Hall County Parks and Leisure
 December  2013 - January 2014

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
   
Mulberry Creek Community Center (770-965-7140) 
Square Dancing
Date: Starts January 6
**No class January 20**  
Days: Mondays
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Cost: FREE (Donations Accepted)
Ages: 12 years and up
**Couples and singles welcome**  
  
Mommy and Me Tumbling & Gymnastics
Presented by Wee Kidz
Date: January 17 - February 28
Days: Fridays
Time: 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Cost: $35/7 class session
  
SilverSneakers® Yoga Stretch

Instructor: Christina Fishback

Days: Tuesdays

Time: 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 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.

 

East Hall Community Center (678-450-1540)

Dance and Twirling Lessons
Instructor: Ms. Kelli Rogers
Days: Tuesdays
Time: 6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
Ages: 4 and up
Cost: $40 for 4 classes
Call 770-596-3241 for more information
  
Youth Services Programs
Georgia Mountain Workforce Development offers various services to qualifying youth ages 14-21
*After School Program
*GED & Credit Recovery
*College or Technical College Assistance
*Summer Work Experience
  
Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Time: 4:30 p.m.
 
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: $130 for 11 classes

  

Tap-Ballet for 4-6 year olds
Days: Mondays
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.
Cost: $130 for 11 classes

  

Hip Hop for 7-12 year olds
Days: Mondays 
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
Cost: $130 for 11 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.
  
Dance and Twirling Lessons
Instructor: Ms. Kelli Rogers
Days: Tuesdays
Time: 6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
Ages: 4 and up
Cost: $40 for 4 classes
Call 770-596-3241 for more information

 

 
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: January 16 - March 13
**No class January 23**
Days: Thursdays

Time: 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 

8 week session starting on January 16   

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)

Boot Camp

Days: Mondays and Wednesdays
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Cost: $3 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
  
Home School PE

Date: January 13 - March 10

**No class January 20**

Days: Mondays

Time: 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 

8 week session starting on January 13    

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 through 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)

Martial Arts Class
Instructor: Rock Solid Karate
Days: Mondays and Thursdays
Time: 7:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.
Ages: 7 and up
Cost: Please call for pricing  
 
Georgia Mountain Krav Maga
Monday through Thursday from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Saturdays from 10:15 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Please call 770-561-0812, email hh@GeorgiaMountainKravMaga.com or visit GeorgiaMountainKravMaga.com for more information or pricing. 
  
Youth Services Programs
Georgia Mountain Workforce Development offers various services to qualifying youth ages 14-21
*After School Program
*GED & Credit Recovery
*College or Technical College Assistance
*Summer Work Experience
  
Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Time: 4:30 p.m.
  
Mulberry Creek Community Center (770-965-7140)

Wee Kidz Tumbling & Gymnastics

Instructor: Dawn Billock

Dates: January 13 - March 3

**No class January 20**

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: Starts January 9
Days: 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, December 17
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+).

 

SilverSneakers® Muscular Strength & Range of Movement Class 

Instructor: Mary Ash

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

Instructor: Christina Fishback

Days: Tuesdays

Time: 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 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
  
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
Holiday Hoops
Youth Basketball Tournament
Hosted by North Hall Dugout Club
When: December 14 through December 21
Where: North Hall Middle School Gym
             North Hall High School Gym
Age Divisions: Boys and Girls, 6U to 14U
Minimum Games Guaranteed: 3
Cost: $125 (Make checks payable to NH Dugout Club)
Registration Deadline: December 10
Visit
to register online.
For more information please contact
Lee Olson 770-314-8230 or visit www.hallcountysports.com
  
2nd Annual West Hall Spartans
Holiday Classic Tournament
When: December 28 through January 4
**No games December 31 or January 1
Ages: Boys and Girls 7U, 8U, 9U, 10U, 11U and 12U
Cost: $100
Visit www.whyaaspartans.org for more information or to register online.
Contact Brandon Miller at president@whyaaspartans.org or
Jason Simms at commissioner@whyaaspartans.org with any questions.
  
HOOPS for Daniel
Hoops for Daniel is a benefit fundraiser to support and honor Daniel Olvera and his fight against Leukemia. To follow Daniel's story visit his Facebook page Hoops for Daniel.
Youth Basketball Clinic
The clinic will be under the direction of Coach Seth Vining with assistance from other area coaches.
When: Sunday, December 29
Where: Lakeview Academy
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Ages: Grades 3-6
Cost: Every participant in this event is asked to make a $20 or more donation to support Daniel.
3-on-3 Tournament
When: Sunday, December 29
Where: Lakeview Academy
Time: 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Age: Young Adult Men and Women
Cost: Every participant in this event is asked to make a $20 or more donation to support Daniel.
Every team will be placed in pool play where you will be guaranteed 3 games. Games will be timed with the opportunity for substitutions. The tournament will be limited to 36 teams per division. There will be a men's and women's division.
  
Reserve your spot today. Registration forms can be found online at www.hallcountysports.com. Registration forms and donations can be mailed to Hoops for Daniel, 3587 Lakeview Dr., Gainesville, GA. 30501 For more information please call please call
Seth Vining at 770-536-8663
  
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.
 
Lanier Soccer Association
Spring 2014 
Recreational Soccer
 
Walk Up Registration Dates
Saturday, January 18
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Tuesday, January 21
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Saturday, January 25
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
 
All walk up registrations will be held in the office at Allen Creek Soccer Complex.
For information about the 
Spring 2014 youth soccer 
season or to register online 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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