playbook sept 2011

September 2011
Decatur Active Living • Children & Youth Services
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athletics 5
tennis
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youth
& adult
classes 9
seniors 13
special
events 15
after
school
Making New Friends and
Setting New Goals
I
n Decatur’s after-school programs – Animal Crackers, Whiz Kids and Project
REAL – kids make new friends and set goals for themselves, their schools and
their communities. The programs offer a wide range of activities to choose from:
sports, group games, technology instruction, enrichment, tutoring, dramatic play,
arts and crafts, special projects, reading, board games, and theme-based shortand long-term projects.
Through a remarkable partnership with City Schools
of Decatur, CYS (Children and Youth Services) links the
city’s goals for developing active lifestyles with the
school system’s goals for developing 21st century skills.
Program offerings promote the development of creativity, critical thinking, communication and teamwork,
technology competence, independence, responsibility, leadership, and social skills.
Technology staff, school system staff, after-school
site directors and counselors, CYS administrators, tutors, academic building coordinators and our enrichment coordinator work together to identify weekly
learning targets linked to each theme.
To meet the goals the after-school programs offer
technology curriculum activities designed by school
system staff, cultural enrichment activities led by artist
instructors, and small-group tutoring sessions taught
by certified teachers. The programs also promote over-
all health and wellness through nutrition lessons, food
projects, and physical activity.
New themes each month culminate with a showcase, celebration or presentation to share ongoing
projects and highlight what participants have learned.
Monthly themes include friendship, goal setting, social
skills, personal growth, global awareness, careers, creativity and self-expression, community, healthy foods
and fitness, and physical activity.
Each enrichment session culminates with a showcase for parents and families. Mark your calendar for
our Family Dance, Nov. 4, and the annual After School
Celebration on March 27. All families of enrolled children are welcome to attend these events.
We look forward to another exciting, enriching, engaging year of after-school activities in Decatur. Let’s
go for the goals!
Cycling at Glenlake Park
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Volunteer for the CATCH Healthy Habits Program
Make a Healthy Difference in a Child’s Life
and Your Own!
T
he Metro Atlanta RSVP Volunteer Program, sponsored by the Atlanta Regional Commission’s Area Agency on Aging, is recruiting volunteers over 50 for the CATCH
Healthy Habits Program. The program aims to combat childhood obesity by engaging older adults to mentor children in grades K-5 and help them learn healthy
habits for a lifetime. It offers an innovative way to make a difference in the life of a child and
in your community – and improve your health at the same time.
Fall sessions will be held in conjunction with the Whiz Kids after-school program at the
new 4/5 Academy at Fifth Avenue in Oakhurst. Class sessions will encourage healthy behavior, wiser food choices, and increased physical activity to benefit both the children and adult
volunteers enrolled in the CATCH program.
To volunteer or learn more about the CATCH Healthy Habits Program, contact Mary Newton, program coordinator, 404-463-4554 (mnewton@atlantaregional.com).
Introducing . . .
New Site Directors
We are pleased to welcome three new site directors to the CYS team:
314-C Church St. • P.O. Box 220
Decatur, GA 30031
404-378-1082 • fax 404-378-1281
www.decaturga.com/cys
Marian Melton.................................................. director Claire Miller.................................... assistant director
Glenda Lee............................... program supervisor
Lartesha Chaney....................................site director
Caudieu Cook..........................................site director
Rashad Crowell.......................................site director
Shemika Hubbard.................................site director
Renae Madison.......................................site director
Barrett Tibbetts........................................site director
Ashley Stewart-McMillan...administrative assistant
Decatur Active Living Division
430 W. Trinity Place. • P.O. Box 220
Decatur, GA 30031
404-377-0494 • fax 404-370-4130
www.decaturga.com • www.beactivedecatur.com
Greg White.......................................................... director
Cheryl Burnette........................... assistant director
Athletic Services
Stacy Green............................. program supervisor
Lindsey Struck... assistant program supervisor
Recreation Services
Lee Williams............................ program supervisor
Teresa Davis.......................................program leader
Bessie Hall...........................................program leader
Tavelus Johnson.............................program leader
Eugenia Kelley-Minor..................program leader
Tennis/Aquatics Staff
Rashad Crowell at
Winnona Park Animal
Crackers
Shemika Hubbard at
Oakhurst Animal Crackers
Caudieu Cook at
Glennwood Animal
Crackers
Jabari Cole................................ program supervisor
Sharon Hulette................................program leader
Marlene Scott...................................program leader
Support Staff
Did you know? We’ve moved!
The Decatur Recreation
Center has relocated to
Beacon Hill Center, 430
W. Trinity Place (behind
the police station and
next to Ebster Recreation
Center). Please visit the
new location for all your
registration needs. Office
hours remain the same:
Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m.8 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m.-5
p.m.; Saturday, 9 a.m.-3
p.m.
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Virginia Atchison.........................administrative assistant
Lillie Johnson......................................morning clerk
Juanita Tyson........................................ evening clerk
Loretta Washington...................... afternoon clerk
Active Living Board Members
Bill Adams, Chair
Sally Brozek • Michael Harbin • Wendy Heaps
Mamie Jennings Mabery • Don Rigger
Parky Rogers • Miriam Vos
After School
k
Contact Claire Miller • 404-378-1082, claire.miller@decaturga.com
Registration, Classes and Fees
For registration forms visit www.decaturga.com/cys and select After School Programs.
After-School Fees at a Glance 2011-2012
Program
Grade Level
Full Session
Animal Crackers
K-3rd
$290
DRC@Beacon Hill, Glennwood, Oakhurst, Winnona Park
Whiz KIds
4th-5th
$250
Fifth Avenue
Project Real
6th-8th
$210
Renfroe
1 day
2 days
3 days
4 days
$70
$140
$210
$280
$60
$120
$180
$240
$50
$100
$150
$200
Nonresidents $25 additional per session, $10 additional per day partial enrollment
Project REAL Class Schedule Fall 2011
Develop some REAL skills through our class offerings. Classes are offered in sessions two days per
week excluding school holidays. Register for as many as you like!
Dates
Days of Week
Hours
Aug. 15-Sept. 19
Sept. 27-Oct. 20
Sept. 26-Oct. 19 Oct. 24-Dec. 19
Nov. 3–Dec. 5
MW
TuTh
MW
Double Session, MW
TuTh
4:15-5:15
Sept. 5, 12-16
4:15-5:15
4:15-5:15
4:15-5:45
Nov. 22-26
4:15-5:15
Nov. 22-26
Holidays
Topic
Instructor
Mad Science
Fencing
Cartooning
Filmmaking
Tennis
Kris Thornton-Webb
John Terris
Wanda Rose Stewart
Jeff Keating
Nia Willis
$100 Per Session residents, $120 nonresidents
Whiz Kids
at the GreenFest
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After School
Contact Claire Miller • 404-378-1082, claire.miller@decaturga.com
All-Day Camps
CYS provides care for students on Teacher Work Days and other
holidays. This allows parents to be at work and gives the children a
day with friends from other schools. All-day camps are open to any
family wishing to register including nonresidents and families not
enrolled in Decatur after-school programs. Registration is limited.
Programs run 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. at Beacon Hill Rec Center.
Big Kids All-Day Camps
4th-8th graders take a trip each day. Lunch and snack are provided.
Theme
Date
Trip
Big Kids on the Farm
Sept. 12 Cagles Family Farm and Maze Pick Your Own (Canton, Ga.)
Sept. 13 Bank’s Vineyard (Fayetteville, Ga.)
Sept. 14 DeKalb Farmers Market (Decatur, Ga.)
Sept. 15 Atlanta State Farmers Market (Forest Park,Ga.)
Sept. 16 Create Your Own Market (Decatur, Ga.)
Big Kids on Wheels
Nov. 1
Sights and Sounds of Autumn Nov. 21 Sparkles (Kennesaw, Ga.)
Desoto Falls (Lumpkin County, Ga.)
Nov. 22 Anna Ruby Falls (Helen, Ga.)
Nov. 23 Atlanta Community Food Bank (Atlanta)
December No all-day camps offered
Art in Motion
Jan. 3 High Museum of Art (Atlanta)
All-Day Camps for K-3rd Graders
Bring a lunch. Snack is provided.
Series
Date
Theme
Wonders of Science
Sept. 12 Ocean Oasis
Sept. 13 Cosmic and Galactic Mysteries
Sept. 14 A Bug’s Life
(Trip*: Fernbank Museum of Natural History)
Sept. 15 Furs and Feathers
Sept. 16 All of These Flowers
(None)
Nov. 1 Art-A-Palooza
All Around the World
Nov. 21
Music and Dance
Nov. 22 World Celebration
Nov. 23 Foods of the World
(None)
December
No all-day camps offered
(None)
Jan. 3
Superhero Adventures
Fees
K-3rd: nonresident $40/day, resident $35/day*
4th-8th: Nonresident $50/day, resident $45/day
Limited financial assistance for after-school programs and all-day
camps is available on a sliding scale to Decatur residents who
demonstrate a need. If you have questions or need additional
information, call Decatur Children and Youth Services, 404-3781082.
* An additional fee of $7 is charged to financial assistance recipients on field trip days to cover the cost of the trip.
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Youth Sports
Contact Stacy Green or Lindsey Struck • 678-553-6549 or 678-553-6550
Sports Play Leads to Healthy Habits
Mini + Li’l = Many Active Little
Kids
Do you have a little one eager to start playing sports? Decatur Active Living offers
Li’l Kickers, Li’l Dribblers, Mini Soccer and
Mini Basketball – introductory instructional
programs for girls and boys ages 3-6. Li’l
Kickers and Li’l Dribblers are four-week
courses designed to develop basic soccer
and basketball skills. Spaces are limited.
Li’l Kickers Soccer • 3-5 yrs
M/W: #242010-07
T/Th: #242010-08
Registration begins Sept. 6
Li’l Dribblers • 3-5 yrs
M/W • #242010-05
T/Th • #242010-06
Registration begins Oct. 3
Mini Soccer/Mini Basketball
These are instructional programs for girls
and boys. Mini Soccer is for children 4-5.
Mini Soccer is for 4 year olds who have
completed one season of Li’l Kickers. Mini
Basketball is for children 5-6. The programs
introduce beginners to the game. Each
team has one 30-minute game following
each practice. Mini Soccer consists of eight
players and Mini Basketball consists of six
players. All games and practices are on
Saturdays. Mini Soccer and Mini Basketball
coaches are needed.
League Soccer
6-7 yrs • #232031-01
8-9 yrs • #232032-01
10-11 yrs • #232033-01
Coed Leagues are offered for children 6-11.
Teams are divided into 6-7, 8-9, 10-11 age
groups. All levels are welcome. Participants
6-11 will have one practice a week. Practice begins the week of Sept. 12. Games
will be played on Saturdays, Sept. 24-Nov.
12.
Cheerleading
6-8 yrs • #232050-01
9-10 yrs • #232051-01
11-12 yrs • #232052-01
Cheerleading includes an eight-game
regular season and tournament games.
Squads have one practice and cheer one
game per week. A cheerleading clinic will
be held Nov. 5, 10 a.m., at Ebster Gym, with
a parents meeting immediately following. Soccer
Coed Leagues for 6-7 yrs., 8-9 yrs.
& 10-11 yrs.
Mini Soccer 4-5 yrs.
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Youth Sports
Contact Stacy Green or Lindsey Struck • 678-553-6549 or 678-553-6550
the game. No equipment required. Players
are provided lacrosse sticks, which they
can keep upon conclusion of the course.
Lacrosse Clinic • 6-10 yrs
New This Season! Flag Football
5-7 yrs • #232070-01
8-10 yrs • #232070-02
The six-week program for boys and girls
ages 5-10 builds on the success of the Flag
Football camp offered at Mead Road Park
last fall. Players enjoy two weeks of basic
introduction to the game in 60-minute
sessions at the Samuel L. Jones Boys and
Girls Club. In weeks 3-6 they’ll put their
skills to work in 20-minute practice sessions followed by 40-minute games. Practices and games are held on the Samuel L.
Jones Boys and Girls Club field. Volunteer
coaches are needed. The season begins
Sept. 25 and concludes Oct. 30.
Li’l Lax • 4-6 yrs
M/W • #242010-03
T/Th • #242010-04
A four-week introductory course designed
to develop basic lacrosse skills for future
lacrosse players ages 4-6. Players learn
basic skills such as scooping, cradling and
passing and also gain an understanding of
#232071-02
The four-week clinic introduces first-year
league players to the game and enhances
prior skills. Instructors will be Decatur Active Living lacrosse coaches, Decatur High
School varsity players and Georgia High
School lacrosse officials. The clinic will be held on Sundays, Oct. 2-23, and will conclude with a one-day Jamboree on Sunday, Oct. 30.
7-8 yrs • #232021-01
9-10 yrs • #232022-01
11-12 yrs • #232023-01
Who has the B-Ball Skills? Teams are divided into three age groups and all skill levels
are welcome. The 7-12 division teams are
organized by skill assessment and draft.
Each team has one practice and one game
per week at local gyms. Returning this season: the 11-12 travel team. Players must try
out for this team, which is more competitive than the Rec league.
Girls Basketball
Lacrosse Stick Workshop –
String ’em Up
Are the strings on your lacrosse stick coming apart? Are they worn out? Does your
lacrosse stick look a mess? Then you don’t
want to miss the “learn to re-string your
lacrosse stick” workshop, Sunday, Nov. 6,
2 p.m., at Beacon Hill Center. Registration
will include a restringing kit. Workshop fee
is $30.
Girls Lacrosse Information
Pre-registration for Girls Spring Lacrosse
will be Nov. 5-19. A uniform fitting will be
held on Thursday, Dec. 8, 5:30 p.m., at Beacon Hill.
Age control dates for fall sports:
Soccer
Basketball
Youth Basketball, Coed
Basketball
Sept. 1, 2011
Jan. 1, 2011
9-10 yrs • #232025-01
11-12 yrs • #232027-01
Non-stop girl action on the court! Girls
basketball is back this season. The teams
will represent Decatur Active Living in
the YMCA and DeKalb County basketball
league. Each team will have one practice
and one game per week at local gyms.
Junior and Senior League Boys
and Girls Basketball
13-17 yrs • #232024-01
Keep your game up by participating in
the Junior and Senior League for boys and
girls, a more competitive league with the
same recreation philosophy. It offers an
excellent way to put the final polish on
your basketball skills. The league will interschedule with Decatur YMCA and DeKalb
County Parks and Recreation.
Youth Sports at a Glance
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Sport
Ages
Fee
Resident Fee
Registration
Basketball
Basketball
Cheerleading
Fall Lacrosse Clinic
Flag Football
Li’l Dribblers
Li’l Kickers
Li’l Lax
Mini Basketball
Mini Soccer
9-12
11-17
6-12
6-10
5-10
3-5
3-5
4-6
5-6
5-6
$145
$145
$165
$70
$70
$70
$70
$70
$70
$70
$110
$110
$130
$55
$55
$55
$55
$55
$55
$55
9/17-10/22
11/12
11/14
12/3-2/11
9/17-10/22
11/12
11/14
12/3-2/18
9/17-10/22
11/5
11/14
12/3-2/11
9/6-9/24
10/2
10/2-10/30
9/6-9/24
9/25
9/25
9/25-10/30
10/3-10/8
10/10-12/3
9/6-9/10
9/12-10/6
9/6-9/24
10/3-10/27
9/17-10/22
11/12
12/3-1/21
8/6-8/27
9/10
9/24-10/29
DRD/YMCA DeKalb
DRD/YMCA/DeKalb
ERC
Ebster
Jones B & G
ERC
Glenlake
Glenlake
ERC
Glenlake Park
Soccer
6-11
$145
$110
8/6-8/27
GL/ERC/Jones B &G
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9/10
Practice begins
9/17
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Game Schedule
9/24-11/26
Game Site
Adult Leagues • Tennis
For Adult Leagues, contact Stacy Green or Lindsey Struck, 678-553-6549 or 678-553-6550 • For Tennis , contact Jabari Cole, 404-377-7231
Adult Basketball Leagues
Stay active by participating in the Decatur Active Living Adult Basketball League.
Winter basketball leagues are offered for adult men and women. Registration
is accepted on a first-come basis, starting Aug. 22 and concluding Nov. 2. A
mandatory team representative meeting will be held on Thursday, Nov. 17, 7 p.m.,
at Beacon Center. Leagues begin the week of Dec. 10. The schedule consists of 10
games and an end-of- season tournament. League winners will advance to GRPA
district competition.
Adult Leagues
Leagues offered Fee
Game Day
Location
Women’s League
“B” League
Th
M
DRC
DRC
$485
$485
Know Your Courts
Glenlake Tennis
Center
(under construction)
Oakhurst Park
Courts
1121 Church St.
Five courts
231 Sycamore St.
Two Courts
307 Feld Ave.
Two Courts
Scott Park Courts
Tennis Services
Glenlake Tennis Center offers the following tennis services: ALTA and
USTA leagues for juniors and adults, private, semi-private and group lessons, and team coaching. Call the tennis center and we will put you in
touch with an instructor, 404-377-7231.
Court Reservations
You can reserve the courts at Glenlake and Oakhurst for tennis action.
Resident court fees are $2/hour per person day rate and $2.50/hour per
person under the lights. Nonresident court fees are $3/hour per person
day rate and $3.50/hour per person under the lights. All courts
are lighted. Free Court Time
Courts at Oakhurst are free to residents
before 6 p.m. on weekdays. Courts are
free all day for Decatur residents. Come
to Glenlake Tennis Center and register
to take advantage of the free court time.
Proof of residency is required.
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Tennis
Contact Jabari Cole • 404-377-7231, jabari.cole@decaturga.com
Youth Programs
Advanced Tennis • 7-18 yrs
Tuesdays and Thursdays • 4:30-6 p.m.
Glenlake Tennis Courts
Advanced Tennis is for juniors who would
like to take their game to the next level
and who want to play serious competitive
tennis. During each session the focus is on
advanced stroke training, movement, physical fitness, and match strategy. The cost is
$15 per session. Each session includes 30
minutes of stroke instruction, 30 minutes
of drills, and 30 minutes of supervised play.
Contact Jabari Cole at Glenlake Tennis Center to reserve your spot.
Beginning Tennis • 7-15 yrs
Fridays, 5-6 p.m. • Glenlake Tennis
Center
Tennis lessons for children, $5 per session,
with a focus on proper stroke development
and movement. Each session concludes
with a game that’s sure to have your kids
eager to come back for more.
Munchkin Tennis • 4-6 yrs
Mondays, 4-5 p.m. • Glenlake Tennis
Center
Munchkin tennis is offered every Monday
afternoon all year long. The cost is $5 per class. The instructors use backdoor learn-
ing techniques and games to teach the
children proper stroke form and footwork
while keeping the major focus of the class
on fun.
Adult Programs
Adult Beginner Tennis Clinic
Adult Drills
Team Tennis
Glenlake Tennis Center offers six-week
adult beginner tennis clinics that cover
forehands, backhands, proper tennis
movement, serves, overheads, and the basics of singles and doubles play. Whether
you’re a seasoned tennis player or have
never picked up a racket before, this
course offers great value. The cost for the
six-week course is $75 for Decatur residents and $100 for all others.
Fridays, 6:30-8 p.m.
Sundays, 9:30-11 a.m.
Glenlake Tennis Center
The drills are designed so that players of all
skill levels are sure to hit lots of balls, have
lots of fun, and get a wonderful workout.
Each drill session ends with a game of the
“Wave” that will surely have you coming
back for more. You can drop in at any time.
Glenlake Tennis Center is home to a large
number of ALTA and USTA teams. If you are
looking to join a tennis team, call the tennis center with your name, phone number,
and current skill level. If teams are looking
for players we will gladly pass on your
contact information. The best way to find
a team could be to visit the Friday night
drills, which are frequented by some of the
team captains.
Tennis Programs at a glance
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Skill Level
Age
Day
Time
Fee/Class
Resident Fee
Adult Beginner
Advanced Tennis
All Levels
All Levels
Beginning Tennis
Munchkins
Adult
7-18 yrs
Adult
Adult
7-15 yrs
4-6
Th
Tu/Th
F
Sun
F
M
6 pm
4:30-6 pm
6:30-8 pm
9:30-11 am
5-6 pm
4-5 pm
$100
$15
$15
$15
$6.50/hr
$6.50
$75
$10
$10
$10
$5/hr
$5/hr
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Classes for Youth and Adults
Contact Lee Williams • 678-553-6551, lee.williams@decaturga.com
New and Exciting Ways to Get
Kids Active and Having Fun
Kids 2-5 yrs
Magical Mornings Entertainment
2-5 yrs
Decatur First United Methodist Church
School groups, don’t miss out on the fun
entertainment for your young people.
Storytelling, music and movement. Groups
of 10 or more must make reservations
and pre-pay. Call 404-377-0494. Fee: $4/$2
Decatur resident
Multi-Media • 4-5 yrs
Start Smart Golf • 3-5 yrs
#242010-09
Children learn art techniques – handbuilding clay, painting with watercolor and
tempera, collage, sculpting through music
and storytelling. Children should wear old
clothes or smocks. Popcorn is provided.
#242020-28
A seven-session developmentally appropriate introductory golf program. Children
get a positive and safe first golf experience
and begin to develop skills for future golf
participation. Registration is accepted on a
first-come basis.
Activities for Kids 2-5 yrs at a glance
Class/Activity
Time
Day
11 am-noon
W
Magical Mornings
Multi Media 4-5 yrs
3:45-5 pm
T
Start Smart Golf 3-5 yrs
2-2:45 pm
T
1-1:45 pm
S
Session
Fee
Resident Fee
Reg. Deadline
Instructor
9/21
$4
$2
Scott Douglas
10/26
Barry Stewart Mann
11/19
Queen Glitter
Ongoing
$110
$95 9/19
Sylvia Cross
10/18-11/08 (SI)
$70
$55
10/08 (SI) Lee Williams
10/22-11/9 (SII)
10/15 (SII) Phil Williams
Location
DFUMC
SPG
ERC
* DFUMC – Decatur First United Methodist Church; SPG – Sycamore Place Gallery; ERC – Ebster Recreation Center
Magical Mornings
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Classes for Adults and Youth
Contact Lee Williams • 678-553-6551, lee.williams@decaturga.com
Opportunities for Active Kids 5-17
Aikido • 5-13 yrs
design, and perspective using photos and still life and experimental
techniques with a variety of media including pastels, charcoal and
ink. Please bring a 2B pencil and sketchbook to class.
#242010-45 (September)
#242010-46 (October)
#242010-47 (November)
#242010-48 (December)
Aikido is a defensive, nonviolent martial art that uses the attacker’s
energy to pin or throw him. Aikido has been called the “art of peace”
for it teaches self defense techniques designed to protect the attacker from harm. Aikido is also a study in relationship building,
conflict resolution and listening.
New! SAFE Fencing • 6-9 yrs
#242010-34
SAFE (Swords Are Fun and Educational) fencing is a fitness program designed to teach the sport of Olympic-style fencing to
children. The course provides an exciting fencing experience using
instructional games and exercises that fuel the imagination and
offer practical instruction/application of the sport. Safety
equipment is provided and all weapons are made of
safe, flexible plastic.
Decatur Fencing • 8-17 yrs
#242010-35
Fencing is a European-originated Olympic sport based on the art of
swordplay. For new students, classes concentrate on providing an
enjoyable epee/foil fencing experience, improving physical fitness,
and creating the foundation needed to understand and appreciate
the sport. More advanced students can continue studying epee/
foil at a higher level. All participants should dress in loose, athletic
clothing. Protective equipment is provided.
New! Tae Kwon Do
#242010-58 (September)
#242010-59 (October)
#242010-60 (November)
#242010-61 (December)
Tae Kwon Do is a Korean martial art and the
national sport of Korea. Over the years, it has
developed into an internationally popular sport
and art, and stands among the official games
in the Olympics. Tae Kwon Do has four major
components: patterns (Poomese), sparring,
self-defense, kicking-punching, blocking and
striking techniques.
Multi-media • 5-10 yrs
#242010-25
The children explore many aspects of art, including hand-building
with clay, drawing and painting, collage and sculpture, puppetry
and printmaking. Art history is referenced and discussed. Please
bring a water bottle and wear old clothes to class. Theatrical Thursdays
9-12 yrs
Serious Sketchers
#242010-23 (7-12 yrs)
#242010-26 (11-15 yrs)
The 7-12 class learns perspective, line, value and scale in order to
sharpen eye-to-hand coordination, and discusses artists through
history. Please bring a sketchbook, 2B pencil, portable sharpener
and water bottle to class. The 11-15 class learns the elements of line,
#242010-62
Build a stage, create a character and put on a
show. Work with local actors and puppeteers to learn
the beauty and basics of staging a performance from
beginning to end. Bring a scarf or bandana to class.
Classes for Active Kids 5-17 yrs at a glance
Class/Activity
Time
Day
Session
Aikido (5-8 yrs)
Aikido (9-13 yrs)
Decatur Fencing (8-17 yrs)
Multi Media (5-10 yrs)
Serious Sketchers (7-12 yrs)
Serious Sketchers (11-15 yrs )
SAFE Fencing (6-9 yrs)
Tae Kwon Do
Theatrical Thursdays
3:30-4:15 pm
4:25-5:20 pm
6-8 pm
7-9 pm
3:45-5 pm
5-6 pm
6:15-7:15 pm
5-6 pm
7-8 pm
5-6 pm
T/F
Ongoing
T/F
Ongoing
T
Ongoing
T/F
W
On-going
T
Ongoing
M
Ongoing
T
Ongoing
M/Th
Ongoing
Th
Ongoing
Fee
Resident Fee
$85
$85
$80
$110
$110
$110
$110
$80
$50/mth
$110
$70
Ongoing
$70
Ongoing
$65
9/10
$95
$95
9/3
$95
9/ 10
$95
9/10
$65
9/10
$35/mth
$95
9/10
*BHC – Beacon Hill Center; DHA – Decatur Healing Arts; SPG – Sycamore Place Gallery
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Reg. Deadline
Instructor
Location
Joel Riggs
Joel Riggs
John Terris
DHA
DHA
BHC
Sylvia Cross
Sylvia Cross
Sylvia Cross
John Terris Curtis Mast
Sylvia Cross
SPG
SPG
SPG
BHC
BHC
SPG
Classes for Adults and Youth
Contact Lee Williams • 678-553-6551, lee.williams@decaturga.com
Adult Classes
Abstract Acrylics
#243101-34
This class plays with paint with an emphasis on color mixing, value, texture and collage techniques. It is great for the beginner
as well as an experienced painter. Bring
primary colors, brushes and drawing paper
to the first class.
Aerobics
Shape up with LZ aerobics. Classes include
dance exercise and senior aerobics. For
more information call 678-380-3861 or visit
www.lzaerobics.com. Registration ongoing.
African Dance
An introduction to African dance and
song, including background history on the
dances and their purposes. Registration
ongoing.
New! Decatur Fencing
#243010-35
Fencing is a European-originated Olympic
sport based on the art of swordplay. For
new students, classes provide an enjoyable
epee/foil fencing experience, improving
physical fitness, and creating the foundation needed to understand and appreciate
the sport. More advanced students continue studying epee/foil at a higher level. All
participants should dress in loose, athletic
clothing. Protective equipment is provided.
Dog Obedience
#243010-19 (September)
#243010-20 (October)
#243010-21 (November)
#243010-22 (December)
A four-week, intensive training program for
dogs big and small. All kinds of dogs are
invited, six months and up, to learn general
obedience as well as other skills.
Instant Piano
#243010-43
Students learn the basic skills of reading
leadsheet notation (chord charts) as used
by professional pop musicians. If you know
your way around the keyboard then you
are ready for this workshop. Cost includes
music workbook, instructional CD and keyboard chart.
Karate • Adult
#243010-42
A holistic approach to learning karate, promoting the concept and ideology of intellectualism, mental and physical discipline,
theory and application of realistic combative techniques.
Special Activities
Kung Fu • Adult
Table Tennis
#243010-26
Hung Gar is a traditional Chinese martial
arts style with a history that goes back
1,000 years. Training includes repetition
drills, physical conditioning, traditional
forms, weapons, self-defense and martial
applications.
Sign Language ASL1
#243010-10
A 13-session class in which students get a
strong foundation in American Sign Language and its culture. Students will gain a
strong vocabulary and be able to conduct
a basic conversation.
Tae Kwon Do
#243010-48 (September)
#243010-49 (October)
#243010-50 (November)
#243010-51 (December) Tae Kwon Do is a Korean martial art and the
national sport of Korea. Over the years, it
has developed into an internationally popular sport and art, and stands among the
official games in the Olympics. Tae Kwon
Do has four major components: patterns
(Poomese), sparring, self-defense, kickingpunching, blocking and striking techniques.
Zumba
Zumba is a hot new aerobic workout featuring aspects of salsa, merengue, samba,
belly dancing, conga lines and other tropical tempos. This is a basic class for beginners
and active adults. For more information visit
www.zumbaatlanta.com or contact instructor Janet Ackerman, 404-664-4509.
Tuesdays • 7-9 p.m.
Sundays • 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
Location: Decatur Recreation Center,
430 W. Trinity Place
Participate in a sport you can play for a
lifetime. Beginners to advanced players
are welcome. Fee: $2 nonresident, Decatur
resident free
Reduced Price Yoga Class at
Ashram Wellness
Wednesday • 6-7 p.m. • Starting Sept. 14
Location: Ashram Wellness,
707-C East Lake Dr.
The class is designed to help students
reduce stress and relax while gaining
strength and flexibility. Yoga techniques
will be used to detox body and mind. The
cost for the class is $10. A portion of the
proceeds will benefit City of Decatur Active Living. www.ashramwellness.com
Happy & Healthy Hour
at Nectar
Bring
the
Sept. 13 & Oct.11 • 4-5 p.m.
Kids!
Location: Nectar,
1365 Clairmont Rd.
Bring your kids for a fun and educational
after-school “Happy & Healthy Hour.” The
Nectar team will demonstrate how to
make organic fresh apple juice. Yes, that’s
right, kids will learn that apple juice does
not come from those little boxes! They will
taste delicious fresh-pressed organic apple
juice made right in front of them. A portion of the sales will benefit Decatur Active
Living. www.nectarfoods.net
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Classes for Adults and Youth
Contact Lee Williams • 678-553-6551, lee.williams@decaturga.com
Atlanta’s United Tae Kwon Do
and Master Curtis Mast
Master Curtis Mast, an internationally certified 6th degree black
belt (Dan) from the Kukkiwon in Korea, has studied Tae Kwon Do
for more than 25 years. His background includes a unique blend
of traditional and sport Tae Kwon Do. He is the student of Grandmaster Moo Yong Lee (Kukkiwon 9th Dan and Moo Duk Kwan Dan
Number 62), which allows him to trace his heritage directly back
to the founder of Moo Duk Kwan Tae Kwon Do. Moo Duk Kwan
(the original Korean Martial Arts Academy) was founded in 1945
in Korea.
Master Mast honors the traditions of this heritage in his classes
every day. He has a strong history as a competitor at the state, national and international levels, winning numerous local and state
level championships:
• 1991 Gold Medalist – Featherweight – U.S. Cup Championship;
East Hartford, Conn.
• 1992 Gold Medalist – Featherweight – U.S. Cup Championship;
East Hartford, Conn.
• 1994 Bronze Medalist – Featherweight – U.S. National Collegiate
Championship; Aimes, Iowa
• 1999 Team Captain Team USA – World Tae Kwon Do Festival;
Seoul, Korea
He is active with USA Tae Kwon
Do (USAT), the official governing body of Tae Kwon Do in the
U.S., as a certified coach, referee
and member of the USAT tournament staff.
What is Tae Kwon Do?
Tae Kwon Do is a Korean martial art and the national sport
of Korea. Over the years, it has developed into an internationally popular sport and art, and stands among the official games in the Olympics.
Tae Kwon Do has four major components:
Patterns (Poomse)
Sparring
Self-defense
Kicking, punching, blocking and striking techniques
Availabe Tae Kwon Do classes for kids on page 10 and classes
for adults on page 11.
Adult Classes at a glance
Class/Activity
Time
Day
Session
Abstract Acrylics
7:30-9 pm
W
Ongoing
Aerobic Dance
9-10 am
M/W/F
9/07-11/12
5:30-6:30 pm
M/W
9-10 am
S
11/14-12/17
Mini Session 6 wks
Aerobics Seniors
10:15-11:15 am
M/W/F
9/07-11/12
11/14-12/17
Mini Session 6 wks
African Dance
9:30-11:30 am
S
Ongoing
Decatur Fencing
6-8 pm
T
Ongoing
7-9 pm
TH
Ongoing
Dog Obedience
Instant Piano
6:30-9:30 pm
M
10/24
Kung Fu
7-9 pm
T/TH
Ongoing
Karate
6:30-8 pm
M/W
Ongoing
Family Rate (2 Persons) Family Rate (3 Persons)
Sign Language I
6:30-8 pm
TH
9/22-12/22
Tae Kwon Do
8-9 pm
M/Th
Ongoing
Zumba
10-11 am
T
Ongoing
Fee
Resident Fee
Reg. Deadline
Instructor
Location
$110
$80/2 days
$85/unlimited
$75/Seniors
$95
$75/2days
$80/unlimited
$70/Seniors
Ongoing
Ongoing
Sylvia Cross
Bobbie Elzey
SPG
FBC
$3
$2
Ongoing
Bobbie Elzey
FBC
$8/Class
$80
$55
$90
$60
$55
$65
$75
$215
$50/mth
$15/class
$7/Class
Ongoing
$65 (1 class per wk) 9/11
$40
Ongoing
$75
9/24
$55
Ongoing
$40 (Individual)
Ongoing
$50
$60
$200
Ongoing
$35/mth
$12/class
Toni Young
John Terris
Jeremiah McClendon
Michael McMillan
Shawn Taylor
Staff
ERC
BHC
BHC
BHC
BHC
BHC
Adesi Brown
Curtis Mast
BHC
BHC
*BHC – Beacon Hill Center; FBC – First Baptist Church; ERC – Ebster Recreation Center; SPG – Sycamore Place Gallery
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Active Adults and Seniors
Contact Stacy Green • 678-553-6549, stacy.green@decaturga.com
Stay Active, Stay
Young, Stay Fit . . .
KeenAgers
First Thursday each month, 10 a.m.
Beacon Hill Center
Fee: $20 nonresident, $15
Decatur resident
Join Decatur KeenAgers, a social
club for seniors who are interested in taking trips, learning healthy
ways of living and meeting new
people.
Romeos
First Thursday each month, 10 a.m.
Fee: $20 nonresident, $15
Decatur resident
Decatur Romeos are active men,
50 and up, who enjoy fellowship
and socializing. Members are
recognized by their red caps and
purple shirts. Join the Romeos for
trips and other special events. Decatur Red Hatters
#244010-71
Last Tuesday each month • 11 a.m.
Beacon Hill Center
Fee: $30 nonresident, $20 Decatur
resident
Ladies in red hats and purple
dresses can be lots of fun. Join
Decatur Red Hatters and enjoy
touring Decatur, Atlanta and surrounding areas. The largest and
most active chapter in DeKalb
County, the Decatur Red Hatters
serve as volunteers for Decatur
events.
Afridancercise
#244010-03
Mon., Wed. • noon-2 p.m.
A unique body workout that
blends breathing techniques, full
body stretching, low to medium
aerobic movement, and selected
steps originating from traditional
African dances. Fee: $20, $15
Decatur resident
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Active Adults
Contact Stacy Green • 678-553-6549, stacy.green@decaturga.com
Bridge
Second and fourth Tuesday • 10 a.m
Get your trump ready, grab your
tallies and make your bids – Bridge
Club has a table waiting for you!
Bring a snack and enjoy your time
at Beacon Hill Center. Coffee provided. Call 404-377-0494 for a reservation for your foursome!
Fee: Nonresident $1, residents free Decatur Stride Walkers
Tues., Thurs. • 8-10 a.m.
Walk yourself into a healthy lifestyle. Join Stride Walkers for a
pleasant walk and stress-free exercise. Walkers meet at Beacon Hill
Center at 8 a.m.
Line Dancing for Active
Adults
Thurs. • 10 a.m.
A fun and healthy way to
reduce stress, increase your
energy, lower blood pressure
and improve muscle tone. Instructor: Sylvia Irvin. Fee: $15/
month, $12/month Decatur
resident
Senior Aerobics
Mon., Wed., Fri. • 10:15-11:30
a.m.
Senior Aerobics instructors are
experienced and have extensive
training and certifications. For
more information, call LZ Aerobics, 678-380-3861, or visit www.
lzaerobics.com. Fee: $3/class, $2/
class Decatur resident
Seniors on the Move
Travel with the Decatur KeenAgers Travel Club. Visit a variety of attractions in Georgia and attend special
events in the metro areas. To register, stop by Beacon Hill Center or call 404-377-0494.
Sept. 15 • The Pottery Place
#2444010-18
Select a piece of bisque (fired ceramic) from an
extensive collection of practical or fun items,
then design and paint it. The Pottery Place will
glaze and kiln fire the ceramic, producing a permanent piece for your enjoyment. Fee: $12 and
up (based on the pottery choice). Transportation
free. Bring lunch money.
Oct. 13 • Hillcrest Orchards
Ellijay, Georgia
#2444010-26
An apple orchard and farm market where you
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can pick your own apples and enjoy other attractions. Admission $4. Transportation: $8, $4
Decatur resident. Bring lunch money.
Nov. 14 • Clayton State University Jazz
Ensemble
Spivey Hall
#2444010-09
Spivey Hall celebrates its 20th season. Come for a
special day at one of the best small concert halls
in America. Admission $4. Transportation $8, $4
Decatur resident. Bring lunch money.
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Special Events
Contact Cheryl Burnette • 678-553-6541, cheryl.burnette@decaturga.com
Take a Tour...
Supermarket Tours This Fall
During the summer, Decatur Active Living
teamed up with the Decatur Kroger to offer Supermarket Tours. The tours were so
popular we are offering them again, on
the second Saturday of each month during the fall. A nutrition graduate student
from Georgia State will lead the tours,
using a hands-on approach to label reading, healthy meal planning and avoiding
the many marketing traps. Cruise through
fresh, frozen and canned food aisles at
the Decatur Kroger to learn about healthy
shopping and eating. Have your nutrition
questions answered and learn how to eat
healthy.
The one-hour tours will be held on
the second Saturday of each month, 10
a.m., at the Kroger on Commerce Drive
in downtown Decatur. The tours are free
and participants will receive a free gift.
Tours are limited to six participants each
and an RSVP is required. Register today by
emailing cheryl.burnette@decaturga.com
or calling 678-553-6541. Be sure to specify
your preferred date and time.
Team Decatur Wants
You! Presented by
DeKalb Medical
Join Decatur businesses
and community members as we participate
in the Kaiser Permanente Corporate Run/
Walk, Thursday, Sept. 8, at 7 p.m. Decatur
Active Living, Big Peach Running Company, Fleet Feet and One Step at a Time will
help you “get fit” for the event by holding
fitness walks and runs as part of a training
program. For a schedule of local runs and
walks, visit www.decaturga.com/teamdecatur.
The Corporate Run/Walk is for everyone – walkers, joggers and competitive
runners. COREBODY Decatur has donated
one-month memberships to be awarded
to the top 10 Team Decatur finishers. The
5K event will begin across from Turner
Field under the Olympic Rings. After the
run, the festivities will continue with the
World’s Largest Office Party featuring fireworks and music by Rupert’s Orchestra.
All Team Decatur participants will receive a Team Decatur T-shirt to wear in the
run/walk. Register now to ensure that you
receive a shirt. You may also purchase a
boxed dinner for $10 to be served at the
Team Decatur tent after the race. A portion
of the proceeds will benefit the Atlanta
Braves Foundation and the Atlanta Community Food Bank. Visit www.kpcorporaterunwalk.com for more information and
to register.
Thanks to presenting sponsor DeKalb
Medical, and sponsors Eye Physicians &
Surgeons, Dynamo and the Decatur Business Association.
Car Free Day
Wednesday, Sept. 21 • noon-1 p.m.
Decatur Square
Join us on the square for the Blue Sky
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Special Events
Contact Cheryl Burnette • 678-553-6541, cheryl.burnette@decaturga.com
Concert. Walk, bike or carpool and receive a
special Car Free Day sticker along with educational information.
Worldwide Day of Play
Saturday, Sept. 24
City of Decatur
Worldwide Day of Play is an event to encourage children and parents to get outside
and play. Play in the yard, visit a local park,
ride a bike, climb a tree. Decatur Active Living is committed to helping today’s kids
become the healthiest generation.
Walk & Roll to School Events
Pep Rally
Tuesday, Oct. 4 • 5:30-7 p.m.
Decatur Square
Decatur Active Living invites the community to the annual International Walk
to School Day Pep Rally. Children can
win prizes and make a poster to carry on
Wednesday for Walk and Roll to School Day.
Musical entertainment will be provided by
Douglas Brake and the Sizzle, Hiss Pop Band.
Local celebrities will be on hand, including
our school crossing guards and Decatur
commissioners.
International Walk & Roll to School Day
Wednesday, Oct. 5
The pep rally is a kickoff for International
Walk & Roll to School Day, Wednesday, Oct.
5. Decatur’s five elementary schools participate in the Safe Routes to School Program,
which encourages children to walk or ride
their bikes to school. Renfroe Middle School
will join the program this year. Walking
or biking to school is not only a healthy
alternative to riding in a car, but also helps
improve air quality by reducing auto emissions.
For more information, contact Cheryl Burnette, 678-553-6541, Cheryl.burnette@decaturga.com, or Greg White, 678-553-6543,
Greg.white@decaturga.com.
Oakhurst Arts & Music Festival
Saturday, Oct. 8 • 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Harmony Park
Special activities in the children’s area are
hosted by Decatur Active Living and Children
and Youth Services. Hands-on art activities
are provided all day for young people.
Walk For Lunch
Tuesdays and Thursdays in October • noon-1 p.m.
Walkers meet at the Walk For Lunch Meet-Up Station on the Old Courthouse Square; or they can
choose to walk on their own using Walk For Lunch
one- and two-mile walking maps. All walking maps
will lead to and from a centrally located check-in
area. At the check-in area, walkers will log their
miles, hydrate, compete for daily fitness challenges
(most sit-ups, push-ups, etc.) and receive free healthy
goodies from our sponsors. You can register as an
individual walker or organize a company team. The
registration fee for Walk For Lunch is $25 for the fourweek program. Register at www.walkforlunch.com. Dates to Remember
Sept. 5
City of Decatur offices closed for Labor Day; Ebster/Glenlake/McKoy Pools open
Sept. 6
Li’l Kickers registration begins
Sept. 10
Soccer parents meeting
Sept. 12
Li’l Kickers begins
Sept. 17
Mini/Youth/Sr. Basketball registration begins, Cheerleading registration begins
Sept. 24
Soccer Begins
Oct. 4
International Walk to School Day Pep Rally on the Decatur Square
Oct. 5
International Walk to School Day
Oct. 8
Oakhurst Arts & Music Festival and 5K – volunteers needed
Nov. 1-3 NRPA Congress and Exposition (Georgia World Congress Center) Nov. 12
Mini/Youth/Cheerleading parents meeting
Nov. 24-27
City of Decatur offices closed for Thanksgiving
Dec. 23-26
City of Decatur offices closed for Christmas
Jan. 2
City of Decatur offices closed for New Years Day