Oxford Parks & Recreation

Every child deserves the opportunity to play sports! A League of Our Own is designed to enrich the community by providing leadership, facilities, and administration for soccer and baseball programs for children with physical and/or mental disabilities in a manner consistent with cooperation and community values: every player hits, every player gets on base, every player scores, and EVERY PLAYER WINS!

A League of Our Own Oxford
P.O. Box 3650
Oxford, AL 36203

Oxford Baseball for Youth was established in 1960. Oxford Baseball for Youth pays under the Dixie Youth and Dixie Boys Baseball Rules.

Oxford Parks & Recreation offers a great youth basketball program for the city’s children and youth. The players practice and play games several times per week at the Oxford Civic Center, Bynum Community Center, and Friendship Community Center. They also travel to nearby Parks and Recreation Departments for games and tournaments.

Oxford Parks & Recreation offers youth flag football programs for six weeks during September and October.

Football games are held at Choccolocco Park on the multipurpose field. They practice and play games against other Oxford teams several times per week.

Oxford Parks & Recreation offers great youth soccer programs during September, October, and November. Games will be played at Choccolocco Park, Oxford Lake, and various locations for older age divisions.

New program! Females in grades 3rd - 6th for the 2024-2025 school year. Most matches will be held at Bynum Community Center. Practice days are Monday, Thursday, and Saturday. Volleyball season is September-October.

Men’s Church Summer League
$350.00 registration fee (NON-REFUNDABLE)
Games will be played on Monday and Tuesday nights; makeup days will be on Thursday. The regular season will last five weeks, and there will be a one-week postseason.

Coed Church Summer League
$350.00 registration fee (NON-REFUNDABLE)
Start Date: One week after the conclusion of Men’s Church League

Games will be played on Monday and Tuesday nights; makeup days will be on Thursday. The regular season will last five weeks, and there will be a one-week postseason.

A completed roster with the pastor of the church's signature must be turned in one week prior to the first scheduled game.

Programs

• Senior aerobics: Free, low-impact class with Lyn Brown (instructor) on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
• Day camp: Every summer, spring break, and fall break we offer camps for children ages 6-12.
• Tennis: Individual and group lessons for all ages and levels are offered at the 8-court tennis complex.
For more information, contact Jack Totherow at 256-452-3661.

Swimming Pool
Open Memorial Day to Labor Day
June & July: Monday - Saturday 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM  and Sunday 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.
August days and hours vary - call for more information at 256-831-2660
Admission $2. 
Pool Rules & Cooler Policy

Events

• Senior Adult Day: In February and September, we provide free entertainment and a sack lunch and drink for all senior citizens. Registration begins at 8:00 a.m., and lunch is served at 11:30 a.m. 
• Senior Dance: We offer monthly senior dances. During the events, we serve food and have a live band. The admission fee is $5.00 per person.
• Lunch Trips: Our “lunch bunch” group meets every month for lunch and shopping at various locations.
• Mardi Gras 5K: During Mardi Gras in March, we put together a 5K run for adults and children.
• Freedom Festival: Every summer, we have a 4th of July celebration co-sponsored by the Oxford Arts Council. The festival includes parades, antique cars, food vendors, games, and activities for children. Some years, we bring musicians to entertain the large crowds. The spectacular fireworks show takes place at Oxford Lake.
• Halloween Carnival: On October 31st, we offer a safe alternative to trick-or-treating. The carnival includes costume contests, hayrides around Oxford Lake, games, candy, and prizes. Carnival is from 4:30 pm to 7:00 pm. Free admission and tickets are 4 for $1.00.
• Masters Games of Alabama: The Game's participants came from all walks of life and physical abilities with one common goal - to have fun, exercise, make new friends, and compete in their favorite activities. The Masters Games of Alabama is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting healthy lifestyles for active adults aged 50 and older through social, mental, and physical activities. While the Games provide an Olympic-type atmosphere, the focus is not on competition but on fun and fellowship.

Programs

• Art and Music Classes: Teacher Gina Arnett. Fine art painting lessons. Voice lessons. Music lessons. Tuesdays from 8:30 am to 7:30 pm. Contact Gina for more information: 404-402-5458.
• Yoga: Mondays at 6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. ($10 per class)
• Karate: Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Testing on Saturdays. Instructor Mike Mangham offers karate classes for those interested. Participants must be at least 7 years old. The classes cost $45.00 per month.
• Bluegrass Jam Session: In our kitchen area, we invite the public to a free and fun jam session on Tuesdays from 4:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Bring your favorite instrument! 
• Senior Citizen Volleyball: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and Sundays from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. (or later) All senior citizens are welcome to play volleyball in our gym. The activity is free so come out and bring a friend! 
• Pre-School: Classes are on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8:30 am to noon; For 3, 4, and 5-year-olds. Must be potty-trained. Immunization Blue Slip Required. Space is limited. Call for availability. 256-405-5088. Teacher: Mary Wood. $120 per month. $50 Registration and Supply Fee.
• Canasta and Bunco: Bunco is on the first and third Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. and Canasta is on the first Wednesday at 9:30 a.m.
• Basketball Instruction: Meet in the gym Tuesdays from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
• Basketball Free Play: Monday and Wednesday from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Pickleball: Tuesday and Thursday, noon to 5:00 p.m. Friday, 7:00 a.m. to noon.

Events

• Easter Egg Hunt: Every year, on Saturday before Easter, we are hosting an Easter egg hunt for children ages 0-12. Make sure to bring your own basket!

Programs
• Card Games: Mondays 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
• Yoga: Mondays from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and Fridays from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. ($7 per class)
• Balance, Strength & Flexibility Aerobics: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:15 p.m. to 4:15 p.m. (free)
• CrayFit: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays. 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. ($3 class / $25 /month)
• Square Dance: First and third Thursdays 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
• The Arc of Calhoun and Cleburne Counties: Every summer, the Arc conducts two 3-week summer camps for special needs children at Bynum Community Center. The Arc of Calhoun and Cleburne Counties is a 501(c)3 non-profit that serves individuals with intellectual /developmental disabilities and their families through support, education, advocacy, and public awareness so that they can reach their chosen goals.

Also available
• Free Play: Time varies.  The gym is available for basketball, volleyball, shuffleboard
• Weight Room
• Outdoor walking track
• Room rentals