2007 Winter Activities

Adult & Teen

Hilliard Recreation & Parks Dept.

3800 Veterans Memorial Drive, Hilliard, Ohio  43026 (876-5200)

Please register for classes at the Hilliard Community Center office – payment required at the time of registration

Eligibility & policy statements are listed on the last page of this packet.

*indicates class open to persons 16 years of age & older

 

 

Youth & Adult Open Gym
Scheduled open gym hours for specific age groups and activities. Contact Community Center office to confirm current schedule. Community Center membership or guest fee required for all ages. Unstructured, supervised play in the gymnasium during after-school hours for youth grades K-8.  Youth grades 6, 7 & 8 attend 2:30-5:00pm and elementary school age children (K-5) attend 4:00-6:00pm.  Locker & shower facilities are available for adult open gyms; bring your own soap & towel!  Residents of the City of Hilliard & Hilliard City School District only will be admitted to Wednesday & Thursday evening open gym; membership card or verification of residency will be required.  Hours may change during Thanksgiving, Christmas and Spring Break, be sure to check holiday schedules.

J     Hilliard city resident membership: $15.00/year

J     Hilliard School district resident membership: $20.00/year

J     School age youth (grades K-8) guest fee:  $2.00/day

J     Hilliard high school student guest fee: $2.00/day

J     Hilliard city resident adult guest fee: $2.00/day (verification of residency required)

J     Hilliard school district resident guest fee: $4.00/day (verification of residency required)

 

 

CAM II (weight room)*

Weight and exercise equipment is available for use during regular center hours.  Community Center membership plus an additional monthly fee is required for use of the facility.  An introductory appointment is required ($2.00); call ahead for an appointment.  The facility is equipped with stationary bicycles and motorized treadmills as well as resistance equipment – no free weights.    Open for use by anyone 14 & older (parent must attend introductory appointment with 14, 15, 16 & 17 year olds).   Youth 14 & 15 years of age must have a parent in attendance at all times.

Fee:                 $15/month/Hilliard city resident, plus HCC membership

$20/month/Hilliard school district resident, plus HCC membership

 

 

Karate*

Class meets on Monday evenings and is open to anyone age 12 & older.  An information sheet is available at the Hilliard Community Center or you may contact instructor Jason Smiley at 850-8547 for additional class background information.

Dates:             year round  Monday evenings

Time:              6:00-8:00pm

Fee:                 $25/month/Hilliard city resident

$30/month/Hilliard school district resident

Location:       Hilliard Community Center

 

 

NIA (fitness) *

NIA, an acronym for Neuromuscular Integrative Action, also meaning, “with purpose” in Swahili, offers a holistic approach to health. NIA offers a powerful fusion of non-impact aerobics, martial arts, yoga and dance arts. NIA delivers a mind-body workout that embraces individual creativity and self expression.  NIA is for all ages, shapes, sizes and fitness levels.  NIA is designed to allow you to move your body’s way.  Come and experience the joy of movement!  A free introductory class will be offered on Monday preceding the class beginning. To register for the free class and/or the  six week session of lessons call the Hilliard Community Center. Additional information about NIA is available by contacting Kathy Anthony at 876-0478.  Advance registration is strongly recommended.  Additional classes will be scheduled.

Dates:             Session 1 – January 22 – March 5, 2007 (Mondays)

Session 2 – March 26 – April 30, 2007 (Mondays)

Time:              7:00-8:00pm

Fee:                 $40/Hilliard city resident   

$45/Hilliard school district resident

Location:       Hilliard Community Center

 

 

Walking for Fitness*

This walking group is targeted for active adults and active seniors looking for a social walking group.  Participatns will be encouraged to complete a weekly walking log and to walk on their own as well as participate in trips to area walking/fitness paths & local helath walks.  We’ll plan to have a kick-off event in late summer/early fall and continue walking through the autumn months.  Look for additional information in the spring of 2007 or contact Katie at 876-5200.

 

 

Adult Running Club*

A staff person and runner will oversee an adult running club for beginner to advanced ability levels with a goal of running the Columbus Marathon in October of 2007.  Whether your goal is to just finish the race or to qualify for the prestigious Boston Marathon, Geoff will gear the appropriate training program for you.  Get reconected with Hilliard as we use various trails throughout the area as our training grounds. We will meet as a group, go at your own pace and support each other along the way!  Call Geoff at the Hilliard Community Center for more information, 876-5200.

 

 

Yoga*

Hatha Yoga is a profoundly transforming practice of deep and simple restorative movement that follows classical postures, breathing, meditation and relaxation techniques.  Gain flexibility, energy and strength, learn to relax, be calm and unwind from stress.  Each Yoga class (6 weeks) is composed of stretches to help participants’ physical issues/weaknesses suggested by the participant at the beginning of each class.  It is suggested that participants NOT eat a heavy meal during the two hours prior to class time.  Each participant should dress in comfortable, loose fitting clothing and bring a yoga mat to class.  Advance registration is strongly recommended.

            Dates:             Session 1 – January 31 – March 7, 2007 (Wednesdays)

                                    Session 2 – March 28 – May 2, 2007 (Wednesdays)

            Time:              6:45-7:45pm

            Fee:                 $63/Hilliard city resident

                                    $68/Hilliard school district resident

            Location:       Hilliard Community Center

 

 

Dance Class*

Learn the most popular dances!  Hilliard’s answer to “Dancing with the Stars”!  Attend this class and learn the popular ballroom dances to keep you moving on the dance floor.  This class will introduce you to all the popular dance steps. Join with your partner for four great evenings of dancing.

Dates:             Session 1 – January 30-February 20, 2007 (Tuesdays) registration deadline Jan. 25

Session 2 – March 6-27, 2007 (Tuesdays) registration deadline March 1

Session 3 – April 10-May1, 2007 (Tuesdays) registration deadline April 5

Time:              7:00-8:00pm

Fee:                 $65/couple/ Hilliard city residents

$70/couple/Hilliard school district residents

Location:       Hilliard Senior Citizen Center

 

 

Internet Safety for Parents

A member of the Hilliard Police Department will instruct  basic internet safety for your family.  This course will cover:  Identifying common scams; how children become targets for harassment and more serious crimes; monitoring the activity on your computer; setting up rules for computer use; and opening communications with your child about the internet. 

Date:               February 1, 2007 (Thursday)

Time:              7:00-8:00pm

Fee:                 FREE – registration deadline is Friday, January 26, 2007

Location:       Hilliard Community Center

 

 

Computer Class – File Management*

Prerequisite:  Basic computers or equivalent knowledge.  File Management 1&2 will provide hands-on experience.  In this class, you will learn how to save information, retrieve it, and organize that information on your computer.  Students will learn about the various drives in which to save information.  In the second half of the class, students will learn how to install new programs (software) and customize your computer to fit your specific needs through the computer control panel.

Dates:             February 6 & 13, 2007 (Tuesdays)

Time:              7:00-9:00pm

Fee:                 $52/Hilliard city resident

$57/Hilliard school district resident

Location:       Hilliard Community Center

 

 

Computer Class – Microsoft Excel*

(Making Financial Easier)  Pre-requisite:  Basic computers or equivalent knowledge.  Whether it’s balancing your check book, putting together the family budget or generating charts for work, Microsoft Excel is the program for you.  Improve the way you turn your data into information using powerful tools to analyze, communicate and share your results.  Microsoft Excel is a spreadsheet program that will enable students to track and manage data, addresses, financials, and more.  Students will learn how to use Excel to create simple spread sheets, perform detailed calculations, sort data and even create colorful charts and graphs.

Dates:             February 20 & 27, 2007 (Tuesdays)

Time:              7:00-9:00pm

Fee:                 $52/Hilliard city risedents & $57/Hilliard city school district residents

Location:       Hilliard Community Center

 

 

Adult Cooking Class*

Participants in this class will be introduced to recipes for three quick and easy soups that taste like they have simmered all day.  Warm the tummy by making meals from these soup recipes on busy winter nights!  Advance registration is required.

Date:               February 8, 2007 (Tuesday)

Time:              7:00-8:30pm

Fee:                 $25/person

Location:       Hilliard Senior Citizen Center (kitchen)

 

 

Infant Sign Language Workshop*

Can’t figure out why your baby is crying?  Infant sign language can help.  Join thousands of parents who have learned to use sign language to communicate with their child before they can talk.  Sign language has also been proven to help babies talk sooner.  This class is designed for adults (parents) only.  Great for parents of children under 24 month of age, expectant parents, grandparents, and child care providers.  Advance registration is strongly encouraged.  An additional materials fee of $26 for Parent Text Book is payable to the teacher at the first class.

Date:               February 10, 2007 (Saturday)

Time:              10:00-11:30am

Fee:                 $20/Hilliard city resident

$25/Hilliard school district resident

Location:       Hilliard Community Center 

 

 

Scrapbooking*

Attention!  Seeking all Scrapbookers!  Tell everyone you have gone croppin’!  Ever feel like there is not enough time in your day or space in your home to work on those unfinished projects?  We have the solution!  Enjoy 5 hours of uninterrupted time in your own individual space to learn new techniques, share ideas, meet new people and of course CROP!  Light refreshments will be provided.  Space is limited, advance registration is recommended.

Dates:             Session 1 – February 23, 2007 (Friday)

Session 2 – April 20, 2007 (Friday)

Time:              6:00-11:00pm

Fee:                 $15/person

Location:       Hilliard Community Center

 

 

Baby Item Garage Sale

Our very popular Baby Item Garage Sale will be held at the Hilliard Community Center & Hilliard Senior Center.  Infant, toddler, preschool (up to 5T) & Maternity items, including clothing items, toys and miscellaneous accessories will be available in a community garage sale setting.  Application forms are available at the Hilliard community Center if you are interested in renting space to sell clean and gently used baby items.  No commercial vendors.  Registration opens Jan. 3. 

Date:               April 14, 2007 (Saturday)

Time:              10:00am-12noon

Fee:                 Free admission for shoppers

$25/space/Hilliard city resident & Hilliard school district residents

Location:       Hilliard Community Center & Senior Center

 

 

Indoor Walking

The Hilliard Community Center gymnasium is generally available for indoor walking Monday through Friday 8:00am-9:00am and 1:00pm-2:00pm.  Community Center or Senior Center membership or a guest fee is required.  Call ahead to confirm availability.

 

 

Volleyball Leagues

Adult volleyball leagues are offered at the Hilliard Community Center throughout the year.  Co-Rec power leagues play on Sunday afternoons/evenings. Men’s league plays on Monday evenings and Women’s league plays on Tuesday evenings.  Adult open volleyball is held on Friday evenings, 6-7:50pm and occasionally on off league dates (membership or guest fee required).  Open to persons 18 years of age and or older.  New teams wishing to enter a league will be added to a waiting list held by the league coordinators.  Interested referees should contact league coordinators at the Hilliard Community Center.

 

 

Basketball Leagues

Adult basketball leagues will be held during the  summer months; contact the league coordinator to be added to a waiting list if interested in joining the league.  Leagues play on Wednesday evenings.  Open to persons 18 years of age and older.   Interested game officials should contact the League Coordinator at the Hilliard Community Center.  Adult and high school open gyms are offered throughout the week; a current list of open gym hours is available at the Hilliard Community Center.

 

 

Softball Leagues

Co-rec leagues (summer) are organized by the Hilliard Recreation & Parks Dept., 876-5200.  Co-rec leagues open to persons 18 years of age & older.   Men’s leagues are organized by Dick Clark, 876-4718.  Call early to be put on a waiting list for league openings.

 

 

Horseshoe Club*

The Hilliard Horseshoe Club has been in existence since 1978 (originally called the Iron Tossers) for the purpose of developing, fostering and promoting organized horseshoe pitching in the Hilliard community.  This is a popular recreational pastime as well as a competitive game with the club providing direction, organization and approved equipment when necessary to enhance the sport. Two leagues exist, playing on Wednesday & Thursday evenings at the Hilliard Municipal Park.  Both leagues use a handicap system that is fair to all levels of pitchers with leagues usually lasting 12 weeks.  For additional information please contact Paul Burkitt at 876-7900.

 

 

 

Class Registration

In some cases, registration for the classes may be done over the phone, provided payment is made with VISA or MasterCard; payment is required at the time of registration for all programs.  Checks should be made payable to “The City Of Hilliard”.  A service fee (as determined by the City of Hilliard Finance Department) will be charged for all checks not honored by any bank.

 

Eligibility Policy

Classes are offered for residents of the City of Hilliard and Hilliard School District; non-residents of the school district will be placed on a waiting list until one week prior to the class beginning and at that time filled as space allows.  Persons living outside the school district but employed within the “City of Hilliard”  (paying Hilliard city income tax) will be eligible at the “school district resident” rates.  To receive “resident rates” Hilliard City residents will be required to provide verification of residency (valid drivers license or state issued photo ID, current utility bill, or check with address printed by the bank). Persons qualifying for participation by place of employment will be required to provide proof of employment with a current paycheck and drivers license. All programs for children 3 years and older will require children to be fully “potty trained” in order to participate (meaning – children should be able to take care of their own restroom needs, no diapers, no pull ups, no rubber pants).

 

Refund/Transfer Policy

All cancellations, refunds and change requests must be submitted in writing to the Deputy Recreation Director at least one week prior to the first day of the program.  All requests will be considered on an individual basis with consideration given to class minimum status and materials purchasing deadlines.  Any request that is approved for refund will be done minus a $5/child/program processing fee.  A $5 fee will also be assessed for all transfers and/or changes.  Refunds requested after the deadline or after a program begins will be considered only when documentation is provided for an approved hardship situation.  All refunds will be by check only; cash or charge refunds will not be issued.  Allow 10-14 days for refunds to be processed. Please check you calendar prior to program registration; Hilliard Recreation & Parks Dept. staff will not be responsible for registration conflicts.

 

Assumption of Risk

All participants should recognize and understand that classes/activities of a physical nature involve some level of risk, and by registering for the class/activity the participant (or participant’s guardian) has assumed responsibility for that risk.  The Hilliard Recreation & Parks Department will make every effort to ensure participant safety and to provide clean and secure facilities and parks. In the event of serious illness or injury it is the policy of the City of Hilliard Recreation & Parks Department to contact the Norwich Township Fire Department for emergency and first aid treatment (911).  Attempts to contact parents/guardian of youth will be made in cases where emergency contact information has been made available to staff.

 

Photo Release

By registering for any Hilliard Recreation & Parks Department program/activity, you agree to allow publication of any photos taken at any program/activity, event or facility of the City of Hilliard Recreation & Parks Department.

 

Class dates are subject to change during the course of the year and additional classes may be added.