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BexleyRec
Bexley Recreation Department Activities Brochure
page 9
Winter/Spring, 2021
page14 Registration Opens January 5
About Bexley Recreation
165 N. Parkview Ave.
Hours of Operation: COVID Update
Bexley, Ohio 43209 Bexley Recreation is located in Jeffrey Mansion on the 3rd
8:00am - 4:30pm, Mon. - Fri. floor. Business hours are Monday through Friday from
8:00am - 4:30pm, but the building is currently closed
Bexley.org/recreation to the public due to COVID safety measures as well as
facebook.com/bexleyrec Jeffrey Mansion Preschool being back in session. We are
twitter.com/bexleymayor conducting business over the phone, online and also
pinterest.com/cityofbexley accepting appointments. Please contact us at (614) 559-
4300 or by email at recreation@bexley.org. You may also find
Mayor information at www.bexley.org/recreation.
Ben Kessler
Jeffrey Park
City Council
Jeffrey Park consists of nearly 40 acres, including the two
Lori Ann Feibel.; Matt Klingler; Monique Lampke; Troy
Commonwealth Parks located on the east side of
Markham; Jen Robinson; Jessica Saad; Richard Sharp
Parkview Avenue. A large portion south and west of Jeffrey
Mansion is a natural woodland traversed by walking trails.
Recreation Board
Alum Creek forms the park’s western boundary. Other
Ann Brennan; Roger Carroll, Matt McPeek; Victoria Powers
recreation opportunities include a tot lot and playground
(School Board); Jessica Sparks; Manika Williams
for children, two tennis courts, four pickleball courts, picnic
areas with grills, a play field, two shelter houses and the
Recreation & Parks
community aquatic facility. Jeffrey Park is open for visitors to
Director: Michael Price
enjoy daily from dawn until dusk.
Deputy Director: Natalie Mullin
Recreation Supervisor: Barb Greiner
Program Information
Recreation Supervisor: Katie Sarvas
This brochure does not necessarily contain all of the activities
Recreation Supervisor: Kevin Smith
that will be sponsored by the Bexley Recreation Department.
Recreation Supervisor (55+): Kristen Schweitzer
Contact us or visit us online for more program information.
Preschool Director: Cate Swendal
You may also find program and event information in This
Recreation Coordinator: Emily Sweet
Week Bexley News. Bexley Recreation reserves the right
Recreation Coordinator: Collin Cain
to use photographs taken in classes and programs to be
Jeffrey Park Grounds Supervisor: Ron Gould
used in advertisements and brochures for the Recreation
Grounds Maintenance: Adam Myers
Department.
Service Worker: Craig Middlemus
Jeffrey Mansion Maintenance: Craig Yantko
Payment Information
Payment is required for all programs at the time of
Bexley Recreation Board
registration. Registration for classes must be done before a
The Bexley Recreation Board consists of six Bexley residents
class begins. No drop-ins or registration at time of class are
appointed by Mayor Kessler. The Bexley School Board
allowed.
recommends one member. Board members volunteer for a
three (3) year term and meet a minimum of once a month.
Board meetings are held the first Wednesday of each month
at 5:30pm at City Hall. The public is invited to attend.
City Contacts
Emergency: 911
Police Non-Emergency: (614) 559-4444 Finance Department: (614) 559-4260
Fire Department: (614) 221-2345 Mayor’s Office: (614) 559-4210
Poison Control: (614) 228-1323 Service Department: (614) 559-4220
Recreation and Parks: (614) 559-4300 Water Department: (614) 559-4270
Building and Zoning Department: (614) 559-4240 Franklin County Board of Health: (614) 462-7487
City Attorney: (614) 559-4200 Capital Area Humane Society: (614) 777-7387
City Council: (614) 559-4200 Bexley Public Library: (614) 231-2793
Communications & Marketing (614) 559-4255 Animal Control: (614) 559-4444
Development Department: (614) 559-4210
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Winter & Spring 2021
Table of Contents
Info and Notes
Registration Info 4
Facility Rental /Community Info 5 -6
Child care & Early Childhood Activities
Preschool 7
Jeffrey Summer Camp 8
Dance Program 9
Activities 10
Youth Activities
Dance Program 9
Activities 11 - 15
Flag Football 13
Baseball & Softball 14
Adult Activities
Adult Activities 17 - 20
Yoga 17 - 18
SilverSneakers FLEX® 20
+55 Activities
Activities 21
Community Activities
Pool Memberships 16
Community Info 22
Front Cover: Pickleball Open Play @ Jeffrey Park Courts (Pg. 19)
Bexley Recreation & Parks Department Inside Cover: Jeffrey Mansion Expansion Project Renderings
Registration Policies
Registration FAQ Activity Policies
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Notes
When does registration open? To receive a full refund, you must cancel participation in
andNotes
Bexley resident activity registration opens Jan. 5, 2021at an activity no later than two (2) weeks prior to the start of
12:00pm and Non-Bexley resident registration opens the activity. A 5% processing fee of the activity cost will be
Jan. 7, 2021 at 12:00pm. charged for all refunds. You do have the option to take a
full refund with the processing fee or you may credit your
InfoAnd
What registration platform supports Bexley Rec? account with no processing fee. Refunds will not be issued
We have switched registration softwares from ActiveNet to once an activity has started.
Info
MyRec. For more information on why we made this switch,
please visit www.bexley.org/myrec. Refund Exceptions
For any changes made by Bexley Recreation after an
How do I access the registration website? individual has already registered for the activity (i.e. Change
It’s so simple! Just go to www.bexleyrec.com to start viewing in activity dates, times, and/or costs, or class cancellation), a
available activities today! full refund will be applied. Not subject to changes that are
beyond our control.
Do I need to set up a new account?
Yes. This software is completely separate from ActiveNet. All Credit Policy
users will need to set up an account first prior to registering If an activity is dropped within 2 weeks prior to the start
for any activities. of the activity, the fee originally paid may be kept on your
account as a credit. This credit will only be granted if the
How do I register for an activity? drop does not take the class registration below the class
Once you have created an account, you can begin searching minimum or the class is waitlisted and we are able to fill your
Activities by selecting Register and then Programs. Please registration spot. There is no service fee for a credit.
note, Programs are considered to be the “parent” and the
Activities listed under the program are the actual Activities Waitlist Policy
that you will register for online. You can only register for the Participants will automatically be placed on a waitlist if an
active Activities, not Programs. activity has met its maximum capacity.
• If spots become available, participants will be
An example would be Youth Basketball WI 21 (2nd Grade) as notified by phone or email . Please respond as soon
seen below has two activities listed under it (2nd Grade Boys as possible if notified about an opening.
and 2nd Grade Girls). • If confirmation is not received within 24 hours, the
next available person on the waitlist will be notified.
Activity Cancellation Policy
If an activity is canceled by Bexley Recreation for inclement
weather, the department will try to reschedule the activity.
If unable to do so, participants are not entitled to a prorated
refund.
COVID-19 Information
We will be following all federal, state, and local guidelines
as it relates to all programs to ensure the safety of our
participants, instructors, coaches and spectators. In
Is there a processing fee for registering online with a many cases, spectators will be limited per activity. Safety
credit card? measures will be put in place based on the structure of
Yes. You will be required to pay a 1% fee on your total bill. each activity. We will look to parents and adults to help
Please note, this is 2.5% less than our previous registration us adhere to the guidelines during activities so that we
software. are keeping Bexley safe and can continue to offer more
activities as the year progresses.
Is there In-Person registration?
Not currently due to COVID-19, but if you encounter any COVID-19 Related Refunds
issues during online registration, please call us at If the BRPD at any point is forced to shut down in-person
(614) 559-4300 or email us at recreation@bexley.org. activities due to COVID-19, we will first try to pivot to
online (Zoom) if able. In the event we cannot hold a class
online, then we will issue credits or refunds.
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Rental Information
Jeffrey Mansion Rentals Shelter House Rentals
Jeffrey Mansion will be undergoing a renovation & COVID-19 Policies
expansion project that will enhance the current space as We are currently taking reservations for the Memorial Shelter
Info And Notes
well as add new space to the north garage court. We are House only. The capacity has been reduced to 40 people.
extremely excited about this project and what it will bring to Masks will be strongly recommended and social distancing
our community! practices must be in place for the event.
2021 Rentals Memorial Shelter House (165 N. Parkview Ave.)
At the culmination of this project (early 2021), we will still Capacity: 40 (adjusted from 100)
have our 1st floor space (Jeffrey House) and a new lower The Shelter House is open for reservations any day of
level space (Carriage Court) for programming and events. the year, by Bexley Residents only, except on days Bexley
We are currently taking reservations for March 2021 and on Recreation has a scheduled event. There is a serving area for
(up to one year in advance) for the Carriage Court. Due to food and two family size grills on the east side. Private grills
in-house program needs, the Jeffrey House will not become may not be brought in without prior approval. Men’s and
available for rental until June 2021. women’s restrooms are located on the east side.
Shelter House Hours & Rates
Fee Structure All rentals must be approved via phone or email. In-person
Please visit www.bexley.org/facilityrentals for all of our fees. reservations will not be accepted.
Hour minimum: 2
COVID-19 Policies Fee: $20/hour (paid in full at time of reservation)
All events will be required to follow the most current federal,
state and local guidelines. As this is a fluid situation, it is not Clifton Shelter House (2100 Clifton Ave.) Not for
out of the question that scheduled events for 2021 may be Capacity: 80 Rent 2021
asked to postpone or cancel. If BRPD is forced to close the The Shelter House is open for reservations any day of the
facility, a full refund will be issued. year by Bexley Residents only; except during Jeffrey Summer
Camp (1st Monday after school lets out through the last
Tuesday before school resumes). The Clifton Shelter may
only be reserved on Fridays from 6:30 - 10:00pm or Saturdays
& Sundays from 8:00am - 10:00pm. (It will not be available
Monday – Thursday).
Jeffrey Mansion Preferred Caterers
Information on Mansion Rentals in 2021:
www.bexley.org/facilityrentals
recreation@bexley.org
(614) 559-4300
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Community Information
Field & Diamond Permits 2021 Jeffrey Park No Dog Policy Reminder
Notes
andNotes
Fields and diamonds may be limited to specific time periods
based on the season. All initial permits MUST be done in We know you love your pets. We do too!
person at the Recreation Office (located in Jeffrey Mansion),
which includes the lottery day. For more information Just a reminder, however, that dogs and other pets
InfoAnd
regarding our annual field permit schedule, please go to on or off-leash are strictly prohibited in Jeffrey Park
www.bexley.org/facilityrentals. and Woodland. They can spook the animals, especially
when off-leash and not in control of the owner. We do
Info
Field Permits not want to put our park visitors in the way of unknown
Season Dates Lottery (Class A3) Time danger when a dog gets loose and chases a deer into the
open park. This can become a huge safety hazard.
Winter Jan. 4 - Mar. 7 n/a n/a
Spring/Summer Mar. 8 - Aug. 9 Mon. Mar. 8 8:00am
In an effort to maintain the safety of our visitors and to
preserve the diverse habitats of our permanent plant and
Diamond Permits
animal residents, only companion/service animals are
Season Dates Lottery (Class A3) Time allowed.
Winter Jan. 4 - Apr. 10 n/a n/a
Spring/Summer Apr. 12 - Jul. 31 Mon., Apr. 12 8:00am
Jeffrey
Bexley Historical Society Museum
2080 Clifton Ave. info@bexleyhistory.org
Care
Bexley, OH 43209 www.bexleyhistory.org We are continuing to work with the Bexley City Schools
(614) 559-4360 A 501(c)(3) Organization on the program style for Jeffrey Care. We will be shifting
Museum Hours (only by appointment) to AM/PM coverage and expect the AM/PM Model to
Due to Covid-19, Open Hours at the Museum are currently have the following schedule:
suspended. The museum is open by appointment for small
groups. Social distancing is observed and masks are required. 8:05a - 11:05p - AM Group
11:05a-12:15p - Cleaning/Transition/Lunch
Bexley Historical Society Updates 12:15 - 3:15p - PM Group
Visit bexleyhistoricalsociety.org to see the unveiling of the Camp
Bushnell historical marker placed at Drexel Circle on Veterans
Day, November 2020. Also enjoy photos and information from AM Coverage will be 7:45am until school starts
the society’s latest newsletter. PM Coverage will be end of school until 4:00pm
Fee: $125/week with a 4-week commitment.
Space is limited based on your child’s school schedule.
Jeffrey Care Registration Information
For more detailed information on the program, please
visit our website at www.bexley.org/jeffrey-care. To
register, please visit www.bexleyrec.com.
Contact Katie Sarvas for additional questions:
(614) 559-4300; ksarvas@bexley.org.
Programs On Hold
We are still evaluating the below programs to see if we can offer them as it relates to COVID-19 guidelines and available
locations. We will communicate any new offerings via email and facebook.
Basketball Skills; Sporties for Shorties; Youth Volleyball; Adult Volleyball; Adult Soccer
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Jeffrey Mansion Preschool
Jeffrey Park Playground Public Use During
JMP Operating Hours:
For the safety of our program, the public playground
at Jeffrey Park has limited hours for the general public
Jeffrey mansion preschool
Monday - Friday. Please contact the Recreation Office with
any questions at (614) 559-4300.
Weekdays (Hours Vary)
Dawn to 9:30am
12:00 - 3:00pm
3:00 - 5:00pm
2021-22 JMP School Year Program
Weekends (Dawn to Dusk)
Date: Aug. 23. 2021 - May 27, 2021 Open all day for public use.
3 & 4 Program Age: Child must be 3 years old by Aug. 1
4 & 5 Program Age: Child must be 4 years old by Aug. 1
The preschool is located on the 2nd floor of Jeffrey Mansion.
Daily experiences and project work includes, but is not 3 & 4 Year-Old Program
limited to, language arts, math, art, social studies, and
science. The children also have opportunities for physical This program is designed for children entering a group
development in the motor room and on the playground experience for the first time. The teachers work to help the
located in beautiful 34-acre Jeffrey Park. We are licensed children establish trusting, positive relationships and build
by the State of Ohio and maintain an 8:1 student/teacher a classroom community that flourishes with creative, joyful
ratio. Our teaching staff is qualified and experienced in Early learning. Child must be potty trained.
Childhood education and development.
Program Time Day Cost
2021-22 School Year Registration Periods 3-day half TBA M, W, F TBA
New Bexley Resident Families: Jan. 11, 2021 3-day full TBA M, W, F TBA
New Open Registration (Non-Residents): Jan. 19, 2021 5-day half TBA M-F TBA
5-day full TBA M-F TBA
Program Time + Cost Information
We are currently evaluating program times as it relates to *3-day half/full and 5-day half/full programs are combined and there will be
a specified max number of students based on availability within each.
COVID-19. Information will be posted online prior to open
resident registration (Jan. 11).
4 & 5 Year-Old Program
For more information, visit www.bexley.org/jmp or This program is designed for children who are preparing to
contact Cate Swendal at (614) 559-4311 or enter Kindergarten. To ensure Kindergarten readiness, daily
cswendal@bexley.org. lessons are aligned with Preschool Standards set forth by
the Ohio Department of Education, and are presented in a
It is our expectation that the 2021-22 School Year will manner conducive for all learning styles.
operate under normal circumstances with typical
maximums for each classroom. It is also possible that Program Time Day Cost
some COVID-19 safety measures may still be in place. 5-day half TBA M-F TBA
We will be evaluating throughout the year as to how the 5-day full TBA M-F TBA
program will or may be affected by COVID-19 in August
2021. *These are combined and there will be a specified max number of students
based on availability within each.
Curent Year 2020-21 Program Information
JMP staff have been working with the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services as well as Franklin County Public Helath
for all COVID-19 related safety measures. The 2020-21 school year is taking place as scheduled with some modifications to
classrooms (including creating additional rooms) to adhere to max room capacity. Currently we are operating at max capacity.
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Jeffrey Summer Camp
Playcamp (4 - 5 Years Old)
Each camper will experience arts and crafts, games, music,
free play, and friendship! All staff are certified in CPR and First
Aid, with a staff/camper ratio of 8:1.
Camp Time Day Resident Non-Res
JEFFREY summer camp
5-day half 7:00am - 12:30pm Mon. - Fri. $110/wk $127/wk
5-day full 7:00am - 6:00pm Mon. - Fri. $174/wk $200/wk
*Child must be 4 by Aug. 1, 2021.
Location: Jeffrey Park
Woods (1st & 2nd) & Park (3rd - 6th)
Playcamp, Woods & Park Dates: Jun. 7 - Aug. 13 These camps provide a wide range of activities and choices.
Camp Adventure: TBA Each week will have a different theme, weekly field trips, and
activities specific for each camp. Please note, 3rd graders
JSC will run for 10 weeks during the summer of 2021! We
are now attending Camp Park to better enhance the
are hoping to offer JSC this summer as close to normal
breakdown of age groups.
as possible. There will still be COVID-19 safety measures
in place and we are currently working on new themes, Camp Time Day Resident Non-Resident
possible field trips, and new activities for this summer’s
camp season. We will continue to make JSC safe, exciting, AM 7:00am - 12:30pm Mon. - Fri. $110/wk $127/wk
and enjoyable for the campers as well as affordable, flexible, PM 12:30 - 6:00pm Mon. - Fri. $110/wk $127/wk
and convenient for the parents. Both 7:00am - 6:00pm Mon. - Fri. $174/wk $200/wk
2021 Registration Information
We will be offering online registration this year via MyRec!
We hope to offer JSC in normal capacity with COVID-19
policies in place. Please note, at anytime, we may need
Camp Adventure (6th - 9th)
to reduce our maximums in each camp if we feel that Location: Maryland Elementary (Meeting Location)
is the safest way to be able to offer the program. In Camp Adventure is a T-W-R program, consisting of 3 field
that event, all registrations are time stamped and we would trips each week (i.e. Cedar Point, Kings Island, horseback
confirm placement in each camp for those registered. riding, canoeing, and more!) Adventures will have their set
days in February. Form more information, please go to
Early Bird Registration (Online) www.bexley.org/jsc.
To be eligible, you must have had a child originally
registered for any of the 2020 JSC programs (those eligible Please Note: This schedule has not been finalized yet
campers will receive an email regarding early registration). due to COVID. We will communicate all information we
have prior to registration opening.
EB Registration Window: Feb. 8 - 19
Time: Opens online at 5:00pm on Feb. 8 Date Time Day Cost
TBD Varies Tue., Wed., & Thu. $174/wk
Open Bexley Resident Registration (Online)
Open registration is for Bexley Residents who did not
register for any 2020 JSC programs.
Opens for online registration on Mar. 1, 2021 at 5:00pm
JSC Information & Contact
Non-Bexley Resident Registration (Online) For forms and more information, please visit our website
Non-Bexley Residents will be allowed to register online for at www.bexley.org/jsc. With any additional questions,
JSC starting Mon., Mar. 22, 2021 please contact Katie Sarvas at (614) 559-4300 or email her
at ksarvas@bexley.org.
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DAnce program
2021 Winter-Spring Dance Program COVID Policies
All classes will be in-person with strict COVID-19 policies in place. This includes, but is not limited to, masks being required for
participants and instructors, floor markings to keep participants a minimum of 6’ from each other, not exceeding the max of 10
in each activity, and only allowing one (1) parent to accompany their child to class (siblings will not be permitted).
Creative Movement Ballet & Tap
Location: Jeffrey Mansion Age: 2 Location: Jeffrey Mansion Instructor: Zmuda
Cost: $110 Cost: $120 Age: 6 - 8
This class is an introduction to dance and movement Students will learn beginner level steps, musicality, and
for a two year old child. Your child will learn rhythm and coordination through classroom exercises and creative
dance program
basic movement through dance and play. The Creative choreography. Students must have ballet shoes and tap
Movement Class will not participate in the Spring shoes for this class.
Recital.
Date Time Day Instructor
Date Time Day Instructor
Jan. 19 - Mar. 30 6:30 - 7:15pm Tue. Zmuda
Jan. 13 - Mar. 24 5:30 - 6:00pm Wed. Hanna
Jan. 21 - Apr. 1 6:00 - 6:45pm Thu. Zmuda
Pre-Ballet Hip Hop
Location: Jeffrey Mansion Instructor: Varies Location: Jeffrey Mansion Age: 6 - 9
Cost: $110 Age: 3 Cost: $120
Students will learn basic ballet, musicality and coordination Students will explore basic moves and routines for the
through creative play. A parent or caregiver needs to be hip hop style through classroom exercises and creative
present during class. Students must have ballet shoes. choreography. Students should have tennis shoes or flat
athletic shoes (ex. converse, keds, vans, etc) for class.
Date Time Day Instructor
Jan. 19 - Mar. 30 4:00 - 4:30pm Tue. Zmuda Date Time Day Instructor
Jan. 19 - Mar. 30 4:45 - 5:15pm Tue. Zmuda Jan. 18 - Mar. 29 5:30 - 6:15pm Mon. Hanna
Jan. 13 - Mar. 24 6:15 - 6:45pm Wed. Hanna
Jazz Dance
Ballet & Tap Location: Jeffrey Mansion Age: 6 - 9
Location: Jeffrey Mansion Instructor: Varies Cost: $120
Cost: $120 Age: 4 - 5
Students will learn basic steps and musicality for the jazz
Students will learn basic steps, musicality, and coordination style through classroom exercise and creative choreography.
through classroom exercises and creative play. Students Students should have jazz shoes for this class.
must have ballet shoes and tap shoes for this class.
Date Time Day Instructor
Date Time Day Instructor Jan. 18 - Mar. 29 6:30 - 7:15pm Mon. Hanna
Jan. 19 - Mar. 30 5:30 - 6:15pm Tue. Zmuda
Jan. 13 - Mar. 24 6:45 - 7:30pm Wed. Hanna Days Off Schedule for All Classes (Spring Break)
Jan. 21 - Apr. 1 4:00 - 4:45pm Thu. Zmuda There will be no classes the week of Spring Break (Mar. 15,
Jan. 21 - Apr. 1 5:00 - 5:45pm Thu. Zmuda 16, 17 or 18).
Winter & Spring 2021 Dance Recital: Friday, April 9 2021 at 6:00pm. There will be a dress rehearsal at 6:00 pm on Thursday,
April 8, 2021. The rehearsal and recital will be held at a location to be determined. For the recital your child will be required
to wear tights and a leotard. Tutus will be provided by the instructors for a small fee between $10.00 to $25.00. The Creative
Movement class will not participate in the Spring Dance Recital.
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Early Childhood Activities
Soccer Tykes Jr. Leg Up Athletics
Location: JSC Field Instructor: Coach Chris Location: Schneider Park
Cost: $40 Age: 3 Athletic Fields
Instructor: Leg Up Instructor
Early Childhood Activities
We take your little one through basic skills of soccer. We use Day: Saturday
fun and engaging games in which each child has a ball for Age: 3 - 5
the most practice possible.
Do you find it difficult to attend weekday evening classes for
Date Time Day your little one? With curriculum developed by Coach Chris,
Apr. 13 - May 4 4:30 - 5:00pm Tue. a Leg Up Athletics instructor will provide this fun option on
Apr. 13 - May 4 5:15 - 5:45pm Tue. Saturday mornings!
Apr. 13 - May 4 6:00 - 6:30pm Tue. Soccer Tykes Jr. (3 Years Old)
We will take your little one through the basic skills of soccer.
We use fun and engaging games in which each child has a
ball for the most practice possible.
Soccer Tykes Date Time Cost
Location: JSC Field Instructor: Coach Chris Apr. 17 - May 8 10:00 - 10:30am $40
Cost: $65 Age: 4 - 5
Soccer Tykes (4 - 5 Years Old)
We take your little one through basic skills of soccer, from
We will take your little one through basic skills of soccer.
dribbling to kicking to game play. We use fun and engaging
From dribbling to kicking to game play. We use fun and
games in which each child has a ball for the most practice
engaging games in which each child has a ball for the most
possible.
practice possible.
Date Time Day
Date Time Cost
Apr. 14 - May 19 4:30 - 5:15pm Wed. Apr. 17 - May 22 10:45 - 11:30am $65
Apr. 14 - May 19 5:30 - 6:15pm Wed.
Apr. 14 - May 19 6:15 - 7:00pm Wed.
egg dash TBD. Backyard Ice Rink
More Details coming soon...
We will be evaluating the Egg Dash and how best
to present it to our community. It is very possible
that we will be doing something similar to 2020,
where we had eggs and jelly beans available for
community members to register for in advance
to do small scale hunts on their block. More
information to come. Thanks to
10 Activities Brochure / Winter & Spring 2021 Bexley Recreation & Parks DepartmentYouth Activities
Enriching Kidz Programs
Location: Zoom Online Instructor: Enriching Kidz
Cost: Varies Age: 9 - 14
Enriching Kidz will be offering a variety of activities this
Winter-Spring. All classes will be held on Zoom.
Better Babysitters (10 - 14 Years Old) Kidz Home Alone (9 - 12 Years Old)
Would your child know what to do if the child they were Are you ready to educate your child about the
babysitting were choking? Does your child babysit their responsibilities of being home alone? Our goal is to assist
younger siblings? Your child will learn the skills needed to every student to feel more comfortable while home alone.
be a Better Babysitter! This class includes guest speakers This interactive course teaches topics such as First Aid, Self
from the local Police and Fire Departments. All students Heimlich maneuver, reasons to call 911, fire escape plans,
will receive their own first aid kit to take home. This class is microwave safety and how to problem solve out of the
appropriate for boys and girls ages 10-14, and is interactive ordinary situations. A parent guide is included in the student
and fun with role play and hands on instruction. manual which provides helpful discussion points between
parent and child. Parents do not need to attend the class.
Date Time Day Cost
Youth ACTIVITIES
Feb. 3 - 24 4:00 - 5:30pm Wed. $114 Date Time Day Cost
Mar. 3 & 10 4:30 - 5:30pm Wed. $75
Brain Teasers, Puzzles + Party Planning
(9 - 12 Years Old) Empowering Girls with Confidence (9 - 12 Years Old)
Do you want your child to learn how to make decisions and Preparing girls for successful friendships, relationships,
problem-solve? This latest FUN Enriching Kidz class teaches and careers starts by empowering them with confidence
kids how to problem solve through comical situations at a young age. This fun and interactive workshop uses
on their own and in groups. These include hypothetical discussion, mediation, video, and crafts to teach girls
situations that can happen in real life, as well as hands-on, between the ages of 9-12 to recognize the qualities that
and brain teaser challenges which your child will love! An make them awesome, celebrate who they are, and give
example is building the highest sculpture with dry spaghetti them the tools to empower them when their self-esteem is
and marshmallows! challenged by insecurities or difficult situations.
Students will also be creating a birthday party for a friend Students will learn:
working through issues such as choice of venues, food, and · Self-confidence and tools to boost self-esteem
entertainment while staying in a budget while working · Inner and outer beauty
around special accommodations. · Body image and the media
· Positive role models
Students will learn: · Effective communication skills
· How to think/plan ahead · Gaining strength in celebrating who they are
· Critical Thinking skills · How the idea of beauty has changed through generations
· How to associate problem-solving and decision making · Role Models
with solutions
· How to work in groups and by themselves effectively Date Time Day Cost
· How to work within a budget Mar. 2 - 30* 4:30 - 6:00pm Tue. $114
· How to create a party customized to the birthday child’s *No Class Mar. 16.
interests
· How to work together as a team and work through conflict
resolution
· How to plan a party so that everyone will enjoy it!
Date Time Day Cost
Feb. 25 & Mar. 4 7:00 - 8:00pm Thu. $75
Bexley Recreation & Parks Department Activities Brochure / Winter & Spring 2021 11Youth Activities
No Sleeves Magic Upcycle Art
Location: Jeffrey Mansion Instructor: Baker Location: Jeffrey Mansion Instructor: Perfect
Cost: $75 Age: 6 - 11 Cost: $30 Age: 6 - 10
This class is a fantastic introduction to magic for anyone We will use discarded materials that once had another
interested in the art of illusion and trickery. Previous magic purpose and make them into something new. This class
experience is not necessary. We will create your very own gives students a chance to explore a wide range of media
magic box kit to house all of your tricks of the trade! This and express themselves through their creative work.
class features all new tricks (different from the Fall Session).
Date Time Day
Date Time Day Jan. 24 - Feb. 7 1:00 - 2:30pm Sun.
Feb. 25- Apr. 8* 4:00 - 5:00pm Thu.
*No Class Mar. 18.
More info can be found at www.magicparty.org.
Tae Kwon Do
Location: Jeffrey Mansion Instructor: LaVerdiere
Chess Program Day: Varies Age: 7 - 13
Youth Activities
Location: Zoom Online Instructor: Jones Beginner (Tue. + Thu.)
Cost: $110 Age: 7 - 11 This class will provide an atmosphere where you can learn
various virtues of the martial arts that include self-discipline,
Candidate Master coach Kyle Jones welcomes students of respect, concentration and competition.
all ages and levels to come learn the storied game of chess.
Whether you are just learning the game or an experienced Session Date Time Cost
veteran, coach Jones makes sure to integrate all levels into
Session I Feb. 2 - Mar. 11 4:30 - 5:30pm $80
his lesson planning to ensure everyone is able to learn. In
addition to the comprehensive lessons, Mr. Jones utilizes a Session II Mar. 23 - Apr. 29 4:30 - 5:30pm $80
chess playing interface (lichess.org) to provide the students
with an opportunity to practice their techniques. Students Intermediate (Mon. + Wed.)
will meet via Zoom while the instructor shares his virtual Building on the skills learned in the beginner class, the
chessboard. intermediate class will combine these basic skills into new
forms and techniques for sparring and self defense. Students
In the first half of each class, world champion openings, must have completed the Beginner class before registering
ideas in the middle game, end game patterns, tactical motifs for Intermediate class.
and elements, and history are examined and discussed.
Session Date Time Cost
Students may use their own boards to follow along, record
notes, screenshot lessons, and/or simply watch the board Session I Jan. 27 - Mar. 10* 4:30 - 6:00pm $96
on their devices! The second half of the class is featured Session II Mar. 22 - Apr. 28 4:30 - 6:00pm $96
on lichess.org. Once enrolled, students are given access to *No Class Feb. 15.
our private club room to participate in weekly tournament
games. The tournament is an arena format that allows
students to play as many games as possible within the
assigned time limit. Youth Field Hockey
Session Date Time Day Location: Commonwealth Park East Age: 9 - 12
Session I Jan. 13 - Feb. 17 6:15 - 7:15pm Wed. Cost: $65 Day: Mon. & Wed.
Session II Apr. 7 - May 12 6:15 - 7:15pm Wed. Be a part of a Bexley tradition and register now for the 4th
*Kyle Jones has coached more than 20 schools over the past 20 years. Kyle
- 6th grade league. As the season progresses games will
graduated from The Ohio State University with a Bachelor’s in Science in be played on Wednesdays. All participants are required to
Psychology, is completing his Master’s in Early Childhood Education, earned provide their own goggles, mouth guard and shin guards.
his Protecting God’s Children certification, and has achieved the titles of
Candidate Master (classical) and National Master (blitz) from the United
States Chess Federation. From player to coach, Kyle has been a part of more
than 40 state championship titles and 15 national titles. He was crowned the
Date Practice Time Game Time
2015-16 State of Ohio Speed Chess Champion (3rd title overall). Mar. 24 - May 5 4:30 - 5:45pm 4:15 - 5:45pm
12 Activities Brochure / Winter & Spring 2021 Bexley Recreation & Parks DepartmentYouth Activities
NFL Flag Football NFL Flag + Cheerleading COVID-19 Impact
Location: BHS Stadium Game/Practice Day: Sun.
Cost: $95 Date: Mar. 7 - May 2* We are planning to offer Flag Football and
The 2021 Spring Bexley Recreation NFL Flag Football Cheerleading as we did in the Fall of 2020. There will
Program will have divisions for Rookies (Gr. 1 - 2) and be COVID-19 protocols in place and spectators will
Veterans (Gr. 3 - 4). Former Buckeye and former NFL player be limited. We will continue to monitor COVID-19,
Roger Harper will be instructing this program. how it is affecting our community, and there is
always the possibility the programs could be
Division Grade Practice Time Game Time delayed or cancelled.
Rookies 1-2 12:30 - 1:30pm 1:30 - 2:30pm
Veterans 3-4 1:30 - 2:30pm 2:30 - 3:30pm Thanks to our Youth NFL Flag & Cheerleading
*No Flag Mar. 14 & Apr. 4. Volunteer Coaches & Sponsors for the 2020 Fall
Volunteer Coaches and League/Team Sponsors season!
We need the support of volunteer coaches and league and/
or team sponsors. Please contact Kevin Smith at
(614) 559-4300 or ksmith@bexley.org for more information.
Youth ACTIVITIES
NFL Flag Football Evaluations
Evaluations will be held at Middle School Gym on
Mon., Feb. 15 or Mon., Feb. 22
Coaches Meeting
Thu., Mar. 4, 6:00pm at Jeffrey Mansion (Subject to change).
Registration Deadline: Thursday, February 11
Leagues may reach the max number of participants
BEFORE the deadline, which may cause your child to be
waitlisted. To avoid this, be sure to register early! Late The commitment and dedication you give to this league and your
registrations may be subject to league availability and a community is greatly appreciated. We would also like to thank all of
$20 late fee. the other parents that helped out the coaches listed below!
Rookies Coaches Veterans Coaches
Saad/Holtzmuller/ Reehil/Sheets
Mugler Maestri/Orensten
Cheerleading J Price/ D Price Kinyon/Carlisle
Johns/McPeek Ceballos/Post
Location: BHS Stadium (Games) Practice/Game Day: Sun. Harkleroad/Spring
Location: Cassingham (Practice) Age: 6 - 12 Klingler/Fitzgerald/
Cost: $79 Bjornard
Worly/Fletcher
Come learn the fundamentals of cheerleading in a fun and
Ryan/Swinehart/Schick
exciting environment! All cheerleaders will be outfitted with
a full cheerleading uniform including top, skirt, brief, hair
accessory, socks, and pom poms. Participants will receive a
cheerleading program t-shirt and keep their hair accessory
and socks. Practices will take place each week on Sundays
before the game!
Date Practice Time Game Time
Mar. 7 - May 2* 12:30 - 1:30pm 1:30 - 2:30pm Bexley Recreation & Parks Department partners with
Nationwide Children’s Hospital Sports Medicine to
*No Cheer Mar. 14 & Apr. 4. Cheerleading orientation will be Sun., Mar. 7
from 1:00-2:00pm in the Clifton Shelter. provide sports medicine services and health and wellness
education to our parents, coaches and athletes. For more
information please visit bexley.org/youth-sports.
Bexley Recreation & Parks Department Activities Brochure / Winter & Spring 2021 13Youth Activities
Youth Baseball Program Important League Info:
Location: Varies Age: 6 - 12 Season Commitment:
Cost: $95 Date: Apr. 11 - Jul. 1 The baseball-softball seasons are long and will run into the
heart of summer, which is vacation time for many families.
The 2021 Bexley Recreation/JCC Youth Baseball Program will
Please keep in mind that if players are not committed to
offer divisions for 1st – 6th graders! Practices will be twice a
the entire season length (or missing multiple weeks), it will
week and are based on field space and coach availability.
hinder their team’s ability to field enough players throughout
Division* Age Day the season. Dates are subject to change based on weather:
Rookies (Coach Pitch) 6-8 Tue. & Thu.
Rookies/Minors – June 27
Minors 10U Division 9 - 10 Mon. & Wed. Majors – July 11
Majors 12U (Grandview) 11 - 12 Weekdays & Sat. 8U/10U/12U Softball – July 11
*Please register your child based on his age as of May 1, 2021. This
15U Softball – July 11
determines All-Star eligibility. Coach’s Meeting & Team Draft:
Our baseball and softball programs both hold a coach’s
meeting and draft for all leagues following the evaluation
weekend.
Youth Softball Program
Youth Activities
League Date Time Day Location
Location: Varies Age: 6 - 15
Cost: $95 Date: Apr. 11 - Jul. 11 Softball Mar. 30 6:00pm Tue. Jeffrey Mansion
Rookies Mar. 31 6:00pm Wed. Jeffrey Mansion
The 2021 Bexley Youth Softball Program will offer divisions
for 1st – 9th graders! Practices will be twice a week and Majors Apr. 1 6:00pm Thu. Jeffrey Mansion
are based on field space and coach availability. Dates and Minors Apr. 1 7:00pm Thu. Jeffrey Mansion
times are subject to change. This league will play in the
Gahanna softball league. Teams will play an equal
number of games in Bexley and Gahanna.
Division Age Day
Youth Baseball & Softball Clinics
8U (Coach Pitch)* 6-8 Mon., Wed., & Fri. Location: Maryland Diamond
Instructor: B.E.S.T. Instructor
10U* 8 - 10 Tue. & Thu.
Age: 6 - 12
12U* 10 - 12 Mon., Wed., & Fri. Cost $40
15U** 13 - 15 Tue. & Thu.
*Please register your child based on her age as of January 1, 2021. Join B.E.S.T. Instructors for “Spring Training Clinics” for Bexley
**15U Division will play in the Westerville Softball League. Please register youth baseball and softball. Basic fundamentals of the game,
your child based on her age as of April 30, 2021. including hitting, fielding and pitching will be covered by ex-
college/professional baseball players. This is the perfect way
Registration Deadline: Friday, Mar. 26 (All Leagues) to prepare for the baseball or softball evaluations in April!
Leagues may reach the max number of participants Softball Clinic
BEFORE the deadline, which may cause your child to be
waitlisted. To avoid this, be sure to register early! Late Age Date Time Day
registrations may be subject to league availability and a 6-8 Mar. 20 3:00 - 4:30pm Sat.
$20 late fee. 9 - 12 Mar. 20 4:30 - 6:00pm Sat.
Baseball & Softball Evaluations: Baseball Clinic
All Rookie/8U, Minor/10U, and Major/12U players will need Age Date Time Day
to attend one evaluation day. 15U Softball does not have to 6-8 Mar. 21 3:00 - 4:30pm Sun.
attend evaluations unless specified.
9 - 12 Mar. 21 5:00 - 6:30pm Sun.
Sat., Mar. 27 OR Sun., Mar. 28 @ Maryland
14 Activities Brochure / Winter & Spring 2021 Bexley Recreation & Parks DepartmentYouth Activities
Paintball Excursions Youth Tennis Spring
Location: LVLUP Sports Park Age: 10 - 14 Location: Jeffrey Park Hoffman Courts Instructor: Cheses
Cost: $50 per session Cost: Varies Age: 5 - 15
Come and play paintball on your winter days off of school Kids Klinic I (5 - 8 Years Old)
with Bexley Rec! We have four (4) dates this winter that This class is an introduction for beginners with emphasis on
we special deals for our participants at LVLUP Sports Park ground strokes.
in Grove City. Our participants are receiving a discounted
group rate, plus a lunch (pizza and soda). Fees will cover all Date Time Day Cost
necessary equipment and time spent at the park. Our group Apr. 5 - May 10 4:30 - 5:15pm Mon. $64
will have our own private games. All participants must
have their own transportation back and forth. Kids Klinic II (5 - 8 Years Old)
This class is for students that have developed forehand /
Session Date Time Day backhand strokes. Increased movement to the ball and the
Session I Jan. 4 11:00am - 2:30pm Mon. introduction of the serve will be covered.
Session II Jan. 18 11:00am - 2:30pm Mon. Date Time Day Cost
Session III Feb. 15 11:00am - 2:30pm Mon. Apr. 5 - May 10 5:15 - 6:00pm Mon. $64
Youth ACTIVITIES
Session IV Apr. 2 11:00am - 2:30pm Fri.
Youth Tennis (9 - 12 Years Old)
This class is for students with limited playing experience. This
class is introductory with an emphasis on ground strokes.
Date Time Day Cost
Apr. 6 - May 11 4:30 - 5:30pm Tue. $72
Youth Tennis Plus (11 - 15 Years Old)
Youth Tennis Plus will expand the Youth Tennis lessons for
Youth Soccer Program Merger
advanced players, working on stroke production, court
Spring 2021 (6U-10U)
positioning, playing strategy, etc.
Register Online at www.cesasoccer.org Date Time Day Cost
Deadline: February 1, 2021
Apr. 6 - May 11 5:30 - 6:30pm Tue. $72
Bexley Rec and CESA are looking forward to continuing our
successful partnership this spring! Below is information regarding
the merger, for those who may not already be aware: Inclement Weather (Spring)
All Spring Youth Tennis has an inclement weather site at
Both Bexley Rec and CESA have a long-standing tradition in the Montrose Gym. If we have to move inside there will
the community of providing accessible, well-structured soccer be an email sent to all participants that the lessons have
programming and this merge will foster better opportunities
moved from Jeffrey Mansion to the Montrose Gym. The
and allow soccer development in Bexley to climb to new
heights. rain site is subject to Bexley Rec being granted access
to school facilities. Should there not be an indoor rain
Under this new arrangement, the under six (6) program will now site, we will do everything we can to make up any
take place exclusively at Bexley fields with the under seven (7) missed sessions.
through under ten (10) programs continuing to be held at the
CESA fields at Easton. Youth Tennis Program Racket Information
All participants must provide their own racket for all ages.
Bexley Rec will continue to support the program through Rackets may be purchased on the first day of class.
practice space for all ages and game space for the 6U program,
21 inches 4 - 6 years old
as well as through feedback on the day-to-day operations and
programming. Registration will be done exclusively through 23 inches 6 - 8 years old
CESA and registration is now open. 25 inches 8 - 10 years old
26 inches 11 years & up
We are excited for this opportunity to continue to grow soccer
programming in Bexley. If anyone has any questions about
the partnership, please feel free to contact Kevin Smith at
ksmith@bexley.org.
Bexley Recreation & Parks Department Activities Brochure / Winter & Spring 2021 15Bexley Community pool
In addition to the activities that we provide, the Bexley
Recreation & Parks Department takes great pride in
our ability to offer employment opportunities to our
community. The spring is our busiest hiring period as
staffing for the Bexley Pool and Jeffrey Summer Camp
2021 Memberships & Rates programs are our largest programs hiring 100+ each year.
As we move into 2021, we are anticipating that the
For complete seasonal job opportunity information,
Bexley Pool will open in some capacity. It is still too
please visit www.bexley.org/recjobs. We will start
early to know if we will be offering season memberships
accepting 2021 summer job applications on January 4,
or if we will need to do daily admission only with time
2021.
slot registration. Either way, our new MyRec Registration
Software (www.bexleyrec.com) will allow for pool
Jeffrey Summer Camp & Bexley Pool Opportunities
memberships to be purchased online!
(Application Deadline: March 1, 2021)
Earlybird memberships will not be available for
Youth Baseball/Softball Umpire (Application
purchase until April 1, 2021 (Online). You will be receiving
Deadline: April 1. 2021)
2021 pool season information in your April water bill. We
strongly encourage all of our residents to create your new
*Dates subject to change. Applications will still be accepted
MyRec account prior to the opening of pool membership
after the deadline, but will be reviewed on an as needed basis.
registration on April 1. Simply go to www.bexleyrec.com
to set up your account today!
For more pool information, please visit www.bexley.org/pool.
Bexley commiunity pool
Early Bird DARN seeks to use community assets to
Type Regular Spon. NR
(By Apr.1)
meet community needs. To learn about
Family of 6+ $315 $340 $425 opportunities to help local children and
Family of 5 $298 $323 $404 families, visit our website:
Family of 4 $282 $307 $384 www.darncares.org.
Family of 3 $264 $289 $361
Family of 2 $248 $273 $341
Individual Adult (18+) $140 $165 $206
Individual Student (11+) $81 $106 $133
Senior Couple (55+)
Senior Individual (55+)
$108
$81
$133
$106
$166
$133
got camp?
Unfortunately, not every child has the chance.
Babysitter/Plus 1 $122 $122 $153 For your tax deductible contribution of $100, you can send a
child to camp this summer and give him/her an experience
All Membership Policies every child deserves. For more information, please contact
1. Memberships are limited to two adults and their Barb Greiner at bgreiner@bexley.org or call (614) 559-4300.
unmarried children 22 and under.
2. Children 1 & under are free. Donations (in any amount) can be made payable to
Bexley Rec and sent to:
Summer Camp Scholarships
Non-Resident Sponsored Memberships
165 North Parkview Ave.
Non-Residents must contact the Rec office for more
Bexley, Ohio 43209
information about the option to purchase a non-resident Attn: Barb Greiner
membership for 2021. (Check Memo Line: “Summer Camp Scholarships”)
16 Activities Brochure / Winter-Spring 2021 Bexley Recreation & Parks DepartmentAdult Activities
Hatha Yoga Core Yoga
Location: Zoom Online Instructor: Shackelford Location: Zoom Online Instructor: Weidinger
Cost: $48 Age: 18+ Cost: $48 Age: 18+
This class is for both beginners and those who are still This yoga class will focus on core strength and flexibility. It
learning the basic poses but are prepared to work on a will teach good posture, connect mind -body awareness and
more demanding level in the poses. This class offers basic build confidence. Appropriate for those in good physical
flexibility poses in different degrees of work. condition with some yoga experience. Modifications will be
given to allow the student to practice at their own level.
Session Date Time Day
Session I Jan. 12 - Feb. 16 6:00 - 7:00pm Tue. Session Date Time Day
Session II Feb. 23 - Mar. 30 6:00 - 7:00pm Tue. Session I Jan. 14 - Feb. 18 9:00 - 10:00am Thu.
Session III Apr. 6 - May 11 6:00 - 7:00pm Tue. Session II Feb. 25 - Apr. 8* 9:00 - 10:00am Thu.
Session III Apr. 15 - May 20 9:00 - 10:00am Thu.
Session Date Time Day *No Class Mar. 18.
Session I Jan. 14 - Feb. 18 9:00 - 10:00am Thu.
Session II Feb. 25 - Apr. 1 9:00 - 10:00am Thu.
Session III Apr. 8 - May 13 9:00 - 10:00am Thu.
Vinyasa Yoga
Location: Zoom Online Instructor: Weidinger
Cost: $48 Age: 18+
Adult Activities
Yoga Basics This yoga class will focus on connecting breath and
Location: Zoom Online Instructor: Tann movement, with a strong emphasis on alignment and hip
Cost: $48 Age: 18+ openers for deep release. Some yoga practice recommended.
In this class, Kris will guide you through simple breathing Session Date Time Day
exercises, sun salutations, standing & seated yoga postures Session I Jan. 12 - Feb. 16 9:00 - 10:00am Tue.
in order to cultivate health and well-being. Nothing fancy,
Session II Feb. 23 - Apr. 6* 9:00 - 10:00am Tue.
no gimmicks, no music or heat - just simple, straight-forward,
old-fashioned yoga for self-care. This class is inclusive; all are Session III Apr. 13 - May 18 9:00 - 10:00am Tue.
welcome. *No Class Mar. 16.
Session Date Time Day
Session I Jan. 13 - Feb. 17 9:00 - 10:00am Wed.
Session II Feb. 24 - Apr. 7* 9:00 - 10:00am Wed. Gentle Yoga
Session III Apr. 14 - May 19 9:00 - 10:00am Wed. Location: Zoom Online Instructor: Tann
*No Class Mar. 17. Cost: $48 Age: 18+
This is a calming, stress-relieving yoga class to stretch and
Questions about specific Yoga classes? Contact our strengthen the body gradually. Emphasis is on building
instructors. awareness of the breath and the body. Yoga shapes are
practiced at a slower pace with attention to alignment and
Deborah Forsblom RYT 500, Certified Chair Yoga, Certified detail. This class is recommended for all levels looking for
Trauma Sensitive Yoga a soothing, relaxing, and restorative experience, especially
forsblom@wideopenwest.com; (614) 253-2292
those newer or working with special concerns or injuries.
Michelle Mineo RYT 200:
beatlechell2@gmail.com; (614) 354-3265
Session Date Time Day
Lee Shackelford RYT 500:
leeshackelford80@gmail.com; (614) 906-7109 Session I Jan. 11 - Feb. 15 9:00 - 10:00am Mon.
Kris Tann RYT 500 Session II Feb. 22 - Apr. 5* 9:00 - 10:00am Mon.
tannkr@gmail.com; (415) 341-6541
Anne Weidinger E-RYT 200, RYT 500, YACEP, BFAYoga Session III Apr. 12 - May 17 9:00 - 10:00am Mon.
Alliance Registered Teacher
*No Class Mar. 15.
anne@anneweidinger.com; (614) 619-9642
Bexley Recreation & Parks Department Activities Brochure / Winter & Spring 2021 17Adult Activities
Core Strength & Flexibility Chair Yoga
Location: Zoom Online Instructor: Mineo Location: Zoom Online Instructor: Forsblom
Cost: $48 Age: 18+ Cost: $30 Age: 18+
This class offers full body strengthening and stretching Have you ever wanted to do Yoga, but didn’t think you could
exercises in a varying format, incorporating yoga, with a get up and down on a mat? Or, have you done Yoga, and
Pilates flavor. Appropriate for those with Pilates experience now have wrist or knee problems that prevent mat practice?
or beginners in good physical condition. You should be able Or do you just want to practice a gentle form of Yoga in
to hold a 15 second plank pain free. Careful instructions and which you will sit on or stand behind a chair? If you answer
modifications will encourage participants to be challenged “Yes” to any of these questions, then Chair Yoga is for you.
at their level.
Session Date Time Day
Session Date Time Day Session I Jan. 15 - Feb. 19 9:00 - 10:00am Fri.
Session I Jan. 13 - Feb. 17 6:30 - 7:30pm Wed. Session II Feb. 26 - Apr. 2 9:00 - 10:00am Fri.
Session II Feb. 24 - Apr. 7* 6:30 - 7:30pm Wed. Session III Apr. 9 - May 14 9:00 - 10:00am Fri.
Session III Apr. 14 - May 19 6:30 - 7:30pm Wed.
*No Class Mar. 17.
Health + Well Being Classes
Location: Zoom Online Instructor: Yoon
Fitness Classes Cost: Varies Age: 18+
Location: Jeffrey Mansion
Adult Activities
Instructor: Farley Take Charge of Your Health with Mindful + Intuitive
Cost: Varies Age: 18+ Eating
This is an upbeat and fast paced fitness class! This one hour With the unprecedented stress/distractions of our current
workout will include cardiovascular conditioning, strength world situation, our health and well-being is being
training and recovery. Blast calories and tone muscle challenged, if not jeopardized. Mindless and unhealthy
by cycling through high intensity cardio and resistance habits around food and eating may be causing even more
exercises. This class will be located in the new space of stress and decreasing your ability to take better care of your
Jeffrey Mansion and we will follow Covid 19 guidelines health - both physically and emotionally.
including all students will practice social distancing.
Date Time Day Cost
Session Date Time Day Cost Jan. 12 8:00 - 9:00pm Tue. $15
Session I Jan. 11 - Feb. 8* 6:30 - 7:30pm M+W $80
Session II Feb. 15 - Mar. 10 6:30 - 7:30pm M+W $80 Instructor: Kit Yoon
Session III Mar. 22 - Apr. 14 6:30 - 7:30pm M+W $80 Holistic Health Practitioner and Coach; 614-558-2130
Session IV Apr. 19 - May 10 9:00 - 10:00am M+W $80 Kit Yoon is a licensed acupuncturist and a health coach.
She’s been practicing Chinese medicine for 20 years. She is
*No Class Feb. 3. passionate about helping her patients and clients tap into
their own healing potential through natural modalities so
Session Date Time Day Cost
they get to live the healthiest life they actually enjoy.
Session I Jan. 13 - Feb. 10* 6:30 - 7:30pm Wed. $40
Session II Feb. 17 - Mar. 10 6:30 - 7:30pm Wed. $40
Session III Mar. 24 - Apr. 14 6:30 - 7:30pm Wed. $40
Session IV Apr. 21 - May 12 9:00 - 10:00am Wed. $40
*No Class Feb. 3.
18 Activities Brochure / Winter & Spring 2021 Bexley Recreation & Parks DepartmentAdult Activities
Adult Tennis Spring Winter Wonderland Self-Guided
Location: Jeffrey Park Hoffman Courts Instructor: Cheses Walk @ Jeffrey Park
Cost: $72 Age: 18+
Location: Jeffrey Park Trails
This class is an introduction with emphasis on ground Date: Jan. 16 - Mar. 31
strokes. This class is designed to accommodate various Cost: Free, Complete at on your own
abilities. All participants must provide their own racket.
Session Date Time Day
Session I Apr. 5 - May 10 6:15 - 7:15pm Mon.
Session II Apr. 6 - May 11 6:30 - 7:30pm Tue.
Spring Pickleball @ Solomon Courts
(All Ages)
Location: Solomon Pickleball Courts Date: Jan. 5 - May 2
Cost: Free We are excited to announce a new, nature program for
Scheduled Open Play Bexley Recreation and Parks Department that allows our
Scheduled Open Play designates specific times for pickleball visitors to learn and enjoy the many gifts of a winter woods
players to “drop-in” and play with a group. Players of all without meeting in groups and on their own time schedules.
Adult Activities
skill levels are welcome to join. Courts are not available for
private/competitive play during these times. Up to one From January 16, 2021 - March 31, 2021 informative trail
tennis court may be used during Scheduled Open Play. signs will be displayed along the paths in Jeffrey Woods
Hoffman Tennis Courts are not permitted for pickleball highlighting the different features of a winter woodland.
use outside of Scheduled Open Play. Explore the woods on your own time frame to discover
the answers to the below questions and lots more!
Day Time*
Mon. 9:00am - 12:00pm · What’s going on in a Winter Jeffrey Woods?
· Where did everybody go?
Wed. 12:00 - 3:00pm
· Who is sleeping the winter away and who is braving the
Thu. 4:30 - 7:30pm (dusk) dark and cold?
Sat. 9:00am - 12:00pm · Do bumblebees hibernate?
*One tennis court may be used for scheduled open play.
· Can bark be helpful identifying leafless trees?
· Where are the chipmunks?
Unscheduled Free Play · Do squirrels hibernate?
Solomon Pickleball Courts are available from 7 a.m. – dusk · Where do the deer bed down and what do they eat?
on a first come, first served basis. Anyone may use the courts · Why don’t pine trees lose their needles in winter like
when not in use for Scheduled Open Play or other Bexley deciduous trees lose their leaves?
Recreation programming. When others are waiting, please · What birds stay in the woods and rough out the winter’s
limit court time to 1.5 hours. cold and who is making tracks in the mud and snow?
No registration is required for our new, Winter
Tennis + Pickleball Court Reservations
Wonderland Self-Guided Walk. Bundle up and please
Court reservations are available to Bexley residents on a
stay on the trails!
limited basis when not in use for Scheduled Open Play
or Bexley Recreation programming. Please contact the
Recreation Office for more information at (614) 559-4300
or recreation@bexley.org.
Bexley Recreation & Parks Department Activities Brochure / Winter & Spring 2021 19Adult Activities
Bexley Community Garden Plots
The Friends of Bexley Community Gardens have two
locations for gardening (North & South Bexley). This program
is a collaboration between the community gardeners and
the City of Bexley. Its purpose is to provide Bexley residents, Location: Jeffrey Mansion Instructor: Wypasek
as well as neighboring communities, with a place to garden Cost: Free; $3 for Non SS Members Age: 55+
and promote friendship. Gardeners are expected to help SilverSneakers FLEX classes are designed for older adults in
maintain their beds and surrounding paths and are required mind to increase cardiovascular health, burn calories, and
to comply with the Garden Rules. Garden bed assignments improve balance and stability.
are subject to availability and confirmation of compliance
with registration rules. New gardeners should be able to start
How to Register:
gardening in their raised bed(s) on April 1.
No pre-registration required! Just come to class and pay
as you go. ENJOY! Questions? Call Kristen Schweitzer
The South Gardens are located at Ferndale and Mayfield
(614) 559-4310 or Liz (614) 314-9082.
Place just North of Livingston Ave. Each garden plot consists
of two, 4’ X 14’ raised beds.
SilverSneakers FLEX® BOOM MOVE IT™
The North Gardens are located by the Bexley Police Boom Move is a higher intensity dance workout class that
Department off of Delmar. Each garden plot consists of one, improves cardio endurance and burns calories. Boom
8’ X 14’ raised bed. Move is all about breaking a sweat and having fun. The
class focuses on cardio endurance by starting with simple
There are 4-6 Master Gardeners available throughout the dance moves then building into more complex sequences,
season. They will provide education on a variety of garden bringing you a great cardio workout.
Adult Activities
topics from April to September as well as assistance with the
Date Day Time
start of your garden. You will have access to water stations, a
garden shed with tools, and compost. Feb. 2 - May 27 Tue. + Thu. 10:30 - 11:15am
Community Garden Classes will be scheduled in early 2021 SilverSneakers FLEX® STRENGTH & BALANCE
and separate advertisements will go out once dates and Strength & Balance will improve your ability to feel strong
subjects are set. and stable. Strength exercises may include lifting hand-held
weights, stretching resistance tubing and using your own
Garden Beginning Date Cost Max Plots* body’s resistance while also using your core muscles to
improve balance & stability. Equipment is provided.
South Apr. 1 $30 52
North Apr. 1 $30 40 Date Day Time
*Please note, returning gardeners will get the first right of refusal to their Feb. 2 - May 27 Tue. + Thu. 11:30am - 12:15pm
plot. Wait lists may form and they are considered a running wait list from
year to year. We encourage you to add yourself to the wait list as plots
do open up each year. If you have any questions about the community
gardens, please contact Maggie or Jeff Harriman at Instructor: Liz Wypasek
bexleygardens@gmail.com. Liz is a 30+ year Bexley Resident and is passionate about
fitness, especially for the 55+ group! She is a Certified
Personal Fitness Coach, Group Fitness Coach & Nutrition
Coach.
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