Spring and Summer Youth Brochure 2016

2016 GUIDE TO YOU T H , SWIM , AND T ENNIS PRO GR AMS

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The Briar Club is a special place “where families focus on fun”.

This brochure contains programs and eventsdesigned for youth and families to participate in and enjoy together. From swim to tennis, camps and play

days, you’ll find the schedules and registration information within these pages.

We hope to see you at The Club!

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Table of Contents

IN THIS ISSUE :

CHILDREN’S AMENITIES.................................4

YOUTH AQUATICS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Canoe/Swim Cer t i f icat ions.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Junior L i feguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Teen Swim Team Coach.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

SWIM LESSONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Group Class Descr ipt ions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

L i l ’ Barracudas.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

SWIM TEAM.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Pre -Season Swim Team Workouts . . . . . .8

Barracudas Summer Swim Team.............8

2016 Swim Team Calendar......................9

Swim Team Funtastik Camp....................10

FUNTASTIK CAMP........................................11

Spring Break Funtastik Camp................11

General Information..............................11

Summer Funtastik Camp........................12

JUNIOR TENNIS............................................14

GENERAL INFORMATION..............................23

THE BRIAR CLUB

2603 Timmons Lane

Houston, TX 77027

P: (713) 622-3667

F: (713) 622-1366

www.thebriarclub.com

STAFF CONTACT

Gina DePamphilis-Eixman

Director of Youth(713) [email protected]

Dinora Romero

Youth Coordinator(713) [email protected]

Jon Diller

Director of Aquatics(713) [email protected]

Mycal Dédé

Aquatics Coordinator(713) [email protected]

Mike Alcott

Head Tennis Professional(713) [email protected]

REGISTRATION FORMS

Junior Tennis Program.....................................15

Youth & Aquatics Programs..............................19

Youth Medical & Liability Release....................21

NOTE: Online Camp Registrations Arriving in April 2016!

4 DROP OFF FORMS IN THE AQUATICS OFFICE OR EMAIL [email protected]

Youth Amenities

THE KIDS CLUBBabysitting Services For Briar Kids One Year & Older

The brand new Kids Club is The Briar Club’s space especially for little ones! Equipped with a play struc-ture, beautiful decor, play stations, toys and daily activities, there’s never a dull moment in the Kids Club!

PRICINGFirst Child: $6 per hour, then $3 per 30 minSecond Child: $5 per hour, then $2.50 per 30 minThird Child: $4 per hour, then $2 per 30 min

KIDS CLUB RESERVATIONSAdvance reservations (24 hours in advance) are strongly requested to ensure that we are able to accommodate your children prior to your visit to the Club. Reservations may be made via email to [email protected]. You will receive an email confirmation of your reservation from a Kids Club staff member.

KIDS CLUB POLICIESThe Kids Club is a babysitting service, and is not licensed through the State of Texas as a childcare facility. Parents must stay on premises at all times while their child is in the Kids Club. Daily stay limit per child is 4.5 hours. Parents are encouraged to keep their cell phones handy, in case staff needs to contact them.

THE NURSERYStay Tuned -- Full Details Coming Soon!

The Briar Club’s Nursery is an extension of the Kids Club babysitting little ones starting at six weeks old! Nursery Staff will be trained in American Red Cross First Aid, Infant/Child CPR, AED, and child abuse prevention, as well as SIDS & shaken baby syndrome prevention.

Parents must place advance reservations for their little ones in the Nursery before arriving to the Club. Parents must also provide their own diapers, wipes, formula, and other diaper bag supplies to leave with the Nursery attendants. The Nursery has a maximum stay limit of 4.5 hours per day.

Pricing and full details are coming soon!

TODDLER TUESDAYSSelect Tuesdays from 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Inviting all Briar Club Moms to join us for playdates with your little ones aged 1-3. After the playdate, Moms can have lunch in the Clubhouse and the kids can stay in the Kids Club (Kids Club Reserva-tions required for after the social). See the Club Calendar for a full list of dates.

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Youth Activities In & Around the Pool

CANOE & SWIM CERTIFICATIONS

The Briar Club Swim Instructors can challenge your Boy & Girl Scout Troops and Summer Campers in their swimming skills, enabling them to participate in canoeing and other fun water activities this summer! Participants will be required to exhibit different swimming skills for the appropriate American Red Cross Certification Card.

Contact Mycal Dédé in the Aquatics Office at (713) 552-2126 or [email protected] for scheduling and pricing.

JUNIOR LIFEGUARD PROGRAMAges 7-14

The Junior Lifeguard Program will teach children and teens between the ages of 7-14 how to detect and assist distressed swimming victims, how to make rescues, and the fundamentals of CPR and First Aid.

S C H E D U L E & P R I C I N GTuesday-Thursday from 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm$50 per person, per session.

S E S S I O N 1 J U N E 2 8 - 3 0Tues-Thurs 3:00 pm - 4:30 pmS E S S I O N 2 J U LY 1 9 - 2 1Tues-Thurs 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm

TEEN SWIM TEACH COACH MEETINGSTeen Alumni of Barracuda Swim Team | Complimentary

Calling all past Barracuda Swim Team swimmers! We will host informational meetings for all Briar Club teens interested in assisting with coaching for the Barracuda Summer Swim Team!

S C H E D U L ESunday, March 6 at 5:00 pm in the End ZoneMonday, March 7 at 7:00 pm in the End Zone

RSVP with the Aquatics Office at (713) 552-2126, [email protected] or online at www.thebriarclub.com.

RED CROSS BABYSIT TER CL ASSComing this Fall!Contact Dinora Romero for more information at: [email protected] or (713) 622-3667

The American Red Cross Babysitter Training Course gives 10 to 15 year olds the skills and confidence to safely and responsibly care for children and infants. The course teaches young people how to:

- Care for children and infants- Be good leaders and role models- Make good decisions and solve problems- Handle emergencies, injuries & accidents


Swim Lessons for Everyone!

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS All Ages

We believe that a positive relationship between student and teacher will promote personal growth, development, and a rewarding swimming experience. Private & semi-private lessons are available for all ages and abilities!

Private lessons are available seven days a week!To schedule private or semi-private swim lessons, please call Mycal Dédé at (713) 552-2126 or email [email protected].

P R I VAT E - O N E P E R S O N30 minutes $35.0045 minutes $52.5060 minutes $70.00

S E M I - P R I VAT E - 2 - 3 P E O P L E , 3 0 M I N .2 person group $20.00 per person3 person group $15.00 per person

C A N C E L L AT I O N P O L I C YCancellations will be accepted up to 24 hours in advance at no charge. Parents of children under three (3) years old may cancel 3 hours before the lesson at no charge. All other cancellations will be charged the full fee.

GROUP SWIM LESSONS All Ages

G R O U P L E S S O N P R I C I N G$120 per month | Mom or Dad & Me, Aqua Tot, Guppies, Seahorses, and DolphinPricing includes eight (8) 30-minute lessons, two times per week, per month

$150 per month | Lil’ Barracudas Afternoon SessionsPricing includes eight (8) 45-minute lessons, two times per week, per month

$180 per month OR $60 per week | Lil’ Barracudas (Morning Sessions in June)Weekly pricing includes four (4) 45-minute lessons per week.Weekly Session are from June 6-10, June 13-17, June 20-24.

Charges for sessions attended are billed to your Member account at the end of each month.

C A N C E L L AT I O N P O L I C YCancellations must be received one week prior to the start of a session. Otherwise, a cancellation fee of $55 will be incurred. Cancellations made on or after the start date of the session will be charged the full session fee. Sessions will not be pro-rated due to student absence. Credits are only given for weather related or instructor cancellations.

S W I M L E S S O N PA R T I C I PAT I O N P O L I C Y

Due to high demand and limited availability, Private and Group Swim Lessons are reserved for Briar Club Members only. Sponsored Guests and Reciprocal Members may be allowed to attend Semi-Private lessons with a Member, pending

availability. Please contact the Aquatics Office at (713) 552-2126 or [email protected] with any questions.


MOMS & DADS IN MOTION6-18 MONTHS

C L A S S S C H E D U L ESaturdays | 10:30 am - 11:00 amStarting in May 2016

C L A S S D E S C R I P T I O NThis is an introductory water orientation class with mom or dad! You will learn the necessary skills to safely work with your child throughout their early developmental stages of swimming.

AQUA TOTS19-30 MONTHS

C L A S S S C H E D U L ESaturdays | 10:00 am - 10:30 amStarting in May 2016

C L A S S D E S C R I P T I O NThis class is designed to help you and your toddler polish the basic skills learned in Moms & Dads in Motion. In addition, you will be introduced to more advanced skills to help prepare your toddler for independent instruction.

GUPPIESBEGINNERS - 2½-3 YEARS

C L A S S S C H E D U L ETuesday and Thursday | 3:30 pm - 4:00 pmStarting in May 2016

R E Q U I R E M E N T SSwimmers must have participated in Aqua Tots or an evaluation by the Aquatics Department to participate.

C L A S S D E S C R I P T I O NThis group class is for beginning swimmers who have participated in an Aqua Tot class. Swimmers will be introduced to submersion, kicking, floating, gliding and personal safety. Children must be able to sit independently on the pool step to participate.

SEAHORSESBEGINNERS - 3 & 4 YEARS OLD

C L A S S S C H E D U L E Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday4:00 pm & 5:00 pm | Starting in April 2016

DOLPHINSINTERMEDIATE - 4-5 YEARS OLD

C L A S S S C H E D U L E Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday4:30 pm & 5:30 pm | Starting in April 2016

R E Q U I R E M E N T SSwimmers must have participated in the Seahorse class to participate.

C L A S S D E S C R I P T I O NOnce your child has mastered all the skills in the Seahorse class and is able to float independently, swim big arms and roll-overs across the pool, and is able to swim backstroke, they will be introduced to side-breathing, breaststroke and diving.

LIL’ BARRACUDASADVANCED - 4-6 YEARS OLD

C L A S S S C H E D U L E Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday4:00 pm and 5:00 pm | Starting in April 2016

R E Q U I R E M E N T SSwimmers must be able to swim freestyle and backstroke independently halfway across the pool to participate.

C L A S S D E S C R I P T I O NThis is a 45-min. swim team preparation class. During this class, swimmers will practice freestyle breathing to the side, backstroke, diving, endurance and speed in a fun and positive environment! Lil’ Barracudas are invited to participate in all fun Barracuda Swim Team activities in May & June, including home swim meets!

Lil’ Barracudas Home Exhibition Swim Dates:June 7, June 9, June 23 at 4:00 pmChildren will meet on the Sports Court.

R E Q U I R E M E N T SSwimmers must be three (3) years-old and/or have the approval of the Aquatics Department to participate.

C L A S S D E S C R I P T I O NThis group class for beginning swimmers emphasizes the skills taught in the Guppies class and includes being introduced to freestyle, rolling over on their backs for a breath, and backstroke.

Due to limited availability, please contact Mycal Dédé, Aquatics Coordinator, to register for Group Lessons:(713) 552-2126 or [email protected].


Summer Swim Team

PRE-SEASON SWIM TEAM WORKOUTSAges 5-14 | Barracuda Swim Team Participants

These workouts are designed to provide a kick start for swimmers who will be participating in the Barracuda Summer Swim Team in 2016. This workout is strongly recommended for all new Members and new Barracuda participants. Workouts will emphasize stroke development, endurance, and speed in preparation for competitions in a team setting.

S C H E D U L EStarts Monday, April 4, 2016!

P R I C I N GOne Day (per week) $50 per monthTwo Days (per week) $80 per monthThree Days (per week) $115 per monthFour Days (per week) $130 per month

Charges are billed to your Member account at the end of April 2016. Workouts are not pro-rated due to swimmer absence.

P R A C T I C E S C H E D U L EMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

4:00 pm - 7 & Under5:00 pm - 8-10 Year Olds & Silver Level USA Swimmers6:00 pm - 11-14 Year Olds & Gold Level USA SwimmersGold USA swim practice will end at 7:30 pm.

BARRACUDAS SUMMER SWIM TEAMAges 5-14 | Competitive Swim Team

Your swimmer is invited to join the Barracuda Summer Swim Team, which competes against various private clubs in and around Houston! This special Briar Club tradition provides an excellent learning environment for competitive intermediate and advanced swimmers.

M I S S I O N S TAT E M E N T“Through the best coaching at all ability levels, every swimmer is given the opportunity to achieve competitive success and to pursue their goals in swimming. The Briar Club Swim Team’s focus is on building team values and a sense of community. The coaching staff creates an environment that nurtures friendship, fun, good sportsmanship, and a love of swimming.”

G E N E R A L I N F O R M AT I O NSwimmer must be able to swim the length of the pool independently in Freestyle and Backstroke. Swimmers between the ages of 5-10 will swim 25 meters and swimmers between the ages of 11-14 will swim 50 meters. All Swimmers will compete in Freestyle and Backstroke in swim meets. Breaststroke, Butterfly and Relays are limited events for swimmers of all ages.

For practice schedules, please refer to the 2016 Swim Team Calendar on page 9.

P R I C I N GSWIM TEAM COST: $285 per child

Full amount of Swim Team is billed in May 2016 to the Members’ account and is not pro-rated due to swimmer’s absence. Pricing includes all practices, t-shirt, swim cap, snacks, Swim Team parties and Banquet. Swim Suits are a separate purchase and are available in The Briar Shop at any time.

AQUATICS & YOUTH REGISTRATION FORMSAND MEDICAL RELEASE FORMS

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2016 Swim Team Calendar

APRILApril 4-29 Pre-Season Swim Team Workouts Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

MAY 2 - JUNE 2AFTERNOON SWIM TEAM PRACTICE BEGINS(MONDAY-THURSDAY)

Afternoon Swim Team Practice Schedule7 & Under 4:00 pm - 4:50 pm8-10 Year Olds 5:00 pm - 5:50 pm11 & Up 6:00 pm - 6:50 pmFridays in May 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm - Team Activity Day!Practice held for all age groups from 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm, unless otherwise communicated.

May 4 Mandatory Parent Meeting for All Parents Volunteer Sign-Ups - Option 1 4:30 pm & 5:30 pmMay 13 Family Fun Swim Team Day! Must bring Mom or Dad in a swim suit! 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm for All Age Groups Bathing Suit Sale & T-Shirt Pick Up 4:00 pm - 6:00 pmMay 17-18 Time Trials for All Age Groups Normal Practice TimesMay 20 Friday Fun Day with Friends! 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm for All Age Groups Bathing Suit Sale & T-Shirt Pick Up 4:00 pm - 6:00 pmMay 24-25 Time Trials for All Age Groups Normal Practice TimesMay 27 No Practice (Friday)May 30 No Practice (Friday)

JUNEJune 1 Time Trials for All Age Groups Normal Practice Times Mandatory Parent Meeting for All Parents Volunteer Sign-Ups - Option 2 4:30 pm & 5:30 pmJune 2 Time Trials for All Age Groups Normal Practice TimesJune 3 Splash Bash Swim Team Party! 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm for All Swimmers No Practice

JUNE 6 - 24MORNING PRACTICE & SWIM TEAM FUNTASTIK CAMP BEGINS (MONDAY-THURSDAY)

Morning Swim Team Practice Schedule7 & Under 9:00 am - 9:50 am8-10 Year Olds 10:00 am - 10:50 am11 & Up 11:00 am - 11:50 amFridays in June 9:00 am - 10:00 am - Team Activity Day!Practice held for all age groups from 9:00 am - 10:00 am, unless otherwise communicated.

June 6 Bathing Suit Sale & T-Shirt Pick Up 8:30 am - 11:30 am

June 7 HOME SWIM MEET vs Houston Country Club 3:45 pm - Warm Ups 5:00 pm - Swim MeetJune 9 Team Photos 3:30 pm HOME SWIM MEET vs Forest Club 3:45 pm - Warm Ups 5:00 pm - Swim MeetJune 10 Individiual Photos & Team Activity Day 9:00 amJune 14 AWAY SWIM MEET at The Houstonian 3:45 pm - Warm Ups 5:00 pm - Swim MeetJune 15 Individual Pictures During Morning PracticeJune 16 AWAY SWIM MEET at Lakeside CC 3:45 pm - Warm Ups 5:00 pm - Swim MeetJune 17 Swim-A-Thon for All Age Groups 9:00 am - 10:00 amJune 21 AWAY SWIM MEET at HRC 3:45 pm - Warm Ups 5:00 pm - Swim MeetJune 23 HOME SWIM MEET vs River Oaks CC 3:45 pm - Warm Ups 5:00 pm - Swim MeetJune 24 Last Day of Morning Practice 9:00 am - 10:00 am for All Age Groups Invitational Practice 10:00 am - 11:30 amJune 25 Country Club League Invitational 8:00 am - 1:00 pm, Location TBAJune 26 Barracuda Swim Team Award Ceremony 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm on Sports Court Dinner and Swimming to follow

AQUATICS OFFICE CONTACT INFORMATION (713) 552-2126 or [email protected]


Summer Swim Team

SWIM TEAM FUNTASTIK CAMPAges 5 & Older | Swim Team & Lil’ Barracudas

Come join us this summer for Swim Team Funtastik Camp! Participants of Swim Team Funtastik Camp will attend thier appropriate swim team practice, enjoy a tennis lesson with their friends, engage in other fun activities, and lunch!

S C H E D U L EMonday, June 6 - Friday, June 24, 20168:30 am - 2:00 pm

P R I C I N GPayment includes Funtastik Camp fees only. Swim Team or Lil’ Barracudas fees are not included.

F U L L S E S S I O N (3 WEEKS) J U N E 6 - 2 4Monday-Friday $780 per child

S E S S I O N O N E J U N E 6 - 1 0Monday-Friday $260 per child

S E S S I O N T W O J U N E 1 3 - 1 7Monday-Friday $260 per child

S E S S I O N T H R E E J U N E 2 0 - 2 4Monday-Friday $260 per child

Swim Team Funtastik Camp charges will be billed to the Members’ account in June 2016.

M O N D AY - T H U R S D AY S C H E D U L E

8 : 3 0 A M - 8 : 4 5 A MDROP OFF ON 2ND FLOOR OF PARKING GARAGE9 : 0 0 A M A C T I V I T Y O N E5-7 Year Olds Swim Team Practice8-10 Year Olds Tennis11-14 Year Olds Tennis1 0 : 0 0 A M A C T I V I T Y T W O5-7 Year Olds Tennis8-10 Year Olds Swim Team11-14 Year Olds Fitness Fun1 1 : 0 0 A M A C T I V I T Y T H R E E5-7 Year Olds Fun Activity8-10 Year Olds Fun Activity11-14 Year Olds Swim Team1 1 : 3 0 A M LUNCH & LOF T/OPEN GYM5-7 Year Olds Lunch8-10 Year Olds Lunch1 2 : 0 0 P M A C T I V I T Y F O U R5-7 Year Olds Fun Activity8-10 Year Olds Fun Activity11-14 Year Olds Lunch & Fun Activity1 : 3 0 P M - 2 : 0 0 P MP I C K U P O N 2 N D F L O O R O F PA R K I N G G A R A G E

F R I D AY S C H E D U L E

8 : 3 0 A M - 8 : 4 5 A MDROP OFF ON 2ND FLOOR OF PARKING GARAGE9 : 0 0 A M A C T I V I T Y O N E5-7 Year Olds Swim Team Practice8-10 Year Olds Swim Team Practice11-14 Year Olds Swim Team Practice1 0 : 0 0 A M A C T I V I T Y T W O5-7 Year Olds Snack & Free Swim8-10 Year Olds Snack & Free Swim11-14 Year Olds Snack & Free Swim1 1 : 3 0 A M LUNCH & LOF T/OPEN GYM5-7 Year Olds Lunch8-10 Year Olds Lunch11-14 Year Olds Lunch1 2 : 0 0 P M A C T I V I T Y F O U R5-7 Year Olds Fun Activity8-10 Year Olds Fun Activity11-14 Year Olds Fun Activity1 : 3 0 P M - 2 : 0 0 P MP I C K U P O N 2 N D F L O O R O F PA R K I N G G A R A G E

C A M P D R O P - O F F Parents/Guardians are not required to stay on property for the duration of Camp. ● Please dress your child(ren) appropriately for their first activity. ● Drop-Offs are held each morning from 8:30 am - 8:45 am on the 2nd Floor of the Parking Garage. Children must be signed-in with counselors by their Parent/Guardian. ● Children dropped off after 8:45 am must be escorted to their first activity by a Parent/Guardian and signed in with their child’s counselor.

C A M P P I C K - U P Pick-Ups are held each afternoon from 1:30 pm - 2:00 pm on the 2nd Floor of the Parking Garage. ● All children must be picked up by 2:00 pm or parents will be charged a $30 late fee, plus $5 for every minute past 2:10 pm. Swim Team Funtastik Camp Staff does not provide aftercare for campers. Parents/Guardians are responsible for the transfer of their children between Swim Team Funtastik Camp and other Briar Club activities.


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Funtastik Camp

SPRING BREAK FUNTASTIK CAMP Ages 5-12 | One Session

Keep the kiddos busy during Spring Break with Spring Break Funtastik Camp! We will be enjoying different sports, arts & crafts, and themed activities from the Summer Funtastik Camp session themes!

C A M P S C H E D U L EMonday, March 14 - Friday, March 188:30 am - 3:30 pm Full Week $300 per childDaily Sessions $60 per child

SUMMER FUNTASTIK CAMP Ages 5-12 | Seven Week-Long Sessions

Summer Funtastik Camp is the highlight of summer for our Briar Club Members. Funtastik Camp encompasses a range of activities from outdoor sports, pool time, arts and crafts, and more.

C A M P S C H E D U L EMonday - Friday from 8:30 am - 3:30 pm

P R I C I N G Member: $300 per child, per session Price includes four hours of tennis each week, lunch, activities, and snacks.

Session charges are billed at the end of each week. If necessary, you must cancel your child’s registration one week before the Camp session begins. Sessions are not pro-rated due to student absence.

C A M P D R O P - O F F Parents/Guardians are not required to stay on property for the duration of Funtastik Camp. ● Drop-Off is held each morning from 8:30 am - 8:45 am on the 2nd Floor of the Parking Garage. ● Children must be signed-in with counselors by their Parent/Guardian. ● Children dropped off after 8:45 am must be escorted to their first activity by a Parent/Guardian and signed in with their child’s counselor.

C A M P P I C K - U P Pick-Ups are held each day from 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm on the 2nd Floor of the Parking Garage ● All children must be picked up by 3:30 pm, or parents will be charged a $30 late fee, plus $5 for every minute past 3:40 pm.

Summer Funtastik Camp Staff does not provide aftercare for campers. Parents/Guardians are responsible for the transfer of their children between Summer Funtastik Camp and other Briar Club activities.

C A M P AT T I R EActive wear, tennis shoes, swim suits and goggles.

C A N C E L L AT I O N P O L I C YTo cancel your registration or to add/subtract a session registration, please email Dinora Romero at [email protected] one week before your scheduled session begins. Otherwise, a half-weekly rate will be automatically charged to your Member account.

Registration for Reciporcal Members & Guests will be open if there is availability 1-2 weeks before each session.

F U N TA S T I K C A M P D A I LY S C H E D U L E

8:30 am - 8:45 am Drop Off (Garage Level 2)9:00 am Tennis (No Tennis on Fridays)9:50 am - 10:00 am Bathroom & Water Break10:00 am Themed Program Activity11:00 am Open Gym/Bathroom & Water11:30 am Lunch/Bathroom & Water12:00 pm - 12:15 pm Change for Pool12:15 pm Swimming1:00 pm - 1:15 pm Changing/Bathroom & Water1:15 pm - 2:00 pm Themed Program Activity2:00 pm Snack/Bathroom & Water2:15 - 2:45 pm Loft and Fitness Fun Activity3:00 pm - 3:30 pm Pick Up (Garage Level 2)

See pages 14-15 for a full list of Funtastik Camp Session Themes! Registration Forms located on pages 19-22.


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Funtastik Camp

WEEK ONE - THE GREAT OUTDOORS

F U L L W E E K JUNE 27 - JULY 1 8:30 am - 3:30 pm

Go green at The Briar Club! Campers will learn about the natural environent around them and how we can protect our earth through hands-on activities, games, crafts and explorations! Prepare to get your hands dirty, campers!

W E E K T H R E E - S P O R T S O F A L L S O R T S

F U L L W E E K JULY 11 - JULY 15 8:30 am - 3:30 pm

How many sports can we fit into a week? Let’s find out as we wear ourselves silly with as many games, matches and tournaments as we can cram into five days. During these sports activities we will be focusing on fun, developing sportsmanship, and learning to be a team player.

W E E K T W O - S I L LY C E L E B R AT I O N S

F U L L W E E K JULY 5 - JULY 8No Camp on July 4th 8:30 am - 3:30 pm

Oh come all ye faithful to The Briar Club, ‘cause we’ve got all your favorite holidays wrapped into one funtastik week! We will be celebrating Valentine’s Day, Easter, Halloween, and Christmas in July! How silly is that?

W E E K F O U R - A R O U N D T H E W O R L D


We will be celebrating all things international this week! Campers will “travel” the globe at The Briar Club and explore distant lands, cultures and customs. We will learn about diversity and respect through games, activities, and delicious food!


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Funtastik Camp

W E E K F I V E - C O L O R M E R A D


This is a fun-filled week focusing on imagination and creative projects. Campers will experiment and use their imaginations to create mobiles, paintings, drawings, collages and more! Each day we will learn about a new artist!

W E E K S E V E N - W A C K Y, W I L D W O N D E R S

F U L L W E E K AUG . 8 - AUG . 12 8:30 am - 3:30 pm

What a wild, wacky and wondrous way to end the summer! Campers will participate in crazy fun activities all week long, such as Pajama Day, Magic & Science Day, Water Day, Messy Day and Field Day. This week is a good assortment of fun activities before school begins.

W E E K S I X - H 2 O W O W !

F U L L W E E K AUG . 1 - AUG . 5 8:30 am - 3:30 pm

Splishin’ and splashin’ -- it’s time to get soaked from head to toe thorugh a series of water activities, games and adventures both in and around the pool. During this week, campers will learn about water safety, team work, and responsibility.


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14 DROP OFF FORMS IN THE BRIAR SHOP OR EMAIL MIKE AT [email protected]

Youth Tennis

JUNIOR TENNIS PROGRAM POLICIES

T U I T I O NTuition payment for program lessons will be due on the first of each month and will be the normal rate of tuition. Charges will be automatically billed to a Member’s account. Tuition may only be pro-rated when a new student begins a class after the first of the month.

W I T H D R AW A L / C A N C E L L AT I O N SThe Briar Club requires a full month’s notice before a student is withdrawn from lessons. Parents/Guardians are responsible for the remaining account balance at the time a withdrawal notice is given to the Briar Club Tennis Staff. To give notice of withrawal, you may stop by the Briar Shop, call (713) 552-2121 or email [email protected].

M A K E - U P L E S S O N SIf a student misses a regularly-scheduled lesson for any reason, the Parent/Guardian may schedule a make-up lesson through The Briar Shop. Please remember to call in advance. Make-up lessons are available by reservation only. All scheduled make-up lessons must be completed while the student is enrolled in the Junior Tennis Program.

D R O P - O F F S & P I C K - U P SNo children under the age of twelve (12) years of age shall be allowed access to the Club or shall be allowed to remain at the Club if unaccompanied by a parent or other adult responsible for the child. Parents/Guardians must remain on campus for the duration of the lesson. Parents/Guardians must escort their children directly to and from the tennis lesson. Tennis Pros and Briar Club Staff do not provide aftercare. Parents/Guardians are responsible for the transfer of their children between lessons and other Briar Club programs. No curbside drop-offs or pick-ups are allowed.

L E S S O N AT T I R EStudents should come dressed in comfortable active wear, such as shorts and a t-shirt. Non-marking soled shoes are required. Flip flops, Crocs, or open-toed shoes are not acceptable.

JUNIOR TENNIS PROGRAM All Ages

Keep your children active during the spring and summer by enrolling them in our Junior Tennis Program! Children are paired in groups with one of our USPTA-Certified Tennis Pros for 60 minute skill-building lessons. Small group sizes allow for each child to receive meaningful coaching from a Tennis Pro, while having fun along the way!

P R O G R A M D AT E SWeekly Sessions, Lessons on Mondays-Thursdays

Spring Session: January 4 - May 26, 2016Summer Session: May 31 - August 18, 2016Fall Session: August 22 - December 15, 2016

P R I C I N GAges 3-4: $15 per child, per dayAges 5-8: $20 per child, per dayAges 9 & Up: $20 per child, per dayBridge Group: $30 per child, per dayCompetitive: $30 per child, per day

S P R I N G & S U M M E R S E S S I O N S C H E D U L EA G E S 3 - 4Monday-Thursday 3:45 pm - 4:30 pm

A G E S 5 - 8Monday-Thursday 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

A G E S 9 +Monday-Thursday 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

B R I D G EMonday & Wednesday 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm

A D VA N C E DMonday-Thursday 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm

DROP OFF FORMS IN THE BRIAR SHOP OR EMAIL MIKE AT [email protected] 15

Spring Junior Tennis Registration Form

DEAR MEMBERS: Please select your session date(s) from the form below. Registration is required for participation in the Junior Tennis Program. Medical & Liability Release is included and required for participation. Return completed forms to the Briar Shop, by fax to (713) 622-1366, or by email at [email protected]. Registration for Fall Programs will be available online at a later date at www.thebriarclub.com.

Child’s Name: _____________________________________________ Start Date: ___________________

Child’s Date of Birth: __________________________ Age: ________________ Gender: _______________

Parent/Guardian (Printed): ________________________________ Relationship: ___________________

Street Address: _________________________________________ Phone #: _______________________

City: _________________________ State: __________ ZIP: __________ Date: _____________________

Member #: _________________________ Email Address: ______________________________________

Parent/Guardian Signature: ____________________________________________________________

MEDICAL RELEASE & LIABILITY WAIVER REQUIRED FOR ALL CHILDREN REGISTERED IN JUNIOR TENNIS LESSONS.

RELEASE FORM

I/We ____________________________________________________ (being each Parent or Guardian listed below), for myself/ourselves and each child or ward of mine/ours (listed below) (collectively, “Users”), hereby execute and deliver this Release (”Release”) in consideration for the right and privilege of the Users to participate in any activity in or at The Briar Club (the “Club”), do, for myself/ourselves and my/our heirs, executors, administrators, legal representatives and assigns, hereby:

A. Acknowledge and agree that there are dangers and risks inherent in the use of equipment and other amenities at the The Briar Club and in participations in activities at The Briar Club and, therefore, agree to use the Club strictly in accordance with the safety instructions as instructed by the instructors/supervisors employed by the Club to monitor the use of The Briar Club. The Users further acknowledge and agree that the Club makes no warranties or representations concerning the design, manufacture or instructions for use of the Wellness and Recreation equipment and the Club hereby expressly disclaims any and all such warranties or representations, expressed or implied. The Club warrants only that the Wellness and Recreation equipment will be maintained by the Club in the manner prescribed by the manufacturer thereof. The Users further agree that their participation in any and all activities at The Briar Club is conditioned upon the Users’ strict compliance with the rules and instructions established by the Club for such activities.

Ages 3 & 4 Ages 5-8 Ages 9 & Up Bridge Competitive

Pricing $15 per child $20 per child $20 per child $30 per child $30 per child

3:45 - 4:30 PM

3:45 - 4:30 PM

3:45 - 4:30 PM

3:45 - 4:30 PM

4:00 - 5:00 PM

4:00 - 5:00 PM

4:00 - 5:00 PM

4:00 - 5:00 PM

5:00 - 6:00 PM

5:00 - 6:00 PM

5:00 - 6:00 PM

5:00 - 6:00 PM

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

4:30 - 6:00 PM

4:30 - 6:00 PM

4:30 - 6:00 PM

4:30 - 6:00 PM

4:30 - 6:00 PM

4:30 - 6:00 PM

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B. ASSUME THE RISK OF AND THE FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR, AND RELEASE, WAIVE AND DISCHARGE, AND AGREE TO INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS, the Club and all of its directors, officers, employees and agents, acting in their respective capacities on behalf of the Club (collectively, the “Releases”) from any and all liability, loss or damage arising out of or from any personal injury to or death of Users and/or any third-party, and/or damage to the property of the Club, the Users, and/or any third-party, arising out of or relating in any manner to the Users’ use of The Briar Club and/or the Wellness and Recreation equipment, WHETHER CAUSED, IN WHOLE OR IN PART, BY THE SOLE OR CONCURRENT NEGLIGENCE, STRICT LIABILITY OR FAULT OF ANY ONE OR MORE OF THE RELEASEES AND REGARDLESS OF WHETHER ALLEGED TO BE OR ACTUALLY CAUSED IN COMBINATION WITH THE SAME OR SIMILAR CONDUCT BY ANY THIRD-PARTY.

Nothing herein shall constitute a waiver or release by the Users of (a) any claims or causes of action that Users may have against any third-party or parties, other than the Releases, arising out of or from injuries or damages to persons or property incurred by the Users in connection with their use of the Wellness and Recreation Equipment and/or participation in any activitiy in The Briar Club where such injuries or damages are caused, directly or indirectly, by such third-parties; or (b) the Club‘s breach of its Warranty under paragraph A. PROVIDED, HOWEVER, IN NO EVENT WILL THE CLUB BE LIABLE TO ANY USER FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES. ADDITIONALLY, PROVIDED THE CLUB MAINTAINS LIABILITY INSURANCE COVERAGE OF NOT LESS THAT $1,000,000, IN NO EVENT WILL THE CLUB’S LIABILITY TO A USER EXCEED THE LIABILITY INSURANCE COVERAGE MAINTAINED BY THE CLUB.

I/We certify that I/we have carefully read this Release, understand all of its terms, am/are signing it voluntarily and that I/we have the capacity and authority to sign on behalf of both myself/ourselves and each minor child or ward, if applicable.

Parent/Guardian (Printed): _________________________________________ Relationship: _____________________________

Street Address: ____________________________________________________ Phone #: _____________________________

City: ____________________________________ State: __________ ZIP: _____________ Date: _________________________

Member #: ___________________________ Email Address: _____________________________________________________

Parent/Guardian (Signature): ____________________________________________________________________________

NAME OF MINOR CHILD/WARD DATE OF BIRTH AGE GENDER

MEDICAL INFORMATION & PERMISSION TO TREAT

Users hereby grant to the Club permission to take whatever action in its judgment may be necessary in supplying emergency medical services to each minor child or ward listed above. Users agree that Users will solely assume responsibility for and will pay promptly any expenses, which may be incurred by the Club in making emergency medical treatment to each minor child or ward listed above.





Parent/Guardian (Signature): ___________________________________________________________________________

Family Physician (Name & Contact): _________________________________________________________________________

Medical Conditions/Allergies: ______________________________________________________________________________

OTHER EMERGENCY CONTACTS

Name: __________________________________ Phone: _____________________ Relationship: _________________________


ADDITIONAL PERSONS APPROVED FOR DROP OFF/PICK UP

Name: _________________________________ Phone: ____________________ DL #: _______________________________

Name: _________________________________ Phone: ____________________ DL #: _______________________________

DROP OFF FORMS IN THE BRIAR SHOP OR EMAIL MIKE AT [email protected] 17

DEAR MEMBERS: Please select your session date(s) from the form below. Registration is required for participation in the Junior Tennis Program. Medical & Liability Release is included and required for participation. Return completed forms to the Briar Shop, by fax to (713) 622-1366, or by email at [email protected]. Registration for Fall Programs will be available online at www.thebriarclub.com at a later date.

Child’s Name: _____________________________________________ Start Date: ___________________

Child’s Date of Birth: __________________________ Age: ________________ Gender: _______________





Parent/Guardian Signature: ____________________________________________________________

MEDICAL RELEASE & LIABILITY WAIVER REQUIRED FOR ALL CHILDREN REGISTERED IN JUNIOR TENNIS LESSONS.

RELEASE FORM



Ages 3 & 4 Ages 5-8 Ages 9 & Up Bridge (M/W) Competitive3:45 pm - 4:30 pm$15 per child

Summer Junior Tennis Registration FormMAY 31 - AUGUST 18, 2016

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm$20 per child




Week 1 May 31-June 2 Tuesday Wednesday ThursdayWeek 2 June 6-9 Monday Tuesday Wednesday ThursdayWeek 3 June 13-16 Monday Tuesday Wednesday ThursdayWeek 4 June 20-23 Monday Tuesday Wednesday ThursdayWeek 5 June 27-30 Monday Tuesday Wednesday ThursdayWeek 6 July 5-8 Tuesday Wednesday ThursdayWeek 7 July 11-14 Monday Tuesday Wednesday ThursdayWeek 8 July 18-21 Monday Tuesday Wednesday ThursdayWeek 9 July 25-28 Monday Tuesday Wednesday ThursdayWeek 10 August 1-4 Monday Tuesday Wednesday ThursdayWeek 11 August 8-11 Monday Tuesday Wednesday ThursdayWeek 12 August 15-18 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

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Parent/Guardian (Signature): ____________________________________________________________________________

NAME OF MINOR CHILD/WARD DATE OF BIRTH AGE GENDER







Parent/Guardian (Signature): ___________________________________________________________________________

Family Physician (Name & Contact): _________________________________________________________________________

Medical Conditions/Allergies: ______________________________________________________________________________





Name: _________________________________ Phone: ____________________ DL #: _______________________________

Name: _________________________________ Phone: ____________________ DL #: _______________________________

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Youth & Aquatics Registration FormThe Briar Club | 2603 Timmons Lane, Houston, TX 77027 | (713) 622-3667

DEAR MEMBERS: Use this form for your family’s Spring and Summer program registrations at The Briar Club! Drop off completed forms in drop-boxes at the Aquatics Office, email [email protected], or fax (713) 622-1366. All Program Registration forms must include Medical & Liability Release Form.





WE REQUIRE IMMUNIZATION RECORDS ON FILE FOR ALL CHILDREN | [email protected]

TENNIS PROGRAMS? COMPLETE SEPARATE REGISTRATION FORM FOUND ON PAGES 17-18. CONTACT 713-552-2121

Child’s Name:

Date of Birth: Age:

Gender: T-Shirt Size:

PROGRAM NAME DAY( S )

Example: Seahorses Mon/Weds

Child’s Name:

Date of Birth: Age:




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MEDICAL RELEASE & LIABILITY WAIVER REQUIRED FOR ALL CHILDREN REGISTERED IN YOUTH/SWIM PROGRAMS.

CHILDREN UNDER 12 POLICY Briar Club House Rules: Article II, Section C No children or guests of Members under the age of twelve (12) years of age shall access the Club or remain at the Club if unaccompanied by a parent or other adult. It is the responsibility of the Member to enforce this rule.

GUEST POLICY

Guests are welcome to participate in programs at The Briar Club, unless otherwise indicated. Guests must attend programs or lessons with their sponsoring Member. The $5 Guest Fee applies, plus additional fees for programs as indicated. The sponsoring Member is responsible for all charges relating to their Guests.

CANCELL ATION POLICIES Prior notice is required if a child is unable to attend a scheduled lesson or program. Please refer to each program’s section in this brochure for information on specific cancellation and rescheduling information.

PARENT/GUARDIAN ( SIGNATURE ) : _______________________________ MEMBER NUMBER : _______________

REQUIRED : I/We certify that I/we have read and understood all policies and requirements relating to my child(ren)’s registration in The Briar Club’s Youth and Swim programming, and give authorization to charge my Member account for the program sessions indicated for each child listed. I/We certify that we have read and understood the Club’s “Children Under 12 Policy”, and will complete Medical & Liability Release Waiver before participation in any lesson or program.

Child’s Name:

Date of Birth: Age:




Child’s Name:

Date of Birth: Age:




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RELEASE FORM






CONTINUED ON BACK

Youth & Aquatics Medical & Liability ReleaseThe Briar Club | 2603 Timmons Lane, Houston, TX 77027 | (713) 622-3667

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Parent/Guardian (Signature): ___________________________________________________________

Family Physician (Name & Contact): ________________________________________________________

Medical Conditions/Allergies: _____________________________________________________________


Name: __________________________ Phone: ________________ Relationship: ___________________

Name: __________________________ Phone: ________________ Relationship: ___________________


Name: __________________________ Phone: ________________ DL #: __________________________

Name: __________________________ Phone: ________________ DL #: __________________________





Parent/Guardian (Signature): ___________________________________________________________

Name of Each Applicable Minor Child/Ward Date of Birth Age Gender


General Information

M AY I B R I N G G U E S T S T O T H E C L U B ?

Absolutely! We always welcome you to bring your friends and family to our great club. However, we kindly ask that in accordance with the House Rules, all guests are accompanied by a Member or are participating in a Member-sponsored activity in the Fitness, Swim, Tennis or Youth areas of the Club. Guest fees shall be charged to the Member’s account for the use of the Club’s Aquatics, Tennis and Fitness facilities. Guest fees do not apply for dining-only guest visits.

All Members and guests are required to sign-in at the Security Desk. Extended & pre-arranged guests visits can be organized by contacting our Membership Department at [email protected] or (713) 552-2159.

H O W D O M Y G U E S T S G A I N A C C E S S T O T H E PA R K I N G G A R A G E ?

Guests are free to park just as Members do in our Parking Garage. Guests are asked to drive through the Guest entry lane and tell the guard on duty what brings them to the Club. Guests will still be required to check in at the Pool Security Desk.

M AY I D R O P - O F F M Y C H I L D R E N ?

Per Briar Club House Rules, no children or guest of Members under the age of 12 years shall access or remain at the Club if unaccompanied by a parent or other adult. The Briar Club hosts several Funtastik Camps throughout the year offering parents the option of dropping children ages 5-12 off for a specified event for a specified period of time.

H O U S E H O L D E M P L OY E E S / N A N N I E S

Household employees are permitted access to the Club for the sole purpose of accompanying minor children of a member. Guest fees shall be charged, as appropriate, in the event any such household employee uses Club swim, tennis or fitness facilities. Household employees can be added to your membership by contacting our Membership Department at [email protected] or (713) 552-2159.

POOL SAFE T Y/GUARDIAN RE SPONSIBIL IT Y

• Careful and considerate behavior is asked of all Members and their guests. • Hanging, sitting, or jumping off pool ropes is not permitted. • Kickboards are reserved for Lap Pool use only. • Pool toys such as inner tubes, “noodles”, large floats, water guns and tennis balls are not permitted in the pools and may be removed by the lifeguards at their discretion. • Infants and toddlers must wear waterproof and/or swim diapers in all Club pools & be changed every hour. • Parents and Guardians must accompany and supervise all children 10 and under anytime they are in a pool area. • All children under the age of 5 must be accompanied and supervised at arm’s length by a responsible adult in the Family Pool.• Only children 5 and older may use the pool slide.• Lifeguards do not monitor the Baby Pool. Only children 5 years and under may use the Baby Pool and only when accompanied by a parent/guardian.

L O C K E R R E N TA L S

The Briar Club offers long-term locker rentals in both the Family and Fitness Locker Rooms. Please contact Jon Diller at [email protected] or (713) 552-2126 for locker rental information.

Day Lockers are available for Members and Guests for $2 per day. Please see the Security Desk for Day Locker rentals.

L A P P O O L S W I M M I N GAdults over the age of 18 are permitted to swim in the Competition Lap Pool & Adult Lap Pool during any normal Club operating hours. Children of members who (a) are at least 10 years of age, (b) are actively swimming laps in the Competition Lap Pool, and (c) are supervised by an adult either from the pool deck or next to the child in the water may also use the Competition Lap Pool during normal Club operating hours. We kindly ask that recreational swimming is reserved for the Family Resort Pool, unless otherwise directed by Club management.

THE BRIAR CLUB2603 TIMMONS LANE

HOUSTON, TX 77027

Where families focus on fun!

YOUTH AREAS ● SWIM LESSONS ● SWIM TEAM ● FUNTASTIK CAMP ● JUNIOR TENNISHERE’S WHAT’S INSIDE:

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