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Pacific View Arts Center
Phone: (760) 943-2160
380 West F Street Encinitas, CA 92024
Email: pvac@encinitasca.gov
Website: PacificViewArtsCenter.com
Hours
Through 12/21/24
Tuesday - Thursday, Saturday & Sunday 10am - 3pm
Closed: 12/7 & 12/21 - 1/1
Beginning 1/2/25
Tuesday - Thursday, Saturday & Sunday 10am - 5pm
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WINTER 2025
PROGRAM REGISTRATION
Winter registration opens December 2 at 8am Register Online:
1. Visit www.EncinitasParksandRec.com
2. Click on Programs
3. Create an account or login
4. Search for an activity by course # or keyword
5. Add to shopping cart
6. Review enrollment and confirm selections
7. Accept waiver and pay
Register in-person:
Walk-in registration is accepted during business hours at the Encinitas Community & Senior Center, City Hall at the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Department, and Pacific View Arts Center.
PROGRAM FEES
The cost of each course in this guide is listed in the details with the course description. Please account for any applicable fees listed below. Credit Card Transaction fees will be charged @ 3.66%.
Youth & Adult
Adult 50+
REFUNDS/CANCELLATIONS
Activities are subject to change. A full refund will be given if the City cancels the activity.
Refund requests submitted in writing to prca@encinitasca.gov at least seven (7) calendar days before the first program meeting date may be granted minus a $20 cancellation fee, $10 for senior programs. Registration processing and credit card transaction fees are non-refundable.
REGISTRATION GUIDELINES
Complete registration guidelines including IMPORTANT policies and fee changes for registration, transfers, wait lists, and cancellations can be viewed online. Scan QR code for guidelines.
PROGRAM FEES
The City of Encinitas Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department is committed to providing inclusive programs and opportunities to increase individual potential for full and active participation in all activities and experiences. Requests for accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
If you require an accommodation or need further information concerning inclusive or specialized recreation and accommodation for a city program, please contact us with at least 72 hours notice before the activity date. To request accommodation or for additional information, please email prca@encinitasca.gov
YOUTH SCHOLARSHIPS
The City of Encinitas offers financial assistance for youth programs to Encinitas Residents who meet income requirements. Please contact the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department office at (760) 633-2740 for more information.
PLACES TO PLAY IN YOUR CITY
FOR YOUR INFORMATION
Park hours are dawn to dusk except for permitted events or unless stated otherwise. Beach parking and amenities hours are 5am - 10pm. Beach is closed 2am - 4am. No glass containers or polystyrene food containers allowed at City parks, beaches and trails. All parks are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Special Event and Facility Use Permits are available for select locations. For complete details on all of the City's parks, beaches, facilities and recreational trails, visit www.EncinitasParksandRec.com or call the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department at (760) 633-2740.
BIKE AND E - BIKE RESOURCES
If you ride, or are considering riding an e-bike in and around Encinitas, please take the time to learn what's allowed, what the applicable laws are and follow guidelines and recommendations for riding safely.
Visit www.EncinitasCA.Gov/Ebikes to find information and resources for safe cycling.
COMMUNITY CYCLING BIKE/E - BIKE SAFETY & SKILLS CLASS
Under the direction of a League of American Bicyclists Certified Instructor, you will learn the rules of the road and practice essential bike riding skills. Learn where to ride, best practices, emergency maneuvers, and legal rights and responsibilities. The three-hour class is broken up into three parts: lecture, skills drills, and a guided road ride to put your new skills into action! Class content applies to both regular and e-bikes. Make sure your bike is in good working order and ready to ride. Some cycling experience is required as this is not a "learn-to-ride" class.
Encinitas residents will receive a refund of registration amount after completion of the course ($2.90 ActiveNet system processing fee is non- refundable). If under 16, parent registration and participation is strongly encouraged. For participants 12
ARTS
Pre-K Acting (ages 4-5)
In a nurturing and supportive atmosphere, children discover how to create different characters. They will tell stories using their imagination, voice, and body. Play theater games, act out stories, explore costumes, create scenery and more.
Instructor: Mary Sanz
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
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Car Seat Checks
A certified American Medical Response (AMR) child passenger safety technician conducts free car seat checks.
Time: 9:30am - 12pm
Location: Encinitas Community Center Parking Lot
Held first Monday of each month.
No program 1/20 or 2/17.
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Bright Beginnings Theater (ages 4-5)
This playful introduction to the world of theater for young children will have kids explore acting, storytelling, and stage presence through imaginative games and activities. They will build confidence and creativity in a supportive environment, discovering the joy of performing and expressing themselves.
Instructor: The Young Innovators
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Mini Movers and Music (ages 16mo.-2)
This vibrant class is tailored for all young dancers ready to groove! Filled with imaginative movement, lively music, and exciting dance games, it's the ultimate playground for mini movers. Parents (or caregivers), presence is required to support your child's journey, joining in as needed. Let your little one's creativity soar!
Instructor: Dance to EvOLvE Staff
Location: Encinitas Community Center
Magical Munchkins Tap and Ballet (ages 2-3yrs 3mo.)
Step into our enchanting introductory dance class where rhythm, grace, and boundless fun await! Our dynamic sessions seamlessly blend tap and ballet with engaging dance games, creating an energetic and expressive atmosphere where every child can shine. Classes are continuous and progressive each session, guiding your dancer to be a bright performer. Parents or caregivers' presence is required.
Instructor: Dance to EvOLvE Staff
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Petite Stars Tap and Ballet (ages 3-5yrs 5mo.)
Step into the world of dance with us and watch your Petite Star shine brighter than ever! Our tap and ballet combination classes are designed to keep young dancers moving, learning, and having a blast! From tapping toes to graceful ballet moves, every class is an adventure filled with fun and excitement.
Instructor: Dance to EvOLvE Staff
Location: Encinitas Community Center
Ballet Classes ages 15+ page 25
Discovery Dance Minis (ages 3-5)
Introducing Discovery Dance Minis, the perfect daytime dance program. Dive into a world of movement, rhythm, and creativity as your child embarks on an exciting exploration with us. What makes our class unique is our innovative use of The Dance Map, a dynamic visual tool that transforms learning into an interactive adventure!
Instructor: Dance to EvOLvE Staff
Location: Encinitas Community Center
Storybook Dance (ages 3-4)
Join us as we embark on an enchanted journey through various dance styles, exploring a new captivating theme each week. From adventures in whimsical worlds to exploring the wonders of creativity and imagination, every class is a vibrant tapestry of movement and joy.
Instructor: Dance to EvOLvE Staff
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Miss Carrie’s Reading Club (ages 4-5)
Provide your little one with an early advantage in reading within a fun and engaging environment. Your child will develop literacy skills through games and song. It's an excellent preparation for kindergarten that makes learning enjoyable.
Instructor: Carrie Duquette
Location: Encinitas Community Center
Miss Carrie’s Literacy and Art Class (ages 3-4)
Dive into a whirlwind of creativity and words in this fabulous class! Each week, we’ll whip up an artistic masterpiece centered around a letter of the alphabet where imagination meets literacy in the most colorful way!
Instructor: Carrie Duquette
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Drawing for Little Artists (ages 4-6)
Children learn step-by-step how to create detailed and colorful works of art, while developing an awareness of basic shapes, colors, compositions, hand-eye coordination, and more.
Instructor: Courtney Oquist
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
1/7 – 2/4 2:30 – 3:30pm Tu $75+ 15168
2/11 – 3/18 2:30 – 3:30pm Tu $90+ 15169
+ $15 materials fee is due to instructor at the first class
Parent and Me Little Artists (ages 2-3)
Make art with your child! Little artists create a new work of art every week using watercolors, tempera, pastels, pencils, acrylic, clay, felt, fabric and more. Parent or caregiver participation required.
Instructor: Courtney Oquist
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
1/7
+ $20 materials fee is due to instructor at the first class
15164
15165
Soccer Shots Clinics (ages 2-3)
Introduce your child to the number one game in the world, soccer! Children will learn in a creative, age appropriate, non-competitive setting. Soccer Shots classes develop strong youth beyond just the game of soccer. Classes are taught by coaches who are passionate about working with children and teaching soccer.
Instructor: Soccer Shots
Cardiff Sports Park
Community Park
SPECIAL INTEREST
Parents’ Night Out (ages 3-5) Pink PJ Party with Barbie
This one-day pop-up is crafted to celebrate the strength, resilience, and boundless potential of every young dreamer. From engaging crafts that spark creativity to a dance party with Barbie’s favorite tunes. All are encouraged to dance to their own beat, dressed in their favorite pajamas for fun. Cheese pizza will be served (please feel free to bring a packed dinner if your child does not eat pizza).
Instructor: Dance to EvOLvE Staff
Location: Encinitas Community Center
ARTS
Beat Busters Hip Hop (ages 4-7)
Welcome to Beat Busters, where the rhythm never stops, and the energy is always high! Designed for boys and girls ready to unleash their inner dance superstar, our dynamic class is all about having fun while honing creativity, coordination, musicality, and listening skills. Rest assured, all music and moves are age-appropriate, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all.
Instructor: Dance to EvOLvE Staff
Location: Encinitas Community Center
– 3/18 5:15 – 6:10pm Tu $120 15230
Ballet and Tap for Budding Creatives (ages 4.5-7)
Our beginning ballet and tap class introduces young dancers to the fundamentals of both styles in a warm, friendly environment. Through engaging activities and creative movement, children build a strong foundation, gain confidence, and discover a love for dance.
Introducing Discovery Dance Crew, an engaging daytime dance program tailored for homeschoolers! Join us as we delve into the exciting work of movement, rhythm, and artistic expression. Our unique approach includes The Dance Map, a dynamic visual tool designed to ignite curiosity and foster exploration.
Instructor: Dance to EvOlvE Staff
Location: Encinitas Community Center
Improv Comedy and Character Creation (ages 4-6)
In a supportive atmosphere, learn the art and concepts of comedy improv! Play theater games, learn to use your voice, use your imagination to create original characters, build original stories and most importantly have fun!
Instructor: Mary Sanz
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
YOUTH / TEEN
Wild Wild West – Junior Musical Theater (ages 5-8)
Sing, dance, act! Join us for this musical theater adventure into the Wild, Wild West! This 5-week class includes theater games, acting exercises, vocal and dance instruction and a final presentation.
Instructor: Joanna Griffin
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Broadway Bound: Musical Theater for Children (ages 5-11)
Join our dynamic musical theater class for kids, where they’ll explore acting, dancing, and vocal performance. Through games, coaching, and imaginative activities, students will build confidence while learning repertoire from an exciting musical, all in a fun, supportive environment that encourages creativity and self-expression.
Instructor: The Young Innovators
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Acting and Improv for Kids (ages 10-12)
In a supportive fun-filled atmosphere, kids learn the art of comedy improv. We will play theater games, learn how to create original characters and build our Actors
Toolbox learning to tell a story with our voices and bodies.
Instructor: Mary Sanz
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Set Design Workshop (ages 6-11)
Partnering with The Young Innovators Collective, participants will be painting the Spring Musical set. Working with mixed media on paper and canvas participants will experience behind the scenes preparations for the show. This will be a fun packed 90 minutes of group painting and collaboration, open to all.
Instructor: Stevie McCarley
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Junior Film Crew: Movie Making and Production (ages 6-11)
Our Junior Film class introduces new filmmakers to the exciting basics of creating movies. They will learn essential concepts such as camera operation, sound recording, lighting techniques, and editing skills. Through hands-on projects and fun activities, they'll gain a foundational understanding of film production and unleash their creativity.
Instructor: The Young Innovators
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Storytelling Through Photography for Children (ages 5-11)
Lights, camera, action! Kids will capture their own story through photos, learning to snap the perfect shot, add fun edits, and bring their imaginations to life. By the end, they’ll create a photo adventure to share, showing off their creativity in a one-of-a-kind photo series!
Instructor: The Young Innovators
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Cartooning Fundamentals (ages 12+)
Unleash your creativity! This beginner-friendly course equips you with the essential skills to craft dynamic comic characters, expressive narratives and engaging panel layouts.
Instructor: Matthew Perdoni
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Drawing and Painting (ages 6-11)
The best of both worlds! Students learn the basics of drawing and painting, including contour, shading, perspective, color mixing, blending, and the elements of design. They will use a variety of media including pencils, charcoal, pastels, inks, watercolors, acrylics, gouache and more.
Instructor: Courtney Oquist
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Animals from Around the World (ages 7-12)
Travel the world in this art class where kids will sculpt, paint and draw plants and animals from all seven continents. Drawing inspiration from recognized artists, students will learn about the elements of art and principles of design through direct lessons and self-guided experimentation.
Instructor: Danielle Deery
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Imagination Engineers: What Will You Invent? (ages 4.5-8)
In this class, kids will explore the exciting world of creativity by bringing art and innovation together! They brainstorm and design imaginative inventions, from wacky gadgets to whimsical creations. They will sculpt and paint their very own project, learning problem-solving, creative thinking, and design basics while having a blast bringing ideas to life!
Instructor: The Young Innovators
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Exploring Creativity (ages 5-9)
In this workshop we will be exploring process art projects that focus on the experience of creating rather that the final product. Students will be experimenting with many different art mediums such as painting, drawing, printmaking and more! Each project is designed to encourage creative thinking, problem solving and self-confidence.
Instructor: Stevie McCarley
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
YOUTH / TEEN
Printmaking Fun for Kids (ages 10-13)
Experiment with screen-printing, linocut, Gelli printing, and mono printing. In this class kids will create exciting new works of art that blend a variety of techniques.
Instructor: Danielle Deery
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Valentine Card Making Workshop (ages 6-14)
Handmade cards offer a unique and personal touch, making them perfect for any occasion. Using stamps, specialty paper, washi tape, gelli pens, and more, students will create memorable cards that can be used throughout the year. This hands-on activity will teach participants techniques, including stamping and collage.
Instructor: Danielle Deery
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Fun with Fibers (ages 9-11)
Young artists will explore the basics of fiber arts with a variety of projects to inspire creativity. No experience required.
Instructor: Natalia Quintero
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Valentine Mandala Hearts ages 12+ page 30
One-of-a-Kind Holiday Décor (ages 14+)
Tired of mass-produced holiday decor from big box stores! Unleash your creativity this season with this relaxing workshop designed to inspire your inner artist. Learn various techniques such as: paper collage, creating texture with modeling pastes and stencils, building layers of color with distress ink and adding vintage costume jewelry 3D effects.
Instructor: Denise Sarram
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
More Teen Programs
+ $25 materials fee is due to instructor at the first class
Six Perfect Gifts: Handmade by You! (ages 14+)
Looking to give gifts that truly mean something? Join us for a fun, hands on workshop where you will create six thoughtful, handmade gifts that anyone will love. We will make a suncatcher, earrings, a keychain, an essential oil, a lip balm and a drawer freshener.
Instructor: Denise Sarram
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
+ $15 materials fee is due to instructor at the first class
YOUTH / TEEN
SPECIAL INTEREST
Tea Parties (ages 4-8)
Join us for a special event where your child will learn about good manners and social skills while enjoying tea and cookies. We will also play games and dance, have story time, and create a themed craft to take home. Don’t forget to put on your favorite party dress/outfit!
Instructor: Kelsey Waters
Location: Encinitas Community Center
Child and Babysitter Safety (ages 11-17)
Child and Babysitter Safety class is a community education program for youth, that covers child safety and basic care for infants and children. Topics covered include: sitter safety, infant and child feeding, diapering procedures, recognizing an emergency, child and infant CPR, and basic first aid for children. Participants receive a digital download of the booklet and a Babysitter certificate from the American Health & Safety Institute and an Infant/Child CPR certificate of participation upon completion.
Instructor: Lockhart Training
Location: Encinitas Community Center
Children’s Manners - Level 1 (ages 7-14)
Children learn the fundamentals of social etiquette and courteous behavior. Participants will acquire social skills crucial for forging positive relationships and engaging in effective communication with others. The course will utilize interactive activities, role-playing, and discussions to facilitate the practical application of these skills in everyday scenarios.
Instructor: Kelsey Waters
Location: Encinitas Community Center
– 3/17 4:30 – 5:30pm M $67 15056
Children’s Manners – Level 2 (ages 7-14)
This 3-week class builds on the foundational skills learned in the original Children's Manners class; teaching kids advanced social etiquette. Through fun, interactive lessons, students will practice table manners, respectful communication, handling tricky situations, and online etiquette to develop confidence and kindness in everyday situations.
Instructor: Kelsey Waters
Location: Encinitas Community Center
Kids Flower Power Bake Workshop
Calling all aspiring bakers and chefs! Work as a team to create delicious culinary experiences. The process is just as fun as the result and each week we will try something new. Recipes include chocolate fudge, mini applesauce muffins, baked French fries, homemade pizza and much more!
Instructor: Charlene Donovan
Location: Encinitas Community Center
ages 5-8
ages 9-13
YOUTH / TEEN
SPRING CAMPS
Seaside Day Camp – Spring (ages 6-12)
Are you ready to have some good old-fashioned camp fun? Seaside Day Camp is ready to provide you with an opportunity to be with your friends, play games, be in nature, and have some fun! Plan to spend your break with us away from screens and the same daily routines. Great childhood memories are waiting to be made at Seaside Day Camp!
Instructor: Recreation Staff
Location: Glen Park Scout House
Field Trip: * Birch Aquarium
* Field Trip subject to change due to limited museum capacity/ ticket sales.
Seaside Day Camp – Extended Care (ages 6-12)
This program is PM Extended Care for Seaside Day Camp. This is not a camp.
Instructor: Recreation Staff
Location: Glen Park Scout House
*Subject to staff availability
Performing Arts Camp (ages 6-9)
In a fun-loving, collaborative atmosphere, campers learn basic acting skills while exploring the theme of the week. This is a great camp for building confidence!
Instructor: Arts Staff
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
3/24 – 3/28 9am – 3pm M-F $225 15094
Spring Art Camp (ages 6-9)
Join us for this fun packed art camp focused on visual and fiber arts! Activities include print making, paper making, collage, felting, weaving and more! Have fun exploring art and making new friends!
Instructor: Arts Staff
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Princess Fairytale Camp (ages 4-7)
Join us for an enchanted Princess spring camp adventure! Explore a new princess each day, discussing qualities of kindness, helpfulness, and bravery. Enjoy elegant snacks while honing table manners and conversation skills. Sing along, play games, and make a special craft to take home. Dress in your favorite costumes each day for the full princess experience! Monday: Belle, Tuesday: Ariel, Wednesday: Tiana, Thursday: Cinderella, Friday: Elsa and Anna.
Instructor: Kelsey Waters Location: Encinitas Community Center
YOUTH / TEEN
Cooking Camp (ages 5-12)
Calling all aspiring Chefs! Work as a team to create delicious culinary creations. The process is just as fun as the results. some of the recipes include, grandmas peach cobbler, pizza toast, meatball sliders, and much more! Bring comfortable clothes that your child doesn't mind getting messy.
Instructor: Charlene Donovan
Location: Encinitas Community Center
Spring into STEM using LEGO Camp (ages 5-9)
Celebrate the coming of Spring with Play-Well and tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Build chirping birds, design blossoming flowers, and take a ride on a paddle boat. Design and build as never before and explore your craziest ideas.
Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies
Location: Encinitas Community Center
Cheerleading, Dance and Tumbling Camp (ages 5-12)
Go! Fight! Win! Use pom poms and learn the fundamentals of Cheer, Dance and Tumbling technique including arm motions, jumps, kicks, cheers, beginner stunting and tumbling, sideline dances and a full routine. daily themed cheer art included, such as spirit sticks, hair bows and more!
Instructor: Charlene Donovan
Location: Encinitas Community Center
Youth Boxing Camp (ages 8-16)
Sugar Boxing youth camps are designed to build confidence, strength, sportsmanship, and accountability. Students learn the fundamentals of a real boxer in a safe, fun environment. Students get to put on boxing gloves (provided by the gym), workout on heavy bags, and perform partner drills. We encourage each student to do their best through positive reinforcement. Additionally, kids enjoy a fun interactive activity every day including rehydration and snack breaks.
Instructor: Dana Donahue
Location: Sugar Boxing Gym
Xtreme Dodgeball and Games Camp (ages 6-12)
This camp combines Dodgeball, Capture the Flag, Hide and Seek, and Paintball simulation into a fun, fast-paced, adrenaline rushing game. Participants learn teamwork, strategy, and good sportsmanship. Physical fitness benefits include building agility, coordination and throwing accuracy. The game is played with inflatable obstacles used for ducking, dodging and hiding.
Instructor: Master Sports - Todd Ekeroth
Location: Encinitas Community Center Gymnasium
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YOUTH / TEEN
Little Groms Spring Break Surf Camp (ages 5-8)
This camp is dedicated to our next generation of surfers and water kids that are just getting ready to hit the ocean. Our focus is ocean safety, surfing, boogie boarding, bodysurfing and swimming in the ocean. We allow kids to progress at their own pace in this camp, not pushing them past their comfort level. For more info check out: www.TheLittleGroms.com
Instructor: Brent Stephens
Location: Moonlight Beach
FITNESS
Karate – Beginner (ages 6-17)
International Karate League: Modified Okinawa Shorin-Ryu. Learn fundamentals of traditional karate for the purpose of developing character, respect, conditioning, and self-protection. Taught by a Sensei with vast experience teaching children, teens, and adults in a fun, disciplined, and supportive environment. For more information visit www.ikl.org
Instructor: Marc Pease Location: Encinitas Community Center
Big Groms Spring Break Surf Camp (ages 9-16)
This surf camp teaches proper surfing fundamentals and techniques with an emphasis on skill development and ocean safety. Surf camp is ideal for BEGINNER and INTERMEDIATE level participants that want to become more efficient surfers. Experienced staff will work with campers individually and in small groups to create a fun and productive environment.
This karate class further develops physical ability, mental acuity, and strength of character. Learn how to move like a martial artist, improving balance, posture, breathing, and ambidexterity. Further exploration of kata (forms), kumite (sparring), and self-defense concepts. Entry to intermediate class requires instructor approval.
Instructor: Marc Pease
Location: Encinitas Community Center
YOUTH SPORTS
CHEER
Cheerleading, Dance, and Tumbling Workshop
GO! FIGHT! WIN! participants will use pompoms and learn the fundamentals of Cheerleading technique including are motions, jumps, kicks, cheers, beginning stunting and tumbling, sideline dances and a full routine to perform during halftime as a USD College Basketball game!
Instructor: Charlene Donovan
Location: Encinitas Community Center
Junior (ages 5-7)
Senior (ages 8-11)
Code of Conduct
The City of Encinitas Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department Code of Conduct is to ensure respectful and safe participation in Encinitas recreation programs and activities. Participants, as well as parents of participating minors, may be required to sign Code of Conduct forms to acknowledge program rules, goals, expected behavior and/or consequential actions to support a positive and valued learning and/or recreational experience. This Code is also to be considered and adhered to by all contracted, voluntary and other support staff.
GOLF
Golf Clinic (ages 6-14)
This clinic will cover full swing, chipping, pitching, driving and sand shots. The clinic develops etiquette and knowledge of the game. All levels of players welcome.
This beginner skateboarding class is designed to teach the fundamentals of skateboarding in a safe and comfortable environment. The class will focus on fundamental balance exercises, skateboarding safety, skatepark etiquette, ramp skills and beginner trick progressions! No experience needed.
Instructor: Andrew Barbosa
Location: Encinitas Community Park, Skate Plaza
YOUTH SPORTS
SD Skatelife Intermediate/Advanced (ages 5-13)
Participants will work on intermediate and advanced trick progressions, including flat ground flip tricks, stairs, grinds, creating competitive flow runs, airs, pool skating and much more.
Join us at the Encinitas Skate Plaza for a week of skateboarding fun! Learn how to skate in a safe and controlled environment with expert instructors from SD Skatelife. This clinic is designed to teach skateboarders of any level. Learn skateboarding fundamentals, meet guest professional skateboarders and make new friends.
Instructor: Andrew Barbosa
Location: Encinitas Community Park, Skate Plaza
SOCCER
Soccer Shots Clinics
Introduce your child to the number one game in the world, soccer! Children will learn in a creative, age appropriate, non-competitive setting. Soccer Shots classes develop strong youth beyond just the game of soccer. Classes are taught by coaches who are passionate about working with children and teaching soccer.
Instructor: Soccer Shots
Mini (ages 2-3)
Cardiff Sports Park
2/2 – 4/6 9 – 9:30am Su $250 15315
(ages 2-3)
Encinitas
*No program 1/1
Classic (ages 4-6)
Cardiff Sports Park
Classic (ages 4-6)
Encinitas Community Park
Premier (ages 6-10)
Cardiff Sports Park
– 4/6 11:10am – 12:05pm
Premier (ages 6-10)
Encinitas Community Park
2/1 – 4/5 11:10am – 12:05pm
YOUTH SPORTS
SURF
Little Groms Surf School (ages 5-8)
Dedicated to our next generation of surfers and watermen who are just ready to hit the water but may be a bit scared. Your child will learn ocean safety, develop skills to swim in the ocean, bodyboard, and surf, while making some new surf buddies!
Instructor: Brent Stephens
Location: Moonlight Beach
Big Groms Surf School (ages 9-16)
Surfing fundamentals, proper techniques, skill development, and ocean safety are taught to participants in a well-supervised and fun environment. Our professional and experienced staff will make sure students have a great time, whether just beginning to surf or focused on improving their current set of skills.
Instructor: Brent Stephens
Location: Moonlight Beach
VOLLEYBALL
Sinjin Smith Beach Volleyball Class (ages 8-16)
Learn from coaching staff that have learned from the king himself. Beach volleyball coaches will help each participant develop their beach volleyball skills in a fun and safe setting on the sand. Sinjin makes appearances all the time so join us for a chance to meet the king of the beach! For more information please visit: www.beachvolleyballcamps.com
Instructor: Sinjin Smith
Location: Moonlight Beach
ADULT SPORTS
BASKETBALL
Men’s Basketball Lunch League
Work got you stressed out? Relieve your stress with a little lunch time basketball. Our lunch league consists of full court games designed to keep the action moving. Teams are formed daily, and games are twelve minutes in duration. Come join the action!
League Administrator: Jeran Fraser
Location: Encinitas Community Center Gymnasium
Women’s Basketball League
The Women's Basketball League is for players of all abilities. Games are played on Monday nights. All teams will play approximately 10 regular season games and a championship tournament for the top four teams in the league. Game times are based on number of teams in the league. Individual sign up only prior to the player draft. Players are then placed on teams. Registration fee $300/team plus an additional fee for Officials at $81/game. Fees are collected by the League Administrator. Please call (760) 943-2269 for more information.
League Administrator: Alishia Carlson
Location: Encinitas Community Center Gymnasium
*No Program 1/20 and 2/17
Morning Men’s Basketball
Get your morning hoops on at the Community Center. This is a great way to get in shape while having fun. Games are played 5 on 5 full court. Games are based on continuous play to promote great cardio.
League Administrator: Paul Klock – Saturdays Adam Fowler - Sundays
Location: Encinitas Community Center Gymnasium
*No Program 5/26
+Additional official fees, $81 per game.
Women’s Basketball Lunch League
Calling all female basketball players! Come join the Encinitas Ladies only lunch league. Games are full court and are a great way to get your cardio in, make new friends and keep your game on point.
League Administrator: Robyn Bowman
Location: Encinitas Community Center Gymnasium
ADULT SPORTS
BOXING
Boxing for Adults
Are you ready for some fun while moving your body to energizing music? Then this class is for you! Glove up for boxing drills, partner drills and light weight training incorporating core and balance. Come see for yourself how these classes will improve your entire well-being.
Instructor: Dana Donahue
Location: Sugar Boxing Gym
GOLF
Golf Clinic
This clinic will cover full swing, chipping, pitching, driving and sand shots. Clinic develops etiquette and knowledge of the game. All levels of players welcome.
Instructor: Scott Newman
Location: Encinitas Ranch Golf Course
PICKLEBALL
Let’s Play Pickleball: Level 1 - Beginner Clinic
Join us to learn the basics of America's fastest-growing sport! Our beginner clinics are perfect for those new to pickleball. You'll learn the rules, proper techniques, and essential strategies. Bring your own paddle and get ready to have fun!
Instructor: Ron Dashwood
Location: Encinitas Community Center Gymnasium
1/8 – 2/26 1:30 – 2:30pm W $100 15114
3/15
Let’s Play Pickleball: Level 2 - Intermediate Clinic
Ready to take your pickleball game to the next level? Our intermediate clinics focus on refining your skills and techniques. We'll work on scoring, serving, advancing to the kitchen, and playing a more intentional game. Join us for a mix of instruction, drills, and practice!
Instructor: Ron Dashwood
Location: Encinitas Community Center Gymnasium
1/8 – 2/26 2:45 – 3:45pm W $100
Let’s Play Pickleball:
Level 3 – Advanced Clinic
Elevate your game with our advanced clinic! Focus on techniques and strategies to gain confidence and win more matches. Learn dinking mastery, partner play, resets, and how to score your first ATP. Join us for a mix of instruction, drills, and practice to take your pickleball skills to the next level!
Instructor: Ron Dashwood
Location: Encinitas Community Center Gymnasium
Pickleball League – Beginner Players
Ready to test your skills in a fun and recreational league? Our beginner league is perfect for players who have mastered the basics. Join us for a variety of tournament formats, meet new players, and have some fun. Get coaching tips during breaks and improve your game while playing!
League Administrator: Ron Dashwood
Location: Encinitas Community Center Gymnasium
ADULT SPORTS
Pickleball League – Intermediate Players
Elevate your game in our intermediate league! Play with experienced players, meet new people, and have fun in a recreation setting. We offer various tournament formats, including ladder and round robin. Plus, get coaching tips to improve your game during breaks!
League Administrator: Ron Dashwood
Location: Encinitas Community Center Gymnasium
1/8 – 2/26 6:50 – 8pm W $100 15121
SOCCER
Adult Co-Ed Soccer 11v11
New offering! This co-ed adult soccer league is the first to be offered by Encinitas Recreation at the Leo Mullen turf field. Get your friends and co-workers together and register a team! Rules to follow, teams will be 11-a-side. Teams are responsible for league fee and referees will be provided. For more information, please call 760-633-2756.
Location: Leo Mullen Sports Park
SOFTBALL
Adult Men’s Softball
Get outside and enjoy the beautiful southern California weather by playing some softball. Get your friends and co-workers together and register a team in the upcoming softball league. Teams are responsible for league fee. For more information, please call 760-633-2756.
Location: Cardiff Sports Park
2/5 – 6/4
VOLLEYBALL
Indoor Volleyball
This adult coed volleyball program is for anyone who wants to play without forming a team, having a team captain, or requiring a roster! This is a more structured open gym where you can come and play in a competitive environment. There will be 2 courts available based on level of play. Skill level of participants should be high-intermediate to advanced. Players will be assigned to one of four teams each evening. Ideal participants will have strong skills in passing, setting, and attacking in 6-person role-based play (setter, middle hitter/blocker, outside hitter, etc.). Team assignments will change weekly based on availability of players and their skills and positional strengths. This gameplay is intended to be competitive, but also sportsmanlike, friendly, and social. Skill assessment will take place during the first meeting to ensure that all players have the requisite skills and experience to ensure competitive and safe play.
Instructor: Aaron Hudson
Location: Encinitas Community Center Gymnasium
Code of Conduct
The City of Encinitas Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department Code of Conduct is to ensure respectful and safe participation in Encinitas recreation programs and activities. Participants, as well as parents of participating minors, may be required to sign Code of Conduct forms to acknowledge program rules, goals, expected behavior and/or consequential actions to support a positive and valued learning and/or recreational experience. This Code is also to be considered and adhered to by all contracted, voluntary and other support staff.
ADULTS
ARTS
Ballet (ages 15+)
It is never too late to take ballet! Sculpt long lean muscles, burn calories, build strength, improve flexibility, coordination and balance. Quality training at an advanced beginner or intermediate level taught by former professional dancer in a relaxed, easy to learn class accompanied by music.
Instructor: Marti Neal
Location: Encinitas Community Center Advanced Beginner
Soul Line Dancing
Line dancing was never meant to be limited to country western tunes. Soul line dances are choreographed to R&B, jazz, Latin and many of your favorite Motown tunes. Grab a friend and come give it a try. No partner or experience needed.
Instructor: Barbara Previti
Location: Encinitas Community Center
100 Years of the Guitar (ages 16+)
Join in for this talk about the last 100 years of the guitar, its music and cultural impact around the world throughout the last century. Participants are encouraged to ask questions.
Instructor: Ben Powell
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Belly Dancing
Learn the ancient art of belly dancing! Dance to beautiful Middle Eastern music and learn basic dance steps and easy choreography. Improve flexibility, muscle tone and coordination. Make new friends!
Instructor: Vicki Deriso
Location: Encinitas Community Center
Intro to Swing Guitar
Take a look into the style of swing guitar, its origins and pioneers while learning the basics of playing it through chords, progressions, techniques and songs. All levels are welcome, bring your own acoustic guitar.
Instructor: Ben Powell
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
ADULTS
Blues Guitar – Intermediate
Let's learn about the great American art of blues through the lens of the guitar. In this series you will work on solo and ensemble music looking at various styles of blues and learn how to be creative in the form. You must have intermediate guitar level playing for this class and bring your own acoustic guitar.
Instructor: Ben Powell
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Slide Guitar and Open Tunings – Intermediate
Join us for a deep dive into the world of slide guitar, focusing on the tunings, technique, tools and repertoire. This class is for intermediate guitar players and focuses on open D and G tunings. You must have your own guitar and slide.
Instructor: Ben Powell
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
The Guitar and What You Can Do with It (age 16+)
Let's look into the various types of guitars and the many types of music played on them. In this deep talk and demonstration, you will learn all about the guitar in its many guises. Come ready with an enquiring mind to learn all about the guitar and what you can do with it.
Instructor: Ben Powell
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Circlesongs and Collaborative Vocal Improv 1 (Ages 15+)
An inclusive musical practice pioneered by Bobby McFerrin, that invites participants to explore their voices and bodies in a supportive and collaborative group environment. Play fun games, learn how to improvise, create spontaneous music, and develop your singing voice and musicianship through rhythm, melody, and harmony practices.
Instructor: Bram Kaprow
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
* No program 3/1
Circlesongs and Collaborative Vocal Improv 2 (Ages 15+)
Circlesongs is an inclusive musical practice pioneered by Bobby McFerrin, that invites participants to explore their voices and bodies in a supportive and collaborative group environment. This intermediate course builds upon skills learned in Level 1, focusing on improvisation, musicianship, conducting Circlesongs, ensemble forms, and performance skills. Prior musical or improvisation experience is recommended.
Instructor: Bram Kaprow
Location: Encinitas Community Center
Voices of Empowerment
This transformative class series is designed to explore the interplay between sacred chanting, scientific healing affirmations, community singing and personal empowerment. It invites participants on a journey to discover their unique voice, craft healing affirmations, and experience the unifying power of communal singing.
Instructor: Martin Hecht
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
1/11 – 2/8 11:30am – 1pm Sa $150 15350 2/15 – 3/22 11:30am – 1pm Sa $180 15374
ADULTS
Intro to Songwriting
What is a song, why do they exist, how do we create them? We will discuss various types of songs and songwriting techniques. Bring your ideas, and an acoustic instrument that you like to use for writing, and laptop or notebook.
Instructor: Ben Powell
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Write your Life: A Memoir Workshop Course
Writing memoirs is an enriching experience for both writer and family. In this course, you will workshop your memoir essays with peers and the course leader. The focus will be on the craft and skills involved in memoir writing, as they arise in the texts being workshopped.
Instructor: Darius Degher
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Screenwriting for Film and Media (ages 15+)
An introduction to screenwriting story structure and proper format. We will look at feature film, television, and A/V scripts to better understand character development, themes, plot, and creating good conflict. We will workshop ideas to develop a completed short screenplay for each participant.
Instructor: Lance Dumais
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Intro to Film: Cinema History, Art Meets Film (ages 12+)
A peek into the world of independent film, accompanied with screening of film excerpts and anecdotal examples; we will discuss the meeting of the art and film worlds, indie film vs industry paths and expectations, emerging distribution avenues and more!
Instructor: Marie-Michele Jasmin-Belisle
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Intro to Film: Cinematography and Visual Language (ages 12+)
Take a look at indie production and cinematography styles; the many unique ways to achieve visual effects, basic composition and lighting principles, an overview of the camera world (from film to digital, DSLRs, old school camcorders and smartphones!) and screen many film excerpts to support our exploration.
Instructor: Marie-Michele Jasmin-Belisle
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Intro to Film: Creating Stories (ages 12+)
Come explore the different types (and therefore, production styles) of films, from feature narratives to documentaries, brand films, dance, music videos and more - as well as discuss the various ways a film can be conceptualized. Screenplay examples, pitch decks and mood boards will be shared.
Instructor: Marie-Michele Jasmin-Belisle
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
ADULTS
Intro to Film: Editing, Music and Beyond (ages 12+)
In this class, we will compare different styles of editing and how we shape a film in post-production, talk about (and listen to!) soundtracks and the role of sound, music and foley in film, and finish with an overview of the festival circuit and beyond!
Instructor: Marie-Michele Jasmin-Belisle
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Acting and Improv for Adults (ages 16+)
Unlock your inner performer! Join us and discover the joy of expression and spontaneity in a community that celebrates every unique talent. Immerse yourself in a variety of acting techniques, participate in engaging exercises, and experience dynamic, enriching sessions that will boost your confidence and creativity.
Instructor: Leonardo Romero
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Intro to Audio Recording (ages 16+)
Learn the basics of sound and how to capture audio recordings in a studio environment. Students will learn fundamental concepts of sound, signal flow and gain staging, using microphones to record instruments and voice. Digital Audio workstation (DAW) principles, applying effects to sounds and basics of mixing.
Instructor: Jason York
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Stand-up Comedy for Mindset Shifts
This workshop teaches standup comedy in a way that not only provides comedic skills but allows mindset shifts, enhances empathetic listening, vulnerability and effective communication. Gain fresh perspectives, enhance public speaking, and embrace feedback with confidence through this unique approach. Walk away with the foundation for your key introductory joke!
Instructor: Caroline Walsh
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Digital Photography Bootcamp – Level 1
After a brief introduction on the evolution of photography, this class will delve into digital photography, the advent of digital cameras, their own evolution, and how to use them to their maximum potential while improving our own images using the latest technology available. Participants should have their own camera phones or digital camera and laptop.
Instructor: John Gastaldo
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Storytelling Through Expressive Arts
Together we'll weave and validate emotions, memories, and imagination into visual, tactile forms. We will transcend verbal logic and chronological order, offering an intuitive, multi-layered approach to weave personal and cultural narratives. Each stroke, image, shape, texture on your canvas invites the disparate threads to connect, offer reflections and meaning in your unique human experience.
Instructor: Alessandra Colfi, PhD
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
1/8 – 2/5 10am – 12pm W
– 3/19 10am – 12pm W
Mindful Art Journaling (ages 16+)
Join in this expressive, intuitive art making process, requiring no art skills. The process opens creative doorways, reveals blocks or negative self-talk simply can be a creative image-making exploration. Prompts are provided to assist you. It’s a playful and liberating process, relaxing and fun.
Instructor: Nancy Walter
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Dharma Art: Sacred Artmaking and Deep Rest (ages 15+)
Each workshop is unique with projects such as: Wrapped and Feathered Prayer Sticks, Contemplation Candle Craft, Mini Prayer Flags, Centering Mandalas, Personal Spirit Guide Collage. Your experience will include a relaxing guided embodiment practice, quiet creative immersion, mellow sharing circle, and supported rest. A perfect self-care date to attend solo or with a friend!
Instructor: Wren Polansky
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Developing Your Artistic Style – Session I
Do you love to draw or paint but struggle to stay motivated? Is the idea of creating art without an assignment overwhelming and you don't know where to start? This class provides a supportive atmosphere for artists looking to find their style and create a consistent practice.
Instructor: JP Wackenstedt
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
+ $15 materials fee is due to instructor at the first class
Developing Your Artistic Style – Session II
Is the idea of creating art on your own overwhelming? This class provides a supportive atmosphere for artists looking to find their style, create a consistent practice, and begin exhibiting their work. Building on ideas from Session I (not required) artists will expand portfolio, refine style, and start applying to exhibitions.
Instructor: JP Wackenstedt
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
* No program 2/19
+ $15 materials fee is due to instructor at the first class
+ $10 (approx.) materials list will be supplied after registration for participants to purchase
Transforming Grief Through Expressive Art
In an expressive, supportive approach to healing through grief alongside cognitive therapy. Alessandra engages participants in a compassionate, non-judgmental way. By focusing on process rather than product, it allows participants safety in the therapeutic distance to painful experiences, validating, encouraging art processes to offer images, colors, symbols to emerge, opening to transformation, meaning, purpose, healing.
Instructor: Alessandra Colfi, PhD
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Expressive Art Therapy: Cultivate Resilience and Find Joy
Expressive Arts Therapy is engaging and supportive when facing an illness. Using hands-on art to express emotions, tap into inner wisdom, tell stories in a compassionate space. Through guided mixed-media processes, create a visual journal of healing, honoring your needs, meaning, purpose, building resilience, strength, improving your quality of life.
Instructor: Alessandra Colfi, PhD
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
ADULTS
Art Heals (ages 15+)
This is a supportive space for open-ended creative exploration with an experienced art therapist. Each workshop is unique, like: Positive Vision Collage, Essence Journey Abstract, Soothing Sight: Drawing Contours of Nature, Release and Play: Loose Watercolor. A guided grounding practice, intro to theme, quiet creative immersion and mellow closing circle are included each time.
Instructor: Wren Polansky
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
+ $10 (approx.) materials list will be supplied after registration for participants to purchase
Guided Movement: Barriers to Breakthrough
Release tension and build resilience through movement techniques founded on authentic movement, dance therapy, exercise, and Qigong. This class is designed for those wanting to move freely, have fun, unleash emotional energy, and learn to heal through movement. All levels are welcome; no prior experience is required.
Instructor: Tsofia Bar-EL
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Victory Gardens – A Toolbox for Self-Expression
This course offers a holistic approach for mental well-being, making it a valuable resource for anyone seeking to deepen connection to themselves and others. You'll learn to cultivate your creativity with a toolbox for self-expression that combines painting, writing, and origami into a powerful tool for personal growth.
Instructor: Lori Watkins
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Mandala Mindfulness Art Workshop
Join us in this creative session where participants design and create mandalas geometric patterns symbolizing unity and balance. Included is an introduction to mandalas, guidance on materials and techniques, hands on design time, mindfulness and opportunities for sharing and reflection. The workshop blends artistic expression with personal insight and relaxation.
Instructor: Suchita Jhawar
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Valentine Mandala Heart Workshop (ages 12+)
Get creative for Valentine's Day! Bring a loved one and make beautiful heart-shaped mandalas together. You will be guided on the theme and techniques. Hands on creations and sharing of artwork is encouraged. You will be painting on MDF boards and leave with a unique piece of art to gift or display.
Instructor: Suchita Jhawar
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
One-of-a-Kind Holiday Décor
Tired of mass-produced holiday decor from big box stores! Unleash your creativity this season with this relaxing workshop designed to inspire your inner artist. Learn various techniques: paper collage, creating texture with modeling pastes and stencils, building layers of color with distress ink and adding vintage costume jewelry 3D effects.
Instructor: Denise Sarram
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
2/12 12 – 3pm W $75+ 15180 3/9 12 - 3pm Su $75+ 15449
+ $25 materials fee is due to instructor at the first class
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ADULTS
Interior Design and Décor Basics
Fall into your passion and learn interior design and decor! This class will teach the basics of interior design and decoration including how to pick colors and finishes for walls, ceilings, baseboards, doors and windows. Selection of light fixtures such as chandeliers, pendants and lamps. Choosing the right sized ceiling fans, rugs and wall art for different rooms and wall, door and window treatments.
Instructor: Syllis Cawker
Location: Encinitas Community Center
Intro to Fiber Arts
Explore a variety of fiber art materials and practices. No experience is necessary.
Instructor: Natalia Quintero
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Basic Business Branding
Are you a business owner or creative looking to build your own brand but unsure where to start? This course will give a brief overview of how to build a brand identity. Walk away with a finished logo and style guide.
Instructor: Kieran Parhar
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Intro to Jewelry Making
Ready to dive into the art of jewelry making? In this beginner-friendly workshop, learn the essentials of bead stringing and basic wire wrapping techniques to create custom jewelry. By the end, you’ll have designed and crafted a beautiful necklace, a stretchy beaded bracelet, and a pair of dangling beaded earrings!
Instructor: Denise Sarram
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Machine Sewing: Beginner Basics
Students will be introduced to the basics of machine sewing, fabric types, and construction principles to make an easy project. Sewing machines and all materials are provided. Participants may also bring their own supplies.
Instructor: Natalia Quintero
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Machine Sewing: Next Steps
Do you already have some experience with a sewing machine? Did you already attend Machine Sewing Beginner Basics? Students will learn new skills in machine sewing, fabric types, and construction principles to make projects. Sewing machines and all materials are provided. Participants may also bring their own supplies.
Instructor: Natalia Quintero
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Ceramic Sculpture and Hand Building (ages 15+)
Come and get creative! In this class, students will learn sculpture techniques through a variety of media, including paper, plaster, clay, glaze, and acrylic paint.
Instructor: Amy RedFeather
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
+ $70 materials fee is due to instructor at the first class
ADULTS
Create a Simple Sculpture from a Photo!
Develop your sculpture practice in six sessions from a photo reference of your choice. We'll start with a basic drawing, create a wire structure, wrap it in paper to create form, apply air-dry clay, and finish with acrylic paint.
Instructor: Judy Salinsky
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
2/13 – 3/20 2 – 5pm Th $150+ 15194
+ $40 (approx.) materials fee is due to instructor at the first class
Design with Nature’s Treasures
In this class you will be working with foraged materials, driftwood to seedpods, crystals, feathers, wire and clay. You should enjoy working with natural materials and your hands for this class! Allow the process to unfold as we learn together to be creative in non-ordinary ways.
Instructor: Lia Strell
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
1/7 – 4/4 1:30 – 3pm Tu $125+ 15158
2/11 – 3/18 1:30 – 3pm Tu $150+ 15159
+ $35 materials fee is due to instructor at the first class
Collage (ages 15+)
Learn the art form of collage and compose unique surreal images from a variety of paper and mixed media.
Instructor: Astrid Gonzales
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Block Printing on Paper and Fabric (ages 16+)
Create your own linocuts and print them onto paper or fabric. Participants will be guided through the process of drawing and carving a lino block and learning how to press prints by hand. Pre-drawn designs available to trace for those interested in the printmaking process but intimidated by drawing up their own design. Feel free to come prepared with a sketch or let your imagination flow as you get a feel of the unique art form. Paper and fabric tote bags will be provided for creating prints.
Instructor: Olivia Stober, Campana Studios
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Paper Making Workshop (ages 16+)
Create your own paper from scratch. This workshop will cover the basic techniques, materials, methods, and tools for recycled paper making. Through hands-on practice, learn preparation of raw materials, basic coloration methods, and pulp formation. You’ll create individual molded sheets of paper that can be turned into holiday cards, hanging tags, pendants, and more.
Instructor: Maya Vanderschuit, Campana Studios
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Dishtowel Block Printing Workshop (ages 16+)
Learn the basics of geometric-based block printing. Using simple geometric patterning, participants will use the blocks to create repetitive patterns. Each participant will go home with a hand printed dish towel from their own design.
Instructor: Kelsey Overstreet, Campana Studios
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
ADULTS
Lino Printmaking
Delve into the art of carving intricate designs and bringing your artwork to life. Explore the nuances of color mixing, registration, and layering to achieve stunning visual effects and depth in prints you can apply on a variety of paper and fabrics. Make gifts your loved ones will treasure. No experience necessary.
Instructor: Astrid Gonzales
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Intro to Cyanotype Printmaking Workshop (ages 15+)
Participants will learn the exciting contact printing process of cyanotype that produces beautiful blue and white images using UV light. Learn to coat paper and how to expose prints to reveal a cyan blueprint created by you. No previous experience required.
Instructor: Astrid Gonzales
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Cyanotype Printmaking: Level 1 (ages 15+)
Learn the exciting contact printing process of cyanotype. Participants will learn the process that produces beautiful blue and white images using UV light. Learn to coat paper and fabric and how to expose prints to reveal a cyan blueprint created by you. No previous experience required.
Instructor: Astrid Gonzales
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Cyanotype Printmaking: Level 2 (ages 15+)
Deepen your understanding of the cyanotype process. Students will explore advanced techniques, creative applications and unique ways to push the boundaries of traditional cyanotype. Some cyanotype experience and Photoshop knowledge preferred but not required.
Instructor: Astrid Gonzales
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Gelli Print Exploration
Fun, easy printmaking with a press! Learn how to stencil, layer, image transfer, and print with plant materials. Discover the possibilities of opaque and transparent paint and materials you already have. We'll print on various papers, and you'll leave feeling confident in using a Gelli plate.
Instructor: Nancy Walter
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Screen Printing
Squeegee, emulsion, scoop coater, blanks, and more will soon be part of your vocabulary as you learn to burn a screen and prep it for printing on paper and fabric. Each class will build on the process as you learn the art of screen printing- and the importance of a good studio hygiene to keep the ink where you want it and not on everything else! No experience necessary.
Instructor: Danielle Deery
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
ADULTS
The Painting Within
Everyone has a story which means everyone has a painting in them. The challenge of this class is to focus this self-expression onto one canvas using mixed media. With beginner level introductions to charcoal, acrylics, and oils. Also group discussions on symbolism in art, color theory, and art expressionism.
Instructor: Stevie McCarley
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
The Joys of Plein Air Watercolor
Each Saturday participants will gather at one of the beautiful beaches or parks in Encinitas. Our focus will be on learning techniques of watercolor painting outdoors “en plein air." Topics include how to paint clouds and beaches, mixing greens, painting trees, impressionistic people and separating light and shadow while creating atmosphere.
Instructor: Geoff Allen
Location: Various Outdoor Locations
1/18 – 2/2210am – 1pmSa$360+15035
+Participants need to purchase or supply own materials, a list will be sent after registration.
Watercolor and More
Learn about the fundamentals of design, the importance of line work and drawing, color mixing and color theory, brushwork and blending, and fun techniques for abstraction and expression. No previous experience is necessary, all skill levels are welcome.
Instructor: Amy RedFeather
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
2/12 – 3/1910:15 – 11:45amW$12015075
Oil Painting and Color Theory
This class is perfect for absolute beginners or intermediate students, focusing on oil painting fundamentals. Students will learn essential tools, materials and techniques, with an emphasis on painting from observation using still life or references. A limited palette will help explore color theory throughout the course.
Instructor: Judy Salinsky
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
2/11 – 3/1811:30am – 1:45pm Tu $15015192
+$40-$90 materials fee is due to instructor at the first class depending on what artists need
Drawing – All Levels
Build strong fundamental drawing skills and develop a good understanding of conceptual approaches to making art in a way that fosters each artist to have their own approach and style.
Learn to create a balanced composition from three-dimensional forms with an emphasis online, design, shape, form, value, perspective, light, shadow, and rendering using charcoal and pencil.
Instructor: Judy Salinsky
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
2/11 – 3/182 – 5pm Tu $150+15191
+$20 materials fee is due to instructor at the first class
ADULTS
Life Drawing
Life drawing or figure drawing involves capturing the human form from live models. It focuses on proportions, anatomy, and movement. As a foundation of fine art education, it sharpens artists perspectives of curves and lines, enhancing their ability to depict the body's responses and expressions accurately.
Instructor: Judy Salinsky
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
+ $20 materials fee is due to instructor at the first class
Figure Drawing – Uninstructed (ages 15+)
Whether just learning to draw, or already proficient in the human form, this uninstructed session referencing a live clothed model is the perfect opportunity for artists to hone skills. Model will shift poses with varying long and short durations. No instruction or materials provided for this session. Easels and chairs available.
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Single Sessions
Bundles – Save Money!
Rhythms of Expression: Somatic Drawing Through Diverse Music
Participants will explore the dynamic relationship between music and visual art, how sound influences movement, emotion, and creativity and discover how diverse rhythms, tempos and tonalities can shape artistic expression. Engage with music to create 2-D multimedia artworks, learn how auditory and visual arts inform and enhance each other, leading to rich creative expression.
Instructor: Elizabeth Brown, Campana studios
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Art and Vocabulary (ages 15+)
This art class will be academically driven. It will give a greater understanding of art and art vocabulary. Students will learn to identify words used in art and apply them to their work. Teaching styles and techniques will include contour lines, basic designs, gesture drawing and more.
Instructor: Andrew Johnson
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
+$70 (approx.) materials list will be supplied after registration for participants to purchase independently.
FITNESS
T’ai Chi Chih Beginning
Experience the transformative power of T'ai Chi Chih as you harmonize your body, mind, and spirit. This moving mindfulness meditation consists of 19 gentle, non-martial movements that circulate and balance the cosmic energy. Whatever your fitness level, you can cultivate health, serenity, longevity, and vitality through T’ai Chi Chih.
Instructor: Christina Tillotson
Location: Encinitas Community Center
1/6 – 2/10* 6:30 – 7:45pm
*No Program 1/20
ADULTS
Winter Walking Club
Join us this winter for a fun and engaging morning of walking and socializing at various trails within the Encinitas Community. This is a perfect opportunity to meet new friends, get some exercise, and enjoy the outdoors. Participants must register in person where they will receive the location for each walk.
Instructor: Volunteer Facilitator
Location: Various
SPECIALTY
Herbalism: Lotion Making Workshop
Join us as we craft an herbal lotion together, learning what ingredients are necessary for lotions and exploring lotion recipes for various skin concerns. The workshop includes hands-on lotion making and a sample.
Instructor: Sally Seitz
Location: Encinitas Community Center
Yoga for All
These classes will unite your breath with your body offering a variety of poses accessible to all levels of yoga practitioners. Classes will include building strength in the core, balance in the body, as well as increasing flexibility and range of motion. Calm your mind, feel alive and revived.
Instructor: Roberta Bucher
Location: Encinitas Community Center
Herbalism: Winter Plant Medicine Making
The use of plants for wellness is common to all cultures across time and widely popular today. Join us as we engage in herbal medicine making from homegrown and wildcrafted plants as well as certified organic sources. We’ll see, touch, taste, and smell herbs of the winter and explore their role in wellness.
Instructor: Sally Seitz
Location: Encinitas Community Center
Adult and Pediatric FA/CPR/AED (ages 16+)
The purpose of the American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED program is to help participants recognize and respond appropriately to cardiac, breathing and first aid emergencies. The courses in this program teach skills that participants need to know to give immediate care to a suddenly injured or ill person until more advanced medical personnel arrive and take over. This program offers a choice of first aid, CPR and AED courses to meet the various training needs of a diverse audience.
Instructor: Premier Health and Safety
Location: Encinitas Community Center
Inner Light Yoga (age 16+)
These classes will unite your breath with your body, offering a variety of poses accessible to all levels of yoga practitioners. Classes will include building strength in the core, balance in the body, as well as increasing flexibility and range of motion. Calm your mind, feel alive and revived.
Instructor: Roberta Bucher
Location: Encinitas Community & Senior Center
+ $25 Material fee due to instructor at first class.
ARTS Fabric Collage
Participants will create a fabric collage by layering fabrics and attaching with simple running stitch.
Instructor: Natalia Quintero
Encinitas Community & Senior Center
Acting and Improv
It’s never too late to become an actor! Come and try your skills in this acting and improv workshop designed with fun and interaction in mind.
Instructor: Mary Sanz
Encinitas Community & Senior Center
Watercolor Postcards
Create mini masterpieces with watercolor on postcards. Frame them, gift them, or post them to friends and family!
Instructor: Danielle Deery
Encinitas Community & Senior Center
3pm
View Arts Center
15427
GAMES
Duplicate Bridge Play
Improve your skill level, concentration, and memory by playing the challenging and competitive game of ACBL sanctioned Duplicate Bridge. This is a weekly ongoing program, so you may join at any time throughout the year. Cost includes a book of 8 play coupons/sessions and are $7 each. No expiration date for coupon books. No refunds or exchanges.
Instructor: Ada Burcham
Location: Encinitas Community & Senior Center
AGES 50+
FITNESS
Boxing for Seniors
This is a no-contact boxing program designed to help improve hand-eye coordination, sharpen reflexes and fine motor skills. It is especially beneficial for individuals with Parkinson’s and heart disease. Try something new while going at your own pace! Please consult your physician.
Instructor: Dana Donahue
Location: Sugar Boxing Gym
1/6 – 2/12* 10:15 – 11am M, W $77 15356 2/19 – 3/31 10:15 – 11am M, W $84 15360
*No Program 1/20
Every-Body Yoga
Revitalize your whole being with yoga while strengthening and enhancing flexibility in joints, bones, organs, and muscles. Learn the principles of alignment while deepening your ability to enjoy life in each moment. Breath, poses, and balance is an integral part. Create stamina from the inside out and feel the difference.
Instructor: Lynda Light
Location: Encinitas Community & Senior Center
Gentle Yoga and Sculpt
Approach aging by being proactive about your wellbeing. This class is intended to offset osteoporosis with gentle movement, yoga infused w/light weights and relaxing stretches.
Instructor: Lynda Light
Location: Encinitas Community & Senior Center
Yoga Flow and Strength for Seniors
This class combines the grace of yoga and the mindfulness of strength, promoting a profound effect on the body, mind, and spirit. All physical ability/fitness levels are encouraged to attend. Please bring a yoga mat, light hand weights and any other props that support your practice.
Instructor: Susan Salazar
Location: Encinitas Community & Senior Center
*No Program 1/20
Golden and Toned
Golden and toned is tailored for active older adults, who want to focus on muscle conditioning with light weight activity and some dancing. This class blends the sounds of a Latin music party while doing a total body workout. Low to moderate intensity strength training with 1-pound weights or no weights at all. On occasion, resistance bands may be used but not necessary. Be ready to have fun and tone up in this 30-minute class.
Instructor: Lori Massey
Location: Encinitas Community & Senior Center
*No Program 1/20
Health Barre
In this effective total-body conditioning program you will improve your posture, muscle-tone, and strength with basic pilates and ballet movements. Work your entire body using light weights, bands, ballet barre, and your own body weight as well as other methods of resistance to promote lean muscle.
Instructor: Lori Massey
Location: Encinitas Community & Senior Center
1/6 – 2/10* 9:45 – 10:45am M $35 15204
1/7 – 2/11 9 – 10am Tu $42 15206
1/9 – 2/13 9 – 10am Th $42 15208
2/18 – 3/25 9 – 10am Tu $42 15207
2/20 – 3/27 9 – 10am Th $42 15209
2/24 – 3/24 9:45 – 10:45am M $35 15203
*No Program 1/20
T’ai Chi Chih – Intermediate/Open to Beginners
Experience the transformative power of T'ai Chi Chih as you harmonize your body, mind, and spirit. This moving mindfulness meditation consists of 19 gentle, non-martial movements that circulate and balance the cosmic energy. Whatever your fitness level, you can cultivate health, serenity, longevity, and vitality through T’ai Chi Chih.
Instructor: Christina Tillotson
Location: Encinitas Community & Senior Center
1/8 – 2/12 10:30 – 11:30am W $42 15346
2/19 – 3/26 10:30 – 11:30am W $42 15347
Qi Gong
Qi Gong is an ancient system developed in Asia for overall fitness and health. Participants will engage in simple, fluid motions as well as standing and sitting.
Instructor: Andrew Jones
Location: Encinitas Community & Senior Center
1/6 – 2/10* 8:30 – 9:30am M $35 15214
1/9 – 2/13 8:30 – 9:30am Th $42 15216
2/24 - 3/24 8:30 – 9:30am M $35 15215
2/20 – 3/20 8:30 – 9:30am Th $35 15217
*No Program 1/20
Have you tried Zumba and been overwhelmed? This program is especially designed for the active over 50 group. Latin rhythms inspire moves to exercise the brain, heart, and all the major muscle groups. You'll enjoy dancing and get a great cardio workout. Dress lightly and come party with us!
Do you have questions about how to do something on your smart phone or tablet? Are you interested in learning how to better use your device? The Girl Scouts of Troop #1537 are hosting a one-hour session where they will go over some common tips to using smart phones and tablets and will also have an open Q&A time if you have something specific you would like help with. Bring your device with you to the class and let the "tech" generation help. In-person registration required. Be sure to sign up early, spots will fill up fast!
The Oakcrest Cafe offers daily nutritious lunches in a welcoming environment. Reservations are required and can be made up until 12pm the business day before you would like a meal by calling (760) 943-2258. The suggested meal contribution is $5 per meal for adults 60+ and a mandatory $8 fee per meal for those under 60. Please make checks payable to the City of Encinitas.
Check-in time for lunch is 11:00-11:30am. Lunch is served at 11:40am. The Oakcrest Cafe is supported by the City of Encinitas and general meal donations. No eligible person shall be denied a meal because of failure or inability to contribute. Please note, a registration form is required for all participants and must be updated annually.
Encinitas Senior Center Lunch Transportation
Transportation is available for eligible senior citizens (60+) to and from the Senior Center for lunches Monday through Friday. If you or someone you know is interested in rides to the lunches, call (760) 943-2258 to request an application. Suggested $4 donation per round-trip van ride.
OUTREACH SERVICES
Project C.A.R.E.
Project C.A.R.E. is a FREE "Safety Net" program of services for Encinitas seniors. If you live alone, this is a great resource. Services include: Vial of Life, Home Safety Check and information and referrals. Call (760) 943-2250 for more information.
TRANSPORTATION
NCTD LIFT Paratransit
Lift offers curb-to-curb transportation for ADA certified passengers. For information and an application visit gonctd.com/lift. To apply, call (760) 726-1111.
NCTD Breeze
For information about North County Transit District’s public transportation options, call customer service at (760) 966-6500.
On The Go Senior Transportation
Offered by Jewish Family Service. Call (858) 637-3210
MINGLE SERIES
We’ll work on creating a special collage filled with pictures, words and decorations that represent your future hopes and wishes for 2025! Our Valentine's Day dance is the perfect celebration to enjoy with old and new friends or your special someone.
interactive program is designed to offer you an exciting time, plenty of opportunities to win great prizes*
are non-monetary
FREE PROGRAMS FOR AGES 50 +
In Partnership With San Diego Music Society
2025 CONCERT DATES: January 24, February 21, March 21, April 11, May 30, June 27
Give the gift of music this holiday season! Save $42 on single ticket prices with the 6 Concert Pass available for $90 through 12/31/2024.
TICKETS
ON SALE NOW
SINGLE CONCERT: $22*
6 CONCERT PASS : $115 $90*
*Discount through 12/31/24 bit.ly/MBS2025 or 760-633-2746, or at the door
WEDNESDAYS@NOON AT THE ENCINITAS LIBRARY
Featuring outstanding musicians from around town and across the globe performing all styles of music, these donation-based concerts are a popular destination each week. Admission is free with 100% of all donations going to the performers.
Doors open at 11:30am and close at noon or when capacity is reached. Visit www.EncinitasCA.gov/concerts to see who is performing.
Saturday, December 14
2:00 pm & 6:00 pm
San Dieguito Performing Arts Center
800 Santa Fe Drive
Purchase tickets NOW!
bit.ly/EncinitasNutcracker
Youth in grades K-12 are invited to compete for the first place prize of $250 performance contract for one movement of a concerto with the North Coast Symphony Orchestra.
One winner will be selected for each of the three concerti movements to be performed with the orchestra.
March 26, 2025
Deadline to submit video performance of selected concerto movement measures with $35 non-refundable registration fee.
Information: bit.ly/pianocompetition2025
The City of Encinitas is comprised of a unique mosaic of native habitats and is home to many rare and endangered plant and wildlife species. The City is committed to preserving and restoring these resources in the community.
Tucked away in the eastern part of lovely Leucadia you’ll find some amazing views and trails at Indian Head Canyon, shown here. Indian Head Canyon is a 56-acre natural open space area packed full of approximately 6.5 miles of hiking, biking and walking trails. Enjoy the shade alongside a creek or work up a sweat hiking to the top of the trail area. Many of the trails have a relatively even surface, so any level of adventurer can experience this special place.
The City established the Encinitas Habitat Stewardship Program, which includes Indian Head Canyon, to address the management and stewardship of City-owned open space areas to continue conserving and managing the habitats and biodiversity unique to the City.
