Explore Recreation Fall 2016 by Roanoke County Parks, Recreation and Tourism

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Explore Recreation Magazine • Fall 2016

Explore

ecreation

A Publication Of:

Roanoke

County Parks, Recreation and Tourism

Dear friends and neighbors,

A few weeks ago Roanoke County unveiled a new adventure plan for Explore Park. It’s been the culmination of over a year of public feedback and design work, with the goal of shaping the future of our newest facility. The article on page 7 will give you a brief overview of the plan, but I encourage you to visit www.ExplorePark.org/AdventurePlan for additional information. We envision Explore Park as the starting place for individuals and families seeking adventure and enrichment in the outdoors. Our focus will be expanding recreation opportunities such as hiking/biking trails, river access, overnight camping and educational programs based on the park’s unique environmental and cultural history - all while preserving the park’s natural beauty. Roanoke County will rely heavily on business and community partnerships to build out the park over the next 20 years. The adventure plan includes a business and phasing plan to guide this effort. The Blue Ridge Parkway is already a gateway for many visitors to our region. Few places on the East Coast offer such rich outdoor recreation amenities in such close proximity to a metropolitan core. We envision Explore Park as a must-see stop for our guests, inviting them to explore the rest of Virginia’s Blue Ridge while they’re here. Sincerely,

Director of Parks, Recreation and Tourism

In This Issue Move pgs. 10-29

Splash

10 Green Ridge

44 Swimming Lessons American Red Cross based

14 Exercise

46 Lifeguard Training

27 Sports Martial Arts, Fencing, clinics and athletics

48 Water Exercise

Over 75,000 square feet of healthy fun for your family

Group exercise, zumba, jazzercise, boot camps and t’ai chi

leagues

28 Youth Athletics Tennis, Golf, Cheer Olympics and Punt, Pass, Kick

Learn 31 34 36 37 38

pgs. 30-43

County and Glenvar libraries

40 Kids Crafts, painting and pottery 41 Camps & After School School or facility based

extended care programs and school’s out day camps

with disabilities

instruction for ages 6-months to adult

Learn what it takes to be a lifeguard or swim instructor at Green Ridge Group exercise classes held in the Green Ridge indoor pool

Explore

pgs. 50-58

52 Nature Programs Environmental education

Visual Arts Painting, pottery and spring crafts Special Interest Hobby, gun safety and language Performing Arts Music and dance classes Dog Training Obedience classes from High Hopes Technology Computer based learning at South

42 Therapeutic Recreation

pgs. 44-49

Classes for individuals

and hikes

55 Outdoor Adventure Mountain biking, paddle boarding, ropes course and more

56 Horseback Riding Excursions with Reba Farm 57 Travel Adult trips, family day trips and overnight vacation opportunities

Contents 06

Events Mark your calendars for these special events from Roanoke County.

Parks Map & Facility Rentals

A complete list of our recreation amenities.

14 Gearing Up

Cycle Group Ex programs now offered at the Brambleton Center.

30 Pottery for Beginners

Start your pottery journey with an international pottery expert.

42 40th Anniversary for TRS

Celebrating all that the TRS program has accomplished in its 40 years.

50 Cooking Outdoors

Learn some of the best recipes & tricks to cooking outdoors.

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PIN. Request a new account online by selecting the “My Account Tab” within our online registration portal. Then click on the “Create New Account” button. New accounts are not activated until you complete your first program registration. You may also request an account via telephone by calling any number listed below.

Register by Phone/Walk-in Simply Call one of the numbers below to register for programs, or for more information about our offerings*:

540.772.7529 Brambleton Center 540.777.6300 540.387.6078

Fall 2016 Session Open Registration

HOW — Registration is on a first come, first pay basis. Registration will be taken until a class is full, or a class is canceled for insufficient enrollment. You may mail-in, walk-in, or phone-in to any Roanoke County Parks facility or register online at www. RoanokeCountyParks.com. Payment — Payment is required in full at the time of registration to reserve your space, unless otherwise stated. This policy excludes programs for which payment by installment is available. Payment may be made by VISA, Mastercard, Discover Card, check, money order or cash. Make checks payable to: Roanoke County Parks, Recreation and Tourism. For credit card transactions, please note that this payment will appear as ACT*REGISTRATION before processing is complete, and ACT*Roanoke Co PRT 877-228-4881 once your bank has posted the payment. The transaction location is listed as California, where the secure server is located that processes payment through The Active Network. Credit card data is completely secure, processed in a PCI compliant environment, and completely masked to staff.

If Programs Are Full — Sometimes programs may fill. If this happens, we will gladly add your name to the waiting list. Mail-in registrants will automatically be placed on the list. You will be contacted if a space becomes available.

*Individuals with disabilities are welcome to participate in general recreation programs listed in this guide. Please contact 777-6357 to discuss reasonable accommodations at least two weeks prior to the program start date.

Resident Registration

WHEN — At the start of each program session, registration will open up first online for County residents, followed by walk-in or phone registration for residents. Non-residents may sign up at any time after Open Registration begins. See lower left of this page.

Confirmations — Please show up for the first class at the appointed time and place unless you are notified by phone. You will only be notified if your registration cannot be accepted in cases where the class is full or has been canceled.

3738 Brambleton Ave. 24018 Green Ridge Recreation Center 7415 Wood Haven Rd. 24019 Roanoke County Parks Offices 1206 Kessler Mill Rd. 24153

Early Online Registration

WHO — Anyone can sign up for programs from Roanoke County. You don’t have to be a resident. However, County residents may take advantage of early online registration days and walk-in or phone registration days prior to open registration. See lower left of this page.

- Begins Saturday, August 27 for County residents only

- Begins Monday, August 29 for County residents only

- Begins Wednesday, August 31 for Non-County residents

Weather Cancellation — General weather cancellations are updated on our automated phone line at (540) 387-6455, as well as on our website (www.RoanokeCountyParks.com) and Facebook page (facebook.com/RoanokeCountyParks). Recreation centers will remain open their scheduled hours, unless otherwise posted. Refunds — In the event Roanoke County cancels the class, you may elect to receive a refund within three weeks. Refunds will not be given after the first session of the class or after the deadline date for trips, tours and special events, unless your place can be filled. A credit may be requested in lieu of a refund. Refunds for charged payments will be made by credit to your account. A minimum of $5 is required for a refund. Registration Deadline Policy — It is Roanoke County’s Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism policy to accept registrations on a first-come, first-serve basis. Most classes and programs will accept registration until 24-hours prior to the beginning of said program or class. Camp registration will be accepted until 5pm on the Wednesday prior to the camp starting the following week. It will be at the program supervisor’s discretion to accept or not accept a late registration.

Recreation Phone Line (540) 387-6455 like those below to quickly PRESS 1 - Special Events Info determine age appropriate programs on each page. Look for Call our automated 24-hour information line to get program PRESS 2 - Program Registration Info specific age requirements in the program details box under PRESS 3 - Facility Directory and cancellation information. the course description. (Actual requirements may vary) PRESS 4 - Cancellations & Facility Closures 55+ PRESS 5 - Splash Valley Closures P Preschool Ages 0-5 Y Youth Ages 6-12 Older Adult Ages 55 & Up PRESS 6 - Youth Athletics Cancellations A Adult Ages 18 & Up F Family, Various Ages T Teen Ages 11-17 PRESS 7 - Adult Athletics Cancellations Look for symbols

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EXPLORE PARK’S Adventure Plan R

oanoke County has completed a twelve month master plan process for the Explore Park Adventure Plan. We’re thankful for the residents and stakeholders who contributed to the Adventure Plan and shared their ideas through community meetings, focus groups, interviews, and surveys. Implementation of the Explore Park Adventure Plan will depend on public and private partnerships to help Roanoke County develop the park in multiple phases over the next 20 years. The Adventure Plan includes a business and phasing plan to guide this effort. The Adventure Plan encompasses many diverse active and passive recreational opportunities for residents and tourists that will be new to Explore Park and Southwest Virginia. Some of the opportunities listed below would be the first of their kind in the state of Virginia: • In-River Kayak Park - Go tubing, kayaking or canoeing through a series of natural rapids, enhanced by in-river features that can be modified depending on water levels! This amenity would be the first of its kind in Virginia. • Roanoke River Greenway - Imagine being able to walk or bike from downtown Roanoke all the way to Explore Park in an afternoon. When complete over the next few years, the Roanoke River Greenway will stretch 26 miles from Roanoke County’s Green Hill Park to Explore Park. • Overnight Accommodations - The master plan calls for a variety of accommodations, built and managed by an outside vendor. Space has been designated for hike-in tent camping, car camping, cabins or yurts, RV camping, and a lodge. These are all much needed amenities that fit well into the region’s tourism plan. • Food/Retail Operations - The Brugh Tavern is available for a distillery, brewery or restaurant operation. Space has also been designated nearby for a gas station and country store that will service the park’s new visitors and overnight campers.

• Zip-line / Aerial Park - Ranking as one of the top attraction requests on our public survey, Explore Park is well positioned for an outside vendor to build a course. The park features diverse terrain, a river crossing opportunity, and access to the Blue Ridge Parkway. • Bike Skills Park - The Roanoke Region is on its way to becoming nationally recognized for bike amenities. Working closely with biking advocates and the Roanoke Chapter of the International Mountain Bike Association, we’ll be seeking grant and fundraising opportunities to develop a world-class skills park. • Event Venues - Enhancement of the road system will enable the Riverside Village Area (formerly historic area) to host special events. We envision the transformation of Houtz Barn into an event stage. In later years of development, the Adventure Plan calls for a concert stage in a picturesque field located on the Bedford County side of the park. • River Access - The master plan calls for preservation of the Roanoke River frontage, as well as increased public access for recreation such as boating and fishing. These efforts go hand-inhand with the regional development of a blueway and greenway system throughout the Roanoke Valley. • Equipment Rental - With improved river access, there will be a need for rental equipment such as kayaks, canoes, tubes, and fishing gear. An outside vendor will build and operate this amenity. For more information or to view the full adventure plan please visit www.ExplorePark.org/adventureplan

Highland Games

Roanoke County’s Green Hill Park will once again host the Green Hill Highland Games. Both male and female athletes will challenge one another in traditional Scottish heavy athletics and strength competitions, including the Weight Throw, Scottish Hammer Throw, Stone Put and the always entertaining Caber Toss. Especially for the ‘ye little ones’ there will be a children’s version of the games. Plus there will be music, dancing, clans, food and drink. Come on out, have some fun and cheer on the athletes. Admission is FREE. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

FEE

All

Aug 27

9:00am-6:00pm

Green Hill Park

SpookyVille

Halloween is right around the corner! Join all the ghouls and goblins at Green Ridge Recreation Center on Friday, October 21 for a SPOOK-tacular good time. Enjoy games, crafts, ghoulish grub and more. Green Ridge members are admitted for FREE and for non-members our special price of $5 per person (family maximum of $20). AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

All

Oct 21

5:30pm-8:30pm

Green Ridge

30865

Take a Bite Out of the Nite - 5k Zombie Run

Zombie Run is an obstacle fun run for the end of times. This year the event will be a night run to add to the excitement. But you’re not just running against the clock you are running from flesh-eating, virus-spreading, bloody zombies. Participants will use speed, agility, and their intact brains to overcome obstacles and avoid flesh-eating Zombies. Before the race, you will be given a flag belt. These flags represent your health. The zombies want to take your flags and maybe eat your brains. If you lose all your health flags, you die. And the zombies win. Throughout the race, there will be a series of man-made and natural obstacles for you to complete. There will be zombies. Their job is to mainly go after your health, in the form of your flag belt. Avoid the zombies to keep your health flags. Use everything you have in you to make it to the FINISH LINE “alive” with at least ONE FLAG INTACT. If you finish with zero health flags, this means the zombies have successfully transformed you into the “undead”. There will be a start line, and a finish line, but what happens in between is up to you. If you “survive” you will be entered into a drawing for some great prizes. Kids race too! Please bring your own flashlight or headlamp! Event benefits Special Olympics. Register at Active.net AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

All

Oct 1

7pm

Green Hill Park

30598

$25/$35

Saturday, October 1 2016

Saturday, August 27 from 9am-6pm

Start Time 8:00PM Kid’s Race Starts at 7:00PM

Roanoke County’s Green Hill Park 2501 Parkside Dr. Salem, VA 24153

Male & Female Competitors Spectators Welcome! Live Music Bagpipes Scottish Dancers Clans Food & Drink Plus - Just for fun a children’s version of the games available for the ye little ones!

An Event Of: Roanoke

County Parks, Recreation and Tourism

FIRST EVER NIGHT TIME ZOMBIE RUN!

Halloween Party

Looking for a safe Halloween celebration that’s fun for the whole family? Bring your children to the Craig Center for an evening of games, costume judging, cake walks and lots more fun! AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

5-12

Oct 27

6:00pm-8:00pm

Craig Center

30825

Santa Visits

Get in the holiday spirit and spend some quality time with your favorite elf from the North Pole! Bring the whole family out to one of our centers for a FREE family photo op with St. Nick and enjoy some light refreshments. Remember he’s keeping a list and checking it twice! AGES

Artisan Saturdays

Crafts, Music, Food, and More! Join us at Roanoke County’s Explore Park, milepost 115 on the Blue Ridge Parkway, as we once again host Artisan Saturdays. Local artisans will be on hand to demonstrate and showcase a number of uniquely different crafts. Also included are book signings, live music, craft activities for the kids, food and more. Additionally, the artisans’ original pieces of work will be for sale and Explore Park’s Gift Shop will be open. This is the last Artisan Saturday for the season! Be prepared for some big sale items! AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

FEES

All

Nov 5

10:00am-3:00pm

Explore Park

Craft Show

It’s time for handmade crafts, ceramics and fun. Join us on the first Saturday of November to shop for crafts to use as Christmas gifts, birthdays and/or to decorate your home with! We will feature local, handmade crafts for you to enjoy. Admission is free! Interested in being a vendor? See page 32 for more details! AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

FEE

All

Nov 5

8:00am-2:00pm

Brambleton

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

FEE

All

Dec 2

6:00pm-8:00pm

Green Ridge

All

Dec 10

11:00am-1:00pm

Brambleton

Holiday Open House

Get in the holiday spirit! Spend an evening with friends and neighbors singing your favorite Christmas carols at the Craig Center. Refreshments provided. We’ll also have a visit from Santa, so get out your Christmas list! AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

FEE

5-12

Dec 20

6:00pm-8:00pm

Craig Center

County Christmas Tree Lighting

South County Library will transform into a Winter Wonderland during Roanoke County’s 2016 Annual Christmas Tree Lighting. Santa will feel right at home visiting with children to discuss their special Christmas wishes. Refreshments, crafts, stories and activities will be available for holiday memory making, so be sure to bring your cameras and your Christmas spirit! AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

FEE

All

Dec 5

6:00pm-8:00pm

SoCo Library

Roanoke County Christmas Tree Lighting

October 21, 2016 5:30PM-8:30Pm

at Green Ridge Recreation Center $5 Admission (FREE FOR MEMBERS)

December 5, 2016 6:00pm-8:00pm South County Library EXPLORE

Christmas tree lighting Light refreshments Wonderland crafts &activities Fireside chats with Santa Christmas carols

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In partnership with:

For more information visit us online at www.RoanokeCountyParks.com

Games, Crafts, goulish grub & More

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Why Green Ridge? Amenities Indoor Aquatics

Wellness Center

Activity Room

Gymnasium

Our indoor aquatics area is designed with family fun in mind. Whether you’re looking for a place to splash, slide, swim or relax there’s something for everyone. We also offer aquatics exercise classes, American Red Cross certified group swimming lessons and personalized private or semi-private swimming instruction. The indoor pool is kept at a comfortable 84 degrees, so it’s never too chilly to take a swim. Please view our pool schedule for operating hours: GreenRidgeRecreationCenter.com/schedules. Enjoy our interactive Activity Room that features: • Climbing Wall - Kids will enjoy our new wall mounted climbing area. See if you can reach the top! • Exerbikes - It’s a stationary bike connected to a video game system to keep you moving both virtually and in real life. • Eyeplay Interactive Floor - Illuminated floor games that use a motion sensor to interact with you. • XBOX 360 with Kinect Motion Capture - Move your body and interact with a variety of games, no wires attached! • Wii - If you don’t have your own Nintendo Wii at home, feel free to use ours. It’s a great way to work out while playing fun games with your friends. • Classic Table Game - Enjoy a game of Air Hockey

We offer a wide range of cardiovascular equipment and free weights, plus a full-body circuit of strength training equipment from some of the best names in the industry like: TechnoGym, Precor, Hammer Strength, Free Motion, Atlantis, Cybex and Hampton. Our wellness staff and personal trainers are ready and able to help use the equipment as well as help you achieve your healthy lifestyle goals. The gym features two full-size basketball courts with hardwood floors that can be divided with a center curtain. The facility is fully air conditioned with six basketball backboards and two volleyball courts. We offer Pickleball court times throughout the week. Due to programming and large sporting events, portions of the gym may be closed. View the complete schedule online at GreenRidgeRecreationCenter.com/schedules.

We’ve expanded our pickle ball court times. Come out for a fast paced game that combines the thrill of tennis with the technique of badminton. Everyday from 8am-11am.

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Green Ridge

Our goal is to support your MOVE to a healthier lifestyle! Making Green Ridge a part of your weekly routine can have huge impacts, such as: improving your physical and mental wellbeing, shedding pounds, overcoming medical issues and meeting new friends. Our flexible monthly membership plans are the most economical way to take advantage of all Green Ridge has to offer, including member exclusive benefits such as free group-ex classes and use of KidZone. With no joining fees or long term contracts, we know you’ll be our next success story! Stop by any time for a tour. When you’re ready to become a member, sign up at the front desk. Our friendly and knowledgeable staff will be ready to assist you.

Membership Rates

Membership Benefit Classes

Membership Plan Types

Green Ridge offers over 75 land and water group exercise classes free with your membership. For our full schedule, visit us online at GreenRidgeRecreationCenter.com. Member benefit classes do not require pre-registration but fill on a first come, first served basis. Members are welcome to sign up for any group exercise or recreation program shown throughout this guide at the published rates. As a member, these are the courses that come with your membership:

Individual Adult Ages 18 to 54

Adult Couple / Single Parent Two adults ages 18 and up OR a single parent with up to 6 children

Family Two adults ages 18 and up with up to 6 children

Teen

Land Group-Ex

Back In Shape Barre Body Attack ™ by Les Mills Body Pump ™ by Les Mills Body Pump ™ Express by Les Mills Cardio Jam Core Worx Cycle Dancercise Extreme Bootcamp Fitness Fight Club Fit for Life Kick Punch Kid Fit Pilates Piloxing

Power Sculpt Ride n Reps RIPPED T’ai Chi Yoga

Ages 13 to 17

Children Ages 12 and under

Zumba® Zumba Gold® Zumba Toning®

55+ Individual Ages 55 and up

Water Group-Ex

55+ Couple

Twinges in the Hinges Hydro-Fit Hydro-Power Aqua Zumba Aqua Kickboxing Aqua Bootcamp Aqua Sculpt

Two adults ages 55 and up

Base Rate

County Resident Rate

$51

$42

per month

$67

$57

per month

$77

$66

per month

$31

$23

per month

$23

$15

per month

$49

$39

per month

$57

$47

per month

MOVE

Membership

Wellness Equipment Orientation

Please call or visit the Wellness desk to schedule your equipment orientation appointment.

Youth Equipment Orientations

Youth ages 9-15 may use the wellness area with a signed waiver from a parent and completion of our orientation course. Sign up at the wellness desk. Free for members. Non-members are $25 per person/$35 couple.

KidZone & KidVenture

Don’t worry about keeping an eye on the little ones while you’re at Green Ridge; we’ll do that for you! Children who are members from 6 weeks to 9 years of age are welcome for up to two consecutive hours per day. Ages 5 to 9 are taken to designated areas during operating hours for guided activities with staff.

Member Discounts for Paid Classes

Now Green Ridge members can get $10 or more off select paid group exercise classes. Look for prices highlighted in ORANGE throughout the wellness section of this magazine! AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

MEMBER

18+

Class Dates

Day

Class Time

Green Ridge

12345

$55

KIDZONE & KIDVENTURE = FUN FOR YOUR LITTLE ONES

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Rewards

Roanoke County Parks - Rewards App

MOVE

Download our new app and earn rewards just by visiting Green Ridge every month as a member! Get punches by participating in activities at Green Ridge. Earn 10 punches, get a $10 Recreation Gift Card.

Member Fitness Challenge - Rewards Program

Stick to your workout and earn prizes such as Recreation Gift Cards, free Green Ridge passes, and free personal training sessions. Are you up for the challenge? Simply follow beginner or advanced wellness tracks provided by our personal trainers! See the wellness desk for details.

Daily Admission Rates Base Rate

Ages

County Resident Rate

Adult

$12

Ages 18 to 54

per day

Child / Teen

$10

Ages 3-17 (Under 3 FREE)

per day

55+

$10

Ages 55 and up

per day

Green Ridge Hours

Monday-Friday 5:30am-10:00pm Saturday 8:00am-6:00pm Sunday 10:00am-6:00pm

4 Ways To Play

Green Ridge Recreation Center offers healthy fun for everyone. While membership plans are available, you don’t have to be a member to enjoy this state-of-the-art facility!

1) Membership - We offer flexible monthly plans for a variety of family types, with NO joining fees, and NO long-term contracts. Members have full use of our indoor amenities. 2) Program Participation - This program guide contains an amazing variety of general public classes held at Green Ridge. There’s something for everyone! 3) Facility Rental - Green Ridge features a pool party room, two multipurpose rooms and a large gymnasium available for public rental. Our parties were awarded the 2015 BEST of Roanoker Magazine as a party destination. 4) Daily Admission - Visit for the day and make use of our unique indoor pool, wellness center, walking track, gymnasium and activity room.

Contact Info:

PHONE: (540) 777-6300 EMAIL: GreenRidge@RoanokeCountyVA.gov ADDRESS: 7415 Wood Haven Rd. • 24019

NEW EQUIPMENT COMING TO GREEN RIDGE 12

TRX TACTICAL LOCKER, WOODWAY TREADMILLS, & DYNAMIX RACKS

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Lose Big!

Ages

Plan

Dates

Place

Course #

Fee

16+

Base Plan

Oct 10-Dec 26

Green Ridge

30837

$299

16+

Base + Extra Day

Oct 10-Dec 26

Green Ridge

30837

$444

MOVE

Not quite ready for personal training? Take part in this 12 week program for all ages and fitness levels. It’s not just a weight loss program, it is also a program to tone and build muscle. Whatever your goals are, we are here to help you attain them. You will workout with a Certified Personal Trainer in groups of 4-6 and compete in monthly team challenges. The base plan includes two one hour workout sessions each week. Base + Extra Day adds one additional weekly workout totaling three sessions each week. For further information, please contact the wellness center at 540-777-6310.

IT’S WHAT WE DO! 14,895 LBS LOST WITH LOSE BIG

Personal Training Get a certified personal trainer to work with you individually or as a group to develop a program based on your needs. You don’t have to be a member to take advantage of our services. Personal training begins with a complimentary consultation to discuss specific health history, current fitness level and specific fitness goals. The trainer will work with individuals to improve cardiovascular fitness, strength, and flexibility. Clients will also receive basic nutrition guidance and innovative fitness routines. Payment options are available if you purchase 10 or more sessions. Call 777-6310 to sign up.

“I’ve been a personal trainer for 11 years. I thoroughly enjoy helping people of all demographics to improve their health. I enjoy varied and fun workouts targeting different muscles each time you work with me.” - Lindsey Bolt

Personal Training Rates:

“My goal is to work with each client individually to best meet their personal fitness goals. I love my job and take great pride in helping those I train to maintain and improve their health.” - Brittany Arner

SESSIONS

ONE HOUR RATE

HALF HOUR RATE

$45/session

$25/session

$42/session

$25/session

20 or more

$39/session

$25/session

“As a health and fitness specialist, I perform weight loss, strength training, and rehabilitation programs. My joy is helping you become healthy and your joy is the results.” - John Russell

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MOVE

GEARING UP FOR NEW CYCLES T

here’s growing excitement throughout Virginia’s Blue Ridge for the sport of cycling! Roanoke County’s master plan for Explore Park calls for a mountain bike skills park to add to the growing list of cycling amenities in our area. Why is it so popular? Cycling provides a healthy aerobic workout, scales to various ability levels, and creates both an individual and group challenge for participants. At Roanoke County Parks, Recreation and Tourism we know that not everyone wants to invest in the equipment and time it takes to hit the road or trail. That’s why we’re expanding indoor cycling options at both Brambleton Center and Green Ridge Recreation Center this fall! One of our fitness instructors Lori Fadorick says cycling ranks among her favorite programs to teach. “It’s all about the FUN factor. I create a playlist with energizing, upbeat music and encourage people to sing along, which also helps you control your breathing. You can see the look of determination on people’s faces and know they’re burning calories. That makes it all worthwhile. Now with the new equipment, participants will be able to race against each other to increase the fun factor. It can be competitive, it can be a group sport and it can be individual…. Whatever you want it to be!”

RoanokeCountyParks.com • (540) 772-PLAY (7-5-2-9)

In addition to their cycling classes at Green Ridge, instructors Lori Fadorick, Nita Chocklett, and Tara Ivins will be energizing a new set of participants at the Brambleton Center in a brand new studio. We’re equipping a room with 11 brand new Keiser M3i cycles, guaranteed for the entire class, allowing participants to use the same bike every class. The cycle studio will display a fun, multi-colored lighting system and a large screen TV to display cycle statistics from each bike. The class will use an Intelligence Projection System that uses Bluetooth Smart technology to transmit rider data to multiple devices at once, allowing riders to use their own apps to collect data, while still participating in the class. The IPS Graphics Generator Unit collects data from every bike in the room, tracks each rider’s performance throughout the class and allows instructors to control intervals and build teams for friendly competition. At the end of each class, riders have an opportunity to see their own ranking in the class, along with their team’s final ranking! You can even have your personal results sent to you using an app or email.

NEW: Spin It to Win It

AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Sep 20-Oct 27

Tu, Th

5:45pm-6:45pm

Brambleton

30665

$120

18+

Nov 1-Dec13

Tu, Th

5:45pm-6:45pm

Brambleton

31164

$120

MOVE

Join the only class in the Valley with a guaranteed bike every class and interactive intelligence system that allows you to compete in teams and retrieve personal statistics! Our instructor will coach you through a fun ride to some rocking music that includes interval training, flat sprints, rolling hills, mountain peaks, endurance rides and race mode intervals. You will be sweating and smiling while achieving your best calorie burn! It’s going to be a cardio blast! Overall fee breaks down to $10 a class. Six week course. Instructor: Nita Chocklett and Tara Ivins.

NEW: Ride for 45 (minutes)

Pack your gym bag (and a healthy lunch) and get moving! Maximize your work day and cycle over lunch in a class designed to get you moving in under an hour. Break a sweat, take a break from the office, and join us in this fun ride with upbeat music. Class will focus on strengthening your seat muscles and improving cardiovascular stamina. Six week course. Cost breaks down to $10 a class. Instructor: Lori Fadorick. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Sep 19-Oct 26

M, W

12:00pm-12:45pm

Brambleton

30689

$120

18+

Oct 31-Dec12

M, W

12:00pm-12:45pm

Brambleton

31166

$120

NEW: Weekend Endurance Ride

The Brambleton Center will host three new classes this Fall: Weekend Endurance Ride, an hour and a half long class on Saturdays at 9:00 am, Spin It to Win It, a pulsepounding, cardio ride on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 5:45 pm and Ride for 45 (minutes), a 45 minute lunchtime class on Mondays and Wednesdays at 12:00 pm. According to Lori, cycling packs a powerful cardio and lower body workout with a tremendous amount of flexibility depending on your fitness goals. “Any fitness level can participate! You make it more or less challenging through your own bike settings, and can easily adjust the resistance level for each song or workout. In a typical 60-minute class you burn anywhere from 600 to 800 calories.” Green Ridge Recreation Center is also getting ready to replace their bikes with 25 of the same interactive Keiser M3i cycles, as part of the biggest equipment upgrade since the facility opened in January, 2010. Stay tuned for details about this exciting news. Now no matter which Roanoke County facility you choose to meet your fitness needs, you’ll be able to cycle your way to better health.

Bring a towel, water bottle and some determination for this hour and a half long cycle ride! Improve your stamina and compliment your current workout routine with this cycle class. Enjoy a class with a guaranteed seat and ride alongside the same cyclists every class. A state of the art cycle intelligence system will track personal statistics and create cycle teams. Eight week course. Cost breaks down to $15 a class. Instructor: Lori Fadorick. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Sep 17-Nov 5

11:00am-12:30pm

Brambleton

30666

$120

18+

Nov 12-Jan7

11:00am-12:30pm

Brambleton

31165

$120

NEW: Cycle Express

Are you short on time? Only have your lunch break to get in a good workout? Join us for Cycle Express! Nothing beats this intense 45 minute cardio blast on the bike. Instructor: Bob Hartman. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

MEMBER

18+

Sep 7-28

12:15pm-1:00pm

Green Ridge

30781

$25

18+

Oct 5-26

12:15pm-1:00pm

Green Ridge

30782

$25

18+

Nov 2-23

12:15pm-1:00pm

Green Ridge

30783

$25

18+

Nov 30-Dec 21

12:15pm-1:00pm

Green Ridge

31183

$25

Ride n’ Reps

Do you love cycling and weight training? Did you just answer YES! Then, Ride n’ Reps is for you! Ride n’ Reps is everything you love about cycling with the addition of upper body weight training and muscle sculpting! AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

MEMBER

18+

Sep 2-23

9:30am-10:25am

Green Ridge

30719

$25

18+

Sep 30-Oct 21

9:30am-10:25am

Green Ridge

30720

$25

18+

Oct 28-Nov 18

9:30am-10:25am

Green Ridge

30721

$25

18+

Nov 25-Dec 16

9:30am-10:25am

Green Ridge

31034

$25

Explore Recreation Magazine • Fall 2016

Not sure which workout is right for you? Check the intensity scale to help decide if you’re up to the challenge.

Adult

MOVE

Xtreme Boot Camp

Come ready to work! Extreme bootcamp will challenge your limits and unlock your fitness potential. You will utilize body weight exercises with interval training and strength training, in a variety of formats and class styles designed to maximize your aerobic and anaerobic fitness. Class will be held outside when weather is nice. Instructor: Lori Fadorick. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

MEMBER

18+

Aug 23-Sep 13

Tu Th

5:30pm-6:25pm 6:30pm-7:25pm

Green Ridge

30261

$40

18+

Sep 6-29

Tu Th

5:30pm-6:25pm 6:30pm-7:25pm

Green Ridge

30714

$40

18+

Oct 4-27

Tu Th

5:30pm-6:25pm 6:30pm-7:25pm

Green Ridge

30715

$40

18+

Nov 1-24

Tu Th

5:30pm-6:25pm 6:30pm-7:25pm

Green Ridge

30765

$40

18+

Nov 29-Dec 22

Tu Th

5:30pm-6:25pm 6:30pm-7:25pm

Green Ridge

30766

$40

Cardio Jam

Fun, Dance and High Energy music is what Cardio Jam is all about! The upbeat music and easy to follow dance moves will burn calories and make your workout tons of fun. It’s easy, effective and totally energizing! Instructor: Pam Butler. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

MEMBER

18+

Sep 6-29

Tu Th

5:30pm-6:25pm 6:30pm-7:25pm

Green Ridge

30747

$40

18+

Oct 4-27

Tu Th

5:30pm-6:25pm 6:30pm-7:25pm

Green Ridge

30748

$40

18+

Nov 1-24

Tu Th

5:30pm-6:25pm 6:30pm-7:25pm

Green Ridge

30749

$40

18+

Nov 29-Dec 22

Tu Th

5:30pm-6:25pm 6:30pm-7:25pm

Green Ridge

30750

$40

Fitness Fight Club

The first rule of Fitness Fight Club is tell all your friends about fight club! The Green Ridge exclusive program consists of a warm-up, a three part workout, and a cool down. Participants will learn punches, kicks, and strikes while using boxing gloves to strike boxing pads simulating striking a real target. Instructors: Lori Fadorick and Cecelia McKee. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

Low Intensity

High Intensity

Medium Intensity

Barre

Barre is a total body conditioning, strengthening, and lengthening class blending together ballet, Pilates, and light weights. You will focus on form, precision, fluidity, and small isometric movements. Each class will consist of a variety of exercises and movements placing an emphasis on the core, seat, thighs, and arms. If you’re ready for a fun, invigorating no impact class which delivers maximum results then Barre is for you! Instructor varies. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Sep 4-25

1:00pm-1:55pm

Green Ridge

30763

$25

18+

Oct 5-26

4:30pm-5:25pm

Green Ridge

30756

$25

18+

Oct 2-23

1:00pm-1:55pm

Green Ridge

30757

$25

18+

Oct 30-Nov 20

1:00pm-1:55pm

Green Ridge

30759

$25

18+

Nov 2-23

4:30pm-5:25pm

Green Ridge

30758

$25

18+

Nov 27-Dec 18

1:00pm-1:55pm

Green Ridge

30764

$25

18+

Nov 30-Dec 21

4:30pm-5:25pm

Green Ridge

30760

$25

NEW: Pilates & Barre

This low impact, effective program firms, lengthens, and shapes muscles to their optimal form! We start with warm-up exercises and stretches based in Pilates, then we use light hand weights for toning the upper body, followed by highly effective deep tissue concentrated exercises to work the thighs and seat. We will finish with abdominal- targeting mat work. You will feel new strength, increased flexibility, and more graceful. Twelve class program. Instructor: Heather Richardson. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+ 18+

Sep 12-Oct 21

M, F

10:30am-11:30am

Brambleton

30980

$60

Sep 13-Oct 20

Tu, Th

12:00pm-1:00pm

Brambleton

30981

$60

Body Pump Express™ by Les Mills

BODY PUMP by Les Mills is the original barbell class that strengthens your entire body. This 45-minute workout challenges all your major muscle groups by using the best weight-room exercises like squats, presses, lifts and curls. Great music, awesome instructors, and your choice of weight inspire you to get the results you came for...and fast! Instructor: Anne Lavery.

MEMBER

AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

MEMBER

18+

Sep 2-23

5:30pm-6:25pm

Green Ridge

30716

$25

18+

Sep 6-29

Tu, Th

12:15pm-1:00pm

Green Ridge

30753

$40

18+

Sep 30-Oct 21

5:30pm-6:25pm

Green Ridge

30717

$25

18+

Oct 4-27

Tu, Th

12:15pm-1:00pm

Green Ridge

30754

$40

18+

Oct 28-Nov 18

5:30pm-6:25pm

Green Ridge

30718

$25

18+

Nov 1-24

Tu, Th

12:15pm-1:00pm

Green Ridge

30755

$40

18+

Nov 25-Dec 16

5:30pm-6:25pm

Green Ridge

31028

$25

18+

Nov 29-Dec 22

Tu, Th

12:15pm-1:00pm

Green Ridge

31031

$40

Nia

Try one of the most innovative and safe cardiovascular programs around. It let’s you bop to the beat without jarring your joints and is a great workout for men and women of all ages and fitness levels. It will pump your heart, lubricate your joints, release tension and enhance your balance. Nia uses gentle yet powerful movements that blend dance with martial arts, yoga and other techniques. Eight class program. For this session, classes are on September 12, 19, 26, October 3, 10, 17, 31, November 14. Instructor: Laura Pole.

MEMBER

AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Sep 12-Nov 14

5:30pm-6:30pm

Brambleton

30658

$38

RoanokeCountyParks.com • (540) 772-PLAY (7-5-2-9)

Adult

NEW: Zumba Toning

AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

MOVE

The Zumba® Toning Program utilizes an innovative muscle training protocol with the addition of lightweight toning sticks or dumbbells. Created to emphasize muscle work along with rhythms, this combination of cardio and resistive exercises is an effective use of progressive light weight training to improve overall performance. Four week program.

NEVER MISS A CHANCE TO DANCE!

MEMBER

18+

Aug 24-Sep 14

10:30am-11:15am

Green Ridge

30348

$25

18+

Sep 7-28

10:30am-11:15am

Green Ridge

30777

$25

18+

Oct 5-26

10:30am-11:15am

Green Ridge

30778

$25

18+

Nov 2-23

10:30am-11:15am

Green Ridge

30779

$25

18+

Nov 30-Dec 21

10:30am-11:15am

Green Ridge

30780

$25

Zumba®

Zumba® Fitness is an explosive workout combining the motivating fusion of Latin and international music with unique moves and dynamic combinations allowing participants to dance away their worries. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

MEMBER

18+

Aug 24-Sep 14

6:30pm-7:25pm

Green Ridge

30311

$25

18+

Sep 3-24

9:30am-10:25am

Green Ridge

30768

$25

18+

Sep 7-28

6:30pm-7:25pm

Green Ridge

30773

$25

18+

Oct 1-22

9:30am-10:25am

Green Ridge

30769

$25

18+

Oct 5-26

6:30pm-7:25pm

Green Ridge

30770

$25

18+

Oct 29-Nov 19

9:30am-10:25am

Green Ridge

30772

$25

18+

Nov 2-23

6:30pm-7:25pm

Green Ridge

30771

$25

18+

Nov 26-Dec 17

9:30am-10:25am

Green Ridge

31037

$25

18+

Nov 30-Dec 21

6:30pm-7:25pm

Green Ridge

31038

$25

Zumba Gold® Want to feel the excitement of the popular Latin dance-exercise program geared to beginner or older adult participants? If you answered yes, join us for Zumba Gold! Created to emphasize the basic steps of ZUMBA, this feel-happy program is so easy to follow that everyone of all ages can do it. Green Ridge Instructors vary. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

MEMBER

18+

Sep 5-26

4:30pm-5:25pm

Green Ridge

30774

$25

18+

Oct 3-24

4:30pm-5:25pm

Green Ridge

30775

$25

18+

Oct 31-Nov 21

4:30pm-5:25pm

Green Ridge

30776

$25

18+

Nov 28-Dec 19

4:30pm-5:25pm

Green Ridge

31043

$25

Core Worx

Time to get toned in 45 minutes! Core Worx hones in on all the muscles from your shoulders to knees specifically targeting your abdominals. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

MEMBER

18+

Sep 7-28

5:30pm-6:15pm

Green Ridge

30710

$25

18+

Oct 5-26

5:30pm-6:15pm

Green Ridge

30711

$25

18+

Nov 2-23

5:30pm-6:15pm

Green Ridge

30712

$25

18+

Nov 30-Dec 21

5:30pm-6:15pm

Green Ridge

31050

$25

Explore Recreation Magazine • Fall 2016

Not sure which workout is right for you? Check the intensity scale to help decide if you’re up to the challenge.

Adult

MOVE

Dance For Your Life

Come move to your favorite hits of the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s while burning calories, improving muscle tone, strengthening, building endurance and working on balance in this low impact cardio class. This fun class is great for all fitness levels, no dance experience required! Instructor: Patricia Placona. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Sep 8-Oct 27

11:00am-12:00pm

Brambleton

30623

$55

Total Body Workout

STABLE AND STRONG! Increase your energy level. Improve your cardio fitness. Lose body fat. Strengthen, sculpt and tone your muscles. Instructor: Anthony Bryant. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Sep 12-Oct 31

5:30pm-6:30pm

Brambleton

30163

$35

18+

Nov 7-Dec 19

5:30pm-6:30pm

Brambleton

30612

$30

Jazzercise®

Jazzercise is a pulse-pounding, beat-pumping fitness program that gets you results fast. It’s a calorie-torching, hip swiveling, Shakira’d-be-proud dance party with a hot playlist to distract you from the burn. These sessions are not prorated. Ten week program. Instructor: Cindy Bryan.

Please Note for course #31171: For this session only, payment cannot be taken in advance for this course. Please enroll and you will be charged the first day of the program- December 22, 2016. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Sep 19-Nov 21

5:30pm-6:30pm

Brambleton

30629

$43

18+

Aug 19-Oct 21

5:30pm-6:30pm

Brambleton

30628

$43

18+

Oct 6-Dec 15

6:35pm-7:35pm

Brambleton

30627

$43

18+

Oct 28-Jan 13

5:30pm-6:30pm

Brambleton

31172

$43

18+

Nov 28-Feb 6

5:30pm-6:30pm

Brambleton

31170

$43

18+

Dec 22-Feb 23

6:35pm-7:35pm

Brambleton

31171

$43

Jazzersculpt®

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

18+

Aug 17-Oct 19

6:30pm-7:30pm

Brambleton

30630

$43

18+

Oct 26-Jan 4

6:30pm-7:30pm

Brambleton

31174

$43

Are you in need of a class to help you improve your endurance, strength, balance and flexibility with low impact? If so, Fit For Life is for you! Joint friendly exercises, light weights and various equipment will be used in seated and standing exercises, to fun music, in an encouraging environment for all fitness levels. AGES

DATE

RoanokeCountyParks.com • (540) 772-PLAY (7-5-2-9)

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

MEMBER

18+

Aug 30-Sep 22

Tu, Th

9:00am-9:45am

Green Ridge

30707

$35

Sep 27-Oct 20

Tu, Th

9:00am-9:45am

Green Ridge

30708

$35

18+

Oct 25-Nov 17

Tu, Th

9:00am-9:45am

Green Ridge

30709

$35

18+

Nov 22-Dec 15

Tu, Th

9:00am-9:45am

Green Ridge

31053

$35

Back in Shape

Grab a chair, mat, and weights and be ready to improve your strength, balance, flexibility, and posture. A step up from Fit For Life, Back in Shape includes floor exercises in addition to seated and standing exercises. You will improve functional fitness for daily activities in a fun and encouraging environment. AGES

DATE

18+

Aug 30-Sep 22

Tu, Th

11:00am-11:45am

18+

Sep 27-Oct 20

Tu, Th

11:00am-11:45am

18+

Oct 25-Nov 17

Tu, Th

11:00am-11:45am

18+

Nov 22-Dec 15

Tu, Th

11:00am-11:45am

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

MEMBER

Green Ridge

30700

$35

Green Ridge

30701

$35

Green Ridge

30702

$35

Green Ridge

31056

$35

Dancercise

Dancercise is a 30 minute seated class great for those who want a fun and easy way to exercise all awhile increasing mobility and confidence. You will leave ready to move and groove throughout the rest of your day! Instructor: Anne Lavery. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

MEMBER

18+

Sep 2-23

10:30am-11:00am

Green Ridge

30697

$25

18+

Sep 30-Oct 21

10:30am-11:00am

Green Ridge

30698

$25

18+

Oct 28-Nov 18

10:30am-11:00am

Green Ridge

30699

$25

18+

Nov 25-Dec 16

10:30am-11:00am

Green Ridge

31059

$25

Sign up for unlimited Jazzercise and Jazzersculpt classes for just $105. Register online using course #30631 or #31173 or call (540) 772-7529 to get this special rate.

DAY

18+

FEE

UNLIMITED!

High Intensity

Medium Intensity

Fit for Life

Experience the Jazzercise version of toning and strengthening, focusing on endurance and flexibility. You will use hand weights and do some mat work to get yourself in shape! Ten week program. Instructor: Cindy Bryan. AGES

Low Intensity

Adult

Never Stop Moving

AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

30+

Aug 30-Oct 20

Tu, Th

9:00am-10:00am

Brambleton

30626

$56

30+

Oct 25-Dec 27

Tu, Th

9:00am-10:00am

Brambleton

31168

$56

MOVE

Begin your morning with this low impact fitness class, designed to blend standing and seated exercises to improve endurance, strength and balance. The class will increase heart rate through gentle exercises and will end with seated poses to improve flexibility and posture. Enjoy fun music and good company in this class created for active adults. Eight week class. Instructor: Jane Powell.

KEEP MOVING AND SHAKING WITH GREAT CLASSES AT THE BRAMBLETON CENTER!

Low Impact Aerobics

Improve your stamina and cardiovascular health all while you strengthen and tone your upper and lower body muscles! Low impact aerobics is great for all fitness levels. Fees for sessions already in progress will be prorated. Ten week program. Instructor: Jane Powell. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Aug 9-Oct 13

Tu, Th

5:30pm-6:30pm

Brambleton

30625

$56

18+

Oct 18-Jan 3

Tu,Th

5:30pm-6:30pm

Brambleton

31167

$56

Body Enrichment

Exercise at a pace you can handle! Starting in a seated position, Body Enrichment is designed for women and men who want to increase their energy and improve balance and coordination. This all-around fitness class is for the student who wants to get involved in a program that is fun, successful and results oriented. Instructor: Sarah Linkous. For course #30636: We will only have one offering from 10-11 am. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

30+

Aug 15-Oct 10

M, W, F

10:00am-11:00am

Brambleton

30636

$53

30+

Oct 17-Dec 14

M, W, F

9:30am-10:30am

Brambleton

31175

$53

30+

Oct 17-Dec 14

M, W, F

10:40am-11:40am

Brambleton

31176

$53

T’ai Chi (T’ai Chi Chuan)

Originally developed as a Martial Art for self defense, T’ai Chi is a non-competitive, self-paced system of gentle physical exercise and dynamic stretching. It is sometimes described as ‘Meditation in Motion’ because it promotes serenity through gentle movements; connecting the mind, body and spirit through a sequence of blissful postures. The class consists of slow intentional movements, incorporating breathing and mindful imagery. Its goals are to relax, strengthen, connect the physical body and mind, enhance the natural flow of Chi (life force), and improve one’s health. Six week program at the Brambleton Center. Instructor: Denis Spencer or Tess Post. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Sep 20-Oct 25

9:30am-10:30am

Brambleton

30619

$42

18+

Sep 21-Oct 26

5:30pm-6:30pm

Brambleton

30618

$42

18+

Sep 5-30

M, W, F

11:15am-12:10pm

Green Ridge

30738

$70

18+

Oct 3-28

M, W, F

11:15am-12:10pm

Green Ridge

30739

$70

18+

Oct 31-Nov 25

M, W, F

11:15am-12:10pm

Green Ridge

30740

$70

18+

Nov 28-Dec 23

M, W, F

11:15am-12:10pm

Green Ridge

30741

$70

Explore Recreation Magazine • Fall 2016

Mental Wellness

Adult

MOVE

NEW: Beginner Meditation

Learn how meditation can help you relax, quiet the mind and body and provide tools that help you gain greater focus. Emphasis will be on breathing techniques as well as methods to calm the mind and turn off the daily stress we all face. Meditation is simple and easy to learn and the benefits are immediate and long lasting. This is a beginning course designed for those new to the practice of meditation. Four week program. Instructor: Angie Kayte. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

30+

Oct 5-26

6:00pm-7:00pm

Brambleton

30663

$32

NEW: Meditation Practice

This class is for those who have taken Beginner Meditation or are currently involved in a regular meditation practice on their own. We’ll continue to explore ways to relive stress and anxiety, focusing on mindfulness and breathwork. Come and spend an hour in a calming environment and reignite your desire for inner peace! Four week program. Instructor: Angie Kayte. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

30+

Oct 5-26

7:30pm-8:30pm

Brambleton

30979

$32

NEW: Stress Reduction Through Mindfulness

Looking to reduce the stress and strife in your life? MindfulnessBased Stress Reduction programs provide practical techniques to better manage stress, chronic illness, pain and stressful life events. Learn how to improve present moment awareness, identify physical triggers and generate positive thinking during this six week course. Several approaches to meditation (that you can use at home!) will be taught and techniques for managing difficult emotions, pain, and improving communication with others will be practiced. Six week course. Instructor: Dr. Mary Ann Koch. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Sep 21-Oct 26

12:00pm-1:30pm

Brambleton

30648

$60

MEDITATE YOUR WAY TO MINDFULNESS. INSTRUCTORS WILL GUIDE YOU THROUGH EVERY STEP.

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Adult

Yoga

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DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

MEMBER

18+

Sep 15-Dec 8

6:00pm-7:00pm

Brambleton

30635

$66

n/a

18+

Oct 10-Jan 9

6:00pm-7:00pm

Brambleton

29422

$66

n/a

18+

Oct 10-Jan 9

7:05pm-8:05pm

Brambleton

30194

$66

n/a

18+

Sep 2-23

8:30am-9:25am

Green Ridge

30731

$25

18+

Sep 4-25

3:30pm-4:25pm

Green Ridge

30734

$25

18+

Sep 5-26

8:30am-9:25am

Green Ridge

30728

$25

18+

Sep 30-Oct 21

8:30am-9:25am

Green Ridge

30732

$25

18+

Oct 2-23

3:30pm-4:25pm

Green Ridge

30735

$25

18+

Oct 3-24

8:30am-9:25am

Green Ridge

30729

$25

18+

Oct 28-Nov 18

8:30am-9:25am

Green Ridge

30733

$25

18+

Oct 30-Nov 20

3:30pm-4:25pm

Green Ridge

30736

$25

18+

Oct 31-Nov 21

8:30am-9:25am

Green Ridge

30730

$25

18+

Nov 25-Dec 16

8:30am-9:25am

Green Ridge

31063

$25

18+

Nov 27-Dec 18

3:30pm-4:25pm

Green Ridge

30737

$25

18+

Nov 28-Dec 19

8:30am-9:25am

Green Ridge

31062

$25

Pilates

Lay down your gym mat and get ready to do a series of movements to stabilize, strengthen, and lengthen your core. Based on the principals of Joseph Pilates, this class can change the way your body looks, feels, and performs. Pilates builds strength without bulk, creates a sleek, toned body, and improves flexibility. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

MEMBER

18+

Sep 5-26

6:30pm-7:25pm

Green Ridge

30722

$25

18+

Oct 3-24

6:30pm-7:25pm

Green Ridge

30723

$25

18+

Oct 31-Nov 21

6:30pm-7:25pm

Green Ridge

30724

$25

18+

Nov 28-Dec 19

6:30pm-7:25pm

Green Ridge

31072

$25

Refresher Weekend Yoga

Start your weekend with Saturday morning yoga feeling renewed, restored, and refreshed! Gentle and easy yoga stretches perfect for the first time yoga student, beginner, and continuing student. Enhance health, well being, and awareness of body, mind, and breath. Increase flexibility, calm the mind, and experience a welcomed sense of peace and joy! Ten week program. Instructor: Rhonda Banner.

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Experience the link between mindful body movement and breath all the while building heat, endurance, flexibility, and strength in a supportive environment. Instructors often build the class around sun salutations and weave together poses which can inspire physical, energetic, mental, intuitive, and pure bliss states of consciousness. Appropriate for beginners as well as those with an ongoing practice. 4, 10 and 12 week course options. Instructor at Brambleton: Trudi Mardian. Instructors at Green Ridge vary.

Gentle, Flowing, Restorative Yoga

Are you interested in learning about Yoga but donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know where to begin? This class combines a variety of forms including Osteo, Restorative, and Hatha Yoga to allow your body to stretch with a flowing movement and ease. This is an excellent class for those starting out in Yoga or for those who enjoy a slower, gentler, stretch. Morning classes are taught by Rhonda Banner, Ten week; evening classes are taught by Trudi Mardian. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Sep 15-Dec 8

18+

Oct 4-Dec 13

7:05pm-8:05pm

Brambleton

30634

$66

9:30am-10:30am

Brambleton

30632

$55

18+ 18+

Oct 4-Dec 13

10:45am-11:45am

Brambleton

30677

$55

Oct 6-Dec 15

9:30am-10:30am

Brambleton

30633

$55

Mid Week Yoga Flow

Boost your mid-week energy and feel energized and refreshed in this yoga flow-style class. This class will lengthen muscles, provide overall toning, and raise heart rate, as you move from one asana (pose) to another. This class includes physical poses and breathing techniques, as well as enhancing focus and flexibility. Additionally, it incorporates a brief meditation and deep relaxation at the end of class, which will leave the mind and body feeling refreshed and restored. Ten week program. Instructor: Rhonda Banner. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Oct 5-Dec 14

5:45pm-6:45pm

Brambleton

30678

$55

Simple Integral Yoga

Easy gentle yoga poses to help you unwind and feel great! Increase flexibility, balance, and focus. Enjoy stretching, breathing, meditation, and deep relaxation. Quiet the mind, renew the spirit, and end the day with peace and joy. This class is good for new and continuing students. Ten week program. Instructor: Rhonda Banner.

AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

AGES

DATE

DAY

18+

Oct 8-Dec 17

10:15am-11:15am

Brambleton

30679

$55

18+

Oct 3-Dec 12

18+

Oct 5-Dec 14

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

4:30pm-5:30pm

Brambleton

30676

$55

4:30pm-5:30pm

Brambleton

30675

$55

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Beginner Yoga

New to Yoga? You can begin your practice here. You will discover how your breath can ease not only your mind but lengthen and strengthen your muscles. Together, you will work with the instructor on breath control, sun salutations, poses, and meditation. You will leave feeling renewed, relaxed, and re-energized. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

MEMBER

18+

Sep 7-28

7:30pm-8:25pm

Green Ridge

30725

$25

18+

Oct 5-26

7:30pm-8:25pm

Green Ridge

30726

$25

18+

Nov 2-23

7:30pm-8:25pm

Green Ridge

30727

$25

18+

Nov 30-Dec 21

7:30pm-8:25pm

Green Ridge

31075

$25

Yogilates

A mix of elements from yoga and pilates is used to create a workout that relieves stress, helps to gain coordination and balance, lose weight, and relax all at the same time. Ten week program. Restorative Yoga Certified instructor: Patricia Placona. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Sep 7-Nov 9

9:00am-10:00am

Brambleton

30621

$55

18+

Sep 12-Nov 14

5:00pm-6:00pm

Brambleton

30622

$55

18+

Nov 16-Jan 18

9:00am-10:00am

Brambleton

31118

$55

18+

Nov 21-Feb 6

5:00pm-6:00pm

Brambleton

31119

$55

NEW: Power Basics

Power yoga is an active style of yoga, designed to elevate heart rate with calorie-burning poses and create heat in the body. This class will cover the basics of power yoga, creating a foundation for the beginning power yoga student. This style of yoga aims to increase endurance and stamina, and places a special emphasis on core strengthening, making it a great compliment to your current workout or gentle yoga practice. Beginners welcome! Six week class. Instructor: Abby Reed. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Oct 18-Nov 22

6:00pm-6:45pm

Brambleton

31113

$35

Weekend Yoga Flow

Start your weekend feeling energized and refreshed in this yoga flow-style class. This class will lengthen muscles, provide overall toning, and raise heart rate, as you move from one asana (pose) to another. This class includes physical poses and breathing techniques, as well as enhancing focus and flexibility. Additionally, this class incorporates a brief meditation and deep relaxation at the end of class, which will leave the mind and body feeling refreshed and restored. Ten week program. Instructor: Rhonda Banner.

AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Oct 8-Dec 17

11:30am-12:30pm

Brambleton

30680

$55

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Practical Yoga for Men

Compliment your current workout or sport with this specially designed yoga class for men. Poses will focus on muscles to increase mobility in the hamstrings, shoulders, hips, lower back and more. Feel energized, stretched and toned after this 45 minute practice. This is a class for all skill levels, beginners welcome. Six week course. Instructor: Abby Reed. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Sep 6-Oct 11

5:45pm-6:30pm

Brambleton

30639

$35

Chair Assisted Yoga

If you’ve wanted to try yoga, but feel you can’t get up and down easily, this class is for you! Improve balance, posture, coordination and memory, improve muscle tone, reduce stress and learn relaxation techniques. No need to get on the floor, no experience necessary. Restorative Yoga Certified instructor: Patricia Placona. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Oct 3-Dec 5

M, Th

10:00am-11:00am

Brambleton

30624

$64

18+

Dec 12-Feb 13

M,Th

10:00am-11:00am

Brambleton

31193

$64

Fundamental Pilates

A system of body weight exercises that strengthens and stretches the body and improves tone and posture. This class focuses on breathing and flexibility, concentrating on precision movements which flow to create a balanced body that feels and looks good. Ten week program. Instructor: Patricia Placona. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Aug 23-Oct 27

Tu, Th

5:30pm-6:30pm

Brambleton

30649

$56

18+

Nov 1-Jan 10

Tu, Th

5:30pm-6:30pm

Brambleton

31169

$56

NEW: Revitalize & Renew Local Yoga Retreat

Renew your mind, body, and soul during this special yoga retreat, situated in a rustic, homey cabin in Roanoke’s Walrond Park. Walrond Park boasts panoramic vistas and a 2/3 mile walking path loop around a serene pond. Learn and practice meditation, gentle yoga, deep relaxation, guided meditation, and breathing techniques to help quiet your mind, relax your body, and restore your soul. Enjoy delicious refreshments to energize and nourish your body. Participate in practices to help you connect with your authentic self and create space in your life for greater peace, joy, and inner calm. Cost includes all materials, refreshments and snacks. Treat yourself special and give yourself the gift of this beautiful yoga retreat. All levels welcome! Instructor: Rhonda Banner. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Sep 26

9:30am-12:30pm

Walrond Park

30823

$45

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Join us for this total body fitness program moms can do with their babies! Your walk with your little one will include intervals of strength training and toning exercises and of course fun songs! This program is dedicated to helping moms get fit while bonding with their babies. Instructor: Tina Hutton. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

MEMBER

18+

Sep 6-27

10:00am-10:45am

Green Ridge

31019

$35

$25

18+

Oct 4-25

10:00am-10:45am

Green Ridge

31020

$35

$25

18+

Nov 1-22

10:00am-10:45am

Green Ridge

31021

$35

$25

Prestige Gymnastics for Moms & Tots

Mom and Tots bond over a 45-minute gymnastics class for the younger participants. This program caters to the one and two year olds but welcomes three year olds as well! Parent participation is required. Your little ones will be improving their balance, coordination, and motor skills while socializing with other kiddos and parents!

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DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

1-3

Aug 20

9:00am-9:45am

Green Ridge

30478

$10

1-3

Sep 10

9:00am-9:45am

Green Ridge

30479

$10

1-2

Oct 8

9:00am-9:30am

Green Ridge

31148

1-2

Nov 12

9:00am-9:30am

Green Ridge

31149

1-2

Dec 3

9:00am-9:30am

Green Ridge

31150

Healthy Harvest

Want to celebrate the upcoming holidays in a healthful way? If yes, join us for Healthy Harvest! You will learn buffet strategies, meal tips, and recipe substitutions. Instructor Tara Ivins, Certified Health Coach, will teach you how to tastefully reduce your calories and stress during the holiday season. AGES

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DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

MEMBER

12+

Oct 4-25

6:00pm-6:50pm

Green Ridge

31017

$35

$25

12+

Oct 8-29

10:30am-11:20am

Green Ridge

31018

$35

$25

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Yo u t h

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Prestige Gymnastics for Preschoolers

AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

3-5 3-5

Aug 20

10:00am-11:00am

Green Ridge

30484

$15

Sep 10

10:00am-11:00am

Green Ridge

30485

$15

3-4

Oct 8

9:45am-10:45am

Green Ridge

31152

$15

3-4

Nov 12

9:45am-10:45am

Green Ridge

31153

$15

3-4

Dec 3

9:45am-10:45am

Green Ridge

31154

$15

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Preschool gymnastics classes at Green Ridge are filled with obstacle courses, tunnels, and exciting lesson plans, but your time spent with us is not all fun and games. Not only are they JAM-PACKED with fun, new activities in each class, they offer extensive physical work on balance, coordination, and motor skills. Sounds great, right? I’m not done yet! Our instructors are instilling intellectual learning into each class! Your little tots will be counting, using shapes, colors, sounds, music, and engaging all 5 senses! We haven’t forgotten about good listening skills! Our most asked question by parents is, ‘What can a 3 year old really do at gymnastics? ’ The answer is, ‘LOTS’, let us show you!

School Age Gymnastics

Each and every gymnast in our recreational program receives multitudes of one-on-one attention! This class boosts selfesteem and confidence as each gymnast will soon see their skills improving and bodies toning. We give our gymnasts big goals and encourage them to push themselves to succeed! Although this gymnastics class is not being held in an actual gymnastics facility, we will continue to be extremely goal oriented as we work balance, tumbling, coordination and more! Our classes are based off of USAG curriculum and mixed in with fun and effective drills. These classes will be training on a multitude of equipment. Our Beginner Program at Green Ridge is an entry level class that introduces the wonderful sport of gymnastics and builds up basic skills so one day we can move to a more advanced class! AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

5-12

Aug 20

11:30am-12:30pm

Green Ridge

30490

$15

5-12

Sep 10

11:30am-12:30pm

Green Ridge

30491

$15

5-12

Oct 8

11:00am-12:00pm

Green Ridge

31160

$15

5-12

Nov 12

11:00am-12:00pm

Green Ridge

31161

$15

5-12

Dec 3

11:00am-12:00pm

Green Ridge

31162

$15

Kid Fit

A fun and challenging fitness class for those seeking to improve overall fitness or increase athletic performance. Combines games, dance movements, core work, aerobics and partnering with a light stretch warm up and cool down. This is an encouraging and challenging class with a focus on body awareness and proper form. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

MEMBER

4-8

Sep 8-29

10:00am-10:45am

Green Ridge

30694

$25

9-13

Sep 8-29

5:30pm-6:15pm

Green Ridge

30691

$25

4-8

Oct 6-27

10:00am-10:45am

Green Ridge

30695

$25

9-13

Oct 6-27

5:30pm-6:15pm

Green Ridge

30692

$25

4-8

Nov 3-24

10:00am-10:45am

Green Ridge

30696

$25

9-13

Nov 3-24

5:30pm-6:15pm

Green Ridge

30693

$25

4-8

Dec 1-22

10:00am-10:45am

Green Ridge

31022

$25

9-13

Dec 1-22

5:30pm-6:15pm

Green Ridge

31025

$25

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Martial Arts

Yo u t h

Athletics Clinics

Adult

Japanese Karate

AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

6-9

Sep 13-Oct 18

6:30pm-7:30pm

Green Ridge

30876

$85

10+

Sep 13-Oct 18

7:30pm-8:30pm

Green Ridge

30877

$85

6-9

Oct 25-Nov 29

6:30pm-7:30pm

Green Ridge

31191

$85

10+

Oct 25-Nov 29

7:30pm-8:30pm

Green Ridge

31192

$85

Aikido

A Japanese martial art teaching self defense using efficient body movements, not strength, to redirect the force of an attack and diffusing it. Increase awareness, flexibility, and balance. Train your body and mind with movement, breathing, and meditative exercise helping you learn principals that are practical for self defense as well as daily life. Instructor: Eric Goodbar. Please Note for courses in December: For these sessions only, payment cannot be taken in advance for the courses. Please enroll and you will be charged the first day of the program. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Aug 29-Dec 19

6:30pm-8:30pm

Green Ridge

30554

$40

18+

Aug 31-Dec 21

6:45pm-8:45pm

Green Ridge

30555

$40

18+

Sep 1-Dec 22

6:45pm-8:45pm

Brambleton

30530

$40

18+

Sep 3-Dec 24

9:30am-11:30am

Brambleton

30529

$40

18+

Dec 26-Apr 17

6:30pm-8:30pm

Green Ridge

30935

$40

18+

Dec 28-Apr 19

6:45pm-8:45pm

Green Ridge

30936

$40

18+

Dec 29-Apr 20

6:45pm-8:45pm

Brambleton

30615

$40

18+

Dec 31-Apr 22

9:30am-11:30am

Brambleton

30614

$40

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Adult

NEW: Strength is a Skill

Do you want to take your strength training to the next level? Join Matt Gary and his wife Suzanne Hartwig-Gary of Supreme Sports and Performance Training, Inc. as they explain strength as a skill rather than a by-product of training. Three main lifts will be the focus of this seminar, squat, bench press and deadlift, a detailed biomechanical analysis of each lift will be presented followed by demonstrations and training sessions. Matt is a 20 year veteran of competitive powerlifting, USAPL coaching committee chairman and USAPL Senior International Coach, Suzanne “Sioux-Z” has been a competitive powerlifter for over 20 years and is a USAPL Hall of Fame member. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Nov 5

9:00am-5:00pm

Green Ridge

31111

$325

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Self-discipline, confidence, coordination, awareness, improved memory & focus, and how to protect oneself against a verbal or physical attack if needed are lessons in a structured class of Karate. Learn to use the mind as well as the body to resolve conflict. Karate is a sport that one can do at any age. It is great for kids as well as adults. Many adults have taken karate earlier in their lives. It is time to start back-all levels welcome. This is a light contact class. We work with many people with physical limitations. Instructor David Ginnings. Six week class.

Beginning Fencing

Foil, Feint and Parry are just a few of the fencing terms you will learn. This course is designed to introduce complete beginners to modern Olympic-style Fencing. It will include a brief history of the sport, specific stretching and drill work, regular instruction periods, and weekly fencing bouts with classmates. Six week program. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

11-17

Sep 15-Oct 20

6:00pm-8:00pm

Green Ridge

31003

$80

Intermediate Fencing

Continue learning about the great art of Fencing. This course is designed for those that complete the beginner Fencing course. It will include a brief history of the sport, specific stretching and drill work, regular instruction periods,and weekly fencing bouts with classmates. Six week program. Classes are for teens only at this time. However both teens and adult experienced fencers (those that have had previous instruction) are invited to enroll in open fencing hour. Instructor: Brandon Minter. Brandon has created and serves as head coach to the Liberty University’s Men’s and Women’s Fencing Teams. He also serves as a Virginia Fencing Division Board Member and is a United States Fencing Association Professional Member and Referee for tournaments. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

11-17

Oct 27-Dec 1

6:00pm-8:00pm

Green Ridge

31004

$80

NEW: Open Fencing Hours

Do you want to work on your skills further during open practice time? Check out our new open fencing hour on Thursdays this Fall. Participants must have had previous fencing instruction (both teens and adults) or currently enrolled. There will be no instruction during this hour. Instructor: Brandon Minter. Brandon has created and serves as head coach to the Liberty University’s Men’s and Women’s Fencing Teams. He also serves as a Virginia Fencing Division Board Member and is a United States Fencing Association Professional Member and Referee for tournaments. Six week program. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

11+

Sep 15-Oct 20

8:00pm-9:00pm

Green Ridge

31186

$35

11+

Oct 27-Dec 1

8:00pm-9:00pm

Green Ridge

31187

$35

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NEW: PLAYer Classes at The First Tee

PLAYer level classes introduce playing the game of golf with special emphasis on learning The First Tee Code of Conduct, appreciating the rules of etiquette of the game, and The First Tee Nine Core Values and Nine Healthy Habits. As a group, juniors will learn game enhancing golf skills and character building life skills in a social environment that is both fun and safe. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

7-11

Aug 22-Oct 17

11-17

Aug 22-Oct 17

3:15pm-4:30pm

Golf Course

29869

$100

4:45pm-6:00pm

The First Tee

29871

$100

NEW: Cheer Olympics

Roanoke County’s Cheer Olympics is an opportunity for recreation cheer teams to showcase their skills to other Roanoke Valley teams. Each team will be allowed 3 minutes to perform routines of their choice. Registration is limited to 25 teams so register early. Registration is for teams only. An adult over age 18 must register on behalf of the team. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

6-18

Oct 2

1:00pm-4:00pm

Northside High School

30661

$35

Quick Start Tennis

QuickStart Tennis is a new format to help children seven and under learn and play the game of tennis. To make it easier for them, a few things have changed. The court size. The racquet sizes. The balls. The scoring system. The height of the nets. The changes really work, because now any child between ages 4 and 8 can start playing tennis almost immediately - even if he or she has never picked up a racquet before. Just like other popular youth sports, QuickStart Tennis stresses the importance of actually playing the game of tennis and getting involved in team competition. This means that even more children will have the opportunity to experience this new format, have fun playing with their friends and develop skills that will become the foundation of their game. Fee: $39 and includes all equipment needed, including age appropriate rackets which must be returned. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

4-8

Sep 12-Oct 3

6:00pm-7:00pm

C.Darrell Shell

29528

$39

Roanoke County Parks, Recreation and Tourism offers youth athletics programs in cooperation with local Recreation Clubs. Youth Athletic participants must sign up through the local Recreation Club that serves the child’s area determined by their elementary school. If you have questions about which Recreation Club serves your school area, or if you need more information about various sports offered by each Recreation Club, please contact us at 387-6078 or visit www.roanokecountyparks.com/recclubs. Participants must be a Roanoke County resident or attend Roanoke County Public Schools to be eligible, and must play in their age bracket. Each club will have cut-off dates for sign-ups, so sign-up EARLY! YOUTH TEAM SPORT

SIGN UPS

PRACTICE

GAMES

AGES

Baseball/T-ball

January

April

Late April

6-18

Lacrosse

January

April

Late April

6-18

Softball

January

April

Late April

6-18

Soccer

May/June

August

September

6-18

Football

May/June

August

September

6-12

Flag Football

May/June

August

September

6-11

Cheerleading

May/June

August

September

6-18

Basketball

September

November

January

7-18

YOUTH RECREATION LEAGUE REGISTRATION: Cave Spring American Little League: www.eteamz.com/csall Cave Spring National Little League: www.eteamz.com/csnll Cave Spring Recreation Foundation: www.csrec.org Glenvar Recreation Booster Club: www.glenvaryouthboosters.net Hidden Valley Youth Sports Assoc.: www.hvysa.com Masons Cove Recreation Club: www.mceagles.org Mt. Pleasant Recreation Club: www.mprecreation.com North Roanoke Recreation Club: www.nrrc.net South County Softball League: www.eteamz.com/SouthCountySoftballLeague Valley AFC Soccer (SW County): www.valleyafc.org Vinton Recreation Booster Club: www.vintonboosterclub.com WEATHER CANCELLATION: Call (540) 387-6455 • Press 6 for Youth Team Sports • Press 7 for Adult Team Sports • Press 8 for general program cancellations

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NEW: Little Tykes Basketball

Let’s play ball! The Little Tykes program focuses on developing good players and good sportsmanship. Kids have a chance to learn the fundamentals of basketball through passing, dribbling, shooting and fun skill drills. This skill development program will run for ten weeks, the first four weeks will be practices with the remaining six weeks for game play. Each player will receive a t-shirt, trophy and team picture at the end of the program. AGES

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DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

3-5

Jan 28-Apr 1

9:00am-9:55am

Green Ridge

31126

$75

3-5

Jan 28-Apr 1

10:00am-10:55am

Green Ridge

31127

$75

3-5

Jan 28-Apr 1

11:00am-11:55am

Green Ridge

31128

$75

3-5

Jan 28-Apr 1

12:00pm-12:55pm

Green Ridge

31129

$75

PUNT, PASS & KICK COMPETITION

This competition allows youngsters to showcase their talents in punting, passing and kicking with scores based on distance and accuracy. The top finishers from each age group at this competition will advance to a sectional competition. Each participant must register at nflppk.com we site and present a copy of the participant’s birth certificate during check in. For more information visit www.RoanokeCountyParks.com AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

6-15

Sep 18

9:00am-10:00am

Walrond Park

30660

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LEARN

FROM

BERMUDATO BRAMBLETON

arlos Dowling has been a pottery instructor at the Brambleton Center for six years. The Bermuda native has spent his life around the world, using his talent to create, educate and instruct others in the arts. From Bermuda, to England, to New York City, to Brambleton, this is his story. His passion for art did not begin in pottery, but in sculpting. As a 13-year-old growing up in Bermuda, Dowling was fortunate to earn an apprenticeship under the late Byllee Lang, an awardwinning sculptor from Canada who moved to Bermuda. This old-type apprenticeship, according to Dowling, consisted of working in the studio on a daily basis with Lang. His training continued for five years until Lang’s passing. “She wanted me to have a relationship with clay where I could still get paid and continue my sculpting pursuit,” said Dowling. Lang was instrumental in building Dowling’s passion for pottery. Dowling earned a scholarship, which was set up after his teacher had passed, in her remembrance. He was able to further his education in England at North Staffordshire College of Technology, which had a program in place to teach the managers of big pottery firms. During his time at North Staffordshire, he was awarded an apprenticeship at the nearby Wedgewood Factory. At the time, Bermuda had only one pottery studio. Dowling’s education and apprenticeship’s presented him with terrific

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training opportunities. “Being that Bermuda had no potters, the potters who came to run the factories were considered ‘master potters,’ knowing every aspect of the job.” When he moved back to Bermuda, Dowling ran two potteries and trained his staff at the time. In regards to the opportunity, “That is what I think has helped me most with my teaching skills.” For the most part, Carlos has functioned as a freelance artist where he gets to exercise his talent. Dowling does not gravitate toward a particular style or look with his art. Instead, he uses his environment and experiences to inspire his work. His résumé of contracted work includes: IBM, Sarah Coventry, Jacques Cousteau, and Columbia Pictures film “The Deep”. One of his well-known productions is the ASPCA crest at the national headquarters in New York City. Dowling regards his sculpture of Sally Bassett as one of his best works. The Government of Bermuda commissioned Dowling, through a parliamentary process, to create the 10 foot, 1,200 ton bronze sculpture. The sculpture took 6 months to complete, and was shipped to a foundry in Baltimore that molded the original sculpture into bronze. Dowling, reflecting on the process, stated, “It was quite an exciting and exhilarating process, which doesn’t happen in a potter’s life.” The sculpture was unveiled in 2008 at Bermuda’s government grounds.

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Absolute Beginners Pottery

Our beginners course is great for anyone who wants to dive right into clay. Experienced instructors will guide you through the process of creating pottery on and off the potter’s wheel. You will also learn basic methods for finishing and glazing your pieces. Class fee includes studio time during select times when classes aren’t in session and the firing of pieces made during the eight week term. Clay must be purchased through Brambleton Center at $25/25 pounds. Instructor: Carlos Dowling. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Sep 15-Nov 3

6:00pm-8:30pm

Brambleton

30606

$159

Hand Building in Clay

AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Sep 14-Nov 16

9:30am-12:00pm

Brambleton

30605

$225

Pottery Courses

Dowling is the instructor for the Absolute Beginners pottery course at the Brambleton Center. Not only is he an instructor, Dowling is a student at the same time. “I am taking classes from these teachers because I know that everybody brings something to the table.” This approach aids his ability to be an effective pottery teacher. When asked why he teaches pottery, Carlos stated, “The skill of pottery is one of the oldest known to man, and I want to keep it alive as much as I can because the art has given so much to me.” According to Carlos, we all have art in us and it is the instructor’s responsibility to help the student to embark on the journey to see how much art they possess within themselves. For individuals who do not feel “creative,” Dowling doesn’t allow this mindset. He compares pottery to riding a bicycle, which requires patience. “At first when you get your balance, you say ‘Ah! I can ride!’ That is what I like to see, when the individual says ‘Ah! I can do this!’” Once the student finds discovery through their art it is self-perpetuating. If you are interested beginning a journey with clay, sign up for the Absolute Beginners pottery course this fall. Classes take place on Thursday’s during September 15th to November 3rd from 6:00 to 8:30 pm. For more information about fees, studio time and course number, please see page 31 or call (540)777-7529. .

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Pottery can be created without the use of a potter’s wheel. You can create beautiful pots and clay forms by hand using simple tools, slabs of clay, or just by using your hands and fingers. In this class you will explore many techniques for hand built pottery. Ten week program. Instructor: Becky Carr.

The Brambleton Center offers a well equipped studio to create original works of clay in both wheel and free form. Equipment includes 13 electric wheels, a slab roller, and an assortment of tools and accessories for shaping and sculpting the clay. A variety of glazes are mixed in the studio offering about 23 colors. Class fee also includes utilizing the studio on your own during select times when classes aren’t in session and the firing of pieces made during the 10 week term. Clay must be purchased through Brambleton Center at $25/25 pounds. Saturday will be an open workshop opportunity for those currently registered in a Pottery class. All pottery classes are ten week programs. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

Instructor

COURSE

FEE

18+

Sep 12-Nov 14

18+

Sep 12-Nov 14

1:00pm-3:30pm

Leslie

30599

$225

6:00pm-8:30pm

Jordan

30600

18+

Sep 13-Nov 15

$225

6:30pm-9:00pm

Campbell

30601

$225

18+ 18+

Sep 14-Nov 16

6:00pm-8:30pm

Jordan

30602

$225

Sep 15-Nov 17

1:00pm-3:30pm

Legg

30603

$225

Ceramics

Awaken your passion and creativity. Whether you are a beginner or have experience with ceramics, this class is for you. Come learn the skills that make your pieces unique. The class fee includes assistance from a certified instructor and firing of your ceramic pieces. Purchase your greenware from the Brambleton Center or an outside source. Instructor: Jo Robertson. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Sep 1-Oct 20

10:00am-12:00pm

Brambleton

30617

$52

18+

Oct 13-Nov 17

7:00pm-9:00pm

Brambleton

30616

$39

18+

Oct 27-Dec 8

10:00am-12:00pm

Brambleton

30690

$39

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Drawing

Drawing is an essential first step in laying the base for painting in any medium. Shapes, shading, lighting, picture composition, contour drawing, gesture drawing and one and two point perspectives will be covered in this six week program. Supply list will be given when class minimum is met. Instructor: Michael Farrar. DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Sep 14-Oct 19

10:00am-12:00pm

Brambleton

30652

$86

18+

Aug 29

10:00am-2:00pm

Brambleton

30048

$40

Have a passion for painting? This course will cover surface preparation, palette layout, materials handling, color and shading techniques. Great for beginners, those who have painted with acrylics, or those who want to brush up on their skills. Six week program. Supply list will be given when class minimum is met. Instructor: Michael Farrar.

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Have you ever noticed the fancy swirled fronts and backs of old books? Or maybe, the ends of pages? That is marbled paper and it is easy and fun to make! In this class, you can make your own paper as art, use it in collages or make your own cards. Give it a try and see how much fun it is! There is a small materials fee. Instructor: Michael Farrar.

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Oil Painting

NEW: Mono Printmaking

Mono Printmaking is a combination of painting and printmaking. Several techniques will be demonstrated in this one day class. All you need to bring is some old lace, leaves or plant parts, a bag of lunch and a sense of fun. All other supplies will be provided. No previous art experience required- these are fun to make! Instructor: Michael Farrar.

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DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Sep 14-Oct 19

1:00pm-3:00pm

Brambleton

30653

$86

18+

Sep 12

10:00am-4:00pm

Brambleton

30050

$45

Portraits in Oil

Learn how to acquire a likeness of yourself or a loved one in Oils. Bring a photograph (5x7 or 8x10) in size that has a simple background , so that you can learn to study the structure of the face and head. Discover how to find the correct proportions using warm and cool colors and correct values to flesh out your portrait. Supply list will be given when class minimum is met. Six week class. Instructor, Michael Farrar. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Sep 19-Oct 24

10:00am-12:00pm

Brambleton

30655

$86

Watercolor

Enjoy a simplified step-by-step process while you learn to express yourself through watercolors. This class for the beginning student includes techniques such as wet paint on dry paper, wet into wet, lost edges, color glazing, color mixing, palette layout and different brush techniques. Sound composition in both still lifes and landscapes will also be covered. Six week program. Instructor: Michael Farrar. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Sep 14-Oct 19

6:00pm-8:00pm

Brambleton

30656

$86

Chalk Paint

Breathe new life into your old and tired furniture. You will be amazed how quick and easy it is to transform old furniture, decor, and kitchen/bathroom cabinets. You will learn: Basic paint application, wax application and how to distress your piece. Each person will also leave with two finished pieces. All supplies are included in the program fee. Please register a week prior to class. Instructor: Heather Richardson.

NEW: Marbeled Paper

AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

15+

Oct 8

9:30am-12:00pm

Brambleton

31117

$54

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NEW: Master Watercolor Series

Learn from an award-winning, master watercolor instructor during this specially designed series. The class will be spent learning to paint from students’ photos of models, learning new techniques to emphasize facial structure, shading and texture through watercolors. Created for all skill levels - beginners welcome! Supply list furnished once minimum registration is met. Six week class. Instructor: Suzanne Ross. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Oct 31-Dec 5

10:00am-12:00pm

Brambleton

30659

$86

NEW: Alla Prima Painting

Paint a still life prepared by the instructor, start to finish, in one sitting in watercolor. Learn new techniques and skills, as you create a unique piece of artwork in this one day class. Bring a lunch and join us for this exciting new offering. Instructor: Suzanne Ross. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Aug 29

9:00am-4:00pm

Brambleton

30044

$75

Annual Craft Show

Brambleton Center’s Annual Craft Show will be held the first Saturday in November. To register for a booth, call Abby Reed at (540) 777-6352. Fee: $32 includes booth and 8 foot table. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Nov 5

8:00am-2:00pm

Brambleton

30598

$32

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Arts & Crafts Paint Your Pet

Paint a portrait of your beloved furry family member. What? I’m not an artist! Fear not- our artists pre-sketch your pet on the canvas for you from photos that you email to us. Complete with a step by step guide on how to paint your pet. Instructor: Lindsay Jackson. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

Sep 23

6:30pm-8:30pm

Brambleton

30647

$29

Dec 13

6:30pm-8:30pm

Brambleton

31015

$29

NEW: Adult Paint Night

Embrace your creativity and enjoy a fun night out with friends! Our instructor will guide you step by step from a blank canvas to a finished masterpiece! All materials will be provided. No art experience necessary! Instructor: Lindsay Jackson. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Oct 11

6:30pm-8:30pm

Walrond Park Cabin

31016

$24

Evergreen Wreath Workshop

Learn to make a natural evergreen wreath with lots of cedar, pine, spruce and other great materials. You will also learn how to care for your creation to make it last throughout the holiday season. Includes all supplies for one wreath. Instructor: Mallory Newcomb. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Dec 13

6:00pm-8:00pm

Green Ridge

31145

$22

Sock Knitting with Leah

Learn how to utilize your knit, purl and cast on skills to create handmade socks from the cuff down. This class will walk you through the techniques needed to knit in the round, make the gusset, shape the heel and toe, and cast off with kitchener stitch. Students will make a small practice sock and start their first full size sock. This workshop is open to participants comfortable with basic knitting stitches and techniques. A materials list will be provided one week before the start date. Instructor: Leah Marlowe. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Sep 12-19

6:00pm-8:00pm

Green Ridge

30407

$30

Beginner Knitting with Leah

Looking for that perfect, relaxing activity on rainy days, warm evenings, or poolside? Try knitting! Discover the art of knitting in a casual, group setting with multi-talented instructor, Leah Marlow. This class is open to beginners and those looking for additional practice or to improve technique. Materials list will be provided to participants when class reaches minimum. This is a four week program. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Oct 27-Nov 17

6:00pm-8:00pm

Green Ridge

30888

$60

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Adult

Couponing 101

Does buying groceries for your family become a financial burden each month? Would you just like to save some money? If so, come learn how to cut your grocery bill at least 50% or more! Learn the basics of couponing, where to find coupons, rules of saving in the grocery store, coupon organization, and grocery store policies. The last class will be at the grocery store putting what you learned to work. Instructor: Rob Jeesse. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Oct 27-Nov 17

6:00pm-7:00pm

Brambleton

30620

$19

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Get Paid to Talk - Intro to Professional Voice Overs

Have you ever been told that you have a great voice? This exciting class explores numerous aspects of voice over work for television, film, radio, audio books, documentaries and the Internet in your area. You will learn how to prepare your demo, how to be successful and earn great income in this exciting field. You will even have a chance to record a commercial script. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Oct 20

6:30pm-9:00pm

Brambleton

30668

$19

NEW: Guided Autobiography

Do you have a story to tell? Do you want to record your memories as a legacy for your family? This Guided Autobiography course is a fun and inspiring way to do it. Each participant will create a ‘life portfolio’ of memoirs, written with guided suggestions in a friendly, supportive environment. Collections can be illustrated with photos, recipes and other memorabilia. Bring writing materials (laptops allowed). Eight week program. Instructor: Karen Adams. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Oct 20

6:30pm-9:00pm

Brambleton

30954

$39

Basics & Beyond - Digital Photography

Ready, Aim, and SNAP that perfect pic! Learn your camera inside and out! Classroom instruction during this two hour workshop will focus on both automatic and manual settings. Learn how to adjust ISO, white balance, exposure and more. This class is open to both point and shoot and DSLR photographers. Participants should bring their camera, a fresh battery and owner’s manual. Instructor: Leah Marlow. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Sep 22

6:00pm-8:00pm

Green Ridge

30885

$24

Fall Foliage Tips & Tricks - Digital Photography

Capture the fall beauty! Join us for two hours of classroom instruction and learn the art of capturing this season’s most magnificent colors. This class will include tips on the best time of day to shoot, composition and detailed fundamentals to improve your autumn photography for both point and shoot and DSLR photographers. Participants should have a basic knowledge of their digital camera and bring it with them to class. Instructor: Leah Marlow.

AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Oct 10

5:00pm-7:00pm

Green Ridge

30887

$24

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NEW: Indian Cooking

Often the thought of India brings images of delicious Indian food to your mind. What a delight it would be for your whole family to make a tasty Indian meal in your own home. At Brambleton, learn how to make Tandoori Chicken, Aloo Paratha (potato filled bread), Coconut Barfi (coconut fudge) and experience the Indian cooking traditions. At Green Ridge, learn Roti (flat bread), Kofta Curry (meatballs in a thick, creamy sauce), Sabzi, and Barfi. Instructor: Bhawana Scaer. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Oct 15

18+

Oct 1

2:00pm-5:00pm

Brambleton

30878

$37

2:00pm-5:00pm

Green Ridge

31195

$37

German Cooking

Möchten Sie lernen wie man deutsch kocht? Would you like to learn to cook German food? Not only will you learn about how to cook authentic German food, but also learn about German traditions. September’s menu will include: German Schnitzel, German Potato Salad, Cucumber Salad, and easy Black Forest Cake. October: German Sauerkraut, Spätzle (homemade noodles), and Apple Streudel. November: Rouladen, Spätzle, and Strawberry Tart. All materials and instruction provided. Instructor Barbara Hassell is from Stuttgart, Germany and lived there until age 20. She has a BA from Roanoke College, a MALS from Hollins in German Studies, and a PhD from Virginia Tech in Cultural Studies. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Sep 19

6:00pm-9:00pm

Green Ridge

30998

$37

18+

Oct 24

6:00pm-9:00pm

Green Ridge

30999

$37

18+

Nov 9

6:00pm-9:00pm

Green Ridge

31000

$37

Yeastophobia I

In an effort to rid you of your fear of working with yeast, we will prepare three separate ways of preparing yeast projects during the course of this class. We will bake honey-butter dinner rolls, whole wheat bread (perfect for sandwiches and picnics) and, finally, over-night cinnamon buns. By the end of the class, you will feel confident to tackle all those yeast recipes you have been yearning to try and you’ll take home delicious bread to share with friends and family! All materials for bread making provided. Instructor: Loni Bier. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Sep 24

9:00am-4:00pm

Brambleton

30687

$60

In real life you do not get to pick your bad guy. He/she will almost always pick the time, place and/or method of attack. Come learn to be prepared for any attack. You will learn strategies for selfdefense, from the basic punch, elbow strikes, heel and knee kicks to more complex moves needed to escape danger. Instructor: Tom Ramsey.

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Adult

NEW: Self Defense

AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

16+

Oct 4-Nov 8

7:00pm-8:00pm

Brambleton

30669

$60

Firearms Safety - Concealment Class

AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

21+

Sep 10

9:00am-3:00pm

21+

Oct 8

9:00am-3:00pm

21+

Nov 12

9:00am-3:00pm

21+

Dec 10

9:00am-3:00pm

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

Brambleton

30820

$75

Brambleton

30821

$75

Brambleton

30822

$75

Brambleton

30983

$75

All proceeds from the Hike for Hospice benefit the Good Samaritan Hospice Bereavement Program. Please note that pets are not allowed at Roanoke County Special Events.

AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

12+

Sep 27-Nov 15

10:30am-11:30am

Brambleton

30863

$42

Sep 27-Nov 15

5:45pm-6:45pm

Green Ridge

30889

$42

Little Known Secrets of Paying for College

The cost of college education is higher than ever. How will you afford this expense? This can’t miss class will teach you how to send your children to the college of their dreams without bankrupting your own retirement. You will discover strategies that may enable you to qualify for financial aid and minimize your tax exposure- giving you cash flowthe forHike funding a college Allgreater proceeds from for Hospice education. Instructors: Franklin Butler Jr., Jennifer Rose. benefit the Good Samaritan Hospice AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Sep 20

18+

Nov 2

6:00pm-9:00pm

Brambleton

31177

$10

6:00pm-9:00pm

Brambleton

37787

$10

Bereavement Program.

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FEE

12+

Sunday, September 11th

Beginner Spanish

Did you know that Spanish is the second most common language in the United States? If you took Spanish in school and want to brush up on your skills or you just want to learn a second language, this class is for you. This class will focus on vocabulary, introductory words and phrases. Eight week program at both Brambleton Center and Green Ridge. Instructor: Georgianne Vecellio.

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Safety is paramount when it comes to firearms. This program meets state requirements to apply for a Virginia Concealed Handgun Permit. The six hour lecture- style PowerPoint course is taught by Mark Jervis, a VA Department of Criminal Justice Services/National Rifle Association certified instructor. Participants will receive a certificate upon completion of the class which can then be taken to the Clerk of Court in the jurisdiction participants reside in, and apply for a Virginia Concealed Handgun Permit. Some topics included in the day: Firearms and children, rules of firearms safety, ammunition nomenclature and function, proper safe handling of a handgun malfunction, revolver and semi-automatic handgun nomenclature, etc.

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Lace up your sturdy shoes and join us for this exciting hiking event, which will include: Catered BBQ lunch (vegetarian option will be available) Corn hole and slack lines Exploration hikes lead by Walkabout Outfitters experienced trail guides Live Bluegrass music Memorial Ceremony with a dove release Raffle prizes from Roanoke Mountain Adventures Proudly and Wasena City Tap Room

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Ukulele for Absolute Beginners

Fun and easy introduction to playing a stringed instrument. Bring a standard (C tuned) ukulele. Method book purchase required and will be discussed at first class. Eight week program. Instructor: Randolph Walker. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

12+

Sep 19-Nov 7

5:45pm-7:00pm

Brambleton

30672

$51

Guitar for Absolute Beginners

Learn to tune, play chords, read tablature and perform easy melodies like Amazing Grace. Bring your own guitar to class. Eight week program. Instructor: Randolph Walker. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

12+

Sep 22-Nov 10

5:45pm-7:00pm

Brambleton

30671

$51

LEARN

NEW: Blues Band

Instructional band for guitar, keyboard, harmonica (key of C), hand percussion and bass students. Perform real blues songs! Prerequisite: two months of previous lessons. Bring your instruments to class. Eight week program. Instructor: Randolph Walker. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

12+

Sep 22-Nov 10

7:05pm-8:20pm

Brambleton

30670

$51

NEW: Jug Band

If you can play washboard, spoons, kazoo, pennywhistle, jug, guitar, banjo, or bass, or even sing, you can join the band! Play real folk songs and improve your skills while having fun. Eight week program. Instructor: Randolph Walker. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

12+

Sep 19-Nov 7

7:05pm-8:20pm

Brambleton

30673

$51

Swing Dance Social

Looking for something new and fun to do on Friday nights? Join Swing Roanoke for our swing dance social! No partner is required and we hold an introduction class from 7pm-7:30pm (tailored to those who come) with the social to follow from 7:30pm-9:30pm! Come just as you are even if you have two left feet! It’s a deal of a lesson and dance for only $5 per person! Themes for dances: July is American Classics. September is Swing Out. October is Swingin’ Fall Fun. November is Thankful Swing Dancin’. December is Christmas Swing. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Sep 16

7:00pm-9:30pm

Green Ridge

30378

18+

Oct 21

7:00pm-9:30pm

Green Ridge

30894

18+

Nov 18

7:00pm-9:30pm

Green Ridge

30895

18+

Dec 16

7:00pm-9:30pm

Green Ridge

30896

Swing Roanoke Dance Lessons

Want a new way to have fun and exercise? Swing Roanoke will be teaching classes to keep your feet moving all winter long! Each six week series of classes will cover various swing dances like East Coast Swing, 20’s or 30’s Charleston, Lindy Hop, and others. No partner is required and those with two left feet are welcome! No matter how many times you have come before-classes will have fresh material to learn in each series! Classes include one hour of instruction followed by practice time. Instruction by Swing Roanoke. September’s class will be West Coast Swing. November’s class will be Lindy Hop. December’s class will be Swing 101. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Sep 20-Oct 25

7:00pm-8:30pm

Green Ridge

30890

$35

18+

Nov 1-Dec 6

7:00pm-8:30pm

Green Ridge

30892

$35

18+

Dec 13-Jan 17

7:00pm-8:30pm

Green Ridge

30893

$35

Egyptian Belly Dancing

Egyptian style of belly dance involves every part of the body, targeting major muscle groups and working them in isolation or in opposition to other muscles. Major components of this type of dance include circular movements of the arms, hands, head, upper torso and hips. This class is a fun and effective way to exercise, relax and enjoy as an entertaining hobby. Six week program. Instructor: Elizabeth Watson. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Oct 11-Nov 15

7:00pm-8:00pm

Brambleton

30662

$38

Shag Dance

Couples sliding gracefully across the dance floor as their loafers hiss on the hardwood. It’s not just a dance, it’s a way of life! Learn to shag, then join the Roanoke Valley Shag Club. Couples only. Singles will be put on a wait list and matched if partners become available. Leather sole shoes preferred. Five week program. Instructor: Donna Richardson.

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AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Sep 26-Oct 24

7:00pm-8:30pm

Brambleton

30664

$38

Advanced Obedience

Adult

Puppy Kindergarten

Does your puppy need some direction? Cute and adorable as they are-they just sometimes have difficulty listening and bad habits continue! This six week course is designed for puppies aged 10-24 weeks old. Your puppy will socialize off-leash with other puppies and people. Exercises include Name Recognition, Touch, Sit, Drop It, Down, Off, Gotcha, Come, Agility, and Pass the Puppy. Discussion topics include puppy development, house-training, chewing, grooming, play-biting, reading puppies’ body language, building confidence, and extensive socialization outside of the class. Instructor: High Hopes Dog Training. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

Is your dog CGC certified? This seven week advanced course focuses on the ten skills needed by all well-mannered dogs as outlined in the Canine Good Citizen Program. It is designed to reward dogs who have good manners at home & in the community. The CGC Program is a two part program that stresses responsible pet ownership for owners & basic good manners for dogs. All dogs who pass the 10 step CGC test will receive a certificate from the American Kennel Club. (Pre-requisite: Dogs must have graduated from Intermediate Obedience or have had private lessons with High Hopes.) AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Sep 15-Oct 27

6:30pm-7:30pm

Green Ridge

31144

$150

FEE

18+

Aug 27-Oct 1

1:15pm-2:15pm

Brambleton

30370

$135

18+

Oct 11-Nov 15

6:00pm-7:00pm

Green Ridge

31131

$135

18+

Oct 22-Dec 3

1:15pm-2:15pm

Brambleton

31130

$135

Beginner Obedience

AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Aug 23-Sep 27

6:00pm-7:00pm

Green Ridge

30363

$135

18+

Aug 27-Oct 8

10:45am-11:45am

Brambleton

30361

$135

18+

Aug 27-Oct 1

12:00pm-1:00pm

Brambleton

30364

$135

18+

Oct 11-Nov 15

7:15pm-8:15pm

Green Ridge

31135

$135

18+

Oct 22-Nov 26

12:00pm-1:00pm

Brambleton

31133

$135

18+

Nov 29-Jan 17

6:00pm-7:00pm

Green Ridge

31137

$135

18+

Dec 17-Feb 4

10:45am-11:45am

Brambleton

31134

$135

18+

Dec 17-Feb 4

1:15pm-2:15pm

Brambleton

31136

$135

Intermediate Obedience

Step up your training! This course emphasizes the essential obedience commands needed for your dog to be a wellmannered companion. Learn to communicate clearly with your dog through the use of positive reinforcement. We also cover proper diet, leadership, exercise, confidence building exercises and more. Verbal commands and hand signals include Sit, Down, Touch, Distance Stay, Look with Distractions, Leave it, Come, Heel, Place, Release, Tricks and Agility. Prerequisite required. Six week course. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Aug 23-Sep 27

7:15pm-8:15pm

Green Ridge

30472

$125

er 55

Pot Luck Luncheons

Join your friends for a social gathering and meal. Bring a covered dish to share. Bingo will be played after each luncheon, so bring a gift to be used as a prize. Reservations are required. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

55+

Aug 18

12:00pm-2:00pm

Mason Cove Fire

30520

55+

Aug 26

12:00pm-2:00pm

Glenvar Library

30524

55+

Sep 15

12:00pm-2:00pm

Mason Cove Fire

30853

55+

Sep 23

12:00pm-2:00pm

Glenvar Library

30857

55+

Oct 20

12:00pm-2:00pm

Mason Cove Fire

30854

55+

Oct 28

12:00pm-2:00pm

Glenvar Library

30858

55+

Nov 17

12:00pm-2:00pm

Mason Cove Fire

30855

55+

Nov 18

12:00pm-2:00pm

Glenvar Library

30859

55+

Dec 15

12:00pm-2:00pm

Mason Cove Fire

30860

55+

Dec 16

12:00pm-2:00pm

Glenvar Library

30856

Medicare Decisions Made Easy

You have been told that you are eligible for Medicare, but what does that really mean? This educational presentation will help you understand the Medicare program, and how to make the right decisions for yourself regarding your medical and prescription drug needs. Presenter: Lynn Atkinson MBA, HIA, SCLA, AAI. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

55+

Sep 10

10:00am-11:00am

Brambleton

30527

55+

Oct 8

10:00am-11:00am

Brambleton

30849

55+

Nov 12

10:00am-11:00am

Brambleton

30850

55+

Dec 10

10:00am-11:00am

Brambleton

30851

Driver’s Education Program

Refresh your driving knowledge in this two session program presented by AARP. Fees to be paid to the instructor at the first session. AARP members receive a $5 discount! AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Oct 22-Dec 3

10:45pm-11:45am

Brambleton

31141

$125

55+

Sep 19-20

M-Tu

9:00am-1:00pm

Brambleton

30640

18+

Nov 29-Jan 17

7:15pm-8:15pm

Green Ridge

31143

$125

55+

Oct 17-18

M-Tu

9:00am-1:00pm

Brambleton

30641

$125

55+

Nov 21-22

M-Tu

9:00am-1:00pm

Brambleton

30642

18+

Dec 17-Feb 4

12:00pm-1:00pm

Brambleton

31142

LEARN

Sit, Down, Off and Drop It are just a few of the commands your dog will master. This six week beginner course is designed for any dogs over six months old. Your dog will socialize on-leash with other dogs. Exercises include Sit, Down, Off, Touch, Look, Take it, Drop it, Come, Settle, Wait, Stand, Loose Leash Walking, Parent Separation, Tricks, Agility and more. Discussion topics include Canine Personality Test, reading dogs’ body cues, getting your dog to focus on you around distractions, impulse control, use of no-pull harnesses, and reinforcing good manners. No prerequisite required. Instructor: High Hopes Dog Training.

55+

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Adult

iPad for Beginners

Want to get the most out of your iPad? Learn all of the basics you need to get started in this introductory course, including hardware features, navigating the device, getting connected to Wi-Fi, downloading apps, working with settings and more. Prerequisites: • Bring your iPad to class • Know your Apple ID and password* AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Nov 2

6:00pm-8:00pm

South Co Lib

30966

$20

Discover the world of the iPhone, including phone functions, camera tips, Internet tricks, and useful apps. We’ll also talk about the benefits of Apple’s iCloud. Prerequisites: • iPhone 5 or higher with iOS 9 operating system • Know your Apple ID and password* • Bring your iPhone to class AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Oct 13

2:00pm-4:00pm

South Co Lib

30961

$20

iPhone: The Next Step

iPad - The Next Step

LEARN

iPhone for Beginners

If you feel comfortable with the iPad basics, it’s time to take your knowledge and confidence to the next step. We’ll zero in on more settings, including those for keeping your device secure and protecting your privacy; learn more about using the popular browser, Safari; discover how to back up your iPad; and discuss many of iCloud’s great features. Prerequisites: • Understand basic iPad operation • Know your Apple ID and password* • Bring your iPad to class AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Nov 9

6:00pm-8:00pm

South Co Lib

30972

$20

Have you been using your iPhone for a while but aren’t sure whether you’re using it to its full potential? Take this class and fall in love with your iPhone again. We will cover how to use Calendar, Contacts, Messaging, Mail, Music and more. Prerequisites: • iPhone 5 or higher with iOS 9 operating system • Understand basic iPhone operation • Know your Apple ID and password* • Bring your iPhone to class AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Oct 20

2:00pm-4:00pm

South Co Lib

30963

$20

Android for Beginners

iPad III

If our previous classes have left you wanting more, come join us again as we delve further into iPad’s fun and functional features. We will talk in more detail about using the Camera; find out how to organize using Calendars and Reminders; and keep in touch with friends and family using Contacts, Messages, and FaceTime. We will also cover the new iCloud feature, Keychain, and much more. Prerequisites: • Understand basic iPad operation • Know your Apple ID and password* • Bring your iPad to class with iOS 7 operating system or higher AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Nov 16

6:00pm-8:00pm

South Co Lib

30975

$20

Bring your Android tablet or smartphone to class and learn the basics of using this popular operating system, including learning your way around, exploring settings, loading and using apps, checking email, and accessing the Internet. Prerequisites: Bring your Android device to class and know your Google ID and password. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Oct 12

2:00pm-4:00pm

Glenvar Lib

30959

$20

NEW: Facebook for Beginners

Facebook is easily the most popular social media today. It’s also free, fun, and a great way to stay in touch with people around the country and the world. Let us help you get started. In this class we’ll show you how to edit your profile, post pictures and comments, find friends and handle friend requests, and how to make your profile more private. Pre-requisites: Please have your Facebook account set up before coming to class. If you need help with this, please come to class 30 minutes early for assistance. A working email address (please know your username and password) is necessary to set up your Facebook account. Also, a basic understanding of computers is a must! AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Dec 7

10:00am-12:00pm

South Co Lib

30977

$20

* If you are unsure of your username and password, please call 777-8782 with your device handy and we’ll help you figure it out.

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NEW: Word 2016 for Homeschoolers

This class will get you started with the latest version of Microsoft Word. Covered topics include: navigating the interface, opening/ saving/printing documents, basic text editing and formatting, cut/ copy/paste, inserting images, and using spell check. Prerequisites: basic computer and Internet skills. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

10-16

Oct 11

2:00pm-4:00pm

South Co Lib

30958

$20

NEW TECHNOLOGY CLASS OFFERINGS GEARED FOR HOMESCHOOLERS

NEW: PowerPoint 2016 for Homeschoolers

Create effective and interesting presentations that will wow your audience using America’s most popular presentation software. After a basic overview, you’ll learn how to design slides, add effects, create and view slide shows, and discover the different ways to print slides. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

10-16

Oct 11

2:00pm-4:00pm

South Co Lib

30958

$20

LEARN

Excel 2016: Just the Basics

Let’s stick with the basics in this Excel 2016 class. We’ll teach you how to navigate this spreadsheet program, format and edit cells, create simple formulas, use autosum/autofill and print. Prerequisite: Basic computer skills. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Nov 7

6:00pm-8:00pm

Glenvar Lib

30971

$20

NEW: Preserve Your Family Stories

Do you have a relative or a friend who has stories about the past you want to preserve? Attend this program and start creating an oral history to document someone’s life story. We will cover choosing your subject, generating questions, and recording and transcribing the interview. This is not a genealogy class. Registration is required. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Nov 15

6:00pm-8:00pm

South Co Lib

30974

NEW: Amp Your Game With Lightroom

Hey, Lightroom owners! Let us show you how to make your photos look more professional. Come to this class and make your dull pictures pop. Topics include: creating an intense sky and beautiful skin tones, lightening shadows, bringing out highlights, and much more. We will also show you how to make it all happen in a flash with custom presets. Prerequisite: Laptop loaded with Lightroom 6.0. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18+

Nov 1

6:00pm-8:00pm

South Co Lib

30965

$20

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Kids Paint Day

Who needs grown ups and hors d’oeuvres when you have kids and Hardees Biscuits! Sign your kid up for a morning of painting and creating just like the fun ones we grown ups get to do. Your kids can use their favorite colors to match their painting to their bedrooms or paint step by step with the easy to follow instructions by the instructor. We will supply everything that is needed. Your kiddos just need to show up ready to paint! Instructor: Lindsay Jackson. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

7-12

Sep 17

9:30am-12:00pm

Brambleton

30499

$24

7-12

Oct 15

9:30am-12:00pm

Brambleton

30644

$24

7-12

Nov 19

9:30am-12:00pm

Brambleton

30645

$24

7-12

Dec 10

9:30am-12:00pm

Brambleton

30646

$24

Kids Art LEARN

Open up the world of art for your child. This class will visit a variety of subject matter and art materials. The techniques included are drawing, painting, collage and mixed media. Fee includes all supplies. Four week class. Instructor: Rebecca McKeever.

Bricks 4 Kidz Robotics Camp

This Bricks 4 Kidz Robotics class offers all the fun of building with LEGO® Bricks, plus the challenge of computer programming! How would you like to turn your next LEGO® creation into a robot, programmed to do exactly what you tell it to do? This fun, actionpacked class combines real life skills with real kid fun, using the principles of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM).

AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

6-9

Nov 7-28

6:00pm-7:30pm

Brambleton

30684

$26

9-15

Oct 15

9:00am-12:00pm

Brambleton

31179

$40

9-15

Nov 19

9:00am-12:00pm

Brambleton

31180

$40

Kids Pottery

Let your child experience the excitement of working in clay as Professional Potter, Rebecca McKeever, brings out their creative side. The student will learn to design pieces out of slabs of clay along with learning coiling and pinch techniques. For students with the physical ability to do wheel work, the lessons will be centering, pulling and shaping clay. The fee includes one bag of clay, glazes and the use of tools. Eight week course. Instructor: Rebecca McKeever. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

7-17

Oct 2-Nov 20

1:30pm-4:00pm

Brambleton

30607

$159

AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

4-13

Oct 15

10:00am-11:00am

Brambleton

31181

$15

4-13

Nov 19

10:00am-11:00am

Brambleton

31182

$15

Join us for some fun reindeer games and holiday ornament making! Pizza party provided and we will spend the afternoon playing and creating cute ornaments to hang from the tree. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

5-11

Dec 17

12:00pm-5:30pm

Green Ridge

31147

$25

NEW: Holiday Treats for Gifting

Make a yummy gift that friends and family will love. We will make fun, cute and sweet treats that are holiday themed perfect for gifting! All materials including a gift box a decorated gift container will be included. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

7-11

Dec 17

9:00am-12:00pm

Green Ridge

31146

$25

Save $5 when you enroll for both December 17th kids programs. We will even transfer them between programs for you, giving you more time for those last minute errands! Call to register at special price; this offer is not available for online registration. RoanokeCountyParks.com • (540) 772-PLAY (7-5-2-9)

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NEW: Games & Holiday Ornaments

Minecraft is a game about placing blocks to build anything you can imagine. Experience the world of Minecraft with LEGO® bricks in this fun Bricks 4 Kidz program. Students will build models and craft key elements from the popular Minecraft game.

SAVE $5!

Bricks 4 Kidz Minecraft Class

Mom & Me Play Dates

Have fun in this variety class of play dates! We will do crafts, play games, ride fun toys in our gym, and more! One thing is for sureeveryone will have fun in this organized play date! Meet new friends or invite friends to join you! Sessions are four weeks long. Please pre-register one week in advance to ensure minimum is met and we know how many supplies to gather! Only children need to register but parents must accompany children in program! October will be Fall Fun and November will be Sports Fun. Each week will include fun dancing, active play, and silly games! Make sure your child comes in appropriate footwear. It is best to come in playwear. Each session is four weeks long. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

18m-5y

Oct 4-25

9:00am-10:00am

Green Ridge

30882

$15

18m-5y

Nov 1-22

9:00am-10:00am

Green Ridge

30883

$15

LEARN

GET YOUR CHILD’S CREATIVE JUICES FLOWING WITH KIDS PAINTING CLASSES ON PG 40!

School’s Out Day Camp

Join us for a fun day at Green Ridge when Roanoke County Schools are out. Swimming, gym time, arts, crafts, and games are all planned for the day. Register for morning, afternoon, or all day. Morning snack and afternoon snack will be provided. Please bring a bagged lunch. Campers please bring swimsuit, towel and gym shoes. Please register in advance as spots will go quickly! AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

5-11

Aug 22

7:30am-6:00pm

Green Ridge

29979

$35

5-11

Aug 23

7:30am-6:00pm

Green Ridge

30000

$35

5-11

Oct 26

7:30am-6:00pm

Green Ridge

29980

$35

5-11

Oct 26

7:30am-6:00pm

Brambleton

31190

$35

5-11

Nov 8

7:30am-6:00pm

Green Ridge

29981

$35

5-11

Dec 19

7:30am-6:00pm

Green Ridge

29982

$35

5-11

Dec 20

7:30am-6:00pm

Green Ridge

29983

$35

5-11

Dec 21

7:30am-6:00pm

Green Ridge

29984

$35

5-11

Dec 22

7:30am-6:00pm

Green Ridge

29985

$35

5-11

Dec 23

7:30am-6:00pm

Green Ridge

29986

$35

5-11

Dec 27

7:30am-6:00pm

Green Ridge

29987

$35

5-11

Dec 28

7:30am-6:00pm

Green Ridge

29988

$35

5-11

Dec 29

7:30am-6:00pm

Green Ridge

29989

$35

5-11

Dec 30

7:30am-6:00pm

Green Ridge

29990

$35

After School for Kids (A.S.K.)

This school-based recreation program allows children to have fun while fostering physical, social, emotional, & cognitive development. Enjoy afternoon care five days a week, from 2:20pm to 6:00pm, with daily snacks and homework help. Take advantage of multiple child discounts! Activities include gym or playground time, snack time, quiet time, and group or self-directed activities. Call 857-5035 for more! • Back Creek E.S. • Bonsack E.S. • Burlington E.S. • Cave Spring E.S. • Clearbrook E.S.

• Green Valley E.S. • Herman L. Horn E.S. • Masons Cove E.S. • Mount Pleasant E.S.

• Mountain View E.S. • Oak Grove E.S. • Penn Forest E.S. • WE Cundiff E.S.

Ridge Kids

Similar to A.S.K., Ridge Kids is an after-school program at Green Ridge Recreation Center, serving K-5 students at Fort Lewis, Glen Cove, and Glenvar Elementary Schools. Transportation is provided from schools daily. Daily activities include use of the gymnasium and pool, fitness classes, snack time, homework time and group games. Call 777-6315 for more!

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YEARS anniversary

THERAPEUTIC RECREATION SERVICES

LEARN

THERAPEUTIC RECREATION SERVICES CELEBRATES 40 YEARS I

t started out in the summer of 1976. Roanoke County received a small grant to run a summer camp for youth with disabilities called ACE (Activities Created for Enrichment). Not only did that program survive for 40 years, but it was the start of a regional effort to provide recreation services for an entirely new population. Roanoke County Parks, Recreation and Tourism is now the region’s service provider for this important community program, with funding assistance from our partners in the City of Roanoke and City of Salem. We serve over 400 people through approximately 130 different programs each year.

straightforward objectives, such as teaching a child to swim or an adult to paint with watercolor. Therapeutic recreation programs have recreation, social and individual objectives. As an example, if an individual who had a head injury was participating in an exercise class at Green Ridge Recreation Center, they’re learning more than how to use a fitness machine. They’re also learning (or perhaps re-learning) how to socially interact with other participants. They may also be strengthening memory skills such as recalling where the restrooms are located or remembering to bring water with them when they exercise.

Betsy Dennis was the first supervisor of Therapeutic Recreation Services (TRS) and served over 30 years before retiring in 2008. She reflects that when the program began it was unique in the region and one of a small but growing number of similar programs available anywhere. In the early 1980’s Roanoke County’s TRS was honored as one of the top three in the nation.

Additional support is needed in TRS programs, to work with the participants on reaching both their individual goals and the overall goals of the program. Typically, TRS programs have 16 participants and 4 to 5 staff instructors. The support staff understand the needs of each participant and work with them on tasks like counting back change after a purchase or completing an art project handover-hand. An important part of TRS programs is the process, not the end result. Support staff do not complete projects for participants, but work alongside them tailoring the instruction to their learning style.

“Many lives have been positively impacted over the years, with many smiles and echoes of laughter,” Betsy remembers. “I have seen many individuals ‘grow up’ in the program with initial participation in the ACE program as a youngster to continued participation though 40 years, demonstrating a truly successful leisure lifestyle.” Therapeutic Recreation Services programs are unique, not just because of the participants, but due to the way they are structured. Most typical Roanoke County recreation classes have

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According to TRS supervisor Kari Decker, the primary goal of every program is to improve the overall wellbeing of participants. “We help participants learn skills to work with others. You have to keep in mind most participants don’t have their own transportation. Think about your life! How would you make friends, engage, and interact? We work with them to develop relationships to fit within

their life. Things like phone etiquette, safety on the internet. We provide the environment where friends get to see each other while enhancing their individual living skills.” In honor of the 40th anniversary this year, TRS has adopted a new set of goals to apply to every recreation programs offered. They come from Martin Seligman’s book Flourish – A Visionary New Understanding of Happiness and Wellbeing. It’s a self-help book on how to get true fulfillment in life. • Positive emotion – Having a positive opinion of yourself and the world around you. This can be challenging with or without a disability. • Achievement – Getting the ability to achieve something that will help other people. People with disabilities often struggle to find fulfilling work as they are limited in their job opportunities. This year’s programs feature a community service component so participants can have the satisfaction of giving back.

• Engagement – Getting to know other people to try new things. If you’re not working 40 hours a week and have no transportation, how do you engage with others? How do you make friends? This type of engagement is a component of every TRS program. • Positive Relationship – Once you’ve engaged with another person through an activity, how do you maintain the relationship you’ve established? This is as important for an individual with a disability as anyone else on the planet. In 40 years, the TRS program has grown into a meaningful service that provides a tremendous community benefit. Youth Services Manager Marcia Dougherty was a young staff member when the program started, but looks back on it as one of Roanoke County’s greatest success stories. “We’ve taken overnight trips with folks which we wouldn’t have expected to 40 years ago. We’ve gone canoeing, played baseball, learned new skills and made new friends. You find people who have challenges in daily life can do anything anyone else can do. It’s something you have in your mind you think a person can’t achieve but then seeing them succeed, even if it takes a little longer, makes you feel good.” What’s next for Therapeutic Recreation? According to Kari Decker, the program will continue to grow and develop. “The trend in Virginia is moving individuals out of institutions and into communities. Community recreation will continue to grow. Because our programs are of such high quality, we have waitlists for many of them. People come to the programs, have an amazing time and want to continue to come back. The services we offer to our participants help the community as a whole because we are helping people with disabilities interact and become an important part of their community. The success we’ve had so far shows Roanoke County treats all people with respect.”

Let’s get muddy! You’ll create beautiful and useful clay forms in the pottery studio. In this class you will learn techniques of clay hand building and in the process create your own vessels, plates, or sculptures. All supplies are included in your program fee. Come prepared to be creative and get messy! Participants should bring a smock or wear clothing that they don’t mind getting dirty since this class will require full participation! Pottery will not meet on October 14. DATE

DAY

TIME

COURSE

FEE

TRANS.

Oct 7-Nov 11

3:30pm-5:00pm

30946

$55

$15

NEW: Open Studio

Discover your inner artist and release the creative ‘you’ ! TRS is excited to announce an Open Studio program during the Winter 2016 session. This class will be self-guided, and supplies such as pencils, brushes, paint, and paper will be provided. Participants must provide transportation to the Brambleton Center. Case workers/clinicians are welcome to attend with participants. DATE

DAY

TIME

COURSE

FEE

Sep 26-Oct 31

10:00am-11:30am

30945

$14

NEW: Positive Posture

We’ll strengthen the muscle groups responsible for good posture In this low-impact 6 week course. Kristen Gallatin, Certified Inclusive Fitness Trainer, will lead exercises that target your core and back muscles to help develop good posture and increase balance. This course is great for any fitness level and all abilities. DATE

DAY

TIME

COURSE

FEE

TRANS.

Sep 7-Oct 19

10:00am-11:00am

30871

$40

$18

LEARN

• Meaning – Finding meaning in what you do. The jobs that are available to individuals with disabilities are often not perceived by themselves or others as meaningful. If you can’t find meaning from employment, then hobbies or recreation activities can fill that need.

NEW: Pottery

NEW: Roaring Twenties

Have a swell time at the Roaring Twenties Social at the Brambleton Center! Participants are encouraged to come dressed spiffy in 1920’s attire. There will be a photo booth with props fit for a true 20’s flapper or dapper dan. Learn to do the Charleston and enjoy speakeasy appetizers and mocktails. It’s sure to be the bees knees! DATE

DAY

TIME

COURSE

FEE

TRANS.

Sep 30

6:00pm-8:00pm

30891

$13

NEW: Wednesday Avengers

The Avengers Social Club is for adults ages 31+ who are looking to meet new people and create friendships while having fun and fostering independence. All activities will be planned by the participants and may include activities such as: dining, cooking, arts & crafts, and wellness & fitness activities. DATE

DAY

TIME

COURSE

FEE

Sep 14-Dec 14

6:30pm-8:30pm

30866

$46.50

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Swimming Lessons

Green Ridge Recreation Center follows the guidelines of the American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim, Preschool and Parent-Child swimming lesson programs. Red Cross standards help us maintain the quality, consistency and credibility of our Aquatics Program. Our facility provides a safe and fun learning environment utilizing certified water safety instructors. Each level is a progression through basic swimming skills and water safety. Students must be able to follow directions and to take turns in order to participate in group lessons. Classes may be offered as combination classes and/or canceled due to lack of enrollment.

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Baby Drops

No need to wait! Start the process of introducing your baby to the water sooner rather than later. This parent and child class will start building your baby’s confidence and swimming readiness. What a fun opportunity for you and your child to explore the water and become adjusted together. Parents will learn basic water skills to keep their children safe and help them to love the water. Safety information and teaching techniques will be provided to parents. Parental participation is required. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

6-18mo 6-18mo

Sep 27-Nov 15

5:40pm-6:10pm

Green Ridge

30901

$49

Sep 29-Nov 17

5:00pm-5:30pm

Green Ridge

30925

$49

6-18mo

Oct 1-Nov 19

9:10am-9:40am

Green Ridge

30902

$49

Tiny Bubbles

SPLASH

Join your child as they discover the world of water. With your help, toddlers will experiment with arm and leg action, floating and going under water. Lots of repetition will help them become very comfortable and confident in the water. This is a fun and engaging class which will keep your child wanting to come back even as they are learning about safety and swimming skills. Parental participation is required. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

19-36mo

Sep 27-Nov 15

5:00pm-5:30pm

Green Ridge

30921

$49

19-36mo

Sep 29-Nov 17

6:20pm-6:50pm

Green Ridge

30933

$49

19-36mo

Oct 1-Nov 19

9:50am-10:20am

Green Ridge

30922

$49

Little Splashes

Come enjoy swimming with your child as they acquire basic aquatic skills that will encourage their love of the water. This class is the foundation of swimming skills for years to come. While parental participation is required in this class, there will be some time of independent swimming. This time will help your child separate from you and help to discover if they are ready to go to the next level without you. Parents will still be provided with water safety information to keep your entire family safe around aquatic environments.

AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

3-4 3-4

Sep 27-Nov 15

6:20pm-6:50pm

Green Ridge

30916

$49

Sep 29-Nov 17

5:40pm-6:10pm

Green Ridge

30931

3-4

$49

Oct 1-Nov 19

10:30am-11:00am

Green Ridge

30917

$49

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Big Ripples

Celebrate your child’s independence in the water. This is the first class that children participate in the lesson without a caregiver. They must be comfortable separating from their parents and be able to follow safety rules. Children are encouraged to develop arm strokes, kicking, floating, and submerging independently. Safety lessons will be more in depth. It is geared towards beginner swimmers in the four to five age range. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

4-5

Sep 27-Nov 15

5:50pm-6:30pm

Green Ridge

30903

$66

4-5

Sep 29-Nov 17

5:00pm-5:40pm

Green Ridge

30926

$66

4-5

Oct 1-Nov 19

9:10am-9:50am

Green Ridge

30904

$66

Tidal Waves

Jump in, float, and swim! Children will continue to build upon the skills introduced in Big Ripples and become more proficient in their swimming abilities. Children in Tidal Waves should be comfortable with their face in the water and be independent. This class is designed for a 4-5 year old who is confident in the water and not a beginner. They will learn arm strokes and kicking with freestyle and back stroke and be introduced to rotary breathing. To pass this class a child must be able to float on their back and stomach independently. Water safety is highly emphasized in this class and discussed at every opportunity. Children will move directly to Level 2 after completion of this course. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

4-5 4-5

Sep 27-Nov 15

5:00pm-5:40pm

Green Ridge

30919

$66

Sep 29-Nov 17

5:50pm-6:30pm

Green Ridge

30932

$66

4-5

Oct 1-Nov 19

10:50am-11:30am

Green Ridge

30920

$66

GROUP LESSONS FOR EVERYBODY! Y

Yo u t h

Level I Lessons

AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

5-12 5-12

Sep 27-Nov 15

5:50pm-6:30pm

Green Ridge

30908

$66

Sep 29-Nov 17

5:00pm-5:40pm

Green Ridge

30927

$66

5-12

Oct 1-Nov 19

9:10am-9:50am

Green Ridge

30909

$66

Level II Lessons

Continue to build on the basic skills learned in Level 1 in the Level 2 class. Participants will become more confident and able to swim short distances by themselves. Students in this class should be very comfortable going under the water. Emphasis in this class is on learning to float without support, alternating arms and leg actions on front and back along with rotary breathing. Safety lessons are ever present in order to ensure our participants’ safety around all water environments. We don’t forget the fun! AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

5-12

Sep 27-Nov 15

5:00pm-5:40pm

Green Ridge

30910

$66

5-12

Sep 29-Nov 17

5:50pm-6:30pm

Green Ridge

30928

$66

5-12

Oct 1-Nov 19

10:00am-10:40am

Green Ridge

30911

$66

Level III Lessons

Now you’re really a swimmer! Swimmers in this class are very confident and comfortable in the water. Dolphin kick and breast stroke are introduced but there is a lot of emphasis on rotary breathing and being able to swim the distance of our lap lane without stopping. By the time a participant passes this level they will have achieved basic water competency skills according to the new American Red Cross standards. Safety lessons become more in depth and cover more topics. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

7-16

Sep 27-Nov 15

5:00pm-5:40pm

Green Ridge

30912

$66

7-16

Sep 29-Nov 17

5:00pm-5:40pm

Green Ridge

30929

$66

7-16

Oct 1-Nov 19

10:00am-10:40am

Green Ridge

30913

$66

SPLASH

Let’s have fun learning to swim! This is a class for the older beginning swimmer to become comfortable and confident in the water. They will gain basic aquatic skills including; beginning swimming strokes, breath control, floating, and kicking - all of which will help to keep them safe. Games and activities will help teach them to enjoy and become adjusted to the water. In addition, they will participate in a safety lesson each lesson that will encourage them to be safe around all aquatic environments. The goal is a positive attitude towards swimming and water safety.

Level IV Lessons

Participants in this class will focus on developing all the strokes. Upon completion of this class participants will have been introduced to butterfly, sidestroke, breaststroke and turns on the wall. There will be a focus on swimming the length of the pool and improving rotary breathing skills in order that efficiency is improved. This class is appropriate for the young or new swim team member that wants to continue to improve. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

7-16

Sep 27-Nov 15

5:00pm-5:40pm

Green Ridge

30914

$66

7-16

Sep 29-Nov 17

5:00pm-5:40pm

Green Ridge

30930

$66

7-16

Oct 1-Nov 19

10:00am-10:40am

Green Ridge

30915

$66

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LESSONS AREN’T JUST FOR THE BEGINNERS! IMPROVE YOUR LAP TIME WITH HELP FROM US.

Aquatic Training

Adult

SPLASH

Adult Stroke Technique

Jump in and take this opportunity to increase your swimming efficiency and gain confidence. This is a class intended for those who would like assistance with improving their stroke technique, breathing pattern, and endurance. We welcome those who are looking to improve their basic strokes, become a fitness swimmer or train for a triathlon. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

16+

Sep 27-Nov 15

6:00pm-6:45pm

Green Ridge

30897

$70

16+

Sep 29-Nov 17

6:00pm-6:45pm

Green Ridge

30923

$70

16+

Oct 1-Nov 19

10:45am-11:30am

Green Ridge

30898

$70

Water Safety Instructor Training

Ever wondered if you could put your swimming skills to use? Looking for a flexible and rewarding job? Becoming a Water Safety Instructor may be the job for you. This course will give you all the skills necessary to become an effective American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor. You will learn the Red Cross way of teaching that includes parent child classes all the way through adult lessons. Upon completion of course participants are eligible for employment at Green Ridge Recreation Center as a Water Safety Instructor. Must be 16 to be considered for employment. AGES

15+

Adult Swim Lessons

It’s never too late to learn how to swim! Our swim instructors will provide an introductory water program designed for adults or teens that may be fearful about participation in water activities or need assistance developing their basic swimming skills. This is a comfortable, non-threatening environment and with very patient instructors who want to help participants conquer their fear of the water and learn to swim.

AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

16+

Sep 27-Nov 15

6:00pm-6:45pm

Green Ridge

30899

$70

16+

Sep 29-Nov 17

6:00pm-6:45pm

Green Ridge

30924

$70

16+

Oct 1-Nov 19

10:45am-11:30am

Green Ridge

30900

$70

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DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

Dec 13-29

Tu, Th Sa

5:00pm-9:00pm 9:00am-1:00pm

Green Ridge

30934

$200

Ellis Lifeguard Training

Be a part of the aquatics team! This program gives lifeguards the skills and technical knowledge to become an effective member of an aquatics emergency response team. Upon completion of course participants are eligible for employment at the Green Ridge indoor pool and Splash Valley during the summer. Must be 16 to be considered for employment. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

15+

Oct 12-16

W-F Sa-Su

5:00pm-9:00pm 8:00am-2:00pm

Green Ridge

30905

$200

15+

Nov 2-6

W-F Sa-Su

5:00pm-9:00pm 8:00am-2:00pm

Green Ridge

30906

$200

15+

Dec 14-18

W-F Sa-Su

5:00pm-9:00pm 8:00am-2:00pm

Green Ridge

30907

$200

Get the personal attention that you need at a time that’s convenient for your schedule. Ask about private lessons at Green Ridge!

Groups of One to Three

A certified swim instructor will develop a program that meets the goals and swim lesson needs of each individual. Days and times are flexible to accommodate your schedule. Semi-private lessons are for two-to-three individuals at once. Please form groups of similar ages and/or ability levels. AGES

LESSON TYPE

QUANTITY

DURATION

FEE

All

Private

30 minutes

$20

All

Private

30 minutes

$95

All

Private

30 minutes

$160

All

Semi-private

30 minutes

$65 per person

All

Semi-private

30 minutes

$100 per person

Groups of Four or More

Bring your own swimming group! Having a hard time finding a group lesson that works for your family’s busy schedule? If you have four or more people, we are happy to find an instructor and a time during available pool hours so that you can have your swim lesson at your convenience. Gather four or more of your friends together and create your own personalized group lesson. Contact staff for pricing. Call (540) 777-6302 to sign up!

SPLASH

PRIVATE LESSONS ARE A HIT WITH OUR PARENTS!

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Water Exercise

Adult

Hydro Fit

Want a refreshing, energizing low impact workout in the water? HydroFit is for you! Using the properties of water, aerobic exercises are designed to improve your cardiovascular endurance, coordination, agility, flexibility, and muscle strength. All fitness levels are welcome.

Join us in our indoor, heated pool to experience a water-based exercise program specially designed to help participants improve joint flexibility, reduce pain, and stiffness while being supported by the water’s buoyancy and resistance. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

MEMBER

AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

MEMBER

18+

Sep 5-28

M, W

10:00am-10:45am

Green Ridge

30793

$40

16+

Sep 3-24

9:00am-9:50am

Green Ridge

30808

$25

18+

Sep 6-29

Tu, Th

10:00am-10:45am

Green Ridge

30796

$40

16+

Sep 5-26

9:00am-9:50am

Green Ridge

30805

$25

18+

Oct 3-26

M, W

10:00am-10:45am

Green Ridge

30794

$40

16+

Sep 7-28

9:00am-9:50am

Green Ridge

30806

$25

18+

Oct 4-27

Tu, Th

10:00am-10:45am

Green Ridge

30833

$40

16+

Sep 9-30

9:00am-9:50am

Green Ridge

30807

$25

18+

Oct 31-Nov 23

M, W

10:00am-10:45am

Green Ridge

30795

$40

16+

Oct 1-22

9:00am-9:50am

Green Ridge

30803

$25

18+

Nov 1-24

Tu, Th

10:00am-10:45am

Green Ridge

30834

$40

16+

Oct 3-24

9:00am-9:50am

Green Ridge

30797

$25

18+

Nov 28-Dec 21

M, W

10:00am-10:45am

Green Ridge

30835

$40

16+

Oct 5-26

9:00am-9:50am

Green Ridge

30799

$25

18+

Nov 29-Dec 22

Tu, Th

10:00am-10:45am

Green Ridge

30836

$40

16+

Oct 7-28

9:00am-9:50am

Green Ridge

30801

$25

16+

Oct 29-Nov 19

9:00am-9:50am

Green Ridge

30804

$25

16+

Oct 31-Nov 21

9:00am-9:50am

Green Ridge

30798

$25

16+

Nov 2-23

9:00am-9:50am

Green Ridge

30800

$25

16+

Nov 4-25

9:00am-9:50am

Green Ridge

30802

$25

16+

Nov 28-Dec 19

9:00am-9:50am

Green Ridge

31099

$25

16+

Nov 30-Dec 21

9:00am-9:50am

Green Ridge

31100

$25

16+

Dec 2-23

9:00am-9:50am

Green Ridge

31101

$25

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Twinges in the Hinges (Formerly AFAP)

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Hydro Power

Are you ready to increase the intensity of your water workout? If so, join us for Hydro Power! Participants are coached through a rugged workout of drills, tabatas, circuits and interval training. Develop your muscular strength, endurance, and core strength in our ‘liquid gym’ with a variety of equipment. For intermediate and advanced participants. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

MEMBER

16+

Sep 6-29

Tu, Th

9:00am-9:50am

Green Ridge

30809

$40

16+

Oct 4-27

Tu, Th

9:00am-9:50am

Green Ridge

30810

$40

16+

Nov 1-24

Tu, Th

9:00am-9:50am

Green Ridge

30811

$40

16+

Nov 29-Dec 22

Tu, Th

9:00am-9:50am

Green Ridge

31096

$40

Aqua Sculpt

Aqua Sculpt is a high energy, non-impact co-ed class. It is not a traditional bouncy aerobics class, instead the exercises used in this class focus on core strength using levels two and three (no bounce and suspension). The natural resistance of the water sculpts the inches away. This is an excellent class for the person who wants a non-impact class and wants to transition to our HydroPower class. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

MEMBER

16+

Sep 2-23

10:00am-10:45am

Green Ridge

30812

$25

16+

Sep 30-Oct 21

10:00am-10:45am

Green Ridge

30813

$25

16+

Oct 28-Nov 18

10:00am-10:45am

Green Ridge

30814

$25

16+

Nov 25-Dec 16

10:00am-10:45am

Green Ridge

31078

$25

Aqua Kickboxing

Aqua Kickboxing is an innovative, non-competitive class combining the benefits of water’s buoyancy and resistance to increase muscle strength, endurance, agility, coordination, balance, and core stability. Work at your pace while gaining new skills to boost your overall fitness with the opportunity to work out in water and reducing the risk of injury. Perfect for all fitness levels. Instructors: Chris Russ and Tanya Pierson. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

MEMBER

16+

Sep 2-23

5:30pm-6:20pm

Green Ridge

30815

$25

16+

Sep 30-Oct 21

5:30pm-6:20pm

Green Ridge

30816

$25

16+

Oct 28-Nov 18

5:30pm-6:20pm

Green Ridge

30817

$25

16+

Nov 25-Dec 16

5:30pm-6:20pm

Green Ridge

31089

$25

Aqua Boot Camp

AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

MEMBER

16+

Sep 7-28

6:00pm-6:50pm

Green Ridge

30784

$25

16+

Oct 5-26

6:00pm-6:50pm

Green Ridge

30785

$25

16+

Nov 2-23

6:00pm-6:50pm

Green Ridge

30786

$25

16+

Nov 30-Dec 21

6:00pm-6:50pm

Green Ridge

31092

$25

SPLASH

Kick up your exercise program a notch with these drills and hardcore exercises done in the water. This challenging workout will give you an extra push to surpass your comfort zone with water being a great medium for cross training. Aerobic and strength training will include plyometric moves, sprinting, jumping and hopping. Balance and core work will also be included. Join us as we sweat in the water! Swimming skills are not needed.

Aqua Zumba

Splash your way into shape with an invigorating low-impact aquatic exercise. Known as the Zumba® ‘pool party,’ the Aqua Zumba program gives new meaning to the idea of a refreshing workout. Integrating the Zumba philosophy with traditional aquatic fitness disciplines, Aqua Zumba® blends it all together into workout that’s cardio-conditioning, body-toning, and most of all, exhilarating beyond belief. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

MEMBER

16+

Sep 5-28

M, W

8:00am-8:45am

Green Ridge

30830

$40

16+

Sep 5-26

5:30pm-6:15pm

Green Ridge

30827

$25

16+

Oct 3-26

M, W

8:00am-8:45am

Green Ridge

30831

$40

16+

Oct 3-24

5:30pm-6:15pm

Green Ridge

30828

$25

16+

Oct 31-Nov 23

M, W

8:00am-8:45am

Green Ridge

30832

$40

16+

Oct 31-Nov 21

5:30pm-6:15pm

Green Ridge

30829

$25

16+

Nov 28-Dec 21

M, W

8:00am-8:45am

Green Ridge

31087

$40

16+

Nov 28-Dec 19

5:30pm-6:15pm

Green Ridge

31088

$25

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Outdoor Cooking

Cast iron skillets, tin foil, and cake! W

EXPLORE

hen you’ve spent four months of your life hiking the entire Appalachian Trail, you learn a few things! For some people it’s learning to push your body to the limits. For others, it how to keep dry during a storm. For Roanoke County recreation leader Susan Powell, it was how to cook in the great outdoors.

“I think things taste better on the trail,” says Susan. “Because you’re surrounded by beautiful terrain, you’ve expended a lot of energy, and you’ve had the satisfaction of preparing it on your own. It makes you feel good.” Whether it’s picking raspberries along the trail for a Dutch Oven cobbler, or adapting a traditional recipe to be lighter in your backpack by dehydrating the ingredients, Susan figured out how to get the best possible taste into the smallest backpack. We’re not just talking tin-foil wrapped ham-

burgers in the campfire, either! When Susan goes camping, she prepares full meals such as baked pasta, stir-fry, stews and even desserts. Did you know you can make a cake over the fire by hollowing out an orange, pouring in cake batter and wrapping foil around it? “I like to cook gourmet meals high in calories when I’m camping”, says Susan. “Sometimes I do 20 miles a day and I need food that keeps my energy up but has proper nutrition and doesn’t make me feel bad. You can buy camp meals off the shelf for about $12$15, but I can prepare better tasting meals on my own for about $5.” Susan is excited to be sharing her cooking tips again this fall in a class that has been enjoyed by veteran and novice campers alike. Participants will prepare and take home recipes for 10 different meals, while learning about proper technique and maybe getting

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a few camping tips along the way. She plans to focus on the following areas: • Dutch Oven – This type of cooking offers the most versatility. You can cook a variety of one-pot meals or desserts just like you would in your home oven. • Campfire meals – Cooking over an open fire, but with a bit of a gourmet flare! • Car camping – Having a propane stove is just like your two-burner range at home. Susan will show you a few tried and true meals that have good flavor and don’t take too many pots and pans. • Backpacking – Ditch the expensive pre-packaged meals and learn to lighten your load while on the trail while still eating well. Susan’s favorites are pesto pasta and a roasted red pepper dish. According to Susan, you shouldn’t be afraid to try out your recipe at home before

your camping trip. Make sure you have the right mix of ingredients and quantities before you hit the trail. To give you a little “taste” of what’s in store if you take the class, we’ve included a couple camp recipes to try at home. Participants in Roanoke County’s outdoor cooking program are bound to come away with a few new skills, or at least a better appreciation of spending time with nature. Susan Powell believes that the more time you spend outside, the more you learn to appreciate the Earth’s abundant beauty. “In the Roanoke Valley, it’s right outside our back door! My passion is getting people of all ages outside, especially the younger generation. The more you know about the outdoors, the more you want to protect it and get involved in giving back. If my cooking can help get more people outside, I’m one step closer to helping folks get out there and protect the wild places that I love.”

Outdoor Cooking

From the backyard to the backcountry, there is more to outdoor cooking than hotdogs over the fire and dehydrated food from a bag. Join us at Camp Roanoke for a cooking adventure as we teach you how easy it can be to cook delicious and healthy meals outdoors! This class will cover multiple types of camping stoves, dutch oven cooking, and cooking directly over a fire. With 500 nights camped and 6000 miles hiked in the last eight years, Outdoor Educator Susan Powell has fed many a happy camper. She will surely be able to pass along some edible tidbits for the aspiring outdoor chef. All cooking supplies and food are included. Participants under age 16 must be accompanied by an adult. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

12+

Oct 1

1:00pm-5:00pm

Camp Roanoke

31007

$34

NEW: Introduction to Fly Fishing

Come to Explore Park and try your hand at fly fishing! This course, presented by Dr. Kevin Kelleher: Author of ‘Tenkara: Radically Simple Fly Fishing’ will include topics such as: Tenkara vs traditional fly fishing, mini fly tying demo, locating fish, casting, and more! Please bring a valid fishing license. Course meets at Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center.

Chunky Roasted Red Pepper Dip (Serves 4-5)

Ingredients: 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 1 shallot, minced 1 cup walnuts, chopped 1 garlic clove, minced 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1 12-ounce jar roasted red peppers in water, chopped OR 2 red bell peppers, roasted and chopped 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar Salt and pepper, to taste Pita chips Instructions: 1. Heat oil in a large skillet. Add minced shallot and sauté until it begins to brown. 2. Add chopped walnuts and sauté until they just begin to brown and smell toasty. 3. Add garlic, cumin and paprika and sauté another minute or two, or until the spices are fragrant. 4. Remove from heat and add balsamic vinegar and roasted red peppers to the skillet. Season to taste with salt and pepper. 5. Serve with pita chips

AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

12+

Sep 17

9:00am-12:00pm

Explore Park

30984

$25

NEW: Reaching New Heights - Aerial Challenge

Leave the ground behind and conquer new heights on Camp Roanoke’s aerial ropes course. Participants will have the opportunity to ascend into the trees, with safety at the forefront of the experience, and navigate through an exciting series of eight different high ropes challenges before dismounting, via an exhilarating zip line, and returning to the ground. All safety equipment and instruction will be provided. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. Maximum weight for participation is 250 lbs. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

12+

Nov 13

1:00pm-5:00pm

Camp Roanoke

31012

$34

Spring Hollow Exploration

With a drainage area of 540 acres and boasting beautiful scenery and abundant wildlife, the Spring Hollow Reservoir is much more than just our drinking water. Generally closed to the public, participants will take an interpretive hike around the reservoir, including crossing over the 990 ft. long dam, experiencing the areas unique and natural surroundings. Following the hike head next door to the water treatment facility for a fun and informative tour to learn more about the water we drink. Please bring a bag lunch and water bottle. Children must be accompanied by an adult. AGES

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DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

10+

Nov 19

9:00am-3:00pm

Camp Roanoke

30846

$15

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FAMILY HIKING SERIES: NEW: The World Beneath Our Feet

Let’s explore the habitat that is right under our feet at Explore Park. We will hike on the trails as we discover the busy and amazing world happening underground; from complex food webs to surprising diversity, you won’t be able to see that stuff under your feet as just dirt ever again. This is a family-friendly, all ages program. Please bring water and wear closed-toe shoes. Children under age 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Please, no strollers. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

Sep 17

1:00pm-3:00pm

Explore Park

30991

NEW: Nature Trackers

Learn how to be a Nature Tracker as we set out on the Explore Park trails. We will learn how we can look, listen, feel, and even smell to discover and observe nature all around us and record our observations in our handmade nature journals. This is a family-friendly, all ages program. Please bring water and wear closed-toe shoes. Children under age 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Please, no strollers.

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DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

Oct 8

10:00am-12:00pm

Explore Park

30992

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NEW: Plants & Animals - Ready for Winter

As the days get shorter and the temperature gets cooler we aren’t the only ones that need to prepare for the cold weather that winter brings. Take a guided hike and find out how the plants and animals of our area make it through the winter months. This is a family friendly, all ages program. Bring water and dress accordingly for the weather. Children under age 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Please, no strollers. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

Dec 17

10:00am-12:00pm

Explore Park

30988

Adult

NEW: Nature in the Parks

Spend the morning exploring one of our area parks while we learn about the nature around us. We will take an age appropriate nature walk and follow it up with activities and a craft. After the program, feel free to stay and enjoy the playground and picnic facilities. Please dress accordingly for the weather and be prepared for the possibility of getting wet. AGES

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DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

All

Aug 25

10:00am-12:00pm

Whispering Pines Park

30542

NEW: Discover the Foresters Trail

The Foresters Trail has a story to tell. Take a pleasant walk through the woods and hear that story from a professional forester. Learn to identify trees, recognize soil formation in action, and spy the signs of development and decline in a forest. This great educational opportunity for all ages will introduce you to modern forestry practices and the balance that foresters strike between providing wood products for society and preserving the unique and highly diverse ecosystem of our forestland. Hosted by the Blue Ridge Chapter of the Society of American Foresters (SAF). AGES

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DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

Aug 27

3:00pm-5:00pm

Explore Park

30549

NEW: Beautiful Bugs

Come out and learn about bugs! Find out why they are actually quite cool, very important and so very beautiful as we explore the habitats at Explore Park. We’ll take a family friendly hike to look for butterflies, dragonflies and some of our other insect friends. Please wear sturdy closed toe shoes and bring a water bottle. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

Aug 27

10:00am-12:00pm

Explore Park

30546

Evening Owl Exploration

Come out to Camp Roanoke for an evening of owl exploration! You will learn about the calls, features, and lifestyles of local owls, dissect an owl pellet, and enjoy a night hike lead by a naturalist! Following the hike, you can stick around for a campfire with S’mores! If you are lucky, you may witness these nocturnal creatures in their natural habitat! Please bring closed toe shoes and a water bottle. Children must be accompanied by a paid, registered adult. Pre-registration is necessary. Please, no strollers. DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

Sep 10

6:30pm-9:30pm

Camp Roanoke

30839

NEW: Toad Patrol - Amphibians and Reptiles

Learn about the amphibians and reptiles that make the wetlands and meadow their home. Through observation and handson activities, discover interesting facts about these important animals. Participants will build a toad house to take home! Please meet at the boardwalk by the bench. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

All

Oct 8

10:00am-12:00pm

South Co Lib

30985

Come have a ball with fungi and fun naturalists! Join us on the hunt for native mushrooms as we learn identification techniques, fungi’s role in VA forests, and maybe a joke or two! Please wear closed-toe shoes and bring a water bottle. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please, no strollers. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

Oct 8

3:00pm-5:00pm

Camp Roanoke

31001

Nov 5

10:00am-12:00pm

Explore Park

31002

NEW: Fall Colors at Happy Hallow Gardens

Fall hiking in our area is not to be missed, and Happy Hallow Gardens is a wonderful place to enjoy the vibrant colors! Take a guided hike at this hidden gem of Roanoke County. Please bring water and wear closed-toe shoes. No strollers, please. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

Oct 22

10:00am-12:00pm

Happy Hollow Gardens

30993

Wednesday Morning Hikes for Active Adults

Looking for something to do during the week? One Wednesday a month get outside and enjoy a hike on the trails of Roanoke County’s parks, guided by one of our naturalists. The trails include Happy Hollow Gardens, Explore Park, and Green Hill Park, all perfect for a morning walk! We will enjoy the trails and explore topics related to the area and the seasons. These hikes are meant to accommodate a wide range of fitness levels. Please wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes and bring a water bottle. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

55+

Sep 21

10:00am-12:00pm

Happy Hollow

31112

55+

Oct 19

10:00am-12:00pm

Explore Park

31114

55+

Nov 16

10:00am-12:00pm

Green Hill Park

31115

55+

Dec 21

10:00am-12:00pm

Explore Park

31116

12 Months, 12 Hikes

You’ve read about our monthly hikes in The Roanoke Times. Our hikers have been enjoying the same trail each month in order to more clearly experience how our natural world changes throughout the year. This two mile hike will take us down to the Roanoke riverfront and onto the Blue Ridge Trail. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

Sep 10

11:00am-1:30pm

Explore Park

30218

Sep 10

2:00pm-4:30pm

Explore Park

30219

Oct 22

11:00am-1:30pm

Explore Park

31120

Nov 12

11:00am-1:30pm

Explore Park

31121

Dec 10

11:00am-1:30pm

Explore Park

31122

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Wild Mushroom Hike

NEW: Wild Wetlands - Nature on the Boardwalk

Come explore the diverse animal and plant life of the wetlands and adjoining meadow. After a short introduction, participants will have the opportunity to explore and discover animals and plants of the wetlands using “Nature Study – Biology Buckets”. A variety of “Biology Buckets” will be provided. Example: Insect Bucket contains: Magnifiers, bug houses, small nets, insect guides, checklists, fun facts and activity page. Pre-register preferred. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

All

Aug 20

10:00am-12:00pm

South Co Lib

30595

NEW: Harvest Moon Hike

EXPLORE

Come out for a guided evening hike at Explore Park as we enjoy the light of the last full moon of the summer season. We will walk the trails of the park as they change from day to night, enjoy the sights and sounds unique to this time of day, and have a special bug catching activity. We will finish up the hike with a campfire and s’mores. Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes and bring a flashlight. Program will begin at Journeys End Parking Lot. Children under age 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Please, no strollers.

AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

Sep 16

6:30pm-8:30pm

Explore Park

30989

NEW: Hunter’s Moon Hike

Enjoy the crisp fall air as the sun sets and the first full moon of Fall lights our way while we take a guided hike on the trails at Explore Park. We will look for wildlife and enjoy the sights and sounds unique to this time of day. We’ll finish the hike with a campfire and s’mores. Wear sturdy, closed-toe shoes and bring a flashlight. Program will begin at Journeys End Parking Lot. Children under age 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Please, no strollers. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

Oct 16

6:00pm-8:00pm

Explore Park

30990

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NEW: Insects, Spiders, Pill Bugs, & Millipedes!

If it has six or more legs we will be on the lookout for them! Discover the many arthropods that live in the wetland and meadow below the S. County Library. Learn to capture, identify, and investigate these fascinating creatures. Make an arthropod to take home! Please meet at the boardwalk by the bench. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

All

Oct 22

10:00am-12:00pm

South Co Lib

30987

NEW: Animal Traces & Signs

Believe it or not, there are hundreds of animals that make the wetlands and meadow their home. In order to protect themselves, animals have adapted ways to avoid predators. Special adaptations also assist animals in catching prey and keeping their young safe. We’ll take a walk, look closely and discover the tracks and traces of the animals that call this habitat their home. Please meet at the boardwalk by the bench. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

All

Nov 12

10:00am-12:00pm

South Co Lib

30986

NEW: Plants & Animals - Ready for Winter

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

All

Dec 3

10:00am-12:00pm

South Co Lib

31098

Fa m i l y

Adult

Stand Up Paddleboarding (SUP)

SUP is quickly becoming a favorite river activity for anyone who wants a fun and new way to play on the water. Start the experience with an on-land lesson taught by a certified paddleboard instructor followed by time in the water to practice and hone your paddling skills. Top off the practice sessions with a trip on the river to get a true SUP experience. Must be able to swim. Classes designed for beginners. All equipment, gear, and instruction included. Group will meet at The Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center. AGES

Mountain Biking - Trail Ride Essentials

Leave the asphalt behind and let us get you in gear for the trails. Learn the basics of mountain biking with an International Mountain Bike Association certified instructor. They will provide you with the skills and knowledge needed to get out there on your own. Our guides also provide plenty of information on the best local trails and rides suited to your ability, which is helpful for anyone new to the sport. No experience necessary. Mountain bikes, helmets and all instruction provided.

DATE

DAY

TIME

DEPART FROM

COURSE

FEE

AGES

14+

Sep 6

9:30am-12:00pm

Explore Park

30818

$42

14+

Sep 13

9:30am-12:00pm

Explore Park

30819

$42

14+

Sep 28

9:30am-12:00pm

Explore Park

31008

$42

NEW: SUP Tour

Enjoy a morning paddle along the Roanoke River as you cruise downstream from Explore Park towards Hardy Ford. This is a great course for anyone who would like to improve their paddling and SUP technique, as well as get out for a 2-3 mile paddle and enjoy the natural surroundings. This will be an ‘out and back’ trip as opposed to Point A to Point B. Must have completed Intro to SUP or have prior SUP experience. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

DEPART FROM

COURSE

FEE

16+

Aug 23

9:30am-12:00pm

Explore Park

30503

$42

DATE

DAY

TIME

DEPART FROM

COURSE

FEE

14+

Sep 8

9:30am-12:00pm

Explore Park

31009

$42

14+

Sep 29

9:30am-12:00pm

Explore Park

31010

$42

14+

Oct 11

9:30am-12:00pm

Explore Park

31011

$42

Canoe with a Naturalist

See Explore Park from another angle. Journey with our naturalist on the Roanoke River for a different view of our forest and its inhabitants. No experience necessary. Must be able to swim. All equipment included. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

DEPART FROM

COURSE

FEE

12+

Sep 18

2:00pm-5:00pm

Explore Park

31014

$25

Kayak The New River

Whether you’re a beginner or have paddled before, everyone will enjoy this fun and exhilarating day of paddling. You’ll get handson instruction to maximize the rewarding feeling of paddling this Class I and II, seven mile stretch with our trained guides. We’ll take breaks and have lunch along the way. No experience necessary. Must be able to swim and capable of prolonged physical activity. Please bring a lunch and water. Transportation, guides, and all equipment included. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

DEPART FROM

COURSE

FEE

12+

Sep 24

9:00am-5:00pm

Green Ridge

30686

$45

Beginner Kayaking Trip

AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

DEPART FROM

COURSE

FEE

12+

Sep 17

10:00am-4:00pm

Green Ridge

30840

$45

EXPLORE

Join us for a leisurely and fun stretch of the nearby James River with our experienced guides. Following an orientation with your kayak, paddle down river and enjoy the natural surroundings with breaks and time for lunch along the way. Each participant gets an individual sit-on-top kayak. No experience necessary. Must be able to swim. Transportation and all equipment included. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Please Note: The Firearms Safety - Concealment Class has been moved to the Learn section pg 29.

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Fa m i l y

Scenic Family Ride

Seated adjacent to the Peaks of Otter and with endless miles of trail, join the equine experts at Reba Farm and enjoy scenic landscapes while learning to ride and work with your horse companion. Participants will learn basic horsemanship skills including mounting, riding technique, and more before setting off on a guided countryside ride. No experience necessary. Must wear closed-toe shoes and long pants. Transportation, helmets, and tack included. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

DEPART FROM

COURSE

FEE

Oct 22

12:00pm-5:30pm

Green Ridge

30842

$59

Wildlife Excursion

It’s time to saddle up and experience the sights and sounds of the local wildlife. Create and share homemade treats with some of the critters on a fun-filled and scenic horseback trail ride. Following this, enjoy a delicious and hearty cowboy style meal at Reba Farm Inn’s Bed and Breakfast. You’ll then remount your horse and conclude the day with a ride back to the stables. No experience necessary. Transportation, dinner, helmets and all tack included. Children must be accompanied by an adult. DATE

DAY

TIME

DEPART FROM

COURSE

FEE

Sep 11

9:30am-4:30pm

Green Ridge

30843

$65

Nov 5

9:30am-4:30pm

Green Ridge

30844

$65

Ride along through the scenic countryside and celebrate the holiday season with your family at Reba Farm Inn on this merry, cowboy style experience. We’ll first craft-up edible ornaments to be hung on a secluded, trailside Christmas Tree reached by means of a fun filled horseback ride. We’ll then ride over to Reba Farm Inn, enjoy the elaborate decorations, warm up by the fire, and enjoy a delicious, hot and hearty cowboy style meal. Conclude the day on horseback, with a ride back to the stables. No experience necessary. Transportation, lunch, helmets and all tack included. Children must be accompanied by an adult. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

DEPART FROM

COURSE

FEE

Dec 10

9:30am-6:00pm

Green Ridge

31013

$65

Horsemanship for Active Adults

Horses are not just for the young, but for the young at heart! No matter your age, we have the right techniques, the right horses, and years of horsemanship expertise and knowledge. Choose the experience that’s right for you! Whether you’re more interested in learning to handle, groom, and feed, or are curious about mounting and riding the horse from the saddle, it’s all possible! Conclude the day with a cowboy-style meal served at the barn. Meal, equipment, and transportation included in the fee. Must wear long pants and closed-toe shoes. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

DEPART FROM

COURSE

FEE

45+

Oct 2

12:00pm-7:00pm

Green Ridge

30841

$65

EXPLORE

AGES

Cowboy Christmas

HAVEN’T YOU HEARD? HORSEBACK RIDING IS IN!

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HISTORIC TOUR WITH WINE & BEER TO FOLLOW... COUNT US IN! A

Adult

Red Hill Plantation Tour & Winery/Brewery Tastings Barboursville Vineyards Travel back in time to Patrick Henry’s retirement home, Red Hill Plantation, followed by a visit to San Soucy Vineyard & Staunton River Brewing Company. Sample craft beer at Campbell County’s first brewery or sip on the vineyard’s delicious sangria. Lunch will be available for purchase on site at the brewery/winery. Lunch and tastings are not included in price of trip. Fee includes Red Hill Plantation fee and van transportation. This trip is for adults 21 and over only. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

DEPART FROM

COURSE

FEE

21+

Oct 15

7:45am-7:45pm

Brambleton

31194

$50

21+

Oct 15

8:00am-7:30pm

Green Ridge

31194

$50

A tradition of artisan brewing has existed in the UK, Germany and Belgium for numerous centuries. The microbrewing movement revived in the US in the 1960’s and now the Roanoke Valley and its surrounding areas are filled with a wide variety of craft breweries. Join us on Saturday October 8th as we travel to sample their libations. Must be 21 and over to attend. Fee includes transportation and staff, all beverages must be purchased on your own. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

Depart from

COURSE

FEE

21+

Oct 8

11:00am-8:00pm

Green Ridge

30563

$25

AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

DEPART FROM

COURSE

FEE

21+

Oct 26

21+

Oct 26

8:45am-8:15pm

Brambleton

30587

$88

9:00am-8:00pm

Green Ridge

30587

$88

EXPLORE

Craft Brewery Tour

Explore the tastes of the oldest vineyard in Virginia and winner of several wine awards. Travel back in time to an 18th Century estate just outside of Charlottesville. This trip includes transportation on Abbott bus, a tour of the winery, a tasting of ten different wines in a souvenir glass, box lunch from the Palladio Restaurant at the Vineyards, and time for a self-guided tour of the Landmark Ruins. All planned during one of the most beautiful seasons in Virginia, Fall. Additional wines are available for sampling by the glass. Wine will be available for transport back to Roanoke but is unable to be consumed after leaving winery while on the bus. Must be at least 21 to attend. Dinner stop on return trip to Roanoke is not included in fee.

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55+ Ov

er 55

NEW: Wohlfahrt Haus - The Gospel Side of Elvis

Stephen Freeman is an award winning and nationally known Elvis Tribute Artist. He has wowed audiences with his performance of Elvis, spanning his career from the 50’s to the 70’s in great detail. All costumes worn by Stephen Freeman are authentic replicas of Elvis’s original stage wear. Enjoy this special matinée performance of the King signing the Gospel. Fee includes lunch, theatre ticket, bus transportation and escorts. AGES

DATE

DAY

55+

Sep 28

55+

Sep 28

TIME

DEPART FROM

COURSE

FEE

9:45am-6:15pm

Brambleton

30135

$73

10:15am-5:45pm

Green Ridge

30135

$73

Collete Presents - New Orleans

Join Collette as they give you a Special Presentation on our trip to New Orleans. You will be given information on all the payments and processes you will have to do upon your trip. Get to know people that may be going on the very same trip. This presentation will help you better understand and get excited about the trip we have planned for you. Must register for this event. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

PLACE

COURSE

FEE

55+

Oct 4

1:00pm-2:30pm

Brambleton

30861

NEW: Poplar Forest

Hidden away in the middle of the suburban neighborhoods of Forest, VA, you will find one of the most amazing gems that exists in these modern times. Drive back in time to visit the final residence of the architect of the Declaration of Independence. See his innovative architecture style and learn why the White House was designed like this house. Join us for lunch on your own at Olde Liberty Station. This old train station has been converted to a beautiful restaurant and still retains many of the old architectural details, such as the ticket booth. The D-Day Memorial tour will be our last stop before heading home. Fee includes, bus transportation, two tours, and escorts. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

DEPART FROM

COURSE

FEE

55+

Mar 16

55+

Mar 16

8:20am-4:30pm

Brambleton

30847

$54

8:50am-4:00pm

Green Ridge

30847

$54

HISTORY COMES ALIVE WITH A GREAT TOUR!

EXPLORE

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE HISTORIC HOME THEY BASED THE WHITE HOUSE ON.

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JOIN US FOR OUR ANNUAL VISIT TO THE BARTER THEATRE! 55+ Ov

er 55

NEW: Barter Theatre - A Christmas Carol

Join us for a Christmas favorite at the historic Barter theatre located in Abingdon, Virginia. Begin your journey by stopping at the Heartwood Artisans Center on the way to Abington, which includes four different art galleries of artists in Southwest, VA for you to shop. Then, we will head to a delicious, all-inclusive priced lunch entrée at the Peppermill, a beautiful colonialrevival style home that was built in 1909. After lunch, you will head to the historic Barter Theatre for a matinée in Tier 1 seating. Since opening its doors in 1933, it remains one of the longestrunning professional theatres in the nation. Come and relive the excitement of Ebenezer Scrooge’s ghost-guided look into his past, present and future. Take part in his journey from his small and selfish life to a life of generosity, brotherhood and love. Fee includes breakfast biscuit, matinée theatre ticket, an all-inclusive lunch entrée with drink and dessert at The Peppermill, escort and bus transportation. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

DEPART FROM

COURSE

FEE

55+

Dec 8

7:15am-7:30pm

Brambleton

30654

$110

55+

Dec 8

7:30am-7:15pm

Green Ridge

30654

$110

Christmas at Hotel Roanoke

Take some time for yourself during the busy holiday season and treat yourself to the fabulous luncheon buffet at Hotel Roanoke. Stop at the downtown farmers market on the ways to the hotel and experience the different arts and crafts they have to offer. Enjoy the beautiful decorations of the hotel and the grand display of trees decorated by area businesses. After lunch enjoy Buy the Season marketplace. You will find something unique for any member on you Christmas list. From mason jars to rusty starts they have it all. Over 150 vendors to choose from. Fee includes, lunch buffet, festival of trees, van transportation and escorts. AGES

DATE

DAY

TIME

DEPART FROM

COURSE

FEE

55+

Dec 13

55+

Dec 13

10:00am-3:00pm

Brambleton

30848

$49

10:00am-3:00pm

Green Ridge

30848

$49

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Adult

Rediscover Cuba

February 28 - March 8, 2017 • $5,549pp

EXPLORE

Spend three nights in Cuba’s pristine beaches of Cayo Santa Maria and four nights in historic Havana. Enjoy an interactive lecture on the instruments used to produce the distinctive ‘Sound of Cuba.’ Meet the owners of one of Havana’s paladars, a small specialty restaurant with its own organic farm. Included in price: round trip air from Roanoke, air taxes and fee/surcharges and hotel transfers. Register online or call (540) 772-7529 to sign up!

New Orleans Trip

July 17-25, 2017 • $2,419pp

Journey through Louisiana’s swamp country on a narrated cruise. Join a local guide for a walking tour of the famous French Quarter, St. Louis Cemetery, Jazz clubs, and learn to cook New Orleans style. Take a walk through history at the national World War II Museum to learn about the American experience in the war. Your trip will end by eating a the restaurant the city is known for French-Creole. Come learn more at our Collette presentation on October 4th. Deposits due February 17, 2017. Register online or call (540) 777-6353 to sign up!

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Cross Country Campout

October 8-9, 2016 • $150pp • #30845

Capture the spirit of adventure on this all inclusive backcountry excursion. You will first be introduced to horse packing, where all gear and supplies are carried on horseback, as well as basic horsemanship skills. Next, everyone will be partnered with a horse and set out on a cross country ride to a peaceful and private campsite. At camp you have options for more riding and exploring or just relax and enjoy the provided snacks and beverages. Expect a delicious dinner and campfire for the evening and a hearty breakfast and scenic ride in the morning. No experience necessary. Trail guides, meals, transportation, helmets, and camping gear provided. Must wear closed-toe shoes and long pants. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

April 4-5, 2017 • $365pp • #30869

Pack an overnight bag and get ready for an all-inclusive experience of Amish country in Lancaster, Pennsylvania! Your first stop will be lunch at Cracker Barrel in Winchester, VA. After arriving in Lancaster, you will stay at the Hershey Farm Inn, which has scenic walking trails and farm animals to enjoy. Later that day, you will indulge in a buffet dinner at the Fireside Tavern, which has beautiful views of the serene Lancaster county farmland. Your next day will begin with a breakfast smörgåsbord at Hersey Farm Inn, before you head on a group tour to the Amish Village. The Amish Village is an authentic country tour, which includes a one-room schoolhouse, barn with farm animals, blacksmith shop, smokehouse market and more. After the tour, you will travel to the Sight & Sound Theatre, the largest faith-based live theatre in the country, to watch the play of ‘Jonah’. Described as ‘Christian Broadway’, the theatre hosted nearly a million people from around the world last year with their spectacular lighting, music, dancing and acting. After the matinée, a family-style lunch will be provided back at the Hershey Farm Inn, before departing for home. Dinner on the way back will be on your own; all other costs, including housekeeping and luggage handling gratuity at the hotel, are included in this price. Overnight trip. Explore Recreation Magazine • Fall 2016

EXPLORE

Sights & Sounds of PA

Visit www.RoanokeCountyParks.com for a complete list of facilities and directions, or call (540) 387-6078 for more information.

Roanoke County PRT Advisory Commission Catawba District

Hollins District

Donna Wooldridge Larry Peterson

Cave Spring District

Debbie George

Murray Cook Ssunny Shah

Vinton District

Fred Corbett Jay Glenn

Member At Large

Windsor Hills District

David Linden Ranny Grubb

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VRFA / Explore Park

Mike Roop Richard Tomlinson

Bill Tanger David Hurt

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Administrative Staff

Doug Blount, Director Mark Courtright, Assistant Director of Parks David Weir, Assistant Director of Recreation

The advisory commission meets the 3rd Thursday of every month at 6pm at our administrative office at 1206 Kessler Mill Rd. The public is welcome, but we request you contact the office at (540) 387-6078 in advance to add an item to the agenda.

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Shelter Rental 10. Hollins Park 11. Ingersoll Rand Field

Community Parks

12. M.A. Banks Park

1. Arnold R. Burton Complex

13. Mayflower Hills Park

2. Bent Mountain Park

14. Merriman Soccer Complex

3. Bonsack Park

15. Mount Pleasant Park

4. Brookside Park

16. Northside Complex

5. Clearbrook Park

17. Oak Grove Park

6. C. Darrell Shell Park

18. Sadler Park

7. Gearhart Park

19. Stonebridge Park

8. Goode Park

20. Wayside Park

9. Happy Hollow Gardens

21. Whispering Pines Park

Parks shown on these pages with the picnic shelter icon may be reserved for full day rental from April 1 through October 31 each year, with reservations beginning February 1. Rates start at $50. • Call (540) 387-6078 ext 0 • Or book online at: www.RoanokeCountyParks.com by clicking on the Register Online icon and selecting the Picnic Shelter Rentals tab.

Small Facilities 1. Catawba Center 4965 Catawba Creek Rd. 24070 • (540) 387-6078 2. Craig Avenue Recreation Center 900 Chestnut St. 24179 • (540) 857-5035 3. Kessler Mill Administrative Office 1206 Kessler Mill Rd. 24153 • (540) 387-6078

Regional Facilities

GR - Green Ridge Recreation Center & Splash Valley

GR 7415 Wood Haven Road, 24019 • (540) 777-6300

This 76,000 square foot facility features a wellness center, gymnasium, indoor pool and activity room. Splash Valley Water Park is open from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Two multipurpose rooms and the gym are available for rent, all with free wireless access. Book a birthday party at our indoor pool starting at just $150 for an hour in the pool, plus an hour in our exclusive party room. Call (540) 777-6306 to book your rental. BC - Brambleton Center

BC 3738 Brambleton Avenue, 24018 • (540) 772-7529

Centrally located in the Cave Spring area, this is Roanoke County’s premiere arts and leisure center. Brambleton is also home to Therapeutic Recreation Services, and the 4H Cooperative Extension. Room rentals are available starting at only $25 per hour. CR - Camp Roanoke

CR 6498 Dry Hollow Road, 24153 • (540) 387-6114

During the summer months, Camp Roanoke is a sleep away camp for youth. The rest of the year the facility is a base of operations for outdoor recreation programs, and available for corporate rental or team building. VC - Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor’s Center

VC Blue Ridge Parkway Milepost 115, 24014 • (540) 427-1800

This welcome center is the gateway to the Roanoke Valley for many Blue Ridge Parkway travelers. Inside you can tour a museum about the history of the parkway and the region, pick up travel information and shop in a gift shop full of unique locally crafted items. Open seasonally, this facility is also available for community rental.

Regional Parks Explore Park

EX Blue Ridge Parkway Milepost 115, 24014 • (540) 387-6078

Roanoke County took over the operation of Explore Park. Over the next few months we will be creating a master plan for the property, with the goal of creating a regional outdoor attraction. Currently, visitors to the park can enjoy over 9-miles of walking and bike trails, or access the Roanoke River at Rutrough Point. Green Hill Park

GH 2501 Parkside Drive, 24153 • (540) 387-6078

This park is home to some of Roanoke County’s largest special events, such as Touch-a-Truck and the Marine Mud Run. With a large, flat grassy field and ample parking, Green Hill is a popular spot for races and sporting events. There are also two rentable picnic shelters and access to the Roanoke River. Read Mountain Preserve

RM 6101 Crumpacker Drive, 24019 • (540) 387-6078

Preserving 243 acres of forested mountainside in east Roanoke County, Read Mountain Preserve is home to 5-miles of trails of moderate to strenuous difficulty. A journey to the top of Read Mountain will lead you to Buzzard’s Rocks, one of the most impressive views in the Roanoke Valley. Vinyard Park

VP 150 Vinyard Park Drive, 24179 • (540) 387-6078

Vinyard is the largest park in Vinton, and serves as the home athletic field for several sports leagues or teams. The park contains 86 acres of field space, plus a rentable picnic shelter and playground. Garst Mill Park

GM 2699 Willowlawn Street, 24018 • (540) 387-6078

Nestled in a suburban area of Cave Spring, Garst Mill Park follows the path of Mud Lick Creek for about a mile. A central feature is the mile long paved greenway that runs the length of the park. Garst Mill is loaded with amenities such as basketball and tennis courts, as well as a variety of ball fields. Walrond Park

WP 6842 Walrond Drive, 24019 • (540) 387-6078

Walrond Park is loaded with amenities including some of the area’s best public tennis courts, and a new 2/3 mile loop path and boardwalk trail around Walrond Pond. The park also features a disc golf course, and one of Virginia’s only purpose-built Soap-Box Derby tracks. Starkey Park

SP 5701 Crystal Creek Drive, 24018 • (540) 387-6078

This park is home to one of Roanoke County’s largest collection of athletic fields, including several baseball diamonds and the adjacent Merriman Soccer Complex. Additional amenities include one of the County’s newest handicap accessible playground and a rentable picnic shelter.

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