Perquimans County Recreation Facilities
Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Perquimans County Community Center (located on Granby Street, Hertford)
- Walking trail around the center on Granby Street with a .9 mile loop.
- Perquimans County Tennis Courts/Basketball Court (located on Grubb Street, Hertford)
- Perquimans County Athletic Fields (located on Wiggins Road, Winfall)
- Perquimans County Basketball Court (located on King Street, Hertford)
- Camping Platforms (Bear Garden, Cypress Woods, Mill Creek)
Adult Activities
Aerobic Kickboxing Class
Aerobic kickboxing classes will be offered on Tuesday's and Thursday's from 6:00 pm-7:15 p.m. Please bring an exercise mat and water. Cost per class is $2.50. For more information contact the Perquimans County Recreation Department at 426-5695. Aerobics will be held at the Hertford Grammar School in the multi-purpose room through May 2012.
Zumba
ZUMBA, a Latin-music based cardio workout is returning to the recreation center. Monday class will be from 6-7 pm and Wednesday class will be from 10-11 am, cost is $5.00 per class. Cynthia Elliott, a certified instructor will lead you through this fun workout to help reduce stress, burn fat, build endurance and tone muscles. Bring water, a small towel and wear comfortable shoes. If you have any questions please call the recreation department 426-5695.
Pilates
Pilates is a method of body conditioning that is a system of stretching and strengthing exercises developed over 90 years ago by Joseph Pilate. It strengthens and tones muscles, improves posture, provides flexibility and balance, unites body and mind , and creates a more streamlined shape. Class is Monday and Friday mornings from 9-10 am. Please bring a mat.
Yoga
Benefits include... reduced stress, improved balance, concentration, flexibility and strength. Classes will be on Tuesdays, from 9:00 am- 10:30 am. Cost per class is $5.00. Wear comfortable clothing; bring a large towel or blanket and your own mat (if you have one). For more information contact the instructor: Harriet Marquit at 426-1254 or hamarq@marquit.info.
T'ai Chi Chih
A set of 19 gentle non-strenuous movements. A valuable easy-to-learn exercise system that benefits the inner organs as well as the muscular structure, mind, mood, and spirit. The slow movements also have a positive effect on blood pressure and joints. Classes will begin Thursday, February 9, 2012. Classes will be on Thursdays, from 9:00 am- 10:15 am. Cost per class is $5.00. Please wear comfortable shoes and loose fitting clothing you can move in. For more information contact the accredited and experienced instructor, Harriet Marquit at 426-1254 or hamarq@marquit.info.
Line Dancing
Every Wednesday from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m. Donations accepted and appreciated. Line Dancing will be held at the Senior Center on Grubb Street beginning 9/28/2011.
Painting Open Studio
The Open Studio is for artists who are experienced in the basics of painting and need a time and a place to paint. It will be held at the Recreation Center one Friday per month: February 24th, March 23rd, April 20th, May 4th, and June 29th. Sessions will run from 10:30 am until 4:00 pm. Bring all your painting supplies and pack a lunch and enjoy the opportunity to paint along with the companionship of other artists. If you have any questions or would like to sign up please email Annemarie Pomp at acpomp@pompsite.com.
Drawing and Painting Basics
Annemarie Pomp is now registering for a 6 week session of drawing and painting. You will continue to stress drawing skills and composition while expanding your painting skills through the use of different mediums. New students are welcome. The class will be offered on Mondays from 10:30 am until 12:30 pm on the following dates: January 23rd, 30th, February 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th, with a make up day on March 5th. Cost of class is $90. To register contact the instructor at 426-2012 or email her at acpomp@pompsite.com.
Watercolor Class
Margi Wynn will be teaching a six week course in watercolor to beginners and intermediates. Class will be on Wednesdays, from 1:30 pm until 3:30 pm on the following dates: March 7, 21,28, April 4, 18, 25 with a make-up class scheduled for May 2nd. Cost of the course is $95.00. If you have an eye for color and design, you CAN learn to love watercolor (even if you are not proficient in drawing). For more information or to participate, contact Margi at 426-5112 or margiwynn@gmail.com.
Youth Activities
Spring Soccer
We are now registering for spring soccer for kids ages 4 to 13 years old (age as of April 1, 2012). Registration fee is $20. Deadline to register is February 29, 2012.
Girls Volleyball
We are now registering for girls spring volleyball for kids ages 8 to 15 years old (age as of April 1, 2012). Registration fee is $20. Deadline to register is February 29, 2012.
Registration forms for youth sports may be printed and returned to the recreation department or completed at the recreation department. If printing your form please also print and sign the parent code of conduct. If you have any questions please call 426-5695.
British Soccer Camp
Challenger Sports will once again be offering soccer camp at the Perquimans County Recreation Center, July 23rd to July 27th. Children ages 4 to 6 years will attend a mini camp from 9:00-10:30am at a cost of $96.00. They will have fun games and competitions to work on skill building and develop budding players. Kids ages 7 to 9 years will meet for a half day session from 9:00am-12:00pm. Youth from 10 to 18 years of age will also have a half day session from 5:30-8:30pm. The half day sessions cost $116.00. Emphasis is placed upon skill development and mastery of core techniques through individual and small group practices. Online registration is recommended at www.challengersports.com.
