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

 

 

YOUTH FOOTBALL

Spring practice will begin February 11 and will continue through March 29.

 After spring practice, teams will not practice again until July 23.

The Jamboree is scheduled for August 9 and the season is scheduled to begin August 18.

The Super Bowl, which concludes the season, is tentatively scheduled for October 25.

For more information on teams in your area, contact the Parks & Rec. Office at 983-9244.

 

Grasshoppers - Ages 7-8

PeeWees - Ages 8-10

Midgets - Ages 10-12

 

 

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 and older 

Family discounts: $10.00 off second family member, $20.00 off third family member

 

Adult Class Ages 12 & Older: $110.00 per quarter

 

 

KIDDIE KORNER PRE-SCHOOL

Fall Class Registration and Open House

This kindergarten readiness program is open to children Ages 4-5 and provides

developmentally-appropriate learning activities that focus on social, recreational and education skills.

Classes run 10 months per year; August through May. 

The maximum class size is 12 and spaces are filled on a first come–first served basis.

Children must be 4 years of age within 3 months of program start date and completely toilet-trained.

 

 

TENNIS INSTRUCTION

For Ages 6 through Adult

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

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

Occasionally, decisions 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.

 

 

 

 2008 RUBY TUESDAY’S TRIPLE CROWN OF RUNNING

Parks & Rec. is proud to announce this tenth-year event

held in partnership with Ruby Tuesday’s Corporation as sponsor.

This event consists of the Spring Sprint (April 12), the Scholars Run (Aug. 16) and the Reindeer Run (Dec. 7).

To be eligible for the Triple Crown cash awards and a special memento, participants must compete in all three races. 

To be eligible to win door prizes valued at a minimum of $100, participation in two races is required.

Both runners and walkers at each event are eligible for great door prizes.

 

 

 

YOGA IN THE PARK

Enjoy the beautiful outdoor setting of Springbrook Park while experiencing the peace and openness that Yoga has to offer.  In this Beginner-level Yoga class, you will explore proper Yoga postures while cultivating awareness of your body and breath, which will help reduce stress, quiet the mind, and improve your physical strength.  Join us as we take a journey to better understanding and belief in ourselves.  Participants are asked to wear comfortable clothing and to not eat a heavy meal before the class.  Class available for Ages 12 and older.

           

 

 

GOLF INSTRUCTION

for Beginners Ages 10-Adult

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 and chipping and in-swing instruction. 

 

 

 

AQUA AEROBICS

Aqua Aerobic classes, which provide the benefits of regular aerobics but with the fun and pleasure of water and music, are available to Ages 14 and up.

 

 

 

SCUBA LESSONS

Experience a connection with nature; a feeling of freedom and transformation.  Diving connects you with nature and immerses you in new sensations and experiences.  Become a scuba diver and explore what you've been missing.  Classes available for Ages 12 and over. 

 

 

 

SWIM LESSONS

 

The Maryville-Alcoa-Blount County Parks and Recreation Commission has joined forces with the American Red Cross to offer swim lessons.  All classes are held at John Sevier Pool with sessions being held Monday through Thursday for two weeks.

 

Right Start Swim Classes

Designed for 3-5 year-olds with a 1-2 instructor/student ratio.

Each child will receive 25 minutes of instruction in water exploration,

floating, kicking and arm strokes along with advanced skills for those swimmers who are ready,

and 25 minutes of parent/child swim time. 

Classes are held Monday through Thursday for two weeks.

 

Beginner Learn to Swim Classes

Designed for beginner swimmers Age 5 and over, with a 1-3 instructor/student ratio.

Basic water skills such as floating, kicking, freestyle and diving are introduced.

Participants are grouped according to ability.

Classes are held Monday through Thursday for two weeks.

 

Advanced Swim Classes

Class Criteria: Children must be able to dive into deep water,

swim 10 yards, float on their back, then swim 10 more yards.

Participants should also be proficient in 2 strokes.

Instruction in 3 levels of swimming skills is offered for students Ages 6 and up. 

Classes are held Monday through Thursday for two weeks.

 

           

FLYING DOLPHINS SWIM TEAM

The Maryville-Alcoa Flying Dolphins is a competitive swim team for Ages 5-18.

Interested swimmers are required to swim at least 25 yards without stopping in order to participate. 

Cost is $70.00 with a 15% discount for second siblings. 

Members of the Flying Dolphins also receive a 25% discount on season family pool passes.

If you are new to the Dolphins this year, and/or would like more information about the season,

there will be a parent info