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B R O W AR D C O U N T Y C O M M I S S I O N N E W S R E L E AS E Parks and Recreation ▪ 950 N.W. 38th St., Oakland Park, FL 33309 Phone: 954-357-8100 ▪ Fax: 954-561-5359 ▪ www.broward.org/parks

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Date: September 19, 2012 Phone: 954-357-8115 From: Michael Mills E-mail: [email protected]

Tennis Lessons at Lafayette Hart Park - Children’s program is for all skill levels -

WHAT: Lafayette Hart Park in Fort Lauderdale will offer Tennis Lessons, for beginners and advanced players ages 6 to 13, from 3 to 4 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Topics to be covered include serving, driving and slicing, forehand and backhand, drop shots, footwork, and court control and geometry. Space is limited, and enrollment will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Racquets and balls will be provided. The fee is $7 per child per class, or a session of 12 classes for $60 per child.

WHERE: Lafayette Hart Park 2851 N.W. Eighth Rd., Fort Lauderdale 33311 954-791-1041

WHEN: Tuesdays and Thursdays 3-4 p.m.

WHO: For ages 6-13.

HOW: Fees: $7/class, $60/session (12 classes). Space is limited and early registration is recommended.

For further information, call the park at 954-791-1041, or instructor James House at 954-461-3214. Lafayette Hart is accessible via Broward County Transit Routes #11 and #40.

Founded in February 1956 and accredited by the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies, Broward County Parks and Recreation manages nearly 6,500 acres, encompassing 19 regional parks and nature centers, six neighborhood parks, and 21 natural areas at various stages of development. Facilities include water parks, campgrounds, a target range, a stadium, a skate park, an observatory, mountain bike trails, an educational farm with stables, and a velodrome and other sports facilities. Hours and fees vary by location. For more information, visit www.broward.org/parks.

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Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations in order to participate in County programs, services, and activities must contact the Special Populations Section at 954-357- 8170 or TTY 954-537-2844 at least 10 business days prior to the scheduled meeting or event to request an accommodation.