WYLIE RECREATION CENTER When Wylie Recreation Center opened in February 2011, it completely transformed the way that citizens of Wylie and the surrounding communities could engage in recreation activities and engage with the community. In honor of our ten-year anniversary, Director of Wylie Parks and Recreation, Robert Diaz, talked about what the center has accomplished in a decade, and how it has evolved since opening.
Q: H ow is Wylie Recreation celebrating the 10-year anniversary?
Robert Diaz: Wylie Recreation Center is hosting a municipal complex-wide scavenger hunt February 1 – 7 encouraging the community to come out and explore the unique design of the recreation center, public art, and the beautiful surrounding landscape and adjacent trails we share with the Wylie Municipal Complex. We also will be highlighting memorable offerings, special events, and guest transformations and accomplishments through the years in February on the @WylieRecreation Facebook and Instagram pages. There will be lots of opportunities to walk away with a commemorative T-shirt, totes, and other door prizes.
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Q: W hat are some unique features or events
that Wylie Recreation Center is known for?
RD: We are always looking for fun new ways to
activate the community while meeting needs. The climbing wall placement, by the front door, has been a big draw for people. We are known for our cleanliness, attentive staff, and providing a way for people to connect. The summer camps are a big hit, the fitness area is a huge draw, and we have a very successful program of registered classes, such as Flex Reg Fitness yoga and zumba, karate, Tutus and Tap, and our cooking and sewing classes.
Q: H ow have the offerings evolved over the last 10 years?
RD: We have had kids that started participating with
us when we opened, that are now young adults. Some are even starting their own families. They grew up in the rec center, and their kids will too. Since so many of our participants make a choice to spend their time with us, we stay tuned in to their needs. Because of constant technological advancements, we rotate the fitness equipment out so that participants have access to the best experience possible. Camps ten years ago were centered on sports, today camps are focused on STEAM. Aerobic classes have morphed into boot camp classes. To meet needs, our expert staff stay involved in professional development at every level.
Wylie Parks & Recreation | Activity Menu | Winter 2021
