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Programs and Activities

From our many parks, to our state-of-the-art swimming facility, to the Nachand Fieldhouse, the Jeffersonville Parks and Recreation offers something for everyone, in every season.

Our goal is to offer you the best in healthy, family entertainment. In the past year we have added new amenities like a new football field, revitalized youth and adult programs, and the rebirth of the Ken Ellis Center.

If you have not taken advantage of all the Jeffersonville Parks and Recreation has to offer, you should. We guarantee you'll find fun all around!

Please continue to check our website as we will be adding
many new events throughout the year.


Youth Programs

 

Blizzard Blowout Friday
February 26th
Come out of the cold for this annual all-night event for kids third through eighth grade. The fun begins at the Nachand Fieldhouse. From there, we’ll travel to Iceland Skating Rink, then to Puzzles Fundome! Then cap the night off at Hoosier Bowling Lanes. Transportation is provided. The fun begins at 8p.m. and ends at 7a.m. Cost is $40 per child.

Sticky Finger Cooking Camp Monday
March 22nd
Get sticky making tasty treats! Kids will learn how to make simple recipes and enjoy cooking-related games and activities. Open to children in grades second through fifth. The camp will be held at the Ken Ellis Center from 10a.m.-2p.m. Cost: $20 per child

Spring Adventure Trip Wednesday
March 24th
The fun will start at the Nachand Fieldhouse where we will travel to the Louisville Science and IMAX Center. We will have lunch and games on The Great Lawn and finally explore The Louisville Zoo. We will end the adventure back at the fieldhouse. The trip is open to kids grades 3rd-8th. Participants must bring a sac(sack) lunch. Transportation is provided. Cost: $25 per person.

Fairytale Princess Camp Friday
March 26th
Come have fun with fairy tail magic as we decorate wands, crowns, and have fun with other wonderful princess crafts and games. We’ll also enjoy a Princess Tea Party. Please come dressed in your best princess costume. Bring a sack lunch. Snacks are included. Camp will be held at the Ken Ellis Center from 10a.m.-2p.m. Cost $15 per child.

Say Cheese! Kids Photography Class
May 8th- May 22nd
Classes will teach kids how explore the world of photography and how to use a digital camera. Classes are free and will meet at local parks, on Saturdays, from 11a.m.-12:30p.m. Kids must bring a camera to camp. Their photography will be displayed on the Jeff Parks website. Registration Required!

Summer Program
June 7th-July 16th
This six week summer program will provide your child with many recreational opportunities like; swimming, field games, arts and crafts, cookouts, and Fieldtrips. Plus, your child will build character through our Character Discovery Challenge. The program is open to grades first through sixth and begins June 7th.

June 11
Love Your Lifeguard Day!
Aquatic Center
Join us as we celebrate our hardworking summer staff. Participants will be invited to watch rescue demonstrations, meet some of our lifeguards, play games and take pictures.

Kids-N-Parks
June 28-July 23
Looking for a fun, free activity your kids will enjoy this summer? Kids-N-Parks is a summer programs in which your kids will enjoy games, crafts and refreshments in our local parks. The program will run Monday-Friday from 10am-noon. Kids who attend 3 of the 4 days will enjoy a private pool party on Fridays at the Aquatic Center. Bob Hedge Parks - June 28th-July 2nd Kyle Vissing Park - July 5th-9th Jefferosnville Aquatic Center July 12th-16th Bob Hedge Parks - July 19th-23rd.

June 19
Superhero Splash Bash!
Aquatic Center
Come wearing your favorite superhero costume and enjoy superhero activities and games!

June 20
Father’s Day.
All fathers are free!
Aquatic Center

June 23
Family Dive-in Movie
Aquatic Center
Doors open at 9 and movie begins at dark. Cost: $5 per family. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

June 27
Jungle Cruise Day
Aquatic Center
Join us for a day of games and tons of fun. Participants are welcome to bring their own inflatable animals…and remember no feeding the animals!

July 10
Tri-It (Kids Triathlon)

Aquatic Center

July 17
SISA Championship Swim Meet (POOL CLOSED)
The Jeffersonville Aquatic Center is proud to host the 2008(2010) SISA Championship Swim Meet. The Aquatic Center will be closed due to the meet.

July 25
Christmas in July
Aquatic Center
Come celebrate Christmas in July at the Jeffersonville Aquatic Center. Games and Pictures with Santa all day!

Sept 11
Pooch Plunge
Aquatic Center
Bring your dog for the final dip of the season! No unsociable dogs please. Time: 12-3pm Cost: $4 per dog.

 


 

K-1-2 Basketball
An excellent way to introduce your children to the great game of basketball. This league is for boys and girls that are enrolled in kindergarten through the 2nd grade. This is a non-competitive league which focuses on teaching the fundamentals of basketball. Volunteer coaches are always needed. League starts the first Saturday in November.

High School Basketball
This is one of our new additions this year! Both, high school boys and girls can bring their competitive edge to this newly formed fall league to help prepare them for their upcoming high school basketball seasons. Each of the leagues will be played on Sundays and will begin in early September. Please be sure to check with your high school coaches on eligibility issues.

Basketball Tournaments
It is our goal to offer many tournaments throughout 2010, which will accommodate numerous age groups. School teams, recreational teams, and AAU travel teams will all be welcome. Youth 3 on 3 events will be held as well. Start getting excited now, because these tournaments will be a lot of fun and a chance to show your stuff!

Jeff/GRC Baseball and Softball
The Jeff/GRC program is for boys and girls ages 5-16. Tee-Ball, softball, and baseball leagues are offered. Sign-ups are in late January-early February and the season begins in April. For additional information, visit the Jeff/GRC website at www.jeffgrc.org.

Southern Indiana Fall Baseball
This will be the 3rd year that we’ve had numerous students from all over the area continue to play baseball during the fall season. In the past two seasons, as many as 20 different area schools have been represented by players in this league, which consists mostly of high school baseball players. All games are played at Shannon Memorial Park and the league will begin in late August or early September. For additional information, call Tom Crafton at 812-557-1634, or the Parks Office at 285-6440.

Football
The Jeff ParksYouth Football League will begin in August with registration and signups taking place in late June and early July. This league is for boys and girls that are enrolled in kindergarten through the 6th grade. Cheerleading is also offered as a part of this league for anyone enrolled in kindergarten through the 6th grade. Whether you want to buckle your chin strap and score a touchdown or cheer your heart out, this league strives to help everyone achieve their dreams. For more information concerning the youth football and cheer program, please contact the Parks Office at 285-6440 or you can also get information by visiting the football website at www.jpyfl.org.

Volleyball
Another new addition this year! We will offer instructional volleyball leagues for different youth age groups during 2010. Our plan is to introduce this during the summer months. More information concerning the youth volleyball leagues will be posted on our website prior to the summer season.

Wiffleball
Kids get ready! A favorite pastime like apple pie and baseball is now here! We are going to offer youth wiffleball leagues and tournaments at some point in 2010. More information concerning the wiffleball leagues and tournaments will be posted on our website later this year.

Dodgeball
Learn the 5 D’s and come on over to experiment with another one of our new additions this year. Grab some of your friends and get ready to show who the best really is! More information concerning the youth dodgeball league will be posted on our website later this year.

2010 All Sports Camp
Our 2nd Annual All Sports Camp will be held in late July and will be open to all students that will be entering grades 2-8. This camp includes instruction on the fundamentals and mechanics that are associated with numerous sports. Instructors for this camp include many coaches from Jeffersonville High School. This is an opportunity for many kids to learn something about a sport that they may have never participated in before. Registration form is availble here or click to get More information and Outline.



Adult Programs

 

Men’s Basketball
Adult men’s basketball leagues have been offered for numerous years during the winter and fall seasons. This year will be no exception! Our winter session begins in January, while the fall session will begin in September. Winter League League play begins January 21 and will run for ten weeks.
Registration Form-Fall

Registration Form-Winter

Women’s Basketball
As we move into our 2nd year of offering this competitive league for women, we are excited to build upon the positive first season that we had. Like the men’s league, the women’s league will offer a winter and fall session. Our winter session begins in early February, while the fall session will begin in September. Winter League play begins February 3rd and will run for eight weeks.
Registration Form-Fall

Registration Form-Spring

10 Pounds Club
February 9th- April 13th
Start 2010 off right and lose 10 lbs! The 10 Pounds Club will consist of group work-outs every Tuesday evening, healthy recipe ideas and nutrition tips. Prizes are given to all participants who lose 10 lbs. Classes will be held at the Nachand Fieldhouse from 6:00p.m.-7:30p.m. Cost: $10

Adult Spring Softball Leagues
Now accepting applications! Registration is only taken on a team basis and is limited to the first 8 teams per league. Registration fee is $435 per team. Games will begin the week of May 3. All games will be played at Colston Park
Application Form

Beach Body Boot Camp
June 5th-July 31st
Work off those winter pounds and get your body in bikini shape. Boot camp classes will be held Saturday mornings from 9:30a.m.-11:00a.m.starting Saturday, June 5th. The class will run for 9 weeks and will consist of both in water and out of water exercises. Beach Body Boot Camp is for all fitness levels – whether you work out daily or haven’t worked out since high school. All activities are structured so that you can choose the appropriate intensity for your fitness level. The cost is $25 for members and $30 for non-members. Open to ages 15+

Mommy and Me Swim Club
June 17th-July 22nd
A great way to get out of the house and meet new friends! Mommy and me club will consist of parent workshops, that will provide helpful parenting tips, along with swim time for you and your little one. All classes will be held, on Thursdays, from 10:00a.m.-11:30a.m.at the ffersonville Aquatic Center. Cost: $25

35 and Over Men’s Basketball
We are excited to introduce this new league into our repertoire this year. The 35 and Over league will be a competitive league and will begin in November. More information on this league will be posted on our website later in the year.

49 and over/60 and over Men’s Basketball
No reason to stop playing now! We offer senior basketball leagues for those that want to keep on keepin’ on. The senior basketball leagues will begin in November.

Basketball Tournaments
It is also our goal to offer many competitive adult tournaments throughout 2010. Tournament formats will be offered for men and women and adults will have a chance to compete in 3 on 3 events as well. Get your sneakers shined and ready to go because 2010 will be steppin it up!

For additional information on the adult basketball leagues and tournaments, call the Parks Office at 285-6440 or the Nachand Fieldhouse at 285-6444.

Softball
The Jeff Parks Department offers men’s, men’s senior, and co-ed leagues for those that are interested in playing recreational softball. All games are played at the historical Colston Park. Our summer league always begins the week after Derby Day and our fall league will start no more than a couple of weeks after the conclusion of the summer league. For additional information concerning the adult softball leagues, call the Parks Office at 285-6440.

Volleyball
Monday night co-ed volleyball leagues are offered during the winter and fall seasons. The winter session begins in January, while the fall session will begin in September. All matches are played at the historic Nachand Fieldhouse. Winter Co-Ed Volleyball League
Must be 18 years of age and out of high school. League begins January 25 and will run for 10 weeks. Limited to the first 8 teams that register. For additional information, call the Parks Office at 285-6440 or the Nachand Fieldhouse at 285-6444.
Registration Form-Fall

Registration Form-Winter

Wiffleball
Adults get ready too! A favorite pastime like apple pie and baseball is now here for you as well! We are going to offer adult wiffleball leagues and tournaments at some point in 2010. More information concerning the wiffleball leagues and tournaments will be posted on our website later this year.

Dodgeball
Learn the 5 D’s and come on over to experiment with another one of our new additions this year. Dodgeball has always been an entertaining sport that many of us have grown up playing at some point in our lives. Now it’s back and it’s time to stick and move through your competition. More information concerning the adult dodgeball league will be posted on our website later this year.

Adult Fall Softball League
League Application is available for this Fall.

 


Seniors Programs

 

The Ken Ellis Senior Center is open daily from 9:30 am - 3:00 pm.

Shamrock Dance (50+)
Friday, March 12th, 6-8p.m.
Featuring: "A Rose and the Thorns Band"

S.O.A.R
Fun, active and educational trips designed for vigorous seniors. SOAR trips will be the last Wednesday of each month and will leave from the Ken Ellis Center. Sign up for each trip by the 5th of each month. Trip will leave from the Ken Ellis Center.

For information on the above call Ken Ellis Bldg  283-7356