Glynn Co Activities Guide 2025 by Steve Kelleher

General Information

The mission of the Recreation and Parks Department is to provide quality yearround recreational activities, facilities and services that are safe, fun and enhance the quality of life for all.

GLYNN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

ANNUAL OBSERVED HOLIDAYS

Sammy Tostensen, District 1

Bob Duncan, District 2

Wayne Neal, District 3

David Sweat, District 4

Allen Booker, District 5

Thomas “Bo” Clark, Jr., At-Large Post 1

Walter Rafolski, At-Large Post 2

PARK OFFICES

General Business Hours:

Monday-Friday ............................. 8am-5pm

Saturday & Sunday Closed

Extended hours during Youth Sport Registration

New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, President’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day

CONTACT US

Your suggestions, comments, and questions are important to us! Please email us at glynnrec@glynncounty-ga.gov with your input.

RAINOUT HOTLINE

In the event of inclement weather, the most up-to-date information can be found on our Weather Hotline at 912-554-7781.

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

PARK OFFICES

Ballard Park

Blythe Island Regional Park**

Blythe Island Regional Park Marina

Mallery Park

Neptune Park Pool*

Neptune Mini Golf

Selden Park

Selden Park Pool*

Community Building Rental Info

PHONE

912-554-7780

912-279-2812

912-279-2852

912-279-2836

912-279-3720

912-279-3721

912-279-2800

912-279-2824

912-554-7780

ADDRESS

323 Old Jesup Road

6616 Blythe Island Highway

601 Mallery Street

550 Beachview Drive

100 Genoa Martin Drive

323 Old Jesup Road

*Glynn County Pools are open daily from Memorial Day weekend to early August and weekends mid-August through September 1st. Please visit our website for specific days/times.

**Blythe Island Regional Park Campground office is open Monday-Saturday. Hours vary by season.

ABOUT THE COVER

Participants in our programs experience the positive values of youth athletics, including sportsmanship, teamwork, cooperation, and competition.

County Recreation and Parks

and Registration

REFUND GUIDELINES AND POLICIES

REGISTRATION INFO

Refund Guidelines and Procedures have been established to allow customers to request a refund of registration fees during specified time periods. Requests for refunds minus a $5 processing fee for youth athletic leagues, adult athletic leagues, camps, and instructional programs, clinics, or classes must be made prior to the first class meeting or first game of the season. Summer pool passes are non-refundable and non-transferable. Late registration fees are non-refundable. To request a refund, email glynnrec@glynncounty-ga.gov or call 912-554-7780.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

We are always looking for volunteer coaches. If you are interested in coaching a team, contact us at glynnrec@glynncountyga.gov, 912-554-7780 (mainland office) or 912-279-2836 (St. Simons office).

Volunteers must successfully pass the Criminal Background Screening and complete a free online Concussion Awareness Training class.

VOLUNTEER HEAD COACH REFUND POLICY

GCRPD will refund the participant registration fee paid by a parent/legal guardian who successfully serves as a volunteer head coach for his/her child’s youth athletic team organized by GCRPD in accordance with the Volunteer Head Coach Refund Policy and Procedures. The Parent or Parent’s spouse must register and pay his/her child’s sport registration fee during the established GCRPD registration period. The Parent must apply and be selected by GCRPD to serve as a volunteer head coach and have completed all required training and paperwork.

All activities are filled on a first come, first serve basis. Many of our programs have limited enrollment, so register early! We offer 3 convenient ways for you to register: 1. ONLINE: www.glynncounty.org/ recreation; follow the link to Online Registration*

2. IN PERSON: Visit a park office during business hours to register in person.

3. MAIL: Mail a completed registration card to Ballard Park

323 Old Jesup Road Brunswick, GA 31520

*Online Registration is not available for all programs

*Georgia Sales Tax applies to all GCRPD registration and rental fees.

Late Registration Fee: If space is available after the registration deadline for any given activity, late registration will be available. A $25 late registration fee will apply.

Team Sponsorships are available. Email us at glynnrec@glynncounty-ga.gov for info.

Directors Report

DIRECTOR’S REPORT

LISA GURGANUS, CPRE, CPO

Glynn County Recreation and Parks Department (“GCRPD”) strives to offer quality and accessible programs, parks, and services to all residents. The support of Glynn County Board of Commissioners and the community is critical in achieving this goal. Contact GCRPD or visit our website at www.glynncounty.org/ recreation for information on how your family can enjoy and benefit from our programs, parks, and services.

COMPREHENSIVE DEPARTMENT MASTER PLAN

The County began working on the development of a comprehensive master plan for the Recreation and Parks Department. The plan will be created with the input of citizens, appointed and elected officials, staff, and stakeholders, and will help guide future enhancements to and development of parks, programs, and services for the next ten years.

NEPTUNE PARK

A pier rehabilitation project is scheduled in 2025. A sod replacement project is expected to begin in Fall 2025.

MALLERY PARK

The SPLOST 2022 Mallery Park project to improve parking and drainage on the exterior of the park began in Fall 2024.

DEMERE PARK

The SPLOST 2022 Demere Park project to construct a pavilion with restrooms and enhance other park amenities was completed in April 2024.

BALLARD PARK

The SPLOST 2022 Ballard Park project to replace the athletic field fence and demo the old tennis courts was completed in Summer 2024.

BLYTHE ISLAND REGIONAL PARK

Various restroom/bathhouse upgrades were completed in 2024 to make these amenities nicer for park patrons. A new fully inclusive playground for children of all ages and abilities opened May 7, 2024 near Lake Cindee.

SELDEN PARK

Projects underway at Selden Park include fence replacement at the baseball field and swimming pool. In March and April, the gymnasium and activity room will be closed to public use for the gym floor replacement project. Planning has begun for the SPLOST 2022 Selden Park project to construct a historical walking trail in the park to tell the story of the park’s evolution from an educational institute established in 1903 to the thriving recreational destination it is today.

Glynn County Recreation and Parks

Points of Pride

KINGS PARK

A new shade structure over the spectator area at the Kings Park Pickleball courts will be added in Fiscal Year 2025.

MASSENGALE PARK

YEARS OF SERVICE AWARDS

Congratulations to the following employees for their 2024 Years of Service awards. These dedicated employees help make Glynn County a great place to live, work, and play!

A new playground was installed in Fall 2024.

COAST GUARD PARK

The park renovation project began in late 2024 and will continue through 2025.

ALTAMAHA REGIONAL PARK

Plans are underway to add wayfinding signage on Highway 341 to guide visitors to this scenic park adjacent to the Altamaha River.

EPWORTH PARK

Courts 1-6 were resurfaced in August 2024 as part of a park improvement project funded in part by United States Tennis Association grants. New player benches were also added.

GEORGIA RECREATION AND PARK ASSOCIATION AWARDS

Parks Services Division Chief Ray Cason received the 2024 GRPA District 2 James A. Colley “Distinguished Professional Award.” This award recognizes a District 2 member who exemplifies excellence in the recreation field. Ray began his career at Glynn County Recreation and Parks in 1999. He oversees the day-to-day operations of parks, maintenance, facilities, and assigned personnel. Congratulations, Ray!

5 YEARS: Sheldon Crews-Park Specialist II, Blythe Island Regional Park

Kane Olson-Maintenance Worker I, Parks Maintenance (SSI)

Paris Wyland-Recreation Program Manager, Beach Operations/Athletics

10 YEARS: Chris Brown-Maintenance Worker, Sports Facilities (Ballard Park)

Harold “Dean” Drake-Crew Leader I, Parks Maintenance (SSI)

15 YEARS: Ken Doss, CPO-Park Coordinator, Sports Facilities

Tom Ellis-Recreation Site Attendant, Mallery Park

20 YEARS: Tiffany Brain, CYSA, CPORecreation Services Division Chief

25 YEARS: Ray Cason, CPSI-Parks Services Division Chief

34 YEARS: James Burns-Maintenance Worker II, Selden Park

51 YEARS: Andrew “Pee Wee” MosesMechanic II, Parks Maintenance (SSI)

On December 7, 2023, Pee Wee was recognized by the Glynn County Board of

Commissioners for 50 years of dedicated service to the County.

Points of Pride

GLYNN COUNTY RECREATION AND PARKS ALL-STARS

2023 FOOTBALL 10U GRPA STATE CHAMPIONS

VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION

Front Row, l. to r.: Bobby Pennamon, Malachi Morrell, Chase Battle, Kayden Anderson, and Jayden Anderson.

Second Row, l. to r.: Shaun Seals, Ben Savage, Joshua McMillon, Garrett Thomas, and Jensen Hagfors.

Third Row, l. to r.: Seth Jefferson, Zian Foster, Tyreon Foster, Kayden Palmer, and Owen Wiggins.

Fourth Row, l. to r.: Kensley Jackson, Ayden Edwards, Jamie Cooper, Dallas Senior, and Cadrien Brown.

Fifth Row, l. to r.: Brenden Cochran, Charlie McDonald, Christian Prescott, Isaiah Johnson, and Jayceon Monday.

Back Row, l. to r.: Coaches Davis Hoyt, Dominique Patterson, and Josh McDonald.

Not pictured: Wyatt Thomas and Coaches Calvin Moore and Jerrel Monday.

Congratulations to the GCPRD 10U All-Star Football Team, also known as the “Bulldogs,” for winning the 2023 Georgia Recreation and Park Association State Championship title in December 2023. The Glynn County Board of Commissioners recognized the team at the January 4, 2024 meeting and proclaimed the day as Glynn County 10U Bulldog Football Championship Celebration Day. We are very proud of the players, coaches, and parents!

On October 29, 2024, Roy Gentry, longtime volunteer football coach for Glynn County Recreation and Parks Department, coached his last youth game at North Glynn. It was a bittersweet occasion as many of his former players, family, friends, cheerleaders, and staff cheered Coach Roy and the 8U Sharks from the sidelines, knowing that, sadly, all good things do come to an end. As retirement from coaching loomed for Coach Roy, the Sharks stepped up and gave him a career-ending win. Coach Roy has been the face of the Sharks and an integral part of the Department’s youth football program for the past 25 years. Coach Roy: We appreciate the positive impact you have had on the lives of hundreds and hundreds of young people in our community and we wish you a well-deserved retirement!

Beach Safe Beach Safe Education Programs

GLYNN COUNTY BEach SAFE EDUCATION PROGRAMS (ALL AGES)

In cooperation with the Coastal Resources Division of DNR, we offer free beach/water safety programs and environmental/ marine life programs to educate and inform residents and visitors about the unique and fascinating features of our coastal environment. Join us and learn what it means to be BEach SAFE! In case of inclement weather on a scheduled program date, call 912-554-7780 to find out the status of the program.

DAYS: Wednesdays

DATES/TIMES:

June 15/12pm

July 13/12pm

INFO: 912-554-7780

BEACH WARNING FLAGS

Glynn County utilizes the United Lifesaving Associatio notify beachgoers of potential water hazards. Seasonal beach lifeguards fly the flags while they are on duty from 11am to 6pm Memorial Day weekend through early August, and on weekends mid-August through Labor Day. Understanding and heeding these colored flags keeps you safe and helps you enjoy your trip to the beach.

RED: High Hazard – high surf and/or strong currents

YELLOW: Medium Hazard – moderate surf and/or currents

GREEN: Low Hazard – calm conditions, exercise caution

PURPLE: Dangerous Marine Life

Summer Aquatics

Glynn County Pools are a great place to visit on a hot summer day! Daily admission and pool passes for individuals and families are available at each location. Visit our website in April for details on pool passes, daily admission fees, events, and more!

PHONE NUMBERS:

Neptune Park Fun Zone

912-279-2836 or 912-279-3720

Selden Park:

912-279-2800 or 912-279-2824

2025 POOL HOURS OF OPERATION

SELDEN PARK

– May 24 - August 3

Back to School Hours – August 4 – September 1

NEPTUNE PARK

Glynn County Recreation and Parks

Summer Hours – May 24 - August 3

Monday - Wednesday - Friday 11am-5:30pm Tuesday Closed Saturday 11am-6pm Sunday 1pm-5:30pm

Back to School Hours – August 4 – September 1 Saturday 11am-6pm

1pm-5:30pm Labor Day (Monday) 11am-5:30pm

NOTE: Neptune Park Fun Zone Concession Stand opens ½ hour after pool opens and closes when the pool closes.

Summer Aquatics

SWIM LESSONS AT SELDEN PARK (AGES 3 & UP)

American Red Cross swim lessons are conducted Tuesday through Friday.

SESSION 1: June 3-13

SESSION 2: June 17-27

SESSION 3: July 8-18

GUPPIES (AGE 3-5): Three fun levels teach basic aquatic safety skills to increase children’s comfort level in the water.

MINNOWS (AGE 6 & Up): Four progressive levels help swimmers of varying ages and abilities develop their water safety and swim skills.

COST: $30/session

INSTRUCTOR: GCRPD Staff

PRIVATE LESSONS: Some swimmers may benefit from one-on-one lessons. The days and times for Private Lessons at Selden Park vary. Contact the pool for more information. Fee: $15/30mins/person

SELDEN PARK LAP SWIM

DAYS/DATES/TIMES: Tuesday-Friday/June 3-August

1/8:15am-9am (excluding County holidays)

COST: $3/person or $40/individual season pass

Guppies, Level 1 3-5 10am & 5:45pm 10am Guppies, Level 2 3-5 10:30am 10:30am Guppies, Level 3 3-5 11am 11am

Minnows, Level 1 6 & up 10am & 6:15pm 10am Minnows, Level 2 6 & up 10:30am 10:30am

Minnows, Level 3 6 & up 11am 11am

Minnows, Level 4 6 & up 9am & 9:30am 9am & 9:30am

Summer Aquatics

SWIM LESSONS AT NEPTUNE POOL (AGES 6 MONTHS & UP)

American Red Cross swim lessons are held Monday-Thursday. Rain makeups are on Fridays. Each session has eight 30-minute lessons.

SESSION 1: June 2-12

SESSION 2: June 16-26

SESSION 3: July 7-17

PARENT AND CHILD (SHRIMPS: AGES 6 MONTHS-3

YEARS): Instructors teach parents how to work with their children to learn and practice basic water and safety skills. A parent or guardian must be present in the water with each child. Class maximum is 10 students.

SEA TURTLES (AGES 3-5): Students progress through 3 levels of competency for their age group. Parents are not allowed in the water. Class maximum is 6 students.

SHARKS (AGES 6 & UP): Students progress through 4 levels of competency learning various swimming and water safety skills.

COST: $45/session

INSTRUCTOR: American Red Cross Instructors

PRIVATE LESSONS: One-on-one lessons are available throughout the summer. These lessons are 30 minutes long and are taught by our Red Cross Instructors. Schedules and times depend on availability. Private lessons must be scheduled in person at the Neptune Pool. Fee: $30/30mins/person.

Sea Turtles 1 3-5 8am & 9am

Sea Turtles 2 3-5 8:30am & 9:30am

Sea Turtles 3 3-5 8:30am

Sharks

Summer Aquatics

POOL LIEEGUARD POSITIONS AVAILABLE

Glynn County Recreation and Parks Department is seeking energetic and enthusiastic candidates to apply for summer pool lifeguard positions for Neptune Park and Selden Park. Lifeguards have one of the most important jobs in our parks and that is keeping our residents and visitors safe in and around the water! Meaningful work and great pay! All seasonal pool guards are eligible for a $500 signing bonus. Certain eligibility requirements apply. Guards must be available to work mid-May through Labor Day. Apply online at www.glynncounty.org

POOL SITE ATTENDANT POSITIONS AVAILABLE

Glynn County Recreation and Parks Department is seeking energetic and enthusiastic candidates to apply for summer Recreation Site Attendant positions for Neptune Park and Selden Park pools. Site Attendants perform duties including collecting daily admission, selling pool passes, monitoring facilities, enforcing rules and regulations, performing light janitorial maintenance, and assisting in concessions operations. Applicants must be at least 15 years of age and able to work mid-May through Labor Day. Apply online at www.glynncounty.org.

Activities and Camps For Kids

TODDLER FITNESS (AGES 3-5)

Toddlers will have a blast participating in various structured games, activities, and obstacle courses to build motor skills, character skills, social skills, and self-confidence. Parents/guardians are encouraged to be active in the classes. Class is limited to 20 participants so register early!

DAYS/TIME: Fridays/10:30am-11:30am

WINTER SESSION: January 17-February 21

WINTER REGISTRATION: January 1-31

FALL REGISTRATION: Begins August 1

FALL SESSION: September 12-October 17

COST PER SESSION: $12/child

LOCATION: Selden Park Gym

INFO: 912-279-2800

HOMESCHOOL PE (AGES 6-12)

Homeschool students will participate in an hour of fun games, various sports, obstacle courses and more to encourage and boost social skills, fitness, communication skills, and leadership skills. Class is limited to 20 participants so register early!

DAYS/TIME: Fridays/10:30am-11:30am

WINTER SESSION: January 17-February 21

WINTER REGISTRATION: January 1-31

FALL REGISTRATION: Begins August 1

FALL SESSION: September 12-October 17

COST PER SESSION: $12/child

LOCATION: Selden Park Gym

INFO: 912-279-2800

Activities and Camps For Kids

JUNIOR TENNIS CLINICS (AGES 4-14)

Sessions are held each month from September through early May.

Tuesdays: Ages 4-6/3:45pm-4:30pm Ages 7-12/4:30pm-5:30pm

Thursdays: Ages 4-7/3:45pm-4:30pm Ages 8-14/4:30pm-5:30pm

Class dates are subject to change based on school and County holidays

INSTRUCTOR: SSI Tennis Academy, LLC

LOCATION: Epworth Park (St. Simons Island)

COST PER MONTH: $60 (forty-five minute classes); $70 (one-hour classes)

INFO: 912-279-2836

WAVES VOLLEYBALL

Waves Volleyball will offer Developmental as well as position specific classes this Spring.

March- Developmental Volleyball Class (Mondays and Wednesdays)

April- Setter Clinic, Hitters Clinic, Libero Clinic (1 Day Saturday class for each clinic)

May- Volleyball Development Class (Mondays and Wednesdays)

TIMES: 5pm-7:30pm

LOCATION: Ballard Gym

COST: $120 per session

INFO: 912-554-7780

SUMMER TENNIS CAMPSSSI (AGES 4-15)

SESSION 1: June 2-4

SESSION 2: June 9-11

SESSION 3: June 23-25

SESSION 4: July 14-16

SESSION 5: July 21-23

TIMES/COST: Ages 4-6/8:30am-9:30am/$60 session

Ages 7-15/9:30am-11:30am/$90 session

LOCATION: Epworth Park (St. Simons Island)

INSTRUCTOR: SSI Tennis Academy, LLC

INFO: 912-279-2836

SUMMER

TENNIS CAMPS –BRUNSWICK (AGES 7-17)

SESSION 1: June 16-19

SESSION 2: June 23-26

TIMES/COST: 8:30am-11:30am/$80 session

LOCATION: North Glynn Recreation Complex

INSTRUCTOR: Robert Brown

INFO: 912-554-7780

Adult Sports and Fitness Programs

FALL CO-ED ADULT KICKBALL (AGES 18+)

Remember how much fun you had playing kickball during school recess? Were you the king or queen of the kickball field? Here is your chance to experience it all again! Gather your friends and join our adult co-ed kickball league! Don’t miss the opportunity to act like a kid again! A team roster must be completed to participate.

SPRING REGISTRATION: February 1-28

FALL REGISTRATION: August 1-31

SEASON: Monday & Wednesday nights

COST: $350 per team

LOCATION: Selden Park or Mallery Park

INFO: 912-279-2800 or 912-279-2836

LOW-IMPACT AEROBICS

This low-impact cardio class is guaranteed to make you sweat, but not over-exert yourself. Workouts include cardio, step, abs, weights, toning, and stretching. Each class leaves you with plenty of energy to carry on with your evening activities. This is an ongoing program except for County holidays. Class will be suspended temporarily in March/ April due to the Selden Park gym floor replacement project.

DAYS/TIME: Monday-Thursday/5:30pm-6:30pm

COST: $10 Monthly/$2 Daily

LOCATION: Selden Park Gym

INSTRUCTOR: Rhonda Jaudon

INFO: 912-279-2800

ADULT MINIATURE GOLF LEAGUE (AGES 18+)

Do you have what it takes to be the Hole-inOne Champ? Get a partner and join us for an awesome time. Teams are comprised of 2 people.

SPRING REGISTRATION: February 1-28

SEASON: Thursdays/6pm-8pm

COST: $50 per team

LOCATION: Neptune Fun Zone, SSI

INFO: 912-279-2836

Adult Sports and Fitness Programs

MALLERY MASH – CO-ED WHIFFLE BALL TOURNAMENT (AGES 16+)

Grab some friends for a fun-filled whiffleball tournament and a chance to win cool prizes! Team registration begins October 1st. Games will be played in the evenings. DATES: November 24-25

COST: $100 per team

LOCATION: Mallery Park

INFO: 912-279-2836

ADULT PICKLEBALL CLINICS (AGES 18+)

Pickleball clinics for Beginners and Intermediate players are held at various times throughout the year. Learn the basics with Beginners and perfect your skills with Intermediates. Two-day clinics are held each month.

COST: $25 per clinic

LOCATION: North Glynn Recreation Complex

INSTRUCTOR: Teresa Peeples INFO: 912-554-7780

ONGOING ADULT ACTIVITIES HELD AT COUNTY PARKS

Golden Isles Horseshoe Club – Sterling Park

INFO: 912-282-7588

Open Gym Basketball – Selden Park INFO: 912-279-2800

Open Gym Volleyball – Selden Park INFO: 912-279-2800

Table Tennis – Selden Park INFO: 912-279-2800

Disc Golf (10-hole course) – Gascoigne Bluff Park INFO: 912-279-2836

Disc Golf (18-hole course) – North Glynn Complex INFO: 912-554-7780

Pickleball – Various locations INFO: 912-554-7780

Tennis – Various location INFO: 912-554-7780

Fishing/Kayaking/Camping – Blythe Island Regional Park

INFO: 912-279-2812

Yoga Classes – Selden Park INFO: 912-279-2800

Adult Dodgeball -- Selden Park INFO: 912-279-2800

Special Events

AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARDING CLASS (AGES 15 & Up)

Become a certified lifeguard! Must meet minimum requirements plus completion of a swim test. Class size is limited. Register early!

SESSION 1: March 31-April 4/8am-5pm each day/In Person Only

SESSION 2: April 24-27/Thursday & Friday 6pm-8pm Saturday & Sunday 9am-5pm-Blended PLUS COST: $175

LOCATION: Neptune Fun Zone INFO: 912-279-2836

POLAR PLUNGE (ALL AGES)

Are you ready to brave the icy cold waters and take a winter plunge in the Neptune Park pool? Join the Polar Plunge team and experience the thrill with friends and neighbors! There will be a prize for the best costume!

DAY/DATE/TIME: Saturday/January 4/12pm

COST: Free

LOCATION: Neptune Pool INFO: 912-279-2836

AMERICAN RED CROSS BABYSITTING

TRAINING (AGES 11-14)

Fee includes handbook, emergency reference guide with CD-ROM and CPR mask. Class limited to 10 participants.

DAY/DATE/TIME: Saturday/February 1/9am-5pm Saturday/October 4/9am-5pm COST: $55/person

LOCATION: St. Simons Mallery Office INFO: 912-279-2836

Special Events

JUNIOR LIFEGUARD CLASS

(AGES 11-15)

Junior Lifeguard class will provide participants the opportunity to experience some aspects of what it takes to be a certified Lifeguard. Participants will complete a condensed version of the Lifeguard Test, experiment with lifesaving equipment used by guards and discuss safety in the water. All participants will be required to have a signed waiver by a parent/guardian. Participants need to bring their lunch.

DAY/DATE/TIME: Saturday/ May 3/9am-4pm

COST: $20/person (Includes Junior Lifeguard t-shirt)

LOCATION: Neptune Park Pool INFO: 912-279-2836

SUMMER MOVIE SERIES

Take a break from the summer heat and enjoy a family friendly movie at the Casino! Movies will be announced in the spring on our Facebook page.

DATES: June 11, June 25, July 9, July 30

SHOWINGS: 11am, 1pm, and 3pm each day

COST: $2/person; concession items starting at $1 (Cash only please!)

LOCATION: Neptune Park – Casino Theater INFO: 912-554-7780

BACK TO SCHOOL SPLASH PARTY

Glynn County students are invited to our Splash Party featuring fun, festivities, and food. Activities in the gym and at the pool include games, music, and much more. Gym activities are free. Pool admission will be discounted for students.

DAY/DATE/TIME: Sunday/July 27/1pm-5pm

COST: Pool Admission is $1 for ages 3-13 /$2 for ages 14-17

LOCATION: Selden Park INFO: 912-279-2800

DROOL AT THE POOL

Bring your pooch and enjoy a dip in the pool! All pups receive a treat!

DAY/DATE/TIME: Saturday/September 13/10am-1pm

COST: $2/dog

LOCATION: Neptune Park Pool INFO: 912-279-2836

Special Events

FRIDAY NIGHT HOOPS (Middle School and High School)

THANKSGIVING MOVIE BREAK

Keep the little ones busy with a movie on the big screen! Seating is limited, so come early.

DAY/DATE: November 26

SHOWINGS: 11am, 1pm, 3pm

This popular summer activity is back in June 2025 with even more fun planned! Led by County Manager Bill Fallon with assistance from County employees from various departments, Hoops provide youth with a safe and supervised environment to play pick-up basketball games with friends. Through the generosity of local businesses, participants receive t-shirts and refreshments. This is a free program, but participants must pre-register by the close of business Wednesday prior to each date.

DAY/TIME: Friday/7pm-9pm

DATE: June 6, 13, 20, & 27

LOCATION: TBD

INFO: 912-554-7780

VIDEO GAME TOURNAMENTS (AGES 6-15)

Our popular Video Game Tournaments are back for 2025! Games will be played on Nintendo Switch. Players will be separated by age. Prizes are given to winners. Limited concessions will be available for purchase. Registration begins one month before each tournament. Space is limited.

TOURNAMENT 1: Thursday/April 3

TOURNAMENT 2: Monday/November 10

TOURNAMENT 3: Monday/December 22

TIME: 5pm

LOCATION: St. Simons Casino Room 108

COST: Free

INFO: 912-279-2836

COST: $2/person; concession items starting at $1 (Cash only please!)

LOCATION: Neptune Park – Casino Theater

INFO: 912-554-7780

Special Events

SANTA’S MAILBOX

Santa’s elves will install magical mailboxes at Glynn County Recreation and Parks offices for children to mail letters to Santa! Santa’s letter forms will be available at all locations and online at www.glynncounty. org/recreation by November 18. Santa will respond to children who send letters by December 13th.

DATES: November 17-December 12

MAILBOX LOCATIONS: Ballard Park, Mallery Park, Selden Park, Blythe Island Regional Park INFO: 912-554-7780

SANTA PAWS

Get a jump start on your holiday card! You and your pup(s) can be photographed with Santa! Pups must be current on all vaccines. We will accept food, blanket, and toy donations for shelter dogs.

DAY/DATE/TIME: Thursday/December 4/3pm-5:30pm

COST: Free

LOCATION: St. Simons Casino

INFO: 912-554-7780

SANTA CINEMA

Each child will visit with Santa and enjoy hot chocolate and cookies. Parents will have the opportunity to take photos and Santa will have a special gift for each child. A Christmas classic will be shown every half hour in the theater. Don’t forget to write or drop off your letter to Santa!

DAY/DATE/TIME: Friday/December 5/6pm-8pm

COST: $3/person (Cash only please!)

LOCATION: St. Simons Casino INFO: 912-554-7780

Youth Athletics

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

ATHLETICS4ALL SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM:

VOLUNTEERS: Interested in applying for a volunteer coaching opportunity? Please contact us at glynnrec@glynncounty-ga. gov for an application. All volunteers must successfully complete the County’s criminal background check prior to being assigned to a team.

VOLUNTEER HEAD COACH REFUND

POLICY: GCRPD will refund the participant registration fee paid by a parent/legal guardian who successfully serves as a volunteer head coach for his/her child’s youth athletic team organized by GCRPD in accordance with the Volunteer Coach Refund Policy and Procedures. The Parent or Parent’s spouse must register and pay his/her child’s sport registration fee during the established GCRPD registration period. The Parent must apply and be selected by GCRPD to serve as a volunteer head coach and have completed all required training and paperwork.

TEAM SPONSORSHIPS: Glynn County Recreation and Parks encourages local businesses to sponsor a team! For more information, please contact us at glynnrec@ glynncounty-ga.gov

SPRING YOUTH BASEBALL

3-4 Blastball, Co-Ed

5-6 T-Ball, Co-Ed

7-8 Farm

9-10 Mites

11-12 Midgets

13-15 Juniors

Glynn County Recreation and Parks

This program is for residents of the City of Brunswick and unincorporated Glynn County who meet defined eligibility criteria to apply for available funding to offset youth athletic league registration fees charged to participants in designated programs. For more information and to see if you qualify, call 912-554-7780 or email us at glynnrec@ glynncounty-ga.gov.

AGE CALCULATION FOR YOUTH SPORTS:

Age prior to September 1 determines league placement.

SPRING YOUTH BASEBALL (AGES 3-15)

REGISTRATION: January 1-31

PRACTICES BEGIN: Week of March 3/Baseball

Week of February 10/T-Ball & Blastball

GAMES BEGIN: Week of March 24/Baseball Week of February 25/T-Ball & Blastball

SSI OPENING DAY: Saturday/March 22/ 9:30am parade; 10am ceremony

NORTH GLYNN CLOSING FESTIVITIES: Thursday/ May 15/5:30pm-8:30pm

INFO: 912-5547780 or 912-279-2836

North Glynn or Mallery

North Glynn or Mallery Park

or North Glynn

Youth Athletics

SPRING YOUTH SOFTBALL (AGES 7-15)

Softball is offered on the mainland and St. Simons Island.

REGISTRATION: January 1-31

PRACTICES BEGIN: Week of March 3

GAMES BEGIN: Week of March 24

SSI OPENING DAY: Saturday/March 22/9:30am parade; 10am ceremony

NORTH GLYNN CLOSING FESTIVITIES: Thursday/ May 15/5:30pm-8:30pm INFO: 912-554-7780 or 912-279-2836

SPRING YOUTH SOCCER (AGES 6-14)

Spring leagues focus on player development and fundamentals with small-sided games.

REGISTRATION: January 1-31

PRACTICES BEGIN: Week of February 18

GAMES BEGINS: Week of March 17

LOCATION: North Glynn

NORTH GLYNN CLOSING FESTIVITIES: Thursday/ May 15/5:30pm-8:30pm INFO: 912-554-7780

SPRING YOUTH SOFTBALL

SPRING YOUTH SOCCER

Youth Athletics

FALL YOUTH SOCCER (AGES 3-17)

REGISTRATION DATES: July 1-31

PRACTICES BEGIN: End of August

GAMES BEGIN: Mid-September INFO: 912-554-7780 (Mainland) or 912-279-2836 (St. Simons Island)

WINTER YOUTH BASKETBALL (AGES 3-14)

REGISTRATION: October 1-31

PRACTICES BEGIN: Early December

GAMES BEGIN: Second week of January INFO: 912-554-7780 (Mainland) or 912-279-2836 (St. Simons Island)

*Mini-Hoopers and Instructional Leagues will begin in November.

FALL YOUTH FOOTBALL

FALL YOUTH CHEERLEADING

BASKETBALL DEVELOPMENT CLINIC (AGES 7-14)

Selden Park staff will lead participants in drills focused on basketball basics and fundamentals. Clinics include skill evaluations, conditioning, shooting, passing, dribbling, educating, and character building. Parents should provide their child with plenty of fluids, lunch, and a light snack. Participants will be separated by age and/or skill level. Clinic is limited to 30 participants, so register early!

REGISTRATION BEGINS: October 1

SESSION DATE: December 22-23

DAYS/TIMES: Monday-Tuesday/9am-3pm

COST: $30

LOCATION: Selden Park INFO: 912-279-2800

Youth Athletics

FALL YOUTH SOCCER

3-4 Little Kickers

FALL YOUTH FOOTBALL (AGES 5-12)

REGISTRATION: July 1-31

PRACTICES BEGIN: End of August

GAMES BEGIN: Mid-September

INFO: 912-554-7780

FALL YOUTH CHEERLEADING (AGES 5-12)

Participants learn motion, jumps, cheers, and dance, and have fun working on body movement, listening skills, coordination, and teamwork. All skills levels and abilities are encouraged!

REGISTRATION: July 1-31

PRACTICES BEGIN: End of August

GAMES BEGIN: Mid-September INFO: 912-279-7780

$20 North Glynn, SSI

5-6 Instructional $55 North Glynn, SSI

7-8 American

9-10 National

$55 North Glynn, SSI

11-12 International $55 North Glynn

13-14 Golden Isles

$55 North Glynn

15-17 Glynn $55 North Glynn