The Briar Club
Amanda Bennett is a highly experienced fitness professional with a strong background in group fitness instruction and Pilates management. Currently serving as Pilates Manager, Coordinator, and Group Fitness Instructor at The Briar Club since August 2022, Amanda has also held roles at Lakeside Country Club, Westside Tennis and Fitness, YMCA, The Good Space Pilates and Yoga Studio, and VillaSport Athletic Club and Spa. With expertise in a variety of formats including Barre, Pilates, Cardio Strength Intervals, BodyJam, and BodyBalance, Amanda's instructional proficiency has spanned over a decade, beginning at Quality Life Fitness in April 2011. Additionally, Amanda has experience in talent acquisition support at Air Liquide America and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from the University of St. Thomas.
The Briar Club
The Briar Club is a family Club with an array of impressive amenities on a distinctly beautiful five-acre site. Its convenient location, nestled in the heart of Houston, caters to a private membership of all ages looking for relaxation, social activities, fitness and fun. The social hub reaches out to the surrounding neighborhoods including River Oaks, West University Place, the Museum District and the Galleria area. Chartered in 1949, The Briar Club remains a prominent city club for many reasons. Year-round events, a fully equipped fitness center, heated swimming pools, tennis courts, youth and senior programs and a variety of dining and banquet options are just a few features that make this Club shine among the best. The Briar Club is a private membership club and is owned by its Equity members. As with other clubs, our Members join the Club and continue their memberships because of the benefits, privileges and services they receive. Our staff values our members, and we take pride in offering excellent service and a family-friendly atmosphere.