RECREATION EXPLORATION GUIDE - KING GEORGE PARKS & RECREATION 8076 KINGS HWY. (PO BOX 71) KING GEORGE, VA 22485 540-775-4386 - King George County
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RECREATION EXPLORATION GUIDE SUMMER 2021 LIBRAR IAL YP R R O EM O G . SMOOT M RA MS INSIDE! L.E KING GEORGE PARKS & RECREATION 8076 KINGS HWY. (PO BOX 71) KING GEORGE, VA 22485 540-775-4386
CONTENTS Page 3 Parks and Facilities Page 4 Program Information Page 5 Summer Camp Page 6 Play it Smart Page 7 Preschool and Elementary Programs Page 8-14 Gymnastics Page 15 Athletics and Soccer Page 16 Karate Page 17-18 Sports Camps Page 19 Exercise Classes Page 20-22 L.E. Smoot Memorial Library Programs Page 23 Registration Form Back Cover Independence Celebration HTTPS://WWW.KINGGEORGECOUNTYVA.GOV/384/PARKS-RECREATION REISE | PAGE 2 SEALSTON SPORTS COMPLEX PICNIC SHELTER
PARKS AND FACILITIES King George Parks & Recreation manages over 400 acres of park land throughout the county. Each of our parks host different amenities for our citizens to use. If you are interested in renting a picnic shelter or a field please contact our office at 540-775-4386. Barnesfield Park - 154 acres - 3360 Barnesfield Road Ballfields, Picnic Shelters, Soccer Fields, Restrooms, Basketball, Playground Cedell Brooks Jr. Park - 33 acres - 11259 Henry Griffin Road Ballfield, Soccer Field, Playground, Native Plant Gardens, Walking Trail Citizens Center - 4.5 acres - 8076 Kings Highway KGPR Offices, Event Space, Playground Old King George Elementary School - 10 acres - 9100 St. Anthony's Road Gymnastics in the Quonset Hut Karate in the Cafeteria Soccer at Hunter Field Ralph Bunche School - 10 acres - 10139 James Madison Parkway Soccer Fields Sealston Sports Complex - 45 acres - 11050 Fletchers Chapel Road Ballfields, Soccer fields, Picnic Shelter, Restrooms Wilmont Landing - 1/2 acre - 18049 Wilmont Road Boat Ramp KGPR| PAGE 3 HTTPS://WWW.KINGGEORGECOUNTYVA.GOV/384/PARKS-RECREATION
RECREATION PROGRAM INFORMATION The programs that are listed in this Program Guide are the programs that we had planned by the publication due date. Please check our website for additional programs or call the Department for any updated programs. Due to facility limitations, programs may be subject to changes in times and/or locations. Please verify with the Department upon registering. We attempt to notify you as early as possible with any program change. If we fail to reach you, please accept our apology for any inconvenience caused. Please register for classes in advance. Waiting until the last minute may cause a class to cancel. Classes may be canceled due to insufficient enrollment. Unless otherwise noted or notified by an instructor/program supervisor, classes/programs may be held on holidays. LATE REGISTRATION FEES: A $10 late fee will be imposed on any program registrations coming in after the deadline. Any late registrations coming in after the rosters are set will be assessed $20 plus any additional cost associated with ordering needed equipment or supplies. Insufficient Funds - Checks returned for insufficient funds will be assessed a $50 fee by the Treasurer’s Office and the check-writer’s name will be forwarded to our Department and we will no longer be able to accept checks from said check-writer. Refunds - Full refunds are issued in the event a program cancels; or if the Department is notified prior to the program starting and where no costs are incurred. Where costs were incurred for deposits, apparel, equipment or any other program related expenses; those costs will be deducted from the refund. No cash refunds will be given. Refunds generally take two to four weeks to receive due to accounts payable cycle. Refunds are not issued after programs begin or for unattended classes. Unusual circumstances will be handled on a case by case basis and may be subject to being credited for unused funds. Cancellations/Postponements of Programs -Every once in a while we think we have a great program idea or an instructor has proposed a great program; but the enrollment is insufficient. Staff looks at postponing the program (time to be determined) to see if there is evidence that we think we can get the program to make through other means; and canceling as a last resort. When we cancel, we do our best to notify participants and issue a refund. Inclement Weather Policy: At this time, the King George County Parks and Recreation Department follows the King George County Schools schedule for programs offered in the schools. All other KGPR| PAGE 4 sites are considered independently. Announcements about program cancellations will be sent through KG Alerts. HTTPS://WWW.KINGGEORGECOUNTYVA.GOV/384/PARKS-RECREATION
SUMMER CAMP Our camps provide a safe, fun, and active environment for all youth. We offer indoor and outdoor activities as well as opportunities for pure fun, friendships, and exploration. We pride ourselves on offering an action packed, varied and exciting camp. Our camps are designed to suit everyone and gives your child a chance to experience PURE FUN! Sign your child up for one week or all eight weeks! Activities provided daily are: Arts & Crafts, Group games, and Team building challenges. “Summer Day Camp” (ages 5-15) 8 week-daycare programs running from 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Monday-Friday. This camp is staffed by Camp Leaders, Assistant Leaders and Camp Counselors. Campers will receive a t-shirts and daypack. PLEASE NOTE: King George Parks and Recreation has the right to cancel outside activities in the event of inclement weather conditions, heat advisories, or safety concerns. LIMITED ENROLLMENT! Only 30 spots per week!!! Ages: Boys & Girls, 5-15 years Dates: June 1 - July 23 Days: Monday - Friday Time: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Location: Citizens Center Maximum Camp Enrollment: 30/week One Time Registration Fee: $35 Weekly Price: $130 Session A: June 1 - 4 Kreative Kids through Art Session B: June 7 - 11 Creative Minds Session C: June 14 - 18 Cookie Monsters Session D: June 21 - 25 Circus Creations Session E: June 28 - July 2 Amazing Chefs Session F: July 5 - 9 Colorful Colors Session G: July 12 - 16 Wacky Week KGPR| PAGE 5 Session H: July 19 - 23 It's a Wrap! HTTPS://WWW.KINGGEORGECOUNTYVA.GOV/384/PARKS-RECREATION
PLAY IT SMART WE ARE BACK!!! King George County Parks & Recreation and the King George County Schools have teamed up to offer our before and after school program, ages K – 5th. Supervised activities will include games, sports, crafts, fitness, and homework assistance. This program is meant to instill character, education, fitness, and nutrition. A half-hour is designated every day for homework and reading time. Please pick up by 6pm. PLEASE NOTE: King George Parks and Recreation has the right to cancel outside activities in the event of inclement weather conditions, heat advisories, or safety concerns. ***NOTE: On half days and holidays, the program is CLOSED. Ages: Boys & Girls, Grades K - 5 Dates: Throughout the school year Days: Monday - Friday Times: Before Care: 6:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. After Care: 3:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Location: All elementary schools One Time Registration Fee: $35 Weekly Price: Before Care: $35 After Care: $50 Both Before and After Care: $60 KGPR| PAGE 6 HTTPS://WWW.KINGGEORGECOUNTYVA.GOV/384/PARKS-RECREATION
PRESCHOOL TOT TIME MOVING & Come bring your tot(s) and enjoy meeting other parents and care givers in our community all while having fun with GROOVING your child! Tot Time consists of open play at various centers, story/circle time, WITH MUSIC a light snack, and a craft! Our goal is for In this class your child will explore and tots, parents, and caregivers to form make music through finger plays, playing new relationships with others while instruments, moving with the beat, and exploring through open and guided play. singing music. This class is sure to be hit! Be sure to like our FB page @ King George Parks and Recreation Tot Time. Ages: Boys and Girls, 2 - 5 years No Class June 18 or July 16. Dates: May 7 - June 11 Day: Fridays Ages: Boys and Girls, 0 - 6 years Time: 9:15 - 10:00 a.m. Dates: April 16 - July 23 Price: $45 Day: Fridays Registration Deadline: April 30 Time: 10:15 - 11:15 a.m. Class maximum: 12 Price: $3 for the first child $1 each additional child ELEMENTARY 1 DAY EVENTS BUBBLE & CHALK DAY DINO DIG Calling kids of all ages to come play with Do you dig, dinosaur dig that is! Come bubbles and chalk at the park! We will join us at the Citizens Center to dig for provide the bubbles and chalk. All you dinosaurs and dinosaur bones! We will have to do is show up and be ready for dig, read dinosaur stories, make crafts, some fun! There will even be a contest and play games! You don’t want to miss for the biggest bubble! You should out on this special event! Can’t wait to definitely pop up for this event! see you and your child there! Ages: Boys and Girls, All Ages Ages: Boys and Girls, All Ages Dates: May 28 Dates: July 23 Day: Friday Day: Friday Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m. Location: Barnesfield Park Location: Citizens Center Price: $8 Price: $8 Registration Deadline: May 21 Registration Deadline: July 16 Class Maximum: 20 Class Maximum: 20 KGPR| PAGE 7 HTTPS://WWW.KINGGEORGECOUNTYVA.GOV/384/PARKS-RECREATION
GYMNASTICS Gymnastics teaches many transferable skills for both your child's mental and physical health. Gymnastics builds strength, flexibility, coordination, and balance; as well as increasing self esteem, building social skills, learning to make positive choices, and respecting others in their lives. Classes are available for children of all ages from 6 months to 18 years old. All classes are held at the Quonset Hut/King George Gymnastics Center located at 9100 St. Anthony's Road behind the School Board office. Park in the side lot across the street from St. Anthony's Catholic Church. Some classes require preauthorization from our coaches. For any questions about which class you should enroll in please contact Coach Heather at 540-419-8265. For registration questions call the Citizens Center at 540-775-4386 PARTIES The Gymnastics Center is available for party KGPR| PAGE 8 rentals. Parties start at $35/hour. Gymnastics and Nerf Gun parties are a big hit for birthdays. Contact the Parks & Recreation for availability at 540-775-4386.
GYMNASTICS CLASSES MINI Parent-N-Mini/Little Me Gymnastics basics are begun as Little Me's First Beginner SESSIONS follow the coach. A fun warm-up and stretching are included. Fundamentals and skill development utilizing various specialized equipment. No skill Ages: 24 months - 3 1/2 years requirement to enroll. Day: Tuesdays Time: 5:00 p.m. - 5:50 p.m. Ages: 5 - 8 years Starts: Session 1: May 4 Day: Sessions 1 & 2: Mondays Session 2: June 29 Sessions 3 & 4: Thursdays Maximum Class Size: 10 Time: Sessions 1 & 2: 5:00 p.m. - 5:50 p.m. Price: $36 Sessions 3 & 4: 6:10 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Starts: Session 1: May 3 Pre-Kinder Session 2: June 28 The children will learn to be independent from Session 3: May 6 parents and follow coach's instructions. They Session 4: July 1 will learn skills on specialized gymnastics Maximum Class Size: 8 equipment as will as coordination and self- Price: $36 awareness. Top Beginner/Advanced Ages: 3 1/2 - 4 years For the older child wanting to begin or Day: Sessions 1 & 2: Mondays improve their gymnastics skills. No skill Sessions 3 & 4: Thursdays requirement to enroll. Time: 5:00 p.m. - 5:50 p.m. Starts: Session 1: May 3 Ages: 9 - 17 years Session 2: June 28 Day: Mondays Session 3: May 6 Time: Session 1 & 2: 6:10 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Session 4: July 1 Session 3 & 4: 7:20 p.m. - 8:10 p.m. Maximum Class Size: 10 Starts: Session 1 & 3: May 3 Price: $36 Session 2 & 4: June 28 Maximum Class Size: 8 Mighty Gyms Price: $36 Development from pre-school skills to school age skills will be emphasized in the advanced Intermediate class. For those who know and understand the basic Coach approval is required. skills but have not yet mastered them. Ages: 3 - 4 years Ages: 5 - 9 years Day: Tuesdays Day: Tuesdays Time: 5:00 p.m. - 5:50 p.m. Time: 6:10 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Starts: Session 1: May 4 Starts: Session 1: May 4 Session 2: June 29 Session 2: June 29 Maximum Class Size: 6 Maximum Class Size: 8 Price: $36 Price: $36 KGPR| PAGE 9 HTTPS://WWW.KINGGEORGECOUNTYVA.GOV/384/PARKS-RECREATION
GYMNASTICS CLASSES MINI SESSIONS High Flyers Star Gyms This is an advanced class for the younger This 1 hour 50 minute class is for the serious gymnast. Basic skills should be accomplished gymnast who wants to push forward in their with little to no help. skills. Each gymnast should have and be able Coach approval is required. to demonstrate level 3 competition skills based on USA gymnastics guidelines Ages: 5 - 6 years (advanced) Coach approval is required. Day: Wednesdays Time: 6:10 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Ages: 6 - 17 years Starts: Session 1: May 5 Day: Mondays Session 2: June 30 Time: 6:10 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Maximum Class Size: 8 Starts: Session 1: May 3 Price: $36 Session 2: June 28 Maximum Class Size: 8 Red Gyms Price: $72 This is an advanced class for those eager to learn more difficult skills. Must have mastered Blue Gyms all basic skills. This class is designed for energetic boys to Coach approval is required. improve flexibility, coordination, strength, and gymnastics skills. There is no skill requirement Ages: 6 - 17 years (advanced) for this class. Day: Tuesdays Time: 6:10 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Ages: Boys, 5 - 17 years Starts: Session 1: May 4 Day: Tuesdays Session 2: June 29 Time: 7:20 p.m. - 8:10 p.m. Maximum Class Size: 8 Starts: Session 1: May 4 Price: $36 Session 2: June 29 Maximum Class Size: 8 White Gyms Price: $36 This is a 80 minute class. Successful completion of Red Gyms or equivalent skills are required. Each gymnast will work on connecting skills together and learning level 3 competition skills based on USA gymnastics guidelines. Coach approval is required. Ages: 6 - 17 years (advanced) Day: Tuesdays Time: 7:20 p.m. - 8:40 p.m. Starts: Session 1: May 4 Session 2: June 27 Maximum Class Size: 8 Price: $54 KGPR| PAGE 10 HTTPS://WWW.KINGGEORGECOUNTYVA.GOV/384/PARKS-RECREATION
TUMBLING MINI SESSIONS Beginning Tumbling Advanced/Cheer Tumbling Fundamentals of tumbling as well as strength Tumblers who want to learn and master and flexibility will be taught. No skill advanced skills using the spring floor and requirement to enroll. specialized mats. Ages: 5 - 10 years Ages: 9 - 18 years Day: Wednesdays Day: Wednesdays Time: 5:00 p.m. - 5:50 p.m. Time: 5:00 p.m. - 5:50 p.m. Starts: Session 1: May 5 Starts: Session 1: May 5 Session 2: June 30 Session 2: June 30 Maximum Class Size: 10 Maximum Class Size: 10 Price: $36 Price: $65 GYMNASTICS & TUMBLING CAMPS GYMNASTICS CAMP King George Parks and Recreation will offer a summer gymnastics camp for ages 5-15 years. The camp is geared towards beginners through level 3. These camps are offered in half day sessions. Registration deadline is 10 days prior to each session. Ages: 5 - 15 years Days: Monday - Friday Dates: Session 1: June 7 - 11 Session 2; June 21 - 25 Session 3: July 26 - 30 Times: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Location: Quonset Hut/Gymnastics Center Price: $85 TUMBLING CAMP This camp is for all children who desire fun while learning how to roll, cartwheel and flip. All children ages 5 and up are welcome. No experience needed. Registration deadline June 4. Ages: 5 - 15 years Days: Monday - Friday KGPR| PAGE 11 Dates: Session 1: June 14 - 19 Times: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Location: Quonset Hut/Gymnastics Center Price: $85 HTTPS://WWW.KINGGEORGECOUNTYVA.GOV/384/PARKS-RECREATION
GYMNASTICS CLASSES FALL PRESCHOOL CLASSES In our preschool classes children learn through structured play, music, and fun activities. These are designed to develop coordination as well as fine and gross motor skills. The programs provide bonding time and social interaction. These are 8 week sessions. Registration STARTS JULY 1 FOR FALL GYMNASTICS CLASSES Parent-N-Baby Mighty Gyms This 30 minute class uses music and structured Development from pre-school skills to school play to learn and grow. age skills will be emphasized in the advanced class. Ages: 6 months - walking Coach approval is required. Day: Wednesdays Time: 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Ages: 3 - 4 years Starts: August 18 Day: Tuesdays Maximum Class Size: 10 Time: 5:00 p.m. - 5:50 p.m. Price: $38 Starts: August 17 Maximum Class Size: 6 Parent-N-Mini/Little Me Price: $75 Gymnastics basics are begun as Little Me's follow the coach. A fun warm-up and Action Gyms stretching are included. Body awareness and coordination are the focus of this fun class. Music and props are Ages: 24 months - 3 1/2 years incorporated in learning. Movement to music Day: Tuesdays is emphasized over gymnastics skills. Time: 5:00 p.m. - 5:50 p.m. Starts: Session 1: August 17 Ages: Walking - 5 years Maximum Class Size: 10 Day: Wednesdays Price: $75 Time: 10:30 a.m. - 11:20 a.m. Starts: August 18 Pre-Kinder Maximum Class Size: 12 The children will learn to be independent from Price: $75 parents and follow coach's instructions. They will learn skills on specialized gymnastics equipment as will as coordination and self- awareness. Ages: 3 1/2 - 4 years Day: Session 1: Mondays KGPR| PAGE 12 Session 2: Thursdays Time: 5:00 p.m. - 5:50 p.m. Starts: Session 1: August 16 Session 2: August 19 Maximum Class Size: 10 Price: $75 HTTPS://WWW.KINGGEORGECOUNTYVA.GOV/384/PARKS-RECREATION
SCHOOL AGE School age classes build on gymnastics skills. As children improve they can progress through the different class levels. Enrolling in a class for a second time in order to improve skills happens frequently. Some levels have specific skill requirements in order to enroll. 8 week sessions. First Beginner Fundamentals and skill development utilizing High Flyers various specialized equipment. No skill This is an advanced class for the younger requirement to enroll. gymnast. Basic skills should be accomplished with little to no help. Ages: 5 - 8 years Coach approval is required. Day: Session 1: Mondays Session 2: Thursdays Ages: 5 - 6 years (advanced) Time: Session 1: 5:00 p.m. - 5:50 p.m. Day: Wednesdays Session 2: 6:10 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Time: 6:10 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Starts: Session 1: August 16 Starts: August 18 Session 2: August 19 Maximum Class Size: 8 Maximum Class Size: 8 Price: $75 Price: $75 Top Beginner/Advanced Red Gyms For the older child wanting to begin or This is an advanced class for those eager to improve their gymnastics skills. No skill learn more difficult skills. Must have mastered requirement to enroll. all basic skills. Coach approval is required. Ages: 9 - 17 years Day: Mondays Ages: 6 - 17 years (advanced) Time: Session 1: 6:10 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Day: Tuesdays Session 2: 7:20 p.m. - 8:10 p.m. Time: 6:10 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Starts: August 16 Starts: August 17 Maximum Class Size: 8 Maximum Class Size: 8 Price: $75 Price: $75 Intermediate White Gyms For those who know and understand the basic This is a 80 minute class. Successful skills but have not yet mastered them. completion of Red Gyms or equivalent skills are required. Each gymnast will work on Ages: 5 - 9 years connecting skills together and learning level 3 Day: Tuesdays competition skills based on USA gymnastics Time: 6:10 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. guidelines. Starts: August 17 Coach approval is required. Maximum Class Size: 8 Price: $75 Ages: 6 - 17 years (advanced) Day: Tuesdays Time: 7:20 p.m. - 8:40 p.m. Starts: August 17 Maximum Class Size: 8 Registration Price: $113 FALL STARTS JULY 1 FOR FALL KGPR| PAGE 13 GYMNASTICS CLASSES CLASSES HTTPS://WWW.KINGGEORGECOUNTYVA.GOV/384/PARKS-RECREATION
SPECIALIZED Here you will find classes geared toward specific populations including competitive, boys only, homeschool, tumbling, and special abilities. 8 week CLASSES sessions. Star Gyms Homeschool Beginner This 1 hour 50 minute class is for the serious Fundamentals and skill development utilizing gymnast who wants to push forward in their various specialized equipment. No skill skills. Each gymnast should have and be able requirement to enroll. to demonstrate level 3 competition skills based on USA gymnastics guidelines Ages: 4 - 17 years Coach approval is required. Day: Wednesdays Time: 1:00 p.m. - 1:50 p.m. Ages: 6 - 17 years Starts: August 18 Day: Mondays Maximum Class Size: 12 Time: 6:10 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Price: $75 Starts: August 16 Maximum Class Size: 8 Price: $150 Homeschool Advanced Gymnasts who already have some gymnastics Blue Gyms experience and want to master their skills. This class is designed for energetic boys to Basic skills should need little to no assistance. improve flexibility, coordination, strength, and gymnastics skills. There is no skill requirement Ages: 4 - 17 years for this class. Day: Wednesdays Time: 2:10 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Ages: Boys, 5 - 17 years Starts: August 18 Day: Tuesdays Maximum Class Size: 12 Time: 7:20 p.m. - 8:10 p.m. Price: $75 Starts: August 17 Maximum Class Size: 8 Price: $75 TUMBLING Beginning Tumbling Advanced/Cheer Tumbling Fundamentals of tumbling as well as strength Tumblers who want to learn and master and flexibility will be taught. No skill advanced skills using the spring floor and requirement to enroll. specialized mats. Ages: 5 - 10 years Ages: 9 - 18 years Day: Wednesdays Day: Wednesdays Time: 5:00 p.m. - 5:50 p.m. Time: 5:00 p.m. - 5:50 p.m. Starts: August 18 Starts: August 18 Maximum Class Size: 10 Maximum Class Size: 10 Price: $75 Price: $75 FALL KGPR| PAGE 14 Registration CLASSES STARTS JULY 1 FOR FALL GYMNASTICS CLASSES HTTPS://WWW.KINGGEORGECOUNTYVA.GOV/384/PARKS-RECREATION
ATHLETICS YOUTH SOCCER LEAGUE The youth soccer league is a competitive and recreational co-ed league. Coaches focus on the fundamentals of dribbling, passing, shooting, defending, and teamwork. Practices are conducted twice a week during the preseason and then once a week after games begin. Practices are held at Barnesfield Park, Sealston Sports Complex, Ralph Bunche School, Cedell Brooks Jr. Park, and Hunter Field. The coaches will set their practice schedule. Uniforms are included in the registration including 2 jerseys, shorts, and socks. Ages: Boys and Girls, 5 - 18 years Dates: August 16 - November 18 Divisions: U6 - Birth Years 2016 and 2017 Games Mondays & Saturdays U8 - Birth Years 2014 and 2015 Games Mondays & Saturdays U10 - Birth Years 2012 and 2013 Games Thursdays & Saturdays U12 - Birth Years 2010 and 2011 Games Thursdays & Saturdays U14 - Birth Years 2008 and 2009 Games Weekdays & Saturdays U19 - Birth Years 2003 - 2007 Games Weekdays & Saturdays Early Registration: June 1 - June 30: $92 ($10 discount if you already have uniform) Regular Registration July 1 - August 1: $103 ($10 discount if you already have uniform) PEE WEE SOCCER An instructional and developmental program that enables kids ages 3-4 to have a positive sports experience. It is a step-by-step approach that builds self-confidence while teaching the fundamentals of the game. Parents participate with their children to help teach them the basic skills needed for the next level of organized play. The program utilizes positive reinforcement and fun activities. Ages: Boys & Girls, 3 - 4 years (birth years 2017 & 2018) Dates: August 17 - October 5 Day: Tuesdays Time: 6:00 p.m. - 6:50 p.m. Location: Sealston Sports Complex Maximum Class Size: 24 Price: $75 Registration KGPR| PAGE 15 STARTS JUNE 1 FOR SOCCER HTTPS://WWW.KINGGEORGECOUNTYVA.GOV/384/PARKS-RECREATION
KARATE ISSHINRYU Karate is a traditional form of martial art from Okinawa (the birthplace of Karate). This program is designed for students who are interested in learning a martial art form that places an emphasis on quality learning to promote successful skill mastery and personal safety. Our program focuses on building strength, balance, coordination, and flexibility through Kata (forms), Kobudo (weapons), and their Bunkai (practical applications). This translates to a no-nonsense form of efficient self- defense techniques that have been proven highly effective. The study of IsshinRyu helps build character, self-esteem, self-control, and self-confidence. SUMMER Youth Beginner Adult Beginner Ages: 6 - 13 years Ages: 14+ years Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays Dates: May 25 - July 29 Dates: May 25 - July 29 Times: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Times: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Location: OKGES Cafeteria Location: OKGES Cafeteria Price: $75 Price: $75 Youth Advanced Adult Advanced Ages: 6 - 13 years Ages: 14+ years Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays Dates: May 25 - July 29 Dates: May 25 - July 29 Times: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Times: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Location: OKGES Cafeteria Location: OKGES Cafeteria Price: $85 Price: $85 FALL Youth Beginner Adult Beginner Ages: 6 - 13 years Ages: 14+ years Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays Dates: August 10 - October 21 Dates: August 10 - October 21 Times: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Times: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Location: OKGES Cafeteria Location: OKGES Cafeteria Price: $75 Price: $75 Youth Advanced Adult Advanced Ages: 6 - 13 years Ages: 14+ years KGPR| PAGE 16 Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays Dates: August 10 - October 21 Dates: August 10 - October 21 Times: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Times: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Location: OKGES Cafeteria Location: OKGES Cafeteria Price: $85 Price: $85 HTTPS://WWW.KINGGEORGECOUNTYVA.GOV/384/PARKS-RECREATION
SPORTS CAMPS BASKETBALL CAMP King George High School varsity coach Neil Lyburn leads our basketball camp this year. Designed for players of all abilities this camp will focus on fundamentals as well as advanced game concepts. Drills, games, and competitions will be used to reinforce sound habits. Registration Deadline is Thursday, July 8, 2021. Ages: 9 - 14 years Dates: July 19 - 22 Days: Monday - Thursday Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Location: King George High School Price: $80 TRACK & FIELD CAMP The KGHS Track and Field Program is putting on a Youth Track & Field Camp. This camp will be run by the KGHS Track Coach Paul Koepfinger. The campers will learn how to properly stretch, strengthen, and prevent injury. Other topics will include nutrition, running shoes, and gear. This is limited to 20 participates per age group. change your life! Ages: Session 1: 7 - 10 years Session 2: 11 - 14 years Dates: Session 1: August 9 - 12 Session 2: August 9 - 13 Day: Session 1: Monday - Thursday Session 2: Monday - Friday Time: Session 1: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Session 2: 7:00 p.m. - 8:15 p.m. Price: FREE KGPR| PAGE 17 HTTPS://WWW.KINGGEORGECOUNTYVA.GOV/384/PARKS-RECREATION
SPORTS CAMPS CHALLENGER INTERNATIONAL SOCCER CAMPS For many years our British Soccer and TetraBrazil camp programs were delivered exclusively by British and Brazilian coaches and our coaching material was heavily influenced by those countries. However, the recent World Cup demonstrated to us all just how well developed the game is globally and it is now time to provide players in the US and Canada with the very best coaching methods and practices from world’s most influential soccer playing nations Each day includes individual foot skills, technical drills, tactical practices, small-sided games, coached scrimmages, and a daily World Cup tournament. Tiny Tykes Full Day Ages: 3 - 5 years Ages: 6 - 16 years Days: Monday - Friday Days: Monday - Friday Dates: June 7 - 11 Dates: June 7 - 11 Times: 8:00 a.m. - 8:50 a.m. Times: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Location: King George High School Location: King George High School Price: $95 Price: $200 Half Day Ages: 6 - 16 years Days: Monday - Friday To register for soccer camps Dates: June 7 - 11 online go to: Times: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Location: King George High School www.challengersports.com Price: $135 Click on "Register" and search by zip code "22485" KGPR| PAGE 18 HTTPS://WWW.KINGGEORGECOUNTYVA.GOV/384/PARKS-RECREATION
EXERCISE CLASSES TAI CHI THERAPEUTIC Tai Chi is an optimal exercise for all ages. It involves movements of the entire body without the risk of injury. Done in coordination MOVEMENT with one’s concentration and breathing, these You will help improve pain from chronic movements release tension through the body. conditions, learn functional fitness as it relates The gently flowing progress of movements in to you, learn essentials to maintain activities Tai Chi cultivates whole-body health. A study of daily living and enhance your quality of life. by the Arthritis Foundation supports the many Chairs, small weights and fitness balls will be benefits of Tai Chi, including reduction of pain utilized. Come out and see how this class can and inflammation, lowered blood pressure, change your life! improved immune function and improved balance and flexibility. This Tai Chi exercise Ages: 16 and up class will teach simple forms that are easy to Dates: Ongiong learn, but challenging to master. Day: Tuesdays Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Ages: 16 and up Instructor: Paula VanAlstine Dates: Year rounds Price: $ Day: Mondays and Thursdays Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Instructor: Betty Doran and Linda Kline Price: $25/month or $5/class REFIT REFIT is a life-changing fitness experience that LINE DANCING combines powerful moves + positive music that will transform your body, mind, and soul. Come try a class for a fun and uplifting Evenings workout. Ready to boot, scoot, and boogie? Join us for line dancing at the Citizens Center. Ages: 16 and up Dates: TBA Ages: 18 and up Day: Mondays Dates: Ongoing Time: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Day: Mondays Instructor: Rachel Goosman Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Price: TBD Instructor: Charlie Burrell Price: $5/class Mid-Day Beginners Put your boots and come get your mid-day workout? Join us for line dancing at the Citizens Center. Ages: 18 and up Dates: Ongoing KGPR| PAGE 19 Day: Thursdays Time: 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Instructor: Bonnie Taylor Price: $5/class HTTPS://WWW.KINGGEORGECOUNTYVA.GOV/384/PARKS-RECREATION
L.E. SMOOT MEMORIAL LIBRARY HTTPS://WWW.SMOOT.ORG 9533 KINGS HWY. KING GEORGE, VA 22485 540-775-2147 The L.E. Smoot Memorial Library hosts a variety of programs. Please register online at www.smoot.org or call 540-775-2147. Programs are all free but may have limited availability. Be sure to register early. ADULT LIBRARY PROGRAMS SPRING COASTERS ADULT BOOK BINGO This take home kit will have supplies along Coming in the summer of 2021…. our 2nd with instructions showing how to make two annual Adult Book Bingo challenge! spring-themed coasters using Mod Podge. Participants can complete book inspired Bingo Designs may vary. Registration is online at for a chance to win a prize. Bingo cards and smoot.org. We will notify you when your kit is instructions will be available in June. available for pick up. This program is for ages 18 & up. Limit 2 kits per household (please register each individual separately). Ages: 18 and up Dates: June 7 - August 7 Cost: FREE Ages: 18 and up Registration Dates: April 26 - May 3 Cost: FREE LIBRARY QUESTIONS NEED A LIBARY CARD YOUR ACCOUNT You can apply for a Library card by completing You can manage your account including and printing the Library Card Application (PDF) renewing books or placing titles on hold by from www.smoot.org. Please bring the going to www.smoot.org. There you will also SMOOT| PAGE 20 completed application with photo identification find links to our newsletter, program listing, with you to the Library. Additional and other important announcements. documentation is required for identification without a current King George address. Library The L.E. Smoot Memorial Library also cards are free for King George residents. Out- participates with the Overdrive and Zinio of-county residents are subject to a $25 yearly reading apps for your phone or tablet. You can fee. Please contact the Circulation Department find titles there that we may not own in hard at 540-775-2147 for more information. copy. HTTPS://WWW.SMOOT.ORG
YOUTH LIBRARY PROGRAMS PAPER ROCKETS PAINT YOUR OWN Build your own paper rocket and launch them to see how high they fly! Program takes place TREASURE BOX at the library, COVID-19 guidelines must be Paint a wooden treasure box any way you’d followed. Mask required. Please register like! Boxes, paint, and brush provided. Please online or by calling 540-775-2147. register online or by calling 540-775-2147. We will notify you when your kit is ready for Ages: 9 - 12 years pickup. For ages 4-8. While supplies last. Date: Saturday, May 8 Time: 11:00 a.m. Ages: 4 - 7 years Cost: FREE Date: May 21 Day: Friday Cost: FREE FRIENDSHIP BRACELETS CHECKERS LIBRARY TV Weekly 30 minute TV shows with a different Make a colorful bracelet using the chevron topic each week! The library will have crafts pattern. Each kit will have instructions, safety available for pickup in the library coinciding pin, and floss for creating a bracelet. Please with the episode theme. Link on website. For register online or by calling 540-775-2147.We ages 4-10. While supplies last. will notify you when your kit is ready for pickup. For ages 10-18. While supplies last. Ages: 4 - 10 years Date: June - August Ages: 10 - 18 years Day: Fridays Date: April 23 Cost: FREE Cost: FREE DISC BEAD NAME KEYCHAINS Create a personalized keychain with colorful letters and disc beads. Kits will include a variety of beads and the letters to spell out registrant’s first name, floss, and keyring. Please register online or by calling 540-775- 2147. We will notify you when your kit is ready for pickup. For ages 8-12. While supplies last. Ages: 8 - 12 years Date: May 14 Day: Friday SMOOT| PAGE 21 Cost: FREE HTTPS://WWW.SMOOT.ORG
YOUTH LIBRARY PROGRAMS WEE READERS PAINT THE SIDEWALK An interactive lapsit program for children ages Make the library plaza beautiful with sidewalk 0-3 with a parent or caregiver. Through art! Sidewalk chalk and paint provided. rhymes, fingerplays, songs and stories, we will sow the seeds of language acquisition with Ages: All rollicking fun! Please register online or by Date: June 2 calling 540-775-2147. Day: Wednesday Time: 11:00 a.m. Ages: 0 - 3 years Cost: FREE Date: June - August Day: Mondays Time: 10:00 a.m. COLOR CHANGING Cost: FREE CUPS READY READERS Personalize a confetti color changing cup with An interactive program for children ages 3-5 vinyl. Program takes place at the library, with a parent or caregiver. Through rhymes, COVID-19 guidelines must be followed. Mask fingerplays, songs, stories, crafts and games, required. Please register online or by calling we will promote pre-reading and social skills 540-775-2147. with plenty of silly good times! Please register online or by calling 540-775-2147. Ages: 12 - 18 years Date: June 15 Ages: 3 - 6 years Day: Tuesday Date: June - August Time: 3:00 p.m. Day: Wednesdays Cost: FREE Time: 11:00 a.m. Cost: FREE TWILIGHT TIE DYE BAGS STORYTIME Tie dye is a summer staple and we’re making Join us for a special night storytime where colorful drawstring bags! Bags and dye everything glows! Please register online or by provided. Please register online or by calling calling 540-775-2147. 540-775-2147. Ages: 4 - 8 years Ages: 10 - 12 years Date: July 6 Date: June 24 Day: Tuesday Day: Thursday Time: 6:00 p.m. Time: 11:00 a.m. Cost: FREE Cost: FREE SAND ART ICE DYE SHIRTS Fill a bottle with vibrant colors in the design of Using ice and tie dye, make a unique shirt. your choosing. Registration by age group. SMOOT| PAGE 22 Shirts not provided. Please register online or Please register online or by calling 540-775- by calling 540-775-2147. 2147. Ages: 12 - 18 years Ages: 5 - 12 years Date: July 13 Date: July 22 Day: Tuesday Day: Thursday Time: 4:00 p.m. Time: 10:00 a.m. Cost: FREE Cost: FREE HTTPS://WWW.SMOOT.ORG
PLEASE DO NOT USE THIS FORM FOR SOCCER OR SUMMER CAMP. STOP BY THE CITIZENS CENTER TO REGISTER FOR THOSE PROGRAMS.
Independence Celebration SATURDAY, JULY 1 0 SEALSTON SPORTS COMPLEX GATES OPEN AT 5: 00 P. M. FI REWORKS AT 9: 30 P. M. VENDORS, MUSIC, FOOD, AND MORE! IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN SPONSORING THIS EVENT OR PARTICIPATING AS A VENDOR PLEASE CONTACT US AT 540-775-4386 OR CRCLARKE@CO.KINGGEORGE.STATE.VA.US
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