Greetings!

Let us be among the first to welcome you to the new year! When it comes to new year’s resolutions, did you know that 85% of people surveyed in 2012 had resolutions involving self-improvement and/or weight loss? Let Pearland Parks & Recreation help you meet your goals. We’re all about the things that matter – healthy living, spending quality time with those you care about, and giving back to preserve the world in which we live. Start things off right by seeing what we have to offer this month! We invite your feedback and welcome your input on our Facebook page, our Twitter feed or by calling the Parks & Recreation Office at 281-412-8900.

Winterfest is Coming! Tickets Now on Sale!

The coolest event is Pearland is coming this month! The City of Pearland’s signature event, Winterfest, will be held on Saturday, January 25 at the Pearland Recreation Center and Natatorium from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Join us for a fun-filled day of playing in the snow, riding rides, enjoying wintry activities, eating great food and having acres of family fun!

Purchase your tickets in advance and save! Winterfest tickets are on sale now through January 23 at the Pearland Parks & Recreation offices at 4141 Bailey Road during the hours of 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Winterfest pre-sale ticket prices are $8 for ages 3 to 16, $2 for 17 and older. Children ages 2 and under are FREE! For more information about Winterfest, please visit our website.

Once again this year, Winterfest tickets for members of the Recreation Center & Natatorium are FREE upon request, but all requests must be made in advance. Complimentary tickets must be picked up, in person, at the Pearland Parks & Recreation offices at 4141 Bailey Road prior to the close of business on January 23. General admission ticket prices will apply to any ticket sales made on-site at Winterfest.

Zumba at the Westside Event Center!

 

The Westside Event Center is currently taking registration for ongoing Zumba classes! Classes are held on Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 7 p.m., and on Saturdays from 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. This dynamic fitness class is a great way to get healthy and fit, while having fun! Want a no-risk way to try it out? Your first class is FREE! For more information, please call 713-436-8600.

 

2014 RCN All-Star Shootout

Come and test your basketball skills in the 2014 RCN All-Star Shootout, taking place at the Recreation Center & Natatorium on Sunday, February 9! Players from 6 to 14 years of age will compete against one another in three areas: a three-point shooting drill, a “skills & drills” competition where participants have to dribble their way through an obstacle course and the All-Star Shootout, where each player has one minute to score as many points as they can from designated spots on the court. The competition is free for members of the RCN and $22 for non-members. Pre-registration is required. No walk-up registrations are allowed. The deadline for registration is Sunday, February 2. For more information, please contact Kendrick Gray, Recreation Specialist, at 281-412-8915. To register, search Barcode 19344.

Rockets Holiday Basketball Clinic

The Houston Rockets Presidents Day Clinic is designed to improve the skills of any young basketball player. Throughout this one-day clinic, students will receive professional instruction in all areas of the game including dribbling, shooting, blocking and defense. They will also learn valuable lessons about sportsmanship and the team concept. As a bonus, players will receive a ticket to an upcoming Rockets game! The clinic is open to boys and girls between the ages of 6 and 15, and will be held at the Pearland Recreation Center & Natatorium from 9 a.m. to noon on Monday, February 17. The cost of the clinic is $45 per child. Train with expert coaches from the National Basketball Academy and experience all the fun and excitement of being associated with an NBA team! Register online at The Basketball Academy or call 832-392-0749 for more information.

Winter/Spring Tennis Lessons with Eddie’s Tennis Academy

Tennis is an ideal sport for players of all ages. Regardless of your skill level, Eddie’s Tennis Academy has a program that will meet your needs. The game of tennis is something that young players will carry with them for life, and tennis lessons at an early age will give them a great start. Players will learn the fundamentals of the game including proper racquet grip, stance, forehand, backhand, serving and the rules of the game. Players ages 6 to 10 will participate in the “Quick Start” program, while players ages 11 to 14 will participate in the “Futures” program. Players are asked to bring their racquets and a desire to learn. Balls are provided. Classes are held at the Centennial Park tennis courts on Mondays and Thursdays for five weeks (11 lessons). Registration for winter/spring lessons concludes on January 10, with lessons beginning the week of January 13. The cost is $140 for residents, $170 for non-residents. For more information, please contact Chris Warnick, Assistant Athletic Coordinator, at 281-412-8905. To register, search Barcodes 19283 (Quick Start) and 19286 (Futures).

New Year Membership Promotions

Be sure to take advantage of our New Year membership promotions! During the month of January when you register for or renew your existing annual membership, you’ll receive a 13th month for free. Afraid of commitment? Try our “Lucky 7!” Register for a 6-month membership and receive the 7th month for free! During this special promotional period, our joining fee is also waived, making it a perfect time to start your new fitness plan!

Recreation Center & Natatorium Announcements

Due to the Texas Recreation and Parks Society East Region Workshop and the City of Pearland’s annual Winterfest event, both to be held at the Recreation Center & Natatorium, members and guests will have limited access to the facility and parking lot from Tuesday, January 23 to Saturday, January 25.

Please see our Facility Closures page for more info.

• Tuesday, January 21 – Gymnasium will be closed at 7 p.m.
• Wednesday, Jan. 22 – Gymnasium closed all day.
• Thursday, Jan. 23 – Areas open to members and guests: Track, Weight Room, Racquetball Courts, Natatorium, Locker Rooms
• Friday, Jan. 24 – Gymnasium closed all day.
• Saturday, Jan. 25 – Winterfest! Join us for wintry fun from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Parking lots are closed for the event. Complimentary shuttle service provided from Pearland High School. RCN members can request FREE Winterfest tickets. Please ask at the Parks & Recreation offices!

Thanks to you, our 4th Annual Christmas Toy Drive was a huge success! More than 140 donated toys were delivered to the Pearland Neighborhood Center. In addition, we would like to congratulate Ann Strouhal on winning the three-month membership after being drawn from among all eligible entries during the drive. Congratulations, Ann!

Personal Training – Special Winter Promotion!

‘Tis the season of giving and the Recreation Center wants to give you a special gift to start the new year off on the right foot. For the entire month of January, the personal trainers at the RCN are offering their individual Packages of 30-, 45- and 60-minute training sessions for 25% off! Their goal is to help you achieve your fitness goals this year and they believe that they best way to reach that goal is to give you more for less. Space is limited, so don’t wait! Sign up today to work one-on-one with their team of certified trainers! Visit our website for more details!

Introduce Your Child to the Performing Arts!

Are you looking for something exciting and engaging for your kids? Do you want fun, entertaining and well-organized programs for them to attend? Then check out some of Pearland Parks & Recreation’s Performing Arts programs! We offer Creative Dance, Ballet/Tap, Super Hero Training or even one of our tumbling classes. We offer classes for children ages 18 months to 5 years, so there is bound to be something for your little one to stay busy and active during this Winter/Spring session. For more information, please visit our website.

Kidz Nite Out is Back for the New Year!

Beginning this month, you can join us on the second Saturday of every month for a night full of games, contests, crafts and high-energy entertainment as Kidz Nite Out returns to the RCN! Kids ages 3 to 11 will have tons of fun meeting up with friends or just hanging out! Each Kidz Nite Out event will provide a different themed experience as our theme changes each month. Dinner will be served to each registrant, so parents can take full advantage of having a night out, too! Ages 6 years and younger will enjoy a night of activities in our famous Kid’z Korner. More than one kiddo coming? Save $5 off each additional child! For more information, please contact Kendrick Gray, Recreation Specialist, or call 281-412-8915.

Summer Camp Registration Opens February 10

We know it’s still winter, but are you ready for Summer Camp? Get a jump on your summer plans and sign up your children for one of our summer camps: Camp K.I.A. (Kids in Action) is for children ages 6 to 10 and Camp Mahalo is for ages 11 to 14. Both camps are supervised by degreed professionals and feature a low staff-to-camper ratio. Each camper should bring a sack lunch and water bottle each day to camp. A morning and afternoon snack will be provided. Each camp session will include at least one field trip typically held on Thursdays. Registration for summer camp begins February 10! Please contact Mary Kate Ward, Recreation Coordinator, at 281-412-8909 or visit our websitefor more information.