RARA Recreation Magazine Sep-Dec 2022

Recreation September 2022 - December 2022

www.rararecreation.org

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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: 9am - 3pm/Sunday: 12pm - 4pm Click here for our Printable Registration Form

Staff Contacts

Dave Word, CYSA CPRP Interim Executive Recreation Director Call 947-886-0089 Dave@RARArecreation.org

Michelle Hale Administrative Assistant Call 947-886-0038 Michelle@RARArecreation.org Kori Word Customer Service Manager & Facility Reservations Call 947-886-0081 Kori@RARArecreation.org FacilityReservations@RARArecreation.org Jim Marshall Facility Maintenance Supervisor Call 947-886-0094 Jim@RARArecreation.org

Lyndsey Ramsay, CPRP CTRS Adaptive Recreation, Early Childhood Programs, and Party Rentals Call 947-886-0084 Lyndsey@RARArecreation.org Matt Higley, CYSA Sports & Programs Supervisor Call 947-886-0088 Matt@RARArecreation.org Makayla Kroening, CPRP Events, Day Camps, and Enrichment Call 947-886-0082 Makayla@RARArecreation.org Liz Walker-Kreutziger Performing Arts, Dance, and Fitness Call 947-886-0093 Liz@RARArecreation.org Jake Kroening, CYSA Recreation Coordinator Call 947-886-0088 Jake@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. Non Residents pay an additional 20%, mined by program supervisors as seen fit. capped at $20 per program in addition to the resident rate.

Cancellations will be posted at: www.rararecreation. org, Facebook/Instagram/Twitter (@RARArecreation), and for some programs, registered participants will be notified via email.

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RARA Partners and Sponsors

We would like to thank all of our partners and sponsors who team up with us each season here at RARA to create recreational opportunities for all of our residents and guests! Together we make this community a top destination to live, work, and play!

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

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Dance classes for all ages and skill levels!

27 Fitness classes, winter dance

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camps, senior programs, and 1 day dance pop up classes!

32 Art, music, STEAM, Slime, and many more recreation programs!

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Fall Mom2Mom sale information...

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Special events, including the Fall Craft & Vendor Show

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Adaptive programs, including Judo, bowling, and theatre.

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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Fall t-ball This division will play on Sunday Afternoons at Hallbach. Practices will begin September 11th. Teams will have 3 practices followed by 5 games. Players will receive a hat, league jerseys, picture day, and a great participation award. Teams will be organized by what school the player attends or will attend. For ages 4-6.

Course: #5100 Sunday T-Ball When: Sundays; 9/11/22-10/30/22 Locations: Halbach Field Fee: $120 (resident) $140 (non-resident)

Modified kid pitch baseball/softball This league follows a modified kid pitch rule.

Teams will play 6 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.

Course: #5103 Modified Pitch Baseball When: Tu/Th; 9/6/22-10/27/22 Course: #5104 Modified Pitch Softball When: Mon/Wed; 9/7/22-10/26/22 Locations: Rochester Community Schools Fee: $205 (resident) $225 (non-resident)

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 6 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: #5101Coach Pitch Baseball When: Tu/Th; 9/6/22-10/27/22 Course: #5102 Coach Pitch Softball When: Mon/Wed; 9/7/22-10/26/22 Locations: Rochester Community Schools Fee: $165 (resident) $185 (non-resident) 6

kid pitch baseball/softball Teams will play 6 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: #5006 Kid Pitch Baseball When: Tu/Th; 9/6/22-10/27/22 Course: #5007 KidPitch Softball When: Mon/Wed; 9/7/22-10/26/22 Locations: Rochester Community Schools Fee: $205 (resident) $225 (non-resident)

middle school cross country

This program is offered in partnership with Rochester Community Schools-Enrichment. Hart Middle School XC Club is for boys and girls in grades 6th-8th. Runners will represent their middle schools. Practices and meets will be determined by the middle school coach. Runners will receive professional coaching and a singlet with school name and colors for competition.

Grades 6-8.

Course: #5176 Hart MS Course: #5177Reuther MS Course: #5178 Van Hoosen MS Course: #5179 West MS When: 8/30/22 - 10/30/22; Locations: RCS Middle Schools Fee: $100 (resident) $120 (non-resident) $20 uniform fee (if you don’t have one from last season or you need a new size)

Fall 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:Tuesdays, 9/20/22-11/8/22 Locations: RARA Fieldhouse Fee: $110 (resident) $130 (non-resident) Course: #5012 High School When:Tuesdays, 9/20/22-11/8/22 Locations: RARA Fieldhouse Fee: $110 (resident) $130 (non-resident)

roadrunners cross country RARA RoadRunners XC Club is for boys and girls in grades 3-8. Practices begin the end of August. Practices and meets will be determined by the coach and updated prior to the season. Runners will compete at four meets and practice at minimum three times per week. Runners will receive professional coaching and a singlet for competition.

Course: #5175 When: M-Th End of August - October Locations: Rochester Municipal Park Fee: $100 (resident) $120 (non-resident) $20 uniform fee (if you don’t have one from last season or you need a new size)

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E-Sports - Fortnite League

Compete in a Solo format kill race style league with a regular season, followed by a single elimination tournament. . Participants will compete weekly, taking their best 3 games in a two hours span. Scoring based on eliminations and placement in those 3 best games. The league will run every Monday from 5-7pm starting on September 12th!

Course: #5300 Fortnite Solo League 14U Course: #5301 Fortnite Solo League 15+ When: Monday; 9/12/22-10/17/22 5:00pm - 7:00pm Locations: Virtual - From your home with your game system Fee: $20 (resident) $24(non-resident)

E-Sports - MADDEN LEAGUE

Compete in a Head to Head Madden League where you will play one opponent head up weekly using regular NFL teams. Players are free to chose what team they will use. We will have a 4 week regular season followed by a single elimination tournamnet over the course of the last 2 weeks to crown a champion!

Course: #5302 18U XBOX

Course: #5303 18U PLAYSTATION Course: #5304 18+ XBOX Course: #5305 18+ PLAYSTATION When: Monday; 9/12/22-10/17/22 5:00pm - 6:00pm Locations: Virtual - From your home with your game system Fee: $20 (resident) $24(non-resident)

E-Sports - Fortnite CREATIVE 1VS1 TOURNAMENT

This tournament will take place in creative in a special map and we will set up a bracket to crown a champ! Players will need to provide their own gaming equipment.

Course: #5306 CREATIVE 1V1 TOURNEY When: 9/6/2022 5:00pm - 7:00pm Locations: Virtual - From your home with your game system Fee: $15 (resident) $18(non-resident)

E-Sports - FALL GUYS TOURNAMENT

Everyone will compete at the same time over the course of the 2 hours playing public matches and you will take your 3 best games over the course of the time. We will have a points system including points for each round passed in those best 3 games and of course for wins. Players will need to provide their own gaming equipment.

Course: #5307 FALL GUYS When: 10/27/2022 5:00pm - 7:00pm Locations: Virtual - From your home with your game system Fee: $15 (resident) $18(non-resident)

E-Sports - ROCKET LEAGUE TOURNAMENT

This tournament will be a 1v1 style tournament where we will make a bracket that you will play through to crown a champ! Players will need to provide their own gaming equipment.

Course: #5307 FALL GUYS When: 10/27/2022 5:00pm - 7:00pm Locations: Virtual - From your home with your game system Fee: $15 (resident) $18(non-resident) 8

G A L F A S ’ E R E TH !

U O Y R O F E U G A LE Join National Flag Football, a developmental NFL FLAG football league designed to teach and inspire.

Practices are conveniently held one hour prior to games making flag football the perfect sport for families with a busy schedule.

WHO

Exclusively for boys and girls in Pre-Kindergarten - 8th grade No experience is necessary

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SIGN UP FOR

FALL

Rochester - Adams High School

WHEN

Games and practices hosted on Sunday Season begins: September 11, 2022

REGISTER BY: July 31, 2022

Athletes receive an NFL FLAG jersey & flag belt to keep

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Fall youth basketball leagues Course: #5500 K-1 Basketball When: Saturdays; 9/10/22-11/12/22 Locations: Rochester Community Schools Fee: $205(resident) $225 (non-resident) The K-1 league is coed and plays on 8 foot basketball hoops which allows for higher scoring games. This league is 2 practices and 5 weeks of games with help from officials and coaches throughout the games. Team rosters will be determined by school. RARA does not take coach or friend requests. Volunteer coaches will be needed.

Course: #5501 2nd - 3rd Basketball When: Saturdays; 9/10/22-11/12/22 Locations: Rochester Community Schools Fee: $205(resident) $225 (non-resident) Although some leeway is given to beginner players, officials will make calls in an effort to teach, as well as to enforce the rules. Coaches are parent volunteers and players will play on 9 foot rims. Teams may play any style of half court defense in the first half and cannot steal the dribble until the second half. 28.5 inch ball is used for games. Teams will have 2 practices and 5 games. Team rosters will be determined by school. RARA does not take coach or friend requests. Volunteer coaches will be needed.

Course: #5503(Girls) #5502(Boys) 4th-5th Basketball When: Saturdays; 9/10/22-11/12/22 Locations: Rochester Community Schools Fee: $205(resident) $225 (non-resident) This division uses MHSAA rules and officials call it by the book. Coaches are parent 10

volunteers and regulation rims (10’) are used along with a 28.5 inch ball. Teams will have 2 practices and 5 regular season games with 2 weeks of single elimination playoffs. Team rosters will be determined by school. RARA does not take coach or friend requests. Volunteer coaches will be needed.

Cornhole Social Enjoy Friday Night fun in downtown Rochester. Start the night with our food trucks, cornhole, and BYOB in the fieldhouse. Then head downtown and enjoy the rest of the night! Teams play 3-4 games each night against opposing teams, ending the 5 week season with a final (seeded) tournament to determine the winners of the league!

Course: #6390 When: Fridays, 700pm - 900pm 9/30/2022 - 10/28/2022 Course: #6390 When: Fridays, 700pm - 900pm 11/4/2022 - 12/9/2022 Locations: RARA Recreation Fee: $35 per player, $70 per team

10U, 12U & 14u volleyball leagues This league format is a great way to prepare for the AAU and Middle School Season. Our volleyball leagues are open to those ages 8 - 14.

Registration for each league closes August 26, 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. Saturdays for 9 weeks.

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: 9/17/22 - 11/12/22 Location: Rochester Community Schools Fee: $225(resident) $245 (non-resident)

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. Saturdays for 9 weeks.

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: 9/17/22 - 11/12/22 Location: Rochester Community Schools Fee: $225(resident) $245 (non-resident)

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. Saturdays for 9 weeks.

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: 9/17/22 - 11/12/22 Location: Rochester Community Schools Fee: $225(resident) $245 (non-resident) 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: 9/7/22 - 10/19/22, 6:30pm - 7:15pm No Class 9/28/22 Location: Bloomer Park Course: #9861 When: 11/2/22 - 12/14/22, 6:30pm - 7:15pm No Class 11/23/22 Location: Fieldhouse North

Saturday Sessions

Course: #9867 When: 9/17/22 - 10/22/22, 10:00am - 10:45am Location: Fieldhouse North Course: #9870 When: 10/29/22 -12/17/22, 10:00am - 10:45am No Class 11/12/22, 11/26/22 Location: Fieldhouse North Fee: $119 (resident), $139 (non-resident), $25 per T-shirt 12

Wednesday Sessions

Course: #9859 When: 9/7/22 - 10/19/22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm No Class 9/28/22 Location: Bloomer Park Course: #9862 When: 11/2/22 - 12/14/22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm No Class 11/23/22 Location: Fieldhouse South

Saturday Sessions

Course: #9868 When: 9/17/22 - 10/22/22, 10:00am - 11:00am Location: Fieldhouse South Course: #9871 When: 10/29/22 -12/17/22, 10:00am - 10:45am No Class 11/12/22, 11/26/22 Location: Fieldhouse South

Fee: $119 (resident), $139 (non-resident), $25 per T-shirt

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: #9859 When: 9/7/22 - 10/19/22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm No Class 9/28/22 Location: Bloomer Park Course: #9863 When: 11/2/22 - 12/14/22, 7:30pm - 8:30pm No Class 11/23/22 Location: Fieldhouse North

Saturday Sessions

Course: #9869 When: 9/17/22 - 10/22/22, 11:00am-12:00pm Location: Fieldhouse North Course: #9872 When: 10/29/22 -12/17/22, 11:00am-12:00pm No Class 11/12/22, 11/26/22 Location: Fieldhouse North Fee: $119 (resident), $139 (non-resident), $25 per T-shirt

magic soccer (Advanced) Pato Margetic & his trainers offer advanced soccer training for players ready to compete at the next level. Program is tailored towards intermediate & select/travel players. Pato “The Magic Man” Margetic has played for the Argentina Jr National Team, Borussia Dortmund, the Detroit Express, Chicago Sting, was a professional player/coach for over 10 years & youth soccer coach/director for over 20 years which has given him the experience to train soccer players and develop them to the highest level. Bring shin guards, water bottle and soccer.

Tuesday Sessions

Course: #9900 7-10 Year Boys When: 11/1/22 - 1/17/23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm No Class 11/22/22, 12/20/22, 12/27/22 Location: Fieldhouse North Course: #9901 11-14 Year Boys When: 11/1/22 - 1/17/23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm No Class 11/22/22, 12/20/22, 12/27/22 Location: Fieldhouse North Course: #9910 7-12 Year Girls When: 11/1/22 - 1/17/23, 5:00pm - 6:00pm No Class 11/22/22, 12/20/22, 12/27/22 Location: Fieldhouse North

Fee: $249(resident), $269 (non-resident), $25 per T-shirt

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Vardar soccer club Little V’s is a beginner soccer program for toddlers and young children, aged 3-6 years old.

Our program provides a safe and fun learning environment for your child to become engaged with soccer at its foundation. Your child will reach basic, early developmental milestones in balance, coordination, socialization, and emotional development. Little V’s helps prepare the Vardar soccer stars of the future!

Location: RARA - Field House Fee: $99 (resident), $119 (non-resident) Course: #3740 Morning; 9:00am - 9:45am When: Tuesdays; 9/20/22-10/18/22 Course: #3741 Afternoon; 1:15pm - 2:00pm When: Tuesdays; 9/20/22-10/18/22 Course: #3742 Morning; 10:00am - 10:45am When: Wednesdays; 9/21/22-10/19/22 Course: #3743Afternoon; 1:15pm - 2:00pm When: Wednesdays; 9/21/22-10/19/22 Course: #3745 Morning; 9:00am - 9:45am When: Tuesdays; 11/1/22-12/6/22 Course: #3746 Afternoon; 1:15pm - 2:00pm When: Tuesdays; 11/1/22-12/6/22 Course: #3747 Morning; 10:00am - 10:45am When: Wednesday; 11/2/22-12/7/22 Course: #3748 Afternoon; 1:15pm - 2:00pm When: Wednesday 11/2/22-12/7/22 Course: #3749 Evening; 5:15pm - 6:00pm When: Fridays; 11/4/22-12/9/22

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Adult Softball leagues

Course: 6313 Monday Men’s Lower League Fall Start - End: 08/29/22 - 10/24/22 Course: 6316 Tuesday Coed Open League Fall Start - End: 08/30/22 - 10/25/22

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

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

Spring 2022 Champions

MONDAY MEN’S LOWER LEAGUE We Got The Runs THURSDAY MEN’S UPPER LEAGUE Bandits TUESDAY COED OPEN LEAGUE Nut Muffins

Summer 2021 Champions

MONDAY MEN’S LOWER LEAGUE O’Connor’s Public House THURSDAY MEN’S UPPER LEAGUE Astros TUESDAY COED OPEN LEAGUE Dubble Bubble/Fresh Coast

Fall 2021 Champions

MONDAY MEN’S LOWER LEAGUE We Got The Runs THURSDAY MEN’S UPPER LEAGUE Bubble Guts TUESDAY COED OPEN LEAGUE Dubble Bubble/Fresh Coast

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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) September

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

October

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

November No Class 11/24

Course: #3754 Date: Tues/Thurs, 5:15pm - 6:00pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $90(resident), $108 (non-resident)

December No Class 12/27,12/29 Course: #3755 Date: Tues/Thurs, 5:15pm - 6:00pm 16

Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $80 (resident), $96 (non-resident)

Youth Judo (6-12 years) September

Course: #5000 Date: Tues/Thurs, 6:00pm - 7:00pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $100 (resident), $120 (non-resident)

October

Course: #5001 Date: Tues/Thurs, 6:00pm - 7:00pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $100 (resident), $120 (non-resident)

November No Class 11/24

Course: #5002 Date: Tues/Thurs, 6:00pm - 7:00pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $90(resident), $108 (non-resident)

December No Class 12/27,12/29

Course: #5003 Date: Tues/Thurs, 6:00pm - 7:00pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $80 (resident), $96 (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+) September

Course: #6000 Date: Tues/Thurs, 7:00pm - 8:00pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $100 (resident), $120 (non-resident)

October

Course: #6001 Date: Tues/Thurs, 7:00pm - 8:00pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $100 (resident), $120 (non-resident)

November No Class 11/24

Course: #6002 Date: Tues/Thurs, 7:00pm - 8:00pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $90(resident), $108 (non-resident)

December No Class 12/27,12/29

Course: #6003 Date: Tues/Thurs, 7:00pm - 8:00pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $80 (resident), $96 (non-resident)

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AGE

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Red Ball

6-10

Tues

6:30-7:30 pm

Red Ball

6-10

Thurs

6:30-7:30 pm

Red Ball

6-10

Sat

11:00a-12:00 pm

Red Ball

6-10

Sun

3:00-4:00 pm

Teen Beginner

11-16

Mon

6:30-7:30 pm

Teen Beginner

11-16

Wed

6:30-7:30 pm

Teen Beginner

11-16

Fri

4:30-5:30 pm

Teen Beginner

11-16

Sat

12:00-1:00 pm

Red Ball - Young beginners learning the basics. Emphasis on

Teen Beginner

11-16

Sat

1:00-2:00 pm

correct grips/technique, fun games and hand/eye coordination.

Low compression red balls and mini nets help players succeed.

Teen Beginner

11-16

Sun

4:00-5:00 pm

Orange Ball

8-11

Tues

6:30-7:30 pm

Orange Ball - A continuation of Red Ball, players work to refine

Orange Ball

8-11

Wed

6:30-7:30 pm

their strokes. Low compression orange balls are used.

Orange Ball

8-11

Thurs

6:30-7:30 pm

Teen Beginner - A class designed especially for teens and pre-

Orange Ball

8-11

Fri

5:30-6:30 pm

teens who are new to the game of tennis and want to learn to play tennis. Players will advance to Green Dot, Junior Excellence or High School training, based on age and level of play.

Orange Ball

8-11

Sat

12:00-1:00 pm

Orange Ball

8-11

Sat

1:00-2:00 pm

Orange Ball

8-11

Sun

3:00-4:00 pm

Green Dot Ball

10-13

Mon

6:30-7:30 pm

Green Dot Ball

10-13

Tues

6:30-7:30 pm

Green Dot Ball

10-13

Thurs

6:30-7:30 pm

Green Dot Ball

10-13

Fri

4:30-5:30 pm

Green Dot Ball

10-13

Fri

5:30-6:30 pm

Green Dot Ball

10-13

Sat

1:00-2:00 pm

Green Dot Ball

10-13

Sun

4:00-5:00 pm

Junior Excellence

11-14

Tues

5:00-6:30 pm

Junior Excellence

11-14

Thurs

5:00-6:30 pm

Junior Excellence

11-14

Sat

2:00-3:30 pm

Junior Excellence

11-14

Sun

12:00-1:30 pm

High School Varsity

14-18

Sat

3:30-5:00 pm

Adult Intermediate - Adults 17+ / NTRP 3.0-3.5 players.

High School Varsity

14-18

Sun

1:30-3:00 pm

Organized Practice - Adults 17+ / NTRP 3.5+ players.

Adult Beginner

17+

Mon

7:30-9:00 pm

Adult Beginner

17+

Wed

11:30a-1:00 pm

Adult Adv Beginner

17+

Tues

10:30a-12:00 pm

TOP FLIGHT ACADEMY—For Advanced Juniors. There are

Adult Adv Beginner

17+

Wed

7:30-9:00 pm

level requirements for this program. Please inquire 248-253-9300.

Adult Intermediate

17+

Tues

10:30a-12:00 pm

REGISTER ONLINE www.wessenitc.com

Adult Intermediate

17+

Thurs

7:30-9:00 pm

Organized Practice

17+

Sat

9:30-11:00 am

Rock & Roll Tennis

17+

Sun

10:30a-12:00pm

12-18

M-Th

4:30-6:30 pm

FALL SESSION I (7 weeks): September 12- October 30 FALL SESSION II (7 weeks): October 31 - December 18* *no class on Thanksgiving, 11/24

One Hour Classes: $176 per 7-week session One-and-a-Half Hour Classes: $265 per 7-week session

Green Dot Ball - Players are beginning to rally the ball successfully. Green Dot balls are used, transitioning into regulation balls.

This class is the next step from Teen Beginner and/or Orange Ball.

Junior Excellence - Players with lesson experience, who can rally the ball, that are striving for excellence and increased match play. This is an appropriate class for Middle School team players.

High School Varsity Training- Aspiring tournament players and High School Varsity and JV team players. Match Play is front and center, with live ball drills and on-court coaching.

Adult Beginner - Adults 17+ who have never played tennis, or have been away from the sport for a long time.

Adult Adv, Beginner - Adults 17+ / NTRP 2.5-3.0 players.

Rock & Roll Tennis - Adults 17+ / NTRP 3.0-4.0 players.

248-253-9300

TOP FLIGHT ACADEMY

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2022-2023 Youth Recital Classes

These classes are recital classes and will continue after the new year. A second tuition payment isdue in the winter session. Winter payment is lower due to costumes being ordered in the fall session. The recital will be in June.

1300 Dance Baby Dance- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/19-12/12 $210. Ages 3-4 yrs.

M-4:15-5:00pm Studio A 1301 Dance Baby Dance- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/21-12/14 $210. Ages 3-4 yrs.

Wed-10:20-11:05am Studio A 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.

1302 Tumble and Tunes- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/19-12/12 $210. Ages 4-5 yrs.

M-5:30-6:05pm Studio C 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.

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1303 Jazzy Toes- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/19-12/12 $210. Ages 4-5 yrs.

M-1:00-1:45pm Studio B 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.

1304 Tap and Toes- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/20-12/13 $210. Ages 4-5 yrs.

T-5:15-6:00pm Studio B 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 black jazz shoes and black tap shoes for this class 1305 Tap and Toes- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/15-12/15 $210. Ages 4-5 yrs.

TH-10:45-11:30am Studio A 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.

1306 Jazzy Toes- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/19-12/12 $210. Ages 4-5 yrs.

M-4:30-5:15pm Studio B 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.

1308 Pre Ballet/Jazz- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/19-12/12 M-6:10-6:55pm Studio C 1342 Pre Ballet/Jazz- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/19-12/12 $210. Ages 5-6 yrs.

M-6:00-6:45pm Studio A 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.

1309 Pre Ballet/Tap- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/21-12/14 $210. Ages 5-6 yrs.

W-4:15-5:00pm Studio B A combination of beginning ballet and tap basics for the younger dancer will be learned in this combo class. Students will need ballet shoes and tan tap shoes.

1310 Pre Jazz/Tap- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/16/-12/16 $210. Ages 5-6 yrs.

F-6:00-6:45pm Studio A A combination of beginning jazz and tap basics for the younger dancer will be learned in this combo class. Students will need jazz shoes and tan tap shoes.

1311 Pre Jazz/Hip Hop- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/19-12/12 $210. Ages 5-6 yrs.

M-5:15-6:00pm Studio D 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.

1312 Pre Tap- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/19-12/12 $220. Ages 6-7 yrs.

M-6:00-6:45pm Studio D An introduction to tap for beginner dancers.

This class will concentrate on developing basic tapskills. Students will need tap shoes for the class.

1313 Pre Hip Hop- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/21-12/14 $220. Ages 6-7 yrs.

W-5:15-6:00pm Studio C An introduction to hip hop. This class will concentrate on developing basic skills Previous experience not required. Students will need sneakers for the class.

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1314 Pre Ballet- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/15-12/15 $220. Ages 6-7 yrs.

TH-4:45-5:30pm Studio C An introduction to ballet. This class will concentrate on developing basic skills.

Previous experience not required. Students will need ballet shoes for the class.

1315 Pre Jazz- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/15-12/15 $220. Ages 6-7 yrs.

TH-5:30-6:15pm Studio C 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.

1316 Jazz Beg.- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/19-12/12 $220. Ages 8-10 yrs.

M-6:45-7:30pm Studio D 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.

1317 Hip Hip Beg.- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/19-12/12 $220. Ages 8-10 yrs.

M-7:30-8:15pm Studio D 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.

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1318 Tap Beg.- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/20-12/13 $220. Ages 8-10 yrs.

T-7:00-7:45pm Studio A Students start by learning and strengthening basic tap skills. Students are required to wear tap shoes for the class and comfortable clothes. No jeans.

1319 Acro Beg.- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/20-12/13 $220. Ages 6-9 yrs.

T-4:30-5:15pm Studio C 1341 Acro Beg. (2)- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/20-12/13 $220. Ages 7-11 yrs.

T-6:00-6:45pm Studio B 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.

1320 Ballet Beg.- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/15-12/15 $220. Ages 8-10 yrs.

TH-6:15-7:00pm Studio C 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.

1321 Jazznastics- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/20-12/13 $220. Ages 6-9 yrs.

T-6:45-7:30pm Studio B 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.

1334 Pom- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/16-12/16 $220. Ages 7-10 yrs.

F-5:15-6:00pm Studio A 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.

1322 Lyrical Beg./Int.-30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/21-12/14 $225. Ages 9-12 yrs.

W-6:00-6:45pm Studio B 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, grace, expression, and focus. Students are required to wear leotard and tights.

1324 Acro Int.- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/20-12/13 $225. Ages 10-12 yrs.

T-6:00-6:45pm Studio C 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.

1326 Ballet Int.- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/21-12/14 $225. Ages 10-12 yrs.

W-6:45-7:30pm Studio B 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, turns and leaps working across the floor. Class concentrates on developing basic skills for Ballet. Students are required to wear ballet shoes.

1327 Jazz Int.- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/21-12/14 $225. Ages 10-12 yrs.

W-7:30-8:15pm Studio C Requires 2 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.

1328 Hip Hop Int.- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/21-12/14 $225. Ages 10-12 yrs.

W-8:15-9:00pm Studio C 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. 2 years of Hip Hop required. Students are required to wear clean sneakers and clothes they can move comfortably in. No jeans.

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1329 Tap Int.- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/15-12/15 $225. Ages 10-12 yrs.

TH-6:00-6:45pm Studio D Students will strengthen their tap skills in this class. 2 years of tap required. Students are required to wear tap shoes for the class and comfortable clothes. No jeans.

1330 Jazz Int./Adv.- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/20-12/13 $225. Ages 13+.

T-7:30-8:15pm Studio B 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.

1331 Ballet Int./Adv.-30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/21-12/14 $225. Ages 13+.

W-7:30-8:15pm Studio B 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.

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1332 Hip Hop Int./Adv.-30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/15-12/15 $225. Ages 13+.

TH-6:45-7:30pm Studio A 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.

1333 Acro Int./Adv.- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/20-12/13 $225. Ages 13+.

T-7:30-8:15pm Studio C 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.

2022-2023 Adult Recital Classes

These classes are recital classes and will continue after the new year. A second tuition payment isdue in the winter session. Winter payment is lower due to costumes being ordered in the fall session. The recital will be in June.

1337 Tap-Adult Beg./Int.- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/15-12/15 $230. Ages 18+.

TH-7:45-8:45pm Studio D Adult recreational dance classes for all levels of abilities. No experience needed for beginning level classes.

1338 Jazz-Adult Beg./Int.- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/15-12/15 $230. Ages 18+.

TH-8:45-9:45pm Studio D Adult recreational dance classes for all levels of abilities. No experience needed for beginning level classes.

1339 Jazz-Adult Int./Adv.- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/20-12/13 $230. Ages 18+.

T-7:45-8:45pm Studio A Adult recreational dance classes for all levels of abilities. Must have some experience for Int./Adv. level.

September - December Adult Term Classes

These classes are non recital classes and run a 12 week schedule with no final staged performance.

1510 Ballet-Adult- 12 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/20-12/13 $118. Ages 18+.

T-8:15-9:00pm Studio B Adult recreational dance classes for all levels of abilities. Students will learn ballet warmup, barre, across the floor, and center floor combos, along with terminology. Students are required to wear clothing they can comfortably move in and have ballet shoes.

1511 Tap Beg.-Adult- 12 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/21-12/14 $118. Ages 18+.

W-8:15-9:00pm Studio A Adult recreational dance classes for all levels and abilities. No experience needed for beginning level classes. Studios will learn the basics of tap technique. Students are required to wear clothing they can comfortably move in and have tap shoes.

1340 Tap-Adult Int./Adv.- 30 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/20-12/13 $230. Ages 18+.

T-8:45-9:45pm Studio A Adult recreational dance classes for all levels of abilities. Must have some experience for Int./Adv. level.

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September - December Youth Term Classes

These classes are non recital classes and run a 12 week schedule with no final staged performance.

1500 Dance With Me- 12 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/22-12/15 $118. 22-36 month.

TH-11:30am-12:05pm Studio A 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.

1501 Tiny Toes- 12 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/21-12/14 $118. Ages 2-3 yrs.

W-9:45-10:20am Studio A 1502 Tiny Toes- 12 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/24-12/17 $118. Ages 2-3 yrs.

S-10:30-11:05am Studio A This exciting creative movement class will help young dancers develop basic skills and rhythm while they enjoy moving and singing to music. Class is taught using props such as scarves, rhythm instruments, and more.

Concepts such as space, shape and energy are explored as children begin to dance! Students must be potty trained for this class. Parents are allowed to sit in the room while their child dances independently. 35 minute class.

Girls will need pink ballet shoes for this class.

Boys will need black ballet shoes for this class.

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1503 Dance Baby Dance-12 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/24-12/17 $118. Ages 3-4 yrs.

S-9:45-10:30am Studio A 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, Boysblack leather ballet shoes.

1504 Leaps & Turns- 12 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/19-12/12 $118. Ages 7-12 yrs.

M-5:00-5:45pm Studio A 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.

1505 Tap Beg./Int.- 12 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/20-12/13 $118. Ages 8-13.

T-8:15-9:00pm Studio C Students start by learning and strengthening basic tap skills. Students are required to wear tan tap shoes for the class and dance clothesleotard, tan tights, and dance shorts.

1506 Ballet Beg.- 12 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/24-12/17 $118. Ages 8-10 yrs.

S-11:05-11:50am Studio A 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.

1507 Lyrical Beg.- 12 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/24-12/17 $118. Ages 8-10 yrs.

S-11:50am-12:35pm Studio A 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, grace, expression, and focus. Students are required to wear leotard and tights.

1509 Stretch and Strengthen- 12 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/22-12/15 $118. Ages 8-14 yrs.

TH-6:45-7:30pm Studio B 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.

September - December Adult Fitness Term Classes

These classes are non recital classes and run a 12 week schedule with no final staged performance.

1512 HIIT- 12 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/19-12/12 $118. Ages 18+.

M-7:00-7:40pm Studio C HIIT is a scientifically structured and tested workout that promotes fat loss, muscle gain, and cardiovascular endurance. Students must wear comfortable clothes and athletic shoes.

1513 Butts & Guts- 12 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/20-12/13 $118. Ages 18+.

T-7:00-7:40pm Studio D Butts & Guts is a 40 minutes gut busting, booty building, calorie burning workout.

Students must wear comfortable clothes and athletic shoes.

1514 Zumba- 12 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/20-12/13 $118. Ages 18+.

T-9:00-10:00am Studio D 1515 Zumba- 12 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/21-12/14 $118. Ages 18+.

W-7:30-8:30pm Studio D 1516 Zumba- 12 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/24-12/17 $118. Ages 18+.

S-8:30-9:30am Studio D ZUMBA is the combination of Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-ofa-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.

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1517 WERQ- 12 week class.

Fall Session Dates: 9/22-12/15 $118. Ages 18+.

TH-9:45-10:45am Studio A WERQ is the wildly addictive cardio dance class based on the hottest pop and hip hop music. The workout is nonstop with repetitive athletic moves and fresh dance steps, so you get the best sweat.

WERQ Instructors build a playlist based on trendsetting pop and hip hop music. One hour class. Athletic shoes required.

September - December Connect Fitness Classes

1520 Women’s Only Small Group Strength Training- 6 week class.

Fall Session 1 Dates: 9/20-10/25 $150. Ages 18+.

T-9:00-9:45am At Connect Fitness.

This is a small group (no more than 8 ladies) personal training class. This course is designed to deliver a fun and focused workout for all fitness levels in under 45 minutes! All sessions are on an interval timer, so no counting “sets and reps”. You will have a female certified personal trainer in a women’s only studio to guide you each week and customize your workout to fit your needs and goals.

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1521 Women’s Only Small Group Strength Training- 6 week class.

Fall Session 2 Dates: 11/1-12/13 *No class on 11/22. $150. Ages 18+.

T-9:00-9:45am At Connect Fitness.

This is a small group (no more than 8 ladies) personal training class. This course is designed to deliver a fun and focused workout for all fitness levels in under 45 minutes! All sessions are on an interval timer, so no counting “sets and reps”. You will have a female certified personal trainer in a women’s only studio to guide you each week and customize your workout to fit your needs and goals.

1522 Women’s Only Boot Camp- 6 weeks.

Fall Session 1 Dates: 9/21-10/26 $150. Ages 18+.

W-6:30-7:15pm At Connect Fitness.

We will take you through a series of both strength training and cardio movements!

Increase your stamina and strength during this intense, but FUN workout! All sessions will be run on an interval timer, allowing you to go at your own pace! With a new workout every week, these sessions are designed to push you and keep your body guessing! Leave feeling confident, powerful and wanting more!

September - December Senior Programs & Workshops 1519 Balance and Fall Prevention Exercise Workshop- 4 day class.

Fall Session Dates: 10/17-10/20 $80. Ages 50+.

M-TH-3:00-4:00pm Studio B Balance and Fall Prevention Exercise Workshop presented by Karen Milam. If you have fallen over the last year or have a fear of falling, this balance workshop is for you. Over the course of 4 days you will build your confidence and strength. The workshop will start with an evaluation of your balance, then you will learn how to set realistic goals to improve your balance. You will learn functional strength exercises (no equipment) that will help strengthen your legs, stomach, and back muscles, as well as easy stretches that will leave you feeling loose. All of the exercises are safe, effective, and functional.

Men and women of all fitness levels are welcome. Please wear supportive athletic shoes.

September - December Theatre Arts Classes

1360 Open Space Theatre- 12 week course.

Fall Session Dates: 9/19-12/12 $450. Ages 7-13 yrs.

M-6:30-7:30pm Studio B An hour of singing, dancing, and acting with a performance on 12/12. Let’s go on with the show! Join us for 12 weeks of singing, acting and dancing! We’ll work as a team to put together a play that the students themselves will star in. The students will write, direct and put together their very own show for family and friends. It’s a fun time!

September - December Dance Camps

1900 Frozen Dance Camp-3 day camp.

Fall Session Dates: 12/20-12/22 $90. Ages 5-7 yrs.

Tue, Wed, Thur-11:00-2:00pm Studio A Come dance to music from Frozen, learn a dance, and create fun Frozen crafts. Snacks will be provided. Please bring your own snack if there are any food allergies. Please inform us of the food allergies. Bring a water bottle to camp. Ballet or jazz shoes are recommended for camp. Have your dancer wear a costume on the last day of camp. We will have a showcase on the last day. A short performance of the dance the student’s learned during camp will happen the last 10 minutes of camp. As well as, showing the parents the crafts worked on during camp for you to take home.

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September - December Pop-Up Classes

1901 Contemporary-Int. Level - 1 day class.

Fall Session Date: 12/19 $15. Ages 8-13 yrs.

M-5:00-6:00pm Studio A Please wear dance attire-leotard, tights, dance shorts, and bare feet. No tights on feet. Bring a water bottle. Come join in on a fun Contemporary class before the holidays. This class is designed for intermediate level students.

1902 Ballet/Lyrical Int. Level -1 day class.

Fall Session Date: 12/20 $15. Ages 8-13 yrs.

T-5:00-6:00pm Studio A Please wear dance attire-leotard, tights, ballet skirt or dance shorts, ballet shoes, and fun festive holiday gear. Bring a water bottle.

Come join in on a fun holiday playlist Ballet/ Lyrical class before the holidays. This class is designed for intermediate level students.

1903 Jazz-Int. Level -1 day class.

Fall Session Date: 12/21 $15. Ages 8-13 yrs.

W-5:30-6:00pm Studio A Please wear dance attire-leotard, tights, dance shorts, and jazz shoes. Bring a water bottle.

Come join in on a fun Jazz class before the holidays. This class is designed for intermediate level students.

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1904 Hip Hop-Int. Level -1 day class.

Fall Session Date: 12/22 $15. Ages 8-13 yrs.

TH-5:00-6:00pm Studio A Please wear dance attire-leotard, leggings or dance shorts, and clean sneakers. Bring a water bottle. Come join in on a fun Hip Hop class before the holidays. This class is designed for intermediate level students.

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Magical, Mystical, Unicorns Workshop

Unicorn fans, you’re in luck, because we have the perfect camp for you! We’ll make unicorns that dazzle, sparkle, and shine as we explore a wide array of materials and techniques. We’ll draw, sculpt, and even learn the secret recipe for making fabulous, glittery Unicorn Slime! Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child.

Ages 5-12yrs.

Course: #2310 Date: Saturday, 10/1/2022 9:00am - 12:00pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $56 (resident), $68(non-resident)

Big Machines Beep beep! Honk! Rumble rumble! Zoom!

If your little one loves big machines, we’ve got the class for you. While exploring a variety of different art materials, artists will create a clay construction zone and design their own 3D rollercoaster; they’ll even create a rocket ship that really glows in the dark! This class is great for boys AND girls!

Come and create right along with your child. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.

Ages 18M - 6yrs.

Course: #3762 Date: Tuesdays; 9/13/22-10/4/22, 9:30am - 10:30pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $93 (resident), $112(non-resident) 32

Wacky Witch Workshop

During this guided lesson, your child will create a Halloween scene featuring a silly whacky witch using clay, Model Magic, and paint! The children are welcome to wear their Halloween costumes to class!Ages 7-12yrs.

Course: #2312 Date: Tuesday, 10/25/2022, 6:00pm - 7:00pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $28(resident), $34 (non-resident)

Holiday Ornament making party Join us for an ornament making party. We will set up 4 stations, each with a different ornament to make. Your child will be creating an adorable snowman ornament, an ornament inspired by that famous reindeer with the red nose, and so much more! Please pack a nut free snack and drink for your child.

Ages 4-9yrs.

Course: #2314 Date: Tuesday 12/6/22, 5:30pm - 7:00pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $37 (resident), $45 (non-resident)

Gobble gobble!

Gobble gobble! Get ready for Thanksgiving with our Kidcreate Studio three week countdown craft class where we will explore many materials and techniques to create turkeys, cornucopias, and more. These colorful, creative table toppers are sure to impress everyone around the table!

Ages 18M - 6yrs.

Course: #3763 Date: Saturday, 11/5/2022, 9:30am - 10:30am Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $28(resident), $34 (non-resident)

Glow-in-the-dark art camp series

These projects will ROCK your child’s world long after the lights go out at night.

You guessed it, all the project we create in this class will glow-in-the-dark! How cool is that! We will be working with a variety of different art supplies including clay, paint and other luminescent materials to create masterpieces your child will be ready to show off in the dark!

Ages 4-9yrs Course: #2311 Date: Wednesdays 10/5/22-10/26/22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $93 (resident), $112 (non-resident)

Cute christmas craft

Does your young artist love to get messy with paint? Do you hate to clean up after them? Then this is the perfect class for both of you! Your child will use their fingers to paint a Christmas tree complete with a colorful string of lights. This is going to be a messy one so please dress your child appropriately. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.

Ages 18M-6yrs.

Course: #3765 Date: Tuesday, 12/12/2022, 9:30am - 10:30am Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $28(resident), $34 (non-resident)

Color me happy

Squishy Squishmallows Workshop Bunnycorn, Prince the Pug, Mauve the Alpaca and more – the hardest thing about those squishy Squishmallows is deciding which one you love the most! In this workshop, artists will create a clay version of their favorite Squishmallow using air-dry clay, paint, and so much more. What could be more fun? Bring your Squishmallow to class so they can join in the fun!Ages 4-9yrs.

Course: #2313 Date: Wednesday; 11/16/22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $28(resident), $34 (non-resident)

Let’s color your child’s world with happiness! This exploratory art class will build your young artist’s self-esteem as they gain new skills, make new friends, and create adorable, colorful masterpieces.

We’ll create 3D creations and get messy with fingerpaint; we’ll even use a special spin-art technique to make the cutest, most colorful artwork ever seen. After taking this class, the art table will definitely become your child’s happy place. Get ready to roll up your sleeves and color yourself happy! Children must be accompanied by a caregiver.

Ages 18M - 6yrs.

Course: #3764 Date: Tuesdays; 11/1/22-11/22/22, 9:30am - 10:30pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $93 (resident), $112(non-resident) 33

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.

decorations and refreshments. 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.

Guests can choose from our newly-renovated 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!

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, chairs and tablecloths, while you provide your own

Please note that a $20 non-resident fee applies to all party rentals.

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genisys credit union trunk or treat Genisys Credit Union presents Trunk or Treat!

Decorate your vehicle for a family friendly trunk or treat at RARA, rain or shine! Pass out candy (you supply) as trick or treaters travel around. There will be prizes for best dressed vehicles in the categories Funny, Creepy (nothing too scary/creepy for small children), and Most Creative.

Trunk or treating will be 7:00pm to 8:00pm. RARA will be giving out pumpkins and crafts along with cider and donuts towards the end for all attendees as well as a performance by our RARA Performance Team! Vehicle check in begins at 6:00pm and the parking lot CLOSES at 6:45pm SHARP. Parents buy candy ahead of time based on how many sign up. Parents will be emailed how much candy to bring. -Registration Closes: October 3, 2022 at 8:00pm -NOTE: Absolutely NO day of registrations, NO EXCEPTIONS! Location: RARA 500 E. 2nd Street Parking Lot Fee: $16 per car -Time: 6:00pm to 8:30pm Course: #4615 Date: Friday 10/7/22 6:00pm - 8:30pm Location: RARA Recreation Complex Parking Lot Fee: $17 (resident), $21 (non-resident) per car

milk & cookies with santa

Come to this special event and meet Santa! Take a picture with him as well as enjoy delicious milk and cookies. Make and take home holiday themed coloring pages and a holiday craft. Parents will receive a number at check in so that you can enjoy milk and cookies instead of waiting in line.

Families will be emailed an exact time slot to meet Santa at. This is to try to avoid large crowds and long lines. Please remember, time slots are flexible. You may still need to wait a few minutes after your exact time. Only children attending need to be registered.

Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $9 (resident), $11 (non-resident) Date: Friday; 12/9/22 Course: #4619 4:00pm - 5:00pm Course: #4620 5:00pm - 6:00pm Course: #4621 6:00pm - 7:00pm Course: #4622 7:00pm - 8:00pm 35

fantastic fiction Island Steam series In this special Challenge Island weekend series, we’ll learn about a different author or book series each week, and then build hands-on, action-packed STEAM challenges based around those stories and characters, including Alice in Wonderland, Magic Treehouse, Matilda, Captain Underpants, and many more! This is a perfect class for smart & curious kids who enjoy reading, STEAM and creating cool stuff! 5-12yrs. No class 10/1 or 10/22 Course: #8002 Date: Saturdays; 9/17/22 - 11/5/22 9:00am - 10:00am Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $120 (resident), $140 (non-resident)

Hallowsteam kids night out In this Halloween-themed evening session, we’ll be building haunted house train rides, crafting spidery slime to take home, playing a Halloween game, and much more! Join us for this fun night out for kids, which also provides a well-deserved break for parents! 6-12yrs Course: #8003 Date: Friday; 10/14/22 7:00pm - 8:30pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $40 (resident), $48 (non-resident)

Thankssteaming kids night out

In this special Thanksgiving-themed evening session, we’ll be creating our own Detroit Thanksgiving Day Parade floats, creating our special-edition creamy pumpkin slime, playing a Thanksgivingthemed game, and much more! Join us for this fun night out for kids, which also provides a welldeserved break for parents! . 6-12yrs Course: #8004 Date: Friday; 11/11/22 7:00pm - 8:30pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $40 (resident), $48 (non-resident)

Steaming through the holidays In this special winter holiday-themed evening session, we’ll be racing penguin sleds, crafting our magical wintry color-changing slime, playing a winter-themed game, and much more! Join us for this fun night out for kids, which also provides a well-deserved break for parents! 6-12yrs Course: #8005 Date: Friday; 12/2/22 7:00pm - 8:30pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $40 (resident), $48 (non-resident) 36

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. Students work together in small “”tribes”” to solve our challenges, giving them an opportunity to grow their teamwork and social skills as well. We look forward to seeing you on Challenge Island!

Steaming through the holidays In this special winter holiday-themed evening session, we’ll be racing penguin sleds, crafting our magical wintry color-changing slime, playing a winter-themed game, and much more! Join us for this fun night out for kids, which also provides a well-deserved break for parents! 3-6yrs.

Course: #3772 Date: Friday; 12/2/22 5:00pm - 6:30pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $40 (resident), $48 (non-resident)

Thankssteaming kids night out

In this special Thanksgiving-themed evening session, we’ll be creating our own Detroit Thanksgiving Day Parade floats, creating our special-edition creamy pumpkin slime, playing a Thanksgivingthemed game, and much more! Join us for this fun night out for kids, which also provides a welldeserved break for parents! . 3-6yrs Course: #3771 Date: Friday; 11/11/22 5:00pm - 6:30pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $40 (resident), $48 (non-resident)

Hallowsteam kids night out In this Halloween-themed evening session, we’ll be building haunted house train rides, crafting spidery slime to take home, playing a Halloween game, and much more! Join us for this fun night out for kids, which also provides a well-deserved break for parents! 3-6yrs Course: #3770 Date: Friday; 10/14/22 5:00pm - 6:30pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $40 (resident), $48 (non-resident) 37

Virtual petsitting safety

Virtual babysitting safety Learn to be safe and responsible, build confidence, and have a competitive edge over other babysitters with this one-day live virtual class. Live virtual training get to learn from the comfort of your own home from anywhere in the world, and you can interact with the instructor and ask questions like in a traditional in-person class. Topics 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. You will be emailed your class link by RARA or Live Safe Academy.

Course: #0001 Date: Sunday, 09/11/22, 5:00pm - 8:00pm Location: Virtual - Zoom Fee: $40 (resident), $48 (non-resident) Course: #0005 Date: Sunday,10/23/22, 5:00pm - 8:00pm Location: Virtual - Zoom Fee: $40 (resident), $48 (non-resident) Course: #0010 Date: Sunday,12/11/22, 5:00pm - 8:00pm Location: Virtual - Zoom Fee: $40 (resident), $48 (non-resident) 38

Kids, would you like to learn pet first aid and be a certified Pet Sitter? Increase your competitive edge by being more valuable to families with pets and kids. Increase your market by being certified to watch pets or kids. Learn to care for the pets in your own family. Have fun and keep animals safe with this one-day live virtual class. Live virtual training means you can learn from the comfort and convenience of your own home from anywhere in the world, while being able to interact with the instructor and ask questions like a traditional inperson class. Topics include: pet first aid, CPR, choking, and more! You will be emailed your class link by RARA or Live Safe Academy.

Course: #0002 Date: Sunday, 09/11/22, 8:00pm - 9:00pm Location: Virtual - Zoom Fee: $15(resident), $18 (non-resident) Course: #0006 Date: Sunday, 10/23/22, 8:00pm - 9:00pm Location: Virtual - Zoom Fee: $15(resident), $18 (non-resident) Course: #0011 Date: Sunday, 12/11/22, 8:00pm - 9:00pm Location: Virtual - Zoom Fee: $15(resident), $18 (non-resident)

babysitting safety

Petsitting safety

Learn to be safe and responsible. Build confidence. Have a competitive edge over other babysitters. One-day class. Topics 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!

Kids, would you like to learn pet first aid and be a certified Pet Sitter? Increase your competitive edge by being more valuable to families with pets and kids. Increase your market by being certified to watch pets and kids. Learn to care for the pets in your own family. Have fun and help keep animals safe.

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

This is an add on class 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 our Virtual - Certified Petsitter/CPR/First Aid program). This program will begin after the Babysitter Safety class ends. Class should be concluded by 3 PM or 4 PM, depending when the previous class is completed.

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.

For more information please visit www. livesafeacademy.com/babysitting Course: #0003 Date: Sunday, 09/18/22, 9:00am - 3:00pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $65(resident), $78 (non-resident) Course: #0007 Date: Saturday, 10/29/22, 9:00am - 3:00pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $65(resident), $78 (non-resident) Course: #0009 Date: Wednesday, 12/07/22, 5:30pm - 8:30pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $45(resident), $54 (non-resident)

Stuffed animal with realistic features to practice skills and extra snacks are optional but not required. For more information please visit www.livesafeacademy.com/ babysitting Course: #0004 Date: Sunday, 09/18/22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $15(resident), $18 (non-resident) Course: #0008 Date: Sunday, 10/29/22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $15(resident), $18 (non-resident)

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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: #0104 Date: Sunday, 11/13/22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm Location: Virtual - Zoom Fee: $15(resident), $18 (non-resident)

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: #0105 Date: Sunday,11/13/22, 6:30pm - 8:30pm Location: Virtual - Zoom Fee: $30(resident), $36(non-resident) 40

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: Monday; 11/7/22, 6:00pm - 9:30pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $95(resident), $114 (non-resident)

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, 11/2/22, 6:00pm - 7:30pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $25 (resident), $30(non-resident) per family of 2-4, $4 per additional child

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.

Course: #0101 Date: Monday 09/26/22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $20(resident), $24 (non-resident) Course: #0106 Date: Tuesday 11/15/22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $20(resident), $24 (non-resident)

Self-Defense for women

mom-to-mom sale

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.

Course: #0102 Date: Monday 09/26/22, 6:30pm - 8:30pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $35(resident), $42 (non-resident) Course: #0107 Date: Tuesday 11/15/22, 6:30pm - 8:30pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $35(resident), $42 (non-resident)

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!

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

Date: Saturday, 9/10/22, 9:30am - 1:00pm Location: RARA 500 E. 2nd St. 41

Fairies, Pixies, & Poppets oh my! series You gotta have art series Join Ms. Z from PCCA each week as we focus on a new type of art and then add your own creative twist to it. Students can expect a snack and hands on projects in mediums such as collage, drawing, painting, and more! Ages 7-9yrs..

Course: #4500 Session 1 Date: Mondays, 9/19/22 - 10/24/22 6:00pm - 7:00pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $150 (resident), $170 (non-resident) Course: #4502 Session 2 Date: Mondays, 11/7/22 - 12/12/22 6:00pm - 7:00pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $150 (resident), $170 (non-resident)

book art with Pcca Join Ms. Z from Paint Creek Center for the Arts each week as we read a book around our learning blanket, have a snack, and create an art project related to our books while we learn about art and work on our fine motor skills!

This is a new and improved version of the Pint Sized Picasso Class previously offered. 3-6yrs.

Course: #3704 Date: 9/19/2022 - 10/24/22 Course: #3705 Date: 11/7/2022 - 12/12/22 Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $150(resident), $170 (non-resident)

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Bring your favorite fantasy characters to life with the magic of art! Ms. Z from PCCA will take you on a journey to create 3D figures of your favorite magical creatures such as fairies, pixies, and more! Class price includes a $25 supply fee. No class 11/24 Ages 10-12yrs.

Course: #4501 Session 1 Date: Thursdays, 9/22/22 - 10/27/22 6:00pm - 7:00pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $175 (resident), $195 (non-resident) Course: #4503 Session 2 Date: Thursdays, 11/10/22 - 12/22/22 6:00pm - 7:00pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $175 (resident), $195 (non-resident)

basic drawing 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: Tuesdays, 9/27/22 - 10/18/22 6:15pm - 8:15pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $150 (resident), $170 (non-resident)

family art series Join Paint Creek Center for the Arts for this awesome class! This class will focus on art making while also working on fine motor skills and learning. We will hold one of these classes per month. Parents must attend this class with their child. 18M-36M with Parent Course: #3700 Date: 9/22/2022 Course: #3701 Date: 10/20/2022 Course: #3702 Date: 11/3/2022 Course: #3703 Date: 12/8/2022 Time: 4:30pm - 5:30pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $30(resident), $36 (non-resident)

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, 11/12/22, 10:00am - 2:00pm Location: RARA 500 E. 2nd St. CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO

Intermediate drawing This 4-week series will concentrate on specific techniques to further drawing skill development. Each 2-hour session focuses on a different concept, such as perspective, anatomy, still Life, and wildlife. Every class includes a handout and suggested homework to reinforce what was learned.

Registration fee includes your drawing kit of six pencils, sketchbook, kneaded eraser, pencil sharpener, pencil case, blending tool, and carrying case. Ages 12-17yrs Course: #4511 No Class 11/15 Date: Tuesdays, 11/1/22 - 11/29/22 6:15pm - 8:15pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $150 (resident), $170 (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: Tuesday 11/8/22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm Location: RARA - Messy Room Fee: $12 (resident), $15(non-resident) 43

Beginning piano class

Beginning guitar class

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.

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+.

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: #2301 Date: Wednesdays, 9/7/22 - 11/16/22, 6:00pm - 6:45pm Location: Sounds Like Fun Music Studio Fee: $150 (resident), $170 (non-resident)

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: #2302 Date: Tuesdays, 10/4/22 - 11/29/22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm Location: Sounds Like Fun Music Studio Fee: $150 (resident), $170 (non-resident) 44

Course: #2303 Date: Thursdays, 10/04/22 - 11/29/22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm Location: Sounds Like Fun Music Studio Fee: $150 (resident), $170(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: #2304 Date: Friday, 10/21/22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm Location: RARA Dance Studio D Fee: $7 (resident), $9 (non-resident)

Session 2: Adults/Teens 15+

Course: #2305 Date: Friday, 10/21/22, 7:15pm - 8:15pm Location: RARA Dance Studio D Fee: $7 (resident), $9 (non-resident)

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2022 Heroes vs villains kids run Join us for a fun run starting and finishing at RARA Recreation 500 E. 2nd St. Rochester, MI 48307 along the Clinton River Trail. This one mile, out and back race, is perfect for racers of all shapes, sizes, and costumes! Strollers are welcome and so are your friendly pet heroes and villains!

Pick your side, dress your part, run your race, and receive a custom Heroes vs Villains Race Shirt and custom Heroes vs Villains Finisher Medal. Treats after the race and tons of instagramable moments.

Parents are free to run.

Course: #4616 Date: Friday, 10/21/22, 6:15pm - 8:00pm Location: RARA Recreation Fee: $20 (resident), $24(non-resident)

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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 Move & Play Date: Tuesdays, 9/27/22 - 11/1/22, 10:00am - 10:45am Location: Wright Room Fee: $75 (resident), $90 (non-resident) Start Smart Basketball is a developmentally appropriate introductory basketball program for children 5-7 years old. The program prepares children for organized basketball in a fun, non-threatening environment. Start Smart Basketball prepares children and their parents for organized basketball without the threat of competition or the fear of getting hurt. Age appropriate

equipment from Franklin Sports® is used in teaching dribbling/ball handling, passing/ catching, shooting and running/agility. Parent participation is required. Ages 5-7yrs.

Course: #3731 Start Smart Basketball Date: Wednesdays, 9/28/22 - 11/2/22 6:30pm - 7:30pm Location: Rochester Schools Fee: $75 (resident), $90 (non-resident)

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 Start Smart Multi-Sport Date: Tuesdays, 9/27/22 - 11/1/22 11:00am - 11:45am Location: RARA Fieldhouse Fee: $75 (resident), $90 (non-resident) 47

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.

Course: #8960 Date: 9/23/22 - 12/16/22, 4:30pm - 5:15pm Location: RARA Dance Studio A Fee: $120 (resident). $140 (non-resident)

Mixed variety Recital dance class

Join Ms. Erica for a fun dance class. This class will be a combination of many styles, adding tons of variety in the class. Styles may include line dancing, hip hop, jazz, and more.

This class will have a performance in the June RARA dance recital (date(s) TBA). By registering for this course, you are commiting to 12 classes September 21-December 14 (no class November 23, December 21, and December 28) and 18 classes from January 11-May 24 (no class February 22, March 29).

The fee for the first 12 weeks of class is $195. An additional $195 will be owed on December 1 for the second half of costumes. Included in your fee is the costume cost and recital fees.

Course: #8961 Date: 9/12/22 - 12/14/22, 9:00am - 9:45am Location: RARA Dance Studio A Fee: $195(resident). $215(non-resident) 48

adaptive judo

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.

September Course: #8970 October Course: #8971 November Course: #8972 December Course: #8973 *$37.50 Date: Tuesdays, 4:30pm - 5:15pm Location: RARA - Wright Room Fee: $50 (resident). $60 (non-resident)

Row house Join Row House for a fun opportunity for exercise! Row House will teach a beginner’s exercise class using their row machines at their indoor facility located at 1206 Walton Blvd Rochester Hills, MI 48307.

Build aerobic endurance and muscular strength all in one workout. Please arrive 15 minutes before the start of this class. A parent/caregiver is encouraged to attend with the participant, but must also pay the registration fee. 16+yrs.

Course: #8910 Date: 9/24/22, 1:00pm - 2:00pm Location: Row House Fee: $20 (resident). $24 (non-resident)

After school hub

movie pizza night Enjoy a movie and a pizza snack with friends one Friday a month. This opportunity is designed to support persons with special needs. Participants are asked to bring along a movie and the group will vote on which movie to watch. Supervised by Ms. Wendy.

Course: #8986 Date: 9/30/22, 5:30pm - 7:30pm Location: Messy Room Fee: $17(resident), $21 (non-resident) Course: #8987 Date: 10/21/22, 5:30pm - 7:30pm Location: Messy Room Fee: $17(resident), $21 (non-resident) Course: #8988 Date: 11/18/22, 5:30pm - 7:30pm Location: Messy Room Fee: $17(resident), $21 (non-resident)

Paint a Miracle Art Studio is uniquely designed to offer people living with disabilities and other challenges rich art opportunities developed to ignite the artist’s imagination and self-discovery.

Studio classes are offered for ages preprimary through adult. Emphasis is placed on individual process, creativity, and expression. We are located at 400 Water St. Suite LL4 Rochester, MI 48307. Ages 12+ Course: #8903 Clay Studio Have fun creating extraordinary clay animals. Then, glaze and fire them in the kiln.

Date: 9/1/22 - 10/6/22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm Location: Paint A Miracle Art Studio Fee: $125 (resident). $145 (non-resident) Course: #8904 Drawing & Watercolor Painting Enjoy learning new ways to draw some of your favorite things. Then, turn your drawings into watercolor paintings.

Date: 11/7/22 - 11/21/22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm Location: Paint A Miracle Art Studio Fee: $85 (resident). $102 (non-resident)

Course: #8989 Date: 12/16/22, 5:30pm - 7:30pm Location: Messy Room Fee: $17(resident), $21 (non-resident) 49

bowling league For persons of all ages with special needs. We will be bowling at Avon North Hill Lanes. Fee includes 2 games, shoes, and a pizza lunch celebration at the end of the season. This league will begin on September 17 and end on December 17, making it a 13 week league.

There is no bowling on November 26.

Course: #8925 Date: 9/17/22 - 12/17/22, Starts at Noon Location: Avon North Hill Lanes Fee: $125(resident), $145 (non-resident)

young at arts build a sculpture Let your imagination run wild as you choose your own colors, textures, and shapes from upcycled materials to create your one of a kind amazing sculpture!

Designed to spark creativity of young artists. Parents/aides are welcome to attend to help.Paint a Miracle Art Studio is uniquely designed to offer people living with disabilities and other challenges rich art opportunities developed to ignite the artist’s imagination and self-discovery.

Studio classes are offered for ages preprimary through adult. Emphasis is placed on individual process, creativity, and expression. Ages 5-10yrs.

Course: #8901 Date: Saturday, 10/1/22; 10:00am-11:00am Location: Messy Room Fee: $45(resident), $54 (non-resident)

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young at arts nature collage Explore a bounty of nature’s treasures to create something from the wild. Designed to spark creativity of young artists. Parents/ aides are welcome to attend to help. Paint a Miracle Art Studio is uniquely designed to offer people living with disabilities and other challenges rich art opportunities developed to ignite the artist’s imagination and self-discovery. Studio classes are offered for ages pre-primary through adult.

Emphasis is placed on individual process, creativity, and expression. We are located at 400 Water St. Suite LL4 Rochester, MI 48307. Ages 5-10yrs.

Course: #8902 Date: Saturday, 11/5/22 10:00am - 11:00am Location: Paint a Miracle Fee: $45(resident), $54 (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, 9/6/22 - 9/27/22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm Location: Local Trails Fee: $27 (resident), $33(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: #8938 Date: 9/21/22, Showing Time Location: Emagine Theater Fee: $6(resident), $8 (non-resident)

Course: #8929 Date: 9/12/22, 5:00pm - 6:30pm Location: TBD Fee: $6(resident), $8 (non-resident)

Course: #8939 Date: 10/19/22, Showing Time Location: Emagine Theater Fee: $6(resident), $8 (non-resident)

Course: #8930 Date: 10/3/22, 5:00pm - 6:30pm Location: TBD Fee: $6(resident), $8 (non-resident)

Course: #8940 Date: 11/16/22, Showing Time Location: Emagine Theater Fee: $6(resident), $8 (non-resident)

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

Course: #8941 Date: 12/14/22, Showing Time Location: Emagine Theater Fee: $6(resident), $8 (non-resident)

Course: #8932 Date: 12/5/22, 5:00pm - 6:30pm Location: TBD Fee: $6(resident), $8 (non-resident) 51

spooktacular dance

This dance is designed for persons who have special needs. Come boogie down with great music and dancing, while enjoy a fun evening with friends with a Halloween theme. Costumes are encouraged! Refreshments will be served.

Ages 14+yrs.

Course: #8980 Date: Friday, 10/28/22 6:00pm - 8:00pm Location: TBD Fee: $20 (resident). $24 (non-resident)

Social skills workshop for teens & young adults

Join us for a 1-night Social Skills workshop!

Through activities and games this workshop will focus on a variety of social skills such as: engaging in conversation, reading body language, showing interest in others, giving compliments, asking questions and coping with a problem.

This is geared for teens through young adults with special needs, ages 14-25, implemented by a Certified Recreational Therapist. Provided in partnership with Therapeutic Concepts. Participants are encouraged to attend with their families, so that after the class, participants and families can work on learned skills together. Family members do not need to register separately.

Course: #8935 Date: 10/6/22, 6:30pm - 8:00pm Location: Messy Room Fee: $30(resident). $36(non-resident) 52

Adaptive Basketball Join RARA for an adaptive basketball league! This league will be held on Thursdays. We will start with 4 practices every other week - practices will be held on November 3, November 17, December 8, and December 22. 1 game will be held on each Thursday of January and February, making it an 8 game season. This will be a travel league with some games at home and away games held in Sterling Heights and Warren. Home games and practices will be held in the Reuther Middle School Gym. Exact practice and game start time is TBD (will be in the evening) as is the exact game schedule.

Ages 14+yrs.

Course: #8948 Date: Thursdays, 11/3/22 Practice Begins Location: Reuther Middle School Fee: $140 (resident). $160(non-resident)

jingle all the way dance

This dance is designed for persons who have special needs. Come boogie down with great music and dancing, while enjoy a fun evening with friends with a holiday and snowflake theme. Wear red and green to show your holiday spirit! Refreshments will be served.

Ages 14+yrs.

Course: #8981 Date: Friday, 12/2/22 6:00pm - 8:00pm Location: TBD Fee: $20 (resident). $24 (non-resident)

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