2023 Spring Recreation Guide

BURBANK PARKS & RECREATION

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BURBANK CITY COUNCIL

Konstantine Anthony–Mayor

Nick Schultz–Vice Mayor

Nikki Perez–Council Member

Tamala Takahashi–Council Member

Zizette Mullins–Council Member

PARKS & RECREATION BOARD

Myeisha Peguero Gamiño–Chair

Lori Durbin–Vice Chair

Barry S. Gussow–Member

Ara Messerlian–Member

Ashley Ramsey–Member

The Parks and Recreation Board meets on the second Thursday of the month starting at 6:00pm, in the Council Chambers, 275 East Olive Avenue.

Marisa Garcia

Parks and Recreation Director

“Together we strive to be the heart of the community by providing enriching opportunities through dedicated people, beautiful parks and inspiring programs.” CLASS

FOR UPDATES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

Visit our website for the latest information regarding Parks and Recreation programming. Also, be sure to subscribe to our monthly e-newsletter for the latest happenings!

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www.BurbankCA.gov/ParksandRec

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Spring

begin the week of March 27, 2023

Why carry multiple membership cards when you can have one?

The B Active Card will consolidate active memberships onto one card. For more information, please contact 818.238.5385

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CLASS REGISTRATION INFORMATION

GENERAL INFORMATION

• All class registrations will only be accepted through the second class meeting and all original class fees will apply.

• Non-Resident fees apply to those living outside of the City of Burbank. Non-Residents must include an additional $10 per person, per class.

• Enrollment is subject to availability. Programs are filled on a first come, first served basis.

• All programs are subject to cancellation if minimum enrollment numbers are not met.

• Class schedules may be subject to change without notice. For the most up-to-date information, please visit www.burbankparks.com.

• Guests of Enrolled Participants: Permitting classroom visits are at the discretion of the Instructor who has the responsibility to protect the learning environment and develop rules and procedures to maintain a safe classroom setting. Classroom visits are arranged directly with the Instructor under any rules that the Instructor may establish.

Refund / Transfer Policy

The City of Burbank strives to provide quality recreation classes and programs. If you are unable to attend or are not satisfied with a class, we will be happy to arrange a transfer to another class (if space is available and is prior to the second class) or process a refund if the following guidelines are met:

• A $10 processing fee will be deducted from all participant initiated refund requests.

• Class lasting 3 or more weeks–A request for refund/transfer must be given to registration staff a minimum of one business day prior to the second class meeting. No refund/ transfer will be issued after the second class meeting.

• Class or workshop lasting 2 or fewer weeks–A request for refund/transfer must be given to registration staff a minimum of five business days prior to the scheduled start date of the class or workshop. No refund/transfer will be issued after this date.

• Material/Supply fees are non-refundable.

Refunds issued by check will take between 3-6 weeks to receive in the mail.

Non-Discrimination Policy

The City of Burbank, in compliance with applicable regulations, hereby asserts that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, ancestry, marital status, or medical condition in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment, in its programs and activities.

Special Needs

CLASS REGISTRATION INFORMATION

The City of Burbank is committed to providing a successful and rewarding experience for all program participants. Depending on the class location or activity that you will be participating in, please contact a site supervisor at least two weeks prior to the program start date if you will be requiring a special accommodation.

Making Burbank More Sustainable with Parks & Recreation

Community Gardens

Community Gardens create a space where people from every background can come together to share their love of gardening. Community Gardens transcend social barriers and are vibrant, cooperative spaces that build self-reliance, reduce poverty, mitigate global warming, provide safe recreational green spaces, and proven to reduce neighborhood crime.

Located on the Chandler bike path at 1141 N. Pass Ave., the first Burbank Community Garden thrives with a variety of carefully grown flowers, plants, and vegetables. Through a partnership between the City of Burbank and The Los Angeles Community Garden Council, this garden was opened for plot reservations in May 2022 and continues to grow with the help of dedicated volunteers. A new garden is currently being designed to open in the near future.

The Chandler/Pass garden is a community building space that welcomes volunteers of all gardening skill levels. If you would like to apply to volunteer at the community garden, please visit burbankcommunitygarden.org to obtain the application and to review the garden agreements.

If you don’t have a particularly green thumb, but would like to contribute to the success of this wonderful initiative, the gardens accept donations that help keep the toolshed stocked and help volunteers plan engaging events. All donations to the community gardens are 100% tax deductible!

For more information on these community gardens, please visit www.BurbankCA.gov/CommunityGardens

DIG Burbank is a volunteer program that helps keep our parks beautiful. As a volunteer, you can help pull weeds, add mulch to the soil, and clean up debris in our Burbank parks. DIG is a great opportunity to give back to the community for volunteers of all ages (although most volunteers are ages 7+ and there are a few additional requirements for minors). Come join us if you’re comfortable with working outside, willing to get dirty, and able to perform physical work. You can find more information on our DIG Burbank program, including how to sign up, at www.BurbankCA.gov/DigBurbank Plant for a Greener Burbank

The City of Burbank has had a long standing commitment to supporting the tree canopy that brings so many quality of life benefits to our community, including:

Cleaning the air and providing oxygen | Saving energy and reducing energy costs | Beautifying our surroundings | Reducing stormwater runoff | Providing a habitat for wildlife and native species | Reducing noise pollution | Keeping soils and pavement cool | Lowering daytime temperatures | Lowering stress levels | Providing other overall health benefits

If you would like to help us continue our efforts to Plant for a Greener Burbank, please contact us at 818.238.5300 or email at ParksandRec@BurbankCA.gov.

DIG Burbank

The Monarch Mile is another great organization that works to bring the community together through planting and upkeeping native plants along the Chandler Bike Path. The efforts of this organization are focused on installation of plants that are designed for the benefit of the at-risk Monarch Butterflies and other essential pollinators. Learn more about The Monarch Mile volunteer program and sign up to volunteer at www.TheMonarchMile.com

Mulch Program

Do you have plans to replace your lawn with drought resistant landscape? We can help with our Free Mulch Program. You can use mulch to improve the quality of your soil by breaking up clay and allowing better water and air movement to help your home garden grow. Not only does it help keep your plants insulated and healthy, but it also helps manage unwanted weeds.

The City of Burbank Parks and Recreation Department, Forestry Division has three locations you can pick up mulch when it’s available:

George Izay Park – 1111 W. Olive Ave.

(In the Parking Lot by Ball Field #4, near the Griffith Park Dr. and Clark Avenue corner)

McCambridge Park – 1515 N. Glenoaks Blvd.

(In the Parking Lot by Ball Field #1)

Robert Gross Park – 2800 W. Empire Ave. (at the back of the Parking Lot by the fence) No reservations needed, just bring containers to put the mulch into and take as much as you need.

ADULTS 55+

ACTIVITIES

The Joslyn Adult and Tuttle Senior Centers provide opportunities for recreation, education, fitness, and other activities for adults 55 and over. You can pick up an activity schedule at either center. For the most up to date information about facility hours and programs visit: www.BurbankCA.gov/Adults55

FITNESS CLASSES

STRENGTH & BALANCE–TAI CHI–YOGA

MUSIC CLASSES

KARAOKE–PIANO–UKULELE

ARTS & CRAFTS

PAINTING–QUILTING–SEWING

LANGUAGE CLASSES

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE–FRENCH

1-ON-1 SERVICES

MEDICARE COUNSELING–NOTARY

AND MORE!

BURBANK SENIOR ACTIVITY CARD (BSAC)

Available at Joslyn and Tuttle Centers

Discounts on programs and classes, at select Burbank businesses, and more!

$20 (Burbank residents) | $25 (non-residents)

DANCE CLASSES

BALLET–HULA–LINE DANCE

SUPPORT GROUPS

ALZHEIMER’S–SENIOR SUPPORT

GAMES

BINGO–CHESS–TEXAS HOLD EM’

DROP-IN ACTIVITIES

BILLIARDS–CARD ROOM–PUZZLES

MONTHLY EVENTS

CRAFTS–DOC TALKS

VIRTUAL ACTIVITIES

Joslyn also offers virtual and hybrid classes. Contact the center for more information: 818.238.5353

CLASS REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Applicable fees apply to some classes and for those without a BSAC card.

Scan the QR code join the Joslyn Adult Center email list.

Joslyn Adult Center | 1301 W Olive Ave | 818.238.5353 www.BurbankCA.gov/Adults55

Tuttle Senior Center | 1731 N Ontario St | 818.238.5367 www.BurbankCA.gov/Adults55

NUTRITION SERVICES

LUNCH PICK-UP FOR AGES 60+

Tuesdays & Thursdays

11:00am–12:00pm

Voluntary suggested donation is $2.00 Grab and Go Program now includes Hot & Cold Meals | Frozen Meals

Grab-n-Go | Dine In

Register for your lunch pick-up location:

Joslyn Adult Center 1301 W. Olive Ave. | 818.238.5357

McCambridge Recreation Center 1515 N. Glenoaks Blvd. | 818.238.5365

Tuttle Senior Center 1731 N. Ontario St. | 818.238.5367

TELEPHONE REASSURANCE

The Telephone Reassurance program provides:

• Wellness checks to evaluate overall health.

• Calls to monitor that the quality of meals has been met.

HOME DELIVERED MEALS PROGRAM

OTHER SERVICES PROVIDED

• Quarterly newsletters created by dietitians to increase nutritional knowledge and promote balanced diet and exercise.

• Nutritional risk assessments.

The City of Burbank Home Delivered Meal (HDM) Program provides eligible adults age 60+ residents with nutritional assistance by delivering a well-balanced meal and an opportunity to monitor wellbeing of the homebound elderly during the week.

• Eligibility for receiving a home delivered meal is based on a screening assessment of the participant by telephone or a home visit. Verification of the need for this service is determined through a home assessment within one week of the beginning of the meal service.

• Voluntary suggested donation is $3.00

For more information regarding the HDM program, please call 818.238.5366.

• Referrals for nutrition counseling.

• Counseling Nutritional Services provides free of charge nutritional consulting by LA County Registered Dietitians to high-risk eligible clients.

The Elderly Nutrition Program is partially grant funded by the County of Los Angeles Workforce Development and Community Services.

Adult Center’s PHONEPALS

CLASS REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Joslyn

BURBANK SENIOR ACTIVITIES

BURBANK PASS

VALLEY SKATE PARK

BETSY LUEKE CREATIVE ARTS CENTER

UPCOMING GALLERY SHOWS

DISNEY ARTISTS IN BURBANK

February 3–23, 2023

Opening Reception:

Friday, February 3 | 7:00 – 9:00pm

FINE ARTS FEDERATION SHOW

March 3–23, 2023

Opening Reception: Friday, March 3 | 7:00 – 9:00pm

YOUTH ART EXPO 2023

April 6–26, 2023

Opening Receptions:

April 6 & 7 | 5:30 – 7:00pm

The Betsy Lueke Creative Arts Center will host a special exhibit featuring the unique perspectives of four accomplished Disney artists. With more than 80 combined years working at Disney Studios, the artists will share a different side with fine art in a variety of mediums including oil painting, acrylic, collage, sculpture, watercolor, block printing, and mixed media.

The Betsy Lueke Creative Arts Center Gallery will host the annual Fine Arts Federation Membership Exhibit 2023. The juried mixed media exhibit representing more than 60 artists will include painting, sculpture, pottery, collage and photography. The Fine Arts Federation, founded in 1976, is an avid supporter of the Creative Arts Center.

Opening Reception and Presentation of Awards is on Friday, March 3, 2023, starting at 7:00PM.

The City of Burbank Betsy Lueke Creative Arts Center Gallery and the Fine Arts Federation will host the annual Youth Art Expo. This annual exhibit represents student artwork K – 12 from Burbank public and private schools.

Opening reception and awards ceremony for Middle School and High School is on Thursday, April 6, 5:30 – 7:00 pm.

CLASS REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Opening reception and awards ceremony for Elementary School is on Friday, April 7, 5:30 – 7:00 pm. Awards presentations for both events will be at 6:15pm.

Please contact the gallery for additional information.

CULTURAL ARTS

DESTINATION BURBANK ARTS!

www.BurbankArts.com

Already known as the Media Capital of the World, Burbank bursts onto the scene as a colorful, cultural arts destination for all ages! The goals are simple: to introduce and support cultural arts, provide quality art experiences, and offer exciting arts-friendly venues and businesses for every generation. Burbank Arts is a vibrant online destination for arts-related organizations to keep art lovers and explorers aware of current cultural events and for businesses to promote related activities and services.

Art in Public Places: “The Hats”–Lincoln Park

ART IN PUBLIC PLACES

www.BurbankCA.gov/APP

The City of Burbank’s Art in Public Places Program was founded on the belief that the visual environment plays an essential role in creating the atmosphere for an enterprise culture and civic confidence, vital to growth and improvement. This program has made it possible for recognized artists to enhance public spaces throughout the City with sculptures, murals, and environs. The art pieces have become emblematic to Burbank’s commitment to the enrichment of the City’s cultural and educational identity.

FINE ARTS FEDERATION

Art in Public Places: “Family Tiara” –Community Services Building

Betsy Lueke Creative Arts Center

818.238.5397 I CACMail@BurbankCA.gov

The Fine Arts Federation (FAF) is a non-profit organization who supports arts within the community and is a valued supporter of the Betsy Lueke Creative Arts Center. The FAF helps support the Annual Youth Art Expo, Art Experiences Camp, art classes, and workshops held at the Betsy Lueke Creative Arts Center.

Membership includes announcements for monthly gallery shows, the opportunity to participate in the annual membership show, and the opportunity to participate in the annual holiday boutique. Membership dues are $25 for individuals, $20 for seniors, and are valid for one calendar year.

THE COLONY THEATRE

555 North Third Street I 818.558.7000

www.ColonyTheatre.org

“Magically

See

www.BurbankArts.com/projects

The award-winning Colony Theatre Company is Burbank’s premier professional theatre. It was voted “Best Live Theatre in L.A.” in the Daily News 2006 Reader’s Choice poll, and has been named one of the “25 Notable U.S. Theatre Companies” by Encyclopedia Britannica Almanac for 6 years in a row.

Brusha-Liciouse” by Laurah Grijalva

more of the Utility Box Art Project at

BURBANK ANIMAL SHELTER

ADOPTION PROCESS

Step 1: Meet Our Pets

You can view them online or walk through our shelter.

Step 2: Schedule an Appointment

Click on the calendar link in the pet’s profile you are interested in meeting to schedule your meet and greet.

Step 3: Complete an Adoption Questionnaire

Bring your completed questionnaire to your appointment.

Step 4: Adoption Success!

If the match is successful and you decide to adopt, bring the new member of your family home.

For more information, visit www.BurbankAnimalShelter.org or visit in person.

ANIMAL SHELTER SERVICES

Microchipping*

Dogs and Cats $10

Mandatory Animal Registration Fees* Dogs

Unaltered $100

Dog registration BMC 5-1-507

All dogs 4 months or older must be licensed with the City.

Necessity of rabies BMC 5-1-510

All dogs 4 months or older must receive a rabies vaccine within 30 days of being acquired or brought into the City.

Leash law BMC 5-1-1001A

All dogs in public areas must be attached to a secure leash and in control.

Protection from the elements BMC 5-1-701

Animals must be provided proper shelter and protection from the elements.

Poop and scoop BMC 5-1-1102

Dog waste from any park, sidewalk or private property must be cleaned up by the person in control.

Cleanliness of premises BMC 5-1-601

Spaces where any animal is kept shall remain clean and sanitary.

Total pets allowed BMC 5-1-1202

CLASS REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Spayed/Neutered $20

Horses $20

*Burbank Residents Only

City residents may have a total combination of 4 cats and dogs. A combination of 5 or more is a violation.

For a complete list of Burbank’s animal related laws, see Title 5, Chapter 1 of the City of Burbank Municipal Code at www.CodePublishing.com/CA/Burbank

WAYS TO HELP THE SHELTER FOSTERING

The Burbank Animal Shelter is in need of loving foster homes for our available dogs. Contact the Shelter’s foster coordinator to find out how you can help at vbasfosterinfo@gmail.com

The kitten foster program is always recruiting fosters. Contact the Shelter’s kitten foster program at, fabiola@thevbas.org

VOLUNTEERING

The animal shelter is supported by the Volunteers of the Burbank Animal Shelter which is a 100% volunteer-run organization, which means they are looking for committed volunteerswho are able to provide basic care for the animals and assist with adoptions as well as participate in and run various programs.

theVBAS.org

AMAZON WISHLIST AND MONETARY DONATIONS

www.BurbankAnimalShelter.org

Lola

Lola is a sweet and affectionate 3-year-old Labrador Retriever and Pit Bull Terrier mix. Nothing excites this beautiful girl as much as being around the people she loves. She is as smart as she is pretty and already knows a few tricks including ‘sit’. Her future family would need to continue training but because she is food motivated, this should be easy. Lola adores other dogs, is extremely active and knows how to play hard. Her ideal home would be with an active family with as much zest for life as she has.

DO

• Keep pets indoors when unattended.

• Carry noisemakers to scare off coyotes.

• Always walk pets on short leashes.

• Pick up small pets if a coyote is spotted.

• Haze until the coyote leaves.

• Be neighborly, share your knowledge.

DO NOT

• Feed any wildlife.

• Walk pets on retractable leashes.

• Leave pet food or fallen fruit outside.

• Leave pet doors open after dark.

• Ignore, turn your back, or run from a coyote.

• Let pets outdoors without first checking surroundings.

The next time you encounter a coyote, remember to GET BIG. GET LOUD. AND SHOUT: “GO AWAY COYOTE!”

COYOTE HAZING FIELD GUIDE MOUNTAIN

www.BurbankCA.gov/Wildlife

FEATURED PETS AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION

Kuzko

Kuzko is a 3-year-old, male, Bull Terrier waiting to find his forever furever home. Before arriving to the Burbank Animal Shelter, Kuzko had lived in at least three other homes.

Kuzko is EXTREMELY SMART and has clearly had some training. He already knows ‘sit’, ‘lay down’, ‘shake’ and loves to play ball! He is very food motivated so continuing this training should be a breeze as he’s a fast learner. He is a very sweet dog, but will need a strong, experienced dog owner because of his immense strength. Kuzko is an extremely happy dog waiting to find his perfect match.

BURBANK TENNIS CENTER

GROUP TENNIS AND PICKLEBALL LESSONS

The group public lessons program is a wonderful way to learn the game of tennis!

Whether you’re a total beginner or an advanced player we have just the class for you!

If you are a junior athlete, weekend warrior, or just want to trim of a few inches, REAXN Performance Lab features some of the best fitness coaches to help you. Private and group classes are available. Please email reaxnperformance@gmail com to inquire about our sessions.

Learn to play pickleball and join in our public lesson classes offered through Burbank Tennis Center. For private/group lessons or to find out information on reserved matchplay, please text 818-252-9922

TENNIS MECHANIX

CLASS REGISTRATION INFORMATION

The Burbank Tennis Center is home to the Tennis Mechanix Academy and Pro Shop. The shop features some of the latest selection of racquets and gear! if you need equipment repair for stringing or new grips on your racquet, our staff of qualified stringers will have you back on the court in no time!

Visit www.BurbankTennisCenter.com for shop hours

TENNIS AND PICKLEBALL COURTS

Courts are open on a first come, first served basis! Please adhere to all Los Angeles County guidelines and posted signage at the courts.

TENNIS COURTS ARE LOCATED AT

Brace Canyon Park | George Izay Park

Burbank Tennis Center (McCambridge Park)

Mountain View Park | Verdugo Park

PICKLEBALL COURTS ARE LOCATED AT Larry L. Maxam Memorial Park

Burbank Tennis Center | George Izay Park

Indoor Pickleball available at Olive Recreation Center Mon | Wed | Fri @ 9:00am–12:00pm

For GROUP PLAY schedule, visit: www.BurbankCA.gov/Pickleball

See pages 54 and 55 for Facility Information.

TENNIS COURT RESERVATIONS

• Commercial Activity without permit is prohibited at parks (BMC 3-3-801.1).

• Instructors may obtain a park permit by contacting the Parks and Recreation Department at 818.238.5300

• Visit www.BurbankCA.gov/ParkPermits to view current permits. Public play is available at all other times.

• To report unpermitted commercial activity, please call 818.238.5300 or email ParksandRecreation@BurbankCA.gov

PICKLEBALL LESSONS

TENNIS LESSONS SCHEDULE

TENNIS LESSONS

Registration is accepted at the Burbank Tennis Center and through the ballbutton app.

Sign-ups Are Open Now! | Classes Begin January 9th.

Tennis and Pickleball Rating/Level

*Non-resident fee: Additional $5.00

ADULT SPORTS

ADULT TEAM REGISTRATION

Summer Adult Sports Registration

March 13-24 Team Registration Only

Don’t have a team? Sign up on our “Free Agent” list at www.BurbankParks.com

Play begins in first week of May 2023. See www.BurbankCA.gov/Sports for registration details.

SUMMER SPORTS LEAGUES

Men’s Basketball – Monday through Thursday

Women’s Basketball – Sundays

Men’s Slow Pitch – Tuesdays and Thursdays

Men’s Fast Pitch – Wednesdays

Open Co-ed – Mondays and Sundays

Senior 50+ Softball – Sundays

Co-ed Kickball – Check with Sports Office for Days

Women’s Fast Pitch – Sundays

Co-ed Volleyball – Saturdays

4-men Volleyball – Saturdays

Sundays, May – August 2023

NEW!

Co-ed Kickball League | Dates: TBD Register as an individual or with a friend

DROP-IN SPORTS

REGISTRATION

Men’s Soccer – Sundays

Women’s Soccer – Sundays

Church Slow Pitch – Fridays

For the latest drop-in sports schedule, please visit: www.BurbankCA.gov/Drop-In-Sports.

BURBANK ATHLETICS WALK OF FAME

The City of Burbank recognizes the value of sports and athletic activities within the community.

To this end, the City is committed to the provision of high-quality and diverse athletic programs. These standards are achieved through the commitment and dedication of individuals who, in their roles as participants, volunteers, or professional staff, have furthered the excellence of organized sports programs sponsored by the City of Burbank.

The Criteria Committee will consider those applicants who began their involvement in 2003 or earlier.

Next Ceremony: October 2023

Application Online at: www.BurbankCA.gov/WalkOfFame

Application Deadline: May 1, 2023

For Adults 18 and over

Games are held Monday-Friday evenings and all day Saturdays & Sundays.

Earn $30-$55 per game

Fees vary per league

YOUTH BASEBALL & SOFTBALL

Recreational Softball & Baseball

818.238.5330

www.BurbankCA.gov/Sports SportsOffice@BurbankCA.gov

BATTING CAGES RESERVATIONS

• $15/30min Resident

• $30/30min Non-Resident

• Max 1.5hr per day

• Pitching machine and equipment not provided

For more information, www.BurbankCA.gov/BattingCageRentals

SPORTS

WINTER YOUTH SPORTS Check

www.BurbankCA.gov/YouthSports

for updates

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!

For Spring Sports Leagues starting Mid-March 2023.

Sign-up Deadline: February 17, 2023

Register at: www.BurbankParks.com

Registration is on a first come, first serve basis. Space is limited in each program.

SPRING SPORTS LEAGUES

Hap-Minor Baseball

Ponytail Softball

DON’T HAVE A TEAM?

YOUTH BASEBALL & SOFTBALL

REGISTER NOW Deadline: February 17, 2023

League Play begins Mid-March 2023

No fee for registering as a free agent.

Burbank Resident Registration: Feb 28 @ 9am

Open Registration: Mar 7 @ 9am www.burbankparks.com

Little Hoopers Basketball

3-7 years old Saturdays

Time: 9:00-10:00am

Dates: Session 1 Apr 1, 8, 15, 22

Session 2 May 6, 13, 20, 27

Location: TBD

Price: $85

3-on-3 Spring Basketball League

K-3rd grade Saturdays

Times: 10:30am–12:30pm 12:30pm–2:30pm

Dates: Session 1 Apr 1, 8, 27

May 6, 13, 20, 27

Location: TBD

Price: $220

(includes: Jersey, Trophy, and goodie bag)

Pre-K T-ball League

3-5 years old Saturdays

Time: 9:00-10:30am

Dates: Session 1 Apr 1, 8, 22

May 6, 13, 20, 27

Location: Robert Gross Park

Spring Break Camp

6-14 years old

Time: 9:00am-12:00pm

CLASS REGISTRATION INFORMATION

www.BurbankParks.com

*Participation is based upon team availability.

Dates: Camp 1 March 20-24

Location: McCambridge Park

The City of Burbank Parks and Recreation, announces its partnership with Girls on the Run of LA. Girls on the Run is a physical activitybased, positive youth development (PA-PYD) program that inspires girls in 3rd through 8th grade to be healthy, joyful, and confident. To kick off the partnership, City of Burbank will offer this 8-week program at Johnny Carson Park this fall.

Class meets at Johnny Carson Park on Saturdays from March 11-May 20 from 9:00 - 11:30AM

Ages 8-11 | $275

Sign up at www.burbankparks.com

Burbank Resident Registration

February 28th

Open Registration

March 7th

Girls on the Run meets once per week for 8 weeks, participants of all abilities will have fun, make friends, increase their physical activity levels and learn important life skills. Trained and caring coaches lead 3 - 5 grade girls through interactive lessons and running activities. The season ends with a noncompetitive 5K event.

Participating in Girls on the Run transforms girls’ lives by helping them increase their self-confidence, develop healthy relationships, and feel good about themselves, inside and out.

For more information, contact the City of Burbank Sports Office

818.238.5330

Amazing Athletes Ad

Amazing Tots: See page 29 |

Amazing Athletes: See page 32

STOUGH CANYON NATURE CENTER

The Stough Canyon Nature Center, nestled in the Verdugo Mountains, features an exhibit hall with educational displays, a small library, a classroom, and an outdoor ampitheatre. Hiking trails start from Stough Canyon Nature Center. Free maps and information on trails and local habitats are available.

HIKES & ACTIVITIES

Activities are 1 to 1½ hours. Hike length and difficulty will vary. Hikers should bring water and wear appropriate clothes and shoes. Meet at the Stough Canyon Nature Center unless otherwise noted. Adults are required to accompany children under 12 years of age. Strollers are not recommended for hikes. Rain cancels hikes. All hikes are subject to change.

Please check: www.BurbankParks.com (under the Stough Canyon Nature Center tab) for future updates.

Wild Creatures Walk

Last Sunday of the month at 11:30am Learn about the wild animals in our area.

Moonlight Hikes

Enjoy a short staff-led hike to “The View”!

Dates: March 7 | April 6

Hike times vary. Please contact the Nature Center for updated times.

YOUTH AND ADULT DOCENT TRAINING

Stough Canyon Nature Center is currently looking for new docents to assist in the following:

• Reptile and snake care.

• Animal/Reptile interactions

• Recreation class assistance

• Monthly hikes

• Special event/field trip assistance

Please call or email the Stough Canyon Nature Center at NatureCenter@BurbankCA.gov, if interested in docent programs!

STOUGH CANYON AND WILDWOOD CANYON HIKING TRAILS

The Verdugo Mountainway is an extensive trail system which extends from the Sun Valley area, south to Brand Park in Glendale, and northeast to Tujunga and La Crescenta. Please adhere to posted signage and follow safety guidelines.

Trails are open from sunrise to sunset. Parking lots close by 10pm nightly.

Stough Canyon Trail–2300 Walnut Avenue

Parking lot adjacent to trail head. Restrooms are available adjacent to the Nature Center.

Wildwood Canyon Trail–1701 Wildwood Canyon Road

Parking lot adjacent to trail head. No parking at entrance gates or on Harvard Road. Portable restrooms available.

www.BurbankCA.gov/Hiking

Check out our classes being offered this Spring! Nature Tots (pg30) | Nature Apprentice (pg39) Nature Art (pg46)

CLASS REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Stough Canyon Nature Center | 2300 Walnut Avenue | 818.238.5440 | www.BurbankCA.gov/NatureCenter

VALLEY SKATE PARK

FEES

Burbank Residents Non-Resident

Daily Pass $3 $5

Annual Pass $60 $70

2023 Annual Passes on sale now. Add your Annual Pass to your new B Active Membership Card.

REQUIREMENTS

Waivers

All participants must be registered and have a signed waiver on file. Parent must sign waiver if participant is under 18 years of age and must be present when waiver is signed. Register at Valley Skate Park.

Gear

Participants must wear a helmet, elbow, and knee pads.

Bikes Must Have

Plastic or aluminum pedals

Plastic peg covers or no pegs

Rubber grip ends on handle bars

VALLEY SKATE PARK SCHEDULE

SUNDAY 12-8PM

MONDAY 4-8PM

TUESDAY 4-8PM

WEDNESDAY 4-8PM

THURSDAY 4-8PM

FRIDAY 4-9PM

SATURDAY 12-9PM

SKATEBOARDS

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The DeBell Golf Club is an 18-hole facility which features 5,608 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 71. The course rating is 68.9 and it has a slope rating of 122 on Kikuyu grass. DeBell Golf Club also offers four clubs to be a part of: The Burbank Men’s Golf Club, The Burbank Senior Men’s Club, The Burbank Women’s Club, and The Lady Duffers. For more information on these clubs please contact the Pro Shop for details. This club offers a regulation 18-hole course and a Par-3 course. The regulation course is very tight and hilly making it challenging for the more seasoned golfer yet still enjoyable for beginners. Reservations can be made up to seven days in advance by calling 818.845.0022.

INSTRUCTIONAL CLASSES

To register and confirm dates, please contact Joaquin Herbozo at Joaquin@DeBellGolf.com

Welcome 2 Golf

If you are new to golf and want to get started on the golf course, this is the class for you! This 6 week course will cover everything you need to know about how to play golf, get around a golf course, and score well. This class (max. 6 students) is taught by one of the top golf instructors in Southern California Joaquin Herbozo, PGA. With over 20 years of teaching experience, his class is active and engaging. You will fall in love with the sport and have fun learning the game.

Age(s) Day & Time Fee

18+ TBD: Please contact Joaquin@Debell.com for class timing. $195

Please contact Joaquin@DeBellGolf.com or call 818.845.0022 (Pro Shop) for Welcome 2 Golf and Junior Academy Class Dates

Junior Academy

Interested in the next step in improving your golf game? Do you have a junior who has taken multiple first timer lessons and now ready for the next step? The Junior Academy is the perfect place to increase your junior’s abilities quickly. Our intense monthly program gets your junior to the course more often helping them fine tune their games while also challenging them on the golf course for fun play days. This is a monthly program taught every week by our PGA Professional staff. To sign up or for more information please contact our Head Golf Professional Joaquin Herbozo, PGA at joaquin@debellgolf.com. Take your junior’s swing to the next level.

*Please note classes may be delayed due to county restrictions. Call DeBell Golf Club for more information.

CLASS REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Age Day Time Fee

6-15 Wed 4:00–6:00pm $200*

*Additional siblings pay $175; Sign-ups available now.

AQUATICS

LAP SWIM SCHEDULE

Verdugo Aquatic Facility Lap Swim Program

Scan QR Code for Lap Swim Schedule

AQUATIC FITNESS & SPORTS

Aquacise

Aquacise is a fun-filled water aerobics class that mixes exercise with a social atmosphere. This program is designed to get you moving and exercising with the benefit of a water supporting your weight and taking the pressure off your joints. All the while giving your muscles the resistance training they need. Build your cardiovascular fitness and strength. With upbeat music to keep you motivated, Aquacise is open to all participants ages 15-99+. There is no minimum fitness level required.

Instructor: Breakthrough Sports

Verdugo Aquatic Facility

Lap Swim closed 9/5 (Labor Day), 11/11 (Veterans Day) 11/24 (Thanksgiving Day), 11/25 (Day after Thanksgiving)

For more information, visit: www.BurbankCA.gov/Aquatics

ADULT LEARN TO SWIM

Adult Learn to Swim

Learn how to swim or perfect your swimming skills. From beginner to advanced, we have a class that will fit you. Our curriculum for adult classes is tailored for you to progress at your own speed with language and attention that is tailored to the adult.

Instructor: Breakthrough Sports

Verdugo Aquatic Facility

Aquatic CardioFit

This safe, fun, and effective workout uses water exercises to build muscle and reduce body fat with little or no impact to joints, all done in a heated pool to fun and energizing music. The water offers a heavier resistance than air, so participants can experience a challenging workout while the buoyancy takes away most or all of the impact to bones and joints!

Optional: bring aquatic fitness gloves to increase resistance.

Instructor: Karen Eldridge

Verdugo Aquatic Facility

Verdugo Aquatic Facility | 3201 W. Verdugo Avenue 818.238.5391 | www.BurbankCA.gov/Aquatics

AQUATICS

AQUATIC FITNESS & SPORTS

Swim Training Academy

The Breakthrough Sports Swim Training Academy is elite training for youth swimmers of ALL skill levels at an affordable price. Breakthrough Sports coaches, including former professionals, will focus on specific aspects of stroke mechanics and muscle memory for all four competitive strokes. Each day will focus on one of the competitive strokes; breaking the stroke down into body balance, leg propulsion, arm proportion, timing and rhythm. This program is designed to help swimmers practice skills that will assist them with their local community team, club team, high school team and more.

Instructor: Breakthrough Sports

Verdugo Aquatic Facility

Water Polo Training Academy

The Breakthrough Sports Water Polo Training Academy is elite training for youth water polo players of ALL skill levels at an affordable price. Breakthrough Sports coaches will develop shooting, blocking, treading and swimming mechanics, improve water polo IQ and most importantly boost confidence in a fun environment. This program is designed to help water polo players learn and practice skills that will assist them with their local community team, club team, high school team and more.

Instructor: Breakthrough Sports

Verdugo Aquatic Facility

Youth Swim Team

The Youth Swim Team is for young athletes who are interested in competing at the recreational level or who are looking for a more advanced workout. Practices are geared towards race preparation, and advanced strength & conditioning. Swimmers will have the opportunity to participate in competitions based on availability. Participants may not hold a USA Swimming card within the past 12 months. Participants who do not meet the minimum prerequisites will be removed from the class and a full refund will be issued.

Prerequisites & Requirements: The ability to swim 100 yards continuous freestyle using appropriate turns, 100 yards continuous backstroke using appropriate turns, 25 yards breaststroke, and 25 yards butterfly. Proof of a swim evaluation required prior to the start of the class.

Instructor: Aquatic Staff

Verdugo Aquatic Facility

Youth Water Polo Team

The Youth Water Polo Team is a recreational competitive team where participant will learn fundamental game strategy and skills necessary to play. Conditioning, passing, shooting, defensive and offensive skills and strategy, as well as good sportsmanship will be emphasized at each meeting. Participants will be divided into age-based group to facilitate appropriate development and competition. Various matches will be scheduled throughout the session with various teams from other nearby cities.

Prerequisite & Requirements: The ability to swim 50 yards continuous front crawl and back stroke, as well as the ability to tread in deep water for 1 minute. Proof of a Swim Evaluation required.

Instructor: Aquatic Staff

Verdugo Aquatic Facility

CLASS REGISTRATION INFORMATION

LEARN TO SWIM–PARENT & CHILD

Parent & Child | Level A

The Parent & Child Level A class is designed to introduce young children to an aquatic environment by emphasizing a fun experience in the water. In addition to introductory skills to improve comfort in the water and swimming readiness, safety skills and cues will also be covered. All children must have one-on-one adult supervision at all times. Swim diapers must be worn by children. Class will take place over the course of 4 weeks.**

Instructor: Aquatic Staff

Verdugo Aquatic Facility

Parent & Child | Level B

With adult supervision and aid, this class will teach children introductory swim and water safety skills similar to our Level 1 course. For children who have had limited exposure to aquatic environments, this class will work on improving skills and comfort in the water. The class is also designed for children who are not quite tall enough for Level 1 but have the ability to learn the same skills. The goal of the class is for the child to learn basic independent swim skills, such as floating, gliding, and combined arm and leg movement with forward progression with support. This class requires one-on-one adult supervision at all times. Swim diapers must be worn by children who are not toilet trained. Class will take place over the course of 4 weeks.**

Instructor: Aquatic Staff

Verdugo Aquatic Facility

LEARN TO SWIM–PRESCHOOL

Level 1 | STARFISH

In Level 1, instructors focus on encouraging students to be comfortable in the water and teach skills which are fundamental to the swimming process. Skills include: blowing bubbles, putting face in the water, supported floats on front and back, and supported arm and leg actions on front and back.*

Prerequisite: None

Objective: Water Adjustment

Instructor: Aquatic Staff

Verdugo Aquatic Facility

Level 2 | GOLDFISH

In Level 2, instructors focus on preparing students to float without support and to propel themselves through the water on their front and back using glides, as well as alternating arm and legs actions.*

Prerequisite: Completion of Level 1 OR the ability to put face in water and float with assistance for 3 seconds (front and back)

Objective: Fundamental Aquatic Skills

Instructor: Aquatic Staff

Verdugo Aquatic Facility

*Classes

cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances will be made up. Makeup dates will be announced as necessary.

AQUATICS

Level 3 | JELLYFISH

In Level 3, instructors will build on the foundational skills taught in Level 2 with the goal of developing fundamental stroke mechanics for improved swimming. Students will begin to learn rotary breathing and swim longer distances. *

Prerequisite: Completion of Level 2 OR the ability to glide on front & back AND swim on front & back for at least 2 body lengths

Objective: Beginning Stroke Development

Instructor: Aquatic Staff

Verdugo Aquatic Facility

LEARN TO SWIM–YOUTH

Level 1 | SEAHORSE

In Level 1, instructors focus on encouraging students to be comfortable in the water and teach skills which are fundamental to the swimming process. Skills include: blowing bubbles, putting face in the water, supported floats on front and back, and arm and leg actions on front and back.*

Prerequisite: None

Objective: Water Adjustment

Instructor: Aquatic Staff

Verdugo Aquatic Facility

Level 2 | TURTLES

In Level 2, instructors will focus on preparing students to swim independently by propelling themselves through the water on their front and back using glides, as well as alternating arm and leg actions.*

Prerequisite: Completion of Level 1 OR the ability to front glide for 2 body lengths + float independently for 3 seconds on back.

Objective: Fundamental Aquatic Skills

Instructor: Aquatic Staff

Verdugo Aquatic Facility

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS

Private Swim Lessons (Ages 3+)

Private lessons are geared for those that require oneto-one interaction with an instructor, or those who are looking to work on specific skills outside of a group setting. The objective of this class is to help participants feel comfortable in the water, enjoy the water safely, and work towards swimming mastery. Instructors will cater the class material to each individual. Private Lessons taught in the Activity Pool are not recommended for advanced swimmers or older/taller participants.

Instructor: Breakthrough Sports

Fee: $150

Verdugo Aquatic Facility

Private Swim Lessons are held Mondays and Wednesdays for a duration of two weeks each starting March 6th through April 17.

Semi Private Swim Lessons (Ages 3-14yrs)

Semi–Private lessons are geared for those that require more interaction with an instructor, or those who are looking to work on specific skills in a smaller group setting. The objective of this class is to help participants feel comfortable in the water, enjoy the water safely, and work towards swimming mastery. Instructors will cater the class material to each individual.*

Classes will be limited to 2 participants maximum

Instructor: Breakthrough Sports

Verdugo Aquatic Facility

Semi-Private Swim Lessons are held Saturdays for a duration of four weeks each starting March 11th through April 4.

Please scan the QR Code below to view available dates and time slots for Private and Semi-Private Swim Lessons.

CLASS REGISTRATION INFORMATION

PARENT & CHILD CLASSES

PARENT & CHILD DANCE

Darling Dancer & Me

Garri Dance Studio’s Parent & Child creative movement class provides the perfect opportunity to bond with your darling dancer. Participants will discover a love of dance and music for the very first time. A parent will take an active role in class as their tiny dancer wiggles and shakes in a new, stimulating dance class setting. For the health and safety of the dancers, each participant must purchase a prop bundle to use in class.

Prop bundles must be purchased from the instructor for $5 on the first day of class.

Instructor: Garri Dance Studio

Johnny Carson Park

Olive Recreation Center

PARENT & CHILD SPORTS & FITNESS

Amazing Tots

Amazing Tots uses a multi-sport program to benefit children physically, mentally, socially and emotionally. Our program introduces the fundamentals of 5 different sports in a non-competitive environment. Children routinely gain greater confidence, learn to combine fitness with fun, and develop key motor skills. Free T-shirt included with registration.

Instructor: Amazing Athletes

Verdugo Park

Mommy/Daddy & Me Soccer

Here is an opportunity to join in your toddler’s introduction to the world’s most popular sport. You’ll participate in fun, age-appropriate activities and help your child develop motor and socialization skills. Adult participation is required.

Instructor: Kidz Love Soccer

Miller Park

Parent & Me Super Soccer Stars

Super Soccer Stars teaches soccer skills in a fun, noncompetitive, and educational environment. Through an age-specific curriculum, soccer is used to nurture, build self-confidence, and develop teamwork. Low participantto-coach ratios and positive reinforcement ensures that each participant improves at their own pace while having a blast! Parent participation is required.

Instructor: Super Soccer Stars

Miller Park

Story Owl Hour

Join

Each month will feature a nature-themed topic. Library staff will read a story, and Parks and Recreation staff will lead an activity.

Owl bet it’ll be a hoot!

Stough Canyon Nature Center

2300 E Walnut Ave, Burbank

February 23, 2023

March 23, 2023

April 27, 2023

Registration opens first Thursday of each month @ 9am

www.BurbankParks.com

PRESCHOOL CLASSES

EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT

Kinder Concepts

Enjoy games, crafts, and activities while reviewing basic Kindergarten skills and reviewing concepts such as bigger/smaller, before/after, important community people, and seasons. This recreation-based class will assist participants in social and educational skills needed for Kindergarten in a fun and playful way. Participants must be entering Kindergarten by August 2023.

Instructor: Recreation Staff

McCambridge Recreation Center

Kinder Tots

This recreational-based course is designed for the preschool-aged participants. Emphasis is placed on learning and recognizing ABC’s, shapes, colors, and numbers. Activities include arts and crafts, exercise, sports and games, story time, and share time.

Instructor: Recreation Staff

McCambridge Recreation Center

PRESCHOOL DANCE

Ballet & Tap Combination

The first 30 minutes of this class is ballet, dancers will learn the fundamentals of ballet through a warmup, across the floor combinations, and games! The last 15 minutes of this class is tap, dancers will learn basic tap steps and rhythm. Ballet and tap shoes required.

Instructor: Alisha McMullin

Olive Recreation Center

Ovrom Community Center

Nature Tots

Does your child love the outdoors and exploring nature?

Nature Tots is a recreational-based program where activities help introduce pre-schoolers to nature-based subjects such as animals, reptiles, insects, and much more while practicing their letters, numbers and shapes. Activities may include arts and crafts, walks through Nature, games, story time, and other activities. Children will need to wear closed toed tennis shoes, bring water, and wear sunscreen. Please send a snack with your child.

Instructor: Recreation Staff

Stough Canyon Nature Center

Ballet 3-5

This class is the perfect introduction to ballet! It will teach the basic fundamentals of ballet, in an interactive environment! Participants will begin to learn the structure of a dance class, starting with a warm up, across the floor technique, and basic choreography. Participants will gain confidence and increase self esteem!

Ballet shoes required.

Instructor: Alisha McMullin

Olive Recreation Center

CLASS REGISTRATION INFORMATION

PRESCHOOL DANCE

Budding Ballerina & Beaus

Garri Dance Studio’s imaginative preschool ballet class is a light and fun approach to teaching the tiny dancer in your home. Young dancers will be introduced to the wonderful world of dance with the comfort of a grown up by their side. Staff will incorporate magical imagery, dance games, and props to evoke creativity and enthusiasm. For the health and safety of the dancers, each participant must purchase a prop bundle to use in class. Parent participation optional.

Prop bundles must be purchased from the instructor for $5 on the first day of class.

Instructor: Garri Dance Studio

Johnny Carson Park

Olive Recreation Center

Hip Hop

This class will get your child moving and is designed for those fast movers with high energy! Dancers will learn basic hip hop choreography and techniques. The upbeat music allows for more cardio-based movements. Gym shoes required.

Instructor: Alisha McMullin

Olive Recreation Center

PRESCHOOL SPECIAL INTEREST

Fairytale Ballet

Just like Cinderella’s glass slippers, this class will be the perfect fit for any beginning ballerina! Garri Dance Staff will incorporate magical props and enchanting music while introducing basic ballet positions and exercises. For the health and safety of our dancers, each participant must purchase a prop bundle to use each week in class. Prop bundles must be purchased from their instructor for $5 on the first day of class.

Instructor: Garri Dance Studio

Johnny Carson Park

Olive Recreation Center

Mandarin Chinese for the Very Young

Expose your child to Mandarin Chinese when their minds are the most ready to soak up the sounds, intonations, and inflections of language. They truly are little sponges. We will learn some basic characters, Chinese songs, and rhymes. Acquiring a second language with music, song, some short videos will make it fun, engaging, and easy for young children and parents alike.

A $25 material fee is due to instructor on the first day of class. This includes a CD, booklet, and handouts.

Instructor: Marlene Kuo-Morinaga

Olive Recreation Center

PRESCHOOL CLASSES

Spanish Immersion for Preschoolers

Participants will be introduced to a new language and have a blast in the process. This class incorporates music and movement, games, storytelling, and art to keep participants immersed and engaged in the language. Materials package is optional and can be purchased for $10 (includes CD).

Instructor: Martha Duarte / Lango Burbank

Robert R. Ovrom Community Center

Super Soccer Stars

Super Soccer Stars teaches soccer skills in a fun, noncompetitive, and educational environment. Through an age-specific curriculum, soccer is used to nurture, build self-confidence, and develop teamwork. Low child-tocoach ratios and positive reinforcement ensure that each participant improves at their pace while having a blast. Soccer ball required.

Instructor: Super Soccer Stars

Miller Park

PRESCHOOL SPORTS & FITNESS

Amazing Athletes

Amazing Athletes is a multi-sport program that benefits children physically, mentally, socially and emotionally. Our program introduces the fundamentals of 10 different sports in a non-competitive environment. Children routinely gain greater confidence, learn to combine fitness with fun, and develop key motor skills. Free T-shirt included with registration.

Instructor: Amazing Athletes

Verdugo Park

Jr. Sports Star

Early Childhood is a time of development of gross and fine motor skills. Prepare your child for a variety of sports while introducing athletic skills. We will use balls to start with basic throwing and catching. Learn to jump, hop, skip, and run while using gear. Body Control and coordination starts young with neural/muscle connections! Music and colorful apparatus make it fun and keep young ones engaged.

Instructor: Marlene Kuo-Morinaga

Olive Recreation Center

Tot/Pre Soccer

Little tykes will enjoy running and kicking just like the big kids! Participants will have fun and learn the basic techniques of the game while building self-esteem. Participants will continue to learn and follow instructions in a nurturing, age-appropriate environment. All participants receive a Kidz Love Soccer jersey!

Shin guards are required after the first class.

Instructor: Kidz Love Soccer

Miller Park

CLASS REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Coming in March 2023

Spring Reading with the Burbank Public Library!

March 1 - May 31

Play book bingo with your Library Read and win prizes Free and open to all ages!

Signups begin mid-February on the Library website burbanklibrary.org

BURBANK PUBLIC LIBRARY

The Burbank Program, Activity, and Service Subsidy (PASS) links Burbank residents, who meet the income thresholds, with Citywide programs, activities, and services.

ELIGIBLE PROGRAMS:

• Parks and Recreation Programming recreation and aquatic classes, sports programs, day camps, afterschool care programs, etc.

• Senior and Disabled Transit

• Fire Services

• Animal Shelter Services

• and more! www.BurbankCA.gov/BurbankPASS

818.238.5317

Previous Class “Introduction to Adobe Photoshop”

YOUTH CLASSES

Crayola Monsters & Myths

From sea serpents of the deep to phoenixes in the sky, every society has its monsters and myths. We’ll tell their stories through paintings, sculptures and other works of art. These creatures may inspire awe, curiosity or surprise, but they all inspire our imaginations! participants complete one art project every class and will take home Crayola art materials to build on in-class projects at home. $68 is due at the beginning of the first class. All materials and equipment for in-class projects and take home art supplies

Instructor: Crayola® Imagine Arts Academy™

Robert R. Ovrom Community Center

Create with Clay

Cartooning 1 with Teacher Noah

Does your child have an ON FIRE imagination, always coming up with creative stories, or drawing inspired characters? In Cartooning we’ll discover how the pros in animation create classic characters and explore how your child can create one too! We’ll cover character design, story structure, and MORE! All participants will even get the opportunity to pitch their stories!

Instructor: Noah Fontana

Olive Recreation Center

Crafting Kids Club

If your kids love making things, then this is the class for them! In this class, participants will have the opportunity to work on a different fun and hands-on crafts each week with “summer” as the theme. They’ll make 3D ice cream cones, beach settings, sailboats, and more. They’ll also get to explore their creativity and use each craft as an opportunity to make their own statement pieces.

A $20 materials fee is due on the first day of class.

Instructor: Teni & Tayo Creations

Olive Recreation Center

Participants will expand their artist horizon as they work with clay to make unique pieces of art. The class will explore an array of hand building techniques. All projects will be fired, glazed and taken home. Creativity is a must!

Instructor: Gladys Rios

Betsy Lueke Creative Arts Center

Digital Drawing With Teacher Noah

Looking to help your gifted child use their tablet for more than just games? With a stylus in one hand and tablet in the other, we will cover topics like animating GIFs, making digital brushes, building art communities, and MORE! Materials required: Drawing Tablet, Stylus, and a drawing app (Procreate or Autodesk Sketchbook are preferred).

Instructor: Noah Fontana

Olive Recreation Center

CLASS REGISTRATION INFORMATION

YOUTH ART

Drawing with Teacher Noah

Give your artistic child a crash course in drawing our wonderful world with a pencil in hand and sketchbook in the other! We’ll explore topics such as Perspective, Light & Darkness, Motion, Composition, and MORE! This beginner class is great for those sketching for the first time and those wanting to advance their art skills to the next level!

Instructor: Noah Fontana

Olive Recreation Center

Saturday Art Club

A different project every week, featuring multimedia art materials. Participants will experience the fun of making their own statement with paint, drawing, crayon, and pastels. The one and a half hour class time allows for more expressive development. Themes from around the world also expand cultural awareness. They will learn to see beauty in Animals, flowers, sea creatures and fantasy art.

A $7 material fee is due to instructor on the first day of class.

Instructor: Margo Gravelle

Betsy Lueke Creative Arts Center

YOUTH DANCE

Mr. Patrick’s Cartooning & Comic Book Creation Class

Mr. Patrick’s Cartooning and Comic Book Creation class is a fun approach to improving drawing skills and expressing imagination. Participants are guided in the fundamentals of creating cartoon characters and backgrounds. Their imagination is further expressed as a memorable takehome comic book narrative to share and remember.

A $10 material fee is due to instructor on the first day of class.

Instructor: Patrick Khan

Olive Recreation Center

Mr. Patrick’s Intro to 3D Sculpture Class

Mr. Patrick’s Intro to 3D Sculpture Class introduces participants to 3D art. The class uses selected safe materials to create and solve basic structural problems resulting in a delightful take home 3D sculpture. Each lesson builds knowledge in navigating the differences between 2D and 3D. Students can make any project from their imagination the young artists will be given to take home and share on the last day of class.

A $10 material fee is due to instructor on the first day of class.

Instructor: Patrick Khan

Olive Recreation Center

Ballet 6-11

This class is catered for beginner/intermediate dancers. Participants will learn the fundamentals of ballet through barre technique, terminology, proper alignment, and across the floor combinations. This class provides new participants with an opportunity to incrementally learn and gain confidence in their abilities! Ballet shoes are required.

Instructor: Alisha McMullin

Olive Recreation Center

Jazz 1

This class is for beginner/intermediate dancers. Participants will learn the fundamental techniques of jazz dancing through high energy music, across the floor combinations, and fun choreography. Participants will gain muscle strength and flexibility. This is a great way to improve confidence, creativity, and self expression! Ballet shoes or jazz shoes are required.

Instructor: Alisha McMullin

Olive Recreation Center

YOUTH CLASSES

YOUTH MARTIAL ARTS

Jr. Kobudo | Bo Staff

Kobudo (Historic Martial Arts) is like Karate with the added focus of using various implements. The “Bo” staff is one of the most versatile and is a very adaptive tool that serves as a natural extension of the body that helps build self-defense and improvisational skills. Training promotes flexibility, coordination, strength and balance. Mental aspect also builds confidence, focus, calmness & respect.

New participant start-up material fee of $69 (includes uniform and equipment) is due to instructor on the first day of class.

Instructor: Masters in Motion

McCambridge Recreation Center

Beginner Fencing

The sport of fencing is fun, challenging, and a great workout. Even if you are not a serious competitor, fencing is a great hobby. With professional instruction, participants are introduced to a specific art form that will help develop balance and discipline in a safe and fun atmosphere. Participants are grouped by age and/or ability level.

A $35 equipment rental fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class.

Instructor: Swords Fencing Studio Inc

Swords Fencing Studio

Jr Karate

Discover why Karate is the perfect healthy activity for raising confident leaders, practiced by millions worldwide. Comprehensive training includes kicking, punching, grappling, groundwork and forms passed down for centuries as a winning formula for getting fit, instilling intuitive reflexes and building practical self-defense skills. Classes occur in a traditional environment with a focus on discipline & respect.

A $59 new participant start-up fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class. This includes a uniform.

Instructor: Masters in Motion

McCambridge Recreation Center

Jr. Kobudo | Sai

Kobudo (Historic Martial Arts) is like Karate with the added focus of using various implements. Curriculum covers a Sai, Tonfa, Kama and Nunchaku (alternating each session). Classes offer a balanced mix of traditional ways & modern self-defense application. Training promotes flexibility, coordination, strength & balance. Mental aspect also builds confidence, focus, calmness & respect.

New participant start-up material fee of $69 (includes uniform and equipment) is due to instructor on the first day of class.

Instructor: Masters in Motion

McCambridge Recreation Center

CLASS REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Young Ninjas–Confident Eagle

Across cultures of all kinds, the eagle represents an unwavering spirit, who, above all, shows unbreakable confidence. To earn your purple headband, you must learn to embrace what makes you unique, and hold that with confidence, just like the eagle. Young Ninjas is a highenergy program introducing participants to fundamental martial arts elements, like blocks, kicks, strikes, and situational awareness. Through skill training, fun games, creative challenges, and pad work on foam targets, participants develop self-confidence and learn to enjoy being physically active in a non-competitive setting.

$10 material fee due to the instructor at the beginning of the second class.

Instructor: Young Ninjas

Verdugo Park

YOUTH MUSIC

Musical Theatre

Sing, dance, and act in this energetic class run by professional musical theatre performers. Participants learn how to be a triple threat. Each day will include acting, improvisational games, creative movement, singing and rehearsing a short performance. Confident or shy, those with or without singing, dancing, or acting experience, can join in this fun filled class.

$10 fee due at the beginning of the first class. Musical theatre music scores and scripts

Instructor: Off the Beaten Track Productions

Olive Recreation Center

YOUTH SPECIAL INTEREST

Acting to Camera Bootcamp

Learn all the skills you need to act in front of the camera in a fun environment. Each day you will work on commercials, impro to camera and tv scripts to a polished shoot on the final class. Learn how to go from auditioning for a part to filming your scene with a partner that will then be emailed to parents. It will be jam-packed and lots of fun. Run by actors living and working in Hollywood.

$10 is due at the beginning of the first class.

Instructor: Off the Beaten Track Productions

Olive Recreation Center

Age(s) Days Dates Times Fees

Adventure Quest

Strike out on an adventure quest to solve a mystery, or discover a new land, or animal species! Using imagination and lots of visual aids, plan a trip to a distant land while learning math, biology, history and geography. Learning is fun when reading maps and planning how much fuel and supplies are needed for the journey. Examine historical pioneers, ask if Bigfoot, ghosts, or UFOs are real, and prepare to explore the world around us.

A $10 material fee is due to instructor on the first day of class.

Instructor: Marlene Kuo-Morinaga

Olive Recreation Center

Age(s) Days Dates Times Fees

Animal Invasion!

Animal invasion is a class for all animal lovers! Your child will experience and interact with all kinds of amazing creatures including: reptiles, amphibians, mammals, birds, insects, and more! Don’t miss out on all the fun, games, and most importantly—the animals!

Instructor: Parker-Anderson Learning Center

Olive Recreation Center

YOUTH CLASSES

Chess Wizards

Join Chess Wizards this semester for tons of challenging chess lessons, exciting games, and cool prizes. You’ll improve your chess skills, and work out your most powerful muscle–your brain! Our classes are geared to suit children of all skill levels; from chessling to checkmate artist, students will build upon their knowledge through lessons, tournaments, variation games and more! More than just a game of winning and losing, we make learning chess fun!

Instructor: Chess Wizard Inc

Olive Recreation Center

Critter Squad: Indoor Safari

Build A Toy Workshop

In this unique STEM class, participants will build, decorate, and play with five cool wooden toys that they each get to take home for extra hours of play. They’ll build a voiceactivated truck, an army battle tank, a walking dinosaur, a battery-operated jeep, and a safe. This class will introduce the kids to basic engineering concepts while inspiring their creativity and nurturing their problem-solving skills.

A $125 material fee is due to instructor on the first day of class.

Instructor: Teni & Tayo Creations

Olive Recreation Center

Chess Club

We introduce chess to participants in a fun and exciting way! For all participants and all levels, we teach participants to play chess and help them succeed in school by stimulating their problem-solving skills, analytical skills, and critical thinking. Includes exclusive booklets and worksheets. Win certificates, medals, and trophies!

Instructor: Parker-Anderson Learning Center

Olive Recreation Center

Let your child go “Zoo Wild” with this completely handson experience unlike any other! Participants will explore animals and reptiles of all shapes, sizes, and colors as we bring our indoor safari to the palms of our hands. Don’t miss out on this incredible animal experience!

Instructor: Parker-Anderson Learning Center

Olive Recreation Center

Age(s) Days Dates Times Fees

Egghead Engineering: Ancient Wonders

Using LEGOs, participants will build awesome ancient creations like aqueducts, huge dams, wells, and giant coliseums. Then, test them with the crush test, the weight test, and more to make sure they can stand up to the challenge! All Eggheads will get their Ancient Engineer ID card, authorizing them to design and build any ancient wonder they can think of. At the end of the class, they’ll also get their official Ancient Engineer Degree–proving they’re ready to build the toughest challenges!

A $32 material fee is due to instructor on the first day of class.

Instructor: Professor Egghead Science Academy

Olive Recreation Center Age(s)

CLASS REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Kids Acting Workshop!

Acting exposes students to characterization, plot structure, ensemble acting, creativity, the art of listening and silence, and following directions all through the use of various theater games. Come join the fun!

Instructor: Parker-Anderson Learning Center

Olive Recreation Center

Lets get confident

This class will focus on empowering young people to come out of their shells. Incorporating storytelling, improvisation, imagination, and working with others, students will learn techniques to help them feel calm and confident through improvisation games. Improvisation is about saying YES, using imagination, and finding your voice. Young people will have more belief in themselves and learn to be free and open to their life.

Instructor: Off the Beaten Track Productions

Olive Recreation Center Age(s) Days Dates Times Fees

Tue 3/28-5/16 4:00-5:00pm $235

Kids Cooking Academy

Participants will tantalize their taste buds and have fun with food! Different recipes each week from appetizers to entrees, snacks, desserts, and more! Learn about nutrition, dining etiquette, and cooperation skills in this scrumptious class!

Instructor: Parker-Anderson Learning Center

Olive Recreation Center

Making a Short Film

Together we will create an idea through lots of fun storytelling group activities, then we will write a script as a group, cast the actors and rehearse it, and then film a short film! This camp is all about collaboration and working as a team. After filming, the footage will be professionally edited together, and a link provided to access your film after class ends. run by award-winning filmmakers currently working in film and television.

$15 is due at the beginning of the first class. Scripts and props to be used to film

Let’s Make a Short Film

Run by award-winning filmmakers currently working in film and television, together participants will create a short film idea through fun storytelling activities, write a script, cast the actors, rehearse, and then film a short film. It will then be professionally edited together and a link will be sent to each participant. Participants can choose to be in front of the camera, behind or both, in this creative workshop.

$15 due at the beginning of the first class. Scripts and props to be used to film.

Instructor: Off the Beaten Track Productions

Olive Recreation Center

Instructor: Off the Beaten Track Productions

Olive Recreation Center

Age(s) Days Dates Times Fees

Wed 3/29-5/17 5:00-6:00pm $235

Nature Apprentice Class

Participants will learn about nature related topics such as plants, animals, geology, and more! Learning materials will be provided.

Instructor: Recreation Staff

Stough Canyon Nature Center

Age(s) Days Dates Times Fees

YOUTH CLASSES

YOUTH SPECIAL INTEREST

Professor Egghead Science Superheroes

Calling all Eggheads to the lab with the SCIENCE SYMBOL! Eggheads become science superheroes in this class as they bend their vision, learn about super smelling, crazy illusions, ultrasonic hearing and tons more! Each week, Eggheads will learn the science behind super strength and all the other things our superheroes need, and take home their experiment to help them be super themselves! At the end of the class, every Egghead will become an official Science Superhero with a Degree to prove it!

A $32 material fee is due to instructor on the first day of class.

Instructor: Professor Egghead Science Academy

Olive Recreation Center

PSAT/SAT College Admissions

The instructor, a PSAT National Merit finalist, teaches you how to optimize test-taking strategies after assessing participant’s personal strengths and weaknesses. Focus on areas of study that need review and new approaches to master math and verbal categories. Practice exercises will be provided weekly, along with reading assignments to develop vocabulary building.

A $10 material fee is due to instructor on the first day of class.

Instructor: Marlene Kuo-Morinaga

Olive Recreation Center

Robot Workshop: Car Creator!

Build 3 awesome cars to take home: the Solar Racer, the Balloon Buggy, and the Camaro Concept Car! Gain knowledge of motors and gears to create super cool vehicles such as Solar Powered Cars and Fold-N-Roll Racers that you’ll compete with in the Parker-Anderson Grand Prix! (Robots subject to change based on availability)

$45 due to the instructor at the beginning of the first class.

Instructor: Parker-Anderson Learning Center

Recreation Center

Robot Workshop: Green Science!

Build 3 awesome robots to take home: the Aqua Robot, the 3-in-1 Mini Solar Robot, and the Solar Rover Robot. Gain knowledge of alternative energy sources like Wind, Water, and Solar power as you build windmills, solar boats, hydro-cars, and more to discover renewable energy sources that make our planet greener! (Robots subject to change based on availability)

$45 lab fee due to the instructor at the beginning of the first class.

Instructor: Parker-Anderson Learning Center

Olive Recreation Center

S.T.E.A.M. Class for Enrichment

NEW EXPERIMENTS & TOPICS EACH TERM! Science can be fun! Subjects covered are biology, chemistry, math games, physics, logic for computer coding, and more!! The Scientific Method is taught to encourage critical thinking and to explore the world around us. Hands-on experiments taught by genuine science enthusiast and lab researcher.

A $10 material fee is due to instructor on the first day of class.

Instructor: Marlene Kuo-Morinaga Olive

Center

Spanish Immersion for Early Elementary

Participants will be introduced to a new language, make developmental strides, explore a new culture and make new friends. Our classes incorporate music, games, storytelling and more to keep participants immersed and engaged in the language.

Materials package is optional and can be purchased for $10 (includes CD).

Instructor: Martha Duarte / Lango Burbank

Robert R. Ovrom Community Center

CLASS REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Super Powered Science!

Science can be so much fun! We teach inquiry-based exploration with hands-on materials as participants learn to become critical thinkers. The participants won’t be bored for a minute with the wide range of science they will experience during the session. Color-changing beads, density columns, and so much more!

Instructor: Parker-Anderson Learning Center

Olive Recreation Center

Young Doctors | Pre-Med Academy

Come join the Jr. Medical School! Learn about CPR, First AID techniques, how to check blood pressure, pulse and respiration, and even how to apply a sling!

Instructor: Parker-Anderson Learning Center Olive Recreation Center

YOUTH SPORTS & FITNESS

Burbank Ninja Warrior

Immerse yourself in Ninja culture and conquer a Ninja Obstacle Course! We also play games like Capture the Flag and dodgeball to develop coordination, fitness, stamina, and motor skills. Enroll with friends and make new ones while challenging your athletic abilities. This class builds your total-body strength and develops your power, will, and determination. There will be scheduled rotations through a new course each week! There will even be a special Water Balloon Day as we go through an obstacle course! Sanitary practices on all gear.

Instructor: Marlene Kuo-Morinaga

Olive Recreation Center

Pure Joy Basketball Academy

This class is designed to help participants learn the game of basketball while having fun. Teach skill development and gameplay. Become a better teammate and leader. Please note: After the first week, the instructor will evaluate each participant and place them according to skill level.

Each participant should bring a basketball, water, and wear athletic gear and shoes.

Instructor: Pure Joy Basketball Coach

Olive Recreation Center

Skateboard Class | Beginner

An outdoor athletic education focused on progression, safety, and fun! Class follows Pacific Skate School’s Curriculum including Color Level Goals, ABC Skate Philosophy, and Skate Dollars to teach beginner skateboard fundamentals including stance, peddles/ brakes, up to fakie, kickturn, drop in, stall, and air.

Required Experience: Intro & Beginner. Skateboard Helmet & Pads Required.

Instructor: Pacific Skate School

Valley Park

YOUTH CLASSES

Soccer 2

Skateboard Class | Intermediate

This class will feature outdoor education, athletics, and creativity centered around skateboarding. Program uses Intermediate Curriculum: Color Level Goals, ABC Skate Philosophy, and Skate Dollars for prizes. Students learn how to skateboard safely, correctly, and respectfully. Intermediate skaters focus on Pop, Shuv, Spin, Slide, Grind and Flip.

Skateboard, Helmet and Pads Required.

Instructor: Pacific Skate School

Valley Park

A great introduction to competitive soccer, this class teaches advanced skill building such as dribbling, passing, and shooting in a team format, as well as an introduction to goal-tending. Participants will scrimmage and learn to play together as a team. From defense and midfield to forward and goalie, participants get exposure to playing every position and have a blast doing it. Appropriate for players of varying skill levels. Best of all, each participant receives a Kidz Love Soccer jersey! Soccer 2: Skillz and Scrimmages classes are 45-minutes long, and meet once a week.

Instructor: Kidz Love Soccer Miller Park

Soccer Stars United

Soccer Stars United, the advanced program for Soccer Stars is a competitive program by description. The class is developmental in nature. The primary objectives focus on technical improvement and confidence building. Licensed and experienced coaches follow the Soccer Stars United curriculum components to help each participant achieve individual milestones while fostering long-term group and team development in a harmonious environment. Soccer ball required.

Instructor: Super Soccer Stars Miller Park

Soccer 1

Participants will learn dribbling, passing, defense, and shooting goals! Fun skill games are played at every session and every participant will have a ball at their feet. Smallsided soccer matches will be introduced gradually. Perfect for first time participants while being fun and engaging for those with some experience. All participants receive a Kidz Love Soccer jersey! Shin guards are required after the first meeting.

Instructor: Kidz Love Soccer

Miller Park

CLASS REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Super Soccer Stars

Super Soccer Stars teaches soccer skills in a fun, noncompetitive, and educational environment. Through an age-specific curriculum, soccer is used to nurture, build self-confidence, and develop teamwork. Low child-tocoach ratios and positive reinforcement ensures each child improves at their pace while having a blast. Soccer ball required.

Instructor: Super Soccer Stars

Miller Park

Volleyball skills

Learn from a former member of the USA Developmental program and pro-beach volleyball player. This elite training covers both basic skills and advanced techniques in setting, hitting, blocking, and serving. Also, learn positioning and strategies for team play. All skill levels welcome!

Instructor: Marlene Kuo-Morinaga

Robert R. Ovrom Park

Youth Evolution Basketball | Level 1

Learn fundamental movement skills and build overall motor skills. This course is designed for participants to learn fundamental concepts of basketball. The program focuses on technique through the use of activities that subsequently help build on each other, helping participants to gradually increase their ability to do the basic skill to help them play the sport of basketball.

Instructor: Isaac Rosas

Robert R. Ovrom Park

Youth Evolution Basketball | Level 2

This course will focus on dribbling, passing, shot technique and teamwork. Adjustable hoops and appropriately sized basketballs are used to always provide just the right amount of challenge. The children will soon explore the sport of Basketball with a variety of activities and games the program has in play.

Instructor: Isaac Rosas

Robert R. Ovrom Park

Youth Evolution Basketball | Level 3

The Level 3 course is aimed to improve large motor skills, spatial awareness, and teamwork. This class will be more advanced as the instructor focuses on agility, drills, and teaching children how to perform under pressure of the clock and their opponents. Drills are focused on more complex activities that include fast breaks, coordinated offensive plays, and multiple defensive structures. Your child will learn explosives plays, improve their footwork and develop their range and accuracy of shooting.

Instructor: Isaac Rosas

Robert R. Ovrom Park

TEEN & ADULT CLASSES

TEEN/ADULT ART

Artistic Italian Tiles

Create “old world” painted tiles in the style of Majorca. Choose a project from many samples or design an original pattern! Participants will paint, glaze and finish several tiles during the 4 weeks of classes. Instructor provides all materials needed, and will fire your finished work off site. This class is fun and very creative for teens, as well as adults.

A $14 material fee is due to instructor on the first day of class.

Instructor: Margo Gravelle

Betsy Lueke Creative Arts Center

Basic Drawing

This class provides participants with experience in various mediums and techniques of drawing. Charcoal, chalk pastels, artist pens and graphite pencils will be used as the class progresses.

Instructor: Paulette Roussel

Betsy Lueke Creative Arts Center

Jewelry Making Basics

Participants will learn the skills to make earrings, bracelets, and necklaces using jewelry tools. Additionally, participants will receive guidance in designing their individual pieces.

A $35 material fee for first-time participants is due to instructor on the first day of class. A material list is required for all participants.

Instructor: Paulette Roussel

Betsy Lueke Creative Arts Center

Drawing Techniques

Participants will explore different ways of drawing utilizing various materials. Great for beginner or intermediate participants. Classes will explore different aspects of perspective drawing, composition, texture, and value studies. Participants are required to have items from a material list (contact the Betsy Lueke Creative Arts Center). Advanced participants may provide and work on personal projects.

Instructor: Jack Paul Miller

Betsy Lueke Creative Arts Center

Learning to Paint with Watercolor | Advanced/Intermediate

This class is for the advanced/intermediate artist who wants to explore further the many techniques of watercolor painting. A demo & critique is given each week on class and individual paintings. A supply list is available at the Betsy Lueke Creative Arts Center.

A $15 material fee is due to instructor on the first day of class.

Instructor: Pam McDonald

Betsy Lueke Creative Arts Center

Learning to Paint with Watercolor

Beginning/Intermediate

This is a step by step instruction. Participants will explore painting different subjects, using different techniques of watercolor painting, with brushes and color mixing. A supply list is available at the Betsy Lueke Creative Arts Center.

A $10 material fee is due to instructor on the first day of class.

Instructor: Pam McDonald

Betsy Lueke Creative Arts Center

TEEN & ADULT CLASSES

TEEN/ADULT ART

Nature Art: Creativity and Wellness in Nature

Through the power of nature art journaling, participants will discover that creativity, wellness, and nature go hand in hand. Participants will create art and writings in their journals, craft art from nature, enhance their observational skills, go on short nature walks, and learn about local wildlife. Most importantly, participants will experience the restorative effect of nature. All art levels welcomed; the only requirement is an appreciation and love for nature!

Instructor: Recreation Staff

Stough Canyon Nature Center

Pottery | Intermediate

Intermediate: Classes will include individual instruction in the techniques of wheel throwing, hand building, and glazing. Participants will expand upon their knowledge of what was taught in Beginner/Intermediate classes.

NO PRODUCTION POTTERY ALLOWED.

Pottery | Beginner

Participants will explore various methods of hand construction with high fire stoneware clay. Pinch, slab, coil techniques, and introduction to glazing will be covered. No pottery wheel instruction.

Instructor: Frances Kissel-Powell

Betsy Lueke Creative Arts Center

Pottery | Beginner/Intermediate

Beginner: Participants will explore various methods of hand construction with high fire stoneware clay. Pinch, slab and coil techniques, and introduction to glazing will be covered. No pottery wheel instruction.

Intermediate: Classes will include individual instruction in the techniques of wheel throwing, hand building, and glazing. Participants will expand upon their knowledge of what was taught in Beginner/Intermediate classes.

NO PRODUCTION POTTERY ALLOWED.

Instructor: Jack Paul Miller, Deborah Jenkins

Betsy Lueke Creative Arts Center

Instructor: Deborah Jenkins

Betsy Lueke Creative Arts Center

Pottery | Friday Night at the Pottery Studio

This class is designed for beginning through advanced pottery participants. Beginners will explore the basics in pottery making, while intermediate/advanced participants may work on their projects with technical assistance from the instructor, if desired. Materials list required for beginning participants.

Instructor: Michael Hirsh

Betsy Lueke Creative Arts Center

Pottery | Wednesday Morning

Intermediate and advanced participants will expand on throwing and hand building skills, develop individual style, and work on personal projects. Classes will include individual instruction as desired and exploration of ideas for surface decoration. Participants will not be taught wheel throwing.

Prerequisite: Beginner/Intermediate.

Instructor: Tina McKenzie

Betsy Lueke Creative Arts Center

CLASS REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Tuesday Wheel Throwing

Come experience the wonders of making pottery with a focus on working on the potter’s wheel. All skill levels are welcome. The only requirement is to have fun.

Instructor: Jay Ribeiro

Betsy Lueke Creative Arts Center

Pottery | Wednesday Night

Come experience the wonders of making pottery. This class is for beginners to advanced participants. Beginners will learn the basics of pottery and glazing while intermediate and advanced students can work independently, with 1 on 1 instruction as needed. Wheel throwing instruction will be available to all participants.

Instructor: Michael Law

Betsy Lueke Creative Arts Center

Pottery | Wheel & Glaze

Throw, trim, and glaze in this comprehensive class. This class is designed to help beginner to advanced participants develop individual pottery skills. Basic and advanced glazing techniques will be taught. Hand builders are also welcome. Material list required for beginning participants (contact the Betsy Lueke Creative Arts Center). Wheel instruction will be available for all.

Instructor: Michael Hirsh

Betsy Lueke Creative Arts Center

Weaving

Learn the techniques of weaving including: inkle, rigid heddle, and four shaft loom weaving. Try them all, then choose your favorite and make projects such as scarves, placement, bags, camera straps, and belts. Equipment provided or bring your own.

Instructor: Anna Zinsmeister

Betsy Lueke Creative Arts Center Age(s)

TEEN/ADULT DANCE

Country Line Dance

You will explore the latest Country Line Dances as well as old favorites. Country Music and Contemporary Rock Music used. We give you the tools to take what we teach in class to the dance floor. Come enjoy a fun evening. You might even make some new friends.

Instructor: Ruth Welch

McCambridge Recreation Center

Age(s) Days Dates

Egyptian Dance: Bellydance | 1 & 2

Spinning Fiber for Yarn

Learn to spin yarn using a hand spindle or spinning wheel. Learn to prepare fiber for spinning and how to ply yarn for use in knitting, crochet, or weaving. Equipment provided or bring your own.

A $8 material fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class.

Instructor: Anna Zinsmeister

Betsy Lueke Creative Arts Center

Tone and train in person to Egyptian pop music. Practice basic rhythms and zill patterns, veil moves, and dance combos. This class is geared towards those with some experience, but all are welcome to join

Instructor: Kelli Hornachek

Olive Recreation Center

TEEN & ADULT CLASSES

TEEN/ADULT DANCE

TEEN/ADULT MARTIAL ARTS

Advanced Danzan Ryu Jujitsu

Learn traditional and comprehensive martial art skills such as striking, take downs, joint locking, escapes, and weapon defense applications for threat relevant responses. Class also includes traditional functional healing arts. Minimum age for registration is 18 years old. Open to brown belt above or instructor approval.

A $35 association fee due to the instructor on the first day of class.

Instructor: Ray Scholl

Verdugo Park

Hula | Intermediate & Advanced

This class is paced for intermediate and advanced level Hula dancers. Enjoy dancing to some of our old and new favorites, continue working on our dances from the previous session, and learn a new dance. Come for fun, exercise, friendship, and “Aloha.”

Note: All levels are welcome, but dancers familiar with basic Hula step patterns and good Hula form will have a more enjoyable experience.

Instructor: Shari Ward

Olive Recreation Center

Tap Beginning

This class is designed for participants wanting to learn tap or review and improve tap dancing techniques. This beginner class will start with basic steps, then move into simple routines that string the steps together as the class progresses. Come learn to tap to a vast genre of music ranging from Broadway to Pop and have some fun. Tap shoes are recommended.

Instructor: Michelle Shirtcliff

Olive Recreation Center

BECOME A CONTRACT INSTRUCTOR

Jujitsu Self-Defense

Learn traditional and comprehensive martial arts skills such as striking, throwing, joint locking, kicking, escaping, grappling, and weapon defense applications (sticks, knife, gun, staff, sword, cord, and others) as well as functional healing arts. Continuing participants potentially advance through black belt ranks.

A $35 association fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class.

Instructor: Ray Scholl

Verdugo Park

CLASS REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Do you have special skills or talent you are willing to share with others?

Karate

Discover how science and strategy overcome size and strength on a path for self-mastery. Comprehensive training includes kicking, punching, grappling, groundwork, weapons defenses and classical forms passed down for centuries, for getting fit naturally and instilling intuitive reflexes. Classes offer the best mix of traditional structure, modern training and practical selfdefense.

A $59 new participant start-up fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class. This includes a uniform.

Instructor: Masters in Motion

McCambridge Recreation Center

Kobudo | Sai

Kobudo (Historic Martial Arts) is like Karate with the added focus of using various implements. Curriculum covers a Sai, Tonfa, Kama and Nunchaku (alternating each session). Classes offer a balanced mix of traditional ways & modern self-defense application. Training promotes flexibility, coordination, strength & balance. Mental aspect also builds confidence, focus, calmness & respect.

A $69 new participant start-up fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class. This includes a uniform and equipment.

Instructor: Masters in Motion

McCambridge Recreation Center

Kobudo | Sword

Learn the classical art of the “Katana” (Japanese Sword), made famous by Samurai and Ninjas. This dynamic class covers all aspects of “Kenjutsu” (swordsmanship), including “Iaido” (quick draw), “Bokken- jutsu” (practical exchange), and “Kendo” (dynamic application). Training develops a stronger body, focused mind, and quick improvisational skills.

A $69 new participant start-up fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class. This includes a uniform and equipment.

Instructor: Masters in Motion

McCambridge Recreation Center

Tai Chi

Kobudo | Bo Staff

Kobudo (Historic Martial Arts) is like Karate with the added focus of using various implements. The “Bo” staff is one of the most versatile and is a very adaptive tool that serves as a natural extension of the body that helps build self-defense and improvisational skills. Training promotes flexibility, coordination, strength and balance. Mental aspect also builds confidence, focus, calmness & respect.

A $69 new participant start-up fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class. This includes a uniform and equipment.

Instructor: Masters in Motion

McCambridge Recreation Center

T’ai Chi Ch’uan is an ancient Chinese Internal Martial Art. Refined into a meditative practice, it promotes wellbeing, reduces stress, tones muscles, and strengthens the immune system. With regular practice, participants may attain improved health, flexibility, coordination and will eventually develop instinctive self-defense skills. This class explores traditional Yang and Tung style forms.

*Wednesday class is Intermediate level. Students must know the Yang Style Long Form sequence

Instructor: Dede Nardini, Rita Lisa Sinkoski

Verdugo Park

TEEN & ADULT CLASSES

TEEN/ADULT SPECIAL INTEREST

TEEN/ADULT SPORTS & FITNESS

Beginning & Intermediate Knitting

This class is for both beginners and intermediates. Beginners will explore the basics: cast on, knit and purl stitch, ribbing, binding off, fringing, and weaving in ends. Intermediate participants will explore pattern reading, shaping, increasing/decreasing, lace, cable, and more.

Instructor: Alisa Mirkhanian

Olive Recreation Center

Aquacise

Aquacise is a fun-filled water aerobics class that mixes exercise with a social atmosphere. This program is designed to get you moving and exercising with the benefit of a water supporting your weight and taking the pressure off your joints. All the while giving your muscles the resistance training they need. Build your cardiovascular fitness and strength. With upbeat music to keep you motivated, Aquacise is open to all participants ages 15-99+. There is no minimum fitness level required.

Instructor: Breakthrough Sports

Verdugo Aquatic Facility

Canine Etiquette–Basic Dog Obedience

Help make your pet a more well-mannered companion. Classes will focus on skills including: sit, down, stay, come, heel, and dog-to-dog socialization. Learn techniques for such common issues as jumping, barking, destructive chewing, etc.

Instructor: Melissa Lopez-Munoz

Verdugo Park

Aquatic CardioFit

This safe, fun, and effective workout uses water exercises to build muscle and reduce body fat with little or no impact to joints … all done in a heated pool to fun and energizing music. The water offers a heavier resistance than air, so participants can experience a challenging workout while the buoyancy takes away most or all of the impact to bones and joints!

Optional: bring aquatic fitness gloves to increase resistance.

Instructor: Karen Eldridge

Verdugo Aquatic Facility

CLASS REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Barre Sculpt

Come for graceful dance conditioning, isometrics, and interval training using balls, bands, and light weights to increase heart rate while deeply sculpting arms, abs, booty, and thighs, plus improve posture! Participants will have the option of using a chair instead of the barre if preferred. Bring a 1lb or 2lb weights and yoga mat.

A $20 material fee is due to instructor on the first day of class if you do not have a mini ball and band.

Instructor: Karen Eldridge

Robert R. Ovrom Community Center

Burn, Groove & Flow

A music-driven weight and mat class that has it all! Constant movement on the mat combining aspects of functional training, dance, and body-flow workouts. It is a fun and challenging total-body program that will leave you long, lean, and drenched! Bring a mat. One (1lb) or two (2lbs) pound weights optional, but please do not bring weights that are heavier as they are not appropriate for this format.

Instructor: Karen Eldridge

McCambridge Recreation Center

Cardio Fit Blast/30 Minutes to Fitness

Get incredible results in less time! This class is a great mix of low or high impact cardio training and lightweight body sculpting that burns fat and builds lean muscle. Improve your posture, balance, and flexibility. Increase your overall strength, speed up your metabolism, and increase your joint mobility. Get fit, feel great, and have some fun! Modifications are given for all fitness levels. Let’s get fit and healthy together.

Instructor: Michelle Wilson

Mary Alvord (Formerly Verdugo) Recreation Center

Cardio Kickboxing (Old School)

No bags, no gloves, just a fat-torching killer workout! This dynamic cardio-centric format is choreographed using martial arts inspired movement set to the rhythmic backdrop of heart-thumping beats. All levels welcome. Come join the fun. Improve coordination, build stamina, burn lots of calories, and HAVE A BLAST while you do it. Bring a mat, a towel, and LOTS OF WATER because this class will leave you sweaty and pumped.

Instructor: Karen Eldridge

Robert R. Ovrom Community Center

Fit & Firm/Full Body Workout

Get fit, build lean muscle, and see results! This ultimate cardio and body sculpting class incorporates fat-burning, super-fun, and easy-to-follow circuits that will give you a TOTAL BODY WORKOUT! Improve your balance, posture, and joint mobility. This energizing class will transform your abs, back, buns, thighs, and arms. Modifications for all fitness levels will keep you safe, smiling, and having fun. Class ends with a relaxing stretch to send you on your way. Please bring a mat.

Instructor: Michelle Wilson

Mary Alvord (formerly Verdugo) Recreation Center

TEEN & ADULT CLASSES

TEEN/ADULT SPORTS & FITNESS

Pilates = Weight Loss + Strength + Flexibility

Experience Pilates for an unparalleled TOTAL BODY workout! This class offers a unique blend of traditional Pilates and innovative exercises that will tone your abs, back, buns, thighs, and arms. Improve your balance, posture, flexibility, and overall strength. This cuttingedge workout is tailored for ALL FITNESS LEVELS. Modifications are given for beginners, emphasizing safety first for all. Bring a mat and let’s transform your body.

Instructor: Michelle Wilson

Mary Alvord (formerly Verdugo) Recreation Center

TEEN/ADULT YOGA

McCambridge Recreation Center

All Levels Yoga

In this class, participants will practice safe and accessible yoga postures and movements, as well as short breathing and meditation exercises, to reduce stress and anxiety, strengthen and stretch muscles, and release physical and mental tension.

Instructor: Shanchoy (Choyyoga)

Joslyn Adult Center

Zumba + Cardio Dance

An awesome, exhilarating, calorie-crunching workout that’s so much fun, you won’t even feel as though you’re working out. Easy to follow Latin and International dance routines combining fitness and dance steps (Salsa, Cha Cha, Merengue, Hip Hop, and more). Ditch the workout, join the party–try Zumba today.

Instructor: Bodygroove, Hollie Lee

Robert R. Ovrom Community Center

Sound Bath and Beyond

We will begin with Gentle Yoga moves/postures to open awareness, retune and balance energy centers of the body, including sound meditations and vocal toning. This will help prepare the layers of the body for the Sound bath. The effects of sound can be powerful and experiencing the vibrations in close proximity to the body promotes alignment from within as well as deeper meditation.

Instructor: Anne Jackson

Robert R. Ovrom Community Center

Yoga Flow

Bring balance to the body and calm to the mind as you flow through a series of postures where you connect breath and movement. In this series we will cover well rounded sequences which include sun salutations, backbends, twists, forward folds, and postures to improve balance. All levels are welcome.

Instructor: Lorraine Schleich

Robert R. Ovrom Community Center

CLASS REGISTRATION INFORMATION

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Home Delivered Meals Program

www.BurbankCA.gov/BNS

The Home Delivered Meals (HDM) Program delivers nutritious meals to homebound Burbank residents age 60+. Requesting volunteer drivers to help deliver meals.

Currently Accepting Volunteers

Congregate Meal Program

www.BurbankCA.gov/BNS

The Congregate Meal Program provides nutritious meals to Burbank residents age 60+. Requesting volunteers to assist with meal servicing, packaging, distributing, and sign-up.

Currently Accepting Volunteers

Burbank Temporary Aid Center (BTAC)

www.burbanktemporaryaidcenter.org/

The Burbank Temporary Aid Center provides individuals and families with the short-term emergency assistance they need to live with dignity.

Available Positions: Client Service Volunteer, Pantry Support Volunteer

Burbank Public Library

www.BurbankLibrary.org/Volunteer

Burbank Public Library is seeking Digital Literacy Tutors and Teaching Assistants to help the public with introductory computer skills.

Available Positions: Digital Literacy Tutors, Teaching Assistants

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LOOKING TO OFFICIATE? GAME OFFICIALS WANTED

Project Hope

www.BurbankCA.gov/BVP

Project HOPE is a free program that pairs volunteers with Burbank residents who are age 55+or disabled adults. Volunteers can assist with phone companionship, grocery shopping, dropping off mail, and prescription pickup.

Currently Accepting Volunteers

Phone Pals

www.BurbankCA.gov/BVP

Phone Pals pairs adults 55+ with a volunteer who provides regular social phone calls.

Currently Accepting Volunteers

VBAS

https://thevbas.org/volunteer/adult-volunteering

The VBAS is a 100% volunteer-run organization looking for committed volunteers who are able to provide basic care for the animals and assist with adoptions as well as participate in and run our various programs.

Currently Accepting Volunteers

Counselor in Training Program (CIT)

www.BurbankCA.gov/CIT

The Counselor-In-Training Program is a valuable opportunity for students to gain work experience, enhance their resume, accumulate service learning hours, and learn new skills while having fun. For more information, please call the Mary Alvord Recreation Center at 818.238.5390 to sign up for the 2023 Summer Program.

Parks & Recreation Facilities

Saturday, April 1, 2023 9AM-12PM

McCambridge Park 1515 N. Glenoaks Blvd.

Registration starts March 1 for Burbank Residents March 20 for Non-Burbank Residents www.BurbankParks.com

Registration Fee: $5

Must be registered for the hunts. Space is limited. Only one hunt per participant. There will be no registration available the day of the hunt. There will be no standby line for any of the hunts.

Egg Hunt

Games & Activities

Pictures with The Bunny* & More!

*Suggested $2 donation to the Burbank Youth Board

EGG HUNT SCHEDULE:

Parent & Me - 4 years old and under 9:30AM & 10:00AM

Ages 5-7 years old 10:30AM & 11:00AM

Ages 8-10 years old 11:30AM

For more information, call 818.238.5353 or visit www.BurbankCA.gov/EggStrav.