Adult Programs

Online Registration 

IOP Rec Speaker Series

• Tree Hugs

  • Ash Connelly, VP & Lead Arborist, Charleston Tree Experts; Gerald Benoit, Arborist, Gerald J. Benoit ISA LLC; Matt Simms, Zoning Administrator, City of Isle of Palms; Susan Hill Smith, Isle of Palms Clean-up Crew; Isle of Palms Environmental Committee
    • Saturday, April 12, 11AM 

• Ambassador of Good Vibes!

  • Eli Lev, Singer Songwriter
    • Wednesday, April 23, 11AM 

• Coastal Fossils: Unique Finds in the Lowcountry

  • Barrier Island Eco Tours
    • Wednesday, May 14, 5PM 

• Navigating the College Application Process

  • Lisa Gastaldi, Low Country College Counseling
    • Tuesday, September 9, 5PM

• Charleston's Unique Fishery and how we protect it! + fishing tips per season

  • Barrier Island Eco Tours
    • Monday, September 15, 5PM 

• Fourth Age Series

  • Aging Lightly
    • Kathryn McGrew, Ph.D.
    • Wednesday, September 24, 5PM

• "Word on the Water" How Healthy are our Waterways?

  • Andrew Wunderly, Executive Director and Waterkeeper, Charleston Waterkeeper
    • Monday, September 29, 5PM 

• Fourth Age Series

  • Estate Planning, Trusts, Probate Process
    • Joshua Hooser, Attorney at Law, Hooser Legal Counsel LLC
    • Wednesday, October 15, 5PM

• Native Americans, South Carolina Lowcountry

  • Barrier Island Eco Tours
    • Monday, October 27, 5PM 

• Fourth Age Series

  • Financial Planning
    • Dimi Matouchev, CFP, CPWA, AAMS, Financial Advisor; Andrew S. Ross, Jr. (Drew), Financial Advisor; Edward Jones
    • Thursday, November 6, 5PM

• Lowcountry Pirates that Darkened our Waterways and Traded at our Ports

  • Barrier Island Eco Tours
    • Monday, November 17, 5PM 

• Charleston Barrier Islands

  • Barrier Island Eco Tours
    • Monday, January 26 2026, 5PM 

FITNESS CLASSES

Move It! Cardio, Strength, & Stability

Low impact cardio and strength.

Mondays 8:30AM

$20 per month; $25 non-resident per month
$10 drop-in per class 
Maximum Participants - 16

Instructor: Paige Hauff

Core & More

Build core strength through dynamic movement.

Tuesdays 8:30AM

$20 per resident; $25 non-resident per month
$10 drop-in per class
Maximum Participants - 16

Instructor: Paige Hauff

Barre Fusion

Elongate, strengthen, tone, and enhance stability.

Wednesdays 8:30AM

$20 resident; $25 non-resident per month
$7 drop-in per class

Instructor: Megan McDonald

Pilates Fusion

Traditional Pilates fused with various equipment and methods.

Thursdays 8:30AM

$20 resident; $25 non-resident per month
$7 drop-in per class

Instructor: Paige Hauff

Strength Interval 

Strength Interval is a total body strengthening class that integrates a variety of exercises that tap into all areas of the body. Various equipment will be utilized -- weights, bands, balls, and more!

Fridays 8:30AM

$20 per month; $25 non-resident
$10 drop-in per class 
Maximum Participants - 16

Instructor: Paige Hauff

Zumba

High energy dance for all fitness levels.

Mondays & Wednesdays 9:30AM 

$20 resident/ $25 non-resident per month - 1 day a week 
$40 resident/ $45 non-resident  - 2 days a week 
$7 drop-in per class

Instructor: Megan McDonald

Strength & Stability

Low impact training that incorporates a variety of equipment and focuses on cardio, strength, balance, and flexibility.

Mondays & Wednesdays  10:30am - 11:30am

$40 per month/ $45 non-resident 
$7 drop-in per class

Instructor: Corinne Enright 

Super Stretch

Deep athletic stretch based on personal training and group fitness standards for a healthy lifestyle.

Tuesdays  9:30AM-10:00AM

$15 per month
$5 drop-in per class
Instructor: Paige Hauff

Tabata & Battle Rope Fitness

Battle your way to a healthier, leaner you - CARDIO CLASS. Higher intensity level but can be modified for all fitness levels.

Thursdays 8:00AM

$20 per resident; $25 non-resident per month
$7 drop-in per class

Instructor: Susan Breckheimer

Stability & Strength

BEGINS IN MAY

Low impact training that incorporates a variety of equipment and focuses on cardio, strength, balance, and flexibility.

Fridays 9:30AM

$20 per resident; $25 non-resident per month
$7 drop-in per class

Instructor: Susan Breckheimer

Suspension Training

Get your strength training and cardio all in one fun challenging sweaty hour. Class meets outdoors under the picnic shelter. Class is limited due to equipment. Call 843-886-8294 to reserve your space. 

Monday, Wednesday & Friday   8:00am - 9:00am 

8 Classes: $40 resident
12 Classes: $55 resident

Drop-in Fee: $10 per class
Instructor: Pat Boyd 

Yoga 

Yoga in the Park. Rediscover your flexibility, sense of balance, mental clarity and confidence with yoga. Class meets outside at the picnic shelter. 

Monday, Wednesday & Friday   9:15am - 10:15am 

8 Classes: $64 resident
12 Classes: $85 resident

Drop-in Fee: $10 per class
Instructor: Pat Boyd 

Yin Yoga 

Slow Flow Yoga:  Yin Yoga targets deep connective tissues through holding poses for 3-5 minutes. Acupressure versus acupuncture. These long holds promote cell rejuvenation while decreasing tension and restoring balance to our very YANG lives. Think: Deep Tissue Massage. Beginner Friendly but Challenging. Benefits: Unlimited.

Wednesdays 6:00PM - 7:15PM

$40 resident; $45 non-resident per month
$12 drop-in per class

 Instructor: Kathy Berry 

Over 60 Group Training

Work strengthening muscles, tightening core, flexibility and balance. Open to all exercise levels. Must be able to exercise on the floor.

Tuesdays & Thursdays    2:30pm - 3:30pm 

Drop-in fee: $12
Instructor: Judy Fischer

Over 60 Yoga

A yoga class for all levels with a variety of yoga poses including standing, kneeling and seated ending with relaxation. 

Mondays & Wednesdays 2:00pm - 3:00pm 

Drop-in fee: $12
Instructor: Judy Fischer

RXFIT Club 

Mobile Gym and Circuit Training, set up in the Recreation Parking Lot  

Tuesdays & Thursdays   8:30am 

$40 resident/ $45 non-resident per month
$15 drop-in 

RXFIT Club Circuit 

Saturdays  8:30am 

• April 12, 19
• May 10, 17

$20 per month

 RXFIT Club Personal Training

• By appointment only
• $80 residents; $85 non-resident per 1 hour
  • AGES 65+ & <18: $65 per 1 hour

Instructor/Coach: Doug Gordon 

Line Dancing 

Join other dancers and learn fun line dances or just come out for the great exercise.

Thursdays

• Intermediate: 9:45am - 10:45am (Class will start at 10am June 6 - August 1)
• Beginner: 10:45am - 11:45am (Class will start at 11am June 6 - August 1)

Drop in fee: $5

Instructor: Trisha Leonard

TENNIS & PICKLEBALL LESSONS

Tennis 

Adult Tennis Clinic

Intermediate Cardio Tennis

Tuesdays: USTA Rating 2.5 and above

Thursdays: USTA Rating 3.0 and above     

8:30am - 10:00am 
$15/per 1 hour
$20/per 1.5 hours

Beginner to Intermediate Cardio Tennis

Monday/Wednesday: USTA Rating 1.5 - 2.0

8:30am - 10:00am 
$15/per 1 hour
$20/per 1.5 hours

• Call 843-886-8294 to confirm time; warmer months play earlier

Tennis Instructor: Corinne Enright

Pickleball Lessons

Beginner clinic will focus on understanding the rules of Pickleball and improving your game. 

Mondays & Wednesdays 9:00am - 10:30am  

• New Lesson Dates TBA

$80 per series; Prior approval required for drop-ins 

Maximum 12; Minimum 4

Private Lessons:

• $60 per hour per individual
• $60 per hour/$30 per person for 2 individuals per hour  
• $80 per 1.5 hours/split between 3-4 people
• By Appointment Only

All pickleball lessons take place on pickleball court.

Instructor: Nancy Markovich

ARTS CLASSES

Pottery Ages 10+

April

• SESSION 1
  Saturdays  9-10:30AM, 3 class series
  April 5 - 1 small serving tray and set of napkin rings
  April 12 - Wall pocket
  April 19 - Glaze day for all projects
  $100 residents; $105 non-residents
• SESSION 2
  Saturdays  11AM-12:30PM
  April 5 - 1 small serving tray and set of napkin rings (choose glaze color)
  April 12 - Wall pocket (choose glaze color)
  $45 residents; $50 non-residents per class

 Instructor - Alessandra Darling

Tae Kwon Do

Youth & Family Class

Monday 6:30-7:30PM

• Youth or Adult $30 resident; $35 non-resident
• Adults in the Youth & Family class who also attend the Adult Wednesday and/or Saturday class would pay the adult class rate - $40 resident; $45 non-resident

Adult Class

Wednesday 6:30-8:00PM & Saturday 9-10:30AM

• Adult $40 resident; $45 non-resident
• Adult Saturday ONLY $30 resident; $35 non-resident
• Based on a skill assessment some youth may be invited to also attend the Wednesday and/or Saturday adult class in addition to the Monday Youth & Family Class would pay the adult class rate - $40 resident; $45 non-resident.

New students accepted in the Youth & Family Class in August, November, and January. 
$5 discount for additional family members

Instructor - Headmaster Jack Emmel, 8th DAN

Dog Obedience

Must Pay registration fee, have shot records and sign up at IOP Recreation Dept. prior to class.
Registration forms available at: www.purelypositive.com or at the Recreation Center at #24 28th Ave.

Mondays

• March 17 - April 28  (No class April 21)
• 5:30pm: Kinderpuppy - small breeds
• 6:30pm: Puppy Junior High
• 7:30pm: Kinderpuppy - medium & large breeds
   
• May 12 - June 23 (No Class May 26)
• 5:30pm: Just the Basics
• 6:30pm: Kinderpuppy - large breeds
• 7:30pm: Kinderpuppy  - small breeds
   
• July 14 - August 18
• 5:30pm: Kinderpuppy- large breeds
• 6:30pm: Canine Good Citizen
• 7:30pm: Kinderpuppy - small breeds

$265 per session

Instructor: Susan Marett

Engrave a Brick 

Be a part of Recreation History! Have a brick engraved in honor of a loved one, or give a shout out to someone who grew up or lived on the Island and played at The Rec. Two locations available Front Entrance Walkway or Dog Park Entrance. 

Front Entrance: 

• Small: 4X8 Brick - $75 (3 lines up to 36 characters)
• Medium: 6X6 Brick - $100 (3 or 4lines up to 45 characters)
• Large: 6X8 Brick - $125 (3 or 4 lines up to 52 character)

Please complete the online form 

Location: Main Entrance Walkway

For More Information contact  Tammy Cox 

FREE PROGRAMS

Beach Yoga 

Yoga on the Beach, class meets at 25th Beach Access. 

Tuesdays  7:30am
May - October 

Instructor: Kathy Berry 

Sea Stroll & Learn 

Enjoy a nice stroll on the beach as ocean life experts share educational tid-bits. Beach Walk meets at 25th Beach Access. 

• Thursday, May 8, 8:30am: Birding
  • Holy City Birding
• Thursday, June 12, 7:30am: Sharks of IOP and Why we Should Love Them!
  • Barrier Island Eco Tours
• Thursday, July 10, 7:30am: IOP Sea Turtles
  • Mary Pringle, Island Turtle Team
• Thursday, August 14, 7:30am: Community Science
  • Britney Prebis, Community Science Manager, Charleston Waterkeeper
• Thursday, September 18, 7:30am: Waterway Stewardship
  • Harriott Parker, Director of Development & Stewardship, Charleston Waterkeeper
• Thursday, October 9, 7:30am: Life Under the Water
  • Barrier Island Eco Tours
• Thursday, November 13, 7:30am: SC Lowcountry Plants and the Insects and Wildlife they Support
  • Barrier Island Eco Tours

Free!