RECREATION DEPARTMENT NEWS
Kids will improve their strength, balance, attention and coordination through fun yoga stories, games, and poses. They will learn healthy stress and anxiety coping mechanisms and work on building self-esteem in a non-competitive environment. They will also learn about self-love and the importance of showing kindness to others. Please bring a yoga mat.
Join us for movements in a slow, focused manner, meditation and deep breathing. Benefits include reducing stress, help with arthritis conditions, and promoting overall health and wellness. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes that are closed.
Sunday Night Lacrosse Skills & Competition Series
Hit the turf on Sunday nights for our action-packed lacrosse development program! Designed for players of all skill levels, this weekly series emphasizes fundamentals, gameplay, and fun through fast-paced drills and challenges. Grades 3rd–5th will take part in a 1-hour session featuring 40 minutes of focused skill development—covering passing, shooting, and dodging—followed by 20 minutes of high-energy competitions like 3v3 small-sided games, relay races, and fastest shot contests. Grades 6th–8th will participate in a 90-minute session that dives deeper into advanced skills including passing, shooting, dodging, and defensive strategy. Players will compete in 1v1s, 3v3s, and team advantage drills (2v1, 3v2, 4v3), along with accuracy challenges and fastest shot competitions.
Each night, winners from the competition segments will take home awesome Ohio State and PLL gear giveaways. Don’t miss your chance to level up your game and compete in a fun, supportive environment! Connor Cmiel is a former All American lacrosse player at Ohio State who recently signed with the PLL Waterdogs.
Join us for the Cleveland Stache Dash, Northeast Ohio’s premier celebration of facial hair and fitness! Whether you’re rocking a full handlebar, a classic chevron, or a stick-on special, this 1 Mile / 5K event is your chance to let your 'stache shine. This family-friendly fun run is the perfect excuse to skip shaving and get moving, all while supporting a great cause—proceeds benefit North Ridgeville Parks & Recreation. The first 300 pre-registered participants will receive a race bag. Post-race refreshments will be provided. Costumes and creative mustaches are highly encouraged. Online registration closes Monday, October 27. We can’t wait to see you—and your legendary lip sweater—on Saturday, November 1!
Credit Card Transaction Fee - January 1, 2025
Effective January 1, 2025, the City will be implementing a transaction fee for credit card payments. This transaction fee will be applied to all online and in-person credit card transactions. This fee does not apply to other payment forms such as cash, EFT (electronic fund transfer) or personal checks. The Parks & Recreation transaction fee is 3.0%
Interested in running a program? The North Ridgeville Parks and Recreation Department is always looking for new program instructors. Applications can be found under the “Jobs” tab.
