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City of Jackson Parks and Recreation Department
In cooperation with Jackson Public Schools
161 W. Michigan Avenue (5th floor)
Phone 517-788-4040
Jacksonparksandrec.org
Fax 877-347-4714
Table of Content
Special Events. . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Youth Programs. . . . . . . . . . . 2
Adult Programs. . . . . . . . . . . 6
Senior Programs. . . . . . . . . . 7
Tennis Programs. . . . . . . . . . 8
Exercise Classes. . . . . . . . . . . 8
Golf Programs. . . . . . . . . . . 11
Nixon Skate Park. . . . . . . . . 12
Nixon Water Park. . . . . . . . 12
Community Centers. . . . . . 16
Cancellations
Cancellations due to weather or
other emergencies will be
announced over radio stations
105.3 fm, 970 am, 1450 am or
call the Jackson Recreation
Department Monday thru Friday
between the hours of 8:00 a.m.
and 5:00 p.m.
Refund Policy
All classes canceled by the
Recreation Department will be
refunded in full. Participants
requesting a refund before the
first class will receive a full
refund. Requests made after the
first class, but before the second
class will receive a 75% of the
class fee. All refunds will be in
the form of a check.
Payments
The Recreation Department
accepts cash, checks and credit
cards. We take Visa, Mastercard
and Discover cards in our office
only. There will be a 3% charge
for credit card payments.
Make checks payable to:
City of Jackson
Phone Numbers
Recreation Office. . . . 788-4040
Nixon Facilities. . . . . 788-4068
Boos Center.. . . . . . . 788-4064
King Center. . . . . . . . 788-4067
Sharp Park Office. . . . 788-5462
Golf Course. . . . . . . . 788-4066
Learning Center. . . . . 780-4799
Mini Golf. . . . . . . . . . 788-4696
Contact us
Our offices are located on the
fifth floor of City Hall at 161 W.
Michigan Avenue. Our hours
are Monday thru Friday from
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Phone. . . . . . . . . 517-788-4040
Fax. . . . . . . . . . . 877-347-4714
e-mail us at:
[email protected]
A special thank you to
Jackson Public Schools, JTV,
Jackson
Citizen
Patriot,
WKHM and all those people
and
organizations
that
volunteer their time and
services
to
make
our
community programs work.
Jackson City
Council Members
Bill Jors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mayor
Arlene Robinson. . . . 1st Ward
Freddie Dancy. . . . . . 2nd Ward
Daniel Greer. . . . . . . 3rd Ward
Craig Pappin. . . . . . . . 4th Ward
Andrew Frounfelker. 5th Ward
Derek Dobies. . . . . . 6th Ward
Patrick Burtch, City Manager
Parks and Recreation
Commission
i = Sharp Park Board Members
Elwyn Rider i
Derek Dobies i
Joan Campau i
Danielle Dobies i
Russell Davis i
Andrew Frounfelker i
Kimberly Jaquish
Kelly Williams
Pamela Fitzgerald
Arthur Benedetto
Gerald Rand
Parks and Recreation
Staff
Kelli Hoover
Director
Andrew Sargeant
Assistant Director
Eric Terrian
Superintendent of Ella Sharp Park
Kathy Voss
Senior Citizen and Recreation
Activity Coordinator
Joe Hawley
Recreation Services Coordinator
John Willis
King Center Supervisor
Antonio Parker
King Center Assistant Director
All Programs Subject
to Change
Special
Events
Walk Jackson
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Tuesdays
Registration at 6:30 p.m.
Walk begins at 7:00 p.m.
• Free!
This free non-competitive 3-mile
walking program meets at:
May 3
Ella Sharp Park (park at
the big soccer field)
May 17 Cascades Park (park by
band shelter)
June 7
Ella Sharp Park (park at
the big soccer field)
June 21
Cascades Park (park by
band shelter)
July 5
Ella Sharp Park (park at
the big soccer field)
July 19
Ella Sharp Park (park at
the big soccer field)
Mother and Son
Rock-n-Bowl
• Saturday, May 21 or
Sunday, May 22
• 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
• Airport Lanes (3501 Wildwood Ave)
• Pre-School to Middle School
• $20 for JPS District/$40 for nonJPS District (per person)
Bring your pre-school to middle
school son(s) to a great date night.
We will provide the music, pizza
and drinks and a special take-home
gift. Hal Folk Photography will have
photographers to take photos. You
will receive a 5x7 photo with your
ticket purchase, additional packages
will be available to purchase at
event.
Customer
Appreciation Days!
• August 15 to 20
• 11:00 to 2:00 p.m.
• 2:15 to 5:15 p.m.
• Only $3 per session!
Mother and Daughter
Tea
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Saturday, May 7
Cascades Manor House
12:00 to 1:30 p.m.
$20 for JPS District/$40 for nonJPS District (per person)
Join us for a Mother’s Day treat.
Mothers and their elementary age
daughters are welcome to take part
in our tea, punch, small snacks and
Gilbert’s Chocolate fountain. You
will receive a craft to decorate and
a 5x7 photo taken by Hal Folk
Photography.
We love our customers! Enjoy a
session at Nixon Water Park at a
discounted rate of $3 per person!
Last week to swim! For more
information contact Nixon Pool at
788-4068.
Spending the Day with
Dad at a Tigers Game
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Sunday, July 31
Comerica Park
9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
$20 for JPS District/$40 for nonJPS District (per person)
Spend a Sunday afternoon at
Comerica Park with your dad. Any
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dad with a pre-school to 8th grade
boy or girl can have fun. The
Detroit Tigers will be taking on the
Houston Astros. Price includes
charter bus ride and Tigers ticket.
Only 52 spaces available. For more
information contact Andrew Sargeant
at 990-6290.
Youth
TUMBLING TOTS
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April 11 to May 18
Mondays and Wednesdays
5:15 to 5:45 p.m.
Boos Center in Loomis Park
$15 for JPS District/$30 for nonJPS District
Children 2 and 3 years old will be
introduced to movement, balance,
small and large motor skills and
tumbling. Parent participation is
required. Class is limited to 8.
REGISTER ON THE 5TH
FLOOR OF CITY HALL. For
more information contact Joe Hawley
at 990-6289.
Tumble Bugs
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April 11 to May 18
Monday or Wednesday
Boos Center in Loomis Park
4:30 to 5:15 p.m.
$15 for JPS District/$30 for nonJPS District
This class is designed to introduce
4 and 5 year olds to tumbling,
gymnastic skills and listening. Class
size is 8. REGISTER ON THE
5TH FLOOR OF CITY HALL.
For more information contact Joe
Hawley at 990-6289
Youth Gymnastics
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April 16 to May 21
Saturdays
Boos Center in Loomis Park
10:30 to 11:30 a.m. (5 to 7)
11:30 to 12:30 p.m. (8 & up)
$15 for JPS District/$30 for nonJPS District
Introduce your child to the basics
of tumbling and gymnastics. Class
size is 25.
REGISTER ON THE 5TH FLOOR
OF CITY HALL.
For more
information contact Joe Hawley at
990-6289
Summer Tumble!
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June 22 to July 27
Wednesdays
Boos Center in Loomis Park
4:30 to 5:15 p.m. (4 and 5)
5:15 to 6:00 p.m. (2 and 3)
$15 for JPS District/$30 for nonJPS District
Roll through the summer with your
little ones in this gymnastics class
designed to build and establish
balance and coordination. Parent
participation is required. Class size
is limited. For more information
contact Joe Hawley at 990-6289.
Summer Flipout!
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July 9 to 30
Saturdays
Boos Center in Loomis Park
10:30 to 11:30 a.m. (5-7)
11:30 to 12:30 p.m. (8 & up)
$20 for JPS District/$40 for nonJPS District
Beat the heat this summer with fun
and exciting gymnastic classes!
Each participant will receive a free
pass to Nixon Waterpark, t-shirt
and movie/concession voucher
courtesy of the Michigan Theatre!
Registration begins June 1 on the 5th
floor of City Hall.
Varsity Sport Training
• Saturdays
• King Center (1107 Adrian St)
• 2:00 to 3:30 p.m.
• Free!
Junior High and High School
athletes come in and train with our
coaches. Weight room training for
sports and sport specific drills and
supervised workouts to help you
become the best athlete you can
be. For more information contact the
King Center at 788-4067.
King Center
After School Program
• Now to May 27
• Mondays, Wednesdays and
Fridays
• King Center (1107 Adrian St)
• 3:00 to 6:00 p.m.
• Free!
This program offers supervised
games, crafts, computer lab,
tutoring, and recreational activities
for children. The Comcast Media
Lab in the Flamingo Brown Room is
used for tutoring and online studies
and activities. We’ve also added
the King Center Comcast Digital
Recording Studio for youth during
the after-school program hours.
Free dinner served from 4:30 to
5:30 p.m. daily for all school-aged
youth. For more information contact
the King Center at 788-4067.
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Open Gym
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April 12 to May 26
Boos Center in Loomis Park
Tuesdays: 3:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Thursdays: 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
• Free!
Drop-in open gym time available for
students in all grade levels.
Off Season
Youth Football Camp
• Sunday, May 1
• Withington Stadium @ J-High
• 1:00 to 3:30 p.m.
• Grades 2nd thru 5th
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Free!
Attend this free off-season football
camp run by Jackson High Football
Coaches.
You will work on
footwork, blocking, tackling,
passing, and other football
fundamentals.
Corey Pryor
Track-n-field Camp
• June 20 to July 20
• Mondays,
Tuesdays
and
Wednesdays
• Withington Stadium Track
• 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
• $20 for JPS District/$40 for nonJPS District
Attend this program to get a jump
start on the sport track and field.
Take part in such events as 200m,
400m, long-jump and team relays.
Not only will you be working on
the fundamentals of track and field,
you will participate in track and
field meets. No classes week of
July 4.
Sporties-4-Shorties
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Tuesdays and Thursdays
July 12 to 28
Boos Center in Loomis Park
9:00 to 10:15 a.m.
$20 for JPS District/$40 for nonJPS District
Children 3 -5 years old can learn a
variety of athletic skills thru fun and
games! Registration deadline is July
8. For more information contact
Andrew Sargeant at 990-6290.
Wrestling Camp
With Shane Laporte
And Mark Hubbard
• July 11 to 20 (2 weeks)
• Mondays,
Tuesdays
and
Wednesdays
• Jackson High Fieldhouse
• 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
• 3rd thry 8th grade
• $20 for JPS District/$40 for nonJPS District
Youth wrestling is coming to the
Jackson Recreation Department!
Learn wrestling fundamentals and
techniques from area coaches
Shane LaPorte and Mark Hubbard.
For more information, Andrew
Sargeant at 990-6290.
Basketball University
Skills Camp
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Wednesdays
April 13, 20 and 27
Middle School at Parkside
5:30 to 6:45 p.m. (3-5 grades)
6:45 to 8:00 p.m. (6-8 grades)
$20 for JPS District/$40 for nonJPS District
Learn the fundamentals of
basketball with a variety of unique
drills to advance your game. For
more information, Andrew Sargeant at
990-6290.
Erika Bullock
Girls Basketball Camp
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July 11 to 13 (3 days)
Parkside Fieldhouse
3-5 Grades: 5:30-6:45 p.m.
6-8 Grades: 6:45-8:00 p.m.
$20 for JPS District/$40 for nonJPS District
Take advantage of this girls
basketball camp run by former
Jackson College and Martin
Methodist Womens basketball
player, Erika Bullock. Improve your
skills by attending this camp
designed for girls entering into the
3rd thru 8th grade this fall.
Registration deadline is Friday, July
8. For more information, Andrew
Sargeant at 990-6290.
Lacrosse Camp
• Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
• July 11 to 13
• Parkside Fieldhouse
• 4-6 Grades: 5:30-6:45 p.m.
• 7-9 Grades: 6:45-8:00 p.m.
• $20 for JPS District/$40 for nonJPS District
New to the Jackson Recreation
Department . . .Lacrosse! Learn
the game along with the
fundamentals of lacrosse. For more
information, Andrew Sargeant at 9906290.
Jeremy Patterson
Basketball Camp
Co-ed Kindergarten
Soccer
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July 25 to 27 (3 days)
Parkside Fieldhouse
3-5 Grade: 5:30 to 6:45 p.m.
6-8 Grade: 6:45 to 8:00 p.m.
$20 for JPS District/$40 for nonJPS District
Children in kindergarten thru 3rd
grade are invited to join former
Spring Arbor Varsity Basketball
player and former Varsity Basketball
Coach Jeremy Patterson in an
instructional basketball camp that
will combine basic basketball drills
along with games each week.
Registration deadline is Friday, July
22. For more information contact
Andrew Sargeant at 990-6290.
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April 30 to June 4
Games are on Saturdays
Sharp Park Soccer Fields
Games are played between 9:00
a.m. and 12:00 p.m.
• $15 for JPS District/$30 for nonJPS District
Child must be currently enrolled in
a school kindergarten program.
Registration deadline is April 15.
There will be a $5 late fee starting
April 18, if spots available. Coaches
determine practice days after teams
are divided. Cost includes a t-shirt.
For more information contact Andrew
Sargeant at 990-6290.
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1 to 6 Grade Soccer
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April 30 to June 4
Games are on Saturdays
Sharp Park Soccer Fields
Games are played between 9:00
a.m. and 12:00 p.m.
• $15 for JPS District/$30 for nonJPS District
Deadline is April 15. There will be
a $5 late fee starting April 18, if
spots available. Coaches determine
practice days after teams are
divided. Cost includes a t-shirt.
Separate divisions:
1st and 2nd Grade
3rd and 4th Grade
5th and 6th Grade
For more information contact Andrew
Sargeant at 990-6290.
Co-ed Middle
School Soccer
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April 30 to June 4
Games are on Saturdays
Sharp Park Soccer Fields
Games are played between 9:00
a.m. and 12:00 p.m.
• $15 for JPS District/$30 for nonJPS District
Registration deadline is April 15.
There will be a $5 late fee starting
April 18, if spots available. 6 on 6
plus goalie is a great way to have
some fun. 9 to 10 players per team.
Individual sign-up only with one
teammate.
King Center Summer
Youth Program
• June 27 to August 10
• King Center (1107 Adrian St.)
• 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday
thru Thursday
• 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Fridays
• Free!
This Summer Youth Program is a
free fun-filled daycamp style
program that includes: free
breakfast and lunch (provided by
Jackson Public Schools), recreational
games and activities, arts and crafts,
sports camps and leagues, drama
and music programs, educational
and fun field trips, culture exposure
trips and fun, fun, fun! Register
June 20 to 24 from 10:00 a.m. to
6:00 p.m. at the King Center.
Tween Night
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Now to May 27
Fridays
King Center (1107 Adrian St.)
6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
• Free!
Tweens in 6th thru 8th grade come
hang out and have some fun with
our staff. Open gyms, table games,
air hockey tournaments, ping-pong,
basketball shoot-outs and a whole
lot more. Pizza served every
Friday. For more information contact
the King Center at 788-4067.
Swim Lessons
• Monday thru Thursday
• Parkside Indoor Pool
• $30 for JPS District/$50 for nonJPS District
Registration will be the Friday
before each class between 8:30
a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on the 5th
Floor of City Hall. First come/first
serve. Classes will run for 30
minutes Monday thru Thursday for
2 weeks (8 lessons) and will have a
maximum of 6 kids per class.
Registration and Class Dates:
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• Register Friday, June 24
Classes June 27 to July 7
• Register Friday, July 8
Classes July 11 to 21
• Register Friday, July 22
Classes July 25 to August 4
Level 1
Level 2
10:00 am
10:00 am
10:35 am
10:35 am
11:10 am
11:10 am
11:45 am
11:45 am
5:00 pm
12:20 pm
6:10 pm
5:00 pm
5:35 pm
6:10 pm
Level 3
Level 4
10:00 am
10:00 am
10:35 am
10:35 am
11:10 am
11:10 am
11:45 am
11:45 am
12:20 pm
12:20 pm
5:00 pm
5:00 pm
5:35 pm
5:35 pm
6:10 pm
6:10 pm
Parent/Child Classes
11:45 am
5:35 pm
Summer Playground
Experience
• June 27 to August 12
• Monday thru Thursday: 10:00
am to 4:30 pm
• Fridays: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
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Free!
Register on site at any time.
Activities at the park plus go on
field trips to movies, putt-putt,
Nixon Water Park, Binder Park
Zoo, DNR Adventure Center and
Canton Sky Zone.
Super Sites!!!
Cascades School (1200 S. Wisner)
Kiwanis Park (1521 Blakely)
Adult
Drop-in Basketball
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Mondays
April 11 to May 23
Boos Center in Loomis Park
7:00 to 9:00 p.m.
$2 per person
Adult Outdoor
Basketball League
• Thursdays
• June 23 to August 4
• Nixon Park
• 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.
• $200 per team
Come join our first outdoor adult
basketball league under the lights at
Nixon Park! League is limited to
first 6 teams to register. Must be
18 and up.
Spring Co-ed 6-vs-6
Adult Soccer
• Sundays
• April 24 to May 22
• Sharp Park Soccer Fields
• between 3:00 and 5:00 p.m.
• $225 per team
All skill levels are encouraged to
participate. Registration deadline is
April 15. No Mother’s Day games.
Games will be played on Saturday,
May 7. For more information, contact
Joe Hawley at 990-6289.
Summer Co-ed
Adult Soccer
• June 14 to August 4
• Ella Sharp Park Soccer Fields
• 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
• $400 per team
Over 30 play on Tuesdays and
Non-Premier play on Thursdays.
Registration deadline is Friday, June
10.
Wiffleball
• Fridays
• June 17 to August 12
• Ella Sharp Park Softball Fields
• between 6:00 and 9:00 p.m.
• $150 per team
Wiffleball is back by popular
demand! League is limited so sign
up while you can!
Pickleball
• Tuesdays and Thursdays
• Starting April 12 (weather
permitting)
• Sharp Park Tennis Courts
• 9:00 to 11:00 a.m.
• Free!
Beginners and experienced players
welcome! Extra paddles available.
Water Aerobics and
Deep Water Walking
• Monday, Wednesday and
Thursday
• June 27 to August 4
• Parkside School Indoor Pool
• 8:45 to 9:35 a.m.
• 7:00 to 7:50 p.m.
• $5 or punch card for 10 classes
for $40. Adults only.
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Adult Swim Lessons
• Tuesdays
• June 28 to August 2
• Parkside School Indoor Pool
• 7:00 to 7:50 p.m.
• $30
Any adults who want to learn how
to swim can take this program.
Pre-register on the 5th floor of City
Hall the week before.
Senior
We are the active senior citizens
representing Jackson! We live life to
the fullest! We enjoy retirement with
friends and explore new adventures!
You qualify if you are at least 50 years
of age and like to have fun!
Spring Drop-in Hours
C Now to May 27
C Mondays, Wednesdays and
Fridays
C Boos Center in Loomis Park
C 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
C $5 Annual Membership
Summer Drop-in Hours
• June 6 to August 26
• Mondays and Fridays
• Boos Center in Loomis Park
• 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
• $5 Annual Membership
Join your friends at our airconditioned senior Club House!
Our Summer Program is a place in
your community where you can
gather for support, socialization,
fitness and other services provided
for you!
Monthly Dinners
All 4 Euchre!
Senior Splash!
• Second Tuesday each month
• Now to May 10
• Gene Davis Banquet Hall
• 10:45 to 2:30 p.m.
• $9 per person in advance
Great food! Great fun! Great
entertainment! Great friends!
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• Tuesdays and Thursdays
• June 21 to August 18
• Nixon Water Park
• 9:00 to 10:30 a.m.
• $2 per session
During summer we reserve a
special time at our outdoor Nixon
Water Park for seniors to use.
”Senior Splash” offers swimming,
playing, exercise and lounging in our
beautiful heated pool.
Boos Bingo!
• First and third Tuesday of each
month
• Now to August 16
• Boos Center in Loomis Park
• 12:00 to 2:30 p.m.
• $2 Admission
Free refreshments at intermission!
Walk this Way
Walking Club
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Monday thru Friday
Now to May 27
Boos Center in Loomis Park
8:00 to 9:30 a.m. (Drop-in)
• Free!
Improve your physical and
physiological health by walking.
Only half an hour a day can help
prevent heart disease, improve
bone density and reduce fat.
Adult Coloring
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Wednesdays
Now to May 25
Boos Center Lounge
9:45 to 10:30 a.m.
• Free!
Now you can unwind from stress
with adult coloring. Bring your
own coloring books. Inspire your
creativity and relax!
We will
provide the music and fireplace!
Mondays and Fridays
Now to August 26
Boos Center in Loomis Park
8:30 to 11:30 a.m.
• Free!
Euchre is a trick-taking card game
most commonly played with four
people in two partnerships with a
deck of 24 cards.
Spring Chair Exercise
• Mondays, Wednesdays and
Fridays
• Now to May 27
• Boos Center in Loomis Park
• 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
• Free!
Chair exercises are a gentle and
safe way for seniors to build muscle
strength and stay flexible.
Summer Chair Exercise
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Monday and Friday
June 6 to August 26
Boos Center in Loomis Park
10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
King Center
Senior Meal Program
• Monday thru Friday
• King Center (1107 Adrian St.)
• 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
• Free!
Meals and activities provided by
Jackson County Health Department
for seniors. Come work on a
puzzle, participate in our activities
or just enjoy our company and get
a free meal.
• Free!
Chair exercises are a gentle and
safe way for seniors to build muscle
strength and stay flexible.
Senior Day at
Miniature Golf
• Thursday, May 26
• Sharp Park Mini Golf Course
• 1:00 p.m.
• $3 per person
Join us for a fun afternoon of puttputt golf! Putt-putt entertainment
is one of the best amusements for
seniors. Free cookies and coffee,
too! Give it a shot!
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Tennis
Adult Tennis Lessons
• Session 1: June 21 to July 7
• Session 2: July 12 to 28
• Tuesdays and Thursdays
• 6:00 to 7:30 p.m.
• Parkside Tennis Courts
• $30 per session
Register at first day of each session.
Youth Tennis Lessons
• Session 1: June 27 to July 20
• Session 2: July 25 to Aug. 17
• Mondays,
Tuesdays,
and
Wednesdays
• $20 for JPS District/$40 for nonJPS District
PARKSIDE
2500 Fourth Street
9:00 -10:00 a.m.
Beginners
10:00 -11:00 a.m.
Intermediate
11:00 -12:00 p.m.
Advance
1:00 -2:00 p.m.
Beginners
2:00 -3:00 p.m.
Intermediate
KING CENTER
1107 Adrian Street
3:00 -4:00 p.m.
Beginners
Register at first class of each
session. For more information contact
Andrew Sargeant at 990-6290.
Women’s Doubles
Tennis League
• Parkside Tennis Courts
• Mondays
• June 20 to August 8 (7 weeks)
• 6:00 p.m. start
Yoga for Every Body
with Nancy Berger
This gentle vinyasa class offers
dynamic poses (or asanas) designed
to tone and strengthen, increase
flexibility, and balance body, mind
and spirit. Warrior poses, sun
salutations, balances, core work and
gentle inversions are designed to
crease both energy and relaxation.
Cardio Drumming
with Rachel Kegerreis
Mondays from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m.
This all level cardio class will have
you rocking to the beat! All
equipment is provided in this fun,
up-tempo workout.
Strength and Stretch
with Michelle Woods
Mondays and Fridays from 8:30 to
9:30 a.m.
Full body strength is the focus of
this class open to all fitness levels.
We use free weights, bars, tubing
and more! Includes exercises for
balance and flexibility. No passes
• $60 per team
Register by Monday, June 6.
Exercise
Spring Classes
April 11 thru May 26
Boos Center in Loomis Park
$4 per class
10 class punch card for $32
Power Pump
with Michelle Woods
Tuesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
This body pump style class provides
a fun, heart pumping routine using
weight bars and dumbbells to
music! No passes
Mat Pilates
with Amy Reamer
Tuesdays from 4:15 to 5:15 p.m.
Mat pilates is a great class for
beginning and intermediate levels.
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Explore various exercises to
promote core strength and reduce
stress.
Happy Hour Yoga
with Amy Reamer
Tuesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
This all level class is designed to
help you unwind and relax thru a
casual flow series connecting poses
with breath. Come and experience
the joy of working at your own
level. deepening your practice each
time you come to the mat.
Fun-n-Fit
with Kit Spoelstra
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:45 to
6:45 p.m.
Join an aerobics class filled with a
cardio blast of fun for both men
and women of all ages and fitness
levels!
Zumba
with Michelle Woods
Wednesdays from 8:30 to 9:30 am
This class fuses musical rhythms and
tantalizing moves to create a
dynamic workout designed to be
fun and easy. No previous dance
experience required. No passes
Zumba
with Gayle Hyde
Wednesdays from 6:00 to 7:00 pm
Kick it up a notch with this fun and
energetic Zumba class that
combines both aerobic and dance
elements for a one of a kind
workout!
Yo-lates
with Amy Reamer
Wednesdays from 6:45 to 7:45 pm
Combine the best of both worlds
with this fusion of yoga and pilates
designed to strengthen your core
and improve balance and flow!
Yoga with Amy Reamer
Thursdays from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m.
A perfect class for beginning yogis
that are working to develop
strength and flexibility!
Mat Pilates
with Amy Reamer
Thursdays from 10:15 to 11:15 am
Mat pilates is a great class for
beginning and intermediate levels.
Explore various exercises to
promote core strength and reduce
stress.
3 R’s Yoga
Renew, Release, Relax
with Laurie Lewis
Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Grow stronger, release tension and
turn off mind chatter. Come wind
down for the end of the week.
This class is open to both new and
experienced yogis.
Smart Yoga
with Amy Reamer and
Laurie Lewis
Saturdays from 9:00 to 10:15 am
Instructors alternate teaching this
all level class that encourages
strength and stamina building by
working at your own pace.
Good Morning
Energy Workout
with Rhonda Ball
Saturdays from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m.
Alarm off, workout clothes on.
Get your weekend started with this
all level aerobics class that provides
cardio fitness and endurance.
Summer Classes
May 30 to September 1
Boos Center in Loomis Park
$4 per class
10 class punch card for $32
Strength and Stretch
with Michelle Woods
Mondays and Fridays from 8:30 to
9:30 a.m.
Full body strength is the focus of
this class open to all fitness levels.
We use free weights, bars, tubing
and more! Includes exercises for
balance and flexibility. No passes
Happy Hour Yoga
with Amy Reamer
Tuesdays from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
This all level class is designed to
help you unwind and relax thru a
casual flow series connecting poses
with breath. Come and experience
the joy of working at your own
level. deepening your practice each
time you come to the mat.
Fun-n-Fit
with Kit Spoelstra
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 to
6:30 p.m.
Join an aerobics class filled with a
cardio blast of fun for both men
and women of all ages and fitness
levels!
Power Pump
with Michelle Woods
Zumba
with Michelle Woods
Tuesdays from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
This body pump style class provides
a fun, heart pumping routine using
weight bars and dumbbells to
music! No passes
Wednesdays from 8:30 to 9:30 am
This class fuses musical rhythms and
tantalizing moves to create a
dynamic workout designed to be
fun and easy. No previous dance
experience required. No passes
Mat Pilates
with Amy Reamer
Tuesdays from 4:15 to 5:15 p.m.
Mat pilates is a great class for
beginning and intermediate levels.
Explore various exercises to
promote core strength and reduce
stress.
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Yo-lates
with Amy Reamer
Wednesdays from 6:45 to 7:45 pm
Combine the best of both worlds
with this fusion of yoga and pilates
designed to strengthen your core
and improve balance and flow!
Yoga
with Amy Reamer
Thursdays from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m.
A perfect class for beginning yogis
that are working to develop
strength and flexibility!
Mat Pilates
with Amy Reamer
Thursdays from 10:15 to 11:15 am
Mat pilates is a great class for
beginning and intermediate levels.
Explore various exercises to
promote core strength and reduce
stress.
3 R’s Yoga
Renew, Release, Relax
with Laurie Lewis
Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Grow stronger, release tension and
turn off mind chatter. Come wind
down for the end of the week.
This class is open to both new and
experienced yogis.
Good Morning
Energy Workout
with Rhonda Ball
Saturdays from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m.
Alarm off, workout clothes on.
Get your weekend started with this
all level aerobics class that provides
cardio fitness and endurance.
Call the Boos Center
at 788-4064 for more
information.
Water Aerobics and
Deep Water Walking
• Monday, Wednesday and
Thursday
• June 27 to August 4
• Parkside School Indoor Pool
• 8:45 to 9:35 a.m.
• 7:00 to 7:50 p.m.
• $5 or punch card for 10 classes
for $40. Adults only.
Gym and Swim!
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Smart Yoga
with Amy Reamer and
Laurie Lewis
Saturdays from 9:00 to 10:15 am
Instructors alternate teaching this
all level class that encourages
strength and stamina building by
working at your own pace.
Wednesdays
June 22, July 27 and August 17
Yoga: 5:30 to 6:00 p.m.
Aerobics: 6:00 to 6:30 p.m.
Swim: 6:30 to 7:00 p.m.
Nixon Water Park
• Free!
Work up a sweat and then cool
down at Nixon Water Park. Three
days only. Skate Park closed during
this time. For more information
contact Nixon Pool at 788-4068.
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Golf
2800 Fourth Street
Golf Course. . . . . . . . . . 788-4066
Learning Center. . . . . . . 780-4799
Mini Golf. . . . . . . . . . . . 788-4696
Learning Center
Bucket Prices
Regular (45 to 55). . . . . . . . $5.00
Large (75 to 85). . . . . . . . . . $6.50
Family (95 to 105). . . . . . . . $7.50
Miniature Golf Rates
18 holes Regular. . . . . . . . . . . . $5
18 hole Special (before noon). . . $3
Group Special (5 or more). . . . . $4
Golf Course Rates
Senior 9 holes walking
Junior 9 hole walking
Twilight 9 hole walking
Adult 9-hole walking
Adult 18 hole walking
Weekend 9 hole walking
Weekend 18 holes walking
Power Cart/Senior
Power Cart/Adult
18 Hole Special w/cart
Pre-paid League Discount
Pull Cart
Senior Card
Season Pass/Juniors
Season Pass/Seniors walk
Season Pass/Senior cart
Season Pass/Adult walk
Season Pass/Adult cart
Season Pass/Weekday cart
$5
$5
$6
$9
$16
$9
$16
$5
$7
$24
$8
$2
$10
$150
$400
$850
$450
$900
$450
TruGolf
Indoor Simulator
• $30 per hour
• 85 golf courses
Call the Golf Course at 788-4066 to
schedule your tee-time.
Youth Golf Lessons
• Sharp Park Learning Center
• Tuesdays, Wednesdays and
Thursdays
• $40 per person/per session
Pre-registration is required and
taken at the Learning Center in Ella
Sharp Park. All classes are designed
for beginners.
JUNE 21 TO 30
8 & Under
10:00-10:30 am
9 to 13 10:45-11:15 pm
JULY 12 TO 21
8 & Under
10:00-10:30 am
9 to 13 10:45-11:15 pm
AUGUST 2 TO 11
8 & Under
10:00-10:30 am
9 to 13 10:45-11:15 pm
Youth League
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Sharp Park Golf Course
Tuesdays
June 21 to August 9
Starting at 9:30 a.m. Must make
tee time
• Ages 8 to 14 years
• $40 per golfer
Sign-up at Ella Sharp Park Golf
Course. Kids will be paired in 4somes or you can make your own.
Supervision will be provided on the
course.
Adult Golf Lessons
• Sharp Park Learning Center
• $75 per person/per session
Pre-registration is required and
taken at the Learning Center in Ella
Sharp Park. All classes are designed
for beginners.
April 28
Thursdays
Beginning Class
6:00-7:00 p.m.
June 23
Thursdays
Beginning Class
6:00-7:00 p.m.
June 23
Thursdays
Intermediate Class
7:15-8:00 p.m.
Golf Tournaments
5/7
Jackson Invitational
5/13
JV Invitational
5/16
Jackson Christian Jamboree
6/4 Lyle Ambs Non-Champ Qualify
6/6 Lyle Ambs Non-Champ Qualify
6/14
Youth League
6/18
Lyle Ambs Champ Flight
6/21
Youth League
6/24
Ladies Legacy
6/24-25
Lyle Ambs Match Play
6/25
Lyle Ambs Match Play
6/26
Lyle Ambs Match Play
6/28
Youth League
7/5
Youth League
7/11-14
JCWGA Match Play
7/12
Youth League
7/19
Mercer Tour
7/21 City Junior Match Play Qualify
7/25-26 City Junior Championship
7/30-31
Joe Fiero Championship
8/2
Youth League
8/6
Karen Dunigan Outing
8/11-12
JCWGA Senior Classic
8/13-14
Jackson Masters
8/20
Shamrock Open
9/3
Friendly Home Outing
9/10
Animal Shelter Outing
9/18
Jackson Golf Hall of Fame
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Nixon Skate
Park
400 E. North Street
517-788-4068
Hours
April 22 to June 5
and when pool is open
Free to skate, $1 for helmet rental
Fridays
3:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Saturdays
1:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Sundays
1:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Skatepark will close at
5:15 p.m. on June 21,
June 29, July 20, July 27
and August 17.
National Go
Skateboarding Day
• Tuesday, June 21
• Nixon Skate Park
• 11:00 to 7:00 p.m.
• Free!
Get out and skateboard at Nixon
Skate Park! Great give-a-ways!
Helmets and pads included in this
free event. For more information
contact Andrew Sargeant at 9906290.
Nixon Water
Park
400 E. North Street
517-788-4068
Lifeguard Class
The Jackson Recreation
Department will be in need of
lifeguards this summer. If you are a
good swimmer and interested in
taking a lifeguard class, please
contact Kathy Voss at 990-6294 for
more information.
Open Swim Schedule
June 20 to August 20
MONDAY THRU THURSDAY
11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.. . . . . . . $4
2:15 to 5:15 p.m.. . . . . . . . . . . . $4
5:30 to 7:00 p.m.. . . . . . . . . . . . $2
FRIDAY AND SATURDAY
11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.. . . . . . . $4
2:15 to 5:15 p.m.. . . . . . . . . . . . $4
10 Swim Pass
10 sessions for$32! You save $8!
Available at Nixon Water Park.
Passes may not be used for special
events and never expire!
Polar
Bear
Club
For
all
children ages
3 to 5, you
can join the
Shiver’s Polar
Bear Club
and receive a Shiver’s Club Card. If
your child swims six times, their
seventh is free!
Senior Splash!
• Tuesdays and Thursdays
• June 21 to August 18
• Nixon Water Park
• 9:00 to 10:30 a.m.
• $3 per session
We reserve a special time at our
outdoor Nixon Water Park for
seniors to use. ”Senior Splash”
offers swimming, playing, exercise
and lounging in our beautiful heated
pool.
Gym and Swim!
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Wednesdays
June 22, July 27 and August 17
Yoga: 5:30 to 6:00 p.m.
Aerobics: 6:00 to 6:30 p.m.
Swim: 6:30 to 7:00 p.m.
Nixon Water Park
• Free!
Work up a sweat and then cool
down at Nixon Water Park. Three
days only. Skate Park closed during
this time. For more information
contact Nixon Pool at 788-4068.
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12 Annual Luau
Summer Kick-off Party
• Wednesday, June 29
• Nixon Water Park
• 5:30 to 8:00 p.m.
• $6 per ticket
Ticket includes your choice of
hotdog or hamburger, 16 oz. drink
and bag of chips. We will also have
a poolside DJ, prizes family photo
booth, and limbo contest. We also
will be giving away 10-swim passes.
Tickets are limited to 200. Come
join this family fun Hawaiian get-away! You must have a ticket to
enter. The skatepark and 5:30 to
7:00 p.m. swim session will be
closed for this special event.
Back to the 80's
Pool Party!
• Wednesday, July 20
• Nixon Water Park
• 5:30 to 8:00 p.m.
• $6 per ticket
Bring your best 80's attitude and
attire for our first ever throwback
80's event!
Prizes for those
showing the best 80's spirit! Ticket
includes hot dog, chips, pop and
more! Our DJ will be playing all
80's music all night! Come out and
enjoy the fun! Tickets are limited
and will go on sale June 20.
Skatepark and 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.
swim session will be closed for this
special event.
Coming this Fall!
Fair Week Special!
• August 8 to 13
• 11:00 to 2:00 p.m.
• 2:15 to 5:15 p.m.
• Only $3 per session!
The week of fair enjoy a session at
Nixon Water Park at a discounted
rate of $3 per person!
Important
Dates
Mother/Daughter Tea
Saturday, May 7
Customer
Appreciation Days!
• August 15 to 20
• 11:00 to 2:00 p.m.
• 2:15 to 5:15 p.m.
• Only $3 per session!
We love our customers! Enjoy a
session at Nixon Water Park at a
discounted rate of $3 per person!
Last week to swim!
Youth Tackle Football
Youth Flag Football
Youth Soccer
Youth Basketball
Youth Gymnastics
Basketball Camp
Adult Dodgeball League
Adult Soccer League
Adult Volleyball League
Mother and Son Rock’n
Bowling
Saturday, May 21
Sunday, May 22
Senior Citizen Mini Golf
Thursday, May 26
National Go Skateboarding
Day
Locations
Tuesday, June 21
Recreation Department
Nixon Luau Kick-off Party
Party Room Rental
• June 20 to August 20
• 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. or2:15
to 5:15 p.m. only.
5 Floor @ 161 W. Michigan Ave.
Wednesday, June 29
Back to the 80's Pool Party
Boos Center
210 Gilbert Street
Wednesday, July 20
• $30 Rental Fee
Rent the Party Room at Nixon
Water Park for three hours for
your next birthday! You must have
a minimum of 8 and maximum of 20
people. You are welcome to bring
in your own food, drink, cake and
ice cream
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Dad’s Day at Tigers Game
King Center
1107 Adrian Street
Sunday, July 31
Nixon Customer
Appreciation Days
August 15-20
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Ella Sharp Park
3225 Fourth Street
Nixon Park
400 E. North Street
Boos Spring Schedule
Boos Summer Schedule
April 11 to May 26
May 31 to September 1
517-788-4064
517-788-4064
MONDAYS
8:30-9:30 a.m.
4:30-5:45 p.m.
5:30-6:30 p.m.
6:00-7:00 p.m.
7:00-9:00 p.m.
Strength and Stretch
Tumble Bugs & Tots
Yoga for Every Body
Cardio Drumming
Adult Basketball ($2)
TUESDAYS
3:00-4:00 p.m.
4:15-5:15 p.m.
4:30-5:30 p.m.
5:30-6:30 p.m.
5:45-6:45 p.m.
MONDAYS
CLOSED
TUESDAYS
4:15-5:15 p.m.
4:30-5:30 p.m.
5:30-6:30 p.m.
5:45-6:45 p.m.
Pilates Barre Fusion
Power Pump
Happy Hour Yoga
Fun-n-Fit
Open Gym
Pilates Barre Fusion
Power Pump
Happy Hour Yoga
Fun-n-Fit
WEDNESDAYS
8:30-9:30 a.m.
4:30-5:45 p.m.
6:45-7:45 p.m.
Zumba
Tumble Bugs and Tots
Yo-lates
WEDNESDAYS
8:30-9:30 a.m.
4:30-5:45 p.m.
6:00-7:00 p.m.
6:45-7:45 p.m.
Zumba
Tumble Bugs & Tots
Zumba
Yo-Lates
THURSDAYS
9:00-10:00 a.m.
10:15-11:15
5:30-6:30 p.m.
5:45-6:45 p.m.
Yoga
Mat Pilates
3 R’s Yoga
Fun-n-Fit
THURSDAYS
9:00-10:00 a.m.
10:15-11:15 a.m.
3:00-5:00 p.m.
5:30-6:30 p.m.
Yoga
Mat Pilates
Open Gym
3 R’s Yoga
FRIDAYS
8:30-9:30 a.m.
Strength and Stretch
FRIDAYS
8:30-9:30 a.m.
SATURDAYS
9:00-10:00 a.m.
9:00-10:15 a.m
10:30-12:30 p.m.
Good Morning Energy Workout
Smart Yoga
Youth Gymnstics Camp
Strength and Stretch
SATURDAYS
9:00-10:00 a.m.
9:00-10:15 a.m.
10:30-12:30 pm.
1:00-3:00 p.m.
Good Morning Energy Workout
Smart Yoga
Gymnastics
Birthday Party Rental
Boos Center Rental
• Saturdays
• April 16 to May 21
• 1:00 to 3:00 p.m.
• $50 for up to 10 kids
Host your next kids birthday at the Boos Center in
Loomis Park. We will provide tables, chairs and gym
time! Party can bring in food, drinks, etc. No
reservations during summer. For more information
contact the Boos Center at 788-4064.
All Programs Subject to Change
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King Center Schedule
King Center Facility Rental
• Room Rental: $40 for 2 hours
• Facility Rental: $156 for 4 hours
The King Center is available for rentals outside of our
normal program hours. Rentals are on a first-come-firstserve basis. A $40 deposit and a completed Facility Use
Application are required to reserve the facility. The King
Center does not schedule rentals that conflict with
scheduled recreation programs. To reserve a room or a
date contact the King Center at 788-4067
April 11 to May 27
517-788-4067
MONDAYS
3:00-4:30 p.m.
3:00-6:00 p.m.
7:00-9:00 p.m.
High School Open Gym
After-School Program
Adult Basketball
TUESDAYS
3:00-6:00 p.m.
7:00-9:00 p.m.
After-School Program
Adult Volleyball Drop-in
WEDNESDAYS
3:00-4:30 p.m.
3:00-6:00 p.m.
7:00-9:00 p.m.
High School Open Gym
After-School Program
Adult Basketball
THURSDAYS
3:00-6:00 p.m.
7:00-9:00 p.m.
After-School Program
Adult Volleyball Drop-in
FRIDAYS
3:00-4:30 p.m.
3:00-6:00 p.m.
7:00-10:00 p.m.
High School Full-Court Hoops
After-School Program
Tween Night
SATURDAYS
10:00-12:00 p.m.
12:00-2:00 p.m.
2:00-4:00 p.m.
3:00-4:30 p.m.
4:30-6:00 p.m.
Elementary Open Gym
Junior High Open Gym
High School Open Gym
Varsity Sports Training
Family Open Gym Time
Sharp Park Picnic Shelter Rental
The picnic shelter in Ella Sharp Park across from the Golf
Course. The shelter is 28 x 50, has electricity and holds
approximately 75 people.
A $60 non-refundable fee will be charged at the time of
reservation. Applications are available on our website.
Sharp Park Wedding Reservations
The Ella Sharp Park Rose Garden or the Rotunda can be
reserved for your wedding. The Rose Garden holds
approximately 200 people. The Rotunda is 28 x 50 and
holds approximately 75 people. There is no electrical
outlets at either location. A $60 non-refundable fee will
be charged at the time of reservation. Applications are
available on our website.
Kiwanis Picnic Shelter Rental
This picnic shelter in Kiwanis Park (1521 Blakely Street).
The shelter is 16 x 40, has electricity and holds
approximately 50 people.
A $30 non-refundable fee will be charged at the time of
reservation. An additional $20 fee is due when you take
the restroom key. This fee will be returned to you when
the key is returned. The restroom key can be picked-up
no sooner than two days prior and returned no later than
two days after your event. Applications are available on
our website.
Free meal served for After-school Program from 4:30 to
5:30 p.m. daily courtesy of Jackson Public School nutrition
Weight Room open during all business hours
Comcast Media/computer Lab
Open to the general public from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m.
Call the Jackson Recreation Department at
788-4040 for available dates or more
information.
Monday thru Friday and all day Saturday. Open for
students all business hours except Thursdays from 6:00 to
8:00 p.m. for servicing.
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