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Fresh Greens Holiday Wreath Workshop
Miller Center
11/9/2024 - Sat Start: 1:00 PM
Ages: 16+
$24.00 LR | $31.00
Dance
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Afro-Caribbean Dance
Templeton Center
9/1/2024 - 12/16/2024 Mon Start: Varies
Ages: 5+
$115.00 LR | $130.00
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Fairview Line Dance
Fairview Center
Varies - Wed Start: 9:30 AM
Ages: 50+
FREE
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Halloween Line Dance Party
Diamond Hill Center
10/19/2024 - Sat Start: 5:00 PM
Ages: 21+
$8.00
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Holiday Line Dance Party
Miller Park
12/7/2024 - Sat Start: 5:45 PM
Ages: 18+
$10.00
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Line Dance Workshop
Diamond Hill Center
11/2/2024 - Sat Start: 1:00 PM
Ages: 21+
$5.00
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Modern Line Dance | Mixed Level
Templeton Center
9/3/2024 - 12/17/2024 Tue Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 18+
$98.00 LR | $113.00 Session / $7.00 LR | $9.00 Drop-in
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Soul Line Dance
Diamond Hill Center
Varies - Mon | Wed Start: Varies
Ages: 21+
FREE
Multi Media
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Beginner Printmaking | Gel Plate
Templeton Center
11/19/2024 - Tue Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 18+
$40.00 LR | $50.00
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Handmade Journal
Templeton Center
11/12/2024 - Tue Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 18+
$25.00 LR | $31.00
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Pumpkin Pie Garland
Templeton Center
10/15/2024 - Tue Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 18+
$20.00 LR | $25.00
Music
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Hill City Ukulele Circle
Miller Center
Varies - Wed Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 10+
FREE
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Jingle Jam Holiday Sing Along
Miller Center
12/12/2024 - Thu Start: 6:30 PM
Ages: All Ages
FREE
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 Series
Templeton Center
Varies - Tue Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 18+
$26.00 LR | $32.00
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Beginner Contour Drawing | Historic Aviary
Miller Center
10/12/2024 - Sat Start: 10:00 AM
Ages: 16+
$20.00 LR | $25.00
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Fall Family Paint Night
Miller Center
10/4/2024 - Fri Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 4+
$13.00 LR | $16.00
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Still Life in Oils
Templeton Center
11/19/2024 - Tue Start: 1:30 PM
Ages: 18+
$30.00 LR | $38.00
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Watercolor Series
Templeton Center
9/17/2024 - 12/10/2024 Tue Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 18+
$50.00 LR | $63.00
Pottery
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Beginner Wheel Only
Jackson Heights
10/28/2024 - Mon Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 16+
$150.00 LR | $165.00
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Handbuilt Serving Dish with Stephen Palmer
Jackson Heights
11/16/2024 - Sat Start: 10:00 AM
Ages: 18+
$100.00 LR | $120.00
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Intermediate Level | Wednesday Evening
Jackson Heights
10/30/2024 - Wed Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 16+
$170.00 LR | $185.00
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Irish Coffee Mugs with Stephen Palmer
Jackson Heights
10/12/2024 - Sat Start: 10:00 AM
Ages: 18+
$100.00 LR | $120.00
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Mixed Level | Tuesday Evening
Jackson Heights
10/29/2024 - Tue Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 16+
$170.00 LR | $185.00
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Mixed Level | Tuesday Morning
Jackson Heights
10/29/2024 - Tue Start: 9:00 AM
Ages: 16+
$170.00 LR | $185.00
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Thursday Morning Community Pottery
Jackson Heights
Varies - Thu Start: 9:00 AM
Ages: 16+
$135.00 LR | $150.00
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Youth Pottery Series
Jackson Heights
11/12/2024 - Tue Start: 4:30 PM
Ages: 6–10
$45.00 LR | $55.00
Stained Glass
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Stained Glass | Holiday Ornaments
Jackson Heights
10/31/2024 - 12/12/2024 Thu Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 18+
$135.00 LR | $145.00
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Stained Glass | Pumpkin Window Hanging
Jackson Heights
10/25/2024 - Fri Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 18+
$40.00 LR | $50.00

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

Fifty-Plus Athletics
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Lynchburg Legends 50+ Softball
Peaks View Park
4/9/2024 - 10/31/2024 Tu, Th Start: Varies
Ages: 50+
$10.00 per month
Youth Athletics
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NextGen Hoops Instructional Program
Armory
10/17/2024 - 11/21/2024 Thu Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 9–10
$35.00 LR | $44.00
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Youth Basketball Instructional Program
Armory
1/11/2025 - 3/8/2025 Sat Start: 10:00 AM
Ages: 6–8
$40.00 LR | $55.00

Athletics - Leagues

Adult Leagues
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Co-ed & Women's Adult Volleyball
Various Locations
11/14/2024 - 3/14/2025 Varies Start: 7:00 PM | 8:30 PM
Ages: 18+
$450.00 Team | + $15.00 per non-resident
Youth Leagues
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Girls & Boys Youth Basketball
City Armory Gym
12/1/2024 - 3/15/2025 Start:
Ages: 9–18
$70.00 LR | $85.00

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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Friends Night Out | Vegan Sushi for One
Miller Center
11/1/2024 - Fri Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 18+
$27.00 LR | $34.00
Enrichment
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College Hill Treatment Plant Tour
College Hill Water Treatment Plant
10/17/2024 - Thu Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: All Ages
FREE
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Conversational Spanish for Beginners
Miller Center
10/3/2024 - 11/21/2024 Thu Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 17+
$80.00 LR | $95.00
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Current Issues & Events Discussion Group
Templeton Center
9/11/2024 - 12/11/2024 Wed Start: 10:30 AM
Ages: 50+
FREE
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Cycling Without Age | Percival's Island
Percival's Island
10/11/2024 - Fri Start: 11:00 AM
Ages: 50+
FREE
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Mugs on a Mission | Crafted to Create Opportunities
Community Market
11/16/2024 - Sat Start: 7:00 AM
Ages: 16+
$25.00
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Recreation Shuffle Senior Program
Neighborhood Centers
Varies - Varies Start: 11:00 AM
Ages: 50+
FREE
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The Amazing Great Pumpkin Race
Riverside Park
10/26/2024 - Sat Start: 10:00 AM
Ages: All Ages
FREE
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Water Resource Recovery Facility Tour
Water Resource Recovery Facility
10/17/2024 - Thu Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: All Ages
FREE
Games
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Canasta
Templeton Center
Varies - Wed Start: 9:30 AM
Ages: 50+
FREE
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Rummikub & Dominoes
Templeton Center
Varies - Mon Start: 9:30 AM
Ages: 18+
FREE
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Social Bridge
Templeton Center
Varies - Tue | Thu Start: 9:30 AM
Ages: 50+
FREE
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Table-Top Thursdays
Templeton Center
Varies - Thu Start: 5:30 PM
Ages: 18+
FREE
Gardening
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Rain Barrel Workshop
Miller Center
10/10/2024 - Thu Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: All Ages
FREE Workshop | $50.00 to purchase barrel
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
Varies - Mon Start: 10:00 AM
Ages: 18+
FREE
Preschool
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Preschool Play Group
Daniel's Hill | Yoder Center
Varies - Varies Start: 10:00 AM
Ages: Newborn–5
FREE
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Zumbini
Diamond Hill Center
Varies - Varies Start: 10:00 AM
Ages: Newborn–4
$30.00 LR | $45.00
Presentations
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AARP Caregiving 101
Templeton Center
10/23/2024 - Wed Start: 11:00 AM
Ages: 18+
FREE
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Medicare | What to Do and When to Do It
Templeton Center
10/8/2024 - Tue Start: 11:00 AM
Ages: 50+
FREE
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The Millionaire Next Door
Templeton Center
9/5/2024 - 12/5/2024 Thu Start: 6:00 PM
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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Glow Ride
Riverside Park
10/18/2024 - Fri Start: 7:00 PM
Ages: All Ages
FREE
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Happy Pawlidays
Miller Center
12/14/2024 - Sat Start: 10:30 AM
Ages: All Ages
$5.00 per dog
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Holiday Line Dance Party
Miller Park
12/7/2024 - Sat Start: 5:45 PM
Ages: 18+
$10.00
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Old School Prom
Fort Early Building
10/11/2024 - Fri Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 50+
$10.00
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Templeton Turns 20
Templeton Center
11/20/2024 - Start: 10:00 AM
Ages: All Ages
FREE
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The Amazing Great Pumpkin Race
Riverside Park
10/26/2024 - Sat Start: 10:00 AM
Ages: All Ages
FREE

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 | Mixed Level
Templeton Center
9/3/2024 - 12/17/2024 Tue Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 18+
$98.00 LR | $113.00 Session / $7.00 LR | $9.00 Drop-in
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Tai Chi | Beginner
Templeton Center
9/3/2024 - 12/17/2024 Tue Start: 4:45 PM
Ages: 18+
$112.00 LR | $127.00 Session / $8.00 LR | $10.00 Drop-in
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Tai Chi | Intermediate
Templeton Center
9/3/2024 - 12/17/2024 Tue Start: 3:30 PM
Ages: 18+
$112.00 LR | $127.00 Session / $8.00 LR | $10.00 Drop-in
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Yoga PM
Templeton Center
Varies - Thu Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 18+
$110.00 LR | $124.00 Season / $8.00 LR | $10.00 Drop In
Wellness
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Treating Vertigo and Dizziness
Templeton Center
11/12/2024 - Tue Start: 11:00 AM
Ages: 50+
FREE

Nature

Nature Programs
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Day Hike | Blue Ridge Tunnel Trail
Meet at Miller Center
11/9/2024 - Sat Start: 9:00 AM
Ages: 12+
$12.00 LR | $15.00
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Falconry Presentation
Peaks View Park
10/26/2024 - Sat Start: 11:00 AM
Ages: All Ages
$15.00 LR | $19.00
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Twilight Trails | A Night Hike Adventure
Ivy Creek Park
10/17/2024 - Thu Start: 7:00 PM
Ages: 8+
$10.00 LR | $15.00
Outdoor Recreation
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Archery Club | Adult
Armstrong Gym
Varies - Tue Start: 7:00 PM
Ages: 16+
$45.00 LR | $55.00
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Archery Club | Youth
Armstrong Gym
Varies - Tue Start: 5:30 PM
Ages: 8–15
$45.00 LR | $55.00
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Family Archery Adventure
Armstrong Gym
11/26/2024 - Tue Start: 6:00 PM
Ages: 8+
$20.00 LR | $30.00
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Ladies Night Out Series
Varies
Varies - Varies Start: Varies
Ages: 18+
Varies
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Slacklining 101 | Adult
Percival's Island
Varies - Sat Start: 11:00 AM
Ages: 18+
$15.00 LR | $18.00

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. 

After School Programs
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Learn & Play Program
Varies
Varies - Mon–Fri Start: 2:00 PM
Ages: 6–18
FREE
Out-Of-School Programs
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Preschool Play Group
Daniel's Hill | 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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Teen Social Mixer
Miller Center
Varies - Fri Start: 7:00 PM
Ages: 13–18
$5.00
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Therapeutic Recreation Wednesdays
Templeton Center
Ongoing - 3rd Wed Start: 10:30 AM
Ages: 18+
$5.00 per Group
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Young Adult Social Mixer
Miller Center
11/8/2024 - Fri Start: 10:00 AM
Ages: 18–25
$5.00

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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Blue Ridge Foliage Trip
Meet at Miller Center
10/30/2024 - Wed Start: 10:00 AM
Ages: 50+
$25.00
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Fall Foliage Trail Ride
Meet at Miller Center
10/12/2024 - Sat Start: 8:00 AM
Ages: 16+
$80.00 LR | $95.00
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Green Valley Book Fair
Meet at Miller Center
12/13/2024 - Fri Start: 9:00 AM
Ages: 50+
$30.00
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