Bowling
ACE Bowling: 1661 Eastern Blvd., 334-819-7171. Youth Leagues on Tuesday nights. You may come in and sign up anytime. Please visit us at www.acebowlingcenter.com.
BAMA Lanes: 272-5423,
BAMA Lanes in
Drama Classes & Public Speaking
For Students:
Rising Stars (Grades 3-5); $200
(Ten Sessions)
Fall session: Mondays, October 3 -
December 12; Time: 4:00-6:00 PM
Stage Door (Grades 6-8); $200
(Ten Sessions)
Fall session: Mondays, October 3 -
December 12; Time: 4:00-6:00 PM
For Teens:
Curtain Call Players; $200 (Ten Sessions)
Fall session: Mondays, October 3 -
December 12; Time: 7:00-9:00 PM
For Adults:
Actor’s Workshop; Cost: $200
(Ten Sessions)
Fall session: Mondays, October 3-
December 12; Time: 7:00-9:00 PM
Recreational Activities
Boy Scouts:
Churches: Check local churches for programs. AWANA Programs are popular. Website: www.awana.org.
Daycares: Please check with local daycare centers for the option of after school care. Check out Montgomery Parents on the web at www.montgomeryparents.com and use our archived April Child Care Directory to get started.
Frazer Sonshine Soccer: 495-6459,
Girl Scouts: 272-9164,
Montgomery Boys & Girls Clubs:
Administrative Office, 832-4288
Patricia Hackett; Chisholm, 265-2469,
2612 Lower Wetumpka Rd.,
Tobarie Burton; West End, 263-3371,
220 Crenshaw Street
Provides programs and opportunities which encourage young people, particularly the disadvantaged, to maximize their potential and become caring productive citizens of our community. Activities include character and leadership development, health and life skills, education and career development, sports, fitness and recreation, and the arts. Clubs are open Mon-Fri from 3-9 p.m. during the school year and 9-5 on school holidays and in the summer. Chisholm and
Fall Outdoor Mini-Soccer for ages 4 & 5
Fall Season: September/November. Games Monday, Tuesday, or Thursday. Registrations began on August 6-7 and August 13-14. Saturday from 9a.m.-12 p.m. and Sunday from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Football for ages 6-7, 8-9, 10, or 11-12
Season: September-November. Ages 6-12 (No 7th grade players will be allowed.) Games on Saturdays. Registration will be August 6-7 and August 13-14. Saturday from 9 a.m. -12 p.m. and Sunday from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Cheerleading for ages 6-12 (no 7th graders allowed) Season: September-November. Games on Saturdays. Registration going on now.
Barracuda’s Competitive Swim Team
The YMCA has a year-round competitive swim program based at the East YMCA. Contact Paul Mielke at 272-3390. The Barracuda Hotline is 273-8351. They can also be contacted online at www.mybswim.org.
Soccer: www.capitalcitystreaks.org
Email:
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. Participants can sign up at any local YMCA.
Recreational Soccer: Season- September-November and April-May. Ages 6-17. Games Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Registration will be August 6 & 7 and August 13 & 14.
Indoor Soccer: Season December-January, February-March, June-August. Ages 6-17. Games Monday, Tuesdays, Thursday, Friday and Saturday depending on age group. Registration TBA
Indian Guide (Parent-Child Program)
The Adventure Guides and Princesses offers activities for children K-3rd grade and their parents. Program that aids in the growth and development of families. Contact Jeff Reynolds at 269-4362 for additional information. Starts in September.
Other contact numbers:
Soccer Branch, 396-9754
Kershaw Center, W. Fairview Ave. 265-1433
Cleveland Ave., Rosa Parks Ave. 265-0566
Downtown, South Perry Street 269-4362
East Y, Pelzer Avenue 272-3390
Bell Road Y, Bell Road 271-4343
Goodtimes Center, off Bell Road 279-8666
Southeast Y, Carter Hill Road 262-6411
Camp Chandler, Lake Jordan 269-4362
Camp Grandview, Millbrook 290-9622
James Wilson Jr, 1445 Wilson Park Dr., 356-8471
Wetumpka YMCA: Laura Emery, 567-8282. YMCA Goodtimes after hours for school age children (5 to 11 yrs) pick up and keep them until 6 p.m. Have several programs, including: Summer Camp, Youth Sports, Football, cheerleading, basketball, karate, T Ball, Swim Team and soccer. Open registration. The following sports are available beginning in the fall: Football for boys’ ages 6-12, cheerleading for girls’ grades 1-6, Mini-soccer for ages 4-5.
Therapeutic
Art and Music
Abrakadoodle Art Education: Ignite your child’s imagination while developing their fine motor skills. Let your child explore new art techniques and create their own unique masterpieces. We offer classes for ages 20 months- 12 years. Registration begins August 1st. Call Susan Parker @ 265-5758 for more information or visit our website www.abrakadoodle.com.
Arts in Motion: Diana Gray-Williams,
Fee per class (one per week for ten weeks) $30. Enrollment is open to all children who live in
Kindermusik of
Studio Programs: 244-5700,
After School Art I: (ages 6 to 8)
Students explore a different art technique, element of art or principle of design related to art in the Museum in this weekly class. With an emphasis on drawing and painting, a wide variety of art media will be explored during the series of classes, such as oil pastels; pen and ink, and colored pencils, as well as acrylic, watercolor and fabric paint. Three dimensional projects, using clay and paper Mache will also be included in the series. All supplies are provided. Class size is limited to 12 students.
Instructors: Donna Pickens and Education Staff
Time: 3:45 to 4:45 P.M.
Wednesdays: September 14, 21, 28; October 5, 12, 19, 26; November 2, 9, 16; December 7
Cost: $145 members/$205 non-members
After School Art II: (ages 9to 13)
Upper elementary and junior high students will explore more advanced art techniques and principles of design in this weekly class. Studying paintings, prints, and sculptures in the Museum, students will learn to improve their own artwork. Lessons include a variety of art materials and techniques: drawing with charcoal, ink, oil and chalk pastels; painting with acrylics, gouache and watercolors; sculpting with clay, wire and plaster; and silk screen printing. Class size is limited to 10 students.
Instructors: Donna Pickens and Education Staff
Time: 4 to 5 P.M.
Thursdays: September 15, 22, 29;
October 6, 13, 20, 27; November 3, 10, 17; December 8
Cost: $145 members/$205 non-members
Montgomery Symphony Youth Orchestra: 240-4004. Runs concurrent with the school year. Auditions Saturday, Sept. 10, 2011, at 9:45 a.m. Ages 13 and up. Orchestral Instruments. Call the Elizabeth Hill at 262-6154 for more information.
Montgomery Youth Chorale: 265-3737, www.montgomerychorale.org. Sing all types of music from classical and jazz to gospel and pop. Purpose is to build self-confidence and a love of beauty through artistic preparation of excellent music. Audition dates are Monday August 1st and Monday, August 8th from 4:45 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. and Monday, August 15th from 6:30 p.m.- 7:30 p.m. (following rehearsal) Please visit us at http://www.montgomerychorale.org for more information.
Paint and Clay: 819-4450, 66 Dalraida Rd., Montgomery. We offer after school art classes at participating schools. Please call for list of schools or visit our website at www.paintandclaystudio.com
Piano Lessons by Summer Whatley: 546-2699, Private piano lessons offered to homeschoolers and adults year round. Lesson slots offered between the hours of 9 a.m. until 3 p.m. Monday thru Friday. Lessons are $72 a month, which includes four 30 minute lessons. Will be teaching lessons at a local studio or in the privacy of your home. Students have won several local and state awards. Please call for more info.
Dance and Gymnastics
Alabama Dance Theatre: 241-2590, 1018 Madison Ave. Offering classes in classical ballet (age 3 to the professional level), pointe, modern, jazz, contemporary, hip hop and tap. Classes begin August 15th. Company auditions for the Alabama Dance Theatre will be held Sunday, August 21. Located at the Armory Learning Arts Center. Call for more information. Website: www.alabamadancetheatre.com
Armory Gymnastics Center: 1018 Madison Ave., 241-2789. School session begins August 8. Ongoing registration. Developmental (Ages 2-5) 45 minute classes: Various afternoon class times Monday through Thursday. Progressive Girls and Boys (Ages 6 and up) 1 hour classes: Various afternoon class times Monday through Thursday. Tumbling (Ages 6 and up) 1 hour classes: Various evening class times Monday through Thursday. 2 classes per week $40 per month. Additional classes at a $20 per class. 50% discount for every second or third family member. Please visit our website at www.armorygymnastics.com
Centre of Performing Arts: 975 S. Memorial Drive, Prattville: 491-1192. Register now and classes begin in August 8. We focus on quality dance instruction by teachers with years of experience as we aim to provide superior training in various dance styles to children ages 2 years and up. Classes offered in Ballet, pointe, tap, jazz, contemporary, lyrical and gymnastics. We are the #1 competitive dance studios in the State of Alabama. Please visit the website www.centreforperformingarts.com.
CJ’s Dance Factory and The Prattville Ballet: 145 S. Court St., Prattville, 361-0554. Fall Registration/ open house every Thursday in August 5:30-7:30 p.m. Offering professional instruction in: Classical ballet, jazz, tap, gymnastics, and preschool dance. Beginner to pre professional, we offer gymnastics, Preschool dance, Beginner to pre-professional, we offer reasonable tuition with family discounts and affordable tasteful recital costumes. Our instructors have college dance degrees and/or professional experience. Classes are designed to encourage and stimulate the progress of experience. Classes are designed to encourage and stimulate the progress of each student’s mental and physical capabilities by teaching the art of dance in a professional environment. Be part of the NUTCRACKER BALLET this winter!
Dance Delivery: Jill Wells, 279-9824. Teaches ballet, tap, jazz, gymnastics and baton for ages 3 to 12 at their school or daycare (morning & afternoon). Current after school sessions are held at Bright Beginnings, New Generation, Lowndes Academy, Precious Memories Learning Center, Taylor Road Baptist Church, Covenant Kids and ALFA Child Care. Call for information about other classes.
Dance Generation: 65 Ashburton Drive, 395-4300, Janice Ransom and Shawn Parker. Tap, Ballet, Lyrical, Pointe, Jazz, Baton, and Gymnastics. Ages 3 – 12th grade. Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced levels. Open House Registration August 8-9 from 12 p.m. until 6 p.m.. Classes begin in September. To pre-register you can call 334-283-5249 or 283-2201. Cost depends on class. Please visit us at www.dancegenerationstudio.com.
Laura’s School of Dance: 47 N. Burbank Drive, 315-5636 or email:
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. Offering Montgomery a Christian approach to the art of dance using Christian music to honor Him. Classes in ballet, tap and jazz. Ages 3 and up. Please call Laura for more information.
Leap of Faith: 742 US Hwy 231, Wetumpka. Jill Wells, 538-1712. Classes for ages 3 and up in Ballet, tap, jazz, gymnastics and baton. We also offer Zumba Fitness and weight training. Call or email
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Lisa’s Dance Dimensions: 2981 Main St., Millbrook, 285-5515 or 221-4622. Ages 18 months through adult. Offer Parent/Tot, Rhythm, Ballet, Pointe, Hip Hop, Modern, Lyrical, Jazz, Tap, and Gymnastics. Class times vary according to age and level. Please call for registration time and dates. Please visit our website at http://www.lisasdancedimensions.com/
Mann Dance Studio: 422 Pratt St., Prattville, 365-5154. The studio offers and excels in all forms of dance, offering beginner, intermediate, and advanced classes. Registration will be Tuesdays and Thursdays starting on July 19, from 6:00 to 7:30. Classes will begin August 17th. Tap, Lyrical, Pointe, Ballet, Gymnastics, Baton and Jazz. Call for class times and dates. Ages 3 and up. www.manndancestudio.net
Next Dimension Gymnastics: 101A Penser Blvd., Millbrook, 285-5515 or 221-4622. Ages 18 months through adult. Classes offered: Parent/Tot Tumbling (ages 18mths-4), Tumble Tots (ages3-5), Super Hero Gymnastics (ages 3-5 boys), Junior Olympic Gymnastics (ages 5 and up), Cheer/Jump/Tumble (ages 7 and up). Class times vary according to age and level. Please call for registration times and dates. Please visit our website at http://www.lisasdancedimensions.com/
Maya’s Dance Studio: 136 Mendel Parkway in Montgomery. Maya’s offers Belly dancing and Zumba . Please call 356-6552 for details.
The Montgomery Ballet: 2101 Eastern Blvd, Suite 223 (The Courtyard), call 409-0522 for information on classes. Priscilla Crommelin-Ball, Executive/Artistic Director. The Montgomery Ballet is the producer of Performance on the Green, Ballet and the Beasts and The Nutcracker. Training provided in Classical Ballet for children and adults of all ages (2 1/2 to adult). Classes for different levels, (divided both by age and skill). As the Official School of The Montgomery Ballet Company, we are committed to developing first class ballet artists through quality training by experienced professional dancers in a healthy, nurturing and disciplined atmosphere. Classes begin August 15th and the annual School Performance will be held in May 10th of 2012. Open Registration. Creative Movement (2 1/2 - 4 year); Pre-Ballet (4 - 5 years); Beginning Ballet A (5-6 years); Beginning Ballet B (6-7years); Beginner Ballet 1(ages 7-9); Beginner Ballet 2 (10-13 years); Adult Basic Ballet, Adult Beginner Ballet, Adult & Teens/Adv/Int/Beg-Jazz; Modern. Please visit us at www.montgomeryballet.org
Tammy’s Academy of Dance: Tammy Grubbs Rauch, 2620 East 3rd Street, 265-5299. Ballet, Tap and Jazz. Classes for ages 3 through adult. Please call for registration times and dates. You may get registration forms off of their website at www.tammysacademyofdance.com.
Tonya Speed’s Dance Connection: 3370 Harrison Rd., 277-1098. Fall registration in August 8th and 10th from 3 p.m. until 6 p.m. Most classes begin August 22. Classes in Ballet, Tap, Tumbling, Jazz, Lyrical, Hip Hop, Gymnastics, Baton, Zumba fitness and ballroom. Ages 2 ½ to Adult (beginner and advanced) Please call for class dates and times. Dance Connection is the home of the award winning dance team-The DC Strutters. Preschool classes also available on site. Please visit our website at www.tonyaspeedsdanceconnection.com
United Gymstars & Cheer, L.L.C.: 284-2244, 6100 Brewbaker Blvd. Offer Babygym for infants to 1 & 2; KinderGym ages 3-4. Junior Gym ages 5 & 6 yrs. yrs. Progressive ages 7 and up. Full range of cheer classes ages 8 and up. Tumbling and trampoline 5 and up. Boys preschool (ages 3 to 5), Boys progressive (6 & up). Please call for times and prices. Family discounts available. Registration on a monthly basis. Parents night out offered. Visit website at www.unitedgymstarsandcheer.com
Horses
Seven Oaks Equestrian Center: Located between I-85 and Vaughn Road, one mile south of The Waters, in Pike Road. Website: www.seven-oaks.org; Call 334-260-7972. Riding lessons offered year round. Private lessons and groups of up to four. Ages 6 and up. Call for pricing. Lessons run one hour.
Shade Tree Riding Academy: 290-3727 or 546-3964, 566 Thornfield Dr., Millbrook. Gentle, experienced horses, easy trail and knowledgeable staff to assist beginners. Call today for more information.
Martial Arts
Alabama Karate Academy: 514-9114, 42A Coosa River Parkway, Wetumpka. We cater to men, women, and children of all ages and experience levels . Please visit our website at www.alabamakarateacademy.com for more information and prices.
Chung’s Taekwondo: 3125 Bell Road, 277-2627. Fall special 8 weeks for $99 and includes a free uniform. Free registration. New students welcome anytime. Ages 6 and up.
Docarmo’s Taekwondo Center: 2179 Taylor Rd., Montgomery, 36116; 220-5835; Anne Docarmo. www.trytkdfree.com. Docarmo’s Taekwondo Center offers an affordable family friendly martial arts program with no long-term contracts. Anti-abduction curriculum, Random Acts of Kindness Program, Academic Achievement Program and MORE all taught by nationally certified instructors...check us out! ***Ages 4 & older/Lil’ Dragons (ages 4-5) offered during the school year! With all memberships you receive a free uniform. Please visit our website at www.trytkdfree.com
Family Karate Center: 8159 Vaughn Rd, Peppertree Shopping Center. 277-4911. Montgomery’s Christian Martial Arts. Mon.- Saturday (ages 2 and up): No enrollment fee, no contract. Specialize in ADD, LD, handicapped, mentally challenged, visually impaired, blind, autistic, deaf, overweight children, and children with depression anxiety disorder. Founders of the “Stranger Danger Child Abduction Prevention Program, ASK MOM FIRST Child Molestation Prevention, and the How to Handle Bullies and Aggressive People Program. Coker’s now also offers Japanese Martial Arts Training and Weaponry. Master Carole Coker, is a certified post-trauma rape counselor, one of the highest ranking female instructors in the Southeast, and has 39 years of experience in self defense and counseling. We are the only martial arts school that offers a Mommy and me program for ages 2-4. All ages taught every day. We have a fully equipped fitness center that is free to our parents six days a week. Our referral program pays you $20 for every enrollment you send us. Military discount offered. Visit our website at www.montgomeryfamilykarate.com.
Fleming’s Martial Art Institute: 4315 Atlanta Hwy, 277-KICK (5425). Family rates available. Free uniform with all programs. Taekwondo (3 and up), Tia Chi (7 and up) and Brazilian Jia Jitsu (7 and up). Develops self-confidence, teaches self-defense, improves grades, develops coordination, promotes fitness and is fun. Specialized program for ages 3-5 (Karate Cubs). Call for times and prices. Please visit our website at www.flemingsmai.com.
Martial Arts Center: 420 Coliseum Blvd., 271-2228. Martial Arts combined with discipline and etiquette. Martial Arts is good, clean fun for kids and a great way to give them a head start in life. Our primary focus is to teach children life skills. Because a structure of respect, courtesy and honesty is built into KUK SOOL, children develop the ability to learn, listen and achieve within a highly regulated enviroment. Ages 4 yrs. - 12. Call for times and prices. www.montgomerymartialarts.com.
Montgomery Taekwondo: Goodwyn Community Center on Perry Hill Rd., 220-5029. Classes offered for Lil’Dragons (4-6 years), Beginner (6 to adult), Advanced (6 to adult). Open registration. Call for two FREE lessons. Please find us at Montgomery Taekwondo Center on Facebook.
Tiger Rock Taekwondo Plus: 244-9139, 2750 Bell Rd. Classes offered for children ages 4-5 (Tiger Cubs), ages 6-12 (Junior Program) and 13-adult. Please call us for more information regarding class times and schedules.






