Green Ridge Recreation Center

09/28/2026

Chronic upper trap and neck tightness often stems from holding static posture at a desk or looking down at screens for hours. When those muscles shorten, they cause tension headaches and restricted range of motion.
For today's Movement Monday, Personal Trainer Joe M shares a simple, discreet neck and shoulder stretch you can do right at your desk to release built-up tension in seconds. 🔄

📌 Joe’s Steps:
Reach one arm behind your lower back and gently pull the wrist with your opposite hand.
Tilt your opposite ear toward your shoulder until you feel a comfortable stretch along your neck.
Pro-Tip: Slowly rotate your head to scan for the tightest angle, then hold and breathe through it!

Don't let daily work stress turn into chronic neck pain. Our personal training team at Green Ridge Recreation Center can help you build a personalized mobility and strength program tailored to your everyday lifestyle.

🔗 Connect with Joe M and explore our personal training options here: https://roanokecountyparks.com/298

09/21/2026

When your hip joints lose internal and external rotation, your pelvis tilts and your lower back takes on extra strain. Restoring mobility to the hips is one of the fastest ways to eliminate lower body tightness and improve your squat depth in the gym.
For today's Movement Monday, Personal Trainer Joe M demonstrates the 90/90 Hip Switch! This simple floor exercise opens up your hip capsules, improves joint health, and helps identify muscular imbalances between your left and right sides. 🔄
📌 Joe’s Coaching Cues:
Sit tall with both knees bent at 90-degree angles.
Rotate both knees to one side, pressing toward the floor while keeping your torso upright.
Switch through center to the opposite side.
Notice asymmetry? Spend extra time working through the side that feels tighter!
Whether you are looking to move pain-free in daily life, recover from long workdays, or level up your fitness routine, our certified training team at Green Ridge Recreation Center is here to guide you every step of the way.
🔗 Connect with Joe M and explore Green Ridge personal training options here: https://roanokecountyparks.com/298

09/03/2026

Green Ridge Recreation Center will be open from 5:30 AM to 1:00 PM on Monday, September 7 for Labor Day.

Roanoke County Offices will be closed on Monday, September 7, 2026, for Labor Day.

Recreation facilities will operate as scheduled:
Green Ridge Recreation Center - Early Closure 5:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Splash Valley Water Park – Open 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Brambleton Recreation Center - Closed
Parks, Recreation & Tourism Admin Office - Closed

08/31/2026

Compression on your lumbar spine builds up throughout the workday, leaving your lower back feeling tight, fatigued, and stiff by the time you clock out.
For today's Movement Monday, Personal Trainer Joe demonstrates the Bird Dog—a classic, low-impact exercise designed to decompress the spine, activate deep core stabilizers, and restore neutral alignment. 🔄
📌 Joe’s Form Cues:
Start on hands and knees with wrists directly under shoulders and knees under hips.
Extend opposite arm and leg straight out until parallel with the floor.
Hold for 10–20 seconds, lower with control, and switch sides!
Building a resilient, pain-free body starts with mastering the fundamentals. Our personal training team at Green Ridge Recreation Center is here to tailor a movement plan specifically for your daily routine.
🔗 Explore Green Ridge amenities, passes, and personal training options here: https://roanokecountyparks.com/168

08/27/2026

When you walk through the doors at Green Ridge Recreation Center, you’re not just scanning a pass. You’re being greeted by name, supported by a staff that cares about your goals, and joining a community that shows up for each other.

From customized facility tours to our Coffee Friday on the first Friday of every month, we take pride in offering the best service and community atmosphere in Roanoke County.

Come experience the Green Ridge difference for yourself. Learn more about our amenities and membership today: https://roanokecountyparks.com/168

08/27/2026

Splash Valley Water Park is hosting Pooches in the Pool on Saturday, September 12, 2026.
Spots are currently still available across all scheduled time slots:

10:00 AM – 10:45 AM: Dogs less than 25 pounds.

11:00 AM – 11:45 AM: Dogs over 25 pounds.

12:00 PM – 12:45 PM: Dogs over 25 pounds.

1:00 PM – 1:45 PM: Dogs over 25 pounds.

Admission is $15 per dog.
Bring your pup out for swimming, photo ops, and a costume contest.

Register online now at https://www.roanokecountyparks.com/690.

08/27/2026

🚨 The countdown is officially ON! 🚨
We are down to just 5 DAYS LEFT in the Splash Valley Water Park season! 💦

If you’ve been putting off that final trip down the bowl slide or one last current river float, the clock is ticking. This is your last chance to squeeze every drop of fun out of summer before we close the gates for the year.

Don't let the season end without one final splash. Grab the kids, pack the towels, and let's close out summer the right way! ☀️🌊

🔗 Check our final dates and hours to plan your last visit: https://roanokecountyparks.com/186

👇 Who are you bringing for one last pool day? Tag them below!

08/24/2026

As we age (especially for women) a lack of overhead movement can lead to stiffness, poor posture, and even "frozen shoulder" (adhesive capsulitis). Keeping your shoulder joints healthy requires daily, active range-of-motion work.
For today's Movement Monday, Personal Trainer Stephanie shows us a 15-second overhead arm swing that opens up your upper back, flushes blood flow to the shoulders, and keeps your joints moving freely. 🔄
The Rules:
Swing arms up overhead until hands touch at the top.
Pick up the pace slightly to build light joint warmth.
Limited mobility? Only reach as high as your body comfortably allows today!
Don't let daily desk fatigue restrict how you move. Our personal training team at Green Ridge Recreation Center builds customized mobility routines to keep you pain-free at every stage of life.
🔗 Connect with Stephanie and explore our personal training programs here: https://roanokecountyparks.com/298

08/20/2026

Splash into the fun at Splash Valley Water Park, which is open Saturday and Sunday from 11 AM to 7 PM through Labor Day!

🔗Click below for daily admission rates, birthday party packages, and facility features!
https://roanokecountyparks.com/179

08/20/2026

The Green Ridge Indoor Pool is your year-round destination for aquatic fitness and family fun. While the outdoor pools are packing up, our massive indoor facility is just heating up.

Whether you want to ride the current river, conquer the large water slide, or join one of our aquatic fitness classes tailored for all ages, we have the perfect water workout or weekend escape waiting for you.

Keep the summer vibes going.
Dive into everything our indoor pool has to offer and grab your membership today: https://www.roanokecountyparks.com/168