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Recreation Classes
Parks and Recreation offer a variety of classes and activities throughout the county. Explore the latest edition of the Hanover Review (PDF) or visit www.hanoverparksrec.com to locate programs, classes, senior trips or special events that interest you.
Important COVID-19 Update:
In conjunction with the executive orders of the Governor implementing Phase III of the Forward Virginia plan, effective July 1, all permitted use of athletic fields, picnic shelters and historic sites has resumed. Park playgrounds and Pole Green skate park have reopened. Others areas of Hanover County parks remain open, including open spaces, trails and dog parks.
Be advised that amenities throughout the parks are not sanitized, so use with caution and follow the CDC health and safety guidelines. We reiterate the critical importance of following physical distancing guidelines and avoidance of gatherings and group activities.
Limited recreation programs have resumed based on the Forward Virginia reopening plan and CDC Health and Safety Guidelines.
Important COVID-19 Update:
In conjunction with the executive orders of the Governor implementing Phase III of the Forward Virginia plan, effective July 1, all permitted use of athletic fields, picnic shelters and historic sites has resumed. Park playgrounds and Pole Green skate park have reopened. Others areas of Hanover County parks remain open, including open spaces, trails and dog parks.Be advised that amenities throughout the parks are not sanitized, so use with caution and follow the CDC health and safety guidelines. We reiterate the critical importance of following physical distancing guidelines and avoidance of gatherings and group activities.
Limited recreation programs have resumed based on the Forward Virginia reopening plan and CDC Health and Safety Guidelines.
Register for a Program
Pre-registration and payment are required for all classes. We process registrations (PDF) on a first come, first served basis.
- Online: Discover Recreation
- Mail completed registration form (PDF) and payment to:
13017 Taylor Complex Lane
Ashland VA 23005 - Fax completed registration form (PDF) and payment to secure line: 804-365-4696
- In person and after hours drop boxes
Cancellations
Classes may be cancelled if minimum enrollment is not met two weeks from program start date. Cancellation emails will be sent to registered participants and a full refund will be issued based on the method of payment.
Waiting List
Many of our programs are so popular that they fill quickly. If this happens, be sure to add yourself to the waiting list. As we are able to add additional spaces or other customers withdraw, we will email those on the waiting list.
If space becomes available and you are on the waiting list, please be advised that:
- you will be contacted by email
- you will have two business days to make payment or be removed from the waiting list
- once a program has started, we will not accept additional participants
Withdrawals & Refunds
Written notification is required for all withdrawal and refund requests. You can send in a completed refund request form, submit an online form, or email us with the participant name, course and reason for request.
- You can withdraw from a class prior to the start date and receive a full refund
- Once a class has started, you may withdraw before the second-class meeting and receive a refund, less material fee
- Refunds will be issued directly to the credit card used for registration or by check (takes up to 4 weeks)
Weather Closings
When Hanover County Public Schools are closed due to inclement or adverse weather conditions, all programs are cancelled.
Instructors Wanted
Share your skills and passion by teaching preschoolers, youth, teens, adults, seniors, or persons with special needs in our Hanover community. Talk with us about submitting an instructor proposal, deadlines as follows:
- June 1 (classes offered September - December)
- October 1 (classes offered January - May)
- January 15 (classes offered June - August)