Summer 2023 Recreation Guide

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Scott Hansen enjoys a ride through a recently repaired section at the Daley Ranch trailhead. Scott and the crew pictured above are members of the San Diego Mountain Biking Association (SDMBA) and are one of many volunteer partnerships that allow the City to be maintained in a safe, clean, and efficient manner. The Daley Ranch Trail Crew is a well-trained and welcoming bunch of outdoor enthusiasts who are vital to keeping our trails safe and clean for all to enjoy. So whether you enjoy our trails by foot, bike, or hoof consider joining the trail crew at volunteer.escondido.org .

THANK YOU TO OUR COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS

REGISTRATION

A nominal, non-refundable processing fee will be added for all registration transactions.

Processing Fee subject to change.

Registration cannot be taken in class. Most of our instructors are independent contractors so they cannot process registration; however, they do collect material fees in class (cash only).

Fees will not be prorated if you register after class has started.

Phone-in registrations will not be accepted due to credit card processing laws.

Unless otherwise requested, cancellations due to weather or instructor illness will be processed as credit on account.

Credit on account expires one year from issue date, and is non-refundable.

Classes fill quickly so register early! Registration begins

Monday, April 3, 2023 at 8 a.m.

ONLINE REGISTRATION

• Register any time directly from our website at recreation.escondido.org/recreation-classes

• Complete the online registration information, pay by Visa, MasterCard, American Express, or Discover and receive an instant e-mail confirmation.

REQUESTING A REFUND OR CREDIT

WALK-IN REGISTRATION

• Community Services Department at City Hall 201 North Broadway

Hours: M-F, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

• East Valley Community Center 2245 East Valley Parkway

Hours: M-F, 9 a.m. - 8:30 p.m. Sa, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

To request a refund, download the Amilia app and select the class you are looking to withdraw from. Please observe the following refund policies for our classes:

• Material Fees, Processing Fees, League Fees, Drop-in Fees, Punch Passes, or Annual Passes are non-refundable.

• If you withdraw more than five business days prior to course/camp start date: Receive a full refund, excluding processing fees.

• If you withdraw five business days or less to course/camp start date: Receive a refund less 25% of the course/camp fee.

• No refunds will be granted after the start of the first class.

• Missed Classes: Credits or refunds will not be issued for individually missed classes in a course/camp.

• Canceled course/camp: If a course/workshop is canceled due to low enrollment, you will automatically receive a full refund, including the processing fee.

• All cash/check transactions will be refunded by check. Check refunds will be mailed within 30 days after receiving confirmation of refund request.

• Single classes canceled due to weather or instructor illness will be issued as a credit on account by default. If you would prefer to be refunded to your original form of payment please request this by sending an email to recreation@escondido.org within seven days of the credit being issued.

• Credit on account expires one year from the issue date and is non-refundable.

Your satisfaction is important to us!

Our goal is to provide you with the highest quality recreational programs. For general feedback and inquiries, please email us at recreation@escondido.org.

CAMPS

Discovery Camp

Ages 5-12 • M-F • 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.

$150/week or $50/day

Washington Park Recreation Building

501 North Rose St .

Join the City of Escondido for some summer time fun!

• Campers must arrive by 9 a.m. each morning.

• Field trips are not optional, counselors will not be left at camp.

• Shirts are required for field trips and can be purchased online for $5.

• Summer camp weekly activities calendar and info will be available 5/30.

• Daily registrations are available in advance for only $50–space is limited.

• Swim days are Fridays 12:30–4 p.m.

Refund Policy

• If you withdraw more than five business days prior to camp start date: Receive a full refund, excluding processing fees.

• If you withdraw five business days or less to camp start date: Receive a refund less 25% of the camp fee.

• No refunds will be granted after the start of the first day of camp.

• Missed days: Credits or refunds will not be issued for individually missed day in a camp week.

Looking for Specialty Camps?

See pages 8-9 for all of our offerings this summer!

Discovery Summer Camp

Weekly Schedule 2023

Week 1: Ready Set Summer (6/5 - 6/9)

• Boomers: Vista (6/8)

Week 2: Esco Games (6/12 – 6/16)

• Sky Zone: San Marcos (6/15)

Week 3: Safari Adventures (6/19 – 6/23)

• San Diego Safari Park (6/22)

Week 4: Wild & Crazy Kids (6/26 – 6/30)

• Bowling: Bowlero San Marcos (6/29)

Week 5: Red, White, & Blue (*7/3 – 7/7)

• The Midway Museum (7/6)

*No Camp on 7/4

Summer Camps

Week 6: We Run This Camp (7/10 -7/14)

• Belmont Park (7/13)

Week 7: Mad Science (7/17 – 7/21)

• San Diego Science Museum (7/20)

Week 8: Game On Sports! (7/24 – 7/28)

• Padres Game (7/26) *Wednesday Field trip

Week 9: Farewell to Summer (7/31 – 8/4)

• The Wave Water Park (8/3)

No Discovery Camp 8/7-8/11

Specialty Camps

Week 1 6/5-6/9

Sing and Dance Camp: Disney Edition

9 a.m.-12 p.m. $180 EVCC Ages 5-12

Charlene's Dance N' Cheer

Week 2 6/12-6/16

Musical Theatre and Dance Camp:

Alice in Wonderland

9 a.m.-12 p.m. $180 EVCC Ages 5-12

Charlene’s Dance N’ Cheer

Week 3 6/19-6/23

Scooter Camp

8:30-11:30 a.m. $250 ESC Ages 6-12

Scooter Farm

Challenger Soccer Camp

9 a.m.-1 p.m. $175 ESC Ages 5-14

ChallengerSports.com

Minecraft Engineering with LEGOS Camp

9 a.m.-12 p.m. $210 EVCC Ages 5-9

Play-Well Teknologies

Secret Agent Lab Camp

9 a.m.-12 p.m. *$175 MCC Ages 6-10

Mad Science

*Material Fee - $20

Painting Like the Masters Camp

1-4 p.m. $150 EVCC Ages 6-12

Vivian Matchett

Your favorite instructors are back this summer with new fun offerings to keep your child active and engaged all summer long. When you participate in our specialty summer camps your children are sure to have a memorable summer in a fun and safe environment. For full camp descriptions please visit us on our registration page online at recreation. escondido.org/recreation-classes

Week 4 6/26-6/30

Skateboarding Camp

9 a.m.-12 p.m. $175 WP Ages 6-17

SD Skatelife

NASA Space Academy Camp

9 a.m.-12 p.m. *$175 MCC Ages 6-10

Mad Science

*Material Fee - $20

Princess and Prince Ballet Camp

9 a.m.-12 p.m. $180 EVCC Ages 4-7

Charlene’s Dance N’ Cheer

Painting Like the Masters Camp

1-4 p.m. $150 EVCC Ages 6-12

Vivian Matchett

Week 5 *7/3-7/7

*No Class 7/4

Slimetopia 2: Total Slime Takeover Camp

9 a.m.-12 p.m. **$168 EVCC Ages 6-12

Challenge Island

**Material Fee - $24

Adventures in STEM with LEGO Camp

9 a.m.-12 p.m. $168 EVCC Ages 5-9

Play-Well Teknologies

STEAM Across the Universe Camp

1-4 p.m. *$168 EVCC Ages 6-12

Challenge Island

*Material Fee - $20

Week 6 7/10-7/14

Scooter Camp

8:30-11:30 a.m. $250 ESC Ages 6-12

Scooter Farm

Intermediate Baking Camp (M-Th)

8:45-10:15 a.m. $100 EVCC Ages 7-13

Celine's Cuisine

*Material Fee - $10

Skateboarding Camp

9 a.m.-12 p.m. $175 WP Ages 6-17

SD Skatelife

Brixology LEGO Camp

9 a.m.-12 p.m. $175 MCC Ages 6-10

Mad Science

*Material Fee - $20

Challenger Soccer Camp

9 a.m.-1 p.m. $175 ESC Ages 5-14

ChallengerSports.com

Hip Hop Tik Tok Dance Camp

9 a.m.-12 p.m. $180 EVCC Ages 5-12

Charlene's Dance N' Cheer

Easy Baking Camp (M-Th)

10:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m. $100 EVCC Ages 7-13

Celine's Cuisine

*Material Fee - $10

Week 7 7/17-7/21

Tumbling/ Gymnastics Camp

9 a.m.-12 p.m. $180 EVCC Ages 5-10

Charlene’s Dance N’ Cheer

Red Hot Robots Camp

9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Mad Science

*Material Fee - $20

Summer Camps

Week 8 7/24-7/28

Scooter Camp

8:30-11:30 a.m. $250 ESC Ages 6-12

Scooter Farm

Mad Science All Star Experiments Camp

9 a.m.-12 p.m. *$175 MCC Ages 6-10

Mad Science

*Material Fee - $20

Race Across the Rain Forest Camp

9 a.m.-12 p.m. *$210 EVCC Ages 6-12

Challenge Island

*Material Fee - $25

Challenger Soccer Camp

9 a.m.-1 p.m. $175 ESC Ages 5-14

ChallengerSports.com

Slime Squad Camp

1-4 p.m. *$210 EVCC Ages 6-12

Challenge Island

*Material Fee - $30

Cheerleading, Dance, & Tumble Camp

1-4 p.m. $180 EVCC Ages 5-11

Charlene’s Dance N’ Cheer

Week 9 7/31-8/4

Skateboarding Camp

9 a.m.-12 p.m. $175 WP Ages 6-17

SD Skatelife

Crazy Chem-Works Camp

9 a.m.-12 p.m. $175 MCC Ages 6-10

Mad Science

*Material Fee - $20

Musical Theatre and Dance Camp: Harry Potter

9 a.m.-12 p.m. $180 EVCC Ages 5-12

Charlene’s Dance N’ Cheer

AQUATICS

POOLS

James Stone Pool

131 Woodward Avenue • 760-839-4810

Washington Park Pool

501 North Rose Street • 760-839-4660

LAP SWIM PROGRAM

James A. Stone Pool (JSP)

5/6 -8/31/2023

Drop In $5

10 Sessions $40

T, Th *7–10 a.m.

Sa, Su 7–10 a.m.

*No Lap Swim, 7/4

OPEN SWIM PROGRAM

Washington Park Pool (WPP)

6/2-8/13/2023

F, Sa, Su 12–4 p.m. 8/19-9/3/2023

Sa, Su 12–4 p.m.

Drop In $5 10 Sessions $40

Celebrate Freedom with Free Open Swim 7/1 & 7/2

Swim Lessons

Fee: $40 for 4, 30 minute lessons

The City of Escondido has updated our registration process for our Learn-to-Swim

• All students will now be required to attend a skill assessment before they can enroll in classes for Dolphin, Starfish, Seahorse, and Seal levels. The Instructor will then assign the student a skill on their Amilia account that will allow the student to enroll in classes at the appropriate level.

• Assessments will be held Saturdays 9-11:45 a.m. 4/8-7/29, and M-Th 9 a.m.-1:45 p.m. 6/5-6/29, and 7/10-8/3 at Washington Park pool.

• Students will be evaluated on the last class of each session, and will only be allowed to move on to the next level if the critical benchmarks are met. Benchmarks can be found in the level descriptions listed on page 12.

• Due to high demand, weekday classes will open up in 2 week increments each Friday. All summer Saturday sessions will open on 4/3. To see specific registration dates see pages 14-15.

Now Hiring + Lifeguards!

The City of Escondido is looking for top candidates to join our team! See the below trainings we offer in-house and apply online to join our academy for free!

Aqua Fit

4 week sessions • Adults

Come participate in a great low-impact, cardio exercise in our warm pool. Make new friends and have fun! Must bring your own water buoys and pool noodle. Check online for a complete list of sessions and dates!

Instructors: Nancy Tengan & Terri Wedeking

Shallow Water

T 10:15–11:15 a.m. $28 JSP

T 7:15–8:15 p.m. $28 JSP

Th 10:15–11:15 a.m. $28 JSP

Sa 10:15–11:15 a.m. $28 JSP

Su 10:15–11:15 a.m. $28 JSP

Aqua Boot Camp

Lifeguard Academy

Ages 16+

Train with us, and learn the fundamentals of aquatic safety and rescuing techniques. At the end of this academy participants will test for the opportunity to become certified as a Lifeguard, CPR/AED, & Title 22 through the American Red Cross.

Instructor: Callie Skillman, Aquatics Supervisor

M-Th 9 a.m.–6 p.m. 4/3-4/6 *$250 WPP

S-Su 9 a.m.–6 p.m. 6/3-6/11 *$250 WPP

*Scholarships are available to top candidates who are seeking employment with the City of Escondido Aquatics.

*Flotation/Ski Belt Needed

Swim Lessons

What level is your child?

ME & MY SHADOW 6 months - 4 years

Level 1

Fee: $40 for four 30 minute lessons

In these 30 minute classes we focus on water adjustment, swimming readiness, & enjoyment in the water. Parent or guardian (16 years or older) required, one child to one guardian ratio. Diaper wearing children must wear a swim diaper or vinyl swim pants. Diapers are sold at the pool for $3.

GRUNION 3-4

DUCK 5-12

Level 2

Fee: $40 for four 30 minute lessons

At this level students will work to meet the following Benchmarks:

• Always ask permission before getting in the water.

• Assisted submersion, relaxed, for 5 seconds; then come up to breathe.

DOLPHIN 5-12

Level 4

Fee: $40 for four 30 minute lessons

At this level students will work to meet the following Benchmarks:

• Use flotation to help someone who is in trouble in the water and know how to call emergency services.

• Jump in, submerge, recover for air, kick and pull forward 10 ft on front or back, change direction and return to wall, using swim-roll-swim to breathe.

STARFISH 5-12

Level 5

Fee: $40 for four 30 minute lessons

At this level students will work to meet the following Benchmarks:

• Tread water for 10 seconds.

• Jump in, recover to side glide, kick 10 ft.

Level 3

Fee: $40 for four 30 minute lessons

At this level students will work to meet the following Benchmarks:

• Put on a life jacket, float on back, kick 20 ft.

• Jump in, submerge, recover for air, roll on back (kicking and finning) for 5 seconds.

SEAHORSE 5-12

Level 6

Fee: $40 for four 30 minute lessons

At this level students will work to meet the following Benchmarks:

• Survival float and tread water for 30 seconds.

• Start in side glide, swim overarm pulls with kick 9 m/30 ft with 1-2-3 breathe pattern.

SEAL 5-12

ADULT AND TEEN AGES 13+

Level 7

Fee: $40 for four 30 minute lessons

In this level students will work on stroke refinement to build familiarity and endurance in freestyle, backstroke, butterfly, and breaststroke. Goggles are required at this level.

Fee: $60 for four 30 minute lessons

This mixed levels class is designed for adults and teens with both no swimming experience, and those who have taken some swim classes, but want to build their confidence level and skills learned.

Still have questions on which level to enroll? Assessments are held M-Th 9 a.m.-1:45 p.m. & Saturdays 9-11:45 a.m. at Washington Park pool.

Weekday Lessons

SESSION 1 SESSION 2

SESSION 3 SESSION 4

Jr. Lifeguard

1

Week • Ages 12-15

Calling all lifesavers! The City of Escondido is recruiting Jr. Lifeguards to promote greater aquatic safety in our community. These hour long sessions are designed to actively engage teenagers and help foster positive team building experiences through games and challenges all summer long.

PRESCHOOL

Don E. Anderson Community Building

120 Woodward Avenue • 760-839-4535

Wee Tots

3 weeks • 18 months - 3 1/2 years

More than a play group, each class is an opportunity to learn and grow. This class is led by an experienced preschool teacher who develops activities to inspire creative thinking, encourage social interaction and build academic understanding. Parent participation is required.

Instructor: Tiny Tots Preschool Staff

M 9–10:30 a.m. 6/12–6/26 $36 DACB

W 9–10:30 a.m. 6/14–6/28 $36 DACB

M 9–10:30 a.m. 7/10–7/24 $36 DACB

W 9–10:30 a.m. 7/12–7/26 $36 DACB

M 9–10:30 a.m. 8/14–8/28 $36 DACB

W 9–10:30 a.m. 8/16–8/30 $36 DACB

Summer Tots

3 weeks

Join us this summer as we focus on play, socialization, and learning. In this relaxed program, there is greater emphasis on creative expression, outdoor exploratory experiences and theme-based activities. Students enrolled in the 4-5 year (Pre-K) must bring a sack lunch each day.

Instructor: Miss Kathie

3-4 years

T/Th 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. 6/13–6/29 $110 DACB

T/Th 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. 7/11–7/27 $110 DACB

*4-5 years (Pre-K or Pre-TK)

M/W 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. 6/12–6/28 $125 DACB

M/W 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. 7/10–7/26 $125 DACB

* Please bring a lunch.

Tiny Tots Preschool prepares your little one for full time school by encouraging exploration, academic development, and positive social interaction. Children often learn through play, therefore classroom activities include a variety of music, creative movement, art, science, social interaction, cultural awareness, language, math, pre-writing, pre-reading, field trips, and dramatic play.

Little Tots and Super Tots are continuous, yearlong programs that are divided into monthly installments for ease of payment. Therefore, participants are enrolled for the duration of the upcoming 2023/2024 school year provided they maintain their eligibility.

2023/2024 SCHOOL YEAR REGISTRATION

INFORMATION

• Registration will only be taken online. Please visit us online at recreation.escondido.org/preschool-programs

• Registration opens: 7/3/2023

• Classes: 8/21/2023–5/31/2024

PROGRAM INFORMATION

• Positive, nurturing environment

• California Common Core Standards

• Field trips and special events

• Academic development

• Social interaction

• Circle time, games, music, arts and crafts

Little Tots • 3-4 years T/Th

Super Tots • 4-5 years (Pre-K) T/Th

For more information contact us at recreation@escondido.org or call 760-839-4691.

@CityofEscondido

Preschool Ballet

8 Weeks • Ages 3-5

Children will be introduced to the basics of ballet including positions, steps, and terminology in an imaginative atmosphere designed to make learning ballet fun! Children will also learn a ballet dance routine to perform at the end of the session. Session one participants will perform at the SD County Fair!

Instructor: Charlene's Dance N Cheer

Baby/Toddler Ballet

8 Weeks • Ages Walking –3 years

Introduce the fundamentals of ballet technique and terminology to your little one in a fun and creative atmosphere designed to make learning ballet fun! This class is great for building confidence, poise and discipline. Classes will incorporate props and imaginative instruction with the comfort of a loved one by your child's side. Students will learn a ballet dance routine.

Instructor: Charlene’s Dance N Cheer

Baby/Toddler Tumble, Dance & Play

8 Weeks • Ages Walking –3 years

Introduce your little one to dance and tumbling in a fun and engaging atmosphere designed to get them moving! Beginner dance ranging from preschool movement songs, ballet, hip hop and more will be explored coupled with fun tumbling techniques and exercises with the use of mats and gymnastics equipment!

Instructor: Charlene’s Dance N Cheer

Get Smart with Art

5 Weeks · Ages 2-5

Explore this age-appropriate mixed media art experience designed to enhance learning skills and creativity. Unique curriculum based on the works of famous artists and illustrators are introduced each class with new lessons each session! Adult helper is required, so come share a love of discovery and art with your special child.

Instructor: Vivian Matchett

Messy Arts & Craft Adventures!

8 Weeks • Ages 2–4

Join the fun in this messy art class where children will get their hands "dirty" creating arts and crafts using paint, glue, shaving cream, clay, and more in this highly sensory-based class where the process is just as fun as the end result! Parent participation is required.

Instructor: Charlene’s Dance N Cheer

Preschool Tumbling & Gymnastics

8 Weeks • Ages 3 -5

Learn the basics of tumbling using mats and equipment in an encouraging and fun atmosphere! Wear comfortable clothes and bring a water bottle.

Instructor: Charlene’s Dance N Cheer

F

Preschool Cheerleading, Dance and Tumble

8 Weeks • Ages 3–5

GO! FIGHT! WIN! Learn the fundamentals of cheer and dance technique in this high energy class! Learn voice projection, arm motions, stretches, jumps and kicks, beginner tumbling and stunting, cheer chants and a full dance routine using pom poms. Session one participants will perform at the SD County Fair!

Instructor: Charlene’s Dance N Cheer

* No class on 5/29

Preschool Hip Hop/Pop Stars Dance

8 Weeks • Ages 3-5

Calling all boys and girls! Do you like to dance? Join us for all the fun and learn to dance like a pop star in this high energy hip hop dance class! Fun dance games, warm ups, across the floor combos and special choreographed dance routine to fun music will be taught to perform for family and friends on the last day of the session! Great for building confidence, rhythm, coordination and making new friends! Session one participants will perform at the SD County Fair!

Instructor: Charlene's Dance N Cheer

Sa 9:30–10 a.m. 5/6–6/24 $88 EVCC

Sa 9:30–10 a.m. 7/8–8/26 $88 EVCC

Drowning is the leading cause of accidental death for children ages one to four Infants and toddlers can drown quickly and silently, in a matter of seconds Drowning is preventable

The City of Escondido's Fire and Community Services Departments have launched an educational campaign that can help you protect your child. Escondido WARN (Water Awareness in Residential Neighborhoods) reaches communities with important water safety information that could save the life of a child you know and love.

What can you do to save a life?

The best thing anyone can do to stay safe in and around the water is to learn to swim. Enroll your child in swim lessons at recreation.escondido.org/recreation-classes

Never leave a child unsupervised around the water. Assign an adult "Water Watcher" to maintain constant supervision.

Take steps to minimize unauthorized use of the pool. Install fencing with self-closing and selflatching gates and alarms around pools. Lock all doors and windows leading to the pool.

For more information, visit fire.escondido.org/watersafety

El ahogamiento es la causa principal de muerte accidental para niños de uno a cuatro años Bebes y niños pequeños pueden ahogarse rápida y silenciosamente, en pocos segundos El ahogamiento en piscinas es prevenible El Departamento de Bomberos y Departamento de Recreación de la Ciudad de Escondido, han introducido una campaña educativa que puede ayudar a proteger a sus hijos El programa WARN, llega a las comunidades con información de seguridad importante para piscinas que podrá salvar la vida de un niño que usted conoce y ama.

¿Qué puedes hacer para salvar una vida? recreation escondido org/recreation-classes

Lo mejor que cualquiera puede hacer para mantenerse a salvo dentro y alrededor del agua es aprender a nadar. Inscriba a su niño en clases de natación en:

Nunca deje a un niño sin supervisión cerca del agua. Asigne a un adulto "Observador del Agua" para mantener una supervisión constante.

Tome medidas para minimizar el uso no autorizado de la piscina. Instale cercas con puertas que se cierren y traben automáticamente y alarmas alrededor de las piscinas. Cierre con llave todas las puertas y ventanas que dan a la piscina.

Para más información, visite fire.escondido.org/watersafety

Classical Ballet

7 Weeks • Ages 5–17

Let your child experience the joys of dancing! These ballet classes teach poise, coordination, and classical ballet technique in a positive and imaginative atmosphere.

Instructor: Cindy Ahler Ages

Sing and Dance: Disney Edition

8 Weeks • Ages 5–12

Experience the thrill of singing and dancing in this specialized performance class! Vocal music skills will be explored as well as Broadway-style dance and musical numbers from Disney! Youth will have a chance to perform for family and friends on the last day of the session!

Instructor: Charlene’s Dance N Cheer

Musical Theatre & Dance

8 Weeks • Ages 5–12

Casting all boys and girls! Students of this class will explore fun acting exercises and get casted parts, learn lines, act out scenes and a finale dance from a popular musical in preparation for an end of the season performance of an abridged play! Costumes to borrow are included.

Instructor: Charlene’s Dance N Cheer

Super Mario Bros

T 6:15–7:15 p.m. 5/2–6/20 $96 EVCC

Matilda

T 6:15–7:15 p.m. 7/11–8/29 $96 EVCC

Junior Hip-Hop & Pop Dance

8 Weeks • Ages 5–9

So you think you can dance? Join us for this fun, high-energy, ageappropriate class to learn to dance like your favorite pop stars. Fun warm ups, across-the-floor combos and exercises will be explored while learning a choreographed hip-hop dance routine! Session one will perform at the SD County Fair.

Instructor: Charlene’s Dance N Cheer

Junior Tumbling & Gymnastics

8 Weeks • Ages 5–9

Learn the basics of tumbling using mats and equipment in an encouraging and fun atmosphere! Wear comfortable clothes and bring a water bottle.

Instructor: Charlene’s Dance N Cheer

*No class on 5/29

Junior Cheerleading, Dance and Tumble

8 Weeks • Ages 5–9

GO! FIGHT! WIN! Learn the fundamentals of cheer and dance technique in this high energy class! Learn voice projection, arm motions, stretches, jumps and kicks, beginner tumbling and stunting, cheer chants and a full dance routine using pom poms. Session one will perform at the SD County Fair.

Instructor: Charlene’s Dance N Cheer

Video Game Story Writing

8 Weeks • Ages 10–17

Students will learn the basics of storytelling, narrative, plot, and climatic events through the world of video game story production. Students will work in groups, and individual projects to come up with original multi-level video game world building. Learn story boarding, character development, marketing, and visual presentation with no computers.

Instructor: Hero City Arts Sa

$20 Non-refundable material fee due at first class (cash only)

Little Chefs Cooking Class

3 Weeks • Ages 7–13

Children will get to touch, create, learn and make a mess in this all-levels, after school program. Children will build confidence and self esteem as they grow in their ability to create and help in the kitchen. Parents are required to drop off their child with a food container, kitchen towel, and apron for this kids-only class. Menu: Ham and cheese mini quiche, Italian Panini, Chicken Nuggets with homemade dip.

Instructor: Celine Cossou

W 3:30 –5 p.m. 5/10–5/24 $75 EVCC

$10 Non-refundable material fee due at first class (cash only)

Tae Kwon Do

13 Weeks • Ages 6–Adult

Develop physical and mental discipline, strength, endurance, and coordination. Learn the Korean martial arts of Tae Kwon Do (kicks, blocks, punching), Hapkido (joint locking techniques), Judo (throwing and grappling), and basic weapons. Become more confident and learn basic self-defense techniques.

Instructor: Skip Leonard, 6th Degree Black Belt

Youth Tennis

5 Weeks • Ages 7–17

Give your child the opportunity to learn a lifelong sport, develop hand-eye coordination, agility, and build self-confidence. Children will learn basic strokes in a fun and supportive group lesson. Bring a tennis racket and one can of new, unopened “extra duty” tennis balls. Class will be canceled on days it rains.

Beginners: Covers forehand, backhand, service, rules, and court etiquette for the beginning player.

Martial arts uniform is required and may be purchased from the instructor for $25 (cash only)

*No class on 5/29 & 9/4

Safety Academy

4 Day Workshop • Ages 6–13

This safety program for children was developed by retired Escondido Police LT Al Owens and retired Sgt. Mario Sainz. The goal of this program is to keep your children safe and motivate them to lead productive and healthy lives. The following topics will be covered: General safety, fire safety, how to dial 911 in an emergency, anti-bullying, drug avoidance, gang avoidance, abduction avoidance, gun safety and avoidance and simple self-defense techniques to allow your child to escape an attacker.

Instructor: Retired Lieutenant Al Owens

Roller Skating Safety and Skills Class

4/5 Weeks • Ages 5-Adult

Learn to roller skate with champions on the huge skating floor at the Escondido Sports Center. Skills will be taught for the beginner, novice and intermediate skaters with safety instruction taught at all levels. Introductory lessons will begin with balance, posture, forward skating and stopping. Novice skating will have you gliding on foot to foot. Intermediate will focus on backward skating and tricks! All levels are taught during the same time frame. Participants must bring their own skates and helmet. Wrist Guards are highly encouraged.

Instructors: Shelli Douglass, Advanced Coach Three, USA Roller Sports

Intermediate: Focuses on ground strokes and use of spins, volley, footwork, and positioning. Players should be able to rally, play out points, and have some match experience.

Instructor: Don Pham Ages

Yoga Flow—All Levels

4/5 Weeks • Adult

All Levels Yoga Flow is a fun and stress-reducing workout that promotes longevity and mental peace. The focus is on strengthening the body and gaining flexibility all while centering the mind for beginners and advanced students who are looking to deepen their practice. Please bring your own mat to practice on.

Instructors: Peg Lawson

Tai Chi—All Levels

4/5 Weeks • Adult

Tai Chi is a slow moving martial art form. Famous for its graceful and gently flowing movements, Tai Chi emphasizes calming the mind and releasing mental and physical tension. Through regular practice, Tai Chi also improves balance, flexibility, coordination, leg strength and selfdefense ability.

Instructors: Peg Lawson

Gentle Pilates

CLASSES ADULTS

4-6 Weeks • Adult

All the benefits of Pilates in a supportive and self-paced class. Increase your stability, core strength, and flexibility at a level that works for you! Please bring yoga mat and socks.

Instructors: Janelle Amer

Pound/Pound Unplugged ™

8 Weeks • Adult

Get two workouts in one session - POUND®️ and POUND Unplugged POUND®️channels your inner rockstar with a full body, sweat dripping drum-like workout that combines cardio, conditioning, and strength training. POUND Unplugged is a quick 30-minute class that balances focused, high intensity exercises with restorative movements, rhythmic breathing and meditation.

Instructor: Cynthia Demorest AFAA Certified GFI

Zumba for Boomers

3-5 Weeks • Adult

Dance for your heart and music for your soul !! In this easy-to-follow class, we'll dance Salsa, Swing, Bachata and even a little Country. Lynn taught Jazzercise for many years and brings the fun to this class. No experience needed. All fitness levels welcome!

Instructor: Lynn Morgan

Pound Rockout Workout ™

7 Weeks • Adult

Instead of listening to music, you become the music in this exhilarating full-body workout that combines cardio, conditioning, and strength training with yoga and Pilates-inspired movements. POUND transforms drumming into an incredibly effective workout! Bring a yoga mat or towel.

Instructor: Katie Silva

* No class on 5/29 & 6/19

Aqua Fit

4/6 week sessions • Adults

Come participate in a great low-impact, cardio exercise in our warm pool. Make new friends and have fun! Must bring your own water buoys and pool noodle. Check online for a complete list of sessions and dates!

Instructors: Nancy Tengan & Terri Wedeking

Shallow Water

T 10:15–11:15 a.m. $28 JSP

T 7:15–8:15 p.m. $28 JSP

Th 10:15–11:15 a.m. $28 JSP

Sa 10:15–11:15 a.m. $28 JSP

Su 10:15–11:15 a.m. $28 JSP

*Deep Water

T 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. $28 JSP

Th 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. $28 JSP

*Flotation/Ski Belt Needed

Aqua Boot Camp

M 1:30-2:30 p.m.

Aqua Flow

A slow tempo class designed to improve range of motion

T 1:45–2:30 p.m.

OPEN LAP SWIM

Get Fit with Friends at James Stone Pool

U-Jam Fitness

4-8 Weeks • Adult

U-Jam Fitness is an athletic hip-hop dance fitness workout that combines dance and high energy music for a workout that is bound to get your heart rate up, your body moving and make you work up a sweat -- all while having fun!

Instructor: Nina Ahuja

CLASSES

Adult Ballet

7 Weeks • Ages 16–Adult

Ballet is not just for kids! We will practice basic barre exercises, stretches, and center combinations to beautiful music. This class is designed to improve strength, flexibility, coordination, and balance. Beginner and Intermediate levels are welcomed.

Instructor: Cindy Ahler

Adult Tennis

5 Weeks • Ages 15–Adult

Beginners: Covers forehand, backhand, service, rules, and court etiquette for the beginning player.

Intermediate: Focuses on ground strokes and use of spins, volley, footwork, and positioning. Players should be able to rally, play out points, and have some match experience.

Instructor: Don Pham, Tennis Coach

Barre/Ballet

4-6 Weeks • Ages 16–Adult

Join us in the morning for an engaging Barre/Ballet where students will strengthen their core and learn floor techniques to music. Janelle supports her students in a fun and inclusive environment where all levels are welcome. Instructor:

Pilates + Barre

4-6 Weeks • Adult

Pilates/Barre will increase your strength, core stability, and overall flexibility. Body awareness, correct posture, and back strengthening are side benefits. Barre exercises will complement and build upon the floor work. Bring your own yoga mat and socks to class.

Instructors: Janelle Amer

FREE TRIAL 5/2 & 5/4

Pickleball Lessons

3-4 Weeks • Adult

Join the fastest growing sport by learning to play Pickleball with IPTPA Certified Instructor Stacy Downey at Mountain View Park! Classes are organized in four week sessions, and specific dates for each session are available online. Classes are subject to cancellation due to rain. The levels of each class are broken down as follows. Instructor approval required for Intermediate/Advanced classes. For a complete listing of all class sessions please visit our registration page online.

Intro to Pickleball: Learn the basics of the sport-rules, serves, serve receives, scoring and strategy. Play full games.

Novice: Have taken Intro class, can score and understands the basics of the game, but still needs continued support on overall game and mechanics.

Intermediate: Focuses on refining stroke technique, footwork, and advanced strategy. Dinking and 3rd shot drops. All players must know how to score, rally, play out points and have match experience.

Intermediate/Advanced: Focuses on 3rd shot drops, dinking, NVZ play, shot selection, resetting, court positioning and strategy. Players must have instructor permission to enroll.

Instructor: Stacy Downey, Pickleball Coach

Pickleball League Ladder

8 weeks • Adult

Put your Pickleball skills to the test and compete against players in Escondido! Players must have game play experience to participate in this league. Participants will register as individuals and will be seeded and placed into appropriate group of play. Participants will be paired up with random doubles partners each week and will move up and down group of play based on points accumulated through the weeks. For additional questions email us at recreation@escondido.org

Instructor: Stacy Downey, Pickleball Coach

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TOURNAMENT ROUND ROBIN

Brush Calligraphy

4 Weeks • Ages 16+

Are you ready to really bring your "A" game to your lettering skills? Get started with this simple 4 week brush calligraphy class! You will get started by learning basic strokes in order to master the brush pen using a smaller, hard-tipped Marvy Uchida Le Pen brush pen. These pens are perfect for beginning calligraphers as they have a lower flex and are much less frustrating to use. Then get into letters, words, and some decorative borders and flourishing. Complete a take home project to showcase your new skills! Workbook, pens and supplies provided.

Instructors: Lisa McCague - Beautiful Day Calligraphy

W 6:30-7:30 p.m. 8/3-8/24 $76 ESC

$10 Non-refundable material fee due at first class (cash only)

Faux Calligraphy Workshop

1 Day Workshop • Ages 16+

Take your lettering skills to the next level by "faking it" with faux calligraphy! Begin by learning basic strokes, then how to form letters and words. Then bring in the magic by learning where to draw in those calligraphy strokes. It will look just like you used a fancy pen, when in fact you can use ANY writing utensil on your desk to do it! Bring a friend and be creative together! Take home project and supplies provided.

Instructors: Lisa McCague - Beautiful Day Calligraphy

Sa 10-11:30 a.m. 6/17 $30 ESC

$5 Non-refundable material fee due at first class (cash only)

Calligraphy with Crayola Workshop

1 Day Workshop • Ages 16+

Have you ever wanted to make your own lettering projects but thought your writing just wasn't up to par? Fix that using simple Crayola Super Tips markers and some expert guidance! Learn some basic calligraphy strokes, practice forming letters, and then complete a simple project you can take home with you. Leave with confidence to continue practicing at home. Workbooks and supplies provided.

Instructors: Lisa McCague - Beautiful Day Calligraphy

Sa 10-11:30 a.m. 5/27 $30 ESC

$5 Non-refundable material fee due at first class (cash only)

REFIT® Revolution

8 Weeks • Adult

REFIT®️ is a life-changing group fitness experience that rocks your body, heart, and soul with powerful moves and positive music to inspire you from the inside out. Powered by human connections, we turn boring, have-to workouts into a can’t-miss community fitness experience!

Instructor: Cynthia Demorest AFAA Certified GFI

Th 6:15–7:15 p.m. 5/4 FREE EVCC

Th 6:15–7:15 p.m. 5/11-6/29 $56 EVCC

Th 6:15–7:15 p.m. 7/6–8/24 $56 EVCC

Roller Skating Safety and Skills Class

3-5 Weeks • Ages 5-Adult

Learn to roller skate with champions on the huge skating floor at the Escondido Sports Center. Skills will be taught for the beginner, novice and intermediate skaters with safety instruction taught at all levels. Introductory lessons will begin with balance, posture, forward skating and stopping. Novice skating will have you gliding on foot to foot. Intermediate will focus on backward skating and tricks! All levels are taught during the same time frame. Participants must bring their own skates and helmet. Wrist Guards are highly encouraged.

Instructors: Shelli Douglass, Advanced Coach Three, USA Roller Sports

W 7-8 p.m. 5/3-5/31 $100 ESC

W 7-8 p.m. 6/7-6/28 $80 ESC

W 7-8 p.m. 7/5-7/26 $80 ESC

Su 2-3 p.m. 5/7 -5/28 $80 ESC

Su 2-3 p.m. 6/11-7/2 $80 ESC

Su 2-3 p.m. 7/9-7/23 $60 ESC

AMPD Fusion

8 Weeks • Adult

AMPD Fusion class gives you three workouts in one! The uniqueness of the kettle bell is complemented with simple resistance band movements all the while choreographed to music to create a fun, non-traditional, low- impact, full-body workout accessible for all fitness levels.

Instructor: Cynthia Demorest AFAA Certified GFI

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Students must bring their own 5 lb kettle bell and resistance bands.

REV+FLOW

7/8 Weeks • 12+

FREE TRIAL 5/3

REV+FLOW is a dynamic workout that's easy on your joints without compromising the intensity of your workout. REV+FLOW strengthens bodies and sculpts muscles through targeted, music-based movements and resistance training. Challenge your body in new and unique ways through easy-to-follow movements and uplifting music. All fitness levels welcome!

Instructor: Cynthia Demorest AFAA Certified GFI

*No class 6/21 & 6/28

FITNESS COURTS

Now opeN at the followiNg locatioNs

• Kit Carson Park

• Mountain View Park

• Escondido Public Library

• Washington Park

Check out our FREE Specialty Fitness Classes!

• Fitness Court Introduction

• Core and Flexibility for Older Adults

• Pulse interval class

Join us on Facebook for complete class listings facebook.com/groups/fitnesscourtescondido

Aikijutsu

4 Weeks • Adult

Join us for exciting classes learning this ancient Japanese Martial Art. Students will learn to use traditional solid wood weapons, open hand techniques to stop an attack, meditation, and calligraphy. Class is taught by Tom Alaniz, who has over 30 years of experience in this exciting martial art! Classes are broken up into 4 week sessions and meet 3 times a week. Students need not attend all days but are encouraged to do so

Instructor: Tom Alaniz

T/Th 7:30–8:30 p.m. 5/2–5/27 $60 EVCC

Sa 12-1 p.m.

T/Th 7:30–8:30 p.m. 5/30–6/24 $60 EVCC

Sa 12-1 p.m.

T/Th 7:30–8:30 p.m. *6/27–7/29 $60 EVCC

Sa 12-1 p.m.

T/Th 7:30–8:30 p.m. 8/1–8/31 $60 EVCC

Sa 12-1 p.m.

Judo Gi will be needed after first week. Instructor will provide a list of preferred vendors during first class.

*No class on 7/4

Tae Kwon Do

12 Weeks • Ages 6–Adult

Develop physical and mental discipline, strength, endurance, and coordination. Learn the Korean martial arts of Tae Kwon Do (kicks, blocks, punching), Hapkido (joint locking techniques), Judo (throwing and grappling), and basic weapons. Become more confident and learn basic self-defense techniques.

Instructor: Skip Leonard, 6th Degree Black Belt

Martial arts uniform is required and may be purchased from the instructor for $25 (cash only)

*No class on 5/29 & 9/4

SPORTS LEAGUES

Pickleball League Ladder

8 weeks • Adult

Put your Pickleball skills to the test and compete against players in Escondido! Players must have game play experience to participate in this league. Participants will register as individuals and will be seeded and placed into appropriate group of play. Participants will be paired up with random doubles partners each week and will move up and down group of play based on points accumulated through the weeks. For additional questions email us at recreation@ escondido.org

Instructor: Stacy Downey, Pickleball Coach

Ladies Doubles

Th

Mixed Doubles Sa

$70 MVP 1, 2 & 3

Adult Soccer

North County Community Soccer League is an organization established to provide a healthy lifestyle through soccer while building players' confidence through new friendship bonds and competitive spirit. We offer Men’s, Coed, and Women’s leagues of all levels. If you are interested in putting a team together, please email us at nccsleague@gmail.com. Games are played at Escondido Sports Center.

Days Divisions

Mondays

Tuesdays

Wednesdays

Thursday

Fridays

Saturdays

Sundays

Men’s A Men’s B

Men’s C Men’s D

Men’s 35+ Coed

Women’s

Adult Roller Hockey Leagues

Gear up for the Summer 2023 Roller Hockey League. This league includes all levels of play in five divisions: Novice, Intermediate, Advanced, 30+, and 40+. Games are played on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday evenings. If you do not have a team, please call our office to be placed on an interest list at 760-839-5426.

Registration Dates:

Season Fees:

Early Bird (6/13-7/1)

Season Dates:

July 24 - October 9, 2023

Team Fee

*$1,050/team

*Plus processing fee

Sports Leagues

Adult Softball

Summer 2023 • 10 Week season plus playoffs/finals

Divisions

All players must be 18 years of age to play in adult leagues unless otherwise posted for + divisions.

• Monday Coed A, B, C, & D

• Tuesday Men's Open, Coed

• Thursday Men’s 35+, A, & B

• Friday Men’s A, B, C, & D

Registration Opens May 15, 2023

Registration Closes June 2, 2023

Schedule Hand - Out June 7, 2023

Season Dates June 12 - September 29, 2023

Season Fees Team Fee: $425 (5/15-5/26)

Late Fee: $450 (5/27-6/2)

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Escondido Sports Center

3315 Bear Valley Pkwy • 760-839-5426

Welcome to the Escondido Sports Center!

Home to a variety of leagues and activities sure to get your heart pumping.

2 Full Sized Roller Hockey Rinks

• Adult/Youth Roller Hockey

• Lacrosse

• Field Hockey

• Roller Skating

• Birthday Parties/Private Rentals

A 22,000 Sq ft Skate Park

• Scooters

• Skateboards

• BMX

• Inline Skates

• Birthday Parties/Private Rentals

• Camps

2 Arena Soccer Fields (Mini & Big)

• Adult/Youth Soccer

PLAY SPORTS CENTER

• Camps

• Birthday Parties/Private Rentals

Come stop by and look around or give us a call if you have any questions: 760-839-5426

Skate Park Session Schedule

March 13 - November 5, 2023

Skate Park Discount Card:

*$25 Requires a signed waiver. (If a minor, parent must sign) + $5 for each session

* Fee will increase to $30 on 7/1/202

Annual Pass:

*$250/year for unlimited sessions. * Fee will increase to $299 on 7/1/2023

Monday - Friday

Saturday - Sunday

All Session Fees: $5 with Skate Park Discount Card

Annual Lock-In

Saturday, July 23, 2023 from 10 p.m. – 8 a.m.

Ages: 8 – 16

Spend the night in the skate park and enjoy all the skating you can handle, pizza, games, and more! Bring your sleeping bag and catch some Z’s under the stars or skate all night if you dare!

Early Registration: $55 (4/3-6/25)

Registration: $65 (6/26-7/22)

3 - 5 p.m. 5

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1 - 3 p.m. 3 - 5 p.m. 5 - 7 p.m. 7 - 9 p.m.

Equipment: Helmet (required)

& elbow pads (optional)

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ROLLER SKATING

Roller Skating Public Sessions

The Community Services Department is excited to host Roller Skating at the Escondido Sports Center in Kit Carson Park! Bring your skates and your family for a fun and safe outdoor recreational opportunity. Please come with your skates (required) and safety equipment (optional) as we do not have any rentals. Whether you are an expert or a first timer, there’s plenty of space to practice while grooving to some music.

Schedule: Wednesdays, 8 – 10 p.m.

Sundays, 1 – 3 p.m.

*Schedule is subject to change.

Fee: $5.00 per 2-hour session

For any questions, please call 760-839-5426.

Roller Skating Safety and Skills Class

3-5 Weeks • 5-Adult

Learn to roller skate with champions on the huge skating floor at the Escondido Sports Center. Skills will be taught for the beginner, novice and intermediate skaters with safety instruction taught at all levels. Introductory lessons will begin with balance, posture, forward skating and stopping. Novice skating will have you gliding on foot to foot. Intermediate will focus on backward skating and tricks! All levels are taught during the same time frame. Participants must bring their own skates and helmet. Wrist guards are highly encouraged.

Instructors: Shelli Douglass, Advanced Coach Three, USA Roller Sports

SCOOTER CAMP

1 Week • Ages 6-17

The Scooter Farm at the Escondido Skate Park provides an educational and fun approach to young riders looking to progress their scooter skills. With instruction from some of the top pro scooter riders in the world, campers will have a chance to learn from and get extended riding time. Fun games and contests will be played throughout the camp!

M-F 8:30 -11:30 a.m. 6/19-6/23 $250 ESC

M-F 8:30 -11:30 a.m. 7/10-7/14 $250 ESC

M-F 8:30 -11:30 a.m. 7/24-7/28 $250 ESC

YOUTH ROLLER HOCKEY

San Diego Inline Hockey League is eager to start another great season of Middle and High School Roller Hockey! These leagues are a great way to compete with friends from your area, and against schools and districts throughout San Diego! For more information please visit sdinlinehockey.com

SDIHL School Leagues

Pick Up Roller Hockey

$5 per person per session

Thursdays 7-9 p.m.

Sundays 10 a.m. -12 p.m.

Pick up games are limited to 22 skaters and 2 goalies per rink. Reservations can be made by calling 760-839-5426. Walk-ins are welcome if space is available.

Game Days: High School—Wednesdays

Middle School—Fridays

Youth—Saturdays

Practice Days: High School—TBA

Middle School—Wednesdays

Youth—Wednesdays

Schedule is posted online and subject to change.

Instructor: Scooter Farm Pros

YOUTH ARENA SOCCER

The Escondido Sports Center Youth Arena Soccer League is a great first step for those kids looking to try out soccer. Our program focuses on teaching the fundamentals of the game in a safe, noncompetitive league environment. We prioritize participation and learning over winning because when everyone plays, everyone learns. Participants are contacted the week prior to when their games begin with their team assignments.

Practice for ages 5-11 will be scheduled Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday depending on coach's preference.

Practice for ages 12-14 will take place Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday every other week.

To register, please visit us online at recreation.escondido.org.

For questions, please call at 760-839-5426

Summer 2023 ( 8 weeks) 5/15 - 6/26

Week of 7/10 - 9/16

*No Games 7/27-7/29 & 8/31-9/2

Week of 10/2 - 12/9

Ages 3-4: $80 Ages 5-14: $90

Fall 2023 8/14 -9/18

October 5- December 16, 2023

*No Games 11/23-11/25

Ages 3-4: $90 Ages 5-14: $100 (10 weeks)

Lil' Kickers Soccer

Lil' Kickers is a national, non-competitive soccer clinic for boys and girls ages 18 months to 9 years. Your kids will have a blast learning the fundamentals of soccer plus a whole lot more. Lil' Kickers experienced instructors use creative, high-energy games to build self-esteem and coordination and provide the perfect preparation for youth recreational leagues.

Bunnies 18 - 24 Months (Parent/Child)

Thumpers 2 - 3 Years (Parent/Child)

Cottontails 2 ½ - 3 ½ Years (Parent/Child)

Hoppers 3 - 4 Years (Beginner)

Jackrabbits 3 - 4 Years (Intermediate)

Big Feet 5 - 6 Years (Beginner)

Micro League 1 4 - 5 Years (Instruction/Scrimmage)

Micro League 2 6 - 9 Years (Instruction/Scrimmage)

Skills Level 1 5 - 6 Years (Micro Experience Only)

Skills Level 2 (Skills/Experience Only)

Sports Center

Challenger International Soccer Camp

1 Week • Ages 5-14

Challenger International Soccer Camps teach a fun, technical, and tactical curriculum. All players will receive a ball, jersey, t-shirt, poster, and evaluation.

Instructors: Challenger Sports Coaches from Europe, Brazil, & USA

Week 1

M-F 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 6/19–6/23 $175 ESC

Week 2

M-F 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 7/10–7/14 $175 ESC

Week 3

M-F 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 7/24–7/28 $175 ESC

To register, please visit ChallengerSports.com

Enroll anytime during a season - prorates are available! For more information to register, call 858-748-4260 or visit ncspsoccer.com.

PLAY

East Valley Community Center

2245 East Valley Parkway • 760-839-4382

OPEN GYM

Looking to play a little pick-up basketball, spike a volleyball, swat a birdie, or dink a pickleball? Then the EVCC gym is the place for you!

What: Basketball, *Volleyball, and *Badminton

When: Sundays–Saturdays

Who: **All-Ages

Fee: $5 per person, per visit. No charge for spectators or accompanying minors.

Ask us about Open Gym Card for cost savings!

*Volleyball and Badminton by request only.

**All players under the age of 18 must have an emergency card on file

For the most recent schedule updates call 760-839-4382 or visit recreation.escondido.org/open-gym. Gym schedule is subject to change without notice.

Pickleball Weekly Schedule

Tuesdays, Thursdays & Sundays Only

*9 a.m.–12 p.m.

Fee: $5 per session or $40 for 10 sessions

*Subject to change without notice

For the most recent schedule updates visit recreation.escondido.org/open-gym

San Diego/Safe Destination Nights

Pee Wee Play Time

1 day Drop in • Ages 0-5

Created for experts in rolling, crawling, waddling, and trotting, this open gym time is just for you and your favorite explorer! Your child can crawl through tunnels, run through obstacles, and throw balls while enjoying music and socializing with other children. All activities are parent-led and self-guided. Drop in for 30 minutes or stay for a couple of hours.

Escondido Recreation Youth P.A.L. Basketball High School Summer League

P.A.L. is taking this summer to focus on a High School League for all Incoming High School Freshmen - Seniors. At the end of the season there will be an All Star Teen vs. Police Charity Game on August 12. Youth Leagues will resume in the Fall.

$60 Ages: 14-17

OLDER ADULTS

DYNAMIC

PARK AVENUE COMMUNITY CENTER

“Home of the Escondido Senior Center”

210 East Park Avenue • 760-839-4688

The Park Avenue Community Center (PACC) is thrilled to provide an active summer full of enriching programs, activities, and classes! The Center is open Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. A Resource representative is also on-site to provide community resources to seniors and their families. Call 760-839-4049 with your information and request. Join us in creating an active, healthy and vital connection with others. See the schedule of all our services in the monthly newsletter, Park Avenue Post www.escondido.org/escondido-senior-center

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Activities

Come to the PACC and be part of our enthusiastic and energetic community. No membership is required and there are low-cost and free programs available.

• Nutrition Program offers hot nutritious meals from 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. Monday – Friday; Reservations are required at 760-839-4803. $4 donation for seniors for seniors 60 + $8 fee for person under 60.

• The Library is open Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Some books available for purchase.

• Billiards Room is open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

• Table Tennis meets on Wednesdays from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.

• Arts and Craft with Veronica, Bake with Vanessa, and Art with Lina. Two- hour classes where you get to take home what you create and all materials are included.

• Come take a self-guided tour of our outdoor Native Plant Garden, Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 3 p.m.

• San Diego County sponsored Feeling Fit classes Monday and Wednesday. Classes starting at 9 a.m. and 10 a.m.

• Bingo is back! Doors open Sundays at 10:45 a.m. and games begin at 12 p.m.

ACTIVITIES

EXPLORE

Dixon Lake Fishing Permit Information

A California fishing license is not required to fish at Dixon Lake, but you must purchase a daily fishing permit each day from the concession stand before you start to fish.

Adults (16 and older) $9 per day

Seniors (60 and older) $6 per day

Youth (ages 8-15) $6 per day

Children under 8 Free (must fish with an adult angler and all fish caught are charged to the adult's permit)

*2nd Rod Stamp $3 per day

*2nd rods are not allowed during trout derbies

Boat Rental Fees

All Day Motorboat $40 1/2 Day Motorboat $30 All Day Rowboat $20 1/2 Day Rowboat $15

Hour Pedal Boat $15

For updated fishing reports follow us at: www.facebook.com/dixonlakecitypark

Daley Ranch - "Open House"

Visit the historic Daley Ranch house on the second Sunday of each month for a behind-the-scenes view of the house and learn about its history!

Dates/Times:

Critter Chat

Meet our Park Rangers to learn about the wildlife in the area and to experience an up-close encounter with one of our Wildlife Ambassadors. Rain will cancel the event.

Locations: Lakeshore Picnic Area Dixon Lake & Duck Pond at Kit Carson Park

Dates/Times:

HIKE DALEY

Daley Ranch Hike with a Ranger

5/13/2023 - Meet at 7 a.m. on North Broadway at the Cougar Pass Parking Lot. This hike starts with Cougar Ridge Trail, north Engelmann Oak Trail, then onto Burnt Mountain Trail, onto south Engelmann Oak Trail, onto Cougar Ridge Trail, then back to Cougar Pass Parking Lot. This hike is considered "MODERATE" and approximately 4.5 miles total.

6/10/2023 - Meet at 7 a.m. on La Honda Drive at the Daley Ranch Parking Lot. This hike starts at the parking lot and heads to Ranch House Road, onto the West-side of Jack Creek Meadow Loop Trail, includes a tour inside the old Ranch House structure, then onto Ranch House Road and back to the main parking lot. This hike is considered "EASY" and approximately 4.7 miles total.

7/8/2023 - Meet at 7 a.m. on La Honda Drive at the Daley Ranch Parking Lot. This hike heads to Creek Crossing Trail, then onto East ridge Trail, onto the South Sage Trail, then to Rattlesnake Trail, into Whisker Bay Cove, then to Jack Creek Cove, then back to the main parking lot. This hike is considered "EASY" and approximately 2.6 miles total.

Get Involved and Volunteer!

Trail Maintenance - Volunteers are guided by park rangers to assist in accomplishing maintenance goals of Daley Ranch Trails. Trail maintenance can include any of the following: the need to be manicured, ruts filled, and vegetation trimmed back which may be encroaching onto the trails. All tools can be provided by park staff, however, volunteers are welcome to bring their own tools as well.

Trail Patrol - Observe and report things like fallen trees, graffiti; when, where, which flowers are blooming; and what the Acorn Woodpeckers are up to, among other interesting information that the Park Rangers can share with the public.

Arbor Day 4/29- Escondido has a very large, robust urban forest but we are always growing! This Arbor Day help us plant 100 trees in a low canopy neighborhood. To register visit us at: Volunteer.escondido.org

8/12/2023 - Meet at 7 a.m. on La Honda Drive at the Daley Ranch Parking Lot. This hike heads to Jack Creek Trail, onto the West side of Dixon shoreline, then to Whisker Bay Cove, onto Rattlesnake Trail, onto East Ridge Trail, then to Middle Pond Trail, then to Ranch House Road and back to the main parking lot. This hike is considered "MODERATE" and approximately 2.7 miles total.

NOTE: If there's any rain in the forecast the hike will cancel

Escondido Public Library

239 South Kalmia • 760-839-4683

Come check out books and movies, use the computers or free Wi-Fi, find a quiet work or study space, and attend free programs.

Mondays, Fridays, and Saturdays - 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Tuesdays - Thursdays - 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Have a question?

Contact the Library at 760-839-4683 or email us at library@escondidolibrary.org

Healthy You: Meditation and Mindfulness-

1st Wednesday of each month from 6 – 7 p.m.

Adults ages 18 and up will learn about and experience a variety of different meditation techniques, including Zen meditation, single point meditation, expanded awareness meditation, metameditation (in loving kindness), counting meditation, and meditation with guided imagery.

Teen Art Studio

The 3rd Wednesday of each month, from 4 – 6 p.m.

Teens ages 12 to 18 get together to express themselves through art! Each month features different art projects. All materials are provided, but supplies are limited.

Teen Book Clubs

Last Tuesday of each month from 4 – 5:30 p.m.

Teens ages 13-18 are invited to discuss the book club pick, eat snacks, and chat with friends. Book clubs alternate between Grub Book Club, which explores Young Adult books of many different genres and features snacks inspired by the book pick, and To All The Books I’ve Loved Before, which focuses on books in the Young Adult romance genre.

Dia de los Ninos, Dia de los Libros

Saturday, April 29 from 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

Children ages 5 to 12 and their families are invited to celebrate Children's Day, Book Day and the joy of reading with bilingual stories and songs from Mexico and around the world, traditional paper flower bouquet crafts, and more!

Star Wars Week

Monday, May 1 - Saturday, May 6

People of all ages are encouraged to join us all week for special Star Wars themed events! Visit www.escondidolibrary.org/events for more info!

Career Fair

Tuesday, June 6 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Adult job seekers of all levels can meet with top employers in the community to learn about open positions, drop off resumes, and schedule interviews.

Escondido Public Library offers free events for all ages! To view the calendar of upcoming events at escondido.libcal.com

FREE ACTIVITIES

POWER Mobile Recreation Program Grove Park PG 7

Futsal - Washington Park

Coming Soon in 2023

Disc Golf - Kit Carson Park

Ranger-Led Hikes/Mountain Biking/ Critter Talks PG 40 - Daley Ranch

Tennis - Kit Carson Park, Mountain View Park, and Washington Park

Pickleball - Kit Carson Park, Mountain ViewPark, and Washington Park

Nets available to borrow at the Escondido Sports Center.

Fitness Courts - Kit Carson Park, Mountain View Park, Escondido Public Library, and Washington Park.

Schedule of free classes at facebook.com/groups/fitnesscourtescondido

Washington Park Skate Spot

Queen Califia - Kit Carson Park

• Tuesdays / Thursdays- 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.

• 2nd & 4th Saturdays of each month 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Free Trial Classes

Refit - PG 26

Rev + Flow - PG 26

AMPD Fusion - PG 26

Pound Unplugged - PG 23

Pound Rockout Workout - PG 23

Gentle Pilates - PG 22

Pilates/Barre- PG 24

Barre/Ballet- PG 24

JOIN OUR TEAM!

City of Escondido APPLY HERE:

LOOKING TO GIVE YOUR LANDSCAPE A WATER-WISE MAKEOVER?

LOOKING TO GIVE YOUR LANDSCAPE A WATER-WISE MAKEOVER?

Attend a free compost workshop at the Escondido Community Garden to learn how to set up and maintain your own backyard compost system. Find t and more information at escondido.org/composting-workshops.

Attend a Free Compost Workshop at the Escondido Community Garden to learn how to set up and maintain your backyard compost system. Find the schedule and more at: escondido.org/composting-workshops.

Sign up for a Free Water Use Survey to ensure your indoor and outdoor water use is efficient and get recommendations.

Sign up for a free Water Use Survey to ensu and outdoor water use is efficient and get recommendations from an expert. Visit bewaterwise.com/waterusesurvey for more or to apply for a survey.

To schedule a survey visit: bewaterwise.com/waterusesurvey

Report pollution and water waste violations by using the Report

Bring electronic waste to the Free Paper Shredding and E-Waste events. Find event details: escondido.org/electronic-waste-disposal.

Bring electronic waste to the free Paper Shredding and E-Waste Recycling Event. Find event details and information on aste and household hazardous waste disposal at dido.org/electronic-waste-disposal.

Check out Classes, Videos, Guides, and Current Rebates at watersmartsd.org/ to get started on transforming your yard!

ut classes, guides, and current rebate at watersmartsd org to get started on transforming your yard!

& PARK LOCATIONS

City Hall Meeting Facilities (CITY)

201 N Broadway, 92025

California Center for the Arts, Escondido (CCAE)

340 N. Escondido Blvd, 92025

Daley Ranch House and Trails

3024 La Honda Drive, 92027

Don E. Anderson Community Building (DACB)

120 Woodward Avenue, 92025

East Valley Community Center (EVCC)

2245 East Valley Parkway, 92027

El Norte Park

1375 East El Norte Parkway, 92027

Escondido Community Gardens

408 West Lincoln Avenue, 92026

Escondido Police & Fire Headquarters (EPFH)

1163 North Centre City Parkway, 92026

Escondido Public Library

239 S Kalmia St, Escondido, CA 92025

Escondido Sport Center (ESC)

3333 Bear Valley Parkway, 92025

Felicita Mini Park

1700 S Escondido Blvd, Escondido, CA 92025

Grape Day Park

321 North Broadway, 92025

Grove Park

745 North Ash Street, 92027

Heritage Garden

121 North Juniper Street, 92025

James A. Stone Pool (JSP)

131 Woodward Avenue, 92025

Jesmond Dene Park

2401 North Broadway, 92026

Kit Carson Park (KCP)

3333 Bear Valley Parkway, 92025

Mathes Community Center (MCC)

247 South Kalmia Street, 92025

Maple Street Plaza

Escondido, CA 92025

Mayflower Dog Park (off leash)

3420 Valley Center Road, 92027

Mountain View Park (MVP)

1160 South Citrus Avenue, 92027

Park Avenue Community Center (PACC)

210 East Park Avenue, 92025

Rod McLeod Park

1701 South Iris Lane, 92026

Ryan Park

390 North Hidden Trails Road, 92027

Washington Park (WP)

501 North Rose Street, 92027

Washington Park Pool

Located inside Washington Park Facilities

Westside Park

333 South Spruce Street, 92025

Phone 760-839-4691

Email recreation@escondido.org

Web recreation.escondido.org

Office 201 North Broadway, Escondido, CA 92025