Youth Enrichment Classes

YOUTH & TEEN ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS

Child Care & Babysitting Workshop

$60R / $72NR – 1 DAY

Ages Start Date Days Times 12-18 JAN-29 SAT 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM 12-18 MAR-19 SAT 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Learn safe and fun ways to babysit and care for children. Class covers CPR, first aid, techniques for active children, and how to have a successful babysitting adventure. Build confidence, selfesteem and skills necessary to care for infants and children on a daily basis and in emergency situations. Bring a sack lunch. Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: American Emergency Response Training LLC

Tumbling - Steppin’ Out $60R / $70NR – 6 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Days Times 4-7 JAN-8 SAT 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM 4-7 FEB-19 SAT 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM This is a fun and exciting way to build strength, flexibility, and coordination. Learn tumbling basics such as forward rolls, handstands, cartwheels, back walkovers and more. Each child is encouraged to advance at his or her own pace safely. Wear form fitting clothing. Hair should be pulled back. No experience necessary. Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: Steppin Out Performance Arts

Crafty Kids

FREE – 1 DAY

Ages Start Date Days Times 6-10 FEB-10 THU 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM 6-10 MAR-14 MON 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM This is a free event offered for children ages 6-10 years old. Come and enjoy various art, creative fun themes, and explore simple STEM activities. Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: Recreation Staff

Musical Theater

$60R / $70NR – 6 WEEKS $80R / $90NR – 8 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Days Times 7-12 JAN-6 THU 6:30 PM - 7:15 PM 7-12 JAN-8 SAT 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM 7-12 FEB-17 THU 6:30 PM - 7:15 PM 7-12 FEB-19 SAT 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM 7-12 APR-7 THU 6:30 PM - 7:15 PM 7-12 APR-9 SAT 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM This class combines various aspects of the arts such as dancing, singing, and acting into one fun class! Students learn dance routines that showcase the basic jazz skills they learn alongside songs from popular musicals and movies. Classes starting in April have an optional off-site recital. Recital costume fee of $45 collected by the instructor on the third week of class. Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: Steppin Out Performance Arts

GCC After School Program

FREE – SCHOOL YEAR

Ages Start Date Days Times 5-14 OPEN MON/TUE/ THU/FRI 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM 5-14 OPEN WED 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM The Glendale Community Center offers a free, drop-in after school program for youth ages 5-14 years old. This is a non-Licensed program which runs from August 9, 2021 through May 26, 2022, Monday through Friday. We work in partnership with the Glendale Elementary School District meaning our program is open Mon/Tues-Thurs/Fri – 4 PM – 7 PM; Wed – 1 PM – 7 PM. We also offer programs during school breaks to meet your needs.

The Glendale Community Center offers a snack and a meal each day to participants of the program, as well as to other neighboring youth.

Your children will have fun with new friends and team staff in a positive, welcoming environment. For more information, please contact Recreation Coordinator, Manny Padia, at 623930-2961 or via email at mcpadia@ glendaleaz.com. We are excited to welcome you to the renovated and inviting Glendale Community Center! Location: GLENDALE COMMUNITY CENTER Instructor: Recreation Staff

YOUTH & TEEN ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS

360 Summer Camp

$110R / $145NR – 8 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Days Times 6-11 JUN-6 MON - FRI 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM Give your kids, ages 6-11, a memorable summer at this popular, supervised summer program, where staff provide fun, age-appropriate programming in a variety of spaces within the facility. All Foothills 360 sessions are drop-in programs and participants may come and go at their own will. Kids will enjoy swimming, the rock wall, gymnasium games, arts and crafts, and guest speakers. This Monday-Friday program fills quickly! Space is limited and available on a first come, first served basis. Registration begins April 1, and you may register for one or multiple weeks, as long as there is space available. Each child will need to bring daily, a non-perishable lunch and 2 snacks. Weekly enrollment fees: $110R / $145NR weekly. NO PRE-REGISTRATION FEES. ALL REFUNDS OR CANCELLATION REQUESTS must be made 7 calendar days in advance of the registered start date to allow for those on the waitlist to register. All cancellation/refund requests will include a $5 processing fee per week/per child. For more information, call 623-930-4600 or register online at www.glendaleaz.com/ parksandrecreation. Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: Recreation Staff

Ballet/Tap Combo 1

$60R / $70NR – 6 WEEKS $80R / $90NR – 8 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Days Times 3-5 JAN-6 THU 4:30 PM - 5:15 PM 3-5 JAN-8 SAT 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM 3-5 FEB-17 THU 4:30 PM - 5:15 PM 3-5 FEB-19 SAT 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM 3-5 APR-7 THU 4:30 PM - 5:15 PM 3-5 APR-9 SAT 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM This is an introduction to ballet, tap, creative movement and tumbling skills. The focus is on having fun and giving your child a positive introduction to dance. No experience is necessary. Black tap shoes are required and pink, leather ballet shoes are recommended. Students can wear any comfortable clothing. We recommend putting your child’s initials in their shoes and bringing a bag with their ballet shoes inside. Students start the class in tap shoes. Classes starting in April have an optional off- site recital. Recital costume fee of $45 collected by instructor on the third week of class. Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: Steppin Out Performance Arts

Ballet/Tap Combo 2

$60R / $70NR – 6 WEEKS $80R / $90NR – 8 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Days Times 5-8 JAN-6 THU 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM 5-8 JAN-8 SAT 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM 5-8 FEB-17 THU 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM 5-8 FEB-19 SAT 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM 5-8 APR-7 THU 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM 5-8 APR-9 SAT 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM This is an introduction to ballet, tap, creative movement and tumbling skills. The focus is on having fun and giving your child a positive introduction to dance. No experience is necessary. Black tap shoes are required and pink, leather ballet shoes are recommended. Students can wear any comfortable clothing. We recommend putting your child’s initials in their shoes and bringing a bag with their ballet shoes inside. Students start the class in tap shoes. Classes starting in April have an optional off- site recital. Recital costume fee of $45 collected by instructor on the third week of class. Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: Steppin Out Performance Arts

YOUTH & TEEN ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS

All - Star Gymnastics

$60R / $70NR – 6 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Days Times 2-3 JAN-3 MON 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM 2-3 JAN-6 THU 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM 2-3 MAR-3 THU 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM 2-3 MAR-14 MON 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM A FUN way for kids to build confidence and learn pre-level 1 gymnastics fundamentals. Our AllStar Gymnasts learn basic tumbling skills through progressions designed to build strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, and endurance. Parent involvement is required for 2 -3 year old class. NO CLASS 1/17 AND 2/21 Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: Stretch - n- Grow LLC

Camp Fit

$60R / $70NR – 8 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Days Times 6-8 JAN-5 WED 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM 9-12 JAN-5 WED 6:15 PM - 6:45 PM 6-8 MAR-2 WED 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM 9-12 MAR-2 WED 6:15 PM - 6:45 PM This fitness class uses energizing music that kids know and love, along with fitness equipment and props making each class different. We provide 30 minutes of vigorous physical activity while teaching the importance of a healthy lifestyle. Classes include: Circuit Training, Cardio, Strength and Endurance Training, Obstacle Courses, Relay Races and Teambuilding Exercises. Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: Stretch - n- Grow LLC

Junior Racquetball Spring Clinic

$13R / $17NR – 2 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Days Times 8-15 MAR-12 SAT 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM Learn the game of racquetball in a fun environment. Instructor shares rules, tips, and teaches participants how to play the game. Participants should come dressed in activewear and tennis shoes. All equipment is provided, or you may bring your own. Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: Lovinger

Music Stars

$60R / $70NR – 8 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Days Times 2-3 JAN-5 WED 10:15AM - 10:45AM 2-3 MAR-2 WED 10:15AM - 10:45AM It’s TONES of fun! Each music and movement exploration class is filled with songs, integrated with physical movement and dramatic imagination, and explores instruments such as tambourines, triangles, maracas and rhythm sticks. Our instructors invite children to use moving, verbal, and listening skills. Material/ Supply fee: $20 collected by instructor on the first day of class. Parent Involvement required for 2-3 year old class. Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: Stretch - n- Grow LLC

Fitness Stars

$60R / $70NR – 8 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Days Times 2-3 JAN-3 MON 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM 2-3 MAR-14 MON 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM This is an action-packed fitness class where kids learn about their strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, and how healthy foods fuel their bodies. Watch your kids develop focus and gain selfcontrol from physical activity that will help with school and sports readiness - skyrocketting them to their next milestone! Parent involvement is required for the 2-3 year old class. NO CLASS: 1/17 Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: Stretch - n- Grow LLC

Yoga Stars

$60R / $70NR – 8 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Days Times 2-3 JAN-5 WED 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM 2-3 MAR-2 WED 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM This is an action-packed fitness class where kids learn strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, and how healthy foods fuel their bodies. Watch your kids develop focus and gain self-control from physical activity that will help with school and sports readiness and skyrocket them to their next milestone. Parent involvement is required for 2-3 year old class. NO CLASS: 1/17 Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: Stretch - n- Grow LLC

YOUTH & TEEN ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS

Pound Fitness

$35R / $45NR – 4 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Days Times 8-15 JAN-10 MON 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM 8-15 FEB-7 MON 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM 8-15 MAR-7 MON 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM 8-15 APR-4 MON 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM Calling all ROCKSTARS!!! Looking for a way to cut loose and get exercise at the same time? Join us for POUND® to channel your inner ROCKSTAR with a full- body, cardio-jam session inspired by the infectious fun of playing the drums. Nothing makes exercise more engaging than picking up a magical pair of bright green Ripstix to harness the power of movement with music that encourages pre-teens and teens to participate in group fitness and de-stress from the day. Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: Pivonka

Stretch, Flow, Relax and Let Go

$35R / $45NR – 4 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Days Times 8-15 JAN-10 MON 6:15 PM - 6:45 PM 8-15 FEB-7 MON 6:15 PM - 6:45 PM 8-15 MAR-7 MON 6:15 PM - 6:45 PM 8-15 APR-4 MON 6:15 PM - 6:45 PM

4 Sport Multi with B.E.S.T. Sports

$112R / $122NR – 8 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Days Times 2-4 JAN-15 SAT 10:40 AM - 11:25 AM 5-8 JAN-15 SAT 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM 2-4 MAR-12 SAT 10:40 AM - 11:25 AM 5-8 MAR-12 SAT 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Our industry-leading 4-Sport program brings you multiple weeks of 4 fantastic sports: Soccer, Baseball/Softball, Basketball & Track. We teach your player how to kick and control a soccer ball; how to hit, catch, throw, and run the bases; shoot and dribble a basketball; and, how to run, jump, build strength, and endurance in our Track & Field program. Our goal and focus is to maintain an energetic & highly active program that teaches, encourages, and advances your young player regardless of their skill level. Please bring an ageappropriate soccer ball for the first week. A hitting tee and a basketball is needed later in the session. NO CLASS 4 /16 Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: Beginners Edge Sports Training LLC

Soccer Skills & Training with B.E.S.T. Sports

$112R / $122NR – 8 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Days Times 2-4 JAN-15 SAT 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM 5-8 JAN-15 SAT 9:50 AM - 10:35 AM 2-4 MAR-12 SAT 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM 5-8 MAR-12 SAT 9:50 AM - 10:35 AM This weekly soccer class will teach your kids the skills of soccer with activities such as: dribbling, kicking, throw-ins, goalie skills, (age permitting: scrimmaging) and more! Our goal and focus is to maintain an energetic and highly active program that will teach, encourage, and advance your young players regardless of skill level. Please bring a Size 3 ball with your child’s name on it and a water bottle. NO CLASS 4/16 Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: Beginners Edge Sports Training LLC

Gentle yoga and stretching is used as a way to empower pre-teens and teens as they explore how the body, mind, and breath are connected. Doing this, they gain better focus, understand what it means to be centered, explore emotions, destress, and discover how to become more mindful by tuning to their inner voice. Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: Pivonka

YOUTH & TEEN ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS

Japanese Judo - Intermediate 1

$21R / $25NR – 4 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Days Times 8-18 JAN-5 MON/WED 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM 8-18 FEB-2 MON/WED 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM 8-18 MAR-2 MON/WED 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM 8-18 APR-4 MON/WED 6:00 PM - 7:15 PM Advance your judo skills by expanding your postures and salutations, moving on the mat, controlling your opponent, and falling safely. Must have taken prior judo classes. Techniques of grappling, locking, choking, escaping, and sequence combinations taught. Participants must supply their own Gi. NO CLASS 1/17 AND 2/21. Location: FOOTHILLS RECREATION & AQUATICS CENTER Instructor: Moore

Tennis 11-17

$60R / $72NR – 4 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Days Times 11-17 FEB-7 MON/ WED 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Bring your racquet and enjoy professional instruction geared for beginners. Basic skills, etiquette, and rules are covered using drills and games. Loaner racquets available upon request. Location: PASEO RACQUET CENTER Instructor: Paseo Racquet Center Staff

Tennis 4-8

$45R / $54NR – 4 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Days Times 4-8 FEB-7 MON/ WED 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM Students are trained under USTA guidelines. Class utilizes smaller courts (36 inch), smaller nets and racquets, and special balls. Play-based drills are geared toward increasing enjoyment and skill development. Location: PASEO RACQUET CENTER Instructor: Paseo Racquet Center Staff

Tennis 9-10

$60R / $72NR – 4 WEEKS

Ages Start Date Days Times 9-10 FEB-7 MON/ WED 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM Students are trained under USTA guidelines. Age-appropriate equipment is used to speed up the learning curve. Play occurs on 60-foot courts with slowmoving balls to assist in developing tennis skills. Location: PASEO RACQUET CENTER Instructor: Paseo Racquet Center Staff

Glendale Gamers

FREE – YEAR - ROUND

Ages Start Date Days Times

All OPEN WED 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM We offer E-Sports opportunities and game streaming to engage residents in virtual programming. We will play and stream different games that appeal to a variety of skill levels and ages. The live streams are family-friendly and moderated by Parks and Recreation staff. Participants will be able to engage in different contests and play for various prizes! For more information, please sign up on our E-Sports interest list with this link: https://forms.gle/VoETYeG9Sa3hHcGy9 Glendale’s Gamers is a Channel for Streaming and Gaming information for the gamers in the City of Glendale, Arizona. Location: GLENDALE COMMUNITY CENTER Instructor: Recreation Staff