AUGUST - NOVEMBER 2018 ACTIVITIES GUIDE
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DIRECTORY 2 Fall Youth Programs 7 Fall Adult Programs 12 Fall Special Interest 15 Fall Adult Fitness 18 Park Facilities & Community Information 19 Community Information 21 Rentals 25 Program Scholarships 26 How to Register 27 Registration Form Classes represented with this icon are open to anyone within the age limit, but are specially designed to provide accommodations for aging adults.
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FALL YOUTH PROGRAMS NFL Flag Football Billings Parks & Recreation’s Youth NFL Flag Football program is ready for another action-packed season. Entering its 4th season this fall, we offer 6 practice locations for participants to choose from. Registration includes a NFL replica jersey and flag belt. Practice will begin August 29th at (Country Manor, Optimist, & Castle Rock) & August 30th at (Veterans, Hawthorne, & Gorham Park). The first two weeks of practice (8/29-9/6) will be for evaluations until teams can be formed. Games will be played Saturdays at Gorham Park for 5 weeks starting October 6th. Country Manor Park
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Ave. D & Country Manor Blvd.
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Optimist Park
Castle Rock Park
Morgan Ave & Hallowell Lane West Wicks Lane & Nutter Blvd.
M, W, Saturday Game Day M, W, Saturday Game Day M, W, Saturday Game Day
Activity # Location
6202 - A/B
6204 - A/B
A= 2nd & 3rd Grade B= 4th & 5th Grade
A= 2nd & 3rd Grade B= 4th & 5th Grade
Veterans Park
Hawthorne Park
13th Street West & Poly Drive Janie Street & Columbine Drive
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6207 - A/B
A= 2nd & 3rd Grade B= 4th & 5th Grade
Gorham Park Houle Drive & Miles Avenue
T, Th, Saturday Game Day T, Th, Saturday Game Day T, Th, Saturday Game Day
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6203 - A/B
6205 - A/B
6206 - A/B
A= 2nd & 3rd Grade
A= 2nd & 3rd Grade
A= 2nd & 3rd Grade
B= 4th & 5th Grade
B= 4th & 5th Grade
B= 4th & 5th Grade
August 29 & 30th - November 3rd $85/residents, $95/non-residents 2nd & 3rd Grade 5:15pm - 6:30pm
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4th & 5th Grade 6:30pm - 7:45pm
FALL YOUTH PROGRAMS NFL Flag Volunteer Coaches Needed The success of the NFL Flag Football program depends on great Volunteer Coaches! To help us keep the cost of the program affordable for all, Parks and Recreation relies on volunteer coaches who want to help their community and volunteer to coach a team. Training and resources to be successful will be provided. If you are interested in coaching, please attend the coaches meeting on Monday, August 27th at 6:00pm at the Parks and Recreation office (390 N. 23rd St.) Participants signed up at locations without coaches may be moved to other practice sites.
4th, 5th, & 6th Youth Basketball Come dribble into basketball season this October with Billings Parks & Recreation’s Fall Girls Basketball program. This is a great program for those newer to the game of basketball and would like to learn fundamental skills. Participants can choose between six middle school locations! Riverside, Will James, & Medicine Crow will practice on Mondays & Wednesdays, while Castle Rock, Lewis & Clark, & Ben Steele will practice Tuesdays & Thursdays. 4th – 6th grade boys basketball will begin in December! Location Days Activity # Location Days Activity # Date Cost Times
Riverside
Will James
6104 - A & B
Monday - Wednesday 6101 - A & B A= 2nd & 3rd Grade B= 4th & 5th Grade
A= 2nd & 3rd Grade B= 4th & 5th Grade
3700 Madison Ave
1200 30th St W
A= 2nd & 3rd Grade B= 4th & 5th Grade
Medicine Crow 900 Barrett Rd
6105 - A & B
Castle Rock
Lewis & Clark
Ben Steele
1441 Governors Blvd
1315 Lewis Ave
5640 Grand Ave
6101 - A & B
Tuesday & Thursday 6102 - A & B
6103-A & B
A= 2nd & 3rd Grade
A= 2nd & 3rd Grade
A= 2nd & 3rd Grade
B= 4th & 5th Grade
B= 4th & 5th Grade
B= 4th & 5th Grade
October 15 – December 8 $75/resident, $85/non-resident 6:30pm - 7:45pm Billings Parks & Recreation
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FALL YOUTH PROGRAMS Kids in the Kitchen Come make a mess this winter in Billings Parks & Recreation’s kitchen! We provide young chefs the opportunity to find success preparing their favorite dishes. Safety is important during this class and kitchen etiquette is taught to ensure each participant is safe. Each day of class will have its own theme and will build on the lessons learned in the previous week. Bring your creativity and appetite for this exciting class. Activity # Date Age Cost Days Times Location Enrollment
6035-A October 13 - November 3 Ages 10 - 13 $65/resident, $75/non-resident Saturday 9:30am - 12:00pm North Park Center (6th Ave. N. & N. 19th St.) Min. 6 / Max. 12
10U Indoor Tennis Lessons Tennis isn’t just a summer sport. This fall, we’ve brought our Tennis lessons indoors! Saturday lessons are conducted over a 4 week session at the North Park Center. All lessons follow the United States Tennis Associations for 10 & Under Tennis and Net Generation guidelines. 10 & Under tennis utilizes shorter nets, smaller court dimensions, a modified scoring system and modified balls that are better suited for younger player’s skill levels. All coaches are Net Generation Certified. To learn more about our programs and Net Generation visit. https://netgeneration.usta.com/ and type in Billings Parks and Recreation. Session 1 Activity # 6026-A 6026-B Age 7 & Under 7 & Up Times 10am - 11am 11am - 12pm September 8 - 29 Date Days Saturdays Cost 1 Session $90 Location North Park Center ( 6th Ave N. & N. 19th St) Enrollment Min.6 / Max. 15 4
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FALL YOUTH PROGRAMS Tennis is Elementary
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Billings Parks and Recreation in conjunction with USTA Montana is proud to announce the addition of Tennis is Elementary into Elementary schools across the Billings area. The Tennis is Elementary program provides young players the chance to learn basic fundamentals, teamwork, and sportsmanship from qualified tennis instructors. Using smaller racquets, nets, and court sizes, QuickStart tennis gives kids the opportunity to learn and start to play right away. This popular nationwide program teaches life skills, tennis and teamwork in a fun environment that allows your students to stay active while learning the fastest growing lifetime sport in the country. Participants in the afterschool camp get (8) focused 45min or 1-hour lessons that meet once a week after school in the gym or multipurpose room. All equipment needed to run the camp is provided, and the coach to player ratio is kept close to 8:1. The number of participants depends on the size of the gym. Each session focuses on a specific shot taught in the QuickStart method. The sessions are broken down into an intro activity, fitness component, lesson focus, and games. The camp uses stations to ensure that kids are moving the whole time and are not standing in line. All Instructors and Site Directors have attended a QuickStart Tennis training session and have submitted to a background check prior to starting work. Activity # Grade Times Date Days Cost Location
Activity # Grade Times Date Days Cost Location
Activity # Grade Times Date Days Cost Location
6033-A
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6033-B
K-5th K-3rd 2:35-3:20 4th-5th 3:20-4:20pm October 2nd - 26th Tuesdays and Thursdays K-3: $30/ 4th-5th: $35 Meadowlark Elementary 221 29th St W
6032-B
Session 1
6033-B
K-5th K-3rd 2:30pm-3:15pm 4th-5th 3:15pm-4:15pm October 2nd - 26th Tuesdays and Thursdays K-3: $30/ 4th-5th: $35 Alkali Creek Elementary 681 Alkali Creek Rd
6032-C
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6033-C
K-5th K-3rd 2:10pm-2:55pm 4th-5th 2:55pm-3:55pm October 2nd - 26th Tuesdays and Thursdays K-3: $30/ 4th-5th: $35 Orchard Elementary 120 Jackson St
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FALL YOUTH PROGRAMS Learn to Play Lacrosse
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This September, learn how to play the “fastest game on two feet”! Lacrosse is a combination of several sports, including basketball, soccer, and hockey. This camp will focus on the basic fundamentals of lacrosse: ground balls, cradling, passing/catching, and shooting. Each session will also include small-sided scrimmages to practice each of these learned skills. This will give campers the experience of playing this exciting game at high-speed. A Lacrosse stick is needed for this program.
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Session 1 6052-A does not include stick 6052-B includes stick 5:30pm – 7:00pm September 11 – September 27th Tuesdays and Thursdays $65 does not include stick $95 includes Lacrosse stick Optimist Park Ryan Ave and Hallowell Ln.
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FALL ADULT PROGRAMS
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Chess Tournament
Billings Parks and Recreation will be hosting its first ever Adult Chess Tournament. Test your skills against other players in the community. Be the one to announce the final “Checkmate!” Rated and Unrated divisions are offered. Participants are guaranteed 3 matches per division. Players are encouraged to bring their own chess set and clocks. Non-rated Rated Activity # 6240-A 6240-B 18+ Age November 10 sdj Date Saturday Days 9:00am - 4:00pm Times Cost $20 Billings Community Center (360 N. 23rd St.) Location Enrollment Min.6 / Max. 25
Adult Badminton
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Parks and Recreation is bringing back a favorite classic, Badminton! Come kick it “old school” in this high-speed game that is sure to make everyone’s grandparents jealous. Grab your partner and enter into this all-day double-elimination tournament. It’s going to be a Smash!
Activity # Date Age Cost Days Times Location Enrollment
6552-A November 10 18+ $35/team includes equipment Saturday 12:30pm - 6:00pm North Park Center (6th Ave. N. & N. 19th St.) Min. 6 / Max. 12
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FALL ADULT PROGRAMS Adult Tennis Under the Lights This Fall take advantage of the new lighted tennis courts at Pioneer Park with Adult Tennis lessons. Adult lessons will be taught by USPTA certified instructors.
Activity # Age Times Date Days Cost Location Enrollment
Session 1 6025-A
Session 2 Both Sessions 6025-B 6025-C 18+ 7:00pm - 8:30pm Aug 13 - Sept 26 August 13 - 29 September 10 - 26 Monday & Wednesday Both Sessions $140 One Session $75 Pioneer Park Tennis Courts Min. 4/ Max. 10
*Added non-resident fee of $10 per registration
Adult Soccer Come enjoy the Fall weather by playing in our Adult Soccer League. Men’s, Women’s, and Coed Leagues. Games are played 8v8 on junior fields. Co-Ed teams must have 2 females on the field at all times. The games will start Sunday September 9th. Deadline to register your team is Sunday, September 2nd. The team fee includes 7 regular season games.
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Mens Womens Coed 6200-A 6200-B 6200-C Sept 9 - Oct 21 18+ $300/team Sundays 12:00pm - 7:00pm Amend Park (King Ave. East and Nimitz Drive) Min. 5 / Max. 14
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FALL ADULT PROGRAMS CoEd Volleyball Billings Parks and Recreation CoEd Volleyball is back and ready to help you bump, set, and spike your way into Fall! Sign your team up now for some friendly team competition on the hardwood. Team fee includes 9 regular season games and a double-elimination postseason tournament. Teams must have a minimum of 6 players per team. Team registration must be submitted by Sunday, September 9th. Please indicate either a recreation or competitive division preference upon registration. Divisions may be combined due to low enrollment. *The Co-Ed Hit rule will apply*
Activity # Date Age Cost Days Times Location Enrollment
6300-A Sept. 16 - Dec. 9 18+ $300 per team Sundays 1:00pm - 8:00pm Castle Rock Middle School (1441 Governors Blvd) Min. 8 / Max. 22 Billings Parks & Recreation
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FALL ADULT PROGRAMS Adult 3 on 3 Basketball Tune up for Winter City League in our Fall Adult 3 on 3 Basketball league. Games will be played 3 on 3 with special half-court rules. We will be offering both Men’s/ Women’s Competitive & Recreation divisions. Recreation/Competitive Divisions may be combined due to low team enrollment. Team captains please designate your team name upon registration. Games will be call-your-own. Date
October 6th - November 11th Men's Comp. Mens's Rec. Women's Comp. Women's Rec. Activity # 6050-A 6050-B 6051-A 6051-B 18+ Age Times TBD Days Sundays $99/team Cost Location Area Middle Schools Enrollment Min. 6 / Max 20
Short Court Volleyball Tournament Billings Parks & Recreation will be hosting two, 2v2 short-court volleyball tournaments. Games will be played on a smaller court with similar rules to beach volleyball. Find your partner and don’t miss out on some high-speed volleyball action. Spiking, diving, and high-fiving are encouraged!
Session 1 Session 2 Date October 6th December 8th 6555-A 6555-B Activity # 18+ Age 9:00am - 4:00pm Times Saturdays Days $30 Team Cost North Park Center Location Enrollment Min. 6 / Max 10
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FALL ADULT PROGRAMS Adult Mens Flag Football Are you ready for some Football? The adult flag football season will begin on Sunday, September 9th. Don’t be left off of the field this fall, sign up today! Registration deadline for the 2018 season will be Friday, August 31st. Games are played on Sunday mornings. Registration includes a 7 week regular season and post-season play. Officials are needed for this league. If interested, please contact Billings Parks at Recreation at 406-657-8371 or apply online. Activity # Date Age Cost Days Times Location Enrollment
6800-B September 9 – November 11 18+ $300 per team with an additional $25 per player Sunday TBD TBD Min. 5 teams / Max. 10 teams
City League Basketball Don’t miss your chance to sign up your Men’s and Women’s Competitive, SemiCompetitive, or Recreational Basketball team in the Billings Parks and Recreation’s famous City League. The deadline to register your team is December 12th. A $350 team fee is due upon registration with an additional player fee of $50 per player due by January 3rd. Don’t wait until the last minute to register, space is limited! Teams can register online at BillingsParks.org or stop by the Parks & Recreation office (390 N. 23rd St).
Activity # Date Age Cost Days
7000-A January 16 – April 18 18+ $350 / team $50 per player Monday – Thursday and Sundays Monday – Thursday 7:00pm – 10:00pm Times Sunday 3:00pm – 9:00pm Location Area Middle Schools Enrollment Min. 6 / Max. 70
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FALL SPECIAL INTEREST Cooking for 1 Cooking for one and tired of finding recipes that feed six? Come try this interactive cooking class! Cook and try new recipes! This class is made possible through a partnership with the MSU Extension Yellowstone County. For questions about the class, contact Jackie Rumph at 406-256-2828. Activity # Date Age Cost Days Times Location Enrollment
6415-A September 24 - October 8 18+ $45/resident, $55/non-resident Monday 5:30pm - 7:00pm Billings Community Center (360 N. 23rd St) Min. 6 / Max. 12
Powerful Tools for Caregivers This educational series is designed for family and friends that are caring for a loved one. This care can look different for everyone, whether the loved one is living independently, in your home, or in a nursing home. Whether new to the caregiving or a veteran, this class provides a variety of tools to help you. This series is made possible through a partnership with the MSU Extension Yellowstone County. Register through Parks and Recreation. For questions contact Jackie Rumph at 406-256-2828. Activity # Date Age Cost Days Times Location Enrollment
6515-A October 4 - November 15 (no class 10/25) 18+ $45/resident, $55/non-resident Thursday 9:00am - 10:30am Billings Community Center (360 N. 23rd St) Min. 6 / Max. 16
De-Clutter As You Age
Who gets grandma’s yellow pie plate? This class is designed to help clean up your life from shelf to Chevy. Gain resources to declutter and estate plan. Learn ways to manage the stuff you have in an organized way, distribute non-titled property, plan wills, and prevent probate. Activity # Date Age Cost Days Times Location Enrollment
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6540-A October 29 - November 19 (no class 11/12) 55+ $45/resident, $55/non-resident Monday 10:00am - 11:00am Billings Community Center (360 N. 23rd St) Min. 6 / Max. 15
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FALL SPECIAL INTEREST Computer Fundamentals Part 1 Whether you need a refresher or are just beginning, this class is designed to provide you with the tools you need to get started and protect your personal information. The class will cover computer basics, mouse exercises, how to use the internet, file storage, protecting your computer from viruses, and protecting your personal information and identity. Activity # Date Age Cost Days Times Location Enrollment
6630-A August 14 - September 18 45+ $55/resident, $65/non-resident Tuesdays 1:30pm - 2:30pm Billings Community Center (360 N. 23rd St) Min 6 / Max 8
*Classes will be held in our computer lab. No personal computer is required*
Computer Fundamentals Part 2 Activity # Date Age Cost Days Times Location Enrollment
6631-A September 25 - October 30 45+ $55/resident, $65/non-resident Tuesdays 1:30pm - 2:30pm Billings Community Center (360 N. 23rd St) Min 6 / Max 8
This class is designed for individuals that have used a computer before but would like additional training. Each week, our instructor will build on the information learned the week before. The class will cover creating and using an email account, file storage/ transfer, installing/uninstalling applications, troubleshooting, and much more.
Downloading Digital Photos Session 1 Session 2 Activity # 6634-A 6634-B 18+ Age 2:00pm - 3:00pm Times Sept. 19 - Oct. 10 Oct. 17 - Nov. 7 Date Wednesdays Days $35/residnet, $45/non-resident Cost Billings Community Center (360 N. 23rd St) Location Enrollment Min. 4 / Max. 8
Learn to transfer photos from your camera to your computer. Your photos will be ready to print, email, or upload to Facebook! Bring your camera and spend 4 hours of exploring with us! Billings Parks & Recreation
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FALL SPECIAL INTEREST Intro to Woodcarving Woodcarving is one of the oldest art forms. Come learn from a group of woodcarving veterans. This is the perfect class for beginners. No tools or supplies are needed. Participants will learn about the types of carving tools, how to choose which wood to carve as well as chip carving, relief carving and in the round carving.
Activity # Date Age Day Cost Times Location Enrollment
6541-A Sept 20 - Oct 25
6541-B Nov 1 - Dec 13
18+ Thursday $35/resident, $45/non-resident 7:00pm - 9:00pm Billings Community Center (360 N. 23rd St) Min. 5 / Max. 15
Oil Painting Whether you’ve always wanted to try oil painting, or are a more seasoned painter, join us for a fun and informative class. We will explore different painting techniques and styles while trying our hand at landscapes, florals and animals subjects. Using class demonstrations, we will cover a two point perspective, preliminary sketches, and composition to help elevate your painting skills. A supplies list will be included for those new to oil painting.
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Session 1 6542-A Aug 7 - Sept 4
Session 2 Session 3 6542-B 6542-C Sept 11 - Oct 9 Oct 16 - Nov 20 no class 11/6 18+ 1:00pm - 3:00pm Tuesdays $40/resident, $50/non-resident Billings Community Center (360 N. 23rd St) Min. 6 / Max. 15
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FALL ADULT FITNESS Boosting your Balance As we get older, it can be frightening to think about losing our balance. Learn tips & tricks to improve or maintain your balance as you age. The class is taught with guest appearances by a Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant from St. John’s Lutheran Ministries Outpatient Rehab Services that specializes in balance, Parkinson’s Disease & Osteoporosis/Spine disorders. Activity # Date Age Cost Days Times Location Enrollment
6557-A Sept 19 - Oct 24 55+ $30/resident, $40/non-resident Wednesday 10:30am - 11:30am North Park Center (6th Ave. N. & North 21st St.) Min. 6 / Max. 25
Moderate Motion
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This is the perfect class for seniors that want to get moving but are unsure of how to start. If you have recently gone through a surgery or just have not been active for a while, this is the class for you! This class will incorporate standing and sitting exercises designed for beginners, mobility impaired, or balance impaired. Twice a week 45-minute classes Activity # 6549-A will rotate between group exercise Date Sept 18 - Oct 25 Age 55+ and circuit training on exercise Cost $35/resident, $45/non-resident machines. Once you leave this Days Tuesday & Thursday class, you will be prepared to Times 11:15am - 12:00pm enter a more advanced class or Location Billings Community Center (360 N. 23rd St) Enrollment Min. 6 / Max. 25 begin working out on your own.
Slow and Gentle Yoga
Experience the benefits of gentle yoga. This class is designed to provide increased flexibility & balance while improving strength for aging adults. Many of these classes are done from the comfort of your chair. If you have always wanted to try yoga but weren’t sure if your body could handle it, this is the series for you. Activity # Date Age Times Days Cost Location Enrollment
Session 1 6522-A Sept 17 - Oct 22
Session 2 6522-B Oct 29 - Dec 10
55+ 8:30am - 9:30am Monday $30/resident, $40/non-resident Billings Community Center (360 N. 23rd St) Min. 6 / Max. 15
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FALL ADULT FITNESS Fitness by Design New to fitness or get tired of always doing the same workout routine? This class is for you! A variety of instructors and workouts have been compiled into one great series! The class will feature strength training, aerobics, and more. All of the classes are tailored to fit the needs of aging adults, provide a social environment, improve strength, and increase flexibility. Session 1 2599-A
Activity # Date Age Times Days Cost Location Enrollment
Session 2 6599-A Oct 18 - Dec 18 Aug 23 - Oct 16 no class 11/6 & 11/22 55+ 10:00am - 11:00am Tuesday & Thursday $35/resident, $45/non-resident Billings Community Center (360 N. 23rd St) Min. 6 / Max. 25
Basic Beginner Line Dance Learn basic steps and line dance terminology. Dances geared towards levels 0-3 with many genres of music utilized. We encourage you to research the benefits of line dance including destress, improve your memory, make new friends, get some exercise, and have some fun while you are learning something new!
Session 1 Session 2 Activity # 6520-A 6520-B Date Sept 19 - Oct 24 Nov 7 - Dec 12 16+ Age 5:30pm - 6:30pm Times Wednesday Days $35/resident, $45/non-resident Cost Billings Community Center (360 N. 23rd St) Location Enrollment Min. 6 / Max. 20
Zumba Gold® Active older adults who are looking for a modified Zumba® class that recreates the original moves you love at a lower-intensity will enjoy this class. The design of the class introduces easy-to-follow Zumba® choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion, and coordination. Activity # Date Age Times Days Cost Location Enrollment
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Session 1 6526-A Sept 17 - Oct 29
Session 2 6526-B Nov 5 - Dec 10 (no class 11/22) 55+ 10:30am - 11:30am Mondays $35/resident, $45/non-resident Billings Community Center (360 N. 23rd St) Min. 6 / Max. 25
FALL ADULT FITNESS Strong and Fit 55+ The perfect strength training program for 55+ women! These workouts promise to improve strength, build lean muscle mass, and help combat a loss of bone density as you age. Come workout in a safe and supportive environment and build relationships with your classmates along the way!
Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Activity # 6550-A 6550-B 6550-C Date Nov 26 - Dec 21 Aug 27 Oct 3 (no class 9/3) Oct 5 - Nov 16 (no class 10/8 & 11/12) Age 55+ Times 9:15am - 10:15am Days Monday, Wednesday, Friday Cost $26/resident $35/resident, $45/non-resident Location Billings Community Center (360 N. 23rd St) Enrollment Min. 12 / Max. 35
Core Yoga This class aims to engage your abdominal muscles with Core Yoga poses. The poses help participants build a strong and stable center. A strong core has many benefits including a strengthened back, improved posture, and better balance. Core Yoga works by giving you the physical results you want, without the typical feeling of exhaustion after a long workout. Because the class aims to focus on the core muscles and would provide many benefits for seniors, this class would be safe for beginners and aging adults. Activity # Date Age Times Days Cost Location Enrollment
Session 1 6510-A Sept 25 - Oct 30
Session 2 6510-B Nove 13 - Dec 18
55+ 5:30pm - 6:30pm Tuesday $35/resident, $45/non-resident Billings Community Center (360 N. 23rd St) Min. 6 / Max. 25
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PARK FACILITIES, & COMMUNITY INFORMATION
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COMMUNITY INFO Volunteer Information If you are looking for a way to get involved in your community, the Parks and Recreation Department has a variety of service experiences to choose from. You can be matched with a project that fits your group or individual needs. Come have fun volunteering with the Parks and Recreation Department and make a difference in your Community. To view current opportunities visit the outreach tab on our website or contact the Volunteer Coordinator, Chris Waite (Contact information is located at the bottom of the page)
For more information contact Chris Waite 657-8308 WaiteC@ci.billings.mt.us
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COMMUNITY INFO Billings Community & Senior Center The Recreation division provides life-enriching programs to enhance emotional, social, physical, and spiritual wellness, for aging adults in Billings. Many of these programs are held at the Billings Community and Senior Center, however, our programs for 55+ adults in the community transcend the center into our parks and even in various trips throughout our great State!
Senior Scoop Newsletter
Stay in communication with the many senior programs, activities, and services by registering for free with the Billings Community and Senior Center. Registered users will receive a copy of the 55+ Senior Scoop in the mail quarterly.
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RENTALS Shelters Billings Parks and Recreation has some great shelters located throughout the city that are a perfect place to host a family reunion, company picnic, birthday party or get together! All picnic shelters are available on a first-come, first-serve basis unless they are reserved through a paid rental. Rental reservations for shelters must be paid for at the time of reservation. You can reserve your shelter online at BillingsParks.org or at the Parks and Recreation Offices. Some shelter rentals are available for a Full Day rental from 8:00am - 10:00pm, while other more popular shelters are available for a Half Day rental from 8:00am - 2:00pm or 3:00pm - 10:00pm.
Arrowhead Edgerton Hawthorne North #1 & #2 Riverfront #1 Riverfront #2 & #3 Rose Rosebud South South Gazebo Veterans Yellowstone Family Park
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RENTALS Indoor/Outdoor Facilities
Central Park Multi-Purpose Building
Billings Parks & Recreation has three Indoor/Outdoor Park Buildings located at Optimist Parks, Central and Highland. The indoor portion of these buildings have a food prep area, serving counter space, electrical outlets, a small utility sink, and room for seating. The outdoor covered portion has picnic tables and provides shade for you and your guests. The buildings are adjacent to playgrounds and/or spray grounds and restrooms. These facilities require a rental agreement and a $100 refundable damage deposit. Rental agreements must be filled at the Parks & Recreation Office (390 N. 23rd Street) Optimist Park: $100 Full Day (8am-10pm)
Central Park: $100 Full Day (8am-10pm)
4-picnic tables that may 2-8 ft picnic tables inside be used inside or outside (seats 5/6 people per side) 6-8 ft picnic tables outside (seats 5/6 people per side)
Highland Park: $100 Full Day (8am-10pm) 6-picnic tables that may be used inside or outside
Veterans & Gorham Park
Billings Parks & Recreation has two indoor multi-purpose buildings that are available for public rental. They are located in Gorham & Veterans Parks. Both are newly renovated buildings and are a great place to hold your event. The Rental Rates: multi-purpose buildings are adjacent to playgrounds and $100 (8am - 10pm) restrooms. These facilities require a rental agreement and Daily Rental *requires a $100 Refundable refundable damage deposit. Rental agreements must be Key & Cleaning Deposit. filled at the Parks & Recreation Office (390 N. 23rd Street)
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RENTALS North Park Center The North Park Center is located at 6th Ave. N. and North 19th Street. The center has approximately 5,600 sq. ft. all on one level. This includes a small gym and kitchen area complete with stove, refrigerator, and sink. The center also Rental Rates: features a multi-purpose room and restrooms. The building Hourly $35 is great for events of 100 or less such as meetings, social 1/2 Day $125 (6 Hours or less) gatherings, receptions and more! Full Day $250 (8am - 10pm)
Zimmerman Center Located at 1801 Virginia Lane in Pioneer Park. The building includes a food prep area, restrooms, and a multi-purpose room. This building is ideal for groups of 50 or less for meetings or social events. This heated Rental Rates: facility is available for the public to rent from 8am - 10pm. Hourly $30 A $100 refundable Cleaning and Key deposit is requred. 1/2 Day $100 (6 Hours or less) Full Day $200 (8am - 10pm)
These Facilities are heated and require a $100 Refundable Key & Cleaning deposit. These facilities require a Rental Agreement. Rental Agreements must be filled out at the Parks & Recreation Office (390 N. 23rd Street). Billings Parks & Recreation
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RENTALS Sound Stage Rentals
You provide the show and entertainment, we will provide the stage and setup. The portable stage has a 14’ x 28’ skirted platform, P.A. System with CD Player, and colored lighting.
Rental Rates: Non-Profit Organization/Non-Alcohol Event One Day $350 For-Profit Business/Alcohol served at Event One Day $550 PA System and CD Players One Day $75 Colored Can Spot Lighting One Day $100
Two Day $450 Two Day $650 Two Day $100 Two Day $150
*A refundable damage/cleaning deposit of $250.00 is due at the time of rental reservation. To reserve your Sound Stage, rental application, rental fee, & damage deposit must be submitted to the Parks & Recreation Office*
Alcohol Permits If you plan on having alcohol at your event you must purchase an Alcohol Permit from the Parks and Recreation Department Office. This is for beer and wine only (no glass containers). Permits may be obtained in person at the Parks & Recreation office. Alcohol permits cost $75 and are non-refundable & non-transferable. (No permits are issued for Coulson, Swords or Riverfront Parks) Park Use Permits A Park Use Permit is required for any event that is open to the general public and is available for requests to reserve a specific park area for weddings, company picnics or family reunions. Events open to the public include youth sports leagues, concerts, fun runs, and special group events. A $100 processing fee is charged on a per park basis for general permits and is non-refundable. Permits for athletic usage are per field/season and rates vary according to usage. Events open to the public require liability insurance that meets the mandatory guidelines contained in the application. You can pick up a permit application at the Parks and Recreation Department located at 390 North 23rd Street. Office hours are Mon - Fri, 8 am - 5 pm (excluding holidays) or download one off of the website:www.BillingsParks.org 24
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PROGRAM SCHOLARSHIPS Youth Scholarship Program The Billings Parks & Recreation Scholarship Fund provides youth in our community access to recreational programs whose families may be experiencing economic hardships. These scholarships provide eligible families exposure to positive experiences and active lifestyles. Through our programs, children are provided the opportunity to gain and refine life skills, and to develop positive personal and social assets. We need your help to provide recreation opportunities to children who would not otherwise have the opportunity! Your donation will help to provide an enrichment activity, class or program that will help a child build essential characteristics that are needed to succeed in life. 100% of the donations to this fund go directly to support scholarships for Billings’ youth. To apply for a scholarship, please stop by the Parks & Recreation office to pick up a scholarship application. For more information about donating, please stop by the Parks & Recreation office (390 N. 23rd St) or visit www.BillingsParks.org
Senior Scholarship Program Billings Parks and Recreation is dedicated to lifelong recreation no matter your economic status. Seniors, age 55+, may be eligible for our Senior Scholarship Program. The program is intended to help seniors with a limited income participate in fitness and recreation programs. The fund is functioning primarily off donations from our generous community members. 100% of donations to this fund will go towards directly supporting Seniors. If you would like to donate or apply for a scholarship please contact the Community Center office staff for an application. Billings Parks & Recreation
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HOW TO REGISTER HOW TO REGISTER:
Register Online @ www.BillingsParks.org -orat our Billings Parks and Recreation main office -orComplete the registration form on the next page and mail it in with full payment to the Parks and Recreation Office (390 N. 23rd St) For more information call the Parks and Recreation office 406-657-8371 Open Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm Register early, many of the activities have limited enrollment available. Be sure to include the activity number on your registration form, complete house hold information, read liability waiver/refund policy, and don’t forget to sign the form.
Payment: if you choose to write a check make it out to City of Billings
DEADLINES: Various programs may list activity deadlines for registration. Generally the deadline for registration is one week prior to the start of the activity, or session when there are multiple sessions being offered. This enables us to produce and distribute participant rosters to instructors as well as combine low enrollment classes rather than cancel them. ACTIVITY TRANSFER Requests to transfer to a different activity once registered must be done using our transfer form found our our website. Transfers from any activity must be submitted at least 7 days before the start date of the activity. Any transfer requests after 7 days will need a refund request form submitted also found on our website.
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NON-RESIDENT POLICIES For people who do not reside within the city limits there will be a non-resident fee of $10 per activity charged in addition to the regular program fee. This fee is non-refundable, except in the case of a cancelled or filled class which prohibits participation in a program. SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS Applications are available for low income families to apply for reduced fees for specific summer recreation programs. Applicants must be city residents and can receive up to a 75% discount if qualified. Reduced children’s pool passes are also available. Pick up an application in person at the Parks and Recreation Office to apply.
Registration Form FORM REGISTRATION Department of Parks,Billings Recreation and Public Lands Parks and Recreation North 23rd St. Billings, MT 59101 390390 North 23rd Street Billings MT 59101 (406) 657-8371 406 - 657 - 8371 www.BillingsParks.org BillingsParks.org
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390 N. 23rd Street, Billings, MT 59101 (406) 657-8371 www.BillingsParks.org
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