The Richmond Department of Parks, Recreation, and Community Facilities (PRCF) promises to make available, affordable, accessible, and enjoyable activities for all children in the City of Richmond. To keep this promise, out staff will reduce fees based on ability to pay. Please discuss your needs with our staff.
Volunteers:
We encourage support from parents and members of the community. If you are interested in volunteer opportunities, please contact your local community center or park staff member.
inclusion Statement:
PRCF is committed to providing quality inclusive recreation and leisure activities to all residents in this community regardless of their level of ability. We value and support inclusive opportunities in all activities, programs and services throughout the city.
To request a modification based on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact the Therapeutic Recreation office at 804-6466934.
Non City Resident Fee:
Non city residents must pay an additional $20 fee per program or activity.
on-going
Programs:
Please note that on-going programs will expire February 29, 2024 and require registering again.
Payments for Programs:
PRCF cannot take cash as a form of payment for any of the programs that we offer. We accept money orders, cashier checks, credit cards, and personal checks. Checks and money orders should be made payable to “City of Richmond.”
Operation HOurs:
Operation hours for parks and community centers can be found on the Facilities Listing pages.
City Holidays:
The City of Richmond offices and community centers will be closed on the following holidays: Labor Day, Indigenous People’s Day, Election Day, Veterans’ Day, Thanksgiving Holiday (Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday), Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, and Presidents’s Day.
Who Do I Contact for...?
General Questions, Online Registration Questions, or Comments
804-646-5733
Photo Credits: Tamara Jenkins, Michael Wallace, or Alfonzo Mathis, unless otherwise noted.
athletics - Adult
Adult Beginners Tennis
Participants will learn the basic fundamental skills while having fun! These lessons will work on hand/ eye coordination, learning to use proper grips, and technique on ground strokes, volleys, serves, and overheads. Scoring and basic strategy regarding all parts of the court will be learned.
Ages: 18 years and over
Registration Dates: August 1 - September 22
Program Dates: September 25 - October 16 |
Wednesday
Time: 5:15 - 6:15 p.m.
Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident Location: Byrd Park Tennis Courts
Ages: 18 years and over
Registration Dates: August 1 - September 22
Program Dates: September 25 - October 16 |
Wednesday
Time: 5:15 - 6:15 p.m.
Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident Location: Battery Park Tennis Courts
Adult Intermediate Tennis
Participants will learn the basic fundamental skills while having fun! These lessons will work on hand/ eye coordination, learning to use proper grips, and technique on ground strokes, volleys, serves, and overheads. Scoring and basic strategy regarding all parts of the court will be learned.
Ages: 18 years and over
Registration Dates: August 1 - September 22
Program Dates: September 25 - October 16 |
Wednesday
Time: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident Location: Byrd Park Tennis Courts
Ages: 18 years and over
Registration Dates: August 1 - September 22
Program Dates: September 25 - October 16 |
Wednesday Time: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident Location: Battery Park Tennis Courts
Intro to Pickleball
Join us on the courts! Players will receive two hours of instruction each week to learn the basics; serves, return, scoring, court positions, and much more!
Ages: 50 years and over
Date: September 5 - November 7 | Thursday
Time: 11 a.m. - noon
Price: Free
Location: Ann Hardy Community Center
Pickleball Open Gym
Join us on the courts! Players will be able to play in a few pick up pickleball games, while learning a few new skills from other players!
Ages: 55 years and over
Date: On-going | Tuesday, Wednesday, & Thursday
Time: 12:30 - 3 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Humphrey Calder Community Center
Ages: 55 years and over
Date: On-going | Tuesday & Thursday
Time: 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Randolph Community Center
Open Gym for Basketball
Stop by and play a few pick up games with others!
Ages: 18 years and over
Date: September 6 - December 14 | Friday & Saturday
Time: 6 - 9 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Bellemeade Community Center
Ages: 18 years and over
Date: On-going | Friday
Time: 6 - 7:45 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Randolph Community Center
Women’s Open Gym for Basketball
Stop by and play a few pick up games with others!
Ages: 18 years and over
Date: On-going | Thursday
Time: 6 - 7:45 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Randolph Community Center
Badminton Club
Participants will compete in badminton games, while also learning skills in a competitive environment.
Ages: 18 years and over
Dates: On-going | Thursday
Time: 5:30 - 8 p.m.
Price: Free Location: Humphrey Calder Community Center
Wheelchair Rugby
Based on the fundamentals of Basketball with the adaptation of wheelchairs. This is an open gym program. Competition games are played.
Ages: 15 years and over
Date: On-going | Monday
Time: 5:30 - 8 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Humphrey Calder Community Center
athletics - YOuth
Soccer
Players will learn the fundamentals of soccer including the rules, regulations, and various playing techniques. Please contact your local community center for practice days and times.
Ages: 4 - 14 years
Price: $25 city resident | $45 non resident
Registration Dates: August 1 - October 6
Season Dates: September 22 - November 11
Youth Basketball
Players will have an opportunity to learn the rules, skills, and plays associated with basketball. Please contact your local community center for practice days and times.
Ages: 5 - 15 years
Price: $25 city resident | $45 non resident
Registration Dates: October 1 - December 30
Season Dates: January 12 - March 16
Cheerleading
Learn team building exercises, sportsmanship, and team play. Curriculum includes body movement, dexterity development, and coordination along with stunts, cheer, and dance techniques. Please contact your local community center for practice days and times.
Ages: 5 -17 years
Price: $25 city resident | $45 non resident
Registration Dates: August 1 - September 16
Season Dates: August 26 - October 16
Advanced Ping Pong
Come and play against other lovers of the game in a high intensity, high velocity bouts!
Ages: 12 years and over
Date: On-going | Friday
Time: 4 - 6 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: T.B. Smith Community Center
Beginner Ping Pong
Instructions will include basic drills on footwork, stances, forehand and backhand strokes, serving and returns, score counts, and game situations.
Ages: 12 years and over
Date: On-going | Friday
Time: 4 - 6 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: T.B. Smith Community Center
Tennis Participants will be taught basic fundamental skills while having fun! Basic strokes will be taught such as forehand, backhand, and how to serve.
Ages: 4 - 6 years
Registration Dates: August 1 - September 22
Season Dates: September 24 - October 15 | Tuesday
Time: 4 - 4:30 p.m.
Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident
Location: Byrd Park Tennis Courts
Ages: 4 - 6 years
Registration Dates: August 1 - September 22
Season Dates: September 24 - October 15 | Tuesday
Time: 4 - 4:30 p.m.
Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident
Location: Battery Park Tennis Courts
Ages: 7 - 9 years
Registration Dates: August 1 - September 22
Season Dates: September 24 - October 15 | Tuesday
Time: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident
Location: Byrd Park Tennis Courts
Ages: 7 - 9 years
Registration Dates: August 1 - September 22
Season Dates: September 24 - October 15 | Tuesday
Time: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident Location: Battery Park Tennis Courts
Ages: 10 - 14 years
Registration Dates: August 1 - September 22
Season Dates: September 24 - October 15 | Tuesday
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident
Location: Byrd Park Tennis Courts
Ages: 10 - 14 years
Registration Dates: August 1 - September 22
Season Dates: September 24 - October 15 | Tuesday
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident
Location: Battery Park Tennis Courts
Tennis
Participants will be taught basic fundamental skills while having fun! Basic strokes will be taught such as forehand, backhand, and how to serve.
Ages: 15 - 17 years
Registration Dates: August 1 - September 22
Season Dates: September 25 - October 16 |
Wednesday
Time: 4 - 4:30 p.m.
Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident Location: Byrd Park Tennis Courts
Ages: 15 - 17 years
Registration Dates: August 1 - September 22
Season Dates: September 25 - October 16 |
Wednesday
Time: 4 - 4:30 p.m.
Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident Location: Battery Park Tennis Courts
Cobra Boxing
Cobra Boxing athletes will learn the sport of Olympic boxing while developing character and learning competitive excellence, and helping to grow the sport in the state of Virginia. The program strives to encourage, teach motivation, guidance, and inspiration to build character and strength. In addition, members will learn skills such as discipline and respect that can be used in the community, home, work, and school.Ages: 5 years and over
Dates: On-going | Monday - Friday
Time: 6:30 - 9 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Hickory Hill Community Center
Fit for Kidz Run Club
For kids who like to run, walk, or jog, this program will improve their physical health and learn the fundamentals of running and conditioning.
The goal of the plan is to envision a world-class park and recreation system that is equitable, resilient, and loved by all. This plan called Richmond INSPIRE (Imagining NeighborhoodShaping Parks and Inclusive Recreation Experiences) will offer a communitysupported vision for parks and recreation, with a concrete action plan to implement the vision in phases over time.
Child’s Play - Mommy and Me
Parents will master the parenting skills while playing with their children as they meet key milestones through play-based education.
Ages: 2 - 5 years
Dates: September 17 – October 22 | Tuesday
Time: 10 a.m. - noon
Price: Free
Location: Hickory Hill Community Center
Ages: 2 - 5 years
Dates: September 19 – October 24 | Thursday
Time: 10 a.m. - noon
Price: Free
Location: Hickory Hill Community Center
Intro to Double Dutch
Participants will learn basic skills including how to enter the rope, do stunts, speed jumping, and freestyle exercises.
Ages: 10 - 16 years
Dates: On-going | Monday & Wednesday
Time: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Blackwell Community Center
After School Program
Recreational activities such as sports, arts and crafts, music, dance, and the performing arts will keep children active and having fun, while staff ensure a focus on building character and learning life skills.
The program is held Monday through Friday from 2:45 until 6 p.m. on all fully operating school days. Parents or guardians must pick up their children not riding the after school activity bus promptly at 6 p.m. Participants must be enrolled at the selected elementary school. Registration at Humphrey Calder or Randolph Community Centers are open to the public.
Please note that if Richmond Public Schools are operating on a half day, the After School Program will not occur.
Ages: 5 - 12 years
Fall 2024 Program Dates: August 28 - December 22
Time: 2:45 - 6 p.m.
Price: $70 resident
Ages: 5 - 12 years
Winter 2025 Program Dates: January 8 - May 30
Time: 2:45 - 6 p.m.
Price: $70 resident
Bellemeade Community Center 1800 Lynhaven Avenue
Bellevue E.S. 2301 E. Grace Street
Blackwell E.S. 300 East 15th Street
Broad Rock E.S. 4615 Ferguson Lane
G.W. Carver E.S. 1110 West Leigh Street
Loris Harrison Jones E.S. (John B. Cary E.S. ) 3021 Maplewood Avenue
Chimborazo E.S. 3000 E. Marshall Street
Fairfield E.S. 2510 Phaup Street
J.B. Fisher E.S 3701 Garden Road
Frances W. McClenney E.S. (Ginter Park E.S.) 3817 Chamberlayne Avenue
Humphrey Calder Community Center 414 N. Thompson Street
Miles Jones E.S. 200 Beaufont Drive
Henry Marsh E.S. 813 N. 28th Street
Barack Obama E.S. 3101 Fendall Avenue
Overby Sheppard E.S. 2300 First Avenue
Patrick Henry School of Arts and Sciences 3411 Semmes Avenue
Randolph Community Center 1415 Grayland Avenue
G.H. Reid E.S. 1301 Whitehead Road
Southampton E.S. 3333 Cheverly Road
Swansboro E.S. 3160 Midlothian Turnpike
Westover Hills E.S. 1301 Jahnke Road
Woodville E.S. 2000 N. 28th Street
Richmond Riptides Swim Team
Has your child just finished an amazing swim league season and is interested in swimming during the school year? Has he or she just finished swim lessons and you’re looking for more? Well look no further!
The Richmond Riptides Swim Team is designed to offer a competitive swimming experience to youth ages 5 to 18 years old. Swimmers will have the opportunity to learn all four swimming strokes, build self-confidence, meet new friends, and become stronger swimmers in an exciting and fun environment.
The Richmond Riptides Swim Team competes in the Virginia Community Swim League (VCSL), which is comprised of municipally sponsored teams from the Richmond and Tidewater areas, in USA Swim meets, and local fun meets. All participants must be able to swim the length of a 25 yard pool on their own to be eligible to participate with the team.
To register for the program please contact the program at RichmondCityRiptides@gmail.com
Ages: 6 years and over
Dates: On-going | Monday - Friday
Time: 4 - 7 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Swansboro Indoor Pool
Richmond Riptides Dive
Riptides Dive is a beginner diving program designed to teach basic techniques of competitive diving. All divers must attend at least one gym practice per week to be eligible to attend a pool practice.
Ages: 5 - 13 years
Dates: September 3 - November 5 | Tuesday or Thursday
Time: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Price: Free Location: Dive RVA - 2256 Dabney Road
Ages: 5 - 13 years
Dates: September 3 - November 5 | Tuesday or Thursday Time: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Price: Free Location: Dive RVA - 2256 Dabney Road
Ages: 14 - 17 years
Dates: September 3 - November 5 | Tuesday or Thursday
Time: 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Price: Free Location: Dive RVA - 2256 Dabney Road
Ages: 5 - 13 years
Dates: September 9 - November 18 | Monday Time: 6 - 7 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: St. Catherine’s - 6001 Grove Avenue
Ages: 14 - 17 years
Dates: September 9 - November 18 | Monday
Time: 7 - 8:30 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: St. Catherine’s - 6001 Grove Avenue
Aquatics
Deep Water Aerobics
This is a deep water, medium impact aerobics class designed to increase heart rate, burn fat, and strengthen muscles. A great workout for abdominals, buttocks, and thighs.
Ages: 18 years and over
Dates: On-going | Tuesday & Thursday
Time: 10 - 11 a.m.
Price: Free Location: Swansboro Pool
Water Aerobics
This is a shallow water, medium impact aerobics class designed to increase heart rate, burn fat, and strengthen muscles. A great workout for abdominals, glutes, and thighs.
In this class, the instructor will demonstrate different strokes, speeds, and lengths to encourage a more varied and challenging workout than traditional lane-swimming, while also improving their swim technique.
Aqua Jogging is geared to train your cardiovascular system as well as give you a total body workout with no impact. This class is good for both beginners and more experienced individuals looking to perform a cardio workout. Maximize your potential using a combination of deep water exercises, shallow water exercises, pool side strength training, and fun. Participants must be comfortable in the water.
Ages: 18 years and over
Days: On-going | Monday - Friday
Time: 9 - 10 a.m.
Price: Free
Location: Bellemeade Pool
Ages: 18 years and over
Days: On-going | Tuesday & Thursday
Time: 10 - 11 a.m.
Price: Free
Location: Bellemeade Pool
Aqua Boxing
Make a splash with this medium to high impact high intensity aerobics workout that helps you improve flexibility, strength, balance, and aerobic endurance. Jabs, uppercuts, hooks, and defensive skills all while in water!!!
Ages: 15 years and over
Dates: On-going | Wednesday Time: 7 - 8 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Swansboro Pool
Aqua Drumming
Join us with drumming in the water. This program combines drum rhythms with pool fun. With this high energy aerobics class, let our instructor lead you in making your own beats and rhythms while exercising at your own pace.
Ages: 15 years and over
Dates: On-going | Tuesday
Time: 7 - 8 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Swansboro Pool
Wave Rider Aqua Cycling
High intensity class utilizing stationary aqua bikes in 3-4 feet of water. Even those who are unable to swim are able to participate! Pedaling in the water allows resistance. Aquatic exercises are performed both on and off of the bikes. This class is taught by certified instructors. If you’re looking to lose weight, this is an excellent opportunity to work towards accomplishing your goal!
Ages: 15 years and over
Days: On-going | Tuesday Time: 6 - 7 p.m.
Price: $20 per month resident | $40 per month non resident
Location: Bellemeade Pool
Deep Water Core & Cardio
Participants are encouraged to wear a floatation belt, while being instructed to perform various underwater motions with your arms and legs. This class is designed to strengthen your muscles, while burning fat, as well as muscle toning.
Ages: 18 years and over
Days: On-going | Tuesday & Thursday
Time: 11 a.m. - noon
Price: Free Location: Bellemeade Pool
Photo credit: Wave Rider Aqua Fitness
Aquatics
Swim Lessons
The objective of the “Learn to Swim” courses are to teach children, teens, and adults to be safe in, on, and around the water and to swim well. Aquatic and personal water safety skills are taught in a logical progression through six levels. PRCF teaches swim lessons for preschoolers (ages 3-4 years) and those that are ages 5 years and over for levels 1 and 2. Participants are encouraged to sign up for the appropriate level based on their level of swimming ability. There may be a time where a participant is switched to a different class depending on their ability.
Registration for all “Learn to Swim” classes will take place online. Unfortunately, the Aquatics Division is unable to hold spaces due to previous enrollment, age, group, or level of the child. Each class is on a first come, first served basis until all classes and levels are full. Please note that class availability are subject to change. Classes are also subject to be cancelled as a result of inclement weather. We will work to schedule make up classes, however there may be times that classes will not be made up.
For more information, please contact Erica Kirkland at 804-646-8849 or Erica.Kirkland@rva.gov.
Ages: 5 - 12 years
Level: 3 & 4
Dates: On-going | Monday & Wednesday
Time: 5 - 5:45 p.m.
Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident Location: Bellemeade Pool
Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident Location: Bellemeade Pool
Home School Learn to Swim
This class provides an opportunity for home schooled students to learn to swim or improve their swimming techniques and learn all four strokes in an environment with other home schooled children.
Price: $25 resident | $45 non resident Location: Bellemeade Pool
Dance
City Dance Program
The City Dance Program offers complete training in a wide variety of dance disciplines and related movement for children aged three years and up, beginners through advanced levels. Children’s classes run all year, so that the young dancers can take time to achieve mastery over their chosen dance form.
Classes are age appropriate and based on the developmental needs of each student. The more advanced classes are graded on experience and natural abilities. Students can choose from the regular class schedule or the intensive program, which is designed for the more serious dancer.
Dance Attire:
For girls, sky blue or black leotard is preferred, with pink tights and pink leather ballet shoes. No cover-ups please. A chiffon dance skirt is permitted, and MUST be worn around the child’s natural waist. For boys, a white tee shirt, navy blue fitted shorts, black ballet shoes, and white socks or a black tank-top leotard and jazz pants with white ballet shoes.
Hippety Hop
Jump into a world of fun and movement with our Hippety Hop Dance class! This energetic and playful class combines the coolest moves from hip hop with imaginative dance elements, creating a joyful experience that will keep young dancers moving and smiling.
Ages: 6 - 9 years
Dates: September 9 - January 13 | Monday
Time: 6 - 6:45 p.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 6 - 9 years
Dates: January 27 - May 5 | Monday
Time: 6 - 6:45 p.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Kinderdance
In this fun and engaging class, students will be introduced to the movement ad rhythm through dance. This class is designed to foster a love for dance while helping dancers build confidence, social skills, and a sense of rhythm.
Age: 4 - 5 years
Dates: September 10 - January 21 | Tuesday
Time: 5:45 - 6:30 p.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Age: 4 - 5 years
Dates: January 28 - May 6 | Tuesday
Time: 5:45 - 6:30 p.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Kinderjazz
Students will learn simple jazz steps and movements through imaginative routines that encourage self expression and creativity in an engaging way.
Ages: 6 - 9 years
Dates: September 9 - January 13 | Monday
Time: 6:45 - 7:45 p.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 6 - 9 years
Dates: January 27 - May 5 | Monday Time: 6:45 - 7:45 p.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Dance
Creative Movement
This class offers a fun and engaging introduction to movement, rhythm, and creativity through dance with a blend of structured activites and creative play.
Age: 3 years
Dates: September 4 - January 25 | Saturday
Time: 11 - 11:45 a.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Age: 3 years
Dates: February 1 - May 10 | Saturday
Time: 11 - 11:45 a.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Dance Discovery
This class offers a rage of dance styles, such as jazz, hip hop and musical theater, making it an excellent option for young dancers eager to explore different dance forms while enhancing coordination and motor skill.
Ages: 7 – 16
Dates: September 16 – October 14 | Monday
Time: 4 – 6 p.m.
Price: $30 resident | $50 non resident Location: Hickory Hill Community Center
Ages: 7 – 16
Dates: November 4 – December 9 | Friday
Time: 4 – 6 p.m.
Price: $30 resident | $50 non resident Location: Hickory Hill Community Center
Lyrical
Immerse yourself in the beauty and emotion of movement with this dance class. Designed for dancers who want to explore the fluid and emotive qualities of this dance form, students will learn to blend elements of jazz and contemporary styles to create a dynamic experience.
Ages: 10 - 16 years
Dates: September 11 - January 22 | Wednesday Time: 7 - 8 p.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 10 - 16 years
Dates: January 29 - May 7 | Wednesday Time: 7 - 8 p.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Adult Mix Genre
This class is perfect for adults looking to explore and enjoy a variety of dance genres.
Ages: 17 years and over
Dates: September 12 - January 23 | Thursday Time: 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 17 years and over
Dates: January 30 - May 8 | Thursday Time: 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Dance
Pre Ballet I
Students will learn the foundation for ballet by introducing them to the basic principals of this graceful and expression art form in a fun and engaging way. Students will explore fundamental ballet positions, movements, and exercises.
Age: 6 - 7 years
Dates: September 10 - January 21 | Tuesday
Time: 6 - 6:45 p.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Age: 6 - 7 years
Dates: January 28 - May 6 | Tuesday
Time: 6 - 6:45 p.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Pre Ballet II
Students will build upon skills they gained in Pre Ballet I. This class is designed to deepen their understanding of ballet techniques and refine their basic ballet positions and movements, while exploring more advanced steps and exercises.
Age: 7 - 8 years
Dates: September 10 - January 21 | Tuesday
Time: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Age: 7 - 8 years
Dates: January 28 - May 6 | Tuesday
Time: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ballet I & II
This class is designed for students who have successfully taken Pre Ballet I and II or have prior ballet experience to build their skills. Students will learn more nuanced techniques and build a strong technical base.
Age: 9 - 16 years
Dates: September 10 - January 21 | Tuesday
Time: 6:45 - 7:45 p.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Age: 9 - 16 years
Dates: January 28 - May 6 | Tuesday
Time: 6:45 - 7:45 p.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Tap I & II
Get ready to make some noise and master the rhythm of tap! This class will continue foundational techniques from Tap I, along with more advanced elements of Tap II for a dynamic experience.
Ages: 7 - 16 years
Dates: September 12 - January 23 | Thursday
Time: 6:45 - 7:45 p.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 7 - 16 years
Dates: Janauary 30 - May 8 | Thursday
Time: 6:45 - 7:45 p.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ballet | Tap Combo
This class is designed for young dancers eager to explore the elegance of ballet and the rhythm of tap- blending both styles to provide a well rounded foundation.
Age: 5 - 7 years
Dates: September 12 - January 23 | Thursday
Time: 5:45 - 6:45 p.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Age: 5 - 7 years
Dates: January 30 - May 8 | Thursday
Time: 5:45 - 6:45 p.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Photo
credit: Dance Division
Modern | Contemporary
This class is designed for dancers who are eager to push boundaries and explore new forms of movement that combines the foundational elements of modern dance with fluid and dynamic techniques of contemporary dance.
Ages: 10 - 16 years
Dates: September 12 - January 23 | Thursday
Time: 6 - 7 p.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 10 - 16 years
Dates: January 30 - May 8 | Thursday
Time: 6 - 7 p.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Modern Dance II and III
Modern dance is a technique that includes elements of many other dance forms. It includes floor work, improvisation, and alignment as well as basic leaps.
Ages: 10 - 16 years
Dates: September 12 - January 23 | Thursday
Time: 7 - 8 p.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 10 - 16 years
Dates: January 30 - May 8 | Thursday
Time: 7 - 8 p.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Hip Hop I and II
Get ready to bring the heat and groove with confidence in our Hip Hop dance class! This class is designed for tweens and teens who are excited to dive into the dynamic world of hip-hop and express themselves through high energy movement and rhythm.
Ages: 10 - 16 years
Dates: September 9 - January 13 | Monday
Time: 7 - 8 p.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 10 - 16 years
Dates: January 27 - May 5 | Monday
Time: 7 - 8 p.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Jazz I
Step into the world of rhythm and style with our Jazz I dance class! Designed for young dancers who are eager to explore the dynamic and expressive world of Jazz, this class introduces the fundamentals of of the genere in a fun and supportative environment.
Ages: 10 - 16 years
Dates: September 9 - January 13 | Monday
Time: 6 - 7 p.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 10 - 16 years
Dates: January 27 - May 5 | Monday
Time: 6 - 7 p.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Jazz II
This class is designed for intermediate dancers who are ready to build on their foundational jazz skills, have mastered the basics, and are eager to explore more complex techniques and choreography.
Ages: 11 - 16 years
Dates: September 10 - January 21 | Tuesday
Time: 7 - 8 p.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 11 - 16 years
Dates: January 28 - May 6 | Tuesday
Time: 7 - 8 p.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Adult Jazz & Hip Hop
This dynamic class brings together the best of both worlds- the smooth sophistication of jazz with the high energy beats of hip-hop. Designed for adults seeking a lively and varied dance experience, this class will challenge you to master a blend of two exhilarating styles.
Ages: 17 years and over
Dates: September 12- January 23 | Thursday
Time: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 17 years and over
Dates: January 30 - May 8 | Tuesday
Time: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Price: Please see price chart on page 16
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
YOuth development
Journey - Mapping Your Career Course
Do you dream of becoming an artist or entertainer? Discover what it takes to have a career in music, theatre, and backstage technical jobs such as lighting, sound, and scenic design. In this course, teens will gain the necessary training and skills in the arts for future summer employment and beyond.
Ages: 13 - 17 years
Dates: October 21 - June 21 | Monday
Time: 6 - 8 p.m.
Price: Free for city residents | $20 non residents
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Youth Broadcasting
The sports broadcasting program aims to empower young individuals by teaching them the art of sports broadcasting and live streaming. Focused on community center team sports, the program provides a unique opportunity for teenagers to learn and develop essential broadcasting skills while staying connected to sports events within their community. This interactive and hands-on program offers participants the chance to learn how to compose compelling playby-play commentary, analyze game strategies, conduct insightful interviews, and operate professionalgrade broadcasting equipment. They will also receive guidance on live streaming techniques, mastering the use of cameras, microphones, and video editing software.
Ages: 12 - 17 years
Dates: September 28 - November 23 | Varies
Price: Free
Location: Battery Park Community Center
Connecting U Teen Mentoring
This program will motivate teens to connect in a positive space to build a healthy relationship with each other through team building, character treats, and respect. Registration not required, please contact community center for more information.
Ages: 13 - 18 years
Dates: September 28 - November 23 | Monday & Wednesday
Time: 7 - 8 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Bellemeade Community Center
“Be A Light”
A male teen mentoring program that will assist participants on how to build healthy relationships with each other, engage them with team building exercises, and conflict resolution techniques.
Ages: 12 - 17 years
Dates: On-going | 3rd Monday of the month
Time: 6 - 8 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Hickory Hill Community Center
Just Craftin’ Around
Are you ready to unleash your creativity? We welcome everyone who is 18 and older with a disability to join our crafts group as we exlore new art medums, make friends, exachage ideas, and much more! For more information, please call 804-6466934.
Age: 18 and over
Dates: October 16 - December 4 | Monday
Time: 10 - 11 a.m.
Price: $5 per session resident | $25 per session non resident
Location: Hickory Hill Community Center
Adaptive Learn to Swim
Are you ready to unleash your creativity? We welcome everyone who is 18 and older with a disability to join our crafts group as we exlore new art medums, make friends, exachage ideas, and much more! For more information, please call 804-6466934.
Age: 6 - 17 years old
Dates: October 8 - December 5 | Tuesday & Thursday
Time: 7 - 7:45 p.m.
Price: $25 residents | $45 non residents
Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool
The Social Tree
This social group is dedicated to creating opportunities for individuals to develop new social connections while enjoying fun activities. Group sessions are divided by age range.
Age: 12 - 22 years of age
Dates: October 17 - December 12 | Thursday
Time: 5 - 6 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Humphrey Calder Community Center
The Rec
This program is for individuals with disabilities to engage in a variety of sports, while learning the rules and fundamentals. Benefits of participation include improved physical health, increased social skills, and sportsmanship skills.
Age: 18 and over
Dates: September 9 - December 16 | Monday
Time: 11 a.m. - noon
Price: Free
Location: Powhatan Hill Community Center
Therapeutic RecReation
Roll and Tumble
An adaptive based gymnastics program catered to children who have physical, intellectual, or developmental disabilities. This program allows participants to gain hands on experience and learn the fundamentals of gymnastics while engaging in meaningful play. This is a fun way for children to get their body moving and learn skills to improve coordination, social skills, communication, strength, and endurance. Parents are required to be in attendance with their child during the sessions and will be guided by an instructor.
Age: 3 - 5 years
Dates: September 9 - December 16 | Every Other Monday
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Price: $60 resident | $80 non resident
Location: Hickory Hill Community Center
Between
The Lines
We offer a unique community-based book club program for adolescents and adults with Down syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy and other intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Ages: 18 years and older
Dates: On going | Tuesday Time: 10 - 10:45 a.m.
Price: Free
Location: Richmond Main Library
Coping Through Leisure
This program promotes the use of leisure and recreation through cultural, social, and creative enrichment. Participants will learn to develop healthly coping strategies to improve their mental health and wellness.
Age: 18 and over
Dates: September 9 - December 16 | Monday Time: 11 a.m. - noon
Price: Free
Location: Hickory Hill Community Center
Tiny Tales with Virginia Repertory Theater
Stories come alive as students delve into the imaginary worlds of their favorite books! Using age appropriate creative drama, experienced Virginia Rep teaching artists guide the participants through a fun, interactive, and multi sensory journey through a work of children’s literature. Students are encouraged to offer ideas and suggestions to tackle problems and solve conflicts all while counting, sequencing, singing, and moving with their bodies. Within the pages of a book, the group discovers the resolution to their obstacle.
Ages: 4 - 6 years
Dates: September 11 - December 11 | Wednesday
Time: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 4 - 6 years
Dates: January 22 - May 7 | Wednesday Time: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
YOU - The Singer!
This class will take the student on a complete journey from DREAMS to ON STAGE performing and all the ins and outs of how the voice is used during each stage - both singing and speaking!
Ages: 8 - 12 years
Dates: September 11 - December 11 | Wednesday Time: 5 - 6 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 8 - 12 years
Dates: January 22 - May 7 | Wednesday Time: 5 - 6 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Performing Arts
Intro to Puppetry
Jump into the enchanting world of puppetry! In this beginners class, students will explore the art of bringing puppets to life through voice work and hand and rod puppetry skills. Students will gain confidence in performing and storytelling while crafting their own unique characters and building technique in puppet manipulation.
Ages: 9 - 13 years
Dates: September 10 - December 10 | Tuesday Time: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 9 - 13 years
Dates: January 21 - May 6 | Tuesday Time: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Photo credit: Shanna Battle
Performing Arts
Teen Theatre
Students will learn tools for creating improvised scenes, developing characters, exploring acting techniques, and actor readiness. They will also learn how to act through song and movement and be encouraged to make strong, bold, and fun character choices. This class is perfect for teens looking to enhance their acting abilities, build self confidence, and connect with like minded peers.
Ages: 13 - 18 years
Dates: September 12 - December 12 | Thursday
Time: 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 13 - 18 years
Dates: January 23 - May 8 | Thursday
Time: 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Musical Theatre
In this introductory course, students will learn a combination of acting, singing, and dance skills while engaging in interactive activities that will expose them to theatre techniques. This class will encourage them to have an appreciation for performances in dramatic arts.
Ages: 7 - 10 years
Dates: September 12 - December 12 | Thursday
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 11 - 14 years
Dates: September 12 - December 12 | Thursday
Time: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 7 - 10 years
Dates: January 23 - May 8 | Thursday
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 11 - 14 years
Dates: January 23 - May 8 | Thursday
Time: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Adventure Theatre with Art to ALL Dive into creativity with Adventure Theatre - where young minds craft, collaborate, and improvise their way through an undersea world of imagination! In this class, FUN takes center stage as students embark on a journey of character creation and exploriation.
Ages: 8 - 11 years
Dates: September 9 - December 9 | Monday
Time: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 12 - 14 years
Dates: September 11 - December 11 | Wednesday
Time: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 8 - 11 years
Dates: January 27 - May 5 | Monday Time: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 12 - 14 years
Dates: January 22 - May 7 | Wednesday Time: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Improv Comedy with Bridge 9
This interactive class is perfect for your comedy star or the one interested in comedy! Students gain skills in teamwork, gain confidence, and have fun while learning about improve.
Ages: 11 - 15 years
Dates: September 10 - December 10 | Tuesday Time: 4 - 5 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 11 - 15 years
Dates: January 21 - May 6 | Tuesday Time: 4 - 5 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Performing Arts
Guitar I
This beginner class is where students will learn the basics to making music and playing the guitar. Students will primarily learn through the songs that they choose as a class. They will learn about rhythm, melody, chords, soloing, music history, and reading music. The class will conclude with a program to showcase what students have learned this session. Instruments provided.
Ages: 7 - 11 years
Dates: September 10 - December 10 | Tuesday Time: 6 - 7 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 13 - 17 years
Dates: September 10 - December 10 | Tuesday Time: 5 - 6 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 18 years and over
Dates: September 10 - December 10 | Tuesday Time: 7 - 8 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 7 - 11 years
Dates: January 21 - May 6 | Tuesday Time: 6 - 7 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 13 - 17 years
Dates: January 21 - May 6 | Tuesday Time: 5 - 6 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 18 years and over
Dates: January 21 - May 6 | Tuesday Time: 7 - 8 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Keyboard I
Students will get familiar with the keyboard - all 88 keys- and learn about pitch, treble and bass clef, rhythm, and be introduced to musicians who made the piano and music legendary! Instruments provided.
Ages: 8 - 12 years
Dates: September 10- December 10 | Tuesday Time: 5 - 6 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 8 - 12 years
Dates: January 21 - May 6 | Tuesday Time: 5 - 6 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Just Music
Is there a budding musician in your house? Well, this class is for them! Participants will be introduced to music and exposed to elements such as creative writing, music production, and live music recording. Ages: 10 - 17 years
Dates: On-going | Monday & Friday
Time: 6 - 8 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Bellemeade Community Center
Photo credit: Sir James Thornhill
Photo credit: B. Wimbish Photography
Visual Arts
Handbuilding with Clay
Try a pottery class, it’s fun! Beginners receive a thorough introduction to hand building using techniques such as coil, slab, and pinch sculptures and vessels. A supply fee of $25 is paid to the instructor at the first class.
Ages: 18 years and over
Dates: September 15 - November 3 | Wednesday
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Price: $125 resident | $145 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 18 years and over
Dates: January 12 - March 9 | Wednesday
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Price: $125 resident | $145 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Advanced Handbuilding with Clay
Try a pottery class, it’s fun! Advanced students Will be encouraged to use your imagination to create using techniques such as coil, slab, and pinch sculptures and vessels. A supply fee of $25 is paid to the instructor at the first class.
Ages: 18 years and over
Dates: September 16 - November 4 | Thursday
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Price: $125 resident | $145 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Youth Pottery
Students receive a thorough introduction to hand building using techniques such as coil, slab, and pinch sculptures and vessels.
Ages: 8 - 12 years
Dates: September 12 - December 12 | Thursday
Time: 4:15 – 5:15 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 8 - 12 years
Dates: January 23 - May 8 | Wednesday
Time: 4:15 – 5:15 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Adult Loom Weaving
Learn the magic of the floor loom! Weaving basics will be discussed to help you understand the ins and outs of the weaving process with a focus on proper technique.
Ages: 16 years and over
Dates: September 9 - December 9 | Monday
Time: 6 - 8 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 16 years and over
Dates: January 27 - May 5 | Monday
Time: 6 - 8 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Visual Arts
Underwater Art Explorations
If you are an ocean lover, then this is the arts and crafts class for you! Come and explore diverse art materials and techniques while learning fun and weird facts about ocean life!
Ages: 8 - 11 years
Dates: September 9 - December 9 | Monday
Time: 5:45 – 6:45 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 8 - 11 years
Dates: January 27 - May 5 | Monday Time: 5:45 – 6:45 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Exploring Arts & Crafts Worldwide
In this exciting new arts and crafts class, you will delve into a world of creativity, expanding your horizons, while learning about traditional arts and crafts from different countries and cultures.
Ages: 8 - 11 years
Dates: September 9 - December 9 | Monday Time: 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 8 - 11 years
Dates: January 27 - May 5 | Monday Time: 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Acrylic Painting
Learn all the foundational steps you need to boost your acrylic painting skills! Students will learn to create value, mix colors, and add dimension to paintings of still lives, landscapes, portraits, and abstracts.
Ages: 9 - 13 years
Dates: September 10 - December 10 | Tuesday Time: 4 – 5:15 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 9 - 13 years
Dates: January 21 - May 6 | Tuesday Time: 4 – 5:15 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Intro to Art
Elementary age artists will explore all types of art in this introductory class - painting, drawing, collage, and more! Students will learn a little bit of different art types to see where their inner artist truly shines.
Ages: 7 - 11 years
Dates: September 11 - December 11 | Wednesday
Time: 4 – 5 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 7 - 11 years
Dates: January 22 - May 7 | Wednesday
Time: 4 – 5 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Exploring Upcycled Art
Embark on a fascinating joiurney into the realm of recycled art! Students will transform various recycled materials into unique works of art.
Ages: 8 - 12 years
Dates: September 11 - December 11 | Wednesday
Time: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 8 - 12 years
Dates: January 22 - May 7 | Wednesday
Time: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Oil Painting
Students will cover basic safety, technique principals, value, and color mixing while we create still lives, landscapes, and portraits.
Ages: 16 years and over
Dates: September 11 - December 11 | Wednesday
Time: 6 - 8 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 16 years and over
Dates: January 22 - May 7 | Wednesday
Time: 6 - 8 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Visual Arts
Cartoon Drawing
Create a world within your own comic book with this class! We’ll explore the fundamentals of character generation, narrative, and world building. Along the way, we’ll improve your coloring, line work, and accuracy developing characters.
Ages: 9 - 12 years
Dates: September 12 - December 12 | Thursday
Time: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 9 - 12 years
Dates: January 23 - May 8 | Wednesday
Time: 4:15 - 5:15 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Printmaking
Learn to carve linoleum and cut stencils to create multiple copies of your drawings. Students will learn basic principals of printmaking and work to build community in the studio with constructive critiques.
Ages: 9 - 13 years
Dates: September 10 - December 12 | Tuesday
Time: 5:30 - 6:45 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 9 - 13 years
Dates: January 21 - May 6 | Tuesday
Time: 5:30 - 6:45 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Art After School
Art Kids Academy provides interactive creative art after school enrichment programming for youth ages 6-12 for 6 weeks. Each week, participants will learn about different artists, art styles, and mediums. Registration is required. Please contact Ann Hardy Community Center for more details.
Ages: 6 - 12 years
Dates: September 16 - October 23 | Monday, Tuesday & Thursday
Time: 4 - 5:30 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Ann Hardy Community Center
Art - Imagination Station
This class will allow students to delve into the world of art through diverse techniques. Budding artist will explore print making, cartooning, painting and more art styles that will help them develop and broaden their artistic horizons.
Ages: 7 – 16 years
Dates: September 18 – October 22 | Wednesday
Time: 4 – 6 p.m.
Price: $20 resident | $40 non resident Location: Hickory Hill Community Center
Ages: 7 – 16 years
Dates: November 6 – December 11 | Wednesday
Time: 4 – 6 p.m.
Price: $20 resident | $40 non resident Location: Hickory Hill Community Center
Motivate Excel Lead
Motivate, Excel, Lead is a safe space for youth to express themselves through art. Participants will work on large projects such as creating clothing, paintings, canvas work, 3D works, and more. Artists will also have opportunities to help curate are installations and display their work to the public.
Ages: 11 - 19 years
Dates: September 24 - December 19 | Wednesday
Time: 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Price: Free Location: Broad Rock Community Center
Visual Arts
Beginning Sewing
Students will learn basic garment construction and sewing techniques that will open a world of sewing creations that will help you express your style. This class wil teach you the foundation that will allow you to branch out into design and creation in your area of interest.
Ages: 10 -15 years
Dates: September 12 - December 12 | Thursday
Time: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 16 years and over
Dates: September 12 - December 12 | Thursday
Time: 6 - 8 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 8 - 12 years
Dates: January 23 - May 8 | Thursday
Time: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Ages: 16 years and over
Dates: January 23 - May 8 | Thursday
Time: 6 - 8 p.m.
Price: $150 resident | $170 non resident Location: Pine Camp Arts and Community Center
Intro to Robotics
In this introduction class, students will learn the fundamentals of mechanics, design, physics and computer science while working in small groups to learn how to build their own robot.
Ages: 8 – 16 years
Dates: September 17 – October 15| Tuesday Time: 9 – 12 p.m.
Price: Free Location: Hickory Hill Community Center
Ages: 8 – 16 years
Dates: September 18 – October 16| Wednesday Time: 1 – 4 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Hickory Hill Community Center
Crafting - iMake
This perfect class for beginner crafters! Students will Learn the techniques to make a variety of crafts While promoting independence and problem -solving Skills.
Ages: 11 – 16 years
Dates: September 17 – October 15 | Tuesday
Time: 4 – 6 p.m.
Price: $20 resident | $40 non resident Location: Hickory Hill Community Center
Ages: 11 – 16 years
Dates: November 5 - December 10 | Tuesday Time: 4 – 6 p.m.
Price: $20 resident | $40 non resident Location: Hickory Hill Community Center
Fitness
Senior Fitness
A combination of strength training and basic movements, this class will help to improve balance and flexibility. This program will allow you to work at your own pace without any added impact to your joints.
Ages: 50 years and over
Dates: On-going | Monday - Friday
Time: 9 - 11 a.m.
Price: Free Location: Bellemeade Community Center
Drip Cardio
A fun dance cardio class mixed with endurance moves and mobility work.
Ages: 15 years and over
Dates: On-going | Monday Time: 7 - 8 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Broad Rock Community Center
Just Keep Moving
Join us for an exciting fitness experience that combines the convenience of chair based exercises with the dynamic engagement of floor based workouts. This class is specifically designed to cater to individuals of all fitness levels.
Ages: 55 years and over
Dates: On-going | Tuesday
Time: 11 a.m. - noon
Price: Free Location: T.B. Smith Community Center
Cardio and Strength
Join us as we blend the worlds of cardio and strength training, all while moving to the infectious beats of hip hop, trap, and island music. Whether you’re a seasoned fitness enthusiast or just starting your fitness journey, this class is designed to accommodate all levels, helping you build stamina, muscle, and confidence.
Ages: 18 years and over
Dates: On-going | Tuesday Time: 6:15 - 7:15 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Powhatan Hill Community Center
Refine
45 minutes of heart-pounding cardio dance meets powerful body weight HIIT—where rhythm fuels your endurance and every move counts. Let’s groove, sweat, and conquer together!
Ages: 55 years and over
Dates: On-going | Tuesday
Time: 6 - 7 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Ann Hardy Community Center
1, 2 Step Health & Fitness Workout
Get ready for something fresh and exhilarating coming your way! OUr Workout Train, complete with 8 station stops, is guaranteed to rev up your calorie burn and give you a total body workout. Get ready to build strength, tone those muscles, and boost your endurance. Meet at the Stone House.
Ages: 18 years and over
Dates: On-going | Thursday
Time: 6:15 - 7:15 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Forest Hill Park
Ignite
Fun, family full body workout great for those starting their fitness journey. E’laine is ready to get you moving and groving with great tunes, a full body focus, and stretching to close out the class!
Ages: 18 years and over
Dates: On-going | Thursday
Time: 6:15 - 7:15 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Annie Giles Community Center
3K Steps
This class is created to acheive your daily step goal of 3,000 steps. You will enjoy a fun mix of cardio, stength training, and stretching exercises for a full body workout. All fitness levels are welcomed.
Ages: 15 years and over
Dates: On-going | Thursday
Time: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Broad Rock Community Center
Step Cardio
Get your step on with Rashanda as she elevates your heart rate and gets your body moving to some the greatest music around.
Ages: 15 years and over
Dates: On-going | Thursday
Time: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Price: Free
Location: Hickory Hill Community Center
Live from the Blue Top
This outdoor workout will challenge your cardio, kick up your agility, and get your weekend started right!
Ages: 15 years and over
Dates: On-going | Saturday
Time: 7:30 - 8:30 a.m.
Price: Free
Location: Broad Rock Sports Complex
Fitness
Line Dance
Enjoy this lively cardio workout each week with Richmond’s finest line dance instructor. If you can walk, you can participate in this class. Improve your stamina and work on coordination and balance, as well as meeting a happy bunch of people!
This is a class is an innovative low intensity aerobics class geared towards seniors, retirees and individuals who are semi-ambulatory. Come sit to be fit with this class!
Dates: September 12 - January 23 | Thursday Time: 10 - 11 a.m.
Price: Free resident | $20 non resident
Location: Pine Camp Arts & Community Center
Kayak Pool Sessions
Learn the basics of white water kayaking in a heated pool before you get out on the river. We will work on basic strokes and self-rescue techniques including the roll, to prepare you for kayaking in the James River. Intermediate paddlers or those looking for indoor spaces to work on specific skills may bring your own equipment and work independently. All participants should be confident swimmers.
Ages: 12 years and over
Dates: November 2 - November 30 | Thursday
Time: 6 - 8 p.m.
Price: $10 resident per session | $30 non resident per session
Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool
Ages: 12 years and over
Dates: December 7 - December 21 | Thursday Time: 6 - 8 p.m.
Price: $10 resident per session | $30 non resident per session
Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool
Ages: 12 years and over
Dates: January 4 - January 25 | Thursday Time: 6 - 8 p.m.
Price: $10 resident per session | $30 non resident per session
Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool
Ages: 12 years and over
Dates: February 1 - February 29 | Thursday Time: 6 - 8 p.m.
Price: $10 resident per session | $30 non resident per session
Location: Bellemeade Indoor Pool
Outdoor Education
Belle Isle History Hike
Join us for a family friendly hike to one of Richmond’s historic gems, Belle Isle. Learn about the geologic and human history of the area and the role Richmond played in the development of our nation. Limited parking is available at 300 Tredegar Street. Additional parking can be found on adjacent streets. We will cover about one mile in this walk, on varying gravel terrain. Please wear comfortable, sturdy shoes for walking. This hike will cover mixed terrain; pavement and gravel with minimal elevation change.
Ages: 8 years and over
Date: December 1 | Saturday Time: 9 - 11 a.m.
Price: $10 resident | $30 non resident Location: Tredegar Parking Lot
Ages: 8 years and over
Date: December 14 | Saturday Time: 9 - 11 a.m.
Price: $10 resident | $30 non resident Location: Tredegar Parking Lot
Ages: 8 years and over
Date: January 4 | Saturday Time: 9 - 11 a.m.
Price: $10 resident | $30 non resident Location: Tredegar Parking Lot
Ages: 8 years and over
Date: January 12 | Saturday Time: 9 - 11 a.m.
Price: $10 resident | $30 non resident Location: Tredegar Parking Lot
Ages: 8 years and over
Date: February 1 | Saturday Time: 9 - 11 a.m.
Price: $10 resident | $30 non resident Location: Tredegar Parking Lot
Ages: 8 years and over
Date: February 23 | Saturday Time: 9 - 11 a.m.
Price: $10 resident | $30 non resident Location: Tredegar Parking Lot
Outdoor Education
Pump House History Tour
Come to the historic Pump House Park to learn about the amazing history and lore surrounding Richmond’s first water treatment plant and delivery system. The pumphouse sits at the confluence of Kanawha and James River Canals and is home to a section of the historic 3-Mile Locks.
Ages: 6 years and over
Date: January 10 | Friday
Time: 1 - 3 p.m.
Price: $10 resident | $30 non resident Location: Pump House Park
Ages: 6 years and over
Date: January 17 | Friday
Time: 1 - 3 p.m.
Price: $10 resident | $30 non resident Location: Pump House Park
Ages: 6 years and over
Date: January 24 | Friday Time: 1 - 3 p.m.
Price: $10 resident | $30 non resident Location: Pump House Park
Ages: 6 years and over
Date: January 31 | Friday Time: 1 - 3 p.m.
Price: $10 resident | $30 non resident Location: Pump House Park
Ages: 6 years and over
Date: February 7 | Friday Time: 1 - 3 p.m.
Price: $10 resident | $30 non resident Location: Pump House Park
Ages: 6 years and over
Date: February 14 | Friday Time: 1 - 3 p.m.
Price: $10 resident | $30 non resident Location: Pump House Park
Ages: 6 years and over
Date: February 21 | Friday Time: 1 - 3 p.m.
Price: $10 resident | $30 non resident Location: Pump House Park
Wheels for Kidz Bike Club
During this program, kids will learn how to fix bikes, as well as bike the nature trails.
RVA Skate Club teaches the fun and exhilarating sport of skateboarding in a safe and welcoming environment. Participants will learn pushing, stopping, ollieing (jumping the board), and dropping in on a 2-foot ramp.
This program is designed for our seasoned adults that uses movement through drumming to benefit both the mind and body.
Ages: 55 years and over
Dates: On-going | 2nd & 4th Friday of the month
Time: 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Price: Free
Location: T.B. Smith Community Center
Chair Volleyball
This isn’t the same game that you played in PE class! This inside game is played seated with a beach ball. Biggest rule change...you can hit the ball as many times as you need to get it over the net!
Ages: 55 years and over
Dates: On-going | 3rd Tuesday of the month
Time: 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Price: Free
Location: T.B. Smith Community Center
Prime Time League
This league is designed to offer competitive, yet friendly basketball opportunities for adults aged 55 and over. Whether you’re a seasoned player or new to the sport, our league fosters an inclusive environment where fitness, fun, and camaraderie are the primary goals.
Ages: 55 years and over
Dates: October 28 - November 25 | Wednesday
Time: 10 a.m. - noon
Price: Free Location: Humprey Calder Community Center
Seasoning the Soul Social Group
Various daily activities for older adults to stimulate your mind, body, and soul. Come out and enjoy friendly games of Chicken Feet (a different type of dominos), Pokeno (similar, but better than bingo), Simon Sez Linwood Robinson edition, weekly YMCA exercise classes, and much more!
