Oconee Recreation Activity Guide Spring 2019

OCONEE COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT

ACTIVITY GUIDE

SPRING 2019 WWW.OCONEECOUNTY.COM/OCPRD

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General Information

ACTIVITY GUIDE

February – May 2019 www.oconeecounty.com/ocprd

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.

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF 4-5

Youth Soccer Leagues

Lisa Davol, Director Email: ldavol@oconee.ga.us Whitney Sperlik, Deputy Director Email: wsperlik@oconee.ga.us

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Youth Instructional Programs

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

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After School Programs

Tony Lathrup, Parks Manager Email: tlathrup@oconee.ga.us Andy Dunston, HCM Facility Supervisor Email: adunston@oconee.ga.us Joan Postero, HCM Office Assistant Email: jpostero@oconee.ga.us

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Summer Day Camps

Pat Sebring, OVP Facility Supervisor Email: psebring@oconee.ga.us Cindy Hardigree, OVP Office Assistant Email: chardigree@oconee.ga.us

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Adult Programs

RECREATION Brent Sexton, Recreation Manager Email: bsexton@oconee.ga.us

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Special Events

Victoria Zeman, Senior Athletic Program Coordinator Email: vzeman@oconee.ga.us Daniel Cochran, Athletic Program Coordinator Email: dcochran@oconee.ga.us Tyler Hartzog, Athletic Program Coordinator Email: thartzog@oconee.ga.us

Tennis for Life

Fitness & Walking Trails

Parks

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Chase Brown, Youth Program Coordinator Email: cbrown@oconee.ga.us The Parks and Recreation Department office and Community Center will be closed for the following holidays: MLK Day: Monday, January 21 Memorial Day: Monday, May 27 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.

GENERAL INFORMATION Online Only Registration begins Monday, January 28 Payment We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express payments. Cash not accepted. Payee will be responsible for paying debit/credit card convenience fees.

Out of County Out of County residents pay 150% of program fee.

Programs Refund Policy No refunds or credits will be granted unless requested by program registration deadline. If request is made by program registration deadline, 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. Registration convenience fees and out of county fees are non-refundable.

Security Policy 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.

REGISTER ONLINE! All activities fill on a first come, first serve basis. Most of our activities have limited enrollment, so register early! It is easy, quick and convenient! Register for activities 24/7 through your family account.

Go to register.communitypass.net/ OconeeCounty  Create and update your family account information  Click on “Register Now!” icon  Search for desired Season / Activity  Payment must be completed at the time of registration  Confirmation receipts are emailed upon registration. Ensure you have a current email for your account.  Thank you for using our online registration! 

Need help? Call the OCPRD office at 706-769-3965 Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

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.

Rain Out Alerts

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.

For current inclement weather cancellations or closures, call 706-769-3965; select option 2.

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YOUTH SOCCER LEAGUES Under 6 – Under 8 Soccer Program Coordinator: Daniel Cochran Email: dcochran@oconee.ga.us A fun focused soccer league that promotes each player getting as many touches on the ball as possible, developing fundamental skills with each touch! Score is not kept, and coaches serve as referees to create a non-competitive environment for the players. Each team will have one weekday and one Saturday activity (practice or game).

Season Timeline Parents Contacted: First Team Practices: League Games Begin: Spring Break: End of Regular Season:

Thursday, March 7 Saturday, March 9 Week of March 25 April 1 – April 5 (no activity) Week of May 6*

*All dates subject to change pending rainouts and cancellations.

League may see activity on Friday for make-up games.

Registration Deadline: Friday, February 22 or until full Ages: 4-7 years old Age Control Date: April 1, 2019 (Must be 4 years old by April 1) Days: U6 Boys: Monday OR Thursday AND Saturday U6 Girls: Monday OR Thursday AND Saturday U8 Boys: Monday OR Tuesday AND Saturday U8 Girls: Thursday AND Saturday Location: OCMS Micro Fields & OVP Fee: In County Fee: $80 per player Out of County Fee: $120 per player

VOLUNTEER COACHES NEEDED OCPRD relies on the commitment of hundreds of volunteers to ensure our youth athletic programs are successful season to season. From the soccer field to the basketball court, you can make a difference in the Oconee County community.

Youth Soccer Coach Commitment

Coach Requirements and Dates

U6–U8 Leagues • Two – One hour activities a week • Serve as referee during games • Eight game regular season • No post season

Requirements: • Register as a coach on Community Pass • Complete and pass an online criminal history background check • Complete free online concussion training course • Complete the NYSCA Coach Training

U10–U15 Leagues • Practice length depends on age group • Certified referees for games • Eight game regular season • Post-season jamboree OR tournament

Youth Soccer Rule Clinics (Attend One): • Wednesday, February 20 at 6:30 p.m.

• Thursday, February 28 at 6:30 p.m.

Volunteer Coach Clinic (required): • Thursday, March 7 at 6:30 p.m.

NYSCA (Attend One): • Wednesday, March 6 at 6:15 p.m.

• Wednesday, March 13 at 6:15 p.m.

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YOUTH SOCCER LEAGUES Under 10 – Under 15 Soccer Leagues Program Coordinator: Victoria Zeman Email: vzeman@oconee.ga.us Competitive recreational soccer league for all levels. Each team will average one (1) weeknight and one (1) Saturday activity (practice or game) throughout the season.

Youth Soccer Season Timeline

Registration Deadline: Friday, February 22 or until full Ages: 8-14 years old Age Control Date: April 1, 2019 (age on date determines league placement) Days: Monday/Tuesday/Thursday AND Saturday Season: March - May Location: Oconee Parks & School Facilities Fee: In County Fee: $90 per player Out of County Fee: $135 per player

Player Evaluations: Volunteer Coach Clinic: Coaches Contact Parents: First Team Practices: League Games Begin: Spring Break: End of Regular Season: U10 Jamboree Games: Under 12 – Under 15 Tournaments Begin:

March 2 –5 (see below) Thursday, March 7 at 6:30pm Thursday, March 7 Saturday, March 9 Week of March 25 April 1 – April 5 (no activity) Week of May 6* Week of May 13* Week of May 13*

*All dates subject to change pending rainouts and cancellations. League may see activity extend past the end of the Oconee County School year or on Friday for make-up games.

League

Practice Days*

Player Evaluation Date/Time

Under 10 Boys

Monday/Saturday

Saturday, March 2nd at OVP | ALL at 10:00 a.m.

Under 10 Boys

Tuesday/Saturday

Saturday, March 2nd at OVP | ALL at 10:30 a.m.

Under 10 Girls

Thursday/Saturday

Saturday, March 2nd at OVP | Last name A-K at 11:30 a.m.; L-Z at 12:00 p.m.

Under 12 Boys

Monday/Saturday

Monday, March 4th at OVP | Last name A-K at 6:00 p.m.; L-Z at 6:30 p.m.

Under 12 Girls

Thursday/Saturday

Monday, March 4th at OVP | ALL at 6:15 p.m.

Under 15 Boys

Monday or Tuesday or Thursday AND Saturday

Tuesday, March 5th at OVP | ALL at 6:00 p.m.

Under 15 Girls

Monday or Tuesday or Thursday AND Saturday

Tuesday, March 5th at OVP | ALL at 6:15 p.m.

High School Intramural Soccer Program Coordinator: Daniel Cochran Email: dcochran@oconee.ga.us Competitive coed recreational soccer league for high school students within Oconee County. Recruit your friends and form your team; each team must have at least two females.

Maximum 12 teams in the league.

Registration Deadline: Friday, March 8 Manager Meeting: Tuesday, March 12 at 6:15 p.m. at Oconee Veterans Park Team Registration: Monday, January 28 – Friday, March 1

Individual Registration: Friday, March 1 – Friday, March 8 Ages: 14 – 18 (Must be a high school student within Oconee County) Season: March 27 – May 15* Days: Wednesdays and Sundays Location: Oconee Parks Fee: In County Fee: $90 per player Out of County Fee: $135 per player

*All dates subject to change pending rainouts and cancellations. League may see activity extend past the end of the Oconee County School year or on Friday for make-up games.

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YOUTH INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS Volleyball Program Coordinator: Pat Sebring Email: psebring@oconee.ga.us Volleyball Session I This program is designed for the young athlete who wants to build a foundation in volleyball. Players will learn the basics of passing, setting, spiking, digging and play games. At the end of the program we expect all the players to have a basic knowledge of volleyball skills and how the game is played.

Registration Deadline: Friday, March 8 Ages: 8-11 years old Dates: March 12 – May 9 (16 sessions) NO Session on April 2 and April 4 Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays Times: 6:00-7:00 p.m.

Location: Oconee Veterans Park Gym Fee: In County Fee: $85 Out of County Fee: $127.50

Volleyball Session II Program for novice to intermediate players that dives deeper into the basic skills and also play games. At the end of the program we expect each player to have learned all the necessary skills capable of playing in any position.

Registration Deadline: Friday, March 8 Ages: 12-14 years old Dates: March 12 – May 9 (16 sessions) NO Session on April 2 and April 4 Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays Times: 7:15-8:15 p.m.

Location: Oconee Veterans Park Gym Fee: In County Fee: $85 Out of County Fee: $127.50

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YOUTH INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMS Recreational Advanced Development (RAD) Soccer This program is open to boys and girls and designed to provide enhanced skills development through instructional drills (dribbling, shooting, receiving, and gamesmanship).

Licensed coaches will teach each player the mechanics of the game through individual drills and small sided games.

This is a supplemental program to our recreational soccer league. Participants should still register for the recreation soccer league to be on a team for game play.

Registration Deadline: Friday, March 15

Junior RAD Soccer Ages: Days: Times: Dates: Location: Fee:

7-10 years old Wednesdays 5:00 – 6:00 p.m.

March 20 – May 1 (6 sessions) NO Session April 3 Oconee Veterans Park In County Fee: $110 Out of County Fee: $165

Senior RAD Soccer Ages: Days: Times: Dates: Location: Fee:

11-13 years old Wednesdays 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.

March 20 – May 1 (6 sessions) NO Session April 3 Oconee Veterans Park In County Fee: $160 Out of County Fee: $240

PARENT REQUIREMENT PAYS Coordinator: Joan Postero Email: jpostero@oconee.ga.us In order for your child to participate in any competitive youth activity, at least one parent must be a current member of the Parents Association of Youth Sports (PAYS). To fulfill the requirement follow the steps below: 1.

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Go to https://www.nays.org/paysonline/how-itworks.cfm and click “Get Started” Contact Information: Complete contact info, then click “Next” Select League/Agency Affiliation: Click “Yes”, select “Oconee County Pks & Rec Dept” and then click “Next” Payment Information: NO PAYMENT OR DONATION REQUIRED, simply click “Confirm” Confirmation: Click “Process” Thank You for Registering page appears, click “Next” Click “Start PAYS Course” Click on video to begin course.

Answer required course questions to complete.

Sticks for Kids Golf Program Program Coordinator: Andy Dunston Email: adunston@oconee.ga.us An exciting golf activity for the beginning golfer, which will provide basic instruction for boys and girls. Program is supported by the National Parks and Recreation Association.

Registration Deadline: Ages: Days: Times: Dates: Location: Fee:

Friday, April 5 7-12 years old Mondays and Wednesdays 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

April 8-May 15 (12 sessions) A&F Driving Range, Elder Rd. In County Fee: $135 Out of County Fee: $202.50

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AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS Program Coordinator: Chase Brown Email: cbrown@oconee.ga.us

After School in the Schools Looking for a fun and exciting opportunity for your child to participate in once classes have concluded for the day?

The After School Program is the perfect program for your kids! In a safe and secure environment, the After School Program provides traditional and nontraditional games and activities, arts and crafts, a study program, and enjoyable special events! A daily snack is provided to all participants.

Participants must attend Dove Creek Elementary, High Shoals Elementary, or Rocky Branch Elementary to attend.

Registration is online only.

Grades: Time: Locations:

Fee:

Kindergarten – 5th grade After School (2:30 p.m.) – 6:00 p.m.

Dove Creek Elementary High Shoals Elementary Rocky Branch Elementary Full Time: $70 per week, per child for 5 days of care.

Flex: $45 per week, per child for 3 days of care.

OCPRD After School in the Schools has partnered with our local 4-H organization to host special events throughout the school year including Science and Performing Arts presentations, a Poverty simulation, and yoga sessions (as seen above).

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All Day Camps All Day Camps are available to Oconee County elementary students to attend on specific days when school is not in session. They will experience a day full of games and activities, arts and crafts, and special events! Snacks are provided but participants must bring a sack lunch.

Registration is held online and students must be preregistered in order to attend the camp.

2019 All Day Camps: • February 18 • March 11 • April 1–5 (Spring Break $30 per day or $120 for the week) Grades: Time: Location: Fee:

Kindergarten – 5th grade 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Herman C. Michael Park $30 per day, per participant

SUMMER DAY CAMP Summer Day Camp & Teen Extreme: A Travel through Time Program Coordinator: Chase Brown Email: cbrown@oconee.ga.us Looking for summer activities full of enormous amounts of fun for your children? Well look no further! Have your children spend the summer with us traveling through time, from the prehistoric ages to back to the future! Awesome field trips, cooling off at the pool, arts and crafts, and plenty of sports activities are some of the opportunities offered to your children!

Online Registration Begins: Monday, April 15 Weekly Sessions: May 20 – July 26 Times: 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Fee: $120 per week, per child

First week payment due in full at time of

registration and $30 per week, per child

non-refundable deposit due at registration

for additional weeks attending. Payments

will only be accepted online via Community

Pass portal.

Balances Due: Friday preceding weekly

session enrolled.

The REC

Eligibility: Resident of Oconee County.

Participant must be 6 years old by

September 1, 2018 or will complete

kindergarten during the 2018-2019 school year.

Location: Herman C. Michael Park

Teen Extreme Eligibility: Resident of Oconee County.

Participant must have completed

6th grade by the start of camp.

Participants must be 14 years or younger.

Location: Oconee Veterans Park

Online Registration January 1 - 27

Come Play With Us! Oconee County Little League offers a fun and exciting environment on and off the field, whether your child is a first-time player or a veteran athlete.

REGISTER TODAY!

Onsite Registration January 26

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Opening Day March 16 First-Time and Veteran Players Welcome Coaches and Sponsors Needed Follow Us

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ADULT PROGRAMS Adult Softball Leagues

HATHA YOGA

Program Coordinator: Tyler Hartzog Email: thartzog@oconee.ga.us

Program Coordinator: Pat Sebring Email: psebring@oconee.ga.us

Play ball! Time to break out the bat, ball, and glove to participate in our recreational league – friend groups, businesses, and churches are all welcome. Season format is an eight game regular season followed by a single seeded elimination tournament. Leagues with less than four (4) teams will be combined. Team Registration Forms are available online. Team manager must be an Oconee County Resident.

Certified Hatha Yoga Teacher: Celia Brooks

Team Registration Deadline:

Individual Online Registration Period: Leagues:

Manager Meeting:

Season: Location: Fee:

Thursday, March 7 (first come, first serve or until full) January 28 – Game 3 Men’s Church - Tuesdays Men’s Open – Thursdays Co-Ed – Thursdays Thursday, March 7, 2019 at 6:15 p.m. at Oconee Veterans Park March 21 – June 13* Oconee Veterans Park $540, due at time of registration

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 the perfect class for beginners as well as those with some experience in yoga. Participants should provide their own yoga mat and 1-2 firm blankets.

Wednesdays – February 6, 2019 Days: Times: Dates:

Location: Fee:

Registration Deadline:

Wednesdays 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.

February 6-February 27 (4 sessions) Oconee Veterans Park In County Fee: $50 Out of County Fee: $75 Monday, February 4

Wednesday – March 13, 2019 Days: Times: Dates:

Location: Fee:

Registration Deadline:

Wednesdays 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.

March 13-April 24 (6 sessions) NO CLASS APRIL 3 Oconee Veterans Park In County Fee: $72 Out of County Fee: $108 Monday, March 11

Wednesdays – May 1, 2019 Days: Times: Dates: Location: Fee:

Registration Deadline:

Wednesdays 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.

May 1-May 22 (4 sessions) Oconee Veterans Park In County Fee: $50 Out of County Fee: $75 Monday, April 29

Wednesday – June 5, 2019 Days: Times: Dates: Location: Fee:

Registration Deadline:

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Wednesdays 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.

June 5-June 26 (4 sessions) Oconee Veterans Park In County Fee: $50 Out of County Fee: $75 Monday, June 3

SPECIAL EVENTS Touch a Truck – FREE Program Coordinator: Chase Brown Email: cbrown@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 other heavy duty vehicles will be a part of the event. Each vehicle will be staffed with a trained operator. Lots of other fun family activities will be offered like bouncy houses, face painting, and raffle items.

Date: Time: Location:

Saturday, March 9 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Heritage Park

Pitch, Hit, Run – FREE Program Coordinator: Andy Dunston Email: adunston@oconee.ga.us The Oconee County Parks and Recreation Department in conjunction with Major League Baseball and Scotts, 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.

Ages: Date: Time: Location:

7-14 years old April 27 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Bogart Sports Complex

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Oconee 4th of July Fireworks – FREE Program Coordinator: Whitney Sperlik Email: wsperlik@oconee.ga.us Date: Time: Location:

Thursday, July 4 9:30 p.m.

Epps Bridge Centre

Seeking community sponsors for event.

Please contact 706-769-3965.

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TENNIS FOR LIFE Tennis Coordinator: Stacey Venker Email: stacey@tennisforlife.net Phone: 706-769-2954 Office hours: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday – 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.

To sign-up online or for more information: visit www.tennisforlife.net or call our office during office hours.

CHILDREN’S CLASSES QUICKSTART TENNIS (Fees are for 6 weeks) MAR 11 – APRIL 28 (6 WEEKS) (No classes 3/30-4/5) 5-12 yr olds - BEGINNER/ADVANCED BEGINNER CLASS Li’l Stars Shining Stars Future Stars I Future Stars II Future Stars III

DAY(S)

TIME

AGES

MON and/or FRI

3:15 – 4:00 p.m.

SATURDAY

8:45 – 9:30 a.m.

TUES and/or THURS

4:00 – 5:00 p.m.

SATURDAY

9:30 – 10:30 a.m.

MON and/or FRI

4:00 – 5:00 p.m.

9-10 years

SATURDAY

10:30 – 11:30 a.m.

9-12 years 9-10 years

MON and/or FRI

5:00 – 6:00 p.m.

TUES and/or THURS

5:00 – 6:00 p.m.

SATURDAY

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

COST

5+6 years

7+8 years $69 - 1 day/week $132 - 2 days/week

11-12 years

Beginner Teen Tennis

SATURDAY

10:00 – 11:00 a.m.

13-17 years

Intermediate Teen Tennis

SATURDAY

11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

13-17 years

$98 - 1 day/week

ACADEMY PROGRAM MARCH 11 – MAY 10 (No classes 4/1 – 4/5) CLASS

DAY(S)

TIME

AGES

COST

Shining Stars-Elite

MON and FRI

3:15 – 4:30 p.m.

8&U

$224

Future Stars-Elite

TUES and THURS

3:30 – 5:00 p.m.

10 & U

$265

Pre-Academy (12&U)

MON and FRI

4:30 – 6:00 p.m.

11-12 yrs

$265

Junior Academy

TUES and THURS

5:00 – 6:30 p.m.

13-17 yrs

$265

Tennis Academy

TUES and THURS

5:00 – 6:30 p.m.

13-14 yrs

$265

TATT

MON and WED

6:00 – 7:30 p.m.

14-17 yrs

$265

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TENNIS FOR LIFE Tennis Coordinator: Stacey Venker Email: stacey@tennisforlife.net Phone: 706-769-2954 Office hours: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday – 1:00 – 5:00 p.m.

To sign-up online or for more information: visit www.tennisforlife.net or call our office during office hours.

ADULT PROGRAM CLASS

DAY(S)

TIME

COST

USA Tennis Step 1

Sunday

2:00 – 3:15 p.m.

$59/6 wks

USA Tennis Step 2

Sunday

3:15 – 4:30 p.m.

$79/6 wks

USA Tennis Step 3

Sunday

4:30 – 5:45 p.m.

$79/6 wks

Men’s Coupon Clinic

Monday (beg Mar 11)

7:30 – 9:00 p.m.

$88/6 coupons

50+ Coupon Clinic

Wednesday

10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

$88/6 coupons

Women’s Coupon Clinic

Thursday (beg Mar 14)

7:00 – 8:30 p.m.

$88/6 coupons

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FITNESS & WALKING TRAILS

Fitness Center

Indoor Track and Gymnasium The indoor track and gymnasium at Oconee Veterans Park Community Center requires an annual membership fee for use. Members must be Oconee County residents. Please check our website for the current open gymnasium calendar or call 706-769-3965; select option 3.

Open Gymnasium ONLY Membership (Ages 12 and 13) Membership is for Oconee County residents ages 12 – 13 years old. Allows use of the gym during open gym hours. Children under 12 do not require a membership but must be accompanied by a parent/ guardian with a current membership.

(Ages 14 and up) The Fitness Center 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 for Oconee County residents ages 14 and up and required for use of the exercise equipment and facility. Members ages 14-15 require adult supervision.

Fitness Membership Fees $40/per person, per quarter or $120/per person, per year

Fitness Center Hours Monday – Friday Saturday Sunday

7:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

1:00 – 9:00 p.m.

Fee: $5 per person, per year

Indoor Track / Gymnasium Membership (Ages 14 and up) Membership is for Oconee County residents ages 14 years old and up. Allows walkers/joggers use of the indoor walking track and the gym during open gym hours all year.

Fee: $5 per person, per year (14-59 years old) Fee: FREE per person, per year (60+ years old)

Community Center Hours: Monday – Friday Saturday Sunday

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7:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

1:00 – 9:00 p.m.

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.

PARKS

Bogart Sports Complex

Herman C. Michael Park

200 S. Burson Avenue Bogart, GA 30622

1051 Elder Road Bishop, GA 30621

Facility Supervisor: Andy Dunston Email: adunston@oconee.ga.us Phone number: 706-769-3965

Facility Supervisor: Andy Dunston Email: adunston@oconee.ga.us Phone number: 706-769-3965 Office Hours: Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Heritage Park

Oconee Veterans Park

2543 Macon Highway Watkinsville, GA 30677

3500A Hog Mountain Road Watkinsville, GA 30677

Facility Supervisor: Andy Dunston Email: adunston@oconee.ga.us Phone number: 706-769-3965

Facility Supervisor: Pat Sebring Email: psebring@oconee.ga.us Phone Number: 706-769-3965 Office Hours: Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. – 5 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.

Picnic Shelters 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! These shelters are available on a first come basis.

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Bogart Sports Complex

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Oconee Veterans Park 53

Herman C. Michael Park 186

OCONEE 15 441

Heritage Park

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