Enrichment - Youth

Advanced Basketball Skills

Our Skills Trainer will optimize and enhance basketball performance for a competitive edge. Each week will be devoted to player development and competition For young athletes on Jr High, Freshman or JV basketball teams E voathlete Instructors

Fee $100 Res. / $110 Non-Res.

Age 12-17

Location Gymnasium North, R io Vista Recreation Center

Course # 69003

When Thur., June 1; 7 - 8 p.m. (6 classes)

Course # 69004

When Thur., July 6; 7 - 8 p.m. (6 classes)

Course # 69006

When Thur., Aug. 14; 7 - 8 p.m. (6 classes)

Ballet/Tap/Jazz Dance

Chuck Norris Martial Arts

This is an introductory class geared to acquaint students with the Chuck Norris system of martial arts. Students will learn practical skills that also build self confidence, self-control, discipline, coordination, and respect Taught by a black belt from Peoria Championship Martial Arts Studio, students who attend all classes and perform the minimum requirements for skill development will have the opportunity to earn their first ‘belt’ by the last class meeting. No uniforms required! Peoria Championship Martial Arts Instructors

Fee $55 Res. / $64 Non-Res.

Course # 68987

When Sat., July 15; 9:40 - 10:10 a.m. (7 classes)

Age 8 -14

Location Peoria Championship Martial Arts

To set up an account: (623) 773-7137 Mon. - Thur.: 7

For more class information www.peoriaaz.gov/enrichment

Let’s Dance! Learn tap, ballet, and jazz dance basics. We focus on having fun and creating a positive introduction to dance for boys and girls. Steppin Out Dance Instructors

Fee $62 Res. / $71 Non-Res.

Age 5- 8

Location Brook Room, Rio Vista Recreation Center

Course # 69856

When Mon., June 5; 4:30 - 5:15 p.m. (6 classes)

Course # 69932

When Mon., July 24; 4:30 - 5:15 p.m. (6 classes)

Build the Change Lego Camp

LEGO’s Build the Change movement uses innovative designs to help our planet! Throughout the week, campers will complete real-life-inspired engineering challenges, from saving polar bears to allowing plant life to survive during a frost. Campers will be pushed to think innovatively and creatively, enhancing their imagination and teamwork skills. AZ Science Center Instructors

Fee $89 Res. / $98 Non-Res.

Course # 68869

When Tues.-Fri., June 6; 1 - 4 p.m. (4 classes)

Age 7-12

Location Brook Room, Rio Vista Recreation Center

Child Care & Babysitting Safety

Interested in babysitting? Prepare yourself for the responsibilities that go along with caring for infants and children. You’ll also learn basic CPR, how to help someone who is choking, basic first aid techniques, and child safety practices E ach student receives a workbook to keep and a Babysitting Safety

Certification card. Bring a non-perishable snack, drink, pen, and paper to class AER Instructors

Fee $53 Res. / $62 Non-Res.

Age 10-15

Location Brook Room, Riverside Conference Room

Course # 68861

When Sat., May 20; 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (1 class)

Course # 68862

When Sat., June 17; 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (1 class)

Course # 68863

When Sat., July 15; 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. (1 class)

Creative Writing for Junior Authors

Do you have an active imagination? Explore the creative world of writing and the secrets of famous authors. Learn to overcome ‘writers block,’ create memorable characters, set the mood and create an image of your story while experimenting with different writing styles. Notebook and pen, or digital writing devices recommended for class

Fee $55 Res. / $64 Non-Res.

Course # 68906

When Mon.; June 12; 5-6 p.m. (6 classes)

Age 9-15

Location Riverside Conference Room

Egypt and Mummifications Camp

Take a trip back in time to discover Ancient Egypt! Throughout the week, explorers will investigate the science of mummification, the secrets of the pyramids, the art of hieroglyphics and the modern-day inventions created by Egyptians long ago. Campers will take a step back in history to discover how sophisticated this ancient society was for its time! AZ Science Center Instructors

Fee $89 Res. / $98 Non-Res.

Course # 68871

When Tues.-Fri., June 13; 1 - 4 p.m. (4 classes)

Age 7-12

Location Brook Room, Rio Vista Recreation Center