HOPE! HEALTH! HAPPINESS!
MISSION
Our mission is to inspire hope, health and the
pursuit of happiness for all people.
VISION
Our vision is to create a world-class, multi-sports complex, Optimism Oasis, designed to inspire a passion for achieving success through programs and exhibits that cultivate
a positive mindset and a healthy lifestyle.
This 20 acre state-of-the-art park will benefit our community by providing a safe urban sanctuary that supports and encourages optimal physical & mental health for all people.
Northside Oasis of Wilmington is a non-profit (501c3)
Your tax deductible donation is greatly appreciated.
UPCOMING EVENTS!
One Mile Backwards Challenge
All are invited to join the fun
on Winter Solstice!
Saturday, 12/21/24, 8:30AM
UNCW TRACK
100 Ultra 4 Kids
Tracy is running 100 Miles Backwards
in 100 days for $100K
crossing the Finish Line on 12/31/24!
Wrightsville Beach Loop
Optimism Oasis Sports Complex
(1310 McRae St. Wilmington, NC 28401)
1. TRACK & FIELD SPORTSPLEX
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Track & Field (400m/8-lane)
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Amphitheater (w/Jumbotron)
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Playground
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Water Park
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Skateboard Park
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100m Ninja Obstacle Course (Elite & ADA Lanes)
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Edutainment Center (MakerSpace, all day Day Care, ESports Arena, Visitor Center, Sports Shop & Café)
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Inspirational & Motivational Exhibits throughout
2. BOYS & GIRLS CLUB
(Partner: Boys & Girls Clubs of SENC)
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New Addition (15,000 sf)
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Safe 'Drop Off & Pick Up' Zone
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Modern/High-Tech Youth Center
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Large flexible space next to gym
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New Offices & Conference Room
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New Outdoor Basketball Courts
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New Playground & Outdoor Event Space
3. PARKING w/ HOTEL, RESTAURANT & CULTURAL
ARTS CENTER
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500+ Parking Deck
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Health & Wellness Hotel
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Restaurant & Bar (w/Event Space)
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Northside Cultural Arts Center (15,000sf)
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Maintenance & Storage (5,000 sf)
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Athletic Condos (Daily & Monthly Rentals)
4. GYM & SWIM SPORTSPLEX
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Olympic Swimming Pool (50m x 25m)
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Practice Pool (25m x 25m) for NHC Schools
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Therapeutic Pool + Kids Pool
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6-court Basketball and 12-court Volleyball
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Indoor running track (200m/8 lane)
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Cycle & Fitness Center (9,000 sf)
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Gymnastics, Martial Arts, Yoga (9,000 sf)
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Hourly Day Care Center
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Men & Women's Locker Rooms (9,000 sf)
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Sports Medicine & Healing Arts Clinic
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Rooftop Tennis (2) & Pickle Ball (10) Courts
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Sports Shop & Café
We Believe by creating a world class health & wellness facility
for everyone of all ages & abilities in our community we will make
a powerful & positive impact on our community's present and future.
OPTIMISM OASIS
Design, Build & Management Team
We have carefully selected a world class team of professional architects, builders, visionaries, consultants & a management firm capable of creating and managing the world's most extraordinary multi-sports complex.
PERKINS+WILL (Architecture) https://perkinswill.com/
Health & Wellness, Educational & Cultural, Sports, Science, Technology & Entertainment
Zena Howard - Lead Architect & Project Manager (https://perkinswill.com/person/zena-howard/)
GALLAGHER & ASSOCIATES (Educational Exhibits & Motivational Messaging) https://gallagherdesign.com/
"We design beloved impactful visitor experiences." (ie: U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum, Colorado)
Patrick Gallagher - Principal Visionary & President of G&A
SPORTS FACILITIES COMPANIES (Strategic Planning & Managment) https://sportsfacilities.com/
Strategic Planning, Feasibility Study, 5-year Financial Forecast, Economic Impact Study, Public Engagement.
BEYNON SPORTS (The best Track & Field surfacing around the world)
https://beynonsports.com/en/articles/detail/diamond-league-final/
THE ATS TEAM (Obstacle Course Design led by Nate Moore - producer 'American Ninja Warrior'
WORLD OBSTACLE (Fédération Internationale De Sports D'Obstacles)
Ian Adamson & Team will consult on Safety, ADA & Olympic Training requirements of the Obstacle Course.
TEAM PAIN SKATE PARKS (World's greatest skate park design team led by Tim Payne)
LANDSCAPE STRUCTURES (America's greatest playground equipment designer & manufacturer)
PARAMOUNTE ENGINEERING (Civil Engineering & Land Planning)
SOUTHEASTERN ENVIRONMENTAL GROUP (Field study, permits & consulting led by David Syster)
CAPE FEAR SOLAR SYSTEMS (Helping the Optimism Oasis reach the highest classification of LEED v4.1)
Leadership
We are pleased to introduce the Northside Oasis of Wilmington Board of Directors.
Zedrick Applin
Board Chair
Optimism Oasis ...
Creating a whole new culture of optimism for a whole new generation of Great Achievers.
Northside Oasis of Wilmington (501C3)
The time to give is NOW ...