Parks and Recreation
Recreational Programs & Activities
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)
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 |
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| 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
$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.
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.
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
- Registration Form (PDF Format)
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
- Deadline for Registration, TBA
- Pretest Monday TBA
- Class Dates: TBA
- 2010 Course Flyer (PDF Format) - For Reference Only
Click HERE for Summer Track information and schedule
(on "Leagues & Teams" page)