Lakes Area Recreation Fall and Winter 2013-14

FALL 2013-2014

An Echo Press Publication, September 2013

720 Fillmore Street, Suite B020, Alexandria, MN 56308 Office: (320) 762-2868 | Hotline: (320) 762-3010 | Fax: (320) 762-2944

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ALEXANDRIA YOUTH BASKETBALL

REGISTRATION MEETING September 9th | 7 p.m. | JHS Small Gym Uniform sizing will be done at this time!

PURPOSE • To provide competitive and fun travel basketball opportunities for all athletes (grades 4-8) • Promote personal growth and the development of basketball skills through disciplined practices, challenging instruction and competitive tournament play.

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• Provide continuity between Alexandria youth basketball and Alexandria Varsity basketball program (AYBC board is comprised of volunteer parent and Varsity Basketball coaches.)

TOURNAMENTS Starting in November

4th Grade = 4 5-6th Grade = 6 7-8th Grade = 8

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about LAR akes Area Recreation is a Joint Powers agreement between School District #206, the City of Alexandria, and the townships of Alexandria and La Grand. Board meetings are the fourth Thursday of the month at the Douglas County Library Meeting Room or the MN Extension Office at the Lakes Area Recreation Center.

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Funding Townships & Villages Alexandria City Alexandria Public Schools Alexandria Township Belle River Township Carlos City Carlos Township Forada City Hudson Township Ida Township La Grand Township Lake Mary Township Miltona Township Moe Township Nelson City Osakis Township Spruce Hill Township Douglas County is also a partner by providing reduced rent for the Lakes Area Recreation Center located in the Douglas County Service Center.

Board Members Bryon Alstead Dave Anderson Richard Bromley Jodi Gray Todd Jensen Vern Lorsung Patrick Running Alan Zeithamer Angie Krebs Charlie Meyer

Alexandria Township Alexandria Public Schools La Grand Township City of Alexandria City of Alexandria La Grand Township Alexandria Township Alexandria Public Schools Alexandria Public Schools Douglas County Representative

LAR Staff Fritz Bukowski Todd Johnson Kelly Wencl Cheryl Lund Lori Gulbranson

Director Recreation Supervisor Recreation Supervisor Office Manager Office Assistant

INDEX Facility Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 SilverSneakers® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Cardio Circuit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Power Sculpt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Adult Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Men’s Basketball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Adult Volleyball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Aquatics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 DMS Lap/Walk/Jog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 Open Swim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 ARC Lifeguarding Class . . . . . . . . . .11 Pool Rental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Scuba Diving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12 Youth Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Basketball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Bowling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 School’s Out Open Gym . . . . . . . . . .19 Football . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Gymnastics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Volleyball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 YMCA/LAR Partnership. . . . . . . . . . . .20 Organizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Alexandria Figure Skating Club . . . . . 20 Alexandria Hockey Association . . . . .20 Alexandria Swim Club . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Alexandria Wrestling . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Martial Arts School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

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MISSION To provide recreation and leisure time activities in the broadest sense to all residents of School District #206, using school district, city, and township facilities and funding, along with private resources when available.

Office: 320.762.2868 Hotline: 320.762.3010

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LARhours Office Hours Monday - Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Facility Hours Monday - Friday: 6 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Saturday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Sunday: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Holidays Thanksgiving Day: Closed November 29th: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Christmas Eve Day: Closed Christmas Day: Closed New Year’s Eve Day: 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.

New Year’s Day: Closed

FACILITYinfo Lakes Area Recreation Center Amenities include a cardio room, weight room, gymnasium, gymnastics center, locker rooms, multipurpose room, and Discovery Middle School pool.

The recreation facilities are available to rent for parties, family get-togethers or club meetings.

Reimbursement Policy 1. A credit will be issued for future LAR activities.

2.There will be a $2 “Transaction Fee” for all refunds and transfers to other activities.

3. A credit (less a $2 “Transaction Fee”) will be is sued if a participant calls prior to the start of the activity.

4. No credits will be issued after the starting date of the activity.

Photo Disclaimer Lakes Area Recreation reserves the right to photograph program participants for publicity purposes.

Please be aware that these photos are for recreation use only and may be used in future catalogs, brochures, pamphlets, flyers, or web page.

If you would like to share your child’s activity picture with LAR for our bulletin board or brochures, please stop by our office with your picture for our bulletin board or e-mail the picture to us for our brochures.

Locker Rentals Gym lockers for pass holders and punch pass holders is free. Non-members $20 annually, six month rental is $10, and monthly is $5.

Special Needs If you have a disability and assistance is needed in participating in any Lakes Area Recreation class, or if you have questions about accessibility, call 762-2868.

Fee Assistance United Way of Douglas & Pope Counties has made fee assistance available. In order to qualify for fee assistance you must bring a copy of your qualification for free or reduced lunch from School District #206 and/or proof of assistance from Social Services, and register for all activities in the LAR office.

Fitness classes, dance and camps do not qualify for United Way Funding.

Call 762-2868 if you have any additional questions.

United Way of Douglas & Pope Counties has made fee assistance available. Call 762-2868 if you qualify for SD #206 free or reduced lunch.

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BY FAX at (320) 762-2944 IN PERSON at Lakes Area Recreation OVER THE PHONE at (320) 762-2868 MAILED TO: 720 Fillmore Street, Ste. B020 Alexandria, MN 56308

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RECREATION pass fees Recreation Pass Fees Cardio Room, Lap/Jog/Walk, Open Swim, Open Gym, & Weight Room.

PERIOD

ADULT

YOUTH or 60+

FAMILY

1 Month

$28.05

$21.32

$42.64

3 Months

$70.70

$54.99

$111.10

6 Months

$126.81

$105.49

$203.12

12 Months

$180.00

$120.00

$240.00

Price includes 6.875% sales tax Senior/(60+) Daily Fees Adult Youth Family

Cardio (14+) Weight Room (14+) Open Gym Recreation Open Swimpass fees

$3 $3 $3 $3

$2 $2 $2 $2

$8 $8 $8 $8

Punch Passes • Adult Cardio/Weight Room/Open Gym: 10 punches/$27 Open Swim/Lap/Jog/Walk: 20 punches/$48 • Senior/Youth (Over 18 must present current student ID) Open Gym/Open Swim: 10 punches/$17 Cardio Room/Weight Room: 20 punches/$28 *Includes Preschool Playground, must be 14+ to use weightroom Punch Pass Special September / December / January Purchase an Adult, Youth or Senior 20 punch pass or SilverSneakers® 10 punch pass and receive two punches FREE! Open Gym Open Gym at Discovery Middle School will begin on Tuesday, October 1st. Monthly schedules will be posted at Discovery and are available at Lakes Area Recreation. Schedules may change due to holidays or other organized events.

Fee: $3/adult, $2/youth, $8/family Punch Pass or a Recreation Pass Discovery Middle School Monday - Friday: 6:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Saturday & Sunday: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Adult Only Open Gym Lakes Area Recreation Gym Monday / Wednesday / Friday 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Fee: $3/adult, $2/senior/student, Punch Pass or a Recreation Pass *NOTE: Schedule is subject to change due to school or Lakes Area Recreation activities.

Noon Time Pickleball Pickleball is a sport described as “a combination of ping-pong, tennis, and badminton”, played in schools, parks, and recreation centers. It uses a simplified combination of tennis rules and strategies. Equipment will be provided.

This is a drop-in activity, no experience necessary.

Experienced players will be on site for instruction.

For more information, call Lakes Area Recreation at 762-2868.

Where: Lakes Area Recreation Gym When: Tuesdays and Thursdays Time: 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Fee: $3/adult, $2 senior/student Punch Pass or Recreation Pass Activity Cancellation Policy Call our Sports Activity Hotline at 762-3010 for upto-date information regarding the status of all recreation activities. Lakes Area Recreation will also announce cancellations on the local radio stations, our website at lakesarearecreation.com and on facebook.

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Cardio/Nautilus Room The cardio room features three “treadmills,” three Ellipticals, and one recumbent stationary bike. We also have Nautilus Steel Strength Equipment which includes: bicep curl, lat pull down, tricep press, pec fly, abdominal, low back, leg extension, hip abduction, leg press, shoulder press, and chest press. We encourage you to try a variety of exercise activities while being entertained by four TV’s with Broadcast Vision.

Participants should bring in their own FM band walkman and tune into the TV of their choice. This equipment accommodates the beginner as well as the advanced exercise enthusiast.

FITNESS Weight Room The weight room consists of five benches, leg extension, lat pull-down, cable crossover, preacher curl, multi-rack system, dumbbells, 5 bars, and over 6,000 pounds of free weights.

Facility Hours Monday - Friday: 6 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Saturday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Sunday: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Facility Hours Monday - Friday: 6 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Saturday: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Sunday: 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Daily drop in fee: $3/adult, $2/senior/youth, Punch Pass or a Recreation Pass

Daily drop in fee: $3/adult, $2/senior/youth, Punch Pass or a Recreation Pass

Plan your next party or event at Lakes Area Recreation.

Our gyms and multipurpose room are ideally suited for parties, events, meetings and conferences. Lakes Area Recreation is centrally located at 720 Fillmore St. making it easily accessible and the prices are reasonable. Call (320) 762-2868 for information on fees and availability.

Weight Room Policies • No one under the age of 14 will be allowed to use the weight room unless accompanied by their parent.

• It is recommended that everyone lift with a partner.

• Lifting alone is strongly discouraged. Lifts with straight bars, incline, and flat benches, military press, and squats are not allowed while lifting alone. However, certain exercises are permitted.

• Clean workout clothes and proper gym shoes are required.

• Do not drop weights after completing a lift. All weights must be put away before leaving weight room.

• Anyone violating the weight room policies will no longer be allowed to use the weights.

Facility Rentals and Parties

•Banquets •Gym Games & Tournaments •Birthday Parties •Preschool Playground Parties •Business Meetings •Reunions •Dances •Trainings

Senior Sample Days: 9:30 a.m.- 11 a.m.

Wednesday, September 18 Wednesday, January 15

SILVER SNEAKERS®

SilverSneakers® Fitness Program Includes: SilverSneakers® Fitness Program Classes, Cardio & Weight Room, Open Gym, Open Swim & Lap Swim!

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The SilverSneakers® Fitness Classes provide a great workout for seniors of all ages and abilities. SilverSneakers® is the nation’s leading fitness program designed exclusively for older adults and is available at no additional cost to eligible Medicare members. In Minnesota, this program is offered to eligible members of Humana, Medica, and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota with qualifying health plans. To see if you qualify for membership in the SilverSneakers® Fitness Program, please contact Lakes Area Recreation at 320-762-2868.

SilverSneakers® Classic Have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement and activities for daily living. Handheld weights, elastic tubing with handles and a SilverSneakers® ball are offered for resistance. A chair is available if needed for seated or standing support.

SilverSneakers® Yoga SilverSneakers® Yoga will move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of seated and standing postures designed to increase flexibility, balance and range of movement.

Restorative breathing exercises and final relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity.

Fee for non-SilverSneakers® members: $4 drop-in or SilverSneakers® punch pass

SilverSneakers® Schedule 9:30 - 10:15 a.m.

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY

SILVER SNEAKERS CLASSIC SILVER SNEAKERS CIRCUIT SILVER SNEAKERS CLASSIC SILVER SNEAKERS CIRCUIT SILVER SNEAKERS CLASSIC

10:30 - 11:15 a.m.

Fee for non-SilverSneakers® members: $4 drop-in or SilverSneakers® punch pass

SilverSneakers® Circuit Combine fun with fitness to increase your cardiovascular and muscular endurance power with a standing circuit workout. Upper-body strength work with hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a SilverSneakers® ball is alternated with low-impact aerobic choreography. A chair is used for standing support, stretching and relaxation exercises.

Fee for non-SilverSneakers® members: $4 drop-in or SilverSneakers® punch pass

SilverSneakers® Cardio Get Up & Go with an aerobics class that’s safe, hearthealthy and gentle on the joints. The workout includes easy-to-follow low-impact movement, and upper-body strength, abdominal conditioning, stretching and relaxation exercises designed to energize your active lifestyle.

Fee for non-SilverSneakers® members: $4 drop-in or SilverSneakers® punch pass

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MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY

SILVER SNEAKERS CARDIO SILVER SNEAKERS YOGA SILVER SNEAKERS CARDIO SILVER SNEAKERS YOGA

Senior Nutrition Meeting Your Nutritional Needs as You Age. Instructor: Tammy Welle This is an eight week class that features an informational (lecture) segment and also an open discussion “Q & A” portion. Participants will discuss new nutrition topics each week - feel free to bring topics you would like to discuss or information you would like to share!

Class# 5250.101 Fridays, September 27 - November 15 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. $28/8 weeks or $4 per class or SilverSneakers® Card

NO CLASSES Monday, September 2 Thursday, November 28 Friday, November 29 Tuesday, December 24 Wednesday, December 25 Tuesday, December 31 Wednesday, January 1

Office: 320.762.2868 Hotline: 320.762.3010

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POWER SCULPT

Power Sculpt!

Lakes Area Recreation Auxiliary Room Instructor: Jeri Bundy

This class incorporates strength training, which has been proven to burn 100 extra calories throughout the day of training, because muscle burns more calories than fat. Weights and body resistance build muscle, add definition, tone, regain balance and you will become flexible and strong. Balance balls, low impact step, floor exercise and weights will be used. Core and back strengthening at every session. All exercise can be modified to fit your fitness level. Great workout to great music!

CARDIO CIRCUIT

Punch Pass - 10 punches for $50 / Drop In Fee - $6 LAR one month membership (from date of purchase) for $5 with purchase of a fitness punch card.

Noon-Time Cardio Circuit Lakes Area Recreation Auxiliary Room Instructor: Tammy Welle This class alternates a cardio workout with toning intervals. Cardio will consist of step aerobics and low impact aerobics. Free weights, exercise bands, and exercise balls will be used during toning intervals.

Class includes a warm-up, aerobic and strengthening intervals, cool-down, and stretching.

Punch cards are available in the Lakes Area Recreation office.

10 punches for $50 / drop-in fee - $6 Punch passes will expire one year from purchase.

LAR one month membership (from date of purchase) for $5 with purchase of a fitness punch card.

DAYS

DATES

TIMES

NOTES

T/TH

September 3 - 26

12:30 - 1:15 p.m.

T/TH

October 1 - 31

12:30 - 1:15 p.m.

T/TH

November 5 - 26

12:30 - 1:15 p.m.

T/TH

December 3 - 31

12:30 - 1:15 p.m. NO CLASS DEC. 24 & 26

T/TH

January 2 - 30

12:30 - 1:15 p.m.

T/TH

February 4 - 27

12:30 - 1:15 p.m.

T/TH

March 4 - 27

12:30 - 1:15 p.m.

Your instructor will contact you regarding class cancellations.

DAYS

DATES

TIMES

M/W/F

September 4 - 30

12 - 12:45 p.m.

M/W/F

October 2 - 30

NOTES

12 - 12:45 p.m.

M/W/F

November 1 - 27

POWER SCULPT 12 - 12:45 p.m.

M/W/F

December 2 - 23

12 - 12:45 p.m.

M/W/F

January 3 - 31

12 - 12:45 p.m.

NO CLASS JAN. 20

M/W/F

February 3 - 28

12 - 12:45 p.m.

NO CLASS FEB. 17

M/W/F

March 3 - 31

12 - 12:45 p.m.

NO CLASS NOV. 29

Your instructor will contact you regarding class cancellations.

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Fitness Discounts: Introducing BluePrint for Health® fitness discounts from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota. Here’s a great incentive for getting in shape. If you’re an eligible Blue Cross member*, you can get up to a $20 per month credit toward Lakes Area Recreation’s membership fees or punch passes if you exercise twelve or more days per month.

Up to two eligible adult members per household can take advantage of the program so get started today!

ADULT ACTIVITIES

*Not all Blue Cross health plans include this benefit.

To find out more, go to www.bluecrossmn.com/fitnessdiscounts.

“Fit Choice” Any Medica fully-insured member is eligible to receive up to a $20 per month credit toward Lakes Area Recreation’s membership fees or punch passes if you exercise eight or more days per month. The member must be 18 years of age or older to qualify for the credit.

SilverSneakers® classes are perfect for the public and free to Medicare-eligible members with Medica or Humana Health Plans. The SilverSneakers® Fitness Program will benefit you regardless of your fitness level. The program includes basic fitness membership services and trained instructors lead classes in Muscular Strength - Range of Movement, Cardio Circuit, Cardio Fit, and the new YogaStretch.

MEN’S BASKETBALL Men’s Basketball A captain’s meeting will be on Wednesday, November 13, at 6:30 p.m. at the University of Minnesota Extension Conference Room. The team fee must be presented at the time of registration. League play is scheduled to begin on November 26, 2013.

Open Classification.

CLASS

DAY

DEADLINE

FEE

2100.101

T/TH

NOVEMBER 8

$420

MENS BBALL

35 & Over Basketball Discovery Middle School Gym Sundays, November 17 - April 27, 7 - 9 p.m.

Open Gym Format, Fee: $3 per time

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WINTER ADULT VOLLEYBALL Winter Adult Volleyball Registration will begin on December 2nd. There will be no Captain’s meeting for the winter session. The Captain’s meeting is held before the fall session. League is tentatively scheduled to begin on Monday, January 6, 2014.

• Note: Team fees are due with registration • Schedules will be available on-line starting on Thursday, January 2nd • Participants of the winter leagues must have graduated from high school and be 18 years of age or older • Co-Rec lower divisions will be broken into two divisions.

CLASS

DAY

LEAGUE

CLASS

2120.201

Monday

Men’s

Power

2121.201

Monday

Women’s

Power

2122.201

Tuesday

Women’s

Upper

2123.201

Tuesday

Women’s

Lower

2124.201

Wednesday

Co-Rec

Rec

2125.201

Wednesday

Co-Rec

35 & Over

2126.201

Thursday

Co-Rec

Upper

2127.201

Thursday

Co-Rec

Lower

Registration deadline: Dec. 27. Fee is $255 per team. Register early, league may fill before deadline.

OFFICIALS NEEDED! ADULT VBALL

Interested in some extra cash? Officials are needed for Monday through Thursday night volleyball, Tuesday and Thursday evenings for basketball.

Call the Lakes Area Recreation office at (320) 762-2868 with your name and phone number.

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AQUATICS

OPEN SWIM Fall & Winter 2013/ 2014 Discovery Middle School Pool Schedule Lap Swim / Water Walking / Aquajogging Enjoy the benefits of exercising in the water. This unique exercise environment allows for an excellent workout, with non-jarring effects on the joints and muscles.

Fee: $3 Per Time / Punch Pass or Recreation Pass Starting September 3, 2013 Mon.-Fri. 5:30 a.m. - 7 a.m. (No Fri. in Sept.)

Saturday 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Sunday 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. *Please pick up monthly schedules at LAR. Schedules may change due to holidays or other organized events.

Open Swim For All Ages Children 12 and under will be required to pass a swim test in order to use the deep end of the pool and the diving boards. Swimmers must be able to swim one width of the pool, using front crawl, without stopping.

Children who are not potty trained are required to wear a swim diaper.

Children under 50 inches in height must be accompanied in the water by an adult. Life jackets, swimmies or water wings are permitted when children are kept within an arm’s reach of their parent.

On Sunday afternoons during open swim, patrons are allowed to bring in their own floatation devices such as air mattresses and inner tubes. Floatation devices must be less than six feet in dimension.

Fee:$3/adult, $2/youth, $8/family Punch Pass or a Recreation Pass.

Sundays, September 8 - May 25 1 - 3 p.m.

PLEASE SEE PAGE 12 “Open Swim: A Word to Parents”

American Red Cross Lifeguarding Course

ARC LIFEGUARDING CLASS

This course will provide entry-level lifeguard participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until EMS personnel take over. The course content and activities will prepare participants to make appropriate decisions about the care to provide in an aquatic emergency and a medical emergency. This course includes certification in Lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR & AED. Participants must be 15 years old on or before the last day of class.

Cost includes participant materials and supplies.

Participants will also be required to pass a prerequisite swimming skills test before being allowed to progress through the course. Prerequisite skills include: • Swim 300 yards continuously demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing • Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs • Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds Location: Discovery Middle School, pool and classroom (an informational letter will be sent out prior to the first day of class) • Participants must attend ALL classes in the session for which they register.

• There must be a minimum of 4 people registered to hold class.

• NO refund will be issued for the course if unable to pass prerequisite skills.

CLASS

DAY

DATES

TIMES

6900.301

M-TH

March 3 - 6

9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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OPEN SWIM: A WORD TO PARENTS Our lifeguards are highly trained and skilled. Their job is to assist in making our facilities a safe place to bring the family; however, they are not babysitters. Parents are expected to watch their children and to assist in enforcing the policies for the safety and enjoyment of all patrons. In addition, all children smaller than 50 inches in height must be accompanied in the water and supervised by a person 14 years of age or older.

SCUBA Scuba Experiences

Private Pool Rental

Instructor: Jeff Bosek, Owner of Divers Clubhouse Come join the fun and adventure with a scuba experience. Enter a new world. This class will teach you the basics of scuba diving and what it is like to breathe underwater. The two hour class costs $35.

If you wish to continue your diving adventure, you may apply the $35 towards an open water diving certification class. The class is for ages 10 yrs. and older. *Must be able to swim. **Please provide shoe size and actual shirt size for body suits.

Time: 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.

CLASS

DAYS

DATES

3700.101

Sunday

October 20

3701.101

Sunday

November 17

3702.201

Sunday

December 15

3703.201

Sunday

January 19

3704.201

Sunday

February 16

3705.301

Sunday

March 16

3706.301

Sunday

April 27

3707.301

Sunday

May 18

Fee is $35

ONE PLANET, TWO WORLDS All EQUIPMENT WILL BE PROVIDED AT POOL FOR AGES 10 AND UP. Must have basic swimming Scuba skills and be able to lift 35 lbs.

Discovery Middle School Pool The pool is available for rent on an hourly basis.

1 - 25 people $45/hour 26 - 50 people $50/hour 51 - 75 people $55/hour 76 & up $60/hour

Preschool Playground (This is a parent/child activity.)

Preschoolers and parents are welcome to come play in the Lakes Area Recreation’s indoor playground.

Preschoolers can slide, crawl through tunnels, roll in barrels, bounce balls, jump, run, and just have fun in the Lakes Area Recreation Gym. Parents and children under 12 months are free!

Fee: $2 per child, $17/10 punch card, $28/20 punch card (or included with your family Recreation Pass) October 1 - March 26 Tuesday and Wednesday 9 - 11 a.m.

PRESCHOOL PLAYGROUND PARTY $5 Off Your Next Preschool Playground Party OFFER EXPIRES 2/28/14

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YOUTH ACTIVITIES

BOWLING Junior Bowling Garden Center Lanes This is open to all kids Grades K – 6. Each week league play will begin at 3:30 p.m. and will include 1 ½ hours of on lane bowling instruction and a snack. All bowling will be completed at 5 p.m.

Transportation is provided from each school to Garden Center. Advance arrangement is required.

For more information call 320-763-6565. Register at Lakes Area Recreation.

CLASS

SESSION

DAY

DATES

TIME

FEE

4601.101

1A

M

OCT. 7, 14, 21, 28 NOV. 4, 11, 18 DEC. 2

3:30 - 5 p.m.

$80

4602.101

1B

TH

OCT. 3, 10, 24, 31 NOV. 7, 14, 21 DEC. 5

3:30 - 5 p.m.

$80

4603.201

2A

M

JAN. 6, 13, 27 FEB. 3, 10, 24

3:30 - 5 p.m.

$60

4604.201

2B

TH

JAN. 9, 16, 23, 30 FEB. 6, 13, 20, 27

3:30 - 5 p.m.

$80

4605.301

3A

M

MAR. 10, 17, 24, 31 APR. 7, 14, 21

3:30 - 5 p.m.

$70

4606.301

3B

TH

MAR. 13, 20, 27 APR. 3, 10, 17, 24

3:30 - 5 p.m.

$70

Holiday Tournament

Super Bowling Saturday

Monday, December 9th or Thursday December 12th Separate Boys, Girls & Age Divisions Div. 1 – K, 1 & 2 / Div. 2 – 3 & 4 / Div. 3 – 5 & 6

Garden Center Lanes Fun for all kids ages 5 - 13! Preregistration is greatly appreciated! Every week will include on lane instruction, games, snacks, and guest appearances from Douglas County Sheriff’s K-9, Alexandria Fire Department and Alexandria Law Enforcement! There will be prizes given out weekly for participation, with special prizes the last week for perfect attendance! Fee includes all four Saturdays of bowling instruction, games, snacks & t-shirt! Any questions or for more information call 320-763-6565 or 800-657-3294. Register at Lakes Area Recreation.

For more information and for registration

Youth Bowling please call Garden Center Lanes.

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CLASS

DAY

DATES

TIMES

4600.101

Saturday

Sept. 7, 14, 21 & 28

1 - 3 p.m.

Fee is $38.

Office: 320.762.2868 Hotline: 320.762.3010

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FOOTBALL GYMNASTICS Punt, Pass & Kick September 6, 2013.

Registration starts at 3 p.m., Competition begins at 4 p.m.

Winners to be recognized during half time of the Cardinal Varsity Game vs. Sartell at Citizen’s Field. 7:00 PM game time. Come try a Kick for Cash during half time for a chance to win $300.

Where: Behind Discovery Middle School, Alexandria Who: Boys and Girls ages 8 to 15 (Age as of Dec. 31, 2013) What: Punt, Pass & Kick Competition Kids (ages 8/ 9, 10/11, 12/13, 14/15) They will compete in three categories.

Punt- one football punted for distance and accuracy no cleats allowed Pass- one throw for both distance and accuracy Kick- one football kicked for distance and accuracy off of a tee *Each Participant needs a copy of a valid birth certificate (for age verification) * Participation is free of charge. * 1st place finishers are eligible for Sectional Competition. * Kids with the Top scores in the state compete at the Metrodome in December. *Sectional All-Around Champion’s score will be compared to the other Major League Football 1st Place AllAround Team Champions. The top four will compete in the National Competition held in late January, 2014.

Sponsors: The Alexandria Jaycees, National Football League, Creative Impact Designs, AFLAC, and the Alexandria Cardinal Varsity Football Team.

Contact: Shawn Thelen - Alexandria Jaycees (320) 760-6707 | sthelen@telecom-tech.com P.O. Box 131, Alexandria, MN 56308 More info and links to online registration at www.nflyouthfootball.com or www.alexjaycees.com

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Gymnastics 1910 Aga Drive, Alexandria MN 320-219-9724 Parent and Tot class: This is a semi-structured program for children 18 months or older (up to 3 1/2 years) accompanied by a parent or guardian at least 18 years old. This class is great for developing your child’s listening skills, learning how to take turns, and developing hand-eye coordination and other motor skills.

Little Leapers: This class is for 3 year olds. Participant must be potty-trained (no Pull-Ups) and will be introduced to bars, beam floor and mini tramp. In this program children will put their listening skills to good use!

Preschool: This class is for 4-5 year olds. Classes will include instruction on floor, beam, bars, vault, and mini tramp. Students will work on large motor skill development, stretching and balance.

Intro to Gymnastics 1: This class is for students ages 5 & 6 who are not able to perform a cartwheel to a feet first landing.

Intro to Gymnastics 2: This class is for students ages 7 & up who are not able to perform a cartwheel to a feet first landing.

Tiny Tumbler: By recommendation only. This class is for students ages 4 - 5 year olds and who are able to perform a cartwheel to a feet first landing and a straight-arm bridge.

Level 1: This class is for students age 5 & up and who are able to perform a cartwheel to feet first landing and a straight-arm bridge.

Level 2: This class is for students ages 6 & up and have mastered: forward roll, backward roll, handstand, cartwheel, kick-over off the mat, pull-over on bars walking up the mat, and forward, backward, and sideways walks on the low beam, and can walk unassisted on the high beam.

Level 3: This class is for students ages 6 & up and have mastered: forward roll, backward roll, cartwheel w/a lunge, tight locked handstand, round-off, back-limber, bridge kick-over from the floor, pull-over on the bars and a side handstand on the low beam.

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NEW! Tumble 4 Dance This class is specifically designed for dancers who want to learn tumbling skills to enhance their dance routines.

Advanced Class: This class is for gymnasts that have passed Level 3 or Pre-team and would like to continue working on more advanced skills only one time a week.

Pre-Team: By Recommendation Only. This class is for students ages 6 & up and have mastered: a tight locked handstand, handstand forward roll, handstand to bridge kick-over, round-off, with rebound, back handspring down the cheese mat unassisted, cartwheel on low beam, handstand on low beam, pull-over on bars w/straight legs, and a back-hip circle on bars.

Boys Beginner: This class is for 4 - 5 year old BOYS. Classes will include instruction on floor, beam, bars, and mini tramp. Students will work on large motor skill development, stretching and balance.

Boys Recreational: This class is for boys age 5 & up and who are able to perform a cartwheel to feet first landing and a straight-arm bridge. This class will practice boys events including floor, vault, single rail bar, rings and beginner pommel horse. Also will work on beams some for balance practice.

Boys Advanced: By recommendation only. To inquire about our advanced boys class, call Lakes Area Gymnastics at 219-9724.

High School (Grades 7 - 12): Participants must have some high school experience.

Open Gymnastics: (Ages 6 and up) 1½ hours of supervised gym activity. *Waiver must be signed by parent/guardian at the first open gym student attends.

Preschool Open Gym: (Ages 18mo - 5) 1½ hours of mini gym activity. Children must be accompanied by a parent.

USAG Team Gymnastics: Levels 3-10 train and compete under all USAG regulations and skill levels.

Please contact the office at (320) 219-9724 if you would like more information about team.

Private Lessons: Set up on an individual basis.

These lessons are great for kids that would like to learn “that one” gymnastics skill they need for gymnastics, dance, cheer or any other reason! Call (320) 219-9724 for more information. Fee: $24 per hour Lakes Area Gymnastics requests parents bring their children into their class, wait for the coach to take their child before leaving, and come in to pick them up after each class. Any children arriving late to class need to be accompanied by a parent and brought into the class, as the coach will already be in the gym. Thank you for your cooperation.

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Session One September 9 - October 30 Register for Session 1 “Online only” beginning at 9 a.m. on Friday, August 30th. Walk-in and phone registrations will begin on Tuesday, September 3rd at 9 a.m.

No Class Oct. 31st GYMNASTS ENROLLED IN THIS SESSION ARE SET TO PARTICIPATE IN THE FALL SHOWCASE ON 10/26/13!

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Session Two November 4 – December 21 Register for Session 2 “Online only” beginning at 9 a.m. on Friday, October 25th. Walk-in & phone registrations will begin on Monday, October 28th at 9 a.m.

No Class Nov. 28 - 30 No Class Dec. 23 - Jan. 3 No main gym classes on Dec. 5 due to high school meet. *Morning mini gym classes are not affected by high school meets.

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Session Three January 6 - March 1 Register for Session 3 “Online only” beginning at 9 a.m. on Friday, December 20th. Walk-in & phone registrations will begin on Monday, December 23rd at 9 a.m.

Due to high school meets, there will be no classes on Jan. 7, 9, 14 & 16 *Morning mini gym classes are not affected by high school meets.

Office: 320.762.2868 Hotline: 320.762.3010

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1 CLASS DAY DATES

TIMES

LEVEL

FEE

8100.101

Tu

9/10 - 10/29 10 - 10:40 a.m.

Parent & Tot

$64

8101.102

W

9/11 - 10/30 5 - 5:40 p.m.

Parent & Tot

$64

8102.103

Sa

9/14 - 10/19 10 - 10:40 a.m.

Parent & Tot

$48

8150.101

M

9/9 - 10/28

Little Leapers

$74

8151.102

Tu

9/10 - 10/29 11:40 - 12:20 p.m. Little Leapers

$74

8152.103

Tu

9/10 - 10/29 4:50 - 5:30 p.m.

Little Leapers

$74

8153.104

W

9/11 - 10/30 5:50 - 6:30 p.m.

Little Leapers

$74

8154.105

Sa

9/14 - 10/19 11:40 - 12:20 p.m. Little Leapers

$58

8200.101

M

9/9 - 10/28

Preschool

$74

8201.102

Tu

9/10 - 10/29 10:50 - 11:30 a.m. Preschool

$74

8202.103

Tu

9/10 - 10/29 4 - 4:40 p.m.

Preschool

$74

8203.104

Th

9/12 - 10/24 4:50 - 5:20 p.m.

Preschool

$66

8204.105

Sa

9/14 - 10/19 10:50 - 11:30 a.m. Preschool

$58

8300.101

Th

9/12 - 10/24 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Tiny Tumblers

$73

8250.101

Sa

9/14 - 10/19 12:30 - 1:10 p.m.

Beginner Boys

$58

8350.101

M

9/9 - 10/28

Intro 1(5&6yr)

$82

8351.102

Tu

9/10 - 10/29 5:40 - 6:40 p.m.

Intro 1(5&6yr)

$82

8352.103

W

9/11 - 10/30 3:50 - 4:50 p.m.

Intro 1(5&6yr)

$82

8353.104

M

9/9 - 10/28

5:15 - 6:15 p.m.

Intro 2(7&up)

$82

8400.101

M

9/9 - 10/28

4 - 5 p.m.

Level 1

$82

8401.102

Tu

9/10 - 10/29 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Level 1

$82

8403.104

Th

9/12 - 10/24 4 - 5 p.m.

Level 1

$73

8404.105

Sa

9/14 - 10/19 9 - 10 a.m.

Level 1

$64

8450.101

M

9/9 - 10/28

Level 2

$90

8451.102

Tu

9/10 - 10/29 4 - 5:15 p.m.

Level 2

$90

8453.104

Th

9/12 - 10/24 5:15 - 6:30 p.m.

Level 2

$80

8454.105

Sa

9/14 - 10/19 10:15 - 11:30 a.m. Level 2

$70

8500.101

M

9/9 - 10/28

5 - 6:30 p.m.

Level 3

$94

8501.102

Tu

9/10 - 10/29 6:30 - 8 p.m.

Level 3

$94

8502.103

Th

9/12 - 10/24 6:45 - 8:15 p.m.

Level 3

$83.50

8503.104

Sa

9/14 - 10/19 11:45 - 1:15 p.m.

Level 3

$73

8900.101

W

9/11 - 10/30 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Tumble 4 Dance $88

8650.101

Th

9/12 - 10/24 5:30- 7 p.m.

Advanced

$87

8600.101

Tu

9/10 - 10/29 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Boys Adv

$82

8552.101

TBD

Sept./Oct.

TBA

Boys Rec

8700.101

TBA

Sept./Oct.

TBA

Pre-Team

8800.101

TBA

TBA

High School

5:10 - 5:50 p.m.

6 - 6:40 p.m.

4 - 5 p.m.

6:30 - 7:45 p.m.

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Gymnastics Open Gym September - May 6+: Saturday, 1:30 - 3 p.m. $6 Per Time Preschool: Friday, 10 - 11:30 a.m.

5 & Under: Saturday, 1:30 - 3 p.m. $3 Per Time

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FALL SHOWCASE 

                            Note: Fall Gymnastics Showcase does not include Parent/Tot or Tumble 4 Dance classes!

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2 CLASS

DAY DATES

8103.101

W

8104.102 8105.103

TIMES

LEVEL

FEE

11/6 - 12/18 5 - 5:40 p.m.

Parent & Tot

$56

Th

11/7 - 12/19 10 - 10:40 a.m.

Parent & Tot

$48

Sa

11/9 - 12/21 10 - 10:40 a.m.

Parent & Tot

$48

8155.101

M

11/4 - 12/16 5:10 - 5:50 p.m.

Little Leapers

$56

8156.102

Tu

11/5 - 12/17 4:10 - 4:50 p.m.

Little Leapers

$56

8157.103

W

11/6 - 12/18 5:50 - 6:30 p.m.

Little Leapers

$56

8158.104

Th

11/7 - 12/19 11:40 - 12:20 p.m. Little Leapers

$48

8159.105

Sa

11/9 - 12/21 11:40 - 12:20 p.m. Little Leapers

$48

8205.101

M

11/4 - 12/16 6 - 6:40 p.m.

Preschool

$56

8206.102

Tu

11/5 - 12/17 3:20 - 4 p.m.

Preschool

$56

8207.103

Th

11/7 - 12/19 10:50 - 11:30 a.m. Preschool

$48

8208.104

Sa

11/9 - 12/21 10:50 - 11:30 a.m. Preschool

$48

8301.101

Tu

11/5 - 12/17 6:10 - 7:10 p.m.

Tiny Tumbler

$63

Gymnastics Open Gym

8251.101

Sa

11/9 - 12/21 12:30 - 1:10 p.m.

Beginner Boys

$48

September - May

8354.101

M

11/4 - 12/16 4 - 5 p.m.

Intro 1(5&6yr)

$63

8355.102

Tu

11/5 - 12/17 5 - 6 p.m.

Intro 1(5&6yr)

$63

8356.103

W

11/6 - 12/18 3:50 - 4:50 p.m.

Intro 1(5&6yr)

$63

8357.104

M

11/4 - 12/16 5:15-6:15 p.m.

Intro 2 (7&up)

$63

8405.101

M

11/4 - 12/16 4 - 5 p.m.

Level 1

$63

8406.102

Tu

11/5 - 12/17 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Level 1

$63

8407.103

Sa

11/9 - 12/21 9 - 10 a.m.

Level 1

$54

8455.101

M

11/4 - 12/16 6:30 - 7:45 p.m.

Level 2

$70

8456.102

Tu

11/5 - 12/17 4 - 5:15 p.m.

Level 2

$70

8457.103

Th

11/7 - 12/19 6 - 7:15 p.m.

Level 2

$50

8458.104

Sa

11/9 - 12/21 10:15 - 11:30 a.m. Level 2

$60

8504.101

M

11/4 - 12/16 5 - 6:30 p.m.

Level 3

$73.50

8505.102

Tu

11/5 - 12/17 6:30 - 8 p.m.

Level 3

$73.50

8506.103

Th

11/7 - 12/19 4:15 - 5:45 p.m.

Level 3

$52.20

8507.104

Sa

11/9 - 12/21 11:45 - 1:15 p.m.

Level 3

$63

8651.101

TBA

Nov./Dec.

Advanced

$

8550.101

Th

11/7 - 12/19 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Boys Rec

$45

8601.101

Tu

11/5 - 12/17 7:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Boys Advanced

$63

8701.101

TBA

Nov./Dec.

Pre-Team

$

8901.101

W

11/6 - 12/18 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

TBA

TBA

Gymnastic Center Party Book your party today!

2 Hours, 1 hour in the gym with coach, 1 hour in the party room. Up to 10 kids.

Fee: $95 Call: 320.219.9724 Gymnastics Center 1910 Aga Drive Alexandria, MN 56308

6+: Saturday, 1:30 - 3 p.m. $6 Per Time Preschool: Friday, 10 - 11:30 a.m.

5 & Under: Saturday, 1:30 - 3 p.m. $3 Per Time

Tumber 4 Dance $77 Office: 320.762.2868 Hotline: 320.762.3010

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3 CLASS DAY DATES

TIMES

LEVEL

FEE

8106.201

Th

1/23 - 2/27

5 - 5:40 p.m.

Parent & Tot

$48

8107.202

Th

1/9 - 2/27

10 - 10:40 a.m.

Parent & Tot

$64

8108.203

Sa

1/11 - 3/01

10 - 10:40 a.m.

Parent & Tot

$64

8160.201

M

1/6 - 2/24

5:10 - 5:50 p.m.

Little Leapers

$64

8161.202

Tu

1/21 - 2/25

4:10 - 4:50 p.m.

Little Leapers

$48

8162.203

Th

1/23 - 2/27

5:50 - 6:30 p.m.

Little Leapers

$48

8163.204

Th

1/9 - 2/27

11:40 - 12:20 p.m. Little Leapers

$64

8164.205

Sa

1/11 - 3/01

11:40 - 12:20 p.m. Little Leapers

$64

8209.201

M

1/6 - 2/24

6 - 6:40 p.m.

Preschool

$64

8210.202

Tu

1/21 - 2/25

3:20 - 4 p.m.

Preschool

$48

8211.203

Th

1/9 - 2/27

10:50 - 11:30 a.m. Preschool

$64

8212.204

Sa

1/11 - 3/01

10:50 - 11:30 a.m. Preschool

$64

8302.201

Tu

1/21 - 2/25

6:10 - 7:10 p.m.

Tiny Tumbler

$54

8252.201

Sa

1/11 - 3/1

12:30-1:10 p.m.

Beginner Boys

$64

8358.201

M

1/6 - 2/24

4 - 5 p.m.

Intro1(5&6yr)

$72

8359.202

Tu

1/21 - 2/25

5 - 6 p.m.

Intro1(5&6yr)

$54

8360.203

Th

1/23 - 2/27

3:50 - 4:50 p.m.

Intro1(5&6yr)

$54

8361.204

M

1/6 - 2/24

5:15-6:15 p.m.

Intro 2 (7&up)

$72

8408.201

M

1/6 - 2/24

4 - 5 p.m.

Level 1

$72

8409.202

Tu

1/21 - 2/25

5:30 - 6:30 p.m.

Level 1

$54

8110.203

Th

1/23 - 2/27

6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Level 1

$54

8411.204

Sa

1/11 - 3/01

9 - 10 a.m.

Level 1

$72

8459.201

M

1/6 - 2/24

6:30 - 7:45 p.m.

Level 2

$80

8460.202

Tu

1/21 - 2/25

4 - 5:15 p.m.

Level 2

$60

8461.203

Th

1/23 - 2/27

4 - 5:15 p.m.

Level 2

$60

8462.204

Sa

1/11 - 3/01

10:15 - 11:30 a.m. Level 2

$80

8508.201

M

1/6 - 2/24

5 - 6:30 p.m.

Level 3

$84

8509.202

Tu

1/21 - 2/25

6:30 - 8 p.m.

Level 3

$63

8510.203

Sa

1/11 - 3/01

11:45 - 1:15 p.m.

Level 3

$84

Jan. Feb

TBA

Advanced

8652.201 8551.201

Th

1/23 - 2/27

6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Boys Rec

$54

8602.201

Tu

1/21 - 2/25

7:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Boys Adv.

$54

Jan./Feb.

TBA

PreTeam

$150

1/23 - 2/27

7 - 8 p.m.

Tumble 4 Dance $66

8702.201 8902.201

Th

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A WORD TO PARENTS It is very important to understand that all children acquire skills at different rates. Some children find it easy, while others take longer to make their bodies respond to what their brain is trying to tell them. Others may need to work on strength and flexibility. It should be expected that a child would take the same level class for about one year! A child should not feel pressured to move too quickly through the classes, especially if they are enjoying it!

Gym 3 HERE CLICK

A minimum of four participants are required to hold a class.

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LOOK FOR SPRING/SUMMER REGISTRATION DATES! View online the week of February 24th.

Online Registration begins February 28, in office registration begins March 3.

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HOTLINE Dial 762-3010 for all sports and activity information and weather related announcements!

VOLLEY BALL

GIFT CERTIFICATES Gift Certificates Give the gift of recreation for all occasions! The perfect idea for all ages and interests!

Youth Volleyball Sundays at Lakes Area Recreation Gym. For youth in grades 3 - 6. Participants are encouraged to wear an athletic t-shirt, shorts, and clean, dry, nonmarking tennis shoes. Registration is limited, so sign up early! Each class is limited to 45 participants.

You may use this gift to purchase one of many pass options or for visiting our cardio/nautilus room, open gym, weight room, pool activities, or participating in our adult or youth programs.

Customized to fit your gift-giving needs! The possibilities are endless! Browse through our brochure for ideas. Gift certificates are available in any amount.

Grades 3 - 4: A fun introduction to the basic skills of volleyball. Ultra light volleyballs will be used.

Grades 5 - 6: Develop your volleyball skills through practice and scrimmages.

CLASS

DATES

TIME

GRADE FEE

1700.101

Sept. 15 - Nov. 3

1 - 2 p.m.

3rd & 4th $51

1701.102

Sept. 15 - Nov. 3

2 - 3 p.m.

5th & 6th $51

A BIG THANK YOU TO ALL OUR VOLUNTEERS!

YouthVolleyBall

OPEN GYM School’s out?

Open Gym is on!

On most non-school weekdays the Lakes Area Recreation gym will be open for school age kids to play basketball. This is open gym and will not be a supervised activity. Fee: $2 Oct. 17, 18: Nov. 27: Dec. 26, 27: Jan. 20: Feb. 17: March 3 - 7:

1:30 - 3 p.m.

1:30 - 3 p.m.

1:30 - 3 p.m.

1:30 - 3 p.m.

1:30 - 3 p.m.

1:30 - 3 p.m.

Volunteers assist Lakes Area Recreation in providing quality services and programs for Alexandria area residents year round. Without our volunteers, it would be difficult to continue to offer the quality recreation for youth, adults, and senior citizens. Volunteers are a vital part of our community.

VOLUNTEER PARENTS ARE NEEDED! Show your support by getting involved in your child’s favorite sport and making a difference.

CLICK HERE Register Online GO! Office: 320.762.2868 Hotline: 320.762.3010

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ORGANIZATION ACE’s Basketball AABA Alexandria Area Hockey AASA Soccer Alex Basketball Club Alex Elementary Wrestling Alex Figure Skating Alex Jaycees Alex Area Tennis Association Alex Volleyball Club Alex Area YMCA Community Ed Diver’s Clubhouse Lakes Area Gymnastics Center Just for Kix LOL Girl Scouts MN Children’s Choir Schutz Tae Kwon Do USA Swim Club Women’s Hockey League

CONTACT

PHONE|WEBSITE

Larry Novotny

762-5154 759-4056 762-0303 www.alexandriasoccer.org 846-4063 886-5699 www.alexandriafigureskating.org

David Setterstrom Tom Wosepka Shawn Thelen Wendy Kohler Tom Ellison

contact@alexjaycees.com www.alexjaycees.com

Steve Haug Becky Schlichting Jeff Bartholomew Main Office Jeff Bosek

762-2140 701-261-4207 alexandriaymca.com 762-3310 852-7139 219-9724

Crystal Hoepner Linda Bear Shelly Engfer Triebenbach Kevin Schutz

491-6996 alexandria_mn@justforkix.com

Sue Justice

759-1196 320-296-1973 759-7298 www.alexswimclub.org 759-3162

YMCA Lakes Area Recreation Partnership

contacts

For over three years the YMCA has had the good fortune to positively impact the lives of individuals and families through the breadth and scope of programs that focus on Youth Development, Healthy Living and Social Responsibility.

The needs of our community have changed, and the YMCA and Lakes Area Recreation have and will remain a central means to meeting them. We’ve always known that positive change only comes about when we invest in our kids, our health and our neighbors.

The YMCA and Lakes Area Recreation are teaming up to offer comprehensive, progressive youth sports programming.

The YMCA and Lakes Area Recreation are pleased to announce a program agreement. Our staff will jointly develop the progressive program curriculum and will work together to provide quality programs in the area of basketball, football and baseball in the community.

In simplest terms, the YMCA will provide programming in baseball, football, and basketball in grades Pre-K through Kindergarten, and Lakes Area Recreation will focus on grades 1st through 3rd grades and beyond.

The YMCA and Lakes Area Recreation are committed to jointly programming and executing quality program curriculum for each sports program. The YMCA and Lakes Area Recreation will collectively market these programs through print and online materials to share program opportunities for kids and families in our community.

To register for YMCA programs, you will continue to register via the YMCA web-site or at the YMCA office, and for Lakes Area Recreation programs you will register via the Lakes Area Recreation web-site or in person at Lakes Area Recreation.

YMCA & LAR

For more information on YMCA Youth Sports Programs, please contact Gerry Hoelscher, 320-834-9622.

For information on LAR Youth Sports Programs, please contact Todd Johnson, 320-762-2868.

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3rd & 4th Grade Flag Football For youth in grades 3 & 4 (’13 - ’14). The goal of this program is to familiarize future players with the game of football by teaching skills and drills through game situations and controlled scrimmages. The program will meet six times beginning September 7 through October 12. T-shirt included.Jefferson Senior High School Citizens Field

YMCA FLAG FOOTBALL YMCA Fall Flag Football

CLASS

DAYS|DATES

TIME

FEE

(PRE-K/K) This program stresses the basic fundamentals of football, and applies them in game situations. All flag football participants will receive a t-shirt and an award.

This program is held at the Nokomis Fields, behind Jefferson High School.

Parent volunteer coaches are needed for this program, call (320) 834-9622.

1251.101

Sa | Sept. 7 - Oct. 12

8 - 9 a.m.

$50

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1st - 3rd Grade Youth Basketball 2013 - 2014

Ages: Pre-K Dates: Sept. 7 - Oct. 12 Day: Saturdays Time: 10:30 - 11 a.m.

Fee: $25 (Member) $37.50 (Non-M) Ages: Kindergarten Dates: Sept. 7 - Oct. 12 Day: Saturdays Time: 9:30 - 10:15 a.m.

Fee: $30 (Member) $37.50 (Non-M)

YOUTH BASKETBALL

Lakes Area Recreation will be offering a ten-week winter basketball program for boys and girls in grades 1- 3. The season will run from December 7 until February 22. The program will meet on Saturdays focusing on the fundamentals of basketball. The success of this program depends on parent involvement, therefore, a parent coaches meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, October 23 at 6:30 p.m. in the University of MN Extension Conference Room. Parent coaches are urged to come. Fee: $50 (Includes a t-shirt or jersey for your child to keep.) December 7 - February 22.

1st & 2nd Grade Flag Football

CLASS

GRADE

TIME

1506.202

BOYS 1st

8:30 a.m.

1507.204

BOYS 2nd

9:30 a.m.

1508.205

BOYS 3rd

10:30 a.m.

This is an introduction to the game of football for youth in grades 1st and 2nd. We will concentrate on the basics of football through drills and game activities. The program will meet six times beginning September 7 through October 12. T-shirt included. Jefferson Senior High School Citizens Field CLASS

DAYS|DATES

TIME

CLASS

GRADE

TIME

1250.102

Sa | Sept. 7 - Oct. 12

9 - 10 a.m. $50

1500.202

GIRLS 1st

8:30 a.m.

1501.204

GIRLS 2nd

9:30 a.m.

1502.205

GIRLS 3rd

10:30 a.m.

ALL BOYS GAMES WILL TAKE PLACE AT VOYAGER

FEE

CLICK HERE Register Online GO! 1&2nd flag football

ALL GIRLS GAMES WILL TAKE PLACE AT WOODLAND

PARENTS- WE NEED YOUR HELP 1-3

A volunteer basketball parent/coaches meeting for coaches or parents who are interested in coaching will be held on Youth Bball Wednesday, October 23th at 6:30 p.m.

University of MN Extension Conference Room.

Call 320-762-2868 for more information.

Office: 320.762.2868 Hotline: 320.762.3010

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4th - 6th Grade Youth Basketball 2013 - 2014 Lakes Area Recreation will be running an eight week fall/winter basketball league for boys and girls in grades 4 - 6. Participants will practice one hour during the week, with scheduled scrimmages on Saturdays.

The success of this program depends on parent involvement, therefore, a parent coaches meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, October 23 at 6:30 p.m. in the University of MN Extension Conference Room.

Parent coaches are urged to come. Fee: $50 (Includes a t-shirt or jersey for your child to keep.)

November 2 - January 11.

CLASS

GRADE

TIME

1509.101

BOYS 4th

8:00 a.m.

1510.103

BOYS 5th

9:15 a.m.

1511.105

BOYS 6th

10:30 a.m.

ALL BOYS GAMES WILL TAKE PLACE AT DISCOVERY

CLASS

GRADE

TIME

1503.101

GIRLS 4th

8:00 a.m.

1504.103

GIRLS 5th

9:15 a.m.

1505.105

GIRLS 6th

10:30 a.m.

YMCA 3 on 3 League Join us for a tournament style basketball league. In a 3 on 3 game, players are forced to practice fundamentals. This allows players to learn and master the basics before moving on to complex game play. Sign up as a team with 3-5 on a team. League winners receive t-shirts!

Sundays, October & November 5th Gr. Girls: 6 - 7 p.m.

5th Gr. Boys: 7 - 8 p.m.

Adults: 8 - 9 p.m.

Fee: $120/team

ALL GIRLS GAMES WILL TAKE PLACE AT LAR GYM

YMCA Gym Rats Basketball (PRE-K/K)

4-6 Gym YouthRats Bball is an introductory basketball program that stresses the basic fundamentals of basketball, like passing, shooting, defense, rebounding and understanding the beginning rules of the game. A combination of staff and volunteers will coach this program.

Participants receive a T-shirt.

Ages: Pre-K Dates: Nov. 2 - Dec. 14 Day: Saturdays Time: 10:30 - 11 a.m.

Fee: $20 (Member) / $25 (Non-M) Ages: Kindergarten Dates: Nov. 2 - Dec. 14 Day: Saturdays Time: 9:30 - 10:15 a.m.

Fee: $30 (Member) / $37.50 (Non-M)

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Now is the time to join!!

Meet new friends and have fun learning the fundamentals of the amazing sport of competitive swimming. Alexandria Swim Club athletes will learn how hard work, discipline, and dedication can help them learn to set goals and achieve success in a lifelong sport.

The Fall/Winter season starts the beginning of October, and runs through Mid-March. Registration night will be held on

Monday September 16, 2013 at 6:30pm at Calvary Lutheran Church’s Sanctuary.

For more information please check our website at www.alexswimclub.org or check us out on Facebook at www.facebook.com/alexandriaswimclub.

Feel free to contact the Head Coach, David Molesworth at coach@alexswimclub.org or at (320)763-3023 with any further questions.

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Rink Rookie Hockey Program Rink Rookie Players are boys & girls that will be 1st or 2nd year players and are 4 to 9 years old.

$75 for season registration

To Register: Attend the Alexandria Area Hockey Association, AAHA, Fall registration at the Runestone Community Center

Thursday, September 5th 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, September 7th 8:00 to 10:00 a.m.

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