Tuesday, Aug. 24, 2010
Blue Springs Parks and Rec Activities
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2010 Skateboarding Competition
The Blue Springs Parks and Recreation department, in cooperation with the AM:PM Skate Shop, announces its annual Fall Skateboard Competition from 10 a.m. to approximately 2 p.m., Sept. 25, at Old Mill Skate Park, 1200 N.W. Woods Chapel Rd., Blue Springs. As in the past, there will be three levels of competition starting with beginners, for those 10-years-old and under; intermediate, for those with at least 18 months of experience; and expert, for competitors with two or more years of experience.
Pre-registration is recommended as there are only 20 spots per division. Helmets and signed waivers are required. Contact Blue Springs Parks and Recreation by phone at 816-228-0137 for entry fees costs, information and to pre-register.
Fencing Instruction
The Blue Springs Parks and Recreation Department is offering fencing instruction for those 8 years of age and older at Hall McCarter Education Center, 5000 N.W. Valley View Rd. Instructor Wes Cline started fencing in 1987 and has earned a Moniteur Degree from the FIE. He is certified to teach all aspects of the sport.
Introduction to Fencing is a six-week class that will introduce students to the fastest growing sport in the Olympics. The class will cover the fundamentals of the sport through group and individual instruction.
Classes are from 6:30 to 7:20 p.m., Wednesdays, Sept. 8-Oct. 13.
Mastering Fencing is a six-week class focusing on development and perfection of fencing basics. It will prepare students for actual fencing tournaments in the Kansas City area. There is limited equipment available to students.
Classes for students 13-years-old and younger, are from 7:30 to 8:20 p.m., Wednesdays, Sept. 8-Oct. 13.
Classes for students 14-years-old and older, are from 8:30 to 9:20 p.m., Wednesdays, Sept. 8-Oct. 13.
Basic Belly Dance
Belly dancing, often claimed as the oldest form of dance, was originally a dance performed by and for women. It is a natural movement for a woman’s bone and muscle structure centered around a woman’s core area instead of the hands and feet, making movement easier. An excellent form of exercise, the graceful fluid motions help improve flexibility and balance while strengthening and toning stomach muscles. Classes are at Vesper Hall, 400 N.W. Vesper St., Blue Springs.
This six-week class from 8 to 9 p.m., Wednesdays, Sept. 1-Oct. 6, is for beginners who are learning the moves for the first time and also for advancing students who wish to continue to exercise and/or perfect the basic belly dance moves.
Basic Belly Dance Technique
From glitzy cabaret to earthy tribal, belly dance has evolved into an exciting and innovative dance art. This class will focus on the technical break down and refinement of belly dance moves as well as teach students the basics of improvisation and choreography. Whether you’re a hobbyist or a performing artist, this class will help you go beyond the basics. It is also suitable for beginners who wish to focus primarily on the artistic side of belly dance.
These six-week classes from are from 5 to 6 p.m., Fridays, Sept. 3-Oct. 8, at Vesper Hall, 400 N.W. Vesper St., Blue Springs.
Guitar Lessons
Dust off your guitar and enjoy learning or relearning the fundamentals. The Blue Springs Parks and Recreation department is offering guitar lessons for those 10 years of age and older at Vesper Hall, 400 N.W. Vesper St., Blue Springs. Classes are taught by Monte Deamer, with 30 years experience playing rhythm guitar. Students will be playing songs by the third week in this beginner, six-week course.
Classes are from 5:30 to 7 p.m., Thursdays, Sept. 30-Nov. 4 for students 10 to 15 years of age. Adult classes are from 7:15 to 8:45 p.m., Thursdays, Sept. 30-Nov. 4.
Beginner Horseshoe League
Blue Springs Parks and Recreation is offering a new beginner horseshoe league for adults 18 and older at Ward Park this Fall. This new program offers the traditional game of horseshoes. ‘Pitchers’ accumulate points by getting their horseshoe around the ring for three points, by having one land next to the pole for one point, or two next to the pole for two points. They can receive, at most, six points total each time they pitch. If pitchers hit the wooden back, or throw outside of the clay, no points are awarded. Each team, consisting of two players, is guaranteed 12 matches.
Matches will be played at 1 p.m., Saturdays, Sept. 25-Oct. 9. Registration deadline is Sept. 17 or until five teams are assembled.
Adult Tennis Lessons
Blue Springs Parks and Recreation and Metro East Tennis Center are offering adult beginner/advanced beginner lessons from 7 to 8 p.m., Mondays, Sept. 13-Oct. 18, at Old Mill Park, 112 N.W. Woods Chapel Rd. Classes focus on learning basic strokes, rules and fundamentals of the game.
This class is for those who have never played or have minimal experience. Register at the Parks and Recreation office for the six-class session, taught in conjunction with Metro East Tennis Center professionals.
Men’s Flag Football
A seven-on-seven men’s flag football league will play Wednesday evenings, Sept. 1-Nov. 3, at Blue Springs Park, 2204 S.W. South Ave. The league plays a ten-game schedule. The registration deadline is Aug. 23. Late registration will be accepted depending on availability.
Adult Volleyball Leagues
The Blue Springs Parks and Recreation department is now accepting registration for adult volleyball leagues to be played from 6 to 9 p.m., at various locations in Blue Springs. League play begins the week of Sept. 13 and fees are based on a 10-game schedule. Rules and rosters are available at the Parks and Recreation office. League schedules and locations are as follows:
Coed Rec: Mondays, William Bryant School, 1101 S.E. Sunnyside School Rd.
Women’s Intermeidate A: Mondays, Moreland Ridge Middle School, 900 S.W. Bishop Dr.
Coed Intermediate B: Tuesdays, Moreland Ridge Middle School, 900 S.W. Bishop Dr.
Coed Intermediate B: Wednesdays, Blue Springs High School, 2000 N.W. Ashton Dr.
Coed Intermediate B: Thursdays, Freshman Center, 2103 N.W. Vesper St.
Women’s Intermediate B: Sundays, Moreland Ridge Middle School, 900 S.W. Bishop Dr. Men’s Slow-Pitch Softball Doubleheader Leagues
The Blue Springs Parks and Recreation department is now accepting registration for a men’s “D” Sunday night doubleheader slow-pitch softball league to begin Sept. 12, and a men’s “C” doubleheader slow-pitch league” to begin Sept. 15. All games will be sanctioned through the Amateur Softball Association with a 12-game schedule. Registration deadline is Sept.8.
For more information, activity costs or to pre-register, contact Parks and Recreation by phone at 816-228-0137, online at www.bluespringsgov.com, by mail or in person, at City Hall, 903 W. Main St. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday.
