Oconee rec activity guide spring 15

Oconee County Parks and Recreation Department

2015

LIVE ACTIVE

SPRING

Youth Programs

4

Adult Programs

7

After School

8

Special Events

11

Tennis

12

Parks

14

Get Out & Get Active Oconee County Parks and Recreation Department Activity Guide February – May 2015 www.oconeecounty.com/ocprd

Administrative Staff John Gentry, Director Email: jgentry@oconee.ga.us Lisa Davol Deputy Director – Programs Email: ldavol@oconee.ga.us

Whitney Sperlik Community Programs Email: wsperlik@oconee.ga.us

Tom Popps Deputy Director – Park Services Email: tpopps@oconee.ga.us

Janine Lynn Administrative Assistant Email: jlynn@oconee.ga.us

Mission Statement The Oconee County Parks and Recreation Department, through a coordinated effort, seeks to enrich the quality of life of the citizens we serve by providing safe and accessible recreational facilities and a diversified program of recreational activities for all citizens.

Park Contacts: Oconee Veterans Park............................................ Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. ............................ Phone: 706-769-3965 Herman C. Michael Park ....................................... Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. ............................ Phone: 706-769-3966 Inclement Weather Hotline ............................................................................................................................. Phone: 706-769-2965 Open Gym Hotline .............................................................................................................................................. Phone: 706-769-3970

The Parks and Recreation Department office will be closed for the following holidays: Memorial Day: Monday, May 25

Notice of non-discrimination: Pursuant to Title II ADA and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, no otherwise qualified individual with a disability in the United States shall, solely by reason of her or his disability, be excluded from the participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance or under any program or activity conducted by Oconee County, Georgia. Additionally, pursuant to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987, no person shall on the grounds of race, color, or national origin be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity conducted by Oconee County, Georgia

2

General Information

Registration begins Monday, January 26

All activities will be filled on a first come, first served basis.

Most of our activities have limited enrollment, so register early! There are 2 easy ways for you to enroll: 1. Register online. Go to www.oconeecounty.com/ ocprd then click “Registration,” or 2. Come by Oconee Veterans Park, Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Payment Payee will be responsible for paying debit/credit card convenience fees. We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express payments. You may also pay by check or money order. Cash not accepted.

Refund Policy No refunds or credits will be granted unless requested at least 5 days (Monday – Friday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.) before the session, program draft or league begins. If request is made 5 days prior to the start date, you will have two options: (1) Receive an immediate credit for the full amount valid for 12 months or (2) Receive a refund, minus a 25% administration fee. A pro-rated credit may be issued in the event an activity cannot be completed due to a documented medical problem. Registration convenience fees are non-refundable.

Security Policy

New Registration Process!

We are pleased to offer our residents a new way to register and pay for programs using CommunityPass, our online registration service. You can now register for programs 24/7 on a secure site. Registration will still be available in house during office hours at Oconee Veterans Park and Herman C. Michael Park.

Step 1 Go to https://register.communitypass.net/OconeeCounty.

Step 2 Click on “Create an Account for Your Family Now!” Complete the family account form by filling in your information and clicking on “continue” until you finish your account setup.

Your family account is now set up. Clicking “finish” will return you to the CommunityPass homepage Once your account is created, you will receive an email that contains your login information. Be sure to keep this email in a safe place so that you can continue to enjoy convenience of online registration.

Step 3 Sign into your account and click “Register Now” and follow instructions.

Questions? Please call 706-769-3965.

Your payment and personal information is safe. Our Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) software is the industry standard and among the best software available today for secure commerce transactions. It encrypts all of your personal information, including credit card number, name, and address so that it cannot be read over the Internet.

Inclement Weather/ Rain out Policy Cancellations due to weather on weeknights will generally not be made until 4 p.m. We will make every reasonable effort to contact head coaches/team managers with cancellation information and coaches/team managers will contact parents/players.

Contact our Inclement Weather Hotline by dialing 706-769-2965 for current cancellations due to inclement weather conditions.

Rain Out Alerts

Now get Alerts sent directly to your mobile phone or email!

For mobile alerts: Text OCPRD to 84483 For email alerts: Go to https://www.rainedout.net and enter Oconee County and your email address

3

Start Smart Soccer

Youth Programs

Program Coordinator: Nick Vitale Email: nvitale@oconee.ga.us Start Smart is a developmental program for boys and girls age 4. Participants work together with their parent(s) to begin developing the motor skills necessary to participate in league soccer by utilizing positive reinforcement and fun activities.

Ages: 4 years Sessions: March 16 – April 27 Days: Mondays Times: 6:15 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Location: Herman C. Michael Park Fee: $45 *No class on Monday, April 6

Oconee Spirit Soccer Program Coordinator: Jared Hightower Email: jhightower@oconee.ga.us The Oconee Spirit Soccer is a recreational soccer program designed to allow children, adolescents, and young adults with intellectual disabilities to learn the fundamentals of soccer while building coordination, social skills and teamwork with peers with and without disabilities.

Parent/Care Taker meeting Tuesday, March 3 at 6:15pm at Oconee Veterans Park Community Center.

Ages: 5 - 25 years Sessions: March 10 – May 5 Days: Tuesday Time: 6:15 – 7:15 p.m.

Location: Oconee Veterans Park Fee: $55 *No session April 7.

Operation Soccer Jersey for Kids

Bring all of your excess clean Soccer Jerseys and gear to Oconee Veterans Park Community Center and help us collect jerseys for needy kids in Haiti.

Core Performance Development Program Program Coordinator: Jared Hightower Email: jhightower@oconee.ga.us Kick Start your soccer skills with OCPRD’s Core Performance Development Program! This program will provide training sessions led by the coaches of Core Soccer, whom are former collegiate athletes and certified trainers. These coaches will offer a full spectrum approach to player development.

Participants will get more touches and training on the ball, speed and agility training and higher level skills training.

With focused instruction and positive reinforcement, this program can help improve weaknesses, maximize strengths and be a great supplemental training for players involved in Recreation, Club, or Scholastic level soccer.

Ages: 5 – 7 years Session Dates: March 18 – May 6 Days: Wednesdays Times: 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Location: Oconee Veterans Park Fee: $75 *No class week of April 8 Ages: 8 – 15 years Session Dates: March 18 – May 6 Days and Times: Wednesdays 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Sundays 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Location: Oconee Veterans Park Fee: $125 includes ball and jersey *No sessions April 5 and 8.

Volunteer Coaches Needed!

Program Coordinator: Nick Vitale Email: nvitale@oconee.ga.us We are looking for a few good coaches! Volunteers needed to coach youth soccer. Our programs focus on the FUNdamentals of the game.

Deadline submit by February 27: 1. Complete an application 2. Submit an original signed copy of the Criminal History Consent form 3. Provide a copy of your valid driver’s license 4. Complete free on-line CDC concussion training and submit

certificate of completion

5. Attend and complete an NYSCA class NYSCA certification classes will be held at Oconee Veterans Park: • February 18 at 6:15 p.m.

• February 25 at 6:15 p.m.

• March 4 at 6:15 p.m.

• March 11 at 6:15 p.m.

4

If you are interested in coaching, please visit www.oconeecounty.com/ocprd/index.php/volunteers to print coaching forms.

Youth Soccer Leagues

Youth Programs

Program Coordinator: Jared Hightower Email: jhightower@oconee.ga.us Kick off the spring with OCPRD youth soccer leagues! Registration ends February 22 or until full.

Ages: Age Control Date: Days: Season:

4 – 18 August 1, 2014. Must be age 4 by August 1, 2014 Monday, Tuesday OR Thursday And Saturday March 8 – May 30

Request for team placement will not be considered unless it is for a sibling.

Micro Soccer League Ages: 4 – 7 Fee:

$55

Age Group

Evaluation

Practice Days

Under 6

No evaluations for boys or girls league

Monday OR Thursday AND Saturday

Under 8

No evaluations for boys or girls league

Tuesday AND Saturday

Mandatory Coach Training Clinic Saturday, February 28 at 12 p.m. at Oconee Veterans Park.

Youth Soccer League Ages: 8 – 14 Fee: Age Group Under 10

Under 12

$65 Evaluation Saturday, February 28 Girls & Boys: Last name A-K at 10 a.m.

Last Name L-Z at 10:30 a.m.

Saturday, February 28 Girls & Boys: Last name A-K at 2 p.m.

Last Name L-Z at 2:45 p.m.

Practice Days Monday (Boys) OR Thursday (Girls) AND Saturday

Monday, Tuesday OR Thursday AND Saturday

Under 14

Thursday, March 5 Boys: 6:15 p.m.

Monday, Tuesday OR Thursday AND Saturday

Under 15

Thursday, March 5 Girls: 6:15 p.m.

Monday, Tuesday OR Thursday AND Saturday

Evaluations held at Oconee Veterans Park.

Mandatory Coach Training Clinic held at Noon Saturday February 28.

All coaches must attend player drafts immediately following player evaluation.

Intramural High School Soccer League Ages: 14 – 18 Program Coordinator: Jared Hightower Email: jhightower@oconee.ga.us Recruit your friends and PLAY! Form your own team to participate in this fun, recreational league. Players must be in high school to participate. Games conducted at park and/or school facilities. Rosters will be finalized by no later than February 26. Teams will be co-ed and must have 2 girls per team. Individual registration required.

Fee:

$65 per person due by February 26.

5

Start Smart Baseball

Youth Programs

Program Coordinator – Nick Vitale Email: nvitale@oconee.ga.us Start Smart is a developmental program for boys and girls age 4. Participants work together with their parent(s) to begin developing the motor skills necessary to participate in league baseball by utilizing positive reinforcement and fun activities.

Ages: 4 years Sessions: March 12 – April 23 Days: Wednesdays Times: 6:15 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Location: Herman C. Michael Park Fee: $45 *No class on Wednesday April 8

Sticks For Kids Golf Program Program Coordinator – Nick Vitale Email: nvitale@oconee.ga.us An exciting golf activity which provides basic instruction for boys and girls. Program supported by the National Recreation and Parks Association.

Ages: 7 - 12 Sessions: April 13 – May 20 Days: Mondays and Wednesdays Times: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

Location: A & F Driving Range on Elder Road Fee: $130

Youth Volleyball Program Coordinator – Tony Lathrup Email: tlathrup@oconee.ga.us

Volleyball I

Learn to volley, set, spike and more! Participants will practice fundamentals through a variety of skill building activities and drills. All participants receive a dri-fit shirt.

Ages: 9 – 11 years Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays Sessions: March 17 – May 14 Time: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Location: Oconee Veterans Park Fee: $75 *No sessions on April 7 or 9

Volleyball II Spike it down! Fun, instructional class for girls that allows participants to advance their volleyball skills. Participants will begin practicing skills and advance into match play during later classes.

All participants will receive a jersey.

Matches may be scheduled on Saturdays.

Developmental Competitive Basketball League

Ages: 12 – 14 years Sessions: March 17 – May 14 Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays Time: 7:15 – 8:15 pm Location: Oconee Veterans Park Fee: $90 *No sessions on April 7 or 9

Program Coordinator: Tony Lathrup Email: tlathrup@oconee.ga.us Director of Coaching: TBD

Girls Lacrosse Program

Ages: 5th/6th grades and 7th/8th grades Days: Saturday and Sunday Dates: March 7 – May 2 Fee: $150* No sessions April 4 or 11

Introductory program to teach players basic skills and techniques for lacrosse. Offered in partnership with the Greater Oconee Area Lacrosse.

Clinic Practices conducted on Saturdays, games scheduled on Sunday. *Tryouts will be conducted Saturday, March 7 and each league will be limited to the 32 most skilled Oconee resident players. Pre-registration is required for tryouts.

Fee required once participant is selected for the team.

6

Program Coordinator –Tony Lathrup Email: tlathrup@oconee.ga.us

Ages: 10 – 13 Sessions: March 18 – May 6 Days: Wednesdays Time: 6:00 p.m. – 7:15 p.m.

Location: Herman C. Michael Park Fee: $75

Adult Softball League

Adult Programs

Games Begin: The week of March 16

Program Coordinator –Drew Torok Email: dtorok@oconee.ga.us Play ball! Time to break out the bat, ball and glove.

Game times: 7:30 p.m., 8:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.

Fee: $540 per team

Deadline: Thursday, February 26

* Leagues with less than four teams will be combined with other leagues.

Leagues: Womens, Coed, Men’s Church and Men’s Open Manager’s Meetings: Thursday, March 5 at 6 p.m. at Oconee

Veterans Park Community Center.

Oconee County Parks and Recreation Department and the Oconee County Board of Education are happy to support the Wee Read program funded through the United Way. Did you know that you can receive FREE Books for children from birth to age 5? The child must live in Clarke or Oconee counties. There is absolutely no cost to you! Register online at www.wee-read.org

Oconee County Little League 2015 Spring Ball Registration Registration– Includes Teeball, Baseball and Softball Online Registration for ALL Players is at www.oconeelittleleague.com from January 9th – January 30th, 2015.

Returning Players – steps to register players that have played with OCLL at least one season since 2013 are as follows: • Log into your existing account at www.oconeelittleleague.com

where your account will be opened at the “Register” tab.

• All participants associated with this account will be listed with a sentence stating “There are X number of new programs available” where you click the “Register Now” button to see the available programs and begin registering your child(ren).

• If you need to add a child simply click “Add Participant” under the Register tab and follow the prompts for their registration.

All NEW Players and players that have not played with OCLL at least one season since 2013 complete the following steps to register: • Go to www.oconeelittleleague.com • Click on “Register” at the top right • Create Customer Account (which is you, the parent/guardian and YOUR information) • Click Add Participant” (which is your child and their information) • Complete registration process (Note: Your information will be saved up to the farthest point completed).

• Provide copy of child’s birth certificate via email at info@oconeelittleleague.com, regular mail to OCLL PO Box 253 Watkinsville, GA 30677 or onsite at one of the dates listed.

Onsite Registration dates: Thursday, January 22, 2015 6:00pm – 8:00pm at Oconee Veterans Park Community Center NEW LOCATION Saturday, January 24, 2015 10:00am – 1:00pm at Dick’s Sporting Goods 1791 Oconee Connector Athens, GA League Age Divisions – Programs available for ages 4-18 including a Co-Ed Challenger League.

Fees: Vary by age; visit our website for registration fees, descriptions of planned divisions, and discounts. Family discounts will apply automatically at checkout.

Other Important OCLL dates: • Practices start February 23rd, 2015 • Opening Ceremonies, games start – March 21, 2015 • Season officially ends by May 22, 2015 Anyone interested in volunteering as manager/head coaches and assistant coaches must register online and complete the official Little League Volunteer application. The volunteer application and a copy of the applicant’s driver’s license MUST be submitted to the OCLL President

by Saturday, February 7th, 2015 to be considered.

Questions? Please visit our website at www.oconeelittleleague.com and Facebook page or email us at info@oconeelittleleague.com

7

After School Programs

After School

Program Coordinator – Rachel Dillow Email: rdillow@oconee.ga.us After School Program - Get out of school and into the park where we strive to keep your child actively engaged in a safe, secure, enriching and fun environment. Daily snack is also provided. Please call (706) 769-3966 for space availability.

The R.E.C. After School Program Get out of school and into the park where we strive to provide Recreation for Every Child! We offer the best after school location, keeping your child actively engaged in a variety of fun activities through 6 p.m. Transportation is provided immediately after school to the Herman C. Michael Park. Daily snack is also provided. The program is open to all Kindergarten through 5th grade Oconee County residents.

Please call (706) 769-3965 for space availability.

Grades: Time: Location: Fee:

Kindergarten -5th Grade After school until 6 p.m.

Herman C. Michael Park $75 per week per child

Teen Extreme Get out of school and into the park where we take after school to the Extreme! Oconee County teens, 6th - 8th grade, participate in after school activities such as sports skills, homework assistance, games, and more. The program is held at Oconee Veterans Park and keeps your teen actively engaged during the hours immediately after school through 6:30 p.m.

Transportation is provided from Oconee County public middle schools to the park.

Grades: Time: Location: Fee:

6th – 8th Grades After school until 6:30 p.m.

Oconee Veterans Park $75 per week per child

Flex Plan Offers parents a choice to pick 3 days for after school care.

Fee: $45 per week per child

All Day Camps Program Coordinator – Rachel Dillow Email: rdillow@oconee.ga.us All day camps are offered to Oconee County students on select days when school is not in session. Camp is open from 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. at Herman C. Michael Park. Snacks are provided but participants must bring a sack lunch. The day is filled with activities and games to keep the participants engaged.

All Day Camp will be offered on the following dates: February 16 March 13 April 6 – 10 Fee: $30 per day, per participant

8

Summer Day Camp

Summer Day Camp & Teen Extreme Camp – Route 66 Program Coordinator – Rachel Dillow Email: rdillow@oconee.ga.us

Do you have activities arranged for your children this summer? A FANTASTIC season of activities is currently being planned. We offer opportunities in field trips, swimming, sports, crafts, games, nature walks, and much more! Join the FUN! Weekly sessions will begin Tuesday, May 26 and continue through Friday, July 31. Summer Day Camp will be conducted at Herman C. Michael Park. Teen Extreme Camp will be conducted at Oconee Veterans Park.

The day begins at 7:30 a.m. and concludes at 6 p.m.

Summer Day Camp Eligibility –Camp is open to participants who are residents of Oconee County and have turned age 6 on or before September 1, 2014 or will complete Kindergarten during the 2014-2015 school year.

Teen Extreme Camp Eligibility – Camp is open to participants who are residents of Oconee County and have completed 6thgrade by the start of camp. Any participant turning 15 during the summer will not be eligible for any session after their 15th birthday.

Registration Information – Sign–ups will be conducted 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. at Herman C. Michael Park beginning Monday, April 20 on a first come first served basis until all spaces are filled.

Fees: $100 per week per child. First week’s payment is due in full at the time of registration. A $25 per child, per session, non-refundable deposit is due at registration to reserve any following weekly session. The balance of the weekly fee will be due on the Friday preceding each session for which the child is enrolled.

Summer Teen Leadership Challenge Program Coordinator – Rachel Dillow Email: rdillow@oconee.ga.us Fee: $45 per week *Field Trips, T-Shirts & Training Materials Are you between the ages of 15-17 and looking for a fun leadership experience this summer? Apply for the Teen Leadership Challenge (TLC)! TLC is a leadership training program where teens experience and develop the necessary leadership and communication skills while working with Oconee County Parks and Recreation Department’s Summer Day Camp Program. Teens are coached in age appropriate learning, camp safety, counselor expectations, group dynamics, and being a positive role model. Participants will also have the opportunity to be certified in First Aid and CPR, gain valuable work experience, attend field trips and most of all HAVE FUN! Ages: Days: Sessions: Location: Fee:

15- 17 Monday – Friday May 26 – July 31 Herman C. Michael Park $45 per week

*Participants register for weeks able to participate.

Deadline to Apply: Friday, February 27 by 6 p.m.

Application packets can be picked up at either park location or found online. Interviews will be conducted in March and participants will be selected by March 31, 2014. Don’t wait to apply, no more than 4 applicants will be selected.

9

Yoga Classes

Yoga and Fitness Center

Program Coordinator: Whitney Sperlik Email: wsperlik@oconee.ga.us Celia Brooks, Certified Yoga Instructor Participants should provide their own yoga mat and 1 – 2 firm blankets.

Session I

Session II

Ages: 16 and up Days: Tuesdays Sessions: March 3 – April 2 Time: 10 – 11:30 a.m.

Location: Oconee Veterans Park Fee: $58

Ages: 16 and up Days: Wednesdays Sessions: March 4 – April 8 Time: 6 – 7:30 p.m.

Location: Oconee Veterans Park Fee: $58

Hatha Yoga - A mind/body practice of relaxation and rejuvenation using awareness, breath and movement to bring balance to the systems of the body. Yoga helps to increase flexibility and tone muscles while decreasing tension and relieving stress. This is a perfect class for beginners as well as those with some experience in yoga.

Senior Stretch Program Coordinator: Whitney Sperlik Email: wsperlik@oconee.ga.us Calling all seniors! Get your body moving with a total fitness program! Come stretch and tone with Sandy Bishop! Call (706) 769-3965 for further information.

Ages: 60 and older Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays Sessions: January 6 – May 21 Time: 9 – 10 a.m.

Location: Oconee Veteran Park Community Center Gym Fee: Free *No sessions the week of April 6 - 10

FITNESS CENTER

Indoor Track and Gymnasium

The indoor track and gymnasium at Oconee Veterans Park Community Center requires a onetime membership fee for use. Please check our website for the current open gymnasium calendar or call the Open Gymnasium Hotline at 706-769-3970.

Community Center Hours: Monday – Friday 7 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Saturday 8 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Sunday 1 - 9 p.m.

Indoor Track Membership Fees 14 – 59 Years Membership Card - $5 per person

10

Open Gymnasium only Membership Fees, 12- 13 years Membership Card - $5 per person Membership Card - No fee for persons under 12 years or 60 years and older Note: Persons 12 -13 are only permitted in the gymnasium.

Fitness Center

Our fitness center located in the Community Center at Oconee Veterans Park features a wide array of state of the art cardiovascular and weight equipment including single and multi-station trainers.

We offer FREE Wifi in our Fitness Center. Fitness memberships are required for the exercise facility.

Memberships are available for purchase at the Community Center front desk or online.

Fitness Memberships: $40 per person, per quarter or $120 per person, per year Hours: Monday – Friday 7 a.m. – 9 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. and Sunday 1 - 9 p.m.

Touch a Truck – Free

Special Events

Event Coordinator – Whitney Sperlik Email: wsperlik@oconee.ga.us Hands-on event for children to see, touch and explore their favorite big trucks, heavy equipment and large vehicles.

Dump trucks, fire trucks, ambulances, and the like will be a part of the event. Each vehicle will be staffed with a trained operator. Lots of fun family activities will be offered.

Movie in the Park - Free

Event Coordinator –Whitney Sperlik Email: wsperlik@oconee.ga.us Mark your calendar now for Oconee County Parks and Recreation Department’s 11th annual Movie in the Park.

This event has become one of Oconee’s favorite family activities.

Date: Saturday, March 14 Time: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Location: Heritage Park

Date: Saturday, May 9 Activities: 6 p.m.

Movie: 8:45 p.m.

Location: Oconee Veterans Park

Pitch, Hit & Run Contest - FREE

Oconee 4th of July Spectacular – Free

Event Coordinator –Tony Lathrup Email: tlathrup@oconee.ga.us The Oconee County Parks and Recreation Department, in conjunction with Major League Baseball and Pepsi Cola, will be hosting this competition. Open to all boys and girls. Winners from each group (7/8, 9/10, 11/12, & 13/14) will have the opportunity to progress to a sectional, regional, and national competition.

No pre- registration is necessary.

A waiver must be signed on site for participation.

Event Coordinator –Whitney Sperlik Email: wsperlik@oconee.ga.us Oconee County Parks and Recreation Department and Ellis Pain Center present the Oconee 4th of July Spectacular!

Come out for this star spangled celebration!

Ages: Date: Time: Location:

Date: Activities: Fireworks: Location:

Saturday, July 4 6:30 p.m.

9:30 p.m.

Oconee Veterans Park

7 -14 Saturday, April 25 10:30 a.m. -1:30 p.m.

Bogart Sports Complex

11

Tennis For Life

Tennis Coordinator: Janet Darvill Email: janet@tennisforlife.net Phone: 706-769-2954, Office hours: 1 p.m.–5 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday To sign–up online or for more information visit www.tennisforlife.net.

Winter begins January 25 Spring begins March 15

JUNIOR CLASSES QUICK START TENNIS

(Fees are for 6 weeks) MARCH 16 - MAY 3 (6 WEEKS) (No Classes April 6-12)

CLASS

DAY

TIME

AGES

COST

5 – 12 YEAR OLDS BEGINNERS/ADVANCED BEGINNERS 5+6 years

$60 1 dy/wk $115 2 dys/wk

7+8

$60 1 dy/wk $115 2 dys/wk

5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.

7+8

$60 1 dy/wk $115 2 dys/wk

Monday and/ or Friday

4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.

9 –10 years

$60 1 dy/wk $115 2 dys/wk

Saturday

10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

9 –12 years

Future Stars II

MON and/or FRI

5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.

9-10 years

Future Stars III

MON and/or FRI

5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

11–12 years

Lil Stars

Shining Stars I Shining Stars II

Future Stars I

MON and/or FRI

3:15 pm.-4:00 p.m.

Saturday

8:45 a.m.–9:30 a.m.

Tuesday and/ or Thursday

4:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Saturday

9:30 a.m.–10:30 a.m.

Tuesday and/ or Thursday

$60 1 dy/wk $115 2 dys/wk

ELITE 8 & U and ELITE 10 & U – RISING ACADEMY Shining Stars Elite

MON and FRI

3:15 p.m.-4:30 p.m.

8& Under

$150 2 dys/wk

Future Stars Elite

TUES and THURS

3:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m.

10 & Under

$180 2 dys/wk

TEENS – BEGINNER and INTERMEDIATE Beginner Teen Tennis

Sunday

1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

13–17 years

$60 1 dy/wk

Intermediate Teen Tennis

Sunday

2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

13–17 years

$90 1 dy/wk

NEW! DIRECT FROM SCHOOL – Ride the bus to tennis at HCM!

12

4th Grade Future Stars

Tuesday and/ or Thursday

3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

4th Grade

5th Grade Future Stars

Tuesday and / or Thursday

3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

5th Grade

$60 1 dy/wk $115 2 dys/wk

Tennis For Life ACADEMY PROGRAM Begins March 16. Visit www.tennisforlife.net for a complete Academy Program schedule and fees or call 706-769-2954 CLASS

DAY

TIME

AGES

Pre-Academy (12 & U)

MON and FRI

4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

11-12 years

Junior Academy

MON and FRI

4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

13-17 years

Tennis Academy

TUES and THURS

5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

13-14 years

TATT

TUES and THURS

5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

14–17 years

ADULT PROGRAM March 15 – April 26. No class April 12 CLASS

DAY

TIME

COST

USA Tennis Step I

Sunday

2:00 p.m. – 3:15 p.m.

$55*/6 wks special price!

USA Tennis Step 2

Sunday

3:15 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

$75/6 weeks

USA Tennis Step 3

Sunday

4:30 p.m. – 5:45 p.m.

$75/6 weeks

USA Tennis Step 2/3

Friday

10:30-11:45 a.m.

$75/6 weeks

Men’s Coupon Clinic

Monday

6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

$84/6 coupons

50+ Coupon Clinic

Wednesday

9:00 a.m. -10:30 a.m.

$84/6 coupons

Women’s Coupon Clinic

Sunday

3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

$84/6 coupons

13

Parks Bogart Sports Complex

Facility Supervisor: Tony Lathrup Email: tlathrup@oconee.ga.us Physical Address: 200 S. Burson Street, Bogart, GA 30622 Bogart Sports Complex is a 33 acre park located behind the Bogart Library at 200 South Burson/Thompson Street. There are six lighted baseball and multipurpose fields, a half mile paved walking trail, a picnic pavilion and two playgrounds.

Rental Fees:

Damage/Cleanup deposit......................................................... $100 Picnic Pavilion...........................................................$15 per 2 hours Softball and Baseball Fields.....................$20 per hour per field Softball/Baseball Tournament.................................... Call for fees Field Lights................................$15 per hour per field surcharge

Herman C. Michael Park

Facility Supervisor: Tony Lathrup Email: tlathrup@oconee.ga.us Physical Address: 1051 Elder Road, Bishop, GA 30621 Phone number: 706-769-3966 Office Hours: Monday – Friday: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Herman C. Michael Park is a 37 acre park. The park has three lighted softball fields, four lighted tennis courts, one gymnasium with full basketball court, 2 volleyball courts, outdoor lighted basketball courts, soccer/multi-use field, playground, picnic shelter and a 1.25 mile paved walking trail.

Rental Fees:

Damage/Cleanup deposit..........................................................$100 Gymnasium.....................................................................$30 per hour Gym Activity Room.......................................................$20 per hour Picnic Pavilion........................................................... $20 per 2 hours Softball, Multipurpose Field, and Baseball fields.$20 per hour Softball/Baseball Tournament.................................... Call for fees Tennis Courts.............................................. $18 per hour per court Field/Court Lights.......$15 per hour per field/court surcharge

Heritage Park

Facility Supervisor: Tony Lathrup Email: tlathrup@oconee.ga.us Physical Address: 2543 Macon Highway, Watkinsville, GA 30677 Heritage Park is 364 acres of natural resources with woods and creeks, bordered by the Appalachee River. The large open air arena at Heritage Park was created with agricultural and special events in mind. The feeder barn has thirty-one stalls and a small show arena. There are separate wash racks for animal shows, rodeos and other large events.

The park is conveniently located in Farmington on Highway 441, seven miles south of downtown Watkinsville and ten miles north of downtown Madison. Call 706-769-3965 for rental fees based on your next event.

14

DISC Golf Course “The HERM”

Our 18 hole course is open to the public during park hours.

Parks

Walking Trails

All of our parks have walking trails for everyone to enjoy.

Herman C. Michael, Bogart Sports Complex and Oconee Veterans Park have paved walking paths. Trails at Heritage Park are open for seasoned hikers, mountain bike riders and/or horseback riders. Check our website for trail maps.

Picnic Shelters Oconee Veterans Park Facility Supervisor: Drew Torok Email: dtorok@oconee.ga.us

Physical Address: 3500A Hog Mountain Road, Watkinsville, GA 30677 Phone Number: 706-769-3965 Office Hours: Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Community Center Hours: Monday – Friday: 7 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Saturday 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. and Sunday: 1 - 9 p.m.

Three shelters are available which can be rented for your next party or event! Locations for the shelters are: Herman C. Michael Park, Oconee Veterans Park, and Bogart Sports Complex. Call (706) 769-3965 for rental information and to schedule your event.

Check out our Rotary Picnic Shelters at Oconee Veterans Park! Rotary Picnic shelters are available on a first come basis.

The 34,000 square foot community center is open with meeting space for community use, indoor walking track and fitness area, and a gymnasium. It houses the administrative offices for the department. In addition, the 197 acre park offers outdoor walking trails, tennis courts, soccer fields, baseball fields, Bark Park and a picnic shelter.

Rental Fees:

Picnic Pavilion..........................................................$35 per 2 hours Baseball/Softball Field............................. $20 per hour per field Soccer Field................. $35 per hour per field or $150 per day Multipurpose Field.... $20 per hour per field or $100 per day Softball/Baseball Tournament...................................Call for fees Tennis Courts............................................ $18 per hour per court Field/Court Lights.....$15 per hour per field/court surcharge Meeting Rooms...............................................................Call for fees

Herman C. Michael Park

Oconee Veterans Park

NEED PICTURE ROTARY GO BA

Bogart Sports Complex

Oconee Veterans Park – Rotary Pavilions

Bark Park

Visit the park during daylight hours to Get Out and Get Active with your dog!

15

Get Out & Get Active Oconee County Parks and Recreation Department

Bogart Sports Complex

78

316 10

Oconee Veterans Park 53

Herman C. Michael Park 186

OCONEE 15 441

Heritage Park

www.oconeecounty.com/ocprd