As the impacts of COVID-19 continue to be felt, we ask for your patience, flexibility and support. We depend on you, our patrons, to follow safety and social distancing guidelines as regularly released by the Governor of Virginia, the Virginia Department of Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Events are subject to change based on social distancing guidelines, please call the Activities Hotline at 757-259-3232 before heading out.
What’s New…James City County Parks & Recreation launched a new registration system – PerfecMind! Registration for programs, events and activities is quick, simple and efficient! To get started, visit our homepage at jamescitycountyva.gov/recreation and look for the PerfectMind logo!
Aquatics
American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Course • Ages 15+
Friday, Dec. 4,
4-6 p.m.; Saturday, Dec. 5, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; and Monday-Thursday, Dec. 7-10, 4-9
p.m.
$205/person
James City
County Recreation Center and Kingswood Pool (111 Spring Road)
• Includes First Aid and CPR certification.
• Must attend and pass a swim test (300-yard continuous swim: 100 yards of front crawl, 100 yards of breaststroke and 100 yards of choice of front crawl or breaststroke). Retrieve a 10-pound brick from a depth of 7-8 feet and return 20 yards, keeping both hands on the brick at all times; face must remain out of the water. Tread water for two minutes keeping arms out of the water.
• Must attend every class to earn certification
• Failure to complete competency test does not guarantee a full refund
• Cell phone use is not permitted in class and can be grounds for dismissal
• Must be age 15 or older by the last day of class
• Class meets at the JCCRC on the first day
• $205 fee includes swim test, book and materials.
*Swim test held on first day of class
American Red
Cross Lifeguard Re-Certification •
Ages 15+
Saturday, Dec.
19, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
$60
James City
County Recreation Center
Renew your Lifeguarding and CPR/AED for professional rescuers certifications
• Must successfully complete the prerequisite skills, practical skills, first aid skills and written tests
• Failure to complete all requirements does not guarantee a full refund
• Cell phone use is not permitted in class and can be grounds for dismissal
• Please bring current Lifeguard and CPR card for proof of certification
• $60 fee does not include materials.
Arts & Special Interest
Preschool
Holiday Chocolate Making •
Ages 3-5 with parent/guardian
Saturday, Dec.
5, 10-11:30 a.m.
$20
James City
County Recreation Center
Have fun in
this winter-themed chocolate making workshop. Students will be introduced to
basic chocolate making techniques. We’ll dip pretzels and marshmallows and make
chocolate clusters and other fun treats! Please note any food allergies at time
of registration, tie back long hair, and bring an apron and airtight container.
Instructor: The Williamsburg Chocolatier, Inc.
Kid’s
Gingerbread House Workshop • Ages 6-13
Two sessions offered:
Friday, Dec. 4,
5-7 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 5, 1-3 p.m.
$25/session
James City
County Recreation Center
Construct and
decorate your own gingerbread houses! Supplies provided. These wonderful treats
are perfect as centerpieces for the holidays. Please note any food allergies at
the time of registration. All attendees should bring an apron or dress
accordingly and tie back long hair. Instructor: The Williamsburg Chocolatier,
Inc.
Conversational
Spanish for Kids • Ages
7-12 NEW! FREE!
Mondays, Dec.
14-Feb. 1, 4:30-5:15 p.m.
Zoom Meeting
"¡Hola! ¿Cómo estás? Me llamo John y tu?" Begin learning conversational Spanish from home with weekly lessons, activities and songs. You’ll learn basic phrases, numbers, colors and more! This class will be conducted via Zoom. Register by Dec. 12 to receive the Zoom meeting link. Instructor: Paula Guerra.
Holiday
Cookie Decorating •
Ages 7-13
Friday, Dec.
18, 5-7 p.m.
$25
James City
County Recreation Center
Come out for a
fun holiday time! Decorate homemade holiday cookies using buttercream icing in
holiday colors. Fun holiday-themed shapes such as bells, presents, mittens and
more! Please note any food allergies at time of registration. All attendees
should bring an apron or dress accordingly and tie back long hair. Fee includes
all supplies. Please bring two large airtight containers to class to transport
home the decorated cookies!
Before & After School Programs/REC Connect
Winter Break
Program • Ages 5-10,
must be enrolled in kindergarten
Monday-Wednesday,
Dec. 21-23, 7 a.m.-6 p.m. and Monday-Wednesday, Dec. 28-30, 7 a.m.-6 p.m.
$35/day
Matthew Whaley
Elementary School
Registration
Deadline: Dec. 18, noon (register early, space is limited). Enjoy winter break
fun with exciting trips and hands-on activities. Bring lunch daily. Activity
calendars will be sent to parents before program start date. Registration forms
and program information are available for download at
jamescitycountyva.gov/recreation under “Recreation Programs” or call the REC
Connect Info Line at 757-259-3170 for more information.
Health/Wellness
Holiday
Mindfulness Workshop •
Ages 5+
Wednesday, Dec.
9, 4:30-5:45 p.m.
$5
Freedom Park
Holiday time
can be just as stressful for kids on many different levels. With that in mind,
we’re offering this meditation and craft activity for any child looking for a
moment of calm. This class combines a little yoga and mindfulness, while
creating fun sensory jars to help kids calm their minds. The great magic of
these "magic" jars is that your kids will be teaching themselves the
practice before you even get started in on the explanation. Calming jars are
helpful and fun for kids of all ages - join in the magic (and calm) of the
holidays!
Techniques
of Meditation • Ages 16+ FREE!
Wednesday, Dec.
2, 7-8 p.m.
James City
County Recreation Center
Whether you’re
a seasoned practitioner or brand new, all are welcomed to this open community
meditation practice. We’ll explore different styles of meditation techniques as
well as tools that aid the meditative process. You’ll be guided in and out of
each session. Meditation can improve your physical, emotional and mental health
and well-being.
Group Fitness Classes • Ages 14+
Our
instructors are certified by nationally recognized organizations such as AFAA,
ACE, Spinning, Zumba, Barre, SilverSneakers®, Yoga Alliance and SCOTT Pilates.
Purchase a Premier Pass, Group Fitness Monthly Pass or a 10-Tab Pass for access
to classes. These allow you to take any land or aqua fitness class as long as
space is available (first-come, first-served). Classes are 50 minutes unless
otherwise noted. Our varied schedule includes core and flexibility classes like
Pilates, Yoga and PiYo. For a full body workout, we offer Low Impact, Body
Sculpt, Cardio Intervals and Indoor Rowing. For more of a physical challenge,
try Cardio Kickboxing, Tabata, Kettlebell, Barre, TRX, Bootcamp, Circuit
Training or Indoor Cycling. You’ll find something you love! Let us do the
programming for you! For a current schedule of classes, please visit
jamescitycountyva.gov recreation under “Recreation & Programs” or call
757-259-4200. Classes held at the James City County Recreation Center.
Inclusion/Therapeutic Recreation
(Youth, Teens
& Adults with Disabilities)
Got Goo -
Fun & Sticky Sensory Play! • All Ages & Abilities FREE!
Wednesday, Dec.
16, 6:30-8 p.m.
James City
County Recreation Center
Do you like to
play with slime? Have you ever painted with spaghetti? Join us for fun evenings
full of yucky, messy activities. Snacks and materials provided. Bring a messy
shirt. Registration required. Social distancing guidelines will be followed and
individual sensory bins will be provided for each participant who registers.
Days of
Discovery Winter Break Program • Ages 5-22 with disabilities
Monday, Dec.
28-Wednesday, Dec. 30, 9 a.m.-noon
$45
James City
County Recreation Center
Experience FUN,
arts and crafts, gym games and much more! A typical participant:
• has a mild to moderate disability
• can independently or with verbal cues, feed, bathe and toilet
• is able to function successfully within a 1:3 staff to camper ratio
• is able to adjust to changes in routine/environment with relative ease
• has the ability to effectively communicate needs either verbally or with a communication device.
Registration deadline: Monday, Dec. 21, 10 a.m. For more information or to register, please call 757-259-5354.
Outdoors Programs & Activities
Geocaching
101 • All Ages/Families
$20 minimum or
$5/person for groups of five or more
Would you or
your group like to learn the basics of geocaching? Learn about the world’s
largest outdoor treasure hunt in a fun and unique setting. We’ll explore
Williamsburg’s best geocache hot spots and learn the basics of how to create
your own. Program fee will be $20 minimum or $5/person for groups of five or
more. Sessions will be available on a first-come, first-served basis and will
be available weekdays. To schedule a program for a group, family or individual,
email sarah.oreilly@jamescitycountyva.gov or call 757-259-5355.
Dominion
Energy GardenFest of Lights • Ages 14+ NEW!
Thursday, Dec.
3, 3:45-9 p.m.
Ages 14-64,
$25; Ages 65+, $20
James City
County Recreation Center
Take a ride to
Richmond’s beautiful Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden for a holiday lights
self-guided walking tour. Fee includes transportation to and from trip
destination and entrance fees. Meet in the James City County Recreation Center
lobby at 3:45 p.m. Full trip details are available by contacting sarah.oreilly@jamescitycountyva.gov or 757-259-5355.
Sports
Virginia
Legacy Recreational Soccer •
Ages 6-12
Winter Break
Camps
Monday, Dec.
28-Wednesday, Dec. 30, 9 a.m.-noon, $80
Monday, Dec.
28-Wednesday, Dec. 30, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., $125
Lafayette High
School
Revolving
around soccer-related games, activities, trainings and competitions, this camp
includes instruction on the fundamentals of soccer and is designed to meet the
needs of beginner, developmental, recreational and advanced soccer players. All
participants receive a Legacy Camp shirt!
Program
Sites
Freedom Park, 5537
Centerville Road
James City County
Recreation Center, 5301 Longhill Road
Lafayette High
School, 4460 Longhill Road
Matthew Whaley
Elementary School, 301 Scotland Street
For the complete list of Parks & Recreation programs and events or registration information for all activities, please visit our website or call 757-259-4200 (unless otherwise noted). For outdoor events, please call the Activities Hotline at 757-259-3232 if inclement weather is in the forecast.
Get your copy of the Fall 2020 Destination Recreation Activity Brochure! You can download the brochure from our website or pick up copies at the James City County Recreation Center, the Abram Frink Jr. Community Center, Chickahominy Riverfront Park, the Satellite Services Office in Toano and at the James City County and Williamsburg libraries.
Also note: James City County has waived the 2.95% convenience fee on all credit and debit card transactions through Dec. 30.
Media Contact:
Veda McMullen, Senior Communications Coordinator
757-259-5415; veda.mcmullen@jamescitycountyva.gov