The Recreation Department organizes evening classes in the Fall, Winter and Spring for youth and adults.  They also coordinate programs in the Summer for youth and special events 
throughout the year. 

For detailed information on these activities, please see the schedule below. 

Summer Playground and Tennis Information 

Ballroom Dancing       Begins 03/31/08 on Mondays for six weeks. 
Beginners 6:00-7:30pm. Intermediate/Advanced 7:30-9:00pm. Instructor: Walt Baumgardner.  Cost $25.

Yoga       Begins 03/06/08 on Thursdays for seven weeks 5:15-6:30pm. Second session begins 04/24/08
for seven weeks.  For those new to yoga as well as those with previous yoga experience. Stretch,
strengthen and relax. Wear loose comfortable clothing. Instructor: Dolores Champagne. Cost $40.

Watercolor Painting   Begins 03/10/08 on Mondays for six weeks from 6:30-8:30pm.  For beginners to
intermediate.  List of supplies required for first class and the course are available at the Bristol
Tennessee Leisure Services Office.  Instructor:  Loretta Thomas Cost $35.

Fit Smart        Begins 03/10/08 on Mondays for six weeks 6:00-7:00pm.  Learn information on fat loss,
your body type, a healthy eating plan, exercise (fat burning) tips, and body sculpting information.
  Instructor:  Becky Olinger.  Cost $30.

Beginning Computer         Begins 03/18/08 on Tuesdays for five weeks from 6:00-8:00pm.  Second Session to begin 4/22/08.  A great way to learn computer skills in a no pressure environment. Instructor: Billie Garcia. Cost $30.

Total Body Pump     Begins 03/25/08 for eight weeks 6:00-7:00pm. Class meets Tuesdays and
Thursdays. Co-Rec. Gain strength,  improve flexibility, balance, tone and define your muscles.
Instructor: Becky Olinger Cost $30.

Guitar         Begins 04/07/08 on Mondays for six weeks from 6:30-7:30pm. Must have own Acoustic
Guitar.  An excellent foundation in the guitar for beginners and individuals who already play but
want more knowledge in the fundamentals of music. For youth and adults ages 12 and older.
Instructor: Clayton Odell. Cost $25.

Beginning Fiddle         Begins 04/07/08 on Mondays for six weeks from 5:30-6:30pm. Must have
own fiddle. An excellent class for beginners who want to learn how to play this wonderful instrument. 
For youth and adults ages 12 and older.  Limit 6 people.  Instructor: Clayton Odell Cost $25

Beginning Golf        Begins 4/15/08 on Tuesday for five weeks from 6:00pm - 7:00pm.  Class covers USGA rules, driving, chipping, and putting.  Class will be held at Steele Creek Golf Course Driving Range.  Register with payment at Slater Community Center before first class.  Instructor:  Randy Barb   Cost: $30.

Youth Golf        Begins 4/15/08 on Tuesday for five weeks from 5:30pm - 6:30pm.  Class covers USGA rules, driving, chipping, and putting.  Class will be held at Steele Creek Golf Course Driving Range.  Register with payment at Slater Community Center before first class.  Limit 8.  6th grade through high school.  Instructor:  Kevin Jones   Cost: $20.

Karate Begins 04/22/08 Tuesdays for six weeks from 5:30-6:30pm.  Ages 6 to mid-teens at Japan
Karate-Do Organization School located at 503 State Street.  Instructor: Howard Smith. Cost $25.

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