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Parks & Recreation Department
22nd and Sycamore Streets • P.O. Box 858 • Columbus, IN 47202-0858
(812)376-2680 Phone • (812)378-2892 Fax
Open 8:00a.m. to 5:00p.m. Monday thru Friday
Mission Statement - Enriching Lives... Building Community


"Inspire and Enable, Our Youth, Our Community"

ADULT PROGRAMMING
Foundation for Youth www.foundationforyouth.com
405 Hope Ave
Columbus, IN 47203
(812) 372-7867

Foundation For Youth
Community Programs Adult Basketball League
Aquatics Facility Rentals
Boys & Girls Club Teen Programs
Youth Athletics Columbus Youth Camp
Make a Difference in the Life of a Child Community Parent's Night Out

Adult Programming
Annual Membership Fee: $25.00
Adults may purchase single visit passes, or passes for
five, fifteen, or thirty visits.
Adults can participate in:
  Lap swimming Fitness Room
  Basketball Indoor walking

Ladies Low Impact Water Aerobics
$30 per month
Mon, Wed, and Friday 8:00 a.m. or 9:00 a.m.
On Your Own Deep Water Workout
Participants will purchase an annual membership and
passes and may workout in the deep end of the pool:
Mon.-Fri. from 8-9am or Equipment
is provided
Mon., Wed., Fri. from 9-10am

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COMMUNITY PROGRAMS

Father - Daughter Princess Ball January 12, 2008 - 970006-A3 father_daughter_princess_ball
Community Parent's Night Out
The community is welcome to participate in our "Parent's Night Out" events. The Boys & Girls Club is open from 6:30 - 9:30 pm for any child in the community age 5 - 12. This fun filled evening provides a time for aprents to take an "adult time out" and enjoy a quiet dinner, movie, or shopping while knowing their child is safe & in a fun place. We hope to see your child on the following dates. Fee to be announced.
970002-B2 9/14   970002-B6 1/18
970002-B3 10/12   970002-B7 2/15
970002-B4 11/16   970002-B8 4/11
970002-B5 12/14   970002-B9 5/16

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Adult Basketball League

This league consists of 8 games and a single elimination tournament held at Foundation For Youth. Night and times for leagues TBA.
Fast break: $325/ Team
Slow break: $325/ Team
35 & Over: $40 per player
Basketball NetWinter Adult Basketball League begins in January. Stay tuned to the radio and The Republic for more details. **Team Selection Meeting: Jan. 8th
Slow break: 5:30pm
35 & Over: 6:00pm

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AQUATICS

Adult Lap Swim
Mon - Wed - Fri 6-7:45 am
Saturday 7:15-8:45 am
Mon - Fri 11 - 1 pm
Mon - Wed - Fri 5 - 6:30 pm
Evening swim lessons offered year round! All ages, all levels. Call 372-7867 for next available session.
Programs for the whole family
Fall/Winter Family Swim Sundays 3-5
Oct 7-April 27
Spooky Swim October 21 3:00-5:00pm
Winter Water Play February 17 3:00-5:00pm

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FACILITY RENTALS

Foundation For Youth is available to rent. Think about us for your next:
  • Family Reunion
  • Birthday Party
  • Office / Team Building Activities
Areas available include:
  • Gymnasium
  • Swimming pool
  • Kitchen
  • Meeting rooms
  • “Big House” at Columbus Youth Camp
For more rental information or to book your event, contact WHO?

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BOYS & GIRLS CLUB

School Year - Open to ages 5 - 18
Monday through Friday ---- 2:30 - 6:30p.m.
Annual Membership Fee: $25/Child
Weekly Participating Fee: $25/Child
Sliding Fee scale and
scholarships available
For more information, contact Nathan Larrison at 348-4558

Kids can fill their days with arts and crafts, athletic programs (including swimming), homework help, cooking, one on one IUPUC tutoring, Young Eagles Aviation, Gardening, IUPUC Science Club, ping-pong, billiards (pool), Fun-ology, and many other fun, interactive programs!

Member’s are invited to “Parents Night Out” at 6:30 - 9:30 pm on: 9/14, 10/12, 11/16, 12/14, 1/18, 2/15, 4/11, 5/16. (see previous page for code #’s)

Club Overnight’s are: 7:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.
970005-D2Sept. 28
970005-D3Jan. 25

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COLUMBUS YOUTH CAMP

Open year round!

Deer at Columbus Youth Camp
Columbus Youth Camp has a heated dining hall, kitchen, science lab, and cabins for enjoyment throughout the year. Open for businesses, churches, scout troops, and families to come out and experience the fall colors, winter snow, or spring wildflowers! The “Big House” is a great meeting/ conference area for your next business event. Enjoy the fireplace, kitchen, hardwood floors, and gorgeous setting of the conference center for your next meeting or family reunion. For rental or program information contact Chuck Kime at 342-3205.

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TEEN PROGRAMS

If you are 13 years old or in 7th grade then pick up your
Boys & Girls Club membership
handbook and get involved!

For more info on Teen Programming
please contact
Nathan Larrison, Boys & Girls Club Director
348-4558 ext. 302
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YOUTH ATHLETICS

Youth Basketball
Jr. NBA/ Jr. WNBA, presented by Gatorade and Nike, serves existing recreational youth basketball leagues through support programs for players, coaches, parents and officials. Programs emphasize fundamental skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship and positive adult participation in a fun and rewarding youth basketball experience where young players can create a bond with the game while learning what it takes to be successful away from the court. Age divisions are as followed K-1st, 2nd – 3rd, 4th, 5th, & 6th, & 7th-8th.
Fee: $55 for members, $65 for non-members. *
*sliding fee scale is available for members.
Reg: Sept. 17th – Nov. 2nd. **Leagues begin week of Nov. 12th
Boys Girls
951001-A7 K-1st Grade: Consists of 6 instructional practices, 6 league games, 12 week session
951004-A7
 
951000-A7 2nd –3rd Grade: Consists of 4 practices, 8 league games & tourney, 14 week session 951005-A7
 
952001-A7 4th- 6th Grade: Consists of 4 practices, 8 league games & tourney, 14 week session 954006-A7
 
953002-A7 7th- 8th Grade: Consist of 4 practices, 8 league games & tourney, 14 week. session 954007-A7
 
954003-A7 Teen Basketball For ages 14-18 who are currently enrolled in High School. Teen League will consist of 4 practices, 8 league games, and an end of the year tournament. 954008-A7
Fee: $55 members, $65 non-members.
**Members are available for the sliding fee scale.
Reg: Sept. 10–Nov. 16. **Leagues begin week of Nov. 26.

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