Meet the Staff
Meet Our Staff
Alan J. Houck
Executive Director
Alan J. Houck, Executive Director, came to the NHRC after 19 years of service as the Health and Physical Education teacher at Garden Spot Middle School. In 2006, Alan was named PA State Middle School Physical Education Teacher of the Year. While at Garden Spot, he coached various teams at both the middle and high school level including Soccer, Wrestling, Rifle and Track & Field.
Alan graduated from West Chester University with a degree in Health and Physical Education. From 1982-1990, Alan served as a Staff Sergeant for the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve. He was active for 17 years with the Wilderness Emergency Strike Team where he served as the Chief Officer. He also volunteers for Ambulance 1-12 in Ephrata as an EMT-B.
Alan and his wife Kristina of 23 years share two sons, Curtis and Christopher. He is very active in the Boy Scouts of America, both as an Assistant Scout Master in Manheim Township and the PA Dutch BSA COPE director. Alan and his family reside in Lancaster.
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Daryl Groff
Director of Development
Daryl Groff joined the New Holland Recreation Center in 2004 as the Director of Development. Prior to joining the staff at NHRC, Daryl worked for 7 years as the Human Resource Director for Hostetter Management Company.
A native of Kinzers, PA, Daryl graduated with a BA from Goshen College in Goshen, Indiana. Daryl and his wife Audrey reside in Blue Ball with their four children, Adam, Sara, Hannah & Rebekah.
In his spare time, Daryl enjoys home remodeling, soccer, and reading historical fiction and international politics. Daryl is always eager to engage in a good discussion about promoting community enrichment!
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Barb Weaver
Membership Coordinator
Barb Weaver, Membership Director and Assistant Executive Director, knows firsthand how changes in a person's lifestyle can make all the difference in that person's world. She is so excited to share her exuberance of healthy lifestyles with the new members of the NHRC.
Barb was educated at the University of Evansville and graduated with a BS in Legal Administration. Having worked for several law firms in a variety of legal specialties, Barb has extensive paralegal knowledge. Most recently, Barb worked as a Legal and International Specialist for Auntie Anne's, Inc. In addition to her legal duties with Auntie Anne's, Inc., Barb organized and helped to lead the Wellness Committee to bring some healthy initiatives to the company.
Barb brings a variety of certifications with her to NHRC: NETA certification in Personal Training, NETA certification in Group Fitness Instruction, and YogaLife Institute certification in Yoga. When Barb is not running, biking or swimming, she may be found passing the time by cooking, reading, or entertaining. Barb and her husband Kurt share children of the "furry" variety: Cord, a pug, and Mama Cat. The Weavers and their furry bunch reside in East Earl Township.
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Brent Watkins
Fitness & Wellness Director
Brent Watkins
Fitness & Wellness Director
As a fitness coach and personal trainer since 1996, Brent Watkins feels fortunate to be a part of this exciting time for the community of New Holland as the Director of Fitness & Wellness for the NHRC.
Brent obtained his BS in Recreation and Leisure Services Management from East Stroudsburg University in 1996 and has been in the fitness arena ever since. His experiences from Body Zone and Mitch's Marketstreet Gym, both in West Chester led him to open his own in-home personal training business prior to NHRC. Throughout his years as a personal trainer, Brent has helped to educate hundreds of people in the realm of fitness. He has held a personal training certification since 1996. He also holds other certifications such as group fitness, group cycling and nutrition. Brent presently coaches the Cross Country team at Garden Spot High School as well as the Junior High Track team.
In his leisure time, Brent enjoys competitive road racing, reading and camping. Brent's favorite pastime is playing with his four children, Mackenzie, Lindsey, Kaleigh and Colton. He and his wife, Kim, reside in New Holland with their children.
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Tracy Carlson
Aquatics Director
Tracy is passionate about fitness and has been involved in aquatics for over 15 years. She is a Red Cross certified Water Safety Instructor, Water Safety Instructor Trainer, Lifeguard Instructor, and CPR/First Aid/AED instructor. She also is certified by the Aquatics Exercise Association (AEA) to teach aquatic fitness, and is a Certified Personal Trainer. As an instructor Tracy is great at motivating her class to succeed.
Tracy and her husband Ed have been married for 27 years and live in Parkesburg, Chester County. They are the parents of six children.
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Megan Griffith
Child Care Coordinator
Megan has been working with children for the past 10 years. She took a short hiatus to work in a pharmacy which made her realize where her true passion was.
Megan attended Kutztown University where she graduated with a BS in Sociology. She was also a member of the KU Softball team.
When Megan is not at the Rec she can be found playing with her dog, Sadie Jane or fixing up her Lancaster home. Megan also enjoys spending time with all of her nieces and nephews, hiking, video games or a good game of dodgeball!
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Hilary Lutz Sauder
Assistant Fitness & Program Director
Hilary is very excited about being a member of the NHRC team.
Hilary Sauder is a South Jersey native who recently moved to Lancaster County. Her undergraduate degree is in Biokinetics from Eastern University, and she is pursuing her Masters in Occupational Therapy. Hilary has experience in musculoskeletal and cardiac rehab, corporate fitness, and personal training. She is a firm believer in lifestyle fitness.
Hilary recently celebrated her one year anniversary with her husband, Eric. They reside in Ephrata along with their dog and two cats. In her spare time Hilary enjoys long walks on the beach (particularly at sun set), tennis, riding bike, photography, traveling, reading, rook, cognitive stimulating conversations, trying to keep her garden alive, and hanging/exercising with the hubs.
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Nicole "Nicki" Martin
Assistant Membership Coordinator
Nicki, joined the Rec in January 2009 working at the front desk. Prior to joining the Rec, Nicki graduated from Central Pennsylvania Business College with a degree as a Legal Assistant and worked in the legal profession for 13 years.
Born and raised in New Holland, Nicki and her husband, Chad, of 12 years share two children, Cody and Taylor. Nicki is an active member of the Evangelical United Methodist Church in New Holland and enjoys being involved in their Children's Department. Nicki wi ll usually be found staying busy with her two young children, but enjoys spending time relaxing on the beach and riding 4 wheelers at the mountains.
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Joyce Dyer
Administrative Assistant
Joyce Dyer
Administrative Assistant
Joyce Dyer joined the NHRC team in April 2008 as the Administrative Assistant. She previously owned and operated New Holland Camera One Hour Lab for 19 years.
Joyce met her husband, Greg, while working for Sperry New Holland in the Purchasing and Inventory Control Departments. They have been married for 28 years and share one daughter, Jennifer, and one grandson, Harry.
Joyce enjoys spending time with her family, especially her grandson Harry. She is an avid gardener and bird watcher. She also enjoys machine quilting with friends and loves a good mystery novel. Whenever time permits, Joyce can probably be found traveling the eastern seaboard searching for lighthouses.
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Becky Garvey
Receptionist/Travel and Events
Becky joined the NHRC team in December, 2008, as the NHRC Receptionist. Prior to being hired by the Rec Center, Becky was the owner of a stationery business located in Neffsville, PA.
As the Director of Fun, Becky plans and coordinates special events for the Rec Center such as bus trips, fundraising events, and celebrations.
A busy mom to 11 year old Samantha, Becky enjoys spending time cheering on her favorite athlete. Whether it's a soccer match, a horse show or a tennis practice, Becky and Sam can often be found in the car criss-crossing eastern Lancaster County. Becky also views shopping as a sport, loves girls night out, good chocolate and having FUN!!
Becky is a native Lancastrian and currently lives within the Conestoga Valley School district.
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