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Fitness & Exercise

Pickleball for Seniors (Ages 50+)

We're excited to offer opportunities for pickleball play exclusively for seniors! If you are "age 50 and better" and ready to get back in the game, come ready to play with your own equipment and proper attire. Morehead Recreation Center Tuesdays & Thursdays Aug. 23 - Dec. 29, 1 - 2:30 p.m. Free

Virtual Stretching for Senior Adults (Ages 50+)

This virtual class involves gentle stretching, which can help improve flexibility, circulation, coordination and balance while relieving joint stiffness and muscle tension. Please contact the Senior Center at 336.883.3584 to register and receive the virtual class link. Virtual Thursdays, Sept. 8 - 29, 10 - 10:30 a.m. Free

Athletics

Little Flippers: Mommy and Me Gymnastics Class (Ages 1 - 4)

This class is designed to introduce the young gymnast to the fundamentals of gymnastics. With help from a parent or guardian, we will focus on balance, coordination, listening skills and following directions. Allen Jay Recreation Center Tuesdays & Wednesdays Sept. 6 - 28, Oct. 4 - 26, Nov. 1 - 30 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. $40 per month More Flips, More Fun Gymnastics and Tumbling Class (Ages 5 - 12)

Our gymnastics classes focus on physical conditioning and strength training as students do floor work and utilize the tumble track, balance beam, bars and vault. No jewelry or loose-fitting clothes, please. Allen Jay Recreation Center Tuesdays, July 5 - 26, Aug. 2 - 30, Sept. 6 - 27, Oct. 4 - 25, November 1 - 29 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. $40 per month Let's Make Some Racquet! (Ages 5 - 12)

Tennis helps build character, focus and sportsmanship. This program is designed to give young coed participants the foundational skills of tennis through game play and a step-by-step curriculum guided by staff. Previous tennis experience is not required. Oakview Recreation Center Thursdays, Aug. 4 - 25, Sept. 1 - 29, Oct. 6 - 27, 7 - 7:45 p.m. Free Let's Make Some Racquet! Intermediate (Ages 5- 12)

This program is designed to give young coed participants the intermediate foundational skills of tennis through game play and a step-by-step curriculum guided by staff. Participants must have previously completed the Let's Make Some Racquet program for beginners. Oakview Recreation Center Thursdays, Aug. 4 - 25, Sept. 1 - 29, Oct. 6 - 27 6 - 7 p.m. $12 per person R.E.D. ZONE Parks & Recreation Youth Football & Cheerleading (Ages 6 - 12)

R.E.D. Zone youth football league and cheer teams are back! This partnership between High Point, Greensboro and Thomasville Parks & Recreation departments focuses on Recreation, Education & Development: "R.E.D." The new season will offer more teams, new faces, a community-driven focus and minimal travel. • Practices are Mondays - Thursdays, 6 - 8 p.m. • Games are Saturdays, Aug. 27 - Nov. 19. • Games are between 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. • Late registration is Aug. 8 - Sept. 2. $40 for football, $25 for cheerleading

Beginner Youth Basketball Clinic (Ages 6 - 10)

As participants learn the proper form and techniques of basketball through drills, they will develop the fundamentals of the game needed to compete in organized play. Ball handling, shooting, passing, running and agility will be some of the skills covered. Morehead Recreation Center Thursdays, Oct. 6 - Nov. 17, 6 - 7 p.m. Free

Athletics

Youth Volleyball Open Gym (Ages 8 - 17)

During our volleyball open gym time, participants have the chance to come play indoors with family and friends. Allen Jay Recreation Center Wednesdays, July 6 - Nov. 23, 6 - 7 p.m. Free

All-Star Stomp-N-Shake Cheerleading Team Tryouts (Ages 9 - 17)

Demonstrate your best cheerleading and dance skills to try and earn one of the coveted spots on the High Point Parks & Recreation All-Star Stomp-N-Shake Cheerleading Team. Required tryout attire is all black. Washington Terrace Community Center Monday, Aug. 22 - Monday, Aug., 29 6:30 - 8 p.m. Teen Open Gym (Ages 13-17)

Lace up your shoes, grab your basketball and join your friends as we determine who is the best baller! This open gym time provides the opportunity to play in a supervised, free play setting. Allen Jay Recreation Center Thursdays, July 7 - Nov. 17, 6 - 8 p.m. Oakview Recreation Center Wednesdays, Aug. 3 - Dec. 14, 6 - 8 p.m. Free

Family Open Gym (All ages)

Shoot hoops, practice those basketball skills and enjoy family time in a casual atmosphere as you get in a workout together. Allen Jay Recreation Center Saturdays, July 2 - Dec. 17, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Deep River Recreation Center Saturdays, July 2 - Aug. 27, 10 a.m. - noon Oakview Recreation Center Saturdays July 2 - November 26 noon - 2 p.m. Free The Clinic: Youth Basketball Coaching (Ages 15+)

Discover how to create a championship culture and gain the tools needed to get your team better shots, maximize practice time and make your team unstoppable! Sessions will be led by Joel Battle, boy's head coach at High Point Central High School. Coach Battle is a two-time conference Coach of the Year and has successfully guided multiple players to play college and professional basketball. Southside Recreation Center Saturday, Nov. 19, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Free

Pickleball Open Gym (Ages 18+)

Easily adapted for all ages and skill levels, this easy-tolearn game combines elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong. It is played both indoors and outdoors on a badminton-sized court. Join us and prepare to enjoy a fun workout! Oakview Recreation Center Tuesdays & Thursdays, Sept. 1 - Dec. 20 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Tuesdays, July 5 - Nov. 29, 6 - 8 p.m. Saturdays, July 2 - Nov. 26, 9 - 11 a.m. Free

Adult Open Gym (Ages 18+)

Adult Open Gym is a time for adults to play pickup basketball in a casual setting. Friendly competition is welcomed. Participants may check out a basketball or bring their own. Deep River Recreation Center Tuesdays, July 5 - Dec. 27, 6 - 8 p.m. Southside Recreation Center Wednesdays, Aug. 10 - Dec. 28, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. Oakview Recreation Center Mondays, Sept. 12 - Dec. 19, 6 - 8 p.m. Free