Bluefield Parks and Recreation Oct-Dec 2025

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703 College Ave Bluefield, WV 24701 703 College Ave Bluefield, WV 24701 304 - 325 - 5707 ext. 1 304-325-5707 ext. 1

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MEET OUR TEAM Our Parks and Recreation team members are committed to serving the community with integrity, expertise, and compassion. They work to maintain our parks, organize recreational activities, and create welcoming spaces for residents of all ages to enjoy fun, fitness, and social engagement. With a passion for service and community development, our staff ensures that every visitor has a positive and enriching experience in our city’s parks and recreational facilities.

Rick Showalter Director rshowalter@bluewv.org 304-325-5707 ext. 4

Justin Hawkins Event Coordinator jhawkins@bluewv.org 304-325-5707 ext. 5

Rachael Wilson Aquatics & Fitness Coordinator rwilson@bluewv.org 304-325-5707 ext. 3

Marianne Boothe Marketing Specialist mboothe@bluewv.org

Regina Huff Front Desk Attendant rkhuff@bluewv.org 304-325-5707 ext. 1

Mckenzi Olonko Front Desk & Marketing Coordinator molonko@bluewv.org 304-325-5707 ext. 1

Open 7 days a week

The Bluefield Fitness and Recreation Center ( Bluefield FitRec ) is more than a gym. When you’re here, you're part of a welcoming community committed to helping you pursue a better YOU through health and wellness programs. We work daily to improve the Bluefield community's health and well-being while providing a fun, supportive place to help you live better. Our various amenities include: Basketball Court Lap Pool Free Weights

hours mon - thurs 5 Am - 9 pm fri 5 Am - 8 pm sat 7 Am - 5 pm sun 1 pm - 6 pm

New Year’s Day: CLOSED Easter: CLOSED Memorial Day: CLOSED Independence Day: CLOSED Thanksgiving: CLOSED day after Thanksgiving: Closed Christmas Eve & Day: CLOSED New Year’s Eve: 1 PM - 6 PM holiday hours

Weight Machines Cardio Machines Group Fitness Classes Circuit Room Racquetball Court Pickleball Child Watch Private Parties

& FitRec members receive discounts on Parks and Rec events and programs! The FitRec is a members only facility & members must bring their scan card for entry. Day passes are for out-of-town guests only. A pass is $7 for ages 18/up & $5 for ages 17/under. Guests must bring their ID with them. Ages 11/under must have a guardian in the facility.

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SIGN UP FOR A FITREC MEMBERSHIP TODAY at 703 College Ave, Bluefield, WV 4

Memberships

membership types Two Adult Household: Two adults and children (21 & under * ) in the same household One Adult Household: One adult and children (21 & under * ) in the same household Couple: Two adults in the same household Adult: One adult (25-61 years old) Young Adult or Senior: One young adult (19-24) or one senior (62+) Teen: One 12-18 year old The monthly bank draft membership fee is deducted automatically through a credit or debit card on your choice of the 1 st or 15 th of each month. ** or debit card on your choice of the 1st or 15th of each month. ** Monthly Bank Draft Monthly Fee

Membership Type Two Adult Household One Adult Household Couple Young Adult, Adult, or Senior Teen

$52.00 $45.00 $45.00 $25.00 $20.00

1, 3, 6, or 12-Month

These memberships are paid in full, with the fee being due immediately.

Membership Type Two Adult Household One Adult Household Couple Adult Young Adult or Senior Teen

1 Month $79.00 $66.00 $66.00 $47.00 $39.00 $33.00

3 Months $172.00 $149.00 $149.00 $139.00 $116.00 $83.00

6 Months $328.00 $284.00 $284.00 $265.00 $220.00 $158.00

12 Months $562.00 $486.00 $486.00 $270.00 $270.00 $216.00

* Full-time college students 25 & under living in the household can be included on a membership in addition to the adult(s). ** Monthly bank draft memberships require a one-year commitment, and early termination results in a $100.00 termination fee if the contract is ended before one year. No refunds for membership termination.

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Insurance Memberships The FitRec is a proud partner with: Silver Sneakers, Active & Fit, Silver & Fit, and Renew Active

Inquire with your insurance provider to see if you are eligible for participation in those programs in order to become a member at our facility. To sign up, please stop by the front desk at the FitRec with your ID and insurance card and fill out a membership application form.

corporate prime We offer membership discounts for various approved corporations and others, including: Bluefield State University and Bluefield University students and faculty Law enforcement State of WV employees (e.g. DHHR) Healthcare professionals Douglas Equipment, Norfolk Southern, Alorica & Intuit City of Bluefield & Town of Bluefield employees Veterans & active military families Education professionals COMPLIMENTARY MEMBERSHIP FOR ACTIVE DUTY MILITARY MEMBERS facility use guidelines Fitness Floor: Ages 12-14 have access to cardio and weight machines with supervision Ages 15 and up have full access without supervision Fitness Classes: Ages 12-14 have access to select classes with supervision Ages 15 and up have full access to all classes without supervision Pool: Ages 6 and under have access with supervision. Ages 7-11 must pass a swim test and have an adult in the facility Ages 12 and up have full access without supervision Basketball Court: Ages 6 and under have access with supervision Ages 7-11 have access with an adult in the facility Ages 12 and up have full access without supervision Child Watch: Ages 6 months to 11 years old have access with a parent in the facility for 1.5 hours max Racquetball Court:

Ages 12 and under have access with supervision Ages 13 and up have full access without supervision

MEMBERS MUST BRING SCAN CARD FOR ENTRY OR PURCHASE A $3 REPLACEMENT CARD

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Aquatics

pool schedule

Monday Open Swim 6 AM - 12 PM Water Aerobics 9:45 AM - 10:45 AM Open Swim 4 PM - 7:30 PM Water Resistance Core & Balance 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Tuesday Open Swim 7 AM - 12 PM Open Swim 4 PM - 7:30 PM Swim Team 6 PM - 7:30 PM *

Wednesday Open Swim 6 AM - 12 PM Water Aerobics 9:45 AM - 10:45 AM Open Swim 4 PM - 7:30 PM

Saturday Open Swim 7 AM - 2 PM Sunday Open Swim 1 PM - 5:30 PM

Thursday Open Swim 7 AM - 12 PM Open Swim

Friday Open Swim

6 AM - 10:45 AM Water Aerobics 9:45 AM - 10:45 AM Open Swim 4 PM - 7:30 PM

4 PM - 7:30 PM Aqua Aerobics 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Swim Team 6 PM - 7:30 PM *

* Lanes 1 & 2 will be in use at this time

AQUATIC CLASSES ARE INCLUDED WITH A MEMBERSHIP OR A $50 10-CLASS PUNCH CARD Aqua Aerobics: A shallow water cardio combo-style water workout that includes cardio, strength, and stretching with dance flow. Water Resistance Core & Balance: Circuit interval, Tabata cardio combo-style water workout that includes cardio, strength, and stretching. Optional deeper water usage. Water Aerobics: A water aerobics and strength class for all skill levels. This aqua exercise class offers a full-body workout that reduces impact on your knees and back.

Rachael Wilson aquatics coordinator 304 - 325 - 5707 ext. 3 rwilson@bluewv.org 304-325-5707 ext. 3

Erin Dalton red cross instructor

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$25 discount for FitRec members

pool parties

Saturdays • 2 PM - 4:30 PM • $100*

* +$50 extra lifeguard fee for more than 25 swimmers

304-325-5707 ext. 1

703 College Ave, Bluefield, WV 24701

THE BLUEFIELD BLUE DOLPHINS THE BLUEFIELD BLUE DOLPHINS FALL SWIM TEAM FALL SWIM TEAM AUGUST 26 - NOVEMBER 20 TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS 6 PM - 7:30 PM AGES 4 - 18 AUGUST 26 - NOVEMBER 20 TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS 6 PM - 7:30 PM AGES 4 - 18 $ 0 discount for FitRec members | F F 65 $ FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE

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Ages 6 Months - 3 Years 20-minute lessons on Mondays between 4:15 PM & 7:05 PM

FitRec Members: $80 8 Lessons: $100

FitRec Members: $145 16 Lessons: $165

group Ages 4+ 2-6 swimmers at the same skill level 30-minute lessons on Mondays & Wednesdays between 4 PM & 6 PM

FitRec Members: $40 each 8 Lessons: $50 each

private Ages 4+ 30-minute lessons on Mondays & Fridays between 4 PM & 7:30 PM

FitRec Members: $80 5 Lessons: $100

FitRec Members: $145 10 Lessons: $165

bluefield Blue Dolphins Swim Team Strokes & Turns Private Lessons Ages 4-18 30-minute lessons on Mondays, Wednesdays, & Fridays between 4 PM & 7 PM

FitRec Members: $40 5 Lessons: $45

FitRec Members: $80 10 Lessons: $85

304-325-5707 ext. 3 or rwilson@bluewv.org

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Amenities

basketball court

Monday Open Gym 5 AM - 8:30 AM Pickleball 8:30 AM - 12 PM Open Gym 12 PM - 8:30 PM

Tuesday Open Gym 5 AM - 8:30 PM

Wednesday Open Gym 5 AM - 8:30 AM Pickleball 8:30 AM - 12 PM Open Gym 12 PM - 8:30 PM

Saturday Open Gym 7 AM - 8:30 AM Half-Court Basketball & Pickleball 8:30 AM - 10 AM Open Gym 10 AM - 4:30 PM Sunday Open Gym 1 PM - 5:30 PM

Thursday Open Gym 5 AM - 8:30 PM

Friday Open Gym 5 AM - 8:30 AM Pickleball 8:30 AM - 12 PM Open Gym 12 PM - 7:30 PM

child watch

For ages 6 months to 11 years old with a parent in the facility. Children may be in child watch for an hour and a half maximum. Monday - Thursday 5 PM - 7:30 PM

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Our multipurpose room is 35' x 85' and it accommodates up to 75 people . We can provide various seating and table arrangements . The rental includes a high-quality sound system and a fully-functional kitchen. It is handicapped accessible and versatile , accommodating a variety of events in a dynamic environment. Minimum rental time of 2 hours. Saturdays: 12 PM - 4 PM Sundays: 1 PM - 5 PM room rental

$40/hour $30/hour for FitRec members

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Bluefield FitRec

Visit the front desk to sign up for FitRec text message notifications, including closures, delays, cancellations, and updates.

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Fitness Classes

schedule

Monday Cardio Circuit 8 AM & 10 AM Cardio Fusion 8:45 AM - 9:30 AM Line Dancing 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Intense Cycles 6 PM - 7 PM Pilates 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Tuesday Vinyasa Yoga 9 AM - 10 AM Pilates 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Hatha Yoga 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Rhythm’nFit 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Wednesday Cardio Circuit 8 AM & 10 AM Cardio Fusion 8:45 AM - 9:30 AM Intense Cycles 6 PM - 7 PM

Thursday Cardio Circuit 8 AM & 10 AM Vinyasa Yoga 9 AM - 10 AM

Friday Cardio Fusion 8:45 AM - 9:30 AM

Power Plex-Form 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Hatha Yoga 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Cardio Fusion: Combination that includes various cardio moves, toning, weights, hula hoops and/or stability balls, abs, and stretch. Cardio Circuit: Non-intensive exercises involving cardio, weights, and circuit training. Hatha Yoga: Slow-moving class that works on muscle endurance. Includes pranayama, breath work, and anxiety. Intense Cycles: Cardio exercise with different variations and drills on the bikes. Line Dancing: Increase stamina and cardiovascular endurance, improve balance, move rhythmically to energizing music, release stress, and have fun! Power Plex-Form: Full body strength training with barbells, dumbbells, and body weight exercises to challenge the body to motivating music. Rhythm’nFit: Get moving with fun, easy-to-follow routines set to today’s hottest hip hop and pop tracks, with just a splash of Latin flavor. Vinyasa Yoga: Focus on the flow between poses and breath-synchronized transitions to achieve inner balance.

FITNESS CLASSES ARE INCLUDED WITH A MEMBERSHIP OR A $50 10-CLASS PUNCH CARD

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INSTRUCTORS

Rachael Wilson | Fitness Coordinator Cardio Fusion

Nicole Baskin Power Plex-Form

Jessica Bailey Rhythm’nFit

Leslie Ann Bowers Line Dancing

Rose Goddard Cardio Circuit

Kirsten N Chmara Intense Cycles

Christy Dunford Yoga

Jennifer Hagerman Yoga & Water Aerobics

Zee Hurt Water Aerobics

Mary A. Hussey Intense Cycles

Beth Pritchet Yoga

Mickey Pellillo Yoga

Jennifer Johnson Water Aerobics & Personal Trainer

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EVENTS & PROGRAMS

dodging december

Get ready to duck, dive, and dodge with Dodging December ! Join us at the Bluefield FitRec for a month of fast-paced fun with separate play days for kids and adults. This exciting program is the perfect way to stay active, burn off some energy, and enjoy a little friendly competition before the holidays. Bring your game face, and see if you have what it takes to be the last one standing!

Ages 12-17 December 2 & December 16 5 PM - 6 PM

Ages 18+ December 9 & December 30 5 PM - 6 PM

FREE for FitRec members • $5 per night for nonmembers Random teams | Minimum participants: 10 | Maximum participants: 30 futsal february Stay active this winter with Futsal February ! Join us once a week at the Bluefield FitRec to play indoor futsal; a fast-paced, exciting variation of soccer played on the gym floor. This is a great way to sharpen your skills, stay in shape, and enjoy friendly competition in a fun, indoor environment. All skill levels are welcome!

Ages 12-17 Every Tuesday in February (3 ,10 ,17 ,24 ) rd th th th 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

FREE for FitRec members • $20 (total) for nonmembers Random teams | Minimum participants: 8 | Maximum participants: 16

Financial aid available winter dance

Join us this winter for our Bluefield Recreational Dance Academy ! A fun and affordable program at the Bluefield FitRec for dancers of all levels for just $125 , with financial assistance available. Practices are held every Tuesday and Thursday from January through March, with a recital in April to showcase what participants have learned. This program is a great way to learn new skills, stay active, and enjoy the art of dance in a supportive and recreational environment. Ages 2-5 3:15 PM - 4 PM Ages 13-17 5:15 PM - 6 PM Ages 6-12 4:15 PM - 5 PM Ages 18+ 6:15 PM - 7 PM

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hiking, rock climbing, caving, & river adventures

The Bluefield Outdoor Adventure Club is your chance to explore the outdoors, challenge yourself, and connect with others who love adventure. Each month, we ’ ll take exciting trips that may include hiking, rock climbing, caving, and river adventures. yourself, and connect with others who love adventure. Each month, we’ll take exciting trips Join us as we discover the best of the outdoors together! OCTOBER 13 CLIMBING TRIP $20 NOVEMBER 15 CAVING TRIP $20 Financial Assistance Available

members receive a free club t-shirt!

Minimum Participants: 6 | Maximum Participants: 12

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HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL

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for your generous donation used to purchase a 15- passenger van that we utilize for numerous outdoor recreational activities for all ages for your generous donation used to purchase a 15-passenger van that we utilize for numerous outdoor recreational activities for all ages Thank You to the to the Cole Foundation for your help in securing a grant allowing the Town & City of Bluefield to acquire 40 lacrosse sticks for our youth Lacrosse Camp for your help in securing a grant allowing the Town & City of Bluefield to acquire 40 lacrosse sticks for our youth Lacrosse Camp Thank You to the to the Chamber o Commerce Chamber o Commerce f f o the Two Virginias & Je Disibbio o the Two Virginias & Je Disibbio ff ff f f

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703 College Ave Bluefield, WV 24701 703 College Ave Bluefield, WV 24701 304 - 325 - 5707 ext. 1 304-325-5707 ext. 1

Thank you to the Bluefield community members for supporting our Parks and Recreation projects. Together, we will continue to work toward creating spaces that enrich lives and foster a strong, healthy community.