Southwest Community Center - Fall 2012 Catalog

Fall 2012

Portland Parks & Recreation

Southwest

Community Center • Get your ghoul on! Join us for Monster Mash pg 3 • Register now for our winter break camps! pg 6 • Preschool play on a whim! New - One-time Wednesdays pg 10

Register on-line at www.PortlandParks.org 1 Southwest Community Center 503-823-PLAY

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Commissioner Nick Fish Director Mike Abbaté

Portland Parks & Recreation

Southwest Community Center 6820 SW 45th Ave. 97219 Telephone: 503.823.2840 Building Director: MaryAnn Takashima Aquatics Coordinator: Andy Amato Fitness/Wellness Director: Linda Hastings Coordinators: Laure Butera, Tim Haberman, Crystal Ius, Jamie Sandness, Sarah Wiggins

Annual Building Maintenance: September 2nd - September 14th

Bus Lines: #1 Vermont Parking: Lot entrance off 45th Avenue Disabled Access: Entrances: Accessible Parking: Accessible Pool: Accessible Restrooms: Accessible

SWCC may be CLOSED during part or all of the building mantenance period.

Please call for up-to-date information.

503-823-2840 The Leisure Pool, Lap Pool & Whirlpool Spa will be closed September 2nd - 14th for annual pool maintenance. The gymnasium & fitness rooms may also be closed during this time.

Elder Friendly Facility by “Elders in Action” Hours: September 4th - December 31st, 2012* Monday – Friday 5:15am – 9:30pm Saturday

7:00am – 7:00pm Sunday

9:00am – 6:30pm *Activities will be limited during our building closure from September 4th-16th.

Special Holiday/Event Hours*: Labor Day Mon, Sept 3rd 10am-6pm Thanksgiving Thurs, Nov 29th Closed Christmas Eve Mon, Dec 24th Closed Christmas Day Tues, Dec 25th Closed New Years Eve Mon, Dec 31st 7am-3pm New Years Day Tues, Jan 1st 10am-6pm

*Hours will be reviewed periodically to best meet participants’ needs.

Facility Features Include:

• Traversing Bouldering Wall • Indoor six-lane Lap Pool • Indoor zero-depth entry Leisure Pool • Waterslide and Splashdown Pool • Whirlpool Spa • Poolside Party/Meeting Room • Men’s and Women’s Locker Rooms • Family Changing Rooms • Exercise Studio with drop-in fitness courses • Fitness Center with cardiovascular and circuit weight equipment • Gymnasium • Multipurpose Rooms with attached kitchen • Drop-in Child Care Room

Advertise your business here!

Contact Ellen.Sweeney@portlandoregon.gov 2 Southwest Community Center

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SWCC SWCC Contents Contents Family Activities................................................ Page 3 The Sprout Academy..................................... Page 4-5 Kid’s Day Off..................................................... Page 6 Winter Break Camps......................................... Page 7 Parent/Child Classes..................................... Page 8-9 Preschool - One-Time Wednesdays............... Page 10 Dance & Tumbleing........................................ Page 11 Sports......................................................... Page 12-13 Basketball Classes & Leagues......................... Page 14 Gymnastics Academy....................................... Page 15 Martial Arts...................................................... Page 16 Parties.............................................................. Page 17 High 18+.......................................................... Page 18 Adults 55+........................................................ Page 19 Aquatics...................................................... Page 20-23 Gym Drop-In Schedule.................................. Page 24 Fitness........................................................ Page 25-27 Passes & Policies....................................... Page 28-29

Portland Parks & Recreation

All Ages

Southwest Community Center presents

Halloween

Monster Mash The wind is howling & the moon is full: it’s time! Wear your costume to impress friends & scare goblins. Get into the spirit & dance with other sociable ghouls, make creepy crafts, & play bewitching games that only come out once a year!

387603 Saturday October 20th 6-8pm Price through 10/19: $8/child, $4/add’l child Price 10/20: $10/child, $5/add’l child Parents and children 23 months & younger: FREE! Multiple child discount NOT available for online registrations; please phone in/come in & mention discount when registering.

Meal available for purchase.

Pre-register for speedy entry AND to save money!

Games & Prizes • Obstacle course • Costume contest • Crafts • Movie • Music • Casper’s Corner (baby garden) • Photo fun

Save the date!

Save the date!

Daddy Daughter Night

February 16th, 2013 Saturday • January 19th • 6-8pm at Southwest Community Center Games • Crafts • Facepainting • Rockwall • More!

Power-up Pasta Dinner!

Indoor Park age: 9mo-5 Children’s play is essential in the human development process! Indoor Park is a safe & cooperative playtime for children accompanied and monitored by parents. Encourages the development of motor skills while helping children gain confidence with group interaction & cooperative play on equipment, cars & assorted toys. Network with other parents for support & opportunities. Drop-In program. No charge with a SWCC Active or Annual Pass. See the Gym Schedule for days indoor park is closed. Location: E Gym. Drop-in Drop-in

1:30-3pm 10/1-12/12 $3/child 10:30-noon 10/2-12/14 $3/child *Babies under 9 months of age are free *Indoor Park will not run during winter, spring and summer breaks.

Mon/Wed Tu/Th/F

Drop-in Childcare

Age Birth-8

Need time for yourself? Kids experience safe, enriching, ageappropriate activities while you enjoy other programs in our facility. Increased socialization opportunities allow little ones to develop self-confidence & increased self-esteem. A perfect solution! Care available in 30-minute increments, up to 2 hours maximum. Parent must remain on-site. Preschooler parents: Please bring a bag labeled with your child’s name that includes a set of clothes, snack, & water bottle.

Offered year-round. Please call ahead for possible holiday & inclement weather closures. Space is limited! Drop-in. *Saturday Childcare is in Kid Central.

Birth-18mos: $2.75 per ½ hour 19mos-8yrs: $2.25 per ½ hour Drop-off & Pick-up: Poolside* Childcare hours: M-F: 8:30-12:30pm • M-Th: 4-6:30pm • Sa*: 9-12pm Register On-Line at www.PortlandParks.org

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Sprout Academy Educational Preschool – 2012-2013

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Must be 2, 3, or 4 on or before September 1st, 2012 for 2012-2013 classes

Preschool for Little Ones

Are You Ready? Play is the essential work of childhood, worthy of respect & encouragement. Curriculum designed to include stories; games & songs provide playful interaction while setting the stage for exploration, socialization & fostering a positive self-concept. Must be 2 on/before September 1, 2012.

Time: 8:30-10:30 Teacher: Rachel Tuition: $180/mo Days: Tu, Th Location: Kid Central Time: 10:30-12:30 Teacher: Rachel Tuition: $180/mo Days: Tu, Th Location: Kid Central

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Creative play in a supportive environment is important to a child’s positive overall development. Make friends playing, painting, singing & sharing. Provides structured time during early childhood to enhance physical, mental, emotional & social growth & development. Child must be potty trained. Must be 3 on/before September 1, 2012.

Time: 9-12pm Teacher: Molly Tuition: $245/mo Days: M, W, F Location: Kid Central Time: 1-3:30pm Teacher: Molly Tuition: $180/mo Days: M, W, F Location: Poolside

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Preschool - Pre Kindergarten

Make new connections developing social & emotional skills! Opportunities for discovery, exploration & socialization fosters a positive self-concept through activities including ABC’s, arts, numbers, games, stories, songs & themes. Build self-confidence, independence & creative thinking through manipulative activities, reading readiness & positive reinforcement.

Must be 4 on/before September 1, 2012. *$15 discount each month when enrolled in MWF & T/Th Pre-K! Time: 1-4pm Teacher: Debi Days: M, W, F Tuition: $160/mo* Location: Kid Central Time: 1-4pm Teacher: Debi Days: Tu, Th Tuition: $160/mo* Location: Kid Central

Check out our Sprout teacher’s bios on www.SproutAcademy.wordpress.com!

Rachel Murphy: 2’s Lead & 4’s Aide

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Molly Clevenger: 3’s Lead & 2’s Aide 503-823-2840

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Sprout is certified ecohealthy by the OEC. Learn more at www.OEConline.org

Why is Sprout Unique? What is a Green Preschool?

Sprout Academy is a certified Eco- Healthy school by the Oregon Environmental Council. Our classroom passed a 30-point checklist that evaluated the paint on the walls, the cleaning products we use, the educational materials on the shelves, and more demonstrating that the space meets the OEC’s requirements for certification. The Sprout Academy is a safe place for your child to learn & play. In addition to the physical space being Eco-Healthy, instructors lead by example and teach students the importance of reducing, reusing, repurposing & recycling. We are outdoors as much as possible taking the children through the park to learn how everything is connected and why the environment matters to each of us! We have our own community garden plot as a second classroom in warmer weather. Children learn simple concepts of sustainability and how we can each do our part. You might find your little Sprout teaching you, too!

We did it!

With YOUR help, the Sprout Academy successfully fundraised for our very own Woolly School Organic Garden that is now installed in the preschool courtyard. Each class participates in planting, maintaining, and harvesting the herbs, veggies, & flowers for a number of the pockets (we have 44 total!). What a fabulous educational resource for our students.

Learn more about the project & our donors at www.SproutAcademy.wordpress.com. Again, a heartfelt THANK YOU to all who contributed!

Maddie Benfield: 3’s morning Aide

Ming Hom: 3’s afternoon Aide Register On-Line at www.PortlandParks.org

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Portland Parks & Recreation Portland Public NO School Days

Preschool Winter Break Camps

Kid’s Day Off! age: 3-12 Schools out! Need something to do? Here’s just the ticket! Our thrilling & challenging activities will add excitement to your day! Explore arts & crafts, games, sports & more while haveing a great time making new friends in a safe environment.

Little Adventurers age: 3-5 Would your child love to spend the day just like the Big Kids? Make new friends while building social & communication skills. Find adventure & tour your imagination, experiencing arts & crafts, sports, games, cooking & more!

Age 3-5 yrs: Location: Kid Central

Location: Kid Central 9-1pm: $26

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Polar Parade Jingle Bells Yuletide Yummies Snowflakes to Snowmen Reindeer Games Singing Silly Songs Grandma’s Apple Pie Celebration Station

INCLUSION SERVICES FOR PEOPLE WITH SPECIAL NEEDS Within the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) of 1990, Portland Parks & Recreation (PP&R) provides accommodations to individuals with disabilities/special needs, so that they may receive an equal opportunity to fully participate in programs offered citywide.

How it Works

First choose the activity you’d like to do & the PP&R site at which you’d like to do it. Next, register for the class. When registering, let the person know that you will need accommodations in order to participate in the activity. Once registered, contact Inclusion Services at (503) 823-4328. If this is your first accommodation through Inclusion Services, you will need to do a phone intake with a staff member at that number. At the end of the phone intake it will be determined whether an assistant will be needed on the first day of the activity to provide on-site support at the age-appropriate class. Future assistance will be provided based on need. The inclusion staff will work with the instructor on how to support the participant & accommodate their individual needs.

A general program may be adapted using auxiliary aids & services, but the basic structure of the program remains the same. Accommodations are made as needed & can be flexible & creative, ensuring the participant engages as independently as possible.

If you have questions about Inclusion Services, please call 503823-4328 V/TTY. A minimum of 10 business days (MondayFriday) advance notice is required. The Inclusion Services staff will do their best to accommodate each participant.

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Portland Parks & Recreation Youth Winter Break Camps Sports Madness age: 6-12 Sample an athletic smorgasbord! Enthusiasm & excitement abound participating in traditional games while discovering new ones. Activities suit both the established & aspiring athlete. Emphasis on team play, cooperation & participation ensure a positive experience for all.

Winter Madness age: 6-12 Lose those ‘wintertime blues’! Make new friends, gain skills & flex your imagination through sports, crafts, & gym games. Create special presents to use as gifts for the holidays in a productive way to spend days out of school. Sign up for just the days you want, but for a minimum of two 1/2 days. Location:

Location: Gym

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Half Day: $25

Full Day: $40

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Full Day: $40

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Fencing Basics age: 6-12 Not just for action heroes! Get involved in a sport that sets you apart from the crowd. Great for reflexes, muscle development, control, poise, coordination & stamina. En guarde! Location: Gym East 386494 F 386496 W-F

5-6:30pm 2-5pm

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10/5-11/2 $115 12/26-12/28 $70

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Before & After Care Ages 3-12 To support families who need an earlier drop-off or later pickup time, we provide Before & After Camp Care for youth participating in day camps & Kid’s Day Off. Parents/guardians must drop off and pick up children for Before & After Camp Care in person inside the Center. Coupons are $2.50 each and are non-refundable. One coupon is good for 5 to 30 minutes.

BEFORE CAMP CARE: 7am-9am AFTER CAMP CARE: 5pm-6pm

Before & After Care pricing is as follows: Minutes

Fee

After Care Example

0-5 minutes............ $0........................... 5:00-5:05pm 6-30 minutes.......... $2.50...................... 5:06-5:30pm 31-60 minutes........ $5........................... 5:31-6:00pm 61+ minutes........... $5+$1 per minute.......... 6:01-on

Cancellation Policy Notify Center no later than Wednesday before 1st day of camp for full refund. A $25 withdrawal fee is charged for withdrawing from a camp valued at or above $76. $15 withdrawal fee is charged for withdrawing from a camp valued at or under $75. Prorated refunds given with late notice.

Register On-Line at www.PortlandParks.org

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Portland Parks & Recreation Cooking & Seasonal - Parent/Child

Art – Parent/Child

Halloween Boo To You! age: 1½-3 Looking for a ‘Happy’ Howl-o-ween? Celebrate together with gentle arts & crafts designed for young children. The fun of creativity & self-expression is emphasized as you create a host of ‘not-so-spooky’ projects. Location: Multi. No class 10/12.

Art Babies! age: 1½-4 Discover the possibilities! It’s all about the experience colors, textures, shapes & sensory sensations. Develops small muscles in fingers, hand-eye coordination, selfexpression & language through adult-child interaction.

Great start to a lifetime of imagination! Location: Multi. No Class 11/22.

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Amazing Autumn Adventures age: 1½-4 Laughing leaves & plump pumpkins! Fall is the perfect time of year to create with a little bit of Mother Nature, glue & you. Dabble in a variety of art mediums that free the creative spirit through self-expression.

Location: Multi 387554 M

11-11:30am

Ellen

10/1-10/29 $27

Kindercrafts - Hauntingly Halloween! age: 1½-4 Surprise & ‘spook’ family & friends with a castle full of boo-tiful & friendly handmade holiday decorations.

Work together & develop cooperation through a host of seasonal crafts that will surely delight! Location: Multi 387564 Th

10:30-11am

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Cooking - Mini Chefs age: 2-5 Stir up healthy concoctions! Together, produce goodies while developing rolling, chopping & cutting skills. Encourage cooperative habits, color awareness, build listening & motor skills in safety conscious environment. These treats are sure to delight all rumbling tummies! Location: Multi. No Class 11/21.

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12:15-1pm 4-4:45pm

Ellen Ellen

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10/1-10/29 $33 11/7-12/12 $33

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11/8-12/13 $27

Messy Art - Wonderful Whimsical Winter age: 1½-4 Warm wooly mittens, large lacey snowflakes & dancing dangling icicles. Discover the magic of Winter! Express your creativity using a variety of art mediums that stimulate the mind, enhance fine motor skills & make for a magical Winter experience. Location: Multi. No Class 11/22.

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11/8-12/13 $27

Messy Art - Glitter, Tape & Glue! age: 1½-4 Shiny, sticky & gooey, oh my! Together, expand creative development with projects that increase fine motor skills. Use your imagination to make stunning masterpieces. Location: Multi. No Class 11/23.

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11/16-12/14 $24

Wheels, Boats & Planes On The Go! age: 1½-4 VRm! VRm! VRm! It’s time to drive! Develop early social skills & friendships using crafts, projects, stories, songs & games all about transportation. Put it in gear & experience sharing concepts using cooperative play while improving coordination & confidence. Start your engines! Location: Multi 387561 M

11-11:30am

Ellen

11/26-12/10 $22

Portland Parks & Recreation Music & Movement – Parent/Child

Sports & Movement – Parent/Child (cont)

Music - Creepers & Toddlers Explore! age: 6-18mo Increase awareness of basic musical elements including pitch, rhythm & tempo through songs, movement, listening & more. Develop aural responsiveness & social skills in a playtime environment through early childhood music education techniques. Location: Multi

Tumbling For Tots age: 1½-3 Physical activity enhances the development of cognitive skills. Enhance & refine gross motor skills, strengthen shoulder, arm & hand muscles, & develop a sense of balance, strength & coordination. Location:Gym

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9-9:30am 9-9:30am

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10/1-10/29 $27 11/26-12/10 $22

Music - Baby Sing Along age: 1-1½ Discover songs & musical activities with your child.

Through hands-on experiences playing bouncing & wiggling musical games, take home new lullabies & songs. Location: Multi 387563 Th

9:30-10am

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Sing Tunes For Tots! age: 1½-3 Move & Groove! Together, explore the magic of music through creative movement. Unleash ‘budding’ imaginations with songs, props & fingerplays. Increase body awareness, balance & rhythm using upbeat melodies & motions. Location: Multi 387604 M 387605 M

9:45-10:15am Yohannes 9:45-10:15am Yohannes

10/1-10/29 $27 11/26-12/10 $22

Dance - Movement & Me age: 2-4 Join your child to leap like gazelles & spin like tops while developing music appreciation, rhythm, coordination & strength through introductory dance steps & movement. Build listening & socialization skills while discovering how FUN dancing can be. No class 11/23. Location: Gym 387432 M 387433 F

3:15-3:45pm Ellen 9:15-9:45am Ellen

10/1-10/29 $27 11/16-12/14 $24

Sports & Movement – Parent/Child Balls! Balls! Bonanza age: 1½-3 Bounce! Throw! Toss! Kick! Unleash that excess energy in a constructive environment. Engage in independent & group games while developing color recognition, adult/child communication, hand-eye coordination & large motor skills. Get into the ‘sphere’ of fun!

Location:Gym 387409 M

9:15-9:45am

Ellen

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3:15-3:45pm

Ellen

10/3-10/31 $27

Tumbling - Rumble, Tumble & Roll age: 1½-3 Here’s a chance for your child to exercise their large motor skills! Movement explored & developed through songs, free play on the mats, obstacle courses & creative movement that build strength, flexibility & endurance.

Location:Gym. No class 11/21.

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10-10:30am 10-10:30am 3:15-3:45pm

Ellen Ellen Ellen

10/1-10/29 $27 11/26-12/10 $22 11/7-12/12 $27

Sports For Little Athletes age: 3-4 Run! Jump! Kick! A first sports experience for the little athlete in the family. A variety of games get your enthusiasts on the right track for future team activities through age appropriate skills that encourage sportsmanship and self esteem. No class 11/20, 11/21.

Location: Gym 387600 387601 387602 387606

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$27 $27 $27 $27

Soccer - Mommy, Daddy & Me age: 2-4 Don’t watch from the sidelines! An introduction to the ‘World’s Most Popular Game! Interact with your child as you both learn the basics - pass, trap, dribble & shoot. Gain confidence, bond & exercise! Location: Gym. No class 10/12, 11/24.

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10/6-11/3 $30 11/10-12/15 $30 10/5-11/2 $24

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10/1-10/29 $27

Bubbles, Balls & Bean Bags age: 1½-3 Toss, chase & pop! Explore things that go up & come down! Together, you & your child discover activities & movements that increase eye-hand coordination, gross motor skills, balance & social interaction. Location: Multi.

387560 M 9:15-9:45am *This is a 3 week class.

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11/26-12/10 $22

Register On-Line at www.PortlandParks.org

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Ages 3-5 No commitment. Economical. Up to 1 hour & 45 minutes of friends & crafty fun while you have time for yourself! Drop off; parents can enjoy the facility or leave SWCC; Not to worry, children in two back-to-back classes will be supervised between classes. Dress for mess & FUN! No class 11/21.

1 Class: $6 2 Classes: $10* Teacher: Jessica Weekly schedule: Messy Art Fun 9-9:45am Tea Parties 10-10:45am Holiday/Seasonal Arts & Crafts 11-11:45am Edible Crafts & Cooking 12-12:45pm • Classes need to be registered for in same transaction • Child may attend maximum 2 classes per day for discount (sorry, no retroactive discounts applied) • Discount not available for online registrations; please phone in/come in & mention discount when registering

• Child must be potty trained & emergency form completed/turned in on first day (kept on file in OTW through the school year)

• Classes do not need to take place on same day to be eligible for discount (any classes/any days!)

• Allergies: Call 503-823-2848 at least 5 days in advance for accommodations

One-Time Wednesday Themes: October 3rd

Monkey Around Autumn ‘Tea-Pee’ Party Fabulous Fall Fling Cooking - Let Food be Fun!

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October 10th

Puppets for You & Me Teddy Tea Autumn Leaves Nature & You Cooking - Seasonal Treats

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October 17th

Media Mix Up Royal Tea Bumpershoots, Big Winds, & Wild Weather Cooking - Bountiful Harvest

October 24th

Messy Art - Super Duper Super Heroes The ‘Nigh-Tea’ Party Bug a Boo Messy Art - Appetizing Edibles

October 31st

Little Ones Halloween Delights A ‘Boo-Tea Ful’ Party Little Ones Perfect Pumpkins Tasty Treats - Batty Bites 10 Southwest Community Center

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November 7th

Dinosaur Delight English Tea Party Nature’s Seasonal Calendar Cooking - Recipe Rock Stars

November 14th

Mister Moon & Twinkling Stars Queen of Hearts Tea Party Turkey Time Thrills Tasty Treats - Turkey Day Delectables

November 28th

Bear Necessities Teddy Tea It’s Raining Cats & Dogs What’s Cooking Around the World

December 5th

Crafts – Mish, Mash, Mush!

Gingerbread Castle Tea Party Little Ones - Time to Trim!

Cooking -Rainy Day Delights

December 12th

Holidays, Holidays, Holidays!

Winter Cocoa Party Little Ones to Mom & Dad with Love Cooking - Winter Cozy Ups

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Ballet - Pre Ballet Where Dreams Begin age: 4-5 Earliest preparation of time honored training in classical ballet. Agility, grace, coordination, movement & rhythm improves strength while providing the nurturing atmosphere to learn the discipline required.

No class 11/23. Location: Exercise Studio

Tumbling - Rumble, Tumble & Roll age: 1½-3 Here’s a chance for your child to exercise their large motor skills! Movement explored & developed through songs, free play on the mats, obstacle courses & creative movement that build strength, flexibility & endurance.

Location: Gym

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Ballet - First Steps age: 6-9 Inspired by the Sugar Plum Fairy & Nutcracker Prince. The time honored training of classical ballet stretches the mind & body while teaching agility, grace, coordination & strength providing a basis for all types of dance, sport & movement. No class on 11/23.

Location: Exercise Studio 384690 F 384691 F

3:30-4:15pm 3:30-4:15pm

Michelle Michelle

10/05-11/2 $33 11/09-12/14 $33

Ballet - Next Steps age: 6-9 The time honored training of classical ballet continues here, teaching grace, agility & coordination. Gain strength, mobility & control useful in all types of dance, sport & movement. This is the next class progression after ballet – first steps. No class 11/23. Location: Exercise Studio 389378 F 389379 F

4:30-5:15am 4:30-5:15am

Michelle Michelle

10/5-11/2 $33 11/9-12/14 $33

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10-10:30am 10-10:30am 3:15-3:45pm

Ellen Ellen Ellen

10/1-10/29 $27 11/26-12/10 $22 11/7-12/12 $27

Tumbling For Tots age: 1½-3 Physical activity enhances the development of cognitive skills. Enhance & refine gross motor skills, strengthen shoulder, arm & hand muscles, & develop a sense of balance, strength & coordination. Location: Gym 387466 W

3:15-3:45pm

Ellen

10/3-10/31 $27

Gym Dandies age: 3-4 Do you like to turn upside down? To climb & jump?

Tumbling, gymnastic & acrobatic basics explored together with music, mats & movement. Increase balance, mobility & socialization skills using imagination & increasing listening skills. Location: Gym. No class 10/12, 11/23.

387463 M* 3:15-3:45pm 387464 F 10-10:30am 387468 F 10-10:30am *This is a 3 week class.

Ellen Ellen Ellen

11/26-12/10 $22 10/5-11/2 $24 11/16-12/14 $24

Tumble, Twirl, Turn & Twist! age: 3-4 Does your child start moving when the music begins?

Discover the joys of combining gymnastics & dance through movement, music, tumbling & apparatus. Gain musicality, poise, balance & flexibility as you tumble & twirl. Location: Gym 387467 W

4-4:45pm

Ellen

10/3-10/31 $33

Starting September 15th the Active Pass will give you even bigger savings! Why wait? Get your Active Pass today! Visiting Southwest Community Center just twice a week with an Active Pass can save you $35 a month over daily admissions! On September 15th, 2012 daily admission, 10-Visit, and 20-Visit pass fees will increase. The Active Pass fees will not change. 10 and 20-Visit passes are on sale at current prices through Friday, September 14th. Bringing the kids to swim? Grab an extra 20-visit child pass and save $19! Stopping by for a weekly soak in the hot tub? Take home an Adult 20-visit pass and save $42! If you visit SWCC an average of twice a week, the Active Pass is your best bet – only $1.38 each day!

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Portland Parks & Recreation Sports – Preschool & Youth Soccer - Mommy, Daddy & Me age: 2-4 Don’t watch from the sidelines! An introduction to the ‘World’s Most Popular Game! Interact with your child as you both learn the basics - pass, trap, dribble & shoot. Gain confidence, bond & exercise! Location: Gym. No class 10/12, 11/24.

386771 Sa 386772 Sa 387465 F

12-12:30pm 12-12:30pm 9:15-9:45am

Eric Eric Ellen

10/6-11/3 $30 11/10-12/15 $30 10/5-11/2 $24

Sports For Little Athletes age: 3-4 Run! Jump! Kick! A first sports experience for the little athlete in the family. A variety of games get your enthusiasts on the right track for future team activities through age appropriate skills that encourage sportsmanship and self esteem. No class 11/20, 11/21.

Location: Gym 387600 387601 387602 387606

Tu Tu W W

9:15-9:45am 9:15-9:45am 10-10:30am 10-10:30am

Blaine Blaine Blaine Blaine

10/2-10/30 11/6-12/11 10/3-10/31 11/7-12/12

$27 $27 $27 $27

Gym Dandies age: 3-4 Do you like to turn upside down? To climb & jump?

Tumbling, gymnastic & acrobatic basics explored together with music, mats & movement. Increase balance, mobility & socialization skills using imagination & increasing listening skills. Location: Gym. No class 10/12, 11/23.

387463 M* 3:15-3:45pm 387464 F 10-10:30am 387468 F 10-10:30am *This is a 3 week class.

Ellen Ellen Ellen

11/26-12/10 $22 10/5-11/2 $27 11/16-12/14 $24

Sports Mania age: 3-6 Let’s play all sorts of games. Start with the basics of team play with activities such as t-ball, soccer & basketball. Athletics help increase coordination, listening skills, muscle development & strength. What a blast! No class 11/22. Location: Gym 387631 Th 387632 Th

9:15-9:45am 9:15-9:45am

Blaine Blaine

10/4-11/1 $27 11/8-12/13 $27

3-3-3 Savings Program!

Register for 3 SWCC preschool, youth, family or adult classes in the same transaction & you will receive $3 off each class!

3-3-3 Registration may only be done in-person, by phone, or by fax. The 3-3-3 savings program does not apply to One Time Wednesdays, aquatic programs, trips, camps, The Sprout Academy, Meal Deal or single day activities.

12 Southwest Community Center

503-823-2840

Baseball & Softball First At Bat! age: 3-5 Play the game asamerican as apple pie! Enjoy a recreational introduction to the basics of the sport throwing, catching & hitting. No big-league pressure here. Self-esteem soars as ‘little big-leaguers’ develop skills necessary to master game fundamentals. Batter Up! No class on 11/22. Location: Gym 387566 M 9:30-10am 387567* M 9:30-10am 387568 Th 5:30-6pm 387569 Th 10-10:30am 387570 Th 10-10:30am *This is a 3 week class.

Blaine Blaine Travis Blaine Blaine

10/1-10/29 11/26-12/10 10/4-11/1 10/4-11/1 11/8-12/13

$27 $22 $27 $27 $27

Basketball For ‘Lil Dribblers age: 3-5 Dribble! Shoot! Take the ball to the Hoop! If you are ready for the game, here is the place to start! Develop coordination, stamina, ball handling skills, shooting techniques & footwork. No class 11/21. Location: Gym 387586 M 11-11:30am 387587 M* 11-11:30am 387588 W 9:15-9:45am 387589 W 9:15-9:45am *This is a 3 week class.

Blaine Blaine Blaine Blaine

10/1-10/29 11/26-12/10 10/3-10/31 11/7-12/12

$27 $22 $27 $27

Soccer - Start Kicking age: 3-5 Develop your motor skills for dribbling, trapping & kicking with an emphasis on ball control. Basics are introduced using games, obstacles & mini-matches.

Increase self-esteem & build a love for the game in a non-competitive environment with emphasis on cooperation & participation. No class 10/10, 11/20, 11/23. Location: Gym 387593 M 10:15-10:45am Blaine 387594* M 10:15-10:45am Blaine 387595 Tu 10-10:30am Blaine 387598 Tu 10-10:30am Blaine 387596 F 9:15-9:45am Blaine 387597 F 9:15-9:45am Blaine *This is a 3 week class.

10/1-10/29 11/26-12/10 10/2-10/30 11/6-12/11 10/5-11/2 11/16-12/14

$27 $22 $27 $27 $24 $27

Soccer - First Timers age: 4-6 Get big kicks from little feet. Basics include dribbling, trapping, coordination & running. Discover team play & make new friends in a safe, positive atmosphere.

Skills! Drills! Thrills! Location: Gym. 387572 Th

6:15-6:45pm

Travis

10/4-11/1

$27

Portland Parks & Recreation Sports – Preschool & Youth Bouldering Wall Basics-Indoors age: 4-6 Learn the fundamentals of climbing without using a rope. Experience simple hold patterns, gradually moving toward more difficult ones. Build self confidence, develop teamwork skills, & strengthen friendships through this challenging, self-paced sport.

Location: Gym. No class 10/12, 11/21, 11/23.

387612 387613 387616 387617

W W F F

11-11:30am 11-11:30am 11-11:30am 11-11:30am

Blaine Blaine Blaine Blaine

10/3-10/31 11/7-12/12 10/5-11/2 11/16-12/14

$27 $27 $24 $24

Basketball For Little Stars age: 5-7 Do you have a prospective ball player or someone who just wants to learn the game? Improve motor skill development while practicing the fundamentals of shooting, passing & dribbling techniques. Teamwork & sportsmanship emphasized in a non-competitive fun environment. No class Nov. 21st. Location: Gym 387575 W 387576 W

5:15-6pm 5:15-6pm

Travis Travis

10/3-10/31 $33 11/7-12/12 $33

Fencing Basics age: 6-12 Not just for action heroes! Get involved in a sport that sets you apart from the crowd. Great for reflexes, muscle development, control, poise, coordination & stamina. En guarde! Location: Gym East 386494 F 386496 W-F

5-6:30pm 2-5pm

OFA OFA

10/5-11/2 $115 12/26-12/28 $70

Basketball - Hoop it Up! age: 8-11 Want to play like a pro? This is where they all started!

Develop & improve fundamentals including ball handling, shooting techniques & defensive skills while improving endurance, flexibility & strength. Learn special strategies, basic plays & develop a teamwork mentality. No class 11/21. Location: Gym 387582 W 387583 W

6:15-7pm 6:15-7pm

Travis Travis

10/3-10/31 $33 11/7-12/12 $33

Skateboarding Skateboarding - Jump On Board age: 7-12 Set and reach new skateboarding goals while building healthy confidence on your board! Learn about skatepark etiquette, safety, & skateboarding fundamentals. Improve your balance, mechanics, riding skills & control. Get up, get excited! Let’s skate!

Location: Skatepark.

387728 387729 386773 386774

Tu Tu Th Th

4:00-4:45pm 5:00-5:45pm 4:00-4:45pm 5:00-5:45pm

Boomer Boomer Sean Sean

9/18-10/16 9/18-10/16 9/20-10/18 9/20-10/18

$33 $33 $33 $33

Lacrosse - Stars Of The Future age: 6-9 Did you know that Lacrosse is consideredamerica’s first sport? A centuries old game that combines basketball, soccer & hockey. Develop speed & quickness while learning stick handling skills & game rules. Anyone can play it--the big or the small! No class Oct. 12th.

Location: Gym. No class 11/23.

387558 F 387559 F

4-4:45pm 4-4:45pm

Blaine Blaine

10/5-11/2 $29 11/16-12/14 $29

Soccer - Basics age: 6-9 Real football, real fun! Dribble, pass, shoot & score.

Develop basic techniques that help build your skills while playing the world’s most popular, fast moving game. It’s a real kick! No class 10/12, 11/23. Location: Gym 387555 F 387556 F

3-3:45pm 3-3:45pm

Blaine Blaine

10/5-11/2 $29 11/16-12/14 $29

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SWCC Basketball - Preschool & Youth

Basketball age: 4-7 Little Kidz League keep don’t We ing! everyth for time first a There’s g such as buildin skill on trate concen can you score, so throw? free a is What g! shootin & passing dribbling, on played are Games up! it Hoop ball?

Or a jump s can 2. Kid or 1 week played not are and baskets 8-foot ting comple after League r’s Hoope Little to move up Little Kidz League. Location: Gym. No Class 11/20.

387550 Tu

4:15-5pm Blaine

10/30-12/11

$36

*

Looking for KBA? Third and fourth grade KBA league has been moved to Winter Session.

It will start in January 2013.

Basketball For ‘Lil Dribblers age: 3-5 Dribble! Shoot! Take the ball to the Hoop! If you are ready for the game, here is the place to start! Develop coordination, stamina, ball handling skills, shooting techniques & footwork. Location: Gym. No class 11/21.

387586 M 11-11:30am 387587 M* 11-11:30am 387588 W 9:15-9:45am 387589 W 9:15-9:45am *This is a 3 week class.

Blaine Blaine Blaine Blaine

10/1-10/29 11/26-12/10 10/3-10/31 11/7-12/12

$27 $22 $27 $27

Basketball For Little Stars age: 5-7 Do you have a prospective ball player or someone who just wants to learn the game? Improve motor skill development while practicing the fundamentals of shooting, passing & dribbling techniques. Teamwork & sportsmanship emphasized in a non-competitive fun environment. No class 11/21. Location: Gym 387575 W 387576 W

5:15-6pm 5:15-6pm

Travis Travis

14 Southwest Community Center

10/3-10/31 $33 11/7-12/12 $33

503-823-2840

Basketball

Little Hoopers League Grade: 1-2

Dribble, pass, shoot & SCORE! Entry level leagu e for the Michael Jordans to be. Focus on skill deve lopment, teamwork & fun! Eight foot hoops used and t-shi rts included. Sign up for the practice day that is conv enient.

For kids in 1st & 2nd grade. Games will be on Saturdays (between 10am-2pm). No practice or games 11/1 911/24.

387551 M, Sa 5:15-6:15pm 387552 Tu, Sa 5:15-6:15pm 387553 Tu, Sa 6:15-7:15pm

TBD TBD TBD

10/22-12/15 10/23-12/15 10/23-12/15

$75 $75 $75

Attention Parents: Volunteers are needed to run this program. This is a non-competitiv e, beginning basketball league geared to the devel opmental needs of 1st & 2nd graders. An information meet ing will be held during the beginning of the first pract ice.

Teams are co-ed & are established at the end of the first practices, mixing player abilities, gender, age & school.

We will not keep pre-established teams together.

Once teams are set, there will be no adjustments. Gam es are Saturday morning in the SWCC gym. Later registrations accepted pending space available.

Basketball - Hoop it Up! age: 8-11 Want to play like a pro? This is where they all started!

Develop & improve fundamentals including ball handling, shooting techniques & defensive skills while improving endurance, flexibility & strength. Learn special strategies, basic plays & develop a teamwork mentality. No class 11/21. Location: 387582 W 387583 W

6:15-7pm 6:15-7pm

Travis Travis

10/3-10/31 $33 11/7-12/12 $33

Portland Parks & Recreation Southwest Community Center Gymnastics Academy SWCC’S Gymnastics programs are designed to increase coordination, strength, flexibility, balance, body awareness, self esteem & confidence. Participants may progress at their own pace through the skill levels listed for each class.

No Class 11/21, 11/22.

Vault

Bars

Beam

Floor

Gymnastics Preschool

Straight jump off spring board, straight jump off vault, donkey kicks, jumping to the vault block onto knees/feet.

Straddle swing/straddle hold, tuck swing/tuck hold, one or two feet on the bar while holding on with both hands, swing on bars with body control.

Straight walk across, sideways walk across, straight walk on tip toes.

Forward roll on incline mat.

Gymnastics Preschool Too!

Jumping to the vault block onto knees/feet, straight jump off spring board to feet hold landing, tuck jump off vault, donkey kicks, hurdle swing.

Straddle swing, pike swing, tuck swing, toes to bars, swing with body control, skin the cat.

Straight walk across, sideways walk across, straight walk on tip toes, sideways walk on tiptoes, straight jump down from beam hold landing, forward kicks.

Forward roll on incline mat, backward roll on incline mat.

Gymnastics I Beginning

Donkey kick legs intro to handstand, hurdle with arm circle onto spring board, straight jump off spring board, squat on vault, tuck jump off vault.

Front support, skin the cat, pullovers, forward roll dismount, swing with body control, front support with swinging legs.

Tiptoe forward, tiptoe sideways, arabesques, front kicks, intro turn on toes, tuck jump off.

Forward & backward roll on floor, intro to cartwheel, intro to handstand.

Gymnastics II Beginning Continued

Donkey kicks into handstand, hurdle with arm circle onto spring board, tuck jump off spring board, pike onto vault, squat onto vault.

Front support, pullover, forward roll dismount, cast, skin the cat, cast push away dismount, tuck jump off beam.

Straight jump, arabesques, forward kicks, ½ turn dismount, pivot turns, levers left and right, tuck jump off beam.

Forward & backward roll on floor, cartwheel, bridges, backwards walkover, handstand.

Ages 6-10

Ages 6-10

Ages 4-6

Ages 4-6

SWCC Gymnastics Academy Skill Progression

Gymnastics - Preschool 386997 W 386998 W

3:45-4:30pm 3:45-4:30pm

age: 4-6 TBD TBD

10/3-10/31 $38 11/7-12/12 $38

Gymnastics - Preschoolers Too! 387000 W 387001 W

4:45-5:30pm 4:45-5:30pm

TBD TBD

age: 4-6 10/3-10/31 $38 11/7-12/12 $38

Gymnastics - I Beginning 386990 Th 386991 Th

3:45-4:30pm 3:45-4:30pm

age: 6-10 TBD TBD

10/4-11/1 $38 11/8-12/13 $38

Gymnastics - II Beginning Continued 386992 Th 386993 Th

4:45-5:30pm 4:45-5:30pm

TBD TBD

age: 6-10

10/4-11/1 $38 11/8-12/13 $38

3-3-3 Savings Program!

Register for 3 SWCC classes and receive $3 off each class!*

*restrictions apply, see details on page 12.

Photo: A future gymnast practices on the bar.

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Martial Arts Come get your ‘kicks’ with us!

Discover the traditional Korean martial art of Taekwon-Do. Great lifelong aerobic exercise for the entire family. Emphasis on the 5 tenets of TaekwonDo: courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control, & indomitable spirit. Achieve your black belt goals!

Lead instructors: Master Cynthia Brown, 6th degree & Aaron Brown, 5th degree black belts. Class supported by additional Black belts allowing for small group instruction as well.

Photo (above): Students in the Tae Kwon Do First Kicks class practice their hand techniques

Class Structure: Warm-ups, hand techniques, forms, kicking drills, combination & non-contact sparring. Advanced students demonstrate strength through the breaking of woods boards.

Registration: New students are accepted throughout the month.

Class is very popular so sign up for all three months or risk being bumped. Registrants must drop by end of 1st week to get a refund.

Tae Kwon Do - First Kicks age: 5-7 A beginning class in Tae Kwon Do, a Korean martial art similar to Karate. The class teaches self defense using kicks, blocks, punches, strikes both as an exercise program & as a means of self defense. Flexibility & strength are increased through movement developed over hundreds of years in Asia. Emphasizes cooperation, self control & a non-competitive, nonviolent approach to martial arts. Location: Multi.

386483 Tu 386484 Tu 386485 Tu

5:30-6:15pm 5:30-6:15pm 5:30-6:15pm

Brown Brown Brown

10/2-10/30 $26 11/6-11/27 $26 12/4-12/18 $20

Tae Kwon Do - Traditional age: 7 & up Come get your ‘kicks’ with us! Discover a traditional non-contact Korean martial art. Great lifelong aerobic exercise for the entire family. Emphasis on the five tenets of Tae Kwon Do: courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self-control and indomitable spirit.

Achieve your black belt goals! Location: Gym East.

386486 Tu,Th 6:30-7:30pm 386487 Th,Tu 6:30-7:30pm 386488 Tu,Th 6:30-7:30pm

Brown Brown Brown

10/2-10/30 $50 11/1-11/29 $50 12/4-12/27 $45

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Photo (above): Roger Moore doing double jumping Box kick.

“

With 3 years of TKD classes at SWCC, I am thrilled with the confidence, focus, grace, discipline and dignity that the class has instilled in my daughter Rowan, age 8. They don’t just focus on TKD but also grades, and how to be a helpful, respectful part of society. Rowan’s favorite part of class is learning her new forms. ~ Cole Budlong

”

3-3-3 Savings Program!

Register for 3 SWCC classes and receive $3 off each class!*

*restrictions apply, see details on page 12.

Portland Parks & Recreation

Prices start at

$25!

Southwest Community Center Party Packages & Facility Rentals

Create your dream party!

1. Choose an Activity Swimming - Gym - Bouldering - Indoor Park - Do It Yourself - Facility Rental

2. Choose a Party Package or Facility Rental Swim Parties can be booked as:

Gym Parties must be booked as:

• A PARTY PACKAGE • OR • A FACILITY RENTAL •

• A PARTY PACKAGE •

all swim admissions included for up to the max. # of guests per package.

must pay swim admission fees at the time of booking for estimated # of swimming guests.

Party Packages: • Party Plus Party Host, Choice of Activity (up to 2hr Swim or 1hr Gym), 1hr Room Rental, Table Cover & Balloons

• Deluxe Party Party Plus Package + Cups, Plates, Napkins, Forks • Teen Party* 2hr Room Rental + Semi-Private Pool or Gym Rental

*Please view our Teen Party flyer or call a coordinator for pricing & details

Facility Rentals: • 1hr Room Rental, Tables & Chairs, plus 15 minute set-up & clean-up time • Looking for a Private Pool Rental? Call a party Coordinator for availability & pricing

3. Find your price! Don’t forget the party upgrades on the next page!

Party Packages

Facility Rentals

# of Guests

Room Options

Party Plus

Deluxe Party

Fri-Sun Rate

Mon-Thu Rate**

Refundable Deposit

1-15 guests

Poolside 1 or 2

$160

$185

$60/hr

$25/hr

$50 per room

16-30 guests

Poolside All, Multi Purpose 1 or 2

$200

$235

$80/hr

$25/hr

$75 per room

31-75 guests

Multi Purpose All

$250

$300

$135/hr

$25/hr

$100 per room

**Monday-Thursday Rental Rates do not apply on holidays or winter & spring breaks for Portland Public Schools.

Call a Party Coordinator Today: 503-823-2849 (M-F: 12-4pm)

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Portland Parks & Recreation Adult 18+

NEW! SWCC is proud to present two FREE workshops for

ALL parents of children age 5 & under!

Portland Parks & Recreation partners with MESD (Multnomah Education Services District) and MECP (Multnomah Early Childhood Program) to offer the highest quality classes & camps for all participants. Here is the latest & greatest benefit of our partnership that we are excited to bring to you!

These workshops are FREE of charge and open to ALL parents/caregivers regardless of a child’s level of physical, social, or emotional development. Location: Multi Purpose.Space is limited; please call 503-823-2848 to reserve your spot!

Hillary Hyde, MSW is the EI/ECSE Outreach Specialist for the Multnomah Early Childhood Program (MECP) at Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R) of Multnomah County. She spends most of her time working with families who have children birth through age 5. Hillary has also worked with divorcing families and blended families for 15 years. At home in SW Portland she is busy with her 12-year-old son’s school and enjoys sports, cooking, reading, gardening, walking her dog, and hopping in the car for a road trip whenever possible.

Estate Planning For Your Family age: 18+ Why wait? Prepare your family today for the unexpected tomorrow by safeguarding your assets & healthcare wishes! Gain important information about wills & probate, living trusts, health directives, powers of attorney & guardian issues. Explore startegies to retain complete control over whom, how & when your estate is distributed. Discover the best way to protect yourself & your loved ones! Location: Multi 387599 W

6:30-8pm

RBS, LLC 12/12

FREE

Wednesday • October 24, 6:30-8pm Local Resources and Programs for Families with Young Children (5 and Under) As our children grow and we navigate the world of parenting young children, it can be helpful to know what resources are available to families. The four paths for resources include the medial system, the education system, social services and private businesses. We will discuss each of these and look at what families often search for.

Wednesday • November 7, 6:30-8pm Parent Development: Becoming the Parent You Want to Be Children are not the only members of the family who grow and develop. We are usually focused on child development - but for a change we will look at how parents develop. Parent development is spurred by child development. The two are interrelated, and we will take a look at how they interact. This class is geared towards families who have children 5 and under.

Estate Planning Made Easy age: 18+ Don’t procrastinate! Receive practical advice to safeguard your assets & health care wishes during & after your lifetime. Acquire up-to-date knowledge about wills, living trusts, health care documents, issues regarding guardianship, conservatorship plus power of attorney.

Explore strategies to minimize or eliminate Oregon estate taxes, avoid probate & retain complete control over to whom, how & when your estate is distributed. Essential information for anyone! Location: Multi 387592 W

Try us for $2

Drop-in to Southwest Community Center for only $2!

Group Exercise Classes • Water Exercise Classes Fitness Center • Open Gym activities • Lap Swim

*Please note that some programs are not eligible for the “Try Us For $2” program. Examples include but are not limited to registered activities, Kid Central, and Camp Before & After Care. **This offer is limited to individuals who are new to Southwest Community Center.

Course #s: Fall: 383598

18 Southwest Community Center

503-823-2840

6:30-8pm

RBS, LLC 10/17

FREE

Portland Parks & Recreation Adult 55+ Drawing - All Levels age: 55 & up Discover your hidden talents through the basics using charcoal & pencils. Find out how fun & easy it is as it builds the self-confidence of beginners or advanced students! Simple-to-understand instruction taught in a relaxed atmosphere. Class will focus on drawing approach & technique, with emphasis on composition, the elements of art, principles of design & perspective.

Bring basic drawing supplies to first class, instructor will talk about additional supplies. Pencil. Eraser. Sketch Pad. To receive a refund or credit please call 3 working days in advance of class start date. Location: Multi.

385863 Tu

10-12pm

Paul C.

10/2-11/13 $26.25

Painting - Acrylics & Oils age: 55 & up Express your creative side on canvas. Unleash that hidden talent through individual expression using still life, landscapes, reproductions & photographs. Discover skills in technique & perspective in a relaxing setting.

Location: Multi.

385821 Tu

12:15-2:15pm Paul C.

10/2-11/13 $26.25

Watercolor For All age: 55 & up Express your creativity exploring basics to advanced.

Use techniques such as sketching, mixing colors & laying washes to develop a unique style. Discover elements of light & shadow, composition & texture that you can bring to all the visual arts. Location: Multi.

385455 Tu

Get connected:

portlandonline.com/mayor facebook.com/FutureConnect

Hypnosis Are you ready to lose weight NOW? Call 503.395.7311 for your free 20 min. consultation

Paul C.

10/2-11/13 $26.25

Van Trip - Exploring Portland age: 55 & up A crown jewel of the Pacific NW, the City of Roses offers an amazing culture & independent spirit. Many people are discovering the joys & benefits of actively participating in local community. Visit & enjoy fascinating destinations. Fee includes three-course lunch prepared by professional culinary arts students.

Bring $7 for admission to Pittock Mansion. Van departs from Southwest Community Center, 6820 SW 45th, promptly at 11:30. Parking is available in the lot or on the street. Meet in the lobby. If using a wheelchair, motorized scooter or need special assistance, please contact Senior Recreation at 503-8234328 as soon as possible. Location: SWCC Lobby.

384838 Tu

An education initiative of the Mayor’s Office building partnerships between Portland Parks & Recreation, businesses, schools, colleges, and communities to help students find success at the next level of college or their career.

2:30-4:30pm

11:30-4:30pm Staff

12/4

$26

Portland’s Most Hands-On Toy Store

Hours of play: 9:30-7 Weekdays, 9-6 Sat & 10-5 Sun 503.245.3936 In historic Multnomah Village SW Capitol HWY at 35th

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Portland Parks & Recreation Water Workouts Exercising in the water cushions the impact, reducing stress on the joints while supporting the muscles and promoting more efficient toning. Twelve times more resistant than air, water allows triple strength gains over land aerobics! In addition, heart rates are lower in the water, allowing for optimal fat burning and less fatigue. Check out our shallow or deep-water classes, and enjoy the benefits!

Water Workouts Schedule

Swim Lessons T

W

Th

9am11:15pm 4:006:50pm

9am11:15pm

9am11:15pm

3:458pm

4:006:50pm

9am11:15pm 3:458pm

F

Sa

All classes are 55 minutes long

Su

MON No 8:35-12:30 4:10-6:25 Lessons

6am

M

TUES

Aquaerobics

WED

THURS

Aquaerobics

FRI

SAT

Aquaerobics

W

Th

F

Sa

Su

5:15am-

5:15am-

5:15am-

5:15am-

5:15am-

9:00pm

9:00pm

9:00pm

9:00pm

9:00pm

7:00am6:00pm

9:00am6:25pm

LAP SWIM (Lap Pool): We will make every attempt to have 1-2 lap lanes available, at all times, for adult lap swimmers. Up to 6 lap lanes will be available at designated times, call 503-823-2840 for a complete schedule of lap lanes available during operating hours.

PAC (Portland Aquatic Club): Mon-Fri 4pm-5:30pm PIL: Mon-Fri 7:30pm-9:00pm (Nov. 5-Feb. 8) Jesuit: Mon-Fri 2:45pm-4pm (Nov. 5-Feb. 8) LAP SWIM ETIQUETTE: “Circle Swimming” is necessary when more than two people are in a lane.

Lane lines divide lap lanes. Think of the lane as a highway, always stay on the right hand side. Like a highway lap lanes may become crowded, at these times “circle swimming” is a necessity. Lap lanes are designated according to a swimmer’s speed: slow, medium, and fast. Look at the yellow markers at the end of the pool to find your appropriate lane.

GREAT Birthday Parties!

Have your party during open swim hours.

Parties include scheduled use of a party room and up to 2 hours of swim time!

Call a Birthday Party Coordinator at 503-823-2849 Semi & Private Pool Rental Hours Available Saturday 6:05-8:05pm Sunday 6:30-8:30pm After-Hours rental times are available. *** Pool parties must adhere to SWCC pool height requirement and adult supervision ratios for their group.

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6:35pm 5:35pm

Adult Lap Swim

10am

(Not all levels offered at all times.)

SMILE

SMILE

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Pregnancy Aquaerobics Fitness

Aquaerobics: Energize youself with this invigorating workout! This shallow water class focuses on cardiovascular fitness with special attention to strength and flexibility. All fitness and swimming levels are welcome!

Aquapower: Experience the difference in deep water, using buoyant and resistant equipment for an excellent cardiovascular workout with zero impact! Aquapower is designed for all levels. Participants should be comfortable in deep water.

S.M.I.L.E.: (Slower Movement Intensity Lowered Exercise) – This shallow water class focuses on improving circulation, strength, range of motion, and flexibility through low-impact exercise.

Pregnancy Fitness: A gentle paced aerobic activity with strength and stretching exercises – all utilizing the freedom and support of the water. Pregnant or postpartum participants join any class. The specific pregnancy fitness classes are designed so participants may enjoy the camaraderie of others experiencing the same growth and labors of pregnancy.

SWCC POOL SCHEDULE • September 15th - January 6st

FAMILY and OPEN PLAY SWIM TIMES Call 503 823-2840 for pool information.

OPEN PLAY SWIM

*Children under 18 years of age must be supervised by a parent or guardian in the water.

Monday & Wednesday 7pm-9pm, Leisure Pool & Slide open

Monday - Thursday 11:30am - 1:30pm Slide will not be available Friday 11am - 2:30pm Slide will be available after 12pm

Sunday 10:30am - 12:30pm Slide Open

Friday 2:30-9:00pm, Leisure Pool & Slide Open Saturday 1:30pm - 6pm, Slide & Rope Swing Open Sunday 12:30pm - 4pm, Slide & Rope Swing Open

Director Park

Saturday 11:30am - 1:30pm Slide Open

Tuesday & Thursday SWIM LESSONS, no open play swims

Fulton Park CC

FAMILY SWIM*

Westside Parks

Portland Parks & Recreation

Extra Swim Times & Special Days!

9/2-9/14 10/12

During the extra swim times above the slide opens at noon, and the rope swing is open from 1:00-4:00pm

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• Non-swimmers and children under 48” must not be left unattended on the pool deck, and must be accompanied at all times in the water by a person 18 years of age or older (or parent or guardian) who shall remain responsible for them and their safety.

Southwest CC

• Swimmers 48” and over can attend Open Play Swim on their own.

Hillside CC

PLEASE NOTE:

Annual Maintenance Closed Inservice Day 11:00-1:00pm Family Swim

1:00-9:00 Open Play Swim 11/9 Teacher Planning 11:00-1:00pm Family Swim

1:00-9:00 Open Play Swim 11/12 Veteran’s Day 11:30-1:00pm Family Swim

1:00-9:00 Open Play Swim 11/19-21 Parent Conferences 11:30-1:00pm Family Swim

1:00-9:00 Open Play Swim 11/22 Thanksgiving Day Closed 11/23 Schools Closed 11:00-1:00pm Family Swim

1:00-9:00 Open Play Swim 12/17-12/21 Winter Break 11:30-1:00pm Family Swim

1:00-9:00 Open Play Swim 12/24 Christmas Eve Day Closed 12/25 Christmas Day Closed 12/26-12/28 Winter Break 11:30-1:00pm Family Swim

1:00-9:00 Open Play Swim 12/31 New Years Eve Day 11:30-1:00pm Family Swim

1:00-2:30 Open Play Swim 1/1 New Years Day 11:30-1:00pm Family Swim

1:000-5:30 Open Play Swim

Portland Parks & Recreation Lesson Descriptions If your child has had more than a 3-month break from swimming lessons, they should repeat the previous level as a refresher course.

Classes designed to have one instructor: • per 4 to 5 students–Goldfish through Pre-Penguin • per 4 to 6 students–Pre-Otter through Polar Bear • per 4 to 8 students–Sea Lion and Above • per 3 students–all semi-private lessons

Parent/Child Lessons 6mo-3yrs Angelfish 6 - 18mo

Starfish 18mo - 3yrs

New to the pool? Together, discover the wonders of the water through exciting songs & activities as your little fish acclimates to the new world of water.

Experience bubble blowing, kicking, assisted floats & glides while developing confidence & coordination.

Be a ‘star’ in the water! Gain additional water adjustment & increase confidence. Toddlers will develop more independence, body awareness & control in the water.

Practice more floats, kicks, jumps and glides . . . together!

Youth Lessons 6yrs & older Penguin

For the non-swimmer. Provides water adjustment activities, front and back floats and glides, kickboard skills.

Otter

Must be comfortable in water, able to front glide with kick (steamboat) 10 feet. Back float unassisted.

Seal

Must be able to crawl stroke without breathing for 20 feet and kick on back for 15 feet unassisted.

Polar Bear

Must be able to crawl stroke with beathing for 30 feet, backcrawl for 30 feet.

Sea Lion

Must be able to crawl stroke with breathing for 50 feet and back crawl for 50 feet.

Piranha

Optional level, may be taken any time after completion of Sea Lion. Works on turns, competitive strokes, starts drills & endurance. Offered in the Summer season only.

Dolphin

Must be able to swim 25 yards crawl stroke, backcrawl and elementary backstroke. Knowledge of breaststroke.

Park Shark

Must be able to dive in and swim 50 yards crawl stroke, backcrawl, elementary backcrawl and breaststroke.

Park Shark II

Must be able to swim 50 yards each of breaststroke, backcrawl, sidestroke, and front crawl with good technique.

Preschool Lessons age 3-5yrs Goldfish

For the non-swimmer. Provides water adjustment activities, front and back floats and glides, kickboard skills.

Penguin

For the non-swimmer who can put their face (including eyes) in the water and blow bubbles for 5 seconds.

Otter

Must be comfortable in water and able to front glide with kick (steamboat) 5 feet. Back float unassited.

Seal

Must be able to crawl stroke without breathing for 15 feet and kick on back for 10 feet unassisted.

Must be able to front dive unassisted Intro to Springboard and be at least a Sea Lion level swimmer. Offered at Dishman & Diving Wilson Pools.

Adult Lessons Lessons Adult For Beginner and Intermediate swimmers.

Pre Competetive League

Aquatic Swim Lesson Information See pages 70-71 for registration information.

Times & levels listed are the same for all sessions.

Unless specified otherwise, pre and youth classes are offered for Penguin, Otter, and Seal.

Note: All classes subject to change.

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Dive into action with The Blue Macos! Are you into speed, competition & perfecting your technique?

Strut your stuff in this pre-competitive league, racing against other pools in Portland at quarterly mockswim meets. Receive one hour per week coaching on Butterfly, Backstroke, Breastroke, & Freestyle including competitive dives & turns. Not for US Swimmers.

Saturday 11:30am-12:30pm Fee: $60 resident / $78 non resident 9/29 - 12/8 no class 11/24

Portland Parks & Recreation Session Dates SAT SUN M/W T/TH M/W T/TH

9/29 - 12/8 9/30 -12/9 10/1 - 10/29 10/2 - 11/1 11/5 - 12/12 11/6 - 12/13

10 lessons - No class 11/24 10 lessons - No class 11/25 9 lessons 10 lessons 9 lessons - No class 11/12, 19, 21 10 lessons - No class 11/20,11/22

Swim Lesson Classes WEEKDAY MORNING CLASSES

MON/WED TUE/THUR 9:00 Angelfish 9:00 Angelfish

Goldfish

Goldfish 9:35 Penguin (pre) 9:35 Starfish

Otter (pre)

Otter (pre) 10:10 Starfish 10:10 Penguin (pre)

Goldfish

Seal (pre) 10:45 Penguin (pre) 10:45 Goldfish

Otter (pre)

Penguin (pre) WEEKDAY AFTERNOON / EVENING CLASSES MON/WED TUE/THUR 4:00 Goldfish 3:50 Goldfish Penguin (pre)

Penguin (pre)

Otter (pre) (yth)

Otter (pre)

Seal (yth)

Sea Lion

Polar Bear 4:25 Goldfish 4:35 Goldfish

Penguin (pre)

Penguin (pre)

Otter (yth)

Otter (pre) (yth)

Seal (yth)

Seal (pre)

Park Shark I & II

Polar Bear 5:00 Angelfish 5:10 Starfish

Goldfish

Penguin (pre) (yth) Penguin (pre)

Otter (pre) (yth)

Otter (pre) (yth)

Seal (yth)

Polar Bear 5:45 Goldfish 5:35 Starfish

Penguin (pre)

Goldfish

Otter (yth)

Penguin (pre) (yth)

Seal (yth)

Otter (pre)

Polar Bear

Seal (yth)

Dolphin 6:10 Goldfish 6:20 Penguin (pre)

Penguin (pre)

Otter (pre)

Otter (yth) Seal (pre) (yth)

Seal (pre) (yth)

Polar Bear

Polar Bear Sealion 6:45 Goldfish

Penguin (pre)

Otter (pre) (yth)

Dolphin 7:20 Penguin (pre)

Otter (pre)

Seal (yth)

Polar Bear

Sea Lion 8:00 Adult

Swim Lesson Fees Youth/Aquaducks (Parent & Child) 10 lessons $47.50 (resident) $61.75 (non-resident) 9 lessons $42.75 (resident) $55.57 (non-resident) Adult 10 lessons 9 lessons

$52.50 (resident) $68.25 (non-resident) $47.25 (resident) $61.42 (non-resident)

SATURDAY MORNING CLASSES 10:20 Starfish 8:35 Angelfish

Goldfish

Goldfish

Penguin (pre)

Penguin (pre)

Otter (pre) (yth)

Otter (yth)

Seal (yth)

Dolphin

Park Shark I & II Synchro 10:55 Starfish 9:10 Starfish

Goldfish

Penguin (pre) Penguin (yth)

Otter (pre) (yth)

Seal (yth)

Seal (yth)

Polar Bear

Polar Bear

Sea Lion 9:45 Angelfish

Synchro Continuing

Goldfish

Penguin (pre) (yth) 11:30 The Blue Macos

Adult Beginner

Otter (yth)

Seal (pre)

Open Kayak Time!

Bring your boat to the pool!

6:30-8:30pm • $9 per boat • $4 each add’l person

You must pre-register.

9/23 #389148 10/14 #389149 11/18 #389150 12/9 #389151 Please make sure your boat is clean and free of debris. A hose will be available on the sundeck.

Leisure Pool and Spa will not be available during this time.

Private & Semi-Private Lessons All levels and skills taught. Staffing and scheduling dependent upon instructor availability. To schedule lessons, fill out a request form located in the Aquatics office. Requests will be filled on a first come first served basis, as space is available during regular lesson times.

PRIVATE LESSONS: One instructor to one student. $60.00/hr (resident) $78.00/hr (non-resident) 2.5 hour minimum for children and adults.

SEMI-PRIVATE LESSONS: One instructor per two to three students. 10 lessons for $95.00 (resident) $123.50 (non-resident).

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SWCC Gym Schedule - Fall 2012

OPEN GYM Southwest Community Center offers an Open Gym setting for youth and adults to play basketball and volleyball at various times Monday through Sunday.

See the schedule below for days and times. Hours and dates subject to change

Indoor Park

All Ages 5:30-8:45am

Circuit Training 7:10-8:10am

Saturday

All Ages 10am-4pm

noon-2pm

*All Ages 2-7pm

5pm

9pm

Adult 30 & up Team Play 7:30-9:30am

Adult Basketball

noon-2pm

4pm

6pm 7pm 8pm

Adult Basketball Team Play 18 & up 7:30-9:30pm

Sunday

10:30-noon

Youth 18 & under 3-5pm

3pm

Youth 18 & under 3-4pm

2pm

10:30-noon

Adult Basketball

noon-2pm

1:30-3:30

1pm

Adult Basketball

5:30-8:45am

Friday

Indoor Park Indoor Park

10:30-noon

Indoor Park

Noon

All Ages

Youth 18 & under 3-5pm

11am

Thursday

1:30-3:30

9am 10am

5:30-8:45am

Indoor Park

8am

All Ages

Youth 18 & under 3-4pm

7am

Wednesday All Ages 5:30-8:45am

6am

Tuesday

Circuit Training 7:10-8:10am

Monday All Ages 5:30-8:45am

Hours 5am

Circuit Training 7:10-8:10am

= Times when Southwest Community Center has classes or activites scheduled.

Adult Volleyball REC PLAY 7:30-9:30pm

Adult Basketball Team Play 18 & up 7:30-9:30pm

Adult Volleyball

POWER PLAY

7:30-9:30pm

Adult 30 & up Team Play 4-6pm

Open Gym Half Gym

7:30-9pm

10pm *No Indoor Playpark: 10/12, 11/9, 11/12, 11/19-11/23, 12/17-12/28 *Limited hours during our annual building maintenance 9/6-9/18.

*Groups are not permitted to use Open Gym time for practices. Call 503-823-2849 and speak with a coordinator to learn about our new Gym Practice Rental Policy. *Open REC Volleyball: Open for all skill levels to enjoy! *Power Play Volleyball: For experienced players only (18 & up)! * No Adult Basketball when kids are out of school: October 12, November 9, 12, 19, 21, 23, December 17, 19, 21, 24, 26, 28.

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Portland Parks & Recreation Admission Benefits

20-Visit Card

Our Daily Admission fee, Active Pass, 20-Visit Card, & 10-Visit Card provide access to all drop-in activities.

Swim lessons, specialized camps and classes are offered at a set fee – no additional admission fee will be charged when participating in these classes.

To accommodate guests who plan to visit Southwest Community Center frequently or who wish to bring in a larger group of visitors we offer 20 Visit Cards. These cards provide unlimited day-use of the facility and its drop-in programs at a discounted rate.

Daily Fee Our Daily Admission fee provides unlimited access, for the entire day, to all drop-in activities offered in the Center! Swim laps in the morning, enjoy a “Body Buff” aerobic class at noon, and shoot hoops in the evening... all for the cost of one daily admission fee!

General Admission Fees Tots: 0-2yrs

Free Child: 3-12 yrs

$3.50 Teens: 13-17 yrs

$4.75 Adults: 18-59 yrs

$6.50 Seniors: 60 yrs & up $4.75

SWCC Active Pass Don’t want to fill out paperwork each year? This is the pass for you. The SWCC Active Pass provides ongoing access to drop-in programs throughout the facility.

Tots 0-2 Child 3-12 Teens 13-17 Adults 18-59 Senior 60+

Resident

General

Monthly Cost/day Monthly Cost/day Fee

Fee Free Free Free Free $23 74¢ $30 97¢ $32 $1.03 $41 $1.32 $43 $1.38 $56 $1.81 $32 $1.03 $41 $1.32

*Senior Couple $48 Parent/Child $58 *Family $62

$1.55 $1.87 $2.00

$62 $75 $81

$2.00 $2.41 $2.61

For your convenience, Active Passes will auto-renew each month. Simply pay your first monthly fee upon registering, and all future monthly payments are deducted directly from your debit or credit card. *Family denotes a couple (married or domestic) and their legal dependants.

Merchandise for Sale For your convenience, a variety of items are available for sale at our Front Reception Desk. For a complete list of merchandise available on sale, stop by or call 503-823-2840.

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Fee Cost/visit Tots 0-2 Free Free Child 3-12 $59.50 $2.98 Teens 13-17 $80.75 $4.04 Adults 18-59 $110.50 $5.53 Senior 60+ $80.75 $4.04

General Fee Cost/visit Free Free $63 $3.15 $85.50 $4.28 $117 $5.85 $85.5 $4.28

10-Visit Card To accommodate guests who plan to visit Southwest Community Center occasionally, or who wish to bring in a group of visitors we offer 10 Visit Cards. These cards provide unlimited day-use of the facility and its drop-in programs at a discounted rate.

Resident

Fee Cost/visit Tots 0-2 Free Free Child 3-12 $31.50 $3.15 Teens 13-17 $42.75 $4.28 Adults 18-59 $58.50 $5.85 Senior 60+ $42.75 $4.28

General Fee Cost/visit Free Free $33.25 $3.33 $45.13 $4.51 $61.75 $6.18 $45.13 $4.51

Annual Pass Resident

Fee Cost/visit Tots 0-2 Free Free Child 3-12 $276 75¢ Teens13-17 $384 $1.04 Adults 18-59 $516 $1.39 Seniors 60+ $384 $1.04 Families $744 $2.02

General Fee Cost/visit Free Free $360 90¢ $492 $1.25 $672 $1.69 $492 $1.25 $872 $2.45

Annual Pases are to be paid in full at the time of registration.

Please see the Active Pass if you are interested in monthly payments. Active and Annual Pass Holders complete the same Pass Holder Agreement.

Non-Resident Cards Non-Residents of the City of Portland may purchase a NonResident Card which will give the holder “resident status & rates” when signing up for Portland Parks & Recreation classes & activities. Does not apply to passes of indefinite length.

3-month Card: 6-month Card: 9-month Card: 1 year Card:

Individual $25.00 Individual $45.00 Individual $65.00 Individual $85.00

Family $ 50.00 Family $ 90.00 Family $130.00 Family $170.00

Portland Parks & Recreation Scholarship/Financial Assistance Financial assistance and fee reduction is available to those residents of the City of Portland that apply for assistance and meet standard eligibility requirements.

The Scholarship Assistance Application will be available at the Center, and will also be distributed through social service providers. For more information, or to request an application, call 503-823-2840.

Parking Recommendations Please park in designated parking spots only. When in the parking lot, we encourage you to drive slowly.

Carpool, walk, bike or take Tri-Met to the Center. In the evenings after 5pm and on weekends, you can park in the Vermont Hills Shopping Center parking lot located at the south corner of SW 45th Ave. and Vermont.

Locker Rooms & Lockers/Lock Rentals Lockers will be available for daily use only at no additional fee.

It is requested that all children age 6 and older use the locker rooms of their own gender. Four family changing rooms are available by the swimming pool.

Use of photo cellular phones is prohibited in locker rooms and restrooms.

Combination and Key locks are available for purchase at the Front Desk. Locks are available to rent for a 50 cent fee and a piece of ID to be held as collateral. Use of lockers is at your own risk, the Center accepts NO responsibility for lost or stolen items. Please leave valuables at home.

Child Care Program Quality Child Care is available for birth to 8 years of age, to accommodate parents attending classes, swimming or working out in our fitness areas. Children accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis.

FEE: Childcare costs are determined by the age of the child for each ½ hour or any portion thereof. Two-hour maximum.

Children ages 0 – 18 months: $2.75 per ½ hour Children 19 months – 8 years: $2.25 per ½ hour Child Care coupons (equal to ½ hour care) are available individually and as a 20-punch pass.

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Directions to SWCC From the South: Take I-5 North to Terwilliger Blvd.

Turn LEFT onto Terwilliger Blvd at the the off-ramp light. You will cross over I-5. Turn LEFT on Barbur Blvd. Turn RIGHT on Bertha Blvd. Turn LEFT on Vermont St. Follow Vermont to 45th Ave. From the North: Take I-5 South to the Multnomah Blvd exit. Follow Multnomah Blvd for 1.5 miles. Turn RIGHT at 45th Ave. Follow 45th Ave to Vermont St.

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We think Southwest Community Center a.k.a “The Gym” is great!

This facility and it’s experienced instructors are a blessing for this community. We appreciate the flexibility of scheduling and thoughtfulness of staff with regard to the needs of our particular child.

Coach Blaine, Teacher Ellen & the Swim Staff are HEROES!

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~Mary Horrall- Robert’s mom

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