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    City of Los AltosRecreation Department

    SPRING 11

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    Spring Plant ExchangeSaturday, April 30 10am-12pm

    Hillview Community Center Parking Lot(near the Bus Barn Theatre Box Ofce)

    Bring your labeled plants to exchange. Rain or shine!

    SPECIAL EVENTSSpecial EventsAt-A-Glance

    Adult BasketballSpring LeagueBegins week o March 14Blach Middle School Gym

    Manager packets available atlosaltosrecreation.orgor at the Recreation Ofce

    Ino? 947-2727

    Egg HuntApril 23

    Activities: 9-11:30amHunt: 10am sharp!Hillview Soccer Field

    Ino? 947-2790

    Spring PlantExchangeApril 3010am-12pmHillview Parking Lot(near Bus Barn Theatre Box Ofce)

    Ino? 947-2790ActerrasRedwood GroveSpring Work DaysMarch 26April 9, 23May 149:30am-12:30pmRedwood GroveNature Preserve

    Ino/registration: acterra.org

    Special EventQuestions/Ideas?

    Have questions aboutcurrent special events?Have a great idea or a uturespecial event? Email us at:[email protected]

    Adult BasketballSpring League

    Saturday,April

    Begins week of March 14Mondays 30+ yrs Wednesdays 25+ yrs

    Blach Middle School Gym

    Game times: 7:30, 8:20 and 9:10pm $675 per team

    Managers packets available at

    www.losaltosrecreation.org or in the Recreation Ofce

    Call 947-2727 for more details!

    EggHunt

    Activities

    9-11:30am

    Egg Hunt at10am sharp!

    Hillview Soccer Field,

    97 Hillview Avenue

    Egg Hunt for participants

    walking to 10 years

    We hunt rain or shine!

    Call 947-2790

    for additional info.

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    TINY TOT Programs

    Preschool and Kinder Prep

    Programs Offered:

    For more information visit, losaltosrecreation.org orcall (650) 949-2203 to schedule your tour today!

    Terrifc 3s 9:30am - 12noon, Tuesday and ThursdayFabulous 4s 9:30am - 12noon, Monday, Wednesday, Friday

    Kinder Prep 8:45 - 11:45am, Monday - Friday

    Now Enrolling2011-2012 School Year

    Tiny Tot Programs

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    TABLEOFCON

    TENTS

    WELCOME

    Look Inside For.Section Beginnin

    SPECIAL EVENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside Front

    TINY TOT PROGRAMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

    CAMP SHOUP & CAMP jelly bean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

    REDWOOD GROVE Summer Camps . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

    SUMMER CAMPS Contd!

    Academic Fun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

    Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

    Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

    Dance & Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

    Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

    YOUTH CLASSES

    Academic Fun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

    Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

    Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

    Dance & Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

    Martial Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

    Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

    Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

    ADULT CLASSES

    Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

    Dance & Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

    Martial Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

    Special Interest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

    Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .REDWOOD GROVE PROGRAMS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

    BIRTHDAY PARTIES, CELEBRATIONS & EVENTS . . . . . .

    SERVICES & ORGANIZATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

    YOUTH THEATRE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

    HISTORY MUSEUM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

    LIBRARY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

    SENIOR CENTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

    TEEN PROGRAMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

    REGISTRATION INFO AND FORM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

    MAP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

    FACILITY & PARK RENTALS . . . . . . . . . . . . Inside Back

    Unless otherwise stated, all telephone numbers

    herein are area code (650).

    Los Altos Recreation Department97 Hillview Avenue

    Los Altos, Caliornia 94022Tel: 947-2790 Fax: 947-2738losaltosrecreation.org

    Ofce hours: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

    Become a an oLos Altos Recreation @losaltosrec

    Recreation DepartmentMission Statement

    The Los Altos Recreation Department strivesto enrich community members throughactive participation in lie-long learning,

    health & wellness, communityinvolvement and recreational activities.

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    CAMP SHOUP & CAMP jelly beanCAMP SHOUPHarken back to summer camp rom yester-

    earhanging out with your best riends

    nd your riendly camp counselors: camp

    was un-lled with games, everyones avorite

    amp songs, and arts and crats. Fast orward

    o today: WELCOME TO CAMP SHOUP! This

    amp has new takes on the old avorites

    Rock/Paper/Scissors Tag, Baseless Baseball

    nd Duck, Duck, Sponge!) and the songs

    have a newer twist (The Noble Duke o York,

    Do Your Ears Hang Low?, the Moose Song).

    Themed days, along with arts and crats,

    ound out this un, social, traditional day

    amp program!

    Required: 1. Parents must ll out a City oos Altos Medical Release orms prior to thetart o camp. Please go toosaltosrecreation.org to download a orm.Please send a completed orm [email protected] or ax orm to

    947-2738. 2. All campers need to bring abag lunch, water bottle, and sunscreen. 3.Full day campers please also bring a snack.

    Full DayShoup Park LA Recreation Sta

    11301-01 6-12yrsM-F 6/20-6/24 9am-4pm11301-02 6-12yrs

    M-F 8/8-8/12 9am-4pmResidents $262 All Others $280

    Half DayShoup Park LA Recreation Sta

    11301-03 6-12yrsM-F 6/20-6/24 9am-1pm11301-04 6-12yrs

    M-F 6/27-7/1 9am-1pm11301-05 6-12yrs

    M-F 7/11-7/15 9am-1pm11301-06 6-12yrs

    M-F 7/18-7/22 9am-1pm11301-07 6-12yrs

    M-F 7/25-7/29 9am-1pm11301-08 6-12yrs

    M-F 8/1-8/5 9am-1pm11301-09 6-12yrs

    M-F 8/8-8/12 9am-1pm11301-10 6-12yrs

    M-F 8/15-8/19 9am-1pmResidents $150 All Others $168

    EARLY BIRDBEFORE CAMP CARE:3.5-12 yrs

    Available or Camp Shoup, Redwood Grove

    Explorers and Adventures participants. All

    campers will meet at the UndergroundTeen Center at Shoup Park. Campers will

    participate in simple activities such as puzzles,

    coloring and board games beore being

    walked to camp programs by camp leaders.

    Participants should bring items rom home

    that they will need or their camp that day.

    Underground Teen Center

    LA Recreation Sta

    111304-01 3.5-12yrsM-F 6/20-6/24 7:30am-9am111304-02 3.5-12yrsM-F 6/27-7/1 7:30am-9am

    111304-03 3.5-12yrsTu-F 7/5-7/8* 7:30am-9am**Special holiday pricing below!111304-04 3.5-12yrsM-F 7/11-7/15 7:30am-9am111304-05 3.5-12yrsM-F 7/18-7/22 7:30am-9am111304-06 3.5-12yrsM-F 7/25-7/29 7:30am-9am111304-07 3.5-12yrsM-F 8/1-8/5 7:30am-9am111304-08 3.5-12yrsM-F 8/8-8/12 7:30am-9amResidents $62 All Others $80*No camp 7/4

    **Special pricing or this holiday week only:Residents $52 All Others $70

    CAMP jelly bean

    TEDDY BEARS PICNICChildhood avorites, teddy bears provide

    riendship, companionship and comort.

    Well learn about real bears rom pandas to

    polar bears, listen to teddy stories and mateddy bear crats including our own T-shirt

    The week culminates with a Teddy Bear

    Picnic on Friday!

    Hillview Rm 14 LA Recreation St

    161302-01 4-6M-F 6/20-6/24 9am-12Residents $201 All Others $2

    THE FARMER IN THE DELLFarms are busy places and we have

    much to learn about arm animals, the oo

    they provide, arm crops and all the arme

    chores. Well plant seeds, sing songs and

    meet some real-live arm animals! Who kneit was so much un? Join us down on the

    arm!

    Hillview Rm 14 LA Recreation St

    161302-02 4-6M-F 6/27-7/1 9am-12Residents $201 All Others $2

    WATER, WATER EVERWHERE!Water is lie! Well explore all its varied

    orms including rain, snow, ice, og and

    clouds. Well meet creatures o the deep b

    sea and get a little wet! Friday we celebrat

    the tropics with a Hawaiian Luau!

    Hillview Rm 14 LA Recreation St

    161302-03 4-6Tu-F 7/5-7/8 9am-12No camp 7/4Residents $161 All Others $

    UNDER THE BIGTOPWhen the circus comes to town, big

    un is had by all! Well learn how the circus

    travels rom town-to-town, make our own

    Top, dramatize circus acts, learn about circ

    animals, make jumbo clowns and plan our

    very own circus! Friday eatures a mini-circ

    or us to showcase our new talents, paint oaces and booths or spending our circus

    tickets! (Parents are encouraged to attend

    the Friday circus & participate in the booth

    Hillview Rm 14 LA Recreation St

    161302-04 4-6M-F 7/11-7/15 9am-12Residents $201 All Others $2

    DISCOUNT, ANYONE????

    Check page 2 to see i you are eligible

    or a 10% discount o the total ee or

    all Camp Shoup, Camp jelly bean and

    Redwood Grove Camps!

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    SUMMERCam

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    REDWOOD GROVE Summer Camp

    Adventurers Day Camp5-6 yrsExperience Redwood Grove throug

    on activities, arts and crats, and cr

    Campers develop observation skills

    introduction to basic environment

    stewardship concepts. Each week

    a Youth Science Institute presentat

    animal visit rom Wildlie Associate

    Redwood Grove Nature Preser

    LA Recreation Sta

    111402-01

    M-F 6/20-6/24

    111402-02

    M-F 6/27-7/1

    111402-03

    Tu-F 7/5-7/8*

    **Special holiday pricing below!111402-04

    M-F 7/11-7/15 111402-05

    M-F 7/18-7/22 111402-06

    M-F 7/25-7/29

    111402-07 M-F 8/1-8/5 111402-08

    M-F 8/8-8/12

    Residents $193 All O*No camp 7/4**Special pricing or this holiday w

    Residents $165 All O

    Pre-School ExplorersDay Camp:3.5-4 yrsExplore the outdoors through games, story-

    telling, crats, hikes, and creative play while

    engaging all ve senses. Each week Explorers

    will experience wild animal presentations

    rom Wildlie Associates or Youth Science

    Institute. Each day's activities are theme-

    based to enorce a specic concept to explorethe wonders o nature with all their senses,

    participate in games, story telling, crats, and

    play. All campers must be potty trained in

    order to attend camp.

    Redwood Grove Nature Preserve

    LA Recreation Sta

    161401-01 3.5-4yrs

    M-F 6/20-6/24 9am-12pm161401-02 3.5-4yrs

    M-F 6/27-7/1 9am-12pm161401-03 3.5-4yrs

    Tu-F 7/5-7/8* 9am-12pm**Special holiday pricing below!161401-04 3.5-4yrs

    M-F 7/11-7/15 9am-12pm161401-05 3.5-4yrs

    M-F 7/18-7/22 9am-12pm161401-06 3.5-4yrs

    M-F 7/25-7/29 9am-12pm161401-07 3.5-4yrsM-F 8/1-8/5 9am-12pm161401-08 3.5-4yrs

    M-F 8/8-8/12 9am-12pmResidents $193 All Others $211*No camp 7/4

    **Special pricing or this holiday week only:Residents $165 All Others $183

    REDWOOD GROVE SUMMER CAMPSEnhanced curriculum! Redwood Grove summer campers explore the natural environment through

    hands-on activities, games, songs, hikes, arts and crats, and an enthusiastic sta in a beautiul settin

    New nature and science units with the Youth Science Institute (YSI) including Ohlone lore and ecolo

    are included each week. All camps will also explore age-appropriate stewardship concepts and activ

    with Acterra rom seed planting to invasive plant removal.Required or ALL Redwood Grove camp participants: Medical release orm available at losaltosrecreation.org; campers must bring snacktrashless snacks are encouraged. Wear closed-toe shoes and camp T-shirt every day.

    Need child care beorecamp? Check out our neEarly Bird Beore Camp Cprogram (or kids 3.5-12 on page 3!

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    Naturalists Day Camp:7-8 yrsDig deeper into Redwood Grove and its

    aried habitats through hands-on

    ctivities and stewardship projects centered

    on biology and native Caliornia animals,

    nsects and birds. Arts and crats, songs and

    reative dramatics round out the day while

    einorcing concepts. Each week eatures an

    Ohlone unit rom Youth Science Institute and

    ve animal presentations to introduce

    onservation and ecology themes.

    Redwood Grove Nature Preserve

    A Recreation Sta

    11403-01 7-8yrsM-F 6/20-6/24 1-4pm11403-02 7-8yrs

    M-F 6/27-7/1 1-4pm11403-03 7-8yrs

    Tu-F 7/5-7/8* 1-4pm

    *Special holiday pricing below!11403-04 7-8yrs

    M-F 7/11-7/15 1-4pm11403-05 7-8yrs

    M-F 7/25-7/29 1-4pm11403-06 7-8yrs

    M-F 8/1-8/5 1-4pmResidents $205 All Others $223No camp 7/4*Special pricing or this holiday week only:

    Residents $165 All Others $183

    Naturalists Day Camp& Overnight Experience:7-8 yrsEnjoy all the excitement o regular camp

    plus sleep under the stars! Explore the Grove

    through hands-on activities, stewardship

    projects, arts and crats, and creative dramat-

    ics, while developing outdoor discovery skills!

    Ohlone lore rom Youth Science Institute and

    live animals rom Wildlie Associates enhance

    each session.

    Note: Naturalists attend camp Monday-Wednesday rom 1-4pm. On Thursday,camp begins at 1 pm and concludes Fridayat 8:30am. Thursday night dinner andFriday breakast are provided.

    Required: Sleeping bag or the overnight.Detailed list provided beore camp beginsand can be ound online atlosaltosrecreation.org.

    Redwood Grove Nature Preserve

    LA Recreation Sta

    111403-07 7-8yrsM-F 7/18-7/22 1-4pm*111403-08 7-8yrsM-F 8/8-8/12 1-4pm*Residents $235 All Others $253

    *Camp ends Friday at 8:30am.

    NaturalistsOvernight OnlyExperience:7-8 yrsThese campers will enjoy all the excitemen

    o one day at Redwood Grove and sleepin

    under the stars. Campers will engage in on

    day o camp activities including hiking,

    ecology and conservation.

    Note: Camp begins Thursday at 1pm andconcludes Friday at 8:30am. Thursday nig

    dinner and Friday breakast are provided.Required: Sleeping bag or the overnight.Detailed list provided beore camp beginsand can be ound online atlosaltosrecreation.org.

    Redwood Grove Nature Preserve

    LA Recreation Sta

    111403-09 7-8

    Th-F 7/21-7/22 1pm-8:30111403-10 7-8Th-F 8/11-8/12 1pm-8:30Residents $66 All Others $

    DISCOUNT, ANYONE????

    Check page 2 to see i you are eligible

    or a 10% discount o the total ee or

    all Camp Shoup, Camp jelly bean and

    Redwood Grove Camps!

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    SUMMER Camps contd!ACADEMIC FUNCOMMUNICATION ACADEMYommunicationacademy.com

    408) 777-8876

    Creative Writing:Journalism CampMaintain the gains your child made dur-

    ng the school year! In Journalism students

    ollaborate to create a newspaper while

    practicing descriptive, expository, narrative,

    nd persuasive writing. Course emphasizes

    evision and editing process. Students have

    un, develop a love o writing, and gain

    mportant skills!

    Hillview Rm 17 CA Sta

    11242-01 9-11yrs

    M-F 7/11-7/15 1:30-4:30pm11242-02 11-14yrs

    M-F 8/1-8/5 1-4pmResidents $375* All Others $393*Materials ee o $25 due rst day.

    Pre-Public Speaking:Confident Self CampCondence is the key to successul public

    peaking! In Condent Sel students learn

    he relationship between manners and public

    peaking skills. Students strengthen their

    public speaking oundation and develop a

    tronger sense o community and their role in

    t. Detailed eedback, proessional coaches!

    Hillview Rm 17 CA Sta

    11243-01 5-6yrsM-F 8/8-8/12 9-11:30am

    11243-02 7-8yrsM-F 6/13-6/17 9-11:30amResidents $280* All Others $298*Materials ee o $15 due rst day.

    Public Speaking:Creative Interpretation CampCreative Interpretation challenges the speaker

    to ully engage with emotions, gestures

    and body language. Through monologues

    and literature students improve analytical/

    organizational skills while learning how tospeak eectively and extemporaneously, use

    nonverbal communication, and overcome

    public speaking anxiety. Detailed eedback,

    proessional coaches!

    Hillview Rm 17 CA Sta

    111243-03 9-11yrsM-F 7/25-7/29 1-4pm111243-04 11-14yrsM-F 7/18-7/22 9am-12pmResidents $365* All Others $383**Materials ee o $25 due rst day.

    Singapore Math CampDid you know that Singapore studentsranked FIRST in the world in math and U.S.

    close to last? Discover a proven approach

    to dramatically improve your childs math

    prociency! Topics: whole numbers, ractions,

    decimals, percentage, ratio, measurement,

    geometry, and data analysis.

    Hillview Rm 17 CA Sta

    111271-01 6-7yrsM-F 7/25-7/29 9-11:30am111271-02 8-9yrsM-F 8/1-8/5 9-11:30am

    Residents $375 All Others $393MAD SCIENCE

    Fizz-ical Phenomena& Che-Mystery

    Whip up potions and experiment with all

    kinds o chemical reactions, including grow-

    ing our own crystals, making sidewalk chalk

    and learning about the science o chroma-

    tography. Mix it up as we experiment with

    molecular madness, radical reaction and

    zz-ical and chemical reactions.

    Grant Park Rm 1 Mad Science Sta111256-01 Full Day 5-12yrsM-F 7/25-7/29 9am-3pmResidents $319 All Others $337Grant Park Rm 1 Mad Science Sta

    111256-02 Hal Day 5-12yrsM-F 7/25-7/29 9am-12pmResidents $241 All Others $259

    Jet CadetsLearn all about aerodynamics and the wor

    above us. Explore the basic principles o

    fight, build airplanes, test them in wind tu

    nels, ride a hovercrat, and construct ballo

    copters. Learn about celestial navigationand take home a rocket that you have buil

    yoursel.

    Grant Park Rm 1 Mad Science St

    111254-01 Full Day 5-12M-F 6/27-7/1 9am-3Residents $319 All Others $3Grant Park Rm 1 Mad Science St

    111254-02 Hal Day 5-12

    M-F 6/27-7/1 9am-12Residents $241 All Others $2

    Lights, Camera, Reaction!Learn about photography and the movie

    making process, how lm captures light

    and stores images, how motion pictures go

    started, and how lmmakers make images

    move. Spend time in the lab learning the

    tools and techniques that chemists use, an

    perorm some hands-on experiments.

    Grant Park Rm 1 Mad Science St

    111257-01 Full Day 5-12Tu-F 7/5-7/8 9am-3Residents $255 All Others $2Grant Park Rm 1 Mad Science St111257-02 Hal Day 5-12Tu-F 7/5-7/8 9am-12Residents $201 All Others $2

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    Little Green ThumbsExplore how things start to grow in the

    ground. Learn what seeds need to grow and

    where they get those things as we study

    weather. Discover the role that bugs and

    butterfies play in making your garden grow.

    Note: This camp takes place indoors.

    Grant Park Rm 1 Mad Science Sta

    111262-01 4-6yrsM-F 7/18-7/22 9am-12pmResidents $241 All Others $259

    NASA:Journey into Outer SpaceSee thrust and propulsion at work in a real

    rocket launch, explore the atmosphere on

    earth and beyond, watch star dust burn, and

    journey through a galaxy as you investigate

    the lie cycle o stars. This is an experience

    that is truly out o this world!

    Grant Park Rm 1 Mad Science Sta

    111258-01 5-12yrsM-F 7/18-7/22 1-4pmResidents $241 All Others $259

    Natures Anatomy AcademyLearn about insects, birds, beasts and you

    rom the inside out in this action-packed

    week. Have un nding and magniying

    natures smallest critters, rom ungus to

    insects. Discover what that night-hunting

    owl ound or dinner during our owl pellet

    dissection. Have some creepy-crawly un

    building a bughouse and nding tenants,

    and build a birdhouse to take home with you.

    Grant Park Rm 1 Mad Science Sta

    111206-01 Full Day 5-12yrsM-F 8/1-8/5 9am-3pmResidents $319 All Others $337Grant Park Rm 1 Mad Science Sta

    111206-02 Hal Day 5-12yrsM-F 8/1-8/5 9am-12pmResidents $241 All Others $259

    Spy AcademyFrom decoding messages to metal

    detectors and night vision, campers will have

    the opportunity to check out spy equipmentand even create their own edible message.

    Figure out the science o orensics in a

    hands-on look at crime scenes.

    Grant Park Rm 1 Mad Science Sta

    111203-01 Full Day 5-12yrsM-F 7/11-7/15 9am-3pmResidents $319 All Others $337Grant Park Rm 1 Mad Science Sta

    111203-02 Hal Day 5-12yrsM-F 7/11-7/1 9am-12pmResidents $241 All Others $259

    Wacky Robots & WidgetsCampers will design and build structures

    using simple tools and their imaginations,

    construct a geodesic dome, design simple

    machines using pulleys, wedges, screws

    and levers, and learn learning how catapults

    work. Well build a robot while learning the

    science o robotics.

    Grant Park Rm 1 Mad Science Sta

    111255-01 Full Day 7-12yrsM-F 6/20-6/24 9am-3pmResidents $319 All Others $337

    Grant Park Rm 1 Mad Science Sta111255-02 Hal Day 7-12yrsM-F 6/20-6/24 9am-12pmResidents $241 All Others $259

    PLAY-WELL TEKNOLOGIE

    Engineering FUNdamen

    with Legos

    Students take on real-lie engineerlenges that explore concepts in ph

    architecture, mechanical and struc

    neering with over 100,000 pieces

    material. From racecars to Battletra

    a hands-on and minds-on camp su

    LEGO novices to maniacs.

    Note: Suitable or new and returnistudents.

    Required: Please bring a snack dai

    Hillview MPR Play-Well

    111209-01 M-F 6/20-6/24 111209-02 M-F 7/11-7/15 111209-03 M-F 8/1-8/5 Residents $187 All OPre-Engineering with LeStudents will build cities, bridges, a

    motorized cars/planes and explore

    creative possibilities o engineering

    LEGO

    system. With access to over

    pieces o LEGO and the support o

    enced Play-Well Engineering instru

    childs mind will soar.

    Required: Please bring a snack dai

    Hillview MPR Play-Well

    111208-01 M-F 6/20-6/24 111208-02 M-F 7/11-7/15 111208-03 M-F 8/1-8/5 Residents $187 All O

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    ARTVisual Arts CampThis is or creative kids who love the arts, love

    o paint and want to learn new imaginative

    ways to express themselves. We will use lots

    o vibrant paint to create our own interpreta-

    on o Monets Garden, Van Goghs Starry

    Night and natures coral rees. There will be

    large variety o other art materials too.

    Required: 1. Bring an apron or a smockwe get grubby! 2. Please bring a light snackand something to drink each day.

    Hillview Rm 13 Koehler

    11239-01 5-10yrsM-F 7/11-7/15 3-5:30pmResidents $162* All Others $180*Materials ee o $25 due rst day.

    FRESHi ACADEMY

    Acting for the CameraThrough class improvisations and charac-

    er study the students will understand themportance o listening, reacting, sel-control,

    he discipline o acting and technical skills

    eeded to perorm on camera. They will go

    hrough a taped audition process and will

    nally perorm a nal scene or the camera

    with classmates.

    Grant Park Rm 4 FiA Sta

    11275-01 8-12yrsM-F 6/20-6/24 9am-12pmResidents $184 All Others $202

    The Pirate Movie

    Production Experience!Aye Mates: We provide the script and the kidso everything else. Students will learn all

    bout the golden age o pirates and then act

    or crew, produce, edit and even score their

    own pirate adventure movie. (Due to Freshis

    on-violence policy there will be no pirate

    weapons used in the production.)

    Grant Park Rm 4 FiA Sta

    11276-01 8-12yrsM-F 6/20-6/24 1-4pmResidents $184 All Others $202

    Freshi Digital FilmmakingA hands-on, immersive introduction to digital

    lmmaking. Students work in small groups to

    make a lm and each student will experi-

    ence all aspects o production. Under the

    guidance o proessional lmmakers, students

    will pitch, plan, shoot, edit, screen, and score

    their movies.

    Grant Park Rm 4 FiA Sta

    111277-01 8-12 yrsM-F 7/11-7/15 9am-12pmResidents - $184 All Others - $202

    Freshi Movin and Grovin:Animation for KidsFinally a beginners animation class or littl

    ones. Using action gures and Legos, kid

    learn how to make their characters come

    to lie! Under the guidance o teachers, kid

    learn to brainstorm, storyboard, shoot, and

    create an animated world.

    Grant Park Rm 4 FiA St

    111279-01 5-7

    M-F 8/1-8/5 9am-12Residents $184 All Others $2

    Freshi Game

    Design & DevelopmentYouth work in groups to develop, design,debug and distribute their own 2D games.

    They can also add their own music, video,

    animations and photos into their games with

    a simple click. Dont just play games play

    your own game.

    Grant Park Rm 4 FiA Sta

    111278-01 8-12yrsM-F 7/11-7/15 1-4pmResidents $184 All Others $202

    Stop Motion Animation

    Kids work in small groups as they brainstowrite, storyboard, create sets, create chara

    ters, edit and animate their own lms! Kids

    utilize their unique talents and collaborate

    as a team to express themselves through t

    magical world o animation!

    Grant Park Rm 4 FiA St

    111280-01 8-12M-F 8/1-8/5 1-4Residents $184 All Others $2

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    COOKING

    YOUNG CHEFS ACADEMYNote: Vegetarians and special diets arewelcome or all Young Che Academy camps.

    Baking at its BestCakes, Cookies, and Pies.... Oh my! A cup

    o this and a pinch o that is stirred-up

    to create baked goodies including the latestsweet sensation, Cake Trufes!

    Young Ches Academy YCA Sta

    111267-01 5-9yrsM-F 6/13-6/17 9am-12pm111267-02 5-9yrsM-F 7/11-7/15 9am-12pm111267-03 5-9yrsM-F 8/1-8/5 9am-12pm111267-04 9-14yrsM-F 6/13-6/17 1:30-4:30pm111267-05 9-14yrsM-F 7/11-7/15 1:30-4:30pm111267-06 9-14yrs

    M-F 8/1-8/5 1:30-4:30pmResidents $150* All Others $168**Materials ee o $100 due rst day.

    Cooking Around the WorldJoin us to celebrate the various cuisines o the

    world! Cook your avorite ethnic oods with

    recipes rom Algeria to Vietnam. Celebrity

    ches recipes are included.

    Young Ches Academy YCA Sta

    111267-13 5-9yrs

    M-F 6/27-7/1 9am-12pm111267-14 5-9yrs

    M-F 7/25-7/29 9am-12pm111267-15 5-9yrsM-F 8/15-8/19 9am-12pm111267-16 9-14yrsM-F 6/27-7/1 1:30-4:30pm111267-17 9-14yrsM-F 7/25-7/29 1:30-4:30pm111267-18 9-14yrsM-F 8/15-8/19 1:30-4:30pmResidents $150* All Others $168**Materials ee o $100 due rst day.

    Top Secret RecipesMake some o your dine-out avorites, in

    your dining-in kitchen! Come explore res-

    taurant avorites such as Chicken Cannelloni

    rom Macaroni Grill, Oreo Cheesecake rom

    Cheesecake Factory, Neiman-Marcus $250

    Cookies, and much more!

    Young Ches Academy YCA Sta

    111267-07 5-9yrsM-F 6/20-6/24 9am-12pm111267-08 5-9yrsM-F 7/18-7/22 9am-12pm111267-09 5-9yrsM-F 8/8-8/12 9am-12pm111267-10 9-14yrsM-F 6/20-6/24 1:30-4:30pm111267-11 9-14yrsM-F 7/18-7/22 1:30-4:30pm111267-12 9-14yrsM-F 8/8-8/12 1:30-4:30pmResidents $150* All Others $168**Materials ee o $100 due rst day.

    DANCE & FITNTEACHER JILLIANSPERFORMING ARTS & DA

    Imagine That!Each day we will take a new adven

    o crats, themed activities, and ap

    dancing! Join us as we visit the des

    Wild West, the high seas o the pir

    and much more! A camp you donmiss out on!!!

    Hillview Rm 16

    161270-01 M-F 6/13-6/17 161270-02 M-F 8/8-8/12 Residents $127* All Ot*Materials ee o $25 due rst day

    Little Princess CampYes, its back! The camp that mak

    little one eel like a princess! We do

    crats and activities themed toward

    airy-tale lie! We also perorm a da

    last day or parents! PLUS a visit ro

    princess! Who could ask or more!?

    Hillview Rm 15

    111250-01 M-F 6/6-6/10 10

    111250-02 M-F 6/13-6/17 1Residents $127* All Ot*Materials ee o $25 due rst day

    Hillview Rm 16

    111250-03

    M-F 8/8-8/12 1Residents $127* All Ot*Materials ee o $25 due rst day

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    SPORTSEQUESTRIAN

    SPRING DOWNEQUESTRIAN CENTERpringdown.com

    Required or all Spring Down EquestrianCenter Camps: Must download the liabilityorm at springdown.com prior to camp.

    Crazy About Horses DayMini Camppend a day with horses, see a live dem-

    onstration, and learn to tack up your own

    orse and ride! You will learn saety, horse

    andling and care through grooming and

    xperience on the ground and on the horse.

    The perect introduction to learning about

    orses!

    pring Down Equestrian Ctr SDEC Sta

    50401-01 6+yrsat 6/25 10am-2pm

    Residents $128 All Others $146

    Summer Horsemanship Camppend two weeks with horses at our un-lled

    amp. Camp activities include saety around

    orses, grooming and tacking up, exercising

    orses, horse psychology - and o course,

    RIDING! Riding ability will be evaluated the

    rst day and continue to be re-evaluated to

    eep your camper learning at just the right

    evel.

    Note: Ater care is available.

    Please call 851-1114.

    pring Down Equestrian Ctr SDEC Sta

    51248-01 6+yrsM-F 6/20-7/1 9am-1pm51248-02 6+yrs

    M-F 7/11-7/22 9am-1pm51248-03 6+yrs

    M-F 7/25-8/5 9am-1pm51248-04 6+yrs

    M-F 8/8-8/19 9am-1pmResidents $750 All Others $768

    FENCING

    THE CUTTING [email protected]

    Summer SabreSwordsman CampCamp is a great way to delve into swordplay

    or a large amount o time, meet a variety o

    encers, team up or points, prizes (includ-

    ing encing equipment) and goals. Come

    have un cross-training with everything romriendly encing games, serious ootwork and

    bouting, to using LED sabers.

    Note: Suitable or all encing levels.

    LAYC Cutting Edge Sta

    111241-01 7+yrsM-Sa 7/25-7/30 11am-5pm111241-02 7+yrsM-Sa 8/1-8/6 11am-5pmResidents $399 All Others $417

    GOLF

    DEEP CLIFF GOLF

    Golf Camp 1 - Fun in the SunGol is a challenging game and waaaay un!

    This camp teaches you the basic skills o the

    game, including the proper etiquette and

    the most common rules. You will learn and

    strengthen your abilities and knowledge o

    gol to prepare you or the next level.

    Equipment Note: Equipment is provided,but bring your own clubs i you have them.Please wear fat-soled athletic shoes. Golshoes are not required.

    Required: Please bring a bottle o watereveryday. Lunch is included or the morningcamp only.

    Deep Cli Gol Course Deep Cli Sta

    111210-01 7-17yrs

    M-F 6/6-6/10 9am-12pm111210-02 7-1 yrsM-F 6/13-6/17 9am-12pm111210-03 7-17yrsM-F 6/20-6/24 9am-12pm111210-04 7-17yrs

    M-F 6/27-7/1 9am-12pm111210-05 7-17yrs

    Tu-Fri 7/5-7/8* 9am-12pm**Special holiday pricing below!111210-06 7-17yrsM-F 7/11-7/15 9am-12pm

    111210-07 7-17yrsM-F 7/18-7/22 9am-12pm111210-08 7-17yrsM-F 7/25-7/29 9am-12pm111210-09 7-17yrsM-F 8/1-8/5 9am-12pm

    Gol Camp 1 contd

    111210-10 7-17

    M-F 8/8-8/12 9am-12111210-11 7-17

    M-F 8/15-8/19 9am-12Residents $197* All Others $2*No camp 7/4**Special pricing or this holiday week onlyResidents $158 All Others $

    Golf Camp 2 -

    Intermediate Junior Golf (IJGIJG Camp is or you i you have ully acquirthe basic skills and knowledge o the game

    This is the place to build your FUNdament

    and PLAYing skills. Well play on the course

    three days; skill build two days.

    Equipment Note: Equipment is provided,but bring your own clubs i you have themPlease wear fat-soled athletic shoes. Golshoes are not required.

    Prerequisite: Junior Gol or Gol Camp One

    Required: Please bring a bottle o watereveryday.

    Deep Cli Gol Course Deep Cli St111210-12 7-17M-F 6/6-6/10 2:15-4:45111210-13 7-17M-F 6/13-6/17 2:15-4:45111210-14 7-17M-F 6/20-6/24 2:15-4:45111210-15 7-17M-F 6/27-7/1 2:15-4:45111210-16 7-17Tu-F 7/5-7/8* 2:15-4:45

    **Special holiday pricing below!111210-17 7-17M-F 7/11-7/15 2:15-4:45111210-18 7-17

    M-F 7/18-7/22 2:15-4:45111210-19 7-17M-F 7/25-7/29 2:15-4:45111210-20 7-17M-F 8/1-8/5 2:15-4:45111210-21 7-17M-F 8/8-8/12 2:15-4:45111210-22 7-17M-F 8/15-8/19 2:15-4:45Residents $207* All Others $2*No camp 7/4**Special pricing or this holiday week onlyResidents $166 All Others $

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    The Players CampYoung golers, this camp will help you to

    develop a more complete game. The

    emphasis here is on playing skills, and we

    will work on improving the acets o your

    game that hold you back rom shooting

    lower scores.

    Equipment note: It is suggested that youhave your own clubs.

    Prerequisite: Intermediate Junior Gol, withinstructors approval to advance.

    Deep Cli Gol Course Deep Cli Sta

    111211-01 10-17yrsM-F 6/6-6/10 2-4:30pm111211-02 10-17yrsM-F 6/13-6/17 2-4:30pm111211-03 10-17yrsM-F 6/20-6/24 2-4:30pm111211-04 10-17yrsM-F 6/27-7/1 2-4:30pm111211-05 10-17yrsTu-F 7/5-7/8* 2-4:30pm**Special holiday pricing below!111211-06 10-17yrsM-F 7/11-7/15 2-4:30pm

    111211-07 10-17yrsM-F 7/18-7/22 2-4:30pm111211-08 10-17yrsM-F 7/25-7/29 2-4:30pm111211-09 10-17yrsM-F 8/1-8/5 2-4:30pm111211-10 10-17yrsM-F 8/8-8/12 2-4:30pm111211-11 10-17yrsM-F 8/15-8/19 2-4:30pmResidents $207 All Others $225*No camp 7/4**Special pricing or this holiday week only:Residents $166 All Others $184

    GYMNASTICS & ROCK CLIMBING

    TWISTERS GYMNASTICS& ROCK CLIMBING

    Combo CampA popular camp combining rock climbing

    and gymnastics or all day un! Campers will

    spend the morning either climbing or tum-

    bling and then switch during the aternoon.

    Required: Please bring a snack, lunch andtennis shoes.

    Twisters Gym Twisters Sta

    111218-01 7-14yrsM-F 6/20-6/24 9am-4pm111218-02 7-14yrsTu-F 7/5-7/8* 9am-4pm**Special holiday pricing below!111218-03 7-14yrsM-F 7/11-7/15 9am-4pm111218-04 7-14yrsM-F 7/25-7/29 9am-4pm111218-05 7-14yrsM-F 8/1-8/5 9am-4pm111218-06 7-14yrsM-F 8/8-8/12 9am-4pm

    Residents $279 All Others $297*No camp 7/4**Special pricing or this holiday week only:Residents $223 All Others $241

    Gymnastics CampBoys and girls are introduced to pr

    skills on all Olympic events and tra

    Theyll have un bouncing, swingin

    ping, and tumbling on all our equ

    Required: Please bring a snack and

    Twisters Gym Twi

    111216-01 M-F 6/13-6/17 111216-02 M-F 6/20-6/24 111216-03 M-F 6/27-7/1 111216-04 Tu-F 7/5-7/8* **Special holiday pricing below!111216-05 M-F 7/11-7/15 111216-06 M-F 7/18-7/22 111216-07 M-F 7/25-7/29 111216-08 M-F 8/1-8/5 111216-09 M-F 8/8-8/12 Residents $222 All O

    *No camp 7/4**Special pricing or this holiday wResidents $178 All Others

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    Preschool Gym CampChildren can come and enjoy a un-lled

    amp that will include gymnastics, arts and

    rats, music, stories, games, and much,

    much more.

    Required: Please bring a snack.

    Preschool Gym AM CAMPTwisters Gym Twisters Sta

    61215-01 3-6yrsM-F 6/13-6/17 9am-12pm

    61215-02 3-6yrsM-F 6/20-6/24 9am-12pm61215-03 3-6yrs

    M-F 6/27-7/1 9am-12pm61215-04 3-6yrs

    Tu-F 7/5-7/8* 9am-12pm*Special holiday pricing below!61215-05 3-6yrs

    M-F 7/11-7/15 9am-12pm61215-06 3-6yrs

    M-F 7/18-7/22 9am-12pm61215-07 3-6yrs

    M-F 7/25-7/29 9am-12pm61215-08 3-6yrs

    M-F 8/1-8/5 9am-12pm61215-09 3-6yrs

    M-F 8/8-8/12 9am-12pmResidents $162 All Others $180No camp 7/4*Special pricing or this holiday week only:

    Residents $130 All Others $148

    Preschool Gym PM CAMPTwisters Gym Twisters Sta

    61215-10 3-6yrsM-F 6/13-6/17 1-4pm61215-11 3-6yrs

    M-F 6/20-6/24 1-4pm61215-12 3-6yrs

    M-F 6/27-7/1 1-4pm

    61215-13 3-6yrsTu-F 7/5-7/8* 1-4pm*Special holiday pricing below!61215-14 3-6yrs

    M-F 7/11-7/15 1-4pm61215-15 3-6yrs

    M-F 7/18-7/22 1-4pm61215-16 3-6yrs

    M-F 7/25-7/29 1-4pm61215-17 3-6yrs

    M-F 8/1-8/5 1-4pm61215-18 3-6yrs

    M-F 8/8-8/12 1-4pmResidents $162 All Others $180No camp 7/4*Special pricing or this holiday week only:

    Residents $130 All Others $148

    Rock Climbing CampCampers will cover undamental climbing

    techniques, build basic motor and problem

    solving skills while playing games and having

    un!

    Required: Please wear tennis shoes and bringa snack.

    Rock Climbing AM CAMPTwisters Gym Twisters Sta111217-01 7-14yrsM-F 6/13-6/17 9am-12pm111217-02 7-14yrsM-F 6/27-7/1 9am-12pm111217-03 7-14yrsTu-F 7/5-7/8* 9am-12pm**Special holiday pricing below!111217-04 7-14yrsM-F 7/11-7/15 9am-12pm111217-05 7-14yrsM-F 7/25-7/29 9am-12pm111217-06 7-14yrsM-F 8/1-8/5 9am-12pmResidents $172 All Others $190

    *No camp 7/4**Special pricing or this holiday week only:Residents $138 All Others $156

    Rock Climbing PM CAMPTwisters Gym Twisters Sta

    111217-07 7-14yrsM-F 6/13-6/17 1-4pm111217-08 7-14yrsM-F 6/20-6/24 1-4pm111217-09 7-14yrsTu-F 7/5-7/8* 1-4pm**Special holiday pricing below!111217-10 7-14yrsM-F 7/11-7/15 1-4pm111217-11 7-14yrsM-F 7/18-7/22 1-4pm111217-12 7-14yrsM-F 7/25-7/29 1-4pm111217-13 7-14yrsM-F 8/8-8/12 1-4pmResidents $172 All Others $190*No camp 7/4**Special pricing or this holiday week only:Residents $138 All Others $156

    ICE SKATING

    Ice Skating Campat Nazareth Ice OasisIce skating is a condence-building sport t

    is challenging and rewarding. This camp

    will give you a un introduction to the basi

    ice skating skills including skating orward,

    backward, and stopping. Skate rental and

    practice time are included on the day o th

    lesson rom 10:30-11:30am.

    Required: Warm clothing, mittens/gloves.Please arrive 15 minutes beore class begin

    Nazareth Ice Oasis NIO Sta

    111238-01 6-12M-F 6/13-6/17 10-11:30111238-02 6-12M-F 7/11-7/15 10-11:30111238-03 6-12M-F 8/1-8/5 10-11:30Residents $72 All Others $MULTI-SPORT

    SKYHAWKSSkyhawks Baseball

    Skyhawks Baseball teaches the undamenta

    o elding, catching, throwing, hitting, an

    base running all in a un, positive environ-

    ment. Specically designed or beginner a

    intermediate players, this program teaches

    athletes new baseball skills along with vita

    lie lessons such as respect, teamwork and

    responsibility.

    Hillview Baseball Field Skyhawks St

    111223-01 5-8M-F 6/27-7/1 9am-12111223-02 9-12M-F 7/18-7/22 9am-12Residents $152 All Others $

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    Skyhawks BasketballThis un, skill-intensive program is designed

    or the beginner to intermediate player. Using

    our progressive curriculum, sta ocus is on

    the whole player, teaching respect, team-

    work, and responsibility. An active week o

    passing, shooting, dribbling, and rebounding

    makes this one o our most popular

    programs.

    Blach Gym Skyhawks Sta

    111225-01 7-12yrsM-F 6/13-6/17 9am-3pm111225-02 7-12yrsTu-F 7/5-7/8* 9am-3pm**Special holiday pricing below!111225-03 7-12yrsM-F 7/25-7/29 9am-3pmResidents $177 All Others $195*No camp 7/4**Special pricing or this holiday week only:Residents $144 All Others $162

    Skyhawks Beginning GolfCampers will learn the undamentals o

    swinging, putting, and body positioning.

    Skyhawks has adopted the SNAG (Start-ing New At Gol) system to its curriculum.

    SNAG is specically designed or entry-level

    player; SNAG simplies instruction so that

    young players can make an easy and eective

    transition onto the gol course. All equipment

    provided.

    Grant Park Field Skyhawks Sta

    111272-01 5-8yrsM-F 6/20-6/24 9am-12pm111272-02 5-8yrsM-F 7/18-7/22 9am-12pmResidents $162 All Others $180

    SkyhawksCapture the Flag

    We take all the traditional aspects o the

    game and put a Skyhawks spin on it. Your

    young athlete will learn strategy in addition

    to the rules o the game while we incorporate

    sportsmanship and teamwork into this action

    packed camp.

    Grant Park Field Skyhawks Sta111274-01 7-12yrs

    M-F 6/27-7/1 9am-12pm111274-02 7-12yrsM-F 7/11-7/15 9am-12pmResidents $152 All Others $170

    Skyhawks Flag FootballFlag Football is the perect introduction to

    Americas Game. Campers will learn skills

    on both sides o the ootball including the

    core components o passing, catching, and

    deense- all presented in a un and positive

    environment. The week ends with the Sky-

    hawks Sports Bowl!

    Rosita Field Skyhawks Sta

    111224-01 7-12yrsM-F 8/1-8/5 9am-12pmResidents $152 All Others $170

    Skyhawks Mini-Hawk CampsDeveloped to give 4- to 7-year-olds a positive

    rst step into athletics. Soccer, baseball, and

    basketball are taught in a sae, structured

    environment lled with encouragement and

    un. Campers will explore balance, hand/eye

    coordination and skill development at their

    own pace.

    Grant Park Field Skyhawks Sta

    161222-01 4-7yrsM-F 6/13-6/17 9am-12pm161222-02 4-7yrsM-F 7/11-7/15 9am-12pm161222-03 4-7yrsM-F 7/25-7/29 9am-12pm161222-04 4-7yrsM-F 8/8-8/12 9am-12pmResidents $152 All Others $170

    Skyhawks VolleyballAll aspects o volleyball (including passing,

    setting, hitting and serving) are taught in this

    co-ed program. Designed or the begin-

    ning and intermediate player, campers willdevelop undamental skills through game-

    speed drills and daily scrimmages aimed at

    developing the whole player.

    Blach Gym Skyhawks Sta

    111273-01 7-12yrsM-F 6/20-6/24 9am-12pm111273-02 7-12yrsM-F 8/1-8/5 9am-12pmResidents $152 All Others $170

    SOCCER

    KIDS LOVE SOCCER

    KLS Half-Day Soccer CLearn and practice soccer skills inc

    dribbling, passing, receiving and s

    ing. More experienced players wil

    developing advanced dribbling mo

    team tactics such as possession an

    tion play. Everyone is a winner as

    un culminates in an age-appropria

    Cup tournament.

    Required: Campers should bring abottle and a snack.

    Equipment Note: All participants mshin guards. Soccer shoes and sunrecommended.

    Note: KLS Rain-Out Hotline: (800)

    Grant Park Field

    111212-01 M-F 6/13-6/17 111212-02 M-F 7/25-7/29 111212-03

    M-F 6/13-6/17 111212-04 M-F 7/25-7/29 111212-05 M-F 6/13-6/17 111212-06 M-F 7/25-7/29 Residents $152 All O

    KLS Full-Day Soccer CaLearn and practice soccer skills inc

    dribbling, passing, receiving and s

    ing. More experienced players wil

    developing advanced dribbling mo

    team tactics. Everyone is a winner

    weeks un culminates in an age-apWorld Cup tournament. Ater lu

    campers will enjoy water play, socc

    and tabletop soccer games.

    Recommended: Campers should bwater bottle (1.5 liter minimum) alunch.

    Equipment Note: All participants mshin guards. Soccer shoes and sunrecommended.

    Note: KLS Rain-Out Hotline: (800)

    Grant Park Field

    111212-07

    M-F 6/13-6/17 111212-08 M-F 7/25-7/29 111212-09 M-F 6/13-6/17 111212-10 M-F 7/25-7/29 111212-11 M-F 6/13-6/17 111212-12 M-F 7/25-7/29 Residents $242 All O

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    Coach Kens Soccer AcademyCoach Kens Soccer Academy has a proven

    ecord o helping kids achieve their ull po-

    ential as soccer players by emphasizing good

    echnique and tactics. Coaches are knowl-

    dgeable and passionate about the game. All

    evels welcome. Classes or kids 6+ years end

    with a scrimmage.

    Equipment Note: Shin guards are mandatory.

    Heritage Oaks Park Mburu

    11263-01 4-5yrsM-F 6/20-6/24 9-11am11263-02 4-5yrs

    M-F 6/27-7/1 9-11am11263-03 4-5yrs

    M-F 7/11-7/15 9-11am11263-04 4-5yrs

    M-F 7/18-7/22 9-11am11263-05 4-5yrs

    M-F 8/1-8/5 9-11am11263-06 4-5yrs

    M-F 8/8-8/12 9-11amResidents $102 All Others $120

    Heritage Oaks Park Mburu

    111263-07 6-7yrsM-F 6/20-6/24 9am-12:30pm111263-08 6-7yrsM-F 6/27-7/1 9am-12:30pm111263-09 6-7yrsM-F 7/11-7/15 9am-12:30pm111263-10 6-7yrsM-F 7/18-7/22 9am-12:30pm111263-11 6-7yrsM-F 8/1-8/5 9am-12:30pm111263-12 6-7yrsM-F 8/8-8/12 9am-12:30pm

    111263-13 8-9yrsM-F 6/20-6/24 9am-12:30pm111263-14 8-9yrsM-F 6/27-7/1 9am-12:30pm111263-15 8-9yrsM-F 7/11-7/15 9am-12:30pm111263-16 8-9yrsM-F 7/18-7/22 9am-12:30pm111263-17 8-9yrsM-F 8/1-8/5 9am-12:30pm111263-18 8-9yrsM-F 8/8-8/12 9am-12:30pm111263-19 10-12yrsM-F 6/20-6/24 9am-12:30pm111263-20 10-12yrs

    M-F 6/27-7/1 9am-12:30pm111263-21 10-12yrsM-F 7/11-7/15 9am-12:30pm111263-21 10-12yrsM-F 7/11-7/15 9am-12:30pm111263-22 10-12yrsM-F 7/18-7/22 9am-12:30pm111263-23 10-12yrsM-F 8/1-8/5 9am-12:30pm111263-24 10-12yrsM-F 8/8-8/12 9am-12:30pmResidents $177 All Others $195

    TENNISTENNIS AT YOUR SERVICEwhitlingersarseldtennis.com

    Tennis Youth Mini-CampsEnjoy top-fight instruction rom the sta o

    Whitlinger and Sarseld Tennis. Our popul

    tennis camps emphasize stroke FUNdamen

    tals with dynamic games and exciting drill

    These clinics help players understand eci

    stroke mechanics, match play preparation

    and basic strategy or Novice to Low Inter-

    mediate students. Two courts grouped by

    ability. Sign up early!

    Marymeade Park Courts #2 & #3

    Whitlinger & Sarsfeld Tennis Sta

    111213-01 Novice 9-10M-Th 6/13-6/16 9-10:30111213-02 Low Int 9-14M-Th 6/13-6/16 1:30-3111213-03 Novice 11-14M-Th 6/13-6/16 10:30am-12Residents $79 All Others $

    TEEN PROGRAMSSee pages 36-37 o

    the latest ino onLAYC Dances, TeeActivities, YouthCommission &

    The Underground!

    YO!

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    Junior League Team TennisProvides excellent instruction, extensive

    practice and exciting match play or juniors.

    Practice twice a week rom 1:30-3pm with

    match play on Fridays (until approximately

    3:30pm) versus local teams. The season cul-

    minates with the Whitlinger Cup playos.

    Prerequisites: For intermediate to high-intermediate level players, not or novice orlow-intermediate players. Juniors who will be16 years or older beore August 1st o thisyear, and/or juniors who have achieved a

    top 50 ranking in the USTAs 14 or 16 yr. olddivisions are ineligible.

    Required: Please bring one unopened can otennis balls on rst day.

    Los Altos High School Courts #9-12

    Whitlinger & Sarsfeld Tennis Sta

    111214-01 9-15yrsT/Th/Fri 6/21-8/12 1:30-3pm*

    No class 7/8Residents $212 All Others $230*Camp ends at 3:30 on Fridays.

    Marymeade Park Courts #2 & #3

    Whitlinger & Sarsfeld Tennis Sta111214-02 9-15yrsM/W/F 6/20-8/12 1:30-3pm*

    No class 7/4Residents $212 All Others $230*Camp ends at 3:30 on Fridays.

    WATER SPORTS

    SAILING & WINDSURFING ATSHORELINE SAILING LAKEshorelinelake.com

    965-7474

    Required or all Sailing and Windsurngcamps: 1. Comortable clothes, a bathingsuit, a jacket or feece, a towel, lots o sun

    protection, a lanyard to secure their glasses,a bottle o water, and non-skid/non-markingshoes to wear while on the boats andboards. (They will get WET - tennis shoes,aqua socks, or Teva sandals are ideal!) Nofip-fops allowed. 2. Please bring a snackor extra money daily. Daily lunch passavailable or purchase rst day o camp. 3.Students should be at ease swimming andtreading water.

    Note: Extended care available. Call965-7474 or details.

    Camp ShorelineLearn to kayak, canoe, row or cycle the pedal

    boats. Spend time playing games, participat-

    ing in crat activities, taking a sailboat ride,

    hiking in the natural surroundings, learning

    about Shoreline Park, bird watching in its

    wildlie sanctuary, or dropping by the historic

    Rengstor House museum.

    Shoreline Aquatic Center

    Shoreline Aquatic Center Sta

    111240-01 5-11yrsM-F 6/13-6/17 10am-3:30pm111240-02 5-11yrsM-F 6/20-6/24 10am-3:30pm111240-03 5-11yrsM-F 6/27-7/1 10am-3:30pm111240-04 5-11yrsM-F 7/4-7/8 10am-3:30pm111240-05 5-11yrsM-F 7/11-7/15 10am-3:30pm111240-06 5-11yrsM-F 7/18-7/22 10am-3:30pm111240-07 5-11yrsM-F 7/25-7/29 10am-3:30pm111240-08 5-11yrsM-F 8/1-8/5 10am-3:30pm

    111240-09 5-11yrsM-F 8/8-8/12 10am-3:30pm111240-10 5-11yrsM-F 8/15-8/19 10am-3:30pmResidents $357 All Others $375

    Windsurfing & Sailing Camp:Level 1Campers learn water saety, board and boat

    handling basics, rigging and de-rigging,

    and knot tying (starting on a land simulator

    in order to understand wind direction and

    board handling). Additional topics covered

    include jibing, tacking, upward sailing,

    helmsmanship, docking, and setting a basicsailing course.

    Shoreline Aquatic Center

    Shoreline Aquatic Center Sta

    111201-01 9-15yrsM-F 6/13-6/17 9am-2pm111201-02 9-15yrsM-F 6/20-6/24 9am-2pm111201-03 9-15yrsM-F 6/27-7/1 9am-2pm111201-04 9-15yrsM-F 7/4-7/8 9am-2pm111201-05 9-15yrsM-F 7/11-7/15 9am-2pm

    111201-06 9-15yrsM-F 7/18-7/22 9am-2pm111201-07 9-15yrsM-F 7/25-7/29 9am-2pm111201-08 9-15yrsM-F 8/1-8/5 9am-2pm111201-09 9-15yrsM-F 8/8-8/12 9am-2pm111201-10 9-15yrsM-F 8/15-8/19 9am-2pmResidents $397 All Others $415

    Windsurfing & Sailing CLevel 2Learn aster tacks, pivot jibes, mor

    moves, advanced saety skills, and

    upwind sailing with certied advan

    level instructors. Campers hone th

    through intensive on-the-water ins

    tion. Topics covered: rening sail t

    control, and sail shape controls. C

    sel-rescue and man overboard dri

    practiced!

    Prerequisite: Windsurng and Saior equivalent.

    Shoreline Aquatic Center

    Shoreline Aquatic Center Sta

    111201-11 M-F 6/13-6/1711:30111201-12 M-F 6/20-6/2411:30111201-13 M-F 6/27-7/1 11:30111201-14 M-F 7/4-7/8 11:30111201-15 M-F 7/11-7/1511:30

    111201-16 M-F 7/18-7/2211:30111201-17 M-F 7/25-7/2911:30111201-18 M-F 8/1-8/5 11:30111201-19 M-F 8/8-8/12 11:30111201-20 M-F 8/15-8/1911:30Residents $397 All O

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    YouthCLASSESACADEMIC FUNBILINGUAL STORYLANDMANDARIN)

    Children are inspired and encouraged to

    earn the Mandarin language through storyelling, listening, singing, movement, sharing

    nd games. This is a un approach or your

    hild to learn, practice and love the language.

    Grant Rm 1 Wong

    61809-01 2.5-4yrsWed 4/6-5/25 9-9:45am

    Residents $202* All Others $220*Materials ee o $25 due rst day.

    WRITING FOR EXCELLENCEour child will learn how to put style into

    heir writing as they compose expository

    aragraphs and short stories with quality ad-ectives, verbs, adverbs, and more. Students

    an earn small prizes or their good work.

    Hillview Rm 2 Wray

    11923-01 8-10yrsri 3/25-4/15 4-5pm

    Residents $72* All Others $90*Materials ee o $10 due rst day.

    COMMUNICATION ACADEMY(408)777-8876

    Pre-Public Speaking:Confident CommunicationCondent Communication emphasizes the

    importance o non-verbal communicationwhile continuing to perect basic public

    speaking skills. Students learn how to e-

    ectively use body language, emotions and

    gestures in addition to engaging an audi-

    ence, becoming better listeners, and building

    condence. Detailed eedback, proessional

    coaches!

    Hillview Rm 16 CA Sta

    411917-01 5-6yrsThu 3/31-5/26 4-5pm

    No class 4/14411917-02 7-8yrs

    Thu 3/31-5/26 5:05-6:05pmNo class 4/14Residents $195* All Others $213**Materials ee o $15 due rst day.

    SINGAPORE MATHDid you know that Singapore students

    ranked FIRST in the world in math and U.S.

    close to last? Discover a proven approach

    to dramatically improve your childs math

    prociency! Topics: whole numbers, ractions,

    decimals, percentage, ratio, measurement,

    geometry, and data analysis.

    Hillview Rm 16 CA Sta411906-01 6-7yrsTue 3/29-5/24 4-5pmNo class 4/12411906-02 8-9yrsTue 3/29-5/24 5:05-6:05pmNo class 4/12Residents $195 All Others $213*Materials ee o $30 due rst day.

    GREEN BEAN KIDZGreen Bean Kidz is an outdoor education

    program or children. Participants experience

    nature in many un ways including hiking

    and observing their surroundings. The pro-

    gram incorporates music, art, science, games,

    and movement all ocused on ecology and

    environmental awareness.

    Note: Program takes place at various localparks in Los Altos. First class meets at Red-wood Grove. (Please park on University Ave.and walk into park.)

    Various Los Altos Parks

    Green Bean Sta

    461808-01 2-5Tue 3/22-5/3 9:30-11No class 4/12461808-02 2-5

    Wed 3/23-5/4

    No class 4/13411808-01 5-10Tue 3/22-5/3 3:30-5No class 4/12411808-02 5-10

    Wed 3/23-5/4 No class 4/13Residents $120* All Others $1*Materials ee o $10 due rst day.*Parent must accompany child.

    ARTDRAGONFLY DESIGNSJEWELRY MAKINGCreate customized, stylish jewelry ready o

    you and your riends to wear! Become you

    own jewelry designer, where you can choo

    rom a huge selection o hot colors, texturand unique beads to make one-o-a kind

    pieces. Our classes are designed not only t

    be un, but to let you in on some o the m

    popular jewelry making techniques.

    Grant Park Rm 1 Dragony Desig

    410513-01 5-9Fri 3/25-4/29 3:45-4:45Residents $132* All Others $1*Materials ee o $30 due rst day.

    New!

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    DRAGONFLY DESIGNS JEWELRY

    MAKING SPRING CAMPUse the bright, un colors o spring as

    inspiration or your new line o hand-made

    jewelry! Our team o highly trained, enthsias-

    tic sta will teach jewelry making to children

    in a un, engaging, and age-appropriate way.

    Grant Park Rm 1 Dragony Designs

    411269-01 6-13yrsM-F 4/11-4/15 9am-12pmResidents $172* All Others $190**Materials ee o $50 due rst day.

    MY FIRST ART CLASSSpend quality time with your young child.Each week eatures a new theme with 5 art

    stations. Art projects continue to change all

    year long! Process rather than product is

    emphasized. Each class ends on a musical

    note with singing and dancing.

    Required: 1. Parent/Caregiver must stayin class with child. 2. Wear your grubbies!(Aprons Provided!)

    Hillview Rm 15 Stanley

    450501-01 1.5-3yrs Wed 3/30-5/25 9:30-10:30amNo class 4/13

    450501-02 1.5-3yrsThu 3/31-5/26 9:30-10:30amNo class 4/14450501-03 2-5yrs

    Wed 3/30-5/25 10:45-11:45amNo class 4/13450501-04 2-5yrsThu 3/31-5/26 10:45-11:45amNo class 4/14Residents $117* All Others $135**Materials ee o $10 due rst day.

    COOKINGYOUNG CHEFS ACADEMYNote: Vegetarians and special diets arewelcome.

    Big Chef Little ChefLearn to cook delicious and simple recipes

    with Mom, Dad, Grandpa, or Grandma! This

    class incorporates monthly themed recipes,

    age-appropriate culinary skills, basic nutrition,

    story time, and circle time. At the end o

    each class, everyone gets to eat what they

    cook!

    Young Ches Academy YCA Sta

    460706-01 2.5-4.5yrsTue 4/5-6/7 10:30-11:30amNo class 4/19460706-02 2.5-4.5yrsFri 4/8-6/10 10:30-11:30amNo class 4/22Residents $120* All Others $138**Materials ee o $60 due rst day.

    Lil ChefsLearn to cook delicious and simplewith Mom, Dad, Grandpa, or Gran

    class incorporates monthly themed

    age-appropriate culinary skills, bas

    story time, and circle time. At the

    each class, everyone gets to eat w

    cook!

    Young Ches Academy

    460706-03 Tue 4/5-6/7 No class 4/19460706-04

    Wed 4/6

    No class 4/20460706-05 Sat 4/9-6/4 Residents $120* All Ot*Materials ee o $60 due rst day

    Kinder ChefsIn this class, your little Kinder Che

    up his/her very own kind o un, w

    riculum and recipes geared or Pre

    students. Participants will make tw

    eat what theyve made, read a sto

    a cooking-related game.

    Young Ches Academy 410706-01 Tue 4/5-6/7 No class 4/19410706-02 Thu 4/7-6/9 No class 4/21Residents $145* All Ot*Materials ee o $80 due rst da

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    Young ChefsCalling all budding ches! Learn to cook reci-

    pes based on a dierent theme each week.

    rinciples o kitchen saety, proper ood han-

    ling, basic cooking and baking techniques,

    ood presentation, table setting, and table

    manners will be included. Note: Vegetarians

    nd special diets are welcome.

    Young Ches Academy YCA Sta

    10706-03 7-11yrsWed 4/6-6/8 4-5:30pm

    No class 4/2010706-04 7-11yrsri 4/8-6/10 4-5:30pm

    No class 4/2210706-05 7-13yrsun 4/10-6/5 9-10:30am10706-06 9-13yrs

    Thu 4/7-6/9 6-7:30pmNo class 4/21Residents $160* All Others $178*Materials ee o $90 due rst day.

    DANCE & FITNESSBOLLYWOOD DANCEA un high energy introductory dance class

    or both boys and girls based on the latest

    moves in Bollywood (Indian lm dance).

    tudents will learn various dance styles that

    ontribute to this popular art orm. Focus is

    on building condence and exploring creativ-

    ty while also developing a dance vocabulary

    nd a love or music.

    Hillview Rm 4 Basak

    60224-01 3-5yrsMon 3/21-5/23 3-4pm

    No class 4/1810224-01 6-9yrs

    Mon 3/21-5/23 4-5pmNo class 4/18Residents $106 All Others $124

    JEAN LEES BALLET CLASSESEquipment Note: Leotards and sot ballethoes required or all classes.

    Note: ALL o Jean Lees students will be eli-gible to participate in the spring 2011 danceprogram!

    Pre-Ballet BeginnersA joyul introduction to ballet. This class ispecically geared toward the young dancer.

    tudents will learn simple ballet positions,

    teps, combinations, movement and activi-

    ies.

    Hillview Rm 4 Lee

    10213-01 5-7yrsThu 3/24-6/2 3:45-4:30pmNo class 4/14Residents $126 All Others $144

    Ballet BeginnersBasic ballet emphasizing correct technique in

    barre work and center work. Technique will

    be taught enabling the student to perorm

    on stage or the annual dance recital.

    Hillview Rm 4 Lee

    410214-01 6-8yrs Wed 3/23-6/1 3:45-4:30pmNo class 4/13Residents $126 All Others $144

    Classical BalletIntermediate/AdvancedThis is a basic technique class emphasizing

    barre work and proper techniques or turns

    and leaps - serious work - but also un or the

    student.

    Hillview Rm 4 Lee

    410215-01 6-12yrs Wed 3/23-6/1 4:30-5:30pmNo class 4/13410215-02 6-12yrsThu 3/24-6/2 4:30-5:30pmNo class 4/14Residents $126 All Others $144

    Ballet/Musical TheaterIntermediate/Advanced

    In this class, the student will learn the dance

    steps and body positioning o Broadway

    stage dance.

    Hillview Rm 4 Lee

    410204-01 8-16yrs Wed 3/23-6/1 5:30-6:30pmNo class 4/13Residents $126 All Others $144

    TEACHER JILLIANSPERFORMING ARTS AND DANC

    Tiny TutusThis class is an introduction to ballet and c

    ative movement using many props and ac

    ties aimed toward your childs developmen

    Though parents are allowed in the classroo

    they are encouraged to sit outside!

    Hillview Rm 4 Toby Cummin

    460209-01 2.5-3.5 Wed 3/23-5/18 9:5No class 4/13460209-02 2.5-3.5

    Wed 3/23-5/18 12:No class 4/13460209-03 2.5-3.5Thu 3/24-5/19 9:50-10:20No class 4/14460209-04 2.5-3.5Thu 3/24-5/19 12:40-1:10No class 4/14Residents $111 All Others $

    Ballet

    A beginning dance class designed or yourlittle dancer. This is an introduction to pos

    tions, barre work, across the foor undame

    tals, and dance routines. A un and creativ

    environment to help nourish your childs lo

    o dancing.

    Equipment Note: Ballet shoes and attire.

    Hillview Rm 4 Toby Cummin

    460203-01 3.5-5 Wed 3/23-5/18 No class 4/13460203-02 3.5-5Thu 3/24-5/19 10:30-11

    No class 4/14Residents $117 All Others $

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    Tap/BalletA great introduction to both tap and ballet.

    Students will stretch and learn the basics o

    tap and ballet that will develop their dancing

    skills. A un and creative environment to help

    nourish your childs love o dancing.

    Equipment Note: Ballet and tap shoesrequired.

    Hillview Rm 4 Toby Cummings

    460205-01 3.5-5yrs Wed 3/23-5/18 1:15-2pmNo class 4/13460205-02 3.5-5yrs

    Thu 3/24-5/19 1:15-2pmNo class 4/14Residents $142 All Others $160Tap/Hip HopNo rilly stu here! This is a great way to get

    your little dancer to learn some new moves.

    This class will ocus on the basic hip hop and

    tap moves while also learning the importance

    o warming up and stretching. A great way

    to learn coordination and balance as well as

    socialization.

    Equipment Note: Tap shoes required.

    Hillview Rm 4 Toby Cummings460219-01 3.5-5yrs

    Wed 3/23-5/18 11:10-11:50amNo class 4/13460219-02 3.5-5yrsThu 3/24-5/19 11:10-11:50amNo class 4/14Residents $137 All Others $155

    Glee ClassThe excitement o the TV show brought to a

    classroom near you! Learn songs and dances

    just like a glee club/show choir. Our rst

    genre will be musical theatre/pop! This is

    an introduction to what we will continue to

    teach the ollowing school year, with hopes

    o competing in dierent competitions in the

    area and maybe beyond!

    Hillview MPR Toby Cummings

    420229-01 9-13yrs

    Mon 3/21-5/23 3-4:30pm420229-02 14-19yrsMon 3/21-5/23 4:45-6:15pmResidents $160 All Others $178

    Spring Break Theater CampTime to have un with your acting skills! In

    one week we will learn a script, make the

    props and sets, and create a great show! All

    acting levels welcome as it will be a reward-

    ing and un challenge or all! Final show or

    amily and riends on the last day! Please

    bring a lunch or snack as a break time will be

    allotted.

    Hillview MPR Toby Cummings

    410222-01 7-13yrsM-F 4/11-4/15 10am-3pmResidents $210* All Others $228**Materials ee o $10 due rst day.

    MARTIAL ARTSCHANG TAI DOchangtaido.com

    Equipment Note: Uniorm Note: U(GI), training and sparring equipmdatory. Inormation is available a

    Notes: 1. Hitting or striking anothis not permitted. 2. Testing and prsons available or additional ees.

    Chang Tai Do Karate foIntroduction to proper stretching,

    blocks, kicks, punches, strikes, bod

    awareness, and what to do to end

    attacker. Childrens natural curiosit

    playulness, combined with basic K

    help develop coordination, menta

    alertness.

    Hillview Hall Chan

    411104-01 Thu 4/7-6/16 5:

    Residents $179 All O

    Chang Tai Do KarateIntroduction to the history, culture

    minology and etiquette o Chang T

    Karate. Learn proper stretching, b

    punches, kicks and strikes, sel-dee

    (kata), and sparring (kumite). Trai

    help students develop better ment

    coordination, discipline, respect, st

    endurance, and skills to deend on

    Hillview Hall Chan

    411102-01 Tue/Thu 4/5-6/16 6:

    Residents $179 All O

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    MICHAEL MURPHYS GUITAR

    FOR KIDSRequired: For all Michael Murphys Guitar orkids classes: bring your own acoustic guitar!

    Absolute Beginning GuitarWe oer a great place or kids to learn to play

    the guitar. Taught with a un, can-do attitude

    and good humor. Through an easy step-by-

    step method, kids learn basic chords and

    chord progressions, basic ngerpicking and

    strums, un songs, and good practice habits.

    Hillview Rm 18 Murphy

    410108-01 8-12yrs

    Tue 3/22-5/17 3:30-4:15pmNo class 4/12Residents $191 All Others $209

    Beginning Guitar 2This exciting level o guitar is or kids who

    have already learned basic chords and

    strumming. We will build on these skills and

    explore music styles plus the basics o lead

    guitar and blues!

    Hillview Rm 18 Murphy410108-02 8-12yrsTue 3/22-5/17 4:30-5:30pmNo class 4/12Residents $218 All Others $236

    MUSIC AROUND THE WORLD

    (415)[email protected]

    Music Around the WorldFree PreviewFree Preview or Music Around the World.

    Come meet our new native speaker French,

    Mandarin, and Spanish teachers! Cant make

    the ree preview date? Contact Julie Wong as

    noted above.

    Hillview Rm 4 Wong

    460109-01 0-4 yrsTue 3/29 10-10:50am

    460109-02 0-4 yrsTue 3/29 11-11:50amFree

    Music Around the WorldEnglishThis unique 50-minute parent-child immer-

    sion language and music class is taught in

    English but includes songs rom around the

    world! Rhythmic and tonal play with age-

    appropriate instruments, physical movement

    and imaginative improvisation provide a

    wonderul oundation or musical, linguistic

    and intellectual growth!

    Hillview Rm 4 Wong

    460101-01 0-4yrsMon 4/4-6/6 9-9:50amNo class 5/30460101-02 0-4yrsMon 4/4-6/6 10-10:50amNo class 5/30Residents $146* All Others $164**Materials ee o $25 due rst day

    Music Around the WorldImmersion Spanish ORImmersion MandarinIntroduce your child to another lan

    and culture through the universal

    o music! Taught exclusively in the

    language using traditional Spanish

    darin childrens songs, but no prev

    language experience is necessary!

    advantage o your childs amazing

    absorb music and language!

    SpanishHillview Rm 4

    460102-01 Mon 4/4-6/6 1No class 5/30Residents $146 All O

    MandarinHillview Rm 4

    460102-02 Tue 4/5-6/7 1Residents $162 All O

    SPECIAL INTERDRAMA

    THEATER ART CLASSStage Kids CA expands to Los Alto

    develop new skills each week at ou

    hour training, rotating every 45 m

    singing, acting, and dancing. Clas

    or the new and experienced alike,

    ing on theater and lie skills o con

    responsibility and teamwork. All ta

    caring experienced instructors.

    Hillview MPR Stage Kid

    410226-01 Sat 3/19-5/14 9:3No class 4/16, 4/23Residents $265 All O

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    ECONOMIC DRIVING SCHOOLOnline Driver Education)

    This online class is approved by the DMV.Reading, fash graphics, videos, and quizzes

    prepare the reader to pass the DMV test.

    To register, visitconomicdrivingschool.com/online.

    Complete the question How did you hearbout us? Choose activity code 2790.

    All $68.50

    SUNNYVALE DRIVING SCHOOLThis DMV-approved course meets the

    lassroom requirements needed to obtain a

    rivers education permit. Class will include

    8 hours o instruction over a 4-day period;participants must attend each day to receive

    certicate.

    Note: Class includes 1-hour lunch break.Please bring bag lunch.)

    Hillview Rm 2 Lampman

    21802-01 15+yrsat/Sun 4/9-4/17 8am-3:30pm21802-01 15+yrs

    M-Th 6/20-6/23 8am-3:30pmResidents $122* All Others $140*Materials ee o $10 due rst day.

    SPORTSATHLETIC CONDITIONING FORKIDSKids, want to be a better athlete? What-

    ever your sport, your instructor will analyze

    your strengths and weaknesses, teach the

    undamental body mechanics o a condent

    athlete, and work on developing superior

    conditioning.

    LAYC Roh

    411014-01 9-12yrsMon/Wed 3/21-4/20 4:45-5:45pmNo class 4/11, 4/13411014-02 9-12yrsMon/Wed 4/25-5/18 4:45-5:45pmResidents $85 All Others $103

    ARCHERY

    THE ART AND ENJOYMENT OFARCHERYThe archery classes in this program are

    designed to help students learn and developtheir archery skills. Instructor Ray Roan has

    practiced archery or over 30 years and has

    been teaching or more than 25 years.

    Equipment Note: Basic Archery equipmentwill be provided or students or all archeryclasses.

    Archery 1Participants will learn the technique o shoot-

    ing a bow as well as the names or each o

    the parts o the bow and arrows. This sae

    and un class allows each individual to ocus

    on their accomplishments.

    Redwood Grove Roan

    410918-01 7+yrsThu 3/24-5/19 3:30-4:30pmNo class 4/14410918-02 7+yrsFri 3/25-5/20 3:30-4:30pmNo class 4/15Residents $251 All Others $269

    Archery 2This class is a continuation or those who are

    ready to move on to the next level (contact

    Ray Roan to see i you qualiy), or or those

    who have been shooting archery or at least

    one year. The ocus o this class will be to

    rene shooting orm.

    Redwood Grove Roan

    410918-03 8+yrsThu 3/24-5/19 4:30-5:30pmNo class 4/14Residents $251 All Others $269

    Archery 3This class is or those who have been takin

    archery classes or at least our years and

    want to urther rene their shooting skills.

    Redwood Grove Ro

    410918-04 11+Fri 3/25-5/20 4:30-5:30No class 4/15Residents $251 All Others $2

    EQUESTRIAN

    SPRING DOWN EQUESTRIANCENTERRequired or all Spring Down EquestrianCenter classes: Must download the liabilityorm a springdown.com prior to class

    Mommy & MeHorsemanship ClassDesigned to introduce child and parent ho

    to be around horses. Youll be introduce

    to saety, ground manners and become co

    ortable around horses. Learn about speci

    equipment, grooming, tack, and ride as yo

    avorite parent tags along!

    Spring Down Eques Cntr. SDEC St

    450403-01 3-6Tue 5/3-5/17 10-11:30Residents $228* All Others $2*Fee includes child and accompanying adu

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    Crazy About Horses DaySpend a day with horses, see a live dem-

    onstration, and learn to tack up your own

    horse and ride! You will learn saety, horse

    handling and care through grooming and

    experience on the ground and on the horse.

    The perect introduction to learning about

    horses!

    Spring Down Eques Ctr SDEC Sta

    450401-01 6+yrsSat 4/16 10am-2pmResidents $128 All Others $146

    FENCING

    THE CUTTING EDGEthecuttingedge.s5.com

    Basic Sabre FencingEn garde! Learn the lightning-quick sport o

    sabre encing! Train, drill, and team up with

    proessional, licensed and insured encing in-

    structors rom The Cutting Edge. Participate

    in games, bouting with classmates, and get a

    great athletic workout!

    Equipment Note: All equipment provided by

    the instructor. Please wear comortable cloth-ing, non-skid, white-soled shoes, and bring awater bottle.

    Grant Park MPR Cutting Edge Sta

    452001-01 7+yrsSat 3/26-5/28 12:30-1:15pmResidents $181 All Others $199

    Advanced Sabre FencingTactics, timing, and opponent assessment!

    Students who have completed the basic

    sabre encing class with The Cutting Edge are

    welcome to join this more advanced encing

    class. Goals o this class ocus on rening

    technique and developing personal style.

    Prerequisite: Basic Sabre Fencing

    Prerequisite: Basic Sabre Fencing

    Grant Park MPR Cutting Edge Sta

    452004-01 7+yrsSat 3/26-5/28 11am-12:15pmResidents $181 All Others $199

    LED Light SabreCombat BasicsLearn the ways o LED (Light Emitting Diode)

    sabre combat! Explore dierent weaponry,

    targeting techniques, ancy sabre spins and

    more. Film a short piece with a partner, and

    view it online or posterity! Fight, brawl, roll,

    and jump into the art o staged combat!

    Note: All Star Wars concepts property oLucasfim/Lucasarts. The Cutting Edge is not

    aliated with Lucaslm. LED sabre propsdesigned by The Cutting Edge and theBalance o Power Team.

    Grant Park MPR Cutting Edge Sta

    452003-01 7+yrsTue 3/22-5/24 5:30-6:15pm452003-02 7+yrsSat 3/26-5/28 1:30-2:15pmResidents $181 All Others $199

    LED Light Sabre SparrinAdvanced Spar with padded gear

    as lightside vs. darkside! Cont

    experience with LED sabre combat

    advanced moves such as rolls, spin

    kicks, and sabre combat orms. Ad

    students continue to build upon w

    learned in the basics class, and ma

    advanced choreography or video!

    Prerequisite: LED Light Sabre ComGrant Park MPR Cutting E

    452003-03 Tue 3/22-5/24 4:Residents $181 All O

    Open Sabre BoutingStudents who have completed the

    sabre encing class may join the op

    ing class. Goals are to participate

    lated competitions, and compete

    and placings on occasion. Mini-to

    and private lessons abound in the

    on class.

    Prerequisite: Advanced Sabre Fenc

    Equipment Note: Electrical saber emay be purchased (but not requireto get more out o the class.

    Grant Park MPR Cutting E

    452005-01 Wed 3/23-5/2Residents $140 All O

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    Gymnastics for GirlsGymnastics program or girls 6-12

    designed or comprehensive body

    ment. Five core areas are covered:

    coordination, agility, body strengt

    gross motor skills. Equipment used

    mini-trampoline, mats, balance be

    etc.

    Twisters Gym Twi

    412105-01 Mon 3/28-6/6 4:No class 4/11Residents $124 All O

    ICE SKATING AND ICE HO

    ICE SKATING AT THENAZARETH ICE OASISRequired or all Nazareth Ice OasiWarm clothing, mittens/gloves. P15 minutes beore class begins.

    Ice Skating - TotIce skating is a condence-building

    is challenging and rewarding. Theswill give you a un introduction to

    skating skills, including skating orw

    ward and stopping. Skate rental an

    time included on lesson day.

    Nazareth Ice Oasis

    460903-01 Wed 3/16-4/2460903-02 Sat 3/19-4/23 11:45a460903-03 Tue 4/26-5/31 Residents $86 All O

    Ice Skating - Parent & MThis ice skating class is designed o

    and one parent/guardian, and is g

    toward development o independe

    child so they may progress to a tot

    class without the adult.

    Nazareth Ice Oasis

    450903-01 Sat 3/19-4/23 11:45Residents $86 All O

    GYMNASTICS

    TWISTERS GYMNASTICS& ROCK CLIMBING

    Walking WondersWalking Wonders is designed or children,

    walkers to 3 years, emphasizing ne and

    gross motor development. Children are as-

    sisted by their parents and a certied Twisters

    instructor. Help your child develop musclecoordination, body control, and social inter-

    action in an educational environment.

    Twisters Gym Twisters Sta

    452101-01 1.5-3yrsTue 3/29-6/7 9:15-9:55amNo class 4/12452101-02 1.5-3yrsSat 4/2-6/11 8:30-9:10amNo class 4/16Residents $108 All Others $126

    Preschool PlayersIn this class, preschoolers improve listening

    skills and ocus on strength and coordina-tion. Children will saely learn to climb, jump,

    swing, and roll on all introductory gymnastics

    equipment.

    Twisters Gym Twisters Sta

    462102-01 3-4yrsMon 3/28-6/6 12:15-12:55pmNo class 4/11Residents $108 All Others $126

    Cartwheel KindersCartwheel Kinders urther enhances physical,

    mental, and social development. Kids are

    introduced to basic gymnastics terminology,

    positions and skills. Children are careully

    spotted until they can complete the skill suc-

    cessully.

    Twisters Gym Twisters Sta

    462103-01 4-5yrsMon 3/28-6/6 12:15-12:55pm

    No class 4/11Residents $108 All Others $126

    Dyno TumblersThis class oers 5 and 6-year-olds a un and

    sae environment where they are challenged

    with undamental gymnastics skills. They

    will master basic terminology and skills, and

    develop fexibility that will enhance overall

    tness or any sport.

    Twisters Gym Twisters Sta

    412104-01 5-6 yrsMon 3/28-6/6 3:15-3:55pm

    No class 4/11Residents $108 All Others $126

    YOUTH

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    ce Skating - Youthce skating is a condence-building sport that

    s challenging and rewarding. These classes

    will give you a un introduction to basic ice

    kating skills, including skating orward, back-

    ward and stopping. Skate rental and practice

    me included on lesson day.

    Nazareth Ice Oasis NIO Sta

    10903-01 6-12yrsWed 3/16-4/20 5:20-5:50pm

    10903-02 6-12yrsat 3/19-4/23 11:45am-12:15pm10903-03 6-12yrs

    Tue 4/26-5/31 4-4:30pmResidents $86 All Others $104

    ntro to Hockey SkatingWill learn hockey skills, but will not use sticks,

    pucks or wear equipment.

    Prerequisite: Must have taken a beginningce skating class or be able to skate orward,backward, and stop.

    Nazareth Ice Oasis NIO Sta

    10925-01 6-12yrsWed 3/16-4/20 5:20-5:50pm

    10925-02 6-12yrsat 3/19-4/23 11:45am-12:15pm10925-03 6-12yrs

    Tue 4/26-5/31 4-4:30pmResidents $86 All Others $104

    SOCCER

    COACH KENS SOCCERACADEMY

    Coach Ken Soccer Academy

    Coach Kens Soccer Academy has a proven

    record o helping kids achieve their ull po-

    tential as soccer players by emphasizing good

    technique and tactics. Coaches are knowl-

    edgeable and passionate about the game. All

    levels welcome. Classes or kids 6+ years end

    with a scrimmage.

    Equipment Note: Shin guards are mandatory.

    McKenzie Park Coach Kens Soccer

    410923-01 4-5yrsTue 3/22-5/17 12:45-1:30pm410923-02 4-5yrsTue 3/22-5/17 2:45-3:30pm410923-07 6-7yrsTue 3/22-5/17 3:30-4:30pm410923-10 8-9yrsTue 3/22-5/17 4:30-5:30pm410923-13 10-12yrsTue 3/22-5/17 4:30-5:30pm

    Residents $119 All Others $137

    Heritage Oaks Park Coach Kens Soccer

    410923-03 4-5yrs Wed 3/23-5/18 12:45-1:30pm410923-04 4-5yrs

    Wed 3/23-5/18 2:45-3:30pm410923-08 6-7yrs

    Wed 3/23-5/18 3:30-4:30pm410923-11 8-9yrs

    Wed 3/23-5/18 4:30-5:30pm410923-14 10-12yrs

    Wed 3/23-5/18 4:30-5:30pm410923-05 4-5yrsThu 3/24-5/19 12:45-1:30pm

    410923-06 4-5yrsSat 3/26-5/21 9:45-10:30am410923-09 6-7yrsSat 3/26-5/21 10:30-11:30am410923-12 8-9yrsSat 3/26-5/21 11:30am-12:30pm410923-15 10-12yrsSat 3/26-5/21 11:30am-12:30pmResidents $119 All Others $137

    KIDZ LOVE SOCCERThis soccer school is a non-competitive

    recreational environment or children to le

    and play the worlds most popular sport.

    A session experience includes age-specic

    warm up, demonstration, thematic progre

    sions (drills), and recreation games.

    Note: KLS Rain-Out Hotline: (888) 372-58

    Equipment Note: Shin guards required or levels ater rst meeting. NO EXCEPTION

    KLS Mommy/Daddy/MeAs you and your child participate in our uage-appropriate activities, your child will b

    developing their large motor skills and soc

    ization skills. The un happens on the eld,

    and in Mommy/Daddy & Me Soccer, you

    wont have to watch rom the sidelines!

    Hillview Soccer Field KLS St

    450916-01 2-3.5Tue 4/5-5/31 11:30am-12Residents $103 All Others $

    McKenzie Park KLS St

    450916-02 2-3.5Sat 4/9-6/11 11:15-11:45No class 5/28450916-03 2-3.5Sat 4/9-6/11 11:50am-12:20No class 5/28Residents $103 All Others $

    Tot Soccer: 3.5-4 yrsEncourages large motor development

    through soccer skills and introduces small

    children to the group setting. Little tykes w

    enjoy running and kicking just like the big

    kids!

    Hillview Soccer Field KLS St

    460904-01 3.5-4Tue 4/5-5/31 10:50-11:20460904-02 3.5-4Tue 4/5-5/31 5:05-5:40460904-03 3.5-4Thu 4/7-6/2 10:50-11:20460904-04 3.5-4Thu 4/7-6/2 4-4:30Residents $103 All Others $McKenzie Park KLS St

    460904-05 3.5-4Sat 4/9-6/11 9-9:30No class 5/28Residents $103 All Others $

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    YOUTH

    Classes

    TENNIS

    Tennis At Your Service

    GROUP LESSONS: Enjoy top-fight

    tion rom the sta o Whitlinger &

    Tennis. Adult and Youth (9-14) cla

    3-8 students will consist o six to e

    o instruction. Classes o 2 studen

    converted into 4 lessons.

    MAKE-UP POLICY: Make ups will ogiven on those occasions when incweather or an instructors absence

    that a class be canceled. See instrunext scheduled class meeting or mdate.

    RAIN POLICY: In case o rain, conRecreation Dept. at 947-2790, M5pm, within the hour beore scheding time or class status or check winstructor at the court. NO POSTPANNOUNCEMENT WILL BE given phone. Unless notied to the contup lessons will be orwarded to thenormal meeting day and time. HFridays (or weekday lessons) or Su(or Saturday lessons) may be usedinstructors discretion.

    Equipment Note: Bring a racquet!

    Terrific Tiny TennisChildren play un activities and ga

    enhance their eye-hand coordinati

    comotor skills in a success-oriented

    vironment. The 42 t. court wit

    less tennis balls enhance skill deve

    Small group lessons, only 2 to 6 st

    Los Altos High School Courts

    Whitlinger & Sarsfeld Tennis

    410902-01 Sat 4/2-5/21 1:

    410902-02 Sat 4/2-5/21 2:410902-03 Sat 4/2-5/21 2:Residents $94 All O

    Marymeade Park Courts #2/3

    Whitlinger & Sarsfeld Tennis

    410902-04 Mon/Wed 4/25-5/11 3:410902-05 Mon/Wed 5/23-6/13 3:No class 5/30410902-06 Mon/Wed 4/4-4/13

    410902-07 Mon/Wed 4/25-5/11 410902-08 Mon/Wed 5/23-6/13 No class 5/30Residents $77 All

    Level 1: 5-6 yrsTeaches the basic techniques o soccer or be-

    ginning players including dribbling, passing

    and receiving, shooting, age-specic deense,etc. Every participant will have a ball at their

    eet! Fun skill games will be played at every

    session.

    Hillview Soccer Field KLS Sta

    410904-07 5-6yrsTue 4/5-5/31 9:30-10:15am410904-08 5-6yrsTue 4/5-5/31 3:15-4pm410904-09 5-6yrsThu 4/7-6/2 4:30-5:15pmResidents $103 All Others $121

    McKenzie Park KLS Sta410904-10 5-6yrsSat 4/9-6/11 10:40-11:25amNo class 5/28Residents $103 All Others $121

    Skillz and Scrimmages7-10 yrsIn each class, we will play games to build

    individual skills and small-sided scrimmages

    that emphasize application o ner technical

    points. This is the perect bridge rom our

    Soccer 1 class or those who are aspiring to

    the next level. Each participant will receive a

    soccer jersey.

    Hillview Soccer Field KLS Sta

    410904-11 7-10yrsTue 4/5-5/31 4:10-4:55pmResidents $108 All Others $126McKenzie Park KLS Sta

    410904-12 7-10yrsSat 4/9-6/11 11:30am-12:15pmNo class 5/28Residents $103 All Others $121

    Pre-Soccer: 4-5 yrsTeaches the basic techniques o the game

    and builds sel-esteem through participation

    and un soccer activity. Children learn toollow instructions in a nurturing teaching

    environment.

    Hillview Soccer Field KLS Sta

    410904-01 4-5yrsTue 4/5-5/31 10:15-10:50am410904-02 4-5yrsTue 4/5-5/31 5:40-6:15pm410904-03 4-5yrsThu 4/7-6/2 10:15-10:50am410904-04 4-5yrsThu 4/7-6/2 3:25-4pmResidents $103 All Others $121

    McKenzie Park Kidz Love Soccer410904-05 4-5yrsSat 4/9-6/11 9:30-10:05amNo class 5/28410904-06 4-5yrsSat 4/9-6/11 10:05-10:40amNo class 5/28Residents $103 All Others $121

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    Novice Quickstartor beginners and advanced beginners.

    earn simple and ecient techniques that will

    nable you to enjoy tennis and continue to

    mprove ater class. Youth classes start on the

    60 t. court with pressure-less tennis balls

    hat will enhance players skill development.

    os Altos High School Courts #11/12

    Whitlinger & Sarsfeld Tennis Sta

    20902-01 9-10yrsat 4/2-5/21 10-11am20902-02 11-14yrsat 4/2-5/21 11am-12pm

    Residents $94 All Others $112

    Marymeade Park Courts #2/3

    Whitlinger & Sarsfeld Tennis Sta

    20902-03 9-14yrsMon/Wed 4/4-4/13 4-5:30pm20902-04 9-14yrs

    Mon/Wed 4/25-5/11 5-6pm20902-05 9-14yrs

    Mon/Wed 5/23-6/13 5-6pmNo class 5/30Residents $77 All Others $95

    Low Intermediateor players who can maintain a medium

    pace rally but either lack depth, placement

    or power on their shots. Lessons emphasize

    troke undamentals and basic strategy.

    os Altos High School Courts #11/12

    Whitlinger & Sarsfeld Tennis Sta

    20902-06 9-14yrsat 4/2-5/21 3:30-4:30pm

    Residents $94 All Others $112

    Marymeade Park Courts #2/3

    Whitlinger & Sarsfeld Tennis Sta

    20902-07 9-14yrsMon/Wed 4/4-4/13 5:30-7pm20902-08 9-14yrs

    Mon/Wed 4/25-5/11 6-7pm20902-09 9-14yrs

    Mon/Wed 5/23-6/13 6-7pmNo class 5/30Residents $77 All Others $95

    Junior League Team Tennisrovides excellent instruction, extensive

    practice and exciting match play or juniors.

    ractice twice a week rom 1:30 - 3pm with

    match play on Fridays (until approximately

    :30pm) versus local teams. The season cul-

    minates with the Whitlinger Cup playos.

    Prerequisites: For intermediate to high-ntermediate level players, not or novice orow-intermediate players. Juniors who will be6 years or older beore August 1st o this

    year, and/or juniors who have achieved aop 50 ranking in the USTAs 14 or 16 yr. old

    divisions are ineligible.

    Required: Please bring one unopened can oennis balls on rst day.

    Los Altos High School Courts #11/12

    Whitlinger & Sarsfeld Tennis Sta

    111214-01 9-15yrsTu/Th/F 6/21-8/12 1:30-3pmNo class 7/8Residents $212 All Others $230

    Marymeade Park Courts #2/3

    Whitlinger & Sarsfeld Tennis Sta

    111214-02 9-15yrsM/W/F 6/20-8/12 1:30-3pmNo class 7/4Residents