REFUND POLICY FOR PROGRAMS

Refunds may be given up to five (5) working days prior to the beginning of each program. If your cancellation causes the program number to fall below the required minimum, the refund will be contingent upon the vacancy being filled. After classes begin, refunds will be made for the following reasons only: 1) Illness or Injury 2) Moving from the Blount County area 3) Cancellation of the program by Parks & Rec. Refunds will be prorated according to the number of classes already held.  All refunds are subject to a $5.00 administrative cost charge, unless the program has been cancelled by Parks & Rec.

 

AFTER HOURS DROP BOX AND ON-LINE REGISTRATION AVAILABLE

If you are unable to visit the Parks & Rec. Office

 during regular business hours, you may use our

 secure drop box or on-line registration at www.parksrec.com

to submit registrations and payments.

 

GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE! 

PLEASE CALL PARKS & REC. AT 983-9244 FOR MORE INFORMATION.

 

PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED FOR MOST PROGRAMS!

 

Parks & Rec. does not offer t-ball or baseball for youth,

these sports are offered through area little leagues. 

Contacts and phone numbers for these organizations are listed below:

 

ALCOA YOUTH BASEBALL (DYRAN BLEDSOE)   806-5041

 

EAGLETON LITTLE LEAGUE (ALVIN PEAK)   681-1284

 

MARYVILLE LITTLE LEAGUE (JEFF WALLACE)   983-6518

 

GREENBACK LITTLE LEAGUE (PAM SPARKS)   984-1847

 

 

FALL YOUTH SOCCER

Be a part of the world’s most popular sport!  Youth soccer is an excellent way to develop motor skills.  This program is available to boys and girls Ages 5-16.  Each participant will play in every game.  Younger age groups will play “small-sided” soccer. 

• Children will practice 1-2 times per week.
• Children are placed on teams according to their age and school. 
• Children Ages 5-12 will be placed on an all-boys/all-girls team.  Ages 13-16 will play co-ed.
• Shin guards are required.

 

 

SOCCER FOR FUN

For 4-Year Olds

Soccer for Fun is a fundamental, non-competitive introduction to the game of soccer and a great way to introduce your child to this popular sport.  Children will be involved in drills along with playing small-sided scrimmage games.  Shin guards are required.

 

 

YOUTH FOOTBALL

 

Grasshoppers  Ages 7-8

PeeWees  Ages 8-10

Midgets  Ages 10-12

 

·         Teams advertise for recruitment of players in the Daily Times (usually in the Sports Section) in late January and early February of each year.

·         Spring practice, which consists of 10 practices, usually begins the last week of February and continues through March.   After spring practice, teams do not practice again until late July.

·         The season will begin with the Jamboree scheduled for August 9^th and will conclude October 25^th with the Super Bowl.

·         For more information concerning teams in your area, call the Parks & Rec Office at 983-9244.

 

 

KIDDIE KORNER PRE-SCHOOL

This kindergarten readiness program is open to children Ages 4-5 and provides developmentally-appropriate learning activities focusing on social, recreational, and educational skills.  Spaces are filled on a first-come/first-serve basis and are limited to 12 children per class. 

           

 

TENNIS INSTRUCTION

For Ages 6 Through Adult

Rain Policy:  All participants are responsible for calling Parks & Rec.

at 983-9244 in the afternoon in the event of inclement weather. 

Occasionally, a decision will need to be made at the courts. A make-up class will be held

 for each class cancelled with the make-up date determined by the instructor.

 

           

 

 

GOLF INSTRUCTION

For Beginners Ages 10-Adult

Clinics designed to introduce beginners to the game of golf. 

Topics covered in each session include the history of golf, golf equipment,

rules and etiquette, putting and chipping, and in-swing instruction. 

 

 

 

KARATE INSTRUCTION

Parks & Rec. has partnered with the Maryville Isshinryu School to offer the following classes to youth and adults. This school, the oldest in Blount County, is the only school accredited by the International Isshinryu Karate Association.  Benefits of Karate include self-defense, as well as increased flexibility, concentration, balance, self-discipline and self-respect.

Youth Classes – Ages 7-12 years 

 

Adult Classes – Ages 12 years & older 

 

  

WAGON WHEELERS WESTERN SQUARE DANCE FOR ALL AGES

This group meets every Tuesday at 7:00 PM

in the upstairs Dance Room at the Springbrook Recreation Center in Alcoa.

If you are interested in learning Western Square Dance or are an experienced dancer,

please contact Betty Bowers at 982-9924 for more information.

 

FLY-FISHING INSTRUCTION

Enjoy fly-fishing lessons “made easy” with instructor, Gary Ramsey who has over 40 years of experience in fly-fishing and is a former instructor for Blackberry Farm. Subjects to be covered include casting, flies, knot tying, equipment use, and stream tactics. Class available to individuals Ages 14 & older. This is a great activity for parents and older children to enjoy together. Enroll now to prepare for fly fishing this fall.  A maximum of 6 students accepted.  Includes 4 hours of instruction.

 

 

ART CLASSES FOR CHILDREN AGES 7-12

Presented by

Y. E. Studio – A School for Artistic Enrichment

Register by calling Cindy McDannel at 607-4473 or by visiting www.YEStudio.org

 

 

RUBY TUESDAY’S TRIPLE CROWN OF RUNNING

This tenth annual event includes three road races held in the Blount County area: the Spring Sprint (April 12), Scholars Run (August 16), and Reindeer Run (December 7). To be eligible for Triple Crown cash awards and mementos, participants must compete in all three races. The top three finishers in the Male/Female Overall and Masters Divisions win cash awards.  All Triple Crown participants are eligible for Triple Crown door prizes.  Persons who compete only in the Reindeer Run and one other Triple Crown race will be eligible for Triple Crown door prizes worth a minimum of $100 each.  For complete information, contact the Parks & Rec. Office at 983-9244.

 

Scholars Run Road Race & Fun Run/Walk

This event is a 5K (3.1-mile) road race and 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk and is the second event of the Ruby Tuesday’s Triple Crown of Running.  The race begins and ends on the Maryville College campus. A portion of the proceeds from this race will fund two annual student scholarships sponsored by the Foothill Striders, Inc.  Individual and team competition will take place. Special awards will be given to the overall and masters winners, the top three finishers in each age division, and to the top three teams in the 5K. All Fun Run/Walk participants will receive a ribbon.

 

Reindeer Run

This run, which is the third leg of the Ruby Tuesday’s Triple Crown of Running, is a 5K (3.1 miles) and a 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk. A portion of the proceeds from this event will go to the Empty Pantry Fund. Awards will be given to the overall and masters winners and the top three finishers in each age division. Prizes will also be given to the best Christmas costumes.  All Fun Run/Walk participants will receive a ribbon.  The Triple Crown of Running award ceremony will take place at this event.

 

 

BEGINNER  BALLET CLASSES

 For Ages 3-5 and 6-10

These classes are taught in a relaxed and non-competitive environment.  Children will grow with grace and rhythm as they are taught proper placement techniques along with a fun, choreographed routine.  There will be an end of session recital without any extra fees or costumes!

 

 

PRESCHOOL FITNESS/MOVEMENT CLASSES

KINDERTOTS® for 2-Year Olds

KINDERMOTION® For Ages 3-5 & K-8

Kindertots® is a class specifically designed to help two-year olds develop gross motor skills, movement creativity, physical development and body awareness, while learning numbers, colors, shapes and songs.  This class welcomes both boys and girls.

 

Kindermotion® is a developmentally designed fitness program for boys and girls Ages 3 through 8 which teaches students about fitness, nutrition, and the joy of movement through a variety of motor skills and  imagery and physical development activities.

 

All classes are taught by certified instructors who specialize in teaching young children.  We encourage a parent to participate with the child (though not required) in the Kindermotion Class and join in the fun of movement and exercise!  Cost is an additional $20 for the parent.

 

 

HIP HOP DANCE CLASSES

 For Boys & Girls Ages 8 & up

Does your child enjoy hip hop dance reality shows?  If so, have them join the fun in learning some new hip hop moves!  This class offers a great workout in a fun and exciting atmosphere!  Students will learn a routine filled with new hip hop and break dancing moves choreographed to a clean and edited music mix.  There will be a fun performance at the end of each session with no extra fees or dance attire necessary.

 

 

GYMNASTICS

MOVEMENT, MUSIC & MORE

For Ages 16 Months - 5 Years

These classes include fun, monthly themes that let your child learn the fun sport of gymnastics while expanding their imaginations.  Music is used to expand on each month’s theme with dancing, singing, rhythm sticks, and musical instruments.  Brain Power and brain building exercises are incorporated each month to stimulate left and right brain activity, sensory awareness, fine motor skills, and kindergarten readiness skills.  Gymnastic Skills are taught in proper progressions on bright, colorful preschool equipment, with all equipment designed and sized for young hands and feet.  Participants will learn beginner through intermediate skills on bars, beams, trampolines, and vaulting, as well as learn and enhance many of the gross motor skills needed.  Classes are taught by qualified adult instructors, each with over 20 years of teaching experience.

 

BEGINNER AND INTERMEDIATE

TUMBLING GYMNASTICS

For Ages 5-10

This class will teach and enhance skills involving handstands, cartwheels, one-arm cartwheels and bridges for both the very beginner and intermediate students.  Intermediate students will also work on round-offs, backbend kick-overs, front handsprings, and back handsprings.  Classes are taught with proper skill progression for the safety of the child and with enthusiasm and motivation – never intimidation.