Just - 4 - Teens! (Grades 6 - 12)
A wide variety of programs for teens are available citywide and at neighborhood recreation centers. All programs provide fun, safe and age appropriate activities that create opportunities for success, as well as provide positive alternatives to drugs, gangs and other undesirable activities. Call your neighborhood recreation center for more information about programs, activities, field trips, volunteer opportunities, citywide events and more. For more information, call 703.746.5575 or email ann.redfearn@alexandriava.gov.
All participants must be residents of the City, and are required to show proof of residency to register at the neighborhood recreation centers. All participants at the center who are 13 years of age or older are required to have a recreation center photo identification (initial ID card provided free of charge) to gain entrance to the City’s neighborhood recreation centers.
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Interested in enhancing your leadership skills and in helping to develop interesting programs for your fellow teens in the City? If so, then join the Recreation Services Teen Advisory Council. Meetings are held monthly at various neighborhood Recreation Centers. For more information, call 703.838.4345 or email ann.redfearn@alexandriava.gov.
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Power-Up Programs
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Registration information for Power-Up Programs
6-8 grades. Registration for the 2009-2010 School Year Power-Up Program is currently open. Beginning this fall, participants will be charged a $25 activity fee per semester (Fall, Winter/Spring, and Summer). Financial assistance is available for eligible families. To register, visit your neighborhood recreation center. For additional information, call Recreation Services at 703.746.5575. |
- George Washington Middle School & Francis C. Hammond Middle School
Power-Up is a recreation program designed specifically for young teens attending George Washington and Francis C. Hammond Middle Schools. The program operates at each school Mon-Fri from 3:15-6 pm except for City and school holidays, and early dismissal days. Program begins September 21, 2009 and runs through June 16, 2010. Activities include a homework center, Red Cross clubs, educational and cultural enrichment opportunities, sports, games, tournaments, field trips and special events. There is something for everyone at the Power-Up Program.
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Weightlifting and Conditioning - 4 - Teens
Learn the correct techniques of weightlifting and conditioning. This program is designed to increase participant’s endurance, strength, flexibility and knowledge. Available Tuesday and Thursday at the following centers:
- Charles Barrett, 1115 Martha Custis Dr. from 5:30-6:30 pm
- Nannie J. Lee, 1108 Jefferson St. from 6-7 pm
- Cora Kelly, 25 West Reed Ave. from 7-8:30 pm
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“Saturday Night Hype”
Monthly theme parties designed specifically for teens. Themes include Splash Parties, Sports Parties, Holiday Celebrations, Social Awareness Events and more. High School Saturday Night Hype events are as announced. Middle School events are the first Saturday of the month October – June and additional Saturdays as announced. Watch for more information at the City’s Recreation Centers, Middle Schools and High Schools. For more information contact the Teen Program Office. School ID Required.
- Chinquapin Park Center, 3210 King St.
- Middle School Events from 8–10:30pm
- High School Events from 8–11:30pm
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Late Night Recreation Program
Extended teen programs and activities are offered at the following recreation centers:
- Cora Kelly, 25 W. Reed Ave. on Friday & Saturday from 6-11 pm
- William Ramsay, 5650 Sanger Ave. on Friday & Saturday from 6-11 pm
- Charles Houston, 901 Wythe St. Monday through Saturday from 6-11 pm
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Just - 4 - Teen Brochures and Newsletters
Look for the “Just -4- Teens” quarterly brochures and newslet¬ters available at all neighborhood recreation centers. For more information, call 703.746.5575 or email ann.redfearn@alexandriava.gov.
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Volunteer Opportunities Just - 4 - Teens
Volunteer opportunities and community service projects are may be coordinated throughout the year for teens in grades 8-12. For more information, call 703.746.5575 or email ann.redfearn@alexandriava.gov.
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Fee Assistance Program for City Residents
The Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities encourages participation in City programs from all City residents. If you, a member of your family or a friend would like to participate in programs or activities sponsored by this Department and are in need of fee assistance in order to participate, please contact the sponsoring program office for more detailed information at least two weeks in advance. For general information, please call 703.746.4343 or (TTY) 703.838.4902.
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