ALEX FIORE THOUSAND OAKS TEEN CENTER 1375 East Janss Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 • Facility: (805) 494-5156 • Fax Number: (805) 494-3155 Center E-Mail Address: Teencenterprograms@crpd.org • www.thousandoaksteencenter.com or www.crpd.org/tnc
Monday-Thursday 2:00-9:00pm • Friday 2:00 -10:00pm • Saturday 11:00am-10:00pm • Sunday 1:00-5:00pm Teen Services Director: Micah Akerson, makerson@crpd.org Teen Services Coordinator: Jay Dodwell, jdodwell@crpd.org
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THE TEEN CENTER IS DESIGNED FOR THE 12-17 YEAR OLD POPULATION (THOSE IN 7TH THROUGH 12TH GRADE)
HIGH SCHOOL ONLY
SAFETY AND SKILLS WORKSHOPS
TEEN LEADERSHIP CLUB, Age 15-17 High school age volunteer program designed to give students experience in the field of recreation. Volunteers work at the Teen Center, ConejoRPD, and community special events. *
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7:00-8:30pm
NONE 9/6, 10/4, 11/1
ELITE DRIVING ACADEMY, Age 15-17 Classes are interactive, entertaining, and informative. DMV also requires six hours of behind-the-wheel training with a licensed instructor (available through Elite). Instructor: Mike Burgett. Enrollment: Max 20 9000.4161 Sa
Our programs include a variety of recreational classes, educational workshops, seasonal camps, leagues, trips, dances, concerts, and great special events, as well as FREE drop-in recreation. Check out our facility’s awesome features: gymnasium, soundproof music room, a 1,700 sq. ft. game room complete with pool and ping pong tables, black light air hockey, foosball, free arcade games, vending machines, and multiple high-def big screen TV’s with all the latest gaming systems. A computer lab with high speed internet is open and staffed during designated hours. We also have classrooms, a catering kitchen, and a social lobby with couches, and a 55” TV. Feel free to stop by and visit our facility, meet the staff, and check out our program offerings!
11:00am-4:00pm $100 9/17-10/15 5 wks
FREE! PRINCETON REVIEW PRACTICE TEST, 9th-12th Grade Get an early start on this fall’s standardized tests! See how you’ll score without penalty. Presented by The Princeton Review. To sign up, call 800.2review or go to www.princetonreview.com. Enrollment: Max 75 SAT Test *
Sa
9:00am-1:00pm
NONE 9/17
AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION Instruction provided by EMS Training Institute BLAST! (BABYSITTER LESSONS AND SAFETY TRAINING), SECOND EDITION, Age 12-15 Exciting, interactive program prepares teens to interview for a babysitting job; select safe, suitable games and activities; prevent accidents; perform first aid; and begin babysitting safely and competently. Bring sack lunch. Enrollment: Max 10
9001.4161 Sa
12noon-4:00pm
$65
9/24
1 day
CPR/AED TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION, Age 12-17 Instruction in 1-person rescue of adult, child, and infant. Bring sack lunch; drinks provided. Enrollment: Max 12
9002.4161 Sa
11:00am-3:00pm $65
10/1
1 day
FIRST AID CERTIFICATION, Age 12-17 Learn emergency first aid techniques. Bring snack; drinks provided. Enrollment: Max 12
9003.4161 Sa
11:00am-2:00pm $65
10/15
1 day
1 day
SEVEN HABITS OF HIGHLY EFFECTIVE TEENS, Age 12-17 Based largely on the writing of Sean Covey, this fun, interactive workshop helps teens become more independent and effective. Instructor: Teen Services Director Micah Akerson. Enrollment: Max 15
9004.4161 T
7:00-8:30pm
$15
9/27
1 eve
FALL EXCURSIONS 2016 Excursions include transportation and supervision. A $5 registration fee and parent permission slip required for all trips. Registration fee is non-refundable. Information sheets available at the Teen Center or at thousandoaksteencenter.com. Excursions depart from and return to the Teen Center unless otherwise noted. Excursions are designed for teen patrons age 12-17 (7th -12th grade). MAGIC MOUNTAIN, Age 12-17 $30 cash due the day of the trip. Bring money for food. CVUSD holiday. Enrollment: Max 15 9005.4161 W 9:30am-7:00pm
$5
10/12
1 day
LOS ANGELES LAKERS GAME, Age 12-17 Check out the Lakers and their top draft pick as they take on the Denver Nuggets. $30 cash due the day of the trip; bring money for food. 9022.4161 F
4:30-10:30pm
$5
10/7
1 eve
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The Teen Center is the place to be if you’re in 7th - 12th Grade!
ALEX FIORE THOUSAND OAKS TEEN CENTER 1375 East Janss Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 • Facility: (805) 494-5156 • Fax Number: (805) 494-3155 Center E-Mail Address: Teencenterprograms@crpd.org • www.thousandoaksteencenter.com or www.crpd.org/tnc
Free Pre-Permit Workshop for Parents & Teens National Teen Safe Driving Week
Information teens need to know before taking the wheel!
Tuesday, November 8 • 6:30-8:45pm THOUSAND OAKS TEEN CENTER 1375 E. Janss Rd., Thousand Oaks, Ca • Interactive Program Geared for Pre-Permit Drivers (14-15 years old) • Learn the steps necessary to obtain a permit and driver’s license • Useful tools, tips, & resources to help parents and teens during the learning-to-drive process and beyond
RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED SIGN UP TODAY at AAA.com/safety4teens. Info: (805) 494-5156
SPORTS DROP-IN SOCCER, Age 14-17 Come in and play indoor soccer for free! *
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7:00-9:00pm
NONE 9/5-12/19 Ongoing
BEGINNING BILLIARDS INSTRUCTION, Age 12-17 Pool cues provided. Enrollment: Max 8
9010.4161 Sa
BEGINNING FENCING CLUB, Age 12-17 Instruction in foil, epee, and sabre. Equipment provided. Coach: Phillip Hareff.
GIRLS YOGA, Age 13-17 Learn to focus by exploring body movements and controlled breathing. Gain muscle strength, flexibility, and self-confidence through core work and specific poses. Wear easy-to-move-in clothing; no mat required. No class 10/3. Enrollment: Max 10
9006.4161 F
6:00-7:00pm
Enrollment: Max 20 9007.4161 T 7:00-8:30pm
$55
$60
9/13-10/25 7 wks
Enrollment: Max 20 9008.4161 F 4:00-5:00pm
$55
9/16-10/28 7 wks
BOYS DODGEBALL, Age 12-14 Teams are formed and different games are played in our gym each week. Enrollment: Max 20
9009.4161 F
5:00-6:00pm
$55
9/16-10/28 7 wks
POOL TOURNAMENT, Age 12-17 Great prizes; free pizza and soda! Sign up each Friday before the tournament. *
F
7:00-10:00pm
$2
Ongoing
9:00am-12noon
$100 9/24-12/10 10 wks
JUST FOR GIRLS
9/16-10/28 7 wks
BOYS BASKETBALL, Age 12-15 Keep your basketball skills alive! Games are played and officiated using the scoreboard.
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SATURDAY MORNING MIDDLE SCHOOL GIRLS VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE, Age 11-14 Created for athletes looking for a challenge and the opportunity to refine skills. Current high school players serve as team coaches and referees; team shirts and awards provided. Week One serves as a clinic, evaluation, and scrimmage session. No league play 10/15, 11/26. Enrollment: Max 32
9011.4161 M
4:00-5:00pm
$55
9/12-10/24 6 wks
MAKEUP/HAIR DESIGN, Age 12-17 Cosmetic techniques, hair styling, color theory, and skin care. Makeup for everyday, formal events, and photography. Includes local field trip. $15 cash lab fee due first class. Instructor: Susan Cohen. Enrollment: Max 20 9012.4161 Th 7:00-9:00pm
$50
9/15-10/27 7 wks
SELF-DEFENSE WORKSHOP, Age 12-17 Emphasizes simple, effective self-defense techniques. Instruction provided by Newbury Park Martial Arts Academy. Enrollment: Max 10
9013.4161 Sa
12noon-1:00pm
$15
10/8
1 day
ALEX FIORE THOUSAND OAKS TEEN CENTER 1375 East Janss Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 • Facility: (805) 494-5156 • Fax Number: (805) 494-3155 Center E-Mail Address: Teencenterprograms@crpd.org • www.thousandoaksteencenter.com or www.crpd.org/tnc
THE ARTS BASIC DRAWING/MULTIMEDIA, Age 12-17 Learn elements of drawing and composition; draw with confidence and accuracy. $15 cash lab fee due first class. Instructor: Juliette Chayet-Cole, award-winning local artist. Enrollment: Max 10 9014.4161 T
4:00-5:00pm
$60
9/10 – Back to School Dance • 10/22 – Halloween Dance
9/13-10/25 7 wks
DRAMA CLUB, Age 12-17 Explore theatrical experiences including improv, scene study, and vocal development. No class 10/12. Enrollment: Max 15
9015.4161 W
4:00-5:30pm
$60
9/14-11/2 7 wks
ANIME-STYLE DRAWING, Age 12-17 Learn to draw animestyle characters, basic cartooning, and custom characters. Includes tips on materials from pencils to framing. $10 cash lab fee due first class. Instructor: Denielle Billings. No class 10/12. Enrollment: Max 12 9016.4161 W 7:00-8:30pm
$60
9/14-11/2 7 wks
MUSIC/DANCE GUITAR I, Age 12-17 Learn tuning, chromatic scale, basic music reading, left/right hand technique, open chords, introduction to bar chords, and basic blues. Acoustic and electric guitars welcome. Enrollment: Max 8
9017.4161 Th
4:00-5:00pm
$60
9/15-10/27 7 wks
HIP HOP DANCE I, Age 12-17 Tons of fun and energy; develop skills and techniques. Enrollment: Max 15 9018.4161 F
4:30-5:30pm
$55
Saturdays 7:00-10:00pm $10 admission
For Conejo Valley 7th & 8th grade middle school teens only! School I.D. Required Dress Code Enforced Info: (805) 494-5156
YOUTH OUTREACH This multipurpose community social service program is jointly sponsored by the Conejo Recreation and Park District and the Conejo Valley Unified School District. By design, outreach workers seek out and address the needs of non-involved and hard-to-reach youths. Duties include life skills programs, community referral service, recreational programming, and crisis intervention. Outreach staff may be contacted at the Thousand Oaks Teen Center at (805) 494-5156.
9/16-10/28 7 wks
MUSIC STUDIO, Age 12-17
COMPUTER SCIENCE YOU BUILD IT; YOU KEEP IT, Age 12-17 Hands-on experience building your own computer along with learning the parts and what they do. When completed, you take the computer home. Donated computer components provided; no experience necessary. Enrollment: Max 6
9019.4161 Th
4:30-6:00pm
$65
9/15-10/27 7 wks
GAMEMAKING, Age 12-17 Learn the basics for creating simple computer games with Gamemaker. Enrollment: Max 9
9020.4161 F
4:00-5:00pm
$60
9/16-10/28 7 wks
LAN PARTY, Age 12-17 Put your gaming skills to the test playing the greatest games on the market! Enrollment: Max 9
9021.4161 F
5:00-6:00pm
$60
9/16-10/28 7 wks
Dan Nalbandian – dnalbandian@crpd.org Elizabeth Sorensen – esorensen@crpd.org Pete Martinez – pete@crpd.org
E-WASTE DAY Teen Center Electronics Recycling Fundraiser SATURDAY, September 10 • 10:00am-2:00pm Bring your TV’s (25” limit), computers (desktop & laptop), iPods, cell phones, stereos, etc. Unfortunately, we won’t be accepting appliances. Thousand Oaks Teen Center 1375 E. Janss Rd., Thousand Oaks
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Spare your parents! Reserve space for jamming, up to four hours at a time. It’s absolutely free! Reservations: (805) 494-5156. Guitars & Pianos Available