Prepare for a night of ghoulish delights and spine-tingling fun at Wylie Parks and Recreation Glow in the Park section of Boo on Ballard at Olde City Park in downtown Wylie. Snag some glow swag, zoom on the zipline, and groove to DJ’s eerie beats. Then, creep down to the Welcome Center at Brown House Victorian Haunt for spooktacular photo opportunities, and a dance party. Bring money for glow swag, glow swords, wands, and more. Cash and credit card accepted.
Fall 2024 / October – December Wylie Parks & Recreation
SPECIAL EVENTS 6
The holiday favorites you love are back
SPECIAL INTEREST
7
Enhance your lifestyle
FALL
AND WINTER BREAK CAMPS 8
Stay active, busy, and creative with sports, arts, and STEAM options
THE ARTS
11
Get into music, art, and more
SPORTS INSTRUCTION 15
Perfect solutions for training or sport introduction
GROUP
EXERCISE 18
Pick the class dates you want
TRIPS
20
Explore new places with friends
EARLY BIRD
5% discount is available for online registrations processed SEPT 1 – 7.
REC PASS
This discount is available to Wylie Rec Pass holders.
Rec Pass discount may be combined with Early Bird discount when applicable: SEPT 1 – 7
RECREATION CENTER
VIRTUAL GROUP FITNESS
with SCHEDULES & FAQs
“ Great selection!”
— Jeni L.
For all Rec Pass holders ages 12 yrs and up!*
• Now streaming in the Rec Center Aerobic Studio
• Drop in for one class or take them all
*Access for ages 12 – 15 years only with an adult age 18 years or older. For more information, www.wylietexas.gov/facilities/forms_rules_and_faqs
CHILDCARE
For children ages 6 months – 6 years
Childcare Areas are available as a benefit to adults participating in Open Play and registered activities.
View it all online: www.wylietexas.gov/facilities/ forms_rules_and_faqs
Pickleball • Open Play • Open Gym
PERSONAL TRAINING
See page 19 for details.
Drop-in childcare is available during scheduled hours on a first-come, first-served basis with limited availability. Schedule is subject to change. A parent or legal guardian with a valid Rec Pass may access the Childcare Area service at no additional charge. For all other users, fees apply.
Prior to arrival >>> Review the Facility Rules, Guidelines and Childcare FAQs. View online at: www.wylietexas.gov/facilities/forms_rules_and_faqs
Monday – Thursday 7 am – 12:30 pm 4 pm – 9 pm
Friday 7 am - 12:30 pm Saturday 8 am – 1 pm
Per Visit
$4
10-Visit Punch Card
$30
$20 *Rec Pass Holders
SPECIAL EVENTS
Donuts with Santa
Santa Claus is coming to town. The jolly old elf and his famous team of helpers are stopping in Wylie to share a kid-friendly treat. Capture precious memories and milestones, honor a holiday tradition, and share in themed activity time. Take home crafts, a festive picture with Santa, and a digital album. Cookies are served in afternoon sessions.
Ages: 1 – 10 Yrs
Wylie Recreation Center / PARD Staff
Sa 12/14 8:30 – 9:30 AM $35 / $29 15666
Sa 12/14 10:30 – 11:30 AM $35 / $29 15667
Sa 12/14 2 – 3 PM $35 / $29 15668
Sa 12/14 4 – 5 PM $35 / $29 15669
Parent’s Night Out
Enjoy an evening out while your kids have fun at Wylie Rec. Active and organized activities increase social skills, boost creativity, and enhance motor skills. Activities include supervised crafts, games, rock climbing, pizza for dinner, and a movie. Wear closedtoe shoes and comfortable clothing. If your child has dietary restrictions, please pack a dinner. Questions? Contact Wylie Rec Center, Recreation@WylieTexas. gov or 972-516-6340.
Ages: 4 – 12 Yrs
Wylie Recreation Center / PARD Staff
F 10/11 6 – 10:30
SIBLINGS 20% OFF
DISCOUNT for PARENT’S NIGHT OUT
The first registration pays full price. 20% discount for each additional sibling.
Gingerbread Workshop
Decorate your Christmas with joy. Delight in a festive tradition, create precious family moments, and express holiday cheer. Design, assemble, and adorn your gingerbread house with icing, gumdrops, candy canes, chocolates, and more. Take home your gingerbread house and a digital memory album. Snacks and refreshments provided. Parent participation required. Register per person. All supplies provided.
Ages: 2 Yrs +
Wylie Recreation Center / PARD Staff
Pumpkins on the Prairie
REC PASS HOLDERS SAVE
Add fall cheer to your front porch. Make memories with your family, enhance creativity, and share in a fall tradition. Paint or carve a hand-selected pumpkin. Create a silly, scary, goofy, or toothless jack-o-lantern to take home. Parent participation required. Register per person. All supplies provided.
Ages: 2 Yrs +
Wylie Recreation Center / PARD Staff
Hot Chocolate Zumba
Ditch the workout and join the party outdoors. This fusion of Latin and international music and dance creates a dynamic, exciting, and effective cardio session. The routines feature interval training techniques with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body. Lose yourself in energetic moves while shaping up. Please dress appropriately for weather. In the event of rain, class moves indoors. Please check in at front desk.
Ages: 12 Yrs +
Wylie Recreation Center / Erin Larew
CPR and First Aid Training
Be a life saver. Discover the tools needed to react efficiently in a high-stress situation. Identify when an emergency occurs and when CPR, AED, or first aid is needed. Use real-life scenarios and handson practice to be prepared to provide aid if presented with a life-threatening emergency. Learn first aid, AED, and proper CPR techniques for infants, children, and adults.
Ages: 12 Yrs +
Wylie Recreation Center / Francisco Carrero
Sa 10/12 9 – 11:30 AM $55 / $45 15724
Sa 11/2 9 – 11:30 AM $55 / $45 15725
Turkey Trot Zumba
Dance away the turkey and dressing. Effortlessly burn through calories while moving to lively, energetic tunes. This interval style workout features a combination of fast and slower rhythms that all fitness levels enjoy. Turkey costumes applauded. No prior Zumba experience necessary. In the event of rain, class moves indoors. Please check in at the front desk.
Ages: 12 Yrs +
Wylie Recreation Center / Erin Larew
SPECIAL INTEREST
Spike Prime LEGO Coding
Attention robotic enthusiasts ... build and program robots! Understand programming, decipher diverse coding challenges, and boost critical thinking skills. Grasp visual block coding and use LEGO Spike Program system to build robots complete with motors, sensors, and lights.
Ages: 7 – 11 Yrs
Wylie Recreation Center / Play - Well
W 10/2 – 10/30* 4:30 – 6:30 PM $195 / $169 15878 *No class 10/16.
Nutrition Coaching
Eat well, be well. Gain one-on-one tips and guidance from a National Academy of Sports Medicine certified trainer on how to create delicious and healthy meals using the food you love. Discover the best way to fuel your body through simple food changes that will help you reach your wellness goals.
Ages: 12 Yrs +
Wylie Recreation Center / Laura Huddleston
1-on-1 Training 30-Minute / One Session $49 / person 60-Minute / One Session $79 / person
2-on-1 Training 60-Minute / One Session $99 / 2 people
FALL & WINTER BREAK CAMPS
Pokémon LEGO Engineering
Gotta catch ‘em all! Take creativity to the next level, enhance STEAM principles, boost fine motor skills, and expand problem-solving abilities. Construct and build favorite characters, program new LEGO creations for a level up, and face off in an epic Pokémon battle. Work with your team and race to be crowned the Ultimate Pokémon Champions.
Ages: 5 – 12 Yrs
Wylie Recreation Center / Play - Well
- F
Drone Flying Adventures
Fly high and concur the sky! Discover the innerworkings of drones and gain knowledge of flying basics. Build on your flying skills, improve teamwork communication, and increase hand-eye coordination. Flip, zoom, and soar through challenging activities that include tricks, team flying games, and creating and conquering obstacle courses.
Ages: 6 – 11 Yrs
Wylie Recreation Center / Drone Together
M - F 10/14 – 10/18 1 – 4 PM $209 / $179
Soccer Kicks
Next up ... World Cup! Conquer soccer fundamentals, magnify overall fitness, and develop coordination on the field. Work with your team during drills, games, and friendly competitions. Enhance dribbling, passing, shooting, and active teamwork strategies. Wear athletic clothes and tennis shoes.
Ages: 7 – 12 Yrs
Wylie Recreation Center / Soccer Sparks
M - F 10/14 – 10/18 9 AM – 12 PM $189 / $165 15879
Young Picassos
Easel into painting. Unlock creativity, fine-tune motor skills, boost confidence, and increase concentration skills. Study perspective, proportions, and color theory with step-by-step instructions. Paint and craft fall-inspired items including pumpkins, leaves, animals, and more. $40 supply fee (SF) payable to instructor at the first class. Dress to mess.
Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs
Wylie Recreation Center / Alisha Wilson
Festive Fall
M - F 10/14 – 10/18 1 – 4 PM $189 / $165 + SF 15883
Dance Party Era
You know the deal ... you just gotta shake it off! Express creativity, elevate coordination, and make your wildest dreams come true. Learn dance choreography to the songs of your favorite pop star. Make friendship bracelets to trade with your new pals.
Ages: 5 – 12 Yrs
REC PASS
HOLDERS
SAVE ON MOST ACTIVITIES DURING EARLY BIRD ONLINE REGISTRATION: SEPT 1 – 7
Wylie Recreation Center / Cassie Dyson M 11/25 9 AM – 12 PM $59 / $49 15885 Th 1/2 9 AM – 12 PM $59 / $49 15886 F 1/3 9 AM – 12 PM $59 / $49 15887
Young Picassos Workshop
Crafting joy, one painting at a time. Foster creativity, boost confidence, and improve skills with step-bystep instructions. Take home unique art pieces and enhance painting skills by learning paint mixing and mastering techniques with various brushes. Elevate your art to the next level and enjoy the creative process. $25 supply fee (SF) payable to instructor at the first class. Dress to mess.
Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs
Wylie Recreation Center / Alisha Wilson
Fall Landscape
Tu
Tuscan Village
Winter Wonderland
12/30
Spectacular STEAM Engineering
Designing the present, engineering the future. Let your creativity flow while building, creating, designing, and coding basic robots and drones. Increase critical thinking with daily challenges, improve communication skills while collaborating as a group to bring ideas to life, and expand your coding skills with hands-on learning.
Ages: 6 – 11 Yrs
Wylie Recreation Center / Drone Together
Tu 12/31 9 AM – 12 PM $55 / $45 15903
UAV Drones
Budding aviators and tech enthusiasts! Grasp drone operations, enhance teamwork, and improve communication skills. Conquer aerial obstacles and learn the basics of flight and navigation. Collaborate with peers during flying games and get ready to flip, zoom, and soar.
Ages: 6 – 11 Yrs
Wylie Recreation Center / Drone Together
Rock Climbing Workshop
Get a hold of rock climbing. Build confidence, enhance problem-solving skills, and fine-tune communication methods. Learn basic climbing techniques, become familiar with equipment, and practice tying three different knots. Wear athletic clothes and tennis shoes.
Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs
Wylie Recreation Center / PARD Staff
W 11/27 9 AM – 12 PM $45 / $35 15889 Tu 12/31 9 AM – 12 PM $45 / $35 15890
CAM PS
Archery Workshop
Take aim. Gain skills for shooting with accuracy and precision. Practice the steps of proper shooting technique and become familiar with the various parts of the bow. Wear comfortable clothing that is not loose fitting and tie back loose hair.
Ages: 7 – 12 Yrs
Wylie Recreation Center / PARD Staff
LEGO BattleTrack
Compete for the title of BattleTrack Champion! Build hand-eye coordination, solve STEM problems, and boost critical thinking skills while you play, create, and learn in a brick world. Build a motorized train to take on other competitors on the monorail tracks.
Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs
Wylie Recreation Center / Play - Well M 11/25 9 AM – 12 PM $45 / $35 15897
LEGO Minecraft Engineering
Bring Minecraft to life using LEGO bricks. Increase resourcefulness, unleash creativity, improve problemsolving skills, and collaborate with your peers. Mine raw resources, build craft tools, and build a base. Work with friends to construct wild Minecraft-inspired creations.
Ages: 5 – 12 Yrs
Wylie Recreation Center / Play - Well
Kid’s Day Out
Kid time at Wylie Rec: exciting games and endless fun! Active and organized activities increase social skills, boost creativity, and enhance motor skills. Activities include supervised crafts, gym games, and rock climbing. Wear closed-toe shoes and comfortable clothing.
Ages: 5 – 12 Yrs
Wylie Recreation Center / PARD Staff
LEGO Bash ‘Em Bots
Will your bot reign supreme? Build and experiment with different chassis designs while mixing and matching wheels, treads, and walking legs. Use hammers, drills, and battering rams to refine your masterpiece. Apply real world engineering and physics and test skills by overcoming obstacles. Challenge friends to battles and bash and crash your way to victory.
Ages: 7 – 12 Yrs
Wylie Recreation Center / Play - Well
ARTS
Adult Ballet
Stay on your toes. Build a solid dance foundation, improve coordination, boost balance, and enhance flexibility. Discover dance terminology, practice form at the barre, and learn group choreography. Build proper alignment and strength muscles through the art of dance. Wear comfortable clothing. Ballet shoes encouraged.
Ages: 18 Yrs +
Wylie Recreation Center / Amanda Wheaton
Adult Ballet I
Tu 10/1 – 10/22 6:45 – 7:45 PM $69 / $59 15749
Tu 11/5 – 11/26 6:45 – 7:45 PM $69 / $59 15750
Tu 12/3 – 12/17 6:45 – 7:45 PM $55 / $45 15751
Adult Ballet II
Prerequisite: Adult Ballet I or instructor approval.
Tu 10/1 – 10/22 7:45 – 8:45 PM $69 / $59 15753
Tu 11/5 – 11/26 7:45 – 8:45 PM $69 / $59 15754
Tu 12/3 – 12/17 7:45 – 8:45 PM $55 / $45 15755
Tiny Tots Jazz Pop
Feel the beat, move your feet. Improve motor skills, express creativity, and develop spatial awareness. Discover the fundamentals of jazz and hip-hop through easy-to-follow steps and fun, high-energy music. Improve strength, flexibility, and balance while moving and grooving to funky tunes. Comfortable athletic attire, jazz shoes, and/or sneakers are recommended.
Ages: 4 – 6 Yrs
Wylie Recreation Center / Cassie Dyson
M 10/7 – 10/28 5:15 – 6 PM $69 / $59 15761
M 11/4 – 11/25 5:15 – 6 PM $69 / $59 15762
M 12/2 – 12/23 5:15 – 6 PM $69 / $59 15763
Tap and Toe
Ignite your passion for dance. Enhance body control, encourage creativity, and boost discipline with ballet and tap dance combinations. Build your dance repertoire, practice self-expression, and practice ballet and tap fundamentals and techniques. Inspire movement with graceful and elegant spins, extensions, and footwork. Ballet leotard or shirt with tights and tap and ballet shoes are recommended.
Ages: 5 – 7 Yrs
Wylie Recreation Center / Cassie Dyson
M 10/7 – 10/28 6 – 6:45 PM $69 / $59
Jazz Funk
Move and groove with style. Discover musicality, enhance confidence, and showcase creativity. Discover the fundamental skills to jazz and hip hop, and dance to infectious, high-energy rhythmic music. Incorporate your own style and learn vibrant dance moves including jazz turns, walks, piques, and more. Comfortable athletic attire, jazz shoes and/or sneakers are recommended.
REC PASS HOLDERS SAVE ON MOST ACTIVITIES DURING EARLY BIRD ONLINE REGISTRATION: SEPT 1 – 7
Ages: 7 – 10 Yrs
Wylie Recreation Center / Cassie Dyson
M 10/7 – 10/28 6:45 – 7:30 PM $69 / $59 15769
M 11/4 – 11/25 6:45 – 7:30 PM $69 / $59 15770
M 12/2 – 12/23 6:45 – 7:30 PM $69 / $59 15771
Tiny Tots Ballet and Tap
Twirl and spin into dance. Early dancers enhance body control, improve strength and flexibility, and learn to express creativity. Utilize creative movement to jump and leap across the dance floor as you discover the fundamentals of ballet and tap combo including vocabulary, steps, and positions. Ballet leotard or shirt with tights and tap and ballet shoes are recommended.
Ages: 2 – 4 Yrs
Wylie Recreation Center / Cassie Dyson
Saturday
Sa 10/5 – 10/26 9 – 9:45 AM $69 / $59 15786
Sa 11/2 – 11/23 9 – 9:45 AM $69 / $59 15787
Sa 12/7 – 12/28 9 – 9:45 AM $69 / $59 15788
Monday
M 10/7 – 10/28 4:30 – 5:15 PM $69 / $59 15790
M 11/4 – 11/25 4:30 – 5:15 PM $69 / $59 15791
M 12/2 – 12/23 4:30 – 5:15 PM $69 / $59 15792
Ballet and Jazz
Discover the dancer within. Enhance overall body control, improve confidence, and increase strength through progressive movements. Learn fun and artistic choreography that emphasizes technique, coordination, and creativity. Study proper foot placement, dance terminology, and body alignment while learning the fundamentals of ballet and jazz. Ballet leotard, or shirt with tights, and ballet shoes are recommended.
Ages: 5 – 7 Yrs
Wylie Recreation Center / Cassie Dyson
Sa 10/5 – 10/26 9:45 – 10:30 AM $69 / $59 15794
Sa 11/2 – 11/23 9:45 – 10:30 AM $69 / $59 15795
Sa 12/7 – 12/28 9:45 – 10:30 AM $69 / $59 15796
ENHANCEMENT REQUEST:
Wylie Recreation encourages Guests to suggest enhancements at Wylie Recreation Center, Community Park Center, and Welcome Center at Brown House.
Visit our website to complete a request: www.WylieTexas.gov/Facilities > Forms, Rules and FAQs
Guitar
Don’t fret, conquer guitar! Understand the layout and functions of the guitar fingerboard, grow music literacy skills, recognize notes, and boost rhythm. Learn chords and strumming patterns and play a variety of songs. Practice solo performances and collaborate with your peers to develop ensemble concert skills. Bring guitar and pick.
Ages: 8 – 15 Yrs
Wylie Recreation Center / Jonathan Reger
Beginner
Sa 10/5 – 10/26* 4:45 – 5:25 PM $65 / $55 15838
Sa 11/2 – 11/16 4:45 – 5:25 PM $65 / $55
Sa 12/7 – 12/14 4:45 – 5:25 PM $45 / $39
Continuing
Sa 10/5 – 10/26* 5:25 – 6:05 PM $65 / $55
15839
15840
15842
Sa 11/2 – 11/16 5:25 – 6:05 PM $65 / $55 15843
Sa 12/7 – 12/14 5:25 – 6:05 PM $45 / $39 15844
*No class 10/12.
Ready Set Sew
Make your own Halloween costume! Express creativity, stretch STEAM principles, and enhance critical thinking skills. Explore the ins and outs of a sewing machine, cut and pin fabric, and stand out in the crowd with a costume you made. Uncover a variety of stitching techniques, box corners, zipper installs, and more. $12 supply fee (SF) payable to instructor at first class. Bring sewing machine; a few available upon request.
Ages: 9 – 16 Yrs
Wylie Recreation Center / Amber Smith
Halloween Costume
Tu 10/1 – 10/29* 5 – 6 PM $55 / $45 + SF 15877
*No class 10/15.
Doormat Decorators
Say no to boring doormats. Express creativity, socialize with friends, and add a touch of beauty to your front door. Transform two natural coir doormats into custom, unique, hand-painted seasonal doormats. Add a welcoming touch to your home’s entrance that reflects your personality and style. $15 supply fee (SF) payable to instructor at the first class.
Ages: 16 Yrs +
Wylie Recreation Center / Adashea Dugan
Halloween and Thanksgiving
Sa 10/19 9:30 – 10:30 AM $49 / $45 + SF 15817
Christmas and Winter
Sa 11/16 9:30 – 10:30 AM $49 / $45 + SF 15818
North Pole At-Home Helpers
Treat yo’elf to a season off from the North Pole helpers. No need to stress the helpers plan the scene, purchase supplies, and come up with a unique script. Kit includes how-to directions, photo of daily setup, and all supplies needed for 24 days of unique themes. Leave the scout elves up to us!
Ages: 18 Yrs +
Wylie Recreation Center / PARD Staff
11/1 - 12/31 $45 / $39 15516
Holiday Sewing Workshop
Let it sew, let it sew, let it sew! Increase attention to detail, enhance concentration, and socialize with friends. Learn to operate a sewing machine and then measure, pin, and cut fabrics. Check off your shopping list and choose from a variety of holiday themed projects to sew and stitch. Create one-ofa-kind gifts for your loved ones. $8 supply fee (SF) payable to instructor at the first class. Bring sewing machine; a few available upon request.
Ages: 8 – 16 Yrs
Wylie Recreation Center / Amber Smith
Sa 11/16 11 AM – 1 PM $39 / $35 + SF 15846
REC PASS HOLDERS SAVE
ON MOST ACTIVITIES DURING EARLY BIRD ONLINE REGISTRATION: SEPT 1 – 7
Adult Sewing
It’s never too late to start sewing. Learn to sew in a social setting, increase creativity, and destress. Practice new skills, and make friends while discovering patterns, fabrics, sewing gadgets, seam finishes, and more. Construct a unique fall table runner. $8 supply fee (SF) payable to instructor at the first class. Bring sewing machine; a few available upon request.
Ages: 16 Yrs + Wylie Recreation Center / Amber Smith
Sa 11/16 1:30 – 4 PM $39 / $35 + SF 15876
Wreath Making
Deck out your door. Create a beautiful wreath using a variety of textures, ribbon, and décor. Learn how to select and place stems and color for a balanced and whimsical look. Take it home or surprise a friend with a unique handmade gift. All supplies provided.
Ages: 55 Yrs + Community Park Center / Lupe Kuharsky
W 10/23 12:30 – 1:30 PM $12
W 11/27 12:30 – 1:30 PM $12 15693
Basic Floral Design
Fill your world with color. Under the guidance of an instructor, design a floral masterpiece by combining colors, choosing proper flower combinations, and creating the right balance. Make anything from quaint corsages to beautiful arrangements for your home. All supplies provided.
Ages: 55 Yrs + Community Park Center / Lori Jaynes
M
Gardening
Embrace your green thumb. Gain valuable gardening tips while socializing with friends. Discover plants that thrive in Texas weather, learn how to care for them, and grow your very own fruits and vegetables at the center garden alongside a skilled instructor. Seeds, tools, and soil provided.
Ages: 55 Yrs +
Community Park Center / Tran Ngoc
Cakeology
The icing on the cake! Take your cake decorating and icing skills to the next level. Discover different types of icings and how to use each for the best results. Receive hands-on training when using icing tips and piping bags. Practice your new decorating techniques and take home a yummy masterpiece. All supplies provided.
Ages: 55 Yrs +
Community Park Center / Debra Meyer
Card Making
Think outside the card store. Create your own greetings, birthday wishes, and thank you notes. Embellish paper with stamps, stickers, folds, fonts, and more. Get hands-on assistance crafting two unique, personalized cards for friends and family. All supplies provided.
Ages: 55 Yrs +
Community Park Center / Angela Daniel
Craft Corner
Get crafty. Create one-of-a-kind treasures to keep or share with your friends and family. Quick and easy projects include something for everyone. Learn a new skill, or show off an old one in a friendly environment with fellow crafters. All supplies provided.
Ages: 55 Yrs +
Community Park Center / Debra Meyer W 10/16 10:30 – 11:30 AM $5
W 11/20 10:30 – 11:30 AM $5
W 12/18 10:30 – 11:30 AM $5
SPOR TS INSTRUCTION
Soccer Sparks
Kick-it. Magnify overall physical development and coordination in a low-pressure, high-skill learning environment. Develop soccer and social skills participating as a group in a structured activity. Enhance dribbling, passing, shooting, and active teamwork strategies. Tennis shoes only. No cleats.
Wylie Recreation Center / Soccer Sparks
Ages: 2 – 3 Yrs
Share unforgettable, goal-scoring adventures with your tot. Improve balance, coordination, and general motor skills. Learn how to dribble and strike a soccer ball through games, activities, and drills.
M 10/7 – 11/4 4:15 – 4:45 PM $85 / $69 15859
M 11/18 – 12/16 4:15 – 4:45 PM $85 / $69 15860
Ages: 4 – 5 Yrs
Dibble, kick, pass. Learn dribbling, passing, and scoring fundamentals and increase soccer techniques in a group setting.
M 10/7 – 11/4 4:50 – 5:35 PM $85 / $69 15862
M 11/18 – 12/16 4:50 – 5:35 PM $85 / $69 15863
Ages: 6 – 9 Yrs
Score! Improve soccer fundamentals, boost footwork, and increase confidence. Conquer dribbling, passing, trapping, juggling, receiving, shooting, and more.
M 10/7 – 11/4 5:40 – 6:25 PM $85 / $69 15865
M 11/18 – 12/16 5:40 – 6:25 PM $85 / $69 15866
Ages: 10 – 12 Yrs
Shoot for the Cup! Fine-tune soccer skills, advance technique, and improve game-playing strategies.
M 10/7 – 11/4 6:30 – 7:15 PM $85 / $69 15870
M 11/18 – 12/16 6:30 – 7:15 PM $85 / $69 15871
Shining Stars Soccer
Life’s about goals! Develop motor skills, increase fitness, improve coordination, and make new friends. Developmentally-appropriate soccer games and activities are used to teach life skills and enhance peer interactions. Small class size encourages players to improve at their own pace in a safe, friendly environment. Curriculum tailored towards individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. All guests are welcome. Tennis shoes only. No cleats.
Ages: 5 – 19 Yrs
Wylie Recreation Center / Soccer Stars
Sa 10/5 – 10/26 10:30 – 11:15 AM
Sa 11/2 – 11/23 10:30 – 11:15 AM $129 / $115
12/7 – 12/28 10:30 – 11:15 AM $129 / $115
SPORTS INSTRUCTION
Karate
Master the Ryubukai Okinawan art of self-defense that employs hand strikes and kicks with swift and calculated movements used to disable or subdue an opponent. Focus on the flow of movement, sparring, and weapons while attaining discipline, self-control, and physical fitness. $30 belt testing fee. Uniform optional.
Ages: 6 – 17 Yrs
Wylie Recreation Center / Dan Thompson
Beginner
W 10/16 – 12/11* 5:30 – 6:30 PM $79 / $65 15827
*No class 11/27.
Intermediate
W 10/2 – 12/11* 6:45 – 8:15 PM $99 / $85 15828
*No class 11/27.
Basketball Academy
Slam-dunk! Boost physical fitness, increase leadership skills, and enhance fundamentals. Take it to the court and practice shooting, passing, dribbling, ball handling, and more. Fine-tune new talents during games, scrimmages, and friendly competitions. Wear athletic clothes and tennis shoes.
Ages: 4 – 6 Yrs
Wylie Recreation Center / PARD Staff
Tu 10/1 – 10/22 5 – 5:45 PM $59 / $55 15702
Tu 11/5 – 11/26 5 – 5:45 PM $59 / $55 15703
Tu 12/3 – 12/17 5 – 5:45 PM $49 / $45 15704
Ages: 7 – 12 Yrs
Wylie Recreation Center / PARD Staff
Tu 10/1 – 10/22 5:45 – 6:45 PM $75 / $69 15706
Tu 11/5 – 11/26 5:45 – 6:45 PM $75 / $69 15707
Tu 12/3 – 12/17 5:45 – 6:45 PM $59 / $55 15708
REC PASS HOLDERS SAVE
ON MOST ACTIVITIES DURING EARLY BIRD ONLINE REGISTRATION: SEPT 1 – 7
Little Soccer Stars
Goal! Improve motor development, enhance coordination, build confidence, and burn energy. Grasp fundamental soccer concepts with age appropriate equipment and curriculum. Make new friends and build skills with engaging soccer drills, games, and scrimmages. Parent participation required. Register per child. Registration includes the parent. $20 uniform fee payable to instructor at the first class. Tennis shoes only. No cleats.
Ages: 1 – 2 Yrs
Wylie Recreation Center / Soccer Stars
Sa 10/5 – 10/26 8:30 – 9:15 AM $75 / $65 15774
Sa 11/2 – 11/23 8:30 – 9:15 AM $75 / $65 15775
Sa 12/7 – 12/28 8:30 – 9:15 AM $75 / $65 15776
Ages: 3 – 5 Yrs
Wylie Recreation Center / Soccer Stars
Sa 10/5 – 10/26 9:30 – 10:15 AM $75 / $65 15778
Sa 11/2 – 11/23 9:30 – 10:15 AM $75 / $65 15779
Sa 12/7 – 12/28 9:30 – 10:15 AM $75 / $65 15780
Volleyball
Bump, set, and spike. Get a handle on ball control, develop self-confidence, and learn to work strategically as a team. Practice basic volleyball skills like digging, spiking, and serving. Move through various rotations and plays individually and as a team. Kneepads recommended.
Ages: 6 – 17 Yrs
Wylie Recreation Center / Gina Katin
Beginner
W 10/2 – 10/30* 5:30 – 6:30 PM $65 / $55 15729 *No class 10/16.
W 11/6 – 11/20 5:30 – 6:30 PM $55 / $45 15730
W 12/4 – 12/18 5:30 – 6:30 PM $55 / $45 15736
Intermediate
W 10/2 – 10/30* 6:30 – 7:30 PM $65 / $55 15738 *No class 10/16.
W 11/6 – 11/20 6:30 – 7:30 PM $55 / $45 15739
W 12/4 – 12/18 6:30 – 7:30 PM $55 / $45 15740
Advanced
W 10/2 – 10/30* 7:30 – 8:30 PM $65 / $55 15742 *No class 10/16.
W 11/6 – 11/20 7:30 – 8:30 PM $55 / $45 15743
W 12/4 – 12/18 7:30 – 8:30 PM $55 / $45 15744
Pickleball
Be a big dill on the court. Discover the trendiest and fastest growing paddle sport that combines elements of tennis and ping-pong. Take to the courts and improve fitness, increase hand-eye coordination, and gain new friends. Practice serves and returns, ground strokes, forehand and backhand strokes, and proper body positioning. Bring a paddle; a few available upon request. Wear athletic clothes and tennis shoes.
Ages: 18 Yrs +
Wylie Recreation Center / Staci Clemmer
Thursday
Th 10/3 – 10/24 6:30 – 8 PM $65 / $55 15824
Th 11/7 – 11/21 6:30 – 8 PM $49 / $45 15825
Tuesday
Tu 10/1 – 10/22 1 – 2 PM $45 / $35 15821
Tu 11/5 – 11/26 1 – 2 PM $45 / $35 15822
Archery
Take aim. Gain skills for shooting with accuracy and precision. Develop self-confidence, increase coordination, and build strength. Practice the steps of proper shooting technique, learn range setup, and become familiar with the various parts of the bow. Wear comfortable fitted clothing, closed-toed shoes, and tie back loose hair.
Ages: 8 – 14 Yrs
Wylie Recreation Center / PARD Staff
Beginner
Th 10/3 – 10/24 5:15 – 6 PM $49 / $45 15711
Th 11/7 – 11/21 5:15 – 6 PM $39 / $35 15712
Th 12/5 – 12/19 5:15 – 6 PM $39 / $35 15714
Intermediate
Th 10/3 – 10/24 6 – 6:45 PM $49 / $45 15716
Th 11/7 – 11/21 6 – 6:45 PM $39 / $35 15717
Th 12/5 – 12/19 6 – 6:45 PM $39 / $35 15718
GROUP EXERCISE
Pick the individual class dates you want.
Yoga for All
No matter your age, no matter your shape, yoga can help. Through guided instruction from an E-RYT 500 certified yoga instructor, improve circulation and increase flexibility and strength while calming your mind. This mind-body workout improves overall conditioning, functional strength, flexibility, muscle balance, and relaxation. It is also adaptable to most any physical condition. No prior yoga experience necessary.
Ages: 13 Yrs +
Wylie Recreation Center / Charlotte Rose
M F 9:30 - 10:30 AM $12 / $9 Class Meeting
Yoga Flow and Grow
Yoga for the not-so-bendy. Through guided instruction, improve balance, increase body awareness, and build strength. Take time to breathe with mindful poses and focus on properly lifting your own body weight to gain strength that will help you through everyday activities.
Ages: 13 Yrs +
Wylie Recreation Center / Heather Ward
W 9:30 - 10:30 AM $12 / $9 Class Meeting
Gentle Flow Yoga
Gentle Flow Yoga offers guided instruction that welcomes all fitness and experience levels. Gain muscle strength, improve core balance, and increase overall relaxation through essential yoga poses and breathing techniques. Coordinate breathing with movement to improve mental and physical health and release stress. No prior yoga experience necessary. No class 11/25 and 11/27.
Ages: 18 Yrs +
Wylie Recreation Center / Katharine Isbell
M W 6:30 - 7:30 PM $10 / $7 Class Meeting
FUN Yoga
Let’s get better together! Through guided instruction from an E-RYT 500 certified instructor, improve overall conditioning while having fun. Focus on breath, strength, balance, and flexibility with easy-tofollow movements that can be easily adapted to your fitness level. No prior yoga experience required
Ages: 55 Yrs + Community Park Center / Charlotte Rose W 10/2 – 10/16 10 – 11 AM $29
W 11/13 – 11/27 10 – 11 AM $29
W 12/2 – 12/18 10 – 11 AM $29 15697
Zumba
Ditch the workout and join the party. This fusion of Latin and international music and dance creates a dynamic, exciting, and effective cardio session. The routines feature interval training techniques with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body. Lose yourself in energetic moves while shaping up. No class 11/28 and 12/25.
Ages: 13 Yrs + Wylie Recreation Center / Erin Larew
Tu Th 5:15 - 6:15 PM $9 / $6 Class Meeting
Zumba Gold
Join the party and be a part of the Zumba movement. This aerobic fitness program with Latin flare fits your needs. Practice the basic steps of samba, salsa, merengue, and mambo set to upbeat Latin rhythms. Move to the beat at a comfortable speed, or modify the intensity of your workout with the use of a chair. All dance levels welcome. Wear athletic clothes and tennis shoes. No class 11/28.
Ages: 55 Yrs +
Community Park Center / Francesca Vegas
Tu Th 8:30 - 9:15 AM $9 Class Meeting
Boot Camp
Need a workout boost? Power up to the next level of strength, stability, and endurance. Target the entire body with calisthenics, core workouts, cardio exercises, and weight training. Feel good about fitness. Working out with a group promotes enhanced energy levels, reduces stress, and increases your commitment to a fitness routine. No class 11/28, 12/24, and 12/26.
Ages: 13 Yrs + Wylie Recreation Center / Leslie Williams
Tu Th Sa 9 - 10 AM $9 / $6 Class Meeting
PERSONAL TRAINING
How about a push? We’ve got you covered. Work one-on-one or bring a friend. A Certified Personal Trainer is here to help you with every aspect of your fitness from proper form to maximizing your workout structure based on your specific goals. You can do this. Let’s do it together. 30-minute and 60-minute sessions available. Rec Pass or Day Pass required.
Ages: 12 Yrs + Wylie Recreation Center
Ages: 55 Yrs + Community Park Center
Instructors: Laura Huddleston / Scott Bale
1-on-1 Training
30-Minute / One Session $49 / person
60-Minute / One Session $79 / person
60-Minute / 10 Sessions Package $699 / person
2-on-1 Training
60-Minute / One Session $99 / 2 people
60-Minute / 10 Sessions Package $899 / 2 people
TRIPS
Senior Follies Holiday Show
Merry Christmas to all, and to all a good night! Sit back and enjoy the Spectacular Follies holiday edition live on stage. Let the magic of the holiday season wash over you, sing along to your favorite holiday tunes, and marvel at the magnificent costumes and choreography. Moderate walking required. Bring money for lunch.*
Ages: 55 Yrs + Th 12/5 11:45 AM – 4:30 PM
State Fair of Texas
Howdy y’all. Spend the day taking in all the State Fair of Texas has to offer. Take a group picture under the historic Big Tex and visit the Auto Show. Try unique treats, peruse the arts and crafts booths, and enjoy live entertainment. Bring money for lunch and shopping. Moderate walking required.
Ages: 55 Yrs +
Th 10/17 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM $29 15797
Southfork Ranch Tour
Who shot JR? Relive the hit 80s TV show, “Dallas” and tour the Ewing Mansion. Take in the sprawling ranch land and stop at the memorabilia museum and gift shop. See the gun that shot J.R., Lucy’s wedding dress, the Dallas Family Tree, Jock’s Lincoln Continental, and more. Moderate walking required. Bring money for lunch.*
Ages: 55 Yrs +
Trips Withdrawal and Refund Policy: Requests for withdraw and refund of Trips must be received at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled start time. Refund requests made after the time limitations previously listed result in forfeit of any refund.
*Activities that require advanced “ticket” purchase are nonrefundable, unless the open spot can be filled.
The Foodies
Take a culinary adventure. Join fellow foodies and refine your interest in foods by trying top-rated restaurants, diners, and cafes around town. Expand your palate and explore specialty eateries, seasonal menu items, and decadent desserts. Bring money for lunch.
Ages: 55 Yrs +
Maple Street Biscuit Co. Th 10/3 11 AM – 2 PM $9 15656
Lazy Dog Th 11/7 11 AM – 2 PM $9 15657
Ferah Tex-Med Kitchen
Mystery Movie
Take a chance on a new release. Join friends and head to the movie theater to catch the latest matinee showing. Let us do the planning, grab a snack and seat, and enjoy a surprising movie reveal. Bring money for concessions.
Ages: 55 Yrs +
Country Roads Vendor Mall
Make your list and check it twice. Cross all the good boys and girls off your holiday shopping needs with a cornucopia of hidden treasures and antiques. Wander through the large selection of vendor stalls with gifts for every age, including décor, toys, clothing, and handmade items. Moderate walking involved. Bring money for shopping and lunch.
Ages: 55 Yrs + Th 10/10 11 AM – 2:30 PM $9 15800
Hutchins BBQ
The best around. Take your taste buds on a culinary journey with one of the top BBQ joints in the world. Choose from a delectable selection of smoked meats, sandwiches, stuffed baked potatoes, and homemade sides. Don’t forget to leave room for the all-you-caneat dessert bar after your meal. Moderate walking required. Bring money for lunch.
So you tried Macramé Comeback and it just wasn’t for you. A full refund is available through the first day of most contracted courses. If you are dissatisfied with the quality of a registered activity, please contact a staff person immediately so we may have an opportunity to solve the problem.
Archery, 17
Archery Workshop, 10 Ballet and Jazz, 12
Basketball Academy, 16
CPR and First Aid Training, 7
Dance Party Era, 8
Donuts with Santa, 6
Drone Flying Adventures, 8
Gingerbread Workshop, 6 Guitar, 12
Holiday Sewing Workshop, 13
Hot Chocolate Zumba, 7
Jazz Funk, 11 Karate, 16
Kid’s Day Out, 10
LEGO Bash ‘Em Bots, 10
LEGO Battletrack, 10
LEGO Minecraft Engineering, 10
Little Soccer Stars, 16
Nutrition Coaching, 7
Parent’s Night Out, 6 Personal Training, 19
Pokémon LEGO Engineering, 8 Pumpkins on the Prairie, 6
Ready Set Sew, 12
Rock Climbing Workshop, 9
Shining Stars Soccer, 15
Spectacular STEAM Engineering, 9
Soccer Kicks, 8
Soccer Sparks, 15
Spike Prime LEGO Coding, 7
Tap and Toe, 11
Tiny Tots Ballet and Tap, 12
Tiny Tots Jazz Pop, 11
Turkey Trot Zumba, 7
UAV Drones, 9 Volleyball, 17
Young Picassos, 8
Young Picassos Workshop, 9
TEENS
Adult Sewing, 13 Archery, 17
Boot Camp, 19
CPR and First Aid Training, 7
Doormat Decorators, 13
Gingerbread Workshop, 6 Guitar, 12
Holiday Sewing Workshop, 13
Hot Chocolate Zumba, 7 Karate, 16
Nutrition Coaching, 7
Personal Training, 19
Pumpkins on the Prairie, 6
Ready Set Sew, 12
Shining Stars Soccer, 15
Turkey Trot Zumba, 7 Volleyball, 17
Yoga for All, 18
Yoga Flow and Grow, 18 Zumba, 19
ADULTS
Adult Ballet, 11
Adult Sewing, 13
Boot Camp, 19
CPR and First Aid Training, 7
Doormat Decorators, 13
Gentle Flow Yoga, 18
Gingerbread Workshop, 6
Hot Chocolate Zumba, 7
North Pole At-Home Helper Kits, 13
Nutrition Coaching, 7
Personal Training, 19
Pickleball, 17
Pumpkins on the Prairie, 6
Shining Stars Soccer, 15
Turkey Trot Zumba, 7
Yoga for All, 18
Yoga Flow and Grow, 18 Zumba, 19
ADULTS 55
+
Adult Ballet, 11
Adult Sewing, 13
Basic Floral Design, 14
Boot Camp, 19
Cakeology, 14
Card Making, 14
Country Roads Vendor Mall, 20
Craft Corner, 14
CPR and First Aid Training, 7
Doormat Decorators, 13
FUN Yoga, 18
Gardening, 14
Gentle Flow Yoga, 18
Gingerbread Workshop, 6
Hutchins BBQ, 20
Hot Chocolate Zumba, 7
Mystery Movie, 20
North Pole At-Home Helper Kits, 13
Nutrition Coaching, 7
Personal Training, 19
Pickleball, 17
Pumpkins on the Prairie, 6
Senior Follies Holiday Show, 20
Southfork Ranch Tour, 20
State Fair of Texas, 20
The Foodies, 20
Turkey Trot Zumba, 7 Wreath Making, 13
Yoga for All, 18
Yoga Flow and Grow, 18 Zumba, 19
Zumba Gold, 19
AWESOME EXPERTS
SCOTT BALE is a Master Trainer with the National Academy of Sports Medicine. Scott specializes in corrective exercises that focus on finding the source of poor movement and stiffness and builds a personalized program to correct movement compensation. Scott is passionate about helping people of all fitness levels feel better and improve their performance. Corrective exercise has changed Scott’s life and he is confident that it can change yours.
FRANSISCO CARREO has been a firefighter and Paramedic since 2012. He is a certified CPR Instructor with the American Heart Association and Safety Services. During Fransisco’s career as a first responder, he has gained hands-on experience with a variety of emergencies, CPR, and First Aid. He desires to equip bystanders with the tools needed to perform CPR to help increase the chances of survival. Fransisco’s goal is to prepare individuals to help others when an emergency occurs. Awesome Expert for Wylie Recreation since April 2021.
STACI CLEMMER, USA Pickleball Ambassador for Murphy, Texas, is an International Pickleball Teaching Professional Association certified instructor. As an avid tennis player in her youth, Staci’s transition to Pickleball was organic and the sport quickly grasped her focus and attention. She is now “addicted to playing” and loves the sport. Staci enjoys sharing her passion for the game with fellow Pickleball players.
ANGELA DANIEL teaches Card Making. She has been working for the City of Wylie since 2010 and at the Community Park Center since 2016. Angela loves sharing her creativity and knowledge with those around her. She has a passion for taking ordinary items and transforming them into extraordinary keepsakes. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since September 2016.
ADASHEA “AJ” DUGAN has a passion for the arts. As the previous owner of a crafting business, art has always been a major part of AJ’s life. AJ fills her creative cup making wreaths, canvas painting, and specializing in creating custom coir doormats. She looks forward to inspiring creativity in others and sharing her love for crafting.
CASSIE DYSON has been a dancer since 1997. She has extensive studio training in ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, lyrical, and contemporary styles. Cassie also has 10 years of experience in drill team and pro-league dancing for NFL and ECHL teams. Since 2009, she has had the privilege of teaching teams and young dancers across the nation. Cassie is excited to bring her passion and love for dance to the next generation of artists and performers.
LAURA HUDDLESTON is an outstanding Personal Trainer. She is certified through the National Academy of Sports Medicine as a Personal Trainer, Nutrition Coach, Behavior Change Specialist, Corrective Exercise Specialist, and Performance Enhancement Specialist. She began training in 2003, and her areas of experience include metabolic resistance, heart rate, and body weight training as well as detoxification and nutrition training. Laura is passionate about helping people become the best versions of themselves. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since January 2013.
KATHARINE ISBELL is a registered 500-hour Yoga Teacher with Yoga Alliance and teaches Gentle Flow Yoga. She focuses on whole-body strengthening and stretching for lifelong sustainable activity. She desires to build stronger, healthier participants through well-balanced yoga sequences that are accessible to everyone who comes to the mat. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since February 2008.
LORI JAYNES teaches Basic Floral Design. She found her love of floral design while working in the catering industry. Lori continued to develop her knowledge and eye for arranging at home. She began working for the Community Park Center in 2016 and loves to share her passion for life with guests. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since October 2017.
GINA KATIN has been coaching volleyball since 2011. She plays competitive sand volleyball every week, but her true passion is teaching kids. Gina has coached all ages, from kindergarten through high school. Her classes focus on the rules, plays, and techniques of volleyball. Gina’s goal is to coach in such a way that kids become confident with handling the ball and acquire a love for the sport. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since September 2017.
LUPE KUHARSKY offers Wreath Making. Lupe is a former educator and administrator from Mesquite ISD and has been a participant in Senior Recreation since 2012. After retirement, she was inspired to start crafting by her sister, who makes beautiful jewelry, and a neighbor, who made wreaths. In addition to making wreaths, Lupe’s favorite crafts are sewing one-ofa-kind blue jean purses/bags and crossstitching. She loves seeing the excitement from the ladies as they finish their own individual wreaths. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since September 2016.
ERIN LAREW teaches Zumba at Wylie Recreation Center. Her passion for people, Zumba, and total body fitness led her to become an instructor in early 2009. Erin brings a positive, vivacious attitude to the classroom, and it is reflected in her dance style. She incorporates interval training to improve cardiovascular fitness through lively and interactive aerobic activity. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since April 2011.
DEBRA MEYER teaches Cakeology and Craft Corner. She has been part of the Senior Recreation team since 2019 and is excited to share her passion for cakes and crafts. Debra enjoys teaching how to make one-of-a-kind creations, whether they are to decorate the house or be the star of the dessert table. She loves sharing tips and tricks that she learned along the way. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since July 2020.
TRAN NGOC teaches Gardening at the Community Park Center. Tran began gardening as a way to relieve stress from work and it grew into a passion. She has spent the last 30 years learning about different plants, how to care for them, and experimenting with plant cutting to combine different plants into the same growth. Tran gets great enjoyment out of sharing her knowledge and hopes she can spark the same love for gardening in others.
PLAY-WELL originated in 1997. Their goal is to engage kids and get them excited about engineering, architecture, and physics concepts using LEGO. Play-Well’s mission is to help kids solve problems, provide an opportunity for creative expression, and develop teamwork skills through building elaborate objects and collaborating with their peers. Play-Well is dedicated to kids having fun and expressing themselves through the world of play. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since June 2017.
JONATHAN REGER has been the owner of R Music Studio in Sachse since 2008. He holds a wide variety of musical talents including playing and teaching guitar, bass guitar, ukulele, and banjo and he enjoys sharing his passion for string instruments with his students. His teaching goal is for students to leave their first lesson being able to play a song.
CHARLOTTE ROSE earned her E-RYT 500, RYT (Registered Yoga Teacher) certification in 2009 after a career in law enforcement and corporate security. She graduated with the determination to help others “undo” the damage of stress and aging and take what they learn in class and apply it in their daily lives. She intuitively adapts her classes to any student’s limitations. She is a committed lifetime learner who includes certifications as a nutritionist, trauma recovery/resilience, and life success coach as well as mindfulness training.
AMBER SMITH has been sewing since 1992. Her passion for fabrics, stitches, and embroidery began with her mother, who taught her the art of sewing and quilting. At the age of 11, Amber began selling her sewn items and handmade doll clothes. Amber strives to boost hand-eye coordination, selfconfidence, and creativity within her students. She has taught sewing and held private lessons since 2011. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since January 2013.
SOCCER SPARKS has been teaching soccer in the Dallas-Fort Worth area since 2009. Their focus is the physical development of children and the community as a whole. Their classes are designed to teach kids the proper skills and principles of the game while focusing on fun in a non-competitive environment. Soccer Sparks’ goal is for players to simply enjoy the sport while acquiring the necessary skill set without the pressure of outcomes. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since September 2018.
SOCCER STARS offers soccer classes at Wylie Recreation Center. Through a unique curriculum, Soccer Stars helps participants improve soccer skills in a fun, non-competitive, and educational environment. Their classes are designed to build self-confidence, encourage movement, and develop teamwork while creating a strong foundation for soccer play.
DAN THOMPSON holds a black belt in karate. He began training in martial arts in 1990, beginning with four years of tai chi and then moving on to karate. Dan wants to share his experience, knowledge, passion, and skills with his students. Dan believes karate is a lifelong activity and that there is always a new skill, technique, and move to learn. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since January 2019.
DRONE TOGETHER brings exhilarating and innovative learning by using one of the fastest-growing spaces in technology. Their goal is to spark a love of learning and technology through dronecentered STEM enrichment activities. Drone Together’s mastery-based curriculum, passionate teachers, and hands-on interactive flying experiences create a fun, exciting, and safe learning environment.
FRANCESCA VEGAS teaches Zumba Gold at Community Park Center. Francesca’s love of music and dance started at a young age in Venezuela. She began taking Brazilian line dancing classes in 1999 and has not stopped dancing since. Francesca has performed on stage for cultural events and became a certified Zumba instructor in 2023. She loves being able to use her passion for dance to help others become healthier by getting up and moving their feet.
HEATHER WARD is a registered E500 yoga trainer through the Yoga Alliance and is excited to be teaching Yoga at Wylie Recreation Center. She fell in love with the beauty of the practice, how the body moves during yoga, and the strength it brings. Heather believes that class should be fun and challenging and that everyone can develop their strength through injury-free poses and lifelong practice.
AMANDA WHEATON teaches Adult Ballet at Wylie Recreation Center. She began dancing at the age of three and has not stopped since. Amanda trained with the Milwaukee Ballet School and Boston Ballet School before attending college and graduating with a bachelor of science in kinesiology and dance. After college, she danced professionally with the South Carolina Contemporary Dance Company and Martha Graham II in NYC. Amanda is excited to bring her knowledge to Wylie and share her passion for dance with others.
LESLIE WILLIAMS is a health and fitness enthusiast. She obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Exercise and Sport Science and has been teaching Boot Camp classes since 2016. Her favorite aspect about the Boot Camp format is that it is a group activity that builds community and allows people to encourage each other and grow stronger together. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since November 2018.
ALISHA WILSON has led group painting since 2019. She is passionate about taking inspiration from her surroundings and painting organically. Alisha teaches her students how the world is a collection of shapes found in nature, simplifying a work of art into easy steps. She believes art is therapy and loves to teach others the joy of painting.
SENIOR RECREATION AT COMMUNITY PARK CENTER
800 Thomas - 100 | 972-516-6340 | Recreation@Wylietexas.gov
JOIN THE FUN!
Gather with friends and take part in games, exercise, and social outings. Programs focus on being active and engaging, with something for everyone. Take a trip, start a hobby, and get involved with fellow seniors.
STAY INFORMED
WELCOME
to the heart of Community Park. Enjoy updated ADA restrooms, a designated fitness area with slip-resistant flooring, expanded parking, and interior and exterior cosmetic upgrades.
SENIOR DROP IN
Drop In IDs are available at no charge for adults, ages 55 years plus, at the Community Park Center. Gain access to Drop In Play at the Community Park Center.
To see full list of activities at Community Park Center, view the current Monthly Calendar, Quarterly Newsletter, and Drop In Play schedule. This information is available for pickup in-person at the front desk, and can be found on the website: www.wylietexas.gov/facilities/forms_rules_and_faqs/
“ The best fellowship and smiling staff.”
— Vicki V.
EXERCISE COMMUNITY PARK CENTER GROUP
Participate in a fit and fun low-impact workout. This unique curriculum accommodates the needs of people who have trouble standing on the floor to exercise. The combination of resistance bands, arm weights, and chair exercises keep you engaged and feeling great. View Drop In Play, and quarterly newsletters for current schedule.
FITNESS AREA
Stay healthy and fit in a safe, clean, and accessible environment. Wylie Community Park Center offers your choice of three treadmills, four recumbent bikes, two Aviron rowers with lumbar support, an elliptical machine, Inflight Fitness Vanguard Multi Gym, stair stepper machine, exercise balls, leg press, and various hand weights to keep your exercise routine exciting. If an indoor workout is not for you take a stroll at Wylie’s Community Park located outside the Community Park Center.
WELCOME CENTER
AT BROWN HOUSE
TOURS E MUSEUM E GIFTS
The Thomas and Mattie Brown House welcomes visitors to Wylie and offers a rare glimpse into its history. Tour richly decorated rooms and view seasonal “Oh, Those Victorians!” exhibits that highlight innovation and culture of the 1800s and early 1900s. Explore the past with maps, books, and other materials, and find a unique selection of Victorian, train, and Wylie-themed items in the gift shop.
“ Fantastic ... Beautiful historic home. ”
— Cindy D.
Broadcast Hysteria: War of the Worlds and Fake News
On the evening of October 30 in 1938, a 23-year-old Orson Welles played a Halloween “trick” on the public. He directed a live radio broadcast based on the 1898 science fiction novel War of the Worlds, which read like a news broadcast. In the dramatization, a meteor fell in the farmlands of New Jersey, followed by the appearance of aliens and poison gas. Welles’ production was so effective that it caused a nationwide panic — especially when he reported the Martians were invading all over the country! This new exhibit looks at the media’s ability to influence the people who view and listen.
Houdini and the Spiritualists
Famed magician Harry Houdini (1874-1926) rose to fame during the late Victorian era. For many years, he was the highest-paid performer in American vaudeville theater. While most remember him as an escape artist, he was also a skilled illusionist who once made a full-grown elephant disappear from the stage.
Following his mother’s death in the early 1920s, Houdini consulted mediums and psychics, hoping to contact his mother’s spirit. When all efforts failed, he spent the rest of his life debunking fake spiritualists, going so far as to lobby Congress to ban fortunetelling in the nation’s capital.
The Victorian Origins of Christmas Traditions
Mourning Customs Across Cultures
The Victorians’ preoccupation with death, seances, and spirits stemmed from several sources: Queen Victoria’s decades-long mourning for her husband, Prince Albert; the devastating effects of the American Civil War; and advances in communication technology that made the prospect of contacting departed spirits seem more plausible. This exhibit contrasts the Victorians’ often morbid ways of addressing death with the celebrations and traditions of Dia de los Muertos, which has been celebrated in Latin cultures for more than three thousand years.
When did Christmas trees first become popular? What’s the deal with mistletoe and hanging up stockings? What does Santa Claus really look like? Many of our Christmas traditions were made popular by the Victorians — of course! Visit the Brown House and learn more about these traditions, take a peek inside Santa’s workshop, and see our display of themed Christmas trees. Last year there were nine! We’ll bring back many of last year’s favorites, with some new ones that are sure to get you in the holiday spirit.
Above: Drawing made in 1888 by Warwick Goble to illustrate The war of the worlds by H.G. Wells.
Above: Harry Houdini with his mother and his wife, c 1907. Used courtesy of the Library of Congress.
WYLIE PARKS
648 ACRES of PARKLAND and OPEN SPACE
In these parks, you’ll find 19 miles of trails, 23 playgrounds, 12 pavilions available for reservation, soccer and baseball and football fields, a nine-hole disc golf course, a cricket pitch, and much more.
COMMUNITY PARK PLAYGROUND
800 THOMAS STREET
The playground at Community Park received significant upgrades in July 2024 including a smooth, accessible surface and added play features. This revamped playground features a 13-foot high climbing net, a structure for 5 to 12-year-olds with two slides, seven climbers, and a 26-foot built-in shade canopy. Nearby is a merry-go-round built to hold up to 10 youngsters at a time and a rocker. A playground structure for 2 to 5-year-olds with slides and several climbers with a large built-in shade canopy. Swing sets feature swings for older kids and younger toddlers, plus a very special swing that holds a toddler and a parent at the same time! Conveniently located between the new pickleball courts, basketball courts, pavilion, and the future splash pad, this playground has everything your family needs for a fun-filled day out.
PIRATE COVE PLAYGROUND
851 HENSLEY LANE
Over the next few years, the Parks and Recreation Department plans to continue implementation of the 2012 Trails Master Plan, which will increase the miles of trail in Wylie to better connect you with your community. Take an interactive tour of the Master Plan and browse a park inventory at www.wylietexas.gov/parks/master_plans www.WylieTexas.gov/Parks
The new Pirate Cove Playground at Founders Park is a vibrant and engaging play area designed to delight children of all abilities. The playground features a smooth poured-in-place surface, artfully colored to resemble ocean water and sandy beaches, creating an immersive and visually appealing environment. The main attraction is a pirate ship-themed structure, perfect for imaginative adventures on the high seas. Additionally, the playground includes a wheelchairaccessible whirl (merry-go-round), ensuring every child can enjoy the fun. The thoughtful design and inclusive features have earned the Pirate Cove Playground a “playground for all” all-inclusive certification through a third-party review by Let Kids Play, an accessibility consulting firm.
RENTALS
WYLIE RECREATION CENTER
GYM
Basketball, volleyball, pickleball, and other games
CLIMBING WALL
Small groups or party add-on
(Note: Parties of 11+ guests must also reserve a room.)
CLASSROOM
Small parties or meetings
MEETING ROOM AND KITCHEN
Large parties or meetings
COMMUNITY PARK CENTER
DINING ROOM AND KITCHEN
Large parties or meetings
RENTAL RATES
For current rates, scan code or visit: www.wylietexas.gov/rentals/plan_your_event
PAVILIONS
Perfect picnic and outdoor party spots
Covered pavilions with lights, electrical outlets, BBQ grills, tables, and benches are available at Olde City Park and Community Park. First-come first-served basis at Eureka, Founders, Friendship, Grayhawk, Joel Scott Memorial, Kreymer Estates, Lewis Ranch, Pheasant Creek, Pleasant Valley, Riverway, Valentine, and Woodbridge Parks.
For more information, please contact Wylie Parks & Recreation Administration, Parks@WylieTexas.gov or 972-516-6340.
GROUP DAY PASSES available as an add-on. Provides access to public Open Play at the Climbing Wall and in the Gym. Call for rates.
Pavilion Rentals and Athletic Field Reservations available online: apm.activecommunities.com/wylie
Above: Olde City Park Pavilion in downtown Wylie.
LOCATE&CONNECT
CENTERS
Wylie Recreation Center
300 Country Club Road – 200
Located center of Wylie Municipal Complex 972-516-6340
Recreation@WylieTexas.gov
PUBLIC HOURS
Monday – Thursday 5 am – 9 pm
Friday 5 am – 5 pm
Saturday 8 am – 8 pm
Sunday 1 pm – 5 pm
Community Park Center
800 Thomas Street – 100 Located in Community Park 972-516-6340
Recreation@WylieTexas.gov
PUBLIC HOURS
Monday – Friday 8 am – 4 pm
Welcome Center at Brown House
301 North Ballard Avenue
Historical Downtown Wylie 972-516-6340
Recreation@WylieTexas.gov
PUBLIC HOURS
April through October:
Tuesday – Saturday 10 am – 6 pm
November through March: Tuesday – Saturday 11 am – 5 pm
ADMINISTRATION
Parks and Recreation Administration
300 Country Club Road – 100 972-516-6340
Recreation@WylieTexas.gov
Parks@WylieTexas.gov
PUBLIC HOURS
Monday – Friday 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
Parks and Athletic Maintenance 949 Hensley Lane – 200 972-516-6340
To access Activity Registration, Withdraw and Refund Information, Enhancement Requests, Rec Pass Registration Terms of Use, Qualifications for Residency, and Rental Terms and Condition, visit our website. www.WylieTexas.gov/Facilities > Forms, Rules & FAQs QUESTIONS? Recreation@WylieTexas.gov
PARK AND REC BOARD
Meets the second Monday of each month. Information available at www.WylieTexas.gov
SPORTS LEAGUES
Independently managed sports leagues are not coordinated by the City of Wylie. Contact available at www.WylieTexas.gov
INCLUSION: The City of Wylie encourages people of all abilities to participate in recreation activities together and to register for activities that are of interest to them. We strive to promote activities that provide a positive, independent recreation experience for everyone. Reasonable accommodations are provided based on the individual needs and abilities of each participant who has a disability. To make a request for accommodation, please contact the facility supervisor where the activity is coordinated prior to registration.
