Athens Community Arts, Parks & Recreation

Spring Programs & Activities 2014

Athens Community Center Information

Athens Community Center 701 East State Street Athens, OH 45701 740-592-3325 http://www.ci.athens.oh.us/aprd.cfm
The Mission of the Athens Community Arts, Parks & Recreation Department is to provide Athens and area residents comprehensive programs, activities and facilities that encourage health, fitness and cultural recreational, educational, and social opportunities in our community.

Athens Community Center Hours

6:00 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Saturdays 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sundays

Mission

Daily Admission $5.00 Members will have the benefits of the fitness room, This is a one day fee to use the community centers jogging track, gymnasium, locker rooms, and leisure opportunities in the lobby. Members will also receive gymnasium, fitness rooms, locker rooms, and indoor track. A visit is good for an entire day. lower activity and rental rates. All programs, classes, and athletic leagues will continue to have a participaPunch Card $60.00 tion fee to fund instructors, materials, and equipment. A punch card allows an individual to purchase a pass that will be good for twenty (20) visits. This card may Annual Memberships be shared with others. However, the punch card is your Discounted* Regular responsibility and you must bring it with you to each Adult $180.00 $250.00 visit. Punch Card Holders do NOT receive member Senior $125.00 $175.00 discounts. No refunds for lost or stolen cards. Teen $125.00 $175.00 Youth $100.00 $160.00 Membership Definitions Household $280.00 $380.00 Household are all members of the immediate family Walking Pass $75.00 $115.00 structure that live in the same house together Six Month Memberships Adult is an individual that is 18 years or older Discounted* Regular Senior is an individual that is 60 years or older Adult $125.00 $200.00 Teen is an individual between the ages of 13-17 Senior $95.00 $145.00 Youth is an individual between the ages of 9-12 Teen $95.00 $145.00 Child is an individual younger than 8 Youth $75.00 $125.00 Household $225.00 $330.00 Active Participants By their very nature, many activities involve body *Any potential member able to contact, substantial physical exertion, emotional stress, produce proof of currently paying the and/or use of equipment, which represents certain risk City of Athens Income Tax or current residency to users. It is recommended to check with your physiwithin city limits is eligible for the discounted cian prior to participating in Parks & Recreation activimembership rate. ties. Participants in any program assume responsibility for any risk, implicit or direct by participating in said SilverSneakers activity or facility. If you are retired and 65 or older and are a part of Errors & Adjustments qualifying Medicare supplement plans, you may be While we try to be accurate in presenting information eligible for the SilverSneakers fitness program. Silin the brochure, some unavoidable errors or changes to verSneakers offers free memberships to qualifying the programs, fees, schedules, and other information individuals. For more information, or to find out if may occur. The Community Center apologizes for any your insurance is a part of the program, contact Silinconvenience that results from these necessary adjustverSneakers site supervisor, Andrew Chiki at 740-592ments. 3325. Athens Community Arts, Parks & Recreation 1 740-592-3325

Community Center Membership

As a regional center of excellence, we are the premier facilitator of recreational and health programs by providing activities and facilities that improve the quality of life of area residents. Through collaboration with our advisory committee, City Leadership, and an extensive network of civic minded partners and organizations, we strive to include all people as participants and volunteers in our diverse offerings.

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Registration Information
Call-in registration will be accepted for activities, classes, and leagues during appropriate registration dates from 8 am - 8 pm, Monday-Friday, with a Visa or MasterCard at 740-592-3325. A participation waiver must be signed for a minor prior to participating in the first class or practice. Walk-in registration will be Enrollment accepted for activities, classes, and leagues made during appropriate registration dates and times as listed. Upon receipt of form and fees, you are immediately enrolled. You will not be notified unless a problem has occurred. Programs are subject to change in location, date, time, and/or personnel. Every effort will be made Rental Facilities to make up cancelled program dates. However, the The Athens Community Center has rooms for all Athens Arts, Parks & Recreation Department holds the occasions. Select from seven different rooms for busi- right to terminate a session at less than the scheduled ness meetings, banquets, wedding receptions, and oth- number of dates. No refunds are issued after the start er special events. A catering kitchen is available with of a class, unless the following circumstances occur: many amenities for the heating and cooling of food. Select your set-up with round or rectangular tables. A: Class is cancelled by the recreation department All set-ups will be completed by our staff; all you have B: Person applies for a refund prior to the first to do is decorate. Also available are media applications game being played or class attended. The for your business meetings. Please call for details registration fee does not include accident or concerning availability, rates, and set-up options. personal property insurance, and no liability is assumed by the City of Athens, its personnel, or agents thereof. C: An administrative fee of $25.00 will be assessed for all returned checks. Refunds will be processed through the Auditors office or credited to your account. *Please remember that in order to have a class, registrations must be done early. If there are not enough participants registered, classes will be cancelled and registrants will receive a refund or credit.

Personal Training
Need some help with losing a few extra pounds or just want to tone-up? Enhance your workout experience by working one-on-one with a personal trainer to meet your fitness goals. They will motivate and educate you on proper technique and execution of all aspects of your fitness needs. Birthday Parties Day & Time: Arranged by appointment with a personal Would you like to have a hassle-free birthday party? trainer, or call the front desk for more Then we have the answer for you! Rental includes the information. Arts & Crafts Room, kitchenette, and outdoor playground. New Fee Structure*: $25.00 for a single session Ages: All $60.00 for 3 session card Availability: Saturdays & Sundays $110.00 for 6 session card Time: 2 hour slots between 12:00 - 6:00 pm Fee: $40.00 *This is a flat rate for members and non-members Room: Arts & Crafts alike. A day pass or punchcard is not required. Athens Community Arts, Parks & Recreation 2 www.ci.athens.oh.us

Parks & Shelter Information

Do you have a large outdoor event? Call today to make your reservation at one of our outdoor shelters. Payment is due with your reservation. Cancellations due to weather are NOT permitted. Location Dairy Lane* Richland Avenue East State West State 1 West State 2 Highland Park Fee Electricity Lights Tables Restrooms Grills $30 Yes Yes 10 Yes 2 $20 No No 5 Yes 1 $20 Yes Yes 6 Yes 2 $30 Yes Yes 8 Yes 1 $30 Yes Yes 8 Yes 1 $20 No No 4 Yes 1

Shelter House Rentals

Cancellations Cancellations on all facilities must be made (2) weeks prior to the event rental date. Cancellations not made in time will result in the loss of fees or security deposit. Refunds may take (10) business days to be processed.

*There is an additional, refundable deposit for recreation equipment.

Sells Park
If you enjoy nature and dont want to travel far, Sells Park is an ideal location. A small nature area, Sells has a small pond and several short hiking trails. It also connects with the Strouds Run State Park trail system, if you want to make a full day of hiking. Enjoy beautiful scenery on the ridge line overlooking East State Street. Sells Park is located at the end of Avon Street, just off of East State Street across from the Athens Community Center.

Athens Skate Park

Our 18,000 square foot award winning concrete park includes incredible opportunities for both Vert and Street skaters. It consists of a one of a kind 16 full pipe with an enclosed capsule, various bowls that go from depths of 5 - 11 ft., steps, ledges, pyramids, and various rails. Skateboarders, in-line skaters, & BMX riders are all invited to experience one of the most exciting and unique skate parks in the state of Ohio.

When using one of our dog parks please remember to close all gates, clean up after messes, & be courteous to other dog owners by using a leash when not within the confines of the fence and keeping your dog under control. West State Street Dog Park: This park is located behind the softball fields and main concession stand on West State Street. East State Street Dog Park: This park is located just off of East State Street at the intersection of Park Drive and East State Street, just before the Athens City Pool.
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Dog Parks

Spring Sports
Youth Athletic Fees Waived For Low Income Children
The Athens Parks & Recreation Department offers free athletic programs for any child who receives benefits through Athens County Job & Family Services. When registering for youth athletic programs, families can indicate on the registration form that they are currently receiving benefits through Athens County Job & Family Services to have the registration fees waived.

Spring Youth Soccer

A coed league to accommodate youth from kindergarten to 5th grade. This league has a recreational focus that promotes physical activity, social skills, and sport development. Registration: Fee: Ages: Season: Coachs Meeting: Game Location: Game Days: Game Times: Ongoing until March 30 $32.00 per child K - 6th grade April 14 - May 15 April 2, 6:00pm @ Athens Community Center Athens Soccer Complex Monday - Thursday 5:15pm, 6:15pm

Youth T-Ball
Registration: April 28 - June 1 Fee: $32 per child Ages: 5 & 6 Years Old Season: June 18 - July 23 Coachs Meeting: June 9, 6pm @ Athens Community Center Game Location: West State St. Park (Three Rivers & Riverfront) Game Days: Mondays & Wednesdays Game Times: 5:30pm, 6:30pm *Must have a minimum of 33 registered for league to play*

Youth Baseball (coach pitch)

Registration: April 28 - June 1 Fee: $32 per child Ages: 7 - 9 Years Old Season: June 19 - July 24 Coachs Meeting: June 9, 6pm @ Athens Community Center Game Location: West State St. Park (Three Rivers & Riverfront) Game Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays Game Times: 5:30pm, 6:30pm *Must have a minimum of 33 registered for league to play*

Adult Co-Rec Softball

Registration Begins: May 5 @ 8:00am Coachs Meeting: June 3, 6:00pm @ 16 Team Maximum Athens Community Center Fee: $300 per team Season Starts: June 10 (USSSA sanction fee included) (no games July 4th week) Game Location: West State St. Park Game Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays Game Times: 6pm, 7pm, 8pm, & 9pm Regular Season: Round Robin Tournament: Single Eliminiation 1 umpire/1 scorekeeper 2 umpires/1 scorekeeper Athens Community Arts, Parks & Recreation 4 www.ci.athens.oh.us

2014 Youth Summer Day Camp

The Athens Community Center will be offering the Youth Summer Day Camp Program again this year! This program will be different in comparison to previous years. The Athens Community Center has worked hard to increase the quality and enrichment of the Youth Summer Day Camp Program this year. Summer camp staff will be highly qualified, activities and camp themes will be enriching, and the goal is for our summer camp kids to learn and have FUN! This year we will offer eight one week camps throughout the summer. Each week will have a different theme. Camp activities field trips, and outside learning partnerships will be planned based on the weekly themes. Field trip days may be extended days based on travel.

Youth Summer Day Camp Registration Information

Youth Summer Day Camp Open Registration begins March 3. Registration Fee and Camp Fee are due the Friday prior to the start of the camp in which your student is enrolled. If the Fee is not paid by the end of camp on Monday of the camp they are enrolled in, they will be promptly withdrawn from the camp. Fees for the Youth Summer Day camp are as follows:

Youth Summer Day Camp Dates

Week 1: June 2 - 6 Week 2: June 9 - 13 Week 3: June 16 - 20 Week 4: June 23 - 27 No Camp Week of July 4 Week 5: July 7 - 11 Week 6 July 14 - 18 Week 7 July 21 - 25 Week 8 July 28 - August 1

Before and After Camp Care Does your child need care before and after camp? This Enrollment Cost Per Week : $75.00 program will be offered for children enrolled in our Registration Fee Per Week: $50.00 summer day camp! Total Weekly Camp Cost: $125.00 Morning Hours: 7:30am - 8:30am Evening Hours: 3:30pm - 5:30pm Youth Day Camp Enrollment Structure Fee: Punch Card - $25.00 Enrollment for the Youth Summer Day Camp Program Punch Cards hold 10 punches. Each visit in before or is based on Ohio Deparment of Job and Family after care is one punch services ratios. The ratio for our summer camp Weekly Youth Summer Day Camp Themes program is 1:18 for 4 groups. We hire staff and set our enrollment number based on this licensing ratio. Week 1 Summer Camp (What is summer camp, Week 2 The Youth Summer Day Camp will accept students based on the following student enrollment structure. Week 3 The day camp program will accept enrollment on a first come first serve bases. Once enrollment spots are full, there will be a waiting list created. If students withdraw from the program are unable to attend the Week 4 waiting list will be accessed to fill enrollment openings. Week 5 Youth Summer Day Camp Daily Schedule Week 6 8:30 am Camp Program Begins Week 7 (Planned Camp Programing/Travel 3:00pm Clean up begins 3:30 pm Camp program ends promptly at Week 8 3:30pm Total Weekly Child Enrollment: 74 Athens Community Arts, Parks & Recreation crafts, friends, swimming Camperdy) Move it Move it (Physical Education) (Ohio University) (Fun Fitness) (Jump rope for heart) R.E.S.P.E.C.T. (How we treat our friends, family, teachers, and community) (Athens Peace and Justice) (Group #4 Volunteer Week) Nature Adventure (Wayne National Forest, ODNR) Summer Readers /Slimy Sticky Squishy (Athens Library Partnership) World of Animals Wonderful Water (Nelsonville Pool) (Wayne National Forest) (ODNR Erosion) Golf Pros/Movie Stars and Films/TECH engineering 740-592-3325

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If there are any questions or concerns regarding the Athens Community Center Child Programs, please contact the Program Specialist Boone Troyer for more information at 740-592-3325 or btroyer@ci.athens. oh.us

Young Children Classes

Busy Bee Adventures
Were going on an adventure! Come join us as we explore the world around us and engage our imaginations. Each Tuesday in Busy Bee Adventures there will be fun themes with unique and creative activities and games to follow along with the theme. The creative activities include art projects, sensory play, manipulative play, playing in the gym and more! Come prepared to learn, move around and maybe even get a little messy! Parents are required to stay and are encouraged to participate with their child. Child Watch will be available for younger siblings during class. Instructor: Ages: Dates: Days: Time: Fee: Location: Enrollment: Miss Emily 2-5 April 1 - May 20 Tuesdays 10:00am 11:00am Member: $35.00 Non Member: $42.00 Per Class: $4.50 Community Center Day Care Minimum 4 Maximum 12

Child Watch
Do you need someone to watch your child while you are at the Community Center? Parents who are taking a class, working out, attending a meeting, or studying in the lobby can drop their child off in our Child Watch Program. Our Child Watch Room provides your child with the opportunity to do activities, play outside, and more! Our caring day care staff will watch your child ages 6 months to 8 years old. Reservations are highly recommended to ensure a space for your child. Parents are required to remain in the Community Center building. For more information and to make a reservation, please call or stop by the Child Watch Room to speak with our Day Care Staff. (Parents must purchase a punch card to attend the program. Individual day(s)/hour are not sold.) Morning Hours: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Mon. - Fri. Fee: Parents must purchase one of the following Punch Cards: $15.00 for 5 hours $30.00 for 10 hours $45.00 for 15 hours Ages: 6 months to 8 years old Athens Community Arts, Parks & Recreation

Wee Wigglers

Get ready to wiggle twice a week in Wee Wigglers class! Wee Wigglers is a class designed to give your child a chance to be active and play with you and other children. Children will have an opportunity to play on large foam blocks, crawl through pop-up tunnels, jump around in the bounce house, ride the trikes, and make creative art projects and more! This class is a great chance to get your child socially engaged with other children and a great time for parents to socialize too! Child Watch will be available for younger siblings. We have added another class section of Wee Wigglers for the Spring! Ages: 18 months 4 years Dates: April 3 - May 23 Class #1: Thursdays 10:00 11:00 am Class #2: Fridays 1:00pm 2:00 pm Fee: Member: $30.00 Non Member: $37.00 Per Class: $4.00 Location: Gymnasium Enrollment: Minimum 10 Maximum 20 6 www.ci.athens.oh.us

Fitness Classes
All registrations for classes will begin on Monday, March 3. Payment in full is due at the time of registration. If a class is full, you may opt to be put on a waiting list at no charge and called if a spot opens up. Register early for a class to avoid not getting in!

Enjoy creative blocks of choreography to retro music from the 70s, 80s, and those beloved 90s! This intermediate to advanced class is designed to improve cardiovascular conditioning and coordination. The final portion of the class will be dedicated to muscle isolation and abdominal exercises. Equipment to be utilized during class may include the step Boot Camp bench, tubing, body bar, stability ball, and hand weights. Previous step experience is recommended as well as good Join our personal trainer, Alex Noell in a 5 week circuit step technique. Please bring water and a towel for a fun training, calisthenics, and strength class. This course will give you a full body cardio workout, develop tone and defi- workout! nition and provide some great information to help you meet Instructor: Cathy Lee Schneider your fitness goals. If you have not taken a class like this Day: Monday before, this class is a great start! Date: March 31 - May 19 Time: 5:15 - 6:30 pm (75 minutes) Instructor: Alex Noell Fee: Member: $28.00 Day: Tuesday & Thursday Non-member: $36.00 Date: April 1 -May 1 Room: Exercise Studio Time: 6:00 - 7:00 am Fee: Member: $40.00 Retro Step & Tone #2 Non-Member: $45.00 Room: Gym Enjoy creative blocks of choreography to retro music from the 70s, 80s, and those beloved 90s! This intermediate to Advanced Boot Camp advanced class is designed to improve cardiovascular conditioning and coordination. The final portion of the class will This course will continue to enhance youth strength training and cardiovascular endurance. This high inten- be dedicated to muscle isolation and abdominal exercises. to be utilized during class may include the step sity class is best taken after you have completed the initial Equipment bench, tubing, body bar, stability ball, and hand weights. boot camp course. This is a 5 week class. Previous step experience is recommended as well as good step technique. Please bring water and a towel for a fun Instructor: Alex Noell workout! Day: Monday, Wednesday & Friday Instructor: Cathy Lee Schneider Date: March 31 - April 30 (no class May 2) Day: Wednesday Time: 6:00 - 7:00 am Date: April 2 - May 21 Fee: Member: $55.00 Time: 5:15 - 6:30 pm (75 minutes) Non-Member: $65.00 Fee: Member: $28.00 Room: Gym Non-Member: $36.00 Room: Exercise Studio

Retro Step & Tone #1

Zumba This 8-week unique specialty class takes the high energy, This 8-week Zumba dance-fitness class fuses a wonderful Latin inspired moves of the Zumba dance fitness class and enhances them with body sculpting and strengthening tech- blend of high energy Latin and international music with niques into one calorie burning, cardio and strength training easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness proclass. The first half of the class is dedicated to Zumba dance gram with a party atmosphere. The routines also feature interval training sessions where fast and slow rhythms and while the second half concentrates on Zumba toning and resistance training are combined to tone and sculpt your Sentao. Zumba Toning uses light hand weights to enhance body while burning fat. A Zumba class can burn 500 to rhythm, build strength and tone all of the target zones. 1000 calories an hour. Our goal is simple: we want you to Zumba Sentao combines strength and resistance training with dance fitness moves, all centered around a chair while want to work out and to love working out. So, get ready to Join the Party! targeting legs, abs, glutes, and arms. Instructor: Kim Knapp-Browne, Instructor: Kim Knapp-Browne, Licensed Zumba Licensed Zumba Fitness instructor Fitness, Toning, & Sentao instructor Day: Thursday Day: Tuesday Dates: April 3 - May 22 Dates: April 1 - May 20 Time: 5:15-6:25 pm Time: 5:15-6:25 pm Fee: Member: $28.00 Fee: Member: $28.00 Non-Member: $36.00 Non-Member: $36.00 Drop-ins Welcome! Drop-ins Welcome! Room: Exercise Studio * Class Limit: 40 Room: Exercise Studio
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Zumba PLUS Toning & Sentao

Classical Pilates Mat offers a whole-body workout focusing on building core strength, improving posture, lengthening and strengthening muscles, and enhancing mind-body connection. Learn functional fundamentals that will change your body forever and can be applied to your everyday living. You will leave the studio refreshed, energized, and focused. Instructor: James Skalsky Day: Tuesday Dates: April 1 - May 20 Time: 9:00 - 10:00 am Fee: Member: $44.00 Non-Member: $52.00 Room: Exercise Studio

Pilates Mat Class

Fitness Classes/Martial Arts Classes

Pilates is an amazing whole-body workout that will change the way you move and boost your self confidence. Feel strong as you move beyond the beginner series and deepen your core strength in 360 degrees. Every exercise treats the body as a unified system, increasing your concentration and well being. There is nothing that compares to the invigorated feeling Pilates will create in your life. Instructor: Karena Kilcoin Day: Thursday Dates: April 3 - May 22 Time: 9:00 - 10:00 am Fee: Member: $44.00 Non-Member: $52.00 Room: Exercise Studio

Pilates Mat

This class seeks to balance the practitioners mind and body through deepening body awareness in yoga poses and deepening mental focus through mindfulness in breath practices and meditation. This class is suitable for people with previous experience in basic poses and alignment. Instructor: Barbara Rostad Day: Wednesday Dates: April 2 - May 21 Time: 8:30 - 10:00 am Fee: Member: $56.00 Non-Member: $64.00 Room: Exercise Studio

Hatha Yoga Intermediate Level

For Mid-life and older beginners, this class offers an ideal low impact, invigorating way to keep the body supple, and the mind relaxed and focused. Instructor: Linda Cochran & Rebecca Wood Day: Tuesday Dates: April 1 - May 20 Time: 2:00 - 3:00 pm Fee: Member: $40.00 Non-Member: $48.00 Room: Exercise Studio Class Limit: 25 people

Intro to Yoga for People Over 50

This 8-week course will help you reduce stress and stiffness, improve your mood and gain stamina. Enjoy the benefits of the worlds oldest mind-body fitness system. Basic knowledge of Yoga poses helpful. Instructors: Linda Cochran Day: Wednesday Dates: April 2 - May 21 Time: 5:30 pm - 7:00pm Fee: Member: $56.00 Non-Member: $64.00 Location: Multipurpose Room A

Wednesday Evening Yoga

This 8-week class is an introduction to Olympic sport fencing. Fencing is best described as a game of physical chess. It is equally aerobic and cerebral. Beginner students will learn the basics of foil fencing, including proper footwork, defense, attacks, refereeing, and armory. Most class work will focus on foil fencing. More advanced students may work on Sabre. All equipment will be provided* Instructor: Ryan Lucas Day: Sundays Dates: April 6 - May 25 Time: 3:00 - 4:00 pm Fee: Member: $40.00 Non-Member: $48.00 Room: Exercise Studio Extra Fee*: $15 equipment fee paid to the instructor in class

Fencing

This is a fun & exciting 8-week introductory course for children who would like to explore the martial arts. NO prior experience is necessary to enroll in this course. Instructor: Don Smith Ages: 5 to 12 Day: Saturday Dates: April 5 - May 24 Time: 1:00 2:00 pm Fee: Member: $28.00 Non-Member: $36.00 Room: Exercise Studio

Beginning Tae Kwon Do

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Martial Arts Classes

This challenging 8-week course is for children who have successfully completed the intermediate course. Instructor: Don Smith Ages: 5 to 12 Days: Wednesday & Saturday Date: April 2 - May 24 Time: Wed. 7:00 8:00 pm Sat. 3:30 4:30 pm Fee: Member: $48.00 Non-Member: $56.00 Room: Exercise Studio

Advanced Tae Kwon Do

This high energy, 8-week martial arts course is for children who have successfully completed the beginning course. You must have completed two quarters of Tae Kwon Do or be a yellow belt. Instructor: Don Smith Ages: 5 to 12 Days: Monday & Saturday Dates: March 31 - May 24 Times: Mon. 7:00 - 8:00 pm Sat. 2:00 - 3:00 pm Fee: Member: $48.00 Non-Member: $56.00 Room: Exercise Studio This 8-week course is for adults and teens ages 13 & up with all skill levels and any level of experience welcome. Instructor: Don Smith Days: Monday & Wednesday Date: March 31 - May 24 Time: 8:00 9:00 pm Fee: Member: $48.00 Non-Member: $56.00 Room: Exercise Studio

Intermediate Tae Kwon Do

This 8-week course will teach you the traditional 108 movements Yang Style as taught by Yang Ching Fu. This meditative exercise promotes relaxation, leg strength, and balance. This class is suitable for all skill levels. Instructors: Warren Taylor, Victoria Taylor, Mamerto Tindongan Day: Saturday Date: April 5 - May 24 Time: 8:15 - 10:00 am Fee: Member: $28.00 Non-Member: $36.00 Room: Exercise Studio

Tai-Chi

Adult/Teen Tae Kwon Do

Older students (parents included!) are welcome in this This 8-week beginning class for children will emphaclass. Students will learn and practice basic techniques of size learning the history and techniques of Shotokan Shotokan (sometimes called traditional) Karate. Karate Karate. is a martial art, thus emphasis is on personal development, selfdiscipline and selfdefense. Mind and body get a good Ages: 4 to 7 workout! Day: Saturday Instructor: Wendy McVicker Date: April 5 - May 24 Ages: 6 to 12, older students welcome too! Days: Tuesday & Thursday Time: 10:15 am - 11:00am Dates: April 1 - May 22 Fee: Member: $28.00 (No Class May 6, Election Day) Non-Member: $32.00 Time: 5:15 6:15pm Fee: Member $48.00 Non-Member: $56.00 Room: Multipurpose Room A Tiny Tykes Tae Kwon Do This class is for teen and adult beginners, and intermediate and advanced students of all ages, including children (with instructors permission). Students will learn and practice karate techniques, including kata and sparring. Instructor: Day: Date: Time: Fee: Room: Howard Beebe Tuesday & Thursday April 1 - May 22 6:30 7:30 pm (all students) 7:30 8:00pm (advanced only) Member: $48.00 Non-Member: $56.00 Exercise Studio

Beginning Karate

Kiddie Karate

Adult Karate

This martial arts class will be for energetic pre-school age students. Students will receive an introduction to tae kwon do techniques. A focus will be placed on stretching, basic strikes and blocks, discipline, and stranger danger tips. The class will be limited to ten children. Parents of shy students are welcome to join their child in participating in the class. Instructor: Age: Class Limit: Day: Date: Time: Room: Rusty Rittenhouse 4 years old 10 students max Saturday April 5 - May 24 12:30 - 1:00 pm Exercise Studio Fee: $20

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Have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement, and activity for daily living skills. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a ball are offered for resistance, and a chair is used for seated and/or standing support. Day: Mondays & Fridays SilverSneakers Time: 8:30 am - 9:30 am If you are retired and 65 or older and are a part of qualifyInstructor: Trace Buckley ing medicare supplement plans, you may be eligible for the Location: Exercise Studio SilverSneakers fitness program.

SilverSneakers Classic Class

SilverSneakers Classes

YogaStretch will move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of postures designed to increase flexibility, balance, and range of movement. Restorative breathing exercises and final relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity. Day: Mondays Time: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Instructor Linda Cochran Location: Exercise Studio

SilverSneakers Yoga

Get up and go with an aerobics class that is safe, hearthealthy, and gentle on the joints. CardioFit includes easy-tofollow low-impact aerobic movement, upper-body strength work, abdominal conditioning, stretching, and relaxation exercises. Day: Wednesdays & Fridays Time: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Instructor: Cathy Lee Schneider Location: Exercise Studio

SilverSneakers Cardio

Each day there are activities and craft opportunities to enjoy A noon meal will be available for individuals 60 years and explore. Check the Athens Sunday Messenger for a of age and older. Reservations are required. Please call schedule or stop by the Senior Center for the latest informa1-800-385-6813. tion. United Seniors and OBleness SeniorBEAT bring you Arthritis Exercise at its best with trained instructors.

United Seniors of Athens County Programs Serving Adults 60 Years of Age & Older Monday - Friday 8 am - 4 pm 1-800-686-1117 or 740-594-3535 Crafts & Activities Senior Nutrition
Day: Time: Room: Monday - Friday 11:30 am Multipurpose Room C

Arthritis Exercise Group

Tuesday 12:30 - 1:30 pm Exercise Studio

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Day: Tuesday Time: 1:00 - 4:00 pm Day: Monday - Friday Time: 9:00 - 11:30 am Location for Both: Senior Center

Bridge

Looking for a fun way to exercise? Line dancing just might be the program for you. No partner required and its a great way to meet new friends. Both beginning and advanced classes are available.

Line Dancing

Euchre

Keep track of your number with the help of the Appalachian Community Visiting Nurses. Day: Wednesday Time: 12:00 - 1:00 pm World Walkers Room: Conference Room Come help director Mike Turner walk around the world. We

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Monday - Friday 10:15 - 11:45 am Exercise Studio

Blood Pressure Clinic

use the indoor track to add miles in a group effort. There Chair Volleyball will be surprises as we travel and we will have a party when Please remain seated for a great source of exercise and our goal is reached. Must sign up at the Senior Center office located inside the Athens Community Center. A badge must fun. A good laugh for all, chair volleyball provides a great upper body workout. be worn at all times to show you are in the program.

Day: Monday - Friday Time: 8:00 - 10:00 am 1:00 - 2:00 pm Athens Community Arts, Parks & Recreation

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Wednesday & Fridays 12:30 - 1:30 pm Arts & Crafts Room

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Important Dates
March 7............6:00-8:00 pm.........Art Opening & Art Salon - Todd Morrow March 8.....................12:00 pm.......Front & Center March 13-15....................................Les Joueurs Noirs Present The Colored Museum by George C. Wolfe March 21 & 22..........8:00 pm........Lost Flamingo Company Presents Misery March 28...................7:00 pm.........OU African Studies Program Presents Sizwe Bansi is Dead April 11.....................7:30 pm.........Athens Jazz Festival Collective with Special Guest Carl Allen April 11-13.......................................Cats Pajamas Clothing Exchange April 12.....................12:00 pm.......Front & Center April 18...............6:00-8:00 pm.. ...Art Opening & Art Salon - Pop Culture April 26............................................Ratha Con (Comic Convention @ Athens Community Center) May 2..................6:00-8:00 pm......Art Opening & Art Salon - Adam Lindner May 4..........................7:00 pm.......SATB Community Choir Concert May 10.......................12:00 pm......Front & Center May 14.............................................A.P.E. Center Arts After School Final Performance & Open House May 17.......................7:30 pm........Calliope Feminist Choir Concert May 18.......................4:30 pm........Calliope Feminist Choir Concert
A free music event for school age kids every second Saturday The Colored Museum by George C. Wolfe of each month (September-May) from Noon - 1:00 pm. Les Joueurs Noirs is an independent group of Ohio Second half of event is always an open stage for any kids, University student artists who look to explore the human solo or group, to share instrumental or vocal music if you experience through theatrical performance. The Colored choose. Or just listen and enjoy. Museum by George C. Wolfe, is a hilarious and discomforting look at African American identity throughout history. Athens Jazz Festival Collective Thursday, March 13 6:00 pm Join the Athens Jazz Festival Collective April 11 at 7:30 pm, Friday, March 14 7:00 pm with Special Guest Carl Allen for the opening event for the Saturday, March 15 2:00 pm & 7:00 pm 2014 Athens Jazz Festival. Performers include: Carl Allen: Drums Ben Huntoon: Trumpet Curtis Johnson: Saxophone Sean Parson: Piano Matt James: Saxophone Terry Douds: Bass John Horne: Guitar SATB is a group of people who love to sing, but wanted to do more for the community than just present concerts. For each concert they partner with a non-profit organization from the Athens area committed to making our community and the world a better place, then share a portion of the donations with that organization. They sing dynamic choral music from around the world that celebrates diversity and humanity. In partnership with ARTS/West, SATB welcomes all voice parts and ages (high school and above). Choral experience is not necessary, but helpful. They meet every Tuesday from 5:00 to 6:15 pm at ARTS/West. Please contact ARTS/West or metra.peterson@meigslocal.org if interested in participating.

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Les Joueurs Noirs Presents

Cats Pajamas Clothing Exchange

The 6th annual Cats Pajamas Clothing Exchange is a benefit for ARTS/West. For the clothing exchange you can drop off clothes early for a Golden Ticket which allows unlimited exchanges during the event, item for item, with extra items costing $1 each. Fri. April 11, 6-9 pm: First Day Extravaganza with Avalance Pizza, $10 Admission Sat. April 12, 12-5 pm: $5 Admission Sun. April 13, 12-5 pm: $5 Admission Pay only once for admission to all days. Early dropoff starts March 3 and ends April 10. For more information contact Emily Beveridge: beveridge.emily@gmail.com

SATB Community Choir

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The Appalachian Progressive Education (A.P.E.) Center Arts After School program follows the Athens City Schools calender. Bus transportation will be arranged for students to travel to ARTS/West for the program. The cost of the enrichment program is $160 a month for Monday - Friday from 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm. Interested? Check out A.P.E. Centers website at www. apecenter.org or call 740-707-1975. The children of the A.P.E. Centers Arts After School Program are putting on two unique plays and holding their open house and art exhibit on May 14, 2014. The first play was created by the younger group, ages 5-7 and the second play by kids ages 8-12. It starts at 5:30 pm, doors open by 5:15 pm. Tickets are free, just show up and enjoy free pizza, snacks, and kids art and imagination galore. Keep watching for our Spring Break camp and/or activities for you children at www. apecenter.org

A.P.E. Center Arts After School

Ratha Con 2014 April 26 @ Athens Community Center

The 3rd annual Athens own Pop Culture Convention at the Athens Community Center. Ratha Con will feature comic book artists, sellers of comics and other pop culture items, kids activity area, model building, gaming, costume contest, panel discussions, workshops, and so much more! We hope to have all the pop culture bases covered with a little of everything for the geek in you. Admission is $5 for 11 and up. Anyone under 11 is FREE. Go to rathacon.blogspot.com or like our page on facebook for more information.

SATB Spring Concert

Join SATB A Different Kind of Choir and celebrate life with songs about life, death and everything in between. Concert starts at 7pm on Sunday, May 4th, $15 family and $10 individual. Proceeds will benefit The Timothy House and ARTS/West. At the opening reception for each new exhibit in the gallery space, ARTS/West will host an Art Salon. The salons will be for any artist, musician, performer, poet, etc. who wants to show/perform their new work and discuss it in a casual setting. FREE - refreshments served. Each Salon is from 6:00-8:00 pm. Please contact ARTS/West, ask for Kelly, if you want to take part in the salons. 740-592-4315. Dates: Mar. 7 - Featured Artist Todd Morrow from Resolve Studios of Marietta, OH Apr. 18 - Pop Culture Exhibit May 2 - Adam Lindner

June 9 - 27.............Ohio Valley Summer Theater Camp July 7 - 11..............A.P.E. Language Center Spanish Full-immersion Camp July 14 - 18............A.P.E. Center Theater Summer Camp July 21 - 27............Athens Rock Camp for Girls July 28 - Aug 1......A.P.E. Language Center French Full-immersion Camp

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ARTS/West Activities & Classes

Come celebrate May Day and welcome in Spring with creating your own wool flower fairy. We will use natural fibers, full of color from Mother Earth. Adults and Children 9 and up welcome. Date & Time: Thursday, May 1, 6:30-8:00pm Contact: Missy Whaley at 740-517-8051 or email missymoo4peace@yahoo.com Fee: $10 for the class with a $5 material fee Class: Limit 10 people per class, with a minimum of 3 needed

Spring Workshop - Flower Fairies

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This class is for people who have had some experience in drawing and want to hone their skills. Its foundation is the basics introduced in Drawing Basics -line negative space, perspective, and proportion. This class will include different grades of drawing pencils, shading, format, contrast, composition, etc. We will draw from still lifes, found objects, each other, our immediate environment, the masters, and outdoors, when the weather and light permit. Day: Mondays Dates: April 7 - May 26 Time: 5:30 - 7:30 pm Cost: $160 Enrollment: Adult (16+), Minimum 5 - Maximum 10 Contact: Roberta Donnenwirth, 740-662-3016 innerg@hotmail.com 12 www.ci.athens.oh.us

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Music Together in Athens
Music Together in Athens is a community of families sharing songs, instrument play, rhythm chants, and movement and dance activities in a relaxed, playful, non-performance oriented setting. The Music Together mixed age classes, held at ARTS/West in Athens, Ohio are for children ages birth through 5 years and their parents and/or caregivers. When: Saturdays Time: 11:00 - 12:00 pm For more information please contact Laura Nadeau at 740-707-9736 or email nadeau68@gmail.com.

Explore Africas mystical rhythms! Students work on West African poly rhythmic structure, hand technique, group cooperation and performance styles. We study traditional Djembe technique and Djun Djun harmony and mostly use these drums. Some drums are provided but please bring your own if you have a djembe. When: Sundays, 1:00-3:00pm, $12/class For inquiries, contact Lawrence Greene: 740-444-1407 or email ugataseeds@gmail.com. Come and practice your life drawing skills in a noninstructional, informal environment. Models provided. Day: Tuesdays Time: 7:00 - 9:00 pm For inquiries, contact Hollie Krause: 740-818-6222 This 8-week class is for raw beginners ages 12-Adult. Starting from scratch, students will learn 6 simple old-time fiddle tunes by ear, and develop the skills and confidence needed to learn tunes on their own. Participant must have their own fiddle. When: Saturdays, 10:00 - 11:00 am Date: April 5 - May 24 Fee: $135; includes practice CD + Handouts Instructor: Bill Mullins, 2nd place winner 2012 Ohio State Fiddling Contest To sign up, or for more info call (740)-797-8637 or email stringtimeworkshops@gmail.com

West African Drum Class

Life Drawing

Vocal Coaching
Ellee Prince is now accepting students for individual vocal coaching. Each one-hour lesson will include training, proper warm-up technique, identifying and strengthening the natural tone, and exploring stylization- all through the students preferred song choices. Casual, easy-to-learn environment. Voice profiles half-hour informational sessions are also offered, with no commitment to weekly lessons. Group classes of 5 or more students are scheduled throughout the year. For inquiries and registration call Ellee Prince at 757620-9219 or email at elleeprince@gmail.com

Old Time Fiddling for Beginners Level 1 (Starting from screech!)

Belly Dancing
Open your heart, body, and mind to unaccustomed rhythms and movement while empowering yourself to appreciate your body through a dance that celebrates the womanly form, no matter what size or shape. When: Thursdays Time: 7:00 - 8:00 pm For inquiries and registration call Ellie Olin at 740-5901896 or email at ellieolin@gmail.com

This 8-week class is for beginners ages 12-Adult, who can play several tunes and want to build their old-time repertoire. Students will learn new tunes by ear at a comfortable pace and will be exposed to different techniques and regional styles. Participant must have their own fiddle. When: Saturdays, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Mission Date: April 5 - May 24 The mission of ARTS/West is to make facilities, reFee: $135; includes practice CD + Handouts sources, and opportunities available to arts organizaInstructor: Bill Mullins, 2nd place winner 2012 tions, individual artists, and community residents. Ohio State Fiddling Contest ARTS/West harnesses community focus for all inTo sign up, or for more info call (740)-797-8637 or email dividuals engaged in the creation, performance and exhibition of the arts and promotes activities preserving stringtimeworkshops@gmail.com the beauty, heritage and culture of our town. The Ohio Booking ARTS/West! We have: 160 Seat PerforArts Council helped fund this organization with state tax Consider mance Space, Craft Room, 2 Class/Rehearsal Spaces, Lobby dollars to encourage economic growth, educational excel- with Kitchenette, and Parking Lot. Please contact ARTS/ lence and cultural enrichment for all Ohioans. West at 740-592-4315 for current rates and amenities!

Old Time Fiddling for Beginners Level 2 (Old-Time Repertoire)

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Stretching for Comfort & Health
Its not Yoga, not Tai Chi, but instead it is a class that will offer students an opportunity to integrate stretching, simple motion and relaxation with the intention of supporting balance in the body, mind and spirit relationship. This class is great for the changing/aging body for ages 40 and up. When: Thursdays @ 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Dates: March 6 - May 8 Fee: $5-$10 sliding scale per class $75 for all 10 classes Instructor: Missy Whaley For inquiries and registration call Missy Whaley at 740-517-8051 or email at missymoo4peace@yahoo.com

Tea for Two

Mothers youre invited for tea, good company and art. From 11:00 am - 12:00 pm every first Monday of the month, tea will be provided in the lower level of ARTS/ West for new or expecting mothers. Bring a snack if youd like as we sip on local and organic herbs. The upstairs level showcases new artists every month and the current exhibit will be open for our viewing! Questions, please contact Laura Post @ theholisticmama@ gmail.com or 740-594-YOGA

Prenatal /Postnatal Yoga

Prenatal Yoga helps mothers gain a deeper awareness of their bodies while helping to alleviate some discomforts pregnancy can bring. In class we will strengthen the lower back, pelvic floor and many other key muscles important for the journey into Motherhood. Yoga promotes circulation, better nights sleep and overall better health. This class offers a safe environment for you to share and hear about mamas journey while tapping into your innate wisdom about birth and life. Class Meets Wednesdays from 5:30-6:30 pm. Inquiries, dates, and registration call Laura Post; 740-594-YOGA, theholisticmama@gmail.com

Bando Yoga & Workout for Women & Girls

Bando is a 2,500 year old Burmese system of martial arts, yoga, energy, and healing systems. Class begins Ages: 4 weeks to crawling with gentle and meditative long stick yoga stretching You have already bonded with your child as he or she called Dhanda Yoga. Following is a cardio workout that grew inside you for nine months. Now that you can incorporates self-defense and kick boxing movements hold your baby, you can share the beauty and health without contact. Strengthening exercises and a yoga benefits of yoga with him or her. In class we stretch cool down are followed by the practice of mudras to with the babies, smile, laugh, and even sing with them. end class. This unique yoga class will leave both mama and baby All girls and women are welcome regardless of yoga peaceful and happy. or martial arts experience. Students work at their own Class meets Mondays 10:15-11:00 am pace in a fun and supportive space. Cheryl Cesta was Inquiries, dates, and registration call Laura Post; promoted to third level black belt in Burmese Bando by 740-594-YOGA, theholisticmama@gmail.com Grand Master Dr. U Maung Gyi. Community Yoga When: Tuesdays and Thursdays Time: 5:30 to 6:30 ARTS/West Community Yoga. Ignite your spark and Cost: $5.00 per class or $30.00 per month let your practice connect you with your inner light. Bring a yoga mat or blanket and wear Every class starts with poses to warm the muscles, athletic shoes & comfortable clothing. joints, and ligaments. A moderate flow of standing and All women and girls welcome! seated poses will follow, freeing the body of tension and strengthening the core. Practice ends with restorative For inquiries and registration call Cheryl; 740-594-7452 poses to calm the mind. Become a member of ARTS/West! Membership entitles Classes are the first Sunday of the month, 4:00-5:00 you to FREE admission to ARTS/West Presents events, pm and free for A/W members or donation based for priority enrollment to classes and workshops, invitations non-members. Contact ARTS/West or Laura Post at to member only events and more. Please call 740-592-4315 theholisticmama@gmail.com for more info. for more information.

Mama and Baby Yoga

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Important Dates
Spring Class Registration Begins.................................March 3 Art Opening & Art Salon ARTS/West........................March 7 Front & Center @ ARTS/West.....................................March 8 The Colored Museum @ ARTS/West.........................March 13-15 Misery @ ARTS/West...................................................March 21 & 22 Sizwe Bansi is Dead @ ARTS/West.............................March 28 Spring Soccer Registration Ends .................................March 30 Athens Jazz Festival Collective @ ARTS/West...........April 11 Cats Pajamas Clothing Exchange @ ARTS/West......April 11-13 Front & Center @ ARTS/West.....................................April 12 Art Opening & Art Salon @ ARTS/West...................April 18 Ratha Con @ Athens Community Center..................April 26 Youth Baseball & T-Ball Registration.........................April 28 - June 1 Art Opening & Art Salon @ ARTS/West....................May 2 SATB Concert @ ARTS/West.......................................May 4 Adult Co-Rec Softball Registration Begins.................May 5 Front & Center @ ARTS/West......................................May 10 A.P.E. Center Open House @ ARTS/West..................May 14 Calliope Feminist Choir Concert @ ARTS/West.......May 17 & 18 Summer Brochure Comes Out.....................................May 10

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