September 2021 Nixa Parks Newsletter
In the September
Newsletter:

Doggie Dive In
Movies in the Park
Tennis Lessons
September Fitness Challenge
Halloween Spooktacular
Youth Waivers: Daily Visits @ The X Center
Text Alerts
Doggie Dive In 2021

On Labor Day, the pool will go to the dogs! To celebrate the end of the pool season, the Aquatics Center will hold its annual Doggie Dive In, sponsored by Seven Hills Veterinary Clinic. The Doggie Dive In will be September 6th, from 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm. Dogs are free and people are $3 each.
Movie in the Park Series

The Movies in the Park series is presented by the Massengale Group. All movies are held at McCauley Park, begin at dusk, and all movies are FREE! Please bring lawn chairs or blankets. Concessions will be available for purchase. All movies are dependent on weather. No smoking and no alcohol.

September 11th: Incredibles 2 (PG)
September 25th: Trolls World Tour (PG)
Tennis Lessons: September

The non-contact, safe sport of tennis is great in terms of health and fitness. Tennis develops hand-eye coordination, balance, and body coordination. Moreover, tennis nurtures work ethic and discipline, all while teaching young players responsibility and sportsmanship. Former collegiate coach, Ray Still will instruct each participant and help build proper form and technique for each player.
 
Dates: Tuesdays, September 7th - 28th (Ages 6 - 11 meet 5:30 - 6:30 pm; ages 12 & up meet 6:30 - 7:30 pm).
Thursdays, September 9th - 30th (Ages 6 - 11 meet 5:30 - 6:30 pm or 6:30 - 7:30 pm).
Participants will register for one meeting day and one meeting time.
Open To: Ages 6 years old and older
Location: Tennis Courts at Rotary Park
Fees: $45 per participant (per 4 week session)
Registration: Ends September 3rd (space is limited).
Recreational Basketball
Recreational Basketball is geared towards introducing and fostering interest in basketball. Emphasis is on learning the game and having fun.
 
Season Dates: Saturday, November 6th - December 18th.

Open To: Boys and girls ages 3 years old (must be 3 by November 6th) to 6th grade.

Location: Games are played at The X Center and Nixa Public Schools.

Fees: Members $42, Nixa Residents $47, Non-Residents $55.

Registration: Ends October 6th. Late registration from October 7th - October 10th with a $10 additional late fee.
September Fitness Challenge

The Ironman Challenge! Participants have the entire month of September to accumulate the distance of a 70.3 Ironman Triathlon. The distances include 2.3 miles (3,862 meters) on the indoor rower. 112 miles of biking or using one of the exercise bikes, and 26.2 miles of running/walking outside or in the fitness center. Participants will use the binder at the fitness desk for participants to self report their distances. The top 25 finishers will receive a prize.
Halloween Spooktacular
Thank you to Mac Dental for sponsoring the Halloween Spooktacular! Halloween Spooktacular will take place on Friday, October 29th—SAVE THE DATE! Event information will be in the October newsletter. Business booth spaces will be available for rent: email info@nixaparks.com for booth space information!
Youth Waivers: 2021-2022 School Year

It's time to update the Youth Waivers for the upcoming school year!

Youth must be 12 to 17 years old. Parents / Guardians must sign and update the waiver each school year. Prior to use of the fitness center youth must complete a youth orientation with a member of the fitness staff. Youth must follow the directions of City of Nixa staff and follow all rules and policies. Failure to do so will revoke access to The X Center.

Youth Waivers will need to be completed by September 15th. Youth Waivers can be completed at The X Center or email info@nixaparks.com for a form to be sent to you.
Nixa Parks and Recreation: Alerts
Sign up for Nixa Parks and Recreation Alerts and get important information sent as text messages and emails directly to your mobile phone, wireless PDA, or pager. Get information regarding weather cancellations, registration deadlines, class updates, special event announcements, and more! Signing up is easy and free.

Follow this link to register for Text Caster and go through the simple two-step process and select the categories you wish to receive information for based on the types of events listed above. Or sign up for Text Caster at the front desk at The X Center!
Nixa Parks and Recreation
701 N. Taylor Way,
Nixa MO 65714
 (417)725-5486
nixaparks.com