Summer Camps Jr. Lifeguards Little Guards & More!

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Table of Contents & Policies

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Use this form to register by mail or fax: Mail to: REGISTRATION, 323 CHURCH STREET, SANTA CRUZ, CA 95060 Fax to: 831-420-5271 (VISA or MasterCard only) I Phone: 831-420-5270 PLEASE PRINT OR TYPE CLEARLY.

ACCOUNT INFORMATION I Main Contact CARDHOLDER INFORMATION

FIRST NAME______NAME ______

CIRCLE ONE: CHECK LAST NAME______Please make checks payable to City of Santa Cruz ADDRESS______CARD NUMBER ______

CITY______STATE______ZIP______EXP. DATE ______

PHONE (Home)______(Work)______PRINT NAME ______(as it appears on credit card) SIGNATURE ______EMAIL______(for credit card use only)

EMERGENCY CONTACT______

CLASS REGISTRATION First time registrants I Remember to include proof of City residency to receive reduced rates for classes and activities. 1st 2nd Choice Choice Participant’s Name Birth M/F Activity Title Fee Course Course Date (gender) # #

Permission to participate in the above program(s) sponsored by the Santa Cruz Parks and Recreation Department is given for myself and/or my child(ren). In consideration of participation in such program(s), I on behalf of myself and/or my child(ren), hereby agree to release, hold harmless, indemnify and defend the City of Santa Cruz, its agents, employees, and volunteers from any and all claims or liability (including attorneys’ fees and defense costs) for bodily injury or property damage arising from my or my child(ren)’s negligence or willful misconduct relating to my or my child(ren)’s participation in the above program(s). I, on behalf of myself and/or my child(ren) assume all risk for any injuries relating to participating in the above program(s). My duty to release, hold harmless, indemnify and defend the City of Santa Cruz shall not apply only when (1) the injury to person or property arises wholly from the negligence or willful misconduct of the City or its agents or employees or volunteers and (2) I nor my child(ren) have contributed in no part to the bodily injury or property damage. I hereby give the City of Santa Cruz Parks and Recreation Department the right to use photographs taken of me and/or my child while participating in the above activity(s) for reproduction in any medium for purposes of advertising, trade, display, exhibition, or editorial use.

SIGNED______DATE______Circle one: Participant (18 & over) Parent Guardian Senior (60+)

I prefer NOT to receive quarterly emails from Parks and Recreation notifying me of registration deadlines and special events or programs.

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GIVE YOUR CHILD THE BEST SUMMER EVER! ATTENTION NEW PARTICIPANTS: A copy of your child’s Keep your child’s body and mind active and engaged this birth certificate must be received in the Parks and Recreation summer. Our summer day camps offer a wide range of ac- Office, 323 Church Street, prior to the start of the camp. tivities from field trips and games to arts and crafts and carnivals! These day camps offer a special place for new 6 - 12 yrs 10 days friendships and adventures during those long summer months CAMP CRUZ AT HARVEY WEST PARK Camp Cruz is a perfect fit for any child. All day, every day, Camp and our range of programs promises a good camp fit for Cruz offers the fun and close-knit feel of a sleep-away camp, with everyone. See individual camp descriptions for specifics the luxury of sleeping in your own bed! Our days at Cruz are filled about each program. Please make sure your camper is well- with out-of-county field trips, beach adventures, specialized club equipped for fun with closed-toed shoes, sunscreen and a times (with options ranging from Cooking Club, to Writing and lunch everyday. A cash material fee is due to the site super- Drawing Club), as well as traditional camp activities like dodgeball visor the first day of camp. Camp sessions fill quickly. No and friendship bracelets! Your child is sure to find him/herself sur- camps 7/4. Efforts are underway to open the large pool rounded by friends. A cash material fee of $5.00 is due to the site at Harvey West Pool. Please check our website at supervisor the first day of camp. No camp 7/4. www.santacruzparksandrec.com to see if free swim will

be included as part of this summer’s camp experience. Harvey West Park Clubhouse/Scouthouse Staff 300-326 Evergreen St *$208.00(R)/$270.00(N) $231.00(R)/$300.00(N)

#15719 M - F 7:30 am - 5:30 pm *06/25 - 07/06 #15720 M - F 7:30 am - 5:30 pm 07/09 - 07/20 #15721 M - F 7:30 am - 5:30 pm 07/23 - 08/03 #15722 M - F 7:30 am - 5:30 pm 08/06 - 08/17

BEACH CRUZERS 6 - 12 yrs 20 days Formerly Beach Camp – Beach Cruzers is the place to be for that kid you just can’t drag away from the sand! Your Cruzer will build, Friends of Parks & Recreation dig and play in the sand to their heart’s content, as well as enjoy beach games and gain a respect for our spectacular marine envi- Summer Program Scholarships ronment. Cruzers will be walked to and from the Junior Guard program if they are registered. Please inform Beach Cruzer staff. Friends of Parks and Recreation (FOPAR) has allocated funds 10% discount if you register for both morning and afternoon hours for partial scholarships for limited-income families residing in the same session. A cash material fee of $10.00 is due to the within the City of Santa Cruz. Interested Santa Cruz City site supervisor the first day of camp. No camp 7/4. residents may pick up scholarship request forms at the Parks

and Recreation Office, 323 Church Street or obtain them at Main Beach at Westbrook Staff www.santacruzparksandrec.com. Deadline for requests is Beach St *$242.00(R)/$315.00(N) Monday, April 2 at 5:00 pm. $255.00(R)/$332.00(N)

If your child receives a scholarship, a credit will be applied to #15727 M - F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm *06/25 - 07/20 your Parks and Recreation account for the amount awarded. #15728 M - F 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm *06/25 - 07/20 You will be responsible for registering your child in the #15729 M - F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm 07/23 - 08/17 program(s) online or by mail beginning Saturday, April 14, #15730 M - F 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm 07/23 - 08/17 in person beginning Monday, April 16 or by phone starting Wednesday, April 18.

Enrollment in programs is first-come, first-served. Please note: If you choose to register online with instaReg, you will need to set up your account. Go to instaReg, click on “Sign In” to see if you have an account. Call 831-420-5270.

Scholarship credit must be used by August 3, 2012. Special thanks to Omega Nu, the Jay Moriarity Scholarship Fund, and the J.R. Scott Memorial Fund for making these scholarships possible.

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Summer Camps

THE SPOT 8 - 10 yrs 10 days – Wagner Cottage is The Spot to be this CAMP BEYOND 5 - 10 yrs 10 days Formerly Camp Spot summer for your active 8-10-year-old! Your child will enjoy the Prerequisite: Must be registered in Super Camp, Junior awesomeness of nature in Harvey West Park and keep occupied Explorers, Adventure Santa Cruz or The Spot. Go above and beyond your regular summer camp experience! If your with camp games like Capture the Flag, creative projects like tie- child needs supervision before and after Harvey West Park dye T-shirts and local field trips like beach days! See Camp Beyond summer camps sign up for Camp Beyond. Children may ar- if you require supervision before and after camp. A cash material rive as early as 7:30 am and leave as late as 5:30 pm. More fee of $5.00 is due to the site supervisor the first day of camp. No of the same fun and games that you've come to expect from camp 7/4. the great Harvey West park summer camps staff. Participants will be escorted to and from day camp by camp leaders. A Harvey West Park Wagner Cottage Staff cash material fee of $5.00 is due to the site supervisor the 300-326 Evergreen St *$151.00(R)/$196.00(N) first day of camp. No camp 7/4. $168.00(R)/$218.00(N)

Harvey West Park Wagner Cottage Staff #15715 M - F 10:00 am - 3:00 pm *06/25 - 07/06 300-326 Evergreen St *$107.00(R)/$139.00(N) #15716 M - F 10:00 am - 3:00 pm 07/09 - 07/20 $119.00(R)/$155.00(N) #15717 M - F 10:00 am - 3:00 pm 07/23 - 08/03 #15718 M - F 10:00 am - 3:00 pm 08/06 - 08/17 #15736 M - F 7:30-10 am + 3-5:30 pm *06/25 - 07/06 #15737 M - F 7:30-10 am + 3-5:30 pm 07/09 - 07/20 ADVENTURE SANTA CRUZ 11 - 13 yrs 10 days #15738 M - F 7:30-10 am + 3-5:30 pm 07/23 - 08/03 Formerly Adventure Camp – This is the place for your adventur- #15739 M - F 7:30-10 am + 3-5:30 pm 08/06 - 08/17 ous, independent 11-13-year-old. For that pre/teen wanting to explore and contribute to the community, we will be venturing out and discovering our nearby city, county and state parks. One day per session we will take an all day, out-of-county field trip. One day SUPER CAMP 5 - 6 yrs 10 days This is a super way to invite your youngster into the exciting world each session will be dedicated to taking on a community service of Summer Day Camps. Your little guy or gal will be introduced to project that will earn each participant a certificate highlighting the the natural wonders that Harvey West Park and our local community projects and number of hours they volunteered. All this and the have to offer in an environment created just for 5-and-6-year-olds. best aspects of our other summer day camps like active games See Camp Beyond if you require supervision before and after camp. and fun art activities ensure your maturing child will stay entertained A cash material fee of $5.00 is due to the site supervisor the first this summer! See Camp Beyond if you require supervision before day of camp. No camp 7/4. and after camp. A cash material fee of $5.00 is due to the site supervisor the first day of camp. No camp 7/4. Harvey West Park Kids Cottage Staff 300-326 Evergreen St *$151.00(R)/$196.00(N) Harvey West Park Scouthouse Staff $168.00(R)/$218.00(N) 300-326 Evergreen St *$180.00(R)/$234.00(N) $200.00(R)/$260.00(N) #15723 M - F 10:00 am - 3:00 pm *06/25 - 07/06 #15724 M - F 10:00 am - 3:00 pm 07/09 - 07/20 #15773 M - F 10:00 am - 3:00 pm *06/25 - 07/06 #15725 M - F 10:00 am - 3:00 pm 07/23 - 08/03 #15774 M - F 10:00 am - 3:00 pm 07/09 - 07/20 #15726 M - F 10:00 am - 3:00 pm 08/06 - 08/17 #15775 M - F 10:00 am - 3:00 pm 07/23 - 08/03 #15776 M - F 10:00 am - 3:00 pm 08/06 - 08/17 JUNIOR EXPLORERS 6 - 7 yrs 10 days For the young explorer in your family – join us in discovering the SUMMER CAMP AROUND THE WORLD 6 - 12 yrs 5 days woodlands, beaches and all of the other wondrous nature our area Ready to extend your summer camp experience? Travel around has to offer. Weekly field trips and explorative activities will enhance the world with your Harvey West Park Summer Camp Staff. Each the experience and imagination of your little adventurer! See Camp day your camper will “visit” a different continent (or two) and they Beyond if you require supervision before and after camp. A cash will enjoy songs, arts and crafts, activities and other fun times based material fee of $5.00 is due to the site supervisor the first day of on the daily world theme. Please provide camper with a lunch camp. No camp 7/4. every day except for the last when we have our end of summer

Harvey West Park Buckeye Picnic Staff BBQ. Also make sure that your child has sunscreen and closed 300-326 Evergreen St *$167.00(R)/$217.00(N) toed shoes. A cash material fee of $5.00 is due to the site supervi- $185.00(R)/$241.00(N) sor the first day of camp.

#15731 M - F 10:00 am - 3:00 pm *06/25 - 07/06 Harvey West Park Clubhouse/Scouthouse Staff #15732 M - F 10:00 am - 3:00 pm 07/09 - 07/20 300-326 Evergreen St $160.00(R)/$208.00(N) #15733 M - F 10:00 am - 3:00 pm 07/23 - 08/03 #15734 M - F 10:00 am - 3:00 pm 08/06 - 08/17 #15740 M - F 7:30 am - 5:30 pm 08/20 - 08/24

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BASEBALL “ALL STAR” CAMP 7 - 14 yrs 5 days BASEBALL PITCHING Are you an All Star or hope to be one? This camp, which runs INSTRUCTION CAMP 8 - 14 yrs 5 days during All Stars, is designed with the All Star player in mind. It is Are you ready to become the best pitcher you can be? This camp specifically designed to sharpen the skills of the all star player be- will focus on essential pitching mechanics and techniques. Santa fore their games during this week. Drills and skills will be tailored Cruz Baseball School has taught numerous college and pro pitch- to enhance the performance of all the All Star participants. ers the same skills and drills we will teach in this camp. Just beginning? Don't worry, we will provide you with the tools for successful Santa Cruz High Baseball Fields SC Baseball School Staff and safe pitching. 415 Walnut Ave $153.00(R)/$198.00(N) Santa Cruz High Baseball Fields SC Baseball School Staff #15670 M - F 10:00 am - 1:00 pm 06/25 - 06/29 415 Walnut Ave $163.00(R)/$211.00(N)

BASEBALL BEACH CAMP 7 - 14 yrs 5 days #15681 M - F 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm 07/23 - 07/27 It's baseball and the beach. Baseball camp and beach play is the hit of the summer, so bring your swim wear and get ready to have BASEBALL SUMMER CAMP 7 - 12 yrs 5 days fun. Campers will practice throwing, hitting, running and game The summer is made for kids and camp, and this camp is for you. play (wiffle ball and Over the Line). Get ready for the most popular Summer baseball camp is a fully-inclusive camp. In the camp there summer camp of them all. will be instruction on: basic skills, catching, throwing, hitting, running, and baseball appreciation. Throughout this session, a variety Main Beach at Coconut Grove SC Baseball School Staff of skills, drills and fun will be offered. The camp is designed for all Beach St $103.00(R)/$133.00(N) skill levels.

#15671 M - F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm 06/18 - 06/22 Santa Cruz High Baseball Fields SC Baseball School Staff #15672 M - F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm 06/25 - 06/29 415 Walnut Ave $153.00(R)/$198.00(N) #15673 M - F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm 07/09 - 07/13 #15674 M - F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm 07/16 - 07/20 #15682 M - F 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm 06/18 - 06/22 #15675 M - F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm 07/23 - 07/27 #15676 M - F 9:00 am - 1:00 pm 07/30 - 08/03 BASKETBALL SUMMER CAMP 8 - 15 yrs 4 days Daily instruction, demonstrations and drills on basic basketball fun- BASEBALL FIELDING CAMP 7 - 14 yrs 5 days damentals for individual skill development and team play. Cabrillo Shortstop, catcher or outfield, you pick the spot. This camp will College head men’s basketball coach, Tony Marcopulos and his introduce and expand fielding skills of all the defensive positions. staff of past and present Cabrillo College players will be coaching Become a great fielder and a complete player during this week. the camp sessions.Coaches and players will be ready, willing and Learn how to turn the double play, throw out base stealers and enthusiastic about teaching and having each individual improve make the running catch in the outfield. their skills.

Santa Cruz High Baseball Fields SC Baseball School Staff Santa Cruz High School Gym Tony Marcopulos 415 Walnut Ave $153.00(R)/$198.00(N) 415 Walnut Ave $180.00(R)/$227.00(N)

#15677 M - F 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm 07/09 - 07/13 #15666 M - Th 9:00 am - 1:00 pm 07/09 - 07/12

BASEBALL HITTING INSTRUCTION CAMP 8 - 14 yrs 5 days GIRLS LACROSSE CAMP 9 - 18 yrs 4 days Let er' rip! These sessions will focus on individualized hitting plans, Learn the fastest sport on two feet! This 4-day camp combines fundamentals and technique. The camp will be entirely focused on drills and fun games to teach lacrosse skills. At the end of the week, improving hitting ability and will use video as well. All campers will we will break into groups for game play fun! Sticks and goggles receive individualized instruction daily. are provided. Participants must come with a mouth guard, water bottle and wear comfortable clothing. No skill is required. Girls will Santa Cruz High Baseball Fields SC Baseball School Staff be grouped by age and skill level. A material fee of $15.00 is due 415 Walnut Ave $163.00(R)/$211.00(N) to the instructor in the first class.

#15678 M - F 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm 06/25 - 06/29 Harvey West Park Outfield 5 & 6 Staff #15680 M - F 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm 07/16 - 07/20 300 Evergreen St $145.00/$183.00

#15691 M - Th 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 06/18 - 06/21

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Children - Sports Camps & Classes

MOMMY/DADDY & ME SOCCER 2 - 3 yrs 6 days Introduce yourself and your toddler to the “World's Most Popular Game!” As you and your child participate in our fun age appropriate activities, your child will be developing their large motor skills and socialization skills. The fun happens on the field, and parents are part of the action, not watching from the sidelines! All participants receive a jersey. Class status and rainout hotline 1-888-372-5803. No class 7/2.

Depot Park South Field Kidz Love Soccer Staff 119 Center St $90.00(R)/$111.00(N)

#15688 M 9:30 am - 10:00 am 06/18 - 07/30

TOT/PRE SOCCER 3 - 5 yrs 6 days Children learn the basic techniques of the game and build self- esteem through participation and fun soccer activities. Children learn to follow instructions in a nurturing, age-appropriate environment. Shin guards are required after the first class meeting. All Team sports, like soccer, build kids’ confidence. participants receive a Kidz Love Soccer jersey. Class status and rainout hotline 1-888-372-5803. No class 7/2. 5 - 13 yrs 5 days SOCCER – WORLD CUP SOCCER CAMPS More than your typical camp experience, World Cup Soccer Camps Depot Park South Field Kidz Love Soccer Staff is committed to helping children of all ages and abilities reach 119 Center St $90.00(R)/$111.00(N) their greatest potential as people and athletes. With an emphasis on instruction, your child will receive the highest level of attention #15689 3-4 yrs M 10:00 am - 10:30 am 06/18 - 07/30 in a fun and safe environment. With a 10:1 player to coach ratio, #15690 4-5 yrs M 10:30 am - 11:05 am 06/18 - 07/30 our experienced and educated staff is able to evaluate individual players and focus on developing your child's athletic and team SOCCER-MINI SOCCERSAURUS 4 - 6 yrs 5 days building skills, while making sure they have fun! All fees include a This learn-to-play soccer program is a hit among the 4-6- year-olds WCSC soccer ball, T-shirt, player's evaluation and camp mementos. in Santa Cruz! Parent participation is expected and will add to the Goalkeeper camp offered in the morning. Complimentary drop off fun. Soccer balls are provided by Coach Rich Sanders, and op- offered 8:45 am - 9:30 am. tional program-a-saurus shirts can be purchased for $15.00 during the program. Depot Park Full Field World Cup Soccer Camps Staff 119 Center St $161.00(R)/$211.00(N) DeLaveaga Park Field 1 Rich Sanders *$201.00(R)/$256.00(N) 850 Branciforte Dr $58.00(R)/$67.00(N) All camps meet Monday - Friday, 7/23-7/27 #15683 M - F 9:30 am - 11:00 am 08/06 - 08/10 #15404 U6 Fussball 5-6 yrs 9:30 am - 12:30 pm #15405 Classic Skill Camp 7-9 yrs 9:30 am - 12:30 pm #15406 Adv Camp 10-13 yrs *9:30 am - 3:00 pm #15407 Adv Camp 10-13 yrs 9:30 am - 12:30 pm See page 34 for an exciting line-up of beach volleyball camps for kids coached by EVP (Extreme Volleyball Professionals). SOCCER – WORLD CUP SOCCER GOALKEEPER CAMPS 7 - 13 yrs 5 days This camp is specifically designed to work on goalkeeping skills See page 35 for tennis classes and camps for kids led with lots of one-on-one instruction with professional goalkeeping by Cal Honda. coaches. Two camp sessions offered for specific age groups; ages 7 -10 yrs. and 11 - 13 yrs. See page 37 for indoor volleyball taught by Mark Brewer.

Depot Park Full Field World Cup Soccer Camps Staff 119 Center St $87.00(R)/$107.00(N)

#15686 7-10 yrs M - F 8:30 am - 9:30 am 07/23 - 07/27 #15687 11-13 yrs M - F 8:30 am - 9:30 am 07/23 - 07/27

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SPRING PREPARATION Children must know how to swim to participate. The Junior Guard program requires participants to be willing to swim a minimum of 200 to 300 yards in the open ocean, run a minimum of 500 yards and participate in paddling races and other beach competitions daily. The Little Guard program requires daily participation in entering and exiting through ocean waves and conditioning activities including calisthenics, running and beach games. Participants meet all day for competitions at Seacliff Beach on either 6/28 (LG’s) or 6/29 (JG’s) and Capitola Beach on either 7/5 (LG’s) or 7/6 (JG’s). Transportation to competitions is not provided.

RECOMMENDED PREPARATION AND SKILL LEVELS Little Guards: Practice swimming 25 yards continuously and treading water for one minute. Passing Red Cross Swimmer Level 4 and up is strongly encouraged.

Junior Guards: Practice swimming a minimum of 200 yards continuously (8 laps) and treading water for three minutes. Passing Red Cross Swimmer Level 6 and up is strongly recommended.

PROGRAM INFORMATION To obtain all required information on the Junior Lifeguard Program, including the Parent Handbook which answers many common questions, participants and their parents should visit the Junior Guard website: www.santacruzparksandrec.com. See Beaches.

Registration Information and Help 831-420-5270 Jr. Lifeguard Phone (6/20-8/17) 831-420-6248

INSTRUCTION AND SUPERVISION Little Guards and Junior Guards are instructed by qualified ocean lifeguards. All of the instructors have successfully completed an intensive United States Lifesaving Association (USLA) certified Open Water Lifeguarding training course and most have worked in the field as lifeguards for more than one year. Instructors are certified in emergency First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer. Many of the instructors are graduates of the Junior Guards program and have teaching and interpretation experience with children. The program is held on Cowell Beach adjacent to the Municipal Wharf in one of the calmest areas of ocean in Santa Cruz. During the program, Junior Guards are also always under the watchful eye of on-duty beach lifeguards in addition to the supervision provided. by the instructors. Swimming areas are subject to change due to tide, weather and environmental conditions.

JG BOOSTER CLUB volunteers are needed to help with sweatshirt sales, local competitions, the San Diego Re- gional JG competition, snacks, raffle prizes, fund-raising and the JG banquet. The JG Booster Club maintains a mailing list that provides notification of events during the FOPAR LITTLE GUARDS/JR. GUARDS SCHOLARSHIPS season. To subscribe to the list send a blank message to: These scholarships are made possible by the Jay Moriarity [email protected]. You will receive Scholarship Fund and the John R. Scott Memorial Junior an invitation that allows you to sign up for the mailing list Lifeguard Scholarship Fund. Scholarship applicants must by choosing “reply” (option 2). provide proof of residency in the City of Santa Cruz. A brief (50 words or less) essay explaining why you want to be JG BOOSTER CLUB 50% SCHOLARSHIPS are avail- a Little/Junior Guard is required. Download applications at able for non-city Little Guard and Junior Guard applicants. www.santacruzparksandrec.com. Deadline for applications Download applications at www.santacruzparksandrec.com. is Monday, April 2 by 5:00 pm. Deadline is Monday, April 2 by 5:00 pm.

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Little Guards, Junior Guards & Captain Corps

LITTLE GUARDS 6 - 8 yrs 19 days/18 days CAPTAIN CORPS I 15 - 17 yrs 8 wks Little Guards is not a learn-to-swim program. Little Guards will be Captain Corps is a volunteer program for 15-17-year-old boys and introduced to the beach and ocean through beach games, ocean girls who must have a minimum of one season experience as a activities, conditioning work outs and Little Lifeguard competi- participant in the Santa Cruz Junior Lifeguard Program. Captain tions. All participants must be willing to enter the ocean daily and Corps are volunteers who function as role models for the Junior participate in all beach activites. Participants must be 6 years old Guard and Little Guard participants and assist program instructors on or before the first day of the session they will be attending. Red with providing aquatic safety through participation, education and swim suits are required (no bikinis). Rash guards and wetsuits are a positive learning environment. Captain Corps is a Regional Oc- allowed. Please bring sunscreen, water and a snack each day. Ap- cupational Program (ROP) and participants are eligible to receive ply sunscreen prior to attending each day. Label all clothing and up to six high school elective credits. 35 hours = one credit. Each personal belongings. Swimming areas are subject to change due Captain must commit to volunteering a minimum of 20 hours per to tide, weather, and environmental conditions. No program 7/4, week per session (June 20 - July 17 and/or July 23 - August 17). 7/27 and 8/9. Uniform T-shirt provided. Captain Corps members must wear black

Cowell Beach at Hotel Staff trunks or swimsuits. Beach St *$196.00(R)/$255.00(N) $187.00(R)/$243.00(N) CAPTAIN CORPS I TRYOUTS: Saturday, May 5, 9:00 am, Life- guard Headquarters - 500-meter ocean swim in 10 minutes or less. #15386 M - F 9:00 am - 12:00 pm *06/20 - 07/17 Interviews: Candidates who successfully pass tryouts will be asked #15387 M - F 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm *06/20 - 07/17 to schedule an interview that afternoon of the tryouts, between #15388 M - F 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 07/23 - 08/17 11:00 am and 5:00 pm at the Parks and Recreation Office, 323 #15389 M - F 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm 07/23 - 08/17 Church St. on Saturday, May 5. Mandatory Training: FREE CPR PRO class on Saturday, May 19, JUNIOR GUARDS 9 - 17 yrs 19 days/18 days 9:00 am - 2:00 pm and Tuesday, June 19, 8:00 am - 12:00 pm. The Junior Lifeguard program introduces boys and girls ages 9 - 17 Captain Corps I applicants MUST pay and register in their appro- to marine safety, and recreational and competitive ocean oppor- priate age group for Junior Guards (A’s or AA’s) and participate in tunities. The mission of the Santa Cruz Junior Lifeguard program tryouts. Successful candidates will receive a refund if selected as is to provide quality ocean safety education. Junior Lifeguards is a Captain Corps I. designed to improve young people’s physical conditioning, their All Captain Corps candidates must submit all of the following understanding and respect for the environment and themselves. materials at the time of tryouts: Junior Lifeguard instructors are certified United States Lifesaving 1. At least one letter of recommendation from a non-family Association (USLA) lifeguards. All participants must be willing and member who has knowledge of their capabilities and character. able to enter the ocean readily and participate daily in all activities 2. CityServe Jr. Volunteer Application and CityServe Release of for example: 200-300 yards minimum of open water swimming, Liability forms. 500+ yard beach runs, paddle boarding, beach games and beach 3. Swim test waiver signed by a parent or guardian. competitions. All participants must know how to swim. Red swim 4. Copy of valid state ID or DL card. Materials are available at: suits are required (no bikinis). Rash guards and wetsuits are al- www.santacruzparksandrec.com (see beaches) or at Parks lowed. Apply sunscreen prior to attending each day. Bring water and Recreation, 323 Church Street. and a snack daily. Label all personal belongings. Swimming areas are subject to change due to tide, weather, and environmental conditions. No program 7/4, 7/27 and 8/8.

Cowell Beach at Hotel Staff Beach St *$196.00(R)/$255.00(N) $187.00(R)/$243.00(N)

#15390 C’s 9-11yrs M - F 9:00 am - 12:00 pm *06/20 - 07/17 #15391 B’s 12-13 yrs M - F 9:00 am - 12:00 pm *06/20 - 07/17 #15392 A’s 14-15 yrs M - F 9:00 am - 12:00 pm *06/20 - 07/17 #15393 AA’s 16-17 yrs M - F 9:00 am - 12:00 pm *06/20 - 07/17 #15394 C’s 9-11 yrs M - F 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm *06/20 - 07/17 #15395 B’s 12-13 yrs M - F 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm *06/20 - 07/17 #15396 A’s 14-15 yrs M - F 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm *06/20 - 07/17 #15397 C’s 9-11 yrs M - F 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 07/23 - 08/17 #15398 B’s 12-13 yrs M - F 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 07/23 - 08/17 #15402 A’s 14-15 yrs M - F 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 07/23 - 08/17 #15399 AA’s 16-17 yrs M - F 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 07/23 - 08/17 #15400 C’s 9-11yrs M - F 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm 07/23 - 08/17 #15401 B’s 12-13 yrs M - F 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm 07/23 - 08/17 The popular beach programs always fill up quickly, so register early. #15403 A’s 14-15 yrs M - F 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm 07/23 - 08/17

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OUTRIGGER CANOE CAMP 8 - 14 yrs 5 days OCEAN AWARENESS FOR KIDS 6 - 13 yrs 2 days Discover a new and exciting way to enjoy the ocean this summer! The objective of this course is to provide your child with the skills to This week-long summer camp is taught by staff from Outrigger explore the special wonders of the Monterey Bay. We will focus on Santa Cruz. Participants will learn about the ancient Polynesian the topics of ocean safety, kelp, skin diving, and ocean dynamics. sport of outrigger canoeing. Kids' will explore paddling technique, The class will encompass two Sundays. The first Sunday will be in water safety, ocean conservation and Polynesian history, all while the Adventure Sports Unlimited pool. We will learn strengthening making friends and enjoying the wonders that the Monterey Bay has strokes and skin diving skills. On the second Sunday we'll explore to offer.The camp includes skill-building activities, team-building, a calm kelp forest in the Monterey Bay. Adults are free to assist the paddling six-person outrigger canoes, and fun and exciting scrim- class plus the whole family is invited to join in for a potluck beach mage races. This is sure to be an experience your child will not party for the last outing. Prerequisite: Must be able to swim the soon forget. Registration fee includes light snacks each day of crawl the length of a 10-meter pool. A $25.00 material fee is due camp and a camp shirt. Please wear a bathing suit, board shorts, to the instructor in the first class. rash guard and sunscreen. Adventure Sports Swimming Pool Judson & Staff Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor Outrigger Santa Cruz 303 Potrero St 15 $45.00(R)/$55.00(N) Dock N $170.00(R)/$215.00(N) #15645 Su 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 06/24 - 07/01 #15449 8-10 yrs M - F 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 08/13 - 08/17 #15450 11-14 yrs M - F 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 08/20 - 08/24 BOOGIE BOARD BASH 6 - 12 yrs 1 day Send the kids to the beach for an awesome day of fun, friends, games and a whole lot of boogie boarding! A quick orientation will be followed by a lesson in ocean safety and surf etiquette, then it’s time to grab a boogie board and hit the waves! The class will meet at Kayak Connection and walk over to the beach. A material fee of $15.00 is due to the instructor in the first class.

Kayak Connection Kayak Connection Staff 413 Lake Ave $25.00(R)/$35.00(N)

#15508 Tu 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm 06/19 #15509 Su 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm 06/24 #15510 Tu 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm 07/10 #15511 Th 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm 07/12 #15512 F 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm 07/20 #15513 Tu 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm 08/07 #15514 Th 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm 08/09 #15515 F 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm 08/17

Learning to love the water at an early age is a great way for kids to STAND-UP PADDLING FOR KIDS 8 - 12 yrs 2 days appreciate the ocean. Your child will have a blast this summer learning the fun sport of stand-up paddling. Students will learn paddling techniques, balance and how to read the ocean. This sport is a great way for kids to build their confidence about being on the ocean and their own Interested in Teaching a Class? athletic abilities. A material fee of $30.00 is due to the instructor in the first class. Do you have a special skill you would like to share? Enjoy teaching? Parks and Recreation is now accepting class Kayak Connection Kayak Connection Staff proposals for our fall session. Classes for children, teens 413 Lake Ave $60.00(R)/$86.00(N) and adults are welcome. Subject areas include art, dance, music, fitness, special interest, beach and outdoors. We are #15518 Tu, Th 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 07/10 - 07/12 particularly interested in instructors who teach foreign lan- #15519 Tu, Th 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 08/07 - 08/09 guages, art and children’s after-school enrichment programs. #15520 Tu, Th 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 08/21 - 08/23

Proposal forms and applications are available online at www. santacruzparksandrec.com or at our office at 323 Church St. The deadline for fall proposals is Thursday, April 26. Call 831-420-5277.

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JUNIOR ROCK STARS 6 - 7 yrs 5 days This class is a six-week introduction to indoor climbing especially designed for the youngest climbers ages six and seven. Students will learn about equipment, knots, and establish safe climbing habits. Small classes, with a maximum of three children per instructor, allow for individual instruction. This class is often repeated with new challenges and activities each time. Shoes and harness included with class. Instructor approval required to skip Level 1.

Pacific Edge Indoor Climbing Gym Pacific Edge Staff 104 Bronson St #12 $132.00(R)/$166.00(N)

#15465 LEVEL 1 M - F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 06/18 - 06/22 #15467 LEVEL 1 M - F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 06/25 - 06/29 #15466 LEVEL 2 M - F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 07/09 - 07/13 #15468 LEVEL 1 M - F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 07/16 - 07/20 #15469 LEVEL 1 M - F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 07/23 - 07/27 #15470 LEVEL 1 M - F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 07/30 - 08/03 #15471 LEVEL 1 M - F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 08/06 - 08/10 #15472 LEVEL 2 M - F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 08/13 - 08/17 Experience the thrill and challenge of rock climbing outdoors on a nature trip. ROCK STARS CLIMBING CAMPS 8 - 10 yrs 5 days 3-DAY KIDS CLIMBING CAMP 7 - 15 yrs 3 days This class is an introduction to indoor climbing especially designed We start the day at Castle Rock State Park with a nature walk. for the younger climbers. Each day will be packed with fun-filled Once the group is warmed up and knows each other we head to climbing games and activities. Small classes, with a maximum of the rock walls. Here kids get a firsthand experience of what it is three children per instructor, allow for close supervision and individual like to scale a real rock wall in the outdoors. The three-day pro- instruction by our attentive staff. Shoes and harness included with gram progressively works with youth on developing skills to rock the class. Students must be 8 years old by the beginning of class. climb, including belaying, climbing skills and controlled rappelling. Intermittent nature walks teach about the local ecosystem and al- Pacific Edge Indoor Climbing Gym Pacific Edge Staff low the kids to relax and unwind from climbing. Our well-trained 104 Bronson St #12 $120.00(R)/$151.00(N) guides ensure a fun and safe environment for students of all ability levels. All safety equipment including personal safety devices, #15457 LEVEL 1 M - F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 06/18 - 06/22 such as climbing helmets, shoes, harnesses and belay devices are #15458 LEVEL 1 M - F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 06/25 - 06/29 provided. Students need to bring a lunch, water, and sunscreen to #15459 LEVEL 2 M - F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 07/09 - 07/13 each class. Visit www.treksandtracks.com. #15460 LEVEL 1 M - F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 07/16 - 07/20 #15461 LEVEL 1 M - F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 07/23 - 07/27 Castle Rock State Park Parking Lot Treks and Tracks Staff 15000 Skyline Blvd $289.00(R)/$371.00(N) #15462 LEVEL 1 M - F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 07/30 - 08/03 #15463 LEVEL 1 M - F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 08/06 - 08/10 #15442 Tu - Th 9:30 am - 3:30 pm 08/07 - 08/09 #15464 LEVEL 2 M - F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 08/13 - 08/17 #15443 Tu - Th 9:30 am - 3:30 pm 08/14 - 08/16 #15444 Tu - Th 9:30 am - 3:30 pm 08/21 - 08/23

ELKHORN SLOUGH OUTDOOR SCHOOL 8 - 13 yrs 1 day The Elkhorn Slough Outdoor School combines the fun and excitement of kayaking in Elkhorn Slough with the intriguing exploration of beach hiking around the Monterey Bay’s coastal dunes. With content modeled around the California Education Standards, our trained naturalist guides show groups of children around this magical place while discussing and viewing marine mammals, birds and plants. Groups will also examine coastal ecology and regional history. The goal is to have fun while students gain a greater understanding of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. A material fee of $15.00 is due to the instructor in class.

Elkhorn Slough Kayak Connection Kayak Connection Staff 2370 Highway 1 $45.00(R)/$56.00(N)

Indoor rock climbing builds strength, confidence and teamwork. #15505 Tu 9:30 am - 4:00 pm 06/26 #15506 Tu 9:30 am - 4:00 pm 07/03 #15507 Tu 9:30 am - 4:00 pm 08/14

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KIDS’ KAYAK CAMP 8 - 12 yrs 3 days If you’re looking for the perfect way to ensure that your child has the summer of a lifetime, this is the ideal choice. Combining education with fun, this three-day camp will teach kids the fundamentals of kayaking, ocean safety, and teamwork. Through a series of educational skill-building games, children will become comfortable out in the water, learn how to gauge factors such as swell, currents, and wind to determine ocean safety. Visit the local kelp beds for a truly memorable swim among the friendly critters of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Please wear a swimsuit and bring a snack and water. A material fee of $55.00 is due to the instructor in the first class.

Kayak Connection Kayak Connection Staff 413 Lake Ave $105.00(R)/$132.00(N)

#15492 M, W, F 9:00 am - 3:00 pm 06/18 - 06/22 #15493 M, W, F 9:00 am - 3:00 pm 06/25 - 06/29 #15494 M, W, F 9:00 am - 3:00 pm 07/09 - 07/13 #15495 M, W, F 9:00 am - 3:00 pm 07/16 - 07/20 Respect, discipline and strength are important parts of all martial arts #15496 M, W, F 9:00 am - 3:00 pm 07/23 - 07/27 training programs. #15497 M, W, F 9:00 am - 3:00 pm 08/06 - 08/10 #15498 M, W, F 9:00 am - 3:00 pm 08/13 - 08/17 AIKIDO SUMMER CAMP FOR KIDS 6 - 12 yrs 5 days KIDS’ KAYAK CAMP – ADVANCED 10 - 13 yrs 2 days Join us for an exciting week of training in Aikido. Aikido is an ener- If your child is a graduate of Kids' Kayak Camp and is looking getic, non-competitive Japanese martial art. The guiding principle for more fun and increased kayaking skills then they should give is creating harmony. Learn non-violent resolutions to conflict, while KKC–Advanced a try. Our experienced instructors will teach ad- having fun in a safe environment. The week will be filled with learn- vanced paddling techniques while participating in team-building and ing Aikido techniques, rolling, “blending” and centering. Special games. Students will also learn how to navigate a kayak through classes will include a day of outdoor training with the wooden the surf zone during the beach entry and exit portion of the camp. samurai sword, a session of Japanese brush calligraphy and sushi KKC–Advanced is a great way to increase your child's confidence to eat on the last day. Beginners welcome. Aikido of Santa Cruz is in a kayak while enjoying the beautiful Santa Cruz coast from the a non-profit, educational organization serving the community since water. Please wear a swimsuit and bring a lunch and water. A 1982. Visit www.aikidosantacruz.org. A material fee of $10.00 is material fee of $35.00 is due to the instructor in the first class. due to the instructor in the first class.

Kayak Connection Kayak Connection Staff Aikido of Santa Cruz Studio Aikido of Santa Cruz Staff 413 Lake Ave $75.00(R)/$93.00(N) 306 Mission St $75.00(R)/$93.00(N)

#15500 M, W 9:00 am - 3:00 pm 07/30 - 08/01 #15372 M - Th 12:15 pm - 2:15 pm 08/06 - 08/10 #15501 M, W 9:00 am - 3:00 pm 08/20 - 08/22 F 12:15 pm - 3:15 pm

TAE KWON DO 4 - 6 yrs 16 days Children will learn about safety, respect, focus, and self-control, all while having fun in an energetic and disciplined atmosphere. Children are encouraged to take the focus and concentration skills taught in this class and apply them at school and also take the patience and respect skills and apply them at home. A $10.00 material fee is due to the instructor in the first class. No class 7/3, 7/5.

Family Martial Arts Center Dojo Scott Symons 1025 Water St $95.00(R)/$118.00(N) *$110.00(R)/$138.00(N)

#15608 4-7 yrs Tu, Th 3:15 pm - 4:00 pm 06/19 - 08/16 #15610 8-13 yrs Tu, Th 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm *06/19 - 08/16

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LITTLE DRAGONS 4 - 6 yrs 8 days CHILDREN’S ADVANCED NINJA CAMP 6 - 11 yrs 1 day This children's martial arts program introduces young children to This class will take your young Ninja to the next level! Advanced safe falling, tumbling, coordination, flexibility and self-confidence. games, techniques and tumbling will end in a grand Ninja battle Your youngster will also learn social skills, playground skills, focus, under a strobe light for extra effect. Students accepted only after patience, self-control and the importance of never initiating violence. completing the regular Ninja training class. A material fee of $25.00 Classes are fun, full of action and taught in a supportive, nurturing is due in the first class. environment. A material fee of $35.00 for a uniform is due to the instructor in the first class. Lairds Academy Studio Michael Laird 175 Walnut Ave #C $46.00(R)/$56.00(N) Lairds Academy Studio Michael Laird 175 Walnut Ave #C $75.00(R)/$92.50(N) #15376 Sa 11:30 am - 2:00 pm 07/21

#15382 M, W 3:15 pm - 4:00 pm 07/23 - 08/15 DEFEATING BULLIES WITHOUT FIGHTING 5 - 12 yrs 1 day #15383 Tu, Th 3:15 pm - 4:00 pm 07/24 - 08/16 This life-saving class is open to both boys and girls and deals with all aspects of self-defense.The course covers everything from as- MARTIAL ARTS CAMP 6 - 10 yrs 5 days sessing your surroundings, setting verbal boundaries, to how to Children will learn more than just martial arts during this half-day defeat a bully without fighting. Once this foundation is established, camp including how to deal with a bully, making good choices, the we will teach physical self-defense in case all else fails. Visit importance of having a positive attitude, and be given a chance www.lairdsacademy.com. A material fee of $5.00 is due in the first to build self-confidence and work on self-control. Each class will class. also have fun games to get kids in shape and an art project to help patience and pride. The children will put together a demonstration Lairds Academy Studio Michael Laird to be presented on the last class for their friends and family. A 175 Walnut Ave #C $46.00(R)/$56.00(N) material fee of $35.00 for a uniform is due to the instructor in the first class. #15377 Sa 11:30 am - 2:00 pm 08/04

Lairds Academy Studio Michael Laird 175 Walnut Ave #C $220.00(R)/$280.00(N)

#15384 M - F 10:00 am - 3:00 pm 07/09 - 07/13 #15385 M - F 10:00 am - 3:00 pm 08/06 - 08/10

CHILDREN’S NINJA CAMP 6 - 11 yrs 1 day This class will explore the myths and facts of the fascinating Ninja from Japanese history, as well as give kids a chance to train like one! Children will learn basic tumbling and nun chuck skills as well as how to throw (rubber) Ninja Stars. Safety gear will be provided for some of the most fun your child will ever have while learning the history and ways of the Ninja! A material fee of $15.00 for foam nun chucks and throwing stars is due the first day of class.

Lairds Academy Studio Michael Laird 175 Walnut Ave #C $46.00(R)/$56.00(N)

#15381 Sa 11:30 am - 2:00 pm 07/14

Learn to use the body for self-defense and to build self-confidence with a class in martial arts.

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CHILDREN'S POLYNESIAN DANCE 5 - 11 yrs 8 days SUMMER BALLET DANCE CAMP 6 - 9 yrs 4 days Join the fun of Hula, Maori and Tahitian dance. Jacinta has taught Summer is a great time for dance camp! We will work on basic and performed here and on the islands for years. Beginners and ballet positions and techniques. There will be a demonstration on returning students welcome. A material fee of $10.00 is due to the the last day. A $15.00 material fee is due to the instructor in the instructor in the first class. No class 7/3. first class.

Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 5 Jacinta McGinnis Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 4 Jeani Mitchell 301 Center St $56.00(R)/$67.00(N) 301 Center St $54.00(R)/$65.00(N)

#15413 Tu 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm 06/19 - 08/14 #15638 M, W - F 11:30 am - 1:00 pm 07/09 - 07/13

CAMP HIP HOP! 6 - 10 yrs 5 days MOM/DAD & ME BALLERINA 2 - 3 yrs 4 days Get in the groove with great moves while learning style, musicality This class is designed for baby ballerinas and baby Baryshnikovs. and technique through hip hop, break dancing and pop-and-lock are It is a wonderful sharing time for music and dance; lots of tutus, some of the dance lessons that will be taught. Hip hop is wonderful wings and wands. Instructor will designate a day and a time for for self-esteem, coordination, making friends, and having fun! Kids video cameras. A material fee of $8.00 is due to the instructor in love this safe and positive dance class. Age appropriate music and the first class. choreography with a mini-performance in the studio for family and friends on the last day. Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 4 Jeani Mitchell 301 Center St $34.00(R)/$44.00(N) International Academy of Dance IAD Staff 320 Encinal St $179.00(R)/$228.00(N) #15634 Tu 3:45 pm - 4:30 pm 06/19 - 07/10 #15635 Tu 3:45 pm - 4:30 pm 07/24 - 08/14 #15535 M - F 10:00 am - 1:00 pm 06/11 - 06/15 #15536 M - F 10:00 am - 1:00 pm 07/23 - 07/27 PRE-BALLET DANCE CAMP FOR THE PRINCE AND FAIRY PRINCESS 4 - 5 yrs 4 days STORY BOOK DANCE CAMPS 4 - 7 yrs 5 days Dance camp is a great way for the youngest dancer to explore Three delightful fairy tale themes will engage and delight your bud- movement. The focus is on body awareness. Dancers will be in- ding artist. The activities, which include dance, music, puppetry and troduced to basic ballet positions and movements.They will have art, will encourage your child's imagination. Each camp concludes a chance to create their own dances. A small craft project and with the class creating an original fairy tale and mini-performance videos are included. There will be a demonstration on the last day. for parents and friends on the final day of camp. A material fee of Students should bring water and a small snack to each class. A $10.00 will be due to the instructor in the first class. $15.00 material fee is due to the instructor in the first class.

International Academy of Dance IAD Staff Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 4 Jeani Mitchell 320 Encinal St $179.00(R)/$228.00(N) 301 Center St $49.00(R)/$60.00(N)

#15529 Little Mermaid M - F 10:00 am - 1:00 pm 06/18 - 06/22 #15639 M - F 10:00 am - 11:15 am 07/09 - 07/13 #15530 Little Mermaid M - F 10:00 am - 1:00 pm 07/23 - 07/27 #15532 Cinderella M - F 10:00 am - 1:00 pm 07/09 - 07/13 PRE-BALLET I 3 - 6 yrs 4 days #15533 Swan Lake M - F 10:00 am - 1:00 pm 07/16 - 07/20 This is an introduction to the beauty of dance designed to develop grace and coordination in the budding ballerina and the little SUMMER DANCE: Baryshnikov. We’ll explore creative expression and body aware- CREATIVE MOVEMENT 5 - 8 yrs 5 days ness through the magic of ballet. Instructor will designate a day Through dance children learn what their bodies can do, what and a time for video cameras. A material fee of $8.00 is due to the strength and energy they have and how to move using time, rhythm, instructor in the first class. tempo, direction, space, size and level. Creative dance helps students feel respect, learn concentration and master self-discipline. Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 5 Jeani Mitchell Class based on the work of Mary Joyce and Paula Bliss. 301 Center St $34.00(R)/$44.00(N)

International Academy of Dance IAD Staff #15624 M 3:45 pm - 4:30 pm 06/18 - 07/09 320 Encinal St $79.00(R)/$97.00(N) #15625 M 3:45 pm - 4:30 pm 07/23 - 08/13 #15626 Sa 10:30 am - 11:15 am 06/23 - 07/14 #15648 M 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm 07/09 - 08/06 #15627 Sa 10:30 am - 11:15 am 07/28 - 08/18

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BEGINNING BALLET 8 - 14 yrs 4 days This class is an introduction to ballet. Basic barre and ballet positions will be taught with emphasis on body alignment and ballet terminol- Three Reading Programs for ogy. Class will include warm-up, barre, center floor combinations 4-Year-Olds through Entering and time to create your own dances. Instructor will designate a day and a time for video cameras. A material fee of $8.00 is due to the 2nd Graders instructor in the first class.

Programs in Santa Cruz at Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 4 Jeani Mitchell Santa Cruz Adult School, 313 Swift Street 301 Center St $38.00(R)/$48.00(N) Phonics • Comprehension • Independent Reading #15630 M 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm 06/18 - 07/09 Students in these programs make significant gains in phonics, #15631 M 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm 07/23 - 08/13 sight vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension. As a result, #15632 Sa 11:30 am - 12:30 pm 06/23 - 07/14 your child will become a fluent independent reader, build #15633 Sa 11:30 am - 12:30 pm 07/28 - 08/18 confidence, and become more successful in school.

Schedule: Program for 4-year-olds and entering kindergartners: Summer Fridays, July 20 - August 17, 10:00 am - 11:15 am Tuition: $239, Materials Fee: $34 Children’s Theater Programs for entering 1st graders: Fridays, July 20 - August 17, 12:15 pm - 2:15 pm Tuition: $299, Materials Fee: $34 7 - 13 yrs 11 days Programs for entering 2nd graders: Children's Theater is proud to present Charlie and the Fridays, July 20 - August 17, 3:15 pm - 5:15 pm Chocolate Factory. Tuition: $299, Materials Fee: $34 Children's Theater is a fun introduction to the world of theater. These programs are designed and taught by instructors from No experience is necessary and everyone who auditions the Institute of Reading Development. For more information, will receive a part! or to register, please call 1-800-979-8980. Auditions will be held the first week of class May 14 & 16. Students must be in class both days and be enrolled prior to auditions. Rehearsal will begin the following Monday. PRE-BALLET II 5 - 8 yrs 4 days Not everyone will need to attend every rehearsal; individual This class is for continuing Pre-Ballet I students as well as new rehearsal schedules will be set after the play is cast. students. Class will cover basic ballet positions and technique. An emphasis will be placed on proper posture and body alignment. Final dress rehearsals will be held at Louden Nelson Com- The instructor will make a final decision on the appropriate level placement. A specific day and a time will be designated for video munity Center the week of June 25-29. An evening perfor- cameras. A material fee of $8.00 is due to the instructor in the first mance will be held at Louden Nelson on Friday, June 29 at class. 7:00 pm with a Saturday matinee on June 30 at 2:00 pm.

Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 4 Jeani Mitchell Parent volunteers are an essential part of children's theater. 301 Center St $38.00(R)/$48.00(N) Parents may help with rehearsals, costumes, props and more. Parents volunteering with rehearsals must be finger- #15628 M 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm 06/18 - 07/09 printed. There is no charge for fingerprinting. A material fee #15629 M 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm 07/23 - 08/13 of $10.00 is due to the instructor in the first class.

Depot Park Freight Building Julie Willhite 119 Center St $73.00(R)/$90.00(N)

#15603 M, W 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm 05/14 - 06/20

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COMPUTER ANIMATION CAMP 9 - 12 yrs 5 days Computer animation camp teaches students claymation, wire figure design, story boards, hand-made sets and stop-motion techniques. Students will create characters and story boards they are passionate about. Photographer Christine Currie and California credentialed teacher Heather Young will help bring clay, wire or lego creations to life. Students may bring a PC or Mac but it is not required. A video of the animation project will be created that can be viewed and shared with friends and family.

Art DuJour Gallery Christine Currie & Heather Young 1013 Cedar St $150.00(R)/$189.00(N)

#15662 M - F 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 06/18 - 06/22 Explore the exciting world of kites. #15663 M - F 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 08/20 - 08/24 D IS FOR DRAGONS 7 - 12 yrs 5 days In this class we will learn about dragons from all around the world. INTRODUCTION TO SUZUKI GUITAR 5 - 12 yrs 4 days We’ll learn about ancient dragons and modern dragons. We'll The Suzuki method can be explained by what's known as the study the secrets of dragon lore, and learn about where dragons “Mother Tongue Approach.” By studying and cataloging the vari- live, what they eat, and what they do for excitement. We’ll study ous behaviors of infants and parents during language acquisition, dragon anatomy and then draw our own dragons. We’ll make big extracting the dynamics that produce the best results, you'll see dragon eggs. And we will make 3D dragon models and paint our the foundational principals of the Suzuki method emerge! Parents dragons fantastical colors. We’ll explore how artists have painted are required to attend the first 15 minutes of the session and en- or sculpted dragons in many different cultures. We’ll read stories couraged to come to all sessions. The first class will be a group about dragons, and we’ll learn about some kid-friendly dragon mov- meeting. The remaining three classes will be 15-20-minute-long ies. At the end of this class, we will be dragon experts, also known private lessons. A $2.00 material fee is due to the instructor in the as Dragonologists! A $15.00 material fee is due to the instructor in first class. Only a nylon string guitar of proper size will be allowed. the first class. If you don't have a guitar, the instructor may have some available for rental or can refer you to music stores. Bay View Elementary School Portable 29 Kathleen McCord 1231 Bay St $88.00(R)/$108.00(N) More Music Classroom Kevin McDowell #15661 M - F 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm 07/16 - 7/20 512 Front St $70.00(R)/$85.00(N) K IS FOR KITES 7 - 12 yrs 5 days #15481 F 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm 06/22 - 07/13 Explore the exciting world of kites. Ancient secrets of the kite-making #15482 F 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm 07/27 - 08/17 arts are revealed in this hands-on class. Join us to create your own traditional diamond-shaped kite. Learn how to design and build MIXED MEDIA: CLAY SCULPTURE, delta kites, multi-celled tetrahedral kites, box kites, flying caterpillar DRAWING, PAINTING 6 - 12 yrs 6 days kites, and more. A $15.00 material fee is due to the instructor in Students will use a variety of materials including chalk pastels, color the first class pencils, watercolors, charcoal and tempera. Students learn about composition, form and light. The primary goal and focus is for each Bay View Elementary School Portable 29 Kathleen McCord student to develop their own personal imagery and confidence in 1231 Bay St $88.00(R)/$108.00(N) self-expression. Artistic skills are taught through a combination of targeted lessons, combined with each student's rich imagination #15708 M - F 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm 07/23 - 07/27 and experiences. Projects include animal sketching using real museum specimens, Study of the Old Masters, multi-cultural art, ACTING FOR THE CAMERA 10 - 14 yrs 10 days mask-making, still life, landscape and more. A $20.00 material fee See yourself on camera each day and finish with a complete video for kiln firing and materials is due to the instructor in the first class. or DVD of all your performances. You will learn techniques for film No class 8/3. and video with comparisons to stage acting, shooting commercials, improvisations, short monologues, and scenes. Taught by a pro- Gault Elementary School Portable 23 Claudia Stevens fessional television host, anchor, and actor in film and television. 1320 Seabright Ave $47.00(R)/$58.00(N) Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 7 Doree Steinmann #15552 Tu - Th 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm 07/17 - 07/24 301 Center St $110.00(R)/$137.00(N) #15553 M - Th 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm 07/30 - 08/07 #15440 M - F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 07/09 - 07/20

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TUMBLING GYMNASTICS 1 yr & up *4 days/5 days Join us in the Depot Park Freight building for gymnastics fun! This class will introduce children to basic gymnastics and tumbling skills. The class will increase coordination, strength, and flexibility. Each child will be taught teamwork and self-discipline through obstacle courses, play activities, parent help, and one-on-one coaching and spotting. Parents are required to participate with their children in the 1-3-year-old classes only. Parking passes will be given out the first day of class. No class 7/4.

Depot Park Freight Building Lila Brown 119 Center St $42.00(R)/$52.00(N) *$39.00(R)/$49.00(N)

#15594 1-3 yrs M 10:00 am - 10:45 am 06/18 - 07/16 #15595 1-3 yrs M 11:00 am - 11:45 am 06/18 - 07/16 #15596 3-5 yrs M 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm 06/18 - 07/16 #15597 5-6 yrs M 3:30 pm - 4:15 pm 06/18 - 07/16 #15598 7 & up M 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm 06/18 - 07/16 Tumbling gymnastics increases flexibility and coordination. #15599 4-6 yrs M 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm 06/18 - 07/16 #15558 1-3 yrs Tu 10:00 am - 10:45 am 06/19 - 07/17 KIDS’ KORNER CO-OP 3 - 5 yrs 18 days #15559 1-3 yrs Tu 11:00 am - 11:45 am 06/19 - 07/17 Kids’ Korner Co-op provides an environment for preschoolers to #15787 3-5 yrs Tu 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm 06/19 - 07/17 learn, play and socialize. Hands-on curriculum includes the use of #15560 1-3 yrs W 10:00 am - 10:45 am *06/20 - 07/18 pre-kindergarten material, music, art, science, social awareness #15561 1-3 yrs W 11:00 am - 11:45 am *06/20 - 07/18 and life skills. The program participates in Raising a Reader and #15562 3-5 yrs W 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm *06/20 - 07/18 Handwriting Without Tears. Class curriculum is identical for MW #15563 5-6 yrs W 3:30 pm - 4:15 pm *06/20 - 07/18 and TTH classes. Parents may only register for two days a week. #15600 7 & up W 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm *06/20 - 07/18 #15564 4-6 yrs W 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm *06/20 - 07/18 A Pre-K class is available on Fridays beginning in January. If you #15565 1-3 yrs Th 10:00 am - 10:45 am 06/21 - 07/19 have a child entering kindergarten in the fall, you may register for #15591 1-3 yrs Th 11:00 am - 11:45 am 06/21 - 07/19 this engaging, academically focused Pre-K class. Children must #15566 3-5 yrs Th 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm 06/21 - 07/19 be concurrently registered in the MW or TTh class to attend the #15567 1-3 yrs F 10:00 am - 10:45 am 06/22 - 07/20 Pre-K class. #15568 1-3 yrs F 11:00 am - 11:45 am 06/22 - 07/20 #15569 1-3 yrs M 10:00 am - 10:45 am 07/23 - 08/20 On the first day of each session, parents should plan to stay 15 #15570 1-3 yrs M 11:00 am - 11:45 am 07/23 - 08/20 minutes for a meeting with instructors, sign up for Co-op days, #15571 3-5 yrs M 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm 07/23 - 08/20 and choose one take-home project. Bring a copy of child’s current #15572 5-6 yrs M 3:30 pm - 4:15 pm 07/23 - 08/20 immunization record the first day of class. Preschoolers should be #15573 7 & up M 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm 07/23 - 08/20 toilet trained. Bring a lunch daily labeled with their name. There is #15574 4-6 yrs M 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm 07/23 - 08/20 no program on holidays. Co-op volunteers must be fingerprinted #15575 1-3 yrs Tu 10:00 am - 10:45 am 07/24 - 08/21 by law (free to volunteers) before helping in the classroom. #15576 1-3 yrs Tu 11:00 am - 11:45 am 07/24 - 08/21 #15788 3-5 yrs Tu 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm 07/24 - 08/21 Harvey West Park Kids Cottage Chrisa Burr & Kelly Gibson #15592 1-3 yrs W 10:00 am - 10:45 am 07/25 - 08/22 325 Evergreen St 9:30 am - 12:30 pm #15577 1-3 yrs W 11:00 am - 11:45 am 07/25 - 08/22 #15578 3-5 yrs W 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm 07/25 - 08/22 #15554 M, W 09/05 - 10/31 $180.00(R)/$234.00(N) #15579 5-6 yrs W 3:30 pm - 4:15 pm 07/25 - 08/22 #15555 M, W 11/05 - 01/16 $180.00(R)/$234.00(N) #15580 7 & up W 4:30 pm - 5:15 pm 07/25 - 08/22 #15556 Tu, Th 09/04 - 11/01 $190.00(R)/$248.00(N) #15581 4-6 yrs W 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm 07/25 - 08/22 #15557 Tu, Th 11/06 - 01/17 $180.00(R)/$234.00(N) #15582 1-3 yrs Th 10:00 am - 10:45 am 07/26 - 08/23 #15583 1-3 yrs Th 11:00 am - 11:45 am 07/26 - 08/23 #15584 3-5 yrs Th 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm 07/26 - 08/23 #15585 1-3 yrs F 10:00 am - 10:45 am 07/27 - 08/24 #15593 1-3 yrs F 11:00 am - 11:45 am 07/27 - 08/24

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Teens

TEEN DANCE CAMP: YOUTH ROCK CLIMBING CAMP 11 - 17 yrs 5 days DANCE, DANCE, DANCE! 11 - 17 yrs 6 days Rock Climbing is an exciting and challenging sport that demands Dance your way through summer in this two-week camp! Create a high level of personal responsibility. Climbing challenges your new choreography and participate in various dance styles including mind while building every muscle in your body. Learn to climb in hip-hop, lyrical jazz, modern, theater dance, ballet and ballroom a world-class facility! Level I covers safety procedures for climbing dance with the experienced and professional instructors of the and rappelling. Level 2 covers primary movement techniques and International Academy of Dance. Dancers gain skills in teamwork, footwork. Level 3 builds on the skills learned in Level I & II, this trust and communication, while improving flexibility, focus and course goes on two field trips to Castle Rock State Park. (Tues- coordination through dance. Some dance experience preferable. day & Thursday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm) Note: Instructor permission Mini in-studio performance happens on the last day for parents is required to skip Level I and student must have Belay Card. All and friends. participants require a signed Pacific Edge Liability Waiver. All equipment is provided. International Academy of Dance IAD Staff 320 Encinal St $225.00(R)/$287.00(N) Pacific Edge Indoor Climbing Gym Pacific Edge Staff 104 Bronson St #12 $100.00(R)/$125.00(N) #15534 M, W, F 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm 06/18 - 06/29 $235.00(R)/$305.00(N)

TEEN KAYAK CAMP 12 - 15 yrs 2 days #15473 LEVEL 1 M - F 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 06/18 - 06/22 This fun two-day class starts with a review of basic paddling and #15474 LEVEL 1 M - F 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm 06/18 - 06/22 rescue techniques in the Santa Cruz harbor. Once students are #15475 LEVEL 2 M - F 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 06/25 - 06/29 comfortable handling their kayaks, we'll head into the bay for a tour #15476 LEVEL 1 M - F 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm 06/25 - 06/29 of the local kelp beds and marine life. On the second day, we'll #15477 LEVEL 1 M - F 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 07/09 - 07/13 paddle over to a local beach for an adventurous day, learning how #15478 LEVEL 2 M - F 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm 07/09 - 07/13 to handle kayaks in the surf zone and launching them from the #15479 LEVEL 2 M - F 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 07/16 - 07/20 beach. This class is a great way to gain personal confidence, learn #15483 LEVEL 1 M - F 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm 07/16 - 07/20 ocean awareness and meet new friends. Please wear a swimsuit #15484 LEVEL 1 M - F 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 07/23 - 07/27 and bring a lunch and water. A material fee of $45.00 is due to the #15485 LEVEL 2 M - F 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm 07/23 - 07/27 instructor in the first class. #15486 LEVEL 2 M - F 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 07/30 - 08/03 #15487 LEVEL 1 M - F 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm 07/30 - 08/03 Kayak Connection Kayak Connection Staff #15488 LEVEL 1 M - F 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 08/06 - 08/10 413 Lake Ave $65.00(R)/$80.00(N) #15489 LEVEL 3 M - F 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm 08/06 - 08/10 #15490 LEVEL 1 M - F 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 08/13 - 08/17 #15502 Tu, Th 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 06/26 - 06/28 #15491 LEVEL 2 M - F 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm 08/13 - 08/17 #15503 Tu, Th 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 07/17 - 07/19 #15504 Tu, Th 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 08/14 - 08/16

STAND-UP PADDLING FOR TEENS 12 - 15 yrs 2 days Your teen will have a blast this summer learning the fun sport of stand-up paddling. Students will learn paddling techniques, balance and how to read the ocean. This sport is a great way for teens to build their confidence about being on the ocean and their own athletic abilities. A material fee of $30.00 is due to the instructor on the first day of class.

Kayak Connection Kayak Connection Staff 413 Lake Ave $60.00(R)/$72.00(N)

#15521 W, F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 07/11 - 07/13 #15522 W, F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 08/01 - 08/03

Ocean paddling is a great way to get fit and have fun.

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FOOLING WITH WORDS: BE IN YOUR OWN BAND 11 - 18 yrs 10 days POETRY WRITING FOR TEENS 12 - 17 yrs 6 days This class focuses on playing with other musicians in a band set- In this class students will explore language through a variety of ting. Open to bass, guitar, drum, keyboard and vocalists. Other hands-on and interactive activities. Along with reading the works of instruments are welcome with instructors permission. Some expe- a range of published poets, students will write their own poems and rience is REQUIRED. Guitar and bass players must be able to tune receive feedback in a supportive workshop structure. Instruction their instruments and find notes on the neck. Drummers must be will include learning the basic elements of a poem, such as voice, able to count time and play a basic consistent beat. Keyboard syntax, imagery, figurative language, sound, and structure. Special players must bring their own keyboard. All students should know emphasis will be given to the performance of poetry, with attention at least one song all the way through. Class will cover music the- to breath work and techniques from acting and improvisation. The ory, songwriting, meeting other musicians, band formation & per- class will study the history of the oral tradition, including the poetry formance skills. Come with your formed band or as an individual slam. The last class will be a poetry reading where students will read looking for group playing experience. Drum kit, guitar, bass and their own works. Appropriate for beginning and more experienced amplification will be provided. Bring your own instrument, cable, writers. tuner and sticks as applicable. Note: This class may not be appropriate for beginning musicians. Do you still have questions? Teen Center Magdalena Montagne Contact [email protected] or call 831-345-5224. Schol- 301 Center St $61.00(R)/$73.00(N) arships available through Santa Cruz Performing Arts.

#15709 M 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm 06/25 - 07/30 Louden Nelson Community Center Auditorium Robin Macomber 301 Center St $177.00(R)/$225.00(N) TEEN TV: STUDIO PRODUCTION CAMP 13 - 18 yrs 5 days Produce your own TV show! Teen participants will work together #15741 M - F 11:00 am - 12:30 pm 07/09 - 07/20 with skilled Community Television trainers to prepare, produce, and work the various crew positions involved in creating a televi- SUMMER DANCE: sion studio program. Each day will include fun, hands-on training TAPPIN’ TEENS 13 - 18 yrs 6 days in studio cameras, audio mixers, mics, graphics, blue-screen Put on your tap shoes and explore the rhythms of tap, while de- shooting, technical directing and much more. Performing in front veloping coordination and style through snazzy moves and fun tap of the camera is encouraged, but not required. During the week, choreography. A wonderful introduction to tap dance. Work on your content will be created for a “variety show” to be taped on the final triple threat! Class will conclude with a mini-performance in the day of camp. Enrollment includes a discount on a 1-year CTV studio where family and friends will be invited to the class on the membership, CTV studio camera certification, a DVD copy of the last day. final show, and a Certificate of Program Completion at the end of the week. If you’ve ever wanted to learn TV Studio Production in International Academy of Dance IAD Staff a fun, easy-going environment, this program is for you! Visit www. 320 Encinal St $79.00(R)/$97.00(N) communitytv.org or call 831-425-8848. #15647 Th 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm 07/12 - 08/09 Community Television Studio Community Television Staff 816 Pacific Ave $199.00(R)/$227.00(N) TEENS COOK 13 - 17 yrs 4 days Teens cook easy, tasty and affordable meals for themselves and #15448 M - F 10:00 am - 1:00 pm 07/23 - 07/27 their families. Learn to read a recipe, make a shopping list, measure ingredients accurately and gain knowledge of substitute ingredients. STAGE PRESENCE Understand what it means to steam, boil, saute, braise, poach, and FOR PERFORMERS 11 - 17 yrs 2 days sear. You'll work with a partner in class to create both savory and Creating a character on-stage is as important to a dancer, actor, sweet recipes to share. A material fee of $48.00 is due to the in- singer or musician as their technique, steps and actions. Gaining structor in the first class. the knowledge, focus and stage presence that reveals an expert performance is what “Stage Presence for Performers” can achieve. Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 8 Julie Villaire This innovative class will use the process of drama to strengthen 301 Center St $65.00(R)/$79.00(N) and develop the complete artist. No prior experience required. Class will conclude with an in-studio demonstration on the last day, #15706 M 10:00 am - 12:30 pm 06/18 - 07/09 where parents, family and friends will be invited into the studio.

International Academy of Dance IAD Staff 320 Encinal St $79.00(R)/$97.00(N)

#15704 Sa 3:30 pm - 6:30 pm 08/04 - 08/11

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Dance

BALLET BARRE 13 yrs & up 4 days SALSA CRASH COURSE FOR BEGINNERS You’ll enjoy the beauty and grace of ballet while limbering, toning, CUBAN-STYLE 16 yrs & up 5 days and developing strength. There will be basic exercises and tech- This is a five-week crash course for everyone who wants to learn nique along with barre and centre combinations. to dance Salsa. Two skilled and non-intimidating instructors will build up your Salsa dancing skill in a fun way. This is a regular Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 4 Jeani Mitchell Salsa class using Cuban-style Salsa and some elements of Rueda 301 Center St $43.00(R)/$53.00(N) which is danced in a circle! NO PARTNER REQUIRED. Chris and Jessica have over 10 years’ experience and have studied with #15636 Sa 9:15 am - 10:30 am 06/23 - 07/14 renowned teachers in Cuba and Miami. They are the founders of #15637 Sa 9:15 am - 10:30 am 07/28 - 08/25 SalsaGente California and co-founded the award-winning Salsa Rueda Santa Cruz.This series class builds from week to week, so BELLY DANCE 13 yrs & up 6 days attendance to all sessions is REQUIRED. Get a good workout as Explore the ancient dance form of belly dance, while improving Chris and Jessica keep you moving! Visit www.SalsaGente.com your flexibility and reducing stress. You don't have to be physi- or call 831-457-7432. cally fit to enjoy this class. Come have some summer fun and learn a short, sassy dance routine! No dance experience required. Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 5 Jessica Dieseldorff 301 Center St $43.00(R)/$53.00(N) Market Street Theatre Large Room Nadika 222 Market St $63.00(R)/$75.00(N) #15480 W 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 07/11 - 08/18

#15623 M 6:15 pm - 7:30 pm 06/18 - 07/23 SWING AND FOXTROT 15 yrs & up 6 days Our basic ballroom survival kit! With these two dances in your POLYNESIAN DANCE 12 yrs & up 8 days repertoire, you can dance to any music at a swing dance party. Learn the expressive Hawaiian Hula, ancient chants and Tahitian With two instructors, Candi Ledwich and Todd Tsukushi, class will dance. Strengthen and tone. Jacinta has taught and performed include leading and following. Students dance primarily with their here and on the islands for years. A material fee of $5.00 is due to own partners to develop their own dance style. PARTNERS RE- the instructor in the first class. No class 7/3. QUIRED.

Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 5 Jacinta McGinnis Market Street Theatre Large Rm Candi Ledwich & Todd Tsukushi 301 Center St $56.00(R)/$67.00(N) 222 Market St $54.00(R)/$65.00(N)

#15414 Tu 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 06/19 - 08/14 #15622 M 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm 07/09 - 08/13

ZUMBA 13 yrs & up 8 days Do you love to dance? Sign-up for this exhilarating, fun, easy-to- follow, calorie-burning dance class moving millions of people across the county toward joy and health. The benefits are long-lasting and you'll enjoy the process of reaching and maintaining your fitness goals. Get started now! You'll be glad you did.

International Academy of Dance IAD Staff 320 Encinal St $79.00(R)/$97.00(N)

#15537 M, W 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm 07/09 - 08/01

Experience the culture of the islands by learning Polynesian dance.

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ITALIAN ART HISTORY 15 yrs & up 6 days BEGINNING JAPANESE 16 yrs & up 6 days Are you planning a trip to Italy? Visited the country but want to learn This beginning Japanese course covers greetings, introductions, more? Or simply have a passion for art? Take a sweeping tour of basic conversation patterns, sentence structure and vocabulary. Italy's magnificent culture by learning about the art from Rome, Japanese culture and history will be woven into the course. In ad- Florence, Venice, Siena, Pompeii, and Assisi. We'll explore each dition, reading and writing of Kana letters will be covered. A $20.00 city's major monuments and artistic treasures. The class will cover material fee is due to the instructor in the first class. works created during the Roman Empire, Middle Ages, Renais- sance, and Baroque period. You'll gain a working knowledge of Santa Cruz Adult School Rm 1 Takashi Nakazawa Italian visual culture that will make you feel like a pro and leave you 313 Swift St $61.00(R)/$73.00(N) eager to visit the country (again and again!) Come join this fun and informative class taught by Cher Casey, art historian, international #15710 M 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm 06/18 - 07/23 tour guide, and ecstatic art enthusiast! CHINESE 18 yrs & up 6 days Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 7 Cher Casey Learn the Mandarin Chinese language. Students will learn new 301 Center St $74.00(R)/$85.00(N) words and to make simple sentences for basic conversation.Stu- dents will learn through lecture, conversation, and audio tapes. A #15445 Th 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 06/21 - 07/26 material fee of $5.00 is due to the instructor in the first class.

JAZZ WORKSHOP 15 yrs & up 5 days Harbor High School H9 Ling Ling Wan Play jazz standards in jam session format. There's really no jazz 300 La Fonda Ave $47.00(R)/$58.00(N) experience necessary, just the basic ability to play a musical instrument and to read music for your instrument. Singers welcome. #15547 Tu 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm 06/19 - 07/24 You'll learn to improvise with other music lovers in a congenial atmosphere. Children ages 12 to 14 able to add class with instruc- GETTING THE MOST FROM YOUR IPAD 18 yrs & up 1 day tor permission. Call 831-420-5270 for instructor approval. This class is for people who have an iPad and would like to understand more about their device. You will learn about the features Santa Cruz Adult Foundation Rm 1 Steve Newman available on the iPad, including some fun tips about the iPad 313 Swift St $65.00(R)/$79.00(N) keyboard, how to navigate web pages effectively, how to download Apps, iBooks iTunes. You will also learn how to download photos #15409 Tu 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm 06/19 - 07/17 to your iPad, receive email, and use the built-in calendar and ad- #15410 Tu 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm 07/24 - 08/21 dress book and much more.This class will be partly lecture and partly hands-on workshop, using your own iPad. Doreen Lozano FUN WITH FUSED GLASS 12 yrs & up 4 days has over 25 years of experience in technical support, education This is an introduction to the brilliant art of glass tack fusing and and consulting on various computer platforms and devices, special- slumping. Students will be taught safety first, basic kiln use and izing in Apple products. programming. We will cover the three most important rules of glass fusing: annealing, thermal shock and compatibility. We will work on Cruzio Conference Room Doreen Lozano pieces that are approximately 7 to 8 inches in diameter. Students 877 Cedar St Suite 150 $80.00(R)/$98.00(N) will have an opportunity to cut and assemble glass pieces on their projects creating their own unique designs. With the first firing, glass #15408 Sa 10:00 am - 1:00 pm 06/23 merges into beautiful colors and patterns. With the second firing, molds are introduced through what is known as slumping to give bowl and tray-like shapes to the glass. If you have always been attracted to glass but not known where or how to begin, this is the best way to get started with this powerful medium. Once confident, there is no limit to what you can create! A material fee of $50.00 is due to the instructor in the first class.

Art DuJour Gallery Classroom Art DuJour Staff 1013 Cedar St $130.00(R)/$163.00(N)

#15664 Tu, Th 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm 08/07 - 08/16

Apple’s iPad is a tablet computer that can be a fun way to view photos, websites and more.

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Women’s Self-Defense

The City of Santa Cruz Commission for the Prevention of Violence Against Women invites women and girls to take a self-defense class. Increase your personal safety at home, work, school, and on the street. Learn effective strategies, communication skills, and physical self-defense techniques. Classes are self-paced, interactive, non-competitive and include discussions and exercises. Women and girls of all abilities are welcome! Wear comfortable clothes. Advance registration is required through Parks and Recreation (see page 2). Course will be cancelled if minimum registration is not reached one week prior to the first class. Nominal fee for most classes – no one turned away for lack of funds. Call the Commission at 831-420-5363 for assistance regarding fees.

SELF-DEFENSE GIRLS & WOMEN ALLIES 8 yrs & up 3 days This class welcomes girls 8-12 years old WITH their women allies (mothers, aunts, grandmothers, sisters, older friends) to attend a 3-week course. This class addresses assertiveness, the power of the voice, and some physical self-defense techniques for girls in a safe and fun environment. Registration closed after the first class. Note: Parent/Guardian signature required on additional waiver at first class.

Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 7 301 Center St $5.00(R)/$15.00(N)

#15778 Tu 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm 07/17 - 07/31

SELF-DEFENSE FOR TEEN WOMEN All ages 4 days The course addresses assertiveness, body language, the power of the voice and physical self-defense techniques for teen women. Registration closed after first class. Note: Parent/Guardian signature required on additional waiver at first class. Please plan time to complete this paperwork.

Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 7 Saying “no” powerfully is a fundamental part of self-defense. 301 Center St $5.00(R)/$15.00(N) PERSONAL SAFETY FOR #15780 W 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm 07/11 - 08/01 SENIOR WOMEN 60 yrs & up 3 days Personal safety skills are designed especially for older women in SELF-DEFENSE WOMEN’S this class. Verbal and physical self-protection skills taught and BEGINNING WORKSHOP 18 yrs & up 2 days developed in this course. Registration closed after first class. This two-week workshop for women includes assertiveness, boundary-setting, verbal and some physical techniques. A great Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 1 introduction to self-defense or a review of the comprehensive 301 Center St FREE(R)/$15.00(N) beginning class. Registration closed after first class. #15779 Tu 10:00 am - 11:30 am 07/17 - 07/31 Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 1 & 5 301 Center St $10.00(R)/$25.00(N) “ I have realized how important self-defense is #15781 Rm 1 W* 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 07/11 - 07/18 for preventing attacks. I have also realized how #15782 Rm 5 Sa 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 07/14 - 07/21 important it is to use the philosophy of self-defense and assertiveness in my everyday life.”

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CARDIO KICK CHALLENGE 16 yrs & up 12 days SC CORE BEACH BOOTCAMP 16 yrs & up 15 days Cardio Kick Challenge provides both strength and self-confidence Come start your day off right with the sunrise and an intense work- in a dynamic cardiovascular workout that you will love. It burns out with an authentic Air Force special operations physical trainer calories, firms you up, builds endurance, coordination and power. veteran. Experience the full motivational force of teamwork while This class addresses all levels and is kept small to ensure person- burning up to 1,000 calories and developing your core, muscular alized attention. This class uses heavy punching bags and martial endurance and strength and cardio-respitory fitness. The class arts targets as well as weights, bands and exercise balls. A mate- incorporates a circuit training program fit for all ages and all levels rial fee of $25.00 is due in the first class. of fitness. If you are an athlete or just someone who wants to push their limits, this is the class for you! Come on down to the Lairds Academy Studio Heather Reed beach and let’s “Step it up!” Class meets rain or shine. If it is 175 Walnut Ave #C $50.00(R)/$60.00(N) raining we will meet at 317 Potrero Street Suite C for indoor bootcamp, otherwise we will be meeting at the top of the stairs #15380 M, W - Th 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 07/23 - 08/16 on Seabright Beach at the end of 3rd Street. Call 831-425-9500 or visit www.santacruzcore.com. CROSSFIT 16 yrs & up 7 days This fitness class will implement basic functional and athletic Santa Cruz CORE Fitness Gym SC Core Fitness Staff movements that can be applied to life in all capacities. CrossFit 317 Potrero St Suite C $120.00(R)/$150.00(N) delivers a fitness that is, by design, broad, general and inclusive. Our specialty is not specializing. It is designed for universal scal- #15431 M, W, F 6:30 am - 7:30 am 06/18 - 07/20 ability making it perfect for anyone interested in becoming fit #15432 M, W, F 6:30 am - 7:30 am 07/23 - 08/24 and healthy including athletes, non-athletes, young adults, busy parents, etc. who simply want to become physically and PILATES MAT 16 yrs & up 9 days mentally strong. Taught by professional trainers from CrossFit Pilates Mat will work to strengthen the abdominal and back muscles, West Santa Cruz (www.crossfitwestsantacruz.com), we aim improve posture, and increase flexibility. Students will learn to expand work capacity with functional movements such as box proper Pilates breathwork. Aimee Fitzgerald is a certified Pilates jumps, plyometrics and various body weight movements. What is Mat Instructor and also teaches Iyengar yoga. She loves teaching most special about CrossFit is the camaraderie and kinship in our both kinds of classes. Visit www.aimeefitzgerald.com. Students community. Our members work side-by-side, competing with each need to bring a mat or a towel and wear comfortable exercise other and against a stopwatch while rooting each other on, sharing clothing. Please contact Aimee before the class if you are pregnant high fives and acknowledgements of achievement. Come join the or have osteoporosis. fun! Push yourself! Be better! Market Street Theatre Large Room Aimee Fitzgerald CrossFit West Santa Cruz Gym CrossFit Staff 222 Market St $61.00(R)/$73.00(N) 350 Coral St Suite F $76.00(R)/$93.00(N) #15411 Tu 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm 06/19 - 08/14 #15373 Sa 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 06/23 - 08/04

GET ON THE BALL 16 yrs & up 5 days This is a full-body workout that will increase your balance and stability as well as stimulate the heart and lungs. Increasing stability decreases the likelihood of injury in our day-to-day and in our athletic endeavors. By utilizing the ball, familiar moves will become challenging, which is why ball work is a great way to get out of your fitness rut! Personal trainers teach the class and utilize body weight, dumbbells and Therabands, in addition to the stability balls to create a challenging workout adjusted for varying fitness levels. Workouts are varied to keep students interests high and can be adapted to any ability. Every class begins with a gentle warm up and ends with a cool down stretch to ensure a safe workout and re- covery. Call 831-425-9500 or visit www.santacruzcore.com.

Santa Cruz CORE Fitness Gym SC Core Fitness Staff 317 Potrero St Suite C $45.00(R)/$55.00(N) Have a ball making your core muscles stronger when you take a fitness #15433 Tu 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 06/19 - 07/17 class. #15434 Tu 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 07/24 - 08/21

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CORE BEGINNERS 45 yrs & up recommended 11 days This class will teach beginning exercises for strengthening your core. You will learn how to identify and focus intention on your core muscles through functional exercises, correct form and posture. Breathing and elasticity are also components of the class. Take this as an introduction to Core and Strength Training Intermediate. Kimball Barton is a Certified Personal Trainer and has worked extensively with a wide range of age groups. No class 7/4.

Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 7 Kimball Barton 301 Center St $70.00(R)/$85.00(N)

#15649 M, W 6:45 pm - 7:45 pm 06/18 - 07/25

CORE AND STRENGTH TRAINING INTERMEDIATE 45 yrs & up recommended 11 days Learn how to engage and train your core; then incorporate using your core all day. We will use floor exercise, pilates, exercise balls and small hand weights in order to accomplish a full body workout. There will be an emphasis on balance and posture. Participants must be able to get up and down off the floor independently. Bring a mat. No class 7/4.

Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 7 Kimball Barton 301 Center St $70.00(R)/$85.00(N)

#15651 M, W 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm 06/18 - 07/25

Feel the stress melt away as you learn ancient martial arts techniques.

MELLOW MARTIAL ARTS 45 yrs & up recommended 5 days Slow down. Take a deep breath. Relax. This class is a blend of Tai Chi, Aikido, and similar non-competitive arts of self-defense. By practicing slow, gentle and cooperative training drills students can expect to learn simplified methods of self-protection. This class can be especially helpful to people who are sedentary and use their brains most of the day.

Louden Nelson Community Center Rm 5 Barry Forsyth 301 Center St $43.00(R)/$53.00(N)

#15653 Th 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm 06/21 - 07/19 #15654 Th 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm 07/26 - 08/23

Limber muscles will keep you happy and flexible.

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MARTIAL ARTS FOR THE FAMILY 5 yrs & up 8 days Encourage and support your family while exploring martial arts and learning basic self-defense techniques. Your family will find a revitalized quest for self-improvement in a fun, comfortable environment. In addition to building flexibility and coordination, classes teach self-control, self-confidence, respect, focus and patience. Classes are one hour and take place at 4:00, 5:00 and 6:00 pm. Participants may attend 2 classes per week at any of the times offered. All classes open to all ages and levels. Individuals also welcome. A material fee of $35.00 is due to the instructor in the first class.

Lairds Academy Studio Michael Laird 175 Walnut Ave #C 5-12 yrs: $60.00(R)/$72.00(N) 13 yrs & up: $70.00(R)/$86.00(N)

#15379 Tu, F 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm 07/24 - 08/17 Relax, breathe and stretch your way into a healthier body.

TRI YOGA BASICS 18 yrs & up 8 days Tri Yoga Basics synchronizes flowing and sustained postures with rhythmic breath and focused mind. Basics include relaxing and re- juvenating stretching and strengthening posture sequences. Props are used to ensure comfort and alignment. It is best not to eat for at least 1-2 hours before class. Dress comfortably. No class 7/4.

Kali Ray Tri Yoga Center Kali Ray Staff 708 Washington St $95.00(R)/$118.00(N)

#15453 M 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm 06/18 - 08/06 #15451 W 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm 06/20 - 08/15 #15452 Th 10:00 am - 11:30 am 06/21 - 08/09 #15454 Sa 8:30 am - 10:00 am 06/23 - 08/11

TRI YOGA LEVEL I 18 yrs & up 8 days In Tri Yoga Flows, breath and focus are united with flowing and sustained postures. Tri Yoga is the complete body, mind, and spirit workout/work-in. Since the method is systematic, students can prog- ress from Basics to Level 1 and then to subsequent levels as they increase their flexibility, strength, endurance and knowledge.

Kali Ray Tri Yoga Center Kali Ray Staff 708 Washington St $95.00(R)/$118.00(N)

#15455 M 8:30 am - 10:00 am 06/18 - 08/06 #15456 F 8:30 am - 10:00 am 06/22 - 08/10

Take a class with members of your family to share valuable life lessons.

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DEEP WATER RUNNING 18 yrs & up 4 days This is a dynamic, water-running workout.The class is a high-energy, deep-water running routine focused on cardio strengthening. Emphasis is on body alignment and deep breathing. Be prepared to work hard and reap fitness benefits for a total body-mind conditioning exercise. This class is appropriate for experienced athletes, water exercisers ready to amp up their water exercise routine or as cross-training. Gloria Walker has taught water aerobics for 6 years, is certified with AEA (Aquatic Exercise Association), trained and certified through the Red Cross as a lifeguard, Advanced First Aid and CPR. Swimsuit required. Must pre-register for this class, no drop-ins.

Santa Cruz High Pool Gloria Walker 415 Walnut Ave $38.00(R)/$48.00(N)

#15419 Su 9:00 am - 10:00 am 06/17 - 07/08 #15420 Su 9:00 am - 10:00 am 07/22 - 08/12

DEEP WATER WORKOUT WITH JAY 18 yrs & up 4 days This invigorating deep-water fitness class will strengthen body muscles by emphasizing resistance movements through water. Flotation belts are worn so concentration can be on toning and mobility exercises. It's a balanced class designed to incorporate both core muscle stabilization and water running to focus on heart strength. The use of hand buoys will be added to strengthen arms. Range of motion and stretching will enhance flexibility and relaxation. Exercising in water is a safe way to approach a fitness workout without body joint impact. It's an exciting and fun addition to your workout routine. Beginning, intermediate, and/or advanced Working out in the water is an enjoyable way to build fitness. students are all welcome! Instructor has 17 years' experience teaching aquatics, is certified by the Aquatic Exercise Association PRE AND POST NATAL WATER EXERCISE 18 yrs & up 4 days and holds a current CPR certificate.Swimsuit required. Must pre- If you're looking for a fitness routine that will help you stay healthy register for this class, no drop-ins. throughout your pregnancy and after, this is the class for you! Water exercise has the fat-burning, endurance-building aspects, without Santa Cruz High Pool Doris Jay the impact of land based exercise.The water also provides the 415 Walnut Ave $38.00(R)/$48.00(N) resistance required for strength building, with no stress on vulner- able joints.The benefits of water exercise are numerous, including #15415 Su 10:30 am - 11:30 am 06/17 - 07/08 improvement of strength and cardiovascular fitness, reduction of #15416 Su 10:30 am - 11:30 am 07/22 - 08/12 back pain, decreased edema, and lowered blood pressure.This class will serve the exercise needs of prenatal as well as post natal exercisers, and is also suitable for anyone with joint con- siderations, knee or hip replacements, arthritis; providing an impact-free, safe exercise environment in a 82-degree, heated pool. Flotation belts provided. Gloria Walker has taught pre and post natal water exercise for six years, and is certified with AEA (Aquatic Exercise Association), trained and certified through the Red Cross as a lifeguard, Advanced First Aid and CPR. No drop-ins.

Santa Cruz High Pool Gloria Walker 415 Walnut Ave $38.00(R)/$48.00(N)

#15417 Su 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 06/17 - 07/08 #15418 Su 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm 07/22 - 08/12

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FAMILY SEAFOOD FORAGING 2 FOR 1 SCUBA CERTIFICATION FOR SUSHI 6 yrs & up 2 days BY KAYAK 18 yrs & up 8 days Summer is a wonderful time for growth. Sea vegetables are especially Monterey Bay has some of the most wonderful aquatic wilder- prolific and delicious in this most delightful season. Tide pools in the nesses in the world. In this class, we will access some of the very summer are leafy crystal windows of color and texture. Our quest in best of Monterey Bay through the agile vehicle called the dive this class is to search for animals and plants to create a sushi meal kayak. The course will consist of six evening lecture sessions and of crunchy salads, succulent soups, and slivers of fresh seafood to two days in the open ocean on the last weekend. Participants are augment our rice rolls-yum! Sushi is best when the seafood is fresh required to attend an introductory meeting on July 31, 6:00 pm at and this offering will be the freshest. We will introduce poke poling Adventure Sports to review the program and responsibilities for to gather fish for food artistry of our sushi meal. The class will start minors who are taking the class without a guardian. PADI Open on Friday night where we will plan logistics. Sunday will be a day Water SCUBA certification will be issued at the completion of the of collecting and preparing our gourmet meal. Finishing touches course. All students are required to have their own mask, fins, for the feast will be assigned to the students. 6-17-year-olds must snorkel, boots, gloves and PADI teaching materials. To register for have an adult/guardian take the class with them. An ocean fishing this course, please call City of Santa Cruz Parks and Recreation license of $10.00 is required for collecting. at 831-420-5270 or register in person at 323 Church Street.

Adventure Sports Swimming Pool Judson & Staff Adventure Sports Swimming Pool Judson & Staff 303 Potrero St 15 6-17 yrs: $35.00(R)/$45.00(N) 303 Potrero St 15 $240.00(R)/$306.00(N) 18 yrs & up: $65.00(R)/$79.00(N)

#15646 F 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 08/03 #15707 Tu, Th 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 07/31 - 08/16 Su 7:00 am - 2:00 pm 08/05 Sa, Su 7:00 am - 5:00 pm 08/18 - 08/19

FULL MOON PADDLE FOR FAMILIES 5 yrs & up 1 day Join us for the experience of a lifetime as we watch the sun set and the moon rise over the Monterey Bay in Elkhorn Slough all while paddling double sea-kayaks. Our focus for this trip is to enjoy the sunset and the first light of the full moon as it shimmers on the water. We will return to the dock before darkness settles in. This slower- paced tour for families and children requires no previous kayaking experience. Children 15 years and under must be accompanied by an adult chaperone. Please bring a snack and water. A material fee of $20.00 is due to the instructor in class.

Elkhorn Slough Kayak Connection Staff 2370 Highway 1 5-17 yrs: $28.00(R)/$43.00(N) 18 yrs & up: $38.00(R)/$52.00(N)

#15516 Tu 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 07/03 #15517 Tu 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm 07/31

LAWN BOWLING 18 yrs & up 2 days It’s not a game; it’s a sport. Although lawn bowling is not your typical cardiovascular activity, bowlers, nonetheless walk a mile, more or less, during a match. The thought process in planning shots and preparation to roll each bowl, followed by the delivery, Thumbs up to the beauty of the water world. employs considerable low-impact physical and mental exercise. The American Heart Association has recommended lawn bowling as a positive aid in maintaining a healthy heart program. Located in San Lorenzo Park. All equipment is provided.

San Lorenzo Park Lawn Bowling Green Club Staff 137 Dakota St $25.00(R)/$35.00(N)

#15370 Sa - Su 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm 06/23 - 06/24 #15369 Sa - Su 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm 07/28 - 07/29

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INTRO TO STAND-UP PADDLING 12 yrs & up 1 day STAND-UP PADDLING FOR FITNESS Come discover the thrill of stand-up paddleboarding! SUP is the FOR WOMEN 14 yrs & up 2 days fastest growing water sport in the world because it's incredibly fun, This women's two-part class will focus on building core strength easy to learn, and a great workout. Classes are lead by Covewa- using stand-up paddling as the medium. Get outdoors this summer ter's friendly and experienced SUP instructors whose professional and explore the waters of Santa Cruz while working on balance instruction will have you loving the sport in no time. We'll provide and stamina, toning your legs, arms and abs. In the beginning, you with a stand-up paddleboard, paddle, and a wetsuit (if desired). students will learn how to handle a stand-up paddleboard, paddling We'll paddle the serene waters of the picturesque Santa Cruz techniques as well as turning and balancing skills. Throughout the Harbor amongst the harbor seals and sea otters. We'll work with course, we will be conducting our workouts with seals, otters and you on all the basics you need: stance, paddling technique, turning a fantastic view of the coastline. A material fee of $30.00 is due to and more. The class includes a Covewater T-shirt and we'll also the instructor in the first class. email pictures of you enjoying your time on the water. A material fee of $30.00 is due to the instructor in the first class. Visit http:// Kayak Connection Kayak Connection Staff covewatersup.com/parksandrec 413 Lake Ave $48.00(R)/$59.00(N)

Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor Covewater Paddle Surf Staff #15526 Th 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm 06/21 - 06/28 Dock FF $29.00(R)/$39.00(N) #15527 Th 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm 07/12 - 07/19 #15528 Su 9:00 am - 11:00 am 08/12 - 08/19 #15446 Sa 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 07/14 #15447 Su 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 07/29

STAND-UP PADDLING FOR FITNESS 14 yrs & up 2 days This two-part class will focus on building core strength using stand- up paddling as the medium. Get outdoors this summer and explore the waters of Santa Cruz while working on balance and stamina, toning your legs, arms and abs. In the beginning, students will learn how to handle a stand-up paddleboard, paddling techniques as well as turning and balancing skills. Throughout the course we will be conducting our workouts with seals, otters and a fantastic view of the coastline. A material fee of $30.00 is due to the instructor in the first class.

Kayak Connection Kayak Connection Staff 413 Lake Ave $48.00(R)/$59.00(N)

#15523 Sa 9:00 am - 11:00 am 06/23 - 06/30 #15524 Su 9:00 am - 11:00 am 07/15 - 07/22 #15525 Th 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm 08/02 - 08/09

Stand-up paddling is one of the fastest-growing types of water sports. It’s an ideal way to build balance and see fantastic views!

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38th ANNUAL City of Santa Cruz ROUGHWATER SWIM Main Beach Fire Department Saturday, July 28 11:00 a.m. Marine Safety This one-mile swim around the Santa Cruz Wharf attracts ocean Division swimmers from all over Northern California. The Roughwater Swim is co-sponsored by the Santa Cruz City Surf Lifesaving Association and sanctioned by United States Swimming and Pacific Masters Swim- ming. Entry forms and information available at www.pacificmasters. City Lifeguards are generally on duty over Spring Break, org, Lifeguard Headquarters on the Wharf or at the Parks and Rec- Spring weekends, daily from Memorial Day through Labor reation Office, 323 Church Street in Santa Cruz. Call 831-420-5270. Day, and Fall weekends through October. Service area is from Cowell Beach to the San Lorenzo River and throughout the City for aquatic emergencies. Hours may vary depending on local weather conditions.

MARINE RESCUE UNIT MEMBER $50/24-hour shift (Hourly wage for training and emergency response: $13.10 - $15.92. 5% EMT incentive pay available.) Applications are accepted year-round. This unit provides 24-hour response to ocean- related emergencies and res- cues throughout the year. Employees are required to live within a 5-minute response time to the Santa Cruz Municipal Wharf and have a strong aquatic background. Prior ocean lifeguarding experience is highly desirable. Applications are accepted year-round with positions filled as needed. Testing and training is generally conducted in the fall.

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LIFEGUARD HEADQUARTERS: #1 Municipal Wharf Ready, set, swim! PHONE: 831-420-6015 FAX: 831-420-6012 HOURS: 10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. (summer only) CLUB ED Surf School and Rentals on Cowell Beach is Service hours may vary depending on weather conditions. the fun zone! Lessons and rentals are available in surfing, stand-up paddleboarding, body boarding and ocean SANTA CRUZ FIRE ADMINISTRATION safety awareness. Club Ed also rents surfboards, stand-up 230 Walnut Avenue paddleboards, bodyboards, wetsuits, booties, hoods, beach Santa Cruz CA, 95060 chairs and umbrellas. Open year-round on the weekends PHONE: 831-420-5280 (weather permitting), summer and spring break every day from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Surf lessons and stand-up paddleboard lessons are available daily by appointment. COWELL BEACH ACCESS Please call CLUB ED at 831-464-0177 or visit the Club The City of Santa Cruz provides an accessibility ramp for persons Ed website at www.club-ed.com. with limited mobility, wheelchairs and strollers. The accessibility ramp is located on Cowell Beach between the Wharf and the Santa Cruz Dream Inn. The ramp allows access to the beach and ocean, and is installed in spring depending upon surf and beach conditions. A beach accessible chair for persons with limited mobility is available at Cowell Beach near Lifeguard Tower #1 during operating hours. No aides are provided. Chair may be used on a first-come, first-served basis daily from 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Memorial Day through Labor Day. ID required. The Boardwalk also provides an accessibility ramp which is located on the Main Beach adjacent to the casino. This ramp is available for use during the summer months.

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BASIC SAILING & SEAMANSHIP 18 yrs & up 2 days This two-day course will teach you the fundamentals of sailing and seamanship on the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. A total of 12 hours (two 6-hr. days) of hands-on instruction will provide you with the skills and confidence you need to safely skipper or crew a 27' to 30' tiller sailboat in light to moderate wind and sea conditions. The Basic Sailing and Seamanship course is the first two days of our 8-day, American Sailing Association Cer- tification program taught by USCG licensed Captains. Classes are for participants 18 years and older. Life jackets provided. Visit www.pacificsail.com.

Pacific Yachting - Dock FF Pacific Yachting & Sailing Staff Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor $190.00(R)/$245.00(N)

#15422 Sa - Su 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 06/23 - 06/24 #15421 Sa - Su 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 06/30 - 07/01 #15423 Sa - Su 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 07/07 - 07/08 #15424 Sa - Su 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 07/14 - 07/15 #15425 Sa - Su 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 07/21 - 07/22 #15426 Sa - Su 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 08/04 - 08/05 #15427 Sa - Su 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 08/11 - 08/12 #15428 Sa - Su 10:00 am - 4:00 pm 08/18 - 08/19

WOMEN’S BEGINNER SURFING CLINIC 13 yrs & up 2 days This is a two-day introduction-to-surfing clinic designed with the beginning woman surfer in mind. Each participant will learn about ocean awareness, surf breaks, ocean conditions, safety in and out of the water, surf etiquette, paddling, push-up and pop-up techniques as well as balancing. All students will start out in the shallow water riding the whitewash until they are comfortable with venturing further out. This class is taught by instructors from GirlsAdventureOut Surf School (www.adventureout.com). We provide a non-threatening environment for the beginning surfer. Come have fun learning how to surf and explore the wonders of surfing with our experienced team of instructors! Wetsuits and surfboards are provided. Class meets at Cowell's Beach by the Santa Cruz Wharf.

Cowell Beach Adventure Out Staff Gain the skills you need to become a new sailor. Beach St $175.00(R)/$223.00(N)

SURFING FOR BEGINNERS 10 yrs & up 2 days #15375 Sa - Su 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm 06/30 - 07/01 This class takes you through the basics of ocean safety, paddling, #15374 Sa - Su 7:00 am - 10:00 am 08/02 - 08/03 wave knowledge, riding and etiquette. The class is taught by instructors from the Richard Schmidt Surf School, Inc. All classes will meet at Cowell Beach Surf Shop. Surfboards are provided; wetsuits can be rented for $15.00 per class. Please call ahead with your height, weight and class number to reserve a suit if needed at 831-423-0928.

Cowell Beach Surf Shop Richard Schmidt Surf School Beach St $75.00(R)/$93.00(N)

#15437 M, W 9:00 am - 11:00 am 06/25 - 06/27

Many people say nothing is as wonderful as being out in the water trying to catch a wave.

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VOLLEYKIDZ BEACH CAMP 5 - 8 yrs 4 days VOLLEYBALL YOUTH BEACH 11 - 18 yrs 5 days/10 days Volleykidz is an introductory class for children K-2nd grade. The Class will focus on skills development for playing volleyball. Serv- lesson plan introduces the pass, set and spike using a very light ing, passing, setting and attacking will be emphasized as individual volleyball. Volleykidz will improve each child's hand-eye coordina- skills. Offense and defense strategies will be covered with the goal tion and left-right coordination through the use of fun drills and of playing doubles on the beach. Class will not stress conditioning gross motor skills games. Lesson plans also incorporate short but rather work on skills improvement. Team work, positive attitude, educational drills, including spelling, math and science. communication, and having fun will be important parts of the class.

Main Beach Volleyball Portable EVP Tour Staff Volleyball Courts 07-12 Mark Brewer Beach St $80.00(R)/$95.00(N) Beach St $140.00(R)/$175.00(N)

#15612 M - Th 8:00 am - 9:00 am 07/09 - 07/12 #15604 11-16 yrs M - F 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 06/11 - 06/22 #15605 11-16 yrs M - F 10:00 am - 2:00 pm 06/25 - 06/29 BEACH VOLLEYBALL CAMP EVP #15607 13-18 yrs M - F 10:00 am - 2:00 pm 07/30 - 08/03 TOUR STYLE 8 - 10 yrs 4 days It’s time to take your volleyball game to the beach. A camp hosted ADULT BEACH VOLLEYBALL 18 yrs & up 5 days by the EVP Tour features all the latest drills and training techniques Beach Volleyball is action-packed fun in the sun! Learn how to play that build your skills for the next level. Lots of contests and games on Main Beach from the instructor famous for making it fun and too, with fun and active instructors! The camp will concentrate on challenging. Each class is very active and emphasizes skill devel- the fundamentals of passing, setting, serving and spiking. You will opment, improvement and healthy, competitive play. A material fee learn to overhand serve and play organized games. The lesson of $2.00 is due to the instructor at the first class. The introduction plan directs individual training that helps each student reach a new class is for Beginning/Intermediate players and will focus on basic level. This four-day camp is for grades three through nine. Canceled skills development in passing, setting, hitting, serving, and defense. classes are made up on Friday. The Intermediate/Advanced class is for the serious player who has mastered basic skills and wants to participate in more advanced Volleyball Courts 04-05 EVP Tour Staff systems of play. Each class will introduce new and challenging Beach St $105.00(R)/$135.00(N) situations along with conditioning, rules, and competitive play. The Intermediate/Advanced class is not for inexperienced players. No #15614 M - Th 9:00 am - 10:30 am 07/09 - 07/12 class 7/3,7/4 and 7/5. #15615 M - Th 10:30 am - 12:30 pm 07/09 - 07/12 #15616 M - Th 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm 07/09 - 07/12 Volleyball Courts 10-15 Phil Kaplan Beach St $65.00(R)/$79.00(N) SPIKING 101 BEACH CAMP 11 - 13 yrs 4 days Spiking 101 Spring Camp is for players who wish to learn proper #15539 BEG Tu 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 06/12 - 07/17 arm swing, footwork, and development of jumping skills. Drills keep #15540 BEG Tu 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 07/24 - 08/21 the player focused on reach and power. The lesson plan directs #15541 INT/ADV W 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 06/13 - 07/18 the use of self-mastery training that helps each student reach a #15542 INT/ADV W 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 07/25 - 08/22 new level. Knowledgeable instructors will give the participants a #15543 INT/ADV Th 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 06/14 - 07/19 headstart on their skills in preparation for the next upcoming vol- #15544 INT/ADV Th 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm 07/26 - 08/23 leyball season. All students will receive a “Volleyball Pro” evaluation, a six-point test certificate. PHIL KAPLAN “No Attitudes Allowed” TOURNAMENTS Volleyball Courts 04-05 EVP Tour Staff As an extension of his classes, Phil offers monthly recreation Beach St $105.00(R)/$135.00(N) tournaments. Students enrolled in Volleyball – Adult Beach will have the opportunity to participate. Contact Phil by email #15620 M - Th 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm 07/09 - 07/12 at [email protected].

YOUTH BEACH DOUBLES 13 - 18 yrs 5 days 2012 Tournament Dates This class is for players that are serious about playing doubles on Saturday, March 24 the beach with the intent of competing in tournaments. Sign up Saturday, April 14 with a partner that you will work with for the entire week. Boys and Saturday, May 12 girls will play separately as much as possible. The class will cover Saturday, June 16 the essentials of the doubles game and work on the serve, pass, Saturday, July 14 set, attack and block. Saturday, August 11 Saturday, September 15 Volleyball Court 07-12 Mark Brewer Saturday, October 6 Beach St $140.00(R)/$176.00(N) Saturday, November 3

#15777 M - F 10:00 am - 2:00 pm 07/09 - 07/11

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Tennis

TENNIS – BEGINNING CHILDREN 4 - 17 yrs 4 days Come join the fun and learn in a supportive environment. No ex- Cal Honda is a USTA 4.0 ranked player who has over six perience required. Instruction includes forehand, backhand, volley years of experience in recreation and 15 years of teaching and serve. A $5.00 material fee is due to the instructor in the first experience. Cal has been playing tennis for over 25 years and class. brings his enthusiasm, positive attitude, and encouragement to class. Cal offers beginning, intermediate, and specialty Santa Cruz High Tennis Courts Cal Honda tennis classes for all ages. Come out and have some fun in 415 Walnut Ave $67.00(R)/$81.00(N) the sun this summer learning and improving your tennis skills! #15745 4-6 yrs M, W 9:00 am - 10:00 am 06/18 - 06/27 #15746 7-12 yrs M, W 10:00 am - 11:00 am 06/18 - 06/27 TENNIS – BEGINNING ADULT 18 yrs & up 2 days #15747 13-17 yrs M, W 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 06/18 - 06/27 For those with no prior instruction or little playing experience. In- #15748 4-6 yrs M, W 9:00 am - 10:00 am 07/09 - 07/18 termediate players also welcome. Instruction will include the #15749 7-12 yrs M, W 10:00 am - 11:00 am 07/09 - 07/18 forehand, backhand, serve, volley, and court etiquette. Come join #15750 13-17 yrs M, W 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 07/09 - 07/18 the fun and learn tennis in a supportive and friendly learning envi- #15751 4-6 yrs M, W 9:00 am - 10:00 am 07/23 - 08/01 ronment. Please bring a racket to class. A $5.00 material fee is due #15752 7-12 yrs M, W 10:00 am - 11:00 am 07/23 - 08/01 to the instructor in the first class. #15753 13-17 yrs M, W 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 07/23 - 08/01 #15754 4-6 yrs M, W 9:00 am - 10:00 am 08/13 - 08/22 Santa Cruz High Tennis Courts Cal Honda #15755 7-12 yrs M, W 10:00 am - 11:00 am 08/13 - 08/22 415 Walnut Ave $67.00(R)/$81.00(N) #15756 13-17 yrs M, W 11:00 am - 12:00 pm 08/13 - 08/22

#15765 Sa 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 06/16 - 06/23 TENNIS – INTERMEDIATE/ #15766 Sa 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 07/07 - 07/14 ADVANCED CHILDREN 7 - 17 yrs 2 days #15767 Su 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 07/22 - 07/29 For those with previous instruction and playing experience. Instruc- #15768 Su 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm 08/12 - 08/19 tion will be similar to the beginner's class plus return of service, volley tactics, offensive and defensive lobs, and the overhead TENNIS – ADULT smash. This is the perfect class for the player who wishes to polish ADVANCED/INTERMEDIATE 18 yrs & up 2 days rusty skills while learning new ones. Drills and doubles play will For those with previous instruction and playing experience. Instruc- make you a more effective player by adding more options to your tion will be similar to the beginner’s class plus return of service, game. A $5.00 material fee is due to the instructor in the first volley tactics, offensive and defensive lobs, and the overhead class. smash. This is the perfect class for the player who wishes to polish up rusty skills while learning new ones. Drills and doubles play will Santa Cruz High Tennis Courts Cal Honda make you a more effective player by adding more options to your 415 Walnut Ave $67.00(R)/$81.00(N) game. A $5.00 material fee is due to the instructor in the first class. #15757 7-12 yrs Tu 9:00 am - 11:00 am 06/19 - 06/26 #15758 13-17 yrs Tu 11:00 am - 1:00 pm 06/19 - 06/26 Santa Cruz High Tennis Courts Cal Honda #15759 7-12 yrs Tu 9:00 am - 11:00 am 07/10 - 07/17 415 Walnut Ave $67.00(R)/$81.00(N) #15760 13-17 yrs Tu 11:00 am - 1:00 pm 07/10 - 07/17 #15761 7-12 yrs Tu 9:00 am - 11:00 am 07/24 - 07/31 #15769 Sa 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm 06/16 - 06/23 #15762 13-17 yrs Tu 11:00 am - 1:00 pm 07/24 - 07/31 #15770 Sa 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm 07/07 - 07/14 #15763 7-12 yrs Tu 9:00 am - 11:00 am 08/14 - 08/21 #15771 Su 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm 07/22 - 07/29 #15764 13-17 yrs Tu 11:00 am - 1:00 pm 08/14 - 08/21 #15772 Su 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm 08/12 - 08/19 TENNIS SUMMER CAMP 7 yrs - adults 5 days This five-session summer tennis camp will meet for two hours daily for intensive instruction and training, offering the serious ten- PRIVATE & sEMI-PRIVATE nis player a challenging yet fun way to train in all areas of the game. Tennis LESSONS 7 yrs & up 1 hr Limited to only eight intermediate to advanced players. Register Private and semi-private tennis lessons are made by arrange- now to secure a spot. A $5.00 material fee is due to the instructor ment with the City of Santa Cruz tennis instructor, Cal Honda. Lessons are on an hourly rate. Lessons are conducted at in the first class. various City of Santa Cruz tennis courts. Call 831-420-5270 for Cal Honda's contact information. Santa Cruz High Tennis Courts Cal Honda 415 Walnut Ave $152.00(R)/$192.00(N) 1-2 students: $65.00 3 students: $66.00; 4 students: $68.00 #15742 7-12 yrs M - F 9:00 am - 11:00 am 08/06 - 08/10 #15743 13-17 yrs M - F 11:00 am - 1:00 pm 08/06 - 08/10 #15744 18 yrs & up M - F 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm 08/06 - 08/10

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CITY SPORTS LEAGUES FOR ADULTS League fees subject to change. League Availability - The City of Santa Cruz Parks and Recreation Department offers a variety of adult sports leagues. The registration procedure is quick SUMMER 2012 and easy! You may print the roster and league information from the Early Bird Reg. Play Begins Parks and Recreation website at www.cityofsantacruz.com. Return Leagues Discount Fee Week of the manager’s card, signed roster/waiver, proofs of residency and Early Bird Discount 5/1/12. Registration 5/1 - 5/10/12 the registration fee. Returning teams must have 55% of last year’s roster to receive first day priority. Basketball - Men’s $420 $460 06/17/12 Basketball - Women’s $420 $460 06/17/12 Soccer - Women’s $420 $460 06/17/12 INTERESTED IN BECOMING A SPORTS OFFICIAL? The sports division is hiring enthusiastic and knowledgeable Early Bird Discount 5/15/12. Registration 5/15 - 5/31/12 sports officials for softball, basketball and soccer. Flexible Softball - Men’s Slow $510 $570 06/18/12 schedules available. Officials needed year-round. Earn from $16.50 - $27 per game (depending on the sport). For more Softball - Women’s Slow $510 $570 06/18/12 information on joining the City of Santa Cruz sports official Softball - Men’s Fast $525 $585 06/18/12 team, call 831-420-5267. Softball - CoRec Slow $425 $485 06/18/12 FALL 2012 Early Bird Play Reg. INTERESTED IN DISC GOLF OR ARCHERY? Leagues Discount Begins Fee For more information visit the DeLaveaga Disc Golf Course 8/14/12 Week of website at www.delaveagadiscgolf.com or the Santa Cruz Registration 8/14 - 8/23/12 (8/30/12 for softball) Archers website at www.delaveagadiscgolf.com. Softball - Men’s Slow $510 $570 09/24/12 Softball - Women’s Slow $510 $570 09/24/12 Softball - CoRec Slow $425 $485 09/24/12 Basketball - Men’s $420 $460 09/11/12 Basketball - Women’s $420 $460 09/11/12 Soccer - Women’s $420 $460 09/11/12 WINTER 2013 Early Bird Play Reg. Leagues Discount Begins Fee 11/13/12 Week of Registration 11/13 - 11/29/12 Soccer - Women’s $420 $460 01/06/13 SPRING 2013 Early Bird Reg. Play Begins Leagues Discount Fee Week of Early Bird Discount 2/12/13. Registration 2/12 - 2/21/13 Softball - Men’s Slow $510 $570 03/17/13 Softball - Women’s Slow $510 $570 03/17/13 Softball - CoRec Slow $425 $485 03/17/13 Early Bird Discount 1/15/13. Registration 1/15 - 1/24/13 Basketball - Men’s $420 $460 02/10/13 Basketball - Women’s $420 $460 02/10/13 Polish rusty skills or learn new ones by joining an adult sports league.

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GOLF BEGINNING – ADULT 18 yrs & up 4 days This introductory golf class is perfect for those who are interested For more sports camps and classes for kids, please in an overview of the game. Classes will cover driving, chipping, see pages 8-9. For Jr. Guard programs see pages 10-11. putting, and basic rules and etiquette. Clubs are provided by the instructor. Participants will have time on the putting green and driving range. A $4.00 material fee is due each class for reduced price range balls.

DeLaveaga Golf Course Driving Range DeLa Golf Instructor Upper Park Rd $80.00(R)/$98.00(N)

#15692 M 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm 06/04 - 06/25 #15693 Tu 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm 06/05 - 06/26 #15694 M 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm 07/09 - 07/30 #15695 Tu 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm 07/10 - 07/31 #15696 M 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm 08/06 - 08/27 #15697 Tu 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm 08/07 - 08/28 #15783 M 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm 09/10 - 10/01 #15784 Tu 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm 09/11 - 10/02

GOLF INTERMEDIATE – ADULT 18 yrs & up 4 days For those with a minimum of one full year of experience playing golf, or that have graduated from the Beginning Golf class. Class- es will take place at the driving range and at the practice green. Classes at the range will cover pre-shot routine, aiming and align- Practice games and instruction will fine tune your volleyball skills. ment, ball position, ball flight laws, equipment and technology. Classes at the practice green will include short game techniques for putting, chipping and pitching. VOLLEYBALL – YOUTH INDOOR 10 - 18 yrs 5 days Two weeks of high-level instruction for youth volleyball players this DeLaveaga Golf Course Driving Range DeLa Golf Instructor summer. The camp is intended for players who wish to learn and Upper Park Rd $92.00(R)/$115.00(N) develop their volleyball skills. The early camp caters to beginning and intermediate players and the later camp toward intermediate #15698 W 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm 06/06 - 06/27 and advanced players. Court shoes are required. #15699 Th 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm 06/07 - 06/28 #15700 W 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm 07/11 - 08/01 Santa Cruz High Gym Mark Brewer #15701 Th 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm 07/12 - 08/02 415 Walnut Ave $65.00(R)/$80.00(N) #15702 W 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm 08/08 - 08/29 #15703 Th 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm 08/09 - 08/30 #15668 10-15 yrs M - F 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm 06/18 - 06/22 #15785 W 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm 09/12 - 10/03 #15669 13-18 yrs M - F 2:30 pm - 4:00 pm 06/18 - 06/22 #15786 Th 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm 09/13 - 10/04 GIRLS VOLLEYBALL – HIGH SCHOOL TUNE UP 13 - 18 yrs 5 days This camp is intended to get the high school girl volleyball player ready for the upcoming season with drills and instruction designed to shake off the rust from your game.

Santa Cruz High Gym Mark Brewer 415 Walnut Ave $140.00(R)/$176.00(N)

#15667 M - F 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm 07/30 - 08/03

VOLLEYBALL CAMP – ADULT 18 yrs & up 5 days Learn and develop your indoor volleyball skills. Drills, instruction and practice games will be part of this week-long camp.

Santa Cruz High Gym Mark Brewer 415 Walnut Ave $110.00(R)/$137.00(N)

#15735 M - F 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm 06/25 - 06/29 Driving, chipping, putting and more golf terminology will become clear in golf for beginners.

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OMEGA NU’S 22ND ANNUAL DUCKY DERBY & CARNIVAL Omega Nu, in cooperation with the City of Santa Cruz Parks and Recreation Department, will hold its 22nd Annual Ducky Derby and Carnival in Friendship Gardens at Harvey West Park on Saturday, April 28, from 10:30 am to 3:30 pm. Admission is FREE. There are lots of carnival games, prizes, food and entertainment for the whole family.

The event will be a fun-filled day of activities for children and adults, with exciting duck races held throughout the day. The highlight of the festivities will be the racing of over 10,000 rubber ducks in several races down a 75-yard specially created waterway and the day will end with the announcement of the many winners. There are more than 100 fabulous prizes to be won including trips, savings bonds and gift certificates from many local businesses. The Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center will be an exciting stop for tourist and locals. You can “adopt” your rubber ducks by calling 831-479-4070 or picking up “adoption” forms at the Parks and Recreation Office, 323 Church Street. Ducks can be adopted throughout the day on April 28th at a booth located in the carnival area of Harvey West Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Park for as long as the ducks are available. The ducks race rain or Exploration Center shine. For more information visit www.duckyderbysantacruz.com. OPENING THIS SUMMER! The Monterey Bay Sanctuary Exploration Center encour- JAPANESE CULTURAL FAIR ages visitors to examine our remarkably productive marine Mission Plaza environment, the issues impacting the ocean and their per- Saturday, June 16, 2012 sonal roles in protecting one of our nation’s ocean treasures. 11:00 am - 6:00 pm The Center will have a variety of exhibits, a state of-the-art Mission Plaza overflows with the celebration of Japanese music, classroom, views of the ocean, administrative offices and a traditional dance, food and crafts at this popular annual festival. small theater, which will complement other visitor centers in Powerful drummers, the San Francisco Taiko Dojo, thrill the au- the area. The opening is slated for the summer of 2012 and dience, along with storytellers, martial arts demonstrations and the Center will be free to the public. healing arts vendors. Sushi, noodles and green tea ice cream are always favorites. Call Chieko Yoshikawa, 831-462-4589. FREE!

WOODIES ON THE WHARF ENTER A TEAM IN THE Santa Cruz Wharf ALOHA CELEBRITY RACES! These short-course Saturday, June 23, 2012 outrigger races set for Sunday, August 26 10:00 am - 4:00 pm at the Santa Cruz Wharf are The scenic Santa Cruz Wharf is the designed especially for new or perfect setting for a celebration of the novice paddlers. You provide surf spirit and classic surf wagons. four people and we will provide More than 175 pre-1950's “wood- a stroker, steersperson, canoe ies” line the wharf. Music, T-shirts, and instruction to start you memorabilia and prize drawings will racing. The $100.00 entry fee add to the fun. Presented by the Santa ($120.00 after August 1) includes Cruz Woodies. Co-sponsored by 4 T-shirts. 1st through 3rd place teams will receive awards. Pro- KPIG 107.5 FM, Santa Cruz Weekly, ceeds benefit the Pu Pu O'Hawaii Outrigger Canoe Club. Entry the Wharf Association and the City forms are available in the Parks and Recreation Office, 323 Church of Santa Cruz. Free bike valet. Visit Street. Applications for booth space at the Polynesian Festival are www.santacruzwharf.com or call also available for vendors, exhibitors, Polynesian cultural groups 831-420-5273. FREE! and ocean-related organizations. Check out the wharf website at www.santacruzwharf.com or call 831-420-5273.

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July is Parks and Recreation Month

FREE MOVIES ON THE BEACH oin us in celebrating National Parks and Recreation July 11, 18, 25; August 1, 8, 15 Month by participating in these FREE public events Wednesdays, 9:00 pm showcasing our diverse parks and recreation pro- Main Beach, by the Boardwalk grams and facilities. There’s nothing quite like watching a classic movie on the beach with the world-famous Giant Dipper Rollercoaster lights twinkling Activities are first-come, first-served. Space is overhead and the smell of Kettle corn, hot dogs, and salt water limited. See descriptions below for details or taffy filling the air! Bring the family and your blanket or low back Jvisit www.santacruzparksandrec.com. chair and join us for the fun! Visit beachboardwalk.com/movies for movie schedule. FREE!

TEEN GLOW IN THE DARK BEACH VOLLEYBALL STAND-UP PADDLE CLINIC July 13, Friday, 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm WITH CLUB ED SURF SCHOOL Main Beach Volleyball Courts July 1, Sunday, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Show up for glow-in-the-dark volleyball with music and fun under Cowell Beach the stars on the beach. Teen Center staff will be on hand to or- Come join us and check out Stand-Up Paddling (aka SUP). It’s ganize games and officiate. Glow-in-the-dark net and volleyballs great exercise, a new way of enjoying the water, and too much will be provided. Glow necklaces or bracelets for all players. Call fun not to try! This clinic will introduce you to SUP fundamentals, 831-420-5337. FREE! etiquette, equipment design, function, safety, maneuvering and proper paddling techniques for kids 10 years old and up. Adults DOWNTOWN TREE WALK are welcome too! Bring bathing suits, wetsuits, and give it a go! July 14, Saturday Meet at the blue Club Ed beach trailer, on Cowell Beach on the Downtown Santa Cruz right side of the Santa Cruz Wharf. Please email or call to reserve Meet at City Hall Courtyard at 9:00 am your spot, [email protected] or 831-464-0177. Also lessons See Santa Cruz’s most unique and grandest trees on a tour with the and rentals available daily. Check out our website at www.club-ed. City’s urban forester, Leslie Keedy. No reservations required. FREE! com for class schedules and reservations. FREE! WACKY WATER FUN IN LAUREL PARK FREE DRY LAND LEARN TO SURF CLINIC July 21, Saturday, 1:00 - 3:00 pm WITH CLUB ED SURF SCHOOL Louden Nelson Community Center - Laurel Park July 6, Friday, 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Bring the family for a fun day of water games in Laurel Park. Sum- Cowell Beach mer camp leaders will have kids slipping and sliding, water balloon Come join us and learn the basics of surfing and more. This Dry tossing and splashing in the summer sun. Kids should wear swim Land Learn to Surf Clinic will introduce surfing fundamentals, eti- suits and bring towels and sunscreen. FREE! quette, equipment design, function, safety, maneuvering and proper stand-up techniques. All ages welcome. Adults are welcome too! DOGGIE FUN AT PACHECO OFF-LEASH DOG AREA Meet at the blue Club Ed beach trailer on Cowell Beach on the July 25, Wednesday, 8:00 am - 10:00 am right side of the Santa Cruz Wharf. Please email or call to reserve Pacheco Ave and Prospect Heights your spot to [email protected] or 831-464-0177. Also lessons The City of Santa Cruz has five off-leash dog areas! Bring your pooch and rentals available daily. Visit our website at www.club-ed.com to one of our favorites, Pacheco Avenue, for a morning of fun! We for class schedules and reservations. FREE! will have games, treats and giveaways for your four-legged family member. Free information will be provided on dog park etiquette, GAME DAY canine tips for good health and a dog trivia challenge presented by July 7, Saturday, 1:00 pm - 9:00 pm our Parks and Recreation staff and our friends at the Santa Cruz Louden Nelson Community Center - 301 Center St SPCA. This off-leash area is completely fenced and open sunrise If you’re a gamer, this is the event for you! Players can bring games to sunset daily. FREE! of their own or join a game group. Groups that are accepting players are designated by a brightly colored cone. This event happens the PICKLE BALL INTRODUCTION first Saturday of each month. FREE! July 27, Friday, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Louden Nelson Community Center, 301 Center St Other FREE game events at Louden Nelson: Check out the sport that is sweeping the south! Pickle Ball is a Senior Ping Pong - Mon, Wed & Fri, 9:30 - 11:30 am combination of tennis, badminton and ping – pong. It is less strenuous than tennis, but just as much fun! This is a great way to get some exercise, and most of all have a great time! Learn the game, then come down each Friday at 10:00 am to play with our regular Pickle Ball group. FREE!

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50th Anniversary Season!

of contemporary music 50th anniversary season july 28–august 12 2012 santa cruz civic auditorium mission san juan bautista multimedia production adds an extra weekend! 307 Church Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 HiDDen WorLD of GirLs: stories for orcHestra www.santacruzcivic.com 831-420-5240

The Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium is celebrating over 70 years of npr's outstanding contributions to cultural and civic life in Santa Cruz. kitcHen.sisters karpman Dedicated in 1940, the Civic Auditorium has something for everyone: hosting meetings, expos, private parties and concerts.

From the H.H. Dalai Lama to Bob Dylan, it's happening at the Civic! MARIN ALSOP kroLL- rosenbaum assaD Du.bois The Civic could host your special event. Reserve as much space music director/conductor as you want; one conference room for an hour or the entire audi- join our mailing list today! torium for a week. Call 831-420-5240 to make a reservation today! cabrillomusic.org Please note: Due to cost-saving meaures, the Civic Auditorium is “The nation’s pre-eminent event celebrating closed on Mondays except for operational needs. living composers and new works.” –Rich Scheinin, San Jose Mercury News Civic Box Office: CABRILLO MUSIC, ART & WINE FESTIVAL SantaCruzTickets.com 831-420-5260 Attention Artists & Craftspeople! Saturday, August 4 - Sunday, August 5, 2012 Get your tickets for events at the Civic and other Applications for booth space available April 17th! local events at SantaCruzTickets.com. Join one of Santa Cruz’s largest and most popular outdoor festivals. Artists throughout the state participate. Last year’s In a unique collaboration, the City of Santa Cruz and UC estimated attendance was over 14,000. Take advantage of the Santa Cruz have created a joint ticketing system to sell tickets festival’s reputation for excellence to showcase and sell your for events taking place at the Civic Auditorium, on campus, art. For more information, or to have an application mailed to and throughout the community. you, call the Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium at 831-420-5262.

Santa Cruz Tickets is designed as a comprehensive community ticket office from which patrons can buy tickets to most local performances and events through one source, either online at www.santacruztickets.com or in person at the City’s Civic Auditorium Box Office, or the UCSC Ticket Office.

Tickets available through Santa Cruz Tickets include all performances of the Cabrillo Festival of Contemporary Music, Santa Cruz County Symphony, Shakespeare Santa Cruz, UCSC Theatre Arts & Music events, and all Civic events.

Visit SantaCruzTickets.com to see a list of events on sale now, or visit the Civic Box Office at 307 Church Street. Hours are Tuesday - Friday, 11:00 am - 6:00 pm and Saturday, The Cabrillo Music, Art and Wine Festival, August 4-5. 10:00 am - 1:30 pm. Phone 831-420-5260.

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Saturday, June 16, 2012: Dancenter Showcase. Many styles Upcoming Events of dance will be presented including ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, and Tickets are available at the Civic Box Office, SantaCruzTickets. belly dance. Three showcases: 12:00 pm with performers ages 3 - 7; com or by calling 831-420-5260. All prices include service charge. dancers ages 8 and above at 3:00 pm; and main show at 7:00 pm features teen and adult dancers. Call 831-475-5032 or visit www. Sunday, April 22, 2012, 8:00 pm: The Shins. SOLD OUT! An dancenterinfo.com. FREE. Indie pop group from Albuquerque, NM, The Shins began in 1997 as the side project of singer/songwriter and guitarist James Mercer. Saturday, June 23, 2012: Primus. Primus brings the Green They will release a fourth album, Port of Morrow on March 20th. Naugahyde Show to the Santa Cruz Civic on Saturday, June 23. Visit www.goldenvoice.com for more information. With Fishbone as the special guest, there promises to be something for everyone. Tickets are$48 Adv/$50.50 Day of Show. Visit www.goldenvoice.com for more information. Saturday and Sunday, April 28 & 29, 2012: Santa Cruz Mineral and Gem Show. This 60th annual show features a variety of jewels, jade and ancient fossils. Activities for children of all ages include a fluorescent mineral room, and many other activities. Doors open at 10 am. Admission is $4. Children under 12 are free when accompanied by an adult as well as Scouts in uniform. Please visit www.scmgs.org for more information.

Thursday, May 3, 2012, 7:30 pm: Bassnectar. SOLD OUT! By combining sound and force with weight, the Bassnectar experience engulfs the senses. Spanning the spectrum of sonic style, the music covers every genre imaginable and smashes it all into a synthesis of intense, wobbling basslines and hypnotic soundscapes. Tickets for this General Admission event are $41 Adv/$44.50 Day of Show. Visit www.goldenvoice.com for more information.

Saturday, May 12, 2012, 8:00 pm: Santa Cruz County Symphony

Concert 5: Poetic Songs. Featuring the Cabrillo Symphonic (c) 2011 nocklebeast Chorus. Following the brilliant Maskarade: Overture by Danish The Santa Cruz Derby Girls are ready and rolling out to hit the composer, Carl Nielsen, the chorus and orchestra perform Felix track for another jam-packed season! Mendelssohn’s extraordinarily beautiful Psalm 42. The concert concludes with Vaughan Williams’ Dona Nobis Pacem, which SANTA CRUZ DERBY GIRLS 2012 SEASON features the dramatic and timely poetry of Walt Whitman.Ticket The Derby Girls are back for another season of hard-hitting, prices range from $20 - $65. Discounts available to seniors 65+ full-contact, flat-track roller derby action! Buy your tickets and students with valid ID. Visit www.santacruzsymphony.org or early for our monthly home bouts at the Santa Cruz Civic call the symphony office at 831-462-0553. Auditorium. All bouts on Saturdays at 6:30 pm.

March 17: Bout 2 April 21: Bout 3 May 19: Bout 4 June 9: Bout 5 July 21: Bout 6 August 25: Bout 7 October 27: Bout 8

Tickets can be purchased at SantaCruzTickets.com, the Civic Box Office or by calling 831-420-5260. For more information, please visit www.santacruzderbygirls.org.

Dina Scoppettone Our apologies to Derek P. Opdyke for misspelling his name on The White Album Ensemble and the Santa Cruz County Symphony. past Derby Girl photo credits. Visit www.dpophotography.com! Saturday, June 2, 2012, 8:00 pm: Santa Cruz County Sym- phony with White Album Ensemble. The always popular White Album Ensemble and the Santa Cruz County Symphony perform There’s a new look and their annual collaborative concert featuring your favorite Beatles feel to your community music. Tickets and other details TBA. For more information, please box office. Check out visit www.santacruzsymphony.org or call the symphony office at 831-462-0553. SantaCruzTickets.com.

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301 Center St. Santa Cruz, CA 95060 Upcoming Events 831-420-6177 Open 9:00 am – 9:30 pm, Monday – Saturday www.nelsoncenter.com Like Us on Facebook!

The Louden Nelson Community Center provides a wide selection of classrooms including dance rooms, multi- use room with kitchen and theater auditorium for classes, meetings and events. We are home to Downtown Se- niors, Senior Lunch, the Senior Computer Center, LNCC Community School and the Teen Center. Theater Events All About Theatre Presents JUNETEENTH CELEBRATION IN LAUREL PARK Mulan - April 27- 29 Saturday, June 16, Noon - 5:00 pm. FREE. Beauty and the Beast - May 4 - 12 Join us for delicious soul food, craft booths, kids activi- Legally Blonde the Musical - May 25 - June 9 ties, amazing music and moving speakers. A long-held tradition among African Americans, Juneteenth is a spe- Parks and Recreation’s Children’s Theater presents cial day for anyone who believes in freedom and equality Charlie and the Chocolate Factory for all people. FREE! June 29 - 7:00 pm & June 30 - 2:00 pm NEW Juneteenth Activities: Santa Cruz Fringe Festival Community Mural Project – Artists from the Cultural July 13 - July 21 Council of Santa Cruz will assist in creating a Juneteenth mural, during the event. All About Theatre Tots, Youth & Teen Summer Shows July 6 - September 2 Basketball Skills Contest – Parks and Recreation staff will lead kids and adults in fun, basketball skills-oriented games. More info about the contests at www.nelsoncenter.com. Art Gallery The Art Gallery hosts art exhibits featuring works by local WACKY WATER FUN IN LAUREL PARK artists. Applications available at www.nelsoncenter.com Saturday, July 21, 1:00 - 3:00 pm. or call 831-420-6183. Bring the family for a fun day of water games in Laurel Park. Summer camp leaders will have kids slipping and May: Nana Montgomery - Quilts sliding, water balloon tossing and splashing in the sum- June: Juneteenth Exhibit mer sun. Kids should wear swim suits and bring towels July: Diane Rejman - Photography and sunscreen. FREE! August: Parks and Recreation employees Page 42 – City of Santa Cruz Parks and Recreation Visit our Parks and Recreation website at www.santacruzparksandrec.com

Downtown Seniors

CREATIVE WRITING FOR FUN BOOMER QI-GONG Mondays 1:00 - 2:30 pm Wednesdays, 1:30 - 2:30 pm (45 years and up) Learn how to make creative writing easy and enjoyable in Wang Ji Wu’s Sixteen Exercises for Health and Strength this friendly and supportive class. Stories, poetry, journal- Training is a qigong set which enhances the circulatory ing, memoirs. Taught by Joyce Keller. system as well as the body’s joints, tendons, muscles Suggested Donation: and ligaments as they are moved through their full range City Residents $4.00 Non-City Residents $4.25 of motion. Participants will find it beneficial in its simplic- ity and will appreciate its profound generation of energy. EXERCISE CLASS Well-suited for all. Taught by Gene Ervin. Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 11:00 - 11:30 am Suggested Donation: Ongoing gentle exercise perfect for older adults wanting City Residents $2.00 Non-City Residents $2.25 to increase circulation and flexibility. Suggested Donation: QI-GONG City Residents $1.00 Non-City Residents $1.25 Tuesdays, 10:00 am - 11:00 am Learn to coordinate breathing patterns with physical GENTLE YOGA postures and motions for improved well-being. A perfect Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays 10:00 - 11:30 am complement to Tuesday T'ai Chi. Class led by Bonnie Gentle stretching and breathing relax the body and build Eskie. strength. The newly added Friday class (45 and up) is Suggested Donation: designed for the student who wants a bit more challenge. City Residents $2.00 Non-City Residents $2.25 Inspired by Gail Lewis. Taught by Tara Gasta and Lyona Thibault. BOOK CLUB Suggested Donation: First Tuesday of the Month, 10:30 - 11:30 am City Residents $5.00 Non-City Residents $5.50 Meet for an hour (or so) to discuss current book selections and future books. Led by Irma Andrews. FREE! LINE DANCING Tuesdays & Thursdays 9:30 - 11:30 am SENIOR MASSAGE BY TWIN LAKES COLLEGE Beginner Wednesdays, 9:30 - 10:30 am Tuesdays by appointment, 1:30 or 2:30 pm This ongoing class is fun and good exercise. No partner Spring Quarter: May 1 - June 19 needed! Taught by Judy Zwerling and Judi Cobb. Under professional supervision, beginning students prac- Suggested Donation: tice what they are learning in massage school. Massage City Residents $2.00 Non-City Residents $2.25 is conducted in a one-room setting. Pre-registration is required. Appointments will be taken INTRODUCTION TO T'AI CHI AND CHIKUNG beginning Tuesday, April 24. Tuesdays, 11:00 am - Noon Call 831-420-6180. Suggested donation is $10-15. T'ai Chi is an ancient Chinese exercise system benefiting the internal organs and joints. Taught by Dale Strawhack- Activities on this page are for ages 55 and up unless other- er, with nearly 20 years of experience. Suggested Donation: wise noted. See page 25 for self-defense for senior women. City Residents $2.00 Non-City Residents $2.25 Boomers, see pages 26-29 for even more fitness classes.

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BBQ AND GAME DAY, SAN JOSE GIANTS Summer Trips San Jose Municipal Stadium #15790 subsidized by the Margaret Nielson Trust Thursday, August 2, 2012 AG VENTURE TOUR AND NATIONAL STEINBECK 10:00 am - 5:00 pm CENTER - Salinas #15789 Enjoy a fun filled day watching Minor League Baseball behind home plate! Thursday, July 12, 2012 Before the game you will be treated to the World Famous 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Mike’s BBQ. You can choose from a large selection of This trip was voted the “sleeper hit” of 2009 by the lucky mouth-watering grilled chicken, Ribs, Tri Tip, four variet- participants who came along on the adventure. ies of sausage and veggie burgers. Choices of side dish- The day will begin with a self-guided tour of the National es are also available. Then enjoy the hometown feel of Steinbeck Center which brings to life the world and work Minor League baseball as the 6-time league champion of John Steinbeck and the agricultural stories of the Sa- Giants take on the Bakersfield Blaze in this mid-season linas Valley. game. Past S.J. Giants alumni include Buster Posey, Tim On the coach at noon, our step-on guide, Evan Oakes Lincecum, Reggie Jackson, Ricky Henderson and Don from Ag Venture Tours, will join us and we’ll begin our Drysdale. You may even have an opportunity to collect an Agricultural Education Tour. autograph of an up-and-coming player. Our first stop will be the Blackstone Winery for a bar- Place your lunch order in the comfort of the chartered bus becue lunch catered by the Gonzales Young Farmers on your way to the game. Pricing includes: transportation, followed by a brief winery tour and tasting. All proceeds lunch and tickets to the game. from the lunch will go to support the local Future Farm- ers of America organization. Our Ag Education Driving COST: $ 56.00 Resident Tour will continue and we learn why Salinas is described $ 25.00 Senior Resident as the “Salad Bowl of the World” as we make our way $ 72.00 Non-Resident through the valley’s fields. The final stop will be a visit to $ 56.00 Senior Non-Resident The Farm. There you’ll have the opportunity to learn about organic farming, enjoy an optional tractor ride around the LUNCH AT THE CARNATION CAFÉ farm, see the Giant Farmers sculptures by muralist John A delicious lunch is served Monday-Friday at noon in Cerney and shop at The Farm’s produce stand. the dining room to persons 60 years and up. Advance reservations are recommended. Transportation is avail- COST: $ 84.00 Resident able. Call 831-427-0901 one day ahead by 1:00 pm. $ 57.00 Senior Resident Suggested donation of $2.50. $ 110.00 Non-Resident $ 84.00 Senior Non-Resident INFORMATION & REFERRAL A Senior Network Services counselor is available every third Tuesday, 11:30 a.m. - noon to answer questions on senior services. No appointment necessary. FREE! REGISTRATION FOR TRIPS STARTS APRIL 16 See page 2 for registration information and instruc- FREE BLOOD PRESSURE CHECKS-Thursdays tions. Call 831-420-5270 for registration information. New day! Begining June 14, blood pressure checks are Call 831-420-6180 for trip informaton. Bus trips provided on the second and fourth Thursday of each leave from and return to Louden Nelson Community month from 10:30 am - noon. No appointment is neces- Center, 301 Center Street. Please arrive 15 minutes sary. (Until June 14, clinics will be held on the second before scheduled departure time. Participants must and fourth Wednesday) FREE! be at least 18 years of age or be accompanied by a parent or guardian. HEALTH INSURANCE COUNSELING AND ADVO- CACY (HICAP) Trained counselor available every Wednesday and Fri- day, by appointment, 1:15 pm and 2:15 pm. Evaluation of Medicare supplemental insurance, HMOs, long term care insurance and claims assistance. Call 831-462-5510 for appointment. FREE!

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Downtown Seniors

45-Plus Activities DISCOUNTS: There are discounts available on PING PONG the city’s utility users tax for qualifying low-income Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 9:30 am - 11:30 am or senior citizens. Please contact the Finance Start your day with a rousing game of Ping Pong. Not only Department for more information at 831-420-5070 is this great exercise but a fun way to meet new friends. or visit the city’s website. No partners necessary and all levels welcome. Players rotate turns in order from a sign-in sheet. SENIOR COMPUTER CENTER PICKLE BALL INTRODUCTION www.seniorcomputer.org Fridays 10:00 am - 12:00 pm beginning July 27 831-420-6180 Check out the sport that is sweeping the south! Pickle ball The Senior Computer Center offers members (55 and up) is a combination of Tennis, Badminton and Ping – Pong. the opportunity to learn and use PC and Macintosh com- It is less strenuous than tennis, but just as much fun. This puters. Membership benefits include use of the computer is a great way to get some exercise, and most of all have lab, participation in special interest and trouble-shooting a great time. Learn the game on July 27, then come down groups and eligibility to register for a variety of classes. each Friday at 10:00 am to play. Membership fee: $25 per year, $35 per year for couples. Membership applications available at our website or call 831-420-6180. Parks and Recreation 45+ Fitness Classes Volunteers always needed. If you have a minimum of The classes listed below require advance registration. knowledge but a maximum of patience, please give us See page 27 for dates and pricing. To register 831- a call! 420-5270 or visit www.santacruzparksandrec.com. Thank you to Cruzio for generously donating our internet service.

CORE BEGINNERS AFTERNOON TEA This class will teach beginning exercises for strengthen- Sunday, May 13, 2012 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm ing your core. You will learn how to identify and focus Bring your favorite tea cup and wear your best “Garden intention on your core muscles through functional exer- Party” attire, (think Royal Wedding). People’s Choice cises, correct form and posture. Breathing and elasticity award will be given for the fanciest hat! Play croquet on are also components of the class. Take this as an intro- the lawn while enjoying free tea and snacks. FREE. duction to Core and Strength Training Intermediate.

CORE AND STRENGTH TRAINING INTERMEDIATE Learn how to engage and train your core; then incorporate using your core all day. We will use floor exercise, pilates, exercise balls and small hand weights in order to accomplish a full body workout. There will be an emphasis on balance and posture. Participants must be able to get up and down off the floor independently.

MELLOW MARTIAL ARTS Slow down. Take a deep breath. Relax. This class is a blend of Tai Chi, Aikido, and similar non-competitive arts of self-defense. By practicing slow, gentle and cooperative training drills students can expect to learn simplified methods of self-protection. This class can be especially helpful to people who are sedentary most of the day.

Visit our Facebook page at Facebook.com/CityofSantaCruzParksandRecreation Summer 2012 Activity Guide – Page 45 Rent for your Event Wedding & Banquet Facilities Summer Picnics and Parties FRIENDSHIP GARDEN LAWN AREA The Friendship Garden is located in the upper part of Harvey DELAVEAGA PARK West Park. This is a large, open grass area that can be rented NEW BIRTHDAY PARTY SPACE for ceremonies with a limit of 50 chairs. This is a well-manicured “CREEK CORNER” lawn perfect for an outdoor ceremony. An affordable option for a beautiful, casual wedding. This new reservable area in DeLaveaga Park is located near play equipment and overlooks Branciforte Creek. WEDDING CEREMONIES AT LIGHTHOUSE POINT LAWN Perfect for groups of 25, this sunny area has plenty of Overlooking Steamer Lane and the gorgeous Monterey Bay, Light- parking and a grass field to play games. You can also add house Point is a spectacular setting for your wedding or special a Bounce House permit to your reservation. Go online to ceremony. The lawn area adjacent to the Surfing Museum is avail- check availability and make reservations with us over the able for booking for your special event (some restrictions apply). phone or in person. Give us a call when you’re planning your next celebration at 831-420-5270.

Creek Corner is a new sunny reservable space in DeLaveaga Park.

HARVEY WEST CLUBHOUSE AND SCOUTHOUSE WAGNER GROVE AT HARVEY WEST PARK An indoor hall for meetings and classes or rent together for The Wagner Grove is a beautiful redwood clearing located behind banquets, wedding receptions and family parties. the Buckeye picnic area in the Harvey West Park. This historical redwood grove is a very secluded, outdoor setting for your wedding The Clubhouse and Scouthouse offer combined seating indoors ceremony. It can accomodate 100 people with a limit of 50 chairs. and out, a lovely deck area, a full kitchen, 4 barbecue pits, 2 Couples looking for a peaceful, woodland setting will enjoy this circle wet bars, an indoor fireplace and private restrooms. Available that feels like it is away from it all but has plenty of guest parking. weekdays and weekends for all-day use. Alcohol and sound permits available.

OUR RATES ARE COMPETITIVE, SO BOOK TODAY! Visit www.santacruzparksandrec.com under “Reservable Spaces” for more information or call 831-420-5270.

A picnic in the park is ideal for a special event.

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Beach Flats Community Center

DAY OF THE CHILD 133 Leibrandt Avenue Sunday, April 15, 2012 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Santa Cruz, CA 95060 The day recognizes children and pays homage to their importance 831-426-2322 in our community. Our goals are to honor children and childhood, Open daily. promote wellness and highlight the value of education. This year the theme will be: “Culture, Community and College.” Come join us for a day filled with music, delicious food, and lots of resources for Call for appointment. families! Call 831-426-2322 or email [email protected] Parking permits available. FAMILY WEDNESDAYS Every Wednesday, June 20-July 25. No program July 4th. Family friendly activities in a neighborhood park setting with snacks, music and good company! Join us as we play together in the park! www.beachflatscommunitycenter.com Call 831-426-2322 or email [email protected]

BEACH FLATS COMMUNITY CENTER A program of Community Bridges 4TH ANNUAL PROM DRESS DRIVE The Beach Flats Community Center is a community resource center Beach Flats Community Center is proudly in the heart of the Beach Flats. We work to improve the living and co-sponsoring the 4th Annual Prom Dress Drive! social conditions of families and individuals living in the Beach Flats Free Prom Dress Shopping Days will be: neighborhood. We aim to provide programming that is flexible and continually responsive to emerging family and community needs. Saturday, April 14, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm We are bilingual and bicultural. Santa Cruz Teen Center, 301 Center St, Santa Cruz

COMUNITARIO DE LA PLAYA Saturday, April 28, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Centro Comunitario de la Playa, situado en el corazón de la vecin- Casa de Cultura, 225 Salinas Road, Pajaro dad de Beach Flats, es un centro de recursos para la comunidad. Trabajamos para mejorar la calidad de vida y condiciones sociales For more information: www.promdressdrive.org necesidades de familias e individuos que viven en la vencindad. Nuestra meta es promover programas flexibles y sensibles a las necesidades de las familias y de la comunidad. SUPPORT BEACH FLATS COMMUNITY CENTER NEIGHBORHOOD SERVICES By donating to the BFCC, a program of Community Bridges, you • Information and Referral contribute to the sustainability of our continued efforts to improve • Community Development Activities the quality of life of children and families living in the Beach Flats • Homework Support Program neighborhood. You help us to promote civic engagement and as- • Cultural Events and Activities sist in the continued efforts to create a thriving community. Your • After-school Programming – IMAGINE contributions are gratefully accepted. It’s easy to donate online at • Computer Lab http://www.commmunitybridges.org/donation.html. • Multi-purpose Room • Beach Flats Family School Make checks payable to: • Gardening Community Bridges/BFCC 133 Leibrandt Ave Servicios Para El VecinDario Santa Cruz, CA 95060 • Información y Referencias • Actividades de Desarrollo Comunitario All donations are tax deductible. Please call us at 831-426-2322 • Actividades y Eventos Culturales for additional sponsorship opportunities. • Programas fuera del horario escolar – IMAGINE • Laboratorio de Computadoras • Salón de Multiuso • Escuela Familiar de la Playa VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE • Jardines The Center is actively seeking volunteers for a variety of programs including the IMAGINE homework support program. Email [email protected]

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MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY THE SANTA CRUZ SURFING MUSEUM 1305 East Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, 831-420-6115 Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse Winter Hours (through June 2): 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Lighthouse Point at West Cliff Drive Closed Sundays and Mondays. Phone: 831-420-6289 Summer Hours (beginning June 3): 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Winter Hours (through July 1): Noon - 4:00 pm Closed Mondays and Tuesdays. Closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Admission Fee: Adults: $4.00, Seniors (60+): $2.00 Summer Hours (beginning July 2): 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Youth (18 and under): Free, Members: Free Closed Wednesdays. Admission: Donation encouraged. Overlooking internationally renowned surfing hotspot Steamer Lane, this little gem of a museum has photographs, surfboards, and other interesting items tracing over 100 years of surfing history in Santa Cruz. The museum shop specializes in great surfing books and surfing related items. Check out the new Santa Cruz Surfing Museum website at www.santacruzsurfingmuseum.org.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! World Surfing Reserves Dedication Ceremony Saturday, April 28, 1:00 pm, Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Exhibits

Connect with nature at the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History.

The Museum exhibits are displayed in the modified 1917 Carnegie Library that sits on the southern edge of Tyrrell Park, overlooking Monterey Bay. The Museum provides interesting exhibits and programs on the diverse cultural and natural history of the Santa Cruz region. Explore the fossil sand dollar dig, our tidepool touch tank and live critters such as our beautiful kingsnake. To receive an e-newsletter about upcoming programs and exhibits, contact the Museum at 831-420-6115. You can also find out what’s new at the Museum at www.santacruzmuseums.org.

DOCENT TRAINING Monday, April 30, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Do you have a desire to learn about the natural world? Do you enjoy sharing your knowledge with others? Become a docent! Museum docents are volunteer tour guides, trained by museum staff to lead school programs at the museum and off-site field locations. This training will focus on our popular Art of Nature school tours. Reg- ister online at www.santacruzmuseums.org or call 831-420-1168.

NAT TIME – NATURAL HISTORY STORYTIME SANTA CRUZ NATURALISTS – Fall 2012 Every Thursday through May 31, 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm In partnership with the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and Free with admission: $4 adults, $2 seniors, Kids and Museum the UCSC Natural History Collection, this exhibit will explore what members free it means to be a naturalist in Santa Cruz County. We will highlight Join us for our new preschool program! Each week we will highlight local naturalists Dan Miller and Randall Morgan, while examining a local animal, habitat or natural history topic with stories, songs, why everything from the smallest beetle in the Santa Cruz Sandhills puppets and Museum artifacts. Nat Time is geared toward ages to the great rockfish of the Monterey Bay are important to under- 3-6; families of all ages are welcome. standing the natural world.

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Classes & Programs Family Programs Register online at www.santacruzmuseums.org Register online at www.santacruzmuseums.org

Connect with Nature series – Natural History classes for adults FAMILY NATURE ADVENTURE ART OF SPRING WILDFLOWERS Saturday, May 12, 9:00 am - noon, pre-registration required Saturday, April 28, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Free for Museum members/ general: $10/adult, $5/child $25 Museum members/$40 general Coyote scat. Raccoon tracks. Songbirds in the willows. The Mu- Poppies, lupines and suncups! Our adult natural history class series, seum’s springtime Family in Nature Series takes to the trail! Join Connect with Nature, continues with this field trip to experience us at Arana Gulch to explore our local open space. We’ll bring the beauty of spring wildflowers. Our day will begin as we visit binoculars and hands-on activities to connect with different habi- the Museum’s Art of Nature exhibit and discuss nature illustration tats and understand the plants and wildlife that call Arana home. techniques including capturing shape, value, texture, and form. We The program will include time to observe, sketch, connect and get will continue (by bicycle or carpool) to Wilder Ranch State Park for your feet wet! a wildflower hike, observation and nature sketching. Take the time to smell and draw the wild roses! SUMMER SATURDAYS AT THE MUSEUM URBAN GEOLOGY Free with admission: $4 adults, $2 seniors, Kids and Museum Saturday, July 28, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm members free $10 Museum members/$15 general This summer our family program features live animals, musical per- Ever wonder where the stone for City Hall or the Post Office came formances, face painting, and crafts. Children must be accompanied from? Heard the story about the giant fossil skeleton unearthed by an adult. For more information, visit santacruzmuseums.org. on Mission Hill? With local historian, geologist and paleontologist, Frank Perry, we will look at some of the natural and not-so-natural June 23 – Sensational Snakes with For Goodness Snakes geologic features of downtown Santa Cruz. We’ll see outcrops of Sssssssslip on over to the Museum to learn about local and exotic fossils, learn how the San Lorenzo River shaped the area’s topog- snakes. Hold live snakes and hear stories from our local reptile raphy, and examine many different kinds of rocks. expert. Two shows: 11:00 am & 12:30 pm.

July 7 – Recycled Music with ZunZun Summer Camps Musical guests, ZunZun, will bring the stage alive and get you on Register online at www.santacruzmuseums.org your feet. With over 20 instruments from across the Americas, this lively band will perform songs that educate and entertain. Two ART AND NATURE EXPLORERS CAMP shows: 11:00 am & 12:30 pm. June 25 - June 29, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Cost: $225 Museum members July 14 – Beautiful Bats with the Bat Conservancy of Coastal $275 general (includes family membership) California This camp is for kids who love art, science and lots of adventure. The Bat Conservancy of Coastal California brings live bats to the Spend the week exploring the great outdoors and make a nature Museum! Come by to hear about these fascinating flying mammals journal to record your discoveries. Enjoy drawing, painting, print- and make a fun bat craft. Drop in from 11:00 am - 2:00 pm. making, sculpting, mapmaking, water testing, game playing and much more. We will experiment with quality materials and tools, July 21 – Go Wild! with Happy Hollow Zoo and Park and create pieces of artwork inspired by our adventures. Our Come take a walk on the wild side as we meet some live California explorations will include Seabright Beach, Arana Gulch, Natural native animals. We’ll learn about their diets, habitats and adapta- Bridges and the Museum of Natural History. For ages 7-12 years. tions. Two shows: 11:00 am & 12:30 pm.

NATURE AND SURVIVAL SKILLS CAMP August 4 – Down by the Creek with the Banana Slug String Band NEW second session added! Join us for a performance by the Banana Slug String Band! This July 16 - July 20 (9-11 year olds) local favorite will entertain the crowd with fun and educational songs Mon-Wed 9:00 am - 3:00 pm; Thurs 9:30 am - Fri 11:00 am as we celebrate our recently restored Pilkington Creek. Two shows: July 23 - July 27 (12-14 year olds) 11:00 am & 12:30 pm. Mon-Wed 9:00 am - 3:00 pm; Thurs 9:30 am - Fri 11:00 am Cost: $250 Museum members $300 general (includes family membership) Come explore and have fun in nature while learning about traditional survival skills and our local environment. Campers will learn new skills through games and hand-on activities such as creating fire by friction, building shelters, making natural tools, tracking animals, and moving silently through the forest. We will finish the week with an overnight at Green Oaks Creek Farm (www.greenoakscreek. com). Throughout the week, campers will make new friends, build a closer relationship to the natural world, and gain self-confidence in the outdoors. Visit our Facebook page at Facebook.com/CityofSantaCruzParksandRecreation Summer 2012 Activity Guide – Page 49 Harvey West Pool

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DeLaveaga Golf Course

DeLaveaga Golf Course Tim Loustalot, Golf Professional Miles Hicks, Golf Course Superintendent Website: www.delaveagagolf.com DeLaveaga Golf Course, owned and operated by the City of Santa Cruz, is located in DeLaveaga Park off Upper Park Road. DeLaveaga is a championship par 70 golf course with a full driving range and more.

HOURS OF OPERATION Monday 7:00 am to dusk Tuesday - Friday 6:30 am to dusk Saturday, Sunday & Holidays Daybreak to dusk

Reservations & Policies Book a tee time by calling the Pro Shop at 831-423-7214 or online at www.delaveagagolf.com. All individuals and/or parties must check in at the Pro Shop prior to teeing off. Fees shall be paid at the time of check-in.

DeLaveaga Pro Shop The best in golf equipment, apparel, accessories and professional service. A great selection of brand names including Mizuno, Nike, Titleist, and Taylor Made. Equipment demos and professional custom club fitting. Call 831-423-7214.

Monday 7:00 am to dusk Tuesday - Friday 6:30 am to dusk Saturday, Sunday & Holidays Daybreak to dusk Golf Lessons & Driving Range functional golf training center Nationally recognized as one of America’s top golf instructional programs. Guaranteed to help any player improve their game. We have helped thousands of golfers improve their swings and scores. Programs are available for the junior golfer, new golfer, experienced golfer and executive golfer. Additionally, we offer training in the short game, sand bunker and on-course instruction. For more detailed program descriptions and course schedules, log on DeLaveaga Golf Lodge Restaurant and Bar to www.functionalgolf.com or call 831-423-7214. Upstairs overlooking the beautiful 18th green, DeLaveaga Lodge offers both indoor and outdoor seating with terrific views and de- Driving Range lightful dining. The menu features homemade soups, fresh fish, The only lighted, all-weather driving range in Santa Cruz County. an assortment of fresh salads, fruit-in-season, Dungeness crab This state-of-the-art facility offers 40 stations, targets on the range, and bay shrimp salads. Reservations recommended for Sunday adjacent parking and restrooms. Never-crowded stations available mornings! Call 831-423-1600. at all hours. Practice to your heart’s content! Open Daily 7:00 am - 2:30 pm (closed Mondays during winter) Driving Range: Open Daily Breakfast 7:00 am - noon Small buckets: $5.00 All day on Saturday and Sunday Medium buckets: $8.00 Lunch 11:30 am - 2:30 pm Large buckets: $10.00 Daily Specials Monday 6:45 am - 9:00 pm Cocktail Lounge Winter 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Tuesday - Friday 6:30 am - 9:00 pm Spring 7:00 am - 7:00 pm Saturday, Sunday and Holidays Daybreak - 9:00 pm Summer 7:00 am - 8:00 pm Banquets Weddings, banquets and parties for 75 to 130 people. Buffets and sit-down dinner. Hot and cold hors d’oeuvres. Visit our Facebook page at Facebook.com/CityofSantaCruzParksandRecreation Summer 2012 Activity Guide – Page 51