Ages 12-Adult Instructor:  Aileen Pool Come spend a fun evening with us to learn Ballroom Dance basics!  We’ll do the Foxtrot, Waltz and Two-step, and work up to other rhythms such as Cha, Rumba, Polka, American Tango and the always popular Swing.  Dance beautifully at your child’s wedding, your own anniversary celebration or on a romantic date. No [...]

Ages 12 & up Learn about different types of photography (landscape, macro and portrait) using your own camera!  Instructor Mary Ann Melton has won numerous photos awards and has works published in Texas Highways magazine. All participants must have a camera. Class 1:  The World of Digital Photography Class 2:  Landscape Photography Class 3:  Macro [...]

This class will take students from the basics of  post processing their images – color, exposure, contrast, sharpening, etc to more advanced techniques such as High Dynamic Range Photography. *For ages 12 & up Class 1: Using Photoshop and other software to convert RAW images, simple corrections for exposure, color balance, and contrast Class 2: [...]

SAVE A LIFE – GIVE BLOOD The Georgetown Recreation Center is proud to invite the Scott & White Bloodmobile to come in every few months.  We offer free snacks and T-shirts and the chance to win cool prizes!  We encourage everyone who is eligible to come and donate – it is so important. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS [...]

Think your fitness goals are “mission impossible”? THINK AGAIN!!  Firm up your muscles, burn calories and transform your body in our motivational Boot Camps. Curriculum includes circuit training, body toning, cardiovascular exercise, kickboxing, core training and much more.  Learn about relaxation techniques, better nutrition, and how to set realistic goals.  No matter what your fitness level, you will [...]

all with Leslie St.Aubin Card Making Go the creative route for that special or everyday occasion… make your own invitations or cards! Learn the basics of card making from choosing cards stock, colors, style, form and layout. Focusing on a standard card, and over a series of 4 weeks, introducing Clean and Simple style, Layered [...]

All Ages, 12-Adult Instructor: Aileen Pool Where better (than Texas) to learn Western Dancing like the Two-Step and the Waltz? Throw in a little Cotton-Eyed Joe, the Schottische, the Polka and you have the makings of a fun-filled evening of learning that you can put on any dance floor. No partner? No problem! Member Fee: [...]

If you enjoy indoor cycling and   Pilates type core moves, then try this new Cycle Core class.  This class will combine indoor cycling, cardio training with mat work to tone and strengthen your core.  The muscle confusion of cardio endurance, muscular strength training and core stability work will provide a well balanced routine. This [...]

Ages 16 & up. State approved, Texas Education Agency class for Ticket Dismissal or for Insurance Discount. The class consists of six hours video and lecture. You must pass the exam with a score of 70% or higher. Don’t worry; we have a great review! It’s fun, educational and provides you with ‘Knowledgeable Driving System [...]

Exercise is Medicine – Orientation & Assessment This free orientation will provide each participant an overall explanation of the program and materials for the Exercise Is Medicine fitness program. Participants will receive a “My Get Fit Kit” which contains a pedometer, stretch band, workout poster, BMI wheel, and parks and trails map. A fitness assessment [...]

with Gary Murray Come learn to fence with the U.S. Fencing Coaches Association 2000 Coach of the Year, Gary Murray! Coach Murray has coached five national champions, one world champion, one Olympian and numerous Jr. Olympians.  These introductory / intermediate group classes for all ages build a strong foundation of fencing basics.  Classes will include [...]

One day class designed to teach the basics of Fly Casting. Students, after completing the course, will understand Fly Fishing basics and how to cast a fly rod. Instructor, Mike Ogden, has been an avid fly fisherman for 30+ years and has been instructing for 10+ years. Member fee: $40 Non-member fees:  $45 resident / [...]

Instructor: Jim Hailey Interested in birding? This free program will assist the beginner to avid bird watcher on walks along Georgetown trails for the purpose of identifying bird species. Each guided walk will last approximately 3 hours. Walk is along Booty’s Park. Class is lead by Jim Hailey who has been birding for 20 years. [...]

An economical, healthy cooking class where you will focus on building a healthy relationship with food, culinary gardening (fruits, vegetables & herbs), promoting active lifestyles, and grounding oneself through gardening, nature, meditation and creativity. For ages 16 & up. The instructors of this class have been teaching together for  7 years. Ms. Vreeland is a [...]

Ages 16 & up Instructor Mary Ann Melton has won numerous photo awards and has had works published in Texas Highways magazine. This class will take students into advanced Photography techniques. All participants must have a camera. Class 1:  Black & White Photography – the art of creating powerful black and white and vintage looking [...]

Want to exercise and have fun? Line dancing may be for you! Learn new line dances each month. Enjoy making friends while mastering the steps. No partner needed. Fridays, 3:00-4:00 p.m. Member Fee: $25 Resident Nonmember Fee: $30 Resident / $35 Nonresident 2012 Class Offerings: Course #36510: January 6-27 Course #36511: February 3-24 Course #39358: [...]

Join this FREE class! Interested in nature?  This free program will offer you the chance to learn about different nature related topics presented by Certified Master Naturalists.  Each presentation will last about an hour. Presentations will be held in the Teen/Senior Center located inside the Georgetown Recreation Center. Guest speakers include: Wayne Rhoden, Certified Master [...]

At the Georgetown Recreation Center Brought to you by Karla Roberson from Splatters Pottery Studio. NEW Inventory is added frequently!  Please visit the Georgetown Recreation Center and see what is available today! No creative or artistic ability is required.  Create a great gift or make something for yourself.  We offer everything you need – all supplies [...]

Practice the art of photographing flowers and other plants at the beautiful Berry Springs Park. See and capture all that Berry Springs has to offer! For ages 12 & up. *All participants need to have a camera, and a tripod is strongly recommended. Member Fee: $38 Nonmember Fee: $43 Resident / $48 Nonresident 6:00pm – [...]

With Mr. Jones and Mr. Deichman This class features an eclectic blend of karate and jiu jitsu designed to give the student comprehensive self-defense skills at all ranges, from kicking and punching to grappling and ground fighting. The goals of the class are: To provide reliable self-defense skills To help students attain strength, fitness and [...]

Instructor: Louis Knox Louis Knox has been practicing martial arts for 16 years. He began teaching Judo and added Tai Chi several years ago. He received his accreditation with Paul Wang from the Tai Chi People Holistic Health Center in 1999. Practitioners of Tai Chi enjoy increased flexibility, better balance, coordination, stronger mental focus and [...]

Obtain beneficial & reliable fitness advice through this FREE 90 minute orientation taught by a certified personal trainer. Designed to educate individuals new to strength training. Group will meet on the following Thursdays  in the lobby outside of the weight room.  Space is limited – you must preregister in order to reserve your space! Choose one class [...]

with Linda Ward A Yoga class is made up of stretching exercises, breathing techniques and deep relaxation. It’s a slow, thoughtful system of stretching and balancing. There is a pose, which affects every muscle, organ and gland in the body and is working on all levels of your being – physically, mentally, and emotionally. Yoga [...]