JUST FOR KIDS
SOCCER FOR FUN
For 4 Year-Olds
This low-key, non-competitive approach to soccer is a great way to introduce your child to this popular sport. Limited space available!
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Registration: |
February 1 - March 5 (first-come/first-serve until full) |
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Beginning Date: |
This program is tentatively scheduled to begin April 3rd and will meet for 1 hour on Saturdays for 6 weeks. |
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Time: |
To be determined - For 1 hour in the AM |
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Location: |
Everett Athletic Complex |
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Cost: |
$50.00 which includes game jersey + $15.00 for pictures which is totally optional **Late registration is $5.00 extra and on a space available basis** |
SPRING YOUTH SOCCER
For Ages 5-16
This program is available for boys and girls and will include an "all-girls" league through Age 12.
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Registration: |
February 1 - March 5 (first-come/first-serve until full) |
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Beginning Date: |
The season is tentatively scheduled to begin April 3rd and will continue for 6 weeks. |
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Cost: |
$50.00 which includes game jersey + $15.00 for pictures which is totally optional **Late registration is $5.00 extra and on a space available basis** |
KIDDIE KORNER PRE-SCHOOL
Rated a 3-Star Program by the Department of Human Services
Fall Class Registration & Open House
This kindergarten readiness program is open to children Ages 4-5 and provides developmentally-appropriate learning activities that focus on social, recreational and education skills. Classes run 10 months per year; August through May. The maximum class size is 12 and spaces are filled on a first come-first served basis. Children must be 4 years of age within 3 months of the program start date and completely toilet-trained.
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Fall Session begins August 2, 2010 |
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Registration Begins: Class Options: Class Time: Location: Cost: |
March 22 Open House: May 4 6:30-7:30 PM Mondays & Wednesdays or Tuesdays & Thursdays 8:00-11:30 AM Springbrook Recreation Center $80.00 per month + a $25.00 registration fee |
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Teachers: |
Selena Nolasco, Director Jeannie McMillan, Assistant |
BEGINNER TAP CLASSES
For Ages 4-6 and 7-9
Children will learn rhythm and coordination by making music with their feet in these beginner lessons where basic tap steps are taught to music. Black flat tap shoes are required. A black leotard and pink tights are encouraged, but not required, for girls.
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Dates: |
Tuesdays, March 23 - May 11 |
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Times: |
4:00-4:30 PM for Ages 4-6 (30-minute class) 4:30-5:15 PM for Ages 7-9 (45-minute class) |
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Location: |
Everett Recreation Center |
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Cost: |
$75 per 8-week session for 30-minute class $80 per 8-week session for 45-minute class |
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Instructor: |
Karen Thomas |
BEGINNER BALLET CLASSES
For Ages 3-5 and 6-10
These classes are taught in a relaxed and non-competitive environment. Children will grow with grace and rhythm as they are taught proper placement techniques along with a fun, choreographed routine. There will be an end of session recital without any extra fees or costumes!
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Dates: |
Tuesdays, March 23 - May 11 |
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5:15-6:00 PM for Ages 3-5 6:00-6:45 PM for Ages 6-10 |
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Location: |
Everett Recreation Center |
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Cost: |
$80 per 8-week session |
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Instructor: |
Karen Thomas |
HIP HOP DANCE CLASSES
For Boys & Girls Ages 5 & Up
Does your child enjoy hip hop dance reality shows? If so, have them join the fun in learning some new hip hop moves! This class offers a great exercise workout in a fun and exciting atmosphere! Students will learn a routine filled with new hip hop and break dancing moves choreographed to a clean and edited music mix. There will be a fun performance at the end of each session with no extra fees or dance attire necessary.
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Dates: |
Thursdays, March 25 - May 13 |
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Time: |
4:00-4:45 PM for Ages 5-7 5:00-5:45 PM for Ages 8-11 |
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Cost: |
$80 per 8-week session |
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Location: |
Everett Recreation Center |
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Instructor: |
Amanda Thompson |
GYMNASTICS
MOVEMENT, MUSIC & MORE
For Ages 18 Months - 5 Years
These classes include fun, monthly themes that let your child learn the fun sport of gymnastics while expanding their imaginations. Music is used to expand on each month's theme with dancing, singing, rhythm sticks, and musical instruments. Brain Power and brain building exercises are incorporated each month to stimulate left and right brain activity, sensory awareness, fine motor skills, and kindergarten readiness skills. Gymnastic Skills are taught in proper progressions on bright, colorful preschool equipment, with all equipment designed and sized for young hands and feet. Participants will learn beginner through intermediate skills on bars, beams, trampolines, and vaulting, as well as learn and enhance many of the gross motor skills needed. Classes are taught by qualified adult instructors, each with over 20 years of teaching experience.
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Ages 18 months - 3 years "Mom & Me" |
30-minute class |
Fridays, 9:30-10:00 AM |
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Ages 3-5 years |
45-minute class |
Fridays, 10:00-10:45 AM or 10:45-11:30 AM |
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Dates: |
March 26 - May 21 (Skip April 2) |
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Location: |
Everett Recreation Center |
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Cost: |
$70 per 8-week session for 30-minute class $80 per 8-week session for 45-minute class |
TUMBLING GYMNASTICS
BEGINNER AND INTERMEDIATE
For Ages 5-10
This class will teach and enhance skills involving handstands, cartwheels, one-arm cartwheels and bridges for both the very beginner and intermediate students. Intermediate students will also work on round-offs, backbend kick-overs, front handsprings, and back handsprings. Classes are taught with proper skill progression for the safety of the child and with enthusiasm and motivation - never intimidation.
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Dates: |
Tuesdays, March 23 - May 11 |
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Time: |
5:15-6:15 PM |
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Location: |
Everett Recreation Center |
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Cost: |
$90 per 8-week session |
START SMART
For Ages 3-5
This program prepares children Ages 3-5 for organized sports without the threat of competition, as well as teaches them motor skill tasks that gradually build confidence. The focus will be on throwing, kicking, catching, and batting. Each child must be accompanied by an adult who is able to participate and assist child in class activities. Register now due to the limited space available for this very popular and unique program.
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Dates: |
Mondays, March 22 - April 26 |
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Time: |
5:15-6:15 PM |
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Location: |
Everett Recreation Center |
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Cost: |
$50.00 |
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Instructor: |
April Stadel |
FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE
This is a newly formed co-ed league for children Ages 7-12. All are welcome to participate and everyone will play. Coaches include volunteer Alcoa High School athletic students Deon Haley, Devin Bates, Jordon Patrick and Damien Minor and MLK Program Assistant Courtney Walden. Games will be played every Saturday in March at noon at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center Fields. The program is free; however registration is required and will be taken through the end of February at the MLK Center. For more information, please call 983-1954.
SUMMER YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE
This summer youth basketball program will be played in June at the Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Center outdoor courts. A small fee of $5.00 per player will help to offset the costs of this activity. Boys and girls Ages 7-13 are encouraged to sign-up at the Center. Registration will begin in early May and games will be played on Thursdays in June at 6:00 PM. Volunteer coaches and officials are always welcomed and needed. For more information or to volunteer, please call the MLK Center during the month of May at 983-1954.
TENNIS INSTRUCTION
For Ages 6 through Adult
Rain Policy: All participants are responsible for calling Parks & Rec. at 983-9244 in the afternoons in the event of inclement weather. Occasionally, decisions will need to be made at the courts. A make-up class will be held for each class cancelled with the make-up date determined by the instructor.
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JOHN SEVIER/CAROLINE HAYNES COURTS |
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Dates: |
Session 1: |
March 15, 22, 29, April 5, 19 (No class April 12) |
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Session 2: |
April 26, May 3, 10, 17, 31 (No class May 24) |
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Session 3: |
June 7, 14, 21, 28, July 5 |
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Session 4: |
July 19, 26, August 2, 9, 16 |
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Session 5: |
August 23, 30, September 13, 20, 27 (No class Sept. 6) (Rain Date: Oct. 4) |
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Mondays |
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3:30-4:30 PM 6-12 years (Beginner) 4:30-5:30 PM 13 years through Adult (Beg., Intermed., & Advanced) |
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Location: |
John Sevier Tennis Courts, Maryville |
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Cost: |
$50.00 for 5 classes $3 Discount for additional siblings |
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Instructor: |
Caroline Haynes |
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CLASSES AT SANDY SPRINGS |
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Dates: |
Session 1: May 17-26 Beginner |
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Session 2: May 31 - June 9 Beginner-Intermediate |
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Tuesdays & Thursdays |
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Times: |
4:00-5:15 PM 6-12 years 5:30-6:45 PM 13 years through Adult |
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Location: |
Sandy Springs Park Tennis Courts |
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Cost: |
$50.00 for 5 hours of instruction (4 classes) $3 Discount for additional siblings |
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Instructor: |
To be announced. |
CLASSES AT SPRINGBROOK |
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Dates: |
April 13 - May 11 Beginner-Intermediate |
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Tuesdays |
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4:30-5:30 PM 6-12 years 5:30-6:30 PM 13 years through Adult |
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Location: |
Springbrook Park Tennis Courts |
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Cost: |
$50.00 $3 Discount for additional siblings |
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Instructor: |
Cindy Hodges |
KARATE INSTRUCTION
Parks & Rec. has partnered with the Maryville Isshinryu School to offer the following classes to youth and adults. This school, the oldest in Blount County, is the only school accredited by the International Isshinryu Karate Association. Benefits of Karate include self-defense, as well as increased flexibility, concentration, balance, self-discipline and self-respect.
Youth Classes - Ages 7-12 years
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Dates: |
Wednesdays |
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Classes are on-going with new students accepted the first of each month. |
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Time: |
7:00-8:30 PM |
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Location: |
Springbrook Recreation Center |
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Cost: |
$60.00 per quarter (3 months) - Family rates available. |
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Registration: |
Taken on-site at the first of each month. |
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Instructors: |
Bruce Guillaume, Mike Lewis, Jim Cobb, Pete Simmons, Jeff Grindstaff, Robbie Meisner, Dan McFalls, Chris Godwin, Scott DeWaard and Kirk Harris |
Adult Classes - Ages 12 years & Up
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Dates: |
Mondays & Thursdays Classes are on-going with new students accepted the first of each month. |
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7:30-9:00 PM |
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Location: |
Springbrook Recreation Center |
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Cost: |
$120.00 per quarter (3 months) - Family rates available. |
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Registration: |
Taken on-site at the first of each month. |
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Instructors: |
Bruce Guillaume, Mike Lewis, Jim Cobb, Pete Simmons, Jeff Grindstaff, Shane Lenoir, Angie Higginbotham, Robbie Meisner, Dan McFalls, Chris Godwin, Scott DeWaard and Kirk Harris |
SWIMMING LESSONS
Please see "Pools & Aquatics: Swimming Lessons" for complete information.
FLYING DOLPHINS SWIM TEAM
Please see "Pools & Aquatics: Classes" for complete information.
GOLF INSTRUCTION
Please see "Programs: Adult" section for complete information.
SCUBA INSTRUCTION
Please see "Pools & Aquatics: Classes" for complete information.
YOUTH FOOTBALL
Teams begin recruitment of players in late January. Spring practice will begin February 8th and will continue through March 27th. After spring practice, teams will not practice again until July 26th. The Jamboree is scheduled for August 14th with the season beginning August 23rd. The Super Bowl, which concludes the season, is tentatively scheduled for October 30th. For more information regarding teams in your area, contact the Parks & Rec. Office at 983-9244.
Grasshoppers - Ages 7-8
PeeWees - Ages 8-10
Midgets - Ages 10-12
YOUTH BASEBALL
Parks & Rec. does not offer t-ball or baseball for youth, these sports are offered through area little leagues. Contacts and phone numbers for these organizations are listed below:
ALCOA YOUTH BASEBALL (DYRAN BLEDSOE) 806-5041
EAGLETON LITTLE LEAGUE (JOEL MOSS) 681-8784
MARYVILLE LITTLE LEAGUE (JEFF WALLACE) 983-6518
GREENBACK LITTLE LEAGUE (PAM SPARKS) 984-1847
SPECIAL OLYMPICS
See "Special Events, Special Olympics" for more information.