April is almost here, and it’s time for Member Appreciation Week at Champions Club!

We love our members, and it means so much to us that you are part of our Champions Club family. To show our appreciation for trusting us with your wellness journey, we planned special, members-only events during the first week of April.

This year’s Member Appreciation Week will be chock-full of fun activities, exclusive member drawings, and special surprises! Here’s a sneak peek at what you can expect.

Special Themed Group Fitness
Join us every day this week for an upgraded group fitness experience. From Decades Themed Zumba, Hip Hop Themed Yoga, to Disco Themed Spin Class, group fitness is getting a fun makeover this week!

Fun and Games
Channel your competitive spirit and join us for a 3v3 Basketball Tournament and Carnival Games in the Hall of Fame rooms. Meet your fellow Champions Club members during our Women with Weights Mixer and splash in the pool as you enjoy a full-length feature film during our Dive-in Movie!

Member Bash
The entire week leads to the ultimate members-only celebration: the Member Bash! Join us on Saturday, April 9 at 11:00 AM for a fun-filled day for the whole family. Celebrate our community with a unique group fitness class, food trucks, inflatables, a live DJ, and more!

Our members are more than customers to us. You're our family, and family celebrates in a big way. Don’t miss out on the fun this year. Become a Champions Club member today to take full advantage of our incredible Member Appreciation Week programs. See the complete schedule here.

No one loves fitness more than we do, and there’s nothing better than free fitness programs!

Cooler weather is coming, and we are excited to go outside and get our sweat on! Join us this fall for this short series of fun, free classes located in different parks throughout Southlake. Get a taste of what our awesome group fitness instructors have to offer and find your new go-to group fitness class.

Our Outdoor Fitness series is a community favorite. There’s no better way to work out with friends while enjoying our world-class parks system! But wait, there’s more! Each class, we’ll raffle off an incredible swag bag of gear to one lucky participant.

Mark your calendars for our Fall Class Schedule:

Monday, October 4
Zumba Fitness at Aria Amphitheater
6:00-7:00 pm
With Cristina and Ann

Saturday, October 9
Yoga at Bob Jones Nature Center Pavilion
9:00-10:00 am
With Leslie

Wednesday, October 13
Yoga at North Park
6:00-7:00 pm
With Londa

Saturday, October 18
Bootcamp at Champions Club Outdoor Turf 1
9:00 -10:00 am
With Londa

Saturday, October 23
Bootcamp at Champions Club Outdoor Turf 2
9:00 -10:00 am
With Londa

Wednesday, October 27
Zumba Fitness at Aria Amphitheater
6:00-7:00 pm
With Cristian and Ann

This limited series is open to all ages. No registration or membership is required. We can’t wait to see your best moves! Learn more here.

Ryan McGrail, the recreation manager for the Community Services Department, was awarded the Director’s Award last month when the City celebrated Employee Appreciation Week.

The Director’s Award is given to an outstanding individual who embodies excellence in a department. Ryan is this year's winner because of his phenomenal work leading his team during unprecedented times.

Ryan McGrail has been with the City for over 20 years and manages an innovative team responsible for Fitness and Performance, Aquatics, Membership Services, Guest Services, Programs, and Athletics. Throughout the last year, Ryan and his team have been quick to adapt to continue providing the Southlake community with top recreational services. He is welcoming to all community members, a great mentor to staff, and always keeps customer service top of mind.

“Ryan’s commitment to meeting expectations and making sure the job is done right is just really second to none. He is one of those guys who has 'it.' He has the ability and mental stamina to see that everything gets taken care of and meets expectations. That is what makes him extraordinary," stated Community Services Director Chris Tribble. When asked to describe Ryan in one word, Chris responded that McGrail is “reliable.”

Congratulations on your well-deserved recognition, Ryan! Make sure to say hello to Ryan next time you visit Champions Club at The Marq Southlake.

Ryan McGrail, the recreation manager for the Community Services Department, was awarded the Director’s Award last month when the City celebrated Employee Appreciation Week.

The Director’s Award is given to an outstanding individual who embodies excellence in a department. Ryan is this year's winner because of his phenomenal work leading his team during unprecedented times.

Ryan McGrail has been with the City for over 20 years and manages an innovative team responsible for Fitness and Performance, Aquatics, Membership Services, Guest Services, Programs, and Athletics. Throughout the last year, Ryan and his team have been quick to adapt to continue providing the Southlake community with top recreational services. He is welcoming to all community members, a great mentor to staff, and always keeps customer service top of mind.

“Ryan’s commitment to meeting expectations and making sure the job is done right is just really second to none. He is one of those guys who has 'it.' He has the ability and mental stamina to see that everything gets taken care of and meets expectations. That is what makes him extraordinary," stated Community Services Director Chris Tribble. When asked to describe Ryan in one word, Chris responded that McGrail is “reliable.”

Congratulations on your well-deserved recognition, Ryan! Make sure to say hello to Ryan next time you visit Champions Club at The Marq Southlake.

The Southlake Style Readers’ Choice results are in, and the Community Services Department boasts numerous winners and finalists!

The annual Readers’ Choice survey closed after approximately 43,000 votes were cast by Southlake community members. Voting was open from February 2 until February 18. Having been nominated in multiple categories, here are the results of this year’s survey:

  • Entertainment Category—Swimming Pool/Water Park—Champions Club at The Marq Southlake—Winner
  • Entertainment Category—Park—Bicentennial Park—Winner
  • Entertainment Category—Event/Wedding Venue—Legends Hall at The Marq Southlake—Finalist
  • Entertainment Category—Park—Bob Jones Nature Center and Preserve—Finalist
  • Summer Camp—Camp Mania—Finalist

Make sure to keep up with everything that is going on at these award-winning venues. With Spring Break just around the corner, the possibilities for fun are never-ending!

Here is a list of events to look forward to within the Community Services Department:

  • Swimming Pool at Champions Club at The Marq Southlake
    - Preschool Water Play on March 26
  • Camp Mania at Champions Club on March 15
  • Legends Hall at The Marq Southlake
    - Sip and See event on March 7
  • Bob Jones Nature Center and Preserve
    - Cross Timbers Forest Preschool Spring Break starting March 15
    - Cross Timbers Spring Break Nature Camp on March 15
    - Nature Center Open House on March 27
    - Adult Outdoor Education on March 30
    - Cross Timbers Nature Club on March 31

Register for these events and more here.

Congratulations to the winners and the teams who make creating world-class experiences for our community possible. Thank you to everyone who voted for us! Serving our community and working towards becoming the premier destination for lifelong memories is what drives us. Keep an eye out for our winners in the April issue of Southlake Style.

The Southlake Style Readers’ Choice results are in, and the Community Services Department boasts numerous winners and finalists!

The annual Readers’ Choice survey closed after approximately 43,000 votes were cast by Southlake community members. Voting was open from February 2 until February 18. Having been nominated in multiple categories, here are the results of this year’s survey:

  • Entertainment Category—Swimming Pool/Water Park—Champions Club at The Marq Southlake—Winner
  • Entertainment Category—Park—Bicentennial Park—Winner
  • Entertainment Category—Event/Wedding Venue—Legends Hall at The Marq Southlake—Finalist
  • Entertainment Category—Park—Bob Jones Nature Center and Preserve—Finalist
  • Summer Camp—Camp Mania—Finalist

Make sure to keep up with everything that is going on at these award-winning venues. With Spring Break just around the corner, the possibilities for fun are never-ending!

Here is a list of events to look forward to within the Community Services Department:

  • Swimming Pool at Champions Club at The Marq Southlake
    - Preschool Water Play on March 26
  • Camp Mania at Champions Club on March 15
  • Legends Hall at The Marq Southlake
    - Sip and See event on March 7
  • Bob Jones Nature Center and Preserve
    - Cross Timbers Forest Preschool Spring Break starting March 15
    - Cross Timbers Spring Break Nature Camp on March 15
    - Nature Center Open House on March 27
    - Adult Outdoor Education on March 30
    - Cross Timbers Nature Club on March 31

Register for these events and more here.

Congratulations to the winners and the teams who make creating world-class experiences for our community possible. Thank you to everyone who voted for us! Serving our community and working towards becoming the premier destination for lifelong memories is what drives us. Keep an eye out for our winners in the April issue of Southlake Style.

Valentine’s Day came and went, but Champions Club at The Marq Southlake started the celebrations early with a couple’s fitness challenge and Kids’ Night Out program.

A creative play on the 02/14 date, the Valentine’s Day Partner Challenge encouraged pairs to complete two rounds of 14 calories on the assault bike, 14 squats, and 14 push-ups as fast as they could. Partners had two weeks to complete the challenge for the chance to win some Champions Club swag.

While the competition was fierce, we had three winners come in with the fastest times. Our winning couples represent the collaborative nature between our Champions Club members and staff. Our winning couple was a husband-and-wife member combination. Our second-place team consisted of City of Southlake employees who are also Champions Club members. In true family spirit, our third-place pair included a member and one of our Managers on Duty! A huge congratulations to our winners:

  • Ryan and Nichole Gilmartin completing the challenge in 3:49:07
  • Chris Maffie and Christina Guzmen at 3:55:15
  • Heb Moussa and John Michael Reyes at 5:09:88

While the Champions Club family pushed themselves to the limit with the Partner Challenge, staff members hosted a free membership appreciation Kids’ Night Out event on Friday, February 12. The valentine-themed event included games on the indoor turf field, making Valentine’s Day cards, pizza, and a movie! Kids’ Night Out was the perfect opportunity for kids to have fun playing and creating art while giving parents the chance to enjoy a date night.

Love was in the air this month at Champions Club! Whether it is love for family, fitness, fun, or all of the above, Champions Club is the number one destination to make lifelong memories for the whole family! Make sure to follow us on Facebook to keep up with our monthly fitness challenges @ChampionsClubSLK!

Valentine’s Day came and went, but Champions Club at The Marq Southlake started the celebrations early with a couple’s fitness challenge and Kids’ Night Out program.

A creative play on the 02/14 date, the Valentine’s Day Partner Challenge encouraged pairs to complete two rounds of 14 calories on the assault bike, 14 squats, and 14 push-ups as fast as they could. Partners had two weeks to complete the challenge for the chance to win some Champions Club swag.

While the competition was fierce, we had three winners come in with the fastest times. Our winning couples represent the collaborative nature between our Champions Club members and staff. Our winning couple was a husband-and-wife member combination. Our second-place team consisted of City of Southlake employees who are also Champions Club members. In true family spirit, our third-place pair included a member and one of our Managers on Duty! A huge congratulations to our winners:

  • Ryan and Nichole Gilmartin completing the challenge in 3:49:07
  • Chris Maffie and Christina Guzmen at 3:55:15
  • Heb Moussa and John Michael Reyes at 5:09:88

While the Champions Club family pushed themselves to the limit with the Partner Challenge, staff members hosted a free membership appreciation Kids’ Night Out event on Friday, February 12. The valentine-themed event included games on the indoor turf field, making Valentine’s Day cards, pizza, and a movie! Kids’ Night Out was the perfect opportunity for kids to have fun playing and creating art while giving parents the chance to enjoy a date night.

Love was in the air this month at Champions Club! Whether it is love for family, fitness, fun, or all of the above, Champions Club is the number one destination to make lifelong memories for the whole family! Make sure to follow us on Facebook to keep up with our monthly fitness challenges @ChampionsClubSLK!

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