REGISTER FIRST CHOICE AUGUST 6 Check out Seattle Parks and Recreation’S New Online Registration Software at Account

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TEEN LIFE CENTER SOUTHWEST POOL SOUTHWEST REGISTER FIRST CHOICE AUGUST 6 Check out Seattle Parks and Recreation’s new online registration software at http://bit.ly/spr_registration_ account. Sign in or create an account if this is your fi rst time registering for classes with the new software. Once you are Seattle Parks and Recreation logged in you can choose your programs and pay online. is pleased to oﬀ er several SECOND CHOICE options to register for Find your local recreation center at: seattle.gov/parks/ programs and activities. centers.asp and stop by to register for programs and We hope our registration meet the staff . Take a peek at the recreation center and the program space. Staff welcomes face-to-face interaction! options listed on this page Please note hours of operation, as they vary across recreation will guide you to a choice centers. that works best for you. While THIRD CHOICE some of our Community Call your local recreation center during their hours of operation at Centers continue to operate the phone number listed at: seattle.gov/parks/centers.asp. All staff can assist you with registration during their operating hours on limited hours and with listed on their home page linked from the above web address. limited staff , we ask for your patience and understanding if FOURTH CHOICE Register by phone with our Business Service Center at we are not able to respond as 206-684-5177. The Business Service Center is open Monday quickly as you may expect. through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 6 p.m. Questions may be emailed to: [email protected] Thank you for your continued support of Seattle Parks and FIFTH CHOICE Recreation. Mail in or drop off registration requests with payments and/ or required forms to your local community center. For the address of your local community center, please visit: seattle.gov/parks/centers.asp.

2 | FALL 2019 | register online at seattle.gov/parks CITYWIDE ATHLETICS 14-15 DROP-IN 9-13 SPECIAL EVENTS 6-8 POOLS 36-37 PRESCHOOL 16 GENERAL INFORMATION 39 RENTAL INFORMATION 38 SCHOOL AGE CARE 17-18 ALKI 19-21 Tots 19 Youth 19 Teens 20 Adults 20

DELRIDGE 22-24 Tots 22 Youth 23 INTERESTED IN TEACHING A CLASS OR WORKSHOP AT SEATTLE COMMUNITY CENTERS? Teens 24 Multigenerational 24 Please contact the following Assistant Recreation Coordinators with your programming idea(s) for Southwest Seattle. Buck Buchanan: [email protected] HIAWATHA 25-27 Britt Lord-Jacobsen: [email protected] Faizah Osayande: [email protected] Tots 25 Andrea Sisco: [email protected] Youth 26 Classes are scheduled approximately six months in advance. Teens 26 Multigenerational 27

HIGH POINT 28-29 Tots 28 Adults 29 Multigenerational 29

SOUTH PARK 31-32 Youth 31 Teen 31 Adult 32

YESLER 33-35 Youth 33 Teens 34 Multigenerational 34

register online at seattle.gov/parks | FALL 2019 | 3 GENERAL INFO ALKI CC HIGH POINT CC CLOSURES 5817 SW Stevens St / Seattle, WA 98116 6920 34th Ave SW / Seattle, WA 98126 9/2 Labor Day PH: 206-684-7430 Fax: 206-938-9549 PH: 206-684-7422 Fax: 206-684-7402 9/19 Staff Retreat 11/11 Veterans Day HOURS HOURS 11/28 Thanksgiving M/W/F 3-8 p.m. Mon-Thu 9 a.m.-8 p.m. 11/29 Day after Thanksgiving Tu/Th 10 a.m.-3 p.m. F/Sa 9 a.m.-7 p.m. 12/25 Christmas Day Sa/Su Closed Sunday 2-8 p.m. 1/1 New Year’s Day

DELRIDGE CC SOUTHWEST TEEN LIFE CENTER PARKS MANAGEMENT 4501 Delridge Way SW / Seattle, WA 98106 2801 SW Thistle St/Seattle, WA 98126 Jesús Aguirre, Superintendent PH: 206-684-7423 Fax: 206-684-7424 Entry is located on south side of building. Justin Cutler, Recreation Director PH: 206-684-7438 Fax: 206-233-7295 Katie Gray, Deputy Rec. Director HOURS Trevor Gregg, Recreation Manager Mon-Thu 11 a.m.-8 p.m. HOURS Mike Plympton, Interim Aquatics Manager Friday Noon-6 p.m. Monday Closed Sa/Su Closed Tu/Th/F 2:30-8 p.m. COORDINATORS Wednesday 1:30-8 p.m. ALKI CC HIAWATHA CC F/Sa (Late Night) 7 p.m.-Midnight Ken Davis 2700 California Ave SW / Seattle, WA 98116 Sunday Closed [email protected] PH: 206-684-7441 Fax: 206-923-1691 DELRIDGE CC SOUTH PARK CC Daryl Look HOURS 8319 8th Ave S / Seattle, WA 98108 [email protected] M/Th 10 a.m.-8 p.m. PH: 206-684-7451 Fax: 206-684-7992 HIAWATHA CC Tu/W 11 a.m.-8 p.m. LaShawn Street Friday Noon-7 p.m. HOURS [email protected] Sa/Su (available for rentals) Closed Mon-Thu 10 a.m.-9 p.m. HIGH POINT CC Friday 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Shari Watts Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. [email protected] Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. SOUTH PARK CC John Barclay YESLER CC [email protected] 917 E Yesler Way / Seattle, WA 98122 SOUTHWEST TLC PH: 206-386-1245 Fax: 206-684-7787 Andre Franklin [email protected] HOURS YESLER CC Mon-Fri 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Gary Alexander Saturday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. [email protected] Sunday Closed ASSISTANT COORDINATORS

Buck Buchanan, [email protected] Britt Lord Jacobsen, [email protected] Faizah Osayande, [email protected] Andrea Sisco, [email protected]

DISCLAIMER NOTE Although we strive to be accurate, this brochure is published for information purposes only. Changes may be necessary to the content depending on levels of participation or other factors, and fees may change after City Council action on the City budget each year. Please visit www.seattle.gov/parks for updated information. 4 | FALL 2019 | register online at seattle.gov/parks 5 | FALL 2019 FALL register online at seattle.gov/parks | seattle.gov/parks at register online

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Ì SKATE NIGHT BIRTHDAY ÌRECURRING EVENTS PARTY PACKAGES Our popular skate night rentals just got better. Check out our FRIDAY NIGHT SKATE package deals. Please Note that these prices DO NOT include Ages 2 and Older booking fee or refundable damage deposit. Join us for a night of skating for the whole family. Don’t have *Additional Skaters $3 each your own skates? That’s ok, we have your size. Enjoy a night of family fun with the latest pop music, races, and lights. No Skate ROCK STAR SKATE: $155 Night: 10/25, 11/29, and 12/27. Small Room 5:45-7:45 p.m. Location: Alki CC 15 minutes of private skate 5:30-5:45 p.m.; w/5 VIP seats 9/13-12/20 F 5:45-7:45 p.m. $3/person Skate Night Shirt (1 for Birthday child); 10 Skaters

THEMED SKATE NIGHT FRIENDS SKATE: $95 All Ages Small Room 6:15-7:15 p.m. Join us for a night of fun! We’ll have themed music, games, Skate Night Shirt (1 for Birthday child); 5 Skaters raffles, a costume contest, and a whole lot of fun for the entire family. BALLOON SKATE: $123.50 Location: Alki CC Small Room 6-7:30 p.m. w/5 VIP seats BUNNY HOP Skate Night Shirt (1 for Birthday child); 7 Skaters 3/22 F 5:45-7:45 p.m. $3/skater CAKE SKATE: $66.50 Small Room 6:30-7 p.m. Skate Night Shirt (1 for Birthday child); 3 Skaters

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AFTERNOON MOVIE Ì ÌOCTOBER 2019 Ages 50 and older FREE! An afternoon at the movies! Enjoy oldies but NATIONAL COMING OUT DAY goodies through these thought provoking and inspiring All Ages FREE! stories and musical films. After the show we’ll share our Join the Hiawatha Community as we celebrate thoughts, memories, etc. Bring snacks to share! National Coming Out Day. Whether it’s coming out as lesbian, Location: Alki CC gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ) or as an ally, we 10/12 Sa 1-3 p.m. come together in celebration and advocacy of equality and 10/26 Sa 1-3 p.m. living openly. You’ll enjoy activities, music, performances, food, and access to resources to learn more about and demonstrate STORY TIME WITH support for the LGBTQ community. A LIBRARIAN FREE! Location: Hiawatha CC Ages 2-5 #22575 10/10 Th 5-7 p.m. It's story time at Alki Community Center as we partner with the West Seattle library branch! Bring your toddlers to enjoy GLOW PARTY stories, rhymes, songs, and fun with our children's librarian. AGES NEEDED FREE! Location: Alki CC Join the Delridge Community Center and the 10/5 Sa 12:30 p.m. Delridge Advisory Council for an evening of glow in the 10/19 Sa 12:30 p.m. dark fun! Come glow with us for the 5th annual glow in the 11/2 Sa 12:30 p.m. dark party. Snacks, games and music is just the beginning of the fun. Wear your costume, face paint or anything that will Ì illuminate the party. #glowinthedark! Volunteers needed for ÌSPECIAL EVENTS the event. Location: Delridge CC NW CULTURAL SERIES WITH #23071 10/24 Th 6-8 p.m. DUWAMISH TRIBE FREE! All Ages FALL FESTIVAL Join us for a mini film festival featuring the stories of Seattle’s All Ages FREE! native tribes. Stay for a Q&A with Tribal Chairperson Cecile Join High Point Community Center staff and Hansen and others from the Duwamish River Cleanup. enjoy a family evening of fun. We will have Halloween games, Location: Alki CC booths, face painting, arts and crafts activities, and snacks. Fun TBA for all ages. Come one, come all. Location: High Point CC 10/25 F 5:30-7:30 p.m. SPOOKY CARNIVAL Spooky fun for the howl family! Carnival games and prizes and a Spooky Scream Room for the brave Trick-or-Treaters. For more information please contact Alki at 206-684-7430. Teen and adult volunteers are greatly appreciated. Location: Alki CC 10/25 F 6-8 p.m. $.25 per ticket or $7 per unlimited bracelet

HALLOWEEN CARNIVAL Ages 2-12 Ì ÌNOVEMBER 2019 Start your Halloween off with a frighteningly fun filled evening for the family! Wear your costumes and enjoy carnival games, SOUTH PARK FALL BANQUET crafts, and spooktacular activities. Ages 3 and Older FREE! Location: Hiawatha CC Come one, come al to the annual South Park #22574 10/25 F 6-8 p.m. Fall Banquet, complete with local, sustainable-sourced food $0.25/ticket for the whole family- including turkey, mashed potatoes, stuffing, cranberries and desert. Along with good old-fashion SOUTH PARK FREAKY FIESTA neighborly fun. Ages 3 and Older FREE! #23372 11/15 F 5-7:30 p.m. Boo! Come visit our freaky fiesta, where you will enjoy the spoils of the season-complete with a candy, games, prizes and an abundance of good, old-fashion, fall fun for all. Location: South Park CC Ì ÌDECEMBER 2019 #23371 10/25 F 6-8 p.m. GINGERBREAD HOUSE FALL PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT DECORATING FREE! AND BOUNCY HOUSE! Less than 13 Ages 5-12 Join the Delridge Community Center and the Delridge Alki is hosting a new Saturday Parents’ Night Out! While the Advisory Council for the 4th Annual Gingerbread House parents are away, kids will enjoy pizza, a bouncy house, a decorating event. Each child 12 years and under will get a movie and healthy snacks! Canned food donations will be house to decorate along with a night of fun family activities. collected at the door to support our local food banks. Volunteers needed for the event. Must pre-register by 12/5. Location: Alki CC Location: Delridge CC 10/26 Sa 5-9 p.m. $25/ child #23077 12/12 Th 6-7:30 p.m. **Registration required SOUTH PARK WINTERFEST TODDLER PUMPKIN PALOOZA Ages 2 and Older Ages 5 and Under Come in from the cold and celebrate the season of hot Join the High Point Community Center staff and enjoy age chocolate, crackling fires, family time, and unconditional appropriate Halloween games, booths, face painting, arts and generosity at South Park Community Center's Winterfest. craft activities, and snacks. Bring your whole family, eat a piping-hot, home-cooked meal, Location: High Point CC and be merry with neighbors and friends! Stick around for a 10/31 Th 10 a.m.-Noon $5 traditional Mexican Folklorico performance by our very own Joyas Mestizas, and scan the skies for signs of a bearded winter legend. Location: South Park CC #23386 12/21 Sa Noon-3:30 p.m. $3 HARBORVIEW HOLIDAY PARTY All Ages FREE! Come to Yesler, experience the holiday season with your family. Enjoy the fun activities. Sponsored by Harborview Medical Center Location: Yesler CC Date /Time Schedule To Be Announce

8 | FALL 2019 | register online at seattle.gov/parks Creating community through people, parks, and programs. DROP-IN PROGRAMS All drop-in programs are now free (unless otherwise noted), but they now require a Membership Card. Drop-in activities are subject to change based on community center activities. Call center 48 hours in advance to verify daily schedule. No program 9/2, 9/19, 11/11, 11/28, 11/29, 12/25, and 1/1.

TODDLER INDOOR GYM ASSOCIATED RECREATION COUNCIL DOES YOUR CHILD NEED TO BURN OFF SOME ENERGY? For 44 years, the Associated Recreation Council Your child will learn social skills, develop hand-eye coordination, (ARC) has provided recreation, lifelong learning and make new friends. A parent or responsible caregiver (18 or older) programs and community-driven leadership in must be present at all times. Registration is not required. Times and partnership with Seattle Parks and Recreation. days may vary due to community center special events or camps. With a goal of providing equitable access to ALKI COMMUNITY CENTER (STARTS 9/10) citywide programs for Seattle residents of all ages, ARC works No Program when Seattle public schools are out. through 36 volunteer Advisory Councils to fulfill its mission of Tu/Th 11:20 a.m.-1:20 p.m. “building community through citizen engagement and Sa 10 a.m.-1 p.m. (9/28-11/2) participation in recreation and lifelong learning programs.” ARC is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. For more information, DELRIDGE COMMUNITY CENTER (STARTS 9/16) go to www.arcseattle.org. No Program when Seattle public schools are out. M Noon-3 p.m. YOUR ADVISORY COUNCIL HIAWATHA COMMUNITY CENTER (STARTS 9/5) Most classes, workshops, sports and swim programs, special events Also closed 10/24 and facility rentals are funded through the local advisory council, rather than from City of Seattle budgets. Revenues generated M/Th 10 a.m.-1 p.m. through program fees offset program costs to make these HIGH POINT COMMUNITY CENTER (STARTS 9/26) activities self-sustaining. We also rely on participation, donations, and contributions to maintain and upgrade equipment. Advisory Tu/Th 10 a.m.-2 p.m. council members create scholarship opportunities through grant SOUTH PARK COMMUNITY CENTER writing and other fundraising activities. Th 10 a.m.-1 p.m. JOIN US! YESLER COMMUNITY CENTER Citizen direction and participation is essential to our success. Also closed 4/1 Monthly meetings are held to talk about programs, policies, M/W 11 a.m.-Noon and financial issues. Our advisory councils always are looking for new members. If you would like to get involved, please contact the facility staff for further information.

register online at seattle.gov/parks | FALL 2019 | 9 DROP-IN PROGRAMS All drop-in programs are now free (unless otherwise noted), but they now require a Membership Card. Drop-in activities are subject to change based on community center activities. Call center 48 hours in advance to verify daily schedule. No program 9/2, 9/19, 11/11, 11/28, 11/29, 12/25, and 1/1. ÌÌTEEN LATE NIGHT

TEEN LATE NIGHT Ages 13-19 FREE! Late Night is a safe and supportive environment for teens ages 13-19. This recreation based program is held on Friday and Saturday evenings from 7 p.m.-Midnight with a focus on positive teen interactions and engagement where all teens are welcomed. The Late Night Program is aligned and supportive of the city’s Race and Social Equity framework, including education and employment readiness programs. Come to your local Late Night and explore more of what we have to offer! Contact your local neighborhood specialist for more information. Fri and Sat Nights 7 p.m.-Midnight

NORTH: Bitter Lake Community Center, 206-684-7524 Meadowbrook Teen Life Center, 206-551-7316

SOUTHEAST: Garfield Teen Life Center, 206-684-4788 Rainier Community Center, 206-386-1919 Rainier Beach Community Center, 206-386-1925 Van Asselt Community Center (Fri only), 206-386-1922

SOUTHWEST: High Point Community Center, 206-684-7422 Southwest Teen Life Center, 206-684-7438 South Park Community Center (Fri only), 206-684-7451. TEEN DROP-IN ACTIVITIES Ages 11-19 FREE! Times and days for drop-in programs are subject to change depending on basketball league practices. Location: Southwest Teen Life Center (SWTLC) OPEN GYM Tu-F 3-6 p.m.

10 | FALL 2019 | register online at seattle.gov/parks Creating community through people, parks, and programs. DROP-IN PROGRAMS All drop-in programs are now free (unless otherwise noted), but they now require a Membership Card. Drop-in activities are subject to change based on community center activities. Call center 48 hours in advance to verify daily schedule. No program 9/2, 9/19, 11/11, 11/28, 11/29, 12/25, and 1/1.

BALLROOM DANCE BIG BRAIN SUPERHEROES Ages 2-24 FREE! Ages 6-17 FREE! Join us to experience complimentary Latin dance, On a mission to tap into the hidden strengths and free dance guidance in ballroom dancing. that all young people have through Science, Location: Yesler CC Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics (STEAM), The Tu 6 p.m. Big-Brained Superheroes Club (The BBSC) at Yesler Community Sa Noon Center in Seattle is about community coming together to create. We’re exercising our real-life superpowers (such as our SENIOR GAMES Leadership, Teamwork, and Sense of Adventure) to build a Ages 55 and Older FREE! kinder, nerdier, more imaginative world. Here’s a chance to enjoy a fun afternoon of Location: Yesler CC Mahjong, Table Tennis, Cards, Dominoes, etc. M/W/F 5-7 p.m. Location: Yesler CC M/W 1-4 p.m. FUTSAL FRIDAYS FOOD AND FITNESS Age 14 and Older FREE! Ages 55 and Older FREE! Come join us for fast-paced indoor futsal! Show This program offers great opportunities for us your skills and practice your footwork in short-sided games elders to celebrate their culture and language. Open access for on an indoor court. Event is drop-in geared towards players of participants to utilize Yesler CC’s fitness room before and after intermediate to advanced ability. having a social and East African-styled brunch in the Multi- Location: Hiawatha CC purpose Room Each day provides lunch, social, educational #22581 9/13-11/1 F 5-6:30 p.m. and fitness programs. Location: Yesler CC AFTER SCHOOL HOOPS Th/Sa 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 11-19 FREE! Come in after school and play 5-on-5. We will have DROP-IN ROWING FOR FITNESS the clock running 15 minutes per game, so everyone gets a Want more rowing workouts in your week? Drop- FREE! chance to play. These games will not be refereed but there will in and use our Concept 2 Ergometers anytime be a court monitor present. you want. Call (206) 684-7451 before coming to make sure we Location: Delridge CC have an open space for you to put the Ergometer in or if it is #23069 9/4-11/6 W 5-7 p.m. a nice day you can take your machine outside. This machine provides a whole body workout! FOOTBALL AND FOOD Location: South Park CC Ages 14-19 FREE! Su-Sa 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Teens can come in on during Monday Night Football and watch the game while eating and enjoying each other's company. Staff will prepare a meal (teens are encouraged to help with meal prep when needed) and have the game playing in the teen room. Come on in and root for your favorite NFL teams this season. Location: Delridge CC #23067 9/9-12/16 M 5-7 p.m.

register online at seattle.gov/parks | FALL 2019 | 11 DROP-IN PROGRAMS All drop-in programs are now free (unless otherwise noted), but they now require a Membership Card. Drop-in activities are subject to change based on community center activities. Call center 48 hours in advance to verify daily schedule. No program 9/2, 9/19, 11/11, 11/28, 11/29, 12/25, and 1/1.

CITIZENSHIP THROUGH NATURALIZATION FREE! Ages 18 and Older This class is part of ESL and helps immigrants who live in Seattle Public housing to study for US Citizenship test. Location: Yesler CC #23646 9/10-11/26 Tu 4-6 p.m. COMPUTER BASICS FOR ADULTS DROP IN FREE! Ages 18 and Older LIFELONG RECREATION This is a Multi-facilitated lab time. This program is ongoing and ARTS, FITNESS, & SOCIAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR PEOPLE AGE 50+ it happens every Tuesday and Thursday. Students can ask or learn basics skills in computer, how to access the internet, email, Engage with your community and and how to enroll into low-cost internet service. Location: Yesler CC remain active. Learn something #23644 9/17-12/12 Tu/Th 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. new, get fit, meet friends, or join us for field trips to places you have TODDLER GYM W/ FREE! always wanted to visit. FREE ARTS & CRAFTS Are you caring for aa lovedloved one one living living with with Ages 5 and younger memory loss? Lifelong RecreationRecreation now now offers offers Your child will play, learn, and develop both motor and social Dementia-Friendly RecreationRecreation opportunities. opportunities! skills in this highly interactive drop-in play time. They will meet new friends, play on bouncy toys, ride scooters, and much Find out more at www.seattle.gov/parks/seniors/ where you more. Parents must always accompany their child. Times are can download the Lifelong Recreation brochure and sign subject to change. up for our email newsletter. Contact us at 206-684-4951. Location: Alki CC 9/28-11/2 Sa 10 a.m.-1 p.m. OPEN PLAY POKÉMON, MAGIC THE GATHERING, AND CHESS All Ages Pokémon, Magic the Gathering, Chess, and other strategy games will help improve your math and logic skills. New and experienced players welcome. Please Bring your own deck. Location: Alki CC 10/5 Sa 2-4 p.m. 10/19 Sa 2-4 p.m. 11/2 Sa 2-4 p.m.

12 | FALL 2019 | register online at seattle.gov/parks Creating community through people, parks, and programs. DROP-IN PROGRAMS All drop-in programs are now free (unless otherwise noted), but they now require a Membership Card. Drop-in activities are subject to change based on community center activities. Call center 48 hours in advance to verify daily schedule. No program 9/2, 9/19, 11/11, 11/28, 11/29, 12/25, and 1/1.

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YOUTH Tu 6-7 p.m. W 4-7 p.m. Please call Please call Th 7-8 p.m. Sa (9/28-11/2 only) Please call M-Th 2-4 p.m. 206-684-7423 206-684-7441 206-684-7451 F 2:30-4 p.m. BASKETBALL 2-4 p.m. F 2-7 p.m. for availability for availability. for availability ADULTS Tu/Th 1-3 p.m.

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Ages 50 and Older M/W M Tu 10 a.m.-Noon Ages 50 and Older 10-11:30 a.m. 10 a.m.-Noon M/W/F Tu/Th F 6-8 p.m. PICKLEBALL 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Noon-2 p.m. Noon-2:30 p.m. W/F Th F 10 a.m.-Noon 12:30-2:30 p.m. 12:30-2:30 p.m.

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register online at seattle.gov/parks | FALL 2019 | 13 CITYWIDE ATHLETICS Please consider volunteering as a coach or helping with recruitment of coaches. Our low cost leagues can’t operate without the dedication of our awesome coaches! Ì FALL YOUTH SPORTS REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! GIRLS VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE Age Groups: 10-11, 12-13, and 14-17 (Age as of 8/31/19) The Citywide Girls Volleyball League provides players the opportunity to develop and solidify fundamental skills, team play, and sportsmanship. Players may sign-up online or at their local community center. For registration materials please go to http://www.seattle.gov/parks/Athletics.htm. Practices take place at community centers or nearby school gyms and begin in early September. Games are played on weeknights and begin in mid-September and conclude with a weekend jamboree in mid-November. PRACTICE TIMES VARY…CHECK WITH YOUR LOCAL CENTER FOR SPECIFIC DATES AND TIMES. If your local community center does not have enough kids or a coach to form a full team, you will be given the option of transferring to a nearby center’s team if a spot is available, or withdrawing with a full refund. Register early for your best chance of securing a spot on a team. Fee: $40 Minimum: 6 Girls per team YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE (CO-ED) (GIRLS AND BOYS) Age Groups: 6-7, 8-9, 10-11, and 12-17 (Age as of 8/31/19) Players learn basic skills, team play, and sportsmanship in this Boys Age Groups: 10, 11, 12, 13, 14-15, and 16-17* citywide league. Players may sign-up at their local community Girls Age Groups: 10, 11, 12, 13, and 14-17* center and are placed on teams. Games are played in accordance Minimum: 7 players per team with NFL fl ag football rules and fi eld dimensions. League play Seattle Parks and Recreation’s Youth Basketball begins the last week in September and concludes in mid- League provides young athletes the opportunity to November. Teams practice at their local community center. Teams learn and solidify the fundamentals of basketball will be forming in NE, NW, Central, South and West Seattle. Fee: $40 while participating in weekly-organized practices Minimum: 5 players per team and games. League games begin the ﬁ rst week of January and run through the month of March with the opportunity for post-season play at the end of the regular season. Practices occur at the home community center and games (on Saturdays and Sundays) occur at various community centers throughout the city. *Age as of August 31, 2019

Registration begins October 1, 2019 (Noon) Practices begin December 2, 2019 League Games begin January 4-5, 2020 Fee: $90

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LOVED THE SPORT? LOVE KIDS? WANT TO GIVE BACK TO YOUR COMMUNITY? BECOME A VOLUNTEER COACH! Our low-cost leagues can’t operate without the dedication of our awesome coaches! I WANT TO COACH... HOW DO I GET STARTED? 1. Talk to community center staff about applying for a coaching position. 2. Fill out a background check form at the center and then a volunteer registration form online. 3. Work with community center staff to form your team rosters. 4. Request practice times and confi rm that all kids are registered prior to the fi rst practice. 5. Attend coaches meeting/training and get ready for a YOUTH SPORTS GENERAL INFORMATION rewarding experience! I WANT TO PLAY…HOW DO I GET STARTED? 1. To participate in most Seattle Parks Youth Sports leagues (for basketball and volleyball, for example) you can either recruit a coach and put together your own team or you can be placed on an existing team with the help of community center staﬀ . Call for more information. For some sports (Track and Field, for example) all you need to do is go into your community center to get registered. 2. Get registered! (Paperwork is at community centers). 3. Start practices and get ready for fun honing your skills and competing against other neighborhood community centers! If your center doesn’t off er a sport, the staff will refer you to the next closest center. Centers need a minimum number of players and a volunteer coach to off er the sport.

register online at seattle.gov/parks | FALL 2019 | 15 PRESCHOOL Ì ÌFALL 2019 IMPORTANT DATES* We will be offering program following the Seattle Public PRESCHOOL PROGRAM School (SPS) calendar where SPS breaks are NOT included. Seattle Parks and Recreation operates half-day preschool 9/2 Labor Day programs in 12 neighborhood community centers. These low- 11/11 Veterans Day cost early childhood programs provide a safe, happy, healthy 11/28 Thanksgiving learning environment for preschool children. 11/29 Day after Thanksgiving 12/25 Christmas Day DETAILS OF OUR PROGRAM: 1/1 New Year’s Day »» For children ages 3-5 years *Check with your local community center preschool for any »» Low teacher-child ratio of 1:8 additional closures. »» Staff is trained in Early Childhood curriculum, CPR/First Aid, Food Handling CHILD CARE HOTLINE: 206-684-4203 »» Children need to be fully potty trained This is a 24-hour line giving information about program (no diapers or pull-ups permitted) closures due to extreme weather or emergencies. It is updated »» Affordable rates (scholarships available!) each day by 6 a.m. and as needed.

Preschool programs are based on the Creative Curriculum for Preschool from Teaching Strategies. This research-based curriculum offers early childhood educators a comprehensive collection of resources to help them build high-quality programs. Children attending at least three days a week will be observed and assessed using the Creative Curriculum developmental objectives.

Our school-readiness preschool program meets the development needs of young children, focusing on emotional, social, physical, and cognitive skills. Classrooms are set up with rich environments, fun-filled learning areas, consistent schedules and routines, and both large and small group times. Preschool activities include art, blocks, dramatic play, library time, cooking, discovery science, singing, and outdoor play.

Register NOW at your local community center! Ages Days Time Price/month ALKI COMMUNITY CENTER* 3-5 Tu/Th 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $310 3-5 M/W/F 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $454 3-5 M-F 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $694 HIAWATHA CC @SCHMITZ PARK ELEMENTARY 3-5 Tu/Th 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. $310 3-5 M/W/F 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. $454 3-5 M-F 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. $694 *Note: This is a City of Seattle Pathways program, which is an entry level to the Seattle Preschool Program (SPP) where partial or full subsidies are available. Please inquire at the Community Center front desk for an application.

Times and prices may change. Please check with your local community center for details closer to the registration date. 16 | FALL 2019 | register online at seattle.gov/parks Creating community through people, parks, and programs. LICENSED SCHOOL-AGE CARE ÌÌFALL 2019 Program Time 5 days 4 days 3 days Ages 5-12 Do you want your child to have fun, engaging opportunities ALKI COMMUNITY CENTER that support continued learning and personal growth After School 2:30-6 p.m. $547.50 $492.50 $465.50 outside of school? The focus of our program is to provide HIAWATHA COMMUNITY CENTER children with opportunities to develop socially, emotionally, After School 2:30-6 p.m. $547.50 $492.50 $465.50 and physically. The atmosphere at our program is one that emphasizes community relationships, but also recognizes HIAWATHA @GENESEE HILL individual achievement, creativity, and original thinking. We Before School 6-8 a.m. $311.50 $280.50 $264.50 make it our mission to promote self-awareness, self-control, After School 2:30-6 p.m. $547.50 $492.50 $465.50 conflict resolutions skills, and positive decision-making HIAWATHA @LAFAYETTE abilities. We like to work in partnership with our local schools to make sure your child's educational experience is constantly After School 2:30-6 p.m. $547.50 $492.50 $465.50 being enriched. Our trained staff works daily to offer activities HIAWATHA @SCHMITZ PARK* in areas such as: arts and culture, environmental stewardship, After School 2:30-6 p.m. $547.50 $492.50 $465.50 health and fitness, academic support, and more. *If families would like to attend a 5-day before school program at Genesee Hill Elementary, they will be eligible for a 5-day before school price of $311.50. HIGHLIGHTS OF OUR PROGRAM: »» Quality and consistent care with qualified staff HIGH POINT COMMUNITY CENTER »» We welcome all members of the community After School 2:30-6 p.m. $547.50 $492.50 $465.50 »» A morning and afternoon snack will be provided SOUTH PARK COMMUNITY CENTER »» Scholarship applications may be picked up at your local Before School 7-9 a.m. $311.50 $280.50 $264.50 community center, DSHS child care subsidies are also accepted After School 3-6 p.m. $469.50 $421.50 $398.50

Register NOW at your local community center! A non- Details could be subject to change. Please contact your local refundable $25 deposit for each program (before and after- community center if you have any other questions. school) is required during registration, and the remaining monthly fees are due by the 25th of the preceding month. IMPORTANT DATES* 9/2 Labor Day 11/11 Veterans Day 11/28 Thanksgiving 11/29 Day after Thanksgiving 12/25 Christmas Day 1/1 New Year’s Day *Check with your local community center for any additional closures.

register online at seattle.gov/parks | FALL 2019 | 17 LICENSED SCHOOL-AGE CARE ÌÌGENERAL INFORMATION ÌÌCAMP INFORMATION TRANSPORTATION FOR PUBLIC EARLY DISMISSALS SCHOOL STUDENTS Please contact your local community center for details about Seattle Public Schools will transport children within the early dismissals. district’s busing zones. If a child comes from outside the Seattle Schools’ busing zones, or if a child will be coming from BREAK CAMPS: (7 a.m.-6 p.m.) a private school, the family is responsible for transportation. WINTER BREAK CAMP | 12/23/2019-1/3/2020* See the Seattle Public Schools website (http://bit.ly/ FEES sps_student_transportation) or call 206-252-0900 for more »» $188 for 4 days. information. Contact your local community center for more information, as not all sites offer break camps. CHILD CARE HOTLINE: 206-684-4203 *Programs are closed on 12/25/2019 (Christmas) and 1/1/2020 This is a 24-hour line giving information about program (New Year's Day). closures due to extreme weather or emergencies. It is updated each day by 6 a.m. and as needed.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity, in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA (not all bases apply to all programs). Remedies and complaint filing deadlines vary by program or incident.

Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible Agency or USDA's TARGET Center at 202-720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at 1-800-877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.

To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online at https://www.ascr.usda.gov/filing-program- discrimination-complaint-usda-customer and at any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call 866-632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: 202-690-7442; or (3) email: [email protected].

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PRE BALLET KARATE- THE EMPTY HAND Ages 3-4 Ages 7-16 Chassé your way into the world of classical ballet. This class will This class teaches traditional Shotokan Karate based on the teach your child the basic elements of movement and ballet. texts of Gichin Funakoshi and Yasutsune Itosu. Presented Students will improve their coordination and balance, while using a multidisciplinary self-defense approach, by studying learning terminology and ballet etiquette. Jump into class to and practicing basic Karate techniques and strategies, that are learn what it’s like to be a real ballerina! No class on 11/26. designed to defend against larger and/or multiple opponents. #22069 9/10-10/8 Tu 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. $45 #21944 9/9-9/30 M/W 6:30-7:30 p.m. $35 #22072 9/10-10/8 Tu 12:45-1:30 p.m. $45 #21945 10/2-10/30 M/W 6:30-7:30 p.m. $35 #22070 10/15-11/12 Tu 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. $45 #21946 12/2-12/11 M/W 6:30-7:30 p.m. $35 #22077 10/15-11/12 Tu 12:45-1:30 p.m. $45 #21947 11/4-11/27 M/W 6:30-7:30 p.m. $35 #22071 11/19-12/17 Tu 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. $36 #22079 11/19-12/17 Tu 12:45-1:30 p.m. $36 MUSIC THEORY FOR GUITAR Ages 12 and older CREATIVE DACE/INTRO TO PRE BALLET Increase your confidence and knowledge by learning to speak Ages 2-3 musician. If you’re not satisfied with just playing the guitar, it’s Children will learn basic dance skills through creative time to learn music theory, an essential piece for improvisation movement and games. Parents/caregivers are required to and composition. You’ll learn to make use of chords and scales stay with participants during class and are encouraged to and understand how they fit together. Please bring an acoustic participate in the class if interested. No class on 11/26 and guitar. 11/28. DEMO CLASS #22021 9/10-10/8 Tu 10:45-11:15 a.m. $32 9/28 Sa 10- 11:30 a.m. Free #22039 9/12-10/10 Th 10:30-11 a.m. $24 MONTHLY CLASS #22031 10/15-11/5 Tu 10:45-11:15 a.m. $24 #24863 10/5-11/2 Sa 10- 11:30 a.m. $75 #22043 10/17-11/14 Th 10:30-11 a.m. $32 #22045 11/12-12/17 Tu 10:45-11:15 a.m. $26 #22044 11/21-12/12 Th 10:30-11 a.m. $26

DIVINATORY STUDIES Ì Ages 13 and older ÌTEENS Explore the fascinating world of Divination to find your personal connections to Astrology, Numerology, Human TEEN ADVISORY COUNCIL Design, and Tarot. Understanding your own charts and Let your voice be heard while earning service FREE! exploring the foundations of tarot will allow you to begin learning hours and meeting new friends. Snacks doing readings for others. are provided for participants. Please contact Paula at paula. DEMO CLASS [email protected] for more information. 9/28 Sa 11:45- 12:45 p.m. Free 10/2, 11/6, and 12/4 W 3:45-4:45 p.m. MONTHLY CLASS #24864 10/5-11/2 Sa 11:45- 12:45 p.m. $75 SKATE NIGHT VOLUNTEER Earn your service learning hours assisting at Alki’s FREE! GUITAR FOR YOUTH Friday night skate. Contact Paula at paula.pablo@ Ages 8-11 seattle.gov to get signed up. Must be signed up before 9/6 to Give your child the gift of music with this affordable, easy, and participate in September’s program. E-13 required. fun introduction to the guitar. Students will be playing well 9/13, 9/20, and 9/27 F 5:45-7:45 p.m. known melodies or strumming along with their favorite songs in no time. Please bring a guitar (acoustic guitar preferred), a MOVIE CLUB tuner, and guitar picks. Do you like movies, and have tons of opinions FREE! DEMO CLASS after watching them? This club is the perfect fit for 9/28 Sa 1-1:55 p.m. Free you. We’ll watch a movie once per month and write a review, MONTHLY CLASS then post it at Alki for the community to read. E-13 required. #24862 10/5-11/2 Sa 1-1:55 p.m. $75 Please get on the list before 9/27. Contact paula.pablo@ seattle.gov for more information. GUITAR: ADULT AND TEENS 10/9, 11/13, and 12/11 W 3:30 p.m. Ages 12 and older Give the gift of music with this affordable, easy, and fun COOKING CLUB introduction to the guitar. Students will be playing well known Do you like cooking and eating? Come join us and FREE! melodies or strumming along with their favorite songs in do both! Let’s taste the world together through no time. All levels welcome. Advanced players interested food. E-13 required. Please sign up with Paula by 9/27 paula. in teaching classes are also welcome. Please bring a guitar [email protected]. (acoustic guitar preferred), a tuner and guitar picks. 10/2, 11/6, and 12/4 W DEMO CLASS 9/28 Sa 2- 3:25 p.m. Free ÌÌADULT MONTHLY CLASS #24862 10/5-11/2 Sa 2- 3:25 p.m. $75 ADULT POTTERY-WHEEL THROWING Ages 16 and Older Students will learn how to throw on the wheel in a relaxed and supportive environment. Students who have some prior experience on the wheel and would like to work on specific projects are welcome. Longer class time allows for more practice to work on your wheel throwing skills. Space is limited-sign up now. No class on 11/26 and 11/27. #21899 9/10-10/22 Tu 6-9 p.m. $266 #21949 10/29-12/10 Tu 6-9 p.m. $228 #21986 10/30-12/11 W 6-9 p.m. $228 #21980 9/11-10/23 W 6-9 p.m. $266

20 | FALL 2019 | register online at seattle.gov/parks Creating community through people, parks, and programs. ALKI CC ADULT POTTEY-WHEEL THROWING Ì Ages 16 and Older ÌMULTIGENERATIONAL Learn the pottery basics while discovering the beauty of both hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques. Bowls, ART SERIES cups, and plates--oh my! Create vases and other household All Ages items using wheel-throwing techniques, and once you’ve Discover your inner artist while improving your motor skills, perfected your piece, decorate it with color slip, design, and creativity, and self-confidence. Individuals will learn basic art glaze. For those more experienced students, you will have skills and join others to paint as a community of artists in any the opportunity to continue honing your skills by including water medium. Some supplies are available, but feel free to aspects such as texture and symmetry on the wheel. One- bring your own as well. Registration required. on-one guidance and extensive individual attention by an 9/28-11/2 Sa 10 a.m.-11:15 p.m. $90 experienced instructor will build even the most beginner pottery student into a sculptor who can be proud of their SPANISH LANGUAGE AND DANCE work. Space is limited-sign up now. Ages 5 and older #21948 10/29-12/17 Tu 6-9 p.m. $266 ¡Hola! Our program makes learning Spanish fun, easy, and accessible. Your child will obtain a life-long love for the Spanish TABLEWARE WHEEL THROWING language through practical and enjoyable curriculum. Art Ages 18 and Older projects, storytelling, and rehearsing dialogue will allow Learn how to create your own dining set on the wheel at the students to pick up the basics in no time! Alki Bathhouse pottery studio. This class will teach you the 9/28-11/2 Sa 12:45-1:45 p.m. $90 basics of wheel throwing, firing and glazing. Take home your own hand made cups, plates, and bowls! No class on 11/11. FAMILY YOGA AND MINDFULNESS SERIES #21950 9/9-10/21 M 6-9 p.m. $266 All Ages #21897 10/21-12/9 M 6-9 p.m. $266 Your child will enjoy calming breathing and beginner yoga #21965 9/12-10/24 Th 6-9 p.m. $266 poses designed to increase well-being, focus, and self- #21970 10/31-12/12 Th 6-9 p.m. $228 confidence. The class includes group games and creative craft activities. KARATE- THE EMPTY HAND 9/28-11/2 Sa 11:30-12:45 p.m. $90 Ages 18 and Older This class teaches traditional Shotokan Karate based on the WATERCOLOR texts of Gichin Funakoshi and Yasutsune Itosu. Presented Ages 10 and Older using a multidisciplinary self-defense approach, by studying In this course students will be introduced to the many creative and practicing basic Karate techniques and strategies, that are approaches of watercolor painting. Portraits, landscapes, designed to defend against larger and/or multiple opponents. abstract, and working from photos are just some of the subject Come join the fun and get great exercise too! matter that students can look forward to painting. Along the #21891 9/9-9/30 M/W 6:30-7:30 p.m. $50 way we will learn different styles and techniques to make #21892 10/2-10/30 M/W 6:30-7:30 p.m. $50 watercolor painting easy and fun. If you have never painted #21893 11/4-11/27 M/W 6:30-7:30 p.m. $50 before or just want to work on your technique, this class is for #21894 12/2-12/11 M/W 6:30-7:30 p.m. $50 you. All materials will be provided. #25403 9/18-12/18 W 4-5 p.m. $145 HATHA YOGA Ages 18 and Older COLLAGE All levels yoga class. Class varies depending on what students Ages 10 and Older want to work on that day, incorporating a good blend of Collaging is a great way to express yourself! In this class strengthening, stretching, and breathing. Strive to make it all students make abstract and realistic collages using different feel good by the end of class and leave with a smile! mediums. Students will collage with found materials like Location: Alki Bathhouse magazines, shells, seeds and newspapers, as well as provided #21869 9/4-9/25 W 6:15-7:30 p.m. $52 materials like googly eyes, rainbow feathers, tissue paper, #21890 10/2-10/30 W 6:15-7:30 p.m. $65 fabric scraps, buttons, ribbon, and more! This class is intended #21889 11/6-11/27 W 6:15-7:30 p.m. $52 for all skill levels to have fun exploring the different styles of #21887 12/4-12/18 W 6:15-7:30 a.m. $39 collage. All materials provided. Location: Alki Bathhouse #25405 9/18-12/18 W 5:15-6:15 p.m. $145

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JOYFUL MOVEMENT Ages 2-3 PLAYFUL DANCE This class offers independence to those tiny ones who are Ages 3-4 ready to explore on their own. Dancers will enjoy imaginative Through active, imaginative, and multi-sensory play, movement songs, games, stories, and prop play that enhance young dancers become more confident in the basics and their physical, mental, and social-emotional development. are introduced to more complex movement patterns and Students learn foundational dance concepts and steps and are ballet-based vocabulary. Additionally, students will develop given the freedom to discover their own way of moving. coordination, dance skills, and stability. #23044 9/10-10/29 Tu 4:10-4:55 p.m. $181 #23046 9/10-10/29 Tu 5-5:55 p.m. $181 #23494 11/5-12/17 Tu 4:10-4:55 p.m. $136 #23048 11/5-12/17 Tu 5-5:55 p.m. $136

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WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON CLUBHOUSE FORMATIVE BREAKING Ages 5-12 Ages 6-8 Come join us for Wednesday Clubhouse, an early dismissal Students in this class will become confident in foundational afternoon program with time for homework, book club, breakdance skills like toprock, footwork, freezes, and introductory computer lab time, group and individual projects. Also find power moves. Students willdeepen their sense of body indoor and outdoor games and activities, gardening projects, awareness and rhythm through freestyling, and learn routines cooking time, and more. A small snack is available. that encourage confident self-expression. Each season, MMD #22912 9/11-9/25 W 1:30-4:30 p.m. $120 dance classes integrate an academic or real-world topic in a #22954 10/2-10/30 W 1:30-4:30 p.m. $120 developmentally appropriate way. #22955 11/6-11/20 W 1:30-4:30 p.m. $120 #23058 9/11-10/30 W 5-5:55 p.m. $202 #22956 12/4-12/18 W 1:30-4:30 p.m. $120 #23061 11/6-12/18 W 5-5:55 p.m. $152 BREAK DANCING TOTS FORMATIVE BALLET Ages 5-6 Ages 7-9 This class provides young dancers an energetic and upbeat Dancers build a foundational understanding of ballet introduction to breakdance and hip hop grooves. In a safe, technique and alignment focused on the individual’s abilities. structured, and supportive class environment, dancers will This class combines traditional ballet forms with creative gain coordination and confidence through freestyling, playing dance concepts to help students cultivate their sense of games, and learning combinations to fun, age-appropriate artistry and self-confidence. Students will practice at the barre songs. Each season, MMD dance classes integrate an academic and floor exercises and explore choreography. or real-world topic in a developmentally appropriate way. #23500 9/12-10/31 Th 4:30-5:30 p.m. $177 #23054 9/11-10/30 W 4:15-5 p.m. $181 #23501 11/7-12/19 Th 4:30-5:30 p.m. $152 #23056 11/6-12/18 W 4:15-5 p.m. $136 FORMATIVE MODERN CREATIVE BALLET Ages 7-9 Ages 5-6 Students in Formative Modern are given the tools of modern A follow-up to the Playful Dance course, this class gives dance vocabulary and concepts so that they can access growing students a chance to expand their horizons and their own freedom of expression. This class introduces abilities to strengthen their confidence, control, musicality and dancers to the history and fundamentals of American ability to collaborate. Students will be introduced to the ballet modern dance. As the year progresses, students will barre and learn choreography tools. incorporate spatial awareness, musicality, and community #23051 9/10-10/29 Tu 6-6:50 p.m. $181 collaboration as they learn how to communicate emotions, #23053 11/5-12/17 Tu 6-6:50 p.m. $136 ideas, and stories through movement. Each season, MMD dance classes integrate an academic or real-world topic in a GUITAR FOR YOUTH developmentally appropriate way. Ages 8-11 #23502 9/12-10/31 Th 5:30-6:30 p.m. $177 Give your child the gift of music with this affordable, easy and #23503 11/7-12/19 Th 5:30-6:30 p.m. $152 fun introduction to the guitar. By the end of the eight week course, the student will be playing well known melodies or strumming along with their favorite songs. Student, please bring a guitar (acoustic guitar preferred), a tuner and guitar picks. Pase regisr #25089 9/12-11/7 Th 3-3:55 p.m. $116 rly avoid disappoi me . SOMETIMES COURSES ARE CANCELED BECAUSE PEOPLE WAIT TOO LONG TO REGISTER!

NEXT STEP BREAKING PIANO INSTRUCTION Ages 9-12 Ages 5 and Older Students in this class will expand their knowledge of breaking, Weekly private lessons for beginner, intermediate, and learn more complex variations of top rock and footwork, advanced students from age 5 through high school, and and explore stronger power moves. Dancers will become beyond. The lesson plans include a balance of theory, ear confident expressing themselves through freestyling, battling, training, sight-reading, and repertoire appropriate to the and learning routines. Each season, MMD dance classes student’s level and musical ability. Each time slot is 30 minutes, integrate an academic or real-world topic. and by appointment only. #23063 9/11-10/30 W 6-7 p.m. $202 #22980 9/9-9/30 M 3:30-4 p.m. $100 #23064 11/6-12/18 W 6-7 p.m. $152 #22981 9/9-9/30 M 4-4:30 p.m. $100 #22982 9/9-9/30 M 4:30-5 p.m. $100 Ì #22983 9/9-9/30 M 5-5:30 p.m. $100 ÌTEENS #22985 9/9-9/30 M 5:30-6 p.m. $100 #22986 9/9-9/30 M 6-6:30 p.m. $100 DROP IN: AFTER #22987 9/9-9/30 M 6:30-7 p.m. $100 SCHOOL HOOPS FREE! #22988 9/9-9/30 M 7-7:30 p.m. $100 Ages 11-19 #22990 10/7-10/28 M 3:30-4 p.m. $100 Calling all Middle School and High School Hooper's in the #22991 10/7-10/28 M 4-4:30 p.m. $100 West Seattle area to come in after school and play 5 on 5 open #22992 10/7-10/28 M 4:30-5 p.m. $100 gym. We will have the clock running 15 minutes per game, #22993 10/7-10/28 M 5-5:30 p.m. $100 so everyone gets a chance to play. These games will not be #22994 10/7-10/28 M 5:30-6 p.m. $100 refereed but there will be a court monitor present. #22995 10/7-10/28 M 6-6:30 p.m. $100 #23069 9/4-11/6 W 5-7 p.m. #22997 10/7-10/28 M 6:30-7 p.m. $100 #22998 10/7-10/28 M 7-7:30 p.m. $100 DROP IN: FOOTBALL #23000 11/4-11/18 M 3:30-4 p.m. $50 AND FOOD FREE! #23002 11/4-11/18 M 4-4:30 p.m. $50 Ages 14-19 #23003 11/4-11/18 M 4:30-5 p.m. $50 Teens can come in on Monday's during Monday Night Football #23004 11/4-11/18 M 5-5:30 p.m. $50 and watch the game while eating and enjoying each other's #23005 11/4-11/18 M 5:30-6 p.m. $50 company. Staff will prepare a meal (teens are encouraged to #23006 11/4-11/18 M 6-6:30 p.m. $50 help with meal prep when needed) and have the game playing #23007 11/4-11/18 M 6:30-7 p.m. $50 in the teen room. Come on in and root for your favorite NFL #23008 11/4-11/18 M 7-7:30 p.m. $50 teams this season. #22996 12/2-12/16 M 3:30-4 p.m. $75 #23067 9/9-12/16 M 5-7:30 p.m. #23009 12/2-12/16 M 4-4:30 p.m. $75 #23010 12/2-12/16 M 4:30-5 p.m. $75 Ì #23011 12/2-12/16 M 5-5:30 p.m. $75 ÌMULTIGENERATIONAL #23012 12/2-12/16 M 5:30-6 p.m. $75 #23013 12/2-12/16 M 6-6:30 p.m. $75 GUITAR: ADULT AND TEENS #23014 12/2-12/16 M 6:30-7 p.m. $75 Ages 12 and Older #23015 12/2-12/16 M 7-7:30 p.m. $75 Give yourself or a loved one the gift of music with this affordable, easy, and fun introduction to the guitar. By the end of the class you'll be playing well known melodies or strumming along with your favorite songs. This class is a music community experience to help you develop along your unique interests and ability level. Intermediate players can also join and grow from taking this class. Advance players interested in teaching classes are also welcome. Please bring a guitar (acoustic guitar preferred), a tuner and guitar picks. Early and late class offerings. #25090 9/12-11/7 Th 4-5:25 p.m. $136 #25091 9/12-11/7 Th 5:30-6:55 p.m. $136

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VOLUNTEER AND COMMUNITY PRE-SOCCER SUPPORT NEEDED! Age 4 We are always looking for dedicated neighbors to assist Children will have fun and learn the basic techniques of us as we deliver high-quality programs to our wonderful soccer; all while building self-esteem and learning to follow community. Volunteer to teach a program, assist in general at instructions in a nurturing teaching environment. Shin guards the Center, help with special events, or serve on our Advisory are required after the first meeting. KLS class status hotline 1 Council. Get involved now and join us as we build a better (888) 372-5803. future for our community! Call us at 206-684-7441 for more #23242 9/14-10/26 Sa 4:10-4:45 p.m. $107 details and other ways to offer your support! TINY-HAWK MULTI-SPORT Ì Ages 3-5 ÌTOTS The essentials of soccer and basketball are introduced in a fun and safe environment with lots of encouragement. Children PARENT AND ME SOCCER will learn balance, body movement, hand/eye coordination, Ages 2-3½ and skill development through games tailored to their Introduce your toddler to the world’s most popular sport! As attention spans. Children must be toilet trained in order to you participate together in our fun activities, your child will participate. Go to www.skyhawks.com for more detailed develop their socialization and large motor skills. KLS class information and sample schedules. status hotline 1 (888) 372-5803 #22560 9/18-11/6 W 10-10:45 a.m. $126 #23239 9/14-10/26 Sa 5:30-6 p.m. $107 TOT SOCCER PARENT AND ME: CREATIVE MOVEMENT Ages 3½-4 Ages 2-4 Little tykes will enjoy running and kicking just like the big kids! We use movement and music to stimulate brain reflexes, teach Encourages large motor skill development through fun soccer social/emotional learning skills, and encourage joy and self- games and introduces small children to the group setting. Shin expression. Music, props, and brain-integrated dance games guards are required after the first meeting. KLS class status let this class strengthen bodies, minds, and souls of little hotline 1 (888) 372-5803. ones. Parents should attend class to bond and assist in their #23244 9/14-10/26 Sa 4:50-5:20 p.m. $107 participation! #22557 9/18-10/23 W 9:15-9:55 a.m. $90 #22559 10/30-12/4 W 9:15-9:55 a.m. $90

TUMBLING Ages 2-5 Let’s tumble! Come join our experience and encouraging teachers and learn how to roll, tumble, balance, and explore movement. Your child will improve their self-confidence, body awareness, and learn a few gymnastics skills while having fun in a safe, positive environment. An additional $5 insurance fee will be required when registering for this class. This non-refundable fee covers your child's participation in all gymnastics, tumbling, parkour, or circus arts classes at SPR facilities for one year from the date of purchase. Ages 2-3 #22562 9/17-10/22 Tu 10-10:45 a.m. $80 #22563 10/29-12/3 Tu 10-10:45 a.m. $80 Ages 4-5 #22561 9/17-10/22 Tu 11-11:45 a.m. $80 #22564 10/29-12/3 Tu 11-11:45 a.m. $80

CREATIVE MOVEMENT Ages 3-6 Ì We use movement and music to stimulate brain reflexes, teach ÌTEENS social/emotional learning skills, and encourage joy and self- expression. Music, props, and brain-integrated dance games let this class strengthen bodies, minds, and souls of little DROP-IN: AFTER SCHOOL ones. Parents should attend class to bond and assist in their Ages 11-19 FREE! participation! Daily activities set up by teens for teens including #22556 9/18-10/23 W 10-10:40 a.m. $90 volleyball, basketball, badminton, current music, and more. #22558 10/30-12/4 W 10-10:40 a.m. $90 FREE Wi-Fi access. #22577 9/3-12/20 M-F 3:35-5 p.m. Ì INTRO TO ORIENTEERING ÌYOUTH Ages 14-19 FREE! Join us for a series on map-and-compass SOCCER 1: TECHNIQUES AND TEAMWORK navigation. Learn the basics of orienteering using modern Ages 5-6 tools in our month long series, and apply them on a field trip Players will learn dribbling, passing, defense and shooting! hike at the end of the course. No experience necessary, come Every participant will have a ball at their feet for skill games prepared to be outside. and later we’ll add small-sided soccer matches. Perfect for first #22585 9/10-10/1 Tu 4-5:30 p.m. time players and kids with some experience. Shin guards are required after the first meeting. KLS class status hotline 1 (888) 372-5803. #23241 9/14-10/26 Sa 3:20-4:05 p.m. $107 SOCCER 2: SKILLZ AND SCRIMMAGES Ages 7-9 Kids will have a great time developing core soccer skills like dribbling, passing and shooting as a team. Each class will include individual skill building and scrimmages. All levels are welcome! Shin guards are required after the first meeting. KLS class status hotline 1 (888) 372-5803 #23240 9/14-10/26 Sa 2:30-3:15 p.m. $107

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BEGINNER SHOTOKAN KARATE Ages 8 and Older Always wanted to give martial arts a try? Here’s your chance! The fundamentals of any martial art are based on developing an understanding of how your body works and how to move in space with and without a partner/opponent. Classes focus on kihon (basic techniques), kata (forms), and kumite (partner work), develop self-confidence and self-defense and are taught by a 3rd degree black belt instructor with over 20 years of teaching experience. For younger students, parents are encouraged to remain in class with their child to assist in their learning. Register by month, class meets twice per week. #22546 9/4-9/30 M/W 6-6:45 p.m. $40 #22548 10/2-10/30 M/W 6-6:45 p.m. $45 #22549 11/4-11/27 M/W 6-6:45 p.m. $35 #22552 12/2-12/30 M/W 6-6:45 p.m. $40 INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED SHOTOKAN KARATE Ages 16 and Older This class is for students with at least one year of training in Shotokan Karate. Join us for class sessions guided by instructors with over 20 years of teaching experience. #22547 9/4-9/30 M/W 6:45-8 p.m. $40 #22550 10/2-10/30 M/W 6:45-8 p.m. $45 #22551 11/4-11/27 M/W 6:45-8 p.m. $35 #22553 12/2-12/30 M/W 6:45-8 p.m. $40

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TODDLER PLAY AND DANCE BALLET 1 Ages 2-3 Ages 4-6 Come enjoy music and toddler favorites, while moving our This class encourages young dancers to learn through bodies and working on our coordination. We’ll do tippy toe repetition and praise. Here students will learn ballet class walking, plié, relevé, play, and use our imagination as well. structure and basics of ballet. We will work on ballet Parents can join in if they choose. vocabulary and confidence. #20943 9/17-9/24 Tu 10-10:30 a.m. $16 #20825 9/17-9/24 Tu 10:45-11:15 a.m. $16 #20947 10/1-10/22 Tu 10-10:30 a.m. $32 #20826 10/1-10/22 Tu 10:45-11:15 a.m. $32 #20948 11/5-11/19 Tu 10-10:30 a.m. $24 #20827 11/5-11/19 Tu 10:45-11:15 a.m. $24 #20946 12/3-12/17 Tu 10-10:30 a.m. $24 #24837 12/3-12/17 Tu 10:45-11:15 a.m. $24 #20944 9/26-10/24 Th 10-10:30 a.m. $40 #20828 9/18-9/25 W 10:30-11 a.m. $16 #24841 11/7-11/21 Th 10-10:30 a.m. $24 #20829 10/2-10/23 W 10:30-11 a.m. $32 #24842 12/5-12/19 Th 10-10:30 a.m. $24 #20833 11/6-11/20 W 10:30-11 a.m. $24 #24838 12/4-12/18 W 10:30-11 a.m. $24 #20831 9/26-10/24 Th 10:45-11:15 a.m. $40 #20832 11/7-11/21 Th 10:45-11:15 a.m. $24 #24839 12/5-12/19 Th 10:45-11:15 a.m. $24

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BALLET 2 Ì Ages 6-10 ÌADULT This class is designed for dancers with previous experience, and or an older student new to ballet. We will focus on classic WEST SEATTLE TAE KWON DO CLUB ballet structure and fine tuning the basics and expanding our Ages 18 and Older dancing repertoire. Learn Tae Kwon Do, a Korean martial art known primarily for its #20834 9/18-9/25 W 6:35-7:05 p.m. $16 fast sparring techniques, dynamic forms, and strong kicks. We #20836 10/2-10/23 W 6:35-7:05 p.m. $32 focus on self-improvement in a non-competitive atmosphere #20835 11/6-11/20 W 6:35-7:05 p.m. $24 that promotes unity, respect, and indomitable spirit. Improve #24840 12/4-12/18 W 6:35-7:05 p.m. $24 physical abilities as well as mental attributes. #14371 9/5-9/30 M/Th 6:30-7:45 p.m. BALLET AND TUMBLING CLASS Sa 10 a.m.-Noon $38 Ages 4-7 #20951 10/3-10/31 M/Th 6:30-7:45 p.m. Students will learn the basics of ballet and practice Sa 10 a.m.-Noon $38 coordination and balance while incorporating tumbling skills. #20952 11/2-11/25 M/Th 6:30-7:45 p.m. We will work on ballet vocabulary, confidence, and flexibility Sa 10 a.m.-Noon $38 through tumbling. An additional $5 annual insurance fee will #24852 12/2-12/30 M/Th 6:30-7:45 p.m. be required prior to registration for all gymnastics, tumbling Sa 10 a.m.-Noon $38 and cheerleading classes at the Seattle Parks and Recreation facilities. Ì #20822 9/18-9/25 W 5:45-6:25 p.m. $18 ÌMULTIGENERATIONAL #20823 10/2-10/23 W 5:45-6:25 p.m. $36 #20824 11/6-11/20 W 5:45-6:25 p.m. $27 PIANO INSTRUCTION #24821 12/4-12/18 W 5:45-6:25 p.m. $27 Ages 5 and Older Piano instruction for all ages. These lessons are one-on-one with a qualified instructor. #20904 9/11-11/20 W 1-5 p.m. $22 #23820 9/11-11/20 W 5:30-7:30 p.m. $22 #21756 9/7-11/23 Sa 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. $22 #20874 9/5-11/21 Th 4-8:30 p.m. $22 #21758 12/5-12/19 Th 4-8 p.m. $22 PIANO INSTRUCTION A FREE year round outdoor Ages 5 and Older recreation and environmental Learn your favorite holiday piano pieces in December, and education program for teens surprise your family and friends. Seasonal themed theory, sight 14-19 years old citywide. reading and rhythm/rote activities are part of piano lessons in December. These lessons are one-on-one with a qualified PROGRAMMING INCLUDES: instructor. » After-School Workshops #21759 12/4-12/18 W 1-7:30 p.m. $22 » Overnight and Day Trips » Service Projects #21757 12/7-12/21 Sa 10 a.m.-3 p.m. $22 » Week Long Expeditions » Paid Internships GET INVOLVED TODAY! NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY. seattle.gov/parks/teens/o2

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ACOBATICS AND CIRCUS ARTS SISTER CIRCLE Ages 5-6 Ages 12-16 FREE! This beginning circus class will keep you moving! Instructors This program is specifically for young women to from the School of Acrobatic and New Circus Arts will teach support peers and build positive relationships. Young women tumbling, wire walking, juggling, trampoline, rolling globe, between the ages of 10+ are welcome to discover all of and acrobatics. Don't miss out on the fun and sign up now. themselves with sisters of a common goal. An additional $5 annual insurance fee will be required prior #23400 9/5-12/19 Th 5:30-7 p.m. to registration for all gymnastics, tumbling and cheerleading classes at the Seattle Parks and Recreation facilities. This non- BOYS TO MEN refundable fee covers a child's participation for the one year Ages 17 and Older FREE! from the date that the insurance is purchased. Fellas', it’s time to step your game up! This young #24027 9/9-10/14 M 5-6 p.m. $39 men's group provides a platform to learn, experience and #24028 10/21-12/16 M 5-6 p.m. $39 grow; providing young men with a forum to have confidential conversations on topics that are most relevant in their lives. INTRO TO PIANO #23401 9/10-12/17 Tu 5-6:15 p.m. Ages 6-10 FREE! This program offers an A to Z introduction to LBGT AND ALLIES: BUILDING playing piano for those who have never played before, and AN ALLY NATION FREE! those who are playing but want to learn more about piano Ages 14-18 music theory. Young adults, it is time to roll up our sleeves and get to work. #23389 9/6-10/25 F 4-5 p.m. We are recruiting young adults who are interested in building #23387 9/8-10/27 S 1-2 p.m. collaborations and alliances between the Seattle Parks and #23388 9/8-10/27 S 1-2 p.m. Recreation staff and alternate teens so that every community #23390 11/1-12/20 F 4-5 p.m. center is a welcoming and safe space. If you have a passion for social justice and a desire to flex your civic leadership muscles, this opportunity may be a good fit for you. You can participate in this project as an afterschool program, service- learning opportunity or internship. If you would like to have Pase regisr this as an internship opportunity, please ensure that you have completed both Coping and Support Training and Race: The rly avoid Power of an Illusion Training. disappoi me . #23399 9/6-12/27 F 7:30-9 p.m. SOMETIMES COURSES ARE CANCELED BECAUSE PEOPLE WAIT TOO LONG TO REGISTER!

TEEN FALL HIKING PROGRAM Ages 13-17 FREE! Come witness the change of seasons from summer to fall at the top of the world! Dress for winter and summer, as the alpine climate can be cold in the morning and hot in the afternoon! Bring lunch, water, and athletic clothing, as well as sunglasses, a hat, and a warm jacket (layers are best!). Call Bryce at the South Park Community Center (206- 684-7451) to sign up. Deadline for registration is two weeks prior to each trip. #23396 9/28-10/26 Sa 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. COPING AND SUPPORT TRAINING FREE! Ages 14-18 This training offers any teen tools to use for emotional and social balance. CAST delivers life training and social support in Ì a small group format targeting three overall goals: increased ÌADULT mood management, improved school performance, and decreased drug risk behavior. Participants who complete ZUMBA CAST are eligible to interview for an internship with the Youth Ages 16 and Older FREE! Career Training Program. Free class co-hosted by Seattle Parks and #23397 9/6-11/22 F 7-9 p.m. Recreation and SeaMar. Join the party and get a full workout! This is a drop in program. FOOD SAFETY TRAINING #23708 9/5-12/26 Th 5:30-6:30 p.m. Ages 14-18 FREE! Are you looking for a part time job that involves INDOOR ROWING AND FITNESS handling food served to the public? Washington State Ages 17 and Older FREE! requires that all food workers have food safety training before Join us for indoor rowing and fitness classes handling food served to the public. South Park Late Night for those interested in getting in shape with a whole-body will not only provide the training but pay for the card as well. workout. Classes will be based around the Concept 2 Now that's winning! Ergometer and encompass core training and circuit training #23363 9/13 F 7-9 p.m. classes. This is a self-led class. #23367 10/11 F 7-9 p.m. #23393 9/3-12/31 Tu 6-7 p.m. #23369 11/8 F 7-9 p.m. #23370 12/13 F 7-9 p.m. ÌÌMULTIGENERATIONAL

MARTIAL ARTS Ages 7 and Older This is a martial arts program that the whole family can take! Jam-packed with fun martial arts exercises, participants build leadership skills by setting goals and reaching for the stars. Accomplishments are rewarded with plenty of positive reinforcement, so everyone feels great about their progress. #23358 9/9-9/30 M/Th 6:45-8:30 p.m. $36 #23359 10/3-10/31 M/Th 6:45-8:30 p.m. $36 #23361 11/4-11/25 M/Th 6:45-8:30 p.m. $36 #23362 12/2-12/30 M/Th 6:45-8:30 p.m. $36

32 | FALL 2019 | register online at seattle.gov/parks Creating community through people, parks, and programs. YESLER CC

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YESLER ATHLETIC CLASS Ages 9-18 Sign up for tutoring and basketball class meeting on Tuesdays and Fridays. Homework help is provided each day before the drills and skills. Activities will be supervised by Drills and Skills Staff to ensure that everyone gets a chance to participate. Participants will improve their physical fitness and basketball, leadership, communication, teamwork, and hand-eye coordination skill. E-13 forms are required. #21002 8/9-11/27 Tu-F 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. $30

DROP IN: DRILLS & SKILLS HOMEWORK TIME SCHOOL Ages 13-16 FREE! AGE CHILDREN FREE! Teens will participate in team sports with Ages 8-24 supervision from Drills and Skills Staff. Everyone gets a chance This class is part of our ESL program, and helps immigrants to participate and enjoyed the activities offered. Participants living in Seattle Public Housing study for their US Citizenship will improve their physical fitness, as well as basketball, test. leadership, communication, teamwork, and hand-eye #23647 9/16-11/27 M/W 2:30-5 p.m. coordination skills as they play games against their peers. #20987 9/3-12/20 M-F 4-6:45 p.m. MENTORING PROGRAM AT YESLER AGES NEEDED DROP-IN: BIG BRAIN Join our community based mentoring program with over SUPERHEROES FREE! a decade of experience recruiting and training mentors, Ages 6-16 connecting them with youth that are at risk of being We’re on a mission to tap into the hidden strengths that all undereducated or are overlooked for job/life enriching young people have through Science, Technology, Engineering, opportunities . Art, and Mathematics (STEAM). The Big-Brained Superheroes #21000 9/9-12/16 M 5:30-7:30 p.m. $10 Club (The BBSC) is, at its core, about community coming together to create. We’re exercising our real-life superpowers, KYOKUSHIN KARATE Leadership, Teamwork, and Adventure, to build a kinder, Ages 8 and Older nerdier, more imaginative world. Students will learn the sport side of Kyokushin Karate, a #20994 9/4-12/20 M/W/F 5-7 p.m. traditional martial art, and apply those skills to self defense situations. Students will benefit from increased stamina, Ì strength, and flexibility as well as greater confidence and self ÌADULT discipline. Class is suitable for all levels of ability, for children and adults. Families are welcome. COMPUTER BASICS #20997 9/9-9/30 M 6-7:45 p.m. $25 FOR ADULTS DROP IN FREE! #20998 11/4-11/18 M 6-7:45 p.m. $25 Ages 18 and Older #20999 10/7-10/21 M 6-7:45 p.m. $25 This is a Multi- facilitated lab time. This program is ongoing and it happens every Tuesday & Thursday. Students can ask or YESLER MUSIC PROGRAM learn basics skills in computer, how to access internet, email Ages 14-54 and how to enroll into low cost internet service. Come join us and learn how to play in an orchestra. These #23644 9/17-12/12 Tu/Th 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. classes are instructed by members of the Seattle Music Partners and students will learn a number of instruments and ESL- BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS music theory through the lens of classic orchestration. Ages 18 and Older FREE! #21003 9/4-11/27 W 6-8 p.m. $100 This course is designed for immigrants living in Seattle Public Housing. This class is 11 weeks long and meets twice a week on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The course covers basics English such as writing, and filling out applications. #23645 9/10-11/26 Tu/Th 4-6 p.m. Pase regisr rly avoid disappoi me . SOMETIMES COURSES ARE CANCELED BECAUSE PEOPLE WAIT TOO LONG TO REGISTER!

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EXPLORE THE WILD SIDE OF SEATTLE THROUGH YOUR ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING CENTERS! Many Seattle parks now have programs for adults and families focusing on the natural and cultural history of Puget Sound and your role in that history. Contact an environmental learning center to learn more about these unique programs.

DISCOVERY PARK CAMP LONG 206-386-4236 206-684-7434 3801 Discovery Park Blvd 5200 35th Ave SW [email protected] [email protected] » located 5 miles » located in West Seattle northwest of downtown » 68-acre forested park with Seattle hiking trails » 8 miles of trails » climbing rock with » ponds, saltwater instructors beaches, forests, and » rustic cabins for rent PIANO LESSONS meadows » wetlands loaded with Ages 5 and Older frogs and salamanders These lessons are one-on-one with a qualified instructor. CARKEEK PARK » campfi re programs Classes cannot be scheduled on-line. Call the Yesler 206-684-0877 Community Center at 206-386-1245 to schedule a lesson 950 NW Carkeek Park Road during the listed times. Please be prepared to schedule a [email protected] 30-minute lesson. » located in North Seattle #21001 9/5-12/26 Tu/Th 3-9 p.m. $30 » roam the trails » play at the playground » explore the historic Piper’s Orchard

Learn about and sign up for programs on SPARC, an online registration service. Each park also has its own web page at: http://www.seattle.gov/parks/fi nd/ environmental-education-and-outdoor-learning register online at seattle.gov/parks | FALL 2019 | 35

Contact your local pool for more information! BALLARD POOL 1471 NW 67th St • (206) 684-4094 seattle.gov/parks/aquatics/Ballardp.htm EVANS POOL 7201 E Green Lake Drive N • (206) 684-4961 seattle.gov/parks/aquatics/Evanspool.htm HELENE MADISON POOL 13401 Meridian Ave N • (206) 684-4979 seattle.gov/parks/aquatics/madisonpool.htm MEADOWBROOK POOL © Doug Mahugh 10515 35th Ave NE • (206) 684-4989 seattle.gov/parks/aquatics/meadowbrookpool.htm MEDGAR EVERS POOL Fitness 500 23rd Ave • (206) 684-4766 Deep Water, Shallow seattle.gov/parks/aquatics/everspool.htm Water, Masters, and other QUEEN ANNE POOL 1920 1st Ave W • (206) 386-4282 fitness opportunities seattle.gov/parks/aquatics/queenannepool.htm available! RAINIER BEACH POOL 8825 Rainier Ave S • (206) 386-1925 seattle.gov/parks/aquatics/rainierbeachpool.htm SOUTHWEST POOL 2801 SW Thistle St • (206) 684-7440 Recreation seattle.gov/parks/aquatics/swpool.htm Public Swim, Family Summer Only Swim, Lap Pool and COLMAN POOL more! 8603 Fauntleroy Way SW • (206) 684-7494 seattle.gov/parks/aquatics/colman.htm LOWERY C. “POP” MOUNGER POOL 2535 32nd Ave W • (206) 684-4708 seattle.gov/parks/aquatics/mounger.htm

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REFUNDS DAKOTA PLACE PARK Staff at the facility will review the complete refund policy with 4304 SW DAKOTA, SEATTLE you when your rental is booked. Refunds, minus non-refundable »» Capacity: 140 seated inside, additional seating outside charges and penalty fees, will be granted if proper notification is for 25 people given at least 14 days before the rental. Cancellations made less »» Chairs: 75 than 14 days will be assessed greater fees, with the condition »» Tables: 7 Rectangular (2.5 x 6); that the space is rented to someone else. This statement does 9 Round (40 inch diameter) not include all elements of the refund policy. Please make sure »» Separate and private restrooms for men and women. you discuss this with the staff person booking your rental. Full »» Amenities: Refrigerator, A/V, kitchenette text of the refund policy is available at (no additional fee) www.seattle.gov/parks/reservations. Tours: Sat 8:30-10:30 am Please call Event Scheduling at 206-684-7254. If you have any questions, please contact the staff at the facility where the rental will take place. Rental rates are subject to change. Contact your community center for more RESERVATIONS AND CONFIRMATIONS information. Room, pool, hangar, and gym rentals are available on a first- come, first-served basis. All reservations must be made in COMMUNITY CENTERS/ROOMS AND CAPACITIES advance, particularly if staff is needed outside of operational SITE SMALL MED LARGE KITCHEN GYM hours. Rental spaces are not confirmed until payment has been Alki CC 40/45 75 150 large received in full and the Facility and Rental Agreement forms are completed and signed. You will be given a copy of these forms. Delridge CC (2)52 103 large 435 Hiawatha CC (3)10 150 small 275 RENTAL RATES WITH ALCOHOL High Point CC 10/29 49 184 large 376 AT COMMUNITY CENTERS With advance approval, rental groups may serve alcohol when a Southwest TLC Please contact center at 206-684-7438 community center is closed to the public. Groups are required to South Park CC (2)49 85 134 large 376 submit a letter requesting to serve alcohol at their event Yesler CC Please contact center at 206-386-1245 »» Damage Deposit $500. Work with center coordinator, allow 45 days processing. WEST SEATTLE/SHELTERHOUSES AND CAPACITIES »» Staff fee $30 per hour /per staff (min. 2 staff) SITE LARGE +1 additional hour Alki Beach Bathhouse »» $75 City of Seattle Alcohol Permit Fee Dakota Place Park Building »» Banquet Permit (www.liq.wa.gov/licensing/banquet- 4304 SW Dakota, Seattle 212 permits) purchased from the Liquor Control Board $10. »» Liability insurance required and may be covered by some caterers or by your home owner’s insurance policy. Other conditions outlined in Seattle Parks Alcohol Policy and Guidelines page. This will be provided to you at the time of your reservation. HOURLY ROOM AND GYMNASIUM RENTAL FEES RENTAL PRICES ARE IN THE PROCESS OF BEING SET BY CITY COUNCIL AND WERE NOT AVAILABLE BEFORE THIS PUBLICATION WAS PRINTED. HERE IS WHERE YOU CAN FIND THE MOST UP TO DATE PRICING INFORMATION http://bit.ly/spr_fees_and_charges.

38 | FALL 2019 | register online at seattle.gov/parks Creating community through people, parks, and programs. GENERAL INFO Pool Personal Lesson Refund/Transfer Policy REGISTER ONLINE! A participant may be issued a refund if he/she drops a lesson, and notifies the program coordinator, 14 days prior to the scheduled READY - Please visit our web site at date. A service charge of $5 or 10% of the fee, whichever is greater, will be retained by the facility. If a participant drops a http://bit.ly/spr_registration_account and create personal lesson with less than 14 days notice, no refund will be given. Transfers will be accepted for personal lessons with at least an account for our registration system, and verify 48 hours notice. Any open dates or times may be considered. No your information is correct. transfers will be accepted with less than 48 hours' notice. Group Lesson Refund Policy SET - See what classes and programs are available When the withdraw occurs before the second lesson, the session will be pro-rated and a withdraw fee will be assessed. The for registration. withdraw fee will be 10%. GO - Register for programs and get active! Class cancellations To cover the cost of providing a program, we need a specific number of participants. If too few people sign up for a class, we must cancel it. We’ll notify you (at the latest) one or two days Payment before the class start date. When possible, we will postpone a You can pay for classes and other activities in person or by cancelled class for a week to allow for more enrollments; if the phone during regular facility hours. You can also register online class minimum is not met by then, we will have to cancel it. by following the directions above. Rentals may be paid by telephone with a credit card. We accept Visa, MasterCard, and Waiting lists American Express. Please make checks and money orders out to We will create waiting lists for all filled classes. Please be sure to City of Seattle. Please note: Payment is due when you register, sign up if you are interested in a class that is full, because class unless we have indicated otherwise. If your check is returned for openings often become available. If demand is high, we will try insufficient funds, your registration will be cancelled until you to form another class. Please contact us for space availability. pay the amount due plus a $20 fee. Registration is not complete and a spot in the class cannot be held without payment in full. Scholarships Seattle Parks and Recreation wants to ensure that our activities, Fees and charges classes and sports are available to everyone, regardless of their ARC-Our Advisory Council provides the programs and activities ability to pay. To apply for a scholarship, please talk to a member listed in this brochure under an agreement with Seattle Parks of our staff. and Recreation. Fees are used to offset the cost of providing the programs. Program charges include a user fee paid to Seattle Anti-discrimination Parks and Recreation to defray operating costs. Washington As a matter of policy, law, and commitment, Seattle Parks and State sales tax is also included where applicable. Recreation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, City-Fees and charges are necessary to provide financial marital status, sexual orientation, political ideology, age, creed, support to Seattle Parks and Recreation for the operating costs religion, ancestry, national origin, or the presence of any sensory, of programs, facilities and grounds. The revenue generated mental, or physical handicap. by these fees constitutes only a portion of funds required for operating and maintaining the Parks system. All fees collected Accommodation for people with disabilities from activities and concessions are used exclusively for the Parks We will make reasonable accommodation, upon request, for system as these funds are deposited in the Parks and Recreation people with disabilities. For sign language interpretation, Fund, not the City General Fund. Swimming pool fees and auxiliary aids or other accommodations, please call 206-615-0140 charges are set by City Council. or TDD 206-684-4950. Please allow 10 working days’ advance notice. If a class or activity is scheduled in an area that is not Confirmations accessible for wheelchairs, we will make every effort to help you Sorry, we cannot confirm class registration by mail or phone, find a similar program in an accessible location. but we will notify you by phone if your class is postponed or cancelled. Special Populations For information on programs for youth/adults with disabilities, Refunds please call the Special Populations Office at 206-684-4950, or It is the policy of Seattle Parks and Recreation and the Associated visit the web at: www.cityofseattle.net/parks/SpecialPops/index. Recreation Council that: htm. -A full refund will be issued for any program, activity, or reservation that is cancelled for any reason by the Department Interested in teaching? or the Associated Recreation Council. Note: School-age We’re always looking for top quality instructors to offer unique care programs are subject to the following exceptions from courses. We choose class offerings based on participants’ the published refund policy: 1) No refund/credit is given if interest and space availability. If you have a special talent, skill, program is canceled due to emergency or weather for the first or knowledge you would like to share with others in a class or two cancelled days, 2) Cancellation of daily sessions will not workshop format, please contact your local community center. be rescheduled. Credits will be determined by the Parks OST Manager on a case by case basis. Insurance -Any person who registers for a PROGRAM and who requests a An additional $5 insurance fee will be required when registering refund before the second class session may receive a prorated for all gymnastics, tumbling, or circus arts classes at Seattle refund minus a service charge. Parks and Recreation facilities. This non-refundable fee covers -Any person who registers for an ACTIVITY and who requests your child's participation in all gymnastics, tumbling, parkour, or a refund 14 days or more before its start, may receive a refund circus arts classes at SPR facilities for one year from the date of minus a service charge. purchase. Note: This insurance will only be utilized if expenses DROPPING A PROGRAM AFTER THE SECOND SESSION: If a exceed your primary insurance coverage. participant withdraws from a program after the second session of a series, no refund will be given. More information For full details of the Department’s Refund Policy, please see For information about Parks and Recreation facilities, recreation Policy Number 060-P 7.16 which can be found here: programs, picnic shelters, and scheduling, please visit our web www.seattle.gov/parks/reservations/feesandcharges/refunds. site at www.seattle.gov/parks, or call our Public Information line, htm. 206-684-4075.