Adults – Manassas Park Park & Recreation

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Just Do It – By Mike Arrington

“Just Do It” is a trademarked slogan from Nike that we have all heard repeatedly. It is only three words, but have you ever really taken the time out to really think about this powerful statement? Nike is not just selling sneakers; they are saying so much more! These three words may be reminding us […]

July 17, 2017

Reflection and Improvements – by Kaitlyn Collier

The Staff here at Manassas Park Community Center has been reviewing the results of the 2016 (Department of Parks and Recreation) DPR Survey. Staff asked patrons to assess our facilities and programs over the course of last year. After looking through the survey results, we feel we are better able to understand the needs of […]

April 27, 2017

Turning Your Resolutions into Results – By Kaitlyn Collier

Although it is mid-February, I am still thinking about New Year’s resolutions. Research says about 40% of Americans make New Year’s resolutions, but less than 10% stick to the resolutions. It seems to me that the majority of New Year’s resolutions are made because of health issues. Everyone I know says they want to get […]

February 17, 2017

February is Black History Month – by Tony Thomas

According to History.com, Black History Month initially started as Black History Week back in 1926, by an African American historian and educator named Carter G. Woodson. In 1976, it was decided the celebratory week would be changed to a month-long celebration to coincide with the February birthdays of Frederick Douglass and Abraham Lincoln. Black History […]

February 10, 2017

10 Reasons to Take Belly Dance – By Tiffany Olsen

Embrace your curves. Belly dance welcomes all body types, from the slender and graceful to the curvy and alluring. Take a dance class that brings out the beauty in every body. Create art in movement. Learn the power of expression through creative dance. There’s nothing like it! Belly dance is a language of movement. With […]

December 7, 2016

Let’s talk Turkey! – By DC Webb

Like everyone else here at the Community Center, I am excited about Thanksgiving. I remember when I was a kid (which sadly for me is a long time ago), the most important day of the year was Thanksgiving. I have always loved Thanksgiving day because of the food—especially the turkey. Celebrating Thanksgiving by eating turkey […]

November 16, 2016

I Joined the Pickleball Sensation at the MPCC – By Maria Bosack

“Try it, you’ll like it!” How many times have you heard that? And, how many times have you thought to yourself that you sure would like to try it, but you just have no energy, or the time, or the patience for something new? When I heard about the Pickleball sensation at the Manassas Park […]

November 3, 2016

Jump In and Get Fit -By Sarah Barnett

Looking for something new to spice up your fitness routine? Want to find a fun, effective INDOOR activity to keep you fit this winter? Do you have knee and joint pain while participating in land aerobics classes? It’s time to jump into the indoor pool here at the Manassas Park Community Center (MPCC) and try […]

October 20, 2016

10 Reasons to Take Our Guided Meditation Classes – By Tiffany Olsen

Get a moment to yourself In a world of rush hour traffic, smart phones and on-the-go lunches, it’s easy to forget the pure joy of quiet stillness. Relax in a calm, low-pressure setting, and re-connect to yourself. Sleep better People who meditate are able to fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and wake up more […]

August 29, 2016

Calling All Instructors! – By Jason Shriner

Earlier this month, I wrote about why you should make lifelong learning a priority. There’s nothing more exciting than making an investment in yourself and learning something new. What I love about the Manassas Park Community Center is that we offer a great diversity of programs – and that we can offer so many programs […]

July 1, 2016

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