2 0 1 9 S P R I N G & S U M M E R G U I D E T O YO U T H , S W I M , & T E N N I S P R O G R A M S
The Briar Club is a special place where families focus on fun. This brochure contains programs and events designed for youth and families to participate in and enjoy together. With swim, tennis, summer camps, and more, there’s something for everyone! You’ll find the schedules and registration information within these pages. We hope to see you at the Club!
IN THIS ISSUE AROUND THE CLUB.................................... 4-5 REGISTRATION INFORMATION
TENNIS.............................................. 6-7 SWI M LE S SONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ......... 8-9
All registrations should be completed online except for group and private swim lessons.
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Please call the Aquatics Office at (713) 622-3667 ext. 2126 to register your child for swim lessons.
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STAFF CONTACTS YOUTH
AQUATICS
TENNIS
Gina DePamphilis
Jon Diller
Mike Alcott
Director of Youth (713) 552-2133 gina@thebriarclub.com
Director of Aquatics (713) 552-2143 poolmanager@thebriarclub.com
Head Tennis Professional (713) 552-2121 headtennispro@thebriarclub.com
Morgan Mushinski
Gloria Villalobos
Youth Coordinator (713) 552-2133 youthcoordinator@thebriarclub.com
Aquatics Coordinator (713) 552-2126 swim@thebriarclub.com
THE BRIAR CLUB
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2603 TIMMONS LANE
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HOUSTON, TEXAS 77027
Briar Shop (713) 552-2121 briarshop@thebriarclub.com •
713.622.3667
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WWW.THEBRIARCLUB.COM
hours of operation FA MILY R E SORT PO OL Beginning March 2, 2019 Saturday - Sunday 11:00 am - 7:00 pm The Resort Family Pool will be open on the weekends, with extended hours for Spring Break, until the start of spring hours on Tuesday, April 2.
A D U LT & C O M P E T I T I O N LA P P OO L Monday - Friday 5:00 am - 9:00 pm Saturday 6:00 am - 8:00 pm Sunday 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
SPRING BREAK March 12-17 Tuesday - Sunday 11:00 am - 7:00 pm SPRING April 2 - May 19 Tuesday - Thursday 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Friday 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Saturday 11:00 am - 8:00 pm Sunday 11:00 am - 7:00 pm SUMMER May 21 - August 25 Tuesday - Sunday 10:00 am - 9:00 pm FALL August 27 - September 29 Tuesday - Thursday 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Friday 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Saturday 11:00 am - 8:00 pm Sunday 11:00 am - 7:00 pm October 5 - October 20 Saturday - Sunday 11:00 am - 7:00 pm The last day of the pool season is Sunday, October 20.
N U R S E RY Monday 8:30 am - 12:00 pm Tuesday - Thursday 8:30 am - 12:00 pm 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm Friday - Saturday 8:30 am - 12:00 pm 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm Sunday 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
KI D S C LU B HOLIDAY POOL HOURS
The Clubhouse will be closed and other Club facilities may have reduced operating hours.
MEMORIAL DAY - Monday, May 27 10:00 am - 9:00 pm 4TH OF JULY - Thursday, July 4 10:00 am - 9:00 pm LABOR DAY - Monday, September 2 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
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
T H E HI D E O U T SPRING & FALL 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 SUMMER Starting Thursday, May 23
PO OLS I D E D I N I N G Breezes Sports Bar and Barracuda Café generally mirror pool hours unless otherwise communicated. Breezes and Barracuda Café will reopen for the season on Saturday, March 2, 2019.
Monday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Tuesday - Thursday 9:00 am - 9:00 pm Friday - Saturday 9:00 am - 10:00 pm Sunday 11:00 am - 6:00 pm
As a reminder: If the air temperature is below 70 degrees, the pool may be delayed in opening. Pool hours may vary depending on Club events or maintenance. Any variation in hours will be communicated to the membership.
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around the club AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD CLASS Ages 15 & Up | $325 per person
TEEN SWIM TEAM COACH MEETINGS Teen Alumni of Barracuda Swim Team | Complimentary
Calling all past Barracuda swimmers! Attend one of our informational meetings to learn more about how you can assist our swim team this summer by becoming a coach.
Learn life-saving skills, CPR, first aid and AED in this blended learning lifeguarding course by the American Red Cross.
SCHEDULE Friday, April 12 | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Saturday, April 13 - Sunday, April 14 | 8:00 am - 6:00 pm RSVP online or swim@thebriarclub.com.
SCHEDULE Tuesday, March 5 at 7:00 pm Monday, March 18 at 7:00 pm RSVP by emailing swim@thebriarclub.com.
S P R I N G BOA R D D IV I N G C LI N IC JUNIOR LIFE G UA RD PRO G RA M Ages 7-14 | $50 per person, per session
The Junior Lifeguard Program will teach children and teens between the ages of 7-14 how to detect and assist distressed swimming victims, how to make rescues, and how to use the fundamentals of CPR and First Aid.
SCHEDULE S E S S I O N 1
JUNE 25-27
Tues-Thurs
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
S E S S I O N 2
J U LY 1 6 - 1 8
Tues-Thurs
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
RSVP online or swim@thebriarclub.com. 4
Come learn the fundamentals of Spring Board Diving! You will learn to pike, tuck, and flip on our low dive.
SCHEDULE
Mondays starting April 1st Puddles 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Beginner class recommended for ages 6-9 Waves 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Intermediate class for those that have mastered the skills in the Puddles class and are between the ages of 9-14
PRICING
$115 per month or $30 for a one time class. Admittance into this class must be approved by the instructor.
Space is limited. Please call or email the Aquatics Office at 713-552-2126 or swim@thebriarclub.com to register.
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RED CROSS BABYSITTING CLASS Ages 10-14 | $90 per person This American Red Cross course gives future babysitters the skills and confidence to safely and responsibly care for children and infants. The course teaches teens how to: - Be good leaders and role models - Make good decisions and solve problems - Handle emergencies, injuries & accidents
DIVE & DINE MOVIE NIGHTS Grab your favorite float and join us for a “dive-in” movie and a buffet dinner! Swim, play games, and watch a movie on the inflatable big screen.
D AT E S
SCHEDULE
Friday, June 21 | 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm Friday, August 9 | 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Tuesday, June 25 - Wednesday, June 26 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Contact Gloria Villalobos at swim@thebriarclub.com or (713) 552-2126 for more information.
MOTHER’S DAY & FATHER’S DAY The kids aren’t the only ones who will have fun this summer! Celebrate moms and dads with two magical celebrations.
FRIDAY NIGHT FAMILY NIGHT
M O T H E R ’ S D AY B R U N C H
M AY 1 2
Join us on the last Friday of every month for a night full of family fun! Feast on delicious buffet selections, splash in the pool, play games, run around the Briar Lawn, and make memories that will last a lifetime!
F AT H E R ’ S D AY C O O K O U T
JUNE 16
D AT E S
Seatings begin at 10:30 am RSVP with our Receptionist beginning 30 days prior 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm RSVP online - Dad eats free!
April 26 · May 31 · June 28 · July 26 · August 30 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm 5
YOUTH juniorTENNIS developmental tennis SPRING SESSION SCHEDULE J a n u a r y 7 - M ay 3 0 , 2 01 9
JUNIOR TE NNI S PROG RA M
Ages 3 & Up
Keep the kids active this spring by enrolling them in our Junior Developmental Tennis Program! Children are paired in small groups with one of our USPTA-certified Tennis Pros for 45-, 60-, or 90-minute skill-building lessons. Our group sizes are designed to allow each child to receive meaningful coaching from a Tennis Pro, while having fun along the way! PRICING Classes are offered in blocks of four weeks. Individual classes can be purchased at an increased rate. Ages Ages Ages Ages Ages
3-4: 5-6: 7-9: 10+: 14-18:
$80 per child $90 per child $90 per child $120 per child $120 per child
R E G I S T R AT I O N Parents can register children online on the Junior Tennis page under the Tennis tab on www.thebriarclub.com. You may contact the Briar Shop or Mike Alcott, Head Tennis Professional, with any questions. MEDICAL/LIABILIT Y RELEASE FORMS A signed Medical/Liability Release Form must be on file for all children. Forms can be found online or in the back of this book, and can be dropped off at the Aquatics or Youth offices or emailed to headtennispro@thebriarclub.com. 6
AGES 3-4 Monday - Thursday
4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
AGES 5-6 Monday - Thursday
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
AGES 7-9 Monday - Thursday
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
AGES 10+ Monday - Thursday
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
AGES 14-18 JV & V PREP Monday & Wednesday 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
JUNIOR TENNIS PROGRAM POLICIES TUITION
Tuition payment for program lessons will be due upon the first class. Charges will be automatically billed to the Member’s account. Members are financially responsible for each class that the child is signed up for. If a child is unable to attend class for any reason, they may make up the class by scheduling in advance. In case of a rain-out, you will not be charged. Tuition may only be prorated upon entrance of the junior program, not upon withdrawal. MAKE-UP LESSONS
If your child must miss a class for any reason, we are happy to provide a make-up opportunity. A child can attend any class in their age group Monday-Thursday as a make-up class. To schedule a make-up, contact Mike Alcott at headtennispro@thebriarclub.com. All scheduled make-up lessons must be completed within the session block being billed. DROP-OFFS AND PICK-UPS
Parents/Guardians must remain on campus for the duration of the lesson. Tennis Pros and Briar Club Staff do not provide aftercare. Parents/Guardians are responsible for the transfer of their children between lessons and other Briar Club programs.
YOUTHcourts TENNIS and sports summer camp COURTS & SPORTS SUMMER TENNIS CAMP SCHEDULE J u n e 4 - A u g u s t 1 9 , 2 01 9
Each session is held Tuesday-Thursday from 9:00 am 12:00 pm. Pricing is $180.00 per child, per week.
SUM ME R TE NN IS CA MP
Ages 5 & Up
Improve your game and have some serious fun this summer! Courts and Sports Summer Tennis Camp is designed to foster a love for tennis and physical activity. Participants of all levels of play will be guided towards actively learning the sport through friendly competition and games. Soccer, basketball, and other sports activities will be included daily under the covered Sports Court to give the kiddos a break from the summer sun and to further develop other areas of athletic coordination and skill. Each day will conclude with a quick cooldown in the Briar Club pool! R E G I S T R AT I O N Parents can register children online on the Club Calendar at www.thebriarclubcom. You may contact the Briar Shop or Mike Alcott, Head Tennis Professional, with any questions. MEDICAL/LIABILIT Y RELEASE FORMS A signed Medical/Liability Release Form must be on file for all children. Forms can be found online or in the back of this book, and can be dropped off at the pool gate, Aquatics or Youth offices, or emailed to headtennispro@thebriarclub.com. DROP-OFFS & PICK-UPS Parents/Guardians must remain on campus for the duration of the lesson. Tennis Pros and Briar Club Staff do not provide aftercare. Parents/Guardians are responsible for the transfer of their children between lessons and other Briar Club programs.
JUNE 4-6 Tuesday-Thursday
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
JUNE 11-13 Tuesday-Thursday
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
JUNE 18-20 Tuesday-Thursday
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
J U LY 9 - 1 1 Tuesday-Thursday
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
J U LY 1 6 - 1 8 Tuesday-Thursday
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
J U LY 2 3 - 2 5 Tuesday-Thursday
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
AUGUST 6-8 Tuesday-Thursday
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
AUGUST 13-15 Tuesday-Thursday
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
A U G U S T 17 - 1 9 Tuesday-Thursday
9:00 am - 12:00 pm
GAP WEEK SCHEDULE There will be no summer tennis camp held during the weeks of June 25-27, July 2-4, and July 30-August 1. Morning practices will be available to Junior Tennis players during those weeks on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Registration will be available online or by contacting Mike Alcott at headtennispro@thebriarclub.com. AGES 3-4 $22 per day / $60 for 3 days
9:00 am - 10:00 am
AGES 5 & UP $30 per day / $85 for 3 days
9:00 am - 10:30 am
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YOUTH swimTENNIS lessons for everyone!
PRI VATE SWIM L E S S ON S
All Ages
G ROU P SW I M LE S S O N S
All Ages
Private & semi-private lessons are available for all ages and abilities! We believe that a positive relationship between student and teacher will promote personal growth, development, and a rewarding swimming experience.
GROUP LESSON PRICING $140 per month | Water Babies, Aqua Tot, Guppies, Seahorses, and Dolphin
Private lessons are available seven days a week! To schedule private or semi-private swim lessons, please call the Aquatics Office at (713) 552-2126 or email swim@thebriarclub.com.
$175 per month | Lil’ Barracudas Afternoon Sessions
P R I V AT E - O N E P E R S O N 30 minutes $40.00 45 minutes $60.00 60 minutes $80.00 S E M I - P R I V AT E - 2 - 3 P E O P L E , 3 0 M I N . 2 person group $22.50 per person 3 person group $16.67 per person C A N C E L L AT I O N P O L I C Y
Cancellations will be accepted up to 24 hours in advance at no charge. Parents of children under three (3) years old may cancel 3 hours before the lesson at no charge. All other cancellations will be charged the full fee.
Pricing includes eight (8) 30-minute lessons, two times per week, per month
Pricing includes eight (8) 45-minute lessons, two times per week, per month
$210 per month OR $75 per week | Lil’ Barracudas (Morning sessions in June) Weekly pricing includes four (4) 45-minute lessons per week. Weekly sessions are from June 4-8, June 11-15, June 18-22.
Charges for sessions attended are billed to your Member account at the end of each month. C A N C E L L AT I O N P O L I C Y
Cancellations must be received one week prior to the start of a session. Otherwise, a cancellation fee of $55 will be incurred. Cancellations made on or after the start date of the session will be charged the full session fee. Sessions will not be pro-rated due to student absence. Credits are only given for weather related or instructor cancellations.
S W I M L E S S O N P A R T I C I P AT I O N P O L I C Y Due to high demand and limited availability, private and group swim lessons are reserved for Briar Club Members only. Sponsored guests and reciprocal members may be allowed to attend semi-private lessons with a Member, pending availability. Please contact the Aquatics Office at (713) 552-2126 or swim@thebriarclub.com with any questions.
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YOUTH TENNIS swim lessons for everyone! WAT E R BABI E S 6 - 1 8 M ON TH S CLASS SCHEDULE Saturdays | 10:30 am - 11:00 am Starting in May 2019 CLASS DESCRIPTION This is an introductory water orientation class with Mom or Dad! You will learn the necessary skills to safely work with your child throughout their early developmental stages of swimming.
AQUA TOT S 1 9 - 3 0 M ON TH S CLASS SCHEDULE Saturdays | 10:00 am - 10:30 am Starting in May 2019 CLASS DESCRIPTION This class is designed to help your toddler polish the basic skills learned in Water Babies. In addition, you will be introduced to more advanced skills to help prepare your toddler for independent instruction.
REQUIREMENTS Swimmers must be three (3) years-old and/or have the approval of the Aquatics Department to participate. CLASS DESCRIPTION This group class for beginning swimmers emphasizes the skills taught in the Guppies class and includes an introduction to freestyle, rolling over onto the back for a breath, and backstroke.
DOLPHINS INTERMEDIATE - 4 -5 YEARS OLD CLASS SCHEDULE Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday 4:30 pm & 5:30 pm | Starting in March 2019 REQUIREMENTS Swimmers must have participated in the Seahorse class to participate. CLASS DESCRIPTION Once your child has mastered all the skills in the Seahorse class, they will be introduced to side-breathing, breaststroke and diving.
GU PP I E S B EGIN N E R S - 2 ½ - 3 Y E A RS OLD
LIL’ BARRAC UDAS ADVANC ED - 4-6 YEARS OLD
CLASS SCHEDULE Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm | Starting in May 2019
CLASS SCHEDULE Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday 4:00 pm and 5:00 pm | Starting in March 2019
REQUIREMENTS Swimmers must have participated in Aqua Tots and/or an evaluation by the Aquatics Department to participate.
REQUIREMENTS Swimmers must be able to swim freestyle and backstroke independently halfway across the pool to participate.
CLASS DESCRIPTION This group class is for beginning swimmers who have participated in an Aqua Tot class. Swimmers will be introduced to submersion, kicking, floating, gliding and personal safety. Children must be able to sit independently on the pool step to participate.
CLASS DESCRIPTION This is a 45-minute swim team preparation class. During this class, swimmers will practice freestyle breathing to the side, backstroke, diving, endurance and speed in a fun and positive environment! Lil’ Barracudas are invited to participate in all fun Barracuda Swim Team activities in May & June, including home swim meets!
S EA H O RSE S B EGIN N E R S - 3 & 4 Y E A RS OLD CLASS SCHEDULE Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday 4:00 pm & 5:00 pm | Starting in March 2019
Lil’ Barracudas Home Exhibition Swim Dates: June 11, June 13, and June 18 at 4:00 pm Children will meet near the diving boards of the Family Resort Pool.
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YOUTH TENNIS summer swim team
BARRACUDAS SUMMER SWIM TEAM Ages 5-14 | Competitive Swim Team
Your swimmer is invited to join the Barracuda Summer Swim Team! This special Briar Club tradition provides an excellent learning environment for competitive intermediate and advanced swimmers. Our team competes against various private clubs in and around Houston.
PRE-SEASON SWIM TEAM WORKOUTS Ages 5-14 | Barracuda Swim Team Participants
These workouts are designed to provide swimmers with a kick start for the 2019 Barracuda Summer Swim Team. This workout is strongly recommended for all new Members and new Barracuda participants. Workouts will emphasize stroke development, endurance, and speed in preparation for competitions in a team setting.
SCHEDULE Starting Monday, April 1, 2019 PRICING One Day (per week) Two Days (per week) Three Days (per week) Four Days (per week)
$70 per month $100 per month $135 per month $150 per month
Charges are billed to your Member account at the end of April 2019. Workouts are not pro-rated due to swimmer absence.
M I S S I O N S TAT E M E N T “Through the best coaching at all ability levels, every swimmer is given the opportunity to achieve competitive success and to pursue their goals in swimming. The Briar Club Swim Team’s focus is on building team values and a sense of community. The coaching staff creates an environment that nurtures friendship, fun, good sportsmanship, and a love of swimming.” G E N E R A L I N F O R M AT I O N Swimmer must be able to swim the length of the pool independently in Freestyle and Backstroke. Swimmers between the ages of 5-10 will swim 25 meters and swimmers between the ages of 11-14 will swim 50 meters. All swimmers will compete in freestyle and backstroke in swim meets. Breaststroke, butterfly and relays are limited events. For practice schedules, please refer to the 2019 Swim Team Calendar on page 11. PRICING
PRACTICE SCHEDULE
SWIM TEAM COST: $300 per child
4:00 pm - 7 & Under 5:00 pm - 8-10 Years Old 6:00 pm - 11-14 Years Old
Full amount of Swim Team is billed in May 2019 to the Members’ account and is not pro-rated due to swimmer’s absence. Pricing includes all practices, t-shirt, swim cap, snacks, swim team parties and banquet. Swimsuits are a separate purchase and will be available in the Briar Shop.
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
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YOUTH TENNIS2019 swim team calendar
APRIL
April 1-25
JUNE 3-21
Pre-season Swim Team Workouts Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
APRIL 29 - MAY 31
AFTERNOON SWIM TEAM PRACTICE BEGINS (MONDAY-THURSDAY) Afternoon Swim Team Practice Schedule 7 & Under 4:00 pm - 4:50 pm 8-10 Years Old 5:00 pm - 5:50 pm 11 & Up 6:00 pm - 6:50 pm Fridays in May 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm - Team Activity Day! Practice held for all age groups from 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm, unless otherwise communicated. May 1 Mandatory Parent Meeting for All Parents Volunteer Sign-Ups - Option 1 4:30 pm & 5:30 pm May 9 Bathing Suit Sale & T-Shirt Pick Up 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm May 10 Family Fun Swim Team Day! Must bring Mom or Dad in a swimsuit! 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm for All Age Groups May 14-15 Time Trials for All Age Groups Normal Practice Times May 16 Bathing Suit Sale & T-Shirt Pick Up 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm May 17 Friday Fun Day with Friends! 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm for All Age Groups May 21-22 Time Trials for All Age Groups Normal Practice Times May 24 No Practice (Friday) May 27 No Practice (Monday) May 29 Mandatory Parent Meeting for All Parents Volunteer Sign-Ups - Option 2 4:30 pm & 5:30 pm May 30 Time Trials for All Age Groups Normal Practice Times May 31 Splash Bash Swim Team Party! 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm for All Swimmers No Practice
MORNING PRACTICE & SWIM TEAM FUNTASTIK CAMP BEGINS (MONDAY-THURSDAY) Morning Swim Team Practice Schedule 7 & Under 9:00 am - 9:50 am 8-10 Years Old 10:00 am - 10:50 am 11 & Up 11:00 am - 11:50 am Fridays in June 9:00 am - 10:00 am - Team Activity Day! Practice held for all age groups from 9:00 am - 10:00 am, unless otherwise communicated. June 3 Bathing Suit Sale & T-Shirt Pick Up 8:30 am - 11:30 am June 4 AWAY SWIM MEET at Houston Country Club 3:45 pm - Warm Ups 5:00 pm - Swim Meet June 6 AWAY SWIM MEET at Forest Club 3:45 pm - Warm Ups 5:00 pm - Swim Meet June 7 Team Activity Day 9:00 am June 11 HOME SWIM MEET vs The Houstonian 3:45 pm - Warm Ups 5:00 pm - Swim Meet June 12 Individual Pictures During Morning Practice June 13 Team Photos 10:00 am HOME SWIM MEET vs Lakeside CC 3:45 pm - Warm Ups 5:00 pm - Swim Meet June 14 Team Activity Day 9:00 am - 10:00 am June 18 HOME SWIM MEET vs HRC 3:45 pm - Warm Ups 5:00 pm - Swim Meet June 20 AWAY SWIM MEET at River Oaks CC 3:45 pm - Warm Ups 5:00 pm - Swim Meet June 21 Last Day of Morning Practice 9:00 am - 10:00 am for All Age Groups Invitational Practice 10:00 am - 11:30 am June 22 Country Club League Invitational 8:00 am - 1:00 pm Lamar Consolidated ISD Natatorium June 23 Barracuda Swim Team Award Ceremony 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm in Magnolia Ballroom Dinner and Swimming to follow
AQUATICS OFFICE CONTACT INFORMATION (713) 552-2126 or swim@thebriarclub.com 11
YOUTH briar TENNIS fun days R E G I S T R AT I O N & C A N C E L L AT I O N P O L I C Y Please visit www.thebriarclub.com to register or cancel your child's Briar Fun Day registration. You may also email Morgan Mushinski at youthcoordinator@ thebriarclub.com. All cancellations need to be received 48 hours in advance to avoid any charges.
RECIPROCAL CLUBS & GUESTS
Please email Morgan Mushinski at youthcoordinator@ thebriarclub.com to register your guest.
SP RING BR E A K B RIA R FUN DAYS
B R I A R F U N D AY S D A I LY S C H E D U L E
Ages 5-12
8:45 am - 9:00 am 9:00 am - 9:30 am 9:30 am - 11:00 am 11:00 am - 11:30 am 11:30 pm - 12:00 pm 12:00 pm - 1:45 pm 2:00 pm
Keep the kiddos busy during Spring Break with Briar Fun Days! Kids ages 5-12 will enjoy different sports, arts & crafts, and themed activities. CAMP SCHEDULE Monday, March 12 - Friday, March 16 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Drop off: 8:45 am - 9:00 am Pick up: 2:00 pm PRICING
Monday - Friday
$60 per day
CAMP
D R O P - O F F Parents/guardians are not required to stay on property for the duration of Briar Fun Day camp. ● Drop-off is held each morning from 8:45 am - 9:00 am on the second floor of the parking garage. ● Children must be signed in with counselors by their parent/guardian. ● After 9:00 am parents/guardians must walk their child into the Club and sign in with a Camp Counselor. C A M P P I C K - U P Pick-ups are held each day at 2:00
pm on the second floor of the parking garage ● All children must be picked up by 2:15 pm, or parents will be charged a $30 late fee, plus $5 for every minute past 2:30 pm. Briar Fun Days Camp Staff does not provide aftercare for campers. Parents/guardians are responsible for the transfer of their children between Briar Fun Days camp and other Briar Club activities.
C A M P AT T I R E
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Drop Off (Garage Level 2) Introductions and Activities Art Project & Sports Activity Lunch Hideout Fun Activities & Snack Pick Up (Garage Level 2)
YOUTH TENNIS swim team funtastik camp SWIM TEAM FUNTASTIK CAMP
Ages 5 & Older | Swim Team & Lil’ Barracudas
Come join us this summer for Swim Team Funtastik Camp! Participants of Swim Team Funtastik Camp will attend their appropriate swim team practice, enjoy a tennis lesson, and have fun with friends! SCHEDULE Monday, June 3 - Friday, June 21, 2019 8:30 am - 2:00 pm PRICING Payment includes Funtastik Camp fees only. Swim Team or Lil’ Barracudas fees are not included. S E S S I O N O N E Monday-Friday
JUNE 3-7 $260 per child
S E S S I O N T W O Monday-Friday
JUNE 10-14 $260 per child
S E S S I O N T H R E E Monday-Friday
J U N E 17 - 2 1 $260 per child
Swim Team Funtastik Camp charges will be billed to the Members’ account in June 2019. CAMP
D R O P - O F F Parents/guardians are not required to stay on property for the duration of camp. ● Please dress your child(ren) appropriately for their first activity. ● Drop-offs are held each morning from 8:30 am - 8:45 am on the second floor of the parking garage. Children must be signed in with counselors by their parent/guardian. ● Children dropped off after 8:45 am must be escorted to their first activity by a Parent/ Guardian and signed in with their child’s counselor. C A M P P I C K - U P Pick ups are held each afternoon at 2:00 pm on the second floor of the parking garage. ● All children must be picked up by 2:00 pm or parents will be charged a $30 late fee, plus $5 for every minute past 2:15 pm. Swim Team Funtastik Camp Staff does not provide aftercare for campers. Parents/guardians are responsible for the transfer of their children between Swim Team Funtastik Camp and other Briar Club activities.
R E G I S T R AT I O N & C A N C E L L AT I O N P O L I C Y Please visit www.thebriarclub.com to register or cancel your child's Swim Team Funtastik Camp registration. You may also email Morgan Mushinski at youthcoordinator@ thebriarclub.com. All cancellations must be received 48 hours in advance to avoid any charges.
M O N D AY - F R I D AY S C H E D U L E 8:30 AM - 8:45 AM D R O P O F F O N 2 N D F LO O R O F PA R K I N G G A R AG E 9 : 0 0 A M ACTIVIT Y ONE 5-7 Years Old Swim Team Practice 8-10 Years Old Tennis 11 & Up Tennis 1 0 : 0 0 A M ACTIVIT Y T WO 5-7 Years Old Tennis 8-10 Years Old Swim Team Practice 11 & Up Hideout & Prep For Swim Team 1 1 : 0 0 A M ACTIVIT Y THREE 5-7 Years Old Lunch & Hideout 8-10 Years Old Hideout & Lunch 11 & Up Swim Team Practice 12:00-1:30 PM AC T I V I T Y FO U R 5-7 Years Old Fun Activities 8-10 Years Old Fun Activities 11 & Up Fun Activities 2:00 - 2:15 PM P I C K U P O N 2 N D F LO O R O F PA R K I N G G A R AG E Join us every week for a special fun Friday! Each week is different and will include special attractions, piñatas, confetti eggs, and so much more! Please have your swimmer arrive to camp wearing their swimsuit. 13
YOUTH TENNIS summer funtastik camp C A M P AT T I R E
Active wear, tennis shoes, swim suits and goggles.
R E G I S T R AT I O N & C A N C E L L AT I O N P O L I C Y
Please visit www.thebriarclub.com to register or cancel your child's Funtastik Camp registration. You may also email Morgan Mushinski at youthcoordinator@ thebriarclub.com. All cancellations need to be received 48 hours in advance to avoid any charges.
SUM ME R FUN TA S T IK CA MP Ages 5-12
Have a blast this summer with Funtastik Camp! Your child will discover, create, play and learn with different sports, arts & crafts, and themed activities. CAMP SCHEDULE Monday, June 24 - Friday, August 16 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Drop off starts at 8:30 am
PRICING $300 per week
Price includes all activities, special attractions and meals. Additional $50 fee for reciprocal members and guests.
C A M P D R O P - O F F Parents/guardians are not
required to stay on property for the duration of Summer Funtastik Camps. ● Drop off is held each morning from 8:30 am - 9:00 am on the second floor of the parking garage. ● Children must be signed-in with counselors by their parent/guardian. ● Children dropped off after 9:00 am must be escorted to their first activity by a parent/guardian and signed in with their child’s counselor.
C A M P P I C K - U P Pick ups are held each day from
3:00 pm - 3:15 pm on the second floor of the parking garage. ● All children must be picked up by 3:15 pm, or parents will be charged a $30 late fee, plus $5 for every minute past 3:40 pm. ● Counselors will call parents after 3:15 pm to verify pickup status. ● Summer Funtastik Camp Staff does not provide aftercare for campers. Parents/Guardians are responsible for the transfer of their children between Summer Funtastik Camp and other Briar Club activities. 14
RECIPROCAL CLUBS & GUESTS
Please email Morgan Mushinski at youthcoordinator@ thebriarclub.com to place your guest on the waiting list. No online reservations are allowed.
F U N TA S T I K C A M P S C H E D U L E 8:30 am - 9:00 am Drop Off (Garage Level 2) 9:00 am - 9:30 am Introductions and Activities 9:30 am - 11:00 am Art Projects/Themed Activities 11:00 am - 12:00 am Lunch & Hideout 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Pickleball & Fun Sports Games 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm Swimming 2:30 pm - 2:45 pm Snack & Games 3:00 pm Pick Up (Garage Level 2)
YOUTH TENNIS
summer funtastik camp
Silly CELEBRATIONS
Camp RAD-DISH
W EE K ONE
WE E K T WO
Oh come all ye faithful to the Briar Club, ‘cause we’ve got all your favorite holidays wrapped into one week! We'll be celebrating Valentine’s Day, Easter, Halloween, and Christmas! How silly is that?
Calling all junior chefs! Learn to make pizza, pasta, and yummy desserts. Get hands-on and dirty as we cover how to read and follow recipes, how to measure and mix ingredients, and how to be safe in the kitchen!
J U N E 24 - 2 8 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
J U LY 1 - 3 No camp on July 4 & 5 (prorated) 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Invent & EXPLORE
Animal planet
W EE K THRE E
WE E K FO UR
Put on your thinking caps, because we are using our hands and minds! Each day we will be creating, building and inventing. We will also have a special attraction related to invention and exploration!
It’s time to explore different animals and their habitats from around the world! A wildlife preservation attraction will come for a visit to teach the children about different live exotic animals.
J U LY 8 - 1 2 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Color W EE K F I VE
J U LY 1 5 - 1 9 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
CRAZY
Adventure land
WE E K SIX
J U LY 2 2 - 2 6 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
J U LY 2 9 - AU G U S T 2 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
We declare a Color War! This is going to be a bright, messy and creative week of camp! Children will be showing off different art skillls all week. Parents can view their work at our Art Gala on Thursday, July 25!
Let’s go on an adventure around the world! Get your passport ready as we visit different parts of the world such as Africa, China, Greece and London, and oh so much more!
Sports
extravaganza
W EE K SE VE N
AU G U S T 5 - 9 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
We will learn about sportsmanship and have fun playing basketball, soccer, volleyball, taekwondo, hip-hop, and more! Also, a special attraction will be coming to visit the Club to teach athletic skills!
Anything GOES WE E K E IGH T
AU G U S T 1 3 - 17 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
It’s silly week at the Briar Club! Every day will be something new and exciting, so come and join us for science experiments, crazy art, magic, scavenger hunts, and bingo!
All vendors and/or attractions are subject to change based on availability.
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YOUTH TENNIS general information M AY I B R I N G G U E S T S T O T H E C L U B ?
• Kickboards are reserved for Lap Pool use only.
Absolutely! We are always happy to welcome your friends and family to our Club. However, we kindly ask that in accordance with the House Rules, all guests are accompanied by a Member or are participating in a Member-sponsored activity in the fitness, swim, tennis or youth areas of the Club. Guest fees shall be charged to the Member’s account for the use of the Club’s aquatics, tennis and fitness facilities. Guest fees do not apply for dining-only guest visits.
• Pool toys such as inner tubes, “noodles”, large floats, water guns and tennis balls are not permitted in the pools and may be removed by the lifeguards at their discretion.
All Members and guests are required to sign-in at the Security Desk. Extended & pre-arranged guests visits can be organized by contacting our Membership Department at membership@thebriarclub.com or (713) 552-2159.
• Parents and guardians must accompany and supervise all children 10 and under anytime they are in a pool area. • All children under the age of 5 must be accompanied and supervised at arm’s length by a responsible adult in the Family Pool. • Only children 4 and older may use the pool slide.
HOW DO MY GUESTS GAIN ACCESS TO THE PA R K I N G G A R AG E ?
• Children must be 5 years old and 48 inches tall to use the High Dive.
Guests are free to park in our parking garage. Guests are asked to drive through the guest entry lane and tell the guard on duty what brings them to the Club. Guests will still be required to check in at the pool security desk.
• No flips or somersaults are allowed from the 3-meter diving board.
M AY I D R O P - O F F M Y C H I L D R E N ? Per Briar Club House Rules, no children or guest of Members under the age of 12 years shall access or remain at the Club if unaccompanied by a parent or other adult, unless registered in a specific camp or Briar Fun Day. HOUSEHOLD EMPLOYEES/NANNIES Household employees are permitted access to the Club for the sole purpose of accompanying minor children of a member. Guest fees shall be charged, as appropriate, in the event any such household employee uses Club swim, tennis or fitness facilities. Household employees must be added to your membership account and must have a photo on file before they can enter the Club. To add a household employee to your account, please contact our Membership Department at membership@ thebriarclub.com or (713) 552-2159. POOL SAFET Y & GUARDIAN RESPONSIBILIT Y • Careful and considerate behavior is asked of all Members and their guests. • Hanging, sitting, or jumping off pool ropes is not permitted. 16
• Infants and toddlers must wear waterproof and/ or swim diapers in all Club pools. Diapers must be changed every hour.
• Children must be 5 years old to use the low dive. • Lifeguards do not monitor the Baby Pool. Only children 5 years and under may use the Baby Pool and only when accompanied by a parent/guardian. L O C K E R R E N TA L S The Briar Club offers long-term locker rentals in both the Family and Fitness Locker Rooms. Please contact Jon Diller at poolmanager@thebriarclub.com or (713) 5522126 for locker rental information. Day lockers are available for Members and guests for $2 per day. Please see the security desk for day locker rentals. LAP POOL SWIMMING Adults over the age of 18 are permitted to swim in the Competition Lap Pool & Adult Lap Pool during any normal Club operating hours. Children of members who (a) are at least 10 years of age, (b) are actively swimming laps in the Competition Lap Pool, and (c) are supervised by an adult either from the pool deck or next to the child in the water may also use the Competition Lap Pool during normal Club operating hours. We kindly ask that recreational swimming is reserved for the Family Resort Pool, unless otherwise directed by Club management.
Youth & Aquatics Medical & Liability Release The Briar Club | 2603 Timmons Lane, Houston, TX 77027 | (713) 622-3667 RELEASE FORM I/We ____________________________________________________ (being each Parent or Guardian listed below), for myself/ourselves and each child or ward of mine/ours (listed below) (collectively, “Users”), hereby execute and deliver this Release (”Release”) in consideration for the right and privilege of the Users to participate in any activity in or at The Briar Club (the “Club”), do, for myself/ourselves and my/our heirs, executors, administrators, legal representatives and assigns, hereby: A. Acknowledge and agree that there are dangers and risks inherent in the use of equipment and other amenities at the The Briar Club and in participations in activities at The Briar Club and, therefore, agree to use the Club strictly in accordance with the safety instructions as instructed by the instructors/supervisors employed by the Club to monitor the use of The Briar Club. The Users further acknowledge and agree that the Club makes no warranties or representations concerning the design, manufacture or instructions for use of the Wellness and Recreation equipment and the Club hereby expressly disclaims any and all such warranties or representations, expressed or implied. The Club warrants only that the Wellness and Recreation equipment will be maintained by the Club in the manner prescribed by the manufacturer thereof. The Users further agree that their participation in any and all activities at The Briar Club is conditioned upon the Users’ strict compliance with the rules and instructions established by the Club for such activities. B. ASSUME THE RISK OF AND THE FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR, AND RELEASE, WAIVE AND DISCHARGE, AND AGREE TO INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS, the Club and all of its directors, officers, employees and agents, acting in their respective capacities on behalf of the Club (collectively, the “Releases”) from any and all liability, loss or damage arising out of or from any personal injury to or death of Users and/or any third-party, and/or damage to the property of the Club, the Users, and/ or any third-party, arising out of or relating in any manner to the Users’ use of The Briar Club and/or the Wellness and Recreation equipment, WHETHER CAUSED, IN WHOLE OR IN PART, BY THE SOLE OR CONCURRENT NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR FAULT OF ANY ONE OR MORE OF THE RELEASEES AND REGARDLESS OF WHETHER ALLEGED TO BE OR ACTUALLY CAUSED IN COMBINATION WITH THE SAME OR SIMILAR CONDUCT BY ANY THIRD-PARTY. Nothing herein shall constitute a waiver or release by the Users of (a) any claims or causes of action that Users may have against any third-party or parties, other than the Releases, arising out of or from injuries or damages to persons or property incurred by the Users in connection with their use of the Wellness and Recreation Equipment and/or participation in any activity in The Briar Club where such injuries or damages are caused, directly or indirectly, by such third-parties; or (b) the Club‘s breach of its Warranty under paragraph A. PROVIDED, HOWEVER, IN NO EVENT WILL THE CLUB BE LIABLE TO ANY USER FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES. ADDITIONALLY, PROVIDED THE CLUB MAINTAINS LIABILITY INSURANCE COVERAGE OF NOT LESS THAT $1,000,000, IN NO EVENT WILL THE CLUB’S LIABILITY TO A USER EXCEED THE LIABILITY INSURANCE COVERAGE MAINTAINED BY THE CLUB. I/We certify that I/we have carefully read this Release, understand all of its terms, am/are signing it voluntarily and that I/we have the capacity and authority to sign on behalf of both myself/ ourselves and each minor child or ward, if applicable. CONTINUED ON BACK 17
Name of Each Applicable Minor Child/Ward
Date of Birth
Age
Gender
Parent/Guardian (Printed): ________________________________ Relationship: ___________________ Street Address: _________________________________________ Phone #: _______________________ City: _________________________ State: __________ ZIP: __________ Date: _____________________ Member #: _________________________ Email Address: ______________________________________ Parent/Guardian (Signature): ___________________________________________________________ MEDICAL INFORMATION & PERMISSION TO TREAT Users hereby grant to the Club permission to take whatever action in its judgment may be necessary in supplying emergency medical services to each minor child or ward listed above. Users agree that Users will solely assume responsibility for and will pay promptly any expenses, which may be incurred by the Club in making emergency medical treatment to each minor child or ward listed above. Parent/Guardian (Printed): ________________________________ Relationship: ___________________ Street Address: _________________________________________ Phone #: _______________________ City: _________________________ State: __________ ZIP: __________ Date: _____________________ Member #: _________________________ Email Address: _____________________________________ Parent/Guardian (Signature): ___________________________________________________________ Family Physician (Name & Contact): _______________________________________________________ Medical Conditions/Allergies: ____________________________________________________________ OTHER EMERGENCY CONTACTS Name: __________________________ Phone: ________________ Relationship: ___________________ Name: __________________________ Phone: ________________ Relationship: ___________________ ADDITIONAL PERSONS APPROVED FOR DROP OFF/PICK UP Name: __________________________ Phone: ________________ DL #: __________________________ Name: __________________________ Phone: ________________ DL #: __________________________ 18
YOUTH TENNIS club calendar of events TUE MAR 5
FRI MAR 8
MON MAR 18
SAT MAR 23
TEEN SWIM TEAM COACHES MEETING
MOVIE NIGHT ON THE LAWN
TEEN SWIM TEAM COACHES MEETING
KIDS NIGHT OUT: COLOR ME HAPPY
7:00 pm
5:30 pm Briar Lawn
7:00 pm
6:00 pm General Purpose Room
FRI MAR 29
SUN MAR 31
MON APR 2
SUN APR 7
SAT APR 13
SUN APR 21
APR 27 & 28
TEEN POOL PARTY
BRIAR PLAYDATE
SPRING BOARD DIVING
MOTHER & DAUGHTER TEA
BRUNCH WITH THE BUNNY
EASTER BRUNCH
FAMILY CAMP OUT
7:00 pm Family Resort Pool
3:00 pm Briar Lawn
4:30 pm Family Resort Pool
2:00 pm Magnolia Ballroom
8:30 am & 11:30 am Clubhouse
10:00 am Magnolia Ballroom
Briar Lawn
SAT MAY 11
SUN MAY 12
SAT MAY 18
MON MAY 27
FRI JUNE 7
SUN JUNE 16
FRI JUNE 21
MOMMY & BABY BREAKFAST
MOTHER'S DAY BRUNCH
KIDS NIGHT OUT: MINECRAFT
MEMORIAL DAY COOKOUT
FATHER & DAUGHTER DANCE
FATHER'S DAY COOKOUT
DIVE & DINE MOVIE NIGHT
FRI JUNE 29
THU JULY 4
FRI JULY 19
SAT JULY 27
FRI AUG 9
KIDS NIGHT OUT: LASER TAG
4TH OF JULY COOKOUT
MERMAID PARTY
KIDS NIGHT OUT: NERF WARS
DIVE & DINE MOVIE NIGHT
MON SEPT 3
SAT SEPT 28
LABOR DAY COOKOUT
FALL FESTIVAL
9:00 am Azalea Room
JUNE 25-26 RED CROSS BABYSITTING CLASS
General Purpose Room
FRI AUG 23 BACK TO SCHOOL LUAU
5:30 pm Family Resort Pool
10:30 am Magnolia Ballroom
JUNE 25-27 JUNIOR LIFE GUARD PROGRAM 3:00 pm Briar Pool
SAT AUG 31 TEEN POOL PARTY 7:00 pm Family Resort Pool
6:00 pm General Purpose Room
6:00 pm Sports Court
11:00 am Family Resort Pool
Family Resort Pool
11:00 am Family Resort Pool
6:30 pm Magnolia Ballroom
4:00 pm Family Resort Pool
5:00 pm Family Resort Pool
6:00 pm General Purpose Room
5:30 pm Family Resort Pool
5:30 pm Family Resort Pool
6:00 pm Clubwide
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Where families focus on fun! THE BRIAR CLUB
2603 TIMMONS LANE HOUSTON, TX 77027
H E RE ’ S W H AT ’ S I N S I D E : YOUTH PROGRAMS | SWIM LESSONS | SWIM TEAM | FUNTASTIK CAMP | JUNIOR TENNIS