RARA Program Guide: Summer2/Fall1 2014

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Martial Arts Performing Arts Preschool

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Hip Hop RARA Board Members............... ....................4 Pointe Lyrical RARA Administration.. .................................4 Jazz Acrobatics Hours of Opertion........ .......... ........................5 Adult Fitness

Administrative Offices

Customer Service & Registration Offices Preschool................................................24-25

Facility Hours

Princess Party Super Smart Scientists Registration Periods. ....................................5

Cupcake Decorating

Spring/Summer I

Halloween Spooktacular Party

Summer II/Fall I

Future Athletes

Fall II/Winter

Wild West Round-Up

Turkey Party/Cookie Decorating ADA................................................................5 Holiday Cookie Decorating Class Mission Statement........................................5 Ho Ho Holiday Party Resident/Non-Resident Definition................5 Stretch-n-Grow Funtastic Fitness Participation Disclosure.................................5 At the Movies Cancellation Policy..........................................5

By Myself Refund Policy...................................................5 Celebrate Being a STAR

Friends & Family Special Events ...............................................6 We Together

Princess Party

Night Owls

Trick or Treat Trail & Fall Hoe Down

Not-So Spooky Halloween Party Special Needs.........................................27-28

Burn & Learn Weight Loss Challenge

Halloween “Spook-tacular” Dance

Instructional Basketball

Greater Rochester Open Tennis

Basketball League

Kids Only Garage Sale

Bowling League Diners Club Invest in Memories.........................................7

Movie-Pizza Night Movie Night Out Camps........................................... .................8

Summer Camps Sports Leagues......................................29-30

Gold Glove Prep

Adult Tennis Social League

Young Engineers Big Builders

Adult Softball Leagues

Young Engineers Lego Challenge T-Ball Machine Pitch Baseball/Softball Clinics/Classes....................................... ........9 Baseball

Child & Babysitting with CPR Softball

Young Engineers Lego Advanced

Youth Girls Volleyball

Intro to Horseback Riding Adult Basketball Leagues

Young Engineers Lego Fundamentals Cheer/Gymnastics........................................11

fLipTots W-2Yrs

fLipKids 3-4Yrs

fLipKids 4-6Yrs Martial Arts.................................................13

Sanchin Ryu for Kids

Sanchin Ryu Family Karate

Sanchin Ryu Teen & Adult Judo Performing Arts.....................................14-23

Dance General Info

Dance Requirements

Dance 6 & Under Ballet

Sports Lessons & Leagues(Continued)

Gold Glove Prep

Hitters Only

Pitchers Only

Sharp Shooters Basketball

Men’s Open Gym Basketball

RARA Pistons Academy Basketball

Track & Field

Cross Country

Magic 5v5 Soccer League

Magic Soccer Academy 3-4 Yrs

Magic Soccer Academy 5-8 Yrs

Future Athletes Dodgeball

Future All Stars Softball/Baseball

TABLE OF CONTENTS

What’s Inside

RARA BOARD MEMBERS Bryan Wright, City of Rochester Dan Hauser, Rochester Hills Dan Romzek, Rochester Community Schools Ben Giovanelli, City of Rochester Fred Cromie, Avondale Community Schools Jim Kubicina, Rochester Hills Tom Wiggins, Rochester Hills

The RARA Board is a policy making board comprised of 7 members, representing the governmental agencies that established our interlocal agreement, and individuals from each of the communities in which we serve. The board meets on the second Wednesday of each month, 5:15PM at the RARA offices, 500 E Second St. Rochester, MI 48307. Meeting/agenda minutes are availabe on our website at www.rararecreation.org and updated monthly.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Hours of Operation Adminstrative Offices

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

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

Hours

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

Please check our website for holiday and off peak closures.

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

Summer II/Fall I: July - October Registration Begins July 1

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

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

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

Mission Statement

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

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

Resident/Non-Resident

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

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

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

Notice to Participants

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

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

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

Cancellation of Activities

This landmark civil rights act went into effect in 1992. It is a significant step forward to make our society’s services and opportunities fully available to all Americans by combating barriers and prejudices that confront those of us with disabilities. RARA is committed to implementing the intent and spirit of this legislation. Those who may need assistance in order to participate and enjoy our programs should contact our staff at least two weeks in advance of registration to discuss any necessary accommodations or concerns.

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

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

Cancellations will be posted on the www.rararecreation. org home page, RARArecreation Facebook & Twitter, and for some programs, registered participants will be notified via email.

Refunds

All programs cancelled by RARA will be refunded in full.

Participants requesting a refund must submit a refund request in writing at the RARA Offices, 500 E Second Street. Refunds will be charged a minimum $5.00 processing fee. 2.5% credit card processing will not be refunded. Refund amounts will be determined on an individual program basis and requestors will be notified if additional fees are assessed. All refunds will be issued by check once the fees have been assessed.

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Naming & Sponsorship Opportunities

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

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

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

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

• Sponsorships - Sports, Programs, Special Events

10000SF 6200SF 1200SF

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

INVEST IN MEMORIES

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

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RARA Summer Camps

We offer 17 different summer day camps for children ages 4-14. Camps run Monday - Friday . If you are looking for a traditional day camp or something more creative and specialized for your child, we have it at RARA. Latch Key is also available to help meet your busy work schedules.

View all of our camp descriptions here: www.rararecreation.org/youth-recreation/day-camps Register online at www.rararegistration.org or scan this barcode and register on your mobile device: Rocky Road, Moose Tracks, Caribou, Teen Camp, Mission Impossible, Crazy Concoctions, Amazing Race, Creation Station, Ker Splat Ka-Boom!, Animania, Super Soakin’,Everything Edible, Sports Adventure, Sports Extreme, Kids Empowered, Pistons Academy, Magic Soccer

At Home Music Lessons High quality, affordable lessons in the convenience of your own home!

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• ALL AGES • ALL SKILL LEVELS • GUITAR • PIANO • DRUMS • VOCALS Learn more about the benefits of music for children on our website.

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CLINICS/CLASSES

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CHEER/GYMNASTIC

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

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

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

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MUSIC CLASSES

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

S.T.E.M. EDUCATION

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

Be sure to register right away and save your spot!

OTHER PROGRAMS

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

Gymnastics Cooking Classes Motorcycle Training

Foreign Languages Horsemanship Finance & Home Buying

Photography Youth Karate Dog Obedience

Call Us At 248-726-3165

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MARTIAL ARTS

RARA School for the Performing Arts Our program offers a wide variety of dance classes (preschool, tap, jazz, lyrical, ballet, hip hop, acrobatics) for children and adults beginning at 2½ years of age. We teach these classes in terms. Our RECITAL TERM begins each September when students are enrolled for the two semester program, ending with the “grand finale”- our recitals in June presented at a local high school. Some dancers enjoy non recital classes taught in 8-12 week terms throughout the year (fall, winter/spring, and summer). The summer term provides students the opportunity to strengthen skills or sample new classes in a short 8 week session beginning each June.

COMPETITION RECITAL TERM: & ENSEMBLE CLASSES: • Students must be the listed age at Annual auditions are held each June. time of registration and meet the skill (see brochure listing.) requirements specified.

• Continuing RECITAL TERM students LOCATION: have an opportunity to pre-register in Dance classes are taught at our center located August. at 500 East Second Street in downtown • Students are measured and costumes are Rochester. The center features four studio ordered at the end of the fall semester. classrooms, each with an observation • Costume fees are included in the first monitor for viewing. semester payment.

• Costumes are sized according to the INSTRUCTORS: manufacturers’ chart. Size charts are Our dance teachers are trained, mature and available to parents to view if concerned sensitive to the needs of both children and about sizing. There is a costume return adults. They teach to develop technique and fee of $20 if parent requests an exchange self-confidence, enhancing body image, after delivery. strength and agility through dance.

SEMESTER PAYMENTS (RECITAL CLASSES):

ATTENDANCE POLICY: 1st Sem 2nd Sem Consistant attendance is imperative, as Due in Due by absences and tardiness can hold back an Sept 1/17/15 entire class. Please make every effort to 45m preschool class $161 $161 have students at each class. More than one 45m youth class $165 $165 absence in the last six weeks of the recital 60m beginner level $166 $166 term (April 20– June 1) may jeopardize the dancer’s performance opportunity.

60m inter & adv level $170 $170

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DRESS CODE POLICY: Dancewear is required for all classes.

Students cannot dance in street clothes. See dancewear and shoe requirements .

MAKE-UP POLICY: There are no make-up or refund opportunities for students who miss class due to illness, travel, family situations, etc. Classes cancelled due to inclement weather conditions cannot be made up or refunded. There will be make-ups scheduled in the event that class is cancelled when an instructor is unable to conduct class. Makeups may not be the same day or time as originally scheduled.

• See listings for more advanced classes.

Note: Both semester fees are listed with each class description denoted as follows.

Example: Dance Baby Dance $161/161 for 30 wks Explanation: The total cost for 30 weeks of Dance Baby Dance classes including the tights and costume is $322 paid in two payments of $161.

• Term calendar will be e-mailed to students in November.

• Rehearsal and recital information will be sent out by e-mail or mail.

• Cancelled classes could affect the schedule. Students are informed of make-up classes by e-mail or mail.

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Leotards, tights, unitards, two-piece dancewear, jazz pants, capris and jazz shorts. Any color is acceptable. T-Shirts and sweatshirts may be worn during warm-up only.

Hip Hop Classes: Shorts, tank tops, baggy capris or jogging pants.

No loose fitting clothing (except in hip hop classes) or excessive jewelry.

Students cannot dance in street clothes or shoes.

Hair must be worn off the neck and out of the eyes. Hair must be secured before class begins.

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Preschool Classes • Pink leather ballet shoes.

(No Slippers) • Caramel leather tap shoes.

• Caramel leather jazz shoes.

Tap • Caramel leather tap shoes for “Pre” level classes.

• Caramel jazz/tap oxfords for Beg-Adv level classes.

Jazz • Caramel jazz oxfords or slip-ons for “Pre” level classes.

• Caramel split-soled jazz oxfords or slipons for Beg-Adv level classes.

Ballet • Pink leather ballet shoes for “Pre” level classes.

• Pink canvas split-soled shoes for Ballet 1 and above.

Pointe • Come to first class before purchasing shoes.

Lyrical • Come to first class before purchasing shoes.

Contemporary • No shoes required. Dance in bare feet.

Hip Hop • Come to first class before purchasing shoes.

• Wear sneakers to first class.

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

Learn to Skate Play Hockey Skate with friends Birthday parties

AGES 3 TO ADULT

Session 1: 6-Week Program July 9 - August 16 Still Enrolling

HOCKEY

Commitment to the development of skills, knowledge of the game and FUN! Players will play and be challenged at their competitive level. No body checking. Great schedule and excellent ice times!

LEVEL 1 - Beginning Hockey Mighty Mites (ages 4-6) LEVEL 2 - MINI MITES (ages 5-8) LEVEL 3 - MITE LEAGUE (ages 7-8) FUNdamental Hockey League (ages 9-12)

September 10 - October 25

Call for additional information or check out our website at www.rochesterhockeyclub.com.

Class times: Wednesday or Friday: 10-11am, 1-2pm, 4-6pm Saturday: 10:30am - 1pm

We also offer B Hockey Leagues for players born from 1996-2005 (Squirt, Pee Wee, Bantam, and Midget).

Phone-In Registration: August 12 @ 10:00 am

Beginner classes: Parent Tot classes ages 3-5 yrs | Beginner 3-5 yrs start with Snowplow 1 | Beginner 6 yrs or older start with Basic 1 12 to 17 yrs start with Teen Other Classes: Hockey skating skills classes, Figure skating classes, Snowplow 2-3, Basic 2-5, Adult 2-4, Edge 1-5 and Private Lessons Available

Contact Hockey Director Jeff Jepson at

jjepson@suburbanice.com 248-601-6699

248.601.6699 email: dpalmeri@suburbanice.com

OPEN SKATE

Have fun and skate with your friends Prices: Times:

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

Lunch Times:

Monday-Friday 12:00-1:50

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

Prices:

Admission $3.00 Skate Rental $2.00

Times and prices are subject to change without notice

Have Your Birthday Party at the ONYX Party packages starting as low as $13 per child includes: • Skate Rental • Skate Admission • Plates, Napkins, Cups, Placemats, Balloons • Invitations • 3 hours use of Conference Area • 2 slices of pizza • 3 Pitchers of pop CALL FOR • 10 children minimum

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LEARN-TO-SWIM

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

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

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

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

ADULT FITNESS CLASSES

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

Adult Fitness Classes Include:

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

Zumba Adult Karate Adult Drop-In Volleyball Adult Dance Classes

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SPECIAL NEEDS

Special Needs Programs

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