Spring 2022 Activity Menu by Wylie Parks and Recreation

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CONTENTS

Spring 2022 / April – June Wylie Parks & Recreation Activity Menu

4 IN EVERY ISSUE Activity Index

TRIPS 3

THE ARTS 12

Leave the driving to us

Get into dance, art, crafts, and more

Expert Biographies

Wylie Recreation Center

SPECIAL EVENTS 4

SPORTS INSTRUCTION 16

Childcare

Make exciting new memories with friends

Perfect solutions for off-season training or sport introduction

SUMMER CAMPS 6

FLEX REG FITNESS 18

Stay active, busy, and creative with sports, arts, and STEAM options

Pick the class dates you want

Senior Recreation Center 26 Wylie Parks

Facility Rentals

Locate & Connect

AUTO RENEW REC PASS 24

SPECIAL INTEREST 19 Make “fun” and “social” part of your healthy lifestyle

EARLY BIRD 5% discount is available for online registrations processed March 1 – 7.

REC PASS 15% discount is available to Wylie Rec Pass holders.

Rec Pass discount may be combined with Early Bird discount when applicable for a 20% discount: March 1 – 7

COVID-19 MESSAGE TO OUR COMMUNITY: All activities are published

with hopeful optimism. Due to the pandemic, various aspects of offerings may be scaled, canceled, or changed with little to no notice. Visit our website for related information.

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National Videogame Museum

TRIPS Grapevine Vintage Railroad All aboard! Travel along the historic Cotton Belt Route between Grapevine and the Fort Worth Stockyards. Enjoy riding in authentic 1920s and 1930s Victorianstyle coaches, socialize with friends, and spend a little time exploring the Fort Worth Stockyards before heading back through the countryside to Grapevine. Bring money for shopping, snacks, and dinner. Ages: 55 Yrs + Sa

4/30

11 AM – 7:45 PM

$49

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Waxahachie Gingerbread Trail Celebrate architecture. Hop on the Waxahachie Gingerbread Trail and explore a variety of historical home styles including Gingerbread, Victorian, Gothic Revival, Queen Anne, and more. Gain entrance into five historic homes and get the inside scoop on restoration triumphs and local ghost lore. Bring money for lunch. Ages: 55 Yrs + Sa

6/4

$45

$39

$25

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Take a culinary adventure. Join fellow foodies and refine your interest in foods by trying top-rated restaurants, diners, and cafes around town. Expand your palate and explore specialty eateries, seasonal menu items, and decadent desserts. Bring money for lunch. Ages: 55 Yrs +

Cafe 544 Th

4/7

11:15 AM – 1 PM

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Frankie’s Casa Th

5/5

10:45 AM – 12:45 PM

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Cheddar’s 6/16

11 AM – 1 PM

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The bluer the berry, the sweeter the juice. Travel to Blase Family Farm for an afternoon of fresh air, friends, and blueberries. Pick your own basket among the 13,000 blueberry bushes, and enjoy a nature walk featuring a root cellar, and cistern. Bring money for blueberries and lunch. Ages: 55 Yrs + 6/23

9:45 AM – 1:30 PM

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Dallas Holocaust & Human Rights Museum Inspire remembrance. View a variety of exhibits that reflect on the stories and memories of the events of the Holocaust and its survivors. Experience compelling programming, personal testimonies, and group discussions. Bring money for lunch.

QUESTIONS? Contact Wylie Rec staff by email or phone. Recreation@WylieTexas.gov 972-516-6340

Ages: 55 Yrs + 5/26

10:30 AM – 3 PM

The Foodies

Th 9:45 AM – 2 PM

4/21

Blase Family Farm

Ages: 55 Yrs +

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Take a walk in a president’s shoes. See what it takes to be president of the United States, including daily life and making critical decisions. After sitting behind the oval office desk, stroll through a Native Texas Park to see the wildflowers, birds, and butterflies thrive. Bring money for lunch at the museum.

5/12

Ages: 55 Yrs +

Th 10 AM – 5:15 PM

Bush Presidential Library

Escape reality. Travel to Frisco and learn about the videogame industry’s rich history, where it’s heading next, and how we can all be a part of it. Explore the early days of video-gaming with fun and interactive exhibits. Experience how technology is constantly changing with the timeline of gaming consoles and play in the museum’s retro arcade, “Pixel Dreams.” Bring money for lunch.

10:45 AM – 5:15 PM $35

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SPECIAL

EVENTS

Easter Bunny Brunch

Parent’s Night Out

Hop into a new spring tradition. Spend quality time with family, capture precious memories, and share in themed crafts. Delight in a traditional afternoon tea with scones, finger sandwiches, and cake. Take-home crafts, a festive spring picture with the Easter Bunny, and a digital album. Questions? Contact Wylie Rec Center, Recreation@WylieTexas.gov or 972-516-6340.

Enjoy an evening out while your kids have fun at Wylie Rec. Active and organized activities increase social skills, boost creativity, and enhance motor skills. Activities include supervised crafts, games, rock climbing, pizza for dinner, and a movie. Wear closedtoe shoes and comfortable clothing. If your child has dietary restrictions, please pack a dinner. Questions? Contact Wylie Rec Center, Recreation@WylieTexas. gov or 972-516-6340.

Ages: 1 – 10 Yrs Wylie Recreation Center / PARD Staff Sa

4/9

10:30 – 11:30 AM

$19

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Ages: 4 – 12 Yrs Wylie Recreation Center / PARD Staff F F F

QUESTIONS? Contact Wylie Rec staff by email or phone. Recreation@WylieTexas.gov 972-516-6340

4/8 5/13 6/17

6 – 10:30 PM 6 – 10:30 PM 6 – 10:30 PM

$15 $15 $15

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Club Sweat Black Light Zumba Ditch the workout and join the party as we transform Wylie Recreation Center into a popular dance club! Have a blast with your friends, moving and glowing beneath the black lights. White and neon-colored clothing recommended. Glow swag provided. Early Registration $15; $19 starting 5/16. Ages: 13 Yrs + Wylie Recreation Center / Erin Larew Sa

5/21

8:30 – 10 PM

$15

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Popsicle Zumba Sweeten up your fitness routine! Dance your way through a fun, outdoor aerobics workout and cool down with a sweet frozen treat. This fusion of Latin and international music and dance creates a dynamic, exciting, and effective cardio session. Dance with style to great music, tone and sculpt the body, and burn a ton of calories while having a blast with friends. In the event of rain, class moves indoors. Please check in at the Front Desk. Ages: 12 Yrs + Wylie Recreation Center / Erin Larew Sa

5/7

10:30 – 11:30 AM

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Sock Hop Senior Prom Revisit the days of poodle skirts and soda shops at the eighth annual Senior Prom. Dust off your dancing shoes and come ready to relive your favorite moments from high school prom and make new memories. Enjoy live music, dancing, lunch, and the crowning of Wylie’s newest king and queen. Register by 4/11. Questions? Contact Wylie Senior Rec staff, Recreation@WylieTexas.gov or 972-516-6340. Ages: 55 Yrs + First Baptist Wylie Event Center / PARD Staff F

4/22

12 – 2 PM

No Charge

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Pancake Breakfast Pancakes and syrup and bacon, oh my. Start your day off right with a hot breakfast provided by Garnet Hill Rehabilitation and Skilled Care. Once you have your fill of flapjacks, coffee, and more, stick around to play favorite games. Ages: 55 Yrs + Senior Recreation Center / PARD Staff F

4/8

9:30 – 10:30 AM

No Charge

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REC PASS HOLDERS SAVE 20% ON MOST ACTIVITIES DURING EARLY BIRD ONLINE REGISTRATION: MARCH 1 – 7

EARLY BIRD SAVE 5%

REC PASS SAVE 15%

SUMMER

KICKOFF FREE!

Join us for Wylie Recreation and Smith Public Library’s spectacular Summer Kickoff. Outdoor games, summer camp instructors meet-n-greet, activity info and sign-ups, inflatables, free In-N-Out burgers while supplies last, and more!

FRIDAY

JUNE 3 9 AM – 11:45 AM at Wylie Rec Center, Courtyard

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SUMMER CAMPS STEM LEGO Adventures Let’s build! Unleash imagination, boost critical thinking skills, and make new friends brick by brick. Discover fundamental physics rules while building fire stations, fire trucks, and the Eiffel Tower with thousands of LEGO bricks. Design, engineer, and construct the wildest contraptions to show off to your peers. Ages: 5 – 8 Yrs

Bubbles, Smoke, Explosions!

Wylie Recreation Center / Play - Well M-F

6/27 – 7/1

1 – 4 PM

$189

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LEGO Jr Robotics Build your bot. Gain confidence, grasp STEM principles, enhance critical thinking skills, and solve problems with your team. Discover fundamental programming skills and understand simple engineering concepts to design, construct, and operate a robot. Make robots tilt and move with motion sensors. Ages: 6 – 10 Yrs

Periodically, chemistry is fun. Enhance STEM principles, boost analytical thinking, and increase teamwork skills. Study matter, mix compounds, and create chemical reactions. Experiment with static electricity to understand and generate lightning. Work with peers to construct a crystal garden, synthesize slime, and create a comet out of everyday items. Ages: 6 – 10 Yrs Wylie Recreation Center / Mad Science M-F

6/13 – 6/17

9 AM – 12 PM

$175

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Wylie Recreation Center / Play - Well M-F

6/13 – 6/17

1 – 4 PM

$189

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Pokémon LEGO Engineering Gotta catch ‘em all! Take creativity to the next level, enhance STEAM principles, boost fine motor skills, and expand problem-solving abilities. Construct and build favorite characters, program new LEGO creations for a level up, and face off in an epic Pokémon battle. Work with your team and race to be crowned the Ultimate Pokémon Champions. Wylie Recreation Center / Play - Well 6/27 – 7/1

Food quality not food quantity. Discover kitchen and food safety, meal preparation, and study international cuisines. Experiment with different flavors and ingredients to create a variety of tasty meals. Work with a chef and take your culinary skills to the next level. Enjoy eating the delicious treats you prepared at the end of each class. Ages: 7 – 14 Yrs Wylie Recreation Center / Chefsville®

Pies and Tarts

Ages: 7 – 12 Yrs M-F

Creative Cooking

9 AM – 12 PM

$189

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Take pies and tarts to the next level and experiment with fruit, made-from-scratch dough, and cast your vote for the best hot and cold desserts. $25 supply fee payable to instructor at the first class. M-F

6/6 – 6/10

9 AM – 12 PM

$165 + supply fee

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Summertime Sewing

EXCLUSIVE OFFERS

Sew what? Learn about sewing machines, thread, fabric, seams, and bobbins. Enhance fine motor skills, boost reading comprehension, and apply math while making a mug rug, pillows, scarf, plush animals, and more. Snacks included. Bring sewing machine; a few available upon request. Ages: 9 – 16 Yrs Wylie Recreation Center / Amber Smith

Camp Early Registration

10%

3/1 to 4/15

Camp Promo Registration

4/16 to 5/7

Rec Pass Discount

15%

Rec Pass holders

Camp Discounts may be combined with Rec Pass Discount.

Spacetacular Sewing Launch into sewing and create one-of-a-kind spacethemed items. Stitch a solar system mug rug, planetinspired garland, alien plush, and a rocket ship pillow. Snacks included. $30 supply fee payable to instructor at the first class. M-F

6/20 – 6/24

9 AM – 12 PM

$165 + supply fee

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Hoop Dreams Hoop there it is! Develop fundamentals, enhance leadership skills, and boost coordination on the court. Take passing, shooting, ball handling, rebounding, and defensive skills to the next level. Work with your team to compete in friendly drills, competitions, and games. Wear athletic clothes and tennis shoes.

Academy of Magic Become a true magician. Expand the imagination, stimulate creativity, and enhance communication with magic illusions. Uncover custom magic tricks, persuade objects to appear out of thin air, and more. Practice tips to enhance stage presence and boost showmanship skills. Develop your own magic show to present to your peers. Ages: 7 – 12 Yrs Wylie Recreation Center / Dal Sanders M-F

6/6 – 6/10

9 AM – 12 PM

$159

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Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs Wylie Recreation Center / Sky Hawks M-F

6/27 – 7/1

9 AM – 12 PM

$165

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LEGO Olympic Robotics Be the next great Olympian. Enhance creativity and problem-solving skills, discover robotic design, and improve hand-eye coordination. Examine the concepts of machine programming and engage in competitive LEGO robotic challenges. Build a variety of mechanisms on laptops and battle opponents’ gadgets. $15 supply fee payable to instructor at the first class. Ages: 6 – 13 Yrs Wylie Recreation Center / Engineering For Kids® M-F

6/20 – 6/24

1 – 4 PM

$159 + supply fee

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SUMMER CAMPS Music Mixers Mix it up! Tap into rhythm, develop timing skills, boost confidence, and encourage creativity. Discover mixing, phrasing, beat matching, scratching, and more. Take your love of music to the next level and gain an appreciation for the technology behind the beats. Laptop, turntable, and equipment provided. Wylie Recreation Center / The American DJ Company 6/20 – 6/24

1 – 4 PM

$159

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Unravel the mystery. Investigate evidence and materials to analyze fingerprints, impressions, and imprints. Enhance leadership skills, increase critical thinking, and master communication. Decipher the clues of ransom notes, lie detector tests, and other evidence to identify the perpetrator. $25 supply fee payable to instructor at the first class. Wylie Recreation Center / Engineering For Kids® 9 AM – 12 PM

$155 + supply fee

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UAV Drones Take to the sky! Brainstorm new ideas and use sketching and coding to construct rockets, rocket fuel, and a lunar lander. Collaborate with a team, enhance problem-solving, and boost critical thinking while building custom drones with out-of-thisworld robotic technology. $25 supply fee payable to instructor at the first class. Wylie Recreation Center / Engineering For Kids® 6/27 – 7/1

1 – 4 PM

Explore the visual language of anime while learning to draw. Create illustrations influenced by popular Japanese anime and manga themes. Color cartoons with expressive personalities that jump off the page.

$149 + supply fee

6/13 – 6/17

9 AM – 12 PM

$145

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EXCLUSIVE OFFERS Camp Early Registration

10%

3/1 to 4/15

Camp Promo Registration

4/16 to 5/7

Rec Pass Discount

15%

Rec Pass holders

Pastel World Immerse yourself in multicultural pastel art. Utilize chalk pastels to draw colorful doorways in Mexico, paper lanterns in Asia, the onion domes in Russia, and more. M-F

6/27 – 7/1

9 AM – 12 PM

$145

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Duck and dodge. Conquer the game of throws and gain knowledge of dodgeball rules, increase physical fitness, and enhance teamwork principles. Improve agility, explosiveness, and lateral movements while playing over 10 different types of dodgeball and speed games. Wear athletic clothes and tennis shoes. Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs Wylie Recreation Center / Successful Students And Athletes M-F

6/6 – 6/10

9 AM – 12 PM

$135

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Down. Set. Hut! Build throwing techniques, identify offensive and defensive formations, and comprehend standard football rules. Participate in team competitions, games, and challenges. Discover the importance of leadership, teamwork, and confidence. Wear athletic clothes and tennis shoes. Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs Wylie Recreation Center / Successful Students And Athletes M-F

6/13 – 6/17

9 AM – 12 PM

$135

Camp Discounts may be combined with Rec Pass Discount.

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Flag Football and QB Skills

Ages: 7 – 13 Yrs M-F

Wylie Recreation Center / Young Rembrandts®

Dodgeball and Agility Games

Ages: 7 – 14 Yrs 6/20 – 6/24

Ages: 5 – 11 Yrs

M-F

Forensic Investigators

M-F

Are you a fan of drawing and expressing your artistic talent? Enhance fine motor skills, increase concentration, develop visual-spatial skills, and stimulate your creativity. Use a variety of mediums such as colored pencils, chalk pastels, and markers to discover perspective, shading, and symmetry.

Anime and Manga

Ages: 8 – 14 Yrs M-F

Drawing Workshop

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Marvelous 3D Printing Dream. Invent. Print. Explore project planning, increase critical thinking, and boost creativity. Understand 3D printing fundamentals, and generate models from scratch. Discover hardware and software engineering, product strategies, and industrial design solutions. Create and complete daily projects to take home using a 3D pen. Ages: 8 – 12 Yrs Wylie Recreation Center / Mad Science Tu - Th

Pass. Set. Spike. Improve hand-eye coordination, boost footwork, and enhance leadership skills while participating in exciting games, drills, and friendly competitions. Conquer serving, passing, spiking, blocking and playing defense while you practice the rules and fundamentals of volleyball. Wear athletic clothes and tennis shoes. Bring a pair of knee pads. Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs 9 AM – 12 PM

$135

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Kid News Channel Reporting live from Wylie Rec! Enhance communication skills, boost writing flair, and grow creativity. Work together with new friends to report on the weather, sports, and more. Dive into broadcast journalism and then put on your own news segment for friends and family. Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs Wylie Recreation Center / Successful Students And Athletes M-F

6/6 – 6/10

1 – 4 PM

$105

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$135

Wylie Recreation Center / Successful Students And Athletes 6/20 – 6/24

1 – 4 PM

Creative Cooking

Spike Volleyball

M-F

5/31 – 6/2

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U-TUBE Entrepreneur Upload for success. Boost confidence, tap into your entrepreneurial spirit, and understand the business and financial basics of building an online video platform. Dial into passions and personal interests to create unique content, and develop a product or online business to sell on your channel.

Intro to Cooking Take an interest in new foods, ingredients, and recipes. Discover meal planning, food preparation, knife skills, and more. $15 supply fee payable to instructor at the first class. Tu - Th

5/31 – 6/2

9 AM – 12 PM

$99 + supply fee

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U-TUBE Studio Be the next big YouTube star! Unbox creativity, enhance work ethic, and perfect communication and enunciation skills. Create your own studio to vlog trendy challenges and videos. Decide your channel’s content such as taste tests, parodies, science experiments, DIYs, Q & A’s, and more. Then, post to your channel. $15 supply fee payable to instructor at the first class. Ages: 7 – 13 Yrs Wylie Recreation Center / Engineering For Kids® Tu - Th

5/31 – 6/2

9 AM – 12 PM

$95 + supply fee

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Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs Wylie Recreation Center / Successful Students And Athletes M-F

6/13 – 6/17

1 – 4 PM

$135

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SUMMER CAMPS

Adventures in Art Explore the world of art. Become an apprentice of color theory, perspective, and various brushstrokes. Utilize oil paint, acrylic, watercolors, charcoal, and pastels to create landscapes, animals, cityscapes, and more. Supply fee payable to instructor at the first class. Bring paper towels, a box to put an 8x10 painting in, and dress to mess. Ages: 6 – 13 Yrs Wylie Recreation Center / Sandy Elkins

Eclectic Art

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Mini Multi-Sports Champs Future sports stars in the making. Discover a new sport, improve hand-eye coordination, enhance balance, and boost skills. Explore the fundamentals of popular sports like basketball, soccer, track and more in a tot-friendly setting. Play games, engage in friendly competitions, and participate in fun sportspecific drills. Wear athletic clothes and tennis shoes.

A little bit of this and a little bit of that. Gain inspiration from a wide range of mediums, mix diverse art styles, and paint interesting landscapes, kooky animals, wild cityscapes, and more. $75 supply fee payable to instructor at the first class. M-F

6/6 – 6/10

1 – 4 PM

$85 + supply fee

Mini STEM Lab The future of science awaits. Gain an introduction to STEM principles, increase communication style, and foster critical thinking skills. Cover broad STEM principles ranging from planets, coding, animals, space, and more. Work with your group to apply realworld concepts, solve problems, and complete handson activities. Ages: 3 – 5 Yrs Wylie Recreation Center / Mad Science M - Th

6/20 – 6/23

9 – 10:30 AM

$85

Ages: 4 – 6 Yrs Wylie Recreation Center / Sky Hawks M-F

6/20 – 6/24

1 – 2:30 PM

$85

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Sports Performance and Games The next all-around athlete is you! Develop strength and fitness while having fun. Improve motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and endurance while learning about proper nutrition and the rules of sports. Crosstrain using obstacle courses, dodgeball, soccer, basketball, and other exciting agility games. Wear athletic clothes and tennis shoes. Bring water and snack. Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs Wylie Recreation Center / Successful Students And Athletes Tu - Th

5/31 – 6/2

9 AM – 12 PM

$85

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Friday Workshop Plunge into exciting brain-teasing activities while gaining knowledge, new skills, and friendship. Choose mini workshops that introduce science, art, math, sports, and more. Experiment with a variety of tools, equipment, and materials and learn how to apply your new skills to everyday life. Wylie Rec staff-led unless otherwise indicated.

Archery Take aim. Gain skills for shooting with accuracy and precision. Practice the steps of proper shooting technique and become familiar with the various parts of the bow. Wear comfortable clothing that is not loose fitting and tie back loose hair.

Money Games

Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs

Show me the money. Gain financial vocabulary, foster critical thinking skills, and work with a small group during a deep dive into the world of financial freedom. Start, operate, market, and sell a product and service-based business. Understand debt, how to diversify a portfolio, and invest in real estate, stocks, and companies during hands-on activities and realworld scenarios. Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs Wylie Recreation Center / Successful Students And Athletes Tu - Th

5/31 – 6/2

1 – 4 PM

$85

Wylie Recreation Center / PARD Staff F

6/3

1 – 4 PM

$29

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Rock Climbing Get a hold of rock climbing. Build confidence, enhance problem-solving skills, and fine-tune communication methods. Learn basic climbing techniques, become familiar with equipment, and practice tying three different knots. Wear athletic clothes and tennis shoes. Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs

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Magic Explorers

6/10

9 AM – 12 PM

$29

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Wonders of Magic

Make your own magic. Unleash creativity, stimulate curiosity, encourage showmanship, and boost communication skills. Gain an introduction to magic with hands-on instruction and guidance. Study new magic tricks daily. Perform a magic show with unique props and give a one-of-a-kind performance to your peers.

Unlock the tricks of the trade. Discover magic illusions, stage presence, performance techniques, and showcase your new skills for peers.

Ages: 4 – 7 Yrs

Jungle Cats

Wylie Recreation Center / Dal Sanders

Get wild. Discover the art of mixing primary colors to paint a favorite jungle cat while following step-bystep guidance.

M - Th

6/13 – 6/16

9 – 10:30 AM

$85

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Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs Wylie Recreation Center / Dal Sanders F

6/17

9 AM – 12 PM

$35

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Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs Wylie Recreation Center / Danna Kraemer

EXCLUSIVE OFFERS Camp Early Registration

10%

3/1 to 4/15

Camp Promo Registration

4/16 to 5/7

Rec Pass Discount

15%

Rec Pass holders

6/24

9 AM – 12 PM

$35

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Camp Discounts may be combined with Rec Pass Discount.

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ARTS Let’s Quilt!

Every quilter has a masterpiece inside. Sharpen fine motor skills, boost confidence, and improve hand dexterity while relaxing and socializing with friends. Discover how to choose the perfect pattern, master cutting squares, and sewing the patchwork. Design and create custom quilted blankets, pillows, purses, and more. Bring sewing machine. Sewing kits available upon request for $15.00 - includes scissors, measuring tape, seam ripper, etc. with zippered carrying case. Alternatively, purchase supplies on your own. All skill levels welcome. Ages: 50 Yrs + Senior Recreation Center / Helena Knight F F F

4/1 – 4/22 5/6 – 5/27 6/3 – 6/24

9:30 – 11:30 AM 9:30 – 11:30 AM 9:30 – 11:30 AM

$85 $85 $85

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Piano Step aside, Mozart Jr. in training! Understand the layout of the piano keys and gain knowledge in proper playing techniques, note recognition, and the fundamentals of music theory. Discover songs that encourage self-expression, creativity, and ingenuity. Collaborate with your peers and practice group performance skills. $5 supply fee payable to instructor at the first class. Ages: 4 – 6 Yrs Wylie Recreation Center / Rich Verde M M M

4/4 – 4/25 5/2 – 5/23 6/6 – 6/27

4:30 – 5 PM 4:30 – 5 PM 4:30 – 5 PM

$65 + supply fee $65 + supply fee $65 + supply fee

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Ages: 7 – 12 Yrs

4/4 – 4/25 5/2 – 5/23 6/6 – 6/27

Wylie Recreation Center / Amber Smith

Shorts and Skirts

Tu 5:05 – 5:35 PM 5:05 – 5:35 PM 5:05 – 5:35 PM 6:15 – 6:45 PM 6:15 – 6:45 PM 6:15 – 6:45 PM

$65 $65 $65 $65 $65 $65

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5:40 – 6:10 PM 5:40 – 6:10 PM 5:40 – 6:10 PM

$65 + supply fee $65 + supply fee $65 + supply fee

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Intermediate M M M

Ages: 9 – 16 Yrs

4/5 – 4/26

5 – 6 PM

$55 + supply fee

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5 – 6 PM

$55 + supply fee

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Tote Bag

Beginner 4/4 – 4/25 5/2 – 5/23 6/6 – 6/27 4/4 – 4/25 5/2 – 5/23 6/6 – 6/27

All about sewing. Express creativity, stretch STEAM principles, and enhance critical thinking skills. Explore the ins and outs of a sewing machine, cut and pin fabric, and construct uniquely sewn items. Uncover a variety of stitching techniques, box corners, zipper installs, and more. $10 supply fee is payable to instructor at first class. Bring sewing machine; a few available upon request.

Wylie Recreation Center / Rich Verde

M M M M M M

Ready Set Sew

5/3 – 5/24

REC PASS HOLDERS SAVE 20% ON MOST ACTIVITIES DURING EARLY BIRD ONLINE REGISTRATION: MARCH 1 – 7

EARLY BIRD SAVE 5%

REC PASS SAVE 15%

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Art Creator Studio Start on a journey with art. Explore self-expression, increase observation skills, advance ability to focus, and improve confidence. Discover perspective, proportions, and compositions with step-by-step instruction. Paint animals, landscapes, flowers, and more. Take home a new painting each class. $10 supply fee payable to instructor at the first class. Ages: 6 – 12 Yrs Wylie Recreation Center / Danna Kraemer W W W

4/6 – 4/27 5/4 – 5/25 6/1 – 6/22

5:30 – 6:30 PM 5:30 – 6:30 PM 5:30 – 6:30 PM

$45 + supply fee $45 + supply fee $45 + supply fee

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Sewing Workshop I needle little more thread. Increase attention to detail, enhance concentration, and socialize with friends. Learn to operate a sewing machine and then measure, pin, and cut fabrics. Utilize a variety of patterns to create unique sewn items. $10 supply fee payable to instructor at the first class. Bring sewing machine; a few available upon request. Ages: 9 – 16 Yrs Wylie Recreation Center / Amber Smith

Flying Squirrel Plush Sa

4/9

9:30 AM – 12 PM

5/14

9:30 AM – 12 PM

Color your world. Create a painting masterpiece with step-by-step instructions while socializing with friends. Use acrylic paints and discover basic color theory, how best to layer colors, and form a one-ofa-kind piece of art to adorn your wall. All supplies provided. Dress to mess. Ages: 50 Yrs +

$25 + supply fee

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Stuffed Monster Sa

Palette Party

$25 + supply fee

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Senior Recreation Center / Lindsay Hawkes Tu Tu Tu

4/5 5/3 6/7

1 – 3 PM 1 – 3 PM 1 – 3 PM

$19 $19 $19

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Creative Card & Co. Handmade hellos. Discover the art of crafting oneof-a-kind cards and envelopes through step-by-step project instruction. Dress up greeting cards with embellishments, cutouts, charming designs, and more. Share tips and tricks with fellow crafters and take home six unique cards to share with friends and family. Bring crafting glue and scissors. All other supplies included. Ages: 18 Yrs + Wylie Recreation Center / Sandra Ballas Tu Tu Tu

4/19 5/17 6/21

6:30 – 8:30 PM 6:30 – 8:30 PM 6:30 – 8:30 PM

$19 $19 $19

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ARTS Basic Floral Design Fill your world with color. Under the guidance of a professional florist, design a floral masterpiece by combining colors, choosing proper flower combinations, and creating the right balance. Make anything from quaint corsages to beautiful arrangements for your home. All supplies provided. Ages: 50 Yrs + Senior Recreation Center / Kate Philippi M M M

4/4 5/2 6/6

10 – 11:30 AM 10 – 11:30 AM 10 – 11:30 AM

$9 $9 $9

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Cakeology The icing on the cake! Take your cake decorating and icing skills to the next level. Discover different types of icings and how to use each for the best results. Receive hands-on training when using icing tips and piping bags. Practice your new decorating techniques and take home a yummy masterpiece. All supplies provided. Ages: 50 Yrs + Senior Recreation Center / Debra Meyer Th Th Th

4/21 5/19 6/16

10 – 11 AM 10 – 11 AM 10 – 11 AM

$9 $9 $9

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Wreath Making Deck out your door. Create a beautiful wreath using a variety of textures, ribbon, and décor. Learn how to select and place stems and color for a balanced and whimsical look. Take it home or surprise a friend with a unique handmade gift. All supplies provided. Ages: 50 Yrs + 4/27 5/25 6/22 4/27 5/25 6/22

12:30 – 1:30 PM 12:30 – 1:30 PM 12:30 – 1:30 PM 2 – 3 PM 2 – 3 PM 2 – 3 PM

Become a handmade treasure maker. Transform simple pieces of wood into one-of-a-kind works of art through the use of different woodworking techniques and mediums. Enhance dexterity and hand-eye coordination, express creativity, and enjoy a new hobby. Burn, decoupage, adorn, and construct projects with easy step-by-step instructions. Get hands-on and create unique pieces to dress up your mantel or give to a friend. All supplies included. Ages: 50 Yrs + Senior Recreation Center / Matt Kruse F F F

4/1 5/6 6/3

1 – 3 PM 1 – 3 PM 1 – 3 PM

$9 $9 $9

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Gardening

Senior Recreation Center / Angela Daniel W W W W W W

Wood Crafts

$9 $9 $9 $9 $9 $9

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Embrace your green thumb. Learn and share gardening tips while socializing with friends. Grow your very own fruits and vegetables alongside a skilled instructor. Gain valuable plant care tips. Seeds, tools, and soil provided. Ages: 50 Yrs + Senior Recreation Center / Kate Philippi M M M

4/4 5/2 6/6

8:30 – 9:30 AM 8:30 – 9:30 AM 8:30 – 9:30 AM

$5 $5 $5

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Craft Corner

Scrap It!

Get crafty. Create one-of-a-kind treasures to keep or share with your friends and family. Quick and easy projects include something for everyone. Learn a new skill, or show off an old one in a friendly environment with fellow crafters. All supplies provided.

Scrapbooking is a work of heart. Preserve special memories through creativity, discover skills to balance pages and create a beautiful display for your photos. Embellish your creations by utilizing cutting techniques, stickers, stamps, and more. Share and receive tips with fellow scrappers. Bring current project and supplies to class. Cutting tools, tape runners, and stamps provided.

Ages: 50 Yrs + Senior Recreation Center / Debra Meyer W W W

4/20 5/18 6/15

11 AM – 12 PM 11 AM – 12 PM 11 AM – 12 PM

$5 $5 $5

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Card Making Think outside the card store. Create your own greetings, birthday wishes, and thank you notes. Embellish paper with stamps, stickers, folds, fonts, and more. Get hands-on assistance crafting two unique, personalized cards for friends and family. Bring scissors and craft glue.

Ages: 50 Yrs + Senior Recreation Center / Shirley Poulan Tu Tu Tu Tu Tu Tu

4/12 4/26 5/10 5/24 6/14 6/28

12:30 12:30 12:30 12:30 12:30 12:30

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3:30 3:30 3:30 3:30 3:30 3:30

PM PM PM PM PM PM

$5 $5 $5 $5 $5 $5

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Ages: 50 Yrs + Senior Recreation Center / Angela Daniel W W W W

4/13 – 6/8 4/13 5/11 6/8

10 10 10 10

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11 11 11 11

AM AM AM AM

$5 $5 $5 $5

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Good Yarns Get hooked. Chain, slip stitch, and double crochet your next craft project. Learn the basic steps of crochet while experimenting with a variety of color schemes and textures. Take home a great handmade project and the skills to make many more. All supplies provided. Ages: 50 Yrs + Senior Recreation Center / Michelle Stone

Rock On

Beginner

#WylieRocks. Join in the painted-rock craze that provides creative time with friends. Turn plain rocks into works of art in this award-winning program. Follow step-by-step painting instruction to create a beautiful addition for your home garden or the Senior Rec Center’s Inspirational Rock Garden. All supplies provided.

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4/11 4/18 5/9 5/16 6/13 6/20

10 10 10 10 10 10

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$5 $5 $5 $5 $5 $5

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11:30 AM – 12:30 PM $5 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM $5 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM $5

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11:30 AM – 12:30 PM $5 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM $5 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM $5

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Intermediate M M M

4/11 5/9 6/13

Ages: 50 Yrs +

Advanced M M M

4/18 5/16 6/20

Senior Recreation Center / Pam Little W W W W W W

4/6 5/4 6/1 4/6 5/4 6/1

10 – 11:30 AM 10 – 11:30 AM 10 – 11:30 AM 12:30 – 2 PM 12:30 – 2 PM 12:30 – 2 PM

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SPORTS

INSTRUCTION Karate Master the Ryubukai Okinawan art of self-defense that employs hand strikes and kicks with swift and calculated movements used to disable or subdue an opponent. Focus on the flow of movement, sparring, and weapons while attaining discipline, self-control, and physical fitness. Uniform required. Ages: 6 – 15 Yrs Wylie Recreation Center / Dan Thompson W

4/6 – 6/15* 6:30 – 8 PM *No class 4/20.

$79

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Soccer Sparks Kick-it. Magnify overall physical development and coordination in a low-pressure, high-skill learning environment. Develop soccer and social skills participating as a group in a structured activity. Enhance dribbling, passing, shooting, and active teamwork strategies. Tennis shoes only. No cleats. Ages: 2 – 3 Yrs

Tennis Champs

Wylie Recreation Center / Soccer Sparks M M

4/4 – 5/2 4:15 – 4:45 PM 5/16 – 6/20* 4:15 – 4:45 PM *No class 5/30.

$69 $69

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Ages: 4 – 5 Yrs Wylie Recreation Center / Soccer Sparks M M

4/4 – 5/2 4:50 – 5:35 PM 5/16 – 6/20* 4:50 – 5:35 PM *No class 5/30.

Ace it! Enhance physical strength, enrich handeye coordination, and build tennis fundamentals. Participate in a variety of games and drills to learn the basics of serving, volleying, and game play. Compete in singles and doubles matches and crown the champion of the court. Bring a tennis racquet; a few available upon request. Wear athletic clothes and tennis shoes.

Ages: 6 – 9 Yrs

Ages: 4 – 5 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Soccer Sparks

Wylie Recreation Center / Sky Hawks

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4/4 – 5/2 5:40 – 6:25 PM 5/16 – 6/20* 5:40 – 6:25 PM *No class 5/30.

$69 $69

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4/7 – 4/28 5/5 – 5/26 6/2 – 6/23

4:30 – 5 PM 4:30 – 5 PM 4:30 – 5 PM

Ages: 10 – 12 Yrs

Ages: 6 – 9 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Soccer Sparks

Wylie Recreation Center / Sky Hawks

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4/4 – 5/2 6:30 – 7:15 PM 5/16 – 6/20* 6:30 – 7:15 PM *No class 5/30.

$69 $69

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4/7 – 4/28 5/5 – 5/26 6/2 – 6/23

5:15 – 6 PM 5:15 – 6 PM 5:15 – 6 PM

$59 $59 $59

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Basketball Academy

Volleyball

Slam-dunk! Boost physical fitness, increase leadership skills, and enhance fundamentals. Take it to the court and practice shooting, passing, dribbling, ball handling, and more. Fine-tune new talents during games, scrimmages, and friendly competitions. Wear athletic clothes and tennis shoes.

Bump, set, and spike. Get a handle on ball control, develop self-confidence, and learn to work strategically as a team. Practice basic volleyball skills like digging, spiking, and serving. Move through various rotations and plays individually and as a team. Kneepads recommended.

Ages: 4 – 5 Yrs

Ages: 6 – 16 Yrs

Wylie Recreation Center / Sky Hawks

Wylie Recreation Center / Michael Carroll

Tu Tu Tu

4/5 – 4/26 5/3 – 5/24 6/7 – 6/28

4:30 – 5 PM 4:30 – 5 PM 4:30 – 5 PM

$59 $59 $59

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Ages: 6 – 9 Yrs Wylie Recreation Center / Sky Hawks Tu Tu Tu

4/5 – 4/26 5/3 – 5/24 6/7 – 6/28

5:15 – 6 PM 5:15 – 6 PM 5:15 – 6 PM

Beginner W W W

4/6 – 4/27 5/4 – 5/25 6/1 – 6/22

5:30 – 6:30 PM 5:30 – 6:30 PM 5:30 – 6:30 PM

$55 $55 $55

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Intermediate Prerequisite: instructor approval. W W W

4/6 – 4/27 5/4 – 5/25 6/1 – 6/22

6:30 – 7:30 PM 6:30 – 7:30 PM 6:30 – 7:30 PM

Advanced Prerequisite: instructor approval. W W W

4/6 – 4/27 5/4 – 5/25 6/1 – 6/22

7:30 – 8:30 PM 7:30 – 8:30 PM 7:30 – 8:30 PM

Archery Take aim. Gain skills for shooting with accuracy and precision. Develop self-confidence, increase coordination, and build strength. Practice the steps of proper shooting technique, learn range setup, and become familiar with the various parts of the bow. Wear comfortable fitted clothing, closed-toed shoes, and tie back loose hair. Ages: 8 – 14 Yrs Wylie Recreation Center / PARD Staff

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4/7 – 4/28 5/5 – 5/26 6/2 – 6/23

5:30 – 6:15 PM 5:30 – 6:15 PM 5:30 – 6:15 PM

$39 $39 $39

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6:30 – 7:15 PM 6:30 – 7:15 PM 6:30 – 7:15 PM

$39 $39 $39

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Advanced Th Th Th

4/7 – 4/28 5/5 – 5/26 6/2 – 6/23

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EARLY BIRD SAVE 5%

REC PASS SAVE 15%

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FLEX REG FITNESS Pick the individual class dates you want. Zumba Ditch the workout and join the party. This fusion of Latin and international music and dance creates a dynamic, exciting, and effective cardio session. The routines feature interval training techniques with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body. Lose yourself in energetic moves while shaping up. Ages: 13 Yrs +

Boot Camp

Wylie Recreation Center / Erin Larew Tu Th

6:15 - 7:15 PM

$6 / Class Meeting

Yoga Beneficial for all fitness and experience levels, yoga produces a feeling of well-being and body-awareness. Improve circulation, elongate muscles, and settle your mind. This total mind-body workout features cardiovascular conditioning, functional strength, flexibility, muscle balance, and relaxation. No prior yoga experience necessary. No class 5/30. Wylie Recreation Center / Patti Bradley 9:30 - 10:30 AM

Ages: 13 Yrs + Wylie Recreation Center / Leslie Williams Tu Th Sa

Ages: 13 Yrs + MW

Need a workout boost? Power up to the next level of strength, stability, and endurance. Target the entire body with calisthenics, core workouts, cardio exercises, and weight training. Feel good about fitness. Working out with a group promotes enhanced energy levels, reduces stress, and increases your commitment to a fitness routine. No class 5/24, 5/26, 6/2, 6/4, 6/7, 6/9, & 6/11.

$9 / Class Meeting

Gentle Flow Yoga Gentle Flow Yoga offers guided instruction that welcomes all fitness and experience levels. Gain muscle strength, improve core balance, and increase overall relaxation through essential yoga poses and breathing techniques. Coordinate breathing with movement to improve mental and physical health and release stress. No prior yoga experience necessary. No class 5/30.

$6 / Class Meeting $6 / Class Meeting

Latin Aerobics Join in the aerobic dance craze. This low-impact fitness program with Latin flare fits your needs. Practice the basic steps of samba, salsa, merengue, and mambo set to upbeat Latin rhythms. Move to the beat at a comfortable speed, or modify the intensity of your workout with the use of a chair. All dance levels welcome. Wear athletic clothes and tennis shoes. Ages: 55 Yrs + Senior Recreation Center / Lori Jaynes W

Ages: 16 Yrs +

9 - 10 AM 9 - 10 AM

1:15 - 2:15 PM

$3 / Class Meeting

Wylie Recreation Center / Katharine Isbell MW

6:30 - 7:30 PM

$7 / Class Meeting

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SPECIAL INTEREST

Personal Training How about a push? We’ve got you covered. Work one-on-one or bring a friend. A Certified Personal Trainer is here to help you with every aspect of your fitness from proper form to maximizing your workout structure based on your specific goals. You can do this. Let’s do it together. 30-minute and 60-minute sessions available. Ages: 12 Yrs + Wylie Recreation Center / Laura Huddleston

1-on-1 Training 30-Minute / One Session 60-Minute / One Session 60-Minute / 10 Sessions Package

$29 / person $55 / person $499 / person

2-on-1 Training 60-Minute / One Session 60-Minute / 10 Sessions Package

$79 / 2 people $749 / 2 people

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CPR and First Aid Training Be a life saver. Discover the tools needed to react efficiently in a high-stress situation. Identify when an emergency occurs and when CPR, AED, or first aid is needed. Use real-life scenarios and hands-on practice to be prepared to provide aid if presented with a lifethreatening emergency. Learn first aid, AED, and proper CPR techniques for infants, children, and adults. Optional $10 Certification Card fee paid to instructor at class. Ages: 12 Yrs + Wylie Recreation Center / Francisco Carrero Sa Sa

5/21 6/11

9 – 11:30 AM 9 – 11:30 AM

$45 $45

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REC PASS HOLDERS SAVE 20% ON MOST ACTIVITIES DURING EARLY BIRD ONLINE REGISTRATION: MARCH 1 – 7

EARLY BIRD SAVE 5%

REC PASS SAVE 15%

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ACTIVITY

INDEX

BY AGE GROUP KIDS

TEENS

Academy of Magic, 7

Adventures in Art, 10

Archery, 17

Art Creator Studio, 13

Boot Camp, 19

Archery, 17

Club Sweat Black Light Zumba, 4

COVID-19 impact on Recreation Activities: Due to the pandemic, some activity locations may change.

Basketball Academy, 17

CPR and First Aid Training, 18

Bubbles, Smoke, Explosion!, 6

Creative Cooking, 6

Location modifications will be communicated to all registered participants in the event of change.

CPR and First Aid Training, 18

Forensic Investigators, 8

Creative Cooking, 6

Gentle Flow Yoga, 18

Dodgeball and Agility Games, 8 Drawing Workshop, 8

BY LOCATION WYLIE REC CENTER Academy of Magic, 7 Adventures in Art, 10 Art Creator Studio, 13 Archery, 17 Basketball Academy, 17 Boot Camp, 19 Bubbles, Smoke, Explosion!, 6 Club Sweat Black Light Zumba, 4 CPR and First Aid Training, 18 Creative Card & Co., 13 Creative Cooking, 6 Dodgeball and Agility Games, 8 Drawing Workshop, 8 Easter Bunny Brunch, 4 Flag Football and QB Skills, 8 Forensic Investigators, 8 Friday Workshop, 11 Gentle Flow Yoga, 18 Hoop Dreams, 7 Karate, 16

Easter Bunny Brunch, 4 Spike Volleyball, 9 Sports Performance and Games, 10 STEM LEGO Adventures, 6

Flag Football and QB Skills, 8 Forensic Investigators, 8 Friday Workshop, 11 Karate, 16

Summertime Sewing, 7

Kid News Channel, 9

Tennis Champs, 16

Hoop Dreams, 7

UAV Drones, 8

LEGO Jr Robotics, 6

U-Tube Entrepreneur, 9

LEGO Olympic Robotics, 7

U-Tube Studio, 9

Magic Explorers, 11

Volleyball, 17

Marvelous 3D Printing, 9

Yoga, 19

Mini Multi-Sports Champs, 10

Zumba, 18

Mini STEM Lab, 11

WYLIE SENIOR REC CENTER Basic Floral Design, 14 Blase Family Farm, 3 Bush Presidential Library, 3 Cakeology, 14 Card Making, 15 Craft Corner, 15

Money Games, 10 Music Mixers, 8 Parent’s Night Out, 4 Personal Training, 19 Piano, 12 Pokémon LEGO Engineering, 6 Popsicle Zumba, 5 Ready Set Sew, 12 Sewing Workshop, 13

Karate, 16 LEGO Olympic Robotics, 7 Personal Training, 19 Ready Set Sew, 12 Sewing Workshop, 13 Summertime Sewing, 7 UAV Drones, 8 U-Tube Entrepreneur, 9 U-Tube Studio, 9 Volleyball, 17 Yoga, 19 Zumba, 18

ADULTS Boot Camp, 19 Club Sweat Black Light Zumba, 4 CPR and First Aid Training, 18 Creative Card & Co., 13 Gentle Flow Yoga, 18 Personal Training, 19 Popsicle Zumba, 5 Yoga, 19 Zumba, 18

ADULTS 55 YRS+

Kid News Channel, 9

Dallas Holocaust & Human Rights Museum, 3

LEGO Jr Robotics, 6

Gardening, 14

LEGO Olympic Robotics, 7

Good Yarns, 15

Magic Explorers, 11

Grapevine Vintage Railroad, 3

Marvelous 3D Printing, 9

Latin Aerobics, 19

Mini Multi-Sports Champs, 10

Let’s Quilt, 12

Mini STEM Lab, 11

National Videogame Museum, 3

Money Games, 10

Palette Party, 13

UAV Drones, 8

Dallas Holocaust & Human Rights Museum, 3

Music Mixers, 8

Pancake Breakfast, 5

U-Tube Studio, 9

Gardening, 14

Parent’s Night Out, 4

Rock On, 15

Volleyball, 17

Good Yarns, 15

Personal Training, 19

Scrap It!, 15

Grapevine Vintage Railroad, 3

Piano, 12

Sock Hop Senior Prom, 5

Latin Aerobics, 19

Pokémon LEGO Engineering, 6

The Foodies, 3

Let’s Quilt, 12

Popsicle Zumba, 5

Waxahachie Gingerbread Trail, 3

National Videogame Museum, 3

Ready Set Sew, 12

Wood Crafts, 14

Palette Party, 13

Sewing Workshop, 13

Wreath Making, 14

Pancake Breakfast, 5

Soccer Sparks, 16 Spike Volleyball, 9 Sports Performance and Games, 10 STEM LEGO Adventures, 6 Summertime Sewing, 7 Tennis Champs, 16 U-Tube Entrepreneur, 9

Soccer Sparks, 16

Basic Floral Design, 14 Blase Family Farm, 3 Bush Presidential Library, 3 Cakeology, 14 Card Making, 15 Craft Corner, 15

Rock On, 15 Scrap It!, 15 Sock Hop Senior Prom, 5

REGISTRATION

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The Foodies, 3 Waxahachie Gingerbread Trail, 3 Wood Crafts, 14 Wreath Making, 14

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AWESOME

EXPERTS THE AMERICAN DJ COMPANY

is focused on teaching youth what it means to be a professional DJ. The Company prioritizes educating kids about the vast careers that they can pursue with DJing such as sound engineers, producers, radio personalities, tech directors, and more. The Company fosters an environment for kids to explore creativity, try something new, and make friends. Their motto is B.E.A.T. Believe in yourself. Engage with everyone. Activate your talent. Train to be prepared.

SANDRA BALLAS teaches Creative Cards & Co. at Wylie Recreation Center. She has always enjoyed creating homemade gifts, but found her passion for making one-of-a-kind greeting cards for friends and family in 2017. Sandra loves the friendships and camaraderie that comes from crafting together. She is excited to share her passion with a new group of card makers and teach them to create beautiful greetings. PATTI BRADLEY is a 200-Hour Yoga Alliance-certified instructor with additional training from CorePower Yoga, YogaFit, and the Cooper Institute for Aerobics Research. Patti mixes several types of yoga into her teaching style, including Vinyasa, Power, and Hatha, paying special attention to transitions, alignment, safety, and fun. She loves that participants of all ages and mobility levels can enjoy the exploration and practice of yoga. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since October 2012. FRANSISCO CARREO has been a

firefighter and Paramedic since 2012. He is a certified CPR Instructor with the American Heart Association and Safety Services. During Fransisco’s career as a first responder, he has gained hands-on experience with a variety of emergencies, CPR, and First Aid. He desires to equip bystanders with the tools needed to perform CPR to help increase the chances of survival. Fransisco’s goal is to teach CPR and First Aid to help prepare individuals to help others when an emergency occurs.

MICHAEL CARROLL has coached

youth sports since 2000. As a competitive outdoor volleyball player and coach, he focuses on fundamental development, skill training, and ball control. In the 1990s, Mike coached at a semi-pro level and became an expert in advanced volleyball techniques and gameplay. He has a passion for developing volleyball confidence and encouraging the youth in the sport he loves.

CHEFSVILLE® has been owned by Scott Horwitz, executive director, since May 2006. His program empowers kids to make healthier food choices by providing opportunities to experiment with various flavors and food groups while learning about nutrition. Scott brings his years of chef experience to the classroom to give youngsters the opportunity to play with food because food should be fun! Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since September 2015. ANGELA DANIEL teaches Wreath

Making and Card Making. She has been working for the City of Wylie since 2010 and at the Senior Recreation Center since 2016. Angela loves sharing her creativity and knowledge with those around her. She has a passion for taking ordinary items and transforming them into extraordinary keepsakes. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since September 2016.

SANDY ELKINS offers fine art

painting classes. She started painting as a hobby in 2005. In 2011, she became a Robert Garden Certified Instructor. Her lessons include using oil paint, acrylic paint, watercolors, oil pastels, and charcoal. She teaches several techniques using the different mediums, through monthly classes and camps. She teaches perspective, color theory, and timesaving brush strokes, so students may develop a greater understanding of the visual world. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since June 2012.

ENGINEERING FOR KIDS®

brings math, science, technology, and engineering to children in a fun and challenging way. They encourage children to have fun while using their knowledge of engineering and science to design, create, and improve solutions to engineering problems. Programs are designed to meet national standards in STEM education from science, technology, engineering, and mathematicsaffiliated associations. Engineering for Kids® engages students in hands-on, real-world engineering experiences. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since June 2014.

LINDSAY HAWKES teaches Palette Party at the Senior Recreation Center. Lindsay has been a part of the Senior Recreation Center team since 2019. She enjoys expressing herself through colors and painting, and professionally with her photography business. She is excited to share her passion for the arts, foster creativity in her students, and ready to help everyone find inner artistic talents. LAURA HUDDLESTON is an outstanding Personal Trainer. She is certified through the National Academy of Sports Medicine as a Personal Trainer, Nutrition Coach, Behavior Change Specialist, Corrective Exercise Specialist and Performance Enhancement Specialist. She began training in 2003, and her areas of experience include metabolic resistance, heart rate, and body weight training as well as detoxification and nutrition training. Laura is passionate about helping people become the best versions of themselves. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since January 2013. KATHARINE ISBELL is a registered 500 hour Yoga Teacher with Yoga Alliance and teaches Gentle Flow Yoga. She focuses on whole body strengthening and stretching for lifelong sustainable activity. Her desire is to build stronger, healthier participants through well balanced yoga sequences that are accessible to everyone who comes to the mat. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since February 2008.

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AWESOME

EXPERTS CONTINUED LORI JAYNES teaches Latin Aerobics. She considers herself a late bloomer in the exercise world, but believes it is never too late to start a healthy lifestyle. Lori began working for the Senior Recreation Center in 2016 and loves to share her passion for dance. She received her Zumba Basic certification in 2017 and Zumba Gold certification in 2018. Lori’s goal is to stay fit while having fun and get everyone moving. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since October 2017. HELENA KNIGHT has been sewing since 1978. Helena began making doll clothes and then quickly began making her own clothing. She is now a designer and has featured her collection in the Georgia Peach Fashion Week. Helena has grown her collection to interior design upholstery and men, women, and children’s clothing. She believes sewing is a skill everyone should have and she loves sharing her passion with others.

DANNA KRAEMER teaches

painting. She has a passion for art, people, and creativity. After leaving the corporate world in 2013, Danna’s love for art led her to teach with Painting with a Twist. She is a seasoned groupled painting instructor thankful and grateful to share artistry and laughter with her students. Danna believes “everyone is an artist, you just have to find your medium.”

MAD SCIENCE® is focused on

STEM enrichment programs for kids. With a strong foundation in science, they deliver unique, handson, project-based experiences that are entertaining, educational, and enlightening. Mad Science covers topics from earth, life, physical, and technology sciences. Mad Science sparks imaginative learning and curiosity.

MATT KRUSE leads Wood Crafts instruction. Since joining the Senior Recreation Center staff in 2013, he has become the go-to handyman. Matt is an experienced woodcrafter who can build anything from cabinetry to decorative figurines. Matt perfected his woodworking and whittling skills while growing up on the family farm, and loves to teach others the trade. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since June 2014. ERIN LAREW teaches Zumba at Wylie Recreation Center. Her passion for people, Zumba, and total body fitness led her to become an instructor in early 2009. Erin brings a positive, vivacious attitude to the classroom, and it is reflected in her dance style. She incorporates interval training to improve cardiovascular fitness through lively and interactive aerobic activity. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since April 2011. PAM LITTLE leads the Rock On class at Wylie Senior Recreation Center. She has been part of the Senior Recreation Center team since 2016 and strongly believes in expressing yourself through art. Her love for crafting began when she was a Brownie in Girl Scouts and has grown into a full-time hobby in her adult life. Pam is a patient leader and enjoys engaging with her students in new crafting projects. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since October 2017. DEBRA MEYER teaches Cakeology

and Craft Corner. She has been part of the Senior Recreation Center team since 2019, and is excited to share her passion for cakes and crafts. Debra enjoys teaching how to make one-ofa-kind creations, whether they are to decorate the house or be the star of the dessert table. She loves sharing tips and tricks that she learned along the way. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since 2020.

KATE PHILIPPI teaches Basic

Floral Design and Gardening. She has been an active participant of the Senior Recreation Center since 2014. Kate studied floral design and earned her Florist Transworld Delivery Master Design certification in 1973. In Oklahoma, Kate taught floral design classes at the Tulsa Technology Center for 12 years and owned and managed four flower shops in the area. She loves sharing her passion for floral design and gardening with her students. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since June 2016.

PLAY-WELL originated in 1997. Their goal is to engage kids and get them excited about engineering, architecture, and physics concepts using LEGO. Play-Well’s mission is to help kids solve problems, provide an opportunity for creative expression, and develop teamwork skills through building elaborate objects and collaborating with their peers. PlayWell is dedicated to kids having fun and expressing themselves through the world of play. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since June 2017. SHIRLEY POULAN leads Scrap It! After retiring, Shirley found herself with a creative mind and a lot of free time. She began scrapbooking unique and meaningful gifts for each of her grandchildren to own when they graduate from high school. Now, Shirley is excited to share her skills with others and help them turn their memories into precious works of art. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since 2019. DAL SANDERS, founder of the Dallas Magic Academy and former Ronald McDonald, has been teaching and performing magic since the 1980’s. Dal has performed all over the world, appeared on a variety of television shows, and served as the President of the Society of American Magicians. Dal has a passion for sharing his love of magic with kids. He believes that magic connects people together and teaches vital interpersonal skills.

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SKYHAWKS has been a leader in

MICHELLE STONE teaches Good

AMBER SMITH has been sewing

SUCCESSFUL STUDENTS AND ATHLETES (SSA) is geared

providing safe, fun, and skill-based sports experience for kids since 1979. They pride themselves on teaching sport-specific skills to all children of varying athletic levels. Skyhawks has a vision that every child should experience the joy and benefits of sports. They emphasize critical life lessons, such as sportsmanship, teamwork, and winning and losing with grace. Skyhawks’ goal is to teach life skills through sports.

since 1992. Her passion for fabrics, stitches, and embroidery began with her mother, who taught her the art of sewing and quilting. At the age of 11, Amber began selling her sewn items and handmade doll clothes. Amber strives to boost hand-eye coordination, self-confidence, and creativity within her students. She has taught sewing and held private lessons since 2011. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since January 2013.

SOCCER SPARKS has been

teaching soccer in the Dallas-Fort Worth area since 2009. Their focus is the physical development of children and the community as a whole. Their classes are designed to teach kids the proper skills and principles of the game while focusing on fun in a non-competitive environment. Soccer Sparks’ goal is for players to simply enjoy the sport while acquiring the necessary skill set without the pressure of outcomes. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since September 2018.

Yarns. Michelle has been working at the Senior Recreation Center since 2015. She has been crocheting since she was a teenager and continues to learn new stitches to bring to her students. Michelle enjoys sharing what she has learned with others and loves seeing the joy on students’ faces when they understand a concept or master a new skill. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since June 2016.

toward preparing children for their future while having fun. SSA strives to enhance confidence, leadership, and communication skills within their students. SSA emphasizes the importance of physical and mental health. Children experience boosted self-esteem, the ability to focus and be more alert, reduced stress levels, improved teamwork skills, and enhanced positivity. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since June 2013.

DAN THOMPSON holds a black belt

in karate. He began training in martial arts in 1990, beginning with four years of tai chi and then moving on to karate. Dan wants to share his experience, knowledge, passion, and skills with his students. Dan believes karate is a lifelong activity and that there is always a new skill, technique, and move to learn. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since January 2019.

RICH VERDE has been teaching

guitar and piano lessons since 2000. He earned his associates in music from Richland College and believes that music enriches lives, and brings joy and happiness to those that hear and play music. He is enthusiastic and dedicated to teaching music to the next generation, and fosters an environment for kids to believe in themselves and tap into their creativity. He is committed to the musical arts and enjoys sharing his passion with students.

LESLIE WILLIAMS is a health and fitness enthusiast. She obtained her Bachelor’s degree in Exercise and Sport Science and has been teaching Boot Camp classes since 2016. Her favorite aspect about the Boot Camp format is that it is a group activity which builds community and allows people to encourage each other and grow stronger together. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since November 2018. YOUNG REMBRANDTS® teaches basic to advanced drawing skills, art techniques, and vocabulary. Using a step-by-step method, every student is a creative success. Since 1997, Young Rembrandts has used technical drawing skills to break down complex objects into familiar shapes and increase student creativity, helping students to turn their drawings into astonishing masterpieces. Young Rembrandts’ unique method also improves fine motor skills, patience, focus, and the ability to stay on task. Awesome expert for Wylie Recreation since February 2012.

ACTIVITY SATISFACTION GUARANTEE

INCLUSION

So you tried Macramé Comeback and it just wasn’t for you. A full refund is available through the first day of most contracted courses. If you are dissatisfied with the quality of a registered activity, please contact a staff person immediately so we may have an opportunity to solve the problem.

The City of Wylie encourages people of all abilities to participate in recreation activities together and to register for activities that are of interest to them. We strive to promote activities that provide a positive, independent recreation experience for everyone. Reasonable accommodations are provided based on the individual needs and abilities of each participant who has a disability. To make a request for accommodation, please contact the facility supervisor where the activity is coordinated prior to registration.

ENHANCEMENT REQUEST Wylie Recreation encourages Guests to suggest enhancements at Wylie Recreation Center, Wylie Senior Recreation Center, and Brown House. Visit our website to complete a request: www.WylieTexas.gov/Facilities > Forms, Rules and FAQs

QUESTIONS? Recreation@WylieTexas.Gov | 972-516-6340 | Wylie Parks & Recreation

WYLIE

RECREATION CENTER 300 Country Club - 200 | 972-516-6340 | Recreation@Wylietexas.gov

REC PASS Standard Access

Adult

Senior

Kids

Ages: 18 - 54

Ages: 55+

Ages: 7 - 17

• Open Gym

$18.75

• Open Climb • Lobby Games • Locker Rooms • Game Time • National Park and Rec Month Programs • Optional Auto-renew (billed monthly) • Activity Discounts

/ monthly billed annually

$11.25

/ monthly billed annually

$11.25

monthly / billed annually

$27 billed monthly

$14 billed monthly

Standard Access, plus:

4 Fitness Equipment

4 School Break Celebrations

4 Indoor Walking Track

4 Ages 12+ Fitness Equipment

4 Fitness Towels

4 Ages 12+ Indoor Walking Track

4 Free Jr Pass

4 Ages 12+ Fitness Towels

4 Toddler Gym

4 Childcare (when billed annually)

4 Ages 12+ Wellness Month Challenges

4 Wellness Month Challenges

4 Wylie Resident Pass Discount

Wylie Resident Discount $14.58 / month billed annually $22 billed monthly

Wylie Resident Discount $8.75 / month billed annually $10 billed monthly

OPEN PLAY SCHEDULES View Open Play and Open Gym schedules on the website.

www.wylietexas.gov/facilities/forms_rules_and_faqs/

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CHILDCARE

Available for children ages 6 months – 6 years

Childcare Areas are available as a benefit to adults participating in Open Play and registered activities. Drop-in childcare is available during scheduled hours on a first-come, first-served basis with limited availability. Schedule is subject to change. A parent or legal guardian user who has a valid Annual Adult, Annual Senior, or Annual Family Rec Pass may access the Childcare Area Service at no additional charge. For all other users, fees apply. Prior to arrival: • Review the Facility Rules and Guidelines • Print and complete the Annual Childcare I.C.E. Form