Orinda Winter/Spring Activity Guide, 2025

Winter/Spring 2025

REGISTRATION BEGINS DECEMBER 9, 2024

Administration & Staff

Orinda City Council

COUNCIL MEETINGS

First and third Tuesday of the month, 7:00pm. For meeting information and agendas, please visit www.cityoforinda.org/221/ City-Council. Public is invited!

Parks & Recreation Commission

Arran Schultz, Chair

Laura Riley, Vice Chair

Steven Danziger

Alex Drexel

Marianne Moser

Tara Presnell

Sarah Speron

COMMISSION MEETINGS

Second Wendesday of the month, 7:00pm. For meeting information and agendas, visit www.cityoforinda.org/210/ Parks-Recreation-Commission. Public is invited!

Orinda Parks & Recreation

28 Orinda Way, Orinda, CA 94563

Phone: (925) 254-2445 / OrindaParksandRec@CityofOrinda.org

To learn more about the department, visit cityoforinda.org/311/ Contact-Parks-Rec-Staff. To learn more about Operational Hours, visit cityoforinda.org/587/Find-Office-Hours.

Meet Our Team

Todd Trimble, Director of Parks and Recreation

ADMINISTRATION & RECREATION

Sheena Wellman-Miner, Recreation Supervisor

Jamila Low, Administrative Assistant

• Facility reservations • Recreation administrative support

Jennifer Amerman, Recreation Coordinator

• Contract classes • Contract camps • Senior services

Mark Callaway, Recreation Coordinator

• Sports facility reservations • Summer special events

Matt Delmartini, Recreation Coordinator

• Orinda Youth Sports leagues • Adult softball• City-staffed summer camps • Adult sports leagues • Orinda Teen Advisory Council

& GROUNDS

Steve Ehrhardt, Parks & Facilities Supervisor

Maintenance Worker

Orinda Community Center Office Hours

City Hall and the Orinda Community Center alternate Friday and holiday office closures can be found here: www.cityoforinda.org/413/City-Observed-Holidays

Holiday Office Closures—Winter/Spring: Holiday Closure ...... December 25, 2024–January 3, 2025

Martin Luther King Day January 20, 2025

Orinda Library

Orinda Library Hours

Mon-Thurs: 10:00 am–8:00 pm

Fri-Sat: 10:00 am–6:00 pm

Sun: CLOSED

Contact Information

(925) 254-2184

www.ccclib.org

Follow the Orinda Library on Facebook!

Library Programs

Paws to Read

AGES 5-11Y

Read to a friendly therapy dog. Registration recommended. Please check the calendar for dates and call to register.

Storytimes

Come for stories, movements, and rhymes developed for children and their caregivers. No registration necessary, but there is limited seating. For more information visit https://ccclib.org/, click on events, and filter “Orinda” under locations.

Toddlers, Ages 1-3

Held most Wednesdays at 10:30am.

Preschoolers

Held most Wednesdays at 3:30pm.

Mystery Book Club

ADULTS

Every SECOND Friday at 3:00. Currently online, in person club meetings TBD. Call for information.

The Friends of the Orinda Library is a non-profit volunteer organization who helps raise funds to enrich library collections and help the library respond to patrons’ needs.

Friends also sponsor children, teen and adult library programs throughout the year.

The Friends Book Shop is located on the library level. The hours are:

Monday-Saturday 1:00 pm–4:00 pm, with extended hours on Thursdays, 1:00 pm–6:00 pm.

BOOK SALES

In addition to bookshop sales Monday through Saturday, special “Dealer Days” sales take place in the sorting room and bookshop on the first Thursday of each month, 10 am–12 pm. The public is welcome to these sales.

The Friends also host large public sales twice a year: July 4 and on a variable Saturday in late autumn.

CONTACT

Visit the Friends website for up-to-the-minute events and information at www.friendsoftheorindalibrary.org.

NATIONAL

The City of Orinda Parks and Recreation Department is unique amongst its peers, in part, due to the Orinda Youth Sports leagues the department manages, operating three out of four quarters a year. Among the current leagues offered to children ages Pre-K through 5th Grade, OYS Fall Soccer, Winter Basketball, Spring T-ball/Baseball and Spring Soccer, providing children recreational opportunities, and often introducing these sports and igniting the initial passion to play.

Orinda Youth Sports serves approximately 2600 children (registrations) in one year, contributing to approximately 3,000 hours of instruction and play, which would not be possible without the endless hours of selfless dedication, compassion, and investment of time by our group of remarkable volunteers.

Therefore, Orinda Parks and Rec would like to take this opportunity to say thank you and

Volunteer

recognize our volunteer coaches for which Orinda Youth Sports would not be possible...

Aaron Garcia

Aaron Miller

Adam Branson

Adam Knutson

Adam Silverblatt

Alan Orthmann

Alex Clare

Alex Ford

Alex Weinstein

Allan Chou

Allison Arunski

Allison Taylor

Amanda Diminich

Amir Alami

Anand Rohra

Andre Golueke

Andrea Bishop

Andrea Hogan

Andrea Valdiosera

Andrew Barnette

Andrew Burke

Andy Barnette

Andy Chen

Anthony Valdiosera

Antoine Pickett

Armina Behrouzi

Asad Durrani

Ashley Stepanek

Ashley Wedler

Ashok Raju

Bill Tarr

Blake Godwin

Brad Hoover

Brad Tisdahl

Brendan Nangle

Brent Collins

Brett Miles

Brian Coughlan

Brian Cusick

Brian Kent

Brian May

Brian Stormont

Bryan Sidensol

David Westrom

Dean Abdrabboh

Deb Scott

Deepa Krishnan

Derek Elliott

Derek Rey

Devin Barry

Dhruv Datta

Drew DeWalt

Drew Stepanek

Eddy Mata

Emily Clark Rogers

Emily Scadden

Dan Pfeiffer

Dan Ruby

Dan Steinert

Dan Walsh

Daniel Jackson

Daralisa Kelley

Autumn Benavidez

Ben Landis

Bill Borsari

Bill King

Bill Peter

Darcy Hornbeek

Dario Ambrosini

Dave Dold

David Born

David Mannix

Gates Roberg-Clark

Gene Meshechek

Gina Scheffel

Glenda Kierstead

Glenn Millstone

Graeme Burrows

Grant Yeatman

Hakan Degirmenci

Harman Dhaliwal

Heather Dale

Heino Bukkems

Hunter McCoy

Ignacio Salazar

Ira Rosenberg

Jack Shirley

Jake Cunningham

James Click

James Holder

Jamieson Suriyakam

Week

Jason Holmes

Jayne Marinelli

JD Dudum

Jeanette Roberg-Clark

Jeff Buening

Jeff Moeller

Jen Ripley

Jenny Martin

Jim Bricker

Jimmy Ellis

JJ Weiland

Jocelyn Bennion

Jodie Peake

Joe Russell

Joe Sage

Joe Zobairi

John Jaravata

John Shirley

John Tragas

Jon Jue

Jon Kollerer

Jonathan Hunt

Jordan Gunn

Josh Israels

Josh Palacios

Josh Witherspoon

Joshua Gruber

Juan Uribe

Justin Landfair

Justin Larkin

Kate Stokes

Kathryn Golueke

Katrina Harrar

Keith Klohn

Kelsey Neidig

Ken Park

Kenny Lim

Kent DeSpain

Kevin Friedman

Kevin Macfadden

Kevin Nichols

APRIL 21-27, 2025

Kevin Quan

Ki Moon

Kristen Javandel

Kristen Steinert

Kyle Kearney

Lane Harper

Larry Koh

Leland Robbins

Linus Chou

Liz Goulding

Lori Peracchi

Mac Conn

Maggie Terry

Mark Eshelman

Mark Hanson

Mark Kamal

Marq Wraight

Masae Yoshikuni

Matt Savage

Matt Schmelzer

Matt Tucker

Matteo Orsini

Max Kellogg

Meg Peake

Meredith Lapointe

Michael Barrett

Michael Conn

Michael King

Michael Lingenfelter

Mike Behles

Nick Ousman

Nina Timbol

Noah Trugman

Owen Tomlins

Patrick Kent

Patrick Larsen

Patrick Lawson

Patrick Pierce

Paul Ugenti

Peter Kierstead

Peter Krimmel

Phil Bannes

Phil Giori

Rahul Aggarwal

Mike Cavanaugh

Mike Greene

Mike Lingenfelter

Mike MacDonald

Mike Schofield

Mike Soby

Mike Stock

Molly Macfadden

Monica Alami

Nick Coulter

Nick Freeman

Rashid Kazerooni

Ray Hearey

Rick Gordon

Rick Kaluza

Rikesh Patel

Riley Wilhite

Rishi Taparia

Ross Sanderson

Ryan Link

Ryan Otis

Ryan Tibshirani

Sam Fielder

Sam Taylor

Sameer Pangrekar

Sara Moore

Scott Bohn

Scott Campbell

Sean Eddy

Seth Hammac

Seth Krubiner

Shannon Koffman

Steve Lee

Steve Tuck

T.O. Kong

Ted Bergeron

Tessa Weeks

Tim Fleming

Tim Frogner

Tim Woodbury

Todd Flournoy

Tom Impallomeni

Tom Logan

Tom Schneider

Tommy Su

Tony Patroni

Tony Wang

Travis Dugan

Travis Enfield

Travis Wentling

Trevor Hicks

Tyler Baldwin

Vincent Lim

Vishal Joshipura

Walker Williams

William Anderson

Yem Mai

Younggi Choi

Zach Worthington

Coaches listed volunteered during the 2023-2024 school year.

Bold denotes coaches who coached more than one team or league during that time frame.

Winter/Spring Activities & Events

ORINDA PARKS & REC PRESENTS

Winterfest Winterfest Winterfest

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 6 STARTS AT 6:00PM

ORINDA COMMUNITY CENTER 28 ORINDA WAY

Refreshments Crafts OIS Choir Photo Opportunity Gingerbread House Winners Announced

Event is held in conjunction with the Annual Gingerbread House making contest, sponsored by the Orinda/ Tabor Sister City Foundation. For more information, visit orindataborsistercityfoundation.org

Sponsored by the Orinda Parks and Recreation Foundation and the Orinda Community Foundation

Players need to bring their own paddles and balls. Times are subject to change and/or cancellation, based on City Programming, maintenance, etc. Staff will make every attempt to provide as much notice as possible. Questions? Contact Orinda Parks and Recreation at 925.254.2445 or OrindaParksandRec@CityofOrinda.org

Winter/Spring Activities & Events

We’re excited to announce the return of the City of Orinda’s annual Touch a Truck— a hands-on family event that offers the opportunity for children to explore vehicles of all types, including public service, emergency, utility, and construction all in one location!

SATURDAY

APRIL 12TH

Registration opens in March. Hosted by the Orinda Parks and Recreation Department.

Please contact Recreation Coordinator, Matt Delmartini, at mdelmartini@cityoforinda.org for any questions or further information.

APRIL 19 | 11 AM FOR TODDLERS TO 2ND GRADERS

Spring Break Camps

Spring Break Camps

Immersion Art

AGES: 5-10Y

INSTRUC TOR: SUSAN MCALLISTER

Students will spend 5 intensive days drawing, painting, and creating 3-dimensional art. Daily projects will incorporate a variety of techniques for using media such as graphite and colored pencils, watercolor and tempura paints, pastels, found objects, yarn and other materials. Joining this all day format will allow students the time to apply these creative skills to larger projects such as designing individual murals, and completing more complex drawings, paintings and 3D sculptures. Bring a daily morning snack and a full lunch each day. Separate $50 materials fee is due first day of camp.

Cooking: American Dinner

AGES: 7-13Y

INSTRUC TOR: LINDA REXROAT

Kids come and join all the fun of make yummy baked Prime Rib/or Tofu, Caesar salad, vegetable soup, fresh bread, green beans and apple pie and chocolate chip cookies for dessert and many more favorites. They will enjoy making and eating their creations. We will be learning food, kitchen safety and cleanup too. Separate $50 materials fee is due first day of camp.

Water & Marine Science for Kids

AGES: 5-10Y

INSTRUC TOR: NICOLE BEEDLE

In this course, students will perform hands-on water and marine science activities! Beat the heat with water balloon and squirt gun games, learn about how sharks and whales swim differently, and make a clay coral reef that changes colors with heat--just like real ones do! Register now and join us for one of the COOLEST camps around! Separate $85 materials fee due to instructor first day of camp.

Stand Alone Camp

Lacrosse Spring Break Camp

AGES: 6-14Y

INSTRUC TOR: JDP LACROSSE

Spring Break co-ed lacrosse camp is designed for beginners, up through experienced players, no experience necessary. Try out a new sport or keep sharpening your skills while youth teams break for the week. Players will be separated by age, gender, and experience. We’ll cover the basics such as cradling, catching and throwing, and also home in on: shooting, face-offs / draws, as well as small, sided team concepts for offense and defense. Gear is not provided, but loaner sticks may be available. No-contact play will be provided for players without full equipment. Daily and weekly prizes as well as other activities will be available throughout camp. Whether trying lacrosse for the first time or keeping skills sharp, growing the game with other members of the community are the focus of Spring Break Camp. This is a stand-alone camp therefore parents will need to drop off and pick-up at Wilder Field 2.

Code Dates Days Time Res/Non 8946 3/31-4/4 M-F 9:00

Camp Connector (BYOL) Program

AGES: 5-13Y

INSTRUC TOR: CITY STAFF

Camp Connector BYOL (Bring Your Own Lunch) will run from 12:00pm-1:00pm at the Orinda Community Center and is designed for campers who are registered in an AM and PM camp taking place at the Community Center. City staff will escort campers to and from their AM and PM camps and will supervise all Camp Connector participants during the lunch hour. Campers MUST bring a lunch. Camps NOT eligible for Camp Connector BYOL: Art Immersion, Coding, Create Games and Art with Python, and Lacrosse Spring Break Camp.

Coding: Create Games and Art with Python

AGES: 9-12Y INSTRUC TOR: CODE FOR FUN

Is your child an imaginative thinker who loves to create? Unleash their creativity and coding potential with our “Games and Art with Python” course! This course offers a unique way to introduce the logical world of programming through the colorful lens of digital art. By manipulating Python’s coding tools, students will watch their creativity come to life on screen—an inspiring experience that encourages them to explore and understand the beauty of code. Why choose between art and coding when you can have both? By the end of this journey, your child won’t just have coded—they’ll have painted, designed, and created, discovering a distinct and engaging pathway into the world of programming. This course is beginner friendly but will challenge and engage students of all programming levels. Code For Fun instructors are experts in computer science and strive to make every session fun and engaging for all students.

Fun Clay Art

AGES: 6-11Y INSTRUC TOR: ANGEL HOUZE CLAY ART

Explore the vibrant realm of air-dry clay! Join us this fall season as we delve into the world of art and craft beautiful art projects inspired by the season. Participants will master the art of hand sculpting, crafting figurines, animals, flowers, and many more creations using air-dry clay. Separate $50 materials fee is due to instructor first day.

Glee Club

AGES: 5-10Y INSTRUC TOR: MCVT MYEVE CAPOZZI VOCAL TRAINING

If you get “Fired Up” about singing and performing if you “Come Alive” when you hear popular songs from movies or songs from the radio and all you want to do is sing and dance all day. If you start “Levitating: when you do crafts to create props...”Let it Go” and join Glee Club camp! Campers will participate in their favorite activities like singing, dancing performing, crafting, playing games all while preparing for an epic live showcase to be performed for family and friends at the end of the week.

March 31–April 4

Mindfulness Practices—Art Expression

AGES: 6-11Y

INSTRUC TOR: KIDS CLARITY

This is a fun and interactive experience for students to learn about mindfulness practices and be the creators of unique art projects. Your child will learn to express and manage their emotions through mindfulness practices such as proper breathing techniques, how to redirect emotions, kid-friendly meditations, and expression through various art projects. K-5 are important developmental stages that will construct the groundwork for mental health in the adult developmental stage. Mindfulness-based school programs have demonstrated a range of social, cognitive, and emotional benefits for elementary students. Each day will start with a grounding exercise to support their focus for a fun filled day of art. Students will have opportunities to grow in the Management, all while experiencing exciting art projects using various

Mine, Craft, Build Adventure Game Using LEGO® Materials

AGES: 10-15Y

INSTRUCTOR: PLAY-WELL TECKNOLOGIES

Bring Minecraft to life using LEGO® bricks! Resourcefulness, creativity, and cooperation come together in this unique building adventure game; roll the dice to mine for resources and use these resources to build special items to help in our adventures! Build a Zoo, create a Medieval Castle, and design a Tree House Village! This experience is an original game designed by Play-Well instructors inspired by the popular game, Minecraft. Students will have a blast, even without any prior experience with Minecraft or the LEGO® building system.

Mine, Craft, Build Survival Game Using LEGO® Materials

AGES: 7-12Y INSTRUC TOR: PLAY-WELL TEKNOLOGIES

Bring Minecraft to life using LEGO® bricks! Resourcefulness, creativity, and cooperation come together in this unique building adventure game; roll the dice to mine for resources, craft tools, and watch out for Creepers! This ultimate LEGO® Minecraft experience is an original game designed by Play-Well instructors, using gameplay elements and characters inspired by the popular Minecraft video game. Students will have a blast, even without any prior experience with Minecraft or LEGO® materials.

Paragon Jr. Pickleball

AGES: 7-13Y INSTRUC TOR: PARAGON PICKLEBALL

It’s time for the next generation of Pickleballers! Coaching staff are excited to be offering this new and amazing camp to kids! Campers will learn the rules of the game, singles and doubles scoring, and how to hit all the shots they’ll need to play. For questions, please email Drew Diefenbach at ParagonPickleball@gmail.com. Please bring your own paddle if you can, plus water, snack, sunglasses, hat, and anything else you may need. See you on the pickleball court!

AGES: 3-17Y

ORINDA BALLET ACADEMY & COMPANY

ARTISTIC DIRECTOR, PATRICIA TOMLINSON

WWW.ORINDABALLETACADEMY.COM

Spring Production: “Sleeping Beauty”

January 11-May 30, 2025

The Orinda Ballet Academy and Youth Company was founded in 2009 by Artistic Director, Patricia Tomlinson. Orinda Ballet is a year-round Ballet Academy and youth performing company. Offering classes for students aged 3yrs to 17 years, starting with the Pre-Ballet through advanced pre-professional divisions. In addition to ballet classes, Pilates reformer and contemporary classes are offered. The fall and spring term holds a story ballet.

Ms. Tomlinson has over 30 years of professional dancing and instructing experience. Her background includes training in NYC under George Balanchine’s world-renown “School of American Ballet.” To learn more about Ms. Tomlinson and the program visit www.OrindaBalletAcademy.com. Questions about placement email Patricia@orindaballetacademy.com.

Dance

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Location: Classes will be held in Classroom 1 or 2, refer to registration receipt.

No class dates:1/18-1/20, 2/15-2/17, and 5/24-5/26 in addition to Spring Break: 3/29-4/6

Performances: 5/16-5/18 (no regular classes held)

If your child is participating in a performing class, review all performing policies here: http://www.orindaballetacademy.com/ performingresponsibilitiesguidelinespolicies.html

PRE-BALLET & BALLET ATTIRE

Pre-Ballet Division: Pink tights, leotard and pink leather ballet slippers. No tutu’s. Hair pulled back in bun.

Girls Ballet 1-7 Divisions: Black Leotard (no sparkles), pink tights, pink leather ballet slippers. Hair pulled back in bun. Ballet skirts allowed in Ballet 4A-7 Levels. Only by Instructors discretion.

DIVISIONS

PRE-BALLET (3-5Y, PRE-K AND YOUNGER):

Creative Dance class incorporating ballet stretches, creative dances and basic ballet steps. Ballet leotard, Pink ballet tights and leather ballet slippers, hair in bun. Please no tutus or costumes.

BEGINNING DIVISIONS

Ballet 1A-2A (Ages 5Y+): 1 technique class per week, incorporating ballet stretches and foundation ballet technique steps. Ballet 1A class work includes, stretches, center and traveling across the floor syllabus. Ballet 2A includes the above work and introduction to foundation barre-work.

YOUTH DIVISIONS

Ballet 2B (Ages 7-8Y+): 1 technique class per work. Ballet 3A-3B (Ages 8Y+): 2 technique classes per week incorporating ballet stretches and building foundation ballet technique steps. Class work includes, stretches, barre-work, center and traveling across the floor syllabus.

JUNIOR DIVISIONS

Ballet 4A-4B (Ages 10Y+): 3+ technique classes per week. Including ballet technique, pre-pointe or beginner pointe (by Director’s approval), and Pilates strengthen and stretch classes.

INTERMEDIATE DIVISION

Ballet 5A (Ages 12Y+): 4+ classes per week including ballet Technique, beginning- intermediate pointe (pointe by Director’s approval), Pilates strength and stretch classes (mat and reformer).

ADVANCED-INTERMEDIATE DIVISION

Ballet 5B (Ages 13Y+): 5+ classes per week including, ballet technique, intermediate-advance pointe (pointe- by Director’s approval), Pas de Deux-partnering skills, contemporary, character, Pilates strength and stretch classes (mat and reformer).

ADVANCE-PRE-PROFESSIONAL DIVISION

Ballet 6-7 (Ages 13Y+): 5+ classes per week including, ballet technique, intermediate-advance pointe (pointe- by Director’s approval), Pas de Deux- partnering skills, contemporary, character, Pilates strength and stretch classes (mat and reformer).

Pre-Ballet “Jasmine & Aurora” Ages 3-5Y Ballet 1A Ages 5+ Ballet 2A Ages 6Y+

Ballet 2B Ages 7Y+

Ballet 4B-7 Ages 11Y+

Ballet 3A-4A Ages 8Y+

Ballet 4B-5A Ages 11Y+

Ballet 5B-7 Ages 13Y+

Contemporary/Jazz Ages 13Y+

Note: Divisions Ballet 2B-7 requires instructor placement

Private Lessons

BALLET & PILATES

Contact Patricia@OrindaBalletAcademy.com for available days/times. Pricing is based per single lesson, and per student.

DUET & TRIO PRIVATES

all parties must participate in agreed lesson. Cancellations are with all parties or upgrade to **solo option (or duet). Duet student has the option to upgrade to solo private (same length as set duet lesson) with additional payment submitted prior to lesson. Trio students have option to upgrade to duet or solo due to cancellations.

Pre-Ballet “Ariel” Ages 3-5Y Ballet 4A-5A Ages 10Y+

Ballet 3A-4A Ages 8Y+

Ballet 4A-7 Ages 10Y+

Ballet 5B-7 Ages 13Y+

Ballet 5B-7 Ages 13Y+

WINTER/SPRING CLASSES & PROGRAMS

Art

Art Class

AGES: 5-10Y

INSTRUCTOR: SUSAN

MCALLISTER

Students use a variety of media and extend their understanding of art concepts. Draw, paint, mold and create. Learn a variety of skills and techniques such as watercolor, 3D sculptures, paper mâché, colored pencils, pastels and other materials. All materials supplied. Separate $40 materials fee due to instructor first day.

NEW! Fun Clay Art

AGES: 6-11Y

INSTRUC TOR: ANGEL HOUZE CLAY ART

Explore the vibrant realm of air-dry clay! Join us this fall season as we delve into the world of art and craft beautiful art projects inspired by the season. Participants will master the art of hand sculpting, crafting figurines, animals, flowers, and many more creations using air-dry clay. Separate $10 materials fee due to instructor first day. Material Fee covers art supplies and ceramic materials.

Watercolor Class

AGES: 5-10Y INSTRUC TOR: SUSAN MCALLISTER

Join this class to explore the creative possibilities of watercolor. Practice basic watercolor techniques such as wet on wet, wet on dry, and color mixing challenges as you learn to create realistic and abstract images. Subject matter is geared to interests and skills of each participant. Beginner-advanced levels welcome. Separate $40 materials fee due to instructor first day. The instructor requires participants to wear masks during class.

Enrichment

Babysitting for Beginners Class

AGES: 10-16Y INSTRUC TOR: MORGAN DZIAD

Learn the skills needed to be a trusted and responsible babysitter. Learn all about childhood development, bedtime strategies, positive redirection, how to get a job, and ways to make babysitting fun for you and the kids. Basic first aid, general safety, and what to do in an emergency will also be covered. Students should bring a water bottle, snack, and dress to play!

ADDITIONAL CLASS INFORMATION ( LOCATIONS, MATERIALS FEES, ETC.): WILL BE LISTED WITH EACH CLASS ONLINE, AND CAN BE FOUND ON YOUR RECEIPT ONCE REGISTERED.

Babysitter Training Class with CPR & First Aid

AGES: 11-15Y

INSTRUC TOR: RECREATION REIMAGINED

Join us for a day full of fun while learning what it takes to become a safe and successful babysitter! All participants will receive a Red Cross Babysitter Training and Basic Pediatric CPR/First Aid Certification. Participants will learn the following: • Pediatric CPR/First Aid/AED, Marketing, games and activities, what to do in case of an emergency, and communicating with parents. Students should bring a water bottle, snack, lunch, and dress to play! Course fee covers materials, American Red Cross Babysitter and CPR/First Aid Certificate. Participants must pass a written and skills test to be certified in First Aid & CPR.

Experiments for Kids!

AGES: 5-10Y

INSTRUCTOR: NICOLE BEEDLE

In this course, students will have the opportunity to learn through hands-on experiments. Science can and should be fun, and this class has been developed based on that premise. Create fantastic fizzy solutions, grow beautiful crystals, “dissect” a stuffed animal, and more! All in a supportive environment that encourages questions, curiosity, and personal growth. Separate $85 materials fee is due to instructor first day.

Kids’ Carpentry

5-12Y

INSTRUC TOR: KIDS’ CARPENTRY

Kids’ Carpentry has taught thousands of children the safe use of hand tools. Children may choose from a wide variety of projects after first completing their sanding block and super top. While building their projects from scratch children are introduced to concepts like applied math, problem solving, fine motor skills and empowered with the opportunity to use a large variety of woodworking tools. Our motto: Building confidence and teaching with respect and humor in a safe and happy environment. Separate $60 materials fee due to instructor first day.

Public Speaking Confident Speakers & Writers

AGES: 7-12Y

INSTRUC TOR: GURUS EDUCATIONAL SERVICES Being able to communicate effectively and confidently has immeasurable benefits in students’ professional and personal lives. Bring out confidence in your children! This class is filled with fun activities teaching young children the life-long skills. They learn how to stand tall and speak confidently in front of a group. They begin to understand the concepts and importance of maintaining eye contact, good posture, volume, and expressions. Shy as well as talkative one’s alike benefit from this class as we do fun activities including tonguetwister challenges, storytelling, poem recitals and presentations. For a list of virtual Public Speaking classes, visit the online catalog at CityofOrinda.org

YOUTH CLASSES

Dance

Hip Hop/Ballet

AGES: 4-15Y

INSTRUC TOR: NEW YOU DANCE CENTER

Come have a blast, Director of NYDC New You Dance Center Mr. AJ Rogers is ready to start his dance program in the beautifully set up facility at Orinda where he brings a one-of-akind dance experience. From Newcomers to dancers who have taken classes anywhere, students leave Mr. AJ’s classes with sheer joy after an outstandingly high energy dance course. Starting with a warmup that focuses on Core strength, Balance, and Flexibility. Moving forward into lead and follow exercises that are based on dance technique with proper vocab and break down of each movement. Ending with a one-of-a-kind dance choreography that you will remember for a lifetime. Come see what all the fuss is about and don’t forget your dance shoes!

Fitness

means “to learn from all things.” People of a higher experience level learn Karate in a friendly way. You are taught the importance of respect and self-discipline, challenging your body and mind. This is a comprehensive program that deals with “street” awareness, avoiding strangers, and self-defense. Classes are on an ongoing basis. You are welcome to sit in on class to see if it is a good fit.

Black Belt Karate do

AGES: 7Y & UP

INSTRUC TOR: LARRY WADFORD

This class is for black belt students. High level kata and teaching are taught in these classes. Students are not required to attend all classes but you need to inform the instructor of which class you will be attending. Be aware of your surroundings, avoid trouble, if you get into trouble—get out of it, if you can’t get out of trouble—get out of it anyway! Traditional Okinawan Karate-do, Wado Ki Kai (style) means “to learn from all things.” People of a higher experience level learn Karate in a friendly way. You are taught the importance of respect and self-discipline, challenging your body and mind. This is a comprehensive program that deals with “street” awareness, avoiding strangers, and self-defense. Classes are on an ongoing basis. You are welcome to sit in on class to see if it is a good fit. Sensei Larry Wadford has trained and taught martial arts for over 20 years.

Self Defense-Aiki Jujitsu

AGES: 8-12Y

Zumba® Kids Junior

AGES: 3-6Y

INSTRUC TOR: NANNETTE VIDES

Zumba® Kids, Jr classes are rockin’, high-energy dance parties packed with kid-friendly routines. We break down steps, add games, activities and cultural exploration elements into the class structure.

Martial Arts

Karate do

AGES: 6-17Y

INSTRUC TOR: LARRY WADFORD

Be aware of your surroundings, avoid trouble, if you get into trouble— get out of it, if you can’t get out of trouble—get out of it anyway! Traditional Okinawan Karate-do, Wado Ki Kai (style) means “to learn from all things.” Students of all strength and experience levels learn Karate. Students are taught the importance of respect and selfdiscipline, challenging their bodies and minds. This is a comprehensive program that deals with “street” awareness, avoiding strangers, and self-defense. You are welcome to sit in on class for a week to see if it is a good fit. Sensei Larry Wadford has trained and taught Karate for over 20 years.

Advanced Karate do

AGES: 7Y & UP

INSTRUC TOR: LARRY WADFORD

This class is for yellow belt and higher students. Sparring and higher-level explanation of kata are taught in the additional 30 minutes of class. Be aware of your surroundings, avoid trouble, if you get into trouble—get out of it, if you can’t get out of trouble—get out of it anyway! Traditional Okinawan Karate-do, Wado Ki Kai (style)

INSTRUC TOR: MEHRAN MOJTAHEDI

Jujitsu, “the art of gentleness”, is the traditional Japanese system of self-defense. Students develop confidence, coordination, agility, and balance while learning how to defeat a larger and stronger attacker by using that person’s own energy and strength against them. Program teaches practical self-defense (not fighting) through fun games, friendly competition, and discipline, as well as escaping, grappling, and throwing techniques from Judo and Jujitsu.

Performing Arts

“Aladdin” Musical Theater

AGES: 5-10Y

INSTRUC TOR: KIDS - N - DANCE

Youngsters of all abilities are proud to be a part of our polished mini productions of musicals. Fun, challenging, and engaging, self-esteem skyrockets as members learn to develop character, vocal technique, presentation and dance skills. The intermediate cast is given a play lasting about one hour and 15 min. with about 10 songs. Requires a commitment from members. Participants are expected to independently study their lines, songs, and blocking, as scheduled, and to attend all rehearsals. Please have your child prepare a song for the first day of class. Dress Rehearsal: Saturday, 3/22, 2:30pm-4:30pm; Show: Saturday, 3/22, 6:30pm (show times may change). Additional charge for tickets to show. For questions, contact Kids ‘N Dance: kidsndance.com / Tel: 510-531-4400. Kids-n-Dance recommends the cast to wear face masks during practice. Audience members may also be required to wear masks. Separate $25 materials fee due to instructor first day.

YOUTH CLASSES

Sports

NEW! Preschool Tumbling

AGES: 3-5Y

INSTRUC TOR: SPARK CHEER & TUMBLING

Through fun tumbling activities like rolls, jumps, and balance games, students will build strength, coordination, and confidence in a playful, supportive environment. Perfect for energetic kids ready to explore their abilities, make friends, and spark a lifelong love of movement.

NEW! Tumbling

AGES: 5-10Y INSTRUC TOR: SPARK CHEER & TUMBLING

This high energy tumbling class will explore movement, balance and coordination in a safe, fun environment. We’ll focus on building solid fundamentals like handstands and cartwheels, while progressing to more advanced skills like roundoffs and handsprings. Perfect for active kids who are eager to move and play.

NEW! Spark Cheer & Tumbling

AGES: 7-13Y INSTRUC TOR: SPARK CHEER & TUMBLING

Spark Cheer & Tumbling classes are designed to establish cheerleading fundamentals such as motions, jumps, tumbling and stunts. In between drills and skills, we’ll play team games, build confidence, and make new friends. This class will operate as a team, working up to a performance on the final day of class.

Junior Picklers w/ Paragon

AGES: 7-13Y INSTRUC TOR: PARAGON PICKLEBALL

This class is a great way to get your kids started in the fastest growing sport in America!! Students will learn how to dink, drop, drive, volley, and serve. All the basics will be covered. Invite your friends and come out to the rink with Paragon Pickleball. Paddles are available to borrow.

Junior Spiders Frisbee Fun

AGES: 5-7Y INSTRUC TOR: SPIDERS COMMUNITY WEB

Ultimate Frisbee provides a safe, engaging sport teaching skills transferable to any team. This class introduces basic frisbee skills and game concepts with an emphasis on FUN. Led by Spiders staff, participants of varied skill levels enjoy friendly competition, encouragement, and a focus on FUN!

Baseball Tots

AGES: 3-4Y INSTRUC TOR: SKYHAWKS SPORTS

Baseball Tots was designed to give children a positive first step into America’s Pastime. Using our progressive curriculum and modified equipment, participants learn Baseball fundamentals and social skills through a series of fast-paced instructional circuits and developmental games. Our primary development objectives include throwing, catching, hitting, base-running, balance, body movement, hand/eye coordination, self-esteem, teamwork, and sportsmanship!

Baseball (Fun & Fundamentals)

AGES: 5-6Y

ADDITIONAL CLASS INFORMATION ( LOCATIONS, MATERIALS FEES, ETC.): WILL BE LISTED WITH EACH CLASS ONLINE, AND CAN BE FOUND ON YOUR RECEIPT ONCE REGISTERED. A

INSTRUC TOR: SKYHAWKS SPORTS

This program puts the Skyhawks twist on “America’s Past-Time”; allowing kids of all abilities to learn baseball fundamentals in a fun and exciting environment. Our Skyhawks-Original drills and games are interactive, fast-paced, and focus on individual skill development. Your young athlete will discover/develop a new passion for the game while learning the essential rules, strategies, and etiquette needed to take the next step in Baseball.

Soccer Tots League

AGES: 3-5Y

INSTRUC TOR: SKYHAWKS SPORTS

Let the Soccer games begin! This tot edition league allows our youngest athletes to develop and showcase their skills with just the right amount of competition and a big focus on FUN! Each day consists of a 30-minute practice followed by 30-minutes of competitive games. We don’t do traditional 7v7 soccer scrimmages in this program. Instead, the players will compete in age-appropriate games/competitions where they work with their teammates to complete missions that require players to dribble, pass, and shoot against an opposing team. Our interactive games incorporate all players and are as much fun to watch as they are to play. Our skill development objectives including ball control, dribbling, passing, shooting, teamwork, sportsmanship, leadership, and confidence.

Hoopster Tots

AGES: 3-5Y

INSTRUC TOR: SKYHAWKS SPORTS

Developing your child’s passion for basketball is a SLAM DUNK with Skyhawks Tot Basketball. Through a series of age-appropriate games, participants gain the skills, confidence, and passion, to take the next step in their basketball careers. Skyhawks coaches provide a positive environment where kids of all abilities can develop at their own pace with lots of encouragement and a big focus on fun! Our development objectives include ball control, dribbling, passing, shooting, coordination, balance, body movement, teamwork, sportsmanship, and self-esteem. Your child will leave with new skills, new friends, and a new love for basketball!

For Youth Class registration information, see tables on pages 16-18.

Sports, continued

Parent & Me Sports Medley

AGES 2-5Y

INSTRUC TOR: SKYHAWKS SPORTS

This multi-sport tot program was designed to introduce kids to Baseball, Flag Football, Soccer, and Track & Field in one fun-filled setting. Skyhawks coaches introduce young athletes to a variety of different sports through PLAY! Our age-appropriate curriculum, modified equipment, and highly trained staff provide a positive environment where players of all abilities can develop at their own pace with lots of encouragement and a big focus on FUN! This program involves Parent Participation.

Soccer Skill Clinic

AGES: 5-8Y

INSTRUC TOR: WORLD CUP SOCCER

World Cup Soccer Skill Classes are customized to create many touches on the ball, improve dribbling, passing, receiving and shooting. We form small groups to ensure a focused and personal practice. We make it instructional and fun. Every practice includes a scrimmage. Fee includes a World Cup Soccer T-shirt. Please bring to each class: Soccer ball, shin guards, soccer cleats or tennis shoes and water. If the field is closed due to rain or other weather conditions, we will run our soccer class online via Zoom.

Tot Volleyball

AGES: 4-5Y

INSTRUC TOR: SKYHAWKS SPORTS

Introduce your child to the exciting game of Volleyball with Skyhawks Tot Volleyball. Our age-appropriate games and modified equipment allow our youngest athletes to develop their skills, confidence, and passion for Volleyball through PLAY! Skyhawks expert staff provide a positive environment where kids of all abilities can develop at their own pace with lots of encouragement and a big focus on FUN! Our development objectives include passing/bumping, setting, hitting, serving, body movement, balance, coordination, agility, teamwork, and self-esteem. Your child will leave with new friends, new skills, and a new love for Volleyball.

YOUTH CLASSES

Volleyball—Fun & Fundamentals

AGES: 6-8Y

INSTRUC TOR: SKYHAWKS SPORTS

Skyhawks Volleyball Class is a fun and positive introduction to the exciting game of Volleyball. Using our age-appropriate curriculum and modified equipment, participants learn Volleyball fundamentals and social skills through a series of fast-paced instructional circuits and developmental games. Participants explore balance, body movement, coordination, self-esteem, teamwork, sportsmanship, and skill development, with lots of encouragement and a big focus on fun! Skyhawks Coaches create a safe and interactive setting that develops skills while building confidence. Our primary development objectives include passing/bumping, setting, hitting/spiking, and serving. Your child will leave with new friends, new skills, and a new love for Volleyball.

Volleyball—Teamwork & Technique

AGES: 8-11Y

INSTRUC TOR: SKYHAWKS SPORTS

Skyhawks Volleyball Class is a fun and positive introduction to the exciting game of Volleyball. Using our age-appropriate curriculum and modified equipment, participants learn Volleyball fundamentals and social skills through a series of fast-paced instructional circuits and developmental games. Participants explore balance, body movement, coordination, self-esteem, teamwork, sportsmanship, and skill development, with lots of encouragement and a big focus on fun!

Skyhawks Coaches create a safe and interactive setting that develops skills while building confidence. Our primary development objectives include passing/bumping, setting, hitting/spiking, and serving. Your child will leave with new friends, new skills, and a new love for Volleyball.

Ultimate Skills & Scrimmages

AGES: 5-7Y

INSTRUC TOR: SPIDERS COMMUNITY WEB

Introducing Ultimate Skills & Scrimmages for 11-14 year-olds! Dive into the exciting world of Ultimate Frisbee, mastering throws, catches, and game strategies. With a focus on sportsmanship, teamwork, and important life skills, players develop social-emotional skills while thriving on the field. Join us for a dynamic program that enhances both athleticism and character.

Ultimate Sport Class

AGES: 5-7Y

INSTRUC TOR: SPIDERS COMMUNITY WEB

Ultimate Frisbee is a safe, engaging sport that teaches skills transferable to any team your child may join. Each day your child will learn throwing, catching, and the fundamental X’s and O’s. We emphasize Spirit of the Game and developing social-emotional skills to help players thrive on any team. Have a blast playing with your friends and the Spiders, Oakland’s Professional Ultimate Frisbee team!

ORINDA YOUTH SPORTS (OYS)

Youth sports play a vital role in developing children, and OYS strives to provide an environment that fosters teamwork, sportsmanship, safety, body and motor development, and fundamental learning of each OYS sport.

Code of Conduct

In 2023, OYS adopted a Player and Parent Code of Conduct to help our community embrace the positive values we wish to instill in our youth through athletics. We ask all parents and volunteer coaches to encourage our OYS players to exemplify the values that build positive character. OYS promotes character development over winning. All parents must acknowledge and agree to this policy when registering for any OYS sport.

Orinda Youth Sports (OYS) Spring T-Ball/ Baseball and Soccer

City of Orinda Parks and Recreation offers two spring sports leagues: OYS T-Ball/Baseball and OYS Soccer. T-Ball/Baseball is a coed league offered to Pre-K–2nd graders, and Spring Soccer offers boys and girls divisions from Pre-K–2nd grade.

The 7-week OYS Spring T-Ball/Baseball league will commence the week of March 17 and run through May 17. Teams practice after school once a week and play games on Saturdays. All practices and games are

coach-led. The 6-week OYS Spring Soccer league will commence on April 6 and run through May 18. This is a Sunday-only league where teams participate in a one-hour session that consists of a 30-minute practice followed by a 30-minute game. All sessions are coach-led.

Registration opens on Monday, December 2 at 9:00am, and registration is done through Orinda Parks and Recreation’s online catalog. Teams are formed based on coach and friend requests, school location, and randomization. Teams are coached by volunteer parents/guardians, and anyone interested in coaching can mark down their interest on the registration prompts. Please contact Recreation Coordinator, Matt Delmartini, at mdelmartini@cityoforinda.org for any questions or further information.

ADULT CLASSES

Art

Sogetsu Ikebana: Creative Flower Arrangement

AGES 18 & UP

INSTRUC TOR: YAYOI SAKAI

Learn and develop creative self-expression of beauty and harmony through flower arrangements using common and unusual plant materials. Imaginative use of enhancing materials and containers adds to arrangements. Students make an arrangement using materials brought to class. Individual assistance and demonstrations available during class time. Additional supplies fee $10, payable to instructor required at first class.

Code Dates Day Time

Res/Non

8931 1/27-3/24 M 1:00 pm-4:00 pm $245/$281.75

8932 4/7-5/19 M 1:00 pm-4:00 pm $215/$247.25

Introduction to the Zentangle® Method

AGES: 18Y & UP

INSTRUC TOR: BECKY JENAB

What is it about making marks on sketchbook pages, notepads, or those little sample papers in front of pen displays? It’s fun, soothing, and beautiful. That same appeal applies to the Zentangle Method, an easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. A new season is the perfect time for such a restorative activity. In this introductory class, students will learn the steps of this meditational art form and create their own Zentangle tiles. No artistic experience necessary. Beautiful art materials are included.

Code Dates Day Time

Res/Non

8887 1/28 Tu 10:00 am-12:00 pm $70/$80.50

8888 3/18 Tu 10:00 am-12:00 pm $70/$80.50

8889 4/29 Tu 10:00 am-12:00 pm $70/$80.50

Watercolor I: Beginning

AGES: 18Y & UP INSTRUC TOR: SUSAN MCALLISTER

Explore watercolor painting and learn basic techniques. “Brush up” on your painting skills before tackling more demanding paintings. Students will learn how to use basic wet into wet, wet on dry and wash techniques to paint natural phenomena such as clouds, water, plants and flowers. Individualized instruction will be provided to each participant, helping you to progress to a stronger skill level. $30 materials fee due to instructor first day for those needing basic watercolor supplies. Suggested materials list provided at first class. The instructor requires participants to wear masks during class.

Code Dates Day Time Res/Non

8859 1/13-3/17 M 9:15 am-10:15 am

$75/$86.25

8860 4/7-5/19 M 9:15 am-10:15 am $75/$86.25

Watercolor I-III: Beginner-Advanced

AGES: 18Y & UP INSTRUC TOR: SUSAN MCALLISTER

This intensive watercolor class will feature individualized instruction by an experienced watercolorist tailored to your personal choice of watercolor projects. Using available visual prompts or your own reference materials, you will be encouraged to achieve more detailed control of this creative medium while tackling an increasingly wider range of challenges such as clouds, water, flowers, natural environments and figurative subjects. $30 materials fee due to instructor first day for those needing basic watercolor supplies. Suggested materials list provided at first class. The instructor requires participants to wear masks during class.

Code Dates Day Time

Res/Non

8861 1/13-3/17 M 10:15 am-12:15 pm $125/$143.75

8862 4/7-5/19 M 10:15 am-12:15 pm $125/$143.75

8863 1/13-3/17 M 1:15 pm-3:15 pm $125/$143.75

8864 4/7-5/19 M 1:15 pm-3:15 pm $125/$143.75

8865 1/13-3/17 M 7:00 pm-9:00 pm $125/$143.75

8866 4/7-5/19 M 7:00 pm-9:00 pm $125/$143.75

ADDITIONAL CLASS INFORMATION ( LOCATIONS, MATERIALS FEES, ETC.): WILL BE LISTED WITH EACH CLASS ONLINE, AND CAN BE FOUND ON YOUR RECEIPT ONCE REGISTERED.

Bridge

Bridge: Beginner Club Series

AGES: 18Y & UP

INSTRUC TOR: CAROL GRIFFIN

THE CLUBS SERIES is the official ACBL beginner’s bridge course on the solid basics of bidding and play and is also useful for rusty players to update their game. The course includes hand evaluation, opening 1NT, opening bids and responses, rebids by opener and responder, overcalls, takeout doubles and responses, and basic play concepts. Each class includes “hands on” practice in bidding and play.

8789 1/14-3/18 Tu 1:00 pm-3:00 pm $165/$189.75

Bridge: Diamond, Play of the Hand

AGES 18 & UP INSTRUC TOR: CAROL GRIFFIN

The Diamond Series is the ACBL intermediate course which focuses on “Play of the Hand”. The main objective is to develop a “Plan by Declarer” including the counting of winners or losers, developing tricks, finessing, eliminating losers, managing the trump suit, considering entries and avoiding the “dangerous “ opponent.

Code Dates Day Time

8788 1/14-3/18 Tu 10:00 am-12:00 pm $165/$189.75

Bridge: Diamond, Supervised

AGES 18 & UP INSTRUC TOR: CAROL GRIFFIN

Intermediate: The entire class is using pre-dealt hands with which to practice and enforce making a plan.

Code Dates Day Time

Res/Non

8791 3/25-5/27 Tu 10:00 am-12:00 pm $165/$189.75

Rusty Bridge: Part 1

AGES 18 & UP

INSTRUC TOR: CAROL GRIFFIN

This course is specially designed for those who want to update their bidding skills, improve their communication with their partners, and/or revive their “college days” playing skills. It begins with a thorough basic bidding review, followed by an introduction to preemptive and slam bidding, the Stayman convention, leads against NT vs. Suit Contracts, bidding in the “balancing seat”, and the distinction between forcing and non-forcing bids. Each session will consist of 1/2 hour lecture and 1 1/2 hours of supervised play with pre-dealt hands that illustrate the subject of the day.

Code Dates Day Time

8792 3/25-5/27 Tu 1:00 pm-3:00 pm $165/$189.75

ADULT CLASSES

Cooking

Basic Knife Skills Workshop

AGES 18 & UP

INSTRUC TOR: CHAT MINGKWAN

Learn to cut and dice like a pro! This basic skill will make your cooking less laborious, less time and more fun. We will learn to julienne, baton, brunoise, chiffonade vegetables and break up whole chickens to make a simple dinner. A separate materials fee of $15 is due to the instructor.

Code Dates Day Time Res/Non 8880 2/11 Tu 5:30 pm-8:30 pm $50/$57.50

Curry Workshop

AGES 18 & UP

INSTRUC TOR: CHAT MINGKWAN

Asian curries have had much Indian influence with spices such as cumin and coriander. But natives have added a number of local spices, including fresh and dried chilies, to create a variety of curries and to call their own. Learn to transform spices into scrumptious curry dishes from around Asia, such as Indian Korma, Thai green curry, Burmese yellow curry, etc. A separate materials fee of $15 is due to the instructor.

Code Dates Day Time Res/Non 8881 3/13 Th 5:30 pm-8:30 pm $50/$57.50

Delicious Dim Sum Workshop

AGES 18 & UP

INSTRUC TOR: CHAT MINGKWAN

Dim Sum means “a little bit of heart,” and these little savories and sweets surely gladden the heart and palate. Dim sum can be served as an elegant and a fun light appetizer, lunch, snack, or as a special treat. We will learn to use a variety of specialties to create popular items, and learn techniques of filling and wrapping in hands-on preparing delicious dim sum, such as Pork & Shrimp Dumplings, BBQ Pork Buns, Chinese Broccoli, Sesame Seeds Balls, etc. A separate materials fee of $15 is due to the instructor.

Code Dates Day Time

A 3% facility preservation fee applies to all classes.

Res/Non

8885 5/8 Th 5:30 pm-8:30 pm $50/$57.50

Healthy Stir Fry Workshop

AGES 18 & UP

INSTRUC TOR: CHAT MINGKWAN

Chinese invented wok and stir-fry cooking techniques and many Asian cuisines adapted and modified these techniques to call their own. Stir-frying is a fresh, quick, and easy food preparation, using the freshest ingredients, taking little time to cook, and employing simple technique. We will make delicious, healthy, and popular Asian stir-fried dishes such as Beef and Broccoli, Spicy eggplant and Thai basil, Peppered shrimp. A separate supplies fee of $15 is due to the instructor.

Code Dates Day Time Res/Non

8884 4/29 Tu 5:30 pm-8:30 pm $50/$57.50

ADULT CLASSES

Cooking, continued

International Crepes Workshop

AGES 18 & UP

INSTRUC TOR: CHAT MINGKWAN

Crepes can be found in one form or another around the world, and they can be served as an appetizer, snack, salad, main entrée, or dessert. Let’s try crepes of milk and cream from the West, and crepes of coconut and nectar from the East. Let’s try fillings of cheeses and wines from Europe, and fish sauce and toddy from Indochina. Learn how to make different batters and fillings and try your hands on various techniques in spreading and stuffing crepes. We will hands-on prepare most popular crepes from both worlds, such as Blintzes and cheese sauce, Chinese Muu Chu, French sweet crepe suzette with fresh seasonal fruits, Thai and Vietnamese moon crepes. A separate materials fee of $15 is due to the instructor.

Code Dates Day Time

Res/Non 8886 5/27 Tu 5:30 pm-8:30 pm $50/$57.50

Nigiri & Sushi Workshop

AGES 18 & UP INSTRUC TOR: CHAT MINGKWAN

Winter is a perfect time for certain fish with maximum fat and sweet flavor. Let’s make our sushi fresh, light, and clean with a variety of seasonal and local offerings. Learn to prepare fresh ingredients for various toppings and learn simple techniques in making your perfect sushi. With a hands-on approach, we will make Nigiri (finger rolls) and Maki Nori (seaweed rolls) with the freshest fish and vegetables for your luncheon, such as Nigiri: ebi, hamachi, inari, maguro, unagi, Gunkan Nigiri: ikura, tobiko, Hosomaki: cucumber roll, spicy roll, Uramaki: California roll, Philadelphia roll. A separate materials fee of $15 is due to the instructor.

Code Dates Day Time

8882 3/25 Tu 5:30 pm-8:30 pm

Thai New Year Feast

Res/Non

$50/$57.50

AGES 18 & UP INSTRUC TOR: CHAT MINGKWAN

Thai New Yea Water Festival is celebrated during the warmest time in April and water is thrown at each other to keep cool. Learn Thai culinary philosophy and learn to recognize Thai tastes and flavors by preparing a hands-on, 3-dish Thai meal. Learn to use herbs and spices, such as galangal and kaffir lime that are unique to Thai cuisine and transform fresh ingredients into delicious dishes: Tomkha-hot & sour chicken soup, Pad Thai stir-fried noodles, and Green Curry Seafood. A separate materials fee of $15 is due to the instructor.

Code Dates Day Time

Res/Non

8883 4/10 Th 5:30 pm-8:30 pm $50/$57.50

ADDITIONAL CLASS INFORMATION ( LOCATIONS, MATERIALS FEES, ETC.): WILL BE LISTED WITH EACH CLASS ONLINE, AND CAN BE FOUND ON YOUR RECEIPT ONCE REGISTERED.

Dance

Salsa Dance Basics

AGES: 18Y & UP INSTRUC TOR: NEW YOU DANCE CENTER Come have a blast, Director of NYDC New You Dance Center Mr. AJ Rogers is ready to start his dance program in the beautifully set up facility at Orinda where he brings a one-of-a-kind dance experience. From Newcomers to dancers who have taken classes anywhere, Students leave Mr. AJ’s classes with sheer joy after an outstandingly high energy dance course. Starting with a warmup that focuses on Core strength, Balance, and Flexibility. Moving forward into lead and follow exercises that are based on dance technique with proper vocab and break down of each movement. Ending with a one-of-a-kind dance choreography that you will remember for a lifetime. Come see what all the fuss is about and don’t forget your dance shoes!

Code Dates Day Time

Res/Non

9005 1/13-3/10 M 6:15 pm-7:15 pm $125/$143.75

9006 3/24-5/19 M 6:15 pm-7:15 pm $143/$164.45

Tap Dance Class

AGES: 18Y & UP INSTRUC TOR: NEW YOU DANCE CENTER

Grab those dancing shoes and come on out to the highest energy dance classes in Lamorinda with the one and only Mr. AJ Rogers— owner and Director of his mobile dance experience New You Dance Center! Starting each course with a warmup focusing on balance, core strength, and flexibility. Leading into dance movements and techniques with all the vocabulary. Ending with a one-of-a-kind choreography you’ll remember for life! Come in and enjoy each class with sheer joys smiles and memories. Let Mr. AJ bring the New You out of you!

BASICS

Code Dates Day Time

Res/Non

8994 1/14-3/18 Tu 10:00 am-11:00 am $162/$186.30

8995 3/25-5/27 Tu 10:00 am-11:00 am $162/$186.30

INTERMEDIATE

Code Dates Day Time Res/Non

8996 1/14-3/18 Tu 11:30 am-12:30 pm $162/$186.30

8997 3/25-5/27 Tu 11:30 am-12:30 pm $162/$186.30

Wake Up & Move Dance Class

AGES: 18Y & UP INSTRUC TOR: NEW YOU DANCE CENTER

Remember back in the good old days when you took 2-3 different styles of dance weekly? Mitzvah EMC Mr. AJ brings all 3 and even more styles to this one-of-a-kind dance course “wake up and move” with a high energy warm up that includes balance, strength, and flexibility. Incorporating ballet basics and hip hop aerobics with jazz technique this class is a true thrill to get the day started and the blood pumping! Each session you will learn a combo choreography with ballet jazz and hip hop intertwined throughout the dance routine. Mr. AJ is growing so fast through Contra Costa—come in and see what it’s all about!

Code Dates Day Time Res/Non

8998 1/14-3/18 Tu 9:00 am-10:00 am $162/$186.30

8999 3/25-5/27 Tu 9:00 am-10:00 am $162/$186.30 A 3% facility preservation

ADDITIONAL CLASS INFORMATION ( LOCATIONS, MATERIALS FEES, ETC.): WILL BE LISTED WITH EACH CLASS ONLINE, AND CAN BE FOUND ON YOUR RECEIPT ONCE REGISTERED.

Dance, continued

Beginner/Improver Line Dance

AGES: 50Y & UP

INSTRUC TOR: DELIA SCHLETTER

New to line dance? Then this is the class for you! Get started with step-by-step instruction of easy-to-do dances choreographed to a variety of music from Old Standards to County, Latin, Rock-n-Roll, Hip Hop and the latest hit tunes. Learn and recognize Line Dance’s unique vocabulary and typical steps, patterns while improving your balance, footwork, cardiovascular activity and stamina. Line dancing requires no partners and is a great way to meet people, make friends, exercise and just have fun!

Code Dates Day Time

Res/Non

8869 1/13-5/19 M 6:45 pm-8:15 pm $119/$136.85

8870 1/13-5/28 M, W 6:45 pm-8:15 pm $159/$182.85

8867 1/15-5/28 W 10:30 am-12:00 pm $140/$161 8868 1/15-5/28 W 6:45 pm-8:15 pm $140/$161

Continuing Ballet

AGES 18 & UP

INSTRUC TOR: GINGER MEGLEY

Love music and the beauty of ballet? Class emphasizes ballet technique, musicality, and the joy of movement. Participants should have at least three years of previous ballet training.

Code Dates Day Time Res/Non

8765 1/14-2/18 Tu 7:30 pm-9:15 pm $107/$123.05

4/22-6/3 Tu 7:30 pm-9:15 pm $125/$143.75

Dog Training

Puppy Head-Start

AGES 18 & UP

INSTRUC TOR: DOG DYNAMICS

Get a head start on socialization and puppy manners by enrolling your pup in this fun and safe interactive class. We cover house breaking, manners, rudimentary obedience, and engagement exercises. Your pup will begin to learn when it is appropriate to play with other puppies and when it is time to focus on you. Puppies must have a validation of veterinarian care. Contact instructor if your pup is younger or older than 12–20 weeks of age. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: The first class of the session is mandatory, and for handlers only. It will be held online, in a live virtual format. Please complete and sign the Dog Dynamics form that will be attached to your transaction receipt via email after registration and submit them to info@dogdynamics.org before the first day of class. Minimum age limit for handler is 18.

Code Dates

9098 1/15-2/19 W 9:00 am-9:45 am $220/$253

9099 3/5-4/9 W 9:00 am-9:45 am $220/$253

9100 4/23-5/28 W 9:00 am-9:45 am

9107 1/16-2/20 Th 5:00 pm-5:45 pm

9108 3/6-4/10 Th 5:00 pm-5:45 pm

9109 4/24-5/29 Th 5:00 pm-5:45 pm

ADULT CLASSES

Beginning Obedience, Building a Relationship

AGES: 18Y & UP INSTRUC TOR: DOG DYNAMICS

Basic Obedience is the foundation for all training goals. We teach you how to motivate your dog to want to learn the basics of heel, sit, and down. We teach how to shape the “leave it” and “come” commands, and the command “wait” to prevent your dog from bolting through doors. This is a critical step in developing a healthy bond, and puts your dog on the road to a more meaningful life. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: The first class of the session is mandatory, and for handlers only. It will be held online, in a live virtual format. Complete and sign the Dog Dynamics form that will be attached to your transaction receipt via email after registration and submit them to info@dogdynamics.org before the first day of class. Minimum age limit for handler is 18. Appropriate for dogs 20 weeks and older. Bring a copy of your dog’s vaccination records for the instructor to keep.

Code Dates Day Time Res/Non

Canine Good Citizens Program

AGES: 18Y & UP

INSTRUC TOR: DOG DYNAMICS

$220/$253

$220/$253

$220/$253

$220/$253

Pre-requisite: Basic Obedience through Dog Dynamics, Inc. or Instructor’s approval. The American Kennel Club developed a test designed to encourage owners to train their dogs to be socially comfortable and well mannered. During this 6-week program your dog will practice how to meet and accept petting and grooming by a stranger, how to walk nicely by other dogs and distractions, to be confident when met by new sounds and sights, demonstrate basic sit, down and come, and how to remain calm when separated from you. On the sixth class the dogs will be tested. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: The first class of the session is mandatory, and for handlers only. It will be held online, in a live virtual format. Please complete and sign the Dog Dynamics form that will be attached to your transaction receipt via email after registration and submit them to info@dogdynamics.org before the first day of class.

Code Dates Day Time Res/Non 9089 1/14-2/18 Tu 9:00 am-9:45 am $220/$253 9090 3/4-4/8 Tu 9:00 am-9:45 am $220/$253 9091 4/22-5/27 Tu 9:00 am-9:45 am $220/$253

ADULT CLASSES

Dog Training, continued

Intro to Scent Work, The Nose Knows!

AGES: 18Y & UP

INSTRUC TOR: DOG DYNAMICS

Welcome to the sport of scent work! This 6-week class utilizes techniques similar to those used to train professional detection dogs. Your dog will learn how to search for and alert to a specifically trained odor. Scent work is a great choice for dogs of all ages and abilities. No previous scent work experience is needed. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: The first class of the session is mandatory, and for handlers only. It will be held online, in a live virtual format, the remaining five are in person. Complete and sign the Dog Dynamics form that will be attached to your transaction receipt via email after registration and submit them to info@dogdynamics.org before the first day of class. Minimum age for dogs is 6 months. Minimum age for handler is 18.

Code Dates Day Time

Res/Non

9092 1/14-2/18 Tu 10:00 am-10:45 am $220/$253

9093 3/4-4/8 Tu 10:00 am-10:45 am $220/$253

9094 4/22-5/27 Tu 10:00 am-10:45 am $220/$253

Continuing Scent Work, The Nose Knows!

AGES: 18Y & UP

INSTRUC TOR: DOG DYNAMICS

This class is for dogs who have completed Intro to Scent Work or have previous scent work experience. Dogs enrolled in the class must be imprinted on birch essential oil and have basic searching skills. We will continue to develop handler skills and will increase searching challenges. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: The first class of the session is mandatory, and for handlers only. It will be held online, in a live virtual format. Please complete and sign the Dog Dynamics form that will be attached to your transaction receipt via email after registration and submit them to info@dogdynamics.org before the first day of class. Minimum age for dogs is 6 months. Minimum age for handler is 18.

Code Dates Day Time Res/Non

9095 1/14-2/18 Tu 11:00 am-11:45 am $220/$253

9096 3/4-4/8 Tu 11:00 am-11:45 am $220/$253

9097 4/22-5/27 Tu 11:00 am-11:45 am $220/$253

Intermediate-Off Leash Preparation

AGES: 18Y & UP INSTRUC TOR: DOG DYNAMICS

This is the next step to improve on your beginning obedience skills. Intermediate obedience focuses on teaching your dog to stay with distractions, coming when called in various situations and to heel in a more formal fashion. We teach dogs how to relax when you are out of sight, and to be calm as they execute their obedience. The intermediate class is excellent preparation for taking the AKC Canine Good Citizen Class. Successful completion of Beginning Obedience is required. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: The first class of the session is mandatory, and for handlers only. It will be held online, in a live virtual format. Please complete and sign the Dog Dynamics form that will be attached to your transaction receipt via email after registration and submit them to info@dogdynamics.org before the first day of class. Minimum age for handler is 18.

Code Dates Day Time

Res/Non

9104 1/15-2/19 W 11:00 am-11:45 am $220/$253

9105 3/5-4/9 W 11:00 am-11:45 am $220/$253

9106 4/23-5/28 W 11:00 am-11:45 am $220/$253

9113 1/16-2/20 Th 7:00 pm-7:45 pm $220/$253 9114 3/6-4/10 Th 7:00 pm-7:45 pm

Fitness

Cardio, Strength & Balance

AGES: 18Y & UP INSTRUC TOR: JAMI FENDER CRONIN

Cardio, Strength and Balance is a comprehensive full-body workout with emphasis on stretching/flexibility, core strengthening, improving balance and fun! The instructor draws from five decades of teaching Pilates, Ballet, and more! to provide classes that are exciting and inspiring for the mind, body, and spirit.

DAILY DROP IN OPTION/FEE PER DAY

8807 1/13-3/21 M, W, F 9:00 am-10:00 am $18/$20.70

8808 3/24-5/30 M, W, F 9:00 am-10:00 am $18/$20.70 8810 1/13-3/19 M, W 10:00 am-11:00 am $18/$20.70

8809 3/24-5/28 M, W 10:00 am-11:00 am

MONTHLY SESSION

3/28-5/30 F 9:00 am-10:00 am

Fitness, continued

Cardio Blast

AGES: 18Y & UP INSTRUC TOR: JAMI FENDER CRONIN

Cardio Blast! is a fun, energizing, and heart-strengthening workout. Warmups are followed by a high-energy movement program that directly benefits cardiovascular health. Cardio exercise is beneficial in many ways, including lung and heart efficiency, enhanced energy levels and a positive mental state, weight management, overall stress reduction, and improved focus and clarity of mind.

DAILY DROP IN OPTION/FEE PER DAY

Code Dates Day Time Res/Non

8795 1/14-3/18 Tu 9:00 am-10:00 am $18/$20.70 8796 3/25-5/27 Tu 9:00 am-10:00 am $18/$20.70

MONTHLY SESSION

Code Dates Day Time Res/Non

8793 1/14-3/18 Tu 9:00 am-10:00 am $170/$195.50 8794 3/25-5/27 Tu 9:00 am-10:00 am $170/$195.50

Cardio Plus with Lynn!

AGES: 18Y & UP INSTRUC TOR: LYNNETTE BLOMQUIST

This dynamic 90-minute full body workout includes: warm up: 40 minutes of hi/low aerobics (appropriate for any age + fitness level); 15 minute of strength training; 15 minutes of core + balance; plus a full body stretch cool down. Come join us in a fun + friendly atmosphere, where you can shake your groove thing, while learning how to enjoy staying fit + healthy!

DAILY DROP IN OPTION/FEE PER DAY

8903 1/13-3/31 M, W 5:00 pm-6:30 pm

$24/$27.60 8902 4/2-5/28 M, W 5:00 pm-6:30 pm $24/$27.60 MONTHLY SESSIONS

8892 1/13-1/27 M 5:00 pm-6:30 pm $44/$50.60

8893 2/3-2/24 M 5:00 pm-6:30 pm

$66/$75.90

8894 3/3-3/31 M 5:00 pm-6:30 pm $110/$126.50

8895 4/7-4/28 M 5:00 pm-6:30 pm

8896 5/5-5/12 M 5:00 pm-6:30 pm

8897 1/15-1/29 W 5:00 pm-6:30 pm

8898 2/5-2/26 W 5:00 pm-6:30 pm

8899 3/5-3/26 W 5:00 pm-6:30 pm

$88/$101.20

$44/$50.60

$66/$75.90

$88/$101.20

$88/$101.20

8900 4/2-4/30 W 5:00 pm-6:30 pm $110/$126.50

8901 5/7-5/28 W 5:00 pm-6:30 pm

$66/$75.90

ADULT CLASSES

Taijiquan (Tai Chi/Qigong)

AGES: 18Y & UP

INSTRUC TOR: MARILYN COOPER Class starts with Qigong, which means Energy Work. Warm-ups come next, which define the range of motion for Tai Chi, stretch the tendons and strengthen the muscles. Tai Chi forms are based on three main precepts: Slow, Sink and Soft. “Tai Chi originates in the Mind.” Once movements are memorized, students join them together in one continuous flow, which creates a Mind, Body, Spirit connection and a well-earned, elevated state of being. Beginners start with one hour and then advance to sustain their concentration for one-and-a-half hour class. Beginners can stay to copy advanced students. We introduce Push Hands from the beginning, a non-injurious method of Tai Chi sparring, which teaches sensitivity, centering and rooting.

Code Dates Day Time Res/Non

8908 1/13-3/17 M 9:30 am-10:30 am

8915 3/24-5/19 M 9:30 am-10:30 am $270/$310.50 8910 1/15-3/19 W 9:30 am-10:30 am

Yoga Iyengar

AGES: 18Y & UP

INSTRUCTOR: JEANNE DOW ELL

Jeanne Dowell, former instructor under the US Olympic committee, pioneer of the yoga movement in Lamorinda, starts a new unique session of. Yoga classes. Jeanne has studied yoga with the Iyengars at the Iyengar institute in Pune, India and through the world. Jeanne studied “yoga for healthy aging,” a new program under Baxter Bell, MD. This program focused on strength, stamina, and balance as we age. This was yoga from a physicians view point which was another high point for Jeanne. Jeanne said, “What sets the Iyengar method apart is the focus on alignment and safety and is often referred to as “THE AGE REVERSING FORM of exercise.” Excellent for those with arthritis, chronic back and neck problems. Class ends with meditation and relaxation. All ages and levels are welcome! Group and private lessons available. You are welcome to take a class for a week to see if it is a good fit. Any questions, please contact Jeanne: jeannedowell@yahoo.com.

ADULT CLASSES

Fitness, continued

The Nia® Technique: Holistic Mind Body Cardio Fitness

AGES: 18Y & UP INSTRUC TOR: JANET KAUFMAN

Nia® is a cardiovascular fitness blending moments from dance, martial, and healing arts offering full body conditioning to increase flexibility, stability, agility and strength. Movement is set to a variety of music ranging from World to Pop. Nia ® is based on moving the body’s way seeking pleasure in movement, freedom of expression and self-healing through mindfulness. Nia ® is playful and joyful! Class is open to everyone regardless of size, shape or physical abilities. Instructor Janet Kaufman; certified and licensed Nia ® Black Belt.

DAILY DROP IN OPTION/FEE PER DAY

Code Dates Day Time

Res/Non

8942 1/17-2/21 F 10:00 am-11:00 am $23

8943 2/28-4/4 F 10:00 am-11:00 am $23

8944 4/11-5/30 F 10:00 am-11:00 am $23

MONTHLY SESSIONS

Code Dates Day Time

Res/Non

8939 1/17-2/21 F 10:00 am-11:00 am $120/$138

8940 2/28-4/4 F 10:00 am-11:00 am $120/$138

8941 4/11-5/30 F 10:00 am-11:00 am $160/$184

Yoga Basics: Healthy Aging

AGES: 18Y & UP INSTRUC TOR: VEERA SANJANA

The class offers yoga practices for greater flexibility, strength, balance, agility, and grace as we age. It focuses on whole body/mind wellness, cardiovascular, respiratory, and nervous system health, brain health and stress management among other things. With gentle floor exercises and mostly chair stretches and postures, breathing practices, mindfulness exercises and meditation the class offers a safe program to suit your needs, to release stress/anxiety, to become relaxed and joyful.

Code Dates Day Time Res/Non

8824 1/14-2/25 Tu 10:15 am-11:30 am $161/$185.15

8825 3/4-4/15 Tu 10:15 am-11:30 am $161/$185.15

8826 4/22-5/27 Tu 10:15 am-11:30 am $138/$158.70

Yoga & Meditations Basics

AGES: 18Y & UP INSTRUC TOR: VEERA SANJANA

Come build a strong foundation and understanding of Yoga. Based on a series of restorative postures designed to cleanse, tone and nourish, this class helps relieve the effects of chronic stress and restore energy. It is not about how much you can DO, but how much you can relax and let go. Each class ends with a meditation and is ideal for those in need of deep rest, relaxation, and rejuvenation.

Code Dates Day Time Res/Non

8827 1/15-2/26 W 6:30 pm-7:45 pm $161/$185.15

8828 3/5-4/16 W 6:30 pm-7:45 pm $161/$185.15

8829 4/23-5/28 W 6:30 pm-7:45 pm $138/$158.70

8830 1/16-2/27 Th 10:15 am-11:30 am $161/$185.15

8831 3/6-4/17 Th 10:15 am-11:30 am $161/$185.15

8832 4/24-5/29 Th 10:15 am-11:30 am $138/$158.70

ADDITIONAL CLASS INFORMATION ( LOCATIONS, MATERIALS FEES, ETC.): WILL BE LISTED WITH EACH CLASS ONLINE, AND CAN BE FOUND ON YOUR RECEIPT ONCE REGISTERED.

Zumba Gold®

AGES: 18Y & UP INSTRUC TOR: WORKOUT TEMPS, NANNETTE VIDES

Cardio: Low to medium impact. This is for active, “seasoned” adults who are looking for a modified Zumba® class that recreates the original moves, world music and fun dance fitness you love at a lower intensity. The design of the class introduces easy-to-follow Zumba® choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination.

DAILY DROP IN OPTION/FEE PER DAY

Code Dates Day Time Res/Non

8989 1/14-1/28 Tu 9:00 am-9:45 am $18

8990 2/4-2/25 Tu 9:00 am-9:45 am $18

8991 3/4-3/25 Tu 9:00 am-9:45 am $18

8992 4/8-4/29 Tu 9:00 am-9:45 am $18 8993 5/6-5/27 Tu 9:00 am-9:45 am $18

MONTHLY SESSIONS

8974 1/14-1/28 Tu 9:00 am-9:45 am

8975 2/4-2/25 Tu 9:00 am-9:45 am $60/$69 8976 3/4-3/25 Tu 9:00 am-9:45 am $60/$69 8977 4/8-4/29 Tu 9:00 am-9:45 am $60/$69 8978 5/6-5/27 Tu 9:00 am-9:45 am $60/$69

Martial Arts

Self Defense-Aiki Jujitsu, Advanced

AGES: 13Y & UP INSTRUC TOR: MEHRAN MOJTAHEDI

Develop confidence, coordination, and balance and learn how to defeat a larger and stronger attacker by using that person’s own energy and strength against them. Program teaches practical self-defense (not fighting) through games, friendly competition, and discipline, as well as escaping, grappling, and throwing techniques. One of the most versatile and effective methods of unarmed self-defense, Aiki-jujitsu is the basis for many martial arts systems found today. The advanced class is intended for students with a green-belt or higher ranks.

Code Dates Day Time Res/Non

8876 1/23-3/13 Th 6:30 pm-8:30 pm $85/$97.75 8877 3/20-5/8 Th 6:30 pm-8:30 pm $85/$97.75

Self Defense-Aiki Jujitsu, All Levels

AGES: 13Y & UP INSTRUC TOR: MEHRAN MOJTAHEDI

Develop confidence, coordination, and balance and learn how to defeat a larger and stronger attacker by using that person’s own energy and strength against them. Program teaches practical self-defense (not fighting) through games, friendly competition, and discipline, as well as escaping, grappling, and throwing techniques. One of the most versatile and effective methods of unarmed self-defense, Aiki-jujitsu is the basis for many martial arts systems found today.

Code Dates Day Time Res/Non 8874 1/25-3/15 Sa 11:30 am-1:00 pm $85/$97.75 8875 3/22-5/10 Sa 11:30 am-1:00 pm $85/$97.75

ADDITIONAL CLASS INFORMATION ( LOCATIONS, MATERIALS FEES, ETC.): WILL BE LISTED WITH EACH CLASS ONLINE, AND CAN BE FOUND ON YOUR RECEIPT ONCE REGISTERED.

Orinda Shorin-Ryu Beginner/Intermediate Karate

AGES: 18Y & UP

INSTRUC TOR: JEFFREY VIOLET

Shorin-Ryu Matsubayashi karate training provides an excellent opportunity to improve your self-confidence and mental and physical conditioning. If you stick with this class, you will get into good shape and you will experience a traditional karate dojo. Whether you are a person seeking a new way to increase your fitness level or a skilled athlete looking for a new challenge, Shorin-Ryu karate training will help you achieve your goals. Men and women from all backgrounds are invited to accept the rigorous training of Shorin-Ryu Karate. We train in a respectful, safe, and intense manner.

Code Dates Day Time Res/Non

8924 1/11-3/15 Sa 9:15 am-10:15 am $145/$166.75

8925 3/22-5/31 Sa 9:15 am-10:15 am $160/$184

For more Martial Arts Classes ages 6 years and older, turn to page 13.

Music

Ukulele Roots Jam

AGES: 18Y & UP

INSTRUCTOR: ALLAN DODGE

Come and learn to play traditional ukulele music of the 20’s and 30’s, including Hawaiian, Tin Pan Alley, blues, and period novelty songs. Learn chords and strumming by playing and singing along with other players in a supportive environment. The class offers something for students at all skill levels, A basic knowledge of ukulele chords is recommended. A Ukulele is required. Extra help is available for new students.

Code Dates Day Time

ADULT CLASSES

Advanced Beginner Pickleball

AGES: 18Y & UP INSTRUC TOR: PARAGON PICKLEBALL

This clinic is for students who have limited experience but can sustain a short rally with players of equal ability. They have the basic ability to keep score. In this class, players will master the primary rules of the game, learn how to hit a forehand and backhand with direction, accurately place serves, and improve proper court positioning. An advanced beginners rating would be around a 2.5. For questions, please email Coach Drew at paragonpickleball@gmail.com.

Code Dates Day Time Res/Non

8955 1/15-2/26 W 10:00 am-11:00 am $210/$241.50

8956 3/5-4/30 W 10:00 am-11:00 am $240/$276

8957 5/7-5/28 W 10:00 am-11:00 am $120/$138

Intermediate Pickleball

AGES: 18Y & UP INSTRUC TOR: PARAGON PICKLEBALL

This clinic is for 3.0 level players who most likely avoid their backhand side and use their forehand as a weapon/strength. Students in this class will learn how to hit with more directional intent and consistency on their dinks. 3rd shot drops, volleys, overheads, and serving with more diversity will all be covered as well.

Dates Day Time Res/Non 1/15-2/26 W 11:00 am-12:00 pm $210/$241.50 3/5-4/30 W 11:00 am-12:00 pm $240/$276 5/7-5/28 W 11:00 am-12:00 pm $120/$138

Advanced Intermediate Pickleball

AGES: 18Y & UP INSTRUC TOR: PARAGON PICKLEBALL

Res/Non

8750 1/14-2/18 Tu 1:00 pm-2:30 pm $144/$165.60

8751 2/25-4/8 Tu 1:00 pm-2:30 pm $168/$193 8752 4/15-5/27 Tu 1:00 pm-2:30 pm $168/$193

Sports

Beginner Pickleball

AGES: 18Y & UP INSTRUC TOR: PARAGON PICKLEBALL

This class is specifically for NEWBIES, TOTAL BEGINNERS, or people with little to no experience. Students will go over every shot they’ll need to learn to play, including how to score, the different areas of the court, and basic court position. If it’s your first time playing we welcome you to the amazing world of pickleball! A total beginner rating would most likely fall between 1.0-2.0. For questions, please email Coach Drew at paragonpickleball@gmail.com

Code Dates Day Time Res/Non

8951 1/15-2/26 W 9:00 am-10:00 am $210/$241.50

8952 3/5-4/30 W 9:00 am-10:00 am $240/$276

8953 5/7-5/28 W 9:00 am-10:00 am $120/$138

This clinic is for the 3.5 level player who has a moderate level of shot control on their forehand and backhand side and has developed consistent serves and returns. In this class players will improve their 3rd shot drops and drives, volley control, overheads, improve their ability to hit more advanced lobs, and develop a basic knowledge of stacking.

Code Dates Day Time Res/Non

8964 1/16-2/27 Th 10:00 am-11:00 am $210/$241.50

8965 3/6-5/1 Th 10:00 am-11:00 am $240/$276

8966 5/8-5/29 Th 10:00 am-11:00 am $120/$138

Advanced Pickleball

AGES: 18Y & UP INSTRUC TOR: PARAGON PICKLEBALL

This Advanced class is for 4.0+ level players who may have tournament experience. Advanced players can often anticipate opponents’ shots, finish points when there’s an opening, consistently hit 3rd shot drops, and play well at the non-volley line. Players may be moved out of the class if the level is too high.

Code Dates Day Time Res/Non

8961 1/16-2/27 Th 11:00 am-12:00 pm $210/$241.50

8962 3/6-5/1 Th 11:00 am-12:00 pm $240/$276

8963 5/8-5/29 Th 11:00 am-12:00 pm $120/$138

A 3% facility preservation fee applies to

ADULT CLASSES

Sports, continued

Tennis Classes

AGES: 18Y & UP

INSTRUC TOR: JOHN FOGLI

Join one of the tennis classes at the scenic Orinda Community Center tennis courts. Small classes. Class times may change due to player levels. Tennis Levels—Beginner: Designed for those with little or no background playing tennis. Course introduces fundamental strokes (forehand, backhand, serve, and net play); rules, scoring, and court play etiquette; Advanced Beginner: understands grips, ground strokes and can begin to control the serve. Emphasis on technique, doubles strategy, and movement on the court; Intermediate: Players have a basic understanding of the game, can sustain a rally, and has a serve

ADDITIONAL CLASS INFORMATION ( LOCATIONS, MATERIALS FEES, ETC.): WILL BE LISTED WITH EACH CLASS ONLINE, AND CAN BE FOUND ON YOUR RECEIPT ONCE REGISTERED.

that exhibits some control, but is in need of a second serve. The USTA will rate you under 4.0 but above 3.0 The USTA will rate the advanced player a 4.0 and over. A separate $10 materials fee is due to instructor on the first day.

Code Dates Day Time Res/Non

BEGINNER/ADVANCED BEGINNER

8768 1/6-3/10 M 6:45 pm-7:40 pm

8769 3/31-6/2 M 6:45 pm-7:40 pm

INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED

8770 1/8-3/12 W 6:20 pm-7:15 pm

$270/$310.50

$270/$310.50

$270/$310.50

8771 4/2-5/28 W 6:20 pm-7:15 pm $270/$310.50

A 3% facility preservation fee applies to all classes.

SENIOR PROGRAMS

Senior Programs

AARP Driver Safety-Course

AGES: 55Y & UP

INSTRUC TOR: AARP

Smart Driver Program is a recognized course designed specifically for the older driver and takes into consideration the physical changes of the maturing driver and identifies ways to compensate for those changes. You may be eligible for a discount on your automobile insurance rate after completion of the 8-hour course. Please check with your insurance agent for specific details regarding your situation. Pre-registration required and check payment submitted to the Orinda Community Center Front Desk before the start of the course. Checks should be made payable to AARP.

Code Dates Day Time AARP Member/Non-Member

Senior Tech Help, Juniors4Seniors Program

AGES: 55Y & UP MHS STUDENT VOLUNTEERS

Senior Tech Help Program Returns! Light technical support for mobile devices, computers, the WEB, Word docs, spreadsheets, and other electronic devices. Juniors4Serniors, a group of motivated students, are here to help seniors (older adults) with their tech needs. Miramonte High School Student Volunteers will be on hand the 3rd Saturday of the month, 11:00am-12:30pm, at the Orinda Community Center, Room 7 if participants have signed up. Registration is now required. Juniors4Seniors is a registered non-profit and is affiliated with Miramonte High School with club status. Contact: Recreation Coordinator, Jenn Amerman (925) 253-2416 to pre-register for the program.

Senior Trips, 55+

In collaboration with the Town of Moraga Parks and Recreation, Orinda Parks and Rec invites you to explore the Bay Area—and beyond! Become a tourist in your own backyard, visit the main treasures nestled in the greater Bay Area, and meet other adventurers like yourself. Pre-registration is required, please call (925) 254-2445 if you need registration assistance. Meet at the Hacienda de las Flores, 2100 Donald Drive, in Moraga. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: The senior discount fee will be incorporated into the cost. *Please note, trips are subject to change. The most up-to-date information can be found at MoragaRec.com. Refunds for trips can only be issued if a waitlist can be utilized. Trips this winter/spring include:

JANUARY FEBRUAR Y MARCH

Some Like it Hot Cache Creek Casino Back to the Future + (Orpheum) Follow That Seagull Tour APRIL MAY JUNE

High Tea— Filoli-Historic House A Beautiful Noise—The Elliston Vineyards & Garden Neil Diamond Musical

Senior E-Newsletter: To receive the bi-monthly newsletter that includes information on classes, workshops, and trips, please send your email address to: seniors@ cityoforinda.org or call the Front Office at (925) 254-2445.

Orinda Rental Facilities At-A-Glance

Orinda Community Center, 28 Orinda Way

Access to Kitchen, Rooms 4 + 5, built-in sound system and

Commercial refrigerator/freezer, stove/oven, microwave, and dishwasher

Demonstration Kitchen with angled mirror, stove/oven, sink, mini-fridge, and access to larger kitchen and Founders Auditorium

Access to Founders, three French doors onto porch and Community Center Courtyard

Sink,

Lower

sound system, LCD projector

Located at back of stage area of Library Auditorium with sink and microwave, harwood flooring and three French doors to small courtyard

Carpeted room with sink and microwave and access to Garden Room

Library lower level, with large boardroom table—not available for dining setup

Built-in video screens, access to staff kitchen, upon approval only

Full kitchen w/ island, fridge/freezer, stove/oven, sink. Exterior: front porch, gated yard, propane grill. Weekend rentals only.

Three conjoined studios with luxury vinyl plank flooring and two room dividers with access to Plaza/Stage. Studio 1 has sink/countertop area.

Modern Comfort: Enjoy a well-lit classroom, perfect for focused discussions and presentations. Room can accommodate up to 35 people seated comfortably.

High-Tech Amenities: Equipped with Wifi, a built-in TV monitor and whiteboards to facilitate seamless presentations and brainstorming sessions.

Orinda Park and Facility Locations

City Hall & Sarge

Serene Views: Large windows offering a tranquil view of lush maple trees, and sunlight.

Convenient Access: Easily accessible location with ample parking.

Affordable Rates: Get top-notch facilities without breaking the bank.

10 Orinda Fields Ln, Wilder Rd www.OrindaParksandRec.org/184/Parks-Facilities

Pine Grove Park

8 Altarinda

Wilder Art and Garden Center

20 Orinda Fields Lane

Wilder Ranch House, Sports Fields & Picnic Area

Local Organizations

Art in Public Places Committee www.artspaceorinda.org

Friends of the Orinda Library www.friendsoftheorindalibrary.org

Lamorinda Arts Council www.orindaarts.org

Lamorinda Village (925) 283-3500 www.lamorindavillage.org

Orinda Association www.orindaassociation.org

Orinda Farmer’s Market Saturdays, 9:00 am–1:00 pm on Orinda Way www.cccfm.org

Orinda Chamber of Commerce (925) 254-3909 www.orindachamber.org

Orinda Community Foundation www.orindafoundation.org

Orinda Hiking Club www.orindahiking.org

Orinda Historical Society (925) 254-1353 www.OrindaHistory.org

Orinda Library www.ccclib.org

Orinda Road Runners www.orindaroadrunners.org

Orinda Starlight Village Players www.orsvp.org

Orinda-Tabor Sister City Foundation www.orindataborsistercity.org

Rotary Club of Orinda www.orindarotary.org

Orinda Parks and Recreation Foundation www.oprfoundation.org

Orinda Woman’s Club

Jean Barnhart: (925) 699-7110 orindawomansclubinfo@gmail.com

Local Sports Organizations

Cal Magic Soccer Club www.calmagicsc.com

East Bay Eclipse Soccer Club www.eastbayeclipse.com

Lamorinda Lacrosse www.lamorindalacrosse.com

Lamorinda Rugby www.lamorugby.com

Lamorinda Soccer Club www.lamorindasc.com

Orinda Baseball Association www.obabaseball.com

Santa Maria CYO Basketball www.santamariacyo.com

Orinda Youth Sports—Soccer

HOW TO REGISTER

• Online Registration—December 9, 2024: www.OrindaParksandRec.org

• IN PERSON:

Orinda Community Center, 28 Orinda Way

For Front Desk Administration Office Hours, see page 2

• MAIL:

Complete registration form on page 35 and check payment, including 3% Facility Preservation Fee .

Helpful Registration Tips

• For your security, we cannot accept credit card payments over the phone, or via mail/fax.

• If you need assistance in creating or accessing your account, please give us a call at (925) 254-2445.

• If paying by check, call us and we can calculate your total amount due.

• If you are 62 years of age or older, please include your date of birth in order to receive the Senior Discount at the time of registration.

ADA ACCOMODATIONS

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the City of Orinda encourages those with disabilities to participate in our programs. If you have any special needs that may require specific accommodations, please contact TTrimble@CityofOrinda.org.

MEDICATIONS

If medication is needed (prescription or over the counter for underage participants, a supplemental Parental Consent & Directions to Staff for the Self-Administration of Medications Form is reccommended. Form available at www.OrindaParksandRec.org.

NON-RESIDENT FEES

Non-Orinda residents will be assessed a 15% fee at the time of registration. Non-resident fees will not be adjusted for pro-rated classes.

FACILITY PRESERVATION FEES

A 3% facility preservation fee applies to all classes.

A 3% Facility Preservation Fee applies to all camps and classes. To learn more, visit orindaparksandrec.org/400/Facility-Preservation-Fee

General Registration Information

Registration is on a first-come, first-served basis and is required for all camps and classes prior to participation. Please register early as some camps and classes fill quickly; for extremely popular programs, please be advised that you may become waitlisted as

soon as our registration period opens. For camps, classes, and/ or programs not meeting the minimum participant requirement, the program may be cancelled due to low enrollment. You will be notified via email if a camp or class is cancelled or if there is a change; therefore, please ensure we have the correct email address associated with your account.

CANCELLATIONS

• Camps not meeting the minimum enrollment 10 days prior to the start of camp will be cancelled and a full refund will be issued.

• Classes and activities not meeting the minimum enrollment 2-4 days prior to the start of class will be cancelled and a full refund will be issued.

WITHDRAWL & REFUND REQUESTS

Our commitment is to meet the needs of our community by providing accessible opportunities for everyone. This begins with helping community members plan their schedules effectively. To handle withdrawal requests fairly and reduce disruptions, we have implemented the following policies based on the timing of these requests. We advise community members to carefully review their schedules in advance to avoid overbooking, as lastminute changes, or requests, can lead to a series of unfavorable outcomes.

• Camps: Any request that is submitted less than two months prior to summer camp season starting, is subject to a Camp Refund Fee of 3%–7% of registration fees (depending on timing), and a processing fee of $5 for credit cards or $20 for checks, per transaction. Requests less than five days prior to the start of the camp will not be provided (unless approved by Recreation Staff). Refunds will not be provided after the camp has begun.

• Classes: Registration may be cancelled up to five days prior to the scheduled class for a refund, less a processing fee of $5 for credit cards or $20 for checks. Requests less than five days prior to the start of the class will not be provided (unless approved by Recreation Staff).

• Sports Leagues: Any request received after teams have been formed (OYS) and/or shortly before the season starts, is subject to a Sports League Withdrawal Fee of 25%–50% of registration fees (depending on timing), and a processing fee of $5 for credit cards or $20 for checks.

TRANSFER REQUESTS

• Camp transfer requests will not be approved after the camp has begun.

• Transfer Fee: A $20 Class/Camp Transfer Processing Fee will be applied to transfer requests.

Parks and Recreation Forms can be downloaded at www.orindaparksandrec.org/328/Forms-and-Documents.

Adult/Parent/Legal Guardian Name

Email:

Address:

Parent #2/Emergency Contact Name Email:

Registration Form

Make checks payable to: The City of Orinda

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR THOSE UNDER AGE 18:

PLEASE CAREFULLY READ THE REGISTRATION AND CANCELLATION POLICIES ON PAGE 28.

It is your responsibility as the consumer to understand our policies in the event you need to withdraw from our classes.

In consideration of being permitted to participate in City of Orinda Parks and Recreation activities, THE UNDERSIGNED, as a participant or legal guardian representing a minor participant, HEREBY FOREVER RELEASES, WAIVES AND DISCHARGES

THE CITY OF ORINDA , its directors, officers, employees, agents, independent contractors, and volunteers from any and a liability, to the undersigned and/or his/her person a representatives, assignees, heirs, and next of kin for any loss and/or damages and any claims or demands occurring or resulting from any accidents, injury, and/or damage to the person or property or death of the undersigned or their minor, arising out of or connected with participation in activities on the City of Orinda’s property or site utilized by the City of Orinda , and/or while using the premises, facilities, and or equipment thereon ,whether or not caused by the negligence and/or property of the City of Orinda, its directors, officers, employees, agents, independent contractors, or volunteers.

THE UNDERSIGNED, as a participant or legal guardian representing a minor participant, ASSUMES FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR AND RISK OF BODILY INJURY, DEATH, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE, due to the negligence of the City of Orinda, its directors, officers, employees, agents, independent contractors, and volunteers or otherwise while in, upon, or about the premises of the City of Orinda, or site utilized by the City of Orinda, and/or while using the premises, facilities, and or equipment thereon.

THE UNDERSIGNED, as a participant or legal guardian representing a minor participant, agrees to INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS the City of Orinda, its directors, officers, employees, agents, independent contractors, and volunteers from

any and all claims, actions, suits, procedures, costs, expenses, damages and liabilities, including attorney’s fees, brought as a result of the undersigned ‘s or their minor’s involvement in activities while in, upon, or about the premises of the City of Orinda , or a site utilized by the City of Orinda, and/or while using the premises, facilities, and or equipment hereon, and to reimburse the City of Orinda for any such expenses.

THE UNDERSIGNED HEREBY PERMITS the taking of photographs or videos of themselves or their minor to be used at the City’s discretion and understand they may be used for marketing purposes.

THE UNDERSIGNED HAS READ AND VOLUNTARILY SIGNS THE RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT, and further agrees that no oral representations, statements, or inducement apart from the foregoing written agreement has been made. The undersigned hereby acknowledges fully understanding the terms of this agreement and acknowledges that by signing this agreement the undersigned completely and unconditionally releases the City of Orinda, its directors, officers, employees, agents, independent contractors, and volunteers from any and all liability to the greatest extent allowed by the law.

I also waive and release the City of Orinda from any and all claims, causes of action, allegations, or assertions that may arise relating to infection of any person by COVID-19 that occurs, or is alleged to occur, as a result of participating or partaking in Orinda Parks and Recreation programs or services.

Last Name Gender M/F

Name Grade School (Entering Fall)