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Blythewood Park
126 Boney Road
Blythewood, SC 29016
(803) 691-9786

HOURS: MON-FRI, 3-10 PM | SAT, 9 AM-6 PM | SUN, 2-5 PM

This 21.62-acre facility amenities include a recreation complex with gymnasium, game room, weight room, club room, arts & crafts room, kitchen; two lighted Dixie Youth baseball fields; one lighted softball field; two tennis courts; playground; and picnic facilities with shelter.

Recreation Center Director: Chris Santino
Email: 
bwp@rcrc.state.sc.us

Assistant Recreation Center Director: BJ Belville
Part-Time Assistant: David Asmond


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PLEASE REGISTER EARLY!
Many classes and events require a minimum number of participants. If we don't reach that number, the class or event may be cancelled or postponed.
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Fun Time Walking Club
Monday, Wednesday, 6:15 - 7:15 pm. Ages 21+ . Walk with a good group of folks around the climate controlled gym. 16 laps equal a mile. Free


Soul Line Dancing
Friday, 6:00 - 7:30 pm. Ages 10+ . Soul line dancing is a great way to learn new dances and get a work out. This class is led by certified instructor Sandra Thompson. Build good character and confidence to take to the dance floor. Must have at least 10 participants for class to begin and pre-registration is required. No heels or clogs. $5/class, $20/month or $30/8 weeks


Fitness Memberships
Ages 12+ . Utilize our state of the art fitness equipment to get you into shape. Must attend orientation which is offered every Monday evening at 6:30 pm prior to first workout. Levels of membership: $4/day, $25/month or $75/year


It's Aerobics Time
Monday, Wednesday, 6:15 - 7:15 pm. Ages 16+ . It's time to live longer and healthier. Lose weight and tone your body. You can do it. Certified instructors Loraine Dunbar and Mike Simmons lead this exhilarating workout. Engage in various forms of aerobics, low, high, step, etc. Wear comfortable clothing and athletic shoes, no black soles. $30/month or $66/3 months


Tennis Lesson for Adults
10:00 - 11:00 am. Ages 16+ . 1st Saturday of each month. Tennis lessons for beginner to intermediate players with USPTA/USPTR instructor Herbert Chapman. Bring a tennis racquet and water bottle. Learn the forehand, backhand, volley and serve. Must have six prepaid participants for lessons to begin. Lessons move into the gym for inclement weather. $40/ four 1 hour sessions


CPR and First Aid Class
9:00 am - 3:00 pm. Ages 16+ . 1st Saturday of each month. Learn important CPR and first aid skills that will prepare you for emergencies. Certified instructor Judson Ford. Supplies are included. $60/person


CPR Clinic
6:00 - 9:30 pm. Ages 16+ . First Monday of each month. Looking to become certified in CPR? Certified instructor Judson Ford leads this clinic. It is better to know CPR and not need it rather than need it and not know how to administer it. Supplies are included. $50/person


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Halloween Candy Chase
7:00 - 8:00 pm. Ages 4 to 12 . Friday, October 31st Come by the park on Halloween and pick up as much candy as you can within a certain amount of time. It is harder than you think -- the lights will be dim and participants will wear a blindfold! $1/child


Holiday Break Camp
7:30 am - 6:00 pm. Ages 6 to 12 . Campers will enjoy movies, games, arts and crafts. Campers must bring their own bag lunch each day. Must have 15 pre paid by Dec 15 for camp to be offered. Camp will be offered on Dec 22-23, 29-31 and Jan 2. No camp on Dec 24-26 and Jan 1. $20/day for afterschool campers, all others $22/day.


Holiday Decorations
Friday, 6:30 - 7:15 pm. Ages 4 to 12 . Create your own personalized decorations on Dec 12. Make something that lends grace and beauty to your Christmas tree. Materials will be supplied. Register by Dec 5. $5/child.


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Discover the World of Tap & Ballet
Monday, Ages 2 to 12 . Certified dance instructor Jennifer Gandy makes dance fun to learn. Participants should wear dance attire or comfortable clothing and must have tap and ballet shoes. Classes begin August 25 and runs through the school year. No new registrations will be taken after February. There are minimal costs for pictures and recital dress. Ages 2-4 meets from 5:00-5:45 pm, Ages 5-7 meets from 5:45-6:30 and ages 8-12 meet from 6:30-7:15 pm. $35/month


Archery
Monday, 4:30 - 5:30 pm. Ages 8 to 21 . Certified instructor Steve Sawyer leads this class. Materials are provided. Participants will be engaged in using different types of bows and arrows. See if you have what it takes to hit the Bull's eye on the target, while you test your focus, steadiness, hand/eye coordination and learn safety guidelines. $30/month


Introduction to Cheerleading
Tuesday, Thursday, 6:30 - 8:00 pm. Ages 8 to 14 . Got the spirit? Learn all about the wonderful world of cheerleading with certified instructor, Lavette Evans. Participants will comprehend the fundamentals of cheering, while learning good sportsmanship and leadership skills in this club. Must bring pom-poms and wear comfortable clothing and shoes. $40/month


Introduction to Taekwondo
Friday, 5:30 - 6:30 pm. Ages 3 to 17 . Black Belt certified instructor, John Entzminger leads this class. Participants will learn and comprehend realistic and practical self-defense techniques. Wear comfortable clothing. $35/month


Introduction to the Drums
Thursday, 7:30 - 8:30 pm. Ages 9+ . Want to learn how to create funky beats. Must bring drum sticks (2a, 2b, 5a or 5b) and a mouse pad. Certified instructor Susan Stevans leads this exciting class. $30/month


Tennis Lesson for Children
Saturday, 9:00 - 10:00 am. Ages 5 to 15 . Coach Herbert Chapman teaches the basics of this fast paced sport. Learn all about the serve, volley, backhand and forehand. Must have at least 6 prepaid for class to begin. Lessons move into the gym for inclement weather. $40/four 1 hour sessions


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T-Ball Camp
4:30 - 5:15 pm. Ages 4 to 6 . August 11-15. Park Director Chris Santino instructs this week-long camp. Learn the fundamentals of fielding, throwing, hitting, running the bases and sportsmanship. Campers must bring their baseball glove. Must have six participants. Pe-register by July 31. $45/child


Dance Camp
5:30 - 7:00 pm. Ages 2 to 12 . July 28-August 1, ages 2-5, 5:30-6:15 pm; ages 6-12, 6:15 - 7:00 pm. Discover the wonderful world of dancing, (tap, ballet and jazz), with certified instructor Jennifer Gandy. Campers must have tap, ballet shoes and dance attire. Pre-register by July 21. $40/child includes T-shirt


Messy Creation Camp
4:00 - 5:00 pm. Ages 6 to 12 . July 14-18, register by July 11. This camp will take your child's creativity to new heights. Campers will experiment with a wide variety of art mediums, while having fun creating exciting art project and drawings daily. Kids can build self-confidence, learn patience, become creative problem solvers, understand that there is no wrong way in art, develop focused attention through guided exercises and learn how to draw. A minimum of six campers is required for camp to be offered. $35/camper includes snacks and supplies


Girls Basketball Camp
Ages 5 to 14 . Learn the basic basketball skills of dribbling, passing and shooting. Two sessions: August 15-16; Sept. 19-20. Friday, 6:00-9:00 pm and Saturday, 10:00 am-4:00 pm. $25/child


Parents Night Out
Friday, 6:30 - 9:00 pm. Ages 6 to 12 . Parents can enjoy an evening out while the kids enjoy fun and games on September 19. Snacks and drinks will be provided. There must be six pre-paid participants to hold event. Pre-register by Sept 12. $10/child


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