RARA Program Guide: Spring/Summer1 2014

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2014 SUMMER

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Youth Sports Pgs 11-14 Adult Leagues Pg 15 SCAMP Pg 26 Preschool Camps Pgs 19-20

Registration Begins: February 1, 2014

NFL YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL – EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE

Grades Pre K – 8th Presented by: Michigan Youth Flag Football Are you ready for some football? Join the largest youth flag football organization in the state.

Games are played at Rochester Community Schools sports fields! Games are played on Sunday afternoons. Practices take place one hour prior to game time each week to ensure a convenient and fun experience for all. Participates will receive a NFL reversible jersey, flag belt and individual participation award. Games are officiated by MHSAA referees.

This is a 5 vs. 5, non-contact, recreational, co-ed format. Teams are limited to 10 players to maximize playing time. This is an exceptional program for first time players who want to learn the fundamentals of football. This is also a wonderful opportunity for players who may want to continue to enhance their skills before taking the next leap into tackle football.

There are no try-outs! Everyone participates! Children are placed on teams according to their school and grade to ensure classmates are playing together.

Registration Deadline: March 1, 2014 Entry Fee: $128.50 + 3.5% processing fee You must register on-line at: www.MichiganYouthFlagFootball.com For more information call (248) 454-9700

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RARA Board Members...................................4 RARA Administration...................................4 Hours of Opertion..........................................5

Administrative Offices

Customer Service & Registration Offices Facility Hours

Registration Periods.....................................5 Spring/Summer I

Summer II/Fall I

Fall II/Winter

ADA................................................................5 Mission Statement........................................5 Resident/Non-Resident Definition................5 Participation Disclosure.................................5 Cancellation Policy..........................................5 Refund Policy...................................................5 Special Events...............................................6

Kids Day in the Park

Bowling Fundraiser for Camps A Taste of Spring at the River Crest 1st Annual RARA Easter Egg Hunt

Invest in Memories........................................7 Family Programs........................................8-9

Painted Pot - Fun Fridays

Intro to Horseback Riding Horseback Riding Day Camps Sunshine Road Rally Bowling for Camps Kids Day in the Park Painted Pot - Mud & Pizza

Youth Programs...........................................10

Parent’s Night Out

Singing Pop Star Camp

Young Rembrandts Cartoon Drawing

Child & Babysitting with CPR

Shakespeare in The Park,

Love’s Labour’s Lost

Young Engineers Lego Challenge

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Pistons Academy Summer Camp

Rochester United Sharks Lacrosse Beginners Spring Clinics Kids Couch to 5K Track & Field Future All Stars Clinic Gold Glove Prep Pitchers Only Hitters Only Magic Soccer Academy Skyhawks Flag Football Skyhawks Mini-Hawk Skyhawks Quickstart Tennis Tennis Lessons Jim Norgart Golf Academy

Youth Leagues.............................................14

T-Ball Baseball Softball

Magic 5v5 Soccer

Adult Leagues.............................................15

Golf Basketball Softball Tennis

Adult Programs...........................................16

Jim Norgart Golf Academy Digital Photography Couch to 5k Jumpstart Burn & Learn Weight Loss Challenge

Preschool....................................................18

Baby Yoga Young Rembrandts Preschool Drawing SNG Sports Readiness Mini & Mighty Explorers Stay & Play Stretch & Grow Sample Summer Young Engineers

Preschool Camps..................................19-20

Singing Princess Camp Junior Picasso Super Smart Science Explorers Little Princess Camp A Pirate’s Life for Me Junior Chef Dino Daze Messy Fingers Steet Smart Camp Fabulous Fairies World Travelers Going Buggy Summer Fun!

Tumbling......................................................21 Dance....................................................22-23

Hip Hop Belly Dance Dance Baby Dance

Adult Balet Tiny Toes

Adaptive(Special Needs).....................26-28

S Camp Walking Group Bingo Night Softball League Movie Pizza Night Movie Night Out Dance - Performance/Competition

Zumba Muffin Top Meltdown Boot Camp Couch to 5k Burn & Learn

Sanchin Ryu Karate.....................................29 Fitness..................................................30-31 Pilates Bridal Boot Camp Interval Training Basketball Open Gym

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Information Latchkey Traditional Camps

Camp Rocky Road Camp Caribou

Camp Moose Tracks Teen Camp Specialty Camps

Mysteries, Maps, and Riddles

Totally Talented Amazing Race

Mission Impossible Crazy Concoctions

Creation Station Ker-Splat! Ka-Boom!

Sports Camp Series

Sports Adventure Camp

Sports Extreme Camp

RARA Magic Soccer Summer Camp

Pistons Academy Summer Camp Travel Camp Series

Super Soakin’ Spring Break Camp

Animania Everything Edible Kids Empowered Camps

Shoot for the stars Warrior Within

ADHD University Bully Proof Me!

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What’s Inside

RARA BOARD MEMBERS Bryan Wright, City of Rochester Dan Hauser, Rochester Hills Dan Romzek, Rochester Community Schools Ben Giovanelli, City of Rochester Fred Cromie, Avondale Community Schools Jim Kubicina, Rochester Hills Tom Wiggins, 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, 5:15PM at the RARA offices, 500 E Second St. Rochester, MI 48307. Meeting/agenda minutes are availabe on our website at www.rararecreation.org and updated monthly.

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Ron Jewell Executive Director P)248-656-2436 Ron@RARArecreation.org

Mary DiCaro Recreation Supervisor P)248-601-4041 Mary@RARArecreation.org

Dave Word Superintendent of Recreation P)248-656-2437 C)248-805-2081 Dave@RARArecreation.org

Michelle Hale Executive Secretary P)248-656-8308 Michelle@RARArecreation.org

Bob Sautter Facilities Supervisor P)248-656-8308 Bob@RARArecreation.org

Penny Holman Reception & Registration Supervisor P)248-656-8308 Penny@RARArecreation.org

Scott Van Meter Recreation Supervisor P)248-656-2438 Scott@RARArecreation.org

Bernie Cruse Assistant Dance Coordinator P)248-656-8308 Bernie@RARArecreation.org

Nancy Genik Dance - Fitness Supervisor P)248-656-2425 Nancy@RARArecreation.org

Billy Cribbs Youth Sports Coordinator P)248-656-8308 Youthsports@RARArecreation.org

Rochester Avon Recreation Authority (RARA) 500 East 2nd Street Rochester MI 48307

Hours of Operation Adminstrative Offices

Monday - Friday 7:30am - 4:30pm

Customer Service & Registration Office Monday - Friday 7:30am - 8pm

Hours

Monday - Friday 7:30am - 9:30pm Saturdays 9am - 5:30pm **Facility may be opened for additional hours during programs, activities, and special events.

Please check our website for holiday and off peak closures.

Registration Periods Spring/Summer I : March - June Registration Begins February 1

Summer II/Fall I: July - October Registration Begins Late June

Fall II/Winter: November - February Registration Begins October 1

**Some programs do not follow the general registration period timeline. Dates will be posted for the special registration periods in each program guide.

Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.)

Mission Statement

Our Mission is to provide an extensive and varied recreational program, enhancing personal enrichment, and providing for the community’s leisure needs.

The activities and services shall include, but not be limited to: recreational and enrichment activities for all ages, youth and adult sports programs ( non competivitive and competitive), and activities for special populations.

Resident/Non-Resident

To receive the resident rate you must reside within the cities of Rochester or Rochester Hills. RARA is funded through a millage collected in the city of Rochester Hills and a comparable fee in the city of Rochester.

Residency is not connected with the Rochester School District. Residency is determined by where you pay your city taxes.

The current non-resident fee is $20 per program for children and $28 per program for adults. Non-Resident fees are not charged for Special Events.

Notice to Participants

Participants must recognize that all classes/ activities of a physical nature involve some risk, and by registering for a class/activity of this nature there is an assumption of risk by the participants. RARA is dedicated to providing safe equipment as well as qualified staff for all participants. In the event of a serious accident or illness, it is the policy of RARA to:

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

2. Reach the parent/guardian/emergency contact as soon as the situation allows.

Cancellation of Activities

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 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.

All RARA activities are cancelled when the Rochester Community Schools are closed due to inclement weather. In addition, cancellation of programs will be determined by program supervisors as seen fit.

Cancellations will be posted on the www.rararecreation. org home page, as an automated message on our phone system, and for some programs, registered participants will be notified via email.

Refunds

All programs cancelled by RARA will be refunded in full. Participants requesting a refund must submit a refund request in writing at the RARA Community Center, 500 E Second Street. Refunds will be charged a minimum $5.00 processing fee. Refund amounts will be determined on an individual program basis and requestors will be notified if additional fees are assessed. All refunds will be issued by check once the fees have been assessed.

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SPECIAL EVENTS

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FAMILY GATHERINGS GRADUATIONS PARTIES

ALL GAMES ARE JUST $5 TO RENT

RENT AS MANY GAMES AS YOU WANT! ALL GAMES AVAILABLE FOR PICK UP/ DROP OFF AT RARA OFFICE. $40 (TOTAL) CASH DEPOSIT DUE UPON PICK UP. 500 E SECOND STREET ROCHESTER MI 48307

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CALL US AT 248 656 8308

Naming & Sponsorship Opportunities

Our Mission is to provide an extensive and varied recreational program, enhancing personal enrichment, and providing for the community’s leisure needs. The activities and services shall include, but not be limited to: recreational and enrichment activities for all ages, youth and adult sports programs and activities for special populations.

In the furtherance of this mission, RARA is faced, more frequently as time passes, with the need for additional funds for assistance with enhancement, maintenance and operations of RARA facilities and programs. In a time of shrinking public dollars, RARA seeks outside funding through sponsorships in order to maintain valuable and important programs and facilities, as we continue to provide thousands of programs each year to over two hundred thousand area residents.

RARA has designed a sponsorship program that will enhance the ability to deliver recreation services as long as the services and products of those businesses are consistent with and appropriate to RARA’s mission and lines of business.

Our sponorship opportunities include: • Naming Rights - Field House • Naming Rights - Dance Studio • Naming Rights - Multipurpose Wing • Legacy Rights - Dance Rooms 1, 2, 3, & 4

• Sponsorships - Sports, Programs, Special Events

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David Word Superintendent of Recreation 248-656-2437 Dave@RARARecreation.org

INVEST IN MEMORIES

If you are interested in helping us create lifelong memories for our community and would like a sponsorship packet please contact:

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Course # 9406.3

Come and have a new experience in art!

We are breaking out oil pastels, acrylic paints, water colors, and textiles to make one-of-akind cardboard sculptures! Come and explore many art mediums during this fun class!

Date: March 7, 2014 Time: 6-8 pm Age: 7 and up!

Location: The Painted Pot, 421 Walnut Blvd Fee: $30 April – All About You!

FAMILY PROGRAMS

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Course # 9409.3

Back by popular demand! We will mosaic the first letter of the artist’s name using fun and unusual pieces. You will be amazed at the things we will use in this project!

Date: April 4, 2014 Time: 6-8 pm Age: 7 and up!

Location: The Painted Pot, 421 Walnut Blvd Fee: $30

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Roll your sleeves up...we are going to get messy (so please dress appropriately) working with clay! These classes have been developed with fun and more challenging projects for the older clay artist. We will use clay to make unique projects each month using different handbuilding techniques. Pizza and drinks are included.

March – Art Houses

Course # 9407.3

Artists will design and build their dream houses using clay slabs. Make it wonky or an architectural masterpiece, it’s artists choice!

Date: Friday, March 14, 2014 Time: 6 pm - 8 pm Age: 8 and up!

Location: The Painted Pot, 421 Walnut Blvd Fee: $30

Course # 9408.3

Drop in anytime during this class and create this wonderful Easter keepsake! We will use your child(ren)’s handprint(s) to create this sweet bunny platter. The Painted Pot will add the details. Each platter will be personalized with your child(ren)’s name(s) and the year, making this something to treasure for years to come!

Platter is approximately 12-13”. Fee is per project.

Date: Saturday, April 5, 2014 Time: 10 am - 12 pm Age: All Ages!

Location: The Painted Pot, 421 Walnut Blvd Fee: $40

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YOUTH SPORTS

High quality, affordable lessons in the convenience of your own home.

• Our instructors offer experience, patience & proven results • Individual lessons Students learn at their own pace • All skill levels All ages from 5-105

FIRST LESSON

FREE

For all new students Call for details. Expires 1/31/14.

www.at-home-music.com (248) 930-5915

Holy Family Regional School holyfam.org

Have fun experiencing life as a Kindergartener with our Holy Family teachers and build your child’s confidence in literacy, math, active listening and fine motor development!

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YOUTH LEAGUES

Calling all Pre-school Graduates!

ALL CHILDREN WELCOME!

June 9-13 8:30-11:30am

Location: 1240 Inglewood, Rochester $115

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Register: April 21, 2014 at holyfam.org (non-uniform attire)

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Learn more about the benefits of music education for children on our website:

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ADULT LEAGUES

ADULT PROGRAMS

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52999 Dequindre Rd. Rochester MI 48307 248.601.6699

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www.onyxicearena.com Check out all the fun programs at the ONYX!

Learn to Skate Play Hockey Skate with friends Birthday parties

Session 5: 7-Week Program March 5 - April 26, 2014

Phone-In Registration: Feb 18 @ 10:00 am Open Registration: Feb 15 Current Student Registration: Feb 12 - 15

Session 6: 7-Week Program May 21 - July 19, 2014

Phone-In Registration: April 22 @ 10:00 am Open Registration: April 19 Current Student Registration: April 16 - 19 Beginner classes: Parent Tot classes ages 3-5 yrs | Beginner 3-5 yrs start with Snowplow 1 | Beginner 6 yrs or older start with Basic 1 12 to 17 yrs start with Teen Other Classes: Hockey skating skills classes, Figure skating classes, Snowplow 2-3, Basic 2-5, Adult 2-4

FUNdamental Programs

Designed to teach new players the Basics to playing the sport of hockey.

Introductory leagues are open to players between the ages of 4 - 13 years old.

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Rochester Hockey Club

Offering both “house” and “travel” programs for players with at least two years of hockey playing experience.

Call us today for more information or to join a team

astewart@suburbanice.com 248-601-6699

PrivAte LeSSOnS AvAiLABLe! 248.601.6699 email: dpalmeri@suburbanice.com

OPEN SKATE

Have fun and skate with your friends Prices: Times:

Fridays 8:15-10:05 pm Saturdays 2:15-4:05pm & 8:45-10:35pm Sundays 2:15-4:05pm

Lunch Times:

Monday-Friday 12:00-1:50

12 and under $5.00 13 and older $6.00 Skate Rental $3.00

Prices:

Admission $3.00 Skate Rental $2.00

Times and prices are subject to change without notice

Have Your Birthday Party at the ONYX Party packages starting as low as $15 per child includes: • Skate Rental • Skate Admission • Plates, Napkins, Cups, Placemats, Balloons • Invitations • 3 hours use of Conference Area • 2 slices of pizza • 3 Pitchers of pop CALL FOR • 10 children minimum

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PRESCHOOL

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PRESCHOOL

Preschool Camps

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PRESCHOOL

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TUMBLING

Summer Gym Schedule available April 1, 2014 www.rararecreation.org

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RARA School of Performing Arts

DANCE

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LEARN-TO-SWIM

RCS Enrichment offers learn-to-swim programs for everyone. From age 6 months through adults, our outstanding American Red Cross Certified instructors will provide you and your family with a great experience.

All of our sessions consist of eight 40-minute classes and are held on weekday evenings and during the day on Saturdays. We offer small group, semi-private, and private lessons.

Logon to our website or give us a call to register today!

Monday/Wednesday Nights (4 weeks) – 6:00, 6:45, or 7:30 pm Tuesday/Thursday Nights (4 weeks) – 6:00, 6:45, or 7:30 pm Saturday Mornings (8 weeks) – 9:30, 10:15, 11:00, or 11:45 am Saturday Afternoons (8 weeks) – 1:15, 2:00, 2:45, or 3:30 pm

ADULT FITNESS CLASSES

Our wide variety of adult fitness classes are sure to meet your needs. Join one of our Yoga, Zumba, Aqua Aerobics, or core conditioning classes to get fit and live well. They are also great for overcoming those winter blues! These classes go fast, so register soon!

Adult Fitness Classes Include:

Yoga Women On Weights (WOW!) 45 and Over Core Strength Ultimate Body Makeover

Zumba Adult Karate Adult Drop-In Volleyball Adult Dance Classes

WWW.ROCHESTER.K12.MI.US

RCS Enrichment Department 501 West University Dr. Rochester, MI 48307 Phone: (248) 726-3165 Fax: (248) 726-3025 Email: enrichment@rochester.k12.mi.us Website: www.rochester.k12.mi.us COMPUTER CLASSES

Learn basic and advanced computer skills from our wonderful computer teachers at RCS Enrichment.

We cover the most basic of skills in our “Meet the PC” class and go further into specific program skills and uses with our Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, and Powerpoint classes. These classes are great for getting up to speed with the newest editions of Microsoft Office. We also offer one-on-one tutoring. Call or visit our website to find out more.

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MUSIC CLASSES

We offer music lessons through the best programs in the Rochester area: Evola Music, J.C.’s Musician’s Academy, and instructors from RCS Enrichment. We will provide your family with the music training you desire. From infants to adults, we offer lessons on almost any instrument, including voice lessons! You can find out more by visiting our website or giving us a call at the number at the top of the page.

S.T.E.M. EDUCATION

STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, & Math) classes are a growing trend in education today. Learn from our great STEM program providers Mad Science and Engineering for Kids on a wide range of topics including aerospace engineering, robotics, biology, forensics, and video game programming.

Be sure to register right away and save your spot!

OTHER PROGRAMS

Visit our website or call us today to find out more about any of our other offerings!

Gymnastics Cooking Classes Motorcycle Training

Foreign Languages Horsemanship Finance & Home Buying

Photography Youth Karate Dog Obedience

Call Us At 248-726-3165

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Summer Fitness Schedule available April 1, 2014 www.rararecreation.org

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Summer Fitness Schedule available April 1, 2014 www.rararecreation.org

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