JUST FOR KIDS

 

Youth Football Ballet/Jazz Classes
Karate Hip Hop Dance
Youth Baseball Tumbling Gymnastics
Tennis Gymnastics, Movement, Music & More
Running Backhandsprings & More
Special Olympics Start Smart
Soccer Summer Basketball
Zumba Fitness Classes Yoga
Golf Clinics Belly Dance Classes

 

PLEASE WATCH FOR NEW PROGRAMS AND EVENTS

THROUGHOUT THE YEAR.

 

 

SOCCER FOR FUN

For 4 Year-Olds

This low-key, non-competitive approach to soccer is a great way to introduce your child to this popular sport.  Limited space available! 

Registration:

January 30 - March 2 (first-come/first-serve until full)

Beginning Date:

This program is tentatively scheduled to begin April 7th and will meet for 1 hour on Saturdays for 6 weeks.

Time:

8:30-9:30 AM

Location:

Everett Athletic Complex

Cost:

$50.00 which includes game jersey

+ $15.00 for pictures which is totally optional

**Late registration is $5.00 extra and on a space available basis**

Register Now for Soccer

 

SPRING YOUTH SOCCER

For Ages 5-16

This program is available for boys and girls and will include an "all-girls" league through Age 12. 

Registration:

January 30 - March 2 (first-come/first-serve until full)

Beginning Date:

The season is tentatively scheduled to begin April 7th and will continue for 6 weeks.

Cost:

$50.00 which includes game jersey

+ $15.00 for pictures which is totally optional

**Late registration is $5.00 extra and on a space available basis**

  

TENNIS INSTRUCTION

For Ages 6 through Adult

Classes will resume in March.  New class dates coming soon!

 

2012 ANNUAL HEALTHY BLOUNT TRIPLE CROWN OF RUNNING

This event consists of the Spring Sprint (April 14), the Scholars Run (Aug. 11) and the Reindeer Run (Dec. 2). For
more information please see "Triple Crown of Running" under Special Events.
 
 

KARATE INSTRUCTION

Parks & Rec. has partnered with the Maryville Isshinryu School to offer the following classes to youth and adults. This school is the oldest martial arts school in Blount County, and 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

Dates:
Wednesdays
Classes are on-going with new students accepted the first of each month.
Time:
7:00-8:30 PM
Location:
Springbrook Recreation Center
Cost:
$60.00 per quarter (3 months) - Family rates available.
Registration:
Taken on-site at the first of each month.
Instructors:
Bruce Guillaume, Mike Lewis, Jim Cobb, Pete Simmons, Jeff Grindstaff, Robbie Meisner, Scott DeWaard and Kirk Harris

Adult Classes - Ages 12 years & Up

Dates:
Mondays & Thursdays
Classes are on-going with new students accepted the first of each month.
Time:
7:30-9:00 PM
Location:
Springbrook Recreation Center
Cost:
$120.00 per quarter (3 months) - Family rates available.
Registration:
Taken on-site at the first of each month.
Instructors:
Bruce Guillaume, Mike Lewis, Jim Cobb, Pete Simmons, Jeff Grindstaff, Shane Lenoir, Angie Higginbotham, Robbie Meisner, Scott DeWaard and Kirk Harris

 

YOUTH FOOTBALL

Teams begin registration in late January.
Spring practice will begin February 6th and will continue through March 31st.
After spring practice, teams will not practice again until July 9th.
The Jamboree is scheduled for August 4th with the season beginning August 13th.
The Super Bowl, which concludes the season, is scheduled for October 27th.
For more information regarding teams in your area, contact Parks & Rec. at 983-9244.
Grasshoppers - Ages 7-8
PeeWees - Ages 8-10
Midgets - Ages 10-12
 
 
 

ZUMBA® FITNESS CLASSES 

Available for Ages 15 & up.  See "Programs: Adults" for complete information.

 

YOGA

 Available for Ages 12 & up.  See "Programs: Adults" for complete information.

 

BELLY DANCE CLASSES

  Available for Ages 12 & up.  See "Programs: Adults" for complete information.
 
 

BALLET/JAZZ CLASSES

For Ages 3-7

Register Now for Ballet

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. Dances are taught to fun edited music that kids love! There will be an end-of-session performance to highlight what they have learned with no extra fees or dance attire necessary.

Dates:

Thursdays, March 22 - May 3
Times:
4:30-5:00 PM for Ages 3-5
5:00-5:45 PM for Ages 4-7
5:45-6:15 PM for Ages 3-5
Location:
Everett Recreation Center
Cost:
$70 for 30-minute class per 7-week session
$80 for 45-minute class per 7-week session
Instructor:
Katelyn Simerly
Ballet
 
 

HIP HOP/JAZZ DANCE CLASSES

For Ages 8-12

Register Now for Hip Hop

This class offers a great exercise work-out in a fun and exciting atmosphere! Students will learn a routine filled with new hip hop 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.
Dates:

Thursdays, March 22 - May 3
Time:
6:30-7:15 PM for Ages 8-12
Location:
Everett Recreation Center
Cost:
$80 per 7-week session
Instructor:
Katelyn Simerly
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GYMNASTICS

MOVEMENT, MUSIC & MORE

For Ages 18 Months - 5 Years

Register Now for Gymnastics

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.
Ages 18 months - 3 years "Mom & Me"
30-minute class
Fridays, 9:30-10:00 AM
Ages 3-5 years
45-minute class
Fridays, 10:00-10:45 AM
or 10:45-11:30 AM
Dates:

March 23 - May 11 (No class April 6, Easter)
Location:
Everett Recreation Center
Cost:
$70 per 7-week session for 30-minute class
$80 per 7-week session for 45-minute class
Instructor:
Rene Gifford
Gymnastics 
 
 

TUMBLING GYMNASTICS

BEGINNER AND INTERMEDIATE

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, and front and back handsprings. Classes are taught with proper skill progression for the safety of the child and with enthusiasm and motivation - never intimidation. Children that are 5 years old must have started Kindergarten.
Dates:
Mondays, March 26 - May 7
Time:
5:00-6:00 PM
Location:
Everett Recreation Center
Cost:
$80 per 7-week session
Instructor:
Carl Gifford
Tumbling

 

 

BACKHANDSPRINGS & MORE

For Ages 5-10

This class is designed to teach the more advanced skills of the back handspring, round-off back handsprings, standing backtuck and front handsprings. Students in this class should have a good round-off and be able to do a back walk-over with a spot. Drills such as handstands, bridge kick-overs and jump backs will be repeated in this class to help students become a stronger tumbler.

Dates:

Mondays, March 26 - May 7
Time: 6:00-7:00 PM
Location: Everett Recreation Center
Cost: $80 per 7-week session
Instructor: Carl Gifford

 

  

START SMART

For Ages 3-5

Register Now for Start Smart

This program prepares children Ages 3-5 for organized sports without the threat of competition, as well as teaching them motor skill tasks that gradually build confidence. The focus will be on throwing, kicking, catching, and batting. Each child must be accompanied by an adult who is able to participate and assist the child in class activities.
Dates:
Tuesdays, March 27 - May 1
Time:
5:30-6:30 PM
Location:
Everett Recreation Center
Cost:
$55.00 per 6-week session and includes a T-shirt
Instructor:
April Stadel

Start Smart
 
 
  

SUMMER YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE

Register Now for Summer Youth Basketball

This summer youth basketball program is available to youth in upcoming 5-8th Grades.  Every effort is made to educate participants in the game of basketball while having fun.  Teams will play an 8-game season with games being played on Monday and Thursday nights.

Registration:   

April 16 - May 18

Beginning Date:    

June 4

Location:

Springbrook Recreation Center

Cost:

$40.00 which includes game jersey
 

 

 

Register Now for Golf

GOLF CLINICS 

These clinics are 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, chipping and in-swing instruction.   

 

Juniors - Ages 10-17

Dates: 

Session 1: June 19, 21, 26 & 28

Times:

5:30-6:30 PM

Location:

Green Meadow Pro Shop

Cost:

$75.00 per session

Instructor:

Scott Wilson, Class A-PGA Professional and Staff & Justin Myers

The focus for this class will be teaching the basic fundamentals of golf with some in-swing instruction.

 

Children - Ages 7-9

Dates: 

Session 1: April 24, 26, May 1 & 3

Times:

5:30-6:15 PM

Location:

Green Meadow Pro Shop

Cost:

$56.00 per session

Instructor:

Justin Myers
 

YOUTH BASEBALL

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) 659-7190
MARYVILLE LITTLE LEAGUE (JEFF WALLACE) 983-6518

 

SPECIAL OLYMPICS

See "Special Events, Special Olympics" for more information.