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SPRING/SUMMER 2017 RECREATION GUIDE

CAMPS, CLASSES SPECIAL EVENTS AND SPORTS

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Table of Contents CONTENTS

Park Facilities & Amenities Chart ............................................... 3 General Information .................................................................... 4 Department Report ..................................................................... 5 Community Events and Programs .............................................. 6-7 Aquatics ........................................................................................ 8-10 Summer Day Camps .................................................................... 11 Specialty Camps .......................................................................... 12-15 Art for Adults ................................................................................ 16 Art for Youth ................................................................................. 17-18 Youth Dance ................................................................................. 19 Gymnastics ................................................................................... 20-21 Youth Fitness and Instructional Programs ................................. 22-24 1.

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Recreation Department Main Office and Mansell House City Hall/Brooke Street Park City Square Park North Park Adult Activity Center at North Park Windward Soccer Field Wills Park Recreation Center and Wills Park Equestrian Center 8. Alpharetta Community Center 9. Union Hill Roller Hockey Park 10. Crabapple Government Center/Arts Center 11. Webb Bridge Park 12. Cogburn Road Park 13. Rock Mill Park 14. Alpharetta Arts Center (future)

Special Interest Programs and Recognition .............................. 25 Youth Athletic Leagues ............................................................... 26-27 Partner Youth Athletic Associations ........................................... 28 Teen & Adult Athletics................................................................. 29 Fitness Programs – Adult ........................................................... 30-31 Outdoor Programs-Youth and Adult .......................................... 32-33 Tennis Programs-Youth and Adult .............................................. 34-35 Programs for Active Adults ......................................................... 36-37 Wills Park Equestrian Center ...................................................... 38 Registration Information ............................................................. 39 Important Registration Dates ..................................................... Back Cover

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The Big Creek Greenway is open 8 am until dusk, every day throughout the year. To ensure everyone’s safety and enjoyment, the Greenway is patrolled on a regular basis by the Alpharetta Police Department. Call boxes with emergency-only phones are available in the locations indicated on the map.

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Alpharetta Recreation & Parks ALPHARETTA RECREATION & PARKS The Benefits are Endless!

The Benefits are Endless!

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Gymnasium Stables, Covered Arena, Show Rings

Walking Trails/Paths

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North Park Adapted Sports Complex

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Arts and Crafts Rooms Olympic-Size Swimming Pool/Splash Zone

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Cogburn Road Park

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Softball Fields Children’s Playground

Crabapple Government Center/ Alpharetta Arts Center

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Wills Park Recreation Center

Football Fields Picnic Pavilion

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Webb Bridge Park

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Youth Soccer Fields Tennis Courts

Union Hill Park

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Youth Baseball Fields

Windward Soccer Facility

Alpharetta Adult Activity Center

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General Information GENERAL INFORMATION

ALPHARETTA RECREATION AND PARKS DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENT The Alpharetta Recreation and Parks Department strives to promote the highest quality recreation programs and park facilities to our citizens consistent with our core values of Excellence, Stewardship, Integrity, Service and Loyalty.

GENERAL HOURS OF OPERATION for Alpharetta

PHONE DIRECTORY

Community Center: Monday – Thursday ............ 8:30am–9pm Friday .................................. 8:30am–7pm Saturday.............................. 10am–4pm Sunday ................................ Closed

Main Phone Number............................................................ 678-297-6100 Administrative Office Fax ................................................... 678-297-6101 Alpharetta Adult Activity Center ....................................... 678-297-6140 Alpharetta Adult Activity Center Fax ............................... 678-297-6141 Alpharetta Community Center ........................................... 678-297-6100 Alpharetta Community Center Fax .................................... 678-297-6151 City Pool (Memorial Day to Labor Day Only).................... 678-297-6108 Crabapple Government Center .......................................... 678-297-6160 Crabapple Government Center Fax .................................. 678-297-6161 Greenway Information ........................................................ 678-297-6123 Special Events Office........................................................... 678-297-6078 Special Events Office Fax.................................................... 678-297-6381 Wills Park Equestrian Center .............................................. 678-297-6120 Wills Park Equestrian Center Fax ....................................... 678-297-6121 Wills Park Recreation Center .............................................. 678-297-6130 Wills Park Recreation Center Fax ....................................... 678-297-6131

GENERAL HOURS OF OPERATION for Wills Park Recreation Center (WPRC is open later on Saturdays during youth basketball season): Monday – Thursday ............ 8:30am–9pm Friday .................................. 8:30am–7pm Saturday.............................. 8:30am-12:30pm Sunday ................................ Closed

GENERAL HOURS OF OPERATION for Recreation & Park Administrative Office, Crabapple Government Center, and Wills Park Equestrian Center: Monday – Thursday ............ 8:30am–5pm Friday .................................. 8:30am–4:30pm Saturday & Sunday ............. Closed GENERAL HOURS OF OPERATION for Adult Activity Center: Monday – Thursday ............ 8:30am–5pm Friday .................................. 8:30am–4:30pm Saturday ............................. 8:30am-4pm Sunday ................................ Closed

HOLIDAY CLOSINGS All Alpharetta Recreation and Parks facilities and programs will close on the following designated City holidays: April 14 ~ May 29 ~ July 4 ~ September 4 The City of Alpharetta provides equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran’s status, and disability.

The City of Alpharetta complies with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and will provide reasonable accommodations to members of the public, if so requested.

The information contained in this leisure guide is subject to change without notice.

CITY OF ALPHARETTA MAYOR David Belle Isle COUNCIL MEMBERS Jason Binder Mike Kennedy Jim Gilvin Dan Merkel RECREATION COMMISSION Shuntel Beach Jamie Bendall Ben Easterling – Chairman Jarrett Long – Vice Chairman Kevin Johnson CITY ADMINISTRATOR Robert J. Regus

Donald F. Mitchell Chris Owens Melissa Jurgens Bill Lusby Dennis Mitchell Wendi Schutt

RAINOUT HOTLINE DIRECTORY Adult Athletics Rainout Hotline ............................................. 678-297-6169 North Park Tennis Rainout Hotline ........................................ 678-297-6145 Wills Park & Webb Bridge Park Tennis Rainout Hotline ....... 678-297-6168 (press 3) Youth Athletics Rainout Hotline ............................................ 678-297-6168 (press 1) City Pool General Rainout Info .............................................. 678-297-6108 Swim Lessons & Swim Team Hotline ..................................... 678-297-6108

WEB DIRECTORY Alpharetta Recreation & Parks.................................www.alpharetta.ga.us/recreation Alpharetta Recreation & Parks Athletic Leagues ....www.arpdathletics.org Alpharetta Ambush Soccer Club .............................www.alpharettaambush.org Alpharetta Youth Baseball Association....................www.alpharettayouthbaseball.org Alpharetta Youth Softball Association .....................www.alpharettasoftball.com North Atlanta Football League................................www.nafl.club North Metro Miracle League ...................................www.nmml.net Alpharetta City Band ...............................................www.alpharettaband.com Alpharetta Community Garden ...........alpharettacommunitygarden2016@gmail.com Alpharetta Gymnastics Academy ............................www.alpharettagymnastics.com Alpharetta Sharks Swim/Dive Team ........................www.alpharettasharks.com Alpharetta Bike Share Program ...............................www.zagster.com/Alpharetta/ Bike Alpharetta ........................................................www.bikealpharetta.org

ONLINE LINKS Alpharetta City Bike Routes Greenway Story Map

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Follow us on Twitter @AlpharettaParks Visit our website at www.alpharetta.ga.us to view/download forms, recreation guide, and park information, and to subscribe to the City of Alpharetta Newsletter.

2017 – 2018 Fall / Winter Recreation Guide available online in July 2017.

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Department Report

Our department strives to offer quality programs and parks consistent with the City’s core values of Excellence, Stewardship, Integrity, Service, and Loyalty. Please contact any member of our staff for information on how your family can enjoy and benefit from our programs and services.

POINTS OF PRIDE GRPA Agency of the Year: Alpharetta Recreation and Parks Department was recognized as 2016 Georgia Recreation and Park Association Agency of the Year. Councilman Jason Binder is excited for our city to receive this award for the eighth time since 1994! “Alpharetta is a great place to live and visit, and we are honored to have a dedicated recreation and parks agency providing high-quality park amenities, fun recreation programs, and unique special events that add to our community’s charm.”

Rock Mill Park Receives Award: Rock Mill Park, Alpharetta’s environmental park, was presented the region’s 2016 Watershed/Stormwater Project of Excellence STREAM Award by the Metropolitan North Georgia Water Planning District. This award honors projects that are environmentally friendly, thoughtful and creative, include the community, have a positive impact on the region and serve as a model for other communities.

PARK AND CAPITAL PROJECTS SUMMARY

Photo courtesy of Greg White

Volunteer Recognition: Connie Mashburn, a beloved local historian, was selected as the GRPA Seventh District Volunteer of the Year.

Connie has provided a wealth of historical knowledge, research support, and photographic archives for the City of Alpharetta on numerous preservation projects, grant applications, and property developments.

Connie’s energies have our local history well preserved and archived.

Alpharetta Bike Share Program: Explore your City of Parks!

Alpharetta’s Bike Share Program has been a wildly popular program providing residents and visitors a bike-friendly transportation alternative. Bike “docking” stations are located along Alpharetta’s Big Creek Greenway and Avalon for people to access. Each user must set up an account at www.zagster. com/Alpharetta. In October 2016, the City of Roswell joined in on the fun by installing Zagster bike share docking stations on portions of Roswell’s greenway trail.

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Wills Park: Partnering with Alpharetta Youth Baseball Association, we began construction of a large batting pavilion to include batting cages, pitching areas, and soft toss areas.

Plans are underway to begin a major renovation of the City Pool and pool building. To ensure the project is finished in time for the pool to open to the public in Summer 2018, the pool will close August 1, 2017.

Webb Bridge Park: Construction of a spectator seating area near the lower soccer field has begun and is expected to be complete for the spring sports season.

North Park: Exterior facility improvements have been completed, including roof and gutter replacements at the concession and playground pavilion, and new exterior trim/ siding for the concession and rest room buildings. Bus barn at the Adult Activity Center was also restored and painted.

Alpharetta Arts Center: The City is in the process of finalizing construction documents to renovate the old Fulton County library into a new arts center. It is anticipated that we will open the doors in Spring 2018.

Alpharetta Big Creek Greenway: Boardwalk replacements have been made in various locations along the trail, and staff is working with Community Development to address storm water runoff through regrading.

Congratulations to Mike Perry on his retirement at the end of 2016, after serving as Alpharetta Recreation and Parks Director for 25 years! We wish Mike all the best on his next adventure!!

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Community Events and Special Programs

FAMILY AND FRIENDS CPR (AGE 18+)

One-day course teaches lifesaving skills of adult Hands-Only CPR, child CPR with breaths, adult/child AED use, infant CPR, and relief of choking for adult/child/infant. Age 13+ allowed with parent or guardian. Free!

DAY/TIME Saturday / 9:30am-12:30pm DATES March 18, May 20, July 15 LOCATION Alpharetta Adult Activity Center INFO www.facebook.com/AlpharettaPublicSafety (events)

FIRST AID (AGE 18+)

Learn critical skills to respond to and manage an emergency in the first few minutes until EMS arrives. Develop skills on how to treat bleeding, sprains, broken bones, shock and other first aid emergencies. Age 13+ allowed with parent or guardian. Free!

DAY/TIME Saturday / 9:30am-12:30pm DATES April 15, June 17, August 19 LOCATION Alpharetta Adult Activity Center INFO www.facebook.com/AlpharettaPublicSafety (events)

ALPHARETTA’S GOT TALENT (AGE 50+)

Play the music and shine the lights! Take part or attend the Alpharetta Adult Activity Center’s very first Talent Show! Tell a story, sing a song, perform magic, do a monologue, whistle, bird call, or dance a jig. Time to raise the curtain and let your talent shine! Pre-registration required.

DATE/TIME March 25 / 2pm LOCATION Alpharetta Adult Activity Center INFO 678-297-6140 or accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

ALPHARETTA FOOD TRUCK ALLEY

Stroll the streets, eat delicious food, and listen to some great live music. This weekly gathering hosts a variety of 9-10 rotating food trucks , along with musical entertainment.

DAY/DATE/TIME Thursdays / April-October / 5pm-9pm LOCATION Historic Downtown Alpharetta INFO 678-297-6000 or specialevents@alpharetta.ga.us

CHILDREN’S EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA

Activities include petting zoo, photos with Easter Bunny (bring your own camera), and face painting.

DAY/DATE Saturday / April 8 TIME Games, Exhibitors 10am-12noon Egg Hunt 11am start AGE Activities - children all ages Hunt - ages 3-6 only *ages 2/under and 7/older receive special goody bag instead of hunt LOCATION North Park Softball Fields 1-4 INFO 678-297-6140 (call on event day for changes due to weather)

23rd ANNUAL FULTON GOLDEN GAMES Fun and competitive activities for people age 50+ are offered to promote healthy and active lifestyles! The Games are presented by the cities of Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Milton, Roswell, Sandy Springs, and the Fulton County Human Services Office of the Aging. Activities include bocce, billiards, field day events, bowling, wii games, table tennis, swimming, social activities, and more! Opening Ceremonies kick off with field events held at Bell Memorial Park in Milton on April 26 at 10am. Pre-registration recommended.

DATES Events scheduled April 26-May 25 INFO Request an application at 678-297-6140 COST $20/person (extra for bowling)

27th ANNUAL TASTE OF ALPHARETTA

At the largest ‘Taste Of’ festival in the South, dine at over 50 restaurants in one unforgettable night! Sample delicious appetizers, entrees and desserts. Experience the Culinary Arts stage area featuring chef competitions and cooking demos.

Children can play at the Fun Zone, and everyone can party with metro radio stations. Free admission, shuttles and parking.

DAY/DATE/TIME Thursday / May 4 / 5-10pm LOCATION Historic Downtown Alpharetta INFO 678-297-6000 or specialevents@alpharetta.ga.us

MY CUP OF TEA - A MOTHER’S DAY CELEBRATION

Moms can spend an afternoon of fun quality time with their children, enjoying light refreshments and entertainment. Preregistration required; space is limited. Free!

DAY/DATE/TIME Thursday / May 11 / 6pm-8pm LOCATION Mansell House INFO 678-297-6130 or wprcprogram@alpharetta.ga.us

MOTHER’S DAY LUNCHEON

Reservation required in advance. Attendees are asked to bring covered dish to share. Free!

DAY/DATE/TIME Saturday / May 13 / 11:30am LOCATION Alpharetta Adult Activity Center INFO 678-297-6140 or activeadults@alpharetta.ga.us

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Community Events and Special Programs

13th ALPHARETTA ARTS STREETFEST

Presenting the work of artists from across the nation, the Alpharetta Arts Streetfest is an annual celebration of the arts, hosted in the Alpharetta Historic District. This award-winning festival features live music, cultural arts performances, children’s activities, and festival cuisine. Free admission and parking.

DAY/DATE Saturday-Monday / May 27-29 TIME 10am-5pm daily LOCATION Historic Downtown Alpharetta INFO 678-297-6000 or specialevents@alpharetta.ga.us

YOUTH FISHING DERBY

Prizes awarded for the longest fish and the most fish caught!

Children must be present to win prizes. Bring fishing gear and bait. Pre-registration required; space is limited. Free!

DATE/TIME June 3 / 7am-10am AGE 4-12 (accompanied by adult) LOCATION Brookside Office Park Lake INFO 678-297-6130 or wprcprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

SUMMER KICKOFF POOL PARTY

Help us kick of summer and pool season with fun games, music and prizes!

DAY/DATE/TIME Saturday / June 10 / 2pm–5pm LOCATION Alpharetta City Pool COST $3/person; pass-holders free INFO 678-297-6160 or aquatics@alpharetta.ga.us

ALPHARETTA CITY BAND CONCERT Enjoy a free, patriotic musical presentation by the City of Alpharetta Band, followed by light refreshments.

DAY/DATE/TIME Sunday / June 11 / 3pm LOCATION Alpharetta Adult Activity Center INFO 678-297-6140 or activeadults@alpharetta.ga.us

39th ANNUAL OLD SOLDIERS DAY 8K CAMO RACE

Old Soldiers Day is now an 8K with chip timing and finish line surprises! Join the fun and show your support of those who have served or continue to serve our country!

DAY/DATE/TIME Saturday / August 5 / 7am COST $24 by July 29; $30 on Race Day RACE LOCATION Wills Park start, with modified downtown race route INFO 678-297-6160 or athleticprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

65th ANNUAL OLD SOLDIERS DAY PARADE

Alpharetta’s historic parade marches on as a tribute to all Veterans of All Wars. Nearly 150 units with floats, marching bands, military units, classic cars, clowns – and of course, candy! Afterwards, come to the post celebration at American Legion Post 201 with free hotdogs, soft drinks and children’s activities.

DAY/DATE/TIME Saturday / August 5 / 9:15am Band 10am Program, 10:30am Parade LOCATION Historic Downtown Alpharetta INFO 678-297-6000 or specialevents@alpharetta.ga.us

19th ANNUAL TOUCH-A-TRUCK

A child’s imagination kicks into gear while exploring, touching, or climbing aboard vehicles of all shapes and sizes! Emergency vehicles, construction equipment, military vehicles, trucks, motorcycles, buses, limousines, and more are on display. Toucha-Truck t-shirts (infant, youth sizes), kid-friendly concessions, and festive foods will be sold (cash only please). Free event admission and parking.

DAY/DATE/TIME Saturday / August 19 / 10am-2pm LOCATION Wills Park (near Wacky World Playground) INFO 678-297-6130 or wprcprogram@alpharetta.ga.us

DOUGHNUTS WITH DAD

A special morning for children to spend time with dad! Enjoy coffee, juice, doughnuts, entertainment. Pre-registration required; space is limited. Free!

DAY/DATE/TIME Saturday / June 17 / 9am-10:30am LOCATION Wills Park Recreation Center INFO 678-297-6130 or wprcprogram@alpharetta.ga.us

JULY 4TH FIREWORKS AT WILLS PARK

Celebrate Independence Day with family and friends!

Entertainment 6pm-9:30pm, Alpharetta Community Center Event Lawn Food Vendors 6pm-10pm, various locations throughout Wills Park (cash only)

Fireworks Spectacular Show begins at dusk!

INFO

678-297-6130 or wprcprograms@alpharetta.ga.us Some activities may be canceled due to inclement weather.

Fireworks will be shot rain or shine!

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Aquatics

ALPHARETTA CITY POOL Pool amenities include the splash zone (2,000 sq. ft. splash pad), Olympic size pool with diving well (low, medium, high diving boards), shaded and open deck areas, and a concession stand operated by Alpharetta Golden Age Club.

INFO

678-297-6160 or aquatics@alpharetta.ga.us

NOTICE The pool will close to the public August 1 to begin a major renovation project. We apologize for any inconvenience. For project updates, go to www.alpharetta.ga.us and click on City Projects.

GENERAL POOL HOURS May 27–July 31

10am-12pm (pass-holders, residents; pool time shared with lap swim) Saturday 12pm-8pm (public swim) Sunday 12pm-8pm Monday 12pm-5pm (pass-holders, residents) Tuesday-Thursday 12pm-5pm -and- 7:30pm-9pm Friday 12pm-5pm Saturday

ADULT LAP SWIM DAY/TIME DATE COST NOTE

SENIOR SWIM (adults age 50+)

No Senior Swim on Memorial Day (May 29) OPEN SWIM Monday / 9am-12pm / May 15-July 31 Wednesday / 9am-12pm / May 17-31 WATER AEROBICS Monday / 10am-11am / May 15-July 31 Wednesday / 10am-11am / May 17-31 Wednesday / 7am-8am / June 7-July 26 COST $1 admission (good for entire day)

POOL PASSES Purchase pool pass at Alpharetta Community Center on or before May 27 to receive 10% off the resident rate. Last day to purchase pool pass is June 16 and pass is valid through July 31.

Benefits to buying a Pool Pass: • Special Pass Holders only swim times • Free admission to city sponsored events at the pool COST Family Pool Pass

Special Summer Holiday Hours

May 29 July 4

Saturday / 9am-11am June 3-July 29 $3 admission (good for entire day) Lap swim time shared with passholders and residents

10am-6pm 12pm-9pm

(limit 6 passes per family) $100 Resident; $150 Non-Resident Individual Pool Pass $50 Resident; $75 Non-Resident

DAILY FEES

General Admission $3/person daily Child age 3 & under FREE Adult age 50+ $1/person daily

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Aquatics

C.O.A.S.T CITY OF ALPHARETTA STATE TEAM City of Alpharetta State Team is comprised of swimmers who live in Alpharetta or Milton and qualify at the Atlanta Swim Association League Championship Meet. Practices are held during the week and swimmers compete at the GRPA State Swim meet.

INFO: 678-297-6160 or aquatics@alpharetta.ga.us

ALPHARETTA SHARKS SWIM AND DIVE TEAM Swim and dive for fun or competitively, earn awards, make new friends, and experience the excitement of meets! Swimmers must be able to swim the length of the pool (25 yards) with a freestyle stroke and backstroke to participate. Daily weekday practices are held May-June. All swim participants must register with ASA prior to start of season at www.atlantaswimming.com. ASA fees will apply. Parent Volunteer responsibilities are assigned and mandatory for both swim and dive.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE COST - Swim or Dive COST - Swim & Dive combo PRACTICE BEGINS SWIM LEAGUE MEET DIVE LEAGUE MEET SWIM STATE MEET

AGE DIVISIONS (as of June 1)

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Thursday / April 20 $95 Resident; $142.50 Non-Resident $170 Resident; $255 Non-Resident Monday / May 8 June 30-July 1 June 25-26 July 21-22 *must qualify at league meet; see info on C.O.A.S.T. Boys/Girls 5-6 years 7-8 years 9-10 years 11-12 years 15-18 years 678-297-6160 or aquatics@ alpharetta.ga.us

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SWIM STROKE CLINIC IN MAY Class focuses on stroke improvement and endurance, just in time for swim team. Must complete Sea Turtles Level 3 or have those skills to enroll.

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Saturdays in May (except May 27) Ages 6-9 / 2pm-4pm Ages 10-13 / 12pm-2pm $25 Resident; $37.50 Non-Resident

SWIM LESSONS

SEA TURTLES LEVEL 1 (AGE 6-12)

Each session meets for six 1-hour classes

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June 6-9 and June 13-14 June 20-23 and June 27-28 July 5-7 and July 11-13 July 18-21 and July 25-26 $70 Resident; $105 Non-Resident

Classes are American Red Cross certification. For home swim meet dates or inclement weather, classes will be rescheduled.

LITTLE SWIMMERS (AGE 18 months-3 years) Focus is on familiarizing child with the water. Parent participation required.

MINNOWS (AGE 3-4) Blow bubbles, work on putting face in the water, do leg kicks, push off side of pool, floating, and begin arm strokes.

STARFISH LEVEL 1 (AGE 5)

SEA TURTLES LEVEL 2 (AGE 6-12) Form and distance using different strokes. Must complete Sea Turtles Level 1 and/or be able to swim 25 yds using crawl stroke and 25 yds using backstroke.

SEA TURTLES LEVEL 3 (AGE 6-12) Intensive stroke work using all strokes. Basic lifesaving, rescue skills, basic safety skills are introduced. Must complete Sea Turtles Level 2 or have those skills to enroll.

STROKE CLINIC (AGE 8-12) Focus on stroke improvement and endurance. Must complete Sea Turtles Level 3 or have those skills to enroll.

OPEN WATER SURVIVAL (AGE 8-12) Objectives include survival float, treading water, drown-proofing skills, and open water survival techniques. Must complete Sea Turtles Level 3 or Stroke Clinic and be comfortable in deep water.

Beginner kicks and arm strokes (beginner free style and breaststroke) on the back and with face in the water.

STARFISH LEVEL 2 (AGE 5) Must be able to put face in water and float with help. Beginner kicks and arm strokes, swimming longer distances, and beginner diving.

Beginner swimmers focus on jumping in and leveling off, floating, beginner diving in deep end, swimming a prescribed distance using different strokes.

ADULT BEGINNER-INTERMEDIATE (AGE 13+) Familiarizes participants with water. Skills taught include the survival float and basic swim strokes. Individuals with some swim experience will work with instructor to perfect strokes.

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Summer Day Camps

COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING (C.I.T.) FOR WILLS PARK SUMMER DAY CAMP Program is designed for City of Alpharetta residents age14-15, who want to develop and expand their leadership skills.

Applications available on Monday, February 6 at Wills Park Recreation Center. Completed applications are to be returned no later than April 17. CIT’s must be available for pre-camp orientation and the duration of the Wills Park Summer Day Camp season (June 5-August 4; except week of July 3-7).

CAMP HAPPY HEARTS (AGE 6-12)

WILLS PARK SUMMER DAY CAMP Register during Spring/Summer Program Registration. Payment must be made in full at the time of registration. Wills Park Parent Manual and weekly field trip destinations will be available March 23. Discover out-of-this-world fun that includes arts and crafts, swimming, field trips and more!

AGE Kindergarten to 13 years (child must have completed kindergarten, no exceptions) DAYS/TIME Monday-Friday / 7:30am–5:30pm (includes pre/post camp) SESSION 1 June 5-9 SESSION 2 June 12-16 SESSION 3 June 19-23 SESSION 4 June 26-30 SESSION 5 July 10-14 SESSION 6 July 17-21 SESSION 7 July 24-28 SESSION 8 July 31-August 4 COST/WEEK $125 Resident; $187.50 Non-Resident LOCATION Wills Park Recreation Center INFO 678-297-6130 or wprcprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

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Camp Happy Hearts offers a fun summer day camp experience appropriate for children with special needs, who have sufficient skills to engage appropriately with of a group of children in activities consistent with program goals. Activities include swimming, arts and crafts, games, field trips, special guest performances, and more! All new campers must be interviewed prior to registration. Interviews begin in January; contact 678-297-6100 for an appointment.

DAYS/TIME Monday-Friday / 7:30am-5:30pm (includes pre/post camp) SESSION 1 June 5-9 SESSION 2 June 12-16 SESSION 3 June 19-23 SESSION 4 June 26-30 SESSION 5 July 10-14 SESSION 6 July 17-21 SESSION 7 July 24-28 SESSION 8 July 31- August 4 COST/WEEK $125 Resident; $187.50 Non-Resident LOCATION The Lionheart School INFO 678-297-6100 or accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

ART CAMP - EXPLORING THE VISUAL ARTS (AGE 7–12) “Oh the places we will GO!” This summer, children will explore a variety of media, have fun creating, participate in art activities, and visit with guest artists during this energized, interactive camp!

DAYS/TIME Monday-Friday / 9am-3pm SESSION 1 June 12-16 Modern Art - Now is the time!

SESSION 2 June 19-23 Action Art - Spin, Drip, & Splash!

SESSION 3 June 26-30 Oceans - Depths of your imagination SESSION 4 July 10-14 Fashion Week 2.0 - Beyond the Runway SESSION 5 July 17-21 Local Art - In your Neighborhood SESSION 6 July 24-28 Monsters - Get your CLAWS dirty!

COST/WEEK $150 Resident; $225 Non-Resident LOCATION Crabapple Government Center INFO 678-297-6160 or arts@alpharetta.ga.us

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MINI ART CAMP FOR WEE ONES (AGE 4-7) Little ones get creative and discover the basics of art including color, line, form, design and composition.

DAY/TIME Monday-Friday / 10am-11:30am Session 1 June 5-9 Session 2 June 26-30 COST $55 Resident; $82.50 Non-Resident INSTRUCTOR Alpharetta Art Staff LOCATION Crabapple Government Center INFO 678-297-6160 or arts@alpharetta.ga.us

MOVIE STAR CAMP (AGE 8-15)

Experience the excitement of starring in your own movie! Learn how to act for the camera with an experienced director who has worked for Disney and Nickelodeon studios. Students receive a starring role in their own short movie and walk the red carpet at our annual movie premiere in September (TBA).

DATE/TIME July 10-14 / 9am-3pm COST $180 Resident; $270 Non-Resident and $50 production fee that includes script, speaking role in movie, daily snacks, and two tickets to red-carpet premiere sponsored by Popcorn Media, and Aurora Cineplex Theater INSTRUCTOR Popcorn Media Staff LOCATION Crabapple Government Center INFO 678-297-6160 or arts@alpharetta.ga.us

GYMNASTICS CAMP (AGE 3-12)

Students learn principles of design, drawing, painting, mixed media. Includes hands-on demonstrations, class critiques, portfolio work.

DATE/TIME July 31-August 4 / 10am-2:30pm COST $100 Resident; $150 Non-Resident INSTRUCTOR Alpharetta Arts Staff LOCATION Crabapple Government Center INFO 678-297-6160 or arts@alpharetta.ga.us

Gymnasts participate in games and work on all equipment.

DAY/TIME Monday-Thursday / 9:30am-12:30pm Session 1 June 5-8 Session 2 June 12-15 Session 3 June 19-22 Session 4 June 26-29 Session 5 July 10-13 Session 6 July 17-20 Session 7 July 24-27 Session 8 July 31-August 3 Session 9 August 7-10 COST $108 Resident; $162 Non-Resident LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center INFO 678-297-6100 or accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

BABYSITTER BOOT CAMP® (Age 12-17)

CHEERLEADING CAMP (AGE 4-12)

TEEN SUMMER ART EXPERIENCE (AGE 13-17)

Enhance your babysitting skills and safety knowledge!

Participants earn Babysitter Certification, American Heart CPR, AED and First Aid Certification. Great camp idea for scouts, older siblings, or junior camp counselors!

DAY/TIME Tuesday-Thursday / 1pm-5pm Session 1 June 6-8 Session 2 June 20-22 Session 3 July 11-13 COST $155 Resident; $175.50 Non-Resident SUPPLY FEE $25 payable to instructor INSTRUCTOR CPR Training School Alpharetta Community Center LOCATION INFO 678-297-6100 or accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

Campers learn proper technique, jumps, stunts, and tumbling.

DAY/TIME Monday-Thursday / 9:45am-12:45pm Session 1 June 5-8 Session 2 July 10-13 COST $108 Resident; $162 Non-Resident LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center INFO 678-297-6100 or accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

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DANCE CAMPS - VARIOUS THEMES LOCATION INFO AGE 3-6 DAY/TIME COST Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5 Session 6 Session 7 Session 8 Session 9 Session 10 Session 11 AGE 6-9 DAY/TIME COST Session 1 Session 2 Session 3

Alpharetta Community Center 678-297-6100 or accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

Monday-Thursday / 9:30am-12:30pm $114 Resident; $171 Non-Resident (unless otherwise noted) May 22-25 Pretty Princess, Fabulous Fairies May 30-June 1 (Tues-Thurs) Me and My Teddy Bear $85.50 Resident; $128.25 Non-Resident June 5-8 Dolly & Me June 12-15 Rainbow Ballerinas June 19-22 Pretty Princess, Fabulous Fairies June 26-29 (age 4-6) Hip Bop, Cheer July 10-13 Pretty Princess, Fabulous Fairies July 17-20 Beautiful Ballerinas July 24-27 Pinkalicious July 31-August 3 Under the Sea August 14-17 Beautiful Ballerinas Monday-Thursday / 1:30pm-4pm $95 Resident; $142.50 Non-Resident June 12-15 / High School Musical July 17-20 / Hip Bop/Cheer July 24-27 / Musical Theatre

NEW! PLAY WELL LEGO® CAMPS DAY COST INSTRUCTOR LOCATION INFO

Monday-Friday $167.50 Resident; $251.25 Non-Resident Play-Well TEKnologies Alpharetta Community Center 678-297-6100 or accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

INTRO TO STEM WITH LEGO®

Tap into your imagination to build engineer-designed projects such as Boats, Snowmobiles, Catapults, and Merry-Go-Rounds.

Use special LEGO® pieces to create your own unique design!

AGE/GRADE Age 5-7 / grades K-2 DATE/TIME June 12-16 / 9:30am-12:30pm

MINE, CRAFT, BUILD ADVENTURE GAME USING LEGO®

Resourcefulness, creativity and cooperation unite in this building adventure game! Bring Minecraft to life using LEGO® to build a Zoo, create a Medieval Castle, and design a Tree House Village!

AGE/GRADE Age 5-7 / grades K-2 DATE/TIME June 12-16 / 1:30pm-4:30pm

STEM CHALLENGE WITH LEGO®

Power on your skills to apply real world concepts in physics and architecture through engineer-designed projects such as Catapults, Pneumatic Cranes, Arch Bridges, and Battletracks!

Design, build, and explore your creative ideas in a supportive environment. Returning campers can get to the next level in LEGO® engineering.

AGE/GRADE Age 7-12 / grades 3-5 DATE/TIME June 26-30 / 9:30am-12:30pm

MINE, CRAFT, BUILD SURVIVAL GAME USING LEGO®

Bring Minecraft to life using LEGO®! Roll the dice to mine for resources, craft tools, and watch out for Creepers! This ultimate building adventure uses gameplay elements and characters inspired by the popular Minecraft video game.

AGE/GRADE Age 7-12 / grades 3-5 DATE/TIME June 26-30 / 1:30pm-4:30pm

JEDI ENGINEERING USING LEGO®

The Force awakens for young Jedi n this intro camp! Explore engineering principles, design and build LEGO® X-Wings, R2 Units, Energy Catapults, Defense Turrets, and Settlements from a galaxy far, far away. Create imaginative motorized or architectural projects to defeat the Empire!

AGE/GRADE Age 5-7 / grades K-2 DATE/TIME July 17-21 / 1:30pm-4:30pm Spring/Summer 2017

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INSTRUCTIONAL SPORTS CAMPS

Learn specific skills in a prospective sport in a friendly, fun environment. Focus on individual abilities and game aspects of the sport. All camps are co-ed, unless otherwise noted.

INSTRUCTOR More to Hoopz LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center INFO 678-297-6100 or accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

BASKETBALL CAMP (AGE 4-7) DAY/TIME COST Session 1 Session 2 Session 3

Monday-Friday / 9:30am-12:30pm $100 Resident; $150 Non-Resident June 19-23 July 17-21 July 31-August 4

BASKETBALL CAMP (AGE 8-14) DAY/TIME COST Session 1 Session 2 Session 3

Monday-Friday / 9:30am-3:30pm $140 Resident; $210 Non-Resident June 12-1 July 10-14 July 24-28

SOCCER CAMP (AGE 4-7) DAY/TIME COST Session 1 Session 2 Session 3

Monday-Friday / 9:30am-12:30pm $100 Resident; $150 Non-Resident June 12-16 July 10-14 July 24-28

BASEBALL CAMP (AGE 4-7) DAY/TIME COST Session 1 Session 2

Monday-Friday / 9:30am-12:30pm $100 Resident; $150 Non-Resident June 5-9 June 26-30

FLAG FOOTBALL CAMP (AGE 5-7) DAY/TIME COST Session 1 Session 2

Monday-Friday / 9:30am-12:30pm $100 Resident; $150 Non-Resident June 19-23 July 17-21

LACROSSE CAMP (AGE 6-8) DAY/TIME COST Session 1 Session 2 Session 3

Monday-Friday / 9:30am-12:30pm $100 Resident; $150 Non-Resident June 5-9 June 26-30 August 1-5

NEW! GIRLS BASKETBALL CAMP (AGE 8-18) Girls learn to utilize team-building exercises associated with 5-on-5 games and league play. Campers experience quality coaching, guest speakers, and FUN! Includes 2017 camp t-shirt.

DAY/TIME Monday-Friday / 1:30pm-4:30pm COST $100 Resident; $150 Non-Resident Session 1 June 5-9 Session 2 June 26-30

NEW! LITTLE CHIPPERS CAMP (AGE 7-14) Beginner’s level golf camp covering basic fundamentals, with a focus on skills such as swing, shoulder turn, wrist action, and stable leg stance. Includes putting, pitching, chipping, and developing a full swing.

DAY/TIME Monday-Friday / 1:30pm-4:30pm COST $100 Resident; $150 Non-Resident DATE July 24-28

NEW! SPEED, CONDITIONING, AGILITY CAMP (AGE 8-14)

Camp delivers a combination of speed, agility, strength and core training. Introduces performance training, skill development, and identifying athletic potential.

DAY/TIME Monday-Friday / 1:30pm-4:30pm COST $100 Resident; $150 Non-Resident Session 1 June 12-16 Session 2 July 10-14

NEW! MULTI-SPORT CAMP (AGE 6-12)

A fun, exciting camp offering instruction on basketball, soccer, football, lacrosse, volleyball and baseball. Complete with games and activities so children stay active and engaged.

DAY/TIME Monday-Friday / 1:30pm-4:30pm COST $100 Resident; $150 Non-Resident Session 1 June 19-23 Session 2 July 17-21 Session 3 July 31-August 4

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SPORTYKES CAMPS (AGE 3-5)

Spend one day each on soccer, t-ball, basketball, and football.

Also make arts/crafts. Must be potty-trained to attend.

COST $81 Resident; $121.50 Non-Resident INSTRUCTOR SporTykes LLC LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center Gym 2 INFO 678-297-6100 or accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

AGE 3-4

DAY/TIME Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5 Session 6

AGE 4-5 DAY/TIME Session 1 Session 2 Session 3

Monday-Thursday / 9:30am-12:30pm June 6-8 June 27-29 July 11-13 July 25-27 August 8-10 August 21-24 Monday-Thursday / 1:30pm-4:30pm June 20-22 July 11-13 August 1-3

VOLLEYBALL - WOLFSBANE COED SUMMER CAMP

Intro to volleyball basics and fun competition, individual skill techniques, coordination development and team concepts.

Camps culminate with match play and a mini-tournament.

LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center Gym 1 INSTRUCTOR Wolfsbane Volleyball INFO 678-297-6153 or athleticprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

CAMP DROP-OFF OPTIONS (AGE 5-14) Open only to children enrolled in Alpharetta Community Center camps. Low-key activities, movies, board games, or time to eat/relax. EARLY drop-off open to children enrolled in morning camps. If not enrolled in an afternoon camp, child must be picked up at end of morning camp. Afternoon campers may sign up for MID-DAY and/or LATE drop-off options. Age calculation based on first day of camp, no exceptions.

LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center INFO 678-297-6100 or accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us DROP-OFF COST EARLY

8am-9:30am

$22.50

MID-DAY

12:30pm-1:30pm

$15

LATE

4pm-5:30pm

$22.50

DROP-OFF OPTIONS DATES

DATES

SESSION 1

June 5-9

SESSION 5

July 10-14

SESSION 2

June 12-16

SESSION 6

July 17-21

SESSION 3

June 19-23

SESSION 7

July 24-28

SESSION 4

June 26-30

SESSION 8

July 31-Aug 4

VOLLEYBALL CAMP SESSION 1A AGE/LEVEL DATE/TIME COST

Age 11-14 / Intermediate June 5-9 / 9:30am-4:30pm $210 Resident; $315 Non-Resident

VOLLEYBALL CAMP SESSION 2A AGE/LEVEL DATE/TIME COST

Age 9-12 / Beginning, Intermediate June 19-23 / 9:30am-12:30pm $90 Resident; $135 Non-Resident

VOLLEYBALL CAMP SESSION 2B AGE/LEVEL DATE/TIME COST

Age 11-14 / Intermediate June 19-23 / 1:30pm-4:30pm $90 Resident; $135 Non-Resident

VOLLEYBALL CAMP SESSION 3 AGE/LEVEL DATE/TIME COST

Age 11-17 / Intermediate, Advanced July 17-21 / 9:30am-4:30pm $210 Resident; $315 Non-Resident

VOLLEYBALL CAMP SESSION 4A AGE/LEVEL DATE/TIME COST

Age 6-10 / Beginning August 1-3 / 10am-12pm $54 Resident; $81 Non-Resident

VOLLEYBALL CAMP SESSION 4B AGE/LEVEL DATE/TIME COST

Age 11-16 / Beginning, Intermediate August 1-3 / 2pm-4pm $54 Resident; $81 Non-Resident

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Art for Adults

Classes for age 18+ are held at Crabapple Government Center, 12624 Broadwell Road, unless otherwise noted.

Supply fee is non-refundable. A supply list will be provided for each class.

INFO 678-297-6165 or arts@alpharetta.ga.us NOTE No classes April 3-7, May 29, or during Fulton County School closures.

ART - INTRO TO PAINTING OIL & ACRYLIC, with Kip Rogers This class is tailor-made for beginners or first-time painters, to walk you through painting in acrylic or oil.

DAY/TIME Wednesday / 10am-12pm Session 1 March 1-April 12 Session 2 April 19-May 24 COST $80 Resident; $120 Non-Resident

ART - OIL & ACRYLIC PAINTING, with Kip Rogers

Paint what you want! Class is for all levels and emphasizes basic techniques, composition, color mixing and glazing.

DAY/TIME Wednesday / 12:30pm-2:30pm Session 1 March 1-April 12 Session 2 April 19-May 24 DAY/TIME Session 1 Session 2 COST

Saturday / 10am-12pm March 4-April 15 April 22-May 27 $80 Resident; $120 Non-Resident

ART - DRAWING AND PAINTING, with Kip Rogers

Students work with basic drawing ideas (shading, perspective, composition) and work their way to painting. Color mixing, structure, and a finished painting will be the goal.

DAY/TIME Thursday / 6pm-7:30pm Session 1 March 2-April 13 Session 2 April 20-May 25 COST $60 Resident; $90 Non-Resident

ART - PAINTING, with Maureen Engle

Hands-on instruction, palette knife and brush painting with oil, acrylic or watercolor; select your medium. Paint from still life or photographs, landscapes, abstract, and more!

DAY/TIME Tuesday / 10am-12:30pm Session 1 February 28-April 11 Session 2 April 18-May 23 DAY/TIME Session 1 Session 2

Thursday / 10am-12:30pm March 2-April 13 April 20-May 25

DAY/TIME Session 1 Session 2 COST

Thursday / 1pm-3:30pm March 2-April 13 April 20-May 25 $100 Resident; $150 Non-Resident

NEW! ART - MASTER IN ME, with Leena Joshi

Study the styles of master artists such as Monet, Van Gogh and Picasso, then create your own original works! Students can choose to paint from still life or from a photograph.

DAY/TIME Tuesday / 1pm-3pm Session 1 February 14-March 21 Session 2 April 18-May 23 COST $80 Resident; $120 Non-Resident

NEW! ART - HAND BUILDING IN CLAY

Explore hand building techniques to create projects in clay. Use underglazes and oxides to create a painterly surface, exploring colors for the finish.

DAY/TIME Tuesday / 6:30pm-9pm Session 1 February 28-April 25 Session 2 May 2-June 20 Session 3 June 27-August 15 INSTRUCTOR Rosita Czekala COST $132 Resident; $198 Non-Resident SUPPLY FEE $20 payable to instructor

NEW! ART - WHEEL THROWN POTTERY

Explore wheel thrown pottery techniques to create vessels in clay.

Primary class focus is on learning basic techniques for controlling and creating on the wheel.

DAY/TIME Wednesday / 10:30am-1pm Session 1 March 1-April 12 Session 2 April 19-May 24

DAY/TIME Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 INSTRUCTOR COST SUPPLY FEE

Wednesday / 6:30pm-9:00pm March 1-April 26 May 3-June 21 June 28-August 16 Rosita Czekala $132 Resident; $198 Non-Resident $20 payable to instructor

ART - BRUSH AND BEAN

It’s a Coffee & Canvas paint party, even if you can’t paint a stick!

In a fun, social, group setting, an artist will guide you through replicating a featured painting step-by-step. Materials furnished.

Coffee and light refreshments provided. Pre-registration required.

LOCATION Wills Park Recreation Center DAY/TIME Saturday / 1pm-4pm Session 1 March 18 Session 2 July 15 INSTRUCTOR Jennifer Tanksley COST $25 Resident; $37.50 Non-Resident

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Art for Youth

Art Enrichment classes are held at Crabapple Government Center, 12624 Broadwell Road. Non-refundable supply fee is payable to instructor as noted.

INFO 678-297-6165 or arts@alpharetta.ga.us NOTE No classes April 3-7, May 29, or during Fulton County School closures, unless otherwise stated by individual instructor.

ART - CREATE WITH ME (AGE 2-5) Join your little one to discover the fun of art together! Using a hands-on approach and mixed media, the class includes painting concepts, shape discovery, ceramics and more. Projects are seasonally themed and vary by session.

DAY/TIME Tuesday / 9:45am-10:45am Session 1 March 7-March 28 Session 2 April 11-May 2 Session 3 May 9-May 30 INSTRUCTOR Jessica Barker COST $32 Resident; $48 Non-Resident

ART - CREATIVE PLAYGROUND (AGE 3-5) Little artists will create a special piece of art each month! An adult must attend and participate with the child. All supplies are provided. No fee; pre-registration required; space limited.

DAY/TIME Thursday / 10:30am-11:30am DATE/THEME March 16 Things with Wings April 20 April Showers May 11 May Flowers August 17 Summertime

ART - CREATIVE CLAYWORKS FOR YOUNG SCULPTORS (AGE 6+) Discover the fun in working with clay. Create whimsical projects like frogs, fish, turtles, name plaques, and seasonal projects.

Bright colored glazes used.

DAY/TIME Monday / 4pm-5:30pm Session 1 March 13-May 8 (8 weeks) Session 2 May 22-July 24 (8 weeks) Session 3 July 31-August 28 (5 weeks) INSTRUCTOR Mary Tussey 8 WEEK COST $94 Resident; $141 Non-Resident 5 WEEK COST $58 Resident; $87 Non-Resident SUPPLY FEE $25 payable to instructor

ART - TEEN DRAWING, MIXED MEDIA & PORTFOLIO CLASS (AGE 12+) Goals are to assist young artists in developing a significant comfort level with rendering a subject, build upon their skills, and create a body of artwork that can be presented in a portfolio.

DAY/TIME Monday / 5:30pm-7:30pm Session 1 March 6-April 17 Session 2 April 24-June 5 Session 3 June 12-July 24 Session 4 July 31-September 4 INSTRUCTOR John Horne COST $90 Resident; $135 Non-Resident

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ART - CARTOON CLASS (AGE 6-10) Draw cartoon faces with exaggerated facial features, learn how to illustrate movement or sound, personify inanimate objects and ordinary animals into silly cartoon characters!

DAY/TIME Tuesday / 4:15pm-5:30pm Session 1 March 7-May 2 Session 2 May 9-June 27 Session 3 July 11-August 29 INSTRUCTOR Laura Vandewiele COST $80 Resident; $120 Non-Resident SUPPLY FEE $10 payable to instructor

ART - DRAWING, FOR HOME SCHOOLERS (AGE 6-10) Learn to draw portraits, figures, landscapes, still life, and a few cartoons. Use patterning, shading, perspective and color to create unique works of art, and explore art history.

DAY/TIME Friday / 12pm-1:15pm DATE March 10-May 12 INSTRUCTOR Laura Vandewiele COST $80 Resident; $120 Non-Resident SUPPLY FEE $10 payable to instructor

NEW! ART - ARTZ FOR THE HARP

YOUTH HARP CLASS (AGE 6-12)

Learn to create and compose music, play the harp in ensemble setting, and rock out solo on Harpsicle Harps! Beginning level class includes music genres from pop to rock and a few classics.

Child friendly sized instruments and all materials provided.

DAY/TIME Thursday / 4pm-5pm Session 1 March 2-May 11 Session 2 May 18-July 27 INSTRUCTOR Lyrika Holmes COST $80 Resident; $120 Non-Resident

ART - MINI ART SCHOOL (AGE 6-9) Looking for creative adventure? Acrylic, fabric, sand, canvas, and other art materials are used by little artists to create beautiful art work to take home each week.

DAY/TIME Thursday / 4pm-5pm DATE April 20-May 25 INSTRUCTOR Leena Joshi COST $47 Resident; $70.50 Non-Resident SUPPLY FEE $15 payable to instructor

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Youth Dance Program

RHYTHM N’ SHOES DANCE LOCATION INSTRUCTOR INFO

Alpharetta Community Center Dance Room Rhythm N’ Shoes 678-297-6100 or accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

SPRING SESSION CLASS SCHEDULE AGE 2 years

3-5 years

PROGRAM

DAY

TIME

Twinkle Two’s

Monday

9:30am-10am

Thursday

10am-10:30am

Friday

9:30am-10am

Wednesday

2:30pm-3:15pm

Friday

11am-11:45am

Saturday

10am-10:45am

Princess Pre-Ballet

SPRING SESSION

Week of February 20-week of May 1 No class April 14; makeup TBD No class April 3-7 $95 Resident; $142.50 Non-Resident

COST

SUMMER SESSION CLASS SCHEDULE AGE

PROGRAM

DAY

TIME

Twinkle Two’s

Monday

3:45pm-4:15pm

Twinkle Two’s

Wednesday

3:45pm-4:15pm

Princess Ballet

Monday

4:15pm-5pm

Pre-Ballet

Wednesday

4:15pm-5pm

4-6 years

Hip Bop/Jazz

Monday

5pm-5:45pm

6-9 years

Beginning Tap

Wednesday

5pm-5:45pm

2 years 3-5 years

SUMMER SESSION 1 SUMMER SESSION 2 COST

Week of June 5-week of June 26 Week of July 10-week of July 31 $38 Resident; $57 Non-Resident

BALLERNIA’S MORNING OUT (AGE 3-6) DAY/TIME Session 1 Session 2 COST

Monday / 10am-12pm March 6-March 27 April 10-May 1 $76 Resident; $114 Non-Resident

PRINCESS FOR A DAY (AGE 3-6) DATE/TIME COST

March 11 or April 22 / 12pm-3pm $28.50 Resident; $42.75 Non-Resident

SPRING BREAK DANCE CAMPS (AGE 3-6) DATE/TIME COST

April 3-6 / 9:30am-12:30pm $114 Resident; $171 Non-Resident

Rhythm N’ Shoes BIRTHDAY PARTIES SATURDAYS TIMES COST THEMES

Spring/Summer 2017

Call 678-297-6100 for more information and to reserve your party!

12:15pm or 2:15pm; parties are 1½ hours $175 up to 12 guests; $10 each additional guest Ages 3-6 Movin’ n’ Groovin’ (boys/girls) Ballet or Princess (girls) Ages 6-8 Hip Bop (girls)

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Gymnastics

LOCATION INSTRUCTOR INFO

Alpharetta Community Center LD Gymnastics 678-297-6100 or accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us Do you have an active, flipping, twisting, gravity-defying ball of energy living in your house? Let them release their energy while developing a love for physical activity in our gymnastics center.

A viewing window is available for parents to watch classes.

GYMNASTICS SPRING CLASS SCHEDULE DATE

Week of March 6-week of May 15 Mon-Thurs (10 classes); Fri (9 classes) No class April 3-7 or April 14

COST

$99 Resident; $148.50 Non-Resident (Monday-Thursday) $90 Resident; $135 Non-Resident (Friday) *Denotes 45-minute class. All others 1-hour class GYMNASTICS CLASSES

Monday

PARENT & TOT* (18 months-2.5 years) 2 YEAR OLDS*

4-5 YEAR OLDS

Wednesday

10:30am

11:30am

3-4 YEAR OLDS

Tuesday

Thursday

Friday

9:30am

10:30am

10:30am

9:30am

Saturday

9:30am

10:30am

11:30am

2:30pm

9:30am

9:30am

9:30am

11:30am

9:30am

9:30am

11:30am

11:30am

11:30am

2:15pm

11:30am

2:30pm

1:15pm

1:30pm

4:30pm

2:15pm

4:30pm

10:30am

1:15pm

2:30pm

1:15pm

1:15pm

1:30pm

2:15pm

2:30pm 5-12 YEAR OLDS

3:30pm

2:15pm

2:30pm

3:30pm

3:30pm

9:30am

4:30pm

3:30pm

3:30pm

4:30pm

10:30am

5:30pm TUMBLING (6-9 years)

4:30pm

3:30pm

(9 & up) BOYS (5-7 years)

10:30am

3:30pm

3:30pm

(8 & up)

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Gymnastics

ALPHARETTA ACHIEVERS GYMNASTICS TEAM

NEW! FOR SUMMERTIME

The Alpharetta Recreation and Parks Department sponsors a gymnastics team that is available by invitation. For further information please call 678-297-6154.

Instruction offered with drills and progressive skills to aide in proper technique for learning back handsprings. Participants work on trampoline, gymnastics floor, and foam pit. Eight-class clinics include work to perfect handsprings and round-offs, beneficial for round-off back handspring.

COST $72 Resident; $108 Non-Resident

BACK HANDSPRING CLINICS (AGE 5-12)

GYMNASTICS TUMBLING (AGE 6 & UP) Tumbling participants should be able to do round-offs, standing back bends, handstands, and have basic gymnastics skills. Emphasis will be placed on the following skills: back walkovers, front walkovers, standing back handsprings, roundoff back handspring, aerials, standing tucks, and round-off back handspring back tucks.

GYMNASTICS BIRTHDAY PARTIES (AGE 3+) Enjoy gymnastics with play in the pit, jumping on 30-foot trampoline and swinging on the giant rope. Parties scheduled on Saturdays at 12pm or 2pm.

COST $150 for 1-12 children $200 for 13-16 children $250 for 17-22 children *Party count includes guest of honor INFO 678-297-6100 or accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

GYMNASTICS SUMMER CLASS SCHEDULE SESSION 1 SESSION 2 COST

Week of June 5-week of June 26 Week of July 10-week of July 31 $36 Resident; $54 Non-Resident

*Denotes 45-minute class. All others 1-hour class CLASSES

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

1:30pm

4:30pm

2 YEAR OLDS*

1:30pm 3-4 YEAR OLDS

1:30pm

4:30pm

1:30pm

4:30pm

2:30pm

6:30pm

2:30pm

4:30pm

2:30pm

5:30pm

3:30pm

5:30pm

3:30pm

5-12 YEAR OLDS

6:30pm BACK HANDSPRING CLINIC** (5-12 years) 5:30pm

3:30pm

**Denotes 2-hour clinics

Spring/Summer 2017

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Youth Fitness and Instructional Programs

LIL’ VIBE FITNESS (AGE 4-10)

Creative dance fitness program that blends rhythmic moves, fun fitness, and wellness activities. Goal is to educate and inspire kids to live active, healthy lives! Students work toward a final performance held at end of each 8-week session. Includes Lil’ Vibe t-shirt.

DAY/TIME Monday / 4:15pm-5pm -orTuesday / 4:15pm-5pm Session 1 March 13-May 9 (no class April 3-4) Session 2 August 21-October 24 (no class Sept 4-5; Oct 9-10) COST $60 Resident; $90 Non-Resident INSTRUCTOR Corena Spiron LOCATION Wills Park Recreation Center INFO 678-297-6130 or wprcprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

SHOTOKAN KARATE (AGE 7+)

Practicing traditional karate tones the body, develops composure, increase self-confidence, and heightens one’s sense of awareness to help avoid dangerous situations.

DAY/TIME Monday, Wednesday / 6pm-7pm Session 1 March 13-June 28 (15 weeks) Session 2 July 1-September 23 (12 weeks) COST-15 weeks $243 Resident; $364.50 Non-Resident COST-12 weeks $195 Resident; $292.50 Non-Resident INSTRUCTOR Daryl D. Adams, 5th Degree Black Belt LOCATION Wills Park Recreation Center INFO 678-297-6130 or wprcprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

MULTI-SPORT SPRINGBREAK CAMP (AGE 6-12)

A fun, exciting camp offering full-day instruction on basketball, soccer, football, lacrosse, volleyball and baseball. Complete with games and activities so child stays active and engaged all day.

DATE/TIME April 3-7 / 9am-3pm (pre/post camp available 8:30am-5pm) COST $240 Resident; $360 Non-Resident LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center INFO 678-297-6100 or accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

INSTRUCTIONAL SPORTS CLASSES

Classes focus on teaching participants specific skills in a friendly and fun environment, concentrating on individual abilities and game aspects of the sport. Six-week sessions are co-ed.

SPRING 1 SPRING 2 COST INSTRUCTOR LOCATION INFO

Week of February 20-March 27 (indoors) Week of April 10-May 15 $60 Resident; $90 Non-Resident More to Hoopz Alpharetta Community Center 678-297-6100 or accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

FLAG FOOTBALL (AGE 5-8) DAY/TIME DATE

Monday / 5pm-6pm Spring 1 / Spring 2

BASKETBALL (AGE 4-7) DAY/ TIME DATE

Tuesday / 5pm-6pm -orSaturday / 10am-11am Spring 1 / Spring 2

BASKETBALL (AGE 8-14) DAY/ TIME DATE

Tuesday / 6pm-7pm -orSaturday / 11am-12pm Spring 1 / Spring 2

BASEBALL (AGE 4-7) DAY/ TIME DATE

Wednesday / 4pm-5pm Spring 1 / Spring 2

LACROSSE (AGE 5-8) DAY/ TIME DATE DAY/ TIME DATE

Wednesday / 5pm-6pm Spring 1 / Spring 2 Saturday / 10:30am-11:30am Spring 2

SOCCER (AGE 4-7) DAY/ TIME DATE DAY/ TIME DATE

Thursday / 5pm-6pm Spring 1 / Spring 2 Saturday / 10am-11am Spring 2

BOOK A SPORTS BIRTHDAY PARTY TODAY! Choose a specific-sport or multi-sport theme for special birthday fun! Call 678-297-6100 to book your party.

PRIVATE INDIVIDUAL OR SMALL GROUP TRAINING Offered throughout the year. For more information and to schedule, call 678-297-6100.

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Youth Fitness and Instructional Programs

NEW! VOLLEYBALL - WOLFSBANE YOUTH COED ACADEMY (AGE 10-16) Academy offers instruction for beginner to intermediate players and gives participants an opportunity to develop skills needed to enjoy the game and move towards competitive play.

DAY/TIME Saturday / 9am-10am SPRING SESSION March 11-May 20 (no class April 8) COST $103.50 Resident; $155.25 Non-Resident LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center Gym 1 INFO 678-297-6153 or athleticprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

SPORTYKES CLASSES (AGE 2-4) SPRING SESSION

SUMMER SESSION COST INSTRUCTOR LOCATION INFO

Week of March 6-week of May 22 No classes April 3-7 Week of June 5-week of August 21 No classes week of July 4 $99 Resident; $148.50 Non-Resident SporTykes LLC Alpharetta Community Center 678-297-6100 or accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

TINY TYKES (AGE 2)

Tiny Tykes teaches basic coordination skills associated with soccer, t-ball, basketball or football in a fun, colorful atmosphere.

Tiny Tykes is not a parent participation class.

SPORTYKES I (AGE 3-5)

SporTykes I is a program designed to introduce children to the very basic fundamental skills needed to play soccer, t-ball, basketball or football in a fun environment.

SPRING SESSION Program

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Tiny Tykes

10:30am

10:30am

10:30am

10:30am

9:30am

Tiny Tykes SporTykes II

10:15am 11:15am

11:15pm

11:15pm

11:15pm

11:00pm

Tiny Tykes lasts 30-minutes. SporTykes I lasts 45-minutes.

SUMMER SESSION Program

Monday

Friday

Tiny Tykes

9:45am

9:30am

Tiny Tykes

10:30am

10:15am

SporTykes I

11:15am

11:00am

SporTykes I

12:15pm

Tiny Tykes lasts 30-minutes. SporTykes I lasts 45-minutes.

BABYSITTER CERTIFICATION CLASSES (AGE 10-15) Babysitting skill is not just about changing diapers! Learn the business of being a good babysitter through safety skills (basic CPR and First Aid), etiquette, marketing, choosing ageappropriate fun activities, and knowing what parents are looking for when they hire a babysitter. Great class for potential camp counselors and scout troops too.

SPRING 1 Friday, February 17 / 1pm-4pm (Fulton County Schools non-student day) SPRING 2 Friday, March 10 / 1pm-4pm (Fulton County Schools non-student day) SPRING 3 Saturday, April 15 / 1pm-4pm SPRING 4 Saturday, May 6 / 1pm-4pm SUMMER 1 Friday, June 9 / 10am-1pm SUMMER 2 Friday, June 23 / 10am-1pm SUMMER 3 Friday, July 14 / 10am-1pm SUMMER 4 Friday, July 28 / 10am-1pm SUMMER 5 Tuesday, August 1 / 1pm-4pm INSTRUCTOR CRP Training School COST $45 Resident; $67.50 Non-Resident LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center INFO 678-297-6100 or accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

NEW! PET CPR (AGE 12+)

Learn to save the lives of Man and Man’s Best Friend! Every pet owner should take time to learn steps for performing Pet CPR and be prepared if your furry friend is in trouble. Class includes Pet CPR certification and two-year certification for American Heart Association CPR & AED for Adult, Child and Infant.

SESSION 1 June 16 / 10am-1pm SESSION 2 June 30 / 10am-1pm SESSION 3 July 21 / 10am-1pm INSTRUCTOR CRP Training School COST $45 Resident; $67.50 Non-Resident LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center INFO 678-297-6100 or accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

SPORTYKES BIRTHDAY PARTIES Parties offered year-round. Call 678-297-6100 to book.

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Youth Fitness and Instructional Programs

BETTER WITH BUTTERCREAM (AGE 6+) Go beyond basics of buttercream piping. Use various piping tips to create nature-themed cupcakes, including a bird’s nest!

Decorate minimum of 3 cupcakes.

SESSION 1 March 4 / 1pm-3pm SESSION 2 May 6 / 1:30pm-3:30pm SESSION 3 July 1 / 1:30pm-3:30pm COST $15 Resident; $22.50 Non-Resident SUPPLY FEE $15 payable to instructor

MOMMY/DADDY & ME DECORATE (AGE 4+) Lil’ ones and parents work as a team to decorate perfect cupcakes! Use cutter/mold, frosting, fondant, piping bag/tips.

Special take-home box with two cupcakes each.

SESSION 1 March 14 / 4:30pm-6pm SESSION 2 May 16 / 1:30pm-3:30pm COST $20 Resident; $30 Non-Resident (for 1 adult and 1 child) Add participant: $10/person SUPPLY FEE $10 payable to instructor

NEW! CUPCAKE & COOKIE DECORATING Fun to decorate, take-home treats! Easy instructions and all materials provided.

INSTRUCTOR Cupcake by D’signz LOCATION Wills Park Recreation Center INFO 678-297-6130 or wprcprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

CREATIVE COOKIE DECORATING (6+) Decorate 12 homemade sugar cookies in various shapes using Cupcake by D’signz signature buttercream frostings in an array of colors, sprinkles and candies.

SESSION 1 April 1 / 1:30pm-2:30pm SESSION 2 May 13 / 1:30pm-3:30pm COST $10 Resident; $15 Non-Resident SUPPLY FEE $10 payable to instructor

BASICS OF CUPCAKE DECORATING (AGE 6+) Learn to color buttercream, use pastry strips, and fill a piping bag. Swirl-piping technique taught. Take home 4 unfrosted cupcakes, reusable piping bag and tip.

SESSION 1 April 8 / 1pm-2pm SESSION 2 June 27 / 6pm-7pm COST $10 Resident; $15 Non-Resident SUPPLY FEE $15 payable to instructor

FUN WITH FONDANT (AGE 6+) Explore how to color, knead, roll and cut fondant to use in decorating. Create 3 different animal/nature themed cupcakes.

SESSION 1 March 11 / 1pm-3pm SESSION 2 May 13 / 1:30pm-3:30pm SESSION 3 June 10 / 1:30pm-3:30pm SESSION 4 July 15 / 1:30pm-3:30pm COST $15 Resident; $22.50 Non-Resident SUPPLY FEE $15 payable to instructor

CREATE WITH CHOCOLATE (AGE 6+) Use candy melts, candy molds, and chocolate transfers to make yummy cupcake decorations.

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Special Interest Programs and Recognition

ALPHARETTA CITY BAND www.alpharettaband.com Information Don Nahser, Band Manager, 770-475-9684 Founded in August 1989, the Alpharetta City Band is an integral part of Alpharetta’s cultural arts. An ongoing adult recreation program, the ACB is open to all adult band musicians and high school students with the recommendation of their band directors. The ACB performs for such City events as July 4th, City Tree Lighting, Taste of Alpharetta, and Old Soldiers Day. Other concerts are held at churches, senior resident complexes, and special events. No auditions are required and openings are available in most sections. Rehearsals held on Wednesdays, 7:30pm-9:30pm at the Crabapple Government Center, 12624 Broadwell Road. For more information, or an invitation to a rehearsal, contact the Band Manager.

BIKE ALPHARETTA www.bikealpharetta.org Like us on Facebook at Bike Alpharetta Follow us on Twitter @BikeAlpharetta Bike Alpharetta Inc. is a 501c3 non-profit community organization comprised of local residents and civic leaders advocating an enjoyable, safe environment for all types of bicycle use in Alpharetta, Georgia. Membership is free and you become a member by supporting the group through volunteerism and/or tax-deductible monetary donations. Bike Alpharetta focuses on: • Building awareness for cyclists and motorists to considerately share the road • Providing feedback to city planners for developing safer roadways and trails • Promoting bicycling as a healthy activity and alternative mode of transportation for riders of all ages in the community • Volunteer projects include annual Bikes-For-Kids-Alpharetta initiative, collecting/cleaning gently used bikes for distribution to community children in need

SPECIAL RECOGNITION MEET RECREATION COMMISSION MEMBER MELISSA JURGENS Melissa grew up in North Carolina, where she attended UNC-Chapel Hill, receiving her degree in Political Science. She went on to obtain her law degree at the University Of North Carolina School Of Law and has been practicing law in Alpharetta since 2014.

Since moving to Alpharetta with her family in 2000, Melissa has volunteered with the religious education programs and Moms’ Fellowship group at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, has served as a foster parent for Catholic Charities, and volunteered with the Milton High School Cross Country Team.

Melissa has been married almost 25 years, raising three sons who are all studying at the University of Georgia. She enjoys reading, hiking, biking on the greenway, and running on the trails at Wills Park and Webb Bridge Park. She particularly enjoys running at Wills Park on a Saturday morning, where she can take in a baseball game, a horseshow, and a game of disc golf in one loop around the park. Over the years, her family has benefitted from many of the facilities and programs offered by the Recreation and Parks Department, particularly the basketball program in which all of her children participated through the teen league. Melissa says she can’t think of anyone amongst her friends and neighbors whose lives have not been positively impacted by our city’s parks and the various programs offered by the department. She credits the Recreation and Parks Department in large part for the excellent quality of life residents enjoy here in Alpharetta! The City of Alpharetta welcomes Melissa to the Recreation Commission.

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EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION Summer 2016 – Parks Services Manager Eric Milley and Park Supervisors Chris Anderson, Nate Hand, and Kurt Kirby all completed the course requirements to become Certified Playground Safety Inspectors.

October 2016 – Equestrian Center Manager Matt Casey completed the requirements to become a Certified Park and Recreation Professional.

November 2016 – Recreation Coordinators Molly Aaron and Tyler Spinnenweber with the Athletics Division completed the requirements to become Certified Youth Sports Administrators.

We congratulate each of these employees on their accomplishments!

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Youth Athletic Leagues

Space in youth athletic leagues is limited per age group. Register early! Don’t delay!!

INFO

678-297-6160 or athleticprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

WEBSITE www.arpdathletics.org VOLUNTEER! Interested in serving as a volunteer coach?

Please contact us at 678-297-6160 or athleticprograms@alpharetta.ga.us for an application. All volunteers must successfully pass the City’s background check which includes a criminal history check.

IMPORTANT Alpharetta Recreation and Parks does NOT take special requests for youth athletic league team formation. When registering, indicate ONE night per week the participant CANNOT practice. Although not guaranteed, this will be considered during team formation.

SOCCER - ALPHARETTA AMBUSH ACADEMY AND SELECT SOCCER TRYOUTS (2017-2018 Season) Register to try-out for a select soccer team with Alpharetta Ambush. Participants must attend at least one tryout to be considered for a team. Attending all three days is strongly encouraged. Ambush is one of the premier soccer clubs in the North Atlanta area, producing quality soccer players since 1999.

AGE CALCULATION January 1, 2017 AGE GROUPS Under 8 Pre-Academy to Under 19 Boys and Girls REGISTRATION Begins May 1 TRYOUT COST $10 U8 PRE-ACADEMY EVALS May 30-May 31 U9-U13 TRYOUT DATES May 30-June 1 U14-U19 TRYOUT DATES June 6-8 LOCATION North Park, Alpharetta INFO www.alpharettaambush.org

VOLLEYBALL - WOLFSBANE SPRING COED YOUTH LEAGUE (AGE 10-16) Youth Volleyball League is for the recreational to competitive level player. Players will be placed on teams based on age/ability.

AGE CALCULATION September 1, 2016 EVALUATIONS Wednesday / March 1 / 6pm-7:30pm SPRING SESSION March 6-May 17; no class April 3-7 PRACTICES Monday, Wednesday / 6pm-7:30pm Alpharetta Community Center Gym 1 MATCHES Saturdays in Alpharetta, Roswell, or YMCA COST $220 Resident; $330 Non-Resident INFO 678-297-6153 or athleticprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

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Youth Athletic Leagues

BASKETBALL - WINTER RECREATION (BOYS/GIRLS, AGE 6-15) Priority Registration

August 4-September 8

City of Milton Registration

August 11-September 8

Open Registration

August 18-September 8

AGE CALCULATION COST PRACTICES BEGIN GAMES BEGIN LOCATIONS

SOCCER - FALL RECREATION Priority Registration

June 23 - July 28

City of Milton Registration

June 30 - July 28

Open Registration

July 7 - July 28

BOYS/GIRLS BIRTH YEAR

COED BIRTH YEAR

COST RESIDENT/NON-RESIDENT

2013 (must be 4 by 12/31/17)

$80 / $140

2012

$80 / $140

2010/2011

$100 / $175

2008/2009

$140 / $245

2006/2007

$140 / $245

2004/2005

$140 / $245

2002/2003

$140 / $245

1999-2001

$140 / $245

AGE CALCULATION PRACTICES BEGIN GAMES BEGIN LOCATIONS WEBSITE NOTE

NOTE

(as of September 1, 2017) $100 Resident; $175 Non-Resident Week of October 30 December 2 (post-holiday games resume January 6) Alpharetta Community Center Crabapple Government Center Wills Park Recreation Center Participant medals will be given to ages 6-13

(as of December 31, 2017) Week of August 21 Week of September 9 Webb Bridge Park, Bridgeway, Milton Center www.alpharettaambush.org/recsoccer Participant medals will be given for birth years 2004-2013.

LACROSSE - FALL RECREATION Alpharetta Recreation and Parks partners with the Alpharetta High School Junior Raiders Lacrosse Club to provide youth lacrosse (U9-U15). For more info or to register, visit www.juniorraiderslax.com. Teams play an interleague schedule which requires travel to othr parks in the North Atlanta area.

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Partner Youth Athletic Associations

ALPHARETTA YOUTH BASEBALL ASSOCIATION (AYBA) www.alpharettayouthbaseball.org Play baseball this spring with Alpharetta Youth Baseball Association! AYBA has a simple goal: to provide our families with the best baseball experience possible. To accomplish this we focus on skills development, sportsmanship, teamwork, and fun!

AYBA offers recreational baseball programs (Spring, Summer, Fall) for all skill levels (ages 4-19), Spring Select baseball (ages 9-10, and 11-12), Summer Out of Park/All-Stars (ages 6-12), Cooperstown programs ages 12U, Competitive Travel program (ages 9-14), and Middle School Feeder programs. AYBA invests in our coaches and players by providing professional, on field, hands on, skill development training to insure the continuation of coach/player success. We pride ourselves in offering our teams beautifully maintained fields, dedicated field time for team practices, new and/or upgraded field equipment, and our commitment to re-schedule games canceled due to weather to ensure you get the most baseball possible! Visit the AYBA website for details.

ALPHARETTA YOUTH SOFTBALL ASSOCIATION (AYSA) www.alpharettasoftball.com AYSA is a volunteer organization providing softball opportunities (recreation, all-stars, travel) for girls (ages 4-18) at Alpharetta North Park. With 8 beautiful fields and a focus on developing player skills, encouraging sportsmanship, and promoting physical fitness and positive self-esteem, AYSA provides girls and their families a community feeling. Parents are encouraged to participate in all activities. AYSA also partners with area professional fastpitch coaching organizations and former top collegiate athletes to offer numerous skill development clinics to program players. Volunteer coaching opportunities may be available, and coach development training is provided.

Registration for Spring Season opens in November, and Fall Season opens in June. Walk-up registrations are welcome during Evaluation Day. Check the AYSA website for further details.

NORTH ATLANTA FOOTBALL LEAGUE (NAFL) www.nafl.club As a leader in player safety, NAFL is proud to be considered the premier recreational youth flag football, tackle football and cheerleading program for youth in kindergarten-5th grade in the communities surrounding Alpharetta, Milton, Roswell, Johns Creek, and more. NAFL is one of the leading youth football programs in America. They are implementing baseline testing programs, in game sideline measures and tools such as Pete Carroll’s ‘Hawk Tackle’ keeping the head out of tackling, that are unprecedented in youth football. Hands down, one of the best leagues in the country, according to Buddy Curry, NFL All Pro and Defensive Rookie-of-the-Year, and USA Football ‘Heads Up Tackling’ liaison. With two state-of-the-art, synthetic turf fields (safer, softer and faster playing surfaces) NAFL’s home fields are located at Alpharetta North Park. Founded in 1975, NAFL is an all-volunteer organization led by members of the community. For more information, visit the NAFL website.

NORTH METRO MIRACLE LEAGUE (NMML) www.nmml.net For over 30 seasons, NMML has continued to provide adapted recreational sports programs, after school and summer fitness day camps, and inclusive social activities that serve children with disabilities and youth in our community. Most of the activities take place at our sports complex and family center, located in Alpharetta’s North Park. We welcome volunteers of all ages. It’s a great place to build friendships and complete community service hours. For more information, visit the NMML website.

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Teen and Adult Athletics

Space in teen/adult leagues is limited. Registration for a league may fill up prior to the closing date.

ADULT LEAGUES

Participants must be 18 or older as of first game of the season

TEEN LEAGUES

Participants must be 15-19 years as of first game of the season

NON-RESIDENT FEE

$25 per non-resident on team roster (applies to all leagues, in addition to league fee)

INFO

678-297-6160, www.arpdathletics.org athleticprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

SUMMER ADULT SOFTBALL TEAM REGISTRATION ROSTER/NR FEES DUE COST SEASON BEGINS LOCATION DAY Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

April 17-28 May 12 $450 per team (plus NR fees) June 5 North Park

LEAGUES

Men’s C and D; Co-ed D Men’s D and E; Co-ed D Men’s C and D; Co-ed C Men’s D and E

NEW FOR 2017 SUMMER / FALL SEASONS Starting in Summer 2017, registration for all teen and adult athletic leagues is to be completed online at www.alpharetta.ga.us. For assistance, call 678-297-6160.

SPRING ADULT SOFTBALL RETURNING TEAM REGISTRATION OPEN TEAM REGISTRATION ROSTER/NR FEES DUE COST SEASON BEGINS LOCATION DAY Monday Wednesday

January 17-27 January 23-27 February 10 $450 per team (plus NR fees) Week of February 20 North Park

LEAGUES

Men’s C and D; Co-ed D Men’s D and E; Co-ed C

SPRING VOLLEYBALL - ADULT COED LEAGUE

6-on-6 coed volleyball league designed for players of all skill levels. Teams play one match per week, two games to 25, third game to 15. Matches last up to one hour.

TEAM REGISTRATION January 30-February 16 ROSTER/NR FEES DUE March 2 COST $400 per team (up to 10 players) Must register as complete team, no individuals SEASON March 6-May 17; no matches April 3-7 GAMES Monday or Wednesday 7:30pm-9:30pm LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center Gym 1

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FALL MEN’S BASKETBALL TEAM REGISTRATION ROSTER/ NR FEES DUE COST SEASON BEGINS LOCATION DIVISIONS

July 11-21 August 4 $400 per team (plus NR fees) Week of August 29 Alpharetta Community Center Wills Park Recreation Center Tuesday A-League Thursday B-League

FALL MEN’S SOFTBALL TEAM REGISTRATION ROSTER/NR FEES DUE COST SEASON BEGINS LOCATION DAY Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

July 18-August 4 August 18 $450 per team (plus NR fees) September 11 North Park

LEAGUES

Men’s C and D; Co-ed D Men’s D and E; Co-ed D Men’s C and D; Co-ed C Men’s D and E

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Fitness Programs – Adult

FUTON TO 5K ALL fitness levels welcome! Join us to train for your first or your fiftieth 5K! A proven training schedule used to work up to a 30-minute run after 10 weeks of training. Run one or both times per week. You GOT this!

DATE/TIME/DAY Week of March 6-week of May 15 Monday / 5:30pm-6:30pm Saturday / 7:30am-8:30am COST $30 Resident; $45 Non-Resident LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center (run on Wills Park trail) INFO 678-297-6160 or athleticprograms@alpharetta.ga.us

NEW! HULA HOOP FITNESS

SHOTOKAN KARATE (ADULT/TEEN)

Not your mama’s hula hoop! Modern hula hoop dance is a fun aerobic way to strengthen the whole body, improve balance, coordination and flexibility. Learn foundations of hula hooping, then slowly add tricks and techniques. Be ready to laugh, dance, move, and get into the groove! Hoops provided; no experience needed.

SESSION 1 February 28-April 8 SESSION 2 April 11-May 20 SESSION 3 May 23-June 29 SESSION 4 July 6-August 15 INSTRUCTOR Michelle Hamilton LOCATION Wills Park Recreation Center INFO 678-297-6130 or wprcprograms@alpharetta.ga.us SCHEDULE Tuesday

Saturday

11:30am

8am

6pm

6pm

Practicing traditional karate tones the body, develops composure, increases self-confidence and heightens one’s sense of awareness to help avoid dangerous situations.

INSTRUCTOR Daryl D. Adams, 5th Degree Black Belt SESSION 1 March 13-June 28, 15 weeks (no class May 29) SESSION 2 July 1-September 23, 12 weeks (no class September 4) LOCATION Wills Park Recreation Center INFO 678-297-6130 or wprcprograms@alpharetta.ga.us SESSION 1

SESSION 2

Monday

Wednesday

Saturday

(resident/non-resident) (resident/non-resident)

7-8pm

7-8pm

N/A

$243 / $364.50

$195 / $292.50

7-9pm

7-9pm

10:30am-12:30pm

$300 / $450

$240 / $360

N/A

N/A

10:30am-12:30pm

$243 / $364.50

$195 / $292.50

Drop-in

Drop-in

Drop-in

$12 / $18

$12 / $18

COST Resident/Non-Resident Any 1 day

$36 / $54

Any 2 days

$72 / $108

Any 3 days

$108 / $162

Drop-In

$6 / $9

NEW! THE G6 CIRCUIT

Maximize your fitness time by combing full-body cardio and strength elements in G6 circuit. Switch from station to station, chased by 15-minutes of abs to stay fit for summer! Bring water and towel. Class is 30-minutes.

DAY/TIME Tuesday, Thursday / 5pm-6pm DATE May 1-June 23 COST $130 Resident; $195 Non-Resident INSTRUCTOR Amber Jones LOCATION Wills Park Recreation Center INFO 678-297-6130 or wprcprograms@alpharetta.ga.us 30 | For more information 678-297-6100 or visit us at www.alpharetta.ga.us/recreation

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Fitness Programs – Adult

FITNESS - PYW Class combines core strengthening exercises of Pilates, stretching and relaxation of Yoga, and muscle building exercises of weight training. Class is 30-minutes.

SCHEDULE (Session 1 / Session 2) Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

10:10am

10:15am

10:10am

6pm

6:25pm

6pm

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

10:10am

9:50am

6:25pm

COST

Resident/Non-Resident

FITNESS – STEP / PYW SESSION 1

April 3-June 30 (no class April 7-8, 14; May 11, 29) SESSION 2 July 1-September 2 (no class July 4) INSTRUCTOR Tracey Hill LOCATION Wills Park Recreation Center INFO 678-297-6130 or wprcprograms@alpharetta.ga.us Note: No Tuesday morning class from June 5-August 4

Class consists of step training for an exciting cardio workout, followed by Pilates, Yoga and Weight Training (PYW). Class is 60-minutes, unless otherwise noted.

SCHEDULE (Session 1 / Session 2) Tuesday

Wednesday

9:40am

9:45am

9:40am

5:30pm

6pm

5:30pm

Thursday

$25 / $37.50

Any 2 days

$45 / $67.50

Any 3 days

$59 / $88.50

Any 4 days

$76 / $114

Any 5 days

$89 / $133.50

Drop-In

$6 / $9

YOGA

FITNESS - STEP & PYW (Pilates/Yoga/Weight Training)

Monday

Any 1 day

Friday

Saturday

9:40am

9:20am

6pm

Practice the best core workout, improve your posture, and relax your mind in this class, which blends the ancient art of yoga with modern exercise science. Learn how to fit five minutes at a time into your day to improve your overall health.

DAY/TIME Tuesday / 7pm-8:30pm Session 1 March 7-April 18 Session 2 April 25-May 30 Session 3 June 6-July 18 Session 3 July 25-August 29 DAY/TIME Wednesday / 9:30am-11am Session 1 March 8-April 19 Session 2 April 26-May 31 Session 3 August 9-September 13 COST $60 Resident; $90 Non-Resident INSTRUCTOR Joan Pastman LOCATION Crabapple Government Center INFO 678-297-6165 or arts@alpharetta.ga.us

COST Resident/Non-Resident Any 1 day

$39 / $58.50

Any 2 days

$59 / $88.50

Any 3 days

$69 / $103.50

Any 4 days

$89 / $133.50

Any 5 days

$99 / $148.50

Drop-In

$6 / $9

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Outdoor Programs – Youth and Adult

NEW! WHITE BASS INTERMEDIATE (AGE 14-ADULT) White Bass season is short, so let’s get going! Review fly fishing techniques, equipment, and safety. Learn new skills including fly tying, then head to the river to fish for white bass. Equipment provided. Participants provide own transportation to/from the fishing site. Fishing license not included and is a class prerequisite. Ages 14-17 must be accompanied by an adult.

DAY/TIME Saturday / 9am-1pm DATE March 25 COST $65 Resident; $97.50 Non-Resident LOCATION Fishing site TBD

NEW! GARDENING CLASSES FOR HOMEOWNERS

Interested in improving your property, just not sure how to approach it? Want to better maintain your landscape? The City of Alpharetta and the Alpharetta Natural Resources Commission will host a series of free classes for homeowners. Workshops are conducted through the North Fulton Master Gardeners and the UGA Cooperative Extension in Fulton County. The City also offers a variety of environmental workshops and community recycling collections. For the spring class/collection schedules, check the City website at www.alpharetta.ga.us, or Alpharetta Natural Resource Commission’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ AlpharettaNaturalResources.

NEW! INTRO TO FISHING (AGE 6+)

Discover the joy of fishing and learn techniques! Bring your own gear; equipment not provided. All children must be accompanied by an adult (companions age 16+ require a fishing license).

DAY/TIME Saturday / 9am-11:30am DATE April 22 COST $12/person Resident $18/person Non-Resident LOCATION North Park

OUTDOOR PROGRAMS For information on Outdoor Programs (all ages), call 678-297-6100 or email accprograms@alpharetta.ga.us.

INTRO TO FLYFISHING (AGE 14-ADULT) Land the big one! Familiarize yourself with equipment, learn techniques in fly-tying, and perfect your cast on dry land. Class includes use of all equipment and ‘Fly Fishing 101’ textbook.

Fishing license not included and is a class prerequisite.

Ages 14-17 must be accompanied by an adult.

DAY/TIME Saturday / 9am-1pm SESSION 1 February 25 SESSION 2 March 18 COST $55 Resident; $82.50 Non-Resident LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center Event Lawn

NEW! TIE IT AND TRY IT (AGE 14-ADULT)

You have the skills, now take what you know and put it to work at an actual fishing site! Class prerequisite is either INTRODUCTION TO FLYFISHING or any prior experience. Participants provide own transportation to/from the fishing site. Fishing license not included and is a class prerequisite. Ages 14-17 must be accompanied by an adult.

DAY/TIME Saturday / 9am-1pm SESSION 1 May 13 SESSION 2 June 17 COST $65 Resident; $97.50 Non-Resident LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center Event Lawn; fishing site TBD 32 | For more information 678-297-6100 or visit us at www.alpharetta.ga.us/recreation

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RECREATIONAL TREE CLIMBING (AGE 5-75+) Learn a fun, safe way to climb trees on a ropes with our introductory climbing course! Climbs are tailored to be as challenging or as leisurely as you like. An adventurous, confidence-building experience for all ages/abilities to discover a sense of joy and exhilaration in the trees!

COST $28 Resident; $42 Non-Resident LOCATION Wills Park Tree (near community garden) INSTRUCTOR Fun in Trees GENERAL CLIMBING SESSIONS March 11

12pm-2:30pm

3pm-5:30pm

April 8

12pm-2:30pm

3pm-5:30pm

May 13

12pm-2:30pm

3pm-5:30pm

June 10

12pm-2:30pm

3pm-5:30pm

July 15

12pm-2:30pm

3pm-5:30pm

August 12

12pm-2:30pm

3pm-5:30pm

SPECIALTY CLIMBS

HOW TO RIDE A BIKE (AGE 4-11) Let the experts from Endurance House teach your child how to ride in a safe, flat, contained area. Kids gain confidence and have a blast!

DAY/TIME Sunday / 10am-12pm DATES June 18 -or- July 16 COST $45 Resident; $67.50 Non-Resident LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center Parking Lot

INTRO TO ROAD CYCLING (AGE 15-ADULT) Join us for a guided cycling tour of the Big Creek Greenway!

Bikes/helmets provided by Endurance House, if needed. Bike a total of 12-20 miles.

DAY/TIME Saturday / 10am-1pm DATE March 18 -or- May 13 COST $65 Resident; $97.50 Non-Resident LOCATION Ed Isakson YMCA

March 25

12pm-2:30pm

Girls Only!

Challenge for girls/women all ages

May 20

12pm-2:30pm

Boys Only!

Challenge for boys/men all ages

Private tree-climbing parties may be booked for birthdays, girl scouts, church groups, family reunions, team building, and more!

For information, call 678-297-6100 or visit www.FunInTrees.com.

WILDERNESS FIRST AID (AGE 15-ADULT) Learn to care for people who become ill or injured in a remote setting. Prepare for the unexpected as an outdoor enthusiast.

DAY/TIME Saturday / 8am-5pm DATE March 11 COST $112.50 Resident; $168.75 Non-Resident LOCATION Alpharetta Community Center INSTRUCTOR Ricky Silvers

INTRO TO MOUNTAIN BIKING (AGE 15-ADULT) Learn the fundamentals of mountain biking in a controlled environment. Bikes/helmets provided by Endurance House, if needed.

DAY/TIME Saturday / 10am-1pm DATE April 22 -or- June 10 COST $65 Resident; $97.50 Non-Resident LOCATION Ed Isakson YMCA

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Tennis Programs – Youth and Adult

WILLS PARK TENNIS CENTER WEBB BRIDGE PARK TENNIS CENTER RAINOUT HOTLINE DIRECTOR OF TENNIS INFO SESSION 1 SESSION 2 SESSION 3 SESSION 4

678-297-6168, press 2 Jamie Gessner, USPTR 678-297-6130 or wprcprograms@alpharetta.ga.us February 27-April 1 April 17-May 20 June 3-June 30 July 10-August 5

JUNIOR PROGRAMS TENNIS TOTS (AGE 4-6) Students learn basic tennis strokes with a focus on motor skill development. Fun games and drills are taught with special sponge balls designed for young players.

COST $70 Resident; $105 Non-Resident SESSION 1 / SESSION 2 DAY

TIME

LOCATION

Monday

4:30pm-5:30pm

Webb Bridge

Tuesday

6pm-7pm

Wills Park

Thursday

4pm-5pm

Wills Park

Friday

3:30pm-4:30pm

Webb Bridge

Saturday

9am-10am

Wills Park

Saturday

9am-10am

Webb Bridge

LITTLE ACES (AGE 7-9) Proper techniques of forehand, backhand, volley and serve are taught through fun games and drills. Goal is to become a more consistent player and prepare for match play.

COST $70 Resident; $105 Non-Resident SESSION 1 / SESSION 2 DAY

TIME

LOCATION

Monday

3:30pm-4:30pm

Webb Bridge

Tuesday

5pm-6pm

Wills Park

Thursday

5pm-6pm

Wills Park

Friday

4:30pm-5:30pm

Webb Bridge

Saturday

10am-11am

Wills Park

Saturday

10am-11am

Webb Bridge

DAY

TIME

LOCATION

Monday

6pm-7pm

Webb Bridge

Thursday

6:30pm-7:30pm

Wills Park

Friday

10am-11am

Wills Park

Saturday

10am-11am

Webb Bridge

SESSION 3 / SESSION 4

HOTSHOTS (AGE 10+) Classes focus on footwork, forehand, backhand, volley and serve.

Goal is to become a more consistent and competitive player and prepare for match play using correct tennis techniques.

COST $105 Resident; $157.50 Non-Resident SESSION 1 / SESSION 2

SESSION 3 / SESSION 4 DAY

TIME

LOCATION

Monday

5pm-6pm

Webb Bridge

Tuesday

6pm-7pm

Wills Park

Friday

9am-10am

Wills Park

Saturday

9am-10am

Wills Park

Saturday

9am-10am

Webb Bridge

DAY

TIME

LOCATION

Monday

5:30pm-7pm

Webb Bridge

Thursday

6pm-7:30pm

Wills Park

Friday

5:30pm-7pm

Webb Bridge

Saturday

11am-12:30pm

Wills Park

Saturday

11am-12:30pm

Webb Bridge

DAY

TIME

LOCATION

Monday

7pm-8:30pm

Webb Bridge

Tuesday

7pm-8:30pm

Wills Park

Friday

11am-12:30pm

Wills Park

Saturday

11am-12:30pm

Wills Park

Saturday

11am-12:30pm

Webb Bridge

SESSION 3 / SESSION 4

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TENNIS CAMPS

ADULT PROGRAMS

JUNIOR TENNIS CAMPS (AGE 7-12)

Camp covers forehand, backhand, volley and service, through fun skills, drills and games. Players need to bring racquet, sunscreen, water and daily snack. Springbreak and summer sessions.

SPRINGBREAK CAMP DAY/TIME DATE COST LOCATION

Monday-Wednesday / 9am-12pm April 3-5 $105 Resident; $157.50 Non-Resident Wills Park

SUMMER CAMPS DAY/TIME Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5 Session 6 COST

Monday-Thursday / 9:30am-12:30pm June 5-8 Wills Park June 12-15 Webb Bridge June 19-22 Wills Park July 17-20 Webb Bridge July 24-27 Wills Park $140 Resident; $210 Non-Resident

TENNIS TOTS SUMMER CAMPS (AGE 4-6)

For first time players, a fun introduction to the game of tennis with an emphasis on fundamentals and motor skills. Class taught with special sponge balls designed for young players.

Monday-Thursday / 8:30am-9:30am DAY/TIME Session 1 June 5-8 Wills Park Session 2 June 12-15 Webb Bridge Session 3 June 19-22 Wills Park Session 4 July 17-20 Webb Bridge Session 5 July 24-27 Wills Park COST $56 Resident; $84 Non-Resident

ADULT CO-ED DRILLS (AGE 15+)

ADV. BEGINNER / INTERMEDIATE COST $105 Resident; $157.50 Non-Resident SESSION 1 / SESSION 2 DAY

TIME

LOCATION

Monday

7pm-8:30pm

Webb Bridge

Thursday

7:30pm-9pm

Wills Park

BEGINNER / INTERMEDIATE COST $105 Resident; $157.50 Non-Resident SESSION 1 / SESSION 2 Tuesday

7pm-8:30pm

Wills Park

7:30pm-9pm

Wills Park

SESSION 3/SESSION 4 Thursday

ALTA / USTA TEAMS Teams must be approved by Alpharetta Recreation and Parks to form teams out of North Park. Court fees for matches vary and non-residents pay an additional $25/person. Court fees for team practices are $100 for 7 practices (2 hours, 2 courts per practice).

Additional court fee is $8 per court (2 hours).

COURT RENTAL FEES $8/court (2 hours) for Resident or current ALTA/USTA members $12/court (2 hours) for Non-Resident Call Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm to reserve and pay for court time.

Cr Credit card payments accepted over phone

NORTH PARK TENNIS CENTER INFO 678-297-6140 or nptennis@alpharetta.ga.us At press time, new programs were being developed for the North Park Tennis Center. Starting in Spring 2017, please check the website at www.alpharetta.ga.us for new program offerings, to include: • Junior Recreational Programs • Adult Instructional Clinics • Adult Competitive Drills • Private / Semi-Private • Instruction Group / Team Coaching • Lesson Packages

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Programs for Active Adults

ALPHARETTA ADULT ACTIVITY CENTER A variety of recreation programs for adults 50+!

Join a club ~ Learn a new skill ~ Play pickleball Meet new friends ~ Express your creative side Take a hike ~ Get fit and healthy ~ Travel Volunteer ~ Relax ~ Enjoy!

INFO 678-297-6140 or activeadults@alpharetta.ga.us Monthly calendars available at the center or online at www.alpharetta.ga.us/community/services/senior-activities

ALPHARETTA GOLDEN AGE CLUB Yearly membership is $15 per person. Business meetings are held on the 1st Tuesday monthly at 10am and then out for lunch.

Catered luncheons ($7 per person for AGAC members) are held on the 3rd Tuesday monthly at 11am. Club members provide volunteer assistance at the Alpharetta City Pool concession stand, at center special events, and at the children’s Easter Egg Hunt.

Luncheons dates: March 21, April 18, May 16, June 20, July 18, and August 15

ONGOING PROGRAMS (subject to change without notice) MONDAYS Open Fitness, 8:30am-5pm Yoga, 8:45am-10am Senior Tennis, 8:30am-11am Senior Swim at Alpharetta City Pool, mid-May through July 31, 9am-12pm Water Aerobics at Alpharetta City Pool, mid-May to mid-July, 10am-11am Tai Chi, 10am-11am Omaha Poker, starts mid-April, twice monthly, 10am-12pm Stained Glass, 10am-12pm Contract Bridge, 10am-3pm Woodshop, 10am-3pm Ceramics, 10am-5pm Exercise with instructor or video, 11am-12pm Mah Jongg, 1pm-4pm Qigong, 2pm-3pm (fee) Chattahoochee Evening Starts Quilters Guild, 1st Monday, 6pm-9:30pm

TUESDAYS Open Fitness, 8:30am-5pm Fitness Orientation, by appointment Last Tuesday Bingo, 10am-11:30am, $1 (prizes) Stained Glass, 10am -12pm Woodshop, 10am-3pm Pinochle, 10am-4pm Social Bridge, 12:30pm-3:30pm Ceramics, 1:30pm-4:30pm and 5pm-8pm

WEDNESDAYS Open Fitness, 8:30am-5pm Senior Tennis, 8:30am-11am Yoga, 8:45am-10am Tai Chi, 10am-11am Texas Hold ‘Em Poker, 10am-1pm Woodshop, 10am-4pm Ceramics, 10am-5pm Exercise with instructor or video, 11am-12pm Knitting for Charities, 1pm-3pm Drama Club, 2nd Wednesday, 1:30pm Qigong, 2pm-3pm (fee) TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly), 3pm-4pm

THURSDAYS Open Fitness, 8:30am-5pm Stained Glass, 10am-12pm Contract Bridge, 10am-3pm Mexican Train (dominoes), 10am-3pm Woodshop, 10am-3pm Newcomers Meet and Greet, 1st Thursday, 10:30am-12pm Friendship Club Covered Dish Luncheon, 2nd Thursday, 10am-1pm Alpharetta Book Club (Mansell House), 2nd Thursday, 10:30am Movie Matinee, days vary, 1:30pm

FRIDAYS Open Fitness, 8:30am-5pm Senior Tennis, 8:30am-11am Yoga, 8:45am-10am Tai Chi, 10am-11am Omaha Poker, through mid-April, twice monthly, 10am-12pm Stained Glass, 10am-4pm Ceramics, 10am-4:30pm Exercise with instructor or video, 11am-12pm Rummikub, various board games, 12:30pm-4pm Ping Pong, Wii Games, 1pm-3:30pm

SATURDAYS Center Open, 8:30am-4pm Pinochle, 12:30pm-4pm

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SEASONAL PROGRAMS AARP DRIVER’S SAFETY COURSES Pre-registration and payment required. Bring a sack lunch.

DAY/TIME Thursdays / 9:30am-4pm DATES January 19, April 27, July 27, November 16 COST $15 for AARP Member, $20 for non- members

AARP INCOME TAX PREPARATIONS DAY/TIME DATES INFO

Monday, Wednesday, Saturday / 9am-3pm February 1 - April 18, by appointment only Call 678-297-6140 for appointment

COFFEE AND CANVAS YEAR ROUND PROGRAMS Check out the monthly calendar and activity flyers, or call for more information: • Day Trips – variety of excursions by bus • Overnight Trips – multi-day excursions • Collectors Club day trips • Variety of Speakers – 2nd Tuesday, 10am • Hiking – for folks involved in walking program • Health Screening – various options • Wellness Seminars – informative sessions year round • Pickleball – INDOOR at Alpharetta Community Center, Wills Park Recreation Center, Crabapple Government Center.

OUTDOOR at Alpharetta North Park. Call for current schedule or go to www.usapa.org for other area locations.

It’s a paint party, even if you can’t paint a stick! Spend time in a fun, social, group setting, while an artist guides you step-by-step to replicate the featured painting. Coffee and light refreshments.

DAY/DATE/TIME Saturday / March 11 / 9:30am-12pm COST $25/person, all supplies furnished Pre-registration required

GOLDEN GAMES TUNE-UP - FIELD DAY Get ready for the upcoming Golden Games! Various outdoor games set up on the North Park football fields to practice.

Activities include Bocce, Ladder Golf, Cornhole, and more.

Lunch, refreshments, and drinks provided throughout the day.

DAY/DATE/TIME Tuesday / March 28 / 10am-2pm LOCATION North Park Turf Field #1 COST TBA – check with center closer to event

DRAMA CLUB Want to show off your creative entertainer side and have fun?

Maybe the AAAC Drama Club is for you! It’s a place where a ham can be a ham! Preparations for plays or shows meet at various times, depending on project or involvement.

DAY/TIME 2nd Wednesday / 1:30pm

QIGONG Energize the body, increase vitality, improve overall health through this Chinese system of physical exercise and breathing control (related to Tai Chi). Pre-registration required.

DAY/TIME Monday and Wednesday / 2pm-3pm COST $60 per monthly session

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Wills Park Equestrian Center

SPECIAL EVENTS Wills Park Equestrian Center is a unique feature of the Recreation and Parks Department. The center hosts a variety of events including 50 Horse Shows, 14 Dog Agility Shows, and 10 Special Events for the 2017 show season. To view or download a schedule of events, visit the City’s website at www.alpharetta.ga.us.

Call 678-297-6120 for more information. Many of these events are free to the public. All events are geared to people of all ages and are held rain or shine. Dust off those boots, put on your fanciest of hats, and make plans to enjoy one of the finest show facilities in the Southeast!

HORSE SHOWS Horse Shows are the majority of events hosted at the facility. We host local GHJA and Nationally USEF-sanctioned (A) rated Hunter Jumper Horseshows. Notable horse shows include Brownwood Farms, Elite Show Jumping, Cheryl & Co., Equus Events, and the Bolshoi Benefit, all of which have hosted shows at the facility for over 25 years. Most of these shows offer free admission so bring the family and enjoy the grace and elegance of horse and rider.

The Animal Rescue Fair is one of the most unique events held at the Center. Over 5,000 people attend this event annually, one of the largest in the Southeast. This event offers a variety of rescue facilities a better way for adoptions.

Additional events scheduled for 2017 include the 25th Annual North Fulton Cub Scots Day Camp, and the 3rd Annual Celebrate Freedom Rodeo offering various rodeo disciplines and vendors.

We also offer a variety of Private Corporate Rentals during the calendar year.

RIDING PASS Horse owners may purchase a daily or annual riding pass and must use the facility in accordance with park and riding pass rules and regulations.

Passes may be purchased at the Equestrian Center Manager’s Office.

DOG SHOWS The Dog Show schedule typically runs early spring to late fall and follows the AKC Calendar. Some notable clubs showing this year include Atlanta Obedience, 4 Paw, and Sirius Dog Agility. There are vendors at every show so be sure to bring home the best for your dog. Agility trials are races negotiated over an obstacle of jumps, tunnels, tires, weave poles, and seesaws. The dog with the least faults and best time wins. These are great shows for people who love their canine friends!

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Registration Information

Under the terms of the partnership agreement with the City of Milton, the City of Alpharetta defines a “Resident” as one whose legal domicile is located within the tax jurisdiction of the City of Alpharetta or the City of Milton. Milton residents pay Resident fees for recreation programs. City of Alpharetta residents and City of Milton residents who are returning participants in a specific program may register during PRIORITY REGISTRATION period. All other City of Milton residents may register during CITY MILTON REGISTRATION period. OPEN REGISTRATION for all others begins two (2) weeks after the start of Priority Registration.

PLEASE NOTE: The privileges of advanced registration and the same fee structure for recreation and parks programs for City of Alpharetta and City of Milton residents shall be in effect for the duration of the Memorandum of Understanding between the Cities.

The information contained in this leisure guide is subject to change without notice.

SPRING / SUMMER GENERAL PROGRAM REGISTRATION (General registration dates do not apply to youth & adult athletic leagues.)

Wednesday, January 25 – Priority Registration (City of Alpharetta Residents and returning City of Milton Residents) Wednesday, February 1 – City of Milton Registration (all other City of Milton Residents) Wednesday, February 8 – Open Registration (all others) NOTE: During Priority Registration, City of Milton residents must register in person at any ARPD facility during business hours, Mon-Thurs 8:30am-5pm and Fri 8:30am-4:30pm. City of Milton residents may register in person, online, or by email during City of Milton Registration.

REGISTRATION METHODS For a complete list of registration and refund policies, concussion awareness policy and procedures, and the code of conduct, please visit the City of Alpharetta website at www.alpharetta.ga.us or call 678-297-6100. Cash payments for programs and rentals made after 4:30pm must be paid with exact change.

ONLINE REGISTRATION Search www.alpharetta.ga.us and click on the icon for Recreation Registration. Sign in or create an account.

NOTE: Customers who register online are not eligible for family discounts during registration. Refunds for family discounts are not issued at a later time.

IN PERSON DURING GENERAL HOURS OF OPERATION A. Wills Park Recreation Center 11925 Wills Road, Alpharetta, GA 30009 B. Alpharetta Community Center 175 Roswell Street, Alpharetta, GA 30009 C. Crabapple Government Center/Alpharetta Arts Center 12624 Broadwell Road, Alpharetta, GA 30004 D. Alpharetta Adult Activity Center 13450 Cogburn Road, Alpharetta, GA 30004

BY SCAN / EMAIL Complete an Activity Registration Form, including credit card payment information and security code. Scan and email the completed email form to recreation@alpharetta.ga.us..

ONLINE REGISTRATION LINK https://apm.activecommunities.com/alpharetta

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REFUND POLICIES FOR RECREATION PROGRAMS To request a refund, call 678-297-6100 or email recreation@alpharetta.ga.us.

1 Refund Policy for General Recreation Instructional and Art Classes: Any participant may receive a refund of their registration fee (including non-resident fees if applicable) minus a $5 service charge if the refund is requested by midnight two business days prior to the second scheduled class. No refund will be issued after the second class meeting. Material/supply fee (payable to the instructor) will only be refunded if the class is canceled by the Department.

2 Refund Policy for ARPD Youth Athletic Leagues: Any participant may receive 50% refund of their league registration fee if the refund is requested by midnight two calendar days prior to the first player evaluation or at least two weeks prior to the scheduled league practice start date if there are no player evaluations (as noted in the leisure guide). No refunds will be issued after this time.

3 Refund Policy for Adult Athletic Leagues: No refunds will be issued to teams requesting refunds, except under special circumstances as approved by the Department Director or his/ her designee.

4 Refund Policy for Non-Resident Fees: Residents who are accidentally charged a non-resident fee may receive a refund of the non-resident fee upon request by emailing recreation@ alpharetta.ga.us. No other non-resident fee refunds will be issued.

5 Refund Policy for Summer Day Camps (Wills Park Summer Day Camp, Camp Happy Hearts, and Art Camps only): Any participant may receive a 50% refund of their registration fee if the refund is requested at least TWO WEEKS (10 business days) prior to the first day of a scheduled summer day camp session.

6 Refund Policy for Summer Pool Passes: Any pool pass patron may receive a refund of their pool pass fee minus a $5 service charge if the refund is requested ON or BEFORE the first Friday in June of any given year. No refunds will be issued after this date.

7 Refund Policy for Alpharetta Sharks Swim Team: Any participant may receive 50% refund of their registration fee if the refund is requested by 5:00pm on Friday, April 22. No refunds will be issued after this time.

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ALPHARETTA RECREATION AND PARKS Spring / Summer 2017 Recreation Guide

IMPORTANT REGISTRATION DATES

For more information, call 678-297-6100 or visit us at www.alpharetta.ga.us/recreation

GENERAL PROGRAM REGISTRATION BEGINS (INCLUDES ALL CAMPS, AQUATICS, AND YOUTH VOLLEYBALL SPRING

LEAGUE; EXCLUDES OTHER YOUTH/TEEN/ADULT ATHLETICS) PRIORITY REGISTRATION CITY OF MILTON REGISTRATION OPEN REGISTRATION

SPRING ADULT SOFTBALL

RETURNING TEAM REGISTRATION NEW TEAM REGISTRATION

SPRING MEN’S / TEEN BASKETBALL TEAM REGISTRATION

January 25 February 1 February 8 January 17-27 January 23-27

TEAM REGISTRATION

SUMMER ADULT SOFTBALL TEAM REGISTRATION

PRIORITY REGISTRATION MILTON REGISTRATION OPEN REGISTRATION

FALL YOUTH LACROSSE INFO / REGISTRATION

June 23-July 28 June 30-July 28 July 7-July 28 www.juniorraiderslax.com

FALL MEN’S BASKETBALL TEAM REGISTRATION

July 11-21

FALL MEN’S SOFTBALL TEAM REGISTRATION

January 17-February 3

SUMMER POOL PASSES ARE ON SALE January 25 SPRING ADULT VOLLEYBALL

FALL YOUTH SOCCER

January 30-February 24

WINTER YOUTH BASKETBALL PRIORITY REGISTRATION MILTON REGISTRATION OPEN REGISTRATION

July 18-August 4 August 4-September 8 August 11-September 8 August 18-September 8

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April 17-28

AMBUSH SOCCER TRYOUT REGISTRATION Begins May 1

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