Parks & Recreation Department

440.953.4200

Osborne and Sunset Parks Master Plan

The staff of the City of Willoughby and Brandstetter Carroll Inc. thank the leadership and citizens of Willoughby for their sincere interest and passion toward the potential improvements to two very unique and special parks serving the Willoughby Community. The resulting Master Plans are a true reflection of the citizen participation.

We invite you to visit the page we've set up with full information regarding the Master Plans for these two parks.

News

British Soccer Camp

The largest and most popular camp program in the USA and Canada comes to you!

Willoughby Parks & Recreation in conjunction with Challenger Sports is offering soccer camp July 9-13 @ Osborne Park.

Spaces limited! Sign up at challengersports.com - FREE official British soccer jersey when you sign-up online at least 45 days prior to camp.

Sledding Under the Stars

Come sled with us behind city hall on Sunday, January 15 and February 19. Bring your sled and enjoy and evening of sledding, music and hot chocolate. 7 - 9pm.

Father/Daughter Sweetheart Ball

Make a memory that you will keep forever. Dance with your favorite sweetheart, and enjoy refreshments. It will be a night you'll never forget! Corsages and photos included! One 5x7 and four wallet size photos. Ages: All ages with Fathers. Saturday, February 11.

Horseback Riding for Youth

This class is for participants 6 years old to adult. Beginner 1 session will teach the fundamentals of the walk and trot. Equestrian sport is a skill that can be enjoyed throughout life and allows riders to enjoy the outdoors through their partnership with horses. Visit Maypine Farm for details. Lessons are 1 hr. long. Call parks and recreation for dates and times.

Young Rembrants Drawing Class

Our elementary learners are at the crucial time of development when they decide whether they're good at something or not. This decision will affect not only the rest of their academic career, but their lifetime learning as well. The Young Rembrandts elementary program provides the tools this age-group needs to succeed at drawing - a teaching tool from which the majority of learners prefer and ALL learners benefit! Our program works because it's not only hands-on and visual...it's simply fun. Add to this our innovative guided instruction, topics that kids love and relate to, and instructors that know how to reach this group; we take kids from thinking they're not 'artists' to knowing they can achieve this, and everything else, they put their minds to.

Ages: 6-12. Wed., Jan. 18-Feb. 22 and Wed., March 7-April 4.

Body Sculpting

Get fit with this one-hour cardiovascular strength-training class designed to make you lean and defined by using elements from strength training, yoga, and pilates giving you a results-oriented whole body workout. Build and sculpt muscles, strengthen your core, improve your strength and flexibility while boosting your metabolism helping you to lose weight and inches by using just one set of 3-5 lb. dumbbells. Also helps to prevent the development of osteoporosis. Bring a set of dumbbells, exercise mat, water bottle, and stretch band to class (available on our website). Accommodates all fitness levels. To register or for more information, call 216-313-3539 or visit flexcity.com. $55 per 8 class term or $130 for 3 terms.

Mondays and Wednesdays from 7:00-8:00 pm or Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00-7:00 pm. Class held at Willoughby Senior Center through ExterierDesigns..

Adult Karate

Beginning Adult Karate

Many aspects of traditional martial arts will be explored in this class. We will learn karate in a safe non-threatening environment. The head instructor is a 3rd degree black belt with more than 20 years experience in teaching and studying martial arts. The emphasis in class will be on self-improvement, self-defense and competition training for those who desire it. Some benefits of our training include total body conditioning, self-confidence and self-discipline.

Intermediate Karate

Our martial arts training will become more intense, both physically and mentally. Emphasis will be on extending our basic knowledge into the areas of free fighting and competition. Some equipment is necessary. You must have the instructor's permission to register.

Advanced Karate

Hard workouts will provide advanced training for those students who have taken regular classes and are working toward black belt. We will study kata, kumite and traditional weapons. Emphasis will be placed on perfection of form and technique. Instructor: Greg Morrissette, 3 degree black belt.

Ages: 14 and over. Mon, Jan. 9-Feb. 27 (no 1/16/12 or 2/20/12); 8:00-10:00 pm and Mon, March 5-April 16; 8:00-10:00 pm.

Active Isolated Stretching - The Mattes Method

Active Isolated Stretching (AIS) is a technique that involves holding a series of stretches for a maximum of two seconds. This is a full-body stretch that will warm up and prepare the body for daily activity as well as assist the body in repairing itself. AIS will improve circulation, and increase the elasticity of the muscles and surrounding connective tissues. You will be working with your body's own physiological processes to gain maximum benefits. AIS can be used by anyone from children to senior citizens as well as recreational and competitive athletes. This class will help you to feel longer and more flexible and give you greater ease of movement. Ages: 13 and over. Tuesdays, January 10 - February 14 and Tuesdays, February 21 - March 27. Time: 6:30-7:30 pm.

Staff
Brian Katz Director Parks and Recreation 440.953.4200	Judean Banker Program Coordinator Youth Programs, Browning Center Rentals 440.953.4200
Stephanie Maver Program Coordinator Aquatics, Adult Sports Programs 440.953.4200

OFFICE HOURS

Monday – Friday 7:30am – 4:30pm. We have extended hours in the summer. Watch cable channel 12 for the dates and times.

E-MAIL

If you have any questions you can send us a message here. We will answer you back quickly, we promise.

CABLE CHANNEL 12

The parks and recreation department is the place to mail, fax, drop off or e-mail your Willoughby school, service organization, church group, scouting or other non-profit announcement to have it placed on the community information cable channel.

RENTAL OF FACILITIES

You can rent one of our six park pavilions, the downtown Wes Point Park bandstand, or room at the Willoughby Senior Center.

COMMEMORATIVE TREE PROGRAM

The Commemorative Tree Program is designed for those persons or organizations, either living within or outside the City of Willoughby, desiring to commemorate a particular person or event by planting a tree. Learn more here.

SPORTS LEAGUES

Click here to find out how to get involved in one or the Willoughby youth and adult sports leagues.

Welcome to the
Parks & Rec!

Welcome!

The department offices are located on the main floor of City Hall. We make every effort to provide our citizens and visitors with the finest recreational and educational opportunities as well as modern facilities and some of the most beautiful parks in Ohio. Please take advantage of our programs and sign up early for your classes & activities.

We are also proud of our beautiful Lost Nation Golf Course which is open year-round, weather permitting. Lessons are also available to beginners and more experienced players along with a driving range.

All of us that work for the Parks, Recreation, Swimming Pools, Senior Center and Golf Course will do everything we can to help you have a great experience. We hope to see you at a park or at a special event soon!