City of Covington - Summer 2021 Recreation Guide

CITY OF COVINGTON

Recreation Guide Summer 2021

The Summer Concert Series is returning to Covington Community Park Fridays at 6:30 p.m. from July 2-August 13.

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Planning for New Aquatic/Rec Center

We recently held a Virtual Public Workshop for the communities of Covington and Maple Valley to provide their thoughts and reactions to possible amenities, building designs and locations of a new indoor aquatics and recreation center. What do you think? What do you want to see in a new Aquatics/Recreation Center?

Stay up-to-date on the process and get engaged at www.re-createandrecreate.com/dialogue.

COVINGTON PARKS & RECREATION Covington City Hall & Covington Community Room 16720 SE 271st St. Covington, WA 98042 (253) 480-2400

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

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

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Things You Need to Know

HOW TO REGISTER:

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

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

REGISTER BY PHONE OR IN-PERSON Office hours are Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and Saturday-Sunday 9 a.m.-2 p.m. * All programs require registration which can be completed online, over the phone, or in-person at the Covington Aquatic Center during office hours. Please visit www. covingtonwa.gov/cac or call us at (253) 480-2480.

Stay updated by signing up to receive notifications by text or email at www.covingtonwa.gov/enotify.

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REGISTER EARLY!

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.

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Athletics Parks and Recreation programs, activities, and events may be delayed, adjusted, or canceled to comply with current Covid-19 guidelines. Masks may be required.

LEAGUES

FALL SOCCER LEAGUE

Our league aims at providing an opportunity for kids to learn about team work and sportsmanship. Practices are held on weeknights and begin the last week of August.

Practice day and time is determined by the volunteer coach. Games are predominantly on Saturdays at Covington Community Park and Kentwood High School. The season kicks off on September 11 and ends October 30.

There will be an end of season tournament for grades 1-6.

To infuse fresh faces and teams we have partnered with the City of Auburn for grades 5-8. Games will be played at Auburn’s Game Farm Park and Covington Community Park.

Registration is open May 11 and closes Sept. 5.

NFL FLAG FOOTBALL POWERED BY USA FOOTBALL & NFLPlay60 Our co-ed league is geared toward providing an opportunity for your child to sharpen skills and broaden their knowledge of football with an emphasis on fun, participation, and sportsmanship.

All players will receive an NFL team jersey and flag belt.

Players must provide their own mouth guard and shorts with no pockets. Games are held primarily on Saturday mornings and afternoons with occasional weekday games at Covington Community Park and Kentwood High School.

Class 10000 10001 10002 10003 10004 10005 10006 10007 10008 10009 10010

Grade/Age Toddler Age 2-3 (Co-Ed)

PreK Ages 3-4 (Co-Ed) Kindergarten (Co-Ed) 1st/2nd Grade Boys 1st/2nd Grade Girls 3rd/4th Grade Boys 3rd/4th Grade Girls 5th/6th Grade Boys 5th/6th Grade Girls 7th/8th Grade Boys 7th/8th Grade Girls

*$10 fee increase after early registration date of July 10.

Fees $72 $72 $72 $72 $72 $82 $82 $72 $82 $82 $82

The Kids Need You!

Registration opens April 6 and closes June 15. Teams fill up fast, so sign up early as we cannot guarantee space will be available on the registration deadline. Practices will start the last week of June and Picture Day will be held July 17 along with the Punt, Pass, Kick, Agility Competition.

Class Grade Fees

13166 Kinder $83 13167 1st/2nd $83 13168 3rd/4th $83 13169 5th/6th $83

13170 7th/8th $83

*Sign up for the grade your child will be entering in the fall.

Want to be a volunteer coach? Coaching can be a valuable volunteer experience for parents, grandparents, siblings, or other caring adults. The commitment is low and the experience is extremely rewarding!

Additional benefits include choosing your practice preferences and head coaches receive 50 percent off their child’s registration. For more information and how to sign up, go to the Coaches Corner at www. covingtonwa.gov/athletics

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Be a Referee!

PRO BASEBALL CAMP PRO BASEBALL CAMP

Do you like working with kids? Are you responsible and fun? Do you have a passion for sports? If you are age 14 or 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.

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.

These are14 free June 11 - 9 p.m. September - 8events, p.m. however, reservations are required to secure your July 16 - 9 p.m. October 12 - 7 p.m. spot. Email outreach@seattleastro.org November 16 6 p.m.

Aug. 13 - 9 p.m. with group size and date.

December 14 - 6 p.m.

This youth baseball camp is well suited for all players, from aspiring to elite. Instructor Steve Goucher is a former professional baseball player and Atlanta Braves scout. Steve has over 15 years of experience instructing baseball at all levels. Many of his students have gone on to play college baseball and a few even made it to the big leagues! Advanced registration is required.

Class 32206

Age 8-14

Date 8/16-8/19

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Time

9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee $160

SKYHAWKS CAMPS Register for all Skyhawks Camps on their website at www.skyhawks.com/search/?zip_code=98042.

SOCCER CAMP

Your young athlete will gain the technical skills and sport knowledge required for their next step into soccer. Areas of focus are dribbling, passing, shooting and ball control. This camp is offered full day for 6-12 year olds or half day for 4-6 year olds. Register at www.skyhawks.com.

Age 6-12 4-6

Date 6/28-7/2 6/28-7/2

Day M-F M-F

Time

9 a.m.-3 p.m.

9 a.m.-12 p.m.

*Located at Covington Community Park.

Fee $170 $145

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Dress warmly and bring a small flashlight (red filters are provided).

View star charts at www.skymaps.com

Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/CityofCovington

*Inclement, cloudy weather will likely cause cancellation of the Star Party. Cancellation notification would be posted at the Seattle Astronomical Society web site at www.seattleastro.org

Summer '21-Spring '22 Youth Athletics Schedule

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SPORT

REG. OPENS

FIRST GAME

SEASON ENDS

Summer Flag Football

April 6, 2021

July 10, 2021

Aug. 28, 2021

Fall Soccer

May 11, 2021

Sept. 11, 2021

Oct. 30, 2021

Fall VOlleyball

June 8, 2021

Nov. 6, 2021

Dec. 20, 2021

Winter Basketball

Aug. 23, 2021

Jan. 15, 2022

March 5, 2022

Spring Soccer

Dec. 7, 2021

March 19, 2022

April 20, 2022

Spring Baseball

Jan. 3, 2022

May 14, 2022

June 25, 2022

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Athletics Parks and Recreation programs, activities, and events may LACROSSE CAMP be delayed, adjusted, or canceled to comply with current Athletes will learn all the fundamentals of stick handling, Covid-19 guidelines. Masks may be required. cradling, passing and shooting in a fun, non-checking environment. Participants should wear appropriate athletic VOLLEYBALL CAMP attire and bring protective gloves, a helmet with full mask (or Skyhawks Volleyball takes the energy and excitement of this goggles) and lacrosse stick. *Limited lacrosse kits available great team sport and puts it all together into one fun-filled for rent through Skyhawks. Call 800-804-3509 or visit www. program. All aspects of the game are taught through drills skyhawks.com to reserve your kit prior to the program. and exercises that focus on bumping, setting, spiking, hitting and serving. This program is designed for the beginning to Age Date Day Time

Fee intermediate player. Register at www.skyhawks.com.

6-12 8/2-8/6 M-F 9 a.m.-12 p.m. $145 Age 6-12

Date 7/6-7/9

Day Tu-F

Time

9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee $145

*Located at Covington Community Park. No camp on 7/5.

MINI-HAWK CAMP

This camp for the minis includes teaching basics of baseball, flag football and soccer. Register at www.skyhawks.com.

Age 4-6

Date 7/12-7/16

Day M-F

Time

9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee $145

*Located at Covington Community Park.

CHEERLEADING CAMP

This class teaches young athletes the essential skills to lead the crowd and support the home team! Each participant will learn cheers, proper hand/body movements and jumping techniques. There is no stunting, just a big focus on fun while each cheerleader learns important life skills such as teamwork and leadership. The program concludes with a final cheer performance. Register at www.skyhawks.com.

Age 5-11

Date 7/12-7/16

Day M-F

Time

9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee $145

*Located at Covington Community Park.

TENNIS CAMP

Whether your child is a beginning or intermediate player, this program will improve their game and help them get more enjoyment from tennis. Our tennis programs focus on skill refinement as well as practice and match play to develop consistent, well-rounded tennis players. Register at www. skyhawks.com.

Age 6-12

Date 7/19-7/23

Day M-F

Time

9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee $145

*Located at Covington Community Park.

MULTI-SPORT CAMP

This multi-sport program was developed to give children a positive first step into athletics. Sports are taught in a safe, structured environment filled with encouragement and fun.

Through exciting games and activities, campers explore balance, hand/eye coordination and skill development at their own pace. Register at www.skyhawks.com.

Age 6-12

Date 7/26-7/30

Day M-F

Time

9 a.m.-3 p.m.

FLAG FOOTBALL CAMP

Give your child the perfect introduction to America’s favorite game with Skyhawks Flag Football Fueled by USA Football.

Campers learn fundamentals like passing, receiving, kicking and flag pulling in a fun, positive environment. This camp will have two options, full day for 6-12 year olds and half day for 4-6 year olds. Register at www.skyhawks.com.

Age 6-12 4-6

Date 8/9-8/13 8/9-8/13

Day M-F M-F

Time

9 a.m.-3 p.m.

9 a.m.-12 p.m.

*Located at Covington Community Park.

Fee $170 $145

GOLF CAMP

Participants will learn the fundamentals of swinging, putting, body positioning, etiquette and keeping score. The program is specifically designed for the entry-level player, simplifying instruction so they can make an easy and effective transition onto the golf course. All equipment provided. Register at www.skyhawks.com.

Age 5-11

Date 8/23-8/27

Day M-F

Time

9 a.m.-12 p.m.

*Located at Covington Community Park.

Fee $145

BASEBALL CAMP

Learn the fundamentals of fielding, catching, throwing, hitting and base running - all in a fun, positive environment.

Specifically designed for beginning and intermediate players, this program teaches athletes new baseball skills along with vital life lessons such as respect, teamwork and responsibility.

This camp will have two options, full day for 6-12 year olds and half day for 4-6 year olds. Register at www.skyhawks.com.

Age 6-12 4-6

Date 8/16-8/20 8/16-8/20

Day M-F M-F

Time

9 a.m.-3 p.m.

9 a.m.-12 p.m.

*Located at Covington Community Park.

Fee $170 $145

Fee $170

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Youth Recreation Parks and Recreation programs, activities, and events may be delayed, adjusted, or canceled to comply with current Covid-19 guidelines. Masks may be required.

DANCE

PRE BALLET

This is an introductory dance class for 3-4 year olds full of fun, music and moving! Blossoming dancers 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.

Class Age 32202 3-4

Date 7/7-8/25

Day W

Time Fee 4-4:30 p.m. $96

*Located in the Covington Community Room or via Zoom if in-person is not allowed.

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.

Class Age 32203 5-6

Date 7/7-8/25

Day W

Time Fee 4:40-5:15 p.m. $96

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.

Class 35202 35203

Age 4 4

Mighty Stars (girls only) will be challenged with more advanced gymnastics concepts in a fun and positive environment.

Class Age 35204 5-6 35205 5-6

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.

Age 1-3 1-3

Date 7/16-8/6 8/13-9/3

Date Day Time 7/16-8/6 F 5-6 p.m.

8/13-9/3 F 5-6 p.m.

Fees $85 $85

GIRLS BEGINNER

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

Class 35206 35207 35208 35209

Age 7-12 7-12 7-12 7-12

Date 7/16-8/6 8/13-9/3 7/16-8/6 8/13-9/3

Day F F F F

Time Fees 5-6:30 p.m.

$95 6:40-8:10 p.m. $95 5-6:30 p.m.

$95 6:40-8:10 p.m. $95

MARTIAL ARTS KINDER KARATE

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

Class 35200 35201

Day Time Fees F 9:30-10:15 a.m. $80 F 9:30-10:15 a.m. $80

MIGHTY STARS

*Located in the Covington Community Room or via Zoom if in-person is not allowed.

GYMNASTICS

Date 7/16-8/6 8/13-9/3

Day Time

F 10:30-11:10 a.m.

F 10:30-11:10 a.m.

Fees $75 $75

This ongoing non-contact class teaches the basic fundamentals of Karate and Taekwondo; including physical fitness, balance, coordination, memorization, goal setting and respect. A $40 uniform fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class.

Class 33208 33209

Age 4-5 4-5

Date 7/1-7/29 8/3-8/31

Day Tu/Th Tu/Th

Time Fees 4:15-4:45 p.m. $95 4:15-4:45 p.m. $95

*Classes are held 27203 216th Ave SE suite 3, Maple Valley. No class on 7/6 or 7/8.

Outdoor Family Movie RAYA AND THE LAST DRAGON Friday, Aug. 20 @ 8:30 p.m.

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Youth Recreation BEGINNER MARTIAL ARTS

This is an ongoing introductory class to Martial Arts. This program teaches students the basics of Taekwondo and Karate along with body movement coordination skills, respect, self-discipline and goal setting. A $40 uniform fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class.

Class Age 33203 6-12 33204 6-12 33205 6-12 33206 6-12

Date 7/1-7/29* 7/13-7/27 8/3-8/31 8/5-8/26

Day Th Tu Th Tu

Time 5-5:45 p.m.

5-5:45 p.m.

5-5:45 p.m.

5-5:45 p.m.

Fees $55 $55 $55 $55

*Classes are held 27203 216th Ave SE suite 3, Maple Valley. No class on 7/6 or 7/8.

LIBRARY PROGRAMS LIBRARY ONLINE RESOURCES

This summer, all library events and activities are online, including our annual All-Ages Summer Reading Challenge!

Please visit kcls.org/summer for free online events, performances, activities, book recommendations and more. Pick up your holds any time day or night using our new lockers by choosing “Covington Lockers” as your pickup location when you place your hold (1.kcls.org/ lockers). Don’t want to leave the comfort of your couch?

We have lots of free streaming and downloadable movies, music, magazines, books, audiobooks and more in a variety of languages. Connect with your Covington Library on Facebook @CovingtonLibrary and Instagram CovingtonKCLS or call us at 253.630.8761.

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PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS

ADVENTURE PALS (FORMERLY PLAYTIME PALS)

Experience Adventure Pals with your child as we hear a story, do a craft, sing songs and finish with a snack of your choice. Each month will reflect a new theme for our adventures together.

Classes remain online via Zoom. Please plan on stopping by the Maple Valley Center each month to do a drive by packet pick up of class supplies. We ask that you have basic art supplies available at your home, such as crayons or markers, a glue stick , tape or stapler.

Class will last between 45-60 minutes, depending on the size of the class. Zoom ID’s will be texted out after registration is complete.

Class Age

33600 20-42m 33601 20-42m 33602 20-42m 33603 20-42m 33604 20-42m

Date 7/12-8/2 7/6-7/27 7/7-7/28 7/8-7/29 7/8-7/29

Day M Tu W Th Th

Time

Fee 9:30-10:30 a.m. $20 9-10 a.m. $20 11 a.m.-12 p.m. $20 9:30-10:30 a.m. $20 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $20

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Summer Camps CAMP ADVENTURE

FILM CAMPS

CAMP ADVENTURE

Join us for our sixth annual Camp Adventure! Go on a new adventure every day during this 4-day-long summer camp program for 6th-8th graders. Campers will enjoy everything from hiking and climbing, a trip to the zoo and even ziplining, plus a camp t-shirt is included! Drop off and pick up in the Community Room at Covington City Hall. Early drop off begins at 7 a.m. with late pick up until 6 p.m. Campers need to bring a sack lunch each day to camp.

Day 1: Monday July 26 - Lake Wilderness Park We will kick off camp with a trip to Lake Wilderness Park. In the morning we have a friendly team challenge competition.

Later you can swim, play volleyball, frisbee, paddle board, do some arts and crafts or just relax on the beach.

Day 2: Tuesday July 27 - High Trek Adventure Everett We start day two with an outdoor team game of laser tag at High Trek Adventure. After which we enter a vertical world of fun, challenge and excitement. This high adventure ropes course includes over 60 challenge elements and a zip line! We will end the day with a round of miniature golf.

Day 3: Wednesday July 28 - Black Diamond Park Try out the 3D Climbing Wall at Black Diamond Camps! We will participate in team challenge games, play gaga ball and eat s'mores! We end our day at Black Diamond Camps with a dip in the pool and some fun team skits.

Day 4: Thursday July 29 - Point Defiance Park Tacoma On our last day we head to Tacoma to Point Defiance Park. We will visit the amazing animals at the zoo and aquarium and then cross the Wilson Way pedestrian bridge and slide our way down to the waterfront and explore the Dune Peninsula.

Class 32100

Age Date 6th-8th grade 7/26-7/30

Day M-Th

Time Fee 8 a.m.-5 p.m. $245

CHESS WIZARDS SUMMER CLUB

Say yes to chess! Join Chess Wizards for an interactive, scholastic program where kids will collaborate, gain confidence, improve chess skills, meet new friends, and work out their most powerful muscle – their brains! Appropriate for beginner to intermediate chess players, our program includes instruction in tactics and strategy, as well as individual game play. Daily breaks are built in for snack, games and plain old running around! All students will receive a trophy, puzzle folder and wizards t-shirt.

Age 6-12 6-12

Date 8/16-8/20 8/16-8/20

Day M-F M-F

*Located in the Covington Community Room.

Time

9 a.m.-12 p.m.

9 a.m.-3 p.m.

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Discover your filmmaking talents! You don’t have to be an actor to take part, as we'll guide you through the Hollywood process to create, direct, film, act, and more. You won't just make an incredible movie, you'll have the skills to make your own movies with friends. All flix downloadable within a month after camp ends.

Class 33345

Age 7-13

Date 7/19-7/23

Day M-F

Time

9 a.m.-12 p.m.

*Located in the Covington Community Room.

Fee $215

INCREDIFLIX: ANIMATION FLIX

In this fast paced class, students will be creating up to four stop motion movies. These will include dinosaurs, paper cartoons, white board, and a free choice day where students get to choose from playdoh, jewels, or items brought from home. All flix downloadable within a month after camp ends.

Class 33346

Age 7-13

Date 7/19-7/23

Day M-F

Time

1-4 p.m.

*Located in the Covington Community Room.

Fee $195

INCREDIFLIX: LIVE ACTION & ANIMATION FLIX

Join us for full day and get a discount plus free lunch supervision! For this full day class, students will participate in Live Action Flix in the mornings and Animation Flix in the afternoons (please see half day descriptions).

Class 33347

Age 7-13

Date 7/19-7/23

Day M-F

Time

9 a.m.-4 p.m.

*Located in the Covington Community Room.

Fee $380

ENGINEERING CAMP

JEDI ENGINEERING CAMP

CHESS CAMP

Class 31750 31751

INCREDIFLIX: LIVE ACTION FLIX

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The Force Awakens in this introductory engineering course for young Jedi! Explore engineering principles with LEGO® materials as we construct the Ewok Village on Endor, fly through space on our X-Wings, and defend the Echo Base on Hoth. Create motorized and architectural projects with imagination and engineering to defeat the Empire! Please bring a nut-free snack.

Class 33343

Age 5-8

Date 7/26-7/30

Day M-F

*Located in the Covington Community Room.

Time

9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee $188

TRANSPORTATION MASTER ENGINEERING CAMP

Take a double decker bus ride through London, pilot a hovercraft over land and sea, and make important deliveries in a cargo plane. Learn about STEM concepts as we explore the various ways that we transport goods and people from place to place. Please bring a nut-free snack.

Class 33344

Age 7-12

Date 7/26-7/30

Day M-F

*Located in the Covington Community Room.

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Fee $188

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Summer Camps GYMNASTICS CAMPS

ASCEND GYMNASTICS CAMPS

Campers will be taught gymnastics skills, play games and participate in group activities. All gymnastics camps are held at Ascend Gymnastics at 1604 15th St. SW Suite 106 in Auburn. Please bring a sack lunch and water bottle.

WEEK ONE: FROZEN (CO-ED) Class 33605 33606

Age 4-12 4-12

Date 6/28-7/2 6/28-7/2

Day M-F M-F

WEEK TWO: SUPERHEROES (CO-ED) Class 33607 33608

Age 4-12 4-12

Date 7/5-7/9 7/5-7/9

Day M-F M-F

WEEK THREE: COLOR WARS (CO-ED) Class 33609 33610

Age 4-12 4-12

Date 7/12-7/16 7/12-7/16

Day M-F M-F

Time

9 a.m.-1 p.m.

1-5 p.m.

Fee $130 $130

Time

9 a.m.-1 p.m.

1-5 p.m.

Fee $130 $130

Time

9 a.m.-1 p.m.

1-5 p.m.

Fee $130 $130

WEEK FOUR: KNIGHTS & PRINCESSES (CO-ED) Class 33611 33612

Age 4-12 4-12

Date 7/19-7/23 7/19-7/23

Day M-F M-F

Time

9 a.m.-1 p.m.

1-5 p.m.

WEEK FIVE: SUMMER OLYMPICS (CO-ED) Class 33613 33614

Age 4-12 4-12

Date 7/26-7/30 7/26-7/30

Day M-F M-F

WEEK SIX: ANIMAL PLANET (CO-ED) Class 33615 33616

Age 4-12 4-12

Date 8/16-8/20 8/16-8/20

Day M-F M-F

WEEK SEVEN: POKEMON (CO-ED) Class 33617 33618

Age 4-12 4-12

Date 8/23-8/27 8/23-8/27

Day M-F M-F

WEEK EIGHT: SPACE ODYSSEY (CO-ED) Class 33619 33620

Age 4-12 4-12

Date 8/30-9/3 8/30-9/3

Day M-F M-F

Fee $130 $130

Time

9 a.m.-1 p.m.

1-5 p.m.

Fee $130 $130

Time

9 a.m.-1 p.m.

1-5 p.m.

Fee $130 $130

Time

9 a.m.-1 p.m.

1-5 p.m.

Fee $130 $130

Time

9 a.m.-1 p.m.

1-5 p.m.

Fee $130 $130

EVERYTHING CIRCUS CAMP

In this camp we do everything Synapse Circus Center has to offer: trapeze, juggling, tightwire, ball walking, trampoline and more! No previous experience needed. Students will get to show off their new skills at the "End of Camp Show" to family and friends on the last day of camp.

Age 6-12

Date 7/26-7/30

Day M-F

Time

12:30-3:30 p.m.

*Located at 309 49th NE ST, Ste C, Auburn, WA 98002.

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SUMMER DANCE CAMP

Come enjoy three days full of fun, music, and dancing!

Dancers will learn how to properly execute dance technique, skills, tricks, and cute dance routines! We will include a variety of genres such as ballet, jazz, pom, and hip-hop. Parents are invited for a dance showcase on Thursday from 1:30-2 p.m.

Class 32790

Age 7-12

Date 6/29-7/1

Day Tu-Th

*Located in the Covington Community Room.

Time

9 a.m.-2 p.m.

MUSICAL THEATRE CAMP: MOANA

At the Ridge Theatre is bringing an outdoor musical theatre program for Pre-K to 6th graders this summer. This camp will be held outdoors at Covington Park and will include 15 hours of training, a show t-shirt and mask, snacks and an opportunity to perform in a camp show on Friday, July 9 for week one and Friday, July 16 for week two. Send an email to at.the.ridge.theatre@live.com for more information and to register.

Age 4-7 8-12

Date 7/5-7/9 7/12-7/16

Day M-F M-F

Time

9 a.m.-12 p.m.

9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Fee $150 $150

*Located at Covington Community Park at the Margaret Harto Pavilion.

Teen/Adult MARTIAL ARTS

Fee $190

This is an ongoing introductory class to Martial Arts. This program teaches students the basics of Taekwondo and Karate along with body movement coordination skills, respect, self-discipline and goal setting. A $40 uniform fee is due to the instructor on the first day of class.

Class Age 33212 13+ 33213 13+ 33214 13+ 33215 13+

Date Day 7/1-7/29 Th 7/13-7/27 Tu 8/3-8/31 Tu 8/5-8/26 Th

Time

6-6:45 p.m.

6-6:45 p.m.

6-6:45 p.m.

6-6:45 p.m.

*Located at 27203 216th Ave SE suite 3, Maple Valley.

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TEEN/ADULT MARTIAL ARTS

CIRCUS ARTS CAMP

Class 33320

THEATRE/DANCE CAMPS

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Aquatics HOW TO REGISTER

All programs require registration, which can be complete online, over-the-phone, or in-person at the Covington Aquatic Center during our office hours. Please visit www. covingtonwa.gov/cac, or call us at (253) 480-2480.

SOCIALLY DISTANCED SWIMMING All swimming requires pre-registration for 25-minute blocks of time. Reserving two consecutive blocks of time will result in an additional 5-minute of swimming time (normally the transition time between), but no additional discounts will be applied. Please see activity catalogue descriptions on registration site for additional details.

LAP SWIMS (per 25-minute block) Lap swimming is available in the deep-end of the pool, with a maximum of two swimmers per lane. Each swimmer is assigned a specific resting wall, and should not stop on the opposite wall or come within six feet of the other swimmer, except to pass. Specific requests cannot be guaranteed, but should be made ahead of time by e-mailing parks@covingtonwa.gov.

Individual Pre-registration Fee

$5.00

PUBLIC SWIMS (per 25-minute block) This activity includes the full pool with a rotation of possible available amenities, including the Magic Carpet, water slide, and diving board. Capacity is strictly limited, and participants must socially distance (at least 6 feet) from those outside their household. Pre-registration is strongly recommended. Children under 6 years old must have one adult in their household accompany them in the water for support (at no cost; child is registered participant in the swim, the adult must pre-register as a supporter at the same time to accompany).

Individual Pre-registration Fee $5.00; Family Rate $5 for the first swimmer, $2 per swimmer from the same household.

SPECIAL EVENTS AMERICAN RED CROSS ADVANCED TRAINING COURSE The Covington Aquatic Center offers advanced training courses. Schedules for these programs vary based upon demand and advanced instructor availability. Please contact the Covington Aquatic Center at parks@covingtonwa.gov or call the front desk at 253.480.2480 to be placed on a class request list.

SEAHORSE SWIM TEAM The Seahorses Swim Team is a recreationally competitive summer team that trains at the Covington Aquatic Center.

They compete in the Summer Splash League against the Federal Way Stingrays & Auburn YMCA Aqua Seals.

Swimmers develop their skills including starts and turns, endurance, drills, and legal swimming of the four competitive strokes, all in a supportive environment.

Come meet new friends and spend time with old ones!

Anyone between the ages of 6-18 years of age who can safely swim the length of the pool without assistance or stopping is welcome to participate, but a swimming level competency of Learn-to-Swim Level 4 or higher is recommended. Registration fee includes team cap, team shirt, and meet fees. Note: Pre-season meeting info will be sent to registered participants.

Practices will be scheduled in groups, during the 6-8 a.m. timeframe on weekday mornings. For Summer 2021, swim meets (competitions) will be scheduled on three Saturday afternoons as “virtual swim meets” with no guest team on site.

Class 3164.26.0600

Age 6-18

Date 6/21-8/6

Day Sat

Time Fees* 6:00-8:00 a.m. $150

*Multi-Child Discounts (must be in the same household, and registered in the same transaction): 3rd Child is $145.00; 4th Child is $142.50; 5th+ Child $140.00. For eligible applicants, financial need-based fee waivers may be available to cover up to half the activity fee for this program.

FAMILY SWIMS (per 25-minute block) This activity takes place in only the shallow-end of the pool.

Capacity is strictly limited, and participants must socially distance (at least 6 feet) from those outside their household.

Pre-registration is strongly recommended. Children under 6 years old must have an adult in their household accompany them in the water for support (at no cost; child is registered participant in the swim, the adult must pre-register as a supporter at the same time to accompany, and should list the children for whom they are providing support).

Individual $5.00; Family Rate $5 for the first swimmer, $2 per swimmer from the same household

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Aquatics POOL SCHEDULE: JUNE 20- AUG 28

SUNDAY

9:00 a.m.-9:55 a.m. WaterX Deep, Lap Swim & Swimming Lessons 10:00 a.m.-11:55 a.m. Swimming Lessons 12:00 p.m.-12:55 p.m. Lap Swim & Swimming Lessons 1:00 p.m.-2:55 p.m. Public Swim

MONDAY/WEDNESDAY

8:00 a.m.-8:55 a.m. WaterX Bootcamp, Lap Swim & Lessons 9:00 a.m.-9:55 a.m. WaterX Deep Aerobics & Swimming Lessons 10:00 a.m.-11:55 a.m. Swimming Lessons 12:00 p.m.-12:55 p.m. Lap Swim & Swimming Lessons 2:00 p.m.-3:55 p.m. Public Swim 4:00 p.m.-6:55 p.m. Swimming Lessons 7:00 p.m.-7:55 p.m. Public Swim 8:00 p.m.-8:55 p.m. WaterX Shallow Bootcamp & Lap Swim

TUESDAY/THURSDAY

7:00 a.m.-7:55 a.m. WaterX Shallow Aerobics 8:00 a.m.-8:55 a.m. Lap Swim & Swimming Lessons 9:00 a.m.-9:55 a.m. WaterX Deep Aerobics & Swimming Lessons 10:00 a.m.-11:55 a.m. Swimming Lessons 12:00 p.m.-12:55 p.m. Lap Swim & Swimming Lessons 2:00 p.m.-3:55 p.m. Public Swim 4:00 p.m.-6:55 p.m. Swimming Lessons 7:00 p.m.-7:55 p.m. Public Swim 8:00 p.m.-8:55 p.m. WaterX Deep & Lap Swim & Family Swim

FRIDAY

8:00 a.m.-8:55 a.m. WaterX Bootcamp, Lap Swim & Lessons 9:00 a.m.-9:55 a.m. WaterX Deep Aerobics & Swimming Lessons 10:00 a.m.-11:55 a.m. Swimming Lessons 12:00 p.m.-12:55 p.m. Lap Swim & Swimming Lessons 2:00 p.m.-3:55 p.m. Public Swim 4:00 p.m.-6:55 p.m. Swimming Lessons 7:00 p.m.-7:55 p.m. Lap & Family Swim

WATER EXERCISE Water exercise classes are great aerobic and cardiovascular workouts that will help you increase your cardiovascular endurance, improve your heart rate, and help lower cholesterol and blood pressure. Per our COVID-19 Operations Plan, we require participants to maintain six feet of separation at all times. Our preregistration water exercise classes are 55-minutes long and include a few different options:

WATERX BOOTCAMP

A more intense cardio muscle building workout with emphasis on interval training while reducing impact to the body’s joints.

WATERX - SHALLOW AEROBICS

A low-impact aerobics and cardiovascular workout in the shallow-end of the pool. These classes emphasize stretching, developing muscular strength, and developing range of motion.

WATERX - DEEP AEROBICS

These classes in the deep-end of the pool give one of the greatest aerobic and toning workouts available with no impact to the body’s joints! These specialized aerobics and cardiovascular workouts provide muscular conditioning and excellent core strengthening.

WATERX CLASS PRICING

Individual Pre-Registration Fee

$10.00

SATURDAY

8:00 a.m.-8:55 a.m. Swimming Lessons & Lap Swim 9:00 a.m.-9:55 a.m. WaterX Deep, Lap Swim & Swimming Lessons 10:00 a.m.-11:55 a.m. Swimming Lessons 12:00 p.m.-12:55 p.m. Lap Swim & Swimming Lessons 1:00 p.m.-2:55 p.m. Public Swim *Pool will be closed July 4 for the Independence Day Holiday.

Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/covingtonaquaticcenter

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Aquatics GROUP SWIM LESSONS PRICING

SWIM LESSONS

PARENT & CHILD, PRESCHOOL AQUATICS AND 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. Parent & Child and Preschool Aquatics classes require an adult from the same household in-water with the student to provide support. 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. Lessons are 25-minutes long, except for Competitive Swim Lessons, which run 55-minutes. If you do not know which level to register for, please contact us at parks@covingtonwa.gov for a consultation.

Ages 6 months-4 years 4-5 years 6-14 years 15+ years

Classes Parent & Child Aquatics Levels 1 & 2 Preschool Aquatics Levels 1-3 Learn to Swim Levels 1-6 Adult Lessons

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

GROUP SWIM LESSONS

Group lessons are available for every skill ability and age, six months and up! Classes run in scheduled sessions: • 5 days/week (Monday through Friday) • 2 days/week (Mondays & Wednesdays) • 2 days/week (Tuesdays & Thursdays) • 1 day/week (Fridays, Saturdays or Sundays) Find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/covingtonaquaticcenter

Class Parent & Child Preschool/LTS Competitive

Fee $102.50 $102.50 $160.00

# Classes 10 10 10

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS

Private Lessons are available in sets of 5 (either 1 day/week or a special Monday-Friday morning set of 5 days in one week) or as individual 25-minute sessions. Semi-Private Lessons are available for two or more students registering for the same private session in the same transaction.

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS PRICING

Class Fee

# Classes Private Swim Lesson $38.00

1 Semi-Private Swim Lesson $23.00 (per student) 1

HOW TO REGISTER

For individual class availability and registration please visit www.covingtonwa.gov/cac or contact us over the phone at (253) 480-2480. In-person registration is available during office hours (listed on page 2).

SUMMER 2021 SWIM LESSONS SCHEDULE Days Sun M-F M/W Tu/Th Fri Sat M-F M-F M/W Tu/Th M-F M-F

Dates

6/20-8/22 6/21-7/2 6/21-7/21 6/22-7/22 6/25-8/27 6/26-8/28 7/5-7/16 7/19-7/30 7/26-8/25 7/27-8/26 8/2-8/13 8/16-8/27

Times 9:00am-1:00pm 9:00am-1:00pm 4:00pm-7:00pm 4:00pm-7:00pm 4:00pm-7:00pm 8:00am-1:00pm 9:00am-1:00pm 9:00am-1:00pm 4:00pm-7:00pm 4:00pm-7:00pm 9:00am-1:00pm 9:00am-1:00pm

# Classes 9 no class 7/4 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10 10

PARK SHELTER RESERVATIONS OPEN MAY-SEPT. Learn more and get a reservation form at www.covingtonwa.gov/parks/rentals.php

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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.

Jenkins Creek Park

Pet Waste Station

Trash Bins

Rental Options

Programming

Swimming

Restrooms

Lighting

Bench/Seating

Play Area

Play Equipment

BBQ/Water

Picnic Area

Courts

Parking Lot

Waterway

Natural Area

ADA Access

Walking Paths

PARK PROPERTIES

Trails

PARK AMENITIES

Cedar Valley Park 26020 186th Place SE

Covington Aquatic Center 18230 SE 240th St

Covington Community Park 17649 SE 240th St

Crystal View Park 25412 170th Pl SE

Evergreen Park 19801 SE 262nd St

Friendship Park 15808 SE 254th Pl

Gerry Crick Skate Park 25064 164th Ave SE

Jenkins Creek Park 18050 SE 267th Pl

Jenkins Creek Trail N of 262nd, E of 180th

SoCo Park

17081 SE Wax Rd

North Wingfield Open Space* 18050 SE 267th Pl

Rainier Vista Open Space* S of 240th St at 185th Ave

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

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COMM GET STARTED BY BE

COMING A

VOLUNTEER JOIN A COVINGTON CITY COMMISSION! Now is your chance to join a group of concerned and dedicated citizens who play a significant role in city government. Commission positions are great for citizens who want to be advocates, proactive participants and leaders in the growth of Covington.

Commission members participate in advisory, advocacy, and planning activities. Openings occur throughout the year, but you can complete an application at any time.

Where would you like to help?

Arts Commission

Parks Commission

Economic Development Council Planning Commission

Human Services Commission Youth Commission

Equity, Cultural and Social Justice Commission

Learn more about the requirements of each commission, view current openings and download an application online at www.covingtonwa.gov/city_government/commissions

JULY 2 - GOLDEN AGE OF BROADWAY CONCERT BY ART (AT THE RIDGE THEATRE) JULY 9 - DISNEY IN THE PARK FAMILY CONCERT BY ART (AT THE RIDGE THEATRE) JULY 16 - DISNEY IN THE PARK FAMILY CONCERT BY ART (AT THE RIDGE THEATRE) JULY 23 - THE INFINITY PROJECT: THE NORTHWEST'S PREMIER JOURNEY TRIBUTE BAND JULY 30 - DARREN MOTAMEDY - SMOOTH JAZZ AUG. 6 - OUTDOOR FAMILY CONCERT - ERIC HERMAN AND THE PUPPY DOGS 14 PARKS@COVINGTONWA.GOV | WWW.COVINGTONWA.GOV/PARKS | (253) 480-2480 AUG. 13 - PAPERBACK WRITER: THE ULTIMATE BEATLES TRIBUTE EXPERIENCE LOCATED AT COVINGTON COMMUNITY PARK & RESERVATIONS WILL BE REQUIRED | WWW.COVINGTONWA.GOV/EVENTS