Hall County Parks and Leisure
 January - February 2014

Father-Daughter Valentine's Dance  
Join us for our Father-Daughter Valentine's Dance event. This special event provides daughters and their fathers (father-figures) with an enchanting evening of fun and dancing!
  
This year's festivities will include a professional DJ providing music for dancing, refreshments, and of course, fathers and their daughters will have their picture taken as a souvenir.
  
Moms are welcome to come during the last half hour for free.
  
Where: Mulberry Creek Community Center
When: Saturday, February 8
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Cost: $15 per couple (Registered by February 5)
         $20 per couple (Registered after February 5)
         $5 for each additional daughter
**Price includes corsage & souvenir picture. Event is subject to cancellation if the minimum number of registrations is not met by February 5** 
  
Our sponsors for this event are Walgreens, Kroger and Hollywood 15 Stadium Cinemas.
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.
Ages: 4 - 14
Cost: $119
Junior Aerospace Engineering (Ages: 4-6)
Introduces our youngest engineers to fundamental concepts of aircraft and spacecraft design. Through open and focused exploration, students explore and construct airplanes, rockets, hot air ballons, and more!
Electronic Game Design: Invader Defense (Ages: 7-14)
Students will use Multimedia Fusion 2� to create their own video game! Whether students wish to fire marshmallows or missiles, they build their game from start to finish. They program characters to survive a wave of enemy attacks in order to reach the next level. At the end of the class, students take home a copy of the game they create!
To register call 678-250-9994 or visit
  
Karate
Instructor: Todd Irvin
Date: Starts January 6
Days: Mondays and Thursdays
Time: 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
For prices and age groups please call Todd Irvin at
678-971-8239  
  
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** 
  
Engineering For Kids
Date: January 16 - February 20
Days: Thursdays
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Ages: 4 - 14
Junior Civil Engineering (Ages: PreK - 2nd Grade)
Cost: $99
Introduces our youngest engineers to fundamental concepts of building and construction. Through open and focused exploration, students explore and construct skyscrapers, bridges, and a home designed to withstand the blows of The Big Bad Wolf!
Aerospace Engineering (Ages: 3rd - 8th Grade) Cost: $119
Students will use the engineering design process to design, create, test, and refine a variety of flying machines. They construct a shock absorbing system designed to protect two marshmallow astronauts in a lunar vehicle, create their own air-powered rockets, and assemble a hot air balloon model that actually takes flight!  
To register call 678-250-9994 or visit
  
Yoga
Instructor: Rhonda Dellinger
Days: Tuesday Class, 6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
          (Class starts January 7)
          Thursday Class, 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
          (Class starts January 9)
          Saturday Class, 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
          (Class starts January 11)
Cost: $60/6 weeks
         $12/Walk-Ins
For more information please call 678-386-1660
**Minimum number required for class is five (5).**
 
Spin Class
Instructor: Renee Brown
Date: January 8 - February 15
Days: Wednesdays 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
         Saturdays 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Cost: $50/6 week classes, 2 days a week
         $30/6 week classes, 1 day a week
For more information please contact Renee Brown at
703-851-3583.
**Minimum number required for class is three (3).**
 
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
  
East Hall Community Center (678-450-1540)
Women's Practical Self-Defense Course
Date: January 15 - March 15
Days: Mondays and Thursdays
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Cost: $295
For more information please visit www.GeorgiaMountainKravMaga.com or call 770-561-0812 
  
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
  
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

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, January 21
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 

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 trademark 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 trademark 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.
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.
 
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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