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First Timers Skateboarding
Saturdays, 8:00 am- 8:50 am
This group class will be focusing on standing comfortably on a skateboard, pushing, turning, etiquette of using and sharing the skatepark and identifying parts of a skateboard. Experienced instructors help you achieve goals and milestones in skateboarding. No pressure atmosphere encourages skaters to engage at an individual comfort level with help walking through the next steps safely as ready! Classes have mainly consisted of ages 8-12 years, however anyone who wants to learn to skate is welcome. Each participant will be asked to provide and wear a helmet, and other safety equipment is recommended. $20/class.
Beginners Skateboarding Series
Saturdays, 9:10 am- 10:00 am
This 4 week group class will be focusing on riding up and down ramps, dropping in on ramps, pumping, kick-turns etiquette of using and sharing the skatepark & more! Experienced instructors help you achieve goals and milestones in skateboarding. No pressure atmosphere encourages skaters to engage at an individual comfort level with help walking through the next steps safely as ready! Classes have mainly consisted of ages 8-12 years, however anyone who wants to learn to skate is welcome. Each participant will be asked to provide and wear a helmet, and other safety equipment is recommended. $90/ series.
Private Skateboarding Lessons
Scheduled dates & times may vary
For those interested in a one-on-one instructional skateboarding lessons experience with the instructor for individual attention and lessons. Enroll through Parks & Recreation and scheduled between student and instructor availability. $65/hour. Call Hagerstown Parks & Recreation for more details. (301)739-8577 x 170.
Geocaching in the Parks
Saturdays & Sundays, 2:00 - 3:30 pm
Learn about the hundreds of geocaches hidden all around you. This real-world treasure hunting game will take you on an adventure to hidden locations right under your nose and all throughout Hagerstown's city parks! Led by Larry Potter. Free.
Monarch Butterfly Parade
Saturday, Sept. 16, 11:00 am (#8085)
Children of all ages and abilities are invited to participate! Come dressed in a butterfly costume, or as any pollinator (bees, birds and bugs), and parade down the Cultural Trail to the Hager House in City Park. In partnership with Discovery Station and the Monarch Alliance. Register online for free via activity #8085.