Winter-Spring 2018 Play Guide

PLAY! Your Parks & Recreation Guide *NEW*

SUPERHERO PARTY p. 29

*NEW*

PRINCESS POWER p. 31

HOOP IT UP BASKETBALL p. 35 *NEW* ADULT

VOLLEYBALL p. 37

LIFEGUARD TRAINING p. 40

DECEMBER 2017 - APRIL 2018

CRREC.ORG

WELCOME

CEDAR RAPIDS PARKS &

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RECREATION Welcome to the Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation Play! guide. Inside you’ll find great programs that will keep you busy from December through April.

Activities.................................................. 27-31 School Break Camps, Preschooler, Youth, Family, Adult, Boomer, Guitar, Dance, Fitness, Self-Defense

Northwest Recreation Center........................ 32 Special Populations....................................... 33 Sports...................................................... 34-37

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Softball, Baseball, Blastball, Basketball, Football, Kickball, Soccer, Tennis, Track, Volleyball

Golf............................................................... 37 Swimming................................................ 38-44 Parks/Services/Registration...................... 45-47 Greenhouse, Dog Parks, Winter Sports, Trails, Rentals

SKI TRIP p. 28

BELLY DANCE p. 30

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PINOCHLE p. 32

Photos by Brett Smith

FOOTBALL p. 35

VOLLEYBALL p. 37

KAYAK PRACTICE p. 38

ACTIVE CHOICE Choose A High Activity Program

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SCHOOL BREAK

CAMPS

Winter Break

Spring Break

AMERICAN GIRL HOLIDAY PARTY

AMERICAN GIRL CAMP

ZOMBIE SURVIVAL

(6-12 yrs.)

Explore the different holiday traditions of the American Girls by playing games, baking holiday foods and engaging in historical pastimes.

(6-12 yrs.)

It’s an American girl party every day at Ushers Ferry! The time periods and lives of American girls throughout history will be explored each day. Discover

(8-12 yrs.)

Hone your survival skills and use 19th century know-how to prepare for 21st century disaster! You’ll learn to build a shelter, find your way in the wilderness,

what each girl did for fun, what crafts she created, what goodies she made and ate, and what was happening in her world. Bring your doll!

live off the land and assemble the necessary tools to survive any situation.

Test your survival skills with a water gun war of humans vs. zombies.

6-8 years #314106-01 M 3/12 9-10:30am #314106-02 Tu 3/13 9-10:30am #314106-03 W 3/14 9-10:30am #314106-04 Th 3/15 9-10:30am $14 (R $13)/day Ushers Ferry

#314101-01 M-Th 3/12-3/15 1-4pm $104 (R $96) includes shirt Ushers Ferry

6-8 years #314706-01 W 12/27 1-2:30pm $14 (R $13) Ushers Ferry 9-12 years #314706-02 W 12/27 1-4pm $27 (R $23) Ushers Ferry

FOOD, FIRE & FUN (6-12 yrs.)

Banish the winter blahs with food, fire and fun! Learn how important fire was to the pioneers when you use it for heat, cooking and light. Build a fire in the wood burning stove and cook a treat, then make your own candles.

6-8 years #314705-01 F 12/29 1-2:30pm $14 (R $13) Ushers Ferry 9-12 years #314705-02 F 12/29 1-4pm $27 (R $23) Ushers Ferry

WINTER PIONEER DAY CAMP (6-12 yrs.)

Explore the wonders of an early 1900’s winter. Learn how to cook on a woodstove, make your own toys, and try your hand at all sorts of chores from hauling wood and water to mending socks, making quilts and using your imagination to make your own fun.

#314106-05 M-Th 3/12-3/15 9-10:30am $55 (R $48) Ushers Ferry 9-12 years #314106-06 M-Th 3/12-3/15 9am-12pm $100 (R $92) Ushers Ferry

SPRING SAMPLER (6-8 yrs.)

Get a taste of our Huckleberry Finn and Zombie Summer Adventure Camps.

Sign up for one or for both.

Huckleberry Finn #314108-01 M 3/12 9-10:30am $14 (R $13) Ushers Ferry Zombie #314108-03 W 3/14 9-10:30am $14 (R $13) Ushers Ferry Huckleberry Finn & Zombie #314108-05 M/W 3/12, 3/14 9-10:30am $26.50 (R $24.50) Ushers Ferry

6-8 years #314105-01 Th 12/28 1-2:30pm $14 (R $13) Ushers Ferry

LAR!

POPU

Sports Camps *NEW* SCHOOL BREAK CITY HOOPERS CAMP (7-10 yrs.)

Get out of the house and into the gym during school break in this fun camp.

Learn basketball fundamentals and expand your skills with different drills and games each day.

Winter Break - Register by 12/18 #311314-01 W-F 12/27-12/29 10am-12pm $39 (R $32) includes shirt NW Rec Spring Break - Register by 3/2 #311314-02 M-F 3/12-3/16 10am-12pm $58 (R $50) includes shirt NW Rec

*NEW* SCHOOL BREAK SPORTS & MORE CAMP (6-10 yrs.)

This fun camp “mixes it up” with learning different sports and incorporating a variety of related arts, crafts and science activities.

Winter Break - Register by 12/18 #311303-01 W-F 12/27-12/29 8:30-11:30am $37 (R $30) includes shirt NW Rec

9-12 years #314105-02 Th 12/28 1-4pm $27 (R $23) Ushers Ferry

Spring Break - Register by 3/2 #311303-02 M-F 3/12-3/16 8:30-11:30am $58 (R $50) includes shirt NW Rec

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ACTIVITIES

Toddler and Preschooler

Hosted by

Macaroni Kid Cedar Rapids and

Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation

a*NEW* CRAFT & STORY TIME

(2-5 yrs. with Adult) Does your little one get disappointed because the “big” kids get to have all the fun? Take them to Ushers Ferry for their very own adventure with a story, craft and music. #314704-01 Tu 3/13 10:45-11:30am #314704-02 Th 3/15 10:45-11:30am $7 (R $6) Ushers Ferry #314704-03 Tu/Th 3/13, 3/15 10:45-11:30am $12 (R $11) Ushers Ferry

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IT’S A MESS!

(2-4 yrs. with Adult) Get messy and explore textures and mediums that you might not normally experience at home. Wear your play clothes and get messy! #310104-01 M #310104-02 M #310104-03 M $37 (R $30)

PLAY, MUSIC AND FUN

(1-3 yrs. with Adult) Learn fun songs and finger plays with your child. Introduce them to simple rhythm instruments in a fun group setting. This is a high-energy class with concentration on motor skill activities. #310102-01 W #310102-02 W #310102-03 W $37 (R $30)

1/10-2/14 9:30-10:15am 2/28-4/4* 9:30-10:15am 4/11-5/16 9:30-10:15am NW Rec *No class 3/14

There will be lots of FREE activities for the kids: • Treats (Bring your stockings to fill!)

• Bounce House • Santa!!!

• Candy Cane Hunt • Cookie Decorating Vote for your favorite snowman built by local businesses. The winning snowman receives the Frosty Award of the year and an advertising package worth $500 from Macaroni Kid Cedar Rapids. Anyone who votes will be entered to win prizes just in time for Christmas!

THINK SAFE CHILD CARE

MOVERS AND SHAKERS

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Northwest Recreation Center

Shop for unique gifts while the kids play! Join us for the 7th Annual Macaroni Kid Family Fun Day and Xmas Expo - Frosty style!

Youth

1/8-2/12 9:30-10:15am 2/26-4/2* 9:30-10:15am 4/9-5/14 9:30-10:15am NW Rec *No class 3/12

1/10-2/14 10:15-11am 2/28-4/4* 10:15-11am 4/11-5/16 10:15-11am NW Rec *No class 3/14

1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Volunteers are needed!

Contact Angie Cole, a.cole@cedar-rapids.org or 319-286-5734.

(3-5 yrs.) Must be age 3 by start date.

Get the wiggles out! Enjoy creative movement with themed music, rhythmic movement and gross motor skill activities. Wear loose-fitting clothing. Must be able to separate from parent. Parents may observe the last class. #310401-01 W #310401-02 W #310401-03 W $37 (R $30)

Saturday, December 9

(8-16 yrs.)

Become a super sitter in this interactive three-hour course! Learn about child development, infant and child care, behavior management, basic first aid, interviewing and marketing. You’ll receive a babysitting care packet and manual. A snack will be provided. #310404-01 M 1/8 #310404-02 Su 2/11 #310404-03 M 3/5 #310404-04 Su 4/8 $37 (R $30) NW Rec

3:30-6:30pm 12-3pm 3:30-6:30pm 12-3pm

HOME SCHOOL DAY (5+ yrs.)

Spend half a day in the school house studying and learning like country school students would have in 1910.

Bring a sack lunch to eat on the grounds, then take a tour of the entire village with an Ushers Ferry guide. Call 319-286-5763 for more information. #314602-01 Th 4/19 9:30 am-1:30pm $9.75 (R $8.75) Ushers Ferry

MIDDLE SCHOOL/HIGH SCHOOL SKI TRIP TO SUNDOWN (10-17 yrs.)

This trip is for experienced and novice skiers is on a Cedar Rapids Community School District inservice day. Register early to reserve your spot! Register by 1/5. Phone and online registration are not available. Mail registration is accepted only with a completed ski trip form.

Tu 1/16 10am-9pm Depart/Return: Ambroz Parking Lot #302701-01 $75 (R $67)

with ski equipment rental #302701-02 $65 (R $57)

without ski equipment rental #302701-03 $75 (R $67)

with snow board rental

Family

a*NEW* CARD PARTY

(10+ yrs.)

Enjoy a genteel, old-fashioned afternoon card party! Learn a little about card playing “back in the day” as well as card games that were popular around the turn-of-the-century. Have tea or coffee with your friends. #314701-01 Sa 3/10 1-2pm $9 (R $8) Ushers Ferry

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ACTIVITIES

(4-10 yrs. with Parent) Enjoy a magical evening for dads and daughters and/or mothers and sons.

Put on formal attire for a special sitdown dinner and dance. #302801-01 $62 (R $54) parent + 1 child #302802-01 $39 (R $32) additional child F 2/9 6:30-8:30pm Ushers Ferry Lodge

aGRANDPARENTS’ TEA

(2-12 yrs. with Grandparent) Have a grand time with Grandma and Grandpa at this special tea for children and their grandparents. Enjoy tea at the Schulze Cottage. Share stories, make a craft and play games. #314708-01 Adult $15 (R $14) #314708-02 Child (2-12 yrs.) $8 (R $7) Su 2/10 2-3pm Ushers Ferry

aOLD-FASHIONED EASTER EGGS

(2+ yrs. with Parent) Celebrate spring and help the Easter bunny! Decorate your own Easter eggs with natural dyes and other fun techniques. After the work is done, play games and enjoy other old time Easter fun. #314803-01 Sa 3/10 10-11am $10 (R $9) /child Ushers Ferry

*NEW* SUPERHERO PARTY! (2+ yrs.)

Superheroes assemble! Come dressed as your favorite superhero. Defeat the winter blues with superhero games, feats of strength and super snacks.

Create your very own superhero mask. #314714-01 Child $15 (R $14) #314714-02 Accompanying Adult $2 Sa 2/24 1-2pm Ushers Ferry Lodge

Adult DRAWING FOR BEGINNERS WITH DAVE STAUFFER (18+ yrs.)

So you’ve always wanted to draw but didn’t think you could. This class is for those who think they can’t draw a straight line. Learn to draw with Dave. #303109-01 Tu 1/9-2/13 6-8pm #303109-02 Tu 2/27-4/3 6-8pm #303109-03 Tu 4/10-5/15 6-8pm $45 (R $38) NW Rec

ONCE UPON A TEATIME: FROZEN WINTER PRINCESS TEA (2+ yrs.)

Hey princesses! It’s time for a tea party with all your favorite fairy tale BFF’s!

Anna, Elsa, Merida, Belle, Snow, Ariel, Jasmine and others will help us decorate our winter wonderland. Can you guess whose table you’ll sit at? Dress in your princess best and join us for music, games, food & fun! #314709-01 Child $15 (R $14) #314710-01 Accompanying Adult $2 Sa 1/27 1-2pm Ushers Ferry Lodge

BIG BRUSH WATERCOLOR WITH DAVE STAUFFER

Guitar Classes Guitars are available for use at Northwest Recreation if needed.

INTRO TO GUITAR (9+ yrs.)

Have you ever wanted to learn to play guitar? Ken Arnell will teach you the basics and have you playing in two lessons. Get ready for hours of fun.

9-15 years #318301-01 M 1/8-2/12 5:30-6:30pm $78 (R $70) NW Rec 16+ years #318301-02 M 1/8-2/12 6:30-7:30pm $78 (R $70) NW Rec

GUITAR II (9+ yrs.)

Continue to improve your skills and learn more great songs in this advanced guitar class. Completion of Intro to Guitar is recommended before taking this class. #318302-01 M 1/8-2/12 7:30-8:30pm $78 (R $70) NW Rec

(50+ yrs.)

Develop a new hobby! Absolutely no experience is needed for this class.

Basic watercolor techniques will be taught in a relaxed and fun manner.

You’ll receive a small supply list the first day of class. #303107-01 Tu 1/9-2/13 1:30-3:30pm #303107-02 Tu 2/27-4/3 1:30-3:30pm #303107-03 Tu 4/10-5/15 1:30-3:30pm $45 (R $38) NW Rec

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Dance

ACTIVITIES

*NEW* BASIC BALLROOM FOR SOCIAL DANCERS (18+ yrs.)

Get off your chair and join the other people on the dance floor! Learn two of the following dance categories (determined by class participants): swing, rumba, waltz, foxtrot, two-step.

A partner is preferred. #305117-01 M 1/8-2/12 #305117-02 M 2/26-4/2* #305117-03 M 4/9-5/14 $50 (R $43) / person *No class 3/12

MEDITATION & GUIDED a*NEW* IMAGERY

Fitness

6-7pm 6-7pm 6-7pm NW Rec

FUN BASICS BELLY DANCE (18+ yrs.)

Learn the most popular movements and step combinations used in modern belly dance. In addition to captivating movements and isolations, you will learn some of the history and origins of this art form and about the culture that brought it to this country.

It is important to become proficient at this level before going on to the intermediate level. SanDee will help you decide when you’re ready. You may continue taking this class along with the next level. #305204-01 M 1/8-2/12 7-8pm #305204-02 M 2/26-4/2* 7-8pm #305204-03 M 4/9-5/14 7-8pm $50 (R $43) NW Rec *No class 3/12

KARATE (6+ yrs.)

Improve yourself with the traditional Okinawan martial art of Ryukyu Kempo. Gain confidence and selfdiscipline, learn self-defense and improve your physical health.

6-11 years #318108-01 Tu/Th 1/2-1/30 #318108-02 Tu/Th 2/1-2/27 #318108-03 Tu/Th 3/1-3/29 #318108-04 Tu/Th 4/3-4/26 $63 (R $55) NW Rec

6-7pm 6-7pm 6-7pm 6-7pm

12+ years #318109-01 Th 1/4-1/25 7-8pm #318109-02 Th 2/1-2/22 7-8pm #318109-03 Th 3/1-3/29 7-8pm #318109-04 Th 4/5-4/26 7-8pm $34 (R $27) NW Rec

aMEDITATION

(16+ yrs.)

Whether you are new to meditation or have been practicing for years, this class is for you! Learn new types of meditation and imagery that are simple to learn, don’t require a large time commitment and are easy to incorporate into your day. #318125-01 Sa 2/10 $12 (R $11) NW Rec

9:30-11am

INTERMEDIATE BELLY DANCE PERFORMERS (18+ yrs.)

Do you like to perform and have the basics under your “belt?” This class will focus on performing in costume (veils, finger cymballs, props). Learn stage direction, group choreography, costuming, make-up and how to perform with personality and charm. Costumes are needed for perfomances.

At least two sessions of Fun Basics and pre-approval by SanDee are required to register for this class. You may sign up for both classes. Performing is encouraged, not mandatory. #305205-01 M 1/8-2/12 8-9pm #305205-02 M 2/26-4/2* 8-9pm #305205-03 M 4/9-5/14 8-9pm $50 (R $43) NW Rec *No class 3/12

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(16+ yrs.)

Learn and practice imagery techniques to help with health conditions and for meditation. Explore color, objects and nature images to use in your daily life. #318126-01 Sa 2/17 $12 (R $11) NW Rec

9:30-11am

a*NEW* HEAD & NECK MASSAGE (16+ yrs.)

Learn to give and receive an easy massage and techniques to use on yourself. Focus will be on the parts of the body that carry a great deal of tension and stress - head, neck, face, shoulders. Bring lotion or cream if you’d like (no oils). #318122-01 Sa 2/24 $12 (R $11) NW Rec

9:30-11am

*NEW* REFLEXOLOGY a (16+ yrs.)

Maintain your good health by treating common ailments like headache, stiff neck and indigestion using reflex points. Reflexology, a widely accepted alternative healing practice, uses reflex points in the feet, hands and ears. #318120-01 Sa 3/3 $12 (R $11) NW Rec

9:30-11am

ACTIVITIES

a*NEW* STRESS BUSTER

(16+ yrs.)

Reduce your stress with this great package deal: • Meditation • Meditation & Guided Imagery • Head & Neck Massage • Reflexology PLUS a free Gentle Yoga class! #318121-01 Sa 2/10-3/3 9:30-11am Plus FREE yoga class (Choose your time. See schedule below.) $41 (R $34) NW Rec

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GENTLE YOGA

(16+ yrs.)

Escape from the pressures of life the healthy way. Use breathing exercises and movement to relax and improve wellness. This class will make you stronger, more flexible and balanced, both in body and mind. #318110-01 W #318110-02 W #318110-03 W #318110-04 W #318110-05 W $41 (R $34)

12/6-12/27 1/3-1/31 2/7-2/28 3/7-3/28 4/4-4/25 NW Rec

5:30-6:30pm 5:30-6:30pm 5:30-6:30pm 5:30-6:30pm 5:30-6:30pm

*NEW* ZUMBA (16+ yrs.)

Get ready for a fun, exhilarating workout! Zumba is a Latin/world dance exercise class designed for all levels of fitness - no dance experience needed.

Rhythms include African, belly dance, bhangra, Caribbean, cha cha, salsa, merengue and reggaeton. #318117-01 M #318117-02 M #318117-03 M #318117-04 M $41 (R $34)

1/8-1/29 2/5-2/26 3/5-3/26 4/2-4/30 NW Rec

6:30-7:30pm 6:30-7:30pm 6:30-7:30pm 6:30-7:30pm

Self-Defense for Women CLASSES TAUGHT BY FURY UNLACED www.FuryUnlaced.com *NEW* PRINCESS POWER (9-12 yrs.)

This course is an introduction to the concepts of body language, bullying, protecting personal information on social media, dating safety and the importance of physical fitness to your personal security. #318201-01 Sa #318201-02 Sa #318201-03 F $27 (R $20)

1/20 12:30-2:30pm 2/17 12:30-2:30pm 3/16 4-6pm NW Rec

*NEW* MISS INDEPENDENT (13-15 yrs.)

With the increasing independence young women gain in their teen years, it is important that they learn the four stages of personal security. This course will help them develop awareness to keep themselves safe. #318202-01 Sa #318202-02 Sa #318202-03 F $32 (R $25)

1/20 3-5:30pm 2/17 3-5:30pm 3/16 6:30-9pm NW Rec

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*NEW* COLLEGE BOUND (16-19 yrs.)

Specifically designed for collegebound women, this course instills awareness of the four stages of personal security and includes warning signs of an abuser, avoiding date rape and how to make safe choices. #318203-01 Sa 3/17 12:30-3:30pm $37 (R $30) NW Rec

*NEW* WOMEN’S DEFENSE & EMPOWERMENT WORKSHOP (20+ yrs.)

This three-hour course, designed by women for women, will introduce you to key topics and basic defense and escape techniques. Through situational role-play, you will discover how to determine a threat level, strategize exit and/or defense plans, and be prepared to defend yourself as well as how to use defense/deterrent devices to maximize your force. #318200-01 Su #318200-02 Su #318200-03 Su $47 (R $40)

1/21 12:30-3:30pm 2/18 12:30-3:30pm 3/18 12:30-3:30pm NW Rec

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NORTHWEST HERE! RECREATION CENTER It Happens

1340 11th Street NW 319-286-5731

BUILDING & OPEN REC HOURS: (See holiday exceptions below)

Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Saturday 12:00 - 6:00 p.m.

RECREATION CENTER ADMISSION

Sunday 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Enjoy access to the game room (billiards, foosball, table tennis) and the gym (basketball, volleyball, etc.) when available.

Please note: Facility policy prohibits youth ages 6 and under from using the facility unless accompanied by an adult or in a program. An adult must accompany elementary/middle school students after 7:00 p.m.

Admission Pass: Patrons fill out a form that provides emergency information and has a parent’s consent signature for those under age 18. Complete the form at CRREC.org. Replacement cards are $2.

Admission Fee: $1 Youth, $2 Adult, $1 Senior (60+), or Punch Pass (See below.)

Drop-In Programs Drop-in/open gym schedules are online at CRYouthSports.com or at the Northwest Recreation Center.

NW REC PUNCH PASS $20 Enjoy the convenience of a punch pass! Each pass has 20 punches with a value of $1 each. They are valid for all Open Gyms and Drop-In Programs.

Nonrefundable.

ADULT PICKLEBALL (40+ yrs.)

Put together your own pickleball team on Wednesday and Friday mornings!

This fun paddle sport is for all skill levels, easy to learn and as competitive as you’d like. Please call ahead.

W, F 1/3-4/27 9-11am $1/morning or punch pass NW Rec

DROP-IN OPEN GYM/ GAME ROOM The gym and game area (billiards, foosball, table tennis) at Northwest Recreation are open for drop-ins during unscheduled gym times.

Adults (18+): $2/day or punch pass

M-F 8am-9pm

Sa 12-6pm

Su 12-4pm Seniors (60+): $1/day or pass

M-F 8am-9pm

Sa 12-6pm

Su 12-4pm Youth (6-17): $1/day or pass

M-F 3-7pm*

Sa 12-6pm

Su 12-4pm *Youth ages 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult after 7pm

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SILVER & GOLD CLUB

Drop by Northwest Recreation, 9:45 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday year-round for coffee, cards, bingo, and board games.

Bring a lunch or sign up for a meal from Horizons if you show up by 9:45 a.m.

Monday - Euchre Tuesday - Bingo & Board Games Wednesday - Double Deck Pinochle Friday - Double Deck Pinochle M, Tu, W, F Year-round 9:30am-2pm FREE

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*NEW* WALKING CLUB (50+ yrs.)

Drop by Northwest Recreation and walk indoors in the gym until the weather turns nice again.

M-F 1/2-4/30* 7:30-8:30am $1/morning or punch pass NW Rec *Closed 2/19

The center will be closed or have holiday hours on the following dates unless an event, program or rental has been arranged.

• November 23 (Thanksgiving Day) • November 24 (Thanksgiving Holiday) • December 24 (Christmas Eve) • December 25 (Christmas Day) • December 26 (Christmas Holiday) • February 19 (Presidents’ Day) • March 30 (Good Friday) • April 1 (Easter Sunday)

SPECIAL POPULATIONS The activities below are for those with disabilities. Friends, family members and the general public are also welcome. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to register for any program that Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation offers.

JORDAN CREEK MALL TRIP

Activities HOLIDAY DANCE (All Ages) Celebrate the holiday season with a dance! Put on your party hat and join friends old and new.

F 12/8 7-9pm $5/person Ushers Ferry Lodge

HOUSE ON THE ROCK CHRISTMAS TRIP (16+ yrs.)

See the House on the Rock transformed into a holiday wonderland.

The fee covers transportation and admission. Lunch is not included. #308703-01 Sa 12/23 8am-5pm $63 (R $55) Depart/Return: NW Rec

(16+ yrs.)

Shop ‘til you drop at over 160 stores.

The fee covers transportation only. #308706-01 Sa 2/10 8am-6pm $63 (R $55) Depart/Return: NW Rec

*NEW* POWER WHEELCHAIR SOCCER (5+ yrs.)

This sport was the first competitive sport adapted specifically for power wheelchairs. Two teams, each with four players, take turns attacking, defending and spin-kicking a 13-inch ball. Footguards are provided. #308510-01 M 3/26-5/14 6-7pm $41 (R $34) NW Rec

Sports AQUATICS (8+ yrs.)

Practices: Th, begin 2/15, 7:30-8:30pm Bender Pool

BOCCE (8+ yrs.)

Practices: M, begin 3/12, 6-7:30pm Bever Park State competition: 5/17

POWER LIFTING (14+ yrs.)

Practices: Sa, begin 1/6, 9-10am Anvil Gym, 707 Hawkeye Dr, Hiawatha State competition: Iowa City, 3/10

SIX PERSON SOCCER TEAM (8+ yrs.)

Practices: W, begin 3/14, 5:30-6:30pm Jones Park

ADA MODIFICATIONS

UNIFIED & INDIVIDUAL TENNIS

Reasonable modifications are made for those who meet the essential eligibility requirements for participation in recreational programs. If you need modifications, send a written request stating what you require at least two weeks prior to the program to: Angie Cole, Recreation Superintendent, City Services Center, 500 15th Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 Email: a.cole@cedar-rapids.org Questions: Contact Robert Wagner, 319-286-5799

(8+ yrs.)

Practices: W, begin 3/14, 7:30-8:30pm Westfield Tennis Club

TRACK & FIELD TIME TRIALS (8+ yrs.)

Practices: Sa, begin 3/3, 8-10am Perfect Game

BOOMER & BEYOND Boomer & Beyond Activities are for ages 50 and up. Big Brush Watercolor and Grandparents’ Tea are on page 29. Silver & Gold Club and Walking Club are on page 32. More adult & family programs, while not specific to seniors, are offered: • • • • •

Card Party p.28 Drawing and Pastels p.29 Drawing for Beginners p.29 Guitar II p.29 Basic Ballroom Dance p.30

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Belly Dance p.30 Meditation p.30 Massage p.30 Reflexology p.30 Stress Buster p.31

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Gentle Yoga p.31 Zumba p.31 Pickleball p.32 Water Exercise p.39 Aquatherapy p.39

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Adult Spring/Summer Softball Leagues Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation will offer spring and summer adult softball leagues starting in April 2018. Adult Softball information will be available in early March 2018 on our softball website: CRYouthSports.com For more information about Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation Adult Softball programs, contact Mike K. O’Neill at 319-286-5743.

Blastball/Baseball/ Softball/T-Ball INDOOR BLASTBALL (3-4 yrs. with Adult) Must be age 3 by 1/20 and not turn age 5 by 2/17.

Learn baseball basics in this game for beginners. Parents partner with their child to practice skills and play the game. No gloves needed. A foam bat and ball will be used.

Register by 1/9.

SPORTS

BASEBALL, SOFTBALL & T-BALL TRAINING DAYS

(4-12 yrs.) Must be age 4 by start date.

Spring training is here! Work on all aspects of the game in these one-day instructional camps that will improve your hitting, throwing, fielding and running skills. Register for one day or for all three. Registration ends one week before each camp.

Baseball - 6-10 years #311101-01 W 3/28 6:30-7:30pm $9 (R $8) NW Rec #311101-02 F 4/20 6:30-7:30pm $9 (R $8) Noelridge #311101-03 F 5/18 6:30-7:30pm $9 (R $8) Noelridge Softball - 7-12 years #311201-01 W 3/28 6:30-7:30pm $9 (R $8) NW Rec #311201-02 F 4/20 6:30-7:30pm $9 (R $8) Noelridge #311201-03 F 5/18 6:30-7:30pm $9 (R $8) Noelridge T-Ball - 4-6 years #311103-01 W 3/28 5:30-6:15pm $9 (R $8) NW Rec #311103-02 F 4/20 5:30-6:15pm $9 (R $8) Noelridge #311103-03 F 5/18 5:30-6:15pm $9 (R $8) Noelridge

#311104-02 Sa 1/20-2/17 8:30-9:15am $45 (R $38) includes cap/shirt NW Rec

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Basketball

ADULT BASKETBALL OPEN GYM (18+ yrs.)

Come shoot some hoops! The gym is open for adult basketball players only. More times and locations are at CRYouthSports.com.

Su year-round 8-10am $5/day or punch pass Location varies: Kennedy or Washington HS

ADULT GYM PUNCH PASS $30 Enjoy the convenience of a punch pass! Each pass has six punches with a value of $5 each.

Nonrefundable/nontransferable.

ADULT BASKETBALL (17+ yrs.)

Join this league for all skill sets with paid officials. Play one game per week on Sunday, Monday or Thursday.

Register for a specific team or ask to be placed on a random team.

Register by 1/11. #302202-01 Su/M/Th 7-10pm $69

1/25-3/8 NW Rec

GIRLS HOOP IT UP BASKETBALL

Football

(4-9 yrs.)

This all-female program teaches girls basketball fundamentals, teamwork and sportsmanship in a non-competitive atmosphere. Register by 1/9.

ADULT FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE

4-5 years #311313-01 F 1/19-3/2 5:30-6:15pm $49 (R $42) includes shirt NW Rec

#302105-01 Su 4/8-5/20 12-4pm $125/team Cleveland Park (+$15 cash/game/team for official)

If you have a CR Parks & Rec basketball jersey, register for an activity listed below:

YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL

6-7 years #311311-01 W/F 1/17-2/16 6:30-7:30pm $52 (R $45) jersey not included NW Rec 8-9 years #311312-01 Sa 1/20-3/3 11am-12pm $49 (R $42) jersey not included NW Rec If you DO NOT have a CR Parks & Rec basketball jersey, register for an activity listed below: 6-7 years #311311-02 W/F 1/17-2/16 6:30-7:30pm $66 (R $58) jersey included NW Rec 8-9 years #311312-02 Sa 1/20-3/3 11am-12pm $63 (R $55) jersey included NW Rec

PARENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR YOUTH SPORTS! Parent volunteer coaches are needed for each youth sport.

The Department will provide field supervisors to assist the parents coaching the teams. A handbook and training are provided. Parents may request to coach with ONE other parent. If you are interested, fill out the volunteer application online: CRYouthSports.com FOR MORE INFORMATION: E.MALLOY@CEDAR-RAPIDS.ORG

RAIN OUTS

HOTLINE 319-286-5700 or CRYouthSports.com

SPORTS

(18+ yrs.)

Put your team together for no-contact, 7-on-7 flag football with a five-game season plus a post-season tour Managers’ meeting: 4/5. Register by 3/28.

HOOP IT UP BASKETBALL (4-12 yrs.) Must be age 4 by start date.

Learn the fundamentals of basketball and play games. Register by 1/9.

4-5 years (45 minute practices or games) #311301-01 Sa 1/20-3/3 9-9:45am $49 (R $42) includes shirt Gibson #311301-03 W 1/17-2/28 5:30-6:15pm $49 (R $42) includes shirt NW Rec If you have a CR Parks & Rec basketball jersey, register for an activity listed below: 6-7 years (1 hour practices or games) #311302-01 M/F 1/22-2/26* 5:45-6:45pm $52 (R $45) jersey not included Gibson *No program 2/19 #311302-03 Tu/Th 1/23-2/22 5:30-6:30pm $52 (R $45) jersey not included NW Rec 8-9 years (1 hour practices or games) #311304-01 M/F 1/22-2/26* 6:50-7:50pm $52 (R $45) jersey not included Gibson *No program 2/19 10-12 years (1 hour practices or games) #311305-01 Sa 1/20-3/3 9:30-10:30am $49 (R $42) jersey not included NW Rec If you DO NOT have a CR Parks & Rec basketball jersey, register for an activity listed below: 6-7 years (1 hour practices or games) #311302-02 M/F 1/22-2/26* 5:45-6:45pm $66 (R $58) jersey included Gibson *No program 2/19 #311302-04 Tu/Th 1/23-2/22 5:30-6:30pm $66 (R $58) jersey included NW Rec 8-9 years (1 hour practices or games) #311304-02 M/F 1/22-2/26* 6:50-7:50pm $66 (R $58) jersey included Gibson *No program 2/19 10-12 years (1 hour practices or games) #311305-02 Sa 1/20-3/3 9:30-10:30am $63 (R $55) jersey included NW Rec

REGISTRATION INFORMATION: PAGE 47

(6-10 yrs.)

Learn football fundamentals in this fun, instructional, low-contact league with shirts, footballs, and flag belts.

One-hour practices/games. The first Saturday will be a practice. Meet at the pavilion. Register by 3/28.

6-7 years #311401-01 Tu/Sa 4/10-5/12

Tu: 5:30-6:30pm, Sa: 9-10am $58 (R $50) includes shirt Cleveland Park 8-10 years #311402-01 Tu/Sa 4/10-5/12 Tu: 6:40-7:40pm, Sa: 10:15-11:15am $58 (R $50) includes shirt Cleveland Park

FOOTBALL BUDDIES (4-5 yrs.) Must be age 4 by start date.

Learn the basics of throwing, catching, hand-offs, stances, offense, defense, and more in a fun, non-competitive atmosphere. Register by 3/28.

4 years with Adult #311404-01 Sa 4/14-5/12 9-9:45am $42 (R $35) Cleveland Park 5 years #311404-02 Sa 4/14-5/12 10-10:45am $42 (R $35) Cleveland Park

FOOTBALL SKILLS (6-10 yrs.)

Focus on fundamentals and perform different skills and drills each week.

No games. Register by 2/2.

6-7 years #311406-01 Sa 2/17-3/10 10-10:45am $24 (R $20) includes shirt Gibson 8-10 years #311406-02 Sa 2/17-3/10 11-11:45am $24 (R $20) includes shirt Gibson

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OUTDOOR SOCCER (4-10 yrs.) Must be age 4 by start date.

SPORTS

Learn the basics of soccer and play fun games in this instructional program. A schedule of games and times will be handed out the first day.

Register by 3/28.

4-5 years #311501-01 M 4/9-5/21 5:30-6:15pm $49 (R $42) includes shirt Van Vechten #311501-02 Th 4/12-5/24 5:30-6:15pm $49 (R $42) includes shirt Noelridge* *Horseshoe Pits off Golf Street

Kickball ADULT SNOW KICKBALL TOURNAMENT (17+ yrs.)

Play the game you enjoyed as a kid with an added twist - SNOW! Coed teams consist of 10-12 players with a ratio of 1 woman to 3 men per team. Standard softball rules apply. Managers’ meeting: 1/18. Register by 1/12.

6-7 years #311502-01 M/Th 4/9-5/10 6:30-7:30pm $58 (R $50) includes shirt Van Vechten #311502-02 M/Th 4/9-5/10 6:30-7:30pm $58 (R $50) includes shirt Noelridge* *Horseshoe Pits off Golf Street 8-10 years #311503-01 M/Th 4/9-5/10 5:30-6:30pm $58 (R $50) includes shirt Noelridge* *Horseshoe Pits off Golf Street

#302104-01 Sa 1/20 9am $109/team Noelridge

Tennis

YOUTH KICKBALL

YOUTH LESSONS These lessons emphasize specific skills and games for each age level using the USTA QuickStart format. Classes are coordinated by Westfield Tennis Club professionals for children ages 4-16. To register, call 319-286-5566.

Questions? Call 319-396-7060.

(6-11 yrs.)

Who doesn’t love kickball? Enjoy one night of kicking, running, throwing in this fun classic childhood game.

Register by 4/11.

6-8 years #311910-01 W 4/25 5:30-6:15pm $11 (R $10) includes shirt Van Vechten 9-11 years #311910-02 W 4/25 6:30-7:15pm $11 (R $10) includes shirt Van Vechten

LITTLE ACES TENNIS LESSONS (4-6 yrs.)

Soccer YOUTH INDOOR SOCCER SKILLS (4-10 yrs.) Must be age 4 by start date.

Build your soccer skills in this indoor practice program. Learn the basics and improve your skills with drills and mini games. No games will be played.

Register by 1/9.

4-5 years #311506-01 Sa 1/20-2/10 10-10:45am $24 (R $20) includes shirt Gibson 6-10 years #311507-01 Sa 1/20-2/10 11-11:45pm $42 (R $35) includes shirt Gibson

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#209101-07 M 11/27-12/18 4:15-5pm #209101-08 Sa 12/2-12/23 3:30-4:15pm #309101-01 M 1/8-1/29 4:15-5pm #309101-02 Sa 1/13-2/3 3:30-4:15pm #309101-03 M 2/5-2/26 4:15-5pm #309101-04 Sa 2/10-3/3 3:30-4:15pm #309101-05 M 3/5-3/26 4:15-5pm #309101-06 Sa 3/10-3/31 3:30-4:15pm #309101-07 M 4/2-4/23 4:15-5pm #309101-08 Sa 4/7-4/28 3:30-4:15pm #309101-09 M 4/30-5/21 4:15-5pm #309101-10 Sa 5/5-5/26 3:30-4:15pm $54 (R $47) Westfield Tennis Club, 3511 18th Ave. SW

WEATHER CANCELLATION

HOTLINE 319-286-5700 WWW.CRREC.ORG | PHONE: 319-286-5566

HOT SHOTS TENNIS LESSONS (7-11 yrs.)

#209102-08 M 11/27-12/18 5-6pm #209102-07 Sa 12/2-12/23 4:30-5:30pm #309102-01 M 1/8-1/29 5-6pm #309102-02 Sa 1/13-2/3 4:30-5:30pm #309102-03 M 2/5-2/26 5-6pm #309102-04 Sa 2/10-3/3 4:30-5:30pm #309102-05 M 3/5-3/26 5-6pm #309102-06 Sa 3/10-3/31 4:30-5:30pm #309102-07 M 4/2-4/23 5-6pm #309102-08 Sa 4/7-4/28 4:30-5:30pm #309102-09 M 4/30-5/21 5-6pm #309102-10 Sa 5/5-5/26 4:30-5:30pm $54 (R $47) Westfield Tennis Club, 3511 18th Ave. SW

FUTURE STARS TENNIS LESSONS (12-16 yrs.)

#209103-04 M 11/27-12/18 6-7pm #309103-01 M 1/8-1/29 6-7pm #309103-02 M 2/5-2/26 6-7pm #309103-03 M 3/5-3/26 6-7pm #309103-04 M 4/2-4/23 6-7pm #309103-05 M 4/30-5/21 6-7 pm $54 (R $47) Westfield Tennis Club, 3511 18th Ave. SW

BECOME A YOUTH SPORTS SPONSOR! Spotlight your business or organization while supporting our youth.

Your sponsorship enables our department to further its mission of championing and enriching the lives of our youth through active and healthy lifestyles.

Whether you are interested in an exclusive sponsorship opportunity as an expression of your company’s values or would like to sponsor your child’s team in order to raise the profile of your company – we have just the package for you. No matter which sponsorship package you choose, we promise you will receive the attention, recognition, and publicity that you deserve for your sponsorship.

FOR MORE INFORMATION: CONTACT LIZ MALLOY ATHLETICS COORDINATOR 319-286-5698 OR E.MALLOY@CEDAR-RAPIDS.ORG

Track FIELD GAMES

Watch, volunteer or participate in this USA Ultimate Sanctioned Tournament sponsored by Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation and the Iowa Hawkeye Ultimate Club. High school and collegiate womens and mens open divisions are offered.

For more information on how to participate, contact Liz Malloy at e.malloy @cedar-rapids.org or www.oldcapitolopen.com Sa-Su

3/24-3/25

*NEW* ADULT VOLLEYBALL

(4-6 yrs.)

This program promotes sportsmanship and running with movement including jumping, leaping, chasing and fleeing games like tag, red lightgreen light, and obstacle courses.

Register by 3/28.

(18+ yrs.)

Love volleyball? Join our co-ed league with 8 weeks of play followed by a tournament. Grab your friends and register as a team or sign up as an open player and be assigned to a team. Register by 1/2.

#311903-01 W 4/11-5/16 6-6:45pm $45 (R $38) includes shirt Cleveland Park

#302301-01 Team $170 #302301-02 Open Player $35 Tu 1/9-3/6 7-9pm NW Rec

YOUTH TRACK CLUB (7-12 yrs.)

Learn the proper techniques and training methods for track and field events. Register by 3/28. #311905-01 W/F 4/11-5/11 5:30-6:30pm $55 (R $48) includes shirt Wilson Track

Tuma Complex

SPORTS

OLD CAPITOL OPEN

Volleyball

JUNIOR VOLLEYBALL (8-13 yrs.)

Bump, set and spike your way to glory while learning the basics in fun and entertaining ways. Beginners as well as experienced players are welcome.

Register by 1/9.

Beginner: 8-10 years #311901-01 Sa 1/20-3/3 8:30-9:30am $52 (R $45) includes shirt NW Rec 10-13 years #311901-02 Sa 1/20-3/3 9:45-10:45am 52 (R $45) includes shirt NW Rec

Jones Clubhouse Open Year-round Golf Office

Outings

City Services Center

Thinking of organizing a golf outing in 2018? Want to have a quality golf course, excellent service, free advice and all at a value rate? Our professional staff can help make your event of 20 to 150 players a success. Contact Mark McMahon, PGA Professional at m.mcmahon@cedar-rapids.org.

500 15th Avenue SW 319-286-5588

Golf Course Closings/Openings

PlayCedarRapidsGolf.com

Gifts for the holidays are offered at the clubhouse. Choose from a variety of golf merchandise, gift cards or season passes.

Call our golf professionals for expert advice at 319-286-5581 or check the website for winter hours:

Courses will begin closing in early November. The courses close for the season when weather conditions are no longer conducive to golfing. All course openings and closings will be released to the newspaper and posted on our website:

Jones Clubhouse is open year-round for golf lessons, club fittings or hitting balls; and, NEW for 2018, you may play Foot Golf in the snow! A cross-country ski trail is available on the course, too.

Jones Holiday/Winter Hours NOV-DEC 23: MON-SAT, 9AM-5PM SNOWMOBILES ARE NOT ALLOWED ON CITY GOLF COURSES OR PARKS

REGISTRATION INFORMATION: PAGE 47

DEC 24-JAN 1: CLOSED JAN 2: 12-4:30PM JAN & FEB: MON-FRI, 9AM-4:30PM

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BENDER

INDOOR POOL 940 14th Avenue SE Cedar Rapids IA 52403 319-286-5790

Public Swims

ADULT 18+ SWIM Open swim for anyone age 18 or over.

The public swim schedule below is in effect 12/2/17 through 3/30/18.

M/W/F 1-3pm (No swim 12/25, 1/1)

It is subject to change and may vary around the holidays, during school inservice days, for special activities, maintenance needs and other events.

(All Ages) School’s Out! Enjoy an open swim at Bender Pool.

Tu Th Tu Th

Easter Sunday, April 1

1-4pm 1-4pm 1-4pm 1-4pm

$5 or pass $5 or pass $5 or pass $5 or pass

OPEN KAYAK/CANOE PRACTICE (10+ yrs.)

Practice your skills such as strokes and rolls in the controlled environment of Bender Pool in this drop-in program co-sponsored by Linn County Conservation. Experienced paddlers will be on hand to offer tips and suggestions. Bring your own equipment. (See CRREC.org for equipment requirements.) No registration required.

OPEN SWIM (All Ages) Large inflatables will be in the pool on the first and third Friday of each month. The deep end is open the remaining Fridays. Food is not allowed.

Water toys, noodles, tubes, etc. are allowed crowd permitting.

F 3:30-7:30pm Su 1-4pm

(No swim 12/24, 4/1) $5 or pass

LAP SWIM (15+ yrs.)

Take time for yourself and feel better after some laps. This is a good time for water walking. The baby pool will be closed, noodles will not be permitted.

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12/26 12/28 3/13 3/15

Su Su Su Su Su Su

11/19 12/17 1/14 1/28 2/11 2/25

4:30-6:30pm 4:30-6:30pm 4:30-6:30pm 4:30-6:30pm 4:30-6:30pm 4:30-6:30pm

$10 $10 $10 $10 $10 $10

KAYAK & CANOE CLINIC Learn the basics of kayaking or canoeing or just practice your skills. More information will be available online at CRREC.org in the spring.

Su

3/25

Bender Pool is equipped with a hydraulic chair and sloping steps in addition to traditional pool ladders.

HOLIDAY & SCHOOL BREAK SWIMS

Bender Pool will be closed for Christmas Eve, December 24 Christmas Day, December 25 New Year’s Day, January 1 Presidents’ Day, February 19

M/W/F 11am-12:45pm

(No swim 12/25, 1/1, 2/19) M/W 6:30-7:25pm

(No swim 12/25, 1/1, 2/19) Sa 7:30-8:45am*

7-8:15am - Starting 2/10-5/5 Su 11:15am-12:45pm

(No swim 12/24, 4/1) $4.75 or pass

$4.25 or pass

POOL ACCESSIBILITY

Bender Pool

WWW.CRREC.ORG | PHONE: 319-286-5566

LOCKER ROOMS Locker rooms are equipped with showers, hair dryers, electrical outlets, and baby changing tables. Bring your own padlock or rent one. (You will be required to leave your I.D. at the desk when you rent a lock. It will be returned when you return the lock.)

Personal locks must be removed daily.

Parks & Recreation is not responsible for locks or for lost or stolen items.

GENERAL RULES: • Children ages 5 and under must be supervised by an adult within arm’s length.

• Youth ages 6-10 must be supervised by an adult or responsible person at least age 14.

• Children’s swimsuits with permanent built-in floats are permitted but not recommended.

Lifejackets and suits with removable floats are not permitted.

• Actual swim attire is required.

Fibers from street clothing damage the pool filter. (Sorry, no basketball shorts.)

• Swim diapers are required for children who are not toilet trained. They are available from the pool cashier for $1.

Photo I.D. Season Passes • You must bring your card with you to enter the facility.

• Plastic photo I.D. cards will be reusable from one season to the next. Don’t throw them out, just renew them.

• Purchase passes through the Parks & Recreation Department at the NW Recreation Center, 1340 11th Street NW, or City Services Center, 500 15th Avenue SW. • Pass holders present cards for entry verification and then keep cards themselves while at the pool. The pool is not responsible for lost or stolen season passes.

• Pass may be revoked for pool rule infractions.

• Passes are nonrefundable and nontransferable.

CLASS MAXIMUMS When a class reaches the maximum of 30 people, participants who arrive after that may be asked to attend at another time.

WATER EXERCISE

AQUATHERAPY

(15+ yrs.)

Concentrate on stretching, strengthening, flexibility and range of motion exercises during an aerobic workout.

Drop-in program, preregistration is not required.

(15+ yrs.)

Exercise at your own pace in the comfort of warm water. Please make your own arrangements if you need assistance dressing or in the locker room. Anyone entering the water

M-F 12/2-3/31* 9-9:55am $5 or pass M/W 12/2-3/29* 5:30-6:25pm $5 or pass *No class 12/25, 1/1, 2/19

M/W/F 12/2-3/31* 10-10:55am $4 or pass *No class 12/25, 1/1, 2/19

SWIMMING

Valid Sept. 5, 2017 - May 18, 2018

Water Exercise

must pay.

BENDER POOL RENTALS Reserve the pool now for your party from December 1 through May 4. Large inflatables are also available for $50 per 2 hour block. Call 319-286-5566.

Payment is required at the time when the rental reservation is made.

Reservations must be made at least two weeks in advance of the date requested. Fees are non-refundable.

• Not all programs may be available even though the pass is valid.

PUNCH PASS This pass may be used by an individual, transferred to another person, or used by a family or group. No photo required. Pass expires on the 16th punch or May 18, 2018, whichever comes first. Purchase passes at NW Recreation Center or City Services Center (CSC). $68 Valid 9/5/17-5/18/18 Nonrefundable

INDIVIDUAL & SENIOR 60+ PASS May be used for water exercise, lap swims, open swims, adult swims and holiday swims.

Individual: $160 (R $150) Senior 60+: $135 (R $125) Valid 9/5/17-5/18/18 Nonrefundable, nontransferable

Rental Times: Friday from 8:00 - 10:00 p.m.

Saturday from 1:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Sunday from 4:30 - 9:00 p.m.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION: PAGE 47

Rental Fees: 1-30 people....... $160/2 hour block 31-60 people..... $180/2 hour block 61-90 people..... $200/2 hour block 91-120 people... $220/2 hour block

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LIFEGUARD REVIEW

SWIMMING

(15+ yrs.)

Has it been two years since you last took a lifeguarding class? Demonstrate your knowledge and skill competency with little or no review. (Current lifeguard certifications are required.) Successful completion of this class renews your lifeguard, first aid, CPR-P, and AED. Bring pocket mask, book, suit, and towel.

February Class (Register by 2/15) #304221-01 Sa 2/17 8am-8pm $93 (R $85) NW Rec/Bender March Class (Register by 3/8) #304221-02 Sa 3/10 8am-8pm $93 (R $85) NW Rec/Bender March Class (Register by 3/29) #304221-02 Sa 3/31 8am-8pm $93 (R $85) NW Rec/Bender

Lifeguard Classes AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD TRAINING (15+ yrs.)

Class begins at NW Rec. Successful completion results in certification as a lifeguard. Prerequisite skills test must be passed prior to the first day of class. Skills assessed will be 300 yd. continuous swim, timed 10 lb. brick retrieval, and 2 minutes treading water (no arms). Must be age 15 by the last day of class.

February Class (Register by 1/30) #304209-01 F-Su 2/2-2/4 $150 (R $140) NW Rec/Bender Pre-Test (Attend only one): Su 1/28 7-8pm Tu 1/30 7:30-8:30pm Class: F 2/2 5-10pm Sa 2/3 8am-9pm Su 2/4 8am-9pm March Class (Register by 3/13) #304209-02 F-Su 3/16-3/18 $150 (R $140) NW Rec/Bender Pre-Test (Attend only one): Su 3/11 7-8pm Tu 3/13 7:30-8:30pm Class: F 3/16 5-10pm Sa 3/17 8am-9pm Su 3/18 8am-9pm

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April Class (Register by 4/10) #304209-03 F-Su 4/13-4/15 $150 (R $140) NW Rec/Bender Pre-Test (Attend only one): Su 4/8 7-8pm Tu 4/10 7:30-8:30pm Class: F 4/13 5-10pm Sa 4/14 8am-9pm Su 4/15 8am-9pm May Class (Register by 5/7) #304209-04 Th-Su 5/10-5/13 $150 (R $140) NW Rec/Bender Pre-Test (Attend only one): Su 5/6 7-8pm Tu 5/8 7:30-8:30pm Class: Th 5/10 5-10pm F 5/11 3-10pm Sa 5/12 8am-9pm Su 5/13 8am-1pm

LIFEGUARD INSTRUCTOR - LGI (17+ yrs.)

Successful completion of this class results in certification to teach lifeguarding materials. Participants must be 17 years of age by the end of the class.

The course includes AED Essentials, Oxygen Administration and Preventing Disease Transmission. Bring your pocket mask, suit and towel.

January Class (Register by 1/8) #304211-01 F-Su 1/12-1/14 $210 (R $200) Aquatics Office/Bender Class: F 1/12 5-10pm Sa 1/13 8am-9pm Su 1/14 8am-9pm

WWW.CRREC.ORG | PHONE: 319-286-5566

April Class (Register by 4/19) #304221-03 Sa 4/21 8am-8pm $93 (R $85) NW Rec/Bender

WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR - WSI (16+ yrs.)

Successful completion of this class results in certification to teach all levels of swim lessons. Participants must attend all sessions and be 16 years of age by the end of the class.

February Class (Register by 2/5) #304212-01 F-Su 2/9-2/11 $170 (R $160) NW Rec/Bender Class: F 2/9 5-10pm Sa 2/10 8am-10pm Su 2/11 8am-9pm March Class (Register by 3/5) #304212-02 F-Su 3/9-3/11 $170 (R $160) NW Rec/Bender Class: F 3/9 5-10pm Sa 3/10 8am-10pm Su 3/11 8am-9pm April Class (Register by 4/23) #304212-03 F-Su 4/27-4/29 $170 (R $160) NW Rec/Bender Class: F 4/27 5-10pm Sa 4/28 8am-10pm Su 4/29 8am-9pm

Aquatic Programs ADULT LESSONS

#304215-01 M/W 1/8-1/24 7:30-8:20pm #304215-02 M/W 2/12-2/28* 7:30-8:20pm $41 (R $34) Bender *No class 2/19

TEEN/TWEEN GROUP LESSONS (11-14 yrs.)

It’s never too late to learn to swim!

This is the perfect class for kids ages 11-14 to learn basic swimming skills with others their own age. #304214-01 Sa 1/6-2/3 12-12:50pm $35 (R $28) Bender

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS (3+ yrs.)

Private (1 instructor/1 student) and semi-private (1 instructor/2 students of the same skill level) 30-minute lessons are available for kids or adults.

Call 286-5741 for day/time.

Private Lessons $41 (R $34)/lesson Semi-Private Lessons $46 (R $39)/lesson

Advanced registration is required.

Choose the session, then pick the level and time of the desired class.

Register using the corresponding number.

WITHDRAWALS, REFUNDS, TRANSFERS Withdrawals and transfers will be honored if they are made by 5pm the Wednesday before the first day of class. In all cases a $4 nonrefundable handling fee will be deducted from the refund. Once the Thursday before the first day of class arrives, refunds are not issued unless the program is cancelled by Parks & Recreation.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION See page 47 for registration information. On Friday before the session begins, limited registration may be available.

YOUTH SUPERVISION POLICY Children are supervised by staff during the scheduled class time only. Please make arrangements for your child before and after class.

CANCELLATIONS While every effort will be made, there are no guarantees that classes cancelled by Parks & Recreation will be made up. Make up times/days are subject to pool schedule.

SWIMMING

(15+ yrs.)

Wish you could swim better? This is the perfect opportunity for you to learn. Classes are for beginner level swimmers or those with minimal formal instruction.

SWIMMING LESSON INFORMATION

LOW/HIGH ENROLLMENT Classes not making the minimum enrollment may be cancelled. Maximums are not guaranteed.

AGE REQUIREMENT If your child turns the minimum age required within 30 days of the start of the program, they may be registered for that program unless an exception is noted otherwise.

HEALTH REQUIREMENT If your child is sick, he/she may not enter the water for two weeks after the last episode of diarrhea.

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SWIMMING

AMERICAN RED CROSS SWIMMING LESSONS PARENT/CHILD

a

PUDDLEJUMPERS

(Parent & Child 6 mos.-3 yrs.)

The purpose of this class is to expose the child to water adjustment skills.

Front kicking, underwater exploration, and entering and exiting the water will be covered. One parent per child.

SCHOOL AGE LEVELS Read each level carefully and compare the skills listed to those your child is currently able to perform. If you are certain that your child can complete the “TO PASS” skills, then register them for the next higher level if he/she is the appropriate age.

Note: In most cases, it will take a child more than one session of lessons to pass the level.

LEVEL 1 - INTRODUCTION TO WATER SKILLS (3-5 yrs.)

Must be age 3 by the first day of class.

Four year-olds who have passed a Level 1 class may go to Level 2 SKILLS INCLUDE: • • • •

Putting face/head under water Floating Blowing bubbles Gliding on front/back

TO PASS: • Enter independently, bob 5 times unassisted • Glide on front, roll to back and return to vertical (with support if needed) • Float on back

LEVEL 2 FUNDAMENTAL WATER SKILLS (5-10 yrs.)

Four year-olds may participate if they have passed Level 1 SKILLS INCLUDE: • • • •

Bobbing Floating unsupported Front/back glides Combined stroke unsupported

TO PASS: • Enter chest deep water, front float, roll to back float, return to vertical (Repeat starting with back float) • Swim using combined front stroke, roll to back and float 15 seconds, return to front and continue swimming LEVEL 3 STROKE DEVELOPMENT (5-10 yrs.) Must pass Level 2 SKILLS INCLUDE: • • • •

Front crawl stroke Rotary breathing Elementary backstroke Breast stroke/dolphin/scissors kicks • Treading • Sitting/kneeling dives TO PASS: • Jump into deep water, recover to surface, maintain position 1 minute by floating/treading, swim front crawl or elementary backstroke 25 yards, exit water • Swim front crawl 15 yards, change position and direction and swim elementary backstroke 15 yards, exit water

LEVEL 4 STROKE IMPROVEMENT (6-11 yrs.) Must pass Level 3 SKILLS INCLUDE: • Breast stroke • Side stroke • Back crawl • Butterfly • Dives from side • Open Turns TO PASS: • Perform feet-first entry into deep water, swim front crawl 25 yards, change direction and swim elementary backstroke 25 yards • Submerge and swim 3-5 body lengths under water • Swim breast stroke 15 yards, change direction and swim back crawl 15 yards LEVEL 5 - STROKE REFINEMENT (7-11 yrs.) Must pass Level 4 SKILLS INCLUDE: • Side stroke • Shallow dives • Flip turns • Survival float • Stroke refinement TO PASS: • Perform shallow dive into deep water, swim front crawl 50 yards, change direction and swim elementary backstroke 50 yards • Swim breast stroke 25 yards, change direction and swim back crawl 25 yards

IMPORTANT! If your child does not meet the age requirement, the computer will reject your registration and your child will not be enrolled. If your child turns the minimum age required within 30 days of the start of the program, he/she may register for that program. In this instance, you cannot register online. Call Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation, 319-286-5566.

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CEDAR RAPIDS PARKS & RECREATION SWIMMING LESSONS

“C” 1/2-2/3 “D” 2/5-3/10 (No class 2/19)

“E” 3/19-4/28 Weekday classes meet 9 or 10 times Weekday classes meet 9 or 10 times Weekday classes meet 12 times Saturday classes meet 5 times

Saturday classes meet 5 times

Saturday classes meet 6 times

C

D

E

Level

Days

Times

C Fee

C Res. Fee

D Fee

D Res. Fee

E Fee

E Res. Fee

X

X

304208-13

Puddlejumpers

Tu/Th

10-10:30am

X

X

X

X

$44

$37

304208-02

304208-08

304208-14

Puddlejumpers

Tu/Th

5:40-6:10pm

$38

$31

$38

$31

$44

$37

304208-03

304208-09

304208-15

Puddlejumpers

Tu/Th

6:50-7:20pm

$38

$31

$38

$31

$44

$37

X

304208-10

304208-16

Puddlejumpers

Sa

9:10-9:40am

X

X

$26

$22

$33

$26

304208-04

X

X

Puddlejumpers

Sa

9:35-10:05am

$26

$22

X

X

X

X

304208-05

X

X

Puddlejumpers

Sa

10:45-11:15am

$26

$22

X

X

X

X

X

304208-11

304208-17

Puddlejumpers

Sa

11:10-11:40am

X

X

$26

$22

$33

$26

304208-06

X

X

Puddlejumpers

Sa

11:20-11:50am

$26

$22

X

X

X

X

X

304208-12

304208-18

Puddlejumpers

Sa

11:50am-12:20pm

X

X

$26

$22

$33

$26

304201-01

304201-14

304201-28

Level 1

M/W

4:15-4:45pm

$35

$28

$35

$28

$44

$37

304201-02

304201-15

304201-29

Level 1

M/W

4:50-5:20pm

$35

$28

$35

$28

$44

$37

304201-04

304201-17

304201-31

Level 1

Tu/Th

4:30-5pm

$38

$31

$38

$31

$44

$37

304201-05

304201-18

304201-32

Level 1

Tu/Th

5:05-5:35pm

$38

$31

$38

$31

$44

$37

304201-06

304201-19

304201-33

Level 1

Tu/Th

5:40-6:10pm

$38

$31

$38

$31

$44

$37

304201-07

304201-20

304201-34

Level 1

Tu/Th

6:15-6:45pm

$38

$31

$38

$31

$44

$37

304201-08

304201-21

304201-35

Level 1

Tu/Th

6:50-7:20pm

$38

$31

$38

$31

$44

$37 $26

X

304201-22

304201-36

Level 1

Sa

8:30-9am

X

X

$26

$22

$33

304201-09

X

X

Level 1

Sa

9-9:30am

$26

$22

X

X

X

X

X

304201-23

304201-37

Level 1

Sa

9:10-9:40am

X

X

$26

$22

$33

$26

304201-10

X

X

Level 1

Sa

9:35-10:05am

$26

$22

X

X

X

X

X

304201-24

304201-38

Level 1

Sa

9:50-10:20am

X

X

$26

$22

$33

$26

304201-11

X

X

Level 1

Sa

10:10-10:40am

$26

$22

X

X

X

X $26

X

304201-25

304201-39

Level 1

Sa

10:30-11am

X

X

$26

$22

$33

304201-12

X

X

Level 1

Sa

10:45-11:15am

$26

$22

X

X

X

X

X

304201-26

304201-40

Level 1

Sa

11:10-11:40am

X

X

$26

$22

$33

$26

304201-13

X

X

Level 1

Sa

11:20-11:50am

$26

$22

X

X

X

X

X

304201-27

304201-41

Level 1

Sa

11:50am-12:20pm

X

X

$26

$22

$33

$26

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SWIMMING

SESSION DATES: “BB” 11/28-12/14 Tu/Th classes - more information at CRREC.org

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SWIMMING

SESSION DATES: “BB” 11/28-12/14 Tu/Th classes - more information at CRREC.org

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“C” 1/2-2/3 “D” 2/5-3/10 (No class 2/19)

“E” 3/19-4/28 Weekday classes meet 9 or 10 times Weekday classes meet 9 or 10 times Weekday classes meet 12 times Saturday classes meet 5 times

Saturday classes meet 5 times

Saturday classes meet 6 times

C

D

E

Level

Days

Times

C Fee

C Res. Fee

D Fee

D Res. Fee

E Fee

E Res. Fee

304202-01

304202-08

304202-16

Level 2

M/W

4:30-5:20pm

$43

$36

$43

$36

$55

$48

304202-02

304202-09

304202-17

Level 2

Tu/Th

4:30-5:20pm

$47

$40

$47

$40

$55

$48

304202-03

304202-10

304202-18

Level 2

Tu/Th

5:30-6:20pm

$47

$40

$47

$40

$55

$48

304202-04

304202-11

304202-19

Level 2

Tu/Th

6:30-7:20pm

$47

$40

$47

$40

$55

$48 $34

X

304202-12

304202-20

Level 2

Sa

8:30-9:20am

X

X

$35

$28

$41

304202-05

X

X

Level 2

Sa

9-9:50am

$35

$28

X

X

X

X

X

304202-13

304202-21

Level 2

Sa

9:30-10:20am

X

X

$35

$28

$41

$34

304202-06

X

X

Level 2

Sa

10-10:50am

$35

$28

X

X

X

X

X

304202-14

304202-22

Level 2

Sa

10:30-11:20am

X

X

$35

$28

$41

$34

304202-07

X

X

Level 2

Sa

11-11:50am

$35

$28

X

X

X

X

X

304202-15

304202-23

Level 2

Sa

11:30am-12:20pm

X

X

$35

$28

$41

$34

304203-01

304203-08

304203-16

Level 3

M/W

4:30-5:20pm

$43

$36

$43

$36

$55

$48

304203-02

304203-09

304203-17

Level 3

Tu/Th

4:30-5:20pm

$47

$40

$47

$40

$55

$48

304203-03

304203-10

304203-18

Level 3

Tu/Th

5:30-6:20pm

$47

$40

$47

$40

$55

$48

304203-04

304203-11

304203-19

Level 3

Tu/Th

6:30-7:20pm

$47

$40

$47

$40

$55

$48

X

304203-12

304203-20

Level 3

Sa

8:30-9:20am

X

X

$35

$28

$41

$34

304203-05

X

X

Level 3

Sa

9-9:50am

$35

$28

X

X

X

X $34

X

304203-13

304203-21

Level 3

Sa

9:30-10:20am

X

X

$35

$28

$41

304203-06

X

X

Level 3

Sa

10-10:50am

$35

$28

X

X

X

X

X

304203-14

304203-22

Level 3

Sa

10:30-11:20am

X

X

$35

$28

$41

$34

304203-07

X

X

Level 3

Sa

11-11:50am

$35

$28

X

X

X

X

X

304203-15

304203-23

Level 3

Sa

11:30am-12:20pm

X

X

$35

$28

$41

$34

X

304204-07

304204-14

Level 4

M/W

4:30-5:20pm

X

X

$43

$36

$55

$48

304204-01

304204-08

304204-15

Level 4

Tu/Th

4:30-5:20pm

$47

$40

$47

$40

$55

$48

304204-02

304204-09

304204-16

Level 4

Tu/Th

5:30-6:20pm

$47

$40

$47

$40

$55

$48

304204-03

304204-10

304204-17

Level 4

Tu/Th

6:30-7:20pm

$47

$40

$47

$40

$55

$48

X

304204-11

304204-18

Level 4

Sa

8:30-9:20am

X

X

$35

$28

$41

$34

304204-04

X

X

Level 4

Sa

9-9:50am

$35

$28

X

X

X

X $34

X

304204-12

304204-19

Level 4

Sa

9:30-10:20am

X

X

$35

$28

$41

304204-05

X

X

Level 4

Sa

10-10:50am

$35

$28

X

X

X

X

X

304204-13

304204-20

Level 4

Sa

11:30am-12:20pm

X

X

$35

$28

$41

$34

304204-06

X

X

Level 4

Sa

11-11:50am

$35

$28

X

X

X

X

X

304205-03

304205-08

Level 5

M/W

4:30-5:20pm

X

X

$43

$36

$55

$48

X

304205-04

304205-09

Level 5

Tu/Th

5:30-6:20pm

X

X

$47

$40

$55

$48

304205-01

304205-05

304205-10

Level 5

Tu/Th

6:30-7:20pm

$47

$40

$47

$40

$55

$48

X

304205-06

304205-11

Level 5

Sa

8:30-9:20am

X

X

$35

$28

$41

$34

X

304205-07

304205-12

Level 5

Sa

10:30-11:20am

X

X

$35

$28

$41

$34

304205-02

X

X

Level 5

Sa

11-11:50am

$35

$28

X

X

X

X

WWW.CRREC.ORG | PHONE: 319-286-5566

YOUR PARKS

Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation manages 96 parks and trails on 4,171 acres of land. In addition to urban parks of all sizes, there are many acres reserved for park expansion and flood control. Use our online Parks Finder to locate a park and view its amenities at http://bit.ly/crparks.

Noelridge Greenhouse Tours Greenhouse tours are available for your group or class, Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Please call 319286-5762 in advance to schedule.

Greenhouse Volunteers Volunteer opportunities are available at the greenhouse beginning January 1. Call Diane Stevens at 319-845-2050.

a Off-Leash

Dog Parks

The City operates two off-leash parks.

Cheyenne Off-Leash Dog Park is located on Cedar Bend Lane SW, off Old River Road and K9 Acres is located in Squaw Creek Park at 5200 Golf Course Road, Marion.

Permits are $32/year with up to $10 in discounts. Permits are required to use these facilities. Purchase them online at CRREC.org, by phone (319-2865566) or in person at: Parks & Recreation Dept.

City Services Center (CSC) 500 15th Avenue SW Weekdays, 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

- or Northwest Recreation Center 1340 11th Street NW Weekdays, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

A rabies tag number is required when purchasing a permit. See k9cola.org for details.

WINTER SPORTS

HOTLINE 319-286-5700

Daily Passes (for those who want to try the park or are just in the area for a short time) may be purchased for $6/ day. Buy them online, by phone or in person at the locations above.

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Sledding Hill Sledding hills are located at Bowman, Jones and Shawnee Parks. They open when enough snow accumulates to completely cover the hills. Please observe the Safe Sledding Tips posted at the parks and at CRREC.org.

Cross-Country Ski Trails Cross-country (Nordic) ski on a trail near your home, or venture out to enjoy trails throughout the city. Trails are located at Cherry Hill Park, Ellis Golf Course, Jones Golf Course, Twin Pines Golf Course, and the Sac and Fox Trail. They are opened, marked, and groomed when a solid base of heavy snow 6 inches deep is achieved.

Call the Winter Sports Hotline for trail openings and conditions.

aTrails Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation maintains a variety of hard surface and crushed limestone recreational trails. If you make a complete tour of all the park trails, you will travel over 24 miles. Visit LinnCountyTrails.org for trail maps.

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Facility Rentals BENDER POOL Reserve the pool now for your party from December 1 - May 4. Large inflatables are also available for $50 per 2 hour block.

Call 319-286-5566. Payment is required at the time when the reservation is made. Reservations must be made at least two weeks in advance of the date requested. Fees are non-refundable.

Rental Times: Friday from 8:00 - 10:00 p.m.

Saturday from 1:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Sunday from 4:30 - 9:00 p.m.

Rental Fees: 1-30 people........... $160/2 hour block 31-60 people......... $180/2 hour block 61-90 people......... $200/2 hour block 91-120 people....... $220/2 hour block USHERS FERRY HISTORIC VILLAGE/ USHERS FERRY LODGE The Ushers Ferry Lodge as well as the gazebo, houses and grounds at the village are available for rental. Call 319-286-5699 or go to UFHV.com for more information.

WEDDING RENTALS • Ellis Shakespeare Garden • Noelridge Flower Gardens • Ushers Ferry Historic Village • Ushers Ferry Lodge For more information about renting the above facilities, call 319-286-5763 or go to UFHV.com.

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Garden Plot Rentals

Park Pavilion Rental

Garden plots are available to rent to new gardeners beginning at 8:00 a.m. on March 7 at:

Rent one of 24 pavilions in the City parks up to one year in advance of the intended use date. The first date for pavilion rental in the spring is May 5, 2018. They are rented for two use periods: 9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. and 4:009:00 p.m. Sizes range from 7-30 tables.

Rates vary based on size.

Northwest Recreation Center 1340 11th Street NW Registrations must be made in person.

Plots are available at: • Ellis Park (Robbins Lake area) • Tuma (County Home Road NE) • Squaw Creek Park (North of Gardner Golf Course)

Call 319-286-5566, Monday through Friday, between 7:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. for more information. See pavilions and their features at CRREC.org.

NW RECREATION CENTER ROOM RENTAL TIMES AND FEES (Includes setup and clean up time) WEEKDAYS Full Half Equipment Fees Gym $60/hr $40/hr Community Room $30/hr, $75/3 hr $25/hr, $60/3 hr $15 for projector/screen Activity Room $25/hr, $55/3 hr WEEKENDS Gym Community Room Activity Room

Full Half Equipment Fees $75/hr $55/hr $35/hr, $85/3 hr $30/hr, $65/3 hr $15 for projector/screen $25/hr, $55/3 hr

Reservations are taken year-round in person at the Northwest Recreation Center. A $100 deposit is required to rent the community room and gym. The deposit will be returned after the room is inspected at the end of the event.

Private after hour rentals are available for family gatherings, corporate parties, or other groups wishing to entertain at the Northwest Recreation Center. To talk about your event needs, contact the center at 319-286-5731 during normal business hours.

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Administrative Office.... 319-286-5566 Weekdays: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Aquatics Office.............. 319-286-5741 Weekdays: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Bender Pool................... 319-286-5790 During programmed hours City Services Center...... 319-286-5566 Weekdays: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Golf Office (CSC)............ 319-286-5588 Weekdays: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

NW Recreation Center.. 319-286-5731 Weekdays: 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Saturdays: 12:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Sundays: 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Pavilion Rental............... 319-286-5566 Weekdays: 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

REGISTRATION GUIDELINES • Payment must be received to register for a program.

• The Department reserves the right to cancel or consolidate classes based on registration. A full refund is issued for all cancelled classes. Minimum and maximum class sizes are utilized.

• Waiting lists are established when classes are full. Additional classes may be offered if the minimum enrollment is reached and facility space is available.

• Fees will not be prorated.

• Registration is required prior to the start of class, unless noted.

• A youth waiver is required for every participant under age 17.

REGISTRATION

PARKS & RECREATION FACILITY HOURS AND PHONE NUMBERS

• A $4 nonrefundable handling charge will be deducted from the refund of each class when an enrollee withdraws prior to the first day of class. Once the first day of class arrives, refunds are not issued unless the class or program is cancelled by Parks & Recreation. Swimming exception: See page 41.

• If your child turns the minimum age required within 30 days of the start of the program, they may register for that program unless noted otherwise.

• Web registration is available up to the day prior to the start of the class or session or the registration deadline date.

Ushers Ferry.................. 319-286-5763 During programmed hours

DISCOUNTS Financial Assistance Program A discount is available for those who qualify on recreational programs and swim passes.

Please call 319-286-5566 between 7:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. for more information on guidelines and the qualification process.

Resident Those who reside in a zip code with 524 as the first three numbers receive a discount for programs and swim passes.

T-SHIRT SIZES Youth Sizes:

Adult Sizes:

YXS = 2-4 YS = 6-8 YM = 10-12 YL = 14-16 S, M, L

I want to register; now what do I do?

GO ONLINE - Our improved process is convenient and easy!

Log on to CRREC.org. Click on the Online Registration link. Log on and follow the directions provided. The first time you use the system your user name is your household I.D. number and your password is the primary adult’s last name (up to twelve characters, not case sensitive). Online registration is processed 24 hours a day with credit card payment up to the day prior to the start of the class or session or the registration deadline date.

CALL US Weekdays from 7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Call 319-286-5566. Your registration will be processed by a customer service representative while you wait. Credit card payment only.

WALK IN Stop by one of our two locations below. Cash, check, Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation gift certificates, Discover, MasterCard and Visa accepted.

MAIL IN Fill out the form (available online at CRREC.org) and mail it to us with your check or money order at: Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation Northwest Recreation Center City Services Center (CSC) 1340 11th Street NW

[or] 500 15th Avenue SW Cedar Rapids, IA 52405

Cedar Rapids, IA 52404

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