Departments


Parks & Rec Dept.
200 South Hamilton
Gahanna, OH 43230

(614) 342-4250
(614) 342-4100 Fax

Hours of Operation
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM M-F

Adult RECREATION, SPORT AND fITNESS ProgramS

Adult Recreation, Sport and Fitness Programs

Summer registration begins online Sunday, April 14 and in person or over the phone Monday, April 15. 

Please go to the registration page for more information on ways to register or choose the Blue "Register Online" button.
Are you looking for classes at the Ohio Herb Education Center? Please visit the OHEC link under Parks & Recreation.
Adult programs include scrapbooking, wellness, yoga and football.



Whole Living/Wellness Classes

 

Stress-Less Living Classes

Classes are facilitated by Jacki Mann, a registered nurse, stress mastery consultant, and wellness coach, who works with groups and individuals in exploring strategies and developing skills for stress management.

 

Tai Chi Easy

Activating the Healer Within through gentle stretches, easy, slow movements and focused breathing.  Enhance your overall health with improved balance and greater vitality and reduce your stress at the same time. (Dress comfortably, mat optional)

 

7 weeks                                          Instructor: Jacki Mann

RDR $77 / SR $92                           Ages: Adult 18+

Activity          Date                   Time                 Day

310703A        May 2-June 13     7:30-8:15pm     Thur

Location: Gahanna Municipal Golf Course

Clubhouse, 220 Olde Ridenour Road

 

5 weeks                                          Instructor: Jacki Mann

RDR $55 / SR $65                          Ages: Adult 18+

Activity           Date                     Time                   Day

310703B         June 20-July 18*    7:30-8:15pm       Thur

*no class July 4

Location: Gahanna Municipal Golf Course

Clubhouse, 220 Olde Ridenour Road

 

Relax & Release

Relaxation is critical in creating long-term resiliency to counteract the negative effects of stress.  Experience the benefits of relaxation through breath-awareness and relaxation exercises. (Dress comfortably, mat optional)

5 weeks                                Instructor: Jacki Mann

RDR $35 / SR $45                 Ages: Adult 18+

Activity       Date                    Time             Day

310704A     May 16-June 13    8:30-9pm      Thur

310704B     June 20-July 18    8:30-9pm      Thur

Location: Gahanna Municipal Golf Course

Clubhouse, 220 Olde Ridenour Road

 

Meditation for Stress-Less Living: The Basics

In this two-part series, we will take the mystery out of meditation through the exploration of various ways to quiet the mind and relax the body, in the quest to rediscover a state of inner peace and tranquility, as well as, to benefit from the healthy consequences of relaxation and meditation.  (Bring an exercise/yoga mat & dress comfortably)

2 part series                  Instructor: Jacki Mann

$25 RDR/ $35                Ages: Adult 18+

Activity       Date                  Time                Day

310704C     May 2 & 9           8:30-9:15pm   Thur

Location: Gahanna Municipal Golf Course

Clubhouse, 220 Olde Ridenour Road

 

Yoga

Join our very experienced teachers who have studied with many great yoga teachers, including Rodney Yee, Colleen Seidman Yee, Doug Keller, Tim Miller, Cyndi Lee, Angela Farmer, Swami Ramananda and more to provide students with a “true” yoga experience.”

Sue Johnson, RYT 500, RMT, Certified Yoga on High Instructor

Lori Bower, RYT200, RMT, Certified Yoga on High Instructor

All yoga classes are held at the Gahanna Municipal Golf Course Clubhouse, 220 Olde Ridenour Road.

 

Hatha Yoga ABC’s

Explore the benefits of ASANA (yoga postures) to gently stretch and strengthen the body. Breathing techniques quietly relax the mind and emotions and develop a deep level of consciousness. You will become more aware of patterns that facilitate a healthy spine and a more relaxed and easeful body, mind and spirit.

7 weeks                                        Instructor: Sue Johnson

RDR $75 / SR $85                         Ages 18+

Beginners

Activity                 Date                   Time                Day

310102A               May 14-June 25   5:45-6:55pm    Tue

310102C               July 16-Aug 27    5:45-6:55pm     Tue

 

Experienced

Activity                 Date                      Time              Day

310102B               May 14-June 25   7-8:15pm          Tue

310102D               July 16-Aug 27    7-8:15pm          Tue

              

Slow Flow Hatha Yoga

Gentle, slow flowing warm ups get the body and mind ready to move into a variety of more challenging flow series, including sun salutations and other creative flow movements. Meditation and breath work incorporated.  Modifications provided for all student levels.  This class will leave you feeling refreshed, relaxed, and energized.  Please bring a yoga “sticky” mat and 2 firm blankets. 

7 weeks                                        Instructor: Sue Johnson

RDR $75 / SR $85                         Ages 18+

Activity                 Date                   Time                      Day

310101A               May 15-June 26   10:30-11:45am       Wed

310101B               July 17-Aug 28    10:30-11:45am       Wed

 

Restorative Yoga

A gentle, therapeutic style of yoga that uses props to deepen the benefits of the poses. Restorative yoga provides an opportunity to reduce stress, restore health and move toward balance. This class is appropriate for students of all levels.

7 weeks                                         Instructor: Lori Bower

RDR $75 / SR $85                         Ages 18+

Activity                 Date                          Time             Day

311102A               May 16-June 27     5:45-6:55pm      Thur

311102B               July 18-Aug 29      5:45-6:55pm      Thur

 

 

 


Monster Sports Adult Flag Football

League Registration Information

Application Information

Application for league play are accepted only at the Department of Parks & Recreation office located at 200 S. Hamilton Rd. between the hours
of 8am-5pm, Monday-Friday. Applications are available online at www.gahanna.gov. Registrations submitted through the drop box will not be accepted.

Complete applications must include a completed roster and all league fees including $10 for each non-Gahanna resident on the roster.
This procedure must be followed for acceptance of applications.

 

Fees

League fees are stated in the league description. A $10 additional fee for each non-resident is required, with a $100 non-resident maximum per team.

  

Rosters

Rosters must include all players with their name, address, zip codes and phone number. All players and substitutes must be over 18 years old and listed on the roster. No exceptions! If a roster does not contain all information it will be considered incomplete. Rosters are regularly checked for residency and eligibility.

 

Spring Monday Night Men’s 4v4 Flag Football League
The fastest show in grass! 4v4 is a fast paced game 2 games a night back to back. 7 week regular season with 1-2 Weeks of playoffs (all teams make playoffs); 2 Games a Night; 2-14 Minute Halves; 1 Referee on each; Flags Provided; Prizes for winning team.

Complete rules will be emailed to all captains a week before the league starts. Register with Gahanna Parks & Recreation, questions about league format: call Ryan Ransom, Monster Sports, 614-443-0190.

7 weeks regular season, 1-2 weeks playoffs

7-9 weeks

$500/team (plus SR fees)

Dates                Time              Day

May 6-June24    6-8pm*           Mon

Location: McCorkle Park, 200 McCutcheon Rd.

*Games played within approximated time

 

Spring Coed 8s Flag Football

Coed 8s is a great way to get all your friends

involved in throwing the pigskin around. Sign up soon because league fills up quickly!

Spring Football is played at McCorkle Park in Gahanna a great venue for flag football in Central Ohio. 7 Weeks regular season with 1-2 Weeks of playoffs (all teams make playoffs); 5 guys/ 3 girls on field; 2-20 minute halves; 2 referees per game; flags provided; awards for winning teams. Complete rules will be emailed out to all captains a week before the league starts. Questions about league format: call Ryan Ransom, Monster Sports, 614-443-0190.

7 weeks regular season, 1-2 weeks playoffs

7-9 weeks

$500/team (plus SR fees)

Dates                 Time          Day

May 8-July 3       6-8pm*      Wed

Location: McCorkle Park, 200 McCutcheon Rd.

*Games played within approximated time

 


Community Garden Plots--SOLD OUT!!
Grow your own herbs and vegetables at the community garden. A limited number of plots are still available. Year round gardening is now supported; current lease term ends October 31, 2013. Handicap plots have sold-out! Be sure to call early next year for best availability.
Raised beds are available in 2 sizes:

4’ x 4’ beds  RDR - $8 each      SR: $13 each

4’ x 8’ beds  RDR - $12 each    SR: $17 each

Location: Friendship Park, 150 Oklahoma Ave.

Gahanna Scrapbook Crop

Calling all scrapbook enthusiasts! Please bring all your scrapping supplies with you - stay all day or just a couple of hours. Door prizes will be awarded throughout the day and scrapbook/stamping vendors if you need supplies. Cost includes lunch and drinks. Space is limited so register early. No walk in registration. *Holly Shearer, Licensed

Massage Therapist will be offering $1 a minute massages to help work out those cropping kinks.

RDR $10 / SR $15                               Ages: 16+

Activity      Date     Time               Day

411201A   Sep 21   9am-9pm        Sat

Location: Gahanna Senior Center,

480 Rocky Fork Blvd

Gahanna Get Moving Team

The Gahanna Get Moving Team has walked thousands of miles over the past few years, training and talking their way to fun and fitness. Liz Plott leads this group and will share her wisdom on walking and healthy lifestyles.  The group meets at Creekside Park on every Saturday morning at 8 am, rain or shine.  Registration is required prior to participation.

Saturdays year round                Instructor: Liz Plott

FREE                                        Ages: Adult 18+

Activity     Time        Day

760000      8am       Saturdays

Location: Creekside Park, 117 Mill St.