Center Supervisor
Michael Levy
972.264.6890

Charley Taylor Recreation Center
601 E. Grand Prairie Rd
972.264.6890
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What we offer...

- Rec Memberships
- Weight Room Memberships
- Youth Day Camps
- Classes
- After-School Program
- Pre-K Sports Leagues
- Summer Camps
- Meeting Space Rental
- Lock-Ins
- Daddy/Daughter Dance
- Exercise Room
- Much More!

Memberships

Refer to the Life is Grand Magazine for a complete listing of classes.

Texas Plan - This plan provides you with access to the Charley Taylor Facility and any free class that we offer. It does not include access to the weight room, and fee-based classes. All recreation center members must present their recreation ID card each time they come in to use the facility.. Please check in with staff when you arrive.

The Texas membership is also valid for use during open gym play at Bowles Life Center as well as at Dalworth Recreation Center. Additional Membership plans are available through the Bowles Life Center. Please contact each center for gym availability. Any individual under the age of 18 may get a free snack Monday-Friday between the hour of 3:45 p.m. and 4:45 p.m. Check out the latest classes being offered throughout the city.

Weight Room Memberships - This center offers a very personalized weight room with all of your basic equipment for a complete workout. Weight room includes but not limited to eliptical machine, treadmill, lap-pull down, bench press, bicycle and complimentary towel service. Ask staff for details on how to enroll in our two popular plans:

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Interested in getting updates about all classes and programs in the Parks and Recreation Department? Sign up for the Grand Fun Club E-Updates. Want specific updates on classes/programs from Charley Taylor, please subscribe to our blog!!!

Recreation Center/Departmental Special Events
Latest CT | GP Event Updates. Charley Taylor Recreation Center puts together special events a few times each year for the community to enjoy including our annual Halloween and Cinco de Mayo Carnivals. Also check out the latest schedule with Grand Prairie Parks and Recreation Special Events.

Pre-K Sports Leagues
Latest League Updates. Charley Taylor Recreation Center specializes in pre-kindergarten sports for children ages 3-5 years. Many of our leagues go year around and have a little variety for all the kids. For all leagues, you must make a payment in order to reserve your child's spot. No spots will be held until the payment is received. If you have any questions regarding our leagues, contact Halima Baquedano at (972) 264-6890. You may contact us anytime during regular business hours.

Pre-K Enrichment Classes
Latest Class Updates | Register Online. Charley Taylor Recreation Center specializes in pre-kindergarten enrichment for children ages 3-5 years. Many of our classes go year around and have a little variety for all of the kids. No spots will be held until the payment is received. If you have any questions regarding our classes, contact Halima Baquedano at (972) 264-6890. You may contact us anytime during regular business hours.

Adult Programs
Latest Class Updates | Register Online. Charley Taylor Recreation Center offers adult classes throughout the year whether it be for gardening/landscaping to dance classes. Click above for the latest news on these classes.

Teen Nights
Latest Teen Night Updates. Teen Night at Charley Taylor takes place on Thursday nights at 7:00pm throughout the fall and spring during the academic year. Teens have the opportunity to help serve in their rec center, talk about new program ideas, make new friends, and discuss issues that are affecting teens all over. Please watch the blog for the latest updates on when the program meets. E-mail your suggestions to staff.

BLAZE Adaptive Sports
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Blaze Sports offers enables children and adults with physical disabilities to realize their potential through sport and healthy lifestyles. Blaze Sports brings disability sports programs to communities across the United States through community-based parks and recreation agencies. The Parks and Recreation Department officially became a Blaze Sports Club in July of 2007!!! Grand Prairie is currently programming Swimming, golf, sitting volleyball, and wheelchair sports for athletes with physical disabilities. For more information on participating in Blaze Sports, volunteering, or coaching, please contact Gina McWilliams or get her voicemail at (972) 237-7526.

Building and Park Pavilion Rentals
Charley Taylor Recreation Center has three multi-purpose rooms that can be rented out for birthday parties, reunions, baby showers and more. Rentals must be made two weeks in advance. Rentals done after hours (sept-may) are charged an additional attendant fee of $10 per hour. Charley Taylor Rental Information & Fees

Day Camp Updates
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Charley Taylor Rec Center hosts day camps throughout the year. We host camps for children ages 6-12. Our next camp will be Spring Break camp, on March 15-19th. Call Charley Taylor Rec Center for more information. Fee: $16/day.

Charley Taylor Gardening Classes 
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The gardening classes at Charley Taylor are FREE of charge. The purpose of the classes is to educate the community on different soils, planting techniques, and pruning as well. The classes meet on Thursdays at 6:00pm at the rec center. Handouts will be provided in each class. Please bring a pen or pencil for notes. Want more information on gardening tips and taking care of your trees, visit Susan Henson's Horticulture webpage.