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Discover Greensboro is your guide to all things Greensboro Parks and Recreation!

FALL 2024

YOUR GUIDE TO GREENSBORO PARKS AND RECREATION Discover GREENSBORO

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Discover GREENSBORO Discover Greensboro is your guide to all things Greensboro Parks and Recreation! The guide is published three times a year, January-May, June-August, and September-December. Discover Greensboro is available in print and online at www.gsoparksandrec.com. You can fnd a complete listing of all our facilities including, but not limited to, recreation centers, athletic felds, trails, neighborhood parks, and more on our website.

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Greensboro Parks and Recreation believes in the value of inclusive recreation opportunities for all residents regardless of their ability. The department makes every efort to ensure inclusive opportunities in all program services including parks, facilities, programs, special events, and classes. For questions about Inclusion Support Services, please contact 336-373-2626 or air@greensboro-nc.gov.

Donations can be made to the Greensboro Parks Foundation. For more information, please contact 336-373-2560.

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Contents Welcome ................................................................ 2 Active Adult Programs......................................... 5 Adaptive & Inclusive Programs........................... 9 Youth Programs................................................... 11 Outdoor Adventure..............................................15 Clubs & Classes....................................................17 Sports Programs................................................. 22 Feature: Greenboro Parks Foundation Open ... 23 Feature: Women Belong in Sports ................... 24 Special Events..................................................... 25 Outdoor Facilities...............................................29 Indoor Facilities...................................................31 Trails.................................................................... 33

Center City Park

Peeler: •Tuesdays & Thursdays | 10:30 am Smith: • Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, & Saturdays | 9:15 am • Mondays & Wednesdays | 5:30 pm Trotter: • Mondays, Fridays, & Saturdays | 10:30 am • Wednesdays | 11:15 am 336-373-7564 BOOTCAMP FREE This 30-minute class has intervals of cardio and strength training for a total body workout. Smith Active Adult Center Mondays & Wednesdays | 5:30 pm 336-373-7564 BOOKED FOR LUNCH BOOK CLUB FREE Read a book, grab your lunch, and get ready to discuss! The 2024-25 season begins September 13.

week for competitive games of Bid Whist and Pinochle. Xperience @ Caldcleugh Tuesdays | 9 am to 1 pm FREE Gentle yoga practiced in a chair. Smith and Trotter Active Adult Centers Smith: • Tuesdays | 10:30-11:15 am Trotter: • Mondays | 12:30-1:15 pm • Thursdays | 11:30 am to 12:15 pm FREE Join Swann Chess Club Coordinator Carlton Cunningham and exercise your mind. Trotter Active Adult Center 2nd & 4th Tuesdays | 5:30-7:30 pm 336-373-2927 CRAFT 'N CHAT $ Get crafty with us and take home something each week! Grifn Recreation Center August 22, 29, September 5, 12, 19 | 11:30 am to 12:30 pm 336-373-2928 FULL BODY AND STRENGTH CLASS FREE This 30-minute class will help increase muscular strength to improve range of motion and balance using weights and rubber tubing for resistance. 336-373-5881 CHAIR YOGA 336-373-7564 CHESS CLUB Smith Active Adult Center Tuesdays | 5:30-6 pm 336-373-7564 GAMES GALORE $ Play some of your favorite tabletop games and meet new people. Grifn Recreation Center Wednesdays | 10 am to 12 noon 336-373-2928

ACTIVE ADULTS Programs

50+ HIKING CLUB $ The 50+ Hiking Club hikes each Wednesday morning from September to June at locations throughout Greensboro and surrounding areas. New and returning members must qualify for membership each September by walking around the pond in Country Park twice (3.2 miles) in under 70 minutes. Qualifying for 2024-25 is Wednesday, Septemebr 4, 10 am. An annual membership fee of $10 is due at qualifying. FREE “Add Health to Our Years” with these low impact aerobics classes. Brown, Glenwood, Grifn, Leonard, Lewis, and Peeler Recreation Centers; Smith and Trotter Active Adult Centers Brown: • Tuesdays & Thursdays | 9:15 am Glenwood: • Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays | 10:30 am Grifn: • Tuesdays & Thursdays | 10:30 am Leonard: • Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays | 10:30 am Lewis: • Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays | 9:15 am Country Park Shelter 4 Wednesdays | 10 am 336-373-7564 AHOY EXERCISE CLASSES

Smith Active Adult Center 2nd Friday | 12 noon 336-373-7564 BRIDGE

FREE

Join our Bridge group each Wednesday for fun and competition. Lewis Recreation Center Wednesdays | 12 noon to 4:30 pm 336-373-3330 CARDS & GAMES FREE Drop in to play some of your favorite

card and board games. Trotter Active Adult Center 3rd Thursday | 2-4 pm 336-373-2927 CARING & SHARING CLUB

FREE

Looking for some friendly card playing competition? Join us each

Programs for adults 50 years old and better. More info: www.greensboro-nc.gov/ActiveAdults or 336-373-7564 5

Craft Recreation Center Mondays-Fridays | 9 am to 1 pm 336-373-2922 SAIL BALANCE CLASS FREE Staying Active and Independent for Life class will increase strength and balance and help reduce the chance of falling. Virtual via Zoom Mondays & Wednesdays | 9:15 10 am In partnership with nonproft Organization to Provide Equal Access to Technology, we ofer technology classes for adults who do not have access to a computer and need help with basic computer and internet skills. Trotter Active Adult Center 336-373-7564 SILVER TECH $$$ Thursdays | 10 am to 12 noon Saturdays | 10 am to 12 noon 336-373-2927 TAI CHI FOR ARTHRITIS & FALL PREVENTION FREE This class ofers arthritis relief, fall prevention, and better balance through slow, gentle movement. Smith and Trotter Active Adult Centers Smith: • Mondays & Tuesdays | 12:30 1:15 pm Trotter: • Thursdays | 12:30-1:15 pm 336-373-7564 TAIROGA FREE Ofers a Tai Chi warm-up, moderate aerobics, and yoga cool-down. Smith and Trotter Active Adult Centers Trotter: • Tuesdays | 5:30-6:30 pm (Ages 18+) • Wednesdays | 9:30-10:15 am

HULA HOOPING FREE This fun class incorporates dance and fuid movements to strengthen your core and back. Trotter Active Adult Center Saturdays | 11:30 am to 12:30 pm FREE Exercise and learn all of the latest line dances. Trotter Active Adult Center Trotter: • Wednesdays | 1:30-2:15 pm • Thursdays | 1:30-2:15 pm • Fridays | 12:30-1:15 pm 336-373-2927 PILATES FREE Help improve your overall strength, stability, and fexibility. Smith and Trotter Active Adult Centers Smith: • Mondays | 11:30 am to 12:15 pm • Tuesdays | 6:15-7 pm (Ages 18+) • Thursdays | 11:30 am to 12:15 pm • Fridays | 4:30-5:15 pm Trotter: • Wednesdays | 4:30-5:15 pm • Thursdays | 5:30-6:15 pm 336-373-7564 FREE Calling all seasoned cooks! Come share your favorite homemade dishes and recipes all while learning some new ones. Warnersville Recreation Center Thursdays | 10 am to 12 noon 336-373-5871 SENIOR WALKING FREE Come walk with us! This program focuses on improving active adults' cardio, bone, and immune health all while moving and meeting new people. 336-373-2927 LINE DANCING SENIOR RECIPE SHARING CLUB

Smith: • Thursdays | 5:30-6:30 pm (Ages 18+) 336-373-7564 TOPS (TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY) FREE Tools and programs for healthy living and weight management with group fellowship and recognition. Lindley Recreation Center and Vance Chavis Library Lindley: • Tuesdays | 6-7:15 pm Vance Chavis: • Tuesdays | 4-6 pm 336-373-2558 YOGA ON THE MAT FREE Performed on a mat on the foor and uses mindfulness in stretches and postures to improve range of motion, balance, and your overall health. Smith and Trotter Active Adult Centers Trotter: • Mondays | 11:30 am to 12:15 pm • Tuesdays | 4:30-5:15 pm • Wednesdays | 10:30-11:15 am • Thursdays | 10:30 am to 12:15 pm Smith: • Mondays & Wednesdays | 6:15-7 pm (Ages 18+) • Tuesdays | 11:30 am to 12:15 pm • Wednesdays | 12:45-1:30 pm (Gentle Yoga) • Thursdays | 4:30-5:15 pm • Fridays | 6-6:45 pm (Ages 18+) 336-373-7564

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ACTIVE ADULTS Programs

Aqua Fit Smith Active Adult Center

Drop-In Programs & Aquatics

WATER ARTHRITIS

- are not quite ready for an ad vanced class. You will be doing exercises in the shallow end of the pool, sometimes using aqua equipment. Mondays & Wednesdays | 10:15 11 am AQUA TURBO $$$ This water aerobics class is for those who are experienced working out in the water and are looking for a higher intensity workout. It ofers the option of doing exercises in the deep end of the pool. Tuesdays & Thursdays | 9-9:45 am AQUA BEGINNER $$$ This water aerobics class is for those who are new to working out in the water. You will be doing beginner exercises in the shallow end of the pool for a full-body workout. Tuesdays & Thursdays | 10 10:45 am

$$$ CLASS Smith Active Adult Center Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays | 9-9:45 am Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays | 11:15 am to 12 noon AQUA FIT This water aerobics class is for those who are looking for a high intensity workout in either the shallow or deep end of the pool. Smith Active Adult Center Tuesdays & Thursdays I 5:45 6:30 pm Saturday | 9:15-10 am Level 1 | Mondays | 5-5:45 pm Level 2 | Mondays | 6-6:45 pm Level 1 | Saturdays | 10:15-11 am Level 1 | Saturdays | 11:15 am to 12 noon AQUA BASIC $$$ This water aerobics class is for those who are not beginners, but $$-$$$ $$ LEARN TO SWIM Smith Active Adult Center

Active Swim Fee: $30 for 30 visits

Purchase a 30-visit swim pass in person at Smith Active Adult Center or online. Pass expires one year from the date of purchase.

Adventure IS AT YOUR FINGERTIPS! Thrill seekers rejoice! Greensboro, High Point, and Guilford County are making it easy for you to fnd outdoor fun with the Piedmont Discovery mobile phone app. The free app for Android or Apple devices covers all public facilities owned by Gibsonville, Greensboro, Guilford County, High Point, Jamestown, Oak Ridge, Pleasant Garden, Stokesdale, and Summerfeld, North Carolina. The app lets you explore destinations near you, sort trail information by type of terrain and level of difculty, and get directions and links for additional information. You can use it to fnd unique park amenities, like cricket felds or campgrounds, at locations countywide. Download it now at: www.piedmontdiscoveryapp.com

4th Tuesdays | August-November | 11 am to 1 pm CAST TOURNAMENT $$ Play tennis with adaptive standing tennis players from around the world! For those new to the game or who already play. Pinetop Sports Club All Ages | October 4-6 | 9 am to 5 pm CAST YOUTH TENNIS CLINIC FREE CAST (Carolinas Adaptive Standing Tennis), GRETA (Guilford Regional Tennis Association), Pinetop Sports Club, and Greensboro Parks and Recreation host a clinic that teaches youth with physical disabilities how to use adaptive techniques to compete and learn the sport of tennis. Pinetop Sports Club Ages 5-17 | October 4 | 5:30 pm CHAIR FITNESS WITH SOCIAL HOUR FREE Gentle form of yoga is practiced in a chair. Smith Active Adult Center 18+ | September 12 to November 14 | 10-11:30 am CHALLENGER FOOTBALL & CHEERLEADING FREE Challenger Flag Football’s purpose is to give children and young adults with disabilities an opportunity to participate in a fag football league and join a cheerleading team. All of this is done in a safe, structured, and team environment. Bryan Park 10+ | September-October | 6-7:30 pm COMMUNITY DAY TRIPS FREE-$ Who doesn’t like to take an adventure? We will go throughout the community to explore new places and socialize with peers. Fees

ADAPTIVE & INCLUSIVE Programs

PGA Hope Golf Program

Programs for individuals with disabilities. More info: www.greensboro-nc.gov/AIR or 336-373-2626

ADAPTIVE MOUNTAIN BIKE DEMO FREE Keeley Parks new hand cycles are perfect for those with physical limitations/disabilities. Helmets will be available, and modifcations will be made as needed. Meet staf members at the Garden Shelter and they will escort you to the demo location. Keeley Park All Ages | August 14 | 10 am to 12 noon ADAPTIVE PADDLING EXPERIENCE $ Join our friends from Get Outdoors Pedal & Paddle this fall to learn adaptive kayaking techinques and feel more independent on the water.

Lake Higgins 12+ | August 14 | 5:30 pm | September 21 | 10:30 am ADAPTIVE TENNIS

FREE

GRETA has partnered with Greensboro Parks and Recreation, High Point Parks and Recreation, and Kernersville Parks and Recreation to help grow the sport of tennis for wheelchair and standing adaptive players in our community. Our mission is to expose individuals with all levels of physical disability to the sport of tennis. Deep River Recreation Center Tennis Courts All Ages Ages 5-17 | 2nd Saturdays and 2nd & 9

INCLUSION SERVICES Please note all programs ofered by Greensboro Parks and Recreation can ofer adaptations for individuals who need accomodations. Make sure to request inclusion services when you register so the department can better serve you. Requests should be made when you register for a program, camp, or event and at least two weeks in advance of its start. This will allow us enough time to develop modifcations and identify appropriate staf to have in place. Please note we do not provide one on-one services. Contact our Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation section at 336-373-2626 or via email at AIR@greensboro-nc. gov for additional questions.

include transportation. Various Locations All ages | Thursdays FALL DANCE FREE Put on your dancing shoes and join your friends for the annual fall dance! Lindley Recreation Center $ A weekly program for enjoying bowling while socializing and meeting new friends in a fun and friendly environment. All Ages | Fridays | September 13 to November 15 | 10-11:30 am PGA HOPE FREE A free golf program for all military veterans that provides golf instruction taught by local PGA professionals. All abilities welcome 13+ | October 22 | 6-8 pm FRIDAY BOWLING WITH SOCIAL HOUR

and encouraged. Gillespie Golf Course 18+ | Fridays | August 30 to October 25 | 1-3 pm SATURDAY BOWLING $ A weekly program for participants to bowl and socialize. Each participant has the opportunity to bowl two games. Adaptive equipment is available if needed. Triad Lanes All Ages | September 14, October 26, November 16 | 9:30-11 am TUESDAY BOWLING $ A weekly program for participants to bowl and socialize. Each participant has the opportunity to bowl two games. Adaptive equipment is available if needed. Triad Lanes 18+ | Tuesdays | 10-11:30 am

Challenger Football and Cheerleading

FIRST FRIDAY STORYTIMES FREE Young children will enjoy engaging books, cheerful songs, and playful movement with the Greensboro Public Library. Then stay and play at Woven Works Park's accessible playground features! First 15 families can receive a free book, courtesy of Ready for School, Ready for Life and The Basics Guilford. Downtown Greenway, Woven Works Parks Ages 0-6 | September 6, October 4 | 10-11 am 336-373-5826 GAME CHANGERS FREE Sharpen your skills during basketball clinic hours led by coaches and staf. Leonard Recreation Center Ages 5-17 | Tuesdays & Wednesdays FREE Enjoy video games, table tennis, arcade and board games with friends new and old. Peeler Recreation Center Ages 5-17 | Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays | 4-7 pm 336-373-5877 GEOCACHING 101 FREE Do you enjoy adventure and exploring outside? Come learn a new hobby that’s fun for all ages and a great way to get outdoors: Geocaching. We’ll teach you the basics and show you how to fnd caches locally – and all around the world! Downtown Greenway, Woven Works Parks Ages 5+ | September 4 | 5:30 6:30 pm 336-373-5826 GIRLS TO LADIES MENTORSHIP FREE An opportunity where teenage girls can come and express themselves | 6:30-8:30 pm 336-297-4889 GAMEZONE YOUTH

while gaining tools to help empower one another. Xperience @ Caldcleigh Ages 14-18 | Tuesdays | 6-8 pm FREE Join our new Girl Scout troop and go on adventures, learn life-changing skills, and make new friends! Peeler Recreation Center Ages 5-18 | Saturdays, bi-weekly | 10 am to 12 noon 336-373-5877 FREE Workshops are free and open to all high school and teen home school students in Guilford County. Past topics included managing stress, gardening, persuasive public speaking, and problem solving. Visit www.greensboro-nc.gov/gyc Various Locations Ages 13-17 | August 20, September 17, October 15, November 19, December 17 | 6-7:15 pm 336-373-2734 GUILFORD COUNTY TOP TEENS OF AMERICA FREE Teens are taught mission ownership, mental toughness, empowerment, networking, teamwork, unity, and mentoring to lead to a productive citizen. Grifn Recreation Center Ages 13-19 | 2nd Sundays | 2-5 pm 336-373-2928 HOLIDAY BOP 'N PAINT FREE A guided art class for kids to paint, snack, and listen to music to catch the holiday spirit! No art experience required. Lindley Recreation Center Ages 6-12 | October 4, November 8, December 6 | 6-7:30 pm 336-373-2930 336-373-5881 GIRL SCOUTS GREENSBORO YOUTH COUNCIL INSTITUTE WORKSHOPS

YOUTH Programs

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM $$ Program provides parents and guardians an afordable, fun, and educational opportunity for childcare during the school year. Recreation Centers Registration begins August 5 | Ages 5-12 | Mondays-Fridays | 2-6 pm 336-373-2558 DELTA H FENCING $ Class teaches youth and adults the sport of fencing. Participants learn how to fence in preparation for tournaments and personal non competitive recreation. Glenwood Recreation Center 10+ | Mondays & Fridays | 6:30-9 pm 336-373-2929 FAMILY ART NIGHT FREE With our friends from Art Alliance of Greensboro, join us for fun and creative art projects for all ages. Hands-on projects and demos will be led by Art Alliance instructors. Xperience @ Caldcleugh All Ages | September 12, October 18, November 15, December 13 | 5:30 7:30 pm 336-373-5881 FAMILY OPEN GYM FREE Come hoop with us! Grab your family and friends for a pickup basketball, volleyball, or small-sided soccer game. Grifn Recreation Center All Ages | Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays | 6:30-8:30 pm 336-373-2928

Programs for children and teens. Registration may be required. For more info visit www.gsoparksandrec.com

Glenwood Skate Spot

Ages 13-16 | Last Saturday | 12 noon 336-373-2929 LEGO BUILDERS CLUB FREE Come join the coolest club in town, LEGO Builders Club! This is an opportunity for creativity, design, and team building while having fun with LEGOs. Participants are welcome to bring their own or utilize supplies provided. Xperience @ Caldcleugh Ages 6-14 | 1st and 3rd Saturdays | 10 am to 12 noon 336-373-5881 MENTORING MILLENNIALS FREE This program provides millennials guidance, and will help boost self confdence, increase self awareness, teach self-refection, and improve communication skills. Warnersville Recreation Center Ages 10-18 | August 9, September 20 | 7-8 pm 336-373-5871

Peeler Recreation Center Ages 6-14 | Wednesdays | 6-8 pm 336-373-5877 KIDS NIGHT OUT $$ Have we got a fun Friday night planned for your kids! Drop them of for an evening of games, crafts, dinner, and a movie. Registration required. Grifn Recreation Center Ages 5-12 | August 30, September 27, October 25, November 29, December 27 | 6-9 pm 336-373-2928 LADYBUGS FREE Get ready to tumble and dance the night away in this high energy class. Lewis Recreation Center Ages 4-14 | Fridays | 6:30-8 pm 336-373-3330 LEGACY OF HOPE FREE A safe space for young women to fnd resources help prevent succumbing to gang and criminal activity, delinquency in school, and low self-esteem. Glenwood Recreation Center

JUGAR Y CANTAR GRATIS Un grupo de juego para niños de habla hispana y sus cuidadores para crear una comunidad donde la cultura se pueda celebrar a través de canciones, historias y juegos. Lindley Recreation Center Ages 0-4 | Septiembre - Junio | 10 am a 12 mediodia 336-373-2930 JUMPING DREAMS DOUBLE DUTCH TEAM FREE Jumping Dreams engages young boys and girls in competitive double dutch training. As a member of the JDDL, a nationwide organization, the team will have opportunities to travel and compete locally and regionally. Peeler Recreation Center Ages 3-18 | Saturdays | 10 am to 12 noon 336-373-5877 KNIGHTS OF NOBILITY MENTORING PROGRAM FREE The Knights of Nobility work to train high school and college-aged mentors to work with elementary and middle school students.

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SANTA'S WORKSHOP TOY DRIVE Greensboro Youth Council will collect new and gently used toys to give to families in need during the holiday season. Toy donation sites are libraries, recreation centers, and local businesses. Monetary donations are accepted as well as toys from our Amazon wishlist. Various Locations November 13 to December 8 336-373-2734 SKATEBOARD LESSONS FREE This beginner program teaches participants the fundamentals of skateboarding. Glenwood Recreation Center Ages 5-17 | Tuesdays & Thursdays | 5:30 pm 336-373-2929 STUDENT IMPROVEMENT AWARDS FREE This monthly award is designed to recognize middle and high school students who have worked hard to change their lives personally or academically. Nominations accepted each month through April 2025. 336-373-2734 TOTAL TOTS PLAY HOUR FREE Need to burn some toddler energy? Come by and let them run, play, and make new friends during this active hour of guided play for toddlers and their guardians. This fun-flled hour will have activities ranging from sensory play to quick crafts to games. There will be something for all activity levels. Leonard Recreation Center Ages 0-4 | Saturdays | 10-11 am 336-297-4889 VOLLEYBALL OPEN GYM FREE Volleyball open gym is available for

youth and teens of all abilities. Grifn Recreation Center All Ages • Saturdays | 2-4:30 pm • Sundays | 1:30-4:30 pm

YOUTH Programs

336-373-2928 W.I.S.E. GIRLS

$$$ Develop a greater understanding of engineering, project management, technology design, and applied sciences, as well as discover various career options in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics, where women are often the minority. Xperience @ Caldcleugh Grades 6-8 | 1st & 3rd Wednesdays | 5:30-7 pm 336-373-5881 WE DANZ $$ WeDanz is a youth dance organization specializing in the styles of hip hop, majorette, jazz, pop, pom, and more. Your child will not only learn the latest cutting edge dances, they will also learn dance techniques taught in studios all over the world. Glenwood Recreation Center Ages 4-18 | Mondays & Tuesdays | 6:15-8 pm 336-373-2929 YOUTH LEADERSHIP GREENSBORO $$$ Youth Leadership Greensboro is designed for high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors who want develop leadership skills to make a diference in their community. Program is organized by teens who have graduated from the program. A limited number of participants are selected through the application process. Barber Park Event Center Ages 14-18 | Applications due September 20

Continued from page 12 MESS MAKERS FREE It's messy being a toddler! Come join the fun in a space that's made to be messed up! Bring your toddler out to meet new friends and socialize. Best part as a parent is - you won't have to clean up afterwards! Leonard Recreation Center Ages 2-5 | Saturdays | 11:30 am to 12:30 pm 336-297-4889 NEW KIDS VOLLEYBALL, INC. FREE We provide support and education for positive reinforcement to youth girls struggling with physical, mental, and emotional health using proven strategies and evidenced based programming along with the sport of volleyball. Glenwood Recreation Center Ages 4-18 | Tuesdays | 6:30-8:30 pm 336-373-2929 PARADE & DRILL FREE Want to be part of the JROTC? Learn skills through training each week and homework help if needed. Peeler Recreation Center Ages 12-18 | Thursdays | 6-8 pm 336-373-5877 PROJECT SUCCESS FREE Calling all middle school girls! Join us for a variety of activities and discuss topics such as self-esteem, health and wellness, and more! Warnersville Recreation Center Ages 6-14 | Thursdays | 6-7:30 pm 336-373-5871

Yourth Skate Night @ the Rec

YOUTH Programs

www.greensboro-nc.gov/YLG 336-373-2734 YOUTH BASKETBALL CLINIC FREE Enhance basketball skill sets and learn new techniques and strategies in preparation for basketball season. Ages 5-12 | 6-7:30 pm • Brown | September 25, 27

• Windsor | October 2, 4 • Peeler | October 9, 11 • Lindley | October 16, 18 • Grifn | October 23, 25 336-373-2558 YOUTH LIFE SKILLS PROGRAM

FREE A free youth development program highlighting physical activity, artistic abilities, interactive discussion,

GREENSBORO MOUNTAIN BIKING EXPERIENCE FREE Beginner and intermediate mountain biking instruction for children and adults includes how to identify the appropriate size bike and learn to ride on primitive trails. Need a bike? No problem, we will provide one. Lake Higgins All Ages | September 10, 14, 19, 28, October 5, 17, 26, November 16 | A lawn game played using horseshoes and two throwing targets set in a lawn. Outdoor horseshoe pits available for play dawn until dusk. Smith Community Park All Ages NIGHT PADDLES $ Come out and enjoy the lake by moonlight. Bring your own boat or Various Times 336-373-2481 HORSESHOES FREE

BOCCE BALL FREE Bocce, also know as Italian lawn bowling, is one of the most widely played games in the word. Smith Community Park All Ages FISHING $ Come cast a line! Fish species vary by location. Everyone over the age of 16 needs a NC State fshing license. Lake Brandt, Lake Higgins, Lake Townsend, Country Park, Hester Park, Keeley Park All Ages GOLFING $$ Schedule your tee time to play 9- or 18-holes or practice your shot on the driving range. Play is open to all levels. Gillespie Golf Course All Ages | 8:30 am to 5 pm 336-373-5850

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE Activities $$ Year-long tournament at Greensboro Lakes. The monthly winner receives a Big Bass Battle T-shirt and entry into the championship fsh-of. Sponsored by Fisherman's Cove. Lake Higgins, Lake Brandt, Lake Townsend $ Come experience our City lakes from the water! Rent kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, and sailboats. Lake Brandt, Lake Higgins, Lake Townsend Ages 9+ | May-October BIG BASS BATTLE 16+ | Ongoing 336-373-3739 BOAT RENTALS

Greensboro Mountain Bike Experience

Country Park Trails Day

rent one of ours. Reservations are required for all individuals. Lake Higgins, Lake Brandt, Lake Townsend Ages 13+ | Various Dates | 8-10 pm OUTDOOR VOLLEYBALL FREE Just like indoor volleyball, the objective of the game is to send the ball over the net and to ground on the opponent’s side of the court. Lewis Recreation Center All ages PETANQUE FREE One of Europe's most popular outdoor games is the cousin of bocce. Players must provide their own equipment. Tanger Family Bicentennial Garden All Ages PICKLEBALL OPEN PLAY FREE Open play pickleball facilities are available and open to the public on a frst-come, frst-served basis. Smith Community Park and Lake Daniel Park All Ages SAND VOLLEYBALL FREE Just like indoor volleyball, the objective of the game is to send the ball over the net and to ground on the opponent’s side of the court. Hester Park and Lake Daniel Park All Ages

Start Smart FREE Come drop in on your skateboard, bike, inline skates, or scooter. Latham Skate Park and Glenwood Skate Spot All Ages SPEED FRIENDING FREE SKATE PARKS

Various Locations All Ages TRAILS & GREENWAYS FREE Get outside on our over 100 miles of trails and greenways including garden paths, mountain bike trails, paved greenways, and watershed trails. Various locations All Ages TUESDAYS AT THE TRAILHEAD FREE Free drop-in ftness classes in partnership with the Greensboro YMCA. Enjoy a diferent class and instructor each week. All ftness abilities welcome! Downtown Greenway, Morehead Park Trailhead All Ages | Tuesdays through September 24 | 6-7 pm 336-373-5826 YOGA, MIND, & BODY CLASSES FREE This 8-week session of drop-in mind and body classes for all skill levels is in partnership with the YMCA of Greensboro. Country Park All Ages | Thursdays, August 29 to October 17 | 6-7 pm 336-373-2964

Join our speed friending event for a casual and fun way to expand your social circle! Designed to spark creative conversations and to reduce the anxiety of talking with strangers to show that good conversations and possible friendships are just a simple "hey" and question away. Downtown Greenway, LoFi Park Ages 21+ | September 20, November 8 | 5:30-7:30 pm 336-373-5826 TAKE IT TO THE TRAILS FREE Learn from a local outdoor expert on considerations needed to transition from urban outdoor adventures to those outside the city on more rural trails and the process of planning your own trip! Downtown Greenway, Woven Works Park Ages 10+ | October 16 | 5:30-6:30 pm 336-373-5826 TENNIS OPEN PLAY FREE Open play tennis facilities are available and open to the public on a frst-come, frst served basis.

club practices and plays competitive badminton. Leonard Recreation Center All Ages | Mondays & Fridays | 6:30 9:45 pm 336-297-4889 BID WHIST CLUB FREE It is a trick-taking two-player whist game that you can play with joker plus trump. Bid whist is the ultimate competitive card game. Craft and Glenwood Recreation Centers and Xperience @ Caldcleugh 50+ • Glenwood | | Wednesdays | 6-8 pm 336-373-2929 • Craft | 50+ | Fridays | 6-9 pm 336-373-2922 •Caldcleugh | Saturdays | 10 am to 2 pm 336-373-5881 BLIND AUDIO DARTS FREE Blind Audio Darts serves the blind community. The event competitively uses “Audio Darts” a variation of soft tipped darts in which the visually impaired toss to the dart board. Glenwood Recreation Center 18+ | Fridays | 6-8 pm 336-373-2929 BOXING $ Always wanted to learn more about boxing? Membership is available for training for individuals 12 and older. No boxing experience is needed. Coach Al Lowe Boxing Club, Lindley Recreation Center 12+ | Mondays-Thursdays | 2-9 pm 336-373-2931 CANVAS PAINTING CLASS FREE For painters of all levels, each participant will receive a canvas pre-drawn with a beautiful template, providing a perfect guide for painting. Local artist, Darlene McClinton, will take you step-by step through the process, helping

Coach Al Lowe Boxing Club

CLUBS & CLASSES Activities

Greensboro ofers a wide range of specialty programs, unique classes, and hobby groups at recreation and active adult centers.

40+ DOUBLE DUTCH CLUB FREE The 40+ Double Dutch Club for women promotes fun, ftness, and friendship. Tone up and burn calories by jumping, hula hooping, and hopscotch. Craft Recreation Center 40+ | Saturdays | 1-2:30 pm 336-373-2922 AARP CHAPTER 354 FREE Local Chapter 354 is a membership of seniors meeting once a month to discuss community, city, and state legislative issues relative to their community’s needs. Glenwood Recreation Center Ages 50+ | 3rd & Last Tuesdays | 10 am 336-373-2929 ALL ABOUT TEA FREE This immersive experience brings together local tea vendors and enthusiasts to showcase a wide variety of teas and herbal infusions. Join us for a casual tea party! Downtown Greenway, Meeting Place All Ages | November 23 | 10 am to 12 noon 336-373-5826

AIRPLANE FLYERS FREE Come out and fy your RC planes and drones with us. Learn new tricks and trends and meet new friends. Lewis Recreation Center All ages | Wednesdays | 6:30-9 pm 336-373-3330 ALMOND CONNECTION FREE Provides access to services for indvidiuals with a criminal background to help them become self sufcient and lift the stimga of living with a criminal background. Glenwood Recreation Center 18+ | Saturdays | 9 am to 5 pm 336-373-2929 AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF INDIVIDUAL INVESTORS FREE Want to learn about various investment opportunities to help meet your fnancial and retirement goals? This just might be the group for you. Grifn Recreation Center 50+ | 3rd Saturday | 10 am to 12 noon 336-373-2928 BADMINTON CLUB FREE This membership-based badminton

connections. Tickets will be available to pre-order meals from local restaurants or reserve seats and pack your own picnic! Downtown Greenway All Ages | October 13 | 4-6 pm 336-373-5826 DOWNTOWN GREENWAY RUN & WALK CLUB FREE Join us every Thursday evening for a casual, social run or walk. The group typically covers 2-4 miles. All ftness abilities welcome. Downtown Greenway, LoFi Park All Ages | Thursdays | 6-7 pm 336-373-5826 DOWNTOWN GREENWAY WALKING TOURS FREE Enjoy a guided walking tour of the 4-mile multi-use urban loop. Connect with our local history, nature, public art, and more! Downtown Greenway, LoFi Park All Ages | September 7, October 12, November 16, December 14 | 9 am to 12 noon 336-373-5826 DURAFL COMMUNITY WATCH FREE A community watch group that meets to discuss community programs, issues, group policies, and safety measures. Glenwood Recreation Center 18+ | 2nd Monday | 7-8 pm FALL INTO FITNESS FREE Join us for FREE outdoor ftness classes on the Downtown Greenway, in partnership with the YMCA of Greensboro! Drop-in at 6 pm on Tuesday evenings in October - locations vary each week. All ages and ftness abilities are welcome. Downtown Greenway All Ages | Tuesdays | 6-7 pm 336-373-5826

Giving new learners of the game a better understanding of how the game operates and a place for experienced players to improve. Craft Recreation Center All Ages | Mondays | 7-9 pm

you bring your unique vision to life. By the end of the class, you'll have a personalized masterpiece to take home! Downtown Greenway, Morehead Park Ages 8+ | October 6 | 1-3 pm 336-373-5826 CAROLINA NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY FREE Learn more about the technical side of photography and exploring nature through the lens of a camera. Grifn Recreation Center 18+ | 2nd Monday | 6:30-8:30 pm 336-373-2928 CHINESE FOLK & CLASSICAL DANCE FREE These classes prepare dancers for Chinese candle dancing ceremonies and festivals. Glenwood Recreation Center 18+ | Wednesdays | 6-9 pm 336-373-2929 COIN CLUB FREE This club serves as an organized tool to promote friendly relations among collectors new to coin collecting or collecting for years. Free appraisals of fair market prices can be obtained. Lewis Recreation Center All Ages | 1st Tuesday | 7-9 pm 336-373-3330 COLORING THERAPY FREE Connect with nature, reset your mind, and bring out your inner artist! Elevate your coloring game with guided instruction by local artist, Darlene McClinton, who will share introductory techniques on blending, shading, color-mixing, and more - with crayons, colored pencils, and pastels. Downtown Greenway, Morehead Park All Ages | September 15 | 1-3 pm 336-373-5826 CORNHOLE FREE Cornhole for all ages and abilities.

336-373-2922 COUCH TO 5K TRAINING PROGRAM

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Join the YMCA of Greensboro and their ACE Certifed Personal Instructors 5K prep class! Sessions include interval training, strength exercises, and more! The class includes two free Fit 3D scans and a discounted rate of the 15th Annual Downtown Greenway Run & Block Party on September 28. Bryan YMCA and Downtown Greenway Ages 10+ | Saturdays, August 17 to September 21 | 8:30-9:15 am $ Discover the joy of movement while reaping the health benefts of exercise through dance. Grifn Recreation Center 18+ | Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays | 6 pm 336-373-2928 DELTA H FENCING $ Class teaches youth and adults the sport of fencing. Participants learn how to fence in preparation for tournaments and personal non competitive recreation. Glenwood Recreation Center 10+ | Mondays & Fridays | 6:30-8:30 pm 336-373-2929 DOWNTOWN GREENWAY COMMUNITY PICNIC FREE-$ The 3rd Annual Downtown Greenway Community Picnic is back! Bring your friends and family out to enjoy some fresh air, delicious food, live entertainment, and community 18 ymcagreensboro.org DANCEFUNKXION FITNESS

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indoor cricket on Tuesday evenings. Grifn Recreation Center All Ages | Tuesdays | 6:30-9 pm 336-373-2928 INDOOR DEK HOCKEY FREE Indoor hockey in the gymnasium utilizing hockey goals and sticks and pucks for game play. Craft Recreation Center Ages 16+ | Mondays | 7-9 pm FREE Join us in the ivy garden at Brown Recreation Center to socialize and make mocktails using fresh herbs and other ingredients from the garden. Brown Recreation Center All Ages | September 20 | 6-7:30 pm 336-373-2920 KARATE $$-$$$ Karate is an excellent way for children and adults to learn self discipline, increase self awareness, 336-373-2922 IVY GARDEN MOCKTAIL PARTY

and build self-esteem. Brown, Lewis, and Lindley Recreation Centers All Ages • Brown | Mondays 7 pm | Saturdays 10 am • Lewis | Thursdays & Saturdays | 7-9 pm • Lindley | Mondays & Wednesdays | 5-6 pm FREE Ladies, grab your friends and join us for drop in play and pick-up games of basketball. All skill levels are welcome. 336-373-2558 LADIES NIGHT OPEN GYM

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FAMILY ART NIGHT FREE With our friends from Art Alliance of Greensboro, join us for fun and creative art projects for all ages. Hands-on projects and demos will be led by Art Alliance instructors. Xperience @ Caldcleugh All Ages | August 14, 21, September 18, October 16, November 20, December 18 | 5:30-7:30 pm 336-373-5881 GAMES GALORE FREE Play some of your favorite tabletop games and meet new people. Grifn Recreation Center Wedesdays | 10 am to 12 noon 336-373-2928 GOAT YOGA $$ The Downtown Greenway is partnering with Unite Us Yoga for an all-levels yoga class, while friendly goats mix and mingle with the group! Downtown Greenway All Ages | October 5 | 10-11 am FREE We welcome anyone and everyone, all ages, to come gather regularly to play and study chess on a social and competitive level. Lewis Recreation Center All Ages | Wednesdays | 7-9 pm 336-373-3330 INDOOR CRICKET LEAGUE FREE Come play cricket with us! All ages and skill levels are invited to play 336-373-5826 GREENSBORO CHESS CLUB

Brown Recreation Center 18+ | Mondays | 7-9 pm 336-373-2920

LE LECHE LEAGUE OF GREENSBORO FREE The Mission of Le Leche League is to help mothers worldwide to breastfeed through mother-to mother support, encouragement,

• Smith Active Adult: 2401 Fairview St. | 336-373-7564 • Trotter Active Adult: 3906 Betula St. | 336-373-2927 • Warnersville: 601 Doak St. | 336-373-5871 • Xperience @ Caldcleugh: 1700 Orchard St. | 336-373-5881

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information, and education, and to promote a better understanding of breastfeeding as an important element in the healthy development of the baby and mother. Leonard Recreation Center 18+ | 1st Fridays | 10 am to 12 noon FREE Beginner line dancing class where you will learn both new and old line dances. Brown Recreation Center All Ages | Wednesdays | 6:30-8:30 pm 336-373-2920 MAH JONG FREE Beginners through advanced are welcomed to come and play Mah Jong. Leonard and Lewis Recreation Centers 21+ • Leonard | Mondays & Thursdays | 6-9 pm • Leonard | Mondays & Wednesdays | 1-4 pm • Lewis | Wednesdays | 1-4 pm 336-373-2558 MORGAN SUPPORT SERVICES FREE Morgan Support Services raises the bar in the provision of support services for people in our community living with behavioral health diagnoses and/or developmental disabilities by creating a responsive, inviting, and professional environment. Glenwood Recreation Center All Ages | Tuesdays & Thursdays | 11 am to 1:30 pm www.morgansupportservices.org NATURE JOURNALING FREE Pick up your preferred writing utensil and grab your journal. Use 336-297-4889 LINE DANCING

furthering one's education from staf at local colleges and trade schools, all while enjoying some pancakes! Peeler Recreation Center 18+ | 3rd Thursday | 10:30 am to 12 noon 336-373-5877 PINOCHLE FREE Whether you are an expert player or haven't played in years, join us each week for some friendly competition. Leonard Recreation Center 18+ | Wednesdays | 1-4 pm 336-297-4889 RELENTLESS ROLLER DERBY FREE In partnership with Relentless Roller Derby, a nonproft women's sports team, we provide an inclusive space for people to build community, empower themselves, and learn the basics of roller derby all the way to a competitive experience. Lewis Recreation Center 18+ | Mondays & Thursdays | 7-9 pm 336-373-3330 RHYTHMIC ELEGANCE BALLROOM DANCING $ Rhythmic Elegance is a dance organization that is extending the soulful quality of Detroit-style urban ballroom dancing by providing a relaxed, worry-free environment to learn and study this performance art. Xperience @ Caldcleugh 18+ | Saturdays | 11 am to 1 pm 336-373-5881 SKATERS OF THE TRIAD FREE Burn calories roller skating in the gymnasium and tone up with skaters of the triad. This program promotes a better quality of life and increases

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SWING PHI SWING SOCIAL FELLOWSHIP FREE Swing Phi Swing Social Fellowship, Inc. ® supports women looking to achieve goals for personal and professional growth. Swing welcomes diversity, encourages individuality, and ofers a haven for women who feel a strong connection with their ethnic heritage. Glenwood Recreation Center 18+ | 3rd Saturdays | 10 am to 1 pm 336-373-2929 T.O.P.S FREE T.O.P.S (Take Of Pounds Sensibly) ofers tools and programs for healthy living and weight management through exceptional group fellowship and recognition. Lindley Recreation Center and Vance Chavis Library FREE A high-energy adult dance ftness program that works your TOTAL BODY! Lewis Recreation Center 18+ | Lewis | Mondays | 6-8 pm 336-373-3330 local photographer John Poer in sharing the love of outdoor photography. Learn tips and tricks capturing high quality photos. Leonard Recreation Center All Ages | 1st Thursday | 6:30 8:30 pm 336-297-4889 TRIAD OUTDOOR PHOTOGRAPHY FREE Photographers are invited to join Ages 18+ Lindley: • Tuesdays | 6-7:15 pm Vance Chavis: • Tuesdays | 6-8 pm 336-373-2558 TOTAL BODY DANCE

TRI-CITY HUSTLERZ LINE DANCING FREE Line dancing class teaches people of all skill levels choreographed dance moves created by a lead dance instructor for exercise and national dance conventions. Glenwood Recreation Center 18+ | Tuesdays & Thursdays | 6-9:30 pm 336-373-2929 VOLLEYBALL OPEN GYM FREE Volleyball open gym is available for individuals of all skill levels. Grifn Recreation Center All Ages A program geared toward empowering women using positive reinforcement. Grifn Recreation Center All Ages | Thursdays | 6:30-8:30 pm 336-373-2928 YOGA FREE Yoga classes focused on relaxation, strength, fexibility, and much more. • Lindley | Mat Yoga | 50+ | Wednesdays | 11:30 am to 12:15 pm • Lindley | Chair Yoga | 50+ | Mondays | 1:45-2:45 pm 336-373-2558 YOGA, MIND, & BODY CLASSES FREE This 8-week session of drop-in mind and body classes for all skill levels is in partnership with the YMCA of Greensboro. Country Park All Ages | Thursdays, August 29 to October 17 | 6-7 pm 336-373-2964 • Saturdays | 2-4:30 pm • Sundays | 1:30-4:30 pm 336-373-2928 WOMEN EMPOWERMENT GROUP FREE

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cardio exercise. Craft Recreation Center Ages 30+ | Tuesdays | 6:30-8:30 pm 336-373-2922 SEWING SISTAS FREE Do you love to sew and quilt? Join us each week to get creative! Xperience @ Caldcleugh Ages 21+ | Mondays & Thursdays | 9 am to 1 pm Participants will help take a dog for a walk along the greenway to socialize them and get their energy out in a positive way! Plan for a 1-2 mile walk. Downtown Greenway, Freedom Cornerstone Ages 8+ | October 12 | 4-6 pm 336-373-5826 STROLLER ROLLERS FREE Calling all caregivers with little ones! Join us on the third Thursday of the month with your kiddos in strollers for a walk (and roll) along the Downtown Greenway. Meet new people and explore the downtown area as we venture out from LoFi Park. Plan for 1-2 miles roundtrip, including a stop at family-friendly play spaces along the way. Downtown Greenway, LoFi Park All Ages | August 15, September 19, October 17, November 21 | 9-10:30 am 336-373-5826 336-373-5881 SPCA ON THE GREENWAY FREE Join us for a walk along the Downtown Greenway with the SPCA.

ATHLETICS Programs

Greensboro ofers opportunities for adults and kids to learn a sport with a team or as an individual. More info and registration: www.greensboro-nc.gov/sports

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NORTH CAROLINA ROWING CENTER $$$$ The Rowing Center teaches adults and youth how to scull in single-, double-, or four-person boats for exercise and competition. Sign up at www.ncrowing.com Lake Higgins Youth and Adult | Weekly SOFTBALL CLINIC FREE Athletics, in collaboration with the Greensboro College softball team, will be ofering a free softball clinic for girls ages 5-16 year-olds. Instruction will focus on a variety of fundamental skills to help enhance the skill set of participants in a fun and safe environment. Penn Wright Stadium, Barber Park Ages 5-16 | Dates to be Announced

development specialists in the feld of youth sports. Parent-child groups perform motor skill tasks that gradually build confdence in children while having fun and seting a successful foundation for youth Ages 3-5 | October 8-November 13 | Tuesdays & Wednesdays | 6-7 pm YOUTH BASKETBALL AND CHEER $$ This program is designed to create a positive environment for youth by emphasizing each individual's right to participate, good sportsmanship, skill development, and ftness and well-being. Various Locations Ages 5-16 | Weekly Registration begins in October sports in the future. Greensboro Sportsplex

ADULT BASKETBALL $$$$ The adult basketball program ofers league play for individuals ages 18+. Teams will have the opportunity to compete in a fun, organized, and safe environment. Simkins Indoor Pavillion, Barber Park 18+ | Weekly | November-March GOLFING $ Schedule your tee time to play 9- or 18-holes or practice your shot on the driving range. Play is open to all levels. Gillespie Golf Course All Ages | Daily | 8:30 am to 5 pm GREENSBORO CREW $$$$ Triad United Rowing Association teaches adults and middle and high schoolers to row as a team, up to eight rowers, for exercise and competition. Sign up online at www.greensborocrew.com. Lake Brandt Youth and Adult | Weekly | March-October

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