Round Rocker: Parks and Recreation 411 : Clay Madsen Recreation Center

CMRC: Maintenance update

Terri Waggoner — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 18:38:00 GMT

The Clay Madsen Recreation Center is undergoing some upgrades. The womens' locker room is open and has new tile. The men's room is open for use while construction continues, but please note that showers are still under maintenance. The pool will reopen on September 8. Thanks to everyone for your patience during the upgrades, the completed maintenance projects already look awesome!

A/C out at Clay Madsen

Terri Waggoner — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 13:51:00 GMT

Please note that the air conditioner at Clay Madsen Recreation Center went out on Saturday. The facility is still without air as we wait for the replacement part to come in this week. Please schedule your workouts accordingly and we apologize for any inconvenience.

CMRC is currently undergoing some renovations. Progress is still being made on the locker rooms and the tennis courts were painted last week. When everything is done, the facility will look great!

Movies in the Park, 5k, Concert Series and Lake Creek closing all happening this weekend

Elysabeth Bean — Thu, 13 Aug 2009 14:14:00 GMT

A lot is happening in Round Rock this weekend, so grab your planner and write this all down!

On Friday, August 14, Movies in the Park is playing Igor. The movie starts at dark, but all pre-movie activities start at 7:30 pm. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket. There will be vendors out there, but feel free to bring your own food. Get more information at www.roundrocktexas.gov/parksandrec under special events.

On Saturday, August 15, the 5k for Clay is happening at the Clay Madsen Recreation Center. If you haven’t sign up, it’s not too late. You can register the day of at the recreation center before the race. The 5k benefits the Clay Madsen Recreation Center and will be a fun run down the Greater Lake Creek Trail and A.W. Grimes. Visit www.5kforclay.com for more information.

On Sunday, August 16, Texas Country music singer, Paul Eason will be playing at the Round Rock Amphitheatre for the 2009 Round Rock Summer Concert Series. He’s the last of the performers this summer, so come out and enjoy the concert. Visit www.roundrocktexas.gov/concerts to get information about the concert series.

Also, this is the last weekend that Lake Creek Pool will be open. The other pools will be open after this weekend, but if you’re a fan of Lake Creek this weekend will be your last chance to enjoy the pool! Get more information about pools and their closing dates at www.roundrocktexas.gov/pools.

Clay Madsen Recreation Center August Maintenance Information

Elysabeth Bean — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 21:16:00 GMT

The Clay Madsen Recreation Center will be performing various maintenance projects during the month of August. These maintenance improvements may be an inconvenience to members, but once complete they will bring a nice new look for the facility. The following are the improvements for the month of August:

August 16-Sept 7: POOL CLOSED!
August 17-21: MENS & WOMENS RESTROOM/LOCKER ROOMS CLOSED!
August 28: WEIGHT ROOM CLOSED!

During the week of August 17-21, the Clay Madsen Recreation Center will be installing fans in the meeting room. This project will not cause any closures, but will be a nice improvement. The recreation center will also be installing tile backsplashes behind the water fountains. For this project, certain areas will be closed off while the work is completed.

ALL Clay Madsen Recreation Center members, as of August 16, will be receiving a 15 day membership extension for the maintenance inconveniences. To see the reason for closures and to get more information about the improvements being done to the Clay Madsen Recreation Center visit www.roundrocktexas.gov/parksandrec and see the Clay Madsen Recreation Center page.

Courts get re-surfaced

Elysabeth Bean — Mon, 10 Aug 2009 21:31:00 GMT

Parks and Recreation is improving your park facilities. They have recently had the basketball courts at High Country and Veterans Park re-surfaced. Currently, the tennis courts at Old Settlers Parks are being re-surfaced as well and should be finished at the beginning of next week. Then the weekend of the 22 of August the tennis courts at the Clay Madsen Recreation Center will be re-surfaced.

If you get a chance, check out the courts and play on the new, smooth surfaces!

Find Parks and Trails with the new webpage

Elysabeth Bean — Thu, 06 Aug 2009 15:53:00 GMT

I’ve been trying to work out more, but recently the treadmill has lost its spark. I have found it hard to run in place looking at a wall, so I decided it was time to go out and run one of the trails in Round Rock.

I went to the Greater Lake Creek Trail because it was conveniently located next to the Clay Madsen Recreation Center. (This trail is also going to be part of the 5k for Clay route and I wanted to check it out.) Its a nice scenic trail with lots of shade that goes to A.W. Grimes, by Lake Creek and into Lake Creek Park. I had fun running the trail and it was a great change of pace to my workout. I definitely suggest checking it out.

The City of Round Rock Parks and Recreation also has other parks and trails that you can check out, I know I plan to. Parks and Recreation just created this new webpage that helps find a trail, park or place for an activity quickly. Visit www.roundrocktexas.gov/parksandrec and look under the Parks and Trails tab to find information about the parks and trails.

Fall program registration starts today

Elysabeth Bean — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 16:14:00 GMT

Registration for all fall Parks and Recreation programs starts TODAY, August 3. Our Kids’ Clubhouse After-School Program is almost full, so sign up quick!

We also have other fun programs for the kids. There are toddler and youth sports programs and classes, as well as, other recreational activities like arts, cooking, dance and gymnastics.

This is also a great time to look into the Adult Fitness and Wellness classes that Parks and Recreation has to offer, plus the adult sport leagues.

Look through the Program Guide and register for classes, leagues and more on www.roundrockrecreation.com. Also, you can pick up a Program Guide and register at the Parks and Recreation office or the Clay Madsen Recreation Center.

The 2009 Fall Program Guide is now available

Elysabeth Bean — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 19:11:00 GMT

The 2009 Fall Program Guide that contains all of the informtion City of Round Rock Parks and Recreation programs going on this fall is now available in hard copy! You can get it from the Clay Madsen Recreation Center and the Parks and Recreation office.

This is going to be a handy tool because on Monday, August 3 all City of Round Rock residents will be able to register for all fall programs. You can register online, on the phone or in person at the Clay Madsen Recreation Center and the Parks and Recreation office.

Not a resident but still want to enjoy fall parks and recreation programs? You can! Monday, August 10 is the day that non-residents of Round Rock can register for fall programs.

To view the Program Guide or register online visit www.roundrockrecreation.com.

Sign up for the 5K for Clay

Elysabeth Bean — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 20:37:00 GMT

The 6th Annual 5K for Clay will be Saturday, August 15 at the Clay Madsen Creation Center. The event will benefit the recreation center as well as honor the Madsen family.

The 5K is the looped course that starts and finishes at the Clay Madsen Recreation Center.

You can sign up for the race at the Clay Madsen Recreation Center or online until August 12. After that you can sign up at the Clay Madsen Recreation Center the day of the race.

The event is time chipped and the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners of each age and gender division will get a metal. The top three racers overall will win a gift certificate from REI. There will be t-shirts and participant bags for racer.

The Sports Capital of Texas Ambassadors will also be announcing the participants for the new fitness program Round to Rock at the event.

To get more information about the 5K for Clay and to register visit www.5kforclay.com.

Come to Clay Madsen to learn about the opportunity for free personal training

Elysabeth Bean — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 15:37:00 GMT

The Sports Capital of Texas Ambassadors will be at Clay Madsen Recreation Center on Wednesday, July 22 from 12 to 2 p.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. promoting the new Round to Rock fitness program.

Now I know what you’re thinking, “Who are these Ambassadors and what do they do?”
The Ambassadors are a group of Round Rock professionals and students created by Mayor Alan McGraw with the mission to engage the community in the “Sports Capital of Texas” brand and promote healthy living.

The new fitness program they are running does just that. The Sports Capital of Texas Ambassadors are looking for people who have fitness goals they are committed to reach. All you have to do is fill out an application for the Round to Rock program…and be willing to give up some of your time to sweat.

If you are selected then you get the chance of a life time to learn how to live a healthier life style through diet and exercise to reach your goal. You will get FREE fitness assessments, personal training and nutrition counseling. In return for the free training you will be featured on Channel 10 and a blog so the whole community can keep up with your progress and have the chance to get involved in other ways.

Being someone who used to work out with a personal trainer three times a week I know how expensive it can get. This is a great deal. I’m going to be jealous of the lucky people that get picked for this program.

Come out the Clay Madsen Recreation Center to hear from the Ambassadors what the program is all about. The Sport Capital of Texas Ambassadors are still taking applications for Round to Rock until Tuesday, August 11. To get the details and the application about Round to Rock visit www.roundtorock.com.

Register for Kids' Clubhouse After School Program

Elysabeth Bean — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 15:45:00 GMT

The Kids’ Clubhouse After School Program is now taking registration for the next school year. For those who have registered for Kids’ Clubhouse in the past, you can register this week for the program. Those who have not registered before can do so next week starting on July 6.

Kids’ Clubhouse is a popular after school program for children in grades K-5. This program runs through the regular school year and operates Monday – Friday from 2:45 pm to 6 pm at the Clay Madsen Recreation Center.

The Kids’ Clubhouse provides daily activities including homework/reading time, small and large group activities, sports, arts and crafts, science and nature, and special events.

Availability goes fast so register as soon as you can! There are different payment options available. All registrations occur at the Clay Madsen Recreation Center Administration Office, Monday-Friday, from 8 am to 6 pm.

For more information see the Kids’ Clubhouse page on the City of Round Rock website under the Parks and Recreation tab. If you have questions call the Clay Madsen Recreation Center at (512)218-3220.

Clay Madsen Recreation Center pool is closing June 18-21.

Elysabeth Bean — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 15:32:00 GMT

Thursday, June 18 the Clay Madsen Recreation Center pool will be closed for maintenance. The pool will remain closed through June 21, but will open again on June 22. While the pool is closed all aquatic programs that take place at Clay Madsen are cancelled.

If you are looking for fun visit one of the City’s outdoor pools. If you are looking for exercise don’t forget that the Clay Madsen Recreation Center has other amenities, such as, a weight room, basketball courts, racquetball and tennis courts.

If you have any questions call 512-218-3220.

Slam'n Jam'n idea for summer fun!

Elysabeth Bean — Mon, 01 Jun 2009 15:08:00 GMT

All City pools open this Thursday, June 4. Check out the website to see the hours and fees. They can’t accept checks at the pool so bring cash! Visit the website for hours and fees for each pool. www.roundrocktexas.gov/pools

Are you looking for other summer fun? There are sports camps going on through out the summer for many different sports. Slam’n Jam’n basketball camp is June 8-12. Children 5-9 years-old go to camp from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and children 10-15 years-old go from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. The camp is the Clay Madsen Recreation Center. The fee to participate is $79 for residents of the city. Non-residents can participate for $84.

Collegiate coaches will teach boys and girls the basic fundamentals of shooting, dribbling, passing, rebounding, offensive and defensive strategies. Participants are to wear comfortable gym clothes and tennis shoes. All Slam’n Jam’n participants will receive a T-shirt and basketball.

You can register for this summer sports camp or check out and register for other sports camps at www.roundrockrecreation.com.

Skatepark closure extended

Terri Waggoner — Fri, 01 May 2009 13:56:00 GMT

Rain, rain go away come again another day!!! While we love to get rain in Round Rock, it delayed some of the concrete pouring and maintenance work at the Round Rock Skatepark and therefore, the skate park closure is now extended. The skatepark will reopen Thursday, May 7.

Parks and Rec programs online

Terri Waggoner — Fri, 13 Feb 2009 14:30:00 GMT

Registration begins March 30 for parks and recreation summer programs. In the meantime, customers can look online at www.roundrockrecreation.com and browse the programs offered in the summer by Round Rock Parks and Recreation.

Be the first in line when registration begins on March 30, by going online in advance and selecting the programs for you and your family. While the printed program guide won't be available until mid-March, customers can currently browse all programs now. So, if you're trying to figure out swim lessons, summer camp, sports camps, tennis or golf lessons for the summer, head to roundrockrecreation.com.