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Raul Loera

Sports Program Manager

Contact Raul at sports@centerami.org or (941)778-1908

Raul is excited to be part of our wonderful team here at The Center. Raul has volunteered and played sports at The Center for many years and is familiar with the area as to its long term amazing residents on the island. Raul was born and raised in Bradenton, FL. Graduating from Palmetto High School and furthering his education at The State College of Florida & Florida State University. Taking his knowledge and pursing his outstanding hospitality skills and admiration for traveling/Events, Raul graduated from The University of Florida with a degree in Tourism Hospitality & Event Management. With his Bilingual skills, he is always pushing himself to be the best he can be. Raul was honored that The Center partnered with him during his college internship program and he knew that this place has much to grow and give back and he wanted to stay and succeed here in achieving The Center’s mission. His creativity and willingness to be open to trying new things and exploring gave him the courage to give back and help others succeed and grow in every aspect and is excited to begin his new chapter here with us.

Raul has been volunteer coaching Youth Soccer while also playing some of the Adult Sports Programs that we have here to offer. His ability to connect with others, helps him create the warmest and welcoming experience at The Center.

When Raul is not working, he is always looking for new adventures in traveling from California, Washington, Oregon, Tennessee, Michigan and Mexico. If not traveling, Raul loves to watch sports such as Baseball, Soccer, Football, Tennis and being a die-hard Michigan Wolverines fan.

Go Blue!

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Center Hours:

Monday - Thursday 7 AM - 8 PM
Friday 7 AM - 7 PM
Saturday 8 AM - 3 PM

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Phone: 941.778.1908

Email: hello@centerami.org

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Center Contact

407 Magnolia Avenue
PO Box 253
Anna Maria, FL 34216

Phone: 941.778.1908

Email: hello@centerami.org

Center Hours:

Monday - Thursday 7 AM - 8 PM
Friday 7 AM - 7 PM
Saturday 8 AM - 3 PM

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