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TRIPS
Chow Critics Foodies unite. Join your fellow food lovers and expand your palate by trying all the best restaurants around town. Enjoy anything from down home to uptown cuisine, and top it off with a sweet treat. Bring money for lunch and dessert.
Ages: 55 Yrs +
Starwood Cafe Th 4/2 11 AM – 2 PM No Charge 10679 Community BBQ Th 5/7 11 AM – 2 PM No Charge 10680 Scotty P’s Th 6/4 11 AM – 2 PM No Charge 10681
Audie Murphy Museum Take a trip to Hunt County and discover the rich and fascinating history of the American cotton industry along with memorabilia of local war hero and movie star Audie Murphy. Learn about the heyday of the cotton fields, tour the Ende-Gillard House Museum furnished with cotton artifacts from the 1800s, and military artifacts from the battlefields of the 20th century. Bring money for lunch.
Ages: 55 Yrs +
Th 5/14 10:30 AM – 3:30 PM $19 10682
Heard Natural Science Museum Become one with nature. Discover local animal habitats, conservation and preservation measures, and appreciate nature through education during a docent led tour. Visit the resident lemurs, owls, snakes, and turtles throughout the Wildlife Sanctuary, and get moving with friends on the Heard nature trails.
Ages: 55 Yrs +
Th 4/9 10:45 AM – 3 PM $25 10683
Military Heritage Collection Hands-on history. Discover military artifacts from the 1800s to present day at the Military Heritage Collection of North Texas. Interact with the exhibits, ride and drive military vehicles, and learn to operate historic small arms during a docent lead tour. Take in the collection of monster military trucks and armored vehicles, and observe rare photographs and artwork.
Ages: 55 Yrs +
Th 4/23 9:30 AM – 2 PM $9 10684
Red Head Barrels As smooth as Tennessee whiskey. Visit a fully operational whiskey factory in Wylie. Listen to a guided discussion on the process of producing whiskey and bourbon, and learn how the wood is prepped for handmade oak barrels. Taste a selection of whiskeys and bourbons, and take home a souvenir shot glass.
Ages: 55 Yrs +
Th 4/16 11:15 AM – 2:45 PM $25 10685
QUESTIONS?
Contact Wylie Senior Rec Center staff by email or phone. Recreation@WylieTexas.gov 972-516-6340
Grapevine Vintage Railroad All aboard! Travel along the historic Cotton Belt Route between Grapevine and the Fort Worth Stockyards. Enjoy riding in authentic 1920s and 1930s Victorian-style coaches, socialize with friends, and delight in countryside views from the train.
Ages: 55 Yrs +
Sa 5/23 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM $29 10686
U.S. Bureau of Engraving Money talks! Two floors of interactive exhibits and displays showcase the history of currency in the United States. Take a self-guided tour from an enclosed walkway over the production floor and observe the intricate art of printing money. Bring money for lunch.
Ages: 55 Yrs +
Th 6/18 9 AM – 3:30 PM $19 10687
Art Centre of Plano Be inspired. Travel to the Art Center of Plano located in the historic Saigling House to expand your knowledge of art and socialize with fiends. The stateof-the-art gallery space houses local artist exhibits, and supports and promotes art and arts education in the community.
Ages: 55 Yrs +
Th 6/11 9:45 AM – 1:45 PM $15 10688
Tanger Outlet Mall Bargain shop ‘til you drop. Spend the afternoon at over 30 name-brand discount stores, stroll the outdoor mall, and chat with friends. Stop by Shopper Services and pick up your Little Red Book of Big Savings, and shop for the best deal.
Ages: 55 Yrs +
Th 4/30 10 AM – 4:30 PM $15 10689
Collin County History Museum Honor the past, connect with the present, and embrace the future. Step back in time to the historic 1911 Post Office building and discover artifacts, photographs, land records, and more from Collin County. Experience the exhibit “McKinney Then and Now” with an augmented reality feature that allows live comparisons of early McKinney to present day. Take a self-guided tour, then explore, shop, and eat in McKinney’s historic downtown square.
Ages: 55 Yrs +
Th 5/28 10 AM – 4 PM $9 10690
Blase Family Farm The bluer the berry, the sweeter the juice. Travel to Blase Family Farm for an afternoon of fresh air, friends, and blueberries. Pick your own basket among the 13,000 blueberry bushes, and enjoy a nature walk featuring a root cellar, and cistern.
Ages: 55 Yrs +
Sa 6/27 9:45 AM – 1:30 PM $9 10691
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.
ACTIVITY INDEX
BY LOCATION
WYLIE RECREATION CENTER Adventures in Art, 6 Archery, 20 Artosaurus Dinosaurs, 10 Ballet and Tap Combo, 14 Baseball Fundamentals, 5 Basketball Champions, 10 Battle Bots, 10 Boot Camp, 13 Cooking Craze, 17 Creative Cooking, 7 Creative Writing, 7 Dodgeball and Agility Games, 4 Drawing Workshop, 8 Drumming, 19 Forensic Investigators, 5 Friday Workshop, 8 Frozen Dance, 7 Game Design Versus, 15 Gentle Flow Yoga, 13 Invention Convention, 11 Jedi Master LEGO Engineering, 9 Karate, 20 Kickboxing, 13 Kickin’ Karate, 10 Kid News Channel, 5 LEGO Animation, 15 LEGO Olympic Robotics, 5 LEGO Robotics, 6 LEGO Robotics Mindstorm, 6 Minecraft Arctic Realm, 15 Minecraft Societies, 6 Mini Jedi LEGO Engineering, 9 Mom and Tot, 14 Music Makers, 15 Music of the World, 11 Ninja Escape, 6 Organizing 101, 16 Piano, 15 Popsicle Zumba, 3 Roblox Game Design, 11 Roller Coaster Science, 10 Rookies Performance, 10 Rookies T-Ball, 8 Screenplay Writing, 4 Sewing, 17 Sewing Workshop, 16 So You Wanna Dance, 10 Soccer Shots, 20 Soccer Sparks, 21 Splash Dash, 9 Summertime Sewing, 7 Tennis, 21 Total Sports, 4 Tutus and Tap, 14 Urban Adventures, 9 Volleyball, 21 Volleyball Fanatic, 4 Wonderful World of Wizardry, 6 Yoga, 13 Young Entrepreneur, 8 Zumba, 13
SENIOR RECREATION CENTER Art Centre of Plano, 23 Audie Murphy Museum, 22 Balance and Strength, 13 Basic Floral Design, 16 Blase Family Farm, 23 Card Making, 16 Celebration Luncheon, 3 Chair Yoga, 12 Chow Critics, 22 Collin County History Museum, 23 Craft Corner, 18 Creative Confections, 19 Dinner Double Feature, 3 Facts and Snacks, 3 Gardening, 18 Golden Tai Chi, 12 Good Yarns, 19 Grapevine Vintage Railroad, 23 Heard Natural Science Museum, 22 Military Heritage Collection, 22 Model Masters, 18 Pancake Breakfast, 3 Red Head Barrels, 22 Rock On, 18 Scrap It!, 17 Sock Hop Senior Prom, 3 Tai Chi, 12 Tanger Outlet Mall, 23 The Reelers, 3 Third Monday Book Bunch, 18 U.S. Bureau of Engraving, 23 Wellness Tai Chi, 12 Wreath Making, 19 Zumba Gold, 13
BY AGE GROUP
KIDS Adventures in Art, 6 Archery, 20 Artosaurus Dinosaurs, 10 Ballet and Tap Combo, 14 Baseball Fundamentals, 5 Basketball Champions, 10 Battle Bots, 10 Cooking Craze, 17 Creative Cooking, 7 Creative Writing, 7 Dodgeball and Agility Games, 4 Drawing Workshop, 8 Drumming, 19 Forensic Investigators, 5 Friday Workshop, 8 Frozen Dance, 7 Game Design Versus, 15 Invention Convention, 11 Jedi Master LEGO Engineering, 9 Karate, 20 Kickin’ Karate, 10 Kid News Channel, 5 LEGO Animation, 15 LEGO Olympic Robotics, 5 LEGO Robotics, 6 LEGO Robotics Mindstorm, 6 Minecraft Arctic Realm, 15 Minecraft Societies, 6 Mini Jedi LEGO Engineering, 9 Mom and Tot, 14 Music Makers, 15 Music of the World, 11 Ninja Escape, 6 Piano, 16 Popsicle Zumba, 3 Roblox Game Design, 11 Roller Coaster Science, 10 Rookies Performance, 10 Rookies T-Ball, 8 Screenplay Writing, 4 Sewing, 17 Sewing Workshop, 16 So You Wanna Dance, 10 Soccer Shots, 20 Soccer Sparks, 21 Splash Dash, 9 Summertime Sewing, 7 Tennis, 21 Total Sports, 4 Tutus and Tap, 14 Urban Adventures, 9 Volleyball, 21 Volleyball Fanatic, 4 Wonderful World of Wizardry, 6 Young Entrepreneur, 8
TEENS Adventures in Art, 6 Archery, 20 Basketball Champions, 10 Boot Camp, 13 Cooking Craze, 17 Creative Cooking, 7 Creative Writing, 7 Forensic Investigators, 5 Friday Workshop, 8 Game Design Versus, 15 Gentle Flow Yoga, 13 Karate, 20 Kickboxing, 13 Kickin’ Karate, 10 LEGO Olympic Robotics, 5 Minecraft Arctic Realm, 15 Popsicle Zumba, 3 Roblox Game Design, 11 Screenplay Writing, 4 Sewing, 17 Sewing Workshop, 16 Summertime Sewing, 7 Tennis, 21 Volleyball, 21 Yoga, 13 Zumba, 13
ADULTS Boot Camp, 13 Gentle Flow Yoga, 13 Kickboxing, 13 Organizing 101, 16 Popsicle Zumba, 3 Tai Chi, 13 Zumba, 13
ADULTS 55 YRS + Basic Floral Design, 16 Art Centre of Plano, 23 Audie Murphy Museum, 22 Balance and Strength, 13 Blase Family Farm, 23 Boot Camp, 13 Card Making, 16 Celebration Luncheon, 3 Chair Yoga, 12 Chow Critics, 22 Collin County History Museum, 23 Craft Corner, 18 Creative Confections, 19 Dinner Double Feature, 3 Facts and Snacks, 3 Gardening, 18 Gentle Flow Yoga, 13 Golden Tai Chi, 12 Good Yarns, 19 Grapevine Vintage Railroad, 23
Heard Natural Science Museum, 22 Kickboxing, 13 Military Heritage Collection, 22 Model Masters, 18 Organizing 101, 16 Pancake Breakfast, 3 Popsicle Zumba, 3 Red Head Barrels, 22 Rock On, 18 Scrap It!, 17 Sock Hop Senior Prom, 3 Tai Chi, 12 Tanger Outlet Mall, 23 The Reelers, 3 Third Monday Book Bunch, 18 U.S. Bureau of Engraving, 23 Wellness Tai Chi, 12 Wreath Making, 19 Yoga, 13 Zumba, 13 Zumba Gold, 13
AWESOME EXPERTS
8BIT EDUCATION offers a variety of digital media classes ranging from game design to cinematography. Adrian R. Sanchez, owner of 8Bit Education, is an ITT Graduate with Honors in the area of media technologies. He has been teaching throughout the Dallas Metropolitan area and has been working with Dallas International since 2011. His goal is to prepare students for the evergrowing IT markets. Adrian creates fun, interactive, and educational courses, which can be viewed on Facebook @8BitEducation and on Twitter @8BitEdu. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since June 2013.
ABRAKADOODLE® strives to provide a dynamic learning environment that actively sparks children’s imagination. Strategically designed lesson plans are based upon popular children’s books and are aimed to build cognitive, fine motor, and language skills. Kids are encouraged to explore their originality through process art and build confidence in their own creativity. Abrakadoodle provides adventure into art education and helps develop an appreciation of art.
ANDERSON PERFORMING ARTS is owned and operated by Kristine Anderson. Mrs. Kristine was born and raised in Orange County, California, where she began her dancing journey at the tender age of 3. She continued dancing and competing with local dance studios throughout her childhood. In 2007, Mrs. Kristine began teaching classes. Her vision is to share her love and passion of dance, cheer, music, and theater with children. She hopes to inspire her students and create performers of tomorrow. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since June 2017.
ALEXIS ARMSTRONG offers craft instruction. She has been working for the Senior Recreation Center since 2017. Alexis has always enjoyed crafting with family and friends. She has helped with the holiday craft projects and decorating for parties and luncheons, and has even taken on the role of bingo caller since becoming a member of the team. Alexis enjoys helping others expand their creative expression and have fun. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since January 2018.
ANGELA BATISTE has been teaching fitness classes since 2005. She began as a martial arts enthusiast and quickly expanded her realm of knowledge to Kick Boxing, group fitness, and personal training. Wellness of the entire body is a personal passion, and Angela holds a certificate in nutrition. Since 2005, Angela has been teaching in the corporate world, in churches, and in studios. She is very excited to bring her fascination with fitness to the Recreation Center.
CARYL BOOKER has been sharing her passion for music with children since 2004. She learned to play piano as a child from her mother who was the church pianist. Caryl loves to see her students conquer new songs that boost their confidence. She strives to make a positive impact in children’s lives through the gift of music.
PATTI BRADLEY is a 200-Hour Yoga Alliance-certified instructor with additional training from CorePower Yoga, YogaFit, and the Cooper Institute for Aerobics Research. Patti mixes several types of yoga into her teaching style, including Vinyasa, Power, and Hatha, paying special attention to transitions, alignment, safety, and fun. She loves that participants of all ages and mobility levels can enjoy the exploration and practice of yoga. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since October 2012.
TRIAUNA CAREY enjoys sharing her passion for sports and academics with the youth. Since 2009, she has been running basketball camps, officiating games, and coaching in competitive youth leagues. Triauna also values working with students in courses such as English Literature, Creative Writing, and Rhetoric and Composition. She has been actively teaching Creative Writing since 2014. Triauna’s goal is for the youth to explore, imagine, have fun, and create.
CHALLENGE ISLAND is owned by Janet Epstein. Janet is passionate about fostering a love of learning in children. She spent 23 years in primary public education as a teacher and an administrator. In 2015, she took on a new venture. Her love of science, math, and engineering led her to Challenge Island. It is her hope that all children will discover new capabilities and come away with a desire to learn more about all things related to STEAM.
CHEFSVILLE® has been owned by Scott Horwitz, executive director, since May 2006. His program empowers kids to make healthier food choices by providing opportunities to experiment with various flavors and food groups while learning about nutrition. Scott brings his years of chef experience to the classroom to give youngsters the opportunity to play with food because food should be fun! Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since September 2015.
JARED CHONTOS has been playing the drums since 2004. His passion for percussion led him to earn his Bachelor of Arts in Commercial Music from Trevecca Nazarene University. After graduation, he quickly began teaching private and group drum lessons. He currently serves as the Head of the Music Department and Drum Line Instructor for Lucas Christian Academy. Jared loves to see children get excited and enthusiastic about drumming.
ANGELA DANIEL teaches Creative Confections and Card Making. She has been working for the City of Wylie since 2010 and at the Senior Recreation Center since 2016. Angela loves sharing her creativity and recipes with those around her. She has many great memories of cooking and baking with her grandmother, mother, and children. Her favorite quote is, “The fondest memories happen while gathered around the table.” Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since September 2016.
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BEE EGAN is a certified USA Level 1 Archery Instructor. Bee began participating in the sport recreationally in 2013. She gained her love of archery through her family who taught her about the sport. Bee enjoys shooting with her family and participating in friendly competitions. Bee’s objective is to share her passion for archery with others.
SANDY ELKINS offers fine art painting classes. She started painting as a hobby in 2005. In 2011, she became a Robert Garden Certified Instructor. Her lessons include using oil paint, acrylic paint, watercolors, oil pastels, and charcoal. She teaches several techniques using the different mediums, through monthly classes and camps. She teaches perspective, color theory, and timesaving brush strokes, so students may develop a greater understanding of the visual world. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since July 2012.
ENGINEERING FOR KIDS® brings math, science, technology, and engineering to children in a fun and challenging way. They encourage children to have fun while using their knowledge of engineering and science to design, create, and improve solutions to engineering problems. Programs are designed to meet national standards in STEM education from science, technology, engineering, and mathematicsaffiliated associations. Engineering for Kids® engages students in hands-on, real-world engineering experiences. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since June 2014.
FUGITIVE FITNESS is owned and operated by Chad Deaver. After receiving his degree from University of Texas at Dallas, Chad discovered the fascinating world of parkour while searching for an outlet from his nine-to-five routine. Now he holds certifications from Cooper Institute, World Parkour, Freerunning Federation. His goal is to share his passion and love for parkour with the youth.
KATHARINE ISBELL, a Registered Yoga Teacher with Yoga Alliance, has completed over 500 hours of yoga training and has been teaching in the Wylie area since 2008. Her specialty is Gentle Flow Yoga in which poses and flows, chosen to suit the student’s abilities, are sequenced into a coherent practice. Her desire is to build stronger, healthier participants by sequentially relaxing different areas of the body while strengthening others. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since February 2008.
LORI JAYNES teaches Zumba Fitness. She considers herself a late bloomer in the exercise world, but believes it is never too late to begin a healthy lifestyle. Lori began working for the Senior Recreation Center in 2016, and received her Zumba Basic certification in 2017, and Zumba Gold certification in 2018 in order to share her passion for dance and music with seniors. Lori’s goal is to get you moving and show that exercise should be about having fun. 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 all the way 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.
MATT KRUSE leads Model Masters and Texas Hold ‘Em instruction. Since joining the Senior Recreation Center staff in 2013, he has become the goto handyman and card dealer. Matt is an experienced woodcrafter who can build anything from cabinetry to decorative figurines. Matt perfected his woodworking and whittling skills while growing up on the family farm. He loves to teach others the trade. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since June 2014.
LUPE KUHARSKY offers wreath making. Lupe is a former educator and administrator from Mesquite ISD and has been a participant of the Senior Recreation Center since 2012. After retirement, she was inspired to start crafting by her sister, who makes beautiful jewelry, and neighbor, who made wreaths. In addition to making wreaths, Lupe’s favorite crafts are sewing one-of-a kind blue jean purses/ bags and cross stitching. 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 has a passion for both people and Zumba that led to her becoming an instructor in early 2009. Erin brings a positive, vivacious attitude to the classroom, and it is reflected in her dance style. Classes are lively and interactive. Erin has participated in several major Wylie Recreation Center events, including Club Sweat. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since April 2011.
PAM LITTLE leads the Rock On class at Wylie Senior Recreation Center. She has been part of the Senior Recreation Center team since 2016 and strongly believes in expressing yourself through art. Her love for crafting began when she was a Brownie in Girl Scouts and has grown into a full-time hobby in her adult life. Pam is a patient leader and enjoys engaging with her students in new crafting projects. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since October 2017.
KATE PHILIPPI teaches Basic Floral Design and Gardening. She has been an active participant of the Senior Recreation Center since 2014. Kate started in the floral industry in 1973. She studied floral design and earned her Florist Transworld Delivery master design certification. She has owned four flower shops in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and taught floral design at the Tulsa Technology Center for 12 years. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since June 2016.
PLAY-WELL originated in 1997 when Tim Bowen had the idea to get kids engaged and excited about the concepts of engineering, architecture, and physics 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.
SHIRLEY POULAN leads Scrap It! After retiring from air conditioning contracting, Shirley found herself with a creative mind and a lot of free time. She began scrap booking to created unique and meaningful gifts for each of her grandchildren to own when they graduate from high school. Now, Shirley is excited to share her skills with others and help them turn their memories into precious works of art.
JAMES RANDELL has been practicing Tibetan, Wu, Wu (Hao), and Yang tai chi since 1990. He began his student teaching in 1998 under the direction of his teacher and mentor Dr. Robert Carpenter in New Mexico. After four years of training, James was awarded a black belt and the title of “Sifu” (teacher) in Yang style tai chi in 2000. He has taught at the YMCA in Dallas and Plano, as well as private and semi-private classes. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since April 2011.
STEVE SCHKADE has been teaching Tennis since 1980 and is a Unites States Professional Tennis Association certified coach. He coached for 14 years at Frisco ISD and 13 years at Allen ISD, building both of the tennis programs into consistent top 10 programs in the state of Texas. Coach Schkade was named Dallas Morning News All Area Coach of the Year in 2008. He has also been named Coach of the Year at the 3-A, 4-A, and 5-A levels.
SCIENCE MATTERS has been offering high-quality STEM enrichment programs since 1999. Their handson, inquiry-based curriculum sparks imagination and fires up creativity. Science Matters introduces young scientists to chemistry, physics, biology, and more. They bring science to life through daily projects and activities. Science Matters’ goal is to ensure that every child has meaningful hands-on STEM experiences.
DONNA SHIRLEY from the Smith Public Library heads up the Third Monday Book Bunch. She has been with the library since 2003. Donna earned her Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies at Oklahoma Christian University and received a Master of Library Science from The University of Oklahoma. While she enjoys reading nonfiction and many other genres, she is especially fond of British mysteries and horror. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since November 2015.
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, self-confidence, and creativity within her students. She has taught sewing and held private lessons since 2011. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since January 2013.
SOCCER SHOTS is a leader in youth soccer development for children ages 2 through 8. This nationally recognized program offers a high-energy, ageappropriate introduction to the game of soccer. The innovative curriculum utilizes creativity, games, and imagination to teach both soccer skills and character development. The goal of Soccer Shots is simple: to leave a lasting, positive impact on every child served. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since October 2011.
SOCCER SPARKS has been teaching soccer skills 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 sound principles of the game while focusing on fun in a non-competitive environment. This allows youth soccer players the opportunity to simply enjoy the sport while acquiring the necessary skill set and passion for the game without the pressure of outcomes.
MICHELLE STONE teaches Good Yarns. Michelle has been working at the Senior Recreation Center since 2015. She has been crocheting since she was a teenager and continues to learn new stitches to bring to her students. Michelle enjoys sharing what she has learned with others and loves seeing the joy on students’ faces when they understand a concept or master a new skill. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since June 2016.
SUCCESSFUL STUDENTS AND ATHLETES (SSA) is geared toward preparing children for their future while having fun. SSA strives to enhance confidence, leadership, and communication skills within their students. SSA emphases the importance of physical and mental health. Children experience boosted self-esteem, the ability to focus and be more alert, reduced stress levels, improved teamwork skills, and enhanced positivity. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since June 2013.
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.
YEE HSUN U holds a fifth degree black belt in Ryubukai Okinawan Karate-Do and a first degree black belt in Kojosho Karate. Since 1967, Yee Hsun has practiced various forms of martial arts including Karate-Do, Taekwondo and Bukijutsu (Kobudo), Judo, Wing Chun Kungfu, and Arnis. Yee Hsun has been an assistant instructor to sensei Nakaya of the Okinawan Karate-Do classes since 2004 and the head instructor at the City of Mesquite Florence Community Center since 2008. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since April 2011.
JEN WHETTEN has been organizing since 2009 and as a professional organizer since 2017. She holds a B.S. in Organizational Communication and specializes in home and paper tidiness. Jen’s passion is to help people regain control of their spaces and reduce their clutter. She loves to see the transformation in her client’s lives as they become more confident in their journey to organization.
LESLIE WILLIAMS is a health and fitness enthusiast. She obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Exercise and Sport Science and was a springboard diving coach for five years. Leslie has been teaching Boot Camp classes since 2016. One of her favorite aspects about the Boot Camp format is that it is a group activity. This builds community and allows people to encourage each other and grow stronger together.
YOUNG REMBRANDTS® teaches basic to advanced drawing skills, art techniques, and vocabulary. Using a step-by-step method, every student is a creative success. Since 1997, Young Rembrandts has used technical drawing skills to break down complex objects into familiar shapes and increase student creativity, helping students to turn their drawings into astonishing masterpieces. Young Rembrandts® unique method also improves fine motor skills, patience, focus, and the ability to stay on task. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since February 2012.
WYLIE RECREATION CENTER
REC PASS
Get exclusive activity registration discounts open only to Rec Pass holders at Wylie Recreation Center. Gain access to Open Play areas and equipment including Open Gym and Open Climb. Ages 12 years plus may also access the Fitness Area equipment and the Indoor Track (access for ages 12 - 15 years with adult age 18 years or older).
No-charge childcare is available to parent or legal guardian users who have a valid Annual Adult, Annual Senior, or Annual Family Rec Pass.
Open Play schedules for the climbing wall and gym are available online at www.WylieTexas.gov.
Auto Renew Available for ONE MONTH Rec Passes with valid credit card. Please review Rec Pass Terms of Use, Policies and Guidelines prior to purchase, page 40.
Family Pass 2 – 6 Household Family Members ANNUAL $405 Wylie Resident: $325 ONE MONTH $50 Wylie Resident: $40
Adult Age 55+
Kid Ages 7 – 17
Adult Age 18+
One-Day Pass Adult $8 Adults age 55+ $5 Kids $5 Replacement: $5 per ID Card
OPEN PLAY SCHEDULES
AREA FITNESS WYLIE REC CENTER
Kick-start your healthy lifestyle, maintain a healthy weight, or train for an athletic event.
Clean, friendly, and close to home, Wylie Recreation Center offers a range of options to meet your fitness needs. Keep your workout fresh and choose from 40 cardio machines, including treadmills and the flexible and highly adjustable Adaptive Motion Trainers (AMT). Ellipticals, recumbent bikes, stair climbers, and rowing machines are also available.
Treadmill not your thing? Walk, jog, or run the 3-lane 1/10th mile walking track. Strength train every muscle group on 23 easy-to-use weight machines. Take advantage of the plate-loaded machines, resistance bands, stability balls, and medicine balls for your advanced workouts.
YOUR WORKOUT YOUR GOALS
Set and track your goals at Wylie Rec Center. Log into the Preva-enabled treadmills and trainers to track your progress, and set fitness goals. Keep your training focused and handy with the mobile app. Watch your favorite shows and surf the web from the machine’s easy to use touchscreen. Our friendly staff are available to help get you started.
WYLIE RECREATION CENTER
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. 60-minute sessions.
2-on-1 Training One Session $80 / 2 people 10 Session Package $750 / 2 people
Questions? Recreation@WylieTexas.gov 972-516-6340
CHILDCARE Available for children ages 6 months – 6 years
Childcare Areas are available as a benefit to adults participating in Open Play and registered activities. 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 user who has a valid Annual Adult, Annual Senior, or Annual Family 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 and Guidelines – Print and complete the Annual Childcare Participation Waiver
Monday – Thursday 7 am – 12:30 pm 4 pm – 9 pm
Friday 7 am – 12:30 pm 4:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Saturday 8 am – 1 pm
Per Visit $4
10-Visit Punch Card $20 Rec Pass Holders $30 Non-Rec Pass Holders
My husband handled check in. May I pick up my kids?
The person who drops the child off must come in to pick up the child. We release only to the person who checks them in.
I want to bring my grandkid and neighbor. Is that ok?
Sure thing! As long as the child’s parent/legal guardian has signed the waiver and listed you as an Authorized Pick-up/Drop-off person. As for fees, you may choose either the Per Visit fee option or one of the Punch Card options.
May I purchase a Punch Card and Rec Day Pass in the Childcare area?
Registrations, purchases, and financial transactions are conducted at the front desk. Any required fees for use of childcare are due prior to admittance at the front desk.
Can you feed my toddler or change my baby’s diaper?
Bring the kids fed and in a clean diaper or potty trained so you may maximize your workout time. For safety, food, drink, and gum are prohibited. Water in a spill-proof plastic cup is ok. We will come get you for your child’s diapering or toileting needs.
Who is staffed?
Childcare is supervised at a staff to child ratio of 1:6. The maximum number of children permitted in Childcare at one time is 18. Staff may use discretion to lower that number based on the age and needs of participants.
YOU PLAY. WE’LL WATCH THE KIDS!
SENIOR RECREATION CENTER
Senior Rec Center ID
Senior Rec Center IDs are available at no charge for adults, ages 55 years plus, at the Senior Recreation Center. Gain access to Open Play activities and the Fitness Area at Wylie Senior Recreation Center.
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.
OPEN PLAY SCHEDULES
EXERCISE SENIOR REC CENTER GROUP
Participate in a fit and fun lowimpact 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 Open Play, and monthly newsletters for current schedule.
FITNESS AREA
Stay healthy and fit in a safe, clean and accessible environment. Wylie Senior Recreation Center offers your choice of two treadmills, two recumbent bikes, an elliptical machine, Inflight Fitness Vanguard Multi Gym, stair stepper machine, exercise balls, and various hand weights to keep your exercise routine exciting. Watch your local news or favorite shows on the fitness TV while you work out. Pick up literature featuring nutritional guidelines and healthy living tips. If an indoor workout is not for you take a stroll at Wylie’s Community Park located outside the Senior Recreation Center.
Questions? Recreation@WylieTexas.gov 972-516-6340
TRAILS MAPS FAQS
www.WylieTexas.gov/Parks
700+ Acres of Parkland and Open Space
In those parks, you’ll find over 16 miles of trails, 18 playgrounds, and 11 pavilions available for reservation, soccer fields, baseball fields, football fields, a ninehole disc golf course, a cricket pitch, and much more. 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.
BIRMINGHAM FARMS PARK 725 ODENVILLE DRIVE
A scenic ½ mile concrete trail connects the park’s main area to Sanden Boulevard just north of Brown Street. A modular play structure in the playground provides recreation opportunities for children, and parents can enjoy the outdoors on the nearby benches.
RIVERWAY PARK 1200 RIVERWAY LANE
Located in the Sage Creek neighborhood of Wylie, the park was named by students at Groves Elementary School. The park boasts a playground, shelter pavilion, picnic tables and charcoal grills. The Parks and Recreation Division also maintains a concrete trail of approximately ½ kilometer in length leading south from the Park. Riverway Park is a popular destination for picnics and playdates.
For information about Wylie athletic field and park locations, amenities, trails, master plan, and reservations, visit www.WylieTexas.gov/Parks.
PHEASANT CREEK PARK 2700 LAKE TERRACE DRIVE
Located in far southeast Wylie, the park provides a ribbon of green space for the Pheasant Creek Addition. In 2012, the City of Wylie received a grant from Collin County to begin developing the park. The City chose to concentrate on the northern edge of the park, and began installing improvements in the spring of 2013. In 2018 a new irrigation system was installed at Pheasant Creek Park. The park now boasts a playground, pavilion and the first leg of a trail that may eventually connect to Rockwall County. Solarpowered lighting fixtures have been placed in the pavilion and along the trail to provide for light after hours without requiring the consumption of fossil fuels.
RENTALS
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36 Olde City Park Pavilion in downtown Wylie
PAVILIONS
Perfect picnic and outdoor party spots
Covered pavilions with lights, electrical outlets, tables, and benches are available at Olde City Park and Community Park, $25 per hour or $10 per hour Wylie Resident rate. Pavilion reservations at no charge are available at Eureka Park, Friendship Park, Kreymer Estates Park, Valentine Park, and Riverway Park. Review prior to requesting your booking: Park Rules and Guidelines and Rental Terms and Conditions at www.WylieTexas.gov. For more information, please contact Wylie Parks & Recreation Administration, Parks@WylieTexas.gov or 972-516-6340.
WYLIE RECREATION CENTER
Gym basketball, volleyball, and other games 2 hours + $65 / hour / 1 side $55 Wylie Resident +Deposit / Permit $100
AVAILABLE HOURS: Fri & Sat 5 pm – 11 pm Sun 9 am – 11:30 am 5 pm – 9 pm
Climbing Wall small groups or party add-on Parties of 11+ guests must also reserve a room. 1 hour + $65 / hour $55 Wylie Resident +Deposit / Permit $100
AVAILABLE HOURS: Sat 9 am – 12 pm 5:30 pm – 11 pm
Classroom small parties or meetings 2 hours + $40 / hour $30 Wylie Resident +Deposit / Permit $100
Meeting Room larger parties and meetings 2 hours + $55 / hour / 1 side $45 Wylie Resident +Deposit / Permit $100
Kitchen Add-on Available with rental of North room or Full Meeting Room 1 hour + $45 / hour $35 Wylie Resident
AVAILABLE HOURS: (for Class/Meeting Rooms) Mon-Thu 5 am – 10 pm Fri 5 am – 11 pm Sat 9 am – 11 pm Sun 9 am – 9 pm
For more information about rental locations, capacities, and amenities, visit www.WylieTexas.gov
RECREATION
Wylie Recreation Center 300 Country Club Road – 200 Located center of Wylie Municipal Complex 972-516-6340 Recreation@WylieTexas.gov PUBLIC HOURS Monday – Friday 5 am – 10 pm Saturday 8 am – 8 pm Sunday 12 pm – 8 pm
Wylie Senior Recreation Center 800 Thomas Street – 100 Located in Community Park 972-516-6340 Recreation@WylieTexas.gov PUBLIC HOURS Monday – Friday 8 am – 4 pm Saturday 9 am – 3 pm Sunday 1 pm – 5 pm
Thomas and Mattie Brown House 301 North Ballard Avenue Historical Downtown Wylie 972-516-6340 Recreation@WylieTexas.gov PUBLIC HOURS Tuesday – Saturday 9 am – 1 pm
ADMINISTRATION
Parks and Recreation Administration & Maintenance 949 Hensley Lane – 200 972-516-6340 Parks@WylieTexas.gov PUBLIC HOURS Monday – Friday 8 am – 4 pm
DIGITAL
Email Recreation@WylieTexas.gov
City of Wylie WylieTexas.gov
digiREC news/blog WylieRecreation.com
Instagram @WylieRecreation
Facebook Wylie Recreation and City of Wylie, TX
Twitter @WylieRecreation and @WylieParks
POLICIES & GUIDELINES 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 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
1 Avalon Park 1312 East Brown Street
2 Birmingham Farms Park 725 Odenville Drive
3 Bozman Park 1330 Valley Stream Drive
4 Braddock Park 1300 Elm Drive
5 Community Park 800 Thomas Street
6 Creekside Estates Park 3105 Hinnant Court
7 Dodd Park 1501 Selma Lane
8 East Meadow Trail 1450 West Brown Street
9 Eureka Park 351 Rutherford Avenue
10 Founders Park 851 Hensley Lane
11 Friendship Park 1621 White Ibis Way
12 Greyhawk Park 2301 Ray Hubbard Way
13 Joel Scott Memorial Park 424 Westgate Way
14 Kings Bridge Park 2600 Irene Drive
15 Kirby Park 300 Masters Avenue
16 Kreymer Estates Park 101 Lyndhurst Drive
17 Lakeside Estates Park 300 Lakehurst Drive
18 Lewis Ranch Park 4050 Wylie East Drive
19 Meadowview Estates Park 406 Carver Drive
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22 Olde City Park 112 S. Ballard Avenue
23 Oncor/Lavon Park 961 E. Brown Street
24 Parkside Park 2106 Lakefield Drive
25 Pheasant Creek Park 2700 Lake Terrace Drive
26 Riverway Park 1200 Riverway Lane
27 Sage Creek Park 2906 Ryan Drive
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29 Southbrook Park 231 Shadybrook Drive
30 Stone Ranch Park 803 Moreno Court
31 Trinity Trailhead 1815 Skyview Drive
32 Twin Lakes Park 326 Canyon Lake Drive
33 Valentine Park 1202 Birmingham Street
34 Wooded Creek Park 2616 Spanish Oak Trail
35 Wylie Lakes Park 2124 Colby Lane
Wylie Parks and Recreation 300 Country Club Building 100 Wylie, TX 75098
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