Spring 2023 MOSAIC

The Manassas Park

MOSAIC A Directory of Programs and Activities: Spring 2023 City of Manassas Park: Department of Parks and Recreation

WHAT’S INSIDE:

PRESCHOOL AND YOUTH PROGRAMS

Lil Sprouts Cooking • Me Gusta Spanish • Canvas Paint Tutorial

TEEN PROGRAMS

March Madness • Movie Mondays • LGBTQ+ Fridays

ADULT & SENIOR PROGRAMS

Senior Socials • Adult www.ManassasParkCommunityCenter.com MMA • Spring Classic Dodgeball Tournnament • 703.335.8872

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table of

contents About Us...................................................................4 Facility Rentals........................................................5 Parks and Facilities.................................................6 Membership Rates...................................................8 Personal Training...................................................10 Group Exercise Calendar........................................11 Swim Lessons........................................................12 Aquatic Information...............................................14 Sharks Swim Team................................................15 Bust The Rust Swim Meet.....................................16 Chalk Festival........................................................17 Summer Camps.....................................................18 Preschool Programs..............................................19 School Age Programs............................................20 Teen Programs.......................................................22 Adult Programs......................................................25 Senior Programs....................................................26 Therapeutic Programs...........................................28 Spring Events.........................................................29

we are an omnilink on demand bus stop Simply tell your driver you’d like to stop at the Community Center. For more information please contact us or visit the Community Center.

Contact us at: DPR@manassasparkva.gov 703.335.8872

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Visit us at: 99 Adams Street Manassas Park, VA 20111

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hours of operation Community Center Hours: Monday – Friday: 8:00am – 9:00pm* Saturday: 7:00am – 7:00pm* Sunday: 10:00am – 6:00pm* Administrative Office Hours: Monday – Friday: 8:30am – 5:00pm ALL PARKS OPEN DAILY DAWN UNTIL DUSK. *Pools will close 1/2 hour prior to building closing.

at a glance The Department of Parks and Recreation maintains Costello Park, the Manassas Park Community Center, Signal Hill Park, Signal Bay Waterpark, Manassas Park City Library, Blooms Park, the City’s historical sites, and block parks. The Community Center features two full basketball courts, an indoor pool, fitness rooms, and rental spaces including a 3,480 sq. ft. banquet hall.

As we continue Shaping the Future®, we welcome and encourage citizens to contact the Front Desk at 703.335.8872 with suggestions or submit your comments online at www.mpdpr.com. As always, thanks for your continued support of the Parks and Recreation Department.

dignitaries & MAYOR

our

staff community partners

The Honorable Jeanette Rishell

VICE MAYOR

The Honorable Alanna Mensing

GOVERNING BODY Yesy Amaya Michael Carrera Laura Hampton Haseeb Javed Darryl Moore

CITY MANAGER Laszlo Palko

PARKS AND RECREATION DIRECTOR Jay Swisher

OPERATIONS/AQUATICS MANAGER Sarah Barnett

RECREATION SUPERVISOR Mike Arrington

SENIOR RECREATION SPECIALIST Sue Jurjevic

RECREATION SPECIALIST YOUTH PROGRAMS AND CAMPS Samantha Bryan

RECREATION SPECIALIST SPECIAL EVENTS Kaitlyn Collier

AQUATICS SPECIALIST Grace Cruz

RECREATION SPECIALIST PRESCHOOL Arely Angel

PRESCHOOL TEACHER Ragan Rohland

PARK MANAGERS AJ Tibbs Alfredo Trevino

MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR Randy Breeden

CUSTODIANS

Maritza Hernandez Morena Canales

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 community.

We are proud of our community partners: ACTS (Action in Community Through Service) The ARC of Greater Prince William County Center for the Arts The Child Protective Partnership (CCP) Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Disabilities Service Board FAPT (Family Action Planning Team) George Mason University GRIT (Gang Resistance and Intervention Team) House of Mercy Independence Empowerment Center Insight Manassas Park City Schools Manassas Park Social Services MetroDC PFLAG National Youth Sports Strategy (NYSS) The Prevention Alliance Prince William Chamber of Commerce Prince William County Community Services Prince William County Department of Juvenile Justice Prince William County HeadStart Prince William County Health District SERVE (Securing Emergency Resources Through Volunteer Efforts) SSI Career Resource Center Team Quest Virginia Cooperative Extension Voluntary Action Center

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

ADMINISTRATIVE/CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGER Amelia Powell

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Annette Starr

FRONT DESK SUPERVISOR Dawn Henry

MARKETING MANAGER Loren Luck

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about

us

The City of Manassas Park, 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. 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 online 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. All credit card transactions are assessed a 3% + $0.30 fee.

Cancellations The Department of Parks and 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 and Recreation, classes/ programs/events/facilities are open to all individuals regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Every reasonable effort will be made to provide accommodations based on individual need. Please contact the Recreation Services Supervisor 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 online directory and registration process for our programs. All times and programs are subject to change. Visit us online at www.ManassasParkCommunityCenter.com or visit the front desk for the most current information.

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mission statement &

core values It is our mission to provide 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.

Environment Providing leadership in conserving natural resources and looking for new and better ways to be environmentally friendly.

Accessibility Offering all segments of the community a high level of physical, social, and economic access to our programs and facilities.

People Enhancing the quality of people’s emotional, physical, and social well being to promote their personal growth through play, discovery, enrichment, and learning.

Partnership Building partnerships to address common issues, promote mutual interests, benefit our community, and enhance the quality of life in Manassas Park.

Community Promoting healthy lifestyles, strengthening our families, maintaining community assets, good stewardship of our parks and open space, and fostering a sense of community pride and common purpose.

Diversity Creating a better understanding and appreciation of our human diversity as we embrace the preservation of human dignity, and we recognize our role in this community driven effort through leisure opportunities.

Excellence Striving to be leaders in our organization and in our community through transparent, ethical, and accountable decision making.

Innovation Upholding the tradition of creative thinking, trendsetting, and calculated risk taking.

rental

accommodations PERFECT FOR

When you rent at the Manassas Park Community Center, you can rest assured your event will be a success. A list of local preferred vendors, which includes caterers, is provided with every booking. Does your event require multiple rooms? Our building is perfect for events that need break out rooms or dressing rooms. Additional spaces can be easily added onto your rental for the same low hourly rate.

When you’re ready to tour our facilities, contact Amelia Powell at A.Powell@manassasparkva.gov. You can also take a 360-degree virtual tour on our website at www.mpdpr.com/tour.

Banquet Hall Accommodations

Multi-Purpose Room Accommodations

3,480 Sq. Ft. 71’ x 49’ Seating for up to 230 people

Seating for 35

Conference Room Accommodations Seating for 16 – 23 people

Half Banquet Hall Seating for up to 115 people

Gymnasium Accommodations

*Caterer’s Kitchen available for use with Banquet Hall Facilities. *Pre-function and patio areas available for the Banquet Hall Facilities.

Kitchen Accommodations Spacious gourmet kitchen featuring: Stove, convection ovens, warming ovens, ice machine, and stainless steel tables (2) Entrances for concurrent events

Ask us about our quinceañera packages!

• Wedding Receptions • Engagement Parties • Anniversary Parties • Quinceañeras • Birthday Parties • Baby Showers • Holiday Parties • Cultural Events • Fundraising Galas • Meetings • Trainings • Luncheons • Team Building Retreats • Conventions • Awards Banquets • Athletic Events

Whole gym 1000 people ½ gym (full court) 500 people ¼ gym (half court) 250 people *Bleachers are available with whole and ½ gym rentals.

Special Events Pricing is available upon request *Youth groups, lock-ins, conferences & whole facility rentals.

Other Accommodations Ample free parking Audio and visual capabilities 5’ round tables, 6’ x 2.5’ conference tables, and chairs Dance floor available for an additional fee

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parks &

facilities PARKS

Costello Park 99 Adams Street

Signal Hill Park

9300 Signal View Drive

Blooms Park

9701 Manassas Drive PAVILIONS

Costello Park 99 Adams Street

Signal Hill Park

9300 Signal View Drive

SIGNAL HILL PARK GATHERING SPACES

AMENITIES

FIELD RENTAL INFORMATION Diamond Fields Non-Leagues and Practices/Scrimmages Field Usage Fee: $50/season Price: $25/hour Organized Leagues Roster fee of $300/team/season. Contact A.Powell@manassasparkva.gov.

• 2 baseball fields • 2 cricket fields • 1 Miracle Field • 2 playgrounds • 1 basketball court

• 1 softball field • 4 multi-use athletics fields • 1 multi-use field • 2 basketball courts • 2 tennis courts • Playground • Walking trails

Multi-Use Athletics Fields Non-Leagues and Practices/Scrimmages Field Usage Fee: $50/year Price: $25/hour Events/Games/Tournaments/Clinics Field Usage Fee: $50/use Price: $200/half day; $300/full day Cricket Field Non-Leagues and Practices/Scrimmages Field Usage Fee: $50/year Price: $10/hour Organized Leagues Field Usage Fee: $50/year Price: $75/day Multi-use Field Field Usage Fee: $50/use

Price: $200/half day; $300/full day

Blooms Park is a passive park with 4 miles of challenging and rough terrian trails. Blooms Park emphasizes a connection with nature. Wildlife including deer, eagles, foxes, turkeys, snakes, and more roam the park. Visitors should exercise caution when visiting Blooms Park.

INFORMATION

RENTAL INFORMATION

• Available to Manassas Park Residents only • Charcoal grill on site • There are no tables or chairs at this site • Playground nearby • Restrooms available during MPCC operating hours • No alcohol, moon bounces, or stakes

• Refundable deposit: $50.00 • Must show proof of residency

*Rates subject to change

• Refundable deposit: $50.00 • Hourly fee: $45.00

• 13 picnic tables • 2 charcoal grills on site • No alcohol, moon bounces, or stakes

*Rates subject to change

INFORMATION

RENTAL INFORMATION

Pond Area

• 1 charcoal grill on site • 6 picnic tables • No alcohol, moon bounces, or stakes

• Refundable deposit: $50.00 • Hourly fee: $15.00

Cornhole Area

• 1 charcoal grill on site • 3 picnic tables • No alcohol, moon bounces, or stakes

• Refundable deposit: $50.00 • Hourly fee: $15.00

BLOCK PARKS

*Rates subject to change

*Rates subject to change

INFORMATION

Baker Street Park

Located behind 130-132 Baker Street Features a playground and an acre of open space

Scott Drive Park

Located behind 112-114 Scott Drive Features a playground and open space

Polk Street Park

Located at 147 Polk Street 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 western area of the City and primarily service the residents local to each site. Block Parks are open year round from 7:30 am until dusk.

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parks &

facilities DOG PARK

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: 8:00am-Dusk • 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.

• Dogs over six months must be spayed or neutered.

• 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.

• 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 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 occassionally closed during normal hours for maintenance and special events.

LIBRARY

INFORMATION Hours: Monday-Closed, Tuesday-Saturday-10am-9pm, Sunday-10am-6pm

Manassas Park City Library Conveniently co-located with City Hall and Jirani Coffeehouse in Manassas Park’s Park Central.

100 Park Central Plaza, Suite 100 HISTORICAL SITES

Available for use by Manassas Park residents and non-residents.

E-Resources available at: www.ManassasParkCityLibrary.com

INFORMATION

Signal Hill Monument

A nationally registered historical landmark, this 13-acre monument site is located in the eastern end of the City, adjacent to Signal Hill Park. Signal Hill is open year round from 7:30am 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 the public year round from 7:30am 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 Union Mill Trestle

A key structure in the Civil War, this is located in the last few remaining acres of the once Union Mill Park near the VRE lot and General’s Ridge Golf Course. This site is not accessible to the general public.

All parks and facilities are open to the public and may be scheduled for specific use through the Parks and Recreation Department. The rental application is a request only, not a guarantee. A Rental Request 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 must accompany a Rental Request Application. The Department does not accept tentative reservations. Cancellations must be made at least 10 days in advance in order to receive a refund for outdoor rentals. Applications are available at the Manassas Park Community Center. All rentals are subject to availability and must be booked and paid for 10 days in advance of event.

Certain restrictions may apply. Deposits are a one time refundable fee. Restrictions may apply.

Field Application: Athletic fields and park grounds are available for rental between March 15th – November 15th 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 – June 30th spring season. All fall field usage requests are accepted beginning July 1st of each calendar year for an August 15th – November 15th fall season.

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community center Manassas Park Community Center

membership rates Rates Membership ALL ACCESS MEMBERSHIP

Amenities include: Hundreds of programs, Wellness Area, Pool, Gym, access to all land and water group exercise classes, kids korner, 1 fitness orientation, 1 fitness assessment, and (2) 30-minute personal training sessions. PLUS reduced rates on school age extended care, preschool, swim lessons, camps, leagues, and personal training sessions. *Some programs require an additional fee. See Customer Service Representative for details.

ANNUAL RATE Resident Household

$99/month ($1,188 annual)

Non-Resident Household

$129/month ($1,548 annual)

BASIC MEMBERSHIP

Amenities include: Wellness Area, Pool, Gym, access to all land and water group exercise classes, kids korner, 1 fitness orientation, 1 fitness assessment, and (2) 30-minute personal training sessions. PLUS exclusive rates on most programs.

ANNUAL RATE 6-MONTH RATE Resident Single Adult (ages 18-59)

$35/month ($420 annual)

$38.33/month ($230 6-months)

Non-Resident Single Adult (ages 18-59)

$45.50/month ($546 annual)

$48.83/month ($293 6-months)

Resident Dual (2 adults or 1 adult & 1 dependent)

$55/month ($660 annual)

$58.33/month ($350 6-months)

Non-Resident Dual (2 adults or 1 adult & 1 dependent)

$71.50/month ($858 annual)

$74.83/month ($449 6-months)

Resident Family (1 adult & 4 household members)

$75/month ($900 annual)

$78.33/month ($470 6-months)

$97.50/month ($1,170 annual)

$100.83/month ($605 6-months)

Non-Resident Family (1 adult & 4 household members)

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)

MANASSAS PARK BUDDY CLUB

Amenities include: Admission into the Community Center and access to all Buddy Club Programs MONTHLY RATE Buddies (ages 17+)

$20/month

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

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Passport Rates rates passport TEEN PASSPORT

Amenities include: Admission into the Community Center and access to all Teen Programs MONTHLY RATE All Teens (ages 12-17)

$20/month

Individuals with a valid high school ID are eligible for the Teen Passport. To use the Wellness Center, all teens under 16 must complete an orientation. College students are not eligible for this program/membership.

SENIOR PASSPORT

Amenities include: Admission into the Community Center and access to all Senior Programs and Group Exercise Classes ANNUAL RATE 6-MONTH RATE Resident Senior Passport (ages 60+)

$10/month ($120 annual)

$10/month ($60 6-months)

Non-Resident Senior Passport (ages 60+)

$20/month ($240 annual)

$20/month ($120 6-months)

3 MONTH PASSPORT*

Amenities include: Admission into the Community Center 3-MONTH RATE All Residents and Non-Residents

$150

*Passport must be paid in full.

DAILY ADMISSION RATES

HOURS OF OPERATION

RESIDENT

NON-RESIDENT

Youth (2-11)

$3.00

$5.00

Teen (12-17) with ID

$2.00

$2.00

Adult (18-59)

$4.00

$5.00

Senior (60+)

$2.00

$2.00

Spectator

$2.00

$2.00

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HOURS OF OPERATION

POOL HOURS

Monday-Friday

8:00am-9:00pm

8:00am-8:30pm

Saturday

7:00am-7:00pm

7:00am-6:30pm

Sunday

10:00am-6:00pm

10:00am-5:30pm

Scholarship opportunities available to assist in the cost of programming.

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group exercise classes Ab Workout

Yoga Flow and Yin

Aquasize

Water Walking

Get ready for some great abdominal exercises to strengthen the muscles of the core, spine, and torso. Improve your body’s overall functional strength, balance, and coordination!

This class provides a low-impact, full body exercise while helping you tone your muscles.

Beginner Yoga

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

This is a combination of gentle vinyasa flow yoga and yin yoga. Tune in to your body and breathe to synchronize breath and movement as you learn to mindfully engage your muscles to support your body with integrity.

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.

Body Sculpting

A lightweight dumbbell workout moved to the beat of the music. Burn calories as you flow through a variety of exercises to sculpt and tone your body! You’ll notice improvements in your muscle tone, posture, balance, and strength.

Boot Camp

Boot Camp 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. Work out in a team environment while challenging yourselves with others to reach your personal fitness goals.

Buddy Yoga

Buddy Yoga will focus on the foundations of yoga while providing plenty of modifications for physically or cognitively disabled adults.

Functional Fitness Flow

In this low impact aqua class, we will use functional exercises to improve your ability to perform everyday activities at home, work or play for years to come. We will use the resistance of the water to challenge the muscles of the body while allowing the buoyancy to ease the strain on the joints. Our goal is for you to remain independent, active, and injury free by increasing muscle strength, balance, flexibility and range of motion.

personal

training

Kickboxing

This exciting, fast paced, upbeat class is a fusion of boxing, martial arts, and aerobics, all performed rhythmically to music.

Our experienced and qualified Personal Trainers meet 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, please see customer service representative at the front desk.

Restorative Aquafit

Fitness Orientation

Senior Yoga

Fitness Assessment

This low impact aqua class uses gentle movements that will help increase flexibility, range of motion, and strength.

This gentle yoga class is for individuals 60 years of age and up. Senior yoga will help to increase mobility, inspire tranquility, and promote an overall sense of well being.

Senior Strength and Stretch

Designed to help seniors improve their cardiovascular endurance and muscular strength. Medicine balls, dumbbells, exercise bands, and stability balls will be incorporated into this functional, exciting, and low impact class.

Zumba®

ZUMBA® is a program that fuses Latin and International music and dance themes that create a dynamic, exciting, and 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.

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Meet privately with one of our Certified Personal Trainers to discuss your overall fitness goals. Included in all memberships.

Meet privately with one of our Certified Personal Trainers and receive a thorough fitness assessment. Included in all memberships.

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)

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Aerobics Studio

Yoga Flow and Yin 9:00am-9:50am

5:15pm-6:05pm

10:15am-11:00am

11:30am-12:00pm

6:30pm-7:20pm

7:30pm-8:20pm

5:00pm-5:15pm

MONDAY

9:00am-9:50am

7:30pm-8:30pm

5:30pm-6:20pm

TUESDAY

6:00pm-6:45pm

9:00am-9:50am

11:15am-11:45am

7:15pm-8:05pm

10:15am-11:00am

6:00pm-6:50pm

WEDNESDAY

9:00am-9:50am

6:15pm-7:05pm

10:15am-11:00am

7:30pm-8:20pm

6:00pm-6:15pm

THURSDAY

6:00pm-6:45pm

FRIDAY

9:45am-10:35am

8:30am-9:20am

SATURDAY

GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES FREE WITH BASIC MEMBERSHIP AND ALL ACCESS MEMBERSHIP NON MEMBERS CAN DROP INTO ANY CLASS WITH DAILY DROP-IN RATE SUNDAY

Updated 1.25.2023

Classes are subject to change. Notification will be made in the event that a class is cancelled. Sign up for text alerts: Text @MPGroupx to 81010. Check the group exercise calendar on our website for more information.

MPCC Pool

Aerobics Studio

Senior Yoga

Water Walking (Self facilitated)

Aerobics Studio

Buddy Strength and Stretch

MPCC Pool

Aerobics Studio

Buddy Yoga

Restorative Aquafit

Aerobics Studio

Beginner Yoga

MPCC Pool

Aerobics Studio

Zumba

Aquasize

Aerobics Studio

Senior Strength and Stretch

Aerobics Studio

Boot Camp

Aerobics Studio

Aerobics Studio

Body Sculpting

Kickboxing

Aerobics Studio

LOCATION

Ab Workout

CLASSES

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group exercise

swim lessons Parent and Child

Preschool Level 3

(Ages 6 months-3 years) In this class, a parent is in the water with the child. This class is ideal for children who aren’t comfortable in water.

(Ages 3-5) Parents are not in the water with children. Children should be able to swim the length of the beach area of our pool. This level introduces rhythmic breathing and focuses on developing correct arm and leg control.

$21/AAM; $35/M; $45/R; $55/NR

DAY Sat M/W Sat M/W

TIME 8:25am-8:55am 8:30am-9:00am 8:25am-8:55am 8:30am-9:00am

DATE 2/18-3/25 4/10-4/26 4/15-5/20 5/1-5/17

Preschool Level 1 (Ages 3-5) ) Child must be able to leave parent willingly. Parents are not in the water with child. This class is for children who have not yet learned to put their face in the water. They will be introduced to basic swimming skills such as blowing bubbles, floating, and putting their faces/foreheads in the water. $21/AAM; $35/M; $45/R; $55/NR

DAY Sa M/W M/W M/W M/W M/W Sa M/W M/W M/W

TIME 9:00am-9:30am 5:15pm-5:45pm 5:15pm-5:45pm 9:45am-10:15am 4:00pm-4:30pm 5:15pm-5:45pm 9:00am-9:30am 9:45am-10:15am 4:00pm-4:30pm 5:15pm-5:45pm

DATE 2/18-3/25 2/20-3/8 3/13-3/29 4/10-4/26 4/10-4/26 4/10-4/26 4/15-5/20 5/1-5/17 5/1-5/17 5/1-5/17

Preschool Level 2 (Ages 3-5) Parents are not in the water with child. Children starting in this level should be comfortable putting their face in the water for at least 3-4 seconds and be able to control forward movement in the water. $21/AAM; $35/M; $45/R; $55/NR

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TIME 9:35am-10:05am 6:30pm-7:00pm 6:30pm-7:00pm 10:20am-10:50am 6:30pm-7:00pm 9:35am-10:05am 10:20am-10:50am 6:30pm-7:00pm

DATE 2/18-3/25 2/20-3/8 3/13-3/29 4/10-4/26 4/10-4/26 4/15-5/20 5/1-5/17 5/1-5/17

$21/AAM; $35/M; $45/R; $55/NR

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TIME 10:45am-11:15am 7:10pm-7:40pm 7:10pm-7:40pm 11:00am-11:30am 7:10pm-7:40pm 10:45am-11:15am 11:00am-11:30am 7:10pm-7:40pm

DATE 2/18-3/25 2/20-3/8 3/13-3/29 4/10-4/26 4/10-4/26 4/15-5/20 5/1-5/17 5/1-5/17

School Age Level 1 (Ages 5-12) Children should be able to leave parents willingly and participate in a group setting. This class is an introduction to water safety and basic swim skills. $21/AAM; $35/M; $45/R; $55/NR

DAY Sa Sa M/W Tu/Th M/W Tu/Th M/W M/W Tu/Th Tu/Th Sa Sa M/W M/W Tu/Th Tu/Th

TIME 10:10am-10:40am 11:20pm-11:50pm 5:50pm-6:20pm 5:15pm-5:45pm 5:50pm-6:20pm 5:15pm-5:45pm 4:35pm-5:05pm 5:50pm-6:20pm 4:00pm-4:30pm 5:15pm-5:45pm 10:10am-10:40am 11:20pm-11:50pm 4:35pm-5:05pm 5:50pm-6:20pm 4:00pm-4:30pm 5:15pm-5:45pm

DATE 2/18-3/25 2/18-3/25 2/20-3/8 2/21-3/9 3/13-3/29 3/14-3/30 4/10-4/26 4/10-4/26 4/11-4/27 4/11-4/27 4/15-5/20 4/15-5/20 5/1-5/17 5/1-5/17 5/2-5/18 5/2-5/18

School Age Level 2 (Ages 5-12) Children starting in this level should be comfortable with putting their face in the water for at least 3-4 seconds and be able to control forward movement in the water. $21/AAM; $35/M; $45/R; $55/NR

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TIME 10:30am-11:00am 5:15pm-5:45pm 7:20pm-7:50pm 5:15pm-5:45pm 7:20pm-7:50pm 5:15pm-5:45pm

DATE 2/18-3/25 2/20-3/8 2/20-3/8 3/13-3/29 3/13-3/29 4/10-4/26

swim lessons M/W Tu/Th Sa M/W M/W Tu/Th

7:20pm-7:50pm 4:35pm-5:05pm 10:30am-11:00am 5:15pm-5:45pm 7:20pm-7:50pm 4:35pm-5:05pm

4/10-4/26 4/11-4/27 4/15-5/20 5/1-5/17 5/1-5/17 5/2-5/18

School Age Level 3 (Ages 5-12) Children in this level can swim at least one length of the pool on their own without assistance, have some rhythmic breathing skills and can float on their back & front for 5 seconds. $21/AAM; $35/M; $45/R; $55/NR

DAY Sa M/W Tu/Th M/W Tu/Th M/W Tu/Th Sa M/W Tu/Th

TIME 9:00am-9:40am 5:50pm-6:30pm 5:50pm-6:30pm 5:50pm-6:30pm 5:50pm-6:30pm 5:50pm-6:30pm 5:50pm-6:30pm 9:00am-9:40am 5:50pm-6:30pm 5:50pm-6:30pm

DATE 2/18-3/25 2/20-3/8 2/21-3/9 3/13-3/29 3/14-3/30 4/10-4/26 4/11-4/27 4/15-5/20 5/1-5/17 5/2-5/18

School Age Level 4 (Ages 5-12) Prior to starting this class, children should be able to swim 2 continuous laps of both freestyle (front crawl) and back stroke (back crawl). They will be introduced to all 6 Red Cross swimming strokes: Front Crawl, Back Crawl, Breast stroke, Side stroke, Elementary Back stroke and the Butterfly stroke. They will also learn proper flip turns, diving skills, and swim team techniques. $21/AAM; $35/M; $45/R; $55/NR

DAY Sa M/W M/W M/W Sa M/W

TIME 9:45am-10:25am 6:35pm-7:15pm 6:35pm-7:15pm 6:35pm-7:15pm 9:45am-10:25am 6:35pm-7:15pm

DATE 2/18-3/25 2/20-3/8 3/13-3/29 4/10-4/26 4/15-5/20 5/1-5/17

School Age Level 5/6 (Ages 5-12) This level is for children who would like to learn competitive swimming skills, specialized drills and overall water fitness. Students should have mastered all 6 Red Cross swimming strokes prior to enrollment.

Tu/Th Tu/Th Sa Tu/Th

6:40pm-7:20pm 6:40pm-7:20pm 11:05am-11:45am 6:40pm-7:20pm

3/14-3/30 4/11-4/27 4/15-5/20 5/2-5/18

Adult Beginner Lessons (Ages 16+) 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. $21/AAM; $35/M; $45/R; $55/NR

DAY Sa Tu/Th Tu/Th M/W Tu/Th Sa M/W Tu/Th

TIME 8:15am-8:55am 7:25pm-8:05pm 7:25pm-8:05pm 9:05am-9:35am 7:25pm-8:05pm 8:15am-8:55am 9:05am-9:35am 7:25pm-8:05pm

DATE 2/18-3/25 2/21-3/9 3/14-3/30 4/10-4/26 4/11-4/27 4/15-5/20 5/1-5/17 5/2-5/18

Manassas Park Sharks Swim Team (Ages 5-16) Does your child love swimming, but is aging out of our swim lesson program? Does your child participate on a summer swim team? Is your child looking for a way to stay active and make new friends? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, the Manassas Park Sharks Swim Team is the perfect fit for your family!

This swim team is about having fun, making friends, staying fit, and perfecting your swim skills! There won’t be long, early morning swim meets every weekend. Instead, we’ll have time trials on Friday, March 10 and host the Sharks’ Rust Buster Swim Meet on Friday, April 28. For more information, email Sarah Barnett at s.barnett@ manassasparkva.gov.

FREE/AAM; $160/M; $185/R; $210/NR

DAY DATE M 6:30pm-8:30pm 2/22-4/28 W 5:30pm-8:30pm 2/22-4/28 Th 7:00pm-8:30pm 2/22-4/28 F 6:30pm-8:30pm 2/22-4/28 Sa 9:00am-10:00am 2/22-4/28 Practice days/times vary depending on age group. Participants will have an opportunity to practice on days listed above. Schedule will be released in February.

$21/AAM; $35/M; $45/R; $55/NR

DAY Sa Tu/Th

TIME 11:05am-11:45am 6:40pm-7:20pm

DATE 2/18-3/25 2/21-3/9

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aquatic information

MPCC Indoor Pool 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 82˚F. 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 sqft aquatic facility within Signal Hill Park featuring a zero depth entry leisure pool with water cannons, slides, and a lazy river. Showers are available.

MPCC Pool Hours: Mon – Fri 8am-8:30pm; Sat 7am-6:30pm; Sun 10am-5:30pm

aquatic events Manassas Park Rust Buster Open Swim Meet (Ages 5-18) Dust off your goggles and swim cap and hop into the pool for the First Annual Manassas Park Rust Buster Open Swim Meet!

Kick off your summer swim season early and bust the rust that formed over the winter by competing against other swimmers your age. Only pay for the events that you want to swim!

PER EVENT: FREE/AAM; $1/M; $3/R; $5/NR Warm-ups 6:00pm-6:30pm Meet: 6:30pm-8:30pm

Rust Buster Event Breakdown Ages 8 and under

Ages 9-10

Ages 11-13 and 14-18

Freestyle: 25yd.

Freestyle: 50yd.

Freestyle: 50yd.

Backstroke: 25yd.

Backstroke: 50yd.

Backstroke: 50yd.

Breaststroke: 25yd.

Breaststroke: 50yd.

Breaststroke: 50yd.

Butterfly: 25yd.

Butterfly: 25yd.

Butterfly: 50yd.

IM: 100yd.

IM: 100yd.

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sharks swim team

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Manassas Park Shark's Swim Team

Ages 5-16 | Participants must be able to swim 50 yds each of freestyle and back stroke*

*Swim test, swim lesson instructor sign off, or proof of previous swim team participation required prior to first practice.

No team swim suits, each participant will be given a Manassas Park Swim Team swim cap.

Pricing: NR: $210 | R: $185 | M: $160 | AAM: FREE Spring Dates: February 22nd - April 28th Time Trials: Friday, March 10th at MPCC Rust Buster Swim Meet: Friday, April 28th at MPCC

Practice Schedule: Practice days/times vary depending on age group. Participants will have an opportunity to practice on days listed below. Schedule will be released mid-February.

Practice will held: (2/22/23 - 4/28/23) Mon: 6:30pm-8:30pm Wed: 5:30pm-8:30pm Thurs: 7:00pm-8:30pm Fri: 6:30pm-8:30pm Sat: 9:00am-10:00am Swim Team

Scan QR Code to Register!

Team Registration: Registration: mpdpr.com/Sharks2023

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bust the rust swim meet MANASSAS PARK SHARKS SWIM TEAM presents

BUST THE RUST SWIM MEET It’s time to bust off that offseason swimming rust!

Bust the Rust Swim Meet Events

Friday, April 28th 6:30pm-8:30pm Day of registration starts at 5:45pm.

Age Group 8 and under

(Ages 5-18) Dust off your goggles and swim cap and hop into the pool for the First Annual Manassas Park Rust Buster Open Swim Meet! Kick off your summer swim season early and bust the rust that formed over the winter by competing against other swimmers your age. Only pay for the events that you want to swim!

9 to 10

11 to 13

Price per event: FREE/AAM; $1/M; $3/R; $5/NR 99 Adams Street, Manassas Park, VA 20111

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Events Freestyle Backstroke Breaststroke Butterfly Freestyle Backstroke Breaststroke Butterfly IM Freestyle Backstroke Breaststroke Butterfly IM Freestyle Backstroke Breaststroke Butterfly IM

Distance 25 yards 25 yards 25 yards 25 yards 50 yards 50 yards 50 yards 25 yards 100 yards 50 yards 50 yards 50 yards 50 yards 100 yards 50 yards 50 yards 50 yards 50 yards 100 yards

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chalk festival

Chalk Festival Kids to The Park Day is amongst us! Join us for this FREE event at Blooms Park! Let the blank pavement be your canvas and create works of art using only chalk. The park will transform into a community art gallery as families design memorable pieces while enjoying the fresh air. We will also host family games and craft sessions.

“Kids to The Park Day” está aquí! ¡Únase a nosotros para este evento GRATUITO en Blooms Park! Deje que el pavimento en blanco sea su lona y cree obras de arte usando solo gis. El parque se transformará en una galería de arte comunitaria mientras las familias diseñan piezas memorables y disfrutan del aire fresco. También organizaremos juegos familiares y sesiones de manualidades.

Saturday, May 20th Sábado, 20 de mayo All Ages/Para todas las edades - 10:00am-12:00pm

SCAN ME

FREE/GRATIS

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summer camps SCHOOL AGE Week 1: Getting Messy Week 2: Safari Week 3: Whip It Up Week 4: Space Traveler Week 5: On Broadway Week 6: Game Show Madness Week 7: Mad Scientist Week 8: Mystery Week Manassas Park Community Center

Summer CAMPS

ATHLETICS Week 1: All Sports Week 2: Martial Arts Olympics Week 3: H2O & GO Week 4: Samurai Warriors Week 5: Soccer Week 6: Ninja Warrior Challenge Week 7: H2O & GO Week 8: Mystery Week

PRESCHOOL

Week 1: Snack Attack Week 2: Animal Planet Week 3: Mini H2O & GO Week 4: To Infinity and Beyond Week 5: Art-Tastic Week 6: Beat the Heat with Pete Week 7: Sea, Sand, and Sun Week 8: Spies in Training

TEENS REGISTRATION OPENS APRIL 1ST

Week 1: DC Tours Week 2: All Sports Camp Week 3: Which Way’s the Water?

Week 4: Cooking Camp Week 5: Chopped Camp Week 6: Art Camp Week 7: Adventure Camp Week 8: View from the Top

CAMP SCHEDULE Week 1: 6/20-6/23 *No Camp on 6/19* Week 2: 6/26-6/30 Week 3: 7/3-7/7 *No Camp on 7/4* Week 4: 7/10-7/14 Week 5: 7/17-7/21 Week 6: 7/24-7/28 Week 7: 7/31-8/4 Week 8: 8/7-8/11

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preschool recreation programs ◊ Program is included in All Access Membership

2023-2024 Preschool Registration

◊Me Gusta Spanish◊

The City of Manassas Park, Parks and Recreation preschool is a licensed and Virginia Quality rated program. Our curriculum emphasizes recreation with creative programs that encourage participation.

(Ages 3-5) Students will learn phonics, vocabulary, sounds, words, phrases, and develop language skills based on weekly themes through songs, books, games, hands-on activities, and more.

• Your child MUST be potty trained.

$50/M; $55/R; $60/NR per session

• Submit a Payment Selection Form

DAY W/Th W/Th W/Th

• There is an $80 non-refundable annual registration fee per child.

• Parents must complete registration through Brightwheel (link will be provided once we receive the Payment Selection Form). You must provide a completed registration form, copies of your child’s birth certificate, immunization and health and physical form

TIME 12:15pm-1:10pm 12:15pm-1:10pm 12:15pm-1:10pm

DATE 3/8-3/30 4/12-4/27 5/3-5/25

◊Lil Sprouts Cooking Class◊

• New parents must attend a one-time orientation.

(Ages 3-5) In this hands-on class, we’ll learn to make delicious and healthy snacks! Basic kitchen safety will also be covered.

Ages 3, 4 & 5 $162/AAM: $270/M; $280/R; $300/NR (per month)

$50/M; $55/R; $60/NR

Monday-Friday 8:30am-12:00pm

DAY Tu

TIME 12:15pm-1:15pm

DATE 4/11-4/25

◊Lil Kickers◊

◊WCRB Dragon Tots◊ (Ages 3-4) WCRB’s Dragon Tots class is an early childhood development martial arts program taught by Master Geoff Thompson.

This class focuses on courtesy, discipline, and respect. Students will develop fine and gross motor skills and enhance their problem solving skills while learning how to interact with others. $50/month for one class per week; $80/month for two classes per week.

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Ongoing

(Ages 3-5) This beginner soccer class focuses on foot movement, ball control, passing, teamwork, and other fundamentals. $50/M; $55/R; $60/NR

DAY M

TIME 12:15pm-1:15pm

DATE 4/17-5/22

◊Tiny Slime◊ (Ages 3-5) Get ready to get messy- in this class, we’ll have fun exploring the world of slime! $50/M; $55/R; $60/NR

◊Gym Jam◊ (Ages 3-5) Let’s get moving! In this class, we’ll learn to play classic games like kickball, freeze tag, and more- all while developing coordination and gross motor skills.

DAY Tu

TIME 12:15pm-1:15pm

DATE 5/2-5/23

$50/M; $55/R; $60/NR

DAY M

TIME 12:15pm-1:15pm

DATE 3/6-3/27

◊Spring into Fun◊ (Ages 3-5) Spring out of the winter blues with bright colors and new beginnings! We’ll explore nature, crafts, and more in this class. $50/M; $55R; $60/NR

DAY Tu

TIME 12:15pm-1:15pm

DATE 3/7-3/28

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school age recreation programs ◊ Program is included in All Access Membership

2022-2023 Extended Care

◊WCRB Youth Mixed Martial Arts◊

Extended Care follows the licensing standards of the State of Virginia, Department of Social Services. Our Before and After School Care is for children in Kindergarten through 5th grade attending Manassas Park City Schools. We offer themed activities, which include arts and crafts, games, sports, and swimming in a fun, supervised environment! At no additional cost, teacher work days, school breaks, and some holidays are covered by full day care from 6:00am-7:00pm. For daily drop-in information, contact Sam Bryan at S.Bryan@manassasparkva.gov.

(Ages 6-13) WCRB’s Youth Mixed Martial Arts class is for students with or without prior training. With emphasis on courtesy, discipline, and respect, students will learn a mixture of several different art forms. This Youth MMA program is combined with our Academic Excellence program for maximization of your child’s learning experience. This is a white-to-back belt class with testing two to four times a year.

Registration and daily drop-in: • Your child MUST attend City of Manassas Park Schools.

$50/month for one class a week; $80/month for two classes a week; $100/month for three or more classes a week.

• Pay an $80 non-refundable annual registration fee.

DAY M

• Submit a Payment Selection form.

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• Parents must complete registration through Brightwheel (link will be provided once we receive the Payment Selection Form). You must provide a completed registration form, copies of your child’s birth certificate, immunization and health and physical form.

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TIME DATE 5:00pm-5:50pm Ongoing (Youth WCRB Karate/MMA: Beginners to gold belt) 6:00pm-6:50pm Ongoing (Youth WCRB Karate/MMA: green belt and up) 5:00pm-5:50pm Ongoing (Youth WCRB Karate/MMA: All belts)

• Parents must attend a one-time orientation

◊Me Gusta Spanish◊

BEFORE SCHOOL CARE

(Ages 5-12) Students will learn phonics, vocabulary, sounds, words, phrases, and develop language skills based on weekly themes through songs, books, games, hands-on activities, and more. Rates are session based.

$54/AAM; $90/M/R

SESSION 15-21

TIME 6:00am-7:30am

DATE 3/6-6/9

AFTER SCHOOL CARE $120/AAM; $200/M/R

SESSION 15-21

TIME 3:10pm-7:00pm

DATE 3/6-6/9

BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE TIME 6:00am-7:30am/3:10pm-7:00pm

DATE 3/6-6/9

TIME 4:40pm-5:40pm 4:40pm-5:40pm 4:40pm-5:40pm

DATE 3/1-3/29 4/12-4/26 5/3-5/31

(Ages 7-10) Participants will get the chance to explore their creativity as they create a scrapbook with memories. All tools will be provided. $15/M; $25/R; $30/NR per session

Daily Drop-in Rate: $30 per day

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GENERAL ◊WCRB Ninja Warrior Class◊ (Ages 6-13) WCRB’s Ninja Warrior Class is for junior ninjas in training!

With emphasis on courtesy, discipline, and respect, students will work on balance and flexibility while using ninja defensive tools, techniques, and WCRB Karate. This fun-filled and fast-paced class also helps them with hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness using nunchakus and other child-safe weapons. This is a white-toblack-belt class with testing two to four times a year. $50/month for one class a week; $80/month for two classes a week; $100/month for three or more classes a week. Classes end in June.

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◊Scrapbooking◊

$165/AAM; $275/M/R

SESSION 15-21

$15/M; $25/R; $30/NR per session

TIME 4:40pm-5:40pm 4:40pm-5:40pm 4:40pm-5:40pm

DATE 3/2-3/30 4/13-4/27 5/4-5/25

◊Cardmaking◊ (Ages 5-12) Although they make small gifts, cards always keep memories alive. Stickers, stamps, and other materials will be used for each special project. $15/M; $25/R; $30/NR per session

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TIME 4:40pm-5:40pm 4:40pm-5:40pm 4:40pm-5:40pm

DATE 3/7-3/28 4/11-4/25 5/2-5/30

school age recreation programs ◊Kids in the Kitchen◊

◊Mother’s Day Gift Making◊

(Ages 5-12) Our previously known Kids Cupcake Decorating class has evolved. Participants will now get the chance to learn how to bake cookies, mini pies, tarts, parfaits, and more!

(Ages 5-12) Celebrate mom and join us in creating a special, one-ofa-kind gift (and a yummy treat)!

$15/M; $25/R; $30/NR per session

DAY Sa

DAY Tu Tu Tu

TIME 4:30pm-5:30pm 4:30pm-5:30pm 4:30pm-5:30pm

DATE 3/7 4/25 5/9

$15/M; $25/R; $30/NR

TIME 12:00pm-1:30pm

DATE 5/13

◊Canvas Paint Tutorials◊ (Ages 7-12) Participants will have the opportunity to express themselves through painting with step-by-step tutorials. All Materials will be provided and all participants will take home their works of art! $15/M; $25/R; $30/NR per session

DAY M M M

TIME 4:30pm-5:30pm 4:30pm-5:30pm 4:30pm-5:30pm

DATE 3/13 4/17 5/8

◊Mighty Sprinters◊ (Ages 3-10) Come join Mighty Sprinters! Meet other kids ages 3-10 years old for an exciting 6-week, activity filled program! Each week we talk about Growth Mindset(c) themes such as Resilience, Grit, and Positive Self-Talk all while learning running techniques and having fun through the power of play! On practice days, kids will be rotating fitness groups and on race days they will be running a distance of 75 yards - 1 mile (age dependent). Practices and races will be held at Signal Hill Park. Each participant will receive a t-shirt and a finisher’s medal on the last race day!

Visit mightysprinters.org to register.

DAY Tu/Th

TIME 4:50pm-5:50pm

DATE 4/11-5/18

◊MPCC Shooting Clinics◊ (Ages 8-12) A simple and powerful way to learn shooting- this clinic will teach your athlete how to increase accuracy, consistency, and repeatability, the components of great shooting! $65/M; $70/R; $75/NR

DAY Tu

TIME 6:30pm-7:30pm

DATE 4/18-5/23

◊FUNdamentals of Basketball Movement◊ (Ages 8-12) The fundamentals of basketball are the most important skill to master, as they will help you and your team excel throughout your basketball journey! $65/M; $70/R; $75/NR

DAY Tu

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TIME 7:45pm-8:30pm

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teen recreation programs

FEBRUARY – APRIL Get Up And Move

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Get Fit Monday 3:30pm-4:30pm

All Sports 4:00pm-5:00pm

Drop-In Basketball 4:15pm-5:15pm

Get Fit Thursday 3:30pm-4:30pm

Drop-In Basketball 3:00pm-5:00pm Friday Night Live

Connect with Your Community

Movie Monday 4:30pm-6:45pm

Chef Time 4:15pm-5:15pm

Mindfulness 4:00pm-5:30pm

Bake It Up 4:30pm-5:30pm

5:30pm-7:30pm (First and third Friday of each month) LGBTQ+ Fridays

Learn Something New

Volunteer Club 4:15pm-5:15pm

Homework Help 5:30pm-7:00pm

Teen Center Hours:

Monday – Thursday: 2:30pm – 7:00pm Friday: 2:30pm – 8:00pm

Manassas Park Teen Passport Welcome to the Teen Passport specifically for teens in 6th-12th grades! The Teen Passport membership is $20.00 per month. Teens can earn points toward their Teen Passport each month with good grades, community service, and by volunteering. When a teen earns 20 points, their next month is FREE!

Passport Includes: Access to the gym, pool, recreational

programs, instructional classes, and more! Plus take advantage of the Teen Center, featuring computers, a TV, PS4, Xbox, foosball, and ice hockey table!

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 class individually by paying the $2.00 drop-in rate.

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Game Night 5:30pm-6:30pm

DIY Crafts 5:30pm-7:00pm

6:00pm-7:00pm (Second and fourth Friday of each month)

Teen ID Policy: Teens between ages 12-15, including those without memberships, will need to be issued a Community Center Teen ID in order to access the facility without a parent or guardian.

Teens will be required to leave their ID at the front desk when they enter the building and retrieve it when they exit the building. Teens who do not retrieve their ID when exiting the building must pay a $5.00 drop-in on their next visit.

connect with us!

Instagram: @MP_Teen_Center TikTok: @mpccteens Twitter: @mpccteens

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teen recreation programs Get Up and Move

Learn Something New

Get Fit Monday/Thursday

Game Night

Stop by MPCC for a full-body circuit workout! It can be intense or light, depending on how hard you push yourself. We will provide you with a log to keep track of your progress.

Stop by the Teen Center and compete against friends in a variety of board games, ice hockey, futsal, and video games!

All Sports Compete with friends in a blend of sports, water games, and teambuilding games. Be ready for many laughs while building social skills.

Need a little extra help with homework? Our Recreation Leaders are here to help you succeed! Bring your questions to us and we’ll work together to help you understand assignments better or prepare for tests.

Drop-In Basketball

DIY Crafts

Every Wednesday and Friday, the Community Center basketball courts are the place to be! The gym is reserved just for you to hoop with your friends. Grab your friends, a basketball, and meet us on the court!

Who doesn’t love scrolling through Pinterest and making idea boards?

In this class, you can make those ideas come true with your friends!

Homework Help

Volunteer Club Connect with Your Community Friday Night Live Fridays nights in the teen center are LIT! The first and third Friday of each month, we’ll have a new activity accompanied by music and food. Come find out why the Teen Center is the place to be!

Do you love your community and want to give back? Maybe you need community service hours for school? Whatever the reason is, we invite you to join us on Tuesdays for volunteer opportunities around the Community Center.

GENERAL ◊MP3◊

3/3, 3/17, 4/7, 4/21, 5/5, 5/19

Movie Monday On Mondays, the Teen Center turns into a mini movie theater! Grab a spot on the couch with some candy or popcorn and enjoy a great film.

We will watch anything from Disney classics to the latest superhero film. All films are rated G - PG-13.

Chef Time Are you tired of fast and canned food? This fun program will have you cooking up a storm! Easy, yet delicious and nutritious meals are made in this class. Get ready to eat healthy and cook for yourself!

Mindfulness Have you heard the saying “YOLO (you only live once)” or “living in the moment”? Our passionate instructors will teach you the basics of maintaining awareness of your feelings, thoughts, and surrounding environment. We will provide all materials for journaling as well as take-home activities to practice.

MP3 (Manassas 3 O’clock Club) is a non-licensed program operated by the City of Manassas Park Department of Parks and Recreation.

The program is lightly supervised for your teen to have a safe and fun place to be after school. The program emphasizes recreation with creative programs and materials that encourage and invite participation. Recreation Leaders guide students in activities that allow participants to learn; choosing independent activities or participating in-group activities that are fun, safe, and challenging.

MP3 is developed for teens in grades 6-8.

MP3 is Mon-Fri during the school year from 2:45pm-7:00pm Transportation is provided from Manassas Park Middle School to the Community Center. MP3 does not meet on holidays, and teacher workdays. Must pre-register.

MP3 will only be offered on days that your child is going to school in-person.

Bake It Up This program is perfect for two kinds of people: those that have a sweet tooth, and those that love to bake. If you have both qualities, then you MUST join us as we prepare different sweets and desserts.

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teen recreation programs Teen Advisory Committee

Teen Center Events

We are looking for outgoing involved teens to help shape and plan our teen programs and events. The Teen Advisory Board is a group of teens that want to have their voices heard! We will meet in a multi-purpose room to practice social distancing. If interested in participating, please let a Teen Recreation Leader know, or contact Mike Arrington at m.arrington@manassasparkva.gov

DAY F F F

TIME 4:00pm 4:00pm 4:00pm

DATE 3/6 4/3 5/1

March Madness Join us in the Teen Center and enjoy a watch party for March Madness! On April 1st, we’ll watch the Final Four - Semifinals of the NCAA. Stop by on April 3rd to watch the Championship Games!

There will be light food and beverages.

Registration is required - $5.00.

DAY Sa M

TIME TBD TBD

DATE 4/1 4/3

◊Naginata◊

Teen Easter Egg Hunt

(Ages 14+) Naginata is an ancient Japanese weapon used by Samurai men and women. This class is taught by Sensei Djinn and will teach you the martial art form of Atarashii Naginata. All experience levels welcome. Loaner equipment is available. A onetime registration fee of $60 is required. Sessions are held monthly.

The Sunday class will meet every other week. $30/Month

The Teen Center will host an Easter Egg Hunt for teens ages 1217! Join us at Costello Park- Easter baskets and flashlights will be provided.

Registration is required - $5.00.

DAY Su F

TIME 12:00pm-3:00pm 7:00pm-9:00pm

DATE Ongoing Ongoing

◊WCRB Teen Mixed Martial Arts◊ (Ages 13-19) WCRB’s Teen MMA Class is for students with or without prior training. With emphasis on courtesy, discipline and respect, students will learn a mixture of several different art forms.

The TMMA program is combined with our academic excellence program for maximization of your child’s learning experience. This is a belt class from white to black with testing two to four times a year. All equipment and uniforms must be purchased through WCRB Karate.

DAY Sa

TIME 7:00pm-7:50pm

Come out and learn how to create stained glass art with our passionate Recreation Leader! All materials will be provided. We’ll provide snacks and beverages for each participant.

Registration is required - $5.00 DAY W

DATE Ongoing

LGBTQ+ Teen Group LGBTQ+ Youth Fridays are back! Join us every second and fourth Friday nights of the month from 6:00pm-7:00pm. We will have games, giveaways, and entertaining conversations with fellow LGBTQ+ youth and queer facilitators and allies. This is a social group open to ages 12-17. Email the Teen Center Specialist, Heather Henry at H.Henry@manassasparkva.gov for more information.

We will meet 3/10, 3/24, 4/14, 4/28, 5/12, and 5/26.

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DATE 4/8

May Mosaics

$50/per month for one class a week; $80/per month for two classes a week. Classes end in June.

DAY M

TIME 6:00pm-7:30pm

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adult recreation programs ◊ Program is included in Access All Access Passport ◊ Program is included in All Membership ◊Naginata◊

◊Skills and Drills: Pickleball Class◊ (Ages 18+) This class is all about practice and is designed for 2.5 to 3.5 players. Players will be able to suggest skills they wish to improve, and each class will practice a drill specific skill. Possible topics could be: Serve strength, variety, and strategy; dinking; drop shot development; shot placement; the correct way to play a lob, and more. Bring a water bottle, towel, and court shoes

(Ages 18+) Naginata is an ancient Japanese weapon used by Samurai men and women. Sensei Djinn teaches the martial art form of Atarashii Naginata. All experience levels are welcome and loaner equipment is available. Sessions are held monthly. Sunday class meets every other week.

$25/M; $30/R; $35/NR

DAY Su F

DAY Tu/Th Tu/Th

TIME 11:00am-12:00pm 11:00am-12:00pm

DATE 3/21-3/30 4/18-4/27

$40/month

TIME 12:00pm-3:00pm 7:00pm-9:00pm

DATE Ongoing Ongoing

Hand Dancing ◊Intro to Pickleball◊ (Ages 18+) Have you heard about one of the fastest growing sports in the US? It’s called pickleball! If you are unfamiliar with it, see what all the excitement is about. This introductory class will teach you the basics by some of our most dedicated and encouraging pickleball players. Bring a water bottle, towel, and comfortable shoes. $25/M; $30/R; $35/NR

DAY Tu/Th Tu/Th

TIME 12:00pm-1:00pm 12:00pm-1:00pm

DATE 3/21-3/30 4/18-4/27

◊Advanced Pickleball◊ (Ages 18+) Have you completed the Introduction to Pickleball Class or another beginner class for the sport? Are you ready to learn more about strategy or improve your skills? This class is designed to introduce you to additional skills, strengthen your serve, improve ground strokes, learn to anticipate your opponents’ next play, and place the ball where you want it. Bring a water bottle, towel, and court shoes. $25/M; $30/R; $35/NR

DAY Tu/Th Tu/Th

TIME 1:00pm-2:00pm 1:00pm-2:00pm

DATE 3/21-3/30 4/18-4/27

◊WCRB Adult MMA Class◊ (Ages 18+) With emphasis on spatial awareness, self-discipline, and self-defense, students will learn a mixture of several different martial art forms. Students will feel empowered and excited to a new challenge. This is a white-to-black belt course with testing two to four times a year. $50/month for one class per week; $80/month for two classes per week; $100/month for three or more classes per week. Classes end in June.

DAY M

TIME 8:00pm-8:50pm

DATE Ongoing

(Age 18 +) Are you ready for the best seven steps you’ll ever take?

The 7 Step Hand Dance Academy specializes in the African American art form of hand dancing- combining sophisticated, slick moves with rhythmic footwork that allows dancers to blend their talent into showcase artistry. Beginner and advanced beginner classes are available. To register, please contact Ray Morton at rstrdm@aol.com. $100 per person

DAY Su

TIME 2:00pm-6:00pm

DATE Ongoing

Spring Classic Co-ed Dodgeball Tournament (Ages 18+) Duck! Throw! Dodge! Dodgeball is back at MPCC! Gather your buddies and come out for an action-packed and fun-filled day of old school dodgeball. You’ll need a co-ed team of six members to compete. $100 per team

DAY Sa

TIME 12:00pm-7:00pm

DATE 5/7

DROP-IN ACTIVITIES ◊Basketball Drop-In◊ Every Saturday afternoon, come to the Community Center to hoop it up with friends. Pick-up games are played to 13 and are participantofficiated.

FREE/M; Drop-in rate for non-members

DAY Sa

TIME 3:00pm-6:00pm

DATE Ongoing

◊Pickleball Drop-In◊ Want to play one of the country’s fastest-growing sports in the country? Bring your friends, paddles, and a competitive attitude for some pick-up games! All games are participant-officiated.

FREE/M; Drop-in rate for non-members

DAY M-F

TIME 8:00am-12:00pm

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senior recreation programs

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

FEBRUARY – APRIL Thursday Friday

Pickleball Drop-In 8:00am – 11:00am *Color n’ Coffee 10:00am – 11:00am

*Social Knitting/ Crocheting 10:00am-11:00am

*Color n’ Coffee 9:00am – 10:00am

*Card Shark 10:00am – 11:00am

*Puzzle Mania 11:00am-12:00pm

*Card Shark 11:00am-12:00pm

Senior Socials 10:00am-12:00pm

*Conversation and Crosswords 11:00am – 12:00pm

*Walking Club 9:00am – 10:00am

All classes (except swim lessons) are included FREE of charge with the Senior Passport.

Our Senior Passport Program is for individuals 60 years of age and older. Membership is $20 per month for non-residents of Manassas Park and $10 per month for residents. Membership includes all the benefits of our Basic Membership, as well as access to all senior programs (except swim lessons) at no additional charge. Enjoy our potlucks, socials, the wellness area, pool, and more! Non-members may enroll in any of these classes individually by paying the $2.00 daily drop-in rate. Times, dates, and activities are subject to change.

For Group Exercise classes see the group exercise calendar.

Please be sure to check out our Senior Board located behind the Front Desk for senior happenings and news.

We are seeking Senior Volunteers to teach our senior classes!

Contact Sue Jurjevic at 703-335-8872 if interested in volunteering or have questions about senior activities.

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senior recreation programs *Program is self-facilitated.

*Card Shark Bring a friend and revisit some classic card games

Senior Socials One of One of the longest running programs in

like Rummy, UNO, and Spoons. Use those solitaire skills you’ve been practicing on your phone and partner up for double solitaire.

Manassas Park! If you are excited to meet with new and old friends and talk about the day’s events, or if you want to work on a project that encourages your creative touch, then this social group is perfect for you. See the Senior board for upcoming activities.

*Color n’ Coffee Reap the benefits of expressing yourself, all while socializing. Join us for coffee and adult coloring.

*Conversation and Crosswords Enjoy conversation with friends all while enjoying one of your favorite activities such as crosswords puzzles and word searches.

Pickleball This sport is described as a combination of tennis and badminton. It is also a fun and great way to get exercise. This is one of the fastest-growing sports in the country and has gained much popularity at the Community Center.

*Puzzle Mania Keep those critical thinking skills honed and collaborate on a group puzzle, Sudoku, or crosswords.

*Walking Club Calling all walkers! As we walk and talk, you will be hitting your stride and realizing the heart benefits of a 1,000 steps. Bring comfortable walking shoes, a water bottle, and Join us at Blooms Park! In the event of rain, our activity will be indoors.

MPCC Text Alerts Sign up to receive text alerts directly to your mobile device including inclement weather notices, cancellations, or unplanned closures.

Simply text any of the codes below to: 81010 Community Center: @theMPCC MPCC Gymnasium: @MPCCGym

*Social Knitting/Crocheting Bring your project and join us

MPCC Pool: @MPCCPool

for a morning of socializing, sharing patterns, project ideas; or even offer some basic help to get someone started.

Signal Bay Waterpark: @MPSBWP Group Exercise Classes: @MPGroupx

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therapeutic recreation programs

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. $2.00 Drop-in rate for non-members. $20/month

DAY M/Tu/Th

TIME 10:00am-2:30pm

DATE Ongoing

Get MPCC deals sent directly to your phone.

Text specials to 33222. You’ll receive up to 5 text messages a month. Message and data rates may apply. Opt-out at any time.

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spring events

Flashlight Egg Hunt

◊ Program is included in Access All Access Passport ◊ Program is included in All Membership Spring Community Yard Sale

(Ages 8-11) Bring your basket, flashlight, and lace up your sneakers for this night-time egg hunt! Find the golden egg and receive a very special prize filled with treats! We’ll host games and activities.

SELLERS: What’s the best way to celebrate all that Spring cleaning?

A yard sale of course! Clean out your attics, basements, garages and sell, sell, sell at this popular event. $10 per vendor slot.

$7 per person.

For more information, please contact Kaitlyn Collier at k.collier@ manassasparkva.gov.

DAY F

TIME 7:00pm-8:00pm

DATE 3/31

Annual Easter Egg Hunts (Ages 0-7) Bring your baskets and get ready to fill them with hidden eggs and treats! Parents- don’t forget to bring your camera because you will have an opportunity to take pictures with our favorite bunny!

We’ll have good family fun playing games and making crafts. Be on the lookout for a golden egg- the finder of the golden egg will turn it in to receive a special prize basket!

BUYERS: This is your time to treasure hunt and give items a new life! Come on down and look for deals because it’s a FREE event for buyers.

DAY Sa

TIME 8:00am-12:00pm

DATE 5/13

Register each child for the appropriate time slot – parents are required to attend but need not register or participate. $7 per person.

DAY TIME DATE Sa 10:00am-12:00pm 4/1 Ages 0-3 - 10:00am (Parent permitted to help child in hunt) Ages 4-5 - 10:45am (Parent NOT permitted to help child in hunt) Ages 6-7 - 11:30am (Parent NOT permitted to help child in hunt)

10th Annual Kite Festival Everyone’s invited to our annual kite festival at Signal Hill Park! April is National Kite Month, so unwind your string, bring your kite, and let it fly!. You may purchase a kite at the event for $5, while supplies last.

FREE event.

DAY Sa

TIME 10:00am-12:00pm

DATE 4/22

Annual 2nd Annual Chalk Festival Kids to The Park Day is amongst us! Join us for this FREE event at Blooms Park! Let the blank pavement be your canvas and create works of art using only chalk. The park will transform into a community art gallery as families design memorable pieces while enjoying the fresh air. We will also host family games and craft sessions.

DAY Sa

TIME 10:00am-12:00pm

DATE 5/20

MPCC Special Events Text Alerts Sign up to receive special event text alerts directly to your mobile device for upcoming events, inclement weather notices or cancellations.

Text the code below to: 81010 Special Events: @MPEVENTS

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OmniRide.com 703-730-6664

A NEW dynamic transportation option for Manassas Park residents OmniRide Connect operates Monday through Friday from 6:00am – 8:00pm to get to your local destination.

Book same-day travel through our OmniRide Mobility app or call our Customer Service office. Rides on OmniRide Connect will be Zero-Fares through June 30, 2023.

Learn more about OmniRide Connect!

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City of Manassas Park Department of Parks and Recreation 99 Adams Street Manassas Park, Virginia 20111

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