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Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga
A gentle form of Yoga, done while sitting on a chair. Designed for adults with limited range of motion. Please contact instructor Eloisa Jingle de Niet at (828) 328-3997 for more information! $1 Residents, $2 Non-Residents (To be paid at the time of class)
Low Impact
Low Impact
This 45 minute Group Exercise class features exercises to help with balance, hand-eye coordination and total body strength. For information, please contact Charla Davis at cdavis@hickorync.gov or 828-324-1200. $1 Residents, $2 Non-Residents (To be paid at the time of class)
7 events,
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
Cycle
Cycle
A high-energy cardiovascular workout! Participants have total control of resistance and intensity levels of their workout. New participants should arrive at class at least 15 minutes early to ensure proper set-up on the bike. Towel and water bottle are suggested! $1 Residents, $2 Non-Residents (To be paid at the time of class)
9 events,
Free Play Basketball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Highland Rec)
Open Gym Basketball for all ages. All participants will need to sign a waiver before playing and anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
Seniors Only Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Seniors Only Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball for seniors ages 60 and up! 2 nets will be set up!
7 events,
Easy Tai Chi
Easy Tai Chi
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese tradition; it is now practiced as a graceful form of exercise that can help to increase flexibility and balance. Tai Chi involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner, accompanied by deep breathing. For more information please contact instructor Diane Christensen at 828-999-9464. $6 per class
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
Hatha Yoga
Hatha Yoga
Basic Yoga asanas or poses combined with breathing techniques. Designed to improve flexibility, strength, and balance. Please contact instructor Eloisa Jingle de Niet at (828) 328-3997 for more information! $1 Residents, $2 Non-Residents (To be paid at the time of class)
2 events,
ZUMBA
ZUMBA
Dance fitness classes that are fun, energetic, and make you feel amazing. Perfect For. Everybody and every body! How It Works. We take the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. Benefits. A total workout, combining all elements of fitness. Cardio, muscle conditioning, balance, and flexibility, boosted energy, and a […]
Fitness Belly Dancing
Fitness Belly Dancing
Belly dancing is a full-body workout. You'll be working your entire core, which includes your abs and hips. Your arms, shoulders, and chest will be engaged. As you learn more advanced moves, you'll work on balance as well. Your upper body will be utilized in the arms movements that come with belly dancing, as well as […]
0 events,
9 events,
Easy Tai Chi
Easy Tai Chi
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese tradition; it is now practiced as a graceful form of exercise that can help to increase flexibility and balance. Tai Chi involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner, accompanied by deep breathing. For more information please contact instructor Diane Christensen at 828-999-9464. $6 per class
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
Beginner Yoga
Beginner Yoga
A yoga practice of mindfulness, meditation, and movement with modifications offered for each participant to lessen or increase levels of strength, stretching, and balance. Please contact instructor Cynthia Haas at 828-295-2319 for more information! $5.00 per class
11 events,
Free Play Basketball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Highland Rec)
Open Gym Basketball for all ages. All participants will need to sign a waiver before playing and anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga
A gentle form of Yoga, done while sitting on a chair. Designed for adults with limited range of motion. Please contact instructor Eloisa Jingle de Niet at (828) 328-3997 for more information! $1 Residents, $2 Non-Residents (To be paid at the time of class)
9 events,
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
10 events,
Free Play Basketball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Highland Rec)
Open Gym Basketball for all ages. All participants will need to sign a waiver before playing and anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
Low Impact
Low Impact
This 45 minute Group Exercise class features exercises to help with balance, hand-eye coordination and total body strength. For information, please contact Charla Davis at cdavis@hickorync.gov or 828-324-1200. $1 Residents, $2 Non-Residents (To be paid at the time of class)
8 events,
Family Film Fridays – E.T.
Family Film Fridays – E.T.
Enjoy a free family film downtown on Union Square. This Friday event will feature the 1982 American science fiction film E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. Family Film Fridays are sponsored by the City of Hickory; Hickory Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism; Footcandle Film Society; Hickory Youth Council; and Hickory Downtown Development Association. The series will show films […]
Easy Tai Chi
Easy Tai Chi
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese tradition; it is now practiced as a graceful form of exercise that can help to increase flexibility and balance. Tai Chi involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner, accompanied by deep breathing. For more information please contact instructor Diane Christensen at 828-999-9464. $6 per class
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
4 events,
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
ZUMBA
ZUMBA
Dance fitness classes that are fun, energetic, and make you feel amazing. Perfect For. Everybody and every body! How It Works. We take the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. Benefits. A total workout, combining all elements of fitness. Cardio, muscle conditioning, balance, and flexibility, boosted energy, and a […]
Fitness Belly Dancing
Fitness Belly Dancing
Belly dancing is a full-body workout. You'll be working your entire core, which includes your abs and hips. Your arms, shoulders, and chest will be engaged. As you learn more advanced moves, you'll work on balance as well. Your upper body will be utilized in the arms movements that come with belly dancing, as well as […]
0 events,
11 events,
Easy Tai Chi
Easy Tai Chi
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese tradition; it is now practiced as a graceful form of exercise that can help to increase flexibility and balance. Tai Chi involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner, accompanied by deep breathing. For more information please contact instructor Diane Christensen at 828-999-9464. $6 per class
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
Beginner Yoga
Beginner Yoga
A yoga practice of mindfulness, meditation, and movement with modifications offered for each participant to lessen or increase levels of strength, stretching, and balance. Please contact instructor Cynthia Haas at 828-295-2319 for more information! $5.00 per class
11 events,
Free Play Basketball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Highland Rec)
Open Gym Basketball for all ages. All participants will need to sign a waiver before playing and anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga
A gentle form of Yoga, done while sitting on a chair. Designed for adults with limited range of motion. Please contact instructor Eloisa Jingle de Niet at (828) 328-3997 for more information! $1 Residents, $2 Non-Residents (To be paid at the time of class)
9 events,
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
8 events,
Free Play Basketball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Highland Rec)
Open Gym Basketball for all ages. All participants will need to sign a waiver before playing and anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
Seniors Only Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Seniors Only Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball for seniors ages 60 and up! 2 nets will be set up!
8 events,
Easy Tai Chi
Easy Tai Chi
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese tradition; it is now practiced as a graceful form of exercise that can help to increase flexibility and balance. Tai Chi involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner, accompanied by deep breathing. For more information please contact instructor Diane Christensen at 828-999-9464. $6 per class
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
Hatha Yoga
Hatha Yoga
Basic Yoga asanas or poses combined with breathing techniques. Designed to improve flexibility, strength, and balance. Please contact instructor Eloisa Jingle de Niet at (828) 328-3997 for more information! $1 Residents, $2 Non-Residents (To be paid at the time of class)
4 events,
ZUMBA
ZUMBA
Dance fitness classes that are fun, energetic, and make you feel amazing. Perfect For. Everybody and every body! How It Works. We take the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. Benefits. A total workout, combining all elements of fitness. Cardio, muscle conditioning, balance, and flexibility, boosted energy, and a […]
Hickory Hikers Club
Hickory Hikers Club
Hickory Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism Department and the Hickory Public Library have teamed up to bring you Hickory's newest hiking club! We'll hike in various city and county parks throughout the year. This club is open to hikers of all ages and experience levels. Children under the age of 13 are required to be […]
0 events,
8 events,
Easy Tai Chi
Easy Tai Chi
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese tradition; it is now practiced as a graceful form of exercise that can help to increase flexibility and balance. Tai Chi involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner, accompanied by deep breathing. For more information please contact instructor Diane Christensen at 828-999-9464. $6 per class
Beginner Yoga
Beginner Yoga
A yoga practice of mindfulness, meditation, and movement with modifications offered for each participant to lessen or increase levels of strength, stretching, and balance. Please contact instructor Cynthia Haas at 828-295-2319 for more information! $5.00 per class
11 events,
Free Play Basketball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Highland Rec)
Open Gym Basketball for all ages. All participants will need to sign a waiver before playing and anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga
A gentle form of Yoga, done while sitting on a chair. Designed for adults with limited range of motion. Please contact instructor Eloisa Jingle de Niet at (828) 328-3997 for more information! $1 Residents, $2 Non-Residents (To be paid at the time of class)
9 events,
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
10 events,
Free Play Basketball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Highland Rec)
Open Gym Basketball for all ages. All participants will need to sign a waiver before playing and anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
Low Impact
Low Impact
This 45 minute Group Exercise class features exercises to help with balance, hand-eye coordination and total body strength. For information, please contact Charla Davis at cdavis@hickorync.gov or 828-324-1200. $1 Residents, $2 Non-Residents (To be paid at the time of class)
8 events,
Family Film Fridays – Soul
Family Film Fridays – Soul
Enjoy a free family film downtown on Union Square. This Friday event will feature the 2020 American computer-animated film Soul. Family Film Fridays are sponsored by the City of Hickory; Hickory Parks, Recreation & Sports Tourism; Footcandle Film Society; Hickory Youth Council; Hickory Downtown Development Association; and Lake Hickory Realty LLC. The series will show […]
Easy Tai Chi
Easy Tai Chi
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese tradition; it is now practiced as a graceful form of exercise that can help to increase flexibility and balance. Tai Chi involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner, accompanied by deep breathing. For more information please contact instructor Diane Christensen at 828-999-9464. $6 per class
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
3 events,
ZUMBA
ZUMBA
Dance fitness classes that are fun, energetic, and make you feel amazing. Perfect For. Everybody and every body! How It Works. We take the "work" out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. Benefits. A total workout, combining all elements of fitness. Cardio, muscle conditioning, balance, and flexibility, boosted energy, and a […]
Fitness Belly Dancing
Fitness Belly Dancing
Belly dancing is a full-body workout. You'll be working your entire core, which includes your abs and hips. Your arms, shoulders, and chest will be engaged. As you learn more advanced moves, you'll work on balance as well. Your upper body will be utilized in the arms movements that come with belly dancing, as well as […]
Mommy & Me Yoga
Mommy & Me Yoga
Looking for a great way to engage your family in fitness and fun? Join us Saturday, June 25th for Mommy & Me yoga. This class is a  combination of yoga and play to get back in shape while strengthening the bond between you and your child. The class will be taught by Yoga instructor Kristin […]
0 events,
10 events,
Easy Tai Chi
Easy Tai Chi
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese tradition; it is now practiced as a graceful form of exercise that can help to increase flexibility and balance. Tai Chi involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner, accompanied by deep breathing. For more information please contact instructor Diane Christensen at 828-999-9464. $6 per class
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
Beginner Yoga
Beginner Yoga
A yoga practice of mindfulness, meditation, and movement with modifications offered for each participant to lessen or increase levels of strength, stretching, and balance. Please contact instructor Cynthia Haas at 828-295-2319 for more information! $5.00 per class
10 events,
Free Play Basketball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Highland Rec)
Open Gym Basketball for all ages. All participants will need to sign a waiver before playing and anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga
A gentle form of Yoga, done while sitting on a chair. Designed for adults with limited range of motion. Please contact instructor Eloisa Jingle de Niet at (828) 328-3997 for more information! $1 Residents, $2 Non-Residents (To be paid at the time of class)
10 events,
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
10 events,
Free Play Basketball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Basketball (Highland Rec)
Open Gym Basketball for all ages. All participants will need to sign a waiver before playing and anyone under the age of 18 will need a parent/guardian signature.
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free Play Pickleball (Highland Rec)
Free play pickleball for all ages! Free play pickleball can take place on 2 to 4 nets depending on the time slot.
Low Impact
Low Impact
This 45 minute Group Exercise class features exercises to help with balance, hand-eye coordination and total body strength. For information, please contact Charla Davis at cdavis@hickorync.gov or 828-324-1200. $1 Residents, $2 Non-Residents (To be paid at the time of class)
1 event,
TEEN NIGHT AFTER HOURS
TEEN NIGHT AFTER HOURS
The Teen Night After Hours event program is from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. and is designed to give teenagers ages 13-16 a fun-filled Friday night of activities in a safe environment at Highland Recreation Center (1451 8th St Dr. NE Hickory NC 28601) once it's closed to the public. This engaging program will include games, […]