What's Happening In Parks and Recreation

Brooking Park Concession Building Reservations

We are now taking reservations for the Brookings Park Concession Building for January, February, and March, 2011 only. Reservations after April 1, 2012 will begin on January 3, 2012.

 Scott County Girls Youth Softball League Registration 

There are five divisions of the youth softball program: Training for ages 4 - 5; Coach Pitch for ages 5 - 7; Fast Pitch for ages 8 - 10; Fast Pitch for ages 11 - 13; and Slow Pitch for ages 13 - 18.

 egistration for the Girl's Softball League will be January 2 - March 1, 2012. Registrations will also be accepted in the front lobby of The Pavilion February 4, 11, 18, and 26, 2012from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM.  For more information contact www.SCGYS.com.

Adult Softball League Registration

Many different slow pitch leagues are offered during the summer and fall playing seasons: Men's Church, Men's Independent, Co-ed, and the Women's League. All leagues are sanctioned by the Amateur Softball Association. League entry fee includes the A.S.A. sanction fee. The Spring season is ten weeks in length.  League registrations are on a first come / first serve basis. Registratrations will be accepted online from January 2 - April 1, 2012. Register now at www.SCGYS.com under adult league. Team registration fee is $325. Season begins April 23, 2012.

Anyone wishing to rent any of the softball fields for a weekend torunament should contact Erik Flaig @ (859) 492-0856 or at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

  Soccer League Registration

Over 600 youth between the ages of 4 – 16 participated in the  youth soccer program.  This soccer program offers two playing seasons:  Spring and Fall.

 Registration for the Georgetown - Scott County Youth Soccer League will be held in January. For more information contact www.gscysa.com.

Home School Gym and Swim Registration

Don’t get cabin fever this winter! Come play at the Pavilion!  Children will play organized gym games for an hour and finish up with playtime in the pools.  If schools are closed due to inclement weather, the Gym & Swim program will not meet and a make-up day will be scheduled.

Registration for the Home School Gym and Swim will end on January 13, 2012. Register now at The Pavilion. 8 visit pass $44 R / $55 NR; 4 visit pass $24 R / $28 NR; Drop in Rate $7 R / $8 NR. Classes begin January 13, 2012. For more information contact The Pavilion (502) 863-7865.

Little Jammers Basketball Registration

Little Jammers offers young athletes the chance to jump-start their basketball talents.  This is a skills class for 3, 4, and 5 year olds.  This class familiarizes the participant with the very basic  fundamentals of basketball as it encourages social interaction and group play. Each session is six weeks.

Registration for the Little Jammers program will end on January 13, 2012. Register now at The Pavilion. Cost $50 R / $60 NR. Classes begin January 20, 2012. For more information contact The Pavilion (502) 863-7865.

Kids Kitchen Registration

Kids Kitchen is for children ages 8 to 16. The chefs will prepare basic and easy meals that are related to proper nutrition and health, meal planning, kitchen hygiene, food preparation, and kitchen maintenance.

Registration for the Kids Kitchen program will be held January 9 - February 3, 2012 at the Ed Davis Learning Center. Cost $20 per 8 week session. Classes begin February 9, 2012. For more information contact The Ed Davis Learning Center (502) 867-5846.

Kickboxing Registration

Kickboxing  is a great way to get your heart pumping and your muscles moving. Each class will have a warm up, a cardio session full of self-defense moves and a cool down.

Registration for the Kickboxing program will end on January 10, 2012. Register now at The Pavilion. 12 Class package $60 R / $70 NR , Drop in Rate $7 R / $8 NR. The instructor is Lauren Ellis. Classes will be held on Tuesdays and Thursday, 11:00 - 11:45 AM and will begin January 10, 2012. For more information contact The Pavilion (502) 863-7865.

Get Pumped Up! Registration

Pumped up! Is an intense, fun, entire body workout. This 45 minute class  of one exercise after another. Exercises such as jumping jacks, lunges, pushups, and squats. Push your body to its limits and burn calories fast!

Registration for the Get Pumped Up! program will be held February 7 - March 7, 2012. Classes will begin March 19, 2012. 12 Class package $60 R / $70 NR , Drop in Rate $7 R / $8 NR. The instructor is Lauren Ellis. Classes will be held on Tuesdays and Thursday, 10:00 - 10:45 AM and will begin January 10, 2012. For more information contact The Pavilion (502) 863-7865.

Introduction to Kayaking Registration

Parks and Recreation, in conjunction with Canoe Kentucky, is proud to offer a single night, Introduction to Kayaking class. Participants will become familiarized with some aspects of the sport, learn basic skills, and have a great time! Kayaks and all necessary gear will be provided for class instruction.

Registration for Kayaking will be accepted on the class date. Classes will be held from 7:00 - 8:30 PM at The Pavilion on February 8, Februay 22, March 7, and March 21, 2012. You must be registered before the beginning of class. Cost : Youths (7 - 17 years) $7 per class; Adults $12 per class. For more information contact Canoe Kentucky  1-888-226-6359.

American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Registration

In this course, you will be trained to instruct American Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety programs by developing your understanding of how to use course materials, how to conduct training sessions, and how to evaluate participants’ progress.

Registration for the Water Safety Instructor Course will be held January 18 - February 15, 2012 at The Pavilion. The 1st class will be held February 24, 2012 from 5:00 - 9:00 PM at The Pavilion. For more information contact The Pavilion (502) 863-7865.

American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Training  Registration

This course will train instructor candidates to teach Lifeguard Training including First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED, Preventing Disease Transmission, as well as Community Water Safety, and Basic Water Rescue.

Registration for the Lifeguard Instructor Training Course will end January 25, 2012. Register now at The Pavilion. The 1st class will be held February 3, 2012 from 5:00 - 9:00 PM at The Pavilion. For more information contact The Pavilion (502) 863-7865.

Reach or Throw, Don't Go! Registration

Juniors, Cadettes, and Ambassadors will earn a water safety patch. They will learn basic water safety as well as safe ways to help a swimmer in distress. They will learn to properly size a lifejacket and the HELP and Huddle positions. Once they have completed the skills they will have free time to enjoy our water slide and other amenities.

Registration for the Reach or Throw, Don't Go! Junior-Cadette-Ambassador program will be held January 9 - February 3, 2012. Register now at The Pavilion. The fee is $10. The  class will be held on February 19, 2012 from 6:00 - 8:30 PM at The Pavilion. For more information contact The Pavilion (502) 863-7865.

Dodgeball Registration

Registration for the Dodgeball League will be held February 6 - March 5, 2012. The league will begin March 19, 2012. Coaches meeting will be held March 12, 2012. Contact Terry Smith for more information.

January Programs and Classes

January 2 Dance and Gymnanstics Classes Begin

Dance and Gymnastics classes will begin January 2, 2012 at The Pavilion. Contact The Pavilion (502) 863-7865 or Artie Janow (859) 233-3729 for more information. Follow us on Twitter: prdancegym, Facebook: Gtown Parks and Rec Dance & Gym or at www.prdanceandgym.webs.com.

January 10 - February 17  Zubatomic

Attention Parents: Kids ages 8-12 can enjoy a class that is high-energy  and full of fitness fun. Zumbatomic is packed with  specially choreographed routines and the latest music, like hip hop, reggaeton and Cumbia. This class increases focus and self confidence, boost metabolism and improve coordination. Instructor Shar Goldong. Classes meet Tuesdays and Fridays,  5:00 - 5:40 PM. Package Deal, 12 classes - $45 R / $55 NR. Drop in rate: $7 R / $8 NR.

January 10  Kickboxing Classes Begin

January 10 Winter Adult Co-Ed Volleyball League Begins

Set yourself up for a good time. Come out and join in the fun with The Pavilion’s Co-ed Volleyball League. Includes single elimination tournament. The league will play on Tuesday evenings. 

 January 11 Introduction to Kayaking Classes Begin

January 13 - March 2 Home School Gym & Swim

January 19 & 20 Aquatic Facility Operator Training Classes

National Recreation and Park Association's Aquatic Facilities Operator (AFO) training and certification course is a leading-edge program in the industry today. The course teaches you the skills necessary to make your facility safe and efficient.

The certification is specifically designed to meet the needs of those working in public, semi-public, municipal pools, or water park facilities. It is taught in a two-day format with a written test at the conclusion. Those who successfully complete the course and test are issued a national 5-year certification. Class will meet from 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM each day. Instructor is Terri Wilkerson.  

 January 28 Books and Best Friends

Georgetown - Scott County Parks and Recreation and the Scott County Public Library presents Books and Best Friends at the Ed Davis Learning Center. Children will select a book and read to several well trained dogs. This is an excellent and fun way to get children engaged with reading. Additional program dates are February 25 and March 24, 2012.