by Heather Wood

For many Americans, Labor Day marks the end of the summer, a day off from work and school, and one last chance to relax.  Whether you choose to visit a local park, have a family barbeque or relax by the pool, finding ways to relax should be enjoyable.

This month Kernersville Parks and Recreation will wrap up our Movies in the Park Series on Friday, September 19 at Harmon Park, with our feature presentation being “Racing Stripes.”  Bring the family, neighbors, lawn chairs, and a picnic and enjoy watching a movie under the stars.  There will be fun movie games to play before the movie starts so arrive early.  Giadas Mobile Brick Oven Pizza, Kona Ice and the Patriot Pretzel will return to offer tasty treats for everyone to enjoy.  Our summer series has continued to grow with the support of our community and this free family event has been a staple for many families throughout the summer.  Thank you to our September movie sponsors Wolfe & Associates and Vestal GMC of Kernersville.

Fall Youth Activities

Cannons Lacrosse – Play the “Fastest Game on Two Feet” by joining the Kernersville Cannons Youth Lacrosse team!  Fall ball is a great time to try out the sport and for experienced players to increase their skills.

Age:  6-15

Date:  Sunday, September 7th – October 26th

Time:  2:00pm-3:30pm

Fee / Register:  $75, www.toknc.com/pr

 

Youth Self-Defense – Learn physical and verbal self-defense skills!  In this class you will receive safety awareness education, advance in rank and belt, gain self-confidence, and increase concentration.

Age:  4-16 / Date:  Monday, September 16th –
January 26th, 2015

Time:  5:15pm – 7:45pm

Fee / Registration:  $10 to register & $10 per class, www.youngchampionsofamerica.com/northcarolina

 

RDU Tennis Clinics – In this 8 week session, participants will be taught the basic fundamentals of tennis while learning in a very noncompetitive, safe, and fun environment.

Age:  K – 8th Grade

Date:  Saturday, September 13th (8 Weeks)

Time:  10:30am-11:30am (Grades K-3) & 11:30am-12:30pm (Grades 4-8)

Fee / Registration:  $80, www.rdutennis.net

 

Kernersville Raptors Basketball – Open tryouts for the Kernersville Raptors, your Town team!!  Rising 6th-9th graders can tryout in October.  For more information call Adam at 336-996-3039.

Coaches:  Allen Branch, John Rhodes, Matthew Brinson

Location:  Kernersville Community Recreation Center

 

DKI Acting Academy – This program is designed for Middle and High School student’s ages 11-18 years old.  Our DKI Acting is an excellent way for older students to explore and expand their acting and auditioning skills through character interpretations and advanced acting techniques.  The program culminates into a spring performance in May.

Instructor:  Pamela Barrans

Date:  Tuesday, September 9th – May 12th, 2015

Time:  6:00-7:00pm

Fee / Registration:  $60 per month, www.dramakids.com/nc1

 

Quad Fusion Junior Roller Derby – Quad Fusion is a program for all skill levels from beginning skaters who want to eventually join the junior roller derby league or those who simply want to be taught how to roller skate.  Techniques include: stance, normal motion, falling safely, and other skills.

Ages:  6-18

Date / Time:  Sunday, 1:00 – 3:00pm & Tuesday,                                            4:30 – 5:30pm

Fee / Registration:  $45 per month, www.toknc.com/pr

 

Cheerleading – This class promotes coordination, confidence, poise, artistic expression, competitive spirit, and physical fitness.  Classes are 45 minutes of “Fun and Instruction.”

Age:  4-18

Date:  Friday, September 19th – January 30th, 2015

Time:  6:15 – 7:00pm (Ages 4-6) & 7:15 – 8:00pm (Ages 7 & up)

Fee / Registration:  $10 to register & $10 per class, www.toknc.com/pr or www.youngchampionsofamerica.com/northcarolina

 

Fall Adult Activities

Adult Self-Defense – Learn physical and verbal self-defense skills!  In this class you will receive safety awareness education, advance in rank and belt, gain self-confidence and increase concentration.

Age:  16+

Date:  Wednesday, September 17th – January 28th, 2015

Time:  7:15 – 8:00pm

Fee / Registration:  $10 to register & $10 per class — Wednesday, September 17th at 5:45pm, www.youngchampionsofamerica.com/northcarolina

Adult Volleyball League – Whether you have a competitive streak or just love volleyball, this is the league for you.  This coed league is advanced intermediate and has a unique pick-up game format.

Age:  18+

Date:  Tuesday, January 6th – April 27th, 2015

Time:  6:30-9:00pm

Fee / Registration:  $35 per person, www.toknc.com/pr

 

Adult Men’s Basketball Leagues – Spend your time on the court instead of on the couch.  Men of all playing abilities welcome.  Deadline to register is September 19th.

Date:  Thursday & Friday, September 26th – December 5th

Time:  6:30-10:30pm

Fee / Registration:  $320 per team/per season, www.toknc.com/pr

 

Pickleball – KPRD and the Senior Center have teamed up to offer Pickleball.  Pickleball is a combination of tennis, badminton, ping pong, and racquetball.  It is easy to learn, fast paced, great exercise, and lots of fun!  Come see what all the excitement is about!  It is open to all ages.  Call 336-996-3062 for more information.

Date / Time:  On-going, Tuesday 6:30-8:00pm / Wednesday & Monday 12:00-3:30pm

 

Zumba – Dance Fit Divas is a mobile fitness company that inspires women to journey through life with faith, fitness, and fun!  Dance Fit Divas’ classes currently feature:  ZUMBA, Devoted Fitness (a Christian Fitness Program), and ZUMBA toning.  Join the Kernersville Zumba meet up group; for more information visit www.meetup.com/kernersville-zumba.

Date / Time:  On-going, Wednesday & Thursday 6:00-7:00pm & every other Saturday starting September, 6th from 9:30-11:00am

Fee / Registration:  $60 for 20 class punch card (plus two free), $40 for 10 class punch card, or $5 per class, info@dancefitdivas.com or 336-655-6538

 

R.I.P.P.E.D. Fitness – R.I.P.P.E.D. is a Plateau proof fitness formula that masterfully combines Resistance, Intervals, Power, Plyometrics, Endurance, and Diet.  If you are looking to lose pounds, inches, increase your metabolism, sculpt sexy lean muscles, improve your cardio vascular performance, feel your energy and strength go through the roof, and have a BLAST doing it…you will find it here!

Date:  On-going, Monday 7:30 – 8:30pm

Registration / Information:  www.toknc.com/pr

 

RDU Tennis Clinics – In this 8 week session, participants will be taught the basic fundamentals of tennis while learning in a very noncompetitive, safe, and fun environment.  The beginner’s class is for adults with little to no tennis experience.

Date:  Saturday, September 13th (8 Weeks)

Time:  9:30-10:30am

Fee / Registration:  $80, www.rdutennis.net