The Winter 2022 Program Guide is online! Printed copies are available at  PMRC, Stanton, City Hall and the Annapolis libraries.
            Registration is open for programs starting in January! Be sure to read about the new toddler tumbling programs on page 8 that start the second week of January and will be taught by Cardio Dance instructor Leandra Parkinson! One program will be a “drop in” style class to provide more flexibility in parent/child commitment from week-to-week!
 
Adult Volleyball – starts in January; register through December 31!
Join us this winter for adult volleyball (age 18+)! Annapolis Recreation and Parks offers co-ed volleyball programs for all levels. All levels played by USA Volleyball Rules. Levels include (A) – Pro/high level and (B-BB) – Intermediate level. All teams have one practice week followed by 10 weeks of play. New teams are reviewed for correct placement.
For team or single player (“free agent”) registration, please email LaKeisha Simmons at lmsimmons@annapolis.gov. Held for 10 weeks on PMRC Court 1. Team registration $425.
Practice Week: week of January 10
Games Start:    week of January 17
Mon Jan 17, 6 pm        A League          Register with #2103
Wed Jan 19, 6 pm        B-BB League    Register with #2104
 
To Note:  All youth participating in the basketball leagues and clinics must wear a face covering even while actively playing. This also applies to adults (coaches/parents) as this is a current requirement when being inside of all City of Annapolis facilities.
 
Youth Basketball Clinics – register NOW for clinics beginning Saturday, January 8
These classes introduce your child to basketball through drills and skills games. T-Shirt included. Instructor: Barry Booth, 8 weeks, starts Sat Jan 8. Cost $100

• Sat 9-10 am, #2072, Age 5, Aux Gym
• Sat 9-10 am, #2073, Age 6, Court 3
• Sat 10-11 am, #2074, Age 7, Court 3

*NEW* Parent & Tot Gymnastics Age 12-36 months with parents
Parents will accompany and assist their young children through activities focusing on basic motor skills such as crawling, walking, jumping, grip strength and balance. Parent participation is required during every class. This class is offered as a full 8-week class or as a drop-in! Pay for the full 8 weeks or the daily drop-in rate (a waiver is required.) Instructor: Leandra Parkinson, held in the PMRC Aux Gym.
8-week Class Rate:       R $140 / NR $165
Drop-In Rate:                R $10 / NR $12
Tue & Thu, 10:15-11 am
Starts Jan 11
Register with #2108
 
*NEW* Tiny Tumblers Age 3-4
Tiny Tumblers is a great introduction class to gymnastics and tumbling for young children. This class helps children develop fine and gross motor skills, body awareness and a positive and fun movement experience. Instructor: Leandra Parkinson, 8 weeks, held in the PMRC Aux Gym.
R $140 / NR $165
Tue & Thu, 11:15 am - noon
Starts Jan 11
Register with #2109
 
Rhythm & Hip-Hop Age 5-12
Jazz & hip-hop moves will keep you on your toes! Students will learn to dance in a group setting and develop different combinations. This class will be a great learning environment to acquire rhythm and beat. You will be able to take the dance moves and develop your own personal style! 8 weeks, held in PMRC Studio A.
R $119 / NR $140
Starts Jan 11, Tue 3:30-4:30 pm (Age 5-8) Register with #2110
Starts Jan 12, Wed 4:45-5:45 pm (Age 9-12) Register with #2111
 
Fencing Age 7-13
Come learn the art of Fencing, a growing program in the area! Learn the basics of fencing including rules, fundamentals, and footwork – which can help improve skill for other sports. Equipment is provided except for gloves. Gloves are required and can be purchased from instructor Larbi Soufianne during the first class. 8 weeks, held in PMRC Aux Gym. Starts January 13.
R $119 / NR $140
Thu 5-6 pm, Learn to Fence, Register with #2112
Thu 6-7 pm, Intermediate, Register with #2113
Thu 7-8 pm, Advanced Epee, Register with #2114
 
The REACH youth program continues with performances in 2022! Auditions for the musical ANNIE in Annapolis will be held January 4, 5 and 6 at PMRC. Seeking actors, dancers, singers, stage crew and more! Email Ron-Shaye Clark for details at rdclark@annapolis.gov. More information about REACH can be found on page 8 of the Winter 2022 Program Guide.

Please Note:  The Stanton Community Center will be closed the following four dates for the upcoming holidays:

• Friday, December 31
• Saturday, January 1

Zastro Simms Youth Basketball League and Clinics (ZSYBL) now starts in January!  Team registration $200. Contact Chris Beck at cmbeck@annapolis.gov for more information and to sign up!

• Age 10-12
• starts Wed Jan 12
• games at 6:30 pm

• Age 13-15
• starts Thu Jan 13
• games at 6:30 pm

• Age 9 & under
• starts Sat Jan 15
• clinics at 9 am

We value feedback on “how we’re doing” so if you have any comments or suggestions, please feel free to share them with management or you may always send them to recpark@annapolis.gov.
 
Masks (face coverings) are required to be worn by all patrons (members and guests) and employees at all ARPD facilities. This is a City-wide mandate for inside of all buildings.
 
Would you like to rent space at the Stanton Center for a meeting or an event? Please contact Debbie Odum at djodum@annapolis.gov.
 
Hours at Stanton – The facility is open Monday through Friday from 8 am to 8 pm, Saturdays from 9 am to 1 pm and Sundays it’s closed. However, there may be pre-scheduled events held during after-hours in which the facility is open.

Announcing the inaugural edition of the City of Annapolis Parks, Trails & Playgrounds magazine! This is an eFlipbook online and print copies are now available!
 
Which parks and trails do you enjoy in the City of Annapolis? Do you know where they are all located? There are many from waterfront parks to nature parks to playgrounds to sports fields. This complete listing of the Parks, Trails and Playgrounds in the City should be helpful for you. Watch the Parks & Trails video that shares visually all the outdoor open spaces that the City of Annapolis has to offer!

Park Locator site – to find parks, trails and playgrounds in the City of Annapolis. There are more than 200 acres of open space and 38 parks and trails waiting for your visit!

Map of Truxtun Park – refer to this helpful document to locate all the amenities in Truxtun Park!

*NEW* Playgrounds webpage – there is a new page on our website specifically for playgrounds! All of the playgrounds listed have Google Map links that take you to the specific locations in Annapolis.

• Playground Buddy – an app for your mobile device to see where playgrounds are located in Annapolis and the amenities of each one. Refer to the Playground Buddy Facebook page too.
• New play structures in Annapolis:
  • Hedra® structure behind the “Pip” Moyer Recreation Center
    • The Hedra® is a very uniquely shaped climbing structure that was installed by Sparks@Play. The interactive geometric panels create a hive of varying textures and colors for tactile and visual exploration. Children will work on balance, agility, coordination and muscle strength just by climbing through the Hedra®! 
  • Super Netplex® behind the Annapolis Walk Community Center
    • Also installed by Sparks@Play, the Super Netplex® structure is designed for kids age 5-12 and requires users to have sufficient strength and coordination. For the safety of everyone, we request that no one climb on the outside parts of the tall structure (“Single Tower”).