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Jefferson County Parks & Recreation

New this Winter Pickleball

Ms. Shelley’s Pony School

CPR & First Aid Certification Courses

Back by popular demand

Toddler Learning Time

Snowblazers

Daddy Daughter Dance

A perfect place to grow...

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Special Events & Trips ………………………………..…………….3-4

Preschool & Toddler ...………………………………………………….5

Crafts & Fine Arts …………..……………………………………..…….6

Leagues..………………………..…….…………………………………...6-8

Sports ………………………..……………….…………………………........8

Camps…………………………………………………………………………8

Dance ………………………………………………………..……….……...9

Gymnastics & Cheer ……………………….……………………..9-10

Hobbies & Interests ..…..………………………………………. 10-11

Martial Arts……………………...…………………………………. 11-12

Health & Fitness………………………….……….………………… ...12

Teens/Adults/Seniors…………………………………………..12-13

Parks Map ...……………………………………………………………...14

General Info ...……………………………………..………………..15-17

Registration & Policy Information…………………...…….18-19

MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR

Dear Residents:

As winter quickly approaches, we are eager to show you all the fun activities we have planned for this coming year. We are very excited to welcome Kelli Inskeep to our gymnastics team and expand that program. In addition, we are expanding our toddler learning program as well as our indoor playground. In addition to programs, we are focusing on the future. Many of you may be receiving a letter in the mail asking you to participate in a survey for the Parks and Recreation Commission’s needs assessment. The Commission is in the process of creating a Comprehensive Parks and Recreation Master Plan and as part of this effort; the Community Needs Assessment was mailed to over 10,000 county households. We ask that you please take a moment to respond and return it to us in the self-addressed postage paid envelope enclosed or complete it online at www.surveymonkey.com/s/JCPRCNeedsAssessment. Public input is very important to ascertain the community's parks and recreation needs and satisfaction with facilities and services currently offered. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me .

Sincerely,

Jennifer L. Myers, Director

Neither the Jefferson County Board of Education nor any of its agents or employees sponsor or endorse this material or publication. The views expressed may or may not reflect those of the county or school administration and are neither approved nor disapproved by them.

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SPECIAL EVENTS & TRIPS

Lunch with Santa Get into the Christmas spirit and come have lunch with Santa, himself! Enjoy a craft, moon bounces and other games, and have your picture taken with Santa. Plus...come and meet Mrs. Claus, Santa’s elf, and the, the, the, GRINCH! All paid participants will received a picture in a keepsake ornament, lunch, craft, and games. Lunch is provided by Chick-Fil-A and will consist of nuggets, chips, drink, and cupcake. Adults may purchase a sandwich platter for an additional $5 fee the day of the event. All ages / 1 day / $12 Jefferson County Community Center 1738 Sat, 12/14 11:00am-1:00pm

Daddy Daughter Dance Be your daughter’s Prince Charming and take her out for an evening she won’t soon forget. Couples will have fun with crafts, music and food. Spaghetti dinner is included in price of admission. Photo opportunities will also be availa-ble by ‘Beyond the Lens’ photography. All ages / 1 day / $20 per couple, $8 for each additional sibling Jefferson County Community Center 1834 Fri, 2/21 5:30-8:30pm

JCCC Open House Come on out to the Jefferson County Community Center at Sam Michael’s Park for our annual spring open house. This event will showcase program opportunities for the sum-mer and you and your family will have an opportunity to see what we have to offer. Activities at the open house may include moon bounces, crafts, sports, games, face painting, demonstrations, etc. Concessions will be made available at an additional cost. We hope to see you there! All ages / 1 day / Free Jefferson County Community Center 1736 Sat, 3/29 10:00am-1:00pm Kid’s Night Out Join us for a night of fun. Bring your friends and make new ones, too! Activities to include but not limited to: Xbox Ki-nect games on the 11’ big screen, moon bounces, dodge ball and a March Madness basketball shooting contest. Wear your basketball jerseys! Snacks and drinks will be availa-ble for purchase. Participants are not authorized to leave the premise without an adult signing them out. 7-14 yrs / 1 day / $10 Jefferson County Community Center 1837 Sat, 3/29 6:00-10:00pm

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE!!

Scholarships are available for some programs.

Contact Brenda at the JCPRC

(304) 728-3207 or email

bwhittington@jcprc.org

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Cherry Blossom Festival Head out to see one of the nation’s most beautiful sights or check out one of the many amazing museums our nation’s capital has to offer. The Cherry Blossom’s in Washington D.C. Bus will depart from Sam Michael’s Park at 8am and will return by 10 pm. A paying adult must accompany any-one under the age of 18. Cost includes transportation on-ly. Bus will drop off at the Tidal Basin and will pick back up at the Tidal Basin at 8pm to return home. Bus will make one stop each way for a bathroom stop. All ages / 1 day / $30 Depart from Jefferson County Community Center 1836 Sat, 4/5 8:00am-10:00pm

Sam Michael’s 5K Obstacle Challenge Run Here is the adrenaline rush you have been waiting for!! On Saturday, April 26, 2014 Jefferson County Parks & Recrea-tion Commission and For the Love of Children, The Outdoor Education Center will be sponsoring a 5K Obstacle Mud Run. The 5K run with 10+ obstacles along the course is de-signed to test your stamina, strength, and mental forti-tude. For more information, contact Jennifer Myers at jmyers@jcprc.org. All ages / 1 day / TBD Sam Michael’s Park 1835 Sat, 4/26 8:00am-11:00am

Health & Fitness Expo Saturday, April 26, 2014, The Outdoor Education Center of For the Love of Children in conjunction with Jefferson Coun-ty Parks & Recreation will be hosting a Health & Fitness Ex-po at Sam Michael’s Park, Join us for a fun-filled day, fo-cused on seeing the enjoyment behind exercising and un-derstanding how to make health and physical activity a part of your everyday life. We will have running clinics, moon

bounces, local vendors, special guest speakers and more! This event is FREE and open to the public. We are looking for vendors, please email Jennifer Myers at jmyers@jcprc.org if you are interested in setting up. All ages / 1 day / Free Jefferson County Community Center Sat, 4/26 10:00am-1:00pm Middle School Dances Spend the night dancing and socializing with friends in a fun, safe environment. Teen dances are held the first Friday of each month beginning in January. We will have a DJ, con-cessions, and games for teenagers to participate in. Students must present a DMV photo ID or school stu-dent ID before admittance into the dance. Students from 6th-8th grade only. 6-8 grades / First Friday of each month / $8 per dance Jefferson County Community Center starting Fri, 1/3 6:30-10:00pm

JCCC Community Yard Sale Time for Spring Cleaning! Join us for our annual community yard sale at the JCCC. The JCPRC will provide tables and advertisement for the event. Advertisements will be placed in local newspapers, facebook, JCPRC website, and signage in the parks. Your space will consist of two eight foot ta-bles. $30 per space. Please call to register for a yard sale space (304-728-3207). All ages / 1 day / $30 Jefferson County Community Center 1804 Sat, 4/12 8:00am-2:00pm

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PRESCHOOL & TODDLER Play & Learn Preschool JCPRC offers your child a fun, friendly, and educational learning experience this year. Taught by Holly Junkin, Play & Learn Preschool’s mission is to provide children ages 3-5 with a well-rounded program in a positive, safe, and sup-portive environment. This is an excellent preschool pro-gram that focuses on cognitive, language, physical and so-cial-emotional development. Your child is encouraged to be an active participant by learning about his/her world through a variety of hands-on experiences with his/her peers including: Opening Circle Free Play Art & Science Work Jobs Snack Story time Field Trips Music/Movement Games Tuesday & Thursday $105.00 per month 9:00-11:45 am or 1:00-3:45 pm Monday, Wednesday, Friday $150.00 per month 9:00-11:45 am or 1:00-3:45 pm Registration is accepted on a rolling basis. Call the JCPRC office for to check for openings at 304-728-3207.

Indoor Playground Offered on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays, this activity is for children ages 1-5 and allows them to ex-plore various obstacles on their own. Indoor play toys are provided and young children have plenty of room to run and play in a non-confined environment. Adults are respon-sible for supervising the children they bring. Please no more than five children per adult. Any preschools or other large groups, please call 304-728-3207 in advance to let us know you are coming. Purchase a 10 punch pass for $35 and save $15! Indoor Playground may close for set-up of special events. Friday’s our concession stand will be open for our $3.50 lunch special which consisits of a hot dog, chips and a drink. Our mascot, Chippy will make an occasional appearance too! 1 - 5 yrs / $5 for first child and $3 for each additional sibling Jefferson County Community Center Th/Fri, 1/9-4/25 9:00 am-3:00 pm (Not open Fri 2/21 or Fri 4/18) Mon/Wed, 1/7-4/23 9:00 am-12:00 pm (Not open Mon 1/20 or Mon 2/17) Toddler Learning Time Introduce your toddler to the basics of the alphabet, num-bers, colors and shapes through various crafts, stories and other activities. This is a great way to start your child in a preschool setting the fun way. You may choose from a one-day or a two-day program. 2-3 yrs / 8 wks / $150 Jefferson County Community Center 1828 Mon/Wed, 1/13-3/5 10:00-11:30 am 1829 Mon/Wed, 3/17-5/7 10:00-11:30 am 2-3 yrs / 8 wks / $75 Jefferson County Community Center 1830 Th, 1/16-3/6 10:00-11:30 am 1831 Th, 3/20-5/8 10:00-11:30 am Toddler Learning Time for Mommy & Me Be a part of your child’s early learning and develop-ment. This mommy and me class will show you ways to teach your child about colors, numbers, shapes, and letters all while having fun with crafts, stories and games. A great way to bond with your little one. 18-36 mos / 8 wks / $75 Jefferson County Community Center 1832 Fri, 1/17-3/7 10:00-11:30 am 1833 Fri, 3/21-5/9 10:00-11:30 am

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Painting Preschoolers Each week your preschooler will experience art through stories, songs and fun (and maybe messy) painting tech-niques. Please wear play clothes and enjoy the fun. All sup-plies are included in the fee. 3-6 yrs / 6 wks / $40.00 Jefferson County Community Center 1868 Tu, 2/4-3/11 10:00-11:00am Movies, Munchies, and More Each week we will watch a different movie and enjoy an art activity inspired by the movie. We will introduce your little one to a variety of different crafts and art mediums as well other activities. Munchies will be provided. 3-6 yrs / 1 day / $10 Jefferson County Community Center 1866 Tu, 2/11 12:30-3:30pm 3-6 yrs / 1 day / $10 Jefferson County Community Center 1867 Tu, 3/11 12:30-3:30pm

CRAFTS & FINE ARTS Valentine’s Day Craft Make a special valentine for that special someone in your life. Kids will enjoy a craft, coloring, Valentine snack and a fun Valentine’s Day story. 3-6 yrs / 1 day / $10 Jefferson County Community Center 1769 Th, 2/13 4:00-5:00pm Lucky Leprechauns Let’s celebrate the luck of the Irish on St. Patrick's Day! We will enjoy a special craft, stories and games. Wear your green and come along for some fun. 3-6 yrs / 1 day / $10 Jefferson County Community Center 1770 Mon, 3/17 4:00-5:00pm Snowy Art for Toddlers Your toddler will be able to experience art and work on their fine motor skills. A different project will be explored each week. Your child will get to paint, sculpt, glue, and learn how to use scissors. This is a great time for your child to socialize with other children while having fun with art. Parents are welcome to stay, but not required. A $5 supply fee is due to the instructor at the first class. 3-4 yrs / 4 wk / $35 Jefferson County Community Center

1771 Sa, 1/18-2/8 1:00-2:00pm 1772 Sa, 1/18-2/8 2:30-3:30pm

LEAGUES NFL Youth Flag Football League This is a co-ed recreational league designed for players to learn the basic football and teamwork skills while having fun. Our goal is to provide an atmosphere that promotes sportsmanship, and fair play in a safe environment for play-ers, coaches, officials and spectators. Background checks will be conducted on all volunteer coaches. Volunteer coaches are required to attend a pre-season orientation and coaches meetings. Teams will practice one night per week at a Sam Michael’s park field dedicated to this league. Practices will begin on Monday, April 14th. League games will start on Saturday, May 3rd. We will hold a try-out for all participants on Saturday, April 5th. Teams will play 8 games. Participant’s team placement is determined by their age as of April 1st. Game times will vary on Satur-days between 9am-6pm. COACHES MEETING HELD ON WEDNESDAY, MARCH 26TH AT 7PM AT THE JEFFERSON COUNTY COMMUNITY CENTER. PRESEASON COACH’S ORIENTATION WILL BE HELD ON WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12 AT 7PM AT THE JEFFERSON COUNTY COMMUNITY CENTER. NO GAMES ON SATURDAY, MAY 24TH. Week 8 will consist of a league wide tournament for all age divisions. Registration ends Friday, April 4th. 5-14 yrs / 8 wks Sam Michael’s Park Field Sa, 5/3-6/28 9:00am-6:00pm Individuals - $60 (Additional siblings are $50) 1854 5-6 Age Division 1855 7-8 Age Division 1856 9-11 Age Division 1857 12-14 Age Division Coaches’ Child - $50 1859 5-6 Age Division 1860 7-8 Age Division 1861 9-11 Age Division 1862 12-14 Age Division

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SPRING PRACTICE SCHDEDULE Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

Sam Michael’s Park Field

5-6 Age Division

5-6 & 7-8 Age Divi-

sion

7-8 & 9-10 Age Divi-

sion

9-11 & 12-14 Age Division

12-14 Age Division

Cost $60 per child/$50 for each additional sibling. Volunteer Coaches will pay $50 for their child/children. Cost covers jersey, flag belt, game balls and referees.

Age Divisions 5-6, 7-8, 9-11, 12-14

Registration Dates Sunday, December 1st-Friday April 4

Registration Process Individual registrations only. NO team requests. Each coach may have only one assistant coach. (Coach’s children will be placed on their team) All coaches will undergo background checks.

Draft Process Skills evaluation on Saturday, April 5th with blind draft to follow immediately.

Roster min/max 8/10

Practices One practice per week. See practice chart.

Games All games will be held on Saturdays at Sam Michael’s Park fields. Games times will vary.

Playing Time All players are required to play at least one half of the game (5-6, 7-8, 9-11, 12-14 age divisions)

Game Duration 5-6 age division-(2) 20 minute halves 7-8 age duvusion-(2) 25 minute halves 9-11 & 12-14 age divisions-(2) 30 minute halves

Coaches Meetings Pre-season Coach Orientation– Wednesday, March 12th at 7pm at the JCCC Coaches meeting (mandatory for all coaches)-Wednesday, March 26th at 7pm at the JCCC

NFL Youth Flag Football League Format

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Girls Volleyball League This is a girl’s recreational league designed for players to learn the fundamental volleyball skills and teamwork skills while having fun. Our goal is to provide an atmosphere that promotes sportsmanship, fair play in a safe environment for players, coaches, officials and spectators. Background checks will be conducted on all volunteer coach-es. Volunteer coaches are required to attend a pre-season orientation and coaches meetings. Teams will practice two nights per week at the Jefferson County Community Center or Wildwood Middle School. We will hold a tryout for all participants on Saturday, April 5th. Practices will begin on Tuesday, April 15th. Practices are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays. League games will start on Saturday, May 3rd. Teams will play 8 games. Participant’s team place-ment is determined by their age on April 1st. Game times will vary on Saturdays between 9am-3pm. COACHES MEETING HELD ON TUESDAY, APRIL 1ST AT 7PM AT THE JEFFERSON COUNTY COMMUNITY CENTER. NO GAMES ON SATURDAY, MAY 24TH. Week 8 will consist of a league wide tournament. Registration ends Friday, April 4th. 10-12 yrs / 8 wks Jefferson County Community Center Sa, 5/3- 6/28 9:00 am-3:00pm 1851 Individual Player - $60 ($50 for additional siblings) 1852 Coach’s Child - $50

SPORTS

Soccer Skills This soccer program is developmentally appropriate for boys and girls who are interested in soccer. Children will learn and improve on skills they already know. Your child will be ready for organized soccer once they are finished with this 6-week program. Skills that will be reviewed are as follows but not limited to, dribbling, kicking, passing, shooting, positional skills and techniques. 4-6 yrs / 6 wks / $40 Jefferson County Community Center 1839 Tu, 1/14-2/18 4:30-5:15pm 1840 Tu, 3/4-4/8 4:30-5:15pm World of Basketball Children will learn basic fundamentals of basketball includ-ing gross motor skills associated with basketball. Children will play fun, small-sided games to help reinforce the skills they have learned. No prior experience is required.

4-6 yrs / 6 wks / $40 Jefferson County Community Center 1841 Th, 1/16-2/20 4:00-4:45pm 1842 Th, 3/6-4/10 4:00-4:45pm 6-8 yrs / 6 wks / $40 Jefferson County Community Center 1843 Th, 1/16-2/20 5:00-5:45pm 1844 Th, 3/6-4/10 5:00-5:45pm Snowblazers Elite Learn the proper running techniques, form and a whole new world of running fun with your friends. Regardless of your athletic ability, all you need are a pair of sneakers and a positive attitude. 5-12 yrs / 8 wks / $40 Jefferson County Community Center 1803 Wed, 1/15-3/5 4:45-5:30pm

CAMPS School’s Out! Holiday Camps Perfect day for a sports camp, come on out to the Jefferson County Community Center for a fun filled day of sports, games, crafts and other activities. Kids will play games and stay active. Pizza will be provided for lunch. 5-12 yrs / 1 day / $20 Jefferson County Community Center 1764 Mon, 1/20 9:00 am-5:00pm 1765 Mon, 2/17 9:00 am-5:00pm Spring Break Sports Camp While you are on spring break join us for a week of fun and exciting sports. Kids will have a blast playing a wide variety of different sports. Please provide your child with a packed lunch. 5-13 yrs / 5 day / $100 Jefferson County Community Center 1766 Mon-Fri, 4/14-4/18 9:00 am-5:00pm

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DANCE

Tiny Tot You and your toddler will begin to learn pre-ballet skills as you journey through music and movement to learn body awareness, how to follow directions, and have fun. Parent participation may be required. 2-3 yrs / 8 wks / $50 Jefferson County Community Center 1796 Mon, 1/20-3/10 4:30-5:00pm Pre-Ballet This class combines the basics of ballet along with teaching rhythm and coordination. The students will grow to love the fine art of ballet. A pink leotard and ballet slippers are recommended. 4-6 yrs / 8 wks / $64 Jefferson County Community Center 1797 Mon, 1/20-3/10 5:10-5:55pm 1798 Wed, 1/22-3/12 4:45-5:30pm 6 yrs & Up / 8 wks / $64 Jefferson County Community Center 1799 Wed, 1/22-3/12 5:40-6:25pm

Ballet I/II A blended level class of ballet technique promoting further skill development. Previous experience required for 6 year olds. A black leotard and ballet slippers are recommended. 6 yrs & Up / 8 wks / $64 Jefferson County Community Center 1800 Wed, 1/22-3/12 6:35-7:30pm Jazz & Hip Hop Jazz is the combination of fast, upbeat movements and mu-sic. Jazz is a form of dance which expresses a contemporary style set to popular music. Hip hop, a fast and upbeat form of urban dance elements will be incorporated into this class. Students should wear comfortable clothing and jazz shoes or sneakers for class. 4-6 yrs / 8 wks / $64 Jefferson County Community Center 1801 Mon, 1/20-3/10 6:05-6:50pm 7 years & Up / 8 wks / $64 Jefferson County Community Center

1802 Mon, 1/20-3/10 7:00-7:45pm

GYMNASTICS & CHEER

Tumbling Into 2’s Gymnastics Bring an adult buddy to help you improve coordination and balance on our gymnastics equipment. Go through an obsta-cle course using large motor skills, swing on the bars, and improve balancing skills on the beam. Wear loose fitting clothing, and be prepared to go barefoot. 6-24 mos / 8 wks / $45 Jefferson County Community Center 1811 Sun, 1/19-3/16 1:00-1:40pm (No class 2/2) 1865 Mon, 1/20-3/10 2:15-2:55pm 1805 Mon, 1/20-3/10 5:40-6:10pm Beginner 3-4 year olds Gymnastics Children ages 3-4 year olds are recommended to have com-pleted one session of the 2-3 Year Old Class, must be inde-pendent and have good listening skills. Parent interaction may be required. Age appropriate skills are taught through the use of obstacle courses and fun stations for the develop-ment of strength, balance and flexibility. 3-4 yrs / 8 wks / $72 Jefferson County Community Center 1812 Mon, 1/20-3/10 6:20-7:05pm 1813 Sun, 1/19-3/16 1:45-2:30pm (No class 2/2)

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Beginner 4-6 year olds Gymnastics The fundamentals of gymnastics are taught on each event. This class is a great starting point for those considering gymnastics or needing to review and master some basic skills. 4-6 yrs / 8 wks / $75 Jefferson County Community Center 1815 Sun, 1/19-3/16 2:45-3:45pm (No class 2/2) 1814 Mon, 1/20-3/10 4:30-5:30pm Beginner 6-12 year olds Gymnastics Join your friends and our instructors as they go through the fundamentals of gymnastics on each event. This class is a great starting point for those considering gymnastics or needing to review and master some basic skills. 6-12 yrs / 8 wks / $75 Jefferson County Community Center 1816 Sun, 1/19-3/16 4:00-5:00pm (No class 2/2) 1817 Mon, 1/20-3/10 7:15-8:15pm Homeschool Gymnastics This class is designed to provide a physical fitness oppor-tunity for families who choose to homeschool. Gymnastics, along with a variety of games, will help your child develop coordination, strength and flexibility. Children will work on a variety of gymnastics and tumbling skills on the bars, bal-ance beam, and floor exercise. The class will provide a workout to help kids stay fit and active. Classes are coed and meet for 1-hour. 4-12 yrs / 8 wks / $75 Jefferson County Community Center 1864 Mon, 1/20-3/10 1:00-2:00pm Fundamentals of Cheerleading This program is ideal for beginners who want to learn cheerleading. Children will be taught basic knowledge of cheerleading moves and motions, beginner tumbling skills, cheers and chants, and more. 4-12 yrs / 4 wks / $40 Jefferson County Community Center 1818 Fri, 1/17-2/14 4:30-5:15pm (No class 2/7) 1819 Fri, 3/14-4/11 4:30-5:15pm (No class 4/4) Cheerleading I This program will enhance skills for those who have prior experience with cheerleading. Children will refine skills with tumbling, building, moves, motions, and chants. 7-12 yrs / 4 wks / $45 Jefferson County Community Center

1820 Fri, 1/17-2/14 5:30-6:15pm (No class 2/7) 1821 Fri, 3/14-4/11 5:30-6:15pm (No class 4/4) Tumbling for Cheerleading This powerful program offers tumbling for the intermediate to advanced tumbler. Gymnasts will learn cartwheels, round offs, handstands, back handsprings and back tucks. This program is designed for your child to advance their tumbling skills to the next level. Parents are welcome to observe during the last class. 6-15 yrs / 8 wks / $80 Jefferson County Community Center 1822 Sun, 1/19-3/16 5:15-6:15pm (No class 2/2)

HOBBIES & INTERESTS

Open Gym Patrons are welcome to come to our open gym time that will be held from 1-4pm on Wednesdays beginning January 8th. Please bring your own equipment. i.e. basketballs, soc-cer balls, etc. Please call in advance to check availability. Children under 18 will need to be accompanied by an adult. All Ages / See brochure for drop-in fees Jefferson County Community Center Wed, 1/8-4/30 1:00-4:00pm (No open gym 4/16) Animal Adventures Meet and learn about a real, live exotic animals during each class. Participants can hold, pet or feed each ani-mal. Animals may include, but are not limited to, birds, rep-tiles, hedgehogs, amphibians, Madagascar hissing cock-roaches,and a tarantula. Students will learn about proper animal handling, biology, behavior, animals' jobs in nature, husbandry, and the importance of biodiversity. Classes may also include coloring, crafts, and observations of the ani-mals. 5-10 yrs / 6 wk / $72 Jefferson County Community Center 1773 Fri, 1/17-2/28 5:00-6:00pm (No class 2/21)

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Ms. Shelley’s Pony School These ‘parent-child’ classes each include a story, song, hands-on activity, a horse lesson, a craft/manipulative and a short riding lesson. Your child will learn a wide range of information about ponies and horses. They will have fun and become more confident around ponies, and gradually learn to control the pony at the walk. This is an ideal pro-gram for small children who are fearful around large ani-mals, but will also provide enough hands-on time to please children who are more eager to interact with the hors-es. Classes may run late due to number of students and to ensure each child has their time with the horse. For more information about Ms. Shelley’s Pony School please visit www.msshelleysponyschool.com.

2-5 yrs / 4 wk / $65 Majestic Reins Stable 1775 Wed, 1/15-2/5 4:00-5:00pm 1776 Wed, 1/15-2/5 6:00-7:00pm 1781 Sat, 2/1-2/22 3:00-4:00pm 1782 Sat, 2/1-2/22 4:30-5:30pm 1863 Wed, 2/19-3/12 4:00-5:00pm 1777 Wed, 2/19-3/12 6:00-7:00pm 1774 Tu, 3/25-4/15 9:00-10:00am 1778 Wed, 3/26-4/16 4:00-5:00pm 1779 Wed, 3/26-4/16 6:00-7:00pm 1780 Th, 3/27-4/17 9:00-10:00am 1783 Sat, 3/8-3/29 3:00-4:00pm 1784 Sat, 3/8-3/29 4:30-5:30pm LEGO Adventures Let imaginations run wild with LEGO! Children will spend time at LEGO discovery stations and use LEGOs to create their own unique designs. Other themed LEGOs will also be used. 6-11 yrs / 4 wk / $40 Jefferson County Community Center 1785 Tu, 2/4-2/25 5:00-6:00 pm

MARTIAL ARTS

Mommy & Me Karate Bring an adult buddy to help you improve coordination and balance. This is a perfect opportunity to play and learn skills together. Wear loose fitting clothing, and be prepared to go barefoot. 1-5 yrs / 8 wks / $55 Jefferson County Community Center 1806 Wed, 1/15-3/5 11:15-11:45 am Little Dragons The classes will cover basic Karate skills, balance, coordina-tion, self control, respect and, most importantly, the chil-dren will have fun! 3-5 yrs / 8 wks / $55 Jefferson County Community Center 1807 Wed, 1/15-3/5 12:00-12:30 pm 1808 Wed, 1/15-3/5 4:15-4:45 pm Little Ninjas This is a traditional beginner Karate course for youth ages 4-6. Participants will learn balance, coordination, respect, discipline, self-esteem, self-control, and more-- all while having fun! 4-6 yrs / 8 wks / $60 Jefferson County Community Center 1823 Wed, 1/15-3/5 4:55-5:25 pm

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE!!

Scholarships are available for some programs. Contact Brenda at the JCPRC

(304) 728-3207 or email bwhittington@jcprc.org

for more information.

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Ninjas Are you a beginner-intermediate level participant or an ex-perience belt holder? Come out and join our traditional ka-rate class. Develop or hone your karate skills while you gain balance, control, coordination, strength, and flexibility. There is now optional belt testing with our Instructor! 7 yrs & up / 8 wks / $75 Jefferson County Community Center 1824 Wed, 1/15-3/5 5:35-6:35pm Teen Ninjas Are you a beginner-or intermediate level participant or an experience belt holder? This class is a continuation of Ninja class for more advanced students. Develop or hone your karate skills while you gain balance, control, coordination, strength, and flexibility. There is now optional belt testing with our Instructor! Please see your instructor for more details. 13-17 yrs / 8 wks / $75 Jefferson County Community Center 1825 Wed, 1/15-3/5 6:45-7:45pm Homeschool Karate Gain confidence and discipline while learning the basics of martial arts in a friendly and warm atmosphere. 6-12 yrs / 8 wks / $60 Jefferson County Community Center 1826 Wed, 1/15-3/5 3:15-4:00pm Adult Self Defense This class is paced for a cardio workout. Advanced students may be performing multiple techniques, while a beginner will practice one technique at the same pace. In this way, we train you safely while providing a challenging pace and thorough workout. 18 yrs & up / 8 wks / $75 Jefferson County Community Center 1827 Wed, 1/15-3/5 8:00-9:00pm

HEALTH & FITNESS Boot Camp by The Fitness Body Shop This is a fun, yet intense version of a boot camp to get you in The Fitness Body Shop. This is a team atmosphere that will get you moving and will push your mental and physical limits. The Fitness Body Shop Station Training Boot Camp is taught by an ISSA certified trainer, Amy Vagnoni. This is an hour program that incorporates cardio, weight training, re-sistance training and core exercises. Please be prepared for indoor and outdoor fitness each week weather permitting. 18 yrs & Up / 6 wks / $55

Jefferson County Community Center 1786 Tu, 1/14-2/18 8:15-9:15am 1787 Tu, 3/4-4/8 8:15-9:15am 1788 Th, 1/16-2/20 8:15-9:15am 1789 Th, 3/6-4/10 8:15-9:15am 18 yrs & Up / 6 wks / $100 1790 Tu/Th, 1/14-2/20 8:15-9:15am 1791 Tu/Th, 3/4-4/10 8:15-9:15am Kid’s Yoga Let’s have fun playing games, acting like animals, learning the alphabet, and playing out stories all while learning yo-ga. Yoga gives our little ones tools that will help them as they grow including self-awareness, how to settle down, breath control, and of course yoga poses. Parent/guardian participation is encouraged but not required for this fun, active class. 3-6 yrs / 6 wks / $40 Jefferson County Community Center 1794 Tu, 1/14-2/18 9:00-9:30am 1795 Tu, 3/4-4/8 9:00-9:30am Basic Yoga Expect an emphasis on simplicity, repetition, and ease as we work out the body’s kinks. Relaxation is paramount as we make a full circuit of the body’s range of motion. No ex-perience required. Come learn the basics with a mixture of students both beginner and experienced. We will practice basic poses or asanas, learning fundamentals, techniques and discussing the many benefits of the poses. Regular practice improves overall health by relieving stress and im-proving mood. 8 yrs & up / 6 wks / $60 Jefferson County Community Center 1792 Th, 1/16-2/20 6:00-7:00pm 1793 Th, 3/6-4/10 6:00-7:00pm

TEEN & ADULT

Late Night Indoor Soccer Do you enjoy playing soccer but do not have a place to play, players to field a team or working too late? If so, come out and join other players for adult late night indoor soc-cer. Pickup games are organized by those who show up to play. Save $12 and pre-register for the entire season. 18 & Up / 12 wks / $6 per visit or $60 when you pre-register before 1/9 Jefferson County Community Center 1845 Th, 1/9-3/27 9:00-11:00pm

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Pickleball Join us for a pickup game of pickleball, this game is a mix between tennis, badminton, and table tennis. This widely popular game is sweeping the nation, so we thought we’d join in on the fun. Grab a couple friends and we’ll take care of the rest. Equipment provided. No need to register online, just come in and play! Cost is $3 per person. 18 & Up / 12 wks / $3 drop in fee per visit Jefferson County Community Center

Fri, 1/10-4/25 7:00-9:00pm (No drop-in 2/7, 2/21, 3/7, 4/4) Madden NFL Football Tournament See if you have what it takes to be the best of the best. Played on the Xbox 360 gaming console. Championship game played on our 11 foot blow up screen. Winner takes home a trophy. 13 & Up / 1 day / $15 Jefferson County Community Center 1847 Sat, 3/22 Tournament will start at 9am First Aid & CPR Certification Course This course will give you confidence in the skills used in First Aid and in adult, child and infant CPR. AED will also be covered in this course. This program is intended for community members and people who do not work in the healthcare field but are required or just desire to have knowledge and skills. Perfect course for those working in local government, school bus drivers, child care workers, teachers, parents, babysitters, etc. Certifications for both first aid and CPR are good for 2 years. 15 & Up / 1 day / $65 Jefferson County Community Center 1848 Tu, 1/14 6:30-9:00pm 1849 Th, 4/24 6:30-9:00pm 55 and Older Walking Program The JCCC will be open from 8:00-9:00 a.m. Monday-Friday for adults ages 55 and up to come in and walk on our indoor track. Handouts on the benefits of walking and exercise will be available. In the event of inclement weather, the JCCC may have a delayed opening or close. Please call the JCPRC Cancellation Line at 304-728-9044 for updates. 55 + / 8 wks / FREE Jefferson County Community Center Mon, 1/6– 3/10 8:00-9:00am (Closed 1/20 & 2/17) 55 and Older Drop In Basketball The JCCC will be open from 1-3 p.m. on Tuesdays for adults ages 55 and up to come in and play basketball. If we have enough interest, we will start a league.

55 + / 8 wks / FREE Jefferson County Community Center Tu, 1/14– 3/4 1:00-3:00pm

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4198 Kearneysville Road, 25443

56 Jefferson Orchard Road, 25430

235 Sam Michael’s Lane, 25442

294 Jefferson St, 25425

4095 Leetown Rd. 25443

716 Bloomery Rd, 25414

4210 Mission Rd. 25425

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JCPRC COMMISSION

The Jefferson County Parks and Recreation Commission meets at 7:00 p.m. every third Wednesday of each month, except August and December, at the Jefferson County Com-munity Center, located at Sam Michael’s Park. The JCPRC is always open to input from citizens in the community for ideas or programs that may be beneficial to the county. Call the JCPRC office at (304)728-3207 for more info or to re-quest to be put on the agenda for an upcoming meeting.

JCCC HOURS

Jefferson County Community Center Daily Fees:

Age Daily Punch Pass (20 visits)

No Expiration

Yearly Pass

Youth (6-18 years)

$1.50 $20.00 $125.00

Adults (19-59 years)

$2.00 $30.00 $150.00

Senior Adults (60+)

$1.00 $15.00 $100.00

JCCC Fees: Fees provide access to the fitness room, open gym and indoor walking track. Memberships and Punch Passes cannot be used toward programs or events. Addi-tional fees apply for indoor playground.

Jefferson County Community Center Hours :

Day Facility Hours

Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

Office Hours 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

Saturday 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.

Sunday 12:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.

Closures Observed:

Dates Hours

Christmas Holiday December 24-26 CLOSED

New Years Eve– December 31 CLOSED

New Years Day– January 1 CLOSED

Martin Luther King Jr Day-January 20

CLOSED

Presidents’ Day-February 17 CLOSED

In the event of inclement weather, the JCCC may open late or close early. Please call the cancellation line at 304-728-9044 before driving out.

BANNER & SPONSORSHIP If you own a business and are interested in becoming a part of our sponsorship program, please call (304) 728-3207 or visit our website at www.jcprc.org. Several sponsor packages are available to include banner, website and print packages.

CONTACT US

235 Sam Michael’s Lane, Shenandoah Junction, WV 25442 Phone: (304)-728-3207 Fax: (304)-728-9746 Website: www.jcprc.org

DAILY FEES

PARKS AND RECREATION STAFF Jennifer Myers Director David Kling Assistant Director Tim Lykins Community Center Manager Brenda Whittington Administrative Coordinator Joyce Moler Registrar

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All party packages are based on a maximum of 25 kids, ages 12 and under.

Base Party Package: $165.00 Full gym and Activity Room Includes 2 hour party rental, tables and chairs.

The JCCC is also available for reunions, baby showers, bridal showers, weddings, receptions, meetings, banquets and more!

Additional Add-ons Cost Standard Inflatable: $55.00 Mickey Park Inflatable: $65.00 (Ages 0-5) Interactive Slide: $75.00 Indoor Play Toys: $25.00

Reserve by Calling 304-728-3207 Teen Parties are Also Available!

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TO ALL THE LOCAL BUSINESSES THAT HELPED MAKE THE

JEFFERSON COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION

PROGRAMS A SUCCESS!

BANNER & SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM

If you own a business and are interested in

becoming a part of our sponsorship

program, please email Jennifer Myers at

jmyers@jcprc.org. Several sponsor

packages are available to include banner,

website and print packages.

304) 725-1918 www.kableteam.com

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PAYMENTS & FEES

Make your check (s) payable to the Jefferson County Parks

& Recreation

A $25 fee will be charged for all returned checks and

declined credit cards.

Incomplete registrations cannot be processed—full pay-

ment must accompany registration.

A $5 out-of-county fee will be charged to any person who

does not live within Jefferson County.

A $5 late fee if registration is received after the program

starts. JCPRC is not responsible for lost, late, or misdirected

mail.

Registration is for the program, not attendance—no make-

ups, refunds or credits for missed classes.

AGE POLICY

Program participants must be the advertised age for a pro-

gram before the program starts.

SCHOLARSHIPS

Scholarships are available for some programs.

Contact Brenda at the JCPRC (304) 728-3207 or email

bwhittington@jcprc.org for more information.

CANCELLATION POLICY

Programs may be cancelled due to insufficient registration,

school closings, or inclement weather. Call (304)728-9044

in the case of inclement weather.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR. NO REMINDERS WILL BE

SENT. You are only notified if there is a problem processing

your registration or if the class is cancelled.

MEDIA/PHOTOGRAPHY

The JCPRC reserves the right to take pictures at all events,

activities and programs. Pictures may be displayed in future

commercials, brochures and web publications.

ATTENTION PARENTS

JCPRC instructors or staff are not responsible for your child

prior to or after class time.

It is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to notify

JCPRC staff of any medical conditions/special needs of a

child prior to the start of class.

DISCIPLINE POLICY

The JCPRC has a discipline policy for recreation programs/

facilities. In the event the participant is asked to leave a

program/facility, no refund will be issued.

TRIPS ALCOHOL POLICY

We strive to have a family atmosphere on our trips. If you

choose to drink alcohol while on our trips please do so re-

sponsibly and make arrangements to have a designated

driver for your trip home from the bus drop off area.

REFUND POLICY

After initial registration, refund requests must be submitted

in writing at least five working days prior to the start of the

program and are subject to a $10 service charge. No re-

funds or credit will be given less than five days prior to the

class start or after a program has begun—NO EXCEPTIONS.

Monetary refunds will only be given due to the depart-

ment’s cancellation of a program. If insufficient registration

causes a program to be cancelled, participants will receive a

REFUND or CREDIT within one month of the program can-

cellation. For any program fee under $20 no refunds will be

processed, only credit to JCPRC accounts.

OOPS!

JCPRC staff has made every effort to prepare this activity

guide as accurately as possible. However, errors can occur.

Circumstances may require that adjustments be made to

programs, fees, schedules, etc. JCPRC staff reserves the right

to make any such adjustments. We apologize for any

inconvenience these errors or adjustments may cause.

REGISTRATION & POLICY INFORMATION

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We, the staff of the Jefferson County Parks and Recreation Commission (JCPRC), recognize our obligation to make our students and their parents fully aware of the inherent risk and hazards associated with sports & recreational activities that we offer. Students may suffer injuries, including, but not limited to minor injuries such as bruises and more serious injuries such as broken bones, dislocations, muscle pulls and stitches. There are many other risks of injury including catastrophic injuries such as permanent paralysis or even death from back, neck or head injuries which may arise due to partici-pation in this activity. JCPRC insists that all student and their parents agree to abide by all of the safety rules and policies of JCPRC. JCPRC, its coaches, volunteers, instructors and staff members will not accept responsibility of injuries sustained by any participant while participating in our programs. I hereby consent to have my child, participate in programs offered by the JCPRC. I have read the above information and am now fully aware of the hazards and risk associated and the distinct possibility of injuries that my child may suffer as a result of participation in the sport or activity, I realize it is not possible to specifically list each and every individual injury risk, and I voluntarily assume all the risks normally incident to the nature of the activities. It is hereby agreed that I, my executors, or other representatives waive and release all rights and claims for damages that I may have individually, or that my executors or other representatives may have on my behalf, or on behalf of my child, against JCPRC and/or Jefferson County Commission their representatives, whether paid or volunteer, for any injuries or damages that my child sustain in connection with programs or other activities related to the JCPRC. I also understand that any injury incurred and the resulting medical expense from that injury will be my responsibility and JCPRC will not be responsible for payment of any relat-ed expenses. Furthermore, it is the responsibility of the parent/guardian to notify JCPRC staff of any medical conditions/special needs of a child prior to the start of class. JCPRC, instructors, and staff are not responsible for your child prior to or after class time. I acknowledge that I have read and fully understand the information on registration guidelines and the refund policy. I realize inherent risks could be involved in these programs. Therefore, I shall not hold the JCPRC, Jefferson County Commission or their employees liable for injuries that might occur during these supervised programs.

New Customer

REGISTRATION FORM

PARENT HOME ( )

ADDRESS

WORK ( )

CITY STATE ZIP CELL ( )

EMAIL @

EMERGENCY CONTACT: _______________________________________ (not yourself – this person will be contacted IF we cannot reach the person listed above)

ALLERGIES OR MEDICAL CONDITIONS:

List participant and any allergies or medical conditions:

__________________________________________

__________________________________________

__________________________________________

RELATION:

Parent Grandparent Aunt/Uncle Friend Neighbor Other___________

PHONE ( )

( )

PARTICIPANT NAME DOB PROGRAM # CLASS TITLE T-SHIRT SIZE (if applicable)

FEE

/ / $

/ / $

/ / $

TOTAL DUE $

PAYMENT OPTIONS Rec’d by ______

Date___/___/___

OFFICE USE Cash Check #_______$ ______

Other: ________________________

REQUIRED CSC CODE: __ __ __

EX Date: /

I/WE HAVE READ THE BELOW PARTICIPANT WAIVER AND RELEASE AND SIGN IT VOLUNTARILY:

Credit Card/Participate Waiver Authorization Signature:

x_________________________________________________________

Online Registration

Go to www.jcprc.org

Pay with American Express,

Discover, VISA or MasterCard

anytime that’s convenient for

you!

Fax-In

304-728-9746

Fax form, including credit card number, exp.

date and 3 digit CSC. Call to confirm receipt

of fax.

Phone-In

304-728-3207

Pay with American Express, Discover, VISA or MasterCard,

Monday thru Friday, 8am -6pm. Phone registration takes

time. Especially for new customers creating a new account.

Please be patient. You can save time by registering online.

Registration is Easy! 5 EASY WAYS TO SIGN UP! Mail-In

Fill out a registration form.

Mail it with payment to

235 Sam Michael’s Lane,

Shenandoah Junction, WV 25442

Walk-in

Jefferson County Community Center

235 Sam Michael’s Lane,

Shenandoah Junction, WV 25442

Monday thru Friday, 8am-6pm.

235 Sam Michael’s Lane Shenandoah Junction, WV 25442 Phone: (304) 728-3207 Fax: (304) 728-9746 Email: Info@jcprc.org Website: www.jcprc.org

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