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ARTS & CULTURE
ADVANCED HULA
This class is designed for adults (or at least 16+ years old) who have had at least 5 years of experience dancing hula. The instructor assumes that all attendees understand the terminology and methods of hula steps and hand movements. The finer points of hula choreography will be covered in this class. If interested in learning the basics of Hula, please contact the Parks & Recreation Department. Ages: 16+ (ages 16-17 accompanied by adult) Cost: $50/class Location: Prescott Valley Public Library • 3rd Floor 7401 E Skoog Blvd Date/Time: Dec. 10, Additional dates TBA 9:00am - 2:30pm
YOUTH PRIVATE DANCE LESSONS
Join instructor Hector Rivera for private dance lessons! If you are a new student it is recommended that you first register for the Introductory Private Lesson prior to registering for private lessons. Private lessons are scheduled for either Friday between 1:00 - 7:00 pm or Saturday 9:00 - 2:00 pm, lessons are one hour each. After registering for your introductory lesson please contact the instructor (contact information provided on receipt) to schedule your lesson. Ages: 5-15 Cost: $120/4 sessions Location: Prescott Valley Civic Center • 3rd Floor 7501 E Skoog Blvd Date/Time: Coordinated with instructor PRIVATE DANCE LESSONS
Join instructor Hector Rivera for private dance lessons! If you are a new student it is recommended that you first register for the Introductory Private Lesson prior to registering for private lessons. Private lessons are scheduled for either Fri. between 1:00 - 7:00 pm or Sat. 9:00 - 2:00 pm. Lessons are one hour each. After registering for your introductory lesson please contact the instructor (contact information provided on receipt) to schedule your lesson. Ages: 15+ Cost: $200.00/4 sessions Location: Prescott Valley Civic Center • 3rd Floor 7501 E Skoog Blvd Date/Time: Coordinated with instructor
BEGINNER BALLET
Enjoy the excitement and beauty of classical ballet with certified instructor Hector Rivera! This beginner class develops an awareness of alignment and basic ballet vocabulary and technique. Your child will have fun learning the secrets behind becoming a great ballerina or danseur! Class will focus on ballet terminology and style through the execution center and across the floor exercises. Your child will clearly understand body alignment, movement quality, carriage of the upper body, and flexibility. Ages: 3 - 7 years Cost: $32/4 week session $40/5 week session Location: Prescott Valley Civic Center • 3rd Floor 7501 E Skoog Blvd Date/Time: December - March (excluding holidays) Thursdays • 4:15 - 5:00pm
INTERMEDIATE BALLET
Take your child’s ballet dancing to the next level with certified instructor, Hector Rivera’s intermediate class! This class focuses on ballet terminology and technique through the execution of center and across-the-floor exercises. Your child will clearly understand body alignment, movement quality, carriage of the upper body, and flexibility. With quality and knowledgeable teaching, and an encouraging environment, these classes will be a perfect fit for those who aspire to improve their dancing! Prior ballet experience is required. Ages: 7+ Cost: $32/4 week session $40/5 week session Location: Prescott Valley Civic Center • 3rd Floor 7501 E Skoog Blvd Date/Time: December - March (excluding holidays) Thursdays • 5:00 - 5:45pm
INTERMEDIATE TAP & JAZZ
Make friends, explore movement, and develop dance skills with certified dance instructor Hector Rivera! Tap dancing creates a keen sense of rhythm, timing, and musical awareness. Jazz dance introduces a stylistic vocabulary for a fun, funky, and expressive way of dancing: emphasis on rhythm, basic technique, locomotor skills, and coordination. Tap & Jazz is a perfect combination class for young dancers ages seven and up. This class is a fun and well-rounded introduction to dance for young students. Basic knowledge and dance skills are required; previous dance experience is encouraged. Ages: 7+ Cost: $32/4 week session $40/5 week session Location: Prescott Valley Civic Center • 3rd Floor 7501 E Skoog Blvd Date/Time: December - March (excluding holidays) Thursdays • 5:45 - 6:30pm PIANO LESSONS
Discover your musical potential with the guidance of our piano instructor, Leasa Chase. Leasa will teach the basics of piano or help students improve upon the skills they already possess. Lessons are scheduled per half hour session, at a cost of $20.00 for each session. Ages: 6+ Cost: $20/1/2-hour session Location: Prescott Valley Civic Center • 3rd Floor 7501 E Skoog Blvd Date/Time: Lessons Coordinated with Instructor
CARD MAKING WORKSHOP
Whether you’re an avid crafter or want to learn a new skill, this is your class! Bring a friend or meet new ones as you get creative. During each 90-minute class, you will be led by expert crafter and instructor Dolly Werner in creating beautiful, unique greeting cards perfect for Birthdays, Holidays or just to send someone well wishes. Supplies are prepared ahead of time for you. You will do stamping and will learn different techniques such as pressure embossing, heat embossing, die cutting, fancy folds, and others. You will leave with a beautiful set of 4 greeting cards for only $20 per class, less than most store-bought cards! Learn to make cards people will treasure! Whatever level of crafting skill set you possess, this class is for you! Ages: 14+ Cost: $20/class Location: Prescott Valley Civic Center • Room 311 7501 E Skoog Blvd Date/Time: Nov. 29: 10:00 - 11:30am Christmas Card Dec. 6: 10:00 - 11:30am Dec. 6: 1:00 -3:00pm Dec. 13: 10:00 - 11:30am Dec. 13: 1:00 -3:00pm
STILL LIFE DRAWING WITH COLORED PENCILS
Discover if painting is a new creative hobby you want to pursue! This fun & informative introduction class, led by art instructor Tom Blank, will teach you some painting basics as you create your own masterpiece. All supplies provided. Ages: 14+ Cost: $225/4-wk session Location: Prescott Valley Civic Center • Activity Rm. 7501 E Skoog Blvd Date/Time: Mondays in January • 5:00 - 7:00pm
GUITAR, BASS & UKELELE LESSONS
Learn to play your favorite songs, styles of music, or even create your own songs on the guitar by utilizing the techniques taught in this course. Or enjoy strumming some contemporary pop riffs or traditional Hawaiian music on the Ukulele. All levels from beginners to advanced are welcome! Private lessons are an opportunity for students to learn at their own pace with individualized attention. Ages: 6+ Cost: $75/4, 1/2-hour sessions Location: Prescott Valley Civic Center • 3rd Floor 7501 E Skoog Blvd Date/Time: Lessons Coordinated with Instructor
VOLUNTEER
OPPORTUNITIES
Community Services is committed to providing parks, facilities, art, and leisure opportunities to our culturally diverse population through the resources of community involvement, dedicated staff, and sound management. Our services are possible through the talent and dedication of our volunteers.
LIBRARY
The library staff compassionately welcome, enrich, and inspire all in our community to learn and grow together. Opportunities to volunteer include: Adult Literacy • Adult Services • Drive-up Window Friends of the Library • Shelving Material Sorter Bin Duties • Transit
PARKS
Parks maintain 276 acres of parks, 13 miles of multi-use paths and urban trails within Prescott Valley, and cooperatively manages several special facilities for the town’s citizens. Opportunities to volunteer include: Adopt PV • Parks Trail Crew Member • Park Aide Large Group Clean-up • Event Staff Sport Field & Park Maintenance
RECREATION
Recreation offers many low-cost or free events, all designed for a variety of tastes and ages. These events require dedicated and joyful volunteers to help them run smoothly. Opportunities to volunteer include: Daddy Daughter Dance • Eggstravaganza • Arbor Day Pitch, Hit, & Run • Rhythm & Brews • Red, White, & Boom Fandomania • Haunting on the Green • Winter-Spectacular
TO LEARN MORE ABOUT VOLUNTEERING WITH PRESCOTT VALLEY, EMAIL SADAME@PRESCOTTVALLEY-AZ.GOV
