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Registration Deadline
www.woosteroh.com/parksandrec.php
To register online:
1. Go to www.woosteroh.com/parksandrec.php
and select the Register Online button.
2. Click My Account to create or access your
account.
3. Click Activities at the top of the page to shop
for classes and activities.
4. Click Add to My Cart to register for your
session. The system will walk you through the
steps to select participants and check out.
Registration Options
A. Online.
Visit www.woosteroh.com/parksandrec.php and
click the Register Online button.
B. Mail-In.
Send to: Wooster Recreation, 241 S Bever St.,
Wooster, OH 44691.
C. Drop Off.
Forms may be dropped off at the Community
Center during operating hours. An after
hours/weekend drop box is available at the
front door as well.
Payment
Wooster Recreation Department accepts cash,
checks (payable to the City of Wooster), Visa,
Mastercard or Discover as payment for program and
facility use fees. There will be a $25 fee assessed
to all returned checks. Please, no cash by mail.
Residency
Residents are considered those who live or work
within the Wooster City limits. Non-Wooster
residents will pay the non-resident rate shown for
each program. Unless otherwise specified,
registration for classes and activities is first-come,
first-serve.
Scholarships
Youth Scholarships
Youth who LIVE within the City of Wooster limits
who qualify for free or reduced lunches are able to
participate in recreation activities at a reduced rate.
In order for us to continue to provide this service, the
fund must be replenished with donations from the
Wooster Community. Keep your donation in your
backyard and assist a child with the cost of
registration.
Senior Adult Scholarships
Senior Adults (55+) who qualify may participate in
activities at a reduced rate.
ADA/Special Populations
Wooster Recreation encourages participation by
persons with disabilities. If you will need special
accommodations in order to participate in our
programs, please contact us at (330)263-5207 so
we can arrange assistance for you.
Proof of Age
Children must meet the age requirement by the start
date of the class. Wooster Recreation reserves the
right to request Proof of Age if needed.
Photo Release
By registering for, participating in, or attending any
Wooster Recreation Department program, you
agree to allow publication of any photos taken at any
program, event or facility of the City of Wooster
Recreation Department.
Bad Weather
For weather related cancellations call the Weather
Line at (330)263-5203.
http://www.woosteroh.com/parksandrec.php
@CityofWooster
Recreation/Community Center Staff
Jeff Battig Recreation Manager
Ashley Brillhart Recreation Supervisor
Sue Skeens Recreation Coordinator
Pam Corbett Recreation Specialist
Megan Cunningham Customer Service Rep
jbattig@woosteroh.com
abrillhart@woosteroh.com
sskeens@woosteroh.com
pcorbett@woosteroh.com
mcunningham@woosteroh.com
Ward 3
Ward 3
Ward 4
Ward 1
Ward 2
Ward 2
HS Rep
ex-officio
(330)345-6048
(330)345-3527
(330)262-0303
footerm@sssnet.com
thomas.hilt@wfadvisors.com
(330)264-0759
(330)262-3067
rmartinez@wooster.edu
jpackard@LHSLaw.com
(330)263-5207
jbattig@woosteroh.com
*Meets the fourth Monday of alternating months, beginning in January and excluding July. Meetings
begin at 7pm and are held at the Wooster Community Center. Open to Public*
Schellin Park
427 Maple St
Walnut St. Park
215 S Grant St
Walton Woods Park
1298 Mechanicsburg Rd
Wooster Memorial Park
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Pavilions can be used by reservation Memorial Day Labor Day. Otherwise, they are first come/first serve,
unless there is a City of Wooster sponsored event.
Rentals for the 2015 season will begin on January 2nd @ 8:30am on a walk in/first come,
first serve basis. Pavilions available for rent include Oak Hill Park pavilion, Freedlander
Dave Houser pavilion and Christmas Run Park Serving area, #1W, #1E and Finn pavilions.
To Rent or to get pricing on a park pavilion, please call the Recreation Department @ (330)263-5207.
Please join us for a chance to experience the beauty of fall at Wooster Memorial
Park and to learn about the Little Killbuck Creek which borders a section of the Park.
Dr. Greg Wiles from the College of Wooster will lead this event to the Strock Parcel
and down to the Little Killbuck. On this, the first geology hike about the Little Killbuck,
there promises to be much interesting information to learn. Be prepared to cross
Rathburn Run.
This year there are also a number of running events at Wooster Memorial Park.
For details about these events check online at http://friendsofwmp.com.
Additional information can be obtained from: Brian Polen at Vertical Runner in Downtown Wooster
www.verticalrunner.com or Jason Burgett at Wooster Sweaters Club woostersweaters@gmail.com.
Fee:
$15/AARP Member
$20/Non Member
(payable to AARP at door)
Time:
9:30am 1:30pm
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Drivers 50+ may begin to experience various obstacles to good driving. Maintain your
good driving record by attending this informative class. A review of the driving laws, as
well as a discussion of problem areas will be covered. This course is sponsored by the
AARP and is classroom only.
(Anyone under 50 may take the course but will not receive a certificate upon
completion. Lunch can be arranged through Meals on Wheels for $3.00 by calling 330263-0310 no later than November 13th. Lunch also includes an extra meal in a bag for
you to take home!)
PLEASE CALL (330)263-5207 to PRE-REGISTER.
Time:
Fee:
6:00-9:30pm
Sponsored by the Wayne County Chapter of the Izaak Walton League. You must register at the Community Center
BEFORE attending AND register online at www.wildohio.com. First-time hunters in Ohio are required to pass this threenight course before applying for a hunting license. The course covers safety in handling firearms and bows and arrows. It
also covers sporting ethics, wildlife ecology, and personal safety outdoors. There is a $5 fee for everyone that attends the
class. Children 12 and under MUST attend with a registered adult.
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$26/Resident $36/Non-Resident
Days:
Dates:
Time:
5 & 6 yr olds. (U5- Born 8/1/09 7/31/10) (U6 Born 8/1/08 7/31/09)
Fee:
$44/ Resident
Dates:
Clinics:
Times: 5:00pm/5:45pm/6:30pm
Games:
Saturdays
Code:
5pm (3310.301)
$54/Non-Resident
5:45pm (3310.302)
6:30pm (3310.303)
www.woostersoccer.com
What activities are available? The Wooster Recreation Department organizes clinics for various ages
at different times of the year. The association supports and organizes outdoor recreational soccer
leagues for children beginning at Preschool and continuing through High School. The association also
supports and organizes traveling soccer teams for ages 10 to 13 (U10-U14). Participation in traveling
soccer is at the invitation of the coach, and tryouts will be announced when new teams are forming. It
is expected that all traveling players will have participated in at least one season of recreational league
play before joining a traveling team.
Where are games played? Recreational games are played at the Soccer Complex on Burbank Rd. traveling teams play in the Northern Ohio
region and may travel up to 60 miles for games. Wooster High games are played at Follis Field (and away) and College of Wooster games are
played at the College campus (and away).
If you need more information or wish to coach, referee, or serve on the board:
Fee:
$30/Resident
$40/Non Resident
*REVERSIBLE JERSEY ($18) MUST NOW BE PURCHASED FROM EXPERT TS (221 BEALL AVE)
IF YOU HAVE A REVERSIBLE JERSEY THAT FITS YOU DO NOT NEED TO PURCHASE A NEW JERSEY.
Days:
Times:
Practices: Weeknights
8:00am 6:00pm
Games: Saturdays
Dates: Practices begin early September (scheduled by coaches)
Games begin Sept. 13th-October 18th
U7 & U8 Boys: (3320.341)
U9 & U10 Boys: (3320.351)
U11 & U12 Boys: (3320.361)
Code:
Fee:
Days:
$275/U7 & U8 Team $300/U9 & U10 Team or U11 & U12 Team
Practice as Scheduled
Games: Saturdays
Times:
8:00am 6:00pm
Code:
Fee:
Fee:
Days:
Days:
Sundays
Times:
1:45pm 8:45pm
Times:
6-9pm Friday
11:45pm 2:45pm Sunday
Dates:
Dates:
Code:
Girls (3371.311)
Boys (3371.321)
Code:
Location:
Fee:
Days:
Times:
Dates:
Codes:
Deadline:
December 2nd
Fee:
$37/Resident $47/Non-Resident
Days:
Mondays/Wednesdays
Dates:
Clinics: Mondays, January 5th & 12th OR Wednesdays, January 7th & 14th
Games: January 21st February 23rd
Code:
Session I: Mon. 6:10 Clinic (3420.101) Session III: Wed. 6:10 Clinic (3420.103)
Session II: Mon. 7:10 Clinic (3420.102) Session IV: Wed. 7:10 Clinic (3420.104)
Deadline:December 5th
There will be a two week clinic and then kids are placed on a team for league games. League consists
of 3 on 3 games, 8 foot baskets, smaller balls and courts, instructional officiating and no score is
kept. Depending on registration numbers, girls and boys may be placed on separate teams or together.
*Please note that the clinic time you sign up for applies to CLINICS ONLY! Games will be once a week on either Monday or
Wednesday @ 6:10 p.m. or 7:10 p.m.
Location: Gault Recreation Center, Cornerstone Elementary and Wooster Township Elementary
Fee:
Days:
Saturdays
Dates:
Divisions:
Open, 5th & 6th A, 5th & 6th B, 3rd & 4th A and 3rd & 4th B
*4TH GRADERS CAN PLAY UP BY EXCEPTION IN THE 5TH & 6TH GRADE DIVISIONS
*5TH & 6TH GRADERS WILL NOT BE ADMITTED TO PLAY IN THE 3RD & 4TH GRADE DIVISIONS
NO PLAYER MAY PRACTICE BEFORE REGISTERING WITH THE PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT.
Registration & league specifics will be distributed through the schools. The team coach will schedule practice.
Separate boys and girls teams will be formed. The season will be conducted within a nine week period.
Participants will be placed on teams by coaches from their school and the Recreation Department according to skill level.
REGISTER FOR THE 2015 WINTER BASKETBALL LEAGUE AT THE WOOSTER YMCA!
Wooster City School Students (including St. Mary, Wooster Christian and Montessori) in 3rd 6th grades
will register for basketball with the Wooster YMCA located at 680 Woodland Ave. The Wooster YMCA
will organize skill evaluations, recruit volunteer coaches, schedule practices and enter teams into the
Wooster Recreation Department Basketball League. Questions should be directed to (330)264-3131.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! If you are interested in coaching or helping, please contact the Wooster YMCA
for a volunteer application form.
Wooster Students will be evaluated at MANDATORY SKILL EVALUATIONS dates TBA!
WAYNE & HOLMES COUNTY
SCHOOL DISTRICTS ONLY!
Boys and girls from area grade schools may participate in this league. Separate boys and girls teams will
be formed.
TEAMS MUST BE ENTERED OR APPROVED BY THE SCHOOL REPRESENTATIVE. The School Representative
must be approved by the Schools Athletic Director or Varsity Basketball Coach.
No Rogue Teams will be accepted.
Rosters can consist of more than 10 players, however an additional fee will be assessed for shirts and
only 10 can be present on your roster at game time.
Location:
Ages:
Fee:
Session A: $50/Resident
Session B: $15/Resident
*$6 for a trial class
Days:
Thursdays
Dates:
Times:
6 7pm (Thursdays)
$60/Non Resident
$17/Non Resident
Fee:
Time:
6 7pm
Days:
Tuesdays
Dates:
Tai chi chuan and qigong are Chinese internal arts focused on generating and channeling internal energy, or qi (pronounced chee),
throughout the body to generate force and promote health. The movements of tai chi and qigong are smooth, steady and circular. Tai chi
and qigong students are trained in breathing exercised, fluidity drills and qi-building exercises. The slower pace and more gentle
movements of tai chi and qigong routines make these arts particularly well suited for adults and seniors interested in increasing
flexibility, range of movement or lung capacity.
Instructor Biography
Sifu Joshua Blakeslee has been training in the martial arts for over 20 years. Sifu Joshua, is a direct student of Grandmaster Glenn C.
Wilson and a member in good standing of the Pai Lum Tao International White Dragon Warrior Society (W.D.W.S.). Sifu Joshua is the
Ohio State W.D.W.S. representative and has served as the W.D.W.S. state representative for Indiana and Rhode Island; and the head
instructor of the Malones Gymnastics Kung Fu/Wushu program in Lafayette, Indiana. In addition to Pai Lum Tao Kung Fu, Tai Chi &
Qigong, Sifu Joshua has trained in: Chank chuan (longfist) kung fu, eagle claw kung fu, wing chung kung fu, Shorin-ryu and Goju-ryu
karate and Korean art of Chungmudo.
$50 Resident
$60 Non Resident
per Session
Deadline: Before session begins
(during normal business hours)
Fee:
Thursdays
Code:
7610.300
Time:
Dates:
May 1 August 28
8:45am 9:45am
Join this lively group of line dancers who enjoy learning new dances as well as reviewing old. Class
participants are offered the option of joining the line dance troupe, The Borderline Line Dancers, for
performances at local events. A significant amount of class time will be devoted to rehearsing for
performances. This class is for experienced line dancers.
Ages:
Fee:
Times:
Code:
50+
$27/Resident 10punch
$5/Daily
$37/Non-Resident 10punch
9:00am 10:00am
7200.300
Newcomers are welcome at any class! No matter what your age, the benefits of exercise are the same
increased energy and self-esteem, conditioned heart and lungs, improved muscle tone and greater function of
bones and joints. This class offers a total body, low-impact workout. The class is open to both men and women
and includes both standing and sitting exercises. The fee listed is to purchase a 10-punch card (1 punch per
class). You will need to purchase more cards as your punches are used up.
Ages:
Fee:
50+
$27/Resident 10punch
$5/Daily
$37/Non-Resident 10punch
1:30pm 2:15pm
7300.300
50+
Fee:
Days:
Dates:
Times:
10:30am 11:30am
Water exercise is a great way to get the benefits of a fitness workout without the sweat and usual injury risks.
It reduces the burden on stress-bearing joints and muscles making it less likely to cause injury or muscle
soreness. Water exercise burns calories, builds cardio endurance; and increases muscle strength, flexibility
and lung capacity. The movement of water against and over the body results in both massage and relaxation
providing a calming effect. Its also more discreet than other forms of exercise because its performed under
water! So why wait--take the plunge! (This co-rec class is held in shallow water. Sandals or water shoes are
suggested for locker rooms.)
The following activities for people 50+ are free of charge and are held at the
Community Center. The regular participants would like to invite anyone interested to
join them for these exciting activities. If you would like to get out and meet great
people and enjoy an old favorite or learn a new hobby drop in and check these out!
Billiards
Ping Pong
Days: Monday-Friday
Time: 8:30am-4:30pm
Miscellaneous Cards
Days: Monday-Friday
Time: Noon 4pm
Days: Tuesdays
Time: 1:00pm
Days: Thursdays
Times: 1:00pm
Fee:
Days:
Monday Friday
The City of Wooster sponsors a subsidized transportation for low income, city
residents. Transportation, within the city limits, is provided through contracted
private companies at a reduced fare. (Individuals who do not qualify for the
subsidized program may still use the various transportation services at full fare).
To qualify as a participant, you must meet the following guidelines:
1.Must
1. Must live within the city limits of Wooster
2.Must
2.Must qualify as low income based on the following standards*:
1 person in household: up to $17,000/year
4 persons in household: up to $31,310/year
2 persons in household: up to $21,770/year
5 persons in household: up to $36,080/year
3 persons in household: up to $26,540/year
6 persons in household: up to $40,850/year
For households with more than six members, add $5770 for each additional member.
*Household income is defined as the gross income of all household members. Gross income includes wages, interest, annuities, pensions,
pensions,
social security, retirement, disability, public assistance, and assistance for dependent children, Supplemental Security Income
Income (SSI), alimony,
child support, unemployment benefits, workers compensation and any other indirect income such as utility allowances. You must
must report
report all
income that you receive for your total income.
1.Obtain
1. Obtain an application form at the Municipal Building
at 538 N. Market St. or Wooster Community Center
at 241 S Bever St.
2.Complete
2. Complete the application and mail or deliver to the
Community Center.
Proof of low income status is required with the
completed application.
Individuals will be notified of qualification by phone
within 10 days of submission.
*Applicants who wish to stay on the program may
rere-apply within one month of their expiration date
on their Taxi I.D. card. A new application with proof
of low income status must be submitted to remain
eligible for the program.
1.Get
1. Get your Taxi Photo Identification (I.D.) card from
the Wooster Community Center. Free of Charge. If
lost $3 extra charge.
2.Bring
2. Bring your Taxi Photo Identification
(I.D.) card to the Municipal Building. You may
purchase taxi passes in quantities desired.
TAXI
BUS