OUTDOOR PROGRAMS

National Archery Day

Dates: Saturday, May 13 Ages: 5-17 (youth must be accompanied by an adult) Time: 10:00 AM -

4:00 PM Location: Lone Star Lakes Park Cost: Free The Kingsboro Bowmen Archery Club and the City of Suffolk Department of Parks & Recreation have partnered to host a National Archery Day event! Join us on the archery range for instruction from USA- and ASA Archery-certified instructors. After you learn the basic techniques and safety procedures of archery, you will have the opportunity to shoot at still and 3-D targets. You will also compete in shooting games and other fun activities. Equipment will be provided but we encourage you to bring your own if you have it.

Parents Night Out

Dates: Saturday, May 13 Time: 6:00 - 8:00 PM Cost: Free

Ages: 4 - 10 Location: BTWRC

Drop off the kids for a night of fun! There will be pizza, games, a movie, dancing and so much more!

Adult & Pediatric CPR, AED, First Aid Class (American Red Cross certification)

Dates: Saturdays, May 13 or August 5 Time: 10:00 AM3:00 PM Cost: $45 Ages: 17+ Location: ESRC

Gain the knowledge and skill necessary to help sustain life and minimize the consequences of sudden illness as a result of breathing and cardiac emergencies by becoming certified in this one-day course. Register today and help save a life if the need ever arises!

Parent to Parent

Dates: Saturday, May 20 Time: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Cost: Free Ages: 18+ Location: NSRC

At this facilitated event, parents will take a deep dive into the highs and lows of parenting by sharing experiences and building relationships with others. Refreshments will be served.

Paddlesports Voyages: Kayaking

Date: Saturdays, June 3 & 24 Time: 10:00 - 11:30 AM

Location: Lone Star Lakes Park Age: 18+ Cost: $25 per participant, per session

Join us for a beautiful kayaking trip, mapped out and guided by a certified kayaking and canoeing instructor. Kayak’s will be provided but attendees are encouraged to bring their own, if possible. Paddles, life jackets, and dry bags will be provided.

Yoga Daze

Date: Saturdays, July 8 & 15 Time: 9:00 - 10:00 AM

Location: Bennett’s Creek Park Age: All (youth must be accompanied by an adult) Cost: $5 per participant, per session

Organic Roots will host two sessions of outdoor yoga. Bring your own yoga mat or beach towel.

Event information is subject to change.

My First Dance

Dates: Saturday, June 10 Time: 5:00 - 7:00 PM Cost: $20 per couple Ages: 4+ Location: ESRC

Join us for an enchanted night to remember! This dance is open to fathers (and father figures) accompanying their daughters. Participants should come dressed in their finest attire to enjoy an evening filled with refreshments, dancing, and endless fun! A parent or guardian must be present during this event.

Office On Youth

The Suffolk Office on Youth was established in 2006 to oversee prevention and outreach programs to assist youth and families in improving their overall quality of life. Through programs, resources, and partnerships, Office on Youth works to create a positive, nurturing, and healthy community for every child in Suffolk. For more information on the Office on Youth, contact Rickeda Fofana at rfofana@suffolkva.us or (757) 514-4503.

Therapeutic Recreation

Camp Limitless

Dates: Monday, June 26 - Friday, August 4 Time: 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM Cost: $50 per week Ages: 6-17

This therapeutic summer camp is for children and adolescents with special needs and abilities. This innovative program allows campers to flourish in a structured environment while feeling comfortable and secure. Participants can expect an eventful daily camp experience full of activities including: arts and crafts, weekly fieldtrips, sensory activities, daily living skills, games and exercise.

Tea Party with Auntie

Dates: Saturday, August 5 Time: 1:00 - 2:30 PM Cost:

$15 per couple Ages: 4+ Location: Planter’s Club

Let’s Par-Tea! Join us for an elegant afternoon tea party and refreshments with your favorite aunt! This event will feature interactive activities and door prizes for a truly memorable experience.

Hours of Operation

Tuesday - Saturday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Sunday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Mondays - Closed

118 Bosley Ave, Suffolk, VA 23434 Free and open to the public.

Owned and operated by the City of Suffolk, the Suffolk Art Gallery is an eclectic, exciting venue for thought-provoking artwork. It is home to the oldest and largest juried photography exhibition in Hampton Roads and hosts many regional and local artists in a mix of invitational and juried exhibits. The Gallery provides hands-on art experiences, and offers a rotating selection of art classes suitable for all interests, ages and skills levels.

Exhibits

Re-Art: An exhibit illustrating the importance of recycling through art

Dates: Friday, April 28 - Friday, June 2 Time: Open during gallery operating hours Ages: All Cost: Free Location: Suffolk Art Gallery

Featuring works from local and regional multi-media artists, all items on display will include the creative reuse of objects. These objects may not be considered art materials or are incorporated in a manner outside of its initial purpose.

Creating with Resin

Dates : Tuesday & Wednesday, August 15 & 16

Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Ages: 55+ Cost: Free with active annual recreation center membership

Location: Suffolk Center for Cultural Arts

Tap into your creativity while you learn to create beautiful masterpieces with resin. These interactive classes will provide seniors the opportunity to socialize with one another while learning a new skill. The classes are in partnership with Tidewater Arts Outreach and space is limited. All supplies will be provided.

Tennis Classes

Dates: Wednesday, May 3 - Saturday, June 10 Location: Lake Meade Park

*Parent must remain on-site during lessons

Adult Tennis Social Doubles Play

Dates: Thursday, May 4 - Friday, June 9 Cost: $30 per participant Location: Lake Meade Park

Organized play for six weeks. New tennis balls are provided each week.

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High School/Challenger Tennis Tournament

Dates: Saturday, July 29 Cost: $20 per participant Location: Lake Meade Park

Adult Fall Softball

Registration: Monday, July 10 - Friday, August 18 Ages: 18 + Cost: $350 per team Location: Monogram Ballfield & Peanut Park

This league begins September 1 and will last eight weeks. A tournament will be held at the conclusion of the regular season.

Legs, Glutes, Maximizing

Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays, May 30 - June 22 Time: 6:00 - 6:45 AM Ages: 17+ Cost: $10 Location: CMRC

This 45-minute class includes toning, shaping, and strengthening your legs and glutes (buttocks). Join us to ‘maximize’ your fitness journey.

Stretch & Balance

Dates: Mondays & Wednesdays, July 3 - 26 Time: 11:00 - 11:45 AM Ages: 17+ Cost: $8 Location: CMRC

This class stretches your muscles and joints which lead to greater range of motion, improved balance, increased flexibility, and enhanced coordination and strength in your daily activities.

Waist Removal: Abs

Date: Mondays & Fridays, May 1 - September 1 Time: 10:00 - 11:00 AM Age: 17+ Cost: Free with active annual & fitness membership Location: ESRC

This class will focus on all of the muscles from your shoulders, hips and torso. A variety of exercises will be utilized such as calisthenics, isometrics, strength and endurance. Bring a water bottle and come prepared to work!

Personal Training

Fit Factory Boot Camp

Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays, August 8 - 31 Time: 6:007:00 PM Ages: 17+ Cost: $12 Location: CMRC

This four-week program gives your body a challenged and rewarding workout. All fitness levels are welcome.

Relax & Unwind

Dates: Fridays, May 5 - September 1 Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Ages: 17+ Cost: Free with active annual & fitness membership Location: ESRC

Having trouble reaching your toes? This could be due to a lack of mobility in the joints and flexibility in the muscles. Relax and unwind with us and feel better in no time!

Women on Weights

Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays, May 2 - August 31 Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM Age: 17+ Cost: Free with active annual & fitness membership Location: ESRC

You will learn how to use the various pieces of equipment in our fitness center and be confident from now on in the gym!

Dates: Year-round Ages: 17+ Cost: $10 an hour/ $90 for 10 sessions (10 hours) Location: ESRC & CMRC

Do you have health and wellness goals and aren’t sure how to reach them? Lose weight, gain strength, or simply get motivated; whatever your goals our Fitness Specialist can help you reach them! Get a FREE fitness assessment, then sign up for training sessions based on a personal program designed around your goals and assessment results for only $10 per hour. Receive a discount when you select our personal training package of 10 one-hour training sessions for only $90. Personal training sessions are by appointment only.

Fitness Membership (active annual membership required)

Ages: Resident: Non-Resident:

Teens 16-17 $7 per month $8.75 per month

Adults 18+ $10 per month $12.50 per month

Seniors 55+ $5 per month $6.75 per month

Stay tuned for additional classes at our newest facility: Bennett’s Creek Recreation Center.

Line Dance Class

Dates: Year-round Time: Mondays 6:00 - 7:00 PM; Thursdays 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Ages: 18+ Cost: $20 for 6 weeks; $4 drop-in rate Location: ESRC

Learn exciting line dances with us! Classes are set to the latest R & B music and are a great way to relieve stress, exercise and have fun.

COMMIT Dance Fitness

Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays, Year-round Time: 6:30 - 7:30 PM Ages: 17+ Cost: $20 for 6 weeks; $4 drop-in rate Location: ESRC

COMMIT dance fitness creates a sense of community through music, dance and fitness. While listening to a variety of hits you will dance to easy-to-learn choreographed routines. Experience what all the hype is about and COMMIT to your goals today!

Senior Aerobics

Date: Tuesdays & Thursdays, Year-round Time: 10:00 - 11:00 AM Age: 55+ Cost: $12 for 6 weeks; $2 drop-in rate Location: ESRC

Calling all active adults! This class can be completed from a chair or while standing. Participants will gain fitness knowledge, get a great strength and endurance workout, and get to know Mrs. Betty who has been teaching the class more than 40 years!

Step Up & Go Walking Club

Dates: Wednesdays, Year-round Time: 10:00 - 11:00 AM

Ages: 17+ Cost: Free with active annual & fitness membership Location: Various parks and walking paths throughout the City

There is nothing like a great walk on a beautiful day! You will be burning calories while enjoying the company of others.

Event information is subject to change.