Celebrate the summer solstice by joining James City County Parks & Recreation for the Longest Day of Play! June 21 is the longest day of the year . We’ll rise and shine at 
   5:47
    a . m . as we cater to the sun and offer free recreational activities all day including outdoor adventures , fitness classes , visits to our recreation centers and outdoor pools and so much more! 
    
   Come explore a new park or tryout out a new activity! Below is a sampling of our offerings – these listings are free; however , some require registration by 
   June 17
    . First - come , first - served! Please note , programs are subject to cancellation due to inclement weather or lack of minimum registration levels .  
   Drop - In Programs · NO Registration Needed!
   6 a . m . - 9 p . m .  
   ▪ Age restrictions apply on equipment use .
   James City County Recreation Center
    . Your free visit includes use of the indoor pool which features wheelchair accessibility , an indoor walking track , gym with basketball courts , racquetball courts , whirlpool and saunas; and fitness area with free weights and circuits of Cybex and Nautilus equipment and cardiovascular equipment with broadcast vision theater . The game area offers air hockey , a pool table , table tennis and foosball . The outdoor park features the Skate Park; MyPlace , an inclusive playground; and walking trails .  
   8 a . m .
   Bird Walk
    ▪ Ages 16+ 
   Bring binoculars , walking shoes and sharp eyes and ears . Meet in the trail parking lot . Greensprings Interpretive Trail
   8 a . m . - 3 p . m
    .
   Disc Golf
    ▪ Ages 13+; 12 & younger with parent/guardian
   Come try out disc golf along the Chickahominy! Bring your own discs or borrow one of ours . Chickahominy Riverfront Park
   10 a . m .
   Family Yoga
    ▪ All Ages
   Age - appropriate yoga poses to encourage time together , all while building confidence and self - esteem . Bring a mat or beach towel . Veterans Park ( Kidsburg )
   11 a . m . - 3 p . m .  
   A
   xe Throwing
    ▪ Ages 10+ 
   Check in at Go Ape to test your aim . Freedom Park
   11 a . m . - 6 p . m
    . ▪ All Ages
   Outdoor Pools
   Your free visit features use of the outdoor pool at Upper County Park and the outdoor pool and splashpad at Chickahominy Riverfront Park .
   For more information on the outdoor pools , visit us 
   online .
    
   Chickahominy Riverfront Park & Upper County Park
   Noon - 2 p . m .
   Splash In at the James City County Recreation Center
    ▪ All Ages
   Come play on the Wibit Inflatable and enjoy free access to the indoor pool! James City County Recreation Center
   4 - 6 p . m .
   Trackless Train Ride
    ▪ Ages 13+; ages 12 & younger with parent/guardian
   All aboard for an afternoon trackless train ride! Veterans Park ( Kidsburg )
   4 - 9 p . m
    . ▪ Age restrictions apply on equipment use .
   Abram Frink Jr . Community Center .
    Your free visit includes use of the fitness area equipped with a circuit of Cybex and cardio equipment , dumbbells , a weight bench and a pull up dip station; gym; and multipurpose room with game tables and large screen TV . The outdoor park includes basketball courts , tennis courts , soccer and softball fields .  
   5 - 7 p . m .
   Intro to Pickleball
    ▪ All Ages 
   Come learn the basics of pickleball from members of Pickleburg . No equipment required . Veterans Park ( Kidsburg )
   6 p . m .
   Family Zumba Glow Party
    ▪ All Ages
   Get the whole family moving and making memories under the glow of blacklights! Join the party with a perfect blend of dance , fitness and fun . James City County Recreation Center
   Registered Programs · 
   Pre - Registration Required By June 17! 
   Activities with low enrollment may be canceled in advance . Registered participants will be notified of any cancellations . Unless otherwise noted , please register at 
   https://jamescitycountyparksandrec . perfectmind . com/
   ; search under “Free Events” for Project:FiveFortySeven .  
   5:47 a . m .
   Sunrise Yoga on the Beach 
   ▪ Ages 16+ ; 15 & younger with parent/guardian
   Begin your day aligning your body and breathing in the fresh air with your toes in the sand . Bring a yoga mat or a beach towel . Jamestown Beach Event Park 
   7 - 9 a . m .
   Sunrise Paddle
    ▪ Ages
   Bring your own kayak or borrow one of ours for this self - guided paddle tour of Powhatan Creek near Jamestown Island . James City County Marina 
   8 - 10 a . m .  
   Group Water Fitness Classes
     ▪ Ages 14+
   Join us at Chickahominy Riverfront Park ( outdoor pool ) and the James City County Recreation Center ( indoor pool ) for a scheduled water fitness class! Please check out the 
   water fitness schedule
    for specific classes and descriptions . Chickahominy Riverfront Park & James City County Recreation Center
   9 a . m .
   Group Bounce Fitness
   
   Class
    ▪ Ages 14+ 
   This Bounce class is a low - impact and high - intensity workout designed to tone your body , increase circulation , balance and endurance . Preregistration required through JCCRC Signup . com . James City County Recreation Center 
   10 a . m .
   Group BAM! Drum Fitness Class
     ▪ Ages 14+
   Combine fun - energy movement with the power of drumming , stress reduction and mental balance in this unique full - body workout . Preregistration required through JCCRC Signup . com . James City County Recreation Center 
   12:30 p . m .
   Walk This Way
    ▪ Ages 16+
   Being active is the secret to staying healthy , and walking is a great way to get moving! Let our walking coach guide you through a beautiful trail at Freedom Park . Freedom Park 
   1 p . m .
   Golden Hearts
    ▪ Ages 65+
   Move your whole body in a safe and effective exercise program designed for the healthy - active to sedentary senior . James City County Recreation Center 
   1 p . m .  
   A “Brave” Afternoon
    ▪ Ages 3 - 8
   A Scottish - themed storytelling of Brave including snacks and bow & arrow themed crafts . Upper County Park 
   2 p . m .  
   A “Brave” Afternoon
    ▪ Ages 9 - 12
   A Scottish - theme storytelling of “Brave” including an archery demo and target art project . Upper County Park
   4:30 p . m .
   Drumming for Wellness
    ▪ Ages 14+
   Class held outdoors under the trees! We ' ll use the drum and the voice as a modality to practice mindfulness . Freedom Park 
   7 p . m .
   Restorative Candlelight Yoga
    ▪ Ages 14+ 
   Focus on poses that promote relaxation and restoration through the use of yoga props . Learn tools to help relieve the effects of chronic stress and decompress after your day . James City County Recreation Center 
   Outdoor activities are weather permitting; call the weather hotline at 757 - 259 - 3232 for any changes in schedule . For more information on Project: FiveFortySeven , call 757 - 259 - 5355 . Check out our
   Summer 2022 Activity Brochure
    for a complete listing of Parks & Recreation offerings . For the latest on summer camps ,  
   visit us online .
   For details on Center and Parks amenities including operating hours , click on the links below:
   Program Sites
   Abram Frink Community Center ,
    8901 Pocahontas Trail
   Chickahominy Riverfront Park
    , 1350 John Tyler Highway
   Freedom Park
    , 5537 Centerville Road
   Greensprings Interpretive Trail
    , 3751 John Tyler Highway
   Jamestown Beach Event Park
    , 2205 Jamestown Road
   James City County Marina
    , 2054 Jamestown Road
   James City County Recreation Center
    , 5301 Longhill Road
   Upper County Park
    , 180 Leisure Road
   Veterans Park
    ( Kidsburg ) , 3793 Ironbound Road
   Media Contact:
   Veda McMullen , Senior Communications Specialist
   veda . mcmullen@jamescitycountyva . gov;
    757 - 259 - 5415
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