2024 Summer Activity Guide

City of Piedmont Recreation

Activity Guide Summer 2024

Putt-Putt Putter

Piedmont Pop-Up Putt-Putt & Picnic in the Park Sunday, April 21, 2024 | 12-4 pm Piedmont Park Details on page 4 piedmont.ca.gov/activityguide 1

Bunny Blast Egg Hunts, Crafts & Games Saturday, March 23, 2024 9:30–11:00 am Piedmont Main Park 711 Highland Avenue $10/participant Egg Hunts: Ages 2–8 years

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City of Piedmont Activity Guide

City of Piedmont Recreation Department 358 Hillside Avenue, Piedmont CA 94611

Inside this issue Events

Special Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–8

Registration

Information & Policies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Recreation Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Camp Planner

Camps at a Glance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13–20

Opportunities

Volunteers & Jobs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

PRD Camps PRD Camps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22–24 Camp Everything . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Creative Arts

Youth–Teen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26–29

Sewing

Youth–Teen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30–31

Music & Dance

Youth–Adult . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32–33

STEM

Youth–Teen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34–37

In the Kitchen

Youth–Teen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38–39

Adaptive Program

Sidekicks & Camps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40–42

Special Interest

Youth & Teen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43–49

Sports Youth–Teen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50–60 Play Like a Girl+ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Adults

Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61–63

Older Adults Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64–66 Piedmont Seniors Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Facilities

Rentals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Locations

Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Directory

City & Community Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Registration Residents . . . . . . . February 27th at 6:00pm Non-Residents . . . . . . March 5th at 6:00pm

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Piedmont Pop-Up Putt-Putt & Picnic in the Park Sunday, April 21, 2024 | 12-4 pm Piedmont Park

Get your friends, family, neighbors, classmates, or coworkers together to create one of the novelty obstacle holes for the Pop-Up Putt-Putt course! Prizes will be awarded for Best Overall, Most Creative, Most Clever and Best Use of Recycled Materials.

The course with entries will be set-up in the Community Hall parking lot the morning of April 21st.

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The Piedmont Pop-Up Putt-Putt Course will be open for the community to play a round from 12–4 pm. Prizes will be awarded for best golf attire!

After you play, hang out on the 19-hole green and picnic in beautiful Piedmont Park!

Check out the Mobile Golf Simulator sponsored by ACE Golf!

Kids Night Out 2024 Parents: Take the night off! Go have fun and

dine without the whine. We’ve got this!

6:15–9:30 pm Kids: Check out the fun themes, movies, Grades TK–5 dinner, arts, and games! $40 Resident/$48 Non-resident March 15th: Touch the Sky Additional siblings $35 each Loaded French Fry Bar and Fruit & "Brave" Min: 8; Max: 40 Havens Schoolmates Building May 17th: Beach Glass & Blue Flame Oodles of Noodles with Garlic Bread & "Elemental" Beach Schoolmates Building

Mark Your Calendar!

2024 Camp Kaleidoscope August 12–August 30, 2024 2:00–6:00 pm

PRD will offer Camp Kaleidoscope to provide childcare during PUSD's early dismissal schedule. Camp Kaleidoscope offers weekly flexibility and a rotation of fun enrichment activities. Each day your child will have the opportunity to rotate through various activities including arts and crafts, cooking, games, scavenger hunts, minute-to-win-it challenges, engineering, water games, sports and more!

Registration information will be announced in PRD’s eNews. Visit shorturl.at/bivC to subscribe to the eNews.

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July 19, 8:30 pm: “Marcel the Shell with Shoes On” Sponsored by Ken Betts Suds Machine August 16, 8:00 pm: “Super Mario Bros. Movie” September 20, 7:15 pm: “Charlotte’s Web” Sponsored by Sara Abel & Julie Gardner October 18, 6:45 pm: “Adams Family 2” Piedmont Park

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Play Like a Girl+ Piedmont Sunday, May 5 | 10 AM–1 PM | Witter Field | Free!

PRD will host the 3rd Annual Play Like a Girl+ Piedmont event! More than 20 sports organizations from around the Bay Area will have hands-on activities for girls+ ages 2–18 to try. From boxing to volleyball to field hockey, there will truly be something for everyone! There will be live demonstrations and professional and Olympic athletes.

To register for this free event or for more information visit piedmont.ca.gov/SpecialEvents.

Red Cross Blood Drive

PRD 3x3 Basketball Outdoor Tourney

Saturdays, March 30 & May 25 8 am–2 pm Piedmont Veterans Memorial Building 401 Highland Avenue

May 18–19, 2024, 9 am–6 pm Grades 3rd–8th Team Fee: $200 Resident/$225 Non-resident PMS Sport Courts

To make your appointment, go to RedCrossBlood.org (enter sponsor code PIEDMONT) or call 1-800-REDCROSS.

Calling all 3rd–8th grade basketball players! Grab your team and get ready to dribble, shoot and score because the PRD 3x3 Basketball Tournament is back! Awards for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place teams with exciting opportunities to win other prizes.

Registration is open. Space limited!

For more information PRDSports@piedmont.ca.gov.

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Adaptive Basketball Play Day

CPR & First Aid Classes

Sunday, April 28, 2024 10:00 aM–11:30 aM | Ages 5–12 $55 Res/$63 Non-Res f Hampton Park Basketball Courts

Classes are taught by the Piedmont Fire Department at 801 Magnolia Avenue $20/participant Min: 4; Max: 16

Register by April 21st: https://bit.ly/3R1yRM7

CPR Classes Sat, March 9th | 1–4 pm Sat, April 27th | 9 am– 12 pm Tue, May 14th | 6:15–9:15 pm First Aid Class Wed, April 3rd | 6:15–9:15 pm

This one-day clinic will give neurodiverse kids the opportunity to try out basketball and have fun with peers. A modified pace, inclusive approach and adapted curriculum are designed to build confidence and most of all an enjoyable experience. Coach Andrew has years of experience as an adaptive basketball coach for the Special Olympics. His gentle and warm approach is well-received with our unique kids!

Nick Khadder

Siblings and friends of neurotypical participants are welcome to register.

Discover. Explore.

EAST BAY REGIONAL PARKS

This year, join us for our May 11 Birthday Celebration and “Explore Your Parks” Adventures Series Programs learn more at:

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Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve, Oakland

ebparks.org/celebrating-90-years

Photo: Eli Katuransky

HAVE A PARTY AT THE VET! From Bar/Bat Mitzvahs to birthdays to anniversaries The Vet is a flexible and affordable venue for you next big occasion!

For more information: piedmont.ca.gov/facilityrentals or contact prdrentals@piedmont.ca.gov

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Information & Policies Three ways to register Online: Visit piedmont.ca.gov/activityguide.

You can register use Visa, Mastercard, Discover or eCheck with your username and password.

Walk-in: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm at the Recreation Department, 358 Hillside Ave. By phone: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm at 510 420-3070.

When to register Online registration for Piedmont residents begins on February 27 at 6:00pm.

Online registration for non-Piedmont residents begins on March 5 at 6:00pm. Registration is required for all programs and activities. You are not considered registered until you have paid all fees and have received a confirmation.

Up-to-the-Minute Activities

For each sports program sign-up with a fee of $50 or higher, a surcharge will be added to the program fee, to be deposited into a dedicated fund for preservation and replacement of athletic facilities or maintenance.

Observance of Religious Holidays PRD understands and respects the diverse religious beliefs of our participants and their families. We recognize there may be occasions when individuals are unable to attend a PRD program or class due to the observance of a religious holiday. To request a credit due to a non-attendance, please email prd@piedmont. ca.gov. Request must be made in writing at least five (5) business days in advance of the first program meeting. Requests received after this deadline may not be considered

Withdrawals

Activities are sometimes added after this publication goes to print. Please visit our registration website, CommunityPass, for the most up-to-date activities.

All withdrawal requests must be submitted to PRD via email (prdrefunds@piedmont.ca.gov) or phone (510) 420-3070 during office hours, Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm (excluding City holidays).

Photo Policy

A request made:

PRD occasionally takes photos of department programs that may include enrolled participants. Photos taken during programs, events or activities may be used in future department promotional materials. If you do not want your child’s photo used, please contact the Recreation Department.

■ 10 Business Days or More prior to the start of the program will receive a full refund or credit to account.

Inclusion Statement The Piedmont Recreation Department is committed to providing inclusive and equitable programs for all, regardless of gender identity, age, race, health status, national origin, relationship status, sexual orientation, disability, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and religion.

Please contact PRD staff to determine the best fit for your child.

PRD welcomes all cis, trans, non-binary, gender non-conforming, gender queer and any male or female-identified participants. Certain programs are listed as being either for girls or boys—PRD recognizes that these terms do not fit every individual.

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■ Within 5–10 Business Days prior to the start of the program may receive a refund to the original form of payments, minus the convenience fee (3% for credit cards, 1% for echecks) or credit to account. For an account credit, the amount credited will also be less the convenience fee. However it will not be charged again when the credit is used for a future registration of equal or lesser value.

■ Less than 5 Business Days prior to the start of the program will be considered on a case by case basis and only permissible if the original program is over the minimum enrollment required. Request must be approved by the instructor and PRD Staff. If approved a refund or credit to account minus a 10% Class Withdrawal Fee.

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Visit piedmont.ca.gov/recspecialevents to Register for an Upcoming Special Event

■ Late Withdrawal Requests after the start of a program will not be issued unless there is an exceptional situation and it is approved by the instructor and PRD staff. A 10% Class Withdrawal Fee will be charged, the prorated amount for any classes attended, and any additional fees (if applicable: non-resident fee, Facility Preservation Fee). Instructors will need to approve the return of any material fees.

Credit to account only, no refunds.

Schoolmates and Preschool Programs have separate refund policies.

Cancellations may occur if a class minimum is not reached. We reserve the right to either postpone the beginning of the program, or cancel the program and issue refunds to the original form of payment.

Missed Classes will not receive a refund or credit.

Class Transfers requests 10 business days or more prior to the start of the class are reviewed by PRD Staff and are only permissible if the original program is over the minimum enrollment. Transfer must be to a program of equal or greater cost. Transfer requests after PRD withdrawal window are not allowed unless approved by PRD staff.

Inclement Weather or Poor Air Quality may cause recreation activities to be canceled.

If rescheduling is not an option, a credit will be issued at the end of the session.

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Locations

Piedmont Recreation Department Main Office 510 420-3070 prd@piedmont.ca.gov Chelle Putzer, Recreaton Director 510 420-3070 cputzer@piedmont.ca.gov

801 Magnolia Main Hall & East Wing

Liam Kelly, Recreation Supervisor 510 420-3075 lkelly@piedmont.ca.gov

Katrina Morris, Recreation Supervisor

510 420-3072 kmorris@piedmont.ca.gov

Linda Beach Playfield/Pickleball Courts

333 Linda Avenue

Beach School / Beach Schoolmates Facility

100 Lake Avenue

Buzz Redford Gym (PMS)

Eva Phalen, Recreation Supervisor 510 420-3087 ephalen@piedmont.ca.gov

Coaches Playfield Corey Reich Tennis Center (CRTC)

Cora Wood, Administrative Assistant

510 420-3070 cwood@piedmont.ca.gov

Jessica Pomey, Administrative Assistant

510 420-3070 jpomey@piedmont.ca.gov

Ivy Sandoval, Recreation Coordinator

510 420-6223 isandoval@piedmont.ca.gov

Carrie Villa, Recreation Coordinator

510 420-3074 cvilla@piedmont.ca.gov

Akil Danjuma, Recreation Coordinator

801 Magnolia Avenue

Dracena Park Hampton Park Hampton Field / Hampton Park Building Basketball Courts / Tennis/Pickleball Courts

740 Magnolia Avenue 898 Red Rock Road 24 Vista Avenue 130 Dracena Avenue Hampton Road & LaSalle Avenue

Havens School / Havens Schoolmates Facility Becker Playfield

323 Highland Avenue

Kennelly Skate Park (see hours, below*)

898 Red Rock Road

Morrison Gym (PMS)

740 Magnolia Avenue

Park Tennis Courts (Piedmont Park)

711 Highland Avenue

Kenny Wong, Schoolmates Coordinator

PCC - Piedmont Community Church 510 420-3093 kwong@piedmont.ca.gov

PCH - Piedmont Community Hall Beach Schoolmates Amphitheater / Community Park / Lower Level (LL)/ Tea House 510 420-3077 bsm@piedmont.ca.gov

PRD - Piedmont Recreation Department Havens Schoolmates 1st Floor / 2nd Floor / Attic / Lawn / Picnic Tables/Patio /Classroom 510 420-3078 hsm@piedmont.ca.gov

PHS - Piedmont High School Wildwood Schoolmates

Binks Gym / Dance Studio/Witter Baseball Field/Witter Track 510 420-3076 wsm@piedmont.ca.gov

Witter Football Field / Witter Softball Field

400 Highland Avenue

510 420-3089 adanjuma@piedmont.ca.gov

711 Highland Avenue 358 Hillside Avenue 800 Magnolia Avenue

PMS - Piedmont Middle School Sport Courts / MPR: Multi Purpose Room / Woodshop/Classroom

740 Magnolia Avenue

Piedmont Community Pool (CLOSED)

777 Magnolia Avenue

Veterans Memorial Building / Kitchen

401 Highland Avenue

Wildwood School / Wildwood Schoolmates Facility Patio Tables/Lower Blacktop/Lower Picnic Tables

301 Wildwood Avenue

Zion Church/Zion Lutheran Church Gym, Classroom #1, Classroom #2

5201 Park Boulevard

*Kennelly Skate Park is located above Coaches Field on Moraga Avenue.

Winter Hours: November 6th–March 10th: Sat/Sun, 12:00–6:00 pm (Dark); Spring Hours: March 11th–June 2nd: M/W/F: 3:30–7:00 pm; Sat/Sun, 12:00–7:00pm Summer Hours: June 3rd–August 11th: Mon–Sun, 12:30–7:00pm Park will be closed during inclement weather or smoke days.

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Photo: Josh posamentier

Help maintain our public fields in Piedmont.

Donate to the PBF Sports Field Endowment Fund today!

With all the challenges from the pandemic, we have been the beneficiary of our well-maintained, lovely outdoor spaces that have allowed us as a community to spend time together. Our precious public spaces are more important than ever.

The endowment will generate income to be used exclusively for the maintenance and preservation of the public fields and courts in Piedmont. Please make a donation to the PBF Sport Fields Endowment Fund at piedmontbeautificationfoundation.org.

Karen Sullivan, PBF President

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Camps at a Glance

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Camps at a Glance

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WEEK 1: JUNE 3–JUNE 7 CAMP

TIME

AGES

LOCATION

PAGE

24-7 UK Soccer Academy: Competitive Soccer Technical Training Junior Alchemists: Chemistry for Kids!

8:30–11:30am

7–12

Coaches Field

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9:00am–12:00pm

6–12

Zion Lutheran Church

36

Fashion Sewing - T-Shirt and Stretch Pants

9:00am–12:00pm

9–14

Piedmont Recreation Department

56

Summer Basketball Camp w/Coach Bryan

9:00am–12:00pm

7–13

Hampton Basketball Courts

59

Ultimate Frisbee Action Camp

9:00am–12:00pm

8–11

Beach Playfield

47

WordSMASH! - Reading and Writing Fun

9:00am–12:00pm

Grades 1–5

Havens Schoolmates Facility

52

ANTS Tennis Camp

9:30am–12:30pm

5–11

Hampton Park Tennis Courts

58

Scherman Summer Camp

10:00am–2:00pm

Grades 5–10

Coaches Field

58

Tennis with Jim Landes

12:30–2:00pm

8–12

Corey Reich Tennis Center (CRTC)

53

ANTS Volleyball

1:00–4:00pm

8–11

Coaches Field

56

Ace Kids Golf

1:00–4:00pm

6–10

Beach Playfield

55

Fashion Sewing - Tote Bag and Shorts

1:00–4:00pm

13–17

Piedmont Recreation Department

31

Pirate Land!

1:00–4:00pm

6–10

Havens Schoolmates Facility

35

Tennis with Jim Landes

2:00–3:30pm

13–18

Corey Reich Tennis Center (CRTC)

53

Tennis with Jim Landes (Tournament Level)

3:30–5:00pm

8–18

Corey Reich Tennis Center (CRTC)

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24-7 UK Soccer Academy: Recreational Soccer Fun Camp (AM)

8:30–11:30am

6–11

Coaches Field

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24-7 UK Soccer Academy: Recreational Soccer Fun Camp (PM)

12:00–3:00pm

6–11

Coaches Field

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24-7 UK Soccer Academy: Recreational Soccer Fun Camp

8:30am–3:00pm

6–11

Coaches Field

55

Artificial Intelligence with Scratch

9:00am–3:00pm

9–12

Zion Lutheran Church

37

Art and Jewelry & Beading

9:00am–3:00pm

6–10

Piedmont Recreation Department

27

The Reading Rainbows

9:00am–3:00pm

6–8

Wildwood Schoolmates

45

Play Ground Sports and Games Camp

9:00am–3:00pm

Grades 2–6

Hampton Park

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Flag Football Camp

9:00am–3:00pm

6–11

Beach Playfield

59

PRD Recreation Adventure and Skill (Overnight)

9:00am–4:00pm

9–13

Veterans Memorial Building

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CAMP

TIME

AGES

LOCATION

Fashion Sewing - Tote Bag and Shorts

9:00am–12:00pm

9–14

Piedmont Recreation Department

Edible Art and Colors of the Rainbow

9:00am–12:00pm

6–10

Veterans Memorial Building Kitchen

31

PRD Camp Everything (Half-Day)

9:00am–12:30pm

Grades 2–6

Hampton Park

25

PRD Camp Everything (Full-Day)

9:00am–3:00pm

Grades 2–6

Hampton Park

25

PRD Camp Everything (Extended Day)

9:00am–5:00pm

Grades 2–6

Hampton Park

25

Hip Hop Dance & Art Camp

9:00am–1:00pm

6–9.5

Piedmont Middle School MPR

46

Kids Carpentry

9:30am–12:00pm

6–10

Piedmont Middle School Wood Shop

28

ANTS Tennis Camp

9:30am–12:30pm

5–11

Hampton Park Tennis Courts

52

Cartooning Camp

10:00am–12:00pm

7–12

Piedmont Middle School

28

Scherman Summer Camp

10:00am–2:00pm

Grades 5–10

Beach Playfield

58

RecWorks: VolunTEENS

10:00am–2:00pm

Grades 7–10

Hampton Park

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Tennis with Jim Landes

12:30–2:00pm

8–12

Corey Reich Tennis Center (CRTC)

53

Kids Carpentry

12:30–3:00pm

8–12

Piedmont Middle School Wood Shop

29

Boys Flag Football Skills & Agility Training

12:30–3:30pm

11–18

Coaches Field

58

ADAPTIVE Learning Soccer Camp

1:00–3:00pm

5–10

Becker Field @ Havens School

42

Creativity Camp

1:00–3:00pm

7–12

Piedmont Middle School

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Ace Kids Golf

1:00–4:00pm

6–10

Beach Playfield

Fashion Sewing - Summer Outfit Keep Calm and Yoga On

55

1:00–4:00pm

9–16

Piedmont Recreation Department

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1:00–4:00pm

4–10

Havens Elementary School

45

Expedition Kitchen

1:00–4:00pm

10–16

Veterans Memorial Building Kitchen

39

STEM Explorations with LEGO® Materials

1:00–4:00pm

7–12

Havens Elementary School

37

Cub Scout Day Camp

1:00–5:30pm

Grades 1–5

Dracena Park

46

Tennis with Jim Landes

2:00–3:30pm

13–18

Corey Reich Tennis Center (CRTC)

53

Beginning Sewing Camp

3:00–5:00pm

7–12

Community Hall

31

Tennis with Jim Landes (Tournament Level)

3:30–5:00pm

8–18

Corey Reich Tennis Center (CRTC)

53

Power up with Python Programming

9:00am–3:00pm

10–13

Piedmont Middle School

36

Aloha Adventures

9:00am–3:00pm

5–10

Havens Elementary School

45

PRD Mini Campers

9:00am–3:00pm

4.5–5.5

Havens Schoolmates

23

Sandcastle Drama Program

9:00am–3:00pm

8–12

Veterans Memorial Building

49

Triple Threat Academy: Total Skills Basketball Camp

9:00am–3:00pm

6–12

PMS Morrison Gym

57

Art & Action Camp

9:00am–4:00pm

8–13

Piedmont Recreation Department

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PRD Funtopia

9:00am–4:00pm

Grades K–2

Beach Schoolmates

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WEEK 3: JUNE 17–JUNE 21 CAMP

TIME

AGES

LOCATION

PAGE

Edible Adventure and Global Goodies

9:00am–12:00pm

6–10

Veterans Memorial Building Kitchen

39

Skate Like a Girl

9:00am–12:00pm

5–13

Kennelly Skate Park

52

Soccer Stars Fun in the Sun

9:00am–12:00pm

3–5

Dracena Park

51

Mini Hawk Camp

9:00am–12:00pm

4–6

Beach Playfield

51

Chess Challenge

9:00am–12:00pm

Grades 1–5

Piedmont Middle School

46

PRD Camp Everything (Half-Day)

9:00am–12:30pm

Grades 2–6

Hampton Park

25

PRD Camp Everything (Full-Day)

9:00am–3:00pm

Grades 2–6

Hampton Park

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PRD Camp Everything (Extended Day)

9:00am–5:00pm

Grades 2–6

Hampton Park

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Kids Carpentry

9:30am–12:00pm

6 - 10

Piedmont Middle School Wood Shop

28

ANTS Tennis Camp

9:30am–12:30pm

5–11

Hampton Park Tennis Courts

52

Scherman Summer Camp

10:00am–2:00pm

Grades 5–10

Coaches Field

58

RecWorks: VolunTEENS

10:00am–2:00pm

Grades 7–10

Hampton Park

24

Tennis with Jim Landes

12:30–2:00pm

8–12

Corey Reich Tennis Center (CRTC)

53

Kids Carpentry

12:30–3:00pm

8–12

Piedmont Middle School Wood Shop

29

Taste Travelers

1:00–4:00pm

10–16

Veterans Memorial Building Kitchen

39

Start a Band, Make a Record, Play a Show!

1:00–4:00pm

7–15

Wildwood Schoolmates

33

ANTS Volleyball Camp

1:00–4:00pm

11–14

Coaches Field

56

AI Adventures

1:00–4:00pm

6–12

Havens Elementary School

36

Hair Slayz

1:00–4:00pm

Grades 3–5

Havens Elementary School

48

LEGO® Creators Camp

1:00–4:00pm

6–10

Havens Elementary School

36

Tennis with Jim Landes

2:00–3:30pm

13–18

Corey Reich Tennis Center (CRTC)

53

Tennis with Jim Landes (Tournament Level)

3:30–5:00pm

8–18

Corey Reich Tennis Center (CRTC)

53

Tae Kwon Do/Self-Defense

3:30–5:30pm

6–18

Piedmont Middle School MPR

59

Art & Action Camp

9:00am–3:00pm

5–7

Piedmont Recreation Department

27

All Sport Camp

9:00am–3:00pm

6–11

Beach Playfield

51

Space Explorers

9:00am–3:00pm

4.5–9

Havens Elementary School

45

Hanabi Judo: Oshawott Origami 1

9:00am–3:00pm

5–15

Piedmont Middle School MPR

46

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Triple Threat Academy: Dribbling and Shooting

9:00am–3:00pm

6–12

PMS Morrison Gym

PRD Mini Campers

9:00am–3:00pm

4.5–5.5

Havens Schoolmates

23

Building Confidence in Public Speaking & Writing

9:00am–4:00pm

7–12

Piedmont Middle School

49

Live Action & Lego Flix

9:00am–4:00pm

7–13

Piedmont Recreation Department

29

PRD Funtopia

9:00am–4:00pm

Grades K–2

Beach Schoolmates

24

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LOCATION

Edible Science and Baking Bliss

9:00am–12:00pm

6–10

Veterans Memorial Building Kitchen

Bash'em Bots using LEGO® Materials

9:00am–12:00pm

7–12

Veterans Memorial Building

35

Skate Like a Girl

9:00am–12:00pm

5–13

Kennelly Skate Park

52

Soccer Stars Fun in the Sun

9:00am–12:00pm

3–5

Dracena Park

51

Summerpreneur - Be the Boss!

9:00am–12:00pm

Grades 1–5

Piedmont Middle School

47

PRD Camp Everything (Half-Day)

9:00am–12:30pm

Grades 2–6

Hampton Park

25

PRD Camp Everything (Full-Day)

9:00am–3:00pm

Grades 2–6

Hampton Park

25

PRD Camp Everything (Extended Day)

9:00am–5:00pm

Grades 2–6

Hampton Park

25

Kids Carpentry

9:30am–12:00pm

6–9

Piedmont Middle School Wood Shop

28

ANTS Tennis Camp

9:30am–12:30pm

5–11

Hampton Park Tennis Courts

52

RecWorks: VolunTEENS

10:00am–2:00pm

Grades 7–10

Hampton Park

24

Tennis with Jim Landes

12:30–2:00pm

8–12

Corey Reich Tennis Center (CRTC)

53

Kids Carpentry

12:30–3:00pm

8–12

Piedmont Middle School Wood Shop

29

Ace Kids Golf

1:00–4:00pm

6–10

Beach Playfield

55

Dungeons and Dragons

1:00–4:00pm

7–12

Havens Elementary School

48

Electric Guitar

1:00–4:00pm

7–12

Piedmont Middle School

33

Culinary Creatives

1:00–4:00pm

10–16

Veterans Memorial Building Kitchen

39

Animal Adventures with LEGO® Materials

1:00–4:00pm

5–7

Veterans Memorial Building

35

Tennis with Jim Landes

2:00–3:30pm

13–18

Corey Reich Tennis Center (CRTC)

53

Yarn Between Two Knitting Needles

3:00–5:00pm

6–12

Community Hall

28

Tennis with Jim Landes (Tournament Level)

3:30–5:00pm

8–18

Corey Reich Tennis Center (CRTC)

53

Tae Kwon Do/Self-Defense

3:30–5:30pm

6–18

Piedmont Middle School MPR

59

The Rainbow Club

9:00am–1:00pm

3–6

Havens Elementary School

44

Hanabi Judo: Throh’s Judo

9:00am–3:00pm

5–15

Piedmont Middle School MPR

46

Ultimate Frisbee Summer Camp

9:00am–3:00pm

8–14

Beach Playfield

59

Art & Action Camp

9:00am–3:00pm

5–7

Piedmont Recreation Department

27

Chess Wizards

9:00am–3:00pm

6–12

Piedmont Middle School

46

Programming with Minecraft

9:00am–3:00pm

9–12

Piedmont Recreation Department

37

PRD Mini Campers

9:00am–3:00pm

4.5–5.5

Havens Schoolmates

23

Triple Threat Academy: Basketball Super Handles

9:00am–3:00pm

6–12

PMS Morrison Gym

57

PRD Funtopia

9:00am–4:00pm

Grades K–2

Beach Schoolmates

24

Playground Sports and Games Camp

PAGE

9:00am–3:00pm

Grades 2–6

Coaches Field

56

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TIME

AGES

LOCATION

PAGE

Chicka Chicka ABC & 123

9:00am–12:00pm

3–6

Havens Elementary School

44

Ultimate Frisbee Action Camp

9:00am–12:00pm

8–11

Coaches Field

59

Mini Hawk Camp

9:00am–12:00pm

4–6

Beach Playfield

51

Girls Flag Football Camp

9:00am–12:00pm

8–11

Coaches Field

58

Miss Fit

9:00 am–2:00 pm

Grades 3–5

Beach Schoolmates

24

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Boys Flag Football Camp

9:00am–12:00pm

8–11

Coaches Field

58

Kids Carpentry

9:30am–12:00pm

6–10

Piedmont Middle School Wood Shop

28

Tennis with Jim Landes

12:30–2:00pm

8–12

Corey Reich Tennis Center (CRTC)

53

ADAPTIVE Rainbow Club

12:30–3:00pm

5–12

Havens Elementary School

42

Kids Carpentry

12:30–3:00pm

8–12

Piedmont Middle School Wood Shop

29

Girls Flag Football Camp

12:30–3:30pm

8–11

Coaches Field

58

Boys Flag Football Camp

12:30–3:30pm

8–11

Coaches Field

58

Krafting with Khris

1:00–4:00pm

6–12

Piedmont Recreation Department

28

Tennis with Jim Landes

2:00–3:30pm

13–18

Corey Reich Tennis Center (CRTC)

53

Tennis with Jim Landes (Tournament Level)

3:30–5:00pm

8–18

Corey Reich Tennis Center (CRTC)

53

Tae Kwon Do/Self-Defense

3:30–5:30pm

6–18

Piedmont Middle School MPR

59

Game Design with MakeCode

9:00am–3:00pm

8–12

Piedmont Recreation Department

37

Hanabi Judo: Jirachi and the Star Festival

9:00am–3:00pm

5–15

Piedmont Middle School MPR

46

Skyhawks Volleyball Camp

9:00am–3:00pm

6–11

Beach Playfield

51

Girls Flag Football Camp

9:00am–3:30pm

8–11

Coaches Field

58

Boys Flag Football Camp

9:00am–3:30pm

8–11

Coaches Field

58

PRD Recreation Adventure and Skill (No Overnight)

9:00am–4:00pm

9–13

Havens Schoolmates

24

CAMP

TIME

AGES

LOCATION

Craftopia Camp

9:00am–12:00pm

3–5

Community Hall

Expedition Kitchen

9:00am–12:00pm

10–16

Veterans Memorial Building Kitchen

39

Summer Basketball Camp w/Coach Bryan

9:00am–12:00pm

7–13

PMS Buzz Gym

56

Skate Like a Girl

9:00am–12:00pm

5–13

Kennelly Skate Park

52

Soccer Stars Fun in the Sun

9:00am–12:00pm

3–5

Dracena Park

51

Spanish Safari: Sing, Rhyme, Play, and Write!

9:00am–12:00pm

Grades 1–5

Piedmont Middle School

47

Chess Challenge

9:00am–12:00pm

Grades 1–5

Piedmont Middle School

46

PRD Camp Everything (Half-Day)

9:00am–12:30pm

Grades 2–6

Hampton Park

25

PRD Camp Everything (Full-Day)

9:00am–3:00pm

Grades 2–6

Hampton Park

25

PRD Camp Everything (Extended Day)

9:00am–5:00pm

Grades 2–6

Hampton Park

25

Hip-Hop/Yoga/Tumbling/Crafts & Drama Games

9:00am–1:00pm

6–10

Piedmont Middle School MPR

45

Kids Carpentry

9:30am–12:00pm

8–12

Piedmont Middle School Wood Shop

28

ANTS Tennis Camp

9:30am–12:30pm

5–11

Hampton Park Tennis Courts

52

Cartooning Camp

10:00am–12:00pm

7–12

Piedmont Middle School

28

RecWorks: VolunTEENS

10:00am–2:00pm

Grades 7–10

Hampton Park

24

Tennis with Jim Landes

12:30–2:00pm

8–12

Corey Reich Tennis Center (CRTC)

53

Girls Carpentry

12:30–3:00pm

7–12

Piedmont Middle School Wood Shop

29

ANTS Volleyball Camp

1:00–4:00pm

8–11

PMS Buzz Gym

56

Creativity Camp

1:00–3:00pm

7–12

Piedmont Middle School

28

Intro to Jewelry and Beading

1:00–4:00pm

6–10

Wildwood Schoolmates

27

Edible Art and Colors of the Rainbow

1:00–4:00pm

6–10

Veterans Memorial Building Kitchen

39

Tennis with Jim Landes

2:00–3:30pm

13–18

Corey Reich Tennis Center (CRTC)

53

Beginning Sewing Camp

3:00–5:00pm

7–12

Community Hall

31

Tennis with Jim Landes (Tournament Level)

3:30–5:00pm

8–18

Corey Reich Tennis Center (CRTC)

53

Halloween in July

9:00am–3:00pm

3–7

Havens Elementary School

44

Ultimate Frisbee Summer Camp

9:00am–3:00pm

8–14

Beach Playfield

59

HTML Heroes: Design your Website

9:00am–3:00pm

10–14

801 Magnolia Avenue

36

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Creation Station

9:00am–3:00pm

4–7

PRD Mini Campers

9:00am–3:00pm

4.5–5.5

Havens Elementary School

27

Havens Schoolmates

23

Play Ground Sports and Games Camp

9:00am–3:00pm

Grades 2–6

Coaches Field

56

Skyhawks Flag Football Camp Art & Action Camp

9:00am–3:00pm

6–11

Coaches Field

59

9:00am–4:00pm

8–13

Piedmont Recreation Department

29

Steamwarts Camp PRD Funtopia

9:00am–4:00pm

6–12

Piedmont Recreation Department

48

9:00am–4:00pm

Grades K–2

Beach Schoolmates

24

STEM + Minecraft w/LEGO® Materials

9:00am–4:00pm

5–9

Veterans Memorial Building

36

CAMP

TIME

AGES

LOCATION

PAGE

24-7 UK Soccer Academy: Competitive Soccer Technical Training

8:30–11:30am

7–12

Coaches Field

60

Beginning & Intermediate Fencing Camp

8:30am–12:30pm

8–16

Piedmont Community Church

52

Taste Travelers

9:00am–12:00pm

10–16

Veterans Memorial Building Kitchen

39

Summer Girls Basketball Camp

9:00am–12:00pm

7–13

PMS Buzz Gym

56

Skate Like a Girl

9:00am–12:00pm

5–13

Kennelly Skate Park

52

Mandarin Magic: Sing, Rhyme, Play, and Write!

9:00am–12:00pm

Grades 1–5

Piedmont Middle School

47

PRD Camp Everything (Half-Day)

9:00am–12:30pm

Grades 2–6

Hampton Park

25

PRD Camp Everything (Full-Day)

9:00am–3:00pm

Grades 2–6

Hampton Park

25

PRD Camp Everything (Extended Day)

9:00am–5:00pm

Grades 2–6

Hampton Park

25

Girls Flag Football Camp

9:00am–12:30pm

8–11

Coaches Field

58

Boys Flag Football Camp

9:00am–12:30pm

8–11

Coaches Field

58

Hip-Hop/Yoga/Tumbling/Crafts & Drama Games

9:00am–1:00pm

5–9

Piedmont Middle School MPR

45

Kids Carpentry

9:30am–12:00pm

6–10

Piedmont Middle School Wood Shop

28

ANTS Tennis Camp

9:30am–12:30pm

5–11

Hampton Park Tennis Courts

52

RecWorks: VolunTEENS

10:00am–2:00pm

Grades 7–10

Hampton Park

24

Tennis with Jim Landes

12:30–2:00pm

8–12

Corey Reich Tennis Center (CRTC)

53

Girls Carpentry

12:30–3:00pm

7–12

Piedmont Middle School Wood Shop

29

ANTS Volleyball Camp

1:00–4:00pm

11–14

PMS Buzz Gym

56

Game Design and Animation with Scratch and Python

1:00–4:00pm

6–12

801 Magnolia Avenue

37

Edible Adventure and Global Goodies

1:00–4:00pm

6–10

Veterans Memorial Building Kitchen

39

Tennis with Jim Landes

2:00–3:30pm

13–18

Corey Reich Tennis Center (CRTC)

53

Yarn Between Two Knitting Needles

3:00–5:00pm

6–12

Community Hall

28

Tennis with Jim Landes (Tournament Level)

3:30–5:00pm

8–18

Corey Reich Tennis Center (CRTC)

53

24-7 UK Soccer Academy: Recreational Soccer Fun Camp (AM)

8:30–11:30am

6–11

Coaches Field

55

24-7 UK Soccer Academy: Recreational Soccer Fun Camp (PM)

12:00–3:00pm

6–11

Coaches Field

55

24-7 UK Soccer Academy: Recreational Soccer Fun Camp

8:30am–3:00pm

6–11

Coaches Field

55

Moovin & Groovin with Pete the Cat

9:00am–3:00pm

3–6

Havens Elementary School

44

Ultimate Frisbee Summer Camp

9:00am–3:00pm

8–14

Beach Playfield

59

PRD Mini Campers

9:00am–3:00pm

4.5–5.5

Havens Schoolmates

23

Krafting with Khris

1:00–4:00 pm

6–12

Wildwood Schoolmates

28

Art & Action Camp

9:00am–4:00pm

8–13

Piedmont Recreation Department

29

Animation & Action Stop Motion Flix

9:00am–4:00pm

7–13

Piedmont Recreation Department

29

Funtopia

9:00am–4:00pm

Grades K–2

Beach Schoolmates

24

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Camps at a Glance

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WEEK 8: JULY 22–JULY 26 CAMP

TIME

AGES

LOCATION

PAGE

24-7 UK Soccer Academy: Competitive Soccer Technical Training Beginning & Intermediate Fencing Camp

8:30–11:30am

7–12

Coaches Field

60

8:30am–12:30pm

8–16

Piedmont Community Church

52

ADAPTIVE Learning Soccer Camp

9:00–11:00am

5–10

Beach Playfield

42

Culinary Creatives

9:00am–12:00pm

10–16

Veterans Memorial Building Kitchen

39

Chess Challenge

9:00am–12:00pm

Grades 1–5

Piedmont Middle School

46

PRD Camp Everything (Half-Day)

9:00am–12:30pm

Grades 2–6

Hampton Park

25

PRD Camp Everything (Full-Day)

9:00am–3:00pm

Grades 2–6

Hampton Park

25

PRD Camp Everything (Extended Day)

9:00am–5:00pm

Grades 2–6

Hampton Park

25

Girls Flag Football Camp

12:30–4:00pm

8–11

Beach Playfield

58

Boys Flag Football Camp

12:30–4:00pm

8–11

Beach Playfield

58

ANTS Tennis Camp

9:30am–12:30pm

5–11

Hampton Park Tennis Courts

52

Cartooning Camp

10:00am–12:00pm

7–12

Piedmont Middle School

28

RecWorks: VolunTEENS

10:00am–2:00pm

Grades 7–10

Hampton Park

24

Tennis with Jim Landes

12:30–2:00pm

8–12

Corey Reich Tennis Center (CRTC)

53

Beginning & Intermediate Fencing Camp

12:30–4:30pm

8–16

Piedmont Community Church

52

Ace Kids Golf

1:00–4:00pm

6–10

Beach Playfield

55

Creativity Camp

1:00–4:00pm

7–12

Piedmont Middle School

28

Space Explorers (Art/Mixed Media)

1:00–4:00pm

6–10

Wildwood Schoolmates

27

Edible Science and Baking Bliss

1:00–4:00pm

6–10

Veterans Memorial Building Kitchen

39

Tennis with Jim Landes

2:00–3:30pm

13–18

Corey Reich Tennis Center (CRTC)

53

Tennis with Jim Landes (Tournament Level)

3:30–5:00pm

8–18

Corey Reich Tennis Center (CRTC)

53

Tae Kwon Do/Self-Defense

3:30–5:30pm

6–18

Piedmont Middle School MPR

59

24-7 UK Soccer Academy: Recreational Soccer Fun Camp (AM)

8:30–11:30am

6–11

Coaches Field

55

24-7 UK Soccer Academy: Recreational Soccer Fun Camp (PM)

12:00–3:00pm

6–11

Coaches Field

55

24-7 UK Soccer Academy: Recreational Soccer Fun Camp

8:30am–3:00pm

6–11

Coaches Field

55

Art & Action Camp

9:00am–3:00pm

5–7

Piedmont Recreation Department

27

Roblox Game Design

9:00am–3:00pm

10–15

Piedmont Recreation Department

37

Fantastic Fairies and Wondrous Wizards

9:00am–3:00pm

4–7

Havens Elementary School

44

Public Speaking and Debates: Writing & Creativity Skills

9:00am–3:00pm

7–12

801 Magnolia Avenue

49

Hanabi Judo: Eevee’s Origami 2

9:00am–3:00pm

5–15

Piedmont Middle School MPR

46

PRD Mini Campers

9:00am–3:00pm

4.5–5.5

Havens Schoolmates

23

Playground Sports and Games Camp

9:00am–3:00pm

Grades 2–6

Coaches Field

56

Triple Threat Academy: Total Skills Basketball Camp

9:00am–3:00pm

6–12

PMS Buzz & Morrison Gyms

57

Triple Threat Academy: Girls Total Skills Basketball Camp

9:00am–3:00pm

6–12

PMS Buzz & Morrison Gyms

57

Animal Island Camp

9:00am–12:00pm

3–5

Community Hall

44

PRD Funtopia

9:00am–4:00pm

Grades K–2

Beach Schoolmates

24

STEM + Pokémon w/LEGO® Materials

9:00am–4:00pm

5–9

Veterans Memorial Building

31

CAMP

TIME

AGES

LOCATION

Beginning & Intermediate Fencing Camp

8:30am–12:30pm

8–16

Piedmont Community Church

52

Edible Art and Colors of the Rainbow

9:00am–12:00pm

6–10

Veterans Memorial Building Kitchen

39

Ultimate Frisbee Action Camp

9:00am–12:00pm

8–11

Coaches Field

59

Mini Hawk Camp

9:00am–12:00pm

4–6

Beach Playfield

51

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ANTS Tennis Camp

9:30am–12:30pm

5–11

Hampton Park Tennis Courts

52

ADAPTIVE Animal Adventures with LEGO®

10:00am–12:00pm

5–14

Piedmont Recreation Department

42

RecWorks: VolunTEENS

10:00am–2:00pm

Grades 7–10

Hampton Park

24

ADAPTIVE Minecraft Engineering with LEGO®

1:00–3:00pm

5–14

Piedmont Recreation Department

42

Baseball Baby!

1:00–4:00pm

5–9

Coaches Field

51

Electric Guitar

1:00–4:00pm

7–12

Wildwood Schoolmates

33

Expedition Kitchen

1:00–4:00pm

10–16

Veterans Memorial Building Kitchen

39

Girls Flag Football Skills & Agility Training

12:00–2:00pm

11–18

Coaches Field

59

High School Girls Tennis Warmup w/Jim Landes

2:00–4:00pm

14–18

Corey Reich Tennis Center (CRTC)

53

Boys Flag Football Skills & Agility

2:30–4:30pm

11–18

Coaches Field

58

Beginning Sewing Camp

3:00–5:00pm

7–12

Community Hall

31

Scherman 6th Grade Bootcamp (Thur/Fri)

9:00am–2:00pm

Grade 6

Piedmont Middle School

49

Maker Camp: Games and Toys

9:00am–3:00pm

4–7

Havens Elementary School

45

Hip-Hop/Yoga/Tumbling/Crafts & Drama Games

9:00am–3:00pm

6–10.5

801 Magnolia Avenue

47

PRD Mini Campers

9:00am–3:00pm

4.5–5.5

Havens Schoolmates

23

All Sport Camp

9:00am–3:00pm

6–11

Beach Playfield

51

Slimetopia® 3: Slime Chefs on Deck™

9:00am–4:00pm

6–12

Piedmont Recreation Department

48

PRD Funtopia

9:00am–4:00pm

Grades K–2

Beach Schoolmates

24

WEEK 10: AUGUST 5–AUGUST 9 CAMP

TIME

AGES

LOCATION

PAGE

24-7 UK Soccer Academy: Competitive Soccer Technical Training Beginning & Intermediate Fencing Camp

8:30–11:30am

7–12

Coaches Field

60

8:30am–12:30pm

8–16

Piedmont Community Church

52

ADAPTIVE Basketball Camp

1:00–3:00 pm

5–15

Hampton Basketball Courts

42

Edible Adventure and Global Goodies

9:00am–12:00pm

6–10

Veterans Memorial Building Kitchen

39

Summer Basketball Camp w/Coach Bryan

9:00am–12:00pm

7–13

Hampton Basketball Courts

56

Transportation Engineering using LEGO® Materials

9:00am–12:00pm

5–7

Veterans Memorial Building

35

Soccer Stars Fun in the Sun Camp

9:00am–12:00pm

3–5

Dracena Park

51

CineCraft Kids: Lights, Camera, Imagination

9:00am–12:00pm

Grades 1–5

Scherman 6th Grade Bootcamp (Mon/Tue)

9:00am–2:00pm

Grade 6

ANTS Tennis Camp

9:30am–12:30pm

Taste Travelers Wizarding World of Engineering using LEGO® Materials

801 Magnolia Avenue

47

Piedmont Middle School

49

5–11

Hampton Park Tennis Courts

52

1:00–4:00pm

10–16

Veterans Memorial Building Kitchen

39

1:00–4:00pm

7–12

Veterans Memorial Building

35

LEGO® Creators Camp

1:00–4:00pm

6–10

Zion Lutheran Church

36

Yarn Between Two Knitting Needles

3:00–5:00pm

6–12

Community Hall

28

24-7 UK Soccer Academy: Recreational Soccer Fun Camp (AM)

8:30–11:30am

6–11

Coaches Field

55

24-7 UK Soccer Academy: Recreational Soccer Fun Camp (PM)

12:00–3:00pm

6–11

Coaches Field

55

24-7 UK Soccer Academy: Recreational Soccer Fun Camp

8:30am–3:00pm

6–11

Coaches Field

55

African Safari

9:00am–3:00pm

4–7

Piedmont Recreation Department

44

Hip-Hop/Yoga/Tumbling/Crafts & Drama Games

9:00am–3:00pm

6–10.5

Piedmont Recreation Department

47

Play Ground Sports and Games Camp

9:00am–3:00pm

Grades 2–6

Hampton Park

56

Skyhawks Volleyball Camp

9:00am–3:00pm

6–11

Coaches Field

51

Scherman 6th Grade Bootcamp (Wed)

9:00am–2:00pm

Grade 6

Piedmont Middle School

49

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Volunteer Opportunities Teen Sidekicks

Special Events

Play Like a Girl+ Piedmont:

If you are interested in creating lasting memories and playing an integral role in supporting the growth and overall experience for a child with neurodiverse needs check out our Teen Sidekicks program. This unique experience is unlike any other and incredibly rewarding. More information on page 41. Community service hours are available upon request.

Sidekicks may be eligible to receive a letter of recommendation. No experience necessary.

For more information, please contact Sidekicks@piedmont.ca.gov

The Piedmont Recreation Department (PRD) hosts a variety of community events throughout the year. If you are interested in volunteering at any of the following events, please email prd@piedmont.ca.gov. For event information, visit the PRD Special Events page (piedmont.ca.gov/SpecialEvents). PRD events are a great opportunity for teens who need to fulfill their community service hour requirements for school and a fun way for parents to volunteer with their children

Play Like a Girl+ Piedmont is an inspiring event aimed at empowering girls to play sports. On Sunday, May 5th, athletes ages 2–18 learn to throw, kick, spike and jump like a girl+.

There will be 20+ sports organizations showcasing their sports, live demonstrations and professional and Olympic athletes on stage. This largescale event takes up the entire Witter Field complex–it simply wouldn’t be possible without the help of 40 or more volunteers. If you are available to help with the event, contact Eva (ephalen@piedmont.ca.gov).

Bunny Blast: Mar 23rd Pop-Up Putt-Putt: April 21st

n RecWorks: VolunTEENS

Week 2–Week 9 Grades 7th–10th Weekly Fee: $250 Resident/$280 Non-resident Hampton Park

PRD is Hiring!

Recreation Aides (15 years+) Recreation Leaders I–III Apply at piedmont.casellehire.com/jobs Join our PRD team for a summer of endless camp fun! We are looking for artistic, energetic and cheerful leaders to join our team of caring summer camp counselors!

Accepting applications online from Now–March 15th!

Contact Katrina at kmorris@piedmont.ca.gov.

Piedmont’s VolunTEENS Mentorship Program (formerly CIT) blends the excitement of summer camp fun with the development of peer relationships, practical work experience, leadership training and effective communication skills.

Under the supervision of PRD staff, VolunTEENS will learn how to implement and lead art projects, games and songs, as well as how to effectively resolve conflicts and ensure child safety. Each day is jam-packed with playful vibes, child interaction, counselor task and firsthand job training at Camp Everything. The RecWorks way is a GREAT way for your teen to prepare for future employment opportunities See page 24 for more details.

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PRD Camps Youth PRD Preschool: PRD Preschool: Hillside Summer Fun Camp Skipping Stones Summer Ages 3.5–5 r$300 N$330 Camp Join us for a fun-filled week of art, music, dancing, mud cake making and more! Each session offers developmentally appropriate curriculum that encourages a child’s physical, social-emotional, language, and cognitive development. While your child explores our classroom and engages in projects, they flex their early literacy and math muscles, investigate and discover through science and art while having fun! Children also experience music, movement, cooking, outside play and circle time. Participants must be toilet-trained and use the toilet independently.

Week 2 Mon–Thur

June 10–June 13 (4×)

9:00am–1:00pm

Week 3 Mon–Thur

June 17–June 20 (4×) 9:00am–1:00pm

Mon–Thur

June 24–June 27 (4×) 9:00am–1:00pm July 8–July 11 (4×)

9:00am–1:00pm

Week 7 Mon–Thur

July 15–July 18 (4×)

9:00am–1:00pm

July 22–July 25 (4×)

9:00am–1:00pm

9:00am–1:00pm

June 17–June 20 (4×) 9:00am–1:00pm

Week 4 Mon–Thur

June 24–June 27 (4×) 9:00am–1:00pm

Week 5

r$225 N$255

July 1–July 3 (3×)

9:00am–1:00pm

July 8–July 11 (4×)

9:00am–1:00pm

July 15–July 18 (4×)

9:00am–1:00pm

July 22–July 25 (4×)

9:00am–1:00pm

July 29–Aug 1 (4×)

9:00am–1:00pm

Week 6 Mon–Thur

Instructor: PRD Preschool Staff Location: 801 Magnolia East Wing Min: 8; Max: 14

June 10–June 13 (4×)

Week 3

Mon–Wed

Week 8 Mon–Thur

Week 2

Mon–Thur

Week 6

r$300 N$330

Join us for a fun-filled week of art, music, dancing, mud cake making and more! Each session offers developmentally appropriate curriculum that encourages a child’s physical, social-emotional, language, and cognitive development. While your child explores our classroom and engages in projects, they flex their early literacy and math muscles, investigate and discover through science and art while having fun! Children also experience music, movement, cooking, outside play and circle time. Participants must be toilet-trained and use the toilet independently.

Mon–Thur

Week 4 Mon–Thur

Ages 3.5–5

Week 7 Mon–Thur

Week 8 Mon–Thur

n PRD Mini Campers Ages 4.5–5.5

r$360 N$390

PRD presents Mini Campers, a summer program specifically designed for TK–K campers!

Campers will have the opportunity to participate in a high-quality introductory camp experience lead by experienced PRD Minimates staff, C’Airra Callum and Maddie Mills. Activities are structured around weekly themes where campers will participate in arts and crafts, age-appropriate games, camp songs, cooking projects and the chance to continue to develop social and emotional skills through guided free play. Please join us for a summer of fun tailored to Mini Campers!

Week 2 Mon–Fri

June 10–June 14 (5×) 9:00am–3:00pm

Week 3 Mon–Fri

June 17–June 21 (5×)

9:00am–3:00pm

Week 4 Mon–Fri

June 24–June 28 (5×) 9:00am–3:00pm

Week 6 Mon–Fri

July 8–July 12 (5×)

9:00am–3:00pm

July 15–July 19 (5×)

9:00am–3:00pm

July 22–July 26 (5×)

9:00am–3:00pm

July 29–Aug 2 (5×)

9:00am–3:00pm

Week 7 Mon–Fri

Week 8 Mon–Fri

Week 9 Mon–Fri

Instructor: C’Airra Callum & Maddie Mills, PRD Staff Location: Havens Schoolmates Facility Min: 10; Max: 30

Week 9 Mon–Thur

Instructor: PRD Preschool Staff Location: Wildwood Schoolmates Facility Min: 10; Max: 16

R Piedmont Resident N Non-resident f Fee included (see p. 10)

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PRD Camps Youth & Teen n PRD Funtopia

n RecWorks: VolunTEENS Rec Adventure & Skill Grades 7–10 r$250 N$280 (No Overnight)

This summer FUNTOPIA is the place to be where imagination and adventure meet. Each day, campers will dive into the wonders of play engaging in cool camp games, sensory play, scavenger hunts, arts and crafts, cooking projects, local walking trips and more. Get ready to meet new friends, create summer memories and simply be a kid FUNTOPIA style!

Piedmont’s VolunTEENS Mentorship Program (formerly CIT) blends the excitement of summer camp fun with the development of peer relationships, practical work experience, leadership training and effective communication skills. Under the supervision of PRD staff, VolunTEENS will learn how to implement and lead art projects, games and songs, as well as how to effectively resolve conflicts and ensure child safety. Each day is jam-packed with playful vibes, child interaction, counselor task and firsthand job training at Camp Everything. The RecWorks way is a GREAT way for your teen to prepare for future employment opportunities.

Grades K–2

r$420 N$450

Week 2 Mon–Fri

June 10–June 14 (5×) 9:00am–4:00pm

Week 3 Mon–Fri

June 17–June 21 (5×) 9:00am–4:00pm

Week 4 Mon–Fri

June 24–June 28 (5×) 9:00am–4:00pm

Week 6 Mon–Fri

July 8–July 12 (5×)

9:00am–4:00pm

July 15–July 19 (5×)

9:00am–4:00pm

Week 7 Mon–Fri

Week 8 Mon–Fri

July 22–July 26 (5×)

9:00am–4:00pm

July 29–Aug 2 (5×)

9:00am–4:00pm

Week 9 Mon–Fri

Instructor: PRD Staff Location: Beach Schoolmates Facility Min: 16; Max: 40

Miss.Fit Grades 3–5

Week 2 Mon–Fri

Week 3 Mon–Fri

Miss.Fit is perfect for the girl who wants to build friendship, gain more knowledge around health and nutrition and learn about mental health strategies such as stress and anxiety coping skills through fun activities such as cooking, yoga, art and crafts, journaling and team building lessons.

June 17–June 21 (5×) 10:00am–2:00pm

Week 4 Mon–Fri Mon–Fri

July 8–July 12 (5×)

10:00am–2:00pm

July 15–July 19 (5×)

10:00am–2:00pm

Week 7 Mon–Fri

Week 8 July 22–July 26 (5×) 10:00am–2:00pm

Week 9 Mon–Fri

July 29–Aug 2 (5×)

Instructor: PRD Staff Location: Hampton Park Building Min: 6; Max: 12

Week 5 Mon–Wed

July 1–July 3 (3×)

9:00am–2:00pm

Instructor: C’Airra Callum & Maddie Mills, PRD Staff Location: Beach Schoolmates Facility Min: 10; Max: 30

10:00am–2:00pm

r$348 N$378

Hey kids, have you ever been interested in camping, hiking, or backpacking? In this camp, you’ll learn recreation skills that can be applied to the great outdoors! We will cover fun subjects like backpacking, orienteering, archery, native plant and animal identification and much more! We’ve also added a day at Redwood Regional Park to utilize our skills first hand. Instructor approval required.

Week 5 Mon–Wed

July 1–July 3 (3×)

9:00am–4:00pm

Instructor: Julia, Shotz, PRD Staff Location: Havens Schoolmates Facility Min: 4; Max: 16

Rec Adventure & Skill (Overnight) Ages 9–13

June 24–June 28 (5×) 10:00am–2:00pm

Week 6

Mon–Fri

r$250 N$280

June 10–June 14 (5×) 10:00am–2:00pm

Ages 9–13

r$725 N$755

Campers will learn intermediate skills in recreation, backcountry and backpacking, orienteering, and native plant and animal identification. This year, as a fun new addition, we have added an overnight (week of June 3rd)!

On Friday, camp will be located at Redwood Regional Park; parents and siblings are invited to join us for a skills showcase and s’mores at 6:00pm. Some wilderness and/or camping experience is preferred. Julia cannot wait to share her love and knowledge of recreation with your children and help them learn new skills on this Rec Adventure! Instructor approval required.

Instructor Julia studied Recreation at Cal Poly Humboldt, with an emphasis in Outdoor Adventure Leadership, and has backpacked and camped Mount Shasta, Van Damme State Park, The Trinity Alps, The Marble Mountains, Fern Canyon, and Big and Little Basin, to name a few.

Week 1 Mon–Fri

June 3–June 7 (5×)

9:00am–4:00pm

Instructor: Julia, Shotz, PRD Staff Location: Veterans Memorial Building Min: 4; Max: 16

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PRD Camps Camp Everything PRD’s Camp Everything Has it All! PRD’s Camp Everything is back and better than before! With options for full-day, half-day and extended day, children will have the freedom to create, play, and explore their passions in an environment full of wonder and creativity.

Campers will rotate through a series of engaging and adventurous activity zones based on weekly themes. Whether your child aspires to be an athlete, artist, chef, dancer, engineer, or still deciding who they are or what they love, your child will be encouraged to try new things while developing lifelong connections along the way. Camp Everything will be EVERYTHING this summer!

Staff onsite beginning at 8:30 am for early drop-off!

Camp Everything Grades 2–6

Half-Day:r$210 N$240 Full-Day:r$360 N$390 Extended Day:r$480 N$510

Week 2: Battle of the Titans Mon–Fri Mon–Fri Mon–Fri

June 10–June 14 (5×) 9:00am–12:30pm June 10–June 14 (5×) 9:00am–3:00pm June 10–June 14 (5×) 9:00am–5:00pm

Week 3: Inspector Gadget Mon–Fri Mon–Fri Mon–Fri

June 17–June 21 (5×) 9:00am–12:30pm June 17–June 21 (5×) 9:00am–3:00pm June 17–June 21 (5×) 9:00am–5:00pm

Week 4: Performing Arts/Design Mon–Fri Mon–Fri Mon–Fri

June 24–June 28 (5×) 9:00am–12:30pm June 24–June 28 (5×) 9:00am–3:00pm June 24–June 28 (5×) 9:00am–5:00pm

Week 6: Kidchella Festival Mon–Fri Mon–Fri Mon–Fri

July 8–July 12 (5×) July 8–July 12 (5×) July 8–July 12 (5×)

9:00am–12:30pm 9:00am–3:00pm 9:00am–3:00pm

Week 7: Global Expedition Mon–Fri Mon–Fri Mon–Fri

July 15–July 19 (5×) July 15–July 19 (5×) July 15–July 19 (5×)

9:00am–12:30pm 9:00am–3:00pm 9:00am–5:00pm

Week 8: Theme Park Adventures Mon–Fri Mon–Fri Mon–Fri

July 22–July 26 (5×) July 22–July 26 (5×) July 22–July 26 (5×)

9:00am–12:30pm 9:00am–3:00pm 9:00am–5:00pm

Week 9: Splish Splash Mon–Fri Mon–Fri Mon–Fri

July 29–Aug 2 (5×) July 29–Aug 2 (5×) July 29–Aug 2 (5×)

9:00am–12:30pm 9:00am–3:00pm 9:00am–5:00pm

Instructor: PRD Staff Location: Hampton Field Min: 30; Max: 100

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Creative Arts Youth n Craftopia Camp ages 3–5

r$350 N$380

Calling all young artists and imaginative minds! Get set for an unforgettable adventure in the art world at our Arts and Crafts Camp.

Let your inner Picasso roam free! This summer, explore creative wonders from sand to salt painting, finger to hand painting, and even car, vegetable, and rice painting. Craft mesmerizing masterpieces that’ll leave everyone amazed. Are you ready to discover your artistic genius? Don’t miss this chance to have fun, learn, and let your creativity shine at our artsy summer camp!

Week 6 Mon–Fri

July 8–July 12 (5×)

9:00am–12:00pm

Instructor: Challenge Island Bay Area Location: Community Hall, Lower Level Min: 10; Max: 13

Creation Station ages 4–7

r$695 N$725

Let’s build, experiment and get busy with science and engineering! In this camp we’ll make bottle rockets, coloring robots, solar ovens, kaleidoscopes and more! Material Fee: $75 Week 6 Mon–Fri

July 8–July 12 (5×)

9:00am–3:00pm

Instructor: Giena Vogel Location: Havens Elementary School, Room 109 Min: 10; Max: 30

n Space Explorers (Art/Mixed Media)

Art & Action

ages 6–10

Join our dynamic small group summer camp to exercise your creativity and get active.

Each day campers will take on cool art projects and challenging, fun activities. Some days will be dedicated to clay projects and Kung Fu. Kung Fu will start with a brief meditation and move into warm up games and non-competitive mixed martial arts practice. The Kung Fu section will end with breaking a board with a punch or kick (optional). Other days will have organized active games and changing art themes (e.g. marbleized rocks, slime, light jars, etc.). There will also be free time each day, walk on stilts, balance on a slack line, read, make giant bubbles, play board games, play on the climbing structure or draw. Two special snacks will be provided each week.

Material Fee $40

ages 5–7

r$275 N$305

To infinity and beyond...Students will blast off into space and explore art centered around the galaxy! Students will get a glimpse into planetary and constellation observations in this camp. Projects include acrylic aliens, watercolor rockets, glow in the dark constellations, clay planets, moon sand and more!

Material Fee: $25 Week 8 Mon–Fri

July 22–July 26 (5×)

1:00–4:00pm

Instructor: Dragonfly Designs Location: Wildwood Schoolmates Facility Min: 9; Max: 12

Art and Jewelry & Beading ages 6–10

r$490 N$520

Discover a world of creativity and craftsmanship at our Art and Jewelry Summer Camp for kids! Dive into a vibrant summer adventure where budding young artists and jewelry enthusiasts will unleash their imaginations. From intricate beading techniques to the magic of paint, clay, and textiles, campers will explore a kaleidoscope of artistic mediums. Each day, they’ll craft their own masterpieces and wearable treasures, bringing home a new project to showcase their talents. Join us for a summer filled with colorful exploration, skill-building, and endless fun, where every child becomes a proud artist and jeweler in the making! Material Fee: $40 Week 1 Mon–Fri

June 3–June 7 (5×)

9:00am–3:00pm

Instructor: Dragonfly Designs, LLC Location: Piedmont Recreation Department, Attic Min: 9; Max: 12

r$562 N$592

Week 3 Mon–Fri

June 17–June 21 (5×)

9:00am–3:00pm

Week 4 Mon–Fri

June 24–June 28 (5×) 9:00am–3:00pm

Week 8 Mon–Fri

July 22–July 26 (5×)

9:00am–3:00pm

Instructor: Catrina Marchetti Location: Piedmont Recreation Department, Attic Min: 5; Max: 11

Intro to Jewelry & Beading ages 6–10

r$275 N$305

Ready to take your first step on your jewelry making journey? In this beginner beading class, get to know the tools of the trade, and all the techniques you need to know to start creating unique, dazzling beaded jewelry from scratch!

Students will gain the knowledge and skill to create their own jewelry pieces. This class is a prerequisite for all other jewelry making courses. Material Fee: $25 Week 6 Mon–Fri

July 8–July 12 (5×)

1:00–4:00pm

Instructor: Dragonfly Designs, LLC Location: Wildwood Schoolmates Facility Min: 9; Max: 12

Photo: Julie Reichle

R Piedmont Resident N Non-resident f Fee included (see p. 10)

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Creative Arts Youth n Krafting with Khris

Kids Carpentry

ages 6–12

ages 6–10

Students will be inspired by renowned fine artists (Frida Kahlo, David Hockney), illustrators (Maurice Sendak, Mary Blair), cartoonists (Charles Shulz), architect Frank Gehry, and designers (Eames) and more to create mixed media artworks. We will create handmade sketchbooks, pop up paper rooms, tote bags, handmade toys, paintings, and mixed media artworks. Material Fee $25

Krafting with Khris fosters an atmosphere free of pressure where students can enjoy making custom, and one-of-a-kind crafts! Paints and sublimations of your favorite characters and photos will be used to bedazzle FUN projects.

If you like creating photos on clothing, as a key chain, and puzzles, this is the class for you.

Each class will offer something exciting and new! Material Fee $55

Week 2

Week 5

Kids Carpentry teaches children the safe use of hand tools in a fun environment. Kids build their own wooden projects from scratch, gaining experience in physical engineering, problem solving, fine motor skills, and patience.

The lessons, projects, and tools evolve with each student’s individual pace. We build from a variety of project examples such as boats, trucks, bird feeders, doll furniture, spinning tops, airplanes, shelves, boxes, games and much more. Material Fee $25

Creativity Camp ages 7–12

Mon–Fri

r$400 N$430

June 10–June 14 (5×)

1:00–3:00pm

July 8–July 12 (5×) July 22–July 26 (5×)

1:00–3:00pm

Mon–Fri

Week 3

1:00–3:00pm

Instructor: Krafting With Khris Location: Piedmont Recreation Department, Attic (Week 5); Wildwood Schoolmates Facility (Week 7) Min: 5; Max: 28

Instructor: Cara Goldstein Art Camps Location: Piedmont Middle School Min: 4; Max: 16

ages 7–12

r$190 N$215

Have fun learning to knit! Beginning step by step instruction for the simple act of transferring a row of stitches from one needle to another, repeating this process and watch a wonderful fabric take shape! Have fun knitting a scarf or a purse or a mouse or a hat! Using colorful yarns and large size needles, students will learn to cast on and use the basic knit and purl stitches, as well as knitting terms..

Week 4 Mon–Fri

June 24–June 28 (5×)

3:00–5:00pm

July 15–July 19 (5×)

3:00–5:00pm

Aug 5–Aug 9 (5×)

3:00–5:00pm

Week 10 Mon–Fri

1:00–4:00pm

r$400 N$430

Week 2 Mon–Fri

June 10–June 14 (5×) 10:00am–12:00pm

Week 6 Mon–Fri

July 8–July 12 (5×)

10:00am–12:00pm

Week 8 July 22–July 26 (5×) 10:00am–12:00pm

Instructor: Cara’s Art Studio Location: Piedmont Middle School Min: 4; Max: 16

Instructor: Jane Backus, PRD Staff Location: Community Hall, Lower Level Min: 3; Max: 8

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Mon–Thur M, T, Th, F

Week 4 Mon–Thur

r$260 N$290

June 10–June 13 (4×) 9:30am–12:00pm

r$260 N$290

June 17–June 21* (4×) 9:30am–12:00pm

r$260 N$290

June 24–June 27 (4×) 9:30am–12:00pm

Week 5

Create your own characters and story-lines in this unique class. We will learn character development, expressions, body movement, story development and how to make detailed backgrounds (interiors and exteriors) using one point perspective. Students will create the start of a mini comic book by the end of class.

Instructor workbook included. All skill levels are welcome. Material Fee $25

Mon–Fri

Week 7 Mon–Fri

July 22–July 26 (5×)

Cartooning Camp

Yarn Between Two Knitting Needles ages 6–12

1:00–4:00pm

Week 2

Week 7

Week 8 Mon–Fri

r$330 N$360

July 1–July 3 (3×)

r$455 N$485

Week 6 Mon–Fri

Mon–Wed

Mon–Wed

Week 6 Mon–Thur

Week 7 Mon–Thur

July 1–July 3 (3×)

r$199 N$224

9:30am–12:00pm

r$260 N$290

July 8–July 11 (4×)

9:30am–12:00pm

r$260 N$290

July 15–July 18 (4×)

9:30am–12:00pm

Instructor: Casey Nutt, Kids Carpentry Location: Piedmont Middle School, Woodshop Min: 5; Max: 9 *No camp June 19

Creative Arts Youth & Teen Girls Carpentry

Live Action & Lego Flix

Art & Action

ages 7–12

ages 7–13

ages 8–13

r$260 N$290

Girls Carpentry teaches children the safe use of hand tools in a fun environment. Kids build their own wooden projects from scratch, gaining experience in physical engineering, problem solving, fine motor skills, and patience.

The lessons, projects, and tools evolve with each student’s individual pace. We build from a variety of project examples such as boats, trucks, bird feeders, doll furniture, spinning tops, airplanes, shelves, boxes, games and much more. Material Fee $25 Week 6 Mon–Thur

July 8–July 11 (4×)

12:30–3:00pm

Mon–Thur

Week 3 Mon–Fri

Week 7 July 15–July 18 (4×)

12:30–3:00pm

Instructor: Casey Nutt, Kids Carpentry Location: Piedmont Middle School, Woodshop Min: 5; Max: 9

r$556 N$586

In the mornings, discover your filmmaking talents! You don’t have to be an actor to take part, as we’ll guide you through the Hollywood process to create, direct, film, act, and more.

You won’t just make an incredible movie, you’ll have the skills to make your own movies with friends. And in the afternoon, we’ll bring LEGOs to life working in groups to create a LEGO stop-motion movie with voice-overs.

Bring snacks, lunch and drink. Flix emailed within a month after camp ends. Material Fee: $70 June 17–June 21 (5×) 9:00am–4:00pm

Instructor: IncrediFlix Inc. Location: Piedmont Recreation Department Min: 6; Max: 20

Kids Carpentry

Animation & Action Stop Motion Flix

ages 8–12

ages 7–13

Kids Carpentry teaches children the safe use of hand tools in a fun environment. Kids build their own wooden projects from scratch, gaining experience in physical engineering, problem solving, fine motor skills, and patience.

The lessons, projects, and tools evolve with each student’s individual pace. We build from a variety of project examples such as boats, trucks, bird feeders, doll furniture, spinning tops, airplanes, shelves, boxes, games and much more. Material Fee $25

It’s Stop-Motion Madness! In the mornings, you’ll create up to four new stop motion movies using a different medium each day! Animate cars, film with green screen, and new for 2024 you create a 2D Mario movie, and more!

Then in the afternoons, use stop motion tricks to create fires, explosions, and even floods, as your characters can battle it out or work together to save the day in this action packed stop motion class. Bring snacks, lunch and drink. Flix emailed within a month after camp ends. Material Fee: $70

Week 2 Mon–Thur

Week 3 M, T, Th, F

Week 4 Mon–Thur

r$260 N$290

June 10–June 13 (4×)

June 17–June 21* (4×)

12:30–3:00pm

r$260 N$290

June 24–June 27 (4×)

Week 5 Mon–Wed

12:30–3:00pm

r$260 N$290

July 1–July 3 (3×)

12:30–3:00pm

r$556 N$586

r$572 N$602

Join our dynamic small group summer camp to exercise your creativity and get active.

Each day campers will take on cool art projects and challenging, fun activities. Some days will be dedicated to clay projects and Kung Fu. Kung Fu will start with a brief meditation and move into warm up games and non-competitive mixed martial arts practice. The Kung Fu section will end with breaking a board with a punch or kick (optional). Other days will have organized active games and changing art themes (e.g. resin casting, fidget cubes, acrylic pour painting, etc.). There will also be free time each day, walk on stilts, balance on a slack line, read, make giant bubbles, play board games, play on the climbing structure or draw. Two special snacks will be provided each week. Material Fee $45 Week 2 Mon–Fri

June 10–June 14 (5×) 9:00am–4:00pm

Week 6 Mon–Fri

July 8–July 12 (5×)

9:00am–4:00pm

July 15–July 19 (5×)

9:00am–4:00pm

Week 7 Mon–Fri

Instructor: Catrina Marchetti Location: Piedmont Recreation Department, Attic Min: 5; Max: 13

Week 7 Mon–Fri

July 15–July 19 (5×)

9:00am–4:00pm

Instructor: IncrediFlix Inc. Location: Piedmont Recreation Department Min: 6; Max: 20

r$199 N$224

12:30–3:00pm

Instructor: Casey Nutt, Kids Carpentry Location: Piedmont Middle School, Woodshop Min: 5; Max: 9 *No camp on June 19

R Piedmont Resident N Non-resident f Fee included (see p. 10)

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Sewing Youth & Teen Beginning Sewing ages 7–12

r$190 N$215

Use all your fingers while learning to sew!

Start with making a soft cozy pillow and then create your own Teddy Bear, while learning basic hand sewing stitches such as the back stitch, running stitch, whip stitch and prick stitch. Students learn basic use of needles, threads and scissors. Class will make clothes for their bears while learning about sewing terms, patterns, types of fabrics and much more! A fun time to use your imagination and magical ideas!

Week 2 Mon–Fri

June 10–June 14 (5×)

3:00–5:00pm

July 8–July 12 (5×)

3:00–5:00pm

July 29–Aug 2 (5×)

3:00–5:00pm

Week 6 Mon–Fri

Week 9 Mon–Fri

n Beginner Fashion Sewing: Tote Bag & Shorts ages 9–17

r$495 N$525

In this beginner camp, students will learn to sew and create a tote bag and shorts. A small student to instructor ratio allows students plenty of personalized guidance and access to their own machine and tool set. Students will learn to safely operate a sewing machine and iron, read a sewing pattern and illustrate their designs. All materials are provided including high quality fabrics, threads, and personalized embroidery. Classes emphasize creativity and skill building in a supportive and patient learning environment. Instructor Ms. Julia studied at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York. No experience needed, intermediate students are welcome. Material Fee: $95 Week 1 (Ages 13–17)

Instructor: Jane Backus Location: Community Hall, Lower Level Min: 3; Max: 6

Mon–Fri

n Beginner Fashion Sewing: T-Shirt & Stretch Pants

Instructor: Julia Husch Location: Piedmont Recreation Department Min: 4; Max: 8

ages 9–14

r$495 N$525

In this beginner camp students will learn to sew with stretchy knit fabrics and make a T-Shirt and Stretch Pants like flares, leggings, or lounge pants. (No experience needed, intermediate welcome.) Students will learn to safely operate a sewing machine and iron, read a sewing pattern, and illustrate their designs. All materials are provided including high quality fabrics, threads, and personalized embroidery. Classes emphasize design creativity and garment construction skill building in a supportive and patient learning environment. Instructor Ms. Julia studied at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York.

Material Fee: $95 Week 1 Mon–Fri

June 3–June 7 (5×)

9:00am–12:00pm

Instructor: Julia Husch Location: Piedmont Recreation Department Min: 4; Max: 8 Photo: Julie Reichle

June 3–June 7 (5×)

1:00–4:00pm

Week 2 (Ages 9–14) Mon–Fri

Julia Husch teaches Fashion Sewing classes across the Bay Area. She studied Fashion Design at The Fashion Institute of Technology in New York and has a decade of experience teaching youth sewing classes. Her curriculum includes thorough basics and intermediate to advanced classes where students are encouraged to express their creativity and learn industry standard garment construction techniques in a positive and patient learning environment. Julia is also a theatrical costume designer in the community.

June 10–June 14 (5×) 9:00am–12:00pm

n Intermediate Fashion Sewing: Summer Outfit ages 9–14

r$495 N$525

In this intermediate camp students will build their fashion sewing skills while creating a summer outfit. (Prior sewing class/camp with Ms. Julia required for registration). Students will design their custom summer outfit from sewing patterns including: a dress or romper, bucket hat, and more. All materials are provided including high quality fabrics, threads, notions and personalized embroidery. Classes emphasize design creativity and garment construction skill building in a supportive and patient learning environment. Instructor Ms. Julia studied at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York. Material Fee: $95 Week 2 Mon–Fri

June 10–June 14 (5×)

1:00–4:00pm

Instructor: Julia Husch Location: Piedmont Recreation Department Min: 4; Max: 8

R Piedmont Resident N Non-resident f Fee included (see p. 10)

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Music & Dance Youth–Adult n Electric Guitar

Nanci’s Musiktime in the Park

Scottish Highland Dance: Beginner

Are you ready to rock? Electric Guitar is for first-timers and intermediate guitarists who are interested in taking their playing to the next level on an electric guitar. Students will learn and review fundamental electric guitar techniques, work on soloing, chord playing, and music reading. Students will also have the opportunity to learn the ins and outs of different types of electric guitars, pedals, effects and amplifiers. All campers will receive an electric guitar and amp to use during class and a method book that’s theirs to keep.

ages 0–5

ages 8–Adult

Ages 7–12

r$300 N$330

Week 4 Mon–Fri

June 24–June 28 (5×)

1:00–4:00pm

July 29–Aug 2 (5×)

1:00–4:00pm

Week 9 Mon–Fri

Instructor: I.R. Guitar Lessons Location: Piedmont Middle School (Week 4); Wildwood Schoolmates Facility (Week 9) Min: 6; Max: 10

Start a Band, Write Songs, Play Shows, Make Records, Go on Tour with 3 O’Clock Rock! ages 7–15

r$310 N$340

Start a Band, Write Songs, Play Shows, Make Records, Go on Tour with 3 O’Clock Rock! Learn to write your own songs, the basics on instruments like guitar, bass, keyboards, drums and vocals; perform and create album artwork for a release on 3 O’Clock Rock Records! Visit 3oclockrockrecords.bandcamp.com to listen to our new releases. Material Fee $15

r$80 N$92

This summer we will be exploring the beach and all the interesting creatures found in the ocean. Class participants will learn many catchy new songs, finger-plays, bounces, lullabies, movement activities, and more. I’ll have my puppets on hand, as well as simple instruments. (drums, shakers, sticks, scarves, resonator bars, and my big parachute!) Spotify link with songs will be given out prior to first class.

Thurs Thurs Thurs

June 6–June 27 (4×) June 6–June 27 (4×) June 6–June 27 (4×)

9:45–10:15am 10:30–11:00am 11:15–11:45am

Instructor: Nanci’s Musiktime Location: Piedmont Park, Playground Min: 4; Max: 12

Bagpipe Band ages 16–adult

June 3–Aug 5 (10×)

Instructor: Ellison Dunlap Location: Community Hall Min: 2; Max: 30

Summer Session Mon Mon

June 3–July 1 (5×) July 8–Aug 5 (5×)

6:00–7:00pm 6:00–7:00pm

Instructor: Ann McGrael Galvez Location: Veterans Memorial Building Min: 2; Max: 8

Scottish Highland Dance: Intermediate/Advanced

r$54 N$64

Grab your pipes (or drums) and join the Piedmont Highlanders Pipe Band! We are an award-winning traditional Scottish bagpipe band, welcoming all levels. We emphasize individual improvement and ensemble playing.

Don’t let our fun attitude fool you—we work a lot on getting a quality sound. Pipers need own pipes/practice chanter; drums provided for drummers if available. If you have questions email lionscourt@hotmail.com.

Mon

r$63 N$75

Learn the traditional Highland dances of Scotland such as the Fling, Sword Dance and Reel all while increasing strength, stamina and flexibility. This is a non-competitive class that emphasizes fun, fitness and friendships! No previous dance experience required. Wear shorts or tights leggings and flat-soled dance slippers. Bring mat and water.

7:00–9:00pm

ages 10–adult

r$125 N$145

Dancers will continue to add to their repertoire of Highland, National and other Scottish dances. Dancers will continue to build strength and stamina and improve their technique. Opportunities for performance and choreography may be offered. Instructor approval required. Wear shorts or tights leggings and flat-soled dance slippers. Bring mat and water.

Summer Session Mon Mon

June 3–July 1 (5×) July 8–Aug 5 (5×)

7:00–9:00pm 7:00–9:00pm

Instructor: Ann McGrael Galvez Location: Veterans Memorial Building Min: 2; Max: 10

Week 3 Mon–Fri

June 17–June 21 (5×)

1:00–4:00pm

Instructor: 3 O’Clock Rock Location: Wildwood Schoolmates Facility Min: 10; Max: 16

R Piedmont Resident N Non-resident f Fee included (see p. 10)

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STEM

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STEM Youth STEM + Pokémon with LEGO® Materials ages 5–9

r$443 N$473

Prepare for a full-day LEGO® camp packed with hands-on and minds-on STEM fun! First, build projects inspired by cool machines while applying real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture. Then join Ash and Pikachu to explore the vast world of Pokémon as we build and catch our favorite Pokémon, rescue Pikachu from Team Rocket, and take a ride on the S.S. Anne to uncover rare and mystic Pokémon. Come along on our journey to catch ‘em all!

Week 8 Mon–Fri

July 22–July 26 (5×)

9:00am–4:00pm

Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Location: Veterans Memorial Building Min: 10; Max: 16

Animal Adventures with LEGO® Materials ages 5–7

r$222 N$252

Let your imagination run wild with tens of thousands of LEGO® parts as we design and build leaping dolphins, buzzing beehives, and towering giraffes. Play, create and learn in a world inspired by the animal kingdom. Design and build as never before and explore your craziest ideas.

Week 4 Mon–Fri

June 24–June 28 (5×)

Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Location: Veterans Memorial Building Min: 10; Max: 16

1:00–4:00pm

Transportation Engineering using LEGO® Materials

n Wizarding World of Engineering using LEGO® Materials

ages 5–7

Ages 7–12

r$222 N$252

r$222 N$252

Break the sound barrier on a supersonic jet, deliver cargo by train, and explore a swamp in your airboat. Build and create different modes of transportation out of more than 20,000 pieces of LEGO®, all while learning about the engineering concepts that make vehicles and vessels work.

Master the magic of Harry Potter using LEGO®!

Visit Diagon Alley, play a game of Quidditch, and duel the evil Lord Voldemort. Hone your magical skills while learning about advanced Muggle (STEM) concepts.

Week 10

Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Location: Veterans Memorial Building Min: 10; Max: 16

Mon–Fri

Aug 5–Aug 9 (5×)

9:00am–12:00pm

Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Location: Veterans Memorial Building Min: 10; Max: 16

Bash’em Bots using LEGO® Materials ages 7–12

r$222 N$252

Design your custom LEGO® bot to take on any challenge. Mix and match chassis designs using wheels, treads, or walking legs. Combine these with tools like drills, hammers and battering rams as you refine your masterpiece by sparring with friends and overcoming obstacles.

Apply real-world engineering and physics concepts to help you bash and crash your way to victory!

Week 4 Mon–Fri

June 24–June 28 (5×) 9:00am–12:00pm

Week 10 Mon–Fri

Aug 5–Aug 9 (5×)

1:00–4:00pm

n Pirate Land! ages 6–10

r$350 N$380

Enter the land of Pirates! Build the treasure chest, sail the pirate cove, dig for gold and walk the plank! Use our custom hub (ViNee) and our curated kit of LEGO® bricks to build different robots that teach fundamental STEM concepts. Play and learn, increase creativity and stretch the limits of your imagination!

Take home the kit at the end of camp.

Material Fee $50 Week 1 Mon–Fri

June 3–June 7 (5×)

1:00–4:00pm

Instructor: Tiny Techs Club Location: Havens Schoolmates Facility Min: 10; Max: 18

Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Location: Veterans Memorial Building Min: 10; Max: 16

R Piedmont Resident N Non-resident f Fee included (see p. 10)

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n HTML Heroes: Design Your Website

STEM Youth & Teen

ages 10–14

n LEGO® Creators Camp ages 6–10

This camp is for LEGO® Creators! We will be using a LEGO® Creator 3in1 box together with our own motorized hub and creating several different models that will actually move!

Each team of two will get a Creator set to use along with a computer that has step-by-step instructions to build each model. Learn engineering, building and have fun! Each participant will get a LEGO Creator set to take home!

Campers will also have the option to purchase our motorized hub. Material Fee $25 r$265 N$295

Week 3 M, T, Th, F

June 17–June 21 (4×)*

r$345 N$375

Week 10 Mon–Fri

1:00–4:00pm

Aug 5–Aug 9 (5×)

1:00–4:00pm

Instructor: Tiny Techs Club Location: Havens School (Week 3); Zion Lutheran Church, Classroom 1 (Week 10) Min: 10; Max: 18 *No camp on June 19

n AI Adventures ages 6–12

r$240 N$270

This course introduces children to Artificial Intelligence, fostering creativity and curiosity. They engage with cutting-edge technologies like ChatGPT, Stable Diffusion, DALL-E and Novel.ai. Through hands-on projects, they create chatbots, animations, stories and films, developing critical thinking and collaboration skills. Activities include crafting short stories with Novel.ai, producing art with DALL-E, and designing AI-controlled chatbots. Expert instructors guide them, unveiling the limitless possibilities of AI. This course empowers children to understand AI’s functionality, problem-solving potential, and its role in unleashing their imaginative expression. Laptop, chromebook, or iPad required. Rentals can be provided for a $40 fee.

Week 3 M, T, Th, F

June 17–June 21 (4×)*

Instructor: Athena Coding Location: Havens School Min: 10; Max: 30

1:00–4:00pm

STEM Challenge + Minecraft with LEGO® Materials ages 5–9

Week 6 Mon–Fri

July 8–July 12 (5×)

9:00am–4:00pm

Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Location: Veterans Memorial Building Min: 10; Max: 16

Power up with Python Programming ages 10–13

r$595 N$625

Python is like math—a universal tool that shapes our world. Programming isn’t just for techies. It’s for anyone with a challenge to solve or an idea to explore. Our course demystifies Python—one of the most popular languages in the world—and makes it accessible and exciting. Through creative projects and puzzles, students will learn key concepts like variables, loops, functions, and conditionals, all while seeing their code come alive in exciting ways. With a combination of hands-on coding and engaging unplugged activities, we ensure a solid foundation in programming, foster problem-solving skills, and inspire confidence to navigate the digital world. By the end of the course, students won’t just understand Python—they’ll be equipped with the mindset to tackle any challenge and bring their ideas to life.

Week 2 Mon–Fri

*No camp June 19

r$443 N$473

Prepare for a full-day LEGO® camp packed with hands-on and minds-on STEM fun! First, build projects inspired by cool machines while applying real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture. Then, venture into the world of Minecraft in our unique LEGO® experience. Get ready to build your base, craft your tools, use your Minecart to harvest raw resources, and battle to stop the Ender Dragon from ending the world.

June 10–June 14 (5×) 9:00am–3:00pm

Instructor: Code For Fun Location: Piedmont Middle School Min: 6; Max: 24

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r$595 N$625

Do your children often marvel at beautifully designed websites and wonder how they’re made? This course transforms that curiosity into creative power. Students will delve into the world of web development, starting from the foundational building blocks of the web (HTML and CSS) to designing and creating their very own multi-page website. Every lesson is packed with hands-on web development projects and ample time for experimentation and free coding. Learners will not just absorb the principles of web structure, formatting, multimedia integration, and styling, but they will eventually grasp how to create interactive elements using JavaScript, a key tool in modern web development.

By the end of the course, learners won’t just navigate the web, they’ll be capable of creating their own unique corner in it, armed with coding skills and an enhanced sense of creativity, logic and problem-solving abilities.

Week 6 Mon–Fri

July 8–July 12 (5×)

9:00am–3:00pm

Instructor: Code For Fun Location: 801 Magnolia Avenue Min: 6; Max: 24

Junior Alchemists: Chemistry for Kids! ages 6–12

r$320 N$350

Want to master the secrets of the universe?

Create a volcanic eruption to rival Pompeii?

Pass secret messages to your friends in invisible ink? Learn how to do these and much more! Junior Alchemists is designed to not only pique an interest in scientific inquiry, but to introduce students to a deeper understanding of its development and application. We allow them to see the basic principles of science in the world around them. The course is focused on a number of experiments; they are lots of fun, visually appealing, and can safely be reproduced at home for friends and family.

Week 1 Mon–Fri

June 3–June 7 (5×)

9:00am–12:00pm

Instructor: Athena Coding Location: Zion Lutheran Church, Classroom 3 Min: 10; Max: 30

n Artificial Intelligence with Scratch

STEM Youth & Teen

ages 9–12

n Game Design with MakeCode

n Programming with Minecraft

ages 8–12

ages 9–12

r$365 N$395

Unleash your creativity with this new course!

Powered by Microsoft’s cutting-edge platform, this course goes beyond traditional programming classes. Students will not only learn foundational coding concepts but will also design their very own virtual arcade games.

But that’s not all! They’ll experience the thrill of bringing these games to life on physical gaming devices.

What sets this course apart is its emphasis on user experience. Students will learn to create intuitive, engaging games, honing their skills as thoughtful programmers who understand the importance of user interaction. This immersive experience is designed to foster both technical prowess and creative thinking, all within a fun and collaborative setting.

Week 5 Mon–Wed

July 1–July 3 (3×)*

9:00am–3:00pm

Instructor: Code For Fun Location: Piedmont Recreation Department Min: 6; Max: 24

Game Design & Animation with Scratch & Python ages 6–12

r$300 N$330

Our unique project-based class is designed to allow young students to develop their creative storytelling or game designing abilities, and then gives them the opportunity to bring them to life through Scratch and Python.

Students create App Store caliber games like Flappy Bird and learn professional programming practices, like how to use Binary operators, Conditional statements, Sequencing, Functions, Variables, Commenting practices, and Loops. Computer, iPad, or Chromebook required. Computer rentals can be provided for a $40 fee.

Week 7 Mon–Fri

July 15–July 19 (5×)

Instructor: Athena Coding Location: 801 Magnolia Avenue Min: 10; Max: 25

1:00–4:00pm

r$595 N$625

This course utilizes the engaging world of Minecraft to introduce Python coding fundamentals. As students traverse through the virtual landscapes they know and love, they will learn key coding concepts like variables, data types, loops, conditionals, and functions. They will create interactive experiences, from laying a yellow brick road to building entire towns, and even hosting a virtual treasure hunt, all powered by Python. This isn’t just a coding class—it’s a vibrant fusion of fun and learning, where coding becomes a tool for exciting in-game innovations. By course end, your child won’t just be playing Minecraft—they’ll be enhancing it with their own code, nurturing their creativity, logic and problem-solving skills. This course gives your child the tools to continue transforming their virtual adventures with the power of coding.

Week 4 Mon–Fri

June 24–June 28 (5×) 9:00am–3:00pm

Instructor: Code For Fun Location: Piedmont Recreation Department Min: 6; Max: 24

STEM Explorations with LEGO® Materials ages 7–12

r$222 N$252

Master your engineering skills with Play-Well TEKnologies and tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Apply real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture through engineer-designed projects. Projects are rotated seasonally to ensure that even returning students get a new experience, so join us to design and build as never before and explore your craziest ideas.

Week 2 Mon–Fri

June 10–June 14 (5×)

1:00–4:00pm

r$623 N$653

Machine learning is rapidly reshaping our world, and it’s more critical than ever for children to understand this transformative technology. Our mission is to introduce machine learning to young minds in a fun and approachable way, breaking down complex concepts into digestible lessons. Students will train their own machine learning models to recognize patterns in text, numbers, images, or sounds. They’ll use those models to build their own face filters, smart devices, and chatbots.

They’re able to do all this in a block-based programming environment that many are familiar with.

Week 1 Mon–Fri

June 3–June 7 (5×)

9:00am–3:00pm

Instructor: Code For Fun Location: Zion Lutheran Church, Classroom 2 Min: 6; Max: 24

n Roblox Game Design ages 10–15

r$595 N$625

This interactive course leverages the excitement of Roblox, transforming gameplay into a hands-on coding experience. Students will master essential programming concepts such as loops, rendering and inventory systems by integrating them directly into the Roblox environment. Each challenge unlocks new coding skills and deepens their understanding, fostering logic, problem-solving, and creativity. This is not your typical coding class. We use Roblox to bring coding to life, evolving the way students interact with their favorite games. By the end, students aren’t just playing Roblox— they’re using code to shape and enhance it.

We equip learners with the skills they need to continue experimenting, creating and growing in the digital world.

Week 8 Mon–Fri

July 22–July 26 (5×)

9:00am–3:00pm

Instructor: Code For Fun Location: Piedmont Recreation Department Min: 6; Max: 24

Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Location: Havens School Min: 10; Max: 16

R Piedmont Resident N Non-resident f Fee included (see p. 10)

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In the Kitchen

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n Edible Adventure and Global Goodies

In the Kitchen Youth & Teen

ages 6–10

r$470 N$500

n Edible Art and Colors of the Rainbow

Expedition Kitchen

ages 6–10

Chefs will learn to explore with all of their senses in the kitchen. This skills-based culinary camp will teach techniques that will bring out the best in food and flavor. We’ll take a deep dive into delightful sauces and explore sweet and savory spice blends. In addition to a week of delicious culinary adventures, campers will come home with the skills and confidence to prepare balanced plant-based meals for their families and communities. Material Fee $50

Did you know food could transport you to far away places? Embark on a flavor filled journey to new parts of the world, broaden your palate, and discover new dishes from around the globe! We will explore all the ways in which our ingredients are universally used and enjoyed, delving into diverse traditions, herbs, spices, and ingredients. Build skills, discover global culinary secrets, and leave with the expertise to craft your own cultural meals and snacks. Get ready to savor the world on a plate, and let your taste buds be the ultimate adventurers! Material Fee $50

Week 2

Week 3

r$470 N$500

Prepare for kaleidoscopic flavors and fun as we embark on a vibrant culinary adventure.

We will cook, bake and create our way through a sensory spectrum of seasonal ingredients.

Kids learn the skills needed to become intuitive chefs as they whip up vibrant, nutritious delights based on our color of the day. This camp fosters creativity and a love for cooking so that campers come home with the confidence to create the most delicious masterpieces. Material Fee $50 June 10–June 14 (5×) 9:00am–12:00pm July 8–July 12 (5×)

1:00–4:00pm

Week 9 Mon–Fri

July 29–Aug 2 (5×)

9:00am–12:00pm

Instructor: Culinary Artistas Location: Veterans Memorial Building, Kitchen Min: 8; Max: 12

n Edible Science and Baking Bliss ages 6–10

r$470 N$500

In this blissful week of camp, we will encourage playing with your food and using it as a medium for STEM learning! From baking basics to culinary chemistry, kids embark on a flavorful journey, blending science and the art of baking. Unleash creativity, whip up sweet surprises, and indulge in the joy of learning through delectable experiments. Kids will learn the science of dough making, craft nourishing baked goods, and create foody-science experiments all on their own. Savor the summer in every delicious bite! Material Fee $50 Week 4 Mon–Fri

June 24–June 28 (5×) 9:00am–12:00pm

Week 8 Mon–Fri

June 10–June 14 (5×)

1:00–4:00pm

Mon–Fri

July 22–July 26 (5×)

1:00–4:00pm

Instructor: Culinary Artistas Location: Veterans Memorial Building, Kitchen Min: 8; Max: 12

Mon–Fri

Mon–Fri

June 17–June 21 (5×) 9:00am–12:00pm

Week 7 July 8–July 12 (5×)

9:00am–12:00pm

Mon–Fri

July 15–July 19 (5×)

1:00–4:00pm

Week 10

Week 9

Week 6 Mon–Fri

Mon–Fri

r$470 N$500

Week 6

Week 2 Mon–Fri

ages 10–16

July 29–Aug 2 (5×)

1:00–4:00pm

Mon–Fri

Aug 5–Aug 9 (5×)

9:00am–12:00pm

Instructor: Path to Panacea Location: Veterans Memorial Building, Kitchen Min: 8; Max: 15

Instructor: Culinary Artistas Location: Veterans Memorial Building, Kitchen Min: 8; Max: 12

Taste Travelers

Culinary Creatives

ages 10–16

r$470 N$500

Get ready to explore a world of flavor and culinary delights. Prepare your taste buds for liftoff (no passport required) as we explore food through a prism of culture, time, and place.

In this camp, we will examine food traditions from around the world as we build skills and discover new herbs, spices, and ingredients along the way. Cooking cultural food builds unity, understanding, and an appreciation of differences.​Leave with the confidence to create your own cultural meals and snacks.

Material Fee $50 Week 3 Mon–Fri

June 17–June 21 (5×)

1:00–4:00pm

July 15–July 19 (5×)

9:00am–12:00pm

Week 7 Mon–Fri

Week 10 Mon–Fri

Aug 5–Aug 9 (5×)

1:00–4:00pm

Instructor: Path to Panacea Location: Veterans Memorial Building, Kitchen Min: 8; Max: 15

R Piedmont Resident N Non-resident f Fee included (see p. 10)

ages 10–16

r$470 N$500

Dive into a vibrant culinary adventure in this creative cooking camp. Going beyond your typical cooking class, this is a week-long immersion into the culinary cosmos. Learn to cook, bake, think, and taste like a professional chef. Campers will uncover the ways in which flavors are created and learn the art of balance. Learn to make classic culinary delights and come home with the skills to create your own signature restaurant-style dishes. The grand finale? A friendly chopped style cooking competition to show off learned skills and create something truly unique! Join us for a week of epicurean exploration and culinary camaraderie. Material Fee $50 Week 4 Mon–Fri

June 24–June 28 (5×)

1:00–4:00pm

Week 8 Mon–Fri

July 22–July 26 (5×) 9:00am–12:00pm

Instructor: Path to Panacea Location: Veterans Memorial Building, Kitchen Min: 8; Max: 15

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Adaptive Programming

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Sidekicks: Adaptive Programs

Because Every Super Hero Needs a Sidekick!

Camper Resistration The Piedmont Recreation Department (PRD) is committed to meet the needs of the community by creating safe, fun and enriching inclusive programs for schoolaged kids with neurodiverse needs.

PRD offers two types of summer camp experiences.

Summer Sidekicks (1-on-1 Matching) Summer Sidekicks integrates children into our mainstream camps. Teen Sidekicks will be paired with campers to help them build relationships and strengthen their recreational skills while having a fun camp experience. To apply for the Summer Sidekicks (1-on-1 Matching), follow these steps. This program only available for returning participants. The application deadline to be paired with a Teen Sidekick is Sunday, March 17th.

At this time, Sidekicks is are unable to accommodate campers with toileting issues, medical issues requiring protocols or those who are apt to elope.

Adaptive Camps PRD offers six additional adaptive camps throughout the summer. With the assistance of Teen Sidekicks, Adaptive camps are designed to get kids moving, socializing and having fun with their peers!

NEW! Siblings and friends of your camper are welcome to participate in all Adaptive camps (registration required). See page 40 for camps.

If you have questions, please email us at Sidekicks@piedmont.ca.gov

1. Campers choose any PRD camp during the following Summer Sidekicks weeks.

Week 3: June 17–21 Week 4: June 24–28 Week 6: July 8–12 2. Once registered for a camp, families must then register for the Teen Sidekick Matching Program (shorturl.atksBTX).

Staff will do their best to match your camper with a Teen Sidekick however, matching is not guaranteed. Families will be notified of their matching status by the week of April 22nd. If PRD is unable to pair your camper with a Teen Sidekick, you will be notified and eligible for a full refund.

Volunteer Opportunity for Teens this Summer Teen Sidekicks are truly committed to helping children enjoy recreational activities and working closely with students with unique needs. Sidekicks are responsible, punctual and enjoy working with children.

Sidekicks staff fully supports each Teen Sidekick, providing support and assistance when needed. Teen Sidekicks attend a 2-hour orientation/training to learn about neurodiverse children, their unique needs and the basic principles of behavior management.

If you are interested in playing an integral role in supporting the overall camp experience for a child with neurodiverse needs, please apply at www.piedmont. ca.gov/Sidekicks. Deadline to apply is March 17th. Applicants must be at least 14 years of age by June 5, 2024 or entering 9th grade. After completing a successful interview, teens must attend the orientation/ training on May 1st at 6pm and commit to volunteering at least one week of the Summer Sidekicks program.

Community service hours available upon request. Volunteers may be eligible to receive a letter of recommendation.

Experience working with elementry-aged children is a bonus but not required.

Email sidekicks@piedmont.ca.gov if you have questions.

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Adaptive Programs Youth & Teen

Adaptive Learning Soccer Ages 5–10

Animal Adventures with LEGO® Materials

Minecraft Engineering with LEGO® Materials

Ages 5–14

Ages 5–14

r$175 N$195

r$175 N$195

Let your imagination run wild with tens of thousands of LEGO® parts as we play, create, and learn in a world inspired by the animal kingdom. Design and build as never before and explore your craziest ideas.

Venture into the world of Minecraft in our unique LEGO® experience. Get ready to build your base, craft your tools, use your Minecart to harvest raw resources, and battle to stop the Ender Dragon from ending the world.

Week 9

Week 9

Mon–Fri

July 29–Aug 2 (5×)

10:00am–12:00pm

Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Location: Veterans Memorial Building (Week 7) Min: 10; Max: 16

Mon–Fri

1:00–3:00pm

Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Location: Piedmont Recreation Department Min: 10; Max: 16

n The Rainbow Club ages 5–12

r$315 N$345

We will read books, create arts & crafts and move our bodies to celebrate all the colors of the rainbow. Campers will create their very own beach bag and rainbow inspired tie-dye shirt. Material Fee: $40 Week 5 Mon–Wed

July 1–July 3 (3×)

12:30–3:00pm

Instructor: Kerstie Mulligan & Patricia Castro Location: Havens School Min: 8; Max: 15

n Basketball Camp Ages 5–15

r$414 N$444f

Coach Andrew brings years of experience as an Adaptive Basketball Coach with the Northwest Special Olympics. Camp will run at a modified pace, include larger movement drills to introduce skills and approachable games that encourage peer connection. This camp will be help build confidence in sports and new experiences. Teen Sidekicks will provide support, creating the small ratios that our unique kiddos thrive in. The daily flow will also help prepare kids for the start of the school year. Still on the fence? Try Coach Andrew’s Adaptive Basketball Play Day on April 28th to try it out.

Week 10 Mon–Fri

24-7 UK Soccer Academy is excited to provide our Adaptive Learning Soccer Summer Camp.

Our professional soccer coaches look forward to providing a fun, safe, engaging and adaptive learning environment with the support of Teen Sidekicks. The camp has a small capacity, providing a coach to participant ratio able to cater to the individual needs and attention of everyone in attendance. Parents and caregivers are encouraged but not required to attend.

Week 2 Mon–Fri

July 29–Aug 2 (5×)

Aug 5–Aug 9 (5×)

1:00–3:00pm

Instructor: Andrew Butcher Location: Hampton Park, Basketball Courts Min: 5; Max: 12

r$439 N$469f

June 10–June 14 (5×)

1:00–3:00pm

July 22–July 26 (5×)

9:00–11:00am

Week 8 Mon–Fri

Instructor: 24-7 UK Soccer Academy Location: Becker Playfield (Week 2); Beach Playfield (Week 8) Min: 6; Max: 10

n Adaptive Basketball Play Day Sunday, April 28, 2024 10:00 aM–11:30 PM | Ages 5–12 Hampton Park Basketball Courts $25 Res/$33 Non-Res f This one-day clinic will give neurodiverse kids the opportunity to try out basketball and have fun with peers.

A modified pace, inclusive approach and adapted curriculum are designed to build confidence and most of all an enjoyable experience. Coach Andrew has years of experience as an adaptive basketball coach for the Special Olympics.

His gentle and warm approach is well-received with our unique kids!

Siblings and friends neurotypical participants are welcome to register.

Register by April 21st: https://bit.ly/3R1yRM7 Photo: Julie Reichle

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Special Interest

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Special Interest Youth n Animal Island Camp

Moovin & Groovin with Pete the Cat

Halloween in July

Join us for an exciting island expedition where you and your pals will take a journey through the Animal Kingdom. Dive into the captivating world of diverse habitats, including oceans, rainforests, farms, and the realms of birds and reptiles. Along the way, you’ll have the chance to explore various sensory bins and unleash your creativity through arts and crafts. Prepare for an incredibly thrilling adventure at Challenge Island’s® Animal Island™!

ages 3–6

Does your child love Halloween as much as we do? If so, this is the camp for them! We will cook witches brew, make spooky arts and crafts and end the week with a Halloween parade! Material Fee: $40

ages 3–5

r$350 N$380

Week 8 Mon–Fri

July 22–July 26 (5×) 9:00am–12:00pm

Instructor: Challenge Island Bay Area Location: Community Hall, Lower Level Min: 10; Max: 13

We will read books, create arts and crafts and move our bodies to celebrate all the colors of the rainbow. Campers will create their very own beach bag and rainbow inspired tie-dye shirt. Material Fee: $40 You can pair The Rainbow Club morning session with the Aftercare option to make it a full day. Material Fee (Aftercare snack): $5. r$380 N$410

June 24–June 28 (5×) 9:00am–1:00pm

Aftercare Mon–Fri

r$205 N$230

June 24–June 28 (5×)

Week 7 Mon–Fri Mon–Fri

ages 3–6

Mon–Fri

You can pair Pete the Cat morning session with the Aftercare option to make it a full day.

Material Fee (Aftercare snack): $5.

1:00–3:00pm

Instructor: Kerstie Mulligan & Patricia Castro Location: Havens School Min: 12; Max: 30

Mon–Fri

July 8–July 12 (5×)

9:00am–1:00pm

r$210 N$235

r$205 N$230

Instructor: Kerstie Mulligan & Patricia Castro Location: Havens School, Room 110 Min: 12; Max: 30

9:00am–1:00pm 1:00–3:00pm

Instructor: Kerstie Mulligan & Patricia Castro Location: Havens School, Room 110 Min: 12; Max: 30

n Chicka Chicka ABC & 123

r$280 N$310

Week 5 July 1–July 3 (3×)

Mon–Fri

July 8–July 12 (5×)

9:00am–12:00pm

Instructor: Kerstie Mulligan & Patricia Castro Location: Wildwood School Min: 12; Max: 30

1:00–3:00pm

Fantastic Fairies & Wondrous Wizards ages 4–7

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom will there be enough room . . . for your camper? Join us for another round arts and crafts all celebrating the ABC’s and 123’s! Your camper will never believe how fun learning can be.

Material Fee: $30 Mon–Wed

r$380 N$410

Week 6 Aftercare

July 15–July 19 (5×)

ages 3–6

You can pair Halloween in July morning session with the Aftercare option to make it a full day.

Material Fee (Aftercare snack): $10.

r$380 N$410

July 15–July 19 (5×)

Aftercare

n The Rainbow Club

Week 4

We are gunna have a cat party! Join us for fun stories, arts and crafts, music and movement featuring our favorite feline friend. Campers will spend the week building a perfect little home for their very own Pete the cat to take home! Material Fee: $40

ages 3–7

r$695 N$725

Do you love fairies and wizards? If so, you’ll love this camp! Each day we’ll make something wonderful to take home: a fairy garden, a wizard’s castle, a fairy home, wands and much more. We’ll share lots of magical stories to learn all about what fairies and wizards do!

Material Fee: $75 Week 8 Mon–Fri

July 22–July 26 (5×)

9:00am–3:00pm

Instructor: Giena Vogel Location: Havens School, Room 109 Min: 10; Max: 30

n African Safari ages 4–7

r$695 N$725

Let’s explore Africa and discover the wild animals that live there! We’ll learn about elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras and many more.

We’ll make projects to go with each animal.

Material Fee: $75 Week 10 Mon–Fri

Aug 5–Aug 9 (5×)

9:00am–3:00pm

Instructor: Giena Vogel Location: Piedmont Recreation Department, Attic Min: 10; Max: 30

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Special Interest Youth Maker Camp: Games & Toys ages 4–7

r$695 N$725

Do you love games and toys? Then you will love this camp! We will make super spinners, kaleidoscopes, marble mazes, a ring toss game, bubble wands and much more! Material Fee: $75 Week 9 Mon–Fri

July 29–Aug 2 (5×)

9:00am–3:00pm

Instructor: Giena Vogel Location: Havens School, Room 109 Min: 10; Max: 30

Keep Calm and Yoga On ages 4–10

r$365 N$395

Utilizing our bodies and minds to learn strategies for self regulation and relaxation. Each day will feature a calming breathing technique, featured sensory items and a fun yoga session. We will create visuals, crafts, books and each child will leave with a personalized calming box to help them get through those difficult moments in life. Material Fee: $40 Week 2 Mon–Fri

June 10–June 14 (5×)

1:00–4:00pm

Hip-Hop/Yoga/Tumbling/ Drama Games

n The Reading Rainbows

ages 5–9

Does your child share a love for creativity and literacy? Do you want them to expand their passion for learning? Then this is the camp for you! Your camp counselors, Ms. Erin (Kinder) and Ms. Natalie (1st), have made a name for themselves as educators at Crocker Highlands Elementary. Their love for learning, specifically literacy, shines bright! Known for their exuberant energies and captivating classroom activities, they find ways to keep learning engaging and flat-out fun!

r$428 N$458

This camp is a sure hit with children interested in Hip-Hop dancing, Yoga, Tumbling, Crafts and Drama games! Our mornings will begin with Hula Hooping, connection games and a yoga class. After a snack, we’ll learn a hip-hop combination, practice tumbling skills (cartwheels, head and hand stands, back bends) and have a “dance party”. We strive to inspire children to feel confident in their bodies as they dance with friends. For lunch we’ll go outside to play, craft and socialize and after lunch we’ll return to our camp space to play drama games. On Friday, all family and friends are invited to come watch a performance of what the children learned throughout the week.

Material Fee: $8 Week 6 Mon–Fri

July 8–July 12 (5×)

9:00am–1:00pm

July 15–July 19 (5×)

9:00am–1:00pm

Week 7 Mon–Fri

Instructor: Happy Kids Classes Location: Piedmont Middle School MPR Min: 5; Max: 24

Instructor: Kerstie Mulligan & Patricia Castro Location: Havens School, Room 110 Min: 8; Max: 30

Aloha Adventures

Space Explorers

Say ALOHA to summer! We will explore Hawaiian culture through art, music, language, lei-making and hula! Material Fee: $40

ages 5–9

r$540 N$570

Become an astronomer and blast off into space-themed crafts and stories along with plenty of outside time. Your camper will create a space helmet, jet pack, constellation art, and much more! Material Fee: $40

ages 5–10

Week 2 Mon–Fri

June 10–June 14 (5×) 9:00am–3:00pm

Instructor: Diana Thomas Location: Havens School Min: 10; Max: 24

Week 3 M, T, Th, F

r$640 N$670

Ages 6–8

r$450 N$480

Each day of camp will showcase an “Author of the Day”, including Eric Carle, Jan Brett, and Ezra Jack Keats. After reading each book, the campers will discuss and take a deep dive into each one. Activities will be diverse and based on book themes using art, social skills, and fine/gross motor development to explore.

Some examples of thematic teaching are painting, drawing, acting, and puppetry. We will also incorporate guided dance, movement games, and yoga for brain breaks that blend cohesively with the author we are showcasing. After an exuberant day of fun, your child will take home their camp creations and share the magic of literacy with friends and family.

This camp will increase comprehension skills by engaging in higher-level thinking conversations with peers and counselors about the texts. This camp is for children 6-8 years old and familiar with letter names, sounds, and foundational literacy skills. Material Fee: $20 Week 1 Mon–Fri

June 3–June 7 (5×)

9:00am–3:00pm

Instructor: Ms. Natalie Roessel & Ms. Erin Crawford Location: Wildwood Schoolmates Facility Min: 15; Max: 20

June 17–June 21 (4×)* 9:00am–3:00pm

Instructor: Diana Thomas Location: Havens School Min: 10; Max: 24

*No camp on June 19

R Piedmont Resident N Non-resident f Fee included (see p. 10)

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Special Interest Youth Hip-Hop Dance & Art Camp Chess Challenge ages 6–9.5

r$390 N$420

Hanabi Judo: Pokemon Camp

grades 1–5

This fun camps incorporates dance, fitness, and art. During this high energy class students will begin with a warm up, build their stamina and agility in circuit drills, and conclude with a hip hop dance combination to some of their favorite tunes. Each day children will get the chance to participate in dance themed arts and crafts. Students will be able to take projects home as well! Material Fee: $5

Immerse yourself in the exciting world of chess! Chess is fun and can be learned quickly and easily. Studies have shown that chess improves test results in reading, science and math, and produces growth in critical cognitive skills. Beyond academia, chess influences social behavior including self-esteem, respect for others, patience and good manners. And did we mention, it’s fun!

Week 2

Week 3

Mon–Fri

June 10–June 14 (5×) 9:00am–1:00pm

Instructor: Beat Box Dance Academy Location: Piedmont Middle School, MPR Min: 5; Max: 12

Chess Wizards ages 6–12

r$435 N$465

Week 4 June 24–June 28 (5×) 9:00am–3:00pm

Instructor: Chess Wizards Location: Piedmont Middle School Min: 12; Max: 24

June 17–June 21 (4×)* 9:00am–12:00pm

r$350 N$380

Week 6 Mon–Fri

July 8–July 12 (5×)

9:00am–12:00pm

r$350 N$380

Week 8 Mon–Fri

Join us this summer for tons of challenging chess lessons, games, and cool prizes.

You’ll improve your chess skills, and work out your most powerful muscle—your brain! Our camps include fun team chess games, recess time, snacks, tournaments, and puzzles. Each camper receives a T-shirt, trophy, and puzzle folder. We include all the materials necessary, but full day campers should bring a lunch.

Unleash your brain power and spend part of your vacation with Chess Wizards.

Mon–Fri

M, T Th, F

r$280 N$310

July 22–July 26 (5×) 9:00am–12:00pm

Instructor: The Berkeley Chess School Location: Piedmont Middle School Min: 10; Max: 14 *No camp June 19

Cub Scout Day Camp grades 1–5

r$180 N$205

Campers will have a great time with crafts, games, science projects, outdoor cooking, songs, and much more at Dracena Park. Everyone entering grades 1–5 is welcome. At it’s heart, Scouting helps youth develop character, fitness, citizenship and leadership—and we have a lot of fun along the way!

Week 2 Mon–Fri

June 10–June 14 (5×)

1:00–5:30pm

Instructor: Piedmont Council (BSA) Location: Dracena Park, Lower Quarry Lawn Min: 8; Max: 40

ages 5–15 Pokemon camp introduces you to the world of Pokemon in a very active way. Students will receive Pokemon Cards, trade Pokemon cards, sing Pokemon songs, paint Pokemon t-shirts, and watch Pokemon movies. But that is not all. We’ll also learn Japan’s martial art, judo and go to the park every day for lunch.

Pokemon T-shirts are prepared for each child and they get to stamp the weekly theme onto their shirt, paint it and get signatures from their new camper friends. A great souvenir filled with great memories. Material Fee: $30 Week 3: Throh’s Judo: We will learn Judo!

We will learn to throw with “Ogoshi” the Big Hip Throw, and “Osoto-Gari” the Big Outside Reap. And we will learn to pin with “Kesa-gatame,” the Scarf Hold. Actually, we don’t really do judo with each other…students only throw instructors!

Week 4: Oshwatt Origami 1: We will create Pokemon origami—folding our own Pichus, Piplups, Meowths, and of course Oshwatt.

Week 5: Jirachi and Star Festival: Star Festival or Tanabata, is a Japanese summer festival. We write our wishes in both Japanese and English and use them to decorate our bamboo tree along with origami ornaments. We will learn stories and songs of Tanabata and all about Jirachi, the Tanabata Pokemon.

Week 8: Eevee’s Origami 2: We will create Pokemon origami! We will fold our own Pichus, Piplups, Meowths, and of course Eevees!

Week 3 M, T, Th, F

Week 4 Mon–Fri

Week 5 Mon–Wed

Week 8 Mon–Fri

r$449 N$479 June 17–June 21 (4×)* 9:00am–3:00pm

r$499 N$529

June 24–June 28 (5×) 9:00am–3:00pm

r$409 N$439

July 1–July 3 (3×)*

9:00am–3:00pm

r$499 N$529

July 22–July 26 (5×)

9:00am–3:00pm

Instructor: Hanabi Judo Location: Piedmont Middle School MPR Min: 3; Max: 30 *No camp on June 19

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n CineCraft Kids: Lights, Camera, Imagination

ages 6–10.5

n Spanish Safari: Sing, Rhyme, Play & Write!

Grades 1–5

Grades 1–5

This camp is a sure hit with children interested in Hip-Hop dancing, Yoga, Tumbling, Crafts and Drama games! Our mornings will begin with Hula Hooping, connection games and a yoga class. After a snack, we’ll learn a hip-hop combination, practice tumbling skills(cartwheels, head and hand stands, back bends) and have a “dance party”. We strive to inspire children to feel confident in their bodies as they dance with friends. For lunch we’ll go outside to play, craft and socialize and after lunch we’ll return to our camp space to play drama games. On Friday, all family and friends are invited to come watch a performance of what the children learned throughout the week.

Material Fee: $10

Join us for a thrilling 5-day movie-making adventure! Young filmmakers will start with crafting captivating stories. They’ll bring these tales to life through imaginative stage settings, using drawings, paintings, puzzles, and even Legos. Kids will become scriptwriters and screenwriters, honing their storytelling skills to perfection. They’ll explore video editing and practice voice recording to make their stories come alive. Our camp also encourages teamwork and group activities - experience a week of creativity, collaboration, and the joy of making movies together! By the end, they’ll have the chance to create their very own short film, from start to finish. Material Fee: $25

r$640 N$670

Week 9 Mon–Fri

July 29–Aug 2 (5×)

r$610 N$640

Week 10 Mon–Fri

9:00am–3:00pm

Aug 5–Aug 9 (5×)

9:00am–3:00pm

r$350 N$380

Week 10 Mon–Fri

Aug 5–Aug 9 (5×)

9:00am–12:00pm

Instructor: Talentnook Inc. Location: 801 Magnolia Avenue Min: 6; Max: 20

Instructor: Happy Kids Classes Location: 801 Magnolia Avenue (Week 9); Piedmont Recreation Department (Week 10) Min: 6; Max: 14

n Summerpreneur: Be the Boss!

n WordSMASH! Reading & Writing Fun

Get ready for a super exciting 5-day adventure with Summerpreneur! It’s all about turning your awesome ideas into your very own businesses. You’ll learn how to plan, market, and even talk about money in a super fun way.

And the best part? You’ll get to show off your amazing ideas to everyone at the end! Summerpreneur is like a cool summer camp where you become a young entrepreneur, and it’s going to be a blast!” Each 5-day Summerpreneur camp will offer unique experiences from various fields. Material Fee: $25

Grades 1–5

r$350 N$380

Join our wordplay adventure with themes like Solar System Day, as well as activities like Word Treasure Hunts. We explore puns, word searches, and more. Kids will create imaginative projects after reading funny stories and poems. WordSMASH! helps kids improve reading, explore creativity, and have a blast!

Material Fee: $25 Week 1 Mon–Fri

June 3–June 7 (5×)

9:00am–12:00pm

Instructor: Talentnook Inc. Location: Zion Lutheran Church, Classroom 1 Min: 6; Max: 20

Grades 1–5

r$320 N$350

r$320 N$350

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the Spanish language and culture. Topics covered include pronunciation, the alphabet, greetings, common verbs and nouns, colors, family members, animals, verb conjugation, numbers, food, professions, countries, body parts and everyday objects. The course culminates in student projects and a review of all material through games. Material Fee: $25 Week 6 Mon–Fri

July 8–July 12 (5×)

9:00am–12:00pm

Instructor: Talentnook Inc. Location: Piedmont Middle School Min: 6; Max: 20

n Mandarin Magic: Sing, Rhyme, Play & Write!

Grades 1–5

r$320 N$350

This Mandarin course offers a comprehensive introduction to the Chinese language and culture. Topics include pronunciation, basic vocabulary, greetings, common verbs and nouns, numbers, food, family, professions, body parts and cultural aspects. The course concludes with student projects and a review of all material through engaging activities.

Material Fee: $25 Week 7 Mon–Fri

July 15–July 19 (5×)

9:00am–12:00pm

Instructor: Talentnook Inc. Location: Piedmont Middle School Min: 6; Max: 20

Week 4 Mon–Fri

June 24–June 28 (5×) 9:00am–12:00pm

Instructor: Talentnook Inc. Location: Piedmont Middle School Min: 6; Max: 20

R Piedmont Resident N Non-resident f Fee included (see p. 10)

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Special Interest Youth n Slimetopia® 3: Slime Chefs on Deck™

n Hair Slayz

Ages 6–12

Hair Slayz 4 Kidz is a vibe. This course will be all about pouring love and care into yourself and will teach kids how to love their hair and learn how to uplift themselves with a lot of love and self care. We will practice how to do a lot of different hairstyles using a hair mannequin. If you love to change your hairstyle or do hair like braids, ponytails and buns this is the class for you. After some practice we will learn how to add arts and crafts to styling hair. With all the new skills your kids learn, on the last day of camp, we will have a fashion hair show to showcase their work. Material Fee: $55

r$600 N$630

Prepare to stir up the most delicious-looking slime recipes on the Seven Seas! You and your STEAM Team have been chosen to be slime sous chefs on the S.S. Slimetopia cruise ship and it’s up to you to ”feed” the slime hungry passengers morning, noon and night! You’ll mix up Belgian Waffle Slime, Fast Food Hamburger Slime, Ice Cream Sundae Slime and Spectacular Sushi Slime just to name a few.

Slimetopia 3 is sure to sell out in a squishy, squashy splash, so book your cruise cabin ooey, gooey fast! Note: Although the slimes in this camp may look and smell yummy, they are for playing not for tasting! Material Fee: $20 Week 9 Mon–Fri

July 29–Aug 2 (5×)

9:00am–4:00pm

Instructor: Challenge Island Bay Area Location: Piedmont Recreation Department, Attic Min: 10; Max: 30

n Steamwarts Camp Ages 6–12

r$580 N$610

Welcome to STEAMwarts Academy of Wizards, Spells and Potions! You’ll design your own wand and wizarding gear and be sorted into your perfect STEAM house. You’ll take on a full load of wizarding classes from Transfiguration to Flying Broomsticks to Magical Beasts. You’ll mix up spellbinding potions, cast enchanting spells and make your own flying dragon.

STEAMwarts spots are sure to disappear like magic, so reserve yours today!

Week 6 Mon–Fri

July 8–July 12 (5×)

9:00am–4:00pm

Instructor: Challenge Island Bay Area Location: Piedmont Recreation Department Min: 10; Max: 30

grades 3–5

r$380 N$410

Week 3 M, T, Th, F

June 17–June 21 (4×)*

1:00–4:00pm

Instructor: Krafting With Khris Location: Havens School Min: 5; Max: 24 *No camp on June 19

n Dungeons & Dragons Ages 7–12

r$300 N$330

Our exciting and imaginative program provides a fun and engaging way for students to develop their social, problem-solving, and teamwork skills while exploring the thrilling world of D&D. Dungeon Masters will guide students through a fantastical world filled with monsters, treasure, and challenges, while they work together to overcome obstacles and complete quests, fostering a sense of camaraderie and teamwork that will serve them well in all areas of life. Join us on an epic adventure that will leave you with memories to last a lifetime!

Week 4 Mon–Fri

June 24–June 28 (5×)

Instructor: Athena Coding Location:Havens School Min: 10; Max: 16

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1:00–4:00pm

Khristan Antoine’s journey working with children began in her early teens. At the age of 11 she dedicated her time to volunteering at various summer camps as a youth mentor across the Bay Area. During high school, Ms. Khris continued her passion by working as a youth mentor in an afterschool program, offering assistance with homework, fostering friendships, and organizing outdoor games.

Khristan finds joy in establishing positive connections with all the children and students she encounters. A true creative spirit, she is passionate about crafting and creating. She delights in introducing innovative projects to her students, making crafting sessions with her a unique and judgment-free experience.

Special Interest Youth & Teen Building Confidence in PMS Sixth Grade Public Speaking & Writing: Bootcamp incoming grade 6 Superheroes ages 7–12

r$599 N$629

Confidence is my superpower! The “Superheroes” theme-based activities, speech and debate topics make a fun learning environment for kids. Students do tongue-twister challenges, storytelling, poems, games, debates and presentations with props and dress up. Children learn to present with confidence, use emotion and connect with the audience fluently. Both shy and talkative students will benefit and learn from this class.

Week 3 M, T, Th, F

June 17–June 21 (4×)* 9:00am–4:00pm

Instructor: Gurus Education Location: Piedmont Middle School Min: 7; Max: 15 *No camp on June 19

Sandcastle Drama Program Ages 8–12

r$550 N$580

Work together to create an original short play, based on a popular Fairy Tale! Through drama games and activities kids develop their creative voice, self-confidence, and collaboration skills. Kids will get hands-on instruction in story-creation, character-development, acting, design, and production. The session culminates with an invited staged reading of the new play.

Want to get a jump on the 6th grade school year at Piedmont Middle School? Join PMS teachers, Ted Scherman and Tim Wisniewski.

We will help students acclimate to a new school, make new acquaintances and feel confident and ready for 6th grade. Camp includes indoor and outdoor activities. We will prepare your children for 6th grade by teaching organizational strategies, engaging in math and writing activities, and participating in team-building activities that promote friendship and cooperative learning. Students will make new friends, be familiar with the campus and procedures of PMS and feel (be) ready to begin their 6th-grade year. Lunch and snacks are provided daily. View our program in the Piedmont Post: https://bit.ly/3ToV4Hs. Week 9 Thur & Fri

Aug 1–Aug 2 (2×)

9:00am–2:00pm

Aug 5–Aug 6 (2×)

9:00am–2:00pm

Week 10 Mon & Tue

r$350

Week 10 Wednesday Aug 7 (1×)

r$350

Public Speaking & Debates: Writing & Creativity Skills—Around the World in 5 Days! ages 7–12

r$599 N$629

Being able to communicate effectively and confidently has immeasurable benefits in students’ professional and personal lives. This camp helps students structure their thoughts to express their opinions effectively as well as listen to the other side. We use fun projects and activities inspired by topics around the world, including creating stories from pictures, writing rhyming poems, Presidential debates, town hall meetings and templates, to ensure that your kids learn various writing and debating strategies. We make learning exciting and effective with this themed camp!

Week 8 Mon–Fri

July 22–July 26 (5×)

9:00am–3:00pm

Instructor: Gurus Education Location: 801 Magnolia Avenue Min: 7; Max: 15

r$175

9:00am–2:00pm

Instructor: Ted Scherman & Tim Wisniewski Location: Piedmont Middle School Min: 18; Max: 40

Week 2 Mon–Fri

June 10–June 14 (5×) 9:00am–3:00pm

Instructor: Sandcastle Theater Company Location: Veterans Memorial Building Min: 8; Max: 16

R Piedmont Resident N Non-resident f Fee included (see p. 10)

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Sports

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Sports Youth & Teen Super Soccer Stars FUNdamentals

Soccer Stars: Fun in the Sun Summer Camp

Skyhawks: Mini Hawk Camp

ages 2–7

Ages 3–5

Ages 4–6

r$261 N$291

Soccer Stars offers a unique, age-specific curriculum that teaches the fundamental of the sport in a fun, non-competitive, educational environment. Coaches provide individual attention and positive reinforcement in a fun and nurturing environment to build self-confidence and develop socialization skills. Parent participation is required for the 2–3-year-old class. Material Fee: $30 Ages 2–3 Saturday

June 22–Aug 3 (7×)

9:00–9:40am

Ages 3–4 Saturday

June 22–Aug 3 (7×)

9:50–10:35am

Ages 4–5 Saturday

June 22–Aug 3 (7×)

10:45–11:30am

Ages 5–7 Saturday

June 22–Aug 3 (7×)

11:40am–12:30pm

Instructor: Super Soccer Stars Location: Dracena Park, Lower Quarry Min: 4; Max: 12

Skyhawks: Volleyball Camp Ages 6–11 Learning the fundamentals of volleyball has never been so much fun! Through age-appropriate skills, game variations and scrimmages, players learn the fundamentals and strategy of the game through play! Designed for beginning to intermediate players, Coaches create a positive and interactive setting where kids can develop their skills and confidence. Your child will leave with new friends, new skills and a new love for volleyball. r$245 N$275 f

Week 5 Mon–Wed

July 1–July 3 (3×)

Week 10 Mon–Fri

9:00am–3:00pm

r$390 N$420 f

Aug 5–Aug 9 (5×)

9:00am–3:00pm

Instructor: Skyhawks Sports Location: Beach PLayfield (Week 5); Coaches Field (Week 10) Min: 8; Max: 20

r$275 N$305

Have fun in the sun with our soccer FUNdamentals camp! The first half of the camp is dedicated to working on skills and soccer concepts, followed by the second half filled with enjoyable games and scrimmages in a fun, educational, and non-competitive setting. Our well-trained coaches ensure a challenging and enjoyable experience for all soccer levels, using soccer as a tool to enhance children’s soccer skills, self-confidence, gross motor skills, and socialization abilities. If your child needs assistance using the potty, we require a parent or guardian to remain present during camp time to assist.

Week 3 Mon–Fri

June 17–June 21 (5×) 9:00am–12:00pm June 24–June 28 (5×) 9:00am–12:00pm

Mon–Fri

July 8–July 12 (5×)

9:00am–12:00pm

Mon–Fri

Aug 5–Aug 9 (5×)

9:00am–12:00pm

Instructor: Super Soccer Stars Location: Dracena Park, Lower Quarry Lawn Min: 4; Max: 10

r$400 N$430 f

2COACHU is back! This summer, we will host our annual week-long baseball camp with Piedmont Recreation. Join us for a week of fun games, challenges, and learning. After working with our seasoned-coaching staff, your child will be hitting, catching, throwing, and fielding like a pro! Our aim is to create a fun-filled learning environment for them to learn the fundamentals of baseball and the social emotional skills of an athlete. Once the camp ends, we guarantee they will want more!

Week 9 Mon–Fri

July 29–Aug 2 (5×)

Instructor: 2COACHU Location: Coaches Field Min: 9; Max: 30

Photo: Julie Reichle

R Piedmont Resident N Non-resident f Fee included (see p. 10)

9:00am–12:00pm

r$245 N$275 f

July 29–Aug 2 (5×)

9:00am–12:00pm

Instructor: Skyhawks Sports Location: Beach Playfield Min: 8; Max: 16

Skyhawks: All Sport Camp

n Baseball Baby!

Ages 5–9

r$160 N$180 f

July 1–July 3 (3×)

Week 9 Mon–Fri

Week 10

June 17–June 21 (5×) 9:00am–12:00pm

Week 5 Mon–Wed

Week 6

r$245 N$275 f

Week 3 Mon–Fri

Week 4 Mon–Fri

This multi-sport camp combines baseball, basketball, soccer and track and field; allowing young athletes to develop a passion for a variety of sports. Skyhawks’ original games promote learning through play and allow participants to explore balance, body movement, coordination, self-esteem, teamwork, sportsmanship and sport specific skill development, in a fast-paced and structured setting. Coaches use age-appropriate curriculum and modified equipment to create a positive environment where kids can develop at their own pace with lots of encouragement and a focus on fun!

Your child will leave this camp with new skills, new friends and a new love for sports!

1:00–4:00pm

Ages 6–11

r$390 N$420 f

This is an action-packed week of baseball, Capture the Flag, dodgeball, flag football, soccer, track and field, ultimate frisbee and volleyball. Participants will learn the essential rules, strategies and skills of each sport, along with life lessons such as teamwork and sportsmanship. Coaches provide a positive environment where players of all abilities can participate in friendly competitions with lots of encouragement and a focus on fun!

Week 3 Mon–Fri

June 17–June 21 (5×)

9:00am–3:00pm

July 29–Aug 2 (5×)

9:00am–3:00pm

Week 9 Mon–Fri

Instructor: Skyhawks Sports Location: Beach Playfield Min: 8; Max: 20

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Sports Youth & Teen Skate Like a Girl: All Gender Skateboard Camp

Beginning & Intermediate Fencing Camp

ANTS Tennis Camp

Ages 5–13

Ages 8–16

This Skateboard camp is a program for youth of all genders (boys are welcome) and skate abilities from never skateboarded to working on advanced skill. Our camps incorporate learning to skateboard through discussion and practice of life lessons and themes; such as self-confidence, humility, being radical, equity and determination. Our camps are a space for young people to use skateboarding as a tool for creativity, self exploration, community and having pure fun! All genders welcome.

Fencing is one of oldest sports in the world and one of five original sports included in modern Olympic Games. Learn the basic skills of this amazing sport through games and exercises, develop athletic skill, improve concentration and gain self-confidence, all while having fun! This class is designed for both the beginning and intermediate level fencer. No experience required. David is a USFCA and AAI Certified Coach with over 40 years as a professional coach and high level competitor. Wear loose fitting clothes and athletic/tennis shoes. Protective gear is provided.

You’d never believe tennis could be so FUN! ANTS tennis camp will be an encouraging team environment with positive coaching, learning and fun tennis games for your children.

Our program welcomes all new and experienced players of all skill levels. Our approach is to teach the FUNdamentals of tennis through individual hand-eye coordination, partner activities and fun team tennis games that simulate real match play. Using modified equipment that has been adopted by the USTA, our program allows your child to explore tennis at the right pace. In camp, we’ll focus on building healthy habits, team camaraderie, and good sportsmanship on and off the court.

Week 3 M, T, Th, F

Week 4 Mon–Fri

Week 6 Mon–Fri

Week 7

r$289 N$319 f

June 17–June 21 (4×)* 9:00am–12:00pm

r$354 N$384 f

Week 7

r$354 N$384 f

Week 8

June 24–June 28 (5×) 9:00am–12:00pm July 8–July 12 (5×)

9:00am–12:00pm

r$354 N$384 f

Mon–Fri Mon–Fri Mon–Fri

9:00am–12:00pm

Week 9

Instructor: Skate Like a Girl Location: Coaches Field, Kennelly Skate Park Min: 5; Max: 21 *No camp on June 19

Week 10

Mon–Fri

July 15–July 19 (5×)

Mon–Fri Mon–Fri

r$375 N$405

July 15–July 19 (5×) July 22–July 26 (5×) July 22–July 26 (5×)

8:30am–12:30pm 8:30am–12:30pm 12:30–4:30pm

Ages 5–11

r$550 N$580 f

Week 1 Mon–Fri

June 3–June 7 (5×)

9:30am–12:30pm

Week 2 Mon–Fri

June 10–June 14 (5×) 9:30am–12:30pm

Week 3 July 29–Aug 2 (5×)

8:30am–12:30pm

Aug 5–Aug 9 (5×)

8:30am–12:30pm

Mon–Fri

June 17–June 21 (5×) 9:30am–12:30pm

Week 4

Instructor: David Sinkkonen Location: Piedmont Community Church Min: 6; Max: 20

Mon–Fri

June 24–June 28 (5×) 9:30am–12:30pm

Week 6 Mon–Fri

July 8–July 12 (5×)

9:30am–12:30pm

July 15–July 19 (5×)

9:30am–12:30pm

July 22–July 26 (5×)

9:30am–12:30pm

July 29–Aug 2 (5×)

9:30am–12:30pm

Aug 5–Aug 9 (5×)

9:30am–12:30pm

Week 7 Mon–Fri

Week 8 Mon–Fri

Week 9 Mon–Fri

Week 10 Mon–Fri

Instructor: ANTS Sports Location: Hampton Park, Tennis Courts Min: 8; Max: 18

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Sports Youth & Teen Tennis Clinics with Jim Landes Ages 8–12 Participants will learn the fundamental tennis strokes: forehand, backhand, volleys and serves. We will also play games that will improve these strokes and have fun.

Week 1 Mon–Fri

Week 2 Mon–Fri

Week 3 M, T, Th, F

Week 4 Mon–Fri

Week 5 Mon–Wed

Week 6 Mon–Fri

Week 7 Mon–Fri

Week 8 Mon–Fri

r$250 N$280 f June 3–June 7 (5×)

12:30–2:00pm

r$250 N$280 f

June 10–June 14 (5×)

12:30–2:00pm

r$205 N$230 f

June 17–June 21 (4×)*

12:30–2:00pm

r$250 N$280 f

June 24–June 28 (5×)

12:30–2:00pm

r$160 N$180 f

July 1–July 3 (3×)

12:30–2:00pm

r$250 N$280 f

July 8–July 12 (5×)

12:30–2:00pm

r$250 N$280 f

July 15–July 19 (5×)

12:30–2:00pm

r$250 N$280 f

July 22–July 26 (5×)

12:30–2:00pm

Instructor: Jim Landes Location: Corey Reich Tennis Center Min: 6; Max: 32 *No camp on June 19

Looking for private tennis lessons?

Private lessons (one or two students) can be arranged by contacting the Recreation Department (510 420-3070).

Payment is not made directly to the instructor. Please contact PRD for current private instructors and hourly rates.

Only private lessons sanctioned by the Recreation Department are permitted on City courts.

Tennis Clinics with Jim Landes (Tournament Level)

Tennis Clinics with Jim Landes

Ages 8–18

Participants will learn the fundamental tennis strokes: forehand, backhand, volleys and serves. We will also play games.

Clinic will focus on advanced tennis skills. We will drill all the shots and incorporate them in match play. r$250 N$280 f

Week 1 Mon–Fri

June 3–June 7 (5×)

Week 2 Mon–Fri M, T, Th, F Mon–Fri Mon–Wed Mon–Fri

3:30–5:00pm

Week 5

r$160 N$180 f

Mon–Wed

r$250 N$280 f

Mon–Fri

r$250 N$280 f

Mon–Fri

r$250 N$280 f

Mon–Fri

July 15–July 19 (5×)

Week 8 Mon–Fri

r$250 N$280 f

Mon–Fri

July 8–July 12 (5×)

Week 7 Mon–Fri

r$205 N$230 f

July 1–July 3 (3×)

Week 6

Week 2

M, T, Th, F

June 24–June 28 (5×)

Week 5

Mon–Fri

r$250 N$280 f

June 17–June 21 (4×)*

Week 4

Week 1

Mon–Fri

June 10–June 14 (5×)

Week 3

3:30–5:00pm

Ages 13–18

July 22–July 26 (5×)

3:30–5:00pm 3:30–5:00pm

3:30–5:00pm 3:30–5:00pm 3:30–5:00pm 3:30–5:00pm

Instructor: Jim Landes Location: Corey Reich Tennis Center Min: 6; Max: 24 *No camp on June 19

Week 3 Week 4

Week 6 Week 7 Week 8

r$250 N$280 f June 3–June 7 (5×)

2:00–3:30pm

r$250 N$280 f

June 10–June 14 (5×)

2:00–3:30pm

r$205 N$230 f

June 17–June 21 (4×)*

2:00–3:30pm

r$250 N$280 f

June 24–June 28 (5×)

2:00–3:30pm

r$160 N$180 f

July 1–July 3 (3×)

2:00–3:30pm

r$250 N$280 f

July 8–July 12 (5×)

2:00–3:30pm

r$250 N$280 f

July 15–July 19 (5×)

2:00–3:30pm

r$250 N$280 f

July 22–July 26 (5×)

2:00–3:30pm

Instructor: Jim Landes Location: Corey Reich Tennis Center Min: 6; Max: 32 *No camp on June 19

Tennis: Girls High School Warm-up Ages 14–18

r$325 N$355 f

Clinic will practice all strokes including groundstrokes, volleys and serves. Movement, court positioning and match strategy will also be covered.

Week 9 Mon–Fri

July 29–Aug 2 (5×)

2:00–4:00pm

Instructor: Jim Landes Location: Corey Reich Tennis Center Min: 6; Max: 32

R Piedmont Resident N Non-resident f Fee included (see p. 10)

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Sports Youth 24-7 UK Soccer Academy: Full-Day Recreational Soccer Camp Ages 6–11

r$514 N$544 f

These fun camps are a great way to spend the week and develop your soccer skills! Different topic of practice each day (dribbling, passing, shooting, moves, turns, skills, small-sided games), fun games, technical development, World Cup, trivia, coaches contest, tournaments, prizes. Coaches available from 8.00am for early drop-off.

Week 1 Mon–Fri

June 3–June 7 (5×)

8:30am–3:00pm

July 15–July 19 (5×)

8:30am–3:00pm

July 22–July 26 (5×)

8:30am–3:00pm

Aug 5–Aug 9 (5×)

8:30am–3:00pm

Week 7 Mon–Fri

Ages 6–11

Mon–Fri Mon–Fri Mon–Fri

r$414 N$444 f

These half-day camps feature all of the fun and skill building as the full-day camps.

Coaches available from 8.00am for early dropoff.

Week 1 June 3–June 7 (5×) June 3–June 7 (5×)

8:30–11:30am 12:00–3:00pm

July 15–July 19 (5×) July 15–July 19 (5×)

8:30–11:30am 12:00–3:00pm

Week 7

Week 8 Mon–Fri Mon–Fri

June 3–June 7 (5×)

1:00–4:00pm

June 10–June 14 (5×)

1:00–4:00pm

June 24–June 28 (5×)

1:00–4:00pm

July 22–July 26 (5×)

1:00–4:00pm

Week 8

24-7 UK Soccer Academy: Half-Day Recreational Soccer Camp

Mon–Fri Mon–Fri

Mon–Fri

Week 4

Instructor: 24-7 UK Soccer Academy Location: Coaches Field Min: 8; Max: 60

Mon–Fri Mon–Fri

r$380 N$410 f

This summer, Ace Kids Golf invites budding golf enthusiasts to embark on an unforgettable golfing adventure at our 2024 Summer Golf Camp! Nestled in a vibrant atmosphere of learning and camaraderie, our camp is designed to ignite the passion for golf in young players while fostering skill development, sportsmanship and a love for the game.

Campers will enjoy expert instruction, all-inclusive fun, indoor and outdoor golf adventures, and learn healthy habits and creative golf education. All skill levels welcomed.

Material Fee: $30

Week 2

Week 10 Mon–Fri

ages 6–10

Week 1

Week 8 Mon–Fri

Ace Kids Golf

July 22–July 26 (5×) July 22–July 26 (5×)

8:30–11:30am 12:00–3:00pm

Aug 5–Aug 9 (5×) Aug 5–Aug 9 (5×)

8:30–11:30am 12:00–3:00pm

Instructor: Ace Kids Golf Location: Beach Playfield Min: 5; Max: 30

Preston Pinkney has two decades of experience, is a 2023 Jefferson Award recipient, has founded organizations, programs and events which include The Pinkney Foundation, Primetime Golf, Ace Kids Golf, Girls Love Golf, Battle at the Hawk and Tees for Bees, impacting over 10,000 youth. Preston participates as an advisor, consultant, and directorial role with many organizations that focus on youth development such as: the Eat.Learn.Play. Foundation (founded by Stephen and Ayesha Curry), the Northern California Golf Association and the PGA TOUR’s AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. Ace Kids Golf is a premier golf program teaching golf etiquette, swing fundamentals and important life skills such as honesty, integrity and respect.

Piedmont Jr. Running Club Grades 4–5

r$120 N$135 f

Have some summer running fun with this fourweek session of the Jr. Running Club. This program is for incoming 4th and 5th grade boys and girls and will be offered at one central site, Beach Playfield. The summer session will encompass a variety of activities not just running and the goal is to help prepare students with their conditioning for fall sports, or ideally joining us in September for the fall Jr. Running Club.

Mon & Wed July 8–July 31 (8×)

4:00–5:15pm

Instructor: PRD Staff Location: Beach Playfield Min: 6; Max: 20

Week 10 Mon–Fri Mon–Fri

Instructor: 24-7 UK Soccer Academy Location: Coaches Field Min: 8; Max: 60

R Piedmont Resident N Non-resident f Fee included (see p. 10)

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n ANTS Volleyball Camp

grades 2–6

ANTS Volleyball Camp will be an encouraging team environment with real skill development, fun team games, and camaraderie. Campers will learn and practice the fundamentals of volleyball like bumping, passing, setting, serving, rallying, and so much more. Each day, we’ll build healthy habits, develop confidence in trying new skills, and practice sportsmanship on and off the court. Players of all experience levels are welcome. Please note: On June 3rd, camp will meet at Coaches Field)

r$525 N$555

Join Coach Hamilton and local high school athletes for a week of team-based sports, games, and classic summer camp activities. Activities include basketball, volleyball, flag football, wiffle ball, soccer, track and field, arts and crafts, street hockey and more. Campers will also play classic field games like Capture the Flag, Star Wars, and Seal Island. Our curriculum has been designed by experienced elementary school educators and youth athletic directors to help campers shape social skills, build teamwork fundamentals and make learning fun.

June 3–June 7 (5×)

9:00am–3:00pm

Week 4 Mon–Fri

June 24–June 28 (5×) 9:00am–3:00pm

Week 6 Mon–Fri

July 8–July 12 (5×)

9:00am–3:00pm

July 22–July 26 (5×)

9:00am–3:00pm

Week 8 Mon–Fri

Week 10 Mon–Fri

r$450 N$480 f

Week 1 Mon–Fri

June 3–June 7 (5×)

1:00–4:00pm

July 8–July 12 (5×)

1:00–4:00pm

Week 6

Week 1 Mon–Fri

Ages 8–11

Aug 5–Aug 9 (5×)

9:00am–3:00pm

Instructor: Chad Hamilton, Playground Sports Location: Hampton Playfield (Weeks 1 & 10); Coaches Field (Weeks 4, 6, 8) Min: 10; Max: 50 Min: 10; Max: 75 (Weeks 1 & 10)

Mon–Fri

Instructor: ANTS Sports Location: Coaches Field (Week 1); PMS Buzz Gym (Week 6) Min: 8; Max: 16

n ANTS Volleyball Camp Ages 11–14

ANTS Volleyball Camp will be an encouraging team environment with real skill development, fun team games, and camaraderie. Campers will learn and practice the fundamentals of volleyball like bumping, passing, setting, serving, rallying, and so much more. Each day, we’ll build healthy habits, develop confidence in trying new skills and practice sportsmanship on and off the court. Players of all experience levels are welcome.

Week 3 M, T, Th, F

Week 7 Mon–Fri

r$365 N$395 f

June 17–June 21 (4×)*

1:00–4:00pm

r$450 N$480 f

July 15–July 19 (5×)

1:00–4:00pm

Instructor: ANTS Sports Location: Coaches Field (Week 3); PMS Buzz Gym (Week 7) Min: 8; Max: 16 *No camp on June 19

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Summer Girls Basketball Camp Ages 7–13

r$250N$280f

Girls of all abilities are encouraged to train with Piedmont High School Girls Varsity/JV Basketball Coach Bryan Gardere. With the help from some of his varsity players, Coach Gardere will teach athletes the FUNdamentals of basketball in an inclusive and supportive environment. Athletes will have a blast and make new friends while improving their skills through drills and games. Whether you are a beginner or advanced player, drills taught at this camp will help you improve your game.

This camp is open to all genders and abilities.

Week 7 Mon–Fri

July 15–July 19 (5×)

9:00am–12:00pm

Instructor: Piedmont Basketball Academy Location: PMS Buzz Gym Min: 10; Max: 50

Summer Basketball Camps Ages 7–13

r$250N$280f

Putting the FUN back in basketball FUNdamentals! This program is designed to make you a better basketball player and improve your skills. Girls Varsity/JV Basketball Coach Bryan Gardere has coached for PHS for 20 years. Coach Gardere will train athletes to be comfortable in the most uncomfortable situations. All abilities welcome—whether you are a beginner or advanced player, drills taught at this camp will help you improve your game.

Week 1 Mon–Fri

June 3–June 7 (5×)

9:00am–12:00pm

July 8–July 12 (5×)

9:00am–12:00pm

Aug 5–Aug 9 (5×)

9:00am–12:00pm

Week 6 Mon–Fri

Week 10 Mon–Fri

Instructor: Piedmont Basketball Academy Location: PMS Buzz Gym (Weeks 6); Hampton Park, Basketball Courts (Week 1 & 10) Min: 10; Max: 50

Sports Youth & Teen Triple Threat Academy: Total Skills Basketball Camps

Triple Threat Academy: Girls Total Skills Basketball Camp

Ages 6–12

Ages 6–12

r$400 N$430 f

r$400 N$430 f

Our signature camp teaches students of all skill levels how to dribble, pass, and shoot.

Just like the name suggests, we cover everything here—and your kids will have so much fun, they won’t even realize they are learning!

You’ll enjoy hearing stories of incredible moves and awesome plays on the ride home as your student develops confidence, a love of basketball and a team mentality.

Our signature camp teaches students of all skill levels how to dribble, pass, and shoot.

Just like the name suggests, we cover everything here—and your kids will have so much fun, they won’t even realize they are learning!

You’ll enjoy hearing stories of incredible moves and awesome plays on the ride home as your student develops confidence, a love of basketball and a team mentality.

Week 2

Week 8

Mon–Thur

June 10–June 13 (4×) 9:00am–3:00pm

Week 8 Mon–Thur

July 22–July 25 (4×)

9:00am–3:00pm

Instructor: Triple Threat Academy Location: PMS Morrison Gym Min: 25; Max: 65

Triple Threat Academy: Dribbling & Shooting Basketball Camp Ages 6–12

r$400 N$430 f

As the old saying goes, “You have to learn to walk before you run.” This camp helps players get the basics of dribbling and shooting down before learning the fancy flyer moves of scoring. Ball protection, footwork and shooting technique are all hallmarks of the greats— and explaining that should help players realize they can’t afford to miss this very important step in their skill development. Warning: This camp is so fun, you may find your kids “doing drills and building skills” with their friends in the driveway at home.

Week 3 M, T, Th, F

June 17–June 21 (4×)* 9:00am–3:00pm

Mon–Thur

July 22–July 25 (4×)

9:00am–3:00pm

Instructor: Triple Threat Academy Location: PMS Morrison & Buzz Gyms Min: 25; Max: 65

Triple Threat Academy: Super Handles Basketball Camp Ages 6–12

PRD 3x3 Basketball Outdoor Tourney May 18–19, 2024 9 am–6 pm Grades 3rd–8th Team Fee $200 R/$225 NR PMS Sport Courts Calling all 3rd–8th grade basketball players! Grab your team and get ready to dribble, shoot and score because the PRD 3x3 Basketball Tournament is back! Awards for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place teams with exciting opportunities to win other prizes.

Registration is open. Space limited!

Contact PRDSports@piedmont. ca.gov for more information.

r$400 N$430 f

Players will learn to see the floor like Magic and handle the rock like Steph in this 4-day camp! Settling into a level of comfort and ease of movement, players will fine tune their ability to score by handing the ball well with either hand. Stationary dribbling, dribbling on the move, attack moves, two-ball dribbling and all around technique and control of the ball will be emphasized. Putting all this together, your child will be an offensive threat on the court.

Week 4 Mon–Thur

June 24–June 27 (4×) 9:00am–3:00pm

Instructor: Triple Threat Academy Location: PMS Morrison Gym Min: 25; Max: 65

Instructor: Triple Threat Academy Location: PMS Morrison Gym Min: 25; Max: 65 *No camp on June 19

R Piedmont Resident N Non-resident f Fee included (see p. 10)

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Sports Youth & Teen Girls Flag Football Camp

Boys Flag Football Camp

Ages 8–11

Ages 8–11

Flag Football is now an Olympic Sport (2028 Olympics in Los Angeles) and an official High School Girls Sport! Whether your dream is to play flag football at the Olympics, for your high school or middle school team, or just for fun, this camp is for ALL girls that want to play.

Emphasis will be on playing games and having fun, but we will also do drills to improve skills and agility in this fun, action packed camp. We believe that the skills kids learn while playing flag football help them in other sports and in life in general. More time on the field leads to more confidence and more fun. East Bay Flag Football has been running local leagues, training youth and giving kids a safe, fun place to play flag football for the past 10 years. Material Fee (Jersey): $20

Did you know that Flag Football is now an Olympic Sport to be featured in the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles? Whether your dream is to play flag football at the Olympics, for your middle school team, or just for fun, this camp is for ALL boys that want to play. At this age, enhancing players’ love for the game is most important. Emphasis will be on playing games and having fun, but we will also do drills to improve skills and agility in this fun, action packed camp. We believe that the skills kids learn while playing flag football help them in other sports and in life in general.

More time on the field leads to more confidence and more fun. East Bay Flag Football has been running local leagues, training youth, and giving kids a safe, fun place to play flag football for the past 10 years. Material Fee (Jersey): $20

Week 5

r$180 N$200 f

Mon–Wed

July 1–July 3 (3×)*

9:00am–12:00pm

Mon–Wed

July 1–July 3 (3×)*

12:30–3:30pm

Week 5

r$275 N$305 f

Mon–Wed

July 1–July 3 (3×)*

9:00am–12:00pm

9:00am–3:30pm

Mon–Wed

July 1–July 3 (3×)*

12:30–3:30pm

r$315 N$345 f

Week 5

Week 5 Mon–Wed

Week 7 Mon–Fri

Week 8 Mon–Fri

July 1–July 3 (3×)*

July 15–July 19 (5×)

9:00am–12:30pm

r$315 N$345 f

July 22–July 26 (5×)

12:30–4:00pm

Instructor: East Bay Flag Football Location: Coaches Field (Week 5 & 7); Beach Playfield (Week 8) Min: 6; Max: 40 (Week 5) Min: 6; Max: 25 (Week 7 & 8)

Mon–Wed

Week 7 Mon–Fri

Week 8 Mon–Fri

r$180 N$200 f

r$275 N$305 f

July 1–July 3 (3×)*

9:00am–3:30pm

r$315 N$345 f

July 15–July 19 (5×)

9:00am–12:30pm

r$315 N$345 f

July 22–July 26 (5×)

12:30–4:00pm

Instructor: East Bay Flag Football Location: Coaches Field (Week 5 & 7); Beach Playfield (Week 8) Min: 6; Max: 40 (Week 5) Min: 6; Max: 25 (Week 7 & 8)

Boys Flag Football Skills & Agility Training Ages 11–18 Whether your dream is to play flag football in the Olympics, on your middle school team, or just for fun this camp is for you. It is also appropriate for players that are interested in transitioning to high school contact football. We will drill, condition, scrimmage and play games in this fun, action packed camp.

We believe that the skills kids learn while playing flag football help them in other sports and in life in general. More time on the field leads to more confidence, so come out and learn the skills you need to take your game to the next level! Material Fee (Jersey): $20 r$270 N$300 f

Week 2 Mon–Fri

June 10–June 14 (5×)

Mon–Fri

12:30–3:30pm

r$195 N$215 f

Week 9

July 29–Aug 2 (5×)

2:30–4:30pm

Instructor: East Bay Flag Football Location: Coaches Field Min: 6; Max: 40

Scherman Summer Camp: Sports, Games & Crafts Grades 5–10

r$300 N$330

Back for the fourth summer, Ted Scherman’s sons, Julian and Quincy, will return for Scherman Summer Camp. Campers will learn new games, get fresh air, practice new skills, make friends and be themselves! At camp, learn the art of wood-burning and how to make paracord survival bracelets. We play football, basketball, kickball, capture the flag, poker, dominos and much more. Scherman Summer Camp will be a screen-free, good old-fashioned camp. See the article from the Piedmont Post at http://bit.ly/47W07n9 Week 1 Mon–Thur

June 3–June 6 (4×)

10:00am–2:00pm

Week 2 Mon–Thur

June 10–June 13 (4×) 10:00am–2:00pm

Week 3 M, T, Th, F

June 17–June 21 (4×)* 10:00am–2:00pm

Instructor: Julian Scherman Location: Coaches Field (Weeks 1 & 3); Beach Playfield (Week 2) Min: 12; Max: 30 *No camp on June 19

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Sports Youth & Teen Girls Flag Football Skills & Agility Training

Skyhawks Flag Football

Ages 11–18

If you are looking for a safe introduction to football or an off-season program to prepare your child for competitive play, this camp will help your athlete take the next step in football. Players will be divided into groups, based on age, ability and friend request, to build confidence and learn individual skill development through innovate drills and age-appropriate games. Coaches provide a positive environment where players of all abilities can participate in friendly competition with lots of encouragement and a focus on fun!

Ages 8–11

Week 1

Week 1

Whether your dream is to play flag football in the Olympics, on your high school, middle school, or just for fun this camp is for you. We will drill, condition, scrimmage and play games in this fun, action packed camp. We believe that the skills kids learn while playing flag football help them in other sports and in life in general. More time on the field leads to more confidence, so come out and learn the skills you need to take your game to the next level!

Material Fee (Jersey): $20 r$270 N$300 f

Week 2 Mon–Fri

June 10–June 14 (5×) 9:00am–12:00pm

r$195 N$215 f

Week 9 Mon–Fri

July 29–Aug 2 (5×)

12:00–2:00pm

Instructor: East Bay Flag Football Location: Coaches Field Min: 6; Max: 40

Ages 6–11

Mon–Fri

r$390 N$420 f

June 3–June 7 (5×)

9:00am–3:00pm

July 8–July 12 (5×)

9:00am–3:00pm

Week 6 Mon–Fri

Instructor: Skyhawks Sports Location: Beach Playfield (Week 1); Coaches Field (Week 6) Min: 8; Max: 20

BADA Ultimate Frisbee Camp

Taekwondo Self Defense

Ages 8–14

This ancient Korean Martial Art, is over 10,000 years old and an Olympic sport. Students will learn about the philosophy and history of Taekwondo as a martial art. Taekwondo brings the person as a unit in mind, body and spirit.

Through forms develops patience, concentration and attention to details. Free sparring develops quick reflexes and humility. Meditation develops inner awareness and confidence. All these aspects teach: self-confidence, self-discipline, self-control, self-defense, self-respect and respect to others.

r$374 N$404 f

Play one of the fastest-growing and most exciting sports in the world! It’s a sport that combines the best elements of other sports like basketball and soccer, but doesn’t require referees even at the highest levels of competition! Ultimate places equal focus on the three pillars of fostering character, community and competition. It provides a healthy and positive physical and social outlet for all. With our 15+ years of experience running camps, you can be sure that your child will learn the fundamental skills and dynamics of the sport in a safe, active, inclusive and supportive environment.

Week 4 Mon–Fri

June 24–June 28 (5×) 9:00am–3:00pm

Week 6 Mon–Fri

July 8–July 12 (5×)

9:00am–3:00pm

July 15–July 19 (5×)

9:00am–3:00pm

Week 7 Mon–Fri

Instructor: Bay Area Disc Association Location: Beach Playfield Min: 10; Max: 30

Ages 6–18

June 17–June 21 (4×)* June 24–June 28 (5×)

Week 5 Mon–Wed

Week 8 Mon–Fri

Mon–Fri

Week 5 Mon–Wed

Week 9 Mon–Fri

r$345 N$375 f

June 3–June 7 (5×)

9:00am–12:00pm

r$215 N$240 f

July 1–July 3 (3×)

9:00am–12:00pm

r$345 N$375 f

July 29–Aug 2 (5×)

9:00am–12:00pm

Instructor: Spiders Community Web Location: Beach Playfield (Weeks 1); Coaches Field (Week 5 & 9) Min: 8; Max: 24

3:30–5:30pm

r$195 N$220

Week 4 Mon–Fri

Ultimate is a safe, engaging sport that teaches skills transferable to any team your child may join. Each week, your child will learn through play–learning Ultimate with the pros including throwing, catching, and the fundamental X’s and O’s. Throughout each session we emphasize Spirit of the Game and developing social-emotional skills to help players thrive on any team. Have a blast playing with your friends and the Spiders, Oakland’s Professional Ultimate Frisbee team!

r$156 N$181

Week 3 M, T, Th, F

Spiders Ultimate Frisbee Action Camp

July 1–July 3 (3×)

3:30–5:30pm

r$117 N$137

3:30–5:30pm

r$195 N$220

July 22–July 26 (5×)

3:30–5:30pm

Instructor: Arnoldo Bolanos, PRD Staff Location:Piedmont Middle School MPR Min: 3; Max: 15 *No camp on June 19

R Piedmont Resident N Non-resident f Fee included (see p. 10)

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Sports Youth & Teen 24-7 UK Soccer Academy: Competitive Technical Training Camp (U8-U10)

24-7 UK Soccer Academy: Competitive Technical Training Camp (U11-U12)

Middle School Track: Summer Conditioning

Ages 7–10

Ages 10–12

Stay in shape for the Cross Country season and train with our experienced PMS Running Coaches. Summer Conditioning is a perfect program to prepare students for fall sports. Conditioning includes speed and endurance training, strengthen core and key muscle groups, improve form, proper warm-up exercises, cool down, and stretching. Non-Piedmont residents are welcome. For incoming 4th and 5th graders, check out the Jr. Running Club in the youth sports section, page 55.

r$414 N$444 f

r$414 N$444 f

This camp is specifically for our competitive players looking to take their game to the next level. We will be focusing on three different aspects of soccer which provide crucial development for players looking to enhance their ability these include: Skill training (developing key technical aspects such as ball mastery and 1v1 work.), striker training (developing the ability to improve performance in the attacking third), SAQ training (developing key physical skills: speed, agility, balance, coordination, endurance, acceleration.) Coaches available from 8:00am for early drop-off.

This camp is specifically for our competitive players looking to take their game to the next level. We will be focusing on three different aspects of soccer which provide crucial development for players looking to enhance their ability these include: Skill training (developing key technical aspects such as ball mastery and 1v1 work.), striker training (developing the ability to improve performance in the attacking third), SAQ training (developing key physical skills: speed, agility, balance, coordination, endurance, acceleration.) Coaches available from 8:00am for early drop-off.

Week 1

Week 1

Mon–Fri

June 3–June 7 (5×)

8:30–11:30am

Week 7 Mon–Fri

July 15–July 19 (5×)

8:30–11:30am

July 22–July 26 (5×)

8:30–11:30am

8:30–11:30am

Aug 5–Aug 9 (5×)

8:30–11:30am

Mon–Fri Mon–Fri Mon–Fri

M/W/Th 3:30–5:00pm

July 8–July 18 (6×)

Session II M/W/Th

r$150 N$170 r$150 N$170

July 22–Aug 1 (6×)

3:30–5:00pm

r$225 N$255

July 15–July 19 (5×)

8:30–11:30am

M/W/Th 3:30–5:00pm

July 22–July 26 (5×)

8:30–11:30am

Instructor: PRD Staff Location: Community Hall, Amphitheater Min: 12; Max: 28

Aug 5–Aug 9 (5×)

8:30–11:30am

Week 10

Instructor: 24-7 UK Soccer Academy Location: Coaches Field Min: 8; Max: 60

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Session I & II

Week 8

Week 10 Mon–Fri

June 3–June 7 (5×)

Week 7

Week 8 Mon–Fri

Mon–Fri

Grades 6–8

Instructor: 24-7 UK Soccer Academy Location: Coaches Field Min: 8; Max: 60

July 8–Aug 1 (2×)

Middle School Volleyball: Summer Conditioning Grades 7–8

r$200 N$225 f

This program is designed for incoming 7th and 8th grade players who might have an interest in playing on the PMS Volleyball team this upcoming season. Summer conditioning is open to both returning and new players. Players will learn and review key aspects of the game including rules, rotations, offensive techniques, defensive moves, serve and receive, and rules of the game. This will be learned through drills, partner work and scrimmaging to help your player get a jump-start for the upcoming season. Whether you are fresh off a club season or excited to give volleyball a shot, come and have fun conditioning and socializing with other players in the community.

M/W/F

July 1–July 19 (8×)

Instructor: PRD Staff Location: TBA* Min: 12; Max: 30

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9:00–11:00am

* No class July 5

Adults

R Piedmont Resident N Non-resident f Fee included (see p. 10)

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Adults Classes & Activities Scottish Highland Dance: Beginner

Mindfulness Meditation

Yoga Essentials

adult Free

Adults

ages 8–Adult

Meditation provides a sense of calm, peace and balance that benefits both emotional well-being and overall health. If stress has you anxious, tense, and worried, consider trying meditation. Spending a few minutes meditating restores calm and inner peace. Anyone can meditate. It’s simple, inexpensive and doesn’t require any special equipment. Meditation is to your mind what exercise is to your body, building four mental “muscles”: concentration, clarity, friendliness and equanimity.

This course introduces five kinds of meditation in a safe and supportive environment, so each participant can become comfortable meditating at home.

This easy-going class is designed to foster a deep connection with the heart of yoga practice. Through this practice you will gain increased flexibility, strength, balance and mindfulness. Laura is certified in Iyengar and Amirit yoga and has advanced training in meditation, prenatal and restorative yoga. Students that are new to yoga are always welcome. Wear comfortable clothing, have bare feet and an empty stomach, and bring a firm blanket and a yoga mat.

r$63 N$75

Learn the traditional Highland dances of Scotland such as the Fling, Sword Dance and Reel all while increasing strength, stamina and flexibility. This is a non-competitive class that emphasizes fun, fitness and friendships! No previous dance experience required. Wear shorts or tights leggings and flat-soled dance slippers. Bring mat and water.

Summer Session Mon Mon

June 3–July 1 (5×) July 8–Aug 5 (5×)

6:00–7:00pm 6:00–7:00pm

Instructor: Ann McGrael Galvez Location: Veterans Memorial Building Min: 2; Max: 8

Scottish Highland Dance: Intermediate/Advanced ages 10–adult

r$125 N$145

Dancers will continue to add to their repertoire of Highland, National and other Scottish dances. Dancers will continue to build strength and stamina and improve their technique. Opportunities for performance and choreography may be offered. Instructor approval required. Wear shorts or tights leggings and flat-soled dance slippers. Bring mat and water.

Summer Session Mon Mon

June 3–July 1 (5×) July 8–Aug 5 (5×)

Instructor: Ann McGrael Galvez Location: Veterans Memorial Building Min: 2; Max: 10

7:00–9:00pm 7:00–9:00pm

This class is designed for both beginner with no experience meditating as well as experienced meditators who want to refresh on the basics of breath, posture, calming and insight techniques. Must register in advance.

Wednesday June 5–July 31 (9×)

9:00–10:00am

Instructor: Mark Herrick Location: 801 Magnolia Main Hall Min: 4; Max: 20

Bagpipe Band ages 16–adult

r$54 N$64

Grab your pipes (or drums) and join the Piedmont Highlanders Pipe Band! We are an award-winning traditional Scottish bagpipe band, welcoming all levels. We emphasize individual improvement and ensemble playing.

Don’t let our fun attitude fool you—we work a lot on getting a quality sound. Pipers need own pipes/practice chanter; drums provided for drummers if available. If you have questions email lionscourt@hotmail.com.

Mon

June 3–Aug 5 (10×)

Instructor: Ellison Dunlap Location: Community Hall Min: 2; Max: 30

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7:00–9:00pm

Tuesday Thursday

r$126 N$146

June 4–Aug 6 (9×)* June 6–Aug 8 (9×)*

5:15–6:30pm 5:15–6:30pm

Instructor: Laura Timothy Location: Piedmont Community Hall Min: 6; Max: 22 *No class on July 2 & July 4

Pickin’ with Rick adults Free Who knew? Rick Schiller plays fingerstyle guitar! Rick would like to share his relaxing style with you and discuss the music along the way in his naturally witty, sardonic and entertaining manner.

Rick played guitar professionally for years though his dream of becoming the next Guitar God didn’t exactly pan out. After a long hiatus away from the instrument, Rick started to play again and developed a solo fingerpickin’ style. You are invited to join Rick for an evening of music and appreciation…and heck, its free! Please feel free to BYOB (alcohol ok!) and snacks to enjoy while you listen. 2nd Tuesdays of the month.

2nd Tuesday Mar 12–May 14 (3x) Instructor: Rick Schiller Location: 801 Magnolia Main Hall Min: 5; Max: 75

6:45–8:15pm

Adults Classes & Softball The Principles of T’ai Chi: Breath & Flow I adult

r$270 N$300

We will work on alignment, grounding, balance, natural breath, relaxation, and flow of chi. Being a Moving Meditation, T’ai Chi addresses the constant Change of Yin and Yang. How do we stay flexible and with an open mind? As life intensifies, we need to lower our center of gravity, strengthen thighs, and grow roots like a tree. Karina brings to her 45-years of experience as a teacher, play and precision as well as improvisation & form.

With her intimate and personal approach, she emphasizes awareness and wholeness of our mind-body-being to bring about healing, growth, serenity and joy of life.

Tuesday

June 4–Aug 6 (10×)

Photo: Sarah Jones

8:30–9:30am

Instructor: Karina Epperlein Location: Community Hall, Tea House Min: 6; Max: 11

Piedmont Coed Adult Softball

The Principles of T’ai Chi: Breath & Flow II adult

r$320 N$350

We will work on alignment, grounding, balance, natural breath, relaxation and flow of chi. Being a moving meditation, T’ai Chi addresses the constant change of Yin and Yang. The first hour of this intermediary class, we practice together with newcomers—beginner’s mind is important—we are now able to dive deeper into subtleties, increase sensitivity, least effort and awareness. In the last half-hour, we will add new practices and start learning the First Third of the Cheng Manch’ing T’ai Chi Form of 37 movements. Must complete Principles of T’ai Chi, Breath and Flow I, or have instructor approval.

Tuesday

June 4–Aug 6 (10×)

Saints & Sinners, 2023 Champions

June 17–August 8 Summer is here! Which means longer days Team Fee: $950 and the return of Piedmont Coed Adult SoftCoaches Field ball. We welcome returning teams to join us for another exciting season and extend a warm invitation to all new teams to join-in the fun. Register your team now and get ready for first pitch. The season will run from June to August with teams typically playing 1–2 games per week, Monday–Thursday. Let’s play ball!

Contact PRDSports@Piedmont.ca.gov

8:30–10:00am

Instructor: Karina Epperlein Location: Community Hall, Tea House Min: 6; Max: 10

R Piedmont Resident N Non-resident f Fee included (see p. 10)

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Older Adults

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Older Adults Classes & Activities Pole Walking & Hiking for Veterans & Their Families

Aging Well with Yoga

2nd Thursday Flix Fest

Ages 50+

Ages 50+ Free

ages 50+ Free

Achy knees, hips, or back? This yoga class is designed to improve your balance and joint health and develop a better relationship with your body, mind, and breath. We work on developing strength and functional mobility to keep you in a good shape for all the things you want to do in life. Total beginners welcome.

We use props and modifications to make poses accessible to all. Petra is a certified yoga therapist specializing in working with seniors.

This social group is a way for movie lovers to get together on the second Thursday of the month, see fine films, and talk about them afterward (optional). Watch a movie of a different genre each month, followed by a discussion session for those so inclined. Movie goers may bring a lunch or snacks to enjoy while watching the film. Doors open at 10:15 am and movie starts promptly at 10:30 after a short introduction.

This free class is designed for Veterans and their family members. When pole walking, you feel taller and more confident! Learn how optimal use of poles engages your whole body and significantly improves performance, reduces fall risk, improves posture, balance, upper body strength AND your enjoyment of the outdoors.

Uphill pole techniques improve endurance and pace; downhill techniques help preserve your knees, hips and spine! You will learn anatomically optimal pole techniques. Practice pole techniques along lovely Piedmont paths. A variety of top-quality poles provided; discover which poles fit you best. Easy, relaxed pace.

Class size limited to ensure individual attention.

Friday

July 19 (1×)

8:30am–12:30pm

Instructor: Jayah Faye Paley Location: Community Hall, Amphitheater Min: 8; Max: 15

Sign-Up for the New Older Adult eNewsletter!

The Getting Up There Gazette is an eNewsletter that will be emailed regularly to keep our older adult community up to date on all PRD happenings! To receive the Getting Up There Gazette eNewsletters visit piedmont.ca.gov/olderadults.

Tuesdays Tue

July 16–Aug 6 (4×)

Thursdays Thur

July 11–Aug 8 (5×)

r$68 N$80

2:30–3:30pm

r$85 N$100

10:30–11:30am

Instructor: Petra Fibrichova Location: Piedmont Community Hall Min: 8; Max: 20

Beginning/Improver Line Dance Ages 50+

r$50 N$60

Class consists of step-by-step instruction of easy-to-do dances choreographed to a variety of music, from Old Standards, to Country, Latin, Rock and Roll and the latest Pop Tunes.

You will learn line dance's unique vocabulary and come to recognize its typical steps and patterns while also improving your stamina, balance, footwork and cardiovascular endurance. Line dancing requires no partners and is a great way to meet people, make new friends and just have fun. Bring water for breaks and wear shoes that allow you to move on a wood floor.

Mon

June 3–Aug 5 (10×)

Advanced registration is required visit: rb.gy/cxh4hr. For registration assistance, please contact the Piedmont Recreation Department during regular business hours at (510) 4203070.

Monthly movie titles: Zero Effect (Mar), From Russia with Love (Apr), The Third Man (May), Rabbit Proof Fence (June), Some Like It Hot (July), To Live (Aug) 2nd Thur

Mar 14–Aug 8 (6x)

10:30am–1:00pm

Instructor: Movie Volunteers Location: 801 Magnolia Main Hall Min: 4; Max: 75

1:00–2:30pm

Instructor: Delia Schletter Location: Piedmont Community Hall Min: 5; Max: 25

R Piedmont Resident N Non-resident f Fee included (see p. 10)

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Older Adults Classes & Activities First Mondays Reading Group

Piedmont Seniors Group

ages 50+

A bit of “Joie de Vivre” for Piedmont seniors— especially senior singles— but couples and older “baby boomers” are also encouraged to join. We welcome you to join us as we cultivate new friendships, provide guest speakers, and plan enjoyable excursions such as theaters, museums, restaurants, historical places, and more. Our goal is to strengthen the social and emotional well-being of seniors, as well as promote the pursuit of intellectual development. Please join us for refreshments at our next friendly and informal Wednesday gathering! Contact Janet Epstein for additional information: jepstein@piedmont.ca.gov

free

A fun, and intellectually stimulating activity for active adults. Registration with the Piedmont Recreation Department is required please call 510 420-3070 for more information.

First Monday of the Month

1:30–3:00pm

Instructor: Dick Carter, Prisicilla Wanerus & Carol Long Location: Piedmont Park Tea House

Walking on Wednesdays ages 50+ Free The Walking on Wednesdays group meets every Wednesday at the Exedra (Highland & Magnolia Avenues) at 10:30am. Everyone is invited to join the group. New walkers and their friendly K-9 best friends are especially welcome. Registration with the Piedmont Recreation is required. Please call 510 420-3070 for more information.

Every Wednesday

seniors

Usually 4th Wednesday of the month

10am–12pm

Instructor: Janet Epstein, PRD Staff Location: Piedmont Community Hall

10:30am–12:00pm

Instructor: Dick Carter & Prisicilla Wanerus Location: Exedra Arch, Highland & Magnolia Avenue

Piedmont Adult School Moonlighter offers a broad range of classes on subjects such as arts & crafts, computers, language, and music as well as creative retirement activities. See all the offerings in the Adult School’s Moonlighter catalog at piedmontadultschool.org, or call 510 5942655 for more information.

Extended Travel Opportunities by Collette Vacations The Piedmont Seniors Group is pleased to offer two exciting travel itineraries for spring of 2024 provided by Collette Vacations, the oldest travel agency in the United States. Detailed brochures of the Collette trips (below) are available upon request. Contact Janet Epstein at jepstein@piedmont.ca.gov for details.

Holland & Belgium Ages 50+ Dates: April 3–11, 2024 Trip Includes: Amsterdam, 7-night River Cruise, Amhem, Middelburg, Bruges, Antwerp, Kinderdijk. Windmills, Keukenhof Gardens. Price includes travel insurance, round trip air from SFO, taxes and fees and hotel transfers.

Per person rate: Base rate is $4,148, but the rate varies depending on type of cabin. Ask for details.

Cowboy Country Ages 50+ Dates: May 23–30, 2024 Trip Includes: Badlands National Park, Custer State Park, Crazy Horse Memorial, Mt Rushmore, Deadwood Buffalo Bill Center of the West, Yellowstone National Park, Jackson Hole, Grand Teton National Park. Price includes travel insurance, round trip air from SFO, taxes and fees and hotel transfers.

Per person rate: Double: $4,099; Single: $5,099; Triple: 4,069

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PIEDMONT COMMUNITY HALL 2025 Rental Calendar Open for Reservations For more information: piedmont.ca.gov/ facilityrentals or contact prdrentals@piedmont.ca.gov

R Piedmont Resident N Non-resident f Fee included (see p. 10)

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City of Piedmont Camp Map

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City of Piedmont Directory

Community Directory Dress Best for Less dressbestforless.org Oakland Libraries oaklandlibrary.org

Piedmont Recreation Department Main Office 510 420-3070 prd@piedmont.ca.gov Chelle Putzer, Recreaton Director 510 420-3070 cputzer@piedmont.ca.gov Liam Kelly, Recreation Supervisor 510 420-3075 lkelly@piedmont.ca.gov Katrina Morris, Recreation Supervisor 510 420-3072 kmorris@piedmont.ca.gov Eva Phalen, Recreation Supervisor 510 420-3087 ephalen@piedmont.ca.gov Cora Wood, Administrative Assistant 510 420-3070 cwood@piedmont.ca.gov Jessica Pomey, Administrative Assistant 510 420-3070 jpomey@piedmont.ca.gov Ivy Sandoval, Facilities Coordinator, 510 420-6223 isandoval@piedmont.ca.gov Carrie Villa, Recreation Coordinator 510 420-3074 cvilla@piedmont.ca.gov Akil Danjuma, Recreation Coordinator 510 420-3089 adanjuma@piedmont.ca.gov

City Administration

P.I.E. piedmontpie.org Rosanna Bayon Moore, City Administrator Piedmont Adult School 510 420-3040 rbayonmoore@piedmont.ca.gov piedmontadultschool.org Anna Brown, City Clerk Piedmont Advanced Learners 510 420-3041 abrown@piedmont.ca.gov piedmontalps.org Jeremy Bowers, Police Chief Piedmont Asian/American Club 510 420-3010 jbowers@piedmont.ca.gov piedmontpaac@gmail.com David Brannigan, Fire Chief Piedmont Baseball & Softball 510 420-3030 dbrannigan@piedmont.ca.gov piedmontbaseball.org Daniel Gonzales, Public Works Director Piedmont Beautification Foundation 510 420-3050 dgonzales@piedmont.ca.gov piedmontbeautificationfoundation.org Kevin Jackson, Planning/Building Director Piedmont Center for the Arts 510 420-3050 kjackson@piedmont.ca.gov piedmontcenterforthearts.org Michael Szczech, Finance Director Piedmont Choir piedmontchoirs.org 510 420-3040 mszczech@piedmont.ca.gov Piedmont Community Church Chelle Putzer, Recreaton Director piedmontchurch.org 510 420-3070 cputzer@piedmont.ca.gov Piedmont Diversity Committee padc.info City Council Piedmont Education Foundation piedmontedfoundation.org Jen Cavenaugh, Mayor Betsy Smegal Andersen, Vice Mayor

Kenny Wong, Schoolmates Coordinator 510 420-3093 kwong@piedmont.ca.gov

Conna McCarthy

Beach Schoolmates 510 420-3077 bsm@piedmont.ca.gov

Tom Ramsey

Havens Schoolmates 510 420-3078 hsm@piedmont.ca.gov Wildwood Schoolmates 510 420-3076 wsm@piedmont.ca.gov Piedmont Recreation Commission Dick Carter, Chair Susan Terrill, Vice Chair Lisa Gardner Rebecca Posamentier Aamir Virani Jenny Feinberg Sara Ironside Pool Advisory Committee Steve Roland, Chair Sarah Olson Meyjes Carolyn Pan Lynne Wright Marcia Lane

Piedmont Arts Fund piedmontartsfund.org

Jennifer Long

Piedmont Unified School District Office of the Superintendent 510 594-2614 Beach Elementary School 510 594-2666 Havens Elementary School 510 594-2680 Wildwood Elementary School 510 594-2780 Piedmont Middle School 510 594-2668 Piedmont High School 510 594-2626 Millenium High School 510 594-2703

Piedmont High School Boosters piedmontathletics.com/boosters Piedmont High School Wellness piedmont.k12.ca.us/phs/wellness-center Piedmont Historical Society piedmonthistorical.org Piedmont Ladies Tennis Club bhurwich@comcast.net Piedmont Language School piedmontlanguageschool.com Piedmont League of Women Voters lwvpiedmont.org Piedmont Makers piedmontmakers.org Piedmont Middle School Boosters piedmont.k12.ca.us/pms/activities-athletics /boosters Piedmont Neighbors & Newcomers piedmontpnnc.org Piedmont Parents Network piedmontparentsnetwork.org Piedmont Racial Equity Campaign piedmontracialequity.org Piedmont Recreation Facilities Organization prfo.org Piedmont Soccer Club piedmontsoccer.org Piedmont Swim Team piedmontswimteam.org

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City of Piedmont Recreation Department 358 Hillside Avenue, Piedmont CA 94611

70 city of piedmont recreation department 510 420-3070