MAY IS NATIONAL AQUATICS SAFETY MONTH! · SOCCER SPORTS ACADEMY. AGES 6-7 & 8-9 Improve your shooting, dribbling and defensive skills by practicing . fundamental drills designed to

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THORNTON SPORTS ACADEMY PROGRAMS

Eight-week programs that will emphasize fundamental drills and skills and increase your fitness level in

order to help prepare athletes for team and individual competition. Tee shirt included!

BASKETBALL SPORTS ACADEMY AGES 10-11 & 12-13Improve your dribbling, shooting, and rebounding skills by practicing fundamental drills designed to make you a better basketball player. Fees: $70R/$84NR Ages 10-11 117920-A Tu/Th Jan 7- Feb 27 4-5 p.m. TWRC117920-C Tu/Th Mar 10- Apr 30 4-5 p.m. TWRCAges 12-13 117920-B Tu/Th Jan 7- Feb 27 5-6 p.m. TWRC117920-D Tu/Th Mar 10- Apr 30 5-6 p.m. TWRC

VOLLEYBALL SPORTS ACADEMY AGES 8-9, 10-11, & 12-13 This program will improve your bump, set and spike skills! Fees: $70R/$84NR Ages 8-9 117935-A We/Fr Jan 8- Feb 28 4-5 p.m. CRC117935-D We/Fr Mar 11- May 1 4-5 p.m. CRCAges 10-11 117935-B We/Fr Jan 8- Feb 28 5-6 p.m. CRC117935-E We/Fr Mar 11- May 1 5-6 p.m. CRCAges 12-13 117935-C We/Fr Jan 8- Feb 28 6-7 p.m. CRC117935-F We/Fr Mar 11- May 1 6-7 p.m. CRC

SPEED, AGILITY, & CONDITIONING SPORTS ACADEMY AGES 11-14 & 15-18 This class is designed to increase your overall fitness by practicing fundamental speed and agility drills. This will improve your success whether trying out for a team or individual sport or just trying to get in better shape for whatever activity you choose. Fees: $50R/$60NR Ages 11-14 117940-B We Jan 8- Feb 26 2:30-3:30 p.m. TWRC117940-D We Mar 11- Apr 29 2:30-3:30 p.m. TWRCAges 15-18 117940-A We Jan 8- Feb 26 1:30-2:30 p.m. TWRC 117940-C We Mar 11- Apr 29 1:30-2:30 p.m. TWRC

BADMINTON SPORTS ACADEMY AGES 10-11 & 12-13 Improve your serve and volley skills by practicing fundamental drills designed to make you a better badminton player. Fees: $70R/$84NR Ages 10-11 117945-A We/Fr Jan 8- Feb 28 4-5 p.m. TWRC117945-C We/Fr Mar 11- May 1 4-5 p.m. TWRCAges 12-13 117945-B We/Fr Jan 8- Feb 28 5-6 p.m. TWRC 117945-D We/Fr Mar 11- May 1 5-6 p.m. TWRC

SOCCER SPORTS ACADEMY AGES 6-7 & 8-9 Improve your shooting, dribbling and defensive skills by practicing fundamental drills designed to make you a better soccer player. Fees: $70R/$84NR Ages 6-7 117925-A Tu/Th Mar 10- Apr 30 4-5 p.m. Trail Winds ParkAges 8-9 117925-B Tu/Th Mar 10-Apr30 5-6 p.m. Trail Winds Park

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CRC pool closed for renovations. TWRC SWIMMING LESSONS PARENT/TOT (6 MONTHS - 3 YEARS)This class was designed with an emphasis on safety skills, water adjustment and fun. At least one parent must accompany each child in the water.

164000-7 Mo/We A,B,E 5:30-6 p.m.164000-3 Tu/Th C,D,F 10-10:30 a.m164000-8 Tu/Th C,D,F 6:15-6:45 p.m.164000-4 Sa G, I 10:30-11 a.m.164000-5 Sa G, I 11:15-11:45 a.m.

LEVEL 1 - WATER EXPLORATIONThis class will orient kids to water and teach them basic swimming skills.

Ages 3-5 years164111-6 Mo/We A,B,E 4:45-5:15 p.m.164111-8 Mo/We A,B,E 6:15-6:45 p.m.164111-4 Tu/Th C,D,F 10:30-11 a.m.164111-6 Tu/Th C,D,F 4:45-5:15 p.m.164111-7 Tu/Th C,D,F 5:30-6 p.m.164111-2 Sa G, I 9:45-10:15 a.m.164111-5 Sa G, I 11:15-11:45 a.m.

Ages 6+ years164121-7 Mo/We A,B,E 5:30-6:10 p.m.164121-6 Tu/Th C,D,F 4:45-5:25 p.m.164121-8 Tu/Th C,D,F 6:15-6:55 p.m.164121-4 Sa G, I 10:30-11:10 a.m.

LEVEL 2 - PRIMARY SKILLSMust have passed or show competency in Level 1 skills. Skills taught include underwater swimming, front/back glides, deep water skills, breathing, combined stroke and safety.

Ages 3-5 years164211-6 Mo/We A,B,E 4:45-5:15 p.m.164211-7 Mo/We A,B,E 5:30-6 p.m.164211-1 Tu/Th C,D,F 9:30-10 a.m.164211-6 Tu/Th C,D,F 4:45-5:15 p.m.164211-7 Tu/Th C,D,F 5:30-6 p.m.164211-8 Tu/Th C,D,F 6:15-6:45 p.m.164211-2 Sa G, I 9:45-10:15 a.m.164211-4 Sa G, I 10:30-11 a.m.

Ages 6+ years164221-6 Mo/We A,B,E 4:45-5:25 p.m.164221-8 Mo/We A,B,E 6:15-6:55 p.m.164221-7 Tu/Th C,D,F 5:30-6:10 p.m. 164221-8 Tu/Th C,D,F 6:15-6:55 p.m. 164221-2 Sa G, I 9:45-10:25 a.m.164221-5 Sa G, I 11:15-11:55 a.m

SWIM LESSONSWinter 2020 Swim Lesson Sessions: A, B, C, D, G Walk-In and Online Registration Residents: Monday, December 16 at 7 p.m. Nonresidents: Tuesday, December 17 at 7 a.m. (See page 73 for registration options)

Spring 2020 Session Sessions: E, F, IResidents: Monday, March 9 at 7 p.m.Nonresidents: Tuesday, March 10 at 7 a.m.Fees: $40R/$46NRPlease add session letter/number to the activity number to indicate the session you are registering for. Parents are responsible for signing up their child(ren) in the appropriate level each session. Your child will not automatically be put into the next level if he/she passes.

Winter/Spring Session DatesMonday & Wednesday Session A: January 6-February 5 Session B: February 10-March 11 Session E: March 30-April 29

Tuesday & Thursday Session C: January 7-February 6 Session D: February 11-March 12 Session F: March 31-April 30

Saturday Session G: January 4-March 7 Session I: March 14-May 16*

*$36R/$41.40NR No class May 2.

SESSION 1 Monday/Wednesday, May 4-13

BEGINNER Equivalent to Level 1-2 swim lesson criteria.164122-6 M/W 4:45-5:25 p.m. TWRC164122-7 M/W 5:25-6:10 p.m. TWRC164122-8 M/W 6:15-6:55 p.m. TWRC

ADVANCED BEGINNER Equivalent to Level 3 swim lesson criteria.164222-6 M/W 4:45-5:25 p.m. TWRC164222-7 M/W 5:25-6:10 p.m. TWRC164222-8 M/W 6:15-6:55 p.m. TWRC

SESSION 2 Tuesday/Thursday, May 5-14

BEGINNER Equivalent to Level 1-2 swim lesson criteria.164122-6 T/Th 4:45-5:25 p.m. TWRC164122-7 T/Th 5:25-6:10 p.m. TWRC164122-8 T/Th 6:15-6:55 p.m. TWRC

ADVANCED BEGINNER Equivalent to Level 3 swim lesson criteria.164222-6 T/Th 4:45-5:25 p.m. TWRC164222-7 T/Th 5:25-6:10 p.m. TWRC164222-8 T/Th 6:15-6:55 p.m. TWRC

FREE THIRD GRADE SWIM LESSONS AGES 8-9As part of an effort to keep all children safe around the water, we are proud to offer third grade students the opportunity to enroll into our free third grade swim session. This swim program includes four, 40-minute swim lessons. Swim lessons include floating, stroke development, treading and water safety. FREE!REGISTRATION: Residents: Monday, April 27, 7 a.m./Nonresidents: Tuesday, April 28, 7 a.m.

MAY IS NATIONAL AQUATICS SAFETY MONTH!

MERIT BADGE TESTING FOR SCOUTSIs your scouting organization in need of a swimming pool in order to complete your merit badge testing? We offer a group discount as well as the help of certified instructors to assist you with requirements and testing. Please call 720-977-5919 for available days and times.

WWW.THORNTONPARKS.COM52 WINTER/SPRING 2020 See page 72 for registration information.

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TWRC SWIMMING LESSONS CRC pool closed for renovations. LEVEL 3 - STROKE READINESSMust have passed or show competency in Level 2 skills. Skills taught include components of front/back crawl, elementary backstroke, dive from poolside, bobbing, basic rules of safe diving.Ages 3-5 years164311-8 Mo/We A,B,E 6:15-6:45 p.m.164311-7 Tu/Th C,D,F 5:30-6 p.m.164311-4 Sa G, I 10:30-11 a.m.

Ages 6+ years164321-6 Mo/We A,B,E 4:45-5:25 p.m.164321-7 Mo/We A,B,E 5:30-6:10 p.m.164321-6 Tu/Th C,D,F 4:45-5:25 p.m.164321-8 Tu/Th C,D,F 6:15-6:55 p.m.164321-2 Sa G, I 9:45-10:25 a.m.164321-4 Sa G, I 10:30-11:10 a.m.

LEVEL 4 - STROKE DEVELOPMENTMust have passed or show competency in Level 3 skills. Skills taught include endurance in elementary backstroke, front/back crawl, rotary breathing, as well as introduction to breaststroke kick and turns.Ages 6+ years164421-6 Mo/We A,B,E 4:45-5:25 p.m.164421-8 Mo/We A,B,E 6:15-6:55 p.m.164421-6 Tu/Th C,D,F 4:45-5:25 p.m.164421-7 Tu/Th C,D,F 5:30-6:10 p.m.164421-2 Sa G, I 9:45-10:25 a.m.164421-5 Sa G, I 11:15-11:55 a.m.

LEVEL 5 - STROKE REFINEMENTMust have passed or show competency in Level 4 skills. Skills taught include endurance in elementary backstroke, front/back crawl, sidestroke, and breaststroke kick. Also covered are breathing, diving and treading water.Ages 6+ years164521-7 Mo/We A,B,E 5:30-6:10 p.m.164521-6 Tu/Th C,D,F 4:45-5:25 p.m.164521-4 Sa G, I 10:30-11:10 a.m.

LEVEL 6 - STROKE PROFICIENCYMust have passed or show competency in Level 5 skills. Skills taught include diving, front crawl 100-yards, back crawl 100-yards, breaststroke 25-yards, sidestroke 25-yards, butterfly, speed turn for breaststroke and flip turn for front crawl.Ages 6+ years164621-6 Mo/We A,B,E 4:45-5:25 p.m.164621-7 Tu/Th C,D,F 5:30-6:10 p.m.164621-2 Sa G, I 9:45-10:25 a.m.

LEVEL 7 - ADVANCED SKILLSMust have passed or show competency in Level 6 skills. Skills taught include fundamentals of competitive swimming and training, swim continuously for 500-yards, front crawl 200-yards, underwater swimming 10-yards, back crawl 100-yards, breaststroke 50-yards, sidestroke 25-yards, butterfly 25-yards, backstroke flip turn, *retrieve diving brick from deepest area of pool, and *treading water for two minutes, legs only.Ages 6+ years164721-7 Mo/We A,B,E 5:30-6:10 p.m.164721-8 Tu/Th C,D,F 6:15-6:55 p.m.164721-5 Sa G, I 11:15-11:55 a.m.*Satisfies precourse requirement for lifeguard certification programs.

LEVEL 8 - FITNESS SWIMMINGHave you passed Level 7 swimming and want to stay active? Do you want to fine tune your competitive strokes? Join us for an all-inclusive stroke clinic to keep your stroke technique sharp during the year. Participants need to have passed or shown competency in Level 7 swim skills. This class will work on stroke technique for those that know all four competitive strokes. This is an excellent class for preparing to participate in the city’s CARA swim team.

Ages 6-17164821-8 Mo/We A,B,E 6:15-7 p.m.

Parents will be required to volunteer for at least one home meet per season (3) or an addtional $25 fee will be added to your account at the end of each season missed.

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YEAR-ROUND CARA SWIM TEAM!

Thornton CARA swim team is currently full. As openings occur, we will contact individuals from the waitlist. If your child is 12 and under and gets called off the waitlist, individual tryouts will be held at that time.

Fee: $104R/NR per season

WAITLIST REGISTRATION 977770-WL Ages 6-18

MONTHLY PAYMENT OPTION To make monthly payments of $26R/NR per month, you will be required to register in person and set up an automatic monthly withdrawal. The first payment will be due at time of registration. Monthly payments will be withdrawn on the third of every month.

NO REFUNDS once the season has started.

Our recreational swim team, affiliated with the Colorado Parks and Recreation Association, is an excellent opportunity to introduce youth, ages 6-18, to the fun and excitement of competitive swimming. Our coaches work hard to teach skills and technique that will improve efficiency in the water. They strive to promote competition as well as sportsmanship. Participants don’t have to have competitive experience, but must be able to swim a full 50-yards (two lengths) in a competitive, correct freestyle stroke and also exhibit the ability to swim for 45-minutes in a coached setting. Tryouts are held on an individual basis.

PRACTICE SCHEDULES• FALL SEASON (AUGUST-NOVEMBER) WINTER SEASON (JANUARY-APRIL) Veterans Memorial Aquatic Center Monday/Tuesday/Thursday Green Team: Ages 10 and under 5:30-6:15 p.m. White Team: Ages 11-12 6:15-7 p.m. Black Team: Ages 13-18 7-8 p.m. Subject to change due to District 12 high school swimming.

• SUMMER SEASON (JUNE-AUGUST) Park Village Pool Monday-Thursday

QUESTIONS? Please call Renee Dodson at 720-977-5917.

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ADULT BEGINNER SWIM LESSONSIn a small group setting, skills learned in the beginner class include comfort in the water, independence, breathing, floating, gliding, kicking and basic stroke technique. There are no requirements for the beginner class! Let us help you reach your goals, it’s never too late! We offer lessons Mondays and Wednesdays, 8:30-9:15 p.m., in a discreet environment in which adults may learn to swim when the pool is closed to the general public. Fees: $40R/$46NR Swim lesson registration dates apply.

Session AJanuary 6-February 5164950-0A Mo/We, 8:30-9:15 p.m.

Session B February 10-March 11164950-0B Mo/We, 8:30-9:15 p.m.

Session EMarch 30-April 29164950-0E Mo/We, 8:30-9:15 p.m.

NEW! ADULT ADVANCED BEGINNER SWIM LESSONS This Advanced Beginner swim class is for adults who are looking to learn and practice front and back swim strokes with rhythmic breathing, comfort and treading water. We will work on comfort in depth of 5 feet or greater, building up swim endurance, jump recovery’s and to meet whatever goals you have! Fees: $40R/$46NR. Swim lesson registration dates apply.Prerequisites: Ability to put face comfortably in the water, kick, float and move in the water independently.Session AJanuary 6-February 5164951-8AMo/We, 6:15-7 p.m.

Session BFebruary 10-March 11164951-8B Mo/We, 6:15-7 p.m.

Session EMarch 30-April 29164951-8E Mo/We, 6:15-7 p.m.

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONSPrivate swim lessons are available at the Recreation Center and are designed to address the specific needs of the swimmer. Sessions are 30-minutes, one-on-one with the instructor. Class days and times are arranged between the student and the instructor. Participants of all ages and ability levels are welcome. Call 303-538-PARK (7275) for information.

Fees: $24R/$28NR per 30-minute session $66R/$78NR three 30-minute sessions

THORNTON MASTERS SWIM TEAMThe city of Thornton is proud to bring you a top-notch Masters Swimming and Fitness program. This swim fitness program is for individuals age 18 and older who enjoy swimming in a structured program. The program benefits those who swim for fun and fitness, and those who swim for competition. Join coaches Corinna Maleike, Kate Booth and Sarah Beaugh for a program that will improve your physical fitness and refine your competitive swimming technique. The price of admission to the facility is the only fee for participation. However, those wishing to compete in Colorado Masters Swimming Association meets must pay all costs in doing so, including annual dues.

Adams 12 Veterans Memorial Aquatic Center 5310 E. 136th Ave., ThorntonMo/We/Fr, 5:30-7 a.m. Tu/Th, 7-8:30 p.m. Practices are subject to cancellation due to school district holidays and closures.

Three- and six-month passes and 20-visit punch cards are available for purchase at the Carpenter Recreation Center. You must bring your punch cards/passes with you to practice in order to participate. No admittance will be given if you do not have your card. If you are new to the program and would like to try the program out before purchasing a monthly pass, the cost for a daily pass is $6 for adults (18 to 61 years) and $5 for seniors (62+).

ADULT PUNCH CARDS & PASSES (18-61 YEARS)20-Visit Punch Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$120 3-Month Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$135 6-Month Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$235

SENIOR PUNCH CARDS & PASSES (62+)20-Visit Punch Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$100 3-Month Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$115 6-Month Pass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$195

Park Village Pool (Jun-Aug)10-Visit Punch Card: $35 Daily Pass: $3.50 per person

CRC pool closed for renovations. AQUATICS

AQUA FITNESS CLASSES AT TWRCAQUA FITNESSThis moderate intensity low-impact water exercise is for all levels of fitness. Water shoes recommended.Monday-Friday: 9-10 a.m.

AQUA ZUMBAAqua Zumba® is a low-impact, high-energy aquatic exercise that blends the Zumba® philosophy with water resistance, for one pool party you shouldn’t miss!Tuesday and Thursday: 8-9 a.m.

AQUA COMBOGet your yourself moving with this combination deep/shallow class with moderate to high intensity sure to jumpstart your cardiovascular workout. Class will finish with stretching to increase flexibility and range of motion.Tuesday and Thursday: 5:30-6:30 p.m.

NEW! AQUA BOOT CAMP No lounging around the pool with this workout! This high intensity aqua class will combine Tabata and HIIT as well as Kick Boxing, Add On combinations and will use a variety of equipment! Join us and come help us make some waves! Wednesday: 8-9 a.m.

AQUA ALL-IN Start the weekend off right with this high intensity, low impact workout designed to develop your cardiovascular endurance utilizing both shallow and deep water. Saturday: 8:15-9:15 a.m.

SILVERSNEAKERS® SPLASHSilverSneakers® Splash is a total body aqua conditioning class in a pool. The class focuses on increasing agility, range of movement and cardiovascular conditioning. Resistance choreography is done with a specially-designed SilverSneakers® kickboard. No swimming ability is required.Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays: 10-11 a.m.


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TUMBLETOTS 1 AGES 3-4½ . . . . . . . . Based on age, not ability. Children will learn the basics of gymnastics without the assistance of their parents.SESSION 1A: Jan 6-Feb 8 (5-weeks)* SESSION 1B: Feb 10-Mar 21 (6-weeks)117110-A Mo 9-9:45 a.m.117110-C Tu 9-9:45 a.m.117110-O Tu 11-11:45 a.m.117110-G Th 9-9:45 a.m.117110-S Th 11-11:45 a.m.117110-J Fr 10-10:45 a.m.SESSION 1: Jan 6-Mar 21 (11-weeks)117110-D Tu 4-4:45 p.m.117110-E We 4-4:45 p.m.117110-H Th 4-4:45 p.m.117110-K Sa 10-10:45 a.m.117110-L Sa 11-11:45 a.m.

TUMBLETOTS 2 AGES 4-5½ . . . . . . . . Based on age, not ability. This is a slightly more challenging class because expectations to perform skills correctly are higher than in Tumbletots I. SESSION 1A: Jan 6-Feb 8 (5-weeks)* SESSION 1B: Feb 10-Mar 21 (6-weeks)117120-A Mo 10-10:50 a.m.117120-C Tu 9-9:50 a.m.117120-O Tu 11-11:50 a.m.117120-G Th 9-9:50 a.m.117120-S Th 11-11:50 a.m.SESSION 1: Jan 6-Mar 21 (11-weeks)117120-D Tu 4-4:50 p.m.117120-E We 4-4:50 p.m. 117120-H Th 4-4:50 p.m.117120-K Sa 10-10:50 a.m.117120-L Sa 11-11:50 a.m.

PRE-BEGINNER AGES 5-6½ . . . . . . . . Based on age, not ability. This class is to prepare your young gymnast for a “big boys and girls” class. Larger and/or no mats are used making the skill progressions more challenging. 117125-C Tu 4-4:55 p.m.117125-E We 4-4:55 p.m.117125-G Th 4-4:55 p.m.117125-J Fr 4-4:55 p.m. 117125-K Sa 10-10:55 a.m.117125-L Sa 11-11:55 a.m.

GYMNASTICS Carpenter Recreation Center 303-255-7800Susan Ludwig, Gymnastics Specialist [email protected] 720-977-5935

SESSION 1: Jan 6-Mar 21 (11-weeks) SESSION 1A: Jan 6-Feb 8 (5-weeks)* SESSIONS 1B: Feb 10-Mar 21 (6-weeks) Resident Registration: December 18 Nonresident Registration: December 19Fees • Tumbletots 1 and 2 Session 1: $63.25R/$77NR Session 1B: $34.50R/$42NR • Pre-Beginner, Beginner, Advanced- Beginner (girls and boys) $74.25R/$88NR • Intermediate/Pre-Team $99R/$118.25NR*If the pool construction schedule allows for this session to take place, registration information and fees will be available at www.thorntonparks.com no later than December 18, 2019.

SESSION 2: March 30-May 15 (7-weeks) No Saturday classes Resident Registration: March 18 Nonresident Registration: March 19Fees • Tumbletots 1 and 2 $40.25R/$49NR • Pre-Beginner/Beginner/Advanced- Beginner (girls and boys)/ Homeschool $47.25R/$56NR • Intermediate/Pre-Team $63R/$75.25NRPrivate Lessons see page 55.

GYMNASTICS ROOM RENTALDo you teach a cheerleading, karate or self-defense class but you need somewhere to practice safely? Rent our gymnastics room where you will have full use of our spring floor and soft landing mats. For more information, call Jenny Dowdell at 720-977-5934.

OPEN GYMNASTICSThis is free time to practice skills or just play on the equipment. Bring your neigh-bors and friends! You do NOT need to be enrolled in a gymnastics class to participate. Sign-up online, by phone or walk-in starting at 7 a.m. the day before. Space is limited and there are NO REFUNDS.

TUMBLING-N-TOTS Starting Feb 10. Ages 5 and under Mo and We, 11 a.m.-12 p.m.Parents are required to participate with their child. One adult per every three children is required. Please make other arrangements for children over the age of five.117190 Fees: $3R/$4NR

FUN LEARNING INDEPENDENT PRACTICE Ages 6 and up Sa, 4:45-6:45 p.m.No parents will be allowed on the gym floor.117195 Fees: $6R/$7NR

PARENT-TOT GYMNASTICS Based on age, not ability.• Parents required to participate• Only one adult per child allowed • Siblings not allowed to stay in gymnastics room during class. Please make alternate arrangements. (Infants allowed in papoose holders only).

SESSION 1A Jan 6-Feb 8 (5-weeks)* SESSION 1B: (6-weeks) February 10-March 21 $31.50R/$37.50NR

SESSION 2: (7-weeks) No Saturday classes March 30-May 15 $36.75R/$43.75NR

WEE ONES AGES WALKING-30 MONTHS30-minutes of structured activity and 15-minutes of free time. 117100-E We 9-9:45 a.m.117100-I Fr 9-9:45 a.m.

LITTLE EXPLORERS 24 MONTHS-3½ YEARS This class prepares your child to attend a gymnastics class on his or her own. It provides 40-minutes of structured activity and five minutes of free time. 117105-A Mo 5:05-5:50 p.m. 117105-C Tu 10-10:45 a.m.117105-E We 10-10:45 a.m.117105-G Th 10-10:45 a.m.117105-K Sa 9-9:45 a.m.

PARENT VIEWING WEEKSParents of will be allowed inside the gymnastics studio to observe their child’s class during the following weeks only.

Jan 6-11 / Feb 10-15 / Mar 2-7

FACILITY RENOVATIONRenovations in the pool area will

impact the gymnastics studio. Visit www.thorntonparks.com, watch

the lobby TV and Facebook for updates on program availability.

Morning classes will have a shorter session due to the construction in the pool area.Evening & weekend classes will not be

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GIRLS GYMNASTICS AGES 6-18BEGINNER117130-A Mo 4-5 p.m.117130-C Tu 5-6 p.m.117130-E We 5-6 p.m.117130-G Th 5-6 p.m.117130-I Fr 5-6 p.m.117130-K Sa 12-1 p.m.117130-L Sa 1-2 p.m.

ADVANCED BEGINNER 117140-A Mo 4-5 p.m.117140-C Tu 5-6 p.m. 117140-E We 5-6 p.m.117140-G Th 5-6 p.m.117140-I Fr 5-6 p.m.117140-K Sa 12-1 p.m.

BOYS GYMNASTICS AGES 6-18These classes teach progressive skills on vault, parallel bars, high bar, floor, rings and pommel horse. BEGINNER 117135-G Th 5-6 p.m.117135-K Sa 12-1 p.m.

ADVANCED BEGINNER 117145-C Tu 5-6 p.m.

SPECIALTY CLASSES Call Gymnastics Specialist, Susan Ludwig at 720-977-5935, for more information.

HOMESCHOOL AGES 5-12 This class is designed for kids who are homeschooled. It is an opportunity to learn some gymnastics skills and stay fit. This class is semi-structured. A minimum of five participants must be enrolled to run the class. 117175-I1B Feb 12-Mar 18 We 2:30-3:30 p.m. Fees: $40.50R/$48NR 117175-I2 Apr 1-May 13 We 2:30-3:30 p.m. Fees: $47.25R/$56NR

Register for two days per week in the same session for either of the classes below and receive a 10 percent discount at the time of registration.

INTERMEDIATE* Leotard REQUIRED.Gymnasts at this level should consider attending two times per week. 117150-A Mo 5:45-7:15 p.m.117150-G Th 5:30-7 p.m.117150-I Fr 5:30-7 p.m. 117150-K Sa 1-2:30 p.m.

PRE-TEAM* Leotard REQUIRED.This 1½-hour class concentrates on the skills necessary to compete with the CARA team. Pre-Team gymnasts are strongly encouraged to attend two times per week in preparation for team hours. 117160-A Mo 5:45-7:15 p.m. 117160-E We 5:30-7 p.m. 117160-I Fr 5:30-7 p.m.

TEAM GYMNASTICS Ages 7-18 The city of Thornton participates with the Colorado Association of Recreational Athletics (CARA) which offers a recreational based competitive gymnastics league. The training and skill development is a year-round program, and gymnasts will compete with others from around the state during the competitive season (May through July). Payments are due monthly and are based on two seasons: Competitive and Practice. LATE FEE: Fees need to be paid by the third of each month. A late fee of $15 will be assessed if your fees have not been paid by the fifth of the month.

Level Days Times Activity Number

Competition Season: May-Jul

Practice Season: Sep-Apr

Compulsory 3 Mo/We 6-8 p.m. 917180 $85R/$102NR $73R/$87NR

Compulsory 4 Mo/We 7-9 p.m. 917190 $85R/$102NR $73R/$87NR

Girls Optionals Tu/Th 6-9 p.m. 917195 $145R/$174NR $113R/$137NR

Boys Level O-1 Tu/Th 5-7 p.m. 917170 $85R/$102NR $73R/$87NR

Boys Level O-2 Tu/Th 6-8:30 p.m. 917175 $114R/$137NR $93R/$111NR

Boys Level O-3 Tu/Th 6-9 p.m. 917178 $145R/$174NR $113R/$137NR

PRIVATE LESSONS Private gymnastics lessons are available at the Recreation Center and are designed to address the specific needs of the gymnast. Sessions are one-on-one with the instructor. Private lesson day and times are arranged between the gymnast and the instructor. Participants of all ages and abilities are welcome.

REGULAR PRIVATE LESSONS (30-minute sessions)$20R/$23NR for 1 session$54R/$65NR for 3 sessions CHOREOGRAPHY PRIVATE LESSONS (90-minute session)$54R/$65NR for 1 sessionTEAM PRIVATE LESSONS (60-minute sessions)$40R/$48NR for 1 session$108R/$130NR for 3 sessions

CLASSES BASED ON ABILITY All gymnasts start in the Beginner level and must pass testing to advance to the next level. Session 1 participants will be tested in the tenth week of the session, March 9-14. Session 2 participants will be tested May 4-8.


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DANCE PROGRAMNEW! Trail Winds Recreation Center (TWRC) 13495 Holly St.

Thornton Community Center (TCC) 2211 Eppinger Blvd.

Carpenter Recreation Center (CRC) 11151 Colorado Blvd.

Kendra Keefe, Dance [email protected]

SESSION 1 January 6-February 15 $42R/$51NR 40-minute classes $48R/$60NR 55-minute classes

SESSION 2 (Including spring performance.) February 17-June 6 No classes March 23-28 , April 3-4 and May 25. $140R/162.50NR 40-minute classes$155R/$185NR 55-minute classes (Fee includes class and costume.)

ADULT AND MOVING & MUSIC See description for session dates and fees.

All Session 2 classes (excluding Adult and Moving and Music classes) will perform at Thorntonfest on Saturday, June 6 at the amphitheater located in Carpenter Park (weather permitting).

ONGOING REGISTRATION All classes in the dance program qualify for Ongoing Registration. This allows you to register for dance classes beginning on Tuesday, November 19 at 7 a.m.

MOVING & MUSIC AGES WALKING-2 This class will focus on basic motor skills and interacting with others in a casual play-like environment while introducing parents and tots to the fundamentals of dance. This class will prepare your child to attend a dance class by themselves. Parent participation is required. This class is offered in three 5-week sessions and does not participate in the Winter Recital. Fees: $30R/$36NR per sessionSession 1: January 6-February 8 Session 2: February 10-March 12 Session 3: March 30-April 30

WALKING - Age 2127500-G Th 10:15-10:45 a.m. TWRCAGES 2-3127505-C Tu 10:15-10:55 a.m. TWRC127505-E We 12-12:40 p.m. TWRC

PRESCHOOL COMBO LEVELS 1 &2 AGES 3-5An introduction to ballet, jazz, and tap designed for preschool ages without the assistance of their parents. Each class will focus on ballet and jazz for 20-minutes, as well as 15-minutes of tap, and five minutes of free time. All combo students should start at Level 1 and will progress to higher levels at the instructor’s discretion. Students will continue to learn proper technique and form while advancing to Level 2.LEVEL 1127510-A Mo 9:30-10:10 a.m. TWRC 127510-B Mo 5-5:40 p.m. TCC127510-C Tu 9:30-10:10 a.m. TWRC127510-D Tu 11:05-11:45 a.m. TCC127510-E We 9:30-10:10 a.m. TWRC 127510-F We 2:05-2:45 p.m. TCC 127510-G Th 9:30-10:10 a.m. TWRC 127510-H Th 3-3:40 p.m. TWRC127510-I Fr 11:15-11:55 a.m. TWRC 127510-J Fr 2:15-2:55 p.m. TWRC 127510-R Fr 3:30-4:10 p.m. CRC 127510-L Sa 9:30-10:10 a.m. TCC 127510-K Sa 11:45 a.m.-12:25 p.m. TWRC127510-T Sa 12-12:40 p.m. TCCLEVEL 2 127511-C Tu 5-5:40 p.m. TCC 127511-E We 10:15-10:55 a.m. TWRC127511-G Th 11:15-11:55 a.m. TWRC 127511-H Th 2:15-2:55 p.m. TWRC127511-S Th 4:15-4:55 p.m. TCC 127511-I Fr 12-12:40 p.m. TWRC 127511-J Fr 5:15-5:55 p.m. CRC127511-L Sa 11:15-11:55 a.m. TCC 127511-K Sa 1:30-2:10 p.m. TWRC

PRESCHOOL BALLET AGES 3-5 An introduction to ballet for preschool ages without the assistance of their parents. 127520-A Mo 10:15-10:55 a.m. TWRC 127520-C Tu 11:15-11:55 a.m. TWRC127520-D Tu 2:05-2:45 p.m. TCC127520-E We 11:15-11:55 a.m. TWRC 127520-H Th 11:05-11:45 a.m. TCC 127520-G Th 12-12:40 p.m. TWRC 127520-I Fr 9:30-10:10 a.m. TWRC127520-J Fr 2:30-3:10 p.m. CRC 127520-R Fr 3:30-4:10 p.m. TCC

CHEER/POM AGES 6-12A fun class geared-toward-learning the basics of cheerleading and poms such as cheers, stunts, kick lines and dancing. 127597-A Mo 3:50-4:45 p.m. CRC

DANCE COMBO LEVELS 1 & 2 AGES 5-17 A combo class studying ballet, jazz, and tap while focusing on correct technique and terminology. All combo students should start at level I and will progress to higher levels at the instructor’s discretion. Dancers will continue to improve their technique, dance form and terminology as they progress.

YOUTH AGES 5-7LEVEL 1 127530-A Mo 5:45-6:40 p.m. TCC127530-E We 3-3:55 p.m. TWRC 127530-I Fr 4:15-5:10 p.m. CRC127530-J Fr 6:30-7:25 p.m. TCC127530-K Sa 10:15-11:10 a.m. TCC 127530-L Sa 12:30-1:25 p.m. TWRC

LEVEL 2 127531-A Mo 3-3:55 p.m. TWRC127531-E We 4-4:55 p.m. TWRC127531-G Th 6:30-7:25 p.m. TCC 127531-I Fr 4:15-5:10 p.m. TWRC 127531-K Sa 2:15-3:10 p.m. TWRC

JUNIOR AGES 8-10127532-A Mo 2-2:55 p.m. TWRC127532-E We 5-5:55 p.m TCC

PRE-TEEN AGES 11-13127534-A Mo 12-12:55 p.m. TWRC127534-E We 6-6:55 p.m. TCC

TEEN AGES 14-17127535-A Mo 9:30-10:25 a.m TCC127535-C Tu 6:30-7:25 p.m. TCC


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LEARNING & LEAPING PRESCHOOL PAIRED CLASSES

(DANCE VARIETY & PRESCHOOL) SEE PAGE 63 FOR DETAILS

HIP-HOP AGES 3-17An age-appropriate funky hip-hop class introducing students to different elements of hip-hop, such as: breaking, popping, freezing, tricks and choreography. The Wee Ones class (ages 3-5) is taught without the assistance of parents. As the student progresses, they will engage in advancing their basic hip-hop skills as well as learn more complex movement and choreography. PRESCHOOL AGES 3-5127540-A Mo 11:15-11:55 a.m. TWRC 127540-C Tu 2:15-2:55 p.m. TWRC127540-F We 11:05-11:45 a.m. TCC127540-E We 2:15-2:55 p.m. TWRC 127440-G Th 2:05-2:45 p.m. TCC 127540-I Fr 10:15-10:55 a.m. TWRC127540-J Fr 3:30-4:10 p.m. TWRC127540-K Sa 2-2:40 p.m. CRC127540-L Sa 3:30-4:10 p.m. CRCYOUTH AGES 5-7 127544-C Tu 4:15-4:55 p.m. TWRC 127544-D Tu 5:45-6:25 p.m. TCC 127544-E We 3:20-4 p.m. CRC127544-I Fr 5:45-6:25 p.m. TCC127544-J Fr 6-6:40 p.m. CRC 127544-K Sa 2:45-3:25 p.m. CRCJUNIOR AGES 8-10127546-E We 4:15-4:55 p.m. TCC127546-K Sa 4:15-4:55 p.m. CRCPRE-TEEN AGES 11-13127547-E We 7-7:40 p.m. TCC 127547-I Fr 6:45-7:25 p.m. CRCTEEN AGES 14-17127548-A Mo 10:30-11:10 a.m. TCC127548-G Th 5-5:40 p.m. TCC

BALLET AGES 5-17Ballet classes will focus on learning proper technique and terminology with an emphasis on the correct placement of the arms, legs, and body while dancing. Classes will include barre work, centre work and movement across the floor. 127550-A 5-7 Mo 4:15-4:55 p.m. TCC127550-C 5-7 Tu 3:30-4:10 p.m. TWRC 127555-G 8-10 Th 3:45-4:25 p.m. TWRC127555-C 8-10 Tu 4:15-4:55 p.m. TCC127557-A 11-17 Mo 6:45-7:40 p.m. TCC

LYRICAL JAZZ AGES 5-17Students will learn jazz and contemporary ballet styles while engaging in proper technique and complex footwork. Class will include centre work, across the floor combinations and fun choreography. All levels of dancers are welcome. 127580-A 5-7 Mo 1-1:40 p.m. TCC127580-E 5-7 We 2-2:40 p.m. CRC 127585-A 8-10 Mo 12:15-12:55 p.m. TCC127585-E 8-10 We 2:40-3:20 p.m. CRC 127585-G 8-10 Th 5:45-6:25 p.m. TCC 127586-G 11-17 Th 7:30-8:10 p.m. TCC 127586-K 11-17 Sa 3:15-3:55 p.m. TWRC

PRIVATE LESSONS ALL AGESWe offer solo, duet or trio classes with the opportunity to perform at the Winter Dance Recital in December. We also offer private lessons for those students who are looking for an extra challenge, a little bit of extra help or who are preparing for a special event.Fees: $24R/$28NR per 30-minute session $66R/$78NR three 30-minute sessions Pricing is for a maximum of five participants.Contact Kendra Keefe at 720-977-5937 for information or to register.

CITY OF THORNTON DANCE TEAMSAnnual tryouts are held in the fall. Our dance teams perform ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, hip-hop and urban jazz throughout the Denver metro area all year long. Team dancers have the opportunity to compete in at least one competition and attend one convention per year. Keep an eye out for out teams at the Thornton festivals. Audition information for the 2020-21 season will be available in late July, 2020. For information on having our teams perform for your special event, contact Kendra Keefe at 720-977-5937.

ONGOING REGISTRATIONYou may register for classes

in this section beginning on Tuesday, November 19 at 7 a.m.

ADULT TAP AGES 16+ Have you always wanted to tap dance? Come get a great workout in while learning how to tap dance in a non-judgemental and fun atmosphere. Tap shoes required. Fees: $35R/$42.50NRSESSION 1: January 7-February 4 SESSION 2: February 11-March 10 SESSION 3: March 31-April 28 SESSION 4: May 5-June 2127593-C Tu 8:45-9:25 a.m. TWRC

Coming Soon!

Ballroom & Break Dance Classes! Contact Kendra at 720-977-5937 or [email protected] for more information regarding our upcoming classes!

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ADULT GROUP RACQUETBALL LESSONS AGES 16+ This beginner class is a great way to learn the fundamentals of the game in a small group setting (max. four students per class.) Classes meet once a week for four weeks. Instructor: Andrew Rodriguez Location: Carpenter Recreation Center Fees: $28R/$34NR117310-A1 Th Jan 9-30 7:30-8:30 p.m. 117310-A2 Th Feb 6-27 7:30-8:30 p.m. 117310-A3 Th Mar 5-26 7:30-8:30 p.m. 117310-A4 Th Apr 2-23 7:30-8:30 p.m.

PRIVATE RACQUETBALL LESSONS AGES 5+ One-on-one instruction is available on an instructor/court-available basis for students of all ages and skill levels. Forms are available at the front desk, or call 303-255-7800 for more information. Location: Carpenter Recreation Center Fees: $25/60-min. session, $60/three sessionsSemi-private Fees: (2-3 people): $30 per 60-minute session, $75 for three sessions

DROP-IN RACQUETBALL CHALLENGE COURTS AGES 16+ Three courts are reserved on Wednesday nights, 7-10 p.m. and Saturday mornings, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., for drop-in singles and doubles challenge play. Winners stay on for a maximum of three games. Sign-up list is first-come, first-served starting at 6:45 p.m. on Wednesdays and 8:45 a.m. on Saturdays. Participants pay appropriate drop-in fee.

JUNIOR GROUP RACQUETBALL LESSONS AGES 8-15 Students are taught the fundamentals of this exciting, fast-paced sport which focuses on getting a great workout while having a fun time! Instructor: Mitch Dean Location: Carpenter Recreation CenterFees: $28R/$34NR

117320-A1 Th Jan 9-30 5:30-6:30 p.m.117320-A2 Th Feb 6-27 5:30-6:30 p.m.117320-A3 Th Mar 5-26 5:30-6:30 p.m.117320-A4 Th Apr 2-23 5:30-6:30 p.m.

117320-B1 Th Jan 9-30 6:30-7:30 p.m. 117320-B2 Th Feb 6-27 6:30-7:30 p.m. 117320-B3 Th Mar 5-26 6:30-7:30 p.m. 117320-B4 Th Apr 2-23 6:30-7:30 p.m.

ADULT BASKETBALL LEAGUES AGES 16+Registration begins December 4, 2019 for leagues starting January 13, 2020. Team fee includes eight league games and a single elimination tournament for the top four teams in each league. Awards are given for both league and tournament champions. There are no player’s fees. Location: Thornton Community Center Dates: Jan 15-Mar 30Fees: $500 (until 12/30)/$525 (after 12/30) 127610-A1 We Adult D-Rec 7-10 p.m.

TAEKWON-DO AGES 8+This class is a great way to instill self-confidence. Students are taught the five tenets of courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control and indomitable spirit. Instructors are class “B” & “C” certified through the International and United States Taekwon-Do Federation. Lead Instructor: Dan Fitch Location: Thornton Community Center Days: Tu/Th, 7-8:30 p.m.127400-A1 Jan 2-30 $31.50R/$36NR 127400-A2 Feb 4-27 $28R/$32NR 127400-A3 Mar 3-31 $31.50R/$36NR127400-A4 Apr 2-30 $31.50R/$36NR

ADULT & YOUTH SPORTS

OUTSIDE YOUTH SPORTS ORGANIZATIONSThe city of Thornton supports a variety of youth athletic programs in cooperation with community-based service organizations. Below is a list of sports offered within the community, the organization, phone number and email address.

THORNTON BASEBALL ASSOCIATION thorntonbaseball.com NORTHERN LIGHTS LITTLE LEAGUE 303-503-7428 or eteamz.com/northernlightslittleleague NORTH THORNTON BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL ASSOCIATION 720-263-6387 or nlbsa.us YMCA BASEBALL, BASKETBALL, SOCCER, FLAG FOOTBALL, VOLLEYBALL Ali Roberts, 303-452-9622 or denverymca.org THORNTON YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE 720-690-9949 THORNTON BOXING CLUB Lou Silva, 303-505-5418 THORNTON JUNIOR FOOTBALL & CHEERLEADING 303-648-5186 or tjfl.org NORTH METRO JUNIOR FOOTBALL, INC. 303-210-5428 or northmetrofootball.netNORTH DENVER RUSH SOCCER 303-815-9387 or northdenverrush.com COLORADO RAPIDS NORTH YOUTH SOCCER CLUB 720-929-8159

OUTSIDE ADULT SPORTS ORGANIZATIONTHORNTON TENNIS ASSOCIATION 303-949-1547 or thorntontennis.org ONGOING REGISTRATION

Please see page 72 for information regarding our Ongoing Registration.

ICY BLAST RACQUETBALL TOURNAMENT AGES 10+Join us for the annual Icy Blast Racquetball Tournament to be held January 17-19 at Carpenter Recreation Center. Men’s and Women’s A,B,C and D singles divisions will be offered as well as Men’s and Coed doubles. Refreshments and snacks served throughout the weekend. Please contact [email protected] for more information. Deadline to register is January 13. Register online at webtrac.thorntonparks.com.Singles $30Doubles $30 (per person)Get $10 off if you register for two doubles divisions or a single and doubles division!


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CITY OF THORNTON YOUTH SPORTS PROGRAMSThe city of Thornton coordinates a variety of youth athletic programs. Below is a list of the sports offered, contact person and general information.

To find us online please visit: www.thorntonparks.com.

• THORNTON GYMNASTICS (pages 54-55) Jenny Dowdell, 720-977-5934 or Susan Ludwig, 720-977-5935 Instructional (ages walking-18) and team (ages 7-18) programs offered year-round to boys and girls.

• THORNTON DANCE (pages 56-57) Kendra Keefe, 720-977-5937

• THORNTON GIRLS SOFTBALL (ages 4-17, May-July) Mike Coulter, 720-977-5914

• CARA SWIM TEAM (ages 8-18, Year Round) Renee Dodson, 720-977-5917

• CARA TENNIS (ages 8-18, June-July) Mike Coulter, 720-977-5914

• CARA TRACK (ages 5-16, June-July) Mike Coulter, 720-977-5914

GIRLS SOFTBALL LEAGUES AGES 4-17 Come join the fun this summer and be a part of the city of Thornton Girls Softball Leagues! Registration for girls softball will be March 1-April 17. Registration for Girls Softball Leagues may be done online or at the Carpenter Recreation Center and Thornton Community Center. Fee includes a t-shirt, minimum of nine games and a pool party. Practices start the week of April 27 and games will be May 18-July 24. Volunteer coaches are needed. If you have interested in participating in adaptive and inclusive softball, please email [email protected] or call 720-977-5914. Practices are held twice a week (once a week for tee ball and coach pitch) after 5 p.m. on weekdays at various locations. Games are held at Riverwalk Ballfields, Monday-Friday. Apr 27-Jul 31Fees: $85R/$102NR (*$45R/$54NR) AFTER APRIL 10, FEES WILL INCREASE $10.Based on age on June 1, 2020. 207220-A* 1-9 Ages 4-5 (Tee Ball) 207223-D 1-9 Ages 10-11207221-B* 1-9 Ages 6-7 (Coach Pitch) 207224-E 1-9 Ages 12-13207222-C 1-9 Ages 8-9 207225-F 1-9 Ages 14-17For more information please visit: www.quickscores.com/thornton.

55+ OPEN GYM VOLLEYBALL Open gym volleyball is held at the Thornton Community Center, 2211 Eppinger Blvd. Free!Tu 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Drop-in

BALLFIELDS & BATTING CAGES ANNUAL CALENDARMarch 15-May 31 Mo-Fr . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9 p .m .

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KID CAMPS (Ages 2½-10)Please call Sharon Juel at 720-977-5942 with questions about placing siblings together.

All forms must be completed in their entirety and returned at least one week prior to the start of camp. Children must be potty-trained.During the summer months all city of Thornton Kid Camps are held at the Carpenter Recreation Center. Preschool classes will resume at the Thornton Community Center and Trail Winds Recreation Center in the fall. Please see page 63 for available classes.

Location: Carpenter Recreation Center Preschool Room, 11151 Colorado Blvd.

PRESCHOOL KID CAMP (Ages 2½-6)This camp is geared-toward-children between the ages of 2½-6 years old. Children will practice letters and letter sounds, sight-words, numbers, colors and shapes in addition to center play and doing projects, fitness and outside play. This is the perfect camp for children to get used to preschool or continue their school year. Please send a healthy snack for your child. Children must be potty-trained.

213200-A Mo-Fr 8:30-11:30 a.m. CRC213200-B Mo/We/Fr 8:30-11:30 a.m. CRC213200-C Tu/Th 8:30-11:30 a.m. CRC

SCHOOL-AGE KID CAMP (Ages 5-10)Send your school-age child to enjoy crafts, cooking projects, fitness, games and outdoor fun. Please send a healthy snack for your child.

213300-A Mo-Fr 12-3 p.m. CRC213300-B Mo/We/Fr 12-3 p.m. CRC213300-C Tu/Th 12-3 p.m. CRC

SESSION 1: June 1-19 (3-weeks)Mo-Fr $180R/$216NR Mo/We/Fr $108R/$130NR Tu/Th $72R/$86NR

SESSION 2: June 22-July 17 (4-weeks)Mo-Fr $240R/$288NR Mo/We/Fr $144R/$173NR Tu/Th $96R/$115NR

SESSION 3: July 20-August 7 (3-weeks)Mo-Fr $180R/$216NR Mo/We/Fr $108R/$130NR Tu/Th $72R/$86NR

2020 CITY OF THORNTON SUMMER CAMPS Registration begins February 2020!City of Thornton offers both full-day camps for ages 5-13 and partial-day camps for ages 2½-10. All camps provide a safe fun-filled summer of activities. All camps are state-licensed programs. Completed registration packets, including up-to-date physical and immunization records from the child’s physician, are required before any child can attend camp and they must meet age requirements and be potty-trained. For additional information, parent handbook and enrollment forms please visit gocot.net/kidcamp.

For inquiries on available openings, please call our Registration Office at 720-977-5901.

THORNTON RESIDENT REGISTRATION BEGINS: Wednesday, February 5, 8 a.m. • Full-Day (Paid-in-Full and Deposit Programs) • Partial-Day Programs

If you wish to register for Option 3 in full-day camp, registration for this choice will begin Thursday, February 7 at 8 a. m.

NONRESIDENT & FULL-DAY SESSIONS REGISTRATION BEGINS: Thursday, February 6, 8 a.m. • Full-Day (Paid-in-Full and Deposit Programs) • Partial-Day Programs • Full-Day Sessions (Residents and Nonresidents)

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SPRING BREAK CAMP AGES 5-13Join us for a fun-filled spring break that will include crafts, games, sports, cooking projects and outdoor play! This is a school-age program, so all children must be enrolled in kindergarten or higher. All five- and six-year olds will be asked to provide a copy of their school report card.

Registration forms must be completed in their entirety and returned by Friday, February 28. Fees: $250R/$300NR

123000-A Mo-Fr Mar 23-27 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m.

Registration begins Wednesday, December 11, for Thornton residents and Thursday, December 12 for nonresidents.

ADVENTURE CLUB (Ages 5-10)Give your kids, ages 5-10 a fun-filled summer at Adventure Club! They will have fun going on field trips, playing games, participating in sports and doing arts and crafts. This is a school-age program. There-fore, all children must have at least attended kindergarten. All 5-and 6-year-olds will be asked to provide a copy of their school report card. Must be on site by 9 a.m. and stay until 4 p.m. to attend field trips.Location: Thornton Community Center, 2211 Eppinger Blvd. No refunds will be given after 5 p.m. Friday, May 1, 2020.

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OPTION 1: Save 10 percent by enrolling for the entire summer only. $1,442R/$1,731NR May 28-July 31

OPTION 2: Need care for the entire summer (May 28-July 31) but cannot afford to pay all at once? Then, the deposit program is for you. Save a spot for your child for the entire summer and spread out your payments. A $100 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve a spot for the entire summer (will be applied toward your final payment.)

$100 non-refundable deposit (Will be applied toward your final payment)

$550R/$660NR 1/3 payment Mar 2

$550R/$660NR 1/3 payment Apr 1

$450R/$560NR 1/3 payment May 1 ($100 deposit applied)

If you are registering after a payment due date, all previous and current payments are due at the time of registration.

OPTION 3: If you do not need care for the entire summer, Option 3 is for you. We do not hold spots from one session to the next. At the time of registration, please be prepared to pay for all of your child care needs for the summer.

220205-C1 Mo-Fr May 28-Jun 19 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m. $623R/$747NR220205-C2 Mo-Fr Jun 22-Jul 10 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m. $550R/$660NR220205-C3 Mo-Fr Jul 13-31 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m. $550R/$660NR

To obtain a username and password to register online, call our registration line at 720-977-5901 at least 48-hours prior to registration.

MY ESCAPE (Ages 11-13)Youth and Teens, ages 11-13 hang out, make new friends and have a fun-filled summer! We will play games, participate in sports activities and go on field trips. Must be on site by 9 a.m. and stay until 4 p.m. to attend field trips.Location: Thornton Community Center, 2211 Eppinger Blvd. No refunds will be given after 5 p.m. Friday, May 1, 2020.

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OPTION 1: Save 10 percent by enrolling for the entire summer only. $1,597R/$1,916NR May 28-July 31

OPTION 2: Need care for the entire summer (May 28-July 31) but cannot afford to pay all at once? Then, the deposit program is for you. Save a spot for your child for the entire summer and spread out your payments. A $100 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve a spot for the entire summer (will be applied toward your final payment.)

$100 non-refundable deposit (Will be applied toward your final payment)

$592R/$710NR 1/3 payment due Mar 2

$592R/$710NR 1/3 payment due Apr 1

$492R/$610NR 1/3 payment due May 1 ($100 deposit applied)

If you are registering after a due date, all previous and current payments are due at the time of registration.

OPTION 3: If you do not need care for the entire summer, Option 3 is for you. We do not hold spots from one session to the next. At the time of registration, please be prepared to pay for all of your child care needs for the summer.

220305-C1 Mo-Fr May 28-Jun 19 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m. $671R/$805NR220305-C2 Mo-Fr Jun 22-Jul 10 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m. $592R/$710NR220305-C3 Mo-Fr Jul 13-31 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m. $592R/$710NR

To obtain a username and password to register online, call our registration line at 720-977-5901 at least 48-hours prior to registration.

FULL-DAY CAMP MONDAY-FRIDAY • 6:30 A.M.-6 P.M.All registration forms must be completed in their entirety and returned by Friday, April 24.


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EARLY PRESCHOOL AGES 3-4This is a stepping-stone for the Kinder Readiness class designed for the child who misses the kindergarten cut-off and will attend another preschool class next year. Social skills through play are emphasized. The routine of the classroom, shapes, colors, numbers and alphabet will be introduced. The class will also introduce sight words, letter sounds, sentence structure, projects and activities aligned with the ELDG.Five-Day Option: $298R/$356NR monthly913160-C Mo-Fr 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Three-Day Option: $179R/$215NR monthly913160-E Mo/We/Fr 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Two-Day Option: $119R/$143NR monthly913160-F Tu/Th 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

KINDER READINESS AGES 4-5This class is designed for children who are entering kindergarten next year. In addition to classroom routine and social skills through play, it goes into depth with sight words, letter sounds and sentence structure, skills practice (like cutting and gluing), and projects and activities aligned with the ELDG. Must be 4-years old by October 1, 2019.

Five-Day Option: $298R/$356NR monthly 913360-C Mo-Fr 8:30-11 a.m. Three-Day Option: $179R/$215NR monthly 913360-E Mo/We/Fr 8:30-11 a.m. Two-Day Option: $119R/$143NR monthly 913360-F Tu/Th 8:30-11 a.m.

TRAIL WINDS RECREATION CENTER CLASSES Preschool classes begin at Trail Winds Recreation Center on January 6. Registration began October 1. Interested preschool parents can contact the registration desk at 720-977-5901 for openings or Sharon Juel, Preschool Director, at 720-977-5942 with questions.

CITY OF THORNTON YEAR-ROUND PRESCHOOL PROGRAMOur Preschool Program is rated 4-Diamonds through the Colorado Shines Quality Rating and Improvement System (QRIS). For more information visit http://coloradoshines.force.com.

Our curriculum is aligned with the Colorado Early Learning and Development Guidelines (ELDG). These guidelines include indicators for the children to practice in physical development, literacy, logic and reasoning, mathematics, science, social studies, creative arts expression, and approaches to learning. Further information on the ELDG can be found at http://earlylearningco.org.

For more information on our preschool program, please contact Sharon Juel, Preschool Director, at 720-977-5942 or [email protected].

Completed registration packets, including up-to-date physicals and immunization records from the child’s physician, are required before your child can start classes. ALL CHILDREN MUST MEET AGE REQUIREMENT AND BE POTTY-TRAINED BEFORE THE FIRST DAY OF THE SESSION. For additional information, parent handbook or enrollment forms please visit ThorntonCO.gov/preschool.

PRESCHOOL PROGRAM

PRESCHOOLCarpenter Recreation Center (CRC) 11151 Colorado Blvd. • 303-255-7800Thornton Community Center (TCC) 2211 Eppinger Blvd. • 303-255-7830Trail Winds Recreation Center (TWRC)13495 Holly St. • 720-977-5700All classes are based on social, emotional, and cognitive development with a focus on skills, routines, procedures and education. The curriculum is aligned with the Colorado Early Learning and Development Guidelines (ELDG), http://earlylearningco.org. Children practice letters and sounds, sight words, shapes, colors and numbers to prepare for kindergarten.

2019-20 SCHOOL YEAR SEPTEMBER 9, 2019- MAY 15, 2020 The city of Thornton Preschool program is a continuous program. Registration for the preschool year began in March. Please call 720-977-5942 or email [email protected] for openings.

2020-21 SCHOOL YEAR REGISTRATION INFORMATION* Request forms available: March 2, 20201) Download a request form at ThorntonCO.gov/preschool or pick up at either recreation facility or the community center. 2) Return completed form by email to [email protected] or drop-off at the facilities.May 1: Placement letters emailed June 1: $45 non-refundable registration fee due August 3: May 2021 non-refundable tuition deposit and completed paperwork (including physical and immunization forms from the child’s physician) are due. September 3-April 3: third of every month, monthly tuition is due. *Schedule subject to change.

Families enrolling during the school-year are responsible for paying the non-refundable $45 registration fee, non-refundable May 2020 tuition deposit and the prorated tuition for the month they enroll. This is due at the time of registration. Contact Sharon Juel at 720-977-5942 with questions.

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EARLY PRESCHOOL AGES 3-4This is a stepping-stone for the Kinder Readiness class designed for the child who misses the kindergarten cut-off and will attend another preschool class next year. Social skills through play are emphasized. The routine of the classroom, shapes, colors, numbers and alphabet will be introduced. The class will also introduce sight words, letter sounds, sentence structure, projects and activities aligned with the ELDG.Five-Day Option: $298R/$356NR monthly913150-C Mo-Fr 8:30-11 a.m. Three-Day Option: $179R/$215NR monthly913150-E Mo/We/Fr 8:30-11 a.m. Two-Day Option: $119R/$143NR monthly913150-F Tu/Th 8:30-11 a.m.


Five-Day Option: $298R/$356NR monthly 913350-C Mo-Fr 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Three-Day Option: $179R/$215NR monthly 913350-E Mo/We/Fr 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Two-Day Option: $119R/$143NR monthly 913350-F Tu/Th 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m.

THORNTON COMMUNITY CENTER CLASSES

CARPENTER RECREATION CENTER CLASSES

LEARNING & LEAPING PAIRED CLASSES AGES 3-6PRESCHOOL & DANCE (TCC) JANUARY 8-MAY 27Interested in having more time to accomplish personal tasks, while expanding your child’s knowledge base? Enroll your child in both preschool and dance and our staff will walk the children between classes and you will receive a $10 tuition discount!

123500-E STEAM and Preschool & 127513-E Dance Variety Wednesdays, 2:05-3:25 p.m. $305R/$363.50NR You may also enroll in the above mentioned classes individually:DELIGHTFUL DISCOVERIES Projects, activities and exploration of a unique topic in each session. Jan 8-May 27 • 2:05-2:45 p.m. Fees: $133R/$160NR 123500-E We STEAM

DANCE VARIETY EXPLORATIONStudents will explore creative movement, ballet, jazz, tap, hip hop and lyrical. Includes costume and participation in the Thorntonfest performance in June. See pages 56-57 for more information on our dance classes.Jan 8-Jun 6 • 2:45-3:25 p.m. Fees: $182R/$213.50NR 127513-E We

BEGINNER PRESCHOOL AGES 3-3½This class is for the child with little or no preschool experience. Social skills through play are emphasized. The routine of the classroom, shapes, colors, numbers and alphabet will be introduced along with projects and activities aligned with the ELDG.

Two-Day Option: $89R/$107NR monthly 913100-A Tu/Th 8:30-10 a.m.

LITTLE LEARNERS AGES 3½-4This class is a stepping-stone for the Kinder Readiness class designed for the child who misses the kindergarten cut-off and will attend another preschool class next year. In addition to classroom routine and social skills through play, it goes into more depth with sight words, letter sounds, sentence structure, projects and activities aligned with the ELDG.

Two-Day Option: $112R/$134NR monthly913200-A Tu/Th 12:45-2:45 p.m.


Two-Day Option: $112R/$134NR monthly913330-D Tu/Th 10:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. (2-hr.)

Three-Day Options: $225R/$270NR monthly913330-A Mo/We/Fr 8:30-11:30 a.m. (3-hr.)

913330-B Mo/We/Fr 12-3 p.m. (3-hr.)

DELIGHTFUL DISCOVERIES* AGES WALKING-3½Parents and toddlers interact with a different content area each week. Examples include homemade snacks, STEM, music, dance and movement and more. Maximum of two children per adult. Does not require registration paperwork.113500-B Tu 2:30-3:30 p.m. 113500-D Th 2:30-3:30 p.m. $20R/$24NR 4-week session (Jan 7-30, Feb 4-27, Mar 31-Apr 23) $15R/$18NR 3-week session (Mar 3-19, Apr 28-May 14)

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