MOSAIC The Manassas Park
WHAT’S INSIDE: PRESCHOOL AND YOUTH PROGRAMS Lil Sprouts Cooking • Me Gusta Spanish • Canvas Paint Tutorial TEEN PROGRAMS March Madness • Movie Mondays • LGBTQ+ Fridays ADULT & SENIOR PROGRAMS Senior Socials • Adult MMA • Spring Classic Dodgeball Tournnament A Directory of Programs and Activities: Spring 2023 City of Manassas Park: Department of Parks and Recreation
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hours of operation
Community Center Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:00am – 9:00pm*
Saturday: 7:00am – 7:00pm*
Sunday: 10:00am – 6:00pm*
Administrative Office Hours:
Monday – Friday: 8:30am – 5:00pm
ALL PARKS OPEN DAILY DAWN UNTIL DUSK.
*Pools will close 1/2 hour prior to building closing.
a glance
The Department of Parks and Recreation maintains Costello Park, the Manassas Park Community Center, Signal Hill Park, Signal Bay Waterpark, Manassas Park City Library, Blooms Park, the City’s historical sites, and block parks. The Community Center features two full basketball courts, an indoor pool, fitness rooms, and rental spaces including a 3,480 sq. ft. banquet hall.
As we continue Shaping the Future®, we welcome and encourage citizens to contact the Front Desk at 703.335.8872 with suggestions or submit your comments online at www.mpdpr.com. As always, thanks for your continued support of the Parks and Recreation Department.
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About Us...................................................................4 Facility Rentals........................................................5 Parks and Facilities.................................................6 Membership Rates...................................................8 Personal Training...................................................10 Group Exercise Calendar........................................11 Swim Lessons........................................................12 Aquatic Information...............................................14 Sharks Swim Team................................................15 Bust The Rust Swim Meet.....................................16 Chalk Festival........................................................17 Summer Camps.....................................................18 Preschool Programs..............................................19 School Age Programs............................................20 Teen Programs.......................................................22 Adult Programs......................................................25 Senior Programs....................................................26 Therapeutic Programs...........................................28 Spring Events.........................................................29
Community
the Community Center. Contact us at: Visit us at: DPR@manassasparkva.gov 99 Adams Street 703.335.8872 Manassas Park, VA 20111
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dignitaries & staff
MAYOR
The Honorable Jeanette Rishell
VICE MAYOR
The Honorable Alanna Mensing
GOVERNING BODY
Yesy Amaya
Michael Carrera
Laura Hampton
Haseeb Javed
Darryl Moore
CITY MANAGER
Laszlo Palko
PARKS AND RECREATION DIRECTOR
Jay Swisher
OPERATIONS/AQUATICS MANAGER
Sarah Barnett
RECREATION SUPERVISOR
Mike Arrington
SENIOR RECREATION SPECIALIST
Sue Jurjevic
RECREATION SPECIALISTYOUTH PROGRAMS AND CAMPS
Samantha Bryan
RECREATION SPECIALISTSPECIAL EVENTS
Kaitlyn Collier
AQUATICS SPECIALIST
Grace Cruz
RECREATION SPECIALISTPRESCHOOL
Arely Angel
PRESCHOOL TEACHER
Ragan Rohland
PARK MANAGERS
AJ Tibbs
Alfredo Trevino
MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR
Randy Breeden
CUSTODIANS
Maritza Hernandez
Morena Canales
ADMINISTRATIVE/CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGER
Amelia Powell
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Annette Starr
FRONT DESK SUPERVISOR
Dawn Henry
MARKETING MANAGER
Loren Luck
our community partners
The Manassas Park Community Center, designed as a full-service site, is more than just an active recreation facility. Planned with a 50-year mandate, the Community Center serves as a physical resource and functioning contributor to the delivery of human services to the community.
We are proud of our community partners:
ACTS (Action in Community Through Service)
The ARC of Greater Prince William County Center for the Arts
The Child Protective Partnership (CCP)
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
Disabilities Service Board
FAPT (Family Action Planning Team)
George Mason University
GRIT (Gang Resistance and Intervention Team)
House of Mercy
Independence Empowerment Center
Insight
Manassas Park City Schools
Manassas Park Social Services
MetroDC PFLAG
National Youth Sports Strategy (NYSS)
The Prevention Alliance
Prince William Chamber of Commerce
Prince William County Community Services
Prince William County Department of Juvenile Justice
Prince William County HeadStart
Prince William County Health District
SERVE (Securing Emergency Resources Through Volunteer Efforts)
SSI Career Resource Center
Team Quest
Virginia Cooperative Extension
Voluntary Action Center
Through these partnerships the Department of Parks and Recreation is strategically positioned to offer community access to services they may not otherwise be able to obtain.
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about us
The City of Manassas Park, Department of Parks and Recreation is committed to the provision of quality leisure services for the residents of Manassas Park. Over the years, through the many changes the City has endured, the Department of Parks and Recreation has responded to the growing needs of the community by continuing to support the Governing Body’s vision to be the “Premier Northern Virginia Community to live, work, and raise a family”.
POLICIES
Registration
Registration is on a “first come, first serve basis.” You will only be notified if the class/program is cancelled. Late registrations may be accepted if space is available with no reduction in fee. We encourage registering online at www.ManassasParkCommunityCenter.com.
Forms & Fees
Each class/program must be accompanied by payment. You may register and pay for classes online at www.ManassasParkCommunityCenter.com or in person at the Community Center located at 99 Adams Street, Manassas Park, VA 20111. Checks are to be made payable to “City of Manassas Park.” There is a $50 returned check fee for any check returned by the bank. All credit card transactions are assessed a 3% + $0.30 fee.
Cancellations
The Department of Parks and Recreation reserves the right to cancel any class/ program which does not meet the minimum enrollment. All programs with insufficient enrollment will be cancelled 5 days prior to the program start date.
PLEASE REGISTER EARLY!
Non-City Residents
Most of the fee based classes/programs are available to non-city residents at an additional fee. Please see the individual class/program for additional information.
Inclement Weather
In the event of inclement weather the Department of Parks and Recreation will follow the local government cancellation schedule. If classes/programs are cancelled, every attempt will be made to re-schedule the class/program.
Participation
The City of Manassas Park, Department of Parks and Recreation, classes/ programs/events/facilities are open to all individuals regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, or disability. Every reasonable effort will be made to provide accommodations based on individual need. Please contact the Recreation Services Supervisor prior to the program start date for any additional assistance. If assistance is required for the hearing impaired please call Virginia Relay Center at 1.800.828.1140. The MOSAIC is a supplementary document of the Department’s online directory and registration process for our programs. All times and programs are subject to change. Visit us online at www.ManassasParkCommunityCenter.com or visit the front desk for the most current information.
mission statement & core values
It is our mission to provide a variety of high quality, diverse leisure opportunities, foster our City’s parks and natural resources, and support the individual growth and well being of our citizens.
Environment
Providing leadership in conserving natural resources and looking for new and better ways to be environmentally friendly.
Accessibility
Offering all segments of the community a high level of physical, social, and economic access to our programs and facilities.
People
Enhancing the quality of people’s emotional, physical, and social well being to promote their personal growth through play, discovery, enrichment, and learning.
Partnership
Building partnerships to address common issues, promote mutual interests, benefit our community, and enhance the quality of life in Manassas Park.
Community
Promoting healthy lifestyles, strengthening our families, maintaining community assets, good stewardship of our parks and open space, and fostering a sense of community pride and common purpose.
Diversity
Creating a better understanding and appreciation of our human diversity as we embrace the preservation of human dignity, and we recognize our role in this community driven effort through leisure opportunities.
Excellence
Striving to be leaders in our organization and in our community through transparent, ethical, and accountable decision making.
Innovation
Upholding the tradition of creative thinking, trendsetting, and calculated risk taking.
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rental accommodations
PERFECT FOR
• Wedding Receptions
• Engagement Parties
• Anniversary Parties
• Quinceañeras
• Birthday Parties
• Baby Showers
When you rent at the Manassas Park Community Center, you can rest assured your event will be a success. A list of local preferred vendors, which includes caterers, is provided with every booking. Does your event require multiple rooms? Our building is perfect for events that need break out rooms or dressing rooms. Additional spaces can be easily added onto your rental for the same low hourly rate.
When you’re ready to tour our facilities, contact Amelia Powell at A.Powell@manassasparkva.gov. You can also take a 360-degree virtual tour on our website at www.mpdpr.com/tour.
• Holiday Parties
• Cultural Events
• Fundraising Galas
• Meetings
• Trainings
• Luncheons
• Team Building Retreats
• Conventions
• Awards Banquets
• Athletic Events
Banquet Hall Accommodations
3,480 Sq. Ft.
71’ x 49’
Seating for up to 230 people
Half Banquet Hall
Seating for up to 115 people
*Caterer’s Kitchen available for use with Banquet Hall Facilities. *Pre-function and patio areas available for the Banquet Hall Facilities.
Kitchen Accommodations
Spacious gourmet kitchen featuring: Stove, convection ovens, warming ovens, ice machine, and stainless steel tables
(2) Entrances for concurrent events
Ask us about our quinceañera packages!
Multi-Purpose Room Accommodations
Seating for 35
Conference Room Accommodations
Seating for 16 – 23 people
Gymnasium Accommodations
Whole gym 1000 people
½ gym (full court) 500 people
¼ gym (half court) 250 people
*Bleachers are available with whole and ½ gym rentals.
Special Events
Pricing is available upon request
*Youth groups, lock-ins, conferences & whole facility rentals.
Other Accommodations
Ample free parking
Audio and visual capabilities
5’ round tables, 6’ x 2.5’ conference tables, and chairs
Dance floor available for an additional fee
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parks & facilities
Costello Park
99 Adams Street
Signal Hill Park
9300 Signal View Drive
Blooms Park
9701 Manassas Drive
• 2 baseball fields
• 2 cricket fields
• 1 Miracle Field
• 2 playgrounds
• 1 basketball court
Diamond Fields
Non-Leagues and Practices/Scrimmages
Field Usage Fee: $50/season Price: $25/hour
Organized Leagues
Roster fee of $300/team/season. Contact A.Powell@manassasparkva.gov.
Multi-Use Athletics Fields
Non-Leagues and Practices/Scrimmages
Field Usage Fee: $50/year Price: $25/hour
Events/Games/Tournaments/Clinics
Field Usage Fee: $50/use Price: $200/half day; $300/full day
• 1 softball field
• 4 multi-use athletics fields
• 1 multi-use field
• 2 basketball courts
• 2 tennis courts
• Playground
• Walking trails
Cricket Field
Non-Leagues and Practices/Scrimmages
Field Usage Fee: $50/year Price: $10/hour
Organized Leagues
Field Usage Fee: $50/year Price: $75/day
Multi-use Field
Field Usage Fee: $50/use Price: $200/half day; $300/full day
Blooms Park is a passive park with 4 miles of challenging and rough terrian trails. Blooms Park emphasizes a connection with nature. Wildlife including deer, eagles, foxes, turkeys, snakes, and more roam the park. Visitors should exercise caution when visiting Blooms Park.
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Baker Street Park
Scott Drive Park
Polk Street Park
Located behind 130-132 Baker Street
Features a playground and an acre of open space
Located behind 112-114 Scott Drive
Features a playground and open space
Located at 147 Polk Street
Features an outdoor basketball court, a playground, and generous amounts of open space
These small parks, ranging in size from a quarter acre to one acre, are located in the residential neighborhood of the western area of the City and primarily service the residents local to each site. Block Parks are open year round from 7:30 am until dusk.
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PAVILIONS INFORMATION RENTAL INFORMATION
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SIGNAL HILL PARK GATHERING SPACES INFORMATION RENTAL INFORMATION Pond Area • 1 charcoal grill on site • 6 picnic tables • No alcohol, moon bounces, or stakes • Refundable
$50.00
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Costello Park 99 Adams Street • Available to Manassas Park Residents only • Charcoal grill on site • There are no tables or chairs at this site • Playground nearby • Restrooms available during MPCC operating hours • No alcohol, moon bounces, or stakes • Refundable deposit: $50.00 • Must show proof of residency *Rates subject to change Signal Hill Park
Signal View Drive • 13 picnic tables • 2 charcoal grills on site
No alcohol, moon bounces, or stakes • Refundable deposit: $50.00
fee: $45.00 *Rates subject to change
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*Rates subject to change Cornhole Area • 1 charcoal grill on site
3 picnic tables • No alcohol, moon bounces, or stakes • Refundable deposit: $50.00 • Hourly fee: $15.00 *Rates subject to
BLOCK PARKS INFORMATION
PARKS AMENITIES FIELD RENTAL INFORMATION
Costello Park
parks & facilities
The Manassas Park Dog Park features a large and small dog run for your pets to exercise and interact in a safe environment with other dogs
• Hours: 8:00am-Dusk
• Dogs must be current on all vaccinations.
• Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the dog park.
• For the safety of your dog(s) and other park visitors, choke, prong (pinch), and spike collars are strictly prohibited. If you use these types of collars, remove them before entering the park.
• No children under the age of 16 are permitted unless accompanied by an adult. Children have a tendency to scream and run when excited, which can trigger a dog’s prey drive or natural instinct to chase. For this reason and for the safety of your children, we do not recommend bringing small children and infants into the dog park.
• Aggressive dogs are not permitted on the premises. Dogs must be removed at the first sign of aggression.
• Female dogs in heat are prohibited from entering the park.
• Dogs over six months must be spayed or neutered.
• Dog owners must be in the park and within view of their dogs at all times.
• All off-leash dogs must be under voice control of their owners.
• Dog owners must keep their leash in hand at all times.
• Please do not bring dog food into the park.
• Owner must clean up dog feces. Seal waste in the provided bags before disposing in designated receptacles.
• Fill any holes your dog digs.
• Proof of a current rabies vaccination and license is required upon request of a police or animal control officer. Tags may serve as proof.
• Failure to abide by the park rules may result in loss of privileges or owners may be ticketed.
• Use of dog park is at owners’ and pets’ risk.
*Park occassionally closed during normal hours for maintenance and special events.
LIBRARY INFORMATION
Manassas Park City Library
100 Park Central Plaza, Suite 100
Hours: Monday-Closed, Tuesday-Saturday-10am-9pm, Sunday-10am-6pm Conveniently co-located with City Hall and Jirani Coffeehouse in Manassas Park’s Park Central. Available for use by Manassas Park residents and non-residents. E-Resources available at: www.ManassasParkCityLibrary.com
HISTORICAL SITES INFORMATION
Signal Hill Monument
Camp Carondolet
The Georgia Cemetery
The Union Mill Trestle
A nationally registered historical landmark, this 13-acre monument site is located in the eastern end of the City, adjacent to Signal Hill Park. Signal Hill is open year round from 7:30am until dusk.
A nationally registered historical landmark, this 8-acre Civil War encampment is located in the Blooms Crossing subdivision adjacent to Cougar Elementary School. A series of nature trails are available to the public year round from 7:30am until dusk.
Included in the Camp Carondelet nomination is a Civil War cemetery located in the direct vicinity of Camp Carondelet in the Blooms Crossing subdivision.
A key structure in the Civil War, this is located in the last few remaining acres of the once Union Mill Park near the VRE lot and General’s Ridge Golf Course. This site is not accessible to the general public.
All parks and facilities are open to the public and may be scheduled for specific use through the Parks and Recreation Department. The rental application is a request only, not a guarantee. A Rental Request Application is required for all facility reservations. Special Permits, in addition to the Field Use Application, may be required for after hours events, special events, or group use. Payment must accompany a Rental Request Application. The Department does not accept tentative reservations. Cancellations must be made at least 10 days in advance in order to receive a refund for outdoor rentals. Applications are available at the Manassas Park Community Center. All rentals are subject to availability and must be booked and paid for 10 days in advance of event. Certain restrictions may apply. Deposits are a one time refundable fee. Restrictions may apply.
Field Application: Athletic fields and park grounds are available for rental between March 15th – November 15th to registered leagues and group users. Cost for permits vary on the type of usage and the duration of the request. All spring field usage requests are accepted beginning February 1st of each calendar year for a March 15th – June 30th spring season. All fall field usage requests are accepted beginning July 1st of each calendar year for an August 15th – November 15th fall season.
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DOG PARK INFORMATION
community center membership ratesManassas Park Community Center Membership Rates
ALL ACCESS MEMBERSHIP
Amenities include: Hundreds of programs, Wellness Area, Pool, Gym, access to all land and water group exercise classes, kids korner, 1 fitness orientation, 1 fitness assessment, and (2) 30-minute personal training sessions. PLUS reduced rates on school age extended care, preschool, swim lessons, camps, leagues, and personal training sessions. *Some programs require an additional fee. See Customer Service Representative for details.
BASIC MEMBERSHIP
Amenities include: Wellness Area, Pool, Gym, access to all land and water group exercise classes, kids korner, 1 fitness orientation, 1 fitness assessment, and (2) 30-minute personal training sessions. PLUS exclusive rates on most programs.
CORPORATE MEMBERSHIP
Amenities include: All of the benefits of the Basic Membership
MANASSAS PARK BUDDY CLUB
Amenities include: Admission into the Community Center and access to all Buddy Club Programs
Buddies (ages 17+)
$20/month
This program is designed to meet the needs of individuals with developmental/cognitive disabilities. If you have any questions about the program and the level of functioning needed, please contact us for more information at 703.335.8872.
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ANNUAL RATE Resident Household $99/month ($1,188 annual) Non-Resident Household $129/month ($1,548 annual)
ANNUAL RATE 6-MONTH RATE Resident Single Adult (ages 18-59) $35/month ($420 annual) $38.33/month ($230 6-months) Non-Resident Single Adult (ages 18-59) $45.50/month ($546 annual) $48.83/month ($293 6-months) Resident Dual (2 adults or 1 adult & 1 dependent) $55/month ($660 annual) $58.33/month ($350 6-months) Non-Resident Dual (2 adults or 1 adult & 1 dependent) $71.50/month ($858 annual) $74.83/month ($449 6-months) Resident Family (1 adult & 4 household members) $75/month ($900 annual) $78.33/month ($470 6-months) Non-Resident Family (1 adult & 4 household members) $97.50/month ($1,170 annual) $100.83/month ($605 6-months)
ANNUAL RATE PAID IN FULL RATE Corporate Business (5 employee minimum) $30/month ($360 annual) $324 (10% discount) Manassas Park Business (5 employee minimum) $28.50/month ($342 annual) $308 (10% discount) Corporate Business (10 employee minimum) $26/month ($312 annual) $281 (10% discount) Manassas Park Business (10 employee minimum) $24.50/month ($294 annual) $267 (10% discount) Corporate Business (15 employee minimum) $22/month ($264 annual) $238 (10% discount) Manassas Park Business (15 employee minimum) $21/month ($252 annual) $226 (10% discount) Corporate Business (20 employee minimum) $19/month ($228 annual) $205 (10% discount) Manassas Park Business (20 employee minimum) $18/month ($216 annual) $195 (10% discount) 99 Adams Street, Manassas Park, VA 20111 | 703.335.8872 | www.ManassasParkCommunityCenter.com Updated 2.4..2022
MONTHLY RATE
Manassas Park Community Center Passport Rates
TEEN PASSPORT
Amenities include: Admission into the Community Center and access to all Teen Programs
Individuals with a valid high school ID are eligible for the Teen Passport. To use the Wellness Center, all teens under 16 must complete an orientation. College students are not eligible for this program/membership.
SENIOR PASSPORT
Amenities include: Admission into the Community Center and access to all Senior Programs and Group Exercise Classes
3 MONTH PASSPORT*
Amenities include: Admission into the Community
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passport rates
MONTHLY RATE All Teens (ages 12-17) $20/month
ANNUAL RATE 6-MONTH RATE Resident Senior Passport (ages 60+) $10/month ($120 annual) $10/month ($60 6-months) Non-Resident Senior Passport (ages 60+) $20/month ($240 annual) $20/month ($120 6-months) DAILY ADMISSION RATES RESIDENT NON-RESIDENT Youth (2-11) $3.00 $5.00 Teen (12-17) with ID $2.00 $2.00 Adult (18-59) $4.00 $5.00 Senior (60+) $2.00 $2.00 Spectator $2.00 $2.00 HOURS OF OPERATION POOL HOURS Monday-Friday 8:00am-9:00pm 8:00am-8:30pm Saturday 7:00am-7:00pm 7:00am-6:30pm Sunday 10:00am-6:00pm 10:00am-5:30pm HOURS OF OPERATION Updated 2.4..2022 99 Adams Street, Manassas Park, VA 20111 | 703.335.8872 | www.ManassasParkCommunityCenter.com Scholarship opportunities available
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Center 3-MONTH RATE All Residents and Non-Residents $150 *Passport must be paid in full.
group exercise classes
Ab Workout
Get ready for some great abdominal exercises to strengthen the muscles of the core, spine, and torso. Improve your body’s overall functional strength, balance, and coordination!
Aquasize
This class provides a low-impact, full body exercise while helping you tone your muscles.
Beginner Yoga
Beginners Yoga will cover the fundamentals of yoga poses and breathing techniques. This class will also focus on strength and flexibility as well as breath awareness and relaxation.
Body Sculpting
A lightweight dumbbell workout moved to the beat of the music. Burn calories as you flow through a variety of exercises to sculpt and tone your body! You’ll notice improvements in your muscle tone, posture, balance, and strength.
Boot Camp
Boot Camp is designed for those desiring to increase cardiovascular fitness and increase muscular strength more efficiently. Boot Camp is for the beginner to the advanced enthusiast. Work out in a team environment while challenging yourselves with others to reach your personal fitness goals.
Buddy Yoga
Buddy Yoga will focus on the foundations of yoga while providing plenty of modifications for physically or cognitively disabled adults.
Functional Fitness Flow
In this low impact aqua class, we will use functional exercises to improve your ability to perform everyday activities at home, work or play for years to come. We will use the resistance of the water to challenge the muscles of the body while allowing the buoyancy to ease the strain on the joints. Our goal is for you to remain independent, active, and injury free by increasing muscle strength, balance, flexibility and range of motion.
Kickboxing
This exciting, fast paced, upbeat class is a fusion of boxing, martial arts, and aerobics, all performed rhythmically to music.
Restorative Aquafit
This low impact aqua class uses gentle movements that will help increase flexibility, range of motion, and strength.
Senior Yoga
This gentle yoga class is for individuals 60 years of age and up. Senior yoga will help to increase mobility, inspire tranquility, and promote an overall sense of well being.
Senior Strength and Stretch
Designed to help seniors improve their cardiovascular endurance and muscular strength. Medicine balls, dumbbells, exercise bands, and stability balls will be incorporated into this functional, exciting, and low impact class.
Zumba®
ZUMBA® is a program that fuses Latin and International music and dance themes that create a dynamic, exciting, and effective fitness system! The routines feature aerobic/fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that help to tone and sculpt the body. It provides a mixture of body sculpting movements with easy to follow dance steps.
Yoga Flow and Yin
This is a combination of gentle vinyasa flow yoga and yin yoga. Tune in to your body and breathe to synchronize breath and movement as you learn to mindfully engage your muscles to support your body with integrity.
Water Walking
Like any water aerobic exercise, water walking is easy on the joints. The water’s buoyancy supports the body’s weight, which reduces stress on the joints and minimizes pain. Water provides 12 times the resistance of air, so as you walk, you’re really strengthening and building muscle.
personal training
Our experienced and qualified Personal Trainers meet your fitness needs and maximize your fitness potential! Our advanced trainers provide a variety of exciting and diverse fitness programs that ensure client safety, improve individual fitness levels, increase stamina, and enhance your overall sense of well-being. We offer a variety of individual, partner, and group rates. For pricing, please see customer service representative at the front desk.
Fitness Orientation
Meet privately with one of our Certified Personal Trainers to discuss your overall fitness goals. Included in all memberships.
Fitness Assessment
Meet privately with one of our Certified Personal Trainers and receive a thorough fitness assessment. Included in all memberships.
Teen Weight Training
Included in Teen Passport. Instructs teens on how to properly use the strength and cardiovascular equipment within the fitness center.
Sport Specific Speed & Performance Training
This class is designed for individuals, small groups, or teams who are interested in increasing their overall performance on the athletic field through the use of speed and strength training drills and concepts. Get a leg up on the competition by enhancing your overall performance level in the off-season.
Cost: $330/person, $825/small group (2-4), $1,200/team (5+)
Duration: Six one hour sessions (one session per week)
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GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES FREE WITH BASIC MEMBERSHIP AND ALL ACCESS MEMBERSHIP NON MEMBERS CAN DROP INTO ANY CLASS WITH DAILY DROP-IN RATE Classes are subject to change. Notification will be made in the event that a class is cancelled. Sign up for text alerts: Text @MPGroupx to 81010. Check the group exercise calendar on our website for more
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swim lessons
Parent and Child
(Ages 6 months-3 years) In this class, a parent is in the water with the child. This class is ideal for children who aren’t comfortable in water.
$21/AAM; $35/M; $45/R; $55/NR
Preschool Level 3
(Ages 3-5) Parents are not in the water with children. Children should be able to swim the length of the beach area of our pool. This level introduces rhythmic breathing and focuses on developing correct arm and leg control.
$21/AAM; $35/M; $45/R; $55/NR
Preschool Level 1
(Ages 3-5) ) Child must be able to leave parent willingly. Parents are not in the water with child. This class is for children who have not yet learned to put their face in the water. They will be introduced to basic swimming skills such as blowing bubbles, floating, and putting their faces/foreheads in the water.
$21/AAM; $35/M; $45/R; $55/NR
School Age Level 1
(Ages 5-12) Children should be able to leave parents willingly and participate in a group setting. This class is an introduction to water safety and basic swim skills. $21/AAM; $35/M; $45/R; $55/NR
Preschool Level 2
(Ages 3-5) Parents are not in the water with child. Children starting in this level should be comfortable putting their face in the water for at least 3-4 seconds and be able to control forward movement in the water.
$21/AAM; $35/M; $45/R; $55/NR
School Age Level 2
(Ages 5-12) Children starting in this level should be comfortable with putting their face in the water for at least 3-4 seconds and be able to control forward movement in the water.
$21/AAM; $35/M; $45/R; $55/NR
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DAY TIME DATE Sat 8:25am-8:55am 2/18-3/25 M/W 8:30am-9:00am 4/10-4/26 Sat 8:25am-8:55am 4/15-5/20 M/W 8:30am-9:00am 5/1-5/17
DAY TIME DATE Sa 9:00am-9:30am 2/18-3/25 M/W 5:15pm-5:45pm 2/20-3/8 M/W 5:15pm-5:45pm 3/13-3/29 M/W 9:45am-10:15am 4/10-4/26 M/W 4:00pm-4:30pm 4/10-4/26 M/W 5:15pm-5:45pm 4/10-4/26 Sa 9:00am-9:30am 4/15-5/20 M/W 9:45am-10:15am 5/1-5/17 M/W 4:00pm-4:30pm 5/1-5/17 M/W 5:15pm-5:45pm 5/1-5/17
DAY TIME DATE Sa 9:35am-10:05am 2/18-3/25 M/W 6:30pm-7:00pm 2/20-3/8 M/W 6:30pm-7:00pm 3/13-3/29 M/W 10:20am-10:50am 4/10-4/26 M/W 6:30pm-7:00pm 4/10-4/26 Sa 9:35am-10:05am 4/15-5/20 M/W 10:20am-10:50am 5/1-5/17 M/W 6:30pm-7:00pm 5/1-5/17
DAY TIME DATE Sa 10:45am-11:15am 2/18-3/25 M/W 7:10pm-7:40pm 2/20-3/8 M/W 7:10pm-7:40pm 3/13-3/29 M/W 11:00am-11:30am 4/10-4/26 M/W 7:10pm-7:40pm 4/10-4/26 Sat 10:45am-11:15am 4/15-5/20 M/W 11:00am-11:30am 5/1-5/17 M/W 7:10pm-7:40pm 5/1-5/17
DAY TIME DATE Sa 10:10am-10:40am 2/18-3/25 Sa 11:20pm-11:50pm 2/18-3/25 M/W 5:50pm-6:20pm 2/20-3/8 Tu/Th 5:15pm-5:45pm 2/21-3/9 M/W 5:50pm-6:20pm 3/13-3/29 Tu/Th 5:15pm-5:45pm 3/14-3/30 M/W 4:35pm-5:05pm 4/10-4/26 M/W 5:50pm-6:20pm 4/10-4/26 Tu/Th 4:00pm-4:30pm 4/11-4/27 Tu/Th 5:15pm-5:45pm 4/11-4/27 Sa 10:10am-10:40am 4/15-5/20 Sa 11:20pm-11:50pm 4/15-5/20 M/W 4:35pm-5:05pm 5/1-5/17 M/W 5:50pm-6:20pm 5/1-5/17 Tu/Th 4:00pm-4:30pm 5/2-5/18 Tu/Th 5:15pm-5:45pm 5/2-5/18
DAY TIME DATE Sa 10:30am-11:00am 2/18-3/25 M/W 5:15pm-5:45pm 2/20-3/8 M/W 7:20pm-7:50pm 2/20-3/8 M/W 5:15pm-5:45pm 3/13-3/29 M/W 7:20pm-7:50pm 3/13-3/29 M/W 5:15pm-5:45pm 4/10-4/26
School Age Level 3
(Ages 5-12) Children in this level can swim at least one length of the pool on their own without assistance, have some rhythmic breathing skills and can float on their back & front for 5 seconds.
$21/AAM; $35/M; $45/R; $55/NR
Adult Beginner Lessons
(Ages 16+) Afraid of the water? Never learned how to swim? Then this is the class for you! Our swim instructor will start with the basics and go from there.
$21/AAM; $35/M; $45/R; $55/NR
School Age Level 4
(Ages 5-12) Prior to starting this class, children should be able to swim 2 continuous laps of both freestyle (front crawl) and back stroke (back crawl). They will be introduced to all 6 Red Cross swimming strokes: Front Crawl, Back Crawl, Breast stroke, Side stroke, Elementary Back stroke and the Butterfly stroke. They will also learn proper flip turns, diving skills, and swim team techniques.
$21/AAM; $35/M; $45/R; $55/NR
Manassas Park Sharks Swim Team
(Ages 5-16) Does your child love swimming, but is aging out of our swim lesson program? Does your child participate on a summer swim team? Is your child looking for a way to stay active and make new friends? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, the Manassas Park Sharks Swim Team is the perfect fit for your family! This swim team is about having fun, making friends, staying fit, and perfecting your swim skills! There won’t be long, early morning swim meets every weekend. Instead, we’ll have time trials on Friday, March 10 and host the Sharks’ Rust Buster Swim Meet on Friday, April 28. For more information, email Sarah Barnett at s.barnett@ manassasparkva.gov.
FREE/AAM; $160/M; $185/R; $210/NR
School Age Level 5/6
(Ages 5-12) This level is for children who would like to learn competitive swimming skills, specialized drills and overall water fitness. Students should have mastered all 6 Red Cross swimming strokes prior to enrollment.
$21/AAM; $35/M; $45/R; $55/NR
Practice days/times vary depending on age group. Participants will have an opportunity to practice on days listed above. Schedule will be released in February.
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DAY TIME DATE Sa 9:00am-9:40am 2/18-3/25 M/W 5:50pm-6:30pm 2/20-3/8 Tu/Th 5:50pm-6:30pm 2/21-3/9 M/W 5:50pm-6:30pm 3/13-3/29 Tu/Th 5:50pm-6:30pm 3/14-3/30 M/W 5:50pm-6:30pm 4/10-4/26 Tu/Th 5:50pm-6:30pm 4/11-4/27 Sa 9:00am-9:40am 4/15-5/20 M/W 5:50pm-6:30pm 5/1-5/17 Tu/Th 5:50pm-6:30pm 5/2-5/18
DAY TIME DATE Sa 9:45am-10:25am 2/18-3/25 M/W 6:35pm-7:15pm 2/20-3/8 M/W 6:35pm-7:15pm 3/13-3/29 M/W 6:35pm-7:15pm 4/10-4/26 Sa 9:45am-10:25am 4/15-5/20 M/W 6:35pm-7:15pm 5/1-5/17
DAY TIME DATE Sa 11:05am-11:45am 2/18-3/25 Tu/Th 6:40pm-7:20pm 2/21-3/9 Tu/Th 6:40pm-7:20pm 3/14-3/30 Tu/Th 6:40pm-7:20pm 4/11-4/27 Sa 11:05am-11:45am 4/15-5/20 Tu/Th 6:40pm-7:20pm 5/2-5/18
DAY TIME DATE Sa 8:15am-8:55am 2/18-3/25 Tu/Th 7:25pm-8:05pm 2/21-3/9 Tu/Th 7:25pm-8:05pm 3/14-3/30 M/W 9:05am-9:35am 4/10-4/26 Tu/Th 7:25pm-8:05pm 4/11-4/27 Sa 8:15am-8:55am 4/15-5/20 M/W 9:05am-9:35am 5/1-5/17 Tu/Th 7:25pm-8:05pm 5/2-5/18
DAY DATE M 6:30pm-8:30pm 2/22-4/28 W 5:30pm-8:30pm 2/22-4/28 Th 7:00pm-8:30pm 2/22-4/28 F 6:30pm-8:30pm 2/22-4/28 Sa 9:00am-10:00am 2/22-4/28
aquatic information
MPCC Indoor Pool Information
The Manassas Park Community Center natatorium is an NCAA short course certified indoor pool consisting of eight 25 yard lanes, a zero depth entry, and a spa. The pool temperature is maintained at a comfortable 82˚F. Kick boards, pull buoys, and life jackets for patrons are available for use while at the facility. Certain areas of the pool may not be open for public swimming due to swim lessons, group exercise classes, or league rentals.
MPCC Pool Hours: Mon – Fri 8am-8:30pm; Sat 7am-6:30pm; Sun 10am-5:30pm
aquatic events
Manassas Park Rust Buster Open Swim Meet
(Ages 5-18) Dust off your goggles and swim cap and hop into the pool for the First Annual Manassas Park Rust Buster Open Swim Meet! Kick off your summer swim season early and bust the rust that formed over the winter by competing against other swimmers your age. Only pay for the events that you want to swim!
PER EVENT: FREE/AAM; $1/M; $3/R; $5/NR
Warm-ups 6:00pm-6:30pm
Meet: 6:30pm-8:30pm
Rust Buster Event Breakdown
Ages 8 and under Ages 9-10 Ages 11-13 and 14-18
Freestyle: 25yd.
Backstroke: 25yd.
Breaststroke: 25yd.
Butterfly: 25yd.
Freestyle: 50yd.
Backstroke: 50yd.
Breaststroke: 50yd.
Butterfly: 25yd.
Freestyle: 50yd.
Backstroke: 50yd.
Breaststroke: 50yd.
Butterfly: 50yd.
IM: 100yd. IM: 100yd.
Signal Bay Waterpark is a 27,000 sqft aquatic facility within Signal Hill Park featuring a zero depth entry leisure pool with water cannons, slides, and a lazy river. Showers are available.
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MANASSAS PARKSHARKS SWIM TEAM
Ages 5-16 | Participants must be able to swim 50 yds each of freestyle and back stroke*
Manassas Park Shark's Swim Team
*Swim test, swim lesson instructor sign off, or proof of previous swim team participation required prior to first practice.
No team swim suits, each participant will be given a Manassas Park Swim Team swim cap.
Pricing: NR: $210 | R: $185 | M: $160 | AAM: FREE
Spring Dates:
February 22nd - April 28th
Time Trials: Friday, March 10th at MPCC
Rust Buster Swim Meet: Friday, April 28th at MPCC
Practice Schedule: Practice days/times vary depending on age group. Participants will have an opportunity to practice on days listed below. Schedule will be released mid-February. Practice will held: (2/22/23 - 4/28/23)
Mon: 6:30pm-8:30pm
Wed: 5:30pm-8:30pm
Thurs: 7:00pm-8:30pm Fri: 6:30pm-8:30pm Sat: 9:00am-10:00am
Swim Team
Scan QR Code to Register!
Team Registration: mpdpr.com/Sharks2023
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sharks swim team
bust the rust swim meet MANASSAS PARK SHARKS SWIM TEAM presents
BUST THE RUST SWIM MEET
It’s time to bust off that offseason swimming rust!
Friday, April 28th
6:30pm-8:30pm
Day of registration starts at 5:45pm.
(Ages 5-18) Dust off your goggles and swim cap and hop into the pool for the First Annual Manassas Park Rust Buster Open Swim Meet! Kick off your summer swim season early and bust the rust that formed over the winter by competing against other swimmers your age. Only pay for the events that you want to swim!
Price per event: FREE/AAM; $1/M; $3/R; $5/NR
Breaststroke 50 yards
Butterfly 50 yards
IM 100 yards
Freestyle 50 yards
Backstroke 50 yards
Breaststroke 50 yards
Butterfly 50 yards IM 100 yards
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Bust the Rust Swim Meet Events Age Group Events Distance 8 and under Freestyle 25 yards Backstroke 25 yards Breaststroke 25 yards Butterfly 25 yards 9 to 10
50 yards
11 to 13
Freestyle
Backstroke 50 yards Breaststroke 50 yards Butterfly 25 yards IM 100 yards
Freestyle 50 yards
Backstroke 50 yards
14 to 18
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Chalk Festival
Kids to The Park Day is amongst us! Join us for this FREE event at Blooms Park! Let the blank pavement be your canvas and create works of art using only chalk. The park will transform into a community art gallery as families design memorable pieces while enjoying the fresh air. We will also host family games and craft sessions.
“Kids to The Park Day” está aquí! ¡Únase a nosotros para este evento GRATUITO en Blooms Park! Deje que el pavimento en blanco sea su lona y cree obras de arte usando solo gis. El parque se transformará en una galería de arte comunitaria mientras las familias diseñan piezas memorables y disfrutan del aire fresco. También organizaremos juegos familiares y sesiones de manualidades.
Saturday, May 20th
Sábado, 20 de mayo
All Ages/Para todas las edades - 10:00am-12:00pm
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FREE/GRATIS
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preschool recreation programs
2023-2024 Preschool Registration
The City of Manassas Park, Parks and Recreation preschool is a licensed and Virginia Quality rated program. Our curriculum emphasizes recreation with creative programs that encourage participation.
• Your child MUST be potty trained.
• Submit a Payment Selection Form
• There is an $80 non-refundable annual registration fee per child.
• Parents must complete registration through Brightwheel (link will be provided once we receive the Payment Selection Form). You must provide a completed registration form, copies of your child’s birth certificate, immunization and health and physical form
• New parents must attend a one-time orientation.
Ages 3, 4 & 5 $162/AAM: $270/M; $280/R; $300/NR (per month)
Monday-Friday 8:30am-12:00pm
◊WCRB Dragon Tots◊
(Ages 3-4) WCRB’s Dragon Tots class is an early childhood development martial arts program taught by Master Geoff Thompson. This class focuses on courtesy, discipline, and respect. Students will develop fine and gross motor skills and enhance their problem solving skills while learning how to interact with others.
$50/month for one class per week; $80/month for two classes per week.
◊Gym Jam◊
(Ages 3-5) Let’s get moving! In this class, we’ll learn to play classic games like kickball, freeze tag, and more- all while developing coordination and gross motor skills.
$50/M; $55/R; $60/NR
◊Spring into Fun◊
(Ages 3-5) Spring out of the winter blues with bright colors and new beginnings! We’ll explore nature, crafts, and more in this class.
$50/M; $55R; $60/NR
◊ Program is included in All Access Membership
◊Me Gusta Spanish◊
(Ages 3-5) Students will learn phonics, vocabulary, sounds, words, phrases, and develop language skills based on weekly themes through songs, books, games, hands-on activities, and more.
$50/M; $55/R; $60/NR per session
◊Lil Sprouts Cooking Class◊
(Ages 3-5) In this hands-on class, we’ll learn to make delicious and healthy snacks! Basic kitchen safety will also be covered.
$50/M; $55/R; $60/NR
◊Lil Kickers◊
(Ages 3-5) This beginner soccer class focuses on foot movement, ball control, passing, teamwork, and other fundamentals.
$50/M; $55/R; $60/NR
◊Tiny Slime◊
(Ages 3-5) Get ready to get messy- in this class, we’ll have fun exploring the world of slime!
$50/M; $55/R; $60/NR
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DAY TIME DATE W 4:00pm-4:25pm Ongoing
DAY TIME DATE M 12:15pm-1:15pm 3/6-3/27
DAY TIME DATE Tu 12:15pm-1:15pm 3/7-3/28
DAY TIME DATE W/Th 12:15pm-1:10pm 3/8-3/30 W/Th 12:15pm-1:10pm 4/12-4/27 W/Th 12:15pm-1:10pm 5/3-5/25
DAY TIME DATE Tu 12:15pm-1:15pm 4/11-4/25
DAY TIME DATE M 12:15pm-1:15pm 4/17-5/22
DAY TIME DATE Tu 12:15pm-1:15pm 5/2-5/23
school age recreation programs
2022-2023 Extended Care
Extended Care follows the licensing standards of the State of Virginia, Department of Social Services. Our Before and After School Care is for children in Kindergarten through 5th grade attending Manassas Park City Schools. We offer themed activities, which include arts and crafts, games, sports, and swimming in a fun, supervised environment! At no additional cost, teacher work days, school breaks, and some holidays are covered by full day care from 6:00am-7:00pm. For daily drop-in information, contact Sam Bryan at S.Bryan@manassasparkva.gov.
Registration and daily drop-in:
• Your child MUST attend City of Manassas Park Schools.
• Pay an $80 non-refundable annual registration fee.
• Submit a Payment Selection form.
• Parents must complete registration through Brightwheel (link will be provided once we receive the Payment Selection Form). You must provide a completed registration form, copies of your child’s birth certificate, immunization and health and physical form.
• Parents must attend a one-time orientation
BEFORE SCHOOL CARE
$54/AAM; $90/M/R
AFTER SCHOOL CARE
$120/AAM; $200/M/R
BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL CARE
$165/AAM; $275/M/R
Daily Drop-in Rate: $30 per day
GENERAL
◊WCRB Ninja Warrior Class◊
(Ages 6-13) WCRB’s Ninja Warrior Class is for junior ninjas in training! With emphasis on courtesy, discipline, and respect, students will work on balance and flexibility while using ninja defensive tools, techniques, and WCRB Karate. This fun-filled and fast-paced class also helps them with hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness using nunchakus and other child-safe weapons. This is a white-toblack-belt class with testing two to four times a year.
$50/month for one class a week; $80/month for two classes a week; $100/month for three or more classes a week. Classes end in June.
◊ Program is included in All Access Membership
◊WCRB Youth Mixed Martial Arts◊
(Ages 6-13) WCRB’s Youth Mixed Martial Arts class is for students with or without prior training. With emphasis on courtesy, discipline, and respect, students will learn a mixture of several different art forms. This Youth MMA program is combined with our Academic Excellence program for maximization of your child’s learning experience. This is a white-to-back belt class with testing two to four times a year.
$50/month for one class a week; $80/month for two classes a week; $100/month for three or more classes a week.
(YouthWCRB Karate/MMA:Beginners to gold belt)
(YouthWCRB Karate/MMA:green belt and up)
(YouthWCRB Karate/MMA:All belts)
◊Me Gusta Spanish◊
(Ages 5-12) Students will learn phonics, vocabulary, sounds, words, phrases, and develop language skills based on weekly themes through songs, books, games, hands-on activities, and more. Rates are session based.
$15/M; $25/R; $30/NR per session
◊Scrapbooking◊
(Ages 7-10) Participants will get the chance to explore their creativity as they create a scrapbook with memories. All tools will be provided. $15/M; $25/R; $30/NR per session
◊Cardmaking◊
(Ages 5-12) Although they make small gifts, cards always keep memories alive. Stickers, stamps, and other materials will be used for each special project. $15/M; $25/R; $30/NR per session
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SESSION TIME DATE 15-21 6:00am-7:30am 3/6-6/9
SESSION TIME DATE 15-21 3:10pm-7:00pm 3/6-6/9
SESSION TIME DATE 15-21 6:00am-7:30am/3:10pm-7:00pm 3/6-6/9
DAY TIME DATE W 6:00pm-6:50pm Ongoing
DAY TIME DATE M 5:00pm-5:50pm Ongoing
M
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6:00pm-6:50pm
Ongoing
W 5:00pm-5:50pm
DAY TIME DATE W 4:40pm-5:40pm 3/1-3/29 W 4:40pm-5:40pm 4/12-4/26 W 4:40pm-5:40pm 5/3-5/31
DAY TIME DATE Th 4:40pm-5:40pm 3/2-3/30 Th 4:40pm-5:40pm 4/13-4/27 Th 4:40pm-5:40pm 5/4-5/25
DAY TIME DATE Tu 4:40pm-5:40pm 3/7-3/28 Tu 4:40pm-5:40pm 4/11-4/25 Tu 4:40pm-5:40pm 5/2-5/30
school age recreation programs
◊Kids in the Kitchen◊
(Ages 5-12) Our previously known Kids Cupcake Decorating class has evolved. Participants will now get the chance to learn how to bake cookies, mini pies, tarts, parfaits, and more!
$15/M; $25/R; $30/NR per session
◊Mother’s Day Gift Making◊
(Ages 5-12) Celebrate mom and join us in creating a special, one-ofa-kind gift (and a yummy treat)!
$15/M; $25/R; $30/NR
◊Canvas Paint Tutorials◊
(Ages 7-12) Participants will have the opportunity to express themselves through painting with step-by-step tutorials. All Materials will be provided and all participants will take home their works of art!
$15/M; $25/R; $30/NR per session
◊Mighty Sprinters◊
(Ages 3-10) Come join Mighty Sprinters! Meet other kids ages 3-10 years old for an exciting 6-week, activity filled program! Each week we talk about Growth Mindset(c) themes such as Resilience, Grit, and Positive Self-Talk all while learning running techniques and having fun through the power of play! On practice days, kids will be rotating fitness groups and on race days they will be running a distance of 75 yards - 1 mile (age dependent). Practices and races will be held at Signal Hill Park. Each participant will receive a t-shirt and a finisher’s medal on the last race day!
Visit mightysprinters.org to register.
◊MPCC Shooting Clinics◊
(Ages 8-12) A simple and powerful way to learn shooting- this clinic will teach your athlete how to increase accuracy, consistency, and repeatability, the components of great shooting!
$65/M; $70/R; $75/NR
◊FUNdamentals of Basketball Movement◊
(Ages 8-12) The fundamentals of basketball are the most important skill to master, as they will help you and your team excel throughout your basketball journey!
$65/M; $70/R; $75/NR
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DAY TIME DATE Tu 4:30pm-5:30pm 3/7 Tu 4:30pm-5:30pm 4/25 Tu 4:30pm-5:30pm 5/9
DAY TIME DATE M 4:30pm-5:30pm 3/13 M 4:30pm-5:30pm 4/17 M 4:30pm-5:30pm 5/8
DAY TIME DATE Tu/Th 4:50pm-5:50pm 4/11-5/18
DAY TIME DATE Tu 6:30pm-7:30pm 4/18-5/23
DAY TIME DATE Tu 7:45pm-8:30pm 4/18-5/23
DAY TIME DATE Sa 12:00pm-1:30pm 5/13
teen recreation programs
FEBRUARY – APRIL
Monday Tuesday Wednesday
Teen Center Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 2:30pm – 7:00pm
Friday: 2:30pm – 8:00pm
Manassas Park Teen Passport
Welcome to the Teen Passport specifically for teens in 6th-12th grades! The Teen Passport membership is $20.00 per month. Teens can earn points toward their Teen Passport each month with good grades, community service, and by volunteering. When a teen earns 20 points, their next month is FREE!
Passport Includes: Access to the gym, pool, recreational programs, instructional classes, and more! Plus take advantage of the Teen Center, featuring computers, a TV, PS4, Xbox, foosball, and ice hockey table!
No Passport? No Problem! We want every teen to be able to take advantage of all of our programs! Non-members may enroll in any class individually by paying the $2.00 drop-in rate.
Teen ID Policy: Teens between ages 12-15, including those without memberships, will need to be issued a Community Center Teen ID in order to access the facility without a parent or guardian. Teens will be required to leave their ID at the front desk when they enter the building and retrieve it when they exit the building. Teens who do not retrieve their ID when exiting the building must pay a $5.00 drop-in on their next visit.
connect with us!
Instagram: @MP_Teen_Center
TikTok: @mpccteens
Twitter: @mpccteens
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Thursday Friday Get Up And Move Get Fit Monday 3:30pm-4:30pm All Sports 4:00pm-5:00pm Drop-In Basketball 4:15pm-5:15pm Get Fit Thursday 3:30pm-4:30pm Drop-In Basketball 3:00pm-5:00pm Connect with Your Community Movie Monday 4:30pm-6:45pm Chef Time 4:15pm-5:15pm Mindfulness 4:00pm-5:30pm Bake It Up 4:30pm-5:30pm Friday Night Live 5:30pm-7:30pm (First and third Friday of each month) Learn Something New Volunteer Club 4:15pm-5:15pm Homework Help 5:30pm-7:00pm Game Night 5:30pm-6:30pm DIY Crafts 5:30pm-7:00pm LGBTQ+ Fridays 6:00pm-7:00pm (Second and fourth Friday of each month)
teen recreation programs
Get Up and Move Get Fit Monday/Thursday
Stop by MPCC for a full-body circuit workout! It can be intense or light, depending on how hard you push yourself. We will provide you with a log to keep track of your progress.
All Sports
Compete with friends in a blend of sports, water games, and teambuilding games. Be ready for many laughs while building social skills.
Drop-In Basketball
Every Wednesday and Friday, the Community Center basketball courts are the place to be! The gym is reserved just for you to hoop with your friends. Grab your friends, a basketball, and meet us on the court!
Connect with Your Community Friday Night Live
Fridays nights in the teen center are LIT! The first and third Friday of each month, we’ll have a new activity accompanied by music and food. Come find out why the Teen Center is the place to be!
3/3, 3/17, 4/7, 4/21, 5/5, 5/19
Movie Monday
On Mondays, the Teen Center turns into a mini movie theater! Grab a spot on the couch with some candy or popcorn and enjoy a great film. We will watch anything from Disney classics to the latest superhero film. All films are rated G - PG-13.
Chef Time
Are you tired of fast and canned food? This fun program will have you cooking up a storm! Easy, yet delicious and nutritious meals are made in this class. Get ready to eat healthy and cook for yourself!
Mindfulness
Have you heard the saying “YOLO (you only live once)” or “living in the moment”? Our passionate instructors will teach you the basics of maintaining awareness of your feelings, thoughts, and surrounding environment. We will provide all materials for journaling as well as take-home activities to practice.
Bake It Up
This program is perfect for two kinds of people: those that have a sweet tooth, and those that love to bake. If you have both qualities, then you MUST join us as we prepare different sweets and desserts.
Learn Something New Game Night
Stop by the Teen Center and compete against friends in a variety of board games, ice hockey, futsal, and video games!
Homework Help
Need a little extra help with homework? Our Recreation Leaders are here to help you succeed! Bring your questions to us and we’ll work together to help you understand assignments better or prepare for tests.
DIY Crafts
Who doesn’t love scrolling through Pinterest and making idea boards? In this class, you can make those ideas come true with your friends!
Volunteer Club
Do you love your community and want to give back? Maybe you need community service hours for school? Whatever the reason is, we invite you to join us on Tuesdays for volunteer opportunities around the Community Center.
GENERAL ◊MP3◊
MP3 (Manassas 3 O’clock Club) is a non-licensed program operated by the City of Manassas Park Department of Parks and Recreation. The program is lightly supervised for your teen to have a safe and fun place to be after school. The program emphasizes recreation with creative programs and materials that encourage and invite participation. Recreation Leaders guide students in activities that allow participants to learn; choosing independent activities or participating in-group activities that are fun, safe, and challenging. MP3 is developed for teens in grades 6-8.
MP3 is Mon-Fri during the school year from 2:45pm-7:00pm
Transportation is provided from Manassas Park Middle School to the Community Center. MP3 does not meet on holidays, and teacher workdays. Must pre-register.
MP3 will only be offered on days that your child is going to school in-person.
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teen recreation programs
Teen Advisory Committee
We are looking for outgoing involved teens to help shape and plan our teen programs and events. The Teen Advisory Board is a group of teens that want to have their voices heard! We will meet in a multi-purpose room to practice social distancing. If interested in participating, please let a Teen Recreation Leader know, or contact Mike Arrington at m.arrington@manassasparkva.gov
Teen Center Events
March Madness
Join us in the Teen Center and enjoy a watch party for March Madness! On April 1st, we’ll watch the Final Four - Semifinals of the NCAA. Stop by on April 3rd to watch the Championship Games! There will be light food and beverages. Registration is required - $5.00.
◊Naginata◊
(Ages 14+) Naginata is an ancient Japanese weapon used by Samurai men and women. This class is taught by Sensei Djinn and will teach you the martial art form of Atarashii Naginata. All experience levels welcome. Loaner equipment is available. A onetime registration fee of $60 is required. Sessions are held monthly. The Sunday class will meet every other week. $30/Month
Teen Easter Egg Hunt
The Teen Center will host an Easter Egg Hunt for teens ages 1217! Join us at Costello Park- Easter baskets and flashlights will be provided.
Registration is required - $5.00.
May Mosaics
◊WCRB Teen Mixed Martial Arts◊
(Ages 13-19) WCRB’s Teen MMA Class is for students with or without prior training. With emphasis on courtesy, discipline and respect, students will learn a mixture of several different art forms.
The TMMA program is combined with our academic excellence program for maximization of your child’s learning experience. This is a belt class from white to black with testing two to four times a year. All equipment and uniforms must be purchased through WCRB Karate. $50/per month for one class a week; $80/per month for two classes a week. Classes end in June.
LGBTQ+ Teen Group
LGBTQ+ Youth Fridays are back! Join us every second and fourth Friday nights of the month from 6:00pm-7:00pm. We will have games, giveaways, and entertaining conversations with fellow LGBTQ+ youth and queer facilitators and allies. This is a social group open to ages 12-17. Email the Teen Center Specialist, Heather Henry at H.Henry@manassasparkva.gov for more information.
We will meet 3/10, 3/24, 4/14, 4/28, 5/12, and 5/26.
Come out and learn how to create stained glass art with our passionate Recreation Leader! All materials will be provided. We’ll provide snacks and beverages for each participant.
Registration is required - $5.00
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DAY TIME DATE F 4:00pm 3/6 F 4:00pm 4/3 F 4:00pm 5/1
DAY TIME DATE Su 12:00pm-3:00pm Ongoing F 7:00pm-9:00pm Ongoing
DAY TIME DATE M 7:00pm-7:50pm Ongoing
DAY TIME DATE Sa TBD 4/1 M TBD 4/3
DAY TIME DATE Sa 6:00pm-7:30pm 4/8
DAY TIME DATE W 6:00pm-7:30pm 5/10
◊Skills and Drills: Pickleball Class◊
(Ages 18+) This class is all about practice and is designed for 2.5 to 3.5 players. Players will be able to suggest skills they wish to improve, and each class will practice a drill specific skill. Possible topics could be: Serve strength, variety, and strategy; dinking; drop shot development; shot placement; the correct way to play a lob, and more. Bring a water bottle, towel, and court shoes
$25/M; $30/R; $35/NR
◊Intro to Pickleball◊
(Ages 18+) Have you heard about one of the fastest growing sports in the US? It’s called pickleball! If you are unfamiliar with it, see what all the excitement is about. This introductory class will teach you the basics by some of our most dedicated and encouraging pickleball players. Bring a water bottle, towel, and comfortable shoes.
$25/M; $30/R; $35/NR
◊Advanced Pickleball◊
(Ages 18+) Have you completed the Introduction to Pickleball Class or another beginner class for the sport? Are you ready to learn more about strategy or improve your skills? This class is designed to introduce you to additional skills, strengthen your serve, improve ground strokes, learn to anticipate your opponents’ next play, and place the ball where you want it. Bring a water bottle, towel, and court shoes.
$25/M; $30/R; $35/NR
◊WCRB Adult MMA Class◊
(Ages 18+) With emphasis on spatial awareness, self-discipline, and self-defense, students will learn a mixture of several different martial art forms. Students will feel empowered and excited to a new challenge. This is a white-to-black belt course with testing two to four times a year.
$50/month for one class per week; $80/month for two classes per week; $100/month for three or more classes per week. Classes end in June.
◊ Program is included in All Access Membership
◊Naginata◊
(Ages 18+) Naginata is an ancient Japanese weapon used by Samurai men and women. Sensei Djinn teaches the martial art form of Atarashii Naginata. All experience levels are welcome and loaner equipment is available. Sessions are held monthly. Sunday class meets every other week.
$40/month
Hand Dancing
(Age 18 +) Are you ready for the best seven steps you’ll ever take? The 7 Step Hand Dance Academy specializes in the African American art form of hand dancing- combining sophisticated, slick moves with rhythmic footwork that allows dancers to blend their talent into showcase artistry. Beginner and advanced beginner classes are available. To register, please contact Ray Morton at rstrdm@aol.com. $100 per person
Spring Classic Co-ed Dodgeball Tournament
(Ages 18+) Duck! Throw! Dodge! Dodgeball is back at MPCC! Gather your buddies and come out for an action-packed and fun-filled day of old school dodgeball. You’ll need a co-ed team of six members to compete. $100 per team
DROP-IN ACTIVITIES
◊Basketball Drop-In◊
Every Saturday afternoon, come to the Community Center to hoop it up with friends. Pick-up games are played to 13 and are participantofficiated.
FREE/M; Drop-in rate for non-members
◊Pickleball Drop-In◊
Want to play one of the country’s fastest-growing sports in the country? Bring your friends, paddles, and a competitive attitude for some pick-up games! All games are participant-officiated.
FREE/M; Drop-in rate for non-members
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Access Passport adult recreation programs
DAY TIME DATE Tu/Th 11:00am-12:00pm 3/21-3/30 Tu/Th 11:00am-12:00pm 4/18-4/27
DAY TIME DATE Tu/Th 12:00pm-1:00pm 3/21-3/30 Tu/Th 12:00pm-1:00pm 4/18-4/27
DAY TIME DATE Tu/Th 1:00pm-2:00pm 3/21-3/30 Tu/Th 1:00pm-2:00pm 4/18-4/27
DAY TIME DATE M 8:00pm-8:50pm Ongoing
DAY TIME DATE Su 12:00pm-3:00pm Ongoing F 7:00pm-9:00pm Ongoing
DAY TIME DATE Su 2:00pm-6:00pm Ongoing
DAY TIME DATE Sa 12:00pm-7:00pm 5/7
DAY TIME DATE Sa 3:00pm-6:00pm Ongoing
DAY TIME DATE M-F 8:00am-12:00pm Ongoing
senior recreation programs
FEBRUARY – APRIL
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Pickleball Drop-In 8:00am – 11:00am *Color
*Puzzle Mania 11:00am-12:00pm
*Card Shark 11:00am-12:00pm Senior Socials 10:00am-12:00pm
*Conversation and Crosswords 11:00am – 12:00pm
All classes (except swim lessons) are included FREE of charge with the Senior Passport. Our Senior Passport Program is for individuals 60 years of age and older. Membership is $20 per month for non-residents of Manassas Park and $10 per month for residents. Membership includes all the benefits of our Basic Membership, as well as access to all senior programs (except swim lessons) at no additional charge. Enjoy our potlucks, socials, the wellness area, pool, and more! Non-members may enroll in any of these classes individually by paying the $2.00 daily drop-in rate. Times, dates, and activities are subject to change. For Group Exercise classes see the group exercise calendar.
Please be sure to check out our Senior Board located behind the Front Desk for senior happenings and news. We are seeking Senior Volunteers to teach our senior classes!
Contact Sue Jurjevic at 703-335-8872 if interested in volunteering or have questions about senior activities.
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*Color
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*Walking Club 9:00am – 10:00am
senior recreation programs
*Card Shark Bring a friend and revisit some classic card games like Rummy, UNO, and Spoons. Use those solitaire skills you’ve been practicing on your phone and partner up for double solitaire.
*Color n’ Coffee Reap the benefits of expressing yourself, all while socializing. Join us for coffee and adult coloring.
*Conversation and Crosswords Enjoy conversation with friends all while enjoying one of your favorite activities such as crosswords puzzles and word searches.
Pickleball This sport is described as a combination of tennis and badminton. It is also a fun and great way to get exercise. This is one of the fastest-growing sports in the country and has gained much popularity at the Community Center.
*Puzzle Mania Keep those critical thinking skills honed and collaborate on a group puzzle, Sudoku, or crosswords.
*Social Knitting/Crocheting Bring your project and join us for a morning of socializing, sharing patterns, project ideas; or even offer some basic help to get someone started.
*Program is self-facilitated.
Senior Socials One of One of the longest running programs in Manassas Park! If you are excited to meet with new and old friends and talk about the day’s events, or if you want to work on a project that encourages your creative touch, then this social group is perfect for you. See the Senior board for upcoming activities.
*Walking Club Calling all walkers! As we walk and talk, you will be hitting your stride and realizing the heart benefits of a 1,000 steps. Bring comfortable walking shoes, a water bottle, and Join us at Blooms Park! In the event of rain, our activity will be indoors.
MPCC Text Alerts
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Simply text any of the codes below to: 81010
Community Center: @theMPCC
MPCC Gymnasium: @MPCCGym
MPCC Pool: @MPCCPool
Signal Bay Waterpark: @MPSBWP
Group Exercise Classes: @MPGroupx
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therapeutic recreation programs
Manassas Park Buddy Club
(Ages 17+) This one of a kind, special program is a self-facilitated adult social group. This program is designed to meet the needs of individuals with developmental/cognitive disabilities. Daily activities include arts and crafts, fitness classes, movies, computer, and video games. Buddies will also have access to the wellness center and the pool. $2.00 Drop-in rate for non-members. $20/month
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DAY TIME DATE M/Tu/Th 10:00am-2:30pm Ongoing
Flashlight Egg Hunt
(Ages 8-11) Bring your basket, flashlight, and lace up your sneakers for this night-time egg hunt! Find the golden egg and receive a very special prize filled with treats! We’ll host games and activities. $7 per person.
Annual Easter Egg Hunts
(Ages 0-7) Bring your baskets and get ready to fill them with hidden eggs and treats! Parents- don’t forget to bring your camera because you will have an opportunity to take pictures with our favorite bunny! We’ll have good family fun playing games and making crafts. Be on the lookout for a golden egg- the finder of the golden egg will turn it in to receive a special prize basket!
Register each child for the appropriate time slot – parents are required to attend but need not register or participate. $7 per person.
Ages 0-3 - 10:00am (Parent permitted to help child in hunt)
Ages 4-5 - 10:45am (Parent NOT permitted to help child in hunt)
Ages 6-7 - 11:30am (Parent NOT permitted to help child in hunt)
10th Annual Kite Festival
Everyone’s invited to our annual kite festival at Signal Hill Park! April is National Kite Month, so unwind your string, bring your kite, and let it fly!. You may purchase a kite at the event for $5, while supplies last. FREE event.
spring events
◊ Program is included in All Access Passport
Spring
Community Yard Sale
SELLERS: What’s the best way to celebrate all that Spring cleaning? A yard sale of course! Clean out your attics, basements, garages and sell, sell, sell at this popular event. $10 per vendor slot.
For more information, please contact Kaitlyn Collier at k.collier@ manassasparkva.gov.
BUYERS: This is your time to treasure hunt and give items a new life! Come on down and look for deals because it’s a FREE event for buyers.
Annual 2nd Annual Chalk Festival
Kids to The Park Day is amongst us! Join us for this FREE event at Blooms Park! Let the blank pavement be your canvas and create works of art using only chalk. The park will transform into a community art gallery as families design memorable pieces while enjoying the fresh air. We will also host family games and craft sessions.
MPCC Special Events Text Alerts
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Text the code below to: 81010
Special Events: @MPEVENTS
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DAY TIME DATE Sa 8:00am-12:00pm 5/13
DAY TIME DATE Sa 10:00am-12:00pm 5/20
DAY TIME DATE F 7:00pm-8:00pm 3/31
DAY TIME DATE Sa 10:00am-12:00pm 4/1
DAY TIME DATE Sa 10:00am-12:00pm 4/22
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City of Manassas Park Department of Parks and Recreation 99 Adams Street Manassas Park, Virginia 20111 Visit us online where the MOSAIC is also available in PDF format. www.ManassasParkCommunityCenter.com