Sulphur Parks and Recreation 2021 Spring Guide

CLASSES + PROGRAMS + EVENTS

It is the goal of Sulphur Parks and Recreation to provide the finest sports, recreation, and park facilities and the fairest and most inclusive sports and recreation programs possible; that all persons be treated equally without regard to race, sex, ability, social standing, economic status, etc.; and that the public good is upheld to the highest possible standards.

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Historic Frasch Park Golf Course includes an 18 hole golf course, practice putting green, and driving range.

Green fees range from $11 to $17 with senior rates available daily. Membership options available.

400 Picard Road, Sulphur 337-527-2515 Hours of Operation: 6:30AM—Dusk, Tuesdays—Sundays 9:00AM—Dusk, Mondays Easter Sunday, April 4th closed Adult/Child Scramble 9 holes; two-player teams made up of 1 adult and 1 child (ages 7-15 years) Date: Saturday, April 17 Tee times: TBD Objective: A fun format for friendly competition and to encourage play across generations. Format is 9 hole scramble.

Fee: $10 + applicable course fees (includes range and prizes) Intro to Golf Clinic; free adult clinics Date: March 20- Senior Citizens May 15-Coed (intro to course management & club selection) Time: 2:00PM—3:00PM Objective: Instruction will consist of short game, full swing fundamentals, USGA rules, and etiquette of golf.

Registration: In person or call 337-527-2515 to reserve your spot prior to clinic.

Fee: Free Ages: 18 years and older

Second Saturday Junior Golf Clinic Date: March 13 + April 10 + May 8 Time: 2:00PM—3:00PM Objective: Junior clinic instruction will consist of short game, full swing fundamentals, and USGA rules and etiquette of golf. Clubs can be provided as needed.

Registration: In person or call 337-527-2515 to reserve your spot prior to clinic.

Fee: Free Ages: 8-15 years Golf FORE Kids Students with valid identification; 22 years & younger pay a discounted $5 green fee on weekdays while school is closed for holidays & Mondays of summer, June—August.

Junior Golf Program 1) Cart rental fee is waived for all junior golfers 15 years and younger riding with a paying & playing adult.

2) Junior golfers 15 years and younger are eligible for one round of golf at no charge on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00pm until close.

3) Equipment has been donated for Junior golfers interested in taking up the game. If you know of a Junior golfer in need of golf equipment, please let Golf Pro Shop clerk know.

Tournaments March 7 / Spring Fling S.B.A. 2 man tournament March 18 / Middle School Golf League April 3 & 4 / Men’s Golf Association Club Championship April 19 / Sulphur Tor Invitational Golf Tournament May 7/ Mac Burns Memorial & West Cal. Cam. Hospital tournament May 28 / Sulphur Tor Football Scramble

Objective: To enhance the quality of life for residents of the SPAR recreation district by offering free opportunities for recreational sports to youth and adults.

BASEBALL & SOFTBALL LEAGUES Youth Baseball & Softball Minor League (Ponytail girls) / Intermediate / Junior / Senior Registration Dates: February 2—19 Tryout Dates: TBD Season Dates: March—June Time: Mondays—Fridays / 5:30—8:30PM Ages: 9-18 years / age before Sept. 1 boys & Jan. 1 girls of registration year Fee: FREE for Ward 4 District 2 Residents Only Play at various park locations Wee Ball / Tee Ball (Lil Angels girls) / Coach Pitch Registration Dates: February 2—19 Tryout Dates: Coach Pitch only in March Season Dates: April—June Time: Mondays—Fridays / 5:30—7:30PM Ages: 5-8 years / age before Sept. 1 boys & Jan. 1 girls of registration year Fee: FREE for Ward 4 District 2 Residents Only Play at various park locations

INTERESTED IN BEING A VOLUNTEER COACH OR REFEREE? SPAR Sports staff will be accepting applications for coaches and sports officials in February. Training is available.

Applications:

933 West Parish Road

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SLOW PITCH LEAGUES Youth Softball Registration Dates: May 18—June 1 Season Dates: June-July Season depends upon number of registered participants.

Time: Mondays—Fridays / 5:30—8:30PM Ages: 8-18 years / age before Sept. 1 of registration year Fee: FREE for Ward 4 District 2 Residents Only Play at various park locations Adult Slow Pitch Softball Registration: February* / Spring season dates * Form own teams. Submit rosters, registration forms, and proof of residency.

Time: Mondays—Fridays / 5:30—8:30PM Ages: 19 years and older Fee: FREE for Ward 4 District 2 Residents Only Play at Pattison Park / 1400 Picard Road, Sulphur

Major League Baseball Pitch, Hit and Run (PHR) Participants compete in either the Baseball Division or Softball Division and can advance through four levels of competition including Locals, Sectionals, Team Championships and the National Finals during MLB All-Star Week.

This official skills competition is a collaborative effort with the Kiwanis Club of Sulphur. Participants compete in pitching, hitting off a tee, and base running for a chance to advance.

Date: April TBA Ages: 7-14 years (age determined as of July 17,2021) Fee: Free, but must be pre-registered prior to event at pitchhitrun.com Pitchhitrun.com

McMurry Park, 300 Hazel St., Sulphur

VOLLEYBALL Open Play Open Play is the time Court 1 is made available for “pick up” games and the best time for new players to meet potential teammates. Officials are not provided.

Date: Tuesdays / Time: 6:00-8:00PM Ages: 14 years and older Fee: Free to SPAR RAQC Members/ $3-$5 Non-Members Recreation & Aquatic Center, 933 W. Parish Rd., Sulphur Can You Dig It? Time for some fun in the sun and sand! Volleyballs, sand nets, and temporary court lines provided by SPAR. Teams of 2 must pre-register with SPAR due to limited space. Officials are not provided.

Date: Saturday, April 17 Time: 9:00AM– til Ages: 18 years and older Fee: Free, registration required (priority will be given to teams comprised solely of Ward 4 District 2 residents) Frasch Park, 400 Picard Road, Sulphur

SPAR now partnering with NAYS for coaches training!

“The National Alliance for Youth Sports has partnered with over 3,000 organizations to aide and improve youth sports programs. Through SPAR, coaches will now have FREE access to online sport-specific training including education on rules, how to run a practice, and motivational techniques.

Sign up to coach a team with SPAR this year and gain the confidence to coach our district’s children in any sport, at any level!

TENNIS SPAR has tennis courts available in the following locations Frasch Park / Features 3 courts McMurry Park / Features 8 courts with one hitting wall + lights on timer Center Circle Park / Features 2 courts + lights on timer Carlyss Park / Features 2 courts + lights on timer Little Tennis Clinic This class will introduce tennis in a fun way, focusing on hand-eye coordination and basic stroke development Date: Tuesdays, March 9 & 16 // Ages: 4-7 years Time: 4:30PM-5:15PM Fee: Free, but must pre-register (337)527-2500 Center Circle Park, 80 Center Circle, Sulphur Youth Beginner Clinic This class will focus on fundamental stroke development through a variety of footwork drills and hand-eye coordination games, students will develop consistency using good form and technique.

Date: Tuesdays, March 9 & 16 // Ages: 8-12 years Time: 5:15PM-6:00PM Fee: Free, but must pre-register (337)527-2500 Center Circle Park, 80 Center Circle, Sulphur

FALL 2021 LEAGUE REGISTRATION BEGINS IN MAY Youth Recreation Football & Soccer Registration Dates: May 18—August 18 Season Dates: August—October Tryout Dates: TBA Game Times: Mondays—Thursdays 5:30PM-8:30PM Football ages: 7-12 years / Soccer: 5-16 years (age before August 1 of registration year) Fee: FREE for Ward 4 District 2 Residents Only Play at McMurry Park & Carlyss Park Youth Volleyball Registration Dates: May 18—August 18 Season Dates: September—November Tryout Dates: TBA Game Times: Mondays—Thursdays 5:30PM-8:30PM Ages: 10-18 years age before August 1 of registration year Fee: FREE for Ward 4 District 2 Residents Only.

Play at McMurry Park & Carlyss Park Adult Volleyball Registration Dates: August *Form your own teams.

Submit rosters, registration forms, and proof of residency Season Dates: August—October Fee: FREE for Ward 4 District 2 Residents Only.

Play at McMurry Park & Carlyss Park

Participants of sport leagues within Sulphur Parks and Recreation must reside within Ward 4, District Two Recreation District and/or Sulphur High school zone

Our mission is preserving and enriching the culture of Southwest Louisiana. To accomplish this goal, a permanent exhibit on the history of the sulfur industry and how it has played a role in developing the city of Sulphur, Louisiana within the Brimstone Museum. The Henning Cultural Center houses traveling exhibits and local artists throughout the year.

900 S. Huntington Street, Sulphur 337-527-0357 Hours of Operation: 10:00AM—12:00PM & 1:00PM—5:00PM, Monday—Friday 10:00AM—2:00PM, Saturdays

Are you an artist? Collector?

Henning Cultural Center and Brimstone Museum are seeking art for upcoming exhibit. We are looking for curiosities and oddities sourced from local artists and collectors. Contact Kat Godsey, Henning Cultural Center or Thom Trahan, Brimstone Museum for details to display your art. Show opens March 29, 2021

Off-leash area is for dogs, their handlers and those accompanying them. No other animals allowed.

Dogs must be up-to-date on all vaccinations.

Dogs must be leashed while entering and exiting the park.

Dogs must be supervised at all times while in the park by a handler 14 years of age or older.

Please only open one gate at a time and close all gates in common area immediately after entering and exiting.

Please dispose of pet waste in proper receptacles.

Please be courteous to other owners and dogs. Aggressive or nuisance dogs will be asked to leave.

Owners/Handlers assume all liability for their dog(s) behavior.

NO dogs over 30 lbs. allowed in “Little League” side.

NO food of any kind allowed in dog park.

Use park at your own risk.

Sick Dogs

Bicycles or skateboards

Puppies under 4months old

Glass containers

Dogs in heat

Tobacco products

Corrective collars

Alcoholic beverages

An affordable full-service fitness facility for the community.

Facility includes weight rooms, basketball/ volleyball courts, racquetball courts, group fitness classes, indoor track, olympic pool, heated teaching pool, and programs.

933 West Parish Road, Sulphur 337-527-2500 Hours of Operation: 5:00AM—8:00PM, Monday—Friday 8:00AM—2:00PM, Saturday 1:00PM—5:00PM, Sunday Easter Sunday, April 4th closed SPAR X-Pass hours: Use of the weight room during extended hours is offered to active SPAR Members 16 years of age or older. Add the SPAR-X Pass to your membership at the SPAR Membership Kiosk.

Zumba Kids Junior Give your 4-6 year old a boost they need to soar tomorrow.

Little ones let loose and begin their journey to a healthy future at Zumba Kids Jr., the ultimate dance ‘n’ play party.

Comfortable athletic clothes and closed toed tennis shoes required.

Date: Thursdays Time: 4:45—5:45PM Ages: 4—6 years old Fee: Free to SPAR RAQC Members $3 In-district Non-Member/ $4 Out-of-district Non-Members Zumba Kids Give your 7-11 year old a chance to get silly, dream big and begin their journey to healthy future at Zumba Kids dance ‘n’ play party. Comfortable athletic clothes and closed toed tennis shoes required.

Date: Mondays Time: 4:45—5:45PM Ages: 7—11 years old Fee: Free to SPAR RAQC Members $3 In-district Non-Member/ $4 Out-of-district Non-Members Sport & Fun Camp SPAR offers camps during CPSB scheduled teacher in-services or holidays filled with friends and fun activities.

These camps offer a fun-filled variety of holiday themed recreational curriculum to include arts and crafts, physically active games, socialization with peers, and much more.

Date: Monday, April 6 Time: 8:00—12:00PM Grades: 1st Grade—6th Grade Fee: Free to SPAR RAQC Members $3 In-district Non-Member/ $4 Out-of-district Non-Members Pre-registration is required. Register in person or call (337) 527-2500 Recreation & Aquatic Center, 933 W. Parish Rd., Sulphur

SPAR Game Time on the Move!

SPAR Staff create temporary play spaces by bringing games, athletic equipment, art supplies and more to parks for open play.

This is a traveling recreation program designed to combat obesity and provide recreational activities at each of our parks.

Participants engage in a host of moderate to high cardiovascular endurance and muscle strength activities like jump ropes, hula hoops, obstacle challenge courses, games, soccer, kickball football, and other relay activities Time: 3:30—4:45PM Ages: 6 years and older Fee: Free Frasch Park McMurry Park Carlyss Park

Monday, March 8 Monday, March 15 Monday, March 29

Chess Camp Experience chess lessons and play in a fun filled environment. Each day consists of chess instruction on basic rules, fundamentals, etiquette, and competitive play.

Instruction offers a solid basic foundation, emphasizing the fundamental skills needed to begin a lifetime of learning in chess. All skill levels welcome.

Dates: Tuesdays, March 2-April 20 Time: 4:00PM-5:00PM Ages: 8-14 years Fee: Free to SPAR RAQC Members $3 In-district Non-Member/ $4 Out-of-district Non-Members Recreation & Aquatic Center, 933 W. Parish Rd., Sulphur

Sensory Open Gym Play Sulphur Parks and Recreation is excited to host a new inclusive program during the spring months of 2021! The Sensory Open Gym play will be an unstructured time for children and families to get some energy out; come run, jump and play. Supervision is required. This is not a drop off program. Basketball Court 1 is the designated play space for event.

Date: Sunday, March 21 & April 11 Time: 2:00PM-4:00PM Fee: Free to SPAR RAQC Members/ $3-$5 Non-Members Recreation & Aquatic Center, 933 W. Parish Rd., Sulphur

Kid Zone A space for children to play while adult/guardian works out at SPAR Recreation & Aquatic Center up to 2 hours. Many children love our games, crafts, and toys. Monthly activity calendars are available at SPAR Membership Kiosk.

Hours of Operation: 8:00AM-11:00AM & 4:00PM-8:00PM, Monday— Thursday 8:00AM-11:00AM & 4:00PM-7:00PM, Friday 9:00AM-12:00PM, Saturday Ages: 2-12 years Fee: Free to SPAR RAQC Members $3 In-district Non-Member/ $4 Out-of-district Non-Members Recreation & Aquatic Center, 933 W. Parish Rd., Sulphur

Sulphur Parks and Recreation, in collaboration with the Calcasieu Parish Public Library, provides the Little Free Library at two local parks. The Little Free Library is the world’s largest book-sharing movement!

Everyone is invited to take a book and leave a book.

Maplewood Commons at Center Circle

The Grove at Heritage Square

The more that you read, the more things you will know.

The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.

American Red Cross Lifeguard Training The purpose of this certification course is to provide participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize, and respond to aquatic emergencies.

CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid are included in the course.

Session B: March 27-28 Registration deadline: Thursday, March 25 Saturday, March 27, 8:00AM-6:00PM Sunday, March 28, 8:00AM-6:00PM Session C: April 5-6 Registration deadline: Thursday, April 1 Monday, April 5, 8:00AM-6:00PM Tuesday, April 6, 8:00AM-6:00PM Session D: April 10-11 Registration deadline: Thursday, April 8 Saturday, April 10, 8:00AM-6:00PM Sunday, April 11, 8:00AM-6:00PM Session E: April 17-18 (Shallow Water course) Registration deadline: Thursday, April 15 Saturday, April 17, 8:00AM-6:00PM Sunday, April 18, 8:00AM-6:00PM Ages: Must be 15 years old on or by the last day of course Fee: $225.00 (includes all course materials) Pre-registration required. Full payment is due at the time of registration.

Recreation & Aquatic Center, 933 West Parish Rd., Sulphur

Lifeguard Training Continued: Pre-course Water Skill test: Registrants must pass pre-course water test – (a) 300 yard continuous swim using the front crawl and/or breaststroke demonstrating breath control & rhythmic breaths (b) tread water for two minutes using only legs (c) complete the following under 1 minute, 40 seconds – 20 yard approach, surface dive to 10 feet, retrieve a 10 pound brick from the bottom, return 20 yards on the back holding the brick with both hands at surface of water, and exit pool without use of ladder.

Pre-course water test for Shallow Water LG course: Registrants must pass pre-course water test – (a) 100 yard continuous swim using the front crawl and/or breaststroke (b) tread water for two minutes using only legs (c) complete the following under 50seconds –20 yard approach, surface dive to 5 feet, retrieve a 10 pound brick from the bottom, return 20 yards holding the brick with both hands at surface of water, and exit pool without use of ladder.

Full refund less $25 fee for cancellation prior to registration deadline. Refund not available after deadline. Failure of precourse water test qualifies for full refund.

American Red Cross Lifeguard Review Course Description: Red Cross Certified Lifeguards need to re-certify every two years. This is the course you need to re-certify.

Must be currently certified to take this course.

Date: Monday, April 6 Time: 8:00AM-6:00PM Fee: $75 course materials provided Registration deadline: Thursday, April 1 Recreation & Aquatic Center, 933 West Parish Rd., Sulphur

Swim Lessons Eight 35-minute lessons = a Session.

Age and skill appropriate safety instruction will be incorporated into every session.

Fee: $45 per session/ $40 each additional session or sibling Pre-registration required. Deadline is the Friday prior to 1st day of class.

Session dates Session III: March 8-April 1 Session IV: April 5-29 // classes held during Spring Break Session days Choose day of week: Mon & Wed or Tues & Thurs Swim Level Parent & Child // Preschool Level 1// Level 2 Level 3 & 4 Adult

Time of class 5:30-6:05PM 6:15-6:50PM 7:00-7:35PM 7:00-7:40PM

Level descriptions & ages

Parent & Child; 6 months to 3 years: Parents are taught how to safely work with their children in the water; including proper support and methods of holding a child in the water.

Preschool, 3 –5 years: Basic skills such as entering & exiting water, blowing bubbles, submerging, floating, gliding, treading water, bobbing, and changing directions.

Level 1; 6 years and older: Students begin to move independently in the water. Basic skills are taught including floating, gliding, treading water, and bobbing.

Level 2; 6 years and older: Must be able to swim 15 feet. Builds on skills taught in Level 1. Front crawl and backstroke are introduced at this level.

Level 3; 6 years and older: Level 2 skills are developed and refined.

This class introduces the dolphin kick, elementary backstroke, side stroke, and head first entries.

Level 4; 6 years and older: Stroke refinement: freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly, elementary backstroke, and side stroke. Diving, open turns, surface dives and underwater swimming are introduced.

Adult; 17 years and older: Basic swimming safety and development & refining of all swim strokes.

Recreation & Aquatic Center, 933 West Parish Rd., Sulphur

Swim Instructor Aid Course This is not a certification course. Course focuses on key area that help you succeed as a swim instructor:  how to organize a class  create a lesson plan  review of basic safety and water survival skills Date: April 5—28 Day: Mondays & Wednesdays Time: 4:00PM—6:00PM Fee: $55.00 (includes all course materials) Registration deadline is April 1st Ages: 15 years and older Junior Lifeguarding Course This is not a certification course. Course provides a foundation for lifeguarding. The focus is on professionalism as a lifeguard, prevention of aquatic accidents, response in an emergency, life saving rescues, and an introduction to CPR and First Aid. Date: April 6-29 Day: Tuesdays & Thursdays Time: 4:00PM—6:00PM Fee: $55.00 (includes all course materials) Registration deadline is April 3rd Ages: 11—14 years

Aquatic Center Pools Pool Hours of Operation: 5:00AM—7:45PM Monday—Friday 8:00AM—1:45PM Saturday 1:00PM—4:45PM Sunday Easter Sunday, April 4th closed Fee: Free to SPAR RAQC Members/ $2-$5 Non-Members

SPAR Waterpark Closed for the Season will resume operations Summer 2021

Part-time / Seasonal Positions Apply: in person or online 933 W. Parish Road, Sulphur (337)527-2500

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Aquatic Department Lifeguard– 15 years+ Swim Instructor– 16 years+ Water Aerobic Instructor– 18 years+ Center Circle Pool Coordinator– 18 years+ Lead Lifeguard– 18 years+ Recreation Department Concessionaire– 16 years+ Waterpark Attendant– 16 years+ Ticket Seller– 18 years+ Customer Service Attendant– 18 years+ Camp Counselor– 18 years+ Housekeeper– 18 years+ Fitness Attendant– 18 years+ Aerobic Instructor– 18 years+ Sports Department Scorekeeper– 16 years+ Umpire– 16 years+ Sport League Attendant– 18 years+ Operations Department Park Attendant– 18 years+ Grounds crew– 16 years+ Frasch Golf Course Golf Cart Attendant– 16years+ Customer Service Attendant– 18 years+ Marshall/ Starter– 18 years+ Food & Beverage Clerk & Cook– 18 years+