Parks and Recreation
Recreational Programs & Activities
Kid's Christmas Workshop
December 10, 2011
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Sign up Now! - Registration is between November 1 and December 1
Come join the fun!
2011 Kid's Christmas Workshop Information / Application (PDF)
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)
Coming in 2012!
Whitesboro Summer Track
Registration TBA
Deadline: TBA
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for information on "Athletic Opportunities / Leagues & Teams" page
Coming in 2012!
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: TBA
Class fee: TBA
- Deadline for Registration TBA
- Pretest TBA
- Class Dates: TBA
Coming in 2012!
Recreation Camps
FREE!!!
Nine 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.
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Coming in 2012!
Youth Summer Tennis Camp
Offered by Whitesboro PARD and the WISD Tennis Program
- Dates: TBA
- Times:
- 6 to 10 year olds—
- 11 to 14 year olds—
- Site: Hayes Primary School Tennis Courts at 115 Fourth Street
- Camp Coach: WISD Tennis Coach Sam Rodrigue
- Fees:
- 1 Child--$60.00
- 2 Children--$85.00
- 3 Children--$110.0
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 12, 2011 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 - Registration Deadline - Friday, August 12, 2011
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for more Soccer information on "Athletic Opportunities / Leagues & Teams" page
GIRLS’ VOLLEYBALL - Registration Deadline - Friday, August 12, 2011
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for more Girlss' Volleyball information on "Athletic Opportunities / Leangues & Team" page
Youth Baseball / Softball / Tee Ball
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for information on "Athletic Opportunities / Leagues & Teams" page
$30.00
(Children must be 4 years old to take public swim lessons; private swim lessons are available for children under 4.)
2011 Schedule
SESSION 1 June 6-17
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 20-July 1
Children’s Tree transportation this session
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 5-15
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 18-July 29
9 AM: Level I, Level II, Level VI
10 AM: Level I, Level III, Level V
11 AM: Level II, Level IV, IPAP
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 Pool Activity Schedule
SPLASH DAY!
Saturday, May 28, 2011
Free Admission For All!
1:00 to 6:00 PM
Water Aerobics: $3.00
Ladies’ Shallow Water Class:
Mon/Wed/Fri 7:45-8:45 AM
Mon/Tues/Thurs, 7-8 PM
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 8:00-8:45 AM
Mom & Me Swim Time
Friday, 12:00-1:00 PM
Preschoolers and moms (regular fees apply)
Ladies’ Day: $2.00
Wednesday, 12:00-2:00 PM
Fathers’ Day
June 19, 2011
Dads admitted free when accompanied
by their child. (regular fees apply)
Middle School Mixers: $2.00
Friday, June 3, 2011 7-9 PM
Friday, August 12, 2011 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 2012
Father Daughter Dance, Saturday, February 4, 2012
Whitesboro’s Shauney P. Lucas Community Art Show, March 2-4, 2012