Parktakes - Fairfax County Park Foundation

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Parktakes - Fairfax County Park Foundation
School and Camp Guide • Children’s Corner
Children’s Corner
Our specialized programs introduce babies and
preschoolers to creative concepts and fun activities
designed to promote coordination and social skill
development. Classes and programs for preschoolers and older children also are listed in Nature, History and Gardening and other sections of Parktakes.
Some classes may have supply fees so check
class descriptions for details. Any supply fees are
payable to instructor at first class and are non-refundable.
Kids Play for Preschoolers
Registration for our popular preschool is ongoing.
This licensed program, which runs Sept. – June,
includes a theme-based curriculum packed with
fun, engaging and educational activities. Children
must be potty trained and of the appropriate age by
Sept. 30. For more details on the curriculum and
information on additional registration requirements,
please call Lee District or Spring Hill RECenters.
Locations:
Lee District RECenter 703-922-9841
Spring Hill RECenter 703-827-0989
Ages: 3 – 5 yrs.
Ages: 3 – 5 yrs.
Preschool on the Farm (3, 4, 5 yrs.)
Classes are held in the schoolhouse on the farm,
a unique preschool experience. We meet the farm
animals, take nature walks, make crafts, sing songs
and play games. The preschool is based on learning
through play. We work on social, emotional, and
verbal development, while preparing your child
for kindergarten. Child must be potty trained. This
program is administered by Katydid, Inc. and licensed
by the Va. Dept. of Social Services. Physical exam and
immunization record are required. We follow Fairfax
County Public Schools holiday and inclement weather
schedule. Classes begin the Monday after Labor Day
weekend each Sept. Students are accepted all year
on a space-available basis. Visits can be scheduled by
phone: 703-689-3104 or e-mail: info@katydidkids.
com. For more information visit www.katydidkids.
com.
9-11:45am 12:30-3:15pm MW, TR, TRF, MTWF
TRF, TWR, MTWRF
Baby Sign and Song
Parktakes
Fairfax County Park Authority
12055 Government Center
Parkway, Suite 927
Fairfax, VA 22035-5500
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Long before they can talk, babies have control over
their hands. Teaching them to sign enhances baby’s
ability to communicate and provides a foundation for
language development. Class integrates songs, music
and interactive games.
4TA
10--45 minute lessons--$100
Location DayTime
(13-18 mos.)
Wkfld/Moore M
(7-12 mos.)
ProvREC
W
SoRunREC
W
10am
Code
Begin $
183 465 1801 09/26 4TA
10am
159 465 0901 09/28 4TA
12:15pm 167 465 0901 09/21 4TA
Blast Off for Babies
4TA
10--45 minute lessons--$100
Location DayTime
(13-18 mos.)
SoRunREC
Th
LeeREC
M
LeeREC
Th
LeeREC
F
(18-24 mos.)
CubRunREC M
Sa
LeeREC
LeeREC
T
W
LeeREC
Code
Begin $
9:30am
9:15am
9:15am
10:15am
167 466 3401 09/22
456 466 3401 09/19
456 466 3402 09/22
456 466 3403 09/23
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
10am
9:15am
10:15am
9:15am
192 465 0801 09/19
456 465 0801 09/17
456 465 0802 09/20
456 465 0803 09/21
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
Giggles and Wiggles
Children love this class designed to enhance their
gross motor skills and accustom them to group
settings. Cooperative games and songs make learning
fun. Adult must attend class with 2-year-olds.
4TA
10--45 minute lessons--$100
Location DayTime
(2 yrs.)
OakMarREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
Wkfld/Moore
(2-5 yrs.)
Wkfld/Moore
CubRunREC
MtVernREC
Code
Begin $
M
T
F
Sa
9:30am
10:15am
10:15am
9am
142 465 0501 09/12
167 465 0501 09/20
167 465 0502 09/23
183 465 0501 09/24
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
W
Th
T
10am
10am
9:30am
183 466 8101 09/28 4TA
192 466 8101 09/22 4TA
472 466 8101 09/20 4TA
Watch Me Grow!
Class integrates discussions of age-pertinent developmental topics with exercises designed to enhance
toddler’s body awareness, sensory perception and
strength. Parents work with their child while observing others. Class progresses with children’s developmental abilities.
4TA
10--45 minute lessons--$100
Location DayTime
Code
(19-23 mos.)
ProvREC
M
159 465 0401 09/26 4TA
9:30am
Begin $
Zoom Around the Room
Movement Classes
Advertise in
youngsters to interactive play. LeeREC classes held in
the unique soft play room. Adults must attend class.
Socks required for everyone.
Fun is guaranteed when you and your tiny tot blast
off in our play environment. Children love the games,
songs and finger plays. A great way to introduce
In this fun and safe environment, kids can be kids!
They love the obstacle courses and creative games
that are intermingled with songs and finger plays. Lee
REC classes held in unique soft play room. Adult must
attend class. Socks required.
4TA
10--45 minute lessons--$100
Location DayTime
(2 yrs.)
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
(2-5 yrs.)
ProvREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
Wkfld/Moore
LeeREC
LeeREC
For a free subscription to Parktakes, call 703-222-4664
Code
Begin $
Sa
M
W
Th
10:15am
10:15am
11:15am
10:15am
456 465 1001 09/17
456 465 1002 09/19
456 465 1003 09/21
456 465 1004 09/22
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
M
Sa
M
Th
Sa
M
10am
9:30am
10:30am
11:30am
11:15am
11:15am
159 465 4401 09/26
167 465 4401 09/17
167 465 4402 09/19
183 465 4401 09/29
456 465 4401 09/17
456 465 4402 09/19
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
Fall 2016
Children’s Corner
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
MtVernREC
(3 yrs.)
LeeREC
LeeREC
(4-5 yrs.)
ProvREC
T
W
Th
F
Su
11:15am
10:15am
11:15am
9:15am
1:30pm
456 465 4403 09/20
456 465 4404 09/21
456 465 4405 09/22
456 465 4406 09/23
472 465 4401 09/18
T
F
9:15am 456 465 1101 09/20 4TA
11:15am 456 465 1102 09/23 4TA
Th
11am
Preschool Picassos
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
Children delight in exploring their artistic abilities
through projects that build self-confidence and
encourage self-expression. Class projects and art
mediums progress with age. Additional art supply fee
payable to instructor at first class. Adult must attend
class with 2-year-olds.
4TA
4TC
159 465 1201 09/29 4TA
Location DayTime
Art Classes
ABC’s and 1-2-3’s
Learning can be fun when teaching children their letters and numbers through hands on crafts. Kids learn
how to associate a sound with each letter and number
from the craft they make in class. Additional supply
fee payable to instructor.
4TA
10--45 minute lessons--$100
Location DayTime
(4-5 yrs.)
LeeREC
LeeREC
(2-3 yrs.)
OakMarREC
OakMarREC
OakMarREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
SoRunREC
SpHillREC
CubRunREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
MtVernREC
Code
Begin $
W
Th
9:15am
9:15am
456 465 6401 09/21 4TA
456 465 6402 09/22 4TA
T
Th
F
W
F
T
W
T
Sa
M
T
F
T
11:30am
9:45am
9:45am
10am
10am
9:15am
11:15am
10am
9:15am
9:15am
10:15am
10:15am
10:30am
142 465 6301 09/13
142 465 6302 09/15
142 465 6303 09/16
159 465 6301 09/28
159 465 6302 09/30
167 465 6301 09/20
175 465 6301 09/21
192 465 6301 09/20
456 465 6301 09/17
456 465 6302 09/19
456 465 6303 09/20
456 465 6304 09/23
472 465 6301 09/20
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
Abrakadoodle Mini Doodlers
Ignite your child’s imagination using real artists’ materials, including watercolors, tempera paints, oil pastels,
creative tools and more. Carefully designed lessons
help children develop skills while enhancing creativity.
A $30-40 materials fee is due at first class (checks
payable to Abrakadoodle).
DTVA 10--45 minute lessons--$126
Location DayTime
Code
Begin $
(3-6 yrs.)
Burke Lake Pk F
OakMarREC M
OakMarREC W
ProvREC
Th
SoRunREC
Th
SoRunREC
Th
SoRunREC
Sa
SpHillREC
Sa
SpHillREC
Th
Wkfld/Moore T
Wkfld/Moore T
LeeREC
Su
Va Run ES
Sa
819 466 6102
142 466 6101
142 466 6102
159 466 6101
167 466 6101
167 466 6102
167 466 6103
175 466 6101
175 466 6102
183 466 6101
183 466 6102
456 466 6101
117 466 6101
09/16 DTVA
09/12 DTVA
09/14 DTVA
09/29 DTVA
09/22 DTVA
09/22 DTVA
09/17 DTVA
09/17 DFVA
09/22 DFVA
09/27 DTVA
09/27 DTVA
09/18 DTVA
09/17 DTVA
11am
11:15am
2pm
11:15am
2pm
11:30am
12:15pm
10am
11:15am
11:15am
2pm
2:30pm
11am
FOR MORE CLASSES, SEE
www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/parktakes.htm
Fall 2016
10--45 minute lessons--$100
8--45 minute lessons--$83
In children’s art classes, everyday objects become creative masterpieces.
Animal Art
Learn about our tame and wild animal friends
through a variety of art activities.
4TA
10--45 minute lessons--$100
Location DayTime
Code
(4-5 yrs.)
CubRunREC
192 466 7001 09/17 4TA
Sa
11am
Begin $
Create w/Paper, Color & Shapes
Students use paper and found objects to create a
variety of items. Students learn about positive and
negative space, color blending and shading. Students
make prints, landscapes, portraits and more. Supply
fee payable to instructor at first class.
4TA
10--45 minute lessons--$100
Location DayTime
Code
(3-5 yrs.)
Wkfld/Moore W
183 467 1101 09/28 4TA
11am
Begin $
Developing DaVincis
Develop the DaVinci in your child. Children enjoy
explorations in arts, music, science and inventing. Additional supply fee payable to instructor at first class.
4TA
10--45 minute lessons--$100
Location DayTime
(3-5 yrs.)
OakMarREC M
OakMarREC W
(4-5 yrs.)
Wkfld/Moore Sa
Code
Begin $
1pm
11am
142 466 4701 09/12 4TA
142 466 4702 09/14 4TA
10am
183 466 4201 09/24 4TA
Fun with Clay
Students make a variety of simple projects with clay
while learning the basics of working with clay. Supply
fee payable to instructor at first class.
4TA
10--45 minute lessons--$100
Location DayTime
Code
(3-5 yrs.)
Wkfld/Moore Sa
Wkfld/Moore M
183 464 8001 09/24 4TA
183 464 8002 09/26 4TA
9am
2:30pm
Begin $
(2 yrs.)
LeeREC
LeeREC
(2-5 yrs.)
LkFairfaxPk
LkFairfaxPk
OakMarREC
OakMarREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
SoRunREC
SpHillREC
Wkfld/Moore
Wkfld/Moore
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
(4-5 yrs.)
CubRunREC
Code
Begin $
T
F
9:15am
9:15am
456 465 7501 09/20 4TA
456 465 7502 09/23 4TA
Sa
T
T
F
W
M
W
W
Sa
Su
M
W
Th
9am
10am
10:30am
11am
10:30am
11am
1:30pm
9:15am
11am
4pm
10:15am
10:15am
10:15am
835 465 9201 09/17
835 465 9202 09/20
142 465 9201 09/13
142 465 9202 09/16
159 465 9201 09/28
159 465 9202 09/26
167 465 9201 09/21
175 465 9201 09/21
183 465 9201 09/24
183 465 9202 09/25
456 465 9201 09/19
456 465 9202 09/21
456 465 9203 09/22
F
11am
192 465 7701 09/23 4TA
4TC
4TC
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
Story Corner
A creative way to increase your child’s awareness of
books and appreciation for literature. This unique
class enhances children’s favorite stories by integrating
them with related art activities. Supply fee payable to
instructor at first class.
4TA
10--45 minute lessons--$100
Location DayTime
(3-5 yrs.)
CubRunREC
MtVernREC
W
W
Code
Begin $
11am
192 465 8201 09/21 4TA
10:30am 472 465 8201 09/21 4TA
Young Rembrandts Drawing
In this class offered by Young Rembrandts, children
learn drawing skills, develop kindergarten readiness
and create fun works of art. Lesson plans use stepwise
instruction to inspire students’ independent drawings,
including seasonal, realistic and abstract images. Any
supply fee payable to instructor at first class.
DFVA 10--55 minute lessons--$126
DTVS 5--55 minute lessons--$63
Location DayTime
Code
(3-5 yrs.)
OakMarREC
ProvREC
SoRunREC
SpHillREC
Wkfld/Moore
CubRunREC
LeeREC
MtVernREC
142 464 7601 09/10 DFVA
159 464 7601 09/26 DFVA
167 464 7601 09/21 DFVA
175 464 7601 09/20 DFVA
183 464 7601 09/27 DFVA
192 464 8201 09/20 DTVS
456 464 7601 09/20 DFVA
472 464 7601 09/21 DTVS
Sa
M
W
T
T
T
T
W
11am
10:30am
10am
10am
11am
10am
12pm
10am
Begin $
Cooking Classes
Magic Kitchen
Children create colorful treats while learning basic
baking skills. Additional supply fee payable to the
More classes online, www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/parktakes
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Children’s Corner
instructor at first class.
4TA
10--45 minute lessons--$100
Location DayTime
(3-5 yrs.)
ProvREC
Wkfld/Moore
CubRunREC
CubRunREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
Th
M
Sa
F
Sa
M
12pm
11am
10am
10am
11:30am
11:30am
Code
Begin $
159 466 1301 09/29
183 466 1301 09/26
192 466 1301 09/17
192 466 1302 09/23
456 466 1301 09/17
456 466 1302 09/19
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
Dance Classes
Introduction to basic ballet and tap steps and movements. This is not a parent/child class.
4TA 10--45 minute lessons--$100
DTVM 8--45 minute lessons--$102
DTVA 10--45 minute lessons--$126
(2-3 yrs.)
OakMarREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
Wkfld/Moore
Wkfld/Moore
Wkfld/Moore
MtVernREC
Orng Hnt ES
Dance Co
Dance Co
Dance Co
Dance Co
Dance Co
Dance Co
(3-5 yrs.)
OakMarREC
OakMarREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
Wkfld/Moore
Wkfld/Moore
CubRunREC
LeeREC
Orng Hnt ES
Orng Hnt ES
Dance Co
Dance Co
Dance Co
Code
10:30am
10:30am
9am
10:55am
465 465 6604 09/12DTVM
465 465 6605 09/13DTVM
465 465 6606 09/10DTVM
465 465 6607 09/10DTVM
in placement and flexibility are covered. Tap and
ballet shoes, leotard and tights may be needed.
Su
W
W
Th
M
T
Sa
3:30pm
4:45pm
5:30pm
4:45pm
4:30pm
4:45pm
12:30pm
192 466 1501 09/18 4TA
465 466 1501 09/07DTVM
465 466 1502 09/07DTVM
465 466 1503 09/08DTVM
465 466 1504 09/12DTVM
465 466 1505 09/13DTVM
465 466 1506 09/10DTVM
(3-4 yrs.)Level I
OakMarREC Th
(4-5 yrs.)Level I
SoRunREC
Th
Wkfld/Moore Sa
Wkfld/Moore W
LeeREC
Sa
LeeREC
T
W
LeeREC
Students are exposed to such dance forms as ballet,
jazz and tap. In this group environment, students also
benefit from interactions with other students. Spring
Hill classes offered by Reston Conservatory.
4TA 10--45 minute lessons--$100
DTVG 10--45 minute lessons--$144
Begin $
F
F
W
Sa
Su
Th
T
M
F
Sa
W
Th
F
M
T
Sa
9:30am
10am
10:30am
3pm
11am
10:30am
10am
11am
9:30am
9:15am
9:30am
9:30am
9:30am
9:30am
9:30am
10am
142 465 6801 09/16 4TA
159 465 6801 09/30 DTVA
159 465 6802 09/28 DTVA
167 465 6801 09/17 DTVA
167 465 6802 09/18 DTVA
183 465 6801 09/29 4TA
183 465 6802 09/27 4TA
183 465 6803 09/26 DTVA
472 465 6801 09/23 4TA
094 465 6801 09/17 4TA
465 465 6801 09/07DTVM
465 465 6802 09/08DTVM
465 465 6803 09/09DTVM
465 465 6804 09/12DTVM
465 465 6805 09/13DTVM
465 465 6806 09/10DTVM
F
F
F
W
F
Sa
Su
Su
W
W
M
M
W
Th
M
Su
Su
Sa
Sa
W
Th
F
10:30am
1pm
11am
9:30am
10:15am
4pm
12pm
1pm
10:30am
11:30am
3pm
4pm
5pm
11:20am
12pm
2:40pm
10:15am
11am
12pm
10:30am
10:30am
10:30am
142 465 6601 09/16 4TA
142 465 6602 09/16 4TA
159 465 6601 09/30 DTVA
159 465 6602 09/28 DTVA
167 465 6601 09/23 DTVA
167 465 6602 09/17 DTVA
167 465 6603 09/18 DTVA
167 465 6604 09/18 DTVA
167 465 6605 09/21 DTVA
167 465 6606 09/21 DTVA
167 465 6607 09/19 DTVA
167 465 6608 09/19 DTVA
167 465 6609 09/21 DTVA
183 465 6601 09/29 4TA
183 465 6602 09/26 DTVA
192 465 6601 09/18 4TA
456 465 6601 09/18 DTVA
094 465 6601 09/17 4TA
094 465 6602 09/17 4TA
465 465 6601 09/07DTVM
465 465 6602 09/08DTVM
465 465 6603 09/09DTVM
Tot Instructors Wanted
Teach what you love! Instructors needed for story
time, music, arts and crafts, sports, gymnastics
and tumbling. Weekday/weekend classes, flexible
schedule. Contact your local RECenter or e-mail
instructors@fairfaxcounty.gov for an application.
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M
T
Sa
Sa
Combo Dance & Tap
Ballet & Tap
Location DayTime
Dance Co
Dance Co
Dance Co
Dance Co
(4-6 yrs.)
CubRunREC
Dance Co
Dance Co
Dance Co
Dance Co
Dance Co
Dance Co
Location DayTime
Code
(4-5 yrs.)
SoRunREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
Wkfld/Moore
Wkfld/Moore
167 465 8501 09/20 4TA
175 465 8501 09/17 DTVG
175 465 8502 09/18 DTVG
183 465 8501 09/30 4TA
183 465 8502 09/26 4TA
T
Sa
Su
F
M
12:15pm
12:15pm
11:15am
1pm
5pm
Begin $
Hip Hop for Tots
Tots are introduced to basic hip hop steps and combinations. Class focuses on creativity, coordination,
flexibility and fun. All moves are set to age-appropriate music.
4TA 10--45 minute lessons--$100
DTVA 10--45 minute lessons--$126
Location DayTime
Code
(3-5 yrs.)
OakMarREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
SoRunREC
SpHillREC
Wkfld/Moore
Wkfld/Moore
LeeREC
LeeREC
MtVernREC
142 466 6501 09/16 4TA
159 466 6501 09/30 DTVA
159 466 6502 09/28 DTVA
167 466 6501 09/21 DTVA
175 466 6501 09/22 DTVA
183 466 6501 09/24 4TA
183 466 6502 09/26 DTVA
456 466 6501 09/18 DTVA
456 466 6502 09/23 DTVA
472 466 6501 09/22 4TA
F
F
W
W
Th
Sa
M
Su
F
Th
11:30am
9am
11:30am
4pm
12pm
12pm
10am
11:15am
11:15am
5pm
Begin $
Intro to Ballet
Basic ballet positions are taught. To accommodate
short attention spans, ballet activities are shifted
frequently. Spring Hill classes offered by Reston
Conservatory.
4TA 10--45 minute lessons--$100
DTVG 10--45 minute lessons--$144
Location DayTime
Code
(3-5 yrs.)
ProvREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
SpHillREC
159 465 5001 09/24 4TA
159 465 5002 09/25 4TA
159 465 5003 09/25 4TA
159 465 5004 09/24 4TA
175 465 5001 09/20 DTVG
Sa
Su
Su
Sa
T
12pm
11:45am
12:30pm
9am
3pm
Lil Tap and Tu Tu’s
Begin $
Let your child develop an appreciation for the arts in
this combination class that progresses from simple tap
and ballet moves to more advanced steps. Techniques
4TA
10--45 minute lessons--$100
Location DayTime
Code
Begin $
1pm
142 465 7401 09/15 4TA
1:15pm
12pm
2pm
11:15am
11:15am
11:15am
167 465 5501 09/22
183 465 5501 09/24
183 465 5502 09/28
456 465 5501 09/17
456 465 5502 09/20
456 465 5503 09/21
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
Little Dancers
Youngsters should put on their dancing shoes and get
ready for fun. This dance class focuses on coordination, rhythm and creative play. Spring Hill classes
offered by Reston Conservatory.
4TA 10--45 minute lessons--$100
DTVG 10--45 minute lessons--$144
Location DayTime
(2-3 yrs.)
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
Wkfld/Moore
Wkfld/Moore
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
MtVernREC
MtVernREC
(3 yrs.)
SoRunREC
(3-5 yrs.)
OakMarREC
Wkfld/Moore
Wkfld/Moore
(4-5 yrs.)
Wkfld/Moore
Code
Begin $
Su
T
Sa
M
Sa
T
Th
Sa
F
9am
11am
11am
4:10pm
9:15am
9:15am
9:15am
11:30am
10:30am
175 465 7301 09/18 DTVG
175 465 7302 09/20 DTVG
183 465 7301 09/24 4TA
183 465 7303 09/26 4TA
456 465 7301 09/17 4TA
456 465 7302 09/20 4TA
456 465 7303 09/22 4TA
472 465 7301 09/17 4TA
472 465 7302 09/23 4TA
Th
11:15am 167 465 5701 09/22 4TA
Th
Su
F
2pm
3pm
12pm
142 465 5901 09/15 4TA
183 465 5901 09/25 4TA
183 465 5902 09/30 4TA
T
6pm
183 465 5801 09/27 4TA
Princess Ballerinas
Following an elementary ballet class, dancers dress up
in costume as a princess or a similar character. Spring
Hill classes offered by Reston Conservatory.
DTVG 10--45 minute lessons--$144
Location DayTime
Code
Begin $
(3-5 yrs.)
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
Reston Cnsv
Reston Cnsv
Reston Cnsv
Reston Cnsv
175 467 1301
175 467 1302
175 467 1303
175 467 1304
175 467 1305
457 467 1301
457 467 1302
457 467 1303
457 467 1304
09/17 DTVG
09/17 DTVG
09/18 DTVG
09/18 DTVG
09/20 DTVG
09/19 DTVG
09/20 DTVG
09/21 DTVG
09/17 DTVG
Sa
Sa
Su
Su
T
M
T
W
Sa
10:45am
11:30am
9:45am
10:30am
10:15am
11am
11am
11am
9am
Story Ballet
This special class includes reading a story ballet over
the length of the course. Each week a new chapter is
read to the class, and students use ballet to express
what they have learned.
4TA
10--45 minute lessons--$100
Location DayTime
(3-4 yrs.)
LeeREC
For a free subscription to Parktakes, call 703-222-4664
W
Code
Begin $
10:15am 456 465 9301 09/21 4TA
Fall 2016
Children’s Corner
Tap, Ballet and Tumbling
Let’s Make Believe
Children discover the fun of role playing, dressing in
costume and making props. Perfect for children who
love pretend play and have an active imagination.
Students learn tap and ballet basics, in addition to
basic tumbling skills.
4TA
10--45 minute lessons--$100
Location DayTime
Code
(3-6 yrs.)
Wkfld/Moore W
183 467 2101 09/28 4TA
5pm
Begin $
Tiny Tu Tu’s
Tiny dancers are introduced to ballet positions and
movements that aid in coordination, balance, perception and flexibility. Classes progress in floor work and
barre exercises depending on children’s abilities.
4TA 10--45 minute lessons--$100
DTVA 10--45 minute lessons--$126
Location DayTime
(3 yrs.) Level I
OakMarREC Th
Wkfld/Moore Sa
Wkfld/Moore W
CubRunREC Sa
CubRunREC F
F
LeeREC
Sa
LeeREC
LeeREC
T
Th
LeeREC
(4-5 yrs.)Level I
OakMarREC Th
SoRunREC
Th
Wkfld/Moore Sa
Wkfld/Moore T
CubRunREC Sa
CubRunREC T
CubRunREC F
MtVernREC Sa
MtVernREC Sa
MtVernREC F
Code
Begin $
9:45am
10am
1pm
11:15am
10:20am
10:15am
10:15am
10:15am
10:15am
142 465 5101
183 465 5101
183 465 5102
192 465 5101
192 465 5102
456 465 5101
456 465 5102
456 465 5103
456 465 5104
09/15 4TA
09/24 4TA
09/28 4TA
09/17 4TA
09/23 4TA
09/23 DTVA
09/17 4TA
09/20 4TA
09/22 4TA
10:45am
12:15pm
11am
12pm
12pm
2pm
11:10am
8:30am
10:30am
11:30am
142 465 5201
167 465 5201
183 465 5201
183 465 5202
192 465 5201
192 465 5202
192 465 5203
472 465 5201
472 465 5202
472 465 5203
09/15
09/22
09/24
09/27
09/17
09/20
09/23
09/17
09/17
09/23
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
Drama and Music Classes
Act It Out!
We take an adventure each week with a different
storybook. After reading the story we act out what we
read using costumes and props. A final performance is
held. Any supply fee payable to instructor at first class.
DTVA 10--45 minute lessons--$126
Location DayTime
(4-6 yrs.)
LkFairfaxPk Sa
Wkfld/Moore T
Va Run ES
Sa
Code
Begin $
11:30am 835 464 9301 09/17 DTVA
5pm
183 464 9301 09/27 DTVA
10:15am 117 464 9301 09/17 DTVA
Alice & Mad Hatter’s Adventures
In this Moonlit Wings Productions class, children
laugh with the Mad Hatter and escape the silly Queen
in this magical theatrical adventure. Little performers
chat, groove and explore Wonderland featuring a
mini-performance for family on the final class.
DPVA 10--55 minute lessons--$140
Location DayTime
(4-6 yrs.)
SpHillREC
Fairhill ES
Sangster ES
Fall 2016
Th
Sa
T
Code
Begin $
4:30pm 175 464 7501 09/22 DPVA
10am
036 464 7501 09/17 DPVA
4:30pm 102 464 7501 09/20 DPVA
4TA
10--45 minute lessons--$100
Location DayTime
Code
(3-5 yrs.)
OakMarREC T
CubRunREC W
142 465 8001 09/13 4TA
192 465 8001 09/21 4TA
9:30am
10am
Begin $
Little Fingers Guitar
In this Learn Now Music class, students are introduced to instrumental music through a group learning
experience. Learn to read musical symbols and play
songs in a relaxing and age appropriate environment.
Any supply fees payable to instructor at first class.
DTVC 10--30 minute lessons--$140
Location DayTime
Code
(3-5 yrs.)
LkFairfaxPk
OakMarREC
ProvREC
SoRunREC
SpHillREC
Wkfld/Moore
LeeREC
835 464 7901 09/17 DTVC
142 464 7901 09/14 DTVC
159 464 7901 09/25 DTVC
167 464 7901 09/17 DTVC
175 464 7901 09/18 DTVC
183 464 7901 09/28 DTVC
456 464 7901 09/18 DTVC
Sa
W
Su
Sa
Su
W
Su
10:30am
1pm
11am
12pm
5:30pm
10:45am
11am
Begin $
Martial Arts Classes
Little Ninjas
Motivate your young children through a fun learning
environment as kids develop gross motor skills and
build self-confidence, attention span and listening
skills. Martial arts uniforms are required. Extra fee for
belt testing.
4TA 10--45 minute lessons--$100
DMVE10--30 minute lessons--$97
DMVF 10--45 minute lessons--$97
DMVG10--30 minute lessons--$104
DMVH10--45 minute lessons--$104
Location DayTime
(3 yrs.)
OakMarREC Sa
ProvREC
Su
LdbyExFrOks Th
LdbyExFrOks F
LdbyExFrOks Sa
SternersTKD M
SternersTKD W
SternersTKD M
SternersTKD W
SternersTKD Sa
SternersTKD Th
(3-5 yrs.)
SoRunREC
Su
SoRunREC
Sa
BlkBltFFX
M
BlkBltFFX
T
Th
BlkBltFFX
WldClsMrtArt M
WldClsMrtArt T
(4-6 yrs.)
OakMarREC Sa
ProvREC
Su
Code
SoRunREC
Su
4:45pm 167 466 5301 09/18DMVG
SpHillREC
Su
12:15pm 175 466 5301 09/18DMVG
Wkfld/Moore Sa
4pm
183 466 5301 09/24 4TA
Wkfld/Moore Su
2pm
183 466 5302 09/25 4TA
CubRunREC Su
10:15am 192 466 5301 09/18 4TA
MtVernREC Su
3:30pm 472 466 5301 09/18 4TA
JRheeFlsCh T
4:30pm 507 466 5301 09/20DMVE
JRheeFlsCh Th
4:30pm 507 466 5303 09/22DMVE
JRheeFlsCh F
4:30pm 507 466 5304 09/23DMVE
JRheeFlsCh Sa
9am
507 466 5305 09/17DMVE
LdbyExFrOks T
6:30pm 533 466 5301 09/20DMVH
LdbyExFrOks W
4:30pm 533 466 5302 09/21DMVH
LdbyExFrOks Th
6:15pm 533 466 5303 09/22DMVH
LdbyExFrOks F
4:30pm 533 466 5304 09/23DMVH
LdbyExFrOks Sa
11am
533 466 5305 09/17DMVH
SternersTKD M
6:35pm 548 466 5301 09/19DMVE
SternersTKD W
6:35pm 548 466 5302 09/21DMVE
SternersTKD Sa
10:40am 548 466 5303 09/17DMVE
SternersTKD Th
6:05pm 548 466 5304 09/22DMVE
(4-6 yrs.)Little Ninjas II
Prerequisite: Little
Ninjas I or equivalent. Uniforms are required.
OakMarREC Sa
3:30pm 142 466 6701 09/10 4TA
Sa
3pm
167 466 6701 09/17 4TA
SoRunREC
Science and Nature Classes
Dinosaurs Galore
Follow a naturalist as you and your child dig into dinosaurs and explore this prehistoric world. Children will
make a fossil to take home and dig for buried dinosaur
bones. Reservations required.
4N22 1--1 hour lesson--$7
Location DayTime
Code
(3-7 yrs.)
CubRunREC
192 488 9301 10/15 4N22
Sa
2pm
Begin $
Discovery Time
Begin $
1:30pm
1pm
5:45pm
4pm
10am
1:15pm
1:15pm
6pm
6pm
10am
5:30pm
142 466 5401 09/10 4TA
159 466 5401 09/25 4TA
533 466 5401 09/22DMVG
533 466 5402 09/23DMVG
533 466 5403 09/17DMVG
548 466 5401 09/19DMVE
548 466 5402 09/21DMVE
548 466 5403 09/19DMVE
548 466 5404 09/21DMVE
548 466 5405 09/17DMVE
548 466 5406 09/22DMVE
4pm
1:15pm
5:30pm
5:30pm
5:30pm
4:30pm
5:15pm
167 466 5201 09/18DMVG
167 466 5202 09/17 4TA
520 466 5201 09/19DMVE
520 466 5202 09/20DMVE
520 466 5203 09/22DMVE
552 466 5201 09/19DMVF
552 466 5202 09/20DMVF
2:30pm
2pm
142 466 5301 09/10 4TA
159 466 5301 09/25 4TA
Our STEM classes offer exploration of the farm and
nature trails with hands-on learning themes such as
building, animals, growth of living things, space, scientific measurement, art methods, use of technology,
alternative energy and conservation. Classes held at
the Old Schoolhouse at Frying Pan.
DTVT 5--2 hour 45 minute lesson--$98
Location DayTime
Code
(4-5 yrs.)
Frying Pan Pk
Frying Pan Pk
Frying Pan Pk
Frying Pan Pk
282 463 0601 09/19 DTVT
282 463 0602 11/14 DTVT
282 463 0603 09/21 DTVT
282 463 0604 11/09 DTVT
M
W
W
M
12:30pm
12:30pm
12:30pm
12:30pm
Begin $
Funky Forces
In this class offered by Mad Science, children investigate basic physics concepts and bring their scientific
minds to basic magic tricks. Your mad scientists are
shocked by what they learn about electricity, blown
away by their experiments with air pressure and swept
away by the excitement of working with waves. Any
supply fee payable to instructor at first class.
DXVN 8--55 minute lessons--$175
Location DayTime
Code
(3-5 yrs.)
LkFairfaxPk Su
Wkfld/Moore Sa
835 463 0501 09/18DXVN
183 463 0501 09/24DXVN
More classes online, www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/parktakes
3pm
1:30pm
Begin $
53
Children’s Corner
Jr. Aerospace Engineers
This class offered by Engineering for Kids introduces
the youngest engineers to aircraft and spacecraft
design basics. Activities include building and exploring
airplanes, rockets, hot air balloons and more. Any
supply fee payable to instructor at class.
DTVP 8--55 minute lessons--$140
Location DayTime
(4-6 yrs.)
LeeREC
W
1:10pm
Code
Begin $
456 466 8801 09/21 DTVP
This class offered by Engineering for Kids introduces
the youngest engineers to marine engineering and
mechanics basics. Activities include building a boat
and submarine and learning about the power of water.
Any supply fee payable to instructor at first class.
DTVP 8--55 minute lessons--$140
Location DayTime
Code
(4-6 yrs.)
ProvREC
LeeREC
159 466 8901 09/24 DTVP
456 466 8901 09/22 DTVP
10am
1:10pm
Begin $
Jr. Mechanical Engineers-Toys
This class offered by Engineering for Kids introduces
youngsters to mechanical engineering through toy
investigation and design. Students learn about various
principles of motion as they construct each of the following toys: popper, spinner, boomerang can, wind-up
whirligig, buzzer and the good vibrations guitar. Any
supply fee payable to instructor at first class.
DTVP 8--55 minute lessons--$140
Location DayTime
Code
(4-6 yrs.)
ProvREC
LeeREC
159 467 1601 09/24 DTVP
456 467 1601 09/20 DTVP
Sa
T
12pm
1:10pm
In this class offered by Science Cosmos, students
learn age-appropriate force, speed, predicting and
measuring concepts by building models with LEGOs.
Students learn distance, time and weight measurement while counting, calculating and problem-solving.
The program is designed for young children to actively
build, explore and investigate while having fun. Any
supply fee payable to instructor at first class.
DXVM10--55 minute lessons--$240
(4-6 yrs.)
Wkfld/Moore Sa
Code
Begin $
5:30pm 183 466 7701 09/24DXVM
Little Engineers
Class uses stories and activities that encourage the
exploration of SEAM (Science, Engineering, Art &
Math). Any supply fee payable to instructor at first
class.
4TA
10--45 minute lessons--$100
Location DayTime
Code
(3-5 yrs.)
SoRunREC
167 466 7501 09/19 4TA
M
9:30am
4TA
10--45 minute lessons--$100
(3-5 yrs.)
ProvREC
LeeREC
(4-5 yrs.)
OakMarREC
(4-6 yrs.)
ProvREC
Code
Begin $
W
W
12pm
159 465 3801 09/28 4TA
11:15am 456 465 3801 09/21 4TA
M
2:30pm
142 465 7801 09/12 4TA
T
11am
159 466 7901 09/27 4TA
A different animal or nature topic is featured each
week. Each class includes a story about a particular
animal or habitat and a related craft of activity. Students take outdoor field trips to look for animals and
habitats discussed in class.
8--45 minute lessons--$83
Location DayTime
(4-5 yrs.)
LkFairfaxPk
Sa
Code
Begin $
4:30pm 835 465 8601 09/17 4TC
Looking for more programs
at your favorite nature sites?
Check Events, Gardening, History and
Boating, Fishing and Camping sections.
Children explore various habitats through hikes,
hands-on investigations, stories and their own nature
journal. Additional supply fee payable at first class.
4TN
(5-6 yrs.)
LkFairfaxPk
Sa
Code
Begin $
5:30pm 835 464 8901 09/17 4TN
Science: My Body
How does your body work? Your child learns about
the organs and systems functioning together in our
bodies. Experiments will help them understand what
happens when we eat, breathe and play.
4TA
10--45 minute lessons--$100
Location DayTime
Code
(2-5 yrs.)
Wkfld/Moore T
183 464 9101 09/27 4TA
11am
Begin $
Sensational Science
In this Mad Science class, children harness heat energy, learn the science behind cotton candy, explore the
properties of light and color, experiment with magnets
and examine curious optical illusions. Mad Scientists
mix chemicals to make slime and witness a hair-raising
demonstration of static electricity. Each class includes
a take-home project and home lab activity. Any supply
fee payable to instructor at first class.
DXVN 8--55 minute lessons--$175
Location DayTime
Code
(3-5 yrs.)
SoRunREC
167 467 0901 09/22DXVN
Th
9:15am
Begin $
Begin $
Children’s Holiday Shopping
at Frying Pan Farm Park
Saturday, December 3, 2016
10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Meet in the School House
• Wide selection of unusual gifts priced for childsized budgets, with many selections $10 or less.
• Volunteers to help children shop.
• Free gift wrapping to ensure surprises for
loved ones.
• Reserve your slot free online.
• Walk-ins welcome on a first come first served
basis.
• Adults are required to wait on site.
Fan us on Facebook!
www.facebook.com/fairfaxcountyparks
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8--55 minute lessons--$97
Location DayTime
Nature Discoveries
4TC
Nature Sleuths
Begin $
LEGO Science Smart
Location DayTime
Children love making discoveries while conducting
hands-on experiments. Projects encourage self-exploration of science. Additional supply fee payable to
instructor at first class.
Location DayTime
Jr. Marine Engineers
Sa
Th
Little Labcoats
For a free subscription to Parktakes, call 703-222-4664
Frying Pan Farm Park
2709 West Ox Rd., Herndon
703-437-9101
Fall 2016
Children’s Corner
Slime Time
Get ready to have a mess of a great time. Kids experiment with a variety of goo including flubber, silly
putty, gak, oobleck and more. Additional supply fee
required.
4TA
10--45 minute lessons--$100
Location DayTime
Code
(3-5 yrs.)
Wkfld/Moore Su
183 466 1401 09/25 4TA
5pm
Begin $
Sports and Fitness Classes
Children learn basketball skills and techniques including passing, shooting, dribbling and other fundamentals. Class includes scrimmages to reinforce teamwork.
Classes at Sully Fields are held at the athletic field
complex off of Route 28.
4TC 8--45 minute lessons--$83
4TA 10--45 minute lessons--$100
DSVA 8--55 minute lessons--$95
(3-5 yrs)
ProvREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
(4-6 yrs.)
LkFairfaxPk
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
Wkfld/Moore
Wkfld/Moore
Wkfld/Moore
Wkfld/Moore
Sully Fields
Cub Run ES
Fairhill ES
Navy ES
Oakton ES
Orng Hnt ES
Wapls Ml ES
Code
Begin $
W
Th
M
10am
159 464 7001 09/28 4TA
2pm
159 464 7002 09/29 4TA
10:30am 159 464 7003 09/26 4TA
Sa
Sa
Th
T
W
Sa
Su
M
T
Sa
Su
Su
Sa
Sa
Sa
11am
8am
5pm
5pm
5:15pm
10am
9am
4pm
11am
12pm
9am
9am
9:30am
10am
9:30am
835 455 5001 09/17 4TC
175 455 5001 09/17 4TA
175 455 5002 09/22 4TA
175 455 5003 09/20 4TA
183 455 5001 09/28 4TA
183 455 5002 09/24 4TA
183 455 5003 09/25 4TA
183 455 5004 09/26 4TA
708 455 5001 09/20 DSVA
030 455 5001 09/17 4TA
036 455 5001 09/18 DSVA
087 455 5001 09/11 4TA
097 455 5001 09/01 4TA
094 455 5001 09/17 DSVA
119 455 5001 09/10 4TA
Beginning Athletes in Team Sports
This high-energy class introduces kids to a variety of
sports including soccer, basketball, and flag football as
well as an assortment of other activities. Kids have fun
learning new sports while emphasizing teamwork.
4TA 10--45 minute lessons--$100
4TC 8--45 minute lessons--$83
4TN 8--55 minute lessons--$97
DSVA 8--55 minute lessons--$95
Location DayTime
Code
Begin $
(4-5 yrs.)
LkFairfaxPk
LakeAccotink
ProvREC
ProvREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
Wkfld/Moore
Wkfld/Moore
CubRunREC
835 456 5701
850 456 5701
159 456 5701
159 456 5702
167 456 5701
167 456 5702
167 456 5703
167 456 5704
183 456 5701
183 456 5702
192 456 5701
09/17 4TC
09/10 4TN
09/26 4TA
09/29 4TA
09/17 DSVA
09/20 4TA
09/21 4TA
09/22 4TA
09/25 4TA
09/25 4TA
09/17 4TA
Fall 2016
Sa
Sa
M
Th
Sa
T
W
Th
Su
Su
Sa
9am
10am
1pm
11am
11:30am
11:30am
9:30am
12:30pm
12:30pm
4:30pm
12pm
M
Sa
Sa
10:45am 192 456 5702 09/19 4TA
11:30am 472 456 5701 09/17 4TA
11:30am 006 456 5701 09/17 4TA
British Soccer
Join the British Soccer coaches for a fun and enjoyable
experience that introduces your soccer star to game
fundamentals using imaginative games and activities.
Parent participation is encouraged for the 2-to-3-yearold age group. Students should bring a size 3 soccer
ball to class. Classes at the Sully Fields are held at the
athletic field complex off Route 28.
DTVF 8--45 minute lessons--$127
DTVJ 8--55 minute lessons--$147
Basketball
Location DayTime
CubRunREC
MtVernREC
Belle Vw ES
Location DayTime
(2-3 yrs.)
LkFairfaxPk Su
LkFairfaxPk T
OakMarREC M
OakMarREC Th
M
ProvREC
ProvREC
Th
SoRunREC
T
SoRunREC
Th
SoRunREC
Su
SpHillREC
Sa
Sa
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
W
SpHillREC
W
Wkfld/Moore Th
Wkfld/Moore T
Sa
LeeREC
LeeREC
Sa
LeeREC
Sa
LeeREC
W
LeeREC
W
LeeREC
Th
MtVernREC Su
BucknellPk Su
Sully Fields M
Sully Fields T
Sa
Fairhill ES
Fairhill ES
Sa
MosbyWds ES Su
(3-4 yrs.)
LkFairfaxPk Su
LkFairfaxPk T
OakMarREC M
OakMarREC Th
M
ProvREC
ProvREC
Th
SoRunREC
T
SoRunREC
Su
F
SpHillREC
Sa
SpHillREC
Sa
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
W
Wkfld/Moore Th
Wkfld/Moore T
Sa
LeeREC
LeeREC
Sa
LeeREC
W
LeeREC
Th
MtVernREC Su
BucknellPk Su
Sully Fields M
Sully Fields T
Fairhill ES
Sa
Code
Begin $
MosbyWds ES Su
(4-6 yrs.)
ProvREC
M
Th
ProvREC
T
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
Th
Su
SoRunREC
SpHillREC
F
Sa
SpHillREC
Sa
SpHillREC
Wkfld/Moore Th
Sa
LeeREC
LeeREC
Th
MtVernREC Su
BucknellPk Su
MosbyWds ES Su
10am
084 467 3701 09/18 DTVJ
11:30am
2pm
4:30pm
10am
11am
5pm
9am
11am
4pm
11:30am
1:10pm
3pm
3pm
11am
159 467 3801 09/19
159 467 3802 09/22
167 467 3801 09/20
167 467 3802 09/22
167 467 3803 09/18
175 467 3801 09/30
175 467 3802 09/17
175 467 3803 09/17
183 467 3801 09/22
456 467 3801 09/17
456 467 3802 09/22
472 467 3801 09/18
706 467 3801 09/18
084 467 3801 09/18
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
1:30pm
9am
10am
9am
9:30am
12pm
3pm
9am
9am
9am
10am
9am
11am
9am
9am
8:30am
10:30am
12:30pm
9:30am
11:30am
11:20am
1pm
1pm
9am
9:30am
9am
11am
9am
835 467 4701 09/18 DTVF
835 467 4702 09/20 DTVF
142 467 4701 09/19 DTVF
142 467 4702 09/22 DTVF
159 467 4701 09/19 DTVF
159 467 4702 09/22 DTVF
167 467 4701 09/20 DTVF
167 467 4702 09/22 DTVF
167 467 4703 09/18 DTVF
175 467 4701 09/17 DTVF
175 467 4702 09/17 DTVF
175 467 4703 09/21 DTVF
175 467 4704 09/21 DTVF
183 467 4701 09/22 DTVF
183 467 4702 09/20 DTVF
456 467 4701 09/17 DTVF
456 467 4702 09/17 DTVF
456 467 4703 09/17 DTVF
456 467 4704 09/21 DTVF
456 467 4705 09/21 DTVF
456 467 4706 09/22 DTVF
472 467 4701 09/18 DTVF
706 467 4701 09/18 DTVF
708 467 4701 09/19 DTVF
708 467 4702 09/20 DTVF
036 467 4701 09/17 DTVF
036 467 4702 09/17 DTVF
084 467 4701 09/18 DTVF
Gym Jam
2:30pm
9:50am
9am
10am
10:30am
1pm
2pm
10am
4pm
10am
11am
10am
10am
10am
9:30am
11:30am
10:30am
12:10pm
2pm
2pm
10am
10:30am
10am
835 467 3701 09/18
835 467 3702 09/20
142 467 3701 09/19
142 467 3702 09/22
159 467 3701 09/19
159 467 3702 09/22
167 467 3701 09/20
167 467 3702 09/18
175 467 3701 09/30
175 467 3702 09/17
175 467 3703 09/17
175 467 3704 09/21
183 467 3701 09/22
183 467 3702 09/20
456 467 3701 09/17
456 467 3702 09/17
456 467 3703 09/21
456 467 3704 09/22
472 467 3701 09/18
706 467 3701 09/18
708 467 3701 09/19
708 467 3702 09/20
036 467 3701 09/17
This class explores modern sport fencing, including
rules terminology and techniques in an age-appropriate, educational and entertaining environment. Young
D’Artagnans have the chance to act out their fencing
skills with each other dressed in fencing jackets and
masks while using special sword simulators. An equipment rental fee of $29 payable to VAF is due on the
first day of class.
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
DTVJ
A fun introduction to fitness through creative, up-beat
exercises and sports-related skills with an emphasis on
team play and group interaction.
4TA 10--45 minute lessons--$100
DSVA 8--55 minute lessons--$95
Location DayTime
Code
Begin $
(3-5 yrs.)
ProvREC
ProvREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
159 465 3701
159 465 3702
167 465 3701
167 465 3702
09/28 4TA
09/30 4TA
09/21 4TA
09/17 DSVA
W
F
W
Sa
12pm
9:30am
11:30am
10:30am
Jumpin’ Tots
In this class offered by Wholesome Campus, jumpers
are introduced to basic single rope, double Dutch and
long-rope skills. The class is filled with fun activities
while students learn how to jump rope. Any supply
fee payable to instructor at first class.
DTVL 5--55 minute lessons--$98
DTVQ 8--55 minute lessons--$157
Location DayTime
Code
(3-5 yrs.)
WhlsmCampusW
WhlsmCampusW
583 468 9001 09/14 DTVQ
583 468 9002 11/09 DTVL
1pm
1pm
Begin $
Little Musketeers
DSVE 6--45 minute lessons--$77
Location DayTime
Code
(4-5 yrs.)
VaAcadFence Sa
468 466 6201 09/24 DSVE
9:15am
Begin $
Little Tennis
Kids learn tennis basics and coordination through
skill development and teamwork. Tennis shoes and
racquets required.
4TA
10--45 minute lessons--$100
Location DayTime
Code
(3-5 yrs.) Level I
OakMarREC T
9:30am
142 467 3101 09/13 4TA
More classes online, www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/parktakes
Begin $
55
Children’s Corner
OakMarREC T
10:30am 142 467 3102 09/13 4TA
ProvREC
W
2pm
159 467 3101 09/28 4TA
Wkfld/Moore M
4:30pm 183 467 3101 09/26 4TA
Wkfld/Moore Sa
1pm
183 467 3102 09/24 4TA
Wkfld/Moore Su
11am
183 467 3103 09/25 4TA
CubRunREC M
10am
192 467 3101 09/19 4TA
(3-5 yrs.) Level IIPrerequisite: Little Tennis I or
equivalent. Tennis shoes and racquets required.
ProvREC
W 3pm
159467340109/28 4TA
Soccer
Kids kick into action in this class which emphasizes
coordination through skill development and teamwork. Tennis shoes required. Bring a ball. ProvREC
classes held indoors using soft soccer balls. Classes at
Sully Fields are held at the athletic field complex off
of Route 28. FfxGovtCtr classes held at Govt. Ctr. behind building #12000. Classes at Sully Fields are held
at the athletic field complex off of Route 28.
4TA 10--45 minute lessons--$100
DSVA 8--55 minute lessons--$95
Location DayTime
(3 yrs. )
OakMarREC W
OakMarREC W
ProvREC
Su
SoRunREC
Sa
M
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
Sa
SoRunREC
Th
SoRunREC
Su
SoRunREC
T
SoRunREC
W
Wkfld/Moore Su
CubRunREC Su
Sully Fields Sa
Va Run ES
Sa
(4-5 yrs.)
ProvREC
Sa
Su
ProvREC
SoRunREC
Th
Sa
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
Su
SoRunREC
W
Sa
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
T
SoRunREC
W
Wkfld/Moore Sa
Sully Fields Sa
Kings Pk ES Sa
MosbyWds ES Sa
Navy ES
Su
Oakton ES
Sa
Va Run ES
Sa
FfxGovt Ctr Sa
FfxGovt Ctr Su
(4-5 yrs.)Level II
ProvREC
Sa
ProvREC
Su
Kings Pk ES Sa
FfxGovt Ctr Sa
FfxGovt Ctr Su
Code
Begin $
9:30am
10:30am
11am
12:30pm
11:30am
10:30am
10:30am
10am
10:30am
1pm
3:30pm
2pm
11am
11:15am
142 465 2001 09/14 4TA
142 465 2002 09/14 4TA
159 465 2001 09/25 4TA
167 465 2001 09/17 DSVA
167 465 2002 09/19 4TA
167 465 2003 09/17 DSVA
167 465 2004 09/22 4TA
167 465 2005 09/18 DSVA
167 465 2006 09/20 4TA
167 465 2007 09/21 4TA
183 465 2001 09/25 4TA
192 465 2001 09/18 4TA
708 465 2001 09/17 DSVA
117 465 2001 09/17 4TA
11am
10am
11:30am
9:30am
11am
10:30am
1:30pm
12:30pm
2pm
10:30am
12pm
10am
11am
1pm
1:30pm
12pm
9am
1pm
159 465 2101 09/24 4TA
159 465 2102 09/25 4TA
167 465 2101 09/22 4TA
167 465 2102 09/17 DSVA
167 465 2103 09/18 DSVA
167 465 2104 09/21 4TA
167 465 2105 09/17 DSVA
167 465 2106 09/20 4TA
167 465 2107 09/21 4TA
183 465 2101 09/24 4TA
708 465 2101 09/17 DSVA
071 465 2101 09/17 DSVA
084 465 2101 09/17 DSVA
087 465 2101 09/11 4TA
092 465 2101 09/10 4TA
117 465 2101 09/17 4TA
416 465 2101 09/17 DSVA
416 465 2102 09/18 DSVA
12pm
12pm
12pm
10am
12pm
159 465 2201
159 465 2202
071 465 2201
416 465 2201
416 465 2202
09/24 4TA
09/25 4TA
09/17 DSVA
09/17 DSVA
09/18 DSVA
Throw your next birthday party in a
park! Visit fairfaxcounty.gov/parks
for more information.
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T-Ball Beginners
Get a head start on the spring T-ball season. Fun skill
development includes base running, hitting off tee,
throwing and catching. Group interaction, cooperation
and team play emphasized. Classes at Sully Fields are
held at the athletic field complex off of Route 28.
4TA 10--45 minute lessons--$100
4TC 8--45 minute lessons--$83
DSVA 8--55 minute lessons--$95
Location DayTime
Code
(4-5 yrs.)
LkFairfaxPk Su
SoRunREC
T
Wkfld/Moore Sa
Wkfld/Moore W
Sully Fields T
Sully Fields Sa
Fairhill ES
Su
Kings Pk ES Sa
MosbyWds ES Sa
835 465 2401 09/18 4TC
167 465 2401 09/20 DSVA
183 465 2401 09/24 4TA
183 465 2402 09/28 4TA
708 465 2401 09/20 DSVA
708 465 2402 09/17 DSVA
036 465 2401 09/18 DSVA
071 465 2401 09/17 DSVA
084 465 2401 09/17 DSVA
9am
10:30am
3:30pm
4:25pm
10am
10am
3pm
9am
12pm
Begin $
Zumba Kids Junior
Classes feature kid-friendly routines based on original
Zumba choreography by breaking down the steps and
adding games, activities and cultural exploration elements. Class incorporates fitness by getting kids active
and making fitness fun.
DTVA 10--45 minute lessons--$126
Location DayTime
Code
(4-6 yrs.)
OakMarREC Su
142 467 1501 09/11 DTVA
12pm
Begin $
Tumbling and Gymnastics Classes
Preschool Gymnastics
An exciting challenge for children interested in gymnastics that introduces them to floor exercises, balance
beam moves and springboard techniques.
4TA 10--45 minute lessons--$100
DTVA 10--45 minute lessons--$126
Location DayTime
(3-4 yrs.)
OakMarREC
OakMarREC
OakMarREC
OakMarREC
OakMarREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
Wkfld/Moore
CubRunREC
CubRunREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
MtVernREC
MtVernREC
MtVernREC
(3-5 yrs.)
OakMarREC
Code
Begin $
09/12 4TA
09/12 4TA
09/16 4TA
09/16 4TA
09/11 DTVA
09/24 4TA
09/24 4TA
09/20 DTVA
09/17 DTVA
09/17 DTVA
09/22 DTVA
09/19 DTVA
09/18 DTVA
09/24 4TA
09/17 DTVA
09/18 DTVA
09/21 4TA
09/23 4TA
09/17 4TA
09/18 4TA
09/22 DTVA
M
M
F
F
Su
Sa
Sa
T
Sa
Sa
Th
M
Su
Sa
Sa
Su
W
F
Sa
Su
Th
10:35am
11:25am
10:35am
11:25am
11am
10am
11am
2:30pm
11:30am
9:30am
10am
12:15pm
9:30am
1pm
10am
9:50am
10:15am
9:15am
8:30am
10:30am
10:30am
142 465 3101
142 465 3102
142 465 3103
142 465 3104
142 465 3105
159 465 3101
159 465 3102
167 465 3101
167 465 3102
175 465 3101
175 465 3102
175 465 3103
175 465 3105
183 465 3101
192 465 3101
192 465 3102
456 465 3101
456 465 3102
472 465 3101
472465 3103
472465 3104
T
1pm
142 465 3201 09/13 4TA
OakMarREC
OakMarREC
OakMarREC
OakMarREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
SoRunREC
Wkfld/Moore
CubRunREC
CubRunREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
MtVernREC
(4-5 yrs.)
OakMarREC
OakMarREC
OakMarREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SpHillREC
Wkfld/Moore
CubRunREC
CubRunREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
(4-6 yrs.)
Wkfld/Moore
LeeREC
MtVernREC
MtVernREC
W
W
Th
F
Su
T
W
W
M
Sa
Sa
Th
Su
M
T
Th
10:30am
1pm
4:30pm
12:15pm
12pm
11:30am
2:30pm
1pm
1:30pm
11am
10am
10:50am
10:15am
9:15am
10:15am
11:30am
142 465 3202 09/14 4TA
142 465 3203 09/14 4TA
142 465 3204 09/15 4TA
142 465 3205 09/16 4TA
159 465 3201 09/25 4TA
159 465 3202 09/27 4TA
159 465 3203 09/28 4TA
159 465 3204 09/28 4TA
167 465 3201 09/19 DTVA
183 465 3201 09/24 4TA
192 465 3201 09/17 DTVA
192 465 3202 09/22 DTVA
456 465 3201 09/18 DTVA
456 465 3202 09/19 4TA
456 465 3203 09/20 4TA
472 465 3201 09/22 DTVA
M
F
F
Sa
Su
Su
M
T
Th
Sa
Sa
T
Sa
M
W
Th
9:45am
9:45am
1:05pm
12pm
1pm
1pm
4:45pm
1:30pm
11am
10am
11am
3:30pm
11am
11:15am
11:15am
11:15am
142 465 3001 09/12 4TA
142 465 3002 09/16 4TA
142 465 3003 09/16 4TA
159 465 3001 09/24 4TA
159 465 3002 09/25 4TA
167 465 3001 09/18 DTVA
167 465 3002 09/19 4TA
167 465 3003 09/20 DTVA
175 465 3001 09/22 DTVA
183 465 3001 09/24 4TA
192 465 3001 09/17 DTVA
192 465 3002 09/20 DTVA
456 465 3001 09/17 4TA
456 465 3002 09/19 4TA
456 465 3003 09/21 4TA
456 465 3004 09/22 4TA
Su
F
Sa
Sa
3pm
11:15am
9:30am
10:30am
183 465 3301 09/25
456 465 3301 09/23
472 465 3301 09/17
472 465 3302 09/17
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
Tumbling
This skill-oriented class enhances balance, strength
and coordination through tumbling exercises. Progression depends on children’s abilities.
4TA 10--45 minute lessons--$100
DTVA 10--45 minute lessons--$126
Location DayTime
(4-5 yrs.)
Wkfld/Moore T
(4-6 yrs.)
ProvREC
W
SoRunREC
W
Code
Begin $
11:20am 183 465 4101 09/27 4TA
1:45pm 159 465 4301 09/28 4TA
3:30pm 167 465 4301 09/21 DTVA
Tumbling Tumbleweeds
Children roll right into this stimulating class that
introduces them to basic tumbling moves and skills. A
great way to reinforce social concepts of taking turns
and following directions.
4TA
10--45 minute lessons--$100
Location DayTime
Code
(3 yrs.)
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
456 465 4001 09/17
456 465 4002 09/19
456 465 4003 09/20
456 465 4004 09/21
456 465 4005 09/22
456 465 4006 09/23
For a free subscription to Parktakes, call 703-222-4664
Sa
M
T
W
Th
F
10:05am
10:15am
11:15am
9:15am
10:15am
10:15am
Begin $
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
Fall 2016
Children’s Corner
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
Other Classes
Adventure Play
This class offered by Wholesome Campus combines
fitness, music, art and stories. Children develop basic
fitness and gymnastics skills and confidence through
movement activities. Kids get to explore and create
art followed by an interactive music time with props.
Supply fee payable to instructor at first class.
DTVL 5--55 minute lessons--$98
DTVQ 8--55 minute lessons--$157
Location DayTime
Code
(3-5 yrs.)
WhlsmCampusT
WhlsmCampusW
WhlsmCampusW
WhlsmCampusT
WhlsmCampusW
WhlsmCampusW
583 468 8701 09/13 DTVQ
583 468 8702 09/14 DTVQ
583 468 8703 09/14 DTVQ
583 468 8704 11/08 DTVL
583 468 8705 11/09 DTVL
583 468 8706 11/09 DTVL
Begin $
This class introduces Russian to students who have
had no exposure to the language. Course provides
beginning students with a basic command of the
language in a fun way through play and fun activities.
Any supply fee payable to instructor at first class.
10--55 minute lessons--$141
Location DayTime
Code
Begin $
(4-6 yrs.)Level I
LeeREC
Sa
1pm
456 464 7401 09/17 4TB
LeeREC
T
4pm
456 464 7402 09/20 4TB
(4-6 yrs.)Level II Prerequisite: students who
have some exposure to Russian
LeeREC
Sa
2pm
456 464 7101 09/17 4TB
Tykes on Bikes
Children learn how to ride a bicycle without falling.
Strider bikes allow children to concentrate on balancing, learning and steering while propelling the bike in
a natural way. Parent participation is required.
4TD 5--45 minute lessons--$57
Location DayTime
Code
(2-4 yrs.)
Clemyjontri
855 465 8701 09/03 4TD
Sa
9am
Begin $
Variety Zone
In this class, children experience two days each of
Preschool Picassos, Gym Jam, Magic Kitchen, Wild
about the Wild and Adventures in Gardening. This
class is perfect for those who want to sample our
children’s programs. Supply fee payable to instructor
at first class.
4TA
10--45 minute lessons--$100
Location DayTime
(3-5 yrs.)
OakMarREC
OakMarREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
SoRunREC
SpHillREC
Wkfld/Moore
CubRunREC
LeeREC
Fall 2016
W
Th
M
M
T
W
T
M
Sa
11:15am 456 466 3202 09/20 4TA
11:15am 456 466 3203 09/22 4TA
11:15am 456 466 3204 09/23 4TA
Parent and Child Classes
Abrakadoodle Twoosy Doodlers
Little fingers experiment with painting, gluing, sticking, printing and creating while developing fine-motor,
language and self-help skills. This class, for toddlers
and their parents, inspires creativity while emphasizing an I can do it spirit! A $30-40 materials fee is due
at first class (checks payable to Abrakadoodle).
DTVA 10--45 minute lessons--$126
11am
11am
1pm
11am
11am
1pm
Let’s Speak Russian
4TB
T
Th
F
9:45am
1pm
11:30am
2pm
11:30am
10:15am
1pm
11am
10:15am
Code
Begin $
142 466 3201 09/14
142 466 3202 09/15
159 466 3201 09/26
159 466 3202 09/26
167 466 3201 09/20
175 466 3201 09/21
183 466 3201 09/27
192 466 3201 09/19
456 466 3201 09/17
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
Location DayTime
Code
(20-36 mos.)
Burke Lake Pk F
OakMarREC M
OakMarREC W
OakMarREC W
ProvREC
Th
Sa
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
Th
SpHillREC
Sa
SpHillREC
Th
Wkfld/Moore T
Wkfld/Moore T
CubRunREC Th
Su
LeeREC
Va Run ES
Sa
819 466 6001 09/16 DTVA
142 466 6001 09/12 DTVA
142 466 6002 09/14 DTVA
142 466 6003 09/14 DTVA
159 466 6001 09/29 DTVA
167 466 6001 09/17 DTVA
167 466 6002 09/22 DTVA
175 466 6001 09/17 DTVA
175 466 6002 09/22 DTVA
183 466 6001 09/27 DTVA
183 466 6002 09/27 DTVA
192 466 6001 09/22 DTVA
456 466 6001 09/18 DTVA
117 466 6001 09/17 DTVA
10am
10:15am
10:15am
11:15am
10:15am
11am
10:15am
9am
10:15am
9:15am
10:15am
9:30am
1:30pm
10am
Begin $
Adventure Play
This Wholesome Campus class combines fitness, music, art and stories. Children and their parents develop
basic fitness and gymnastics skills and confidence
through movement activities. Kids get to explore and
create art followed by an interactive music time with
props. Supply fee payable to instructor at first class.
(2-4 yrs.)
SpHillREC
CubRunREC
CubRunREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
175 466 4901 09/17 DTVG
192 466 4901 09/18 4TA
192 466 4902 09/23 4TA
456 466 4901 09/18 DTVA
456 466 4902 09/23 DTVA
This class offered by KinderJam is an interactive tickle,
giggle, and cuddle class that strengthens the bond between parent and baby while stimulating physical and
cognitive development by using songs, movement and
colorful manipulatives. Promote your baby’s learning
through music, object exploration, and creative movement while creating loving memories.
DTVE 10--45 minute lessons--$140
Location DayTime
(Birth-18 mos.)
LeeREC
Su
LeeREC
M
LeeREC
M
Code
Begin $
10:30am 456 466 9101 09/18 DTVE
9:15am 456 466 9102 09/19 DTVE
11:15am 456 466 9103 09/19 DTVE
Ballet & Tap I
Introduction to basic ballet and tap steps and movements. Parent must attend with child.
DTVA 10--45 minute lessons--$126
Location DayTime
Code
(2-3 yrs.)
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
167 464 7301 09/19 DTVA
167 464 7302 09/21 DTVA
167 464 7303 09/23 DTVA
167 464 7304 09/23 DTVA
M
W
F
F
2pm
9:30am
9:15am
11:15am
Begin $
The Northern Virginia Handcrafter’s Guild
presents the 9th Annual
Autumn
South Run RECenter
Location DayTime
Code
(1-2 yrs.)
WhlsmCampusT
WhlsmCampusW
WhlsmCampusT
WhlsmCampusW
583 468 8601 09/13 DTVQ
583 468 8602 09/14 DTVQ
583 468 8603 11/08 DTVL
583 468 8604 11/09 DTVL
Begin $
Baby Ballerinas
This too-cute class for the youngest pink ballerinas
stretches their minds and feet. Adult must participate with child. Spring Hill classes offered by Reston
Conservatory.
4TA 10--45 minute lessons--$100
DTVA 10--45 minute lessons--$126
DTVG 10--45 minute lessons--$144
Location DayTime
Code
(18-30 mos.)
SpHillREC
Sa
SpHillREC
T
Wkfld/Moore T
CubRunREC Su
CubRunREC F
Reston Cnsv M
Reston Cnsv T
Reston Cnsv W
Reston Cnsv Sa
175 467 2601 09/17 DTVG
175 467 2602 09/20 DTVG
183 467 2601 09/27 4TA
192 467 2601 09/18 4TA
192 467 2602 09/23 4TA
457 467 2601 09/19 DTVG
457 467 2602 09/20 DTVG
457 467 2603 09/21 DTVG
457 467 2604 09/17 DTVG
8:30am
9:30am
11am
1pm
9:30am
10:15am
10:15am
10:15am
10:30am
9:15am
1:50pm
12pm
9:15am
9:15am
BabyJam with Parent
DTVL 5--55 minute lessons--$98
DTVQ 8--55 minute lessons--$157
10am
10am
10am
10am
Sa
Su
F
Su
F
Begin $
Arts and Crafts Show
Saturday, October 29 • 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Sunday, October 30 • 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: $3 • Door Prizes will be awarded
Top quality, handmade
work by 50+ artisans
Glasswork • Painting • Knitting
Jewelry • Photography • Fabric Art
Pottery • Weaving Metal Art
Woodwork • Ornaments • Fine Art
South Run RECenter
7550 Reservation Drive
Springfield, Va. 22153
For more information, call
703-866-0566
More classes online, www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/parktakes
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Children’s Corner
Basketball
Children learn basketball skills and techniques including passing, shooting, dribbling and other fundamentals. Adult participation required.
Pumpkins
in the Park
DSVA 8--55 minute lessons--$95
DTVD 10--45 minute lessons--$109
Location DayTime
(4-5 yrs.)
LeeREC
Sa
LeeREC
Sa
Orng Hnt ES Sa
Festival
at Lake Fairfax Park
Code
Begin $
9:15am 456 466 2001 09/17 DTVD
10:15am 456 466 2002 09/17 DTVD
9am
094 466 2001 09/17 DSVA
Crafty Kids
Saturday,
October 15, 2016
Children and parents create arts-and-crafts projects
that can be repeated at home using a variety of materials. Supply fee payable to instructor at first class.
4TA
11 a.m.-4 p.m.
$7 per person
(includes pumpkin)
$4 per person
(without pumpkin)
10--45 minute lessons--$100
Location
DayTime
Code
(3-5 yrs.)
SoRunREC
Wkfld/Moore
Wkfld/Moore
CubRunREC
F
T
W
Sa
167 465 8401 09/23
183 465 8401 09/27
183 465 8402 09/28
192 465 8401 09/17
9:15am
10am
5:10pm
9am
Begin $
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
Funfit Tots
Enjoy activities for the
whole family
• burlap sack slide
• face painting
• class demonstrations
• carousel rides
• food
• outdoor fun
Puppet
Show
Noon-1 p.m.
A high-energy adult/child activity class that includes
songs, stories, parachutes, games, balls, music and
more. Great for kids who love moving and music too.
Develops coordination, muscle tone, balance, socialization and language skills. It is recommended that
your child be walking. Adult participation is required.
DTVH 10--45 minute lessons--$148
Location DayTime
(1-2 yrs.)
CubRunREC
MtVernREC
(2-3 yrs.)
CubRunREC
MtVernREC
Code
Begin $
F
M
10:30am 192 467 2201 09/23 DTVH
10:15am 472 467 2201 09/19 DTVH
F
M
11:15am 192 467 2301 09/23 DTVH
11am
472 467 2301 09/19 DTVH
Gym Jam
A fun introduction to fitness through creative up-beat
exercises and sports related skills with an emphasis on
team play and group interaction. Parent participation
is required.
Save the
Date!
Ride the
Turkey
Train
4TA
10--45 minute lessons--$100
Location
DayTime
(2-3 yrs.)
SoRunREC
M
Wkfld/Moore M
Saturday,
November 19
11 a.m.
9:30am
12pm
Code
Begin $
167 467 1701 09/19 4TA
183 467 1701 09/26 4TA
Gymnastics
An adult must participate with the child for this funfilled class. Join in an introduction to floor exercises,
balance beam moves and springboard techniques.
For Inclusion and
ADA Support at
703-324-8563 or
703-803-3354 TTY
58
4TA 10--45 minute lessons--$100
DTVA 10--45 minute lessons--$126
Location DayTime
(18 mos.-3 yrs.)
OakMarREC T
OakMarREC T
OakMarREC W
Code
Begin $
10:30am 142 467 2901 09/13 4TA
11:30am 142 467 2902 09/13 4TA
9:30am 142 467 2903 09/14 4TA
OakMarREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
Wkfld/Moore
Wkfld/Moore
Wkfld/Moore
CubRunREC
CubRunREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
MtVernREC
MtVernREC
W
Sa
Su
Su
Su
Su
M
W
F
Th
Su
M
Th
M
T
Th
Su
Su
Th
Su
Sa
T
W
Th
Su
Th
11:30am
9am
10am
11am
9am
2pm
10:30am
11am
9:30am
9:30am
2pm
2:30pm
9am
10:15am
10:30am
10:30am
4pm
9am
10am
9:15am
9:15am
9:15am
4pm
9:15am
9:30am
9:30am
142 467 2904 09/14 4TA
159 467 2901 09/24 4TA
159 467 2902 09/25 4TA
159 467 2903 09/25 4TA
159 467 2904 09/25 4TA
159 467 2905 09/25 4TA
159 467 2906 09/26 4TA
159 467 2907 09/28 4TA
159 467 2908 09/30 4TA
159 467 2909 09/29 4TA
167 467 2901 09/18 DTVA
167 467 2902 09/19 DTVA
175 467 2901 09/22 DTVA
175 467 2902 09/19 DTVA
183 467 2901 09/27 4TA
183 467 2902 09/29 4TA
183 467 2903 09/25 4TA
192 467 2901 09/18 DTVA
192 467 2902 09/22 DTVA
456 467 2901 09/18 DTVA
456 467 2902 09/17 4TA
456 467 2903 09/20 4TA
456 467 2904 09/21 4TA
456 467 2905 09/22 4TA
472 467 2901 09/18 4TA
472 467 2902 09/22 DTVA
Holiday Tiny Tot Activity Time
Children will enjoy seasonal activities and crafts, and
delight in the sights, sounds and smells of the holidays.
Any supply fee payable to instructor at first class.
DTVY 3--45 minute lessons--$38
DTVX 3--55 minute lessons--$38
Location DayTime
Code
(18-28 mos.)
Frying Pan Pk W
Frying Pan Pk M
(24-42 mos.)
Frying Pan Pk M
Frying Pan Pk M
Frying Pan Pk W
Frying Pan Pk Th
Frying Pan Pk Th
Frying Pan Pk F
Begin $
282 466 9501 11/14
282 466 9502 11/14
282 466 9503 11/16
282 466 9504 11/17
282 466 9505 11/17
282 466 9506 11/18
9:25am 282 467 4801 11/16 DTVY
10:35am 282 467 4802 11/28 DTVY
9:25am
10:35am
10:35am
9:25am
10:35am
9:25am
DTVX
DTVX
DTVX
DTVX
DTVX
DTVX
Junior Weebotics
Junior Weebotics is redefining robotics, making it
possible for youngsters to build and program their
own robots. This hands-on learning experience
offered by Digital Kidz engages creative thinking and
problem-solving skills. You and your child program
using traditional LEGO pieces and simple, drag-anddrop software.
DXVB 8--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$190
Location DayTime
Code
(4-6 yrs.)
Burke Lake Pk T
LkFairfaxPk Th
ProvREC
Su
SoRunREC
F
SpHillREC
Sa
MtVernREC Su
819 466 8201 09/13 DXVB
835 466 8201 09/22DXVB
159 466 8201 09/25DXVB
167 466 8201 09/23DXVB
175 466 8201 09/24 DXVB
472 466 8201 09/25DXVB
10am
5pm
9:30am
5pm
11:45am
10am
Begin $
KinderJam
KinderJam creates a fun, exciting and high-energy
music and movement program that emphasizes the
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kinesthetic and tactile presentation of kindergarten
readiness skills while incorporating physical activity
and parent engagement in an effort to develop hearthealthy young learners.
DTVE 10--45 minute lessons--$140
Location DayTime
Code
(1-5 yrs.)
ProvREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
Wkfld/Moore
Wkfld/Moore
CubRunREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
159 466 9201 09/24 DTVE
159 466 9202 09/29 DTVE
159 466 9203 09/24 DTVE
159 466 9204 09/26 DTVE
183 466 9201 09/26 DTVE
183 466 9202 09/25 DTVE
192 466 9201 09/21 DTVE
456 466 9201 09/18 DTVE
456 466 9202 09/18 DTVE
456 466 9203 09/19 DTVE
Sa
Th
Sa
M
M
Su
W
Su
Su
M
10:15am
10am
10am
11am
10am
10am
9:15am
9:30am
11:30am
10:15am
Begin $
Let’s Make Music
Discover the joy of family music. Mixed-age grouping
encourages siblings to interact together in positive
playful ways. Come sing, dance, play instruments
and meet other young families in this parent-child
interactive course.
4TA
10--45 minute lessons--$100
Location DayTime
(1-5 yrs.)
ProvREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
Wkfld/Moore
(2-5 yrs.)
OakMarREC
CubRunREC
LeeREC
MtVernREC
Begin $
11am
11:30am
10am
9:30am
10am
10:15am
10:30am
9:15am
11:15am
11am
159 467 1801
159 467 1802
159 467 1803
159 467 1804
159 467 1805
167 467 1801
167 467 1802
167 467 1803
167 467 1804
183 467 1801
09/28
09/26
09/27
09/28
09/29
09/21
09/22
09/20
09/23
09/25
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
M
T
Th
Su
10:30am
11am
11:15am
9am
142 467 1901 09/12
192 467 1901 09/20
456 467 1901 09/22
472 467 1902 09/18
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
Little Fingers Piano
In this Learn Now Music class, students and their
parents are introduced to instrumental music through
a group learning experience. Learn to read musical
symbols and play songs in a relaxing and age-appropriate environment.
DTVC 10--30 minute lessons--$140
Location DayTime
Code
(2-5 yrs.)
LkFairfaxPk
ProvREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SpHillREC
Wkfld/Moore
LeeREC
835 467 4401 09/17 DTVC
159 467 4401 09/25 DTVC
167 467 4401 09/17 DTVC
167 467 4402 09/18 DTVC
175 467 4401 09/18 DTVC
183 467 4401 09/28 DTVC
456 467 4401 09/18 DTVC
Little Stars!
10am
10:30am
11:30am
11:30am
5pm
10:10am
10:15am
Begin $
Through music, movement, story time, acting games
and art, children explore their creativity and imagination. Each class includes an art project. Supply fee
Fall 2016
DTVA 10--45 minute lessons--$126
Location DayTime
Code
(2-4 yrs.)
Va Run ES
117 464 9401 09/17 DTVA
Sa
9:15am
Begin $
Musical Exploration
In this Learn Now Music class, students and their
parents sing, dance and play small percussive musical
instruments. Through musical games and use of fun
classroom manipulatives students develop a love of
music. Any supply fee payable to instructor at class.
DTVC 10--30 minute lessons--$140
Location DayTime
Code
(2-5 yrs.)
LkFairfaxPk
OakMarREC
ProvREC
SoRunREC
SpHillREC
Wkfld/Moore
LeeREC
835 467 3201 09/17 DTVC
142 467 3201 09/14 DTVC
159 467 3201 09/25 DTVC
167 467 3201 09/18 DTVC
175 467 3201 09/18 DTVC
183 467 3201 09/28 DTVC
456 467 3201 09/18 DTVC
Sa
W
Su
Su
Su
W
Su
11am
2pm
10am
11am
6pm
11:20am
11:45am
Begin $
Musical Storybook
Code
W
M
T
W
Th
W
Th
T
F
Su
Sa
Su
Sa
Su
Su
W
Su
payable to instructor at first class. Adult participation
is required.
This class stimulates your child’s musical development
through singing, listening and exploring musical
instruments. Each class focuses on one storybook.
Students listen to the book, hear related music, then
do a craft of the same theme. Supply fee payable to
instructor at first class. Adult participation is required.
4TA
10--45 minute lessons--$100
Location DayTime
Code
(2-5 yrs.)
OakMarREC Th
Wkfld/Moore T
MtVernREC W
142 466 6601 09/15 4TA
183 466 6601 09/27 4TA
472 466 6601 09/21 4TA
11am
5pm
9:30am
Begin $
Nature Detectives
During this naturalist-led class, children and parents
get the opportunity to explore the natural world
through hikes, stories, songs, crafts and other hands-on
activities. Additional supply fee payable at first class.
4TD 5--45 minute lessons--$57
4NC 8--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$108
Code
(3-5 yrs.)
HiddenOaks
HiddenOaks
HuntMdws
HuntMdws
308 466 3301 09/20
308 466 3302 10/25
340 466 3301 09/14
340 466 3302 09/15
4:15pm
4:15pm
10am
1:30pm
Begin $
4TD
4TD
4NC
4NC
Nature for Tiny Tots
Children and their parent learn about plants, animals
and their habitats through songs, crafts and activities.
Supply fee of $5 is due to instructor at first class. Adult
participation is required.
4NM 8--55 minute lessons--$90
Location DayTime
Code
(24-42 mos.)
HuntMdws M
HuntMdws Th
HuntMdws Sa
340 467 2001 09/12 4NM
340 467 2002 09/15 4NM
340 467 2003 09/10 4NM
10am
10am
10am
This parent/child class focuses on the six skills that
help even the youngest kids prepare for reading: print
motivation, phonological awareness, vocabulary, narrative skills, print awareness and letter knowledge. Class
consists of story time, finger-plays, music, movement
and a craft or activity. Adult participation required.
Any supply fee payable to instructor at first class.
4TA
10--45 minute lessons--$100
Location DayTime
Code
(3-5 yrs.)
SoRunREC
167 466 7301 09/19 4TA
M
11am
Begin $
Pixie Ballet II
Level II - Classes incorporate weekly themes that
unite children in their educational progress. Parent/
caregiver is involved in the class. Includes ballet activities and costumes.
DTVG 10--45 minute lessons--$144
Location DayTime
Code
(30-42 mos.)
SpHillREC
Sa
Reston Cnsv M
Reston Cnsv T
Reston Cnsv W
Reston Cnsv Sa
175 465 1601 09/17 DTVG
457 465 1601 09/19 DTVG
457 465 1602 09/20 DTVG
457 465 1603 09/21 DTVG
457 465 1604 09/17 DTVG
10am
10:15am
10:15am
10:15am
10:30am
Begin $
Preschool Prep
Get ready for preschool by working on socialization
and fine and gross motor skills. Concepts such as
sharing, taking turns, following directions, colors and
counting are introduced through a variety of music,
instrument, play equipment, dancing, singing and
stories. Adult participation is required.
4TA
10--45 minute lessons--$100
Location DayTime
Code
(2 yrs.)
OakMarREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
CubRunREC
142 464 8601 09/12
159 464 8601 09/28
159 464 8602 09/27
167 464 8601 09/22
167 464 8602 09/21
192 464 8601 09/22
M
W
T
Th
W
Th
11:30am
10am
9:30am
10:15am
11:15am
11am
Begin $
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
4TA
Small Bites for Young Chefs
Location DayTime
T
T
W
Th
On the Road to Reading
Begin $
In this Wholesome Campus class, you and your tiny
chef learn how to make treats that look delicious, taste
scrumptious and are kid-sized. Create foods that you
can serve for any meal or as a snack, while your child
learns about portion control, following recipe directions and using kitchen tools. Supply fee of $30-$40
payable to instructor at first class.
DTVL 5--55 minute lessons--$98
DTVQ 8--55 minute lessons--$157
Location DayTime
Code
(4-6 yrs.)
WhlsmCampusW
WhlsmCampusW
583 467 4201 09/14 DTVQ
583 467 4202 11/09 DTVL
5pm
5pm
Begin $
T-Ball
Players learn T-ball rules and fundamentals. Skills are
taught with a focus on proper mechanics to ensure
safe and correct execution, minimizing the risk of
future injury. Active parental participation builds
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Children’s Corner
self-confidence, coordination and increased understanding of coach’s instructions.
4TA 10--45 minute lessons--$100
DSVA 8--55 minute lessons--$95
Location DayTime
Code
(4-5 yrs.)
Fairhill ES
Su
Navy ES
Su
Woodbrn ES Sa
036 466 5001 09/18 DSVA
087 466 5001 09/11 4TA
131 466 5001 09/17 DSVA
2pm
12pm
1:30pm
Begin $
Tiny Tot Activity Time
Enjoy art projects, songs, and circle time with your
child. Class includes fine and gross motor skills to
enhance learning. Classes are in the old schoolhouse
in front of the carousel. Spring themes concentrate
on farm and nature and include one carousel and
hayride. $5 supply fee is payable at first class.
DTVK 8--55 minute lessons--$101
DTVU 9--55 minute lessons--$113
DTVV 9--45 minute lessons--$113
Location DayTime
(18-28 mos.)
Frying Pan Pk F
Frying Pan Pk W
(24-42 mos.)
Frying Pan Pk M
Frying Pan Pk M
Frying Pan Pk W
Frying Pan Pk Th
Frying Pan Pk Th
Frying Pan Pk F
Code
and even a drawbridge to keep out the zombies!
Kids kick into action in this class emphasizing coordination through skill development and teamwork.
Tennis shoes required. Bring a ball. ProvREC classes
held indoors using soft soccer balls. Adult participation is required.
4TA
10--45 minute lessons--$100
Location DayTime
Code
(3 yrs.)
ProvREC
ProvREC
159 466 1001 09/24 4TA
159 466 1002 09/25 4TA
Sa
Su
10am
12pm
Begin $
Storybook Cooking
In this Wholesome Campus class, you and your child
enjoy a fun story and then create an easy treat based
on the book. A great way to introduce your child to
the joys of cooking and to foster a love for reading. A
$30-$40 supply fee payable to instructor at first class.
DTVL 5--55 minute lessons--$98
DTVQ 8--55 minute lessons--$157
Begin $
10:35am 282 466 9401 09/23 DTVV
9:25am 282 466 9402 09/21 DTVV
9:25am
10:35am
10:35am
9:25am
10:35am
9:25am
Soccer
282 465 7101 09/19 DTVK
282 465 7102 09/19 DTVK
282 465 7103 09/21 DTVU
282 465 7104 09/22DTVU
282 465 7105 09/22DTVU
282 465 7106 09/23DTVU
Tiny Tot Music & Movement
Location DayTime
Code
(3-5 yrs.)
WhlsmCampusT
WhlsmCampusW
WhlsmCampusT
WhlsmCampusW
583 466 8301 09/13 DTVQ
583 466 8302 09/14 DTVQ
583 466 8303 11/08 DTVL
583 466 8304 11/09 DTVL
Weebotics
10am
10am
10am
10am
Begin $
After mastering the engineering and programming
skills in Junior Weebotics, students are ready to take
it to the next level. In this Digital Kidz class and with
the help of a parent, young children are able to build
larger LEGO robots including Ferris wheels, race cars
DXVB 8--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$190
Location DayTime
Code
(4-6 yrs.)
OakMarREC Su
CubRunREC F
142 467 2701 09/25DXVB
192 467 2701 09/23DXVB
10am
5pm
Begin $
Weebotics 2.0
This Digital Kidz class introduces students to robotics,
engineering and coding. Use drag-and-drop software
to write basic programs that connect to the robots
motors and sensors using Bluetooth technology. With
the help of a parent, children build robots including, a
science rover, racecar, helicopter and a robotic arm.
DXVB 8--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$190
Location DayTime
Code
(4-6 yrs.)
SpHillREC
Sa
Wkfld/Moore Sa
LeeREC
Sa
175 467 2801 09/24 DXVB
183 467 2801 09/24 DXVB
456 467 2801 09/17 DXVB
10am
10am
9:30am
Begin $
Wiggles & Tales
Class blends your child’s love of movement with new
cognitive skills. Lessons focus on a new topic each
week and are supported by a children’s picture book.
Children learn a variety of skills including American
Sign Language, finger plays, vocabulary and listening.
Parent participation required.
4TA
10--45 minute lessons--$100
Location DayTime
Code
(18 mos.-3 yrs.)
LeeREC
W
456 466 2201 09/21 4TA
9:15am
Begin $
Your toddler explores upbeat and mellow movements,
major and minor song keys and a wide variety of
genres, time signatures and rhythms. Children and
grown-ups sing, play percussive instruments and
dance with props including parachutes, ribbons and
scarves as we learn to express ourselves through
music. $5 supply fee is payable at first class.
DTVV 9--45 minute lessons--$113
Location DayTime
Code
(24-42 mos.)
Frying Pan Pk T
Frying Pan Pk T
Frying Pan Pk F
Frying Pan Pk F
282 464 8701 09/20 DTVV
282 464 8702 09/20 DTVV
282 464 8703 09/23 DTVV
282 464 8704 09/23 DTVV
9:25am
10:35am
9:25am
10:35am
Begin $
Toddler Tumbling
Children are introduced to many different movements, develop coordination and build confidence in
tumbling. Parent participation required.
DTVA 10--45 minute lessons--$126
Location DayTime
Code
Begin $
(2-3 yrs.)
SoRunREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
Wkfld/Moore
167 466 1901
175 466 1901
175 466 1902
175 466 1903
183 466 1901
09/23 DTVA
09/17 DTVA
09/19 DTVA
09/18 DTVA
09/24 DTVA
F
Sa
M
Su
Sa
4:30pm
8:30am
11:15am
8:30am
12pm
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Dance
Dance
Please remember:
•All dance instructors have different teaching
styles.
•Ballet classes require ballet attire (leotard, tights
and appropriate shoes.)
•For other classes,wear comfortable clothing. Any
clothing requirements will be discussed at the first
class.
•Check the listings for information on couples-only
classes.
•Instructional aids, publications and tapes may be
available for optional purchase in some dance
classes.
Some classes may have supply fees so check
class descriptions for details. Any supply fees are
payable to instructor at first class and are non-refundable.
Ballet & Stretch
For students who have danced before or those who
wish to learn. This class is a unique combination of
ballet fundamentals and stretching.
DPDA 8--55 minute lessons--$79
Location DayTime
Code
(13-Adult)
MtVernon HS T
318 450 5401 09/20DPDA
8pm
Begin $
Intro to Ballet
Introduction to basic ballet positions. Frequent shifts
between ballet activities, creative movement and other
activities keep children engaged in learning.
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
Location DayTime
Code
(5-7 yrs.)
ProvREC
Sa
Wkfld/Moore Su
Wkfld/Moore Sa
159 450 0301 09/24 4PA
183 450 0301 09/25 4PA
183 450 0302 09/24 4PA
10am
5pm
9am
Begin $
Ballet I
Basic ballet fundamentals help develop self-confidence, posture and body awareness. It is recommended that students purchase shoes, leotard and tights
after first session. Spring Hill classes offered by Reston
Conservatory.
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
DPDA 8--55 minute lessons--$79
DPVH 8--55 minute lessons--$102
DPVI 10--55 minute lessons--$98
DPVJ 10--55 minute lessons--$140
DPVM10--55 minute lessons--$154
Code
142 450 6501 09/12 4PA
159 450 6501 09/27 4PA
159 450 6502 09/25 4PA
167 450 6501 09/21 DPVJ
175 450 6501 09/17DPVM
175 450 6502 09/20DPVM
183 450 6501 09/24 4PA
192 450 6501 09/17 4PA
456 450 6501 09/18 DPVJ
456 450 6502 09/23 DPVJ
472 450 6501 09/17 DPVI
105 450 6501 09/21DPDA
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and jazz.
Sa
Th
T
Sa
T
Th
Th
T
11am
6pm
7pm
10am
7pm
6pm
6pm
7pm
F
Th
F
7pm
183 450 0801 09/30 4PA
7pm
183 450 0802 09/29 4PA
5:30pm 456 450 0801 09/23 DPVJ
Th
T
Th
T
M
7pm
8pm
8pm
8pm
6:30pm
159 450 4901 09/24 4PA
159 450 4902 09/29 4PA
159 450 4903 09/27 4PA
183 450 4901 09/24 4PA
183 450 4902 09/27 4PA
183 450 4903 09/29 4PA
472 450 4901 09/22 4PA
318 450 4901 09/20DPDA
159 451 0501
159 451 0502
183 451 0501
183 451 0502
465 451 0501
09/29 4PA
09/27 4PA
09/29 4PA
09/27 4PA
09/12 DPVH
Begin $
(6-8 yrs.)
OakMarREC
SpHillREC
(8-12 yrs.)
ProvREC
Silvrbrk ES
Dance Co
Code
Begin $
Th
Sa
6:15pm
3pm
Sa
W
W
1pm
159 450 0901 09/24 4PA
5:30pm 105 450 0901 09/21DPDA
6:45pm 465 450 0901 09/07DPVH
Ballet & Jazz
Location DayTime
Code
(6-12 yrs.)
Wkfld/Moore F
183 450 0601 09/30 4PA
6pm
Begin $
Lyrical
Lyrical is a combination of ballet and jazz movements choreographed to go with the lyrics of songs.
Promotes beauty, grace and flexibility. Prerequisite: six
years formal ballet training or equivalent.
DPVH 8--55 minute lessons--$102
Location DayTime
(13-Adult)
Dance Co
T
Code
Begin $
8:30pm 465 450 6401 09/13 DPVH
Ballet & Tap
Introduction to basic steps and movements.
Location DayTime
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
DPDA 8--55 minute lessons--$79
DPVH 8--55 minute lessons--$102
DPVM10--55 minute lessons--$154
Location DayTime
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
DPVH 8--55 minute lessons--$102
Prerequisite: Ballet I.
(5-7 yrs.)
OakMarREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
SoRunREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
Wkfld/Moore
CubRunREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
MtVernREC
Silvrbrk ES
6:15pm
6pm
1:30pm
6pm
2pm
4pm
9am
12:45pm
12:15pm
4:30pm
9:30am
4:30pm
(6-12 yrs.)
ProvREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
Wkfld/Moore
Wkfld/Moore
Wkfld/Moore
MtVernREC
MtVernon HS
(8-12 yrs.)
Wkfld/Moore
Wkfld/Moore
LeeREC
(13-Adult)
ProvREC
ProvREC
Wkfld/Moore
Wkfld/Moore
Dance Co
Ballet II
Location DayTime
M
T
Su
W
Sa
T
Sa
Sa
Su
F
Sa
W
Budding ballerinas develop poise, posture and graceful movement in Park
Authority Ballet classes.
142 450 0501 09/15 4PA
175 450 0501 09/17DPVM
(6-8 yrs.)
Wkfld/Moore
Dance Co
Dance Co
Dance Co
(9-12 yrs.)
Wkfld/Moore
Code
Begin $
W
Th
M
Sa
6pm
5:30pm
5:30pm
8:45am
183 450 3701 09/28 4PA
465 450 3701 09/08DPVH
465 450 3702 09/12 DPVH
465 450 3703 09/10 DPVH
Sa
1pm
183 450 8201 09/24 4PA
Dance Instructors Wanted
Qualified dance instructors needed to teach ballet
and hip hop classes for children. Call Jennifer Braun
at 703-324-5540 for details or e-mail
instructors@fairfaxcounty.gov for an application.
Introduction to basic steps and movements for ballet
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Fall 2016
Dance
Tap
Introduction to basic tap techniques, counting and
movement with music.
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
DPVH 8--55 minute lessons--$102
Location DayTime
(6-12 yrs.)
OakMarREC
Wkfld/Moore
LeeREC
(13-Adult)
Wkfld/Moore
Dance Co
Code
Begin $
5pm
142 450 2201 09/16 4PA
2pm
183 450 2201 09/25 4PA
4:30pm 456 450 2201 09/18 4PA
Su
M
4pm
7:30pm
183 450 3501 09/25 4PA
465 450 3501 09/12 DPVH
Tap II
For students with some experience. A more complex
class than Tap I.
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
DPVH 8--55 minute lessons--$102
(6-12 yrs.)
LeeREC
Su
(13-Adult)
LeeREC
Su
T
Dance Co
6pm
Code
Begin $
456 450 6901 09/18 4PA
Tap Techniques
Learn to be light on your feet through basic steps, tap
combinations and routines. This adult tap dance class
provides exercise, rhythm and fun.
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
(13-Adult)
LeeREC
Su
Code
Begin $
3:30pm 456 451 0801 09/18 4PA
Introduction to basic steps and movements.
Location DayTime
Code
(9-12 yrs.)
Dance Co
T
465 450 2102 09/13 DPVH
Begin $
Tap, Ballet & Jazz
Students learn ballet, tap and jazz basics.
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
(8-12 yrs.)
Wkfld/Moore W
7pm
Code
Begin $
183 450 7401 09/28 4PA
Students are introduced to dance forms such as ballet,
jazz and tap.
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
DPVJ 10--55 minute lessons--$140
(5-8 yrs.)
SoRunREC
T
Wkfld/Moore M
Orng Hnt ES Sa
5pm
6pm
10am
Jazz II
For students who have jazz or other dance experience.
A more complex class than Jazz I.
DPVH 8--55 minute lessons--$102
Location DayTime
(13-Adult)
Dance Co
W
Dance Co
T
Code
Begin $
7:15pm 465 450 3401 09/07DPVH
5:30pm 465 450 3402 09/13 DPVH
Students are introduced to basic contemporary and
classical jazz and hip hop movements, vocabulary and
styles.
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
DPDA 8--55 minute lessons--$79
Location DayTime
(8-17 yrs.)
OakMarREC F
MtVernon HS T
(13-Adult)
Wkfld/Moore Sa
Code
Begin $
8pm
6pm
142 450 7101 09/16 4PA
318 450 7101 09/20DPDA
5pm
183 451 0101 09/24 4PA
Hip Hop I
Get into the beat with the latest street dances. These
routines are great for exercise, coordination, balance
and flexibility.
(8-13 yrs.)
OakMarREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
SoRunREC
MtVernREC
(8-17 yrs.)
Wkfld/Moore
(13-Adult)
ProvREC
Code
Begin $
F
Sa
T
T
Th
6pm
9am
7pm
6pm
6pm
142 450 4001 09/16
159 450 4001 09/24
159 450 4002 09/27
167 450 4001 09/20
472 450 4001 09/22
Sa
4pm
183 450 1801 09/24 4PA
Sa
11am
159 450 4601 09/24 4PA
4PA
4PA
4PA
DPVJ
4PA
Hip Hop II
Code
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
DPVH 8--55 minute lessons--$102
Location DayTime
Begin $
167 450 2801 09/20 DPVJ
183 450 2801 09/26 4PA
094 450 2801 09/17 4PA
For more classes, see
www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/parktakes.htm
Fall 2016
472 450 3901 09/22 4PA
7pm
Begin $
Prerequisite: Hip Hop I or equivalent.
Combo Dance & Tap
Location DayTime
(8-12 yrs.)
MtVernREC Th
Location DayTime
DPVH 8--55 minute lessons--$102
Location DayTime
Code
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
DPVJ 10--55 minute lessons--$140
Tap and Jazz
7:30pm
Location DayTime
Jazz/Hip Hop I
7pm
456 450 6201 09/18 4PA
6:30pm 465 450 6201 09/13 DPVH
Location DayTime
waltz, rumba and cha-cha. Each student must register.
Introduction to basic leaps and turns, combinations to
music and visual expression of the music.
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
F
Su
Su
Location DayTime
Jazz I
(8-13 yrs.)
ProvREC
T
(8-17 yrs.)
ProvREC
Sa
(13-Adult)
Dance Co
T
Code
Begin $
6pm
159 450 4801 09/27 4PA
10am
159 450 1701 09/24 4PA
7:30pm
465 450 3601 09/13 DPVH
Ballroom for Homeschoolers
This class introduces children to traditional American
ballroom dance basics. Learn proper dance position
and how to lead and follow. Dances include foxtrot,
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
Location DayTime
Code
(6-13 yrs.)
SoRunREC
F
167 451 4401 09/23 4PA
4pm
Begin $
Ballroom Dancing I
This class introduces you to traditional American ballroom dance basics. Learn proper dance position and
how to lead and follow. Dances include foxtrot, waltz,
rumba and cha-cha. Each student must register.
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
DPDA 8--55 minute lessons--$79
Location DayTime
Code
Begin $
(13-Adult) Singles & Couples
SoRunREC
F
6pm
167 451 1001 09/23 4PA
SoRunREC
W
6pm
167 451 1002 09/21 4PA
SpHillREC
Su
2:30pm 175 451 1001 09/18 4PA
(13-Adult) Couples only
ProvREC
Su
6pm
159 451 6601 09/25 4PA
ProvREC
Th
7:30pm 159 451 6602 09/29 4PA
Wkfld/Moore F
7:30pm 183 451 6601 09/30 4PA
Wkfld/Moore Sa
6pm
183 451 6602 09/24 4PA
Wkfld/Moore Su
7pm
183 451 6603 09/25 4PA
LeeREC
Th
7:10pm 456 451 6601 09/22 4PA
Herndon HS M
7pm
309 451 6601 09/19 DPDA
Ballroom Dancing II
Prerequisite: Ballroom I or equivalent. Each student
must register.
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
DPDA 8--55 minute lessons--$79
Location DayTime
Code
(13-Adult) Singles & Couples
SoRunREC
F
7pm
167 451 1101
SoRunREC
W
7pm
167 451 1102
SpHillREC
Su
4:30pm 175 451 1101
(13-Adult) Couples only
Wkfld/Moore F
8:30pm 183 451 6701
Wkfld/Moore Su
6pm
183 451 6702
LeeREC
Th
8:10pm 456 451 6701
Herndon HS M
8pm
309 451 6701
Begin $
09/23 4PA
09/21 4PA
09/18 4PA
09/30 4PA
09/25 4PA
09/22 4PA
09/19 DPDA
Ballroom Dancing III
Prerequisite: Ballroom II or equivalent. Each student
must register.
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
DPDA 8--55 minute lessons--$79
Location DayTime
Code
Begin $
(13-Adult) Singles & Couples
SoRunREC
F
8pm
167 451 1201 09/23 4PA
SpHillREC
Su
5:30pm 175 451 1201 09/18 4PA
(13-Adult) Couples only
LeeREC
M
8:10pm 456 451 6801 09/19 4PA
LeeREC
Th
8:10pm 456 451 6802 09/22 4PA
Herndon HS M
9pm
309 451 6801 09/19 DPDA
Ballroom Dancing IV
Prerequisite: Ballroom III or equivalent. Each student
must register.
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
4PB 10--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$167
Location DayTime
Code
Begin $
(13-Adult) Couples only
SpHillREC
Su
6:30pm 175 452 6501 09/18 4PB
LeeREC
M
8:10pm 456 452 6501 09/19 4PA
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Dance
Country & Western Dancing I
Learn the latest in basic country dancing in this fun,
relaxed setting. Singles and couples welcome.
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
Location DayTime
Code
(13-Adult)
LeeREC
Sa
456 451 2501 09/17 4PA
3pm
Begin $
Country & Western Line Dancing
Beginning I
A variety of country and western line dances. Singles
and couples welcome.
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
DPDA 8--55 minute lessons--$79
Express yourself through Hula dance, a traditional Hawaiian dance form that
uses intricate arm movements to tell a story.
Intro to Competitive Ballroom
Learn competitive ballroom dancing fundamentals.
Learn short routines in several dances with a focus on
styling, technique and presentation. Dances may vary.
Competition is not a requirement of the class which is
open to all dancers. Each student must register.
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
Location DayTime
Code
(15-Adult)
SpHillREC
Sa
175 451 3901 09/17 4PA
4pm
Begin $
Social Dance-Basic Survival I
Designed with the non-dancer in mind. Learn waltz,
rumba, foxtrot, tango, swing, cha-cha and merengue
basics. Partners encouraged, singles welcome. Each
student must register.
DPBC 8--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$119
Location DayTime
Code
(13-Adult)
Fairhill ES
W
Woodson HS T
036 451 5701 09/21 DPBC
329 451 5701 09/27 DPBC
7pm
7pm
Begin $
Social Dance-Basic Survival II
DPBC 8--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$119
(13-Adult)
Card Fst ES Th
Woodson HS T
Code
Begin $
8:30pm 018 451 5801 09/22 DPBC
8:30pm 329 451 5801 09/27 DPBC
Beyond Basic Survival-Couples
For those who have completed Social Dance/Basic
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DPBC 8--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$119
Location DayTime
(13-Adult)
Card Fst ES Th
W
Fairhill ES
Code
Begin $
7pm
018 451 5501 09/22 DPBC
8:30pm 036 451 5501 09/21 DPBC
Swing Dance I
Learn basic swing and jitterbug steps. Each student
must register.
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
Location DayTime
(13-Adult)
Wkfld/Moore F
Code
Begin $
6:30pm 183 451 1701 09/30 4PA
Swing Dance II
Prerequisite: Swing Dance I or equivalent. Each student must register.
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
Prerequisite: Social Dance Basic Survival I. Continue
expanding skills learned in level I. Class may focus on
only two dances per semester to expand ability in and
knowledge of those dances. All dances are covered
within four semesters. Each student must register.
Location DayTime
Survival II or Ballroom Dance II, this class introduces additional advanced-level patterns in all dances.
Different dances are covered each quarter. Good
technique is stressed. Each student must register.
Location DayTime
(13-Adult)
OakMarREC Su
Code
Begin $
3:30pm 142 451 1801 09/11 4PA
Carolina Shag
This southern dance of style and grace is a slowed
down, smoothed out version of the jitterbug. Singles
welcome.
(13-Adult)
Belveder ES Th
7:30pm
Code
Code
(13-Adult)
OakMarREC
LeeREC
Frying Pan Pk
Frnconia ES
Woodson HS
142 451 2001 09/11 4PA
456 451 2001 09/17 4PA
282 451 2001 09/14 4PA
046 451 2001 09/20DPDA
329 451 2001 09/22DPDA
Su
Sa
W
T
Th
5pm
4pm
8pm
7pm
7pm
Begin $
Country & Western Line Dancing
Beginning II
Prerequisite: Country & Western Line Dance Beginning I or equivalent.
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
DPDA 8--55 minute lessons--$79
Location DayTime
Code
(13-Adult)
OakMarREC Su
Sa
LeeREC
Frying Pan Pk W
142 451 2101 09/11 4PA
456 451 2101 09/17 4PA
282 451 2101 09/14 4PA
6pm
5pm
7pm
Begin $
Country & Western Line Dancing
Intermediate I
Prerequisite: Country & Western Line Dancing Beginning II or equivalent.
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
Location DayTime
Code
(13-Adult)
OakMarREC Su
142 451 2201 09/11 4PA
7pm
Begin $
Country & Western Line Dancing
Intermediate II
Prerequisite: Country & Western Line Dancing Intermediate I or equivalent.
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
Location DayTime
Code
(13-Adult)
OakMarREC Su
142 451 2301 09/11 4PA
8pm
Begin $
Bachata
Learn this popular Dominican Republic dance which
combines movements and turn patterns with some of
the most exciting Argentine tango, cha-cha and salsa
elements.
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
DPDA 8--55 minute lessons--$79
Location DayTime
Location DayTime
Begin $
007 451 5001 09/22DPDA
Location DayTime
Code
(13-Adult)
ProvREC
Su
159 450 9701 09/25 4PA
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5pm
Begin $
Fall 2016
Dance
Flamenco I
Learn footwork, arm and hand movements, body
carriage and castanet-playing techniques that make
flamenco dance so unique.
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
DPVM10--55 minute lessons--$154
Location DayTime
(8-Adult)
OakMarREC F
ProvREC
Th
Reston Cnsv T
Code
Begin $
7pm
142 451 5301 09/16 4PA
8pm
159 451 5301 09/29 4PA
6:30pm 457 451 5301 09/20DPVM
Flamenco II
Prerequisite: Flamenco I or equivalent.
DPVM10--55 minute lessons--$154
Location DayTime
Code
(8-Adult)
Reston Cnsv T
457 451 5401 09/20DPVM
7:30pm
Begin $
Learn the most common Latin rhythm dances, rumba
and cha-cha, with focus on styling, “Cuban motion”
and how to interrelate step patterns between the two
dances. Rumba is a slow, dramatic dance, and cha-cha
is moderate to fast and very lively. Each student must
register.
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
(Adults)
OakMarREC Su
Prerequisite: Belly Dance I or equivalent. Students
should have a veil, as a veil dance routine is taught.
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
Location DayTime
Code
(Adults)
Wkfld/Moore M
183 451 4301 09/26 4PA
8pm
Begin $
Bollywood Style Dance
Bollywood-style dance is filled with fast moves and
provides a fun workout. Dress in loose-fitting clothing.
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
Location DayTime
Code
(13-Adult)
CubRunREC W
192 452 6801 09/21 4PA
7:30pm
Begin $
Hula-Beginning
Enjoy varied aspects as a means of fitness and fun.
Wear loose, comfortable clothing.
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
Rumba & Cha-Cha
Location DayTime
Belly Dance II
Code
Location DayTime
(8-12 yrs.)
SpHillREC
Su
(13-Adult)
SpHillREC
Su
Code
Begin $
10am
175 450 6001 09/18 4PA
1pm
175 451 1901 09/18 4PA
Hula Dance-Intermediate
Prerequisite: Hula I or equivalent. Wear loose skirts.
Begin $
4:30pm 142 451 8501 09/11 4PA
Salsa and Latin
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
Location DayTime
Code
(13-Adult)
SpHillREC
Su
175 451 4901 09/18 4PA
2:30pm
Begin $
Feel the heat! Learn the basic steps of today’s hottest
dances.
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
Location DayTime
Code
(16-Adult)
ProvREC
Su
159 451 7701 09/25 4PA
7pm
Begin $
Salsa I
Learn salsa basics and dance to current Latin hits.
Each student must register.
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
Location DayTime
Code
Begin $
(13-Adult) Singles & Couples
OakMarREC Su
6:30pm 142 453 5701 09/11 4PA
Wkfld/Moore Sa
7pm
183 453 5701 09/24 4PA
Tango II
Prerequisite: Tango I or equivalent.
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
Location DayTime
(13-Adult)
OakMarREC Su
Code
Begin $
5:30pm 142 451 1401 09/11 4PA
Belly Dance I
Join the fun and get in shape while learning the magic
and mystery of the oldest dance form.
4PA 10--55 minute lessons--$111
Location DayTime
Code
(Adults)
Wkfld/Moore T
183 451 4201 09/27 4PA
Fall 2016
7pm
Begin $
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Day Trips and Tours
Day Trips & Tours
For departure and return schedules, weather
related information and/or schedule changes,
call the Tours Hotline at 703-324-8687 (324TOUR) for recorded information. E-mail tours@
fairfaxcounty.gov and automatically receive a list
of upcoming tours. If you would like to receive
the Day Trips and Tours supplemental brochure
please contact the Tours Program Coordinator at
703-324-5611 and leave your name and address.
Transportation: Transportation for tours is by
chartered motor coach equipped with reclining seats
and restroom. Please arrive at your departure location
15 minutes before the scheduled departure time a
location and do not wait for the bus inside businesses
or nearby establishments. Call 703-222-4664 for tour
reservations.
Bus Seating: We do not have reserved seating on
trips. Participants may select seats on a first-come,
first-served basis. Usually two seats adjacent to the
driver are reserved for the trip escort and a tour guide
(if needed). Generally a few bus seats are left available
for interpreters when needed, in the rare case of a
defective seat or for persons who may experience motion sickness. The trip escort will try to accommodate
requests for special seating when possible.
Age Parameters: All minors must be accompanied
by an adult. Only children 5 yrs. and older may travel
by motor coach.
Alcohol: No kegs, opened cans or glass containers
are allowed on the bus. No large coolers are allowed
unless the cooler can be positioned on the back seat
so that it does not take away a seat from any passenger. Damage or spillage from a cooler can stain coach
seat upholstery and compromise the cleanliness and
appearance of the bus.
Registration: Use the registration form at the back
of Parktakes. Tour reservations may be made by
Internet, mail, fax, in person or by telephone with a
MasterCard or Visa, and are accepted on a first-come,
first-served basis until the trip is filled.
Discounts: Early registration discounts apply only
to tours first advertised in this issue of Parktakes. The
senior discount fees do not apply to tours. The class
scholarship policies also do not apply to tours.
Persons with Disabilities: Persons with disabilities
requiring ADA accommodations must call 703-3248563 at least 10 business days in advance of the
scheduled activity. TTY 703-803-3354.
Cancelations: The FCPA reserves the right to cancel
a trip due to low enrollment and/or other circumstances. If a trip is canceled, all registrants will be
notified, and all fees will be refunded to your Parknet
member account. Trips will not be canceled due to
inclement weather unless you are notified by phone.
Call 703-324-TOUR (8687) for emergency weather
instructions.
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Refund Policy: For day trips, refunds, credits or
transfer are allowed up to 14 days prior to the trip
date. Cancelation/refund requests received 13 or
fewer days prior to the trip date are not granted because of bus company and vendor deadlines. For trips
requiring deposits, the deposit is nonrefundable. You
can, however, substitute another person in your place.
The FCPA retains the right to decline, accept or retain
any person as a member of a trip when such action is
deemed to be in the best interest of the health, safety
or general welfare of the tour group or the individual
concerned.
Schedule times are approximate. Reasonable substitutions for some items included in the printed trip
description may be necessary in certain cases. Refunds
are not given for delays or changes in the itinerary due
to weather, traffic, security delays, crowds, mechanical
breakdown or other factors beyond the Park Authority’s control. FCPA is not liable for cost of tickets, meals
or expenses due to schedule changes.
Confirmation and Itinerary: The week before a
trip, you will receive an itinerary in the mail.
Departure/Return Locations
• Ellanor C Lawrence Park, 5040 Walney Rd.,
Chantilly
• Fair Oaks Mall, (lot #1 across from the Marriott
Hotel in the Macy’s lot),Rts. 66 and 50, Fairfax
• Green Spring Gardens, 4603 Green Spring Rd.,
Alexandria
• Lee District RECenter, 6601 Telegraph Rd., Franconia (park in lower parking lot by gym)
• Mason Govt. Center, (park along the fence) 6507
Columbia Pike, Annandale
• Packard Center, Annandale District Park, 4022
Hummer Rd., Annandale
• Riverbend Park, 8700 Potomac Hills St., Great
Falls
Readvertised Trips
(The following trips are open for registration immediately. These trips were advertised previously in the
summer 2016 Parktakes and are not eligible for early
registration discounts.)
National Museum of American History,
Smithsonian, Washington D.C.
Saturday, July 30 Fee:$91 Code: 316 392 0301
Includes motor coach. See the flag that inspired
the Star Spangled Banner along with artifacts from
locomotives to presidential ball gowns throughout this
iconic Smithsonian Museum. Meals on your own. Bus
pick-up/return schedule: Fair Oaks Mall- depart 9:30
a.m.; return 3:30 p.m., Mason Govt. Center- depart
10 a.m., return 3 p.m.; Lee District RECenter- depart
10:30 a.m., return 2:30 p.m. Trip cancelation deadline: July 20, 2016.
Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races,
Charles Town, WV
Saturday, July 30 Fee:$159 Code: 316 391 8601
Includes motor coach and buffet brunch and racing
form. Enjoy the slots, the races and a day at the track.
Bus pick-up/return schedule: Lee District RECenterdepart 9 a.m., return 8 p.m.; Mason Govt. Center- depart 9:30 a.m., return 7:30 p.m.; Fair Oaks Mall- depart 10 a.m., return 7 p.m. Trip cancelation deadline:
July 21, 2016 .
Brandywine River Museum and Longwood Gardens, Chadds Ford/Kennett
Square, PA
Saturday, August 6
Fee: $162
Code: 316 391 3101
Includes motor coach, lunch and admission/tour. Brandywine River Museum is a unique showcase of American art housed in a historic 19th century grist mill. It is
famous for its collection of works by three generations
of the Wyeth Family. Hundreds of other American
artists are also featured. Stroll along the antique millstones winding thorough wildflower gardens to the
banks of the Brandywine River. Longwood Gardens is
the world’s premier horticultural display; 1,050 acres
of manicured gardens, magnificent glass enclosed
conservatories and spectacular fountains. Bus pick-up/
return schedule: Lee District RECenter- depart 8 a.m.,
return 8 p.m.; Mason Govt. Center- depart 8:30 a.m.,
return 7:30 p.m.; Fair Oaks Mall- depart 9 a.m., return
7 p.m. Trip cancelation deadline: July 27, 2016.
Lincoln Connections Van Tour
Sunday, August 7 Fee:$ 65 Code: 274 392 6101
Includes van transportation. Connect with some of
the places, people, and events important to the last
years of Abraham Lincoln’s life and his assassination
in April 1865. Sites include Ellanor C. Lawrence
Park, Surratt House, Ford’s Theatre, and Dr. Samuel
Mudd’s house in Maryland. Pack a bag lunch, snacks
and water. Tour departs at 10 a.m. from at Ellanor C.
Lawrence Park Visitor Center and returns at 6 p.m.
Rappahannock River Cruise & Winery,
Tappahannock, VA
Saturday, August 13
Fee:$169
Code: 316 391 7701
Includes motor coach, cruise, lunch and wine sampling. Take a relaxing twenty mile narrated cruise
down the Rappahannock River. After a two hour
cruise, enjoy a tour of one of Virginia’s largest wineries, Ingleside Plantation. Enjoy lunch at the plantation
and sample a variety of wines. Bus pick-up/return
schedule: Fair Oaks Mall- depart 6:30 a.m., return
7:30 p.m.; Mason Govt. Center- depart 7 a.m., 7 p.m.;
Lee District RECenter- depart 7:30 a.m., depart 6:30
p.m. Trip cancelation deadline: August 4, 2016.
Pearl S Buck’s House & Peddlers Village,
Bucks County, PA
Saturday, August 20 Fee:$144
Code: 316 392 0401
Includes admission. Tour the historic home of Pearl
S. Buck on Dublin Road. Then shop in 70 specialty
stores and lunch at one of the unique restaurants,
taverns and bistros in Peddler’s Village. Bus pick-up/
return schedule: Fair Oaks Mall- depart 6 a.m., return
9 p.m.; Mason Govt. Center- depart 6:30 a.m., return
8:30 p.m.; Lee District RECenter- depart 7 a.m.,
return 8 p.m. Trip cancelation deadline: August 10,
2016.
Strasburg Railroad, Lancaster, PA
Sunday, August 27 Fee:$149
Code: 316 391 7701
Includes motor coach, train ride, museum and box
lunch. Enjoy a relaxing 45-minute train ride through
the heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Country to Paradise, PA. Then stroll across the street to the Railway
Museum and discover more than 100 locomotives
and rail cars. Bus pick-up/return schedule is: Fair Oaks
Mall-depart 8 a.m., return 6 p.m.; Mason Govt. Center- depart 8:30 a.m., return 5:30 p.m.; Lee District
RECenter- depart 9 a.m., return 5 p.m. Trip cancelation deadline: August 17, 2016.
For a free subscription to Parktakes, call 703-222-4664
Fall 2016
Day Trips and Tours
Ellis and Liberty Island,
Liberty State Park, NJ
New Trips
(The following tours are new in this issue and are
eligible for early registration discounts.)
Saturday, Oct. 1
Valley Forge and
Historic Kennett Square, PA
Saturday, Sept. 10
Fee:$164
Code: 316 491 5301
Includes motor coach and guides. Take a tour of
Valley Forge and let George Washington, portrayed
by Carl Closs, be your guide. Start your journey at the
Valley Forge Welcome Center and view a film on the
Revolutionary War. Then board the bus and explore
Washington’s headquarters and the wind swept hills of
Valley Forge. Gain insight into Washington’s life as he
narrates the bus ride through the countryside. Spend
time on your own for lunch and shopping while you
stroll along the quaint streets of Kennett Square before departing for home. Bus pick-up/return schedule:
Fair Oaks Mall- depart 6 a.m., return 8 p.m.; Mason
Govt. Center- depart 6:30 a.m., return 7:30 p.m.; Lee
District RECenter- depart 7 a.m., return 7 p.m. Trip
cancelation deadline: Sept. 1, 2016. Done Ci
Fee:$24
Code: 274 492 6701
Wednesday, Oct. 5
Mason Neck Park, resting on a peninsula surrounded
by Pohick Bay to the North, Belmont Bay to the south
and the Potomac River to the east, and is a local bird
hotspot. Join a naturalist in search of resident and
migrant species. Includes some moderate walking. Van
departs from Ellanor C. Lawrence Park at 9 a.m. and
returns at 1 p.m.
Ellis Island was the first stop for
millions of immigrants as they sought
to enter the United States. Explore
this hallowed ground and learn the
poignant stories of those who risked
everything to “breathe free.”
Nationals Park Stadium Tour,
Washington DC
Birding Bombay Hook, Delaware
Sunday, Sept. 18
Fee:$69
Code: 316 492 8301
Includes motor coach and guided tour. Take a tour of
Nationals Park, home of the Washington Nationals.
The tour includes visits to the PNC Diamond Club
and the Delta Sky360 Club, a luxury suite, the Shirley
Povich Media Center (the press box), the Nationals
dugout, the visiting team clubhouse (subject to availability) and many other Nationals Park attractions.
You may even get to throw a pitch in the Nationals
bullpen. Bus pick-up/return schedule: Fair Oaks Malldepart 12 p.m., return 6 p.m.; Mason Govt. Centerdepart 12:30 p.m., return 5:30 p.m.; Lee District
RECenter- depart 1 p.m., return 5 p.m. Trip cancelation deadline: Sept. 1, 2016.
Knight Train Railroad, Phillipsburg, NJ
Saturday, Sept. 17
Fee:$159
Code: 316 492 8401
Includes motor coach and train ticket. Enjoy a full day
of family fun and adventure at the Renaissance Faire
on the station grounds with acts, entertainment and
food and merchandise vendors. Enjoy the faire before
and after your train ride back in time. Each train car
will have its own Knight and Squire to escort you to
the tournament. The real magic happens when you
journey back in time to the King Arthur’s Tournament
of Champions at the ruins of Kilns Castle. Cheer on
your champions at the ruins and hope that Merlin the
great wizard shows up in time to save the day! Bus
Pick-up return schedule: Fair Oaks Mall- depart 7:30
a.m., return 9:30 p.m.; Mason Govt. Center- depart
8 a.m., return 9 p.m.; Lee District RECenter- depart
8:30 a.m., return 8:30 p.m. Trip cancelation deadline:
Sept. 7, 2016.
Fall 2016
Code: 316 490 0501
Longwood Gardens Nightscapes, PA
Birds of Mason Neck
Friday, Sept. 16
Fee:$189
Includes motor coach, admission and ferry. More than
16 million immigrants began a new life in America at
Ellis Island. As you visit the U.S. Immigration Center
imagine the poignant story of their diverse experiences. Learn about the history of the Statue of Liberty.
Meals on your own. Bus pick-up/return schedule:
Fair Oaks Mall- depart 5 a.m., return 11 p.m.; Mason
Govt. Center- depart 5:30 a.m., return 10:30 p.m.;
Lee District RECenter- depart 6 a.m., return 10 p.m.
Trip cancelation deadline: Sept. 21, 2016.
Friday, Sept. 23
Fee:$48
Code: 357 490 5102
Includes motor coach and admission. Bombay Hook
is one of the premiere wildlife refuges along the
Delaware Bay. We will search for migrating shorebirds,
songbirds, and waterfowl around the wetlands. The
meadows will be a blaze with goldenrods. Bring binoculars and dress for the weather. Park at Riverbend
Park Visitor Center, departs at 7 a.m. and returns 5
p.m. Trip cancelation deadline is Sept. 2, 2016.
Apple Picking Time, Whitehall, MD
Saturday, Sept. 24
Fee:$72
Code: 274 492 5401
Includes motor coach, wagon ride, cider and specialty
goods tasting, peck of apples and guide. Celebrate
Johnny Appleseed’s birthday and the beginning of call
color by heading north to the Pennsylvania border to
pick Maryland’s best apples. Enjoy a wagon ride into
the orchard and pumpkin patch. Shop the farmer’s
market for local produce, jam and jellies. Bring a bag
lunch or purchase sandwiches on site. Bus departs
from Ellanor C. Lawrence Park at 9 a.m. and returns
at 5 p.m.
Evening Monument Tour in D.C.,
Washington D.C.
Saturday, September 24 Fee:$74
Code: 316 492 0001
Includes motor coach and guide. Spend an evening
in Washington D.C. touring the monuments with a
step-on guide. Bus pick-up/return schedule: Fair Oaks
Mall- depart 4 p.m., return 11 p.m.; Mason Government Center- depart 4:30 pm., return 10:30 p.m.;
Lee District RECenter- depart 5.pm., return 10 p.m.
Trip cancellation deadline: September 14, 2016.
Fee:$108
Code: 290 493 4201
Trip includes motor coach, entrance fee and tickets to
Nightscape. Getaway to Pennsylvania to experience
Longwood Gardens’ artistic light and soundscaping,
where color, light and sound emerge outdoors to become one night garden experience you’ll never forget.
Enjoy the beautiful gardens before dark, have dinner
at the cafe or beer garden on your own, then take in
this amazing light installation as you walk the gardens
at night. Trip cancelation deadline: Sept. 20, 2016.
Departs Green Spring Gardens at noon and returns at
midnight.
Birds of Sky Meadows, Shenandoah, VA
Friday, Oct. 7
Fee:$60
Code: 274 492 3001
Includes motor coach and guide. Enjoy an all-day
birding trip to Sky Meadows State Park. Search for
migrants, residents and some of the rarities that make
this park special, such as red-headed woodpeckers.
Some hikes are along a gently sloped roadbed, and
others include steep hills. Enjoy the historic house,
park visitor center and shop. Bring binoculars, a picnic
lunch and water. Dress for walking and the weather.
Bus departs from Ellanor C. Lawrence Park at 8 a.m.
and returns at 4 p.m..
Waterford Festival, Waterford VA
Saturday, October 8
Fee:$67
Code: 316 492 2601
Includes motor coach and admissions. Come and
enjoy the annual Waterford Craft Festival. Take in the
many arts and crafts on display, partake in historic
home tours and military re-enactments, and enjoy the
music, dancing and food. Bus pick-up/return schedule:
Lee District RECenter - depart 9 a.m., return 6 p.m.;
Mason Government Center - depart 9:30 a.m., return
5:30 p.m.; Fair Oaks Mall- depart 10 a.m., return 5
p.m. Trip cancellation deadline: September 26, 2016.
Cowgirls, Mountain Playhouse,
Jennerstown, PA
Sunday, Oct. 9
Fee:$178
Code: 316 492 8501
Includes motor coach and admission ticket. Grab your
cowboy hat and boots and get ready for a honkytonk romp! Cowgirls tells the story of Jo and her
saloon in Rexford, Kansas. To raise enough money to
save Hiram Hall, Jo books the Cow-girl Trio to play
a honky tonk performance sure to bring down the
house. When the classical Coghill Trio shows up on
the saloon doorsteps booked by mistake, the female
group must find their inner-twang and go from Chopin to country and save the debt-ridden saloon from
foreclosure. Bus pick-up/return schedule: Fair Oaks
Mall- depart 7:30 a.m., return 9:30 p.m.; Mason Govt.
Center- depart 8 a.m., return 9 p.m.; Lee District
RECenter- depart 8:30 a.m., return 8:30 p.m. Trip
cancelation deadline: Sept. 28, 2016.
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Day Trips and Tours
Graves Mountain Lodge Apple Festival,
Syria, VA
Patsy Cline Museum & Museum of
Shenandoah Valley, Winchester, VA
Saturday, Oct. 15
Sunday, Oct. 23
Fee: $104
Code: 316 491 8101
Includes motor coach, festival, and lunch. Enjoy the
Apple Butter Festival weekend, scenic bus trip, and
Graves Lodge delicious buffet luncheon. Bus pick-up/
return schedule is: Lee District RECenter - depart 9
a.m., return 6 p.m.; Mason Govt. Center - depart 9:30
a.m., return 5:30 p.m., Fair Oaks Mall- depart 10 a.m.,
return 5 p.m. Trip cancelation deadline: Oct. 5, 2016.
Civil War Centreville Tour, Centreville, VA
Saturday, Oct. 15
Fee:$24
Code: 274 490 5301
Come prepared to make a suggested $5 donation
for admission to the museum. Dress for the weather,
some moderate walking. Begin at the Machen farm
and learn about their experiences with First & Second
Manassas and hear the story of the capture of Boston
Corbett. Then take the van to the Centreville Historic
District & Historic Centreville Park. Sites visited
include the Mosby Stuart Cavalry Museum, Mount
Gilead, and the Centreville fortifications remains. The
Old Stone Church and Saint John’s Cemetery may
also be included if time allows. Trip departs Ellanor C.
Lawrence Park at 1 p.m. and returns at 4 p.m..
Shenandoah Skyline Fall Foliage Tour,
Shenandoah, VA
Sunday, Oct. 16
Fee:$99
Code: 316 491 8301
Includes motor coach and admission. Travel the scenic
skyline through the crest of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Stop at scenic overlooks for sightseeing and picture
taking. Midway through our journey, we’ll stop at Big
Meadows for lunch on your own and a panoramic
view. Bus pick-up/return schedule is: Lee District
RECenter- depart 7 a.m., return 7 p.m.; Mason Govt.
Center- depart 7:30 a.m., 6:30 p.m.; Fair Oaks Malldepart 8 a.m., return 6 p.m. Trip cancelation deadline:
Oct. 2, 2016.
Fine Arts, Flowers and Tea, Richmond, VA
Friday, Oct. 21
Fee:$103
Code: 290 493 4101
Includes motor coach, exhibit entrance fee and full
English tea. Get away to the Virginia Museum of
Fine Arts in Richmond to enjoy the 13th Fine Arts &
Flowers exhibit, which features dazzling floral design
interpretations of masterpieces from the Virginia
Museum of Fine Arts. Have a light lunch at the museum and end the day at the Jefferson Hotel with an
afternoon tea under the Tiffany stained-glass ceiling
of the Palm Court lobby. Trip cancelation deadline is
Oct. 6, 2016. Departs Green Spring Gardens at 9 a.m.
and returns at 6 p.m.
Covered Bridge Tour of
Bedford County, Bedford, PA
Saturday, Oct. 22
Fee:$149
Code: 316 490 4701
Includes motor coach, step-on guide and meal. Bedford PA is home to eight historic covered bridges that
were built 100 years ago by craftsmen who worked
by hand to make structures that can withstand rain,
snow and hard use of the traveling public. With a
step-on-guide you will view the bridges, hear the
history and see the natural phenomenon Gravity Hill.
Bus pick-up/return schedule: Fair Oaks Mall - depart 6
a.m., return 9 p.m.; Mason Govt. Center - depart 6:30
a.m., return 8:30 p.m.; Lee District RECenter- depart
7 a.m., return 8 p.m. Trip cancelation deadline: Oct.
11, 2016.
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Fee:$119
Code: 316 492 4401
Includes motor coach, admissions, docents and lunch.
On August 2, 2011 famed singer Patsy Cline’s house
opened to the public for guided tours in Winchester,
Va. The house is furnished with some of her personal
items and appears as when Patsy and her family lived
there. In the afternoon, dine on a boxed lunch at the
Museum of the Shenandoah Valley cafe. Then tour
the museum, gardens and browse at the gift shop. Bus
pick-up/return schedule: Lee District RECenter- depart 9 a.m., return 6 p.m.; Mason Govt. Center- depart 9:30 a.m., return 5:30 p.m.; Fair Oaks Mall- depart 10 a.m., return 5 p.m. Trip cancelation deadline:
Nov. 2, 2016.
Garrett family home is filled with post-Impressionist
paintings, drawings by Degas & Picasso, and collections of Chinese blue and white porcelain, to name
a few of the elegant collections to view. Bus pick-up/
return schedule: Fair Oaks Mall- depart 9am, return
5pm; Mason Government Center- depart 9:30am,
return 4:30pm; LeeREC- depart 10am, return 4pm.
Trip cancellation deadline: October 28, 2016.
Underground Washington DC,
Washington, DC
Tuesday, Nov. 15
Fee:$60
Code: 274 491 0001
Birding On the Bay, Delaware
Discover the treasures hidden beneath the roads
and monuments of the Washington metro area. Tour
includes a peek into the tunnels beneath the Capitol.
Additional admission fees may apply. Trip departs
Ellanor C. Lawrence Park at 9:30 a.m. and returns at
5 p.m.
Saturday, Oct. 29
Blackwater Birds, MD
Fee:$60
Code: 274 492 4101
Visit Delaware Bay to view waterfowl, shorebirds
and eagles. Stops may include Bombay Hook Wildlife
Refuge, Woodland Beach, Little Creek Wildlife area
and Mispillion Harbor Reserve. Bring binoculars and
a bag lunch to eat on the way. Dress for the weather.
Van departs from Packard Center, Annandale District
Park at 7am and returns 5 p.m..
Shenandoah Caverns and
Route 11 Chip Factory, Quicksburg VA
Saturday, Oct 29
Fee:$136
Code: 316 492 3801
Includes motor coach, guided tour and meal. Take a
guided tour through Shenandoah Caverns through
seventeen rooms, each one more spectacular than
the next and discover a world of breathtaking natural
wonders, incredible geology and extraordinary crystalline formations waiting to be admired and photographed. After your caverns tour, be sure to check out
the other attractions such The Yellow Barn, American
Celebration on Parade and Main Street of Yesteryear.
Also visit the Route 11 Potato Chip factory for a
glimpse of how potato chips are made. Bus pick-up/
return schedule: Lee District RECenter- depart 8 a.m.,
return 7 p.m.; Mason Govt. Center- depart 8:30 a.m.,
return 6:30 p.m.; Fair Oaks Mall- depart 9 a.m., return
6 p.m. Trip cancelation deadline: Oct 14, 2016.
Cloisters & Metropolitan Museum of Art,
New York, NY
Saturday, Nov. 5
Fee:$185
Code: 316 490 9601
Includes motor coach, admissions and docent. See
the exotic beauty of the Cloisters gardens, and hear
about the history of the Cloisters on a docent lead
tour. Enjoy a meal at the Metropolitan Museum of
Art and then take a self-guided leisurely stroll through
the Metropolitan Museum of Art to observe exquisite
art pieces. Bus pick-up/return schedule: Fair Oaks
Mall- depart 5 a.m., return 11 p.m.; Mason Govt.
Center- depart 5:30 a.m., return 10:30 p.m.; Lee
District RECenter- depart 6a.m., return 10 p.m. Trip
cancelation deadline: Oct. 26, 2016.
Saturday, Nov. 19
Fee:$159
Code: 274 492 4301
Lewis Ginter: GardenFest of Lights,
Richmond, VA
Tuesday, December 6
Fee:$112
Code: 290 491 4101
Trip includes motor coach, driver tip, entrance fee,
garden tour and semi-private buffet dinner. Get into
the holiday spirit at Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens in
Richmond. The GardenFest of Lights features beautiful botanic displays and more than a half million lights
arranged in botanical themes throughout the gardens,
including an orchid and model train display. Wear
comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. Departs
Green Spring at 2:00 p.m. and returns at 10:45 p.m.
Christmas Spectacular,
Radio City Music Hall, New York City, NY
Code: 316 491 3301
Code: 316 491 3302
Code: 316 491 3303
Code: 316 491 3304 Sat., Nov. 19
Sat., Dec. 3
Sat., Dec. 10
Sat., Dec. 17
Fee:$199
Fee:$199
Fee:$199
Fee:$199
Includes motor coach, admission and second mezzanine seating. See the famous Rockettes in their timeless Christmas Spectacular performance. Time has
been allotted for shopping and sightseeing on your
own before or after the show. The bus pick-up/return
schedule: Fair Oaks Mall- depart 8 a.m., return 1 a.m.;
Mason Govt. Center- depart 8:30 a.m., return 12:30
a.m.; Lee District RECenter- depart 9 a.m.,
return 12 a.m.
Homewood & Evergreen House,
Baltimore, MD
Saturday, November 12
Fee:$60
Travel to Blackwater Wildlife Refuge on the Delmarva
Peninsula. View endangered fox squirrels, waterfowl,
hawks and eagles. Bring binoculars and a bag lunch.
Dress for the weather. Van departs from Packard
Center, Annandale District Park depart at 7 a.m. and
return 5 p.m.. Trip cancelation deadline is Nov. 11,
2016.
FAIRFAX
COUNTY
Code: 316 490 7001
Includes motor coach, admissions and high tea.
Tour two exquisite historic homes managed by John
Hopkins University. Explore the architecture, silver,
Baltimore furniture and American history at Homewood House. You will be held spellbound by the
48-room mansion known as Evergreen House. The
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Fall 2016
Equestrian and Farm
Equestrian and Farm
FCPA Equestrian Facilities
Frying Pan Farm Park
2709 West Ox Rd., Herndon
703-437-9101
Frying Pan Farm Park has indoor and outdoor riding
arenas, jump equipment, a dressage ring, cross country course and brand-new sound system. Throughout
the year, horse shows make regular use of the in¬door
arena and state of the art barns with stalls for 180
horses. Due to the heavy use of indoor riding arena,
please call for availability and cost. Frying Pan Farm
Park does not have horses for rent. For show schedules, entry forms and rental details: www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/fryingpanpark/equest.htm
Laurel Hill Equestrian Center
9500 Furnace Rd., Lorton
Laurel Hill Equestrian Center is located on the site of
the old Lorton Reformatory, at what once was a dairy
farm that provided vocational training and food for
the inmates. Today, the Equestrian Center includes a
large, multi-purpose outdoor arena with all-weather
footing, stadium jumps and dressage markers. It is
available for private lessons, horse schooling and riding
practice. Facility use is available from dawn to dusk
and is Free of charge. Reservations are not required.
While the site will eventually include a full-service
riding school, there are currently no horses for rent on
the property. The arena sits next to a network of trails
on which horse and bicycle riding are permitted.
Turner Farm Park
925 Springvale Rd., Great Falls
703-388-2807
This former dairy farm includes almost 40 acres of
open fields enclosed by perimeter fencing and is open
for general riding. Features include a novice-level,
cross-country course complete with water, ditch and
bank complexes, a round pen and a large multi-purpose outdoor arena (200’ x 300’) with all-weather
footing, stadium jumps and dressage markers.
Equestrian facility use is Free, and reservations are
not required. The facilities are available from dawn to
dusk daily and may be reserved for shows or events.
Turner Farm Park does not have horses for rent; you
need to bring your own.
Equestrian Programs and Classes
All classes at Frying Pan Farm Park are taught by Spirit
Open Equestrian Program, Inc. (www.spiritequestrian.
org) and offer a safe and fun equestrian program for
people of all ages and abilities. Classes are held outdoors and indoors depending on facility availability.
All riders should arrive 15 minutes prior to class, wear
long pants, shoes or boots with heels and dress for the
weather. Helmets are mandatory, you may bring your
own or one will be provided. All participants must fill
out paperwork prior to the first class. Download forms
at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/fpp/equest.htm.
14490 Berlin Turnpike. Lovettsville.
Located approximately 60 minutes from Fairfax City.
Lucia Farms is dedicated to educating students on
Fall 2016
Therapeutic Horseback Riding
Northern Virginia Therapeutic Riding
Program (NVTRP)
Location DayTime
Code
(4-Adult)
Frying Pan Pk
Frying Pan Pk
Frying Pan Pk
Frying Pan Pk
Frying Pan Pk
Frying Pan Pk
282 485 0801 09/19 DHAF
282 485 0802 09/19 DHAF
282 485 0803 09/20 DHAF
282 485 0804 09/20 DHAF
282 485 0805 09/22 DHAF
282 485 0806 09/22 DHAF
6429 Clifton Road, Clifton.
NVTRP operates at Little Full Cry Farm near historic
Clifton. NVTRP teaches riding and horsemanship
skills to individuals with and without disabilities. The
program horses are friendly and well trained. Riders
must be punctual and follow all barn rules. Visit www.
nvtrp.org for forms.
English Style Riding Lessons
Please note that if you are unable to attend class, you
must notify the stable at least one day in advance.
Please check with the stable; a make-up fee may be
charged. For safety’s sake, students must wear riding
helmets and hard-soled shoes with a heel, not athletic
shoes.
Horseback Riding-Beginner
For the student who has never taken lessons and
wants to learn the basics.
DHAC 6--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$290
DHAF 8--1 hour lessons--$703
DHAJ 10--1 hour lessons--$780
Location DayTime
(6-12 yrs.)
NVTRP
NVTRP
(8-14 yrs.)
Frying Pan Pk
Frying Pan Pk
Lucia Farms
(13-Adult)
Lucia Farms
Code
Begin $
T
Su
6:30pm 566 485 2001 09/20 DHAJ
3:30pm 566 485 2002 09/18 DHAJ
W
W
Sa
6pm
7pm
2pm
282 485 1001 09/21 DHAF
282 485 1002 09/21 DHAF
485 485 1001 09/17 DHAC
Su
1:30pm
485 485 1101 09/18DHAC
Horseback Riding-Beginner Plus
For the student who can trot and post well and has
correct basic position.
DHAJ 10--1 hour lessons--$780
Location DayTime
(8-12 yrs.)
NVTRP
Su
Code
Begin $
4:30pm 566 485 1201 09/18 DHAJ
Horseback Riding-Advanced Beginner
Frying Pan Farm Park
Lucia Farms
quality horses and ponies in a safe, friendly environment. Class size limited to eight students. Student
should arrive at least 15 minutes prior to class time in
order to prepare their horse. Student weight must not
exceed 200 lbs. Stable has indoor and outdoor lighted
facilities.
For experienced beginners who can groom, tack a
horse, trot on diagonal, change leads and directions,
canter and halt with confidence.
DHAC 6--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$290
Location DayTime
(8-12 yrs.)
Lucia Farms T
(13-Adult)
Lucia Farms W
Code
Begin $
4:30pm 485 485 1401 09/20DHAC
6:30pm 485 485 1501 09/21DHAC
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Riders learn safe and effective horsemanship in an
inclusive setting. Each lesson is tailored to the rider’s
abilities. Therapeutic riding students may need physician’s approval to participate in classes.
DHAF 8--1 hour lessons--$703
M
M
T
T
Th
Th
6pm
7pm
6pm
7pm
6pm
7pm
Begin $
Farm
Kidwell Farm at Frying Pan Farm Park
2709 West Ox Road, Herndon, VA 20171
703-437-9101
www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/fryingpanpark
Down on the Farm
Meet draft horses, chickens, peacocks, rabbits, sheep,
oats, cows and pigs at Kidwell farm, Frying Pan farm
Park’s 1930’s - era working farm. Pet the friendly farm
animals, take a hayride or watch the farm hands at
work. At the Kidwell Farm House, you can sit for a
spell on the porch or take a tour to see how farm families lived in the 1930s. Kidwell Farm is open daily 10
a.m.-5 p.m. More information about the park’s historic
schoolhouse, blacksmith shop and meeting house is
available on the web. Groups are welcome, and school
programs are available by appointment. Call for tour
information.
The Country Store
703-435-3710
Located in the former Vocational Agriculture Shop
(c.1920), the Frying Pan Country Store is a one-stop
shop with something for everyone.-books of all kinds,
toys, snacks and drinks, decorative items for the home
and unique gifts for farm, equestrian and history
enthusiasts. Open 10 a.m. -4 p.m. March-Dec. Call the
park for more information.
Farm Programs and Classes
Fall Carnival Fun at the Farm
Thurs., Oct. 13 - 6-10 p.m.;
Fri, Oct. 14 - 6-10 p.m.;
Sat., Oct. 15 - noon-9 p.m.;
Sun., Oct. 16 - noon-6 p.m.
No reservations required.
Cost described below.
(All ages) Free parking and admission. Games and
rides are open as listed above. Tasty fair food and
beverages for sale. Rides take 3-5 tickets each. Regular
ticket price $1 each or 24 for $20. Unlimited Carnival
ride passes available. Information listed below.
Unlimited Carnival Ride Pass valid for either Thurs.,
Oct. 13 from 6 to 10 p.m. or Sun., Oct. 16 from noon
to 4 p.m. Buy in advance to save. $16 per person
through Oct. 5. $18 per person Oct. 6 through Oct.
12. Pick up your tickets at the Frying Pan Visitor
Center the day of the carnival and redeem them at
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Equestrian and Farm
Children’s Holiday Shopping at Frying
Pan Farm Park
the carnival ticket booth to get your ride wristband.
No refunds. ($25 if purchased day of). Purchase on
line, codes below, or contact Frying Pan Farm Park.
Free parking.
LocationCode
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
282 482 4901
282 482 4902
(3-16 yrs.) Come join us in the Schoolhouse as we
assist your young holiday shopper with selections
for their gift giving needs. The Country Store has a
wide selection of unusual gifts priced for a child-sized
budget. To ensure a quality shopping experience,
please register online for a free time slot. Walk-ins will
be welcome on a first come, first serve basis. Adults
must wait on site.
$
$16 pass (through 10/5)
$18 pass (10/8-10/12)
Farm Harvest Days
Sat., Oct. 15 and Sun, Oct. 16
No reservations required
10am-3pm
Free
(All ages) Frying Pan Farm Park. Fall is a busy time
Location DayTime
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
on the farm. Watch the cider press in action, milk a
goat, shell corn, peel apples, meet the farm animals
and see traditional farm demonstrations. Add a
wagon or carousel ride ($) or a visit the Fall Carnival
(see above) for even more family fun. Sponsored by
the Friends of Frying Pan Farm Park and the Fairfax
County Park Foundation.
Jr. Farmer Family Fun
(2 yrs. - Adult) This family program goes behind
the scenes to help the farmers at Frying Pan Farm
Park. Come help with farm chores such as milking the
cows, feeding the animals, and shelling corn. Topics
and activities vary. Children must be accompanied by
an adult registered in the program.
Location DayTime
Code
Frying Pan
Frying Pan Frying Pan Frying Pan Frying Pan Frying Pan
282 483 6701 9/8
282 483 6702 9/29
282 483 6703 10/6
282 483 6704 10/20
282 483 6705 11/3
282 483 6706 11/17
Th
Th
Th
Th
Th
Th
4-5pm
4-5pm
4-5pm
4-5pm
2-5pm
4-5pm
Date
$
$6ea.
$6ea.
$6ea.
$6ea.
$6ea.
$6ea.
Little Hands on the Farm: Fall
Join us in the Barn 2 classroom to learn about a different farm animal each week. Children will interact
with farm animals, receive a story, and create a craft.
Pre-paid reservations required. Adults must attend
class with child.
Location DayTime
(2 - 3 yrs.)
Frying Pan M
Frying Pan M
Frying Pan M
Frying Pan M
Frying Pan M
(3 - 5 yrs.)
Frying Pan M
Frying Pan M
Frying Pan M
Frying Pan M
Frying Pan M
Code
Date
$
9:45-10:30am
9:45-10:30am
9:45-10:30am
9:45-10:30am
9:45-10:30am
282 403 5601 9/12 $8/child
282 403 5602 9/26 $8/child
282 403 5603 10/3 $8/child
282 403 5604 10/17 $8/child
282 403 5605 11/7 $8/child
11-11:45am
11-11:45am
11-11:45am
11-11:45am
11-11:45am
282 403 5701 9/12 $8/child
282 403 5702 9/26 $8/child
282 403 5703 10/3 $8/child
282 403 5704 10/17 $8/child
282 403 5705 11/7 $8/child
Putting the Animals to Bed
(3-Adult) When evening shadows spread over Kidwell Farm, it is time to put the animals to bed. Bring
your flashlight or lantern for this twilight tour, and
learn how our farm animals settle down for the night.
Dress for the weather. Children must be accompanied
by a registered adult.
Location DayTime
Code
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
282 486 2501 9/14
282 486 2502 9/15
282 486 2503 9/21
282 486 2504 9/22
70
W
Th
W
Th
7-8pm
7-8pm
7-8pm
7-8pm
Date
$
$8ea.
$8ea.
$8ea.
$8ea.
Sa
Sa
Sa
Sa
Sa
Sa
Sa
Sa
Sa
Sa
Sa
Sa
Sa
Sa
Sa
Sa
Code
Date
10-10:15am 282 487 2801 12/3
10:15-10:30am282 487 2802 12/3
10:30-10:45am282 487 2803 2/3
10:45-11am 282 487 2804 12/3
11-11:15am 282 487 2805 12/3
11:15-11:30am 282 487 2806 12/3
11:30-11:45am282 487 2807 12/3
11:45-noon 282 487 2808 12/3
12-12:15pm 282 487 2809 12/3
12:15-12:30pm282 487 2810 12/3
12:30-12:45pm282 487 2811 12/3
12:45-1pm
282 487 2812 12/3
1-1:15pm
282 487 2813 12/3
1:15-1:30pm 282 487 2814 12/3
1:30-1:45pm 282 487 2815 12/3
1:45-2pm
282 487 2816 12/3
$
Free
Free
Free
Free
Free
Free
Free
Free
Free
Free
Free
Free
Free
Free
Free
Free
Christmas at the Farm
(2-Adult) Enjoy a special holiday visit and take a
Celebrate Farm Harvest Days and the
fall colors with an old-fashioned family hayride at Frying Pan Farm Park.
Frying Pan Folk Music and Stories
(5 yrs. - Adult) Join us for two special Fri. events this
fall. In Sept. we will offer folk music, stories and games
campfire in the farm yard. In Oct., we will meet at
the Meeting House for ghost stories and learn about
the Grey Ghost, himself, John Singleton Mosby. Dress
appropriately for cooler outside temperatures.
Location DayTime
Code
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
282 402 7901 9/30
282 402 7902 10/21
F
F
6:30-8pm
6:30-8pm
Date
$
wagon ride through the woods and fields with Santa.
Activities include a holiday craft, cookie decorating
and puppet show. Children must be accompanied by
a registered adult. Dress for the weather.
Location DayTime
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
Su
Su
Su
Su
Su
Su
Su
Su
Code
Date
10-11am
282 487 3201 12/4
11:30a-12:30p 282 487 3202 12/4
1:30-2:30pm 282 487 3203 12/4
3-4pm
282 487 3204 12/4
10-11am
282 487 3205 12/11
11:30-12:30pm282 487 3206 12/11
1:30-2:30pm 282 487 3207 12/11
3-4pm
282 487 3208 12/11
$
$8ea.
$8ea.
$8ea.
$8ea.
$8ea.
$8ea.
$8ea.
$8ea.
$8ea.
$8ea.
BOO-stravaganza
(3 - 8 yrs.) Come to the Indoor Arena Barn dressed
in your favorite costume anytime between 6 and 8
pm. Enjoy fun, games, and a wagon ride. Finish the
evening with treats and a small pumpkin. Reservations
required.
Location DayTime
Code
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
282 486 2701 10/13$10/child
282 486 2702 10/13$10/child
Th 6-8pm
Th 7-9pm
Date
Learn more:
www.bit.ly/5VT4MS
$
Cocoa Wagon Rides
(3-Adult) Enjoy fall with a special harvest-themed
wagon ride. Afterwards, sample hot cocoa and s’mores
around the campfire.
Location DayTime
Code
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
Frying Pan
282 483 6301 11/5
282 483 6302 11/5
282 483 6303 11/5
282 483 6304 11/12
282 483 6305 11/12
282 483 6306 11/12
Sa
Sa
Sa
Sa
Sa
Sa
4-5pm
5-6pm
6-7pm
4-5pm
5-6pm
6-7pm
Date
$
$10ea.
$10ea.
$10ea.
$10ea.
$10ea.
$10ea.
For a free subscription to Parktakes, call 703-222-4664
Fall 2016
Events
Events
Watershed Clean-Up Day
(All ages) Sat., Oct. 15; 9-11:30 a.m. Be
part of the International Coastal Cleanup.
Individuals, students, families, scouts and
other community groups can help clear
earth’s arteries by collecting tires, bed
spring cans and other debris. Give the
waterways in your community a clean bill
of health and earn the gratitude of your
furred, feathered and scaled neighbors.
Wear boots, old clothes and bring gloves.
Trash bags and appreciation provided.
This is a great service project! Help at
one of these sites. Sign up online at
Bit.Ly/FXWatershed.
• Hidden Oaks Nature Center, 703-941-1065
• Hidden Pond Nature Center, 703-451-9588
• Huntley Meadows Park, 703-768-2525
• Lake Accotink Park, 703-569-3464
• Lake Fairfax Park, 703-471-5414
• Riverbend Park, 703-759-9018
• Ellanor C. Lawrence Park, 703-631-0013
• Cub Run RECenter, 703-817-9404
Virginia Indian Festival
(5-Adult) The 2016 festival includes eight American Indian tribes from
Virginia including the Rappahannock dancers and drummers. Enjoy
hands on activities, live demonstrations and pottery and crafts for sale
from Virginia Tribes. Pre-register $6 by 9/6. $7 at door.
Location DayTime Code
Date $
Riverbend Pk
9/10
Sa
10am-4pm 357 482 8901 $6ea.
Astronomy Festival
(3-Adult) Enjoy activities including guided star
gazing, looking through the telescope, and listening to ancient stories about the constellations
round the campfire. Other activities and games
going on throughout the evening. Hot chocolate
and snacks available for purchase. Cancelled if
raining or snowing. $6 online, $7 at the door.
Location DayTime Code
Date $
Riverbend Pk
12/10
Sa
5-6pm 357 481 6001
$6ea.
Howl-O-Ween Dog Costume Contest
(All ages) Show off your pets’ unique personality
and compete for special prizes and treats. All dogs
must be leashed and friendly toward other dogs,
children and people of all ages. Gather at the large
pavilion from 2 to 4 p.m. to witness the best in
canine creativity. One registration per handler/dog.
Human must register.
Ride the Holiday Train at Lake Fairfax
Location DayTime Code
Date $
Lake Accotink
10/22
Sa
3pm 850 403 5301
$5ea.
(3-Adult) Take a break from the rush of the holiday season and take a
ride around the park on Engine #62 of the Resources Railroad. Santa
will be stopping by the park to visit with you. See the lighted Christmas
tree and inflatable seasonal decorations, make a holiday project to take
home, gather round the campfire and hear holiday music, and enjoy
warm drinks and treats from the food vendor. Call 703-471-5415 to
reserve a specific ride time.
Location DayTime Code
Date $
Lake Fairfax
12/17
Sa.
12-6pm 835 401 9101
$10ea.
Ride the Turkey Train
at Lake Fairfax
(3-Adult) Ride Engine #62 of the Resources
Railroad around the lake and through the
fall-colored forest as you hear about early
Thanksgiving celebrations. See how Eastern
Woodland Indians hunted and how their
tools were made. Create your own Thanksgiving-themed craft to take home. Fairfax
County Park Authority will be collecting
non-perishable food to be donated to a local
food bank.
Location DayTime Code
Date $
Lake Fairfax
11/19
Fall 2016
Sa
11am-4pm 835 401 4901
$5ea.
More classes online, www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/parktakes
71
Events
Northern Virginia Handcrafters Guild
Thanksgiving
Art and
Craft Show
November
25-27
New
Location
The Fairfax County Park
Authority has a variety of park
settings perfect for hosting
your next birthday party, family
reunion, company picnic, or
sports banquet. To make your
reservation, please see our
online availability calendars
and download our picnic
application at
www.fairfaxcounty.gov/
parks/picnics
Spring Hill
RECenter
Friday and
Saturday
10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sunday
11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Formerly
Vienna Art
and Craft Show
$5 Admission
For more information, contact the Park Authority’s centralized
picnic reservation line at 703-324-8732.
72
1239 Spring Hill Rd.
Mclean, VA 22102
For a free subscription to Parktakes, call 703-222-4664
www.nvhg.org
Fall 2016
Exercise and Physical Fitness
Exercise and
Physical Fitness
Our Fitness and Wellness team is dedicated to
putting fun in fitness. Whether you pay the daily
RECenter admission fee or purchase a longer-term pass, your admission entitles you to the
variety and convenience of more than 300 dropin classes a week. RECenters also offer specialty
classes for an additional registration fee. RECenter Membership Pass--your ticket
to fitness!
CubRunREC
CubRunREC
CubRunREC
Sa
Sa
M
7am
192 426 4301 09/10 4ECA
9:50am 192 426 4302 09/10 4ECA
7:30pm 192 426 4303 09/12 4ECA
BOSU Athletic Power (13-Adult)
Use the BOSU Balance Trainer and other small
equipment to perform conditioning drills aimed at
improving strength, agility, and balance. Great training
both for functional stability and movement in daily life
and for power and quickness in athletic competition.
4ECA 11--55 minute lessons--$143
Location DayTime
Code
SpHillREC
175 428 3801 09/22 4ECA
Th
11am
Begin $
Fitness for Women (16-Adult)
• No initiation fee and convenient pass options. Visit
http://go.usa.gov/5TK for a list of rates.
• More than 300 county-wide drop-in fitness classes
per week. Visit http://go.usa.gov/52S to see the list.
• Access to eight, fully equipped fitness centers with
Cybex machines, treadmills, ellipticals and more.
• Pass privileges also include use of pools and admission to selected special events.
For more information, visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/
parks or your RECenter.
This specialized program delivers a female-friendly
fitness makeover. Our trainers use the latest research
tips on nutrition, strength, flexibility and overall conditioning to help women achieve their goals.
Personal Training
This class focuses on strengthening the core using
foam rollers. Balance and muscle re-education help
to enhance coordination and fine motor skills. This
challenging core class ends with a relaxing cool down
using rollers for self-massage.
Not getting the results you want from your workout?
A personal trainer can help. Our trainers’ expert guidance and education can remove obstacles and help
you reach your true potential. Our trainers:
• Use the latest research and training techniques to
overcome plateaus and jumpstart your workout.
• Provide accountability and motivation to put you
on the fast track to your desired results.
• Help with specific illness, injury or conditions.
• Provide sports-specific training improve your
performance.
Invest in your future fitness and enjoy the healthy
payoff of working with one of our dedicated trainers.
Small-group and private lessons in Pilates/reformer,
yoga, TRX suspension training, and sports-specific
conditioning available. For more information visit
http://go.usa.gov/5Tg or call your local RECenter.
Group Muscular Strength
and Conditioning
BODYPUMP is the original barbell class that strengthens your entire body. Challenge all of your major muscle groups by using the best weight-room exercises like
squats, presses, lifts and curls. Great music, awesome
instructors and your choice of weight inspire you to
get the results you came for and fast! Senior discount
does not apply to these lessons.
4ECA 11--55 minute lessons--$143
Location DayTime
Code
Begin $
ProvREC
ProvREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
159 426 4301
159 426 4302
167 426 4301
167 426 4302
167 426 4303
167 426 4304
167 426 4305
09/12 4ECA
09/14 4ECA
09/12 4ECA
09/14 4ECA
09/15 4ECA
09/16 4ECA
09/15 4ECA
Fall 2016
6pm
6pm
6:50pm
7:30pm
5:50pm
10am
2:30pm
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
Su
SpHillREC
5pm
Code
Begin $
175 425 4001 09/18 4EB
Foam Roller Core & Balance Workout
(13-Adult)
4EB
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
Code
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
175 428 9201 09/22 4EB
175 428 9202 09/17 4EB
Th
Sa
12pm
9am
Begin $
Free Weight Training (16-Adult)
Learn proper techniques, safety and stretches to give
you a great workout using free weights. This class
focuses more on the upper body.
4EX 11--55 minute lessons--$154
Location DayTime
Code
SoRunREC
SpHillREC
167 429 3701 09/11 4EX
175 429 3701 09/17 4EX
Su
Sa
4pm
9am
Begin $
Golf Fit (13-Adult)
BODYPUMP (13-Adult)
M
W
M
W
Th
F
Th
4EB
For the golfer who wants a better, all-around game
through a golf-specific fitness program. Improve your
strength, flexibility, balance, posture, stabilization and
endurance training.
4EA 5--55 minute lessons--$56
4EB 11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
Code
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
PinecrestGC
PinecrestGC
167 426 4001 10/27
167 426 4002 10/22
512 426 4001 09/13
512 426 4002 09/17
Th
Sa
T
Sa
7pm
10am
6pm
9am
Join our Team
Begin $
4EA
4EA
4EB
4EB
We are always looking for talented trainers and
instructors to enhance our professional team and
bring the best in fitness to our community. To
learn more, contact Liz Ittner at elizabeth.ittner@
fairfaxcounty.gov.
Kettlebell training is packed with
power, combing the benefit of
strength-building and cardio all in
one.
Kettlebell Training (16-Adult)
Kettlebell training is an excellent way to burn fat
while building strength and power with just the right
amount of controlled, explosive movement. Learn
how to safely execute kettlebell technique and how to
make appropriate modifications that work every major
muscle group. The workout is comprehensive, fun
and much different from your regular weight training
routine.
4EB
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
SpHillREC
T
Su
SpHillREC
Wkfld/Moore W
Code
Begin $
7pm
175 426 5801 09/20 4EB
9am
175 426 5802 09/18 4EB
6:30pm 183 426 5801 09/14 4EB
TRX Suspension Training (13-Adult)
TRX suspension training allows both seasoned
athletes and beginners to get an edge up on personal
fitness for a totally toned body. TRX uses individual
body weight, gravity and suspension tools in an exciting way to get a whole new workout. Try this customized workout using the right percentage of resistance
under the guidance of a trained TRX instructor.
Senior discount does not apply to these lessons.
4ECA 11--55 minute lessons--$143
Location DayTime
Code
Begin $
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
CubRunREC
CubRunREC
167 428 4101
167 428 4102
192 428 4101
192 428 4102
09/13 4ECA
09/14 4ECA
09/13 4ECA
09/15 4ECA
More classes online, www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/parktakes
T
W
T
Th
6pm
9am
6:30pm
6:30pm
73
Exercise and Physical Fitness
TRX II (13-Adult)
Want a more intense TRX class? Come try out TRX
II with more advanced moves. Prerequisite: TRX I.
Senior discount does not apply to these lessons.
4ECA 11--55 minute lessons--$143
SoRunREC
Sa
10am
Code
Begin $
167 426 4401 09/10 4ECA
TRX Fusion (13-Adult)
Combine your favorite workouts into one with this
calorie-blasting duo. Alternate between the TRX
suspension trainer and the instructor’s choice for that
day: spinning, yoga, BOSU balance training, stepping,
etc. Senior discount does not apply to these lessons
4ECA 11--55 minute lessons--$143
Location DayTime
Code
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
175 426 5701 09/17 4ECA
175 426 5702 09/22 4ECA
Sa
Th
11am
7pm
Begin $
Weight Training (16-Adult)
Learn the basics. Weight circuit safety, techniques and
orientation are covered. A great place to start if you
are new to fitness rooms.
Location DayTime
Code
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
167 425 3501 09/11 4EX
167 425 3502 09/14 4EX
7pm
7pm
Begin $
Weight Training for Women I (16-Adult)
Learn the basics! Weight circuit safety, techniques and
orientation are covered.
4EX 11--55 minute lessons--$154
Location DayTime
Code
Begin $
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SpHillREC
167 425 3701
167 425 3702
167 425 3703
175 425 3701
09/11
09/12
09/14
09/14
Su
M
W
W
7pm
11am
11am
10am
This class offers a non-impact, cardiovascular workout
that strengthens both the upper and lower body while
burning a significant amount of calories. Rowers are
provided.
4EA 5--55 minute lessons--$56
DECA 10--55 minute lessons--$114
4EB
Location DayTime
Code
Begin $
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
Sangster ES
Sangster ES
167 426 2501
167 426 2502
102 426 2501
102 426 2502
09/12 4EA
09/14 4EA
09/19 DECA
09/21 DECA
M
W
M
W
7pm
7pm
6:45pm
6:45pm
Push yourself to a new fitness level with traditional
boxing moves to get yourself in champion shape. No
gloves/wraps required. Optional light contact.
Code
Wkfld/Moore W
LeeREC
M
LeeREC
W
183 426 2601 09/14 4EB
456 426 2601 09/19 4EB
456 426 2602 09/14 4EB
7:30pm
7:30pm
7:30pm
Begin $
4EX
4EX
4EX
4EX
Weight Training for Women II (16-Adult)
Learn weight circuit safety, lifting techniques and a
complete orientation of the weight equipment.
It’s
a great way to continue weight training in our fitness
rooms.
ProvREC
T/Th 7pm
Code
SoRunREC
M
10am
Code
Code
OakMarREC M
OakMarREC Th
SpHillREC
Sa
142 426 4501 09/12 4EB
142 426 4502 09/15 4EB
175 426 4501 09/17 4EB
4EB
SpHillREC
LeeREC
159 426 3601 09/13 4EC
T
M
Code
Begin $
10am
175 426 4601 09/20 4EB
8:30pm 456 426 4601 09/19 4EB
on 4 and 12 month
167 425 3901 09/12 4EX
Memberships
NO Initiation Fee
or Residency
Restrictions
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
Code
OakMarREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
LeeREC
MtVernREC
142 426 5601 09/15
175 426 5601 09/19
175 426 5602 09/17
456 426 5601 09/18
472 426 5601 09/18
74
11--55 minute lessons--$123
SAVE 15%
Begin $
This class incorporates ballet exercises, barres and light
weights to help you tone and define your muscles.
Core, arms, seat and thighs are targeted to give you
results that make you look good and feel great. Barre
techniques class highly recommended prior to this
program. Socks required.
7pm
10am
10am
6:30pm
3pm
Begin $
MEMBERSHIP
September 1 SALE October 15
Barre Workout (13-Adult)
Th
M
Sa
Su
Su
7pm
7pm
8am
Location DayTime
Begin $
Group Aerobic Exercise
4EB
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
4EX 11--55 minute lessons--$154
Location DayTime
9am
This unique blend of Pilates, yoga and strength conditioning coupled with indoor cycling challenges your
mat workout while utilizing balance, strength and
flexibility. Class is designed for all fitness levels.
22--55 minute lessons--$246
Location DayTime
456 426 1701 09/16 4EB
F
Begin $
Cycle Flow (13-Adult)
This high-energy cardio class tones your entire body
plus teaches you self-defense tactics. No contact
required. Bag gloves are recommended.
4EC
LeeREC
4EB
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
Code
A spin/Pilates basic mat class. Move with power
through increased core strength and bring the outdoor
challenge indoors as you ride your way to a stronger,
leaner body.
Boxing for Fitness I (13-Adult)
4EB
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
Cycle Core (13-Adult)
Cardio Kickboxing (13-Adult)
4EX 11--55 minute lessons--$154
Su
W
Crew (13-Adult)
Fun, physical training that may include a combination
of calisthenics, floor exercise and outdoor work. Great
for the intermediate or advanced exerciser who is
looking to mix things up a bit.
FALL
Location DayTime
Boot Camp (13-Adult)
Begin $
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
Available at all Park Authority RECenters
and online at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/passesonline.htm
For a free subscription to Parktakes, call 703-222-4664
Fall 2016
Exercise and Physical Fitness
Low Impact Aerobics (13-Adult)
This low-impact class offers an exciting, moderate-intensity aerobic workout with less joint stress than
traditional aerobics. Bring a mat and a towel to class.
DEDA 20--55 minute lessons--$228
Location DayTime
Code
Terr Ctr ES
112 426 0901 09/13 DEDA
T/Th 6pm
Begin $
Row Flow (13-Adult)
This unique blend of Pilates, yoga, and strength
training coupled with indoor rowing challenges your
mat workout while utilizing balance, strength and
flexibility. Class is designed for all fitness levels.
4EB
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
LeeREC
M
Code
Begin $
8:30pm 456 427 2701 09/19 4EB
Zumba (13-Adult)
Dance themes combined with dynamic music turn
fitness into a party! Maximize caloric output and tone
your body using easy-to-follow dance steps. All levels
welcome.
4EB 11--55 minute lessons--$123
DECA 10--55 minute lessons--$114
Set the “barre” high for personal
fitness with a touch of ballet in Barre
workout classes.
Cycle Spin Performance (13-Adult)
Increase your competitive edge by practicing recovery,
strength, endurance and interval drills. Improve
performance with specificity of training and powerful
cycling techniques. Heart monitors are not required
but are recommended.
4EB
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
Code
Wkfld/Moore Th
183 426 3201 09/15 4EB
7:15pm
Begin $
Hoopnotica (13-Adult)
Step out of your ordinary fitness routine and into this
innovative hoop fitness-dance class. An adult-sized,
slightly weighted hoop, similar to a traditional hula
hoop, gets your body moving to better cardiovascular fitness, all-over strengthening and toning and
improved balance and coordination.
4EB
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
Code
LeeREC
456 425 1201 09/17 4EB
Sa
10am
Indo Row is an indoor rower that uses water as
resistance to stimulate the authentic feel and sound
of being on the water. Indo Row’s unique format uses
all the elements of real rowing to create a class that
provides a transforming total-body workout that challenges the body and focuses the mind. Senior discount
does not apply to these lessons.
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
Code
MtVernREC
472 429 2101 09/15 4EB
Fall 2016
Th
7pm
OakMarREC
OakMarREC
OakMarREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
SoRunREC
CubRunREC
CubRunREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
Cub Run ES
Sa
T
T
W
M
Th
W
T
Th
W
Sa
W
10am
7pm
8pm
6pm
7pm
8pm
8pm
10am
10am
7:30pm
9am
6pm
Code
Begin $
142 425 2601 09/10 4EB
142 425 2602 09/13 4EB
142 425 2603 09/13 4EB
159 425 2601 09/14 4EB
159 425 2602 09/12 4EB
159 425 2603 09/15 4EB
167 425 2601 09/14 4EB
192 425 2601 09/13 4EB
192 425 2602 09/15 4EB
456 425 2601 09/14 4EB
456 425 2602 09/17 4EB
030 425 2601 09/21 DECA
Zumba-Toning (16-Adult)
Zumba Toning is the perfect way for enthusiasts to
sculpt their bodies naturally while having a total blast.
Come join the party.
4EB
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
T
F
W
Code
Begin $
Begin $
12:30pm 167 425 4101 09/13 4EB
10am
167 425 4102 09/16 4EB
10am
167 425 4103 09/14 4EB
Outdoor Fitness
If you’re in it to finish, try this beginner-friendly team.
You start out mostly walking and end up running the
whole 3.1-mile race.
4EB
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
Code
Burke Lake Pk Sa
OakMarREC F
ProvREC
Sa
SoRunREC
Sa
CubRunREC Sa
LeeREC
T
819 426 0801 09/17
142 426 0801 09/16
159 426 0801 09/10
167 426 0801 09/10
192 426 0801 09/10
456 426 0801 09/13
8am
9am
9am
7am
8am
6:30pm
Begin $
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
Alternative Exercise
Awareness through Movement (13-Adult)
Learn to improve your posture, flexibility and coordination while relieving pain, tension and movement
restrictions using the gentle Feldenkrais Method.
Move better, feel better and look better.
4EE
11--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$184
ProvREC
Th
Code
Begin $
11:15am 159 428 4701 09/15 4EE
Bones for Life (13-Adult)
Keeping your bones healthy is important at every age.
This Feldenkrais exercise method helps you improve
bone health, muscle strength, balance and overall
health and helps prevent osteoporosis.
4EE
11--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$184
Location DayTime
Th
ProvREC
2pm
Code
Begin $
159 428 4801 09/15 4EE
Chair Yoga (13-Adult)
This gentle yoga class is for those who are unable to
get up and down off the floor or who want the extra
support of a chair. Students coordinate breath with
movement and perform stretches, relaxation techniques and meditation/concentration exercises while
using a chair for support.
4EB
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
Code
Begin $
OakMarREC
SoRunREC
SpHillREC
CubRunREC
MtVernREC
142 428 1601
167 428 1601
175 428 1601
192 428 1601
472 428 1601
09/15
09/12
09/23
09/13
09/14
Th
M
F
T
W
10:30am
12pm
1pm
10am
11am
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
Gentle Yoga (13-Adult)
Dynamic Nature Walking (13-Adult)
Add dimension to your fitness routine as you refresh
and connect with nature. Enjoy fitness-building hiking
on the trails, along the river, through the meadows
or around the lake. This aerobic workout is great for
beating stress and getting into shape while enjoying
the great outdoors.
4EH 5--1 hour 55 minute lessons--$112
Location DayTime
Code
Riverbend Pk Su
Riverbend Pk Su
357 429 1901 09/18 4EH
357 429 1902 10/23 4EH
9am
9am
5K Team-Beginner (13-Adult)
Location DayTime
Begin $
Indo Row (13-Adult)
4EB
Location DayTime
Train Together
Begin $
Gentle stretches, yoga postures and breathing
techniques increase flexibility and strength for those
desiring a slower pace. This gentle practice may be
suitable for individuals returning from illness or injury
or those with physical challenges.
4EB
4EE
11--55 minute lessons--$123
11--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$184
Location DayTime
Code
Begin $
OakMarREC
OakMarREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
142 429 3501
142 429 3502
167 429 3501
167 429 3502
09/14
09/16
09/13
09/15
More classes online, www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/parktakes
W
F
T
Th
2pm
2pm
1:30pm
10am
4EE
4EE
4EB
4EB
75
Exercise and Physical Fitness
Wkfld/Moore
Wkfld/Moore
Wkfld/Moore
CubRunREC
CubRunREC
CubRunREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
T
T
F
M
W
W
M
W
6pm
10:30am
11am
11am
11am
5:30pm
9am
9am
183 429 3501 09/13
183 429 3503 09/13
183 429 3504 09/16
192 429 3501 09/12
192 429 3502 09/14
192 429 3503 09/14
456 429 3501 09/19
456 429 3502 09/14
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EE
4EE
4EB
4EB
4EB
Hatha Yoga I (13-Adult)
Learn basic yoga postures as you gain more strength
and flexibility while using different breathing techniques. This class is designed to help improve your
posture and bring you relaxation. Please bring a mat
and towel to class.
4EA 5--55 minute lessons--$56
4EB 11--55 minute lessons--$123
4EE 11--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$184
Location DayTime
Code
LakeAccotink
OakMarREC
OakMarREC
OakMarREC
OakMarREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
Wkfld/Moore
Wkfld/Moore
Wkfld/Moore
CubRunREC
CubRunREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
MtVernREC
MtVernREC
MtVernREC
MtVernREC
Frying Pan Pk
850 429 1601 09/14
142 429 1601 09/11
142 429 1602 09/12
142 429 1603 09/15
142 429 1604 09/15
159 429 1601 09/13
159 429 1602 09/14
167 429 1601 09/10
167 429 1602 09/12
167 429 1603 09/12
167 429 1604 09/12
167 429 1605 09/13
167 429 1606 09/14
167 429 1607 09/14
175 429 1601 09/20
175 429 1602 09/22
175 429 1603 09/17
183 429 1601 09/10
183 429 1602 09/13
183 429 1603 09/14
192 429 1601 09/13
192 429 1602 09/15
456 429 1601 09/19
456 429 1602 09/19
456 429 1603 09/14
456 429 1604 09/14
456 429 1605 09/16
456 429 1606 09/17
456 429 1607 09/18
472 429 1601 09/19
472 429 1602 09/19
472 429 1603 09/15
472 429 1604 09/16
282 429 1601 09/13
W
Su
M
Th
Th
T
W
Sa
M
M
M
T
W
W
T
Th
Sa
Sa
T
W
T
Th
M
M
W
W
F
Sa
Su
M
M
Th
F
T
8am
10:30am
5:30pm
9:50am
5:30pm
5:30pm
9:30am
9am
9:15am
5:30pm
7:30pm
9am
8pm
10am
11am
7pm
8am
7:30am
12pm
7pm
7:30pm
7pm
7:30pm
10am
10am
7:30pm
10am
8am
11am
10am
6pm
6pm
10am
7pm
Begin $
4EA
4EE
4EE
4EE
4EE
4EE
4EE
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EE
4EE
4EB
4EB
4EE
4EE
4EE
4EE
4EE
4EE
4EE
4EE
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EE
Hatha Yoga II (13-Adult)
Prerequisite: Hatha Yoga I or equivalent. Please bring
a mat and towel to class.
4EB 11--55 minute lessons--$123
4EE 11--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$184
DECB 10--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$171
Location DayTime
Code
Begin $
OakMarREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SpHillREC
Wkfld/Moore
CubRunREC
142 429 1701
167 429 1701
167 429 1702
175 429 1701
183 429 1701
192 429 1701
09/11
09/10
09/12
09/19
09/15
09/12
76
Su
Sa
M
M
Th
M
12pm
8am
10:15am
9:30am
7pm
7pm
4EE
4EB
4EE
4EE
4EE
4EE
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
Frying Pan Pk
GreenbrW ES
T
Th
Sa
M
Th
10am
10am
3pm
7:30pm
7pm
456 429 1701
456 429 1702
456 429 1703
282 429 1701
055 429 1701
09/13 4EE
09/15 4EE
09/17 4EE
09/19 4EE
09/22 DECB
Mat Fusion (13-Adult)
Looking for a safe and effective way to improve
flexibility, endurance and muscle tone? Mat fusion encompasses the Eastern philosophy of yoga, the holistic
approach of Pilates and the application of floor-based
exercise techniques.
4EB
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
T
W
W
Th
7pm
9am
7pm
11am
Code
Begin $
167 429 5401
167 429 5402
175 429 5401
175 429 5402
09/13
09/14
09/21
09/22
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
Meditation (13-Adult)
Focus and calm your mind with breathing exercises
that release tension. Centered mindfulness relaxes the
physical body for overall wellbeing, concentration and
positive energy.
4EB
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
CubRunREC
LeeREC
T
Su
Code
Begin $
8:30pm 192 428 1801 09/13 4EB
3pm
456 428 1801 09/18 4EB
MidLife Wellness for Women (40 yrs.+)
MidLife issues pose real challenges for women who
want to start or maintain an active lifestyle. This series
explores exercise and nutrition, the personal and
social issues of midlife and wellness strategies that
help you look better, feel better and live better. The
series includes RECenter passes and an InBody body
composition report. Senior discount does not apply to
these lessons.
4EG 5--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$84
Location DayTime
Code
ProvREC
159 429 5301 09/13 4EG
T
7pm
Begin $
Gentle Pilates (13-Adult)
Loosen the joints and spine, and create new movement opportunities gently in a class designed to
support special needs and abilities of the practitioner.
Use basic Pilates principles, working from the inside
out and integrating mind, breath and body to leave
this class renewed and reinvigorated.
4EB
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
Code
SpHillREC
175 429 3801 09/17 4EB
Sa
10am
Begin $
We Make History Happen!
Discover Fairfax
County’s past
at Sully, Colvin
Run Mill and
Frying Pan
Farm Park.
Add a new dimension to your Pilates
routine with Pilates Allegro Reformer.
Pilates (13-Adult)
Practice classical exercise sequences based on Pilates
method. Focus on core control, alignment and breathing to properly execute exercises that strengthen and
lengthen the body.
4EA
4EB
4EC
4EE
5--55 minute lessons--$56
11--55 minute lessons--$123
22--55 minute lessons--$246
11--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$184
Location DayTime
Code
LakeAccotink
OakMarREC
OakMarREC
OakMarREC
OakMarREC
OakMarREC
SoRunREC
SpHillREC
Wkfld/Moore
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
MtVernREC
MtVernREC
850 428 0301 09/14
142 428 0301 09/10
142 428 0302 09/13
142 428 0303 09/13
142 428 0304 09/14
142 428 0305 09/14
167 428 0301 09/14
175 428 0301 09/22
183 428 0301 09/11
456 428 0301 09/19
456 428 0302 09/13
456 428 0303 09/13
456 428 0304 09/14
456 428 0305 09/14
456 428 0306 09/15
456 428 0307 09/16
472 428 0301 09/19
472 428 0302 09/13
W
Sa
T/Th
T/Th
W
W
W
Th
Su
M
T
T
W
W
Th
F
M
T
9am
9am
8am
9:30am
9am
6pm
10am
10am
10am
10am
7:30pm
10am
5:30pm
10am
10am
10am
7pm
6pm
Begin $
4EA
4EB
4EC
4EC
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EE
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
Pilates II (13-Adult)
This intermediate mat class builds on skills learned in
Pilates I.
4EB
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
Code
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
175 428 0901 09/19 4EB
175 428 0902 09/20 4EB
For a free subscription to Parktakes, call 703-222-4664
M
T
6pm
10am
Begin $
Fall 2016
Exercise and Physical Fitness
Pilates and Power Yoga (13-Adult)
A perfect blend of two related mind-body exercises.
Dynamic yoga poses are blended with Pilates body
conditioning to focus on core training and improving
flexibility and strength.
4EB
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
Code
MtVernREC
472 429 4301 09/17 4EB
Sa
7:30am
Begin $
Gentle Pilates Allegro Reformer
(13-Adult)
4EAA 11--55 minute lessons--$204
Location DayTime
Code
SpHillREC
175 427 2801 09/23 4EAA
9am
Begin $
Pilates Allegro Reformer Lessons
(13-Adult)
Pilates lessons on a special apparatus that provides
various levels of resistance within the full range of motion. Private lessons stretch and strengthen your entire
body and help you develop body muscle balance,
flexibility, agility and bone density. Intro to Pilates
Mat recommended. Senior discount does not apply to
these lessons.
4EAA 11--55 minute lessons--$204
Location DayTime
Code
ProvREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
LeeREC
MtVernREC
MtVernREC
MtVernREC
MtVernREC
MtVernREC
159 427 2501 09/12 4EAA
159 427 2502 09/13 4EAA
159 427 2503 09/13 4EAA
159 427 2504 09/13 4EAA
159 427 2505 09/15 4EAA
167 427 2502 09/12 4EAA
167 427 2503 09/13 4EAA
167 427 2504 09/13 4EAA
167 427 2505 09/14 4EAA
167 427 2506 09/14 4EAA
167 427 2507 09/15 4EAA
167 427 2508 09/16 4EAA
175 427 2501 09/19 4EAA
175 427 2502 09/19 4EAA
175 427 2503 09/20 4EAA
175 427 2504 09/20 4EAA
175 427 2505 09/21 4EAA
175 427 2506 09/21 4EAA
175 427 2507 09/22 4EAA
175 427 2508 09/17 4EAA
456 427 2501 09/19 4EAA
456 427 2502 09/19 4EAA
456 427 2503 09/19 4EAA
456 427 2504 09/19 4EAA
456 427 2505 09/13 4EAA
456 427 2506 09/14 4EAA
456 427 2507 09/14 4EAA
456 427 2508 09/15 4EAA
456 427 2509 09/18 4EAA
472 427 2501 09/18 4EAA
472 427 2502 09/14 4EAA
472 427 2503 09/14 4EAA
472 427 2504 09/15 4EAA
472 427 2505 09/15 4EAA
Fall 2016
M
T
T
T
Th
M
T
T
W
W
Th
F
M
M
T
T
W
W
Th
Sa
M
M
M
M
T
W
W
Th
Su
Su
W
W
Th
Th
6pm
11:15am
9:15am
11:15am
7:30pm
9am
9am
11:30am
7pm
11am
9am
9am
10am
7pm
11am
7pm
9am
7pm
9am
9am
8am
9am
6:30pm
7:30pm
8:30am
9am
6:30pm
9am
5:30pm
4pm
10am
7pm
11am
4pm
and muscular strength, flexibility and balance. Learn
to adapt core principals to other sports activities to
decrease your risk of injury. Senior discount does not
apply to these lessons.
Pilates lessons on a special apparatus that provides
a new level of workout with more complex exercise
variations and longer sets. The movements develop coordination, strength and flexibility while the
concentration required improves the mind and body
connection. Prerequisite: Pilates Allegro Reformer I.
Senior discount does not apply to these lessons.
4EAA 11--55 minute lessons--$204
Location DayTime
Code
Begin $
ProvREC
ProvREC
SoRunREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
LeeREC
MtVernREC
159 427 3101
159 427 3102
167 427 3101
175 427 3101
175 427 3102
175 427 3103
175 427 3104
175 427 3105
175 427 3106
175 427 3107
175 427 3108
175 427 3109
456 427 3101
472 427 3101
09/12 4EAA
09/13 4EAA
09/12 4EAA
09/18 4EAA
09/19 4EAA
09/21 4EAA
09/21 4EAA
09/21 4EAA
09/22 4EAA
09/23 4EAA
09/23 4EAA
09/17 4EAA
09/14 4EAA
09/14 4EAA
M
T
M
Su
M
W
W
W
Th
F
F
Sa
W
W
7pm
6pm
6:30pm
11am
6pm
8am
10am
6pm
6pm
8am
10am
10am
7:30pm
8pm
Pilates Allegro Reformer Lessons/Men
(13-Adult)
Location DayTime
Code
SpHillREC
175 427 4201 09/20 4EAA
T
6pm
Begin $
Pilates Mat and Reformer Fusion
(13-Adult)
4EAA 11--55 minute lessons--$204
Pilates lessons on a special apparatus that provides
various levels of resistance within a full range of
motion. These gentle lessons help loosen the joints
and spine and create new movement opportunities,
balance, and flexibility in a class designed to support
the special needs and abilities of the practitioner.
Senior discount does not apply to these lessons.
F
Pilates Allegro Reformer Lessons II
(13-Adult)
Pilates exercises are performed on a special apparatus
that provides various levels of spring resistance within
a full range of motion. Exercises are designed to target
men’s workout to specific needs. Improving core
A fusion of Pilates Mat and Pilates Reformer are
combined into one class for the ultimate endurance,
flexibility and strength training class. Pilates Allegro
Reformer I recommended. Senior discount does not
apply to these lessons.
4EAA 11--55 minute lessons--$204
Location DayTime
Code
SoRunREC
167 428 0201 09/10 4EAA
Sa
8am
Begin $
Pilates Multi-Equipment Circuit
(13-Adult)
Improve your core strength and flexibility by performing exercises on different Pilates equipment,
including the reformer, tower, chair and jump board.
Foam rollers, BOSUs and stability balls are also used.
Prior Pilates experience highly recommended. Senior
discount does not apply to these lessons.
4EAA 11--55 minute lessons--$204
Location DayTime
Code
ProvREC
159 427 4301 09/13 4EAA
T
7pm
Begin $
Begin $
Healthy individuals, healthy families, healthy communities…one step at a time.
Finish your 2016
stronger, and
get ready to “step up”
to a new, healthier
YOU in 2017!
2016
is a free, easy, and fun
program with workshops,
incentives and monthly tips
that will motivate you to lead a
healthy lifestyle.
Visit www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/rec/Take12 for more information.
SAVE
THE
DATE
Saturday, April 22, 2017
Burke Lake Park
Race registration opens in 2017!
More classes online, www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks/parktakes
77
Exercise and Physical Fitness
Pilates Allegro Reformer & Tower
(13-Adult)
Prerequisite: Pilates Allegro Reformer I or Pilates Mat.
This full-body workout uses Allegro Reformers and
Towers, matwork and props. These small-group lessons enhance core strength, flexibility, neuromuscular
coordination, and balance. Improve body awareness
as you learn the essentials of working on the Towers.
Senior discount does not apply to these lessons.
4EAA 11--55 minute lessons--$204
Location DayTime
Code
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
175 426 4701 09/17 4EAA
175 426 4702 09/18 4EAA
Sa
Su
8am
10am
Begin $
Reformer for Athletic Performance
(13-Adult)
Achieve athletic excellence and prevent injury with
Pilates reformer exercises. Unique workouts are
designed to improve core, boost strength and improve
joint stability while increasing flexibility and balance
for peak performance. Senior discount does not apply
to these lessons.
4EAA 11--55 minute lessons--$204
Location DayTime
Code
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
175 429 3101 09/17 4EAA
175 429 3102 09/22 4EAA
Sa
Th
11am
7pm
Begin $
Qigong I (13-Adult)
Perform gentle, graceful movements to improve body
tone while increasing energy and mental acuity.
4EE 11--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$184
DECA 10--55 minute lessons--$114
Location DayTime
Code
SpHillREC
Forestdl ES
175 428 3001 09/22 4EE
040 428 3001 09/19 DECA
Th
M
7pm
7pm
Begin $
Qigong I strongly recommended.
DECA 10--55 minute lessons--$114
Location DayTime
Code
Forestdl ES
040 428 3101 09/19 DECA
6pm
Begin $
Tai Chi promotes flexibility, balance and physical
control. This low-impact mind/body class is based
on ancient Chinese exercises to increase energy flow
while decreasing stress.
5--55 minute lessons--$56
11--55 minute lessons--$123
22--55 minute lessons--$246
11--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$184
Location DayTime
Code
Begin $
Burke Lake Pk Sa
OakMarREC Sa
OakMarREC M
ProvREC
F
ProvREC
T
ProvREC
M
Sa
SoRunREC
SpHillREC
Sa
SpHillREC
M
SpHillREC
T/Th
Wkfld/Moore M
Wkfld/Moore T
819 428 2301
142 428 2301
142 428 2302
159 428 2301
159 428 2302
159 428 2303
167 428 2301
175 428 2301
175 428 2302
175 428 2303
183 428 2301
183 428 2302
09/10
09/10
09/12
09/16
09/13
09/12
09/10
09/17
09/19
09/20
09/12
09/13
78
8am
12pm
11am
1pm
3pm
6:30pm
3pm
9am
7pm
10am
11:30am
11:30am
8:15pm
10:30am
8am
7pm
7pm
7pm
7pm
183 428 2303 09/15
183 428 2304 09/11
192 428 2301 09/10
456 428 2301 09/15
282 428 2301 09/12
282 428 2302 09/13
282 428 2303 09/15
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
Tai Chi II (13-Adult)
Tai Chi I strongly recommended.
4EB
4EE
11--55 minute lessons--$123
11--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$184
Location DayTime
Code
Begin $
OakMarREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
SoRunREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
LeeREC
Frying Pan Pk
Frying Pan Pk
Frying Pan Pk
142 428 2101
159 428 2101
159 428 2102
159 428 2103
167 428 2101
175 428 2101
175 428 2102
456 428 2101
282 428 2101
282 428 2102
282 428 2103
09/10
09/16
09/13
09/12
09/10
09/19
09/17
09/15
09/12
09/13
09/15
Sa
F
T
M
Sa
M
Sa
Th
M
T
Th
1:30pm
2pm
2pm
7:30pm
4pm
7pm
10am
7pm
8pm
8pm
8pm
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EE
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
Tai Chi III (13-Adult)
Improve flexibility, balance and agility
with Tai Chi.
Tai Chi II strongly recommended.
4EB
4EE
11--55 minute lessons--$123
11--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$184
Location DayTime
Code
Begin $
ProvREC
ProvREC
ProvREC
SoRunREC
LeeREC
159 428 2201
159 428 2202
159 428 2203
167 428 2201
456 428 2201
09/16
09/13
09/14
09/10
09/15
F
T
W
Sa
Th
3pm
10am
7pm
4pm
6pm
4EB
4EB
4EE
4EB
4EB
Prerequisite: Tai Chi II or equivalent. For the continuing tai chi practitioner interested in learning the tai chi
fan. Equipment is available for purchase from instructor or bring your own with instructor permission.
4EE
11--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$184
Location DayTime
Tai Chi I (13-Adult)
4EA
4EB
4EC
4EE
Th
Su
Sa
Th
M
T
Th
Tai Chi w/Props I (13-Adult)
Qigong II (13-Adult)
M
Wkfld/Moore
Wkfld/Moore
CubRunREC
LeeREC
Frying Pan Pk
Frying Pan Pk
Frying Pan Pk
4EA
4EE
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EE
4EC
4EB
4EB
SpHillREC
W
7pm
Code
Begin $
175 427 4401 09/21 4EE
Tai Chi w/Props II (13-Adult)
Prerequisite: Tai Chi II or equivalent. For the continuing tai chi practitioner interested in learning the
straight sword, broadsword, staff/spear, and two-person weapon sets. Equipment is available for purchase
from instructor or bring your own with instructor
permission.
4EC
22--55 minute lessons--$246
Location DayTime
SpHillREC
T/Th 11am
Code
Begin $
175 427 4501 09/20 4EC
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Cardio Kickboxing (13-Adult)
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Vinyasa Yoga (13-Adult)
This active, flowing style of yoga incorporates
breath-synchronized movements, allowing poses to
flow from one to another. Class helps develop strength,
flexibility and awareness of body and breath while
leaving the body energized and the mind at peace.
4EB
4EE
11--55 minute lessons--$123
11--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$184
Location DayTime
Code
OakMarREC
OakMarREC
SoRunREC
MtVernREC
142 428 4601 09/12
142 428 4602 09/15
167 428 4601 09/11
472 428 4601 09/14
M
Th
Su
W
7pm
7pm
7pm
7pm
Begin $
4EE
4EE
4EB
4EB
Yoga for Better Balance and Bones
(13-Adult)
Protect and strengthen your hips, wrists and spine
while improving balance and flexibility in this yoga
practice. Unique bone building exercises help with
overall strength and mobility.
4EE
11--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$184
Location DayTime
ProvREC
W
Code
Begin $
10:30am 159 428 5801 09/14 4EE
Yoga for Gardeners I (Adults)
This class features a gentle introduction to the Vinyasa
method which helps participants increase the strength,
flexibility and endurance necessary for gardening.
Class held indoors.
4EB
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
Code
GrnSprGardn M
290 426 2401 09/12 4EB
9:45am
Begin $
Yoga for Golfers (13-Adult)
Classes are focused on limbering and lengthening
muscles used in golf. Balance exercises are key to im-
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Fall 2016
Exercise and Physical Fitness
proving stability, range of motion, swing rotation, and
posture awareness. Your stamina improves and risk of
injury decreases.
Donor Profile . . .
4EA 5--55 minute lessons--$56
Location DayTime
PinecrestGC
PinecrestGC
PinecrestGC
PinecrestGC
Th
Sa
Th
Sa
6pm
9am
6pm
9am
Code
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512 429 9901
512 429 9902
512 429 9903
512 429 9904
09/15
09/17
10/20
10/22
4EA
4EA
4EA
4EA
Yoga for Power (13-Adult)
A dynamic sequence of yoga poses. Students should
be comfortable with the poses and be ready for a
vigorous workout.
4EE
11--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$184
Location DayTime
Code
OakMarREC Su
142 429 3601 09/11 4EE
9am
Begin $
Yoga for Stress Management (13-Adult)
The stress of everyday life can create tension and
stiffness in the body and can also affect mood and
energy level. This class combines yoga postures and
stretching with breathing and relaxing meditations to
remove stress blockages, restoring positive energy and
renewing an overall sense of wellness.
4EB
4EE
11--55 minute lessons--$123
11--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$184
Location DayTime
SoRunREC
SpHillREC
CubRunREC
F
Su
T
Code
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7:30pm 167 428 2601 09/16 4EB
6:30pm 175 428 2601 09/18 4EE
12pm
192 428 2601 09/13 4EE
Yoga Groove (13-Adult)
Chill out vinyasa style in this upbeat class that fuses
classic yoga poses and flows with popular music.
Movement, music and breath are used to open the
body’s energy centers so energy can flow freely
through the body. No previous yoga or dance experience needed.
4EB
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
Code
Wkfld/Moore M
183 429 1401 09/12 4EB
7pm
Begin $
Family Fitness
Family Fun & Fitness (5-Adult)
A class that brings fun and exercise to the entire family. Inside or outside activities include fitness games,
sports, and sport skills. Each student must register.
4EB
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
Code
SoRunREC
167 429 8301 09/11 4EB
Su
3pm
Begin $
Family Zumba (10-Adult)
Join this high-energy fitness party packed with
kid-friendly music and choreography appropriate for
everyone. Have fun with your family and get fit in the
process. All levels welcome.
4EB
Edward Rose
veterinarian Rebecca Walton who works out
and volunteers at the RECenter. “I love books,
If reading is to the
and once you’re out of college, you don’t make
mind what exercise is
time to read anymore unless it’s about your
to the body, you can
profession. This is great.”
now strengthen both at
Rose also arranges for surplus books to be
Providence RECenter
donated to area senior centers, community centhanks to Edward Rose.
ters, childcare centers and jails. He has even
Through his position
made arrangements to have books donated to
on the Falls Church Library Board of Trustees,
rural libraries in Virginia that have extremely
Rose has arranged for surplus library books to
limited budgets for books. “There are plenty of
be donated to the RECenter for customers to
people who like books but can’t afford books,”
read and even keep if they want at no charge.
he said. “The more books we can get into the
“Rather than throw
hands of families, the better.”
books away as some
Abraham Lincoln once said, “My best
“There is more
libraries do, I wanted
friend is a person who will give me a
the books to stay in the
treasure in books than book I have not read,” and by donating
community where they
books, Rose has no doubt befriended
in all the pirate’s loot
could get some use,”
himself to countless people. His hope
said Rose, a longtime
on Treasure Island.”
is that others will follow suit and donate
Providence RECenter
Walt Disney their old books so that more RECenter
customer and Fairfax
customers can exercise their minds.
County Attorney’s
Office retiree. “Some
books are leftover from book clubs,
some are duplicates, and we need to
make room for new books that come
into the library.”
Rose approached RECenter manager
Patti Stevenson about using the books
to start a book share, and the idea
quickly caught on. “Staff members
joined in on the idea right off the bat,”
she said. “We bought a used bookcase
for about $20 and painted it with leftover paint from the clubroom.” Now
the bright green shelf stocked with the
Falls Church library’s donated books
sits in the concession area where
Word spread quickly about the Providence
parents often wait for their children
RECenter book share, and now
enrolled in exercise classes.
Fairfax County libraries
The new resource is
are considering making
getting rave reviews
similar donations for
from RECenter
book shares at other
customers.
Park Authority
“I think it’s a
RECenters.
great idea,” said
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
Code
SoRunREC
167 425 4301 09/11 4EB
Fall 2016
Su
6pm
Begin $
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Exercise and Physical Fitness
Weight Training for Teens (12-15 yrs.)
Youth and Teen Fitness
Boot Camp for Kids (6-12 yrs.)
Fun, physical training that may include a combination
of calisthenics, floor exercise, outdoor work and play.
A great way to get active for all fitness levels.
4EB
4EW 5--55 minute lessons--$70
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
Code
SoRunREC
167 425 0601 09/11 4EB
Su
3pm
Begin $
Pilates Lessons for Teens (14-18 yrs.)
Teens are introduced to basic Pilates principles. Students learn proper form and body mechanics by using
Pilates Allegro Reformers and Pilates props. Lessons
help students improve their flexibility, strength, balance and self-control.
4EB
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
Code
SpHillREC
175 427 3801 09/21 4EB
W
5pm
Begin $
Teen Fit Zone (10-18 yrs.)
This action-packed class is designed for those who
want to improve or change their fitness level, struggle
in PE or need help with nutrition. Class may include
weight room exercises, team games, yoga, Pilates,
walleyball, swimming or outdoor activities.
4EB
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
Code
SoRunREC
SpHillREC
167 426 2801 09/11 4EB
175 426 2801 09/18 4EB
Su
Su
4pm
4pm
Learn proper equipment use, techniques and safety
along with stretching, strength and endurance exercises. Students who complete a final test are issued
a weight room pass (to be used with admission) that
allows weight room use without adult supervision.
Begin $
Location DayTime
Code
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
SpHillREC
CubRunREC
CubRunREC
167 425 3601 09/11
167 425 3602 09/11
167 425 3603 10/16
167 425 3604 10/16
175 425 3601 09/17
175 425 3602 10/22
175 425 3603 09/18
175 425 3604 09/22
175 425 3605 10/27
192 425 3601 09/10
192 425 3602 10/15
Su
Su
Su
Su
Sa
Sa
Su
Th
Th
Sa
Sa
5pm
6pm
5pm
6pm
10am
10am
5pm
6pm
6pm
12pm
12pm
Begin $
4EW
4EW
4EW
4EW
4EW
4EW
4EW
4EW
4EW
4EW
4EW
Teen Weight Training-Advanced
(14-17 yrs.)
4EX 11--55 minute lessons--$154
Location DayTime
Th
7pm
Code
Use ancient yoga to tone and stretch, increase
awareness and concentration and improve methods of
physical and mental relaxation. In this course, emphasis is placed on building self-esteem in a non-competitive environment. Yoga helps the teenager feel more
comfortable with his or her own body. It is a fun way
of increasing an overall feeling of well-being. Bring a
towel to lie on.
4EB
Begin $
175 426 5901 09/22 4EX
Code
SpHillREC
175 428 2401 09/18 4EB
10am
Begin $
Classes feature kid-friendly routines based on original
Zumba choreography by breaking down the steps
and adding games, activities and cultural exploration
elements. Class incorporates fitness as a by getting
kids active and making fitness fun.
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
SoRunREC
SpHillREC
F
Su
Code
Begin $
6:30pm 167 428 0501 09/16 4EB
10am
175 428 0501 09/18 4EB
Senior Fitness
Aerobics I - Senior (60 yrs.+)
For the senior who is just returning to exercise, or
has been recently released from a hospital exercise
program. Beginning muscular strengthening exercises
with hand weights, easy aerobics and stretching are
taught to get you moving safely.
22--55 minute lessons--$246
Location DayTime
Code
ProvREC
159 429 0401 09/12 4EC
M/W 11am
Begin $
Aerobics II - Senior (60 yrs.+)
This class is perfect for the active senior who is
beyond beginner but not quite advanced. Muscle
strengthening with hand weights, low impact, moderate intensity aerobics and stretching at intermediate
levels are taught.
4EB
MEASUREMENTS INCLUDE:
• Body Weight, Total Body Water, Dry Lean Mass
• Body Mass Index (BMI)
• Percent Of Body Fat
• Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)
• Muscle/Fat Analysis
• Segmented Lean Mass
To make an appointment for an InBody 230 service,
contact the front desk at any FCPA RECenter.
www.fairfaxcounty.gov/parks
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Su
Zumba Kids (7-11 yrs.)
4EC
Knowledge is power to make the necessary
changes to improve your health.
Your InBody 230 analysis gives you
10 essential measurements for evaluating
and improving your current health.
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
4EB
Prerequisite: Weight Training for Teens. After completing the weight room introduction, learn more
challenging exercises to bring greater variety and
interest to your workout. Expanding your knowledge
of cables, dumbbells, weight plates, benches, and bars
helps you shape your fitness goals and achieve them
more quickly with confidence.
SpHillREC
Yoga for Teens (13-18 yrs.)
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
Code
OakMarREC W
OakMarREC F
142 429 0501 09/14 4EB
142 429 0502 09/16 4EB
1pm
1pm
Begin $
Balance and Beyond (55 yrs.+)
Balance is key to maintaining a healthy and active
lifestyle. This class, taught by certified balance and
mobility specialists, helps you enhance mobility,
strength and flexibility. Advanced techniques from the
FallProof fall prevention program are incorporated to
challenge and improve overall wellness.
4EB
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
Code
Begin $
OakMarREC
ProvREC
Wkfld/Moore
Wkfld/Moore
CubRunREC
MtVernREC
142 429 0701
159 429 0701
183 429 0701
183 429 0702
192 429 0701
472 429 0701
09/14
09/15
09/15
09/13
09/10
09/14
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W
Th
Th
T
Sa
W
11am
1pm
11am
1:30pm
10am
12:15pm
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
Fall 2016
Exercise and Physical Fitness
Yoga - Senior (60 yrs.+)
Designed for those desiring a slow-paced introduction
to yoga.
4EE
11--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$184
Location DayTime
Code
OakMarREC W
142 429 1201 09/14 4EE
3pm
Begin $
Yoga for Aging Well (50 yrs.+)
This yoga is mindful of the maturing body while
providing a challenging practice for the experienced
participant. A special focus on balance, joint health,
restoration and concentration is emphasized for enhancing practice and aging well.
4EE
11--1 hour 25 minute lessons--$184
Location DayTime
ProvREC
T
Code
Begin $
10:30am 159 426 1501 09/13 4EE
Zumba Gold (60 yrs.+)
Enhance strength, flexibility and mobility with Balance and Beyond classes.
Chair Fitness - Senior (60 yrs.+)
Exercises designed to improve and maintain upper
and lower body strength, range of motion and flexibility. All exercises may be done seated. Variations
are offered for those who wish to stand. Relaxation
techniques and light cardio conditioning are included.
4EB
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
Code
SpHillREC
175 426 4201 09/19 4EB
M
12pm
Begin $
Fitness for Seniors (60 yrs.+)
Class is designed to increase your fitness level and is
geared toward the active adult. Students gain more
strength, flexibility, and cardiovascular endurance by
using lightweight dumbbells, resistance bands and
low-impact to moderate-intensity aerobics. Bring a
water bottle to class.
4EC 22--55 minute lessons--$246
4EA 5--55 minute lessons--$56
4EB 11--55 minute lessons--$123
Code
Begin $
OakMarREC
OakMarREC
ProvREC
SpHillREC
142 429 0201
142 429 0202
159 429 0201
175 429 0201
09/13
10/18
09/13
09/21
9:30am
9:30am
8:30am
12pm
4EA
4EA
4EC
4EB
Senior Volleyball (60 yrs.+)
For active seniors who want to add a little cardio
variety to their exercise program. Volleyball is played
with a beach ball in a racquetball court and the rules
are relaxed from the usual game. Come join the fun
and lots of laughter during a friendly game of senior
volleyball. The class begins with a brief warm-up and
ends with a brief cool-down.
4EB
Location DayTime
Code
ProvREC
159 428 4501 09/12 4EB
Fall 2016
9:30am
9:30am
9:30am
159 428 4502 09/14 4EB
159 428 4503 09/16 4EB
Total Body Conditioning-Senior (60 yrs.+)
For active seniors who want to add variety to their exercise program. Get the results of a personal training
session in a group setting. Improve agility, balance and
coordination, while increasing muscular endurance
and strength.
4EB
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
Code
Begin $
ProvREC
ProvREC
SoRunREC
SoRunREC
159 428 2001
159 428 2002
167 428 2001
167 428 2002
09/14
09/14
09/13
09/15
W
W
T
Th
12pm
12pm
1:30pm
1:30pm
4EB
4EB
4EB
4EB
11--55 minute lessons--$123
Location DayTime
Code
OakMarREC W
M
ProvREC
142 425 2301 09/14 4EB
159 425 2301 09/12 4EB
12pm
8pm
Begin $
Weight Training - Senior (60 yrs.+)
Learn safe, effective and proper techniques for using
weight-training equipment to increase strength and
improve health and fitness.
Location DayTime
SoRunREC
SpHillREC
LeeREC
M
W
M
Code
Begin $
3pm
167 429 1001 09/12 4EX
11am
175 429 1001 09/14 4EX
12:30pm 456 429 1001 09/19 4EX
Weight Training-Senior II (60 yrs.+)
Gain more confidence using free weights, benches
and cables as you build upon the skills learned and
practiced in the previous introductory weight-training
class. New skills include compound exercises that are
slightly more challenging and complex, and the class
progresses by adding appropriate variety and intensity
with modifications to safely maintain lean muscle
mass, bone density and flexible strength.
4EX 11--55 minute lessons--$154
11--55 minute lessons--$123
M
W
F
4EB
4EX 11--55 minute lessons--$154
Location DayTime
T
T
T/Th
W
ProvREC
ProvREC
A low-intensity, high-energy dance fitness class for
older adults who are true beginners. Features the
same great Latin styles of music and dance as Zumba
but at a slower pace. This is a safe, easy way to do a
great total body workout. Dance your way to fitness
and fun.
Begin $
Location DayTime
Code
SpHillREC
175 426 6001 09/16 4EX
F
10am
Begin $
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