Hatha Yoga - Intermediate Level

October 27, 2021, 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM @

Athens Community Center Exercise Studio

This class seeks to balance the practioner's mind and body through deepening body awareness in yoga poses and deepening mental focus through mindfulness in breath practices and meditation. This class is suitable for people with previous experience in basic poses and alignment.

After School Arts: Ceramics - Art of Darkness (6th-8th grade)

October 27, 2021, 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM @

Arts West

In Ceramics class, students will get a chance to experience different techniques to create art with clay. Our theme this unit will be The Art of Darkness! ***Please Note That Middle School Ceramics Students will have “Open Studio” class time along with their weekly scheduled project. This will allow them to make their own creations in addition to structured projects.

After School Arts: Movement (K-5th Grade) Session 2

October 27, 2021, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM @

Arts West

Play is essential for children! For the better part of two decades, I have worked with children using play as a therapeutic and creative outlet for personal development. My name is Jamie Betit (aka Mr. Jamie to the multitude of children I have worked with in the area) and I am excited to be working with your children in this year’s Arts West Summer Program. I moved to Athens 13 years ago and in that time I have been a camp facilitator at Rising Appalachian Warriors (RAW Camp) Dairy Barn Summer arts program, BOOST Camp at Ohio University and a summer rec program that I initiated with Little Cities Black Diamonds in Perry County. My philosophy is children learn and grow through the process of creative play and movement and I look forward to helping your children grow and learn, and most importantly have fun through the power of play.

After School Arts: Cosplay (Grades 6-8th) Session 2

October 28, 2021, 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM @

Arts West

In this unique art class, students will have the opportunity to design their own wearable costume pieces. Projects will include mask making, headpieces, pins and make up. Students will be encouraged to delve into creating their own characters, or recreating their favorite characters in pop culture.

After School Arts: Ceramics - Art of Darkness (K-5th grade)

October 28, 2021, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM @

Arts West

In Ceramics class, students will get a chance to experience different techniques to create art with clay. Our theme this unit will be The Art of Darkness!

*NEW*Swerk Fitness Class

October 28, 2021, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM @

SWERK is the newest and hottest dance fitness craze available. Upbeat routines are paired with the hottest pop and hip hop songs to make you sweat, work, and twerk your way to weight loss and toned bodies! We will have you movin and groovin with our booty poppin, glute-focused dance moves that'll have you shredding calories with a smile on your face. Perfect for all levels of fitness, no prior dance experience needed.

Karate (ages 12+)

October 28, 2021, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM @

Athens Community Center Exercise Studio

This class is for teen and adult beginners, and intermediate and advanced students of all ages, including children (with instructor's permission). Students will learn and practice karate techniques, including kata and sparring.

Bootcamp

October 29, 2021, 6:30 AM - 7:30 AM @

Athens Community Center Exercise Studio

This class is perfect for blasting calories with short bursts of cardio followed by strength moves using body weight exercises mixed with targeted weight training. A great class for people of all fitness levels and abilities. Every week, we change it up to keep you and your muscles pushing through boundaries and reaching new heights. We promise there’s something for everyone in every class!

Baby Yogis Session 2

October 29, 2021, 9:00 AM - 9:30 AM @

Athens Community Center Exercise Studio

A Mommy and Me class that’s dedicated to the MOMMIES! Bring your newborn, toddler, or preschooler (or all of them!) along to this yoga and movement class where we focus on teaching you how to de-stress while incorporating your little one. Older children are also welcome to participate; we are homeschooling friendly (need some physical education time? We got you!) Breastfeeding welcome, temper tantrums are common, crying is expected in this no judgement zone; a place where we turn chaos into calm. We know what it’s like to be a busy mom focused on your kids so let us help you focus on you for a little while. The ultimate in self-care. Comfortable clothes are recommended.

After School Arts: Costume Art (K-5th grade) Session 2

October 29, 2021, 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM @

Arts West

In this unique art class, students will have the opportunity to design their own wearable costume pieces. Projects will include mask making, headpieces, pins and character driven pieces.

(FREE) Halloween Movie Night: The Addams Family (2019)

October 29, 2021, 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM @

Field behind the Athens Community Center

Join us on October 29th at 8:00pm for a showing of The Addams Family (2019). The movie will be located in the field behind the Athens Community Center. There is no charge and no advance registration needed. Grab your lawn chair and blankets for a fun family-friendly movie night with us! Questions? Give us a call at 740-592-3325 or email us at athensparks&rec@ci.athens.oh.us We hope to see you there!

Tai Chi

October 30, 2021, 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM @

Athens Community Center Exercise Studio

This course will teach you the traditional 108 movements Yang Style as taught by Yang Ching Fu. This meditative exercise promotes relaxation, leg strength, and balance. This class is open to returning participants at this time or with instructor permission.

Mayor's Weekly Update

October 27, 2021, 2:00 PM - 2:30 PM @ City Council Chambers