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2006 Winter Instructional Programs

 
 

Registration Information

  • Classes are on a first come, first serve basis.
  • Registration fees must be paid upon registering.
  • $2 service charge will be charged on all refunds except when Leisure Services cancels a program.

  • Leisure Services reserves the right to cancel any program due to insufficient registration.

  • Look under each activity for registration location, times, and dates.

  • Phone numbers:
Andrew Belle 615-4720 Doug Tew 615-3720 Eastgate Park 615-3730
James Grant 615-3760 Rose Hill 615-3740 Walton Park 615-4710
Westgate Softball 615-3780 Westgate Tennis 615-3790 Wiregrass 615-4740
  Central Office 615-3700  

 

After School Playground Program Gymnastics Westgate BMX Track
Art With Chris Learn-To-Swim & Aquacise Classes World Yoshukai Karate
Ballroom Dancing Modern Line Dancing Yoga
Baton Lessons Special Events  
Belly Dancing Tai Chi Chaun NEW Mommy & Me Yoga
Dothan Dolphin Swim Team Variety Aerobics  

 

 Variety Aerobics & Kick Boxing
Dothan Leisure services is now offering aerobics classes at Walton Park.  Come out and join the fun just in time for those New Year Resolutions.

Class:          Tues. & Thurs
                    5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Location:
   Walton Recreation Center
Instructor:   
Jackie Brunson
Fee:             $20 per month

Register with the instructor first class of the month.

 

After School Playground Program

Leisure Services offers free After School Programs at three locations, Walton Park (6-16 yrs.), Andrew Belle (6-16), and Wiregrass Park (6-12yrs).  The program is offered from 3:00-5:30 p.m., Monday - Friday. This is a supervised program that provides the children with snacks, help with homework, arts and crafts, and games.

Registration is held at each location with the Director from 1:30-5:30 p.m. For more information call 615-4720 or 615-3700.

 

Belly Dancing
Learn the art of Middle Eastern Dance.  This beginning course will teach the basics of belly dancing plus floor work.

Location Westgate Recreation Center
Instructor Cathy Deloney

Class
Thursday 6:45 - 7:45 p.m.
Fee $25 per month
Registration Registration is held the first class of each month with the instructor.

 

Westgate BMX Track

If you're looking for a sport that involves the whole family and no one sits on the bench, then you need to consider racing BMX! BMX is the fastest growing segment of cycling, and it is happening in Dothan, AL at Westgate Park. Wiregrass BMX races at Westgate BMX Track. We have riders from 4 years old to 49 years young! We practice every Friday night from 6 - 8 p.m.

Checkout our website at www.wiregrassbmx.com  to find out more about BMX and Wiregrass BMX. We want you to come race with us. Call Brian Bower at (334) 693-9672 or Bill Young (334) 793-6957 for more information about racing BMX.

 

Dothan Dolphin Swim Team
We're looking for enthusiastic 6-18 year olds who would like to become part of a fun and exciting Swim Team.  Swimmers should be able to swim one length of the pool and love the water.  There is no fee for a tryout. Call Coach Jin Ri Jiang (John) at 615-3760 for information.

 

Gymnastics
An established year round program is designed to introduce girls ages 6-12 to the world of gymnastics, develop their interest and abilities, and encourage personal discipline. Focuses on body awareness, balance, confidence, motor coordination, flexibility, and FUN! Wear leotard or shorts, T-shirt, no jewelry, and long hair must be tied back.

Location: Westgate Recreation Center
Instructor: Hankang Ning
   
Class: Monday & Wednesday
Beginner: 3:45 - 4:40PM  Ages 6-8
   
Class: Tuesday & Thursday
Beginner: 3:45 - 4:40PM  Ages 6-8
4:45 - 5:40PM  Ages 6-10
5:45 - 6:40PM  Ages 6-12
   
Fee: $30 per month
(Classes are limited to 12)

Call Westgate Recreation Center (Westgate Park) at 615-3760 for opening availability.

 

World Yoshukai Karate

World Yoshukai Karate offers ages 7 and above instruction in self-defense, physical conditioning, and the use of traditional Karate weapons.  Mike Culbreth, a 6th degree Black Belt, instructs all classes, as he has for the past 25 years
.

Location: Westgate Recreation Center
Class: Tuesday & Thursday 4:00 - 5:00 PM
Ages: 7-12
Fee: $40 per month
   
Location: Doug Tew Recreation Center
Class I: Tuesday & Thursday 5:30 - 6:30 PM
Ages: 7-12
Class II: Tuesday & Thursday 6:30 - 8:00 PM
Ages: 13 and up
Fee: $40 per month

Registration is held the first class of each month at each center with the instructor.

 

Tai Chi Chaun

Tai Chi Chuan is an exercise practiced at a slow and even speed.  This non-aggressive Martial Art promotes relaxation, straight posture, good balance, internal strength, coordination, and peace of mind.  The Tai Chi movements calm a person’s emotions and focus the mind, helping to improve bodily functions and prevent aging and disease.

Location: Westgate Recreation Center
Instructor: Frederic Lecut
Class I: Tuesday & Thursday (mornings)
7:30 - 8:30 AM
Class II: Thursday (evenings)
6:30 - 7:30 PM
Fee: $35 per month

Registration is held the first class of each month with the instructor.

 

 Modern Line Dancing
Good Exercise, Good Fun! Modern Line Dance is for any experienced dancer or determined beginning dancer who enjoys all types of music.  This class challenges both the body and mind with dance choreography that also provides an aerobic workout.  No partner necessary.  Smooth soled shoes recommended.

Location: Westgate Recreation Center
Instructor: Beth Teoman
Class: Tuesdays  6:30 - 8:45 PM
Fee: $20 per month

Register with the instructor the 1st class of each month for both locations.

 

Yoga
The physical health benefits of Yoga have been proven!  Yoga is a unique form of exercise that combines stretching, breathing awareness, and builds strength.  Yoga is ideal for adults of all ages. 

Location: Westgate Recreation Center
Instructor: Cathy Deloney
Beginner: Monday  6:45 - 7:45 PM
Date: Starts January 23rd
Beginner: Wednesday  10:00 - 11:00 AM
Date: Starts January 25th
Fee: $40 per person

Registration at Westgate Recreation Center, Mon. - Fri., January 9th - 13th, 9:00AM - 5:00PM

 

 

Art With Chris
Youth ages 6-12 will experience the wonderful world of art.  Emphasis will be placed on drawing and painting projects.

Location: Westgate Park Gray Building
Instructor: Chris Wells
Class: Tuesdays 4:00 - 5:30 PM
Begins January 17th (8 weeks)
Fee: $65 (fee includes all supplies)
Registration: January 9th - 13th
Westgate Recreation Center
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

 

Ballroom Dancing   

If the dance floor is a challenge we have the answer.  Two classes of dancing will be offered this winter for everyone.  These classes are for couples only and both are beginner classes.  Wear comfortable clothes and shoes and join in.

Location: Doug Tew Recreation Center
Instructor: Jim & Bonnie Stafford
Class I: Tuesdays  6:30 - 7:30 PM
Beginner Ballroom
Class II: Tuesdays  7:45 - 8:45 PM
Basic Latin
Date: Starts January 24th (6 weeks)
Fee: $40 per couple
Registration: January 9th - 13th
Doug Tew Recreation Center
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Mon-Fri

 

NEW! Mommy & Me Yoga   

The Department of Leisure Services is proud to add a new class for Mommy and Children ages 8 weeks - 2 years.

Location: Westgate Recreation Center
Instructor: Cathy Deloney
Class: Begins January 25
Wednesday, 9 - 10 AM
Fee: $40 (4 weeks)

Registration at Westgate Recreation Center, Mon. - Fri., January 9th - 13th, 9:00AM - 5:00PM

 

Baton Lessons   

Baton Lessons for girls ages 8-15 will be offered this winter.  Baton helps develop hand/eye coordination, rhythm & dance, gracefulness, and dedication to practice.  Wear comfortable sports clothing & tennis shoes.

Location: Westgate Recreation Center
Instructor: Lindsey Moore
Class: Tuesday, 6:30 - 7:15 PM
(ages 12-15)
Tuesday, 7:15 - 8:15 PM
(ages 8-11)
Fee: $25 per month

Register with the instructor the first class of each month.

 

Learn - to - Swim & Aquacise Classes

For information regarding winter swimming lessons, lifeguard training, and aquacise classes call Westgate Recreation Center at 615-3760 or Water World at 615-3755.

 

Special Events

Jan. 18 Super-Shot Basketball
Jan. 28 - Feb. 4 Baseball/Softball Registration
Feb. 11 12th Annual Home Run Derby
Feb. 16 - 21 USTA Boys & Girls 14's National Open
Feb. 24 - 26 Wiregrass Baseball Classic - Northcutt Field
Mar. 4 Azalea/Dogwood Beauty Pageant - Dothan Civic Center
Mar. 9 - 11 Atlantic Sun Conference Women's Basketball Tournament
Apr. 13 Dothan Area Special Olympics - Dothan High School
Apr. 15 City Track Meet - Dothan High School
Apr. 16 - 23 Women's USTA $75,000 Challenger

 

 

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