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After School Activity Program (ASAP) 2011
The Galax Parks and Recreation Department offers quality supervised programs for boys and girls ages 5 -12 who attend Galax City Schools. This program is held Monday through Friday, except when Galax City Schools are closed for teacher workdays, holidays, inclement weather or other scheduled closings.
Galax Recreation Center
3:00 - 6:00 pm
Monday - Friday
$37.00 per week (special rates for more than one child in the same household)
*Notice – When Galax City Schools let out before noon because of inclement weather, etc., the After School Program will not operate. When schools let out at noon or later, the After School Program will pick up your child. For more information, call 236-3218.
Skies Over Galax Program
A program about the stars. Fall and Winter sites.
September 21, 2011- October 19, 2011
Wednesdays 7:00pm
Galax Rec Center (3rd Floor Activity Room)
Digital Photography for Senior Citizens
Learn all you need to know about your digital camera and how to take outstanding photographs you’ll be proud of.
Session I
November 29, 2011 – January 3, 2012
Tuesdays
8:00 – 10:00 am
Limit: 20
Cost: FREE
Must register by November 23, 2011 to attend
Session II
March 6 – April 10, 2012
Tuesdays
8:00 – 10:00 am
Limit: 20
Cost: FREE
Must register by March 2, 2012 to attend
CROCHET CLASS / MACROME FOR BEGINNERS
Learn the basic stitches of crochet and the basic macramé knots and how to read and understand directions for simple projects you make on your own with instructor Michael Dees.
When: March 6, 13, 20, 27, 2012 – Tuesdays
Time: 9:00 – 11:00 am
Limit: 4
Cost: Free
Register by March 2, 2012 to attend.
SIGN LANGUAGE FOR SENIOR CITIZENS
Learn the basics of sign language to improve your communication skills with the hearing impaired.
When: February 7, 14, 21, 28, 2012 – Tuesdays
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 Noon
Limit: 10
Cost: FREE
Instructors: Keisha Phillips and Sarah Perry
Must register by February 3, 2012 to attend
SILVERSNEAKERS® RANGE OF MOTION AND MUSCLE STRENGTHENING CLASS
This program is developed by the Humana Health Care Group and provides strengthening exercises for all major muscle groups and helps individuals with improved range of motion exercises. Small hand weights, balls and exercise bands are used to improve performance. Some select Medicare plans participate in SilverSneakers. Call your plan to see if they participate.
Session IV
August 15 – September 23, 2011
No class Monday, September 5, 2011 (Labor Day)
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time: 11:00 – 11:45 am
Cost: $30.00
Session I
September 26 – November 4, 2011
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time: 11:00 – 11:45 am
Cost: $30.00
free for Humana members
Session II
November 7 – December 16, 2011
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time: 11:00 – 11:45 am
Cost: $30.00
No class November 25, 2011
free for Humana members
Session III
January 2 – February 10, 2012
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time: 11:00 – 11:45 am
Cost: $30.00
free for Humana members
Session IV
February 13 – March 23, 2012
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time: 11:00 – 11:45 am
Cost: $30.00
free for Humana members
SILVERSNEAKERS® YOGA STRETCH
Yoga Stretch will move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of postures designed to increase flexibility, balance and range of motion. Restorative breathing exercises and a final relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity. Endorsed by Humana Health Care and free to their policy holders. Some select Medicare plans participate in SilverSneakers. Call your plan to see if they participate.
Session IV
August 15 – September 23, 2011
No class Monday, September 5, 2011 (Labor Day)
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
9:15 – 10:00 am
Limit: None
Cost: $30.00
free for Humana members
Session I
September 26 – November 4, 2011
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time: 9:15 – 10:00 am
Limit: None
Cost: $30.00
free for Humana members
Session II
November 7 – December 16, 2011
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time: 9:15 – 10:00 am
Limit: None
Cost: $30.00
free for Humana members
No class on November 25, 2011
Session III
January 2 – February 10, 2012
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time: 9:15 – 10:00 am
Limit: None
Cost: $30.00
free for Humana members
Session IV
February 13 – March 23, 2012
Monday ~ Wednesday ~ Friday
Time: 9:15 – 10:00 am
Limit: None
Cost: $30.00
free for Humana members
Learning Computers for Senior Citizens
You’re never too old to learn something new. Catch up to today’s technology with instructor Ed Pasley and learn how to use a computer, send e-mail, and much more.
Beginners Class
July 26 – September 6, 2011
No class held August 9 due to Fiddler’s Convention
Must register by July 22, 2011 to attend
January 17 – February 21, 2012
Register by January 13, 2012
April 24 – May 22, 2012
Register by April 20, 2012
Tuesdays
8:00 – 9:00 am
Limit: 10
Cost: FREE
Intermediate / Advanced Class
July 26 – September 6, 2011
No class held August 9 due to Fiddler’s Convention
Must register by July 22, 2011 to attend
January 17 – February 21, 2012
Register by January 13, 2012
April 24 – May 22, 2012
Register by April 20, 2012
Tuesdays
9:30 – 10:30 am
Limit: 10
Cost: FREE
Pre-Planning Burial Seminars
Seminar #1 Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Seminar #2 Wednesday, January 25, 2012
Time: 10:30am-12:00pm
Where: Galax Rec Center (3rd Floor Activity Room)
The staff of Vaughan-Guynn Funeral Home will be here for an informational session that will provide answers to all of your questions on pre-burial planning.
Cost: Free
Registration begins August 26th
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Spinning Classes
Are you looking for a new way to stay fit and lose those unwanted pounds?? Well, why not spin your way into shape with a spinning class at the Galax Recreation Center. This instructor-led class is open to all levels from beginners to the advanced rider and will guide you through different workout phases (warm-up, steady, up tempo cadences, sprints, climbs, running, jumping and cool down) all to upbeat music at your own pace.
*Classes are scheduled in six-week sessions. Eight (8) bikes are available for the six-week class session registration. One (1) bike is for class daily call-in reservations.
*Morning class reservations will be taken the day before first come first served on a call in reservation list.
*Evening class reservations will be taken the day of the class first come first served on a call in reservation list.
Cost: $45.00 (per six-week session)
$5.00 (per daily reservation)
Morning Spin
Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Class #1 6:15 – 7:15 am
Class #2 9:30 – 10:30 am
From Previous Brochure:
Session 4 (August 15 – September 23, 2011)
No class September 5
Session 1 (September 26 - November 4, 2011)
Session 2 (November 7 - December 16, 2011)
Christmas Session (December 19-30, 2011)
Special Session Price FREE!! FREE!! FREE!!
Session 3 (January 2 - February 10, 2012)
Session 4 (February 13 - March 23, 2012)
Evening Spin
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday
Class #1 5:30 – 6:30 pm
Class # 2 6:45 – 7:45 pm
From Previous Brochure:
Session 4 (August 15 – September 23, 2011)
No class September 5
Session 1 (September 26 - November 3, 2011)
Session 2 (November 7 - December 15, 2011)
Christmas Session (December 19-29, 2011)
Special Session Price FREE!! FREE!! FREE!!
Session 3 (January 2 - February 9, 2012)
Session 4 (February 13 - March 22, 2012)
Zumba Fitness With Alice
This popular Latin dance fitness class is back with Alice Mountcasel leading this high-energy exercise for teens and adults who love to move to the upbeat music.
Tuesdays & Thursdays
6:00 – 7:00 pm
Cost: $5.00 per class or $45.00 for a ten week punch card. Registration is not required. Just pay the night of the class.
September – March
Wednesday Pilates
Helps strengthen inner core and back muscles and helps improve range of motion.
Instructor: Norma Haynes
Day: Wednesdays
Time: 6:30 – 7:30 pm
Cost: $20.00
Multi-purpose Room 3rd Floor
Session 1 (September 28 – November 16, 2011)
Session 2 (November 23, 2011 – January 11, 2012)
Session 3 (January 18 – March 7, 2012)
WEIGHT LOSS SUPPORT GROUP 1401
Can’t seem to lose those extra pounds by yourself? Join our weight loss support club to get the support you need to lose weight and stay on track. Recipes, diet tips, and more. 13-week sessions.
Session II
July 26 – October 18, 2011
Tuesdays
10:00 – 11:00 am
Cost: $13.00
Limit: None
Register at any time.
Session I
October 25, 2011 – January 17, 2012
Tuesdays
10:00 – 11:00 am
Cost: $13.00
Limit: None
Register at any time.
Session II
January 24 – April 17, 2012
Tuesdays
10:00 – 11:00 am
Cost: $13.00
Limit: None
Register at any time.
ARTCLASSES
Beginners Acrylics
November 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 2011
Tuesdays and Thursdays ~ 9:30 – 11:00 am
Galax Rec Center third floor
Cost: $35.00 plus materials (1 set mixed acrylic paints, canvas board, 1 pack various sized acrylic paint brushes and one 4” brush)
Limit: 10
Must register and pay in full by October 21, 2011
Beginners Drawing
January 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 2012
Tuesdays and Thursdays ~ 9:30 – 11:00 am
Galax Rec Center on the third floor
Cost: $35.00 plus materials (sketching pencils and a drawing pad)Limit: 10
Must register and pay in full by December 31, 2011.
Beginners Watercolors
March 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 2012
Tuesdays and Thursdays ~ 9:30 – 11:00 am
Galax Rec Center third floor
Cost: $35.00 plus materials (1 set cake or tube watercolor paints, watercolor pad, 1 pack various sized watercolor paint brushes)
Limit: 10
Must register by February 24, 2012
Paper Crafts
Make your own unique and personal paper craft items inspired by instructor Sharon Garrett.
TISSUE BOX COVERS
When: Thursday – September, 22, 2011
Register by September 16, 2011 to attend.
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 Noon
Cost: $5.00
Limit: 6
FLAMELESS CANDLE HOLDERS
When: Thursday – October 20, 2011
Register by October 14, 2011 to attend.
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 Noon
Cost: $5.00
Limit: 6
Arthritis Aquatic Exercise Instructor Training Course
(Certified instructor training course for the National Arthritis Foundation)
This one day course includes all materials and instruction necessary to certify you as an instructor. Activity is ideal for retirees wanting to be active in the community, but open to all ages 18 and older. Bring towels and swim suits. Lunch and snacks included.
When: September 10, 2011 – Saturday
Where: 3rd floor multipurpose room A / 2nd floor indoor pool
Time: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
Limit: 10
Cost: $110.00 new trainees
$ 75.00 re-certifying instructors
Must register and pay in full by August 31, 2011
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