Children's Classes

COOKING

Baking Basics - Ages 10 - 15

Want to learn some baking basics while making tasty treats? In this hands-on class, you'll make delicious killer bronies, blueberry muffins and few surprises. Bring along your appetite and Tupperware.

• Wednesday, April 9
• 6:30p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
• Fee: Resident $14.00 Nonresident $16.00

SWIMMING LESSONS

• Fees: Resident $18.00 Nonresident $24.00

• Session I

  • Mondays - March 3 - April 7
  • Wednesdays - March 5 April 9
  • Saturdays - March 8 - April 19 (No class March 22)

• Session II: October 29 - December 8

  • Mondays, April 14 - May 19
  • Wednesdays, April 16 - May 21
  • Saturdays, April 26 - May 21

Puddleduck I - Concentrates on the basic skills of water adjustment, floating, kicking and water safety. The parent is not in the water with the child. Monday 5:15 p.m. - 5:55 p.m. Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 10:40 a.m. Saturday 10:45 a.m. - 11:25 a.m.
Puddleduck II - This class includes rotary breathing, introduction to front crawl, elementary backstroke and safety skills. Saturday 10:45 a.m. - 11:25 p.m.
Puddleduck III - Endurance and independence in the water will be emphasized. Skills will include treading water, diving, improvement on crawl stroke and elementary backstroke. Monday 5:15 p.m. - 5:55 p.m. Saturday 9:15 a.m. -9:55 a.m.

Level I - Water Exploration Participants will become comfortable in the water by experiencing boyancy, putting face in water, blowing bubbles, etc. Appropriate for those with no previous experience in the water.

• Monday 6:45 p.m. - 7:25 p.m.
• Wednesday 5:15 p.m. - 5:55 p.m.
• Saturday 11:30 a.m. 12:10 p.m.

Level II -Fundamental Skills - Suggested only if child is comfortable in water. Many skills are demonstrated independently. They will add upon these skills through kicking and the addition of arms in front and back crawl.

• Monday 6:45 p.m. - 7:25 p.m.
• Wednesday 6:00 p.m. - 6:40 p.m.
• Saturday 11:30 a.m. - 12:10 p.m.

Level III - Stroke Development - Level II skills and independence during front and back crawl are expected. In this level, rhythmic breathing is stressed as well as an intro to butterfly and treading water.

• Wednesday 5:15 p.m. - 5:55 p.m.
• Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 10:40 a.m.

Level IV - Stroke Improvement - Level III skills are expanded upon. Participants must have the ability to swim the width of the pool to take this level. Basic turns, breaststroke and sidestroke are introduced. Usually combined with Level V.

• Monday 6:00 p.m. - 6:40 p.m.
• Saturday 11:30 a.m. - 12:10 a.m.

Level V - Stroke Refinement - Participants must be able to swim one length of the pool front and back crawl. They must also be able to swim the width of the pool doing butterfly and breaststroke and tread water for one minute. Greater distances and endurance are added at this level. Usually combined with Level IV.

• Monday 6:00 p.m. - 6:40 p.m.
• Saturday 11:30 a.m. - 12:10 a.m.

Teen and Adult Swim Lessons -The class focuses on basic swimming skills. Progression will be taught at students pace.

• Wednesday 6:00 p.m. - 6:40 p.m.
• Saturday, 9:15 a.m. - 9:55 p.m.

PRESCHOOL ACTIVITIES

Saturday Morning Preschool - Children ages 3 to 5 can have fun while interacting with other children in a low-key learning environment. It also gives parents a chance to do weekly errands.

• Session I: March 8 - April 5 (No class March 22)
• Session II: April 19 - May 10
  • 9:30 AM - noon
  • Instructor: Lucy Gintz
  • Resident $30.00 Nonresident $36.00

Holiday Nights - (ages 3 to 7) - Each class will have storytelling, arts & crafts and special snacks appropriate to the season. These parties are sure to prepare and excite your child for the holidays! Instructor: Lucy Gintz

• Happy Easter - March 14
• Happy Mothers' Day - May 9
• Happy Fathers' Day - June 13
  • Fee per class:Resident $6.00 Nonresident $7.00

GYMNASTICS,DANCE & WATER AEROBIC EXERCISE

Kindergym - (4 to 6 years) This class is designed to help develop motor skills and will consist of beginning tumbling moves, games, hula hoop workouts, junior balance beam and mat work. Class size 6

• Monday 5:45 - 6:45 PM

Hip Hop Dance - Learn the latest urban dance and hip hop moves in this exciting class. Kids 8 to 12 years will integrate funky aerobic hip hop steps in jammin' combinations.

• Mondays, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
• Fees: Resident - $27.00 Nonresident - $30.00

Youth & Parent Water Aerobics - Enjoy a wet workout in the shallow end of the poo with or without a arent. Recommended for ages 9 - 13 years. Minimum height is 48 inches.

• March 27 - May 15
• Thursdays, 6:00 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.
• Fee per person: Resident $16.00 Nonresident $20.00

TENNIS

SPECIAL EVENTS

Easter Egg Hunt & Arbor Day Celebration Saturday, March 22, 2007 11:00 a.m. The Recreation Center will host its annual Easter Egg Hunt for children ages 9 and under. After the search for candy and colored eggs, the Easter Bunny will make a special appearance to pass out more Easter treats. Immediately following the Easter Egg Hunt will be the Arbor Day Celebration. Free seedling and instructions on its planting and care will be available. Sorry, residents with ID cards only.
Miniature Golf Mothers' Day Weekend, Saturday, May 10 & Sunday, May 11 Are you looking for a special way to celebrate Mothers' Day? How about a round of mini golf? Any mother will receive free admission when accompanied by a paying child all weekend long. Remember, mini golf is one sport where children can compete against adults and win. Regular golf fees apply.
Bike Safety Rodeo Date: Saturday, May 3,2008 Rain Date: May 10, 2008 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. City Hall Parking Lot The Bike Safety Rodeo is free and open to ages 2 to 12. The activities include a bike riding course, Safetyville tricycle town, and more. For more information, call Bellefontaine Neighbors City Hall, 867-0076.