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. Youth (6 – 15) $7/year Adult (16+) $12/year Senior (62+) $10/year

Fitness Room

Enjoy the spacious & 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. Membership: $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.

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 Day Dates Time M-F through May 3:30 – 6:00 p.m.

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 December – April Day Time W/F 6:15 – 6:45 p.m. Beginners December – April Day Time W/F 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Intermediate/Advanced December – April 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. December – April Day 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. December – April Day 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. Day Time 3rd Sat 3:00 p.m.

Open Play Volleyball

Ages: 16+. Volleyball is back by high 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

Ages: 16+. Come out for Wednesday night or Saturday afternoon open play. Bring a friend and get your game on. Must have membership or $4-day pass. Day Time W 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Sat 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.

Open Play Pickle Ball

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

Pre-K Basketball League

Ages: 4-6. The Charley Taylor basketball League is a non-competitive league focused on the fundamentals of basketball in a team setting. One practice per week. Game days will be on Saturdays at Charley Taylor gym. Practice once a week. Fee: $65/child includes jersey and a trophy. Fee is non-refundable once jerseys have been ordered. Registration Dates: October 15 – December 17 First Game: January 15 Day Time Sat 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Start date subject to change.

Pre-K Outdoor Soccer League

Ages: 3 yrs-5 yrs. This beginner’s league promotes sportsmanship, basic skill development, and soccer skills in an active and safe learning environment. All games played at Mt. Creek Soccer Complex. Practice once a week. Fee: $75/child includes jersey, shorts, socks, and trophy. Start date subject to change. Fee is non-refundable once jerseys have been ordered. Registration Dates: January 3 – March 1 First Game: April 2 Day Time Sat 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Start date subject to change.

DONUTS WITH SANTA

Sat, December 11 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. Ages: 5-13 years old (recommended). Fee: $5 per person. Enjoy delicious donuts, a holiday craft, and a photo with Santa at Charley Taylor Recreation Center. Must register by December 6.

DADDY DAUGHTER DANCE

Friday, February 11 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. (Dinner served from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.) Ruthe Jackson Center 3113 S. Carrier Pkwy Ages 5 and up (recommended). This memorable night will include a dinner, dance, and a gift for daughters. Limo rides and photos will be available for an additional cost. Call or visit Charley Taylor to register before tickets sell out. No sales at the door. Theme: Roaring 20s Fee: $30 per person if purchased by January; $35 per person in February Dance is held at the Ruthe Jackson Center, but registrations are done at Charley Taylor Recreation Center only.

SPECIAL EVENTS

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.

WINTER CAMP

December 20-23 December 28-31 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Ages: 5 - 12. Campers will participate in fun field trips, exciting games, and holiday themed arts/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. Fees: $7/membership fee $10/registration fee $80/week per child/residents $96/week per child/non-residents

SPRING BREAK CAMP

March 14-18 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Ages: 5 yrs.- (at least one full year of school completed)-12 yrs. 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. Fees: $7/membership fee $10/registration fee $100/week per child/residents $120/week per child/non-residents