SPRING/SUMMER PROGRAM GUIDE 2020

AlexandriaDEPARTMENT OF RECREATION, PARKS & CULTURAL ACTIVITIES

SUMMER CAMPS pg. 23 Nature pg. 22 Special Events pg. 42 Registration Begins Wednesday, March 18 Parks pg. 50 JUMP IN!

FreeFree Outdoor Pool Parties by Reservation OutdoorOutdoor PoolPool EventsEvents Saturday & Sunday, 1-3 p.m. & 4-6 p.m. Meet Me At The Pool $149 Res./$184 Nonres. Saturday, May 23, 4-7:45 p.m. • Old Town Pool Max 20. Old Town Pool

World’s Largest Swimming Lesson Season Passes Youth (5-17) $53 Thursday, June 18, 5-6 p.m. • Old Town Pool Adult (18+) $105 Register at alexandriava.gov/Recreation Senior (55+) $84 Family (up to 4) $288 Alexandria Dog Swims Nonresident $154 Dogs up to 50 lbs. Only: Friday, Sept. 11, 4-7 p.m. • Memorial Pool Daily Admission Child (0-4) Dogs of All Sizes: w/paid adult Free Sunday, Aug. 2, 3-6 p.m. • Chinquapin Youth (5-17) $3 Saturday, Sept. 12, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. • Warwick Pool Adult (18+) $4 Saturday, Oct. 3, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. • Old Town Pool Senior (55+) $3 Nonresident $6 2020 OUTDOOR POOLS SCHEDULE

Old Town Pool, 1609 Cameron St. Memorial Pool, 901 Wythe St. Warwick Pool, 3301 Landover St. May 23–Aug. 2: Sa & Su 12-6:45pm May 23–Sept. 6: Sa & Su 10am-5:45pm May 23–Sept. 6: Sa & Su 11am-6:45pm May 26–June 19: M-F 4:30-7:45pm May 26–June 19: M-F 4:30-6:45pm May 26–June 19: M-F 4:30-7:45pm June 22–July 31: M-F 11am-7:45pm June 22–Sept. 4: M-F 10am-6:45pm June 22–Sept. 4: M-F 12-7:45pm Aug. 3–Sept. 4: M-F 6am-7:45pm Holidays: May 25, July 4 & Sept. 7 10am-3:45pm Holidays: May 25, July 4 & Sept. 7 10am-5:45pm Aug. 8–Sept. 6: Sa & Su 8am-7:45pm Sept. 8–Sept. 11: M-Th 6am-7:45pm; F 6am-5:45pm Recreational swimming pool with sloped entry ideal 6 lane 25-yard shallow pool with sloped entry. Ideal Sept. 12–Sept. 13: Sa & Su 8am-5:45pm for families with small children. Max Capacity: 45 for families and lap swimmers. Holidays: May 25, July 4 & Sept. 7 10am-5:45pm 8 lane 25-yard pool with diving well, 1-3 ft. Schedule subject to change. For current information, visit alexandriava.gov/Aquatics. depth kiddie pool for children up to 42 in. For more information or a reasonable disability accommodation, contact Ideal for families and lap swimmers. [email protected] or 703.746.5436, Virginia Relay 711. table of contents

l Aquatics ...... 2 NEW THIS SEASON NEW! l Exercise & Fitness ...... 6 l Sports Classes & Leagues ...... 11 l My First Lemonade Stand Sing With Me Enrichment ...... 16 pg. 16 Water Explorers pg. 2 l Creative & Performing Arts ...... 18 l Nature & Environmental Education ...... 22 l Summer Camps ...... 23 l Fun Finder Program Index ...... 35 l Out of School Time & Afterschool ...... 38 l Community Activities & Events ...... 40 l Special Events ...... 42 l Registration Information ...... 44 Ages 55 & up ...... 46 Virginia Cooperative Extension ...... 47 Outdoor Pool En Español ...... 47 Parties by Reservation Therapeutic Recreation ...... 47 Saturday & Sunday, l Parks & Facilities ...... 48 1-3 p.m. & 4-6 p.m. Map ...... 48 $149 Res./$184 Nonres. Family Nutrition pg. 16 Amazing Hike pg. 41 Programmed Parks & Facilities ...... 50 Max 20. Old Town Pool City Marina & Open Space ...... 52 Park & Facility Rentals ...... 53 Making friends and fantasy books ON THE COVER: Community Center Amenities ...... 56 Season Passes at Fairy Tales summer camp at Oswald Durant Center. Youth (5-17) $53 Adult (18+) $105

Senior (55+) $84 INCLUSION Programs for all abilities. ACTIVITY SECTION CLASS START & NUMBER DAY FEE LOCATION NUMBER NUMBER TIME END DATE OF CLASSES Family (up to 4) $288 +ADULT Adult participation required. Nonresident $154 DROP-IN No registration required, show up. 134207-07 W 4:30-5pm 7/12-8/23 7 $95 CQRC NEW! New this season. Daily Admission CLASS SIZE BBPK Ben Brenman Park 4800 Brenman Park Dr. BFNC Jerome “Buddie” Ford Nature Center 5750 Sanger Ave. Child (0-4) 55+ 55+ Ideal for ages 55 & up. Min 6/ Max 10 w/paid adult Free See pg.46. BDPK Braddock Park 1005 Mount Vernon Ave. CBRC Charles Barrett Recreation Center 1115 Martha Custis Dr. Youth (5-17) $3 Designed for individuals with TR M = Monday CHRC Charles Houston Recreation Center 901 Wythe St. Adult (18+) $4 disabilities. Assessment Tu = Tuesday CKRC Leonard “Chick” Armstrong Recreation Center 2510 W. Reed Ave. Senior (55+) $3 required. See pg.47. W = Wednesday CQRC/CQPK Chinquapin Park Recreation Center & Aquatics Facility 3210 King St. Th = Thursday CRPK Lake Cook 3699 Eisenhower Ave. Nonresident $6 Free shirt with registration. F = Friday DMES Douglas MacArthur School 1101 Janney’s Lane After care available. Sa = Saturday FDES Ferdinand T. Day Elementary School 1701 N. Beauregard St. Su = Sunday FHMS Francis C. Hammond Middle School 4646 Seminary Rd. FWPK Fort Ward Park 4301 W. Braddock Rd. City of Alexandria Recreation, Parks GMES George Mason School 2601 Cameron Mills Rd. & Cultural Activities Department’s goal GWMS George Washington School 1005 Mt. Vernon Ave. is to provide service that is: JAES John Adams School & Recreation Center 5651 Rayburn Ave. • Responsive JHES Jefferson Houston School 1501 Cameron St. • Professional JHPK Joseph Hensley Park 4200 Eisenhower Ave. • Courteous LEEC/LCCM Lee Center & Lee Center Complex 1108 Jefferson St. • Accountable MVRC Mount Vernon Recreation Center 2701 Commonwealth Ave. NLRC Nannie J. Lee Recreation Center 1108 Jefferson St. Please tell us about your experience ODRC Oswald Durant Center 1605 Cameron St. by completing an Experience Survey at alexandriava.gov/Recreation or email OTPL Old Town Pool 1609 Cameron St. [email protected]. PHES Patrick Henry Elementary School 4643 Taney Ave. PHRC Patrick Henry Recreation Center 4653 Taney Ave. Your feedback is important to us! PYPK Potomac Yard Park 2051 Potomac Ave. SJSP Schuyler Hamilton Jones Skateboard Park 3540 Wheeler Ave. The Department of Recreation, Parks & TCHS T.C. Williams High School 3330 King St. Cultural Activities received re-accreditation WRFD Witter Recreational Fields 2700 Witter Dr. from the Commission for Accreditation of Park and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA) WRRC William Ramsay Recreation Center 5650 Sanger Ave. in October 2019 by meeting 155 stan- WWPL Warwick Pool 3301 Landover St. dards of effective and efficient operations. aquatics

MAKE A SPLASH! Learn to swim or enjoy a healthy aquatic workout while having fun.

Water Explorers +ADULT NEW! ALEXANDRIA SWIM ACADEMY Ages 6 mos.- 4 yrs. with adult. You and your little swimmer will progress through Parent and Child Aquatics Levels 1 and 2 skills in a group setting. Learn to swim with confidence. The new and improved Alexandria Swim Instructor to student ratio 1:12. Min 4/Max 12. No class 5/23, 5/24, Academy offers American Red Cross swim lessons for infants, youth, 5/25, 7/4, 7/5. teenagers and adults. With lessons for those ages six months and older, 434240-01 M 11:15-11:50am 4/13-6/8 8 $109 CQRC you and your entire family can learn to master the skills needed to help 434240-02 Sa 8:15-8:45am 4/18-6/13 8 $109 CQRC you swim safely and enjoyably for life. 434240-03 Sa 8:50-9:20am 4/18-6/13 8 $109 CQRC 434240-04 Sa 9:25-9:55am 4/18-6/13 8 $109 CQRC Our swimming lessons are tailored by age, skill level, and the needs 434240-05 Su 8:15-8:45am 4/19-6/14 8 $109 CQRC of each student so that they can progress at a comfortable pace. Although some students advance more quickly or slowly, our certified 434240-06 Su 8:50-9:20am 4/19-6/14 8 $109 CQRC Water Safety Instructors ensure that everyone receives the instruction 434240-07 M 11:50am-12:20pm 4/13-6/8 8 $109 CQRC they need. Lessons are designed to build skills one step at a time. By 434240-08 Sa 8:15-8:45am 4/18-6/13 8 $109 CQRC giving students the opportunity to master one element before moving 434240-09 Sa 8:50-9:20am 4/18-6/13 8 $109 CQRC on to the next, Alexandria Swim Academy lessons make it easy to have 434240-10 Sa 9:25-9:55am 4/18-6/13 8 $109 CQRC fun and build confidence in the water. Visit alexandriava.gov/aquatics 434240-11 Su 8:15-8:45am 4/19-6/14 8 $109 CQRC for an FAQ on the changes to our swim lesson programs based on 434240-12 Su 8:50-9:20am 4/19-6/14 8 $109 CQRC your feedback. 134240-01 M 11:15-11:45am 6/22-7/27 6 $89 CQRC 134240-02 Sa 8:15-8:45am 6/20-8/1 6 $89 CQRC Swim lesson curriculums are outlined by swim skill levels. Look for these 134240-03 Sa 8:50-9:20am 6/20-8/1 6 $89 CQRC levels in the lesson descriptions. 134240-04 Sa 9:25-9:55am 6/20-8/1 6 $89 CQRC • Parent and Child Aquatics: Students and their parents will receive 134240-05 Su 8:15-8:45am 6/21-8/2 6 $89 CQRC orientation to the water and techniques to prepare students for 134240-06 Su 8:50-9:20am 6/21-8/2 6 $89 CQRC independent lessons. 134240-07 M 11:50am-12:20pm 6/22-7/27 6 $89 CQRC • Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills: Students will learn how to feel 134240-08 Sa 8:15-8:45am 6/20-8/1 6 $89 CQRC comfortable in the water and safely enjoy it. 134240-09 Sa 8:50-9:20am 6/20-8/1 6 $89 CQRC • Level 2: Fundamentals of Aquatic Skills: Students will learn basic 134240-10 Sa 9:25-9:55am 6/20-8/1 6 $89 CQRC swimming skills. 134240-11 Su 8:15-8:45am 6/21-8/2 6 $89 CQRC • Level 3: Stroke Development: Additional guided practice will help 134240-12 Su 8:50-9:20am 6/21-8/2 6 $89 CQRC students improve their skills. • Level 4: Stroke Improvement: Students will gain confidence, improve Alex Swim Levels 1-3 their stroke and gain additional aquatic skills. Ages 3-12. Your swimmer will receive an assessment on the first day, and • Level 5: Stroke Refinement: Guidance allows students to refine their be assigned to a Level 1, 2, or 3 lesson group. Instructor to student ratio strokes and become more efficient swimmers. 1:6. Min 12/Max 24. No class 5/19, 5/21, 5/23, 5/24, 7/4, 7/5. • Level 6: Swimming and Skill Proficiency: Students will learn to swim 434241-01 Sa 10:10-10:40am 4/18-6/13 8 $109 CQRC with ease and efficiency, and gain the ability to swim smoothly over 434241-02 Sa 11:20-11:50am 4/18-6/13 8 $109 CQRC greater distances. 434241-03 Su 9:25-9:55am 4/19-6/14 8 $109 CQRC 434241-04 Su 10:35-11:05am 4/19-6/14 8 $109 CQRC Sing With Me Water Explorers +ADULT NEW! 434241-05 Sa 10:45-11:15am 4/18-6/13 8 $109 CQRC Ages 6 mos.-4 yrs. Enjoy singing your favorite childhood sing-along songs 434241-06 Sa 11:55am-12:25pm 4/18-6/13 8 $109 CQRC in the water with your little one. Min 5/Max 30. 434241-07 Sa 12:30-1pm 4/18-6/13 8 $109 CQRC Ages 6-23 mos. 434241-08 Su 10-10:30am 4/19-6/14 8 $109 CQRC 434239-01 Su 11:30am-12pm 4/5 1 $15 CQRC 434241-09 Tu,Th 6:20-6:50pm 5/12-6/11 8 $109 CQRC Ages 2-4 134241-01 Sa 10:10-10:40am 6/20-8/1 6 $85 CQRC 434239-02 Su 12-12:30pm 4/5 1 $15 CQRC 134241-02 Sa 11:20-11:50am 6/20-8/1 6 $85 CQRC 134241-03 Su 9:25-9:55am 6/21-8/10 6 $85 CQRC 134241-04 Su 10:35-11:05am 6/21-8/2 6 $85 CQRC City of Alexandria is a proud member of the USA 134241-05 Sa 10:45-11:15am 6/20-8/1 6 $85 CQRC Swimming Foundation’s Make A Splash water safety 134241-06 Sa 11:55am-12:25pm 6/20-8/1 6 $85 CQRC initiative to teach every child to learn to swim and convey the importance of water safety. 134241-07 Sa 12:30-1pm 6/20-8/1 6 $85 CQRC 134241-08 Su 10-10:30am 6/21-8/2 6 $85 CQRC

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FINS Level 1 Alex Swim Level 4 Ages 3-12. Focused Instruction for New Swimmers offers a smaller group Ages 5-12. Your swimmer will continue learning environment with a focus on Level 1 swim skills. Instructor to student ratio to gain confidence and refine strokes in 1:3. Min 2/Max 3. No class 5/19, 5/20, 5/21, 5/23, 5/24, 5/25, 7/4, 7/5. this Level 4 group lesson. Instructor to 434248-02 M 1:35-2:05pm 4/13-6/8 8 $199 CQRC student ratio 1:6. Min 4/Max 6. No class 434248-03 M,W 4-4:30pm 4/13-5/6 8 $199 CQRC 5/19, 5/21, 5/24, 7/5. 434248-04 M,W 4:35-5:05pm 4/13-5/6 8 $199 CQRC 434244-01 Tu,Th 5:45-6:15pm 4/14-5/7 8 $109 CQRC 434248-05 Tu,Th 4-4:30pm 4/14-5/7 8 $199 CQRC 434244-02 Su 11:20-11:50am 4/19-6/14 8 $109 CQRC 434248-06 Sa 8:15-8:45am 4/18-6/13 8 $199 CQRC 434244-03 Tu,Th 5:10-5:40pm 5/12-6/11 8 $109 CQRC 434248-07 Sa 9:25-9:55am 4/18-6/13 8 $199 CQRC 134244-01 M,W 5:10-5:40pm 6/22-7/15 8 $109 CQRC 434248-08 Su 8:15-8:45am 4/19-6/14 8 $199 CQRC 134244-02 Su 11:20-11:50am 6/21-8/2 6 $89 CQRC 434248-09 M,W 4-4:30pm 5/11-6/10 8 $199 CQRC 134244-03 Tu,Th 5:45-6:15pm 6/23-7/16 8 $109 CQRC 434248-10 M,W 4:35-5:05pm 5/11-6/10 8 $199 CQRC 134244-04 M-Th 11-11:30am 6/22-7/2 8 $109 CQRC 434248-11 Tu,Th 4-4:30pm 5/12-6/11 8 $199 CQRC 134244-05 M-Th 11-11:30am 7/6-7/16 8 $109 CQRC 434248-12 Tu,Th 4:35-5:05pm 5/12-6/11 8 $199 CQRC 134244-06 M-Th 11-11:30am 7/20-7/30 8 $109 CQRC 434248-13 Tu,Th 4:35-5:05pm 4/14-5/7 8 $199 CQRC 134248-01 M 12:25-12:55pm 6/22-7/27 6 $149 CQRC Alex Swim Level 5 134248-02 M 1:35-2:05pm 6/22-7/27 6 $149 CQRC Ages 5-12. Your swimmer will continue to refine strokes and power in this 134248-03 M-Th 9-9:30am 6/22-7/2 8 $199 CQRC Level 5 group lesson. Instructor to student ratio 1:6. Min 4/Max 6. No class 134248-04 M,W 4-4:30pm 6/22-7/15 8 $199 CQRC 5/19, 5/21, 5/24, 7/5. 134248-05 Tu,Th 4:35-5:05pm 6/23-7/16 8 $199 CQRC 434245-01 Tu,Th 6:20-6:50pm 4/14-5/7 8 $109 CQRC 134248-06 Sa 8:15-8:45am 6/20-8/1 6 $149 CQRC 434245-02 Su 11:20-11:50am 4/19-6/14 8 $109 CQRC 134248-07 Sa 9:25-9:55am 6/20-8/1 6 $149 CQRC 434245-03 Tu,Th 5:45-6:15pm 5/12-6/11 8 $109 CQRC 134248-08 Su 8:15-8:45am 6/21-8/2 6 $149 CQRC 134245-01 M,W 5:45-6:15pm 6/22-7/15 8 $109 CQRC 134248-09 M-Th 9-9:30am 7/6-7/16 8 $199 CQRC 134245-02 Su 11:20-11:50am 6/21-8/2 6 $89 CQRC 134248-10 M-Th 9-9:30am 7/20-7/30 8 $199 CQRC 134245-03 Tu,Th 5:10-5:40pm 6/23-7/16 8 $109 CQRC 134245-04 M-Th 11:35am-12:05pm 6/22-7/2 8 $109 CQRC FINS Level 2 134245-05 M-Th 11:35am-12:05pm 7/6-7/16 8 $109 CQRC 134245-06 M-Th 11:35am-12:05pm 7/20-7/30 8 $109 CQRC Ages 3-12. Focused instruction for new swimmers builds on Level 1 skills in a small group learning environment with a focus on Level 2 swim skills. Instructor to student ratio 1:3. Min 2/Max 3. No class 5/25, 5/20, 5/23, Alex Swim Level 6 5/24, 5/25, 7/4, 7/5. Ages 5-12. As your swimmer continues to swim longer distances with 434249-01 M 1-1:30pm 4/13-6/8 8 $199 CQRC greater efficiency, they will also be introduced to aquatic sports that will 434249-02 M,W 5:10-5:40pm 4/13-5/6 8 $199 CQRC build upon their skills in this Level 6 group lesson. Instructor to student ratio 434249-03 Sa 8:50-9:20am 4/18-6/13 8 $199 CQRC 1:6. Min 3/Max 6. No class 5/24, 7/5. 434249-04 Su 8:50-9:20am 4/19-6/14 8 $199 CQRC 434246-01 Su 11:20am-11:50pm 4/19-6/14 8 $109 CQRC 434249-05 M,W 5:10-5:40pm 5/11-6/10 8 $199 CQRC 134246-01 Su 11:20am-11:50pm 6/21-8/2 6 $89 CQRC 434249-06 Tu,Th 5:10-5:40pm 4/14-5/7 8 $199 CQRC 134246-02 M,W 6:20-6:50pm 6/22-7/15 8 $109 CQRC 134249-01 M 1-1:30pm 6/22-7/27 6 $149 CQRC 134246-03 M-Th 12:10-12:40pm 6/22-7/2 8 $109 CQRC 134249-03 Sa 8:50-9:20am 6/20-8/1 6 $149 CQRC 134246-04 M-Th 12:10-12:40pm 7/6-7/16 8 $109 CQRC 134249-04 Su 8:50-9:20am 6/21-8/2 6 $149 CQRC 134246-05 M-Th 12:10-12:40pm 7/20-7/30 8 $109 CQRC 134249-06 M-Th 9:35-10:05am 6/22-7/2 8 $199 CQRC 134249-07 M,W 4:35-5:05pm 6/22-7/15 8 $199 CQRC Adult Beginner Swimming 134249-08 Tu,Th 4-4:30pm 6/23-7/16 8 $199 CQRC Ages 13 & up. Levels 1 & 2 Introduction to Fundamental Aquatic 134249-09 M-Th 9:35-10:05am 7/6-7/16 8 $199 CQRC Skills. Emphasis on water adjustment, breath control, buoyancy, changing 134249-10 M-Th 9:35-10:05am 7/20-7/30 8 $199 CQRC direction and water safety. Min 4/Max 6. No class 5/20, 5/24, 5/25, 7/4. 434230-01 M,W 5:45-6:30pm 4/13-5/6 8 $109 CQRC 434230-02 M,W 6:35-7:20pm 4/13-5/6 8 $109 CQRC Individual Swim Lessons 434230-03 Su 11:55am-12:25pm 4/19-6/14 8 $109 CQRC 434230-04 M,W 5:45-6:30pm 5/11-6/10 8 $109 CQRC Private swim lessons for swimmers 434230-05 M,W 6:35-7:20pm 5/11-6/10 8 $109 CQRC ages 3 yrs. & up through WeAquatics. 134230-01 M,W 6:25-7:10pm 6/22-7/15 8 $109 CQRC For lesson schedules and enrollment, 134230-02 Tu,Th 5:45-6:30pm 6/23-7/16 8 $109 CQRC please visit alexandriava.gov/WebTrac.

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Adult Advanced Swimming AM Aqua Aerobics DROP-IN Ages 13 & up. Levels 3 & 4 Stroke Development and Improvement. Ages 18 & up. A great workout at your Emphasis on front and back crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, own pace! Designed to use water as the mode sidestroke, treading water, and diving. Min 4/Max 6. No class 5/24, 7/5. for resistance and training, all fitness levels 434231-01 Su 11:55am-12:25pm 4/19-6/14 8 $109 CQRC and age groups are welcome, including 134231-01 M,W 7:25-8:10pm 6/22-7/15 8 $109 CQRC deconditioned and new exercisers. 134231-02 Su 11:55am-12:25pm 6/21-8/2 6 $89 CQRC Swimming ability not required. Instructor For Every Body Fitness. Min 10/Max 25. No Lifeguard Training class 5/25, 7/3. Ages 15 & up. Learn skills necessary 433102-01 M,W 9-10am 4/15-6/10 16 $229 CQRC to prevent and respond to aquatic 433102-02 F 9-10am 4/17-6/12 9 $119 CQRC emergencies including water rescue. 133102-01 M,W 9-10am 6/22-7/29 12 $159 CQRC Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), 133102-02 F 9-10am 6/26-7/31 5 $65 CQRC the use of and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and First Aid. Deep Water Aqua Aerobics DROP-IN Successful participants will receive Ages 18 & up. Cross-train in the water! Basic boxing, kick, resistance and American Red Cross certification in interval trainings strengthen the upper and lower body and abdominals while Lifeguard Training, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, and First Aid. improving flexibility and cardiovascular health. Flotation and resistance Min 4 Max 10. equipment provided. Instructor For Every Body Fitness. Min 10/Max 25. 134220-01 M-F 9am-5pm 7/6-7/10 5 $325 CQRC 433103-01 W 6:30-7:30pm 4/15-6/10 9 $119 CQRC 134220-02 Sa,Su 9am-5pm 7/11-7/26 6 $325 CQRC 433103-02 W 7:30-8:30pm 4/15-6/10 9 $119 CQRC 133103-01 W 6:30-7:30pm 6/24-7/29 6 $79 CQRC 133103-02 W 7:30-8:30pm 6/24-7/29 6 $79 CQRC

AQUA FITNESS Get in Deep with Candice DROP-IN Ages 18 & up. Experience an invigorating deep-water workout in the diving +ADULT Parent and Me Aqua Exercise well. This non-impact workout challenges all fitness levels. Incorporate Ages 18 & up with baby. Enjoy bonding with your baby in the water, while cardiovascular work with resistance training, while using circuits, intervals increasing strength, endurance, and balance. Min 5/Max 30. and basic steady-paced work. Swimming ability not required. Flotation 434238-01 Su 10:45-11:15am 4/5 1 $15 CQRC equipment provided. Instructor Candice Kaup. Min 15/Max 30. No class 5/25. Aquatic Dance Exercise DROP-IN 433104-01 M 6:30-7:15pm 4/13-6/8 8 $89 CQRC Ages 18 & up. If traditional exercises 133104-01 M 6:30-7:15pm 6/22-7/27 6 $69 CQRC leave you bruised, battered, or bored, get fit in a fun, safe, and comfortable environ- Adult Fin Fitness DROP-IN NEW! ment. As you move in chest-deep water, Ages 18 & up. Fin swimming with circuit style workouts – a fun and unique the resistance will challenge you during challenge for both beginner and advanced fin swimmers. Instructor Metro a cardio routine, full-body toning and core Merfolk. Min 6/Max 30. conditioning - all set to music! Dance your 431219-01 Th 6:30-7:30pm 4/16-6/4 8 $165 CQRC way to better health! Swimming ability is not required. Instructor Cindy 134219-01 Th 6:30-7:30pm 6/25-7/30 6 $125 CQRC Marisch. Min 9/Max 25. 433101-01 Tu,Th 6:30-7:30pm 4/14-6/11 18 $199 CQRC Aqua Cycling DROP-IN 433101-02 Tu,Th 7:30-8:30pm 4/14-6/11 18 $199 CQRC Ages 18 & up. Improve balance and up your cardio with cycling-style 133101-01 Tu,Th 6:30-7:30pm 6/23-7/30 12 $135 CQRC exercises in the pool. The water adds resistance, helps with flexibility, 133101-02 Tu,Th 7:30-8:30pm 6/23-7/30 12 $135 CQRC and range of motion. Flotation equipment provided. Min 3/Max 20. No 133101-03 Tu, Th 6:30-7:30pm 8/4-8/27 8 $89 OTPL class 5/25. 434252-01 M,W 10:05-11am 4/13-6/10 17 $175 CQRC 134251-01 M,W 10:05-11am 6/22-7/29 12 $125 CQRC

DROP-IN $12 per Aqua Aerobics class ($15 for nonresidents). Subject to minimums and maximums.

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Aqua Tabata DROP-IN COMMUNITY SWIM ACTIVITIES Ages 18 & up. Boost metabolism with rounds of high-intensity exercises performed in 20 seconds on, 10 seconds off intervals. The water adds Adult Safety Swim NEW! resistance while also making moves safer for all ability and flexibility levels. Flotation equipment provided. Instructor Tammy. Min 3/Max 20. No Ages 18 & up. Learn to swim and get exposure to the water safety skills class 5/25. that will provide a lifelong foundation for drowning prevention. Recreation 434253-01 M,W 6:15-7am 4/13-6/10 17 $175 CQRC Services has partnered with the Alexandria Health Department to bring you 134252-01 M,W 6:15-7am 6/22-7/29 12 $125 CQRC to bring you two FREE swim lessons where you will learn water safety skills and basic swimming skills. Min 6/Max 36. 134253-01 Th,F 5-6pm 6/18-6/19 2 Free OTPL DROP-IN Water Walking 134253-02 Th,F 5-6pm 8/6-8/7 2 Free OTPL Ages 18 & up. Let the water help you work! This non-weight bearing class will build, tone, and strengthen muscles and joints, while conditioning. World’s Largest Swimming Lesson Warm up, stretch, workout, and cool down to popular songs of the past All Ages. Become a world record breaker! Help raise awareness about and present. Instructor Fitness Coast to Coast. Min 6/Max 20. No class the importance of teaching swimming to help prevent drowning. Aquatic 4/14, 7/3. 433100-01 Tu, F 10:45-11:45am 4/14-6/12 17 $155 CQRC facilities around the globe will host local lessons on the same day to break the Guinness World Record! Min 24/Max 60. 133100-01 Tu, F 10:45-11:45am 6/23-7/31 11 $105 CQRC 484300-01 Th 5-6pm 6/18 1 Free OTPL

55+ DROP-IN Aquatic Exercise for Seniors Alexandria Dog Swims Ages 55 & up. Improve muscular and cardiovascular strength and All Ages. The annual dog swims are back with more options. New Dog endurance without jumping, running or swimming. Eliminate joint aches, Swims have been added at Chinquapin Park Recreation Center & Aquatics improve balance and minimize chances of falling. Email candicekaup@ Facility and Warwick Pool! Free to attend, ticket required. yahoo.com or call 703.863.1898. Instructor Candice Kaup. Min 15/Max 30. Under 50lbs. F 4-7pm 9/11 1 Free CHRC 433105-01 Tu,Th 8:15-9am 4/14-6/11 18 $185 CQRC 433105-02 Tu,Th 9:30-10:15am 4/14-6/11 18 $185 CQRC All Sizes Su 3-6pm 8/2 1 Free CQRC 133105-01 Tu,Th 8:15-9am 6/23-7/30 12 $125 CQRC Sa 10am-1pm 9/12 1 Free WWPL 133105-02 Tu,Th 9:30-10:15am 6/23-7/30 12 $125 CQRC Sa 10am-1pm 10/3 1 Free OTPL ALEXANDRIA DOG SWIMS

FOR DOGS UNDER 50 LBS.

FOR DOGS ANY SIZE

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LET’S GET PHYSICAL! Instructors are ready to help you reach your fitness goals no matter how big or small. Improve strength, endurance, balance, flexibility and mind/body awareness.

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Lil’ Yogis Vinyasa Yoga Ages 3-5. Designed for a gentle flow to develop a strong yoga foundation, Ages 18 & up. In this transformative style of yoga practice in moving this class offers new or seasoned yogis poses with animal names that are meditation, linking poses with the flow of the breath, music, mantra and paired with our favorite children’s music. Instructor Alejandra. Min 3/Max 12. yoga philosophy. You will move at a steady pace building heat, endurance, 412606-01 Th 12-12:45pm 4/16-6/4 8 $95 CHRC flexibility and strength and ultimately, inner stillness. Instructor For Every 112606-01 Th 12-12:45pm 6/25-8/13 8 $95 CHRC Body Fitness. Min 10/Max 20. 413115-01 W 9:05-9:50am 4/15-6/17 10 $119 CHRC PiYo Power Core and More 113115-01 W 9:05-9:50am 6/24-8/26 10 $119 CHRC Ages 16 & up. Streamline your body! Improve strength, balance, flexibility and mind/body Core Power Yoga awareness. A powerful mix of muscle toning, Ages 18 & up. Work this circuit and workout class with ropes for cardio, yoga and the Joseph Pilates method. Strength- bands for resistant training, and balls for core. Gain endurance and muscle. ening exercises are combined with mat This class will help you to improve muscular strength, endurance, and exercises to firm muscles and abdominals. Meditations, deep stretches promotes functional independence. Min 3/Max 15. and breathing exercises totally relax the mind and body. Instructor Christie 413124-01 W 6:30-7:30pm 4/22-6/10 8 $95 PHRC Motley & Team. Min 6/Max 15. No class 7/3. 113124-01 W 6:30-7:30pm 7/1-8/19 8 $95 PHRC 413102-01 F 7-7:45am 4/17-6/12 9 $95 CQRC 113102-01 F 7-7:45am 6/26-8/28 9 $95 CQRC Gentle Yoga Ages 18 & up. Practice supported standing, seated and supine poses that Yoga in the Morning help increase body awareness, improve balance, stamina, flexibility and Ages 18 & up. Start the day off right and reduce stress. Practice posture strength. Will require props: chairs, blocks, blankets and straps (all provided and breathing techniques to reduce tension, improve circulation and learn by the instructor and facility). Participants are encouraged to bring their own to relax. Bring a towel or mat. Instructor For Every Body Fitness. Min 10/Max sticky mats. Instructor Leah. Min 8/Max 15. No class 5/25. 25. No class 5/25, 6/9. 413126-01 M 11am-12pm 4/20-6/8 7 $119 CHRC 413104-01 Tu,Th 9:15-10:15am 4/14-6/11 17 $219 CQRC 413104-02 M,W 9:15-10:15am 4/13-6/10 17 $219 ODRC Yoga in the Sun 113104-01 Tu,Th 7:30-8:30am 6/23-8/25 19 $255 ODRC Ages 18 & up. Rise and shine with our morning Yoga in the Sun! Connect your mind and body while stretching and strengthening your muscles while To Yoga enjoying beautiful fall mornings. Open to all ability levels, please bring a Ages 18 & up. Time to relax. Breathe. Roll your shoulders. Stretch your mat and a water bottle. Inclement weather location will be inside the Durant spine. Physical therapy is mixed with yoga and a little humor. Connect not Center. Instructor Alejandra. Min 6/Max 20. only your mind and body, but also connect with a great group of fellow 413137-01 Sa 8-9:30am 5/16 1 $9 OTPL students. Instructor For Every Body Fitness. Min 8/Max 20. 413137-02 Sa 8-9:30am 6/13 1 $9 OTPL 413106-01 M 6:30-7:30pm 4/13-6/15 9 $119 CQRC 113137-01 Sa 8-9:30am 7/11 1 $9 OTPL 113106-01 M 6:45-7:45pm 6/22-8/24 10 $125 CQRC 113137-02 Sa 8-9:30am 8/15 1 $9 OTPL

Yoga on the Trail NEW! Pilates Ages 18 & up. Take a walk and bring yoga outdoors, reconnect with nature, Ages 18 & up. Create long, lean muscles with and create the harmony within. This flow yoga class will emphasize breath- a blend of strength and flexibility training that ing and healthy pose alignment. Open for all fitness levels. Instructor Angie improves posture and reduces stress. Instructor Lord. Min 3/Max 14. Reena Sarai. Min 3/Max 15. No class 5/25. 414204-01 Su 9-10am 4/12 1 $9 CQPK 413112-01 M 5:45-6:30pm 4/13- 414204-02 Su 9-10am 4/26 1 $9 CQPK 6/15 9 $105 CHRC 414204-03 Su 9-10am 5/10 1 $9 CQPK 113112-01 M 5:45-6:30pm 6/29-8/24 9 $105 CHRC 414204-04 Su 9-10am 5/17 1 $9 CQPK

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Mat Pilates Ages 18 & up. Each class will work to balance all muscle groups’ strength CARDIO WORKOUT and flexibility, with an emphasis on challenging the core muscles with each movement. All while sitting on a mat. Instructor For Every Body Fitness. Min Zumbini-Hili and Dance 3/Max 25. Ages 0-4. Created by Zumba and Baby First, Zumbini combines music, 413132-01 Th 5-5:45pm 4/16-5/28 7 $85 ODRC dance and educational tools for bonding, learning and fun! Min 6/Max 113132-01 Th 5-5:45pm 6/25-8/6 7 $85 ODRC 15. No class 5/25. 413601 –01 M 9:45-10:15am 5/4-6/29 8 $155 CHRC Tai Chi 413601 –02 M 10:45-11:15am 5/4-6/29 8 $155 CHRC Ages 18 & up. Looking for a way to reduce stress? Consider tai chi! 413601 –03 M 11:45am-12:15pm 5/4-6/29 8 $155 CHRC Originally developed for self-defense, tai chi has evolved into a graceful form of exercise used for stress reduction and a variety of other health Jazzercise conditions. Often described as meditation in motion, tai chi promotes Ages 16 & up. Burn up to 600 calories in one fun and effective total body serenity through gentle, flowing movements. Instructor For Every Body workout. Combine dance-based cardio with strength training and stretching Fitness. Min 10/Max 20. to sculpt, tone and lengthen muscles for maximum fat burn. Choreographed 413111-01 W 3:30-4:30pm 4/15-6/10 9 $119 CQRC to today’s hottest music, Jazzercise is a fusion of dancing, aerobic exercise, 413111-02 Th 10:30-11:30am 4/16-6/11 9 $119 CHRC resistance training, Pilates, yoga and kickboxing. Call Cameron Hall at 113111-01 W 4:30-5:30pm 6/24-8/26 10 $129 CQRC 703.395.7766 or email [email protected] for more information. 113111-02 Th 11:30am-12:30pm 6/25-8/27 10 $129 CHRC Monthly (Easy Fitness Ticket) $50, 20 class pass $180, 10 class pass $110, Walk-in $20.Min 5/Max 40. No class 5/25, 7/4. Advanced Tai Chi M-Th 5:15-6:15pm 4/13-7/30 varies ODRC Ages 18 & up. Originally developed for self-defense, tai chi has evolved M-Th 6:15-7:15pm 4/13-7/30 varies ODRC into a graceful exercise for stress reduction and a variety of other health Sa 9-10am 4/18-7/25 varies NLRC conditions. If you have been attending the basic tai chi course and are Su 10-11am 4/19-7/26 varies NLRC ready for more of a challenge, this course is for you! Instructor For Every Body Fitness. Min 8/Max 30. Zumba 413130-01 Tu 6:30-7:30pm 4/14-6/9 9 $119 PHRC Ages 16 & up. Ditch the workout and party! Zumba 113130-01 Tu 6:15-7:15pm 6/23-8/25 10 $129 PHRC is a workout that infuses Latin Dances such as salsa, meringue, bachata, samba, reggaeton, and even Stretch it Out 55+ modern-day hip hop. This intense workout helps Ages 55 & up. Improve and maintain strength, flexibility, and balance you lose weight while having fun and learning basic while emphasizing good postural alignment and relaxation. Instructor Reena Latin moves. Instructor Diana Mertz. Min 6/Max 20. Sarai. Min 4/Max 15. No class 5/25. 413122-01 Th 11:30am-12:15pm 4/16-6/18 10 $115 CKRC 413107-01 M 6:05-7:05pm 4/20-6/29 8 $95 CHRC 413122-02 Tu 1-1:45pm 4/14-6/16 10 $115 CKRC 113107-01 M 6:05-7:05pm 6/29-8/24 6 $75 CHRC 113122-01 Th 11:30-12:15pm 6/25-8/13 8 $95 CKRC 113122-02 Tu 1:00-1:45pm 6/23-8/11 8 $95 CKRC Cardio, Sculpt, and Core DROP-IN Ages 18 & up. Work your body, burn calories, and get stronger Chair Yoga 55+ muscles! Cardio movements blended with balance and controlled muscle Ages 55 & up. Start the day off right and reduce stress with chair yoga. movements that may not be fast but very powerful! Build muscle power to Practice posture and breathing techniques to reduce tension, improve increase strength, tone upper and lower body through controlled muscle circulation and learn to relax, all while in a chair. Instructor Lynn Traub. Min work. Instructor Christie Motley & Team. Min 5/Max 15. No class 5/25. 5/Max 20. 413101-01 M,W 6:05-7am 4/15-6/10 16 $129 CQRC 413803-01 Tu 10-10:45am 4/14-5/19 6 $49 MVRC 113101-01 M,W 6:05-7am 6/22-8/26 20 $165 CQRC 413803-02 Tu 10-10:45am 5/26-6/30 6 $49 MVRC Spring Sip and Swing NEW! Ages 18 & up. Slide on your dancing shoes and swing with us! No partner FREE PICKLEBALL Combine badminton, tennis and ping-pong needed in our fun and safe workshop designed for all ages and abilities. for this popular and quickly growing sport ideal for active adults. Swing dancing is a lively style of social dancing. Build camaraderie, meet M, Tu 10:45am-12:45pm NLRC new friends who share your passion for swing dancing! Don’t be the one who W 11:30am-2pm & 6-8:30pm PHRC doesn’t know the latest moves. Here’s your opportunity to laugh and learn Th, F 9am-12pm CHRC the latest swing techniques in this high energy event. Mocktails and light Su 3-4:30pm CHRC refreshments served for you to sip and swing. Min 8/Max 60. 413607-01 F 6:30-8:30pm 5/15 1 $25 CHRC Visit alexandriava.gov/Recreation for open play sports info.

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Hula Hoop Fusion Ages 18 & up. Using a two-pound weighted hula hoop for assistance, CARDIO & STRENGTH resistance, support and fun, this is a no impact, full body workout that fuses Pilates, Barre and Yoga inspired moves. Tone and stretch, improve MiKiDo Ruff & Tumble flexibility and balance while burning calories. Bring a yoga mat and water. Ages 3-5. Want your child to develop skills in teamwork, focus and fitness? Hoops are provided during class. Instructor Marilyn Myers. Min 5/Max 15. Build a foundation in these important life skills in a lively, fun martial arts- No class 5/25, 7/6. infused program. The four major components of fitness are emphasized: 413118-01 M 6-7pm 4/20-6/8 7 $95 ODRC endurance, flexibility, strength, and coordination. Instructor Inc. Hess 113118-01 M 6-7pm 6/22-8/24 9 $125 ODRC Fitness. Min 7/Max 20. 412604-01 Sa 9:50-10:50am 4/18-6/13 9 $129 CQRC Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Dance Ages 18 & up. Combine stretching, flexibility, core work, strength training MiKiDo Self Defense Workshop and aerobic exercise into each class. Choreographed to a variety of music, Ages 6-12. This training is a great experience for any and all kids/youth! participate at your own level for a safe, effective total body workout. Bring Every student will gain something different from our CMB Training (Character mat for floor work. Instructor Marilyn Myers. Min 3/Max 15. No class 5/25, development, Manners, Bullying). These qualities that remain vibrant with a 7/6, 7/15. child as they grow, and certainly is not a bad idea to re-enforce and practice 413103-01 M,W 9:30-10:30am 4/13-6/10 17 $239 LEEC these important motor skills. Instructor Inc. Hess Fitness. Min 7/Max 30. 113103-01 M,W 9:30-10:30am 6/22-8/26 18 $269 CHRC 412612-01 Sa 1-3pm 5/16 1 $19 ODRC 412612-02 Sa 1-3pm 6/13 1 $19 ODRC LaBlast Dance Fitness & Tone Ages 18 & up. Fun and easy-to-follow WCRB Karate ballroom dance-based fitness class! Ages 6-11. Beginners concentrate on self-discipline and learn the art of Created by world-renowned dancer and sustained concentration, self-restraint, maximum focused attention when fitness expert, Louis van Amstel, this educators are talking, how to follow instruction with minimal supervision partner-free program is for all levels. and more! Instructor WCRB Karate. Min 10/Max 20. Incorporates strength training with weights. Beginners, ages 6-11 Instructor Marilyn Myers. Min 3/Max 15. 412613-01 Tu 6-7pm 4/14-6/16 10 $105 CHRC No class 7/3, 7/17. 412613-02 Th 6-7pm 4/23-6/11 8 $79 WRRC 413110-01 F 9:30-10:30am 4/17-6/12 9 $135 LEEC Intermediate, ages 6-12 113110-01 F 9:30-10:30am 6/26-8/21 7 $105 CHRC 412611-01 Tu 7-8pm 4/14-6/16 10 $105 CHRC

Zumbata Shotokan Karate Ages 18 & up. Enjoy Latin-inspired dance with Tabata timing from a Ages 14 & up. Learn both the basics of karate and self-defense while certified Zumba and Tabata instructor. The small group setting will give gaining confidence, building leadership skills and independence. All you more personalized attention from the instructor to ensure proper form. students will practice self-defense techniques such as blocking, punching, Instructor Tammy. Min 3/Max 15. striking, and kicking in a safe and fun environment. Instructor Travis O’Brien 414210-01 Tu,Th 6:15-7am 4/14-6/2 16 $165 CQRC Min 6/Max 12. 114210-02 Tu,Th 6:15-7:15am 6/23-8/20 18 $185 CQRC 143611-01 Tu 6:30-7:30pm 5/5-6/2 6 $55 CHRC

Senior Line Dance 55+ Hip Hop Fitness & Circuit Training Ages 55 & up. This class is designed for seniors to improve endurance, Ages 18 & up. This is a cardiovascular fat burning workout for Teens that balance, circulation, memory, and socialization through easy and fun line will aid in firming and sculpting their body through hip hop dance and timed dance. Instructor Rodney Bates. Min 4/Max 20. interval circuit training on a cardio and weight machine circuit. Increase 414004-01 F 11:30am-12:30pm 4/3-6/19 12 $109 PHRC endurance, burn calories, strengthen and tone muscles, and increase flexibility. Instructor Rodney. Min 5/Max 15. No class 6/12. Senior Body Part Aerobics 55+ 414002-01 Tu 7-8pm 4/7-6/23 12 $109 PHRC Ages 55 & up. This is a low-impact exercise using a chair aerobics workout with slow everyday movements to tone and sculpt the body. Use of chairs will Cardio Circuit with Resistance aid in increasing balance, coordination, and flexibility. The program is designed Ages 18 & up. Effective calorie-burning exercises, that adds variety and for senior health and wellness. Instructor Rodney Bates. Min 4/Max 20. No some intensity to your usual routine. Combine moderate steady-state cardio class 5/25. with short bursts of speed or agility exercises to build, shape, and tone 404005-01 M,F 10-11am 4/3-6/26 25 $109 PHRC muscles. Instructor Christie Motley & Team. Min 6/Max 18. No class 7/3. 404005-02 M,F 10-11am 7/6-8/28 16 $70 PHRC 413114-01 F 6:05-7am 4/17-6/12 9 $109 CQRC 113114-01 F 6:05-7am 6/26-8/28 9 $109 CQRC

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Essentrics: Age Reversing Stretch Dynamic Three: Barre, Pilates, Yoga DROP-IN Ages 18 & up. Age reversing workout Ages 18 & up. Focus on powerful and precise movements using a ball, increases joint movement, flexibility, weights, and bands. Fundamentals of centering, breathing, concentration, strength, and energy while relieving pain. and precision are performed with focused muscle contractions. The class This full body workout is based on tai chi’s is low-impact and each toning section is followed by stretching in order to flowing movements for balanced health; create long, lean supple muscles. Instructor Christie Motley & Team. Min 3/ ballet’s theories for long, lean muscles; and Max 15. No class 5/25. healing powers of physiotherapy. By author 413109-01 M,W 6:30-7:15am 4/15-6/10 16 $129 CQRC of Aging Backwards and PBS show/book titled Forever Painless. Bring a 113109-01 M,W 6:30-7:15am 6/22-8/26 20 $165 CQRC mat. For information, visit essentrics.com. Min 5/Max 20. 413113-01 Tu 10:30-11:30am 4/14-6/9 9 $99 CHRC AM Interval Training 413113-02 Th 6-7pm 4/16-6/11 9 $99 CQRC Ages 18 & up. Join us for a fun and fit hour guaranteed to start your 413113-03 Th 7:15-8:15pm 4/16-6/11 9 $99 CQRC Sunday off right. Diverse sets of interval training start with a warm-up and 413113-04 W 11am-12pm 4/15-6/10 9 $99 PHRC continue with graduated intense exercises interspersed with rest periods. 113113-01 Tu 10:30-11:30am 6/23-8/25 10 $115 CHRC This is a great workout to strengthen the whole body and burn calories. 113113-02 Th 6-7pm 6/25-8/27 10 $115 CQRC Instructor Jay. Min 3/Max 30. No class 5/24, 7/5. 113113-03 Th 7:15-8:15pm 6/25-8/27 10 $115 CQRC 414200-01 Su 9:15-10am 4/19-6/14 8 $95 CQRC 113113-04 Tu 7:15-8:15pm 6/23-8/25 10 $115 PHRC 114200-01 Su 9:15-10am 6/28-8/23 8 $95 CQRC

Balance, Coordination, & Aerobics Gladiator Fitness Boot Camp Ages 18 & up. Get fit while you sit! The combination of aerobic activity Ages 18 & up. Want to feel more energized, confident and stronger? Get strength building and stretching is suitable for all ages and fitness levels. off the couch and out of the gym and accomplish more than you thought Instructor Reena. Min 3/Max 15. possible in the Boot Camp of the Discovery Channel. Nutritional counseling 413120-01 W 2-2:45pm 4/15-6/17 10 $115 CHRC and meal planning guidance included. Pricing varies by commitment. 113120-01 W 2-2:45pm 6/24-8/19 9 $105 CHRC Register at gladiatorfitness.net or [email protected] or contact Gunny at [email protected] for more information. Adult Weight Training Min 10/Max 40. No class 5/25. Ages 18 & up. This is a cardio and weight training exercise program that M,Tu,Th,F 5:30-6:30am 4/14-7/31 varies GWMS is designed by using our weight and cardio fitness machines in a timed interval system to increase endurance, burn calories, strengthen and tone Stroller Strides muscles, and improve flexibility. One-month fitness pass included. Min 4/ Ages 18 & up. Getting in shape after giving birth can be tough, especially Max 20. with a baby! This total fitness program includes power walking/running and 414011-01 Th 7pm-8pm 4/9-6/18 12 $109 PHRC resistance body toning using a stroller. All you need is your baby, a stroller 414011-02 Th 7pm-8pm 7/9-8/27 8 $75 PHRC that isn’t prone to tipping, water, and a towel or mat for ground exercises. First class is free. Register at arlington-alexandria.fit4mom.com, Boxercise Level I 571.305.2029 or [email protected] or jlungren@Fit4Mom. Ages 18 & up. Learn basic self-defense tactics while getting in shape. com. Min 1/Max 35. This beginner level class is fun and low impact boxercise class that will help M,W,F 9:30-10:30am 4/15-8/28 varies BBPK muscle toning, weight loss, and strength and conditioning while building M-F 9:30-10:30am 4/14-8/28 varies PYPK and enhancing your self-esteem. Instructor Washington area Boxing Hall of Sa 8:30-9:30am 4/18-8/29 varies CQRC Famer, Anthony Suggs. Min 5/Max 15. Th 9:30-10:30am 4/16-8/27 varies PHRC 413603-01 Tu,Th 6:30-7:30pm 5/5-6/4 10 $69 CHRC 413603-02 Tu,Th 6:30-7:30pm 6/9-7/14 11 $79 CHRC Fit4Baby Ages 18 & up. Fit4Baby® is a prenatal fitness program for women at any Boxercise Level II stage of pregnancy. The classes are interval based, combining elements of Ages 18 & up. This fun and effective form of cross-training incorporates strength training, cardiovascular exercises and stretching and balancing a combination of boxing movements and aerobics while improving rhythm exercises. We train and certify our Fit4Baby® instructors so they are and coordination! Focus on upper body conditioning; cardiovascular fully equipped to lead pregnant woman in exercises that are safe and fitness; and toning your arms, chest, and abs. Box your way through a great appropriate for her changing body. Register at arlington-alexandria. workout! Instructor Washington area Boxing Hall of Famer, Anthony Suggs. fit4mom.com, 571-305-2029 or [email protected]. Max 25. Min 5/Max 15. No class 5/25. W 7-8pm 4/15-8/26 varies CQRC 413611-01 M,W 6:30-7:30pm 5/4-6/8 11 $79 CHRC 413611-02 M,W 6:30-7:30pm 6/15-7/22 12 $85 CHRC

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Fit4Mom Senior Cardio & Weight Training 55+ Ages 18 & up. This mom’s only Fitness Interval Training (FIT) class delivers Ages 55 & up. This is a cardio and weight training exercise program that is a total body workout that combines cardio strength and core conditioning. designed by using our weight and cardio fitness machines in a timed interval Designed for moms of all fitness levels! Register at arlington-alexandria. system to increase endurance, burn calories, strengthen and tone muscles fit4mom.com, 571.305.2029 or [email protected]. Min 1/Max 15. and improve flexibility. One-month fitness pass included. Instructor Rodney. Tu 9:15-10:15am 4/14-8/25 varies PHRC Min 4/Max 20. No class 6/12. 414003-01 W 12-1pm 4/8-6/24 12 $109 PHRC ChinquaCircuit DROP-IN 414003-02 W 12-1pm 7/8-8/26 8 $75 PHRC Ages 18 & up. Accomplish your weekend fitness goal with a 30-minute full-body circuit incorporating functional strength and cardio training plus stretching. High- Walk & Fit Training energy music and fresh exercises will keep you motivated, and the small group Ages 55 & up. This is a circuit training class that incorporates walking as setting will give you more personalized attention from the instructor to ensure an aerobic activity and the use of handheld weights and resistance bands for proper form. Drop-in fee $12 per class for residents. Instructor Jay. Min 3/Max strength training. This is a cardiovascular fat burning workout that will aid in 8. No class 5/23, 7/4. firming and sculpting your body. Instructor Rodney. Min 4/Max 20. 414208-01 Sa 8:15-8:45am 4/11-6/13 9 $79 CQRC 414001-01 W 10-11am 4/8-6/24 12 $109 PHRC 414208-02 Sa 8:55-9:25am 4/11-6/13 9 $79 CQRC 414001-02 W 10-11am 7/8-8/26 8 $75 PHRC 414208-04 Tu 7:15-7:45am 4/21-6/2 7 $65 CQRC 114208-01 Sa 8:15-8:45am 6/27-8/22 8 $75 CQRC PK Silver 55+ NEW! 114208-02 Sa 8:55-9:25am 6/27-8/22 8 $75 CQRC Ages 55 & up. Want to prevent falls and grow stronger in body & mind? Try 114208-03 Tu 7:15-7:45am 6/23-8/18 9 $79 CQRC parkour, the art of moving through your environment in a smooth, efficient manner. Movement games and low obstacle courses for fun, fitness, and falls ChinquaCircuit Gold 55+ prevention! Instructor PK Move. Min 10/Max 15. Ages 55 & up. Accomplish your fitness goal with a 45-minute full-body circuit 413138-01 Tu 9:30-10:30am 4/21-6/16 9 $99 ODRC incorporating functional strength and cardio training plus stretching. High- 413138-02 Th 9:30-10:30am 4/23-6/18 9 $99 ODRC energy music and fresh exercises will keep you motivated, and the small group setting will give you more personalized attention from the instructor to ensure Functional Fitness For Older Adults 55+ proper form. Instructor Jay. Min 3/Max 15. No class 5/24, 7/5. Ages 55 & up. Improve your independence and meet your functional 414211-01 Tu 8-8:45am 4/21-6/2 7 $85 CQRC goals. Help improve upper and lower body strength, balance, flexibility and 414211-02 Su 10-10:45am 4/26-6/14 7 $85 CQRC coordination. Safe and effective physical activity improves your physical health 114211-01 Tu 8-8:45am 6/23-8/18 9 $99 CQRC and enhances psychological well-being. Instructor Fitness for Older Adults. 114211-02 Su 10-10:45am 6/28-8/23 8 $95 CQRC Min 7/Max 17. 413100-01 Tu,Th 9:05-10:05am 4/14-6/25 22 $245 CHRC

Fitness Passes & Personal Training Neighborhood Recreation Chinquapin Park Recreation Certified trainers design a 60-minute Center Pass (Charles Houston, Center & Aquatics Facility customized exercise program and Chick Armstrong, Patrick Henry (includes acess to open swim, provide guidance on proper form. and William Ramsay) saunas, and racquetball) To schedule an appointment, Day: $5/$10 Day: $8/$12 register using activity #114203-00. Month: $40/$80 per 3 mos. Month: $50/$100 per mo. INDIVIDUAL SESSIONS: 6-month: $75/$150 6-month: $250/$500 $199 for 4 or $59 per session Annual Pass: $125/$250 Annual Pass: $450/$885 GROUP SESSIONS: Dynamic Duo: $99/person for 4 or $29/person per session Prices listed as Resident/Nonresident. City residents 60 & Triple Threat: $79/person for 4 older are eligible for a 20% discount. For all Chinquapin pass or $25/person per session options, visit alexandriava.gov/Aquatics. Fantastic Four: $59/person for 4 or $19/person per session

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GO TEAM! Sports leagues and classes help build camaraderie, new skills and fun competition in a variety of sports for toddlers, youth, teens and adults.

Gymnastics II TUMBLING CLASSES Ages 5-8. Learn intermediate gymnastics skills on four events (vault, bars, beam, and floor) using proper body position and correct form with training Baby Tumbling +ADULT equipment. The class will rotate to alternating events each week and include Ages 18 mos.-2 yrs. with adult. This class is designed to help stimulate new routines. Students will gain strength, flexibility and coordination. Min 6/ and introduce some basic balancing, tumbling, agility techniques to your Max 12. No class 5/25. child. This class will include a group warm-up and individual drills that will 424207-01 M 5:15-6:15pm 4/13-6/8 8 $165 CQRC consist of parent participation. Instructor TSP Team. Min 10/Max 15. 422620-01 Tu 11-11:30am 4/21-6/9 8 $149 CHRC Acrobatics II Ages 6-10. Learn leaps, front/back walkovers, valdez, partnering techniques Mom/Dad Me Tumbling +ADULT and combination routines. Execute flexibility, strength, and balance while Ages 2½-4 with adult. Forward rolls, handstands and bridges are the improving physical coordination and mental concentration. Prerequisite: fundamentals introduced in a fun, playful setting. This class will include a completion of Acrobatics I or prior equivalent training. Instructor Megan group warm-up and individual drills with parent participation. Instructor TSP Lively. Min 5/Max 10. No class 4/26, 5/3, 5/24, 7/5, 7/19. Team. Min 10/Max 15. No class 5/23, 7/4. 422613-01 Su 10-11am 4/19-6/21 7 $105 LEEC 422605-01 Sa 9:30-10:15am 4/18-6/13 8 $149 CHRC 122613-01 Su 11am-12pm 6/28-8/22 7 $105 LEEC 422605-02 Sa 11:30am-12:15pm 4/18-6/13 8 $149 CHRC 122605-01 Sa 9:30-10:15am 6/27-8/22 8 $149 CHRC Flip First Tumbling 122605-02 Sa 11:30am-12:15pm 6/27-8/22 8 $149 CHRC Ages 7-12. Come flip with us! This program is open to both boys and girls of all skill levels to improve balance and agility, and tumble techniques Acrobatics I through fun drills, games and interactive demonstrations. Instructor James Ages 5-7. Learn basic acrobatics including cart- Franklin. Min 6/Max 20. No class 4/11, 5/23. wheels, rounds-offs, back bends, handstands, 414009-01 Sa 10-11am 3/7-5/2 8 $75 PHRC headstands, front/back walkovers, forward and 414009-02 Sa 11:30am-12:30pm 3/7-4/25 8 $75 PHRC backwards rolls. Learn flexibility, strength, and 414009-03 Sa 10-11am 5/9-6/27 7 $65 PHRC balance while improving physical coordination 414009-04 Sa 11:30am-12:30pm 5/9-6/27 8 $75 PHRC and mental concentration. Instructor Megan Lively. Min 5/Max 10. No class 4/26, 5/3, 5/24, 7/5, 7/19. 422612-01 Su 11am-12pm 4/19-6/21 7 $105 LEEC 122612-01 Su 10-11am 6/28-8/22 7 $105 LEEC SOCCER CLASSES

Basic Tumbling Lil Kickers Ages 5-8. Beginner tumblers will start learning basic techniques, such Ages 2-5. Introduce younger children and their families to our sports as forward rolls, backward rolls, handstands and bridges. A fun warm-up programs. Promote physical fitness. Help develop key social skills like sharing, exercise will help athletes attain these skills. Instructor TSP Team. Min 8/ taking turns and sportsmanship. Instructor Elmer Lazo. Min 3/Max 20. Max 15. No class 5/23, 7/4. Ages 2-3 422606-01 Sa 10:30-11:20am 4/18-6/13 8 $149 CHRC 424000-01 Sa 10-10:30am 4/18-5/23 6 $75 PHES 122606-01 Sa 10:30-11:15am 6/27-8/22 8 $149 CHRC Ages 4-5 424000-02 Sa 10-45-11:15am 4/18-5/23 6 $75 PHES Gymnastics I Ages 5-8. Learn basic gymnastics skills on four events (vault, bars, beam, Little Kicks and Me Clinic +ADULT and floor) using proper body position and correct form with training Ages 2-5 with adult. Fun parent and me class is designed to introduce equipment. The class will rotate to alternating events each week. Students children to soccer through games and activities. Instructor Tip Top Sports. will gain strength, flexibility and coordination. Instructor TSP Team. Min 3/ Min 4/Max 30. Max 10. No class 5/25. 424209-01 Sa 3:15-4:15pm 4/18 1 $19 CQPK 424206-01 M 4:15-5:15pm 4/13-6/8 8 $165 CQRC 424209-02 Sa 3:15-4:15pm 5/16 1 $19 CQPK 424206-02 Su 10-11am 4/19-6/14 8 $165 CQRC 424209-03 Sa 3:15-4:15pm 6/13 1 $19 CQPK

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Soccer Tots Adult Tennis 1 Ages 2-6. Specialized for our youngest age group, Ages 18 & up. New players learn the fundamental strokes: forehand, a variety of fun games are professionally designed backhand, volleys, overhead and serve. Build consistency in groundstrokes to delight and engage kids in physical education. A and develop an initial ability to rally. Students are encouraged to repeat this non-competitive environment and fun are encouraged class until they can consistently put the ball in play. Instructor FirstServe above all else to develop motor skills, promote physical Tennis. Min 4/Max 5. No class 5/23. fitness and create self-confidence. Instructor TSP Team. 423102-01 Tu 7:30-8:30pm 4/14-6/16 10 $269 CQPK Min 10/Max 20. No class 5/22. 423102-02 Sa 8:30-9:30am 4/18-6/20 9 $245 MVRC 422610-01 F 11-11:45am 4/17-6/12 8 $139 NLRC 422610-02 Tu 4-4:45pm 4/14-6/9 9 $155 CQPK Adult Tennis 2 Ages 18 & up. Players with limited on-court experience will strengthen stroke Excite Soccer fundamentals and develop the movement, positioning and skills necessary Ages 3-6. Develop mental, physical, and social abilities through creative for initial singles and doubles match play. Prerequisite: Completion of Tennis soccer games and activities taught by highly experienced staff, trained to work 1 or similar experience. Instructor FirstServe Tennis. Min 4/Max 5. with young children. Participants will learn individual skills, teamwork, and most 423103-01 Tu 8:30-9:30pm 4/14-6/16 10 $269 CQPK importantly, have fun! Our emphasis is on mastering basic coordination and agility with and without a soccer ball, while providing a confidence-building environment. Instructor Soccer Excite. Min 10/Max 25. No class 5/23. 422600-01 Sa 4-4:45pm 4/18-5/30 7 $125 BBPK ADDITIONAL SPORTS CLASSES

Lil’ Pro Sports Ages 3-4. Have fun and learn the basics of basketball, baseball and tennis TENNIS CLASSES in a fun and energetic atmosphere. Participants will be introduced to the fundamentals of sports. Have fun and meet new friends. Min 5/Max 10. Little Shots No class 7/4. Ages 4-6. Fun games and activities are designed to build eye-hand 122708-01 Sa 10-10:45am 6/13-7/25 6 $89 LCCM coordination and familiarity with the tennis ball and racquet. Instructor FirstServe Tennis. Min 4/Max 5. No class 5/22, 5/23. Lil Lacrosse 422619-01 Tu 4:30-5:15pm 4/14-6/16 10 $249 CQPK Ages 3-5. Students will learn basic lacrosse skills in a fun and friendly 422619-02 F 3:30-4:15pm 4/17-6/19 9 $225 PYPK environment. Instructor TSP Team. Min 10/Max 20. No class 5/23. 422619-03 Sa 9:30-10:15am 4/18-6/20 9 $225 MVRC 422618-01 Sa 11-11:45am 4/18-6/13 8 $149 CQPK 122618-01 Sa 11-11:45am 7/11-8/22 6 $115 CQPK Super Shots Ages 5-6. Our Level 2 class for older tots and/or those with Little Shots Fit and Play +ADULT course experience. Beginners and advanced beginners learn and develop Ages 3-5 with adult. Have fun with circuit training and games, develop the fundamental strokes with additional challenges! Instructor FirstServe skills to increase strength, balance and cardio capacity through the art of Tennis. Min 4/Max 5. No class 5/22. play! Our program is for parents that are seeking ways to stay active and 422619-01 F 4:30-5:15pm 4/17-6/19 9 $225 PYPK have fun that include their children. It’s also a great way to meet other parents and build support groups among each other while you and your Fun & Fundamentals Tennis 1 & 2 kids form lasting relationships. Parent Participation. Min 3/Max 12. No Ages 7-14. Through fun, skill-building games, beginners and advanced class 5/23, 7/4. beginners learn and develop the fundamental strokes. Instructor FirstServe 422611-01 Sa 9:30-10:15am 4/25-6/13 7 $79 ODRC Tennis. Min 4/Max 6. No class 5/22, 5/23. 122611-01 Sa 9:30-10:15am 6/27-8/22 7 $79 ODRC 422616-01 Tu 5:30-6:30pm 4/14-6/16 10 $249 CQPK 422616-02 Tu 6:30-7:30pm 4/14-6/16 10 $249 CQPK Jump Shots for Tots 422616-03 F 5:30-6:30pm 4/17-6/19 9 $225 PYPK Ages 3-6. Play in fun basketball skill building games to create or fuel a 422616-04 F 6:30-7:30pm 4/17-6/19 9 $225 PYPK passion for the game of basketball. Come dressed in athletic apparel. 422616-05 Sa 10:30-11:30am 4/18-6/20 9 $225 MVRC Instructor Hoop Life. Min 10/Max 25. 422616-06 Sa 11:30am-12:30pm 4/18-6/20 9 $225 MVRC 422602-01 Tu 1-1:45pm 4/14-6/9 9 $165 CHRC 422602-03 Sa 10-10:45am 4/18-6/13 9 $165 NLRC 122602-01 Sa 10-10:45am 6/27-8/22 9 $165 NLRC

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Ultimate Frisbee Clinic Ages 6-12. Ultimate Frisbee is all about having fun, learning new YOUTH LEAGUES techniques, and making friends! Learn the fundamentals including fore- hand, backhand, and the hammer throw with running, catching, and Miracle League of Alexandria pivoting. This class will prepare you to play in tournaments or playing toss Ages 6 & up. Play baseball regardless of ability or mental/physical and catch in the park or backyard. Instructor Tip Top Sports. Min 4/Max 30. challenges, in this non-competitive environment. A buddy assists each 424210-01 F 5:30-6:30pm 4/24 1 $19 CQPK player as much as they require in hitting, fielding and running the bases. 424210-02 F 5:30-6:30pm 6/5 1 $19 CQPK In this fun-filled, positive atmosphere, players develop self-esteem while learning new skills, exercising, and making new friends - turning miracles So You Think You Can Quarterback into reality! $30 discount for current Alexandria Therapeutic Recreation participants. Max 60. Ages 6-12. In this introduction to the quarterback position, players will 422704-01 W,Sa 4:30-6pm 4/18-5/27 $65 LCCM improve footwork, throwing technique and conditioning. Min 10/Max 20. 422709-01 Sa 10-11am 4/25-5/16 4 $59 BDPK Alexandria Titans Track & Field Club Fencing for Youth Ages 7-14 as of Aug. 30, 2019. The track club competes in local track Ages 10-15. Learn the basic principles including footwork, strategy and meets held around the metropolitan area on Saturdays. Club members will technique. Foils, masks and jackets provided (no rental fee). Please wear receive the basic skills and techniques of track and field with an emphasis comfortable, athletic clothing. Court shoes or cross trainers recommended. on teamwork, sportsmanship, commitment and healthy competition. $10 non-competitive U.S. Fencing membership required (details at first Available to City of Alexandria residents only. Min 30/Max 75. class session). Instructor Olde Town Fencing. Min 2/Max 16. Ages 7-14 422601-01 M 7:15-8:15pm 4/13-6/22 8 $69 CHRC 122705-01 Tu,Th 6-7:30pm 6/4-8/4 18 $85 TBD 122601-01 M 7:15-8:15pm 7/6-8/24 8 $69 CHRC Ages 5 & 6 122705-02 Tu,Th 6-7:30pm 6/4-8/4 18 $85 TBD Fencing for Teens/Adults Ages 16 & up. Learn the basic principles of the sport, including footwork, Alexandria City Track & Field Meet strategy and technique. Foils, masks and jackets provided (no equipment Ages 7-14 as of July 1, 2020. Run, jump, and throw! Participants can rental fee). Students should dress in comfortable, athletic clothing. Court enter two track events plus a relay and one field event. The top two place shoes or cross trainers recommended. $10 non-competitive U.S. Fencing winners in each group event will advance to the regional meet. City of membership required (details at first class session). Instructor Olde Town Alexandria residents only. Min 50/Max 200. Fencing. Min 2/Max 16. 422703-01 Sa 3pm 5/30 1 Free TBD 423100-01 W 7:15-8:15pm 4/15-6/24 8 $69 CHRC 123100-01 W 7:15-8:15pm 7/8-8/26 8 $69 CHRC Street Hockey Clinic NEW! Ages 7-14. Learn about the exciting sport of street hockey. This clinic will Intro to Pickleball focus on the fundamentals and equipment used in street hockey in a safe Age 18 & up. Are you interested in learning the fundamentals of and fun environment. Min 10/Max 50. Pickleball? Pickleball is played on a court, and combines elements of 422713-01 Sa 11am-1pm 4/25 1 $25 FHMS badminton, ping pong and tennis. Come out, have fun, meet new people and get some exercise! Please wear tennis or court shoes. All equipment is Girls Field Hockey League provided. Instructor George Dwyer. Min 6/Max 11. No class 7/3. Ages 8-14 as of July 31, 2020. Join us for a fun introduction to the 113610-01 F 9:30-10:25am 5/1-6/5 6 $65 CHRC rapidly growing sport of field hockey. Players are required to provide their 113610-02 F 9:30-10:25am 6/19-7/24 6 $65 CHRC own field hockey sticks, shin guards, goggles and mouthpieces. Registration Period: 3/15-6/1. City of Alexandria residents only. Min 20/Max 200. Intermediate Pickleball 122706-01 Tu,Th 6-7:30pm 6/2-6/30 9 $85 WRFD Ages 18 & up. Classes will focus on competitive play and teaches gamesmanship. Drills will include footwork, weight transfer and spin serve. Johnson & Siebert Teen Basketball League Please wear tennis or court shoes. All equipment is provided. Min 6/Max 8. Ages 12-17 as of June 1, 2020. Boys’ and girls’ teams will be formed Instructor George Dwyer. in two divisions (Ages 12-15 and Ages 16-17). Boys’ teams are formed by 413613-01 F 1-2:30pm 5/1-6/5 6 $65 CHRC a player skill assessment and draft. Girls’ teams are formed by recreation districts. The skills assessment will take place on Wednesday, June 6 at Power Plus Track NEW! Jefferson Houston School. All team practices and league games will be played during the week. Registration Period: 3/15-6/1. City of Alexandria Ages 50 & up. On your mark, set, go! A senior activity designed to instruct residents only. Min 40/Max 75. participants in the sport of track. Registration: 3/2-4/10. Min 5/Max 20 122702-01 M,W 6-9pm 6/3-8/3 $85 JHES 423229 Sa 1-2:30pm 4/18-5/23 $59 PHRC

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Alexandria Soccer Association Tots Soccer Alexandria Rugby Club Tag League Ages 2-4. Tots soccer classes introduce young players to the very basics of Grades K-5. Play the fastest growing youth team sport in the country in a soccer through fun activities in a small group environment. 95% of Tots class low-stress and fun environment. Girls and boys learn the basic rules, skills, participants are “likely to recommend a class to a friend OR take another techniques and strategies for playing Tag Rugby, a two-hand touch version ASA Tots class!” The classes focus on developing both motor and listening of Rugby 7’s. Participants are divided by grade and ability, so everyone gets skills in a comfortable atmosphere for kids and parents. No previous involved. Register at alexandriarugby.com. soccer experience is needed. Register at alexandria-soccer.org or call Tu,Th,S. 6-8pm 6/5-7/23 $100 BDPK 703.684.5425 to learn more! 12-12am 1/1-12/31 $82 TBD Alexandria Rugby Club Tackle League Grades 3-8. Youth Tackle Rugby is a fun and exciting rough-n-tumble game Alexandria Soccer Association Ball Mastery for boys and girls in grades 3-8. Teams are single gender. Summer rugby in Grades PreK-9. Does your child want to gain skills like Alex Morgan or Virginia plays 11 per team. Levels of play are grade based: 3rd - 4th (coed), Christian Pulisic? Ball mastery is a supplemental training program that 5th - 6th and 7th - 8th (single gender). Practices occur two nights each consists of technical training sessions and small sided soccer games with week with games on Saturday mornings in Alexandria and around northern an individual and team focus. Players are encouraged to also participate in Virginia. Register at alexandriarugby.com. the ASA recreational league and use this program to gain more confidence Tu,Th,Sa 6-8pm 6/5-7/22 $115 BDPK on the ball and have the opportunity to work with Alexandria Soccer professional coaches. The six (6) week program is offered each Fall and Alexandria Titans Flag Football League Spring. Register at alexandria-soccer.org or call 703.684.5425. Ages 5-14 as of May 1, 2020. This developmental program introduces 12-12am 1/1-11/1 $125 TBD participants to the sport of football. Participants will be divided into teams for league games by age. Register at alexandriatitansfootball.org. Min Alexandria Soccer Association Recreational Soccer 30/Max 100. Ages 4-19. This all-inclusive soccer program is for kids of all abilities Su TBD 5/31-7/13 $100 GWMS and experience levels. The league is all about fun, fitness and friendships. Participants enjoy one practice per week and one game on Saturdays (the Alexandria Titans Tackle Football season is 8 weekends long). This program is offered in both the fall and Ages 7-16 as of October 1, 2020. The Alexandria Titans are a member spring. No previous soccer experience is needed. Register at alexandria- of the Virginia American Youth Football Alliance (VAYFA), a full contact tackle soccer.org or call 703.684.5425 to learn more! football league. Teams are formed based on age. Practices begin in July with 12-12am 4/1-6/1 $95-120 TBD league play beginning in August. Each participant is required to have their own current Department of Motor Vehicle Identification Card to play and Alexandria Soccer Association Summer Camp receive equipment. Register at alexandriatitansfootball.org. Ages 5-18. ASA summer soccer camps (both full day and half day) keep TBD 6-8pm 7/27-11/15 $180 GWMS kids active, engaged and supported in a FUN soccer environment. “94% of campers are likely to return again and 95% are likely to refer a friend!” In Alexandria Little League Fall Baseball addition to engaging skill building games, campers will have the opportunity Ages 8-18. Develop the qualities of citizenship, discipline, teamwork, to compete in a World Cup Tournament and small sided games on a and physical well-being. By exposing the virtues of character, courage and daily basis. Led by licensed ASA staff coaches, the camp series provides loyalty, Alexandria Little League is designed to develop superior citizens an invaluable opportunity for players to be instructed and evaluated by while building fundamental baseball knowledge and skills. Practice and an excellent team of highly qualified coaches. Register at alexandria- game days vary by team. Register at alexandriabaseball.com. soccer.org or call 703.684.5425. varies varies 9/1-10/31 $160 Varies M-F 8:30am-3:30pm 6/22-8/31 $125-250 TBD

Alexandria Soccer Association Junior Academy Grades K-2 (Ages 6-8). The Junior Academy program, coached by Alexandria Soccer professional coaches, offers an early introduction to skill development Sports Hotlines and the ASA style of play. “88% of Junior Academy participants saw For weather and field closure updates, call: improvement in their ball skills.” Kids are recommended for the Junior Academy and invited to participate in the program from open “ID days”. The focus is on YOUTH: 703.746.5597 both individual techniques and team-oriented play. Junior Academy is offered ADULT MEN’S: 703.746.5596 in the Fall and Spring. For more information email Coach Grigor at grigor. ADULT COED & WOMEN’S: 703.746.5595 [email protected] or call 703.684.5425. Tu,Th 12-12am 3/1-11/1 $150-450 TBD

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Alexandria Soccer Association Academy Soccer Ages 8-19. Designed for competitive players, the Academy program is our TOURNAMENTS highest level of soccer and requires players to be evaluated (tryout) for teams each year. Academy teams practice two or three times per week with Pickleball Singles Classic Tournament a game on the weekend as well as participate in multiple tournaments All ages. Calling all Pickleball players, come show your skills in our indoor throughout the year. Supplemental tryouts are held during the winter for double elimination tournament. Players will play within their division based interested players. Register for June tryouts at Alexandria-soccer.org on experience level. Min 60/Max 60. or call 703.684.5425. 424003-01 Su TBD 6/7-6/715 PHRC 12-12am 9/1-6/15 varies TBD Senior Coed Pickleball Tournament Adult Soccer - Alexandria Soccer Association Ages 50 & up. Program Hit it and Score! Make your workout social Ages 19 & up. Alexandria Soccer Association is excited to introduce Adult by playing in a Pickle ball tournament. Register online at alexandriava. soccer which offer both outdoor and indoor soccer for ages 19+. Enroll this gov/Recreation. Registration: 3/2-5/1. Tournament play May 5-6 at the Lee Spring in either the men’s, master’s or coed division for outdoor soccer. Center outside courts. Individual “free agent” or team registration is available. The Adult Leagues 423227 Th- F varies 5/5–5/6 $15 NLRC offer an outlet to exercise, meet new friends and compete in a friendly, social environment. Register at alexandria-soccer.org or call 703.684.5425. Senior Coed Tennis Tournament 12-12am 3/1-5/31 $55-110 TBD Ages 50 & up. Volley and Score! Make your workout social by playing in our Tennis tournament. Register online at alexandriava.gov/Recreation. Registration: 3/2-4/10. ADULT LEAGUES 423229 M- Tu varies 4/20–4/21 $20 NLRC

Coed Volleyball* Kickball Weekend Tournament Ages 18 & up. Bump Set Spike! Make your workout social by exercising Ages 18 & up. Kick it up a notch at this kickball tournament while staying with a team at weekly volleyball games. Register for maximum of 6 and physically fit and socially active. All games will be played over two days. minimum of 4 of either gender. Registration: 7/3-8/21. League Play: Registration: 2/17–4/3. September - November. Register by team. 423231 Sa-Su varies 4/18-4/19 $195 JHPK 223201-02 Tu,W varies 9/8 -11/20 10 $525 varies

Coed Softball* Ages 18 & up. Lights on! Grab some friends for some fun recreational play where each player bats every inning. Register for maximum of 9 and Alexandria Boxing Club minimum of 6 of either gender. Registration: 7/3-8/21. League Play: Afterschool Youth Program September - November. Register by team. Ages 8-17. With a focus on athletic 223205-06 M-Th varies 9/8-11/20 10 $555 varies fundamentals and boxing basics, Alexandria Boxing Club offers year-round Men’s Softball* training for youth. The program focuses Ages 18 & up. Game on! Grab some friends and form your own team. on building discipline, self-confidence, Register for maximum of 9 and minimum of 6. Registration: 7/3-8/21. and work ethic through the sport of League Play: September - November. Register by team. boxing. Communal gloves/hand wraps 223203-04 W-Th varies 9/8-11/20 20 $725 varies available at no cost. This program is free to youth residing in the City of Coed Softball 3 Outs* Alexandria. Nonresidents are subject to recreation center fees. Ages 18 & up. Show your skills! Grab some friends and form your own team. Monday – Friday, 5-6:30pm, CHRC Register for maximum of 9 and minimum of 6 of either gender. Registration: 7/3-8/21. League Play: September - November. Register by team. Adult Boxing – Open Gym 223208 Th varies 9/8-11/20 10 $555 varies Ages 18 & up. Every day is different in the boxing gym. Jump in on a circuit workout or take out your stress on the heavy bag at Coed Soccer* your own pace. New members must attend orientations on the first Monday of every month. Each participant is required to register with Ages 18 & up. Kick and Score! Make your workout social by exercising with Charles Houston Recreation Center (see RPCA fee structure) and a team at weekly soccer games. Register for maximum of 9 and minimum USA Boxing (www.usaboxing.org). of 6 of either gender. Registration: 7/3-8/21. League Play: September Tuesday & Thursday, 7–8pm, CHRC - November. Register by team. 223200 M-Th varies 9/8-11/20 $795 varies

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EDUCATION Budding Entrepreneurs NEW! Ages 9-12. If you love Shark Tank, this empowering program is for you! Join NEW! Ninja Reading Time other intrepid students and develop a business plan for your own business idea. Ages 6 mos.-5 yrs. Parent Participation. The reading event your child never You will learn to take risks and persevere, while making business-like decisions saw coming! The movement experts from PK Move will read ninja books about strategy, marketing and finance. Students build confidence “learning by and lead some light stretches and parkour fun. No book is safe from the doing” and make their pitch presentations at the end! Instructor Spark Business Reading Ninja. Please wear athletic clothing and be prepared to participate. Academy. Min 6/Max 18. Instructor PK Move. Min 10/Max 15. 444204-01 Tu 6-6:45pm 4/21-6/2 7 $145 CQRC 442623-01 F 5:30-6:30pm 5/15 1 $15 ODRC 442623-02 F 5:30-6:30pm 6/12 1 $15 ODRC Adult Nutrition NEW! 142623-01 F 5:30-6:30pm 7/17 1 $15 ODRC Ages 18 & up. Jump start your healthy eating plan for 2020 by learning 142623-02 F 5:30-6:30pm 8/7 1 $15 ODRC some new habits and tricks from our Certified Nutrition Specialists. This interactive class is informative and fun with a great opportunity to meet new B.E.A.R. +ADULT DROP-IN INCLUSION friends embarking on a similar healthy habit journey. Min 3/Max 12. Ages 1-5 with adult. Be Enchanted About Reading is a story time with a 414010-01 W 6-7pm 4/29-5/20 4 $25 PHRC twist of enchantment. Listen to your favorite stories and fairy tales come to life as the reader acts out the story in full costume. Join the fun and wear Family Nutrition NEW! your own costume. Drop-in $15. Min 8/Max 25. No class 4/9. All Ages. Join our Certified Nutrition Specialists for a fun, interactive, program 443004-01 Th 10:30am-12pm 4/2-4/30 4 $55 NLRC center around family nutrition education. Your family will learn how to set 443004-02 Th 10:30am-12pm 5/7-5/28 4 $55 NLRC healthy eating goals, how to shop, how to prepare balanced meals, and 443004-03 Th 10:30am-12pm 6/4-6/18 3 $39 NLRC track your families progress together. Instructor Abby Gurara. Min 3/Max 12. 444003-01 M 6-7pm 4/27-5/18 4 $35 PHRC Colors, Shapes, and Numbers Ages 2½-5. Explore color, shapes, and numbers in a gently structured environment where we have hands on play, engaging arts and craft activities and make a colors, shapes, and numbers book. We review counting, number and shape recognition, charting, geometry, and more. Instructor Arianna. Min 3/Max 10. 442602-01 Th 11-11:45am 4/23-5/21 5 $65 ODRC 442602-02 Th 11-11:45am 5/28-6/18 4 $55 ODRC

Pre-K for Young Rembrandts Ages 3½-5. Young Rembrandts introduces preschoolers to useful drawing Soft Time Players skills and develops kindergarten readiness, using structured stepwise DROP-IN +ADULT instruction. As they learn to recognize and build on the simple shapes that in the Soft Play room underlie familiar images, preschoolers develop visual-motor processing and Ages 0-5 with adult. Run, jump, tumble and have fun! This drop-in motor skills while creating fun and colorful artwork. New lessons every week! playgroup encourages social and motor skill development. Call ahead Instructor Young Rembrandts. Min 5/Max 12. No class 5/23. to confirm availability. See pg. 56. Nonresidents $10 per 30 min. 442609-01 Sa 9-9:45am 4/18-5/30 6 $119 CHRC M-Th 9am-8pm ½hr. $5ea. CQRC F 9am-6pm ½hr. $5ea. CQRC My First Lemonade Stand NEW! Sa,Su 8-11am ½hr. $5ea. CQRC Ages 5-8. Let’s sell lemonade! Young students become “lemonade M-Th 9:30am-1pm ½hr. $5ea. CKRC entrepreneurs” and learn how to make yummy lemonade and earn M-F 9am-9pm ½hr. $5ea. CHRC money selling it! From designing marketing flyers to estimating profits to Sa 9am-6pm ½hr. $5ea. CHRC experimenting with recipes, students have fun while developing business Su 1-5pm ½hr. $5ea. CHRC savvy. Students launch the lemonade stand to raise money for a charity they select! Instructor Spark Business Academy. Min 6/Max 15. M-Sa 9am-9pm ½hr. $5ea. PHRC 444207-01 Tu 5-5:45pm 4/21-6/2 7 $145 CQRC

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Ages 5-7 SOCIALIZE 443810-01 Tu 6:15-7:15pm 4/7-5/12 6 $99 MVRC 443810-02 Tu 6:15-7:15pm 5/19-6/23 6 $99 MVRC Tummy Time +ADULT Ages 8-12 Ages 0-12 mos. with adult. Enrich your child’s pre-walking experience. 443810-03 Th 6:15-7:15pm 4/16-5/21 6 $99 MVRC Learn fun activities for enjoying tummy time and make playful social and 443810-04 Th 6:15-7:15pm 5/28-6/25 5 $99 MVRC emotional connections. Part of the class time will be spent in the Soft Playroom. Bring a blanket. Instructor Arianna. Min 3/Max 20. Minecraft Modding 444206-01 F 8:30-9:15am 4/17-5/29 7 $75 CQRC Ages 6-14. Students learn to create their own custom gameplay items and elements using MCreator and Minecraft; create artwork for various items; Kid Rock Social Hour +ADULT and implement them with custom behaviors. Design custom blocks, weapons, Ages 0-4 with adult. It’s never too early to help your children learn social food, biomes and more while learning about texturing, logic flow, asset skills. This unstructured playgroup encourages development through music, organization, and custom event triggers. Younger students focus more on movement and play. Drop-ins welcome on Fridays, $5 each. Instructor texture work. Instructor C3 Cyber Club Inc. Min 6/Max 12. No class 5/23, 7/4. Arianna. Min 10/Max 35. No program 5/25. Ages 6-9 453808-01 M,W,F 10am-12pm 4/27-6/12 21 $79 MVRC 442601-01 Sa 9-10am 4/18-5/30 6 $149 ODRC 453808-02 M,W 10am-12pm 4/27-6/10 14 $49 MVRC Ages 10-14 442601-02 Sa 10:15-11:15pm 6/20-8/1 6 $149 ODRC Playtime Express +ADULT DROP-IN INCLUSION Ages 0-5 with adult. Toddlers and preschoolers engage In unstructured LEGO® Lab DROP-IN activities that help develop social skills, self-discovery and build their Ages 7-12. LEGO Builders Unite! This is the perfect challenge for the imagination. Playtime Express will include inflatables, building blocks, creative builder. Participants can build LEGO models to their hearts content LEGOs, balls, tricycles and interactive toys that will increase their learning. or go off the grid and explore their creative side. Come Build with friends or Drop-in $9. Min 5/Max 20. No class 4/8. pick-up some pointers from new LEGO Masters like you. This drop-In program 493000-01 W 10:30am-12:30pm 4/1-5/27 8 $45 NLRC is led and supervised by a recreational staff member. Min 2/Max 25. 444001-01 Sa 10am-12pm 4/18 1 $9 PHRC Adult Social Club TR 444001-02 Sa 10am-12pm 4/25 1 $9 PHRC Ages 18 & up. For Therapeutic Recreation participants only. Develop 444001-03 Sa 10am-12pm 5/9 1 $9 PHRC leisure and recreational interests, awareness and life skills through 444001-04 Sa 10am-12pm 5/16 1 $9 PHRC activities, special events and outings in the Metropolitan area. All new participants are required to do an initial assessment prior to starting Coding & Design Games with Scratch Therapeutic Recreation programs. Online registration is not available. Ages 9-14. Use your imagination for creative thinking, while learning to Please contact the Therapeutic Recreation office to get more information at create and program simple games using a simple drag-and-drop interface 703.746.5422. Min 10/Max 40. No class 4/11. within the software Scratch, a project developed by the MIT Media Lab. Use 443000-01 Sa 11am-4pm 4/4-5/16 6 $79 NLRC premade art assets or create your own and learn how to program them to walk, talk and interact with objects. Instructor C3 Cyber Club Inc. Min 5/Max 12. Ages 6-9 442616-01 Th 6-7pm 4/16-5/21 6 $149 PHRC TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE Ages 10-14 442616-02 Th 7:15-8:15pm 6/18-7/23 6 $149 PHRC The Science Seed®: Lil Scientist Ages 3-6. Science is everywhere! Each session includes geology, biology, chemistry, physics and nature, exposing kids to a variety of fun and age- appropriate experiences. Each class builds a love of science and learning DOG OBEDIENCE and includes a note for parents about what was taught and how to continue the lesson at home. Instructor The Science Seed. Min 6/Max 12. 442620-01 Th 3:45-4:30pm 4/16-6/4 8 $135 ODRC Basic Obedience Dog Training 142620-01 W 10-10:45am 6/24-8/12 8 $135 CHRC Ages 16 & up. This class covers walking on a loose-leash heel with automatic sit, down, come, down from a distance, extended stays Science Art Mania and out of sight stays. Your dog will learn to Ages 5-12. Art activities spark young Scient-Art-ists’ imaginations! Learn respond to commands promptly and behave through activities like Pi with String art, Exploring Flashlight Painting well on leash. Be prepared to practice between with Cameras, Self-Driven Cardboard and Soda Can Cars, “Light It Up” lessons. Instructor Alexandria Dog Training Company. Min 4/Max 10. Cardboard Airport Runways, and more! Instructor Art Box. Min 6/Max 12. 443105-01 Tu 7-8pm 4/14-5/19 6 $299 ODRC

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IT’S SHOW TIME. Get your creative juices flowing and impress your family and friends with your new skills!

BALLET

Let’s Play Ballet +ADULT Pre-Ballet & Movement III Ages 2-3 with Adult. Let your little one experience the joy of being a Ages 4-5. Have a little ballerina ballet dancer! Playful exercises in pre-ballet and creative movement will ready for more? For those who are include dancing with magic wands, flowers, ribbons and more! One adult not quite age 5 and ready for Ballet per child attends class to be a guide for his/her dancer. Instructor Go I this class will reintroduce the five Bananas Dancing. Min 6/Max 10. positions, explore creative movement 452623-01 F 10:10-10:50am 4/17-6/5 8 $145 CHRC and disciplines of dance. Introduction 152623-01 F 10:10-10:50am 7/17-8/14 5 $95 CHRC to the basic ballet techniques, basic routines, barre and center floor, with preparation to Ballet I. Children Pre-Ballet & Movement I/II will continue to develop physical coordination and mental concentration. Ages 3-5. Do you have an aspiring ballerina? This class teaches children Prerequisite: Completion of previous pre-ballet and movement classes or the five ballet positions and explores creative movement. Students equivalent training. Instructor Elisa Creech. Min 5/Max 12. learn the disciplines of dance while having fun and promoting physical 452607-01 Sa 12-12:50am 5/9-6/20 6 $69 PHES coordination and mental concentration. Instructors Megan Lively and Elisa Creech. Min 5/Max 12. Tap n’ Ballet 452605-01 Su 12-12:50pm 5/10-6/21 6 $69 LEEC Ages 4-6. Introduce your child to the joyful rhythms of Tap and the beauty 452605-02 Sa 11-11:50am 5/9-6/20 6 $69 PHES of Ballet! The first half of this class will be devoted to Tap dancing and 152605-01 Sa 9:05-9:55am 6/27-8/22 7 $79 CHRC the second half will be Pre-Ballet, all focusing on building the children’s 152605-02 Sa 11-11:50am 6/27-8/22 7 $79 PHRC grace and musicality. Tap or noisy shoes and leather Ballet shoes recommended. Instructor Go Bananas Dancing. Min 6/Max 12. 452625-01 W 4-4:45pm 4/15-6/3 8 $145 CHRC Pre-Ballet & Movement II/III Ages 3-5. Already have a little ballerina? By reintroducing the five positions, dancers will learn small routines and basic technique while Ballet I exploring creative movement, having fun, promoting physical coordination Ages 5-7. Learn basic ballet techniques, including adagio, basic routines, and mental concentration. Prerequisite: completion of Pre-Ballet & barre and center floor. Children will learn the disciplines of dance while Movement or equivalent training. Instructors Megan Lively and Elisa Creech. having fun and promoting physical coordination and mental concentration. Min 5/Max 12. Instructors Megan Lively and Elisa Creech. Min 5/Max 12. 452606-01 Su 1-1:50pm 5/10-6/21 6 $69 LEEC 452610-02 Sa 9:10-10am 5/9-6/20 6 $69 PHES 452606-02 Sa 11-11:50am 5/9-6/20 6 $69 PHES 152610-01 Sa 11am-12pm 6/27-8/22 7 $79 CHRC 152606-01 Sa 10-10:50am 6/27-8/22 7 $79 CHRC 152610-02 Sa 9:10-10am 6/27-8/22 7 $79 PHRC 152606-02 Sa 11-11:50am 6/27-8/22 7 $79 PHRC Contemporary Dance Pre-Ballet with Go Bananas Dancing Ages 5-8. Blend elements of Contemporary and Modern dance, such Ages 3½-5. Experience the joy of dance! In this class kids will be as freedom of expression, interpretation of music, principles of fall and introduced to beginner Ballet steps in a fun environment that promotes recovery, control, breathing, balance and contraction/release. This dance self-expression. Students will stimulate their imaginations as they explore form allows students to explore their individual dance styles outside of creative movement with playful music and props. New material is added the structure of traditional ballet and jazz classes. Instructor Elisa Creech. each session so this class can be repeated. Instructor Go Bananas. Min Min 6/Max 12. 6/Max 12. 452631-01 Sa 1-2pm 5/16-6/20 6 $75 PHES 452624-01 F 11-11:45am 4/17-6/5 8 $145 CHRC 152631-01 Sa 1-2pm 6/27-8/22 8 $85 PHES

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DANCE MUSIC

Intro to Scottish Dancing Little Hands Music Ages 16 & up. An introduction to the traditional social dancing of Scotland, Ages 0-7. Shake, rattle and roll with bells, shakers, sticks, drums, and steps and formations done to the music of fiddles and accordions (but more! Move with scarves, parachute, and hoops to fully experience the joy not bagpipes). No partner or experience in dance is needed. Wear loose, of movement and music of this session’s theme. All classes are taught by comfortable clothing, and flat shoes that will stay on when you skip, spin, and experienced music educators and trained music therapists. To register, walk energetically. Instructor Ellie Briscoe. Min 8/Max 20. visit littlehands.com or call 703.631.2046. Min 6/Max 12. No class 453114-01 Th 7:30-9pm 4/23-6/11 8 $75 ODRC 5/25, 5/27, 6/11. Infants Tu 11:30am--12pm 4/14-6/9 9 $165 CHRC Social Dance Toddlers M 10-10:30am 4/20-6/1 6 $109 CHRC Ages 18 & up. No more sitting at the next wedding or beach party! M 10:45-11:15am 4/20-6/1 6 $109 CHRC Master the basic steps of social-style foxtrot, cha-cha and swing, and add Tu 10-10:30am 4/14-6/9 9 $165 CHRC a few fun steps to your slow dance. In this six-week series, you’ll learn to Tu 10:45-11:15am 4/14-6/9 9 $165 CHRC lead and follow as well as the steps and styling to be able to step out on Preschoolers Tu 12:30-1:15pm 4/14-6/9 9 $165 CHRC the dance floor with confidence. Instructor Kathy Carroll. Min 4/Max 20. 453103-01 Tu 7:30-8:30pm 5/26-6/30 6 $95 ODRC Family W 10-10:30am 7/8-8/12 6 $109 CHRC W 10:45- 11:15am 7/8-8/12 6 $109 CHRC Wedding Dances Little Fingers Piano Ages 18 & up. Couples, get ready for that special occasion or take the course to learn the Ages 2-5. Our youngest musicians will participate in guided musical three most common ballroom wedding dances, exploration and age appropriate theory as well as musical games, special the Waltz, Foxtrot and Rumba. Learn proper extension curriculum-based activities, musical listening excerpts, and more! dance position, how to lead and follow, and Instructor Learn Music Now. Min 6/Max 12. some basic patterns to form a routine for your 442618-01 F 10:30-11:15am 4/17-6/12 9 $185 CHRC dance. Both participants must register. Instructor Kathy Carroll. Min 4/Max 20. Poppin Piano NEW! 153103-01 Tu 7:30-8:30pm 7/7-8/11 6 $95 ODRC Ages 5-12. Students will participate in an ensemble music group. Students will learn about the instruments as well as how to play in a music group. Rental Instruments and Music Included. Students will take instruments and music home in between classes to enjoy. A rental agreement must be COOKING signed, and instruments must be returned in same condition at the last scheduled class date. Instructor Learn Music Now. Min 6/Max 15. 442624-01 W 6-7pm 4/22-6/1 8 $195 CHRC Edible Creations +ADULT INCLUSION NEW! 142624-01 W 6-7pm 6/26-8/21 8 $195 CHRC Ages 3-5 with adult. Create your own edible masterpiece with a variety of foods, such as fruits and vegetables. Min 5/Max 15. 453002-01 Tu 11-11:45am 4/14-4/28 3 $45 NLRC Private Music Lessons 453002-02 Tu 11-11:45am 5/5-5/19 3 $45 NLRC Ages 5 & up. Learn a new artistic skill or continue developing! 30-minute lessons are one-on-one with Mark Evans. Instructor can Adult Cooking Series NEW! teach piano, violin, cello and double bass. Ages 16 & up. Learn the fundamental skills, concepts and techniques that Piano provided; other instruments must be become increasingly more complex as the program progresses. Participants brought by students. Please call 703.746.5570 will demonstrate skills learned before moving on to more challenging to schedule a lesson or inquire about lesson techniques. Leave the workshop with the skills to prepare a complete meal times, must be scheduled minimum 5 days using a variety of cooking techniques. Instructor Tiny Chefs. Min 4/Max 40. before first lesson. Min 6/Max 16. 443101-01 F 6:30-8:30pm 4/24 1 $65 CHRC 442611-01 F 3-8:30pm 4/17-6/19 10 $349 CHRC 443101-02 F 6:30-8:30pm 5/15 1 $65 CHRC 442611-02 Sa 11am-2pm 4/18-6/20 10 $349 ODRC 142611-01 F 4-8:30pm 7/10-8/28 8 $279 CHRC 142611-02 Sa 11am-2pm 7/10-8/28 8 $279 ODRC

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Masterpiece for Kids! VISUAL ARTS Ages 2½-5yrs. Your little artist can explore the wonders of fine art while learning about a few famous painters such as Van Gogh, Frida Khalo, ART BOX: Preschoolers Paint +ADULT Georgia O’Keeffe and more. We will learn fine motor skills through music, Ages 0-3 with adult. Preschool artists explore the wonders of sensory stories, and hands on experience. Instructor Arianna. Min 3/Max 10. art using unconventional materials as the medium to explore, texture, 452629-01 Tu 6:30-7:15pm 4/21-5/19 5 $65 ODRC form and space. Food-based paint recipes, child-friendly painting tools, to stimulate learning in a creative, fun and highly active kid-friendly Abrakadoodle Mini Doodlers environment. Participants create special keepsakes and artwork with the Ages 3-6. Children develop their creativity through carefully designed hand/footprint of the child attending class. This class requires parent/ lessons that ignite imagination and develop skills. Using real artists’ caregiver participation. Instructor Art Box. Min 6/Max 24. materials including watercolors, tempera paints, oil pastels, creative tools 443806-01 Th 10-10:45am 4/2-5/7 6 $129 MVRC and more, children create masterpieces that are truly unique. All materials 443806-02 Th 10-10:45am 5/14-6/18 6 $129 MVRC are included. Instructor Abrakadoodle. Min 4/Max 12. 452613-01 W 2-2:45pm 4/15-6/3 8 $155 PHRC Ooey Goey Art +ADULT 152613-01 Tu 11-11:45am 6/23-8/11 8 $155 MVRC Ages 18 mos.- 3yrs with adult. Smash, mush, and mash! Infants and toddlers will experiment with all kinds of unusual materials using their Abrakadoodle Kids on Canvas NEW! to create colorful and creative works of art. Explore sculpture, painting, Ages 6-10. Doodlers develop new skills and talents while designing edible art, and more as we celebrate our creativity! Weekly themes will unique creations using a variety of wonderful materials. Each class have parents and children working together by having a fun and creative focuses upon developing skills, learning techniques and expanding self- time. Instructor Arianna. Min 3/Max 10. confidence. Doodlers develop artistic skills and craftsmanship, knowledge 452628-01 Tu 10-10:30am 4/21-5/19 5 $65 NLRC of artistic styles and art history, imaginative projects and the power of self- 452628-02 Tu 11-11:30am 4/23-5/21 5 $65 PHRC expression! Pick up from Jefferson Houston school available. Instructor Abrakadoodle. Min 6/Max 15. Abrakadoodle Twoosy Doodlers +ADULT 452632-01 Tu 2:45-3:45pm 4/21-5/19 5 $85 ODRC Ages 20 mos.-3 yrs. with adult. Little fingers will experiment with painting, gluing, sticking, printing and creating while developing fine Artistic Drawing with Young Rembrandts motor, language and self-help skills. This is an “I can do it “class that is Ages 6-10. Have a young baseball fan? They will love our baseball still life fun and creative. Each session has new activities, and moms and helpers lesson. Learning about warm colors and cool colors will be the focus as our get to play too. Instructor Abrakadoodle. Min 5/Max 12. artists draw a detailed exterior of a house. Students will explore the intricate 452600-01 Th 10-10:45am 4/16-6/4 8 $155 CHRC details of the breathtaking Taj Mahal. Finally, we’ll take an imaginary trip to 452600-02 Tu 10-10:45am 4/14-6/2 8 $155 MVRC some beautiful places to draw a cute flamingo as well as learn about the 152600-01 Th 10-10:45am 6/25-8/13 8 $155 CHRC history and artistry of a kimono. Instructor Young Rembrandts. Min 5/Max 152600-02 Tu 10-10:45am 6/23-8/11 8 $155 MVRC 15. No class 5/23. 452626-01 Sa 10-11:30am 4/18-5/30 6 $189 CHRC Stop, Drop & Art +ADULT Ages 2-5 with adult. Create a take-home art project in this fun and social Craft Blast for Kids! NEW! class. Participants will enjoy hands-on instruction in a variety of mediums, Ages 9-12. Looking for something fun and creative for children? Then the with a different project each week. Min 3/Max 10. Craft Blast is the answer! Explore and learn about crafts as you create fun 454204-01 F 9:30-10am 4/17-5/29 7 $75 CQRC work using clay, plaster, tie dye, glue, painting and other unique materials. Min 8/Max 12. Enchanted Expeditions NEW! 153702-01 Th 3-5pm 6/18-7/9 4 $35 CKRC Ages 2-7. Get ready to partake in an enchanting journey through creative expression and STEM! Each week enchanting characters will await your help Artworks TR to solve compelling puzzles! Your time will be filled with spellbinding obstacle Ages 18 & up. Let your creative side shine through while using a variety courses, magical science experiments, riveting projects and more. Get ready of art mediums and learning new art skills. This program is geared to explore a vibrant new world! Enchanted Expeditions pulls from the Emilio towards individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Reggio approach, a methodology based on self-directed activity, hands-on All new participants are required to do an initial assessment prior to learning, collaborative play and teamwork. Min 8/Max 13. starting programs. Online registration is not available. Please contact the 453615-01 Tu 11am-12pm 5/5-6/2 5 $105 CHRC Therapeutic Recreation Office to get more information at 703.746.5535. 453615-02 W 4:30-5:30pm 5/6-6/3 5 $105 CHRC Min 5/Max 12. No class 4/6, 4/13. 453000-01 M 3:30-5pm 3/30-4/27 3 $19 NLRC

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Torpedo Factory Art Center Celebrate National Poetry Month in the City of Alexandria 105 N. Union St. • 703.746.4570 FREE ADMISSION KaNikki Jakarta, the City of Alexandria’s Poet [email protected] • torpedofactory.org Laureate, invites all Alexandrians to participate Hours: Su-W & F-Sa: 10 am-6 pm; Th: 10 am-9 pm in National Poetry Month activities throughout the month of April. Schools, local businesses, Founded in 1974 in a former naval libraries, and recreation centers will promote munitions plant, the Torpedo Factory poetry writing and reading and encourage Art Center is home to America’s largest broad participation in the month-long celebration. colony of publicly accessible working- The Academy of American Poets designated April as National artist studios under one roof. Explore Poetry Month to celebrate poetry and its ability to enrich everyday all three floors to find work by more life. To learn more about National Poetry Month and the activities than 165 local artists. Watch them at their craft, ask about their celebrated throughout the country, visit www.Poets.org. creative processes, and purchase original work for your collection. To get involved in local poetry activities, e-mail poet@alexandriava. gov, or call Cheryl Anne Colton, Regional Program Director at Credit: Joe Gidjundis/JPG Photography 703.746.5565, or visit alexandriava.gov/Arts.

ARE YOU PREPARED TO PUBLISH? Saturday, April 18, 1–3 p.m. “Prep to Publish?” is a workshop facilitated by Award Winning Poet, Author, & Publisher KaNikki Jakarta designed with writers in mind. Writers who have a great book idea or who have completed their manuscript often struggle with the question, “Am I ready to publish?” If you have never published before, you are unsure how to answer this pressing question. The workshop helps you answer this question by providing a workshop created to examine where you are in the planning stages of your publishing journey. The attendees will engage CONNECT @torpedofactory in an intensive, interactive, discussion with activities that will assist them in determining the next steps needed to prepare for the publishing process. Completing a great manuscript means nothing if you never publish it for the readers of the world. Join us for a great workshop that brings you closer to your dream of becoming a published author. #artsALX A FRIENDLY GAME OF SLAM Friday, April 24, 6:30-9 p.m. Slam starts at 7 p.m., 2 rounds. Slam, why don’t you? Not for a team. Not for a title. Just for the celebration of poetry, poets, and poetry month. Don’t wanna UpCycle Creative Reuse Center slam, come to watch! At UpCycle CRC, artistic creativity and conservation go hand in hand. Both poetry events will be held at the Oswald Durant Center, UpCycle’s visual arts programs 1605 Cameron Street, Alexandria, VA and are hosted by KaNikki integrate reclaimed materials and Jakarta, Poet Laureate, in collaboration with the Department of various arts media in exploratory Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities’ Office of the Arts. art experiences and project work. For more information about classes Events are free; RSVP is requested. Email [email protected]. and camps, visit UpCycleCRC.org For information about the Poet Laureate and literary programs, contact Cheryl Anne Colton at 703.746.5565 or cherylanne. [email protected], or visit alexandriava.gov/Arts.

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MAKE THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE. Investigate Alexandria’s natural resources and its inhabitants and learn how to care for the environment. Don’t wait, quench your curiosity today.

NATURE School’s out, Nature’s in! Fledglings +ADULT Grades K-5. School’s out, but we’re open! Participants Ages 2-3 with adult. Engage your toddler with nature and reading as we will enjoy nature-themed games and crafts, meet live dive into the beautifully illustrated books of Denise Fleming. Each session animals, and hike in Dora Kelley Nature Park. Snacks will involve a story, activity and outdoor exploration (weather permitting). Fee included. Drop-off starts at 8:45 a.m. Min 8/Max 16. covers cost of all three sessions. Min 5/Max 12. 569802-11 M 9am-3pm 4/13 1 $75 BFNC 469801-01 F 10:30-11:15am 4/17, 5/15, 6/5 3 $25 BFNC Family Fishing at Lake Cook +ADULT Nature Play +ADULT DROP-IN Ages 6-10. Catch the big one! Naturalist staff will meet you at Lake Cook Ages 2-4 with adult. You’re invited to join our naturalist led nature play for a morning of fishing. Fishing poles and tackle provided, as well as, dates! Children will explore nature through hands-on activities both in and basic group fishing lessons. Registration fee required for each child, and outdoors (weather permitting). Activities will vary each month and may all children must be accompanied by at least one adult. Catch and release include both structured and unstructured play. Participants are encouraged only. Min 8/Max 16. to sign up for all three sessions! Max 12 469844-01 Sa 10am-12pm 5/9 1 $9 CRPK 669825-01 Sa 10:30-11:30am 5/2 1 $5 BFNC 469844-02 Sa 10am-12pm 6/13 1 $9 CRPK 669825-02 Sa 10:30-11:30am 6/6 1 $5 BFNC 669825-03 Sa 10:30-11:30am 7/11 1 $5 BFNC Summer Solstice Overnight Ages 7-11. Kick off your summer in style with an overnight at the Nature Little Adventures +ADULT Center! The evening will include a night hike, animal encounters, and other Ages 3-5 with adult. Explore the natural world and Dora Kelley Nature Park fun, nature-oriented activities! In the morning, we’ll go on a sunrise hike with a naturalist as we search for animal homes and signs of spring. We will followed by a light breakfast. Dinner not included. Min 8/Max 16. play games, make crafts, and go for a forest walk (weather permitting). Fee 469845-01 F,Sa 7pm-8am 6/19-6/20 2 $85 BFNC covers cost of all three sessions. Min 5/Max 12. 469800-01 F 10:30am-12pm 4/24, 5/29, 6/12 3 $35 BFNC Pet Responsibility Ages 7-12. Do you have a pet, or are you thinking of adding one to your Rocking Reptiles +ADULT family? Join us to learn about the daily, weekly and yearly care that different Ages 3-5 with adult. Escape into Reptile World! Come and learn about a animals need. You will even get a chance to meet some of the residents of variety of reptiles and the nature they live in. Children will also engage in an the Nature Center and discover organizations where you can adopt the right arts and craft activity as well as Playtime Express. Instructor Arianna. Min 5/ pet for you. Min 5/Max 12. Max 15. No class 4/6, 4/13. 469828-01 Sa 10:30am-12pm 5/30 1 $5 BFNC 463000-01 M 10:30-11:15am 3/30-4/27 3 $45 NLRC 463000-02 M 10:30-11:15am 5/4-5/18 3 $45 NLRC

Jerome “Buddie” Ford Nature Center alexandriava.gov/NatureCenter 5750 Sanger Ave. • 703.746.5559 • Hours: W-Sa 10 am-5 pm year-round; Su 1-5 pm April-October

FREE ADMISSION! • Live turtles, snakes, toads, salamanders, and more Weekdays at the Nature Center • Mounted black bear, red fox, turkey, and bobcat All mini-interactives start at 11 am and are free and open to the public. • Greenhouse with a variety of fruit trees, herbs, and flowers Wednesdays: Storytime – Join us for a • Exhibits on local geology, insects, and aerial maps short story in our library. • MicroEye interactive exhibit; view specimens up to 40x zoom Thursdays: Animal Brunch – Watch our turtles, • 50-acre wildlife sanctuary, 1-mile paved trail, marshland, frogs, or newts dine on their favorite foods. and stream Fridays: Animal Meet & Greet – Get to know • Birthday parties, field-trips, and volunteer opportunities an animal that lives at the nature center. available

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alexandriava.gov/Recreation 2323 Alex FunGapCamp Camp Sports Alex FunDay/ Care & After Before Ocean Life Pastel Tween Workshop Fashion Runway Intro to PastelsArt Dinos &Reptiles Adventure Park and Teeny Tiny Art Really Big, Gigantic 3D Drawing Explorers Young Artist Lacrosse Camp Intro toSkateboarding Nerf Fencing Camp Medieval Battle Camp Warrior’s Call Ninja Ranger: Half DayCamp Swim Tennis Camp Fun &Fundamentals Little Shots Tennis Camp Swim Camp Making Waves STEM &SplashCamp in TrainingCounselor Alex FunCamp Doodle Drawing Machine Creative Time Cooking Camp 4-H FoodFrenzy The ofCupcakes Art Kid’s CookOff Creation Tiny ChefsResturant Dips andDonuts Cooking Camp Cupcake Wars the World Cooking Around American Picnic Baseball Camp Alexandria Aces Camp Hoop LifeBasketball Tumbling Camp Excite Soccer Soccer Camp Soccer Pros PK Move Parkour Camp Media Camp Hoop LifeSport British Soccer Challenger Sports CLASSIC CAMPS SPORTS CAMPS CREATIVE ARTS COOKING CAMPS

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25 25 25 28 28 28 28 28 28 28 28 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 25 28 28 28 28 28 28 28 28 28 28 27 27 27 27 27 27 27 27 PAGE # 13-16 12-14 12-17 3½-6 3½-6 3½-6 6-16 6-12 5-16 6-12 8-12 6-12 6-12 6-12 6-12 6-12 3-11 6-12 6-12 8-12 6-12 7-13 6-11 7-11 8-12 8-12 6-12 6-12 6-12 6-12 6-12 8-16 4-14 4-10 6-10 6-10 2-16 4-5 4-6 3-5 AGES 6/22 – 6/26 6/29 – 7/2 7/6 – 7/10 7/13 – 7/17 7/20 – 7/24 7/27 – 7/31 8/3 – 8/7 8/10 – 8/14 8/17 – 8/21 8/24 – 8/28 Extended Adventure & Camp Adventure Camp Adventure TR TeenieCamp Weenie TeenieCamp Weenie Before Care Extra Fun Weeks & Before Care Summer Summer Power-Up Summer Power-Up Teen ExcursionCamp Adventure Camp Fishing VA OutsideBiking Camp 4-H JuniorCamp andFun Fish World Camp Habitats ofthe Science ExplorersCamp Nature Camp After Care Budding NaturalistCamp Tadpole Camp Tadpole Camp Innovation Lab Workshop STEAM Drawing Robotics Silver KnightsLEGO® Science Magic Potter Harry STEM Challenge + with LEGO® STEM Challenge Silver KnightsChess with LEGO® with LEGO® Intro toSTEM Intro toSTEM C3 TeenCamps Creative Teensfor Computer Technology toCode Learn Game Design Silver Knights Roblox &GameDesign IncrediFlix Production Game Design& Coding LEGO® Coding LEGO® & Visual Robotics & Visual Robotics Ultimate MusicExperience Theatrical Teens! Dramatic Kids! Ballet/Hip-Hop Camp ART BOX Musical Theater Act ItOut! Under theSea & Wishes Magical Wands & Wishes Magical Wands Extended Adventure & Camp Adventure Camp Adventure TR Before Care Extra Fun Weeks & Before Care Summer Teen ExcursionCamp Adventure Camp Fishing VA OutsideBiking Camp 4-H JuniorCamp andFun Fish World Camp Habitats ofthe Science ExplorersCamp Nature Camp After Care Budding NaturalistCamp Innovation Lab Workshop STEAM Drawing Robotics Silver KnightsLEGO® Science Magic Potter Harry STEM Challenge + with LEGO® STEM Challenge Silver KnightsChess C3 TeenCamps Creative Teensfor Computer Technology toCode Learn Game Design Silver Knights Roblox &GameDesign IncrediFlix Production Game Design& Ultimate MusicExperience Theatrical Teens! Dramatic Kids! Ballet/Hip-Hop Camp ART BOX Musical Theater Act ItOut! Under theSea COMPUTER CAMPS COMPUTER CAMPS PERFORMING ARTS PERFORMING ARTS CAMP ADVENTURE CAMP ADVENTURE OUT OF SCHOOL TIME OUT OF SCHOOL TIME NATURE &EXCURSION NATURE &EXCURSION STEM CAMPS STEM CAMPS TM TM

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STEM & Splash Camp Ages 7-11. Your camper will love this fun and engaging combination of STEM activities like robot building and science experiments, and Splashball which will 172628-01 M-F 9am-4pm 7/13-7/17 $385 CQPK introduce them to the exciting sport of water polo. Campers will make friends and 172628-02 M-F 9am-4pm 7/20-7/24 $385 CQPK learn new skills during a variety of hands-on activities in the recreation center, in 172628-03 M-F 9am-4pm 7/27-7/31 $385 CQPK the park, and in the pool. Camp information forms are required to confirm regis- tration. Campers are required to bring their own bag lunch, snacks, water bottle, swim suit and towel. Min 8/Max 12. No camp 7/3. Ninja Ranger: Warriors Call 174201-01 M-Th 9am-4pm 6/29-7/2 $249 CQRC Ages 6-12. This camp offers an amazing combination of martial arts instruction, life skills, self-defense skills, team work, fitness, and lots of fun. Instructor WRCB Karate. Min 10/Max 25. No camp 7/3. Making Waves Swim Camp 172649-01 M-Th 9am-4pm 6/29-7/2 $185 ODRC Ages 6-11. Start the summer off right learning skills and confidence in the 172649-02 M-F 9am-4pm 7/13-7/17 $225 LEEC water that will prepare your child for a fun and safe summer at the pool or beach. Campers will receive two daily structured small group swim lessons with 172649-03 M-F 9am-4pm 7/27-7/31 $225 ODRC a certified American Red Cross swim instructor at their skill level (levels 1, 2 or 172649-04 M-F 9am-4pm 8/10-8/14 $225 ODRC 3), including fundamental aquatic skills, water safety, and stroke development. Campers will also enjoy games, arts and crafts, and free swim throughout the Medieval Battle Camp week. Camp information forms are required to confirm registration. Campers Ages 8-12. Think tactically as you learn the art of medieval combat. Archery, are required to bring their own bag lunch, snacks, water bottle, swim suit and chess, and sword fighting come together in one great camp. Build battle related towel. Min 8/Max 18. crafts like model catapults, castles and armor. An introduction to archery teach- 174200-01 M-F 9am-4pm 6/15-6/19 $295 CQRC es range safety and proper shooting form. Plus, fence using real epees, learn 174200-02 M-F 9am-4pm 6/22-6/26 $295 CQRC about the evolution of fencing and practice different techniques. All equipment 174200-03 M-F 9am-4pm 7/6-7/10 $295 CQRC and uniforms are provided. Instructor NOVA Fencing. Min 8/Max 20. 174200-04 M-F 9am-4pm 7/13-7/17 $295 CQRC 172667-01 M-F 9am-4pm 7/6-7/10 $319 ODRC 174200-05 M-F 9am-4pm 7/20-7/24 $295 CQRC 172667-02 M-F 9am-4pm 7/13-7/17 $319 ODRC 174200-06 M-F 9am-4pm 7/27-7/31 $295 CQRC 172667-03 M-F 9am-4pm 8/17-8/21 $319 ODRC 174200-07 M-F 9am-4pm 8/3-8/7 $295 CHRC Nerf® Fencing Camp Half Day Swim Camp Ages 6-12. Campers will learn the basic stance, lunge, parries, and attacks, Ages 4-5. Start the summer off right learning skills and confidence in the water as well as the basic concepts of fencing. All ages will use Nerf® foam sabers that will prepare your child for a fun and safe summer at the pool or beach. with the option to wear fencing equipment. Instructor TSP Team. Min 8/Max Campers will receive daily structured small group swim lessons with a certified 20. No camp 7/3. American Red Cross swim instructor at their skill level (levels 1 or 2), including fun- 172659-01 M-Th 9am-12pm 6/29-7/2 $149 LEEC damental aquatic skills, water safety, and stroke development. Campers will also 172659-02 M-F 9am-12pm 8/24-8/28 $185 LEEC enjoy games and arts and crafts. Camp information forms are required to confirm registration. Campers must be potty trained. Min 6/Max 12. Intro to Skateboarding 474201-01 M-F 9am-12pm 6/1-6/5 $169 CQRC 474201-02 M-F 1-4pm 6/1-6/5 $169 CQRC Ages 6-12. This skateboard camp is jam-packed with fun, excitement, and safety. Campers will receive instruction on how to safely ride, tack turn, kick 474201-03 M-F 9am-12pm 6/8-6/12 $169 CQRC turn, approach ramps, rock n’ roll, rock to fakie, olly, grind, drop in and get air. 474201-04 M-F 1-4pm 6/8-6/12 $169 CQRC Instructional moves and skating games will be incorporated daily. Campers will need to bring their own skateboards, helmets and protective padding. Little Shots Tennis Camp Instructor TSP Team. Min 10/Max 25. Ages 4-6. Little ones are introduced to tennis through fun games and activities 172630-01 M-F 9am-4pm 7/20-7/24 $375 SJSP designed to build hand-eye coordination and familiarity with the tennis ball and 172630-02 M-F 9am-4pm 8/10-8/14 $375 SJSP racket. Staff to participant ratio 1:5. Instructor FirstServe Tennis. Min 4/Max 10. 172630-03 M-F 9am-12pm 8/24-8/28 $185 SJSP 172627-01 M-F 9-11:30am 8/3-8/7 $289 CQPK 172627-02 M-F 9-11:30am 8/10-8/14 $289 CQPK Lacrosse Camp Ages 3-11. Players develop fundamentals in a safe and fun environment. With Fun & Fundamentals Tennis Camp an emphasis on hand/eye coordination, speed, agility, and stick skills, this Ages 7-13. Through fun “games-based” activities and differentiated instruction, clinic is perfect for students brand new to lacrosse as well as intermediate beginners and experienced players learn the fundamental strokes; forehand, players wanting to take their game to the next level. All players will warm-up backhand, volleys, overhead and serve. Full Day camp includes daily swim Tu-F. together, and then groups will work separately. Players will need a lacrosse stick. Students should bring a water bottle, lunch and swim gear/towel. Staff to partic- Equipment can be provided through tspteam.com. Instructor TSP Team. Min 10/ ipant ratio 1:8. Instructor FirstServe Tennis. Min 6/Max 16. Max 25. No camp 7/3.

Half Day, Ages 3-6 172661-01 M-Th 9am-12pm 6/29-7/2 $149 JHES 172661-02 M-F 9am-12pm 7/20-7/24 $185 CQPK 172661-03 M-F 9am-12pm 8/3-8/7 $185 JHES 172661-04 M-F 9am-12pm 8/10-8/14 $185 JHES Full Day, Ages 7-11 STEM & Splash Camp 172631-01 M-Th 9am-4pm 6/29-7/2 $205 JHES Ages 7-11. Your camper will love this fun and engaging combination of STEM Soccer Pros Soccer Camp activities like robot building and science experiments, and Splashball which will 172628-01 M-F 9am-4pm 7/13-7/17 $385 CQPK Excite Soccer introduce them to the exciting sport of water polo. Campers will make friends and 172628-02 M-F 9am-4pm 7/20-7/24 $385 CQPK Ages 6-10. Specializing in soccer instruction and games, Soccer Pros is Ages 3-5. Children are encouraged to develop their mental, physical, and learn new skills during a variety of hands-on activities in the recreation center, in a physical develop-ment program for boys and girls. Young campers learn 172628-03 M-F 9am-4pm 7/27-7/31 $385 CQPK social abilities through creative soccer games and other activities taught by the park, and in the pool. Camp information forms are required to confirm regis- fundamental skills through dribbling, shooting and passing games in a warm highly experienced staff; all trained in working with young children. Participants tration. Campers are required to bring their own bag lunch, snacks, water bottle, and friendly environment. Older age groups focus on developing skills and will learn individual skills, teamwork, and most importantly, have fun! Our swim suit and towel. Min 8/Max 12. No camp 7/3. Ninja Ranger: Warriors Call techniques through soccer games, and team-building competitions. Enjoy emphasis is on mastering basic coordination and agility with and without a 174201-01 M-Th 9am-4pm 6/29-7/2 $249 CQRC Ages 6-12. This camp offers an amazing combination of martial arts instruction, special appearances from current or former professional soccer players to sign soccer ball, as well as a confidence-building environment. Instructor Excite life skills, self-defense skills, team work, fitness, and lots of fun. Instructor WRCB autographs and answer questions about becoming a real soccer pro! Instructor Soccer. Min 10/Max 25. No camp 7/3. Karate. Min 10/Max 25. No camp 7/3. TSP Team. Min 10/Max 25. Making Waves Swim Camp 172633-01 M-F 9am-12pm 6/22-6/26 $165 JHES 172649-01 M-Th 9am-4pm 6/29-7/2 $185 ODRC 172632-01 M-F 9am-4pm 7/13-7/17 $255 JHES 172633-02 M-Th 9am-12pm 6/29-7/2 $135 CQPK Ages 6-11. Start the summer off right learning skills and confidence in the 172649-02 M-F 9am-4pm 7/13-7/17 $225 LEEC 172632-02 M-F 9am-4pm 8/17-8/21 $255 JHES water that will prepare your child for a fun and safe summer at the pool or 172633-04 M-F 9am-12pm 7/6-7/10 $165 JHES beach. Campers will receive two daily structured small group swim lessons with 172649-03 M-F 9am-4pm 7/27-7/31 $225 ODRC 172633-06 M-F 9am-12pm 7/13-7/17 $165 CQPK a certified American Red Cross swim instructor at their skill level (levels 1, 2 or 172649-04 M-F 9am-4pm 8/10-8/14 $225 ODRC Hoop Life Sport Media Camp 172633-03 M-F 9am-12pm 7/20-7/24 $165 JHES 3), including fundamental aquatic skills, water safety, and stroke development. Ages 12-17. Does your child like sports? Would they like to be on TV? Do they 172633-05 M-F 9am-12pm 7/27-7/31 $165 CQPK Campers will also enjoy games, arts and crafts, and free swim throughout the Medieval Battle Camp like using computers or cell phones? They will have a blast at this camp learning to use computers, cell phones, and their personalities to create awesome sports week. Camp information forms are required to confirm registration. Campers Ages 8-12. Think tactically as you learn the art of medieval combat. Archery, content to be viewed around the world. This camp is conducted by sports broad- Tumbling Camp are required to bring their own bag lunch, snacks, water bottle, swim suit and chess, and sword fighting come together in one great camp. Build battle related cast professionals. Instructor Hoop Life. Min 10/Max 20. Ages 4-10. Tumblers will start learning basic techniques, such as forward rolls, towel. Min 8/Max 18. crafts like model catapults, castles and armor. An introduction to archery teach- backward rolls, handstands and bridges. A fun warm-up exercise will help athletes 174200-01 M-F 9am-4pm 6/15-6/19 $295 CQRC es range safety and proper shooting form. Plus, fence using real epees, learn 172671-01 M-F 9am-4pm 7/6-7/10 $250 ODRC attain these skills. Instructor TSP Sports. Min 10/Max 18. 174200-02 M-F 9am-4pm 6/22-6/26 $295 CQRC about the evolution of fencing and practice different techniques. All equipment 172671-02 M-F 9am-4pm 7/20-7/24 $250 ODRC 172665-01 M-F 9am-12pm 6/22-6/26 $185 LEEC 174200-03 M-F 9am-4pm 7/6-7/10 $295 CQRC and uniforms are provided. Instructor NOVA Fencing. Min 8/Max 20. 174200-04 M-F 9am-4pm 7/13-7/17 $295 CQRC 172667-01 M-F 9am-4pm 7/6-7/10 $319 ODRC Challenger Sports British Soccer Hoop Life Basketball Camp 174200-05 M-F 9am-4pm 7/20-7/24 $295 CQRC 172667-02 M-F 9am-4pm 7/13-7/17 $319 ODRC Ages 2-16. Challenger Sports’ British Soccer coaches are back in 2020 to 174200-06 M-F 9am-4pm 7/27-7/31 $295 CQRC 172667-03 M-F 9am-4pm 8/17-8/21 $319 ODRC deliver another summer of fun, innovative and high-quality coaching to your Ages 4-14. Like basketball? In this fun, safe, and organized camp, learn the 174200-07 M-F 9am-4pm 8/3-8/7 $295 CHRC budding soccer stars! Each day includes foot skills, technical drills, tactical fundamentals of basketball and get an opportunity to display those fundamentals Nerf® Fencing Camp practices, small-sided games, coached scrimmages, and a daily World Cup in skill competitions and scrimmages for prizes. Campers will leave with improved tournament. Equally important, the Challenger coaching staff provides your skills, a heightened basketball IQ, and any earned awards. All staff have playing Half Day Swim Camp Ages 6-12. Campers will learn the basic stance, lunge, parries, and attacks, child with lessons in self-discipline, good sportsmanship and respect for and/orcoaching experience in the higher levels of basketball, including the NBA. Ages 4-5. Start the summer off right learning skills and confidence in the water as well as the basic concepts of fencing. All ages will use Nerf® foam sabers others. Campers will receive a free Challenger soccer ball, camp t-shirt, per- No experience necessary to participate. Instructor Hoop Life. Min 10/Max 45. that will prepare your child for a fun and safe summer at the pool or beach. with the option to wear fencing equipment. Instructor TSP Team. Min 8/Max sonal evaluation and poster. To register, visit challengersports.com or call No camp 7/3. Campers will receive daily structured small group swim lessons with a certified 20. No camp 7/3. 1.800.878.2167, ext. 239. Min 5/Max 20. 172626-01 M-F 9am-4pm 6/22-6/26 $265 JHES American Red Cross swim instructor at their skill level (levels 1 or 2), including fun- 172659-01 M-Th 9am-12pm 6/29-7/2 $149 LEEC 172626-02 M-Th 9am-4pm 6/29-7/2 $215 JHES damental aquatic skills, water safety, and stroke development. Campers will also 172659-02 M-F 9am-12pm 8/24-8/28 $185 LEEC First Kicks, Ages 2-3 enjoy games and arts and crafts. Camp information forms are required to confirm M-F 8-9am 6/22-6/26 $79 CQPK 172626-03 M-F 9am-4pm 7/6-7/10 $265 JHES registration. Campers must be potty trained. Min 6/Max 12. M-F 8-9am 7/6-7/10 $79 CQPK 172626-04 M-F 9am-4pm 7/13-7/17 $265 JHES Intro to Skateboarding 474201-01 M-F 9am-12pm 6/1-6/5 $169 CQRC M-F 8-9am 8/24-8/28 $79 JHES 172626-05 M-F 9am-4pm 7/20-7/24 $265 JHES 474201-02 M-F 1-4pm 6/1-6/5 $169 CQRC Ages 6-12. This skateboard camp is jam-packed with fun, excitement, and 172626-06 M-F 9am-4pm 7/27-7/31 $265 JHES safety. Campers will receive instruction on how to safely ride, tack turn, kick Half Day, Ages 6-12 474201-03 M-F 9am-12pm 6/8-6/12 $169 CQRC 172626-07 M-F 9am-4pm 8/3-8/7 $265 JHES turn, approach ramps, rock n’ roll, rock to fakie, olly, grind, drop in and get air. M-F 9am-12pm 6/22-6/26 $139 CQPK 474201-04 M-F 1-4pm 6/8-6/12 $169 CQRC 172626-07 M-F 9am-4pm 8/10-8/14 $265 JHES Instructional moves and skating games will be incorporated daily. Campers M-F 9am-12pm 7/6-7/10 $139 CQPK will need to bring their own skateboards, helmets and protective padding. M-F 9am-12pm 8/24-8/28 $139 JHES Alexandria Aces Baseball Camp Little Shots Tennis Camp Instructor TSP Team. Min 10/Max 25. Full Day, Ages 6-16 Ages 8-16. Join the Cal Ripken Collegiate Summer League, one of the Ages 4-6. Little ones are introduced to tennis through fun games and activities 172630-01 M-F 9am-4pm 7/20-7/24 $375 SJSP M-F 9am-4pm 6/22-6/26 $179 CQPK highest rated collegiate summer leagues in the country by Baseball designed to build hand-eye coordination and familiarity with the tennis ball and 172630-02 M-F 9am-4pm 8/10-8/14 $375 SJSP M-F 9am-4pm 7/6-7/10 $179 CQPK racket. Staff to participant ratio 1:5. Instructor FirstServe Tennis. Min 4/Max 10. America. Study under professional baseball coaches and some of the best 172630-03 M-F 9am-12pm 8/24-8/28 $185 SJSP M-F 9am-4pm 8/24-8/28 $179 JHES 172627-01 M-F 9-11:30am 8/3-8/7 $289 CQPK college players in the country. The camps will include practice drills, offensive and defensive skill building, pitching, batting, base running and exhibition 172627-02 M-F 9-11:30am 8/10-8/14 $289 CQPK Lacrosse Camp PK Move Parkour Camp baseball games in a positive, exciting and supportive baseball environment. Ages 3-11. Players develop fundamentals in a safe and fun environment. With Ages 6-10. Parkour is obstacle course training, but includes a variety of fun A low camper-to-staff ratio provide individual attention to each child. Each Fun & Fundamentals Tennis Camp an emphasis on hand/eye coordination, speed, agility, and stick skills, this movement games and partner challenges. Children will learn about parkour phi- camper receives a certificate, Aces t-shirt and cap. Instructor Alexandria Aces. Ages 7-13. Through fun “games-based” activities and differentiated instruction, clinic is perfect for students brand new to lacrosse as well as intermediate losophy, safety, landing, vaults, flow and more! Please dress in athletic clothing. Min 20/Max 35. No camp 7/3 beginners and experienced players learn the fundamental strokes; forehand, players wanting to take their game to the next level. All players will warm-up Min 12/Max 15. 172607-01 M-F 9:30am-2:30pm 6/22-6/26 $215 FMPK backhand, volleys, overhead and serve. Full Day camp includes daily swim Tu-F. together, and then groups will work separately. Players will need a lacrosse stick. 172607-02 M-Th 9:30am-2:30pm 6/29-7/2 $175 FMPK Equipment can be provided through tspteam.com. Instructor TSP Team. Min 10/ 172673-01 M-F 9am-4pm 6/22-6/26 $285 ODRC Students should bring a water bottle, lunch and swim gear/towel. Staff to partic- 172607-03 M-F 9:30am-2:30pm 7/13-7/17 $215 FMPK ipant ratio 1:8. Instructor FirstServe Tennis. Min 6/Max 16. Max 25. No camp 7/3. 27 Dips and Donuts Ages 6-12. Does your child love to dip their food? Chips in salsa, veggies in hummus, bread sticks in marinara sauce? How about dipping donuts in glazes and toppings? Young Artist Explorers In this fun, nutritious and delicious camp, tiny chefs learn a variety of recipes as they Ages 3½-6. Explore while getting creative with wet clay, salt, paint mixing and dip and dunk (and bake and blend) their way through our camp! Instructor Tiny Chefs. more! Instructor Abrakadoodle. Min 5/Max 16. Min 10/Max 20. 172622-02 M-F 9am-12pm 7/6-7/10 $205 ODRC 172662-01 M-F 9am-4pm 8/3-8/7 $309 ODRC Doodle Drawing Cupcake Wars Cooking Camp Ages 3½-6. Learn to draw by using shapes and lines to develop unique artwork. Ages 6-12. Curious about how the pros make those cupcakes so precious and Instructor Abrakadoodle. Min 5/Max 16. ornate? Learn cupcake basics like measuring, mixing, baking, and frosting, and 172622-07 M-F 9am-12pm 8/24-8/28 $205 ODRC then finish the week with two days of baking battle! Small teams will face off with one another to compete for the title of “Best Cupcake!” Instructor Tiny Chefs. Min 10/Max 20. Creative Time Machine 172651-01 M-F 9am-4pm 8/24-8/28 $309 ODRC Ages 3½-6. Take a trip through time to learn about both wonderful historical classics and meaningful contemporary art. From Rembrandt and Rodin to American Picnic present day artists, we will be inspired to create some great art! Instructor Abrakadoodle. Min 5/Max 16. Ages 6-12. Explore American cuisine from sea to shining sea, from Southern BBQ to California’s twist on the BLT to the countrywide favorite Strawberry Shortcake! 172622-05 M-F 9am-12pm 8/3-8/7 $205 ODRC Come dive into summer with Tiny Chefs; it will feel like the 4th of July all week! Min 10/Max 26. No camp 7/3. Dinos & Reptiles 172676-01 M-Th 9am-4pm 6/29-7/2 $249 ODRC Ages 6-12. Explore the wild world of dinosaurs and reptiles! Experiment with a variety of art techniques while you learn about science and have a ferociously fun Tiny Chefs Restaurant Creation time! Instructor Abrakadoodle. Min 5/Max 24. Ages 6-12. Produce a course meal (appetizer, soup, main dish or dessert) 172622-01 M-F 9am-4pm 6/22-6/26 $325 ODRC or an item from a certain cuisine and build a restaurant around it. Work on a final idea for your own restaurant and expand on the types of foods that will be Adventure Park serve. Min 10/Max 20. Ages 6-12. Give your creativity a whirl and create a theme park with a roller 172677-01 M-F 9am-4pm 7/13-7/17 $309 ODRC coaster, a Ferris wheel and more. Explore different art materials and techniques to create your dream amusement park. Instructor Abrakadoodle. Min 5/Max 24. Cooking Around the World 172622-03 M-F 9am-4pm 7/13-7/17 $325 ODRC Ages 6-12. Learn how to create Italian, Indian, Vietnamese, Mexican and French foods and the cooking techniques and ingredients that make them unique. Join us as we 3D Drawing expand our world and our palates! Min 10/Max 20. Ages 6-12. Use your creative ideas to explore ways to make art that looks 3D 172679-02 M-F 9am-4pm 7/27-7/31 $309 ODRC by creating drawings that appear to have volume. Instructor Abrakadoodle. Min 5/Max 24. The Art of Cupcakes Ages 8-12. If your little baker has taken our Cupcake Wars’ camp, the Art of 172622-06 M-F 9am-12pm 8/17-8/21 $325 ODRC Cupcakes is the next camp for them! All week, decorate cupcakes into unique and artful creations, such as animal face cupcakes, floral cupcakes, and ham- Really Big, Gigantic and Teeny Tiny Art burger cupcakes. Min 10/Max 20. Ages 3½-6. Make some really big art along with teeny tiny art! Use your imagina- 172678-01 M-F 9am-4pm 7/20-7/24 $309 ODRC tion to roar like lions, crawl with teeny bugs, create tiny robots and more. Instructor 172678-02 M-F 9am-4pm 8/10-8/14 $309 ODRC Abrakadoodle. Min 5/Max 24. 172622-04 M-F 9am-12pm 7/27-7/31 $205 ODRC Kid’s Cook Off Ages 8-12. Participate in three elimination style cooking contests each day. Teams Intro to Art Pastels will create recipes in a head to head competition and with similar recipes using Ages 6-12. Focus on five artists and create a large, original pastel drawing slightly different ingredients. Instructors will judge in a blind taste test. May the best replicating a famous artist’s masterpiece. Please wear an old shirt or smock to team win! Min 10/Max 20. class each day. Instructor Young Rembrandts. Min 10/Max 15. 172666-01 M-F 9am-4pm 7/6-7/10 $309 ODRC 172680-01 M-F 1-4pm 7/6-7/10 $305 ODRC 4-H Food Frenzy Cooking Camp 172680-02 M-F 1-4pm 7/20-7/24 $305 ODRC Ages 12-14. Food, food, and more food! Activities include 4-H Food Challenge, campfire Fashion Runway Tween Workshop cooking, food art, and much more! This camp is perfect for chefs of any age. For reg- Ages 8-12. Fashion Runway is back with new artwork and fashion! Practice istration information, visit Alexandria Cooperative Extension at https://alexandria.ext. drawing portraits, figures and tons of the latest ‘tween fashion trends. Instructor vt.edu/programs.html or call 703.746.5546. Min 4/Max 8. Young Rembrandts. Min 5/Max 20. Tu-Th 9am-4pm 7/28-7/30 $219 LEEC 172655-01 M-F 9am-12pm 7/6-7/10 $305 ODRC 28 Tu-Th 9am-4pm 8/11-8/13 $219 LEEC Ballet/Hip-Hop Camp Ages 6-8. Start with a traditional ballet barre and center, then move on to the contemporary urban beat of hip-hop with a performance forfamily and friends on the last day of camp. Girls should wear leotards, tights and balletslippers and bring sneakers. Boys should wear black shorts or sweats, a white t-shirt and balletslippers and bring sneakers. Instructor Tiny Dancers. Min 5/Max 10. 172610-01 M-F 10am-12pm 8/17-8/21 $295 LEEC

Ballet/Hip-Hop Camp Ages 6-8. Start with a traditional ballet barre and center, then move on to the Ocean Life Pastel contemporary urban beat of hip-hop with a performance for family and friends Ages 8-12. Explore ocean life and learn to create pastel compositions while on the last day of camp. Girls should wear leotards, tights and ballet slippers focusing on a different ocean-themed subject each day. Instructor Young and bring sneakers. Boys should wear black shorts or sweats, a white t-shirt Rembrandts. Min 5/Max 20. and ballet slippers and bring sneakers. Instructor Tiny Dancers. Min 5/Max 10. 1726882-01 M-F 9am-12pm 8/17-8/21 $305 ODR 172610-01 M-F 10am-12pm 8/12-8/16 $275 LEEC

Magical Wands & Wishes Dramatic Kids! Ages 3-5. Spend the week dancing with story-book favorites of princesses and Ages 7-11. Calling young actors and actresses! Learn improvisational theatre ballerinas. Each day, a new story will be read and performed, and a snack and techniques and the fundamentals of dramatic storytelling. This camp provides theme related craft will be offered. Join us on the last day of camp for a recital a fun and dynamic space to build confidence, courage and character. Instructor with friends and family. Instructor Tiny Dancers. Min 5/Max 10. Care Actor. Min 6/Max 20. 172611-01 M-F 10am-12pm 7/6-7/10 $295 LEEC 172641-01 M-F 9am-4pm 7/29-8/2 $345 LEEC 172641-02 M-F 9am-4pm 8/12-8/16 $345 LEEC Under the Sea Ages 3-5. Join us for fun on the “beach with stories such as The Little Theatrical Teens! Mermaid, Rainbow Fish and Finding Nemo! After getting our feetwet with Ages 11-15. Awaken creativity and explore your artistic talents in this fun, some dancing and movement games,we take a break for a snack and to dynamic theater arts camp specially designed for teens! Learn the art of make a souvenir craft. Each day, we will wear handmade costumes and use improvisational theater techniques, the building blocks of playwriting, and the props to perform stories. Join us on the last day of camp for a recital for family. elements of scene study. A talented Teaching Artist will guide students towards Instructor Abrakadoodle. Min 6/Max 20. producing their own original play based on positive values. Instructor Care Actor. 172639-01 M-F 10am-12pm 7/27-7/31 $295 LEEC Min 6/Max 20. 172642-01 M-F 9am-4pm 7/15-7/19 $345 LEEC Act It Out! Ages 4-6. Awaken creativity and boost self-confidence through this theater arts Ultimate Music Experience camp that draws out positive values using storybooks! Students will explore their Ages 7-12. Campers are introduced to a variety of musical instruments. At the imaginations and artistic talents through theater games and acting out stories beginning of the week, each camper will be issued a t-shirt and camp bag! using costumes and props. This camp provides a fun and dynamic space to build Free instrument rentals are provided to borrow for camp. Instructor Learn Music confidence, courage and character. Min 6/Max 20. Now. Min 8/Max 20. 172640-01 M-F 9am-12pm 7/20-7/24 $205 ODRC 172668-01 M-F 9am-4pm 6/24-6/28 $359 ODRC 172668-02 M-F 9am-4pm 7/29-8/2 $359 ODRC ART BOX Musical Theater Ages 5-10. Learn and rehearse acting techniques for the final perfor- mance. Every day is broken up into a variety of classes: singing, dance, acting, improv, and musical theater. There is a final performance with the Choreographers Collaborative Project, painters and singers. Instructor Art Box. Min 10/Max 75. 143808-01 M-F 9am-6pm 8/17-8/21 $295 MVRC 143808-02 M-F 9am-6pm 8/24-8/28 $295 MVRC

29 Robotics & Visual Coding LEGO® STEAM Drawing Workshop Ages 5-8. Learn the basics of visual programming! Create commands for robots to follow by using an application that is visually simple to use, but capable of Ages 6-12. Calling all artists, scientists, engineers, and mathematicians! Each complex instructions. Students learn the importance of teamwork by working Computer Technology for Creative Teens day features drawings inspired by a different aspect of STEAM. Illustrations visualize these rational concepts, creating compositions that best represent together on an assignment of the day. Instructor C3 Cyber Club Inc. Min 8/ Ages 11-16. Create your own computer projects: produce a podcast, shoot Max 12. different fields of study. Instructor Young Rembrandts. Min 10/Max 15. and edit video, create your own website, make your own 3D landscape, Intro to STEM with LEGO® 172617-01 M-F 9am-4pm 7/27-7/31 $375 ODRC explore 3D printing, design your own t-shirt or hat, create your own music beats 172681-01 M-F 9am-12pm 8/3-8/7 $305 ODRC 172617-02 M-F 9-12pm 7/27-7/31 $249 ODRC and design a room! We’ll also explore Virtual Reality with Oculus Go! Instructor Ages 5-6. Ratchet up your imagination with tens of thousands of LEGO® pieces. Design and build as never before, exploring endless possibilities in a 172617-03 M-F 1-4pm 7/27-7/31 $249 ODRC Andy Livingston. Min 4/Max 9. No camp 7/3. Silver Knights LEGO® Robotics supportive environment. In STEM Challenge, apply real-world concepts in phys- 172613-01 M-Th 1-4pm 6/29-7/2 $239 CHRC ics, engineering, and architecture through projects such as Belt-Drive Cars, Truss Ages 6-12. Explore the animal kingdom in this WeDo 2.0 LEGO Robotics Camp Game Design & Production 172613-02 M-F 1-4pm 8/24-8/28 $295 CHRC Bridges, Rail Races, and Pneumatic Forklifts! Instructor Play-well Teknologies. where you build and code swinging monkeys, fierce silverback gorillas, cute koalas and more robots that climb, move, bite and roll! Instructor Silver Ages 6-9. This camp is designed to cultivate their interest in game design, Min 11/Max 24. Knights Enrichment. Min 5/Max 24. multimedia art, engineering and more! Children will use 3D geometry to create Learn to Code 172638-01 M-F 9am-12pm 6/22-6/26 $189 ODRC their very own video game level and learn basic programming concepts. Teach Ages 11-16. All the tech greats started coding during their teen years, 172643-01 M-F 9am-4pm 8/24-8/28 $449 CHRC students logic and visual programming in order to create simple 2D Video Zuckerberg, Gates & Jobs! Learn how to start writing Javascript and HTML, and STEM Challenge with LEGO® Games in Scratch 2. Instructor C3 Cyber Club Inc. Min 8/Max 18. program with Scratch, an MIT developed program written especially for teens. Innovation Lab Ages 7-12. Ratchet up your imagination with tens of thousands of LEGO® 172618-01 M-F 9am-4pm 7/13-7/17 $375 ODRC Computer maintenance and the basics of computer hardware and operating Ages 7-11. Explore the ups and downs of physics, technology and material pieces. Design and build as never before, exploring endless possibilities in a 172618-02 M-F 9am-12pm 7/13-7/17 $249 ODRC systems will be covered. Instructor Andy Livingston. Min 4/Max 8. No camp 7/3. sciences. Become an inventor and unveil your innovations in front of the audi- supportive environment. In STEM Challenge, apply real-world concepts in phys- 172614-01 M-Th 9am-12pm 6/29-7/2 $239 CHRC ence! Using age-appropriate 21st Century Social and Emotional Skills and 172618-03 M-F 1-4pm 7/13-7/17 $249 ODRC ics, engineering, and architecture through projects such as Belt-Drive Cars, Truss 172614-02 M-F 9am-12pm 8/24-8/28 $295 CHRC CreativeSTEM curriculum, children will have fun playing with science and feel Bridges, Rail Races, and Pneumatic Forklifts! Instructor Play-well Teknologies. proud as they bring their ideas to reality. Instructor Ischool For The Future. Min Min 11/Max 24. Silver Knights Game Design 10/Max 18. No camp 7/3. C3 Teen Camps 172648-01 M-F 1-4pm 6/22-6/26 $189 ODRC Ages 7-12. Using Scratch, children learn to think creatively, work collabora- 172652-01 M-Th 9am-4pm 6/29-7/2 $279 ODRC tively, and reason systematically. Scratch is designed and maintained by the Ages 13-16. Prepare for an IT certification by learning techno- logical skills such as network fundamentals, cable types, com- MIT Media Lab. New coders learn the basics, while experienced coders are STEM Challenge + Harry PotterTM challenged to create increasingly complex programs. A laptop is provided for puter troubleshooting and more! Instructor C3 Cyber Club. Science Magic Ages 7-12. Gear up for a full-day LEGO® camp packed with hands-on and every child. The Arcade Action unit shows kids how to program their own take on Min 4/Max 9. Ages 6-10. Get hands-on! Zoom in on biology, chemistry and the environ- minds-on STEM fun! In this challenge based program, build dizzying Teacup classic arcade games like Pong, Tanks, and Snake! Min 6/Max 20. 172672-01 M-F 9am-4pm 7/20-7/24 $395 CHRC ment, and learn important 21st century social and emotional skills. At the Rides, customized Cuckoo clocks, and the historic Wright Flyer. Then travel to 172672-02 M-F 9am-4pm 8/3-8/7 $395 CHRC end of the week, be amazed by a Science Magic show. Instructor Ischool for the 172675-01 M-F 9am-4pm 8/10-8/14 $449 ODRC Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Visit Diagon Alley, play a game of Future. Min 10/Max 15. 172675-02 M-F 9am-4pm 8/17-8/21 $449 CHRC Quidditch, and duel the evil Lord Voldemort. Engineering and Wizardry are the focus of this new full-day themed camp for LEGO® fanatics! Instructor Play-well 172664-01 M-F 9am-4pm 7/20-7/24 $379 ODRC IncrediFlix Teknologies. Min 10/Max 15. Ages 7-13. Make movies instead of watching them! During the first week, film 172674-01 M-F 9am-4pm 8/17-8/21 $365 ODRC green screen live action adventure movies and bring LEGOs to life with stop motion animation. During the second week, learn stop motion tricks and FX. Min 6/Max 10. Silver Knights Chess 172656-01 M-F 9am-4pm 6/22-6/26 $429 ODRC Ages 5-13. Learn about chess from highly-rated professional chess instruc- 172656-02 M-F 9am-12pm 6/22-6/26 $219 ODRC tors. Beginners through experienced players are welcome. Learn openings, 172656-03 M-F 1-4pm 6/22-6/26 $219 ODRC tactics, and end-games; study master games; play against fellow students; and 172656-04 M-F 9am-4pm 7/27-7/31 $429 ODRC analyze students’ games. Receive a tournament-style chess set. Instructor 172656-05 M-F 9am-12pm 7/27-7/31 $219 ODRC Silver Knights Enrichment. Min 10/Max 30. 172656-06 M-F 1-4pm 7/27-7/31 $219 ODRC 172606-01 M-F 9am-4pm 6/15-6/19 $315 ODRC 172606-02 M-F 9am-4pm 8/24-8/28 $315 ODRC Roblox and Game Design Ages 10-14. Advance coding, design, and game development skills, tinkering with Roblox Studio and the Lua programming language it employs. Fundamental coding concepts and techniques allow students to eventually move on to AP Computer Science. Instructor C3 Cyber Club Inc. Min 8/Max 18. 172616-01 M-F 9am-4pm 8/10-8/14 $375 ODRC 172616-02 M-F 9am-12pm 8/10-8/14 $249 ODRC 172616-03 M-F 1-4pm 8/10-8/14 $249 ODRC 30 Robotics & Visual Coding LEGO® STEAM Drawing Workshop Ages 5-8. Learn the basics of visual programming! Create commands for robots to follow by using an application that is visually simple to use, but capable of Ages 6-12. Calling all artists, scientists, engineers, and mathematicians! Each complex instructions. Students learn the importance of teamwork by working Computer Technology for Creative Teens day features drawings inspired by a different aspect of STEAM. Illustrations visualize these rational concepts, creating compositions that best represent together on an assignment of the day. Instructor C3 Cyber Club Inc. Min 8/ Ages 11-16. Create your own computer projects: produce a podcast, shoot Max 12. different fields of study. Instructor Young Rembrandts. Min 10/Max 15. and edit video, create your own website, make your own 3D landscape, Intro to STEM with LEGO® 172617-01 M-F 9am-4pm 7/27-7/31 $375 ODRC explore 3D printing, design your own t-shirt or hat, create your own music beats 172681-01 M-F 9am-12pm 8/3-8/7 $305 ODRC 172617-02 M-F 9-12pm 7/27-7/31 $249 ODRC and design a room! We’ll also explore Virtual Reality with Oculus Go! Instructor Ages 5-6. Ratchet up your imagination with tens of thousands of LEGO® pieces. Design and build as never before, exploring endless possibilities in a 172617-03 M-F 1-4pm 7/27-7/31 $249 ODRC Andy Livingston. Min 4/Max 9. No camp 7/3. Silver Knights LEGO® Robotics supportive environment. In STEM Challenge, apply real-world concepts in phys- 172613-01 M-Th 1-4pm 6/29-7/2 $239 CHRC ics, engineering, and architecture through projects such as Belt-Drive Cars, Truss Ages 6-12. Explore the animal kingdom in this WeDo 2.0 LEGO Robotics Camp Game Design & Production 172613-02 M-F 1-4pm 8/24-8/28 $295 CHRC Bridges, Rail Races, and Pneumatic Forklifts! Instructor Play-well Teknologies. where you build and code swinging monkeys, fierce silverback gorillas, cute koalas and more robots that climb, move, bite and roll! Instructor Silver Ages 6-9. This camp is designed to cultivate their interest in game design, Min 11/Max 24. Knights Enrichment. Min 5/Max 24. multimedia art, engineering and more! Children will use 3D geometry to create Learn to Code 172638-01 M-F 9am-12pm 6/22-6/26 $189 ODRC their very own video game level and learn basic programming concepts. Teach Ages 11-16. All the tech greats started coding during their teen years, 172643-01 M-F 9am-4pm 8/24-8/28 $449 CHRC students logic and visual programming in order to create simple 2D Video Zuckerberg, Gates & Jobs! Learn how to start writing Javascript and HTML, and STEM Challenge with LEGO® Games in Scratch 2. Instructor C3 Cyber Club Inc. Min 8/Max 18. program with Scratch, an MIT developed program written especially for teens. Innovation Lab Ages 7-12. Ratchet up your imagination with tens of thousands of LEGO® 172618-01 M-F 9am-4pm 7/13-7/17 $375 ODRC Computer maintenance and the basics of computer hardware and operating Ages 7-11. Explore the ups and downs of physics, technology and material pieces. Design and build as never before, exploring endless possibilities in a 172618-02 M-F 9am-12pm 7/13-7/17 $249 ODRC systems will be covered. Instructor Andy Livingston. Min 4/Max 8. No camp 7/3. sciences. Become an inventor and unveil your innovations in front of the audi- supportive environment. In STEM Challenge, apply real-world concepts in phys- 172614-01 M-Th 9am-12pm 6/29-7/2 $239 CHRC ence! Using age-appropriate 21st Century Social and Emotional Skills and 172618-03 M-F 1-4pm 7/13-7/17 $249 ODRC ics, engineering, and architecture through projects such as Belt-Drive Cars, Truss 172614-02 M-F 9am-12pm 8/24-8/28 $295 CHRC CreativeSTEM curriculum, children will have fun playing with science and feel Bridges, Rail Races, and Pneumatic Forklifts! Instructor Play-well Teknologies. proud as they bring their ideas to reality. Instructor Ischool For The Future. Min Min 11/Max 24. Silver Knights Game Design 10/Max 18. No camp 7/3. C3 Teen Camps 172648-01 M-F 1-4pm 6/22-6/26 $189 ODRC Ages 7-12. Using Scratch, children learn to think creatively, work collabora- 172652-01 M-Th 9am-4pm 6/29-7/2 $279 ODRC tively, and reason systematically. Scratch is designed and maintained by the Ages 13-16. Prepare for an IT certification by learning techno- logical skills such as network fundamentals, cable types, com- MIT Media Lab. New coders learn the basics, while experienced coders are STEM Challenge + Harry PotterTM challenged to create increasingly complex programs. A laptop is provided for puter troubleshooting and more! Instructor C3 Cyber Club. Science Magic Ages 7-12. Gear up for a full-day LEGO® camp packed with hands-on and every child. The Arcade Action unit shows kids how to program their own take on Min 4/Max 9. Ages 6-10. Get hands-on! Zoom in on biology, chemistry and the environ- minds-on STEM fun! In this challenge based program, build dizzying Teacup classic arcade games like Pong, Tanks, and Snake! Min 6/Max 20. 172672-01 M-F 9am-4pm 7/20-7/24 $395 CHRC ment, and learn important 21st century social and emotional skills. At the Rides, customized Cuckoo clocks, and the historic Wright Flyer. Then travel to 172672-02 M-F 9am-4pm 8/3-8/7 $395 CHRC end of the week, be amazed by a Science Magic show. Instructor Ischool for the 172675-01 M-F 9am-4pm 8/10-8/14 $449 ODRC Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. Visit Diagon Alley, play a game of Future. Min 10/Max 15. 172675-02 M-F 9am-4pm 8/17-8/21 $449 CHRC Quidditch, and duel the evil Lord Voldemort. Engineering and Wizardry are the focus of this new full-day themed camp for LEGO® fanatics! Instructor Play-well 172664-01 M-F 9am-4pm 7/20-7/24 $379 ODRC IncrediFlix Teknologies. Min 10/Max 15. Ages 7-13. Make movies instead of watching them! During the first week, film 172674-01 M-F 9am-4pm 8/17-8/21 $365 ODRC green screen live action adventure movies and bring LEGOs to life with stop motion animation. During the second week, learn stop motion tricks and FX. Min 6/Max 10. Silver Knights Chess 172656-01 M-F 9am-4pm 6/22-6/26 $429 ODRC Ages 5-13. Learn about chess from highly-rated professional chess instruc- 172656-02 M-F 9am-12pm 6/22-6/26 $219 ODRC tors. Beginners through experienced players are welcome. Learn openings, 172656-03 M-F 1-4pm 6/22-6/26 $219 ODRC tactics, and end-games; study master games; play against fellow students; and 172656-04 M-F 9am-4pm 7/27-7/31 $429 ODRC analyze students’ games. Receive a tournament-style chess set. Instructor 172656-05 M-F 9am-12pm 7/27-7/31 $219 ODRC Silver Knights Enrichment. Min 10/Max 30. 172656-06 M-F 1-4pm 7/27-7/31 $219 ODRC 172606-01 M-F 9am-4pm 6/15-6/19 $315 ODRC 172606-02 M-F 9am-4pm 8/24-8/28 $315 ODRC Roblox and Game Design Ages 10-14. Advance coding, design, and game development skills, tinkering with Roblox Studio and the Lua programming language it employs. Fundamental coding concepts and techniques allow students to eventually move on to AP Computer Science. Instructor C3 Cyber Club Inc. Min 8/Max 18. 172616-01 M-F 9am-4pm 8/10-8/14 $375 ODRC 172616-02 M-F 9am-12pm 8/10-8/14 $249 ODRC 172616-03 M-F 1-4pm 8/10-8/14 $249 ODRC 31

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Explore the many branches of science including zoology, including zoology, branches of science Explore the many 9am-3pm 3-5pm 9am-3pm 3-5pm 3-5pm 3-5pm 9am-3pm 9am-3pm 10am-12pm 10-11am Discover the fascinating world of the animal the fascinating world kingdom Discover +ADULT M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F Need a little extra time to pick up your child from nature camp? child from nature time to pick up your Need a little extra (Children entering K to 1st Grade) Sharpen your observation skills as (Children entering K to 1st Grade) Sharpen your

experiments, games, and movies! Min 6/Max 16. and movies! games, experiments, This program allows your child to participatein activities including science your allows This program Center. Drop off starts at 8:45 a.m. Min 8/Max 16. Min 8/Max Drop off starts at 8:45 a.m. Center. on investigations and meet the on investigations ambassador animals that reside at the Nature diverse habitats and animals that lie within. Campers will take part Campers will take in hands- lie within. habitats and animals that diverse ecosystems that make up our world. Join us as we dive deeper and explore the and explore deeper dive us as we Join world. up our make ecosystems that 8/Max 14. will feature hands-on stream investigations, arts and crafts, and live animals. Min animals. and live arts and crafts, will feature hands-on stream investigations, of amazing creatures so join us for an adventure to see what we can find. Camp can find. we to see what of amazing creatures so join us for an adventure we investigate the world living right outside your door. Virginiaall sorts is home to door. outside your living right the world investigate we 179802-02 Ages 8-10 (Grades 3 & 4) 3 & 8-10 (Grades Ages 179805-01 Habitats of the World Camp World Habitats of the Ages 6-10. 6-10. Ages Nature Camp After Care After Care Nature Camp 179802-01 Ages 6-8 (Grades 1 & 2) 1 & 6-8 (Grades Ages 179805-03 179805-02 Science Explorers Camp 179805-04

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Ages 3-4 with adult. 3-4 with adult. Ages Tadpole Camp Tadpole starts at 8:45 a.m. Min 8/Max 16. starts at 8:45 a.m. and investigations, with each day featuring a different field of science! Drop off with each day and investigations, chemistry, and geology! Discover your inner scientist through exciting experiments inner your Discover and geology! chemistry, appropriate arts and crafts, live animals, and more! Min 8/Max 14. animals, live appropriate arts and crafts, able and diverse animals that share the earth with us. This camp features age age camp features This earththe share animals that with us. able and diverse with a Nature Center naturalist. Campers will learn about some of the remark- with a Nature Center naturalist. 32

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7-9am 7-9am 7-9am 7-9am 7-9am 7-9am 7-9am 7-9am 7-9am 7-9am 9am-6pm 9am-6pm 9am-6pm M-F M-F M-F M-Th M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F M-F The summer fun doesn’t have to end! Extend your Power- your Extend end! to The summer fun doesn’t have Before Care is available at all sites that host Summer Power-On at all that host Summer sites Power-On Before Care is available Before Care is available at the locations listed below. Care is available Before . 703.746.5414 or the prog For information, contact the Registration & Reservation Office at For information, Dream summer camp utopia! Be the change you want to see in the world. want to see in the world. you Be the change utopia! camp summer Dream Designed for young teens who wantpeople, new meeting to summer the spend Power-Up provides fun with friends and creating lasting memories. having engaging, andThe age-appropriateall participantsactivities for to enjoy. performing arts, and creative field trips, swimming, includes sports, program STEAM Min 25/Max 150. 7/3. activitiesNo program more! and Ages 6-14. 6-14. Ages 2 online at alexandriava.gov/Recreation. August * Register by * Summer Before Care Summer Before 6-14. Ages Weeks Fun Extra 6-14 Ages Care Before Weeks Fun Extra Summer Power-Up Summer Power-Up 2020). 6-10 in Fall 11-14 (entering grades Ages 102904-01 Charles Houston Recreation Center Leonard “Chick” Armstong (formerly Recreation Center Cora Kelly) HenryPatrick Recreation Center On experience. Children will participate enrichment activities that in on-site must bring lunch and a snack daily. Youth emphasize creativity and learning. for the locations 2 online at alexandriava.gov/Recreation August Register by listed below. and Summer Power-Up programs for each week of the summer. Regis-tration Regis-tration summer. of the for each week programs and Summer Power-Up Visit alexandriava.gov/Recreationis required prior to attending Before Care. to Min 10/Max 40. 7/3. No program week. by register - - - - JAES CBRC CKRC MVRC FHMS WRRC PHRC* CHRC* The Douglas

Cost $345 $207 $635 $172.50 $103.50 $345 $345 $345 $345 $345 $345 $345 $345 6/22-8/14 6/22-8/14 6/22-8/14 6/22-8/14 6/22-8/14 6/22-8/14 6/22-8/14 6/22-8/14

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(entering 1st grade and 6th grade ingrade and 6th grade 1st (entering Fall 2020). Join us as we

Resident with Free & Reduced Lunch Resident with SNAP Resident with TANF Non-Resident Resident 103600-01 103800-01 more information, call the Registration & Reservation Office at 703.746.5414. more information, 102901-01 gible recreation programs and other organizations serving Alexandria youth. For Alexandria youth. servingorganizations and other gible recreation programs 102902-01 103500-01 103700-01 104000-01 104100-01 Summer Power-On Summer Power-On 6-12 Ages race, color, national origin, gender or ability. Meals/ snacks will be served Meals/ at eli or ability. gender national origin, color, race, Acceptance and participation in the program is the same for all regardless of is the same for all regardless Acceptance and participation in the program will be provided to youth ages 18 and under, weekdays June 22-August 14. 14. June 22-August weekdays 18 and under, ages to youth will be provided sponsor the USDA Summer Food Service Program. Free lunches and/or snacks Summer Food Servicesponsor the USDA Program. The Alexandria Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities will and Cultural Parks DepartmentAlexandria Recreation, of The Summer Food ServiceSummer Food Program change starting July 1. Online registration opens June 29. 29. Online registration opens June starting July 1. change Adams program and Power-Up program at GW Middle School. Fees are subject to at GW Middle School. program and Power-Up Adams program events that will promote self-awareness and confidence, as well as self-expres as well and confidence, that will promote self-awareness events information to complete are required packets Parent registration and are avail for the John Limited bus transportation will be provided in-person at Lee Center. camp utopia! Participants in themed based activities and special will engage Time Programs. Summer Out of School Power-Up gov/Recreation through registration will only be available June June 22-26, 19. cultures, celebrations, favorite past times and fun! Join us as we as we us create past times and fun! Join favorite a summer celebrations, cultures, and the Power-On friends in fun and making new having sion and creativity while able or online at alexandriava. at eachthe Lee Center, at recreation center, One World, One Dream invites your child to learn, experience and explore different child to learn, your One Dream invites World, One Theme & Registration Information Theme & Registration Nonresident fee $635. No program 7/3. No program Nonresident fee $635. due to renovations. Registration minimums and maximums vary by location. location. vary Registration minimums and maximums by due to renovations. trips, family events and much more! Participants are encouraged to devel to are encouraged and much more! Participants family events trips, op a sense of camaraderieteamwork! of understanding an and School, Middle Hammond will be held at Francis C. MacArthur program performing arts, traditional recreation activities, sports, health and fitness, field field and fitness, health sports, activities, recreation traditional arts, performing create a One creative camp utopia! Discover One Dream summer World, and environmental education

Camp Adventure Ages 5-15. Adventure into exciting activities, like swimming, sports, group games, weekly field trips, scavenger hunts and more. Low camper- to-counselor ratio results in small group setting. Field trips require additional Teenie Weenie Camp Adventure TR fees. No camp 7/3. Ages 3-5. Looking for an inclusion summer camp geared for pre-schoolers Mini Adventure, Ages 5-6. Min 15/Max 40. with or without disabilities? Look no further. Campers will enjoy a variety of fun 173012-00 M-F 9am-6pm 6/22-8/7 $915 NLRC and exciting recreational activities, such as storytime, music and movement, 173012-01 M-Th 9am-6pm 6/22-7/2 $309 NLRC arts and crafts, group games and swimming. Min 8/Max 15. 173012-02 M-F 9am-6pm 7/6-7/17 $339 NLRC 103000-01 M-F 8:30am-12pm 7/6-7/17 $185 NLRC 173012-03 M-F 9am-6pm 7/20-7/31 $339 NLRC 103000-02 M-F 8:30am-12pm 7/20-7/31 $185 NLRC 173012-04 M-F 9am-6pm 8/3-8/7 $165 NLRC Youth Adventure, Ages 7-12. Min 30/Max 80. TR Camp Adventure TR 173015-00 M-F 9am-6pm 6/22-8/7 $875 NLRC Ages 6-21. Dive into summer and enjoy a varietyof fun and exciting activities, 173015-01 M-Th 9am-6pm 6/22-7/2 $299 NLRC such as sports, group games, music and movement, arts and crafts, swim- 173015-02 M-F 9am-6pm 7/6-7/17 $329 NLRC ming, weekly field trips and much more! Additional fees are required for all 173015-03 M-F 9am-6pm 7/20-7/31 $329 NLRC field trips. Min 15/Max 25. No camp7/3. 173015-04 M-F 9am-6pm 8/3-8/7 $165 NLRC 173010-00 M-F 9am-6pm 6/22-8/7 $925 NLRC Teen Adventure, Ages 13-15. Min 5/Max 10. 173010-01 M-Th 9am-6pm 6/22-7/2 $255 NLRC 173017-00 M-F 9am-6pm 6/22-8/7 $875 NLRC 173010-02 M-F 9am-6pm 7/6-7/17 $279 NLRC 173017-01 M-Th 9am-6pm 6/22-7/2 $299 NLRC 173010-03 M-F 9am-6pm 7/20-7/31 $279 NLRC 173017-02 M-F 9am-6pm 7/6-7/17 $329 NLRC 173010-04 M-F 9am-6pm 8/3-8/7 $165 NLRC 173017-03 M-F 9am-6pm 7/20-7/31 $329 NLRC 173017-04 M-F 9am-6pm 8/3-8/7 $165 NLRC Extended Service Program (E.S.P.) TR Ages 5-21. Need additional time in the evenings? Participants enrolled in the Extended Camp Adventure TR Camp Adventure programs will participate in structured recreational activities Ages 5-15 for General Recreation and Ages 6-21 for Therapeutic for an extended time after programs end at 6pm. Min 7/Max 30. No camp 7/3. Recreation. Need an extra week of camp? Let us help you fill in the gap! 103008-01 M-F 6-7pm 6/22-8/7 $175 NLRC Additional fees are required for all field trips. Min 15/Max 75. 173006-01 M-F 9am-6pm 8/10-8/14 $165 NLRC TR = Designed for individuals with disabilities. 173006-02 M-F 9am-6pm 8/17-8/21 $165 NLRC Assessment required. City of Alexandria 173006-03 M-F 9am-6pm 8/24-8/28 $165 NLRC residents only. To register, contact Therapeutic Recreation at 703.746.5535.

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1) Refer to the grid below to determine the programs available by age. 2) Turn to the specified page for a description and registration information for each program.

age in years age in years PAGE 0-1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 PAGE 0-1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18-54 55 + 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18-54 55 + Sports Classes & Leagues Street Hockey Clinic 13 l l l l l l l l Tumbling Classes Sports Affiliates l l l Alexandria Little League l l l l l l l l l l l Acrobatics I 10 Fall Baseball 14 Acrobatics II 10 l l l l l Alexandria Rugby Club 14 l l l l l l l Baby Tumbling* 10 l l Tag League Basic Tumbling 10 l l l l Alexandria Rugby Club l l l l l l l l l l Tackle League 14 l l l l l l Flip First Tumbling 10 Alexandria Titans Flag 14 l l l l l l l l l l Gymnastics I 11 l l l l Football League

Gymnastics II 11 l l l l Alexandria Titans Tackle l l l l l l l l l l Football 14 Mom/Dad & Me Tumbling* 10 l l l ASA Academy Soccer 15 l l l l l l l l l l l Soccer Classes ASA Adult Soccer 15 l l Excite Soccer 12 l l l l ASA Ball Mastery 14 l l l l l l Lil Kickers 11 l l l l ASA Junior Academy 14 l l l Little Kicks and Me Clinic* 11 l l l l ASA Recreation l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l Soccer Tots 12 l l l l l Soccer League 14 Tennis Classes ASA Summer Camp 14 l l l l l l l l l l l l l l Adult Tennis I 11 l l ASA Tots Soccer 14 l l l Adult Tennis II 12 l l Adult Leagues l l Fun & Fundamentals l l l l l l l l Coed Soccer 15 Tennis 1 & 2 11 Coed Softball 15 l l Little Shots 11 l l l Coed Softball 3 Outs 15 l l Super Shots 11 l l Coed Volleyball 15 l l Additional Sports Classes Men’s Softball 15 l l Fencing for Teens/Adults 13 l l l l Tournaments Fencing for Youth 13 l l l l l l Kickball Weekend 15 l l l l Fit and Play 12 l l l Tournament l l Intermediate Pickleball 13 Pickleball Singles Classic l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l Tournament 15 Intro to Pickleball 13 l l Senior Coed Pickleball l Jump Shots for Tots 12 l l Tournament 15 Lil’ Lacrosse 12 l l l l Senior Coed Tennis 15 l Lil Pro Sports 12 l l l l Tournament Power Plus Track 13 l l l l l l Enrichment

So You Think You Can l l l l l l l Education Quarterback 13 Adult Nutrition 16 l l Ultimate Frsibee Clinic 13 l l l l l l B.E.A.R* 16 l l l l l Youth Leagues Budding Entrepreneurs 16 l l l l Alexandria City Track & l l l l l l l l Field Meet 13 Colors, Shapes & Numbers 16 l l l l Family Nutrition 16 l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l Alexandria Titans Track & 13 l l l l l l l l Field Club My First Lemonade Stand 16 l l l l Girls Field Hockey l l l l l l l l l l l l League 13 Ninja Reading Time 16 Pre-K for Young Johnson & Siebert Teen l l l l l l 16 l l l Basketball League 13 Rembrandts

Miracle League of l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l Alexandria 13 *Requires guardian and child participation

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1) Refer to the grid below to determine the programs available by age. 2) Turn to the specified page for a description and registration information for each program.

age in years age in years PAGE 0-1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 PAGE 0-1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18-54 55 + 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18-54 55 + Socialize Cooking Adult Social Club 17 l l Edible Creations* 19 l l l Kid Rock Social Hour* 17 l l l l Adult Cooking Series 19 l l l l Playtime Express* 17 l l l l l Visual Arts

Tummy Time* 17 l ART BOX: l l l Preschoolers* 20 Technology & Science Artistic Drawing with 20 l l l l l l l l Coding & Design Games l l l l l l Young Rembrandts with Scratch 17 Artworks 20 l l LEGO Lab 17 l l l Craft Blast for Kids 20 l l l l Minecraft Modding 17 l l l l l l Enchanted Expeditions 20 l l l l l l Science Art Mania 17 l l l l l l l l Kids on Canvas 20 l l l l l Science Seed: Lil Scientist 17 l l l Masterpiece for Kids 20 l l l l Dog Obedience Mini Doodlers* 20 l l l l Basic Obedience Dog l l l l Training 17 Ooey Goey Art 20 l l Stop, Drop & Art* 20 l l l l Creative & Performing Arts Twoosy Doodlers* 20 l l Ballet & Dance Environmental Education Ballet I 18 l l l Contemporary Dance 18 l l l l Nature Let’s Play Ballet* 18 l l Family Fishing at l l l l l Lake Cook* 22 Pre-Ballet with Go l l l Bananas Dancing 18 Fledglings* 22 l l Pre-Ballet & Movement I/II 18 l l l Little Adventures 22 l l l Pre-Ballet & Movement II/III 18 l l l Nature Play* 22 l l l Pre-Ballet & Movement III 18 l l Pet Responsibility 22 l l l l l l Tap n’ Ballet 18 l l l Rocking Reptiles* 22 l l l Dance School’s out, Nature’s in! 22 l l l l l l Intro to Scottish Dancing 19 l l l l Summer Solstice l l l l l Overnight 22 Social Dance 19 l l Out of School Time & Atferschool Wedding Dances 19 l l l l l l l l l l Music Kids Day Out 39 39 l l l l l l Little Hands Music 19 l l l l l l l Nature Buddies 38 l l l l l l l Little Fingers Piano 19 l l l l Power-Full Fun Days 38 l l l l l l l l Poppin Piano 19 l l l l l l l l School Year Power-On 39 l l l l l l l l l l l l l Private Music Lessons 19 l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l TR Achieving Greatness Youth Achieving Greatness 39 l l l l l l l l l l l *Requires guardian and child participation

Racquetball Challenge Ladder All Ages. Stay fit and meet new people playing the fun and challenging sport of racquetball. New and experienced players are welcome - on-going ladder ranking system will match singles players with similar ability levels while improving skill. Free to join ladder rankings, then $4 per person per match. Equipment available. Welcome email with instructions will be sent upon registration. Min 6/Max 100. Register using Activity #424206-01.

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SCHOOL IS OUT… LET THE FUN CONTINUE! Afterschool programs offer activities incorporating play, learning, cultural enrichment and positive social interaction.

2020-21 School Year Power-On 2019-20 Power-Full Fun Days Ages 5-12. In Kindergarten through Grade 6. Ages 5-12. (Kindergarten through Grade 6) Designated recreation Join us as we create a One World, One Dream centers provide safe and supervised play activities on the days ACPS afterschool utopia! Discover creative and performing schools are closed. Youth enrolled in any Power-On program may attend at arts, traditional recreation activities, sports, health no additional cost, all other City youth may attend for a fee. Before Care is and fitness, holiday and family events and more! provided from 8-9am for an extra $5 fee for all participants. Registration Participants are encouraged to develop a sense of camaraderie and an forms must be completed and submitted prior to attending the program. All understanding of teamwork! Open to City youth must bring a lunch; an afternoon snack will be provided. of Alexandria residents only. Holiday and M-F 9am-6pm 4/6-4/10 $15/day RC* registration maximum and minimum vary M-F 9am-6pm 4/13 $15/day RC* by location. Program meets 2:30-6pm when ACPS schools are open at the Dates and times subject to change based on ACPS calendar. following locations: *Available only at Out of School Time sites located at Recreation Centers, includ- Ages 5-12: JAES, DMES, CBRC, CHRC, ing CBRC, CHRC, CKRC, MVRC, PHRC, WRRC CKRC, FDES, MVRC, PHRC, WRRC

2020-21 School Year Power-On Registration begins July 1. Registration process details will be available at alexandriava.gov/Recreation by May 1.

School Year Power-On Financial Assistance Pre-Registration

• Available to families who qualify for federal assistance programs • Offered in-person only June 18-19, 4:30-8:30 p.m. and June 20, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at: LEEC, WRRC, and CKRC

In accordance with the City of Alexandria’s Social Equity tration will be delayed until approval has been secured. For initiative, pre-registration in the Power-On Out of School Time more information, please call 703.746.5414. Program (OSTP) is available for families who qualify for federal assistance programs (Free or reduced lunch, SNAP or TANF). New Residents or Parents of Rising Kindergartners: DCHS will be available during pre-registration to provide in- Financial Assistance Procedures: person assistance to new residents and parents of rising To be considered for financial assistance, the Financial kindergarteners who may qualify for federal financial assistance Assistance Application form must be completed and submitted but do not yet have required documentation. with supporting documentation at the time of registration. Applicants must provide at least one of the following documents: official free/reduced school meal eligibility letter, SCHOOL YEAR POWER ON FEES official SNAP documentation, official TANF documentation, or official Department of Community and Human Services (DCHS) Full Program Fee $575 documentation. Current 2019-20 school year documentation is accepted. Free & Reduced Lunch $295 Any request for fee assistance without the stated documentation SNAP $245 or at a level above and beyond the established discount must include an explanation and be approved by a Recreation Services TANF $145 Division Chief. This process takes additional time and regis-

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Nature Buddies Afterschool Program Kids Day Out Grades K-5. Nature Buddies after school program provides fun and Ages 5-15 for General Recreation and Ages 6-21 for Therapeutic imaginative ways to enrich your child’s experience both indoors and Recreation participants. Get out and have fun with your friends on days out! Program includes time for homework, nature hikes, live animal when ACPS schools are closed! Engage in activities, including games, presentations, science experiments, and other fun activities! All program sports, arts & crafts, field trips and more. Before Care services are available. supplies and snacks included. Transportation available through ACPS. $350 Please contact the Nannie J. Lee office for more information or to sign up at per child, per month. Financial aid and sibling discounts available for 703.746.5535. Min 25/Max 80. qualifying families. Please contact the Nature Center at 703.746.5525 for 403001-01 M 9am-6pm 4/13 1 $35 NLRC more information. Min 15/Max 20. 569805-01 M-F 2:30-6pm school year $350/month BFNC TR Achieving Greatness TR INCLUSION Ages 6-17. Therapeutic Recreation participants only. Are you Youth Achieving Greatness INCLUSION looking for a program that will help your child develop important life Ages 5-15. Youth will be engaged in structured skills, increase confidence, build social skills and lasting friendships? enrichment and academic activities that will Participants will engage in structured enrichment activities in a safe increase their learning, independence as well and welcoming environment. Online registration is not available. Please as their social, life and leadership skills in a contact the Therapeutic Recreation Office to get more information at small group setting (1:15 staff to participant 703.746.5535. Min 12/Max 26. No class 4/6-4/10, 4/13, 5/25. ration). Min 30/Max 125. No class 4/6-4/10, 443001-01 M-F 2:35-6pm 4/1-4/30 22 $149 NLRC 4/13, 5/25. 443001-02 M-F 2:35-6pm 5/1-5/29 21 $149 NLRC 403005-01 M-F 2:35-6pm 4/1-6/19 51 $399 NLRC 443001-03 M-F 2:35-6pm 6/1-6/19 15 $149 NLRC ESP- Extended Service Program (Min 7/Max 30) ESP- Extended Service Program (Min 7/Max 30) 403004-01 M-F 6-7pm 4/1-6/19 51 $255 NLRC 403004-01 M-F 6-7pm 4/1-6/19 51 $255 NLRC

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Limited Time! Trying a Fitness Pass Passes must be days purchased June 1-30. $ 0 (First time passholders.) 0 for 3 just got a lot easier! 3 First time passholders can purchase a 1-month Chinquapin fitness pass for only $30 during June. Chinquapin Park Recreation Center & Aquatics Facility Fitness Passes include access to open swim, locker rooms, saunas, and fitness room. For details, visit alexandriava.gov/Aquatics.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING? Stay in the know with our new selection of trips and activities. There’s fun for the whole family!

DIY Mommy Pamper Kit NEW! COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES Ages 5 & up. Just in time for Mother’s Day, kids will make their own Mother’s Day pampering kit. Learn to make three different relaxation and Daddy & Me MANicures NEW! beauty products for Mom. Take home these self-made gifts in a personalized Ages 5 & up. Dad and child can learn how to provide a quality manicure. gift bag. Have fun while making a special gift for a special person. Min 6/ Learn and experience the steps of the professionals and walk away with a Max 24. starter manicure kit of your own. Open to dads, moms, or anyone that has 484103-01 Sa 10am-12pm 5/9 1 $19 WRRC a special young person in their life. Min 6/Max 24. 484101-01 Sa 10-11:30am 6/13 1 $19 WRRC Family Fun Fitness Day Ages 5 & up. Bring the entire family and get fit. Learn how exciting fitness Brunch with the Bunny NEW! can be for the entire family. Enjoy a family fun fitness event to include Ages 4-8. Celebrate the coming of Spring by hopping in for some family obstacle course relays, cooking demonstrations, free health screenings, fun. Have your picture taken with Hop the Bunny, enjoy egg-citing activities, craft activities to lower stress, prizes and much more! Min 15/Max 150. and stay for a light breakfast with the Bunny too! Please, bring your own 113608-01 Sa 11am-2pm 6/13 1 Free CHRC camera. Min 50/Max 150. 483702-01 Sa 10:30am-1:30pm 4/11 1 $5 CKRC Slumber Camp NEW! Ages 7-11. Join us for late night summer fun! Youth will engage in Science Art Mania Stem Carniva NEW! summer themed activities, while making new friends and creating awesome Ages 4-12. This activity is a family activity with must-try science activities memories. Bring your sleeping bags, energy and friends, we’ll take care of and STEM challenges for parents and kids. Families get creative with the rest! Youth are not required to stay over, partial night option available. amazingly cool science and STEM activities that kids will love. Unique, Dinner, breakfast and fun supplied! Min 19/Max 75. hands-on experiments and ideas are sure to be a big hit and provide an 182901-01 F,Sa 6pm-8am 7/24-7/25 2 $69 ODRC educational punch too! 483800-01 Sa 10-2pm 5/16 1 $15 MVRC Empowering Tween/Teen Girl NEW! Ages 9-15. It’s the HOT new Look! How do you make it work for you? Learn Family Camp Out NEW! about clothing personality, coloring, hair care, wardrobe planning and how Ages 4 & up. Join us for a night of fun under the stars as we camp out to apply these techniques to everyday life. Sort through what’s fact and at Chinquapin Park. Pack and bring your sleeping bags and tents and set fiction when it comes to having good skin and beautiful nails. You can’t look out for a night under the stars in the city. Campout includes dinner, special good without good posture and a positive attitude! Bring a friend and let’s guest, story time, s’mores and a good old fashion sing-along. Min 30/ have some fun! Min 15/Max 35. Max 75. 153701-01 Sa 11am-1pm 6/13 1 Free CKRC 184201-01 Sa,Su 6pm-9am 7/11-7/12 2 $19 CQPK Middle School Remix Youth Prom Ages 11-14. Enjoy fun, recreation, and great special events. Supervised Ages 5-12. Parents and kids will have a great time with family and friends activities include special theme nights, D.J. dance parties, live entertainment, at this annual semi-formal event. Enjoy a live DJ, food and formal photos. working out in the fitness center, game room, and more! Min 20/Max 60. This event is open to City of Alexandria residents. Min 75/Max 200. 484008-01 Th 6:30-8:30pm 4/23 1 $5 PHRC 183812-01 F 6-8:30pm 6/5 1 $9 MVRC Nerf® Rivals Daddy/Daughter Hair Lessons Ages 11-14. Grab your friends and your Rivals to compete and explore Nerf Ages 5-14 with adult. It’s about the bond, not about the braid! Parents battle scenarios. Exclusively using Nerf Rival gear, ammo and equipment, and daughters, join us for this wonderful 1.5-hour class that goes over you and your team will strategize to build forts, avoid being ambushed, and brushing hair, de-tangling, maintenance, basic braids and hair styles that lead your team to victory. Min 6/Max 30. work well to keep hair out of your girl’s faces, all while encouraging a healthy 484002-01 F 6:30-8:30pm 4/24 1 $15 PHRC relationship. All styling is taught by T.C. Williams Cosmetology program 484002-02 F 6:30-8:30pm 5/15 1 $15 PHRC students and all supplies and snack are provided. Min 5/Max 10. 482601-01 F 6-7:30pm 4/30 1 $19 TCHS

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Amazing Hike NEW! Senior 4th of July Picnic 55+ All Ages. Tap into your adventurous spirit and Ages 55 & up. Celebrate the holiday weekend with everything picnics are join us for National Trails Day! Let’s will bike, hike made of _ food, fun and friends! Play board games, win prizes, enjoy live and explore the most recently renovated trail entertainment and, best of all, a classic summer BBQ! Min 20/Max 150. in Alexandria. Hikers, come out and meet new 183817-01 Sa 1-3pm 6/27 1 Free MVRC people while we gear up to hit the trail. Bikers, BYOB (bike) for a one-mile ride on the trail as Comida Festival de Mayo NEW! well. No experience necessary, so meet us at the All Ages. Join us for a family event you don’t want to miss. In honor of Cinco Four Mile Run plaza for an amazing experience. Min 10/Max 60. de Mayo, sample the area’s best food trucks serving up their tasty creations. 183602-01 Sa 10am-12pm 6/6 1 Free FMPK Spend the day exploring culture through music, food, friends and family. The event will also include games, live entertainment, a moon bounce, and Pre-Father’s Day Cookout NEW! more. Food trucks are pay as you go. Min 30/Max 150. All ages. Celebrate this day by honoring our dads with a day of grilling and 483623-01 Sa 3-6pm 5/9 1 Free CHRC festivities that will keep our dads active as they compete in various events such as 3 on 3 basketball, pool tournament, tug of war, three-legged race, Tons of Trucks and more. Winners get bragging rights. $5 per person; $15 for a family of All Ages. Children of all ages will have the unique opportunity to explore 4. Max 150. their favorite vehicles, get behind the wheel, and meet the people who 183706-01 Sa 11am-4pm 6/20 1 $5 CKRC protect, build, and serve our City. $5/person or $15/family of four. Event is rain or shine. Note: Online ticket sales close at 5pm 6/26, but tickets can still be purchased at the event entrance. Purchase your ticket in advance by visiting www.alexandriava.gov/webtrac and selecting “Ticket” from the COMMUNITY EVENTS Search menu near the top of the page, then “Search.” Sa 10am-1pm 6/27 1 $5 CQPK Mother Daughter Spa Day Ages 5 & up. Make Mother’s Day memorable. Grab your favorite little girl Family Dance Parties NEW! and come out for an afternoon of spa treatments. Moms and daughters will All Ages. Have fun as a family with music, dancing, games and snacks. enjoy great food, facials, massages and manicures. $25 per mother and Pre-registration is required. Min 10/Max 30. daughter pair. Min 20/Max 50. 484006-01 Th 5:30-7:30pm 4/30 1 $15 PHRC 483814-01 Sa 1-3:30pm 5/2 1 $25 MVRC 484006-02 Th 5:30-7:30pm 5/28 1 $15 PHRC

Pitch, Hit and Run NEW! Ramsay Community Zoo Day NEW! Ages 7-14. Enjoy this exciting and educational event for kids of all skill All Ages. Interact with and learn about animals from the Leesburg Animal levels. Major League Baseball Pitch Hit and Run (PHR) is a FREE, one-day Park! See a variety of reptiles and insects, and experience animals of the event with four levels of competition. Demonstrate your skills by competing living rain forest, while snacking on popcorn, snow-cones, and bouncing in in pitching, hitting and running competitions. Take a chance at hitting the a moon bounce. $3 pony rides also available. Min 50/Max 500. strike zone, running at optimal speed or hitting the ball out the park for a 484102-01 Sa 1-4pm 6/20 1 $5 WRRC chance to advance to the next level. Min 30/Max 100. 483624-01 Sa 8:30-11:30am 4/25 1 Free BDPK

YOUR EXPERIENCE MATTERS There are multiple ways to provide feedback to help us serve you better: • Complete a Program Evaluation after participating in a program or event • Submit the Your Experience Matters Survey at alexandriava.gov/Recreation to tell us about your visit to a park or facility or interaction with RPCA staff. • Email [email protected] with feedback anytime.

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APRIL

Days of Remembrance presented by City of Alexandria 21 12–1pm • Market Square, 301 King St. • Special Events Hotline: 703.746.5592

Alexandria Spring Cheerleading Invitational 25 presented by City of Alexandria 2pm • T.C. Williams High School, 3330 King St. • Tamika Coleman: 703.746.5408 or [email protected]

MAY Alexandria Earth Day presented by City of Alexandria 2 10am-2pm • Lenny Harris Memorial Fields at Braddock Park, 1005 Mt. Vernon Ave. alexandriava.gov/EarthDay

Alexandria Earth Day Project Discovery Walkathon presented by City of Alexandria 2 8:30am-noon • Fort Ward Park, 4301 Braddock Rd. • Kim Hurley: 703.746.3121 or [email protected]

8 Night of Stars Performing Arts Festival presented by City of Alexandria 7-9pm • Lee Center Kauffman Auditorium, 1108 Jefferson St. • Registration & Reservation Office: 703.746.5414

RecFest presented by City of Alexandria 9 10am-2pm • Armistead L. Boothe Park, 520 Cameron Station Blvd. RecFest Glen Harriott: 703.746.5557 or [email protected]

Bike to Work Day presented by City of Alexandria 15 6:30-8:30am • Market Square, 301 King St. • Thomas Hamed: 703.746.4084 or [email protected]. • biketoworkmetrodc.org

43rd Alexandria Jazz Festival 23 presented by City of Alexandria 4-9:30pm • Oronoco Bay Park, 100 Madison St. Special Events Hotline: 703.746.5592 or alexandriava.gov/Recreation

Looking for Talent Sponsorship Opportunities Events & Public Space Activations is seeking talented individuals The aim of the sponsorship program is to provide an enabling environ- and groups to perform at concerts and special events throughout ment for the City to generate revenue to offset cost by way of partner- the year. Scheduling begins in January. Email an electronic press kit ships with the corporate community. Our goal is to remain responsive to [email protected] or mail a promotional packet with CD to RPCA Events & Public Space Activations, 1108 to the public’s needs and values to cover cost towards major city Jefferson St., Alexandria, VA 22314. For more information, call the sponsored events. Contact Events & Public Space Activations at Events Hotline at 703.746.5592 or 703.746.5418. 703.746.5418 to learn how you can make a difference!

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JUNE 75th D-Day Commemoration 6 presented by Alexandria-Caen Sister City Committee 11:30am-5pm • Market Square, 301 King St. • Kerem Bilge: [email protected]

Civil War Camp Day presented by City of Alexandria 6 10am-4pm • Fort Ward Park, 4301 Braddock Rd. • Susan Cumbey: 703.746.4848 or [email protected]

Tons of Trucks presented by City of Alexandria 27 10am-1pm • Chinquapin Park, 3210 King St. • Lindsay Burneson: 703.746.5457 or [email protected]

JULY 244th Annual USA / 271st Alexandria Birthday Celebration 11 presented by City of Alexandria 6-10pm • Oronoco Bay Park, 100 Madison St. • Fireworks Rain Date: July 12 Special Events Hotline: 703.746.5592 or alexandriava.gov/Recreation

Alexandria Birthday Celebration WHAT’S HAPPENING in your neighborhood? For a complete list of events taking place in Alexandria, visit alexandriava.gov/Calendar. View events by upcoming events or searchby date, location or category tag.

TICKET INSTRUCTIONS For information about upcoming events or to purchase tickets, follow these simple steps: 1) Visit alexandriava.gov/WebTrac 2) Select ‘Ticket’ from the Search menu 3) View all ticketed events or filter results by date or keyword 4) Use the shopping cart icon to purchase tickets with the option to continue as a guest. Saturday, June 27, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. For children of all ages! Please note that all advanced ticket sales must be performed online using credit card or eCheck and all ticket sales are considered final. Tickets may be purchased at the door. Call 703.746.5565 for details.

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3 EASY WAYS Registration for Alexandria residents begins Wednesday, March 18 at 9 am TO REGISTER! Nonresident registration begins Friday, March 20 at 9 am Web Drop Off Mail-In • Payment by credit card Lee Center, 1108 Jefferson St. • Lee Center, 1108 Jefferson St., (Visa/MC) or eCheck Drop off registrations, regardless Alexandria, VA 22314 • Visit alexandriava.gov/Recreation of the date and time received, • Mail completed Registration • For login information, call will be retrieved for processing on Form to address above. 703.746.5414 or email opening day of registration. Drop • Make checks payable to [email protected] off registration does not guarantee pages“City of Alexandria.” class/program enrollment. • Mail registration takes up to five (5) business days to process.

Accommodations: City of Alexandria programs, services and facilities are available to all Refund/Credit Policy: possible so that we can make it right. If we citizens regardless of race, color, national Registrants may request a refund or household are unable to correct the issue, a credit or origin, sex, age or disability. The City of credit for programs in writing to the Lee Center, refund may be issued. Alexandria complies with the Americans with 1108 Jefferson St., Alexandria, VA 22314 or by Disabilities Act for qualified individuals. To emailing [email protected] based • Registrants unable to attend a program due make an ADA accommodation request, please on the following criteria: to relocation, schedule conflict, sickness or call 703.746.4343 or VA Relay 711 two injury may request a credit or refund. • Full credits are processed for activities weeks prior to an event, activity or registration • Credits will remain on a household account cancelled by the department. If a refund is deadline. If you need assistance with making for no more than 90 days. Credits older than preferred, please let us know. your request or have questions about types of 90 days will be processed as a refund back accommodations, please call the Therapeutic • Registrants dissatisfied with a class/program to the customer. Recreation Office at 703.746.5422 or VA Relay are encouraged to contact RPCA as soon as 711. The City of Alexandria Department of • Adult league fees are non-refundable. Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities shall endeavor to meet requests for written material in alternative formats, including braille, within Fee Assistance: To view the policy, and access Release: Participants in activities sponsored or ten days of the request. the Financial Assistance request form, visit cosponsored by the Department of Recreation, alexandriava.gov/12288. All residents may Parks and Cultural Activities consent to the City’s Cancellations: Classes that have not apply for financial assistance based on need. use of any photograph, film or videotape of the met the minimum number of enrollees activity in any marketing or promotional material. are cancelled 5 days before the start date. Inclement Weather: To view the policy, Participants are notified of cancelled visit alexandriava.gov/Recreation. Senior Discount: City residents 60 and classes by phone or email. older receive a 20% discount upon request. Nonresident Fee: A fee of $35 per person, in Visit alexandriava.gov/12288 for details about Class Size: The minimum and maximum addition to the class fee, is required for all class the fee assistance policy. number of participants is based on one sections. This fee is non-refundable except when instructor. Class size may be increased the class/activity is canceled by the Recreation, Therapeutic Recreation: Participants are when instructors are added. Parks and Cultural Activities Department. required to have an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or 504 Plan. All programs require an Confirmation: Non web registrants receive Recreation Center ID Policy: Proof of residency initial assessment and eligibility approval prior a confirmation receipt by mail. If you do not is required to register at neighborhood recreation to participation in programs. To register, call receive a confirmation in the mail, please centers. All participants who are 13 years of age 703.746.5422. call to confirm receipt of registration. or older are required to have a recreation center fob to gain entrance to neighborhood Wait List: If a class is full, a wait list is Drop-off Registrations: Registration forms recreation centers. Fobs are good for one year generated and individuals on the wait list left in the drop box at the Lee Center require (July to June) and verification of residency is will be contacted if space becomes available. up to five (5) business days for processing. required to renew each year. Acceptable forms of identification to verify City residency include: Waiver: Fees, programs and hours subject to Fees: All fees must be paid in full and are 1. Current VA driver’s license with current utility bill; change. Visit alexandriava.gov/Recreation or due at the time of registration. Partial payment call 703.746.4343 for additional information. does not reserve enrollment. All personalized 2. Current picture ID along with a current lease, checks and money orders are payable to the City issued document or utility bill; or “City of Alexandria.” You may use one form 3. Current Alexandria School ID (students) and and check for family registrations. Fees are verification of parent’s residency. Parents subject to change without notice. residency may be verified as stated above.

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1/18/18 Start Date Registration begins: March 18 (Resident) & + Email – Effective Date _ Email – Effective (Pay this Amount) this (Pay o For Office Use Only: Amt: ______Check #:______Staff: Date Received:______Total Listed Fees Total Deduct Account Credits/Discounts – Nonresident Fee ($35 each/per activity) Donation TOTAL Phone o Activity # Activity Address

o 422610-01 Activity TitleActivity Tots Soccer Questions? Call 703.746.5414 (M-F 9 am-7 pm), Call 703.746.5414 Questions? [email protected] email [email protected] or 711 Relay VA Questions? Call 703.746.5414 Email [email protected] 1/2/12 Date of Birthof Date ______Date______M Gender M /F M Gender Web: alexandriava.gov/Recreation

READ AND SIGN BELOW: PLEASE ACTIVITYnecessary) Attachif additional sheet an REGISTRATION fill(P lease completely. out Participant’s Name * Name of Hea d Household (First/Last) of ______Check if change *Address ______*City, State, Zip ______State, *Address ______*City, Phone______Cell Phone ______Work *Home Phone ______Address ______/____/____ *Male/Female? (Circle) Email *Head of Household Birthday Required Information. Refund Policy included in registration Information. page. information Refund PLEASE PRINT * Required on previous HOUSEHOLD INFORMATION- Mail–In or Drop-Off: Registration & Reservations/Lee Center 22314 VA Alexandria, St., 1108 Jefferson REGISTRATION METHOD Classes that have not met the minimum number of enrollees are cancelled approximately one week before the start date. before the start date. not met the minimum number of enrollees are cancelled approximately one week REGISTRATION DEADLINE - Classes that have 3-4 weeks Please allow a credit unless refund or transfer is requested. phone or email and given are notified of cancelled classes by Participants for refund. to “City of Alexandria” checks payable Make UNSIGNED REGISTRATION FORMS ARE RETURNED AND MAY AFFECT REGISTRATION IN CLASS UNSIGNED REGISTRATION FORMS ARE RETURNED AND MAY F EE ASSISTANCE FOR PROGRAM CITY RESIDENTS this department or activities sponsored by and are in need to participate like in programs family or a friend would a member of your If you, participationfrom all City residents. in City programs Activities encourages and Cultural Parks The Department of Recreation, 711. VA Relay please call 703.746.4343 or use general information, For weeks in advance. office for more detailed information at least two please contact the sponsoring program of fee assistance in order to participate, In consideration of the City of Alexandria, Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities, conducting various programs and allowing the above to participate in such programs, the undersigned realizing risk of injury attendant to participate in such programs, the above and allowing programs conducting various Activities, and Cultural Parks Department of Recreation, Alexandria, Hold Harmless Agreement: In consideration of the City claims or liability resulting from arising out of based upon any and all action, from any and employees agents, Activities and its officers, and Cultural Parks Department of Recreation , Alexandria, the City of discharge and forever does hereby to such programs, participating in such programs. child while the undersigned or undersigned’s be sustained by bodily injury may which or property damage Signature required of adult participant, parent or guardian of child 2 1 3 4

Registration Form Form Registration Joey Sample Joey alexandriava.gov/Recreation 45 registration information

AGES 55 & UP

See the Fun Finder Index on pages 22-24 for a listing of recreation opportunities for ages 55 and up or look for the 55+ icon throughout this program guide. To subscribe to receive the Power Plus Brochure

of all programs and services for ages 55 and up, call 703.746.4644.

POWER PLUS PARTNERS Northern Virginia Senior Olympics Senior Centers provide programs and meals to adults age sixty and The 2020 Olympics will be held on September 12-27 at 28 venues over who are cognitively aware and physically independent. Recreation sponsored by Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax, Falls Church, Fauquier, opportunities include leisure activities, sharing groups, exercise classes, Loudoun and Prince William. Over 800 adults ages 50-100 years of wellness, nutrition, consumer education seminars, shopping and age competed in more than 50 events including track, swimming, golf, cultural trips. bowling, line dancing, cycling, pickleball, bridge, scrabble, table tennis, The Senior Center at Charles Houston, 703.746.5456 and many more. For information visit the NVSO website, www.nvso.us. St. Martin de Porres Senior Center, 703.751.2766

Successful Aging Committee is a collaborate group providing The Alexandria Adult Day Services Center is a daytime program for several City-wide activities for older adults of Alexandria. Watch for older adults with physical and/or cognitive limitations. Therapeutic registration information on Fall and Spring Robust Walkathons, Dance recreation programs and leisure activities are available to participants for All Ages and the Senior Health & Fitness Fair. For more information, to help increase their physical, mental, emotional and social abilities. call 703.746.5676. Adult Day Services Center, 703.746.5676 Department of Community & Human Services’ Division of Aging & Adult Services offers a variety of programs to residents Senior Services of Alexandria (SSA) is a non-profit organization ages 60 and over, including transportation, an adult day health care that operates the Meals on Wheels delivery and DOT transportation facility, home visits and case management, home delivered meals, reservations for the City, delivers groceries, matches Friendly Visitor health insurance counseling and volunteer opportunities. For more volunteers and older adults, presents a monthly speaker series, and information call 703.746.5999. produces a cable television show, “Senior Living in Alexandria.“ If you would like to learn more about programs or to volunteer, please contact SSA at 703.836.4414 or visit www.SeniorServicesAlex.org.

Safe Place & Bully Free Starts With Me! Alexandria National Safe Place - A Safe Haven For Youth

Safe Place is a national youth outreach program, which brings together several City agencies to provide immediate help and safety for young people facing abuse, neglect, bullying or other crisis situations. All neighborhood recreation centers and fire houses in Alexandria are Safe Place sites. For more information, contact the Alexandria Safe Place Office at 703.746.5400. For help, text the word SAFE and your current location (address/city/state) to 69866 or 4HELP (44357).

Bully Free Starts With Me Nearly 40 percent of Alexandria middle school students and 15 percent of high school students report being bullied on school property. The goal of the Mayor’s Campaign to End Bullying is to increase awareness about the effects of bullying and to prevent bullying among Alexandria’s youth. For information, visit alexandriava.gov/EndBullying.

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INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES

Therapeutic Recreation 1108 Jefferson St. 703.746.5422 VA Relay 711 Algo Para Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities is committed to providing innovative, inclusive, accessible and affordable programs which Cada Quien enhance the health, well-being, and quality of life for Alexandria residents with all abilities. El Departamento de Recreación, Parques y Actividades Culturales, tiene algo para cada Look for the TR icon throughout this guide for programs designed for individuals with disabilities. quien...en tu vecindario! Please contact the Therapeutic Recreation office at 703.746.5422 for Programas y actividades están disponibles more information and to determine whether Therapeutic Recreation para todas las edades, incluyendo programs are right for you or a family member. Participants are required Clases de Natación, Campamentos, to have an Individualized Education Plan (IEP) or 504 Plan. All programs Ejercicios & Buena Forma, Ligas De- require an initial assessment and eligibility approval by Therapeutic portivas, Creatividad & Desempeño Recreation staff prior to participation in programs. Artístico, Eventos Especiales, Educación Ambiental, Clases de Enriquecimiento, Programas de Tareas Dirigidas, Recreación Terapéutica, Actividades GET INVOLVED Comunitarias & Eventos, Programas para mayores de 55 y más.

City of Alexandria Department of Recreation, Parks and Cultural Activities La Ciudad de Alexandria opera 11 centros comunitarios provides many ways to be active and connect with neighbors. Help shape incluyendo un centro de arte, instalaciones acuáticas y un your community by volunteering. A wide variety of opportunities are available centro natural. Los Centros Recreativos Vecinales contienen throughout the year, including: una variedad de comodidades que incluyen salones de gimnasio para adultos, áreas de juego para niños, canchas • Advisory Councils: • Youth Sports Coaches de racquetball, salón de arte & manualidades y salones • Charles Barrett Recreation Center • Therapeutic Recreation Aide de juegos. Espacios están disponibles para renta y una • Charles Houston Recreation Center • Program Support variedad de paquetes de fiestas están disponibles. Para más • Chinquapin Park Recreation información sobre centros comunitarios, comodidades y horas • Greeter Center & Aquatics Facility de operaciones, ver página 56. • Cora Kelly Recreation Center • Administrative Support • Mount Vernon Recreation Center • Park Clean-up and Planting La Ciudad posee y maneja 500 acres of parques, incluyendo • William Ramsay Recreation Center • Special Event Support espacios abiertos, parques para perros, campos deportivos, • Youth Sports • and more! canchas externas, patios de recreo, vías para caminar y • Therapeutic Recreation andar en bicicleta, la Marina de la Cuidad y el hermoso waterfront. Ver en página 50 el mapa de parques y centros For available opportunities, select the link at alexandriava.gov/Volunteer. comunitarios. Visite alexandriava.gov/ParkLink para orientación y un interactivo mapa de parques e instalaciones.

Adicionalmente, el Departmento coordina patrocinios de la Virginia Cooperative Extension Cuidad y eventos privados y maneja el fondo de arte y las puts university knowledge Galerias de la Ciudad. Para registrarse para programas o into the hands of people. hacer reservaciones para picnic o uso With the research and leadership of Virginia Tech and de instalaciones, visite alexandriava. Virginia State University, and support from outstanding gov/Recreation o contacte la oficina citizen volunteers, we provide information, education and de registraciones y reservaciones de tools you can use every day to improve your life. Services are Lunes a Viernes de 9am a 7pm por el offered in: 4-H Youth Development, Agricultural & Natural teléfono 703.746.5414 o en persona Resources and Family & Consumer Sciences. Educational al Lee Center, 1108 Jefferson St. Se and volunteer opportunities are always available. habla español! Please contact the Alexandria Cooperative Extension Office at 703.746.5546 for more information. Visite alexandriava.gov/Recreation para mas información.

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alexandriava.gov/Recreation 49 1 201 est Taylor Run Parkway 2 520 Cameron Station Blvd 3 4800 Brenman Park Dr 4 3699 Eisenhower Ave 5 2505 N Chambliss St 6 1115 Martha Custis Dr 7 901 ythe St ool easonal 8 3210 King St 9 2704 Mt Vernon Ave 10 4109 Mt Vernon Ave 11 25 Reed Ave 12 450 Andrews Ln 5750 Sanger Ave 13 14 1101 anney’s Ln 3540 heeler Ave 15 16 426 E Monroe Ave 17 4452 & 4500 Duke St 4301 Braddock Rd 18 4421 Braddock Rd 19 351 N nion St 20 3700 Commonwealth Ave 21 4646 Seminary Rd 22 2601 Cameron Mills Rd 23 1005 Mt Vernon Ave olmes Run Pkwy 24 S ensen St 25 18 A E Linden St 26 5000 Polk Ave 27 1501 Cameron St 28 5651 Rayburn Ave 29 Visit alexandriava.gov/ParkLink to see all City of Alexandria parks and amenities. See page 53 for event sites and information about hosting special events.

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29 100 ones Point Dr 30 4200 Eisenhower Ave 31 1806 King St 32 1108 efferson St 33 1005 Mt Vernon Ave 34 530 S Saint Asaph St 35 301 King St 36 600 Russell Rd 37 3701 Braddock Rd 38 901 N Royal St 39 2701 Commonwealth Ave 40 100 Madison St 1605 Cameron St 41 easonal 1609 Cameron St 4643 Taney Ave 42 4653 Taney Ave 43 2051 Potomac Ave 44 300 Stult Rd 45 3330 King St 105 N nion St 46 0 Cameron St easonal 47 3301 Landover St 48 1A Prince St 49 5700 & 5650 Sanger Ave 50 501 S nion St 51 2700 itter Dr

Basketball Fenced Dog Area Playing Fields nfenced Dog Area*

Benches Parking Running Track Volleyball

Center Performance Space Skateboard area alking Trail

Community Garden Picnic Area Swimming aterfront

Farmer’s Market Location Playground Tennis Courts Available for rental

*Unfenced sites are marked with bollards

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City Marina Open Space Dockmaster Office 703.746.5487 Alexandria adopted the Open 0 Cameron Street, 22314 alexandriava.gov/Marina Space Master Plan in 2003. The [email protected] plan seeks to protect, enhance and grow the City’s open Hours of Operation: spaces through an established November – March April – October framework of 15 goals. Since M – Su: 9am-5pm M – Su: 9am-9pm its inception, City staff continues to work with the public to Closed some City holidays. achieve these goals. Over 100 Parks, trails, quaint restaurants, shops, and historic sites surround the marina. acres have been added to the City’s public open space since 2003 For boating enthusiasts, the marina is a 3 mile cruise from Washington DC and through acquisition, dedication or public access and conservation Maryland. In addition to affording a spectacular view of the Potomac River, easements. Significant achievements include: the City Marina has overnight boat slips plus additional short-term docking space on sea walls and adjacent areas. The City Marina offers docking for • Acquisition of seventeen parcels, including key Waterfront and pleasure boats and commercial vessels. For boaters who wish to stay overnight, Four Mile Run properties, as well as two new pocket park sites restroom and shower facilities are available. One 30 amp electrical connection and water hose bib (in season) are available for each boat slip. • Receipt of open space acreage through the development process that includes voluntary dedication of properties and Boat Slip Lease Information: public access/preservation easements on development sites The City Marina has year-round leased berths for vessels up to 40 feet in length. At the present time all leased berths are full, however, a waitlist has • Recordation of five private property voluntary conservation been established. If you would like to place your name on the Boat Slip Waitlist, easements in partnership with the Northern Virginia visit alexandriava.gov/marina Conservation Trust.

Sightseeing Boat Tours In addition, the City actively pursues outreach opportunities to Sightseeing and Water Taxi services are available at the City Marina. Water Taxi increase public awareness of open space preservation. Recent Sightseeing cruises include Washington’s monuments, Alexandria’s Seaport and upcoming activities include conservation easement workshops, and the Mount Vernon Estate. Water Taxi service is available to Georgetown, ongoing participation in civic association meetings, and regular Mount Vernon and the new National Harbor and Gaylord National Convention updates in Department publications. Center. For additional information visit the Potomac Riverboat Company at potomacriverboatco.com or call 703.684.0580. For more information about the City’s open space efforts and activities, as well as a link to the Open Space Master Plan, visit Charter Boats alexandriava.gov/18078#openspace Private charter boats docked at the City Marina are operated by LA Yachts, 703.868.5566, and Potomac Riverboat Company, 703.684.0580 ext.13.

CONTACT INFORMATION Recreation Classes & Camps ...... 703.746.5414 l DIRECTOR’S OFFICE ...... 703.746.5500 Senior & Teen Programs ...... 703.746.5575 James B. Spengler, Director: [email protected] Special Events & Major Park Rentals ...... 703.746.5418 l GENERAL INFORMATION ...... 703.746.4343 Therapeutic Recreation ...... 703.746.5422 Youth & Adult Sports ...... 703.746.5402 l PROGRAMS & SERVICES Aquatics ...... 703.746.5435 l VA RELAY ...... 711 City Arborist/Trees ...... 703.746.5496 l 24-HOUR HOTLINES City Marina ...... 703.746.5487 Alexandria Safe Place ...... 703.746.5400 Nature & Environmental Education Programs . . . 703.746.5559 Events & Public Space Activation ...... 703.746.5592 Out of School Time Programs ...... 703.746.5575 Classes & Camps ...... 703.746.5594 Office of the Arts ...... 703.746.5588 Coed & Women Sports ...... 703.746.5595 Park Maintenance ...... 703.746.5484 Men Sports ...... 703.746.5596 Park Planning & Design ...... 703.746.5488 Youth Sports ...... 703.746.5597 Picnic Reservations & Facility Rentals ...... 703.746.5414 Facility & Fields ...... 703.746.5598

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Picnic, Facility & Event Reservations Celebrate with us! Make planning your next celebration easy with a variety of convenient No matter the occasion, City of Alexandria has a venue to suit your needs. party packages. Contact the hosting facility for reservation information. City parks and facilities are great for parties, receptions, weddings, meetings and more. Indoor facilities are available for rental year-round and picnic areas are available for rental April-October. Pool Party 1 hr. pool and 2 hr. party room for children ages 6 and up, To start planning an event, follow these simple steps: adults free. Max 19. $149. Optional add-ons: Balloon package $25; Giant pool inflatable $75. 1) Find a space Chinquapin Park Recreation Center & Aquatics Facility Indoors: Page 56 indicates the indoor amenities available for rental. Mermaid Party Outdoors: Pages 50-51 indicate parks with space available for rental. 2 hr. party, including mermaid training or merfolk performance, 2) Contact a specialist photography and a special gift. ages 6 and up. Max 25. $395. Indoors: To reserve, call the location listed on page 56. Chinquapin Park Recreation Center & Aquatics Facility Outdoors: To reserve a field, contact the Sports Office at 703.746.5408. To reserve a park, see below: Soft Play Party 1 hr. soft play room and 2 hr. party room for children Picnic Area Reservations Waterfront Parks ages 0-5, adults free. Max 16. $149. Call 703.746.5414 about 4-hr Call 703.746.5419 for hourly Charles Houston Recreation Center Picnic Area Reservations* at: rate information regarding: Patrick Henry Recreation Center • Armistead L. Boothe Park • Waterfront Park Chinquapin Park Recreation Center & Aquatics Facility • Ben Brenman Park • Oronoco Bay Park Optional add-ons: Balloon package $25; Bounce house $49. • Chinquapin Park • Windmill Hill Park (Chinquapin only). • Fort Ward Park • Montgomery Park • Joseph Hensley Park • King Street Gardens Park • Lee Center Nature Friends Party • Old Town Pool 2-hr party featuring private party room use, live animal

* If your event may include any of the following, please contact Special presentation, nature craft, and a Naturalist led hike. Events at 703.746.5421 for application and permit information: $225 for 14 children ages 4-12, additional $10 per child • more than 100 people in attendance up to 20 total. • use of moon bounce, amplified sound, propane, tent, or shuttles Jerome “Buddie” Ford Nature Center • open to the public • items for sale or admission charge Wow! What A Party! • reserved parking and/or road closures Throw a party to remember without all the work! Select from a list of themes and a Party Coordinator will take care of the 3) Finalize reservation decorations, activities and day-of coordination. Max 35. $370. A specialist will provide pricing and application information Charles Houston Recreation Center and confirm availability, then acquire any necessary permits for your upcoming event. Please refer to the City Special Events Policy Prices shown are resident rates. 4 weeks notice and receipt of at alexandriava.gov/Recreation for more information. payment are required to confirm reservation.

Make your next event special. The Department of Recreation, Parks & Cultural Activities is committed to making your next event special. A variety of venues are available for large-scale special events and we’re here to help get you started. ParkLink Connecting you to active We can help you with: and open spaces in • Applying for Special Event Permits your neighborhood • Weddings on the Waterfront Visit alexandriava.gov/ParkLink to find nearby parks, • Waterfromt Park Rentals for events community centers, trails and more. Search by name, • Event and Concert Sponsorship Opportunities location or amenity. Get directions by foot, car or

Contact Events & Public Space Activation public transportation and link to information on the at 703.746.5419 for more information. City’s website,including reservation forms, fees and more.

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Family Splash Nights

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Reserve A Picnic Area Today! Visit alexandriava.gov/45756

Picnic areas are now available for reservation April through October: • Armistead L. Boothe Park, 520 Cameron Station Blvd. • Ben Brenman Park, 4800 Brenman Park Dr. • Chinquapin Park, 3210 King St. • Fort Ward Park, 4301 W. Braddock Rd. • Joseph Hensley Park, 4200 Eisenhower Ave. • Lee Center, 1108 Jefferson St. • Old Town Pool, 1605 Cameron St. For information, visit alexandriava.gov/45756 or contact the Registration & Reservation Office, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., by phone at 703.746.5414 or in-person at the Lee Center, 1108 Jefferson St. Or, visit alexandriava.gov/ParkLink to browse picnic locations, photos and nearby amenities, then link directly to reservation information. Picnic reservations fill quickly so start planning today!

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environmentalcommunity center education amenities

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Programs may occur outside of operating hours, which may change.

Please call each center for holiday hours. Rooms eeting ArtsCrafts& Room Room Small/Large Ring Boxing Studio Dance Room Small Room Game Gymnasium Kitchen M Room Small/Large Multi-PurposeRoom Room Small/Large Performance Auditorium Small/Large Room, Swimming Pool SoftPlayroom CourtRacquetball Room Weight/Fitness Space Exhibit ComputerLab

Charles Barrett Recreation Center 1115 Martha Custis Dr., 22305 703.746.5551 • l l l l l l Sept-June — Mon-Fri: 2-6pm July-Aug — Mon-Fri: 9am-6pm

Charles Houston Recreation Center 901 Wythe St., 22314 • 703.746.5552 l l l l l l l l l l l l Mon-Fri: 9am-9pm; Sat: 9am-6pm; Sun: 1-5pm Teens — Fri: 9pm-12am; Sat: 6pm-12am

Chinquapin Park Recreation Center & Aquatics Facility Hours subject to change. l l l l l l 3210 King St., 22314 • 703.746.5553 Mon-Thu: 6am-9pm; Fri: 6am-6pm; Sat-Sun: 8am-6pm

Leonard “Chick” Armstrong Recreation Center formerly Cora Kelly Recreation Center l l l l l l l l l 25 West Reed Ave., 22305 • 703.746.5554 Mon-Fri: 9am-9pm; Sat: 9am-6pm

Oswald Durant Center 1605 Cameron St., 22314 • 703.746.5560 l l l l l l Open only for scheduled programs and rentals.

Jerome “Buddie” Ford Nature Center 5750 Sanger Ave., 22311 • 703.746.5559 l l Wed-Sat: 10am-5pm; April-Oct — Sun: 1-5pm

Lee Center 1108 Jefferson St., 22314 • 703.746.5414 l l l l l l l Mon-Fri: 9am-9pm; R&R Office: Mon-Fri 9am-7pm

Mount Vernon Recreation Center 2701 Commonwealth Ave., 22301 • 703.746.5556 l l l l l l l l Mon-Fri: 9 am-9 pm; Sat: 9 am-6 pm

Nannie J. Lee Recreation Center 1108 Jefferson St., 22314 • 703.746.5550 l l l l Mon & Wed: 12-9pm; Tue, Thu, Fri: 12-6pm

Patrick Henry Recreation Center 4653 Taney Ave., 22304 • 703.746.5557 l l l l l Mon-Fri: 9am-9pm; Sat: 9am-6pm

Torpedo Factory Arts Center 105 N. Union St., 22314 • 703.746.4570 l l Sun-Wed & Fri-Sat: 10am-6pm; Thu 10am-9pm

William Ramsay Recreation Center 5650 Sanger Ave., 22311 • 703.746.5558 l l l l l l l l l Mon-Fri: 9am-9pm; Sat: 9am-6pm Teens — Fri: 9-11pm; Sat: 6-11pm

56 Spring/Summer 2020Each City of Alexandria Community Center listed above is a designated SAFE PLACE. SeeRegistration page 46 for informationmore details. on page 44. CONNECTING YOU TO CITY SERVICES

The City of Alexandria provides Alex311 to connect you to more than 175 City services in a variety of convenient ways.

Visit the Website: Submit photos and specify the location of a alexandriava.gov/Alex311 service request on the website, with the mobile app or using social media. Use the Alex311 Mobile App: Available for iOS® and AndroidTM Receive emailed updates, including a summary of the details, an expected response date and Call 311 or 703.746.4311: a number to track progress of your request. Mon.-Fri. 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Sat. 8 a.m.-noon Frequent service requests include: Send a Tweet: • Missed Collection • Trees @AlexandriaVA311 • Parking • Street Cleaning • Potholes • Yard Waste / Post on Facebook: • Trash & Recycling Bulky Items Pickup @AlexandriaVA311 Containers Submit Requests In Person: See all request types and learn more Visit any City government location at alexandriava.gov/Alex311.

For non-emergency requests requiring police response (such as animal control, motor vehicle crashes without injuries, parking and noise complaints, lost or found property, or crimes that occurred in the past), call 703.746.4444. For immediate police, fire or emergency medical assistance, call or text 911.

For reasonable disability accommodation, contact [email protected] or 703.746.4311, Virginia Relay 711. DEPARTMENT OF RECREATION, PARKS & CULTURAL ACTIVITIES 1108 Jefferson Street Alexandria, VA 22314-3999

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