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Bexley Recreation Department Activities Brochure
Fall, 2021
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About Bexley Recreation
165 N. Parkview Ave.
Hours of Operation: COVID Update
Bexley, Ohio 43209 www.bexley.org/recreation
8:00am - 4:30pm, Mon. - Fri. The Bexley Recreation & Parks Department (BRPD) is located
in Jeffrey Mansion on the 3rd floor. Business hours are
Bexley.org/recreation Monday through Friday from 8:00am - 4:30pm, but the
facebook.com/bexleyrec building is currently closed to the public due to COVID
twitter.com/bexleymayor safety measures as well as Jeffrey Mansion Preschool
pinterest.com/cityofbexley being in session. We are conducting business over the
phone, online and also accepting appointments. Please
Mayor contact us at (614) 559-4300 or by email at
Ben Kessler recreation@bexley.org.
City Council Jeffrey Park
Lori Ann Feibel.; Matt Klingler; Monique Lampke; Troy www.bexley.org/parks
Markham; Jen Robinson; Jessica Saad; Richard Sharp Jeffrey Park consists of nearly 40 acres, including the two
Commonwealth Parks located on the east side of
Recreation Board Parkview Avenue. A large portion south and west of Jeffrey
Ann Brennan; Roger Carroll; Clare Ceballos; Matt McPeek; Mansion is a natural woodland traversed by walking trails.
Victoria Powers (School Bd); Jessica Sparks; Manika Williams Alum Creek forms the park’s western boundary. Other
recreation opportunities include a tot lot and playground
Recreation & Parks for children, two tennis courts, four pickleball courts, picnic
Director: Michael Price areas with grills, a play field, two shelter houses and the
Deputy Director: Natalie Mullin community aquatic facility. Jeffrey Park is open for visitors to
Recreation Supervisor: Barb Greiner enjoy daily from dawn until dusk.
Recreation Supervisor: Katie Sarvas
Recreation Supervisor: Kevin Smith Program Information
Recreation Supervisor (55+): Kristen Schweitzer www.bexleyrec.com
Preschool Director: Catie Swendal This brochure does not necessarily contain all of the activities
Recreation Coordinator: Emily Sweet that will be sponsored by BRPD. Contact us or visit us online
Recreation Coordinator: Collin Cain for more program information. You may also find program
Event Coordinator: Lauren Miller and event information in This Week Bexley News. BRPD
Office Administrator: Emily Perfect reserves the right to use photographs taken in classes and
Jeffrey Park Grounds Supervisor: Ron Gould programs to be used in advertisements and brochures for
Grounds Maintenance: Adam Myers department promotions.
Service Worker: Craig Middlemus
Service Worker: Craig Yantko Payment Information
Service Worker: Sean Markos Payment is required for all programs at the time of
registration prior to the start of an activity.
Bexley Recreation Board
The Bexley Recreation Board consists of six Bexley residents
appointed by Mayor Kessler. The Bexley School Board
recommends one member. Board members volunteer for a
three (3) year term and meet a minimum of once a month.
Board meetings are held the first Wednesday of each month
at 5:30pm at City Hall. The public is invited to attend.
City Contacts
Emergency: 911
Police Non-Emergency: (614) 559-4444 Finance Department: (614) 559-4260
Fire Department: (614) 221-2345 Mayor’s Office: (614) 559-4210
Poison Control: (614) 228-1323 Service Department: (614) 559-4220
Recreation + Parks: (614) 559-4300 Water Department: (614) 559-4270
Building + Zoning Department: (614) 559-4240 Franklin County Board of Health: (614) 462-7487
City Attorney: (614) 559-4200 Capital Area Humane Society: (614) 777-7387
City Council: (614) 559-4200 Bexley Public Library: (614) 231-2793
Communications + Marketing: (614) 559-4255 Animal Control: (614) 559-4444
Development Department: (614) 559-4210
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Fall 2021 Table of Contents Info and Notes Registration Info 4 Facility Rentals 5-6 Child Care & Early Childhood Activities Jeffrey Preschool 7 BACpack/SOCO 8 Activities 9 - 10 Youth Activities Dance Program 11 Youth Basketball 16 - 17 Activities 12 - 15, 18, 19 Adult Activities Yoga 20 - 21 Activities/Leagues 22 - 23 55+ Activities Activities 24 Community Activities Community Activities 25 - 28 Front Cover: 2019 Youth Triathlon School Competition; Winners - Maryland Elem. Inside Cover: The Jeffrey Mansion Expansion Project features the new Carriage Court Rental Space. More facility rental information can be found on page 5!
Registration FAQ Activity Policies
Cancellation & Refund Policy
Info and Notes
When does registration open? To receive a full refund, you must cancel participation in
Bexley resident activity registration opens Aug. 9, 2021 at an activity no later than two (2) weeks prior to the start of
12:00pm. Non-Bexley resident registration opens the activity. A 5% processing fee of the activity cost will be
Aug. 11, 2021 at 12:00pm. charged for all refunds. You do have the option to take a
full refund with the processing fee or you may credit your
What registration platform supports Bexley Rec? account with no processing fee. Refunds will not be issued
We have switched registration softwares from ActiveNet to once an activity has started.
MyRec. For more information on why we made this switch,
please visit www.bexley.org/activitybrochure. Refund Exceptions
For any changes made by Bexley Recreation after an
How do I access the registration website? individual has already registered for the activity (i.e. Change
It’s so simple! Just go to www.bexleyrec.com to start viewing in activity dates, times, and/or costs, or class cancellation), a
available activities today! full refund will be applied. Not subject to changes that are
beyond our control.
Do I need to set up a new account?
Yes. If you have not yet set up your account in MyRec, you Credit Policy
will be required to do so prior to registering for any activities. If an activity is dropped within 2 weeks prior to the start
of the activity, the fee originally paid may be kept on your
How do I register for an activity? account as a credit. This credit will only be granted if the
Once you have created an account, you can begin searching drop does not take the class registration below the class
Activities by selecting Register and then Programs or Search minimum or the class is waitlisted and we are able to fill your
Programs. Please note, Programs are considered to be the registration spot. There is no service fee for a credit.
“parent” and the Activities listed under the program are the
actual Activities that you will register for online. You can only Waitlist Policy
register for the active Activities, not Programs. Participants will automatically be placed on a waitlist if an
activity has met its maximum capacity.
• If spots become available, participants will be
notified by phone or email . Please respond as soon
as possible if notified about an opening.
• If confirmation is not received within 24 hours, the
next available person on the waitlist will be notified.
Activity Cancellation Policy
If an activity is canceled by Bexley Recreation for inclement
weather, the department will try to reschedule the activity.
If unable to do so, participants are not entitled to a prorated
refund.
Is there a processing fee for registering online with a
credit card?
Yes. You will be required to pay a 1% fee on your total bill. COVID-19 Information
Please note, this is 2.5% less than our previous registration We will be following all federal, state, and local guidelines
software. as it relates to all programs to ensure the safety of our
participants, instructors, coaches and spectators. In
Is there In-Person registration? many cases, spectators will be limited per activity. Safety
Not currently due to COVID-19, but if you encounter any measures will be put in place based on the structure of
issues during online registration, please call us at each activity.
(614) 559-4300 or email us at recreation@bexley.org.
COVID-19 Related Refunds
If the BRPD at any point is forced to shut down in-person
activities due to COVID-19, we will first try to pivot to
online (Zoom) if able. In the event we cannot hold a class
online, then we will issue credits or refunds.
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Jeffrey Mansion Rentals Shelter House Rentals
Info And Notes
The Jeffrey Mansion Expansion project is complete with the Memorial Shelter House (165 N. Parkview Ave.)
exception of a few items. We have been holding reservations Capacity: 100
since May 2021 in both the Jeffrey House (1st Floor Space) The Shelter House is open for reservations any day of
and the Carriage Court (new expansion space). the year, by Bexley Residents only, except on days Bexley
Recreation has a scheduled event. There is a serving area for
2021 Rentals food and two family size grills on the east side. Private grills
We are currently operating at normal capacity and may not be brought in without prior approval. Men’s and
reservation requests are available for up to one year in women’s restrooms are located on the east and west sides.
advance. Visit our website to view the reservation request
Clifton Shelter House (2100 Clifton Ave.) Not for
policy.
Capacity: 80 Rent 2021
Fee Structure + Policies The Shelter House is open for reservations any day of the
Please visit www.bexley.org/facilityrentals for more year by Bexley Residents only; except during Jeffrey Summer
information on all of our fees and event policies. Camp (1st Monday after school lets out through the last
Tuesday before school resumes). The Clifton Shelter may
COVID-19 Policies only be reserved on Fridays from 6:30 - 10:00pm or Saturdays
All events will be required to follow the most current federal, & Sundays from 8:00am - 10:00pm. (It will not be available
state and local guidelines. As this is a fluid situation, it is not Monday – Thursday).
out of the question that scheduled events may be asked to
postpone or cancel. If BRPD is forced to close the facility, a Shelter House Hours & Rates
full refund will be issued. Hour minimum: 2 hrs. (must include set-up and clean-up)
Fee: $20/hour (paid in full at time of reservation)
To Reserve Online: Go to www.bexleyrec.com for
availability (Under the Facilities Tab) and to complete your
online permit. If you need any assistance, you can reach us at
(614) 559-4300 or recreation@bexley.org.
Jeffrey Mansion Preferred Caterers
Mansion Rental Information
www.bexley.org/facilityrentals
Event Coordinator: Lauren Miller
lmiller@bexley.org
(614) 559-4308
Bexley Recreation & Parks Department Activities Brochure / Fall 2021 5
Community information
Field + Court Permits 2021 Block Party Activity Kit (BPAK)
Funded by the Bexley Community Foundation, the BPAK is a
Info and Notes
Field Permits trailer full of supplies any Bexley neighborhood street would
Field permits follow a specific schedule and cannot be need to hold a successful BLOCK PARTY! The BPAK is available
reserved online. All field permit requests will be a part of the for rental any day of the week by a Bexley resident, Bexley
field permit schedule as shown below. For more information, School Group, or Bexley Community Group and must be
please contact Kevin Smith. used within Bexley City Limits.
Season Dates Lottery (Class A3) Time
Fall Aug. 9 - Dec. 31 Fri., Aug. 13 Virtual
Pickleball + Tennis Court General Use
Unscheduled Free Play
Solomon Pickleball Courts are available from 7 a.m. – All BPAK rentals are first-come, first-serve up to one (1) year
dusk on a first come, first served basis. Anyone may use in advance. For more detailed information about what is in
the courts when not in use for Scheduled Open Play the BPAK, please go to www.bexley.org/bpak.
or other Bexley Recreation programming. When others
are waiting, please limit court time to 2 hours. Hoffman To sumbit a permit request: www.bexleyrec.com
Tennis Courts are not permitted for pickleball use outside of Requests received will be approved based on availability
Scheduled Open Play. (See page 23 for more information on You will be contacted to complete the permit and make
scheduled open play) payment over the phone.
Pickleball + Tennis Court Reservations Rental Fee: $100 (due at the time of the approved rental)
Court reservations are available to Bexley residents on Damage Deposit: A credit card will be kept on file in the
a limited basis when not in use for Scheduled Open event any items are damaged or lost.
Play or Bexley Recreation programming. Individuals
may reserve one court for up to 2 hours once per week. The Bexley Historical Society Museum
Reservation requests may be submitted online and will Jeffrey Caretaker’s Cottage bexleyhistory@gmail.com
not be finalized until approved by BRPD Staff. For more 2080 Clifton Ave. bexleyhistoricalsociety.org
information, please contact Kristen Schweitzer. Bexley, OH 43209 A 501(c)(3) Organization
(614) 559-4360
To submit a permit request for courts:
www.bexleyrec.com
For more information on field or court permits, please
visit www.bexley.org/facilityrentals.
Field Permits Contact
Kevin Smith - ksmith@bexley.org
Court Permits Contact The Museum is open the first Sunday of each month
Kristen Schweitzer - kschweitzer@bexley.org from 1 - 3 p.m. It is also open by appointment. Social
distancing observed and masks required. You can also
check out the website for a variety of the society’s
activities.
DARN seeks to use community assets to Bexley Historical Society updates:
meet community needs. To learn about The newest exhibit at the Museum is an extensive
other opportunities to help local children
collection showcasing Russ Owen, teacher and coach
at Bexley High School from 1950 to the early 1980s.
and families, please visit our website: The exhibit takes the viewer through Owen’s life - from
www.darncares.org. growing up in an orphanage, to a world-class track
athlete at The Ohio State University, to World War II and
the Army in the South Pacific, and then his career at
Bexley High School.
6 Activities Brochure / Fall 2021 Bexley Recreation & Parks Department
Jeffrey Mansion Preschool
3 & 4 Year-Old Program
This program is designed for children entering a group
experience for the first time. The teachers work to help the
children establish trusting, positive relationships and build
Jeffrey mansion preschool
a classroom community that flourishes with creative, joyful
learning. Child must be potty trained.
Program* Time Day Cost
3-day half 8:00am - 12:00pm M, W, F $260
3-day full 7:30am - 5:15pm M, W, F $570
5-day half 8:00am - 12:00pm M-F $365
5-day full 7:30am - 5:15pm M-F $715
Current School Year: Aug. 23, 2021 - May 27, 2022
*3-day half/full and 5-day half/full programs are combined and there will be
a specified max number of students based on availability within each.
3 & 4 Program Age: Child must be 3 years old by Jul. 31
4 & 5 Program Age: Child must be 4 years old by Jul. 31
JMP Contact & Information
Both programs are waitlisted. To inquire about the wait
4 & 5 Year-Old Program
list and/or a tour of JMP please contact JMP Director Catie This program is designed for children who are preparing to
Swendal at (614) 559-4311 or cswendal@bexley.org. enter Kindergarten. To ensure Kindergarten readiness, daily
lessons are aligned with Preschool Standards set forth by
For more information about JMP, please visit the Ohio Department of Education, and are presented in a
www.bexley.org/jmp. manner conducive for all learning styles.
The preschool is located on the 2nd floor of Jeffrey Mansion. Program* Time Day Cost
Daily experiences and project work includes, but is not 5-day half 7:30am - 5:15pm M-F $365
limited to, language arts, math, art, social studies, and 5-day full 7:30am - 5:15pm M-F $715
science as well as physical development in the motor room
*These are combined and there will be a specified max number of students
and on the playground located in beautiful 34-acre Jeffrey based on availability within each.
Park. We are licensed by the State of Ohio and maintain an
8:1 student/teacher ratio. The State requirement is 12:1. Our
Jeffrey Park Playground Public Use:
teaching staff is qualified and experienced in Early Childhood
For the safety of our preschool and summer camp
education and development. We celebrate diversity and
programs during COVID-19, the public playground at
relationship building to become a collaborative learning
Jeffrey Park has limited hours for the general public
community brought together by the common interest of
during preschool and summer camp use Monday - Friday.
providing enriching experiences for the children.
Please contact the Recreation Office with any questions at
(614) 559-4300.
JMP Registration Information 2023-23
New Bexley Resident Families: Jan. 10, 2022, 12:00pm Weekdays (Thru Aug. 23 - May 27, 2022)
New Non-Resident Families: Jan. 18, 2022, 12:00pm Dawn to 9:30am
12:00 - 4:00pm
The program information listed on this page is an 5:15 - Dusk
accurate description for the 2022-23 school year. Please
note, that program times and costs may change from Weekends (Dawn to Dusk)
what is shown here. Updated information will be Open all day for public use.
advertised in the Winter-Spring 2022 Activity Brochure.
Bexley Recreation & Parks Department Activities Brochure / Summer 2021 7
Child Care Programming
Child Care programming
Date: Aug. 19, 2021 - June 2, 2022 Grade: K - 5th Date: Sep. 7, 2021 - Apr. 15, 2022 Grade: K - 5th
Day: Mon. - Fri. Day: Mon. - Fri. Time: 7:00am - 6:00pm
We are excited to continue onto our 6th year to provide the SOCO is designed to meet the needs of parents and
Before/After Care Program for Maryland, Cassingham, and the energy of kids by offering a safe and fun camp-like
Montrose students for the 2021-22 school year. experience for kids to attend when school is out.
Monthly Rates Event Date Location Cost
Option Time Cost Rosh Hashanah Sep. 7 TBA $41
AM Care Only 7:00am - Start of School Day $135/mo. Yom Kippur Sep. 16 TBA $41
PM Care Only End of School Day - 6:00pm $227/mo. Staff Work Day Oct. 18 TBA $41
AM & PM Care AM & PM Coverage $355/mo. Staff Work Day Oct. 19 TBA $41
No School Nov. 1 TBA $41
Daily Rates No School Nov. 2 TBA $41
Option Time Cost Thanksgiving Nov. 24 TBA $41
AM Care Only 7:00am - Start of School Day $10/day MLK DAY Jan. 17 TBA $41
PM Care Only End of School Day - 6:00pm $20/day No School Feb. 18 TBA $41
AM & PM Care AM & PM Coverage $28/day Presidents’ Day Feb. 21 TBA $41
Good Friday Apr. 15 TBA $41
Full Day Coverage* All Days n/a $369
*Purchase all 11 days at 9 days cost and save $82.
Event Date Location Cost
Winter Break I* Dec. 20 - 23 Maryland $140
Winter Break II* Dec. 27 - 30 Maryland $140
Spring Break* Mar. 14 - 18 Maryland $175
Complete Year** All Days & Weeks n/a $830
*Winter & Spring Breaks will have individual day registration available.
**Purchase all daily and weekly coverage for $830 and save $114.
BACpack & SOCO Information & Contact
For forms and information on either program, please visit
our websites at www.bexley.org/bacpack or
www.bexley.org/soco. Contact Katie Sarvas for additional
Online Registration for BACpack & SOCO questions: (614) 559-4300; ksarvas@bexley.org
(www.bexleyrec.com)
All returning and new families will be required to
complete the online registration and an ODJFS paperwork
packet before a child can attend BACpack or SOCO. All
registration packets will be accept via email, fax, or in-
person at the Rec Office, but will be subject to availability.
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Early Childhood Activities
Soccer Tykes Jr. Sporties for Shorties
Location: Schneider Park Instructor: Coach Chris Location: Montrose Gym Instructor: Coach Chris
Cost: $40 Age: 3 Cost: $40 Age: 3
Early Childhood Activities
We will take your little one through the basic skills of soccer. Sporties for Shorties is full of fun and games to get little ones
We use fun and engaging games in which each child has a moving! We focus on the fundamental motor skills. your
ball for the most practice possible. child will develop skills and have a ball at the same time!
Date Time Day Date Time Day
Aug. 31 - Sep. 21 4:30 - 5:00pm Tue. Oct. 26 - Nov. 30* 4:45 - 5:15pm Tue.
Aug. 31 - Sep. 21 5:15 - 5:45pm Tue. Oct. 26 - Nov. 30* 5:15 - 5:45pm Tue.
Aug. 31 - Sep. 21 6:00 - 6:30pm Tue. Nov. 6 - Dec. 4+ 10:00 - 10:30am Sat.
Sep. 4 - 25 10:00 - 10:30am Sat. *No Class Nov. 2, 23.
+No Class Nov. 27.
Soccer Tykes Basketball Skills
Location: JSC Field Instructor: Coach Chris Location: Montrose Gym Instructor: Coach Chris
Cost: $65 Age: 4 - 5 Cost: $45 Age: 4 - 5
We will take your little one through basic skills of soccer, This class will provide an opportunity for players to improve
from dribbling to kicking to game play. We use fun and in all areas of of basketball. In addition to individual skill
engaging games in which each child has a ball for the most training, we learn the fundamentals of team play. This allows
practice possible. every player the opportunity to touch the ball more regularly
during class.
Date Time Day
Sep. 1 - Oct. 6 4:30 - 5:15pm Wed. Date Time Day
Sep. 1 - Oct. 6 5:30 - 6:15pm Wed. Nov. 3 - Dec. 1* 4:45 - 5:30pm Wed.
Sep. 1 - Oct. 6 6:15 - 7:00pm Wed. Nov. 3 - Dec. 1* 5:30 - 6:15pm Wed.
Sep. 4 - Oct. 9 10:45 - 11:30am Sat. Oct. 26 - Nov. 30** 5:45 - 6:30pm Tue.
Nov. 6 - Dec. 4*** 10:45 - 11:30am Sat.
*No Class Nov. 24.
**No Class Nov. 2, 23.
***No Class Nov. 27.
Bexley Recreation & Parks Department Activities Brochure / Fall 2021 9
Early Childhood Activities
Gym Skills Program Messy Art
Location: Jeffrey Mansion Location: Clifton Shelter House
Cost: $66 Age: 2 - 4
Age: Walking - 5 Years Cost: $48
Early Childhood Activities
Sign up your little one to get MESSY! Paint like Jackson
Pollack with spray bottles & misters! Let’s explore all the
Gym Tots (Walking to 3 Years Old) senses with fun materials like painting with spaghetti! In this
This is a parent participation class designed to welcome class our art is viewed as a creative journey or process, rather
very young athletes into a gym. Children will be able to than just the end product.
explore the equipment and learn exercise while having fun!
Gymnastics will help establish balance, flexibility, muscle Session Date Time Day
memory, body position and beginner tumbling. Our classes I Sep. 14 - Oct. 5 11:00 - 11:30am Tue.
consist of stretches, obstacle courses and activities on
II Oct. 12 - Nov. 2 11:00 - 11:30am Tue.
equipment.
Session Date Time Day
I Sep. 13 - Oct. 4 4:00 - 4:35pm Mon.
II Oct. 11 - Nov. 1 4:00 - 4:35pm Mon. Culinary Institute of Piccadilly
III Nov. 8 - Dec. 6* 4:00 - 4:35pm Mon. Location: Jeffrey Mansion
*No Class Nov. 22.
Age: 18 mo. - 5
Cost: $64
Gym Explorers (3 - 5 Years Old) Kids will taste each ingredient as we create yummy no
This class will introduce students to learning basic bake dishes such as guacamole, buckeyes, rainbow roll-ups
gymnastics skills with the instructor. Children will begin and much more! The younger mini-chefs will need you by
learning basic gymnastics skills and proper techniques. their side as they work the blender or food processor, mash
Children will work on skills and drills to establish their avocado, or cut pepper. Bigger master chefs will be just fine
balance, flexibility, strength and coordination. Gymnastics on their own, but parents are welcome to stay. You’ll find
related games, learning activities, and obstacle courses your little one less intimidated by new foods as they gain an
will be incorporated along the way. They will be able to understanding of how it is prepared.
experience the fun of gymnastics and getting active!
Session Date Time Day
Session Date Time Day I Oct. 1 - 22 11:00 - 11:30am Fri.
I Sep. 13 - Oct. 4 4:40 - 5:15pm Mon. II Oct. 29 - Nov. 19 11:00 - 11:30am Fri.
II Oct. 11 - Nov. 1 4:40 - 5:15pm Mon.
III Nov. 8 - Dec. 6* 4:40 - 5:15pm Mon.
*No Class Nov. 22.
Donate now for the Bexley Senior’s
Trash & Treasure event!
All proceeds will support senior activities
in Bexley. We are able to take just about
anything you want to part with (except
clothing). Please call Kristen Schweitzer at
(614) 559-4310 if you have any donations or
questions. Find more details on page 25!
10 Activities Brochure / Fall 2021 Bexley Recreation & Parks DepartmentDAnce program
Pre-Ballet Ballet & Tap (6 - 8)
Location: Jeffrey Mansion Instructor: Varies Location: Jeffrey Mansion Instructor: Zmuda
Cost: $115 Age: 3 Cost: $125 Age: 6 - 8
This class is an introduction to dance and movement This combination class is an introduction to beginner
for a three year old child. Students will learn basic ballet, technique in ballet and tap for six to eight year olds. Students
musicality and coordination through creative play. Students will learn beginner level steps, musicality and coordination
must have ballet shoes. A parent or caregiver needs to be through classroom exercises and creative choreography.
present during class. Students must have ballet shoes and tap shoes for this class.
Date Time Day Instructor Date Time Day
dance program
Sep. 14 - Nov. 30* 5:30 - 6:00pm Tue. Hanna Sep. 8 - Nov. 10 6:00 - 6:45pm Wed.
Sep. 8 - Nov. 10 4:00 - 4:30pm Wed. Zmuda Sep. 8 - Nov. 10 6:45 - 7:30pm Wed.
Sep. 2 - Nov. 11+ 4:00 - 4:30pm Thu. Zmuda
Hip Hop
Ballet & Tap (4 - 5) Location: Jeffrey Mansion Instructor: Hanna
Location: Jeffrey Mansion Instructor: Varies Cost: $125 Age: 6 - 9
Cost: $125 Age: 4 - 5 We are offering Hip Hop classes for both boys and girls this
This combination class is an introduction to basic technique year. Students will explore basic moves and routines for
in ballet and tap for four and five year olds. Students will the hip hop style through classroom exercises and create
learn basic steps, musicality and coordination through choreography. Students should have tennis shoes or flat
classroom exercises and creative play. Students must have athletic shoes (ex. converse, keds, vans, etc) for class.
ballet shoes and tap shoes for this class.
Session Date Time Day
Date Time Day Instructor
Boys Sep. 13 - Nov. 15 5:30 - 6:15pm Mon.
Sep. 14 - Nov. 30* 6:00 - 6:45pm Tue. Hanna
Girls Sep. 13 - Nov. 15 6:30 - 7:15pm Mon.
Sep. 8 - Nov. 10 4:30 - 5:15pm Wed. Zmuda
Sep. 8 - Nov. 10 5:15 - 6:00pm Wed. Zmuda
Sep. 2 - Nov. 11+ 4:30 - 5:15pm Thu. Zmuda
Sep. 2 - Nov. 11+ 5:30 - 6:15pm Thu. Zmuda Jazz Dance
Location: Jeffrey Mansion Age: 6 - 9
Days Off Schedule for All Classes Cost: $125
*Tue. Classes - No Class Oct. 12, Nov. 23.
Students will learn basic steps and musicality for the
+Thu. Classes - No Class Oct. 28.
jazz style through classroom exercise and and creative
choreography. Students should have jazz shoes for this
Dance Instructors: class.
Jennifer Zmuda has a Masters of Fine Arts with a
Date Time Day Instructor
Choreographic Emphasis from the University of California,
Irvine and a Bachelors of Fine Arts with a Teaching Emphasis Sep. 14 - Nov. 30* 6:45 - 7:30pm Tue. Hanna
from the University of Utah.
Fall to Winter Dance Registration
Mackenzie Hanna has worked with children of all ages as a
There is no recital for the Fall Dance Program. All
teacher of both dance and Spanish. She has been dancing
participants who are enrolled in the Fall Dance Program
since high school starting on the Gahanna Lionette Dance
will have the opportunity to register early for the Winter
Team. After college, she has danced and choreographed
Dance Program, which includes a Spring Recital. To
for the theater company SNAP! and is a member of the
qualify for early registration, you must be registering for
Columbus professional New Vision Dance Company.
the exact same class as enrolled in for the Fall Dance
Program (same time, day, instructor). You will receive an
email notification when early registration opens.
Bexley Recreation & Parks Department Activities Brochure / Winter & Spring 2021 11Youth Activities
Miniature Madness Art in the Park with Anna
Location: Jeffrey Mansion Instructor: Perfect Location: Clifton Shelter House
Cost: $40 Age: 7 - 12 Instructor: Sokol*
Age: 5 - 10
There’s no getting around it - tiny things are adorable. If your
Cost: $125
kids love miniatures, then this is the class for them. Join us
for miniature madness and we will learn to make ALL the
tiny things. We will explore many art techniques using various supplies
during our eight-week course while learning about the
Date Time Day foundations, principles, and history of Art. Anna will
Nov. 4 - Dec. 2* 4:30 - 5:45pm Thu. focus each lesson on multicultural Art, famous artists, fun
techniques, or nature Art. We will create projects that build
*No class Nov. 25.
on each other from week to week, making your child’s
connection to the lesson deepen and further comprehend
the final masterpiece. All supplies included. Siblings or pod-
groups may be seated together.
Secret Gift Making Shop
Location: Jeffrey Mansion Instructor: Perfect Date Time Day
Youth Activities
Cost: $25 Age: 6 - 12 Aug. 22 - Oct. 10 11:00am - 12:00pm Sun.
Shhh It’s a secret !
If your children are looking for a way to make a special gift
then this is the class for them. At “The North Jeffrey Pole”
there will be music, hot cocoa, and lots of crafting materials. Mini Masters
All you need to do is bring your creativity! Join Miss Emily, Location: Jeffrey Mansion
one of Santa’s special Elves, as she gives you great gift ideas Instructor: Sokol*
and will help you create a special gift! Age: 4 - 11
Cost: $100
Date Time Day
Dec. 15 4:30 - 6:00pm Wed.
Students will learn about various master artists in history
while focusing on experimenting with different types of
media, styles, and techniques. Projects will continue from
Thank You Bexley July 4th 5K Sponsors! week-to-week, creating a further depth and understanding
of each lesson. Owner of Art with Anna, Anna Sokol, will be
teaching each class. Dress in art clothes, just in case, and
be prepared for exciting masterpieces you will be proud to
display!
Age Date Time Day
4-5 Oct. 6 - 27 3:00 - 3:45pm Wed.
6-8 Oct. 6 - 27 4:00 - 4:45pm Wed.
9 - 11 Oct. 6 - 27 5:00 - 5:45pm Wed.
*Anna Sokol joins us from Art with Anna, previously on East Main Street
and most recently on North Cassady Avenue. Anna is a licensed art
educator with a bachelor’s degree from Capital University and an art
studio owner of twelve years. Anna reinvented her business through
the pandemic by adding virtual art classes, takeaway art kits, monthly
memberships, and leaving the massive studio behind for her very own
private backyard art studio.
12 Activities Brochure / Fall 2021 Bexley Recreation & Parks DepartmentYouth Activities
Better Baby Sitters Chess Program
Location: Maryland Library Instructor: Enriching Kidz Location: Jeffrey Mansion Instructor: Jones
Cost: $114 Age: 10 - 14 Cost: $125 Age: 7 - 11
Would your child know what to do if the child they were Candidate Master coach Kyle Jones welcomes students of
babysitting were choking? Does your child babysit their all ages and levels to come learn the storied game of chess.
younger siblings? Your child will learn the skills needed to be Whether you are just learning the game or an experienced
a Better Baby Sitter! This class includes guest speakers from veteran, coach Jones makes sure to integrate all levels into
local Police and Fire Departments. All students will receive his lesson planning to ensure everyone is able to learn. In
their own first aid kit to take home. Registration Deadline: addition to the comprehensive lessons, Mr. Jones utilizes a
Sep. 16. chess playing interface (lichess.org) to provide the students
with an opportunity to practice their techniques.
Date Time Day Date Time Day
Sep. 22 - Oct. 13 4:00 - 5:30pm Wed. Sep. 2 - Oct. 28* 6:15 - 7:15pm Thu.
*No class Sep. 16.
Youth ACTIVITIES
Kidz Home Alone
Location: Maryland Library Instructor: Enriching Kidz
Tae Kwon Do
Cost: $75 Age: 8 - 11 Location: Jeffrey Mansion Instructor: LaVerdiere
Day: Varies Age: 7 - 13
Are you ready to educate your child about the
responsibilities of being home alone? Our goal is to assist Beginner (Tue. + Thu.)
every student to feel more comfortable while home alone. This class will provide an atmosphere where you can learn
This interactive course teaches topics such as First Aid, Self various virtues of the martial arts that include self-discipline,
Heimlich maneuver, reasons to call 911, fire escape plans, respect, concentration and competition.
microwave safety and how to problem-solve during ordinary
situations. Registration Deadline: Sep. 1 Session Date Time Cost
I Sep. 9 - Oct. 19 4:30 - 5:30pm $80
Date Time Day
II Nov. 2 - Dec. 9* 4:30 - 5:30pm $70
Sep. 14 + 21 4:00 - 5:00pm Tue.
*No Class Nov. 23, 25.
Intermediate (Mon. + Wed.)
All students will be taught on the principle of continuous
No Sleeves Magic improvement. You will not be compared to others, only to
yourself. Students must have completed the Beginner class
Location: BHS Community Room Instructor: Baker before registering for Intermediate class.
Cost: $76 Age: 6 - 11
Session Date Time Cost
This class is a fantastic introduction to magic for anyone
I Sep. 9 - Oct. 19 4:30 - 6:00pm $96
interested in the art of illusion and trickery. Professional
magician Carroll Baker will share with you the magic he has II Nov. 2 - Dec. 9* 4:30 - 6:00pm $80
performed for over 40 years! Previous magic experience is *No Class Nov. 23, 25.
not necessary. Just come prepared to learn the coolest, most
visual magic tricks ever invented! We will create your very
own magic box kit to house all of your tricks of the trade!
Date Grade Time Day
Sep. 9 - Oct. 21* 1-5 3:30 - 4:30pm Thu.
*No class Sep. 16.
Bexley Recreation & Parks Department Activities Brochure / Fall 2021 13Youth Activities
Chambers Music Spring + Summer Programs
Chamber’s Music Studio is located at 2738 E Main St. and has served the Bexley Community since
2013. Their mission is to bring people together through music! All in-person classes will require masks,
distancing, and hand sanitizer and there will be an IQ Air filtration system. For more information about
Chambers Music Studio, please visit us at www.chambersmusicstudio.com.
Uke Riffs + Rhythms Musical Theatre Experience
Location: Chambers Music Studio Instructor: Chambers Location: Chambers Music Studio Instructor: Chambers
Cost: $143* Age: 5 - 18 Cost: Varies Date: Oct. 25 - Dec. 13
Age: 4 - 18
Rock out to your favorite tune on this easy and fun
instrument - the ukulele! Students will learn how to play Explore the musical theatre world through singing and
typical chords used in many popular tunes. acting. Each course is tailored specifically to each student’s
personality, interests, and potential.
Grade Date Time Day
K-2 Sep. 13 - Oct. 18 5:00 - 5:30pm Mon. Age Time Day Cost
Youth Activities
3-5 Sep. 13 - Oct. 18 5:30 - 6:00pm Mon. 4-7 4:30 - 5:00pm Mon. $153
6-8 Sep. 13 - Oct. 18 6:00 - 6:30pm Mon. 8 - 12 5:30 - 6:15pm Mon. $180
9 - 12 Sep. 13 - Oct. 18 6:30 - 7:00pm Mon. 13 - 18 6:30 - 7:30pm Mon. $198
*Ukulele will be included in the fee. If you have one already, you will be
reimbursed $35 after registration.
Musical Landscapes
Location: Chambers Music Studio Instructor: Chambers
Ensemble Experience Cost: $72 Age: 4 - 7
Location: Chambers Music Studio Instructor: Chambers
Delve into the world of classical music while learning about
Cost: $175 Age: 12 - 18
famous classical music and composers. Students will listen to
Rock out to your favorite set of popular songs. Students classical music while creating their own artistic masterpieces.
will learn parts to their favorite popular songs written
and arranged specifically for each student based on their Session Date Time Day
experience and skill. The 6th week will be the performance at I Sep. 9 - 30 5:00 - 5:30pm Thu.
Johnson’s Ice Cream. II Oct. 7 - Nov. 4 5:00 - 5:30pm Thu.
Requirements: Students in middle or high school band
or orchestra will have appropriate skills for this class.
Students with 1-2 years experience in drums, ukulele, or
guitar are welcome as well as pianists and vocalists. Other Instrument Exploration: Brass
instrumentalists are welcome as well. Location: Chambers Music Studio Instructor: Chambers
Cost: $72 Age: 8 - 10
Date Time Day
Sep. 14 - Oct. 26 6:00 - 7:00pm Tue. Dive into the world of the brass family. Discover the
mechanics, enjoy the bold sounds, and determine your
favorite brass instruments in this creative, interactive class.
Students will learn about brass instruments, listen to brass
sounds and music, and build their own brass instrument
using typical household items.
Session Date Time Day
I Sep. 12 - Oct. 3 5:00 - 5:30pm Sun.
II Oct. 10 - Nov. 7 5:00 - 5:30pm Sun.
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Indoor Youth Tennis
Location: Montrose Gym Instructor: Cheses
Cost: Varies Day: Thu.
Kids Klinic is for students with limited playing experience.
Both classes are introductory with emphasis on ground
strokes.
Session Age Date Time Cost
Kids Klinic 6-8 Nov. 4 - Dec. 9* 4:45 - 5:30pm $58
Youth 9 - 12 Nov. 4 - Dec. 9* 5:30 - 6:30pm $64
*No Class Nov. 11 or 18 (TBD), and 25.
Location: Jeffrey Park Bexley Golf Instruction
Cost: Pre-Reg: $30 (through Aug. 20, 12:00pm)
Youth ACTIVITIES
Cost: Day of Triathlon: $35 (Begins 7:00am) Location: Jeffrey Mansion Front Field Instructor: Bower
Cost: $60 Age: 7 - 18
The Bexley Recreation and Parks Department will host the Come to learn a simple, but effective, method to the
9th Annual Splish, Splash, & Dash – Bexley Youth Triathlon fundamentals of golf. Instructor Gary Bower will teach you
sponsored by the Bexley Community Foundation’s Youth how to grip your clubs and the proper stance for hitting
and Recreation Fund on Saturday, August 21st. This is a great irons, hybrids, woods and wedges. You will learn what a
opportunity for our youth to challenge themselves, stay “hook” , “slice” and “topping the ball” are and how to fix them.
active, and all while having a fun time. Participants must provide their own golf clubs.
The triathlon will require participants to complete a Date Time Day
swimming, biking, and running course. With age divisions Aug. 28 + Sep. 11 11:00am - 1:00pm Sat.
ranging from under 6 to 14, varying distances will be
selected for each leg that are age appropriate.
**NEW** The 13-14 group will be running the same course as
the 11-12 group.
Age Swim Bike Run Time
6 & Under 25 Yds. .3 mi. .25 mi. 11:00am
7-8 50 Yds. 1.5 mi. .50 mi. 10:30am
9 - 10 100 Yds. 2 mi. .75 mi. 10:00am
11 - 12 150 Yds. 3 mi. 1.0 mi. 9:30am
13 - 14 150 Yds. 3 mi. 1.0 mi. 9:00am
Triathlon Enthusiast?
Grandview’s Annual Youth Triathlon is Saturday, Sept.
4, 2021! For more information, contact Taylor Tobias at
ttobias@grandviewheights.org.
https://www.grandviewheights.gov/322/Tri-The-Heights
Bexley Recreation & Parks Department Activities Brochure / Fall 2021 15Youth Activities
Youth Basketball 2021-22 K - 2nd Grade Leagues (Boys & Girls)
The Bexley Recreation & Parks Department is proud to Location: Varies Day: Sun.
continue to offer youth basketball leagues for the 2021-22 Cost: Varies
season to boys and girls ages 5 - 14. These leagues will learn the fundamentals & skills of
basketball while having fun and enjoying the sport!
Registration Deadlines
Leagues may reach the max number of participants Kindergarten Madness: Cassingham
BEFORE the deadline, which may cause your child to be Date Game Time Cost
waitlisted. Late registrations may be subject to league Nov. 7 - Feb. 6 12:30, 1:30, 2:30, 3:30pm $67
availability and a $10 late fee.
Boys Rookies League (1st & 2nd): Montrose
KMadness/Rookies/Semi-Pro + Pro: Fri., Oct. 8
Date Game Time Cost
Tim Stowe: Mon., Nov. 29
Nov. 7 - Feb. 6 1:45, 3:00, 4:15, 5:30pm $81
Coaches Meetings
Girls Rookies League (1st & 2nd): Montrose
All coaches will be asked to attend the coaches meeting
as it relates to their league. Items addressed will be coach Date Game Time Cost
Youth Activities
paperwork, rules, equipment, gym access, and other Nov. 7 - Feb. 6 12:30, 1:45pm $81
miscellaneous items. Background Checks and a Concussion
Certificate will be required for all coaches in the K-8th grade
leagues.
Rookies League (1st/2nd): Semi-Pro & Pro Leagues (Boys)
Thu., Nov. 4, 6:00pm @ Jeffrey Mansion
Location: BHS Gym Practices: Mon., Tue., Wed., or Thu.
Boy’s Semi-Pro/Pro Leagues (3rd-6th):
Cost: $95 Games: Sun.
Thu., Nov. 4, 7:00pm @ Jeffrey Mansion
Girl’s Semi-Pro/Pro Leagues (3rd-6th): These leagues will learn fundamentals, basic team plays and
Wed., Nov. 3, 6:00pm @ JCC concepts all while enjoying the sport!
Semi-Pro League (3rd & 4th grade)
Practices & Game Days
Practice days and times for 3rd-8th grade are based Date Game Time
on the coaches’ schedules. Be ready to practice on any Nov.7 - Feb. 20 3:30 or 4:45pm
weekday listed. Practice days/times will be assigned to
teams after the coaches meeting. Game days will be on Pro League (5th & 6th grade)
Sundays. There will be two scrimmages (Dec. 5th & 12th)
Date Game Time
for all leagues (1st-6th). Games will begin January 9th.
Nov.7 - Feb. 20 2:15pm
JTL Day of Champions (1st - 6th) & Tim Stowe (7th - 8th)
All leagues will participate in an end of the season Kindergarten Madness, Semi-Pro and Pro Leagues
tournament: No Basketball Dec. 19, 26 & Jan 2
Kindergarten Madness: League Evaluations
Sun., Feb. 6 @ Maryland Gym Location: TBA
Rookies League (1st/2nd): Saturday October 9th : 9am - 5pm
Sun., Feb. 6 @ Montrose Gym Sunday, October 10th: 12:30pm-7:45pm
Boy’s Semi-Pro/Pro Leagues (3rd – 6th): Monday, October 11th: 4:30pm-7:45pm
Sun., Feb. 20 @ BHS & BMS Gyms
Girl’s Semi-Pro/Pro Leagues (3rd – 6th): Evaluations will be 40 minute time slots. After
Sun., Feb. 20 @ JCC Gyms registration, you will be emailed an evaluation
Tim Stowe League: registration link to select a specific day and time for
TBA @ Maryland Gym your league.
16 Activities Brochure / Fall 2021 Bexley Recreation & Parks DepartmentYouth Activities
Semi-Pro & Pro Leagues (Girls) Thank You Baseball & Softball
Location: BHS Gym/JCC Practices: Mon., Tue., Wed., or Thu. Sponsors + Coaches!
Cost: $95 Games: Sun.
These leagues will learn fundamentals, basic team plays and
concepts all while enjoying the sport!
Erica Gardener
Semi-Pro League (3rd & 4th grade)
Date Game Time Location
Nov.7 - Feb. 20 3:30 pm JCC Gym
Pro League (5th & 6th grade)
Date Game Time Location We would also like to thank all of the other parents that
Nov.7 - Feb. 20 1:00pm BHS Gym helped out the coaches listed below!
Rookies Baseball 8U Softball
Gina Fiorino/Bill Kay Justin Morrow/Dana Mays/
Dave Holtzmuller/Adam Saad Jake Swinehart
Youth ACTIVITIES
Tim Stowe 7th & 8th League Laura Rosenthal/Scott Jared Moore/Dean Gardner/
Baldner Steve Dankof
Bexley Rec/JCC Greg Cuenot/Josh Price/Matt
Stanley 10U Softball
Location: Maryland Gym Game Days: Sun. Patrick Ambrosius/Andy Scott James/Steve Dankof/
Cost: $99 Practice Days: Thu. Schabo Jess Saad/Jill Monus
This league is for players living in Bexley or surrounding Kevin Ryan/Jake Swinehart
areas, who are not members of a school team. The focus 12U Softball
will be on improving the player’s skills that are needed at Minors Baseball Crag Kerns/Catherine Laing/
the Middle School level. Teams will have set practice times Chris Melville/Jud Dunham Nikki Brehm
and play seven regular season games and end with a single Greg Cuenot/Matt Stanley
elimination tournament. Ian Nickey/Tim Redding 15U Softball
David Lacki/Frank Zbacnik
Date Game Time Majors Baseball
Dec. 5 - Feb. 13 6:15, 7:15, 8:15pm Josh Sikich/Daniel Nathan/
Dean Gardner
Evals: TBD.
Volunteer Coaches and League/Team Sponsors
In order for the Bexley Rec Youth Basketball Leagues to
continue to thrive, we need the support of volunteer
coaches and league and/or team sponsors. Please contact
Kevin Smith at (614) 559-4300 or ksmith@bexley.org for
more information.
Bexley Recreation & Parks Department Activities Brochure / Fall 2021 17Youth Activities
NFL Flag Football Youth Cheerleading
Games: BHS Stadium Day: Games Sun. Games: BHS Stadium Day: Sun.
Practices: Cassingham Field Day: Practice Sun. Practices: Cassingham Gym Date: Aug. 29 - Oct. 24*
Cost: $99 Date: Aug. 22 - Oct. 24* Cost: $85
The 2021 Fall Bexley Recreation NFL Flag Football Program Come learn the fundamentals of cheerleading at Bexley
will have divisions for Rookies (Gr. 1 - 2), Veterans (Gr. 3 – 4), Recreation. Each Sunday, Bexley Youth Cheerleaders will
and All Pro (Gr. 5). This program is a great teaching tool learn new cheers and skills and cheer at the Flag Football
for the sport of football and a ton of fun. Former Buckeye games. All participants will receive a cheerleading program
and former NFL player Roger Harper will once again be t-shirt for the performance in front of parents at the end of
instructing this program. Roger brings a great deal of the activity.
experience, knowledge, and excitement to the program.
Cheerleading orientation will be Sunday, August 29
Division Grade Practice Time** Game Time** Max from 12:30 - 1:30pm at the CS Gym.
Rookies 1-2 12:30 - 1:30pm 1:30 - 2:30pm 72
Grade Practice Time Game Time
Veterans 3-4 1:30 - 2:30pm 2:30 - 3:30pm 42
1-6 12:30 - 1:30pm 1:30 - 2:30pm
All Pro 5-6 2:30 - 3:30pm 3:30 - 4:30pm 42
Youth Activities
*No Cheerleading Sep. 5.
*No Games Sep. 5.
**Practice and Game times may vary depending on how many teams are
registered per division. All practices will be one hour prior to the games on
Sundays.
Thank You Coaches & Sponsors!
Registration Deadline: Fri., Aug. 20 Thank You to Spring Flag Football Coaches & Sponsors!
Please note that even though there is a registration We would also like to thank all of the other parents that
deadline, leagues may reach the max number of helped out the coaches listed below!
participants BEFORE the deadline, which may cause your
child to be waitlisted. To avoid this, be sure to register
SP 21 Flag Football Coaches
early.! Any late registration will be subject to program
availability and will include a $20 late charge.
Rookies
Josh Price/Michael Price
Volunteer Coaches and League/Team Sponsors Jacob Swinehart/Jason Harr
In order for the NFL Football & Cheerleading programs Josh Fitzgerald/Fletch Fletcher
to continue to thrive, we need the support of volunteer Kevin Ryan/Pat Ryan
coaches and league and/or team sponsors. Please contact Chad Irving/Bart Craver
Kevin Smith at (614) 559-4300 or ksmith@bexley.org for more Ryan Schick/Jessica Olsheski
information. Kevin Albert/Matt Klingler
Jake Deveny/Gordon Evans
NFL Flag Football Evaluations Theo Niles/Mark Weiker
All players need to attend one evaluation day. Upon Adam Saad/Jonathan Mugler
registration, you will be required to select the date and time Tim Pitts/Michael Steele
that works best. Evaluations will be at Commonwealth Park. Brandon Goettel/Andrew Winkel
Sun., Aug. 22, 12:00 - 4:00pm (Comm. Park West)
Mon., Aug. 23, 4:00 - 7:00pm (Comm. Park West) Veterans
John Reehil/Andrew Post
Coaches Meeting Erik Bjornard/David Price
Thu., Aug. 26 @ 6:00pm (Location TBA) Devon Maestri/Jeff Eldersveld
Matt McPeek/Dave Orensten
Matt Harkleroad/Dave Spring
Mark Kinyon/Michael Ceballos
18 Activities Brochure / Fall 2021 Bexley Recreation & Parks DepartmentYouth Activities
Youth Wrestling Team
Location: BHS Wrestling Room Instructor: Garcia
Cost: $150 Age: 6 - 12
The Bexley Youth Wrestling Team is focused on developing
Youth Soccer Program Merger
fundamental wrestling skills, regardless of experience or
Fall 2021 (6U-10U)
ability level. The children will develop body control and
Set. 6 - Oct. 31
awareness, strength, speed, balance, and flexibility. We’ll also
develop physical courage, toughness and stamina in a fast-
Register Online at www.cesasoccer.org
paced and fun environment. Deadline: July 25, 2021
$25 Late Fee will be assessed if registered after August 6th, 2021
We also offer opportunities throughout the season to
compete and train with other youth teams. (Participation is We are excited to continue our partnership with Columbus
voluntary). East Soccer Association (CESA) for youth soccer programs.
Both Bexley Rec and CESA have a long-standing tradition in
Beginning in January, the program will practice only the community of providing accessible, well-structured soccer
on Tuesday evenings. Instead of Thursdays practices, programming and this merger will foster better opportunities
Youth ACTIVITIES
and allow soccer development in Bexley to climb to new
there will be voluntary tournaments on Sundays
heights.
throughout January and early February.
The under six (6) program takes place exclusively at Wolfe Park.
Date Time Day The under seven (7) through under ten (10) programs will
Nov. 9 - Feb. 6* 6:30 - 7:30pm Tue. & Thu. continue to be held at the CESA fields at Easton. Bexley Rec will
continue to support the program through practice space for all
*No Wrestling Dec. 14 - 30.
ages and game space for the U6 program, as well as through
feedback on the day-to-day operations and programming.
Questions? Contact Kevin Smith at ksmith@bexley.org.
Just For Kicks Winter Break Camp
Location: Montrose Gym Instructor: Dempsey CESA/BRPD Prep Academy Program
Cost: $75 Age: 5 - 12 CESA/BRPD Members: $125
Based on our successful summer camp program our Winter Non-members: $150
Dates: September 10th - October 29th
Break Camp is an opportunity to learn and play soccer in a
Register Online at www.cesasoccer.org
fun filled, warm, indoor setting right here in Bexley! All of
our camps are designed to emphasize the fundamentals The CESA/BRPD Under-6, Under-7 & Under-8 Prep Academy is
of the game for individual players of all levels. Just For Kicks an add-on to the CESA Recreational, U6, U7 and U8 programs.
develops needed skills in a FUN, instructional, and small- The Prep Academy, run by Columbus East FC coaches, is a youth
sided game setting for all participants. soccer development program for more serious and better skilled
CESA players. Participants will be provided with an additional
Date Time Day one-hour practice session on Friday evenings at CESA Easton
Dec. 20 - 22 9:00 - 11:00am Mon. - Wed. Fields, several games/scrimmages, a home and away practice
jersey, shorts, and socks. The Prep Academy players will be
For more information regarding the camp, please be sure to visit expected to wear their soccer kit for each practice session, and
www.bexleysoccer.com or contact Scott Dempsey at also for the scrimmages that will be played amongst each other
scott.dempsey@hotmail.com. throughout the season. Prep Academy players will still also be
expected to join their CESA recreational team for practice during
the week and league game every weekend.
Bexley Recreation & Parks Department Activities Brochure / Fall 2021 19Adult Activities
Gentle Yoga Feel Good Yoga *NEW*
Location: Jeffrey Mansion Instructor: Tann Location: Jeffrey Mansion Instructor: Tann
Cost: Varies Age: 18+ Day: Wed. Age: 18+
Join Kris for breath, movement and relaxation. Session I
Kris will lead creative movements to support joint health and offers a blend of vinyasa and hatha yoga with an aim
mobility. In this unique and accessible class, the movements towards cultivating holistic health in body and mind.
are all done while laying on the floor, on the back and on the This class series will focus on twists for spinal column health,
belly. Each class will incorporate core strengthening work. detoxification and regulation of digestion.
Expect twists for regulation of digestion and improvement of
circulation and detoxification. Session II will focus on lower body strength and
mobility; we will incorporate twists and hip stretches for
Session Date Time Day Cost spinal column health and relief of low back discomfort.
I Aug. 30 - Oct. 25* 9:00 - 10:00am Mon. $80 Leave feeling refreshed, relaxed and energized.
II Nov. 1 - Dec. 13+ 9:00 - 10:00am Mon. $60
Session Date Time Cost
*No Class Sep. 6.
+No Class Nov. 22. I Sep. 1 - Oct. 20 9:00 - 10:00am $80
II Oct. 27 - Dec. 15* 9:00 - 10:00am $70
*No Class Nov. 24.
Hatha Yoga
Location: Varies Instructor: Shackelford
Core Strength & Flexiblity
Adult Activities
Cost: Varies Age: 18+
This class is for both beginners and those who are still Location: Jeffrey Mansion Instructor: Mineo
learning the basic poses, but are prepared to work on a more Day: Wed. Age: 18+
demanding level in poses. This class offers basic flexibility This class offers full body strengthening and stretching
poses in different degrees of work. exercises in a varying format, incorporating yoga, with a
Tuesday Hatha Yoga Pilates flavor. Appropriate for those with Pilates experience or
Location: Jeffrey Mansion beginners in good physical condition.
Session Date Time Cost Session Date Time Cost
I Aug. 10 - Sep. 14 6:00 - 7:00pm $65 I Aug. 25 - Oct. 20* 6:30 - 7:30pm $80
II Sep. 2 - Oct. 26 6:00 - 7:00pm $65 II Oct. 27 - Dec. 8+ 6:30 - 7:30pm $60
III Nov. 2 - Dec. 14* 6:00 - 7:00pm $65 *No Class Sep. 8.
+No Class Nov. 24.
*No Class Nov. 23.
Thursday Hatha Yoga Questions about specific any classes? Contact our
Location: Zoom Online instructors.
Session Date Time Cost Deborah Forsblom RYT 500, Certified Chair Yoga
I Aug. 12 - Sep. 16 9:00 - 10:00am $60 forsblom@wideopenwest.com; (614) 235-2292
Michelle Mineo RYT 200:
II Sep. 23 - Oct. 28 9:00 - 10:00am $60
beatlechell2@gmail.com; (614) 354-3265
III Nov. 4 - Dec. 16* 9:00 - 10:00am $60 Lee Shackelford RYT 500:
leeshackelford80@gmail.com; (614) 906-7109
*No Class Nov. 25.
Kris Tann RYT 500
tannkr@gmail.com; (415) 341-6541
A 10% discount is offered for anyone 55+ for any of our Anne Weidinger E-RYT 500, YACEP, BFA:
individual activities. anne@anneweidinger.com; (614) 619-9642
Shawne Farley (Fitness)
shawnemariefitness@gmail.com (614) 378-7605
Mindy Sybert (Pilates)
mindysybert@gmail.com, (614) 668-3964
20 Activities Brochure / Fall 2021 Bexley Recreation & Parks DepartmentAdult Activities
Vinyasa Yoga Chair Yoga
Location: Jeffrey Mansion / Zoom Online Location: Varies Instructor: Forsblom
Age: 18+ Cost: $30 Age: 18+
Cost: $80 Have you ever wanted to do Yoga, but didn’t think you could
This yoga class will focus on connecting breath and get up and down on a mat? Or, have you done Yoga, and
movement, with a strong emphasis on alignment now have wrist or knee problems that prevent mat practice?
and hip openers for deep release. Class will take place If yes, then Chair Yoga is for you!
in a moderately heated room. Some yoga practice Monday
recommended.
Location: Jeffrey Mansion
Session Date Time Day Session Date Time Day
I Aug. 17 - Oct. 5 9:00 - 10:00am Tue. I Aug. 16 - Sept. 27* 6:00 - 7:00pm Mon.
II Oct. 12 - Dec. 7* 9:00 - 10:00am Tue. II Oct. 4 - Nov. 8 6:00 - 7:00pm Mon.
*No Class Nov. 23. *No Class Sep. 6.
Friday
Location: Zoom Online
Core Yoga Session Date Time Day
Location: Jeffrey Mansion / Zoom Online I Aug. 13 - Sep. 17 9:00 - 10:00am Fri.
Age: 18+ II Sep. 24 - Oct. 29 9:00 - 10:00am Fri.
Adult Activities
Cost: $80 III Nov. 5 - Dec. 17* 9:00 - 10:00am Fri.
This yoga class will focus on core strength and flexibility. It *No Class Nov. 26.
will teach good posture, connect mind-body awareness and
build confidence. Appropriate for those in good physical
condition with some yoga experience. Modifications will be
given to allow the student to practice at their own level. Pilates *NEW*
Session Date Time Day Location: Jeffrey Mansion Instructor: Sybert**
I Aug. 19 - Oct. 7 9:00 - 10:00am Thu. Cost: $60 Age: 18+
II Oct. 14 - Dec. 9* 9:00 - 10:00am Thu. The most common question is “How is Pilates different from
Yoga.” Pilates lengthens and strengthens the muscles as well
*No Class Nov. 25.
as uses core strength for every exercise. Although Pilates is
non-aerobic, it is an extremely effective way to strengthen
and condition the muscles of the abdomen and back, thus
Fitness Classes helping to build a “girdle of strength” around the spine. This
class is designed to introduce you to Mat Pilates and is also
Location: Clifton Shelter House Instructor: Farley for those with some experience.
Cost: $40 Age: 18+
Session Date Time Day
Join us this Fall for an upbeat and fast-paced outdoor fitness
I Sep. 14 - Oct. 19 9:30 - 10:30am Tue.
class! This one hour workout will include cardiovascular
conditioning, strength training, and recovery. Blast calories II Nov. 2 - Dec. 14* 9:30 - 10:30am Tue.
and tone muscle by cycling through cardio and resistance *No Class Nov. 23.
exercises. Participants should bring a mat and a set of **Mindy Sybert has taught Pilates for the past 18 years. Mindy has been with
dumbell if possible. the Pilates Studio of Bexley since 2013 until present. She is certified in Mat
Pilates, Reformer, Tower, Chair, Cadillac and Barrel. Her education is through
STOTT and Balanced Body. Mindy has worked with all ages and ranges of
Date Time Day clients and athletes including Cirque du Soleil, the Ohio State University
Sep. 2 - 30* 4:30 - 5:30pm Thu. football team and Columbus Dance Theatre.
*No Class Sep. 9
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iPhone 101 Class Jeffrey Woods Self-Guided Walk
Location: Jeffrey Mansion Location: Jeffrey Park Trails
Age: 18+ Beginning: Sep. 24
Cost: $50 Cost: Free
Autumn and Winter bring some very big changes
Learn the fundamentals on your iPhone: Storage and a
throughout the natural world including at Jeffrey Woods.
PHOTOS’ app basics. Plus tips and tricks to better use of your
Please safely enjoy some of those woodland changes
phone.
on your schedule with our very popular Jeffrey Woods
Date Time Day
Interpretive Signs placed along the trails. Learn what to
look for in a fall and winter woods and why these seasonal
Nov. 11 6:00 - 8:00pm Thu.
changes occur. Discover why evergreens don’t lose their
needles, where the bumblebees go and what happens to
some of our forest critters in the cold seasons.
Financial Planning Seminars *NEW* Beginning Sep. 24, 2021, informative trail signs will be
displayed along the paths highlighting the different features
Location: Jeffrey Mansion Instructor: Black
of a autumn and winter woodland.
Day: Thu. Age: 18
Cost: Free, but registration is required.
In the last 8 years Jason has served the Bexley community by
coaching a lot of different sports. He may have even coached Diwali Celebration
one or more of your kids. From sports he’s never played
Location: Jeffrey Mansion
Adult Activities
before, like Soccer and Girls Lacrosse, to sports that he
played for a long time, like Football and Wrestling, coaching Age: 18+
has been his passion. In all of the sports he has coached, he’s Cost: $25
noticed that the success of the team always boils down to a Come celebrate Diwali, the biggest and brightest festival in
few simple things; in football, that is blocking and tackling. India with yoga! Diwali is the Festival of Lights and spiritually
The team that does those two things better, will win. In signifies the victory of purity and light over darkness. It is
investing, there are also basic things you can do to help a celebratory time to be grateful for our health, our wealth
you to succeed. Come join Jason as we discuss the basics of and all of the gifts we have. Join Anne for a special vinyasa
financial planning and how putting a FINANCIAL coach on yoga class themed on recognizing and celebrating our inner
your team may be able to help you win. This is a 3 part series light and goodness and coming together as a community to
and you are encouraged to attend all 3, but it isn’t necessary. practice. Please bring a yoga mat.
To RSVP and register, please contact Jason Black at
Date Time Day
jason.black62782@gmail.com or at (614) 296-4344.
Nov. 4 6:30 - 8:00pm Thu.
Session Date Time
Part I Sep. 15 7:00 - 8:30pm
Part II Oct. 6 7:00 - 8:30pm
Part III Nov. 3 7:00 - 8:30pm
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