Summer Recreation Guide (2024)

SUMMER GUIDE RECREATION

2024 Summer Guide (May-Aug) presented by the City of Roswell

RECREATION & AQUATIC CENTER

1402 W. COLLEGE AVE.

Mon-Fri 6AM - 8PM

Sat. 10AM - 8PM

Sun. 12PM - 8PM

ADULT CENTER

807 N. MISSOURI AVE.

Mon/Wed/Fri 8AM - 5PM

Tues/Thurs 10AM - 8PM

Visit roswellconnect.com to sign up today.

Roswell Parks and Recreation

ALIEN CHASE 5K WALK/RUN

Saturday, July 6 7-9am

$35 | DeBremond Stadium

Have you ever seen an alien? This may be your chance. Walk or run this 5K course and let us know if you spot a UFO. We believe; but do you? Alien-themed costumes are encouraged! All participants will receive a race-day T-shirt and medal.

Online registration ends Friday, July 5 at 12pm.

Last day for early packet pickup is July 5 at the Roswell Adult Center, 8am-5pm.

Race-day registration is July 6, 5:306:30am. Cash only.

DANCE

SUMMER DANCE SERIES

May, June, July & August

3rd Fridays 7-10pm

$5 | Age 18+

Featuring Cibolo Springs band.

RAC-A-TAP

PERFORMING ARTS

FOLKLORICO CLASS

Mondays at Recreation Center

Age 5-8 5-6pm

Age 9-12 6-7pm

Age 13-49 7-8pm

Wednesdays at Adult Center

Age 50+ 6-7pm

This type of dance reflects the traditions, cultures and beliefs of people in a particular region. Folkloric dance expresses the life and spirit of a people through its movement and music.

June 6 - July 11

Thursdays 11am-12pm

$15 | Age 18+

Tap dance sharpens reflexes and improves memory skills and coordination. Beginning classes will work toward establishing fundamental tap movements, vocabulary and will work on basic rhythms and steps that progress into fun and lively dance combinations.

WATER AEROBICS

Mon/Wed/Fri 8-9am Mon/Wed (HIIT)* 5-6pm

Low/Moderate impact aerobic exercise performed in the water. Similar to traditional aerobics on the floor, the water environment provides less strain on our joints. *High-intensity Interval Training

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS

All Ages | $90

Whether you are seeking lessons for a beginner swimmer, or looking for stroke refinement, private swim lessons are designed to meet your needs and personal goals. During the first private swim lesson, a swim instructor will do an assessment and discuss the best possible direction for each individual’s private swim lesson experience to be successful and enjoyable.

Private Swim Lessons are scheduled during regular shifts with a limited number of certified instructors. Lessons consist of six 45 minute one-on-one sessions. Please contact us for availability. 575-624-6719

AQUATICS FITNESS CLASSES

ACTIVE ADULTS

Mon/Wed/Fri 1-2pm

Great for seniors and adults of all ages. Small-group personal training consisting of a dynamic warm-up, aerobic exercise, resistance training, and a static cool down. Helps with your cardio strength, endurance, flexibility and balance.

AEROBICS

Mon/Wed/Fri 9-10am

Mon-Thurs 5-6:15pm

Join us for an exercise that combines rhythmic aerobic movement with stretching and strength training.

STRETCHING

Mon/Wed/Fri 9:30-10am

Loosen those muscles and joints from head to toe with some relaxing guided stretches. Pairs well with Senior Workout!

YOGA

Mon/Wed/Fri 11am-12pm

Yoga enthusiasts of all levels are welcome. Learn some of the most common poses that are physically challenging, but at a slower pace for beginners.

SENIOR WORKOUT

Mon/Wed/Fri 10-10:30am

A workout that is good for different levels of mobility. All movements can be easily adjusted to fit a variety of needs.

VIDEO WALKING

Mon/Wed/Fri 8:30-9:30am

Get your friends for this low-intensity virtual workout, led by technology of today.

Outdoor pool opens May 25th.

Splash Pad Locations:

Murphy Family Splash Pad

600 Block E. Second St.

Carpenter Park Splash Pad

300 Buena Vista St.

AT THE ROSWELL ADULT CENTER. INCLUDED WITH MEMBERSHIP, DROP-IN FEE FOR NON MEMBERS. AGES 18+

COMING SOON

Roswell Adult Center Pickleball Court

ARTS & CRAFTS

BEGINNING SEWING/ QUILTING

June 3 - July 8

Mondays 10am-12pm

$29 | Age 18+

You will learn how to use your sewing machine. You will learn what tools you need and how to use them. Discussions about quilting, patterns and materials will also be had.

You will need to bring your own sewing machine.

LAPIDARY 101

June 4 - July 11

Tues/Thurs 10am-12pm

$25 | Age 18+

You will never know its treasure until you see the inside. Learn how to find the right rock, cut the rock and shape the rock until its beauty shines through.

STAINED GLASS CLASS

June 4 - July 9

Tues 10am-12pm

June 6 - July 11 (Advanced, 6-8pm only)

Thurs 4-6pm & 6-8pm

June 7 - July 12 (Advanced)

Fri 9-11am

$30 | Age 18+

Art is not what you see but what you make others see. In this course, you’ll learn techniques to create art with colored glass.

HOW TO COMPUTER

June 6 - July 11

Thursdays 5-6pm

$15 | Ages 18+

This flexible, slow-paced curriculum is intended to take you from no knowledge to self-sufficient.

INTERMEDIATE COMPUTER

CLASS

June 6 - July 11

Thursdays 6-7pm

$15 | Ages 18+

Learn the basics of word processing. Download, upload and export documents to and from your computer.

YOUTH SPORTS

YOUTH VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE

August 5 - Sept 26

Registration opens June 1, 2024

Ages 7-8

Ages 9-10

Ages 11-12

$45/child

Bump and set in this fun-filled Youth Volleyball league! Our sports leagues are designed to teach the fundamentals.

This is a great way to get exercise, and learn balance, hand-eye coordination, strategy, and social skills, all while having fun. In this league, every player is a winner! Takes place at the Recreation & Aquatic Center.

KICK, THROW & BUMP!

$50 PER CHILD, PER CLINIC (Max. 20 children/clinic)

JUNE

SOCCER CLINIC

Mon-Fri | June 3-7

Ages 5-6 (New) 12-1:30pm

Ages 7-10 (Beginner) 2-3:30pm

Ages 9-12 (Intermediate) 4-5:30pm

Our soccer clinic is a great way for your child to begin learning the game of soccer in a fun, non-competitive and educational environment. Build and refine your soccer skills. Players can expect soccer-oriented games and drills that will help hone your abilities. Takes place at the Recreation & Aquatic Center.

BASEBALL & SOFTBALL

CLINIC

Mon-Fri | June 10-14

Ages 5-6 (New) 12-1:30pm

Ages 7-10 (Beginner) 2-3:30pm

Ages 9-12 (Intermediate) 4-5:30pm

The baseball/softball clinic is a great way to help your player learn, improve performance, and achieve goals while having fun. Our goal is to help young players understand basic fundamentals and learn proper techniques. Takes place at the Recreation & Aquatic Center.

DISC GOLF CLINIC

Mon-Fri | June 17-21

Ages 5-6 (New) 12-1:30pm

Ages 7-10 (Beginner) 2-3:30pm

Ages 9-12 (Intermediate) 4-5:30pm

Our disc golf clinic is aimed at providing helpful guidance and instruction for one of the fastest growing sports in America. We will cover the basics you need to know to get a proper start in the sport! Takes place at Enchanted Lands Park.

306 N. Sycamore Ave.

BASKETBALL CLINIC

Mon-Fri | June 24-28

Ages 5-6 (New) 12-1:30pm

Ages 7-10 (Beginner) 2-3:30pm

Ages 9-12 (Intermediate) 4-5:30pm

We will work with your child to develop fundamental basketball skills such as dribbling, passing, shooting, ball handling, footwork and defense. Your child will also learn teamwork and develop confidence while increasing their game skills in a fun environment. Takes place at the Recreation & Aquatic Center.

JULY

VOLLEYBALL CLINIC

Mon-Fri | July 15-19

Ages 5-6 (New) 12-1:30pm

Ages 7-10 (Beginner) 2-3:30pm

Ages 9-12 (Intermediate) 4-5:30pm

Our camp offers beginner to intermediate players the opportunity to build a volleyball foundation. The drills taught at this camp will help them to serve, pass, set, block and hit the ball. Takes place at the Recreation & Aquatic Center.

FOOTBALL CLINIC

Mon-Fri | July 22-26

Ages 5-6 (New) 12-1:30pm

Ages 7-10 (Beginner) 2-3:30pm

Ages 9-12 (Intermediate) 4-5:30pm

Our youth football clinic is a fun introduction to football for young players. These athletes get active and learn the basics like running, jumping, passing and catching. Takes place at the Recreation & Aquatic Center.

ROSWELL MUSEUM

DAILY 10AM - 6PM

Visit roswellmuseum.org to sign up today.

Roswell Museum

@roswellmuseum

JOIN ANY TIME

TABLETOP GAME DAYS

First Saturdays

1-4pm

Members & children 15 and under free | Non-members $5

Join local game designer/master Matt Bromley (Wildbird Games) at the table each month for a new adventure. Learn a new game or hone your skills with likeminded folks and players of all ages. Host’s table games will vary each month, one table will be designated for DnD, and additional tables will be available for bringyour-own-game setups.

SUNDAY AFTERNOON YOGA

Second & Fourth Sundays

2-3pm

Members Free | Non-members $5

Gentle yoga moves slowly and mindfully, allowing you to move safely into a variety of standing, seated and supine poses, calming the mind and body. Join 200-hour certified yoga instructor Alice Buck for this all-levels gentle yoga class in the Museum’s galleries. No RSVP required.

ADULT CLAY OPEN STUDIO

May 28 - September 8

Daily 10am-5:30pm

Adults, Beginner through Advanced

Members $160 | Non-Members $195

This 16-week open studio session is for adult students who have taken at least one previous clay class at the Museum, and wish to work independently outside of a class format. Clay is available for purchase in the studio.

Hours are 10 am to 5:30 pm daily with the exception of Wednesdays, when the studio closes at 4 pm for cleaning, and during Kids Clay classes, June 10-14 and July 8-12, 10 am - 2 pm.

JUNE 8 - BUGGIN’ OUT!

It’s officially summer break and the bugs are out! Do you have a favorite creepy critter? Abuzz with feelings for a flying thing? Make your own mask to bring out your inner insect.

JULY 13 - SHADOW DRAWING

Have you noticed; your shadow follows you EVERYWHERE! Let’s try and catch it, and maybe some others out in the courtyard. Bring your own and we will provide some smaller ones to draw and paint once we get a good outline.

AUG 10 - CLOUDS OF COLOR

Just because it’s cloudy outside, doesn’t mean there’s no color! Let’s make some fluffy, rainbowy, stormy clouds to hang around the house. Even if we don’t always get rain in the desert, we can bring our own indoors and out.

JUNE

JUNE THROWING ON THE WHEEL

Mon-Fri | June 10-14

11am-12:30pm

Ages 11 to Teen

Members $80 | Non-Members $100

Make various thrown bowls and cups with an emphasis on inventive surfaces. Students must have had a previous class in clay at the Roswell Museum. Supplies are included. Plus, Monday, June 17, and Friday, June 21, for glazing and pick up.

Instructor is Aria Finch.

JUNE KIDS’ ART CLASSES

“YOU ARE THE MASTERPIECE!”

Mon-Fri | June 10-14

For June, explore the theme of human features in which the students inspire the masterpieces through painting and drawing or clay, or register for both back to back! These courses will introduce students to working with multiple materials and learn the basics of drawing and painting or sculpting with clay. Students will create their own works of art and will be able to take home their own handmade pieces. Supplies are included.

CLAY

1st Grade to Age 8 | 9-10am

Instructor: Aria Finch

Members $65 | Non-Members $75

Ages 9 to 16 | 10-11am

Instructor: Aria Finch

Members $65 | Non-Members $75

DRAWING AND PAINTING

1st Grade to Age 8 | 10-11am

Instructor: Shama Bootzin

Members $65 | Non-Members $75

Ages 9 to 16 | 9-10am

Instructor: Shama Bootzin

Members $65 | Non-Members $75

JULY

JULY THROWING ON THE WHEEL

Mon-Fri | July 8-12

11am-12:30pm

Ages 11 to Teen

Members $80 | Non-Members $100

Make various thrown bowls and cups with an emphasis on inventive surfaces. Students must have had a previous class in clay at the Roswell Museum. Supplies are included. Plus, Monday, July 15, and Friday, July 19, for glazing and pick up.

Instructor is Aria Finch.

JULY KIDS’ ART CLASSES

“BIRDS OF A FEATHER”

Mon-Fri | July 8-12

For July, explore the theme of bird habitats through painting and drawing or clay, or both back to back! Students will construct landscapes focusing on birds in their natural habitats. These courses will introduce students to working with multiple materials and learn the basics of drawing and painting or sculpting with clay. Each class is one hour long each morning. Students will create their own works of art and will be able to take home their own handmade pieces. Supplies are included.

CLAY

1st Grade to Age 8 | 9-10am

Instructor: Aria Finch

Members $65 | Non-Members $75

Ages 9 to 16 | 10-11am

Instructor: Aria Finch

Members $65 | Non-Members $75

DRAWING AND PAINTING

1st Grade to Age 8 | 10-11am

Instructor: Shama Bootzin

Members $65 | Non-Members $75

Ages 9 to 16 | 9-10am

Instructor: Shama Bootzin

Members $65 | Non-Members $75

ROCKET CAMP

Tues-Thurs | July 16-18

9am-12pm

Grades 3 to 6

Members $45 | Non-Members $60

Model rocketry, a super fun, crowdpleasing STEM activity, is a safe and widespread hobby that has been credited as a significant source of inspiration for children who eventually become scientists and engineers. Learn to design, build and fly your very own model rocket in this introductory class. See and learn how mathematics explains the world of rockets and aeroscience through simple lessons in physics and rocket flight. Learn the laws of rocket stability and aerodynamics. Best of all, you will actually build and launch your own rocket at the end of the course to show your family and friends what you learned. Supplies included.

Instructor is Jeremy Howe.

FREE FILMS

JUNE 21

Have a memorable summer night with a free outdoor movie! Bring your blankets, chairs, snacks, family and friends for an evening under the stars. Pre-show activities and games begin at 8 p.m. and films start at nightfall.

Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs

An inventor and a weather-reporter intern try to discover why the sky is raining food instead of water in this adaptation of the children’s book by Ron and Judi Barrett (2009, 89 minutes, PG).

JULY 26

Zathura - A Space Adventure

A fantasy tale about brothers who are propelled into outer space by playing a mysterious board game (2005, 101 minutes, PG).

RENOVATION