City of Covington Fall 2023 Recreation Guide

New Aquatic and Recreation Center - Take the Survey!

The city is studying whether to renovate the existing Covington Aquatic Center or build a new aquatic and recreation center and we want your input!

Where’s the best location? What type of pools should the new (or renovated) facility include?

A fun-filled recreation pool? A lap/competitive pool? Should there be family changing rooms? Should the facility have additional features such as a gymnasium for basketball and volleyball or a community room? What else is important to you and your household? Take the latest survey and let us know!

To take the survey, scan the QR Code here or visitthe project webpage: www.covingtonwa.gov/ parks/newaquareccenter.php.

Covington

Things You Need to Know

HOW TO REGISTER:

1. REGISTER ONLINE 24/7 www.covingtonwa.gov/parks

REGISTER EARLY!

Covington Aquatic Center 18230 SE 240th St. Covington, WA 98042 (253) 480-2480

Covington Community Park 17649 SE 240th St. Covington, WA 98042

Online payments can only be made by credit or debit card.

2. REGISTER BY PHONE OR IN PERSON (253) 480-2480

Covington Aquatic Center

18230 SE 240th Street

Covington, WA 98042

Mon-Fri 6 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Sunday 8 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

*Locations, dates & fees are subject to change.

RESIDENT/NON-RESIDENT INFORMATION

There is a new resident/non-resident policy in effect. For more information, please see page 10.

If a program does not meet its minimum student enrollment then it may be cancelled. We encourage you to register early for programs you would like to join. If a program is cancelled, registered participants will receive a refund.

PHOTOGRAPHY

Photographs and videos may be taken of participants in classes and programs and used for publicity purposes.

WEATHER HOTLINE

Call the Parks and Recreation

Weather Hotline at (253) 4802490 for weather-related program cancellations. You can also speak to a staff member at the registration desk by calling (253) 480-2480.

LEAGUES

The new resident/non-resident pricing structure for our youth sports programs will begin with our basketball league. Residents outside Covington city limits will still be able to play, although at an increased cost compared to verified Covington residents, and proof of residency will need to be provided through our verification process.

FALL VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE

Covington Parks and Recreation is offering our co-ed fall league that aims at providing an opportunity for kids to learn about teamwork and sportsmanship. Practices are held weeknights and begin the last week of October with the volunteer coach determining the practice day and time. Games are held on Saturdays at Cedar Heights and Mattson Middle Schools.

Matches begin November 4 and the season ends December 13. There will be an end-of-season tournament for all divisions given there are at minimum three teams in the division. Registration closes September 20.

WINTER BASKETBALL LEAGUE

Covington Parks and Recreation is offering our winter basketball league that aims to provide an opportunity for kids to learn about teamwork and sportsmanship. Practices are held weeknights and begin the first week of January, when schools return from winter break. The volunteer coach determines the practice day and time with games on Saturdays at surrounding middle and elementary schools. The season tips off on January 13 and February 24. Registration opens on August 22 and closes on November 28. Early registration ends October 31, after which will incur a $10 fee increase.

1001522 PreK (Co-Ed) $81 $102

1001622 Kindergarten (Co-Ed) $81 $102

1001722 1st/2nd Grade Boys $81 $102

1001822 1st/2nd Grade Girls $81 $102

1001922 3rd/4th Grade Boys $91 $115

1002022 3rd/4th Grade Girls $91 $115

1002122 5th/6th Grade Girls $91 $115

1002322 7th/8th Grade Boys $91 $115

*$10 fee increase after early registration date of October 31.

Fall 2023 - Summer 2024 Youth Athletics Schedule

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Athletics

SKYHAWKS SPORTS CAMP

Skyhawks is the country's leader in providing a safe, fun, and skill-based sports experience for kids between the ages of 3 and 13. To register for any Skyhawks Camps, please visit www.skyhawks.com or call (800) 804-3509.

Be a Volunteer Coach!

What does it take to coach? The kids need you! We are looking for volunteer coaches for our youth athletics programs. Here is what it takes to be a coach:

• 1-4 hours per week depending on division (practice, game, & prep)

• We supply all equipment, coaching, and league information

• Attend the mandatory informational coaches meeting

• Coaches choose their own practice day

• The seasons are around two months long

• We focus on being non-competitive, fun, and instructional!

• Head coaches receive a 50% discount on their child's registration.

Please visit www.covingtonwa.gov/athletics to get your coach’s application today!

older, you can be a referee! It truly takes a village to run our programs and we need your talents to make it happen.

We are looking for referees of all skill levels and for all age groups as well as responsible adults to oversee our facilities as site leads. Sound interesting? Apply at www.covingtonwa. gov or email us at athletics@covingtonwa.gov.

Covington Parks and Recreation Scholarships are available for select recreation, aquatic and athletic programs up to $200 per child per year, as funding allows. Scholarships may be applied towards a maximum of 75% of the cost of any applicable activity registration. Scholarship applications must be submitted and approved prior to any scholarship funds being available for registration. Scholarships are only available to youth under 18 years of age.

Valid proof of financial limitation includes:

Acceptance letter for a free or reduced school lunch program

A U.S. Individual Tax Return Form 1040 for all members of your household with an income.

For more information on Scholarship qualifications , click or scan the QR Code!

Request Date: Participant's Name: Date of Birth: Parent/Guardian Name: Date of Birth: Address: City: State:

Proof of financial assistance

Parent/Guardian Signature:

By signing this, I hereby certify that all of the information provided by me in this application (or any other accompanying or required documents) is correct, accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge An electronic or digital signature is an acceptable substitute for a physical signature.

Verify proof of applicant participation in financial assistance is attached Staff Staff Supervisor

Application accepted by: (print name) Date:

Applicant has not been awarded a scholarship/fee waiver previously this year?

Applicant has qualified based on financial limitations? Supervisor

Applicant qualifies based on age? Supervisor

Adequate funds are available in Scholarship Fund? Supervisor

Approved Scholarship Supervisor

Notes: Supervisor

Supervisor Signature: Supervisor

Applicant Notified Date: Staff Name: Supervisor

Youth Recreation

PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS

DRAMA

ADVENTURE PALS

Come and enjoy the fun with your child at Adventure Pals at Children's Therapy Center in Black Diamond at 29020 216th Ave SE. Classes include story, craft and circle time in addition to plenty of play time! Staff will send out a Health Screener in a text prior to each class.

SCIENCE & NATURE

WILDLIFE TOTEM WALK

View wildlife as you learn a system of self-help and life assessment inspired by Native American traditions. Learn about using wildlife sightings as a method of personal introspection. Though lighthearted and fun, this walk contains biological, historical, zoological, and anthropological material relevant to Soos Creek Park.

*Walk will begin at Soos Creek Trail Maintenance Lot at 148th Ave SE in Kent.

INTRO TO BEGINNING ASTRONOMY

In this course you will learn basics of navigating the night sky. You will be introduced to methods used to observe the sky and will also learn some of the science of the heavens. If you have a telescope or binoculars, please bring them!

ART

CHEETAH AFTER SCHOOL ART

Join us on early release Wednesdays for creative art time. We will create a new project every week. Bring your imagination and your love for art! Class is located at Cedar Valley Elementary and only available to Cedar Valley Elementary Students.

DRAMA KIDS

Drama Kids theater classes and programs are tailored to elementary children ages 6-10. Students will learn speech, improvisation, dramatic movement, scene starters, snippets, and a variety of dramatic arts activities. These classes are highly enjoyable for students and help develop social skills, confidence, and speaking abilities that can create lasting educational benefits.

CULINARY CAMP

HOLIDAY CHOCOLATE CAMP

The holidays are coming and so is The Traveling Chocolate Company! Join us on a journey into the world of chocolate and learn to create delicious treats just in time for the holidays. Come learn about the world of chocolate with a hands-on class that will cover how to melt, temper and turn the seeds of a 10,000-years-old fruit into delicious candies. Dipping, clustering and decorating are just some of the skills you will practice as you become a candy maker.

This camp is great for all ages and abilities, so join in the holiday fun. A $35 material fee will be due to the instructor for each participant.

*Located in the Covington Community Room.

Star Parties

Sail the Milky Way with local astronomers who will provide star gazing expertise along with access to telescopes, binoculars and star charts. We will explore the Moon, the planets, constellations, stars, clusters and galaxies that each season's night scape presents.

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September 14 - 8 p.m.

October 12 - 7 p.m.

Oct. 20 - 7:30

November 16 - 6 p.m.

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Dec. 15 - 7 p.m.

December 14 - 6 p.m.

Located at Covington Community Park.

Dress warmly and bring a small flashlight (red filters are provided). View star charts at www.skymaps.com

GYMNASTICS

Youth Recreation

DANCE

*All gymnastics classes are held at Ascend Gymnastics at 1604 15th St. SW Suite 106 in Auburn.

TINY STARS

This co-ed class introduces coordination, physical development and socialization to young gymnasts. It also includes parent participation! Gymnasts must be able to walk.

PRE BALLET

This is an introductory dance class for 3-4 year olds full of fun, music, and moving! Your blossoming dancer will have a blast learning the basics of ballet. The fundamentals of body awareness, coordination, rhythm, and beginning terminology will be introduced. Ballet shoes suggested but not required.

*Located in the Covington Community Room.

BALLET

This is a continued introduction to ballet class for 5-6 year olds full of fun, music, and moving! Your blossoming dancer will have a blast continuing to learn the basics of ballet. The fundamentals of body awareness, coordination, and rhythm will be taught as well as continued ballet terminology. Ballet shoes suggested but not required.

MINI STARS

In this co-ed class, gymnasts will be introduced to the basic concepts of gymnastics, balance and strength in a fun-filled environment.

MARTIAL ARTS

BEGINNER KIDS TAEKWONDO

This is an on going non-contact intro to Taekwondo. Kids will work on basic martial arts techniques, coordination, physical fitness, respect, goal setting, self-control and social skills. A $30 uniform fee is due on the first day of class.

MIGHTY STARS

This class (girls only) will be challenged with more advanced gymnastics concepts in a fun, positive environment.

TAEKWONDO 1

GIRLS BEGINNER

In this introductory, girls only, school-aged program, gymnasts will learn the basics on all four apparatuses.

TAEKWONDO 2

*No class on 11/24. Make up class for 11/24 will be offered.

*Classes are held at 27203 216th Ave SE suite 10, Maple Valley.

JR. TAEKWONDO

This is a non-contact Martial Arts program. Students will work on basic martial arts self defense techniques, coordination, physical fitness, social skills, goal setting and self-control. A $30 uniform fee is due on the first day of class.

All Ages/Teen/Adult

NATURE & SCIENCE

WILDLIFE TOTEM WALK

Come view the wildlife of Soos Creek Park as you learn a system of self-help and life assessment inspired by Native American traditions. You will be introduced to using wildlife sightings as a method of personal introspection. Though lighthearted and fun, this walk contains biological, historical, zoological, and anthropological material relevant to Soos Creek Park. Class

48429 All ages 9/23 Sat 4-5

*Walk will begin at Soos Creek Trail Maintenance Lot at 148th Ave SE in Kent.

INTRO TO BEGINNING ASTRONOMY

In this course you will learn basics of navigating the night sky. You will be introduced to methods used to observe the sky and will also learn some of the science of the heavens. If you have a telescope or binoculars, please bring them.

*Located in the Covington Community Room.

SPORTS

PICKLEBALL

New to Pickleball? Join us at a local school to learn how to start playing the game. We will cover the fundamentals including rules and scoring, strokes, equipment, and where to play. We start to get comfortable on the court by playing some "kitchen" and full-court games together. By the end of this class, you will have the basics covered and possibly some new friends to meet up with later to practice and play!

In the next steps class, we will practice the basic shots and learn the court positioning and game strategy that you will need to feel confident joining into recreational doubles games at the park or gym. Bring a paddle if you have one. If not, no problem, paddles will be available to borrow. Each session has two classes, the first in each session is Beginners and the second is Next Steps SESSION 1

SESSION 2

*Located at Covington Community Park.

MARTIAL ARTS

JR. & ADULT TAEKWONDO

This is a non-contact Martial Arts program. In this class students will work on basic martial arts self defense techniques as well as coordination, physical fitness, social skills, goal setting and self-control. A $30 uniform fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class.

NUTRITION

p.m. $60

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Join

nutritionist

discuss nutrition and its importance to overall health. Explore strategies for creating healthy habits that nourish bodies and fit into a busy lifestyle and sample a recipe that represents the topic of discussion. Located in the Covington Community Room.

WHAT IS HEALTHY EATING?

Keto, Paleo, Vegan…oh my! Discuss macronutrients from a science-based perspective and how your body utilizes each for a healthy metabolism. You'll explore how to determine your own unique nutritional needs and manage your intake healthfully without fancy diets or counting calories.

HEALTHY EATING ON A BUDGET

Explore food labels and discover how to select foods from the grocery store based upon the nutritional bang that you are getting for your buck! Learn how to replace many packaged meals with healthier options that you can easily make at home that taste great. You'll discuss tips for buying and storing ingredients, meal planning, and preparation that save time and money.

HEALTHY EATING ON THE GO

Discuss restaurant menus and learn how to choose wisely when convenience takes precedence over cooking from scratch at home. Explore strategies for planning ahead and packing healthy meals to take with you as tasty alternatives to the drive-thru. Talk about how eating on the run may impact digestion and consider strategies to improve health that are simple and free!

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How to verify your residency:

A utility bill with your current address OR a signed, current lease Utility bills must be no older than 60 days from time of email submission.

Leases must be for the current year. ActiveNet account created with the City of Covington If account is needed, visit the link below to create your account: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/covington/createaccount? onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true

Send documentation via email to parks@covingtonwa.gov for processing. You will receive a return email indicating residency status or an explanation detailing why you did not qualify.

Check out this link to see if your address is within City Limits or use the QR Code to the left!

https://covingtonwa.maps.arcgis.com/apps/mapviewer/ind ex.html?webmap=0adc5e83cbd0477aab43d4e6588cf7bf Contact

HOW TO REGISTER

For individual class availability and registration, please visit www.covingtonwa.gov/cac, contact us over the phone at (253) 480-2480, or come see us in person at the Covington Aquatic Center, 18230 SE 240th St. in Covington.

RECREATIONAL SWIMS

Lap Swims, Family Swims and Public Swims are available on a drop-in basis. Visit our website at www.covingtonwa. gov/cac to view our pool schedule.

LAP SWIMS (per hour)

Adult/Youth Individual $7.00

Adult/Youth 10-Visit Discount Card $63.00

Senior/Disabled/Veteran Individual $6.00

Senior/Disabled/Veteran 10-Visit Discount Card $54.00

FAMILY SWIMS (per hour) / PUBLIC SWIMS (per hour)

Adult/Youth Individual $7.00

Senior/Disabled/Veteran Individual $6.00

Family Rate * $3.00

* (per additional swimmer, same household, beyond one)

Adult/Youth 10-Visit Discount Card $63.00

Senior/Disabled/Veteran 10-Visit Discount Card $54.00

Swimmers under age 6 swim free with a paying adult, adult must be in-water, within arm’s reach at all times.

POOL RENTALS

The pool is available to rent for private parties like birthdays, team parties, and more. The pool is set up like a weekend public swim with the WIBIT for private pool rentals!

Rental Type Fee (per hour)

Pool Rental $250 resident/$354 non-resident

Party Room Rental $50 resident/$72 non-resident

Neptune’s Cove, the Covington Aquatic Center’s party room accommodates up to 40 people. The party room can also be rented apart from the pool. Rentals are on the hour and include 50 minutes of room use. Room use includes all set-up, party time and take-down.

Reservations must be made prior to the rental. The pool is booked by the hour and payment must be received at the time of the reservation. To make a reservation, contact the Covington Aquatic Center at (253) 480-2480.

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Aquatics

MEMBERSHIPS

AQUA MEMBERSHIPS

Aqua Memberships include unlimited drop-in recreational swimming during their validity period. Family Memberships have a limit of four members per household. Additional family members may purchase another supplemental family membership.

*Monthly payment plan available for 12-Month Memberships.

WATER EXERCISE

Water exercise classes are great aerobic and cardiovascular workouts that will help increase your cardiovascular endurance, improve your heart rate, and help lower cholesterol and blood pressure. Water exercise classes are 55 minutes long and available on a drop-in basis, as on the days and times listed on the pool schedule.

WATERX BOOTCAMP

This class is for individuals who would like a low impact but intense cardio and muscle building workout, incorporating a mixed version of Shallow and Deep WaterX classes.

WATERX - SHALLOW AEROBICS

Classes located in the shallow end which utilizes aerobic and cardiovascular components. Being low-impact classes, they emphasize stretching, developing muscular strength, and developing range of motion.

WATERX - DEEP AEROBICS

Classes located in the deep end which give one of the greatest aerobic and toning workouts available with no impact to the body’s joints. These aerobic and cardiovascular classes provide muscular conditioning with particularly excellent core strengthening.

WATERX CLASS PRICING

Drop-In Youth/Adult $8.50

Drop-In Senior/Disabled/Veterans $7.00

10-Visit Discount Card Youth/Adult $76.50

10-Visit Discount Card Senior/Disabled/Veteran $63.00

WATERX MEMBERSHIP PRICING

3-Month Youth/Adult $200.00

3-Month Senior/Disabled/Veterans $150.00

12-Month Youth/Adult $400.00

12-Month Senior/Disabled/Veterans $300.00

*Monthly payment plan available for 12-Month Memberships

Aquatics

SWIM LESSONS

HOW TO REGISTER

For individual class availability and registration, please visit www.covingtonwa.gov/cac, contact us over the phone at (253) 480-2480, or come see us in person at the Covington Aquatic Center, 18230 SE 240th St. in Covington.

LEARN-TO-SWIM

We are pleased to offer a comprehensive program designed by the American Red Cross. Classes are offered for all ages and all ability levels. Beginning levels focus on water adjustment and introduce basic swimming and water safety skills. More advanced levels concentrate on stroke development, stroke refinement and additional water safety skills.

WHAT CLASS IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

Placing of your child into the correct level is critical for their success. Each swimming level focuses on different skills, depending on age and ability. If your child is a beginner, they will start in the first level of either Parent & Child Aquatics, Preschool Aquatics, or Learn to Swim, depending on their age. If your child has had lessons before or has some swimming experience, their swimming ability needs to be assessed to determine the appropriate level in our swim lesson program. We provide Placement Tests free of charge during our Public Swims.

Ages Classes

6 months-4 years Parent & Child Aquatics

4-5 years Preschool Aquatics Levels 1-3

6-14 years Learn to Swim Levels 1-6 and Competitive

15+ years Adult Lessons

*Parents are required to be in-water for Parent & Child Aquatics.

GROUP SWIM LESSONS

Group lessons are available for every skill ability and age, six months and up! Classes run in scheduled sessions:

• 2 days/week (Mondays & Wednesdays)

• 2 days/week (Tuesdays & Thursdays)

• 1 day/week (Fridays, Saturdays, or Sundays)

GROUP

*Lessons that are schedule for less than 8 classes are pro-rated at the time of registration.

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS

Private Lessons are available in 30-minute sessions and scheduled in advance with an individual instructor. SemiPrivate Lessons are available for two or more students registering for the same private session in the same transaction.

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS PRICING

SWIM LESSON REFUND POLICY

Swim lessons are non-refundable once payment has been received. No refunds will be given once a program has begun. No discounts will be given for absences.

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Fall 2023 Swim Lesson Schedule

FALL POOL SCHEDULE: 8/27-12/31

*Schedule subject to change. For current schedule visit our website here - https://www.covingtonwa.gov/aquatics/schedule/ poolschedule/index.php

SPECIAL EVENTS

SPOOKY SWIM

Saturday, October 28 - $10 per participant

Session 1: 5-6 p.m.; Session 2: 7-8 p.m.

Pre-registration* is required for this event.

*Swimmers under age 6 must swim with a paying adult – must be inwater, within arm’s reach at all times.

HOLLYDAZE SWIM

Saturday, December 2 - $10 per participant

6:30-8:30 pm. Pre-registration* is required.

*Swimmers under age 6 must swim with a paying adult – must be inwater, within arm’s reach at all times.

AMERICAN RED CROSS

7:00

a.m. WaterX Shallow Aerobics & Lap Swim

7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. WaterX Deep Bootcamp (4 lanes)

7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Lap Swim (2 lanes) & Family Swim

8:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Public Swim

SATURDAY

8:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m. Lap Swim (3 lanes)

8:00 a.m.-9:00 a.m. Adult Deep-End Swimming Lessons (3 lanes)

8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Swimming Lessons

9:00 a.m.-10:00 a.m. WaterX Deep Aerobics

12:00 p.m.-1:00 p.m. Lap Swim (4 lanes) & Family Swim

1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. Public Swim

2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Public Swim

3:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m. Private Parties

POOL CLOSURES

Oct. 31 - Halloween, Closes at 1 p.m.

Nov. 23 - Thanksgiving, Closed All Day

Nov. 24 - Black Friday, Closed All Day

Dec. 24 - Christmas Eve, Closed All Day

Dec. 25 - Christmas Day, Closed All Day

Dec. 31 - New Year's Eve, Closed All Day

The City of Covington Parks & Recreation Division offers an array of safety courses held at the Covington Aquatic Center, including some American Red Cross Certification Courses. Some of the blending learning classes we offer include Lifeguard Training, Lifegaurd Instructor Training, and Water Safety Instructor Certification Course. Fall course dates are coming soon. Check out our website for details at www.covingtonwa.gov/aquatics/advanced_ classes/index.php.

We are hiring! Interested in becoming a lifeguard or swim instructor? Call Covington Aquatic Center at 253-480-2480 for more information on upcoming lifeguard training classes and job opportunities.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE

Covington Parks and Recreation scholarships are available for select recreation, aquatic and athletic programs up to $200 per child per year, as funding allows. Scholarships may be applied towards a maximum of 75% of the cost of any applicable activity registration. Scholarship applications must be submitted and approved prior to any scholarship funds being available for registration. Scholarships are only available to youth under 18 years of age. Please provide all the requested information and attach proof of financial limitation with your application. For more information on our Scholarships and to download an application, please visit www.covingtonwa. gov/parks/feesandscholarships.php

Parks & Trails

Covington's Parks System

Covington's Park System boasts over 151 acres of property. From open spaces to playgrounds to our aquatic center, there are a wide variety of amenities for residents to enjoy.

Within our park system, you can find walking paths, sports courts, picnic areas, waterways, bbqs, and more. The chart below lists the amenities available at each location.

More details about our parks can be found on our website at www.covingtonwa.gov/parks.

*The North Wingfield and Rainier Vista Open Spaces are just two of our 68+ acres of open space in Covington.