CHARLEY TAYLOR

CHARLEY TAYLOR RECREATION CENTER

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972-339-3770 601 E. Grand Prairie Rd Grand Prairie, TX 75051

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Business Hours:

M-Th 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Fri 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Sat 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Sun Closed

Memberships

Members have access to game room as well as the basketball gym. Membership is required at all recreation center locations. See staff for details on how to get your membership. Youth (6 – 15) $7/year Adult (16+) $12/year Senior (62+) $10/year

Fitness Room

Enjoy the spacious and newly renovated fitness room at the Charley Taylor Recreation Center. Fitness Room Membership includes access to areas mentioned above under membership. Our fitness room features: cycle bike, row machine, stationary recumbent bike, step master, treadmills, dumbbells, smith machine, a small CrossFit corner and more. $11.50/month or $108/year

Room Rentals

Multipurpose Room

Looking for a rental space for a special celebration? Charley Taylor has one multipurpose room that can seat up to 80-100 people. Meeting room rentals are $25 per hour during our business hours and $50 per hour during our closed/after hours. Charley Taylor also offers a kitchen add on for an additional $30 fee. Outside the center there is a playground that rentals may use, but please note it is also open to the general public. Outside food and drinks are allowed. Alcohol is not permitted.

Gym

Rent out the gym for $60 for full court per hour and $30 for half court per hour.

Open Play Volleyball

Ages 16+. Volleyball is back by popular demand. Come out for Monday night or Saturday afternoon open play. Bring a friend and get your game on. Must have membership or $4-day pass. Days Time M 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Sat 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Open Play Basketball

Come out for Friday night or Saturday afternoon open play. Bring a friend and get your game on. Must have membership or $4-day pass. Days Dates Time F Apr-Aug 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Sat Apr-Aug 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Open Play Pickleball

Pickleball is a fun and easy-to-learn game. It is played as doubles or singles. Pickleball combines many elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. Must have membership, pickle ball plan or $4-day pass. Dates and times subject to change. Days Time M-Sat 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

After-School Program

Ages: 5-12. Pick up from Morton Elementary only. We provide snack, homework help, organized games, crafts, computers, and more. Fees: $7/membership fee $10/registration fee $25/week per child Days Dates Time M-F Through May 3:30 – 6:00 p.m.

VOLUNTEER COACHES

Want to be a Volunteer Coach?

Three easy steps to becoming a volunteer coach for sports leagues in Grand Prairie: 1) Pick a sport. 2) Contact the Recreation Center 3) Fill out application at gptx.org/ volunteer Charley Taylor Rec.: (972) 339-3770 * background checks and drug tests are completed on all applicants.

Classes

Ballet Folklorico (Amor A Nuestra Cultura)

Ages: 3 and up. This class is preserving Latino culture and history through dance and education using Hispanic traditions from North, Central, South America, and the Caribbean. Amor a Nuestra Cultura has experience with various internationally recognized Ballet Folklorico instructors. For Minis (3-6 yr. olds), Beginners, Intermediate, Advanced & Adult classes. Fee: $45 per month + membership required. Minis Continuous Days Time W/F 6:15 – 6:45 p.m. Beginners April – August Days Time W/F 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Intermediate/Advanced April – August Day Time Th 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Sat 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Karate-Tae Kwon Do

Ages: 3 and up. Come experience traditional Tae Kwon Do from the longest running Martial Arts Academy in Grand Prairie. You will learn Karate from white belt through black belt. Emphasis is placed on self-discipline and self-esteem. Charley Taylor classes are taught by 9th degree black belt, Bill Simpson. Fee: $45 per month plus $7 membership fee required. Days Time T/Th 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Mary It – Taking a Vow to Fitness

Ages: 3 and up. Are you ready to Mary it? Are you ready to take a vow to fitness? You are invited to join this fitness class for a spiritual workout which includes prayer, meditation, stretching, and static and dynamic exercises. Don’t forget to bring a yoga mat. Membership required. Fee: $45 per month or $15 per session. Days Time T 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Monthly Video Game Tournaments

Ages: 6 and up. Come join in on the fun of our monthly video game tournaments. Each month is a different game. Space is limited. Must preregister for each month. Free to participate/membership required. Days Time 3rd Sat 3:00 p.m.

Pre-K Tee Ball League

Ages: 3-5. This beginner’s league promotes sportsmanship, basic skill development, and skills in an active and safe learning environment. All games played at Waggoner Fields. Fee: $65/child includes jersey and trophy. Start date may be subject to change. Fee is non-refundable once jerseys have been ordered. Registration open March-May First game 6/18 Day Dates Time Sat 6/13 – 8/6 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

SPRING BREAK CAMP

March 14-18 Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Ages: 5 (at least one full year of school completed) –12 years old. Campers will participate in fun field trips, exciting games, and arts and crafts during the week. Each camper needs to bring a sack lunch but will be provided with a daily snack. All registrations done at Charley Taylor Recreation. For more information call 972-339-3770. Space is limited, so register soon! Fees: $7/membership fee $10/one-time non-refundable registration fee $100/week per child/residents $120/week per child/non-residents

ITTY BITTY TRIATHLON

Sat, May 21 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Ages: 3-5 years old Must bring own bike (tricycles ok) with helmet. Children will participate in a walk around Splash Factory (swim), bicycle ride, and finish off with a run to the finish line. Entire course distance is approximately 0.26 of a mile. Children will receive a medal at the end of the race. Fees: $15 non-refundable registration fee per child. Must pre-register by May 7, 2022. No registrations on day of.

SUMMER CAMP

June 6 – August 12 Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Ages: 5 (at least one full year of school completed) –12 years old. Campers will participate in fun field trips, exciting games, and arts and crafts during the week. Daily lunch and snack will be provided but each camper is welcome to bring their own sack lunch. All registrations done at Charley Taylor Recreation. For more information call 972-339-3770. Space is limited, so register soon! Fees: $7/membership fee $10/one-time non-refundable registration fee $100/week per child/residents $120/week per child/non-residents