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SUMMER 2025
PROGRAM REGISTRATION
Spring program and summer camp registration opens March 3 at 8am
Register Online:
1. Visit www.EncinitasParksandRec.com
2. Click on Programs
3. Create an account or login
4. Search for an activity by course # or keyword
5. Add to shopping cart
6. Review enrollment and confirm selections
7. Accept waiver and pay
Register in-person:
Walk-in registration is accepted during business hours at the Encinitas Community & Senior Center, City Hall at the Parks, Recreation & Cultural Arts Department, and Pacific View Arts Center.
PROGRAM FEES
The cost of each course in this guide is listed in the details with the course description. Please account for any applicable fees listed below. Credit Card Transaction fees will be charged @ 3.66%.
Youth & Adult
Adult 50+
REFUNDS/CANCELLATIONS
Activities are subject to change. A full refund will be given if the City cancels the activity.
Refund requests submitted in writing to prca@encinitasca.gov at least seven (7) calendar days before the first program meeting date may be granted minus a $20 cancellation fee, $10 for senior programs. Registration processing and credit card transaction fees are non-refundable.
REGISTRATION GUIDELINES
Complete registration guidelines including IMPORTANT policies and fee changes for registration, transfers, wait lists, and cancellations can be viewed online. Scan QR code for guidelines.
PROGRAM ACCOMMODATIONS
The City of Encinitas Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department is committed to providing inclusive programs and opportunities to increase individual potential for full and active participation in all activities and experiences. Requests for accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
If you require an accommodation or need further information concerning inclusive or specialized recreation and accommodation for a city program, please contact us with at least 72 hours notice before the activity date. To request accommodation or for additional information, please email prca@encinitasca.gov
YOUTH SCHOLARSHIPS
The City of Encinitas offers financial assistance for youth programs to Encinitas Residents who meet income requirements. Please contact the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department office at (760) 633-2740 for more information.
Front Cover: Encinitas Groms Surf Camp by Colin Leibold
PLACES TO PLAY IN YOUR CITY
FOR YOUR INFORMATION
Park hours are dawn to dusk except for permitted events or unless stated otherwise. Beach parking and amenities hours are 5am - 10pm. Beach is closed 2am - 4am. No glass containers or polystyrene food containers allowed at City parks, beaches and trails. All parks are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Special Event and Facility Use Permits are available for select locations. For complete details on all of the City's parks, beaches, facilities and recreational trails, visit www.EncinitasParksandRec.com or call the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department at (760) 633-2740.
Summer is a wonderful time for adventure, exploration, and connection with the outdoors. Here in Encinitas, our Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Arts Department (PRCA) is proud to offer programs that strengthen our vibrant community. This summer, youth can enjoy enriching camps at the beach, parks, art center, and recreation facilities, while residents of all ages can participate in a variety of sports, arts programs, and our popular beach concerts. Inclusion and community spirit are what make Encinitas unique — here, you’re not just someone who surfs in Encinitas; you’re an Encinitas surfer.
We invite you to be an active part in shaping our parks, facilities, and services. Your voice matters and is essential to the success of PRCA. You can report issues easily through the MyEncinitas app, available on Apple and Android devices. Another meaningful way to stay involved is through participation in our commissions, which focus on Youth, Senior Citizens, Arts, and Parks & Recreation and make recommendations to the Encinitas City Council. Find meeting agendas, schedules, and more information on the City's website. Let's work together to make this a memorable summer in Encinitas!
Director of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts – City of Encinitas
To learn more about opportunities to sponsor events and programs with Encinitas Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts, email nwhite@encinitasca.gov
BY THE WEEK Summer Camps
Summer Camp registration is open and fills up fast. Don't delay and register now to reserve your space!
Encinitas Beach Kids (ages 6-8) 13
Jr. Lifeguards (ages 9-17) 15
Jr. Lifeguards Aid (ages 15-17)+ 15
Little Groms Surf Camp (ages 5-8) 14
Big Groms Surf Camp (ages 9-16) 14
Sinjin Smith Beach Volleyball Camp (ages 7-17) 14
Calling all Superheroes Camp (ages 3-6) 13
Rainbow Unicorn Dance Camp (ages 3-6) 13
Jewelry Making Camp (ages 8-12) 13
Makers Lab - Art Exploration (ages 6-12) 13
Seaside Day Camp (ages 6-12) 11
Pacific View Arts Camp (ages 6-12) 12
Counselor in Training Arts Camp (ages 13.5-15)+ 12
Counselor in Training Seaside Camp (ages 13.5-15)+ 11
Mine, Craft, Build - Survival Game using LEGO (ages 7-12) 15
Pokemon Engineering using LEGO (ages 5-9) 15
STEM Discovery using LEGO (ages 5-9) 15
Mad Science - Brixology (ages 6-11) 15
Mad Science - Crazy Chemistry (ages 6-11) 16
Mad Science - NASA Space Academy (ages 6-11) 16
Mad Science - Red Hot Robots (ages 6-11) 16
Code Studio (ages 6-12) 16
Game Paradise (ages 6-13) 16
Gaming and Coding (ages 6-12) 16
Video Game Design (ages 10-17) 16
IGame Creator (ages 6-10) 17
Roblox Studio - Programming & Gaming (ages 6-17) 17
Are you ready to have some good old-fashioned camp fun? Seaside Day Camp is ready to provide you with an opportunity to be with your friends, play games, be in nature, and have some fun! Each week we have at least one field trip off-site! Plan to spend your break with us away from screens and the same daily routines. Great childhood memories are waiting to be made at Seaside Day Camp!
*No program 6/19 and 7/4 ANAC = Alga Norte Aquatic Center
Seaside Day Camp – Extended Care (ages 6-12)
The fun continues in Seaside Extended Care. This is not a separate camp and is only open to children who are already registered for the same session of Seaside Day Camp.
Instructor: Encinitas Recreation Staff
Location: Glen Park Scout House
Counselor In Training Program (ages 13.5-15)
CITs learn leadership and work-readiness skills while having fun in a supervised day camp program. Interested youth must complete a program application, interview, and training before summer. Please contact the program supervisor at 760-9432261 for an application and more information. Applications accepted until Friday, June 6, 2025. CIT opportunities for Arts camps are also available with the same deadline (see page 9).
Date
TimeDayFee
Weekly 6/16 – 8/8*9am – 3pmM – F $120 - $150
*No program 6/19 and 7/4
*No program 6/19 and 7/4
CAMPS
Pacific View Arts Camp (ages 6-12)
Young artists will spend a week exploring their creative side through a variety of art projects such as drawing, painting, sculpting, mixed media, printmaking, fiber arts and more based on different themes each week. A walk to Moonlight Beach Park for lunch will provide a chance to eat, play, and hang with friends. Campers in weeks 1-7 will have their artwork exhibited in the Summer Student Art Show at Art Night on Saturday, August 2.
Instructor: Arts Staff
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
6/16 – 6/20* 9am – 3pm
6/23 – 6/27 9am – 3pm
6/30 – 7/3* 9am – 3pm
7/7 – 7/11 9am – 3pm
7/14 – 7/18 9am –
7/21 – 7/25 9am – 3pm
7/28 – 8/1 9am – 3pm
8/4 – 8/8
*No program 6/19 and 7/4
Pacific View Arts Camp – Summer Extended Care (ages 6-12)
The creativity continues with Pacific View Arts Camp Extended Care for Summer 2025. Campers will take a short walk to the Encinitas Library with side trips to Viewpoint Park. This is not a separate camp and is only open to participants who are registered for the related week’s session of Pacific View Arts Camp.
Instructor: Arts Staff
Location: Encinitas Library
Weekly 6/16 – 8/8* P.M. Care 3 – 6pm M – F $36 - $45
*No program 6/19 and 7/4
Counselor In Training Program (ages
13.5-15)
CITs learn leadership and work-readiness skills while having fun in a supervised and creative day camp program. Interested youth must complete a program application, interview, and training before summer. Please contact Pacific View Arts Center for the application and more information at (760) 943-2160 or pvac@ encinitasca.gov. Applications are accepted until Friday, June 6, 2025 at 4:00pm. CIT opportunities for Recreation camps are also available with the same deadline (see page 8).
Weekly 6/16 – 8/8* 9am – 3pm M – F $120 - $150
*No program 6/19 and 7/4
CAMPS
Little Groms Surf Camp (ages 5-8)
Little Groms is dedicated to our next generation of water kids who are ready to learn about the ocean and its constantly changing conditions so they can be safe and have fun. We have daily lessons in ocean safety, introduction to surfing, boogie boarding, body surfing and swimming in the ocean. They learn about rip currents, tides, swells, stingrays, and other factors that can impact a day at the beach. Kids are allowed to learn at their own pace and comfort level. It is a weeklong process teaching kids about the changing daily conditions and how to navigate them. More info at www.TheLittleGroms.com.
Instructor: Brent Stephens
Location: Moonlight State Beach
AM Sessions
5/27 – 5/30*9am – 12pmTu – F$36415685
6/2 – 6/69am – 12pmM – F$45515686
8/25 – 8/299am – 12pmM – F$45515698
9/2 – 9/5*9am – 12pmTu – F$36415699
*No program 6/19, 7/4 and 9/1
PM Sessions
5/27 – 5/30*1 – 4pmTu – F$36415701
6/2 – 6/61 – 4pmM – F$45515702
6/9 – 6/131 – 4pmM – F$45515703
6/16 – 6/20*1 – 4pmM, Tu, W, F$36415704
6/23 – 6/271 – 4pmM – F$45515705
6/30 – 7/3*1 – 4pmM – Th$36415706
7/7 – 7/111 – 4pmM – F$45515707
7/14 – 7/181 – 4pmM – F$45515708
7/21 – 7/251 – 4pm M – F$45515709
7/28 – 8/11 – 4pmM – F$45515710
8/4 – 8/81 – 4pmM – F$45515711
8/11 – 8/151 – 4pmM – F$45515712
8/18 – 8/221 – 4pmM – F$45515713
8/25 – 8/291 – 4pmM – F$45515714
9/2 – 9/5*1 – 4pmTu – F$36415715
*No program 6/19, 7/4 and 9/1
Big Groms Surf Camp (ages 9-16)
This surf camp teaches proper surfing fundamentals and techniques with an emphasis on skill development and ocean safety. Surf camp is ideal for BEGINNER and INTERMEDIATE level participants that want to become more efficient surfers. Experienced staff will work with campers individually and in small groups to create a fun and productive environment. Surfboards are provided.
Instructor: Brent Stephens
Location: Moonlight State Beach
5/27 – 5/30*9am – 12pmTu – F$36415668
6/2 – 6/69am – 12pmM – F$45515667
9/2 – 9/5*9am – 12pmTu – F $36415681
*No program 6/19, 7/4 and 9/1
Sinjin Smith Beach Volleyball Camp (ages 7-17)
Join Sinjin Smith’s exclusive beach volleyball camps and elevate your game with top-tier coaching from a handpicked team of experts, personally selected and endorsed by the King of the Beach himself. Our dedicated coaches are passionate about helping players of all levels improve their skills in a fun, supportive, and safe environment on the sand. Plus, you might even get a surprise visit from Sinjin Smith during the sessions! For more information, visit: www.beachvolleyballcamps.com.
Instructor: Sinjin Smith Camp Staff
Location: Moonlight State Beach
6/9 – 6/138:30 – 11:30amM – F$32515654
6/16 – 6/20*8:30 – 11:30amM, Tu, W, F$27515655
6/23 – 6/278:30 – 11:30amM – F$32515656
6/30 – 7/3*8:30 – 11:30amM – Th$27515657
7/7 – 7/118:30 – 11:30amM – F$32515658
7/21 – 7/258:30 – 11:30amM – F$32515660
7/28 – 8/18:30 – 11:30amM – F$32515661
8/4 – 8/88:30 – 11:30amM – F$32515662
8/11 – 8/158:30 – 11:30amM – F$32515663
8/18 – 8/228:30 – 11:30amM – F$32515664
8/25 – 8/298:30 – 11:30amM – F$32515665
*No program 6/19 and 7/4
CAMPS
Mad Science – Crazy Chemistry (ages 6-11)
Shake up a flask of fun in the lab and become a junior chemist! Learn to recognize chemical reactions and mix up a few reactive ingredients for some sensational results. Check out the colors of chemistry with the power of pH paper and create a stopperpopping reaction. Probe the properties of light and discover some unusual applications of glow-in-the-dark technology. Campers have a blast as they make some crazy concoctions.
Instructor: Inspire You Staff
Location: Encinitas Community Center
Mad Science – NASA Space Academy (ages 6-11)
Mad Science and NASA have teamed up to bring you the excitement and wonder of space in the NASA Space Academy camp. This is your chance to be a rocket scientist! Explore the science involved in rocket construction as you build and launch your own rocket. Watch an amazing rocket launch and create a lunar eclipse. Use teamwork to complete an important space mission and build a model space station.
Instructor: Inspire You Staff
Location: Encinitas Community Center
Mad Science – Red Hot Robots (ages 6-11)
Join Mad Science for an introduction to robots! Throughout the week, campers will become robot engineers as they build a unique motorized robot that transforms into four unique creatures, each increasing in difficulty. Discover the inner workings of robots by experimenting with circuits, gears, sensors, and power supplies. Learn about robot programming and the different tasks robots perform in our world. Experiment with sound sensing, line tracking, and solar-powered robots.
Instructor: Inspire You Staff
Location: Encinitas Community Center
Code Studio (ages 6-12)
This course offers younger students a fun, interactive look at coding. Students will create virtual apps and write their own programs that they can share with friends and family. This course makes learning to code fun and explores problem solving and programming logic.
Instructor: Youth Tech Staff
Location: Encinitas Library
Gamer Paradise (ages 6-13)
This class offers students a look at multiple areas of game design. From mobile game development to stand alone games, if you have a gamer, you will not want to miss this class. Students will create multiple games that they can share with friends and family.
This course combines two unbelievable experiences for students, gaming and coding. Students spend the morning taking an interactive look at coding and building virtual apps to share with friends. In the afternoon, students build simple video games combining the art of video game design and animation to create interactive characters that fly around the screen.
This course provides students with a fun interactive look at the world of mobile video game design and development. Students enrolled in this camp will learn the basics of video game design and produce several different interactive video games to share with their friends and family.
Want to create video games? This is an introductory course for younger students who want to learn to build simple video games. This course combines the art of video game design and animation to create interactive characters that fly around the screen. Amaze your friends and family with your fun interactive games.
Instructor: Youth Tech Staff
Location: Encinitas Library
Roblox Studio – Programming and Gaming Development (ages 6-17)
Calling all ROBLOX users! Join in with millions of gamers and immerse yourself in your own 3D world! ROBLOX Studio is a 3D-based program that uses physics, LUA programming, and individual creativity to build a world around you, and your avatar - unlike any other software. This course will guide students through concepts such as beginner physics, LUA programming, and game development. Students will build and published their game to share with friends and family!
This session will cover the technology of digital photography as well as key concepts in the world of digital imaging. Students enrolled in this course will take photos and learn how to manipulate images using powerful image editing software to create the image that they envision.
This practical, interactive course teaches students about digital video design and production. Participants will have the opportunity to film, direct, and edit their own digital video projects. Those who enroll in this course will impress their peers with green screen techniques and special effects.
In this course, students will explore the technology of animation and digital design. Those who delight in visiting different sites for engaging interactive animations will find this class particularly enjoyable. Utilizing award-winning animation software, students will craft their own interactive animations to share with the world.
A fun introduction to sports designed to help kids get moving and build confidence! Kidokinetics presents a variety of different summer camps to get your child moving and trying a wide range of sports and activities.
A combination of four popular sports creates a fun learning experience with: basketball, lacrosse, jai alai and hockey to learn agility, accuracy, flexibility, balance, endurance, coordination and speed.
Instructor: Kidokinetics Staff
Location: Cardiff Sports Park
8/4 – 8/89am – 12pmM – F$25015728
Kidokinetics: Run the Bases Summer Camp (ages 5-8)
There is no better feeling than running across home plate. We will learn the basics of what it means to run bases while we rotate between kickball, T-ball, and other sports. Kids will learn basic skills for each of these sports as well as work on their cardiovascular endurance and teamwork.
Instructor: Kidokinetics Staff
Location: Encinitas Community Park
7/7 – 7/119am – 12pmM – F$25015725
Kidokinetics: SportsPlay Summer Camp (ages 5-8)
A fun introduction to sports, designed to help kids get moving and build confidence! Each week features a warmup, an introduction to a new sport or activity, free play, cooldown, and an ageappropriate anatomy and physiology lesson.
Instructor: Kidokinetics Staff
Location: Encinitas Community Park
CAMPS
Youth Pickleball Camp (ages 6-12)
Discover the world's fastest-growing sport with our exciting Pickleball Camp! This camp develops essential skills like hand-eye coordination, balance, and motor skills, while also promoting teamwork, communication, and patience. Campers will learn to play with confidence, enthusiasm, and a genuine love of the game. Beginners are welcome! Our curriculum covers all the fundamentals, including scoring, rules, technique, and strategy. Campers must bring their own paddle.
Instuctor: Ron Dashwood, PCI Certified Coach
Location: Encinitas Community Center Gymnasium
Ages 6-8
– 8/159am – 12pmM
9-12
– 8/1512:30
SD Skatelife Camp (ages 6-12)
Join us at the Encinitas Skate Plaza for a week of skateboarding fun! Learn how to skate in a safe and controlled environment with expert instructors from SD Skatelife. This camp is designed to teach skateboarders of any level. Learn skateboarding fundamentals, meet guest professional skateboarders and make new friends.
Instructor: Andrew Barbosa
Location: Encinitas Community Park, Skate Plaza
6/16 – 6/20*9am – 1pmM, Tu, W, F$20015634
6/23 – 6/279am – 1pmM – F$25015635
7/7 – 7/119am – 1pmM – F$25015636
7/14 – 7/189am – 1pmM – F$25015637
7/28 – 8/19am – 1pmM – F$25015638
8/4 – 8/89am – 1pmM – F$25015639
*No program 6/19
CAMPS
Soccer Shots Camps
Camps provide children with an opportunity to develop soccer skills, character, and creativity. Centered around a theme, children take part in soccer games, crafts, team building exercises, and even literature. The Classic and Premier Camps, though aligned with skills and character words, differ in their offerings and are designed to meet the appropriate age of the groups.
Instructor: Soccer Shots Staff
Location: Encinitas Community Park
Classic (ages 3-5) – Half Day Camp
6/23 – 6/27 9am
7/21 – 7/25 9am – 12pm M – F $250 15475 8/4 – 8/8 9am – 12pm M – F $250 15476
Premier (ages 5-10) – Half Day Camp
6/23 – 6/27 9am – 12pm M – F $250 15478
7/21 – 7/25 9am – 12pm M – F $250 15479
8/4 – 8/8 9am – 12pm M – F $250 15480 Premier (ages 5-10) – Full Day Camp
6/23 – 6/27 9am – 3pm M – F $450 15470
7/21 – 7/25 9am – 3pm M – F $450 15471
8/4 – 8/8 9am – 3pm M – F $450 15472
World Cup Soccer Camp –Development Academy (ages 10-13)
Mornings focus on technique training and skill development to elevate players to the next level. Afternoons emphasize gameplay and tactical understanding. With expert coaches, this camp offers a fun and challenging experience for players of all skill levels. Fees include a World Cup Soccer Camp T-shirt, a player's evaluation and a camp memento. Complimentary early Drop-off starts at 9am, instruction starts at 9:30am.
Instructor: World Cup Soccer Staff
Location: Leo Mullen Soccer Field
World Cup Soccer Camp – High School Players (ages 14-17)
Coaches focus on preparing players for high school tryouts and the upcoming season. Mornings are dedicated to intensive and motivating skill training and coordination. The afternoon is dedicated to matches and conditioning. These camps are physically challenging and designed to push players to the next level. fees include a World Cup Soccer Camp T-shirt, a player's evaluation and a camp memento.
Instructor: World Cup Soccer Staff
Location: Encinitas Community Park
Volleyball Skill Builder Camp (ages 9-12)
Build your physical and mental skills with this awesome camp that focuses on volleyball essentials, passing, serving, setting, attacking, blocking, digging, rotation, sportsmanship, and rules will be covered in this fun camp. Participants will practice fundamentals through a variety of different drills, critiqued by Master Sports instructors, giving every player the tools they need to succeed. Includes: Volleyball - Dri-fit Performance Shirt.
Instructor: Master Sports – Tedd Ekeroth
Location: Encinitas Community Center Gymnasium
*No program 7/4
CAMPS
SPECIALTY
ARIMAW Presents Harry Potter Camp (ages 6-11)
Immerse yourself in the enchantment at Harry Potter camp! Align with a Hogwarts house or create your own, master a variety of spells, sharpen your wizarding duels, craft your personal Snitch, Marauder's Map, and a bespoke sword of Godric Gryffindor. Concoct potions in every hue and texture and partake in a round of Quidditch. A magical journey beckons at Harry Potter camp!
Instructor: ARIMAW Staff
Location: Encinitas Community Center
ARIMAW Presents Jr. Zookeeper Camp (ages 6-11)
Do you love animals? At Junior Zookeeper Camp, you'll discover fascinating facts, play animal-themed games, and create crafts, with possible guest appearances from animal friends like hawks, foxes, and raccoons. Explore diverse ecosystems and deepen your appreciation for our planet's wildlife!
Instructor: ARIMAW Staff
Location: Encinitas Community Center
ARIMAW Presents Spa Retreat Camp (ages 6-11)
Kids deserve R&R too! At Spa-tastic Camp, campers will explore relaxation and self-care through makeup, hairstyling, nail art, manipedis, and more. It’s a week of fun, creativity, and pampering—a spa-themed slumber party they’ll love!
Instructor: ARIMAW Staff
Location: Encinitas Community Center
Chess Wizards Camp (ages 6-12)
Enjoy challenging chess lessons, exciting games, and cool prizes. You'll improve your chess skills, meet new friends, and work out your most powerful muscle - your brain! Camps include fun team chess games (like Corner Chess), recess time (of course), snacks, tournaments, and puzzles. Each camper receives a T-shirt, trophy, and puzzle folder.
Instructor: Chess Wizards Staff Location: Encinitas Community Center
Cooking Camp (ages 5-12)
Calling all aspiring Chefs! Work as a team to create delicious culinary creations. The process is just as fun as the results. Some of the recipes include, grandmas peach cobbler, pizza toast, meatball sliders, and much more!
Instructor: Charlene Donovan Location: Encinitas Community Center
6/16 – 6/20* 9am – 12pm M, Tu, W, F
*No program 6/19 and 7/4
Kids Yoga Camp (ages 6-10)
Join us for a fun filled week of yoga, crafts, journaling, friendship and more! We'll focus on mindfulness, self-care, kindness, peace and introspection, all in a fun, safe and engaging environment.
Instructor: Marci Kawar
Location: Encinitas Community Center
Parent & Me Little Artists (ages 2-3)
Make art with your child! Little artists create a new work of art every week using watercolors, tempera, pastels, pencils, acrylic, clay, felt, fabric and more. Parent or caregiver participation required.
Instructor: Courtney Oquist
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Course
6/26 – 7/10* 10 – 10:45am Th $70+ 16162
+ $20 materials fee is due to the instructor at the first class * No program 6/19
Drawing for Littles (ages 4-5)
Children learn step-by-step how to create detailed and colorful works of art, while developing an awareness of basic shapes, colors, compositions, hand-eye coordination, and more.
Instructor: Courtney Oquist
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
6/17 – 7/8 1:30 – 2:30pm Tu $70 16160
7/15 – 8/5 1:30 – 2:30pm Tu $70 16161
+$20 materials fee due to the instructor at the first class
SPORTS
Kidokinetics SportsPlay (Ages 3-6)
A fun introduction to sports designed to help kids get moving and build confidence! Each week features a warmup, an introduction to a new sport or activity, free play, cooldown, and an ageappropriate anatomy and physiology lesson.
Instructor: Kidokinetics
Location: Encinitas Community Park
Time Day Fee Course
6/2 – 6/30 8:15 – 9am M $120 15732
7/14 – 8/25 8:15 – 9am M $160 16264
Soccer Shots Clinics (ages 2-3)
Introduce your child to the beautiful game of soccer in a creative, age appropriate, non-competitive setting. Soccer Shots classes develop strong youth beyond just the game of soccer. Classes are taught by coaches who are passionate about working with children and teaching soccer.
Instructor: Soccer Shots
Mini (ages 2-3)
Cardiff Sports Park
7/13 – 9/7 9 – 9:30am Su $245 16199 7/13 – 9/7 10:20 – 10:50am Su $245 16201
Create small works of art size 2.5" x 3.5" that promote creativity and positive intentions. Use drawing, painting, collage and mixed media to create expressive designs.
Instructor: Danielle Deery
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
8/12 – 8/26 3:30 – 5pm Tu $30 16140
Beginner Acrylics: Abstract Skateboard Art (ages 12 -17)
Turn a blank skateboard deck into a bold, abstract masterpiece! In this hands-on beginner class, students will design, sketch and paint a custom skateboard using acrylics. Learn surface prep, brush techniques, color blending, and finishing touches.
Instructor: Arts Staff
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
6/18 – 7/9* 3:30 – 5pm W $175 + 16165 + $35 materials fee due to the instructor at the first class
Brief History of Graphic Design (ages 13+)
Ever wondered how design got to where it is today? In this twoday course, we'll dive into the history of graphic design, from Bauhaus rebels to bold postmodern rule-breakers. You will explore iconic designers, game-changing movements, and how design shapes culture, giving you plenty of inspiration for your own creative work.
Instructor: Q Gourki
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Kids Can Sew (ages 5-11)
Sewing is for everyone! Students will learn the basics to hand and machine sewing. Students will practice different stitches and work with various fabrics while developing life skills. Students will sew a bookmark, soft plushie and scrunchies. Projects may vary due to class interests. Looking for patient, responsible students interested in sewing to join the fun!
Instructor: Natalia Quintero
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Tote Bag Workshop (ages 13-17)
Interested in sewing your own tote bag? Join this 2-day workshop where you will practice your sewing skills. You will create handles, pockets and a large tote bag to enjoy.
Instructor: Natalia Quintero
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
YOUTH / TEEN
Beat Busters Hip Hop (ages 4-7)
Welcome to Beat Busters, where the rhythm never stops, and the energy is always high! Designed for boys and girls ready to unleash their inner dance superstar, our dynamic class is all about having fun while honing creativity, coordination, musicality, and listening skills. Rest assured, all music and moves are ageappropriate, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all.
Instructor: Dance to EvOLvE Staff
Location: Encinitas Community Center
Ballet and Tap for Children (ages 4-7)
This class introduces young dancers to the basics of ballet and tap through fun games, rhythmic exercises, and interactive learning. Children explore their creativity, develop coordination, and build confidence, while incorporating elements of musical theater to enhance expression and performance in a joyful, supportive environment.
Instructor: The Young Innovators Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Teen Dance Hula and Ballet Pages 37 - 38
Keiki Hula (ages 5-11)
Your keiki (child) will love learning the art of hula! Not only will they learn to dance the hula, but they will also learn Hawaiian vocabulary through fun songs and story books.
Instructor: Jessica Kehaulani Freeman
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Broadway Bound: Musical Theater for Children (ages 5-11)
Join our dynamic musical theater class for kids, where they’ll explore acting, dancing, and vocal performance. Through games, coaching, and imaginative activities, students will build confidence while learning repertoire from an exciting musical, all in a fun, supportive environment that encourages creativity and self-expression.
Instructor: The Young Innovators
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Silly Songs Kids (ages 7-11)
Kids will learn how to write and record their own silly songs! Each class will be split into two parts: the first hour will focus on songwriting structure and writing lyrics, and the second hour will be dedicated to making music using homemade instruments and everyday household items. By the end of the course, students will have recorded their own silly songs to share!
Instructor: Amy RedFeather
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
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Junior Film Crew (ages 5-11)
Our Junior Film class introduces new filmmakers to the exciting basics of creating movies. They will learn essential concepts such as camera operation, sound recording, lighting techniques and editing skills. Through hands-on projects and fun activities, they'll gain a foundational understanding of film production and unleash their creativity.
Instructor: The Young Innovators
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
8/16 – 9/20 10 – 11am Sa $168 16185
Small Talk Studio: A Podcast for Kids (ages 5-11)
Kids with big ideas, this is your time to shine! Welcome to Small Talk Studio, where young voices take center stage. In this class, you'll learn how to record, edit, interview guests, and share your stories with the world. Learn podcasting basics and make new friends in this fun and engaging, interactive class!
Instructor: The Young Innovators
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
SPECIAL INTEREST
Princess Tea Party (ages 4-8)
Join us for a special event where your child will learn about good manners and social skills while enjoying tea and cookies. We will play games and dance, have story time, and create a themed craft to take home. Don’t forget to put on your favorite party dress/outfit!
Instructor: Kelsey Waters
Location: Encinitas Community Center
Child and Babysitter Safety (ages 11-17)
This is a community education program for youth, that covers child safety and basic care for infants and children. Topics covered include: sitter safety, infant and child feeding, diapering procedures, recognizing an emergency, child and infant CPR, and basic first aid for children. Participants receive a digital download of the booklet and a Babysitter certificate from the American Health & Safety Institute and an Infant/Child CPR certificate of participation upon completion.
Instructor: Lockhart Training
Location: Encinitas Community Center
FITNESS
Karate – Beginner (ages 6-17)
International Karate League: Modified Okinawa Shorin-Ryu. Learn fundamentals of traditional karate for the purpose of developing character, respect, conditioning, and self-protection. Taught by a Sensei with vast experience teaching children, teens, and adults in a fun, disciplined, and supportive environment. For more information visit www.ikl.org
Instructor: Marc Pease
Location: Encinitas Community Center
– 8/13*
16092 8/24 – 9/28 1:30 – 2:30pm Su $36 16085
*No program 7/13, 7/16, 7/20
Karate – Intermediate (ages 6-17)
This karate class further develops physical ability, mental acuity, and strength of character. Learn how to move like a martial artist, improving balance, posture, breathing, and ambidexterity. Further exploration of kata (forms), kumite (sparring), and self-defense concepts. Entry to intermediate class requires instructor approval.
Instructor: Marc Pease
Location: Encinitas Community Center
7/6 – 8/17 1:30 – 3:30pm Su $45 16086
8/20 – 9/24 5:30 – 7:30pm W $54 16093
8/24 – 9/28 1:30 – 3:30pm Su $54 16091
YOUTH SPORTS
SOCCER
Soccer Shots Clinics (ages 2-10)
Introduce your child to the beautiful game of soccer in a creative, age appropriate, non-competitive setting. Soccer Shots classes develop strong youth beyond just the game of soccer. Classes are taught by coaches who are passionate about working with children and teaching soccer.
Instructor: Soccer Shots
Mini (ages 2-3)
Cardiff Sports Park
7/13 – 9/7 9 – 9:30am Su $245 16199
7/13 – 9/7 10:20 – 10:50am Su $245 16201
Mini (ages 2-3)
Encinitas Community Park
7/8 – 9/9 3:45 – 4:15pm Tu $230 16203
7/10 – 9/11 3:45 – 4:15pm Th $230 16206
7/12 – 9/6 9 – 9:30am Sa $245 16158
7/12 – 9/6 10:20 – 10:50am Sa $245 16196
Classic (ages 4-6)
Cardiff Sports Park
7/13 – 9/7 8:15 – 8:55am Su $245 16198
7/13 – 9/7 9:35 – 10:15am Su $245 16200
Classic (ages 4-6)
Encinitas Community Park
7/8 – 9/9 4:20 – 5pm Tu $230 16204
7/10 – 9/11 4:20 – 5pm Th $230 16207
7/12 – 9/6 8:15 – 8:55am Sa $245 16157
7/12 – 9/6 9:35 – 10:15am Sa $245 16159
Premier (ages 6-10)
Cardiff Sports Park
7/13 – 9/7 10:55 – 11:45am Su $245 16202
Premier (ages 6-10)
Encinitas Community Park
7/8 – 9/9 5:05 – 5:55pm Tu $230 16205
7/10 – 9/11 5:05 – 5:55pm Th $230 16208
7/12 – 9/6 10:55 – 11:45am Sa $245 16197
SURF
Little Groms Surf School (ages 5-8)
Dedicated to our next generation of surfers and watermen who are just ready to hit the water but may be a bit scared. Your child will learn ocean safety, develop skills to swim in the ocean, bodyboard, and surf, while making some new surf buddies!
Instructor: Brent Stephens
Location: Moonlight State Beach
9/9 – 9/30 3:30
Big Groms Surf School (ages 9-16)
Surfing fundamentals, proper techniques, skill development, and ocean safety are taught to participants in a well-supervised and fun environment. Our professional and experienced staff will make sure students have a great time, whether just beginning to surf or focusing on improving their current set of skills.
Instructor: Brent Stephens
Location: Moonlight State Beach
VOLLEYBALL
Sinjin Smith Beach Volleyball Class (ages 8-16)
Learn from coaching staff that have learned from the king himself. Beach volleyball coaches will help each participant develop their beach volleyball skills in a fun and safe setting on the sand. Sinjin makes appearances all the time, join us for a chance to meet the king of the beach! For more information please visit: www. beachvolleyballcamps.com
Instructor: Sinjin Smith
Location: Moonlight Beach
ADULT SPORTS
BASKETBALL
Men’s Basketball Lunch League
The lunch league consists of full court games designed to keep the action moving. Teams are formed daily, and games are twelve minutes in duration. Times may vary due to other programs. Review the Monthly Gym Calendar for confirmation of times.
League Administrator: Jeran Fraser
Location: Encinitas Community Center Gymnasium
Women’s Basketball League
The Women's Basketball League is for players of all abilities 18 and up. Games are played on Monday nights. All teams will play approximately 10 regular season games and a championship tournament for the top four teams in the league. Game times are based on the number of teams in the league. Individual sign up only prior to the player draft when players are placed on teams. Registration fee $300/team plus an additional fee for Officials.
League Administrator: Alisha Carlson
Location: Encinitas Community Center Gymnasium
*No program 7/4 and 9/1
Morning Men’s Basketball
Get your morning hoops on at the Community Center. This is a great way to get in shape while having fun. Games are played 5 on 5 full court. Games are based on continuous play to promote great cardio.
League Administrator: Paul Klock – Saturdays Adam Fowler – Sundays Location: Encinitas Community Center Gymnasium
* No program 9/1 +Additional official fees, $83 per game
Women’s Basketball Lunch League
Join the Encinitas Ladies only lunch league. Games are full court and are a great way to get your cardio in, make new friends, and keep your game on point. Times may vary due to other programs. Review the Monthly Gym Calendar for confirmation of times.
League Administrator: Robyn Bowman
Location: Encinitas Community Center Gymnasium
7/1 – 8/15* 8/19 – 9/30 4:30 – 5:30pm 11am – 12pm
* No program 7/4
ADULT SPORTS
BOXING
Strong and Steady Boxing for Beginners
Build strength, improve balance, and energize your body through this fun and engaging workout. Using light weights and functional movements, you'll improve muscle tone and joint stability. You will also "glove up" and have fun punching heavy bags while moving and grooving to upbeat music. No experience necessary, just a willingness to improve your health, have fun and enjoy every minute together! Don't be shy, give it a try!
Instructor: Dana Donahue
Location: Sugar Boxing Gym
7/10 – 8/28 10:15 – 11am Th $120 16232
PICKLEBALL
Let’s Play Pickleball – Level 1: Beginner Clinic
Join us to learn the basics of America's fastest-growing sport! Our beginner clinics are perfect for those new to pickleball. You'll learn the rules, proper techniques, and essential strategies. Bring your own paddle and get ready to have fun!
Instructor: Ron Dashwood, PCI Certified Coach
Location: Encinitas Community Center Gymnasium
7/9 – 8/27 4:40 – 5:40pm W $100 16240
7/12 – 8/30 1 – 2pm Sa $100 16242
9/3 – 10/22 1:30 – 2:30pm W $100 16241
9/6 – 10/25 1 – 2pm Sa $100 16243
Let’s Play Pickleball – Level 2: Intermediate Clinic
Ready to take your pickleball game to the next level? Our intermediate clinics focus on refining your skills and techniques. We'll work on scoring, serving, advancing to the kitchen, and playing a more intentional game. Join us for a mix of instruction, drills, and practice!
Instructor: Ron Dashwood, PCI Certified Coach
Location: Encinitas Community Center Gymnasium
Date Time Day Fee Course
7/9 – 8/27 5:50 – 6:50pm W $100 16244
7/12 – 8/30 2:10 – 3:10pm Sa $100 16246
9/3 – 10/22 2:40 – 3:40pm W $100 16245
9/6 – 10/25 2:10 – 3:10pm Sa $100 16247
Let’s Play Pickleball – Level 3: Advanced Clinic
Elevate your game with our advanced clinic! Focus on techniques and strategies to gain confidence and win more matches. Learn dinking mastery, partner play, resets, and how to score your first ATP. Join us for a mix of instruction, drills, and practice to take your pickleball skills to the next level!
Instructor: Ron Dashwood, PCI Certified Coach Location: Encinitas Community Center Gymnasium
7/9 – 8/27 7 – 8pm W $100 16248
7/12 – 8/30 3:20 – 4:20pm Sa $100 16250 9/3 – 10/22 5:15 – 6:15pm W $100 16249
9/6 – 10/25 3:20 – 4:20pm Sa $100 16251
Pickleball Afternoon Rally
Afternoon Rally offers social and competitive pickleball play for all skill levels in a welcoming environment. Afternoon Rally reserves courts with no line ensuring the opportunity to stay active, meet new people, and enjoy friendly competition.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Volunteers will be critical to this new program’s success. We are seeking one volunteer per division (four divisions total). Responsibilities include organizing court time while being the staff liaison for court activities and requests. Volunteers enjoy a waived registration fee and guaranteed program placement. If interested in volunteering, please contact prca@encinitasca.gov.
Location: Encinitas Community Center Gymnasium
Ages 18+
8/19 – 9/30 1:30 – 3pm Tu $20 16253
8/22 – 9/26 1:30 – 3pm F $15 16255
Ages 50+
8/18 – 9/29* 1:30 – 3pm M $15 16252
8/21 – 9/25 1:30 – 3pm Th $15 16254
* No program 9/1
ADULTS
ARTS
Intro to Printmaking Techniques
Explore the creative possibilities of printmaking in this beginner friendly course. Through hands-on projects, you'll learn the fundamentals of this versatile art form and create your own unique prints. No experience required!
Instructor: Ben Crocker
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Nature Printmaking
Celebrate the beauty of outdoors by printing directly with natural, found materials. Capture delicate textures, experiment with color and create beautiful, nature-inspired prints - no experience necessary!
Instructor: Ben Crocker
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Linocut Basics
Discover the art of linocut! In this engaging course, you will learn to design, carve, and print you own unique creations using linoleum blocks. Explore techniques for creating bold designs and intricate details while experimenting with color and composition.
Instructor: Ben Crocker
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Screen Printing Basics (ages 13+)
Unleash your creativity in this dynamic screen printing class! Learn how to transform ideas into vibrant prints using simple materials and techniques. Perfect for beginners.
Instructor: Ben Crocker
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Screen Printing - Level 1
Squeegee, emulsion, scoop coater, blanks, and more will soon be part of your vocabulary as you learn to burn a screen and prep it for printing on paper and fabric. Each class will build on the process as you learn the art of screen printing- and the importance of a good studio hygiene to keep the ink where you want it and not on everything else! No experience necessary.
Instructor: Ben Crocker
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
ADULTS
Paper, Print and Stitch
This hands-on course will guide you through the enchanting process of crafting your very own artist's book from start to finish. You will make paper by hand, design and carve a linoleum block, print the linoleum block onto your handmade paper, and stitch your handmade paper and prints into a simple booklet. All levels welcome.
Instructor: Ben Crocker
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
– 7/2710am
Sewing Studio
Do you have a sewing project you need to finish? Bring in all your materials including pins, thread and scissors. We provide space, time and sewing machines. This is an uninstructed sewing studio where you can finish projects, build community and feel inspired. This is not an instructional class.
Instructor: Natalia Quintero
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
– 9/1810am
Machine Sewing: Beginner Basics Workshop
Students will be introduced to the basics of machine sewing, fabric types, and construction principles to make an easy project. Sewing machines and all materials are provided.
Instructor: Natalia Quintero
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
– 7/510am – 12pmSa $6016126
Machine Sewing: Next Steps Workshop
This two-day workshop is a continuation of Machine Sewing Beginner Basics. Participants will cut, sew, press and construct a triangle bag in this guided workshop. The goal of this course is for participants to become more confident with the sewing process.
Instructor: Natalia Quintero
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Block Printing and Sewing Two-Day Workshop Series
In this hands-on, two-day workshop that combines the art of block printing with the craft of sewing, you will start by designing and carving your unique block and creating a stunning pattern on fabric. Once your fabric is printed, transform your creations into functional items in the follow-up sewing workshop.
Instructor: Astrid Gonzales
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
6/22 – 6/2911:30am – 1:30pmSu$7516118
Drawing – All Levels
Build strong fundamental drawing skills and develop a good understanding of conceptual approaches to making art in a way that fosters each artist to have their own style and creative expression. Each artist is encouraged to grow at their own pace!
Instructor: Mikey Kettinger
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
6/26 – 7/1010 – 11:30amTh$6016169
7/17 – 8/710 – 11:30amTh$8016173
8/14 – 9/1810 – 11:30amTh$12016171
ADULTS
Figure Drawing – Uninstructed (ages 15 +)
Whether just learning to draw, or already proficient in the human form, this uninstructed session referencing a live clothed model is the perfect opportunity to artists to hone skills. Model will shift poses with varying long and short durations. No instruction or materials provided for this program. Easels and chairs available.
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
6/112 – 3pm Su$1515963
6/410am – 1pmW$1515960
7/612 – 3pmSu$1516293
7/910am – 1pmW$1516294
8/312 – 3pmSu$1516295
8/610am – 1pmW$1516296
Experimental Relief Printmaking (ages 16+)
Unleash your creativity in this dynamic and hands-on course, and dive into various relief printmaking techniques and approaches that incorporate mixed media. Experiment with texture, color, and layering to create unique and expressive prints.
Explore the history of art in this introductory class where students will create a simple work of art each week that relates to a famous artist. Students will create paintings, drawings, collages, sculptures and more!
Instructor: Danielle Deery
Location: Pacific View Arts Center Date
8/13 – 9/1710 – 11amW$12516128
Filmmaking Workshop: Camera Basics (ages 13+)
Come learn about cinematography tips and tricks, simple visual effects, and practice in the classroom with props and a live performer! Bring your own camera or mobile device!
Instructor: Marie-Michele Jasmin-Belisle
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
8/910 – 11:30amSa$4516164
Intro to Film Workshop: Editing (ages 13+)
In this class, we will compare different styles of editing and how we shape a film in post-production, talk about (and listen to!) soundtracks and the role of sound, music and foley in film, and finish with an overview of the festival circuit and beyond! This workshop will contain a hands-on component. Bring your own laptop!
Instructor: Marie-Michele Jasmin-Belisle
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Intro to Film: Creating Stories and World-Building (ages 13+)
In this class, we will explore the different types (and therefore, production styles) of films, from feature narratives to documentaries, brand films, dance, music videos and more - as well as discuss the various ways a film can be conceptualized. Screenplay examples, pitch decks and mood boards will be shared.
Instructor: Marie-Michele Jasmin-Belisle
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
ADULTS
Screenwriting for Film and Media (ages 13+)
An introduction to screenwriting story structure and proper format. We will look at feature films, television, and a/v scripts to better understand character development, themes, plot, and creating good conflict. We will workshop ideas to develop a completed short screenplay for each participant. Participants must bring their own laptop. The software required for this workshop is the free version of Final Draft or StudioBinder. The instructor will assist in setting up software during the first class.
Instructor: Lance Dumais
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Acting and Improv for Adults
Participate in engaging exercises and a variety of acting techniques, and experience dynamic enriching sessions that will boost your confidence and creativity!
Instructor: Leonardo Romero
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Circlesongs and Collaborative Vocal Improv (ages 13+)
Circlesongs is an inclusive musical practice pioneered by Bobby McFerrin, that invites participants to explore their voices and bodies in a supportive and collaborative group environment. Play fun games, learn how to improvise, create spontaneous music, and develop your singing voice and musicianship through rhythm, melody, and harmony practices. All levels welcome!
Instructor: Bram Kaprow
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
Community Story Circle
Participants will be invited to reflect on a chosen topic and share stories from their own lives. Our circle will culminate in the creation of a short poem answering the question "What was this about?", as we discover threads of commonality within the diversity of our personal experiences.
Instructor: Erin Moreland
Location:
Teen and Adult Ballet (ages 13+)
It is never too late to take ballet! Sculpt long lean muscles, burn calories, build strength, improve flexibility, coordination and balance. Quality training at an advanced beginner or intermediate level taught by former professional dancer in a relaxed, easy to learn class accompanied by music.
Instructor: Marti Neal
Location: Encinitas Community Center
Advanced Beginner
* No program 7/4 Intermediate
ADULTS
Belly Dancing
Learn the ancient art of Belly Dancing! Dance to beautiful Middle Eastern music and learn basic dance steps and easy choreography. Improve flexibility, muscle tone and coordination. Make new friends!
Instructor: Vicki Deriso
Location: Encinitas Community Center
6/23 – 7/14 5 – 6pm M $72 16064
7/28 – 8/18 5 – 6pm M $72 16073
8/25 – 9/22* 5 – 6pm M $72 16074
*No Program 9/1
Hula Basics for All Levels (ages 15+)
Immerse yourself in the beauty and tradition of Hawaiian culture with this beginner-friendly hula class. Learn fundamental hula steps, hand motions, and basic choreography while discovering the stories and meanings behind the dance. This class is perfect for those new to hula or looking to refine their foundational skills in a supportive and fun environment.
Instructor: Jessica Kehaulani Freeman
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
16131
Soul Line Dancing
Line dancing was never meant to be limited to country western tunes. Soul line dances are choreographed to R&B, Jazz, Latin and many of your favorite Motown tunes. Grab a friend and come give it a try.
Instructor: Barbara Previti Location: Encinitas Community Center
Intermediate – Beginner or some dance experience needed
5/15 – 6/12 5 – 6:15pm Th $50 15599
8/7
Chakra Balancing Workshop
Join us for an enlightening afternoon in this hands-on chakrabalancing workshop. Our chakras are the subtle energy fields present in our bodies. Balancing our chakras can greatly improve our physical and emotional well-being. This workshop is excellent for the beginner who is interested in gaining new skills, clearing and balancing their chakra energy.
1 – 3pm Sa
– 8/6 4 – 5pm
16132 8/13 – 9/17 4 – 5pm W $80 16133
ADULTS
FITNESS
Prenatal Yoga
Who said you cannot exercise while pregnant? create strength, stability, and flexibility, to prepare for labor and after birth. This class will awaken your birthing power and cultivate trust in your body, the pregnancy, and birth process. Here you will relieve pregnancy discomfort and teach you how to cope with labor pains through breathing and movement. This class can help you feel calm, confident, refreshed and connected to your body.
Instructor: Collette Simko-Knauss
Location: Encinitas Community Center
6/26 – 7/24 12 – 1pm Th $125 16105
7/31 – 8/28 12 – 1pm Th $125 16106
Yin Yoga
Yin is for everyone! This slow-paced class focuses on holding poses for 5 minutes, targeting connective tissues, ligaments, and joints. Yin helps lengthen and restore these areas of the body that do not receive as much blood flow as muscles. increase flexibility, relubricate joints, reduce pain and calm your mind.
Instructor: Collette Simko-Knauss
Location: Encinitas Community Center
5/16 – 6/13 8:30 – 9:30am F $125 15574
6/27 – 8/1 8:30 – 9:30am F $125 16103
8/8 – 9/5 8:30 – 9:30am F $125 16104
Beginning T’ai Chi Chih: A Moving Mindfulness Practice
Experience the transformative power of T'ai Chi Chih as you harmonize your body, mind, and spirit. This moving mindfulness meditation consists of 19 gentle, non-martial movements that circulate and balance the cosmic energy. Whatever your fitness level, you can cultivate health, serenity, longevity, and vitality through T’ai Chi Chih.
Instructor: Christina Tillotson
Location: Encinitas Community Center
– 6/30* 6:30 – 7:45pm M $72 15616 * No program 5/26
Summer Walking Club
Join us for a fun and engaging morning of walking and socializing at various trails within the Encinitas Community. This is a perfect opportunity to meet new friends, get some exercise, and enjoy the outdoors. Participants must register in person where they will receive the location for each walk.
Instructor: Volunteer Facilitator
Location: Various
7/2 – 9/17 9 – 10am W Free 16233
SPECIALTY
Gluten Free Baking
Learn to create delicious yet nutritious gluten free, low sugar treats with Chef Collette! Collette was an owner of a popular allergy friendly bakery and was featured on Eat This TV. Although her treats are no longer sold to the public, she continues to share her love of food and recipes. Each week she will choose a different treat to prepare, and you get to take home whatever you make. The class will immerse you in Spanish and English vocabulary. Each student will receive a gift from The Cultured Carrot, the only delicious, healthy, and fermented dressing sold on the market and founded in Austin, Texas.
Instructor: Collette Simko Knauss
Location: Encinitas Community Center
6/30 – 7/28 2 – 3:30pm M $350 16108
ADULTS
Advanced Herbalism: The Spirit of Plants
Join us as we explore not only the medical value, but also the cultural significance of plants including ways botanicals have been used in spiritual and magical practices. This hands-on class is recommended for participants who have taken at least one seasonal herbalism class here.
Instructor: Sally Seitz
Location: Encinitas Community Center
SPECIALTY
Interior Design and Décor Basics
Discover the essentials of interior design and decoration in this engaging class! Learn to choose the perfect colors, finishes, and wallpaper for any space, explore flooring options, and gain insights into cabinetry styles and countertop materials. Master kitchen design with backsplash, sink, and faucet selections, and enhance your home with well-chosen lighting, fans, rugs, and wall art. By the end, you'll confidently tackle remodeling and decorating with creativity and flair.
Instructor: Syllis Cawker
Location: Encinitas Community Center
Natural Perfumery & Scented Body Care (ages 16+)
Learn the foundations of blending botanical essences from around the world to create gorgeous scents that are non-toxic and support holistic wellness. Each of the four classes, you will create two perfumed products to take home and begin to build your signature collection of botanical perfumes and organic body care products. The ancient art of perfumery is a lovely way to integrate healing plant essences into your daily self-care rituals.
Instructor: Kaibrina Sky Buck
Location: Encinitas Community Center
6/21 – 7/19 10am – 12pm Sa $80+ 16231
+ $40 materials fee due to instructor at the first class
Spanish for Beginners (ages 16+)
Learn Basic Spanish such as food, salutations, science, sports, travel, culture and a few other words and phrases to take home. We will spend 1-2 weeks in each subject depending on how deep we dive. Some classes may be offsite at other city parks for a more immersive experience. Let's discover the second most spoken language worldwide with at least 21 countries where Spanish is the official language.
Instructor: Collette Simko Knauss
Location: Encinitas Community Center
6/4 – 8/6 1 – 2pm W $200+ 16107
+ Purchase class workbook "En Vivo - Level 1, Grades 9-12" before the first class
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ART
Creations with Collage Workshop
This fun and interactive session invites students to unleash their artistic flair while creating unique bookmarks that reflect their personal style. Perfect for marking your favorite reads or gifting it to friends.
Instructor: Astrid Gonzales
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
iPhone for Seniors – Utility and Creativity
Through interactive, activity-based lessons, this class teaches practical tips and tricks for using iPhones. You will practice navigating and exploring apps while learning to create and share content, from photos and writing to AI-generated songs. By the end, you will feel more confident using your iPhone for just about anything.
Instructor: ???
Location: Pacific View Arts Center
FITNESS
Every-Body Yoga
Revitalize your whole being with yoga while strengthening and enhancing flexibility in joints, bones, organs, and muscles. Learn the principles of alignment while deepening your ability to enjoy life, moment by moment. Breathwork, poses, and balance are integral parts. Create stamina from the inside out and feel the difference.
Instructor: Lynda Light
Location: Encinitas Community & Senior Center
Gentle Yoga and Sculpt
Approach aging by being proactive about your wellbeing. This class is intended to offset osteoporosis with gentle activated movement, yoga infused w/light weights and relaxing stretches.
Instructor: Lynda Light
Location: Encinitas Community & Senior Center
7/1 – 7/29 10 – 11am Tu $35 16214 8/5 – 9/2 10 – 11am Tu $35 16215
AGES 50+
Chair Yoga
We do chair yoga to get out of the chair! This class allows one to perform yoga poses while seated or using a chair for balance. It offers the same benefits as traditional yoga, like boosting strength, flexibility, and mental wellbeing. This class is especially great for older adults, people with health conditions and those who work at a desk all day. If your body allows, other props, such as hand weights, can be used during class.
Instructor: Collette Simko Knauss
Location: Encinitas Community & Senior Center
Morning Yoga and Weights
Start your Friday with a refreshing class to shake off sleepiness, stretch stiff muscles and joints, energize your body, and focus your mind. With added weights, the practice will boost your muscle strength and bone density, leaving you ready for an amazing day ahead!
Instructor: Collette Simko Knauss
Location: Encinitas Community & Senior Center
– 8/29 9:45 – 10:45am F $56 16289
Yoga Flow & Strength
Reserve time for self-care with a class focused on breath, posture, balance, flexibility and core strength. Ideal for those with some experience, it's slightly more challenging than beginner but easier than intermediate. Expect a blend of gentle flowing movement and time to center in stillness.
Instructor: Susan Salazar
Location: Encinitas Community & Senior Center
7/7 – 8/25 10 – 11am M $56 16216
Golden and Toned
Golden and toned is tailored for active older adults, who want to focus on muscle conditioning with light weight activity and some dancing. This class blends the sounds of a Latin music party while doing a total body workout. Low to moderate intensity strength training with 1-pound weights or no weights at all. On occasion, resistance bands may be used but not necessary. Be ready to have fun and tone up in this 30-minute class.
Instructor: Lori Massey
Location: Encinitas Community & Senior Center
6/30 – 8/18* 9 – 9:30am M $49 16009
*No program 8/4
Health Barre
In this effective total-body conditioning program you will improve your posture, muscle-tone, and strength with basic pilates and ballet movements. Work your entire body using light weights, bands, ballet barre, and your own body weight as well as other methods of resistance to promote lean muscle.
Instructor: Lori Massey
Location: Encinitas Community & Senior Center
6/30 – 8/18* 9:45 – 10:45am M $49 16004
7/1 – 8/19 9 – 10am Tu $56 16005
7/3 – 8/21 9 – 10am Th $56 16006
*No program 8/4
T’ai Chi Chih – Intermediate/Open to Beginners
E xperience the transformative power of T'ai Chi Chih as you harmonize your body, mind, and spirit. This moving mindfulness meditation consists of 19 gentle, non-martial movements that circulate and balance the cosmic energy. Whatever your fitness level, you can cultivate health, serenity, longevity, and vitality through T’ai Chi Chih.
Instructor: Christina Tillotson
Location: Encinitas Community & Senior Center
Qi Gong
Qi Gong is an ancient system developed in Asia for overall fitness and health. Participants will engage in simple, fluid motions as well as standing and sitting.
Have you tried Zumba and been overwhelmed? This program is especially designed for the active over 50 group. Latin rhythms inspire moves to exercise the brain, heart, and all the major muscle groups. You'll enjoy dancing and get a cardio workout.
Instructor: Lori Massey
Location: Encinitas Community & Senior Center
7/1 – 8/19 10:15 – 11:15am Tu $56 16000
7/3 – 8/21 10:15 – 11:15am Th $56 16002
FREE PROGRAMS FOR AGES 50 +
Registration for free programs MUST be done in-person. Online registration is not available. Please note that program details may change based on volunteer and room availability, as well as enrollment numbers. A participant with three absences may be removed, and their spot may be offered to someone on the waiting list. Excused absences will be considered at staff discretion. For detailed course info, visit EncinitasParksandRec.com.
SPECIAL EVENTS
18 MAY
CYCLOVIA
Coast Hwy 101, D St. - I St.
10AM - 2PM | Bike Skills Course, Safety Rodeo & More Experience vibrant downtown Encinitas as never before as Coast Highway 101 transforms into a car-free zone, welcoming cyclists, pedestrians, and all self-powered enthusiasts!
Enjoy downtown Encinitas at a different pace!
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MUSIC BY THE SEA
MAY 30, JUNE 27
Enjoy concerts throughout the year that showcase a diverse range of music from classical to contemporary at the Encinitas Library.
7:00PM | Tickets: $22, Students: $12 In partnership with San Diego Music Society
SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS FAIR
JUNE 22 | ENCINITAS COMMUNITY PARK
• Swap n’ Shop
• Interactive Booths
• Panelist Discussions
NC Symphony Orchestra Concert
JUNE 14 | ENCINITAS COMMUNITY CENTER
The winners of the Youth Piano Concerto Competition will perform with the North Coast Symphony Orchestra on a Steinway D concert grand piano.
2:30PM | Tickets: GA $20, Front Row $30
MOONLIGHT BEACH CONCERTS
JULY 13, JULY 27, AUGUST 10, AUGUST 24
• Electronic Waste Recycling Moonlight Beach is the place to be all summer, and twice a month in July and August, the City’s Cultural Arts Division brings great performers to the stage.
1:00PM - 5:00PM | Free
18-20 JUL
TRAMONTO MUSIC FESTIVAL
ENCINITAS LIBRARY
Liquid Harmonies: Friday 7PM
Echoes of the South: Saturday 7PM
Eternal Classics: Sunday 2PM
Exceptional classical music right here in Encinitas. Produced by Jacopo Giacopuzzi and features an ensemble of notable and award-winning international musicians. Tickets: $30 Individual Concert | $80 - 3 Concert Pass
AUG
ART NIGHT 6PM – 8PM | FREE
Experience an evening filled with art exhibitions, live music and immersive workshops. Engage with artists through artist talks, meet-and greets and music.
DOG DAYS OF SUMMER 10AM - 3PM | ENCINITAS COMMUNITY PARK
Dog-related vendors, rescue groups, contests, and more!
