Guide Guide Program Program Holiday Market Holiday Market Wellness Center Wellness Center November 23 November 23 2 P.M. to 6 P.M. 2 P.M. to 6 P.M. 2023 Summer 2023 Summer Camp Registration Camp Registration Wellness Center Wellness Center January 16 - Community January 16 - Community Dare to Bare Dare to Bare Riverside Skating Center Riverside Skating Center February 3, February 3, 7 P.M. to 8:30 P.M. 7 P.M. to 8:30 P.M. Winter-Spring Winter-Spring Spring Egg Hunt Spring Egg Hunt Wellness Center Wellness Center April 1, 2023 April 1, 2023
Celery Bog Nature Area
Cumberland Park & Arni Cohen Memorial Fields
George E. Lommel Park
Happy Hollow Park
Lincoln Park
Mascouten Park
Paula R. Woods Park
Peck Trachtman Park
Tapawingo Park Trailhead Park
Tommy Johnston Neighborhood Park University Farm Park Wabash Heritage Trail Side Park
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Karen Springer, President
David Purpura, Vice President
Paul Siciliano, Secretary
Paul Brennan, Board Member
David Kucik, Board Member
Andy Gutwein, Park Board Attorney
4 Aquatics & Swim Lessons 12 Childcare & Camps 18 Community Events 22 Facilities & Rentals 28 Join Our Team We're Hiring! 30 Wellness Center Memberships 34 Programs 38 Sports & Recreation 42 Volunteers & Fundraising 44 Park Partners 48 Staying Connected 49 Parks Department Team Contents Contents FEATURES
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PARK BOARD HOW TO REGISTER Register online with your CivicRec account by clicking the activity codes in this Program Guide Visit our website at westlafayette.in.gov/parks Call
for help
online! City Hall: 765.775.5110 Wellness Center: 765.269.4950 In Person at City Hall or the Wellness Center
Parks Department office is closed on all federal holidays. 3
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Aquatics Aquatics
The West Lafayette Parks and Recreation Department strives to help everyone learn to swim and be safe around water Teaching water safety is important to us which is why we offer high quality swim lessons at affordable prices We can help anyone aged six months and older learn to swim with the choice of group or private lessons
WELLNESS CENTER POOL
The 170,000 gallon pool includes four 25 yard lap lanes, a walking vortex, an open swim area, and a zero depth splash pad All children ages 5 11 are required to take a swim test Parents and guardians are required to be within arm's reach of all children less than five years of age or for any child unable to pass the swim test Parents or guardians of children less than nine years of age must remain within the Aquatics Center Please review the full list of rules posted on the wall near the tot spot
RENTALS
See the Facilities & Rentals tab on page 18
SWIM TESTS
For safety purposes, all swimmers between the ages of 5 to 11 must take a swim test and wear a swim band. Swimmers may be asked to take or retake a swim test at the lifeguard’s discretion. If a swimmer needs to be rescued, the swimmer will need to retake the swim test before reentry into the pool. As always, safety is our top priority and rules are the best form of accident prevention
Our swim test is designed to check the swimming abilities of children Based on this test, children receive a colored band that signifies their swimming ability Bands are required for swimmers ages 5 to 11 years old
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AMERICAN RED CROSS CLASSES
LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION
We partner with the American Red Cross for all our lifeguard training needs. In this course, participants learn the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care Class includes training in water rescues, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and first aid skills
JUNIOR LIFEGUARD COURSES
Junior Lifeguarding introduces participants aged 11 14 to the skills needed for entry to the American Red Cross lifeguarding course. Participants will also assist instructors in teaching swim lessons
For more information about lifeguard courses visit the aquatics page on our website or contact Julie Martin, Aquatics Coordinator jamartin@westlafayette in gov
8:00 P M
The Wibit is available for an additional fee to any Wellness Center pool package
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Swim Lessons Swim Lessons
PAYMENTS
$40/member for group lessons
$80/community rate for group lessons
$125/private lessons (4 sessions), discounted to $100 for Wellness Center Members
Accounts must be current to register for programs and free of outstanding balances
No lessons on Labor Day; prices adjusted for the shortened week
INSTRUCTORS
All swim lesson instructors follow the American Red Cross swimming lesson program
Only staff are permitted to teach lessons
Instructors have the final say in which level each child needs to attend
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Proper swim attire is required
Swim diapers are required for all non toilet trained swimmers
Arrive on time for the lesson; time will not be made up for tardiness
Always check in at the Hub Desk
Only the child registered for the lesson can attend
POOL RULES
Walk on the deck; No running Respect lifeguards and follow directions
Kick boards and pull buoys are only permitted in lap lanes
Only coast guard approved floatation devices permitted
No other inflatables allowed
Jump facing forward, feet first, and from the edge of the pool: No twists or flips Diving is allowed in 9 feet of water
Lap lanes are for instruction, Green Band swimmers, and lap swimmers Horseplay and rough play are not permitted
No sitting on the walls
Children under 5 and Red Band swimmers must be accompanied by an adult and must remain within arm's reach at all times The bench area is not a step to enter and exit the pool
No food, gum, or breakable containers on deck
Do not dress or change on the pool deck; Use locker space for all changing needs
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PRIVATE LESSONS
Ages: 3 Years and Older
Private swim lessons have many benefits, such as more flexibility with scheduling, customizable goals, and accommodations for special needs. Private lessons are also very helpful for anyone terrified of water or who has experienced water trauma.
A request waitlist is periodically opened, please reach out if you are interested in being added
Private lessons are purchased in sets of four, 30 minute lessons The cost is $100 for members of the Wellness Center or $125 for community members
PARENT/CHILD
Ages: 6 months to 3 years old
Help your child learn to love the water! Parent/Child classes work on developing swim readiness skills and building up confidence in the water Class is lead by an instructor who will teach basic swimming skills through song and play
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Activity Code: 23 10000 23 10001 23 10030 Wednesday Saturday Tues/Thurs
Jan 11 to Feb 15 Jan 14 to Feb 18 Feb 21 to Mar 9 9:30 A.M. to 9:55 A.M. 10:30 A M to 10:55 A M 9:30 A M to 9:55 A M
PRESCHOOL
Ages: 3 to 5 year olds
These lessons help 3 5 year olds learn how to develop basic swimming skills. The class focuses on getting your child comfortable with water while learning a number of skills such as blowing bubbles, kicking, and floating.
LEVEL I
No swim experience is needed Students will learn to feel comfortable in the water They will be introduced to basic water competency skills
Activity
Jan 10 to Feb 14
Jan 11 to Feb 15
Jan 11 to Feb 15
Jan 12 to Feb 16 Feb 21 to Mar 9 Feb 21 to Mar 9
4:30 P M TO 4:55 P M
10:00 A M to 10:25 A M
4:30 P M to 4:55 P M
4:30 P M to 4:55 P M 10:00 A M to 10:25 A M
4:30 P M to 4:55 P M
LEVELS 2 & 3
Students need to be comfortable being in the water. They will be introduced to basic water competency skills and develop the skills needed to swim independently without a flotation device.
Activity
Jan 10 to Feb 14
Jan 11 to Feb 15
Jan 12 to Feb 16 Feb 21 to Mar 9
4:30 P M to 4:55 P M
4:30 P M to 4:55 P M
4:30 P M to 4:55 P M
4:30 P M to 4:55 P M
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Code: 23 10002 23 10003 23 10004 23 10005 23 10031 23 10032
Tuesday Wednesday Wednesday Thursday Tues/Thurs Tues/Thurs
Code: 23 10007 23 10008 23 10009 23 10033
Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Tues/Thurs
SCHOOL AGE
Ages: 6 to 11 year olds
These lessons help teach 6 11 year olds basic swimming skills and help develop stronger stamina for long distance swimming.
LEVEL I
No swim experience is needed. Students will learn to feel comfortable in the water. They will be introduced to basic water competency skills.
Activity
Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Tues/Thurs
Jan 10 to Feb 14 Jan 11 to Feb 15 Jan 12 to Feb 16 Feb 21 to Mar 9
LEVEL 2
Jan 10 to Feb 14 Jan 11 to Feb 15 Jan 12 to Feb 16 Feb 21 to Mar 9
5:00 P.M. to 5:40 P.M.
5:00 P.M. to 5:40 P.M.
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5:00 P.M. to 5:40 P.M.
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Code: 23 10010 23 10011 23 10012 23 10034
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Being comfortable water is required Students begin to perform skills at a slightly more advanced level This is the beginning of independent swimming
Activity Code: 23 10014 23 10015 23 10016 23 10035 Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Tues/Thurs
5:00 P.M. to 5:40 P.M. 5:00 P M to 5:40 P M
LEVEL 3
Code: 23 10018 23 10019 23 10020 23 10036
Wednesday Thursday Tues/Thurs
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Activity Code: 23 10022 23 10023 23 10024 23 10037
Wednesday Thursday Tues/Thurs
Students learn front crawl, elementary back stroke, and headfirst diving safety They are introduced to scissor kicks, dolphin kicks, and diving from the pool edge in a seated position Activity
Tuesday
Jan 10 to Feb 14 Jan 11 to Feb 15 Jan 12 to Feb 16 Feb 21 to Mar 9 5:00 P M to 5:40 P M 5:00 P M to 5:40 P M 5:00 P M to 5:40 P M 5:00 P M to 5:40 P M
Students will increase endurance by swimming greater distances with familiar strokes. They will learn sidestroke, submerge and swim underwater. They are introduced to breaststroke and butterfly stroke. Advanced levels will refine performance for the previously learned strokes. They will learn front and back flip turns and shallow angle dives into deep water LEVELS 4 & 5
Tuesday
Jan 10 to Feb 14 Jan 11 to Feb 15 Jan 12 to Feb 16 Feb 21 to Mar 9
5:00 P M to 5:40 P M 5:00 P M to 5:40 P M
REGISTRATION TIPS
Swim lessons fill up quickly so have your account pulled up and active before the sessions open Registration is all web based and there is no priority to registering in house or at your house
Private swim lessons are in high demand, wait times may vary depending on availability of the swimmer and instructor
HIRING NEEDS
We are in need of more lifeguards and swim instructors. If you're interested in learning more, please visit www redcross org/take a class/lifeguarding or www redcross org/take a class/swimming to review the needed qualifications Visit the Join our Team tab on page 24 for more information on how to apply
Aquatics Coordinator jamartin@westlafayette in gov
mdenney@westlafayette.in.gov
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CONTACT INFORMATION
Julie Martin
Michelle Denney Assistant Aquatics Coordinator
Childcare & Camps Childcare & Camps
The West Lafayette Parks and Recreation Department stri and engaging activities
CLUBHOUSE
The Clubhouse is our child care area that members can utilize while they are enjoying the Wellness Center Kids ages 6 weeks 11 years old can spend up to 2 hours a day learning and growing while their parents work out Registration in MotionVibe is required Each child must be a Wellness Center member or pay $5 per visit to use the room if space is available
Ages: 6 weeks to 11 years old p p y p afternoon of play, learning, and fun! Activities include art, reading, games, and guided play. Sessions are M/W/F from 1 P.M. to 4 P.M. A daily snack will be provided.
Clubhouse Hours:
Mon to Fri 9:00 A.M.to 1:00 P.M.
Mon to Thur 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
Sat 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
Ages: 3 5 year olds
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Dec 5 to Dec 16 Jan 9 to Feb 3 Feb 6 to Mar 4 Mar 6 to Mar 31 Apr 3 to Apr 28 May 1 to May 26 Try our FREE Preschoolers Day on December 19. Spaces are limited! Holiday Hoopla Wonderful Winter Fantastic Fairytales Silly Shapes Numbers & Nature Wacky Weather Session Themes:
PARENTS NIGHT OUT
Parent's Night Out (PNO) is the perfect opportunity for kids to squeeze in more social time with friends while parents run errands, go on a date, or just enjoy a quiet night. Activities include games, gym time, movies, and sometimes swimming. A meal and snack are provided.
$20 per child, $5 sibling discount
5:30 P M to 8:30 P M Ages: 4 12 Years Old
Activity Code: 220322 23 20300 23 20301 23 20302 23 20303 23 20304
December 17 January 20 February 11 April 14 May 20 June 2
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SPRING BREAK CAMP
Come join us for a fun filled week of art, crafts, swimming, and other indoor and outdoor activities Registration opens February 13, 2023
$150 per week community rate $120 per week member and Kids Camp Pass holders
SCHOOL'S OUT DAYS
No School? No Problem! Join us for a day of swimming, games, crafts, and more at the Wellness Center.
$45 per day community rate $35 per day member & Kids Camp Pass holders 9:00 A M to 4:00 P M Ages: 5 12 Years Old
Activity Code: 23 20400 23 20401 January 16 February 20 MLK Day Presidents' Day
Monday to Friday 9:00 A M to 4:00 P M Ages: 5 12 Years Old
CONTACT INFORMATION
Ashley Conner
Youth Development Coordinator aconner@westlafayette in gov 765 269 4950
Activity Code: 23 20000 23 20001 WLCSC Break TSC Break March 13 17 March 27 31
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2023 Summer Camp May 30th-August 11th Registration opens January 16th Member Rate: $120/week Community Rate: $150/week *$30 per child registration fee Ages: 6-11 Camp Hours: 9am-4pm Before & After Care Included (7:30-9:00am & 4:00-5:30pm) Parent Orientation: Wednesday, May 24 at 5:00 pm OR 7:00 pm West Lafayette Wellness Center aconner@westlafayette.in.gov 765 269 4950 Activities Include: Special Theme Weeks Swimming Seasonal Crafts Field Trips
June 5th 9th: Crawling Critters June 12th 16th: Animal Evidence Traces & Tracks June 19th 23rd: Forest Friends June 26th 30th: Rockin' Geology July 10th 14th: UnbeLEAFable Plants July 17th 21st: Aquatic Adventures July 24th 28th: Winging It with Birds July 31st August 4th: Amazing Amphibians & Reptiles 2023 Lilly Nature Center 2023 Lilly Nature Center Summer Camp Summer Camp Sessions: Ages: Hours: Registration Opens: Fee: Registration Fee: 6-8 & 9-12 $150 per week Monday, January 16th *No Camp July 3rd-7th 9:00am-4:00pm $30 per child Questions? Email aconner@westlafayette.in.gov *No Wellness Center member discount for Lilly Camps
2023 Summer Camp Junior Counselor Program Give your 13-15 year old the opportunity to grow their leadership skills with hands on experience in a day camp setting! Hours: 9:00 am- 4:00 pm Turn in the Junior Counselor application either at the front desk or emailed to aconner@westlafayette.in.gov We will reach out to schedule an interview. Please show up to your interview on time and dressed appropriately. You will be contacted within 1-2 weeks of your interview How Do I Become a Junior Counselor? 1. 2. 3. There is a 6 week attendance minimum for this program. Participants may choose to do a blend of Wellness Center and Lilly Camp as space allows. Fees: WellnessCenter: Members:$60/week Community:$75/week NatureCenter: $75/week(nomemberdiscounts) All camp activities, field trips, and snacks included in program fees. Gain job experience in a fun and safe environment. Special activities/opportunities Program Benefits: Camp Dates: May 30-August 11th
Registration opens Monday, October 31st
Each child will need to pack a lunch daily and dress appropriately for the weather. Indoor and outdoor activities will be planned. Kids will swim on Tuesdays and Fridays. Field trips will be scheduled. Questions? Email aconner@westlafayette.in.gov
Registration opens Monday, February 13th
Each child will need to pack a lunch daily and dress appropriately for the weather. Indoor and outdoor activities will be planned. Kids will swim twice per week. Questions? Email aconner@westlafayette.in.gov
Spring Break Camp 2023 Spring Break Camp 2023 Winter Break Camp Winter Break Camp December 26-30 & January 2-4
Hours 9:00 am-4:00 pm Before Care & After Care (Included) 7:30-9:00 am & 4:00-5:30 pm Ages 5-12 Fees Members: $25/day per child Community: $30/day per child
Ages 5-12 Hours 9:00 am 4:00 pm Before Care & After Care (Included) 7:30-9:00 am & 4:00-5:30 pm Fees Members: $120/week per child Community: $150/week per child
March 13th-17th (WLSC) & March 27th-31st (TSC)
Community Events Community Events
INVASIVES WORKDAY
Join us in removing invasive plants at Happy Hollow Park Stay after for a hike through the park Bring warm clothes, boots, sturdy gloves, and a water bottle Lunch will be provided! Please register and fill out the volunteer form.
Saturday, November 19 10 A.M. to 12 P.M. Happy Hollow Park
CUMBERLAND DOG PARK OPENING
Join us with your furry best friends as we open Cumberland Dog Park to the community Be sure to review our dog park rules before coming so you have an enjoyable experience.
Thursday, December 8 11 A.M. to 12 P.M.
SKATE WITH SANTA
Santa invites you, your parents, and your friends to join us for a fun filled morning The event will include a breakfast of donuts, hot cocoa, juice, and milk served by Santa’s elves, along with skating with the jolly old elf himself Registration required, available in CivicRec
Saturday, December 10 9 A.M. to 11 A.M. Riverside Skating Center
GINGERBREAD AND JAMMIES
Dress up in your favorite holiday pajamas and decorate a gingerbread house with your family Cookies and hot cocoa are provided Registration required, available in CivicRec
Saturday, December 10 12 P.M. to 2 P.M. and 3 P.M. to 5 P.M. West Lafayette Wellness Center
SUNDAY WITH SANTA
Join us for a fun filled afternoon with Santa Activities include refreshments, a craft, writing or drawing a list, and photos with Santa Registration required, available in CivicRec
Sunday, December 11 8 A.M. to 5 P.M. West Lafayette Wellness Center
DARE TO BARE
If you're feeling brave, come to Dare to Bare and skate in your swimsuit at Riverside Skating Center (Not recommended for younger children )
Friday, February 7 P M to 8:30 P M Riverside Skating Center
WELLNESS CENTER COMMUNITY DAYS
We like to open the doors to the Wellness Center for our community several times each year so everyone can enjoy our welcoming facility. Community Days include access to the fitness floor, track, pool, and classes if space allows.
Saturday, December 17 Noon to 5 P M Tuesday, February 14 All Day Please review our Code of Conduct prior to coming!
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Bounce Houses Food Trucks Egg Hunt Craft Table Coloring Contest Cake Walk 6-8 years 9-11 years Age Groups 2 and under 3-5 years Special Needs
The West Lafayette Parks and Recreation Department is excited to host our 2nd Annual Spring Egg Hunt on Saturday, April 1 at the Wellness Center, but we need our community's help! Below is a list of sponsorships we're seeking to make our egg hunt EGGstraordinary All event sponsors will receive a sign beside their donation and various recognition based on the donation amount, as listed below Our 2022 Fall Festival had more than 3,000 participants and we're planning for just as many guests with our Spring Egg Hunt Please, let us know if you can help! Email us at wellness@westlafayette in gov for more information Thank you for your support!
Name on TV Monitors Social Media Website eNewsletters: Wellness Center and Parks & Rec 1101 Kalberer Rd, West Lafayette 765.269.4950 westlafayette.in.gov
$1,000 Bounce Houses $500 Craft Table $500 Photobooth with Photographer $500 Special Needs Egg Hunt $400 Cake Walk $300 Face Painting Station $300 Ages Two and Under Egg Hunt $300 Ages 3 5 Egg Hunt $300 Ages 6 8 Egg Hunt $300 Ages 9 11 Egg Hunt $200 Races and Games (Six Stations) $$$$ General Donations for Supplies Benefits $149 or Less $150$299 $300$499 $500 or More wlwellnesscenter wlparksrec WestLafayetteWC WLParksRec WestLafayetteWC WestLafayetteParks
Facilities & Rentals
& Rentals
Allow the West Lafayette Parks and Recreation Department to host your special events with our facility and shelter rentals. From graduation parties to small weddings, or epic pool parties, we have several options to help you celebrate! All our parks are open from 8 A.M. until a half hour after sunset unless otherwise posted.
CUMBERLAND PARK
The Cumberland Park shelter is near the community basketball courts and the Arni Cohen Memorial Fields Cumberland Park is also home to the West Lafayette Farmers Market from 3:30 P M to 7 P M on Wednesdays from May October The softball fields are used for summer and fall leagues but can be rented for events off season
3065 N Salisbury Street, West Lafayette, IN 47906
Facility Capacity Drinking Water Electric Picnic Tables Grill Bathroom or Port-a-Potty Shelter 72 North Softball Diamond South Softball Diamond
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Facilities
Shelter Capacity Drinking Water Electric Picnic Tables Grill Bathroom Shelter 1 (A+B) 84 Shelter 1A 42 Shelter 1B 42 Shelter 2 22 Shelter 3 28 Shelter 4 74 Shelter East 38 23
Shelters
birthday parties and
celebrations The shelter rentals provide easy access to playgrounds, drinking
restrooms, picnic tables, grills, and electricity The
contains 2 accessible playgrounds for
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Happy Hollow Park is approximately 81 acres in size with a dog park, one mile of paved trolley line trail for hiking, and approximately one mile of footpaths with access to Garden Street, Salisbury Street, and Rose Street. 1301 Happy Hollow Rd, West Lafayette, IN 47906 HAPPY HOLLOW PARK
HALL
24 LNC Capacity Drinking Water Electric Picnic Tables Grill Bathroom Indoor Classroom 70 Outdoor Classroom 120
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222 N Chauncey Avenue,
Lafayette, IN 47906 MARGERUM CITY
COMMUNITY BAY
Our storage facilities are available for canoes, kayaks, and rowing shells next to the Wabash River. The facility is part of the Purdue Crew Boathouse and is located along the Wabash Heritage Trail immediately south of the river access facilities The river access ramp and dock are available for use by Community Bay renters The climate controlled bay includes lockers and restrooms 500 Brown Street, West Lafayette, IN 47906
Bean Room 84 Flex Room 42 Lobby 42 Studio 1 30 Studio 2 30 MARGERUM CITY HALL
Facilities & Rentals Facilities & Rentals
RIVERSIDE SKATING CENTER
The Riverside Skating Center is a great way to host a party in the chilly West Lafayette winter months. The rink is open seasonally from the day after Thanksgiving, weather permitting, until mid March.
Rental rates for the ice skating rink are $225 (plus tax) per two hour session for weekday use and $250 (plus tax) per two hour session on the weekend; the price does not include the cost of skate rental The facility is available for rent when it is not open to the public For information regarding rentals, please read through the et prior to calling the West Lafayette Parks and Recreation office, (765) 775 5110, West Lafayette 47906
Parks and Recreation Rentals: Brandy Payne Building Administrator mbpayne@westlafayette.in.gov
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CONTACT INFORMATION
Wellness Center Rentals: Mary Czaja Casillas Administrative Assistant mczaja casillas@westlafayette.in.gov
WC Capacity Drinking Water Electric Tables or Picknic Tables A/V Options Bathroom Community Room All 126 Community Room 1 42 Community Room 2 42 Community Room 3 42 Party Room 20 Community Terrace 50 Pool Patio 50 27 WELLNESS CENTER The Wellness Center is a nearly 72,000 square foot facility built to offer more community connections and create stronger families We have several spaces available to rent that are perfect for birthdays and graduations For additional fees, AV services are available 1101 Kalberer Road, West Lafayette IN 47906
Join Our Team Join Our Team 28 CAMP STAFF Location: Wellness Center & Lilly Nature Center Hourly Rate Range: $12 $14 (Opens in March 2023) APPLY TODAY: WESTLAFAYETTE.IN.GOV PERSONAL TRAINER Location: Wellness Center Hourly Rate Range:$12 00 $30 00 LIFEGUARD Location: Wellness Center Hourly Rate Range:$10.00-$13.00
GROUP FITNESS INSTRUCTOR II
Center Hourly Rate
29 Contact Monica Wontor, HR Manager with any questions or technical issues at mwontor@westlafayette in gov SWIM INSTRUCTOR
Center Hourly Rate
Congratulations to Cheryl Kolb on 30 years of employment with West Lafayette Parks and Recreation!
Wellness Center Hourly Rate Range: $12 00 $14 00 Wellness Center Hourly Rate Range: $12 00 $20 00
Wellness
Range: $21 00 $30 00
Wellness
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Memberships Memberships
At the West Lafayette Wellness Center, we are more than just a gym! Whether you're looking for group exercise classes, basketball courts, an indoor track, lap swimming, youth programs, sports, or fitness equipment, we have something for everyone.
Our 8,000 square foot wellness floor includes state of the art LifeFitness equipment. The Wellness Center includes three group exercise studios and an indoor track. Each group exercise room is equipt with Fitness On Demand a virtual fitness video library. Members can use any empty group exercise room to take part in their very own class or try our group exercise classes.
We offer more than 50 weekly classes, personal training, adult and youth and sports, child care while you work out, and both group and private swim lessons
All members and guests need to be 14 years of age or older to come to the facility without an adult Any guests ages 14 17 need to have a parent sign a waiver each calendar year All children ages 6 weeks to age 13 need an adult age 18 or older to be with them at the facility at all times
We ask that all members and guests review our Code of Conduct prior to using the facility to better ensure a more enjoyable experience.
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MEMBERSHIP AMENITIES
With Family Memberships, kids can have two hours of childcare while parents workout on site
Fitness on Demand classes
Fitness floor
FEE
JOINER'S
More than 50 weekly fitness classes
and
Wellness Center members receive early registration to swim lessons and various programming Clubhouse Fitness Gym Pool Early Registration Access: 31 CONTACT INFORMATION wellness@westlafayette.in.gov 765.269.4950
fee will
Indoor track Wellness Orientation with access to personal trainers Open gym time for basketball, volleyball, badminton, and pickleball Recreational sports leagues 170,000 gallons of water, splash pad, vortex, and four lap lanes Both group
private swim lessons
The $50 joiner's
be waived for all City of West Lafayette residents and active military. A City of West Lafayette resident is defined as one who lives in a household paying property taxes to the City of West Lafayette If an account is inactive for six or more months, a new joiner's fee will be charged with membership renewal
Memberships Memberships
High School Student Ages 14 18 $30
Young Professional Ages 18 29 $40
Adult Ages 30 64 $45
Two Adult Household Two adults ages 30 64 in the same household $60
Active Older Adult Ages 65+ $40
Two Active Older Adult Two adults 65+ in the same household $55
One Parent Family
One adult and all children under 19 at the same address. Up to 2 hours of childcare daily while in the facility included $60
Two adults and all children under 19 at the same address. Up to 2 hours of childcare daily while in the facility included. $75 Daily
Two Parent Family
Allows one adult over 18 at the same address, or one grandparent, to be added to the Two Adult, Two Parent Family, or Two Active Older Adult memberships. $30
Membership fees can be paid in full for one year via cash, check, or credit card. Monthly memberships require a credit card on file. Automatic billing is set for the 1st of each month, but actual charge may differ a few days before or after due to CivicRec and credit card companies processing systems.
Membership Type Description Monthly Rate
(Individual)
Rate
Includes full use of the facility, plus member classes $12
Daily Rate (Family) Includes full use of the facility plus member classes Family includes up to 2 adults and all same household children $20
Adult Add On Fee
for Wellness Center
Corporate
need to be set up by HR departments. The listed discounts are off the Wellness Center standard fees. Several local companies have opted to increase the benefit and pay the difference to promote health and wellness among their
Contact the Wellness Center via email for more information: wellness@westlafayette in gov
Insurance based program
Wellness Center fee, fee may need to be paid to insurance to qualify Renew Active & Silver and Fit/Active and Fit Waived $50 joiner's fee and $10 discount on monthly membership fees For all state accredited K 12 school employees with current paystub and school employee ID Indiana School Employee Discount 33 Waived $50 joiner's fee and $10 discount on monthly membership fees For police, fire, or EMT with employee ID and current paystub (if applicable), and active duty military with valid ID First Responders and Active-Duty Military Discount Waived $50 joiner's fee Waived $50 joiner's fee 10% discount on the membership package Waived $50 joiner's fee 15% discount on the membership package Increased employee benefits by company Corporate Discount 15 29 Employees: 30 74 Employees: 75 or more Employees: Custom Company Plan
No
discounts
employees
23 60000 23 60001 23 60002 23 60003
Programs Programs
Mon Mon Mon Mon
Jan 23 to Feb 13 Feb 27 to Mar 20 Mar 27 to Apr 17 Apr 24 to May 15
4:30 P M to 6:30 P M
4:30 P M to 6:30 P M 4:30 P M to 6:30 P M 4:30 P M to 6:30 P M
23 60029 23 60030 23 60031 23 60032 23 60033
Fri Fri Fri Fri Fri
Jan 6 to Jan 27 Feb 3 to Feb 24 Mar 3 to Mar 24 Mar 31 to Apr 21 Apr 28 to May 19
Jeannette Rehmel
60023
60024
60025
60026
60027
Thur Thur Thur Thur Thur
Jan 5 to Jan 26 Feb 2 to Feb 23 Mar 2 to Mar 23 Mar 30 to Apr 20 Apr 27 to May 18
4:30 P M to 6:30 P M 4:30 P M to 6:30 P M 4:30 P M to 6:30 P M 4:30 P M to 6:30 P M 4:30 P.M. to 6:30 P.M.
7:00 P M to 9:30 P M 7:00 P M to 9:30 P M 7:00 P M to 9:30 P M 7:00 P M to 9:30 P M 7:00 P M to 9:30 P M
Jan 3 to Jan 24 Jan 31 to Feb 21 Feb 28 to Mar 21 Mar 28 to Apr 18 Apr 25 to May 16
4:30 P M to 6:30 P M 4:30 P M to 6:30 P M
4:30 P M to 6:30 P M
4:30 P.M. to 6:30 P.M. 4:30 P.M. to 6:30 P.M.
5 P M to 7 P M
5 P M to 7 P M 5 P M to 7 P M
5 P M to 7 P M 5 P M to 7 P M
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Instructor: Jeannette Rehmel 23 60011 23 60012 23 60013 23 60014 23 60015 Tues Tues Tues Tues Tues Jan 3 to Jan 24 Jan 31 to Feb 21 Feb 28 to Mar 21 Mar 28 to Apr 18 Apr 25 to May 16
Creative Painting & Drawing
Instructor:
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Advanced Painting & Drawing
Instructor: Jeannette Rehmel
Draw & Paint with a Vision
23 60005 23 60006 23 60007 23 60008 23 60009 Tues Tues Tues Tues Tues
Arts Arts
Instructor: Jeannette Rehmel
Dance Dance
Jan 10 to Jan 31
Feb 7 to Feb 28
Mar 7 to Mar 28 Apr 4 to Apr 25
Jan 10 to Jan 31
Feb 7 to Feb 28 Mar 7 to Mar 28 Apr 4 to Apr 25
7:00 P M to 8:00 P M
7:00 P M to 8:00 P M
7:00 P M to 8:00 P M
7:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
8:00 P M to 9:00 P M
8:00 P M to 9:00 P M
8:00 P M to 9:00 P M
8:00 P M to 9:00 P M
5:00 P M to 5:45 P M
5:00 P M to 5:45 P M
Jan 23 to Mar 6 Mar 13 to Apr 17 Jan 23 to Mar 6 Mar 13 to Apr 17
6:00 P M to 7:00 P M
6:00 P M to 7:00 P M
7:00 P M to 8:00 P M
7:00 P M to 8:00 P M
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and Latin Dance
Allen
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Beginner Beginner Beginner
Ballroom
Instructor:
Nugent
65000
65001
65002
65003 Beginner
Tues Tues Tues Tues
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Intermediate Intermediate
65004
65007 Intermediate
Intermediate Tues Tues Tues Tues
Clogging
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Youth
Instructor: Kyla Houston
65008
65009 Youth I
II Mon Mon Jan 23 to Mar 6 Mar 13 to Apr 17
Intermediate I Intermediate II 23 65010 23 65011 23 65012 23 65013 COMING SOON: Studio B Dance Lessons at Margerum City Hall
Mon Mon Mon Mon Beginner I Beginner II
Programs Programs
TAI CHI
INSTRUCTOR: JESSICA BILLEY
Yang Style Tai Chi
23 67001 23 67002 23 67003 23 67004 23 67005 23 67006 23 67007 23 67008
Tue Tue Tue Tue Tue Tue Tue Tue
MARTIAL ARTS
Jan 10 to 31 Jan 10 to 31 Feb 7 to 28 Feb 7 to 28 Mar 7 to 28 Mar 7 to 28 Apr 4 to 25 Apr 4 to 25
12:00 P.M. to 1:15 P.M. 5:30 P.M. to 6:45 P.M.
12:00 P M to 1:15 P M
5:30 P M to 6:45 P M 12:00 P M to 1:15 P M 5:30 P M to 6:45 P M 12:00 P M to 1:15 P M 5:30 P M to 6:45 P M
INSTRUCTOR: MARC ROGERS
These classes are for students aged 10 and up Shotokan Traditional Karate
Mon/Fri Jan 9 Apr 28 4:30 P.M. to 5:30 P.M. 23 67000
MUSIC LESSONS
INSTRUCTOR: DOUGLAS GERY
45 minute private lessons in lead, acoustic, and bass guitar, ukulele and songwriting available upon request Lessons are based on each student's level of play and individual goals
CLASS IDEAS
We are always seeking new class ideas If you or someone you know has something they would like to teach please contact Brandy at City Hall.
CONTACT INFORMATION
Brandy Payne Building Administrator mbpayne@westlafayette in gov
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Instructor Shari Gass
Vinyasa Flow Lilly Nature Center and Zoom
23 62000 23 62001 23 62002
Tue Tue Tue
Jan 3 to Jan 10 Feb 7 to Feb 14 Mar 14 to Apr 25
12:00 P.M. to 1:15 P.M. 12:00 P.M. to 1:15 P.M. 12:00 P.M. to 1:15 P.M.
Vinyasa Flow - Zoom only 23 62004 Tue January 24 12:00 P.M. to 1:15 P.M.
All Levels - Lilly Nature Center and Zoom 23 62007 23 62008 23 62009
Wed Wed Wed
Jan 4 to Jan 11 Feb 1 to Feb 22 Mar 15 to Apr 26
Instructor Lisa Nail
5:30 P.M. to 6:45 P.M. 5:30 P.M. to 6:45 P.M. 5:30 P.M. to 6:45 P.M.
All Levels Lilly Nature Center and Zoom 23 62030 23 62031 23 62032 23 62033
Mon Tue Mon Tue
Jan 30 to Feb 20 Jan 31 to Feb 21 Apr 3 to May 22 Apr 4 to May 23
Free Yoga Lilly Nature Center 23 62038 23 62039 Sat Sat January 28 April 1 10:00 A M to 11:15 A M 10:00 A M to 11:15 A M
Instructor Lacey Davidson
Release and Rest Gentle Yoga Zoom only
23 62040 23 62041 Tue Tue Jan 10 to Mar 7 Mar 21 to Apr 25 8:00 P.M. to 8:45 P.M. 8:00 P.M. to 8:45 P.M.
Instructor Simone Yeomans
Meditative Stillness Lilly Nature Center and Zoom
5:30 P.M. to 6:45 P.M. 10:00 A.M. to 11:15 A.M. 5:30 P M to 6:45 P M 10:00 A M to 11:15 A M 23 62042 Fri Jan 6 to Apr 21 12:00 P M to 1:15 P M
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Yoga
ADULT COED VOLLEYBALL
YOUTH BASKETBALL
Our youth basketball program is designed for kids ages 3 11. The season includes one practice and game per week. All participants will receive a jersey and a trophy at the end of the season.
TRAINING
& Recreation Sports & Recreation
Sports
Join us at the Wellness Center for a nine game season in the recreation league Join as a team or as an individual Games are played Thursdays 6 9 PM
PERSONAL
Looking for some extra guidance on your fitness journey? Our personal trainers are here to help! After listening to your goals and discussing your personal history, our personal trainers will help you set attainable goals and create a program tailored to you
CONTACT INFORMATION Rachel MacDougall Sports & Wellness Coordinator rmacdougall@westlafayette in gov 38 Volunteer coaches and sports officials are needed! January 2023 Activity Code: 23 70200 23 70201 23 70202 3 5 years old 6 8 years old 9 11 years old Jan
11 Jan
Jan
Registration open Oct
March 2023 Activity Code: 23 70203 23 70204 23 70205 3 5 years old 6 8 years old 9 11 years old Mar 20 to
20 Mar
20 Mar
20 Registration open Feb 13 to Mar 11 POSTPARTUM STRENGTH AND MOBILITY Join Certified Pregnancy & Postpartum Coach, Lauren
for 8 weeks of building foundational strength, improving balance and
your
through core and pelvic floor
movements. Activity Code: 23 70013 23 70014 Jan 9 to Mar 1 Apr 3 to May 24 10 to 10:45 A.M. 10 to 10:45 A.M. Activity Code: 23
23 70601 Individual Team Jan 12 to Mar 9 Jan 12 to Mar 9
9 to Mar
9 to Mar 11
9 to Mar 11
28 to Jan 1
May
20 to May
20 to May
Mullikin,
feeling better moving in
body
focused
70600
Dodgeball Tournament Date: Friday December 2nd Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Questions? Email rmacdougall@westlafayette.in.gov Price: $100 per team of 6 Join us for the Wellness Center's first adult dodgeball tournament! Teams are guaranteed at least 4 games. Two games and then tournament play. Open to Wellness Center members and the community! Must be 18 or older to participate. Register under the "Sports & Recreation" tab in our catalog! Sign up today! Space is limited for our first tournament
Sports & Recreation Sports & Recreation
RIVERSIDE SKATING CENTER
Our seasonal, outdoor, ice skating rink is located in Tapawingo Park and offers open skating from late November through early March, weather permitting There is a food/drink vending area, coin operated rental lockers, and public restrooms The rink is a 70x120 foot oval
We'd like to thank Purdue Federal Credit Union for their continued support of the Riverside Skating Center
The rink is located at 100 Tapawingo Drive North, West Lafayette
PRIVATE LESSONS
Request private or semi private skate lessons
starting November 25. From beginners just learning to skate to more advanced skaters looking to learn jumps and spins; lessons are available for all ages and abilities
Private Lesson: $20 per skater
Semi Private Lesson: $12 per skater
REGULAR OPERATING HOURS
Session admission is $7 per person
Rental skates are available for $3 per pair
Punch Pass $56 (10 admissions for the price of 8)
Monday Closed available for private rentals
Tuesday to 6 P M to 9 P M
Thursday
Friday 4 P M to 6 P M & 7 P M to 10 P M
Saturday 1 P.M. to 3 P.M.
4 P.M. to 6 P.M. & 7 P.M. to 10 P.M.
Sunday 1 P.M. to 3 P.M.
4 P M to 6 P M & 7 P M to 9 P M
All sessions are dependent on weather conditions, please call 765 743 7465 for confirmation
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LEARN TO SKATE CLINIC
Our Learn to Skate Clinic is designed to introduce the basic skills of ice skating to build confidence while on the ice
Ages: 5 to 13 years old Saturdays: January 14 to January 28
Activity Code: 23 70900 23 70901 23 70902 23 70903
10:00 A.M. to 10:30 A.M. 10:30 A.M. to 11:00 A.M. 11:00 A.M. to 11:30 A.M. 11:30 A.M. to 12:00 P.M.
ONE DAY SKATE CLINICS
Our one day clinic is open to all ages! Learn to skate or build on your current skating ability. The first half of the clinic will cover the basic skills of falling, gliding, dips, crossovers, and learning to skate backward. The second half will be an open practice with instructors making suggestions and corrections.
Activity Code: 23 70904 23 70905 Jan 7 Feb 4 10:30 A M to 12:00 P M 10:30 A M to 12:00 P M
WINTER FAMILY COMBO PASS
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CONTACT INFORMATION wlparks@westlafayette in gov 765 775 5110
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pages for more information RINK
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next next birthday party, family fathering,
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Facilities and Rental
RENTALS
We're trying something new this holiday season! This pass functions as 2 day passes to both the Wellness Center and Riverside Skating Center, skate rental included! Individual Combo Pass: $40 Family Combo Pass: $60 Sales open on Black Friday, November 25!
Volunteers & Fundraising Volunteers & Fundraising
FOUNDATION AND FUNDRAISING
The West Lafayette Parks and Recreation Foundation works to guarantee that current and future generations continue to enjoy our parks, trails and greenways, open spaces, and recreational programs that enhance the quality of life in our community
The Foundation works to ensure that we protect our valuable parks and recreation resources, develop park spaces, and preserve future greenspaces as the community grows.
HARVEST HUSTLE 5K RECAP
Thank you to all the Harvest Hustle 5K participants. We had a great turnout for the first race hosted. We had more than 100 registrations and about 16 youth in the Fun Run
Main Sponsor: Reliable Insurance With special thanks to: Gutwein Law, Blue Fox Heating and Cooling, and Purdue Federal Credit Union
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Save-the-Date Next year's
will
race
be on October 13, 2023.
Ready to serve your community? Contact us today! info@wlprfoundation.org 765.775.5110
To learn more, visit the Foundation's website: https://www wlprfoundation org wlprfoundation wlprfoundation
WEST LAFAYETTE TREE FRIENDS
The West Lafayette Tree Friends is a volunteer organization dedicated to protecting our City's trees and greenspaces They plant shade trees along public streets of the City, organize seasonal street tree pruning to ensure tree branches grow above roadways and sidewalks, and they complete one or two large planting projects under their Operation Re leaf tree planting program each year
Founded in 1981, West Lafayette Tree Friends was established with the adoption of the original West Lafayette Trees and Landscape Ordinance They work in cooperation with the City and property owners to enhance the beauty of the streets in West Lafayette by pruning and planting trees
The West Lafayette Tree Friends meet on the second Tuesday of every month for Tree Friends business. These monthly meetings are open to the public. Sub committees for the organization meet throughout the month.
Everyone is welcome to join No experience or tools are needed
Tree Friends Chair chair@wltreefriends org
All West Lafayette Tree Friends' initiatives are financed by private donations and grants
CONTACT INFORMATION
Community
and
Manager
Bryce Patz
Forestry
Greenspace
bpatz@westlafayette in gov
wltreefriends wltreefriends https://wltreefriends.org newsletter
Park Partners Park Partners
Thank you to all our local organizations for their continued support of the Parks Department.
If you're interested in ad space in our Program Guide, contact us at parksmedia@westlafayette in gov for more information
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CONTACT INFORMATION
Congratulations
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Marketing
Heather Wiltse Membership &
Director parksmedia@westlafayette in gov Mid March 2023
to Mayor John Dennis, the 2022 recipiant of the Good Scout Award.
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John Maintenance Director Maintenance Building
Ashley Youth Development Coordinator Wellness Center Noe, Kevin Wellness Center Director Wellness Center Payne, Brandy Building Administrator Margerum City Hall wlparks@westlafayette in gov wellness@westlafayette in gov Czaja-Casillas, Mary Administrative Assistant Wellness Center Denney, Michelle Assistant Aquatics Coordinator Wellness Center & Municipal Pool Dunten, Dan Lilly Nature Center Director LNC & Celery Bog Nature Area Jeffries, Amanda Membership Specialist Wellness Center Kolb, Cheryl Parks Administrator Margerum City Hall Lozano, Kathy Parks Superintendent Margerum City Hall MacDougall, Rachel Sports & Wellness Coordinator Wellness Center Martin, Julie Aquatics Coordinator Wellness Center & Municipal Pool Mitchell, Greg Assistant Parks Superintendent Margerum City Hall Patz, Bryce Community Green Space Manager Margerum City Hall Williams, Henry Membership Specialist Wellness Center Wiltse, Heather Membership & Marketing Director Wellness Center
Department Team Parks Department Team Muller,
Conner,