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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



Summer Programs


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 Volleyball and Soccer

Registration for the youth recreational Soccer and Volleyball seasons will begin in August. Registration deadline for both leagues is Friday, August 13, 2010 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

Click HERE for information on Soccer
(on "Leagues & Teams" page)

GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL

Click HERE for information of Girls' Volleyball
(on "Leagues & Teams" page)


Recreation Camps

FREE!!!
Eight Mini Camps are offered this summer, for children ages 5 - 11 years old.
Monday – Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 12 noon
Summer Camps offer crafts, games, snacks and lots of FUN!!!
Each camp will end with a swim party on Friday's from 12 noon to 1: 00 p.m.
Space is limited, so you must be registered to participate.

2011 Registration Form TBA

Date   Theme Cost
TBA Medieval Times FREE
TBA Birds & Bugs FREE
TBA Carnival FREE
TBA Art Week FREE
TBA Monsters FREE
TBA Into Africa FREE
TBA Camper's Delight FREE
TBA Music in America FREE



Youth Baseball / Softball / Tee Ball for 2010

2011 TBA



Swimming Lessons

$30.00 (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.


Swimming Activities

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:  $2.00

Friday, June 4, 2010 7-9 pm
Friday, August 13, 2010 7-9 pm

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.


Recreation Activities coming in 2011

Father & Daughter Dance

The Father/Daughter Dance for 2011 will be held on Saturday, February 5, 2011 from 7:00 to 8:30 pm at the Jimmie O. Rector Community Center.


Annual Community Art Show

The PARD’s 2011 Annual Community Art Show will be held Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, March 4-6, 2011 at the Jimmie O. Rector Community Center.


Youth Summer Tennis Camp

Offered by Whitesboro PARD and the WISD Tennis Program


Lifeguard Training Course

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


TAAF / PARD Summer Track

Click HERE for Summer Track information and schedule
(on "Leagues & Teams" page)