Holiday Hours

July 4th Hours

All Parks & Recreation facilities will close at 5:00PM on July 4th. There will be no classes for the day.

RULES REMINDER

Parks & Recreation Rules

Throughout Parks & Recreation amenities, you will see rules and courtesy guidelines posted. We ask that you please read and follow these carefully whether it be in our exercise spaces, saunas, pools, etc. These are in place to keep you safe and provide the best member experience for all!

Outdoor Season

Outdoor Pools Are Open!

The Chota Recreation Center and Kahite outdoor pools are open for the summer. The schedules for our pools are in the monthly schedules at the end of this newsletter. We look forward to seeing you there!

Reminder: We are in the midst of Camp Tellico, July 7th - 11th. The Chota Outdoor Pool will be busier than usual. Please plan your visit accordingly. Thank you!

Tugaloo Beach Services Now Open

Tugaloo Beach's Paddleboards and Kayaks are open for the summer. Please see the available hours in the "Schedules" section.

Bocce Ball Season is Here!

The Chota Rec Center is excited to invite all Bocce players to enjoy the beautiful game in this beautiful weather. All equipment is available at the Chota front desk upon request. No reservation is needed; materials are available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Kahite Updates

Kahite Weight Equipment Orientation

After hearing your requests, we will be hosting a Kahite Weight Equipment Orientation. This orientation will take place on Wednesday, July 16th, at 3:00 PM. We hope you will make plans to attend. Please note that reservations cannot be made more than 14 days in advance.

Make reservations at

www.schedulepoa.com

Kahite Community - We need you!

We are still working to better understand how Parks & Recreation can best serve you. Please fill out the survey linked below to let us know your thoughts on the amenities, from the pool to racquet sports and more. We intend to close this survey at the end of July.

Click to Fill Out a Kahite Survey

Grandma(pa) and Me Basic Drawing Class

Michelle Stanley, of PrairieArt Studio will be teaching a series of drawing and painting classes which offer an amazing opportunity for families to bond through creativity with. These sessions are designed especially for Tellico Village residents who would like to enjoy quality time together—whether it’s grandparents and grandchildren or parents and children—while exploring new artistic horizons. Everyone can learn, or rekindle, their ability to draw—and stepping away from screens to be creative benefits us all. You will find mixed-generation classes create a warm, supportive environment where adults feel less self-conscious and children are encouraged to explore. For more information go to www.prairieartstudio.org

Cost is $30 per student. Ages 8 years old & up. All materials are included. This is not a solo class, minors must be accompanied by a parent or grandparent, please sign up at least two students for each class. If signing up with more, you can get 10% off your total fee with the discount code FAMD%10.

Click here to sign up!

Fitness Class News

Therapeutic Yoga + July 2025: More Ease

Feeling tension or “snap, crackle, pop” when you move in certain ways? Join us in Therapeutic Yoga+ to:

-Learn to move with more EASE of motion from Head to Toe.

-Learn Breathing techniques for relaxation.

-Learn to move gently and subtly to help alleviate tension/pain.

-Improve flexibility and strength.

Less Effort = More Ease!

Class FAQs:

A Seated AND Standing Practice using a Chair.

-Mats are optional. Bring a Yoga Mat & a Beach Towel if you enjoy practicing on your mat.

-Highly Recommended: Wear “grippy” non-slip socks.

July Classes @ Chota Rec Center Gym:

Mondays and Wednesdays @ 11:15 am

Questions? Contact Lynda Spalding, 4livingyoga@gmail.com

June Trial Schedule Follow-Up

In June, we ran a trial fitness class schedule to assess if we are being the best stewards of our classes. We would love to hear your feedback!

Please provide us with as much feedback as possible as we work to optimize our schedule.

Trial Schedule Survey

TOA Injury Assessment

Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance

Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance provides free TOA Injury Assessments to those who live in Tellico Village.

Injury assessments will now be available 8:00 am-1:00 pm, Monday-Friday at the Wellness Center. If you have aches and pains or have questions about injuries to joints, muscles, or bones, schedule a time to meet with them.

To schedule, please visit www.schedulepoa.com.

and select “TOA Injury Assessment.”

Questions?

Please email Kaitlin at: BlankenshipK@toa.com

Weight Equipment Orientation

Orientations on the proper use of the cardiovascular and weight equipment will be provided at the Wellness Center on:

Wednesday, July 9th @ 2:00pm

Wednesday, June 23rd @ 2:00pm

We hope you will make plans to attend.

Make reservations at

www.schedulepoa.com

Warriors at Ease

The Parks and Recreation Department is honored to provide an internationally recognized and award-winning mind-body wellness program for our Veterans, Active-Duty Military Personnel, and First Responders.

This weekly class offers evidence-based breathing, movement, and mindfulness practices to help regulate the nervous system, build resilience, and cultivate a greater sense of ease and well-being.

Join us for our very own “Tellico Warriors” on Fridays at 08:30 am on the top floor of the Yacht Club and stay afterward for coffee and conversation! There is no charge for this class, and membership is not required. Spouses are also welcome.

Wellness Center Experience Feedback

Find Link Here

We want to ensure everyone is aware of some additions around the facility. QR codes have been placed in all our amenities for those looking to quickly make a suggestion, report a problem, or simply share their experience at the Wellness Center. They can be found at the table adjacent to our front desk, just inside the Fitness Classroom, out on the pool deck opposite class sign-in, and above the water fountains in the Exercise Room. These may be used as often as you would like. For those who prefer not to use a QR code scan, feel free to follow or use the button on the left.

Select Physical Therapy

Racquet Sports News

To view the latest Pickleball Schedule, please click on the link below.

Pickleball Schedule

Tennis

Tennis court reservations for August and September will open on July 13th at 11:00 AM. Please visit the Schedule POA website below to make all tennis reservations.

Schedule POA

Monthly Schedules

A few reminders about the July Schedules:

Changes of Note

Line Dance - Cancelled for July

There will be no Line Dance classes in July. Intermediate One/Two and Advanced classes will resume in August. The next Intro class will begin on September 4th. We look forward to seeing everyone back and ready to cut a rug.

BBB (Kahite) - Cancelled for July

There will be no BBB class on Monday or Wednesday.

Power Sculpt (Kahite)

Our Power Sculpt class, taught by Robbi Ratkovich, will be doing a trial run at the Kahite Activity Center on Saturdays at 9:00 AM. Come enjoy a high-intensity class where you can feel the rhythm and the burn!