Parks and Recreation
Recreational Programs & Activities
Texas Star Cloggers Classes
Classes on Thursdays at 5:30 PM
Fee - $20.00 per month
Add $5.00 per month for additional students in the same family
Click here for Info/Registration Form
Maxwell's Tae Kwon Do
Alinda
Maxwell of Maxwell’s Tae Kwon Do in Sherman, teaches classes here on Tuesdays.
Ms. Maxwell is a Fifth Degree Black Belt with over 15 years of
teaching experience. Her classes, for ages 5 to adult, focus on
self-discipline, self-confidence, self-defense and fitness enhancement.
Call Alinda Maxwell at 903-868-1998 for more information.
Tuesdays:
3:45 PM for 5 to 7 years old
4:40 PM for 8 years old & older
5:35 PM for Advanced Kids
6:30 PM for Adults
Fee - $30.00 per month
Indoor Walking
The multipurpose room is available for walking from 9:00 AM to 12 Noon. Note: Walking may be cancelled in the event of building rentals or PARD activities.
Senior Citizen Dances
- All dances are held at the Jimmie O. Rector Community Center. Thursday morning dances are free, door charge at evening events.
- Thursdays, 10 am to 12 noon, followed by a potluck lunch. Whitesboro Senior Citizens' Activity Club
- 3rd Friday Dance, 7 to 10 pm, Goodtimers Club (live band)
- 4th Friday Dance, 7 to 10 pm, Whitesboro Senior Citizens' Activity Club (live band)
- 5th Friday Dance, 7 to 10 pm, Whitesboro Senior Citizens' Activity Club (live band)
Click HERE for Dance Flyer
The PARD
sponsors summer programs for children in June, July, and August. Programs
include a variety of activities such as cooking, art, crafts, games and
mini-day camps.
2010 Program Information being added continually!
More to come! - Keep watching here for more information and updates!
The PARD track program is open to children ages 1st grade thru high school seniors. Cost is $25 and meets are held on Saturdays in the north Texas area. Meet dates and locations will be announced in May, 2010.
Visit Whitesboro Summer Track Organization - www.whitesborostp.com
- Registration DEADLINE - Friday May 7, 2010 at 5:00 PM
- Participants ages: First Grade through High School Seniors
- Fee: $25
- Practices: Evenings at the Whitesboro Track
- Call Dare Nolen for more info at 903.564.9301
- Click HERE for 2010 Registration Form
- 2010 Track Meet Schedule TO BE ANNOUNCED
Recreation Camps
All camps will be conducted Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 noon. Each camp will be organized around a central theme, and there will be corresponding art projects, craft projects, games, and snacks each day. The first two camps of the summer are free. Enrollment in each camp is limited, so registration is necessary. Registration form required.
2010 Information and Registration Forms being added continually.
Click each Theme (if red) to see the appropriate Registration Form.
If Theme is not red, then use Summer Recreational Registration Form
| Date | Theme | Cost | |
| June 1-4 | TBA | see form |  |
| June 7-11 | TBA | FREE | |
| June 14-18 | TBA | FREE | |
| June 21-25 | TBA | FREE | |
| June 28 - July 2 | TBA | FREE | |
| July 6 - 9 | TBA | FREE | |
| July 12-16 | TBA | FREE | |
| July 19-23 | TBA | FREE | |
| July 26-30 | TBA | FREE | |
August 2-6
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TBA
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FREE
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Click HERE for Summer Recreational Registration Form
Water Aerobics Classes
$3.00 per Class
Ladies’ Shallow Water Class:
Mon/Tues/Thurs 7-8 PM
Mon/Wed/Fri 7:45-8:45 AM
Co-ed Deep Water Class:
Mon/Tues/Thurs 8-9 PM
Youth Baseball / Softball / T-Ball for 2010
2010 Baseball/Softball/T-ball
Registration Deadline-February 12, 2010
Return form to PARD at 400 Wilson Street or mail to:
PO Box 340
Whitesboro, TX 76273
Season scheduled dates:
Scout Day-Feb. 20 (changed from Feb. 27)
Practice begins-March 15
Games begin-April 5
Youth Volleyball and Soccer
Registration for the youth recreational Soccer and Volleyball seasons will begin in August. Registration deadline for both leagues is Friday, August 14, 2009 at 5:00 PM. Games are expected to begin in September and will also be announced here. Details for each league are outlined below:
SOCCER
4-9 year old boys & girls
League determined by age on Aug 31
Fee: $35
Registration Form 2009 (PDF)
Soccer Schedule (PDF)
GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL
5th & 6th grade girls
Fee: $50
Registration Form 2009 (PDF)
Volleyball Schedule (PDF)
Programs coming in 2010
$25.00 (Children must be 4 years old to take public swim lessons.)
SESSION 1 June 7 - June 18, 2010
Children’s Tree transportation this session.
9 AM: Level II, Level III, Level IV
10 AM: Level I, Level II, Level V
11 AM: Level I, Level II, Level III
SESSION 2 June 21 - July 2, 2010
9 AM: Guardstart, Level IV, Level III
10 AM: Level I, Level II, Level VI
11 AM: Level I, Level II, Level III
SESSION 3 July 6 - July 16, 2010
9 AM: Level I, Level II, Level VI
10 AM: Level I, Level III, Level V
11 AM: Level I, Level II, Level IV
SESSION 4 July 19 - July 30, 2010
9 AM: Level I, Level II, Level VI
10 AM: Level I, Level III, Level V
11 AM: Level II, Level IV, IPAP
SESSION 5 August 2 - August 13, 2010
9 AM: Level VI, Level IV, Level III
10 AM: Level I, Level II, Level III
11 AM: Level I, Level II, Level V
Private swim lessons available—check with the pool office for details.
Swimming Lesson Staff
Brief Description of Swimming Classes
Level I: Water Exploration (ages 4 & up)
Helps students feel comfortable in the water. Safety rules, buddy system, supported floating and kicking, bubble blowing, submerging face in water.
Level II: Primary Skills
Float and recover without support, locomotion skills, and basic rescue skills.
Level III: Stroke Readiness
Coordinates front crawl and back crawl. Introduces elementary backstroke and treading water. Learn to dive from side of pool. Safety skills.
Level IV: Stroke Development
Increased endurance and distance in familiar strokes. Introduces breaststroke and sidestroke and turning at a wall.
Level V: Stroke Refinement
Refinement of key strokes, introduces butterfly, open turns, the feet-first surface dive, and springboard diving.
Level VI: Swimming and Skill Proficiency
Polishes strokes over greater distances. Introduces additional turns as well as the pike and tuck surface dives. Prepares students to participate on swim teams and in advance courses such as Water Safety Instructor and Lifeguard Training.
IPAP: Infant and Preschool Aquatics Program
Ages 6 months to 3 years (with parent or other adult accompanying child in water). Helps child become comfortable in and around the water so they will be ready to learn to swim at 4 years. Children progress at their own rates through the skills in the program.
Guardstart: Lifeguarding Tomorrow
A jumpstart into lifeguarding for kids 11-14 who have completed at least Level IV. Learn accident prevention, develop swimming skills, gain understanding of basic emergency response techniques, and learn leadership skills.
Splash Day!
Saturday, May 29, 2010
Free Admission For All!
1:00 to 6:00 PM
Water
Aerobics: $3.00
Ladies’ Shallow Water Class:
Mon/Tues/Thurs, 7-8 PM
Mon/Wed/Fri 7:45-8:45
AM
Co-ed Deep Water Class:
Mon/Tues/Thurs 8-9 PM
Lap
Swim: $2.00
Mon – Fri 12:00-1:00 PM
Senior
Men’s Swim: $2.00
Mon/Wed/Fri 8-8:45 AM
Mom
& Me Swim Time
Friday, 12:00-1:00 PM
Preschoolers and moms
Ladies’
Day: $2.00
Wednesday, 12:00-2:00 PM
Fathers’
Day
June 13, 2010
Dads admitted free when accompanied by their child
Middle
School Mixers: $1.00
Dates TBA
Pool Parties for Students going into grades 6, 7, or 8 only. Music, Swimming, Games, and Fun!
Pool Rental
Rentals available on Wednesdays and Fridays: 7-9 PM, Saturdays: 6-8 PM, and Sundays: 5-7 PM.
Fee: $100 for two hours
Call 903.564.5964 for more information.
Swimming Pool Quick Facts
No regular diapers are allowed in the pool—only “Little Swimmers” or contained swimsuits only.
Private swim lessons are available. Please see pool office for details.
Ten minutes each hour of public swim is set aside for a safety break for ages 15 and under.
Children under 8 MUST be
accompanied by an adult.
Lifeguard Classes
Registration deadline: Friday, May 7, 2010
Pretest: Monday, May 10, 2010
Learn the knowledge and skills needed to prevent and respond to emergencies in and around an aquatic environment. CPR for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid are included in the course. Students must attend all classes. All City of Whitesboro lifeguards are Red Cross certified. Completion of course does not guarantee employment with the City of Whitesboro. Students must be 15 years old and pass a water pre-test to take the class.
Pre-test fee: $25.00
Class fee: $125.00
Click HERE for 2009 Class Flyer
Tennis Camp (June)