For more information on any or all of our programs & events, contact the Miami Township Recreation Department at (513)248-3727

QUICK LINKS:  Adult Sports & Wellness  |  Dancing  |  Tennis Classes  |  Yoga




KIDS: SPORTS & WELLNESS ***

Tae Kwon Do Korean Martial Art

4:30-5:30 p.m., Ages 7-10; 5:45-6:45 p.m., Ages 11+
Miami Township Civic Center
$44 Miami Township Resident; $55 non-resident
Summer Session:  Wednesday, June 18 - August 27 (no class 7/2); 
For the fourth consecutive year, third degree black belt, Lisa Wesselkamper, will offer Tae Kwon Do 
classes for area students. The Korean words Tae Kwon Do translate to "the way of the hand and foot".
The practice of TKD improves self-esteem, self-control, physical condition and respect for ourselves and 
others. Students will take a disciplined approach toward learning the basics of this Korean martial art. 
Through regular conditioning and training, students will learn how to move and use their own bodies to 
protect themselves. Emphasis will be on 'Self Defense', and learning how to stay safe.

Jacobs Tae Kwon Do

 

Summer Kids Tennis

Tuesdays & Thursdays 
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 am, (ages 6 – 9) FULL
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 am, (ages 10 – 13) FULL
Community Park Tennis Courts
$25 Miami Township Resident; $31 non-resident (session)
 Session 3: July 15-24

Coach Nancy is very knowledgeable and very good with children.  Parent of child Tennis 7-10 yrs. old.


Fall Kids Tennis

Monday, Wednesday, Friday, October 6-October 17
4:30 - 5:30 p.m. (ages 6-9); 5:30-6:30 p.m. (ages 10-13)
Community Park Tennis Courts, 5951 Buckwheat Road, Milford, OH   45150

$40 Miami Township Resident; 50 non-resident


ADULTS: SPORTS & WELLNESS ***

Splash into DEEP - Water Exercise

Summer Session:  Monday, June 23-July 21
3:30-4:30 p.m.
$35 Miami Township Resident; $45 non-resident
Milford High School Pool 
Please join Lois Leavens, Certified Aquatic Exercise Instructor and enthusiast, for this 
DEEP-water aerobic program. Using the resistance of the water, this high-energy, dynamic 
body-conditioning program is designed to tone and strengthen muscle groups while 
enhancing cardiovascular endurance! 


Men's Recreational Basketball

Thursday, August 21 - October 30 (no class 10/23)(Requested Dates);
6:00-7:45 p.m. or 7:45-9:30 p.m.
Milford Junior High School
Ages 25+
$35 Miami Township Resident; $45 non-resident
 Bruce Brunetti is the facilitator for this activity. Pre-registration is required and 17 players 
per session is maximum enrollment.  Please request session time on registration form.  No 
drop-ins or prorating.  


Adult & Teen Tennis Lessons

Tuesday & Thursday
Community Park Tennis Courts
$25 Miami Township Resident; $31 non-resident
Session 3:  July 15 - 24
These Spring tennis clinics are designed for both men & women singles and doubles players. 

5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Beginner Stroke Clinic 
The Stroke clinic is for beginners wishing to learn the game and work on stroke drills.
6:30 - 7:30 p.m. Strategy Clinic
The Strategy clinic is for the intermediate adult and High School players wishing to learn different strategies on how to win the game.


Adult Round Robin Tennis

Tuesday & Thursday, October 7 - 16
5:30-6:45
Community Park Tennis Court
$35 Miami Township Resident
$45 non-resident

Class will begin with a ˝ hour lesson then break into pairs according to strength to play instructional 
games of singles and doubles.  All levels, men and women welcome.

Family Tennis Clinic - see Family Events

 

Pilates Mat

Session 1:  Wednesday, July 23-August 20
Session 2:  September 10-October 8 and/or
Session 3:  October 15-Nov 12
9:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.
Miami Township Civic Center
$50 Miami Township Resident
$65 non-resident

Join Shari Watford, Certified Pilates Instructor, for the ultimate core strengthening workout 
focusing on the abdominals, obloques, and back. All muscles will gain strength and flexibility 
through a series of movements on the mat. This class will teach you fundamentals of Pilates 
breathing, movement, and form. Each exercise will be modified to accommodate all levels from
 beginner to advanced.

Yoga Basics 

Tuesday, 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Miami Township Civic Center, 6101 Meijer Drive, Milford, OH   45150
June 3 - July 8
July 22 - August 26
September 9 - October 14

Julie Lusk is an outstanding teach!  Yoga Basic Student
This class has really helped to control stress in my life.  Yoga Basic Student

Wednesday, 5:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Leming House in Community Park 
June 4 - July 9
July 23 - August 27
September 10 - October 15

$60 Miami Township Resident; $75 non-resident; (per session) 
 $15 drop in per class 

Tone your body, clear your mind, and feel inner peace in an enjoyable introduction to yoga postures, 
breathing techniques, and guided relaxation.  Good for new and ongoing students and most fitness 
levels.  Taught by Julie Lusk, yoga teacher, author & recording artist.  Wear comfortable clothes; 
bring a yoga mat.          

Desktop Yoga® with Julie Lusk

Monday, October 6
7:00 - 8:00 p.m.; $15 per person
Leming House in Community Park, 5951 Buckwheat Road, Milford, OH   45150
Desktop Yoga® revitalizes aching backs, tired eyes, and tight shoulders with effective stretches, 
breathing and relaxation techniques that can be done right at the workstation.  Energy is 
replenished with a "Two-hour nap in ten minutes".  

Beyond Yoga Basics

Learn yoga posture variations and how to link poses to each other for a more energetic, flowing 
practice to brighten your energy and mood. Perfect for more experienced students who are ready 
to go deeper into yoga.  Taught by Julie Lusk, yoga teacher, author & recording artist.  Wear 
comfortable clothes; bring a yoga mat. 

Wednesday, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.;  Leming House in Community Park
 July 23 - August 27

$66 Miami Township Resident; $75 non-resident 
$15 drop in per class 

This has been a tremendous help to me - my health is much better.  Yoga Beyond Student


DANCING ***

Line Dancing

Every Monday - Fall session starting on September 8, 2008
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Adults; Miami Township Civic Center - 6101 Meijer Drive
$6 per class (drop in)

Janet Short & Kathy Wills teach this high-energy class to adults of all ages.
Participants will learn the latest line dancing along with some old favorites.

 

Country Western Couples Dancing

Fall Session:  Tuesday, September 9 - December 16
Miami Township Civic Center, 6101 Meijer Drive
7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
$5.00 per class drop- in 

Learn Couples Cha-Cha, Two-Step, Wooden Nickel, Mixers and more.  Enjoy the experience of 
Ray and Carmen Saylor who will be teaching this fun and energetic class. 
Partners are not needed.