Enrichment - Youth

Basketball training for young athletes, designed to enhance basketball-specific skills. If your son or daughter has played organized basketball then this is the class for them. Children will experience skills, drills and conditioning in dribbling, passing, shooting, and basketball dynamics. At this level, children will be challenged and learn training techniques Please bring an age-appropriate basketball and bottled water. Evoathlete Instructors

Fee $100 Res. / $110 Non-Res.

Age 9-12

Location Gymnasium North, R io Vista Recreation Center

Course # 69000

When Thur., June 1; 6 - 7 p.m. (6 classes)

Course # 69001

When Thur., July 13; 6 - 7 p.m. (6 classes)

Course # 69002

When Thur., Aug. 24; 6 - 7 p.m. (6 classes)

Basketball training designed to establish building blocks for athletes, youths will experience 4 major components of playing. Each week will focus on a specific aspect of basketball which includes dribbling, shooting, passing and basketball dynamics. Children will learn the fundamentals of basketball in a fun, interactive setting. Please bring an age-appropriate basketball and bottled water. Evoathlete Instructors

Fee $100 Res. / $110 Non-Res.

Age 7-12

Location Gymnasium North, R io Vista Recreation Center

Course # 68996

When Thur., June 1; 5 - 6 p.m. (6 classes)

Course # 68997

When Thur., July 13; 5 - 6 p.m. (6 classes)

Fee $100 Res. / $110 Non-Res.

Course # 68999

When Thur., Aug. 24; 5 - 6 p.m. (6 classes)

Do you have high energy and charisma? Boys and girls will learn cheerleading basics such as arm movements, jumps and stunts. You’ll also learn the newest hip hop dance styles and tricks, putting it all together to music!

Steppin Out Dance Instructors

Fee $62 Res. / $71 Non-Res.

Age 6 -12

Brook Room, Recreation Center

Register for Enrichment Classes: www.peoriaaz.gov/recplace

Calling all future space explorers—NASA ASTRO CAMP® is for our true astronomy lovers! Throughout the week, Jr. space explorers will discover our Solar System and beyond. AZ Science Center Instructors

Fee $89 Res. / $98 Non-Res.

Course # 68872

When Tues.-Fri., June 20; 1 - 4 p.m. (4 classes)

Age 7-12

Location Brook Room, Rio Vista Recreation Center

Wanna be a star? Combine dancing and acting skills into entertaining dance routines that are designed to express your individual personality and creativity Learn basic dance stretches, leaps, and turns, incorporated into musical theater style routines set to theme songs from popular movies and musicals. Steppin Out Dance Instructors

Fee $62 Res. / $71 Non-Res.

Age 6 -12

Location Brook Room, Rio Vista Recreation Center

Course # 69857

When Mon., June 5; 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. (6 classes)

Course # 69933

When Mon., July 24; 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. (6 classes)

To set up an account: (623) 773-7137 Mon. - Thur.: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.

For more class information www.peoriaaz.gov/enrichment

Sarah Loerzel Recreation Coordinator

Sarah.Loerzel@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-8618

Register for Enrichment Classes: www.peoriaaz.gov/recplace

This is a 5-day robotic camp where students will solidify foundational mathematics and coding principles Additionally, students will be presented with opportunities to develop soft skills, such as working on a team, critical thinking, troubleshooting, leadership skills, and creative problem solving It’s a combination of learning and fun. The Level 1 camp curriculum includes: ntroduction to the VEX IQ robot and operating it with the controller.

• I mplement block programming to control robot movements .

• Students will be developing, testing, and refining various aspects of the robot

• T he final “Space Mission” involves the robot deploying satellites and cleaning space junk using code

Neotech Robotic Instructors

Fee $300 Res. / $300 Non-Res.

Location Colonnade, Peoria Sports Complex

Child abductions and human trafficking are terrifying, and are also a common occurrence in today’s world. Retired police officer and martial arts professional, Denis Wooten, will teach young children (and their parents/guardians) environmental awareness, how to spot and avoid threatening people in dangerous situations, and what to do if accosted by a stranger. Children will learn basic Kenpo techniques and how to apply them during reality-based scenarios practiced during class. Parents will also participate to learn techniques to defend and keep their child safe if an attempted abduction happens Parents can practice these techniques at home to strengthen the skills learned and further develop mental agility to be used in real-life situations.

Fee $20 Res. / $27 Non-Res.

Age 6 -10

Location Brook Room, Rio Vista Recreation Center

To set up an account: (623) 773-7137 Mon. - Thur.: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.

For more class information www.peoriaaz.gov/enrichment

Course # 68899

When Mon.-Fri., June 5; 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. (5 classes)

Age 8 -11

Course # 68886

When Mon.-Fri., June 5; 1 - 4 p.m. (5 classes)

Age 12-14

Investigate the science in our own backyard! Sonoran Science focuses on the desert climate in Arizona. Throughout the week, explorers will discover native plants and animals, and explore what allows them to survive in one of Earth’s harshest environments

Campers will also explore the geology, landforms and water sources that allow plants, animals and humans to survive in desert environments. AZ Science Center

Instructors

Fee $89 Res. / $98 Non-Res.

Course # 68873

When Tues.-Fri., July 11; 1 - 4 p.m. (4 classes)

Age 7-12

Location Brook Room, Rio Vista Recreation Center

Inspired by the designer Anouk Wipprecht, this camp is for gadget-lovers! Campers will have the opportunity to combine fashion, function and innovation in this hands-on camp. Everything from lights, prosthetics and hydraulics can be explored throughout the week, pushing imagination, innovation and design to the limit!

AZ Science Center Instructors

Fee $89 Res. / $98 Non-Res.

Course # 68874

When Tues.-Fri., July 18; 1 - 4 p.m. (4 classes)

Age 7-12

Location East Brook Conference Room, R io Vista Recreation Center

Course # 68879

When Sat., June 24; 9:15 - 10:15 a.m. (1 class)

Course # 68880

When Sat., July 22; 9:15 - 10:15 a.m. (1 class)

Course # 68881

When Sat., Aug. 26; 9:15 - 10:15 a.m. (1 class)

Young Rembrandts’ step-by-step method and experienced instructors can teach every child how to draw, regardless of artistic ability, resulting in creative expression skills that will last a lifetime! This innovative method empowers students to express their imagination while improving their motor skills and the ability to stay on task. All materials are provided and new subject matter is introduced every week, including lessons in art history, still life, drawing animals, figure drawing and more.

Fee $89 Res. / $98 Non-Res.

Age 6 -12

Location Lakeview West Room, R io Vista Recreation Center

Course # 68900

When Tues.-Fri., June 27; 1 - 2:30 p.m. (4 classes)

Course # 68901

When Tues.-Fri., June 27; 2:45 - 4:15 p.m. (4 classes)

Course # 68903

When Tues.-Fri., July 25; 2:45 - 4:15 p.m. (4 classes)

Course # 68902

When Tues.-Fri., July 25; 1 - 2:30 p.m. (4 classes)