Hall County Parks and Leisure
 November - December  2013

Pancakes With Santa
Come eat a pancake breakfast, make a craft and share your Christmas wishes with Santa.
   
North Hall Community Center (770-535-8280)
When: Saturday, December 7
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Where: North Hall Community Center
Cost: $6 per child/Includes 2 adults
         $2 for each additional child in the same family
         $4 for additional adults
**Please register by December 2**
 
Mulberry Creek Community Center (770-965-7140)
When: Saturday, December 14
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Where: Mulberry Creek Community Center
Cost: $6 per child/Includes 2 adults
         $2 for each additional child in the same family
         $4 for additional adults
**Please register by December 9**
 
Reserve your place today. 
New Opportunities! 
North Hall Community Center (770-532-8280)
Engineering For Kids
Date: January 14 - February 18
Days: Tuesdays
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Cost: $119
Junior Aerospace Engineering (Ages: 4-6)
Electronic Game Design: Invader Defense (Ages: 7-14)
To register call 678-250-9994 or visit
  
Boot Camp
Days: Mondays and Wednesdays
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Cost: $3 per class
  
Mulberry Creek Community Center (770-965-7140) 
Mommy and Me Tumbling & Gymnastics
Presented by Wee Kidz
Date: November 1 - December 20
**No class on November 29**
Days: Fridays
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
Cost: $35/7 class session
  
SilverSneakers� Yoga Stretch

Instructor: Mary Ash

Days: Tuesdays

Time: 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 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.

 
Dance Classes 
Mulberry Creek Community Center (770-965-7140)
PreBallet for 2-3 year olds
Days: Tuesdays
Time: 10:15 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Cost: $105 for 8 classes

  

Tap-Ballet for 4-6 year olds
Days: Mondays
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.
Cost: $105 for 8 classes

  

Hip Hop for 7-12 year olds
Days: Mondays 
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
Cost: $105 for 8 classes

  

East Hall Community Center (678-450-1540)
Tap-Ballet for 3-5 year olds
Days: Tuesdays
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 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
Instructor: Melissa Grove
Date: Ongoing monthly class
Days: Tuesdays, 4:20 p.m. - 5:20 p.m.
          Thursdays, 4:20 p.m. - 5:20 p.m.
Ages: 16 years old and up
Cost: $20/4 classes or $40/8 classes
         $5/walk-ins
  
Home School PE
Date: October 17 - December 19
**No class November 28**
Days: Thursdays

Time: 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 

8 week session starting on October 17   

Cost: One student: $30 for 8 weeks

         Two students from same family: $57 for 8 weeks

         Three students from same family: $85 for 8 weeks

         Four or more from same family: $105 for 8 weeks  

  
North Hall Community Center (770-535-8280)

Yoga

Instructor: Hollie Lee

Days: Tuesdays

Time: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Cost: $8 per class

  
Zumba I
Instructor: April Lucas
Days: Mondays, 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
          Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
          Thursdays, 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Ages: 16 years old and up
Cost: $5 per class
  
Zumba II
Instructor: Vicky Bailey
Days: Fridays
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Cost: $5 per class
  
Home School PE

Date: October 14 - December 16

Days: Mondays

Time: 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 

8 week session starting on October 14    

Cost: One student: $30 for 8 weeks

         Two students from same family: $57 for 8 weeks

         Three students from same family: $85 for 8 weeks

         Four or more from same family: $105 for 8 weeks 


Special Interest Classes
 
North Hall Community Center (770-535-8280)

Company 6 Wrestling

Instructor: Patrick Holcomb

Ages: 5 thru College level

Acceptance to program will be at staff discretion.

When: Mondays and Wednesdays

Time: 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Fees: $60 Monthly

Drop in rate: $20 week 

For more information please call 770-595-0667 or email company6wc@yahoo.com

 

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 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.
Cost: $40 for 4 classes
  
Georgia Mountain Krav Maga
Monday through Thursday from 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Saturdays from 10:15 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Please call 678-450-1540 or visit GeorgiaMountainKravMaga.com for pricing.  
  
Mulberry Creek Community Center (770-965-7140)

Wee Kidz Tumbling & Gymnastics

Instructor: Dawn Billock

Dates: October 28 - December 11

Days: Mondays and Wednesdays

Time: 5:45 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Ages: 2 and up

Cost: $70/ 7 weeks (2 days a week)

         $35/ 7 weeks (1 day a week)

 

Fencing
Instructor: Oswaldo Ortega
Date: October 10 - November 14
Day: Thursdays
Time: 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Ages: 8 to adult
Cost: $90/6 weeks
No equipment required
For more information please call 678-927-1126
  
Karate Class
Instructor: Matt Pattillo
Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Date: Starts the first Tuesday of each month
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.
Ages: 5 year olds and up  
Cost: $45/month
Uniforms may be purchased at class for $40.
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, November 18
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.
  

Active Generation

Play Cards or Dominoes

Days: Tuesdays

From: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Cost: NHCC Members are free

Non-Members $1.00

Location: NHCC Game Room

 
Mulberry Creek Community Center (770-965-7140)  
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 

Days: Monday, Wednesday and Friday

Time: 10:00 a.m. - 10:45 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. 

 

SilverSneakers� Yoga Stretch

Days: Tuesdays

Time: 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 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.

  

Active Generation Cards

Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Cost: FREE
 
Tai Chi
Days: Thursdays
Time: 10:30 a.m. - 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  
Agricultral Center
  
November
2 Steer & Heifer
9-10 Mustang Makeover
16-17 Canine Capers
23-24 To Be Announced  
  
December
6-7 4-H Horse Club
  
Shows are held under a covered arena so rain or shine the show will go on. Times for shows are determined by the event managers. Most shows are free to spectators. Please note that schedules are subject to change. *Indicates admission fee required.* For information and times please call 770-531-6855
  
Chicopee Woods Ag Center is located at 1855 Calvary Church Road in Gainesville.
Athletics
For more information regarding schedules and updates for ongoing sports please visit 
Allen Creek Soccer Complex
For general information about Allen Creek Soccer Complex, please call 770-535-8280.
 
For information about the 
Fall 2013 youth soccer 
season please visit www.laniersoccer.org .

 

River Forks Park
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 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.
 
 
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.

  

Saturday Clinics

Bobby Bailey Tennis Center

Alberta Banks Park

 

Adult Clinic and Drills

$15 per class

Saturdays, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m

Strategy, court position and stroke production in a positive, encouraging environment.

 

Kids Class K- 5th grades

$15 per class or 4 weeks $45

Saturdays, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Instruction of all basic strokes, court position, movement on the court, ball tracking and footwork.

 

High School Academy

Goal oriented training concentrating on building solid tennis fundamentals. Agility training, stroke production and footwork are stressed, with a focus on balance, speed, endurance and power.

 

Tuesdays and Thursdays,

4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Saturdays,

1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

$18 per session or 10 sessions - $125

 

Middle School Academy

The fundamentals of all basic strokes and a group of skills including agility and fitness

in preparation for more advanced tennis. Great preparation for High School tennis.

 

Tuesdays and Thursdays,

4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Saturdays,

1:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

$18 per session or 10 sessions - $125 

 

Jr. Team Tennis

10U, 12U, 14U and 18U Teams

Summer and Fall Leagues

Call or email 770 530-1304

walt@tennishallcounty.com 

 

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

 

Lessons  

Private: Specifically designed for you, your skills and goals.

Initial assessment on areas for improvement.

Cost: $55 per hour

Lesson Package: 6 lessons for the price of 5 ($275) paid in advance. Lessons to be completed within 8 weeks.

 

Semi Private: Classes are designed to work on specific skills you identify. Great way to build doubles skills and strategies or work on singles strategies.

Cost: $30 per person per hour (minimum 2 people)

Lesson Package: 4 Lessons for $100 per person, paid in advance, completed within 6 weeks.

 

Group: Excellent way to build doubles skills and strategies, work on stroke production and build team spirit.

Cost: $15 per person per hour

Lesson Package: 6 Lessons for $75 per person, paid in advance, minimum of 4 participants, completed within 8 weeks. 

 

Visit our Website, www.tennishallcounty.com

for updated information and activities. 

 

*Classes may be changed and /or canceled depending upon enrollment

 

Coach Walt Kilmartin

USPTA Certified Professional

And Certified GHSA Coach

770 530-1304

Email: walt@tennishallcounty.com

Website: 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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