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WICHITA PARK & RECREATION SUMMER 2017 | ACTIVITIES GUIDE JUNE – AUGUST

Pickleball Is Here! www.Wichita.gov/ParkandRec see page 2 Register at wichita.gov/ParkandRec • Office (316) 268.4361 • Email [email protected] 1 Pickleball Is Here! TABLE OF CONTENTS Pickleball 2 Locations 4 Adult Classes 26 – 37 Summer Camps 5 Rentals 39 Barry's Calendar of Events 6-7 Athletics 40– 41 The of pickleball is taking Wichita by storm and Wichita Specialty Camps 8 – 9 Ralph Wulz Riverside Tennis Center 42 – 43 Park & Recreation is leading the way! Wichita Public Pools 10-11 Wichita Council 45 For those not familiar with pickleball, this sport combines Tot Classes 12 – 14 Board of Park Commissioners 45 elements of tennis, table tennis and badminton. The hollow, O.J. Watson Park 15 Our Mission & Vision 45 perforated ball is hit with a paddle similar to a table tennis Youth Classes 16 – 23 Policies 46 paddle. Adult 55+ Classes 24 Registration Form 47 Pickleball is played on a badminton sized court so there’s not as much area to cover compared to playing tennis, but don’t let the ACCREDITATION size of the court fool you! Pickleball can be played slow or fast. It’s up to you to set the pace, but every delivers a good The Commission for Accreditation of Park and workout. It is wildly popular with baby boomers, but youth and Recreation Agencies (CAPRA) is a process young adults are being introduced to the sport and are loving it of appraisal whereby parks and recreation agencies demonstrate that they meet the as well! required standards to provide ongoing Wichita Park & Recreation has pickleball year-round with a programs, services and facilities to their total of 12 marked indoor courts in the gymnasiums at Boston, citizens. Accreditation is based on an agency’s compliance with the 151 national standards. Edgemoor, Linwood and Orchard Recreation Centers. We are also proud to say that Edgemoor Recreation Center is the Wichita Park & Recreation was officially accredited on October 4, 2016 at the National first Wichita location to have six dedicated outdoor pickleball Recreation and Park Association Conference courts! in St. Louis! Wichita is one of only 153 Park & Recreation agencies in the United States that Check out page 30 for a complete listing of open gym times, have received this accreditation. which allow beginning through advanced players to pick- up . Other programs offered at various times throughout the year include: • Introductory Classes & Workshops BUILDING A CARING COMMUNITY • Advanced Skills & Drills Clinics • Private Lessons Wichita Park & Recreation is committed to programs that serve the needs of youth and adults. • Tournaments If you need special accommodations to participate in our programs, please notify us when registering.

Save the Date! The City of Wichita does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, ethnicity, Stars & Stripes Doubles Tournament creed, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or disability. In providing services Saturday, July 1 | Edgemoor Recreation Center to the public, the City of Wichita must comply with the Americans with Disabilities ACT (ADA), a federal anti-discrimination statute designed to remove barriers that $20/person prevent qualified individuals with disabilities from discrimination on the basis of Levels - Intermediate, advanced and super advanced disability in services, programs, or activities of local governments. Call 688.9392 to register or for more information.

2 Creating community through people, parks, and programs Register at wichita.gov/ParkandRec • Office (316) 268.4361 • Email [email protected] 3 LOCATIONS - lled Camps Held May 30-August 4! Ages 6–13

Col James 10 E 29th St North Jabara N Arkansas N Airport W 25th St North 7 N Broadway N Hillside N W 21st St North N Oliver E 21st St North Zoo Blvd 2 E 17th St North Waco 15 of

W 13th St North McLean Blvd 17 16 8 E 13th St North 7am-6pm

N Woodlawn $105 per week 19 20 Grove St 6 *Family discounts

Murdock Webb Rd are available

N Rock Rd Discovery W Central Ave 4 21 E Central Ave

1 E Douglas Ave Beech 12 West St. 13 Factory Registration for SOD Camps Tyler Rd Ridge Rd W Maple 22 11 Airport Register today! Contact your recreation center! 688-9392 E Lincoln St Edgemoor Linwood 337-9191 9 E Harry St 3 Orchard 337-9244

McLean Blvd Visit wichita.gov/parkandrec or call the center S Meridian 14 E Mt Vernon S Seneca you would like to attend for more information. W Pawnee S Broadway E Pawnee Dwight D Eisenhower National Airport 18 5 McConnell W 31st St South Air Force S Hydraulic Base WATER Come cool off in one of our six interactive water playgrounds! No admission fee is required and they are open daily from 10a-8p (times may vary slightly per location). 1. Admin/Athletic Office 9. Goldenrod Community 16. McAdams OFF-SITE PROGRAM Children and adults are encouraged to play, but no pets are allowed. 455 N. Main (67202) Facility 1329 E. 16th St. (67214) LOCATIONS The water playgrounds will close for the season in October. 316.268.4361 1340 S. Pattie (67211) 316.337.9222 316.303.8023 Auburn Hills Golf Course Clubhouse Locations 2. Atwater Neighborhood 17. Minisa Community 443 S. 135th St. West (67235) Buffalo Park 10201 Hardtner Resource Center 10. Great Plains Nature Facility 334 N. Mead 2755 E. 19th St. (67214) Center 704 W. 13th St. North Wichita Shooting Stars Fairmount 1647 N. Yale 316.303.8015 6232 E. 29th St. North (67203) Archery Range (67220) 316.303.8036 Lincoln 1323 S. Topeka 3. Boston 316.683.5499 3999 E. 71st St. South (67216) Osage 2121 W. 31st St. South 6655 E. Zimmerly (67207) 18. O.J. Watson Park Riverside Central 720 Nims 316.688.9301 11. Hyde Community Facility 3022 S. McLean Blvd. 201 S. Greenwood (67211) (67217) 4. Botanica, The Wichita 316.688.9392 316.529.9940 Gardens 701 Amidon St. (67203) 12. Kiwanis Community 19. Orchard ¡ATENCIÓN! 316.264.0448 Facility 4808 W. 9th St. (67212) Summer Activity 5101 W. 2nd St. North 316.337.9244 Wichita Park & Recreation 5. Colvin (in Colvin School) (67212) está comprometido a servir a la Nine weeks of non-stop fun! 2820 S. Roosevelt (67210) 316.337.9244 20. Park Villa Community comunidad Latina a través de: 316.303.8023 Facility Monday – Friday Colvin 13. Lawrence-Dumont 1029 N. Bitting (67203) • Materiales traducidos en 6. Edgemoor Stadium 316.337.9222 10am – 5pm Evergreen Wichita.gov/parkandrec 5815 E. 9th St. (67208) 300 S. Sycamore (67213) Ages 6 – 13 Lynette Woodard 316.688.9392 316.264.6887 21. Ralph Wulz Riverside • Alianzas dentro de la Tennis Center Camps begin May 30. 7. Evergreen 14. Linwood 551 Nims (67203) comunidad 2700 N. Woodland (67204) 1901 S. Kansas (67211) 316.337.9257 Visit wichita.gov/parkandrec or call the center 316.303.8036 316.337.9191 • Eventos y programas you would like to attend for more information. 22. Wichita Ice Center adicionales 8. Fairmount Community 15. Lynette Woodard 505 W. Maple St. (67213) Facility 2750 E. 18th St. (67214) 316.337.9199 Háganos saber si necesita alguien Register Now! 1647 N. Yale Blvd. (67218) 316.303.8015 para interpretar cuando nos 316.303.8015 contacte. DCF Assistance accepted at Colvin and Evergreen.

4 Creating community through people, parks, and programs Register at wichita.gov/ParkandRec • Office (316) 268.4361 • Email [email protected] 5 Event Date Time Ages Location Information

Summer is just around the corner and Barry's Recreation Thursday, 6pm–8pm All ages Buffalo Park In addition to the activities from the Barry the Bison is ready for fun! Check out Station July 27 Recreation Station, be sure to visit the Event Calendar below to see when and the water , playground and BARRY'S where Barry's next will be. Be basketball courts. FREE sure to keep an eye out around town for Barry's Recreation Station—the mobile Barry's Crew Saturday, 10am–12pm Crew OJ Watson Park It's a mid-summer celebration! Enjoy the CALENDAR OF EVENTS van full of fun for the whole family. Celebration July 29 Members park rides, and . Only

Event Date Time Ages Location Information DJ in the Park Saturday, 6pm–8pm All ages Naftzger Park Relax to the sounds of family friendly July 29 , along with games and other Walk with Saturday, 9am–3pm All ages Chisholm Creek See a variety of native animals, with a activities. FREE. Wildlife May 20 Park (East) special appearance of longhorn cattle to help celebrate the Chisholm Trail’s 150th Back to School Saturday, 6pm–8pm All ages Naftzger Park It’s one last blowout event before school Anniversary! $2 per person. Bash August 5 starts! Enjoy recreation games, food trucks, a project and win prizes! FREE. Magic Show Saturday, 10am–12pm All ages Naftzger Park Prepare to be mystified with a Magic show, May 27 along with participating in fun recreation Summer Slam Saturday, 8am–6pm 18+ OJ Watson Park Coed 6 vs 6 Sand Volleyball Tournament. activities. FREE. Volleyball August 12 Fee is $60 per team. Register at Watson or Tournament call 529.9940 for more information. Opening day for Monday, 1pm–6pm All ages Various Pool Sites Kick off summer with a dip in the pool! See Wichita Public May 29 pages 10-11 for locations, hours, lessons Barry's Recreation Thursday, 6pm–8pm All ages Central Riverside Everyone loves a fun obstacle course along Swimming Pools and rentals. Station August 17 Park with games from the Recreation Station. Also enjoy the water playground and Barry's Equipment Saturday, 9am–11am All ages Naftzger Park Hang out with Barry the Bison and touch playground. FREE. and Truck Expo June 10 big trucks such as a Fire Truck, Ambulance, Knuckle Boom Truck and more. FREE.

Barry's Recreation Thursday, 6pm–8pm All ages Osage Park Enjoy sidewalk chalk along with other Station June 15 activities from the Recreation Station. Be sure to take advantage of the water playground and playground. FREE.

Cars in the Park Saturday, 10am–12pm All ages Naftzger Park Bring the family and enjoy looking at June 24 vintage cars while listening to fun music. FREE.

Barry's Recreation Thursday, 6pm–8pm All ages Fairmount Park Have fun playing with bubbles, plus games Global Motion Station June 29 from the Recreation Station. Also, play in the water playground, on the playground and basketball courts. FREE. Playground Get Fit Wichita: Saturday, 8:30am– 16+ Central Experience the joy of yoga outdoors with Yoga in the Park July 8 9:30am Riverside Park instructors from Wichita Park & Recreation Wichita Park & Recreation has purchased a new piece of 720 Nims and Genesis Health Clubs. Bring a mat or playground equipment that will keep your kids entertained for hours! Assembly Area towel, but leave the dog at home! Water is provided. FREE. The Global Motion is currently at the Pop-Up Park downtown and scheduled to throughout Wichita over the next few months! Barry's Recreation Thursday, 6pm–8pm All ages Orchard Park Have fun with giant games and other Look for this cool new feature being added to a park near you! Station July 13 activities from the Recreation Station. Also, visit the skate park, playground and basketball courts. FREE. Global Motion Travel Schedule Planeview 5/3-7/10 Carnival Saturday, 9am–11am All ages Naftzger Park Test your skill and win prizes with carnival July 15 games including a bean bag toss, ring toss, Boston 7/10-9/10 fish pond and more. FREE. Dr. Glen Dey Permanent installation

6 Creating community through people, parks, and programs Register at wichita.gov/ParkandRec • Office (316) 268.4361 • Email [email protected] 7 • Camp held from 8am – 5pm • Special paperwork is required prior to attending Specialty Camps • All camps held at Boston Recreation Center unless otherwise noted

Stimulate your kid’s imagination! These special-interest camps immerse your child in subjects designed • Bring a lunch and drink to revive their curiosity and need to play! • DCF Vision Card is not accepted for this program • Ages 6 – 13 unless otherwise noted

ONE-DAY CAMPS What will YOU say you Lego Mania Messy Science It’s building time and your kids are an important piece! Play games Campers, choose your ooze! Make magnetic slime, erupt a 30-foot did this summer? such as Sky High Tower Challenge and Bridge Master that allow soda geyser, make bubble snakes and other foamy, sudsy hands-on ? kids to create, build and compete using Lego Bricks. experiments. July 7 | Code 13030 | $25 Registration deadline is 7/3. June 27 | Code 13027 | $25 Registration deadline is 6/22. WEEK-LONG CAMPS Power Ranger Training Hunger Games Outdoor Adventure Camp at O.J. Watson Park Jedi Training Camp It’s Morphin’ time! Create your own ranger identity and gear. Then, The odds will be ever in your favor after training in archery, Put down those video games and get out in the fresh air! Discover Come to a galaxy far away and earn your place on the Jedi Council. complete several training courses that focus on strength, balance, orienteering and knot tying along with team challenges. all the activities the great outdoors has to offer such as fishing, Experience the true training of a Jedi, learn to use the force, leadership and power. Defeat the villain and save the good guys! July 18 | Code 13032 | $25 Registration deadline is creeking, horseback riding and . Learn how to build a develop light saber skills and make your very own edible light June 13 | Code 13025 | $25 Registration deadline is 6/8. 7/13. camp fire, cook lunch, ride the pedal boats, play miniature golf and saber! Come help restore the Jedi Order. other fun outdoor games. Registration deadline is the Wednesday June 19–23 | Code 13018 | $119 Registration deadline is 6/14. Junior Chef Boot Camp Wonka’s Chocolate Factory Camp prior to the start of camp. June 5–9 | Code 13257 | Ages 10–14 | $149 Stir up some ! Budding chefs will master kitchen Calling all Oompa Loompas and anyone else Hogwart’s Academy June 12–16 | Code 13256 | Ages 6–9 | $149 fundamentals and feed their love of cooking by creating mini who loves making and eating sweets! This Campers will take part in a number of pizzas, French toast, strudels and sliders, along with a treat to day will focus on making mouth-watering wizarding activities such as Potion Making, feed their sweet tooth. There’s plenty of testing along the treats such as marshmallow fun pops, Project Runway Camp Defense Against the Dark , Magical way! Ages 8–13. chocolate mice and more! We’ll take time to Do you have a for fashion? Campers will create some fierce Creatures, Quidditch and plenty of games June 30 | Code 13028 | $25 Registration deadline is 6/27. play some fun Wonka games too. fashion accessories, design their own t-shirt, learn about make-up that will give them chances to earn points July 21 | Code 13034 | $25 and hair styling, receive modeling tips and participate in a fashion for their houses. Wide World of Registration deadline is 7/18. shoot. On the last day you’ll rock the runway while showing off July 10–14 | Code 13145 | $119 your new skills. Let’s get ready to rumble! This is the ultimate sports party with a Registration deadline is 7/5. June 5–9 | Code 13016 | $125 Registration deadline is 5/31. day of basketball, football, soccer and volleyball. Kids will also be Twisted Sports introduced to pickleball! Score big with both individual and team These games are out in left field! You’ll have a blast playing Medieval Times . traditional sports that are presented with a unique twist. Play air Step back in time and have a royal blast! All knights shall prove June 16 | Code 13149 | $25 Registration deadline is 6/13. pong, balloon baseball, monkey soccer, noodle hockey and more! their bravery through archery, jousting and fun games like storming August 1 | Code 13255 | $25 Registration deadline is 7/27. the castle. Create your own armor and coat-of-arms, design a catapult, learn to juggle like a jester and defend the castle against Art Explosion the dragons and black wizards. Have a dynamite day creating clay July 24–28 | Code 13021 | $119 Registration deadline is 7/19. roses, stained glass candle holder, dream catcher and string art graffiti wall mural. August 4 | Code 13035 | $25 Registration deadline 8/1.

8 Creating community through people, parks, and programs Register at wichita.gov/ParkandRec • Office (316) 268.4361 • Email [email protected] 9 AQUATIC PROGRAM REGISTRATION Private/Semi-Private Wichita Public Pools Registration for lessons, swim team and water aerobics begins Swimming Lessons Monday, May 29 directly at the pool where the program is being held. Registration will be taken during regular pool hours and continue until classes are filled. Lessons are arranged directly with the instructor OPEN MAY 29 and include eight, 45-minute lessons. Contact pool directly to CASH OR CHECK ONLY register. Fee: $75 for the first person & $50 for each additional *ONLINE REGISTRATION IS IN PROGRESS AND ENDS MAY 26. Pool Address Hours Days Phone Closing Visit Wichita.gov/parkandrec to register with a Visa/MasterCard Aley 1800 S. Seneca 1–7 pm Tu–Su 838.9685 Aug 13 Boston 6700 E. Boston 1–6 pm M–F 838.9686 Aug 16 AMERICAN RED CROSS SWIMMING LESSONS ADDITIONAL PROGRAMS College Hill 304 S. Circle Dr. 1–7 pm Tu–F 838.9687 Aug 13 Youth Lessons: (ages 6+) 1–6 pm Sa–Su Two-week sessions run Tuesday-Friday and meet for Adult Aqua Aerobics (ages 16+) Evergreen 2700 N. Woodland 1–6 pm M–Sa 838.9690 Aug 6 approximately 45 minutes each day. Enrollment is limited Use the water’s natural resistance to increase cardiovascular endurance and muscle tone for a low impact workout. Harvest 9500 W. Provincial 1–6 pm Tu–Su 838.9691 Aug 13 to 8 students in Beginner’s class (Level 1-2). A child must Fee: $30 Linwood 1900 S. Hydraulic 1–6 pm M–Sa 838.9692 Aug 6 be six years old or have completed kindergarten to be enrolled. Fee: $30 per session Location Weeks Begins Days Time Minisa 1350 N. Jeanette 1–6 pm Tu–Fri 838.9694 Aug 6 FREE SWIM DAYS! Aley Pool 4 6/6 Tu/Th 7:15-8:00p Session Dates: 1–6 pm Su All patrons with proper swimming attire will be admitted Aley Pool 4 7/6 Tu/Th 7:15-8:00p Session 1 June 6-16 Orchard 1062 N. Clara 1–6pm M–Sa 838.9695 Aug 6 to select pools free of charge on the following days Aley Pool 8 6/10 Sa 10:15a-11:00p Session 2 June 20-30 Aley Pool 4 6/5 M/W 6:15-7:00p Harvest Sunday, June 4 Session 3 July 5-14* Aley Pool 4 7/3 M/W 6:15-7:00p College Hill Saturday, June 10 Session 4 July 18-28 Session 5 August 1-11 (College Hill & Harvest only) SEASON PASS Orchard Saturday, June 17 Aqua Zumba Aerobics (ages 16+) Boston Monday, June 26 *No class on July 4. Make-up class held on Monday, July 10 Latin meets the water in this exciting aqua aerobic Relax and swim to your heart's content! Aley Saturday, July 1 Class Times: dance workout! Come prepared to shake it loose and have a good time. Fee: $30 Purchase a Season Pass that allows you and your family Minisa Sunday, July 9 Level 1-4 9:15-10:00a College Hill, Harvest admission at all City of Wichita Pools for the 2017 Season. Linwood Saturday, July 22 Level 1-4 10:15-11:00a College Hill, Evergreen, Location Weeks Begins Days Time Evergreen Saturday, July 29 Harvest, Linwood, Orchard Aley Pool 4 6/6 Tu/Th 6:15-7:00p Aley Pool 4 7/6 Tu/Th 6:15-7:00p Individual: $50 I Family of Four: $150 Level 1-6 11:15a-12:00p College Hill, Evergreen, Aley Pool 8 6/10 Sa 11:15a-12:00p Contact O.J. Watson Park at 316.529.9940 PRIVATE POOL RENTAL Harvest, Linwood, Orchard Level 1-4 6:10-6:55p Evergreen, Harvest, 2 Hour Rental - Admits up to 50 People Linwood, Orchard, Aqua Adaptive Aerobics (ages 16+) (Cash Only) Designed for individuals with physical limitations such as DAILY ADMISSION FEES (swimmers and non swimmers) Level 1-6 7:00-7:45p Linwood Additional charges apply for use of wading pool, additional arthritis, weight issues or recovering from injuries. Improve muscle strength, endurance and range of motion, while reducing Children younger than seven are admitted only if people or rental on days the pool is closed. The rental accompanied by a paying adult. impact on the joints. Participants need to be able to enter and fee, along with a $50 deposit are required to secure the Tot Aquatics and Parent/Tot Aquatics exit the pool using adaptive steps. Fee: $30 Children (ages 17 and under) $2 reservation (ages 3-5) Location Weeks Begins Days Time Adults (ages 18 and older) $3 Orchard Pool 4 6/6 Tu/Th 6:15-7:00p Orchard Pool 4 7/6 Tu/Th 6:15-7:00p *Family Rate (up to six family OPEN SWIM POOL RENTALS Increase your child’s comfort level in the water and members, one must be an adult) $8 Do you want to have a party during open swim hours? build a foundation of basic skills. Thirty-minute classes Aley and Harvest Pool have private areas available for meet twice a week for 4 weeks. Parent & Tot classes require a Competitive Swim Team (ages 5-17) use during the hours open for public swim. parent to be in the water participating with the child. Enrollment Practices are held Tuesday-Friday for eight weeks with four swim meets being held at Aley Pool. Practice times are typically Cash only A reservation fee of $50 allows up to 30 people access to is limited to seven students per class. Classes are held during Sessions 1 & 3. Contact College Hill or Harvest Pools for from noon-1:00 pm, but certain locations may have additional COUPON BOOKS the pool and private party area. Contact the pool directly to practice times due to large enrollment. Fee: $65 schedule. Fee: $30 One coupon admits one child or one adult! reserve your space. Meet dates: June 19, July 3, July 17, July 31 - 6:15 – 7:15 50 coupons $60 Adult Swimming Lessons (16+) 25 coupons $40 Lap Swimming Lap swimming is available at College Hill Pool Tuesday-Friday WADING POOL POLICY A total of eight, 45-minute lessons for beginning from 6:00-8:00 am. Additional facilities and times may be added Open only to children ages 7 & under. All children and level instruction. A wait list will be taken and a as the season gets underway. Please contact each pool for adults must pay the admittance fee. The paying adult class time/location scheduled when there are 4 availability. The $35 fee allows unlimited visits during the 2017 Call: 529.9940 for more information (ages 16+) must accompany children and stay within arm’s students interested. Available at Linwood and Orchard Pools. season. length of them at all times. Contact 316.529.9940 to pre-register. Fee: $30 Additional discount available on purchase of 10 or more coupon books.

10 Creating community through people, parks, and programs Register at wichita.gov/ParkandRec • Office (316) 268.4361 • Email [email protected] 11 TOTS Gymnastics TOTS Get ready to roll! Tumbling floor moves include various rolls, head stands, hand stands, pikes, tucks and back bends. Apparatus Sports of All Sorts work such as balance beam, parallel bars and vault are also Play ball! Build confidence and learn teamwork while participating incorporated. Ages 3-5. in a variety of sports including soccer, T-ball and basketball. TOTS IN TRAINING Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Games are non-competitive and fun! Ages 3-5. 13583 Boston 10 6/10 Sa 9:00a–9:45a $35 Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Prepare for an active life! Tots ages 1-2 are shown core 13626 Evergreen 8 6/8 Th 5:30p–6:15p $28 13588 Boston 4 6/15 Th 5:30p–6:15p $15 concepts in a variety of games. Develop motor skills, balance 13589 Boston 4 8/10 Th 5:30p–6:15p $15 and coordination while learning social skills. Parent participation Kickboxing for Tots required with a maximum of two tots per adult. This is just for kicks! Kids will learn to be strong and confident T-Ball Clinic

while engaging in fun, no-contact kickboxing moves that help Hey batter, batter - swing! Develop throwing, catching and base Kick-Start Sports Touchdown Tots improve balance and coordination. Some punching skills will be running skills along with hitting off a tee. A Softy T-Ball is used. Start strong! Learn about new sports such as basketball, Pass the pigskin! Enjoy passing and running drills using a floor taught. Ages 3-5. Also, enjoy game play to help reinforce fundamentals. Bring your soccer and kickball while using balls, scooters and other fun ladder, hurdles, cones and a smaller sized football in a fun Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee own glove. Classes are held outdoors. equipment. environment. Class is held outdoors. 14163 Atwater 5 6/8 Th 5:30p–6:00p $12 Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Ages 3-5 14161 Woodard 4 6/6 Tu 6:30p–7:00p $10 14188 Fairmount Pk 4 6/7 W 6:00p–6:30p $10 Kids Yoga 14179 Fairmount Pk 5 6/8 Th 6:15p–7:00p $18 Kids get stressed too! Help them combat the pressures of their Ages 4-6 Little Sluggers Wee Hoops bustling world and develop calmness by learning yoga relaxation 13793 Orchard Pk 5 6/6 Tu 6:00p–6:45p $18 Batter up! Tots will use a lightweight ball to practice hitting, Take it to the net! Learn to dribble, pass and shoot using smaller techniques. Enjoy fun and challenging partner and group poses, catching, throwing and running bases. No gloves are needed. basketballs and lower goals. combined with yoga games and songs, to improve balance, Tennis Class is held outdoors. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee stillness, flexibility and focus. Ages 4-7. Hit the court! This introduction to tennis teaches proper grips and Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 14190 Woodard 4 6/6 Tu 7:00p–7:30p $10 Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee swings while performing fun drills. Ages 4-7. 14164 Fairmount Pk 4 6/8 Th 5:45p–6:15p $10 14264 Edgemoor 6 6/9 F 5:15p–6:00p $18 Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 14265 Edgemoor 6 7/28 F 5:15p–6:00p $18 14241 Edgemoor 5 6/6 Tu 5:30p–6:00p $15 Soccer Tots SPORTS & FITNESS 14255 Edgemoor 5 7/25 Tu 5:30p–6:00p $15 Go for the goal! Dribbling, passing and shooting at goals are 13796 Orchard 5 6/8 Th 5:30p–6:00p $15 practiced using a smaller foam soccer ball. Learn teamwork and Basketball Clinic 13797 Orchard 5 7/20 Th 5:30p–6:00p $15 simple rules such as not using hands. Class is held outdoors. Nothing but net! Learn to dribble, pass and shoot through fun drills Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee and activities. Ages 3-5. Tiny Tumblers 14175 Fairmount Pk 4 6/5 M 6:00p–6:30p $10 Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Roll out the good times! Practice tumbling moves such as rolls, 14254 Edgemoor 4 6/6 Tu 5:00p–5:45p $15 back bends and head stands. Improve balancing techniques with Tiny Dancers fun activities and a balance beam. Ages 3-5. Move to the music! This introduction to creative, rhythmic Boxing for Tots Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee movements includes using equipment such as hula hoops, bean Earn your golden gloves! This fun, no-contact class is designed 13678 Linwood 8 6/7 W 5:30p–6:15p $26 bags and parachutes with fun, themed music. for tots. Punching bags, speed bags and punching mitts are used. 13800 Orchard 8 6/9 F 9:15a–10:00a $26 Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Boxing gloves provided or bring your own. Ages 3-5. 14180 Atwater 4 6/5 M 5:30p–6:00p $10 Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Wee Warriors 14268 Atwater 5 6/6 Tu 9:30a–10:00a $12 Kick it up a notch! Learn courtesy and respect through Tae 14110 Atwater 5 6/8 Th 6:00p–6:30p $12 Shorin Ryu Karate Tiny Tot Boxing Become a real Karate kid! Learn the basic skills of this Okinawan Kwon Do traditions such as bowing, shaking hands and listening Swing away! This no-contact class will help tots improve 14111 Atwater 5 7/15 Sa 10:00a–10:30a $12 martial art, while having fun playing games and hitting targets. to instructions. Improve strength, agility and self-confidence coordination, balance and strength while jabbing at punching Develop balance, coordination, self-discipline, as well as motor through fun drills, punches, blocks and kicks. Ages 3-5. bags and mitts. Age appropriate skills will be taught while moving Cheerleading skills, through kicking and punching drills. Ages 4-6. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee around in an official boxing ring. Ages 1 ½ - 2. Rah-Rah-Rah! Show team spirit while learning jumps and cheers. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Beginning Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee This class is a blast for tiny cheerleaders! Ages 3-5. 14173 Woodard 8 6/8 Th 6:00p–6:45p $28 13681 Linwood 6 6/5 M 5:45p–6:15p $14 14181 Atwater 4 6/5 M 5:30p–6:00p $12 Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 13683 Linwood 6 7/17 M 5:45p–6:15p $14 13641 Linwood 8 6/7 W 6:15p–7:00p $27 14182 Atwater 4 7/10 M 5:30p–6:00p $12 Soccer Clinic 13805 Orchard 6 6/5 M 5:45p–6:15p $14 13806 Orchard 6 7/24 M 5:45p–6:15p $14 Flag Football Go toe-to-toe! Tots will learn soccer basics including offensive and Tiny Tots Fitness defensive strategies. Edgemoor class is held indoors and Fairmount 13807 Orchard 6 6/7 W 5:45p–6:15p $14 You've got to move it, move it! Encourage tots to develop a healthy Are you ready for some football? Kids will score big after learning Park class is held outdoors. Ages 3-5. 13808 Orchard 6 7/26 W 5:45p–6:15p $14 lifestyle with running, jumping, hurdles, an obstacle course and football fundamentals. The first week features instruction in rules Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Intermediate other fun fitness drills. and game strategies, then it's game time! Class is held outdoors. 14232 Edgemoor 5 7/18 Tu 5:00p–5:45p $18 13682 Linwood 6 6/7 W 5:45p–6:15p $14 Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Ages 3-5. 14269 Fairmount Pk 5 6/5 M 6:00p–6:45p $18 13684 Linwood 6 7/19 W 5:45p–6:15p $14 14183 Woodard 4 6/6 Tu 6:00p–6:30p $10 Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 14141 Fairmount Pk 5 6/7 W 6:30p–7:15p $18

12 Creating community through people, parks, and programs Register at wichita.gov/ParkandRec • Office (316) 268.4361 • Email [email protected] 13 TOTS

Wrestling Time to hit the mat! This class will focus on wrestling basics such as stance, movement and different types of positions and techniques, as well as the overall rules of the sport. Ages 3-5. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 14193 Atwater 5 6/6 Tu 6:00p–6:30p $12 Children’s Playground DANCE & MUSIC Watson Park offers three children’s 3022 S. McLean Blvd Cowboy & Cowgirl Roundup playgrounds of varying size, Ballet & Tap Giddy-up! Learn roping, ride the ponies and play fun western shape, and surfaces. 529.9940 Whirl and twirl and tap your happy feet! First time dancers games. Kids will be on the lookout for cattle rustlers while on the will learn basic ballet/tap movements, rhythms and mini- train ride at the end of the day! Ages 4-8. Spring/Summer Hours combinations. Intermediate classes are more progressive and Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 8:00am – 10:00pm daily require instructor approval or previous experience. 13676 Watson 1 8/5 Sa 10:00a–11:00a $10 Family Fishing Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Enjoy fishing at its finest in our two Beginning (ages 3-5) Grandparent & Me: Summer Fun fishing lakes. Catch a large variety Rides will operate 14195 Edgemoor 8 6/5 M 5:45p–6:30p $27 It's time to have some fun in the sun! Get crafty making a of fish. Bait can be purchased at the 13634 Linwood 7 6/8 Th 10:00a–10:45a $23 pinwheel, play some miniature golf, relax during a hayrack ride Concessions building. 5:00pm – 8:00pm on weekdays 13752 Orchard 8 6/7 W 5:45p–6:30p $27 and fill your tummies with an old-fashioned campfire hotdog 12:00pm – 8:00pm on weekends Intermediate (ages 4-10) cookout! Ages 3-8. 14196 Edgemoor 8 6/5 M 6:40p–7:25p $27 Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 13635 Linwood 7 6/8 Th 10:50a–11:35a $23 13680 Watson 1 7/8 Sa 10:30a–11:45a $12 SAVE on your amusements 13753 Orchard 8 6/7 W 6:40p–7:25p $27 Miniature Golf Visit our lighted 18-hole by purchasing one of Little Artists Hip Hop for Tots miniature golf course. our coupon books. One ticket per Calling all little Picassos! Create art using crayons, paints, clay $3.00/per person Cut loose! Learn rhythm, movement and direction. Improve and other mediums. Make a new project each class. Ages 3-5. person per ride. coordination and self-expression through movement, games, Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee $20 for 10 tickets choreography and fun, freestyle dance. Ages 3-5. 14213 Edgemoor 4 6/10 Sa 9:30a–10:15a $15 $50 for 25 tickets Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 14214 Edgemoor 4 7/22 Sa 9:30a–10:15a $15 14150 Atwater 5 6/5 M 6:00p–6:30p $11 Miniature Train Ride $80 for 50 tickets Enjoy a ride on our real miniature Performing Tots train through the beautiful Step into the spotlight! Discover creative expression with scenery of Watson Park. Inflatable Rentals instruments, singing, dancing, theatre games and improvisation. $3.00/per person Train Bounce House: $90 Tempo, rhythm and melody will also be explored. Ages 2-4. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Barnyard Bounce House 14167 Atwater 5 6/6 Tu 10:00a–10:45a $19 Pedal Boats & Slide Combo: $120 Watson Park offers 19 pedal boats, SPECIAL INTEREST each capable of holding up to Castle Bounce House Art Apprentices three adults and one child. & Slide Combo: $120 $3.00/person for 30 minutes Explore the great artists! Kids will learn to appreciate art as they hear about famous artists in a story-time setting. Then, they will create their own masterpieces each week using a variety of mediums. Ages 3-5. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee For more informationPony Ride 14050 Atwater 5 6/6 Tu 4:00p–4:45p $18 Children less than 90 pounds For more information 14051 Atwater 5 6/11 Su 1:30p–2:15p $18 Princess Tea Party aboutand underthe outdoor the age of shelter 10 can Live happily ever after! Arrive in your princess costume and rentals,ride ponies! fishing Children license must be and about the outdoor shelter create an elegant craft, plus join in regal party games. Then, old enough to hold onto the saddle rentals, fishing license and attend the royal tea and dine on scrumptious finger sandwiches, by themselvesmore about without the assistance. park, visit wichita.gov/parkandrec.$2.00/per person more about the park, visit Don’t forget to sign up for Swim Lessons! punch and cupcakes. Ages 3–6. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee wichita.gov/parkandrec. See page 11. 13666 Linwood 1 6/24 Sa 10:00a–11:30a $17

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Contact Lynette Woodard Recreation strength moves for both pairs and teams. Focus will be on cardio-boxing training program that will help improve strength, and strength-building kickboxing moves. You'll enjoy high- Center to register. Held at Atwater Neighborhood Resource beginning partner stunts, such as standing on a partner’s thighs, speed, flexibility and coordination, plus teach boxing skills. Take intensity drills and energizing music while burning calories. This Center. No membership required. Ages 5+. helicopter, butterfly and small pyramid building. Basic tumbling, aim at punching bags, complete stations and enjoy group led cardiovascular workout, consisting of jabs, hooks, uppercuts and such as back-walkovers, round-offs and back handsprings will training. Ages 8-14. kicks, is designed to get you on your way to a leaner body. No Cheerleading also be taught. Ages 6-15. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee equipment is used and gloves are not required. Ages 13+. Ready? 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16 Creating community through people, parks, and programs Register at wichita.gov/ParkandRec • Office (316) 268.4361 • Email [email protected] 17 YOUTH Tae Kwon Do YOUTH Work your way up the martial arts ladder! Develop physical agility and self-discipline while learning respect for yourself and others. Belt advancement opportunities are available. Ages 6+. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Beginning SPORTS 14238 Edgemoor 13 6/6 Tu/Th 6:15p-7:15p $39 14259 Edgemoor 12 7/25 Tu/Th 6:15p-7:15p $36 Tennis 13596 Evergreen 11 6/6 Tu/Th 6:30p-7:30p $33 Hit the court! This introduction to tennis teaches proper grips, 13597 Evergreen 12 7/25 Tu/Th 6:30p-7:30p $36 swings and basic fundamentals while performing fun drills. 13671 Linwood 14 6/5 M/Th 6:45p-7:45p $42 Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 13673 Linwood 12 7/24 M/Th 6:45p-7:45p $36 Ages 4-7 13787 Orchard 12 6/5 M/W 6:15p-7:15p $36 14241 Edgemoor 5 6/6 Tu 5:30p-6:00p $15 13788 Orchard 12 7/24 M/W 6:15p-7:15p $36 14255 Edgemoor 5 7/25 Tu 5:30p-6:00p $15 Intermediate 13796 Orchard 5 6/8 Th 5:30p-6:00p $15 14239 Edgemoor 13 6/6 Tu/Th 7:15p-8:15p $39 13797 Orchard 5 7/20 Th 5:30p-6:00p $15 14260 Edgemoor 12 7/25 Tu/Th 7:15p-8:15p $36 Ages 8-15 13675 Linwood 14 6/5 M/Th 7:45p-8:45p $42 14243 Edgemoor 5 6/6 Tu 6:00p-7:00p $25 13677 Linwood 12 7/24 M/Th 7:45p-8:45p $36 Colorguard Flag Team 14256 Edgemoor 5 7/25 Tu 6:00p-7:00p $25 MARTIAL ARTS 13789 Orchard 12 6/5 M/W 7:15p-8:15p $36 Let the spin begin! Get an edge on the by preparing 13798 Orchard 5 6/8 Th 6:00p-7:00p $25 Chinese Internal Boxing for Self-Defense 13790 Orchard 12 7/24 M/W 7:15p-8:15p $36 for Middle or High School flag team tryouts. Learn flag basics like 13799 Orchard 5 7/20 Th 6:00p-7:00p $25 Give yourself a fighting chance! Learn to stop an attack so wrist curls and butterflies along with stops, tosses and a variety you can get away. This in-depth training uses slow, repetitive of spins. Plus, learn a synchronized routine. movements to teach throws, locks, compliance, punches and Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee kicks. Flexibility, stretching and strengthening are also 13603 Evergreen 6 7/29 Sa 9:00a-10:00a $27 big components. Ages 8+; adult must enroll and participate with children ages 8-11. Guitar Made Easy Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Keep calm and play on! Beginners learn guitar basics including 13643 Linwood 13 6/5 M 7:00p-8:15p $41 tuning, strumming, understanding guitar charts, tablature and reading music. Guitars are provided during this class so you can Chinese Internal Boxing see if it is right for you! Additional on-site practice times are Go on the defensive! Learn Chinese martial arts including boxing, available at no extra charge. Ages 8-15. kicking and self-defense. Must have completed Chinese Internal Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Boxing for Self-Defense class, or receive instructor approval, 13660 Linwood 8 6/6 Tu 5:30p-6:30p $33 before taking this intermediate level class. Ages 12+. 13661 Linwood 8 6/6 Tu 6:30p-7:30p $33 Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Soccer Clinic 13645 Linwood 13 6/5 M 5:30p-6:45p $41 Hip Hop Dance Get your kicks! Beginning players are introduced to soccer basics Act 1 Drop it like it's HOT! Learn the hottest dance routines and get your including offensive and defensive strategies. Classes are held Self-Defense Workshop Bring on the drama! Learn the basic fundamentals of acting, groove on while focusing on body placement, dance combinations indoors. Ages 6–10. Protect yourself! Learn various techniques to use in response character building and improvisation through the use of short and rhythms. Ages 6-12. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee to an attack such as use of pressure points, blocks, kicks and skits and fun games. Then, show off those skills on the last day of Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 14233 Edgemoor 5 7/20 Th 5:15p–6:00p $18 punches. Expect some hand-to-hand contact while practicing class. Also learn how to prepare for - and nail - an audition. Beginning

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18 Creating community through people, parks, and programs Register at wichita.gov/ParkandRec • Office (316) 268.4361 • Email [email protected] 19 YOUTH YOUTH ARTS & CRAFTS Art Explorers Discover the talents of van Gogh and da Vinci! Learn about famous Pastels II 4 AREA LOCATIONS It’s time to branch out! Build off the basic pastel skills 1010 East Harry artists each week, then let their pieces of art be the inspiration for 263-1707 your own masterpieces. Ages 6-12. and learn advanced techniques in light and heavy pressure blending, coloring and stippling. Student must have completed 1652 South Webb Rd. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 691-5331 14053 Atwater 4 6/6 Tu 5:15p-6:00p $15 Pastels class or have instructor approval to attend. Ages 7-15. 14276 Atwater 4 6/11 Su 3:30p-4:15p $15 Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 601 North West St. 14283 Linwood 4 8/8 Tu 5:45p-7:00p $24 941-9190 Cartooning Basics 6825 East 21st St. 440-3264 You don't have to be a great artist to draw great cartoon characters! Grab a pencil and come learn how to use basic shapes to create simple cartoon people, animals or objects. Practice using shading, shadowing, contouring and other drawing Drawing with Charcoal elements to bring your cartoons to life. Ages 7-15. It's all black and white! Learn shading and smudging techniques Private Music Lessons Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee using an eraser, cloths and fingers to create the illusion of depth 13640 Linwood 4 6/8 Th 5:45p-7:00p $24 and shadow. Supplies provided. Ages 7-15. Improve your musical skills quickly with one-on-one private Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee lessons. Each session is tailored to the individual needs of the Color Your World 13650 Linwood 4 8/10 Th 5:45p-7:00p $24 student and held by appointment only. No online registration. Be bold! Budding artists will work with tempera and watercolor Contact the recreation center directly. Fee is $13 per 30-minute paint to create masterpieces. Learn how to apply brush strokes Kids Drawing lesson. Ages 6+. and use sponges, stencils and crayons. Ages 6-11. Anyone can learn to draw! Discover how to create simple Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee cartoon characters by breaking down into simple Drums 14200 Edgemoor 4 7/22 Sa 10:30a-11:30a $20 shapes. Ages 6-11. Feel the beat! Learn proper grip, stroke Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Special Artists technique, rhythms, patterns and different Create a Comic Strip 14212 Edgemoor 4 6/10 Sa 10:30a-11:30a $20 This class is designed for individuals with intellectual drumming styles on snare drum and a drum kit. Zap! Wham! Pow! Learn the whole process of making a comic challenges. Express yourself through art! Whipped Contact Lynette Woodard Recreation Center for book from creating and designing your characters to writing a with Acrylics cream finger painting, shoe fish, tissue paper butter- schedule and to register. script and finalizing your storyboard. Ages 7-15. Express yourself with color! Beginners will gain an flies and fruit/ veggie prints are just a few special Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee understanding of brush styles, strokes, color-mixing and projects that will be made. These projects are geared Guitar 13648 Linwood 4 7/13 Th 5:45p-7:00p $24 working on textured surfaces. Intermediate students may towards each individual's ability and will focus on Play like a rock star! Learn basic mechanics, participate and receive individual assistance. Supplies are eye-hand coordination, dexterity and other useful chords, scales, notes, tuning, reading music Drawing Manga & Superheroes provided. 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Don’t forget to sign up for Swim Lessons! Candy Bouquet Cowboy & Cowgirl Roundup See page 11. How sweet it is! Learn how to combine a variety of candies and Giddy-up! Learn roping, ride the ponies and play fun western style Hispanic Cooking chocolates to create this delightfully tasty arrangement. It will games. Kids will be on the lookout for cattle rustlers while on the Muy Bueno! Prepare a feast of quesadillas, banuelos and be both delicious and beautiful! Ages 6-15. train ride at the end of the day! Ages 4-8. soft tacos. Impress your friends and family! Food is provided. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Registration deadline is noon on 6/6. Ages 6–12. 14116 Atwater 1 6/11 Su 1:00p-2:00p $13 13676 Watson 1 8/5 Sa 10:00a-11:00a $10 Private Tutoring: Math Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Understanding math is easy as Pi! Ensure academic success with 14117 Atwater 1 7/11 Tu 6:00p-7:00p $13 13612 Evergreen 4 6/7 W 6:00p-7:00p $27 Croquet one-on-one instruction. No level is off limits with an instructor Cupcake Decorating Keep the backyard tradition alive! You’ve seen the game of that is a former college professor with knowledge in basic Decorate your cake and eat it too! Have fun with food and get croquet, but do you really know how to play? Learn proper math, Algebra, Calculus, Geometry, Trigonometry and ACT/SAT creative while learning techniques for designing and decorating technique for holding the mallet and striking the balls, along with preparation. No online registration. Contact Lynette Woodard cupcakes. All supplies provided. Wear clothes that can get messy. rules, scoring, game play and strategies. Ages 8+. Recreation Center for availability and to register. Fee is $13 for 30 Registration deadline is two days prior to class. Ages 5-10. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee minutes. Ages 7+. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 13822 Linwood Pk 5 6/5 M 6:00p-7:00p $17 14123 Atwater 1 6/6 Tu 1:15p-2:00p $8 SCOUT BADGES Delish Dinners & Desserts Webelos Adventure/AOL Elective: Into the Woods Put on your chef's hat! Make a main dish from scratch and top it Take a break from city life! Earn your scout badge by studying off with dessert! Learn measuring, utensil use and kitchen safety. trees and plants while exploring the forest. Badge not Enjoy sloppy joes, chicken and rice casserole, apple streusel, provided. cream cheese bars and more. Some supplies provided, ask for Making Food Fun Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee details. Registration deadline is noon on the Thursday before Kids' food will go from ho-hum to totally FUN! Learn creative 13688 Watson 1 6/24 Sa 10:15a-11:45a $6 class. Ages 6-12. ways to make lunches and snacks extra special and fun to eat by Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Webelos Adventure: First Responder 13758 Orchard 4 6/10 Sa 10:00a-12:00p $35 incorporating themes like Star Wars or Phineas and Ferb. Use cutters and other simple ideas to make your food have its own Get ready for an emergency! Learn basic first aid skills and personality. Ages 6-12. tips on how to handle emergencies. Badge not provided. Father's Day Fun Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee The way to a man's heart is through his stomach! Surprise dad or 14121 Atwater 4 6/6 Tu 6:00p-6:45p $16 Grandparent & Me: Summer Fun 13689 Watson 1 6/24 Sa 8:30a-10:00a $6 that special father figure in your life with an edible hand-made gift It's time to have some fun in the sun! Get crafty making a along with another surprise present for Father’s Day. Ages 5-12. 14122 Atwater 4 6/11 Su 2:30p-3:15p $16 pinwheel, play some miniature golf, relax during a hayrack ride Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee and fill your tummies with an old-fashioned campfire hotdog 14126 Atwater 1 6/13 Tu 1:30p-3:00p $12 cookout! Ages 3-8. 14125 Atwater 1 6/11 Su 12:00p-1:30p $12 Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 13680 Watson 1 7/8 Sa 10:30a-11:45a $12

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Pitch & Hearts Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Fruit Bouquet Workshop 13773 Orchard 4 6/7 W 6:00p-7:30p $22 Turn a boring fruit tray into an edible fruit bouquet! This hands-on class will teach kids how to properly prepare the fruit and then Spades & Shanghai how to arrange it into a beautiful bouquet of deliciousness. Ages Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 8-15. 13774 Orchard 4 7/12 W 6:00p-7:30p $22 Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 14148 Atwater 1 7/18 Tu 6:00p-7:00p $13

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The following classes have been tailored specifically for the fitness Badminton—Open Gym CLUB INFORMATION needs of the active older population ages 55 and up. They are also There are no strings attached! Play this timeless racquet sport that suitable for adults with mobility restrictions. Don’t forget to check develops quick reflexes and agility, while improving overall fitness. Enjoy your golden years with us! There are five Golden Age DOG DAYS OF SUMMER out the other classes found in the Adult section. Most are designed Drop-in play is for all levels and no prior experience is necessary. Clubs that offer a variety of activities for anyone ages 55 and older. for all levels of interest and ability as modifications are made to fit Equipment is provided. Fee is per visit. A Doggone Good Time the varying needs of the students. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee • Meet at least once a week on a designated day for 14277 Woodard 4 6/6 Tu 10:00a-12:00p $1 activities Dogs will have their day of fun on August 21st during the • Activities may include bingo, pitch, bridge, pool, dominoes, Annual Dog Days of Summer! Wichita Park & Recreation Forever Fit dinners or special events along with the Kansas Humane Society invites pooches ARTS & CRAFTS A low impact fitness class which promotes increased strength, • The yearly membership fee for each club is minimal so to wade, paddle or swim in the shallow zero entry pool at range of movement, balance and flexibility with the use of hand- belong to one club or join them all College Hill Pool. held weights and elastic tubing with handles. A chair is used for • Contact the location directly for more information on club Chemical levels will be safe for dogs – but not humans – so seated and/or standing support. days and times along with a schedule of activities people will only be able to get in the water up to their knees. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Children will not be allowed in the pool while the dogs are 14253 Edgemoor 12 6/6 Tu 9:00a-9:45a $28 Club Meeting Schedule swimming. All dogs must be leashed when not in the pool or 14206 Edgemoor 13 6/9 F 9:00a-9:45a $31 Goldenrod No meetings participating in the long jump contest, Frisbee catch or largest Linwood Tuesday and smallest dog contest. Gentle Yoga McAdams Tuesday No pretzels or headstands here! This gentle and slower paced Minisa Thursday A large portion of the proceeds yoga class includes simple movements sitting in a chair or using it Orchard Thursday will benefit the Kansas Humane for support. Variations are shown for different abilities or needs. Society. Suggested donation of $10 Watercolor Improve breathing, balance and self-awareness. per dog (limit of two dogs per owner). Painting is not just art… it’s for the soul! Enjoy learning Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee basic watercolor painting techniques, brush selection and the 13657 Linwood 12 6/7 W 9:30a-10:15a $28 blending and mixing of colors to create a unique palette. Work 13658 Linwood 12 6/9 F 9:30a-10:15a $28 on your own masterpiece, while enjoying fellowship with other students. All supplies are provided. Pickleball - Open Gym Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Calling all Pickleball lovers! Beginners to advanced players will get 14052 Atwater 5 6/6 Tu 11:00a-12:00p $20 a workout and improve skills by dropping in for these quick, fast- paced pick-up games. Fee is per visit. WICHITA DOG PARKS Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Each dance features live music with different bands Dogs need too! COOKING 13665 Linwood 26 6/6 Tu/Th 8:30a-10:30a $2 rotating weekly at each location.

• Refreshments are also served ARSON CANINE ASHLEY’S Edible Bouquet Workshop • Dances are held four nights a week from 7:00–9:30pm MEMORIAL DOG PARK AT Add some fun to your next get together with friends! Create an eye • Admission fee is $3 CHAPIN PARK catching mini edible cinnamon roll arrangement that will get plenty • You do not need to be a member to attend 2400 E. MacArthur of attention. • For more information on Goldenrod dances, contact Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Boston Recreation Center MERIDIAN DOG PARK 14114 Atwater 1 6/13 Tu 12:15p-1:15p $11 2127 N. Meridian Dance Schedule MURFIN DOG PARK Goldenrod Wednesdays K96 & Hillside Linwood Saturdays McAdams No Dance Minisa Thursdays Orchard Fridays All parks include : • Drinking fountains for dogs • Time out areas Stretch and Tone • Play spaces for small & Get energized! Stay active and improve muscle tone and flexibility. large breeds Contact Linwood Recreation Center for more information. Easy Ways to Register • Park benches Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee • And more! 13670 Linwood 12 6/5 M 9:00a-9:45a $28 4 see page 47

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Hip Hop Step FITNESS CENTERS Let's get down! The energizing music provides an intense, yet fun cardiovascular workout as you step on and off the platform while Monthly Membership incorporating basic hip hop movements. $15/month per person Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee $5 for each additional person in the same household. Fee is per session (ages 13+) LEARN TO ROW 14151 Atwater 6 6/8 Th 7:00p-7:45p $14 WICHITA ROWING ASSOCIATION 14152 Atwater 8 6/10 Sa 10:00a-10:45a $19 Evergreen Fitness Center | 303.8036 551 NIMS, SOUTH RIVERSIDE PARK Fee is per visit (ages 16+) 2700 N. Woodland (67204) 13602 McAdams 15 6/9 F 6:00p-7:00p $4 Adult Intro Classes | $30/person: Mon – Thurs: 9am – 7pm Boot Camp Basics 13605 McAdams 14 6/10 Sa 11:30a-12:00p $2 Fri: 9am – 5pm Wed, May 31 | 5:30pm – 8:30pm Sat, July 8 | 8:30am – 11:30am Build strength, endurance and cardio while getting ripped! This Sat, July 29 | 8:30am – 11:30am action packed military style workout for guys and gals will be held Linwood Fitness Center | 337.9191 indoors and is great for beginning level students. 1901 S. Kansas (67211) Adult Learn to Row Session | $140/person: Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Mon – Thurs: 8am – 8pm Begins June 12, July 10, July 31 14056 Woodard 5 6/6 Tu 7:00p-7:45p $12 14057 Woodard 5 6/10 Sa 9:00a-9:45a $12 Fri: 8am – 6pm 5-class sessions Mon/Wed 6pm – 8pm, final Sat 8:30am –11am 14058 Woodard 5 7/18 Tu 7:00p-7:45p $12 Sat: 10am – noon Junior Intro Classes | $40/person (ages 14 – 18): Cardio Kickboxing Orchard Fitness Center | 337.9244 Thurs 6pm – 8pm and Sat 9am – 11:00am Kick start your workouts! Mix up your routine with flexibility 4808 W. 9th St (67212) Begins June 15, July 13, August 3 and strength-building kickboxing moves. You'll enjoy high- Mon – Fri: 8am – 8pm intensity drills and energizing music while burning calories. This Rowing works 86% of your muscles in a cardiovascular workout, consisting of jabs, hooks, uppercuts and 30-minute row! kicks, is designed to get you on your way to a leaner body. No equipment is used and gloves are not required. Ages 13+. Monthly Membership (Lynette Woodard only) Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Hula Hoop Workout $10/month per person Registration and more info at 14118 Atwater 6 6/8 Th 6:00p-6:45p $14 $5 for each additional person in the same household. Become a spinner and be a winner! This fun fitness class uses WICHITAROWING.org 14119 Woodard 8 6/10 Sa 11:00a-11:45a $19 special larger and heavier hoops rather than traditional ones to provide a low impact, but high intensity cardio training. This Lynette Woodard Fitness Center | 303.8015 Circuit Training workout engages the entire body, with special emphasis on the 2755 E. 19th St (67214) Feel the burn! This is a high intensity, fast-paced workout with abdominals and obliques to blast that belly fat. Mon – Fri: 10am – 12pm & 1pm – 5pm Aerobics—Step short rest periods between each segment. Cardio endurance, Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Rise to the challenge! Tone up, burn calories and get a great cardio power and agility exercises target all major muscle groups. A one- 14209 Edgemoor 13 6/7 W 5:30p-6:15p $31 workout using step platforms. Cardio work is followed by strength month Fitness Center membership is included. training with weights and floor exercises. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Indoor Cycle Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 13646 Linwood 8 6/8 Th 6:00p-7:00p $38 Let the spin begin! Motivating music will propel you through FITNESS 13632 Linwood 12 6/5 M 5:45p-6:30p $28 sprints, climbs and runs. Improve cardiovascular fitness while 13751 Orchard 23 6/5 M/W 6:35p-7:20p $54 Core and More strengthening muscles and building endurance. Perfect for all Personal Fitness Training Work on that six pack! This class targets the upper and lower fitness levels. Get fit quick with one-on-one personal training. Each 45-minute Barre Fitness abdominals and obliques, along with transverse and back muscles Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee session is tailored to the individual’s needs and held by appointment Raise the barre! Get lean, sculpted muscles like dancers have by which supply power and support to the entire body. 14153 Atwater 5 6/6 Tu 5:45p-6:30p $14 only. Contact Linwood Recreation Center directly to schedule. performing ballet moves that focus on legs, glutes and core. Use Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 14154 Atwater 5 7/18 Tu 5:45p-6:30p $14 Fee is $25 for a private session or $20 for a semi-private session the ballet barre for balance during high-rep, small range-of-motion 14120 Atwater 6 6/6 Tu 6:30p-7:00p $11 consisting of 2-3 people. No online registration. strength training. Includes some floor work and light weights. 13647 Linwood 12 6/5 M 6:30p-7:00p $21 Kickboxing Ages 14+. Get fighter-fit without getting hit! This class is a combination of Aerobics—Cardio Mix Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee boxing, martial arts and cardio providing a total body workout. Mix it up! Revamp your fitness routine with a mix of kickboxing, 14054 Atwater 6 6/6 Tu 11:00a-11:45a $14 Sorry! All recreation Learn proper technique for kicks and punches using bags, shields step, floor and boot camp exercises. Tackle your abs and back to 14055 Atwater 6 6/6 Tu 7:00p-7:45p $14 and mitts. Kick, jab, cross, hook and uppercut your way to build strength and endurance. Cardio segments vary each class. centers will be closed on improved balance, flexibility, strength and endurance. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 13582 Boston 12 6/6 Tu 5:30p-6:30p $38 May 29th & July 4th. 14162 Atwater 5 6/6 Tu 7:35p-8:20p $16

26 Creating community through people, parks, and programs Register at wichita.gov/ParkandRec • Office (316) 268.4361 • Email [email protected] 27 ADULTS FITNESS ADULTS Tai Chi for Health Total Body Workout Zumba Fitness Find inner peace! Tai Chi is a gentle, low-impact, slow moving Go from flab to fab! This class features cardio and strength Join the hottest dance and fitness craze! Sculpt your body with exercise commonly referred to as meditation in motion. It training with hand-held weights, bands, balls and body resistance. simple Latin dance steps, interval and resistance training for a FITNESS promotes gentle, flowing postures to help improve balance, Core work included. fun-filled rhythmic workout. coordination, strength, flexibility and relieve stress. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Pound 14244 Edgemoor 12 6/6 Tu 10:00a-10:45a $28 Rock on! Using lightly weighted drumsticks called Ripstix©, Tai Chi Chuan Fee is per session 14245 Edgemoor 13 6/9 F 10:00a-10:45a $31 13594 Boston 11 6/5 M 6:00p-6:45p $26 you will become the music as you drum your way through the A combination of Tai Chi styles including Yang, Sun and 13801 Orchard 20 6/5 M/W 11:00a-11:45a $47 14257 Edgemoor 12 6/5 M 5:30p-6:15p $28 workout. This invigorating full-body workout combines cardio, Modern Style are incorporated in this program. Students 13802 Orchard 20 6/6 Tu/Th 6:30p-7:15p $47 13815 Orchard 26 6/5 M/W 5:45p-6:30p $61 conditioning and strength training with fast moving yoga and will learn basic forms, correct body posture, proper weight Fee is per visit pilates-inspired movements. distribution, slow and even movements along with proper Weight Training for Women 13610 McAdams 15 6/5 M 7:30p-8:30p $4 Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee breathing techniques. Intermediate students will learn more Develop a rock hard body in a non-intimidating environment! 13607 McAdams 15 6/7 W 10:30a-11:30a $4 13587 Boston 11 6/6 Tu 6:30p-7:15p $26 advanced stances and movements. Challenge all your muscle groups as you learn free weight 13616 McAdams 15 6/9 F 10:30a-11:30a $4 13586 Boston 11 6/8 Th 6:30p-7:15p $26 Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee exercises and the correct technique for using weights. 13618 McAdams 14 6/10 Sa 12:00p-1:00p $4 Beginners Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 13619 McAdams 15 6/11 Su 2:00p-3:00p $4 Punch, Kick & Lift 13791 Kiwanis Pk 24 6/6 Tu/Th 10:00a-10:45a $57 13690 Linwood 8 6/6 Tu 6:00p-7:00p $25 This class packs a punch! This high-powered workout uses a Intermediate Zumba Fitness combination of intense cardio kickboxing and weight training 13792 Kiwanis Pk 24 6/6 Tu/Th 11:00a-11:45a $57 Get the same great Zumba workout, but in a class that is with hand-held weights to improve endurance and strength. Fee geared towards the plus-size individual or those who are body- is per visit. Dr. Lam’s Seated Tai Chi for Arthritis conscious. It’s a supportive group fitness program that is held in Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee This program is based on the Sun style Tai Chi and consists a private setting. Contact Linwood Recreation Center for more 13623 McAdams 14 6/6 Tu 6:00p-7:00p $4 of a series of stretching exercises, warm-up and cool-down, information. 13625 McAdams 13 6/10 Sa 11:00a-11:30a $2 along with powerful QiGong breathing exercise. It is specifically Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee designed for the student that cannot stand for long periods of 13692 Hyde Pk 6 6/5 M 7:00p-7:45p $14 Sol Cycle time or those confined to wheelchairs and helps reduce arthritis 13695 Hyde Pk 6 6/7 W 7:00p-7:45p $14 The fitness solution to mind/body fusion! Climb, jog, sprint pain and prevent falls. 13696 Hyde Pk 6 7/17 M 7:00p-7:45p $14 and dance in this workout that is far and above the average Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Yoga 13697 Hyde Pk 6 7/19 W 7:00p-7:45p $14 cycling class. Listen to high-energy music while a motivational 14262 Evergreen 12 7/25 Tu/Th 6:00p-7:00p $38 Stretch, breathe, focus, relax! Improve health and posture and instructor guides you through high and low resistance moves practice precision and alignment by holding poses. Props may be Zumba Toning and arm workouts with or without weights. Warm-up and Dr. Lam’s Tai Chi for Arthritis used. Personal floor mats encouraged. Goodbye jello arms! This circuit training program combines cool-down exercises complete this ultimate fat burning, stress This advanced program integrates the practices of Tai Chi Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee targeted body-sculpting exercises with short bursts of high- relieving, full-body workout. for Arthritis Parts 1 & 2 into one continuous program to help 13590 Boston 13 6/5 M 9:00a-10:15a $51 energy cardio work. Use lightweight, maraca-like toning sticks to Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee you develop a deeper Tai Chi experience. Student must have 13591 Boston 13 6/5 M 6:00p-7:15p $51 enhance rhythm and target arms, abs, glutes and thighs. Contact 14155 Atwater 5 6/8 Th 6:00p-6:45p $14 completed both programs to participate. 13592 Boston 13 6/7 W 9:00a-10:15a $51 Linwood Recreation Center for more information. 14156 Atwater 5 7/20 Th 6:00p-6:45p $14 Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 13593 Boston 13 6/7 W 6:00p-7:15p $51 Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 13821 Evergreen 8 6/6 Tu/Th 6:00p-7:00p $25 14246 Edgemoor 12 6/5 M 9:45a-10:45a $38 14284 Hyde Pk 10 6/5 M 6:00p-6:45p $24 Stretch & Flex 14247 Edgemoor 12 6/6 Tu 5:45p-6:45p $38 Stretch the limits! This classic stretching workout helps relieve Dr. Lam’s Tai Chi for Diabetes 14248 Edgemoor 12 6/6 Tu 7:00p-8:00p $38 muscle tension along with improving flexibility, balance, blood This Tai Chi class combines diaphragmatic breathing and 14249 Edgemoor 13 6/7 W 9:45a-10:45a $41 circulation and range of motion in your joints. A must for those relaxation with slow, fluid and gentle movements which 14250 Edgemoor 13 6/8 Th 6:00p-7:00p $41 just starting out, returning to exercise, sitting all day or not will help improve blood glucose levels and immune system 13595 Evergreen 12 6/6 Tu 6:00p-7:00p $38 engaged in a lot of physical activities. response for those with diabetes. 13691 Linwood 13 6/8 Th 6:30p-7:30p $41 Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 14236 Edgemoor 13 6/7 W 9:00a-9:45a $31 13613 Evergreen 11 6/6 Tu/Th 6:00p-7:00p $35 Yoga—Kripalu Calm your mind! Hatha postures are practiced gently with an emphasis on being present in your body and sustaining a flowing breath. Choose the intensity level that is right for you. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Try before you Beginning buy! Sample a 13813 Orchard 10 6/6 Tu 4:15p-5:15p $32 13811 Orchard 9 6/22 Th 4:15p-5:15p $28 fitness class. 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Pickleball-Private Lessons ADULTS Improve your game and be more effective on the court with MARTIAL ARTS ADULTS private lessons taught by a highly experienced, top ranked instructor. Fee is $32 for a one-hour private lesson or $25 for Chinese Internal Boxing for Self-Defense Tae Kwon Do (Cont.) Intermediate a 1 ½-hour semi-private lesson with three individuals. Contact Give yourself a fighting chance! Learn to stop an attack so 14239 Edgemoor 13 6/6 Tu/Th 7:15p–8:15p $39 Edgemoor Recreation Center directly to schedule. No online you can get away. This in-depth training uses slow, repetitive 14260 Edgemoor 12 7/25 Tu/Th 7:15p–8:15p $36 SPORTS registration. movements to teach throws, locks, compliance, punches and 13675 Linwood 14 6/5 M/Th 7:45p–8:45p $42 kicks. Flexibility, stretching and strengthening exercises are also 13677 Linwood 12 7/24 M/Th 7:45p–8:45p $36 Archery Tennis big components. Ages 8+; adult must enroll and participate with 13789 Orchard 12 6/5 M/W 7:15p–8:15p $36 Aim, set, release! Learn archery fundamentals, shooting skills Game, set, match! Learn the fundamentals of tennis, including children ages 8-11. 13790 Orchard 12 7/24 M/W 7:15p–8:15p $36 and safe conduct. Presented by Wichita Shooting Stars. Contact rules and game strategies. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Linwood Recreation Center for more information. Ages 8+. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 13643 Linwood 13 6/5 M 7:00p-8:15p $41 Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 14242 Edgemoor 5 6/6 Tu 7:00p-8:00p $25 DANCE Chinese Internal Boxing 13698 Archery Rge 8 6/5 M 5:45p-7:15p $32 14258 Edgemoor 5 7/25 Tu 7:00p-8:00p $25 13699 Archery Rge 8 6/6 Tu 5:45p-7:15p $32 13794 Orchard 5 6/8 Th 7:00p-8:00p $25 Go on the defensive! Learn Chinese martial arts including boxing, Spin your way onto the dance floor! Learn some of the most 13795 Orchard 5 7/20 Th 7:00p-8:00p $25 kicking and self-defense. Must have completed Chinese Internal popular ballroom dances, including the Foxtrot, Tango, Waltz, Boxing-Private Lessons Boxing for Self-Defense class, or receive instructor approval, Rumba, Swing and Cha-Cha. Fee is per couple. No online One-on-one training is the fastest way to improve your boxing Sand Volleyball League - Coed Team before taking this intermediate level class. Ages 12+. registration. Call to register. skills. Fee is $15 per 30-minute private lesson. By appointment Bump it up! This 6-on-6 self-officiated league is for beginning Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee only. No online registration. Contact Lynette Woodard Recreation to intermediate players who are proficient in all skills and court 13645 Linwood 13 6/5 M 5:30p-6:45p $41 14197 Edgemoor 6 6/5 M 7:30p-8:15p $34 Center to register. Held at the Atwater Neighborhood Resource strategy. An award is given to the first place team. The fee is per 14198 Edgemoor 6 7/24 M 7:30p-8:15p $34 Center. No membership required. Ages 5+. team with a maximum of eight on a roster and you must have all Self-Defense Workshop Protect yourself! Learn various techniques to use in response players' information and payment to register. Call Watson Park if Belly Dance Boxing Basics you are an individual wishing to join a team. Ages 18+. to an attack such as use of pressure points, blocks, kicks and Shimmy your way into shape as you isolate and work various body Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee! Learn proper techniques Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee punches. Expect some hand-to-hand contact while practicing parts such as shoulders, chest and stomach. For beginners only. such as stance, jabs, power punches, footwork, hooks and 13685 Watson 8 6/6 Tu 6:15p-8:45p $90 these control methods. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee uppercuts. Also, learn strategies to prepare for a match. This no- Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 13636 Linwood 9 6/14 W 6:00p-7:00p $34 contact class features punching bags, speed bags and punching Sand Volleyball League - Coed Individual Ages 6+

mitts. Boxing gloves are provided or bring your own. Five classes Bump it up! Join this self-officiated intermediate level drop-in 13598 Evergreen 1 6/17 Sa 10:00a-12:00p $9 are held, except for Saturday, which will have six classes. league. Proficiency in all skills and court strategy required. Fee is Ages 8+ Code Location Gender Begins Day Time Fee per class. No online registration. Register at McAdams Recreation 13667 Linwood 1 6/10 Sa 9:00a-12:00p $14 Beginning Center. 14099 Atwater Coed 6/5 M 6:00p-6:45p $16 Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Shorin Ryu Karate 14101 Atwater Coed 6/7 W 5:30p-6:15p $16 13628 McAdams 13 6/5 M 5:30p-7:00p $3 Karate chop til’ you drop! This traditional Okinawan Karate 14098 Atwater Coed 6/10 Sa 11:15a-12:00p $20 method involves the use of hands, feet and elbows. Class will 14103 Atwater Coed 7/10 M 6:00p-6:45p $16 focus on etiquette, coordination, basic forms, kata and free 14102 Atwater Coed 7/12 W 5:30p-6:15p $16 sparring. Blocking and offensive technique work will help develop All Levels SUMMER SLAM speed and increase reaction time. Ages 7+. 14100 Atwater Women 6/5 M 7:00p-7:45p $16 Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 14104 Atwater Women 7/10 M 7:00p-7:45p $16 SAND VOLLEYBALL 14174 Woodard 11 6/6 Tu/Th 6:50p-7:50p $33

Kickboxing TOURNAMENT Tae Kwon Do Get fighter-fit without getting hit! This class is a combination of AUG 12 | $60 Work your way up the martial arts ladder! Develop physical agility and self-discipline while learning respect for yourself and others. boxing, martial arts and cardio providing a total body workout. Belly Dance Choreography Learn proper technique for kicks and punches using bags, shields Belt advancement opportunities are available. Ages 6+. • 6v6 Coed Division The hips don't lie! Experienced belly dancers will progress into and mitts. Kick, jab, cross, hook and uppercut your way to Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee • Teams are guaranteed 4 games advanced moves and belly dance choreography. Instructor improved balance, flexibility, strength and endurance. Beginning approval required for this advanced class. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee • All teams go to bracket 14238 Edgemoor 13 6/6 Tu/Th 6:15p–7:15p $39 Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 14162 Atwater 5 6/6 Tu 7:35p-8:20p $16 14259 Edgemoor 12 7/25 Tu/Th 6:30p–7:30p $36 • Standard Watson Park rules apply 13637 Linwood 9 6/15 Th 7:00p-8:00p $34 13596 Evergreen 11 6/6 Tu/Th 6:30p-7:30p $33 • No online registration Pickleball - Open Gym 13597 Evergreen 12 7/25 Tu/Th 6:30p–7:30p $36 Belly Dance Combinations and Props 13671 Linwood 14 6/5 M/Th 6:45p–7:45p $42 Calling all Pickleball lovers! Beginners to advanced players will •Register directly at Watson Park Take your skills to the next level with new dance steps in this 13673 Linwood 12 7/24 M/Th 6:45p–7:45p $36 get a workout and improve skills by dropping in for these quick, • Fee is per team intermediate class. Discover how to use props such as veils, 13787 Orchard 12 6/5 M/W 6:15p–7:15p $36 fast-paced pick-up games. Fee is per visit. canes and zils. • T-shirts are awarded to the 13788 Orchard 12 7/24 M/W 6:15p–7:15p $36 Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee first place finishers 13585 Boston 13 6/7 W 6:00p-9:00p $2 13638 Linwood 9 6/14 W 7:00p-8:00p $34 14220 Edgemoor 12 6/6 Tu 1:00p-3:00p $2 Pool play begins at 8:00am with bracket 14221 Edgemoor 13 6/10 Sa 1:00p-3:00p $2 play immediately following

30 Creating community through people, parks, and programs Register at wichita.gov/ParkandRec • Office (316) 268.4361 • Email [email protected] 31 ADULTS Drawing II ADULTS Fill up your sketch book! This class builds on the Introduction to Drawing class, which is a prerequisite, and introduces more advanced techniques in proportion and perspective. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee DANCE 13668 Linwood 4 7/13 Th 7:15p-8:30p $24 MUSIC

Belly Dance II Painting with Acrylics Guitar Shimmy your way to the top! This intermediate class builds on Express yourself with color! Beginners will gain an understanding Strum your heart out! Learn guitar basics including tuning, Belly Dance basic skills with additional dance steps and an of brush styles, strokes, color-mixing and working on textured strumming chords, understanding guitar charts, tablature and introduction to choreography. Also, learn about performance surfaces. Intermediate students may participate and receive reading music. Students must bring own guitar. preparation techniques. individual assistance. Supplies are provided. Ages 14+. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 13659 Linwood 8 6/6 Tu 7:30p-8:30p $33 13639 Linwood 9 6/15 Th 6:00p-7:00p $34 14217 Edgemoor 3 7/22 Sa 12:00p-1:30p $21

Clogging Salsa Feel the beat in this high energy ! Learn to create audible Get saucy! Come learn the basic moves of this lively, rhythmic rhythms with your feet. You must provide your own clogging shoes. dance. Experience the energy of the music and percussive rhythm Private Lessons Contact Orchard Recreation Center for more information. of the Latin culture while learning basic free style and partner Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee moves. Partner not required. Ages 14+. Improve your musical skills quickly with one-on-one private 13755 Kiwanis Pk 13 6/5 M 6:00p-7:00p $50 Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee lessons. Each session is tailored to the individual needs of the 14171 Atwater 8 6/5 M 6:30p-7:30p $31 student and held by appointment only. No online registration. 14172 Atwater 8 6/7 W 6:30p-7:30p $31 Contact the recreation center directly. Fee is $13 per 30-minute lesson. Ages 6+.

Salsa - Private Lessons Drums All eyes will be on you! These customized Salsa lessons will allow Feel the beat! Learn proper grip, stroke you to learn at your own pace, plus are adapted to your learning technique, rhythms, patterns and different style and personal dance goals. Lessons are by appointment only. drumming styles on snare drum and a drum Contact Lynette Woodard Recreation Center directly for schedule kit. Contact Lynette Woodard Recreation and to register. Fee is $13 for a 30-minute lesson. Center for schedule and to register. Pastels Guitar Color your world! Discover the joy of this rich and colorful medium ART Play like a rock star! Learn basic mechanics, by learning how to apply, layer, blend and combine pastel colors. chords, scales, notes, tuning, reading music Supplies are provided. Drawing Manga & Superheroes and tablature. Learn to play all styles of Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee East meets West in this class for comic creativity! Learn about music. Purchase of book is required after Country 13664 Linwood 4 6/6 Tu 7:15p-8:30p $24 the unique features and characteristics to illustrate both Manga the first lesson. Amp and acoustic or electric Get your boots a scootin'! Learn the most popular dances such 14281 Linwood 4 7/11 Tu 7:15p-8:30p $24 and Superhero characters. Ages 10+. guitar are available or bring your own. as the Tush Push and more. No partner required. Edgemoor Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Contact Lynette Woodard Recreation Center Recreation Center class uses a variety of music styles. Pastels II 14205 Edgemoor 4 6/10 Sa 12:00p-1:00p $20 for schedule and to register. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee It’s time to branch out! Build off the basic pastel drawing skills and

14201 Edgemoor 6 6/5 M 5:30p-6:15p $17 Drawing with Charcoal learn advanced techniques in light and heavy pressure blending, Mandolin 14202 Edgemoor 6 7/24 M 5:30p-6:15p $17 For once smudges are good! Learn shading and smudging coloring and stippling. Student must have completed Pastels class Don’t fret! These lessons cover posture, 13756 Orchard 10 6/8 Th 6:30p-7:30p $38 techniques using an eraser, cloths and fingers to create the or have instructor approval to attend. basic techniques, reading music and chord illusion of depth and shadow. Supplies provided. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee formation. Contact Evergreen Recreation Country Two-Step & Triple-Step Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 14282 Linwood 4 8/8 Tu 7:15p-8:30p $24 Center for schedule and to register. It will be smooth movin' across the dance floor with this up-tempo 13649 Linwood 4 8/10 Th 7:15p-8:30p $24 45-minute lessons also available for $20. country . Master the basics of the two-step and Watercolor triple-step, then add spins, wraps and weaving so you're sure to Introduction to Drawing Get inspired through the use of color! Experience the magical Piano impress. Fee is per couple. No online registration for this class. Draw with confidence! Use proper techniques to sketch lines, quality of this transparent medium and learn how to sketch out Let your fingers do the walking! Begin with the Call to register. curves and geometric shapes. Bring drawings to life with the your initial design, along with basic techniques. Experiment with foundations of piano including notes, chords, Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee use of shadows, shading, texture and perspective. All supplies blending and mixing of colors to create perspective, texture and staff, rhythm, phrasing and dynamics. 14203 Edgemoor 6 6/5 M 6:30p-7:15p $34 provided. shadows. Purchase of selected piano book required 14204 Edgemoor 6 7/24 M 6:30p-7:15p $34 Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee after first session. Contact Lynette 13662 Linwood 4 6/8 Th 7:15p-8:30p $24 14286 Atwater 4 6/11 Su 4:30p-6:00p $30 Woodard Recreation Center for schedule and to register.

32 Creating community through people, parks, and programs Register at wichita.gov/ParkandRec • Office (316) 268.4361 • Email [email protected] 33 ADULTS Natural Soap Making ADULTS Healthy soap, healthy hands! Hear about the history of soap making, then craft your own signature soaps using the cold-process method. Personalize the color and scent or add exfoliants from completely natural additives. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Hooked On Card Games 13780 Orchard 1 6/10 Sa 1:00p-4:00p $35 Students need to bring their DSLR camera, manual and Deal me in! A deck of cards can lead to hours of a memory card to each class. Sewing Basics entertainment and can be taken anywhere. Learn the It's sew simple! Learn to operate basic features on a sewing terminology, rules, scoring and card etiquette. Then, practice Digital Photography Special Effects machine and find out about the essential sewing tools and those skills with fun group play. A great family activity! Ages 12+. Challenge your creativity! Delve into new creative techniques CRAFTS accessories. Basic troubleshooting is discussed as well as such as double exposure to create ghostly images, photographing practicing simple machine utility stitches, zipper installation, elastic Pitch & Hearts smoke, fire effects and using colored lights. A good working insertion and button holes. All supplies included. Ages 18+. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Arm Knitting 13773 Orchard 4 6/7 W 6:00p-7:30p $22 knowledge of your camera is a must. A tripod should also be Check out the new craze that has hit the knitting world! All Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee brought to class. you need is yarn and your two arms to create a scarf in thirty 13630 McAdams 9 6/10 Sa 12:30p-2:00p $41 Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee minutes or less. Learn the slip knot, long-tail cast-on, knit stitch Spades & Shanghai 14235 Edgemoor 3 8/10 Th 6:00p-8:00p $25 and joining ends together, then you’re on your way to creation Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee paradise. Some supplies provided. Ask for supply list. 13774 Orchard 4 7/12 W 6:00p-7:30p $22 Outdoor Digital Photography Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee & GAMES Shoot like a pro! Improve your outdoor photographs by 13816 Orchard 1 8/5 Sa 9:00a-12:00p $12 understanding more about camera basics and how to control Croquet light. Learn about using flash, reflectors, filters and other outdoor Crochet Basics Keep the backyard tradition alive! You’ve seen the game of croquet, accessories along with low light techniques. Flower photography This class will have you in stitches! Learn tools, techniques, but do you really know how to play it? Learn proper technique for SPECIAL INTEREST will also be discussed. yarn selection and stitches ranging from simple to ornate. holding the mallet and striking the balls, along with rules, scoring, Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Create objects like coasters, dishcloths and flowers. Supplies game play and strategies. Ages 8+. Aromatherapy 14218 Edgemoor 2 7/13 Th 6:00p-8:00p $17 provided. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Let fragrance help your mind, body and spirit! Discover the 13781 Orchard 2 7/17 M 6:00p-8:00p $17 Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 13822 Linwood Pk 5 6/5 M 6:00p-7:00p $17 benefits of essential oils, their properties and therapeutic uses. 13757 Orchard 3 6/10 Sa 9:00a–12:00p $36 Learn blending techniques and then create your own alternative Photo Editing Tools Horseshoes blends to take home. Be a master manipulator! Learn to make basic photo edits to Advanced Crochet Stitches It’s time to throw down with this classic backyard summer game! Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee sharpen, lighten and darken your images. Also, understand We know you’re st-itching to learn more! Discover six new ways Learn the proper technique for holding and pitching horseshoes, 13633 Linwood 3 7/11 Tu 5:00p-7:00p $55 exporting methods for emails, enlarging for print, using different to create incredible texture and excitement in your crochet. Learn rules and scoring. Strategies will be discussed while having fun file formats and retouching options. Software packages and the the how-to’s of popcorn, cluster, puff, basket weave, ribbed and playing the game. Become a Beekeeper use of free and inexpensive tools will also be covered. Students cable stitching, along with how to incorporate them into projects Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee What's the buzz about? This beginning course teaches must bring a Windows based laptop. like hats, scarves and blankets. Ask for supply list. 13823 Linwood Pk 6 6/8 Th 6:00p-7:00p $20 beekeeping essentials including equipment, caring for and Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee collecting bees, along with developing and harvesting honey. 13784 Orchard 2 8/14 M 6:00p-8:00p $17 13817 Orchard 3 8/12 Sa 9:00a-12:00p $36 Instructor provides continued support once your hive has been established. Presented by American Bee Removal. Finger Crochet Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee No crochet hook? No problem! Utilize your good ol’ pointy finger as 13754 Orchard 10 6/15 Th 7:00p–8:30p $49 a substitute crochet hook when working with bulky yarn and create amazing scarfs or blankets, quickly and easily. Learn how to create Canoe & Kayak Clinic the slip knot, chain, single crochet and join the ends together. You'll be rollin' on the river! This one-session class provides Some supplies are provided. Ask for supply list. participants an introduction to kayak/canoe equipment along with Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee basic paddling techniques and maneuvering. Water safety will also 13818 Orchard 1 9/2 Sa 9:00a-12:00p $12 be discussed. Then, kick back and enjoy perfecting those paddling skills. Presented by the Kansas Canoe and Kayak Club. Ages 10+. Knitting On-site adult supervision required for youth ages 10 – 15. No skein, no gain! Beginning knitters will learn the basics of yarn Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee and needle selection, casting on and off, knitting, purling and how 13672 Watson 1 6/17 Sa 8:00a-10:00a $15 to fix common mistakes. Practice yarn and needles provided. 13674 Watson 1 6/17 Sa 10:00a-12:00p $15 Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 13778 Orchard 3 7/15 Sa 9:00a-12:00p $36 Are there other programs you want to see offered? ? Call 268.4192 or email [email protected] and share your new class idea!

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Candy Bouquet How sweet it is! Learn how to combine a variety of candies and chocolates to create this delightfully tasty arrangement. It will be SPECIAL INTEREST both delicious and beautiful! Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Central Riverside Park History Stroll 14115 Atwater 1 6/25 Su 1:00p-2:00p $13 Outsmart Your Smartphone Join a walking tour of Central Riverside Park. Learn about the You have the technology, now learn how to use it! Discover the original Riverside Boat House, Riverside Land Company and horse Edible Bouquet Workshop basics of what you can actually do with your Android/Apple Tired of bringing boring foods to a party? Create fun food displays track. Also, learn how recent renovations reflect the park's history. smartphone or tablet. See how to customize your device, manage and mini-edible arrangements using a variety of foods such as Meet at the parking lot on Nims St. by the Celebration Plaza contacts, get notifications and alerts, download free eBooks, install cinnamon rolls, cookies, vegetables and more! The one-time fountain. On-site registration will not be accepted. apps and more. workshops will create a sunflower cookie bouquet. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee 13694 Riverside Pk 1 6/22 Th 5:30p-7:00p $10 13819 Orchard 1 8/2 W 6:00p-7:30p $10 14169 Atwater 3 6/6 Tu 7:00p-8:00p $33 German 14146 Atwater 1 7/25 Tu 6:00p-7:00p $11 14147 Atwater 1 6/13 Tu 10:00a-11:00a $11 Computer Workshops Communicate with the world! Achieve a basic knowledge of German, which is the most widely spoken language in Europe. Learn Don’t be intimidated by the computer! This series of workshops grammar and pronunciation, as well as key phrases and concepts. Hispanic Cooking Delicioso! Make authentic Hispanic inspired dishes such as pork breaks down the various aspects of computer use into easy to Students will be given information about the required textbook on burritos, flour tacos and chili verde. You'll be a hit at your next understand segments. Each class will also discuss the various the first day of class. fiesta! Food is provided. Registration deadline is 7/18. free software options for that task. A limited number of laptops are Spreadsheet Basics Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee available. Bring your own, if you have one. Learn how to use spreadsheets to store and analyze information 14279 Atwater 8 6/5 M 6:30p-8:00p $36 13611 Evergreen 5 7/19 W 6:00p-7:00p $32 into columns and rows. 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Also learn Keep your computer safe from the bad guys! This class is a minutes. Ages 7+. how to repair small areas of scaling and replace that missing beginner’s guide on how to secure your computer or laptop and keep chunk off your front step. Presented by The Home Depot. Spanish your information safe online. Find out how to recognize scams, use Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee the internet safely, avoid phishing scams, block bad advertisements Boost your communication skills by learning a new language! 14288 Linwood 1 7/15 Sa 10:00a-12:00p $8 and keep up with new threats. Practice common words, phrases and sentence structures. Code Location Classes Begins Day Time Fee Edgemoor Recreation Center requires the textbook "Spanish in 13820 Orchard 1 6/21 W 6:00p-7:30p $10 10 Minutes a Day." 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Bring your soccer ball to the golf course!

$12 green fee | Youth $8 L.W. Clapp Golf Course 4611 E. Harry Call 316-688-9341 to book your tee time!

Location Address seats kitchen phone Fairmount Park 1647 N. Yale 60 no 303.8015* Wichita Public Golf Courses Goldenrod Park 1340 S. Pattie 150 yes 337.9191 Hyde Park 201 S. Greenwood 150 yes 688.9392 Kiwanis Park 5101 W. 2nd St. North 150 yes 337.9244 Junior Minisa Park 704 W. 13th St. North 110 yes 303.8036 Park Villa 1029 N. Bitting 50 partial 337.9222 Watson Park 3022 S. McLean Blvd 50 no 529.9940 * Tour ages 10-17 Stay local! Compete local!

Series of tournaments All open shelters are first-come-first-serve or $65 to reserve. Call 268-4361 for details. $75 to register Boston Park Leon Robinson Park River Corridor Gazebo Weekly competition (Drury Hotel) Develop your skills Buffalo Park Lincoln Park Gazebo Build relationships Cessna Park East Linwood North Park Schweiter Park Grow your confidence Cessna Park West Longview Park Gazebo Sim Park Chisholm Creek McAdams Park Sycamore Park Register now at Emery Memorial Park Murdock Park Watson Park * Garvey Park North Riverside Park Gazebo West Douglas Park golfwichita.com! Dr. Glen Dey Park Pawnee Prairie Park West Millbrook Park Herman Hill Park Planeview Park Woodland Park

38 Creating community through people, parks, and programs Register at wichita.gov/ParkandRec • Office (316) 268.4361 • Email [email protected] 39 455 N. Main, 11th Floor | 268.4123 | Rainout Hotline: 219.9777 YOUTH SPORTS LEAGUES 8am–5pm M–F (excluding holidays)

Greater Wichita Area Junior Football League ADULT SPORTS LEAGUES The rich tradition of the GWJFL continues to grow throughout the city. This league has proven to be one of the most competitive leagues in the Midwest and consistently produces the highest Coed Kickball League quality players. Numerous GWJFL players have advanced to the collegiate and professional Come and relive your childhood glory days with this classic recess game! Kickball is a fun and purely ranks! recreational game that will get your heart rate up while keeping your stress level down. Season is six To learn more about practices, individual fees and how to join, contact each organizational director below. weeks with 12 games (double headers). Games will be played on Wednesday evenings. Registration: June 5 - August 30 Organization Director Phone Number Practice Location Fee Per Team: $350 Aztecs Angel Martinez 316.519.3357 Evergreen Park Bears Mark Johnson 316.993.0306 Brownthrush Park Season Starts: September 6 Bulldogs Theo Cribbs 316.880.1126 Chester I. Lewis Academy Location: Kansas Sports Hall of Fame Complex (KSHF) Colts Greg Phillips 316.264.1533 Dr. Glen Dey Park Cowboys Jerrod Page 316.518.1237 Boston Park Men’s and Coed Summer League Slow-Pitch Softball Crusaders David Channel 316.250.8312 Harrison Park Recreational and competitive leagues available. Double headers are played on the night of your Gators Cody Walker 316.587.7844 Osage Park Grizzlies Jerran Trotter 316.209.2290 Northwest High School choice. Single player pools are available for those without enough players to fill a team. Season Hawks Paul Rehmet 316.308.6042 McAdams Park consists of 12 games. Games are played each night of the week. Saints Jennifer Hardwell 316.204.9417 Edgemoor Park Registration: June 5 – August 11 Stars Lawrence Allen 316.616.8570 Boys and Girls Club Fee Per Team: $450 Tigers Frank Turner 316.305.9919 Linwood Park Season Starts: Week of August 27 Titans Jerome Crawford 316.207.0238 Planeview Park Trojans Gino Pipkins 316.516.9546 Fairmount Park Location: Kansas Sports Hall of Fame Complex, South Lakes Sports Complex, West Douglas Park Wolverines Richard Owens 316.258.9393 Brownthrush Park Adult 7 on 7 Flag Football Youth Coed T-ball Join this backyard style version of an American Classic! This league is played on a reduced size T-ball is a great first sport! Kids will learn baseball fundamentals while developing social field with limited contact and maximum fun. Season includes eight regular season games plus skills and learning to receive instruction from coaches. Teams are guaranteed eight games a post-season tournament. Games are played on Saturday and begin around 10am. and everyone receives a jersey and a medal. Ages 4–6. Registration: June 5 - August 4 Registration: March 6 – May 12 Fee Per Team: $375 Fee: $55 Season Starts: August 12 Season Starts: June 5 Location: South Lakes Season Duration: 8 weeks Location: Orchard Park Miracle Field Slow Pitch Softball Tournaments Boys Rookie League Baseball Tournaments guarantee a minimum of three games played, except Crank up the competition! Top high school talent will compete at the highest level. Junior League Tanner’s All Night Bash and Duck Soup, which guarantee two. ages 14–16. Senior League ages 16–18. Teams are guaranteed 14 games. Team registration only. Registration: March 6 – May 19 Date Tournament Location Fee Register By Fee: $1,200 per team Season Starts: May 30 June 3 Riverfest (mens) South Lakes $190 May 29 Season Duration: 12 weeks June 10 Riverfest (coed) KSHF $190 June 5 Location: McAdams Park & Kansas Sports Hall of Fame Complex July 21 Tanner’s All Night Bash (mens) South Lakes $175 July 17 October 21 Duck Soup (coed) South Lakes $175 October 16 Hot Hoops Basketball League Wichita Park & Recreation is excited to offer a new competitive summer basketball league for grade school, middle school and high school kids. Kindergarten-3rd grade teams are allowed to be coed, but all other ages will feature separate boys and girls teams. Register as a team or as an individual to be placed on a team. Every team is allowed a one-hour practice each week and will play LOCATIONS a minimum of 8 games in the evenings during the week. All participants will receive a game t-shirt and Kansas Sports Hall of Fame Complex Stryker Soccer Complex medal. Register directly at Lynette Woodard Recreation Center. (KSHF) 571 N. McLean Blvd (67203) 2999 N. Greenwich (67226) Registration: April 10 – May 19 Orchard Park Miracle Field West Douglas Park Fee: $200 per team or $22 per individual 4808 W. 9th (67212) 3201 W. Douglas (67213) Practice Starts: Week of May 22 South Lakes Sports Complex Season Starts: Week of June 5 2211 W. 47th St. South (67217) Location: Lynette Woodard Recreation Center 40 Creating community through people, parks, and programs Register at wichita.gov/ParkandRec • Office (316) 268.4361 • Email [email protected] 41 Ralph Wulz RIVERSIDE TENNIS CENTER RiversideTennisCenter.com 551 Nims • 337.9257

JUNIOR GROUP DAYTIME LESSONS ADULT GROUP LESSONS LEAGUES All participants are grouped by ability and must register by session. HOURS OF OPERATION Sessions are held weekly, however you may register for two, three Beginner Drill Coed Drop-in Doubles Outdoor League or four days per week. Fee for two days is $20, three days is $27 and Players of all abilities can either call or arrive around 6:00pm to put Monday – Thursday 8:30am – 9:00pm This drill is for new players with little or no experience. The four days is $32. Weekly sessions run from May 22-August 10 emphasis is on stroke production and includes some point play. their name on the play list. Staff will match players for a night of Friday 8:30am – 8:00pm round robin doubles play. Saturday 8:00am – 3:30pm Level Day Time Ages Dates Day Time Daily Fee 6/3–9/23 Sa 12:00a–1:30p $15 Dates Day Time Daily Fee Sunday 10:00am – 7:00pm Beginner M-Th 10:30a–11:30a 8-16 6/5–9/25 M 6:30p–8:30p $4 Intermediate M-Th 9:30a–10:30a 8-16 Advanced M-Th 8:30a–9:30a 12-18 Intermediate Drill Men’s and Women’s Outdoor Leagues Perfect for players with some experience who want to gain Run as a flight league where you advance based on your win-loss JUNIOR GROUP EVENING LESSONS strategy guidance. The first half of each session is spent refining record from the previous week. COURT RATES technique while the second half is spent introducing doubles Level Dates Day Time Fee Indoor courts may be reserved up to three days in All participants are grouped by ability and must register by session. strategy. Some ability to rally is required to participate. Women’s Doubles 3.0 6/8–7/6 Th 6:30p–8:30p $20 advance in person or by phone by calling RWRTC after Director approval is required to move into the next level. Dates Day Time Daily Fee Women’s Doubles 3.0 7/13–8/10 Th 6:30p–8:30p $20 10:00am. Payment for phone reservations require a 6/7–9/27 W 10:00a–11:30a $15 Women’s Doubles 3.0 8/17–9/14 Th 6:30p–8:30p $20 Tots: This class helps to develop motor skills and eye-hand Visa or MasterCard debit/credit card. Cancellations 6/3–9/23 Sa 10:30a–12:00p $15 Women’s Doubles 3.0 9/21–10/19 Th 6:30p–8:30p $20 coordination while learning the basics of tennis. Ages 4–7. must be made 24 hours in advance. Men’s Singles 3.0+ 6/6–7/4 Tu 6:30p–8:30p $25 Dates Day Time Fee Advanced Drill 5/29–6/26 M 5:30p–6:30p $45 Men’s Singles 3.0+ 7/11–8/11 Tu 6:30p–8:30p $25 Indoor $18 / hour Outdoor $4 / hour Designed for players with experience, this drill spends the Men’s Singles 3.0+ 8/15–9/12 Tu 6:30p–8:30p $25 7/3–7/31 M 5:30p–6:30p $45 first half of each session on stroke production and the second 8/7–8/28 M 5:30p–6:30p $36 Men’s Singles 3.0+ 9/19–10/17 Tu 6:30p–8:30p $25 Ball Machine Rental $5 / hour and $7 / 1½ hours half on doubles strategy and patterns of play. Ability to rally Men’s Doubles 3.0+ 6/8–7/6 Th 6:30p–8:30p $20 9/4–9/25 M 5:30p–6:30p $36 consistently is required. Men’s Doubles 3.0+ 7/13–8/10 Th 6:30p–8:30p $20 Dates Day Time Daily Fee Beginner: Players are grouped by ability to learn tennis strokes and Men’s Doubles 3.0+ 8/17–9/14 Th 6:30p–8:30p $20 6/7–9/27 W 6:30p–8:00p $15 rules of the game. Ages 8–16. Men’s Doubles 3.0+ 9/21–10/19 Th 6:30p–8:30p $20 Dates Day Time Fee 6/3–9/30 Sa 9:00a–10:30a $15 PRIVATE INSTRUCTION 5/29–6/26 M 6:30p–7:30p $45 Contact RWRTC to schedule private instruction. 7/3–7/31 M 6:30p–7:30p $45 TOURNAMENTS Instruction Director of Tennis Certified Staff Pro 8/7–9/1 M/F 6:30p–7:30p $72 Visit tennislink.usta.com/tournaments for details Private $48/hour $40/hour 9/4–9/29 M/F 6:30p–7:30p $72 Tournament Ages Dates (1 – 2 people) Call 337.9257 to book court times Wichita Open 10+ June 9-11 Intermediate: Strategy and stroke production are emphasized in Riverside Net I 7–18 June 16–18 this class. Students are grouped by ability. Ages 10–18. or register for classes, lessons Semi-Private $60/hour $54/hour Riverside Net II 7-18 June 30– July 2 Dates Day Time Fee (3–4 people) Steve Brodie Mid-Continent Open 10+ July 7-9 5/31-6/28 W 5:30p–6:30p $45 and leagues. Riverside Net III 7-18 July 21-23 7/5-8/2 W 5:30p–6:30p $45 Ralph Wulz Open 10+ July 28-30 8/9-9/1 W/F 5:30p–6:30p $72 9/6-9/29 W/F 5:30p–6:30p $72 Advanced: This class focuses strictly on rallying with an emphasis on proper techniques. Ages 12–18. Dates Day Time Fee 5/30–6/27 Tu 5:30p–6:30p $45 7/4–8/1 Tu 5:30p–6:30p $45 Like us on 8/8–8/31 Tu/Th 5:30p–6:30p $72 facebook.com/rwrtc 9/5–9/28 Tu/Th 5:30p–6:30p $72 NEW TO RIVERSIDE TENNIS CENTER Rent the ball machine to perfect your swing! 42 Creating community through people, parks, and programs Register at wichita.gov/ParkandRec • Office (316) 268.4361 • Email [email protected] 43 WICHITA CITY COUNCIL

Sign-up for the e-newsletter Janet Miller Pete Meitzner James Clendenin Mayor Lavonta Williams Bryan Frye Jeff Blubaugh and stay up-to-date with District VI District II District III Jeff Longwell District I District V District IV Wichita Park & Recreation. Visit wichita.gov/parkandrec BOARD OF PARK COMMISSIONERS

This seven person advisory board consists of one member from each Wichita City Council district and one at-large member. The board makes recommendations to the Wichita City Council on issues related to:

• Parks, land acquisition and disposition of existing park properties and facilities • Recreation programming and fees 4 EASY WAYS • Department and Capital Improvement Program Budgets A Special Thanks to our TO REGISTER • Future park development Community Partners! • Other issues related to Wichita Park & Recreation

Wichita Park & Recreation would like to acknowledge Online the following community partners for sharing their Visit wichita.gov and click on Park & Recreation knowledge and expertise with our participants. OUR MISSION AND VISION 2017 SUMMER COMMUNITY PARTNERS Mail-In your registration form along Mission: Wichita Park & Recreation with check to 455 N Main St, 11th Floor, 67202 • American Bee Removal provides high-quality life experiences to the Wichita Community through the • Kansas Canoe & Kayak Club enhancement of world-class amenities Call 316.268.4361 and register by phone and activities. • The Home Depot utilizing a Visa or MasterCard credit/debit card Vision: To excel at what we do for the • Wichita Shooting Stars benefit of our community and generations to come. Registration for these partner classes is done Walk-In and register in person at any exclusively through Wichita Park & Recreation. recreation center Monday through Friday. Hours Direct all inquiries to 316.268.4361 vary by location.

44 Creating community through people, parks, and programs Register at wichita.gov/ParkandRec • Office (316) 268.4361 • Email [email protected] 45 POLICIES REGISTRATION

REGISTER EARLY! POLICIES 4 WAYS TO REGISTER: Reserve your spot by registering at least three days prior to the REFUND POLICIES class start date. Payment is due when registering. Decisions Once a written withdrawal request is received, the refund/ ONLINE: Visit wichita.gov/parkandrec and then click on the “Registration” tab. affecting classes are made in advance, so register early to credit amount is determined based on the request date. BY PHONE: Call the Recreation Center of your choice or 268.4361. prevent an unnecessary class cancellation! Late registrations Refunds may take up to three weeks to process. The $1 online IN PERSON: Bring this completed form into any Recreation Center Monday through Friday (hours vary by location). will be accepted if space and materials are available. registration convenience fee is non-refundable. BY MAIL: Mail this completed form along with your check to 455 N. Main Street, 11th Floor, Wichita, KS 67202. REGISTRATION REMINDERS Requests received: Keep a record of the dates and times of your registered classes, Please check here if your address has changed in the last 12 months. • Three or more business days prior the start of class as registration reminders are not sent. receive a full refund/credit. Parent/Guardian Name (if enrolling a child) Adult Birth Date POLICIES • One to two business days prior the start of class incur a $5 administrative fee. Refunds/credits are not available for Street City Zip CLASSROOM POLICY one-day workshops or one-day camps. For safety reasons, children are not allowed in adult classes. • After the first class and before the second class incur a Home Phone Cell Work CLASS CANCELLATIONS $5 administrative fee and are reviewed on a case-by-case Classes cancelled by Wichita Park & Recreation due to low basis. You may receive no refund/credit or a partial refund/ Email Address enrollment or unexpected circumstances are entitled to a full credit if the enrollment falls below the minimum number of refund/credit. If your course is cancelled, we will attempt to participants needed to hold a class or if supply costs are notify you by phone or email prior to the first class. You may also incurred on your behalf. apply the class fee to another course. CODE LOCATION CLASS NAME DAY TIME PARTICIPANT NAME GENDER BIRTH DATE FEE • After the third class will not be issued a refund/credit. M F WITHDRAWAL REQUESTS To withdraw from a class, submit a written request to ACCOUNT CREDITS M F [email protected], fax to 316-858-7611 or drop off at Credits placed on your recreation account are available until any recreation center. Include the student’s name, contact the end of each calendar year, at which time a refund will be M F information, class information and tell us the reason for the issued, less a $5 administrative fee. request. Withdrawal forms are also available at M F wichita.gov/ParkandRec. SATISFACTION GUARANTEE Wichita Park & Recreation is committed to excellence and M F INCLEMENT WEATHER strives to provide the highest quality classes. If you are not Every effort is made to maintain standard operations during completely satisfied with a class or program, submit your M F inclement weather. However, if a class cancellation is concerns in writing and a member of our administrative staff necessary, we will attempt to notify you by phone or email. All will contact you. efforts are made to reschedule cancelled classes. I agree to release, indemnify, and hold the City of Wichita, its agents, officers and employees (City) harmless from any and all liability claims, actions, judgments, damages or injuries of every kind and nature whatsoever to myself, the participant(s) I am authorizing, and/or his or her property, when that damage or injury arises from participation in activities for which the participant is registered. I further acknowledge that I have familiarized myself WICHITA PARK & RECREATION EMBRACES THESE CORE VALUES: with the description of the activities, understand the hazards and the participant’s personal limitations and knowingly assume all risks. I acknowledge I have read and understand this Liability Waiver, Release and Indemnity Agreement, and understand that I am waiving any claim that may arise against 1. Integrity: Park & Recreation inspires respect, trust, honesty and accountability through our actions. the City for any harm sustained as a result of any activity for which I am registering or for which I am registering a minor child. 2. Wellness: Park & Recreation recognizes the importance of enhancing the physical, emotional and cognitive health and development of all residents. 3. Diversity: Park & Recreation celebrates community diversity and strives to provide facilities and services that embrace the Signature of Participant Date Signature of Responsible Adult Date needs of residents of diverse cultures, ages and income levels. 4. Stewardship: Park & Recreation values ethical and responsible stewardship of the City’s financial, physical, natural, By registering for this class, activity or event, I grant permission to the City of Wichita, its agents and employees, to take photographs, video, or other environmental, historical and cultural resources. images of me and/or the persons I am registering during such class, activity or event and to use the images in any media at any time and for any 5. Connectivity: Park & Recreation recognizes the importance of connections between public open spaces and other community public purpose as reasonably determined by the City of Wichita. I hereby waive any right to inspect or approve the finished photographs, video, or facilities, such as schools, commercial areas and other destinations. other images. I further waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising from or relating to the use of the images. This permission shall be effective until withdrawn by me in writing. 6. Economic Driver: Park & Recreation is an economic driver in the Wichita region and has a major impact on the community’s quality of life. The City of Wichita prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation, or disability in its 7. Create Fun: Park & Recreation adds excitement and enjoyment to our community through recreational programs, special services, programs, and activities. Anyone who believes he or she has been discriminated against may file a complaint with the City of Wichita Equal events and park amenities that will enhance quality of life for all. Affirmative Action Administrator in the Personnel Division at 268.4351. The City of Wichita does not carry accident insurance to cover participants. Involvement in any activity is done at the participant’s own risk.

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Tuesday, July 4, 2017 Downtown Wichita 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Get your spot on the Hyatt Lawn at 6:00 p.m. Grab a bite from one of Wichita’s fabulous FOOD TRUCKS throughout the evening Listen to LIVE MUSIC by the Astronauts starting at 7:30 p.m. FIREWORKS begin at 9:45 p.m.

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