Garland Fall 2016 PLAY Guide

Fall/Winter 2016

A program guide from Garland Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Ar ts

Garland’s Gone Camping October 15 at Audubon Park

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S’mores Archery Tug-of-War

October 15-16 Grab your tent and sleeping bags for a night under the stars with family and friends.

Although you're only minutes from home, you'll feel miles away. Enjoy a night hike, games, s'mores, a campfire, and live entertainment. Dinner and breakfast provided!

Pre-registration required by October 14. For more information, please call 972-205-2750 or play@garlandtx.gov.

Audubon Park

Saturday, 3:00 PM - Sunday, 8:00 AM $10 per person No charge for children up to 2 yrs

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Inside Cover: Garland’s Gone Camping

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Programs:

Features:

Arts & Crafts Camps Community Education Dance Health & Fitness Martial Arts Outdoor Adventures Performing Arts Sports

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Garland is Active and Healthy In this issue of PLAY, we focus on the healthy and active aspect of our department vision.

Look for this icon throughout the book.

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Playful City USA Designation for Garland In its 10th year, Playful City USA is a national recognition program that honors cities and towns for taking bold steps to create more play opportunities for all kids.

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Garland Makes WalletHub’s Top 100!

WalletHub’s 2016 results for the Best Cities for Recreation in the nation have been compiled, and Garland is in the Top 100 and is #7 in Texas!

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Did You know...

Garland has a Pullman Coach Railcar? Read all about Garland’s rail heritage.

Kids

Adults

Arts & Crafts Community Education Dance Health & Fitness Martial Arts Neighborhood Services Performing Arts Sports Therapeutic Recreation

Facilities & Events:

Outdoor Fest 2016 Live Well, Go Green Expo Labor Day Parade Facility Locations Heritage Crossing & First Friday Flicks Jack Coleman Tennis Center Firewheel Golf Park Facility Rentals Sports Leagues ID Cards & Fitness Passes The Body Shops Gyms Cultural Arts Christmas on the Square & Sensory Friendly Tree Lighting

Get out and PLAY

Online garlandparks.com

Enjoy an enhanced user experience designed to fit your life and your device.

How to Register

Online Create and access your account online.

Credit card required. www.playgarland.com In Person Register in person at your local recreation center or senior center. Cash, checks, and credit cards accepted. Checks can be made payable to City of Garland.

Phone Call your local recreation center or senior center. Credit card required.

Credit Cards Accepted

Administration Office

634 Apollo Road 972-205-2750 parksandrec@garlandtx.gov M-F 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Post it, pin it, tweet it, and get social with these #tags this fall: #PLAYGarland & #playability #GarlandsGoneCamping & #GGC #OutdoorFest & #LWGGExpo #ChristmasontheSquare & #COTS Your pictures might be featured in a future issue!

Registration Policies All registrations are accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis. You may request to be placed on a wait list if a program is full. A City of Garland Waiver and Release of Claim must be on file for each registrant prior to participating in any program.

Inclusion Statement Garland Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts encourages people of all abilities to participate in recreation activities together and register for programs that are of interest to them. We strive to promote activities that provide a positive, independent leisure experience through standard, specialized, adapted, and inclusive programs. Please call your local recreation center if you have a special need or require any special accommodations.

Program Satisfaction Policy We stand behind the quality of our programs. If you are not satisfied with a program for any reason after attending the first program meeting, you may request a full refund, transfer, or credit. After the second program meeting you may request a pro-rated refund or credit. All refund requests must be made prior to the end date of the program. Refund requests for one-day programs must be made 24 hours in advance. Read program descriptions carefully as some program fees are non refundable. Supply feed are non refundable. Please allow 2 weeks for refund to process.

Instructors Wanted Share your talent with the community. We are looking for innovative, talented, and proficient instructors. Contact your local recreation center or senior center for more information, and fill out an Instructor Class Proposal Form online.

Scholarship The City of Garland Recreation Financial Assistance Program helps families and/or individuals with limited financial resources participate in City of Garland recreation programs and activities. Scholarships available to qualifying patrons. Funds are limited. To apply or for more information, please contact Fields or Hollabaugh Recreation Centers.

A focus on vision:

GARLAND IS AN ACTIVE, HEALTHY, FUN, AND INVITING CITY.

Garland staff developed the department’s vision statement to reflect the direction and long term goals they wanted to achieve to help Grow Garland for future generations. By making Garland more active, healthy, fun and inviting, staff provide a huge investment into Garland that achieves the following:

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Develop stronger neighborhoods

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Assist older adults to develop social networks and achieve a stronger sense of purpose and improve wellness

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Bring families closer together to build stronger communities and reduce crime

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Conserve natural areas to benefit the environment for future generations

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Make Garland more livable to enhance the City’s economic development

Help children grow socially, physically and mentally to be more productive members of society

Active/Healthy

In this and future issues of PLAY, we will focus on the components of our department’s vision statement. This issue will focus on making Garland more active and healthy.

Research shows that our nation’s level of health

is declining, which is causing downward shifts in overall quality of life. Our staff are reversing this trend in Garland by providing events, programs, facilities, open spaces and activities that encourage residents to be more active. Regular activity improves health, increases energy and provides an enhanced sense of well-being. Who doesn’t want that? Below are staff picks for fall 2016 active programs and activities that will help you be more healthy.

Look for the as you page through the guide to easily find the programs below.

Programs

After School Adventures – pg. 6 All Star Hip Hop – pg. 7 Kids Kung Fu – pg. 9 Duck Creek Adventures – pg. 9 Boxing for Kids – pg. 12 Bubble Play – pg. 12 Homeschool Sports – pg. 13 Choreographed Ballroom Dance – pg. 20 Pilates – pg. 22 Yoga – pg. 22 Zumba – pg. 23 Bubble Ball Soccer League – pg. 25 & 27 Special Olympics – pg. 32

Events

Outdoor Fest - pg. 15 Live Well/Go Green Expo – pg. 28 Garland’s Gone Camping - inside cover

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Kids

Arts & Crafts Messy Masterpieces

Dress for a mess! Explore hands on art and create unique masterpieces that you can take home using a variety of messy materials including finger paints, shaving cream, play dough, and goop.

Location: Holford Recreation Center Instructor: Hall Age: 3 - 6 T 11-11:45 AM 9/6-9/27 $36 T 11-11:45 AM 10/4-10/25 $36 T 11-11:45 AM 11/1-11/29 $36

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Holiday Arts & Crafts

Location: Bradfield Recreation Center Age: All Halloween Christmas

Camps

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6-7 PM 10/26 6-7 PM 12/14

$10 $10

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Duck Creek Adventure Camp

After School Adventures - No School Pick Up

Develop skills to become a better student including study practices, organization, concentration, and self-discipline.

Time will include snacks, homework help, and free play for sports and games. Sessions include staff walking students from Shorehaven ES to the recreation center or parents dropping off students.

Location: Bradfield Recreation Center Age: 6 - 12

M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 8/22-8/26 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 8/29-9/2 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 9/6-9/9 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 9/12-9/16 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 9/19-9/23 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 9/26-9/30 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 10/3-10/7 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 10/10-10/14 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 10/17-10/21 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 10/24-10/28 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 10/24-10/28 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 10/31-11/4 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 11/7-11/11 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 11/14-11/18 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 11/21-11/23 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 11/28-12/2 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 12/5-12/9 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 12/12-12/16 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 12/12-12/16 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 12/19-12/21

Cont. After School Adventures - School Pick Up M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 8/29-9/2 $65 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 9/6-9/9 $65 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 9/12-9/16 $65 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 9/19-9/23 $65 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 9/26-9/30 $65 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 10/3-10/7 $65 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 10/10-10/14 $65 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 10/17-10/21 $65 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 10/24-10/28 $65 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 10/31-11/4 $65 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 11/7-11/11 $65 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 11/14-11/18 $65 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 11/21-11/23 $65 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 11/28-12/2 $65 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 12/12-12/16 $65 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 12/19-12/22 $65 M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 12/19-12/22 $65

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After School Adventures - School Pick Up

The sessions below include a $20 transportation fee from Weaver ES and Northlake ES to the recreation center.

Please call Bradfield Recreation Center at 972-205-2770 for further information.

Location: Bradfield Recreation Center Age: 6 - 12

M-F 3:10-6:00 PM 8/22-8/26 $65

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The great outdoors! Discover and participate in local group adventures. Activities include archery, fishing, outdoor exploration, safety, team building games, crafts, outdoor cooking, camping skills, and much more! This is an amazing opportunity to develop new skills, find friends with common interests, and get active.

Location: Audubon Recreation Center Age: 8 - 12 M-W 9 AM-5:00 PM 12/19-12/21 $45

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Community Education Math Edge

Gain an edge and get ahead! Sylvan Learning Center brings curriculums that are designed to build critical thinking skills for the future in a fun and exciting way.

Small group tutoring helps students gain the edge needed to stay at the top of the class.

Location: Holford Recreation Center Instructor: Sylvan Learning Center Age: 6 - 13 M 5PM-6:30 PM 9/12-10/3 M 5PM-6:30 PM 10/10-10/31 M 5PM-6:30 PM 11/7-12/5

$125 $125 $125

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Reading Edge

Gain an edge and get ahead! Sylvan Learning Center brings curriculums that are designed to build critical thinking skills for the future in a fun and exciting way.

Small group tutoring helps students gain the edge needed to stay at the top of the class.

Location: Holford Recreation Center Instructor: Sylvan Learning Center Age: 6 - 13 M 5:00-6:30 PM 9/12-10/3 M 5:00-6:30 PM 10/10-10/31 M 5:00-6:30 PM 11/7-12/5

$125 $125 $125

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Dance

Creative Movement

All Star Hip Hop

Be elite; be dynamic; be you! Take your skills to the next level with instruction that focuses on developing rhythm, style, and proper techniques. Build a strong foundation in dance while developing coordination and increasing strength, flexibility, and self confidence.

Location: Audubon Recreation Center Instructor: Johnson Age: 6-17 T 7:00-8:00 PM 9/6-9/27 $42 T 7:00-8:00 PM 10/4-10/25 $42 T 7:00-8:00 PM 11/1-11/22 $42 T 7:00-8:00 PM 12/6-12/27 $42

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Baby & Me Dance

Swing and sway with your little one! Music, movement, balance, and basic dance steps are used to provide sensory stimulation and brain development for infants. Create a lasting bond through a variety of activities in this fun and safe environment.

Location: Holford Recreation Center Instructor: Anderson Age: up to 2 years old W 10-10:30 AM 9/7-10/12 $45 5806 W 10-10:30 AM 10/26-12/7 $45 5807

Tap, twist, and twirl! Young dancers will be introduced to the basic techniques needed to build a foundation in ballet, tap, and rhythm through a variety of games and activities. Curriculum designed to develop balance and coordination and improve confidence.

Location: Holford Recreation Center Instructor: Anderson Age: 2 - 4 Sa 11-11:45 AM 9/10-10/15 Sa 11-11:45 AM 10/29-12/10

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Dance Combo

Put your dancing shoes on! Learn body movements associated with various styles of dance including modern, lyrical, freestyle, jazz, tap, ballet, and hip hop. Develop poise and grace while increasing self confidence through the use of bouncy balls, educational mats, ribbons, and hula hoops.

Dance Combo - Elementary

Location: Fields Recreation Center Instructor: Jones Age: 6 -13 T 5:15-6:00 PM 9/6-9/27 T 5:15-6:00 PM 10/4-10/25 T 5:15-6:00 PM 11/1-11/22 T 5:15-6:00 PM 12/6-12/13

Discover the dancer within. Move through progressive barre and center exercises that stress skeletal alignment, turnout of the legs, coordination of the hands and arms, weight changes, and proper use of the feet. Establish a strong foundation in dance, build strength, and apply techniques to other forms of dance.

Location: Fields Recreation Center Instructor: Jones Age: 2-6 T 4:45-5:15 PM 9/6-9/27 T 4:45-5:15 PM 10/4-10/25 T 4:45-5:15 PM 11/1-11/22 T 4:45-5:15 PM 12/6-12/13

Ballet

Dance Fusion

Location: Audubon Recreation Center Instructor: Schwericke Age: 3 - 5 Sa 9:30-10:15 AM 9/10-10/29 $47 Sa 11:30 AM -12:15 9/10-10/29 $47 Age: 6 - 12 Sa 10:25-11:10AM 9/10-10/29 $47

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Ballet - Beginner

$53 $53

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Ballet - Preschool

Location: Holford Recreation Center Instructor: Brown Age: 3 - 5 Th 4:00-4:30 PM 9/8-10/13 Th 4:00-4:30 PM 10/20-12/1

$55 $55

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Dance Combo - Preschool

Ballet

Location: Holford Recreation Center Instructor: Brown Age: 6 - 9 Th 4:35-5:20 PM 9/8-10/13 Th 4:35-5:20 PM 10/20-12/1

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It is never too early to get addicted to dance! Young dancers are introduced to the styles of ballet, tap, and jazz in a fun and positive environment. Activities and fun choreography help develop poise, grace, rhythm, technique, and body movements and positions.

Location: Holford Recreation Center Instructor: Anderson Age: 5 - 8 Sa 11:45AM-12:30PM 9/10-10/15 $55 Sa 11:45AM-12:30PM 10/29-12/10 $55

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Health & Fitness

Parent’s Time Out

Fitness 101

Build muscles the right way! Learn correct techniques for working out while gaining knowledge on how the body functions. This one hour fitness orientation targets teenagers looking to get in shape. Upon completion of training, participants are eligible to purchase The Body Shops Fitness Pass Location: Hollabaugh Recreation Center Instructor: Jackson Age: 12 - 15 M-Th 2:00-4:00 PM 9/1-12/29 $25 Location: Fields Recreation Center Instructor: Branch Age: 12 - 15 M-Th 2:00-4:45 PM 9/1-12/29

$25

Location: Granger Recreation Center Instructor: Huerta Age: 12 - 15 Days: M-T,Th,Sa

5:00-6:00 PM 9/1-12/31 $25

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Homeschool PE

Get active and get fit! Learn the basic skills of different sports and physical fitness activities. Strengthen locomotor, non locomotor, and manipulative skills while exploring movement concepts. Develop healthy habits, positive self esteem, social skills, and teamwork in a safe, fun filled environment.

Location: Bradfield Recreation Center Instructor: Gaddis Age: 7 - 14 Th 1:00-2:00 PM 9/1-9/29 Th 1:00-2:00 PM 10/6-10/27 Th 1:00-2:00 PM 11/3-11/17 Th 1:00-2:00 PM 12/1-12/15

$42 $34 $26 $26

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You deserve a break! Take some time for yourselves while the kids have a great time participating in a variety of fun activities designed to keep them engaged.

Activities include games, basic gymnastics, dance, music, arts and crafts, and free play time.

Location: Audubon Recreation Center Age: 3 - 5 W 9:30-12:00 PM 9/21 W 9:30-12:00 PM 10/19 W 9:30-12:00 PM 11/16 W 9:30-12:00 PM 12/21

$9 $9 $9 $9

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Zumba® Fitness

Forget the workout, remember the fun! Combine fast and slow rhythms to learn aerobic routines to the sounds of Latin and International music. Utilizing the principles of fitness interval and resistance training, maximize caloric output, fat burning, and total body toning.

Location: Audubon Recreation Center Age: 9 - 13 Instructor: M. Raygoza Register monthly for $37, weekly for $12, or daily for $5.

Tu-Th 7:30 - 8:30 PM 9/1 - 9/29 Tu-Th 7:30 - 8:30 PM 10/4 - 10/27 Tu-Th 7:30 - 8:30 PM 11/1 - 11/29 Tu-Th 7:30 - 8:30 PM 12/1 - 12/29 Location: Hollabaugh Recreation Center Age: 9 - 13 Instructor: C. Raygoza Register monthly for $37, weekly for $12, or daily for $5.

M-W 6:00 - 7:00 PM 9/5 - 9/28 M-W 6:00 - 7:00 PM 10/3 - 10/26 M-W 6:00 - 7:00 PM 11/1 - 11/30 M-W 6:00 - 7:00 PM 12/5 - 12/28

Martial Arts After School Judo & Jujitsu

Little Tykes Gym

Have your next play date with us! Let the kids loose as they get the chance to play with balls, tunnels, hula hoops, and more. This unstructured play time in the gym provides plenty of space for running, laughing, and having fun!

Location: Fields Recreation Center Instructor: Thompson Age: 2 - 7 W 10:30-11:15 AM 9/7-9/28 W 10:30-11:15 AM 10/5-10/26 W 10:30-11:15 AM 11/2-11/30 W 10:30-11:15 AM 12/7-12/28

$20 $20 $20 $20

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Come join Fields recreation center’s after school judo program. Develop dedication and discipline! Olympic competitor, Bert Becerra, teaches you how to safely control your balance, leverage, and movement while implementing skill, technique, and timing through self defense. Improve concentration, body control, and quick reflexive action. Build self esteem and gain a lifetime of health and fitness knowledge.

Location: Fields Recreation Center Instructor: Becerra Age: 5 - 16 M-F 3:30-5:00 PM 9/1-9/30 M-F 3:30-5:00 PM 10/3-10/31 M-F 3:30-5:00 PM 11/1-11/30 M-F 3:30-5:00 PM 12/1-12/16

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Blakey Tae Kwon Do

Kung Fu - Kids

Location: Granger Recreation Center Age: 5 - 15 Instructor: Blakey Register monthly for $20 or daily for $10.

Sa 9:00 - 11:00 AM 9/3 - 9/24 M 7:00 - 9:00 PM 9/12 - 9/26 Sa 9:00 - 11:00 AM 10/1 - 10/29 M 7:00 - 9:00 PM 10/3 - 10/31 Sa 9:00 - 11:00 AM 11/5 - 11/26 M 7:00 - 9:00 PM 11/7 - 11/28 Sa 9:00 - 11:00 AM 12/3 - 12/31 M 7:00 - 9:00 PM 12/5 - 12/19

Location: Hollabaugh Recreation Center Instructor: Clark Age: 6 - 15 M-T,Sa 7:00-8:00 PM 9/3-9/27 $42 M-T,Sa 7:00-8:00 PM 10/1-10/31 $42 M-T,Sa 7:00-8:00 PM 11/1-11/29 $42 M-T,Sa 7:00-8:00 PM 12/3-12/31 $42

Leadership, integrity, fighting, and exercise. Learn the fluid movement of kicks, punches, and jumps while adding other martial arts for well rounded physical fitness and self defense training. Hold yourself to a higher standard as you achieve new ranks and goals to gain benefits that will last a lifetime.

Judo & Jujitsu - Kids

Develop dedication and discipline! Olympic competitor, Bert Becerra, teaches you how to safely control your balance, leverage, and movement while implementing skill, technique, and timing through self defense. Improve concentration, body control, and quick reflexive action. Build self esteem and gain a lifetime of health and fitness knowledge.

Location: Fields Recreation Center Instructor: Becerra Age: 4 - 16 M,W-Sa 5-7:00 PM 9/1-9/30 M,W-Sa 5-7:00 PM 10/1-10/31 M,W-Sa 5-7:00 PM 11/2-11/30 M,W-Sa 5-7:00 PM 12/1-12/31

$50 $50 $50 $50

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Karate

Grow in mind and body! This Okinawan art of self defense employs hand strikes and kicks with swift and calculated movements used to disable or subdue an opponent. Focus on the flow of kata, self defense, sparring, and weapons.

Attain discipline, self control, and physical fitness.

Location: Audubon Recreation Center Instructor: Young Age: 8 - 14 T,Th 7:00-8:00 PM 9/6-10/6 $31 T,Th 7:00-8:00 PM 10/18-11/17 $31 T,Th 7:00-8:00 PM 11/29-12/29 $31

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Karate Advanced

Location: Holford Recreation Center Instructor: Takao Nakaya Age: 6 -12 Sa 9:30-12:15 PM 10/8-12/3

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Karate Beginner

Location: Holford Recreation Center Instructor: Takao Nakaya Age: 6 - 12 W 6:30-7:45 PM 10/5-11/30

Focus on building a stronger you! Learn the five basic animal styles of Kung Fu while practicing correct execution of kicking, punching, and stance techniques.

Develop discipline and enhance physical skills, dexterity, and alertness through this ancient form of martial arts.

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Tae Kwon Do & Jujitsu

Train your body and mind. Combine two styles of martial arts through feeling, action, reaction, and technique. Patient guidance and practical training emphasize key punch and kick techniques that enhance development by improving mental discipline, posture, coordination, ground techniques, and self defense skills.

Location: Bradfield Recreation Center Instructor: Ybarra Age: 4 - 15 M,W 7:15-8:45 PM 9/7-9/28 M,W 7:15-8:45 PM 10/3-10/26 M,W 7:15-8:45 PM 11/2-11/30 M,W 7:15-8:45 PM 12/5-12/28

$36 $40 $40 $36

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Outdoor Adventures Duck Creek Adventures

The great outdoors! Discover and participate in local group adventures. Activities include archery, fishing, outdoor exploration, safety, team building games, crafts, outdoor cooking, camping skills, and much more! This is an amazing opportunity to develop new skills, find friends with common interests, and get active.

Location: Audubon Recreation Center Age: 8 - 11 T 4:00-4:45 PM 9/6-9/27 T 4:00-4:45 PM 10/4-10/25 T 4:00-4:45 PM 11/1-11/29 T 4:00-4:45 PM 12/6-12/27

$29 $29 $29 $29

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Location: Audubon Recreation Center Age: 12 - 16 Th 4:00-4:45 PM 9/8-9/29 Th 4:00-4:45 PM 10/6-10/27 Th 4:00-4:45 PM 11/3-11/17 Th 4:00-4:45 PM 12/1-12/29

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Performing Arts

The Childbloom Guitar Program

Acting and Comedy Camp

Show your creative side through plays and skits! Gain the knowledge of acting through voice projection, interpretation, and improvisation. Learn how to use props and backdrops to bring the show to life. Perform for family and friends on the last day.

Location: Hollabaugh Recreation Center Instructor: Jones Age: 6 and up M 3:45-5:45 PM 9/12-9/26 $41 M 3:45-5:45 PM 12/5-12/19 $41 M 3:45-5:45 PM 10/3-10/24 $57 M 3:45-5:45 PM 11/7-11/21 $41

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Baby & Me Music

Love and grow through music with your little one! Enjoy a variety of activities using music, singing, listening, watching, moving, and exploring with instruments that engage infants and toddlers at their own level. This shared learning experience creates a unique bond as learning becomes associated with fun, musical play.

Location: Holford Recreation Center Instructor: Anderson Age: up to 2 years old W 10:30-11:00 AM 9/7-10/12 W 10:30-11:00 AM 10/26-12/7

$45 $45

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Strike a chord! Learn basic fundamentals including how to tune the instrument, basic open and barre chords, understanding notation, basic reading, and playing in time. Students with little or no knowledge of playing guitar thrive in this enriching musical environment. Bring an acoustic guitar.

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Guitar - Continuing

Location: Holford Recreation Center Instructor: Reger Age: 8 and up Sa 1:30-2:10 PM 8/27-10/8 Sa 1:30-2:10 PM 11/5-12/10

Location: Hollabaugh Recreation Center Instructor: Verde Age: 5 - 12 M 3:15-3:55 PM 9/12-9/26 $75 M 3:15-3:55 PM 10/3-10/31 $75 M 3:15-3:55 PM 11/7-11/28 $75 M 3:15-3:55 PM 12/5-12/19 $75 M 4:00-4:40 PM 9/12-9/26 $75 M 4:00-4:40 PM 10/3-10/31 $75 M 4:00-4:40 PM 11/7-11/28 $75 M 4:00-4:40 PM 12/5-12/19 $75 M 4:50-5:30 PM 9/12-9/26 $75 M 4:50-5:30 PM 10/3-10/31 $75 M 4:50-5:30 PM 11/7-11/28 $75 M 4:50-5:30 PM 12/5-12/19 $75 M 4:50-5:30 PM 11/7-11/28 $75

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Location: Audubon Recreation Center Instructor: Verde Age: 5 - 12 T 3:15-8:00 PM 9/6-9/27 T 3:15-8:00 PM 10/4-10/25 T 3:15-8:00 PM 11/1-11/29 T 3:15-8:00 PM 12/6-12/27 Th 2:00-8:00 PM 9/1-9/29 Th 2:00-8:00 PM 10/6-10/27 Th 2:00-8:00 PM 11/3-11/17 Th 2:00-8:00 PM 12/1-12/29

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Modeling, Etiquette, & Acting

Guitar - Beginner

Location: Holford Recreation Center Instructor: Reger Age: 8 and up Sa 12:50-1:30 PM 8/27-10/8 Sa 12:50-1:30 PM 11/5-12/10

Strike a chord! Learn basic fundamentals including how to tune the instrument, basic open chords, understanding notation, basic reading, and playing in time. Students with little or no knowledge of playing guitar thrive in this enriching musical environment. Increase musicality and performance skills. For more information about the program visit www.dallascountieseast.childbloom.com.

Student will be required to have an appropriate age sized nylon string guitar. There will be a $35 enrollment fee which includes initial learning material. Fee is payable to the instructor on the first day of class.

Find beauty inside and out. Become a lady while learning posture, how to sit, manners, and table settings. Cover the fundamentals of being a model including makeup application, using cleansers, wardrobe choices, and modeling stances. Your confidence will soar while performing acting and improv activities at the jam session each class.

Location: Hollabaugh Recreation Center Instructor: Jones Age: 6 - 19 M 7:15-8:15 PM 9/12-9/26 $28 M 7:15-8:15 PM 10/3-10/24 $37 M 7:15-8:15 PM 11/7-11/21 $28 M 7:15-8:15 PM 12/5-12/19 $28

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Kids Music Discovery Piano

Violin

Homeschool Piano

Location: Bradfield Recreation Center Instructor: Gaddis Age: 7 and up T 4:00-5:00 PM 9/6-9/27 T 4:00-5:00 PM 10/4-10/25 T 4:00-5:00 PM 11/1-11/29 T 4:00-5:00 PM 12/6-12/13

Tickle the ivories! Learn the basics of playing the piano including proper playing technique, note recognition, and the fundamentals of music theory. Instruction is based on age appropriate learning materials and activities including games, worksheets, and hands on performance. $5 supply fee payable to instructor.

Location: Holford Recreation Center Instructor: Verde Age: 6 - 12 W 2:50-3:30 PM 9/7-9/28 W 2:50-3:30 PM 10/5-10/26 W 2:50-3:30 PM 11/2-11/30 W 2:50-3:30 PM 12/7-12/21

$54 $54 $54 $41

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Music Discovery Piano I

Location: Holford Recreation Center Instructor: Verde Age: 7 - 12 W 4:10-4:50 PM 9/7-9/28 W 4:10-4:50 PM 10/5-10/26 W 4:10-4:50 PM 11/2-11/30 W 4:10-4:50 PM 12/7-12/21

$54 $54 $54 $41

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Musical Explorers

Music is all around you! Learn about musical concepts and develop an ear for music while exploring styles and sounds from around the world. Activities help increase language development, social skills, and creative expression in an open and inviting environment.

Location: Holford Recreation Center Instructor: Anderson Age: 3 - 5 W 11:00-11:45 AM 9/7-10/12 W 11:00-11:45 AM 10/26-12/7

Make some music! Learn the basics of violin including proper stance, how to hold the bow, finger placement on strings, and bowing patterns. Basic keys, correct tune, and sight reading will be covered. Appreciate the beauty and grace of this classical instrument while expanding your musical knowledge.

$62 $62 $62 $32

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Sports All Star Tumbling Level 1

Music Discovery Piano II

Location: Holford Recreation Center Instructor: Verde Age: 7 - 12 W 3:30-4:10 PM 10/5-10/26 W 3:30-4:10 PM 11/2-11/30 W 3:30-4:10 PM 12/7-12/21 W 4:50-5:30 PM 9/7-9/28 W 4:50-5:30 PM 10/5-10/26 W 4:50-5:30 PM 11/2-11/30 W 4:50-5:30 PM 12/7-12/21 W 3:30-4:10 PM 9/7-9/28

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$55 $55

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Tumble like crazy! Build a solid foundation in tumbling through floor exercises and drills that focus on proper technique and execution. Learn cartwheels, round offs, handsprings, and layouts. Improve sports skills and physical fitness while increasing strength, coordination, and balance.

Location: Audubon Recreation Center Instructor: Johnson Age: 6 - 17 M 7:00-8:00 PM 9/12-9/26 M 7:00-8:00 PM 10/3-10/24 M 7:00-8:00 PM 11/7-11/28 M 7:00-8:00 PM 12/5-12/19

$32 $42 $42 $32

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All Star Tumbling Level 2

Location: Audubon Recreation Center Instructor: Johnson Age: 6 - 17 M 8:00-9:00 PM 9/12-9/26 M 8:00-9:00 PM 10/3-10/24 M 8:00-9:00 PM 11/7-11/28 M 8:00-9:00 PM 12/5-12/19

Basketball Skills

Start off with a slam dunk! Learn the basic skills of the game including dribbling, shooting, and ball movement. Improve motor skills, hand and eye coordination, and listening skills through a variety of activities.

Encourage teamwork and make new friends in a noncompetitive environment.

Location: Fields Recreation Center Age: 8 - 13 Th 6:30-7:30 PM 9/8-10/13 Th 6:30-7:30 PM 10/27-12/8

$30 $30

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Age: 8 - 15 Sa 11:30-12:30 PM 9/10-10/15 $30 Sa 10:30-11:30 AM 10/29-12/10 $30

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Basketball Skills - Advanced

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Basketball Skills - Beginner

Age: 8 and up Sa 10:30-11:30 AM 9/10-10/15 Sa 10:30-11:30 AM 10/29-12/10

$30 $30

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Cont. Cheer Combo - Preschool M 6:00-6:30 PM 10/3-10/24 M 6:00-6:30 PM 11/7-11/21 M 6:00-6:30 PM 12/5-12/19

$34 $26 $26

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Boxing for Kids

Competitive Cheer Combo

Float like a butterfly; sting like a bee! Learn the basics or build on the fundamentals you know including proper stance, movement, and explosive techniques from a certified coach. Develop a solid boxing foundation in a quick tempo atmosphere that builds strength and discipline.

Show some spirit! Learn new skills and improve techniques through a variety of drills, jumps, tumbling, and stunts while preparing for school tryouts and competitions. Develop discipline, flexibility, posture, and teamwork. A competition level performance will be held the last day of the season for family and friends.

Location: Granger Recreation Center Instructor: Moore Age: 4 - 18 T,Th 5:00-5:45 PM 9/1-9/29 T,Th 5:00-5:45 PM 10/4-10/27 T,Th 5:00-5:45 PM 11/1-11/29 T,Th 5:00-5:45 PM 12/1-12/29

Location: Granger Recreation Center Instructor: Jones Age: 6 - 13 W 5:30-6:15 PM 9/7-9/28 W 5:30-6:15 PM 10/5-10/26 W 5:30-6:15 PM 11/2-11/23 W 5:30-6:15 PM 12/7-12/28

$37 $37 $37 $37

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Location: Hollabaugh Recreation Center Instructor: Moore Age: 5 - 18 Sa 1:45-2:45 PM 9/3-9/24 $22 Sa 1:45-2:45 PM 10/1-10/29 $22 Sa 1:45-2:45 PM 11/5-11/26 $22 Sa 1:45-2:45 PM 12/3-12/31 $22

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Bubble Play

Let’s have a bubbly good time! Bubble Play is new and upcoming way to enjoy various activities and games with knocker balls. The kids will engage in activities that are fun and challenging, but not beyond his or her abilities while gaining balance and coordination skills.

Location: Hollabaugh Recreation Center Instructor: Jackson Age: 6 - 15 Th 6:00-7:00 PM 9/8-9/29 $15 Th 6:00-7:00 PM 10/6-10/27 $15

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Check out our new Bubble Soccer League on page 27 and Bubble Soccer party rentals at Fields Rec. Center on page 39!

Cheer Combo - Elementary

Ready, okay! Perform floor exercises, games, backbends, front and back tumbling skills, splits, and more while learning the basics of cheerleading, gymnastics, and tumbling. Build your endurance, self esteem, confidence, and flexibility through drill exercises, form, fundamentals, and cheers.

Location: Hollabaugh Recreation Center Instructor: Jones Age: 6 - 13 M 6:30-7:15 PM 9/12-9/26 $29 M 6:30-7:15 PM 11/7-11/21 $29 M 6:30-7:15 PM 12/5-12/19 $29

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Cheer Combo - Preschool

Age: 2 - 6 M 6:00-6:30 PM 9/12-9/26

$26

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Start off with a slam dunk! Learn the basic skills of basketball including dribbling, shooting, and ball movement. Improve motor skills, hand and eye coordination, and listening skills through a variety of activities. Encourage teamwork and make new friends in a noncompetitive environment.

Location: Bradfield Recreation Center Age: 5 - 9 Instructor: Thompson See monthly price below or daily for $10.

M 6:00 - 6:45 PM $27 9/12 - 9/26 M 6:00 - 6:45 PM $36 10/3 - 10/24 M 6:00 - 6:45 PM $18 11/7 - 11/14

Gymnastic Tumbling

Jump into fun! Learn the basics of gymnastics with a variety of equipment including mats, balance beam, trampoline, and more. Develop a strong foundation in the sport through energizing activities that will enhance physical fitness and endurance, and build character.

Location: Holford Recreation Center Instructor: Anderson Age: 5 - 7 Sa 10:00-10:45 AM 9/10-10/15 $55 Sa 10:00-10:45 AM 10/29-12/10 $55

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Kids Homeschool Sports

Fitness, Fun, and Fundamentals! Explore multiple sports in an exciting team environment, while learning the rules, strategies, and techniques of each sport. Enjoy old favorites mixed with new ones through drills and activities for games including kickball, dodgeball, whiffle ball, wall ball, capture the flag, and more.

Location: Holford Recreation Center Instructor: Bowman Sports Age: 6 - 14 Th 1:00-2:30 PM 9/8-9/29 Th 1:00-2:30 PM 10/6-10/27 Th 1:00-2:30 PM 11/3-12/15

$45 $45 $65

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Hot shots tennis is a perfect first experience for any youth wanting to have fun within a group while sampling tennis and developing a passion for the game. The four key elements for hot shots tennis is fun, tactical/play, skills, and socializing. All lessons center around different games each week.

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Ready, okay! Perform floor exercises, games, backbends, front and back tumbling skills, splits, and more while learning the basics of cheerleading, gymnastics, and tumbling. Build your endurance, self esteem, confidence, and flexibility through drill exercises, form, fundamentals, and cheers.

Location: Granger Recreation Center Instructor: Jones Age: 2 - 6 W 5:00-5:30 PM 9/7-9/28 W 5:00-5:30 PM 10/5-10/26 W 5:00-5:30 PM 11/2-11/23 W 5:00-5:30 PM 12/7-12/28

$34 $34 $34 $34

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Mini Tumbler $20 $20 $20 $20

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Lil’ Dribblers

Stop, drop, and roll! Parents stay and play with your little one and help them develop physically and mentally through gymnastics based activities. Using the balance beam and mats, play games that develop strength, coordination, and listening skills while increasing social interaction.

Start off with a slam dunk! Learn the basic skills of the game including dribbling, shooting, and ball movement. Improve motor skills, hand and eye coordination, and listening skills through a variety of activities. Encourage teamwork and make new friends in a noncompetitive environment.

Location: Holford Recreation Center Instructor: Anderson Age: 2 - 4 Sa 9:15-10:00 AM 9/10-10/15 Sa 9:15-10:00 AM 10/29-12/10

Location: Fields Recreation Center Instructor: Thompson Age: 3 - 6 T 4:00-4:40 PM 9/6-9/27 T 4:00-4:40 PM 10/4-10/25 T 4:00-4:40 PM 11/1-11/29 T 4:00-4:40 PM 12/6-12/27

Skyhawks Flag Football $27 $27 $27 $27

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Lil’ Tots Soccer

Have a ball! Learn the beginner skills of the sport including stopping the ball with the foot, dribbling, passing, and kicking in a noncompetitive environment. Soccer teaches team play and develops improved foot and eye coordination, while turning young students into great players.

Location: Bradfield Recreation Center Instructor: Gaddis Age: 3 - 6 T 1:00-1:40 PM 9/6-9/27 T 1:00-1:40 PM 10/4-10/25 T 1:00-1:40 PM 11/1-11/15 T 1:00-1:40 PM 12/6-12/20

$27 $27 $27 $27

Little Cheer and Tumblers

Hot Shots Tennis

Location: Fields Recreation Center Instructor: Thompson Age: 7 - 13 Th 5:00-5:30 PM 9/8-9/29 Th 5:00-5:30 PM 10/6-10/27 Th 5:00-5:30 PM 11/3-11/17 Th 5:00-5:30 PM 12/1-12/29

Cont. Lil’ Tots Soccer Location: Fields Recreation Center Instructor: Thompson Age: 3 - 6 W 4:00-4:40 PM 9/7-9/28 W 4:00-4:40 PM 10/5-10/26 W 4:00-4:40 PM 11/2-11/30 W 4:00-4:40 PM 12/7-12/28

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Flag football is the perfect introduction to “America’s Game.” Learn skills on both sides of the football including the core components of passing, catching, and defense. The session ends with the Skyhawks Super Bowl, giving athletes a chance to showcase their skills on the gridiron!

Location: Hollabaugh Recreation Center Instructor: McDonald Age: 7 - 13 Th 5:30-6:30 PM 10/6-10/27 $31

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Skyhawks Mini-Hawk

Take a positive first step into athletics. Introductions to baseball and soccer are taught through a variety of age appropriate games and activities. Young athletes develop attention skills, balance, and hand and eye coordination in a safe and structured environment.

Location: Hollabaugh Recreation Center Instructor: McDonald Age: 4 - 8 Th 5:30-6:30 PM 9/8-9/29 $31

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Skyhawks Multi-Sport

Why choose one sport? Get an introduction to a variety of different sports all in one place. Learn the essential skills and rules of each sport including soccer, baseball, flag football, and dodgeball. Develop new skills and build a solid foundation in sports.

Location: Hollabaugh Recreation Center Instructor: McDonald Age: 7 - 13 Th 6:30-7:30 PM 10/6-10/27 $31

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Skyhawks Soccer I

Join the world’s most popular sport! Learn the basic skills of the game through age appropriate drills and exercises. Using progressive curriculum, young athletes will gain the technical skills and sport knowledge required to take the next step into soccer competition.

Location: Hollabaugh Recreation Center Instructor: McDonald Age: 6 - 10 Sa 10:00-11:00 AM 9/10-10/1 $31 Sa 10:00-11:00 AM 10/8-10/29 $31

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Skyhawks Soccer II

Location: Hollabaugh Recreation Center Instructor: McDonald Age: 9 - 13 Sa 11:00AM-12:00 PM 9/10-10/1 $31 Sa 11:00AM-12:00 PM 10/8-10/29 $31

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Skyhawks Tiny-Hawk

Score big with a great start! Learn the fundamental skills of both soccer and t-ball in a fun and encouraging environment. Athletes develop balance, body movement, hand and eye coordination, and skill development through a series of sport specific games.

Location: Hollabaugh Recreation Center Instructor: McDonald Age: 3 - 5 Th 5:30-6:15 PM 9/8-9/29 $31 Th 6:30-7:30 PM 9/8-9/29 $31

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T-Ball

A great start lasts a lifetime. Various techniques and drills teach the fundamentals of hitting, catching, and throwing.

Students benefit from enhanced hand and eye coordination, improved physical fitness, and learning to follow directions and progressive steps. Gain a healthy social experience and make new friends.

Location: Audubon Recreation Center Instructor: Peterson Age: 3 - 5 T 11:00-11:40 AM 9/6-9/27 T 11:00-11:40 AM 10/4-10/25 T 11:00-11:40 AM 11/1-11/29 T 11:00-11:40 AM 12/6-12/27

$27 $27 $27 $27

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Cont. T-Ball Location: Fields Recreation Center Instructor: Thompson Age: 3 - 6 Th 4:00-4:40 PM 9/1-9/29 Th 4:00-4:40 PM 10/6-10/27 Th 4:00-4:40 PM 11/3-11/17 Th 4:00-4:40 PM 12/1-12/29

$27 $27 $21 $27

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Volleyball

Pass, set, spike! Learn the basic skills through effective and organized instruction. Develop fundamental ball handling abilities including passing, serving, setting, blocking, spiking, and defense. Improve your game and have fun while gaining valuable sportsmanship and team play experience.

Location: Granger Recreation Center Instructor: Arradaza Age: 8 - 13 Sa 10:00-11:00 AM 9/3-9/24 Sa 10:00-11:00 AM 10/1-10/29 Sa 10:00-11:00 AM 11/5-11/26 Sa 10:00-11:00 AM 12/3-12/31

$25 $25 $25 $25

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Location: Granger Recreation Center Instructor: Arradaza Age: 13 - 17 Sa 11:00-12:30 PM 9/3-9/24 Sa 11:00-12:30 PM 10/1-10/29 Sa 11:00-12:30 PM 11/5-11/26 Sa 11:00-12:30 PM 12/3-12/31

$30 $30 $30 $30

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Volleyball

Pass, set, spike! Learn the basic skills through effective and organized instruction. Develop fundamental ball handling abilities including passing, serving, setting, blocking, spiking, and defense. Improve your game and have fun while gaining valuable sportsmanship and team play experience.

Location: Fields Recreation Center Age: 13 - 17 Th 7:45-8:45 PM 9/8-9/29 Th 7:45-8:45 PM 10/6-10/27 Th 7:45-8:45 PM 11/3-11/17 Th 7:45-8:45 PM 12/1-12/29

$30 $30 $30 $30

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Location: Fields Recreation Center Age: 8 - 12 T 7:45-8:45 PM 9/6-9/27 T 7:45-8:45 PM 10/4-10/25 T 7:45-8:45 PM 11/1-11/29 T 7:45-8:45 PM 12/6-12/27

$25 $25 $25 $25

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playing 2016 playful city usa

garland is not around with its

designation

Garland is making play a priority.

With its brand new designation as a 2016 Playful City USA, Garland is taking bold steps to create more play opportunities for all kids.

Why is play so important?

Play can help manage toxic stress, an epidemic among children in low-income families. Play can spark creativity and resilience - two of the most important leadership and job skills of the 21st

century. Play also enriches all other aspects of learning from the STEM disciplines to critical thinking and analysis.

Cities, engaged citizens and leaders working together have the power to turn all spaces into transformative theaters of activity, inspiration, and discovery—and in the process, to change minds and habits.

The KaBOOM! Playful City USA program has inspired infrastructure investments, programs

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and policy changes among cities across the country. Garland is one of 257 cities in 2016 that are at the vanguard of the national playability movement.

“We are thrilled to recognize cities that invest in putting kids first,” said KaBOOM! CEO James Siegal. “Balanced and active play is crucial to ensuring kids— and the places they live— thrive.

By integrating play into cities, the leaders of our Playful City USA communities recognize that kids and families want to live in close proximity to safe places to play.”

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Since 1996, KaBOOM! has collaborated with partners to build, open or improve nearly 16,300 playgrounds, engaged more than one million volunteers and served 8.1 million kids. KaBOOM! creates great places to play, inspires communities to promote and support play, and works to drive the national discussion about the importance of play in fostering healthy and productive lives.

To learn why #playmatters and why Garland is embracing #playability, visit kaboom.org or join the conversation at twitter.com/kaboom.

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Adults Cont. Ceramics Th Th

10 AM-2:00 PM 10 AM-2:00 PM

11/3-11/17 12/1-12/22

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U Can Paint - I Promise

Learn color mixing, brush strokes, and time saving techniques with the guidance of artist Robert Garden.

Paint with confidence, improve your artful eye, and complete an oil painting on canvas each class.

“Blue Dome of Mykonos”

Location: Garland Senior Activity Center Instructor: Garden Age: 55 and up $20 supply fee payable to instructor. All supplies provided.

W 12:30-3:30 PM 9/7-9/7 $17 5864

Arts & Crafts Art of Pencil Drawing

Draw what you see! Master the fundamentals of pencil and ink drawing including basic forms, composition, light and shadows, and values. Create your own works of art with an accomplished artist as she takes you step by step with instructions that are easy to follow.

Location: Holford Recreation Center Instructor: Sharman Age: 18 and up W 11 AM-12:30 PM 9/7-9/28 W 11 AM-12:30 PM 10/5-10/26 W 11 AM-12:30 PM 11/2-11/30 W 11 AM-12:30 PM 12/7-12/28

$52 $52 $52 $52

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Brilliant Watercolors

Beauty in every stroke! Immerse yourself in the world of watercolors while learning about color, perspective, pigments, and their characteristics. All levels of artists will grow in this fun, encouraging environment that leads you to mastering this beautiful medium. Purchase start up supplies through the instructor. Cost will be approximately $50.

Location: Holford Recreation Center Instructor: Sharman Age: 18 and up Th 10 AM-1:00 PM 9/8-9/29 Th 10 AM-1:00 PM 10/6-10/27 Th 10 AM-1:00 PM 11/3-12/1 Th 10 AM-1:00 PM 12/8-12/29

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Ceramics

Be creative and have fun! Learn a variety of painting techniques including fired and translucent glazes and non fired stains. Work independently to complete beautiful projects that are ready for any competition. Make lasting friendships in a social atmosphere while improving your application techniques and design choices.

Location: Garland Senior Activity Center Instructor: Bellomy Age: 55 and up Th 10 AM-2:00 PM 9/1-9/29 $27 Th 10 AM-2:00 PM 10/6-10/27 $27

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“Destin’s Emerald Beach”

Location: Garland Senior Activity Center Instructor: Garden Age: 55 and up $20 supply fee payable to instructor. All supplies provided.

W 12:30-3:30 PM 10/5-10/5 $17 5865

“Aspen Road off Trail”

Location: Garland Senior Activity Center Instructor: Garden Age: 55 and up $20 supply fee payable to instructor. All supplies provided.

W 12:30-3:30 PM 11/9-11/9 $17 5866

“Cottage on the Lake in the Snow”

Location: Garland Senior Activity Center Instructor: Garden Age: 55 and up $20 supply fee payable to instructor. All supplies provided.

W 12:30-3:30 PM 12/7-12/7 $17 5867

Uniquely Made Cards

Discover the art of creating cards and paper crafts in this one-day course! There are many ways to add your personal touch to gifts and cards. This hands-on class teaches you how to create personalized greeting cards and paper crafts. No experience necessary. You will make and take home all items. All materials are provided.

Each class covers a different topic and technique.

Location: Audubon Recreation Center Instructor: Taylor Age: 16 and up T 6:30-8:30 PM 9/13-9/13 T 6:30-8:30 PM 10/11-10/11 T 6:30-8:30 PM 11/8-11/8 T 6:30-8:30 PM 12/13-12/13

$20 $20 $20 $20

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Community Education

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ESL Class - Level 2

Students will begin to learn more about sentence structure, basic grammar, asking questions, and be able to read and write simple sentences.

AARP - Driver Safety Program

Learn to drive defensively. AARP offers this eye opening course based on the needs of the mature driver. Refresh your driving knowledge from the rules of the road and traffic hazards, to collision prevention and night driving. Become more informed, better prepared for the road, and a better driver.

Location: Hollabaugh Recreation Center Instructor: Monroe Age: 16 and up T 11:30 AM-1:30 PM 8/30-11/15 $120

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ESL Class - Level 2

Eligible for auto insurance discount only, not for ticket dismissal. A $15 AARP member or a $20 non-member supply fee is payable to AARP at the class.

The introductory level for true beginners. Learn the alphabet, numbers greetings/introductions, and useful everyday vocabulary.

Location: Garland Senior Activity Center Age: 50 and up Th 1:00-5:00 PM 9/15 5860 Th 1:00-5:00 PM 10/20 5861 Th 1:00-5:00 PM 11/17 5862 Th 1:00-5:00 PM 12/15 5863

Location: Fields Recreation Center Instructor: Monroe Age: 16 and up M 7:00-8:00 PM 10/3-12/19 $100

ESL - English as a Second Language

Become self-sufficient in the English language. Instruction includes speaking, listening, reading, life skills, and oral and written communication for individuals with limited English proficiency. Obtain the knowledge and skills needed to complete college entrance exams and help you gain employment.

Location: Audubon Recreation Center Instructor: Sabala Age: 16 and up Sa 9AM-1:00 PM 9/17-10/22 $70 Sa 9AM-1:00 PM 11/5-12/17 $70

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ESL Class - Level 1

The introductory level for true beginners. Learn the alphabet, numbers greetings/introductions, and useful everyday vocabulary.

Location: Fields Recreation Center Instructor: Monroe Age: 16 and up M 6:00-7:00 PM 10/3-12/19

$100

Location: Hollabaugh Recreation Center Instructor: Monroe Age: 16 and up T 9:30-11:30 AM 8/30-11/15 $120

ESL Class - Level 2 (Night)

The introductory level for true beginners. Learn the alphabet, numbers greetings/introductions, and useful everyday vocabulary.

Location: Hollabaugh Recreation Center Instructor: Monroe Age: 16 and up Th 7:30-8:30 PM 9/1-11/17 $100

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ESL Class - Level 3

Students will continue to build their vocabulary and listening skills, be able to read full paragraphs, and write small three sentences paragraphs.

Location: Hollabaugh Recreation Center Instructor: Monroe Age: 16 and up T 1:30-3:30 PM 8/30-11/15 $120

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ESL Class - Level 4

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Students will begin learning about more complex grammar, be able to read and write five sentence paragraphs, and use logic skills when answering questions from the reading.

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Location: Hollabaugh Recreation Center Instructor: Monroe Age: 16 and up Th 9:30-11:30 AM 9/1-11/17 $120

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ESL Class - Level 5

ESL Class - Level 1 (Night)

The introductory level for true beginners. Learn the alphabet, numbers greetings/introductions, and useful everyday vocabulary.

Location: Hollabaugh Recreation Center Instructor: Monroe Age: 16 and up Th 6:00-7:00 PM 9/1-11/17 $100

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Students will begin writing compound sentences, correctly use semicolons and begin reading and writing multi-paragraph stories. They will also be able to practice and improve their communication skills by sharing more about themselves and their cultures through classroom activities.

Location: Hollabaugh Recreation Center Instructor: Monroe Age: 16 and up Th 11:30-1:30 PM 9/1-11/17 $120

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ESL Class - Level 6

The most advanced level is for students who already know how to read and write pretty well, but wish to improve their speaking, as well as learn more about American etiquette and culture.

Location: Hollabaugh Recreation Center Instructor: Monroe Age: 16 and up Th 1:30-3:30 PM 9/1-11/17 $120

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GED Preparation

Take the first step towards a better tomorrow.

Prepare yourself for the GED exam with instruction in reading, writing, mathematics, and oral and written communication. Obtain the knowledge and skills needed to take the test, complete college entrance applications, and employment exams.

Location: Audubon Recreation Center Instructor: Sabala Age: 16 and up Sa 9 AM-1:00 PM 9/17-10/22 $70 Sa 9 AM-1:00 PM 11/5-12/17 $70

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Dance Advanced Ballroom Dance

Two left feet? Fear no more! Learn all the right moves from an instructor with over 40 years of teaching experience. Learn the intricate steps of the foxtrot, waltz, rumba, cha cha, tango, and more. Learn new moves, improve your groove, exercise, and socialize.

Location: Garland Senior Activity Center Instructor: Faris Age: 50 and up T 11:30-1:00 PM 9/6-9/27 $27 T 11:30-1:00 PM 10/4-10/25 $27 T 11:30-1:00 PM 11/1-11/29 $27 T 11:30-1:00 PM 12/6-12/20 $27

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Belly Dance

Shimmy, shake! This ancient dance uses gentle and repetitive movement to exercise all of your muscles.

Strengthen and tone your shape, add flexibility, and improve circulation. Mobilize joints and possibly slow the onset of arthritis and back problems. Increase endurance while gaining poise and grace.

Location: Holford Recreation Center Instructor: Donahue Age: 16 and up T 6-7:00 PM 9/6-9/27 $42 T 6-7:00 PM 10/4-10/25 $42 T 6-7:00 PM 11/1-11/29 $42 T 6-7:00 PM 12/6-12/27 $42

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Choreographed Ballroom

Dance and sway with ease! Relieve the stress of learning popular ballroom styles by having a cuer call out the moves. Learn routines and figures to standard dance rhythms such as rumba, jive, cha cha, waltz, tango, and foxtrot. Increase your confidence and look better on the dance floor.

Location: Holford Recreation Center Instructor: Webb Age: 18 and up Th 6:45-8:45 PM 10/6-12/29 $30

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Fan & Flare Dance

Dance the night away! Instruction includes techniques and moves used in line dancing, square dancing, and round dancing from the classics to spaghetti rags.

This inexpensive social activity helps you improve coordination and gain valuable exercise through exciting degrees of challenge.

Location: Granger Recreation Center Instructor: Hixson Age: 18 and up M 7-9:00 PM 11/7-1/30

$42

Soul Line Dancing

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Step in time! Learn new and old R&B, soul, and hip hop line dances while burning calories. Receive step by step instructions that will give you the confidence to take on any dance floor. Enjoy all the benefits of an aerobic workout without it feeling like exercise!

Location: Bradfield Recreation Center Instructor: Spencer Age: 14 and up See below for monthly price or daily for $8.

Tu 7 - 8:30 PM 9/6-9/27 $24 Tu 7 - 8:30 PM 10/4-10/25 $24 Tu 7 - 8:30 PM 11/1 - 11/29 $32 Tu 7 - 8:30 PM 12/6-12/27 $24

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Ramblin’ Rounds

Don’t like to lead when you are dancing? This partner dance, similar to both ballroom and square dancing, has a cuer calling out the dance moves. Challenge yourself to this fun choreography, learn something new, or further develop what you know.

Location: Granger Recreation Center Instructor: Hixson Age: 16 and up T 7-9:00 PM 10/4-12/27

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Health & Fitness Ameen Fit

Your life; your body; your adventure! Get up and get going for an invigorating workout including fitness instruction, motivational training, and energizing activities designed to help you reach your fitness goals. Increase strength, endurance, and improve your confidence.

Location: Hollabaugh Recreation Center Instructor: Crawford Age: 12 and up Sa 11:30-12:30 PM 9/3-9/24 $30 Sa 11:30-12:30 PM 10/1-10/29 $30 Sa 11:30-12:30 PM 11/5-11/26 $30 Sa 11:30-12:30 PM 12/3-12/31 $30

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Boot Camp

Your life; your body; your adventure! Get up and get going for an invigorating workout including fitness instruction, motivational training, and energizing activities designed to help you reach your fitness goals. Increase strength, endurance, and improve your confidence.

Location: Bradfield Recreation Center Instructor: Gaddis Age: 17 and up M,W 7-8:00 PM 9/7-9/28 M,W 7-8:00 PM 10/3-10/31 M,W 7-8:00 PM 11/2-11/16 M,W 7-8:00 PM 12/5-12/14

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Boxing Fitness

Box your way to a leaner body! Learn proper stance, movements, and offensive techniques while conditioning your mind and body. Full body movements help tone muscles and build strength while optimizing your cardiovascular system. Enhance your athletic skills like footwork, agility, quickness, coordination, endurance, stamina, and timing.

Location: Granger Recreation Center Instructor: Moore Age: 18 and up Sa 11 AM-12:00 PM 9/3-9/24 $37 Sa 11 AM-12:00 PM 10/1-10/29 $37 Sa 11 AM-12:00 PM 11/5-11/26 $37 Sa 11 AM-12:00 PM 12/3-12/31 $37

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Chair Yoga

Pull up a chair! Many of the mind and body benefits of yoga can be experienced with the support of a chair. Class includes breathing, gentle stretching, and modified poses that improve respiration, circulation, flexibility, and muscle tone. Develop better posture and balance. De-stress! Re-energize! Purchase a 10 visit fitness punch card for $35 or a 20 visit punch card for $60. Card is good for all fitness classes at Senior Activity Center except Tai Chi. Location: Garland Senior Activity Center Instructor: Sadler Age: 55 and up T,Th 9:15-10:15 AM 9/1-9/29 T,Th 9:15-10:15 AM 10/4-10/27 T,Th 9:15-10:15 AM 11/1-11/29 T,Th 9:15-10:15 AM 12/1-12/22

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Fitness Plus

This 60 minute low-impact, aerobics class is set to upbeat music from the 40s, 50s, and 60s. It is designed to increase flexibility, maintain the joints, tone muscles, improve cardiovascular fitness, invigorate and even lose weight. This class is on-going. We welcome newcomers at any time. Purchase a 10 visit fitness punch card for $35 or a 20 visit punch card for $60. Card is good for all fitness classes at Senior Activity Center except Tai Chi. Location: Garland Senior Activity Center Instructor: Bone Age: 55 and up M,W,F 8:30-9:30 AM 9/2-9/30 M,W,F 8:30-9:30 AM 10/3-10/31 M,W,F 8:30-9:30 AM 11/2-11/30 M,W,F 8:30-9:30 AM 12/2-12/30

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Adults

Jazzercise

Burn up to 600 calories in one effective 60 minute workout. Combine dance based cardio with strength training and stretching to sculpt, tone, and lengthen muscles for maximum fat burn. Choreographed to today’s hottest music, Jazzercise is a fusion of jazz dance, aerobic exercise, resistance training, Pilates, yoga, and kickboxing.

Ongoing classes. No contracts or long term obligations.

Pass may be used for Holford and Audubon classes. For more info and pricing, please contact Julie McGinnisGrindele, 972-978-1915 or juliegrindele@gmail.com.

Location: Audubon Recreation Center Instructor: McGinnis-Grindele Age: 16 and up Tu, Th, Sa 9:15 - 10:15 AM M-Th 5:45 - 6:45 PM

Get powered up. This fusion class implements elements of traditional Pilates along with some heart pumping strength training exercises. Curriculum challenges intermediate level students, leading to improved stamina, body tone, and overall physical and mental well being.

Purchase a 10 visit fitness punch card for $35 or a 20 visit punch card for $60.

Location: Garland Senior Activity Center Instructor: Longoria Age: 55 and up M,F 10:20-11:20 AM 9/2-9/30 M,F 10:20-11:20 AM 10/3-10/31 M,F 10:20-11:20 AM 11/4-11/28 M,F 10:20-11:20 AM 12/2-12/19

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Senior Tae Kwon Do

Ha-ya! Train with a sixth degree black belt. Feel safer, more confident, and more agile. The instructor will use moves specific to seniors and their needs and abilities.

This is a punch card class.

Location: Holford Recreation Center Instructor: McGinnis-Grindele Age: 16 and up Childcare available during morning session.

M-Sa 9:30-10:30 AM M, Tu, Th 6:00 - 7:00 PM W 5:30 - 6:15 PM

Pilates

Experience one of today’s most popular workouts.

Condition the whole body with well balanced routines that teach proper breathing and spinal alignment, while strengthening the deep torso muscles. Certified instructors adapt all exercises to meet each individual’s needs using weighted balls, foam rollers, exercise balls, and resistance bands.

Location: Hollabaugh Recreation Center Instructor: Robbins Age: 18 and up T,Th 6:30-7:30 PM 9/1-9/29 $27 T,Th 6:30-7:30 PM 10/4-10/27 $27 T,Th 6:30-7:30 PM 11/1-11/29 $21 T,Th 6:30-7:30 PM 12/1-12/20 $14

Power-lates

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Location: Garland Senior Activity Center Instructor: Blakey Age: 50 and up T 10:30-11:30 AM 9/6-9/27 T 10:30-11:30 AM 10/11-10/25 T 10:30-11:30 AM 11/8-11/22 T 10:30-11:30 AM 12/6-12/20

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Step Aerobics

Start steppin’! Learn aerobic step exercises from stretching and warm up to an invigorating full body workout and cool down. This extension of traditional floor aerobics provides comprehensive cardiovascular and aerobic training that works major muscle groups and strengthens your body. Burn fat, tone your shape, and build muscle.

Location: Bradfield Recreation Center Instructor: Darby Age: 16 and up T,Th 6-7:00 PM 9/1-9/29 $30 T,Th 6-7:00 PM 10/4-10/27 $30 T,Th 6-7:00 PM 11/1-11/17 $23

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Tai Chi for Arthritis

Balance from within. SimplyAware teaches Tai Chi principles to reduce pain and improve balance, posture, strength, and self -awareness. Learn round fluid arm movements and wide steps of the ancient art that develops the internal energy known as “chi”. Purchase a 10 class punch card for $82.

Location: Garland Senior Activity Center Instructor: Bouguyon Age: 40 and up Th 10:30-11:30 AM 9/1-9/29 $82 Th 10:30-11:30 AM 10/6-10/27 $82 Th 10:30-11:30 AM 11/3-11/17 $82 Th 10:30-11:30 AM 12/1-12/29 $82

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Adults Turbo Kickboxing

Burn calories and blast fat! Combine kickboxing and simple dance moves with music to get you moving. Full body workouts include warm-ups, higher paced intervals, and easy combinations that help you lose inches and get the body you have always dreamed about. Purchase a 10 visit fitness punch card for $35 or a 20 visit punch card for $60.

Card is good for all fitness classes at Senior Activity Center except Tai Chi. Location: Garland Senior Activity Center Instructor: Bone Age: 55 and up T 5:45-6:40 PM 9/6-9/27 T 5:45-6:40 PM 10/4-10/25 T 5:45-6:40 PM 11/1-11/29 T 5:45-6:40 PM 12/6-12/20

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Yang Style Tai Chi

Balance from within. Learn the round fluid arm movements and wide steps of this ancient noncombative martial art that develops the internal energy known as ‘chi’. Improve joint movement, balance, coordination, leg strength, and endurance while practicing this gentle exercise that generates energy.

Location: Holford Recreation Center Instructor: Donahue Age: 16 and up T 7:30-8:30 PM 9/6-9/27 T 7:30-8:30 PM 10/4-10/25 T 7:30-8:30 PM 11/1-11/29 T 7:30-8:30 PM 12/6-12/27

$42 $42 $42 $42

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Yoga

Led by a certified yoga instructor, shape up your body and mind through prescribed postures and poses, meditation, and controlled breathing. Improve flexibility and strength, relieve stress, and tone muscle while improving the body and mind connection in a comfortable and friendly atmosphere. Purchase a 10 visit fitness punch card for $35 or a 20 visit punch card for $60. Card is good for all fitness classes at Senior Activity Center except Tai Chi. Location: Garland Senior Activity Center Instructor: Ross Age: 55 and up W 10:20-11:20 AM 9/7-9/28 W 10:20-11:20 AM 10/5-10/26 W 10:20-11:20 AM 11/2-11/30 W 10:20-11:20 AM 12/7-12/28

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Yogalates The best of both worlds! This Pilates and Yoga mix works your core and challenges your strength, endurance, and flexibility without stress on the joints.

Form a connection of body and mind while toning, increasing balance, and improving focus.

Location: Audubon Recreation Center Instructor: Fiske Age: 16 and up Register monthly for $45 or daily for $7.

M 6:30-7:45 PM 9/5- 9/29 W 6:00-7:15 PM M 6:30-7:45 PM 10/3 - 10/26 W 6:00-7:15 PM M 6:30-7:45 PM 11/2 - 11/30 W 6:00-7:15 PM M 6:30-7:45 PM 12/5 - 12/28 W 6:00-7:15 PM

Zumba® Fitness

Forget the workout, remember the fun! Combine fast and slow rhythms to learn aerobic routines to the sounds of Latin and International music. Utilizing the principles of fitness interval and resistance training, maximize caloric output, fat burning, and total body toning.

Location: Audubon Recreation Center Instructor: M. Raygoza Age: 14 and up Register monthly for $37, weekly for $12, or daily for $5.

Tu-Th 7:30-8:30 PM 9/1 - 9/29 Tu-Th 7:30-8:30 PM 10/4 - 10/27 Tu-Th 7:30-8:30 PM 11/1 - 11/29 Tu-Th 7:30-8:30 PM 12/1 - 12/29 Location: Fields Recreation Center Instructor: Newton Age: 14 and up Register monthly for $32 or daily for $5.

M 7:45 9/7 - 9/28 W 6 PM Sa 9 AM M 7:45 PM 10/3 - 10/29 W 6 PM Sa 9 AM M 7:45-8:45 PM 11/2 - 11/30 W 6 PM Sa 9 AM M 7:45-8:45 PM 12/3 - 12/31 W 6 PM Sa 9 AM Location: Hollabaugh Recreation Center Instructor: C. Raygoza Age: 14 and up Register monthly for $37, weekly for $12, or daily for $5.

M-W 6:00- 7:00 PM 9/6 - 9/28 M-W 6:00- 7:00 PM 10/3 - 10/26 M-W 6:00- 7:00 PM 11/1 - 11/30 M-W 6:00- 7:00 PM 12/5 - 12/28

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Zumba Gold

Patterned for seniors. Forget the workout, remember the fun! Combine fast and slow rhythms to learn aerobic routines to the sounds of Latin and International music.

This is a 45 minute class. Purchase a 10 visit fitness punch card for $35 or a 20 visit punch card for $60. Card is good for all fitness classes at Senior Activity Center except Tai Chi. Location: Garland Senior Activity Center Instructor: Lewallen Age: 55 and up M-Th 4:45-5:30 PM 9/1-9/29 M-Th 4:45-5:30 PM 10/3-10/31 M-Th 4:45-5:30 PM 11/1-11/30 M-Th 4:45-5:30 PM 12/1-12/29

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Martial Arts Judo & Jujitsu - Adults

Develop dedication and discipline! Olympic competitor, Bert Becerra, teaches you how to safely control your balance, leverage, and movement while implementing skill, technique, and timing through self defense. Improve concentration, body control, and quick reflexive action.

Build self esteem and gain a lifetime of health and fitness knowledge.

Location: Fields Recreation Center Instructor: Becerra Age: 16 and up M,W-Sa 7-8:45 PM 9/1-9/30 M,W-Sa 7-8:45 PM 10/1-10/31 M,W-Sa 7-8:45 PM 11/2-11/30 M,W-Sa 7-8:45 PM 12/1-12/31

$50 $50 $50 $50

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Karate

Grow in mind and body! This Okinawan art of self defense employs hand strikes and kicks with swift and calculated movements used to disable or subdue an opponent. Focus on the flow of kata, self defense, sparring, and weapons. Attain discipline, self control, and physical fitness.

Location: Audubon Recreation Center Instructor: Young Age: 15 and up T,Th 8-9:00 PM 9/6-10/6 $31 T,Th 8-9:00 PM 10/18-11/17 $31 T,Th 8-9:00 PM 11/29-12/29 $31

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Karate Advanced

Grow in mind and body! This Okinawan art of self defense employs hand strikes and kicks with swift and calculated movements used to disable or subdue an opponent. Focus on the flow of kata, self defense, sparring, and weapons. Attain discipline, self control, and physical fitness.

Location: Holford Recreation Center Instructor: Nakaya Age: 13 and up Sa 9:30 AM-12:15 PM 10/8-12/3 $48

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Karate Beginner

Grow in mind and body! This Okinawan art of self defense employs hand strikes and kicks with swift and calculated movements used to disable or subdue an opponent. Focus on the flow of kata, self defense, sparring, and weapons. Attain discipline, self control, and physical fitness.

Location: Holford Recreation Center Instructor: Nakaya Age: 13 and up W 6:30-8:30 PM 10/5-11/30

$48

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Kung Fu - Adults

Focus on building a stronger you! Learn the five basic animal styles of Kung Fu while practicing correct execution of kicking, punching, and stance techniques.

Develop discipline and enhance physical skills, dexterity, and alertness through this ancient form of martial arts.

Location: Hollabaugh Recreation Center Instructor: Clark Age: 15 and up M,W,Sa 8-8:50 PM 9/3-9/28 $42 M,W,Sa 8-8:50 PM 10/1-10/31 $42 M,W,Sa 8-8:50 PM 11/2-11/30 $42 M,W,Sa 8-8:50 PM 11/2-11/30 $42

Pencak Silat Self Defense

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Think, act, and defend! This Indonesian art of self defense teaches principles based on the mindset of survival, not competition. Learn effective survival techniques such as mental awareness, controlling panic,

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and proper breathing as well as different ways to avoid being hit when encountering an attack.

Location: Granger Recreation Center Instructor: Lee Age: 18 and up Th 7-9:00 PM 9/1-9/29 Th 7-9:00 PM 10/6-10/27 Th 7-9:00 PM 11/3-11/17 Th 7-9:00 PM 12/1-12/29

$42 $42 $42 $42

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Tae Kwon Do & Jujitsu

Train your body and mind. Combine two styles of martial arts through feeling, action, reaction, and technique. Patient guidance and practical training emphasize key punch and kick techniques that enhance development by improving mental discipline, posture, coordination, ground techniques, and self defense skills.

Location: Bradfield Recreation Center Instructor: Ybarra Age: 16 and up See prices below for monthly rates or daily for $6.

Th 7:15 - 8:45 PM 9/1 - 9/29 $40 Sa 10:00 - 11:45 AM Th 7:15 - 8:45 PM 10/1 - 10/29 $40 Sa 10:00 - 11:45 AM Th 7:15 - 8:45 PM 11/3 - 11/26 $36 Sa 10:00 - 11:45 AM Th 7:15 - 8:45 PM 12/1 - 12/31 $36 Sa 10:00 - 11:45 AM

Self Defense Techniques

Have you ever been mugged? Have you ever been afraid of being mugged? Have you heard horror stories on the news about being attacked? Well, have no fear! Learn basic self-defense techniques geared specifically for adults. Feel safer, more confident, and improve your physical fitness.

Location: Hollabaugh Recreation Center Instructor: Phan Age: 15 and up W 6:30-8:00 PM 9/7-9/28 $32 W 6:30-8:00 PM 10/5-10/26 $32 W 6:30-8:00 PM 11/2-11/30 $32 W 6:30-8:00 PM 12/7-12/28 $32

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Neighborhood Services Garage Sales!

Come sell your treasures at our community garage sales and let Garland PRCAD staff take care of all the hassle. All advertising, promotions, and permits will be taken care of by us! Any unwanted or leftover items will be donated to a local organization. 1 table $30 and 2 tables $50.

Location: Fields Recreation Center on 10/1 Location: Granger Recreation Center on 10/29 Sa 9 AM-1:00 PM

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Performing Arts Beginning Guitar

Strike a chord! Learn basic fundamentals including how to tune the instrument, basic open and barre chords, understanding notation, basic reading, and playing in time. Students with little or no knowledge of playing guitar thrive in this enriching musical environment. Bring an acoustic guitar.

Location: Holford Recreation Center Instructor: Reger Age: 18 and up W 1-1:40 PM 8/24-9/14 W 1-1:40 PM 9/28-10/19 W 1-1:40 PM 11/2-12/14

$65 $65 $95

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Sports

Bubble Ball Soccer League

Join us for our first ever bubble ball soccer league at Fields recreation center! Bubble soccer is an exciting twist on the traditional game of soccer, you will be wrapped in a giant, soft inflatable bubble ball with shoulder harnesses and handles inside! This new and exciting adult league will start on September 7 and run for six weeks including playoffs. For more information please contact Fields Recreation Center at 972 205 3090.

Instructor: Staff Age: 16 and up W 6:30-8:30 PM 9/7-10/12

$40

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Sword Play

TouchĂŠ! Learn basic skills necessary to fence for fun, exercise, and competition. Group and individual instruction includes practice bouts, techniques, and the rules of contest while focusing on safety and the fundamentals of Foil Fencing. Improve hand and eye plus hand and foot coordination, balance, and aerobic capacity.

Location: Holford Recreation Center Instructor: Henson Age: 12 and up Th 7:05-8:50 PM 10/20-12/29

$42

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Therapeutic Recreation

Art Variations

A little bit of this and a little bit of that! Make a variety of projects including duct tape crafts, candles, bags, and more. Each week will feature different materials that lead to unique creations you get to take home.

Location: Holford Recreation Center Age: 21 and up Instructor: Gonzalez Tu 6:15 - 7:15 PM 9/6 - 9/27

$36

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Spooktacular Crafts

Ghosts, goblins, and ghouls, oh my! Dress up your house with fun and spooky handmade decorations that will delight trick-or-treaters of all ages. Use your creativity and imagination to create unique new projects each week that can be displayed or given as gifts.

Location: Holford Recreation Center Instructor: Dillon Age: 21 and up $10 supply fee payable to instructor.

Tu 6:15 - 7:15 PM 10/4 - 10/25 $36

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Practice makes perfect! Develop your showmanship and performance skills through a variety of activities including musical theater dance steps, voice projection, and acting techniques. This is a great way to prepare to razzle and dazzle the audience at the Dramapalooza show in January.

Volleyball Location: Holford Recreation Center Age: 8 and up Tu 7:30 - 8:45 PM 9/27 - 12/3 $10 6262 Basketball Location: Granger Recreation Center &

Holford Recreation Center Age: 8 and up Tu 7:30 - 8:45 PM 12/13 - 2/25 $10

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Lights, camera, action! Travel to a local movie theater and enjoy Hollywood blockbusters. See all of your favorite stars on the big screen. Comedy, action, and drama, we have got it all! Increase independence and experience community integration.

The Wild Life Location: Senior Activity Center Age: 21 and up Fee includes transportation and movie ticket. Bring money for snacks.

Sa Times TBA 9/24 $14 5918

Out ‘N About $55

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Holiday at Holford

It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Start the season off right and celebrate the holidays with carol singing, ornament decorating, snack making, games, and more.

Share your spirit and love of the holidays with friends while joining in on a gift exchange.

Location: Holford Recreation Center Age: 21and up Bring a $5 gift for a gift exchange.

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Special Olympics is a year round, international sports program for athletes with intellectual disabilities. Garland Special Olympics currently offers seven different sports opportunities including: Basketball, Bocce, Bowling, Flag Football, Softball, Tennis, and Volleyball. All ability levels are welcome.

Make it a Movie

Showtime Prep

Location: Holford Recreation Center Age: 21 and up Instructor: Anderson Tu 6:15 - 7:15 PM 11/1 - 12/13

Special Olympics

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Ready, set, go! Travel with your friends to special events, concerts, sports competitions, or entertainment hot spots all around the metroplex. Find exciting new experiences around every corner. Build friendships, increase independence, and have a great time in a community setting.

Harbor Lights Tour on Ray Hubbard Location: Senior Activity Center Age: 21 and up Pack snacks and a drink and go for a tour of Lake Ray Hubbard on a party boat. Family members are welcome to register.

Sa 4:00 - 7:00 PM 10/22 $45 5919

TR Food Crew

Fun, food, and friends! Enjoy all the best restaurants in the area from American food to Mexican food. With endless choices, order your favorites or try something new. Improve social skill development and increase independence in a community setting.

Rosa’s Cafe Location: Senior Activity Center Age: 21 and up Bring money for the meal.

F 5:00 - 7:30 PM 11/4 $5

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BUBBLE SOCCER Garland Presents

Adult League Match Play Sign up beginning September 7 for 6 weeks of crazy, zany bubble soccer fun.

Fields Recreation Center 972-205-3090 - Garlandparks.com Bubble soccer is an exciting twist on the traditional game of soccer.

This adult league will start on September 7 and run for six weeks including playoffs.

Ages 16 & up, price $40 per person.

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GoGreenGarland.com SATURDAY, SEPT. 24 Race begins at 8:15 a.m.

Early Early Bird Price: until 8/1/2016

Early Bird Price: until 9/1/2016 shirt deadline

Regular Price:

from 9/2/2016 and on race day

No late starts

$15 $20 $25

Visit GoGreenGarland.com for race details and how you can support the #GarlandStrong Foundation.

Labor Day Parade

SePtember 5, 2016 • beginS at 9 a.m.

Following the parade, gather at the Downtown Garland Square for a classic car show.

garlandLaborDayevent.com

Presented by the Garland Noon Exchange Club and City of Garland.

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Garland is #75 of the Best Cities for Recreation in the nation!

Neighborhood parks are instrumental to build community cohesion, boost property values, improve public health, enhance the beauty of a community and reduce pollution when planned and managed carefully. But the term “parks and recreation” encompasses far more than just facilities and exercise. Recreation includes a wide range of leisure-time activities with varying levels of physical exertion required.

TOP 100

WalletHub’s Best Cities for Recreation

With that in mind, WalletHub compared the 100 largest U.S. cities across 35 key metrics that speak to the relative benefits of public spaces and recreational activities across the country. Basic living costs, the quality of parks, the accessibility of entertainment and recreational facilities as well as the climate were investigated in each city. Some of the metrics relating to Garland Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts included: Number of Music Venues per 100,000 Residents

Number of Hiking Trails per 100,000 Residents

Number of Tennis Courts per 100,000 Residents

Spending on Parks per Capita

Number of Public Swimming Pools per 100,000 Resident

Percentage of the Population with Walkable Park Access

Number of Ball Diamonds per 100,000 Residents

Park Playgrounds per 100,000 Residents

Number of Basketball Hoops per 100,000 Residents

Acres of Parkland per 1,000 Residents

Garland was ranked #75 out of the top 100 cities above 100,000 population in the United States. Only 13 Texas cities made the list and Garland was #7. The only D/FW city ranked higher than Garland was Plano.

Garland’s ranking is a huge acknowledgement of the quality and value of the city’s public parks, recreation facilities, and activities which provide a great quality of life to Garland citizens.

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Did You Know... Garland has a Pullman Coach Car?

Donated to the City of Garland in 1976 by the Santa Fe Railroad, this 1910 Pullman Coach Car #582 transported passengers on the main line steam trains of the Santa Fe railroad system from 1910 to about 1930, playing a vital role in troop transportation during World War I. From 1930 to 1949, it connected small towns in Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas, linking Santa Fe’s branch lines like Garland’s to their main line. Finally, in 1949, it was taken out of service and became living quarters for a Santa Fe employee, saving it from the demolition many similar railroad cars faced.

This 1910 Pullman Coach Car represents a unique transitional design, combining a newer metal undercarriage with a wooden framed car. In 2014, it underwent an exterior refurbishment, returning its paint color and markings to their original 1910 specifications. Few of these cars are believed to exist today.

The Pullman Coach Car #582 now stands as an important reminder of the important role the railroads played in the development of the City of Garland.

Today you can visit and view the exterior of the rail car at Heritage Crossing. Make plans to stop in at the Landmark Museum.

The Landmark Museum, which has resided in Garland’s former Santa Fe depot since 1974, displays local artifacts from early settlers, old newspapers, farm tools, quilts, clothing and more. The museum is located at 393 N. Sixth Street and is open every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information visit GarlandHeritage.com and flip to page 33!

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2314 Homestead Place 972-205-2772 hrc@garlandtx.gov

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HOLLABAUGH RECREATION CENTER

3925 West Walnut Street 972-205-2721 hhrc@garlandtx.gov

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Carver Senior Center “Your Home Away from Home!”

222 Carver Street 972-205-3305 sac@garlandtx.gov Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

September 2 - Field of Dreams October 7 - The Karate Kid

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1010 West Miller Garland, TX 75041 972-205-2778

This public facility features 13 lighted outdoor hardcourts, picnic areas, and a pro-shop stocked with tennis apparel, shoes, racquets, accessories, and refreshments.

Located in Rick Oden Park off Miller in between Glenbrook and South Fifth Street.

Lessons Junior Development, Junior Beginner, Adult Beginner, Advanced, Adult Drill Classes, and Private Lessons

Leagues Singles, Doubles, and Mixed Doubles Beginner to Championship Level Call for dates and rates.

Court Reservations (up to 48 hours in advance) $2.00 per person for 1 hour sessions Tournaments Tournaments held in one of the most picturesque and least expensive facilities in the metroplex.

Hours of Operation M - Th 8:30 AM - 9:30 PM F 8:30 AM - 1:00 PM 5:00 - 7:30 PM Sa 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Su Noon - 7:00 PM

*Weather and other events may cause a change in schedule.

garlandtenniscenter.com

Enjoy a round of golf with friends or family.

Reserve your tee time today!

Old & Lakes Courses

Bridges Course

600 W. Campbell Road Garland, Texas 75044

1535 E. Brand Road Garland, Texas 75044

GolfFirewheel.com 972-205-2795

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Recreation centers Centers AUDUBON

With 2 weeks notice and availability, we can book your next special event!

Amenities Tables and chairs included Seasonal availability Rules & regulations available online

garlandparks.com Payment and contract required when you reserve.

BRADFIELD

Classrooms Gymnasium

Reservations

Reunions Weddings FIELDS

Showers Birthdays

Classroom Multipurpose room Gymnasiums

HOLFORD

Weekday/Weekend Rates Weekday: Monday through 5 PM Friday Weekend: 5 PM Friday through Sunday Classroom Multipurpose room Game/Youth room Gymnasium Hollabaugh Pavilion

$30/$45 per hour $40/$65 per hour $30/$45 per hour $65 per hour $30/$40 per hour

*1 hour minimum during public hours *2 hour minimum during non-public hours

Classroom Multipurpose room Hollabaugh Pavilion

HOLLABAUGH

Classrooms Gymnasiums

GRANGER

Classroom Multipurpose room Gymnasium Game room

Classroom Gymnasium Youth room

pavilions Take the party outside!

ABLON

3850 Ablon Trail Drive Half Day Full Day $75 $150

ONE ELEVEN RANCH

2121 Brand Road Half Day Full Day $150 $300

Half Day 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM or 3:30 - 10:30 PM Full Day 8:30 AM - 10:30 PM

GATEWOOD

4917 Duck Creek Drive Half Day Full Day $75 $150

WINDSURF BAY

5556 Locust Grove Road Half Day Full Day N/A $75

inflatable fun Introducing Bubble Soccer a new way for familes and friends to Get Out and PLAY!

$50 per bounce house

$75 $100 Starting at $300

With at least 1 week notice and availability we can book an inflatable for your next Garland recreation center rental. Ask about bounce houses and bubble soccer when you reserve your party.

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SPORTS Got questions?

Sports Division 972-205-2926

YOUTH BASEBALL Garner Little League 214-417-2334 www.garnerll.org

YOUTH FOOTBALL Garland Pee Wee Football Association 972-272-0846 www.gpwfootball.com YOUTH VOLLEYBALL Garland Girls Volleyball Association 972-496-0002 www.garlandvolleyball.net

North Garland Baseball 972-495-1941 www.ngll.org

YOUTH & ADULT SOCCER LEAGUES Garland Soccer Association 972-530-2636 www.garlandsoccer.com

South Garland Little League 972-276-4756 www.southgll.org

CRICKET Garland Cricket Association 214-280-7124

Garland Baseball, Inc. 469-432-2949 www.garlandbaseball.org

BASKETBALL Garland Girls Basketball Association 214-801-7056 www.4ggba.com

YOUTH SOFTBALL Garland Girls Softball Association 972-276-5483 www.garlandgirlssoftball.com ADULT SOFTBALL Garland Softball Association Slow Pitch 972-613-7729 www.garlandsoftballassociation.com CHEERLEADERS & DANCE Garland Cheerleading & Dance 641-715-3900 ext.603253 www.gcdta.net

Garland Boys Basketball Association 214-284-9241 www.garlandbasketball.org Men’s Adult Open/Church League 972-205-2926 SPECIAL NEEDS Buddy League 972-414-9280 www.buddyleague.org

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ID Cards & Fitness Passes ID Cards All drop in participants are required to purchase and scan a Participant ID Card when entering a City of Garland recreation center. A Participant ID Card form must be filled out for each person along with a valid picture ID and proof of residency. Legal guardians must fill out and sign forms for participants under the age of 18. Guardians may be required to prove guardianship. The ID Card is valid for one year.

Garland Residents Ages 7 - 12 Ages 13 and up

$5 $10

Non Residents Ages 7 - 12 Ages 13 and up

$7 $15

Fitness Passes A Fitness Pass allows participants use of The Body Shops fitness areas and equipment. Benefits of a Fitness Pass include Body Fat Analysis, help setting fitness goals, and the use of cardio equipment, free weights, and weight machines. The Fitness Pass is valid for one year and includes access to the recreation center gymnasiums.

Garland Residents Ages 16 and up

$40

Non Residents Ages 16 and up

$80

*Fitness 101 is a program for kids ages 12 - 15 that would like to obtain a Fitness Pass.

See page 8 for more information.

Annual Fitness Pass Ages 16Yrs and up Garland Residents - $40 Non-Residents - $80

Locations

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Fields Recreation Center 1701 Dairy Road 972-205-3090 Granger Recreation Center 1310 West Avenue F 972-205-2771 Hollabaugh Recreation Center 3925 West Walnut Street 972-205-2721

Stationary Bikes

Treadmills

Weight Machines

Free Weights

Cross Trainers

Ellipticals

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Cultural Arts

Garts ranville center 300 N. Fifth Street, Downtown Garland

Legends!

Presented by Garland Civic Theatre

Sept. 1-24 Garland Symphony Orchestra July 22-31

Featuring Violinist Kiarra Saito-Beckman Siato-Beckman

Friday, October 14, 8 p.m.

Tickets: 972-205-2790 GarlandArtsBoxOffice.com

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