your guide to Spring & Summer
FAMILY FUN
SPRING & SUMMER 2022
YOUTH, SWIM, & TENNIS PROGRAMS · CLUB EVENTS
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
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
AROUND THE CLUB........................... 4-5 T E N N I S . ................................. ...... 6- 7
Reservations are essential for all Club events and programs.
S W I M LES S O NS...................... ...... 8- 9 S W I M T E A M........................... ...... 10- 11
All registrations should be completed online, except for group and private swim lessons. Please call the Aquatics Office at (713) 622-3667 ext. 2126 to register your child for swim lessons.
CAMPS......................................... 12- 15 GENERAL INFORMATION.............. 16 LI A B I LI TY FO R MS................... ...... 17- 18 CALENDAR................................... 19
STAFF CONTACTS YOUTH
AQUATICS
TENNIS
Morgan Mushinski
Jon Diller
Mike Alcott
Youth Coordinator
Director of Aquatics
Head Tennis Professional
youthcoordinator@thebriarclub.com
poolmanager@thebriarclub.com
headtennispro@thebriarclub.com
(713) 622-3667 ext. 2130
(713) 622-3667 ext. 2143
Gloria Villalobos
Briar Shop
Aquatics Coordinator
(713) 622-3667 ext. 2121
(713) 622-3667 ext. 2126
briarshop@thebriarclub.com
swim@thebriarclub.com THE BRIAR CLUB
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2603 TIMMONS LANE
(713) 622-3667 ext. 2121
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HOUSTON, TEXAS 77027
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713.622.3667
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W W W.T H E B R I A R C L U B . C O M
hours of OPERATION FA MI LY RESO RT P OOL
Please note: the Family Resort Pool and food & beverage facilities are always closed on Mondays.
BEGINNING MARCH 5, 2022 Saturday - Sunday 11:00 am - 7:00 pm SPRING BREAK March 15-20 Tuesday - Sunday 11:00 am - 7:00 pm SPRING April 4 - May 22 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 23 - August 19 Tuesday - Sunday 10:00 am - 9:00 pm FALL August 20 - September 30 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 1 - 23 Saturday - Sunday 11:00 am - 7:00 pm The last day of the pool season is Sunday, October 23.
ADU LT & CO M PE TI TI O N LAP PO O L
NU RSE RY
Monday - Friday 5:00 am - 9:00 pm Saturday 6:00 am - 8:00 pm Sunday 7:00 am - 8:00 pm
8:30 am - 12:00 pm
Monday
Tuesday - Thursday
8:30 am - 12:00 pm 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Friday - Saturday
8:30 am - 12:00 pm 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm Sunday
8:30 am - 12:00 pm
KI D S CLU B HOLIDAY POOL HOURS
Administrative offices will be closed. MEMORIAL DAY - Monday, May 30 10:00 am - 9:00 pm 4TH OF JULY - Monday, July 4 10:00 am - 9:00 pm LABOR DAY - Monday, September 5 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Monday
8:00 am - 12:00 pm Tuesday - Thursday 8:00 am - 8:00 pm Friday - Saturday
8:00 am - 9:00 pm Sunday
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
TH E H I D E O U T SPRING & FALL
Tuesday - Thursday 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm Friday
4:00 pm - 9:00 pm Saturday
9:00 am - 9:00 pm Sunday
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
P OOL SI D E D I NI NG Breezes Sports Bar and Barracuda Café generally mirror pool hours. During the summer season, Barracuda Café will open at 11:00 am. Barracuda Café will have a limited menu through March and April, with the full poolside menu available at the start of the summer pool season on May 24.
SUMMER Starting Thursday, May 26 Monday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Tuesday - Thursday 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Friday - Saturday
9:00 am - 9:00 pm Sunday
9:00 am - 5:00 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
TEEN SWIM TEAM COACH MEETINGS Teen Alumni of Barracuda Swim Team
Calling all past Barracuda swimmers! We’re looking for coaches to help us lead the Barracudas to victory for another year. Attend one of our informational meetings to learn more about becoming a swim team coach.
SCHEDULE
SPRINGBOARD DIVING LESSONS
Ages 6-14 | $115 per month or $30 for a one-time class Learn and practice the fundamentals of springboard diving and so much more!
SCHEDULE
Mondays starting April 4 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Introductory class into the basics of springboard diving
Tuesday, March 8 at 7:00 pm Monday, March 28 at 7:00 pm RSVP by emailing swim@thebriarclub.com.
Space is limited. Please email the Aquatics Office at swim@thebriarclub.com to register.
AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD CLASS Ages 15 & Up | $325 per person
Learn life-saving skills and CPR/AED/First Aid in this blended-learning lifeguarding course by the American Red Cross. Students must be available for all hours of the in-class session to complete the course. Lunch and snacks are provided. Non-members may attend for $375 per person. Space is limited.
SCHEDULE S E S S I O N 1
APRIL 8-10
S E S S I O N 2
JUNE 10-12
Friday Saturday-Sunday Friday Saturday Sunday
Ages 7-14 | $50 per person, per session
The Junior Lifeguard Program will teach children and teens between the ages of 7-14 CPR & First Aid, how to detect and assist distressed swimming victims, and how to make rescues.
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
SCHEDULE
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm 8:00 am - 6:00 pm 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Tues-Thurs
RSVP by emailing swim@thebriarclub.com. 4
JUNIOR LIFEGUARD PROGRAM
S E S S I O N 1
JUNE 21-23
S E S S I O N 2
J U LY 1 2 - 1 4
Tues-Thurs
3:00 pm - 4:30 pm 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm
RSVP by emailing swim@thebriarclub.com.
AROUND THE Club
RED CROSS BABYSITTING CLASS Ages 10-14 | $90 per person
SUMMER HOLIDAY FUN!
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, and handle emergencies, injuries & accidents. Non-members may attend for $100 per person.
Join us all summer long for three big holiday bashes: Memorial Day Weekend, 4th of July Weekend, and Labor Day Weekend. We’ll have buffet cookouts, special attractions, all day swimming and more.
SCHEDULE
Monday, May 30 | 11:00 am - 8:00 pm Monday, July 4 | 11:00 am - 8:00 pm Monday, September 5 | 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Tuesday, June 21 - Wednesday, June 22 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
D AT E S
RSVP by emailing swim@thebriarclub.com.
MOTHER’S DAY & FATHER’S DAY The kids aren’t the only ones who will have fun this summer! Gather the family and celebrate moms and dads with two magical celebrations.
M O T H E R ’ S D AY B R U N C H
M AY 8
FAT H E R ’ S D AY C O O K O U T
JUNE 19
Seatings begin at 10:30 am RSVP with our Receptionist beginning 30 days prior 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm RSVP online
SUNDAY NIGHT COOKOUTS Ever wished the weekend could last just a little bit longer? We’ve got you covered! Swim and relax by the pool all Sunday evening as we cook up a delicious buffet meal for you to enjoy al fresco. No reservations are necessary - just stop by and let us fill your plate!
D AT E S
Sunday evenings beginning in April 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm 5
Spring JUNIOR Tennis SPRING SESSION SCHEDULE January 3 - May 26, 2022
J U N I O R T EN N IS P R O G R AM
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:
$100 $110 $110 $165 $165
per per per per per
child child child child child
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4 4 4 4 4
weeks weeks weeks weeks weeks
R E G I S T R AT I O N Parents can register children online on the Junior Tennis Calendar page under the Tennis tab at thebriarclub.com. You may contact the Briar Shop or Mike Alcott, Head Tennis Professional, with any questions. MEDICAL/LIABILITY 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.
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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 Upon sign-up, your child will be considered a regular participant and will be billed accordingly at the 4-week block rate. Billing occurs on the day the class meets. You are committed to a minimum of 4 classes. Charges will be automatically billed to the member’s account. Members are financially responsible for each class that the child is signed up for, even if they are unable to attend. In case of a rain out, you will not be charged. Tuition may only be pro-rated upon entrance of the junior program, not upon withdrawal. MAKE-UP LESSONS Because of the nature of the class, we are unable to provide refunds for missed classes. However, 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 MondayThursday as a make-up class; however, to ensure that class sizes are manageable, please contact headtennispro@thebriarclub.com to schedule a make-up class in advance. D R O P- O F F S A N D P I C K- U P S 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.
Summer JUNIOR Tennis COURTS, SPORTS & SPLASH SUMMER TENNIS SCHEDULE May 31 - August 11, 2022
Each session is held Tuesday-Thursday for ages 5 & up from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm.
SCHEDULE
S UMMER PROGR A MMI N G
W E E K 1 Ages 5 & Up
May 31 - June 2
W E E K 2 June 7-9
Improve your game and have some serious fun this summer! Our summer programming, Courts, Sports & Splash, is designed to foster a love for tennis and physical activity. Participants will be guided towards actively learning the sport through friendly competition and games.
W E E K 3 June 14-16
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!
W E E K 7 July 12-14
R E G I S T R AT I O N Parents can register children online on the Junior Tennis Club Calendar at thebriarclub.com. Registration is available per day or per week. PRICING Ages 5 & Up: $85/day or $160/week 90-minute classes are offered for ages 3-4 and ages 12 & up at rates of $42.50 per day or $120 per week. Register per day on the Junior Tennis Calendar. MEDICAL/LIABILITY 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. AT T I R E Students should come dressed in comfortable active wear, such as shorts and a t-shirt. Non-marking soles are required. Flip-flops, Crocs, or open-toed shoes are not acceptable. Plus, bring your swimsuit for an end-of-day splashdown!
W E E K 4 June 21-23 W E E K 5 June 28-30 W E E K 6 July 5-7 W E E K 8 July 19-21 W E E K 9 July 26-28 W E E K 1 0 August 2-4 W E E K 1 1 August 9-11 W E E K 1 2 August 16-18
CAMP ACTIVITIES A typical week will include (subject to change): 9:00 AM Tennis Lesson skills, drills & games 10:30 AM Snack Break 11:00 AM Sports Session basketball, pickleball, tennis, soccer, etc. 11:30 AM Swim Session 12:00 PM
Pick-Up in Breezeway
90-minute classes will be held for ages 3-4 (9:00 am - 10:30 am) and 12 & up (10:30 am - 12:00 pm). These classes are strictly 90-minute tennis lessons and do not include the same activities as our Courts, Sports & Splash Camp. To register your child for these classes or for camp, visit the Junior Tennis Calendar at thebriarclub.com. 7
SWIM Lessons
PRIVAT E S W I M LE SSO NS
All Ages
Private & semi-private lessons are available for all ages and abilities! We believe a positive relationship between student and teacher will promote personal growth, development, and a rewarding swimming experience. Private lessons are available seven days a week! To schedule private or semi-private swim lessons, please call the Aquatics Office at (713) 622-3667 ext. 2126 or email swim@thebriarclub.com.
P R I V AT E - O N E P E R S O N
30 minutes $45.00 45 minutes $67.50 60 minutes $90.00
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 3 person group
$25.00 per person $18.34 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.
GROU P S WIM LES S ONS
All Ages
GROUP LESSON PRICING
$75/month | Water Babies, Aqua Tots
Four (4) 30-minute lessons, once per week, per month
$150/month | Guppies, Seahorses, and Dolphin Eight (8) 30-minute lessons, twice per week, per month
$200/month | Lil’ Barracudas Afternoon Sessions Eight (8) 45-minute lessons, twice per week, per month
$100/week | Lil’ Barracudas Morning Sessions (June) Four (4) 45-minute lessons per week. May 31 - June 3 (pro-rate), June 6-10, June 13-17, June 20-24
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 S PA R T I C I PAT 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) 662-3667 ext. 2126 or swim@thebriarclub.com with any questions.
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SWIM Lessons WATE R B A B I E S 6 -18 M O N T H S
REQUIREMENTS Swimmers must be three (3) years-old and/or have the approval of the Aquatics Department to participate.
CLASS SCHEDULE Saturdays | 10:30 am - 11:00 am Starting in May 2022
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.
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 TOTS 1 9 -30 M O N T H S CLASS SCHEDULE Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays | 10:30 am - 11:00 am Saturdays | 10:00 am - 10:30 am Starting in May 2022 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.
GUPPIES BE G I N N E R S - 2½-3 YE AR S O LD CLASS SCHEDULE Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm | Starting in May 2022 REQUIREMENTS Swimmers must have participated in Aqua Tots and/or an evaluation by the Aquatics Department 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.
SE A H O R S E S BE G I N N E R S - 3 & 4 YE AR S O LD CLASS SCHEDULE Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday 4:00 pm & 5:00 pm | Starting in March 2022
DOLPHINS INT ERMEDIAT E - 4- 5 YEA RS OL D CLASS SCHEDULE Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday 4:30 pm & 5:30 pm | Starting in March 2022 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.
LIL’ BARRAC U DAS A DVANC ED - 4- 6 YEARS OLD CLASS SCHEDULE Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday 4:00 pm and 5:00 pm | Starting in March 2022 REQUIREMENTS Swimmers must be able to swim freestyle and backstroke independently halfway across the pool 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! Plus... Lil’ Barracudas are invited to participate in all fun Barracuda Swim Team activities in May & June, including home swim meets! Lil’ Barracudas Home Exhibition Swim Dates: June 14, 16, 21 & 23 at 4:00 pm Children will meet near the diving boards of the Family Resort Pool.
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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 2022 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 positive team setting.
SCHEDULE Starting Monday, April 4, 2022 PRICING One Day (per week) Two Days (per week) Three Days (per week) Four Days (per week)
$80 per month $115 per month $150 per month $170 per month
Charges are billed to your Member account at the end of April 2022. Workouts are not pro-rated due to swimmer absence.
PRACTICE SCHEDULE Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 4:00 pm - Ages 7 & Under 5:00 pm - Ages 8-10 6:00 pm - Ages 11-14 10
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 2022 Swim Team Calendar on page 11.
PRICING
SWIM TEAM COST: $330 per child Full amount of Swim Team is billed in May 2022 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.
2022 Swim Team CALENDar APRIL
April 4-28 Pre-season Swim Team Workouts Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
MAY 2 - JUNE 3
AFTERNOON SWIM TEAM PRACTICE BEGINS (MONDAY-THURSDAY) Afternoon Swim Team Practice Schedule Ages 7 & Under 4:00 pm - 4:50 pm Ages 8-10 5:00 pm - 5:50 pm Ages 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 5
Mandatory Parent Meeting Volunteer Sign-Ups - Option 1 4:30 pm & 5:30 pm
May 6 T-Shirt Pick Up 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm May 10-11 Time Trials for All Age Groups Normal Practice Times May 12 T-Shirt Pick Up 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm May 17-18 Time Trials for All Age Groups Normal Practice Times May 25
Mandatory Parent Meeting Volunteer Sign-Ups - Option 2 4:30 pm & 5:30 pm
May 26 Time Trials for All Age Groups Normal Practice Times May 27
No Practice (Friday)
May 30
No Practice (Monday)
May 31 Morning & Afternoon Practices June 3 This week only to accommodate school schedules June 1
T-Shirt Pick Up 9:00 am - 11:30 am
MAY 31 - JUNE 26
MORNING PRACTICE & BRIAR SWIM CAMP BEGIN Morning Swim Team Practice Schedule Ages 7 & Under 9:00 am - 9:50 am Ages 8-10 10:00 am - 10:50 am Ages 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 7
AWAY SWIM MEET at Houston CC 3:45 pm - Warm Ups 5:00 pm - Swim Meet
June 9
AWAY SWIM MEET at Forest Club 3:45 pm - Warm Ups 5:00 pm - Swim Meet
June 14
HOME SWIM MEET vs. The Houstonian Club 3:45 pm - Warm Ups 5:00 pm - Swim Meet
June 15
Individual Photos (during practice)
June 16 Team Photo 10:00 am HOME SWIM MEET vs. Lakeside CC 3:45 pm - Warm Ups 5:00 pm - Swim Meet June 21
HOME SWIM MEET vs. HRC 3:45 pm - Warm Ups 5:00 pm - Swim Meet
June 23
HOME SWIM MEET vs. ROCC 3:45 pm - Warm Ups 5:00 pm - Swim Meet
June 24 Last Day of Morning Practice 9:00 am - 10:00 am for all age groups Invitational Practice 10:00 am - 11:30 am June 26
Swim Team Award Ceremony 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm, Magnolia Ballroom Dinner and swimming to follow
TBA Country Club League Invitational Time TBA Location TBA
AQUATICS OFFICE CONTACT INFORMATION (713) 622-3667 ext. 2126 or swim@thebriarclub.com 11
bRIAr Fun DAYS C A M P AT T I R E
Active wear and tennis shoes
R E G I S T R AT I O N POLICY
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C A N C E L L AT I O N
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 must be received at least 48 hours in advance to avoid any charges.
MEDICAL/LIABILITY RELEASE FORM
S PRING BREAK B R I A R FU N DAY S Ages 5-12
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 14 - Friday, March 18 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Drop off: 8:30 am - 9:00 am Pick up: 2:00 pm - 2:15 pm PRICING Monday - Friday
$65 per day
C A M P 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 8:30 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 · Last early pick-up time is at 1:30 pm; otherwise, all campers must be picked up from 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.
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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 Kid’s Club or emailed to youthcoordinator@ thebriarclub.com.
RECIPROCAL CLUBS & GUESTS
Non-member price is $75 per day. Please email Morgan Mushinski at youthcoordinator@thebriarclub. com to register your guest.
B R I A R F U N D AY S D A I LY S C H E D U L E 8:45 am - 9:00 am
Drop Off (Garage Level 2)
9:30 am - 11:00 am
Art Project & Sports Activity
9:00 am - 9:30 am
11:00 am - 11:30 am
11:30 pm - 12:00 pm 12:00 pm - 1:45 pm 2:00 pm
Introductions in Camp Room Lunch
Hideout
Fun Activities & Snack
Pick Up (Garage Level 2)
bRIAr Swim CAMP BRIAR SWIM CAMP
Ages 5 & Up | Open to all members
All Briar Club kids are invited to join us for Briar Swim Camp! Children will participate in swim team practice, Lil’ Barracudas, or a group swim lesson during camp and have fun with friends.
SCHEDULE
Tuesday, May 31 - Friday, June 24, 2022 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
PRICING
Swim team, Lil’ Barracudas, and swim lesson fees are not included in the price for camp. Swim team fee is $330 (due in May) and Lil’ Barracudas and group lessons are $80 per week for four lessons (Monday-Thursday). Briar Swim Camp charges will be billed to the Members’ account in June 2022. S E S S I O N O N E Tuesday-Friday
M AY 3 1 - J U N E 3 $215 per child
S E S S I O N T W O Monday-Friday
JUNE 6-10 $265 per child
S E S S I O N T H R E E Monday-Friday
JUNE 13-17 $265 per child
S E S S I O N F O U R Monday-Friday
JUNE 20-24 $265 per child
C A M P 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 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 a counselor. CAMP
PICK-UP
Pick ups are held each afternoon at 2:00 pm on the second floor of the parking garage. · Last early pick-up time is at 1:30 pm; otherwise, all campers must be picked up from 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 2:15 pm. Briar Swim Camp Staff does not provide aftercare for campers. Parents/guardians are responsible for the transfer of their children between Briar Swim 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 Briar Swim Camp registration. You may also email Morgan Mushinski at youthcoordinator@thebriarclub.com to register. All cancellations must be received at least 48 hours in advance to avoid any charges. Due to the popularity of this camp, this camp is open to Members only.
CAMP SCHEDULE
8:30 AM - 8:45 AM D R O P O F F O N 2 N D F LO O R PA R K I N G G A R AG E 9 : 0 0 A M ACTIVITY ONE Ages 5-7 Swim Practice/Group Lesson Ages 8-10 Morning Activities Ages 11 & Up Morning Activities 1 0 : 0 0 A M ACTIVITY TWO Ages 5-7 Morning Activities Ages 8-10 Swim Practice/Group Lesson Ages 11 & Up Morning Activities 1 1 : 0 0 A M Ages 5-7 Ages 8-10 Ages 11 & Up
ACTIVITY THREE Lunch & Hideout Hideout & Lunch Swim Practice/Group Lesson/Lunch
12:00-1:30 PM 5-7 Years Old 8-10 Years Old 11 & Up
AC T I V I TY F O U R Fun Activities Fun Activities Fun Activities
1 : 3 0 - 1 : 4 5 P M AC T I V I TY F I V E 5-7 Years Old Bathroom & Snack 8-10 Years Old Bathroom & Snack 11 & Up Bathroom & Snack 2:00 - 2:15 PM P I C K U P O N 2 N D F L O O R PA R K I N G G A R A G E Camp schedule is tentative and all activities are subject to change.
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SUMMEr Funtastik camp C A M P AT T I R E
Active wear, tennis shoes, sunscreen, swimsuits and goggles
R E G I S T R AT I O N POLICY
SUMM E R F U N TASTIK CAMP 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 27 - Friday, August 19 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
C A N C E L L AT I O N
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 must be received at least 48 hours in advance to avoid any charges.
RECIPROCAL CLUBS & GUESTS
Funtastik Camp is primarily for Briar Club Members. Guests may be admitted on a case-by-case basis, depending on attendance and other factors. Please email Morgan Mushinski at youthcoordinator@ thebriarclub.com to verify if your guest can be accommodated. The non-member price for Summer Funtastik Camp is $375 per week.
PRICING
F U N TA S T I K C A M P S C H E D U L E
Price includes all activities, special attractions and meals.
8:30 am - 9:00 am 9:00 am - 9:30 am 9:30 am - 11:00 am 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm 1:30 pm - 1:45 pm 2:00 pm - 2:15 pm
$325 per week
C A M P D R O P - O F F Parents/guardians are not required to stay on property for the duration of camp. · 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 2:00 pm - 2:15 pm on the second floor of the parking garage. · Last early pick-up time is at 1:30 pm; otherwise, all campers must be picked up from 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. · Counselors will call parents after 2:15 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.
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Drop Off (Garage Level 2) Camp Introductions/Games Art & Themed Activities Lunch & Hideout Afternoon Fun & Swimming Snack & Bathroom Pick Up (Garage Level 2)
bRIAr Sports CAMP C A M P AT T I R E
Active wear, tennis shoes, sunscreen, swimsuits and goggles
R E G I S T R AT I O N POLICY
BR I A R S P O RTS CAMP Ages 7-12
Your camper will have a full day of sports fun with the Briar Club youth team! Each camp day includes lunch, snack, and hours of sports fun with friends.
CAMP SCHEDULE
Monday, June 20 - Friday, August 12 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
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C A N C E L L AT I O N
Please visit www.thebriarclub.com to register or cancel your child’s Briar Sports Camp registration. You may also email Morgan Mushinski at youthcoordinator@thebriarclub.com. All cancellations must be received at least 48 hours in advance to avoid any charges.
RECIPROCAL CLUBS & GUESTS
Briar Sports Camp is primarily for Briar Club Members. Guests may be admitted on a caseby-case basis, depending on attendance and other factors. Please email Morgan Mushinski at youthcoordinator@thebriarclub.com to verify if your guest can be accommodated. The nonMember price for Briar Sports Camp is $400 per week.
$350 per week
Price includes all activities, special attractions and meals.
C A M P D R O P - O F F Parents/guardians are not required to stay on property for the duration of Briar Sports Camp. · 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 2:00 pm - 2:15 pm on the second floor of the parking garage. · Last early pick-up time is at 1:30 pm; otherwise, all campers must be picked up from 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. · Counselors will call parents after 2:15 pm to verify pickup status. · Briar Sports Camp Staff does not provide aftercare for campers. Parents/Guardians are responsible for the transfer of their children between Briar Sports Camp and other Briar Club activities. 15
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 ? 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. All Members and guests are required to sign-in at the Security Desk. Extended & pre-arranged guest visits can be organized by contacting our Membership Department at membership@thebriarclub.com or (713) 622-3667 ext. 2159. HOW DO MY GUESTS GAIN ACCESS TO THE PARKING GARAGE? 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. M AY I D R O P-O F F MY 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) 622-3667 ext. 2159. POOL SAFET Y & GUARDIAN RESPONSIBILIT Y •
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Careful and considerate behavior is asked of all Members and their guests.
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Hanging, sitting, or jumping off pool ropes is not permitted. Kickboards are reserved for Lap Pool use only. 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. Infants and toddlers must wear waterproof and/ or swim diapers in all Club pools. Diapers must be changed every hour. 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 & up may use the pool slide. Children must be 7 years old or 48 inches tall to use the High Dive. No flips or somersaults are allowed from the 3-meter diving board. 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.
LOCKER RENTALS 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) 622-3667 ext. 2126 for 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.
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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
EVENTS Calendar saturday march 3
friday march 11
TODDLER PLAYDATE 3:00 pm Briar Lawn
tuesday march 8
TEEN SWIM TEAM COACHES MEETING 7:00 pm TBA
friday march 11 GELLYBALL & SNOWCONES 6:30 pm Sports Court
SPRING BREAK BASH 7:00 pm Family Resort Pool
friday april 8
friday april 8
sat-sun april 9-10
saturday april 9
sunday march 27
monday march 28
friday april 1
TEEN POOL PARTY 7:00 pm Family Resort Pool
MAD SCIENCE BRIAR FUN NIGHT 6:30 pm Family Resort Pool
LIFEGUARD CLASS 5:00 pm Pool Area
LIFEGUARD CLASS 8:00 am Pool Area
BRUNCH WITH THE BUNNY 8:00 am, 10:00 am & 12:00 pm Clubhouse
friday april 15
BRIAR FUN DAY 8:30 am Drop-off on second floor garage
saturday april 23
FAMILY CAMPOUT 4:00 pm Briar Lawn
sunday may 8
MOTHER’S DAY BRUNCH & POOLSIDE DINNER 11:00 am Clubhouse
friday may 13
LASER TAG TBA Sports Court
monday may 30
MEMORIAL DAY COOKOUT 11:00 am Family Resort Pool
friday june 10
saturday june 11
sunday june 12
saturday june 18
sunday june 19
tues-wed
june 21-22
tues-thurs
BABYSITTING CLASS 10:00 am TBA
JUNIOR LIFEGUARD PROGRAM 3:00 pm Pool Area
saturday august 20
MOTHER & DAUGHTER TEA 1:00 pm & 3:30 pm Magnolia Ballroom
TEEN SWIM TEAM COACHES MEETING 7:00 pm TBA
LIFEGUARD CLASS 9:00 am Pool Area
TODDLER PLAYDATE 10:00 am Briar Lawn
FATHER’S DAY COOKOUT 11:00 am Family Resort Pool
saturday july 9
tues-thurs
friday august 5
TODDLER PLAYDATE 10:00 am Briar Lawn
CLUB EVENT
july 12-14 JUNIOR LIFEGUARD PROGRAM 3:00 pm Pool Area
NERF WARS TBA Sports Court
YOUTH EVENT
AQ U AT I C S E V E N T
LIL’ KIDS PLAYDATE TBA TBA
LIFEGUARD CLASS 5:00 pm Pool Area
LIFEGUARD CLASS 8:00 am Pool Area
june 21-23
friday july 1
MERMAID PARTY 4:00 pm Family Resort Pool
4TH OF JULY COOKOUT 11:00 am Family Resort Pool
monday august 22
tba TBA
monday sept 5
FALL JUNIOR TENNIS PROGRAM BEGINS Tennis Courts
BACK TO SCHOOL LUAU TBA Family Resort Pool
monday july 4
LABOR DAY COOKOUT 11:00 am Family Resort Pool
All events and event details are subject to change.
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T H E BRI A R C LUB
2603 T I M M O N S L A N E H OU ST O N , T X 77027 T H E B RI A RC LU B . C O M ( 713 ) 622 - 3667
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