. Dress to impress

P I L ATES DEMO DAY

TOP C HE F

SP R IN G B R E AK C A M P

M A R CH M A D NE S S

An introduction to Pilates Reformer and fundamental Pilates exercises where you will experience the benefits of Pilates first hand!

Calling all mini-chefs for an evening of games, a movie and the chance to sharpen cooking skills, Top Chef style!

Each class is followed by Wine, Cheese and Q&A with one of our Pilates Instructors.

TIME: 6:00 - 9:00 pm AGES: 5 & Up PRICING: $25.00 per child LOCATION: General Purpose Room

Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nothing like spending Spring Break at The Club. Swimming, lunch, activities and tennis lessons (Mon - Thu) will keep your child engaged all week!

Get in the game this March by Competing against other members for the highest score for your chance to win! Cardio and weight sessions earn you points. Multiple winners with multiple prizes!

FRI DAY, MARCH 3

Pricing includes appetizers, drinks and tennis play.

WEDNE SDAY, MARCH 8

TIME: 6:00 - 7:00 pm PRICING: Complimentary LOCATION: Mind & Body Studio

FR I DA Y , MA RC H 3

S A TU R D A Y , MA RC H 1 1

bRIAR FUN NIGHT!

SA T U RD A Y , MA RC H 4

R A L LY T H E F A M I LY !

MO N D A Y , MA R 1 3 - F RID A Y, MAR 17

TIME: 9:00 - 2:00 pm AGES: 5 & Up PRICING: $70.00 (Mon-Thu) $50.00 (Fri) LOCATION: Kids Club

S UN D AY, MARC H 5

TIME: 2:00 - 4:00 pm PRICING: $25.00 per member LOCATION: The Magnolia Ballroom

TUE S D AY, MAR 14 - MON D AY, APR 3

PRICING: $10.00 per member LOCATION: Fitness Center

EVENTS

MO VIE O N T H E L A WN

A DULT SW IM C L IN IC

SP R IN G B R E AK B L A S T

A D UL T S W I M CL I NI C

Enjoy a night under the stars with camp out foods, a movie on the outdoor screen, and activities for all ages.

End Spring Break with a splash at The Club with Briar Island, live music, and a poolside family buffet.

FRI DAY, MARCH 17

TIME: 6:30 - 9:30 pm PRICING: Adults: $18.00 / Ages 4 - 12: $6.00 Ages 3 & Under: $1.00 LOCATION: The Briar Club Lawn

R A L LY T H E F A M I LY !

S A TU R DA Y , MA RC H 1 8

TIME: 10:30 - 11:30 am PRICING: $25.00 per clinic LOCATION: Adult Lap Pool

LU NCH AND LEARN

M ENS / L ADIE S SIN G L E S

In the last part of the Spring Lunch and Learn series, you will learn how to live an active lifestyle every day. Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re never too old to get in shape, now is the best time!

Friday, March 31 6:00 - 9:00 pm Saturday, April 1 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Sunday, April 2 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

TIME: 11:30 am - 12:30 pm PRICING: $10.00 ++ per member LOCATION: The Wine Room

PRICING: $50.00 per player

WEDNE SDAY, MARCH 2 9

FR I DA Y , MA RC H 3 1

Pricing includes food, drinks, prizes and tennis play.

LOCATION: Tennis Courts

SU N D A Y , MA RC H 1 9

TIME: 4:00 - 7:00 pm PRICING: Adults: $24.00 / Ages 13 - 17: $16.00 Ages 4 - 12: $11.00 / Ages 3 & Under: $1.00 LOCATION: Resort Family Pool

S ATURD AY, MARC H 25

TIME: 10:30 - 11:30 am PRICING: $25.00 per clinic LOCATION: Adult Lap Pool

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As a reminder, all events can be registered for online through our website www.TheBriarClub.com, or by contacting the receptionist or department directly. If the event is for children only, adults are more than welcome to use any of the Club facilities and restaurants during the duration of the event, as it is required to remain on property for all children 12 and under. Receptionist 713-622-3667 Receptionist@thebriarclub.com

Fitness Department 713-622-3667 ext: 2134 Fitness@thebriarclub.com

Tennis Department 713-622-3667 ext: 2121 Tennis@thebriarclub.com

Aquatics Department 713-622-3667 ext: 2126 PoolManager@thebriarclub.com

Youth Department 713-622-3667 ext: 2133 Gina@thebriarclub.com

RENDEVOUS HAPPY HOUR wednesdays 5:00 - 7:00 PM | THE LOUNGE BAR

briar club brunch SUNDAYS 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM | THE BISTRO

The Briar Club

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Fitness Department 713-622-3667 ext: 2134 Fitness@thebriarclub.com

Tennis Department 713-622-3667 ext: 2121 Tennis@thebriarclub.com

Aquatics Department 713-622-3667 ext: 2126 PoolManager@thebriarclub.com

Youth Department 713-622-3667 ext: 2133 Gina@thebriarclub.com

The Briar Club

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Fitness Department 713-622-3667 ext: 2134 Fitness@thebriarclub.com

Tennis Department 713-622-3667 ext: 2121 Tennis@thebriarclub.com

Aquatics Department 713-622-3667 ext: 2126 PoolManager@thebriarclub.com

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Youth Department 713-622-3667 ext: 2133 Gina@thebriarclub.com

T H E B R IA R C L U B 2603 TIMMONS LANE, HOUSTON, TX 77027 (713) 622-3667 | WWW.THEBRIARCLUB.COM

Staff Directory Daniel Moreno

Taisa Reina

General Manager, COO manager@thebriarclub.com

Director of Human Resources personnel@thebriarclub.com

Asif Ehsan (Eric)

Mallory Collins

CFO cfo@thebriarclub.com

Marketing & Communications communications@thebriarclub.com

Casey Newman, CCM

Jan Vick

2017 Board of Directors

Clubhouse Manager casey@thebriarclub.com

Director of Tennis tennis@thebriarclub.com

David Mordy

Orion Campbell

President

Youth

Linda Benson

Stephanie Kampf

Clark Lord

Bruce Derrick

Vice President, Tennis

Fitness

Claire Curtin

Cletus Dodd

Secretary, Entertainment/Food & Beverage

Physical Properties

Brenda Bowman

House/Legal

Director of Membership membership@thebriarclub.com

Group Ex Coordinator groupex@thebriarclub.com

Samantha Van Veen

Gina De Pamphilis

Assistant Clubhouse Manager samantha@thebriarclub.com

Michael Powell, CEC Executive Chef chef@thebriarclub.com

Amanda Hough Director of Catering cateringdirector@thebriarclub.com

Director of Youth gina@thebriarclub.com

Jon Diller Director of Aquatics poolmanager@thebriarclub.com

Jill Varas Member Billing billing@thebriarclub.com

Treasurer, Finance

Will Garwood Ex-Officio, Strategic Planning

Paige Hagle Kathleen Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Reilly Membership

Rick Walton Aquatics