Pelham Parks and Recreation 300 Ballpark Road Post Office Box 1419 Pelham, Alabama 35124 pelhamalabama.gov/228/Parks-Recreation (205) 620 – 6426

City of Pelham Library & Recreation Options For more information on the City of Pelham library services and other recreation options please visit: Ballantrae Golf Club – ballantraegolf.com Pelham Civic Complex and Ice Arena – pelhamciviccomplex.com Pelham Public Library – pelhamlibrary.com Pelham Racquet Club and Tennis Center – pelhamracquetclub.com

Staff Directory D. Tyrell McGirt, Director | dtmcgirt@pelhamalabama.gov | (205) 620 – 6426

Alicia Walters, Assistant Director | awalters@pelhamalabama.gov | (205) 620 – 6426

Kevin Tauber, Parks Supervisor | ktauber@pelhamalabama.gov | (205) 296 – 4129

Marcella Baker, Senior Center Manager | mbaker@pelhamalabama.gov | (205) 620 – 6064

Scott Verner, Athletics | sverner@pelhamalabama.gov | (205) 358 – 0052

Jesse Killingsworth, Front Desk/Facility Support | jkillingsworth@pelhamalabama.gov | (205) 620 – 6426

Recreation Center Hours of Operation: Sundays 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Mondays – Thursdays 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Fridays 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Saturdays 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Membership Information Individual Membership $100/Year or $10/Month Must be a resident of Pelham and at least 19-years of age. Family Membership $200/Year or $20/Month Must be a resident of Pelham and includes all members living in the same home. Corporate Membership $200/Year/Individual Must be employed with a business or organization in Pelham. Reservation & Rental Information

Senior Center Senior Center provides opportunities for individuals 55 and older living in Pelham and Shelby County to improve their talents, enrich their minds, give service in the community, develop meaningful friendships, and help maintain physical health through health and wellness.

Hours of Operation: Mondays – Fridays 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

PELHAM PARKS AND RECREATION ACTIVITY GUIDEWINTER 2020: JANUARY – MARCH

Facility Use Cost Security/CostRecreation Center*

Recreation Center Gymnasium - 2 Regulation Courts*

Recreation Center Gymnasium - 1 Regulation Court*

Recreation Center Conference Room

Recreation Center Multipurpose Room (Half)

Recreation Center Multipurpose Room (Whole)

Baseball/Softball Field Complex*

Baseball/Softball Field Complex - Individual Field

City Park Baseball Pavillion

City Park Outdoor Sports Pavillion

$2,540.00/day

$200.00/Hour or $750.00/Day + $40.00/Hour Site Supervisor

$140.00/Hour or $500.00/Day + $40.00/Hour Site Supervisor

$40.00/Hour

$40.00/Hour

$75.00/Hour

$600.00/Day + $40.00/Hour Site Supervisor

$80.00, 2 Hour Time Blocks

Free, 2 Hours Maximum

Free, 2 Hours Maximum

$625.00 Security Deposit due 60 Days Prior to Event

$50.00 Security Deposit due 30 Days Prior to Event

$50.00 Security Deposit due 30 Days Prior to Event

$25.00 Security Deposit due 30 Days Prior to Event

$25.00 Security Deposit due 30 Days Prior to Event

$25.00 Security Deposit due 30 Days Prior to Event

$200.00 Security Deposit due 30 Days Prior to Event

Reservation Required

Reservation Required

*Site Supervisor Required

FitnessNEW Fitness Frenzy Day: Saturday Dates: January 4 Cost: Free Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Age: All/Family Location: Pelham Recreation Center Gymnasium

Come meet and greet the Fitness Team at the first Fitness Frenzy of the year. This event is designed to sample and/or demo each of the fitness classes offered throughout the year. Come get expert guidance, establish a fitness routine, and have fun! The first 50 to register the day of the event will receive a free t-shirt!

Registration: Day of Event

Barre Day: Tuesdays Dates: January 7 – March 31 Cost: $5 Time: 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Age: 14 & Up Location: Pelham Recreation Center

Barre is a low impact, energizing workout that has proven to create long, lean, powerful muscles and increase flexibility. Classes include the use of the ballet barre, hand weights, resistance bands, and exercise balls. Exercises typically focus on small, pulsing movements with emphasis on form, alignment, and core engagement. All levels are welcome and encouraged!

Cycle Day: Thursdays Dates: January 9 – March 26 Cost: $5 Time: 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Age: 14 & Up Location: Pelham Recreation Center

Indoor cycling is a cardiovascular workout designed to make you sweat and burn some major calories. Participants will pedal through hills, intervals, sprints, and other challenging drills. Expect upbeat music that will keep you motivated and energized!

In-Trinity Warrior 1 Day: Wednesdays Dates: January 8 – March 25 Cost: $5 Time: 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Age: 14 & Up Location: Pelham Recreation Center

Increase flexibility, increase lean muscle mass, build a stronger heart, and relieve body aches and pains with In-Trinity Warrior 1. During In-Trinity, participants move through traditional Yoga stretches and Martial Arts agility sequences while elevated on a unique fitness board. This class is for all fitness levels.

REFIT Day, Dates, & Time: Tuesdays / January 7 – March 31 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Day, Dates, & Time: Thursdays / January 2 – March 26 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Day, Dates, & Time: Saturdays / January 4 – March 28 8:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. Cost: $5/Class

Age: 14 & Up Location: Pelham Recreation Center

Come relieve stress, sweat, learn new moves, and get to know someone new. REFIT is a fun dance fitness class designed for all ages and fitness levels.

Rev + Flow Day, Dates, & Time: Tuesdays / January 7 – March 31 8:45 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. & 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Day, Dates, & Time: Thursdays / January 2 – March 26 8:45 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. & 5:45 p.m. – 6:45 p.m. Cost: $5/Class Age: 14 & Up Location: Pelham Recreation Center

Designed to improve balance, flexibility, and muscle tone Rev + Flow is a high intensity low impact class. No running, jumping, and pounding of joints is involved. Come enjoy fitness moves with or without weights and some floor exercises.

Silver Sneakers Day: Daily Dates: January 2 – March 31 Cost: Free Time: Recreation Center Hours of Operations Age: 65 & Up Location: Pelham Recreation Center

A health and fitness program for Senior adults.

Yoga Day: Mondays Dates: January 6 – March 30 Cost: $5 Time: 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Age: 14 & Up Location: Pelham Recreation Center

This readily accessible vinyasa flow class mixes the power of physical yoga postures (asanas), deep breathing and mindfulness to take you on a journey to open your heart, quiet your mind, and renew your spirit. All levels, all bodies, and all types are welcome.

Zumba Day: Mondays & Wednesdays Dates: January 6 – March 30 Cost: $5 Time: 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Age: 14 & Up Location: Pelham Recreation Center

Zumba is a Latin-inspired high energy dance workout that combines fun and unique dance/fitness moves. No dance skills needed to enjoy just show up and dance.

WINTER 2020 ACTIVITIES All programs are open to Pelham residents and nonresidents.

PELHAM YOUTH BASEBALL/SOFTBALL

2020 REGISTRATIONRegistration Forms are online at pelhamalabama.gov under the Park and Recreation Section and can be filled out online, printed and brought to the office for registration.

You may register in the following way: On the following Saturdays from 9:00AM-12:00PM. January 11 & 25 at the Pelham Recreation Center. Set up a time with the Park (358-0052) to bring your child to the office for registration between the dates of January 2, 2020 and January 26, 2020. Last day to register is January 26, 2020 6:00PM Register Online from the Pelham Youth Baseball/Softball Page on the City Website

Eligibility League age is that age attained by a player prior to May 1 of the current year for baseball and prior to January 1 for softball.

Registration Fees The fee for the first child is $160.00. This fee will decrease by $10.00 for each additional child in a family up to three children.

Example: Three children register to play from the same family

First Child - $160.00 Second Child - $150.00 Third Child - $140.00

The registration fee includes the uniform, supplemental insurance, equipment replacement, umpires, and championship trophies.

Birth Certificates Birth certificates will only be needed if there is an issue or question of a child’s age and/or if a child makes All-Stars, the birth certificate must be notarized or an original.

Prospective Coaches and Assistant Coaches Anyone interested in coaching or assisting a team (including former coaches and assistants), may obtain the volunteer form at the Park and Recreation office. This form must be filled out and turned in prior to noon January 25, 2020. Managers will be notified of their acceptance to coach by January 29, 2020 and all Managers and Assistant Coaches will have to attend a

certification class on February 15, 2020. A background check will be run on all managers and coaches for the safety of our children.

Evaluations Player evaluations for the 2020 season will be February 1, 2020.

Important Dates to Remember 2020January 11 (Saturday) Registration at Park and Rec. office 9:00AM-12:00PM

January 25 (Saturday) Registration at Park and Rec. office 9:00AM-12:00PM

January 25 (Saturday) Manager/coaching forms deadline 12:00PM

January 26 (Saturday) Last day to register your child for baseball/softball

January 29 (Tuesday) Managers notified of acceptance to manage

February 1 (Saturday) Evaluations at Pelham Park (See table for times and fields)

February 1-2 (Sat, Sun) Player Draft (TBA) Dates may change starts at 2:00PM

February 15 (Saturday) Mandatory Managers meeting 10:00AM at Pelham Rec. Center

February 15 (Saturday) Official Practice Begins

March 14 (Saturday) Season begins Opening Day/Picture Day

March 23-March 27 Spring Break (No games 3-21-20 through 3-29-20)

Dates Subject to Change

We will be playing Dizzy Dean Baseball for the 2020 Season We will be playing USSSA Softball for the 2020 Season We will interlock with Alabaster, Calera, Helena, Montevallo for the 2020 Season

Division Boys

Minor A

Minor AA

Minor AAA

League Age

5

6

7

8

9

10

Time

10:00AM

11:00AM

10:00AM

11:00AM

10:00AM

11:00AM

Field

5

5

2

2

4

4

Division Girls

6 & Under

8 & Under

10 & Under

League Age

6

8

20

Time

10:00AM

10:00AM

10:00AM

Field

6

3

1

We will not be doing evaluations for the 11,12,13,14 year old boys and the 11,12,13,14 year old girls.

SPORTS

Adult Basketball Look for Adult Basketball information in April.

Youth Cheerleading & Football Look for more information on Youth Cheerleading and Youth Football registration in April.

Beginner Ballroom DancingSession I

Day: Sundays Dates: January 12 – February 16 Cost: $10/Class Time: 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Age: 18 & Up Location: Pelham Recreation Center Multipurpose Room

Session I Registration: January 2 – 11 or Pay Day of Class Session II Day: Sundays Dates: February 23 – March 29 Cost: $10/Class Time: 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. Age: 18 & Up Location: Pelham Recreation Center Multipurpose Room Get heathier by decreasing your blood pressure and cholesterol and improving your cardiovascular health. This beginner ballroom dancing class designed for students with minimum experience allow participants to learn basic styles of Rumba, Waltz, Tango, Salsa and Swing. Instructed: Lorie Flanegan

Session II Registration: January 2 – February 22 or Pay Day of Class

NEW Sign Language Class AIDB’s Birmingham Regional Center American Sign Language (ASL) 1 Class

Day: Mondays Dates: February 3 – March 16 Cost: $70 Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Age: 12 & Up Location: Pelham Senior Center This 7-week class aims to introduce those with minimal to no signing background to the basic linguistic components of American Sign Language. In this course, students will be provided opportunities to expand expressive and receptive use of ASL, including a variety of special topics at an advanced level. This course also aims to increase student’s knowledge of Deaf culture. By the end of the course, students will be able to carry on a basic conversation, as well as have an expanded awareness of Deafness as a linguistic minority. A parent must stay on premise during the class.

Registration at Pelham Recreation Center – Register to Reserve Space: January 2 – February 1, Pay First Day of Class

NEW Watercolor WorkshopSession I

Day: Saturday Dates: January 25 Cost: $25 Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Age: 18 & Up Location: Pelham Senior Center

Session I Registration at Pelham Recreation Center: January 2 – 17

Session II

Day: Saturday Dates: March 14 Cost: $25 Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Age: 18 & Up Location: Pelham Senior Center Slow down, create, relax, and enjoy this watercolor workshop. Learn the fundamentals of watercolor using professional supplies. Participants are provided with a drawing on a 300# sheet of paper. Demonstrations provided for various techniques including: water control, mixing transparent pigments and brush strokes. Join us for a fun, information packed 3 hours and leave with a beautiful painting. No experience is necessary. Space is limited to 15. Instructed by Pat Hall

Session II Registration at Pelham Recreation Center: January 2 - February 24

FAMILY & YOUTH ACTIVITIESNEW Craft for a Cause Day: Friday Dates: February 7 Cost: Free Time: 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Age: All/Family Location: Pelham Recreation Center Multipurpose Room

Pelham Parks and Recreation is partnering with Fleecing the Flock to support the mission of providing a fleece blanket for the over 6,000 foster children in Alabama. Join us in making blankets and making a difference in our community. This is a free, family-friendly event guaranteed to create within you a sense of purpose and put a smile on your face. Material will be provided, donated material is also appreciated and accepted. Needed for one blanket: one 1.5 yard, solid color of fleece and one 1.5 yard, patterned fleece. Please bring your own fabric cutting scissors. Registration is required, space limited.

Registration: January 2 – February 1

NEW Spring Break Kids Fun Day Day: Tuesday Dates: March 24 Cost: $5 Time: 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Age: 5 – 12 Location: Pelham Recreation Center Multipurpose Room

Are you looking for something fun to do during Spring Break? Join us as we experience interactive, hands-on learning and creativity. Crafts, games and lots of laughter! Open to children age 5 – 12. Parents must accompany and stay with their child. Space is limited to 20.

Registration: January 2 – March 13

ART, LEISURE ACTIVITIES & SPECIAL INTEREST

Art ClassesArt Studio Day: Tuesdays Dates: January 7 – March 31 Cost: $15/Month or $5/Class Time: 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Age: 55 & Up Location: Pelham Senior Center Art generates a love of learning and creativity. Come explore and learn the basics of painting in acrylics, becoming familiar with supplies and understanding the medium. All levels are welcome. Bring your own 11x14 canvas, acrylic paints, and brushes. Space limited to 12. Registration: 1st working day of the month prior to the month of the class.

Open Paint Day: Fridays Dates: January 3 – March 27 Cost: Free Time: 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Age: 55 & Up Location: Pelham Senior Center Do you enjoy being creative but working at your own pace? Space will be available to paint and socialize with other artists. No instructional support is provided. Registration: No Pre-Registration Necessary

DancingBallroom Dancing Day: Fridays Dates: January 10 – March 27 Cost: Free Time: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Age: 55 & Up Location: Pelham Senior Center Dancing is a wonderful activity that will benefit your mind, body, and soul. In this class you will explore a variety of dance styles including Waltz, Rumba, Tango, Cha Cha, Foxtrot, and Swing with step-by-step instructions. Registration: No Pre-Registration Necessary

Beginner Line Dance Day: Tuesdays Dates: January 7 – March 31 Cost: Free Time: 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. Age: 55 & Up Location: Pelham Senior Center Dancing is a unique form of exercise and it provides the heart-healthy benefits of an aerobic exercise while also allowing you to engage in a social activity. In this class, basic line dance steps are broken down and put to music. Closed-toe shoes required (no flip flops or heels). Registration: No Pre-Registration Necessary

Intermediate Line Dance Day: Tuesdays Dates: January 7 – March 31 Cost: Free Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. & 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Age: 55 & Up Location: Pelham Senior Center This class challenge you with more intricate dance steps. Closed-toe shoes required (no flip flops or heels). Registration: No Pre-Registration Necessary

Pelham Promenaders Day: 1st & 3rd Wednesdays Dates: January 8 – March 18 Cost: Free Time: 1:15 p.m. – 3:15 p.m. Age: 55 & Up Location: Pelham Senior Center Come enjoy this square dancing group. Square dancing is a combination of rhythmic movements and dance steps that can improve and maintain cardiovascular and physical fitness. Registration: No Pre-Registration Necessary

Group Fitness for Senior AdultsExercise Day: Mondays & Fridays Dates: January 6 – March 30 Cost: Free Time: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Age: 5 & Up Location: Pelham Senior Center This low impact fitness exercise class for Seniors gently builds cardio, strength, and improves balance and core. Registration: No Pre-Registration Necessary

Gentle Yoga Day: Wednesdays Dates: January 8 – March 25 Cost: Free Time: 12:00 noon – 1:00 p.m. Age: 55 & Up Location: Pelham Senior Center Decrease stress, tone muscle, build strength, improve posture, circulation, and concentration. All standing and floor poses may be modified to perform in a chair. There is an optional short section on the floor. Yoga mats are provided if needed. All levels are welcomed. Registration: No Pre-Registration Necessary

Mondays

10:00AM - 3:00PM Duplicate Bridge

12:00PM - 1PM Exercise

Tuesdays

10:30AM - 11:30AM Intermediate Line Dance

10:30AM - 12:30AM Art Studio

1:00PM - 2:00PM Intermediate Line Dance

2:00PM - 3:00PM Beginner Line Dance

Wednesdays

10:00AM - 11:00AM Menʼs Coffee

10:00AM - 1:00PM Party Bridge

11:00AM - 12:00PM Zumba Gold

12:00PM - 1:00PM Gentle Yoga

1:15PM - 2:30PM Brush Up on Your Bridge Game

1:15PM - 3:15PM Pelham Promenaders

Thursday

9:00AM - 1:00PM Mahjong

1:00PM - 1:45PM Bingo

Fridays

9:30AM - 11:30AM Open Paint

10:30AM - 11:30AM Tai Chi

12:00PM - 1:00PM Exercise

12:00PM - 3:00PM Cards and Games

2:00PM - 3:00PM Ballroom Dancing

SENIOR CENTERRegistration at Senior Center

Tai Chi Day: Fridays Dates: January 3 – March 27 Cost: Free Time: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. Age: 55 & Up Location: Pelham Senior Center Tai Chi is a graceful, slow-moving, mind and body art form. The benefits are mental clarity, improved balance, increased flexibility, strength, and range of motion. Registration: No Pre-Registration Necessary

Zumba Gold Day: Wednesdays Dates: January 8 – March 25 Cost: Free Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon Age: 55 & Up Location: Pelham Senior Center Zumba Gold is a low impact exercise for those who enjoy Latin and world rhythms. Choreography focuses on balance, range of motion, and coordination. Come ready to sweat and leave empowered and feeling strong. Registration: No Pre-Registration Necessary

Leisure Activities Bingo Day: Thursdays Dates: January 2 – March 26 Cost: Free Time: 1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m. Age: 55 & Up Location: Pelham Senior Center Play up to two cards and win prizes. Registration: No Pre-Registration Necessary

Brush Up on Your Bridge Game Day: Wednesdays Dates: February 5 – 26 Cost: Free Time: 1:15 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. Age: 55 & Up Location: Pelham Senior Center Was JFK president the last you bid “slam” or do you think the Gerber Convention is about baby food? Come brush up on your rusty bridge skills during the four-week class. Then join our Party Bridge group and make new friends while you keep your mind active. Space limited to eight. Registration: January 2 – February 4

Cards and Games Day: Fridays Dates: January 3 – March 27 Cost: Free Time: 12:00 noon – 3:00 p.m. Age: 55 & Up Location: Pelham Senior Center Playing cards can be a pastime that offers pleasure and social enjoyment. Come play a game you already know or learn a new one or bring your own favorite board or card game. Canasta, Mexican Train, Rook, Rummikub, Skip-Bo, Hand and Foot, etc. Registration: No Pre-Registration Necessary

Duplicate Bridge Day: Mondays Dates: January 6 – March 30 Cost: Free Time: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Age: 55 & Up Location: Pelham Senior Center Playing bridge regularly helps keep your brain alert and keeps your memory active. Registration: See Senior Center Front Desk

Mahjong Day: Thursdays Dates: January 2 – March 26 Cost: Free Time: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Age: 55 & Up Location: Pelham Senior Center This tile based game helps to improve your cognitive development and memory skills. Registration: No Pre-Registration Necessary

Men’s Coffee Day: Wednesdays Dates: January 8 – March 25 Cost: Free Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Age: 55 & Up Location: Pelham Senior Center Come join the group as they discuss current events and other topics of the day. Registration: No Pre-Registration Necessary

Party Bridge Day: Wednesdays Dates: January 8 – March 25 Cost: Free Time: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Age: 55 & Up Location: Pelham Senior Center Playing bridge regularly stimulates your brain and helps keep your memory active and your brain alert. Come learn, laugh, and have fun. Current bridge players are welcomed. Registration: No Pre-Registration Necessary