Summer Registration - The Opelika Sportsplex and Aquatic Center
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Summer Registration - The Opelika Sportsplex and Aquatic Center
Annual Freedom Celebration S g Re i s r t e ratio n m m u BEGINS MONDAY MAY 2ND Summer Flyer 2011 Welcome to the Opelika Parks & Recreation 2011 Park Bench! Our goal is to continue to be your #1 leisure service provider. It is our pleasure to acquaint you with a diversified listing of our services, programs and special offerings! Plan ahead for those special classes and activities that interest you. Our programs offer many wonderful possibilities for youth, adults and family involvement in a safe, positive environment. WE CARE... We care about YOU and what you think about the services we provide! Please help us to serve you better by sharing your comments, questions and suggestions with our staff. Tell us what we are doing well and what needs improvement! Visit our facilities or contact us by phone (334-705-5560), fax (334-705-5568), e-mail [email protected] or mail P.O. Box 1026, Opelika AL 36803-1026. City Of Opelika Parks & Recreation Department 1001 Andrews Road P.O. 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MATIO INFOR LATIONS, SC Activities T L N E E AND CANC DEPARTM -6311 R 5 4 7 REC S PLU S FO / TEMP STRUCTION E M I T CALL OW THE IN REC NEWS! FOLL URRENT C Munchkin Mania Opelika Parks & Recreation Summer 2011, Page 3 I Love Art! Ages: 3-5 Dates: July 18-22 (M-F) Time: 9:15 - 10:15 am Class Fee $30 Denson Drive Rec Center Instructor: Lynette Strickland Come and discover the wonderful world of art! We will explore art through color, various media and the study of great artists through time. Please wear clothes that you can be “creative” (aka messy!) in. All materials and smocks provided. There will be a gallery showing of our Masterpieces for friends and family on the last day of class. Parents are welcome to stay, but not required. Tumble Tots Age: 4 Year olds Children will have fun learning new skills and coordination activities. Fee: $45 Days: Tuesday Time: 6:00 pm Wednesday Time: 10:30 a.m. Location: Denson Drive Center Covington Preschool“Where Education is the Key!” Prepare your child for schoolcombination of fun and learning skills. Space is limited. Registration on going. Fee: $20/week Age: 3-4 year olds (must be 3 yrs by Sept 2, 2011) Days/time: Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m.-12 noon Begins August 15th Instructors: Cindy Ferry, Kim Mann Summer fun especially for the Pre-school child Parent and Me Tumbling: Age: 2 and 3 year olds Parent must participate in helping child with activities. A great class for kids to learn coordination and have fun. Fee: $45 Day: Monday Time: 6:00 pm OR Wednesday Time: 10:00 a.m. OR 6:00 p.m. OR Thursday :10:00 a.m. Location: Denson Drive Center Kids ONLY Adventure Day Fun activities! You are invited to go on an adventure of food & fun! Fee: $10 Age: 5-11 years Days: Wednesday August 3rd Time: 1:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. Location: Covington Rec Instructor: Sharon Hunter, Taylor Lamb Beads – Beads – Beads Art Camp Participate in daily art projects Fee: $20 Age: 5-11 years Days: Mon., Tues., & Wed., August 1st , 2nd , & 3rd Time: 8:00 – 12 noon Location: Covington Center Ins: Sharon Hunter, Taylor Lamb Back to School Bash Fun for all Ages! Free! Day: Friday July 22nd Time: 10:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m. Location: Covington Center Coordinators: David Scott & Tommie Agee Games, prizes, swimming and food! Fun & Funky Art Ages: 8-12 Dates: July 18-22 (M-F) Time: 10:45 until 12 noon Fee: $30 Denson Drive Rec Center Instructor: Lynette Strickland Put on your “creative” clothes (that means, messy!) and let’s get started! This class will explore the funky side of the art world. Students will create pieces in abstract art, 3-D, wearable art, body art (very modest, we promise!) and even edible art. There will be a gallery showing for friends and family on the last class day. All materials are provided. Learn to make necklaces, bracelets and other cool items with beads. Fee: $8.00 Age: 5- 10 years Day: Monday June 13th Time: 3:00-4:00 p.m. Instructor: Sharon Hunter Location: Covington Center Crafts for Summer Fee: $7 Age: 5-10 years Day: Wednesday June 15th Time: 3:00-4:00 p.m. Instructor: Sharon Hunter, Taylor Lamb Location: Covington Rec Make fun crafts with a summer theme CONTINUED ON PAGE 4 Piano Summer Fun Page 4 ,Opelika Parks & Recreation Summer 2011 Kids CONTINUED FROM PAGE 3 ONLY Everything You Ever Wanted To Do But.... Your Momma Wouldn’t Let You! Fee: $25 Day: Wednesday June 22nd Age: 1st grade(completed-no exceptions) – 5th grade Time: 10:00 a.m.- 3:00p.m. Location: SportsPlex Instructor: Velinda Wheeles More fun than you have ever had! Includes a wacky day of squishy feet, food fights, seed spitting contest and many other “disgusting” activities that your momma would frown on! End the day with a pizza lunch and a swim. WEAR OLD CLOTHES and SHOES! Bring swimsuit and towel. Lion Tamers - Kids Fun Day All Ages- Free to public! Day: Saturday June 4th Time: 10:00 a.m.-1:00 P.M. Location: Covington Center GAMES! PRIZES! FOOD! FUN! FREE SWIM! Girls Nite Out Enjoy an evening of snacks, music, manicures and fun! Fee: $7 Age: 8-12 years Day: Tuesday June 7th Time: 6:00-7:30 p.m. Location: Covington Rec Instructor: Sharon Hunter Goofy Games Enjoy relays, group games, board games & computerized games Fee: $7 Age: 6-10 years Day: Tuesday June 21st Time: 3:00-4:00 p.m. Location: Covington Rec Instructor: David Scott Hoops N Healing Children who have attended Camp Good Grief due to a death related loss. We will combine basketball skills with healing conversation. Age: 11-17 yrs Dates: Last Wednesday (May - July) Time: 10 a.m.-Noon Pre-register by the Friday before by calling Jenny Filush at 502-0216 or email [email protected] Karate Fee: $65-12 weeks Days: Tuesday & Thursday Age/time: 5-7 years- 4:30 p.m. 8-12 years – 5:15 p.m. 12-adult – 6:00 Instructor: Robert Martin, 4th Degree Black Belt, JIKC Certified Instructor Location: SportsPlex All beginner classes are non-competitive and noncontact. NEW! PLEX Kids NEW! Age: 1st Grade (Completed)- 5th Grade Enjoy a wide variety of activities at the PLEX Station. Fun could include Wii station, movies, kids in the kitchen food fun, games, swimming and crafts. Fee: $ 45/week (Monday – Friday) Begins: 8 Weekly Sessions beginning June 6th Time: 3:00 -5:30 p.m. Location: SportsPlex Instructors: SportsPlex staff Pre-registration required No Daily Rates EZ Way Guitar NEW! 8 weeks -Beginning June 6th Fee: $50 ($5 materials) Day/time: Session I - Beginner - Tuesday 11:00-11:30 a.m. Session II -Intermediate - Tuesday 11:30-12 noon Session III – Advanced – Tuesday – 12 noon – 12:30 p.m. Instructor: Lewis Moore Location: SportsPlex www.hiddentalentmusic.com Learn to play guitar the easy way through simple chords. Fun and economical I Can Sing!!! 8 weeks - Beginning June 6th Fee: $50 Day/time: Tuesday 10:00-10:30 a.m. Instructor: Lewis Moore Location: SportsPlex This fun and entertaining format is guaranteed to have an immediate impact. Kids will learn vocal skills that will last a lifetime. Topics include posture, breathing, tone and warm-ups 8 weeks - Beginning June 6th Fee: $50 Age: 7-15yrs (1st-9th Grade) Day/time: Tuesday 10:30 p.m.-11:00 a.m. Location: SportsPlex Ins: Lewis Moore Chord style Piano. Learn to play popular songs on the piano using both hands. “Popular Chord Style Piano” $20 Available from Instructor Messy Madness “Messy Projects and Slimy Creations” Fee: $ 7 Age: 5-10 years Day: Thursday July 21st Time: 3:00-4:00 p.m. Ins: Sharon Hunter Location: Covington Center Wear old clothes!! Pizza Pizzazz Fee: $10 Age: 6-11 years Day: Thursday July 7th Time: 3:00-4:00 p.m. Location: Covington Center Instructors: David Scott, Sharon Hunter Learn to create various pizzas using bagels, French bread, English Muffins. Zumbatomic® Combat childhood obesity and keep your kids moving this summer! You’re going to love the Zumbatomic® program! Perfect for boys and girls, it’s a fast-forward fusion of the Zumba program’s moves (salsa, cumbia, reggaeton, hip-hop and more) and high-octane dances designed to let kids ages 4-12 max out their fun! Safe and effective, kids can’t wait to get into the Zumbatomic® groove. Watch their energy levels soar as they get the groove. Fee: $ 30 / session per child, $50 for two in same family 4 sessions: June 6, 8, 10 June 13, 15, 17 July 11, 13, 15 July 18, 20, 22 Age/time: Little Starz class (4-7 yrs) 10:15-11:00am Big Starz (8-12 yrs) 11:15-12noon Instructors: Ashley Atkins, Jessica Carry Location: SportsPlex Wacky Water Games Have fun with bubbles, balloons and water Fee: $7.00 Age: 6-10 years Day: Thursday July 28th Time: 3:00-4:00 p.m. Instructor: Sharon Hunter Location: Covington Center CONTINUED ON PAGE 5 kids... CONTINUED FROM PAGE 4 “A Day in the Life of” series: Opelika Parks & Recreation Summer 2011, Page 5 ADULT Living Well Alabama: Chronic Disease Self Management Workshop Firefighter, Policeman, Light and Power Lineman OPR is proud to showcase the devotion and service of city employees and the outstanding job they do. Sign up for 3 great days of fun and education! Firefighters Academy Fee: $10 Age: 6-12 years Day: Tuesday June 7th Time: 8:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Ins: Asst. Chief James Morgan, Scott McBurney Location: OFD Training Center Report to the Denson Drive Rec Center-transportation provided to training center. Experience first hand what it takes to be a firefighter. Explore the trucks, try on the uniform and hold the hoses! Prepare to ‘get wet’. Lunch and T-shirt included. Police Academy Fee: $10 Day: Monday June 6th Time: 9:30-11-30 a.m. Age: 6-11 yrs Ins: Det. Jackie Hamby, Crime Prevention Officer Location: SportsPlex Spend the morning with members of the OPD. Great opportunity to go behind the scenes. Snack included Light and Power Academy Fee: $10 Age: 6-11 years Day: Wednesday June 8th Time: 9:30-11:00 a.m. Ins: Brian Kriel Location: SportsPlex Have you been in a bucket truck or climbed a Light & Power Pole? Join members of the Light & Power Department as they demonstrate their skills and invite participants to have ‘hands on’ fun in this morning academy! Snack included. Care N’ Share Group Caring for a family member or friend can be rewarding, but it is not easy. Whether you are the caregiver for your grandchildren, provide care to your parents or spouse or a dependent child, this group is for you! Learn from each other, ways to cope with the every day stresses of caring for someone you love. We will also give you tools and resources to help you on your journey. Days: Last Monday of each month May.-Aug. Times: 12:30 p.m. CST Registration preferred but not required. This program is supported by the Opelika SportsPlex, Lee-Russell Area Agency on Aging, and HomeInstead Senior Care. If you have conditions such as diabetes, arthritis, high blood pressure, heart disease, chronic pain, anxiety, this workshop can help you take charge of your life! Day: Wednesdays – Six weeks, July 13 –Aug 17th Time: 8:30-10:30 a.m. Location: Opelika SportsPlex OR Day: Fridays - Six weeks, July 15 –Aug 19th Time: 8:30-10:30 a.m. Location: Covington Center Group Leader: Valeri White, LBSW, CDSMP Cost: FREE Summer Swing Fun Run Begins: Tuesday May 3! Runners and walkers alike are welcome, at any fitness level. Join us at the Denson Drive Recreation Center parking lot at 6pm. Runs begin at 6:15pm, and take place each Tuesday night for the duration of the Summer Swing Concerts. Water and Gatorade provided for runners and walkers. There will also be hamburgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, and drinks across the street at Summer Swing concerts, provided by the OHS Band Boosters for a nominal price. Finish times are posted on AORTA’s web site so you can track your progress over the Ballroom Dancing Fee: $ 320 private lessons, $86 group lessons summer. The 5K course is measured and Day/time: Sunday 1:00-2:00 p.m. or 3:00- marked, and is located in residential, low traffic neighborhoods. 4:00 p.m. Registration fee is $1.00 per race per adult, or Location: Covington Center a one time payment of $10 covers the entire Instructor: Wayne Foote Learn various ballroom dance styles and the series from May until August (children are free). Texas Two-step Please contact Doug Underwood ([email protected]) or call Line Dancing 334-745-5070 for additional information. Kick up your heels while learning some of the most fun popular line dances. Walking Club No partner needed! Days: Daily Fee: $20/8 wks (ongoing) Time: 7:45-8:45 a.m. Day/time: Thursday 6:00 - 7:00 pm Begins June 1st Location: SportsPlex AAC Location: Covington Center Ins: Polly Black Self-paced walking program Page 6 ,Opelika Parks & Recreation Summer 2011 Denson Drive Recreation Center Pottery Arts Membership Fee: $75/90 days A membership is available to anyone who has completed a class at the Denson Drive Center. Members may visit the center during operating hours to work on projects, buy clay, tools and use equipment. The staff is there to assist when not teaching classes. Scheduled classes have priority over wheels and slab roller. First time membership includes a t-shirt. CLASSES FOR ADULTS Pottery Arts Director: Nancy Pfennighaus For more information: 334-705-5558 All Pottery classes must register at the Denson Drive Recreation Center Pottery Hours of Operation Tuesday -10:00 a.m.– 8:00 p.m Wednesday & Thursday - 12 noon - 8:00 p.m. Friday -10:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m Saturday -10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Closed Sunday and Monday Ceramics Director: Shirley Caswell For more information: 334-705-5557 All Ceramics classes must register at the Denson Drive Recreation Center Ceramics Hours of Operation: Monday – Wed and Friday 9am to 5pm Thursday 11am to 7pm Location: Denson Drive Recreation Center CERAMICS Ceramics Club Membership Fee: $ 30/90 days Work independently in the studio during center hours. Enjoy fellowship while you work on your projects. Large selection of green-ware, bisque and paint available for purchase. Instruction available. Ceramic Instruction Fee: $30 Day/times: Tuesday- Friday: 1:00-3:00 p.m. Instructor: Shirley Caswell 334-705-5557 Learn basic ceramic skills. POTTERY The Pottery Arts Department contains state of the art equipment: reversible electric wheels, digitally controlled kilns as well as a large selection of custom mixed glazes. Also available are an extruder and slab roller for special creations as well as a pug mill for reclaiming scrap clay. Register for all classes at the Denson Drive Center RRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Potter’s WheelBeginner-Intermediate Fee: $75/ 8-week session Tool kits available: $7 Age: 21 & older Days/time: Tuesday or Thursday 1:00p.m.-3:00 p.m. OR Thursday 5:30-7:30 p.m. Instructor: Sherie Spain Wheel throwing Pottery class includes basic techniques of wheel throwing. Clay, glazes and firing included in class fee. One on one instruction. Tools available for purchase. Advanced Potter’s Wheel for Adults Must have completed Beginner Wheel at our center. Fee: $75 / 8 week session Age: 21 & over Time: Wednesday 6-8pm Instructor: Sherie Spain Location: Denson Drive Center Learn to make fitted lids, casseroles & teapots. Handbuilding for Adults Beginner-Intermediate Fee: $75 / 8 week session Time: Tuesday 5:30 - 7:30 pm OR Friday 1-3 pm Instructor: Sherie Spain Location: Denson Drive Center Learn basic handbuilding techniques: pinch pots, coils, slab construction. Pastels for Grownups - Beginners Class for mature adults looking to learn a new hobby. Participants will complete 3-4 instructor led projects. Fee: $60/4 weeks (Includes supplies) Day: Tuesday Time: 6:00 – 7:30p.m. Age: 18 & up Instructor: Carol Edge CLASSES FOR KIDS Register at the Denson Drive Recreation Center Cerami Kids Fee: $25/8 weeks (includes supplies) Cerami Kids I Age: 6, 7 & 8 years Day/time: Wednesday 3:30-4:30 p.m. Cerami Kids II Age: 9 & up Day: Tuesday Time: 3:30-4:30 p.m. Instructor: Shirley Caswell Cerami Kids III (Homeschoolers) Age: 9 & up Day: Monday Time: 1:00-2:00 p.m. Instructor: Shirley Caswell Ceramics Summer Camp Fee: $15 Days: August 8th , 9th , & 10th Time: 2:30pm – 3:30pm Ceramics “Time Share” Are you looking for a way to spend more quality time with your child and do something special for yourself? “Time Share Ceramics” is your answer. Parent and child take class together. Both work on independent project. Instruction provided. Fee: $25 /8weeks Day/time: Thursday 5:30-6:30 p.m. Instructor: Shirley Caswell BIRTHDAY PARTIES = Ceramic Fun Looking for a fun, unique party? Let the Ceramics Department plan your next event. Kids love it! Parents appreciate it! Children enjoy a project that can be completed at the party and taken home. Birthday Child receives a special Birthday Plate. For more information call Shirley Caswell at the Denson Drive Center: 705-5557 KIDS ‘N KLAY - Beginner Fee: $35/6 weeks Age: 9 & up Day/time: Tuesday – 3:30-5:00 p.m. Instructor: Mary Benefield KIDS ‘N KLAY – Advanced Fee: $35/6 weeks Age: 9 & up Day/time: Thursday – 3:30-5:00 p.m. Instructor: Mary Benefield Pastels for Kids Fee: $45/6 week session (supplies included) Age: 9 & up Day: Wednesday Time: 4:00-5:00 p.m. Instructor: Carol Edge Pastels for Kids II Fee: $45/6 weeks (Includes supplies) Day: Thursday Time:4:00 – 5:00p.m. Age: 5-8 years Instructor: Carol Edge Instruction in basic composition. HEALTH AND WELLNESS Location: SportsPlex Group Fitness Please check the monthly calendar at the SportsPlex or online at www.opelikasportsplex.com Schedule includes the following: Boot Camp, Body Pump, Healthy Backs, Indoor Cycling, Water Aerobics. Yoga, Zumba and more. Opelika Parks & Recreation Summer 2011, Page 7 Fat Blast Fit Camp “Terrieha’s Fit Camp classes can help you burn up to 600+ calories!!” THERAPEUTIC RECREATION Open to all Fitness levels Dates: Continous Sign up Days/Times: Tues & Thurs 6:00am-6:45am Mon - Thurs 5:30pm-6:15pm Can mix morning and evening classes if desired Fee: SportsPlex Members: $20/week or $75/4weeks Non-Members: $25/week or $95/4 weeks For More info: Stop by the SportsPlex or Call 334-750-0130 Individuals with physical or mental limitations whose recreational needs cannot be met by the regular programs are encouraged to join the Therapeutic Recreation activities. The goals of the activities are to improve self-esteem, health, social skills, recreation skills, safety skills and independence while having fun. Fitness Assessments Mark these dates on your calendar for summer fun at the SportsPlex. Time: 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. NO CHARGE For more information please contact John Huling at 705-5560 or by e-mail at [email protected] A valuable tool in developing your workout and keeping you motivated! These one-hour sessions are performed using an FDA-registered medical device. Members receive an action-oriented, detailed and accurate report including weight, body fat, lean mass, blood pressure, heart rate, flexibility, strength and cardiovascular fitness. Make an appointment with a SportsPlex Fitness Specialist today! (334) 705-2487 Fee: $35 /members $65 /non-members Monday Madness at the SportsPlex Monday: June 6th Summer Kick off Blast Cookout Monday: June 13th Popcorn & A Movie Monday: June 27th Banana Splits & Games Monday: July 11th Let’s go Swimming Bump it Up! Prenatal Fitness Class All stages of pregnancy welcome! Fee: $20/ SportsPlex member $40 /Non-member Days: TBA Time: 5:30 – 6:30 pm Forms required to participation: Medical Consent, Prenatal Health History, & Liability Release Location: Sportplex Personal Training Get the results you are looking for by working with one of our certified, degreed personal trainers. Your trainer will provide safe, effective workouts that will keep you motivated, while providing the accountability you need to make fitness a priority. Our trainers specialize in post-physical therapy fitness, beginning running, healthy backs, marathon preparation, senior fitness and weight loss. Start now and see results soon! For trainer biographies and session rates go to www.opelikasportsplex.com or call (334) 705-2486 Metabolic Testing: The first step in weight loss. By breathing into the testing device for just10 minutes, we can determine your resting metabolic rate. You will receive a personal profile, including a calorie plan, that outlines exactly what you need to do to reach your goals. By appointment Fee: $35 /members $65 / non-members Massage Therapy. Choose from Swedish, Deep Tissue, Hot Stone, Sports, Orthopedic or Pregnancy Massage Therapies. Reduce your stress, muscle stiffness, and boost your immune system. By appointment. Gift Certificates available. Fees listed on www.opelikasportsplex.com . 334-705-5560 call today! Wellness Coaching Most of us need a little help to jump-start improvement in our fitness, weight, stress, and management of the life issues that impact health. Partner with a coach for the structure, accountability and expertise you need to be your best self. Using tools learned from proven behavioral change concepts, your coach will help you take charge of your life. Scheduled weekly phone coaching sessions will help you clarify where you want to go, and help you get there. If you are interested in hiring a Coach email [email protected] or call (334)705-2486 Monday: July 25th End of Summer Cook Out/Dance Therapeutic Basketball Practice and enjoy games Days: Thursday June 9th & 16th Time: 3:15-4:15 p.m. noon Location: Covington Center Senior Games Nite Enjoy various games Day: Monday June 6th Time: 6:00-7:30 p.m. Ins: Bill Frazier Location: Covington Center Social Nite Out Days: Tuesday July 19th Time: 6:00-7:30 p.m. Program is designed to provide a social outlet for mentally challenged adults. Reservation required. Location: Covington Center Page 8 ,Opelika Parks & Recreation Summer 2011 Basketball New! Midnight League Make your own Team! Fee: $50/player Max 10 players per team Dates: Friday and Saturday June 17th – July 29th Time: 8:00 p.m -11:00 p.m. Ages: 7th – 9th Grade League 10th – 12th Grade League Adult League Location: SportsPlex Coordinator: Melissa Martin FOOTBALL & CHEERLEADING Bulldog Youth Football Fee: $30-Registration Fee 5 yr & 6 yr Bullpups League 7 yr & 8 yr Bullpups League Age: 6-8 yrs. (cannot turn 9 before Sept. 1st) 2011 *Birth Certificate Required* Registration: June 1st – August 9th Day/time: Saturday 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. Some weekday games required Location: Bulldog Stadium Coordinator: Tommie Agee Supplies needed: Shoes, mouthpiece, pants & pads for pants. Supplies provided: Helmet & Shoulder pads *Equipment is limited-some purchase may be required. OPR Leagues are “weight restricted’’ for participation. Weight limits are strictly enforced. Bulldog Youth Football Cheerleaders Cheer in a fun environment in Bulldog Stadium. Practice starts late August Fee: $8 plus uniform (approx.$70) (see sizing date) Age: 5-9 years- (K-3rd grade) Day/time: Saturday 8:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Location: Bulldog Stadium Coordinator: David Scott UNIFORM SIZING DATE: August 6th and 13th , 9:00 a.m. -12 noon at Covington Center Must pay for uniform when sized. Midget League Football Fee: $30 – Registration 9 yr & 10 yr Midget Jrs League 11 yr & 12 yr Midget Srs League Age: 9-12 yrs. (cannot turn 13 before Sept. 1st) 2011 Birth Certificate Required Registration: June 1st - Aug. 9th Days: Mon/Tues/Thurs Time: 5:30 OR 6:30 p.m. Location: Moore Stadium Coordinator: Tommie Agee Supplies needed: Shoes, mouthpiece & pads for pants. Supplies provided: Helmet & Shoulder pads *Equipment is limited in sizes. Some purchase may be necessary. OPR Leagues are “weight restricted’’ for participation. Weight limits are strictly enforced. Midget League Cheerleader Fee: $8 plus uniform ($70) (see sizing date) Age: Grades 4th – 7th Grade (2011 school year) Days: Mon/Tues/Thurs Time: 5:30 OR 6:30 p.m. Location: Moore Stadium Space limited to 72 cheerleaders Sponsors needed: Call David Scott UNIFORM SIZING DATES: August 6th 9:00 a.m.-noon at Covington Center Must pay for uniform when sized. & 13th, CHEERLEADER CAMP-See: Sports Camps Summer Swing Fun Run Calling Runners and Walkers of all skill levels! Meet in the parking lot of the Opelika Recreation Center at 6:00 p.m. for a timed 5K Run before the Summer Swing Concert. For more information contact: Doug Underwood ([email protected] ) or LAST LAP at this address: http://lastlap-dougu.blogspot.com POWER TUMBLING & TRAMPOLINE Director: Ben White : Certifications in Coaching, Safety and Judging from USA Gymnastics, Kids in Motion Staff: Beth Mowery, Lindsay Simmons, Brandon Clearman, Rachel Canada There is NO GYM the week of July 4th through July 8th. See below for days, times, levels and fees. Fees: $55 for classes meeting 1 day per week Every additional class is $35.00 Level I: Learn to stretch, tumble and condition in a fun environment. An opportunity to learn and polish basic skills and coordination. Use of tumbling and trampoline equipment. Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Times: 3:30, 4:15, 5:00, 5:45 only Thursday Level II Must have coaches recommendation. Back roll, handstand and round-off required. Learn to connect skills and increase difficulty. Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday Times: 3:30, 4:30 Level III: (Must have coaches recommendation) Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Time: 5:30 Cheerleader Prep: Age 6th grade & up If you need help getting ready for cheerleading tryouts, this is the class for you! Come and learn motions, jumps, tumbling and how to create your entrance. Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday Time: 6:30 -7:30 p.m. Cheer Fit Days: Tuesday, Thursday Time: 6:30 p.m. – 7:15 p.m. Learn Drills, stretching and strength work to improve your jumps. Theis is NOT a “Jumps” class. Come prepared to work. Fee: $35 Team Must have coaches approval and become registered with USA Gymnastics Day: Thursday Time: 5:30 p.m. Parent and Me: 2 and 3 year olds Parent must participate in helping child with activities. A great class for kids to learn coordination and have fun. Fee: $45 Day: Monday, Time: 6:00 pm OR Wednesday, Time: 10:00 a.m. OR 6:00 p.m. & Thursday 10 a.m. Tumble Tots: 4 Year olds Children will have fun learning new skills and coordination activities. Fee: $45 Days: Tuesday Time:6:00pm OR Wednesday Time:10:30 am Racketball Women’s Clinic Time: 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. Days: July 11th – 16th Fee: $40 Instructor: Jim Hawkins Location: SportsPlex Eyeguards required. Space limited. Advanced Clinic Age: 16 yrs & up Time: 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. Days: July 18th – 21th Fee: $45 Instructor: Jim Hawkins Location: SportsPlex Eyeguards required. Spacelimited. T-BALL Fee: $30 (Includes jersey & cap) Supplies needed: Small starter glove Age: 4-6 Yrs (age on April 30 2011) Day: Monday, Tuesday & Thursday Time: 5:30, 6:30 p.m. Registration: May 2nd - May 13th Practice begins: May 25th Season: June 6th – July 21st Location: West Ridge Park Coordinator: Melissa Martin Coaches needed. FALL SOCCER All games played at the Opelika SportsPlex Soccer Fields Registration at the SportsPlex: Between 8am-6:30 pm Mon- Fri August 8th –19th Ages: 3 years – 9th grade Fee: $30 (includes jersey, shorts and socks) Equipment packages may be purchased Location: W. James Samford Jr. Soccer Complex Coordinator: Melissa Martin Practices begin early Sept Games: Sept 19th – Nov.17th Sport Continued on Page 9 Sport Continued on Page 8 OPELIKA CRUSH CLUB SOCCER Now in the Second Season Opelika’s Competitive Soccer Team for those interested in raising the level of your game. Registration: July 11th – 15th Fee: $150 (Fee includes uniform, tournament fees, pre-season camp) Pre-season Camp: July 18th – 22nd Call Melissa Martin 705-2490 for details. Summer Hours for Pool & Splash Park begin Tuesday May 31st July 15, 2009 TENNIS Tennis Director: PTR Drew Clevenger Lessons available for Adult and Youth. For more information call 705-5556 or e-mail Drew Clevenger at [email protected] Location: Calhoun Tennis Center Tennis Camps: See CampsYouth Clinics High School Players Day/time: Monday & Wednesday - 4:30-5:30 * A class designed for intermediate/advanced tournament players. Instruction with skill building drills along with match play to fine tune young players. 6-8th Grade Jr. High Clinic Day/time: Monday & Wednesday - 3:30-4:30 * A class designed for developing tennis skills will be the objective, while fun, fair play, and proper court etiquette will be stressed. Opelika Parks & Recreation Summer 2011, Page 9 Beg/Int (1st-5th Grade) Day/time: Tuesday & Thursday - 3:45-4:45 *A class designed for working on basic tennis skills with instructive and fun drills. In this class we will work closely on match play, score keeping, and court etiquette. Pee Wee (4-5 yrs old) Day/time: Tuesday & Thursday - 2:45-3:45 * A class designed for introducing the game to children, with fun drills and instruction. Fees: * All clinics will be $50 a month per child * Mulit-child discounts First Child------------------$50 Second Child---------------$40 Third child------------------$30 Parent & Me Swim Class Designed for parents interested in acquainting their young children to the water in a fun and safe environment. Teaches infants, toddlers, and preMonday – Friday 5:00 am-7:00 am Member Lap Swim Only schoolers’ water adjustment, blowing bubbles, unUnder the guidance Envision Opelika the people have spoken! The City Leaders have answered and the dream 1:00 pm-9:00 pmof Open Swim derwater exploration and many other skills. of the Opelika SportsPlex and Aquatics Center has become a reality. the City of Opelika, Opelika Parks and Days: Monday & Wednesday July We, 11- 27th July 15, 2009 Saturday 8:00am10:00and am Member Lap Swim OnlyandTime: 8:00am-8:30am Recreation Board, Opelika Parks Recreation Department want to invite you to celebrate with us in a 10:00am-12:00 pm Family Swim Fee: $45 News. This edition will be distributed on August 2, 2009 to more special progress edition with the Opelika-Auburn 12:00pm5:00 pm OpeninSwim than 17,000 households Lee County. Under the guidance of Envision Opelika the people have spoken! The City Leaders have answered and the dream Sunday 1:00pm5:00pm Open Swim Opelika SeaDawgs Summer Swim Team of the Opelika SportsPlex and Aquatics Center has become a reality. We, the City of Opelika, Opelika Parks and You and your business are such an important part of our community. We hope you will join us and support this Registration: Begins Monday May 2nd Recreation Board, and Opelika in Parks and$50 Recreation Department want toSportsPlex invite youand to celebrate with us in a project bySummer choosing to advertise the progress the Opelika Aquatics Center. Fee: peredition swimmer.devoted ($5 dollar to discount for siblings) Splash Park Hours: Parent Meeting May 5th 6:00 @SportsPlex special progress edition with the Opelika-Auburn News. This edition will be distributed on August 2,6th 2009 to more Session I: Dates: June - June 17th Monday- Friday 9:00am- 9:00pm Practice Begins May 16th Times/Level: Saturday 9:00am-5:00pm than 17,000 households in Lee County. Times: 10 & under 5:00-7:00 p.m. Beginners 9:00-9:45 a.m. you, SundayThank 1:00pm-5:00pm 11 & over 6:00- 7:00 p.m. Tots 10:00-10:45 a.m. Practice schedule: Beginners 11:00-11:45this a.m. You and your business are such an important of our you will join us and support 16-25thpart – 5:00-7:00 pmcommunity. We hope Intermediate & Advanced 12:00-12:45 p.m. American Red Cross Lifeguard Course May May 31- July 13edition -7:00-9:00devoted a.m. or 5:00-6:00 choosing to advertise in the progress to thepm Opelika SportsPlex and Aquatics Center. Wantproject a fun andby exciting job for the summer or year Session II: Dates: June 20th -July 1st round. Get certified to be a professional lifeguard. Youth Swim Lessons Times/Level: Barbara Kent This 30 hour course covers lifeguard skills, first aid, Location: SportsPlex Beginners 9:00-9:45 a.m. and CPR. Special Activities Coordinator Minimum Age: 4 yrs by June 1, 2011 Tots 10:00-10:45 a.m. Fee: Thank $170 Opelika Parks and Recreation Department Fee: $45 you, Beginners 11:00-11:45 a.m. Dates: Monday – Thursday, May 9th – 19th Classes meet daily for two weeks. A separate regis- Intermediate & Advanced 12:00-12:45 p.m. Time: 4:00pm-8:00pm tration form must be completed for each child reg- Tots & Beginners 5:00-6:45 p.m. istered. All registrations must be made in person at the SportsPlex. No registrations will be accepted Float –In Movie without required fee. Come enjoy a movie while floating in the Sport- NO REFUNDS (EXCEPT DUE TO ILLNESS) Only Session III: Dates: July 11th – July 22th Times/Level: sPlex Pool. Bring your float and your family one session per swimmer. Beginners 9:00-9:45 a.m. Dates: Friday June 10th and July 8th Barbara Kent Tots 10:00-10:45 a.m. Time: 7:00pm Beginners 11:00-11:45 a.m. Activities Coordinator FreeSpecial to SportsPlex members $5 to non members. Tots(4 & 5 year olds): Level 1 – Intermediate & Advanced 12:00-12:45 p.m. Introduction to Water Skills Children under 6 free. Opelika Parks and Recreation Department Beginner: Level 2 & 3- Fundamental Aquatic Skills Adult Swim Lessons It is never to late to learn to swim this class is designed to teach adults to swim and learn about the many different stoke techniques Days: Monday & Tuesday June 6 – 28th Time: 6:00pm-7:00pm Fee: $45 & Stroke Development Intermediate: Levels 4 & 5 -Stroke Improvement & Stroke Refinement Advanced: Level 6- Lifeguard Readiness Older Beginners:- 11 to 14 year olds SWIMMERS WILL BE EVALUATED AT BEGINNING OF 1ST CLASS. Swim Lessons Location: Covington Center Fee: $45 Age: 4 yrs – 17 yrs Level: Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced Dates: Monday – Friday June 6th – 17th, June 20th – July 1st , July 5th – 15th Time: 9:00 – 9:50 am Page 10 ,Opelika Parks & Recreation Summer 2011 Art Camp Fee: $20 Days: Monday – Wednesday August 1st – 3rd Age: 5-12 years Location: Covington Center Basketball Camp Drills and Skills with the emphasis on Fun! Fee: $45 Age: 1st – 8th Grades (ages will be divided) Dates: August 1st - August 5th Time: 9:00 am – 12:30 pm Head Coach: Kendall Mills, OHS Graduate, Head Coach Hardaway H.S. Don’t spend your vacation playing NBA ’10 on your play station. Keep in shape and sharpen your skills. This camp is designed to inspire all athletes from beginners to advanced players. The camp will teach, develop and improve fundamental basketball skills and new techniques. Each player will participate in a variety of drills and end the day with competitions for prizes and awards. Ceramics Camp Fee: $15 Age: 7 & up Day: Tuesday – Friday Time: 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Days: August 8th , 9th & 10th Instructor: Shirley Caswell Register at the Armory Arts Center For more information: 705-5557 Cheerleading Camp Ideal for Youth and Midget League Cheerleaders. Learn Cheers, Chants and basic stunts. Fee: $15 Age: 4-12 years Day: Monday & Tuesday June 27th & 28th Time: 9:00-12 noon Location: Covington Center Football Camp 7th Annual Back to the Doghouse Football Camp Spend Saturday morning with former OHS alumni learning basic football skills through fun activities and motivational reflections. Day: tba Time: 9:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. Location: Bulldog Field OHS Coaches: Former OHS players in college & NFL Day Camp Sessions: June 6th - 17th June 20th – July 1st July 5th – July 15th July 18th – 29th Fee:$60 per session (plus $25 activity fee - due 1st day of camp) Time: 8:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. Two Locations: Covington Center Age: 1st grade – 5th grade (completed) The Covington Staff has a very active summer planned. There will be a variety of sport activities, swimming and weekly field trips both in and out of town. Cook outs and a staff-camper water day featuring a 30 ft water slide highlights and active summer planned with your child in mind. On rainy days, your camper will have a variety of activities inside the gym and game room. Camp includes snack, daily swimming and a t-shirt. PLEX Camp Ages: COMPLETED 1st grade – COMPLETED 5th grade The SportsPlex staff is looking forward to an exciting new outdoor camp experience. Plex Camp will include a wide variety of activities including arts & crafts, swimming, field trips, water day, wacky day, color day and sports. Many activities will have special emphasis on nature and science. The Plex Camp Compound will be located in the Amphitheater. Space is limited. Summer Sizzles With Opelika Parks & Recreation Camps Racquetball Camp (Advanced ) Age: 16 yrs & up Time: 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. Days: July 18th – 21th Fee: $45 Instructor: Jim Hawkins Location: SportsPlex Eyeguards required. Spacelimited. Sports Splash and Bash Camp Come for a fun week of sports based activities. Bring lunch , water bottle, bathing suit, towel and lots of energy! Fee: $ 30 Director: Melissa Martin Location: SportsPlex Age: 5-7 yrs Time: 9 am-1 pm Session I: June 13 – June 17 Session II : June 27 - July 1st Age: 8-12 yrs Time: 9 am-3 pm Dates: July 5th – 14th Soccer Camps June 20th – June 24th Ages 3 & 4 Time: 8:00 – 9:00 Fee $45 Ages 5-7 Time: 9:00 – 11:30 Fee $70 Ages 7-14 Time: 9:00 – 4:00 Fee $125 July 18th – July 22nd Age: 3 & 4 Time: 9:00-10:15 a.m. Fee $50 Age: 5 & 6 Time: 10:30-11:45 a.m. Fee: $50 Ages 7-14 Time: 9:00 – 12:00 Fee $85 Advanced Camp Time: 5:00-8:00 p.m. Fee $100 Racquetball Camp (Beg-Int) Covers basic skills and rules Age/time: 10 – 13 yrs 10:00 – 11:30 a.m 14 – 17 yrs 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. Days: June 6th – 10th Fee: $50 Instructor: Jim Hawkins Location: SportsPlex Eyeguards required. Space limited. All Camps will train for age specific skills. Full day camp will include a midday swim. Advanced camp is for club level players. Director: Alan Ewing Coaching staff: GSS is a team of experienced full time soccer coaches, and educators from the UK, US and Europe who deliver the quality that you deserve and US Soccer demands. For more information: [email protected] Tumbling Camp Fee: $25 includes t-shirt Age: 7 & up Dates: August 8th , 9th , & 11th Time: 3:30 – 5:30 pm Location: Denson Rec Tennis Camps Pee Wee Camp Fee: $40 Age: 4-7 yrs Dates: June 6th – 10th OR July 11th – 15th Instructor: Drew Clevenger Beginner-Intermediate Camp Fee: $40 Age: 8-12 yrs Dates: June 20th – 24th OR July 25th – 29th OR August 1st – 5th Instructor: Drew Clevenger SUMMER SIZZLES WITH OPELIKA PARKS & RECREATION CAMPS GIVE A GIFT OF FUN to a lucky Kid! Buy a gift certificate for an Opelika Parks & Recreation Camp! Opelika Parks & Recreation Summer 2011, Page 11 • Special Events • Summer Swing’s NoonTunes Celebrate the arrival of summer as you join us every Wednesday in May on Courthouse Square in Opelika for a free lunchtime concert. Bring a brown bag lunch (or purchase lunch from a local restaurant),a quilt or lawn chair and relax by the fountain for an hour of unforgettable musical entertainment. Wednesday May 4th • Mike and Dave (Oldies, 50’s, 60’s, 70’s ) A Taste of Nostalgia. The Favorite of Baby Boomers. Wednesday May 11th • Martha’s Trouble Performs music from today’s country artists such as Alison Krauss, Shania Twain, and Kenny Chesney. Strong vocal harmonies. Also plays tunes from classic rock artists such as the Allman Brothers, Eagles and Jimmy Buffett. Look for Martha’s Trouble at Summer Swing on July 26th. Wednesday May 18th • MD 20/20 A musical duet that performs a wide variety of songs from artists such as Tom Petty, The Eagles, REM, and Jimmy Buffet, among others. Both Mark Wilson (vocals/acoustic guitar) and Dusty Hall (lead guitar) are members of the band Crossroads, who will also be performing at the 2011 Summer Swing Concert Series for the 4th consecutive year! Concert Time: 12 noon – 1:00 p.m. Wednesday May 25th • Muse Easy listening, vocal oriented acoustic soft rock played as only Muse can. Concert Time: 12 noon – 1:00 p.m. OPELIKA-AUBURN NEWS Annual Freedom Celebration Day: Friday July 1st Location: OHS Football Practice Field Musical Entertainment by Muse 6:30 p.m. Fun, Entertainment 7:30 p.m. Buddy Blue and the Opelika Sky Divers Dark: Fireworks Show Inflatable games and activities for the entire family; Purchase hamburgers and hotdogs at a reasonable price for your family picnic. Music, entertainment, great food and The Ultimate Fireworks Show make up this family night of fun and excitement. Free to the public. Page 12 ,Opelika Parks & Recreation Summer 2011 Summer Swing Concerts in the Park 7:00 P.M. Municipal Park Concerts FREE to the public! e l u d e h Sc May 3rd OHS Symphonic and Concert Bands Opelika High School Concert and Symphonic Bands will present a “POPS” Concert! Music will be chosen from an assortment and variety of marches, movie music, and contemporary collections. The bands will also feature some guest artists and special presentations to students who have been involved with the band program for several years. We look forward to the OHS Bands culminating concert of the year! May 10th Lee Scott Academy Jazz Band Jazz, Swing, Rock, Ballads and more! May 17th OHS Jazz Ensemble Local talent, Jazz Rock, Swing & Jazz May 24th S.E. Alabama Community Band 58-member Band, Conducted by Dr. Johnny Long, Troy Univ. Band Director Emeritus. Marches, Broadway Show Tunes & Classical Music will be featured. May 31st Neil Diamond Tribute Artist Conner Lorre is a top tier singer with a fun and unique talent. He dazzles his audiences as a singing voice impersonator. Conner Lorre is clearly one of the best Neil Diamond voice impersonators in the world. Almost certainly the best you’ve ever heard. OPELIKA-AUBURN C I T Y O F O P E L I K A NEWS A L A B A M A Every Tuesday evening beginning May 3rd, the Opelika Parks and Recreation Department hosts a free outdoor concert at 7:00 p.m. at Municipal Park in Opelika Alabama. This 15-week concert series offers a wide variety of musical entertainment including Gospel, Jazz, R & B, Oldies, Country, Big Band Swing, Folk, and Community Band music. The Opelika Band Boosters will prepare Summer Swing Sack Suppers in the park for a nominal fee from 6:15-7:30 p.m. Their hamburgers and hot dogs are ideal for a family picnic. First American Bank of Opelika will provide complimentary lemonade during the concerts. Come out early! Bring the whole family, a quilt or lawn chair and relax on the bank of Rocky Brook Creek for an evening of musical fun, fellowship and relaxation. For more information call the Opelika Parks and Recreation Department at 334-705-5560 or e-mail [email protected] June 7th Kidd Blue For almost 25 years Kidd Blue has been delivering their eclectic mix of Rock n’ Roll, Soul, R & B, 80’s and Jazz favorites to packed dance floors all over the southeast. But hey, you’ll enjoy the band even if you just want to chill in your lawn chair. With some of the most talented local and regional musicians on board, you’ll be treated to a great evening of quality music. For more information: www.kiddblue.com June 14th Route 66 This energetic group plays it all…Oldies, Pop, Rock and Dance music. Audience participation is encouraged…Join the ‘Monkey Park’ dancers on the grass around the stage as they dance, blow bubbles and have a great time! June 21st The Fedoras July 5th Crossroads Provides an opportunity for listeners to enjoy the vocal talents of Jessica Wilson. The band explores less frequently covered material, such as Fleetwood Mac, Linda Ronstadt, Cross Canadian Ragweed, and even a little R.E.M.. Moving through contemporary and classic rock, country, and folk music provides audiences with a unique and entertaining experience. The group and it’s members hail from Auburn, Alabama and collectively have many years of band playing and performing experience. Please check out Crossroad’s website at https://fp.auburn.edu/wilsodm/crossroads . July 12th Adam Hood An Opelika native, Adam Hood is just back from the 2011 Willie Nelson Throw Down Tour. He is a singer/songwriter and will perform an acoustic show of his original songs. July 19th Muse This acoustic duo plays folk, pop and bluegrass tunes the whole family will enjoy. 20th year on the Summer Swing Bandstand! Easy listening, vocal oriented acoustic soft rock played as only Muse can June 28th Bill J. Brooks -ELVIS Lives Concert July 26th Martha’s Trouble Top rated Elvis Tribute artist in the S.E. This show is dynamic, entertaining, moving and family friendly. Elvis fan or not, you are in for a rare treat. Thank you, Thank you very much! Many thanks to our Community Partners: The Opelika Auburn News, The Opelika Chamber of Commerce, WKKR, and MIX 96 Nationally recognizedAmericanasingers/songwriters. – “ have all the qualities that bands like 10,000 Maniacswith Natalie Merchant possessed - great songwriting, great melodies, and a greatsense of timing.” ~All Music Guide August 2nd Fred Jones /The James Brown Trio Southern Gospel August 9th BACK TO SCHOOL BASH- ROUTE 66 Enjoy a final concert as we bid summer farewell!