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Aquatic Fitness
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Lap Swim for Fitness
Miller Park Pool
6/12/2023 - 8/5/2023 Varies Start: Varies
Ages: 16+
$67.00 LR | $82.00
LIfeguards
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ARC | Lifeguard Training Certification
Miller Park Pool
Varies - Thu–Sun Start: Varies
Ages: 15+
$200.00 LR | $225.00
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ARC | Lifeguard Training Re-Certification
Miller Park Pool
6/8/2023 - 6/11/2023 Thu–Sun Start: Varies
Ages: 17+
$150.00 LR | $175.00
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Water Safety Instructor Certification
Miller Park Pool
6/2/2023 - 6/7/2023 Fri–Wed Start: 11:00 AM
Ages: 16+
$200.00 LR | $225.00
Swim Lessons
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Learn-to-Swim | Beginner Adult
Miller Park Pool
Varies - Mon–Thu Start: 6:30 PM
Ages: 16+
$67.00 LR | $82.00
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Learn-to-Swim | Level 1 (Shallow Water)
Miller Park Pool
Varies - Mon–Thu Start: Varies
Ages: 5–12
$67.00 LR | $82.00
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Learn-to-Swim | Level 2
Miller Park Pool
Varies - Mon–Thu Start: Varies
Ages: 7–15
$67.00 LR | $82.00
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Learn-to-Swim | Level 2 (Shallow water)
Miller Park Pool
Varies - Mon–Thu Start: Varies
Ages: 5–8
$67.00 LR | $82.00
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Learn-to-Swim | Level 3
Miller Park Pool
Varies - Mon–Thu Start: Varies
Ages: 7–15
$67.00 LR | $82.00
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Learn-to-Swim | Levels 4 & 5
Miller Park Pool
Varies - Mon–Thu Start: Varies
Ages: 8–15
$67.00 LR | $82.00
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Swim Class | Parent & Child
Miller Park Pool
7/10/2023 - 7/20/2023 Mon–Thu Start: 6:30 PM
Ages: 18 Months–3 Years
$67.00 LR | $82.00
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Swim Class | Pre-School 1
Miller Park Pool
Varies - Mon–Thu Start: 10:20 AM
Ages: 4–6
$67.00 LR | $82.00
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Swim Class | Pre-School 2
Miller Park Pool
Varies - Mon–Thu Start: Varies
Ages: 4–6
$67.00 LR | $82.00

Arts

Crafts
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Papermaking | Seed Paper
Templeton Center
7/18/2023 - Tue Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 18+
$25.00 LR | $31.00
Dance
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Adult Choreography
Miller Center
6/21/2023 - 8/2/2023 Wed Start: 7:15 PM
Ages: 18+
$45.00 LR | $50.00
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Chance Dance
Miller Center
7/12/2023 - 8/2/2023 Wed Start: 5:15 PM
Ages: 6–12
$30.00 LR | $35.00
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Children's Afro-Caribbean
Templeton Center
5/15/2023 - 8/28/2023 Mon Start: 5:00 PM
Ages: 4–7
$98.00 LR | $113.00
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Children's Beginner & Intermediate Tap Dance
Miller Center
7/20/2023 - 8/10/2023 Thu Start: 5:45 PM
Ages: 7–12
$30.00 LR | $35.00
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Children's Tap Dance
Miller Center
7/20/2023 - 8/10/2023 Thu Start: 5:00 PM
Ages: 4–6
$30.00 LR | $35.00
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Fairview Line Dance
Fairview Center
Varies - Wed Start: 9:30 AM
Ages: 50+
FREE
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Line Dance with Micky
Diamond Hill Center
Varies - Mon Start: 5:45 PM
Ages: 12+
FREE
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Preschool Dance
Miller Center
7/11/2023 - 8/1/2023 Tue Start: 9:30 AM
Ages: 3–5
$30.00 LR | $35.00
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Senior Advanced Beginner Tap
Miller Center
6/20/2023 - 8/1/2023 Tue Start: 11:00 AM
Ages: 50+
$35.00 LR | $40.00
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Story Dance
Miller Center
7/12/2023 - 8/2/2023 Wed Start: 4:30 PM
Ages: 4–5
$30.00 LR | $35.00
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Teen & Adult Afro-Caribbean Dance
Templeton Center
5/15/2023 - 8/28/2023 Mon Start: 7:00 PM
Ages: 12+
$98.00 LR | $113.00
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Teen & Adult Beginner Ballet and Modern Dance
Miller Center
6/21/2023 - 8/2/2023 Wed Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 13+
$45.00 LR | $50.00
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Teen and Adult Beginner and Intermediate Tap
Miller Center
6/29/2023 - 8/10/2023 Thu Start: 6:30 PM
Ages: 13+
$45.00 LR | $50.00
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Tween Afro-Caribbean Dance
Templeton Center
5/15/2023 - 8/28/2023 Mon Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 8–11
$98.00 LR | $113.00
Music
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Children's Song & Dance Hour with Sara Ernst
Miller Center
8/24/2023 - Thu Start: 10:00 AM
Ages: 2–9
$13.00 LR | $15.00
Needle Arts
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Knit or Knot Knitting Group
Templeton Center
Varies - Thu Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 18+
FREE
Painting/Drawing
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Acrylic Paint Night
Templeton Center
Varies - Tue Start: 6:30 PM
Ages: 18+
$26.00 LR | $32.00
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Afternoon Acrylics
Templeton Center
Varies - Thu Start: 1:30 PM
Ages: 18+
$26.00 LR | $32.00
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Beginner Watercolor
Templeton Center
5/30/2023 - Tue Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 18+
$50.00 LR | $63.00
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Drawing for Beginners | Drawing from Model
Templeton Center
8/29/2023 - Tue Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 18+
$20.00 LR | $25.00
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Drawing for Beginners | Still Life
Templeton Center
6/13/2023 - Tue Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 18+
$20.00 LR | $25.00
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Intermediate Watercolor
Templeton Center
Varies - Thu Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 18+
$50.00 LR | $63.00
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Landscape Painting in Oils
Templeton Center
Varies - Tue Start: 1:30 PM
Ages: 18+
$38.00 LR | $48.00
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Painting Landscapes | Sunset
Miller Center
6/22/2023 - Thu Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 18+
$25.00 LR | $32.00
Pottery
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Leaf Imprint Dish Workshop
Jackson Heights
6/24/2023 - Sat Start: 11:00 AM
Ages: 16+
$25.00 LR | $30.00
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Open Studio
Jackson Heights
Varies - Thu | Sat Start: 1:00 PM
Ages: 18+
$22.00 per session OR $132.00 8-session punch card
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Pottery Level 1 | Beginner
Jackson Heights
Varies - Mon Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 15+
$160.00 LR | $175.00
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Pottery Level 2 | Intermediate
Jackson Heights
Varies - Tue | Wed Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 15+
$170.00 LR | $185.00
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Pottery Mixed Level
Jackson Heights
Varies - Tue | Wed Start: 9:00 AM
Ages: 18+
$170.00 LR | $185.00
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Youth Pottery
Jackson Heights
Varies - Fri Start: 4:30 PM
Ages: 7–13
$45.00 LR | $55.00
Stained Glass
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Mosaic Stepping Stone Workshop
Jackson Heights
7/6/2023 - 7/13/2023 Thu Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 15+
$45.00 LR | $56.00
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Stained Glass Panel
Jackson Heights
Varies - Thu Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 18+
$175.00 LR | $190.00

Athletics

The Athletics program of the Lynchburg Parks and Recreation Department provides exciting team sports and programs for all ages throughout the community. We focus on good sportsmanship, team play, and fun activities for all participants. Whether you’re looking for competitive play or just plain fun, Lynchburg Parks and Recreation has leagues and athletic programs to suit all players! Learn more about our programs and athletics partners below.

Partner Organizations

Lynchburg Parks and Recreation partners with the following athletic organizations to offer additional programming for our citizens. Learn more about our Partner Organizations and visit their websites by visiting the links below.

Blue Ridge Lacrosse Club
Central Virginia United
Challenged Sports Exchange
Girls on the Run
Healthy Kids Running Series
Lynchburg Little League Baseball

Adult Athletics
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Adult Softball | Coed & Men's
Peaks View Park
Varies - Varies Start: 6:30 PM
Ages: 18+
$450.00 Team | + $15.00 per non-resident
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Beginner Tennis Lessons
Peaks View Park
7/10/2023 - 8/16/2023 Mon | Wed Start: 7:30 PM
Ages: 18+
$75.00 LR | $90.00
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Intermediate Tennis Lessons
Peaks View Park
7/10/2023 - 8/16/2023 Mon | Wed Start: 7:30 PM
Ages: 18+
$75.00 LR | $90.00
Fifty-Plus Athletics
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50+ Softball Pick Up Games
Peaks View Park Field 1
4/3/2023 - 10/25/2023 Mon | Wed Start: Varies
Ages: 50+
$10.00 Monthly
Youth Athletics
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Aces Tennis
Peaks View Park
Varies - Varies Start: 5:30 PM
Ages: 6–8
$75.00 LR | $90.00
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Futures Tennis
Peaks View Park
Varies - Varies Start: Varies
Ages: 8–10
$75.00 LR | $90.00
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High School Tennis
Peaks View Park
Varies - Varies Start: 6:30 PM
Ages: 14–18
$75.00 LR | $90.00
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Little Hitters Tennis
Peaks View Park
Varies - Varies Start: 5:30 PM
Ages: 4–6
$75.00 LR | $90.00
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Middle School Tennis
Peaks View Park
Varies - Varies Start: 6:30 PM
Ages: 11–14
$75.00 LR | $90.00

Camps

Whether you’re looking to enroll your child in a half-day, full-day, or specialty camp, Lynchburg Parks and Recreation has it all! 

Day Camps
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College Hill Summer Teen Futures Camp
College Hill Center
6/7/2023 - 8/4/2023 Mon–Fri Start: 11:00 AM
Ages: 13–18
FREE
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Summer Lunch and Play
Fairview Center | Daniel's Hill
Varies - Mon–Fri Start: 11:00 AM
Ages: 6–18
FREE
Half-Day Camps
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Discovery Camp
Miller Center
7/24/2023 - 7/28/2023 Mon–Fri Start: 9:00 AM
Ages: 8–11
$125.00 LR | $150.00
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Make & Bake Camp
Miller Center
6/12/2023 - 6/16/2023 Mon–Fri Start: 8:30 AM
Ages: 6–9
$220.00 LR | $235.00
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Master Chef Jr, Punch & Munch
Miller Center
7/10/2023 - 7/14/2023 Mon–Fri Start: 8:30 AM
Ages: 10–13
$220.00 LR | $235.00
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Storybook Adventure Camp
Miller Center
8/7/2023 - 8/11/2023 Mon–Fri Start: 9:00 AM
Ages: 7–10
$125.00 LR | $150.00
Specialty Camps
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Adult Art Camp
Miller Center
8/7/2023 - 8/11/2023 Mon–Fri Start: 9:00 AM
Ages: 18+
$110.00 LR | $125.00
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Archery Mini-Camp
Vehicles
7/19/2023 - 7/21/2023 Wed–Fri Start: 9:30 AM
Ages: 8–17
$65.00 LR | $80.00
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Waterbugs
Varies
8/7/2023 - 8/11/2023 Mon–Fri Start: 9:00 AM
Ages: 9–13
FREE

Enrichment

At Lynchburg Parks and Recreation, we are big promoters of life-long learning. A new skill can help keep you sharp, give you an edge in the job market, or provide a fun, new hobby.

Culinary
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Couples Night Out | Farm to Table Dinner for Two
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8/26/2023 - Sat Start: 5:00 PM
Ages: 18+
$50.00 LR | $63.00
Enrichment
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Current Issues & Events Discussion Group
Templeton Center
Varies - Wed Start: 10:30 AM
Ages: 50+
FREE
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Girls Day | Social Saturday Skateboard
Skate Park
6/3/2023 - 8/5/2023 Sat Start: 9:30 AM
Ages: 8+
FREE
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Girls Night | Beginner (Skate)Boarding
Skate Park
5/18/2023 - 8/17/2023 Thu Start: 5:00 PM
Ages: 8+
$60.00 LR | $75.00 Session / $20.00 LR | $25.00 Drop In
Games
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Canasta
Templeton Center
Varies - Wed Start: 9:30 AM
Ages: 50+
FREE
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Dominoes
Templeton Center
Varies - Mon Start: 9:30 AM
Ages: 18+
FREE
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Mahjong
Templeton Center
Varies - Thu Start: 9:30 AM
Ages: 50+
FREE
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Social Bridge
Templeton Center
Varies - Tue | Thu Start: 9:30 AM
Ages: 50+
FREE
Gardening
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Backyard Stormwater Management
Miller Center
6/15/2023 - Thu Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 13+
FREE
Literary
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Hill City Writers Group
Templeton Center
Varies - Tue Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 18+
FREE
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New Chapter Book Club
Templeton Center
4/24/2023 - 8/31/2023 Mon Start: 10:00 AM
Ages: 18+
FREE

Events

In our parks, on our trails, and in our community centers, Lynchburg Parks and Recreation is pleased to offer many special events, bringing the community together to celebrate, learn, and enjoy! Read below to find out what we have coming up soon. 

Events
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5th Annual Great Cardboard Boat Race
Miller Park Pool
8/24/2023 - Thu Start: 6:30 PM
Ages: 8+
$16.00 LR | $20.00
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Children's Song & Dance Hour with Sara Ernst
Miller Center
8/24/2023 - Thu Start: 10:00 AM
Ages: 2–9
$13.00 LR | $15.00

Health and Fitness

A healthy, active lifestyle is something we all strive towards, and taking classes at Lynchburg Parks and Recreation is a great way to add a new activity or interest into the mix. At Parks and Recreation, we offer classes for all ages and abilities, at many different locations. Our goal is to make it easier for you to start reaching a new level of fitness that fits your schedule and meets your personal goals.

Fitness
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Cracked Vessel Taiji
Daniel's Hill Center
Varies - Thu Start: 6:30 PM
Ages: 50+
$25.00 LR | $38.00
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Fairview Fitness
Fairview Center
Varies - Mon, Wed, Fri Start: 12:00 PM
Ages: 50+
$30.00 LR | $45.00
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Fairview Line Dance
Fairview Center
Varies - Wed Start: 9:30 AM
Ages: 50+
FREE
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Group Chair Exercise
Templeton Center
Varies - Mon–Thu Start: 9:00 AM
Ages: 50+
FREE
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Modern Line Dance | Beginner
Templeton Center
Varies - Tue Start: 6:45 PM
Ages: 18+
$53.00 LR | $60.00 / $7.00 LR | $9.00 Drop-in
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Modern Line Dance | Intermediate
Templeton Center
Varies - Tue Start: 5:45 PM
Ages: 18+
$110.00 LR | $138.00 / $7.00 LR | $9.00 Drop-in
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Tai Chi
Templeton Center
Varies - Tue Start: 4:00 PM
Ages: 18+
$110.00 LR | $130.00 Season / $7.00 LR | $9.00 Drop-in
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Yoga PM
Templeton Center
Varies - Thu Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 18+
$120.00 LR | $135.00 Season / $8.00 LR | $10.00 Drop-in
Wellness
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Aging w/ Style & Grace | Aerobic Strength
Templeton Center
8/2/2023 - Wed Start: 10:30 AM
Ages: 50+
FREE
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Aging with Style and Grace | Fall Prevention
Templeton Center
6/7/2023 - Wed Start: 10:30 AM
Ages: 50+
FREE
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Recreation Shuffle | Senior Program
Neighborhood Centers
Varies - Varies Start: Varies
Ages: 50+
FREE
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Recreation Shuffle-Senior Program FV
Fairview Center
6/2/2023 - 8/11/2023 Mon, Wed, Fri Start: 9:00AM
Ages: 50+
$0.00 LR | $0.00
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Red Cross | Preparing for Home Emergencies
Templeton Center
6/8/2023 - Thu Start: 1:30 PM
Ages: All Ages
$0.00 LR | $0.00

Nature

Nature Programs
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Falconry Presentation
Peaks View Park
8/26/2023 - Sat Start: 10:00 AM
Ages: All Ages
$15.00 LR | $19.00
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Fluorescent Forest | Night Foray
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6/16/2023 - Fri Start: 8:30 PM
Ages: All Ages
$15.00 LR | $19.00
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Hill City Birding Series
Varies
Varies - Sat Start: 8:30 AM
Ages: 12+
$5.00 LR | $6.00
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Lynchburg Mushroom Foray
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8/19/2023 - Sat Start: 9:00 AM
Ages: All Ages
$11.00 LR | $14.00
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Mycology Basics
Miller Center
8/16/2023 - Wed Start: 6:00vPM
Ages: All Ages
FREE
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The Bee's Knees of the Weeds | Summer Foraging
Miller Center
Varies - Varies Start: Varies
Ages: 12+
$45.00 LR | $55.00
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Treasures Under Our Feet | Become a Rockhound
Miller Center
7/27/2023 - Thu Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 12+
$45.00 LR | $55.00
Outdoor Recreation
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Canoeing 101
Ivy Creek Park
6/14/2023 - Wed Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 16+
$25.00 LR | $37.00
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Cycling Without Age
Percival's Island
Varies - Fri Start: 11:00 AM
Ages: 50+
FREE
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Give it a Shot Archery | Adult
Armstrong Gym
8/30/2023 - Wed Start: 7:00 PM
Ages: 16+
$17.00 LR | $25.00
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Give it a Shot Archery | Youth
Armstrong Gym
8/30/2023 - Wed Start: 5:30 PM
Ages: 8–15
$15.00 LR | $23.00
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Kayak 101 | Adult
Ivy Creek Park
6/13/2023 - Tue Start: 6:30bPM
Ages: 16+
$25.00 LR | $37.00
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Kayak 101 | Youth
Ivy Creek Park
6/13/2023 - Tue Start: 5:00 PM
Ages: 8–15
$17.00 LR | $24.00
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Paddle & Picnic | Blackwater Creek
Hollins Mill Boat Ramp
Varies - Wed Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 8+
$20.00 LR | $30.00
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Paddle the James | Joshua Falls
Vehicles
8/5/2023 - Sat Start: 10:00 AM
Ages: 16+
$45.00 LR | $55.00

Out of School

After-School Programs at Lynchburg Parks and Recreation’s neighborhood centers provide a safe, happy place for your child to hang out after school and get that pesky homework done at a location convenient for your family. Healthy snacks, active, outdoor time, crafts activities, and tutoring are part of the daily activities at each center. 

Out-Of-School Programs
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Learn & Play Program
Varies
Varies - Mon–Fri Start: 2:00 PM
Ages: 6–18
FREE
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Preschool Play Group
Daniel's Hill Center | Yoder Center
Varies - Varies Start: 10:00 AM
Ages: Newborn–5
FREE

Therapeutic Recreation

Therapeutic Recreation is a process that adapts programs for those with special needs. These fun and adaptive programs allow participants to fully engage in fun, recreational activities with minimal assistance. Programs are intended to foster a sense of accomplishment, while improving mental and cognitive abilities in a safe and nurturing environment. 

Special Needs Programs
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Therapeutic Recreation Wednesdays
Templeton Center
1/4/2023 - 8/30/2023 Wed Start: 10:30 AM
Ages: 18+
FREE

Trips

In addition to our various classes, programs, and activities offered, Lynchburg Parks and Recreation has also added new excursions to our offerings. Join us for a day-long hike, a shopping trip, or a brewery tour. If you’re looking to get away for the day, Lynchburg Parks and Recreation can help!

Trips
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SML Pontoon Boat Tour
Miller Center
TBD - TBD Start: 8:00 AM
Ages: 50+
$25.00 LR | $31.00
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Virginia Quilt Museum
Miller Center
6/30/2023 - Fri Start: 9:00 AM
Ages: 50+
$37.00 LR | $46.00
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