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"The body is a unit, though it is made up of many parts; and though all its parts are many, they form one body. So it is with Christ.  For we were all baptized by one Spirit into one body..."  1 Corinthians 12:12

The Cool Spring Recreation Ministry is an outreach to persons of all ages.
We seek to combine the gift of leisure with the companionship of Christ.

Read the September 2010 Online Rec Center Newsletter Here

Register to Receive the Rec Center Newsletter by Email HERE!

 

• Rec Center Updates:
  
  Schedule Updates:
   

  • The Rec Center will be closed on Wednesday evenings after 5:00 pm through the Summer.
     

• New and Ongoing Activities:
   
  • BLOOD DRIVE
    Wednesday, September 8th
    3:30 pm - 7:30 pm
    
    Call the Rec Center front desk at 746-0801 or visit www.vadonor.com to sign up.
    
    
  • ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE
    Begins Monday, October 4
    
    Cool Spring will be host to the Hanover Co-Ed Church Volleyball League on Mondays beginning October 4. This is an exciting league comprised of 11 area church teams competing against each other.  Come out on a Monday night during our open gym and see if you are ready to get back into the game. If you are interest in playing on the Cool Spring team, contact Brian Shay at 550-9602 or tke58pk@comcast.net
    
    
  • JAZZERCISE IS BACK!!!
    
    Download a flyer about Jazzercise here.
    
    Nine classes are available each week as follows:
    
    Monday: 9:30-10:30 am/6:00-7:00 pm
    Tuesday: 9:30-10:30 am/7:30-8:30 pm
    Wednesday: 8:00-9:00 am
    Thursday: 9:30-10:30 am/7:30-8:30 pm
    Friday: 9:30-10:30 am
    Saturday: 8:00-9:00 am
    
    The cost is $40 per month - Cool Spring members can request a discount rate. If you have any questions about classes, contact Dawn Shrull at dawnshrull@comcast.net . Come try out this exciting fitness program!
     
  • FALL ADULT BASKETBALL LEAGUE
    Registration Begins August 2
    Choose and submit your own team for ages 16+ and 30+ League. The cost is $45 per person.
    
    The 16+ league will play on Tuesdays and the 30+ league will play on Thursdays. All players must be on roster by the registration deadline of August 31.
    
    Registration Dates: August 2 - August 31
    League Dates: Sept 14 - Nov 16
    
    Pick up information sheet and roster sign up form in the flyer rack at the Rec Center.
     
  • AMF ADULT BOWLING LEAGUE
    This year's league will play on Tuesdays at 6:45 pm. Anyone age 16 or older is welcome to join. If you're interested in joining a team or have any questions, call Joanne Hughlett at 550-3969 or Peggy Hoover at 779-2086.
     
  • COOL SPRING TRAVELERS EVENTS
    
    Pot Luck Luncheon & Speakers
    Friday, September 10
    Noon - 2:00 PM
    Cool Spring Fellowship Hall
    
    Come and enjoy good food and fellowship as the Cool Spring Travelers kick off their new year.
    
    Enjoy slides taken by Marsha Dodd & Darlene Payton on their recent trip to Israel. Hear their story of adventure as they traveled throughout the Holy Land and experience their awe at walking where Jesus walked. To register and let us know what you'll be bringing, stop by the Rec Center or call 746-0801 by Friday, September 3.
    
    Cool Spring Travelers Trip to the American Civil War Center
    Monday, September 27
    9 AM to 3 PM
    
    Limited to 32 Enjoy a day of Richmond Civil War History with our own personal guide.   Our first stop will be the American Civil War Center at Historic Tredegar Iron Works, once the industrial heart of the confederacy.  We will learn about the people and events that impacted Tredegar and the Confederate capital.  After a delicious all you can eat lunch buffet at Bottom's Up Pizza, we will head to the Chimborazo Hospital Museum.  We will hear about the famous hospital, about other hospitals in Civil War Richmond, and about the practice of medicine in the 1860's.   Sign up and pay $23 at the Rec Center by Monday, September 20.
     
• Upward News:  
  
   
  • 2010 UPWARD FLAG FOOTBALL AND CHEERLEADING
    Registration has closed for 2010 Upward Flag Football and Cheerleading.
    
    Important Dates are:
    Aug 9 - First Week of Practice
    Aug 14 - Referee Training
    Aug 28 - Referee Training
    Sept 11 - First Game
     
  • UPWARD BASKETBALL AND CHEERLEADING REGISTRATION
    
    Registration for the 2011 Season of the Upward Basketball and Cheerleading begins 9/20/10.
    
     
  • UPWARD BASKETBALL CHALLENGER LEAGUE REGISTRATION
    
    Registration for the 2011 Season of the Upward Basketball Challenger League begins 9/20/10.

• Body & Soul Fitness
  The Body & Soul Fitness Fall session will be on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 6:00 to 7:00 PM that will begin on September 7th and end on November 18th. Try ONE class FREE with NO OBLIGATION! For additional information, contact instructor Mary Culley at 387-2422 or mculley@culleymech.com 
  
  CARDIO~STRENGTH TRAINING~PILATES~FLEXIBILITY
  
  Body & Soul Fitness classes have it all! Join us for a complete workout set to today's contemporary Christian music. All fitness levels are welcome.
  
  Also for more information call 746-8974, Option 6.

  Other Rec Center News:
   

• Cardio Room
  We have moved our cardio machines (treadmills, bikes, etc) to the fitness/aerobic space upstairs. This will allow us to not only promote cardio workout in one area, but it will enable us to service our guests better.  Providing a functional facility creates a welcoming and safe environment.
   
• Please Read This Month's Rec Minister Column - "In Plain English"  
  Our Recreation Minister, Greg English, can be reached in his office at 746-3400 and by email at genglish@coolspring.org
   
• "REC"reat'n BLOG
  Greg has started a BLOG! Stop by for Rec Ministry discussions and personal insights.
  Click here to read the latest post.
   
• Please read our updated Regulations and Rules of Conduct.  Shirts with sleeves (not torn or cut off) must be worn at all times. If your shirt does not have a sleeve, Rec Center t-shirts will be available for you to wear during your visit to the Rec Center.
   
• Personal Trainers Available
  If you are interested in working one-on-one with a certified fitness instructor, you can talk with a Front Desk Volunteer or email us at reccenter@coolspring.org .
  It's never too late to start! There is a small fee for this service.
   
• Volunteer Needs: We need volunteers for the 3 pm to 6 pm shift. We will train you for this vital ministry to our community. Please contact Greg English if you can help.
   
• FOR SALE: REC MINISTRY T-SHIRTS FOR SALE
  Ladies T-shirt (Frost Pink & Pale Blue) ... $15
  Men's T-Shirt (White & Yellow) ... $10
  Ladies T-shirt (Sky Blue & Navy) ... $10
  Men's Ring-T (Weathered Blue Gray) ... $15
  Men's Dry Release T-Shirt (Navy) ... $15
   
• See Past Photos from Upward Basketball, Soccer, Flag Football, and Cheerleading Here
   
• Rec Center "Tip of the Month":
  Walking Track Tip - The track is for walking or running not spectating.  If you want to watch your child's Upward Basketball practice, please do so on the bleachers provided.  Also, children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
   
• Birthday Parties  Birthday parties will not be available during December and Upward Basketball season, which runs January through March, 2010.
   
• One-On-One Basketball Cross Training - If you have a child who has a strong desire to play basketball at the next level, Coach Ronnie Lamb has a cross training program available to them.  For more information, you can pick up a brochure in the Rec Center flyer rack. “Champions Do Daily What Losers Do Occasionally”