The Recreation Ministry at First Woodway provides recreation facilities and activities all year long that give all people the opportunity to strive for healthy and active living. It is the Recreation Staff’s desire that all people feel safe and welcome while they connect with their neighbors in our facilities.
Upcoming MAC Events
MAC Summer Basketball League
Games: Sundays & Thursdays: June 2 – July 28
Our MAC Summer Basketball League is back! This highly competitive league will begin June 2 and will be played on Sunday afternoons and Thursday evenings throughout June and July (excluding June 16 and July 4). Each team will play seven regular season games and will have a chance to compete for the League Championship in a double-elimination-style tournament towards the end of July. Please contact Trevor Jackson for more information.
24-Hour Pray + Play | Aug 9-10 | 6:00 pm – 6:00 pm | MAC
Join us at the MAC for our second annual 24-Hour Pray and Play! Last year we experienced the wonder of praying and playing basketball for 24 hours straight and are eager to gather again this year to commune with God and fellowship with one another in this unique way. Whether you come for a few minutes or a few hours, we hope you’ll join us for this special time of prayer and play on the basketball court. No RSVP required. If you have any questions or would like to know more, please contact Trevor Jackson.
84 Runners: Splash ‘n’ Dash 5K Run | Aug 17 | 8:00 am | MAC Parking Lot
This family friendly dash in the Texas heat will feature a cool splash by a fire truck! We will have drinks, snacks, and door prizes after the run. Be sure to invite your friends and neighbors! No registration is needed; please consider a $5 donation to offset costs. Stay up-to-date on all run events on the 84 Runners Facebook Page.
84 Runners: Shipley Donut Dash | Oct 19 | 8:30 am | MAC Parking Lot
It’s time for our annual Shipley Donut Dash 5K! This fun run supports a local non-profit and includes age division awards, medals, door prizes, food and drinks, and of course…DONUTS after the race. We are in need of volunteers to help with set-up and tear down. Please email René Maciel if you can help. Sign-up to run online or on the church app.
Narrow Road Hiking Club
Narrow Road Hiking Club (NRHC) is a group that meets on weekdays, Saturday mornings, and Sunday afternoons to adventure through God’s creation together. We are excited to announce that Jen Martinsen, Adjunct Faculty in HHPR (Health, Human Performance, & Recreation) at Baylor, will be the new leader of this group. You can reach out to Jen with any questions at putty66@mac.com or by phone at (254) 717-2997. Keep in the loop by joining our Narrow Road Hiking Club Facebook page for updates!
MAC Fitness Room + Walking Track Hours
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 6:00 – 11:00 am | 4:00 – 7:00 pm
Tuesday: 6:00 – 11:00 am | 4:00 – 7:00 pm
Wednesday: 6:00 – 11:00 am | Closed
Thursday: 6:00 – 11:00 am | 4:00 – 7:00 pm
Friday: 6:00 – 11:00 am | 4:00 – 7:00 pm
Saturday: 8:00 am to 12:00 noon
Fitness Classes
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Be sure to fill out this fitness class payment form! Click here.
Participation Form
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BASKETBALL
Pray & Play
Monday: 7:00 – 9:00 pm
Monday, Wednesday + Friday: 5:45 – 7:45 am (RSVP required; email Trevor Jackson)
A time of basketball and prayer for one another
Summer League
June 2 – July 28
Sundays + Thursdays
(No games on June 16 and July 4)
Each of the eight teams will play seven regular season games and will have a chance to compete for the League Championship in a double-elimination-style tournament towards the end of July. This is a highly competitive league. (Questions? Email Trevor Jackson)
Pickleball
Monday: 5:00 – 7:00 pm
Tuesday: 6:00 – 7:30 am + 4:00 – 6:00 pm
Thursday: 6:00 – 7:30 am + 4:00 – 6:00 pm
Friday: 5:00 – 7:00 pm
Saturday: 8:00 -11:00 am (Beginner Friendly)
Fitness Classes
Pilates
Monday and Friday: 9:00 – 10:00 am
Leader: Bonnie Luft
Chair Pilates (Free for Senior Adults)
Monday and Friday: 10:15 – 11:00 am
Leader: Bonnie Luft
Strength and Stretch
Tuesday and Thursday: 9:00 – 10:00 am
Leaders: Paula Roberson
Aerobics (Free)
Wednesday: 9:00 am – 10:00 am
Leader: Bonnie Luft
*There is a payment process for our Fitness Classes. You may visit each class twice for free! Click here for the fitness class payment form.
Family Time
Saturday: 11:00 am – Noon (except for the last Saturday of the month)
A family-friendly time in the gym for games
Summer Family Game Nights
June 11 – July 23 (No games July 2)
Tuesday: 7:00 – 8:00 pm
Wild family games followed by some cool summer treats! No need to sign up – just show up!
Jun 11 – Dodgeball
Jun 18 – Nitroball/Newcomb
Jun 25 – Castleball
Jul 9 – Scoop-a-Noodle
Jul 16 – Mat Ball
Jul 23 – Inflatables
84 RUNNERS
This group is open for any runners or walkers and meets the first and third Saturday of each month. Special race events are held throughout the year. Please contact René Maciel for more information.
To learn more about 84 Runners and upcoming runs, check out our 84 Runners Facebook Group!
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Gymnasium
Basketballs, volleyballs, and other equipment is available to be checked out at the Service Desk. Just ask for help and we will get you what you need!
- Basketball: a full court gym, equipped with six basketball goals – four side goals can be lowered for younger players
- Volleyball: a full volleyball court, or can be set as two half-courts
- Locker Rooms: men’s and women’s locker rooms are available with showers and changing areas
Workout Room
The workout room, on the second floor of the MAC, is open to anyone age 18 years or older. Because of heavy weights, and machinery with moving parts, it is unsafe for any children to be in the room.
- Precor cardio equipment: 3 recumbent bikes, 2 treadmills, 2 ellipticals
- Cybex strength stations: chest press, overhead press, lat pull, seated leg curl, leg extension, leg press, functional strength trainer
- Free Weights: 3 racks of dumbbells and weighted bars
- Other: benches, yoga mats, and more
Walking Track
The second floor provides an indoor walking track, open to the gym floor below.
Outdoor Fields & Playground
- Just outside the MAC doors is a large playground area with picnic tables, monkey bars, swing sets, see-saws, a fort with slides, and more.
- Across the parking lot are several play fields for baseball, soccer, and flag football.
Meeting Space
- The Party Room is an all-purpose room located on the first floor next to the gym. It includes a small kitchen area with an ice machine, refrigerator, sink, oven and stove.
- The MAC Parlor is a formal room located off the front foyer of the MAC. It features large floor-to-ceiling windows and is lightly furnished.
Facility Rental
Community members are welcome to use the MAC. The facility is heavily used for school and church activities on a weekly basis. Rental availability is scheduled around church/school usage. To learn more about fees and available times, please contact Ashlyn Goranov and click here to fill out a MAC Facility Rental Form.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can my team reserve the gym?
Yes, however, our available times are limited due to church and school use. Please contact Trevor Jackson for details.
2. Can anyone come to the MAC?
Yes. The MAC is open to any and all. On your first visit you will be required to fill out a MAC Participation Release Waiver (click here to fill it out prior to your visit).
3. Is the Fitness Room open to anyone?
No. You must be 18 years or older to enter into the Fitness Room. Even if those younger are just observing, they still may not enter the Fitness Room.
4. Are there any age requirements for the MAC?
Yes. For those under the age of 13, a parent must be with them at all times while at the MAC. For those between the ages of 13 and 15, a parent must be with them on their first visit to fill out a waiver and so that we may have a parent phone number in case of emergency. As for anyone older than the age of 15, we view as adults. They may fill out a waiver and be on their own at the MAC.
5. Can I rent out the MAC and/or MAC rooms for special events?
Yes, however, the event will have to be requested via this form. For ministry events, there should be no fee. For events that are not connected to a ministry, there will be a fee. For those events, please fill out this form. For any and all rental questions, please ask Ashlyn Goranov.
CrossRoads – Pre-Game Devo
Athletes, parents, and sport fans, we know the games are here and we want to walk with you! Introducing CrossRoads — a pre-game devo that will help get your heart right so that you can play right. Sign up for a pre-game devo every Friday from Case Smith! Text “CROSSROADS” to 254-845-7835 or click here to go to our CrossRoads webpage.