Fall/Winter 2014-2015 MOSAIC Program Directory

The Manassas Park

MOSAIC

• Dance Classes • Swim Lessons • Babysitter Training • Crafts • Athletics • Book Club • Zumba® • Cooking Class • Kick Ball • Communication Classes • Culinary Classes • Senior Potlucks A Directory of Programs and Activities Fall/Winter 2014-2015

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About Us ...................................................p.2 Facility Rentals ..........................................p.3 Parks and Facilities ....................................p.4 Membership Rates ....................................p.6 Fitness and Personal Training .....................p.8 Swim Lessons ...........................................p.10 Aquatics Information .................................p.12 Preschool Programs ..................................p.14 School Aged Summer Camps...................p.16 Teen Programs & Summer Camps...............p.22 Adult Programs............................................p.26 Senior Programs...........................................p.33 Therapeutic Programs ..................................p.36 Special Events .............................................p.37

Community Center Hours: Monday - Friday: 6:00 am - 10:00 pm Saturday: 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Sunday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Business Hours: Monday - Friday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm All Parks Open Daily Dawn until Dusk. * Pools will close 1/2 hour prior to the building closing.

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The Department of Parks and Recreation is committed to providing a variety of high quality, diverse leisure opportunities, foster our city’s parks and natural resources, and support the individual growth and well being of our citizens.

As we continue Shaping the FutureÂŽ, we welcome and encourage citizens to contact the Business Office at 703.335.8872 with suggestions or submit your comments online at www. manassasparkcommunitycenter.com.

As always, thank you for your continued support of the Parks and Recreation Department.

dignitaries &

our

staff community partners

MAYOR The Honorable Frank Jones

VICE MAYOR The Honorable Bryan Polk

GOVERNING BODY Preston Banks Donald Shuemaker Keith Miller Suhas Naddoni Jeanette Rishell

PARKS AND RECREATION ADVISORY COMMISSION David Coates Martha Collier John Evans Preston Banks Rachel Kirkland Rick Shubert Friday Pamme-George

CITY MANAGER Kimberly L. Alexander

PARKS AND RECREATION DIRECTOR Catherine Morretta

OPERATIONS MANAGER Jay Swisher

AQUATICS SUPERVISOR

The Manassas Park Community Center, designed as a full-service site, is more than just an active recreation facility. Planned with a 50-year mandate, the Community Center serves as a physical resource and functioning contributor to the delivery of human services to the citizens of Manassas Park.

Some of our community partners include: • Prince William Chamber of Commerce • The Cooperative Extension • Prince William County Health Department • Calvary Counseling Center • The Child Protective Partnership (CPP) • The Prevention Alliance • Prince William County HeadStart • The ARC of Greater Prince William County, Insight • Alcoholics Anonymous • Area Agency on Aging • Disabilities Services Board • Securing Emergency Resources Through Volunteer Efforts (SERVE) • Department of Juvenile Justice - Prince William County • Family Action Planning Team (FAPT) • Department of Social Services - VIEW Program • Gang Resistance and Intervention Team (G.R.I.T) • Manassas Park City Schools Guidance Department • PWC Community Services • Action in Community Through Service (ACTS/Turning Points) • Voluntary Action Center • George Mason University- Prince William Campus • House of Mercy

Sarah Barnett

RECREATION SUPERVISOR Tony Thomas

MARKETING MANAGER

Through these partnerships the Department of Parks and Recreation is strategically positioned to offer citizens access to services they may not otherwise be able to obtain.

Jennifer Deuterman

99 Adams Street Manassas Park, VA 20111-2395 PH: 703.335.8872 www.ManassasParkCommunityCenter.com

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about

us

Welcome to the City of Manassas Park Department of Parks and Recreation.

The Department of Parks and Recreation is committed to the provision of quality leisure services for the residents of Manassas Park. Over the years, through the many changes the City has endured, the Department of Parks and Recreation has responded to the growing needs of the community by continuing to support the Governing Body’s vision to be the “Premier Northern Virginia Community to live, work, and raise a family”.

POLICIES Registration Registration is on a “first come, first serve basis.” You will only be notified if the class/program is cancelled. Late registrations may be accepted if space is available with no reduction in fee. However, we encourage registering online at www.ManassasParkCommunityCenter.com.

Forms & Fees Each class/program must be accompanied by payment. You may register and pay for classes two ways; either online via our website at www.manassasparkcommunitycenter.com or in person at the Community Center located at 99 Adams Street, Manassas Park, VA 20111. Checks are to be made payable to “City of Manassas Park.” There is a $50 returned check fee for any check returned by the bank.

Cancellations The Department of Parks & Recreation reserves the right to cancel any class/ program which does not meet the minimum enrollment. All programs with insufficient enrollment will be cancelled 5 days prior to the program start date. PLEASE REGISTER EARLY! Non-City Residents Most of the fee based classes/programs are available to non-city residents at an additional fee. Please see the individual class/program for additional information.

Inclement Weather In the event of inclement weather the Department of Parks and Recreation will follow the Local Government cancellation schedule. If classes/programs are cancelled, every attempt will be made to re-schedule the class/program.

Participation The City of Manassas Park, Department of Parks & Recreation, classes/programs/ events/facilities are open to all individuals regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. Every reasonable effort will be made to provide accommodations based on individual need. Please contact the Director prior to the program start date for any additional assistance. If assistance is required for the hearing impaired please call Virginia Relay Center at 1.800.828.1140. *The Mosaic is a supplementary document of the Department’s Active Net, an online directory and registration process for our programs, which you can visit at www.ManassasParkCommunityCenter.com. All times and programs are subject to change. Visit us online for more the most current information.

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Parks and Recreation

committees

We need your help in “Shaping the Future.” The Department of Parks and Recreation is seeking citizens of all backgrounds and interests to help guide our services. Member representation is on a volunteer basis, so if you are interested, we would love to hear from you!

Health and Wellness Committee Help us work to combat childhood obesity, promote healthy living, and encourage active aging on a citywide scale. Charged with raising awareness and addressing health and wellness issues, we are seeking dynamic citizens to help us achieve these goals.

Skate Park Committee We are building a Skate Park! We need help with design and fundraising! If you are between the ages of 12 and 18 years old and want to get involved, give us a call. If you are over 18 years old, we need your help too – so get in touch with us today!

Special Events Committee This committee assists staff in the planning, marketing, fundraising, coordination, and implementation of 29 special events hosted by the Department of Parks and Recreation.

Membership Committee Committed to customer service excellence, this committee is focused on Community Center membership specials, promotions, hospitalities, member retention, and appreciation through opportunities, events and programs. Your participation on this committee will assist us in keeping customer satisfaction our number one priority.

facility

rentals Whether you are planning a wedding, birthday party, throwing a baby shower, or hosting a company conference, the Manassas Park Community Center offers the greatest amenities to transform your vision into a reality. This facility offers the kind of versatility that makes it possible for you and your guests to have a successful and memorable occasion.

No event is too big or too small. With 11 multi-purpose rooms, a 20,000 Sq. Ft. hardwood floor gymnasium, a certified indoor pool, a beautifully appointed banquet hall and a commercial kitchen for catering up to 230 guests, this State-of-the-Art Community Center offers its finest to residents and non-residents alike. The City of Manassas Park Department of Parks and Recreation works with a variety of local businesses that can assist you in handling any details for your function. We can also provide you with a list of preferred caterer’s to fulfill your needs and accommodate any budget.

We invite you to come in and take a tour of our facility and visualize how it can fit the needs for your upcoming event. The staff of the Department of Parks and Recreation provides quality services that are responsive to each individual’s needs. For additional information please feel free to contact us at 703.335.8872.

Banquet Hall Accommodations • 3,480 Sq. Ft. • 230 Round Seating • 400 Chairs (Lecture Style) Banquet Hall (A or B) • 115 Round Seating • 200 Chairs (Lecture Style) *Caterers’ Kitchen available for use with Banquet Hall Facilities. *Pre-function and patio areas available for the Banquet Hall Facilities.

Kitchen Accommodations • 1,082 Sq. Ft. Features: • Stove, Convection Ovens, Warming Ovens, Ice Machine and Stainless Steel Tables • (2) Entrances for Concurrent Events

Multi-Purpose Room Accommodations • 30 Round Seating • 50 Chairs (Lecture Style)

EVENT INFORMATION Types of Events: • Birthday Parties • Corporate Events • Special Events • Catering • Picnics • Wedding Receptions • Anniversary Parties • Baby Showers • Engagement Parties • Cultural Events • Athletic Events • Ceremonies • Retreats • Luncheons • Conventions

Conference Room Accommodations • 15 Chairs (Conference Style)

Gymnasium Accommodations • Whole Gym 1000 people • ½ Gym 500 People • ¼ Gym 50 People *Bleachers are available with whole and ½ gym rentals.

Party Room Accommodations • 15 Chairs (Tables & Chairs)

Special Events • Pricing Available Upon Request *Youth groups, lock-ins, conferences & whole facility rentals.

Other Accommodations • Ample free parking • Audio and visual capabilities • Round tables, conference tables and chairs

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parks &

facilities Pavilions:

LOCATION

Costello Park

Signal Hill

Information

RENTAL information

Available to Manassas Park Residents Only.

Charcoal grill on site.

There are no tables or chairs at this site.

Accessible Playground No gas grills allowed.

Refundable Deposit: $50.00 Must show proof of residency. *Rate subject to change.

14 Picnic tables - Seats up to 112 One charcoal grill on site.

No alcohol, gas grills, fish fryers.

Moon bounces or tents are not allowed without a permit. Restrooms are available.

Refundable Deposit: $50.00 Hourly Fee: $45/Hr *Rates subject to change.

Ball Fields: LOCATION

Costello Park

Information

RENTAL information

2 Softball Fields and 5 Baseball Fields.

1 Miracle Field 2 Tee Ball Fields Subject to availability seasonally.

Reservation Fee $50.00; Field Usage Fee $50.00 Hourly Fee $50.00 *Rates subject to change.

1 Softball Field and 4 Multi-use Fields.

Reservation Fee $50.00; Field Usage Fee $50.00 Hourly Fee $50.00

Signal Hill

*Rates subject to change.

Pond Area: LOCATION

Signal Hill

Information No alcohol.

No gas grills allowed.

No moon bounces or tents allowed.

RENTAL information 6 Picnic tables on site. (Seats 48) Deposit: $50.00 Hourly Fee: $15.00

Block parks: LOCATION

BrieF Description

Baker Street Park

Features a playground, a covered pavilion and an acre of open space. *Currently closed until further notice, staging area for construction.

Scott Drive Park

Features a playground, a small covered pavilion and open space.

Polk Street Park

Features an outdoor basketball court, a playground, and generous amounts of open space.

These small parks, ranging in size from a quarter acre to one acre, are located in the residential neighborhood of the eastern area of the City and primarily service the residents local to each site.

Block Parks are open year round from 7:30 a.m. until dusk.

All Parks and facilities are open to the public and may be scheduled for specific use through the Parks and Recreation Department at 703.335.8872. Please note, the rental application is a request only, not a guarantee. A Facility Use Application is required for all facility reservations. Special Permits, in addition to the Field Use Application may be required for after hours events, special events, or group use. Payment, if required, must accompany a Facility Use Application. The Department does not accept tentative reservations. Cancellations must be made at least 14 days in advance for shelters and at least 48 hours in advance for other facility reservations in order to receive a refund. Applications are available at the Costello Park Business Office. All rentals are subject to availability and must be booked and paid for 7 days in advance of event. Certain restrictions may apply. Rates are on a ‘per hour’ basis, unless otherwise noted. Deposits are a one time refundable fee, restrictions may apply.

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parks &

facilities DOG PARK

LOCATION

Costello Park

Information The Manassas Park Dog Park features a large and small dog run for your pets to exercise and interact in a safe environment with other dogs.

• Hours: Sunrise to Sunset.

• Dogs must be current on all vaccinations.

• Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the Dog Park.

• For the safety of your dog(s) and other park visitors, choke, prong (pinch) and spike collars are strictly prohibited. If you use these types of collars, remove them before entering the park.

• No Children under the age of 16 are permitted unless accompanied by an adult. Children have a tendency to scream and run when excited, which can trigger a dog’s prey drive or natural instinct to chase. For this reason and for the safety of your children, we do not recommend bringing small children and infants into the dog park.

• Aggressive dogs are not permitted on the premises. Dogs must be removed at the first sign of aggression.

• Female dogs in heat are prohibited from entering the park.

• Dog owners must be in the park and within view of their dogs at all times.

• All off-leash dogs must be under voice control of their owners. If you can not control your dog off leash, keep your pet leashed at all times.

• Dog owners must keep their leash in hand at all times.

• Please do not bring dog food into the park.

• Owner must clean up dog feces. Seal waste in the provided plastic bags before disposing in designated receptacles.

• Fill any holes your dog digs.

• Proof of a current rabies vaccination and license is required upon request of a police or animal control officer. Tags may serve as proof.

• Failure to abide by the park rules may result in loss of privileges or owners may be ticketed.

• Use of Dog Park is at owners and pets risk. *Park occasionally closed during normal hours for maintenance.

HISTORICAL SITES: LOCATION

The Conner House Signal Hill Monument

BrieF Description

A nationally registered historical site, this antebellum stone house, circa 1855, is located in the central region of the City, in view of city hall. The Conner House is currently being restored and is not open to the general public.

A nationally registered historical landmark, 13-acre monument site is located in the western end of the City, adjacent to Signal Hill Park. Signal Hill is open year round from 7:30 a.m. until dusk.

Camp Carondolet

A nationally registered historical landmark, this 8-acre Civil War encampment is located in the Blooms Crossing subdivision adjacent to Cougar Elementary School. A series of nature trails are available to public year round from 7:30 a.m. until dusk.

The Georgia Cemetery

Included in the Camp Carondelet nomination, is a Civil War cemetery located in the direct vicinity of Camp Carondelet in the Blooms Crossing subdivision. The Georgia Cemetery is available to the general public by permit only.

The Union Mill Trestle

A key structure in the Civil War, is located in the last few remaining acres of the once Union Mill Park near the VRE lot and Generals Ridge Golf Course. This site is not acce

Field Application: Athletic fields and park grounds are available for rental to registered leagues and group users. Cost for permits vary on the type of usage and the duration of the request. All Spring field usage requests are accepted beginning February 1st of each calendar year for a March 15th through July 1st season. All Fall field usage requests are accepted beginning July 1st of each calendar year for an August 1st – November 15th season.

Note: All fields will be assigned by March 15th. Permits will be issued at time of application approval.

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community center

membership rates ALL ACCESS PASSPORT*

Amenities Include: ALL Programs, Wellness Area, Pool & Spa and Gym, access to all land and water group exercise classes, personal training sessions, 1 fitness orientation, 1 fitness assessment. PLUS reduced rates on School Aged Extended Care. *Some Programs require an additional fee. See Sales Representative for details.

ANNUAL RATE

Resident Household Non-Resident Household

$99/Month ($1,188 Annual) $129/Month ($1,548 Annual)

Terms of Enrollment: In order to provide equal enrollment opportunities to all MPCC patrons, please be advised of the following program stipulations for All Access Members. Participants who attend less than half of each respective program for which they are enrolled will be charged a fee of 20% of the original published program price. This fee must be reconciled prior to patron participation in any future programs. MPCC requires advance notice of at least two business days prior to program start date in order to avoid 20% penalty fee. In regards to swim lessons; it is not permissible to sign up for simultaneous sessions. After three consecutive unapproved absences; MPCC reserves the right to remove participant from all future programs for which they are enrolled. The participant may re-enroll; however they will be subject to program waitlists. MPCC reserves the right to remove a member from any program roster once the primary account holder becomes delinquent on their membership or enters into the collections process. Pending space is available; members will be eligible to re-register for programs once their debt is reconciled.

BASIC Membership

Amenities Include: Wellness Area, Pool & Spa and Gym, plus access to all land and water group exercise classes, 1 fitness orientation, 1 fitness assessment and (2) 30min personal training sessions.

ANNUAL RATE

6-MONTH RATE

Resident Single Adult (18-64) Non-Resident Single Adult (18-64)

$45/Month ($540 Annual) $58.50/Month ($702 Annual)

$48.33/Month ($290 6-months) $61.80/Month ($371 6-months)

Resident Dual (Two Adults) Non-Resident Dual (Two Adults)

$65/Month ($780 Annual) $84.50/Month ($1,014 Annual)

$68.33/ Month ($410 6-months) $87.83/Month ($527 6-months)

Resident Family (2 adults & up to 3 dependents)

$85/Month ($1,020 Annual)

$88.33/Month ($530 6-months)

Non-Resident Family (2 adults & up to 3 dependents)

$110.50/Month ($1,326 Annual)

$113.83/Month ($683 6-months)

corporate Membership

Amenities Include: All of the benefits of the Basic Membership.

ANNUAL RATE

PAID IN FULL RATE

Corporate Business (5 Employee minimum)

$30/Month ($360 Annual)

$324 (10% Discount)

Manassas Park Business (5 Employee minimum)

$28.50/Month ($342 Annual)

$308 (10% Discount)

Corporate Business (10 Employee minimum)

$26/Month ($312 Annual)

$281 (10% Discount)

Manassas Park Business (10 Employee minimum)

$24.50/Month ($294 Annual)

$267 (10% Discount)

Corporate Business (15 Employee minimum)

$22/Month ($264 Annual)

$238 (10% Discount)

Manassas Park Business (15 Employee minimum)

$21/Month ($252 Annual)

$226 (10% Discount)

Corporate Business (20 Employee minimum)

$19/Month ($228 Annual)

$205 (10% Discount)

Manassas Park Business (20 Employee minimum)

$18/Month ($216 Annual)

$195 (10% Discount)

3 Month membership*

Amenities Include: All of the benefits of the Basic Membership.

3 MONTH RATE All Residents and Non-Residents

* Membership must be paid in full.

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membership rates TEEN PASSPORT**

Amenities Include: All of the benefits of the Basic Membership as well as access to all of the Teen Programs.

MONTHLY RATE All Teens (12-17)

$20/Month

**Individuals who are above 17 years old and/or currently enrolled in high school with a valid high school ID are eligible for the Teen Passport. To use the Wellness Center, all teens under 16 must complete a weight class. College students are not eligible for this program/membership.

senior passport

Amenities Include: All of the benefits of the Basic Membership as well as access to all Senior Programs.

ANNUAL RATE All Seniors (65+)

$30/YEAR

MANASSAS PARK BUDDY CLUB***

Amenities Include: All of the benefits of the Basic Membership and Monday, Tuesday, Thursday Programs.

MONTHLY RATE All Buddies

$20/Month

***This program is designed to meet the needs of individuals with developmental/cognitive dissabilities. If you have any questions about the program and the level of functioning needed, please contact us for more information at 703.335.8872.

SIGNAL BAY WATERPARK SEASON PASS Rates - Available 12/15-7/15

Amenities Include: Season access to Signal Bay Waterpark. Waterpark features a zero depth entry leisure pool with water cannons, slides, and a lazy river. Showers are made available for citizen convenience.

Waterpark is open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Open weekends only Memorial Day through June 16th from 11:30am-7:30pm. Open Daily June 17th through Labor Day from 11:30am-7:30pm.

BEFORE 3/31

Individuals (Ages 12+) Dual Family of 4 Each Additional

AFTER 3/31

$68 $113 $203 $55

$75 $125 $225 $55

SIGNAL BAY WATERPARK DAIly Rates OVER 43”

UNDER 43”

SENIORS

INFANTS UNDER 12 MOS

Monday - Thursday 11:30a-5p

$6.50

$6.00

$3.00

FREE

Monday-Thursday After 5p

$5.50

$5.00

$2.00

FREE

Friday-Sunday 11:30a-7:30p

$6.50

$6.00

$3.00

FREE

Daily Admission Rates

Hours of Operation

Resident Non-Resident Monday-Friday Youth (2 - 11) $3.00 $5.00 Saturday Teen (12 - 15) $2.00 $2.00 Sunday Adult (16+) $4.00 $5.00 Senior (65+) $2.00 $2.00 Spectator $2.00 $2.00

6am - 10pm 7am - 7pm 10am - 6pm

Pool Hours:

Monday-Friday 7am-9:30pm Saturday 7am-6:30pm Sunday 10am-5:30pm

Monday-Thursday from 6-8pm, only one lane is available for lap swim (Members Only).

Beach entry is closed for swim lessons only.

• Resident is an individual/ family that lives within the City Limits of Manassas Park or pays property taxes to the City.

• Corporate is a business that resides within the City limits of Manassas Park, holds a Manassas Park business license, or has verifiable employment within the City limits.

• Non-Resident is an individual that does not reside or work within the City limits of Manassas Park.

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land & water

group exercise classes

Zumba®

ZUMBA® is a program that fuses Latin and International music and dance themes that create a dynamic, exciting, effective fitness system!

The routines feature aerobic/fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that help to tone and sculpt the body. It provides a mixture of body sculpting movements with easy to follow dance steps.

Aqua Zumba®

Buddy Yoga

This class will focus on the foundations of yoga while providing plenty of modifications for our physically challenged or intellectually disabled adults. *Included in Buddy Club Membership. Drop in rates apply for non-members.

Restorative Aqua

Gentle movements will help increase flexibility, range of motion, and strength.

If you enjoy ZUMBA®, you will be sure to enjoy Zumba in the water.

Zumba utilizes the principles of fitness interval training/resistance training to maximize caloric output, fat burning, and total body toning. It provides a mixture of body sculpting movements with easy to follow dance steps. You do not need to be a swimmer to take this class.

personal

Aquatic Dynamic Movement

We offer experienced and qualified Personal Trainers to meet all of your fitness needs and maximize your fitness potential. Our advanced trainers provide a variety of exciting and diverse fitness programs that ensure client safety, improve individual fitness levels, increase stamina, and enhance your overall sense of well-being. We offer a variety of Individual, partner and group rates. For pricing and information, visit our website.

This class will give a cardio and strength workout at a pace that is moderate. Class is meant to help create healthy individuals. Held in water that is at least 4 ft. deep. You do not need to be a swimmer to take this class.

Senior Strength and Stretch

training

This class is specially designed to help seniors improve their cardiovascular endurance and muscular strength. A variety of aerobic and anaerobic exercises utilizing medicine balls, dumb-bells, exercise bands, and stability balls will be incorporated into this functional, exciting, and low impact class.

Fitness Orientation

Boot Camp

Included in all memberships. Meet privately with one of our certified personal trainers and receive a thorough fitness assessment!

This class is designed for those desiring to increase cardiovascular fitness and increase muscular strength more efficiently. Boot Camp is for the beginner to the advanced enthusiast. Workout in a TEAM environment while challenging yourselves with others to reach your personal fitness goals.

Water Walking

Like any water aerobic exercise, water walking is easy on the joints. The water’s buoyancy supports the body’s weight, which reduces stress on the joints and minimizes pain. Water provides 12 times the resistance of air, so as you walk, you’re really strengthening and building muscle.

Beginner Yoga

This class will cover the fundamentals of yoga poses and breathing techniques. This class will focus on strength and flexibility as well as breathe awareness and relaxation.

Senior Yoga

Included in all memberships. Meet privately with one of our certified personal trainers to discuss your overall fitness goals!

Fitness Assessment

Teen Weight Training

Included in Teen Passport. Instructs teens on how to properly use the strength and cardiovascular equipment within the fitness center.

Sport Specific Speed & Performance Training

This class is designed for individuals, small groups, or teams who are interested in increasing their overall performance on the athletic field through the use of speed and strength training drills and concepts. Get a leg up on the competition by enhancing your overall performance level in the off-season.

Cost: $330/person, $825/small group (2-4), $1,200/team (5+) Duration: Six one hour sessions (one session per week)

connect with us!

This gentle yoga class is for individuals 50 years young and up. Yoga will help to increase mobility, inspire tranquility, and promote an overall sense of well being.

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Aerobics Studio

Pool

Pool MPCC Pool

Buddy Yoga

Restorative Aquafit

Aquasize

Water Walking Now -6/15

Signal Bay Waterpark

Aerobics Studio

Senior Yoga

Water Walking 6/23-Labor Day

Aerobics Studio

Pool

Aqua Zumba AM

Beginner Yoga

Aerobics Studio

Senior Strength & Stretch

Pool

Aerobics Studio

Boot Camp

Aqua Zumba PM

Aerobics Studio

LOCATION

Zumba

CLASSES

6:30p - 7:20p

6:30p - 7:20p

9:30a-10:20a

1p-1:30p

12:30p-1:00p

10:45a-11:30a

7:30p - 8:20p

6:30p - 7:20p

MONDAY

6:30p - 7:20p

6:30p - 7:20p

10:30a-11:20a

7:30p - 8:20p

TUESDAY

6:30p - 7:20p

6:30p - 7:20p

9:30a-10:20a

6p-6:50p

10a-10:50a

7p - 7:50p

WEDNESDAY

FRIDAY

10:30a - 11:20a

8a - 8:50a

9:30a - 10:20am

SATURDAY

3p - 3:50p

SUNDAY

Classes are subject to change. Notification will be made prior to class time in the event that a class is cancelled.

6:30p - 7:20p

6:30p - 7:20p

10:30a-11:20a

7:30p - 8:20p

7:30p - 8:20p

6:30p- 7:20p*

*MEMBERS ONLY

THURSDAY

GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES - FREE WITH BASIC MEMBERSHIP AND ALL ACCESS PASSPORT MEMBERSHIP NON MEMBERS CAN DROP INTO ANY CLASS FOR $4

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swim lessons SWIM LESSONS

Our swim lesson programs are designed to help swimmers at every level experience more success and less frustration through learning the fundamentals of swimming. All of our classes are taught by certied water safety instructors. All lessons are at MPCC.

Adult Beginners (Ages 13+) Afraid of

the water? Never learned how to swim?

Then this is the class for you! Our swim instructor will start with the basics and go from there. 40 minutes. $45/session DAY TIME DATES ACTIVITY # F 7p-7:40p 9/5-10/24 4424 S 9a-9:40a 9/6-10/25 5236 F 7p-7:40p 10/31-12/26 5234 S 9a-9:40a 11/1-12/20 5237 F 7p-7:40p 1/9-2/27 5235 S 9a-9:40a 1/10-2/28 5238

Adult Lap Class (Ages 13+) Participants

should be able to swim a minimum of 25 yards (1 pool length) without assistance.

Learn proper stroke techniques and get a great workout! 40 minutes. $45/session DAY TIME DATES ACTIVITY # Sa 9a-9:40a 9/6-10/25 4427 Sa 9a-9:40a 11/1-12/20 5232 Sa 9a-9:40a 1/10-2/28 5233

Parent and Child (Ages 6 mo-3yrs) Par-

ent in the water with child. 30 minutes. $45/session DAY TIME DATES ACTIVITY # Sa 10a-10:30a 9/6-10/4 4437 M/W 10a-10:30a 9/8-10/3 4434 M/W 10a-10:30a 10/6-10/30 5241 Sa 10a-10:30 11/1-12/20 5239 M/W 10a-10:30a 11/3-11/21* 5242 M/W 10a-10:30a 12/1-12/19** 5243 M/W 10a-10:30a 1/5-1/30*** 5244 S 10a-10:30a 1/10-2/28 5240 M/W 10a-10:30a 2/2-2/27 5245 M/W 10a-10:30a 3/2-3/27**** 5246

*only 6 lessons for this session. $35 **only 6 lessons for this session. $35 *** no lesson on 1/19. Make up lesson is 1/23 ****no lesson on 3/26, make up on 3/20

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Toddler and Me (ages 2-4) Parents in the water with the child. Some aspects of the lesson will encourage the child to work independently from their parent. Great option for children not ready to progress into preschool swim levels. 30 minutes.

DAY TIME DATES ACTIVITY # Su 11:30-12p 9/7-10/26 4447 Tu/Th 10a-10:30a 9/9-10/2 4444 Tu/Th 10a-10:30a 10/7-10/30 5249 Su 11:30a-12p 11/2- 12/21 5247 Tu/Th 10a-10:30a 11/3-11/21* 5250 Tu/Th 10a-10:30a 12/1-12/19** 5251 Tu/Th 10a-10:30a 1/6-1/30 5252 Su 11:30a-12p 1/11-3/1 5248 Tu/Th 10a-10:30a 2/3-2/26 5253 Tu/Th 10a-10:30a 3/3-3/26 5254 *no class week of June 22-27. Only a 6 lesson session: $35 ** Only a 6 lesson session: $35

Preschool Level 1 (Ages 3-5) Child must be able to leave parent willingly. Parents are not in the water with child. 30 minute lesson.

DAY TIME DATES ACTIVITY # Sa 11:30a-12p 9/6-10/26 4469 M-Th 10:30a-11a 9/8-9/19 4458 M/W 12:45p-1:15p 9/8-10/3 4746 M/W 5:15-5:45p 9/8-10/3 4466 M-Th 10:30a-11a 9/22-10/3 4459 M/W 12:45p-1:15p 10/6-10/30 5257 M/W 5:15-5:45p 10/6-10/30 5263 M-Th 10:30a-11a 10/6-10/16 5269 M-Th 10:30a-11a 10/20-10/30 5270 Sa 11:30a-12p 11/1-12/20 5255 M-Th 10:30a-11a 11/3-11/13 5271 M/W 12:45p-1:15p 11/3-11/21* 5258 M/W 5:15-5:45p 11/3-11/21* 5264 M-Th 10:30-11a 12/1-12/11 5272 M/W 12:45p-1:15 12/1-12/19* 5259 M/W 5:15-5:45p 12/1-12/19* 5265 M-Th 10:30a-11a 1/5-1/15 5273 M/W 12:45p-1:15p 1/5-1/30** 5260 M/W 5:15p-5:45p 1/5-1/30 5266 Sa 11:30a-12p 1/10-2/28 5256 M-Th 10:30a-11a 1/20-1/29** 5274 M-Th 10:30a-11a 2/2-2/12 5275 M/W 12:45p-1:15p 2/2-2/27 5261 M/W 5:15-5:45p 2/2-2/27 5267 M-Th 10:30a-11a 2/16-2/26 5276 M-Th 10:30a-11a 3/2-3/12 5277 M/W 12:45p-1:15p 3/2-3/27*** 5262 M/W 5:15-5:45p 3/2-3/27 5268 M-Th 10:30-11a 3/16-3/26*** 5278 *Only a 6 lesson session: $35 **no lesson on 1/19. Make up lesson on 1/23 ***no lesson on 3/26, make up will be conducted on 3/20

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Preschool Level 2 (Ages 3-5) Parents

are not in the water with child. Children should be able to demonstrate exit skills from P/S Level 1. 30 minutes DAY TIME DATES ACTIVITY # M-Th 11a-11:30a 9/8-9/19 4480 M/W 6p-6:30p 9/8-10/3 4489 T/Th 12:45p-1:15p 9/9-10/3 4752 M-Th 11a-11:30a 9/22-10/3 4481 M-Th 11a-11:30a 10/6-10/16 5301 M/W 6p-6:30p 10/6-10/30 5435 T/Th 12:45p-1:15p 10/7-10/30 5441 M-Th 11a-11:30a 10/20-10/30 5302 M-Th 11a-11:30a 11/3-11/13 5303 M/W 6p-6:30p 11/3-11/21* 5436 T/Th 12:45p-1:15p 11/4-11/21* 5442 M-Th 11a-11:30a 12/1-12/11 5304 M/W 6p-6:30p 12/1-12/19* 5437 T/Th 12:45p-1:15p 12/2-12/20* 5443 M-Th 11a-11:30a 1/5-1/15 5305 M/W 6p-6:30p 1/5-1//30 5438 T/Th 12:45p-1:15 1/6-1/30 5444 M-Th 11a-11:30a 1/19-1/29 5306 M-Th 11a-11:30a 2/2-2/12 5408 M/W 6p-6:30p 2/2-2/27 5439 T/Th 12:45p-1:15p 2/3-2/27 5445 M-Th 11a-11:30a 2/16-2/26 5409 M-Th 11a-11:30a 3/2-3/12 5410 M/W 6p-6:30p 3/2-3/27 5440 T/Th 12:45p-1:15p 3/3-3/27** 5446 M-Th 11a-11:30a 3/16-3/26** 5411

*only 6 lessons: $35 * *No class on 3/26: Make up class is scheduled for 3/20

Preschool Level 3 (Ages 3-5) Parents

are not in the water with children. Child should be able to demonstrate exit skills from P/S Level 2. 30 minutes.

DAY TIME DATES ACTIVITY # T/Th 5:15p-5:45p 9/9-10/3 4565 T/Th 5:15p-5:45p 10/7-10/30 5447 T/Th 5:15p-5:45p 11/4-11/21* 5448 T/Th 5:15p-5:45p 12/2-12/19* 5449 T/Th 5:15p-5:45p 1/6-1/30 5450 T/Th 5:15p-5:45p 2/3-2/27 5451 T/Th 5:15p-5:45p 3/3-3/27 5452

*session is only 6 lessons. $35

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swim lessons School Age Level 1. (Ages 6-12) Children should be able to leave parents willingly and participate in a group setting. Introduction to water safety and basic swim skills. 40 minutes.

DAY TIME DATES ACTIVITY # Sa 10:45a-11:25a 9/6-10/26 4757 Sa 12:15p-12:55p 9/6-10/26 4606 Su 1p-1:40p 9/7-10/27 4609 M/W 8a-8:40a 9/8-10/3 4584 M-Th 9a-9:40a 9/8-9/19 4576 M-Th 6:30p-7:10p 9/8-9/19 4602 M/W 7p-7:40p 9/8-10/3 4591 M-Th 9a-9:40a 9/22-10/3 4577 M-Th 6:30p-7:10p 9/22-10/3 4603 M/W 8a-8:40a 10/6-10/30 5459 M-Th 9a-9:40a 10/6-10/16 5488 M-Th 6:30p-7:10p 10/6-10/16 5498 M/W 7p-7:40p 10/6-10/30 5508 M-Th 9a-9:40a 10/20-10/30 5489 M-Th 6:30p-7:10p 10/20-10/30 5499 Sa 10:45a-11:25a 11/1-12/20 5453 Sa 12:15p-12:55p 11/1-12/20 5455 Su 1p-1:40p 11/2-12/21 5457 M/W 8a-8:40a 11/3-11/21* 5460 M-Th 9a-9:40a 11/3-11/13 5490 M-Th 6:30p-7:10p 11/3-11/13 5500 M/W 7p-7:40p 11/3-11/21* 5509 M/W 8a-8:40a 12/1-12/19* 5461 M-Th 9a-9:40a 12/1-12/11 5491 M-Th 6:30p-7:10p 12/1-12/11 5501 M/W 7p-7:40p 12/1-12/19* 5510 M/W 8a-8:40a 1/5-1/30** 5483 M-Th 9a-9:40a 1/5-1/15 5492 M-Th 6:30p-7:10p 1/5-1/15 5502 M/W 7p-7:40p 1/5-1/30 5511 Sa 10:45a-11:25a 1/10-2/28 5454 Sa 12:15p-12:55p 1/10-2/28 5456 Su 1p-1:40p 1/11-3/1 5458 M-Th 9a-9:40a 1/20-1/29** 5493 M-Th 6:30p-7:10p 1/19-1/29 5503 M/W 8a-8:40a 2/2-2/27 5484 M-Th 9a-9:40a 2/2-2/12 5494 M-Th 6:30p-7:10p 2/2-2/12 5504 M/W 7p-7:40p 2/2-2/27 5412 M-Th 9a-9:40a 2/16-2/26 5495 M-Th 6:30p-7:10p 2/16-2/26 5505 M/W 8a-8:40a 3/2-3/27*** 5486 M-Th 9a-9:40a 3/2-3/12 5496 M-Th 6:30p-7:10p 3/2-3/12 5506 M/W 7p-7:40p 3/2-3/27 5513 M-Th 9a-9:40a 3/16-3/25*** 5497 M-Th 6:30p-7:10p 3/16-3/26 5507 *this session only has 6 lessons: $35 **no lesson on 1/19. Makeup class on 1/23 ***No lesson on 3/26, Make up lesson will be on 3/20

School Age Level 2 (Ages 6-12) Chil-

dren must demonstrate exit skills from Level 1. 40 minutes DAY TIME DATES ACTIVITY # Su 12:15p 9/7-10/27 4650 M/W 11a 9/8-10/3 4616 M-Th 12p 9/8-9/19 4627 M-Th 5p 9/8-9/19 4639 M/W 7:30p 9/8-10/3 4647 M-Th 12p 9/22-10/3 4628 M-Th 5p 9/22-10/3 4640 M/W 11a 10/6-10/30 5516 M-Th 12p 10/6-10/16 5522 M-Th 5p 10/6-10/16 5532 M/W 7:30p 10/6-10/30 5542 M-Th 12p 10/20-10/30 5523 M-Th 5p 10/20-10/30 5533 Su 12:15p 11/2-12/21 5514 M/W 11a 11/3-11/21* 5517 M-Th 12p 11/3-11/13 5524 M-Th 5p 11/3-11/13 5534 M/W 7:30p 11/3-11/21* 5543 M/W 11a 12/1-12/19* 5518 M-Th 12p 12/1-12/11 5525 M-Th 5p 12/1-12/11 5535 M/W 7:30p 12/1-12/19* 5544 M/W 11a 1/5-1/30** 5519 M-Th 12p 1/5-1/15 5526 M-Th 5p 1/5-1/15 5536 M/W 7:30p 1/5-1/30 5545 Su 12:15p 1/11-2/28 5515 M-Th 12p 1/19-1/29** 5527 M-Th 5p 1/19-1/29 5537 M/W 11a 2/2-2/27 5520 M-Th 12p 2/2-2/12 5528 M-Th 5p 2/2-2/12 5538 M/W 7:30p 2/2-2/27 5546 M-Th 12p 2/16-2/26 5529 M-Th 5p 2/16-2/26 5539 M/W 11a 3/2-3/27 5521 M-Th 12p 3/2-3/12 5530 M-Th 5p 3/2-3/12 5540 M/W 7:30p 3/2-3/27 5547 M-Th 12p 3/16-3/26*** 5531 M-Th 5p 3/16-3/26 5541 *this session only has 6 lessons: $35 **No lesson on 1/19, Makeup lesson is 1/23 ***no class on 3/26, make up is 3/20

Interested in Private Lessons?

Private swim lessons are available for all ages and skill levels.

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School Age Level 3 (Ages 6-12) Chil-

dren must be able to demonstrate exit skills from Level 2.

DAY TIME DATES ACTIVITY # Sa 11:30a 9/6-10/26 4760 Su 11a 9/7-10/27 4669 M-Th 4:15p 9/8-9/19 4680 T/Th 6p 9/9-10/3 4688 M-Th 4:15p 9/22-10/3 4681 M-Th 4:15p 10/6-10/16 5548 T/Th 6p 10/7-10/30 5562 M-Th 4:15p 10/20-10/30 5549 Sa 11:30a 11/1-12/20 5558 Su 11a 11/2-12/21 5560 M-Th 4:15p 11/3-11/13 5550 T/Th 6p 11/3-11/21* 5566 M-Th 4:15p 12/1-12/11 5551 T/Th 6p 12/2-12/19* 5567 M-Th 4:15p 1/5-1/15 5552 T/Th 6p 1/5-1/30 5563 Sa 11:30a 1/10-2/28 5559 Su 11a 1/11-3/1 5561 M-Th 4:15p 1/19-1/29 5553 M-Th 4:15p 2/2-2/12 5554 T/Th 6p 2/3-2/27 5564 M-Th 4:15p 2/16-2/26 5555 M-Th 4:15p 3/2-3/12 5556 T/Th 6p 3/2-3/27 5565 M-Th 4:15p 3/16-3/26 5557

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aquatic information School Age Level 4 (Ages 6-12) Children must be able to demonstrate the exit skills from Level 3.

DAY TIME DATES ACTIVITY # Sa 12:15p 9/6-10/26 4763 Su 12:15p

9/7-10/27 4717 M-Th 11a 9/8-9/18 4699 M/W 4:30p 9/8-10/3 4707 T/Th 6:50p 9/9-10/3 4714 M-Th 11a 9/22-10/3 4700 M-Th 11a 10/6-10/16 5578 M/W 4:30p

10/6-10/30 5572 T/Th 6:50p

10/7-10/30 5588 M-Th 11a

10/20-10/30 5579 Sa 12:15p

11/1-12/20 5568 Su 12:15p

11/2-12/21 5570 M-Th 11a 11/3-11/13 5580 M/W 4:30p 11/3-11/21* 5576 T/Th 6:50p 11/3-11/21* 5592 M-Th 11a 12/1-12/11 5581 M/W 4:30p 12/1-12/19* 5577 T/Th 6:50p 12/1-12/20* 5593 M-Th 11a 1/5-1/15 5582 M/W 4:30p 1/5-1/30 5573 T/Th 6:50p

1/6-1/30 5589 Sa 12:15p 1/10-2/28 5569 Su 12:15p 1/11-3/1 5571 M-Th 11a

1/20-1/29** 5583 M-Th 11a

2/2-2/12 5584 M/W 4:30p

2/2-2/27 5574 T/Th 6:50p 2/3-2/27 5590 M-Th 11a

2/16-2/26 5585 M-Th 11a

3/2-3/12 5586 M/W 4:30p

3/2-3/27*** 5575 T/Th 6:50p

3/2-3/27 5591 M-Th 11a

3/16-3/25*** 5587 * this session only has 6 lessons: $35 **no class on 1/19, make up is 1/23 ***no class on 3/26, makeup will be on 3/20

School Age Level 5/6 (Ages 6-12) Children must be able to

demonstrate the exit skills from Level 4.

DAY TIME DATES ACTIVITY # Sa 10:30-11:10a 9/6-10/26 4720 T/Th 7:15-7:55 9/9-10/3 4727 T/Th 7:15-7:55 10/7-10/30 5594 Sa 10:30-11:10a 11/1-12/20 5600 T/Th 7:15-7:55 11/3-11/21* 5598 T/Th 7:15-7:55 12/2-12/19* 5599 T/Th 7:15-7:55 1/5-1/30 5595 Sa 10:30a-11:10a 1/10-2/28 5601 T/Th 7:15-7:55 2/3-2/27 5596 T/Th 7:15-7:55 3/3-3/27 5597

participant must have an aid (or parent) in the water with them during the lesson. Aids can be provided at no additional charge if arranged with the Aquatics Supervisor in advance. Contact Sarah Barnett at 703.335.8872 or s.barnett@manassasparkva.gov DAY TIME DATES ACTIVITY # T/F 4:30p 9/8-10/3 4770 T/F 4:30p 10/7-10/31 5602 T/F 4:30p 11/4-11/20* 5606 T/F 4:30p 12/2-12/20* 5607 T/F 4:30p 1/5-1/30 5603 T/F 4:30p 2/2-2/27 5604 T/F 4:30p 3/2-3/27 5605 *this session only has 6 lessons: $35

Private Swim Lessons:

Not sure the group lesson is right for you or your child? Can’t find a class that fits your busy schedule? We offer affordable, convenient private lessons with experienced instructors! Contact the Aquatics Supervisor to schedule your private lessons at (703) 3358872 or s.barnett@manassasparkva.gov. Private lessons are 30 minutes in duration and are scheduled based upon pool/instructor/ participant availability.

5 Lessons only $125 8 Lessons only $200

AQUATICS COURSES NSPF Certified Pool Operator’s Course

Looking to advance your career in the Aquatics Field? The National Swimming Pool Foundation’s Certified Pool Operators Course will teach you how to handle pool chemicals, balance pool water and fix pool issues. Must be at least 16 years old by the last day of class. Participants must attend all classes in order to get certified.

Upon completion of class, participants will receive certification as an NSPF Certified Pool Operator.

SESSION TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # W-F 4p-10p Dec 17-19 $210 5608

American Red Cross Lifeguard Course Must be 15 years old by the last day of class. Participants must attend all classes in order to get certified. Upon completion of class, participants will be certified in American Red Cross Lifeguarding/ First Aid, CPR/AED for Lifeguards. Deep water portions of the class will be conducted at the Chinn Center indoor pool. Transportation is provided.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Sat/Sun 10am-4pm Dec 20-28 $210 5609 Sat/Sun 10am-4pm Jan 10-18 $210 5610 Sat/Sun 10am-4pm Feb 21- March 1 $210 5611

*this session only has 6 lessons: $35

Adapted Aquatics (Ages 5-18) We have designed a swimming program for individuals with special needs to be able to learn water safety, swim techniques and to feel comfortable in the water. Each

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aquatic information MPCC Indoor Pool Information

Signal Bay Waterpark Information

The Manassas Park Community Center natatorium is an NCAA short course certified indoor pool consisting of eight, 25 yard lanes, a zero depth entry and a spa. The pool temperature is maintained at a comfortable 82ËšF. Kick boards, pull buoys and life jackets for patrons are available for use while at the facility.

Certain areas of the pool may not be open for public swimming due to swim lessons, group exercise classes or league rentals.

Signal Bay Waterpark is a 27,000 sq. ft. aquatic facility within Signal Hill Park featuring a zero depth entry leisure pool with water cannons, slides, and a lazy river. Concessions and showers are made available for citizen convenience. Waterpark is open Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Open weekends only Memorial Day through June 16th from 11:30am-7:30pm. Open Daily June 17th through Labor Day from 11:30am-7:30pm.

2015 Season Passes: Purchase before 3/31 and SAVE!

MPCC Pool Hours:

Mon-Fri 7am-9:30pm; Sat 7am-6:30pm; Sun 10am-5:30pm Mon-Thurs from 6-8pm, only one lane is available for lap swim (Members Only). Beach entry is closed during swim lessons.

MPCC Pool Schedule Change Notice: The pool will be closed on the following dates due to private rentals. We apologize for any invconvenience.

December 6th, 13th, 20th - 3:30p-Close January 10th, 17th - 3:30p-Close

Individual (Ages 12+) Dual Family of 4 Each Additional

$68 (after 3/31 - $75) $113 (after 3/31 - $125) $203 (after 3/31 - $225) $55

Signal Bay Waterpark Daily Rates:

MPCC Indoor Pool Events: Dive in Movie

Recover from all your Thanksgiving festivities and relax after a busy day of Black Friday shopping by coming out for our 3rd Annual Dive In Movie. Float on tubes, relax and watch a movie on our inflatable big screen. Reminder: Children 5 years of age or younger, must be accompanied in the pool (within arms reach) by a chaperone, 16 years of age or older! Children under the age of 12 cannot be left unsupervised by a chaperone, 16 years of age or old. Movie is To Be Determined!

DAY TIME __ DATE COST Friday 7:45p-9:30p Nov 29, 2014 FREE!

Thank you to our 2014 Aquatics Sponsors!

Gold Sponsor:

www.SmileworksVa.com Silver Sponsor: GEICO - Dave Stinson Sr.

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Bronze Sponsor: APPLETON CAMPBELL Plumbing, Heating, Air Conditioning & Electrical Interested in being a sponsor at our Water Park or our Indoor Pool? Contact Sarah Barnett via phone at 703.335.8872 or email at s.barnett@ manassasparkva.gov.

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preschool recreation programs All Preschool programs are ages 3-5 unless otherwise listed (Not yet enrolled in Kindergarten). All children must be potty trained. All Preschool Programs are included in the ALL ACCESS PASSPORT and are located at MPCC unless otherwise stated.

GENERAL 4’s & 5’s Preschool The City of Manassas Park Preschool is a licensed program.

The curriculum emphasizes recreation with creative programs and materials that encourage and invite participation. For participation your child must be 4, must be potty trained, provide a completed registration form and a copy of your child’s birth certificate, immunization form, and health physical form; $55 non-refundable annual registration fee and attend an orientation.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # M-F 9a-11:30a September $190 5139 M-F 9a-11:30a October $190 5140 M-F 9a-11:30a November $190 5141 M-F 9a-11:30a December $190 5142 M-F 9a-11:30a January $190 5143 M-F 9a-11:30a February $190 5144 3 Bears Preschool The City of Manassas Park Preschool is a licensed program.

The curriculum emphasizes recreation with creative programs and materials that encourage and invite participation. For participation your child must be 3, must be potty trained, provide a completed registration form and a copy of your child’s birth certificate, immunization form, and health physical form; $55 non-refundable annual registration fee and attend an orientation.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # M/W/F 12:30p-3p September $140 5132 M/W/F 12:30p-3p October $140 5133 M/W/F 12:30p-3p November $140 5134 M/W/F 12:30p-3p December $140 5135 M/W/F 12:30p-3p January $140 5136 M/W/F 12:30p-3p February $140 5137` Nature Art Explore the great outdoors through sight, touch and creativity.

Participants will visit sites and experience nature through experiments with a variety of art mediums. Using nature to create will be part of the fun!

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # M 10a- 11:30a 10/20-11/10 $50/M; $55/R; $60/NR 5145

Preschool Rec. Fun in motion, this class is all about being on the go! Our activities include games involve running, jumping, dancing and so much more! Bring a packed lunch and proper shoes for active play.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Tu/Th 11:30p-1p 9/23- 10/16 $60/M; $65/R; $70/NR 5150 Tu/Th 11:30p-1p 1/13- 2/5 $60/M; $65/R; $70/NR 5151 My Community Explore the world around you and your community. Get to know about who your community helpers are and how they serve, protect, and help us. Learn the basics of safety in our community through story, craft and play!

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # W 11:30a-12:30p 10/1-10/29 $50/M; $55/R; $60/NR 5146 Wondering Minds Ask questions. Solve problems. Explore. In this program participants will explore what works, what doesn’t and why.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # W 11:30a-12:30p 11/5-11/26 $50/M; $55/R; $60/NR 5148 Monday “Me” Time Does your child being with friends? Do they need extra play time?

Join staff for fun, games, stories, crafts and more. Bring a packed lunch and reconnect from the weekend.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # M 11a-12:30p 12/1;12/8;12/15 $20/M; $25/R;$35/NR 2702 “To Do List” Tuesday Moms list... shopping, lunch with friends. Kids list... play, eat, play. The little ones get to be with friends, play and have fun while moms do what you need to do. Thanks Mom! Bring a packed lunch.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Tu 11:30a-1p 12/2; 12/9; 12/16 $20/M; $25/R;$35/NR 5130 Polar Exploration Explore the season of winter without worrying about the cold.

Through experiments, crafts and fun participants will learn about the outside weather.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # W 11:30a-12:30p 1/7-11/28 $50/M; $55/R; $60/NR 5149

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preschool recreation programs Hot Shot Soccer GOAL!!! This soccer class is for beginners. Focus will be on the basic fundamentals and skills.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # SA 8:30a-9a 9/20-10/25 $55/M; $60/R; $65/NR 5128

Hola Kids Spanish Immersion Classes with Yanneth McCoy Kids are able to integrate and add vocabulary, phonetics and sounds, small phrases and develop language skills through the use of music, games, puppets, songs, crafts and more. All the activities are run according to the weekly theme and the student’s age and ability.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # M/W/F 11:30a-12:30p 9/8–10/3 $140/M; $150/R; $160/NR 5612 M/W/F 11:30a-12:30p 10/15-11/14 $140/M; $150/R; $160/NR 5613 M/W/F 11:30a-12:30p 11/17-12/19 $140/M; $150/R; $160/NR 5614 M/W/F 11:30a-12:30p 1/8-2/6 $140/M; $150/R; $160/NR 5615 M/W/F 11:30a-12:30p 2/9-3/13 $140/M; $150/R; $160/NR 5616 ATHLETIC - Leagues 2014-2015 Biddy Ball: 4 & 5 Year Olds* Ages 4-5. Manassas Park, Dept. of Parks and Recreation is proud to bring another thrilling season of basketball back to the community. This league is co-ed and focuses on the FUN-damentals and skill development of basketball. In this age group, teams practice and play games on Fridays only. Age is determined by child as of December 12th, 2014. Practices will begin December 12th. Games will begin January 9th. Registrations will be accepted until December 5th.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # F 6p-8p 12/12-3/6 $65/M; $70/R; $75/NR 5104

ATHLETIC - Instructional Classes Dragon Tots Ages 3-4. WCRB’s Dragon Tot Class is an early childhood development program designed exclusively for kids between the ages of 3 years and 4 years old. With emphasis on courtesy, discipline & respect, your child grows; physically by practicing both fine and gross motor skills, cognitively- by increasing thinking and problem-solving skills, and socially by learning how to interact with others. This fun filled and fast paced class will enhance your child’s development.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # M 9a - 9:30a September $50/1 Class 5207 M 9a - 9:30a October $50/1 Class 5208 M 9a - 9:30a November $50/1 Class 5209 M 9a - 9:30a December $50/1 Class 5210 M 9a - 9:30a January $50/1 Class 5211 M 9a - 9:30a February $50/1 Class 5212

Tumble Tots Cartwheels! This is an instructor-led tumbling & gymnastics class. The focus of this class will be on developing core gymnastics skills through fun progression and learning.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # SA 9a-945a 10/11-11/15 $55/M; $60/R; $65/NR 5127 Lil Dunkers Air ball! Come join the fun, as your child learns the basics of basketball. Dribbling, passing, shooting, and defense will be covered. This class will also benefit 4 and 5 year olds would like to participate in our Biddy Ball Program.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # W 11:45a-12:15a 10/15-11/19 $55/M; $60/R; $65/NR 5099 Gym Jam Gym-Tastic! Your preschooler will be playing all of America’s classic games while developing coordination and gross motor skills.

Each week a different game will be played (kickball, freeze tag, whiffle ball, 4 square, etc…) No class 1/19 and 2/16.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # M 11:45a- 12:15a 1/12-2/23 $55/M; $60/R; $65/NR 5114

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All Youth programs are ages 6-11 (Grades K-5) unless otherwise noted.

Children who are 5 and enrolled in kindergarten may participate. Programs noted with a * are not included in the ALL ACCESS PASSPORT.

Programs are located at MPCC unless otherwise stated.

GENERAL

Fall Extended Care - After-School Only

Fall Extended Care is a licensed program through the State of Virginia, Department of Social Services under the direction of our Parks and Recreation Staff. After school care is for children kindergarten thru 5th grade attending City of Manassas Park Schools.

Transportation is provided. A daily snack is offered. Themed activities include arts and crafts, games, sports and swimming in a fun, supervised environment! Parents are required to attend an orientation prior to their childs admission into the Fall Extended Care Program. Call for orientation dates. Parents must provide a completed registration form and a copy of your child’s birth certificate, immunization form, and health physical form plus a $55 non-refundable annual registration fee. Call for drop in rates. *Must register at the Community Center.

After- School Care Session 1 - Activity# 5153 DAY TIME DATE COST M-F 3:10p- 7p 9/2- 9/12

$145 Session 2 - Activity# 5152 DAY TIME DATE COST M-F 3:10p- 7p 9/15-9/26 $145 Session 3 - Activity# 5154 DAY TIME DATE COST M-F 3:10p- 7p 9/29-10/10 $145 Session 4 - Activity# 5155 DAY TIME DATE COST M-F 3:10p- 7p 10/13-10/24 $145 Session 5 - Activity# 5156 DAY TIME DATE COST M-F 3:10p- 7p 10/27- 11/7 $145 Session 6 - Activity# 5157 DAY TIME DATE COST M-F 3:10p- 7p 11/10-11/21 $145 Session 7 - Activity# 5158 DAY TIME DATE COST M-F 3:10p- 7p 11/24-12/5 $145

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Session 8 - Activity# 5159 DAY TIME DATE M-F 3:10p- 7p 12/8-12/19 Session 9 - Activity# 5160 DAY TIME DATE M-F 3:10p- 7p 12/22-1/2 Session 10 - Activity# 5161 DAY TIME DATE M-F 3:10p- 7p 1/5- 1/16 Session 11 - Activity# 5162 DAY TIME DATE M-F 3:10p- 7p 1/20- 1/30 Session 12 - Activity# 5163 DAY TIME DATE M-F 3:10p- 7p 2/2-2/13 Session 13 - Activity# 5164 DAY TIME DATE M-F 3:10p- 7p 2/17- 2/27

COST $145 COST $145 COST $145 COST $145 COST $145 COST $145

Check Mate Chess Club Chess is a game that requires strategy, patience and practice.

Participants will learn the finer points of chess with highly skilled and trained US Chess Federation instructor German Gonzalez. All skill levels welcomed from beginner to advanced.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Sa 5:30p – 6:30p 9/6-2/28 FREE/M; Drop-In Rate/NR 5362 Hola Kids Spanish Immersion Classes with Yanneth McCoy Ages 5-8. Kids add more vocabulary, identify phonetics and sounds, and learn conversational phrases. They continue to develop language skills through music, songs, crafts, indoor/outdoor exploration, competitive games and more. Staff will introduce reading and writing in Spanish at this level. All the activities are run according to a weekly theme and the student’s age and ability.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # M&Tu 4:30p – 5:30p 9/8–10/7 $140/M; $150/R; $160/NR 5363 M&Tu 4:30p – 5:30p 10/13-11/11 $140/M; $150/R; $160/NR 5364 M&Tu 4:30p – 5:30p 11/17-12/16 $140/M; $150/R; $160/NR 5365 M&Tu 4:30p – 5:30p 1/5-2/6 $140/M; $150/R; $160/NR 5366 M&Tu 4:30p – 5:30p 2/9 - 3/13 $140/M; $150/R; $160/NR 5367 Beginning Breakin’ In this basic beginner’s breakdancing class, Kevin Nguyen and Jose Maximo will teach participants proper techniques and forms of how to dance one of the most pure forms of hip hop. Classes will cover fundamentals moves such as basic toprock, footwork, power moves and freezes.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # W&F 5p–6p 9/10–10/24 $35/M; $40/R; $45/NR 5368 W&F 5p-6p 11/5–12/12 $35/M; $40/R; $45/NR 5369 W&F 5p–6p 1/14–2/27 $35/M; $40/R; $45/NR 5370

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school aged recreation programs Beginner Ballet with Mr. Will An introduction to the world of ballet taught by professional ballet dancer William Smith. In this class participants will learn the basics and traditions of ballet, as well as exercises to increase coordination and posture. No experience needed. Ages 8-12. MPCC DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Th 4:30p-5:30p 9/11–10/30 $60/M; $70/R; $80/NR 5371 Th 4:30p-5:30p 1/8–2/26 $60/M; $70/R; $80/NR 5372 Piano Lessons with Joanne DiToro Learn the basic skills of the piano on a keyboard. Lessons will introduce students to the basics of music theory. Students will learn to play songs, read music and rhythmic expressions. Students must provide own keyboard and headphones. For the beginner class all students will have to purchase a workbook for $6. All students must take level one to advance to level two and three.

Level 1 DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Sa 9:30a-10:30a 9/20–11/8 $95/M; $105/R; $115/NR 5393 Sa 10:30a-11:30a 9/20–11/8 $95/M; $105/R; $115/NR 5394 Sa 9:30a-10:30a 12/6–1/24 $95/M; $105/R; $115/NR 5398 Sa 10:30a-11:30a 12/6–1/24 $95/M; $105/R; $115/NR 5399 Sa 9:30a-10:30a 2/7–3/28 $95/M; $105/R; $115/NR 5403 Sa 10:30a-11:30a 2/7–3/28 $95/M; $105/R; $115/NR 5404 Level 2 DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Sa 11:30a-12:30p 9/20–11/8 $95/M; $105/R; $115/NR 5395 Sa 12:30p-1:30p 9/20–11/8 $95/M; $105/R; $115/NR 5396 Sa 11:30a-12:30p 12/6–1/24 $95/M; $105/R; $115/NR 5400 Sa 12:30p-1:30p 12/6–1/24 $95/M; $105/R; $115/NR 5401 Sa 11:30a-12:30p 2/7–3/28 $95/M; $105/R; $115/NR 5405 Sa 12:30p-1:30p 2/7–3/28 $95/M; $105/R; $115/NR 5406 Level 3 DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Sa 1:30p-2:30p 9/20–11/8 $95/M; $105/R; $115/NR 5397 Sa 1:30p-2:30p 12/6–1/24 $95/M; $105/R; $115/NR 5402 Sa 1:30p-2:30p 2/7–3/28 $95/M; $105/R; $115/NR 5407 Where the Wild Things Are Participants will develop their naturalist skills by learning to identify animal tracks, and find secret hiding places of animals right in our beloved Signal Hill Park. Participants will learn why a good habitat is important to the survival of animals in the wild. Location: Signal Hill DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Sa 10a-11a 10/4-10/25 $40/M; $45/R; $50/NR 5412

Around the World Each week students will learn about a different Country exploring games that other children from around the world play, foods they eat, and crafts they make.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Sa 11a-12:15p 10/4–10/25 $60/M; $67/R; $74/NR 5413 Scrapbooking for Kids Ages 7-12. If your child loves arts and crafts, they will love scrapbooking! Instructor Masha Melkonian will teach kids how to make an interactive scrapbook that will be sure to provide a special keepsake for their pictures.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Sa 12:30p–2:30p 10/4 $15/M; $18/R; $20/NR 5414 Sa 12:30p–2:30p 12/6 $15/M; $18/R; $20/NR 5415 Sa 12:30p–2:30p 2/7 $15/M; $18/R; $20/NR 5416 Pokémon® Card Club Bring your cards and ds games to battle and trade with other Pokémon fans!

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # F 7p-8p 10/11–11/8 FREE/M; Drop-In Rate/NR 5417 Comic Book Superheroes Does your child have a favorite comic book superhero? Whether it’s Batman, Superman or Spiderman, they will have the chance to create their own comic book starring their favorite superhero.

Class is taught by Mr. Todd.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Sa 11a-12p 10/18–11/15 $65/M; $70/R; $75/NR 5418 Pirate and Princess Pizza Party Students come all dressed up to this party! Students will make pizzas and fun finger foods. Once finished, they get to enjoy everything they made with a party!

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Sa 12p-2p 10/25 $10/M; $12/R;$15/NR 5419 Talking Turkey Ages 10+. Thanksgiving celebrations are full of family fun. Why not enjoy a new holiday decoration with a milk-jug mask turkey.

It can’t be eaten, or worn, but students can sure talk about how they did it! Students choose from two workshops: a half bird or whole bird. Each person should bring one cleaned gallon milk jug and one half gallon jug cleaned, dried and ready to cut and one wire hanger.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Sa 9a-1p 10/25 $15/M; $18/R; $20/NR 5420

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school aged recreation programs Beginner Digital Photography Class Students will learn creative expression, new perspectives, decision making skills and confidence in digital photography allowing them to capture some of life’s most precious moments. Students must provide their own camera.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Sa 11a-12p 11/8-11/29 $25/M; $30/R; $35/NR 5421

is thier chance to put thier talent on display. Participants will work together to put on a play end of the session for friends and family.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Sa 11a-12:15p 1/17-2/21 $50/M; $60/R; $70/NR 5427

Fall Craft Workshop Stroll into fall and spend a few hours making homemade fall decorations and gifts! Students will go home with a fun house decoration, a fall-themed gift and a snack to enjoy.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Sa 10a-12p 11/15 $10/M; $12/R; $15/NR 5422 Winter Cupcakes Celebrate winter and the holiday season by decorating winter themed cupcakes.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # F 7p-8:15p 12/5 $10 5423 Creative Writing Class Ages 8-11. This class will introduce students to the process and techniques of creative writing. Students will experiment with various types of writing, including the writing of fiction and poetry.

Class readings will expose students to various writing styles and provide examples of the successes and strategies of other writers.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Sa 12p-1p 1/10-2/7 $25/M; $30/R; $35/NR 5424 ScrabbleTM Club It’s been proven that playing the game of ScrabbleTM can help a child’s vocabulary, language skills and mathematics. Scrabble clubs have formed at schools all across the country, and now there is one right here at the Community Center! Come join in and have a great time with other participants.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # F 7p-8p 1/16-2/27 FREE/M; Drop-In Rate/NR 5425 Safe Sitter Training* Age 11. Looking to earn some extra cash? Have you ever thought about babysitting? If you’re interested than this is the course for you! In this course, taught by certified Safe Sitter instructors you will learn the basics of CPR & First Aid, how to care for children and infants and how to keep everyone safe while babysitting.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Sa 9a-4p 10/25 $85 per participant 5619 Sa 9a-4p 1/17 $85 per participant 5426

Color Your World with Mr. Todd A Manassas Park Community Center favorite…it’s Color Your World with Mr. Todd! In this hands-on art class, your child will get the chance to dive deep into the world of art by learning and creating different art forms. At the end of the session we will host a gallery to show off the masterpieces.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Sa 11a-12:15p 1/31–2/28 $45/M; $55/R; $65/NR 5428 Beakers for Seekers What could be more fun than a recreation science class! Let your child come discover the fun of becoming a Jr. Scientist and experience the excitement of getting their hands dirty while using critical-thinking skills. Class will focus on fun experiments, science-themed crafts and games, basic math skills, and, most importantly, provide a fun, hands-on experience to explore the fascinating world of science.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Sa 2p-3p 1/31-2/21 $45/M; $55/R; $65/NR 5429 Afterschool Snacks This class will teach students how to make safe, delicious and quick snacks that will be sure to cure your afterschool hunger.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Sa 11a – 12:15p 2/7-2/28 $55/M; $60/R; $65/NR 5430 Toothpick Engineering Students will construct bridges out of toothpicks, while discovering how structures react to force and loads. Teams will present their bridge for the egg test at the end of class.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # F 6:30p-8:30p 2/20 $10/M; $12/R; $15/NR 5431

Lights, Camera, Action Ready for your close-up? If your child wants to be an actor, here

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school aged recreation programs Piggy Bank Finance Your child can be part of a great Piggy Bank adventure! Participants in the class will create a see-through, “watch your money grow” and learn about making good money choices to help them reach their savings goals.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Sa 12p-2p 2/21 $8/M; $10/R; $12/NR 5432 Safe At Home Participants will learn how to be responsible and safe in any situation, review family communication, first aid, internet safety, phone and door safety.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Sa 10a-12p 2/28 $8/M; $10/R; $12/NR 5433 ATHLETIC - Leagues WCRB Youth Mixed Martial Arts Ages 6-11. WCRB’s Youth MMA Class is for students with or without prior training. With emphasis on Courtesy, Discipline, & Respect, students will learn a mixture of several different art forms.

The YMMA program is combined with an Academic Excellence program for maximization of your child’s learning experience.

Students will also be tracking their progress at home and grades at school with a Student ID card, Notice of Intent to Promote, and Black Belt Club. This is a belt class from white belt to black belt with testing two to four times a year.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # M 7p-8p September $50/1 Class 5214 M 7p-8p October $50/1 Class 5215 M 7p-8p November $50/1 Class 5216 M 7p-8p December $50/1 Class 5217 M 7p-8p January $50/1 Class 5218 M 7p-8p February $50/1 Class 5219

2014-2015 Biddy Ball League Manassas Park, Dept. of Parks and Recreation is proud to bring another thrilling season of basketball back to the community. This league is co-ed and focuses on the FUN-damentals and skill development of basketball. Teams practice once a week and play games mostly on Saturdays. Age is determined by age on Janu-

ary 1, 2015. Dates are subject to change: Skills Assessments will be held based on age: 6/7 year olds on Monday Nov 17th, 8/9 year olds on Tuesday Nov 18th, 10-12 year olds on Wednesday Nov 19th. The draft & coaches meetings will be held on Sunday, Nov. 30th. Practices will begin December 8th. Games will begin January 10th. Playoffs will begin in March. Registrations will be accepted until the night of your child’s skills assessment.

Ages 6-7 DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # M-F 6p-9p 12/8-3/29 $65/M; $70/R; $75/NR 5102 Sa 8a-6p Ages 8-9 DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # M-F 6p-9p 12/8-3/29 $65/M; $70/R; $75/NR 5103 Sa 8a-6p Ages 10-12 DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # M-F 6p-9p 12/8-3/29 $65/M; $70/R; $75/NR 5100 Sa 8a-6p 2014-2015 Biddy Ball Cheer Program Give me a T, give me an E, give me an A, give me an M, what’s that spell? Team!!! Come and support the youth basketball league and sign your child up for cheerleading. Participants will practice once a week and cheer at a designated basketball games throughout the season. Practice date subject to change based on volunteer coaches’ availability.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # M-F; SA 6p-9p; 8a-6p 12/8-3/29 $65/M; $70/R; $75/NR 5105 Instructional Classes A.C.C.E Program (Athletics by Community Center Employees) Grades 3-5. Get Set! GO!!! Manassas Park Community Center will run an after school program at Manassas Park Elementary school. We will play a variety of athletic games while also working on strength & conditioning. Participants can ride the activity bus home if needed. Participants must be Manassas Park Elementary School students, in the 3rd, 4th, or 5th grade. Limited space is available and all participants must have a registration form filled out. Registration forms will be passed out and collected from the elementary school. Participants are selected at random and the program will run in conjunction with the MPES after school program schedule. For more information contact the Community Center at 703-335-8872.

DAY TIME __ DATE COST Tu or Th 3p-4:30p Oct 2014-May 2015 FREE

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school age recreation programs Lil’ Sport Centers Ages 6-7. Da Da Da… Da Da Da! Let us introduce your athlete to a variety of sports that include soccer, basketball, kickball, and playground games! The main emphasis will be on having fun while learning a few facts about all sports.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # F 5p-6p 9/19-10/24 $55/M; $60/R; $65/NR 5117

Basketball Skills & Drills (Ages 8-12) Alley-oop! This class will involve a combination of fitness conditioning including running, drills, stretching, exercises, circuit training and basketball drills including dribbling, passing, guarding and strategies.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # SA 1p-230p 9/20 – 10/25 $55/M; $60/R; $65/NR 5108

Lil’ Strikers Soccer Ages 6-7. GOAL!!! This instructional class introduces the FUNdamental skills needed to play soccer: dribbling, passing, shooting, and goalie play. It is also a chance for athletes to have fun and get some exercise and learn sportsmanship and teamwork!

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # SA 9a-10a 9/20-10/25 $55/M; $60/R; $65/NR 5115

Rumblers & Tumblers Ages 8-11. Layouts, Tuck Backbends oh my!!! This action packed class will be sure to have your child doing somersaults and handstands. Children will learn the ins and outs of gymnastics, designed specifically for the age. Class is most appropriate for a beginner level.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # SA 11:15a-12:15p 10/11-11/15$55/M; $60/R; $65/NR 5125

Volleyball Skills & Drills Ages 8-11. Bump, set, SPIKE! This volleyball class is designed with the beginner to intermediate player in mind. This crash course in volleyball will teach the basics of the games and help your athlete understand the techniques and rules to be successful on the court.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Su 2p-3p 2/8 – 3/15 $55/M; $60/R; $65/NR 5124

Lil’ Rumblers & Tumblers Ages 6-7. Layouts, tucks, backbends oh my!!! This is an instructor led gymnastics class. The focus will be on developing core gymnastics skills through fun progression and learning.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # SA 10a-11a 10/11-11/15 $55/M; $60/R; $65/NR 5116 Sport Centers Ages 8-11. Da Da Da… Da Da Da! Let us introduce your athlete to a variety of sports that include soccer, basketball, kickball, and playground games! The main emphasis will be on having fun while learning a few facts about all sports.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # F 6:15p-7:15p 9/19-10/24 $55/M; $60/R; $65/NR 5122 Strikers Soccer Ages 8-11. GOAL!!! This instructional class introduces the FUNdamental skills needed to play soccer: dribbling, passing, shooting, and goalie play. It is also a chance for athletes to have fun and get some exercise and learn sportsmanship and teamwork!

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # SA 10:15a-11:15a 9/20-10/25 $55/M; $60/R; $65/NR 5123

Home School Physical Education Homeschooled children need to exercise too. This class will give students access to state of the art physical education facilities and equipment, at the Community Center. Classes are held during the day, once a week and will feature everything a school-based gym class would: from basic exercises to fun physically active games and sports. Not only is it a great way to ensure they get their needed exercise but they will also have a chance to socialize with other children, who have similar school environments as they do. Monthly sessions will be run except during summer months.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Th 9:30-10:30a On-Going $25/Month 5113

Girls Basketball Skills & Drills Ages 8-11. Slam dunk! In this girls only class we will focus on passing, ball handling, shooting and defense. It will be an intensive course led by our experienced basketball staff.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # SA 11am-12:30 pm 9/20 – 10/25 $55/M; $60/R; $65/NR 5112

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program for teens

Manassas Park Teen Passport

Are you a teen looking for something to do? Look no more! Welcome to the Teen Passport for teens 6th grade-12th grade (ages 12-17). You Check out the Teen Revolution today! Visit: have access to all teen programs and the facility. You can also earn points http://manassasparkteens.wordpress.com towards your membership! Passport memberships are 20$/month and include classes and programs just for Teens. Each month you are allowed instructional classes and more! Plus take advantage of the Teen Center, up to 20 points. When you earn 20 points, your next month is FREE! Earn which is a lounge featuring computers, a flat screen TV, Wii, Xbox, Foos points for good grades, community service and volunteering.

Ball, and Air Hockey table!

Teen Center Hours

No Passport? No Problem! We want every teen to be able to take advantage of all of our programs. Non-members may enroll in any Access to the gym, pool, recreational programs, classes individually by paying the $2 drop-in rate.

Tuesday-Friday 3:30p – 9p and Saturdays 11a-4p

Passport Includes:

September - November

DAY

ATHLETICS

TUES

Kick Ball 3:30p-4:30p

WED

Ultimate Frisbee 3:30p-4:30p Extreme Dodgeball 3:30p-4:30p

THURS FRI

Midnight Basketball

Volunteering Club 4:30p-5:30p

CULTURAL ARTS HEALTH/WELLNESS Nutrition 3:30p-4:30p

Garden to Plate 4:30p-6:30p

Friends at The Fairmont and Park Place 3:30p-5p

Improv Comedy Class 6:30p-7:30p

Out of Season Tune-Up 5:30p-6:30p

Gardening Club 4p-5p

Team Building 4:30p-5:30p Friday Potluck

Acting Class 6:30p-8p

Fitness Yoga 5:30p-6:30p

American Sign Language 4:30p-5:30p

Break Dancing 5p-6p Open Mic/Talent 7p-8p

Wes’ Workout 3:30p-4:30p

Bachata Dance 7p-8p

1st Friday of the month

5p-6p Madden Mania with Matt 6p-8p

Corn Hole 3p-4p

Saturday Social Sites 1st/3rd Saturday of the month

Guitar Lessons 4p-5p

12:30p-3p

Hike-a-Trail

3rd Saturday of the Month 10:00a- ending time will vary on distance

December - February

Outdoor Explorers

2nd and 4th Saturday of the Month

9:30a-11:30a

LEARN SOMETHING NEW

DAY

ATHLETICS

SOCIAL

TUES

Soccer 3:30p-4:30p

Volunteering Club 4:30p-5:30p

Bloggers Club 4:30p-5:30p

Nutrition 3:30p-4:30p

Garden to Plate 4:30p-6:30p

WED

Team Handball 3:30p-4:30p

Friends at The Fairmont and Park Place 3:30p-5p

Improv Comedy Class 6:30-7:30

Out of Season Tune-Up 5:30p-6:30p

Ultimate Survival 4:30p-5:30p

THURS

Extreme Dodgeball 3:30p- 4:30p

Book Club 3:30p-4:30p

Voice Lessons 6:30p-7:30p

Fitness Yoga 5:30p-6:30p

American Sign Language 4:30p-5:30p

FRI

Midnight Basketball

1st Friday of the month

Open Mic/Talent 7p-8p

Wes’ Workout 3:30p-4:30p

Bachata Dance 7p-8p

Guitar Lessons 4p-5p

Time to Relax 4p-5p

2nd and 4th Friday of the Month

10p-12a

SAT

Circle Ball 3p-4p

Friday Potluck

5p-6p Madden Mania with Matt 6p-8p Saturday Social Sites 1st/3rd Saturday of the month

CULTURAL ARTS HEALTH/WELLNESS

12:30p-3p

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LEARN SOMETHING NEW

Bloggers Club 4:30p-5:30p

2nd and 4th Friday of the Month

10p-12a

SAT

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2nd and 4th Saturday of the Month

9:30a-11:30a

teen recreation programs Social

Saturday Social Sites

Athletic Passport Programs Cornhole

You may have seen the teens playing this addicting game in the teen center. It is a lot like horse shoes, but uses bean bags and a hole in a board. Come learn how to play or come and show off your skills. Staff favorite! Activity #5308

Extreme Dodgeball

Get your friends together and get ready to play some dodgeball! This schoolyard favorite game will have you jumping, diving, and throwing your way to victory. We promise not to throw any wrenches, but you will have to dodge a few balls. Activity #5311

Team Handball

This exciting game is an Olympic sport that is similar to basketball and ultimate Frisbee. Teams move the ball up the court by passing back and forth. If the ball is dropped or intercepted, it’s immediately turned over to the other team. The catch is, no one can hold the ball for longer than three seconds or take more than three steps with the ball in their hand. Test your skill with this new game. Activity #5315

Kickball

This is one of the classic outdoor games that everyone loves. Come get some exercise, while enjoying a competitive game of kickball with your peers. Activity # 5318

Team Building

Are you part of a sports team or a club? It’s great being part of a group, especially when your group works together and has fun. Join us as we use challenging and exciting team-building activities to help you improve your team-work and problem solving skills. Activity # 5332

Friday Potluck

Show off your family’s favorite casserole dish, or try out a new recipe you’ve been meaning to cook. Bring a dish, eat and share what’s going on in your life as we have a family style dinner. To participate, you must bring something for the group. Activity # 5338

Volunteering Club

One of the best ways to give back to your community is through volunteering. Do you need community service hours? Join our volunteering club and give back with your friends! This looks great on your resume too! Activity # 5341

Midnight Basketball

Are you ever bored on a Friday Night? Tired of sitting around with nothing to do? Come to the Community Center and play pick-up basketball every 2nd and 4th Friday of the month. The gym with be open from 10p to 12a for an exclusively teen opportunity. Activity # 5320

Ultimate Frisbee

Looking for something fun to do with your friends but the usual sports are less than thrilling? Change up your routine with some Ultimate Frisbee! Combining the continuous play of soccer and the throwing, catching, and scoring you find in football, you’ll be looking forward to the next game after each day is done! Activity #5322

Soccer

Are you the next David Beckam? Come brush up your soccer skills at our weekly pick-up game. Games will be played out in the fields or in the gym if weather is poor, so be ready to play rain or shine. Activity # 5325

Circle Ball

Come join us as we explore the DMV (D.C., Maryland, and Virginia). The first Saturday of the month we will have a new fun destination that includes museums and parks!

9/6: National Zoo, DC 10/4: Manassas Fall Jubilee 11/1: Pumpkin Madness at Cox Farms* 12/6: Ice Skating, Old Town Manassas* 1/3: Martin Luther King Junior Memorial, DC 2/7: National Air and Space Museum, Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center The ones marked with a * require a fee to participate. Activity # 5330

Come learn a new fast-paced game in the gym. Circle Ball is an interesting mix between cricket and dodgeball, but it is one of our staff’s favorite games. Standing in the middle of a large circle mapped by cones, each player has a turn to earn points by running from the inside of the circle to the cones. However, they must also protect a baseball balanced on a tee from falling, at which, the rest of the group is throwing a dodgeball. Each player’s turn is over when the ball falls off the tee or when five minutes has passed. How many points can you earn! Activity #5327

Book Club

Don’t you hate it when you are reading an amazing book that none of your friends have read and you have no one to talk to about how exciting is? You should join our book club, where we will pick a book to read together and discuss it weekly. Now you can finally have a group to talk about how great, sad, funny, frustrating, or exciting your book is. Activity #5342

Madden Mania with Matt

Are you a Madden enthusiast? Show off your skills, as you hang out with friends and our Teen Leader Matt. Activity #5343

Friends at The Fairmont and Park Place

We have some awesome friends at The Fairmont Senior Living Community and Park Place Senior Apartments. Every Wednesday, we will head over to The Fairmont or Park Place for a great time of socializing and playing games. We will play Wii, board games, volleyball and tons of other exciting activities. Not only will we have fun, we will have the opportunity to meet new people with years of experience and fascinating stories! Activity #5618

Cultural Arts Acting

Experience the joy of acting by learning, practicing and performing various skits with other aspiring actors. You will develop your creativity, become a master at memorizing lines, and meet great new friends. Once you have developed a skit, you can perform for your peers at our Open Mic/ Talent Night. Activity # 5373

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teen recreation programs Guitar Lessons

Have you wanted to play the guitar, but you don’t know where to get started? Well, look no further, Manassas Park Community Center is offering introductory guitar classes/lessons so you can release the inner rocker in you. Whether you already play guitar or are just starting out, we can help you learn chords ands rhythm to play easier and more confidently. So, what you are you waiting for? It’s time to set free that musical energy in you. Activity # 5374

Improv Comedy Class

Do you love Whose Line is it Anyway? Want to learn fun improvisational comedy games? Come relax and laugh with your friends as you play improv games that you can later perform at our Open Mic Night! Games will include, party quirks, the alphabet game and questions only. Activity # 5375

Open Mic/Talent

Do you love SNL (Saturday Night Live) and MAD TV? Do people ever tell you that you need to have your own TV show? Come show your skills at our Open Mic night. The mic is open for your poems, acting, and music…come show us your skills. Activity # 5376

Voice Lessons

Are you tired of singing alone in the shower? Take our voice lesson class and we will get you to the perfect pitch. You will be singing at our Open Mic night in no time! Activity # 5377

Break Dancing

Learn the original break dance foundations and footwork. We will focus on the development of basic toprock, downrock, floorwork, and transition skills. Some acrobatic and power moves will also be covered in this class. Activity # 5378

Bloggers Club

Share your writing with us! This class is a great opportunity to show your community how talented the youth are. We will meet once a week to practice writing and developing articles for our Teen Blog. Participants may write about a variety of different topics that relate to teens in our area, so come with an open mind and a sharp pencil! Activity # 5379

Health/Wellness Passport Programs Hike-a-Trail

Do you love the outdoors? Or maybe you are just up for a good excursion. Join us on ‘Hike-A-Trail’ as we discover what nature has to offer.

Activity # 5380 9/13: Mason Neck Wildlife Refuge Loop and Beach Walk Lorton, Virginia (2.3 Miles) 10/11: Great Falls Park to River Bend Park Mclean, Virginia (3.8) 11/8: Pyrite Mine Loop – Prince William Forest Park Dumfries, Virginia (7.6 Miles)

Out of Season Tune-Up

Don’t wait until your sport season starts to get in shape. Wow your coaches by starting the season in tip-top shape and breeze through try-outs. Our instructor will push you physically and mentally to have prepared for any sport you play. Don’t waste time on the couch this offseason; the winning teams sure won’t be. Activity # 5381

Wes’ Workout

Come get in shape with our Teen Leader Wes! He’ll help you get faster, stronger and more agile. He will use the gym, fitness center and the

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great outdoors to help you meet your fitness goals. This class is for both athletes and beginners. Whatever type of shape you are in, come improve and have fun. Activity # 5383

Nutrition

Eating healthy can be delicious! Join our cooking teacher before her Garden to Plate class, as she teaches us the ins and outs of nutrition and health. You will learn how to make healthy food choices, while enjoying what you eat! Activity # 5384

Time to Relax

Are you stressed out? Learn techniques to calm down, relax and stay sane during a long and stressful day. Activities will include yoga, progressive muscle relaxation, and stress busting breathing exercises. Activity # 5385

Fitness Yoga

This class is perfect for rounding out a weekly workout routine! If you play sports, this class will help you build the strength, flexibility and mental focus you need to be a well-rounded athlete. Our instructor will teach you yoga moves that specifically impact and support an active lifestyle. So whether you are an experienced yogi, a seasoned athlete, or you have never come close to touching your toes, you won’t regret taking this class. Activity # 5386

Learn Something New Garden to your Plate

Learn to make tasty, yet healthy meals using some of the produce from our garden. Our instructor will lead you through the entire process from measuring, preparing, cooking, and of course, eating. This program is a teen favorite! Activity # 5387

Gardening Club

Here at the community center, we have a beautiful teen created and sustained garden. We have planted, zucchini, tomatoes, red and green peppers, radishes and more. This group will meet once a week to plant, water, weed, harvest and discuss plans for the garden. Often, we have Master Gardeners from the Prince William County Cooperative Extension. This is a great opportunity to learn and enjoy nature. Activity # 5227

American Sign Language

Do you want to be able to talk across a noisy room without making a sound? How about communicate with ease, while your mouth is full of food? Our instructor will be teaching the basics of American Sign Language through fun and interactive games. Not only will you be learning the language, you will also get the opportunity to learn about the vibrant and exciting culture of the deaf community. Activity # 5389

Bachata Dance

Come fall in love with this beautiful dance that originated in the Dominican Republic. Beginners will learn the basic steps in a fun, casual setting. Do you already know how to dance Bachata? Come enjoy the music and meet new dancers. You will be feeling the beat, moving to the rhythm and having a great time. Activity # 5617

Get Inspired!

Need some motivation to get off the couch? After Wes’s workout, he will inspire you to reach for your goals and beyond. This class will involve motivational videos, music and guest speakers that will get you out of your lazy slump. Activity # 5390

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teen recreation programs Ultimate Survival

Could you live and thrive in the wilderness without all the technologies we have today? What would happen if you were stranded in a difficult situation? Our survival expert will teach you simple tricks to live off the land and stay alive in worst case scenarios. One example involves cooking food outside with only the sun! Activity # 5391

Outdoor Explorers

The best way to learn about our world is not in the classroom, but out in nature, where we can see, touch, hear, and sometimes smell the things we are learning about. This will be a hands-on class that will focus on watersheds, water quality, ecosystems, habitats, plant and animal ID, geology and biology. All of the information being explored is geared to prepare teens for the SOLs. They will take trips to local ponds and wood lines to discover the fascinating dynamics of our community’s ecosystem. This class will not only be fun and exciting, but will take the stress out of this year’s SOL testing. Activity # 5392

Teen After-school Program MP3 (Manassas 3 O’clock Club) is a non-licensed program operated by the City of Manassas Park, Department of Parks and Recreation, that is moderately supervised for your teen to have a safe fun place to be after school. The curriculum emphasizes recreation with creative programs and materials that encourage and invite participation. Recreation leaders guide students in activities that allow the participants to learn; choosing independent activities or participating in group activities that are fun, safe, and challenging. Transportation is provided from Manassas Park Middle School to the Community Center. Included in the Teen Passport.

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M-F 2:30p-6:30p

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2014-2015 School Year $20/Month

ACTIVITY # 5129

Teen Boards and Committees Teen Advisory Committee

We are looking for outgoing teens to help shape and plan our teen programs. The Teen Advisory Board is a group of teens who want to have their voice heard. We will meet at the Community Center the first Friday of every month at 4pm.

Skate Park Committee

Do you skate? Are you ready to make a difference in Manassas Park? If you answered yes to both of those questions than we are looking for you to join our Manassas Park Skate Committee. Currently, the committee has had numerous fundraisers and we have been getting closer to our goal of a skate park back in our city. If you’re passionate about skating, than this is what you’ve been waiting for, so come join us! If you are interested in donating to the skate park, please consider purchasing one of the Manassas Park Skate Park Shirts for $10. Committee meets every third Wednesday of the month of 4:00 pm at MPCC

Teen Trainings Safe Sitter Training*

Ages 12-13. Looking to earn some extra cash? Have you ever thought about babysitting? If you’re interested than this is the course for you! In this course, taught by certified Safe Sitter instructors you will learn the basics of CPR & First Aid, how to care for children and infants and how to keep everyone safe while babysitting.

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TIME

9a-4p 9a-4p

DATE

10/25 1/17

Not included in the Teen Passport

ATHLETIC - Leagues 2013-2014 Biddy Ball

Ages 13-15. Manassas Park, Dept. of Parks and Recreation is proud to bring another thrilling season of basketball back to the community. This league is co-ed and focuses on the FUN-damentals and skill development of basketball. Team sizes are small so everyone plays and the experience for the kids is priceless.

Teams practice once a week and play games mostly on Saturdays. Age is determined by age on January 1, 2015. Dates are subject to change: Skills Assessments will be held based on age: 13-15 Year Olds, Thursday, November 20th. The Draft & Coaches Meeting will be held on November 30th. Practices will begin December 8th. Games will begin January 10th. Playoffs will begin in March.

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MP3

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TEEN ATHLETICS

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$85 per participant $85 per participant

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6p-9p 8a-6p

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COST

12/9-3/29 $65/M; $70/R; $75/NR 12/9-3/29 $65/M; $70/R; $75/NR

ACTIVITY # 5101

Instructional Classes MPCC Basketball Skills & Drills

Ages 13-15. This class will involve a combination of fitness conditioning including running, drills, stretching, exercises, circuit training and basketball drills including dribbling, passing, guarding and strategies.

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3p-4:15p

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ACTIVITY #

9/20 – 10/25 $55/M; $60/R; $65/NR 5126

Naginata

Ages 14+. Naginata is an ancient Japanese weapon used by Samurai men and women. This class will teach the martial art form of Atarashii Naginata, which is derived from these earlier arts. All experience levels welcome. Loaner equipment is available. A one-time registration fee of $60 is required. Sessions are held monthly.

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6p-8p 4p-6p 6p-8p 4p-6p 6p-8p 4p-6p 6p-8p 4p-6p 6p-8p 4p-6p 6p-8p 4p-6p

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$30/Month $30/Month $30/Month $30/Month $30/Month $30/Month $30/Month $30/Month $30/Month $30/Month $30/Month $30/Month

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adult recreation programs All Adult programs are ages 18+. Programs noted with a * are not included in the ALL ACCESS PASSPORT.

SOCIAL Adult Walking Group Are you looking to exercise and socialize at the same time? Did you know that walking can provide just as many positive health benefits as running? Walking with others can help keep you motivated, improve your accountability and meet new people with similar goals. Walking group is self-facilitated.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # W 9a-10a 9/3–2/25 FREE/M; Drop-In Rate/NR 5179 Th 7p-8p 9/4–2/26 FREE/M; Drop-In Rate/NR 5180 Country Line Dancing with Scotty Inman Get moving with a selection of simple dances set to a variety of enjoyable music and begin your exposure to some slightly more challenging dances that will prepare you for intermediate dances.

Come with a partner, or come alone. All skill levels are welcomed.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Su 1:45p-3p 9/28 – 11/30 $30/M; $40/R; $50NR 5204 Su 1:45p-3p 1/11 – 3/15 $30/M; $40/R; $50NR 5205 Parents Night Out Every now and then Mom and Dad deserve a night out on the town, especially around Valentine’s Day. Take advantage of our Parent’s Night Out, where you can drop your child off at our Community Center with our trained child care specialist. Your child(ren) will enjoy time in the gym, teen center and creating arts and crafts.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # F 6p-9p 2/13 $15/M; $18/R; $20/NR 5286 Date Night Cooking Class Come spice up your night and your taste buds at the same time.

Bring your significant other or your BFF and learn to become a culinary expert for a night.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # F 6:30p – 9p 2/20 $20/M; $27/R; $34/NR 5287

CONTINUING EDUCATION Adult Beginners American Sign Language This learner-centered course is designed for students with little or no previous knowledge of American Sign Language. Students will acquire sign vocabulary, grammar, syntax skills as well as knowledge about Deaf culture, and current topics in the Deaf community today.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Th 5:30p-7p 9/4–2/5 $70/M; $80/R; $90/NR 5181

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Understanding Your Credit Learn tips on how to manage, protect, and even improve your credit from a Certified Credit Counselor. Participants will learn about what credit is and why it is important, how to read your credit report, how your credit score is determined, the warning signs of too much debt, how to dispute any errors, and how to create a budget. Class will be taught by People Inc. DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # W 6p-8p 9/10 FREE 5188 W 11a-1p 10/8 FREE 5189 W 6p-8p 11/12 FREE 5190 W 11a-1p 12/10 FREE 5191 Sa 10a-12p 1/10 FREE 5192 W 6p-8p 2/11 FREE 5193 Resume Writing Class First impressions mean everything! When you apply for a job, the first thing employers notice is your resume. Our Certified Professional Resume Writer and Human Resources Consultant, Michelle Davis-Younger will teach you tips and techniques on how to get your resume to stand out from the crowd. MPCC DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Sa 10a–1p 9/13 $20/M; $25/R; $30NR 5196 Sa 10a–1p 10/11 $20/M; $25/R; $30NR 5197 Sa 10a–1p 11/8 $20/M; $25/R; $30NR 5198 Sa 10a–1p 12/13 $20/M; $25/R; $30NR 5199 Sa 10a–1p 1/10 $20/M; $25/R; $30NR 5200 Sa 10a–1p 2/21 $20/M; $25/R; $30NR 5201 Self Defense for Women Training scenarios will prepare participants physically and, most importantly, mentally for personal safety. The training focuses on teaching awareness of surroundings, quick decisive action and simple but effective strikes to neutralize an attack!

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Sa 10a-12p 10/11 $10/M; $12/R; $14NR 5282 Introduction to Computers This is a beginner’s class that starts from the ground up. Experienced Community Center staff will teach you the foundation of computers, software terms, and acronyms. In Level 1 you will learn how to use the Windows Operating system and use basic program features such as browsing the web and using e-mail.

Level 2 will expound on the information learned in Level 1.

Level 1 DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # W 6p-7:30p 10/1 $8/M; $10/R; $12/NR 5283 Level 2 DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # W 6p-7:30p 11/5 $8/M; $10/R; $12/NR 5621

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adult recreation programs Intro to the Internet Learn about websites, web pages, service providers, use window panes, search engines, security, email and more.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # W 6:30p–8:30p 2/25 $8/M; $10/R; $12/NR 5288

CULTURAL ARTS Paper Album Scrapbooking Do you have any favorite family photos lying around and don’t know what to do with them? Learn how to be creative with your pictures and develop your own memorable scrapbook. Instructor Marsha Melkonian has many years of experience of developing paper and digital scrapbooks and will help you create everlasting memories! A new design layout or technique will be taught each time. You will need to bring 10-20 photos, as well as punches, paper album, stickers and adhesives. If you do not have your own supplies, materials can be purchased before class for $15.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Tu 7p-9p 9/9 $15/M; $18/R; $20/NR 5182 Sa 10a-12p 10/4 $15/M; $18/R; $20/NR 5183 Tu 7p-9p 11/11 $15/M; $18/R; $20/NR 5184 Sa 10a-12p 12/6 $15/M; $18/R; $20/NR 5185 Tu 7p-9p 1/13 $15/M; $18/R; $20/NR 5186 Sa 10a-12p 2/7 $15/M; $18/R; $20/NR 5187 Adult Ballet Participants will be taught by a professional ballet dancer and learn the basics and traditions of ballet, as well as exercises to increase coordination and posture. No experience needed.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Th 5:30p-6:30p 9/11–10/30 $60/M; $70/R; $80/NR 5194 Th 5:30p-6:30p 1/8–2/26 $60/M; $70/R; $80/NR 5195 Aboriginal Sand Painting Design The Aborigines of Australia were masters of capturing dreams, stories, and history using the vivid colors of the sand throughout the region. Let the sand painting inspire you! Tell your story in paint then share it with others. Students will host their own art exhibit in the last session of the workshop.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Sa 1p-3p 9/13-10/18 $40/M; $45/R; $50N 5202 Create Your Own Decorative Plate You can enjoy the luxury of a decorative plate at your finger tips.

Let the designer in you emerge as you learn to apply your favorite fabric pattern to a plate you can take pride in displaying. Bring an old worn (scratched surface) plate along with a ½ yard of your favorite cotton fabric design and a pair of scissors. You’ll create something spectacular which you can display or give as a gift. For a more unique plate, feel free to mix and match fabrics.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Sa 9a-11a 9/20–10/18 $30/M; $35/R; $40NR 5203

Drawing Portraits with Mr. Todd Learn the step-by-step process of creating beautiful realistic portraits from your own favorite photograph or image. In this class students learn how to add the illusion of three-dimensional highlights and shadows to simple shapes with graphite. Basic facial anatomy, contrast, tone, blending and composition are discussed.

All materials will be provided for this class.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Sa 12p-1p 10/25-11/8 $35/M; $40/R; $45NR 5206 Hand Dancing Are you ready for “The best “7” steps you will ever take”?

The 7 Step Hand Dance Academy specializes in the AfricanAmerican art form of Hand Dancing. Hand dancing combines sophisticated slick moves with rhythmic footwork that allows dancers to blend their creative talents into showcase artistry. Beginner and advanced beginner classes are available. To register please contact Ray Morton at rstrdm@aol.com. MPCC Beginners DAY TIME __ DATE COST Su 2:30p-3:30p 10/26–12/21 $100 Su 2:30p-3:30p 1/4-3/23 $100 Intermediate Level 1 DAY TIME __ DATE COST Su 3:30p-4:30p 10/26–12/21 $100 Su 3:30p-4:30p 1/4-3/23 $100 Intermediate Lvel 2 DAY TIME __ DATE COST Su 4:30p-5:30p 10/26–12/21 $100 Su 4:30p-5:30p 1/4-3/23 $100 Talking Turkey Thanksgiving celebrations are full of family fun. Why not enjoy a new holiday decoration with a milk-jug mask turkey. It can’t be eaten, or worn, but students can sure talk about how they did it! Students choose from two workshops: a half bird or whole bird. Each person should bring one cleaned gallon milk jug and one half gallon jug cleaned, dried and ready to cut and one wire hanger.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Sa 1p-3p 11/15 $15/M; $18/R; $20NR 5279 Dance Chorography Workshop Participants will learn how to manipulate space between dancers on the stage, how to use music to enhance a dance, and different theories about movement in general. Class will be taught by The Virginia Commission of the Arts Fellow for Choreography and Manassas Ballet dancer/choreographer, William Smith. A basic understanding of dance is required.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Su 4p-5:50p 11/16 $15/M; $18/R; $20NR 5280

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adult recreation programs Christmas Tree Decorations Refresh your Christmas tree this year! Find new ideas for those old Christmas tree ornaments in this one day workshop. From old pieces of jewelry you once loved, to left over fabric bows and ribbons, your discarded treasure will be put to good use to create something you can treasure for years!

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Sa 10a-12p 12/6 $17/M; $22/R; $26NR 5281 Holiday Art with Mr. Todd Give the gift of art this season. Studends will learn some of the finer techniques of using watercolor cakes and watercolor pencils to create a stunning work of art. Techniques that will be covered include masking, wax resist, graduated washes and more.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Sa 11a – 1:30p 12/13 $15/M; $20/R; $25NR 5284 Art Sparks Spark your creative side in this free-form art class. Several mediums of art will be covered from week to week. Students experiment with clay, pencils, paint, and other forms of art.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Sa 12:30p – 1:30p 1/17 – 2/7 $45/M; $55/R; $65/NR 5285

Culinary Arts with The Aubergine Chef, Jason Shriner (as featured in Rachael Ray Magazine) Johnson and Wales graduate, Jason Shriner, makes baking professional recipes from scratch easy and accessible, giving hands on instruction during his in-depth classes. His online video food blog, The Aubergine Chef, has reached over a million views on YouTube and has been featured in Every Day with Rachael Ray Magazine, Prince William Living Magazine, and Bristow Beat. Potomac Local has featured Jason in their ’40 under 40’. This award names the top 40 talented professionals under the age of 40 in the county. For class supply lists visit: www.theauberginechef.com/classes/supply-lists/ Cream Pies Pastry cream is the quintessential filling in the bake shop and is used in so many different products. In this class, each student will make one pie and will have the choice to flavor it as coconut, chocolate, or banana. If time permits, we will also learn how to make chocolate butterflies to decorate the pies.

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Croissants and Pain au Chocolat In this class students make croissant dough from scratch. On day one you will make the croissant dough and on day two you will shape and bake off the croissants. Rumor has it ‘cronuts’ may make an appearance.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # M & Tu 6:30p-9p 9/8 – 9/9 $60 5289 Candied and Caramel Apples Making homemade candied and caramel apples is easy and they taste better than store bought! You’ll also learn how to experiment and customize the recipe to create unique flavor combinations that are sure to wow your friends and family.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # F 6:30p-9p 9/19 $40 5290 Cake Decorating 101: Buttercream Flower Basics In this class students will focus entirely on how to make Swiss buttercream and learn how to pipe flowers like sunflowers, water lilies, poinsettias, drop flowers, rose swirls, daffodils, and daisies.

Students can bring in cupcakes to decorate or a base iced cake to decorate.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # W 6:30p-9p 9/24 $45 5291 M 6:30p-9p 1/5 $45 5292 Cake Decorating 201: Start to Finish Students will bake their chocolate layers and make Swiss buttercream icing from scratch on day one. On day two students ice their cakes and finish with techniques learned in the 100 series classes. Students must bring their own stand mixer to class.

Students are expected to know how to make Swiss Buttercream with little direction.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # M & Tu 6:30p-9p 9/29 – 9/30 $60 5293 Brown Butter Sage Cake Push your boundaries and explore how to combine sweet and savory! This delicious cake is perfect for holidays and get-togethers and will be sure to impress your guests.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Tu & W 6:30p-9p 10/7 – 10/8 $60 5294 Cream Puffs and Éclairs Students will learn how to make pate a choux and diplomat cream from scratch to make and fill their own cream puffs and éclairs.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Th 6:30p-9p 10/16 $45 5295 M 6:30p – 9p 1/19 $45 5296

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adult recreation programs Cake Decorating 102: Advanced Buttercream Techniques In this class we focus entirely on how to make Swiss buttercream and learn how to pipe flowers like chrysanthemums, carnations, orchids, hydrangeas, violets, and cacti. We’ll also learn how to make two tone flowers and, if time allows, pipe basket weaves.

Students can bring in cupcakes to decorate or a base iced cake to decorate.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # M 6:30p-9p 10/20 $45 5297 Th 6:30p-9p 2/19 $45 5298

also ships well to relatives! We’ll also make seasonally flavored crepes.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # M 6:30p-9p 11/24 $45 5321 Cake Decorating 103: Rose Sprays This class focuses entirely on how to make Swiss buttercream and learn how to pipe decorations like shell borders, lettering, and roses on cake boards for practice. Students can bring in cupcakes or a base iced cake to decorate.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # F 6:30p-9p 12/5 $45 5323 M 6:30p-9p 2/23 $45 5324

11 Dessert Sauces Never buy a sauce from the grocery store again! Students will learn how to make the following sauces from scratch: Fruit reduction, Wine reduction, citrus curd, crème anglais, sabayon, blueberry confit, caramel sauce, chocolate sauce, pastry cream sauce, ganache, and fruit compote. Each student will take turns making one sauce.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # W 6p-9p 10/29 $60 5299

Buche de Noel A classic way to style up a roulade, or rolled cake for the holiday season. In this class we will make the vanilla cake and chocolate icing from scratch and decorate the cakes as Yule logs.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Th 6p-9p 12/11 $60 5326

Puff Pastry In this class you’ll make a puff pastry from scratch. Puff pastry is the very flaky pastry used to make sweet and savory turnovers, sacristans, and palmiers. On day one students will make the puff pastry and the fillings for our pastries. On day two students will fill and bake their pastries.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # M & Tu 6:30p-9p 11/3 – 11/4 $60 5300

Peanut Butter Pie In this class students will make a cookie crumb crust, chocolate pastry cream, peanut butter mousse, and chantilly cream from scratch and assemble the components into a Peanut Butter Pie. If time permits, we will also cover how to make large chocolate curls for decorating.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # W 6p-9p 12/17 $45 5328

Cake Decorating 202: Vertical Layer Cakes Students will bake their vanilla cake layers and make Swiss buttercream icing from scratch on day one. On day two students will assemble, ice, and decorate their cakes with techniques learned in the 100 series classes. Students must bring their own stand mixer to class. Students are expected to know how to make Swiss buttercream with little direction.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Th & F 6:30p-9p 11/13 – 11/14 $60 5307

Baking for Breakfast – Blueberry Muffins and Quiche Baking in the morning doesn’t have to be difficult! In this class students will make inviting blueberry muffins from scratch as well as quiche – a baked good perfect for breakfast, lunch, and dinner!

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # M 6:30p-9p 12/22 $45 5329

Lattice Apple Pie In this class students will make pie dough and apple pie filling from scratch and learn how to assemble a lattice pie. The instructor will also share how to make a streusel topping and a double crust pie.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # W 6p-9p 11/19 $45 5319 Baking for Breakfast – Pumpkin Scones and Crepes Baking in the morning doesn’t have to be difficult! In this class students will make pumpkin scones, a seasonal favorite, that

Cake Decorating 203: Blending Techniques Have you ever noticed how similar icing is to paint? By combining blending and piping techniques, you can create completely edible works of art – without fondant! Students will bake their vanilla cake layers and make Swiss buttercream icing from scratch on day one. On day two students will assemble, ice, and decorate their cakes with techniques learned in the 100 series classes.

Students must bring their own stand mixer to class. Students are expected to know how to make Swiss buttercream with little direction.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # W & Th 6:30p-9p 1/14 – 1/15 $60 5331

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adult recreation programs Buttercream, 5 Ways Playfully called, “Comparative analysis of buttercream.” Students will learn how to make 5 different kinds of buttercream from scratch: American, Swiss, German, Italian, and French. Students will then be able to compare each icing to one another by taste, difficulty of making, and other factors such as best use and cost. Students are encouraged to bring in cupcakes to decorate in order to take finished product home.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # F 6p-9p 1/30 $45 5333 Chocolate Mousse Cake In this class each student will make a chocolate mousse cake.

Together students will bake devil’s food chocolate cake, divide each layer in half, and then fill their cake pans with chocolate mousse. After freezing thoroughly, the cakes will be topped and released from the molds.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # M & Tu 6p-9p 2/2-2/3 $60 5334 Chocolate Truffles Making your own chocolate truffles is easy and customizing the flavors is fun. In this class, students will make milk chocolate butter ganache and learn the quick method for coating truffles.

Students will also be able to coat their truffles with cocoa powder, wasabi powder, powdered sugar, cayenne pepper, or lemon zest.

Students are encouraged to bring in extra flavor ingredients they would like to experiment with.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # W 6p-9p 2/11 $45 5335 Turtle Pie In this class students will make a cookie crumb crust, toast pecans, make chocolate mousse, and chantilly cream from scratch and assemble the components in a Turtle Pie. If time permits, we will also cover how to make large chocolate curls for decorating.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # F 6p-9p 2/27 $45 5336 Cookie and Cupcake Decorating with Amy Fisher Experienced culinary artist Amy Fisher will teach you how to decorate cookies like a professional. Amy has worked in bakeries decorating cookies, cakes and pastries from all over Northern VA to New York City. Whether you come to this class with friends, family, or by yourself you will be guaranteed to have a good time.

All cookies will be baked ahead of time, and Amy will show you how to decorate the cookies to make them look just as sweet as they taste.

Halloween Cookie Decorating DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Th 7p-9:30p 10/9 $30 5337

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Thanksgiving Cookie Decorating DAY TIME DATE COST W 7p-9:30p 11/12 $30 Christmas Cookie Decorating DAY TIME DATE COST T 7p-9:30p 12/18 $30

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Communication Improvement Classes with Peggy Kimmey Peggy “Take the ‘eek’ Out of Public Speaking” Kimmey guiders her audiences on a journey to the core of their message so they can transform their presentation into a conversation. Her goal is to ensure that the message the speaker SHARES is the same one that the audience HEARS. Kimmey works with communicators at all levels, from sales and support staff to managers and executives, expressing themselves at meetings, teleconferences, in videos or on Television. The mission is still the same: authentic, audience-centric, result producing two-way communication.

“7 Steps to take the EEK out of Public Speaking” – English Version Does the thought of public speaking make you nervous and tremble? Believe it or not, public speaking is ranked as one of people’s biggest fears. Worry no more, as Peggy Kimmey will guide you through her infamous “7 Steps to take the EEK out of Public Speaking”. Peggy will provide you with the tools and confidence that you need to deliver that perfect speech next time you have to go in front of an audience.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Sa 10a – 12p 9/6 $20 5344 Th 7p – 9p 9/18 $20 5345 Sa 10a – 12p 11/1 $20 5346 Th 7p – 9p 11/20 $20 5347 Sa 10a – 12p 1/3 $20 5348 Th 7p – 9p 1/15 $20 5349

“7 Pasos para no temerle mas al Hablar en Público” – Versión en Español ¿El pensamiento de hablar en publico te pone nervioso y te hace temblar? Creanlo o no, hablar en público es catalogado como uno de los miedos más grande de la gente. Pero no se preocupe más, por que Peggy Kimmey le guiará a través de su famoso “7 Pasos para no temerle mas al Hablar en Público” Peggy le proporcionará las herramientas y la confianza que usted necesita, para dar ese discurso perfecto la próxima vez que tenga que ir frente a una audiencia.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Sa 10a – 12p 10/4 $20 5350 Ju 7p – 9p 10/16 $20 5351 Sa 10a – 12p 12/6 $20 5352 Ju 7p – 9p 12/18 $20 5353

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Photography Classes with Mollie Tobias Mollie Tobias is a photographic artist who is passionate about the value of experiences, relationships, and cake. She has been photographing weddings, families, babies, and children with her company Mollie Tobias Photography since 2009.

She was voted “Best of Weddings” by The Knot Magazine and her work has been featured in print and online in more than a dozen places, including The DC Ladies and Prince William Magazine where she is a contributor. Her style is selfdescribed as “irreverently romantic” and she brings the same laid-back, accessible attitude to her classes.

Waterfall Photography at Great Falls Park Students will leave the community center promptly at 5:30pm to venture to Great Falls Park and practice nature and waterfall photography. Students will be staying in the park until dark. A tripod is recommended for this class as you will be using longer exposures.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Su 5:30p-8:30p 9/7 $15/M; $18/R; $21/NR 5356 Photography Challenge and Critique This program will begin with a series of photography challenges for students to exercise their creativity and skills. After dark falls, students will head inside and host a photo critique of eachothers photos. Students may have the photos that they took that day critiqued or they may bring in photos they have taken outside of class for constructive criticism and feedback, The second portion of the class will be a group style discussion.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Th 5:30p-8p 10/9 $18/M; $21/R; $24/NR 5357 Photography at the STEVEN F. UDVAR-HAZY CENTER Students will be leaving the community center promptly at 3:00 to travel to the Air and Space Museum where you will photograph until they close at 5:30pm.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Su 3p-6p 11/9 $15/M; $18/R; $21/NR 5358 Sunrise shoot at Manassas Battlefield Park Sunrise and sunset are the times of day that paint landscapes with beautiful golden light and yield the most stunning landscapes. Join us by waking up early for this landscape photography class at one of the areas premiere landmarks! Tripod is recommended for this class. Be sure to wear good walking shoes as some exploration of the park is encouraged. PLEASE NOTE: Students will be meeting at the Manassas Battlefield Park Henry Hill Visitor Center at 6:45am. For GPS devices, the mail-

ing address of the Henry Hill Visitor Center is: 6511 Sudley Road Manassas, VA 20109 DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Su 6:45a-8:45a 12/14 $15/M; $18/R; $21/NR 5359 Photography at Luray Caverns Luray Caverns, the largest natural caverns on the East coast, is a natural wonder that every photographer will love. Come explore this subterranean wonder. Tripods recommended. Students will leave the community center at noon and arrive back around 5:30pm. Entrance fee is $24 per person.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Su 12p-5:30p 1/18 $18/M; $21/R; $24/NR 5360 Meadowlark Botanical Gardens Beauty, conservation, education and discovery flourish throughout the year at this 95 acre complex of large ornamental display gardens and unique native plant collections. Students will depart the community center at 2pm and arrive back around 6pm. Entrance fee of $5 per person.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Su 2p-6p 2/8 $18/M; $21/R; $24/NR 5361

ATHLETICS - Events Winter Classic Co-Ed Dodgeball Tournament

Duck! Throw! Dodge! Dodgeball is here at MPCC. Gather your buddies and come out for an action packed fun filled day of old school Dodgeball. Teams must provide uniforms! You’ll need 6 players for your team and 2 must be Female.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Su 1p-5p 12/21 $100/Team 5107

Fall Costume Kickball Tournament

Is your inner child screaming to play a fun sport? Get dressed up in your Halloween costume and come play a fun game of kickball. You’ll need to get 7 friends to play. Costumes a plus but not a must!

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # SA 12p-5p 11/1 $75/Team 5106

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adult recreation programs Leagues Fall Open Basketball League

The Manassas Park Adult Basketball League is one of the fastest growing, and most competitive basketball leagues in the area.

Does your team have what it takes to hold up the championship trophy? If you think so, then come be a part of the 2014 Fall Basketball Season. Each team will play eight games. Games will be played 2x a week. Dates are subject to change. Teams must pay registration fee before the first scheduled game!!! Games will be played at 7, 8 or 9pm.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # M/W 7p / 8p /9p games 10/1 -12/3 $550 5110

Fall Over 35 Basketball League

The Manassas Park over 35 is one of the fastest growing basketball leagues in the area. If you’d like to compete but would rather lace up against someone your own size: join in our Over 35 League. Games are played on Thursdays. You will play eight regular season games; followed by playoffs. Dates are subject to change. Teams must pay registration fee before the first scheduled game!!! Games will be played at 7, 8 or 9pm.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Th 8p /9p games 10/2-12/4 $550 5111

WCRB Adult Karate

There will be emphasis on spatial awareness, self-discipline, & self defense, students will learn a mixture of several different art forms. Students will be empowered and excited to rise to the challenge of this class. In addition, advanced belts will have the opportunity to learn Weapons and be a part of our PITI program.

This is a Belt class from white to black with testing two to four times a year.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # M 8p – 8:50p September $50/1 Class 5221 M 8p – 8:50p October $50/1 Class 5222 M 8p – 8:50p November $50/1 Class 5223 M 8p – 8:50p December $50/1 Class 5224 M 8p – 8:50p January $50/1 Class 5225 M 8p – 8:50p February $50/1 Class 5226

Adult Actors Stage Combat Training

Master Geoff’s Stage Combat Training class is designed to train participants to create the illusion of physical combat without causing harm to the performers. If you are into theater, acting, choreography and martial arts then this class is perfect for you.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # T 7p – 8p 10/21-12/9 $90.00 5229

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WCRB Women’s Self Defense Class This self-defense class is designed to make you more aware, prepared, and ready for any situation that may occur in your everyday life on any given day. Students will learn to de-escalate or escape potentially violent situations through assertiveness, confrontation and self-defense techniques.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # T 7p – 8p 9/9-10/14 $90.00 5230 T 7p – 8p 1/6-2/24 $90.00 5231

Drop-In Activities Indoor Soccer Drop-In

We’ve brought soccer inside the gym, so you can play soccer all evening long. Pick-up games will be self-officiated and played to 3 goals. MPCC, Gymnasium Drop-in rate applies Members play at no cost.

DAY TIME DATE COST F 8-10pm On-Going $4 R / $5 NR

Basketball Drop-In

Every Tuesday Night & Saturday Afternoon, come down to the Community Center to hoop it up with friends. Pick-up games are played to 13 and are participant-officiated. MPCC, Gymnasium Drop-in rate applies Members play at no cost.

DAY TIME DATE COST Tu 7-10pm On-Going $4 R / $5 NR SA 3-6pm On-Going $4 R / $5 NR

Volleyball Drop-in

Want to play volleyball but have no place to play? Well every Sunday afternoon you can bring your friends and play volleyball inside the Community Center gym. Pick-up games will be selfofficiated and played to 12 points. MPCC, Gymnasium Drop-in rate applies Members play at no cost.

DAY TIME DATE COST Su 4-6pm On-Going $4 R / $5 NR

Table Tennis Drop-in

Test your skills playing everyone’s favorite game, table tennis. All ages are welcome to join the fun on Tuesday evenings from 6:30 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. and Sunday afternoons from 3:00pm until 5:30pm. This drop-in program, at the Manassas Park Community Center, is free of charge for members. Simply bring your paddle and table tennis balls and be ready to play! Drop-in rate applies Members play at no cost.

DAY TIME DATE COST Tu 6:30p-9p On-Going $4 R / $5 NR Su 3p -5:30p On-Going $4 R / $5 NR

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Manassas Park Senior Passport

All classes are included FREE of charge for senior passport members. Our Seniors Passport Program is only $30 per year!

To be eligible for this Passport Membership, you must be 65 years of age. Membership includes all the benefits of the Fitness PLUS Membership, as well as the splash membership and access to all senior programs at no additional charge. Enjoy our potlucks, the wellness center, pool, active aging programs and more! Non-members may enroll in any of these classes individually by paying the $2 daily drop-in rate. *Times, dates, and activities are subject to change.

Transportation is available for residents of Park Place Senior Apartments on Mondays, Wednesdays and Friday with pick-up times at 8:45am and 11:45am, and drop-off times at 11:40am and 2pm. Please keep in mind that meals are not currently provided at the Manassas Park Community Center, therefore participants attending from 8:45am-2pm will need to provide their own lunch. *Transportation availability, times and locations are subject to change.

For specific programming details such as trip locations, movie selections, and lecture presenters, please refer to the senior’s bulletin board in the lobby of the Community Center.

MONDAY ACTIVE AGING

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

Aquasize 9:30a-10:20a

Table Tennis 8:45a-10:15a

Walking Club 9a-10a

Restorative Aquafit 10:30a-11:20a

Seniors Yoga 10:45a-11:30a

Pickleball 10:30a-12p

Senior Strength & Stretch 10a-10:50a

Chess 11:30a-12:30p

Gardening Gurus 9a-10a

Book Discussion Group + 9a-10:15a

News Flow 8:30a-10a

SOCIAL

Board Games and Cards 11a-1p

CONTINUING EDUCATION

New School Skills + 12:30p-1:15p

Widow/Widowers Support Group 11a-12p Scrapbooking+ 11a-1p Tuesday Trivia 10:30a-11:30a

Senior Socials 10:30a-12p Lunch and Learn+ 12:30p-1:30p

Scrabble Club 11a-12:30p Piano/Keyboard Lessons 11:30a-12:30p

FRIDAY Personalized Circuit Training 10a-10:45a Wii Fitness 11a-12p Craft Workshop 10a-11:15a Senior Potluck Dinner + 4:30p-6p Beginning Drawing 12p-1p

+Programs Occur Monthly, See Description and Senior bulletin board for details.

Active Aging Aquasize

Seniors Yoga

Take a step into the pool to keep up your muscle tone and get the low impact full body exercise you’ve been looking for.

Flexibility and strengthening your core are keys to this class that is specifically for our seniors, the class is easily adjusted for people that have limited mobility as well.

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senior recreation programs Table Tennis

Join in the fun and volley the ball with your friends a bit to work up a sweat. If you’d like to practice you could also fold up the table and hit to yourself for awhile.

Pickle Ball

It’s contagious! Its fun; and you will get hooked! Pickleball is a sport described as “a combination of tennis, and badminton” and it’s a great way to get exercise. Come play the game that everyone is talking about. Activity #5434

Walking Club

Some things are better with friends. Walking is one of those things.

Walking is one of the most effective forms of physical activity that provides you with plenty of health benefits. Walk around the Community Center and the grounds of Costello Park to achieve set goals, improve your all-around health and of course socialize.

Activity #5179

Senior Strength & Stretch

A Community Center favorite among the seniors here! This class is geared to seniors of all shapes, sizes, and mobility levels. You’ll be able to get a great work-out that is low impact enough to meet needs and provide a challenging work-out to boot.

Restorative Aquafit

This is another pool exercise class that puts the needs of participants into action by making it low impact exercise that anyone can handle.

Chess

One of the world’s best strategy games! Bring a friend or two to the Community Center and enjoy a quiet game of chess, and see if you have what it takes to get ‘checkmate’. Activity #5462

Personalized Circuit Training

This circuit training is individualized to fit your personal goals. It will include warm-ups, exercise for strength, flexibility, balance and cool down.

Wii-U Fitness

Remember when action packed video games consisted of frogs crossing the street? Well, we have the newest technology in video gaming, which will allow you to get an excellent workout through virtual gaming and have fun at the same time. Activity #5463

Senior Games

The Northern Virginia Senior Games will test your ability to run, swim and play pickle ball among other activities. For more details and information on the Senior Games, please see the senior’s bulletin board.

Social Opportunities News Flow

Participate in an active discussion of current events – local, national and international. This is a great opportunity to learn about ‘the rest of the story’. Coffee will be available, to accompany the spirited discussion. Activity #5465

Board Games and Cards

Do you miss playing the classic board games like Monopoly, and Parcheesi? What about timeless card games like Pinochle, Bridge and Rummy? Every Tuesday you can enjoy a good board or card game with friends. Program is self-facilitated. Activity #5467

Widow/Widowers Support Group

This is an interactive support group that will help you deal with the grieving process. In this group you will find compassion, support, understanding and education. Activity #5469

Scrapbooking

Come bring your pictures and keepsakes to make everlasting memories in our scrapbooking class. Our experienced instructor Marsha Melkonian will be on hand to help you with your scrapbooking and photo organizing needs. Class will be held every first Monday of the month. Activity #5471

Gardening Gurus

Do you have a green thumb? Then join our gardening group that will be assisting with the upkeep of our landscapes. And during the colder months we are going to be coming indoors for window garden creations and plan for spring beautification goals. Activity #5474

Senior Socials

One of the longest running programs in Manassas Park! If you are you excited to meet with new and old friends to talk about the day’s events; or want to work on a project that encourages your creative touch, than this social group is perfect for you? We will work on craft projects, play games and socialize every Wednesday. Activity #5476

Book Discussion Group +

The Manassas Park Community Center’s book club is a group of avid readers that meet monthly to discuss an assigned book in order to reach new levels of literary understanding as well as share jovial comments with each other. This group is open to all

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senior recreation programs Lunch and Learn +

seniors who wish to attend.

Books include: The Gift of Rain by Tan Twan Eng A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith The Wild Iris by Louise Gluck The Sun Also Rises by Ernest Hemingway This Side of Paradise by F. Scott Fitzgerald Activity #5477

An informative monthly session that is free and open to all. Each session we present a different speaker that provides a lively presentation on a topic of interest. Bring your lunch and join the conversation. Coffee will be available. Participants must pre-register.

Activity #5482

Piano/Keyboard Lessons

Scrabble Club

Let Scrabble test your vocabulary. Our club meets each Thursday of the month. Activity #5478

Craft Workshop

Are you the artsy type? Do you enjoy the creativity that crafts allow you to explore? In this workshop we will make a new craft each week; many of them will be seasonal and can be used as gifts for friends and family. Activity #5479

We should never stop learning! This saying is true all throughout every phase of life. If you’re interested in learning something new, how about trying piano/keyboard lessons. It doesn’t matter if you have taken lessons before, or are a novice to the piano.

All skills levels are encouraged to participate. Participants must Pre-register. Activity #5485

Beginning Drawing with Mr. Todd

Drawing uses the very simplest tools and is the most basic of the art forms, yet it can also be the most intimidating. Students will improve both drawing and observation skills by learning about the fundamentals of line, shape, value, perspective and proportion. This is a fun, low-pressure, relaxing class, no experience, or drawing ability is required! Activity #5487

Senior Opportunities at the Manassas Park Community Center Senior Citizen Volunteers

Volunteers are an essential part of Manassas Park programs and activities. Help is needed in various capacities: from working in the computer lab, monitoring Kids Korner, to party and activity organizers, to strategic planners, board members and advocates.

Speak to Tony Thomas at (703) 335-8872 to find out how you can get involved.

Seniors Advisory Committee Senior Potluck Dinner +

On the 3rd Friday of the Month, don’t forget to stop by our community potluck dinner to chat with friends, meet new ones and share your culinary skills with others.

The Senior Advisory Committee will meet the 4th Wednesday of each month at 12:30 pm at the Manassas Park Community Center. The public is welcome to attend and make comments and suggestions. Meeting Dates: 9/24, 10/22, 1/28, 2/25. If you are interested, please contact the Community Center at 703.335.8872

Continuing Education New School Skills +

Do you desire to learn how to use a computer, a particular program on a laptop, or just trying to figure out how to send an e-mail? This monthly class will show you everything you need to know about the computer and smartphones to get you up to speed. Activity #5480

Tuesday Trivia

Who’s better at trivia, the men or women? This age old question will be answered every Tuesday as we separate into teams of men vs. women to answer questions such as: Which president of the United States was in office from January 20, 1953 to January 20, 1961? And which television game show first aired in 1956 and is still running today? Activity #5481 www.ManassasParkCommunityCenter.com • 703.335.8872

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therapeutic recreation programs GENERAL Manassas Park Buddy Club Ages 17+. This one of a kind, special program is a self facilitated adult social group. This program is designed to meet the needs of individuals with developmental/cognitive disabilities. Daily activities include arts and crafts, fitness classes, movies, computer and video games. Buddies will also have access to the wellness center and the pool. $2 Drop in rate for Non-Members.

DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # M/T/Th

10a-2:30p

On-Going

$20/Month

T/F T/F T/F T/F T/F T/F

10/7-10/31 11/4-11/20* 12/2-12/20* 1/5-1/30 2/2-2/27 3/2-3/27

*this session only has 6 lessons: $35

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Take One Drama Troupe Ages 17+. The Take One Drama Troupe is a group of talented individuals with developmental/cognitive disabilities. Practices will be held at the Manassas Park Community Center on Wednesdays from 6-7pm. If you are interested in participating in any of the shows, or would like information on play and practice dates, contact Tony Thomas at t.thomas@manassasparkva.gov or 703.335.8872. The cost to participate in each show is $75 per participant. Activity #5620 Fall Show Practices at MPCC: Every Wednesday starting 10/1-12/10 from 6p-7p Fall Show Practices at MPMS: 12/4 and 12/11 from 6p-7p Cost: $75 per participant.

Fall Show: 12/12 at MPMS 7p

ADAPTIVE ATHLETICS Fall Miracle League Ages 6-17. The Miracle League Baseball program is a specially designed program for people with mental & physical disabilities to play America’s past time. Our special field is rubberized so it’s made specifically for individuals with wheelchairs, crutches, and visual impairments in mind. “If I were to tell you about an organized youth baseball league, you might call it ordinary. If I were to tell you the athletes are physically and mentally challenged, you might call it touching. If you were to see them play, you would call it a Miracle!” Location: Miracle Field DAY TIME DATE COST ACTIVITY # Su 1p-3p 9/28-11/2 $25/player 5109

AQUATIC Adapted Aquatics Ages 5-18. We have designed a swimming program for individuals with special needs to be able to learn water safety, swim techniques and to feel comfortable in the water. Each participant must have an aid (or parent) in the water with them during the lesson. Aids can be provided at no additional charge if arranged with the Aquatics Supervisor in advance. Contact Sarah Barnett at 703.335.8872 or s.barnett@manassasparkva.gov DAY TIME DATES ACTIVITY # T/F 4:30p 9/8-10/3 4770

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