Play! Guide - Summer 2020

Y O U R PA R K S & R E C R E AT I O N G U I D E

LOOK INSIDE FOR *NEW* HOW TO DRAW CARTOONS p. 28 *NEW* HUNGER GAMES TRAINING CAMP p. 30 *NEW* REC UNITED SUMMER SOCCER p. 46

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CEDAR RAPIDS PARKS &

WELCOME

RECREATION Welcome to the Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation Play! guide. Inside you’ll find great programs that will keep you busy from April to August.

Activities...................................................27-34 Young Learners/Families, Youth, Summer Camps, Adult, Boomer (Senior), Dance, Guitar, Fitness, Japanese Archery, Karate

Old MacDonald’s Farm..............................34-35 Northwest Recreation Center......................... 36 Events.......................................................37-39 Ushers Ferry, Noelridge Greenhouse, Noelridge Farmers’ Market, Trout Derby, Game On! Greene Square, Z2K Kids’ Zombie Run, Back 2 School Bash, K9Splash!

Special Populations...................................40-41 Sports.......................................................42-49 Baseball, Softball, Tee Ball, Blastball, Basketball, Football, Kickball, Sports Camps, Soccer, Track, Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Golf

Swimming.................................................50-67 Parks/Services/Registration.......................68-71

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Noelridge Greenhouse, Dog Parks, Splash Pads, Trails, Rentals FOR KIDS ONLY! CAMP p. 29

KYUDO RENMEI p. 33

GOAT YOGA p. 34

VILLAGE TOURS p. 37

GAME ON! GREENE SQUARE p. 38

SO DANCE p. 40

BASEBALL/SOFTBALL p. 43

WATER EXERCISE p. 54, 56

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ACTIVITIES Young Learners & Families

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aANIMALS ON THE FARM

(3-7 yrs. with or without Adult) Get creative while learning the types of animals on the farm. Study a new animal each week and make a craft resembling the theme. Songs, sounds and activities will be a part of each class.

Wear your old clothes! #113107-01 Tu 6/9-6/30 9:15-10am #113107-02 Tu 7/7-7/28 9:15-10am $33 (R $26) Old MacDonald’s Farm Barn

BE A BEE (4-7 yrs.)

Learn about pollination by acting out the work of the honeybee. In this game, you will create a bee costume to wear as you fly out to find pollen and nectar.

Communicate with your fellow bees through waggle dances and bring everything back to the hive.

aOLD-FASHIONED EASTER EGGS

(2+ yrs. with Adult) Celebrate spring and help the Easter bunny! Decorate your own Easter eggs with natural dyes and other fun techniques. After the work is done, play games and enjoy some more Easter fun. #314803-01 Sa 4/4 10-11am $11 (R $10) /Child Ushers Ferry

Youth CREEK STUDY AND YOU (8-11 yrs.)

Learn about plant and critter life and practice fishing. This program is sponsored by CR Parks & Rec and Linn County Conservation. Bring a lunch not requiring refrigeration and water. #113106-01 Th 6/25 10am-1pm $13 (R $12) Duck Pond Pavilion, Bever

#113109-01 W 6/24 9:30-10:30am #113109-03 W 8/12 9:30-10:30am $21 (R $17) Duck Pond Pavilion, Bever

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ACTIVE CHOICE Choose A High Activity Program

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CHOOSE A HEALTHY HOMETOWN ENCOURAGED ACTIVITY

aMAKE & TAKE STORY TIME

(0-7 yrs. with Adult) Get ready to take the Cedar Rapids Library’s Summer Dare! Attend most of the sessions presented by library staff and receive an award.

F FREE

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6/12-7/31 10-10:45am Jacolyn Park Pavilion

PLAY, MUSIC AND FUN

(1-3 yrs. with Adult) Learn fun songs and finger plays with your child. Introduce them to simple rhythm instruments in a fun group setting. This is a high-energy class with concentration on motor skill activities. #310102-03 W 4/15-5/20 9:30-10:15am $37 (R $30) NW Rec

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FARMER FOR A DAY (6-10 yrs.)

Put on old clothes, tennis shoes or boots, and find out more about the animals at Old MacDonald’s Farm.

Learn how to care for them and what goes on at the farm each day with hands-on activities. Pick a day or sign up for multiple sessions. #113102-01 M #113102-02 Th #113102-03 M #113102-04 Th #113102-05 Th #113102-06 Th #113102-07 Th #113102-08 Th #113102-09 M #113102-10 Th $15 (R $14)

6/8 8-10am 6/11 8-10am 6/22 8-10am 6/25 8-10am 7/9 8-10am 7/16 8-10am 7/23 8-10am 7/30 8-10am 8/3 8-10am 8/6 8-10am Old MacDonald’s Farm

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*NEW* BLING IT ON! (4-9 yrs.)

Glitter, sequins and jewels, oh my!

Make tons of sparkly projects including bracelets, glittery snowglobes, and a jewelry box. We will even glitter-fy our fingernails! Air-dry clay, Model Magic, watercolors, and other dazzling art supplies will be used. #303117-01 Th 4/9-4/30 5:30-6:30pm $47 (R $40) NW Rec

*NEW* SLIME-TASTIC ART (5-12 yrs.)

It’s a slime takeover! Slime is the main event. We’ll create tons of gooey, sparkly, stretchy, messy slime recipes, from an out-of-this-world glitter solar slime confetti cake to bubblegum scented slime, each day. And, we’ll be painting and sculpting, too! #303119-01 Th 4/9-4/30 6:45-7:45pm $47 (R $40) NW Rec

a*NEW* MOTHER’S DAY CRAFT

(5-12 yrs. with Adult) What better way to celebrate Mother’s Day than with creating a work of art with your child? Follow easy step-bystep instructions to create matching collages with a garden theme on real canvas board. #303129-01 1 Child & Adult $37 (R $30) #303129-02 Additional Child $6 F 5/8 6:30-8pm NW Rec

Kidcreate Studio Youth Art Classes Learn more about award-winning Kidcreate Studio at kidcreatestudio.com. *NEW* THE “HOW TO” OF DRAWING (5-12 yrs.)

Love to draw? Learn basic techniques and principles of drawing. Creativity and imagination will be encouraged while experimenting with a variety of materials and techniques. Receive your own sketchbook to keep and to draw in throughout the class. #103122-01 Tu/Th 6/9-6/25 9-10am $68 (R $60) NW Rec

*NEW* ART ACADEMY (5-12 yrs.)

Painting, drawing, clay - it’s all awesome! Experiment with many techniques and styles while making snowglobes, painting on canvas, and creating clay figures and more. Come ready to have an “artsy” good time! #103123-01 Tu/Th 6/9-6/25 10:30-11:30am $68 (R $60) NW Rec

*NEW* MARVELOUS MASTERS ON CANVAS (5-12 yrs.)

Get inspired by the art of Vincent Van Gogh, Claude Monet, Rembrandt, and Pablo Picasso. Recreate famous works like Starry Night, Water Lilies, The Mill, and many others on real canvas boards.

You’ll be very proud of your own masterpieces! #103124-01 Tu/Th 7/7-7/23 9-10am $68 (R $60) NW Rec

*NEW* HOW TO DRAW CARTOONS (5-12 yrs.)

Wish you were better at drawing cartoons? Learn step-by-step techniques to help you draw super cool (and cute!) cartoons, from cuddly puppy dogs to kooky cool characters. You’ll be impressed by how your drawings turn out! Take home your own How to Draw Cartoons booklet. #103125-01 Tu/Th 7/7-7/23 10:30-11:30am $68 (R $60) NW Rec

*NEW* THE SCIENCE OF ART

ISU EXTENSION MINI CAMPS Register at www.extension.iastate.edu/linn/content/4hdaycamps

(8-10 yrs.)

Perform experiments that will make you see things in all new ways!

Create prints using the power of the sun. Solve problems using sewing and felting techniques. Experiment with color mixing and so much more! You’ll leave class with some of your own unique works of art. Bring a lunch.

W $20

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9am-3pm

FOR KIDS ONLY! DAY CAMP

(6-12 yrs.)

Stay busy all summer long in this camp for kids entering grades 1-6. Spend your days playing games, making crafts, swimming, participating in special events and going on an occasional field trip. Payment for the first week is due when you register. Additional week’s payments are due the Monday of the specific week.

Campers bring their own lunches. Morning and afternoon snacks and swimming are provided. Campers will swim every day weather permitting.

M-F 6/15-8/7 7am-5:30pm $139 (R $129)/week $38 (R $31)/day Cherry Hill or Noelridge Parks

CHERRY HILL PARK SITE The camp is located in the older section of Cherry Hill Park. (Take Cherry Hill Road to Ivy Lane.) A camp building is available in case of inclement weather.

NOELRIDGE PARK SITE Begin and end the day at the small pavilion beside the splash pad, located next to the Harding School parking lot. During inclement weather, activities will be held in Harding Middle School.

Weekly Themes Summer Blast Off M-F 6/15-6/19 School’s out! It’s time to kick back and have some fun.

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Athletic Adventures M-F 6/22-6/26 #110702-01 Noelridge #110802-01 Cherry Hill This week’s campers will be exposed to the basics of a variety of sports and get a chance to experience some traditional and non-traditional sports and activities.

Carnival Time M-Th 6/29-7/2* (no camp 7/3) #110703-01 Noelridge A penny carnival will be the highlight of this week of carnival happenings. *Fee for this week is $111 (R $103)

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All-American M-F 7/6-7/10 #110704-01 Noelridge Enjoy a week of wacky relays and silly games.

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Games Galore M-F 7/13-7/17 #110705-01 Noelridge Enjoy a variety of active and quiet games, special events and contests during this week.

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Beach Party M-F 7/20-7/24 #110706-01 Noelridge Keep cool with special water games and activities.

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Nature All Around Us M-F 7/27-7/31 #110707-01 Noelridge #110807-01 Cherry Hill Come explore the nature around us! Hiking all over the park and finding out what’s in the creek will keep you busy this week. Adult family members are welcome to join in the fun.

Fun and Fitness M-F 8/3-8/7 #110708-01 Noelridge #110808-01 Cherry Hill What a great way to spend a week of our summer day camp experience! This week will be filled with activities to keep us fit and healthy.

*NEW* ROBOTS AT THE OLYMPICS

*NEW* KIDS IN THE KITCHEN

(5-7 yrs.)

Learn basic coding concepts through games, various robots, and block-based coding programs to take on Olympicthemed challenges. Expand your problem solving, teamwork, and creative skills while having a blast with ROBOTS! Bring a lunch.

(5-7 yrs.)

Join us for a day of mixing, mashing, measuring, blending, and creating fun foods and other hand-made creations.

Explore self-care while making soap, lip balms, and scrubs to take home. Bring a lunch.

M $20

7/6 9am-3pm NW Rec

W $20

7/22 NW Rec

9am-3pm

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*NEW* ON MY OWN & OK: AM I READY TO STAY HOME ALONE (9-11 yrs.)

Build your skills, maturity and confidence to stay safely at home alone.

Have fun in this hands-on workshop and leave with a family workbook to guide you through discussing expectations together. Bring a lunch.

Tu $20

7/28 NW Rec

9am-3pm

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SUMMER ADVENTURE AMERICAN GIRL

CAMPS & TRIPS

(6-12 yrs.)

It’s an American Girl party every day at Ushers Ferry! The time periods and lives of five dolls will be explored each day.

Discover what each American Girl did for fun, what crafts she created, what goodies she made and ate, and what was happening in the world around her.

Bring your doll!

6-8 years An adult can stay with the shy ones! #114103-03 M 6/8 9-10:30am #114103-04 Tu 6/9 9-10:30am #114103-05 W 6/10 9-10:30am #114103-06 Th 6/11 9-10:30am #114103-07 F 6/12 9-10:30am $14 (R $13)/day Ushers Ferry

(6-8 yrs.)

Prepare for Zombie Survival next year with this fun, three-day introductory camp! Learn how to pack a “bug out” bag, prepare for evacuation and (most importantly) how to avoid zombies!

#114103-02 M-F 6/8-6/12 9-10:30am $66 (R $58)/week Ushers Ferry

#114105-03 W-F 6/10-6/12 1-2:30pm $46 (R $39) Ushers Ferry

8-12 years #114103-01 M-F 6/8-6/12 9am-12pm $125 (R $115) Ushers Ferry

HARRY POTTER CAMP & TRI-WIZARD TOURNAMENT

LITTLE ADVENTURES WITH TOM AND HUCK (6-8 yrs.)

Get up to some good, old-fashioned fun like Tom and Huck did! Explore the woods and look for buried treasure, play hookie from school, enjoy games and make mischief while avoiding Aunt Polly’s long list of chores. #114117-01 M/Tu 6/8, 6/9 9-10:30am $33 (R $26) Ushers Ferry

ARMY CAMP FOR KIDS

Evening Progra

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(9-13 yrs.)

There’s more to being a soldier than what you see in movies and video games. Learn more about the history, traditions, uniforms and equipment of America’s military branches and study classic military science and tactics. You’ll join your own military company and participate in drills, obstacle courses, fitness training and a NERF tactical on the last day. #114118-01 M-F 6/15-6/19 6-8pm $90 (R $82) Ushers Ferry

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JUNIOR ZOMBIE SURVIVAL

(9-13 yrs.)

Make some magic! You will be sorted into your respective house upon arrival and meet your new professors for special classes on wizarding and wandmaking. Over the course of the week, you will study potions and alchemy, learn to play (muggle) quidditch, and compete against other houses in a Tri-Wizard Tournament rescuing loved ones and finding dragon’s eggs and other magical relics. #114115-01 M-F 6/15-6/19 9am-12pm $132 (R $122) Ushers Ferry

HARRY POTTER ACADEMY (6-8 yrs.)

Make your own magic in this fun camp for Harry Potter fans. On Tuesday, you will be sorted into your “house” and meet your professors for lessons in magic, making your own wand. On Thursday, you’ll learn some wizarding spells and go on a search for the Sorcerer’s Stone. #114116-01 Tu/Th 6/16, 6/18 1-2:30pm $33 (R $26) Ushers Ferry

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*NEW* HUNGER GAMES TRAINING CAMP (13-17 yrs.)

Could you survive the Hunger Games?

Learn to beat the game with foam weapons training, endurance training, and more! Sign up with a buddy or by yourself and let fate decide your partner! May the odds be ever in your favor! #114113-01 M-F 6/22-6/26 1-4pm $132 (R $122) Ushers Ferry

*NEW* CLASSIC BOOK CLUB: ANNE OF GREEN GABLES (9-14 yrs.)

Do you love classic stories? Join 11-yearold orphan, Anne Shirley, on her adventures as she is mistakenly sent to live with Matthew and Marilla, a middleaged brother and sister, who had intended to adopt a boy to help with farm work! Learn more about her life as you help with chores and get into mischief! Take your own book home at the end of the week and enjoy the full story at your leisure. #114722-01 M-F 6/22-6/26 9am-12pm $125 (R $115) Ushers Ferry

UNDERGROUND IOWA: MAQUOKETA CAVES VAN TRIP (9-13 yrs.)

Explore Iowa’s Maquoketa Caves!

Pack a sack lunch, bring a flashlight, and put on old clothes and hiking shoes for this rugged, underground adventure.

Bring some money for ice cream on the way home. #114204-01 Tu 6/30 8am-5pm $46 (R $39) Depart: Ushers Ferry

CANOE PIRATE ADVENTURE

(8-12 yrs.)

Hone your survival skills and use 19th century know-how to prepare for 21st century disaster in this camp for adventurous kids! Learn to build a shelter, find your way in the wilderness, live off the land and assemble the tools to survive any situation. Test your survival skills on the last day with a water gun war - Humans vs. Zombies! #114105-01 M-F 7/6-7/10 9am-12pm #114105-02 M-F 7/6-7/10 2-5pm $132 (R $122) Ushers Ferry

PRAIRIE FINISHING SCHOOL (6-12 yrs.)

Learn the art and skill of being a child in 1910. Step back in time each day by putting on period correct clothing and spending the morning with handiwork, crafts, games, writing, tea engagements, and having fun.

6-8 years An adult can stay with the shy ones! #114101-02 M 7/13 9-10:30am #114101-03 Tu 7/14 9-10:30am #114101-04 W 7/15 9-10:30am #114101-05 Th 7/16 9-10:30am #114101-06 F 7/17 9-10:30am $14 (R $13)/day Ushers Ferry #114101-01 M-F 7/13-7/17 9-10:30am $66 (R $58)/week Ushers Ferry 8-12 years #114102-01 M-F 7/13-7/17 9am-12pm $125 (R $115) Ushers Ferry

CANOE ADVENTURE CAMP & FLOAT TRIP (9-13 yrs.)

Paddle your own canoe! Start by learning the basics in our shallow pond (gear, strokes, steering and what to do if you capsize) before your open water adventure down the Wapsipinicon River on the last day. #114112-01 M-Th* 7/13-7/16 M-W: 9am-12pm, Th: 9am-4pm *Float trip will be Friday if it rains Thursday $115 (R $105) includes canoe rental Ushers Ferry

*NEW* FANTASY FOAM ARMORY WORKSHOP (8-16 yrs.)

Make your own weapon for Fantasy Foam Battle Camp to keep and take home. The types of weapons allowed will depend on the age of the fighter.

If you want to make more than one weapon, an additional fee will apply. #114106-03 M 7/20 9am-12pm #114106-04 M 7/20 1-4pm $42 (R $35) Ushers Ferry #114106-05 Additional Weapon $10

*NEW* FANTASY FOAM BATTLE CAMP (8-16 yrs.)

A call to arms! Help defend our realm!

Using LARP (Live Action Role Play) rules of Dagohir Battle Games, we will train you with many types of weapons. Please note: camp weapons are limited. If you would like to make your own weapon, sign up for Monday’s Armory Workshop (see above) or bring a weapon you made in a previous camp with us.

Register by 7/13.

8-12 years #114106-01 Tu-F 7/21-7/24 9am-12pm $106 (R $98) Ushers Ferry 13-16 years #114106-02 Tu-F 7/21-7/24 2-5pm $106 (R $98) Ushers Ferry

ARCHERY ADVENTURE CAMP Evening Progra m!

(10-14 yrs.)

Discover your inner Katniss or Hawkeye!

Learn the basics of archery as you practice with the bow and arrow, and play games to develop your skills of stealth and observation. Learn how to walk quietly and track your prey. (This program corresponds with the ATA Explorer Bow Hunting program.)

Register by 7/24. #114114-01 M-F 7/27-7/31 6-8pm $90 (R $82) Ushers Ferry

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#114111-01 M/W 7/27, 7/29 9am-12pm $53 (R $46) Ushers Ferry

ACTIVITIES

ZOMBIE SURVIVAL

(9-13 yrs.)

Prepare for an adventure! Learn the basics or refresh your skills in this twoday camp. Build your crew and get into your canoes to practice in the shallow pond on Monday and then test your skills in the Pond Pirate obstacle course on Wednesday.

SUMMER PIONEERS (6-12 yrs.)

Have some good, old-fashioned summer fun before you head back to school! Learn how to cook on a wood stove or maybe over an open fire. After you finish your summer chores, head on down to the river and try some fishing.

6-8 years #114119-01 M 8/3 9-10:30am $14 (R $13) Ushers Ferry 9-12 years #114119-02 M 8/3 9am-12pm $27 (R $23) Ushers Ferry

DANGEROUS DAY CAMP JUNIOR: MAD SCIENTIST’S LAB (6-8 yrs.)

Attention! Mad scientists wanted to aid the ZRF (Zombie Resistance Forces)!

The area has been cleared of zombies, but now a strange, green slimy substance has been found in Seminole Valley! Is it the source of the zombie contagion? Explore the woods, collect samples and specimens, and test for acids and bases to see if you can replicate the zombie slime. #114108-02 Tu/Th 8/4, 8/6 1:30-3pm $33 (R $26) Ushers Ferry

SUMMER NERF TACTICAL (9-13 yrs.)

Here’s your last chance for summer fun! Learn basic NERF safety rules and strategy, then break into teams to play Capture the Flag and other games to defend your fortress. Bring your own NERF gear, ammo and eye protection. #114120-01 F 8/7 9am-12pm $21 (R $17) Ushers Ferry

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Adult POP GOES THE EASEL: PAINTING WITH ACRYLICS WITH DAVE STAUFFER (18+ yrs.)

Welcome to painting with acrylics, an art world full of versatility and bright, bold colors! You will learn the fundamentals of color and basic composition and how to paint thick and thin with brushes and a pallet knife. #303120-03 Tu 4/14-5/19 6-8pm #103120-01 Tu 6/16-7/21 6-8pm $49 (R $42) NW Rec

WATERCOLOR MADE EASY WITH DAVE STAUFFER (18+ yrs.)

Develop a new hobby!

Absolutely no experience is needed for this class. Basic watercolor techniques will be taught in a relaxed and fun manner. You’ll receive a small supply list the first day of class. #303107-03 Tu 4/14-5/19 1:30-3:30pm #103107-01 Tu 6/16-7/21 1:30-3:30pm $49 (R $42) NW Rec

Guitar Classes Guitars are available for use at Northwest Recreation if needed.

INTRO TO GUITAR (9+ yrs.)

Have you ever wanted to learn to play guitar? Ken Arnell will teach you the basics and have you playing in two lessons. Get ready for hours of fun.

9-15 years #118801-01 M 4/6-5/11 #118801-02 M 6/8-7/13 $81 (R $73) NW Rec

5:30-6:30pm 5:30-6:30pm

16+ years #118801-03 M 4/6-5/11 #118801-04 M 6/8-7/13 $81 (R $73) NW Rec

6:30-7:30pm 6:30-7:30pm

GUITAR II (9+ yrs.)

Continue to improve your skills and learn more great songs in this advanced guitar class. Completion of Intro to Guitar is recommended before taking this class. #118802-01 M 4/6-5/11 #118802-02 M 6/8-7/13 $81 (R $73) NW Rec

7:30-8:30pm 7:30-8:30pm

*NEW* BASIC LINE DANCE FOR BEGINNERS BY SANDEE (18+ yrs.)

Get off your chair and join others on the dance floor! Learn basic steps, terminology and combinations used in a variety of line dances. Please wear sneakers; boots are not necessary. #305207-03 M 4/13-5/18 #105207-01 M 6/8-7/13 #105207-02 M 7/20-8/24 $52 (R $45)/person

6-7pm 6-7pm 6-7pm NW Rec

FUN BASICS BELLY DANCE (18+ yrs.)

Learn the most popular movements and step combinations used in modern belly dance. In addition to captivating movements and isolations, you will learn some of the history and origins of this art form and about the culture that brought it to this country.

It is important to become proficient at this level before going on to the intermediate level. SanDee will help you decide when you’re ready. You may continue taking this class along with the next level. #305204-03 M 4/13-5/18 7-8pm #105204-01 M 6/8-7/13 7-8pm #105204-02 M 7/20-8/24 7-8pm $52 (R $45) NW Rec

BOOMER & BEYOND Boomer and Beyond Activites are for ages 50+. Senior Program and Walking Club (page 36) are programs specific to this age group. Other programs, while not specific to seniors, are available.

INTERMEDIATE BELLY DANCE PERFORMERS

They are:

(18+ yrs.)

This class will focus on performing in costume. Learn stage direction, group choreography, costuming, make-up and how to perform with personality and charm. Costumes are needed.

• Adult Art Classes (page 32) • Guitar Classes (page 32) • Dance Classes (page 32) • Fitness Classes (pages 33) • Pickleball (page 36)

At least two sessions of Fun Basics and preapproval by SanDee are required to register for this class. You may sign up for both classes. Performing is not mandatory. #305205-03 M 4/13-5/18 8-9pm #105205-01 M 6/8-7/13 8-9pm #105205-02 M 7/20-8/24 8-9pm $52 (R $45) NW Rec

• Events (pages 35, 37-39) • Golf (pages 48, 49) • Water Exercise (pages 54, 56)

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Fitness *NEW* POUND®

#318116-05 F #118116-01 F #118116-02 F #118116-03 F #118116-04 F $43 (R $36)

4/3-4/24 5/1-5/22 6/5-6/26 7/10-7/31 8/7-8/28 NW Rec

6-7pm 6-7pm 6-7pm 6-7pm 6-7pm

YOGA IN THE PARK a (12+ yrs.)

Downshift and gain mind/body awareness. Uniting breath with movement, work on increasing your lung capacity, functional strength, range of motion, flexibility, balance and relaxation. Bring a yoga mat or towel.

Su FREE

ACTIVITIES

(16+ yrs.)

Sweat. Sculpt. Rock! Pound® is the world’s first cardio jam session inspired by energizing, sweat dripping fun of playing the drums.

7/7-8/19 8-9am Noelridge Park Gardens

Japanese Archery KYUDO RENMEI - BEGINNERS (16+ yrs.)

Spend six weeks learning to use and shoot the yumi (Japanese longbow) and receive an introduction to this ancient martial art. Equipment is provided. #102303-01 Su 4/26-6/7* 9-10am #102303-02 Su 6/14-7/26* 9-10am #102303-03 Su 8/9-9/13 9-10am $37 (R $30) NW Rec *No class 5/31, 7/5

KYUDO RENMEI - ADVANCED (16+ yrs.)

After successful completion of the class for beginners, continue your training in this course and become more proficient in the individual and group aspects of Kyudo Renmei. #102304-01 Su 4/26-6/7* 10am-12pm #102304-02 Su 6/14-7/26* 10am-12pm #102304-03 Su 8/9-9/13 10am-12pm $42 (R $35) NW Rec *No class 5/31, 7/5

Ryuku Kempo Karate These classes are part of Open Hand and are taught by Shihan Adam Frey and Sensei Erika Munn.

ADVANCED (6+ yrs.)

Learn advanced karate techniques including weapons in this class for brown belts and up. Students must also attend the Fundamentals class.

FUNDAMENTALS (6+ yrs.)

Physical and social confidence, selfdiscipline, situational awareness, and strong moral character are developed in this karate class for all abilities and skill levels.

#318114-04 Tu 4/7-4/28 #118114-01 Tu 5/5-5/26 #118114-02 Tu 6/2-6/30 #118114-03 Tu 7/7-7/28 #118114-04 Tu 8/4-8/25 $32 (R $25) NW Rec

7-8pm 7-8pm 7-8pm 7-8pm 7-8pm

*NEW* SELF DEFENSE SEMINAR

6+ years #318108-04 Tu/Th 4/2-4/30 #118108-01 Tu/Th 5/5-5/28 #118108-02 Tu/Th 6/2-6/30 #118108-03 Tu/Th 7/2-7/30 #118108-04 Tu/Th 8/4-8/27 $63 (R $55) NW Rec

6-7pm 6-7pm 6-7pm 6-7pm 6-7pm

13+ years #318107-04 W/Th 4/1-4/30 #118107-01 W/Th 5/6-5/28 #118107-02 W/Th 6/3-6/25 #118107-03 W/Th 7/1-7/30 #118107-04 W/Th 8/5-8/27 $63 (R $55) NW Rec

(6+ yrs.)

Learn situational awareness tools and leave this seminar with the ability to use the OODA (Observe, Orient, Decide, Act) method to recognize and break down social “hacks” that predators use. This seminar is part of Open Hand.

7-8pm 7-8pm 7-8pm 7-8pm 7-8pm

Family - 6+ years with Adult #118119-01 Child & Adult $70 #118119-03 Adult Only $35 Sa 4/11 10am-12pm NW Rec

INTERMEDIATE (6+ yrs.)

Learn intermediate karate techniques including weapons in this class for orange belts and up. Students must also attend the Fundamentals class. #318113-04 W 4/1-4/29 #118113-01 W 5/6-5/27 #118113-02 W 6/3-6/24 #118113-03 W 7/1-7/29 #118113-04 W 8/5-8/26 $32 (R $25) NW Rec

6-7pm 6-7pm 6-7pm 6-7pm 6-7pm

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16+ years or 12+ with Adult #118119-02 Child & Adult $70 #118119-04 16+ years $35 Sa 8/22 10am-12pm NW Rec

OPEN HAND Open Hand is a nonprofit that uses the principles and practices of traditional martial arts to develop a stronger, more connected and empowered community.

OpenHandCR.org Find us on Facebook @openhandcr

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ACTIVITIES

GOAT YOGA

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GOAT YOGA

(13+ yrs.)

Let go, have fun and interact with these smart and social farm animals in this unusual and fun yoga class. Fun and laughter are the foundation of this mind, body and goat class! Other farm animals may join in on the fun as well. Wear appropriate clothing and bring your own mat. A limited number of mats are available to rent for $2 (cash only). #113111-01 Sa 6/13 9-10am #113111-02 W 6/17 5:45-6:45pm #113111-03 Sa 7/11 9-10am #113111-04 W 7/15 5:45-6:45pm #113111-05 Sa 8/8 9-10am #113111-06 W 8/19 5:45-6:45pm #113111-07 W 9/2 5:45-6:45pm $12 (R $11) Old MacDonald’s Farm Barn

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ADULT/CHILD GOAT YOGA

(6+ yrs. with Adult) How can you make exercise more fun?

Do it with your kids and ours as well as chickens and rabbits! Be sure to wear loose and comfortable clothing that can get dirty and bring your own mat.

A limited number of mats are available to rent for $2 (cash only). You may register more than one child. #113110-01 Adult $12 (R $11) #113110-02 Child $5 (R $4) W 6/3 5:45-6:45pm Old MacDonald’s Farm Barn #113110-03 Adult $12 (R $11) #113110-04 Child $5 (R $4) W 7/1 5:45-6:45pm Old MacDonald’s Farm Barn #113110-05 Adult $12 (R $11) #113110-06 Child $5 (R $4) W 8/5 5:45-6:45pm Old MacDonald’s Farm Barn

*NEW* CAN YOU DIG IT? *NEW* STICKS & STONES: aOUTDOOR a CRAFTING FOR KIDS (Grades 2-5)

Must have completed 2nd

(All Ages) Come to the farm on Friday afternoons all summer long! Get outdoors and enjoy a different craft or activity each week with us. No registration required.

Grade

Become a “grow-getter” in this awesome day camp for future gardeners! Learn all about planting, soil/composting, bees/ butterflies, fruits/veggies, and harvesting F 6/12-7/31 1-2pm FREE in a fun and interactive way. There will Old MacDonald’s Farm Barn be take-home projects, taste testing, and more. If a week-long camp isn’t for you, sign up for our weekly classes on Monday mornings. Register by 3:00 p.m. on 6/12 for the camp or on 6/26 for the class. #113203-01 M-F 6/15-6/19 9-11:30am $10 Old MacDonald’s Farm - Garden #113203-02 M 6/29-7/27 9-11:30am $10 Old MacDonald’s Farm - Garden

GOAT YOGA PARTIES Need to let go and escape the usual routine with some friends, colleagues or family? A Goat Yoga party may be the perfect option for you! Fun and laughter are the foundation of this unusual yoga class where you can interact with these smart and social animals. Other farm animals may join in on the fun as well!

Parties for ages 13 and up are available June - August: Mondays 4:30-5:30 p.m., Thursdays between 4:30-6:30 p.m., and Saturdays 8:30-9:30 a.m. Fee is $100 for a one-hour class. Please wear appropriate clothing and bring your own mat or rent one for $2 (cash only). Call 319-286-5763 to set up your party or to discuss a different age range. Reservations are required two weeks in advance.

BIRTHDAY PARTIES The first hour of your party will be a guided farm tour with a party host.

In this hour, you will have hands-on contact with the animals and will be able to feed them as well. The second hour will be free time at the pavilion near the duck exhibit. The birthday child will receive a gift. Bring your own cake, snacks and beverages. Two-hour party reservations are available April 22-October 7 and can be scheduled between 10:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Call 319-286-5763 to set up your party.

Reservations are required two weeks in advance. Fee is $110 per 2 hour period and includes pavilion reservation and farm tour. Non-refundable.

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OLD MACDONALD’S FARM BEVER PARK Old MacDonald’s Farm in Bever Park is operated by Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation. Located on the southeast side of Cedar Rapids, it is a free petting farm that is open to the public and features farm animals and North American waterfowl. This city landmark is over 100 years old and is enjoyed by people of all ages.

aMOVIE NIGHT AT THE FARM

(All Ages) Bring the whole family to the farm’s amphitheater for a movie beginning at sunset. Feel free to come early and play with all the cute farm animals. Popcorn and drinks will be available.

Babe F 5/15 8pm Chicken Run F 8/21 8pm FREE Old MacDonald’s Farm

aSTORY TIME WITH THE ANIMALS

aCOUNTY FAIR

(All Ages) Come to the farm and experience a fair setting with hayrack rides, booths, scavenger hunt, pie contest, fair foods and more.

Sa 7/25 10am-1pm FREE* Old MacDonald’s Farm *A $1 donation at the entrance is recommended

aHARVEST FEST

(All Ages) Come enjoy story time with the Cedar Rapids Library at Old MacDonald’s Farm.

Listen to a story read inside one of the farm animal pens and learn more about the surrounding animals.

(All Ages) Fall is a great season on the farm!

Enjoy hayrack rides, apple bobbing, storytelling, scarecrow-making contest, bonfire, obstacle course and much, much more.

Sa FREE

Sa 9/26 10am-1pm FREE* Old MacDonald’s Farm *A $1 donation at the entrance is recommended

6/27 10:30-11:30am Old MacDonald’s Farm Barn

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Open Daily

April 22 - October 7 10:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

A minimum donation of $1 is recommended

OLD MACDONALDS FARM GROUP TOURS One hour group tours of the farm are available by appointment only for all groups, including school groups and daycares. They are $2 per person and available every day of the week between the hours of 9:30 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. Each participant receives cracked corn to feed to the animals and in-depth, hands-on experience with the animals. Call 319-2865763 to schedule your tour.

OTHER PROGRAMS AT THE FARM See pages 27 for more information on these programs: (3-7 yrs.) Animals on the Farm (4-7 yrs.) Be a Bee (6-10 yrs.) Farmer for a Day (8-11 yrs.) Creek Study and You

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NORTHWEST It Happens

HERE!

BUILDING HOURS: Monday - Friday

RECREATION CENTER

8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

1340 11th Street NW 319.286.5731

Saturday: 12:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Sunday: 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Calendar Available at CRYouthSports.com

(See holiday and summer hours exceptions below.)

OPEN REC HOURS

RECREATION CENTER ADMISSION

See schedule below.

Enjoy access to the game room (billiards, foosball, table tennis) and the gym (basketball, volleyball) when available. Please note: Facility policy prohibits youth ages 6 and under from using the facility unless accompanied by an adult or in a program. An adult must accompany youth ages 17 and under after 7:00 p.m.

Admission Pass: Patrons fill out a form that provides emergency information and has a parent’s consent signature for those under age 18. Complete the form at CRREC.org. Replacement cards are $2.

Admission Fee: $1 Youth, $2 Adult, $1 Senior (60+), or Punch Pass (See below.)

Drop-In Programs Drop-in/open gym schedules are online at CRYouthSports.com or at the Northwest Recreation Center.

NW REC PUNCH PASS $20 Enjoy the convenience of a punch pass!

Each pass has 20 punches with a value of $1 each. They are valid for all Open Gyms and Drop-In Programs.

Nonrefundable.

The center will be closed or have holiday hours on the following dates unless an event, program or rental has been arranged.

• April 10 (Good Friday) • April 12 (Easter Sunday) • May 25 (Memorial Day) • July 3 & 4 (Independence Day) • September 7 (Labor Day)

ADULT PICKLEBALL (40+ yrs.)

Put together your own pickleball team on Monday, Wednesday and Friday!

This fun paddle sport is for all skill levels and is easy to learn. Please call ahead, 319-286-5731.

M, W, F 3/2-8/31* 8am-12:45pm W 3/4-8/26 7-9pm $1/day or punch pass NW Rec *Closed 4/10, 5/25, 7/3

aSENIOR PROGRAM

(50+ yrs.)

Drop by Northwest Recreation, 9:30 a.m.

- 2:00 p.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday year-round for coffee and cards.

Bring a lunch.

Monday - Cards Wednesday - Pinochle Friday - Pinochle M, W, F Year-round FREE NW Rec

(50+ yrs.)

Drop by and walk indoors in Northwest Recreation Center’s gym.

Tu/Th 3/3-8/27 8-9am $1/morning or punch pass NW Rec

DROP-IN OPEN GYM/ GAME ROOM The gym and game area (billiards, foosball, table tennis) at Northwest Recreation are open for drop-ins during unscheduled gym times.

Go to CRYouthSports.com for the monthly schedule.

Adults (18+): $2/day or punch pass

M-F 1-9pm (Summer 1-7pm)

Sa 12-6pm (Summer 12-4pm)

Su 12-4pm Seniors (60+): $1/day or pass

M-F 8am-9pm (Summer 8am-7pm)

Sa 12-6pm (Summer 12-4pm)

Su 12-4pm Youth (6-17): $1/day or pass

M-F 3-7pm* (Summer 1-7pm)

Sa 12-6pm (Summer 12-4pm)

Su 12-4pm *Youth ages 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult after 7pm

SUMMER HOURS (June 8 -- August 22) Monday - Friday 1:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, Sunday 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.

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9:30am-2pm

aWALKING CLUB

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OPEN FOR TOURS JUNE - AUGUST

USHERS FERRY

Monday - Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

HISTORIC VILLAGE 5925 Seminole Valley Trail NE

USHERS FERRY TOURS (All Ages) Come tour Ushers Ferry! The buildings are open Monday through Friday, June through August with self-guided audio tours and brochures. Please call 319286-5763 in advance if your group is larger than 12.

M-F 6/1-8/31* 9am-3pm $3.50 Adult, $2 Youth, under 5 years free Ushers Ferry *Closed July 4

SUMMER SOLSTICE CELEBRATION (All Ages) Celebrate the Summer Solstice with activities and fun for the whole family at Ushers Ferry. Donations accepted.

Su FREE

6/21 Ushers Ferry

7:30-9pm

Admission: $3.50 Adult, $2 Youth

319.286.5763

Under 5 Years Free Closed July 3rd & 4th

FREEDOM FESTIVAL VILLAGE TOUR (All Ages) Tour Ushers Ferry and meet people from the past. Experience an evening in a small Iowa village at the turn of the century. Donations accepted.

W FREE

7/1 5:30-8:30pm Ushers Ferry

See pages 27, 30 and 31 for more programs and summer camps at Ushers Ferry.

Located in the beautiful Seminole Valley, Ushers Ferry is the perfect setting for your special day. The Ushers Ferry Lodge may be reserved for receptions, weddings, parties, business events and reunions.

HAVE YOUR EVENT AT USHERS FERRY! Call 319-286-5763. Information packets are online: UFHV.com REGISTRATION INFORMATION: PAGE 71

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Noelridge Greenhouse EASTER SHOWCASE a (All Ages)

EVENTS

See blooming spring bulbs, displays and exhibits. Free plants for the first 500 children under age 12. Houseplants, honey, handcrafted jewelry and cards will be available for sale.

Sa, Su FREE

4/11, 4/12 11am-5pm Noelridge Greenhouse

MOTHER’S DAY SHOWCASE a (All Ages) Enjoy hundreds of blooming plants, hanging baskets and educational displays. Honey, handcrafted jewelry and cards will be available for sale.

Su FREE

a Noelridge Market The open-air Noelridge Farmers’ Market is located at the Noelridge Greenhouse parking area, corner of Collins Road and Council Street NE. It is held three times per week from May 1 through October 11.

5/10 10am-5pm Noelridge Greenhouse

Monday, Wednesday, Friday: 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Trout Derby

(Except for May 27 & September 2)

Come try your skills (luck) at the 6th annual Trout Derby at Prairie Park Fishery. Fishermen of all ages are welcome. 1500 rainbow trout and 500 brook trout will be released. Anyone who catches a brook trout may turn it in for a prize during the event. A valid fishing license and trout stamp are required.

Sa FREE

W.I.C. The Noelridge Farmers’ Market is certified by the Iowa State Agriculture Department to accept IFMNP checks from the WIC Program. The WIC Program’s function is to supply supplemental foods rich in nutrients to women, infants and children in need. These checks are used in city farmers’ markets to purchase fruits and vegetables.

SENIOR PROGRAM To enroll in the Senior Program for the farmers’ markets, call the Heritage Agency on Aging at 319- 398-5559 for more details.

4/18 10am-12pm Prairie Park Fishery

FREE CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES on the lawn in Greene Square across from the Cedar Rapids Public Library

Thursdays, June 18 - July 23

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Come to Greene Square and enjoy these free activities. No registration is required.

GREENE SQUARE

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TENTATIVE SCHEDULE

JUNE 18 INFLATABLE PARTY WITH CRPL

JULY 9 DANCE PARTY/BUBBLES

JUNE 25 MEET THE FARM ANIMALS

JULY 16 QUIDDITCH WITH USHERS FERRY

JULY 2 HERO DAY

JULY 23 WATER ACTIVITY DAY

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K9SPLASH!

*NEW* Z-2K KIDS’ ZOMBIE RUN (16 & under) Can you outrun a zombie? Find out in this challenging 1.2 mile course with obstacles designed to test your patience and athleticism, with the added fear that a zombie could attack at any time! Run through a muddy field, crawl through a tunnel, and creep over the grass - dress accordingly.

T-shirt provided with entry. #114107-01 Sa 7/25 9-11am $32 (R $25) Seminole Valley Park Pavilion

SATURDAY, AUGUST 8

EVENTS

Bever Pool goes to the dogs! It’s a great enclosed area for pups to run free and have fun swimming. Co-sponsored with K9COLA. Open to dogs four months and older. (Sorry, no kids under 48 inches tall.)

SUNDAY, AUGUST 9 All Dogs: 10:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Small Dogs: 9:30 - 10:30 a.m.

See k9cola.org Current certification of Rabies and Parvo/Distemper vaccinations from your vet is required and must be presented for entrance. Rabies tags or off-leash permits do not qualify.

The advance registration fee is $10 per dog per day. The fee is $15 per dog per day at the gate. For fees, forms and more information, go to k9cola.org or call Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation at 319-286-5566 or K9Cola at 319-535-2670.

8th Annual

SATURDAY, AUGUST 1

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11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

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MCGRATH AMPHITHEATRE

Sponsored by Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation and Macaroni Kid Cedar Rapids Get a variety of school supplies and a snack for just $5 per ticket. Enjoy games, facepainting, bounce houses, food and more. Register by 4:00 p.m.on July 31. #103602-01

$5/child (ages 18 & under) includes school supplies and snack

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SPECIAL POPULATIONS The activities below are for those with disabilities. Friends, family members and the general public are also welcome. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to register for any program that Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation offers.

Activities BOWLING BANQUET (All Ages) Celebrate the end of the season with a dinner of pizza, veggies and baked chips followed by awards and dancing.

Register by 5/1. #108402-01 $15 - Dinner/Dance (by 5/1)

$20 - Dinner/Dance (After)

Pay $2 at the door-Dance Only Tu 5/5 6-9pm Ushers Ferry Lodge

PARTY AT USHERS FERRY (All Ages) Boogie to “Night Moves.” This live band will play your favorite songs from Country to Rock.

F $5/person

7/17 7-9pm Ushers Ferry

ROCK-N-BOWL (All Ages) Bowl and dance to the tunes of B.A.M. Productions at the fifth annual Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival Rock-N-Bowl.

There’s a free open photo booth and food for sale at the bowling alley.

W 6/24 11am-2pm FREE with Freedom Festival Button TBA

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Trips

SPECIAL OLYMPICS DANCE (All Ages) Celebrate your hard work preparing for Special Olympics competitions with a dance at the recreation center. Tonight we party; tomorrow we prepare for Track and Field competitions.

F 4/24 7-9pm $5/person Ushers Ferry Lodge

OLYMPICS aSPECIAL NIGHT AT THE BALLPARK (All Ages) Special Olympians enjoy a free picnicstyle dinner sponsored by Iowa Special Olympics and Cargill. Family members and staff must purchase their own tickets at the gate.

Sa FREE

8/22 6:30pm Veterans Memorial Stadium 601 2nd Ave. SE #3

ADVENTURELAND (10+ yrs.)

Spend the day going on rides, playing games and having fun. Bring a swimsuit and towel for the Typhoon Lagoon and money for your meals. #108701-01 M 6/29 7:30am-9pm $62 (R $54) Depart/Return: NW Rec

*NEW* DISCOVER MT TRASHMORE (All Ages) Enjoy the great view and visit the educational center at this new recreation area in Cedar Rapids. Walk up on your own or, if you need assistance, be driven to the top. There will be lots of giveaways for participants.

F FREE

7/17 10am-12pm 2250 8th Street SW

ADA MODIFICATIONS Reasonable modifications are made for those who meet the essential eligibility requirements for participation in recreational programs. If you need modifications, send a written request stating what you require at least two weeks prior to the program to: Angie Cole, Recreation Superintendent, City Services Center, 500 15th Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 Email: a.cole@cedar-rapids.org Questions: Contact Robert Wagner, 319-286-5799 WWW.CRREC.ORG

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(16+ yrs.)

Visit this rivertown and tour the Putnam Museum and Vanderveer Botanical Gardens. Do a little shopping and have lunch in East Village. Fee includes museum admission. Lunch is on your own. #108105-01 M 8/3 8am-5pm $62 (R $54) Depart/Return: NW Rec

IOWA STATE FAIR (16+ yrs.)

Experience an Iowa tradition. See the butter cow and big bull; ride the rides, and eat until you bust! Hit all the highlights of the fair on this trip. Meals are on your own. #108703-01 Th 8/13 7am-9pm $62 (R $54) Depart/Return: NW Rec

Sports BOWLING (15+ yrs.)

Sign up for this program as a team or let us assign you to a team. Special Olympics bowling tournaments in October and November are included in the fee.

SPECIAL OLYMPICS SOFTBALL

SPECIAL OLYMPICS FLAG FOOTBALL (8+ yrs.)

W FREE

8/15 5:30-6:30pm Cleveland Park

POWER WHEELCHAIR SOCCER

(18+ yrs.)

This league for individuals of all ability levels practices weekly and ends with a state tournament in Ankeny.

W FREE

(5+ yrs.)

This sport was the first competitive sport adapted specifically for power wheelchairs. Two teams, each with four players, take turns attacking, defending and spin-kicking a 13-inch ball. Footguards are provided.

5/27-7/29 6-7:30pm Cleveland Park

UNIFIED SOFTBALL LEAGUE (15+ yrs.)

Team up with a friend (special partner) in this unified league. Agencies may form teams. #108509-01 Tu 6/2-7/21* 6-9pm $130/team Ellis Park *No games 6/9

#308510-01 M 3/23-5/11 6-7pm #108510-01 M 6/29-8/10 6-7pm $41 (R $34) NW Rec

SPECIAL POPULATIONS

*NEW* EXPLORE DAVENPORT

SPECIAL OLYMPICS VOLLEYBALL

GRAND SLAMMERS (6-18 yrs.)

If you have a disablility, whether or not special equipment or help is needed, this program is for you! You will be placed on a team for weekly competition ending with an adults vs. kids game.

(8+ yrs.)

All ability levels welcome! Learn to serve, set, bump and spike. The season ends October 3 with a state competition in Ames.

W FREE

8/15-9/30 7:15-8:30pm Jefferson High School

#108507-01 Th 6/4-7/16 6-7pm $49 (R $42) includes shirt Cleveland Park

Sa 8/15 11:30am-2:30pm $8/Saturday CR Bowling Center

aTHRIVENT NIGHT AT THE BALLPARK

(All Ages) Show your support for the Kernels and for Special Olympics.

Thrivent Financial has bought out the park for the day for a celebration of Special Olympics.

Tu 6/9 Game starts at 6:35pm Veterans Memorial Stadium

$8/person

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SPORTS Adult Softball ADULT SUMMER LEAGUES Registrations will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on 4/6. Information about this 10-week season from May until early August is available at: CRYouthSports.com For more information, contact Mike K. O’Neill at 319-286-5743.

Tait Cummins Sports Complex: Tu 4/28-7/28 Coed 11”/12” W 4/29-7/29 Men’s 12” Th 4/30-7/30 Men’s 12” Su 5/10-8/2 Men’s 12” Cleveland Park: Tu 5/19-8/4 Church Coed Ellis Park: Su 5/10-8/2 Coed 11”/12” M 5/4-7/27* Men’s 14” W 5/6-8/5 Men’s Fast Th 5/7-8/6 Men’s 16” Noelridge Park: M 5/11-7/27* *No league 5/25

Church 14”

ADULT FALL LEAGUES Adult Fall Softball Men’s 12” and Coed 11”/12” leagues are scheduled from 8/25 - 10/17 at Tait Cummins Sports Complex. The fee is $119 (each team pays the umpire an additional $13 per game). For more information, contact Mike K. O’Neill at 319-286-5743.

RAIN OUTS

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USSSA YOUTH FALL LEAGUE (8-14 yrs.) Based on 2021 age This sanctioned USSSA league with a seven-game schedule is open to all skill levels. Games are played on Saturday or Sunday depending on the age of the player. Register as a free agent or request to be placed on a specific team.

Divisions of play: 8U - 14U. Call Mike K. O’Neill, 319-286-5743, for more information. Register by 8/10. #111105-01 8U #111105-02 9U #111105-03 10U #111105-04 11U #111105-05 12U Sa 8/29-10/24* $79/player Various City Diamonds *No games 9/5 *May play more than one game per week #111105-06 13U #111105-07 14U Su 8/30-10/25* $79/player Various City Diamonds *No games 9/6 *May play more than one game per week

PRACTICE DIAMONDS Call 319-286-5566 to reserve diamonds for practice or reserve them in person at Northwest Recreation Center (Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.) or City Services Center (Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.)

Diamonds may be reserved for 1½ hour time segments at $29 per time segment. Exclusive use of the reserved area is insured with the fee. Bases and lining are not provided.

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Youth Blastball/T-ball T-BALL TRAINING DAYS (4-6 yrs.) Must be age 4 by start date.

Spring training is here! Work on all aspects of T-ball in these one-day instructional camps that will improve your hitting, throwing, fielding and running skills. Register for one day or for all three. Registration ends one week before each camp. #311103-01 F #311103-02 F #311103-03 F $9 (R $8)

4/10 5:30-6:15pm 5/1 5:30-6:15pm 5/15 5:30-6:15pm Noelridge

BLASTBALL (3-4 yrs. with Adult) Must be age 3 and not turn age 5 by 7/20.

Learn baseball basics in this program for beginners. Partner with your child to practice skills and play. No gloves needed. A foam bat/ball will be used.

Register by 6/4.

Day: 3-4 years #111901-01 M 6/15-7/20 10-10:45am $45 (R $38) includes cap/shirt Noelridge Evening: 3-4 years #111901-03 F 6/19-7/31* 6:30-7:15pm $45 (R $38) includes cap/shirt Noelridge *No program 7/3 Evening: 3-4 years #111901-06 Tu 6/16-7/21 5:30-6:15pm $45 (R $38) includes cap/shirt NW Rec Evening: 3-4 years (Check in at pavilion) #111901-04 Th 6/18-7/30* 5:30-6:15pm #111901-05 Th 6/18-7/30* 6:30-7:15pm $45 (R $38) includes cap/shirt Cleveland Park *No program 7/2

PHONE: 319-286-5566

BECOME A YOUTH SPORTS SPONSOR!

Whether you are interested in an exclusive sponsorship opportunity as an expression of your company’s values or would like to sponsor your child’s team in order to raise the profile of your company – we have just the package for you. No matter which sponsorship package you choose, we promise you will receive the attention, recognition, and publicity that you deserve for your sponsorship.

For more information: contact Grant Weber Athletics Coordinator 319-286-5698 or g.weber@cedar-rapids.org

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR YOUTH SPORTS! Volunteer coaches are needed for each youth sport. The Department will provide field supervisors to assist the volunteers coaching the teams. A handbook and training are provided. Volunteers may request to coach with ONE other volunteer. If you are interested, fill out the volunteer application online: CRYouthSports.com

For more information: contact Grant Weber g.weber@cedar-rapids.org

(4-6 yrs.) Must be age 4 by start date.

Learn baseball basics and teamwork, make friends and have fun! Each team gets four practices and six games.

Practices and games are one hour in length. A schedule will be sent prior to the start of the season. Bring your own baseball glove and helmet. Gloves are required. Helmets are recommended.

Volunteer coaches are needed.

Register by 6/4.

Day: 4-6 years

#111701-01 M/W 6/15-7/20* 9-11am $58 (R $50) includes cap/shirt Noelridge *No program 7/1 Evening: 4-6 years #111701-03 M/W 6/15-7/20* 5:30-7:30pm $58 (R $50) includes cap/shirt Van Vechten *No program 7/1 Evening: 4-6 years #111701-05 Tu/Th 6/16-7/21*5:30-7:30pm $58 (R $50) includes cap/shirt Noelridge *No program 7/2

*NEW* CR COACH-PITCH BASEBALL/SOFTBALL LEAGUE (7-8 yrs.)

Play on a team and learn valuable baseball/softball skills like hitting, fielding, and throwing in this recreational league.

Each week will have one practice and one game. Games will start at either 5:30 or 6:40 and will last one hour.

Schedules will be sent prior to the start date. League may be co-ed to meet a minimum number of teams. Volunteer coaches are needed! Register by 6/4.

SPORTS

Spotlight your business or organization while supporting our youth.

Your sponsorship enables our department to further its mission of championing and enriching the lives of our youth through active and healthy lifestyles.

*NEW* TINY TEES TEE BALL LEAGUE

*NEW* CR INSTRUCTIONAL BASEBALL/SOFTBALL (9-12 yrs.)

All skill levels are welcome in this instructional program. Develop your hitting, pitching, and fielding skills with a focus on proper mechanics and techniques as well as in-game situations. The program will be run as a camp/clinic with scrimmages. No official games will be played. Bring your own glove. Bringing your own bat and helmet is recommended, but not required. Register by 6/4.

9-10 years #111402-01 W/F 6/17-7/24* 5:30-7pm $72 (R $64) includes cap/shirt Noelridge *No program 7/1, 7/3 11-12 years #111402-02 W/F 6/17-7/24* 5:30-7pm $72 (R $64) includes cap/shirt Noelridge *No program 7/1, 7/3

Boys 7-8 years #111401-01 Tu/Th 6/16-7/23* 5:30-7:40pm $61 (R $53) includes cap/shirt Noelridge *No program 7/2 Girls 7-8 years #111401-04 Tu/Th 6/16-7/23* 5:30-7:40pm $61 (R $53) includes cap/shirt Noelridge *No program 7/2

ACTIVE CHOICE Choose A High Activity Program

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T-BALL (3-4 yrs.) Must be age 3 by start date.

Learn how to run the bases, hit the ball, field and throw. #311108-03 F 4/3-5/8* 11:30am-12pm $63 (R $55) includes shirt NW Rec *No class 4/10

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SPORTS

BENEFITS OF YOUTH SPORTS

Football

KIDS WHO PLAY YOUTH SPORTS ARE MORE LIKELY TO...

ADULT FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE

PERFORM WELL IN SCHOOL HAVE HIGHER GRADES ON NATIONAL TESTS

BECOME AND REMAIN EMPLOYED HAVE A HIGHER LEVEL OF PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENT

GRADUATE FROM HIGH SCHOOL GO TO COLLEGE

Basketball BASKETBALL CAMP (4-9 yrs.) Must be age 4 by start date.

Practice your skills in this week-long camp. Improve your dribbling, passing and shooting. There will be new skills, drills and contests everyday!

Register by 7/27.

4-5 years #111305-01 Tu-F 8/4-8/7 5:30-6:30pm $44 (R $37) includes shirt NW Rec 6-9 years #111306-01 Tu-F 8/4-8/7 6:30-7:30pm $44 (R $37) includes shirt NW Rec

HOOP IT UP BASKETBALL (4-6 yrs.) Must be age 4 by 6/17 This program is a great intro to basketball or to continue developing skills. It includes drills and mini-games, with a focus on sportsmanship, dribbling, passing and shooting. Adult family members are welcome to participate, too! Register by 6/4.

CONTRIBUTE TO SOCIETY BY PARTICIPATING IN SOCIAL AND CHARITABLE PROGRAMS SOURCE: KIDS PLAY USA FOUNDATION kidsplayfoundation.org

*NEW* RECREATIONAL 3-V-3 YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE (7-10 yrs.)

This volunteer-coached, recreational league is great for beginner to intermediate skill levels. Teams play a six-game season with the first two weeks reserved for practice. Sign up as an individual for a specific team or ask to be placed on a random team. Games are 45 minutes long. A game schedule will be available prior to the first practice. Register by 6/4. For league information, contact

#302105-01 Su 4/5-5/17* 12-4pm $175/team Cleveland Park *No program 4/12

YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL (6-10 yrs.)

Learn football fundamentals in this fun, recreational, low-contact league with shirts, footballs, and flag belts provided.

One-hour practices/games. The first Saturday will be a practice. Meet at the pavilion. Register by 3/27.

6-7 years #311401-01 Tu/Sa 4/7-5/9

Tu: 5:30-6:30pm, Sa: 9-10am $60 (R $52) includes shirt Cleveland Park 8-10 years #311402-01 Tu/Sa 4/7-5/9 Tu: 6:40-7:40pm, Sa: 10:15-11:15am $60 (R $52) includes shirt Cleveland Park

FOOTBALL BUDDIES (4-5 yrs.) Must be age 4 by start date.

Learn the basics of throwing, catching, hand-offs, stances, offense, defense, and scrimmage in a fun, non-competitive atmosphere. Register by 3/27. #311404-01 Sa 4/11-5/9 10-10:45am $44 (R $37) Cleveland Park

Grant at g.weber@cedar-rapids.org.

8U Co-Ed: 7-8 years #111302-01 Tu 6/16-7/28 5:30-7pm $63 (R $55) jersey included NW Rec 10U Boys: 9-10 years #111303-01 Tu 6/16-7/28 7-8:30pm $63 (R $55) jersey included NW Rec

WEATHER

10U Girls: 9-10 years #111303-02 Tu 6/16-7/28 7-8:30pm $63 (R $55) jersey included NW Rec

CANCELLATION

HOTLINE 319-286-5700

#111301-01 W 6/17-7/29* 5:30-6:15pm $49 (R $42) includes shirt NW Rec *No program 7/1

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(18+ yrs.)

Put your team together for 5-on-5 flag football with a five-game season plus a post-season tournament.

Register by 3/29.

WWW.CRREC.ORG

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PHONE: 319-286-5566

ACTIVE CHOICE Choose A High Activity Program

Soccer *NEW* YOUTH SPRING SOCCER

Other Sports ADULT KICKBALL TOURNAMENT (18+ yrs.)

This fun-packed tournament is for the “older folks.” Form teams with your family members, friends, co-workers or church members. Registrations are accepted until filled. #102801-01 Sa 6/20 9am-5pm $119/team Noelridge

INTRO TO SPORTS (3-4 yrs. with Adult)

Must be age 3 by

start date.

Try soccer, baseball, football and more!

Learn new skills and practice basic movements for a variety of sports.

Register by 6/4. #111904-01 Th 6/18-7/23* 9:30-10am #111904-02 Th 6/18-7/23* 10:30-11am $39 (R $32) includes shirt NW Rec *No program 7/2

*NEW* AGILITY GAMES (4-6 yrs.)

Improve your motor skills and athleticism through indoor and outdoor games and activities. Obstacle courses, tag, elements of sports, and more will be covered each week. Register by 3/29. #311903-01 W 4/8-5/13 6-6:45pm $45 (R $38) includes shirt Cleveland Park

*NEW* LEARNING LACROSSE (4-7 yrs.)

Lacrosse is a fast-growing sport across the Midwest. Learn the basics in this soft-stick, introductory program. We’ll provide sticks and balls. NO contact is allowed in this fun clinic.

Register by 4/16.

4-5 years #311407-01 Su 4/19-5/17* 1-1:30pm $15 Noelridge** 6-7 years #311407-02 Su 4/19-5/17* 1:45-2:30pm $15 Noelridge** *No program 5/10 **Horseshoe Pits off Golf Street

ULTIMATE FRISBEE CAMP (7-18 yrs.)

Ultimate Frisbee is a no-contact team sport played with a flying disc that combines elements of soccer, football and basketball. Learn all the skills to master this fast-growing sport from Cedar Rapids Ultimate’s experienced coaches. Register by 6/4.

7-10 years #111906-01 M-Th 6/15-6/25 5-7pm $24 (R $20) includes shirt/disc Franklin MS Track 11-14 years #111906-02 M-Th 6/15-6/25 5-7pm $24 (R $20) includes shirt/disc Franklin MS Track 15-18 years #111906-03 M-Th 6/15-6/25 5-7pm $24 (R $20) includes shirt/disc Franklin MS Track

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SPORTS

(6-10 yrs.)

All skill levels are welcome in this fun program held at both Cherry Hill and Noelridge Parks. (Indicate your preferred location when registering.

There may be a few Saturdays of cross-play when teams from one park play the other.) The first two Saturdays will be practices. The next five will be games. Practices/games are one hour and will start at 9:00 or 10:00 a.m. You will receive a schedule prior to the program’s start. Register by 3/22.

6-7 years #311502-02 Sa 4/4-5/16 9-11am $58 (R $50) includes shirt Noelridge/Cherry Hill 8-10 years #311503-01 Sa 4/4-5/16 9-11am $58 (R $50) includes shirt Noelridge/Cherry Hilll

LITTLE KICKERS SPRING LEAGUE (4-5 yrs.) Must be age 4 by start date.

Learn the basics of soccer and play fun games in this instructional program.

A schedule of games and times will be handed out the first day.

Register by 3/29. #311501-01 M 4/13-5/11 5:30-6:15pm $49 (R $42) includes shirt Van Vechten #311501-02 Th 4/16-5/14 5:30-6:15pm $49 (R $42) includes shirt Noelridge* *Horseshoe Pits off Golf Street #311501-03 Sa 4/18-5/16 9-9:45am $49 (R $42) includes shirt Cherry Hill

LITTLE KICKERS SUMMER LEAGUE (4-5 yrs.) Must be age 4 by start date.

Practice the first two weeks, then play games for the last four. Practices and games are 45 minutes in length.

Shinguards are required. Cleats are recommended. A schedule will be sent before the league begins. Volunteer coaches needed. Register by 6/4. #111704-01 W 6/17-7/29* 5:45-7:15pm $55 (R $48) includes shirt *No program 7/1 Noelridge, Horseshoe Pits off Golf Street

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Track LIVE HEALTHY IOWA KIDS TRACK CHAMPIONSHIP

SPORTS

(7-14 yrs.)

Join the Cedar Rapids, Marion and Hiawatha Parks & Recreation for this FREE competition. Qualifiers may advance to the state competition in Marshalltown. For more information, go to CRYouthSports.com.

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5/6 Kingston Stadium

YOUTH TRACK CLUB (7-12 yrs.)

Learn the proper techniques and train*NEW* REC UNITED SUMMER SOCCER (5-10 yrs.) Age as of 6/17/20 Continue playing soccer between seasons in this first-of-its-kind program for the metro area! Area Parks & Recreation departments have teamed up to bring you this new recreational league. Kids will meet once a week for seven weeks to continue building their soccer skills. Age appropriate skills and fundamentals will enhance the players’ abilities and understanding of the game. Shinguards and cleats are recommended. Volunteer coaches are needed. Register by 5/29.

Boys 5-6 years #111705-01 W 6/17-7/29 6-8pm $40 includes shirt Tuma Soccer Complex Girls 5-6 years #111705-02 W 6/17-7/29 6-8pm $40 includes shirt Tuma Soccer Complex

ing methods for track and field events.

Register by 3/29. #311905-01 W/F 4/8-5/13 5:30-6:30pm $58 (R $50) includes shirt Wilson Track

Volleyball

Boys 7-8 years #111705-03 W 6/17-7/29 6-8pm $47 (R $40) includes shirt Tuma Complex Girls 7-8 years #111705-04 W 6/17-7/29 6-8pm $40 includes shirt Tuma Soccer Complex Boys 9-10 years #111705-05 W 6/17-7/29 6-8pm $40 includes shirt Tuma Soccer Complex Girls 9-10 years #111705-06 W 6/17-7/29 6-8pm $40 includes shirt Tuma Soccer Complex

CO-ED MUD VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT (18+ yrs.)

Get down and dirty in this 6-on-6 tournament with pool play. Only the top team from each pool will move into single elimination play. Register by 7/9. #102802-01 Sa 7/18 8am $103/team Seminole Valley Park

*NEW* CR YOUTH VOLLEYBALL

SOCCER CAMP (4-10 yrs.) Must be age 4 by start date.

Practice your skills with games relating to soccer. Dribble through obstacles and mazes, pass past the monkey and try to score against the goal monster!

Register by 7/31.

4-5 years #111703-01 M-F 8/10-8/14 5:30-6:15pm $47 (R $40) includes shirt Noelridge 6-7 years #111703-02 M-F 8/10-8/14 6:30-7:30pm $47 (R $40) includes shirt Noelridge 8-10 years #111703-03 M-F 8/10-8/14 6:30-7:30pm $47 (R $40) includes shirt Noelridge

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(8-12 yrs.)

All skill levels are welcome in this instructional program. Learn to bump, set, and spike with proper technique in a fun atmosphere. Start with drills and game-building skills, then progress to scrimmages/games as skills improve.

Register by 6/4.

8-10 years #111801-01 Th 6/18-7/30* 5:30-6:30pm $52 (R $45) includes shirt NW Rec *No program 7/2 11-12 years #111801-02 Th 6/18-7/30* 6:40-7:40pm $52 (R $45) includes shirt NW Rec *No program 7/2

PHONE: 319-286-5566

SUMMER TENNIS LESSONS Learn the sport of tennis using the USTA QuickStart format which emphasizes specific skills and games for each age level. Missed classes can be made up during any of the other offered times for your class.

Session A: 6/8 - 7/2

Session B: 7/6 - 7/30

Little Aces Tennis Lessons (4-6 yrs.)

A

B

Days

Time

A Fees

B Fees

#109101-01

#109101-09

M/W

9-9:50am

$65 (R $57)

$65 (R $57)

#109101-03

#109101-11

M/W

10-10:50am

$65 (R $57)

$65 (R $57)

#109101-06

#109101-14

Tu/Th

9-9:50am

$65 (R $57)

$65 (R $57)

#109101-07

#109101-15

Tu/Th

10-10:50am

$65 (R $57)

$65 (R $57)

#109101-17

#109101-18

Tu/Th

5-5:50pm

$65 (R $57)

$65 (R $57)

Hot Shots Tennis Lessons (7-11 yrs.)

Tennis YOUTH LESSONS These lessons use the USTA QuickStart format. Classes are coordinated by Westfield Tennis Club professionals.

To register, call 319-286-5566.

Questions? Call 319-396-7060.

LITTLE ACES TENNIS LESSONS

Location: Veterans Memorial Tennis Center

SPORTS

To register, call 319-286-5731. Questions? Call 319-396-7060.

Location: Veterans Memorial Tennis Center

A

B

Days

Time

A Fees

B Fees

#109102-01

#109102-12

M/W

9-9:50am

$65 (R $57)

$65 (R $57)

#109102-03

#109102-14

M/W

10-10:50am

$65 (R $57)

$65 (R $57)

#109102-07

#109102-18

Tu/Th

9-9:50am

$65 (R $57)

$65 (R $57)

#109102-08

#109102-19

Tu/Th

10-10:50am

$65 (R $57)

$65 (R $57)

#109102-10

#109102-21

Tu/Th

5-5:50pm

$65 (R $57)

$65 (R $57)

#109102-11

#109102-22

Tu/Th

6-6:50pm

$65 (R $57)

$65 (R $57)

Future Stars Tennis Lessons (12-16 yrs.) Location: Veterans Memorial Tennis Center A

B

Days

Time

A Fees

B Fees

#109103-01

#109103-06

M/W

11-11:50am

$65 (R $57)

$65 (R $57)

#109103-04

#109103-09

Tu/Th

11-11:50am

$65 (R $57)

$65 (R $57)

#109103-05

#109103-10

Tu/Th

6-6:50pm

$65 (R $57)

$65 (R $57)

(4-6 yrs.)

#309101-11 Su 3/29-4/26* 4-4:45pm #309101-12 Su 5/3-5/24 4-4:45pm $56 (R $49) *No class 4/12 Westfield Tennis Club, 3511 18th Ave. SW

HOT SHOTS TENNIS LESSONS (7-11 yrs.)

#309102-11 Su 3/29-4/26* 2-2:55pm #309102-12 Su 5/3-5/24 2-2:55pm $56 (R $49) *No class 4/12 Westfield Tennis Club, 3511 18th Ave. SW

FUTURE STARS TENNIS LESSONS (12-16 yrs.)

#309103-06 Su 3/29-4/26* 3-3:55pm #309103-07 Su 5/3-5/24 3-3:55pm $56 (R $49) *No class 4/12 Westfield Tennis Club, 3511 18th Ave. SW

WEATHER CANCELLATION

HOTLINE 319-286-5700 REGISTRATION INFORMATION: PAGE 71

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2020 Season Golf Passes PLATINUM PASS Unlimited, Unrestricted 7-Day Play Adult (36-61 yrs.).........................$1180* Senior (62+ yrs.)............................$975* (Available to golfers who will be 62 years of age anytime in 2020)

Young Professional (18-35 yrs.)...............$880* Driving Range................................$335* *Prices include tax. Pass does not include golf car usage.

SEASON PASS Unlimited, “5-Day+” Restricted Play** Adult (36-61 yrs.)...........................$940* Senior (62+ yrs.)............................$770* (Available to golfers who will be 62 years of

“Early Bird” Specials

Women’s Golf League

Play a different course each day before 10:00 a.m. for only $30 at Ellis and Gardner, $29 at Jones and $28 at Twin Pines!

(18 holes + cart per player) Valid: Monday & Friday at Twin Pines, Tuesday & Friday at Ellis, Wednesday & Friday at Gardner, and Monday-Friday at Jones.

Gift Cards The four courses feature a wide variety of merchandise, companies and products.

Give your favorite golfer a 2020 season pass or gift card. Purchase them at one of the clubhouses or online: PlayCedarRapidsGolf.com

(CRWGA - Cedar Rapids Women’s Golf Association) Join a Women’s Golf League! $25 dues + weekly greens fee or season pass.

Choose from: • Wednesday morning at Ellis • Thursday morning at Twin Pines • Thursday morning or evening at Gardner For more information, go to: PlayCedarRapidsGolf.com

2020 City Amateur Tournaments Women’s.................................July 10, 11 Senior and Men’s......... July 31, Aug 1, 2 Women’s Best BBQ Best Shot...........................August 11, 12

age anytime in 2020)

Young Professional (18-35 yrs.)...............$650*

See more tournaments online:

Junior (Under 18 yrs.)...................$240*

PlayCedarRapidsGolf.com

Family...........................................$1815* (For up to four members, any combination of adults and juniors in a household)

Family - Additional Child (Under 18 yrs.).....................$214* *Prices include tax. **5-Day Restricted Play pass holders are required to pay full greens fee rates on Saturday, Sunday and holiday mornings.

Pass does not include golf car usage.

Daily greens fee prices on website.

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Family Golf Adult $19 (2 max.)

Child $6 (6-17 yrs.)

Play Jones & Gardner Golf Courses after 12:00 p.m. on weekends and Twin Pines Golf Course all day Saturday and Sunday.

WWW.CRREC.ORG | PHONE: 319-286-5588

Golf Lessons Register for lessons online after April 1 at PlayCedarRapidsGolf.com GROUP GOLF LESSONS We are the leader in Eastern Iowa in offering the national golf lesson initiative, “Get Golf Ready.” Class sizes meet an 8:1 student-teacher ratio. More than five hours of beginner lessons PLUS a special gift for $129. Specialty classes improve your game for $159 per golfer.

For dates/locations, go to our website.

GET GOLF READY - BEGINNER (18-100 yrs.)

Are you returning to the game or just getting started and want to play on a course? Work on full swing development and short game development (pitching, bunker play, course management).

JUNIOR GOLF Learn basic swing techniques and etiquette. Improve your motor skills and meet new friends. You will have a onehour lesson on Tuesday at Ellis and play golf on Wednesday at Twin Pines.

Session 1 Tu/W 6/9-7/8* 8:30-9:40am Session 2 Tu/W 6/9-7/8* 10-11:10am Session 3 Tu/W 6/9-7/8* 11:30am-12:40pm $65 includes driving range punch card *Rain dates 7/7, 7/8

PGA JUNIOR GOLF LEAGUE (8-13 yrs.)

This team golf event for kids is to golf what Little League is to baseball!

Participants take lessons, practice and play in June, July and August with the potential for post-season play. Teams (maximum of 12 players) are available at Gardner Golf Courses.

To register,contact Steve Charters at 319-286-5586. $199 includes team shirt, instruction, team competition and gifts

$129 includes a special gift for individual practice time

WOMEN’S GROUP LESSONS

Clubs...Clubs...Clubs Visit Ellis, Jones, Twin Pines and Gardner Golf Courses for your 2020 club needs. Club fitting specialists will fit your game with the best clubs from Ping, Titleist, Callaway, Mizuno, Cobra, Wilson and Cleveland. Special orders are welcome!

WE ALSO TAKE TRADE-INS! Go to any clubhouse and the professional will give you a quote for your trade-in clubs with your new club purchase. Call your local golf professional to learn more.

Grand Demo Days Saturday, May 16 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at Ellis Golf Course Don’t miss this chance to hit the latest clubs from Ping, Callaway, Mizuno, Titleist, Wilson, Cleveland, and Cobra.

Call 319-286-5589 for your appointment.

See website for more Demo Day dates.

(18+ yrs.)

These lessons are open to women interested in improving their game or learning the game for pure enjoyment.

Get more than five hours of instruction. $129 includes instruction and a special gift

GOLF OPERATIONS ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE City Services Center 500 15th Avenue SW Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 www.PlayCedarRapidsGolf.com

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CEDAR RAPIDS AQUATIC CENTERS & POOLS

Summer Days at the Pools - 2020 How does Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation make swimming even more fun in the summer? By offering special events at the pools! Special pool event schedules will be available online starting May 1, 2020.

Father’s Day Swim Dads swim for only $1 on this special day.

Longest Day of Summer Swim Swim extra late into the evening and enjoy games and relays.

Jumpin’ Jack ‘n’ Jill/Wibit Days Play on inflatables in and out of the water.

Freedom Fest Swim Celebrate the 4th of July with a splash!

Pool Spirit Week Show your spirit with games, activities, and prizes that match a special theme.

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POOL LOCATIONS Bender (Indoor) Swimming Pool 940 14th Avenue SE 319-286-5790

Ellis Swimming Pool 2000 Ellis Boulevard NW 319-286-5793

Bever Swimming Pool 2700 Bever Avenue SE 319-286-5791

Jones Swimming Pool 201 Wilson Avenue Drive SW 319-286-5794

Cherry Hill Aquatic Center 341 Stoney Point Road NW 319-286-5792

Noelridge Aquatic Center 1248 42nd Street NE 319-286-5795

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PHONE: 319-286-5566

Season Passes For Swimming Pools And Aquatic Centers Valid May 18 - September 7, 2020

BUY PASSES AND GET PHOTOS/REPLACEMENT PASSES Renew last year’s pass online at CRREC.org MONDAY-FRIDAY: NOW - JULY 31 Northwest Recreation Center: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

SWIMMING

Passes provide admission to Open, Family, Adult, Lap Swims and Water Exercise as age appropriate.

Schedules for pools, programs, and water features may vary. Go to CRREC.org for updates.

City Services Center: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

SATURDAYS: MAY 2, 9, 16 Noelridge and Cherry Hill Aquatic Centers: 9:00 a.m. - Noon SATURDAY-MONDAY: MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND Noelridge Aquatic Center: Saturday & Sunday 9:00 a.m. - Close, Monday 11:00 a.m. - Close DAILY (WHEN OPEN): JUNE 1 - JULY 31 Bever, Ellis, Jones: Before Noon or after 2:00 pm Cherry Hill, Noelridge: Anytime they are open

New Pass (See Schedule Above) GO to Northwest Recreation Center, 1340 11th Street NW, or City Services Center (CSC), 500 15th Avenue SW, or any pool when they are open.

MAIL form and check/money order to Northwest Recreation Center. Have photos taken at one of the locations above and pick up your cards.

Pictures for season pass cards are required. (See box above for locations and times.)

SUMMER SWIM PASS FEES Early Bird Passes (on or before 5/16/20*)

Non-Resident Resident Family $229.00 $213.00 Individual $119.00 $111.00 Senior (Age 60+) $107.00 $99.00

Renewal Pass

(I.D. required for Senior pass purchase)

Same as “New Pass” procedure above OR

Nanny (Age 16+) $83.00 $75.00

RENEW LAST YEAR’S PASSES ONLINE! (2019 PASSES ONLY) Go to CRREC.org.

(I.D. required for Nanny pass purchase)

Email recreation@cedar-rapids.org to obtain your user name/password.

Need New or Replacement Pass Cards?

GO to Northwest Recreation Center or City Services Center (CSC) for new or replacement pass card photos or go to any small pool when it is open before noon or after 2:00 p.m. or any large pool anytime.

May 18 or After

Non-Resident Resident Family $266.00 $250.00 Individual $135.00 $127.00 Senior (Age 60+) $123.00 $115.00 (I.D. required for Senior pass purchase)

Nanny (Age 16+) $83.00 $75.00 NANNY PASS (AGE 16+) Get your sitter a pass for when he/she takes your kids to the pool. The family sponsoring the nanny must have a family pass. The Nanny pass can be added at any time. (Designate “Nanny Pass” on the Season Pass form.) The pass, for sitters ages 16 and up, may only be used when the sitter is attending the pool with the kids. Go to CRREC.org for additional rules. Non-transferable, Non-refundable

(I.D. required for Nanny pass purchase)

*The deadline for Early Bird call in pass renewals is 5:00 p.m. on 5/14/20.

SUMMER PUNCH/GROUP PASS May be used by an individual, a group or transferred to another person for any age appropriate public swim and water exercise class. No photo required. Passes expire on the 16th punch or September 7, 2020, whichever comes first. Purchase passes at Bever, Ellis, or Jones Pools before Noon or after 2 p.m. or at Cherry Hill or Noelridge Aquatic Centers anytime they are open. $76 Non-refundable REGISTRATION INFORMATION: PAGE 71

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SWIMMING

City of Cedar Rapids Summer Swim Passes Passes provide admission to Open, Family, Adult, Lap Swims and Water Exercise as age appropriate.

Schedules for pools, programs/water features may vary. (See page 54-55.) Valid May 18-September 7, 2020.

• You must present your pass to enter the pool.

• Passes are non-transferable and non-refundable.

• Replacement cards may be purchased for $5 if cards are lost or stolen.

• Children under the age of two years as of June 1 will receive a pass without a photo.

• Passes may be revoked for pool infractions and misuse with no refunds.

You may be asked at any time for verification that your family meets eligibility requirements.

Misrepresentation could result in loss of passes.

• Individuals who are immediate family members and who live at the same residence (maximum of two adults) are eligible for a family pass.

Children must be under the age of 21 (maximum of four) and related to one or both the household adults as offspring or by marriage, adoption, foster care placement or legal guardianship. (*Additional family passes for more than four children cost $10 for each child.)

SUMMER SWIM SEASON Not all pools open for all days below.

Schedule subject to change.

BENDER POOL May 18 - Sept 4

BEVER POOL June 1 - Aug 7

JONES POOL

ELLIS POOL

June 1 - Aug 9

• Nanny Pass must be purchased as part of a family pass. Nanny must be at least 16 years old. A special pass card with picture and name will be issued. The pass can only be used when the nanny attends pool with the children. Designate “Nanny” on the Season Pass Form.

June 1 - Aug 9

CHERRY HILL AQUATIC CENTER May 30 - Aug 16 Aug 22, 23 NOELRIDGE AQUATIC CENTER May 23, 24, 25 May 30 - Aug 23 Aug 29, 30, Sept 5, 6, 7

DETACH HERE

CEDAR RAPIDS SUMMER SWIM PASS 2020

NEW

RENEWAL

Name ____________________________________________________________________________________ Phone_______________________________ Address________________________________________________________ City_______________________________ State______ Zip____________

Amount Enclosed

Names to Appear on Passes Date of Birth M/F (maximum two adults)

(Required)

Pass Fee $_____ 1. Adult:_______________________________

DOB_____________

DOB_____________

Additional Children $_____

2. Adult:_______________________________

Still have card?

Yes

No

Immediate family members who live in the same household and meet qualifications.

(See above.) You may be asked for proof.

*More than 4? See Above.

3. ____________________________________ DOB_____________ 4. ____________________________________

DOB_____________

DOB_____________

TOTAL

$_____ 5. ____________________________________

6. ____________________________________ DOB_____________ Check/money order only.

Signature______________________________________________________________________________ Date____________________________________ Mail to: Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation Department, 1340 11th Street NW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52405

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SAFE SWIMMING GUIDELINES

• Children ages 5 & under must be supervised by an adult within arm’s length.

• Youths ages 6-10 must be supervised by an adult or responsible person at least age 14.

• Actual swim attire is required.

Fibers from street clothing damage the pool filter. (Sorry, no basketball shorts.)

• Deep End Test: To use diving boards, drop slides or swim in water over 5 feet, you must take the test at any pool where you swim each year.

• Concessions are available. No outside food, beverages, alcohol or coolers.

OPEN AND FAMILY SWIMS • Deep End Test: To use diving boards, drop slides or swim in water over 5 feet, you must take the test at any pool where you swim each year.

• Concessions are available. No outside food, beverages, alcohol or coolers.

• Water and float toys allowed only at Family, Evening and Weekend Swims.

LAP SWIMS • For ages 15 or older. Children may not attend with swimmers. Youths, ages 11-14, may attend lap swim at Jones or evening lap swim at Ellis.

Only lap lanes are open at this time.

ADULT SWIMS A swim for ages 18 or older with no slides available.

• A walking lane is available at some sites. A lap lane is available at Ellis Pool during Open Swims.

• Lap swimmers are allowed entry into the locker room 10 minutes prior to the starting time and into the pool at exact starting time.

Additional pool rules are online at CRREC.org and are posted at each pool.

PUBLIC SWIM FACILITY CLOSING POLICY Pools and aquatic centers may open late or close early for the following reasons:

• Always circle swim. Stay to the right of the black line in your lane, swimming counter-clockwise.

• Air temperature below 70 degrees (Lap Swim: air temperature below 60 degrees)

• Noodles are not permitted.

• 20 people or less in the facility for a period of one hour (50 people or less at Noelridge and Cherry Hill)

WATER FEATURES & SLIDES Crocodile Walk Must be a minimum of 54” tall or pass deep water swim test each summer to use. Water depth is 48”. Appropriate for all ages meeting height and swim requirements.

Drop Slides & Diving Boards Deep water swim test required each summer prior to the first use. Water depth is 11-15 ft. Appropriate for all ages meeting skill requirement.

Turn and Speed Slides Must be a minimum of 48” tall to use.

(See signs.) Water depth is 42”.

Appropriate for all ages meeting height requirement.

SWIMMING

GENERAL RULES • Everyone entering the pool must pay or have a valid season pass.

Infants under six months are free.

• Lightning/severe storm in area • Mechanical problems • Poor water quality • Special events/situations • Darkness • Maximum bather limit reached (When pool reaches capacity, patrons may be turned away and referred to another facility) • Other reasons deemed necessary by Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation

• Water wings/floaties, infant float tubes, large inner tubes, swimsuits with removable floats and life jackets are not allowed.

HEALTHY SWIMMING • Do not swim for two weeks after you or your child has had diarrhea.

• Snorkels, masks that cover the nose and diving sticks are not allowed at Open or Family Swims.

• Non-toilet-trained children must wear swim diapers. Swim diapers may be purchased at the pool.

• Always shower before entering the pool.

• Changing stations are available in all restrooms.

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OUTDOOR POOLS MAY 23-JUNE 1

Noelridge SAT, SUN: MAY 23, 24, 30, 31 11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. Lap Swim 1:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Open Swim MON: MAY 25 (MEMORIAL DAY) 11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. Lap Swim 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Open Swim

Cherry Hill SAT, SUN: MAY 30, 31 11:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.

1:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Lap Swim Open Swim

All Pools MON: JUNE 1 5:15 - 6:15 p.m.

6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Lap Swim Open Swim

POOL RENTALS Bever, Ellis and Jones Pools are available to rent starting at $330. Cherry Hill Aquatic Center is available for rental to large groups for two hour time blocks by special arrangement only. Reservations and payment must be made at least two weeks in advance.

Rates vary depending on pool and number of swimmers. Call 319-286-5566 for prices and to make reservations.

SHELTER RENTALS The pool shelters at Cherry Hill and Noelridge are available for rental. Reservations and payment must be made at least one week in advance.

Reservations: Call 319-286-5566 Fee: $25/Open Swim M-F or $35/Open Swim Sa-Su

OUTDOOR POOL SCHEDULES JUNE 2-AUGUST 9

Call the pool or go to CRREC.org for changes to daily schedules.

Admission is free for infants under 6 months of age.

Not all pool water features may be open for all programs even though the pool is open and the season pass is valid.

BEVER SCHEDULE

(319-286-5791)

Closed July 4 at 5pm. Call pool for other closings.

Activity

Days

Times

Cost

Open Swim Open Swim

M-Su

1-5pm

$5.25

M-F

6:30-8:30*pm *8pm starting 8/3

$4.75

Lap Swim

M-Su

11:45am-12:45pm

$5.00

Water Exercise (Begins 6/2)

Tu/Th

5:20-6:15pm

$5.25

Youth Swim Lessons Pool Rental

See page 62 Sa/Su

6-8pm (See left column)

Bever Pool closes for the season at 5pm on Friday, August 7.

CHERRY HILL SCHEDULE (319-286-5792) Closed July 4 at 5pm and July 18 all day. Call pool for other closings.

Activity

Days

Times

Cost

Open Swim

M-F

1-5pm

$5.75

Open Swim

M/W/F

6:30-10pm

$5.75

Open Swim

Tu/Th

6:30-8:30pm

$5.25

Open Swim

Sa

1-8pm

$5.75

Open Swim

Su

1-6pm

$5.75

Lap Swim

M-F, Su

11:45am-12:45pm

$5.00

Lap Swim

Tu/Th

5:15-6:15pm

$5.00

Lap Swim (No swim 6/27, 7/18)

Sa

11:15am-12:45pm

$5.00

Youth Swim Lessons

See page 64-65

Pool Shelter Rental

M-Su

Pool Rental

Su

See left column 7-9pm (See left column)

POOL RULES General pool rules, health and safety requirements and the pool closing policy are on page 53. They are also available online at CRREC.org.

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OUTDOOR POOLS AUGUST 10-SEPTEMBER 7

Cherry Hill

ELLIS SCHEDULE

(319-286-5793) Closed July 3 and July 4 at 5pm. Call pool for other closings.

Activity

Days

Times

Cost

Open Swim

M/W/F/Sa/Su

1-5pm

$5.25

Open Swim

M/W

6:30-8:30pm* *8pm starting 8/3

$4.75

Open Swim

Tu/Th

1-8:30pm* *8pm starting 8/3

$5.25

Adult 18+ Swim

Tu/Th

10am-12:45pm

$5.00

Lap Swim

M/W

11:15am-12:45pm

$5.00

Lap Swim

F

8-9am

$5.00

Lap Swim

M/W

5:15-6:15pm

$5.00

Lap Swim

Sa/Su

11:45am-12:45pm

$5.00

Youth Swim Lessons

See page 63

Pool Rental

F/Sa

6-8pm (See page 54)

Ellis Pool closes for the season at 5pm on Sunday, August 9.

JONES SCHEDULE

(319-286-5794)

Closed July 4 at 5pm. Call pool for other closings.

Activity

Days

Times

Cost

Open Swim

M/W/F/Sa/Su

1-5pm

$5.25

Open Swim

M/W/F

6:30-8:30pm* *8pm starting 8/3

$4.75

Open Swim

Tu/Th

1-8:30pm* *8pm starting 8/3

$5.25

Lap Swim

M-Th/Sa/Su

11:45am-12:45pm

$5.00

Youth Swim Lessons

See page 65

Pool Rental

Su

6-8pm (See page 54)

Jones Pool closes for the season at 5pm on Sunday, August 9.

NOELRIDGE SCHEDULE

(319-286-5795)

Closed July 4 at 5pm. Call pool for other closings.

Activity

Days

Times

Cost

Open Swim Open Swim

M-F

1-5pm

$5.75

M-F

6:30-8:30pm* *8pm starting 8/3

$5.25

Open Swim

Sa

1-6pm

$5.75

Open Swim

Su

1-8pm

$5.75

Lap Swim

M-Su

11:45am-12:45pm

$5.00

Lap Swim

M/W/F

5:15-6:15pm

$5.00

Family Swim (6/13 - 8/8)

Tu/Th/Sa

9:30-11:30am

$5.25

Youth Swim Lessons Pool Shelter Rental

MON-FRI: AUG 10 - 14 11:15 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.

1:00 - 5:00 p.m.

5:15 - 6:15 p.m.

6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Lap Swim Open Swim Lap Swim Open Swim

SWIMMING

Schedules and the availability of slides and water features may vary. Call the pool or go to CRREC.org for changes.

SAT, SUN: AUG 15, 16, 22, 23 11:15 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. Lap Swim 1:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Open Swim *Closes 5:00 p.m. on Aug 23

Noelridge MON - FRI: AUG 10 - 14 11:15 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.

1:00 - 5:00 p.m.

5:15 - 6:15 p.m.

6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Lap Swim Open Swim Lap Swim Open Swim

MON - THURS: AUG 17 - 20 11:15 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. Lap Swim 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Open Swim FRI: AUG 21 11:15 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.

1:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Lap Swim Last Gasp! Swim

SAT, SUN: AUG 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30, SEPT 5, 6 11:15 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. Lap Swim 1:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Open Swim MON: SEPT 7* (LABOR DAY) 11:15 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. Lap Swim 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Open Swim *Closes 5:00 p.m. on Sept 7

See page 66-67 M-Su

See page 54

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BENDER INDOOR POOL SCHEDULES APRIL 1 - MAY 15 BENDER SCHEDULE

OPEN SWIM (All Ages) Fun for all and affordable! Food is not allowed. Water and float toys may be used, crowd permitting.

LAP SWIM (15+ yrs.)

Take time for yourself. This is a good time for water walking. The baby pool is closed. Noodles are not permitted.

ADULT 18+ SWIM Open swim for ages 18 or over.

WATER EXERCISE (15+ yrs.)

This instructor-led class concentrates on stretching, strengthening, flexibility and range of motion exercises. Drop-in program, preregistration is not required.

Current season pass or punch pass may be used.

AQUATHERAPY (15+ yrs.)

Exercise at your own pace (without an instructor) in the comfort of warm water.

If you need special assistance in dressing or in the locker rooms, please make your own arrangements. Anyone entering the water must pay. Current season pass or punch pass may be used.

(319-286-5790) Closed April 12. Call pool for other closings.

Activity

Days

Times

Cost

Open Swim (Ends 5/8)

F

3:30-7:30pm

$5.25

Open Swim (Ends 5/10)

Su

1-4pm

$5.25

Adult 18+

M/W/F

1-3pm

$4.50

Lap Swim

M/W/F

11am-12:45pm

$5.00

Lap Swim

M/W

6:30-7:25pm

$5.00

Lap Swim (Ends 5/9)

Sa

7-8:15am

$5.00

Lap Swim (Ends 5/3)

Su

11:15am-12:45pm

$5.00

Water Exercise

M-F

9-9:55am

$5.25

Water Exercise

M/W

5:30-6:25pm

$5.25

Aquatherapy

M/W/F

10-10:55am

$4.25

MAY 16 - AUGUST 9 BENDER SCHEDULE

(319-286-5790) Closed May 23-25. Call pool for other closings.

Activity

Days

Times

Cost

Adult 18+

M/W/F

1-3pm

$4.50

Lap Swim

M/W/F

11am-12:45pm

$5.00

Lap Swim (Ends 5/27)

M/W

6:30-7:25pm

$5.00

Water Exercise

M/W/F

9-9:55am

$5.25

Water Exercise (Begins 5/19)

Tu/Th

7:45-8:40am

$5.25

Water Exercise (Ends 5/27)

M/W

5:30-6:25pm

$5.25

Aquatherapy

M/W/F

10-10:55am

$4.25

Youth Swim Lessons

See page 60-61

AUGUST 10 - SEPTEMBER 4 BENDER SCHEDULE

(319-286-5790) Call pool for other closings.

Activity

Days

Times

Cost

Adult 18+

M/W/F

1-3pm

$4.50

Lap Swim

M/W/F

11am-12:45pm

$5.00

Lap Swim

M/W

6:30-7:25pm

$5.00

Water Exercise

M-F

9-9:55am

$5.25

Water Exercise

M/W

5:30-6:25pm

$5.25

Aquatherapy

M/W/F

10-10:55am

$4.25

SUMMER PUNCH/GROUP PASS May be used by an individual, a group or transferred to another person for any age appropriate public swim and water exercise class.

No photo required. Passes expire on the 16th punch or September 7, 2020, whichever comes first. Purchase passes at Bever, Ellis, or Jones Pools before Noon or after 2 p.m. or at Cherry Hill or Noelridge Aquatic Centers anytime they are open. $76 Non-refundable

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AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD TRAINING (15+ yrs.)

Prerequisite skills test must be passed prior to the first day of class. Skills assessed will be: • 300 yd. continuous swim

SWIMMING

May Class (Register by 5/5) #304209-05 Th-Su 5/7-5/10 $155 (R $145) NW Rec/Bender Pre-Test (Attend only one): Su 5/3 7-8pm Tu 5/5 7:30-8:30pm Class: Th 5/7 5-10pm F 5/8 3-10pm Sa 5/9 8am-9pm Su 5/10 8am-1pm

Lifeguard Classes

June Class (Register by 6/2) #104209-01 F-Su 6/5-6/7 $155 (R $145) NW Rec/Bender Pre-Test (Attend only one): Su 5/31 7-8pm Tu 6/2 7-8pm Class: F 6/5 5-10pm Sa 6/6 8am-9pm Su 6/7 8am-9pm

• Timed 10 lb. brick retrieval • 2 min. treading water (no arms) Must be age 15 by the last day of class.

Successful completion results in certification as a pool lifeguard.

March Class (Register by 3/17) #304209-02 Th-Sa 3/19-3/21 $155 (R $145) NW Rec/Bender Pre-Test (Attend only one): M 3/16 7:30-8:30pm Tu 3/17 7:30-8:30pm Class: Th 3/19 4-10pm F 3/20 3-10pm Sa 3/21 8am-10pm

LIFEGUARD REVIEW (16+ yrs.)

Has it been two years since you last took a lifeguarding class? Demonstrate your knowledge and skill competency with little or no review. (Current lifeguard certifications are required.) Successful completion of this class renews your lifeguard, first aid, CPR-P, and AED. Bring pocket mask, book, suit, and towel.

April Class (Register by 3/31) #304209-03 F-Su 4/3-4/5 $155 (R $145) NW Rec/Bender Pre-Test (Attend only one): Su 3/29 7-8pm Tu 3/31 7:30-8:30pm Class: F 4/3 5-10pm Sa 4/4 8am-9pm Su 4/5 8am-9pm

March Class (Register by 3/19) #304221-02 Sa 3/21 8am-8pm $96 (R $88) NW Rec/Bender April Class (Register by 4/9) #304221-03 Sa 4/11 8am-8pm $96 (R $88) NW Rec/Bender

April Class (Register by 4/14) #304209-04 F-Su 4/17-4/19 $155 (R $145) NW Rec/Bender Pre-Test (Attend only one): M 4/13 7:30-8:30pm Tu 4/14 7:30-8:30pm Class: F 4/17 5-10pm Sa 4/18 8am-9pm Su 4/19 8am-9pm

April Class (Register by 4/16) #304221-04 Sa 4/18 8am-8pm $96 (R $88) NW Rec/Bender May Class (Register by 5/7) #304221-05 Sa 5/9 8am-8pm $96 (R $88) NW Rec/Bender

WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR - WSI (16+ yrs.)

Successful completion of this class results in certification to teach all levels of swim lessons. Participants must attend all sessions and be 16 years of age by the end of the class.

April Class (Register by 4/20) #304212-03 F-Su 4/24-4/26 $175 (R $165) NW Rec/Bender Class: F 4/24 5-10pm Sa 4/25 8am-10pm Su 4/26 8am-9pm May Class (Register by 5/24) #304212-04 F-Su 5/29-5/31 $175 (R $165) NW Rec/Bender Class: F 5/29 5-10pm Sa 5/30 8am-10pm Su 5/31 8am-10pm

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SWIM LESSON INFORMATION

COMPETITIVE SWIM LEAGUE (6-17 yrs.)

Enjoy friendly competition. Age divisions: 8 & under, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-17. Weekly meets, Tuesdays at 7:00 a.m. or 5:00 p.m., and the All City Meet on Saturday, July 18 at Cherry Hill highlight the season. End of season event will be held on Sunday, July 19.

Requirement: Child must be able to swim 25 yards without stopping to participate. Please have a T-shirt size ready when you register.

League Kickoff (All Participants & Adult Family Members) Su 6/7 6:30-8pm Meet at Bever (Receive your first week’s schedule at this meeting) Be ready to swim. #104314-01 M/W/F 6/8-7/17 9-10am $62 (R $54) Bever ADULT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Swim meets depend on volunteers to help with timing events. Please volunteer.

SWIM LESSON SESSION DATES BENDER, BEVER, ELLIS (Saturday session - meets 6 times)

SAT: 6/6-7/18 (no class 7/4) BEVER, JONES, CHERRY HILL (Meet 6 or 8 times - No classes on Friday mornings)

AA: 6/15-6/26 BB: 6/29-7/10 CC: 7/13-7/24 DD: 7/27-8/7 BENDER, ELLIS, NOELRIDGE

WHEN TO REGISTER Advanced registration is required.

No registrations are accepted the Thursday or Sunday before the session begins or the first day of a session. Limited registration may be available as the session start date approaches.

HOW TO REGISTER Choose the session, then pick the level and time of the desired class from the charts on pages 60-67.

Register using the corresponding number.

Before the Pools Open: • Online at CRREC.org • Call or walk in to Northwest Recreation Center or City Services Center, 319-286-5566 Once the Pools are Open: • Same as above OR • Walk in to Bever, Ellis or Jones Pools before 12:00 p.m. or after 2:00 p.m. or to Cherry Hill or Noelridge Aquatic Centers any time they are open WITHDRAWALS, REFUNDS, TRANSFERS Withdrawals and transfers will be honored if they are made by 5pm the Wednesday before the first day of class. In all cases a $4 nonrefundable handling fee will be deducted from the refund. Once the Thursday before the first day of class arrives, refunds are not issued unless the program is cancelled by Parks & Recreation.

(Meet 6 or 8 times - No Friday morning classes the last week of the session at Ellis & Noelridge)

A: 6/8-6/23 B: 6/29-7/16 C: 7/20-8/6

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LOW/HIGH ENROLLMENT Classes not making the minimum enrollment may be cancelled.

Maximums are not guaranteed.

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AGE REQUIREMENT If your child turns the minimum age required within 30 days of the start of the program, they may be registered for that program unless an exception is noted otherwise.

IMPORTANT: If your child does not meet the age requirement, the computer will reject your registration and your child will not be enrolled.

In this instance, you cannot register online. Call Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation, 319-286-5566.

WEATHER CANCELLATIONS Classes are cancelled if dangerous weather conditions exist at the time of the lesson. Dangerous weather conditions are lightning and/or a severe storm. Call the appropriate pool for cancellations. Cancelled classes may not be able to be made up.

COOL WEATHER Lessons are held even on cool days.

Swimmers might only be in the water for a limited amount of time or not at all if the weather is cold.

POOL CLOSINGS If a pool is unexpectedly closed, lessons are also cancelled with no guarantee of being made up.

HEALTH REQUIREMENT If your child is sick, he/she may not enter the water for two weeks after the last episode of diarrhea. Call 319-286-5741 with questions about transfers and refunds.

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS (3+ yrs.)

Private (1 instructor/1 student) and semi-private (1 instructor/2 students of the same skill level) 30-minute lessons are available for kids or adults.

Call 286-5741 for day/time.

Private Lessons $41 (R $34)/lesson Semi-Private Lessons $46 (R $39)/lesson

Adult/Child

a

PUDDLEJUMPERS

(Adult & Child 6 mos.-3 yrs.)

The purpose of this class is to expose the child to water adjustment skills.

Front kicking, underwater exploration, and entering and exiting the water will be covered. One parent per child.

Group Lessons Read each level carefully and compare the skills listed to those your child is currently able to perform. If you are certain that your child can complete the “TO PASS” skills, then register them for the next higher level if he/ she is the appropriate age.

Note: In most cases, it will take a child more than one session of lessons to pass the level.

LEVEL 1 - INTRODUCTION TO WATER SKILLS (3-5 yrs.)

Must be age 3 by the first day of class.

Four year-olds who have passed a Level 1 class may go to Level 2. Level 1 skills may be done with assistance.

SKILLS INCLUDE: • • • • •

Enter water independently Putting face/head under water Floating Blowing bubbles Gliding on front/back

SWIMMING

AMERICAN RED CROSS SWIM LESSONS LEVEL 2 FUNDAMENTAL WATER SKILLS (5-10 yrs.)

Four year-olds may participate if they have passed Level 1. Level 2-6 skills must be done independently.

SKILLS INCLUDE: • • • • • • •

Enter water independently Front/back float Tread water Bobbing Floating unsupported Front/back glides Combined stroke unsupported

LEVEL 3 STROKE DEVELOPMENT (5-10 yrs.) Must pass Level 2 SKILLS INCLUDE: • • • • • • •

Jump into deep water from side Front crawl stroke Rotary breathing Elementary backstroke Breast stroke/dolphin/scissors kicks Treading Sitting/kneeling dives

LEVEL 4 STROKE IMPROVEMENT (6-11 yrs.) Must pass Level 3 SKILLS INCLUDE: • Breast stroke • Side stroke • Back crawl • Butterfly • Dives from side • Open Turns • Submerge and swim under water • Feet first entry into deep water

LEVEL 5 - STROKE REFINEMENT (7-11 yrs.) Must pass Level 4 SKILLS INCLUDE: • Side stroke • Shallow dives • Flip turns • Survival float • Stroke refinement LEVEL 6 - FITNESS, DIVING & SAFETY (7-11 yrs.)

Must pass Level 5. The student works on ease, efficiency, power and smoothness in this level.

SKILLS INCLUDE: • Refinement of strokes for ease, efficiency, power and smoothness TWEEN/TEEN GROUP LESSONS (11-16 yrs.)

It’s never too late to learn to swim!

This class is for beginner level teens to learn basic swimming skills with others their own age.

BEGINNER ADULT LESSONS (17+ yrs.)

Wish you could swim better? This is the perfect opportunity for you to learn. Classes are for beginner level swimmers or those with minimal formal instruction.

IMPORTANT! If your child does not meet the age requirement, the computer will reject your registration and your child will not be enrolled. If your child turns the minimum age required within 30 days of the start of the program, he/she may register for that program. In this instance, you cannot register online. Call Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation, 319-286-5566.

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SWIM LESSON SCHEDULES Bender Indoor Pool SESSION DATES: “SATURDAYS” 6/6 - 7/18 (No class 7/4) “A” 6/8 - 6/25 “B” 6/29 - 7/16 “C” 7/20 - 8/6 PUDDLEJUMPERS

Classes at Bender

SAT

A

B

C

Days

Times

Fee

Res Fee

X

104208-02

X

X

M/W

5:30-6pm

$51

$44

X

104208-01

X

X

M/W

6:50-7:20pm

$51

$44

X

X

104208-05

104208-08

Tu/Th

9-9:30am

$51

$44

X

104208-03

104208-06

104208-09

Tu/Th

5:30-6pm

$51

$44

X

104208-04

104208-07

104208-10

Tu/Th

6:50-7:20pm

$51

$44

104208-11

X

X

X

Sa

11-11:30am

$51

$44

LEVEL 1

Classes at Bender

SAT

A

B

C

Days

Times

Fee

Res Fee

X

104201-03

X

X

M/W

5:30-6pm

$51

$44

X

104201-01

X

X

M/W

6:10-6:40pm

$51

$44

X

104201-02

X

X

M/W

6:50-7:20pm

$51

$44

X

X

104201-10

104201-17

Tu/Th

9-9:30am

$51

$44

X

X

104201-11

104201-18

Tu/Th

9:40-10:10am

$51

$44

X

X

104201-12

104201-19

Tu/Th

10:20-10:50am

$51

$44

X

X

104201-13

104201-20

Tu/Th

11-11:30am

$51

$44

X

104201-07

104201-14

104201-21

Tu/Th

5:30-6pm

$51

$44

X

104201-08

104201-15

104201-22

Tu/Th

6:10-6:40pm

$51

$44

X

104201-09

104201-16

104201-23

Tu/Th

6:50-7:20pm

$51

$44

104201-24

X

X

X

Sa

10:20-10:50am

$51

$44

104201-25

X

X

X

Sa

11-11:30am

$51

$44

LEVEL 2 Classes at Bender

60

SAT

A

B

C

Days

Times

Fee

Res Fee

X

104202-03

X

X

M/W

5:30-6:10pm

$54

$47

X

104202-01

X

X

M/W

6:15-6:55pm

$54

$47

X

104202-02

X

X

M/W

7-7:40pm

$54

$47

X

X

104202-10

104202-17

Tu/Th

8:45-9:25am

$54

$47

X

X

104202-11

104202-18

Tu/Th

9:30-10:10am

$54

$47

X

X

104202-12

104202-19

Tu/Th

10:15-10:55am

$54

$47

X

X

104202-13

104202-20

Tu/Th

11-11:40am

$54

$47

X

104202-07

104202-14

104202-21

Tu/Th

5:30-6:10pm

$54

$47

X

104202-08

104202-15

104202-22

Tu/Th

6:15-6:55pm

$54

$47

X

104202-09

104202-16

104202-23

Tu/Th

7-7:40pm

$54

$47

104202-24

X

X

X

Sa

10:15-10:55am

$54

$47

104202-25

X

X

X

Sa

11-11:40am

$54

$47

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Bender Indoor Pool “C” 7/20 - 8/6

LEVEL 3 Classes at Bender SAT

A

B

C

Days

Times

Fee

Res Fee

X

104203-03

X

X

M/W

5:30-6:10pm

$54

$47

X

104203-01

X

X

M/W

6:15-6:55pm

$54

$47

X

104203-02

X

X

M/W

7-7:40pm

$54

$47

X

X

104203-08

104203-13

Tu/Th

8:45-9:25am

$54

$47

X

X

104203-09

104203-14

Tu/Th

10:15-10:55am

$54

$47

X

104203-05

104203-10

104203-15

Tu/Th

5:30-6:10pm

$54

$47

X

104203-06

104203-11

104203-16

Tu/Th

6:15-6:55pm

$54

$47

X

104203-07

104203-12

104203-17

Tu/Th

7-7:40pm

$54

$47

104203-18

X

X

X

Sa

10:15-10:55am

$54

$47

104203-19

X

X

X

Sa

11-11:40am

$54

$47

SWIMMING

SESSION DATES: “SATURDAYS” 6/6 - 7/18 (No class 7/4) “A” 6/8 - 6/25 “B” 6/29 - 7/16

LEVEL 4 Classes at Bender SAT

A

B

C

Days

Times

Fee

Res Fee

X

104204-03

X

X

M/W

5:30-6:10pm

$54

$47

X

104204-01

X

X

M/W

6:15-6:55pm

$54

$47

X

104204-02

X

X

M/W

7-7:40pm

$54

$47

X

X

104204-08

104204-13

Tu/Th

9:30-10:10am

$54

$47

X

X

104204-09

104204-14

Tu/Th

11-11:40am

$54

$47

X

104204-05

104204-10

104204-15

Tu/Th

5:30-6:10pm

$54

$47

X

104204-06

104204-11

104204-16

Tu/Th

6:15-6:55pm

$54

$47

X

104204-07

104204-12

104204-17

Tu/Th

7-7:40pm

$54

$47

104204-18

X

X

X

Sa

10:15-10:55am

$54

$47

104204-19

X

X

X

Sa

11-11:40am

$54

$47

UPGRADE YOUR POOL RENTAL WITH A WIBIT! When you rent a pool for your party (page 54), enhance your fun by renting one of these large inflatables, too. The fee is only $60 more per rental period.

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SWIMMING

Bever Swim Lessons SESSION DATES: “SATURDAYS” 6/6 - 7/18 (No class 7/4)

“BB” 6/29 - 7/10 “CC” 7/13 - 7/24

“AA” 6/15 - 6/26 “DD” 7/27 - 8/7

Friday mornings will be used as make-up days for cancelled morning classes.

PUDDLE JUMPERS

Morning Classes at Bever

SAT

AA

BB

CC

DD

Days

Times

Fee

Res Fee

104308-05

X

X

X

X

Sa

10:20-10:50am

$46

$39

104308-06

X

X

X

X

Sa

11-11:30am

$46

$39

X

104308-01

104308-02

104308-03

104308-04

M-Th

11-11:30am

$46

$39

LEVEL 1 Classes at Bever SAT

AA

BB

CC

DD

Days

Times

Fee

Res Fee

104301-17

X

X

X

X

Sa

10:20-10:50am

$46

$39

104301-18

X

X

X

X

Sa

11-11:30am

$46

$39

X

104301-01

104301-05

104301-09

104301-13

M-Th

10:20-10:50am

$46

$39

X

104301-02

104301-06

104301-10

104301-14

M-Th

11-11:30am

$46

$39

X

104301-03

104301-07

104301-11

104301-15

M/W/F

5:10-5:40pm

$46

$39

X

104301-04

104301-08

104301-12

104301-16

M/W/F

5:45-6:15pm

$46

$39

LEVEL 2

Classes at Bever

SAT

AA

BB

CC

DD

Days

Times

Fee

Res Fee

104302-13

X

X

X

X

Sa

10:15-10:55am

$51

$44

104302-14

X

X

X

X

Sa

11-11:40am

$51

$44

X

104302-01

104302-04

104302-07

104302-10

M-Th

10:15-10:55am

$51

$44

X

104302-02

104302-05

104302-08

104302-11

M-Th

11-11:40am

$51

$44

X

104302-03

104302-06

104302-09

104302-12

M/W/F

5:30-6:10pm

$51

$44

LEVEL 3

Classes at Bever

SAT

AA

BB

CC

DD

Days

Times

Fee

Res Fee

104303-13

X

X

X

X

Sa

10:15-10:55am

$51

$44

X

104303-01

104303-04

104303-07

104303-10

M-Th

10:15-10:55am

$51

$44

X

104303-02

104303-05

104303-08

104303-11

M-Th

11-11:40am

$51

$44

X

104303-03

104303-06

104303-09

104303-12

M/W/F

5:30-6:10pm

$51

$44

BB

CC

DD

Days

Times

Fee

Res Fee

LEVEL 4 Classes at Bever SAT

AA

104304-13

X

X

X

X

Sa

11-11:40am

$51

$44

X

104304-01

104304-04

104304-07

104304-10

M-Th

10:15-10:55am

$51

$44

X

104304-02

104304-05

104304-08

104304-11

M-Th

11-11:40am

$51

$44

X

104304-03

104304-06

104304-09

104304-12

M/W/F

5:30-6:10pm

$51

$44

LEVEL 5 Classes at Bever

62

SAT

AA

BB

CC

DD

Days

Times

Fee

Res Fee

X

104305-01

104305-03

104305-05

104305-07

M-Th

10:15-10:55am

$51

$44

X

104305-02

104305-04

104305-06

104305-08

M/W/F

5:30-6:10pm

$51

$44

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Ellis Swim Lessons “A” 6/8 - 6/25

No classes will be held on the Friday morning during the last week of the session.

This day will be used as a make-up for cancelled classes.

LEVEL 1 Classes at Ellis SAT

A

Days

Times

Fee

Res Fee

104401-07

X

Sa

10:20-10:50am

$46

$39

104401-08

X

Sa

11-11:30am

$46

$39

X

104401-01

M/W/F

9:10-9:40am

$46

$39

X

104401-02

M/W/F

9:50-10:20am

$46

$39

X

104401-03

M/W/F

10:30-11am

$46

$39

SAT

A

Days

Times

Fee

Res Fee

104402-05

X

Sa

10:15-10:55am

$51

$44

LEVEL 2

SWIMMING

SESSION DATES:

“SATURDAYS” 6/6 - 7/18 (No class 7/4)

Classes at Ellis

104402-06

X

Sa

11-11:40am

$51

$44

X

104402-01

M/W/F

9:30-10:10am

$51

$44

X

104402-02

M/W/F

10:15-10:55am

$51

$44

SAT

A

Days

Times

Fee

Res Fee

104403-05

X

Sa

10:15-10:55am

$51

$44

LEVEL 3 Classes at Ellis

104403-06

X

Sa

11-11:40am

$51

$44

X

104403-01

M/W/F

9:30-10:10am

$51

$44

X

104403-02

M/W/F

10:15-10:55am

$51

$44

A

Days

Times

Fee

Res Fee

LEVEL 4 Classes at Ellis SAT 104404-03

X

Sa

10:15-10:55am

$51

$44

X

104404-01

M/W/F

9:30-10:10am

$51

$44

LEVEL 5 Classes at Ellis SAT

A

Days

Times

Fee

Res Fee

104405-03

X

Sa

11-11:40am

$51

$44

X

104405-01

M/W/F

10:15-10:55am

$51

$44

Sa

9:30-10:10am

$51

$44

Sa

9:30-10:10am

$51

$44

9:30-10:10am

$51

$44

TWEEN GROUP LESSONS (Ages 11-13) Classes at Ellis 104413-01

X

TEEN GROUP LESSONS (Ages 14-16) Classes at Ellis 104412-01

X

BEGINNER ADULT LESSONS (Ages 17+) Classes at Ellis 104415-01

X

Sa

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SWIMMING

Cherry Hill Swim Lessons SESSION DATES: “AA” 6/15 - 6/26

“CC” 7/13 - 7/24

“BB” 6/29 - 7/10 “DD” 7/27 - 8/7

Friday mornings will be used as make-up days for cancelled morning classes.

PUDDLE JUMPERS

Classes at Cherry Hill

AA

BB

CC

DD

Days

Times

Fee

Res Fee

104708-01

104708-05

104708-09

104708-13

M-Th

10:20-10:50am

$46

$39

104708-02

104708-06

104708-10

104708-14

M-Th

11-11:30am

$46

$39

104708-03

104708-07

104708-11

104708-15

M/W/F

5:10-5:40pm

$46

$39

104708-04

104708-08

104708-12

104708-16

M/W/F

5:45-6:15pm

$46

$39

Times

Fee

Res Fee

LEVEL 1 Classes at Cherry Hill AA

BB

CC

DD

Days

104701-01

104701-06

104701-11

104701-16

M-Th

9:40-10:10am

$46

$39

104701-02

104701-07

104701-12

104701-17

M-Th

10:20-10:50am

$46

$39

104701-03

104701-08

104701-13

104701-18

M-Th

11-11:30am

$46

$39

104701-04

104701-09

104701-14

104701-19

M/W/F

5:10-5:40pm

$46

$39

104701-05

104701-10

104701-15

104701-20

M/W/F

5:45-6:15pm

$46

$39

LEVEL 2

Classes at Cherry Hill

AA

BB

CC

DD

Days

Times

Fee

Res Fee

104702-01

104702-05

104702-09

104702-13

M-Th

9:30-10:10am

$51

$44

104702-02

104702-06

104702-10

104702-14

M-Th

10:15-10:55am

$51

$44

104702-03

104702-07

104702-11

104702-15

M-Th

11-11:40am

$51

$44

104702-04

104702-08

104702-12

104702-16

M/W/F

5:30-6:10pm

$51

$44

Times

Fee

Res Fee

LEVEL 3 Classes at Cherry Hill AA

BB

CC

DD

Days

104703-01

104703-05

104703-09

104703-13

M-Th

9:30-10:10am

$51

$44

104703-02

104703-06

104703-10

104703-14

M-Th

10:15-10:55am

$51

$44

104703-03

104703-07

104703-11

104703-15

M-Th

11-11:40am

$51

$44

104703-04

104703-08

104703-12

104703-16

M/W/F

5:30-6:10pm

$51

$44

LEVEL 4 Classes at Cherry Hill AA

BB

CC

DD

Days

Times

Fee

Res Fee

104704-01

104704-05

104704-09

104704-13

M-Th

9:30-10:10am

$51

$44

104704-02

104704-06

104704-10

104704-14

M-Th

10:15-10:55am

$51

$44

104704-03

104704-07

104704-11

104704-15

M-Th

11-11:40am

$51

$44

104704-04

104704-08

104704-12

104704-16

M/W/F

5:30-6:10pm

$51

$44

LEVEL 5 Classes at Cherry Hill

64

AA

BB

CC

DD

Days

Times

Fee

Res Fee

104705-01

104705-04

104705-07

104705-10

M-Th

9:30-10:10am

$51

$44

104705-02

104705-05

104705-08

104705-11

M-Th

10:15-10:55am

$51

$44

104705-03

104705-06

104705-09

104705-12

M/W/F

5:30-6:10pm

$51

$44

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Cherry Hill Swim Lessons “BB” 6/29 - 7/10 “DD” 7/27 - 8/7

Friday mornings will be used as make-up days for cancelled morning classes.

LEVEL 6 - FITNESS, DIVING & SAFETY Classes at Cherry Hill AA

BB

CC

DD

Days

Times

Fee

Res. Fee

104706-01

X

104706-05

X

M-Th

11-11:40am

$51

$44

X

104706-03

X

104706-07

M-Th

11-11:40am

$51

$44

104706-02

104706-04

104706-06

104706-08

M/W/F

5:30-6:10pm

$51

$44

SWIMMING

SESSION DATES: “AA” 6/15 - 6/26

“CC” 7/13 - 7/24

Jones Swim Lessons SESSION DATES: “AA” 6/15 - 6/26 “CC” 7/13 - 7/24

“BB” 6/29 - 7/10 “DD” 7/27 - 8/7

Friday mornings will be used as make-up days for cancelled morning classes.

LEVEL 1

Classes at Jones

AA

BB

CC

DD

Days

Times

Fee

Res Fee

104501-01

104501-04

104501-07

104501-10

M-Th

10:20-10:50am

$46

$39

104501-02

104501-05

104501-08

104501-11

M-Th

11-11:30am

$46

$39

104501-03

104501-06

104501-09

104501-12

M/W/F

5:30-6pm

$46

$39

LEVEL 2

Classes at Jones

AA

BB

CC

DD

Days

Times

Fee

Res Fee

104502-01

104502-04

104502-07

104502-10

M-Th

10:15-10:55am

$51

$44

104502-02

104502-05

104502-08

104502-11

M-Th

11-11:40am

$51

$44

104502-03

104502-06

104502-09

104502-12

M/W/F

5:30-6:10pm

$51

$44

LEVEL 3 Classes at Jones AA

BB

CC

DD

Days

Times

Fee

Res Fee

104503-01

104503-04

104503-07

104503-10

M-Th

10:15-10:55am

$51

$44

104503-02

104503-05

104503-08

104503-11

M-Th

11-11:40am

$51

$44

104503-03

104503-06

104503-09

104503-12

M/W/F

5:30-6:10pm

$51

$44

LEVEL 4 Classes at Jones AA

BB

CC

DD

Days

Times

Fee

Res Fee

104504-01

104504-03

104504-05

104504-07

M-Th

10:15-10:55am

$51

$44

104504-02

104504-04

104504-06

104504-08

M/W/F

5:30-6:10pm

$51

$44

LEVEL 5 Classes at Jones AA

BB

CC

DD

Days

Times

Fee

Res Fee

104505-01

104505-03

104505-05

104505-07

M-Th

11-11:40am

$51

$44

104505-02

104505-04

104505-06

104505-08

M/W/F

5:30-6:10pm

$51

$44

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SWIMMING

Noelridge Swim Lessons Session Dates: “A” 6/8 - 6/25

“C” 7/20 - 8/6

This day will be used as a make-up for cancelled morning classes.

PUDDLE JUMPERS

A

B

C

Days

104608-01

104608-05

104608-09

M/W/F

104608-02

104608-06

104608-10

104608-03

104608-07

104608-11

104608-04

104608-08

104608-12

LEVEL 1

Classes at Noelridge Times

A Fee

A Res Fee

10:20-10:50am

$46

$39

M/W/F

11-11:30am

$46

$39

Tu/Th

5:10-5:40pm

$46

$39

Tu/Th

5:45-6:15pm

$46

$39

Classes at Noelridge

A

B

C

Days

Times

A Fee

A Res Fee

104601-01

104601-07

104601-13

M/W/F

9-9:30am

$46

$39

104601-02

104601-08

104601-14

M/W/F

9:40-10:10am

$46

$39

104601-03

104601-09

104601-15

M/W/F

10:20-10:50am

$46

$39

104601-04

104601-10

104601-16

M/W/F

11-11:30am

$46

$39

104601-05

104601-11

104601-17

Tu/Th

5:10-5:40pm

$46

$39

104601-06

104601-12

104601-18

Tu/Th

5:45-6:15pm

$46

$39

Times

A Fee

A Res Fee

LEVEL 2

Classes at Noelridge

A

B

C

Days

104602-01

104602-06

104602-11

M/W/F

8:45-9:25am

$51

$44

104602-02

104602-07

104602-12

M/W/F

9:30-10:10am

$51

$44

104602-03

104602-08

104602-13

M/W/F

10:15-10:55am

$51

$44

104602-04

104602-09

104602-14

M/W/F

11-11:40am

$51

$44

104602-05

104602-10

104602-15

Tu/Th

5:30-6:10pm

$51

$44

LEVEL 3

Classes at Noelridge

A

B

C

Days

Times

A Fee

A Res Fee

104603-01

104603-06

104603-11

M/W/F

8:45-9:25am

$51

$44

104603-02

104603-07

104603-12

M/W/F

9:30-10:10am

$51

$44

104603-03

104603-08

104603-13

M/W/F

10:15-10:55am

$51

$44

104603-04

104603-09

104603-14

M/W/F

11-11:40am

$51

$44

104603-05

104603-10

104603-15

Tu/Th

5:30-6:10pm

$51

$44

LEVEL 4

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“B” 6/29 - 7/16

No classes will be held on Friday mornings during the last week of each session.

Classes at Noelridge

A

B

C

Days

Times

A Fee

A Res Fee

104604-01

104604-06

104604-11

M/W/F

8:45-9:25am

$51

$44

104604-02

104604-07

104604-12

M/W/F

9:30-10:10am

$51

$44

104604-03

104604-08

104604-13

M/W/F

10:15-10:55am

$51

$44

104604-04

104604-09

104604-14

M/W/F

11-11:40am

$51

$44

104604-05

104604-10

104604-15

Tu/Th

5:30-6:10pm

$51

$44

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Noelridge Swim Lessons “B” 6/29 - 7/16

“C” 7/20 - 8/6

No classes will be held on Friday mornings during the last week of each session.

This day will be used as a make-up for cancelled morning classes.

LEVEL 5 Classes at Noelridge A

B

C

Days

Times

A Fee

A Res Fee

104605-01

104605-06

104605-11

M/W/F

8:45-9:25am

$51

$44

104605-02

104605-07

104605-12

M/W/F

9:30-10:10am

$51

$44

104605-03

104605-08

104605-13

M/W/F

10:15-10:55am

$51

$44

104605-04

104605-09

104605-14

M/W/F

11-11:40am

$51

$44

104605-05

104605-10

104605-15

Tu/Th

5:30-6:10pm

$51

$44

SWIMMING

Session Dates: “A” 6/8 - 6/25

LEVEL 6 - FITNESS, DIVING & SAFETY Classes at Noelridge A

B

C

Days

Times

A Fee

A Res Fee

104606-01

104606-05

104606-09

M/W/F

8:45-9:25am

$51

$44

104606-02

104606-06

104606-10

M/W/F

9:30-10:10am

$51

$44

104606-03

104606-07

104606-11

M/W/F

10:15-10:55am

$51

$44

104606-04

104606-08

104606-12

M/W/F

11-11:40am

$51

$44

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YOUR PARKS

Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation manages 96 parks and trails on 4,171 acres of land. In addition to urban parks of all sizes, there are many acres reserved for park expansion and flood control. Use our online Parks Finder to locate a park and view its amenities at http://bit.ly/crparks.

Noelridge Greenhouse TOURS The Friends of Noelridge offer regular FREE guided tours of the greenhouse, landscaped beds, and butterfly tent for individuals or groups. Tours for specific age groups, adults or children, will generally last 1 hour.

To register for a tour, email: l.farmer@cedar-rapids.org. Please include number attending, general age, and date. For special requests, call 319-286-5762.

GREENHOUSE VOLUNTEERS Volunteer opportunities are available at the greenhouse. Call Diane Stevens at 319-845-2050.

aEASTER SHOWCASE

a Off-Leash Dog Parks The City of Cedar Rapids has two offleash parks. Cheyenne Off-Leash Dog Park is located on Cedar Bend Lane SW, off Old River Road and K9 Acres is located in Squaw Creek Park at 5200 Golf Course Road, Marion.

Permits are required to use these parks.

Purchase them online at CRREC.org, by phone (319-286-5566) or in person at: Parks & Recreation Dept.

City Services Center (CSC) 500 15th Avenue SW Weekdays, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

- or Northwest Recreation Center 1340 11th Street NW Weekdays, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

(All Ages) See blooming spring bulbs, displays and exhibits. Free plants for the first 500 children under age 12.

Sa, Su FREE

A rabies tag number is required when purchasing a permit. See k9cola.org for details.

4/11, 4/12 11am-5pm Noelridge Greenhouse

aMOTHER’S DAY SHOWCASE

(All Ages) Enjoy hundreds of blooming plants, hanging baskets and educational displays.

Su FREE

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5/10 10am-5pm Noelridge Greenhouse

Daily Passes (for those who want to try the park or are just in the area for a short time) may be purchased. Buy them online, by phone or in person at the locations above.

WWW.CRREC.ORG

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PHONE: 319-286-5566

a Splash Pads Splash pads are ready to keep kids cool May 23 through September 6, 2020. They are located at Cedar Valley, Cleveland, Daniels, Greene Square, Hayes, Hidder, Jacolyn, Noelridge, Redmond, Time Check and Twin Pines Parks.

a Trails Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation maintains a variety of hard surface and crushed limestone recreational trails.

If you make a complete tour of all the park trails, you will travel over 24 miles.

Visit LinnCountyTrails.org for trail maps.

Park Pavilion Rental Rent one of 25 pavilions in the City parks up to one year in advance of the intended use date (between May 2 and September 27, 2020). They are rented for two use periods: 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 - 9:00 p.m. Sizes range from 7-40 tables. Rates vary based on size and location.

Call 319-286-5566, Monday through Friday, between 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. for more information. See pavilions and their features at CRREC.org.

Facility Rentals

POOL SHELTER RENTALS The pool shelters at Cherry Hill and Noelridge are available for rental.

Reservations and payment must be made at least one week in advance.

Reservations: Call 319-286-5566 Fee: $25/Open Swim M-F or $35/Open Swim Sa-Su WEDDING RENTALS • Ellis Shakespeare Garden • Noelridge Flower Gardens • Ushers Ferry Historic Village • Ushers Ferry Lodge For more information, call 319-286-5699 or go to UFHV.com.

NW RECREATION CENTER ROOM RENTAL TIMES AND FEES (Includes set up and clean up time) WEEKDAYS Full Half Equipment Fees Gym $60/hr $40/hr Community Room $30/hr, $75/3 hr $25/hr, $60/3 hr $15 projector/screen Activity Room $25/hr, $55/3 hr WEEKENDS Gym Community Room Activity Room

Full Half Equipment Fees $75/hr $55/hr $35/hr, $85/3 hr $30/hr, $65/3 hr $15 projector/screen $25/hr, $55/3 hr

Reservations are taken year-round in person at the Northwest Recreation Center.

A $100 deposit is required to rent the community room and gym. The deposit will be returned after the room is inspected at the end of the event.

Private after hour rentals are available for family gatherings, corporate parties, or other groups wishing to entertain at the Northwest Recreation Center. To talk about your event needs, contact the center at 319-286-5731 during normal business hours.

O U R VE NU E .

YO U R VISI O N .

Ushers Ferry is a picturesque village on a 10-acre site along the Cedar River with opportunities to make your wedding as unique as you are.

PARKS/SERVICES

POOL RENTALS Bever, Ellis and Jones Pools may be rented starting at $330. Cherry Hill Aquatic Center is available for rental to large groups for two hour time blocks by special arrangement only.

Reservations and payment must be made at least two weeks in advance.

Rates vary depending on pool and number of swimmers. Call 319-286-5566 for prices and reservations.

Y O U R W E D D I N G AT

UshersFerry U|F

From the romantic gazebo and charming country church to natural, rustic settings that make beautiful backdrops, at Ushers Ferry you can create the wedding of your dreams.

http://bit.ly/UFwedding 319.286.5699 REGISTRATION INFORMATION: PAGE 71

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REGISTRATION

PARKS & RECREATION FACILITY HOURS AND PHONE NUMBERS Administrative Office.... 319-286-5566 Weekdays: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Aquatics Office.............. 319-286-5741 Weekdays: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Bender Pool................... 319-286-5790 During programmed hours City Services Center...... 319-286-5566 Weekdays: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Golf Office (CSC)............ 319-286-5588 Weekdays: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

NW Recreation Center.. 319-286-5731 Weekdays: 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Saturdays: 12:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Sundays: 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.

(See page 36 for summer hours) Pavilion Rental............... 319-286-5566 Weekdays: 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Ushers Ferry.................. 319-286-5763 During programmed hours

CONNECT WITH CEDAR RAPIDS PARKS & RECREATION www.Cedar-Rapids.org/subscribe Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation

REGISTRATION GUIDELINES • Payment must be received to register for a program.

• The Department reserves the right to cancel or consolidate classes based on registration. A full refund is issued for all cancelled classes. Minimum and maximum class sizes are utilized.

• Waiting lists are established when classes are full. Additional classes may be offered if the minimum enrollment is reached and facility space is available.

• Fees will not be prorated.

• Registration is required prior to the start of class, unless noted.

• A youth waiver is required for every participant age 17 and under.

• A $4 nonrefundable handling charge will be deducted from the refund of each class when an enrollee withdraws prior to the first day of class. Once the first day of class arrives, refunds are not issued unless the class or program is cancelled by Parks & Recreation. Swimming exception: See page 58.

• If your child turns the minimum age required within 30 days of the start of the program, they may register for that program unless noted otherwise.

• Web registration is available up to the day prior to the start of the class or session or the registration deadline date.

HOW-TO-READ OUR COURSE INFORMATION Course Title Ages

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Course Description

Program Number Non-resident Course Fee

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#114111-01 M/W 7/27, 7/29 9am-12pm $53 (R $46) Ushers Ferry

Resident Course Fee Abbreviations:

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CANOE PIRATE ADVENTURE (9-13 yrs.)

Prepare for an adventure! Learn the basics or refresh your skills in this two-day camp. Build your crew and get into your canoes to practice in the shallow pond on Monday and then test your skills in the Pond Pirate obstacle course on Wednesday.

Date(s) Course Meets Month/Day

Time Course Meets

Course Location Day(s) Course Meets

M=Monday Tu=Tuesday F=Friday Sa=Saturday

W=Wednesday Su=Sunday

Th=Thursday

R = Resident Fee (zip code with the first three numbers 524 required for this discount.)

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DISCOUNTS Financial Assistance Program A discount is available for those who qualify on recreational programs and swim passes.

Please call 319-286-5566 between 7:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. for more information on guidelines and the qualification process.

I want to register; now what do I do?

CALL US Weekdays from 7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Call 319-286-5566. Your registration will be processed by a customer service representative while you wait. Credit card payment only.

Resident Those who reside in a zip code with 524 as the first three numbers receive a discount for programs and swim passes.

WALK IN Stop by one of our two locations below. Cash, check, Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation gift certificates, Discover, MasterCard and Visa accepted.

T-SHIRT SIZES Youth Sizes:

Adult Sizes:

REGISTRATION

GO ONLINE - Our improved process is convenient and easy!

Log on to CRREC.org. Click on the Online Registration link. Log on and follow the directions provided. Online registration is processed 24 hours a day with credit card payment up to the day prior to the start of the class or session or the registration deadline date.

MAIL IN Fill out the form below and mail it to us with your check or money order at:

YXS = 2-4 YS = 6-8 YM = 10-12 YL = 14-16 S, M, L

Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation Northwest Recreation Center 1340 11th Street NW

[or] Cedar Rapids, IA 52405

City Services Center (CSC) 500 15th Avenue SW Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

Please Print Adult Name: Last

First

City

Address

State

Initial

Zip Code

Phone Numbers: Home Work Cell Choice First

Prog. #

Program Name

Day/Time Registrant’s First, Last Name M/F

DOB*

Shirt Size

Fee

Second First Second First Second *Date of Birth Total

Program Fee

PAYMENT ENCLOSED (Check or money order only. Make payable to: City of Cedar Rapids) Can we email your receipt? If yes please list address:

YOUTH WAIVER AND PHOTO/VIDEO PERMISSION (One form per participant for youth programs only.)

Participant Name Phone

Address

Age

Date of Birth

SIGNATURE OF PARENT OR GUARDIAN: I hereby authorize my son/daughter to register to participate in the above stated program(s) sponsored by the City of Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation Department. I understand that this (these) program(s), like most programs similar in nature, has (have) some degree of inherent risk involved.

Furthermore, my son/daughter is in good physical condition appropriate to participate in the stated activity(ies) AND I UNDERSTAND THAT THE PARTICIPANTS MUST ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBIITY FOR BODILY INJURY INCURRED WHILE TAKING PART IN THE ACTIVITY(IES). NO ACCIDENT INSURANCE IS PROVIDED THROUGH THE CITY OF CEDAR RAPIDS. I grant the Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation Department permission to use pictures or videos taken of my child during participation in programs. I waive my right to inspection or compensation.

SIGNATURE DATE

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