The Wrightsville Beach Parks & Recreation Department offers a variety of year-round activities. Fitness classes are suitable for all levels. Locals and visitors are welcome! All equipment is provided (weights, mats, etc.), with certified, experienced instructors leading the participants in our fun-filled exercise programs. Classes are held in the Fran Russ Recreation Center in Wrightsville Beach Park next to the Park Office. Call (910) 256-7925 with questions or email us at parksandrecreation@towb.org.
Schedule of Fitness Classes
Pilates- The flowing movements of Pilates will help to strengthen the core muscles of your body as well as emphasize endurance, tone, flexibility, proper body alignment, balance, and control. These classes will leave you feeling strong, empowered and invigorated. Classes are held in the Fran Russ Recreation Center next to the Wrightsville Beach Parks and Recreation office. Classes are held Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 10:15am - 11:15am, and beginners on Tuesday and Thursday 7:30am - 8:15am. Tokens may be purchased from the Park Office prior to attending class. One token per class. *Token Fees: Wrightsville Beach Residents $7.00, Non-residents $9.00. Wrightsville Beach Residents age 60+ $2.50, Non-residents age 60+ $3.50. *A minimum purchase of 5 tokens is required for above prices, otherwise one token puchase is $10.00 for Wrightsville Beach Residents and $12.00 for Non Residents.
Tone and Stretch Classes- Tone and strengthen your muscles using hand weights, stretching, and resistance techniques. While this class is primarily attended by those age 60 and older, all ages are welcome! Classes are held each Tuesday and Thursday morning from 8:30 to 9:15 a.m. Wrightsville Beach Residents $4.50 per session, Non-residents $6.00 per session. Wrightsville Beach Residents age 60+ $2.50, Non-residents age 60+ $3.50.
Seniors Aerobics- Two one-hour classes are held each Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8:00 a.m. and at 9:00 a.m. While these classes are primarily attended by those age 60 and older, all ages are welcome! Classes feature age-appropriate music. Instructors take extra care to help protect sensitive backs and knees. Suitable for all fitness levels. Wrightsville Beach Residents $4.50 per session, Non-residents $6.00 per session. Wrightsville Beach Residents age 60+ $2.50, Non-residents age 60+ $3.50.
Yoga - Stretch, strengthen, relax, and smile, with HathaYoga led by Nancy Hayes. Nancy teaches Yoga classes in two levels. Gentle Yoga is for those people primarily interested in gentle movements and relaxation. Classes meet on Wednesday evenings from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Continuing Yoga is an advanced class for people with 3 or more months of prior Yoga experience. Classes meet Tuesday evenings from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. See flyer or call, 910-256-7925 for dates and fees.
Boot Camp - Experience a fun, social, and effective way to get fit without having to go to the gym. You get the benefit of having a professional fitness trainer at a fraction of the cost and have a blast with your friends while getting in shape. Tuesday and Thursday mornings 6:00-7:00 am. In Boot Camp Training you can energize yourself and achieve your fitness goals. See brochure or call the Park office at 910-256-7925 for class dates, fees, and registration information.
Tennis Lessons- Group tennis lessons are offered for ages 6-8 and ages 9-12 as well as for adults, including those 55 and older. Group lessons meet on Mondays and Wednesdays. Fees are for 6 one hour lessons, Wrightville Beach Residents, $55 and Non Residents, $70. The tennis pro also offers lessons on other days for your group of 5 or more and small group clinics are offered for all skill levels. Private and semi-private lessons are also available. Tennis Pro Jackie Jenkins has been an LTA registered coach since 1977. She has established a strong reputation as an effective teacher who gets results. Call the Wrightsville Beach Park office at (910) 256-7925 for more information.
Bridge Lessons- Join us for bridge lessons. We offer beginner and intermediate lessons year round. Lessons are held in the Fran Russ Recreation Center located behind Town Hall. Click here to view Spring 2010 dates.
Shag Lessons- Instructors Ken and Sandy Jones can teach anyone to shag! No partner is needed for these lessons held on Sunday afternoons in four-week sessions (year round). Our Beginner class starts at 4:30 p.m. followed by our Advanced class at 5:30 p.m. Classes are held in the Fran Russ Recreation Center located behind Town Hall. Wrightsville Beach Residents, $30 and Non-residents, $40 (fee includes 4 one hour sessions). Call the Wrightsville Beach Park office at (910) 256-7925 for the next scheduled class. Pre-registration is recommended.
After School Program- Parks and Recreation offers an after school program for Wrightsville Beach Elementary School students weekdays until 6:00pm in the Recreation Center. We transport the children from the school using our department mini-van. Call the Park office at (910) 256-7925 for details or click here to view the brochure.
Performance Club- Wrightsville Beach Parks and Recreation offers performance club for youth throughout the school year. Performance Club was created to give students an outlet for their creativity! With structured theater games, kids can exercise their imagination and have fun by performing. The goal is to have fun by "getting up and being up front" Call the Park office (910)256-7925 for session dates and fees or click here to view the brochure.
Jr. Cotillion- Cape Fear Jr. Cotillion and Pre-Cotillion sessions are now being offered at the Wrightsville Beach Recreation Center. Call the Park office (910) 256-7925 for more information or click here to view our brochure, with Spring 2010 dates.
Questions about our Year Round Programs? Please contact the Parks & Recreation Department.
Town of Wrightsville Beach
Parks & Recreation
1 Bob Sawyer Drive, PO Box 626
Wrightsville Beach, NC 28480
(910)256-7925
parksandrecreation@towb.org
Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm