The Greenbrier Sporting Club » Equestrian

Riding High in The Saddle at The Summit

GBSC — Wed, 26 Oct 2011 22:20:33 +0000

The most perfect place available to ride at The Greenbrier Sporting Club has to be at the pinnacle of Greenbrier Mountain, just a short distance from our Summit Lodge.

This year Sporting Club horses Lily, Daisy, Bootsie, Sunny and Gus can be found pastured on top of Greenbrier Mountain, providing Sporting Club members with a whole new environment to explore while trail riding. The horses enjoy their own fenced in pasture, complete with shelter and running water. Rides start at Jackson Circle and are in Western saddles, unless English saddles are specifically requested.

Trail rides are available for riders of all skill levels. Beginners can take a relaxing ride through The Summit neighborhoods while more advanced riders can choose a variety of trails, including part of The Summit Trail, which features incredible views of The Snead and The Greenbrier resort. With luck riders may see local fauna including wild turkey and deer.

Several members and their guests have taken our fantastic four-legged beauties out on these fun new trails, and they are looking forward to returning again soon. If you haven’t had a chance to experience for yourself then you still have some time to schedule before the horses go back down the mountain for the winter. Catch a warm day and sneak in a ride before the snow falls.

Enjoy a taste of the Sporting Life by viewing some trail riding photos from a couple weeks ago. We caught a beautiful warm fall day…absolutely perfect for experiencing this new amenity while our guides, Dawn Holliday and Kelly Kirk, showed us the best trail at The Summit!

Thanksgiving at The Greenbrier Sporting Club

GBSC — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 21:45:08 +0000

Spend Thanksgiving at The Greenbrier Sporting Club! Here’s some highlights for that week. Be sure to DOWNLOAD the full schedule of events – CLICK HERE.

THURSDAY, November 24 – SUNDAY, November 27, 2011

THURSDAY, 11/24 (Thanksgiving Day):

9am > Strength Class at the GSC Fitness Center

10am > Yoga at the GSC Fitness Center

4-8pm > Thanksgiving Buffet at The Lodge*

4-8pm > Family Style Dinner at The Summit*

*$65/A & $35/C, ages 8-13 & $15/C, under 8
*Reservations required at The Lodge & Summit Restaurants

Thanksgiving To-Go Orders available. Must be placed by November 17th. To be picked up between 1-5pm on Thursday, November 24th. Please contact the Concierge Desk at 304-647-6440 to place your order.

FRIDAY, November 11/25:

10am > FitFusion at the GSC Fitness Center

10am > Shotgun “Toughman” Golf Competition on The Snead*

10am > Children’s Fall Craft at The Lodge*

10am > Culinary Demo at The Lodge*

2pm > Open Climb at the GSC Fitness Center

4pm > Children’s Dodgeball at The Summit Barn*

4pm > Drink Mixology Demo at The Summit Lounge*

4-6pm > Happy Hour in The Lodge Lounge*

*Please download the full Thanksgiving Program for more details

SATURDAY, November 11/26:

9:45am > Children’s Cookie Decorating & Craft at The Lodge*

10am > Beginners Strength at the GSC Fitness Center

10am > Community Association Meeting in The Crystal Room at The Greenbrier

1-3pm > Pony Camp at the GSC Stables*

2pm > Open Climb at the GSC Fitness Center

Dusk > Astronomy at The Summit

6pm > Wine Dinner at The Lodge Private Dining Room*

*Please download the full Thanksgiving Program for more details

SUNDAY, November 11/27:

10am > Beginners Strength at the GSC Fitness Center

10am-12pm > Pony Camp at the GSC Stables*

10am > Kettlebell at the GSC Fitness Center

YOUNG EXPLORERS PROGRAM – AVAILABLE DAILY
Ages 4-14 – Advance reservations required.
To register, please contact Max Hammer at 304-646-7409

To make reservations or for more information, please contact the Club Concierge at 304-647-6440.

Labor Day at GSC… A Family Tradition!

GBSC — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 16:04:31 +0000

Labor Day is right around the corner and what better way to relax in 2011 than a few days of food, music, golf and family fun. With a multitude of club activities scheduled, including our Annual Labor Day Picnic, The Greenbrier Sporting Club provides outdoor and leisure activities for the whole family. Whether it’s a round of golf on The Snead, a relaxing massage at Ananda in the Alleghenies, or the variety of children’s activities throughout the weekend, GSC looks forward to hosting this annual tradition for its members!

Thursday, September 1st
6:30-8:30pm Italian Buffet Dinner
Join us at the Lodge for a buffet of Italian cuisine.
Adult $35 Children $15
Reservations can be made by calling the Concierge at 304-647-6440.

Friday, September 2nd
10:00am Adult Tennis Clinic
Registration for tennis must be done by 9am on Thursday. Please contact Jane at 304-647-6109.
11:00am Junior Tennis Clinic
Registration for tennis must be done by 9am on Thursday. Please contact Jane at 304-647-6109.
4-6pm Happy Hour
Join us in the Lodge Lounge for complimentary hors doeuvres, beer & cocktail specials.
6:30-8:30pm Dinner Service
Join us at the Lodge or Summit for a la carte dinner service.
Reservations can be made by calling the Concierge at 304-647-6440.

Saturday, September 3rd
10am Children’s GSC Produce 500
Join us at the Lodge to create & decorate race cars made of produce & wooden axles.
Advanced registration required. $15/Child
Register with the Concierge by calling 304-647-6440.
10am Culinary Demo
Join Chef Gustard in the Lodge White Rock Room for a culinary experience!
$25/Adult Register with the Concierge by calling 304-647-6440.
2pm Open Climb
Join us at The GSC Fitness Center to climb the 25ft indoor rock wall.
4pm Children’s Dodgeball
Join us at The Summit for a friendly game of dodgeball. Ages 4-12
4pm Drink Mixology
Join us at The Summit to learn Summit favorites & new drink recipes.
$25/Adult Register with the Concierge by calling 304-647-6440.
6:30-8:30pm Dinner Service
Join us at the Lodge or Summit for a la carte dinner service.
Reservations can be made by calling the Concierge at 304-647-6440.
Dusk Astronomy Lab at The Summit
View the night sky with local Astronomer Dave Buhrmann.

Sunday, September 4th
7:45am 5k
Begins at The GSC Lodge Portico & follows the golf course perimeter.
Advanced registration required.
Register w/Jane by calling 304-647-6109.
10-11am Family Activities at The Hunt Cabin
Join us at the Hunt Cabin for pond fishing, archery & games.
Register with the Concierge by calling 304-647-6440.
2pm Paint The Pony Party
Join us at the GSC Equestrian Center for pony painting and crafting.
$25/Child Register with the GSC Stables by calling 304-536-3348.

5 – 7:30pm ANNUAL LABOR DAY PICNIC
Adults $65 Children $35
Lodge Event Lawn
Live Music by Riverrock.
Entertainment provided by Ziggy.
Children’s activities in the fitness center with Max Hammer.
Reservations can be made by calling the Concierge at 304-647-6440.

Monday, September 5th
11:30am – 2pm Lunch Service
Stop by the Lodge to enjoy a Monday a la carte lunch menu.
The Lounge will be serving a full lunch menu until 5pm.

OTHER SPORTING CLUB ACTIVITIES

The Ananda Spa is offering services throughout the weekend by appointment. Unwind at the Ananda Spa with our “Relaxing Waters.” This three part service starts with a
sea salt soak in the Hydro Tub to work out all of your tension, followed by a signature full body massage and finishes with a fragrant lavender body wrap for total relaxation.
Please allow 80 minutes for this relaxing experience. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please call 304-647-6112.
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The GSC Stables are offering services throughout the weekend by appointment. We are now offering trail rides on Greenbrier Mountain at The Summit.
Please contact the GSC Stables at 304-536-3348 for appointments and details about activities.
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The Outdoor Pursuits Department offers many great services during late Summer. Whether it be guided nature hikes, fishing trips, fly tying lessons, or general information,
we are here to help make your trip to the Sporting Club a memorable experience. Contact Jacob Ott at 304-667-8337 for details on group and individual activities during your stay.

Independence Day Weekend Highlights

GBSC — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 15:09:46 +0000

With July 4th weekend just four weeks away, families across the country are gearing up for another year of BBQs, fireworks and outdoor fun. July 4th is always a big weekend at The Sporting Club, and this year proves no different. With the holiday falling on a Monday this year, the festivities extend from Friday July 1st all the way to Tuesday July 5th. Numerous outdoor sports and adventure activities highlight a weekend full of music, food and fun for the entire family. The big shindig for the weekend is the Annual July 4th Picnic at the Members’ Lodge, from 5-8pm. Live music by Beth Patterson, stilt walkers, kids’ activities, leisure games on the spa lawn and a Rubber Ducky Race on Howard’s Creek, capped off with a massive firework display at The Greenbrier, will all make for an unforgettable weekend.

For a complete program of events CLICK HERE.

For an itinerary of events at The Greenbrier resort, CLICK HERE.

GSC Gets Ready for a Huge Memorial Day Weekend

GBSC — Thu, 12 May 2011 00:25:20 +0000

The day once known as Decoration Day not only marks a day of remembrance for our country’s fallen soldiers, but also the unofficial beginning of the summer season. It’s the weekend when pools across the region finally open their gates and picnic baskets are brought out of storage. This year at The Greenbrier Sporting Club, Memorial Day activities will include a bevy of outdoor pursuits, group workouts, dedicated children activities, and sports. However, it will also include the club’s annual Community Association Meeting on Saturday the 28th, and later that day, there will be a tour of Pam West’s Farm, where many of the “Farm to Table” ingredients at GSC’s restaurants are grown.

Join us May 26-30, 2011!

To download the complete program of events for GSC’s Memorial Day Weekend 2011, Click Here.

>Fun Fact: Memorial Day first began as a day to honor soldiers who died in the Civil War, but after WWI it was extended to include all fallen soldiers in all U.S. wars.

10th Annual Homecoming Set for this Weekend!

GBSC — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 17:27:29 +0000

Ten Years! It’s hard to imagine The Greenbrier Sporting Club is poised to celebrate its 10th Annual Homecoming Weekend beginning this Thursday. The weekend is always a favorite with members, as they reconvene to play, relax and dine together for an unforgettable weekend full of club activities. There are a number of happenings beginning on Thursday and Friday, including an open house reception at Ananda Spa Friday evening. Things really begin to ramp up on Saturday. In the morning, the shotgun golf tournament will blast off at 9am. Soon after, a variety of both children and adult activities will begin to take place throughout the day. Among them: cocktail mixology for adults and pony rides, dodgeball, pond fishing, archery and s’mores for the whole family! At 6pm, a reception and awards banquet will take place at The Members’ Lodge before everyone breaks for dinner.

For a complete program of the 10th Annual GSC Homecoming Weekend, CLICK HERE.

President’s Day Weekend Fast Approaching

GBSC — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 16:05:30 +0000

This upcoming weekend at The Greenbrier looks promising, with music, dance and plenty of good food. Additionally, the Sporting Club will provide workout classes at The Fitness Center, as well as a la carte dinner service at The Members’ Lodge every evening. For a complete schedule of Greenbrier Sporting Club events, click here.

The Greenbrier resort will be hosting exciting musical entertainment such as The Embers and The Fantastic Shakers. Shag and beach dance instruction will be held in Colonial Ballroom on Saturday, while Jane Powell, the phenomenal jazz, blues and souls singer, performs Friday and Saturday at 8:00 p.m. For a complete programs of the Greenbrier resort’s President Day events, click here.

Valentine’s Day Weekend

GBSC — Mon, 07 Feb 2011 14:24:58 +0000

Valentine’s Day weekend at The Greenbrier and Greenbrier Sporting Club is heating up, with a variety of social events and dinners taking place across the resort February 11-13. At the Members’ Lodge, our members can look forward to culinary demonstrations, cookie decorating and a five-course Valentine-themed dinner on Saturday. The resort will also be hosting a weekend of offerings as well, with their own themed dinner on Saturday night and wine a chocolate pairings and sleigh rides throughout the weekend. For more details on the packages The Greenbrier resort is offering this upcoming weekend, click HERE.

For to download the complete schedule of what The Greenbrier Sporting Club is offering its private members for this romantic weekend, please click HERE.

Contact The GSC Concierge at 304-647-6440 for details and to place your order.

An Array of Holiday Activities Slated for This Month

GBSC — Fri, 03 Dec 2010 20:59:28 +0000

The Holidays are always a special time for families and friends and at The Greenbrier Sporting Club we have developed a number of activities to enjoy here at the club. From special yoga sessions with acclaimed instructor Joti Gore to spectacular holiday meals at The Lodge and Summit, The Sporting Club has an activity just for you.

You can find the itinerary for all of the holiday activities, beginning Saturday, December 11th and running through January 2nd, by clicking HERE.

For reservations for any of the activities, please contact the concierge at 304-647-6440.

Thanksgiving at The Greenbrier Sporting Club

GBSC — Thu, 21 Oct 2010 23:20:11 +0000

What are you thankful for this year? At The Greenbrier Sporting Club, we have so many great things to give thanks for, but first and foremost we are thankful for each and every one of our Members!!

If you’re planning to celebrate Thanksgiving at The Greenbrier Sporting Club, here’s our schedule of events. HAPPY TURKEY DAY!!

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FULL SCHEDULE OF EVENTS AT GSC

CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE GREENBRIER’S SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

HIGHLIGHTS BELOW: Tuesday, November 23^rd — Sunday, November 29^th

Tuesday, 11/23

Open Climb at the GSC Fitness Center (2pm)

Wednesday, 11/24

Wake Up Workout at the GSC Fitness CEnter (6:45am)

Fly Casting Demo & Lessons on the Event Lawn (1-2pm)

Open Climb at the GSC Fitness Center (2pm)

Happy Hour in The Lodge Lounge (4-6pm)

Thursday, 11/25

Thanksgiving Brunch at The Greenbrier (10:30am-3:00pm)

Thanksgiving Buffet at The Lodge (4-8pm)

Special Thanksgiving a la carte Dinner at The Summit (4-8pm)

Thanksgiving To-Go Orders Available:
Must be placed by November 18^th
To be picked up between 1-3pm on Thursday, November 25^th

Friday, 11/26

Wake Up Workout at the GSC Fitness Center (6:45am)

“Toughman” Golf Competition on The Snead (10am Shotgun)

Children’s Craft/Cupcake Decorating at The Lodge (11am)

Drink Mixology/Culinary Demo at The Lodge (11am)

Fly Tying Demo in the GSC Pro Shop (2-3pm)

Open Climb at the GSC Fitness Center (2pm)

Happy Hour in The Lodge Lounge (4-6pm)

Saturday, 11/27

Community Association Meeting in The Crystal Room at The Greenbrier

Fly Casting Demo & Lessons on the Event Lawn (2-3pm)

Open Climb at the GSC Fitness Center (2pm)

2^ndAnnual Family Fest at The Lodge w/ Buffet Dinner, Games & Activities, Magician Mark Fuller & Dusk Astronomy

Sunday, 11/29

Pilates at the GSC Fitness Center (9:30am)

Fly Tying Demo at the Hunt Cabin (1-2pm)

Happy Hour in The Summit Lodge (4-6pm)

Young Explorers Program Available (9am – 1pm Daily)
Ages 4-14 – Advanced reservations required

GSC Stables are open (9am – 5pm Daily)
Stop by and visit our “barn yard” of critters
Pony rides, lessons & doggy day care are available

Please contact the Club Concierge for more information or assistance with reservations – 304-647-6440.