RARA Recreation Magazine

Recreation May 2022 - August 2022

www.rararecreation.org

Summer Camps are back!

Sports Leagues, Camps & Clinics Dance Musical Theatre & Fitness Adaptive Programs, Camps & Sports Registration is open 24/7 at www.rararegistration.org 1

RARA Executive Board Hours of Operation RARA Recreation Complex 500 E. Second Street, Rochester, MI 48307 Phone: 947-886-0007 Registration Office Hours: Monday-Friday: 10am - 7pm Saturday-Sunday: 9am - 2pm Click here for our Printable Registration Form

Staff Contacts Dave Word, CYSA CPRP

Makayla Kroening

Interim Executive Recreation Director Events, Day Camps, and Enrichment Call 947-886-0089 Activities Dave@RARArecreation.org Call 947-886-0082 Makayla@RARArecreation.org

Michelle Hale

Administrative Assistant Call 947-886-0038 Michelle@RARArecreation.org

Liz Walker-Kreutziger

Performing Arts, Dance, and Fitness Call 947-886-0093 Liz@RARArecreation.org

Matt Higley

Sports & Programs Supervisor Call 947-886-0088 Matt@RARArecreation.org

Kori Word

Customer Service Manager Call 947-886-0081 Kori@RARArecreation.org FacilityReservations@RARArecreation. org

Lyndsey Ramsay

Adaptive Recreation, Early Childhood Programs, and Party Rentals Call 947-886-0084 Lyndsey@RARArecreation.org

Dan Trudel, Avondale Schools Matthew McDaniel, Rochester Schools Mark Albrecht, City of Rochester Jill Sorensen, City of Rochester John Muenk, Rochester Hills Emily Morlan, Rochester Hills Theresa Mungioli, Rochester Hills

The RARA Board is a policy making board comprised of 7 members, representing the governmental agencies that established our interlocal agreement, and individuals from each of the communities in which we serve. The board meets on the second Wednesday of each month, 5:00PM at the RARA offices, 500 E Second St. Rochester, MI 48307. Meeting/agenda minutes are available on our website at www. rararecreation.org and are updated monthly.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

This landmark civil rights act went into effect in 1992. It is a significant step forward to make our society’s services and opportunities fully available to all Americans by combating barriers and prejudices that confront those of us with disabilities.

RARA is committed to implementing the intent and spirit of this legislation. Those who may 2

need assistance in order to participate and enjoy our programs should contact our staff at least two weeks in advance of registration to discuss any necessary accommodations or concerns.

Persons with disabilities are invited to participate in all programs offered through RARA. We hope that with our assistance, you will be able to create lifelong memories in our community.

Mission Statement

Notice to Participants

Our Mission is to provide an extensive and varied Participants must recognize that all classes/ recreational program, enhancing personal enrichment, activities of a physical nature involve some risk, and and providing for the community’s leisure needs. by registering for a class/activity of this nature there is an assumption of risk by the The activities and services shall include, but not be participants. RARA is dedicated to providing safe limited to: recreational and enrichment activities equipment as well as qualified staff for all for all ages, youth and adult sports programs (non participants. In the event of a serious accident or competivitive and competitive), and activities for illness, it is the policy of RARA to: special populations.

1. Contact emergency medical services to perform first aid, and when necessary, recommend transport of the victim to the hospital.

Resident/Non-Resident 2. Reach the parent/guardian/emergency To receive the resident rate you must reside within the cities of Rochester or Rochester Hills. RARA is funded contact as soon as the situation allows. through a millage collected in the city of Rochester Hills and a comparable fee in the city of Rochester. Cancellation of Activities Please see the map below, where the orange area is RARA activities at community schools are cancelled when school activities are cancelled. Activities at considered “resident” for RARA’s purposes.

480E & 500E 2nd St along with other offsite locations Residency is not connected with the Rochester School will continue as scheduled unless otherwise posted.

District. Residency is determined by where you pay In addition, cancellation of programs will be deteryour city taxes. The current non-resident fee is $20 per mined by program supervisors as seen fit. program for children and $28 per program for adults.

Non-Resident fees are not charged for Special Events Cancellations will be posted at: www.rararecreation. and Team registrations. org, Facebook/Instagram/Twitter (@RARArecreation), and for some programs, registered participants will be notified via email.

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Interviews with RARA Falzetta, 34 Recreation Supervisor Matt 59theJosephine mother of a RARA Higley talks about his passion for recreation and why he is excited to join the team here at RARA. With Regard to growing our teen programs he has some ideas - “If we can provide programs that not only fill their need for competition but also helps develop transferable skills, I’d call that a win” Matt says.

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SCAMP participant, shares some of her favorite memories from summer camp and discusses how SCAMP has benefitted her son. “After a year of school and therapies with demands and goals and expectations, our kids need a camp just to have fun!”

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Youth & adult sports leagues, camps, clinics, martial arts & more...

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Dance classes for all ages and skill levels!

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30 Fitness classes and our highly anticipated summer dance camps!

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Looking for summer camps?

We have everything you need!

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Recreational classes fromArts and STEAM to Music and Mountain Bike Club...

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Special events, including the Spring Craft & Vendor Show

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Adaptive programs, including softball and yoga!

Registration is open 24/7 at www.rararegistration.org.

Click on any of the program headers to be sent directly to the registration link.

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Spring MS & HS Dodgeball leagues Dodgeball isn’t just for gym class... get your friends together and play!

This coed youth dodgeball 6v6 league is athletes looking for a fun, exciting summer activity. This league runs 6 weeks of regular season games and 1 week of playoffs. Registration includes a team shirt. Teams can carry a max of 10 players. Games are best of 11 matches and all 11 matches will be played. Games will last 45 minutes. .

Course: #5011 Middle School When:Wednesdays, 7/13/22-8/24/22 Course: #5012 High School When:Tuesdays, 7/12/22-8/23/22 Locations: RARA Fieldhouse Fee: $110 (resident) $130 (non-resident)

RARA needs you!

we need volunteer coaches for all teams.

click here to apply!

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YOuth Field Hockey Clinics This introduction to field hockey is for 2nd6th graders and will consist of 4 dynamic sessions with a set curriculum to introduce players to basic skills, rules and game strategy through live game play and skills stations.

Sessions will be focused on play-based learning with an emphasis on team centered fun with competition. Players will need to bring shin guards, mouthguard, water bottle and cleats/ gym shoes/turf shoes. All additional equipment will be provided at the clinics for player use.

Each player will receive a clinic t-shirt. The clinics will be coached and supervised by former University of Michigan Women’s Field Hockey player and Chair of Youth Development for the Michigan Chapter of USA Field Hockey, Krista LaRosa and local high school coaches.

Course: #9912 When: 4/19/22 - 5/7/22; 1:00pm - 2:30pm Locations: RARA Fieldhouse Fee: $100 (resident) $120 (non-resident)

summer t-ball For ages 4-6. Teams will have 3 practices and 7 games. Players will receive a hat, MLB league custom jerseys, picture day, and a great participation award. Teams will be organized by what school the player attends or will attend. Coaches will receive a jersey and hat. Ages 4-6yr Course: #5000 Sunday T-Ball When: Sundays; 5/8/22-7/24/22 (no game 5/29 & 7/3) Course: #5001 Thursday Tball When: Thursdays; 5/12/22-7/21/22 (no game 7/7) Locations: Rochester/Rochester Hills Fee: $135 (resident) $155 (non-resident)

Modified kid pitch baseball/softball

coach pitch baseball/softball Coach Pitch is for players that are ready for the next step after T-ball. Teams will use a hard ball. Coaches will throw from 25 feet.

Teams will play 8 games. Players will receive a hat, MLB league custom jerseys, socks, picture day and a great participation award.

Teams will be organized by what school the player attends or will attend.Coaches will receive a jersey and hat. Ages 6-8yr Course: #5002 Coach Pitch Baseball When: Tu/Th; 5/10/22-7/21/22 (no practice or games 6/28,6/30,7/5,7/7) Course: #5003 Coach Pitch Softball When: Mon/Wed; 5/9/22-7/20/22 (no practice or games 5/30,6/27,6/29,7/4,7/6) Locations: Rochester/Rochester Hills Fee: $165 (resident) $185 (non-resident)

kid pitch baseball/softball

This league follows a modified kid pitch rule. Teams will play 10 games. Players will receive a hat, MLB league custom jerseys, custom pants, socks, belt and picture day.

Teams will be organized by what school the player attends or will attend. Coaches will receive a jersey and hat. Ages 8-10yrs.

Teams will play 10 games. Players will receive a hat, MLB league custom jerseys, custom pants, socks, belt and picture day. Teams will be organized by what school the player attends or will attend. Softball:The pitching distance is 40’’. This division will use an 11” ball. Ages 10-12yrs.

Course: #5004 Modified Pitch Baseball When: Tu/Th; 5/3/22-7/28/22 (no practice or games 6/28,6/30,7/5,7/7) Course: #5005 Modified Pitch Softball When: Mon/Wed; 5/2/22-7/27/22 (no practice or games 5/30,6/27,6/29,7/4,7/6) Locations: Rochester/Rochester Hills Fee: $205 (resident) $225 (non-resident)

Course: #5006 Kid Pitch Baseball When: Tu/Th; 5/3/22-7/28/22 (no practice or games 6/28,6/30,7/5,7/7) Course: #5007 KidPitch Softball When: Mon/Wed; 5/2/22-7/27/22 (no practice or games 5/30,6/27,6/29,7/4,7/6) Locations: Rochester/Rochester Hills Fee: $205 (resident) $225 (non-resident) 7

Spring Volleyball clinics In this 6 session clinic players will learn the game of volleyball with a personalized fun approach. All skills will be touched on throughout the clinic; passing, serving, setting, defense, attacking and blocking. Small scale drills, partner work, group drills and game scenarios will be utilized.Players will meet on Mondays from 6:00PM 8:00PM. There will be no session on May 30th. Each player will receive a custom backpack at the first session. Please wear kneepads and bring a water bottle.

Course: #9913 4th/5th Grade When: Mondays; 4/25/22-6/6/22 (no clinic 5/30) Course: #9914 6th-8th Grade When: Wednesdays; 4/27/22-6/8/22 (no clinic 6/1) Locations: Four80 Fitness Fee: $120(resident) $140 (non-resident)

Rochester Baseball camp Basketball Camp 8-15year olds Course: #8899 When: Summer 2022 Locations: Rochester High School Fee: TBD

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Stoney creek baseball camp Come learn baseball fundamentals with current and former Stoney Creek High School players and current coaching staff. Players, grades 4th9th, will be grouped by age and skill level. Bring gloves, bats, helmet, and any other relevant baseball gear. Camp T-shirt is provided with registration. Email Varsity Coach Clint Rodger with any questions - crodger@rochester.k12. mi.us Course: #8891 When: 6/13/22 - 6/15/22; 9:30am - 12:00pm Locations: Stoney Creek Baseball Field Fee: $100 (resident) or $120 (non-resident)

viking football camp This football camp introduces campers ages 12-14 to the fundamentals, skills, drills and terminology that will be used at the middle and high school level. Campers will gain a better understanding of offensive and defensive positions, formations and plays, as well as learn proper techniques for catching, running, and throwing the football, as well as blocking and tackling form. On Thursday, all campers will participate in a Punt/Pass/Kick contest and a 7 on 7 competitive tournament. Bring cleats and a water bottle.

Course: #8892 When: 8/1/22 - 8/4/22; 8:45am - 11:45am Locations: Musson Elementary Fee: $100 (resident) or $120 (non-resident)

vardar soccer camp Little V’s Soccer Fun Camp is a soccer camp for kids of all skill levels. There will be fundamental soccer training and competitive games as well as silly activities with minimal soccer relevance. This is, first and foremost, a place to have soccer FUN in a low pressure environment!

Course: #8893 Camp 1 When: 7/11/22 - 7/14/22 9:00am - 11:30am Course: #8894 Camp 2 When: 8/8/22 - 8/11/22 9:00am - 11:30am Locations: Borden Park Fee: $149 (resident) $169 (non-resident)

basketball camp Basketball Camp 8-15year olds Course: #8897 When: TBD Locations: Van Hoosen Middle School Fee: TBD

Dana Lewis softball camp

Come learn the basics of softball: throwing, hitting, fielding, sliding, pitching, and catching with Coach Dana Lewis.

Softball Camp 7-12yrs

USA field hockey camp This camp is for 1st-7th graders with a set curriculum to introduce players to basic skills, rules and game strategy through live game play and skills stations. Sessions will be focused on play-based learning with an emphasis on team centered fun with competition. Players will need to bring shin guards, mouthguard, water bottle and cleats/gym shoes/turf shoes. All additional equipment will be provided at the camp for player use. Each player will receive a camp t-shirt. The camp will be coached and supervised by former University of Michigan Women’s Field Hockey player and Chair of Youth Development for the Michigan Chapter of USA Field Hockey, Krista LaRosa and local high school coaches.

Course: #8890 When: 7/19/22 - 7/21/22 4:00pm - 6:00pm Locations: Rochester High School Stadium Fee: $120 (resident) $140 (non-resident)

AMP volleyball camp Volleyball Camp 8-15 year olds Course: #8895 When: Summer 2022 Locations: Adams High School Fee: TBD

Course: #8898 When: July 18 10:00am - 3:00pm Locations: Halbach Field Fee: $70 (resident) or $90 (non-resident) 9

summer youth basketball leagues This league is open to players in k-2 grade & 3-5 grade. Teams will have practice before games each week + 6 regular season games, with 2 weeks of single elimination playoffs.

This is a team registration, and teams must have a coach/manager for their team.

Both team name and manager must be submitted to RARA for our team to enter the team into the system, allowing players to pick their team name when registering online. Fees include reversible jerseys.

Course: #5013 K-2 Basketball When: Saturdays; 5/3/22-7/28/22 Course: #5014 3rd - 5th Basketball When: Saturdays; 5/2/22-7/27/22 Locations: Rochester/Rochester Hills Fee: $65 (resident) $85 (non-resident)

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Cornhole social This is a social cornhole league for those 18+, capped at a maximum of 16 teams per league. Teams play 3-4 games each day against opposing teams, ending the season with a final (seeded) tournament to determine the winners of the league!

Course: #6390 When: Sundays, 11am Locations: Scott St. Park Fee: 35 per player, $70 per team Course: #6391 When: Sundays, 11am Locations: Scott St. Park Fee: $35 per player, $70 per team

10U, 12U & 14u volleyball leagues Looking to hone your child’s volleyball skills over the Summer Our volleyball leagues are open to those ages 8 - 14. Registration for each league closes July 1, 2022.

10U Volleyball League

10U volleyball is a skill development league, focus will be on developing proper volleyball mechanics and introduction into tournament style game play. M/W evening for 8 weeks.

Practices on Monday, games on Wednesday.

Players will be placed on teams according to what school they attend. Players will receive a jersey with personalized name and numbers.

Certified Coaches are provided.

Course: #5008 When: 7/11/22 - 8/17/22 Location: Van Hoosen MS Fee: $225 per player

12U Volleyball League

12U volleyball is a skill development league, focus will be on developing proper volleyball mechanics and introduction into tournament style game play. M/W evening for 8 weeks.

Practices on Monday, games on Wednesday.

Players will be placed on teams according to what school they attend. Players will receive a jersey with personalized name and numbers.

Certified Coaches are provided.

Course: #5009 When: 7/11/22 - 8/17/22 Location: Van Hoosen MS Fee: $225 per player

14U Volleyball League

14U volleyball is a skill development league, focus will be on developing proper volleyball mechanics and introduction into tournament style game play. M/W evening for 8 weeks.

Practices on Monday, games on Wednesday.

Players will be placed on teams according to what school they attend. Players will receive a jersey with personalized name and numbers.

Certified Coaches are provided.

Course: #5010 When: 7/11/22 - 8/17/22 Location: Van Hoosen MS Fee: $225 per player 11

magic soccer lessons Magic soccer (3-4 year olds)

magic soccer (5-6 year oLds)

This is a parent/child class that teaches the basics of soccer through fun and entertaining instruction.

Players will learn the rules and basic techniques of soccer and practice their skills in small-sided games. This is an excellent way to spend quality time with your child while learning the love of soccer! Please bring shin guards, tennis or soccer shoes, a soccer ball if you have one, and a water bottle.

This class teaches the basics of soccer through fun, entertaining and engaging instruction.

Players will learn the rules and basic techniques of soccer, including dribbling, passing, shooting, defending and game tactics.

They will then practice these skills in smallsided games. Please bring shin guards, tennis or soccer shoes, a soccer ball if you have one, and a water bottle.

Wednesday Sessions

Course: #9858 When: 6/8/22 - 7/13/22, 5:15pm - 6:00pm No Class 6/29/22 Location: Borden Park Fee: $99 (resident), $119 (non-resident), $25 per T-shirt Course: #9861 When: 7/20/22 - 8/17/22, 5:15pm - 6:00pm Location: Borden Park Fee: $99 (resident), $119 (non-resident), $25 per T-shirt

Saturday Sessions

Course: #9867 When: 6/18/22 - 7/23/22, 10:00am - 10:45am No Class 7/2/22 Location: Borden Park Fee: $99 (resident), $119 (non-resident), $25 per T-shirt 12

Wednesday Sessions

Course: #9859 When: 6/08/22 - 7/13/22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm No Class 6/29/22 Location: Borden Park Fee: $ $99 (resident), $119 (non-resident), $25 per T-shirt Course: #9862 When: 7/20/22 - 8/17/22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm Location: Borden Park Fee: $99 (resident), $119 (non-resident), $25 per T-shirt

Saturday Sessions

Course: #9868 When: 6/18/22 - 7/23/22, 10:00am - 11:00am No Class 7/2/22 Location: Borden Park Fee: $99 (resident), $119 (non-resident), $25 per T-shirt

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magic soccer (7-12 year olds) Join Pato and RARA in developing your child’s soccer skills! In this class, participants learn the proper techniques of dribbling, passing, shooting, defending, and game tactics in a fun and exciting atmosphere. Players will train, and then use their skills in small-sided games. Please bring shin guards, tennis or soccer cleats, water bottle and soccer ball.

Wednesday Sessions

Course: #9863 When: 7/20/22 - 8/17/22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm Location: Borden Park Fee: $99 (resident), $119 (non-resident), $25 per T-shirt

Saturday Sessions

Course: #9869 When: 6/18/22 - 7/23/22, 11:00am - 12:00pm No Class 7/2/22 Location: Borden Park Fee: $99 (resident), $119 (non-resident), $25 per T-shirt

Course: #9860 When: 6/08/22 - 7/13/22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm No Class 6/29/22 Location: Borden Park Fee: $99 (resident), $119 (non-resident), $25

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Vardar soccer club As the sport or youth soccer in the United States continues to grow and evolve, the nature and role of the youth club must also change. As philosophies of player and team development are refined, it is necessary for club leaders to create the best possible learning and competitive environment for their players.

Coach Morris Lupenec, with his hand picked staff of soccer professionals, have established a standard of excellence that is evident on the field and nationally recognized. Morris Lupenec has combined traditions of soccer success and proven player development into the Vardar Soccer Club.

All the players will receive age-appropriate training and coaching which will allow them to become the best player they can be and will create a family atmosphere for player and parent participation that is second to none.

Type of Course: Adaptive Soccer Course: TBD When: Summer 2022 Location: RARA - Field House Fee: TBD

Type of Course: Little V’s 3-6yrs

Adult Softball leagues Course: 6311 **FULL** Monday Men’s Lower League Spring Start - End: 04/25/22 - 06/20/22 Course: 6312 Monday Men’s Lower League Summer Start - End: 07/11/22 - 08/22/22 Course: 6313 Monday Men’s Lower League Fall Start - End: 08/29/22 - 10/24/22 Course: 6314 **FULL** Tuesday Coed Open League Spring Start - End: 04/26/22 - 06/21/22 Course: 6315 Tuesday Coed Open League Summer Start - End: 07/12/22 - 08/23/22 Course: 6316 Tuesday Coed Open League Fall Start - End: 08/30/22 - 10/25/22 Course: 6317 Thursday Mens Upper League Spring Start - End: 04/28/22 - 06/23/22

Course: 3740 When: 6/21/22 - 8/2/22 10:00am - 11:00am Location: RARA - Field House Fee: $99

Course: 6318 Thursday Mens Upper League Summer Start - End: 07/14/22 - 08/25/22

Type of Course: Little V’s 3-6yrs

Course: 6319 Thursday Mens Upper League Fall Start - End: 08/31/22 - 10/27/22

Course: 3741 When: 6/22/22 - 8/3/22 10:00am - 11:00am Location: RARA - Field House Fee: $99

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Location: Borden Park Fee: $500/team; $22/game scorekeeper and umpire fee. $64 refundable forfeit deposit.

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youth judo classes Join us for our youth judo classes! These classes emphasize safety and respect for others, while also being incredibly fun.

Beginning judokas will learn to fall safely and master the fundamentals of basic judo, including throwing and pinning — please note, there is no kicks or punching.

Participants can also eventually earn belt ranks. Classes are taught by a certified USJF black belt with over 30 years of teaching experience, including 7 years in adaptive programming.

Participants should wear long-sleeved sweatshirts and bottoms, and uniforms can be purchased from the instructor when the participant decides on a gi.

Youth Judo (3-6 years) May

Course: #3752 Date: Tues/Thurs, 5:15pm - 6:00pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $100 (resident), $120 (non-resident)

June

Course: #3753 Date: Tues/Thurs, 5:15pm - 6:00pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $100 (resident), $120 (non-resident)

July

Course: #3754 Date: Tues/Thurs, 5:15pm - 6:00pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $100 (resident), $120 (non-resident)

August

Course: #3755 Date: Tues/Thurs, 5:15pm - 6:00pm 16

Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $100 (resident), $120 (non-resident)

Youth Judo (6-12 years) May

Course: #5100 Date: Tues/Thurs, 6:00pm - 7:00pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $100 (resident), $120 (non-resident)

June

Course: #5101 Date: Tues/Thurs, 6:00pm - 7:00pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $100 (resident), $120 (non-resident)

July

Course: #5102 Date: Tues/Thurs, 6:00pm - 7:00pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $100 (resident), $120 (non-resident)

August

Course: #5103 Date: Tues/Thurs, 6:00pm - 7:00pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $100 (resident), $120 (non-resident)

adult judo classes Join us for our adult judo classes, open to participants 12+! These classes emphasize safety and respect for others, while also being incredibly fun.

Judokas will learn to fall safely and master the fundamentals of basic judo, including throwing and pinning — please note, there is no kicks or punching.

Participants can also eventually earn belt ranks. Classes are taught by a certified USJF black belt with over 30 years of teaching experience, including 7 years in adaptive programming.

Participants should wear long-sleeved sweatshirts and bottoms, and uniforms can be purchased from the instructor when the participant decides on a gi.

Adult Judo (12+) May

Course: #6000 Date: Tues/Thurs, 7:00pm - 8:00pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $100 (resident), $128 (non-resident)

June

Course: #6001 Date: Tues/Thurs, 7:00pm - 8:00pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $100 (resident), $128 (non-resident)

July

Course: #6002 Date: Tues/Thurs, 7:00pm - 8:00pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $100 (resident), $128 (non-resident)

August

Course: #6003 Date: Tues/Thurs, 7:00pm - 8:00pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $100 (resident), $128 (non-resident)

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Birthday Parties at RARA! Come celebrate your special occassions at RARA! Take the stress out of party hosting and enjoy a range of our fantastic, kid-friendly facilities. Tell us the dates and options that you’re interested in, and we’ll check for party host and facility availability.

Guests can choose from our newlyrenovated Wright Room (capacity: 75 people) or Messy Room (capacity: 50 people), and choose an additional room, including our indoor Playscape, one of our dance studios, or half of the Fieldhouse!

Plus, there’s no additional charges for guests based on party size! Please note that we cannot schedule parties within one week of the party date.

Ready to book or want to discuss rentals?

Please contact Lyndsey at lyndsey@ rararecreation.org or 947-886-0084.

2022 Fees:

2-Hour Party: $230 (+$30 for Wright Room) 3-Hour Party: $330 (+$30 for Wright Room) Bounce House (available with Fieldhouse): • $115 for 2-hour party • $155 for 3-hour party

Each rental comes with a designated Party Host to help you set up, assist you throughout the party, and help clean up after the event. RARA will supply the tables, Please note that a $20 non-resident fee chairs and tablecloths, while you provide applies to all party rentals. your own decorations and refreshments.

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Dance with me

Dance baby dance

A great bonding experience for a girl or boy and their adult companion enjoying music and movement together. Be prepared to jump, sing, laugh and even sing along a little. Girls will need pink ballet shoes for this class. Boys will need black ballet shoes for this class. Parent with child 18 months 39 months.

A beginning exposure to dance and rhythm for young students. Expect creative movement,elementary ballet and jazz fun.

These little dancers are ready to learn very simple choreography. Child must be potty trained, no pull-ups please.

Girls- pink leather ballet shoes, Boys- black leather ballet shoes. Ages 3-4yrs.

Tuesdays - 4:15pm - 4:50pm

Tuesdays: 10:45am - 11:30am

Course: #1802 Date: 6/28/22 - 8/02/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio B Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

Thursdays - 10:00am - 10:35am

Course: #1803 Date: 6/30/22 - 8/04/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio B Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

Tiny Toes Tiny Toes is designed for ages 24 months - 39 months. This exciting, creative movement class will help young dancers develop basic skills and rhythm while enjoying moving and singing to music.

Class is taught using props like scarves, rhythm instruments and more. Students must be potty-trained to participate, and parents are allowed to sit in the room while their child dances independently. For this class, Girls must have pink ballet shoes, and boys must have black ballet shoes.

Tuesdays - 10:00am - 10:35am

Course: #1804 Date: 6/28/22 - 8/02/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio B Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

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Course: #1805 Date: 6/28/22 - 8/2/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio C Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

Wednesdays: 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Course: #1806 Date: 6/29/22 - 8/3/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio C Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

tumble & Tunes Boys and girls warm up and get those muscles moving! Tumbling, motor skills, and imagination are developed through jumping, beginning tumbling movements, moving on hands and feet, and dancing.

This class will incorporate props, mats, and floor beams. Purposeful gross motor skills will be introduced in exercises. Students wear comfortable clothes or dance attire. No shoes required for this class. Ages 4-5yrs.

Tuesdays: 4:00pm - 4:35pm Course: #1807 Date: 6/28/22 - 8/2/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio B Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

JaZZY TOES Dancers explore creative movement, elementary ballet including terminology, learn jazz basics and sing along to their favorite songs. Class is taught using props such as scarves, rhythm instruments, parachutes and more. Girls will need tan jazz shoes for this class. Boys will need black jazz shoes for this class. Ages 4-5yrs.

Tuesdays: 5:00pm - 545pm Course: #1808 Date: 6/28/22 - 8/02/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio B Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

Hippity Hop Boys and girls enjoy free style dancing. learn child-friendly hip hop basics in this class. Dancers will learn rhythm exercises and move to the beat. Students will need sneakers for this class. Ages 4-5yrs.

Thursdays: 10:45am - 11:30am Course: #1810 Date: 6/30/22 - 8/4/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio A Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

Pre jazz/Hip Hop A combination of beginning jazz and hip hop basics for the younger dancer will be learned in this combo class. Students will need jazz shoes and sneakers. Ages 5-6yrs.

Tap & Toes Dancers enjoy creative movement, explore basic ballet including terminology, learn rhythmic tap steps and sing along to their favorite songs. Class is taught using props such as scarves, rhythm instruments, parachutes and more. Girls will need pink ballet shoes and tan tap shoes for this class.

Boys will need balck jazz shoes and black tap shoes for this class. Ages 4-5yrs.

Wednesdays: 4:45pm - 5:30pm Course: #1809 Date: 6/29/22 - 8/03/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio B Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

Thursdays: 11:30am - 12:15pm Course: #1811 Date: 6/30/22 - 8/4/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio B Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

Pre ballet/jazz A combination of beginning ballet and jazz basics for the younger dancer will be learned in this combo class. Students will need ballet and jazz shoes. Ages 5-6yrs.

Thursdays: 5:00pm - 5:45pm Course: #1812 Date: 6/30/22 - 8/4/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio B Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident) 21

pre tap An introduction to tap for beginner dancers. This class will concentrate on developing basic tap skills. Students will need tap shoes for the class. Ages 6-7yrs.

Wednesdays: 5:30pm - 6:15pm Course: #1813 Date: 6/29/22 - 8/03/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio A Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

pre ballet An introduction to ballet. This class will concentrate on developing basic skills.

Previous experience not required. Students will need ballet shoes for the class. Ages 6-7yrs.

Wednesdays: 6:30 - 7:15pm Course: #1814 Date: 6/29/22 - 8/03/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio A Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

pre jazz An introduction to jazz. This class will concentrate on developing basic jazz skills.

Previous experience not required. Students will need jazz shoes for the class. Ages 6-7yrs.

Wednesdays: 4:45pm - 5:30pm Course: #1815 Date: 6/29/22 - 8/03/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio A Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident) 22

pre hip hop An introduction to hip hop. This class will concentrate on developing basic skills.

Previous experience not required. Students will need sneakers for the class. Ages 6-7yrs.

Wednesdays: 4:00pm - 4:45pm Course: #1816 Date: 6/29/22 - 8/3/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio A Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

Ballet beginner The perfect ballet class for students ready to get serious. Dancers begin at the barre with stretches and exercises. Center floor they learn primary movements with the proper terminology. Dancers execute jumps, turns and leaps working across the floor. Class concentrates on developing basic skills for Ballet. Students are required to wear ballet shoes. Ages 8-10yrs.

Thursdays: 4:00 - 5:00pm Course: #1817 Date: 6/30/22 - 8/4/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio B Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

jazz beginner Jazz students improve posture, alignment, balance and flexibility while practicing the steps, kicks, turns, jumps, and fun choreography. Students are required to wear tan jazz shoes. Ages 8-10yrs.

Wednesdays: 5:30pm - 6:30pm Course: #1818...

Date: 6/29/22 - 8/03/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio A Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

hip hop beginner Hip Hop is a style all its own. Students will learn the fundamentals of Hip Hop including but not limited to tops, foot work, power moves, locking, popping, krump, and freezes. The quick paced detailed movements require focus and concentration. Students are required to wear clean sneakers and clothes they can move comfortably in. No jeans. Ages 8-10yrs.

Tuesdays: 5:45pm - 6:30pm Course: #1819 Date: 6/28/22 - 8/02/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio A Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

acro beginner Students focus will be on foundational acro skills including backbend, somersaults, straddle rolls, cartwheels, splits, heel stretches, and headstands. Students are required to wear a leotard Ages 6-9yrs.

Tuesdays: 5:00pm - 5:45pm Course: #1820 Date: 6/28/22 - 8/2/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio A Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

tap beginner Students start by learning and strengthening basic tap skills. Students are required to wear tap shoes for the class and

comfortable clothes. No jeans. Ages 8-10yrs.

Thursdays: 5:00pm - 6:00pm Course: #1821 Date: 6/30/22 - 8/4/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio B Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

jazznastics This exciting class incorporates foundational jazz dance skills with exciting tricks and acrobatics. Students will focus on learning jazz fundamentals including pirouettes, high kicks, split leaps, and more. Participants must have a backbend and cartwheel. Acro skills of focus include backbend kickovers, front limbers, handstands and splits. Ages 6-9yrs.

Tuesdays: 4:15pm - 5:00pm Course: #1822 Date: 6/28/22 - 8/2/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio B Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

jazz intermediate Jazz students improve upon posture, alignment, balance, and flexibility. They will be practicing steps, kicks, turns, jumps, combinations, and fun choreography.

Students are required to wear tan jazz shoes, leotard, and tights. Ages 10-12yrs.

Tuesdays: 5:30pm - 6:30pm Course: #1823 Date: 6/28/22 - 8/02/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio A Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

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hip hop intermediate Hip Hop is a style all its own. Students will learn intermediate techniques of Hip Hop including but not limited to tops, foot work, power moves, locking, popping, krump, and freezes. The quick paced detailed movements require focus and concentration. Students are required to wear clean sneakers and clothes they can move comfortably in. No jeans. Ages 1012yrs.

Tuesdays: 6:30pm - 7:30pm Course: #1824 Date: 6/28/22 - 8/2/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio A Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

acro intermediate

flexibility, grace, expression, and focus.

Students are required to wear leotard and tights. Ages 9-12yrs.

Tuesdays: 4:00pm - 5:00pm Course: #1826 Date: 6/28/22 - 8/02/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio A Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

musical theater Musical Theater combines elements of dramatic theatre, group singing, and dancing. It’s unique choreography blends multiple styles of dance with songs, spoken dialogue, and acting. We will be singing and dancing in the class. Students are required to wear tan jazz shoes and clothing they can comfortably move in. No jeans. Ages 8-13yrs.

Requires 1 previous year of acro. Must have a strong cartwheel and backbend. Class focus will be on balancing tricks, flexibility, front limbers, backbend kickovers, back walkovers, and other more advanced skills.

Students are required to wear a leotard.

Ages 10-12yrs.

Wednesdays: 4:00pm - 5:00pm Course: #1827 Date: 6/29/22 - 8/03/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio A Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

Tuesdays: 5:45pm - 6:30pm Course: #1825 Date: 6/28/22 - 8/2/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio B Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

Jazz funk barrows elements from jazz, hip hop, and contemporary. Music for this class has a strong beat and is influenced by the current dance culture of today. Students are required to wear clean sneakers and... clothing they can comfortably move in. No jeans. Ages 10-13yrs.

lyrical beg./int.

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Jazz funk

Wednesdays: 5:15pm - 6:00pm Course: #1828 Date: 6/29/22 - 8/3/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio B Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

Stretch & strengthen

acro int./adv.

Stretch and strengthen for dancers is for students who have intermediate experience and are ready to progress their technique.

In this class the dancer will learn proper stretching and strengthening techniques, as well as injury prevention techniques.

The class will focus on the elongation of muscles, while working on control, stability, and mobility. Students are required to wear clothing they can comfortably move in.

Open to dancers ages 9-14yrs.

Requires 2 previous years of acro. Must have a strong cartwheel, backbend and handstand. Class focus will be on balancing tricks, flexibility, front limbers, backbend kickovers and more. Students are required to wear a leotard. Ages 13+yrs.

Thursdays - 5:00pm - 5:45pm Course: #1829 Date: 6/30/22 - 8/4/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio B Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

Tuesdays: 6:30pm - 7:15pm Course: #1831 Date: 6/28/22 - 8/02/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio A Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

Leaps & Turns Leaps & Turns class is for the dancer who has an intermediate level or more of jazz technique. The dancer must have basic turns and leaps for this class. In this class the dancer will work on different styles, series, and combinations of leaps and turns.

Must have at least 3 years of dance training to take this class. Students are required to wear leotard, tights, and tan jazz shoes.

Ages 9-14yrs.

Thursdays - 5:45pm - 6:30pm Course: #1830 Date: 6/30/22 - 8/4/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio B Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

contemporary Contemporary is a style of expressive dance that combines elements of several dance genres including modern, jazz, lyrical, and classical ballet. Contemporary dancers strive to connect the mind and... the body through fluid dance movements Students are required to wear a leotard and convertible or footless tights. Ages 11+yrs.

Thursdays: 5:45pm - 6:30pm Course: #1832 Date: 6/30/22 - 8/4/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio A Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident) 25

Ballet Intermediate Requires 3 previous years of ballet.

Dancers begin at the barre with stretches and exercises. Center floor they learn primary movements with the proper terminology. Dancers execute jumps, tirns and leaps working across the floor. Class concentrates on developing basic skills for Ballet. Students are required to wear ballet shoes. Ages 11-13yrs.

Tuesdays: 730pm - 8:30pm Course: #1853 Date: 6/28/22 - 8/2/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio A Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

Ballet Int./Advanced Requires 4 previous years of ballet. Dancers begin at the barre with stretches and exercises. Center floor they learn primary movements with the proper terminology.

Dancers execute jumps, turns and leaps working across the floor. Class concentrates on developing basic skills for Ballet.

Students are required to wear leotard, tights, and ballet shoes. Ages 13+yrs.

Wednesdays: 7:15pm - 8:15pm Course: #1852 Date: 6/29/22 - 8/3/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio B Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

lyrical int./Advanced Requires 2 previous years of lyrical. Lyrical dance combines the graceful movement of ballet with the dynamics of jazz. The choreography tells a story with emotion and expression. Students increase flexibility, 26

grace, expression, and focus. Students are required to wear leotard and tights. Ages 13+yrs.

Tuesdays: 5:00pm - 6:00pm Course: #1850 Date: 6/28/22 - 8/02/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio A Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

Jazz Int./Advanced Requires 3 previous years of jazz. Jazz students improve upon posture, alignment, balance, and flexibility. They will be practicing steps, kicks, turns, jumps, combinations, and fun choreography.

Students are required to wear tan jazz shoes, leotard, and tights. Ages 13+yrs.

Wednesdays: 5:00pm - 6:00pm Course: #1851 Date: 6/29/22 - 8/03/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio A Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

hip hop int./advanced Requires 2 previous years of hip hop. Hip Hop is a style all its own. Students will learn intermediate techniques of Hip Hop including but not limited to tops, foot work, power moves, locking, popping, krump, and freezes. The quick paced detailed movements require focus and concentration. Students are required to wear clean sneakers and clothes they can move comfortably in. No jeans. Ages 13+yrs.

Wednesdays: 6:00pm - 7:00pm Course: #1854 Date: 6/29/22 - 8/3/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio B Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

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dance improv technique Dance Improv. Technique is the process of spontaneously creating movement.

Development of movement material is facilitated through a variety of creative explorations including body mapping through levels, shapes, space, and dynamic movement. Ages 9-14yrs.

Thursdays: 6:30pm - 7:15pm Course: #1833 Date: 6/30/22 - 8/4/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio B Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

mix it up Each week students will learn a different style of dance movement-Jazz, Hip Hop, Musical Theatre Dance, Lyrical, Ballet, and Contemporary. Students must have taken 2 years of dance and be at an intermediate level. Students are required to wear a leotard and tights. Bike shorts may be worn for this class. Please bring sneakers, jazz shoes, and ballet shoes. Ages 9-13yrs.

Tuesdays: 4:45pm - 5:30pm Course: #1834 Date: 6/28/22 - 8/02/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio A Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

pom Pom is a style of dance used during competitions and games. For this style dancers use pom-poms and moves that are sharp and precise. For this class students will learn the fundamentals of Pom. Students are required to wear sneakers and clothing they can comfortably move in.

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Ages 7-10yrs.

Tuesdays: 11:45am - 12:45pm Course: #1835 Date: 6/28/22 - 8/02/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio A Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

Ballet Technique This class is a technical ballet class that will fine tune details. The focus will be on ballet technique. Ballet technique is the foundation of all dance and needed to develop strength and agility in movement.

Ages 8-14yrs.

Thursdays: 6:30pm - 7:30pm Course: #1836 Date: 6/30/22 - 8/04/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio A Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

ADULT CLASSES

Must be 18+ to participate in the adult dance classes.

ADULT TAP Adult recreational dance classes for all levels of ability. This class is designed for the beginner student as well as the student wanting to strengthen their tap skills.

Students are required to wear clothing they can comfortably move in and have tap shoes. Ages 18+yrs.

Tuesdays: 6:30pm - 7:30pm Course: #1837 Date: 6/28/22 - 8/02/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio A Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

ADULT JAZZ Adult recreational dance classes for all levels of ability. This class is designed for the beginner student as well as the student wanting to strengthen their jazz technique.

Students are required to wear clothing they can comfortably move in and have jazz shoes. Ages 18+yrs.

Thursdays: 6:00pm - 7:00pm Course: #1838 Date: 6/30/22 - 8/04/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio A Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

ADULT HIP HOP Adult recreational dance classes for all levels of ability. This class is designed for the beginner student as well as the student wanting to strengthen their hip hop technique. Students are required to wear clothing they can comfortably move in and have sneakers for the class. Ages 18+yrs.

Thursdays: 7:00pm - 8:00pm Course: #1839 Date: 6/30/22 - 8/04/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio A Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

ADULT BALLET

Adult Ballet is in a casual dance setting.

Dancers develop flexibility, grace and poise working through a series of exercises beginning at the barre then moving away to the center and learning the classic steps of ballet and short combinations to beautiful music. Students are required to wear clothing they can comfortably move in and have ballet shoes. Ages 18+yrs.

Thursdays: 7:30pm - 8:30pm Course: #1840 Date: 6/30/22 - 8/04/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio A Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

MUSIC VIDEO DANCE Students will be learning different music video choreography every week. This energetic class will keep you moving.

Students are required to wear clothing they can comfortably move in and have sneakers for the class. Ages 18+yrs.

Wednesdays: 6:00pm - 7:00pm Course: #1841 Date: 6/29/22 - 8/03/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio A Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

WERQ Fitness WERQ is the wildly addictive cardio dance class based on the hottest pop and hip hop music! Join us on Tuesdays for a nonstop workout filled with repetitive athletic moves and fresh dance steps, designed to give you the best sweat.

WERQ instructors build a playlist based on trendsetting pop and hip hop music, keeping each class fresh! Athletic shoes are required.

Tuesdays: 7:30pm - 8:30pm Course: #1842 Date: 6/28/22 - 8/2/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio B Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

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INTRO TO

STRENGTH AND RESISTANCE TRAINING TEACHING YOUNG GIRLS THE FUNDAMENTALS OF STRENGTH AND RESISTANCE TRAINING. STARTING JUNE 14TH TUESDAYS AT 10:00AM-10:45AM (8 WEEKS - NO SESSION JULY 5TH)

REGISTER AT RARAREGISTRATION.ORG.

INTRO TO STRENGTH TRAINING #1800 30 SOUTH ST, ROCHESTER, MI 48307 109

45 MINS

CONNECT FITNESS

BOOT CAMP

45 MINS

BOOT CAMP

109 SOUTH ST, ROCHESTER, MI 48307

STARTING JUNE 15THEVERY WEDNESDAY AT 6:30PM

BOOT CAMP

BOOT CAMP 6/15- 8/10 (NO CLASS JULY 6TH)

Strength training and cardio movements! Designed to push you and keep your body guessing!

REGISTER AT RARAREGISTRATION.ORG. Bootcamp #1801

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Intro to strength and Resistantance

training for girls This course will teach young girls (13-17) the fundamentals of strength and resistance training. The course will start with the foundations of proper form and movement and build on those fundamentals each week. All sessions will run on an interval timer. This will allow the participants to work at their own pace and keep the focus on proper form and fun as opposed to counting “sets and reps”. The goal and focus of the course will be to take the intimidation out of strength and resistance training, empower and encourage the participants and to build confidence. The class will be taught by a certified female instructor in a women’s only studio. 8 week session(class will not meet the week of July 5th).

Tuesdays 10:00am - 10:45am Course: #1800 Date: 6/14/22 - 8/9/22 Location: Connect Fitness Rochester Fee: $120

Prince & princess dance camp Dance to all your favorite princess songs and come to the Prince and Princess Ball in costume on Thursday. Enjoy related crafts and activities. Snacks provided. Please have dancers bring a water bottle. If students have allergies please let us know.

Students can wear dancewear or shorts and a t-shirt, ballet shoes or jazz shoes. There will be a short performance at the end of the week to showcase all the little princesses and princes talents. Ages 4-6yrs.

Tuesday - Thursday: 11:00am - 2:00pm Course: #1844 Date: 6/28/22 - 6/30/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio B Fee: $89 (resident), $109 (non-resident)

jammin’ jazzy dance camp 1

ZUMBA is the combination of Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness class. It’s the big dance/aerobic craze. Grab a Latin rhythm and move those hips. You’ll sweat and love it! One hour class. Athletic shoes required.

Summer fun begins with dance and the fun kicks off at our Jammin’ Jazzy’ Dance Camp.

Activities include Jazz dance technique and choreography. Enjoy related crafts and activities. Snacks provided. Please have dancers bring a water bottle. If students have allergies please let us know. We promise lots of fun, dancing, and energy.

Students can wear dancewear or shorts and a t-shirt, and jazz shoes. Jazz dance experience is not necessary to join the fun.

Dancers can dress as their favorite rock star on the last day of camp. Ages 6-8yrs.

Wednesdays: 7:30pm - 8:30pm Course: #1843 Date: 6/29/22 - 8/3/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio B Fee: $58 (resident), $78 (non-resident)

Tuesday - Thursday: 11:00am - 2:00pm Course: #1845 Date: 7/5/22 - 7/7/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio B Fee: $89 (resident), $109 (non-resident)

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paw patrol hip hop camp

jammin’ jazzy dance camp 2

This summer let’s keep it moving with Paw Patrol Hip Hop Camp. Come dance some hip hop moves to your favorite Kidz bop music and enjoy fun Paw Patrol themed crafts. Snacks provided. Please have dancers bring a water bottle. If students have allergies please let us know. Students can wear dancewear or shorts and a t-shirt, and clean sneakers. Students can dress up the last day of camp as their favorite Paw Patrol character. Ages 4-6yrs.

Summer fun begins with dance and the fun kicks off at our Jammin’ Jazzy’ Dance Camp.

Activities include Jazz dance technique and choreography. Enjoy related crafts and activities. Snacks provided. Please have dancers bring a water bottle. If students have allergies please let us know. We promise lots of fun, dancing, and energy.

Students can wear dancewear or shorts and a t-shirt, and jazz shoes. Jazz dance experience is not necessary to join the fun.

Dancers can dress as their favorite rock star on the last day of camp. Ages 4-6yrs.

Tuesday - Thursday: 11:00am - 2:00pm Course: #1846 Date: 7/12/22 - 7/14/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio B Fee: $89 (resident), $109 (non-resident)

greatest showman dance camp

Tuesday - Thursday: 11:00am - 2:00pm Course: #1848 Date: 7/26/22 - 7/28/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio B Fee: $89 (resident), $109 (non-resident)

under the sea dance camp

This summer let’s stand out with the Greatest Showman Dance Camp. This camp will combine Jazz and Contemporary dance techniques. The music of the Greatest Showman has inspired this camp to be just that, great! Crafts and snacks provided.

Please have dancers bring a water bottle.

If students have allergies please let us know. Students can wear dancewear and jazz shoes for this camp. Students are encouraged to dress up as their favorite Greatest Showman character on the last day of camp. Ages 7-9yrs.

Let’s dance under the sea this summer with Under The Sea Dance Camp. Themed under the sea activities and crafts will be provided. Students will enjoy dances to under the sea music. Snacks provided.

Please have dancers bring a water bottle.

If students have allergies please let us know. We promise lots of fun, dancing, and energy. Students can wear dancewear or shorts and a t-shirt, and jazz shoes. Jazz dance experience is not necessary to join the fun. Students are invited to dress as their favorite under the sea character on the last day of camp. Ages 6-8yrs.

Tuesday - Thursday: 11:00am - 2:00pm Course: #1847 Date: 7/19/22 - 7/21/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio B Fee: $89 (resident), $109 (non-resident)

Tuesday - Thursday: 11:00am - 2:00pm Course: #1849 Date: 8/2/22 - 8/4/22 Location: RARA Dance Studio B Fee: $89 (resident), $109 (non-resident) 33

NEW Staffer:

A Q&A with Recreation Supervisor for Sports & Programs: Matt Higley

We spent some time with Matt Higley, our new Recreation Supervisor for Sports and Programs, to get to know him better and to talk about the upcoming sports camps and programs for the Summer.

Matt comes to us with over 10 years experience developing and facilitating recreation programs.

He has a bachelor’s degree in Recreation and Leisure Services and Masters Degree in Sport and Recreation Management. We are excited to see what Matt will bring to our team!

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Q: Tell us about yourself?

A: First off, let me just say how excited I am to join the RARA team and get to know the Rochester/Rochester Hills community.

My goal is to provide quality programs and enrichment opportunities for people of all ages.

When I’m not at work I spend my days at home with my Fiance and our dog Ford. In my free time, I cook, garden, play guitar, and play DnD. I wouldn’t say I am a super competitive person, except when it comes to board games. My fiance and I have a running tally of winners, and love to compete against each other.

I play sports when I can, specifically softball and kickball. Unfortunately, my softball team hasn’t been able to grab that championship, but this might be the year. I also umpire Softball and Kickball.

I took a small break from recreation during covid and have been ready to jump back in. I love all the programs that RARA has to offer.

I can’t wait to continue to provide the great existing programs and create new ones.

Q: What program are you most excited for this summer?

A: I would say that I am most excited for our high school sports leagues. I think it is a great opportunity for the kids to learn how to manage their time and their team. If we can provide programs that not only fill their need for competition but also helps develop transferable skills, I’d call that a win.

Q: Are there any programs that you are interested in starting here at RARA? A: I am very interested in starting an Esports program. Esports popularity are growing exponentially, and it is hard to ignore them as a viable form of competition and recreation.

I’m not sure what form this will take, whether it be leagues, tournaments or clubs, but I do see us developing something in the near future.

Q: What if I don’t see a program that fits my needs or I have an organization that wants to partner for a program?

A: I am always willing to have a conversation.

Feel free to contact me via email or phone to talk about something you would like to see. If there is enough interest, I will do what I can to make it happen.

Looking for a fun summer job?

RARA is hiring for camp staff, officials, site supervisors and REC attendants!

Applicants must be 18 or older with summer availability - click here to apply Contact our Recreation Supervisors for more information!

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Camp Blue Jay (4-5yrs)

Camp cardinal (5-8yrs)

Camp Blue Jay is a wonderful camp experience for your youngsters. Camp activities include games, crafts, nature activites, sports, special guests, field trips once a week (Wednesdays), pool swimming, snack time, and other adventurous activities. Camp will be held at the Rochester Municipal Park in the Lions Shelter. The Lions Shelter is near the tennis courts and the Rochester Police Department.

Camp Cardinal is an action-packed camp with awesome activities that will include games, sports, crafts, special events, special guests, challenging activities, nature hikes, field trips once a week (Wednesdays), trips to Spencer Beach, and much more! At Spencer Park, activities include a lake with a guarded beach, picnic area, play structure, and sports fields. Campers need to be dropped off at the Lion Shelter at Rochester Municipal Park. The Lion Shelter is near the tennis courts and the Rochester Police Department. Ages: 5-8 years old (Camper MUST have completed Kindergarten; No Exceptions)

Course: #8001-8008 Full Week Dates: 6/20/22 - 8/12/22 Days: Monday - Friday Times: 10:00am - 3:00pm Location: Rochester Municipal Park Fee: $160 (resident), $180 (non-resident) Course: #8601-8608 3 Day Week Dates: 6/21/22 - 8/11/22 Days: Tuesday - Thursday Times: 10:00am - 3:00pm Location: Rochester Municipal Park Fee: $115 (resident), $135 (non-resident)

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Course: #8011-8018 Full Week Dates: 6/20/22 - 8/12/22 Days: Monday - Friday Times: 9:00am - 4:00pm Location: Rochester Municipal Park Fee: $175 (resident), $195 (non-resident) Course: #8611-8618 3 Day Week Dates: 6/21/22 - 8/11/22 Days: Tuesday - Thursday Times: 9:00am - 4:00pm Location: Rochester Municipal Park Fee: $130 (resident), $150 (non-resident)

Important Camp Information!!!

Our counselors are all CPR Certified and experienced in childcare and education.

All activities will adhere to CDC and ACA Guidelines.

Campers need to bring a bathing suit, towel, non-perishable lunch with their name on it, sunscreen, and water bottle. A camp t-shirt is given out during the week of camp.

A detailed schedule will be given to parents on the Monday morning of camp. Additional information can be found on our website.

Med Forms and Behavior Promise Forms need to be turned in the Wednesday before camp starts. You may drop the forms off at the RARA 500 Building or email them to makayla@rararecreation.org. Forms can be found on RARA’s website under Youth Recreation; Day Camps or you can get one at the RARA 500 Building Office. Your child will not be allowed to attend camp without a Med Form present.

LATCHKEY: -Latchkey (before/after camp care) is an unstructured, camp staff supervised, optional service. Our Latchkey format is a flat fee per week of camp you register for. Latchkey’s flat fee depends on how many days the camp is (5 day or 3 day). You will need to purchase Latchkey for each camper attending Latchkey.

-Latchkey Hours: 7am-10am & 3pm-5:30pm HOW TO SIGN UP FOR LATCHKEY: When registering your campers for camp, a question will pop up asking you if you would like to use Latchkey for that specific week.

Hit yes or no if you are planning on using latch key for that week. There is a 15 minute grace period for camp without needing to purchase Latchkey so you have 15 minutes before camp and 15 minutes after camp to drop off and pick up your children. If you originally sign your camper up and hit the no option, but later want to use our Latchkey service, there is a Latchkey course you can go to in order to sign your camper up.

-Camp Staff do not have the ability to take payment for Latchkey onsite so you will need to register for Latchkey before camp or online with a credit card while you are onsite. If you register onsite with a credit card, you must show our Camp Staff your receipt for the week in order for your camper to use Latchkey.

-There will be no reimbursements for not using all available Latchkey hours. Latchkey Location: Same location as your camp

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Camp Raven (9-13yrs) Camp Raven is a great opportunity for preteens and teens to enjoy the great outdoors with new friends and old and take part in thrilling age-appropriate activities. Activities will include games, sports, crafts, special events, special guests, water activities, challenging activities, nature hikes, field trips (Wednesdays), trips to Spencer Park, and much more! At Spencer Park, activities include a lake with a guarded beach, picnic area, play structure, and sports fields.

Campers need to be dropped off at Bloomer Park at the Pine Tree Line Tent. This tent is to the right of the Stone Shelter and back along the pine tree line.

Course: #8021-8028 Full Week Dates: 6/20/22 - 8/12/22 Days: Monday - Friday Times: 9:00am - 4:00pm Location: Bloomer Park Fee: $175 (resident), $195 (non-resident) Course: #8621-8628 3 Day Week Dates: 6/21/22 - 8/11/22 Days: Tuesday - Thursday Times: 9:00am - 4:00pm Location: Bloomer Park Fee: $130 (resident), $150 (non-resident)

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Specialty Camps (6-13yrs) Each week of Specialty Camp, there is a different theme. Each theme will bring its own games, activities, crafts, field trips, trips to Spencer Park, and more. At Spencer Park, activities include a lake with a guarded beach, picnic area, play structure, and sports fields. We will have something for everyone every single week. Check out our website for our weekly Specialty Camp themes. Be prepared to explore and have lots of fun! Campers need to be dropped off at Bloomer Park at the Stone Shelter.

Course: #8101-8108 Full Week Dates: 6/20/22 - 8/12/22 Days: Monday - Friday Times: 9:00am - 4:00pm Location: Bloomer Park Fee: $190 (resident), $210 (non-resident) Dates June 20-24 June 27-July 1 July 6-8 July 11-15 July 18-22 July 25-29 August 1-5 August 8-12 August 15-19

Specialty Camp 8101 Adventureland 8102 Amazing Race 8103 Superhero 8104 Creation Station 8105 Climbing Adventure 8106 Into the Wild 8107 Intro to STEM 8108 Mission Possible 8640 Camp RARA 9-12yr

Sports & Travel Camps (6-12yrs)

Each week of Sports and Travel Camp, there is a different theme. Each theme will bring its own games, activities, crafts, field trips, trips to Spencer Park, and more. At Spencer Park, activities include a lake with a guarded beach, picnic area, play structure, and sports fields. We will have something for everyone every single week. Check out our website for our weekly Sports and Travel Camp themes. Be prepared to explore and have lots of fun! Campers need to be dropped off at Bloomer Park at the Stone Shelter.

Course: #8201-8208 Full Week Dates: 6/20/22 - 8/12/22 Days: Monday - Friday Times: 9:00am - 4:00pm Location: Bloomer Park Fee: $195 (resident), $215 (non-resident) Dates Sports and Travel Camp June 20-24 8201 Sports Adventure June 27-July 1 8202 Super Soakin’ I July 6-8 8203 Game On July 11-15 8204 Everything Edible I July 18-22 8205 Super Soakin’ II July 25-29 8206 Sports Extreme August 1-5 8207 Everything Edible II August 8-12 8208 Super Soakin’ III August 15-19 8641 Camp RARA 5-8yrs

Camp safari (6-12yrs)

Camp Safari! Must Qualify for this program with HUD income limit verification form.

Come spend the summer days with us!

We will have planned activities for your children every single week. This year we will bus the participants over to Bloomer Park or you can meet us at the Pine Grove Shelter at Bloomer Park! Campers will be able to participate each day with an age appropriate group. We will have activities that include games, arts and crafts, nature projects, special guests, and more! We will also plan weekly field trips for the participants.

North Ridge Apartments Pick Up: 8:25am North Ridge Apartments Drop Off: 2:45pm-2:50pm Rochester Estates Pick up: 8:35am Rochester Estates Drop Off: 2:40pm2:45pm Course: #8401-8408 Full Week Dates: 6/20/22 - 8/12/22 Days: Monday - Friday Times: 9:00am - 2:30pm Location: Bloomer Park Fee: $30 (residents only) per week Must register in person at RARA, 500 E. 2nd St. Rochester MI 48307 39

my favorite art class Camp This is the camp your little artist has been waiting for! Painting, drawing, and clay - it’s all so much fun! Your artist will have a blast while exploring many techniques, styles, and materials. We’ll make silly clay owls and an adorable handprint flower garden; we’ll even make a dinosaur that glows-inthe-dark There’s no doubt that this WILL be your artist’s FAVORITE art camp, so be sure to sign up early for this popular camp.

Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child. This is the AM camp the week of June 27. Ages 3-6yrs.

Course: #3762 Date: Monday - Friday, 6/27/22 - 7/1/2022, 9:00am - 12:00pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $165 (resident), $185 (non-resident)

Everyday Heroes Firefighters are brave and strong. Police officers keep us safe. Teachers are smart and caring. Moms and dads love us so! They’re our everyday heroes! These are people and careers that will inspire your little one for years to come. Who better to learn about as we create amazing art? These remarkable heroes will be our inspiration as we get messy with paint, air-dry clay, and Model Magic. Ages 3-6yrs.

Course: #3763 Date: Monday - Friday, 6/27/22 - 7/1/2022, 1:00pm - 4:00pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $165 (resident), $185 (non-resident)

If you are interested in having your child participate in both the AM and PM sessions and need childcare in between, please say “yes” to the Lunch and Doodle Option. Lunch and Doodle is a great way for kids to extend their camp experience.

Use Lunch and Doodle to create a full-day camp experience when signing up for both the morning and afternoon camps. During Lunch & Doodle, a Kidcreate Studio teacher will oversee lunchtime and provide an additional art activity. Please pack a nut-free lunch and drink for your child participating in Lunch & Doodle.

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Art Academy Camp

the messiest art camp ever!

Does your child love art? Painting, drawing, clay- it’s all awesome! We will experiment with many techniques, materials and styles as we make snow globes, paint on canvas, create clay characters and more. Come ready to have an artsy good time in this highly anticipated camp! Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child. This is the AM camp the week of July 25.

Ages 6-12yrs

Does your young artist love to get messy?

So do we! We’ll paint with plaster, sculpt with gooey gunk, make paper mache dragonflies and fling paint like Jackson Pollock. We will even learn some art terms along the way. These are not projects to tackle at home-leave the mess with us.

Making a mess is the best! Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child. This is the PM camp the week of July 25.

Ages 6-12yrs.

Course: #2310 Date: Mon-Fri 7/25/22-7/29/22, 9:00am 12:00pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $165 (resident), $185 (non-resident)

Course: #2311 Date: Mon-Fri 7/25/22-7/29/22, 1:00pm 4:00pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $165 (resident), $185 (non-resident)

Baby shark art class Artists will use mixed media to create a baby shark swimming with its parent!Ages 3-6yrs.

Course: #3764 Date: Monday; 8/08/22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $33(resident), $53 (non-resident)

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mom-to-mom sale

For seasoned moms, this sale is a great way to keep up with your growing childrens’ clothing, toys and furniture needs — saving money while getting the items you want for your child!

Extreme STEAM Retro Camp Get ready for some groovy time-traveling fun! You and your STEAM Team will build a time machine and take a STEAMtastic journey to a different decade every day.

You’ll have a blast rocking around the clock from Fabulous 50’s Day to Far Out 60’s Day to Groovy 70’s Day to Totally 80’s Day to Wizarding 90’s Day! This Retro-riffic camp is one for the history books! 3-6yrs Course: #3760 Date: M-F; 7/11/22-7/15/22, 9:00am - 12:00pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $150 (resident), $170 (non-resident)

For shoppers, early bird tickets are $3 and general admission are $1.

Date: Saturday, 4/23/22, 9:30am - 1:00pm Location: RARA 500 E. 2nd St.

Camp RARA

Camp RARA will be an action-packed camp with awesome activities that will include games, sports, crafts, special guests,field trips, trips to Spencer Park, challenging activities and much more! At Spencer Park, activities include a lake with a guarded beach, picnic area, play structure, and sports fields.

Course: #8640 Ages 5-8yrs @Lions Shelter Course: #8641 Ages 9-12yrs @Bloomer Park Dates: 8/15/22 - 8/19/22 Days: Monday - Friday Times: 9:00am - 4:00pm Fee: $175 (resident), $195 (non-resident) 42

Road Trip U.S.A. Camp Rev up your R.V. for a cross country STEAM adventure! You and your tribe will engineer your way from sea to shining sea from the Statue of Liberty to the Golden Gate Bridge from the Hawaiian Volcanoes to the Floridian Theme Parks to an open road of exciting pit-stops in between. This imagination-fueled excursion across the USA promises to have campers smiling from coast to coast! 3-6yrs Course: #3761 Date: M-F; 7/11/22-7/15/22 1:00pm - 4:00pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $150 (resident), $170 (non-resident)

Challenge Island Science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics Challenge Island is an award-winning STEAM enrichment program where kids work together in tribes to solve fun, hands-on “challenges” which teach them about STEAM fundamentals, cross curricular topics, plus important success skills like creativity, critical thinking, problem solving and much more. Each of our summer camps are packed with activities and learning, and include lots of positive reinforcement and social interaction in a safe setting. In addition, for students who sign up for both a morning and afternoon camp, they are welcome to bring a sack lunch and hang out with our STEAM-professional instructors for the lunch hour at no extra cost, where we’ll provide some additional activities, or some well-earned downtime as needed. We look forward to seeing you this summer on Challenge Island! We are offering a morning camp (9am12pm) in addition to this afternoon camp (1pm-4pm) the same week. Participants can either sign up for one or the other, or they can do both. If a participant signs up for both, we will hang out with the kids from 12pm-1pm so that they can stay all day (9am-4pm) at no extra charge. If a participant signs up for both, please bring a sack lunch.

Arcade Mania steam camp This Kids-Choice Challenge Island adventure puts a 100% SCREEN-FREE STEAM twist on popular video games: From Super STEAMio to Island Blox to Mine Island to Fort Island to retro-inspired games like Space Aliens and Pinball Machines! You and your STEAM Team will swap game consoles for creativity and joysticks for ingenuity and imagination as you take on Islands of low-tech STEAM challenges created with game-loving kids in mind! 6-12yrs Course: #9000 Date: M-F, 7/11/22-7/15/22, 9:00am 12:00pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $150 (resident), $170 (non-resident)

Shark Steam Camp STEAM + Reading = STREAM! This STREAMy camp brings The Bridge to Sharktooth Island, the first book in the Challenge Island series, to life! You and your STEAM Team will join book characters Daniel, Joy, Kimani, and Davinci on their Sharktooth Island adventures from bridgebuilding to pirate ship exploring to mixing up spectacular slime seas. You’ll dive into the fascinating world of SHARKS and tackle an ocean full of shark-inspired challenges!

This FINtastic Camp is perfect for fans of the Challenge Island, Magic Tree House and Magic School Bus book series! 6-12yrs Course: #9001 Date: M-F; 7/11/22-7/15/22, 1:00pm 4:00pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $150 (resident), $170 (non-resident) 43

Virtual petsitting safety

Virtual babysitting safety This class is open to those 9-15 years old.

Learn to be safe and responsible, build confidence, and have a competitive edge over other babysitters with this one-day live virtual class, taught by Live Safe Academy.

Participants can interact with the instructor throughout the course and ask questions like in a traditional in-person class.

Topics will include first aid, when and how to call 911, CPR, choking and more.

Students will also learn how to be safe and responsible when home alone, including what to do if somebody comes to the door and the importance of not giving out personal information. Participants will receive the class link ahead of time.

Course: #0003 Date: Sunday, 06/12/22, 5:00pm - 8:00pm Location: Virtual - Zoom Fee: $40 Course: #0005 Date: Sunday,07/17/22, 5:00pm - 8:00pm Location: Virtual - Zoom Fee: $40 Course: #0009 Date: Sunday,08/07/22, 5:00pm - 8:00pm Location: Virtual - Zoom Fee: $40 44

In this one-day live, virtual class, participants ages 9-15 years old will learn pet first aid and become certified Pet Sitters.

Taught by Live Safe Academy, participants will be able to interact with the instructor throughout the class and ask questions like in an in-person class. Topics for the class will include pet first aid, CPR, choking and more. Participants will receive the class link ahead of time.

Course: #0004 Date: Sunday, 06/12/22, 8:00pm - 9:00pm Location: Virtual - Zoom Fee: $15 Course: #0006 Date: Sunday, 07/17/22, 8:00pm - 9:00pm Location: Virtual - Zoom Fee: $15 Course: #0010 Date: Sunday, 08/07/22, 8:00pm - 9:00pm Location: Virtual - Zoom Fee: $15

Family bingo night Join us for a fun family bingo night!

Participants will be playing 1-line bingo and every winner will get to choose a prize!

The Grand Prize will be a RARA gift card to be used for future RARA programs. Please only register one person per family.

Course: #4605 Date: Wednesday, 7/20/22, 6:00pm 7:30pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $25 per family of 2-4, $4 per additional child

babysitting safety

Petsitting safety

This one-day class is open to those 9-15 years old. Participants will learn to be safe and responsible, build confidence, and have a competitive edge over other babysitters.

This is a one-day class open to participants ages 9-15. Students will learn pet first aid and become a certified Pet Sitter in this course, taught by Live Safe Academy.

Topics will include include first aid, when and how to call 911, CPR with manikin practice, choking, dealing with difficult behaviors, basic care methods like feeding and diapering, marketing and much more!

Students who successfully complete the course requirements are certified in the Live Safe Academy Certified Babysitter/CPR/ First Aid course.

This is an add-on course for students who participate in the Certified Babysitter/CPR/ First Aid course on the same day (students of a previous course can become a certified petsitter by taking the virtual petsitting safety course). This program begins after the Babysitting Safety class ends.

Parents, courses #0003 and #0005 will end between 2 PM and 3 PM depending on when students complete the course requirements. Students need a lunch, snacks, and a cell phone (if they own one).

Students will message you at lunchtime to let you know what time to pick them up. Please check in your student in the morning. Drop off and pick up is in the classroom.

Course: #0001 Date: Sunday, 06/05/22, 9:00am - 3:00pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $65

Class should be concluded by 3PM or 4PM, depending on when the previous class is completed. Participants can bring a stuffed animal with realistic features to practice skills and extra snacks, but aren’t required to do so. This program begins after the Babysitting Safety class ends.

Course: #0004 Date: Monday, 06/05/22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $15 Course: #0006 Date: Sunday, 07/23/22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $15

Course: #0007 Date: Saturday, 07/23/22, 9:00am - 3:00pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $65

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Virtual Self-defense for children This virtual class is intended for children ages 6-11. This fun, interactive and ageappropriate workshop teaches essential, lifesaving information about the threats facing children today, strategies for prevention and real-world self-defense techniques that can be learned from home. This class will also include a kidfriendly section on COVID-19 and other communicable illnesses.

Moreover, this class teaches children that they have a right to be safe, that nobody has the right to hurt them, and that their life is worth protecting. This course is taught by Live Safe Academy.

Course: #0106 Date: Sunday, 7/31/22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm Location: Virtual - Zoom Fee: $15

Virtual Self-Defense for men, women, teens This online workshop is all participants 12+ and is taught by Live Safe Academy.

In this interactive class, participants will learn simple, lifesaving skills that have a proven track record of saving lives. No previous training is necessary to attend, and participants will be able to ask questions throughout the workshop.

Course: #0107 Date: Sunday,7/31/22, 6:30pm - 8:30pm Location: Virtual - Zoom Fee: $30 46

Adult & Pediatric first aid/CPR/AED In this first aid course, taught by Live Safe Academy, participants will learn how to respond effectively to adult, child and infant cardiac and choking emergencies, sudden illness, bleeding and other life-threatening conditions with American Red Cross programming.

Participants will also learn how to use an AED. Upon course completion, an Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certification card will be issued, valid for two years. Please note that you must arrive on time to be certified, so please arrive early. Open to those 9 years and older.

Course: #0103 Date: Tuesday; 6/28/22, 6:00pm - 9:30pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $95

Self-defense for children This class is intended for children ages 6-11.

This fun, interactive and age-appropriate workshop teaches essential, lifesaving information about the threats facing children today, strategies for prevention and real-world self-defense techniques.

Moreover, this class teaches children that they have a right to be safe and that nobody has the right to hurt them. This course is taught by Live Safe Academy.

lunch, snacks, water bottle, bag for activities sheets and handouts. Teaching child safety since 1990, we have the experience that empowers kids with the knowledge, skills and mindset that they need to stay safe. This class is taught by Live Safe Academy. Ages 6-11yrs.

Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 4:00pm Course: #0104 Date: 7/18/22 - 7/22/22 Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $175 (resident), $195 (non-resident)

Session 1

Course: #0101 Date: Monday, 6/06/22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $20

Session 2

Course: #0108 Date: Monday, 8/29/22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $20

self defense & safety camp for kids Kids, have fun and learn to be safe at the same time! Learn real self-defense and practice on an instructor wearing a padded suit. You’ll also learn fire safety, how to use 911, stranger awareness, drug resistance, gun accident prevention and more. Cartoons, art, physical practice and classroom games are just some of the fun ways that you will learn in this camp.

Parents, nothing is more important to us than our children. This camp is more than just a week of fun, it is an investment into a lifetime of safety. Kids will need daily

Self-Defense for women This class is open to women and girls 12+ and is taught by Live Safe Academy. In this hands-on workshop, participants will learn simple, lifesaving real-world self-defense.

Serious topics are discussed openly in a professional manner, and it is recommended that minors are accompanied by a participating adult, when possible. Unpaid spectators are not allowed, and a release and hold harmless agreement must be signed by a legal guardian at the start of class.

Session 1

Course: #0102 Date: Monday 6/6/22, 6:30pm - 8:30pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $35

Session 2

Course: #0109 Date: Monday, 8/29/22, 6:30pm - 8:30pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $35 47

mother’s day baby and me

pint-sized picassos Join Paint Creek Center for the Arts for this perfect class for your young artist.

Each week, students will read a different children’s book and create a related art prject for each. A $30 supply fee is included with the cost of this class. Studnets must be potty trained or have their parents present.

Ages 3-6yrs.

Join Paint Creek Center for the Arts for this fun class. With the help of an adult, each child will make both a Mother’s Day Tea Towel and a key chain, destined to become a beloved keepsake. $10 supply fee is included with the class fee. Ages 18-24months.

Course: #3701 Date: Wednesday, 5/11/22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $40

Course: #3700 Date: Wednesdays, 5/4/22 - 6/8/22 4:00pm - 5:30pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $215 (resident), $235 (non-resident)

magic is fun hands-on workshop In this workshop, young “Magicians” will learn tricks that are easy to do, yet good enough to fool mom and dad. Students will leave with a magic bag full of cool tricks, a magic wand, a balloon animal they learn to make themselves, and instructions to take home with them. This class is very interactive and hands-on. Be ready for fun, laughs, magic tricks, and more! Ages 7-12yrs.

Course: #4624 Date: Wednesday 7/27/22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $20 48

hot pad tiles for baby and me Join Paint Creek Center for the Arts for this fun class. With the help of an adult, each child will create one or more painted hot pad tiles by utlizing their fine motor skills.

Ages 18-24months Course: #3702 Date: Thursday, 6/09/22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $35

Watercolor wonder Join Paint Creek Center for the Arts for this fun class. In this hands-on workshop, our young artist will learn the basics about primary colors, mixing colors, and resist!

All supplies are included. Ages 3-6yrs.

Course: #3703 Date: Thursday, 7/21/22, 4:30pm - 5:00pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $35

Safe on campus Statistically people are at greatest risk for assault twice in their life, when they are going to high school/college and when they are senior citizens. But the most common assaults are easy to avoid IF you know how to recognize the warning signs and IF you know what to do. Learn real world self-defense for everyday people from an instructor who taught an accredited selfdefense course at three college campuses to thousands of college students over the course of 14 years. Simple skills that are easy to learn and remember, and that have a proven track record of saving lives. This class with be taught by Live Safe Academy.

Ages 12+yrs.

Course: #0105 Date: Wednesday, 7/20/22, 6:30pm 8:30pm Location: Messy Room Fee: $35

craft and vendor show RARA’s Craft and Vendor Show is back!

Stop in and see some of the top regional vendors in Michigan as they showcase their goods and services to the Rochester Community!

Date: Saturday, 5/21/22, 10:00am - 3:00pm Location: RARA 500 E. 2nd St.

baby yoda bobblehead workshop What’s cuter than Baby Yoda? A Baby Yoda Bobblehead, of course! Come create with clay, Model Magic®, and more as you create everyone’s favorite character from The Mandalorian. The force is strong with this one!

Ages 5-12yrs.

Course: #2312 Date: Tuesday, 7/12/22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $37 (resident), $45(non-resident) 49

Adventure Club Level - New for 2022

Come join us on the trails this year for another exciting season of mountain biking. Riders registered for this group will have practices once a week. This is a recreational ride group that is focused on teaching off-road mountain biking skills safety, and trail etiquette through group rides, drills, games and fun activities for enjoyment and a less competitive atmosphere.

For ages 6-13yrs.

Course: #3000 Date: Mondays, 5/9/22 - 7/25/22, 6:00pm - 7:45pm Location: Greater Rochester Trail Systems Fee: $60 RARA Club & $60 MiSCA Riders will receive a Club T-shirt.

Equipment Requirements: Participants must provide a bike and helmet. All bikes must be of a sufficient quality “Mountain Bike” type and must be kept in safe, reliable working order.

Bikes must be suitable for riding on rugged terrain, and single-track trails.

Bikes must be equipped with dual hand brakes, multi-speed drivetrains and appropriate tires to provide sufficient traction and safety on loose terrain. Coaches reserve the right to exclude a rider if their equipment is deemed to be unsafe or consistently unreliable.

Rides will be primarily at the following parks and alternate throughout the season: Stony Creek MetroPark, Addison Oaks, Bloomer Park, River Bends Park (in Shelby Twp. off 22 Mile Rd.), Bald Mountain North (other parks may be added) Access to some of these parks does require an additional entrance fee, we recommend all families purchase an annual “Parks Perks Pass” for $64. The Parks Perks Pass provides one year of unlimited access to eight Oakland County Parks as well as 13 Metroparks.

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RAYC Raptors Race Team 2022

If your rider is ready to work on advancing their competitive skills and desires to be part of a traveling cross country mountain bike racing team, then look no farther. The Raptors team is composed of Rochester area student athletes from Grades 1-8.

Riders will be actively training and working to improve their riding skills as well as their mental and physical fitness levels that are required for competition. This program teaches offroad riding skills, safety, and etiquette through group rides, drills, games, and fun activities led by certified cycling coaches. Additionally the riders will be exposed to physical and mental challenges that will help them gain mental toughness.

Riders registering for the Race Team are expected to race in at least 3 of the MISCA race events that occur from August through October. Race Team riders should show dedication to the sport and have consistent attendance at team rides and practices. For ages 6-13yrs.

Course: #3001 Date: 5/9/22 - 10/19/22, 6:00pm - 7:45pm Season starts: May 9th Mondays ONLY June 20th starts Monday & Wednesday rides Location: Greater Rochester Trail Systems Fee: $60 RARA Club & $60 RARA Team; $60 MiSCA (must be registered for all 3) Riders will receive: Club Shirt, Race Jersey

Riders will typically be on the trail 6:15pm-7:45pm, however, ending times may vary and early and late season rides may be scheduled to accommodate reduced daylight hours.

Planned ride locations will be communicated in advance (subject to change based on weather/ trail conditions).

Our volunteer coaching staff is certified in CPR, First Aid, and MiSCA MTB coaching.

All riders must also register through the MiSCA Organization. There is a $50 fee with MiSCA. Visit https://www.miscabike.org/teams/ and choose RARA Rochester Area Youth Cycling Club for your team.

If you would like to be a team sponsor and come for the ride with us please contact RARA to receive the information. All sponsor’s logo will be on our club shirt and team jersey.

To join our coaching/parent volunteer staff, visit https://www.miscabike.org/coaching/ to register ($30 fee) and choose “RARA Rochester Area Youth Cycling Club” for your team.

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ceramic flower magnets Create Spring flowers that will never wilt.

Our instructor will take you through the processes of hand building, creating texture, and coloring air dried clay. All supplies are included. Ages 8-13yrs.

Course: #4504 Date: Tuesday, 8/09/22 6:00pm - 7:30pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $50

basic drawing class Learn the basic skills of drawing in a fun and educational 4 week course. Each session focuses on a specific technique such as contour lines, shading, gestural drawing and urban sketching. You also receive weekly handouts with suggested homework to help reinforce what you learned in class.

Registration fee includes your drawing kit of 7 pencils, drawing book, kneaded eraser, pencil sharpener, ink pen, pencil case, tortillion and carrying pouch. Ages 9-17yrs Course: #4510 Date: Thursdays, 5/12/22 - 6/02/22 6:15pm - 8:15pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $150 (resident), $170 (non-resident)

intro to cricut

beach candle pouring Make sure the summer memories never end.

Students will choose from a variety of colors and additives such as seashells as they learn wax pouring techniques while adding scented oils to make their own candles. Students walk away with a new skill and three great new pieces for their home. Ages 18+yrs.

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Are you thinking about buying a Cricut, but don’t know if its the right choice for you?

Did you buy a Cricut, but haven’t taken it out of the box yet? If yes, this class is for you! You will learn the basics of using a Cricut machine. You will gain confidence as we spend two hours together exploring Design Space, basic tools, materials, and customizing a Starbucks Tumbler with your name and a logo ring! Class is open to anyone 13 and older. All materials provided and included. $45 per person includes instruction, Starbucks Tumbler, and all materials needed to customize cup. Ages 13+ Yrs. Course: #4520 Date: 5/13/22 7:00pm - 9:00pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $45 (resident), $65 (non-resident)

Cricut beginner class 2 easy projects

cricut+ mug press beginner class

In this beginner class we will explore how to use a Cricut cutting machine, Design space, basic tools, and materials to make two unique personalized projects. We will make a keychain with your name on it as well as customize a glass candle! Materials are included. Ages 13+ yrs.

In this beginner class we will delve into how to use a Cricut cutting machine, a Cricut Mug Press, Design Space, basic tools, and materials to make a personalized mug that is safe to throw in the dishwasher or microwave! Materials are included. Ages 13+ yrs.

Course: #4521 Date: 6/10/22 7:00pm - 9:00pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $45 (resident), $65 (non-resident)

Course: #4523 Date: 8/12/22 7:00pm - 9:00pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $45 (resident), $65 (non-resident)

cricut + easy press make a tote bag In this beginner class we will discover how to use a Cricut cutting machine, a Cricut Easy Press, Design Space, basic tools, and materials to make a personalized super cute tote bag! Materials are included. Ages 13+ yrs.

Course: #4522 Date: 7/15/22 7:00pm - 9:00pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $45 (resident), $65 (non-resident)

cricut beginner home decor wood wall decor In this beginner class we will investigate how to use a Cricut cutting machine to make a customized wood wall décor project that will feature your family name!

Materials are included. Ages 13+ yrs.

Course: #4524 Date: 8/12/22 7:00pm - 9:00pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $55 (resident), $75 (non-resident) 53

art around the world

Clay art projects

Each week, students will learn about and create their own versions of various art pieces from countries and cultures around the world. A $20 supply fee is included with the cost of the class. Ages 6-10yrs.

Design your own jewelry from start to finish as you learn how to make bangles and pendant necklaces with polymer clay. All supplies are included.

Course: #4500 Date: Tuesdays, 5/03/22 - 6/07/22, 5:00pm - 6:30pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $130 (resident), $250(non-resident)

Course: #4502 Date: Wednesday; 6/01/22, 6:00pm 7:30pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $50

Clay Jewelry (8-14yrs.)

Bring your favorite animal to life with clay!

All supplies are included in this artmaking workshop. Students are asked to bring their imagination and fun facts about their favorite animal.

Clay Animals(6-11yrs.)

Course: #4503 Date: Friday, 7/29/22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $50

woven thread and bead bracelets Create mixed media cuff style bracelets with us from brainstorm to final product. Students will use a variety of materials including colored floss, wires, and beads to create their masterpieces. Ages 10-15yrs.

Course: #4501 Date: Tuesday, 5/24/22, 7:00pm - 8:30pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $50 54

jumpstart ukelele class Dreaming of summer, spending your time on the beach, playing your ukulele?

JumpStart Ukulele brings you one step closer. This ten-week class gets you playing right away. Participants are required to bring their own soprano or concert ukulele.

Ages 7+yrs Course: #2301 Date: Tuesdays, 5/17/22 - 7/19/22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm Location: Sounds Like Fun Music Studio Fee: $125 (resident), $145 (non-resident)

Beginning guitar class

Beginning piano class

Do you have a guitar, but you’re not sure what to do with it? This is the class for you!

Participants will learn all the basic skills and build the muscles needed to play the guitar with confidence. Get ready to learn how to play open chords, the most common strumming patterns, and great songs! Open to those 8+.

Want to play the piano, but not sure where to start? The Simply Music piano method will get you playing great-sounding music from your first lessons! This playing-based method puts the emphasis on playing, rather than sight-reading.

Course: #2302 Date: Thursdays, 5/19/22 - 7/21/22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm Location: Sounds Like Fun Music Studio Fee: $125 (resident), $145 (non-resident)

Drum circle class Drum circles aren’t just about drumming — they can also be an effective tool for health and wellness. This class is designed to reduce stress and allow participants to experience cooperative team-building and community. Above all, it’s lots of fun! Instruments will be provided, but participants are welcome to bring their own.

Session 1: Families/Children 5+

Course: #2303 Date: Friday, 7/15/22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm Location: RARA Dance Studio D Fee: $5

Session 2: Adults/Teens 15+

Course: #2304 Date: Friday, 7/15/22, 7:15pm - 8:15pm Location: RARA Dance Studio D Fee: $5

Students will start by finding the patterns and shapes naturally found in music, and then apply those same patterns to the “theory” of music. This class is open to anyone 7+. $35 material fee not included.

Course: #2300 Date: Wednesdays, 5/4/22 - 7/20/22, 6:00pm - 6:45pm Location: Sounds Like Fun Music Studio Fee: $125 (resident), $145 (non-resident)

slime class Don’t let your kids sit at home bored this Midwinter Recess! This slime class is open to participants ages 7-12! They’ll have fun making a variety of different slimes, such as scented slime, fluffy colored slime, or themed slime. Plus, participants will get to take home all of the slime that they make at the end of class!

Course: #4623 Date: Wednesday 8/17/22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $12 55

RARA’s 8th annual easter egg hunT • April 9, 2022 Join RARA and the Easter Bunny for our 8th annual Easter Egg Hunt! At this wonderful family gathering, your child can have their picture taken with the Easter Bunny (don’t forget your camera)! Small games and activities will be provided.

Please dress for the weather for this outdoor event, and plan to arrive early — the hunt will begin at the specified time. This event is held at the Rochester Municipal Park by the green Kiwanis Shelter, near the Rochester Police Department. Parking is available in the City Hall parking lot.

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Course: #4610 (1-5 y/o) Date: Saturday, 4/09/22, 10:15am Location: Rochester Municipal Park Fee: $7 Course: #4611 (6-11 y/o) Date: Saturday, 4/09/22, 10:45am Location: Rochester Municipal Park Fee: $7 Course: #4612 (1-5 y/o) Date: Saturday, 4/09/22, 11:15am Location: Rochester Municipal Park Fee: $7

Start smart sports development program The Start Smart Move and Play program is a developmentally appropriate introductory fine and gross motor skills program for children 2-3 years old. Developing these motor skills in a safe, fun and age appropriate environment will ensure that the participants gain strength and confidence in their body. It will help them get exercise and physical activity. Finally, developing these skills will help a child’s ability to do more complex skills in future activities, whether it’s playing a sport, doing school projects or drawing/painting. Ages 2-3yrs.

Course: #3730 Date: Tuesdays, 6/28/22 - 8/09/22, 10:00am - 10:45am Location: RARA Recreation Complex Fee: $70 Start Smart Football is a developmentally appropriate introductory football program for children 5-7 years old. The program prepares children for organized football in a fun, non-threatening environment. Start Smart Football prepares children and their parents for organized football without the threat

of competition or the fear of getting hurt.

Age appropriate equipment from Franklin Sports® is used in teaching throwing, catching, kicking/punting and running/agility. Ages 5-7yrs.

Course: #3731 Date: Wednesdays, 6/29/22 - 8/10/22 4:00pm - 5:00pm Location: RARA Recreation Complex Fee: $70

The Start Smart Sports Development Program is a developmentally appropriate introductory sports program for children 3-5 years old.

The program prepares children and their parents for organized sports in a fun, nonthreatening environment. Age appropriate equipment from Franklin Sports® is utilized in the program. Sports skills developed in this program are: throwing, catching, batting and kicking. Ages 3-5yrs.

Course: #3732 Date: Thursdays, 6/30/22 - 8/11/22 10:00am - 10:45am Location: RARA Recreation Complex Fee: $70 57

adaptive judo

Adaptive werq

This opportunity is designed to support persons ages 14+ with special needs.

WERQ is a wildly-addictive cardio dance class based on the hottest pop and hip hop music! This workout is nonstop, with repetitive athletic moves and fresh dance steps, so participants work up a great sweat.

WERQ Instructors build a playlist based on trensetting, appropriate music.

Judo classes are taught by a certified USJF black belt with over 30 years of teaching experience, including 7 years in adaptive programming for peoples with special needs. Class emphasizes safety and respect for others while being fun as well. Beginner Judokas will learn to fall safely, as well as master the fundamentals of basic Judo (throwing and pinning; there are no kicks and punching) and can eventually earn belt ranks. Just wear long sleeve sweats tops and bottoms. Gis (uniforms) can be purchased from the instructor when the participant decides on a gi. Ages 13+yrs.

Course: #8959 Date: 5/6/22 - 5/27/22, 4:30pm - 5:15pm Location: RARA Dance Studio A Fee: $65 (resident). $85 (non-resident)

May Course: #8970 June Course: #8971 July Course: #8972 August Course: #8973

Course: #8960 Date: 7/15/22 - 8/19/22, 4:30pm - 5:15pm Location: RARA Dance Studio A Fee: $65 (resident). $85 (non-resident)

Date: Tuesdays, 4:30pm - 5:15pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $50 (resident). $55 (non-resident)

Mixed STYle dance class

Layered Gelli Print Making Fun!

This non-recital class is designed for persons ages 14+ with special needs. Join Ms. Erica on Fridays for a fun dance class combining many styles, including line dancing, hip hop, jazz and more. Dance moves will be learned and a combination will be taught over the 6 weeks.

Fun and easy printmaking using Gelli (a gelatin plate), inks, paints, brayers, and more! Colorful creations will be matted and ready to hang up in your home by the end of class. Parents/aides are welcome to attend to help. This class will take place at Paint a Miracle.

Course: #8961 Date: 7/11/22 - 8/15/22, 4:30pm - 5:15pm Location: RARA Dance Studio A Fee: $60 (resident). $65 (non-resident)

Course: #8961 Date: 8/18/22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm Location: Paint a Miracle Fee: $45 (resident). $50 (non-resident)

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Accessibility at RARA

Josephine Falzetta shares her experiences enrolling her son in RARA SCAMP, a summer camp for individuals with disabilities.

For over 25 years, RARA has run its SCAMP summer camp program every summer for children and young adults with disabilities.

SCAMP operates on a 3:1 counselor-to-camper ratio, prioritizing both safety and summer fun for campers 5 - 26 years old. Josephine Falzetta enrolled her son, Salvatore, in SCAMP about 7-8 years ago, and they’ve been coming back ever since.

Q: How would you describe the SCAMP environment?

A: Wonderful! The environment makes it easy for them to make friends, but we know our kids may lack the skills to make that happen sometimes. SCAMP sets it up for them to ... utilize the opportunities if they can, and if they can’t, the activities and counselors help them connect and interact and enjoy it too!

Q: In your view, how has participating in SCAMP benefitted Salvatore?

A: He was able to have fun without us! He was happy to go do something that was his, independent from his family — the same way his older brother was able to be with friends and do all kinds of activities. This is his social time.

Q: Based off your experiences, would you recommend SCAMP to other parents?

A: Absolutely! This environment is fun, has an array of activities and a positive vibe. After a year of school and therapies with demands and goals and expectations, our kids need a camp just to have fun!

Q: Is there a standout memory from Salvatore’s time at SCAMP that you’d like to share?

A: When he told me, “goodbye mom, pick me up later,” I knew he was having fun!

SCAMP will be returning this summer!

Camp will run Mondays - Thursdays each week from June 20 - July 28, with no camp on July 4. Information will be sent to returning families in the beginning of 2022, and more information will be available on RARA’s website as the date approaches.

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softball league This softball league is designed for high functioning persons with developmental disabilities. The team will begin with practices on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Then, they will transition to games against neighboring communities on Thursdays.

This is slow pitch softball rules with low impact/injury balls, tees are available if needed. Players and responsible for their own transportation to practices and games. Shirts and hats will be given. Registration closes April 18, 2022. Ages 14+yrs.

Course: #8904 Date: Starts 5/10/22 on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:30pm - 8:00pm Location: Reuther Middle School Fee: $142(resident), $147 (non-resident)

Intro to theater with open spot theatre This 9-week program is designed for

Come join us as we delve into the world of theatre! Learn about singing, acting and dancing during our time together with a final showcase the students themselves will write. It’ll be a lot of fun! Open Spot Theatre’s program is specifically designed for everyone, from students with developmental disabilities to seniors looking for a fun, new adventure. This particular workshop is designed for people with disabilities.This class will be taught by Open Spot Theatre.

Course: #8980 Date: 7/25/22; 6:00pm - 7:30pm Location: RARA: Wright Room Fee: $42 (resident), $47(non-resident) 60

yoga with Ms. Brooke Come join Ms. Brooke, an accomplished yoga instructor! This 6-week long session is designed to support persons with special needs. Participants will be involved in yoga poses, breathing exercises and deep relaxation. The class will also include interactive games to promote social interaction. Topics will include mindfulness, compassion for others and meditation. These practices work together to balance physiological and cognitive functions, enhancing physical, cognitive, emotional and social development. A maximum of 12 participants.

Course: #8909 Date: Tuesday, 7/5/22 - 8/16/22, 6:00pm 6:45pm Location: Bloomer Park Fee: $100(resident), $105 (non-resident)

adaptive fitness walk For persons with developmental disabilities.

This 4-week group will be led by Ms. Wendy on the Paint Creek Trail for a good cardio fitness walk. Parents are welcome to participate too! Wear gym clothes and shoes. Bring your water bottle. We will meet at the West Entrance of the Rochester Hills Library. Ages 14+yrs.

Course: #8995 Date: Tuesdays, 5/3/22 - 5/24/22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm Location: Rochester Hills Library Fee: $25 (resident), $30(non-resident)

movie night out

diners club

This opportunity is designed to support persons with special needs. Enjoy a movie with your friends at the theater one Wednesday a month. You will pay for your own ticket and concessions. Movies and times are based on the current theater schedule. Spots are EXTREMELY limited, so you must pre-register so that we have enough assistance and space reserved. Movie select will be emailed the week of the program.

One Monday a month enjoy a meal with friends at various local restaurants.

This opportunity is designed to support persons with special needs. Participants pay for their own meal, beverage, and tip. PRE-REGISTER EARLY as spots are very limited and so that we have enough assistance and space reserved in the restaurants.

Course: #8929 Date: 5/18/22, Showing Time Location: Emagine Theater Fee: $6(resident), $8 (non-resident)

Course: #8929 Date: 5/02/22, 5:00pm - 6:30pm Location: TBD Fee: $6(resident), $8 (non-resident)

Course: #8930 Date: 6/22/22, Showing Time Location: Emagine Theater Fee: $6(resident), $8 (non-resident)

Course: #8930 Date: 6/6/22, 5:00pm - 6:30pm Location: TBD Fee: $6(resident), $8 (non-resident)

Course: #8931 Date: 7/20/22, Showing Time Location: Emagine Theater Fee: $6(resident), $8 (non-resident)

Course: #8931 Date: 7/11/22, 5:00pm - 6:30pm Location: TBD Fee: $6(resident), $8 (non-resident)

Course: #8932 Date: 8/10/22, Showing Time Location: Emagine Theater Fee: $6(resident), $8 (non-resident)

Course: #8932 Date: 8/1/22, 5:00pm - 6:30pm Location: TBD Fee: $6(resident), $8 (non-resident) 61