Article Contributed on: 6/14/2007 4:17:23 PM
The highly anticipated Grand Opening of the new 100,000 ft2 Parker Fieldhouse, 18700 E. Plaza Drive, will be Saturday, June 23. We invite your family to come PLAY with us, with special activities from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and free admission all day.
The doors will open at 10 a.m. with a ribbon cutting and an official welcome from the Parker Town Council. Facility tours, sport demonstrations and exhibition games will give visitors a chance to view the full range of activities the Recreation Department will be offering in the facility. Come dressed for action, as guests will also get a chance to try the venues for themselves with skill challenges, coaching workshops and children's activities. We're so certain you'll like what you see that online program registration and Grand Opening membership specials will be available at the event.
Watch the Colorado Kodiaks as they put on an exhibition game of the fast-paced sport of inline hockey from 11 a.m. to noon. Chaparral and Ponderosa High School Inline Hockey teams will have an exhibition game at 1 p.m.
Parker Fieldhouse amenities include:
Gymnasium: Two regulation high school courts break down into four youth courts. A 1/10 mile suspended running/walking track is accessible via the Fitness Loft. Primary program focus for the gymnasium is basketball and volleyball.
Sports Turf: The 170' by 85' sports turf venue is made from FieldTurf, a leading innovator in the synthetic turf industry. Programs available on the turf include soccer, lacrosse, and flag football. Batting cages are located next to the Turf area.
Inline Rink: The Sport Court "Defense" flooring installed in the inline rinkis one of the most technicallyaggressive playing surfaces available for inline. It's a perfect surface for the Fieldhouse, where all levels from beginning through expert will utilize the rink for Inline Hockey and open skate.
Fitness Loft: Whether you want to squeeze a workout while your kids have sports practice, or you're looking for the newest in cardio and circuit equipment,check Fieldhouse Fitness Loft. Fitness passes for the Fieldhouse are as low as $21 per month for adults.
Climbing Wall: A 25 foot spire and bouldering rock combine for a challenging climbing experience for novice as well as experienced rock climbers. Classes and parties are available.
Your daily admission fee, punch pass or membership is now valid at BOTH the Recreation Center and Fieldhouse. Call or stop by for a full listing of admission options.
For more information about the Parker Fieldhouse, please visit us online at www.ParkerRec.com.