Hall County Parks and Leisure

March - April 2013

River Forks Opened March 1
River Forks Park is a camper's delight on beautiful Lake Lanier! Outdoor lovers enjoy the 40,000 square foot beach, 63 campsites with electric and water hook-ups, a sewer pump-out station, area for group camping and more. This park is a must see for campers of all ages. Reservations may be made up to 30 days in advance.
Rates :
RV Site: $30 ($20 seniors 55+)
Tent Site: $20
Small Pavilion: $50 in county, $75 out of county
Large Pavilion: $100 in county, $125 out of county
Multi-Purpose Bldg: $100 1/2 day, $200 full day
 
River Forks Park is located at 3500 Keith Bridge Road off Highway 369 in Gainesville.
  
For more information on reserving and pricing, contact Park Manager Jenny Holland at (770) 531-3952 or jholland@hallcounty.org.
 
New Opportunities! 
  
Mulberry Creek Community Center (770-965-7140)  
Brunch with The Bunny
Date: Saturday, March 23
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $3 per child (50 tickets available)
         $6 per adult
         Children under 6 months FREE
  
Parents/Grandparents: Bring your children ages 10 and under to this festive event. Each child will have a photo taken with the Bunny, make an individual craft, and receive a gift from the Bunny. 
  
Subject to cancellation if minimum number of registrations is not met. Minimum number is 10 families. For more information please call 770-965-7140.
  
  
North GA Elite Spring Break Basketball Camp
Dates: April 1 - April 5
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Grades: K - 5 (boys and girls)
Cost: Please visit www.northgaelite.com for details and to register.
 
Minimum and maximum registration numbers apply for this camp. Participants are encouraged to register early.
  
East Hall Community Center (678-450-1540)  
Georgia Mountain Krav Maga
Tuesdays & Thursdays from 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Saturdays 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Registration deadline is March 25
Please call 678-450-1540 or visit GeorgiaMountainKravMaga.com for pricing.  
  
Rape Prevention Course
Date: Saturday, March 16
Time: 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Cost: $25 per adult
  
Learn how to defend yourself against armed and unarmed attackers using real world defense techniques.
Call 678-450-1540 or visit GeorgiaMountainKravMaga.com for pricing and registration.
 
Easter Egg Hunt and Carnival
Date: Saturday, March 30
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Cost: $5 per car to participate in the Easter egg hunt, prices for carnival games vary. For more information please call
678-450-1540.
Dance Classes 
Mulberry Creek Community Center (770-965-7140)
SPACES STILL AVAILABLE!!!
PreBallet for 2-3 year olds
Date: Tuesdays, February 26 - May 14
(No class on April 2)
Time: 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
Cost: $130 for 11 classes

  

Tap-Ballet for 4-6 year olds
Date: Mondays, February 25 - May 13
(No class on April 1)
Time: 5:30 - 6:15 p.m.
Cost: $130 for 11 classes

  

Hip Hop for 7-12 year olds 
Date: Mondays, February 25 - May 13
(No class on April 1) 
Time: 6:30 - 7:15 p.m.
Cost: $130 for 11 classes

  

East Hall Community Center (678-450-1540)
Tap-Ballet for 3-5 year olds
Date: Tuesdays, February 26 - May 14
(No class on April 2)
Time: 6 - 6:45 p.m.
Cost: $130 for 11 classes

  

Dance classes are taught by Creative Movement and Dance. Register online at www.creativemovementanddance.com or call 706-684-0155.

 

 
Exercise Classes 
Mulberry Creek Community Center (770-965-7140)
Zumba
Date: Ongoing monthly class
Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Time: 4:20 - 5:20 p.m.
Ages: 16 years old and up
Cost: $20/4 classes or $40/8 classes
         $6/walk-ins
Instructor: Melissa Grove
  
North Hall Community Center (770-535-8280)
Zumba 
Days: Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
          Thursdays, 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
          Thursdays, 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Ages: 16 years old and up
Cost: $5.00 per class

Special Interest Classes
 
Field of Dreams Spring Baseball/Kickball Season
Dates: Tuesdays, March 26 - May 7
(will not meet on April 2)
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Cost: $5 per player
Location: Field of Dreams at Alberta Banks Park
Call 770-965-7140 for more information.

East Hall Community Center (678-450-1540)
Rock Solid Karate
Days: Mondays and Thursdays
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
Cost: Please call for pricing 678-450-1540 
 
Baton Lessons 
For: Ages 4 and up
Day: Tuesdays
Time: 6:00 - 6:45 p.m.
Cost: $40 for 4 classes

Mulberry Creek Community Center (770-965-7140)
Square Dance Class
Date: Mondays
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Cost: Please call for information
Ages: 12 and up, if accompanied by an adult
Register online at www.lakeshoresquares.com.
For more information, call 404-808-8689, 678-956-0287 or email mcclureac@charter.net.  
  
Karate Class
Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Date: Starts the first Tuesday of each month
Time: 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. (5 year olds and up)  OR
         6:30 - 7:15 p.m. (5 years old and up)
Cost: $45/month
Uniforms may be purchased at class for $40.
Instructor: Matt Pattillo
Call 678-469-6320 or visit www.southernjdk.com to register. May also register at Mulberry if paying by cash or check.

  

Piano and Voice Lessons
Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Date: Starts the first Tuesday and Thursday of each month Time: Flexible 
Ages: 6 and up
Cost: $80 per month
Instructor: Sherry Potters
Call 678-939-7986 for details. 

 

Class minimums must be met five days prior to the start date or class may be subject to cancellation. 
Active Generation Classes and Events
North Hall Community Center (770-535-8280) 
Technology Tutoring
Best Buy of Gainesville will be on site to answer your technology questions. This months topics include Digital Cameras and Tablets.  Bring your lunch, laptop, and questions!
Date: Tuesday, March 19
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Cost: Free (bring a lunch)
Registration: Call 770-535-8280
Class minimum must be met 5 days prior to class start date or class is subject to cancellation.
 
Mulberry Creek Community Center (770-965-7140)  
Active Generation Trip to Titanic Exhibit
Date: Tuesday, March 19 
Time: Departs from Mulberry at 11:00 a.m.
Cost: $22 + lunch
Please call 770-965-7140 for additional information.
 
Healthways SilverSneakers� Fitness Program 

Hall County Parks and Leisure is proud to partner with the nation's leading exercise program designed exclusively for older adults (65+).

 

SilverSneakersMuscular Strength & Range of Movement Class (with Yoga Stretch)

Days: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays

Time: 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. 

         10:00 - 11:00 a.m. 

Cost: FREE to SilverSneakers members

         $3 per class for non-members

SilverSneakers is a registered mark of Healthways, Inc.

Class space is limited, so we recommend arriving early.

 

Cards  

Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $1 per person
 
Tai Chi
Days: Thursdays
Time: 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Cost: $1 per person

Registration Information:
Class minimums must be met five days prior to start date or class may be subject to cancellation. Due to limited space, participants are encouraged to register early. No refunds will be given following the start of a class without a written medical excuse from a licensed physician.

 

For a complete listing of our parks, addresses, and amenities, please visit www.hallcounty.org/parks.
Chicopee Woods  
Ag Center
Show Schedule:
Mar 5-6 Piccadilly Circus*, Shows 4:30 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. each day 
March 16 Lanier Equestrian Association Horse Show
 
Times for shows determined by the event managers. Most shows are free to spectators. Please note that schedules are subject to change.
* Indicates admission fee required.
 
Chicopee Woods Ag Center is located at 1855 Calvary Church Road in Gainesville.
Athletics
Tuesday, March 5 Mandatory Baseball/Softball Coaches Meeting from 6-8:30 p.m. at North Hall Community Center
Thursday, March 14 "Simply the Best" Baseball/Softball Coaches Certification Class at Mulberry Creek Community Center at 6 p.m. Register no later than March 7. This is an on the court clinic, so please wear comfortable shoes.
 
Please call 770-535-8280 for more information.
Allen Creek Soccer Complex
For information about Allen Creek Soccer Complex, please call 770-535-8280.
 
For information about the ongoing Spring 2013 Youth Soccer season please visit www.laniersoccer.org .
 
Bobby Bailey Tennis Center 

Learn from a USPTA Certified Tennis professional and Certified GHSA Coach!  Here are just some of the opportunities available at the Bobby Bailey Tennis Center, located in Alberta Banks Park. Contact 770-530-1304 for a complete listing.

 

New!

USTA Sanctioned Jr. Level 5, "One Day Shoot Out"  tournament on

Saturday, April 13th.

For players ages 16U-12U.

At the Bobby Bailey Tennis Center at Alberta Banks Park Sign up now at USTA.com.

 

USTA Jr. Team Tennis teams for 18U, 14U, 12U and 10U are being formed to play out of the Bobby Bailey Tennis Center/Alberta Banks Park for Spring and ALTA teams for Summer play. Call now for information and to sign up.

 

Middle & High School Academy

Goal oriented training, concentrating on building solid tennis fundamentals. For those looking to play high school tennis and tournament competition.

Saturdays, 1:30 p.m.- 3 p.m. 

Cost:

Option 1: Any 10 classes for $125

Option 2: $18 per class

Must sign up to reserve a spot in class.

 

Adult Classes:

Adult Beginner:

Fundamentals of tennis, basic strokes, stroke production, and rules of tennis.

Saturdays, 10:00-11:00 a.m.

Cost: $15 per class

Must reserve a spot. Minimum of 4 participants.

 

Adult Drills:

Work on stroke production and match play. Intensive drills to improve readiness, shot preparation, and production.

Saturdays, Noon-1:00 p.m.

Cost: $15 per class

Must reserve a spot. Minimum of 4 participants. 

  

Youth Tennis

Weekday, K-5th Grades:

Introduction to the basics of tennis, strokes, stroke preparation, and rules of tennis.

Tuesdays & Thursdays

6:00-7:00 p.m.

Cost: $45 per 4 week session or $15 per class.

 

Saturday, K-5th Grades:

Instruction on the basics of tennis, basic strokes, and preparation.

Saturdays, 11:00 a.m.-noon

Cost: $15 per class or 4 classes for $45.

 

Jr. Tennis League

Teams for juniors 12U-18U

USTA and ALTA

Coaching provided for all teams.  Call Coach Patsy at 770-714-9063 for details.

 

Tots and 10U Tennis

Tots: Focused on hand-eye coordination, making contact, and basic fundamentals of strokes.

 

10U: Structured, supervised play, and lots of fun!  The QuickStart play format uses lower compression balls that bounce lower, don't move as fast, and are easier to hit.

 

Classes being formed.

 

For more information, please call 770-530-1304, email walt@tennishallcounty.com or visit www.tennishallcounty.com.

 

Lessons & Team Coaching

Private, Semi Private, Group and Team Coaching are available. Visit tennishallcounty.com or contact walt@tennishallcounty.com.

 

 

Bark Parks
Hall County Parks and Leisure currently has two Bark Parks!  Laurel Bark Park and Mulberry Bark Park are open from sunrise to sunset and have designated areas to accommodate both large and small dogs.
  
Please make sure that your four-legged friend is current on their vaccinations and at least six months of age.  Dogs can only be off leash within the designated fenced areas.

 

Mulberry Bark Park is located in Mulberry Creek Park (4491 JM Turk Road in Flowery Branch).  Laurel Bark Park is located in Laurel Park (3100 Old Cleveland Highway in Gainesville).

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