Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Resources Department
Parks, Recreation & Cultural Resources Fee Based Events & Programs
Charlotte County Parks Recreation & Cultural Resources is pleased to announce the following list of fee based events and programs at the following locations:South County Regional Park
670 Cooper St
Punta Gorda, FL 33950
Contact Person: Lacey Miranda
941.505.8686
Men’s Wooden Bat Baseball League
October 18, 2009
Sunday’s 9:00am – 3:00pm
Men’s league for players 18+. Registering teams and individuals to play on Sundays at South County Regional Park in Punta Gorda. Call the center for fee information at 941.505.8686.
Men’s Basketball League
October 22, 2009
Thursday’s 6:00pm-9:00pm
Men’s 5 on 5 league for ages 16+. Registering teams and individuals to play on Thursdays at South County Regional Park in Punta Gorda. For further information, please call the center for fee information at 941.505.8686.
Fee: $40 per person before 8/1
$55 per person after 8/1
Harold Avenue Recreation Center
23400 Harold Avenue
Port Charlotte, FL 33980
Contact Person: Mike Norton
941.627.1074
Youth Programs
Gymnastics
Day: Thursdays
Time: One, Two & You 10:30-11:00am (ages 1-2, must be accompanied by an adult)
Pre-school 11:00-11:30am or 5:00-5:30pm
Home School 11:30am-12:15pm
Special Needs 1:00-1:45pm (ages 6 & up, must be accompanied by an adult)
K & up 5:30- 6:15pm
Fee: One, Two & You/Preschool - $28. Home School/Special Needs/K & up - $38
Instructor Gina Bannon has been instructing gymnastics, cheerleading and tumbling for over 20 years. Her educational background is in the fields of Education and Sports Medicine. She previously owned Gymnastic Elite & Allstars in Englewood, Florida. She currently holds many certificates including NCA/USA Cheer, USA Gymnastics Safety Certification. She is a former FSU Cheerleader and Gymnast. She has been hosting classes at various Charlotte County facilities for over four years. She encourages all that have a heart for cheering and a passion to tumble, to join her on Thursday nights. For more information contact Gina at 941.961.5037.
Youth Tennis
Day: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Time: 5:00pm to 6:30pm
Fee: $45 per 6 week session
Next Registration: Scheduled for October 2009 at the Harold Tennis Courts.
Tennis is one of those games everyone can enjoy whether as a beginner or more accomplished player. Coach Pat teaches basic skills to the novice player and will take interested participants to the next level of play in a positive learning environment on Harold’s well maintained courts. For more information contact Pat at 941.627.9044.
Dance/Twirl
Day: Tuesdays
Time: 5:30pm to 6:30pm
Ages: 5 & up
Fee: $35/month
This course is an introduction to twirling batons, flags, & more. Class participants will also learn marching basics. If you think you might be interested in colorguard training, this is the place to start!
Drop-In Game Room *NEW*
Days: Monday through Friday (during the school year)
Time: 3:30-5:30pm (may be effected by special programs)
Ages: 8-12 years
Fee: $2 drop-in
Various games will be available for kids to use while they hang out with their friends at the recreation center. Please note there will be limited supervision of the game room by recreation staff and all must participants must sign in.
Programs Open to All Ages
Tae Kwon Do
Days: Monday and Wednesday
Time: 6pm to 8pm
Fee: $40/month for first family member. $20/month for each additional family member.
Instructor Gene Marshner welcomes participants of all ages (6 and older) every Monday and Wednesday evening to learn self control, confidence, self defense, discipline and respect. Tae Kwon Do is a fun and disciplined way to develop the qualities of good character.
Parent and Tot Playgroup
Dates: Through April 2010
Day: Wednesdays
Time: 10:00-11:30am
Fee: $2/session per child
This program is an opportunity for children to socialize in a parent supervised play group. Toys or crafts are provided by the recreation center.
Birthday Parties
Dates: Year Round
Day: Sundays
Time: Available between 12:00pm-5:30pm for a two hour block
Cost: $100 non-refundable deposit for the first 15 children. $7 for each additional child.
Please note that the deposit must be paid two weeks in advance of reservation)
The Harold Avenue Recreation Center opens up the gymnasium and one meeting room for your party. Food, toddler toys, and sports equipment are provided as well as a sound system for music in the gym. Time is provided for you to come in and decorate. Please call for additional information.
Adult Programs
Trimnastics
Days: Monday, Wednesday, Friday
Time: 9:30am to 10:30am
Fee: 20 Sessions for $40
Instructor Wini Digman presents low impact aerobic exercise to music guaranteed to keep you healthy, happy, and trim while having fun in a group setting.
Jazzercise
Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
Time: 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Fee: $32 per month EFT, Unlimited Attendance, Joining fees may apply. Check out the August Special. Jazzercise is a fusion of aerobics, yoga, Pilates and kickboxing movements into fun dance routines set to fresh new music. All fitness levels welcome. For more information contact Lisa at 941-916-3271.
Yoga *NEW Class*
Days: Thursdays
Time: 7:00pm – 8:00pm
Ages: 16 & Up
Fee: $18 per month
Yoga, meaning “union” in Sanskrit, can be thought of as the union between the mind, body and spirit. While you may think about yoga as just stretching, yoga is really about creating balance in the body through developing both strength and flexibility. Join our instructor, Rosemary and reduce the stress in your life while improving your mental and physical well-being.
Evening Zumba with Chantal *NEW CLASS*
Days: Wednesdays
Time: 7:00pm-8:00pm
Cost: $7/class
Zumba is aerobic exercise inspired by Latin dance. Instructor Chantal holds multiple Zumba certifications. Classes are professionally designed, FUN and safe. All levels of ability are welcome.
Morning Zumba with Lourdes *NEW CLASS*
Days: Fridays
Time: 10:45am – 11:45am
Cost: $18 for 4 classes, $22.50 for 5 classes, $6 drop-in fee
Zumba is aerobic exercise inspired by Latin dance. Instructor Lourdes presents her class in a manner that is easy to learn while burning away inches. All levels of ability are welcome.
Harold Ave. Sponsored Leagues
Adult Flag Football League
Days: Sundays
Time: 9:00am – 2pm
Cost: $375 per Team.
Next Registration: The Fall League is currently in session. Stay tuned for the Spring League registration.
The Flag Football League is designed for men ages 18 & Older (must be out of H.S.) This is a non-contact sport. The participants come together once a week for day of fun and friendly competition. Space is limited and early registration of teams is recommended.
Co-Ed Youth Basketball
Days: Practices are scheduled with coach on Tue, Wed., or Thu. Games are played Saturdays
Ages: 5-15 (New participants must supply a copy of their birth certificate)
Cost: Registration - $60 (October 1-16)
Come watch some of Charlotte County’s most talented young athletes participate in this popular program. We are also seeking Team Sponsors.
Instructors!
The Harold Avenue Recreation Center is seeking additional instructors in the following program areas: Square Dance, Ballroom Dance, Tai Chi, Girls Volleyball, and more. If you have an interest in working with our staff as a contract instructor providing youth and adult programs contact Mike Norton at 941.627.1074.
Tringali Recreation Center
3460 N. Access Rd
Englewood, FL
Contact Person: Sharon Ullrich
941.681.3742
Painting and Drawing Classes
Painting & Drawing Classes
Painting: Monday’s 1:00pm - 4:00pm. Tuesday’s 1:00pm-4:00pm
Drawing: Thursday’s 9:00pm-1:00pm
Instructor: Joanne Stramara will teach and guide students from beginner to intermediate the art of water color and drawing. Exercises designed for success at every step.
Fee: $55.00/4wks
Yoga
Wednesday’s
Community Center Unit #1
7:00pm-8:00pm
Instructor: Pauline Stone, this is an on going program for beginners to intermediates; a floor mat or cover and loose fitting attire are recommended
Fee: $12/ 4wks
Zumba
Tuesday’s
Community Center Unit #1
5:45pm-6:45pm
Join the millions of people that have decided that having fun and working out are not mutually exclusive. Join those who’d rather have a blast. Join the party
Fee: $7.00 per person
Tringali Tappers
Monday’s and Thursday’s Community Center Unit #1
Monday’s: 9:00am-10:00am Beginner, 10:00am-11:00am Intermediate
Thursday’s 9:00am-10:00am Intermediates, 10:00am-11:00am Intermediate
Instructors: Marylou Yarbough and Judy Murphy teach tap dancing to beginners through intermediate, so put on your tap shoes and come on out for some fun and exercise plus learn a few new steps.
Fee:$3.00 per class/$30.00 month
Country Line Dance
Community Center Unit #1
Monday Evenings: 6:00pm – 8:30 pm
Wednesday/Friday Mornings: 10:00am – 12:30pm
Thursday Afternoon: 12:00pm-1:00pm
Instructor: Eileen Haxton will teach the latest in Line Dance steps to beginners through intermediate. This class is a fun way to exercise to music.
Fee: Evenings $5/per class, Daily $4/per class
Ballet, Tap and Jazz
Monday’s and Wednesday’s
Community Center Unit #1
Monday’s: 3:30pm-5:45pm, Baby Doll Ballet 3yrs-6yrs, Elementary Ballet 7yrs-12yrs
Wednesday’s: 5:00pm-6:00pm Beginning Adult-Rockette Style
Instructor: Susanna Mazzar teaches children through adult the art of Ballet, Tap and Jazz. Builds grace and confidence plus muscle toning, flexibility and balance.
Fee: $30.00/ 5wks, $25/ extra person, second class $20.00
Gymnastics
Wednesday’s
Gymnasium Unit #4
3:30pm-4:15pm, Special Needs Classes
4:15pm-4:45pm, Preschool ages 3-5
4:45-5:45pm, Advanced Gymnastics ages 7-15
5:45pm-6:30pm, Gym, Tumble & Cheer Ages Kinder-5th grade
6:15pm-8:15pm, Allstar Competitive (tryouts required)
Coach: Gina Bannon instructs participants in all areas of gymnastics, cheer & tumbling while using safe and fun equipment.
Fees: $28/4wks: Preschool, $38/4wks: Special Needs: Gym, Tumble & Cheer; Teen Tumble & Cheer & Allstar. $44/4wks: Advanced
Yoga
Monday’s
Unit #2, Rms A&B
7:00pm-8:00pm
Instructor: Linda Davison, this is an on going program for beginners to Intermediates; a floor mat or cover and loose fitting attire are recommended.
Fee: $12/4wks
Release Date: 9/24/2009
