Williamson County Parks And Recreation Announces Adult Pickleball Clinics, Nature Programs At Timberland Park

Press release from Williamson County Chamber:

June 30, 2021

ADULT PICKLEBALL CLINICS

The Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department’s (WCPR) Athletics Division hosts a series of Adult Pickleball Clinics through the month of July on the outdoor courts at the Indoor Sports Complex, 920 Heritage Way, in Brentwood.

Clinics are offered for beginner through intermediate level players in a single day format. Clinics cover a wide variety of skills and are scheduled on a variety of dates and times. Costs vary based on duration.

Space is limited, and advanced registration is required. For a detailed list of clinic options and to register, visit www.wcparksandrec.com. For additional questions contact Ann Marie Flynn at (615) 370-3471, ext. 2113, AnnMarie.Flynn@williamsoncounty-tn.gov.

NATURE PROGRAMS AT TIMBERLAND PARK

The Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department (WCPR) has a variety of nature programs planned at Timberland Park. All programs are open to the public, and the majority are free of charge. Program participation is limited, and pre-registration is required.

• Saturday, July 3 – 10:30 a.m. – Mississippian Native American Culture – Registration Code: 20951
• Sunday, July 4 – 11:00 a.m. – 1 Mile Guided Hike – Registration Code: 20952
• Monday, July 5 – 10:30 a.m. – 2 Mile Guided Hike – Registration Code: 20996
• Monday, July 5 – 12:30 p.m. – Butterfly Hike – Registration Code: 20998
• Monday, July 5 – 3:00 p.m. – Mammal Pelts – Registration Code: 20997
• Monday, July 5 – 4:00 p.m. – 1.5 Mile Guided Hike – Registration Code: 20999
• Friday, July 9 – 10:30 a.m. – 1.5 Mile Guided Hike – Registration Code: 20953
• Saturday, July 10 – 10:30 a.m. – Medicinal Plants – Registration Code: 20954
• Sunday, July 11 – 11:00 a.m. – 2 Mile Guided Hike – Registration Code: 20955
• Sunday, July 18 – 8:30 a.m. – 3 Mile Guided Hike – Registration Code: 20956
• Friday, July 23 – 7:30 p.m. – Night Hike – Registration Code: 20957
• Friday, July 30 – 3:00 p.m. – 10 Essentials & Paracord Keychain – Registration Code: 20995
  * Cost – $2.00 per participant.

For more information on any Timberland Park programs and to register visit www.wcparksandrec.com. Timberland Park is located at mile marker 437.2 on the Natchez Trace Parkway, and is open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

SUMMER THERAPEUTIC ACTIVITIES OFFERED AT LOCAL RECREATION FACILITIES

The Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department’s (WCPR) Therapeutics Division will host a variety of enrichment mini camps and other programs for children, adolescents, young adults and adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities in July at recreation centers in Franklin and Nolensville.

Programs include a series of summer mini-camps for Williamson County residents ages 6-23 at both locations; weekly “Fit Mind and Body” and “Fun Arts & Crafts” programs for individuals ages 24 and up at the Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Rd.; a monthly “Friendsday Wednesday” social program for ages 17 and up at the Williamson County Recreation Complex at Nolensville, 7250 Nolensville Rd.; plus a monthly “Friday Fun Day” offsite activity for ages 17 and up at a WCPR outdoor door and/or splash park.

Advanced registration is required for all activities. For more information on these programs and to register, visit our website at www.wcparksandrec.com and click on the “Therapeutics” tab or contact Jayne.McFadden@williamsoncounty-tn.gov, (615) 790-5719, ext. 2033 for Franklin activities or Krista.Hollis@williamsoncounty-tn.gov, (615) 786-0200, ext. 2421 for Nolensville activities.

FITNESS AND WELLNESS PROGRAMS AT COUNTY RECREATION CENTERS

New Small Group Training Programs Starting in July

The Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department (WCPR) offers a variety of fitness and wellness programs in recreation centers across Williamson County for fitness enthusiasts of all ages, interests and ability levels, including small group training sessions, nutrition counseling, group fitness classes, personal training and health coaching.

Small Group Training sessions continue this summer with a new series of Senior Boot Camp and Stretch and Tone with Essentrics classes in Franklin at the Williamson County Enrichment Center, 110 Everbright Ave.; and a new Small Group Training program with Tracy Knapp at the Williamson County Recreation Complex at Nolensville, 7250 Nolensville Rd., starting the week of July 5.

In-house Registered Dietitian, Robin Neal continues to host monthly nutrition seminars and offer individual based Nutrition Counseling at all main recreation facilities. Whether you are curious about how to eat “healthy”; want to improve your diet for athletic performance, heart health, blood sugar control or digestion; or are looking for changes in your overall health, energy levels or sleep; Neal will walk you through a customized nutrition plan to fit your lifestyle. Your goals are her goals!

Group Fitness classes are offered in a variety of styles including, land-based classes in cardio athletic, indoor cycling, strength training, dance and mind and body sessions; as well as, Aqua Fitness classes including Aqua Cycling. Group Fitness fees are only $8 per class for teens and adults (ages 13-54); $4.00 per class for seniors (ages 55+) or included with any premium department pass.

Other fitness programs include, Personal Training and Health Coaching. WCPR has a diverse team of certified Personal Trainers on hand to challenge and motivate clients of all fitness levels to maximize their body’s potential! Traditional Personal Training; plus Yoga Personal Training are available. WCPR also offers a Health Coaching program providing one-on-one health and wellness coaching designed to get individuals the results they want to see in their life. Whether your goals are related to weight, stress management, work/life balance or general health; our staff will partner with you to meet your goals!

For additional information on Williamson County Parks and Recreation’s fitness and wellness programs; to view a list of classes; and to register log onto www.wcparksandrec.com and click on the “Fitness and Wellness” tab. Advanced registration is required for all sessional programs or classes and encouraged for all group fitness classes.

SENIOR ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS OFFERED AT LOCAL RECREATION FACILITIES

The Williamson County Parks and Recreation Department (WCPR) hosts a variety of programs at recreation centers across Williamson County for seniors of all ages and activity levels including art, fitness, nature and sport programs.

In July, our Senior Open Play Pickle Ball program returns to the Academy Park Gymnasium, 120 Everbright Ave., in Franklin on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 12 noon to 2:30 p.m.; and monthly Lunch Bunch outings will be organized through our Fairview and Franklin locations. Senior lounge hours also continue at these facilities; plus monthly bingo events and movie matinees; art sessions; yarn club; dulcimer dandies; Wii bowling and much, much more.

Advanced registration is required for the majority of activities. For more information on these programs and to register, visit our website at www.wcparksandrec.com and click on the “Seniors” tab or contact Carrie Cartwright Olson at Carrie.Cartwright@williamsoncounty-tn.gov or by calling (615) 786-0186, ext. 2519.

This press release was produced by Williamson County Chamber. The views expressed here are the author’s own.