Cherokee Recreation and Parks Authority Programs

The Cherokee Recreation and Parks Authority (CRPA) serves all of Cherokee County with recreational activities for all ages. Visit the CRPA Website at www.CRPA.net.

Baseball and Softball Phone Numbers

Hobgood Park Youth T-ball/Baseball
(770) 591-3577
Hobgood Park Youth Softball
(770) 928-1616
Hobgood Park Softball Complex
(770) 924-7865

Aerobic Classes

The Recreation Center offers a variety of aerobic classes which includes step, low-impact and toning. Class format varies with each instructor. The instructors demonstrate all levels of intensity and modification of the steps to benefit all participant levels. The cost is $28 per month or $25 per month for Seniors. Drop in charges are $5. Childcare is available for a nominal fee.

American Red Cross
Babysitting Class

This course is ideal for current and future babysitters. It will teach important childcare skills such as bathing, first aid skills, feeding and more. Each participant will receive a babysitter's handbook and official certification. The course will be held on February 16 from 9 a.m - 3 p.m. for ages 11 through 15. The cost is $45.

Gymnastic Birthday Parties

The CRPA offers gymnastic birthday parties for ages 3 and older. A party includes instructor(s), use of the activities center, exciting activities, music and more. The cost is $85 for up to ten children and $125 for 11 - 20 children. For more information or to schedule a party, please call Carrie Pack at (678) 445-7162.

Lil' Rookies Football

This is a developmentally appropriate, introductory program for children that helps prepare them for organized football. Parents will work one-on-one with their child using age-appropriate equipment. The program meets each Thursday, February 19 through March 25 from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. and is for ages three through six. The cost is $65.

Spring Registration

Registration for the Adventures Express Spring Break Day Camp begins Monday, February 2. The camp will be held April 5 - 9 for ages 6 through 12. The cost is $95. Participants will enjoy gym games, outside play, movies, arts/crafts and three field trips. For more information, please call (770) 924-7768.

  Silver Roamers

If you enjoy meeting people, visiting sites, and having a great time, the Silver Roamers Club

Start Smart Soccer for children ages 3 - 6 is just one of the many programs offered at the CRPA Recreation Center. The Recreation Center is located at 7545 Main Street in Woodstock. For more information, call (770) 924-7768.

is for you. They meet monthly to discuss upcoming events. The next meeting will be Monday, February 2 at 11 a.m. at the Recreation Center. Membership is only $20 per year, which allows you many benefits including discounts on events and trips. If you are interested in joining, simply stop by the Center and apply.

Join the Roamers as they head to The Wren's Nest on Wednesday, February 4. The Wren's Nest is the historic home of Joel Chandler Harris, famous for the Uncle Remus Tales. The day will include a guided tour of the home and a special storytelling session, followed by lunch. The cost is $12 for members and $14 for non-members and includes transportation and admission. The bus will leave at 9 a.m. from the Recreation Center and 9:30 a.m. from the Canton Senior Center.

The Annual Valentine's Day Bingo will be on Thursday, February 12 from 2 - 4 p.m. at the Recreation Center. Join the group for an afternoon of fun and fellowship. The cost is $5. Light snacks will be provided.

On Wednesday, February 25, join the group to see Side Man at the Theater in the Square. This show is a Tony Award winning production and is set in the world of jazz in the 1950s. The cost is $20 for members and $22 for non-members which includes transportation and tickets. A restaurant for lunch will be decided at the February meeting. The bus leaves at 11:30 a.m. from the Recreation Center and 12 noon from the Canton Senior Center.

For those attending the St. Augustine, FL trip in April, the final payment is due March 29. The trip will be April 25 - 29 and lots of fun activities are planned.

Tang Soo Do

This form of martial arts is for everyone: children, teens and adults. The class meets Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. or 7:45 - 8:45 p.m. The class is for ages six and older. The cost is $45 for two or three days per week or $30 for once a week, monthly. For more information, please call Paula or Don Remick at (770) 517-2958.

NOTE: For more information on the programs offered by the CRPA, please contact Neely Hand at (770) 924-7768 or by email at nhand@crpa.net, or Betsy Hampson at (770) 924-7768 or by email at bhampson@crpa.net.