Winter Basketball sign-ups are racing down the court, so sign up your players before the buzzer goes off and the deadline passes!
The deadlines for the Winter Basketball season are Tuesday, October 25 for individual players and Monday, October 31 for teams. Here’s everything you need to know:
Individual Player Registration
Individuals can register independently before the deadline. Team selection is based on Coaches Look unless in Co-Ed 6-Year-Old League. Coaches Look is a mini combine for coaches to assess players before a team draft.
All players are assigned to a team and provided with a uniform. The games are on Saturdays.
Team Registration
If you already have an all-star team lined up, sign your team up by October 31. Teams must provide their own coach and light/ dark jerseys. All games are on Saturdays.
Key Dates for Leagues:
Coaches Look: November 5
Coaches Meeting: November 10
Practice Begins: Week of November 28
Season Dates: December 3-February 11 (no games or practices December 19-31)
League Playoffs: February 18 (Top 4 Teams)
Volunteer Coaches Wanted
We are still looking for world-class leaders to motivate our players to keep their heads in the game. If you are interested in being a volunteer coach, please indicate that on your registration form. Coaching is a great way to give back to the community, mentor emerging leaders, and inspire a life-long love of Basketball!
We’ll see you on the court! Register today!
Winter Basketball sign-ups are racing down the court, so sign up your players before the buzzer goes off and the deadline passes!
The deadlines for the Winter Basketball season are Tuesday, October 25 for individual players and Monday, October 31 for teams. Here’s everything you need to know:
Individual Player Registration
Individuals can register independently before the deadline. Team selection is based on Coaches Look unless in Co-Ed 6-Year-Old League. Coaches Look is a mini combine for coaches to assess players before a team draft.
All players are assigned to a team and provided with a uniform. The games are on Saturdays.
Team Registration
If you already have an all-star team lined up, sign your team up by October 31. Teams must provide their own coach and light/ dark jerseys. All games are on Saturdays.
Key Dates for Leagues:
Coaches Look: November 5
Coaches Meeting: November 10
Practice Begins: Week of November 28
Season Dates: December 3-February 11 (no games or practices December 19-31)
League Playoffs: February 18 (Top 4 Teams)
Volunteer Coaches Wanted
We are still looking for world-class leaders to motivate our players to keep their heads in the game. If you are interested in being a volunteer coach, please indicate that on your registration form. Coaching is a great way to give back to the community, mentor emerging leaders, and inspire a life-long love of Basketball!
We’ll see you on the court! Register today!
School is back in session, and it’s time for the kiddos to return to a learning mindset. Kids that can’t get enough science subjects in school are in luck because our Fall programming roster is full STEAM ahead!
The need for STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics) professionals is growing. The best time to get kids interested in STEAM professions is when they are young. Early exposure to STEAM fields prepares students for successful careers. In addition, it encourages curiosity, increases problem-solving skills, and introduces project-based learning. Our world-class programming staff carefully curated a Fall schedule full of STEAM program opportunities to supplement what they learn in the classroom in a fun and engaging way.
Here are some of the incredible STEAM programs available this Fall:
With so many mind-expanding programs to choose from, your kiddo will discover a newfound love for STEAM! Learn more about each of these classes and register here.
It’s summertime in Southlake and the heat is intense! If you are still looking for ways to keep your kiddos busy and entertained this summer, it’s not too late to register for some of our incredible half-day camps at Champions Club!
July is just around the corner, and the new month brings new opportunities to enjoy the hot summer break indoors. Our Programs and Champions Club staff are ready to give your kiddos a summer they won’t forget with innovative programs and half-day camps for every interest under the Texas sun.
Here’s just a few examples of our exciting programs that still have some spaces open:
Adventures in Science Club
Discover the wonder of science by doing hands-on experiments and projects that you get to take home! In this week-long session, kids will learn all about gears and pulleys, how things work together, and how to use their hands to build different types of engineering machines. Register here:
Club Metro
Southlake's premier Adaptive Recreation program, Club Metro, is hitting the field for an awesome afternoon of sports! Participants will meet to celebrate the summer season by playing different sporting activities! Hurry up to register, spots are filling up fast!
DJ School 101
Do want to learn how to be a DJ? Join our half-day summer camp program where we teach you the basics of being a DJ. We will beat, match, mix and blend on professional DJ equipment, across multiple genres of music. DJ gear is provided during instruction. Don't miss it!
Mindful Ballet Dance Camp
In these one-hour weekly camps, students will learn the proper technique and placement in this foundational genre. Dancers will also experience the classroom as a laboratory that explores self-narrative, thought patterns, and emotions.
DRESS CODE: Girls - Any color leotard, pink tights, ballet slippers. Boys - Black tights or athletic shorts, white shirt, ballet slippers. Register today!
Plan out the rest of your summer and claim your spot today!
The summer celebrations came and went, and now is the perfect time to fall into a new routine!
Adult Jiu-Jitsu is back in September and October, and if you’ve been waiting for a sign to start a new hobby, this is it! Our Adult Jiu-Jitsu class is designed for beginners with little or no experience. In this class, you will learn basic moves, positions, and the fundamentals of Jiu-Jitsu. Alongside our experienced instructor, you will learn step-by-step techniques and build a strong foundation in jiu-jitsu.
There are many benefits of practicing Jiu-Jitsu, and it’s never too late to start! The physical benefits are similar to those reaped from other martial arts. Due to its highly rigorous nature, it's no surprise that Jiu-Jitsu helps with physical conditioning. You will get a cardio, stretch, resistance, and breath workout in a typical practice.
In addition to improving strength and condition, Jiu-Jitsu teaches you self-defense after several years of practice. Who doesn't want to be prepared at all times? If nothing else, Jiu-Jitsu teaches you proper falling techniques to avoid injury. Hopefully, you'll never have to defend yourself from a bad guy, but at least you'll be able to show those pesky stairs who's boss the next time they try to trip you up.
You may already know the physical benefits of practicing Jiu-Jitsu, such as burning calories, improving flexibility, and building strength. However, there are multiple mental health benefits as well. Jiu-jitsu teaches patience and discipline due to the importance of timing and rhythm in the Jiu-Jitsu technique. Jiu-Jitsu also helps reduce stress, which is vital to building patience and discipline.
The benefits of learning Jiu-Jitsu are undeniable. If the physical and mental advantages didn’t convince you, then keep in mind that learning a new skill and perfecting a hobby is fun! If nothing else, give yourself the satisfaction of challenging yourself in new ways. You may even meet some great friends along the way.
Adult Jiu-Jitsu starts on September 8 and runs through October 27. Practices are held on Wednesdays from 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM at the Champions Club Premier Studio. Register here.
See you on the mat!
It’s no secret that Champions Club at The Marq Southlake is the best gym in Southlake. If you’re not a Champions Club member yet, you may be curious to see what’s inside this world-class facility.
If you’ve always wondered what it would be like to be a part of our family of champions, then you’re in luck! Join us on Saturday, July 24, from 11 AM- 2 PM during our Champions Club Open House. It's the perfect opportunity for everyone to visit Champions Club for free—no membership or pass required!
We know choosing the best gym membership for you can be a daunting task. With so many gyms, fitness boutiques, and specialty clubs available, finding an option that works with your busy schedule can seem like a chore! Not to mention that so many places make you take an Odyssean journey to become a member or cancel your membership.
At Champions Club, we mean it when we say we’re a family, and family doesn’t make family jump through hoops. There’s no fee to become a Champions Club member, no annual fee, no contracts, and no cancelation fee! The price you see is the price you pay. We know that life happens, that’s why we make it seamless for you to join and cancel your membership whenever you need to. No strings attached.
If you’ve been thinking about joining, this is the perfect opportunity for you to see what it feels like to call yourself a Champion.
Here’s what some of our Champions Club family has to say about being a part of Champions Club:
“Champions Club provides an all-inclusive experience for our members. We are a one-stop shop for fitness, weightlifting, aquatics, group fitness, rentals, programs, and more!”
“My kids are members and love coming to Champions Club, and I love how safe Champions Club is!”
“Our facility has something for every age group, whether it’s small children, youth, or adults. We hope that you’ll find your path at Champions Club.”
See us on Saturday, July 24, and become a part of our family!
Champions Club fights summer boredom with the Kids Fitness Summer Series!
The Dog Days of Summer are here, and your little ones may be starting to get anxious after a month of summer vacation. Luckily for you, Champions Club is introducing the Kids Fitness Summer Series to get your children off the couch and hooked on staying active!
We know our Champions Club members are no strangers to the world of fitness. After all, you didn’t choose to become a member of a world-class facility for nothing. Here at Champions Club, we know that building lifelong healthy habits is a skill best learned early. We are here to share the joy of fitness and recreation with every single member, even the littlest champions!
The Kids Fitness Summer Series will introduce your child to fitness through fun and free classes! Located in the Fieldhouse at Champions Club and taught by our unbeatable group fitness instructors, this series is guaranteed to be a blast!
Here is the schedule for July:
Kids Zumba- Wednesday, July 21 at 6:00 pm
Teach your children the joy of movement through dance and burn off the summer boredom to funky world-beats.
Kids High Fitness- Monday, July 26 at 6:00 pm
Kids will enjoy a fun, dance-focused class mixed up with all your favorites music! This class is sure to have your kids dancing to the beat as it combines interval training with easy-to-follow choreography.
Kids Sports Fit- Wednesday, July 28 at 6:00 pm
Develop your kiddo’s agility and coordination in this light and upbeat atmosphere. Your child will enjoy running, jumping, and showing off their skills!
Not a Champions Club member? The Kids Fitness Summer Series is available to everyone—no registration or membership required! However, we know you’ll fall in love with our beautiful facility and world-class group fitness staff. Learn more about becoming a Champions Club Member here.
Are you ready to share your passion for fitness with the next generation of champions? We’ll see you at the Champions Club Fieldhouse!
Champions Club fights summer boredom with the Kids Fitness Summer Series!
The Dog Days of Summer are here, and your little ones may be starting to get anxious after a month of summer vacation. Luckily for you, Champions Club is introducing the Kids Fitness Summer Series to get your children off the couch and hooked on staying active!
We know our Champions Club members are no strangers to the world of fitness. After all, you didn’t choose to become a member of a world-class facility for nothing. Here at Champions Club, we know that building lifelong healthy habits is a skill best learned early. We are here to share the joy of fitness and recreation with every single member, even the littlest champions!
The Kids Fitness Summer Series will introduce your child to fitness through fun and free classes! Located in the Fieldhouse at Champions Club and taught by our unbeatable group fitness instructors, this series is guaranteed to be a blast!
Here is the schedule for July:
Kids Zumba- Wednesday, July 21 at 6:00 pm
Teach your children the joy of movement through dance and burn off the summer boredom to funky world-beats.
Kids High Fitness- Monday, July 26 at 6:00 pm
Kids will enjoy a fun, dance-focused class mixed up with all your favorites music! This class is sure to have your kids dancing to the beat as it combines interval training with easy-to-follow choreography.
Kids Sports Fit- Wednesday, July 28 at 6:00 pm
Develop your kiddo’s agility and coordination in this light and upbeat atmosphere. Your child will enjoy running, jumping, and showing off their skills!
Not a Champions Club member? The Kids Fitness Summer Series is available to everyone—no registration or membership required! However, we know you’ll fall in love with our beautiful facility and world-class group fitness staff. Learn more about becoming a Champions Club Member here.
Are you ready to share your passion for fitness with the next generation of champions? We’ll see you at the Champions Club Fieldhouse!
City Council adopted the City of Southlake’s Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan at its June 15 meeting.
The Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan is an element of the Southlake 2035 Comprehensive Plan, which encompasses the vision, goals and objectives that define the values in the community. The plan development represents over a year and a half of work between elected and appointed officials, community stakeholders and citizens and will serve as a framework to guide decisions related to parks and open space planning for the future.
In 2019, City Council appointed the Parks Board to oversee the development of the Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan. As part of the plan’s development, the Park Board conducted a community parks citizens survey and studied the results, received feedback from social media engagement, held 15 public meetings, received input from other City boards such as the Southlake Youth Action Committee, Senior Advisory Committee, Southlake Kids Interested in Leadership and School Health Advisory Council, held an open house to receive public feedback on the plan and held a SPIN (Southlake Programs for the Involvement of Neighborhoods) meeting.
In addition, both the City Council and Planning and Zoning Commission held a public hearing on the plan prior to adoption. The plan development process took place in four phases: review of the current state of parks recreation and open spaces, incorporate community feedback and develop new concept plans and recommendations.
Once the Park Board developed the recommendations were divided into three categories: citywide policy recommendations, capital parks projects recommendations and non-capital parks project recommendations.
For each specific recommendation, a relative tier ranking was established to articulate the expected implementation timeframe for that recommendation and are then prioritized and ranked by the parks board and City Council.
“Great parks and open space play such an important role in strengthening our community, improving our physical and mental health, and making Southlake a great community to live and work. The Park Board in conjunction with the Community Services and Planning and Development Departments have worked diligently over the past 18 months to create a plan that will serve as a blueprint to ensure that Southlake has great parks and open space to serve our citizens and many future generations,” Senior Director of Planning and Development Services Ken Baker said.
A full copy of the newly adopted City of Southlake Parks, Recreation and Open Space Master Plan is available on the City of Southlake’s website.
The plan encompasses strategies that will continue to accommodate the growing Southlake community by creating more opportunities for recreational programs and services, in addition to investing in enhanced park facilities and open spaces.
These recommendations were collected utilizing community surveys, public meetings and social media engagement.
Grab your sunscreen and hiking boots for the Earth Day Community Hike!
The Bob Jones Nature Center and Preserve is celebrating Earth Day early this year by inviting all nature enthusiasts to join us on an Earth Day Community Hike on Saturday, April 17 at 10 am. Earth Day is celebrated globally on April 22 in honor of working towards a more sustainable future. What better way to connect with the Earth and the creatures that inhabit it than by spending quality time in nature?
Join us for a morning on the Preserve Trails as we make our way to Grapevine Lake. Led by Bob Jones Nature Center and Preserve staff, this Community Hike will be all about the plants and animals who call the Preserve home, how we can help them, and the incredible history of the land.
Learn more about the Jones family who lived on this land and their contributions to the City of Southlake as you explore the winding trails. Be on the lookout for tracks and hints of the diverse wildlife that are native to this land. Get in some solid exercise while becoming more knowledgeable about this treasured Southlake spot.
The Earth Day Community Hike is suitable for guests of all ages and hiking levels. Be sure to bring a water bottle, comfortable clothes you can get dirty, and closed-toe shoes. The hike to Grapevine Lake is two miles, and there will be frequent stops.
Registration ends on Thursday, April 14. Don't delay; register today!
