Parks
and Recreation
Community
Activities
110
Union St
Salem,
VA 24153
(540)
375-3054 |
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[Adult Programs]
[Health & Fitness]
[Youth/Teen
Programs] [Great
Beginnings]
[Contact Information]
*Click
here to register for classes or make checks
payable to City of Salem and mail to 110 Union Street, Salem, VA
24153 unless otherwise noted. For more information call Vickie Sword at 375-3054.
ADULT
PROGRAMS
BALLROOM
DANCING: BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE (ADULT & TEEN)
This class offers a
complete introduction to ballroom dancing. The class is
perfect for beginners and those looking to polish their ballroom
technique. You will learn the techniques necessary for moving
with style and grace. No previous dance experience or partner
is necessary.
When:
Fridays (On-going class)
Location:
Salem Senior Center (110 Union Street)
Time:
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Instructor:
Bonnie & Rick Schmitt
Fee:
$7 per person, per lesson (class limit 30)
A partner is not
required.
Class is on-going. Attend and
pay instructor
Make checks payable to: Rick
Schmitt
CERAMICS:
(INTERMEDIATE)
This
class is designed for the student who has prior experience with
ceramics. Painting on resin,
dry brushing, and other techniques will be introduced.
When:
Mondays (begins January 9th)
Location:
Salem Senior Center (110 Union Street)
Time:
6:15 - 9:15 p.m.
Instructor: Sharon Braden, Certified Duncan Instructor
Fee:
$50/10weeks (class limit 12)
HAND-BUILT
CERAMICS (BEGINNERS)
Come stretch
your creative muscles as you learn how to form original works
of art in clay! The basic skills of hand-built ceramics will be
taught through the pinch coil and slab methods using low fire
clays and glazes.
When:
Wednesdays (January 25 - March 28)
Location:
Salem High School (Spartan Drive)
Time:
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Instructor: Julie Hamilton
Fee:
$120/8 weeks - includes clay, tools, and glazes. (class
limit 10)
*List of supplies students
will need to bring: paper towels, old towel or apron, small
Tupperware
container with lid and several plastic grocery bags.
CHESS
(ALL LEVELS)
This is
for all levels of playing strength. Everyone is welcome regardless
of age.
When:
Tuesdays (On-going class)
Location:
Salem Senior Center (110 Union Street)
Time:
7:00 - 11:00 p.m. (7 - 8 p.m. - beginner instruction)
Instructor:
David Vecellio
Fee:
FREE (class limit 12)
WORKING WITH COMPUTERS FOR SENIOR CITIZENS
This
course content will be completely driven by the wants and needs of
those attending. What do YOU want to learn? Microsoft Office,
E-mail, Skype, surfing the net, Facebook, or working with digital
pictures. These are just a few possibilities. When you come to the
first class, we will discuss what we will work on. Computers are
provided.
When:
Thursdays (January 5 - March 8) OR
Fridays (January 6 - March 9)
Location:
Salem Public Library
Time:
4 - 5 p.m.
Instructor:
Nancy Page
Fee:
FREE (class limit 7)
CROCHETING/KNITTING
Learn the
basics of crocheting and complete a couple of different projects
in class.
When:
Thursdays (January 26 - March 1)
Location:
Salem Senior Center (110 Union Street)
Time:
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Instructor:
Norma Harris, 389-3469
Fee:
$25/5weeks (Call instructor to register and supply list)
Class Limit: 10
*Please pay
instructor directly
GUITAR FOR ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS
Students
will acquire a basic foundation in guitar including tuning,
playing cords, reading tablature, flat picking, and simple folk
and blues songs. No previous musical experience is required.
When:
Wednesdays (February 1 - March 7)
Location:
Salem Senior Center (110 Union Street)
Time:
7:15 - 8:15 p.m.
Instructor:
Randy Walker
Fee:
$45/6weeks (class limit 10)
Required Materials:
acoustic guitar (steel string or classical), pick, and
tuner.
GUITAR - LEVEL 2 (AGES 12+)
For
students with two to four months of previous guitar study. Continue
to develop your skills in chording, strumming, playing tab and
fingerpicking.
When:
Wednesdays (February 1 - March 7)
Location:
Salem Senior Center (110 Union Street)
Time:
6 - 7:15 p.m.
Instructor:
Randy Walker
Fee:
$45/6weeks (class limit 10)
Required Materials:
acoustic guitar (steel string or classical), pick, and
tune
COUPONING
If you
are looking to save money in today's economy, come join us for
Couponing 101. This class will teach the ins and outs of using
coupons. Learn to organize and utilize coupons that are out there (in
papers, online, and in the mail) This helps save money and
get products for rock bottom prices and sometimes even FREE!!
When:
Thursdays (January 26 - March 1)
Location:
Salem Senior Center (110 Union Street)
Time:
6 - 7 p.m.
Instructor:
Laura Smith
Fee:
$15/6weeks (class limit 20)
LADIES GOLF
Have you
always wanted to learn to golf and just haven't taken the time?
This is your opportunity to learn the basics: grip, swing, putt,
chip and more.
When:
April 3, 17, 24 & May 1 & 8
Location:
Salem Municipal Golf Course
Time:
TBA
Instructor:
Sandy Hadaway
Fee:
$35 (This does not include greens fee or driving range balls)
Class Limit: 15
Participants must bring their
own clubs. Register through Parks & Recreation (540) 375-3054 and
make checks payable to Sandy Hadaway.
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HEALTH
AND FITNESS
*All health and wellness class
participants, make check payable to the City of Salem unless
otherwise noted. (Except for
tennis classes)
TENNIS (ALL
LEVELS)
For more information, contact Scott Gibson at 397-1257
TOTAL
SCULPTING
This class is designed
to reduce body fat and sculpt muscles through a series of strength
training exercises using bands, free weights and more. Great program
for a beginner level participant.
When:
Mondays (January 23 - March 26)
Location:
Salem Senior Center (110 Union Street)
Time:
5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Instructor: Amy Light
Fee: $25/10 weeks (class limit 30)
TOTAL
SCULPTING
This class is designed
to reduce body fat and sculpt muscles through a series of strength
training exercises using bands, free weights and more. Great program
for a beginner level participant.
When:
Wednesdays (January 25 - March 28)
Location:
Salem Senior Center (110 Union Street)
Time:
5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Instructor: Amy Light
Fee: $25/10 weeks (class limit 30)
YOGA
(BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE)
Yoga is a great way to increase joint
mobility, improve muscle tone and flexibility, and build balance.
It also improves memory, focus, and attention, as well as promote
an overall sense of well being.
When: Mondays (January
30 - April 2)
Where:
Parks & Recreation - Main Office (620 Florida St)
Time:
4:30- 5:30 p.m.
Instructor:
Stephanie Hunt
Fee:
$40/10 weeks (Class limit 10)
NEW!
YOGA (BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE)
Yoga is a great way
to increase joint mobility, improve muscle tone and flexibility,
and build balance. It also improves memory, focus, attention,
and promotes an overall sense of well being.
When:
Thursdays (February 2 - April 5)
Where:
Parks & Recreation - Main Office, 620 Florida Street
Time:
6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Instructor:
Stephanie Hunt
Fee:
$40/10 weeks (Class limit 10)
TENNIS -
BEGINNERS
For more information, contact Scott Gibson at 397-1257
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YOUTH/TEEN
PROGRAMS
Make checks payable to the City of Salem unless
otherwise noted.
CROCHETING/KNITTING - (AGES 8 - 14)
Learn the
basic knitting and crocheting stitches and how to read patterns.
When:
Thursdays (January 26 - February 23)
Location:
Salem Senior Center (110 Union Street)
Time:
4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Instructor:
Norma Harris
Fee:
$15/5weeks (Pay instructor directly)
Class Limit: 10
*Call instructor for supply list.389-3469
WATERCOLORING - (AGES 8 - 14)
Are you
ready to chase away the winter blues and get creative? Then brush
up your painting skills! Each participant will get to take home a
complete watercolor painting kit, including tube paints, brushes
in assorted sizes, heavyweight watercolor paper, a color wheel,
covered paint palette, pencil and waterproof pen. Workshop
topics include basic color-mixing and brushstroke techniques,
landscapes, still life, floral composition and illustration tips
and tricks, with a special behind the scenes look at Sarah's
published book, Hello Hokie Bird! You supply the creativity, we
will supply the rest.
When:
Mondays (January 30 - February 27)
Location:
East Salem Elementary Art Room (117) 1765 Boulevard, Salem
Time:
4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Instructor:
Sarah Meadows
Fee:
$40 includes all materials
Class Limit: 10,
minimum - 6
GUITAR FOR KIDS - (AGES 8 - 12)
Be a real
guitar hero! Learn music basics like tuning, tempo, rhythm
and dynamics play simplified chord and riff's from guitar tab.
When:
Tuesdays (January 31 - March 20)
Location:
Salem Senior Center (110 Union Street)
Time:
4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Instructor:
Randy Walker
Fee:
$45/8weeks
Required Materials:
acoustic guitar (steel string or classical) or electric guitar,
pick, and tuner.
Class Limit: 10
NEW! KARATE
(ALL AGES)
If you are looking for a way to help
your child improve their focus and self-discipline, equip them to
be better prepared to stand up to a bully and peer pressure by
building their confidence - then this is a great chance to try
Super Kicks Karate! Family class ages 4 to adult. Improve your
fitness, self-defense, confidence, and self-discipline, with a
strong emphasis on leadership skills.
When:
Call to check when session begin - (540) 375-0075
Location:
Super Kicks Karate (1447 W. Main Street)
Instructor:
John Bryant, Chief Instructor, Certified through AFKA (American
Freestyle Karate Association)
Fee:
$59 each session (includes uniform worth $50 from Super Kicks)
BATON (BEGINNERS, AGES (4 - 16)
Participants will learn basic twirling techniques.
When: Thursdays, (begins October 6)
Location:
Salem Senior Center (110 Union Street)
Time:
6:30 - 7:00 p.m. for beginners
7:00 - 7:45 p.m. for Juniors/Drill Team
Instructor:
Natasha Dowdy
Fee:
$35 per month, On the first night Natasha will measure and order
each girl's baton and costume to be worn in parades and recitals.
Cost for these items are separate and only one time during the
year.
MOONBEAM GYMNASTICS! FOR BOYS AND GIRLS - (AGES 2 - 12)
A unique
combinations of not only gymnastics, but experienced coaches guide
children to sports, health, nutrition and physical education. It
improves hand and eye coordination, balance, strength and
sportsmanship. Increases confidence and self esteem. Each child
will earn a prize at the end of each class, as well as receive a
trophy at the end of the season.
When:
Tuesdays (On-going class through May)
Location:
Salem Senior Center (110 Union Street)
Time:
5 p.m. (Ages 2 - 6), 6 p.m. (Ages 4 - 7), 7 p.m. (Ages 8 - 12)
Coaches:
Reneigh Duhaney and Jennifer Spencer
Tuition:
$40 per month
To register call Reneigh at (540)
339-STAR(7827) or show up and speak with a coach.
Class
Limit: 7
TENNIS -
BEGINNERS (AGES 6 - 10)
For more information, contact Scott Gibson at 397-1257
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GREAT
BEGINNINGS
REGISTRATION FORMS AND BROCHURES
Fall/Winter Programs 2011-12
Great Beginnings - Football
Great Beginnings - Soccer
Great Beginnings - Tee-Ball
Great Beginnings - Basketball
Pre-Season Basketball Clinic
Post-Season Basketball Clinic
Contact
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Updated: December 12, 2011
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