A nice place for a staycation

Featured By Linda Trischitta, Editor Thursday, August 14, 2025

If you are taking a staycation this summer, Miami Lakes is a fun place to enjoy time off from work. The town offers lots of free or cheap activities. Here are just a few: Compete on municipal tennis and pickleball courts at Optimist Park ......

After school sports for kids at Shula’s Athletic Club

Sports By Megan Jacobo, Reporter Tuesday, October 13, 2020

Shula’s Athletic Club is offering a variety of after school programs for children of all ages.

--Sports fitness activities are designed for those in grades Kindergarten through 8, and meet Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.

    The kids play a wide variety of sports, drills and activities.

     The monthly cost is $132 for members, $156 for non-members. Space is limited to 10 kids.

--The KidsFit program has fun, military-style circuit fitness training designed for ages 8 -12. It meets Tuesday and Thursday, from 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

     The cost per session is $14 for members and $18 for non-members; class packages are also available.

--The basketball program teaches technique, including ball handling, footwork, shooting, speed and agility.

      Sessions are on Saturday for one hour and cost $17 for members, $21 for non-members.

--Tennis for beginner and advanced players, space is limited and prices vary.

     Ages 5 - 7 meet Tuesday and Thursday from 4 p.m. – 5 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.

     Ages 7 - 12 meet Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 5 p.m. – 6 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. Ages 12 and older meet weekdays from 6 p.m.  – 7 p.m.  Six players per class, reservations are recommended.

     For more information about the gym, at 15150 Bull Run Road, or to make a reservation, call 305-825-8025 or visit online.