Winter 20242025 Program Guide

WINTER 2024/2025 PROGRAM GUIDE

Wooster Recreation A GUIDE TO ALL THINGS FUN! November - February

WOOSTER RECREATION

What's Inside Contact

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Hours of operation Phone Number Website Staff Directory

Registration

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Email Newsletter How to Register Cancellations and Refunds Payment Residency

Sports

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Waivers Uniforms Officials Coaching

Youth

9 & 10

Registration & League Dates Fees

Adult

11&12

Registration & League Dates Fees

Senior

13&14

Registration & League Dates Fees

Special Events

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Registration & Event Dates Fees

Rentals

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The Chalet at Freedlander Park Park Pavilions

Community Commission

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Reference Guide Look for me on each page!

Community Directory

PRE-SCHOOL

ELEMENTARY/MID

Sports Corner

HIGH SCHOOL

ADULT

50+

Enriching the lives of our community members through parks, programs and play!

Meet The Team

Ashley Hershberger

Heather Dennis

Petey Bess

Recreation + Community Center Manager 330-263-5211 | ahershberger@woosteroh.com

Recreation Supervisor 330-263-5210 | hdennis@woosteroh.com

Recreation Coordinator 330-263-5200 ext.356 | pbess@woosteroh.com

Ashley Trent

Michele Horst

Kayla Black

Recreation Coordinator 330-263-5200 ext.353 | atrent@woosteroh.com

Recreation Coordinator 330-263-5200 ext.346 | mhorst@woosteroh.com

Customer Service Representative 330-263-5200 ext.348 | kblack@woosteroh.com

woosteroh.com/recreation 330-263-5207

recreation@woosteroh.com M-F: 8:30am - 4:30pm 241 S. Bever St. Wooster OH

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WOOSTER RECREATION

STAY UPDATED Want updates sent to you about upcoming registrations, events, rentals + more?

Sign up to receive emails by navigating to the main page of our website and completing the 'Connect' form.

Want the most up to date information?

Follow and like us on Facebook + Instagram @Wooster Recreation Department We post all kinds of information pertaining to our programs: •Event and practice cancellations •Upcoming registration deadlines •New program information We are even known to run a contest or two!

Save our Weather Line number in your phone to call anytime without having to look it up!

330-263-5203

Wooster Recreation 241 S Bever St. Wooster 330-263-5207

Visit our website www.woosteroh.com/recreation •For all program information •Required paperwork •Building hours •To find out how to register for all of our programs

REGISTRATION

REGISTER Online Registration

woosteroh.com/recreation 1. Go to the website and select 'Register Online' 2. Click 'Activities' to shop for classes and activities 3. Click 'Enroll Now' to register for your session 4. Sign In or Create Account The system will walk you through the steps to select participants and check out.

Processing fees may apply

Phone Registration 330-263-5207

1. Call us at 330-263-5207 during operational hours 8:30am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday to register Residents who qualify for a Scholarship rate must register in person and show proof of care source/free reduced lunch or other need based assistance at the time of registration.

In-Person Registration

241 S Bever St. Wooster, OH 44691 1. Registrations may be completed in person at the Wooster Recreation and Community Center during operational hours 8:30a-4:30pm, Monday - Friday An after hours/weekend drop box is available at the front door as well.

Registration Deadline Registration deadlines vary for each class. Please note the registration deadline in this brochure and on the registration forms. Classes not meeting minimum enrollment by the registration deadline may be cancelled. You may still try to register after the deadline has passed. Please call the office to see if any spots are still open for the particular program you are interested in.

Cancellations and Refunds Wooster Recreation reserves the right to cancel/combine classes with insufficient registration. If a class is cancelled, you will be notified prior to the class and will receive a full refund, credit or transfer to another class.

To cancel a registration, call 330-263-5207 at least 5 business days before the program begins.

Refunds, transfers or credits will only be issued if the participant cancels a minimum of 5 days in advance. Online processing fees are non refundable.

Refunds, less a $7 processing fee, are processed within three weeks.

NO REFUNDS are given after a class has begun.

If cancellation is approved, it will be prorated based on number of classes already attended.

Full Classes and Wait Lists The online system will automatically show customers when a class reaches maximum enrollment. In select instances, a wait list option will allow patrons to sign up in case of cancellations or an added session. You will only be contacted if there is an opening! PLEASE NOTE that your credit card WILL be charged when you add your name the waitlist online. This is non-refundable if we are not able to register you for the class. Please call 330-263-5207 to be placed on a waitlist without a charge.

PRE-SCHOOL

ELEMENTARY/MID

HIGH SCHOOL

ADULT

50+

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PAYMENT Payment Accepts the following as payment for program and facility use: Cash Checks- Personal and travelers (Payable to the City of Wooster) Cards- Visa, Mastercard or Discover There will be a $25 fee assessed to all returned checks. Please, no cash by mail.

Scholarships Youth Scholarships: Youths who LIVE within the Wooster City limits, AND Qualify for free or reduced lunches, Caresource, or income qualify are able to participate in recreation activities at a reduced rate The discount rate varies from program to program and all scholarships must be processed in person at the Community Center.

Senior Scholarships: Senior Adults (55+) who qualify may participate in activities at a reduced rate.

Please inquire at the front desk about how to apply.

Scholarship Fund In order for us to continue to provide this service, the fund must be replenished with donations from the Wooster Community. Keep your donation in your backyard and assist a child with the cost of registration.

Call 330-263-5207 for more details.

Resident

Does ANY of the following: LIVES/WORKS WITHIN the corporation limits of Wooster, PAYS CITY INCOME TAXES, OWNS PROPERTY within the city limits OR is an individual living in one's household who does one of the previously listed, he/she is considered a Resident.

Residents qualify for a reduced rate for programs, events & activities

Non-

Resident

If one LIVES OUTSIDE the corporation limits of Wooster AND does NOT have anyone living in one's household who WORKS within the corporation limits of Wooster, OWNS PROPERTY within the corporation limits, or PAYS CITY INCOME TAXES, he/she is considered a Non-Resident.

Wooster Recreation

241 S Bever St. Wooster 330-263-5207

If you are unsure if you live within the corporation limits of Wooster, please call 330-263-5207

REGISTRATION

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ADA/Special Populations Wooster Recreation encourages participation by persons of all disabilities. If you will need special accommodations in order to participate in our programs, please contact us at 330-263-5207 so we can discuss your needs.

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Proof of Age Children must meet the age requirement by the start date of the class. Wooster Recreation reserves the right to request proof of age if needed.

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Photo Release

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Bad Weather

By registering for, participating in, or attending any Wooster Recreation Department program, you agree to allow publication of any photos taken at any program, event or facility of the City of Wooster Recreation Department.

For weather related cancellations call the Weather Line at 330-263-5203 at least one half hour prior to your programs scheduled start time.

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Volunteer Opportunities Special Events, Coaching, Programs and much more!

For more information call us at 330-263-5207 PRE-SCHOOL

ELEMENTARY/MID

HIGH SCHOOL

ADULT

50+

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SPORTS Youth Sports RECREATIONAL SPORTS AGE CLASSIFICATION For the majority of our leagues, we classify our offerings by age or grade. Unless otherwise noted in program descriptions, the age calculation date for all youth sports programs will be calculated by the first contact day.

Our Policy WAIVER + LINDSAY'S LAW Players MUST have an updated Youth Waiver and Lindsay's Law Waiver on file yearly.

To complete waivers go to woosteroh.com/recreation or scan the QR Codes below.

Wooster Recreation

YOUTH WAIVER

241 S Bever St. Wooster 330-263-5207

ADULT WAIVER

LINDSAY'S LAW

YOUTH Registration

Registrations for all leagues will be accepted from when the league's registration opens through the registration deadline or until maximum capacity has been reached. League practice dates, times and locations are subject to change.

Uniform Some youth programs include a game jersey or T-shirt. It will be listed on registration if jerseys or T-shirts are provided. Additional items are not provided unless otherwise noted. If participant submits wrong sizing, they are responsible for replacement costs.

Coaching All youth teams are coached by parent volunteers. If you are interested in coaching, please contact recreation@woosteroh.com.

Coaching Requirements Volunteer coaches must have familiarity the with sport they are coaching. A Background Check must be completed and approved.

A current concussion certification is also required.

Officials Soccer and Basketball officials are needed for the upcoming seasons. If you are interested in being a paid official, go to woosteroh.com/recreation to complete availability forms.

PRE-SCHOOL

ELEMENTARY/MID

HIGH SCHOOL

ADULT

50+

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WOOSTER RECREATION

YOUTH 1st & 2nd Grade Basketball Grades 1st & 2nd | Registration 10/1 - 12/13 or until full T/TH

1/7 - 2/20

6:10P-8:10P

Gault Recreation Center

Youth Basketball

$47 REFEREES & SCOREKEEPERS ARE NEEDED FOR YOUTH BASKETBALL GAMES IF INTERESTED, SEE OUR WEBSITE WOOSTEROH.COM/RECREATION

Grades 3rd-6th | Registration Closed S

1/11 - 3/1 Gault Recreation Center

CLASS IS FULL! CHECK BACK FOR NEXT SESSION!

Social Skills Art Group Ages 10 - 16 | Registration 11/1 - 12/1 or until full M

12/2 - 1/13

$55

Wooster Community Center

Youth Volleyball Grades 4th-6th | Registration 2/9 - 3/8 or until full M/W

3/17 - 4/16

$55

Gault Recreation Center

Wooster Recreation 241 S Bever St. Wooster 330-263-5207

YOUTH

High School Futsal High School | Registration 11/1 - 12/22 or until full SU 1/5 - 2/9 $375/Team Register through school rep Gault Recreation Center

Micro Soccer Academy- Level 1 + 2 Ages 4-6 | Registration 2/7 - 3/9 or until full Must be enrolled in Pre-school or Kindergarten

T or TH/S 4/8 - 5/17 $60 Wooster Soccer Complex + Schellin Park

1st + 2nd Grade Youth Soccer Grades 1st + 2nd | Registration 2/7 - 3/9 or until full Pre-season clinics will be announced in February

S

4/12 - 5/17

$55

Wooster Soccer Complex

Youth Soccer 1st - 8th Grade Individual + Team | Registration 2/7 - 3/9 S

4/12 - 5/17 $55/Individual (Team Fees Vary) Wooster Soccer Complex

PRE-SCHOOL

ELEMENTARY/MID

HIGH SCHOOL

ADULT

50+

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ADULT CLASSES Chair Yoga M | 9:15A - 10:00A | Ongoing Class

Instructor: Debora Galaz

Chair Yoga is a soft yoga that is practiced sitting in a chair or using the chair for support.

Wooster Community Center

Gentle Flow Yoga M | 10:15A - 11:00A | Ongoing Class A modern-day symbol of peace, serenity and well-being Wooster Community Center

Available at the Wooster Community Center Wooster Recreation 241 S Bever St. Wooster 330-263-5207

ADULT

ADULT SPORTS Coed Volleyball 16+ | Registration 2/7 - 3/9 TH 6:00P-10:00P 4/3 - 5/22 $240/Team Gault Recreation Center

Pickleball Clinics Spring clinics will be announced soon!

Christmas Run Pickleball Courts

American Sign Language Dates will be announced soon for 2025!

Wooster Community Center

PRE-SCHOOL

ELEMENTARY/MID

HIGH SCHOOL

ADULT

50+

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SENIOR Euchre Tournament 50+ | RSVP by calling 330-466-4004 November 15 + February 21 Community Center

Senior Hiking Program 50+ | April - October F 1:00P-2:30P

FREE

Wooster Memorial Park

Senior Stroll 50+ | April - October T 10:00A

FREE

Kinney Trail

The Senior Hike + Stroll will start again Spring 2025 Wooster Recreation 241 S Bever St. Wooster 330-263-5207

50+ FITNESS CENTER

SENIOR

Hours

Fee

Open M - F 8:30A - 4:30P

Monthly- $14 Yearly- $85

Schedule a

Free Tour

today!

Equipment Treadmills Recumbent Stepper Ellipticals Chest Press Bicep Curl Abdominal Machine Seated Row Pull-Up Dip Assist Rower Upright Bike

Recumbent Bicycles Leg Press Leg Extension Shoulder Press Back Extension Torso Rotation Hip Machine Dumbbells Functional Equipment Dual Cable Cross

Senior Activities

Located at the Wooster Community Center

Billiards

Pinochle

Ping Pong

Bingo ($1)

M-F 8:30A-4:30P

F 12:00P-4:00P

M W F 10:00A

T 1:00pm

Community Center

Community Center

Community Room

Community Room

Canasta

MahJong

Euchre ($3)

Duplicate Bridge

W 1:00pm

TH 1:00pm

TH 1:00pm

F 12:30pm

Senior Lounge

Senior Lounge

Community Room

Community Room

Board Games- 2nd + 4th Tuesday at 1:00pm PRE-SCHOOL

ELEMENTARY/MID

HIGH SCHOOL

ADULT

50+

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WOOSTER RECREATION

SPECIAL EVENTS

NOVEMBER 6 DECEMBER 11 FEBRUARY 12

Wooster Recreation 241 S Bever St. Wooster 330-263-5207

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SPECIAL EVENTS

EVENTS

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Host your next event with us!

We have everything you need all in one location. Our updated kitchen has a large island, food warmers, beautiful cabinetry for storage, and more. The common area consists of a large gas fireplace, two loveseats as well as additional seating. We also supply tables and chairs to accommodate your requests. For wedding parties, we offer a small bridal suite.

SMALL GROUP (50 PEOPLE OR LESS)

Resident: $250.00 Non - Resident: $300.00 ADDITIONAL HOURS

ALCOHOL USE PERMIT

Resident: $50.00 Non - Resident: $100.00

Resident: $25.00 Non - Resident: $35.00

Resident: $40.00 Non - Resident: $50.00 Wooster Recreation 241 S Bever St. Wooster 330-263-5207

BOOK

ADDITIONAL HOURS

W O N

Resident: $400.00 Non - Resident: $450.00 or any open house style events

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LARGE GROUP (51 PEOPLE OR MORE)

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NTHS OU O M

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VIEW OUR FULL GALLERY AT THECHALETATFREEDLANDERPARK.COM

EVENTS

New Outdoor Patio!

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WOOSTER RECREATION

PARKS Christmas Run Park

700 N. Grant St. | Pavilions, Restrooms, Grills, Playground, Drinking Fountain, Swimming Pool, Creek, Tennis Courts, Basketball Courts, Pickleball Courts

Clear Creek Park

668 Venture Blvd. | Paved walking trail, Restrooms, Pavilion, New Playground!

Cohan Park

431 Miller Blvd. | Pavilions, Restrooms, Grills, Playground, Creek

Diller Point Park

120 E. Wayne Ave. | Green Space

Freedlander Park

400 Hillside Dr. | Pavilions, Restrooms, Grills, Playground, Drinking Fountain, Gazebo, Swimming Pool, Fishing Pond, Softball Field, Basketball Court, Disc Golf, Sand Volleyball

Gerstenslager Park

1404 Akron Rd. | Pavilions, Cabin

Grosjean Park

799 Freedlander Rd. | Creek, Fishing Pond, Walking Trails

Jaycee Park

926 Gasche St. | Pavilions, Restrooms, Playground

Knights Field Park

701 Rebecca St. | Pavilions, Restrooms, Grills, Playground, Drinking Fountain, Sprayground, Horseshoe Pits

Oak Hill Park

Corner of Oldman and Oak Hill | Pavilion, Restrooms, Walking Trails, ADA Accessible Trails, Sled Riding Hill, Cross Country Skiing Trails

Schellin Park

427 Maple St. | Pavilions, Restrooms, Grills, Playground, Drinking Fountain, Creek, Fishing Pond, Softball Field, Basketball Court, Skate Park, Dog Park, Legacy Memorial

Walton Woods Park

1298 Mechanicsburg Rd. | Green Space

Wooster Memorial Park

Wooster Recreation 241 S Bever St. Wooster 330-263-5207

**Temporary entrance through Wooster Nazarene Church Parking Lot

5197 Silver Rd. | Pavilion, Restrooms, Creek, ADA Accessible Walking Trails

EVENTS

PAVILION RENTALS Park pavilions are available for reservation from April 1st - October 31st Please call the Recreation Department for pricing and reservations at (330) 263-5207.

Pavilions for the 2025 season can be reserved starting January 2nd, 2025

PAVILIONS

Unless reserved, park pavilions are available on a first come, first serve basis. Due to the chance of inclement weather, restroom and electric availability are not guaranteed in April or October.

Pavilion reservations will not be refunded for any reason (Covid-19, Weather.. etc)

Christmas Run Park Finn Pavilion, 1 East Pavilion, 1 West Pavilion, Serving Area, Garcy Aten, #2 Pavilion, #3 Pavilion, Gazebo Serving area may be reserved when reserving either 1 East or 1 West at Christmas Run (does NOT have hot water or oven)

Clear Creek Park Pavilion Cohan Park Pavilion Downtown Pavilion Freedlander Park Birthday House Pavilion, #1 Pavilion, Dave Houser Pavilion, Gazebo Jaycee Park Pavilion Knights Field Park Pavilion Oak Hill Park Pavilion Schellin Park Pavilion Wooster Memorial Park Education Pavilion, Main Entrance Pavilion

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COMMUNITY Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is made up of a group of representatives who reside within the City of Wooster. They review operations of the Parks and Recreation departments and assist in the decision making process on current and future endeavours.

Jerry Packard 330-262-3067 | jpackard@sssnet.com

Sara Adams 330-234-8585 | smdenney87@gmail.com

Mitch Sleek 330-347-7103 | msleek@gmail.com

Brooks Laughlin HS Rep

Larry Walker 330-464-0423 | walkie32@aol.com

Curt Denning 330-263-5275 | cdenning@woosteroh.com

Carrolyn Salazar 330-289-3720 | csalazar@ivoryroomwooster.com

Ashley Hershberger 330-263-5211 | ahershberger@woosteroh.com

Nichole Crossmon 330-317-8447 | ncrossmon@wayneoh.org

Community Directory Admin 330-263-5244

Engineering 330-263-5251

Human Resources 330-263-5254

Economic Development 330-263-5250

Law 330-263-5242

Utilities 330-263-5250

Finance 330-263-5228

Public Properties Maintenance 330-263-5275

Building and Planning 330-263-5241

Fire 330-263-5266

Zoning 330-263-5235

Police 330-287-5700 Recreation 330-263-5207

Wooster Recreation 241 S Bever St. Wooster 330-263-5207

Sports Corner

COMMUNITY

Adaptive Sports Ohio Boys & Girls Club of Wooster College of Wooster Youth Volleyball Kidron Volleyball Club Ohio Strikers United Varsity Athletic Club Fleet Fleet Wooster Wayne Center for the Arts Wayne Co. Co-Ed Softball Wooster Lacrosse Club Wooster Edge Soccer Wooster Summer Baseball Wooster Summer Fastpitch Wooster Youth Baseball Wooster Youth Instructional Football & Cheer Wooster Wrestling Club Wooster Youth Flag Football Association Wooster Youth Hockey YMCA of Wayne County YMCA of Wayne County Gymnastics 4-H Youth Development 24

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