Litchfield Park Recreation Center Activity Guide - Spring '24 - '25

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Activity Registration

REGISTER ONLINE

Visit apm activecommunities com/litchfieldpark

Search Activity name. You will need to register or log into your account to complete registration.

REGISTER OVER THE PHONE

Call 623-935-9040 and have credit card information ready.

REGISTER IN PERSON

Stop by the Rec Center during our hours of operation! Our front desk staff are happy to help make your registration quick & easy. We accept cash, checks, and credit cards at the Rec Center.

CREDIT CARDS

We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover

Annual Registration Fee

A mandatory $25 annual registration fee is required to participate in recreation and aquatic classes, lessons, camps, leagues, and programs. This per household annual fee is valid for one year from the date of purchase and required at the time of registration Once purchased all household members are eligible for enrollment Annual registration fees are nonrefundable

Refund Policy

Except as otherwise stated, refunds or credits will not be issued after payment has been made for an activity, class, league or program.

Exceptions include:

• If a program or class is cancelled by the City of Litchfield Park

If a participant is injured, ill, or has a medical condition preventing them from participating Written documention from a medical provider must accompany the refund request

Refund requests outside of the stated exceptions may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Refunds are made at the discretion of the Community & Recreation Services Director and are not guarenteed. A $10 administrative fee will be deducted from all approved refund requests.

The Request for Refund form can be obtained at the front desk or online at litchfieldpark.gov/241.

Residency

Welcome to the Litchfield Park Recreation Center! You do not need to live in our city to register for our recreation programs, but it is important for us to know if you live in within our city limits Why? People who live or own property within the boundaries of our city are eligible for special discounted rates

There are many people who live in Litchfield Park that are not city residents They live in county islands that surround the City of Litchfield Park but remain outside of our city boundaries If have a Litchfield Park mailing address but do not pay for city services or vote in city elections, then you live in a county island and are considered a non-resident.

If you are not sure whether you are a resident, please check your property tax bill or call us at 623-935-9040 for assistance You can also check your residency status by viewing the current Map of City Limits

Acceptable forms of proof of residence or property ownership include:

• driver’s license

• federal, state or tribal ID Card with a current address listed

• lease agreement

• mortgage statement

• utility bill or utility account viewed online

• current car registration

• voter ID card issued within the past year

• property verification via the County Assessor

Military Discount

Active-duty US military personnel, their spouses, and their dependents (living in the same household) qualify for our discounted resident rates on memberships, rentals, and programs offered by the Community and Recreation Services Department. To receive the resident rates, you must present your valid active-duty United States Armed Forces ID card in person at the Recreation Center Our staff will attach the discount to your household account Discounts do not apply to third party activity providers

Weather Policy

AQUATICS - In the event an Aquatics class is cancelled due to inclement weather, one make-up lesson will be offered per session Details will be emailed to affected participants

YOUTH SPORTS - In the event games are cancelled due to inclement weather, no make-up games will be scheduled. Practices may be rescheduled at the coach’s discretion.

SPECIAL EVENTS - Events are typically held rain or shine. If an event is cancelled or postponed due to inclement weather, updates will be posted to our website and social media accounts. Affected participants or ticket holders will receive direct communications

Hours of Operation Pass Fees & Admission

Office/Weight Room/Courts

Monday - Friday

Saturday Sunday Pool

JANUARY 1 - MAY 24

8am - 8pm 9am - 12pm CLOSED CLOSED

MAY 25 - JULY 12

Office/Weight Room/Courts Monday - Friday Saturday Sunday Pool - Open Swim

Monday - Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday

5:30am - 9pm 10am - 7pm 1pm - 7pm

12pm - 4:30pm / 7pm - 9pm 12pm - 9pm 10am - 7pm 1pm - 7pm

Memorial Day, Juneteenth & Independence Day pool hours are 10am - 5pm

JULY 13 - AUGUST 4

Office/Weight Room/Courts

Monday - Friday

Saturday

Sunday Pool - Open Swim

Monday - Thursday Friday

Saturday

Sunday 8am - 9pm 10am - 7pm 1pm - 7pm 12pm - 4:30pm / 7pm - 9pm 12pm - 9pm 10am - 7pm 1pm - 7pm

AUGUST 5 - SEPTEMBER 2

Office/Weight Room/Courts

Monday - Friday

Pool - Open Swim

- Friday

8am - 9pm 10am - 7pm 1pm - 7pm 3pm - 9pm 10am - 7pm 1pm - 7pm Labor Day pool hours are 10am - 5pm

SEPTEMBER 3 - DECEMBER 31

Office/Weight Room/Courts

Monday - Friday Saturday Sunday Pool 8am - 8pm 9am - 12pm CLOSED CLOSED

Lap Swim

Two lap lanes are offered during open swim hours. From August 8 - September 5, one lap lane will be available Monday - Wednesday during the open swim hours unless reserved for programming Lanes are first come, first served

WHAT IS INCLUDED WITH PASSES AND ADMISSION?

• Fitness & weight equipment

• Designated open tennis & basketball courts

• Open Swim (during summer months)

Refunds are not available for facility passes except for a medical condition Documentation is required Refunds are not available for periods of inactivity or non-usage

Non-Resident

Park & Facility Rentals

Looking for a place to hold your next family function, meeting, or celebration? The parks located throughout the City of Litchfield Park are the perfect venue for a baby shower, neighborhood get-together, birthday party, or business group interested in hosting an outdoor celebration! For more information, please visit litchfieldpark.gov/150.

Book your rental today by calling 623-935-9040, emailing Pat McCoy at pmccoy@litchfieldpark.gov, or inquire online by scanning the QR code Prices below are for private parties and business, company parties, or sporting events will be $30 per hour Have additional questions? Give us a call!

Pool Rentals

Book your next pool rental with us! Pool rentals are available from Memorial Day - Labor Day during open swim times or after hours Rental pricing is dependent on time of rental and the number of attendees (swimmers and non-swimmers). Call 623-935-9040, email Samantha Tellez at stellez@litchfieldpark.gov or inquire online by scanning the QR Code!

Number of Attendees

Open Swim Rate After Hours Rate

Litchfield Lagartos Summer Swim Team

Registration for the 2024 Lagartos Summer Swim Team will begin on Monday, April 15, 2024 and end on Friday, June 14 The Lagartos swim team is a summer recreational team with swim coaches dedicated to participants learning all four strokes (backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly, and freestyle), building endurance and swimming skills in a fun, low stress, and safe environment! Participants will make new friends and be introduced to the competitive swimming world all while improving their swimming skills. Lagartos is designed for children 4 - 18 years of age. In person registration only.

R = Resident NR = Non-Resident

FEES

First child

Second child

Third child

Group 4 - 8 9 - 10 11 -12 13 - 18

$70R / $80NR

$60R / $70NR

$55R / $65NR

$50R / $60NR

SWIM TEAM REQUIREMENTS

Participants must be able to swim one lap of the pool (25 yards) unassisted. The age group the participant will swim in is determined by their age on June 1, 2024 due to league regulations.*

*Swim-up Policy: If a participant between the ages of 9 - 14 has participated in any swimming team/club outside of the MarWest League from August 1, 2023 thru May 1, 2024, the participant must compete one age group higher due to league restrictions.

SWIM MEETS

AFTER SCHOOL PRACTICE SCHEDULE

13 - 23

- Thursday

13 - 23

13 - 23 May 13 - 23

REGULAR SEASON PRACTICE SCHEDULE

Practice Days Monday - Thursday Monday - Thursday Monday - Thursday Monday - Thursday Monday - Thursday Monday - Thursday

Lagartos Swim Clinics

($13R/$15NR)

May 28 - July 11 May 28 - July 11 May 28 - July 11 May 28 - July 11 May 28 - July 11 May 28 - July 11 Time 4:30pm - 5pm 5pm - 5:45pm 5:45pm - 6:30pm 6:30pm - 7:15pm

Swim meets are scheduled for Friday evenings to compete against participating MarWest league teams at both home (Litchfield Park Recreation Center) and away (participating teams) pools Additional information about the season can be found in the registration packets

Lagartos Coaches will run skill-specific clinics to fine tune participants’ swimming skills Maximum of 40 participants per clinic R = Resident NR = Non-Resident

JUNE SWIM CLINICS

Registration opens April 15, 2024

4 - 18 4 - 18 4 - 18 9 - 18 Time 9am - 9:45am 8:15am - 9am 7:30am - 8:15am 6:45am - 7:30am 6am - 6:45am 6am - 6:45am

Time

8:30am - 9:30am 8:30am - 9:30am 8:30am - 9:30am 8:30am - 9:30am

Youth Group Lessons

($38R/$46NR)

Youth group lessons are held for two consecutive weeks, Monday - Thursday for 30 minute lessons Recommended for children 6 - 14 years old The Litchfield Park Rec Center is streamlining its registration process for youth group lessons! When registering for swim lessons all you need to do is choose the session date and time that works best for your schedule For in depth swim level descriptions, go to litchfieldpark gov/160

LPRC Instructors are American Red Cross certified and will conduct a quick 10 minute skills assessment on the first day of class to evaluate your child’s swimming skills. From there your child will be placed in the appropriate class, along with other similarly skilled children. All classes will maintain a 1 instructor to 8-10 participants ratio and will be 30 minutes in length. Maximum of 32 participants per session time. R = Resident NR = Non-Resident

JUNE & JULY SESSIONS

Registration opens April 15, 2024

Time 10am - 10:30am 10:35am - 11:05am 11:10am - 11:40am 5pm - 5:30pm 5:35pm - 6:05pm 6:10pm - 6:40pm

Session 1 June 3 - 13 8359 8360 8361 8362 8363 8364

Session 2 June 17 - 27 8365 8366 8367 8368 8369 8370

Preschool Aquatics Group Lessons

($38R/$46NR)

Session 3 July 1 - 11 8371 8372 8373 8374 8375 8376

Session 4 July 15 - 25 8377 8378 8379 8380 8381 8382

Intended for preschool aged children (3 - 6 years old) who are being introduced to water and are ready for the first stages of swimming This class introduces basic aquatic skills: being comfortable in the water, developing positive attitudes and effective habits to be safe in and around the water, blowing bubbles, back floats, front and back glides, learning good kicks, and arm movements Lessons are held for two consecutive weeks, Monday - Thursday

LPRC Instructors are American Red Cross certified, will maintain a 1 instructor to 8 participants ratio, and lessons will be 30 minutes in length Maximum of 8 participants per session time. R = Resident NR = Non-Resident

JUNE & JULY SESSIONS

Registration opens April 15, 2024

Time 10am - 10:30am 10:35am - 11:05am 11:10am - 11:40am 5pm - 5:30pm 5:35pm - 6:05pm 6:10pm - 6:40pm

Session 1 June 3 - 13 8383 8384 8385 8386 8387 8388

Session 2 June 17 - 27 8389 8390 8391 8392 8393 8394

Session 3 July 1 - 11 8395 8396 8397 8398 8399 8400

Session 4 July 15 - 25 8401 8402 8403 8404 8405 8406

Learn to Swim Facility

Parent-Tot Swim Lessons

($20R/$24NR)

The foundation of Parent-Tot is for participants to gain a set of basic skills that help prepare infants and young children to become comfortable in the water so they are willing and ready to learn to swim. This class also provides parents with information and techniques to create safer aquatic environments for their children. A parent or guardian must be in the water with their child at all times and a swim diaper must be worn if not potty-trained. Maximum of 8 participants per session time. R = Resident NR = Non-Resident

JUNE & JULY SESSIONS

Registration opens April 15, 2024

Time

10am - 10:35am 5:00pm - 5:30pm

Elite Swim Lessons

($43R/$52NR)

Session 1A June 3 - 6 8407 8408

Session 1B June 10 - 13 8409 8410

Session 2AJune 17 - 21 8411 8412

Session 2B

June 24 - 27 8413 8414

Elite lessons will get you ready for safe swimming this season in no time! This set of lessons are exclusive one-on-one swim lessons focused on improving your child’s swimming skills. One session includes four (4) 20-minute lessons. Ages 3 and older. . Maximum of 2-3 participants per session time. R = Resident NR = Non-Resident

SATURDAY SESSIONS

Registration opens April 15, 2024

Time

10am - 10:20am

10:25am - 10:45am

10:50am - 11:10am

11:15am - 11:35am

11:40am - 12pm

Session 1

Saturdays June 8 - 29

8416/8417/8418

8419/8420/8421

8422/8423/8424

8425/8426/8427

8428/8429/8430

Session 4

Time

5pm - 5:20pm 5:25pm - 5:45pm 5:50pm - 6:10pm

6:15pm - 6:35pm

6:40pm - 7pm

Session 2

Saturdays July 6 - 27

8431/8432/8433

8434/8435/8436

8437/8438/8439

8440/8441/8442

8443/8444/8445

AUGUST SESSIONS

Registration opens April 15, 2024

Session 5

M/W Aug 5 - 14 T/Th Aug 6 - 15

8461/8462

8463/8464

8465/8466

8467/8468

8469/8470

8471/8472

8473/8474

8475/8476

8477/8478

8479/8480

Private Swim Lessons

Session 6

M/W Aug 19 - 28

8481/8482

8483/8484

8485/8486

8487/8488

8489/8490

Session 3

8446/8447/8448

8449/8450/8451

8452/8453/8454

8455/8456/8457

8458/8459/8460

Saturdays Aug 3 - 24 T/Th Aug 20 - 29

Session 7

8491/8492

8493/8494

8495/8496

8497/8498

8499/8500

Private lessons are for children and adults who desire one-on-one instruction to learn how to swim and further develop swimming skills Private lessons can be scheduled when the pool is open to the public (Memorial Day - Labor Day). If you are interested in scheduling a private lesson, scan the QR Code now! Private lessons are subject to instructor availability. R = Resident NR = Non-Resident

PRIVATE LESSON PRICING

$11R / $13NR

$21R / $26NR

$32R / $38NR

$42R / $51NR

30 minute private $16R / $18NR

45 minute private $24R / $27NR

60 minute private $32R / $36NR

*Maximum of 3 participants, price/participant shown above

($38R/$46NR)

This an introduction course to basic aquatic lifesaving and first aid for minors seeking to learn more about becoming a Lifeguard. The program provides guidance, challenges, and activities to participants between the ages of 10 to 15 who are interested in furthering their experience in lifeguarding. No certification earned in this class.

JULY SESSION

Registration opens April 15, 2024

M - F

StarGuard

Lifeguard Class

15 - 19

Water Aerobics

($40R/$50NR)

The benefits of water aerobics are endless! Not only is it a fun way to accomplish a great workout; exercising in the water, unlike land aerobics, reduces the stress on the joints, especially ankles, knees and hips. You can look forward to receiving a full body workout; improving your strength and cardiovascular endurance, as well as your flexibility and balance Ages 16+ R = Resident NR = Non-Resident

JUNE - AUGUST SESSIONS

Registration opens April 15, 2024 Drop-in rate: $6

22 - 26

Participants who pass the class will receive a lifeguard certification through StarGuard Elite and a CPR for the professional rescuer certification through the American Safety and Health Institute. ages 15+. class minimum 4; max 10

No refunds will be issues if participants fail the prerequisit testing

SPRING 2024 LIFEGUARD CLASSES

Registration opens January 2, 2024

March 11-13

March 13-15

March 22 - 24

8am - 5pm 8am - 12pm 1pm - 5pm 8am - 5pm 5pm - 8pm 8am - 5pm 11am - 8pm 5pm - 8pm 8am - 5pm 11am - 8pm Time 8am - 10am 8am - 10am

Water Safety Instructor Course

($200R/$240NR)

Designed for ages 16 and older The Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certification course is a brand new offering that will train WSI candidates to teach swim lessons and presentations in the American Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety Program, how to conduct training sessions/lessons, and how to evaluate participants progress. R = Resident NR = Non-Resident

2024 WSI CLASS

Registration opens January 2, 2024

Activity Number 8315

- F April 5 - 7 Dates April 12 - 21

5pm - 8pm 8am - 5pm

- 8pm

Time 7pm - 7:45pm 7pm - 7:45pm 7pm - 7:45pm

Dive-In Movie Night

Cool off on a hot summer night floating in the pool or relaxing poolside while watching movies We will be offering families two movies this summer ADMISSION: $6 per person or a valid membership pass. Children 3 years and under are $2 each. MOVIE: Trolls Band Together

DATE: Saturday, May 25

TIME: 7:30pm - 9pm, doors open at 7pm

MOVIE: Ratatouille

DATE: Saturday, August 24

TIME: 7:30pm - 9pm, doors open at 7pm

TEEN Night

We are having a teens only night for ages 13 to 18 MOVIE: Barbie

DATE: Saturday, June 15

TIME: 7:30pm - 9pm, doors open at 7pm

ADMISSION: $6 per teen.

Preschool Program

Students that are enrolling in ABC Explorers must be 4 years of age on August 1, 2024 but do not turn 5 before January 1, 2025. Adventures in Learning students must be 3.5 or 4 years of age on August 1, 2024.

Overview

Our preschool program provides many opportunities for children to discover and learn while exploring the world around them We offer a progressive theme-based curriculum including story time, art, creative social play, music/movement, small and large motor skills as well as alpha numeric concepts in a sensitive and safe learning environment. Our preschool program offers low student to teacher ratios so that each child will have the opportunity for individual attention We conveniently offer morning and afternoon classes Classes start in August 2024 and are ongoing through May 2025

Registration

August enrollees must schedule a tour with the teacher, remit 50% of their August tuition plus the $40 materials fee, which are non-refundable. All August balances are due by July 15. Monthly tuition is due by the 15th of the month. If tuition remains unpaid on the 16th a $15 late fee will be assessed. Online registration is not available for this program. Enrollment approval from the preschool teacher is required. We accept new enrollments any time during the school year providing there is space availability.

Class Sizes

Adventures in Learning Maximum 19

ABC Explorers Maximum 19

Adventures in Learning for 3.5 and 4 years of age

The children will learn through activity exploration They will increase fine and gross motor skills, develop positive feelings, and establish new friendships This program is an opportunity for your child to grow socially, emotionally, physically, and explore concepts in their “first” learning environment R = Resident NR = Non-Resident

AM CLASS

TIME 8am - 11am

DAYS Tuesday and Thursday

FEES

$180R / $225NR

CLASS FEES $40 one-time materials fee

FIRST DAY Tuesday, August 6, 2024

ABC Explorers for 4 and 5 years of age, entering kindergarten in 2025

The children will develop fine and gross motor skills, we will focus on introducing levels of Phonemic awareness, numbers, science, art, writing, music, creative movement, and the alphabet

R = Resident NR = Non-Resident

AM CLASS

TIME 8am - 11am

DAYS Monday, Wednesday, and Friday

CFEES

$212R / 265NR

CLASS FEES $40 one-time materials fee

FIRST DAY Monday, August 5, 2024

PM CLASS

TIME 11:45am - 2:45pm

DAYS Monday, Wednesday, and Friday

FEES $212R / 265NR

CLASS FEES $40 one-time materials fee

FIRST DAY Monday, August 5, 2024

Tennis lessons will focus on stroke development including forehand, backhand, serve volley, and overhead through rally play, and live ball drills Hand-eye coordination, footwork, teamwork, cooperation, score-keeping, and rules will also be incorporated

Note: In case of rain, Coach Amanda will notify all participants of the makeup class day.

Classes held at the Litchfield Park Recreation Center tennis courts.

R = Resident NR = Non-Resident

SUMMER SESSIONS

Registration opens April 15, 2024

Dates

June 4 - 27

June 4 - 27

June 4 - 27

August 14 - 30

August 14 - 30

August 14 - 30

FALL SESSIONS

Registration opens on July 8, 2024

September 4 - 20

September 4 - 20

September 4 - 20

October 2 - 18 October 2 - 18 October 2 - 18 November 6 - 22 November 6 - 22

6 - 22

WINTER SESSIONS

Time

7am - 8am

8am - 9am

9am - 10am

6pm - 7pm

7pm - 8pm

8pm - 9pm

6pm - 7pm 7pm - 8pm

8pm - 9pm

6pm - 7pm 7pm - 8pm

8pm - 9pm 6pm - 7pm

7pm - 8pm 8pm - 9pm

Registration opens on September 30 , 2024

December 4 - 20

December 4 - 20

December 4 - 20

January 15 - 31

January 15 - 31

January 15 - 31

February 5 - 21

February 5 - 21

February 5 - 21

SPRING SESSIONS

6pm - 7pm

7pm - 8pm

8pm - 9pm

6pm - 7pm

7pm - 8pm 8pm - 9pm 6pm - 7pm 7pm - 8pm 8pm - 9pm

Registration opens on January 6, 2025

March 5 - 21 March 5 - 21

March 5 - 21

April 2 - 18

April 2 - 18

April 2 - 18

May 7 - 23

May 7 - 23

May 7 - 23

Fees

$90R / $113NR

$90R / $113NR

$90R / $113NR

$72R / $88NR

$72R / $88NR

$72R / $88NR

$72R / $88NR

$72R / $88NR

$72R / $88NR

$72R / $88NR

$72R / $88NR

$72R / $88NR

$72R / $88NR

$72R / $88NR

$72R / $88NR

$72R / $88NR

$72R / $88NR

$72R / $88NR

$72R / $88NR

$72R / $88NR

$72R / $88NR

$72R / $88NR

$72R / $88NR

$72R / $88NR

6pm - 7pm

7pm - 8pm

8pm - 9pm 6pm - 7pm

7pm - 8pm

8pm - 9pm

6pm - 7pm

7pm - 8pm 8pm - 9pm

$72R / $88NR

$72R / $88NR

$72R / $88NR

$72R / $88NR

$72R / $88NR

$72R / $88NR

$72R / $88NR

$72R / $88NR

$72R / $88NR

Challenger Soccer Camp

Players will learn the Challenger way, featuring an appbased platform which will help players prepare before camp, efficiently during camp, and help them continue their education and skill development with camp homework and on-going virtual training throughout their season Held at Staggs Park, 300 S Old Litchfield Rd, Litchfield Park.

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SESSION 1

Camp

Tiny Tykes Lions Half Day

($40R/$50NR)

Ages 2 - 4 5 - 14

Time 8am - 8:45am 9am - 12pm

Dates

June 3 - 7 June 3 - 7

Youth Tee Ball

($77R/$97NR)

The co-ed youth tee ball league is for children between the ages of 3 and 6. This league will play games on Saturdays only Each team will hold one practice during the week that will be scheduled by the volunteer head coach Coaches will contact participants within 1 week following the Coaches Meeting. The City of Litchfield Park does not assign practices for teams. All practices and games will be held outdoors. R = Resident NR = NonResident

FALL SEASON

Registration July 8 - August 19, 2024

Division Preschool

This is a co-ed basketball skills clinic for kids . Kids who participate in this clinic will develop the skills needed to successfully play in our basketball league. Ages 4 to 7. R = Resident NR = Non-Resident

JUNE & JULY SESSIONS

Registration opens April 17, 2024

Activity Number 8524 8525

Tee Ball Clinic

($40R/$50NR)

Adult Cornhole Tournament Basketball Clinic

Kindergarten Coaches Meeting First Game Last Game

WINTER SEASON

Registration September 30 - November 12, 2024

Dates June 10-14 July 8-12

The co-ed tee ball skills clinic is for kids ages 3 to 6 Kids will develop the skills needed to successfully play in our Fall Tee Ball league. Parent involvement is highly encouraged. Clinics will be located at Jackie Robinson Ball Field. No Class June 19 R = Resident NR = Non-Resident

JUNE & JULY SESSIONS

Registration opens April 17, 2024

Activity Number 8526 8527

Time 8am - 9am 8am - 9am Time 9am - 10:00am 9am - 10:00am

Dates June 17-21 July 15-19

Division Preschool Kindergarten Coaches Meeting First Game Last Game

December 5 January 4 February 15

This is a one day 32 team co-ed adult tournament. Participants must be 18+ years old. It will be held on Saturday November 16, 2024 We will have outside vendors for drinks and food Cost per team is $50 Register in person or email the team roster form to the sports department

Youth Coach Pitch

($77R/$97NR)

The co-ed youth coach pitch baseball league is for children ages 7 and 8. The volunteer coach will schedule one practice day a week; either Monday or Wednesday One game a week that will be played on Tuesdays and Thursdays depending on schedule

R = Resident NR = Non-Resident

Activity Number 8348

SEASON INFO

Registration June 3 - July 22, 2024

Coaches Meeting Practices & Games First Game Last Game

August 3

Jackie Robinson Ball Field

September 3

October 17

Youth Soccer

($77R/$97NR)

The co-ed youth soccer league is for children 4 thru 14. This league will play games on Saturdays only. Each team will hold one practice during the week that will be scheduled by the volun teer head coach Coaches will contact participants within 1 week following the Coaches Meeting.The City of Litchfield Park does not assign practices for teams. All practices and games will be held outdoors.

R = Resident NR = Non-Resident

SPRING SEASON

Registration January 6 - February 18, 2025

Youth Flag Football

($77R/$97NR)

The co-ed youth flag football league is for children between the ages of 6 and 10 This league will play games on Saturdays only Each team will hold one practice during the week that will be scheduled by the volunteer head coach Coaches will contact participants within 1 week following the Coaches Meeting. The City of Litchfield Park does not assign practices for teams. All practices and games will be held outdoors.

R = Resident NR = Non-Resident

FALL SEASON

Registration July 8 - August 19, 2024

Division Pee Wee

SPRING SEASON

Registration January 6 - February 18, 2025

Division Pee Wee Junior Coaches Meeting

Our Commitment to Quality

The City of Litchfield Park has been awarded the Better Sports for Kids Quality Program Provider designation This designation is a seal of commitment to quality based on nationally accepted standards. The City of Litchfield Park has undergone a rigorous review process and has shown a commitment to a safe, quality youth sports environment for the families we serve For more information about the designation, visit nays org/quality

Youth Basketball Leagues

($77R/$97NR)

Beginners Edge Sports Training

Beginners Edge Sports Training program offers 6-week sessions of sports-specific training

SESSION 1

The co-ed youth basketball leagues are for children between the ages of 4 and 14. This league will play games on Saturdays only. Each team will hold one practice during the week that will be scheduled by the volunteer head coach. Coaches will contact participants within 1 week following the Coaches Meeting. The City of Litchfield Park does not assign practices for teams. All practices will be held outdoors.

R = Resident NR = Non-Resident

FALL SEASON

Registration July 8 - August 19, 2024

Registration September 30 - November 12, 2024 April 5 - May 18, 2025 February 22- March 30, 2025 January 11 - February 16, 2025

WINTER SEASON

SPRING SEASON

Registration January 6 - February 18, 2025

Sport Soccer

Soccer

3-Sport

3-Sport

Pickleball

Pickleball

Pickleball

4-Sport

Basketball

4-Sport

Basketball

SESSION 2

3-Sport

Soccer

3-Sport

Soccer

Pickleball

Pickleball

Pickleball

4-Sport

Basketball

4-Sport

Basketball

3-Sport

Soccer

3-Sport

Soccer

Pickleball

Pickleball

Pickleball

4-Sport

Basketball

4-Sport Basketball

SESSION 3

- 9:45am 9:50am - 10:35am 10:40am - 11:25am 11:30am - 12:15pm 9:00am - 9:45am 10:00am - 10:45am 11:00am - 11:45am 9:00am - 9:45am 9:50am - 10:35am

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2:40pm - 3:25pm 3:30pm - 4:15pm 9:00am - 9:45am 10:00am - 10:45am 11:00am - 11:45am 9:00am - 9:45am 9:50am - 10:35am 10:40am - 11:25am 11:30am - 12:15pm 1:00pm - 1:45pm 1:50pm - 2:35pm 2:40pm - 3:25pm 3:30pm - 4:15pm 9:00am - 9:45am 10:00am - 10:45am 11:00am - 11:45am 9:00am - 9:45am 9:50am - 10:35am 10:40am - 11:25am 11:30am - 12:15pm

Save the dates for our signature events!

RETROBYTE

October 5, 2024

Wigwam Front Lawn

FALL FESTIVAL OF ARTS

November 2 & 3, 2024 Center of Town

TOUCH-A-TRUCK

November 16, 2024

Litchfield Elementary South Parking Lot

CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK

December 14, 2024 Center of Town

LITCHFIELD PARK GATHERING

January 11 & 12, 2025 Center of Town

TROUT FISHING DERBY

January 25, 2025 Tierra Verde Lake

FRIENDS OF THE REC RUN

February 22, 2025

Start/Finish Line on Old Litchfield Rd.

SPRING ART & WINE FESTIVAL

March 1 & 2, 2025 Center of Town

MOVIES IN THE PARK

Movies at the Jackie Robinson Field @ Dusk

Sept. 28, 2024

Oct. 12, 2024

Oct. 26, 2024

Feb. 22, 2025

Mar. 8, 2025

Mar 22, 2025

ARTS IN THE PARK CONCERTS

Monthly concerts on the Wigwam Front Lawn

Nov 10, 2024 (3-5pm) Feb 2, 2025 (3-5pm) Dec. 15, 2024 (3-5pm) Mar. 16, 2025 (3-5pm)

Jan. 19, 2025 (3-5pm) Apr. 4, 2025 (6-8pm)

For details and updates visit litchfieldpark.gov or call 623-935-9040.

The programs and services provided by our Community and Recreation Services Department are a strong component of the high quality of life that our community members enjoy. We recognize that businesses and organizations greatly contribute to our community’s quality of life. Whether it is through employment opportunities, positive economic impact, or charitable endeavors, community partners make a difference in Litchfield Park Our goal is to foster lasting relationships with our partners

Please help us to continue to provide the programs and services that our community appreciates and expects from the City of Litchfield Park In return, we will provide you with unique ways to market your business or organization and to directly reach your target audience all year long We offer a variety of opportunities to meet your needs and budget Examples include: advertising in our quarterly Cityline newsletter, hanging a banner at our pool or one of our sports fields, and sponsoring an area or activity at one of our community or special events.

If you are interested in partnering with our Community and Recreation Services Department, please submit an inquiry through our website at litchfieldpark gov or contact us at 623-935-9040

COMMUNITY & RECREATION SERVICES

VISION STATEMENT

Engage community through quality programs and activities to promote healthy lifestyles while sustaining Litchfield Park’s unique heritage and community values.

Rec Center Facility Policies

• All patrons utilize the Rec Center facilities and participate in activities at their own risk.

• Children 9 and under must be supervised by a parent or guardian at all times, unless the child is participating in a supervised recreation program. Please see the Front Desk for specific policies regarding weight room and pool use by minors.

• Patrons must wear appropriate attire at all times. Clothing that is offensive, suggestive or overly revealing is not allowed. Shoes and shirts are required at all times, except while in the pool area. Proper swim attire is required in order to swim in the pool. Anyone in violation of the dress code will be asked to change clothes or leave the facility.

• Use of cameras, cell phone cameras, and video cameras are prohibited in all bathrooms and changing rooms. Any photography must be approved by management.

• Smoking devices, tobacco, drugs, alcohol, and weapons are prohibited while using the Rec Center facilities.

• Animals are prohibited unless they are registered service animals accompanying persons with disabilities or special needs.

• Please be aware of and follow all posted rules and guidelines.

Code of Conduct

The City of Litchfield Park expects reasonable and appropriate behavior from those who visit and use the facilities and participate in activities. The Community and Recreation Services Department has established a code of conduct to ensure safety and enjoyment and reserves the right to deny admission and/or take disciplinary action against any individual violating the code of conduct. A violation includes, but is not limited to, the use of obscene language or gestures, disorderly conduct, theft, use of alcohol, drugs, or tobacco products, sexual misconduct, indecency, harassment, failure to cooperate with staff, possession of weapons of any kind, non-compliance with established policies and rules, an unlawful activity and any other behavior deemed offensive or unacceptable. Staff will enforce this code of conduct.

The City of Litchfield Park does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, color, religion, natural origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other status protected by law.

The Community and Recreation Services Department is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities and we are happy to discuss any special accommodations or adaptations necessary for participation. Please contact the Rec Center at 623-935-9040 prior to the registration deadline for assistance requests or inquiries

We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information in this guide Information is subject to change

COMMUNITY & RECREATION SERVICES STAFF

Community and Recreation Services Director Tricia Kramer tkramer@litchfieldpark gov

Aquatics Coordinator Georgia Cox gcox@litchfieldpark.gov

Preschool Director & Teacher Seye White swhite@litchfieldpark.gov

Sports Coordinator Pat McCoy pmccoy@litchfieldpark.gov

Special Events Coordinator Samantha Plascencia splascencia@litchfieldpark gov

Sports Assistant Brittney Martinez bmartinez@litchfieldpark gov

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