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SPRING / SUMMER 2024 THE WREC | AQUATIC CENTER | THE BUZZ

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TABLE SECTION OF CONTENTS TITLE TABLE OF CONTENTS.........................................................3 CHEROKEE COUNTY PARKS MAP..........................................4 ABOUT CHEROKEE COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION...............5 RENTAL FACILITIES...........................................................6 SPECIAL EVENTS..............................................................8 COMMUNITY OUTREACH...................................................11

IMPORTANT INFORMATION AT THE AQUATIC CENTER............... 12 TEAMS • LESSONS • FITNESS AT THE AQUATIC CENTER............ 13 AMERICAN RED CROSS CLASSES AT THE AQUATIC CENTER.........14 CHEROKEE YOUTH SPORTS............................................... 16 ADULT ATHLETICS........................................................... 19 PROGRAMS AT THE BUZZ.................................................20 GYMNASTICS AT THE BUZZ............................................... 22 OUTDOOR RECREATION................................................... 24 TUMBLE & GYMNASTICS AT THE WREC................................. 26 DANCE AT THE WREC....................................................... 27 WINTER, SPRING, SUMMER BREAK CAMPS.......................... 28 SPECIALTY CAMPS..........................................................30 INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMMING....................................... 32 THERAPEUTIC RECREATION.............................................. 34 ADDITIONAL RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES....................... 37

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CHEROKEE COUNTY PARKS MAP

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CHEROKEE RECREATION & PARKS

The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) Cherokee Recreation & Parks Agency (CRPA) achieved national accreditation in May 2021. As part of the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA) process, CRPA created, approved, and implemented the following: • A Standard Operations Procedures Manual covering 50+ new or amended policies or procedures •

A Park Maintenance Manual for all 23 parks and facilities

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Adopted a new strategic plan for the next five years

• Trained staff in areas such as de-escalation tactics, developing and evaluating programs, using social media, and reducing risk in agency programs and facilities

OUR We seek a future where the full power of parks and recreation is widely recognized for creating a better life for everyone by building strong, healthy, and resilient communities. We advance this vision by investing in and championing the profession as a catalyst of positive change for equity, climate readiness, and overall well-being.

CRPA officially passed 149 out of 154 CAPRA standards, becoming the eleventh accredited agency in Georgia. Eleven full-time employees at CRPA are Certified Parks and Recreation Professionals (CPRP).

CRPA is proud to be a Better Sports for Kids Quality Program Provider. This prestigious designation recognizes organizations that have met an equally high standard when administering youth sports programming. Earning the designation means that the agency has taken the necessary steps to ensure a safe, quality playing environment for children.

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THE BUZZ

VICTORY HALL Victory Hall at the Buzz is an elegant event space with a warming kitchen, separate entrance, and a veranda with extra outdoor seating overlooking the rolling hills of Cherokee Veterans Park. Accommodates up to 200 guests.

Alcohol serves allowed with approved permits.

The Buzz – Located on the grounds in Cherokee Veterans Park, The Buzz has several rental options: • Classrooms • Aerobics Room • Multi-Use Gymnasium • Rock Wall • Victory Hall Event Space • Fitness Membership

PARK PAVILIONS

FIRE STATION

COMMUNIT Y ROOMS

Imagine your next event with us.

More than a dozen park pavilions are located throughout Cherokee County and are available to rent. Ideal for family gatherings, picnics, and birthday parties.

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HICKORY FLAT GYM

This newly renovated, popular facility is centrally located for easy access.

Monday–Friday, 4:00–8:00 p.m.

Saturday–Sunday, 9:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.

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UNION HILL COMMUNITY CENTER

Nestled in the quiet community of Union Hill, this historic building serves as a community center. Weddings, receptions, birthday parties, and corporate events find this venue to be a perfect fit.

Alcohol approved with permit.

THE WREC (SOUTH ANNEX)

For more information on renting one of our county facilities, please visit our website at PlayCherokee.org.

To make a reservation, call our office at The WREC 770-924-7768 or The Buzz 770-501-8002.

Located in the heart of Woodstock, The WREC has variety of available rentals: Gym, Stage, Aerobic Room, Kitchen and Community Room

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5K WALK/RUN Cherokee Recreation and Parks will host the 18th Annual Guns and Hoses 5K Run/Walk to raise money for charitable causes selected by the Cherokee County Sheriff’s Office and the Cherokee County Fire Department. When registering, each runner will select a team to represent, and a portion of the registration fee will go toward their chosen charity.

The Guns and Hoses 5K is a certified race for the Peachtree Qualifier!

• Saturday, February 10 • Race starts at 8:00 a.m.

• Hobgood Park • $35 per runner (early registration) • $40 per runner (day of race) For sponsorship information, contact Jessica Hallman at JSHallman@CherokeeGA.com.

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Flashlight Egg Hunt Join us for the annual Flashlight Egg Hunt under the stars. Children will be separated into age groups before the hunt. Participants will meet the Easter Bunny, make and take crafts, dance to music, enjoy face painting, shop vendors, visit food trucks, and enjoy the kid zone. There will be a sensory friendly egg hunt in the adjacent field.

Friday, March 15, 6:00 p.m. (gates open) Hunt Schedule: Ages 1–5: 7:30 p.m.

Ages 6–12: 8:00 p.m.

Location: Cherokee Veterans Park Pre-Register $10 per child, $15 per child on day of registration (bring cash) Event suited to children 12 years of age and under.

Pre-Registration encouraged.

For more information, contact Jessica Ascenzo at JNAscenzo@CherokeeGA.com or 770-501-8002.

TUESDAYS AT THE PARK

Join us for an evening in the park with vendors, food trucks, and games. April and September will showcase the Children’s Entrepreneur Market (ChildrensEntrepreneurMarket.com).

There is no entry fee for the event.

Children’s Entrepreneur Market Date: Tuesday, April 30 Time: 5:00–8:00 p.m.

Location: JJ Biello Park Relay Races, Camp Games, Field Day Games Date: Tuesday, May 28 Time: 5:00–8:00 p.m.

Location: Patriots Park

Children’s Entrepreneur Market Date: Tuesday, September 24 Time: 5:00–8:00 p.m.

Location: JJ Biello Park

TUESDAYS AT THE WATER PARK Tuesday, August 27 | 5:00–8:00 p.m.

Aquatic Center | $5 admissions fee to the Oasis

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Spring has sprung and we are celebrating with an Easter-themed extravaganza!

Children will enjoy Wibit, rabbit petting zoo, face painting, arts and crafts, music, and egg hunts inside the pool and outside on the lawn.

Bring your camera—you won’t want to miss selfies with the Easter Bunny!

UNDERWATER EGG HUNT | 3:00–5:00 P.M. An event for children between the ages of four and twelve.

Register each child for a fifteen-minute time slot.

Time slots fill up quickly, so hop to it!

Saturday, March 30

OUTSIDE EGG HUNT | 2:00–2:30 P.M. Get ready! Get set! Go! Toddlers (three years old and younger) will charge the lawn to gather up colorful eggs.

Bring an Easter basket and running shoes.

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Aquatic Center | $10 per person 1200 Wellstar Way, Canton, GA 30114 For more information contact Amanda Lane at ACLane@CherokeeGA.com or call 678-880-4760.

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PROJECT VALENTINE

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The Georgia Family Connection Partnership estimates that more than 2,000 Cherokee County children live in poverty. Let’s help the Easter Bunny deliver baskets full of happiness to those children this year!

Bring an Easter Basket (handmade or purchased) loaded with gifts from the list below. You’re welcome to wrap the baskets in clear wrap, but that is not necessary. Donated candy must remain in the original, sealed packaging.

Cherokee Recreation and Parks will collect donations for Project Valentine. Fun donations will be made into goody bags and delivered to Empower Cherokee participants. Items include ChapStick, lotion, sticky notes, pens, markers, word searches, art or music activities, candy (sugar-free and regular), and any holiday-related items. Donated candy must remain in the original, sealed packaging.

Accepting donations from January 8–February 8 Donations drop-offs are welcome during regular business hours at The WREC, Cherokee Aquatic Center, and The Buzz.

For additional information, visit PlayCherokee.org, or contact Jessica Hallman at JSHallman@CherokeeGA.com or 770-924-7768.

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Basket Content Ideas (Easter-related items only, please): • Easter Candy • Easter Coloring Book • Crayons • Color Pencils • Easter Socks • Easter Puzzles • Bunny, Lamb, or Chick Stuffed Animals • Toy Easter Eggs • Easter books (ages 1-12) Accepting donations between February 26–March 24 Donations drop-offs are welcome during regular business hours at The WREC, Cherokee Aquatic Center, and The Buzz.

For additional information, visit PlayCherokee.org, or contact Jessica Hallman at JSHallman@CherokeeGA.com or 770-924-7768.

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POOL SCHEDULES

Pool Schedules are posted online and on Facebook Competition Pool closes at 1:00 p.m. on May 27, July 4, September 2 Outdoor Oasis closes at 4:00 p.m. on July 4, August 18

ADMISSIONS INFORMATION Indoor Recreation and Competition Pools GROUP

DAILY ADMISSIONS

3-MONTH PASS

ANNUAL PASS

Under 2

FREE

FREE

FREE

Ages 2-13

$6

$70

$230

Ages 14-54

$7

$105

$345

Ages 55+

$6

$70

$230

Family Pass*

X

$230

$500

Family Add-On Pass**

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$50

$125

* A family pass includes admission for four (4) people living in the same household. ** A family add-on pass is only available to those who have purchased a family pass.

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SWIMMING LESSONS FOR ALL AGES

Cherokee County Aquatic Center swimming lessons emphasize water safety and skill development in a safe, fun environment. Group swim lessons and private lessons are offered.

GROUP LESSONS

The American Red Cross and Water Safety program is offered at the Cherokee County Aquatic Center. The different courses seek to help participants of all ages and varying abilities develop familiarity with being in the water and learning basic skills for aquatic safety, survival, and recreational swimming while developing an awareness of how to stay safe in, or around, water.

PRIVATE LESSONS

LEVELS OFFERED P arent/Child, 6 months–3 years of age Preschool, 3–5 years of age 6–12 years of age Adult 12 years of age and up A merican Red Cross levels 1–5

Private swimming lessons are available for ages five and up. Request forms are found on the website (PlayCherokee.org) or in The Aquatic Center at the front desk. Requests will be handled on a firstcome, first-served basis. The instructors will create a schedule after the group lesson schedule is determined.

For more information regarding swimming lessons, or to register, visit our website at PlayCherokee.org.

YEAR-ROUND WATER AEROBIC CLASSES

Dates: Ongoing Days: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays Shallow water: 8:00–8:50 a.m. (recreational pool) Deep water: 9:00–9:50 a.m. (competition pool) Daily admission: $6 10-punch pass card: $50 25-punch pass card: $120

Visit PlayCherokee.org page for available classes and schedules.

For more information contact Amanda Lane at ACLane@CherokeeGA.com or 678-880-4760.

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WATER WALKING AT THE OASIS OUTDOOR SUMMER WATER AEROBICS

Dates: Days: Time: Daily admission: 10-punch pass card: 25-punch pass card:

May–September Mondays–Thursdays 7:00–8:00 p.m. $6 $50 $120

Visit PlayCherokee.org for available classes and schedules.

For more information contact Amanda Lane at ACLane@CherokeeGA.com or 678-880-4760.

POOL PARTY PACKAGES

Celebrate with us! Our Paradise Package accommodates up to 25 guests and includes 2.5 hours of pool and pavilion time. This package consists of the rented space. The party host is welcome to bring their decorations, cake, and food. For more information, or to book a party, contact Lauren Martin LEMartin@CherokeeGA.com or 678-880-4760.

Package Price:

$275*

*Each person (child and adult) in attendance is considered a guest.

STROKE AND TURN CLINICS

Stroke and Turn Clinics for swimmers will be held during the months of April and May. Please see our Facebook page (@CherokeeCountyAquatic) or our website (PlayCherokee.org) for clinic dates and times.

Cost:

$10 per class

SWIM TEAMS

The Aquatic Center is the home to the Pelicans Summer Swim Team, and the Pelicans USA Club Swim Team. All teams provide a fun and safe environment for young swimmers. Tryouts are required for each group—see following for minimum qualifications. We also provide the opportunity for swimmers to get ready for the summer swim season with our Dive Certification and Stroke Clinic programs.

PELICANS SUMMER SWIM TEAM

BE A PART OF GRPA SWIMMING Summer Swim Season: April 29–June 28 May Practice Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday evenings June Practice Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday mornings Cost: $180 Registration Open: February 2 Minimum Tryout Requirement: Team members must be able to complete a twenty-five-yard stretch demonstrating freestyle and backstroke skills without stopping.

PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT

Drop your kids with us and go out!! Take advantage of a couple free hours while we tire out the kids. Participants will play in the pool, eat a meal, choose from games or arts and crafts, and watch a movie. All nonswimmers are placed in lifejackets and there is a counselor in the water while they have their swim time.

For more information contact Amanda Lane at ACLane@CherokeeGA.com or 678-880-4760.

Time: Cost:

5:30–10:00 p.m. $25/child

CHEROKEE SWIM CLUB

BE A PART OF USA SWIMMING Registration Open: June 7 Year-Round Club Season: August 5–July 27 Cost: Annual registration fee + monthly installments Club Team Practice: Pending group placement, practices are on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays.

Friday, March 8

Friday, June 7

Minimum Tryout Requirement: Must be able to complete a twenty-five-yard stretch demonstrating freestyle, backstroke, butterfly, and breaststroke skills without stopping

Friday, March 15

Friday, June 28

CHEROKEE SWIM CLUB LONG COURSE SWIM TEAM

Friday, April 12

Friday, July 12

Friday, April 26

Friday, July 26

DATES

Friday, May 10

Friday, August 9

Friday, May 17

Friday, August 23

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Registration Open: Summer Swim Season: Practice Schedule:

Ongoing, year-round May 3–July 29 Tuesday evenings, Thursday evenings, and Saturday mornings

Minimum Tryout Requirement: Team members must be able to complete a twenty-five-yard stretch demonstrating front crawl, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly without stopping.

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AMERICAN RED TITLE CROSS CLASSES SECTION AT THE AQUATIC CENTER

For over 100 years, the American Red Cross has been preparing people with the skills and expertise necessary in the event of an emergency. Our Red Cross courses and training are regarded as the best available, designed to keep you informed on the latest and most effective lifeguarding techniques while keeping the lives around you safe and in skilled hands.

CPR/AED/FIRST AID CLASSES:

When you take a first aid class from the American Red Cross, you’ll gain skills necessary to help others during times of crisis. Designed to last just a few short hours, our first aid classes can help you recognize the signs that someone needs help and administer the right type of care.

Dates:

Sunday, March 10 Sunday, April 21 Sunday, June 9 Sunday, July 7 1:00–3:00 p.m.

Cherokee Aquatic Center $65

Time: Location: Cost

BLENDED LEARNING:

Featuring award-winning simulation learning, our blended learning programs combine self-paced, interactive instruction and in-person skills sessions. This Blended Learning Course allows you to learn on your schedule, then demonstrate your skills to a certified instructor.

PREREQUISITES:

This award-winning Blended Learning Course requires an online component of the course be completed prior to the first day of class.

Students must be at least fifteen years of age by the last day of class.

For more information contact Amanda Lane at ACLane@CherokeeGA.com or call 678-880-4760.

BABYSITTING + PEDIATRIC CPR CLASSES

The course provides aspiring babysitters with the knowledge and skill set necessary to care for children and infants safely and responsibly. This training helps participants develop leadership skills, learn how to develop a babysitting business, keep themselves and others safe, help children behave, and learn the basics of childcare and first aid. Safe Kids Cherokee County will stop by for a Safely Administering Medication and Safe Sleeping course. This course will also certify participants who meet pediatric first aid and CPR requirements.

Dates:

Times: Location: Cost: Prerequisites:

Saturday, March 9 Saturday, April 20 Saturday, June 8 Saturday, July 6 9:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Cherokee Aquatic Center $99 Students must be between the ages of eleven and fifteen.

For more information contact Amanda Lane at ACLane@CherokeeGA.com or call 678-880-4760.

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LIFEGUARD CLASSES

The American Red Cross Lifeguard Classes are designed to teach the basics of water safety and the proper protocol when dealing with any emergency in and around water. The Red Cross blends traditional lecture style and crucial hands-on training to teach effective techniques that deliver prompt care to those in need.

Students who successfully pass this seven-hour class will be certified lifeguards.

WE’RE HIRING!

DATES Saturday, March 2

Saturday, June 1

Sunday, March 3

Sunday, June 2

Saturday, April 13

Saturday, July 13

Sunday, April 14

Sunday, July 14

Saturday, May 4

Saturday, August 10

Sunday, May 5

Sunday, August 11

Times: Location: Cost:

10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Cherokee Aquatic Center $225

PREREQUISITES:

This award-winning Blended Learning Course requires an online component of the course to be completed before the first day of class.

Students must be at least fifteen years of age by the last day of class.

Students must pass a pre-course swimming skills test before taking lifeguarding courses.

For more information, contact Amanda Lane at ACLane@CherokeeGA.com or call 678-880-4760.

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CHEROKEE YOUTH SPORTS

CHEROKEE YOUTH BASKETBALL Cherokee Youth Basketball is open to all eligible Cherokee County residents (kids in grades K–12). This league welcomes more than 4,000 players every season. Through a strategic partnership with the Cherokee County School District, players in grades K–5 represent their current elementary school; players in grades 6–8 grade represent the high school that they will attend; and players in grades 9–12 are to form their own rosters and register as a team.

Ages:

CHEROKEE YOUTH BASKETBALL SUMMER 3V3 LEAGUE

The Cherokee Youth Basketball Summer League is designed to promote the game of basketball during the off-season. This program teaches children to score and play defense in a fastpaced environment. Each team will have five players and engage in 18-minute, half-court, 3v3 games. Two games will be played at each event. Games will take place at gyms throughout the county. No standings will be recorded for this league. The season will begin the first full week of June. Each player will receive a uniform and an eight-game schedule.

Ages: Date: Time: Location: Cost: Registration: Contact:

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Date: Time: Location: Cost: Registration: Contact:

Grades K–12 2024-25 academic calendar October–March TBD Various Locations $200 per player (Grades K–8) $925 Per Team (Grades 9–12) August 1–October 1 Leigh Prickett LAPrickett@CherokeeGA.com

Grades 3–8 based on the 2024-25 academic calendar June TBD Various Locations $110 per player $425 per team April 8–May 10 Leigh Prickett LAPrickett@CherokeeGA.com

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CHEROKEE YOUTH SOFTBALL SPRING 2024 SEASON

CHEROKEE YOUTH LACROSSE Cherokee Youth Lacrosse (CYL) is a youth recreational league for Cherokee residents in grades K–8. The league is broken down by gender, age, grade, and respective high school districts when possible.

Ages: Date: Times: Location: Cost: Registration: Contact:

Grades K–8 based 2024-25 academic calendar February–May TBD Various parks throughout the county Little LAXers (K–1), $60 Grades 2–8, $230 November 27–February 5 Nick Hoskins NCHoskins@CherokeeGA.com

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Cherokee Youth Softball (CYS) is a youth recreational softball league for girls ages 3–18. The league’s age control date is September 1, 2023.

Ages: Date: Time: Location: Cost: Registration: Contact:

3–18 2024-25 academic calendar February–May TBD Various parks throughout the county 6–18 years of age, $200 5 years of age and younger (T-Ball), $115 December 4, 2023–January 29, 2024 Alex Brehony ANBrehony@CherokeeGA.com

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CHEROKEE YOUTH VOLLEYBALL CAMPS — SUMMER 2024 SEASON

CHEROKEE YOUTH GIRLS FLAG FOOTBALL Cherokee Youth Girls Flag Football (CYGFF) provides elementary and middle school girls with their own shot at the world of football. CYGFF allows athletes to properly learn flag football fundamentals before taking the sport on at the high school level.

Date: Locations: Ages: Cost: Contact: Registration Dates:

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March 27–May 17 2024-25 academic calendar Various parks throughout the county Grades 4–8 based on 2024-25 academic calendar $125 Nick Hoskins NCHoskins@CherokeeGA.com February 5–March 11

Cherokee Youth Volleyball Camp is an opportunity to learn volleyball for girls and boys ages 8-15. We are offering two camp sessions this summer, one intro camp in June that will go over basic volleyball skills from passing, setting, serving and hitting. The second camp held in July will focus on more advanced volleyball skills. Contact: Alex Brehony, ANBrehony@CherokeeGA.com

Intro Camp Ages: Date: Time: Location: Cost: Registration:

8–12 years of age June 10–June 13 6:30 p.m.–8:00 p.m.

The BUZZ $50 April 15 – June 10

Advanced Camp Ages: Date: Time: Location: Cost: Registration:

10–15 years of age July 22–July 25 6:30 p.m.–8:30 p.m.

The BUZZ $75 April 15 – July 22

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ADULT ATHLETICS Adult Athletics are reserved for people ages 16 and up. For additional information regarding content on this page, contact Lakia Langston at LDLangston@CherokeeGA.com.

Adult Spring Men’s Basketball League The schedule will consist of an 8-game season with all teams making the playoffs.

Leagues Monday A—League (9-team maximum) Tuesday B—League (9-team maximum) Starting Date Monday, April 8 Location The WREC and The Buzz Cost $650 Registration Dates February 12–March 24

Adult Summer Kickball League The schedule will consist of a 6-game season with all teams making the playoffs.

Leagues Monday and Wednesday Nights Starting Date Monday, June 3 Location Twin Creeks Softball Complex Cost $350 Registration Dates April 1–May 19

Adult One-Pitch Softball The schedule will consist of a 6-game season with all teams making the playoffs.

(Double headers are possible.)

Leagues Monday—Men’s Tuesday—COED Starting Date Monday, June 10 Location Hobgood Park Cost $350 Registration Dates April 15–June 2

Adult Summer Men’s Basketball League The schedule will consist of an 8-game season with all teams making the playoffs.

Leagues Monday—A League (9-team maximum) Tuesday—B League (9-team maximum) Starting Date Monday, July 8 Location The WREC and The Buzz Cost $650 Registration Dates May 13–June 23

Adult Fall Softball Leagues The schedule will consist of an 8-game season with all teams making the playoffs.

Leagues Monday—Men’s Tuesday—COED Wednesday—COED and Men’s Thursday—Church and Men’s Starting Date Monday, August 5 Location Hobgood Park Cost $675 Registration Dates June 3–July 21

Adult Fall Flag Football League The schedule will consist of an 8-game season with all teams making the playoffs.

League Wednesday—Men’s (9-teams maximum) Starting Date Wednesday, September 4 Location Hobgood Park Cost $650 Registration Dates June 3–August 18

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PROGRAMS AT THE BUZZ For more information regarding programs at The Buzz, 7345 Cumming Highway, Canton, GA 30115 contact Jessica Ascenzo, JNAscenzo@CherokeeGA.com or 770-501-8002

BALLROOM DANCING

FITNESS FOR LIFE TOTAL BODY GROUP EXERCISE

Group exercise for the active adult. If you want to continue to enjoy all that you love to do, then this class is for you. This class focuses on balance, core strength, stabilization, and total body strength. Gina is a National Academy of Sports Medicine (NASM) and Functional Aging Institute (FAI) Functional trainer.

She will work closely with you to tailor workouts to help you meet your goals and current fitness ability.

Ages: 18+, Perfect for 50+ age group Days: Thursdays Times: 9:30 a.m.

Cost: $80 per month Registration: Monthly. Class subject to participation minimums.

Have some fun, get some exercise, and learn the basic steps of ballroom dancing. Each month we will focus on three different dances. Beginners will gain confidence on the dance floor.

Dates: Monthly Days: Tuesdays Time: 6:00–7:30 p.m.

Cost: $100 per month Registration: Class subject to participation minimums, and partner must be registered as well.

YOGA

This class will consist of a thorough warm up, heat building, and strength and balance postures to help you feel powerful and energized.

Ages: 18+, Perfect for 50+ age group Days: Mondays and Wednesdays Time: 9:30–10:30 a.m.

Cost: $60 per month Registration: M onthly. Class subject to participation minimums.

MOBILITY

Designed to improve flexibility and mobility, this class focuses on dynamic stretching that reduces aches and pains. High points include hip, shoulder, and neck stretches. Each class ends with stretching ideas to continue at home. Stretches are simple and accessible to people of all fitness levels.

Ages: 18+, Perfect for 50+ age group Days: Tuesdays Time: 10:30–11:30 a.m.

Cost: $30 Registration: M onthly. Subject to participation minimums.

PICKLEBALL Days: Dates: Time: Cost: Registration:

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Wednesdays January 24–February 28 March 6–April 10 8:00–9:00 a.m.

9:00–10:00 a.m. $90 per session Ongoing Class subject to participation minimums.

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PROGRAMS AT THE BUZZ

MORE AT THE BUZZ CAMPS AT THE BUZZ Winter Break

Non-Stop Action Camp See page 28 for details.

Spring Break Spring Into Action Camp See page 29 for details.

Summer Break

BASKETBALL SKILLS TRAINING

Adventure Express Camp See page 29 for details.

ADULT ATHLETICS AT THE BUZZ

LEVEL

LITTLE DRIBBLERS

INTERMEDIATE TRAINING

ADVANCED TRAINING

AGES

5–8

9–13

13–17

Adult Spring Men’s Basketball League

DAYS

SUNDAYS IN MARCH

TIMES

1:00–1:45 p.m.

2:00–2:45 p.m.

3:00–3:45 p.m.

See page 19 for details.

COST

$105

$123

$135

Adult Summer Men’s Basketball League See page 19 for details.

COMMUNITY OUTREACH AT THE BUZZ Project Valentine for Empower Cherokee See page 11 for details.

Some Bunny Special See page 11 for details.

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PROGRAMS AT THE BUZZ

Gymnastics at The Buzz Participants are required to preregister to guarantee a space in their desired class for the new 9-week session format.

Session Dates: Attire: Safety: Location: Contact:

MONDAYS

Registration:

Winter 1, January 15–March 11 Spring, March 25–May 24 Participants are welcome to wear leotards or a t–shirt and shorts.

Long hair is to be pulled back in a ponytail. No jewelry allowed in class.

All classes are held at The Buzz.

Jessica Ascenzo at JNAscenzo@CherokeeGA.com or 770-501-8002 Ongoing

TINY TUMBLERS

Children will enjoy learning the fundamentals of gymnastics including forward rolls, backward rolls, etc. through simple techniques and games. Children will develop their strength, coordination, and self-confidence. *THIS IS A PARENT-ASSIST CLASS.* Only 1 parent is allowed to assist during class.

Ages: 2 years of age and under Time: 10:00–10:45 a.m.

Cost: $89

SUPER TUMBLERS

Children will enjoy learning the fundamentals of gymnastics including forward rolls, backward rolls, etc., through simple techniques and games. Children will develop their strength, coordination, and self-confidence. These are independent classes and parents are not allowed inside the gym except on parent viewing days.

Ages: 3–4 years of age Time: 11:00–11:45 a.m.

Cost: $89

HOMESCHOOL CLASS

This class is designed for school-aged homeschool children. They will enjoy learning the fundamentals of gymnastics including forward rolls, backward rolls, etc. taught through simple techniques and games. Children will develop strength, coordination, and self-confidence.

Ages: 6–13 years of age Time: 12:00–12:50 p.m.

Cost: $99

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For additional information, contact Nick Holt, NRHolt@CherokeeGA.com GARLAND MOUNTAIN DAY HIKE

EXPLORE ARCHERY

Explore Archery is an innovative educational program focused on introducing the novice to the sport of archery.

Ages: 8–12 years of age Dates: March 7–April 18 Days: Thursdays Time: 6:00–7:00 p.m.

Location: The WREC Cost: $40 per participant Registration: February 5–March 5

ARCHERY COME AND TRY DAYS

If you’ve never picked up a bow and arrow but want to see what all the hype is about, this is your chance! This single-day event will introduce participants to the very basics of the sport. Space is limited.

Ages: 8 years of age and older Session I: Friday, May 10 Session II: Friday, August 16 Time: 6:00–7:15 p.m.

Location The WREC Cost: $10 per participant, per class Registration: Session I: February 5–May 8 Session II: January 9–August 14

TEEN/ADULT BEGINNER ARCHERY

Join us as we take on a 3-week session, learning one of the fastest growing sports in the southeast!

Ages: 13 years of age and older Date: August 14, 21, 28 Time: 6:15–7:15 p.m.

Days: Wednesdays Location: The WREC Cost: $15 per class Registration: February 5– August 12

KAYAK RUN

Please join us as we take a kayak run down a river in Cherokee County! It is recommended that you wear sunscreen and water shoes. Snacks and drinks will be provided. Limited availability—sign up fast.

Ages: All ages are welcome (minors must be accompanied by an adult) Date: Saturday, May 18 Time: 9:00 a.m.

Location: TBD Cost: $30 includes kayak rental $15 if you bring your own kayak Registration: February 5–May 16

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Join us for a beautiful morning hike (approximately a 4-mile loop) as we take on the natural beauty of the Appalachian foothills! This hike is considered moderate in difficulty.

Ages: All ages are welcome (minors must be accompanied by an adult) Date: Saturday, April 13 Time: 10:00 a.m.

Location: Garland Mountain Horse and Hiking Trails Cost: $10 per participant Registration: February 5–April 11

LEWIS PARK NIGHT HIKE

Join us as we hike through the trails of Lewis Park at dusk into the nightfall (approximately 1 mile) to add an extra later of excitement to the adventure!

Snacks and water will be provided.

Ages: All ages are welcome (minors must be accompanied by an adult) Date: Friday, March 1 Time: 6:30 p.m.

Location: Cherokee Veterans Park Cost: $10 per participant Registration: February 9–28

VOLUNTEER PARK CLEAN UP AND MAINTENANCE

Join us as a volunteer to clean and maintain our beloved parks! We will provide as many tools as possible. Please register for this event so we can plan accordingly.

Ages: All ages are welcome (minors must be accompanied by an adult) Date: Saturday, May 4 Time: 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Location: TBD Cost: FREE Registration: February 5–May 2

HIKING SCAVENGER HUNT: EASTER

Hop through the trails of Cherokee Veterans Park as we take on an Easter-themed scavenger hunt!

Ages: All ages are welcome (minors must be accompanied by an adult) Date: Wednesday, March 27 Time: 6:00 p.m.

Location: Cherokee Veterans Park Cost: $10 per participant Registration: February 5–March 25

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FISHING CAMP

Young anglers will get hooked on the sport of fishing during this experience.

Due to the popularity of this camp, participants are allowed to register for only one Fishing Camp session per summer. Bring your own lunch, snacks, drinks, and sunscreen.

Ages: 9–13 years of age Session I: June 3–7 at The Buzz Session II: June 17–21 at The WREC Time: 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Cost: $225 per participant, per session Registration: Session I April 15–May 28 Session II April 10–June 10

OUTDOOR SPRING BREAK CAMP

WATERLOGGED CAMP

Enjoy a week with fun-filled outdoor activities. Camp activities will include hiking, archery, fishing, kayaking, and climbing. All equipment is included. Bring your own lunch, snacks, and drinks.

Ages: 9–12 years of age Session I: May 28–31 at The Buzz Session II: July 22–26 at The WREC Time: 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Cost: $225 per participant, per session Registration: Session 1: April 15–May 24 Session 2: April 15–July 15

Great water-based field trips daily!

Ages: 9–12 years of age Session I: June 10–14 at The Buzz Session II: July 8–12 at The WREC Times: 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Cost: $275 per participant, per session Registration: Session I: April 15–June 3 Session II: April 15–July 1

WATER ADVENTURE CAMP (TEEN)

Join us for a daily dose of adventure that contains water! Camp activities include water-based theme parks, kayaking, and whitewater rafting. Bring your own lunch, snacks, and drinks.

Ages: 13–16 years of age Date: July 15–19 Time: 9:00am – 4:00pm Location: The WREC Cost: $275 per participant Registration: April 15–July 8 Cherokee Recreation and Parks | Spring/Summer 2024

Enjoy your Spring Break with fun-filled outdoor activities! Camp activities tentatively will include: team building/disc golf, hiking/archery, kayaking, ropes course, and fishing. All equipment is included. Please bring lunch, snacks, and drinks daily.

Ages: 9-13 years of age Date: April 1–April 5 Time: 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Location: The WREC Cost: $275 per participant, per session Registration: February 6–March 29

OUTDOOR CAMP

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE CAMP (TEEN)

Join us for a daily dose of adventure! Camp activities include climbing, hiking, archery, kayaking, ropes course, and whitewater rafting. Bring your own lunch, snacks, and drinks.

Ages: 13–16 years of age Date: June 24–June 28 Time: 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.

Location: The WREC Cost: $275 per participant, per session Registration: April 15 – June 17

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TUMBLE &AT THE GYMNASTICS WREC

Tumble & Gymnastics Participants are required to preregister to guarantee a space in their desired class for the new 9-week session format.

Session Dates: Attire: Safety: Contact:

MONDAYS

Registration:

TINY TUMBLERS

Children will enjoy learning the fundamentals of gymnastics including forward rolls, backward rolls, Etc. through simple techniques and games. Children will develop their strength, coordination, and selfconfidence. *THIS IS A PARENT-ASSIST CLASS*. Only 1 parent is allowed to assist during class.

Ages: 2 years of age and under Time: 10:00–10:45 a.m.

Cost: $89

SUPER TUMBLERS

Children will enjoy learning the fundamentals of gymnastics including forward rolls, backward rolls, etc. through simple techniques and games. Children will develop their strength, coordination, and selfconfidence. These are independent classes and parents are not allowed inside the gym except on parent viewing days.

Ages: 3–4 years of age Time: 11:00–11:45 a.m.

Cost: $89

Winter 1, January 15–March 11 Spring, March 25–May 24 Participants are welcome to wear leotards or a t–shirt and shorts.

Long hair is to be pulled back in a ponytail. No jewelry allowed in class.

Jessica Ascenzo at JNAscenzo@CherokeeGA.com or 770-501-8002 Ongoing

BEGINNER 1

This class is for boys and girls up to age 8. This is our more advanced gymnastics class. Students will build on the skills learned in the beginners’ classes and will continue to learn new and more advanced skills. Each week will focus on a particular apparatus.

Ages: 6–8 years of age Time: 4:15–5:10 p.m.

Cost: $99

BEGINNER 2

Our beginners’ class is for boys and girls that want to learn the basics of gymnastics and are ages 8 and up. The beginners’ class is high-energy and designed to excite and motivate kids as well as build strength and power while teaching the basics. All of this is done in a fun and supportive atmosphere with a lot of reward and encouragement.

Ages: 8 years of age and older Time: 5:15–6:10 p.m.

Cost: $99

KINDER KIDS

This class is for boys and girls ages 5-6. Students continue to develop strength, flexibility, and coordination through introductory skills.

Includes jumps, squats onto a trapezoid, more advanced movement on the beam, rolls down an incline, body position awareness, cartwheels, handstands, bridges, and front rolls on bar.

Ages: 5–6 years of age Time: 3:30–4:10 p.m.

Cost: $89

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WEDNESDAYS

TUMBLE &AT THE GYMNASTICS WREC HOMESCHOOL

This class is designed for school-aged homeschool children. They will enjoy learning the fundamentals of gymnastics including forward rolls, backward rolls, etc. taught through simple techniques and games.

Children will develop strength, coordination, and self-confidence.

Ages: 5–12 years of age Time: 2:30–3:20 p.m.

Cost: $99

INTERMEDIATE/ ADVANCED

This class is designed for children that have recently completed at least one year of gymnastics classes and have a solid foundation for the sport. This class will help further your child’s skills on all equipment.

Ages: 7 years of age and older Time: 4:00–4:45 p.m.

Cost: $99

SUPER TUMBLERS

Dance PRESCHOOL BALLET/JAZZ

This class is designed as an introduction to ballet and other dance genres. The students will learn basic positions, weight transfers, and balancing while utilizing creativity and their imaginations to learn proper technique.

Ages: 4 –5 years of age Days: Mondays Session Dates: Winter, January 15–March 11 Spring, March 25–May 24 Time: 3:45–4:30 p.m.

Cost: $89

THURSDAYS

Children will enjoy learning the fundamentals of gymnastics including forward rolls, backward rolls, etc. through simple techniques and games. Children will develop their strength, coordination, and selfconfidence. These are independent classes and parents are not allowed inside the gym except on parent viewing days.

Ages: 3–4 years of age Time: 5:00–5:30 p.m.

Cost: $89

KINDER KIDS

This class is for boys and girls ages 5-6. Students continue to develop strength, flexibility and coordination through introductory skills.

Includes jumps, squats onto a trapezoid, more advanced moves on beam, rolls down an incline, body position awareness, cartwheels, handstands, bridges, and front rolls on bar.

Ages: 5–6 years of age Time: 3:15–4:00 p.m.

Cost: $89

BEGINNER/ INTERMEDIATE

Our beginners’ class is for boys and girls that want to learn the basics of gymnastics and are between the ages of 6 and 13. The beginner class is high-energy and designed to excite and motivate kids as well as build strength and power while teaching the basics. All of this is done in a fun and supportive atmosphere with a lot of reward and encouragement.

Ages: 6–13 years of age Time: 4:15–5:10 p.m.

Cost: $99

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HIP HOP

This class will teach the fundamentals of hip hop movement and jazz dance in a fun and energetic style. They will learn upbeat movements, isolations, rhythms, musicality, and funky footwork all with proper technique. Students will learn choreography by working on a combination in each class.

Ages: 6–12 years of age Dates: Winter, January 15–March 11 Spring, March 25–May 24 Days: Tuesdays Times: 4:00–4:45 p.m.

Cost: $89

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WINTER / SPRING BREAK CAMPS

WINTER BREAK Non-Stop Action Camp

School’s out! During this winter break camp, campers go on three field trips. All lunches are provided. This camp is available at two locations—The Buzz and The WREC. Visit PlayCherokee.org for the itinerary and further details.

Contact: Cost:

Anna Leigh Nielsen ALNielsen@ChrokeeGA.com $225

Winter Break at The Buzz Ages: Dates:

5–12 years of age February 19–23

Winter Break at The WREC Ages: Dates:

5–12 years of age February 19–23

SPRING BREAK Spring Into Action Camp

Happy spring break! During this spring break camp, participants go on three field trips. All lunches are provided. This camp is available at two locations—The Buzz and The WREC. Visit PlayCherokee.org for the itinerary and further details.

Contact: Cost:

Anna Leigh Nielsen ALNielsen@ChrokeeGA.com $225

Spring Break Camp at The Buzz Ages: Dates:

5–12 years of age April 1–5

Spring Break Camp at The WREC Ages: Dates:

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SUMMER BREAK CAMPS

ADVENTURE EXPRESS CAMP Summer Break

School’s out for Summer! Adventure Express Camp is our annual summer break camp. The program strives to provide campers with high quality recreational experiences that will be beneficial throughout their lives, as well as provide fun in a safe environment, conducive to the growth of each child. Adventure Express offers an opportunity for each child to build personal/ social skills through teamwork, individual or group interaction. $50 deposit due at registration each week.

Contact: Cost:

Anna Leigh Nielsen ALNielsen@ChrokeeGA.com $225

Adventure Express Camp at The WREC Ages: Dates:

Kindergarten–8 years of age May 28–July 31 (no camp the week of July 4)

Ages: Dates:

9–12 years of age May 28–July 31 (no camp the week of July 4)

Adventure Express Camp at The Hickory Flat Gym Ages: Dates:

Kindergarten–12 years of age May 28–July 31 (no camp the week of July 4)

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Ages: Dates:

Kindergarten–8 years of age May 28–July 31 (no camp the week of July 4)

Ages: Dates:

9–12 years of age May 28–July 31 (no camp the week of July 4)

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SPECIALTY CAMPS 2024 SPRING BREAK Adventures in STEM with LEGO® Materials

Let your imagination run wild with tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Build engineer-designed projects and use special pieces to create your own unique designs! Projects are rotated seasonally to ensure that both new and returning students can explore the endless creative possibilities of the LEGO® building system.

Ages: Dates: Time: Location: Cost:

5–6 years of age April 1–5 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

BridgeMill Fire Station $180

STEM Explorations with LEGO® Materials

Master your engineering skills with Play-Well TEKnologies and tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Apply real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture through engineer-designed projects.

Projects are rotated seasonally to ensure that even returning students get a new experience, so join us to design and build as never before and explore your craziest ideas.

Ages: Dates: Time: Location: Cost:

7–12 years of age April 1–5 1:00–4:00 p.m.

BridgeMill Fire Station $180

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A SPACE TO RENT? CHEROKEE RECREATION & PARKS HAS IT ALL! The Buzz—Victory Hall, Rock Wall, and MORE! The WREC—Community Room, Stage, Gym, and MORE! Fire Station Community Rooms | Union Hill Community Center Park Pavilions | The Hickory Flat Gym To make a reservation, call the WREC at 770-924-7768, or call the Buzz at 770-501-8002 For more information visit our website at PlayCherokee.org

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LEGO® Camp

Let your imagination run wild with tens of thousands of LEGO® parts as we design and build new and exciting themes each week. Come explore the endless possibilities of LEGO® with a trained Play-Well instructor. See website for each week’s theme.

Ages: Times:

5–6 years of age 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Ages: Times:

7–12 years of age 1:00–4:00 p.m.

Session 1: Session 2: Session 3: Session 4: Session 5:

May 27–31 June 3–7 June 10–14 June 17–21 July 8–12

Location: Cost:

BridgeMill Fire Station $180 per week session

Intelligent Design (Coding)

Intelligent Design is a week-long summer camp opportunity for kids to advance their computer science skills through game design and development. Participants may start the week with zero coding knowledge and by the end will have a fully designed, implemented, and published video game of their own. Students will learn good design principles, a strong development workflow, and how to make it all come to fruition by publishing the game online. The program is broken down into 3 camps.

Foundations (Ages 8–10)

Foundations Camp focuses on teaching programming and problemsolving fundamentals using the free online resource Scratch (scratch.mit.edu). Students will be guided through completing one game each day of camp and will be shown how to share their games on the Scratch website.

Dates: Time: Location: Cost:

June 10–14 Weekdays, 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Freehome Fire Station Community Room $200

Basics of Project Programming (Ages 10–12)

This camp goes beyond simple 1-day games and has participants developing a game that is uniquely theirs over the course of the whole week. Students use the 8-bit fantasy console PICO-8 (lexaloffle.com) to generate their own graphics and sound assets while also learning to write code in the popular Lua scripting language. On the final day, students publish their games online to Lexaloffle where they can be played worldwide and receive genuine feedback from the PICO-8 community.

6-10 YEARS OF AGE • JULY 15–19 9:00 A.M.–12:00 P.M. OR 1:00–4:00 P.M. BRIDGEMILL FIRESTATION • COST: $150

Dates: Time: Location: Cost:

Advanced Game Design and Development (Ages 12–14)

This camp allows students to unlock their potential by designing and developing a game all their own. Rather than step-by-step instruction, they receive guidance through the iterative process of game development. They learn good software development practices, adding a new tool to their kit each day. It is up to them to decide how to implement them in their project. By the end of the week, students publish their games online on the popular game website itch.io.

Dates: Time: Location: Cost:

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June 17-21 Weekdays, 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Freehome Fire Station Community Room $200

June 24–28 Weekdays, 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Freehome Fire Station Community Room $200

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COMMUNITY YOGA

LITTLE STARZ SOCCER

Wiggles and Giggles Start the week off right with a community yoga class. This is a free class open to all fitness levels. Bring your own mat!

Days:

Mondays

Times:

10:00 a.m.

Location:

The WREC

Ages:

3 years of age

Spring I:

March 6–April 10

GARDEN SERIES

Spring II:

April 24–May 29

Days:

Wednesdays

Join our new gardening series at Cherokee Veterans Park. This series is for beginners and experienced gardeners.

Time:

3:00–3:30 p.m.

Location:

JJ Biello Park

Cost:

$45

Registration:

Monthly registration required

Seed Starting Seminar:

January 27

Starting seeds indoors and out-door in cold frames beginning in January until spring planting. It also addresses growing mixed green in flats at the same time as you are starting garden seeds. Annual flowers to vegetables will be discussed.

Location:

Cherokee Veterans Park

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In this parent/tot class, the goal is to continue to build core movements such as balance, coordination, hopping, jumping, and running. While parent involvement is a part of the program, the class helps bridge the gap between parallel play and sharing. The body and mind work together to aid in accomplishing grown milestones. Soccer ball included.

Thumpers Buckle up for this exciting class. While movement education is a priority, we are incorporating learned soccer skills into the team activities. Imagination is still a focus. We will look at creative story lines and adventures to keep them moving. Players will be introduced to scrimmages/games. Each participant will get a medal and their own soccer ball.

Seed Starting Seminar:

January 27

Potatoes—Planting for Success:

February 17

Gardening with Kids (for ages 6—14):

March 16

Vegetable/Fruit Gardening 101:

April 6

Cut Flower Gardening, Interior Beauty:

April 27

Ages:

4–5 years of age

Herbs—when and where to plant:

May 4

Spring I:

March 6–April 10

Perennial and Native Plants:

June 8

Spring II:

April 24–May 29

Fall Gardening with Kids (for ages 6-14):

August 10

Days:

Wednesdays

Understanding Pollinators and Their Value:

August 23–24

Time:

3:45–4:30 p.m.

Cost:

$5 per class

Location:

JJ Biello Park

Location:

Most classes are held indoors at The Buzz Rec Center

Cost:

$60

Registration:

Monthly registration required

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FENCING

STRETCHING CLASS

Want to try a sport that’s fun and different? Learn the exciting sport of Olympic-Style fencing. This coed class provides all equipment and safety is a top priority. Register monthly.

Beginner Class: Beginners 8–12 years of age 6:00–7:00 p.m.

Adult Class:

13 years of age and older 7:00–8:00 p.m.

Dates:

Monthly

Days:

Wednesdays

Location:

The WREC

Cost:

$85 per month

Registration:

Monthly registration required

Stretching helps increase flexibility and reduces joint pain and risk of injury. It helps us feel good and decreases stress so we can enjoy our everyday activities. Added benefits include improved posture, agility and balance. Enjoy a full body stretching class led by Gina Baumgartner, a certified personal trainer. Stretches can be done either seated or on a mat.

Ages:

18+, Perfect for 50+ age group

Dates:

Ongoing

Days:

Mondays or Fridays

Times:

11:00 a.m.

Location

The WREC

Cost:

$17 per class

Registration:

Monthly registration required

LABLAST

SMALL GROUP PERSONAL TRAINING Train face-to-face with a certified personal trainer in a fun, energetic, semi-private setting. Gina Baumgartner is a certified NASM Personal Trainer and Functional Aging Specialist that always takes your current medical conditions into consideration. Fitness levels are evaluated, and achievable goals are set. Training sessions are designed for each group based on the current level of fitness of each participant. Enjoy a different training workout at each session as you incorporate flexibility, core, balance, stabilization, fall prevention, strength, and power. You will increase good health and increase energy to better enjoy daily activities.

LaBlast is a revolutionary dance fitness program that fuses many ballroom dance moves into one calorie-burning workout. This will get you into shape! The patterns are accessible to any fitness or dance skill level!

Ages:

18+, Perfect for 50+ age group

Ages:

18 years of age and older

Dates:

Ongoing

Days & Times:

Monday nights 6:30–7:30

Days:

Monday, Wednesday, or Friday

Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:00 a.m. – 9:55 a.m.

Wednesday (Men’s)

Location:

The WREC

Times:

9:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m. (Men’s)

Kids LaBlast:

Tuesdays at 4:30 p.m.

Cost:

$32 per month for Tuesday/Thursday

Location

The WREC

Cost:

$28 per class

Registration:

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$18 per month for Monday nights Registration:

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Therapeutic Recreation For additional information about Therapeutic Recreation programs, please contact Skyler Cox at srcox@cherokeega.com. Registration opens for all programs on February 6, unless otherwised noted.

Leisure Spectrum Leisure Spectrum is an all-inclusive, six-week program for those with special needs. This weekly event includes both leisure and recreational activities. Activities may include bowling, laser tag, movies, art, music, shopping, and much more.

Ages: Session 1: Session 2: Days: Time: Location: Cost:

15 years of age and older March 12–April 23 (no Leisure April 2) August 6–September 10 Tuesdays 5:30–8:00 p.m.

Drop off at The WREC $150 per session

TR Art Class Come to the Woodstock Recreation Center and discover your inner artist through our monthly Therapeutic Recreation Art Class! Keelie Brown will teach a beginner class that will focus on basic skills through art and craft activities. No experience required, arts and crafts will be designed and adapted for the participant’s need and skill level.

Ages: 13 years of age and older Session 1: March 11 Session 2: April 8 Session 3: May 6 Session 4: August 5 Days: Mondays Time: 5:00–6:00 p.m.

Location: Drop off at The WREC Cost: Cost for TR Art Class will be determined by what the craft is for the session, price will vary.

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Leisure Roamers Join us for a fun-filled day going to the Cherokee County Aquatic Center Indoor Pool!

Ages: Dates: Time: Location: Cost:

15 years of age and older TBD TBD Drop off at The WREC $5

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Cherokee Courage Basketball

Lil’ Roamers is a leisure outing program for youth with special needs. Enjoy an evening of bowling, pizza, and games with friends at Stars and Strikes!

Ages: 9–14 years of age Dates: May 10 Time: 4:30–7:30 p.m.

Location: Drop off at the WREC Cost: $40 Game Night Join us to play classics games while socializing with friends and eating pizza!

Ages: 9 years of age and older Session 1 Tuesday, April 30 Time: 5:00–6:30 p.m.

Location: Drop off at The WREC Cost: $10

This all-inclusive basketball program is for all abilities and skill levels. Practices will include learning skills and techniques.

Participants will be split into appropriate age groups.

The WREC Ages

8 years of age and older

Dates

Spring into Summer Dance Let’s celebrate the end of the school year and get ready for summer! Join us for music, dancing, food, and drinks while having a memorable night with your friends. Theme: Luau!

Wear your best summer/luau attire!

Ages: Date: Time: Location: Cost:

15 years of age and older Friday, May 24 5:30–8:00 p.m.

WREC $10

Mondays in August

4:30–5:00 p.m.

Cost

$25

Workout Wednesdays This workout class is encouraging and motivating for all abilities. Work all muscle groups with a variety of strengthening and conditioning exercises each week that will be adapted for everyone!

Ages: Dates: Time: Location: Cost:

Nature Walk

Tuesdays in May

Time

14 years of age and older Wednesdays in March, April, May, August 4:30–5:00 p.m.

The WREC $25

Move It Mondays

Join us at Cherokee Veterans Park for a walk around the park and nature trail.

Ages: Dates: Time: Location: Cost:

15 years of age and older Friday, April 30 5:00–5:45 p.m.

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This workout class is encouraging and motivating for all abilities. Work all muscle groups with a variety of strengthening and conditioning exercises each week that will be adapted for everyone!

Ages: Dates: Time: Location: Cost:

14 years of age and older Mondays in March and April 4:30–5:00 p.m.

The Buzz $25

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Everybody Dance

Movement for Life Get ready to move! This therapeutic gymnastics/movement class enhances a child’s everyday functioning and skills. The participants will be introduced to recreational gymnastics skills, while also gaining valuable therapeutic physical, social, and cognitive skills. The certified instructor will create fun and exciting obstacle courses and teach skills to facilitate sensory movement and play. These are activities for daily life fit for your individual’s needs.

Ages: Dates: Days: Time: Location: Cost:

Get ready to move! A variety of rhythmic music will spur interaction and physical fitness through dance. This is an allinclusive 4-week course with monthly registration.

Ages: Dates: Time: Location: Cost:

13 years of age and older Thursdays in March, April, May, August 6:30–7:15 p.m.

The WREC $36

6–14 years of age March 19–May 21 (No class April 2) Tuesdays 3:45–4:30 p.m.

The WREC Gym $89 for the 9-week session

TRUE FRIENDS CAMPS True Friends is featuring two camp opportunities this season. There will be a Summer Break Camp at both The WREC and The Buzz.

Therapeutic Recreation camps require an assessment for each participant prior to registration. The purpose of the assessment is to determine individual skill and ability levels prior to participation. For information regarding scheduling an assessment, please call 770-924-7768. True Friends accommodates individuals in wheelchairs and other assistive devices.

The WREC

The Buzz

Camp

Summer Camp

Age

6-22 years of age and older

Date

June 3–July 26 (no camp July 1–5)

Time

9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Cost

$225

Registration Opens

April 15

TRUE FRIENDS CAMPS Social friends meet to get together for social activities. Age to attend depends on activity. Check back on our social media to stay up to date with events as they pop up.

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ADD’L. REC. OPPORTUNITIES BASEBALL Canton Baseball Dwight Terry Baseball Association East Cherokee Baseball Hobgood Park Baseball Macedonia Baseball North Cherokee Baseball South Cherokee Baseball

470-316-5907 609-605-1160 770-374-6569 678-787-1216 770-362-5917 770-686-8819 770-823-7489

EastCherokeeBaseball.com HobgoodParkBaseball.com MacedoniaBaseball.org LeagueLineUp.com/Welcome.asp SouthCherokeeBaseball.com

Ashley Richards

BASKETBALL Cherokee Youth Basketball

770-924-7768

PlayCherokee.org

Leigh Prickett

CHEERLEADING Cherokee Youth Football Cheerleading

770-710-2835

CYFA.org

Melissa Hilliard

FOOTBALL Cherokee Youth Girls Flag Football Cherokee Youth Football Association North Georgia Falcons

770-924-7768 770-710-2835 678-230-6542

PlayCherokee.org CYFA.org NorthGeorgiaFalcons.com

Nick Hoskins Melissa Hilliard Diana McDaniel

IN-LINE HOCKEY C.H.I.L.L.

770-851-1558

CherokeeHockey.org

Matt Hackett

LACROSSE Cherokee Youth Lacrosse Creekview Girls Youth Lacrosse Creekview Boys Youth Lacrosse

770-924-7768 404-372-3841 404-839-0411

PlayCherokee.org GrizzlyGirlsLAX.com JrGrizzlyLAX.org

Nick Hoskins Chris Holmstrom Eric Smith

ROWING Allatoona Rowing Association

678-234-7233

AllatoonaRowing.org

Ann Carey

SOCCER Cherokee Impact Cherokee YMCA NASA Tophat Soccer

770-704-0187 770-591-6092 678-439-6730

CSAImpact.com Nicole Vinette YMCAAtlanta.org/YMCA-Locations/Cherokee NASATophat.com Dave Smith

SOFTBALL Cherokee Youth Softball Cherokee Senior Softball South Cherokee Softball

770-924-7768 770-757-8467 404-431-3841

PlayCherokee.org Teampages.com/organizations/2042 Southcherokeesoftball.com

TRACK AND FIELD Sequoyah Youth Woodstock Youth Track Club

404-654-0093

Athletic.net/team/33579/track-and-field-outdoor/2024 Sports.BlueSombrero.com/Default.aspx?tabid=380255

SWIMMING Cherokee County Aquatic Center Cherokee Swim Club

678-880-4760 678-880-4760

PlayCherokee.org PlayCherokee.org

Tom McGerty Bill Waldo

CherokeeCountySpecialOlympics.org

Ben Farist

CherokeeTennisCenter.com

Cameron Leslie

SPECIAL OLYMPICS Cherokee County TOP Tennis / TOP Pickleball Cherokee County

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770-592-4582

CantonBaseball.net

Josh Blackmon Tim Lovato Rich Hendricks Greg Shewfelt Chris Johnson

Alex Brehony Norm Theim Joy Fricks

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GENERAL INFORMATION

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General Information

Credit/Refund Information (Cont.)

Registration Requirements (Cont.)

• Registration is available online or in person at the Recreation Centers or the Aquatic Center.

• Cash, credit/debit cards, and checks are welcome forms of payment.

• ALL debit/credit card purchases will incur a small transaction fee.

• Returned checks are subject to a $35 fee.

• Refunds may take up to thirty (30) days for processing. There are no cash refunds.

• Participants requesting a refund will incur a $5 administrative fee.

• Credit agreements will not incur a $5 administrative fee.

• Account credits must be used, and refunds will not be given for programs/rentals after 180 days from the transaction date.

• Aquatic Center refund policies, please see our website.

• All participants (or their parents/guardians) must complete a waiver/release form before participating in any program.

Cancellation Policy • In the event of class cancellation on the part of CRPA, all registered students will receive a notification. Class cancellations may be due to low enrollment, inclement weather, or instructor unavailability.

• CRPA will grant a full refund upon class cancellation.

• Programs, events, and classes missed due to personal reasons will not be refunded.

Neither will such absences be granted make-up opportunities.

Credit/Refund Information • All refund/credit requests must be completed in person during regular business hours and at least five (5) working days before the beginning date of the program. It must also be in writing and is subject to approval by the Cherokee Recreation & Parks staff.

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Scholarship Program A family or individual may apply for a scholarship once per calendar year (January 1–December 31, 2024). Some restrictions apply. Applications must be received ten (10) business days before the end registration date. Call 770-924-7768 for details and applications.

Registration Requirements • If a participant requires special accommodations, the Program Coordinator must be notified fifteen (15) business days before the beginning of the program to attempt accommodation.

• Please find specific age and gender requirements under the program descriptions on each page.

Open Gym Gymnasiums are available for open play when scheduled programs and rentals are not occupying the facility. Call before you visit to request open gym hours.

Advisory Board The Board of Commissioners has appointed a Recreation Advisory Board to act as a guide for CRPA planning and implementation of public recreational activities and programs, as well as offering advice on a system of parks and facilities that will accommodate the needs of the public.

Board members’ terms run concurrently with appointing Board of Commissioners.

Photography & Video Policy CRPA may photograph or videotape registrants, participants, and spectators in Agency programs, special events, or facilities. Such photographs are for Agency use only. The Agency reserves the right to print and publish said pictures and videos in publications, brochures, pamphlets, flyers, websites, or video productions.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

The Buzz

Phone: 770-501-8002 7345 Cumming Highway Canton, GA 30115

Hours of Operation • Monday–Thursday, 7:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.

• Friday 7:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

• Saturday 8:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

• Sunday 12:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m.

Daily rates for the open gym are $3.00 for people twelve (12) years of age and older, $2.00 for ages five to eleven (5–11), and those four years of age and younger can play for free.

Pickleball: $5.00 (Discount for age 65+ is $4.00)

* Disclaimer: Unaccompanied minors must be picked up prior to business hours closing.

The WREC

Phone: 770-924-7768 7545 Main Street, Building 200 Woodstock, GA 30188

CLOSINGS 2024 *Martin Luther King Jr. Day Monday, January 15 *Memorial Day

Monday, May 27

*Independence Day

Thursday, July 4

*Labor Day

Monday, September 2

*Veterans Day

Monday, November 11

Thanksgiving

November 28 & 29

Christmas

December 24, 25, 26

New Year’s Day

Wednesday, January 1, 2025

* See website for confirmed facility closures

• Monday–Thursday, 9:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.

• Friday 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

• Saturday 9:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.

• Sunday CLOSED Daily rates for the open gym are $2.00 for people thirteen (13) years of age and $1.00 for children twelve (12) years of age and younger.

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Woodstock Recreation Center 7545 Main Street, Bldg. 200, Woodstock, GA 30188