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CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS DIRECTORY

PINES

Clubs & Organizations

4 KIDS IN NEED

Our mission is to bring hope, encouragement, awareness, joy and laughter to children and their families at our local children’s hospitals and orphanages. “Please help us continue to help others”. Donate to: 4Kids In Need 7958 Pines Blvd #201 Pembroke Pines, FL. 33024 (954) 439-1878 Heroes with a mission. “Changing the world one child at a time”. 4KidsInNeed.Org.

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF BROWARD COUNTY

Help children reach their full potential, through professionally supported, and one-to-one relationships with measurable impact. To learn more about becoming a mentor, enrolling your child into the programs, or making a donation, visit their website at bbbsbroward.org, or email info@bbbsbroward.org. 4101 Ravenswood Road, Suite 202, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33312. (954) 584-9990. www.bbbsbroward.org.

BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF BROWARD COUNTY

Special focus on at-risk youth between ages 7-18 years old, with 13 facilities serving 12,000 registered members. To learn more about becoming involved with the local Boys & Girls Clubs visit their website at www.bgcbc.org - 877 NW 61st Street, Ft. Lauderdale 33309. (954) 537-1010.

BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA - SOUTH FLORIDA COUNCIL

The South Florida Council is the local chapter (founded in 1911) of the Boy Scouts of America and offers year-round programs created to develop character, citizenship, leadership, life skills, and fitness in youth. We proudly serve youth in the South Florida counties of Broward, Miami-Dade, and Monroe. The mission of the Boy Scouts of America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law. Cub Scouts ages 5-10, Scouts BSA for boys & girls ages 11-18, Venturing Co-Ed ages 13 -20. Visit sfcbsa.org.

BROWARD MEALS ON WHEELS

Offering quality nutrition services to the seniors of Broward County. We provide essential services that improve health, reduce isolation and promote independent living for seniors in our community. Helping seniors live with dignity and happiness is at the heart of what we do. To Volunteer, donate or apply for meals please contact us: (954) 731-8770 or visit www.mowsoflo.org. 451 N. State Road 7, Plantation 33317.

FALCON FOUNDATION

It started in 2000 as Get Flanagan A Stadium Inc. to raise awareness, and funds for a stadium at Charles W. Flanagan High School. Falcon Foundation Inc. is the non-profit’s new name. It focuses on student achievement in academics, arts & athletics, teacher training, and support of Flanagan High and its’ feeder schools. Sponsorship packages start at $500 per year. For more information contact Henry A. Rose, President of Falcon Foundation, Inc. or write to falconfoundation@ aol.com. For more information visit www.FlanaganFalconFoundation.com. (754) 323-0650.

GIRL SCOUTS OF SOUTHEAST FLORIDA

Provides informal educational programs for girls between ages 5–17. A safe and fun place for girls to discover, connect and take action. Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence and character, who make the world a better place. 6944 Lake Worth Road, Lake Worth 33467. (561) 427-0177. www.gssef.org.

KIWANIS CLUB OF MIRAMAR/ PEMBROKE PINES

Share in fellowship, listen to informative speakers, enjoy lunch and/or dinner, announce activities and determine ways to better serve and enrich the lives of those in our community. All are welcome. Become a Kiwanian and help the children! Club Meetings are the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of each month, 7:30AM, at Latin Flavor Cafe, 11368 Miramar Parkway in Miramar. For more information visit www.kiwanismiramarpines.com or email kiwanismpp@gmail.com.

KIDS CLUB AT HUMANE SOCIETY OF BROWARD COUNTY

Do you love animals? Do you want to learn more about taking care of dogs, cats and other pets? Do you want to help the homeless animals? Then join Reggie’s Kids Club at the Humane Society of Broward County. The Club meets once a month, for an hour and a half, after school. Two clubs: The Lil Pups, ages 6 to 8 years old, and The Big Dogs, ages 9-12 years old. To sign up download a registration form at www.humanebroward.com. 2070 Griffin Road, 2nd Floor, Ft. Lauderdale 33312. (954) 989-3977.

KIDS IN DISTRESS

For 45 years Kids In Distress (KID) has been on a mission to prevent child abuse, preserve the family, and treat children who have been abused and/or neglected. We are able to carry out that mission through our foster care, kinship care, a variety of prevention and intervention services, family counseling center, and KID preschool and after care programs because of the tremendous support we receive. You or your business can help by becoming a committee member, sponsor, underwriter, guest, or volunteer! www.kidinc.org. (954) 390-7654.

MAKE-A-WISH FOUNDATION OF SOUTHERN FLORIDA, INC.

Each wish experience exceeds even the child’s expectations, transporting them from a world of doctors, and hospitals, to a world where anything is possible. The foundation grants wishes to children between the ages of 2-18 with life-threatening health conditions. 4491 South State Road 7, Suite 201, Fort Lauderdale 33314. (954) 967-9474. www.sfla.wish.org.

MOPS - MOTHERS OF PRESCHOOLERS

A place to find friendship, resources, and support for you as a woman and mother, so you’re not alone. Moms have found community through MOPS for almost 40 years. MOPS stands for “Mothers of Preschoolers”, but don’t let that confuse you, MOPS is about meeting the needs of every mom of a child, from conception through kindergarten, with local groups of moms just like you, whether you’re urban, suburban, rural, stay-at-home, working, teen, adoptive, special-needs, single or married, For more information visit www.mops.org or call Toll Free: (888) 910-6677.

POLICE EXPLORER PROGRAM

This Program educates youth, ages 14 - 21, about careers in law enforcement. The teens must be in high school, have a 2.0 grade average, be of good moral values, have never committed any crimes, and be interested in law enforcement. Meetings are normally held on Wednesday nights at the Police Department headquarters from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more information, call 954-436-3274.

ROTARY CLUB OF MIRAMAR-PINES

Rotary is an organization of business and professional leaders, united worldwide, who provide humanitarian service, encourage high ethical standards in all vocations, and help build good will and peace in the world. The main objective of Rotary is service, in the community, workplace, and throughout the world. Meetings are at 12:15PM on Thursdays via Zoom meeting until further notice. www.rotaryclubofmiramarpines.com. Contact Ligia at lichalic3@me.com for Zoom information.

SOUTH FLORIDA MOTHERS OF MULTIPLES

South Florida Mothers of Multiples (a registered d/b/a of CSMOMS) is a non-profit organization committed to supporting parents of multiples in South Florida. We are a diverse group of moms who get together with our little ones for educational and social activities throughout the tri-county area. Our moms also get together to share new tips and parenting advice, swap stories and just have a good time. We offer support for our members such as educational guest speakers, coupon & clothing exchanges, product samples, discussion forums, fundraisers and more. You may contact the group online at president@csmoms.org or southfloridamoms.org or www.facebook.com/SFLMOMS/.

THE SOUTH FLORIDA TRAIL RIDERS OF BROWARD

The South Florida Trail Riders of Broward was established in 1979 to promote equestrian activities in South Florida. The Club’s activities include trail rides, fun shows and desensitizing clinics, campouts with horses and community service projects. A newsletter is published monthly with the schedule of events and activities. To contact the club regarding membership or activities go online to trailridersofbroward.com. The mailing address is SFTR Broward, P.O. box 290332, Davie, FL 33329.

TOMORROW’S RAINBOW

Tomorrow’s Rainbow is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation registered in the state of Florida. It is a special place for children that have experienced the death of a loved one. Located in Coconut Creek, the Tomorrow’s Rainbow Ranch is a unique setting for equine-assisted grief support, offered free of charge, to children and teens that have experienced the death of a loved one. Through an innovative program that combines facilitated peer support groups with miniature horse interactions and therapeutic play, grieving children are guided through their own unique grief journey in a way that is meaningful to them. An emotionally safe place for hope and healing through guidance, education and support. Contact: Abby Mosher at (954) 978-2390 or www.TomorrowsRainbow.org.

VOICES FOR CHILDREN OF BROWARD COUNTY

Nonprofit organization dedicated to raising money for and awareness of the Guardian Ad Litem Program, which provides an advocate for abused and neglected children. Children benefit greatly from the advocacy of a Guardian ad Litem, a trained volunteer from the community, who simply wants to make sure the best interests of the children are served. The Guardian ad Litem program recruits, trains and supervises volunteers who work one on one with these children. To join, support or learn more about volunteering as a Guardian Ad Litem, email info@voicesbroward.org or visit www.voicesbroward.org.

BASEBALL

BASEBALL / SOFTBALL CAGES AT ALLGOLF Open M–F 9am – 9pm, Sat. & Sun. 8am – 9 pm. Outdoor baseball/ softball cages. Variable speeds available for game-like conditions. 950 N. Flamingo Road (at CB Smith Park entrance), Pembroke Pines. (954) 441-1333, www.allgolf.com. We follow ALL CDC Guidelines. Masks Required Inside Building, Social Distancing & Hand Sanitizing Stations provided.

PEMBROKE LAKES OPTIMIST BASEBALL Ages 4 ½–15 coed, recreational and travel teams. Fall Season: September – November, registration June - August, tryouts early September. Spring Season: February – May. Fees: $80 – $180 residents. There is an additional $65 non-resident fee. Fees may change. Copy of birth certificate and proof of residency is required. Flamingo Park, 1900 NW 122 Terrace, Pembroke Pines. (954) 906-1215. www.pembrokelakesoptimist.com.

WEST PEMBROKE PINES OPTIMIST BASEBALL & TRAVEL BASEBALL Ages 3–16, recreational and travel teams. Spring & Fall Seasons. Fees based on age by April 30: Ages 4U RESIDENT $120/season, NON-RESIDENT $220; Ages 6U RESIDENT $140/season, NONRESIDENT $240; Ages 8U, 10U, 12U, 14U & 16U $170/season, NON-RESIDENT $270 (fees may change). Spring Registration held in November & December. Fall Season August - November. Registration through August. Pembroke Shores Park, 501 SW 172nd Avenue, Pembroke Pines. (954) 425-9144. Visit our website @ WESTPINESBASEBALL.COM. Text WPPObaseball to 72727 for text updates. EMAIL: info@wppobaseball.com.

PEMBROKE PINES OPTIMIST BASEBALL Ages 3–15: co-ed, recreational and travel teams. Fees vary per team and program. Please see website for details. Fall Season: July/August. Spring Season: March – June. All registrations are done online: pembrokepinesoptimist.com/ppobaseball. WEST PINES PANTHERS CHEER Pasadena Park, Corner of Sheridan & Douglas at 8815 Pasadena Blvd. Pembroke Pines 33024. Cheer Ages- 4-16 CO-ED teams available Non-Pembroke Pines residents out of city fee applies. 2022 Registration season is now open. Season runs May- December. Jay Rosado (954) 303-3033, pasadenapanthersfootball@gmail.com. Please check our website for up-to-date information www.wppofootball.com. IG wppo.cheer.

PEMBROKE PINES OPTIMIST FOOTBALL CHEERLEADING - AYFL 7400 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines. Ages 3–15. Registration: MARCH – JULY. Season: July – November. Commissioner: Jessica Hoisington, (954) 471-2630, www.ppobengals.org. • TACKLE CHEER: (ages 6–15) Registration fees posted online.

Included are a PPO cheer bag, a practice uniform, use of game uniform and spirit day. Some extra expenses do occur, please call or email for more information. • MINI CHEER: (ages 3–5) Registration fees posted online. Mini cheerleaders will get a practice uniform, a cheer bag, and use of a game uniform. ($10 off for siblings). Fees may change. Some extra expenses do occur, please call or email for more information.

FOOTBALL

PEMBROKE PINES OPTIMIST (PPO) BENGALS FOOTBALL – AYFL 7400 Pines Blvd., Pembroke Pines - Clubhouse and Park. ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY. For more information, visit www.ppobengals.org. Email: ppofootball@yahoo.com.. Come join AYFL’s top football program. • TACKLE FOOTBALL: Ages 5–13. Season: July – November. Spring training in May. Registration: March. Spots are limited and teams fill quickly. Fees are posted online. • MIGHTY MITES TACKLE: Ages 5–6. Season: July – November.

Spring training in May. Registration: March. Spots are limited and teams fill quickly. Fees are posted online.

WEST PINES PANTHERS FOOTBALL Pasadena Park, Corner of Sheridan & Douglas at 8815 Pasadena Blvd. Pembroke Pines 33024. TACKLE FOOTBALL: Ages 4 - 14 Co-Ed $250.00. Non-Pembroke Pines residents out of city fee applies. 2022 Registration is now open. Season runs May - November. Jay Rosado (954) 303-3033, pasadenapanthersfootball@gmail.com. Please check our website for up-to-date information www.wppofootball.com. IG wppo.panthers.

GOLF

ALL GOLF – PUBLIC Lighted driving range, open 7 days a week with 60 hitting stations (covered and grass are available) and short game area. Two 18-hole adventurous mini-golf courses. Fully stocked pro-shop with major brands. 950 N. Flamingo Rd., Pembroke Pines (At entrance to CB Smith Park). (954) 441-1333. www.allgolf.com. We follow ALL CDC Guidelines. Masks Required Inside Building, Social Distancing & Hand Sanitizing Stations provided.

PEMBROKE LAKES COUNTRY CLUB – PUBLIC COURSE 10500 Taft Street, Pembroke Pines (954) 431-4144, www.pcmgolf.com. 18 hole championship golf course with updated carts and state of the art GPS System. Spacious driving range and putting greens along with a challenging bunker area for chipping. PGA staff, fully stocked golf shop, clubhouse and affordable golf rates all year long. Group and individual lessons available. Banquet facilities are available. Call for prices and times.

PARK AVENUE GYMNASTICS COOPER CITY Park Avenue Gymnastics, the top Gymnastics School in South Florida since 1985. We offer a variety of classes for boys and girls of all ages & skill levels from Mom & Tot through Competitive teams. It is our goal at Park Avenue to develop fitness, character and self-esteem in children through the sport of Gymnastics. Register online at www.parkavenuegymnastics.com or call (954) 434-0099. 12239 SW 53rd Street, Cooper City 33330.

GYMNASTICS PALACE Gymnastics Palace Camp provides children with a variety of structured fitness and sports activities with ample time for free play. Every camp day, campers enjoy Gymnastics, Ninja, Trampoline, Tumbling, Cheer, Fitness, Games and more! We include all kinds of creative tasks to help children appreciate the joys of living, learning and staying active! Camp is open for children ages 5 and up. Register today and get the early bird discount online at www.GymnasticsPalace.com.

HORSEBACK RIDING & EQUESTRIAN

4X4 STABLES The friendly staff, the beautiful, well trained horses, the educated coaches, and the lovely countryfield atmosphere is what makes 4x4 STABLES unique. At the beautiful location in Southwest Ranches we are here at your service with Riding lessons, Therapeutic Riding, Couching, Boarding Services, Parties, Corporate Events, Weddings, Birthday Party, Season Camps,Summer Camp, Trail Rides and more! We look forward to seeing you at 4x4 STABLES where we can share our love of horses with you. Hablamos español. 14101 Luray Road, Southwest Ranches 33330. (754) 368-3009.

MARTIAL ARTS

GRACIE BARRA JIU-JITSU PEMBROKE PINES Gracie Barra is the most trusted name in martial arts, with over 850 schools worldwide. Jiu-Jitsu and Self-Defense programs for kids, adults, and women-only. Finding the right martial arts program for your kids can be hard, but we make it easy here at Gracie Barra. With certified instructors, clean facilities, and affordable prices we offer a safe environment for your children to have fun while learning. Ages 4+, Classes M-F 5pm & 6pm - 12592 Pines Blvd. #103, Pembroke Pines 33027. (954) 440-8966. www.gbpembroke.com. SHAOLIN KUNG FU ACADEMY Our SUMMER CAMP is filled with fun and exciting activities each and every day. Campers learn self-defense skills, weapons training, martial arts routines, and gymnastics. Campers will also enjoy activities like ICE SKATING, SWIMMING, GYMNASTICS, MOVIES, BOWLING, ROCKET WORLD, LASER TAG, DODGE BALL TOURNAMENT, NINJA TOURNAMENT and more. Save 50% with EARLY REGISTRATION before MAY 15, 2022. Family owned for over 18 years. 20841 Johnson St., Unit 101, Pembroke Pines, FL 33029. (954)450-4666. www.theshaolinacademy.com

OLYMPIC WEIGHTLIFTING

SOUTH FLORIDA KID’S WEIGHTLIFTING Olympic weightlifting is not about lifting heavy weights. At South Florida Kid’s Weightlifting, we focus on physical stability, coordination, balance, and work on building a good physical foundation that will prepare your child for life. Lifting weights strengthens the entire muscular -skeletal system including tendons and ligaments as well as training & building muscles, in preparation for all types of sports and physical activities. Contact us today for your child’s FREE evaluation. We look forward to training your child. Visit SFLkidsfit.com or call Paul at (954) 668-9787 for more information.

SOCCER

PEMBROKE PINES OPTIMIST CLUB SOCCER PROGRAM Located at Pines Recreation Center, 7400 Pines Blvd, Pembroke Pines. For full details on our programs, please visit www.pembrokepinessoccer.com or email us at pposoccer@yahoo.com. • RECREATIONAL SOCCER: Boys and girls, ages 4 to 18. Season runs from mid-November to mid-March. Pricing online. • COMPETITIVE (TRAVEL) SOCCER: Boys and girls, ages 7 to 18.

Program runs year round and is tryout based.

(SOCCER CONT.) CITY OF PEMBROKE PINES SOCCER PROGRAMS Contact Renee Nunez at rnunez@ppines.com or call (954) 517-8450. Soccer Trainings are all located at the West Pines Soccer Park, 350 SW 196th Avenue, Pembroke Pines 33029. Go to Civic Rec at the following location online to sign up. https://secure.rec1.com/FL/pembroke-pines-fl/catalog • 2022 FALL RECREATIONAL SEASON: Season dates: August 22nd to November 5th, 2022. The registration dates for this season is on line starting on June 1st at 12am and ending on June 10th at 12am.

Cost: $160.00 if Pembroke Pines resident. All out of city residents must pay a $65.00 non-resident fee ($185 + $65= $ 250.00). A late fee of $ 25.00 is charged after our last registration date on June 11th. Refund policy: If a refund is requested you will be charged a $30.00 administration fee plus any additional cost incurred if any practices/uniforms given/any games were played. If you have any question please email Renee Nunez at rnunez@ppines.com.

WEST PINES UNITED F.C. West Pines United FC offers a competitive soccer program for boys and girls that runs from August to May. With three times a week practices held by licensed Coaches and weekend games. Club consists of travel soccer and runs a Youth Academy program for smaller age groups between 4-10 years old. Youth Academy has two or three times a week practices, with two games per session. The annual West Pines Kickoff Classic Tournament for Boys and Girls is held every October. Tryouts are held in May for the upcoming season. For more information, you can reach at info@westpinesunited.org or visit us at WestpinesUnited.org.

WOMEN’S OVER 40 RECREATIONAL SOCCER LEAGUE Games are played 8v8, on turf on Friday evenings at 7pm at Bamford Park, 3801 S. Pine Island Road in Davie. The level of play is recreational, and beginners are welcome. Games are played with FIFA rules minus the offsides rule. Individuals only; no team sign-ups. Cost is $100 per person. For further information, please call or text Alicia Poole at (954) 554-1198. WEST PINES GIRLS SOFTBALL Home of the Diamond Dusters, West Pines Girls Softball is non-profit organization focused on providing a safe environment for female athletes ages 6 and up to grow and learn to love the game of softball. Our clubhouse and fields are located at Silver Lakes South Park 17601 SW 2nd St. in Pembroke Pines. Monday through Sunday you can find female athletes of all ages being introduced, practicing, training and playing Softball. Over the last 20 years we have helped thousands of female athletes from ages 6 and up reach their full potential on and off the field. Many who have developed through our recreational softball program to become elite level players in travel ball, high school, and achieved scholarships to play in college. If you would like more information about our organization or you would like to join, volunteer, or donate please reach out to us by Phone: (305) 762-9762, Email: infodiamonddusters@gmail.com or visit our website www.diamonddustersfl.com. Please feel free to come out and visit with us sometime, our doors are always open.

PINES THUNDER – FLETCHER MEMORIAL PARK Website: www.pinesthundersoftball.com. PARK PHONE: (954) 981-3077. 7960 Johnson Street, Pembroke Pines. Home of Pines Thunder! Girls’ fast pitch softball leagues, ages 5–18. Seasons: FALL & SPRING. Registration for Fall: August. Fall Season September - November. Registration for Spring: January – February. Fees (may change): Resident $120, Non-resident $200. All-Star Thunder Travel Team and High School College Showcase Team (8–18) travels during summer season, interested players contact Pedro Herrera, President, pinesthundersoftball@gmail.com, (954) 394-0974.

SWIMMING

SWIM LESSONS Teaches aquatics skills in a technical progression. Comprised of 6 skill levels, from Parent and Child Aquatic Classes to Adult Swim Lessons. Classes are limited to 8 students. Pre-registration required. Sessions will be held Monday - Thursday for 2 weeks. Swim Lesson Locations: TownGate Pool: Summer Lessons May – September. Summer Swim Lessons registration begins March 2022. Swim lesson registration location: TownGate Pool, 901 NW 155 Ave., Pembroke Pines. (954) 450-6895. Registration Hours: Monday - Thursday 10:00am – 4:00pm, Cost per 8 lessons: Pembroke Pines Resident: $45 & Non-Residents: $57.

CITY OF PEMBROKE PINES POOLS DAILY ENTRANCE FEES: Residents: $1.50/Adults – $1.00/Children, Non-residents: $3.00/Adults – $2.00/Children. Pool Memberships Available. • ACADEMIC VILLAGE POOL: 17198 Sheridan Street, (954) 538-3721. • ROSE PRICE PARK POOL: 901 NW 208th Avenue, (954) 435-6599. Closed November – April. May & September

Weekends 10:00am – 6:00pm. June – September Weekends only 10:00am – 6:00pm. October Weekends only 10:00am-5:00pm. • PEMBROKE LAKES POOL: 10500 Taft Street, (954) 435-6580. Hours: October – May Weekends Only 10:00am - 5:00pm. June - September Weekdays 10:00am - 6:00pm & Weekends 10:00am – 6:00pm. • TOWNGATE POOL: 901 NW 155th Avenue, (954) 450-6895.

Hours: Closed November – April. May & September Weekdays 1:00pm – 8:00pm & Weekends 10:00am-6:00pm. June -

August Weekdays10:00am – 8:00pm & Weekends 10:00am – 6:00pm. October Weekdays 1:00pm-5:00pm & Weekends 10:00am – 5:00pm. • WALDEN LAKE POOL: 20460 SW 1st Street, (954) 450-6865.

Closed Until Further Notice. All Pool hours subject to change please call swimming pool for current hours of operation.