Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation 2025 Summer Guide

VIRGINIA BEACH PARKS & RECREATION JUNE/JULY/AUGUST 2025 PROGRAMS & EVENTS

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JUN/JUL/AUG 2025

WELCOME Welcome to the summer 2025 seasonal guide to Virginia Beach Parks & Recreation, which includes the return of our successful summer event series Parks After Dark, which has now expanded to three different locations! Plus get your dancing shoes out for our summer concert shows down at Little Island Park by Sandbridge Beach for Party at the Pier.

Don’t miss out on all our cool sports and specialty summer camps and clinics, too!

For the latest and greatest program information, check the online ActiveNet catalog at VirginiaBeach.gov/Parks For most of the activities listed here, including ‘free’ programs, you’ll first need to register online using your Activenet account. For most recreation center activities, you’ll also need an active membership, or a 30-day or a single day pass. These can be purchased online or in any of our seven recreation centers.

THIS GUIDE IS CLICKABLE!

Want to register or get more information on a program or event?

Simply click on the content and you’ll fly off to exactly the right webpage to sign up!

Contents

Upcoming Events 5 Sports & Specialty Summer Camps 6 Memberships 10 Aquatics 12 Sports & Fitness 16 Martial Arts 17 Summer Programs 18 Forever Young 55+ 21 Therapeutic Recreation 22

PHOTOS ON THE COVER - Volunteers clean up our local waterways by canoe during the annual Clean the Bay. WELCOME PAGE - Face-painted children enjoy a fun glow night at last year’s Parks After Dark held at Williams Farm Park.

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SPECIAL EVENTS

Upcoming Events

Visit our online calendar for more events as well as the most up to date special event information.

Save the date! More event details will be available on our website.

2025-26 OST SCHOOL-YEAR REGISTRATION BEGINS Jun 7, online at 9 am

PARKS AFTER DARK

Every Thurs/Fri/Sat, 6 - 11 pm Jun 5 - Aug 23, Williams Farm Park Jun 14 - Aug 9, College Park Elem Jun 14 - Aug 9, Rosemont Elem

CLEAN THE BAY DAY Jun 7, various locations

FAMILY FISHING DAY

Jun 7, Mount Trashmore Park

VIRGINIA BEACH PADDLE BATTLE

MOVIE NIGHT

WATER LANTERN FESTIVAL

PARTY AT THE PIER

THERAPEUTIC RECREATION FALL PROGRAM REGISTRATION

Jun 17, Little Island Park Jun 19, Little Island Park

JUNETEENTH

Jun 19, rec centers open 9am - 5pm

JULY 4TH CELEBRATION

Jul 4, Mount Trashmore Park

INDEPENDENCE DAY Jul 4, rec centers closed

FALL ADULT SOFTBALL REGISTRATION

Jun 7, Pickleball VB

Jul 7 - 27, Team Registration Aug 1 - 20, Individual Registration

MARY HELEN THOMAS DAY (FREE LEARN TO SWIM DAY)

PARTY AT THE PIER

Jun 8, Williams Farm Rec Center

Aug 2, Mount Trashmore Park

Aug 13, online

EARLY CHILDHOOD PRESCHOOL & PRE-K CHILD CARE Hurry! Limited spots still available for Fall 2025/26

Jul 17, Little Island Park

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SPORTS & SPECIALTY CAMPS & CLINICS LEGO FUN CAMP

Enjoy fun-filled mornings using your imagination to build with Legos.

Face a Lego Challenge, a scavenger hunt and additional activities.

Where: Great Neck Rec Center Ages: 6 - 11 yrs Date

Fee: $125 Day

Jun 23 - Jun 27 M - F

Time 9 am - 12 pm

PAINT & CRAFT: MINI PICASSOS CLINIC

Learn about artist Pablo Picasso and the beginner basics of various art medias he used such as acrylics, watercolors and oil pastels.

Where: Williams Farm Rec Center

Summer Blast!

Ages: 6 - 9 yrs

Membership not required for most Sports & Specialty Camps and Clinics.

ALL FOR FUN CAMP

Discover a variety of fun activities including eSports gaming, Nerf, STEM, and more.

Where: Bayside Rec Center Ages: 6 - 13 yrs

Fee: $125

Date

Day

Time

Jul 28 - Aug 1

M-F

9 am - 12 pm

FUN FOR ALL CAMP

Make new friends and have fun in our safe, relaxing environment using your imagination in arts and crafts activities, gym games, and pool/ water fun!

Where: Seatack Rec Center

ARTS, CRAFTS & MORE! CREATOR ART CAMP

Create with Artist Ori as you paint, sculpt, and create recycled art projects that push your creativity to the max!

Where: Princess Anne Rec Center Ages: 7 - 13 yrs

Fee: $125

Date

Day

Time

Jul 7 - Jul 11

M-F

9 am - 12 pm

EXPLORING ART CAMP

Date

Day

Time

Develop your own unique style while being exposed to famous art techniques. Create impressionistinspired landscapes, pop art like Warhol, abstract expressionism like Pollock, and pointillism like Van Gogh.

Aug 4 - Aug 8

M-F

12 - 3 pm

Where: Kempsville Rec Center

Ages: 6 - 13 yrs

Fee: $125

Ages: 8 - 13 yrs Date

Fee: $125 Day

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Time 9 am - 12 pm

Fee: $125

Date

Day

Time

Jul 7 - Jul 11

M-F

9 am - 12 pm

DIGITAL MEDIA BEAT MAKER 101 CAMP

Learn the basics of beat-driven genres, audio recording, mixing, drum machines, sampling, and more.

Campers will create their own beats in various genres, including hiphop, drum and bass, EDM, and pop, and will be given the opportunity to record them at the end of the camp.

Membership required.

Where: Williams Farm Rec Center Fee: $230 Date

Day

Time

Ages 12 - 14 Jun 23 - Jun 27

M - F 9 am - 1 pm

Ages 15 - 17 Jul 7 - Jul 11

M - F 9 am - 1 pm

SPORTS & SPECIALTY CAMPS & CLINICS SMART PHONE FILM MAKER

Focuses on combining music production, audio recording, and creative problem solving, this 5-day camp provides a hands-on experience that fosters teamwork, creativity, and media/ technological literacy. Membership required.

Where: Williams Farm Rec Center Fee: $220 Date

Day

Time

Ages 12 - 14 Jul 21 - Jul 25

M - F 9 am - 1 pm

Ages 15 - 17 Aug 4 - Aug 8

M - F 9 am - 1 pm

NATURE & OUTDOOR NATURE DETECTIVES CAMP

Encourage your child to use their senses to interact with nature!

Campers will use their investigative skills (and some of our tools!) to explore the world around them through play-based learning.

Includes outdoor activities, nature crafts and hands-on experiences.

Where: Great Neck Park Ages: 4 - 6 yrs

Fee: $125

Date

Day

Time

Jul 7 - Jul 11

M-F

9 am - 12 pm

WATERSHED EXPLORERS CAMP

Embark on an immersive week of outdoor adventure using kayaks to explore and investigate the secrets of our local waterways and habitats.

Investigate Virginia Beach’s unique flora and fauna and explore what makes our parks and natural areas so special.

SPORTS & SUCH THE ARTISTIC ATHLETE CAMP

Stay active and engaged while playing a variety of sports, including pickleball, soccer, and kickball, plus more! We will take a “time out” each day to work on a sports-themed craft to take home as a keepsake.

Where: Bow Creek Rec Center Ages: 6 - 12 yrs Date

Fee: $125 Day

Time

Jun 23 - Jun 27 M - F

12 - 3 pm

Jul 7 - Jul 11

M-F

12 - 3 pm

Jul 21 - Jul 25

M-F

12 - 3 pm

BASEBALL CLINIC

BASKETBALL CLINIC

Enhance your basketball skills while practicing shooting, ball handling, defense, footwork, rebounding, and other related drills in a fun play-tolearn environment. Camp conducted

by Justin Parrish.

Ages: 8 - 14 yrs

Fee: $125

Date

Time

Day

Princess Anne Rec Center Jul 28 - Aug 1

M-F

Williams Farm Rec Center Jul 14 - Jul 18

M-F

Aug 4 - Aug 8

M-F

E-SPORTS CAMP

Ages: 8 - 14 yrs

Fee: $125

Ages: 8 - 15 yrs

Date

Time

Day

Aug 4 - Aug 8

M-F

9 am - 12 pm

Great Neck Rec Center Aug 11 - Aug 15

M-F

9 am - 12 pm

9 am - 12 pm

Kempsville Rec Center

We’ll challenge your beginner to intermediate players with specific skill instruction and drill work.

Activities and games will build upon the basics of hand-eye coordination, batting stance, and fielding position while covering the skills of pitching, hitting, catching, fielding, and base running.

Princess Anne Rec Center

9 am - 12 pm

9 am - 12 pm

Got gaming skills and looking for even more? Pit yourself against video game lovers just like you! A friendly gaming tournament with Super Smash Brothers Ultimate will cap off a week of well-balanced physical activity, gaming, and fun.

Where: Bayside Rec Center Fee: $125

Date

Day

Time

Aug 11 - Aug 15

M-F

9 am - 12 pm

MARTIAL ARTS CLINIC

Learn traditional Japanese Martial Arts. Develop discipline, confidence, and knowledge in mastering the skills.

Where: Seatack Rec Center Ages: 6 - 13 yrs

Fee: $125

Date

Day

Time

Jul 7 - Jul 11

M-F

12 - 3 pm

Where: Indian Lakes Elem School Ages: 11 - 15 yrs

Fee: $275

Date

Day

Time

Jul 28 - Aug 1

M-F

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SPORTS & SPECIALTY CAMPS & CLINICS PICKLEBALL CLINIC

Improve hand-eye coordination, footwork and agility by participating in games designed to build upon these skills. Learn how to score, enjoy various drills and play games against opponents while learning the importance of good sportsmanship.

Where: Princess Anne Rec Center Ages: 10 - 14 yrs Date

Fee: $125 Day

Jun 23 - Jun 27 M - F

Time 9 am - 12 pm

TEEN PICKLEBALL CLINIC Explore the basics of pickleball or refine your skills. Discover techniques, rules of play and opportunities for skill development in a fun environment Where: Williams Farm Rec Center Ages: 13 - 17 yrs

Fee: $125

Date

Day

Time

Aug 4 - Aug 8

M-F

9 am - 12 pm

ROCK-IT ROCK WALL CLINIC Learn to climb our 24’ rock wall through instructional activities, challenges, and games.

Where: Seatack Rec Center Ages: 6 - 10 yrs Date

Fee: $125 Day

Time

Jun 23 - Jun 27 M - F

12 - 3 pm

Jul 21 - Jul 25

12 - 3 pm

M-F

SOCCER CLINIC

Improve individual technical skills while incorporating sportsmanship and teamwork. Clinic will be held outdoors each day.

Where: Princess Anne Rec Center Ages: 8 - 14 yrs Date

Fee: $125 Day

Aug 18 - Aug 22 M - F

Time 9 am - 12 pm

SPORTS OF ALL SORTS CLINIC Discover a variety of sports, including basketball, pickleball, soccer, and more. Learn basic knowledge of each sport and play alongside other participants to showcase what they have learned.

Where: Bayside Rec Center Ages: 6 - 13 yrs

TENNIS CLINIC

Develop tennis fundamentals (e.g. groundstrokes, volley, serve) through a fun learn-to-play environment.

Practice match play, learn sportsmanship and game rules.

Where: Great Neck Rec Center Fee: $125 Date

Day

Time

M-F

9 am - 12 pm

M-F

9 am - 12 pm

Ages 11 - 14 Jul 7 - Jul 11 Ages 8 - 12 Jul 21 - Jul 25

Volleyball Fundamentals Clinic Focus on fundamental training and concentrate on individual skills.

Players will learn basic passing, setting, serving (under hand and introduction of overhand), and hitting. We will break down the game of volleyball so young athletes have fun but understand the basics of the game.

Where: Princess Anne Rec Center Ages: 9 - 13 yrs

Fee: $125

Date

Day

Time

Jul 14 - Jul 18

M-F

9 am - 12 pm

Fee: $125

Date

Day

Time

Jun 23 - Jun 27

M-F

9 am - 12 pm

Gift cards are great

for dads and grads!

(or even sending a kid to summer camp!)

VISIT ANY REC CENTER TO PURCHASE OR BUY ONLINE

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RECREATION CENTERS HOLIDAY SCHEDULE ALL REC CENTERS June 19, Juneteenth Open 9 am - 5 pm

July 4, Independence Day Closed

Memberships

BAYSIDE REC CENTER 4500 First Court Road (757) 385-5930

Finding legendary value these days can seem as unlikely as spotting a mermaid mountain biking at Marshview Park, but with a Virginia Beach Parks & Rec fitness membership you get a year’s access to seven rec centers, with everything below, all included. Now that really is legendary.

Join at VBRecCenters.com RECREATION CENTER MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

WHAT YOU GET

ANNUAL 30-DAY

DAY PASS

Access to all seven recreation centers

X

X

X

Use of swimming pools

X

X

X

Use of weight rooms

X

X

X

Use of walking tracks

X

X

X

Use of cardio equipment

X

X

X

Group fitness classes

X

X

X

Aqua fitness classes

X

X

X

Access to open gym

X

X

X

Program registration

X

X

X

Forever Young Programs (55yrs+)

X

X

X

Drop-in child care (3-8yrs)

X

X

X

ANNUAL*

30-DAY

DAY PASS

Joining Fee

None

None

None

Adult

$120 $40

$27

$12

$25

$8

FEES

Youth (age 3 - 17)

BOW CREEK REC CENTER 3427 Club House Road (757) 385-5960

GREAT NECK REC CENTER 2521 Shorehaven Drive (757) 385-5940

KEMPSVILLE REC CENTER 800 Monmouth Lane (757) 385-5970

PRINCESS ANNE REC CENTER 1400 Nimmo Parkway (757) 385-5950

SEATACK REC CENTER 141 S.Birdneck Road (757) 385-5920

WILLIAMS FARM REC CENTER 5252 Learning Circle (757) 385-2950

Members ages 9+ can use recreation centers without adult supervision.

Valid photo ID, state-issued driver’s license, or DMV ID card with a Virginia Beach address required to establish proof of residency for resident rates. *​Payment plans and reduced fee memberships available. Prices take effect July 1.

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AQUATICS

ADVANCED SPRINGBOARD DIVING

Improve your forward approaches/ dives and back take-offs/dives and introducing new skills including inward, reverse, and twisting dives.

Prerequisite: Must be deep water safe, able to perform forward dive with approach and hurdle, forward somersault and back dive with back take-off.

Where: Princess Anne Rec Center Ages: 7 - 18 yrs

Make a Splash Mary Helen Thomas was a community leader who broke down racial barriers in the 1960s by promoting water safety and learnto-swim programs in the Hampton Roads area. The Mary Helen Thomas Water Safety Council is honoring her memory by offering a free learn to swim day for youth and adults.

Registration (and a swimsuit!) is required.

Ages: 4 yrs+ Date

Fee: Free Day

Time

Bow Creek Rec Center Jun 6

F

6 - 7:30 pm

Williams Farm Rec Center Jun 8

Su

11:30 am - 1 pm

DIVE IN MOVIE

Enjoy a ‘PG’ movie while floating around in the pool. Bring your swimsuit and towel, we will provide the noodles!

Where: Princess Anne Rec Center Ages: All ages

Fee: Free

Date

Day

Time

Jul 18

F

6 - 8 pm

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Date

Day

Time

Jun 26 - Aug 14

Th

6 - 7 pm

SPRINGBOARD DIVE CLINIC

Rec Center Membership or Day Pass required for all swim programs

MARY HELEN THOMAS DAY

Fee: $51

FLOAT DAY

Learn basic diving skills, including approaches, forward and back dives, somersaults and other dives off a 1 meter diving board.

Explore various deep-water floats like the Space Mountain and Sky Totter in our pool! Stay in the shallow end to play on the super-sized Submarine, Polar Bear, and Turtle.

Where: Princess Anne Rec Center

Ages: All ages

Fee: Free Time

Date

Day

Bayside Rec Center Jun 27

F

4 - 7 pm

Jul 25

F

4 - 7 pm

Aug 29

F

4 - 7 pm

Princess Anne Rec Center Jul 13

Su

12:30 - 3:30 pm

Aug 3

Su

12:30 - 3:30 pm

INTRO TO SPRINGBOARD DIVING

Learn basic diving skills, including approaches, forward, back, inward, reverse and half-twist dives off a 1 meter diving board.

Where: Princess Anne Rec Center Ages: 7 - 18 yrs

Fee: $51

Date

Day

Time

Jun 24 - Aug 12

Tu

6 - 7 pm

Ages: 7 - 18 yrs Date

Fee: $12 Day

Time

Jun 29

Su

1 - 2 pm

Jul 20

Su

1 - 2 pm

Aug 10

Su

1 - 2 pm

Jun 29

Su

2:15 - 3:15 pm

Jul 20

Su

2:15 - 3:15 pm

Aug 10

Su

2:15 - 3:15 pm

Ages 7 - 10

Ages 11 - 18

INTRO TO COMPETITIVE SWIMMING

Emphasis is placed on swimmer development and fun. Gain exposure to basic competitive swimming skills and team environment.

Where: Bayside Rec Center Ages: 6 - 18 yrs

Fee: $108

Date

Day

Time

Jun 24 - Aug 21

Tu/Th

6 - 7 pm

WATER POLO CLINIC Do you like basketball, soccer and swimming? Then try water polo. This clinic will introduce you to the ball handling skills used in water polo.

Participants must be deep water safe.

Ages: 8 - 18yrs Date

Fee: $16 Day

Time

Great Neck Rec Center Jun 18

W

6 - 7:30 pm

Jun 30

M

6 - 7:30 pm

Jul 14

M

6 - 7:30 pm

Jul 28

M

6 - 7:30 pm

Aug 11

M

6 - 7:30 pm

Kempsville Rec Center Jul 28

M

6 - 7:30 pm

Aug 4

M

6 - 7:30 pm

Aug 18

M

6 - 7:30 pm

Princess Anne Rec Center Jun 23

M

6 - 7:30 pm

Jul 7

M

6 - 7:30 pm

Jul 18

M

6 - 7:30 pm

YOUTH WATER POLO CLASS

Learn the rules of the game, strategy and basic techniques needed to play the game. If you like basketball, soccer and swimming, then you’ll like water polo.

Where: Bayside Rec Center Ages: 8 - 17 yrs Date

Fee: $56 Day Time

Ages 8 - 12 Jun 23 - Aug 18

M

5:45 - 6:45 pm

M

6:45 - 7:45 pm

Ages 12 - 17 Jun 23 - Aug 18

AQUATICS SUNDAY WATER POLO

Play pick-up-style water polo with other experienced players.

Coaching staff will be available for rule enforcement and explanation for those who are relatively new to the game. While knowledge of the sport is recommended, all skill levels are welcome to come try the game out.

Where: Bayside Rec Center Ages: 18 yrs+

Fee: $12

Date

Day

Time

Jun 1

Su

1:15 - 2:15 pm

Jun 8

Su

1:15 - 2:15 pm

Jun 15

Su

1:15 - 2:15 pm

SWIM LEAGUE PREP

Improve your stroke techniques and stay conditioned for swim league season.

Ages: 6 - 18yrs Date

Fee: $16 Day

Time

Bayside Rec Center Jun 6

F

6:15 - 7:30 pm

Jul 11

F

6:15 - 7:15 pm

Aug 8

F

6:15 - 7:45 pm

Bow Creek Rec Center Jun 24

Tu

7 - 8:30 pm

Aug 19

Tu

11 am - 12:30 pm

SWIM LESSONS

Red Cross certified swim lessons for all ages are available at all seven recreation centers throughout the year.

Visit the online catalog for current availability.

TINY BOBBERS WITH ADULT GUARDIAN A safe and fun introduction to the water for children ages 1-2 to share with a participating adult guardian.

PADDLER (AGE 3) & PADDLER (AGE 4 & 5)

Designed for children to learn water adjustment, basic swimming and safety skills in a fun, small group setting.

LEARN TO SWIM LEVELS 1 - 6

This six-level program allows students to progress at their own pace, mastering the skills in one level before advancing to the next.

Princess Anne Rec Center Aug 8

F

6 - 7:30 pm

Aug 15

F

6 - 7:30 pm

Aug 22

F

6 - 7:30 pm

Seatack Rec Center Jun 3

Tu

5:45 - 7:15 pm

Aug 19

Tu

5:45 - 7:15 pm

Williams Farm Rec Center Jun 13

F

6 - 7:30 pm

Visit virginiabeach.gov/parks for full details & to register

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AQUATICS PROGRAMS ADULT SWIMMING

WATER SAFETY

LEARNING THE BASICS

AMERICAN RED CROSS ADULT AND PEDIATRIC FIRST AID/CPR/AED

Learn the basic skills to achieve a minimum level of water competency.

LEARNING AND REFINING SWIM STROKES

Improve foundational skills and swimming strokes.

LIFEGUARD TRAINING BLENDED LEARNING

Provides entry-level participants the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies injuries and sudden illnesses until EMS personnel take over.

LIFEGUARDING INSTRUCTOR COURSE

Trains instructor candidates to teach the basic level American Red Cross Lifeguarding courses and prepares them to use course and presentation materials, conduct training sessions and evaluate the progress of candidates in a professional-level course.

LIFEGUARD RE-CERTIFICATION

Re-certify and refresh your skills in American Red Cross Lifeguard Training.

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Learn to recognize and respond appropriately to cardiac, breathing, and first aid emergencies. Gain knowledge and skills needed to give immediate care to an injured or ill person when minutes matter, and to decide whether advanced medical care is needed.

STROKE IMPROVEMENT SWIM CLINICS

These clinics are for participants who are interested in improving their stroke technique. Each clinic includes starts and turns elements for that stroke.

• • • • •

Backstroke Breaststroke Butterfly Freestyle Individual Medley & Starts, Turns, & Finishes

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SPORTS & FITNESS YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL FALL LEAGUE

Registration opens Jun 9 Offered in the fall for boys and girls (10U, 13U) and allows for a fun, recreational, limited-contact way to play youth football. Uniforms (t-shirts) will be provided Registration: Jun 9 - Aug 8 Fee: $75 per player Fall Season: Six game season begins Sep. 6 on Saturday morning/early afternoon at Princess Anne Athletic Complex.

Sports & Fitness

YOUTH SOFTBALL FALL LEAGUE

Player registration is taken by individual recreation associations.

Visit virginiabeach.gov/sports for details.

Visit virginiabeach.gov/parks for full details and to register

ALL WEATHER BOOTCAMP

YIN YOGA

Date

Day

Time

Drop in at the Great Neck Park Gazebo to find your Zen during this outdoor Yin Yoga class. This style of yoga practice focuses on holding passive poses for extended periods of time, several minutes, to target the body's deep connective tissues, promoting deep relaxation and increased flexibility in joints while cultivating a meditative state.

Jun 5 - Aug 28

Th

8:45 - 10 am

Where: Great Neck Park Gazebo

Full body workout that includes strength and cardio training - all taking place outside in the elements (except for thunder and lightning)!

Challenge yourself with a variety of exercises.

Where: Great Neck Park Ages: 14 yrs+

Fee: Free

Ages: 14 yrs+

NUTRITION NEWS

Explore topics such as the benefits of plant-based food, weaning off of sugar, organizing your shopping list, experimenting with specialty foods, importance of understanding food labels, contamination, storage, and ways to avoid processed foods.

Where: Great Neck Rec Center Ages: 18 yrs+

Fee: Free

Date

Day

Time

Aug 21

Th

1 - 2:30 pm

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Date

Fee: Free Day Time

Jun 4 - Aug 27 W

10:30 - 11:30 am

Fall (12U, 14U, 16U, 18U) Registration Deadline: Jun 30 Fall season: Sep - Nov at Princess Anne Athletic Complex

YOUTH VOLLEYBALL FALL LEAGUE

Fall leagues include girls (12U, 14U, 18U) and coed (12U, 14U). Player Registration is taken by individual recreation associations. Visit virginiabeach.gov/sports for details.

Registration Deadline: Jun 30 Fall season: Sep - Nov at various VBCPS Middle Schools

FALL ADULT SOFTBALL REGISTRATION

Jul 7 - 27, Team Registration Aug 1 - 20, Individual Registration

SPORTS & FITNESS JUDO

Learn the techniques of throwing, holding, locking, and pinning.

Where: Williams Farm Rec Center Ages: 7 yrs+

Fee: $59

Date

Day Time

Jul 12 - Aug 30

Sa

9:15 - 10:15 am

KARATEDO

An in-depth introduction to classical Japanese Karate.

Where: Great Neck Rec Center

Martial Arts Aikido (the way of harmony of ki).

Where: Princess Anne Rec Center Ages: 7 yrs+

Fee: $59

Date

Day

Time

Jul 14 - Aug 25

M

6 - 7 pm

Where: Kempsville Rec Center Ages: 10 yrs+

Fee: $69

Date

Day

Time

Jun 10 - Jul 24

T/Th

5:45 - 6:45 pm

Aug 5 - Sep 11

T/Th

5:45 - 6:45 pm

CLASSICAL JAPANESE KARATE - BEGINNER

CLASSICAL JAPANESE KARATE - INTERMEDIATE

Where: Bayside Rec Center

Where: Bayside Rec Center

Ages: 8 yrs+

Fee: $69

Ages: 8 yrs+

Fee: $69

Date

Day

Time

Date

Day

Time

Jun 3 - Jun 17

T/Th

5:30 - 6:30 pm

Jun 3 - Jun 17

T/Th

6:30 - 7:30 pm

Jun 24 - Jul 15

T/Th

5:30 - 6:30 pm

Jun 24 - Jul 10

T/Th

6:30 - 7:30 pm

Jul 22 - Aug 28

T/Th

5:30 - 6:30 pm

Jul 22 - Aug 28 T/Th

6:30 - 7:30 pm

Learn Japanese Karate. Students must wear a gi.

Fee: $69

Date

Time

Day

Jun 23 - Jul 30 M, W

6:15 - 7:15 pm

Aug 6 - Sep 17

6:15 - 7:15 pm

M, W

KENDO

Rec Center Membership or Day Pass required for all programs

AIKIDO

Ages: 8 yrs+

Kendo, the ‘Way of the Sword’, is the art of sword fighting. Learn to use a bamboo-made sword to strike effective blows and develop competing skills, plus the etiquette and philosophy behind it. Hosted by the Virginia Beach Kendo Club.

Where: Kempsville Rec Center Ages: 7 yrs+

Fee: $49

Date

Day

Time

Jun 15 - Jul 13

Su

3 - 4:30 pm

Learn Japanese Karate. Students must wear a gi.

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SUMMER ACTIVITIES PAINT AND SNACKTAILS: ACRYLIC MASTERPIECE

Grab your bestie to paint and learn with acrylics on canvas and create a masterpiece! No experience required. Instructor will guide you along the way.

Where: Williams Farm Rec Center Ages: 18 yrs+

Fee: $25

Date

Day

Time

Jun 7

Sa

12 - 2 pm

RECYCLED ART CREATION

Summer Programs COLORFUL VIBES ART CLASS

Meet local ViBes artists and learn different art techniques in these unique classes designed to unleash your creativity! Each class highlights a new artist every month, eager to connect with you and share their skills.

CREATION STATION

Build unique crafts and solve challenging puzzles all while enjoying tasty treats and fun entertainment.

Where: Williams Farm Rec Center Ages: 6 - 12 yrs

Fee: $25

Where: Seatack Rec Center

Date

Day

Time

Ages: 7 yrs+

Jul 18

F

12 - 2 pm

Fee: $10

Date

Day

Time

Jun 28

Sa

12:30 - 2 pm

COMIC BOOK CREATOR

Explore animated comic adventures and classic comic books, then dive into drawing and scripting your epic tale. Bring a snack and water bottle!

Where: Williams Farm Rec Center Ages: 8 - 18 yrs

Fee: $35

Date

Day

Time

Jul 24

Th

12 - 5 pm

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DATE NIGHT PAINT NIGHT

Whether you’re a couple looking to spend quality time together or just friends looking for something fun to do, this event is all about having a great time while getting creative and trying your hand at painting a piece of art. Paint supplies and light refreshments are provided.

Where: Bayside Rec Center Ages: 18 yrs+

Fee: $15

Date

Day

Time

Aug 8

F

5:30 – 7:30 pm

This program is designed for various age groups to focus on creating art from recycled material.

Explore different art mediums and techniques, including stop-motion animation, and mixed media with a focus on fun creative art pieces.

Where: Seatack Rec Center Ages: 8 - 13 yrs

Fee: $15

Date

Day

Time

Jun 17

Sa

11 am - 1 pm

UNPUZZLED ART

Unleash your child’s creativity at this exciting 3D art adventure summer program! This hands-on program introduces students to the world of creativity and dimensional art using puzzle pieces.

Where: Seatack Rec Center Ages: 8 - 13 yrs

Fee: $20

Date

Day

Time

Aug 20

W

4 - 6 pm

SUMMER ACTIVITIES SHAG LESSONS

Enjoy this smooth slow verion of East Coast Swing/Jitterbug/Jive dances set to beach tunes. No partner required for registration.

Presented by the Virginia Beach Shag Club.

Where: Kempsville Rec Center Ages: 12 yrs+

Fee: $49

Date

Day

Time

Jul 1 - Aug 5

Tu

6:45 - 7:45 pm

Where: Bow Creek Rec Center Ages: 12 yrs+

Fee: $49

FULL MOON PADDLE

Paddle with us to view the sunset, moonrise and have a truly unforgettable experience.

Where: Stumpy Lake Natural Area Ages: 12 yrs+ Fee: $60/boat (up to two people)

E-SPORTS

Show off your video gaming skills during these summer tournaments!

Mario Kart Tournament Where: Bayside Rec Center Ages: 8 - 18 yrs+

Fee: $12

Date

Day

Time

Jun 7

M

6:30 - 8 pm

Date

Day

Time

Jun 10

Tu

7 - 9:30 pm

Jul 10

Th

7 - 9:30 pm

Super Smash Bros Tournament

Aug 8

F

6:30 - 9 pm

Where: Williams Farm Rec Center

Sep 7

Su

6 - 8:30 pm

Ages: 8 - 18 yrs+

Fee: $10

GARDENING TALKING DIRT

Date

Day

Time

Jun 17

M

5:30 – 7:30 pm

Date

Day

Time

Jun 3 (free demo)

Presented by the Virginia Beach Master Gardeners.

Tu

6:30 - 7:30 pm

Where: Kempsville Rec Center

NBA 2k24 Tournament

Jul 8 - Aug 12

Tu

6:30 - 7:30 pm

Ages: 10 yrs+

Fee: Free

Where: Williams Farm Rec Center

Date

Day

Time

Jun 11

W

6:45 - 7:45 pm

CAMINO 103

Presented by the Southeastern Virginia Chapter of American Pilgrims on the Camino.

Ages: 8 - 18 yrs+

MIND OVER MILES

Fee: $10

Date

Day

Time

Jul 17

M

5:30 – 7:30 pm

Ultimate Mario Kart Tournament

Where: Kempsville Rec Center

A walking club for adults that meets on the first Tuesday of every month.

Ages: 16 yrs+

Ages: 21 yrs+

Ages: 8 - 18 yrs+

Fee: Free

Fee: Free

Date

Day

Time

Location

Date

Time

Jun 9

M

6:30 - 8 pm

West Neck Natural Area

Jun 3

8 - 9:30 am

Princess Anne Athletic Complex

Jul 1

8 - 9:30 am

Red Wing Park

Aug 5

8 - 9:30 am

CYBER CRIME: CONNECTION AND VULNERABILITY

Learn factors that may increase the risk of cybercrime among older adults, particularly focusing on vulnerable populations such as caregivers and individuals with dementia. Featured speaker: ODU Associate Director of the Social Science Research Center Dr. Tancy Vandecar-Burdin.

BEGINNER PICKLEBALL CLINIC

Fee: $10

Date

Day

Time

Aug 5

M

5:30 – 7:30 pm

FATHER’S DAY FIELD DAY

Calling all Dads! Do you remember your favorite field day activities as a kid? Now is the time to pass down those memories to your family for this throw-back event!

Learn the fundamentals of pickleball or enhance your current skills.

Where: Princess Anne Rec Center

Where: Bow Creek Rec Center

Date

Day

Time

Jun 7

Sa

9:30 – 1:30 pm

Ages: 14 yrs+

Fee: $15

Where: Great Neck Pavilion

Date

Day

Time

Ages: 18 yrs+

Jun 4

W

12:30 - 2:30 pm

Fee: Free

Where: Williams Farm Rec Center

Date

Day

Time

Where: Princess Anne Rec Center

Jun 3

Tu

2 - 3 pm

Ages: 18 yrs+

Ages: 4 yrs+

Fee: $10

Fee: $15

Date

Day

Time

Jun 22

Su

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SUMMER ACTIVITIES KID’S MORNING IN

Parents, are you in need of a Saturday morning to yourself or a chance to run errands with no kids?

Focus on your personal needs while your children enjoy a morning of fun at the rec center.

Where: Williams Farm Rec Center Ages: 3 - 13 yrs

Fee: $18

Date

Day

Time

Jul 12

Sa

9 am - 12 pm

NERF STRIKE BATTLE

Test your Nerf skills in a safe, exciting, and structured environment.

Participants utilize their youth development skills, such as teamwork, self-empowerment, leadership, critical thinking, and sportsmanship. Enjoy a fun day of laughter and excitement plus pizza and juice.

Where: Bayside Rec Center Ages: 7 - 13 yrs

Fee: $15

Date

Day

Time

Jul 12

Sa

12 - 3 pm

POP-UP BASKETBALL CLINIC

Learn the basics of basketball from lay-ups, passing, dribbling, and shooting through a combination of drills and other fun games.

Where: Bow Creek Rec Center Ages: 6 - 12 yrs

Fee: $50

Date

Day

Time

Jul 30 - Aug 1

W, F

9 am - 12 pm

Aug 13 - Aug 15 W, F

9 am - 12 pm

Parents, enjoy a night out on the town while your children enjoy a night of fun at the rec! No time to figure out dinner? No worries, pizza and drinks are included. All children must have a valid membership or day pass. Must wear socks for the indoor playground. Your child must be potty-trained to attend.

Bayside Rec Center Ages: 3 - 13 yrs

S&S BINGO

Anyone and everyone is welcome to play bingo in this fun family event.

Each player receives two cards (one sheet) per game. Snacks and prizes will be available.

Where: Seatack Rec Center Ages: All Ages

Fee: $12

Date

Day

Time

Aug 22

F

6 - 7:30 pm

PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT

Date

Day

Time

Jun 13

F

5 - 8 pm

Aug 22

F

5 - 8 pm

Bow Creek Rec Center Ages: 3 - 12 yrs

Fee: $20

Date

Day

Time

Jun 13

F

5 - 8 pm

Jul 18

F

5 - 8 pm

Aug 22

F

5 - 8 pm

Great Neck Rec Center

TINY TOTS PLAY

Take new adventures and make new friends through discovery, exploration, teamwork and sportsmanship.

Where: Seatack Rec Center Ages: 4 - 7 yrs

Fee: $20

Fee: $20

Date

Day

Time

Jul 30

W

2 - 3:30 pm

Ages: 3 - 12 yrs

Fee: $20

Date

Day

Time

Jun 6

F

4:30 - 7:30 pm

Jul 11

F

4:30 - 7:30 pm

Aug 1

F

4:30 - 7:30 pm

Kempsville Rec Center Ages: 3 - 12 yrs

Fee: $20

Date

Day

Time

Jun 13

F

5 - 8 pm

Seatack Rec Center

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Ages: 3 - 12 yrs

Fee: $20

Date

Day

Time

Jun 27

F

5 - 8 pm

Jul 25

F

5 - 8 pm

Aug 29

F

5 - 8 pm

Forever Young 55+

REC CENTER ACTIVITIES

FOR ADULTS 55+

​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Forever Young programs are created for adults ages 55 & up to socialize in special events, lunches, games, arts and crafts, exercise, as well as local shopping trips and excursions.​ Forever Young Programs are included with recreation center membership or with SilverSneakers or Renew Active membership.

CITY-WIDE FOREVER YOUNG TEA PARTY

Pinkies up for a Tea Party at Kempsville Recreation Center. We will have entertainment, lunch, group games, dancing, and lots of fun.

Lunch will be provided. Various teas will be available to sample.

Where: Kempsville Rec Center Ages: 55 yrs+

Fee: $15

Date

Day

Time

Jun 3

Tu

10 am - 1 pm

FATHER’S DAY CELEBRATION

COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS BAYSIDE Wednesdays & Thursdays W/ ROBIN Robin Paul with Kempsville Library facilities a conversation about various topics Where: Kempsville Rec Center Ages: 55 yrs+

Fee: Free

Universal Basic Income Date

Day

Time

Jun 12

Th

11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Civic Renewal Date

Day

Time

Jul 24

Th

11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Celebrate all fathers, grandfathers, uncles, brothers or a special male role model in our lives. We will provide lunch, activities and games.

History & Society Date

Day

Time

Where: Bayside Rec Center

Aug 21

Th

11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Ages: 55 yrs+

Fee: $12

Date

Day

Time

Jun 11

W

10 am - 1 pm

10 am - 1 pm

BOW CREEK

Wednesdays & Fridays 10 am - 1 pm

GREAT NECK

Wednesdays & Fridays 10 am - 1 pm

KEMPSVILLE

Tuesdays & Thursdays 10 am - 1 pm

PRINCESS ANNE

Mondays & Wednesdays 9:30 am - 12:30 pm

SEATACK

Mondays & Thursdays 10 am - 1 pm

WILLIAMS FARM Wednesdays 10 am - 1 pm

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THERAPEUTIC RECREATION ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​THERAPEUTIC RECREATION

offers a variety of opportunities throughout the year for children, teens and adults with disabilities.

Diagnoses served include Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADD/ADHD, Down Syndrome, learning disability, mild to profound intellectual disability, traumatic brain injury, hearing impairment, visual impairment, or physical disability.

FALL REGISTRATION

Opens August 13 at 6pm

Therapeutic Recreation Rec Center Membership or Day Pass required for most programs

TR SURF & FUN

Ride a wave on an afternoon of surf and fun in the sun at the Pendleton surfing area. Each surfer will receive an assigned timeslot for a 30-minute surf lesson.

Where: Pendleton Surfing Area Ages: 5yr+

Fee: $25

TR YOUTH SWIM

Swim lessons with a Water Safety Instructor for water exercise or modified swimming.

Date

Fee

Ages: 5 - 16 yrs

Fee: $52

Dates

Day

Time

Norfolk Zoo & Picnic at the Park

Jun 6

$10

Jun 9 - Jul 28

M

5 - 5:50 pm

Brickhouse Diner

Jun 21

$10

Party at the Pier

Jul 17

$10

Bells Mill Park & Gelati Celesti

Jul 27

$10

Blue Bird Gap Farm

Aug 12

$15

New River Taphouse

Aug 28

$10

Time

Where: Bow Creek Rec Center

Jul 12

Sa

10 am - 3 pm

Dates

Day

Time

Jul 26

Sa

10 am - 3 pm

Jun 12 - Aug 7

Th

5 - 5:50 pm

Where: Kempsville Rec Center

TR ADULT SWIM Where: Kempsville Rec Center Ages: 16 yrs+

Fee: $52

Dates

Day Time M

Ages: 15 yrs+

Fee: $15

Jun 9 - Jul 28

Dates

Day

Time

Where: Bow Creek Rec Center

Jun 12

Th

4:15 - 7:45 pm

Dates

Day

Time

Jun 12 - Aug 7

Th

6 - 6:50 pm

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Ages: 18yr+ Destination

Day

Ride on a bellyak on the bay and participate in social games at the beach with new friends!

Community outings for adults with disabilities. Fees include transportation from Kempsville Recreation Center and entry fees.

Where: Kempsville Rec Center

Dates

TR BELLYAK

757 TRAVELERS

6 - 6:50 pm

THERAPEUTIC RECREATION TR DISCOVERY CAMP

Spark your imagination and develop a greater sense of independence all while having fun socializing, learning new skills and activities and overall creating special camp memories. Individualized goals will be established and measured by participation in classes such as sports & fitness, STEM, arts & crafts, music & dance, hobbies & games, and more!

TR MORE TO EXPLORE (18+)

Summer program for adults with disabilities that incorporates leisure education, socialization, and skill building through recreation. Offers unique opportunites to engage in new and familiar leisure activities, develop lifetime leisure skills, and work on individualized goals.

Fee: $350

Where: Salem Middle School

Dates

Day

Time

Ages: 5 - 22 yrs

Fee: $1300

Jun 23 - Jul 3

M-F

8 am - 4 pm

Dates

Day

Time

Jul 7 - Jul 18

M-F

8 am - 4 pm

Jun 23 - Aug 7

M-F

8 am - 3 pm

Jul 21 - Aug 1

M-F

8 am - 4 pm

TR NEW & JUNIOR VENTURES This 7-week program incorporates leisure education, socialization, and skill building through recreation participation.

Swim lessons with a Water Safety Instructor for modified swimming.

Where: Kempsville Rec Center Ages: 1 - 4 yrs

Fee: $41

Ages: 13 - 22 yrs

Fee: $1100

Dates

Day

Time

Dates

Time

Jun 9 - Jul 28

M

5:20 - 5:50 pm

Jun 23 - Aug 7 M - F 8:30 am 4:30 pm

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TR TINY BOBBERS W/ PARENT/GUARDIAN

Where: Salem Middle School Day

STAY CONNECTED WITH TEXT ALERTS TO YOUR PHONE

Where: Salem Middle School Ages: 18 yrs+

NEW!

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