City of Cottonwood REC Catalog Spring-Summer 2023

PARKS AND RECREATION NEWS AND UPDATES

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A message from the Director, Jak Teel

Parks and Recreation are an essential component of any vibrant community and help ensure a sustainable quality of life for our citizens while attracting those who may be thinking of relocating. As your Parks and Recreation Director, I advocate for all community members and work to ensure safe access to our parks and open spaces for all This catalog aims to provide an educational tool to our community that connects them with the programs, events, and services the City of Cottonwood offers and provides insight into how Parks and Recreation play a role in the City's mission of "Inspiring a Vibrant Community."

Every year we sit down and assess the trends in Parks and Recreation and what we can do to help promote our parks' safe and fun use for our community members. We do that through programmed activities such as special events and organized sports leagues. However, did you know that most individuals prefer to enjoy passive Recreation? Passive Recreation is often seen as a more relaxed and laid-back form to recreate This type of Recreation requires a low level of involvement from an organized entity for you to have fun Running, jogging, hiking, and even kayaking are all passive recreation opportunities that are abundant in our area and are safe and fun ways for you to get out and enjoy the beauty of our area at your pace.

As passive Recreation is a growing trend in our field, my job is to ensure that the community knows of and has access to all of the excellent facilities and activities the City of Cottonwood has that promote passive Recreation

Perhaps you and your family would like a low-key, fun, competitive game Our 18-hole Disc Golf course may be for you. It is a low-cost entry sport that can be played at your speed and skill level, as it is easy to learn. Perhaps you and your family would like to check out Pickleball paddles and balls from the REC and play on any of our four permanent Pickleball Courts Or maybe you would like to view our virtual trails map and enjoy the fresh outdoors.

Passive Recreation is a great way to utilize our parks and connect with our community I hope you seize the opportunity, and I hope to see you out there!

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Employee Spotlight

PARKS AND RECREATION NEWS AND UPDATES

If your child has attended any of the offered Youth Programs, they have met Mylo Mylo has been a part of the Youth Programs team since May 2022. Mylo makes the summer camps and after-school programs enjoyable and a safe place to attend He is very well-liked by the children due to his kindness and willingness to be involved with them in whatever activity they do. His reliability and leadership are what help make the youth programs successful.

Vince Piazza joined our team in May of 2021 as a Guest Services Attendant In November of 2022, Vince was promoted to Lead Recreation Specialist. Vince takes an energetic approach to his work and relationship with our guests He is thorough in his career and always completes his duties to ensure our facility meets our guests' standards. At the Guest Services desk, his knowledge and interactions with guests make him an asset to our guests and other employees in our department. Vince is a perfect candidate for "Inspiring a Vibrant Community "

Mylo Allen

Vince Piazza

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AQUATICS

LAP SWIM

Swimming laps is a low-impact, total body, aerobic workout that helps burn calories and tone muscles Kickboards and other equipment are available for use Bring your own fins and goggles

Indoor Pool: Year-round

Mon–Fri 7a–7p

Sat–Sun 8a–6p

DIVE-IN MOVIES AT THE OUTDOOR POOL

Outdoor Pool: June-August

Mon–Fri 7a–7p

Sat–Sun 8a–6p

Join us by eating pizza and relaxing in or by the pool while watching a great family movie! Gates open at 7:45pm for all dive-in movies Admission is FREE!

READ TO SWIM

June 10th

July 8th

August 5th

The City of Cottonwoods Parks and Recreation Department and Library are partnering for our first 'Read to Swim' summer program.

Read 5 books and receive 1 youth day pass and 1 adult day pass for our Cottonwood Aquatics Center (Outdoor Pool)

How it works: Visit the City of Cottonwood's Public Library Starting

1 3 2

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The Recreation Center Indoor Pool contains a lazy river, zero-depth child play area, hot tub, 180-foot slide, water spray features, and 19-yard-long lap lanes Open swim begins at 12pm each day

AQUATICS

AQUATICS

WATER AEROBICS CLASSES

Splash offers lots of fun, shallow-water moves to improve agility and flexibility while addressing cardiovascular, strength, and endurance conditioning. No swimming ability is required A SilverSneakers kickboard or other aquatic equipment is used to improve strength, balance, and coordination

Days: Monday and Wednesday Time: 11a–12p

Location: Cottonwood Recreation Center - Indoor Pool

Days: Tuesday and Thursday Time: 10–11a

Location: Cottonwood Recreation Center - Indoor Pool

POOL PARTY

With this workout, Karen Runyon will help rev up your heart rate and increase your endurance, flexibility, and balance! Enjoy total body toning and relieve stress, tension, and stiffness! The combination of water resistance and kickboards, noodles, bands, and the lazy river will provide an invigorating challenge. Participants control their own intensity. No swimming experience is required All ability levels will benefit from this refreshing “Pool Party!”

Days: Monday and Wednesday Time: 11a–12p

Location: Cottonwood Recreation Center - Indoor Pool

ou enjoy water’s natural buoyancy and resistance in this triple‐A, Awesome Aqua Aerobics class. Improve overall stamina and increase joint flexibility, muscular strength, and range of motion through a series of peppy water aerobic exercises and resistance/buoyancy equipment Use of aquatic shoes is required to cushion and protect feet and ankles

Days: Tuesday and Thursday Time: 11a–12p

Location: Cottonwood Recreation Center - Indoor Pool

OODLES OF NOODLES

Pool noodles are a fun way to enhance a water workout With Linda Weisberg leading the way, tie them in a knot, twist them, ride ‘em cowboy style, float, push and pull, step on them, and use them in other imaginative ways Exercises in the water and the additional resistance will help firm the entire body, including upper arms, legs, core muscles, and everything in between Aqua shoes are strongly recommended for this class

Days: Tuesday and Thursday

Time: 11a–12p

Location: Cottonwood Recreation Center - Indoor Pool

*All classes are included for free with an active membership. Nonmembers can purchase day passes.

CLASS SCHEDULES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

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SWIM LESSONS

LEVEL 1 - MINNOWS - INTRODUCTION TO WATER SKILLS

Your child is introduced to basic skills as the foundation for future skills and the development of water competency The milestones necessary for successful completion of Level 1 include: Entering the water independently using the ramp, steps, or side; traveling at least 5 yards, bobbing 5 times and then safely exiting the water; opening eyes underwater and retrieving submerged object; gliding on the front with assistance at least 2 body lengths; rolling to a back float for 5 seconds with assistance; recovering to a vertical position with assistance; combined arm and leg actions on front and back with assistance; alternating and simultaneous arm and leg actions on front and back with assistance. It is common for children to participate in several sessions of Level 1 before they successfully demonstrate each skill. That is okay! It is not important how quickly they move through a level, but that they acquire each skill.

LEVEL 2 - GUPPIES - FUNDAMENTAL AQUATIC SKILLS

This class builds on skills learned in Level 1 Children begin to perform skills at a slightly more advanced level and begin to gain rudimentary propulsive skills on both front and back This level marks the beginning of independent aquatic locomotion skills Some of the milestones necessary for successful completion of Level 2 include: stepping from the side into chest-deep water; fully submerging and holding breath; pushing off the bottom, moving into a treading or floating position for 15 seconds, swimming on front and/or back for 5 body lengths and then exiting the water; moving into a back float for 15 seconds, rolling to front and then recovering to a vertical position; pushing off and swimming using combined arm and leg actions on front for 5 body lengths, rolling to back, floating for 15 seconds, rolling to the front and then continue swimming for 5 body lengths.

LEVEL 3 - GOLDFISH - STROKE DEVELOPMENT

New swimming and water safety skills are introduced while swimmers build on previously learned skills Children learn to swim the front crawl and elementary backstroke at rudimentary levels, are introduced to the scissors and dolphin kicks, learn the survival float and increase the time duration for treading water Children also learn the rules for headfirst entries and begin to learn to enter the water headfirst from a seated position at poolside (if the water is 9 feet deep or deeper) Each class is loaded with fun, engaging and challenging activities that motivate children to want to perform and learn to swim and help your child develop water competency

LEVEL 4 - SEALS - STROKE IMPROVEMENT

New swimming and water safety skills learned and previously learned skills emphasized, improving the swimming stroke proficiency and swimming for longer distances. Each class is loaded with fun, engaging and challenging activities that motivate children to want to perform and learn to swim. Some of the milestones in Level 4 include: swimming the front crawl for 25 yards; swimming the elementary backstroke for 25 yards; swimming the breaststroke for 15 yards; swimming the butterfly for 15 yards; swimming the back crawl for 15 yards; swimming the sidestroke for 15 yards; headfirst entry from a stride position in deep water; open turns on the front and back

PARENT AND TOT CLASS

You and your baby are in the Outdoor pool together You’ll both learn to enjoy the water and have a safe aquatics experience Goals for baby include changing body position, some arm and leg action, and breath control Preregistration, including the fee, is required at the CRC front desk

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LEARN TO SWIM LESSONS

Join us in an exciting swim program designed to fit any age group and ability. Our program provides participants with a positive learning experience and teaches lifelong swimming skills as well as sun and water safety information Lessons utilize components of the American Red Cross and other Learn-to-Swim programs

Level 1 - Level 4 sessions are two weeks long (8 classes) Monday through the following Thursday

2023 SESSION SCHEDULE

Session 1: June 5 - June 15

Session 2: June 19 - June 29

Session 3: July 3 - July 13

Session 4: July 17 - July 27

PARENT AND TOT SWIM CLASS

2023 SESSION COST

Parent & Tot: $7 00 per class

Session 1: $40 00

Session 2: $40 00

Session 3: $40 00

Session 4: $40 00

LEVEL 1 - MINNOWS - INTRODUCTION TO WATER SKILLS

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LEVEL 2 - GUPPIES - FUNDAMENTAL AQUATICS SKILLS

LEVEL 3 - GOLDFISH- STROKE DEVELOPMENT

LEVEL 4 - SEALS - STROKE IMPROVEMENT

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REDCROSS LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION COURSE

The American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification course will train and certify participants to be a lifeguard for swimming pools The Lifeguard certification course includes the following American Red Cross certifications: Lifeguarding, First Aid and CPR/AED for the professional rescuer, valid for 2 years. City of Cottonwood courses are all a blended learning course format with online education, classroom, and in-water components American Red Cross requires all Lifeguard certification candidates to complete the American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification Online Course prior to the first-class date (details sent after registration). Participants must be at least 15 years old at the time of the course. Attendance is required at all class sessions listed in the course description

Criteria for certification:

Attend and actively participate in all course sessions. Complete all eLearning units prior the in-person sessions.

Demonstrate competency in all required skills and activities.

Demonstrate competency in a required final rescue skill scenario

Pass the CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid,

Lifeguarding, and final written exams with an 80 percent or better

Location: Cottonwood Aquatics Complex

Days/Times: TBD

Cost: free for individuals who become employed with the City of Cottonwood Non potential employees $150 00

Applications will be available online at the end of March 2023

Sign up for job posting notifications at http://cottonwoodaz gov/600/Employment-Opportunities

EVENTS

AND COMMUNITY PROGRAMS

THUNDER VALLEY RALLY

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Save the date! The 22st Annual Thunder Valley Rally is back to bring you to live entertainment, a bike show, vendors, and more!

Ride on over to Old Town Cottonwood for a great time!

Dates: September 15th -16th

Location: Riverfront Park, Old Town Cottonwood

Ages: All ages are welcome! Age 13+ ticket purchase is required.

Details coming soon to thundervalleyrallyaz com

EASTER EGGSTRAVAGANZA

Join us for our Easter Eggstravaganza Join us as we have a hoppin’ good time finding some fun filled eggs this Easter season If you search hard enough you may find the Easter Bunny!

Date: Saturday, April 8th, 2023

Location: Riverfront Park

Time: Hunting begins at 10 AM

FANTASTIC FAMILY FOURTH OF JULY

Join us for a fun-filled day with kid’s games, a VFW Patriotic Salute, free food, and Fireworks!

Location: Cottonwood Kids Park

Date: July 4th, 2023

Cost: Free

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COTTONWOOD VINTAGE RUN/WALK

Join us for this years Vintage Run! The 1/2 Marathon, 10K, 5K, and 2 mile, feature the same breathtaking courses that have highlighted the beauty of Cottonwood and its surrounding areas since the inception of this race Whether you are here for a fast time, or here for a good time, Cottonwood's Vintage Run has something for everyone!

Half-Marathon: Start time: 7:00 AM

Run or walk through historic Old Town then along gentle hills to Sycamore Canyon Road up to Tuzigoot National Monument, where the Sinagua Indians once lived. Continue on a short series of trails with views of the beautiful Verde River into Dead Horse Ranch State Park.

10 K Run: Start time: 7:30 AM

This scenic 10k course takes place almost exclusively on road/sidewalk and runs through beautiful Dead Horse Ranch State Park nestled between Sycamore Canyon and Mingus Mountain

2 Mile Run: Start time 7:45 AM

Run or walk from the Riverfront Ramada area to Dead Horse Ranch State Park's main gate and back This route is fairly flat but the scenery is breathtaking

5K Run: Start time 4:00 PM

Fun-fueled 5K with celebratory wine at the finish line. You may have 20/20 vision, but this race requires glasses!

Enjoy this fresh new race as you run through the Heart of Arizona Wine Country in Historic Old Town Cottonwood, and through the natural canopy of the beautiful State Park’s Jail Trail This isn’t just any race though, so be sure to steady your pace as all runners will be carrying a cup of water as they run

This exciting new race features a twist All runners will start the race with a full glass of water keep it full because it will be replaced with Finish Line Wine at the end The more in your cup, the better the fill-up!

*This race is limited to 21+ and is an untimed fun run*

Date: April 22nd 2023

Location: All races begin and end at Riverfront Park - 1284 E Riverfront Rd , Cottonwood, AZ 86326

*REGISTRATION DEADLINE FOR A GUARANTEED T-SHIRT IS MARCH 31, 2023*

SCAN HERE TO REGISTER NOW

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COMMUNITY PROGRAMS

DADDY DAUGHTER DATE NIGHT

Looking for a great present for Father’s Day Treat your dad to a formal night full of fine food, music and dancing. Seating is limited and must be purchased ahead of time, price of tickets includes; live music, corsage, catered dinner, and a photobooth.

Location: Cottonwood Community Club House

Date: June, 23rd 2023

Time: 6:00- 8:00 PM

MISSOULA CHILDREN'S THEATRE

TENNIS

Join us Monday, Wednesday, and Friday's for drop in tennis hours

Location: Cottonwood Tennis Courts

Date: April 1- June 30

Time: 8:00am-10:00am

Missoula Children's Theatre is returning for summer 2023 to present The Little Mermaid!

Deep in the salty waters of the Sassafras Sea, there lived a Little Mermaid Her name was Celia She lived for music In fact, it was said that she had the loveliest scales in all of the Deep Celia and her three sisters were allowed one visit to the World Above, each on their sixteenth birthday, to learn the secrets of life on dry land Their discoveries included ferocious dragons, advancing armies and, of course, a handsome and resourceful Prince Charming In a new version of the age-old tale, lots of music, plot surprises and humor await the audience

Location: Cottonwood Community Club House

Dates:

Rehearsal Dates: 06/12/23 - 6/16/23

Show Date: 06/17/23 at 3pm and 5pm

PARKS AND FACILITIES

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WANT TO MAKE SURE YOU GET A RAMADA ON A CERTAIN DAY FOR A FAMILY PICNIC AT ANY OF OUR PARKS? OR A ROOM AT THE REC EVENT HALL FOR A BUSINESS MEETING? HOW ABOUT THE COTTONWOOD COMMUNITY CLUB HOUSE IN OLD TOWN FOR A WEDDING RECEPTION OR LIFE CELEBRATION?

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL OUR RESERVATIONS COORDINATOR, ROSA CAYS, AT 928-639-3200 X3202, OR SEND EMAIL TO RCAYS@COTTONWOODAZ.GOV. SHE’LL BE HAPPY TO HELP YOU!

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TheR C E

FACILITIES

1 2. 215 E Pima Street

Cottonwood Community Clubhouse 805 N Main Street

Cottonwood Youth Center

3 Cottonwood Recreation Center 150 S 6th Street

AQUATICS

Cottonwood Aquatics Center 100 Brian Mickelsen Pkwy 1

PARKS

1 2 3. 4 5 6 7. 8.

Community Garden N 10th Street

Dog Park 10th Street

Riverfront Park 1284 E River Front Road

Old Town Activity Park 187 E Pima Street

Lions Club Park 730 N Willard Street

Garrison Park 39 Brian Mickelsen Parkway

Cottonwood Kids Park 350 S 12th Street

Bowden Memorial Park 70 E Mesquite Drive

SPORTS AND FITNESS

REC CENTER MEMBERSHIPS

The Cottonwood Recreation Center is a year-round, multigenerational facility that provides recreational activities and is a gathering place for all ages It contains a fitness training area, indoor leisure pool, sports gymnasium, climbing wall, and a community events hall Your REC membership includes free fitness classes and use of the outdoor Cottonwood Aquatics Center during the regular summer season

HOURS OF OPERATION: 4:30A–8P MONDAY–FRIDAY; 6A–8P SATURDAY & SUNDAY

RECREATION CENTER MEMBERSHIP FEES

MEMBERS)

ADDITIONAL MEMBERS (TO ADD TO FAMILY MEMBERSHIP)

*Youth under age 13 must be accompanied by a responsible person 13 or older.

*Senior is 55 and older

*Must show valid military identification

Prices are subject to change.

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ADULT SPORTS

ADULT COED VOLLEYBALL

Join us for our fun and exciting Adult volleyball league

Divisions:

“A” league is built for competitive level volleyball with games on Monday and Wednesday nights

“B” league is built for more recreational level volleyball with games on Tuesday and Thursday nights

Dates: April 3rd-May 25th

Fees: $400

Location: Cottonwood Recreation Center

ADULT SOFTBALL

Join us for our fun and exciting Adult Softball league.

Divisions:

“A” league is built for competitive level softball

“B” league is built for more recreational level softball

Men’s league games will be played on Wednesday nights

Coed league games will be played Tuesday and Thursday nights

Dates: August 29th-November 7th

Fees: $400 per team

Location: Riverfront Park Adult Softball Complex

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YOUTH SPORTS

SOCCER CAMP

Challenger International Soccer Camps teach a fun, technical and tactical based curriculum revolving around five of the world’s leading soccer nations: Brazil, France, Spain, UK and the US In the build up to camp, our players will also be given exclusive access to virtual content to get them ready for the summer! Items to bring: Cleats, sunscreen, hat T-shirts and ball will be provided Register now at Challengersports com

Tiny Tikes Program

Location: Riverfront Park

Dates: July 24th-28th

Age: 2-4

Time: 8:00 am - 8:45 am

Cost: $129.00

BASKETBALL CAMP

Campers in 1st through 4th grade learn basic fundamentals: passing, shooting, rebounding and blocking out

Campers in 5th through 8th grade continue to learn basics while gradually advancing to more skilled offensive and defensive drills.

Grades: 1st-8th

Fee: $55 00

Dates: June 19th - 23rd

Time: 8:00 am -11:00 am

Location: Cottonwood Recreation Center

Half Day Program

Location: Riverfront Park

Dates: July 24th-28th

Age: 5-14

Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Cost: $195.00

VOLLEYBALL CAMP

Campers in 1st through 4th grade will learn the basic fundamentals: hitting, bumping, setting and spiking Campers in 5th through 8th grade will continue to learn the basics while gradually advancing to more skilled drills.

Grades: 1st-4th

Time: 8:00 am - 9:45 am

Grades: 5th- 8th

Time: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

Fee: $55.00

Dates: June 5th-June 9th

Location: Cottonwood Recreation Center

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FITNESS CLASSES

CYCLING

Anela Plunkett takes biking to the next level with this cycling class! This go-hard-or-go-home aerobic workout allows you to burn up to 600 calories in just 50 minutes as you ascend steep hills and sprint on flat terrain with high‐energy music to inspire you along the way. Tone your leg muscles, workout your core, and test your endurance in a supportive, but intense class

Days: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday

Time: 6–7a

Location: Cottonwood Recreation Center

PILATES

Join Anela Plunkett with a total‐body workout that brings together the slow and controlled elements of Pilates mixed in with strength training This revolutionary, low‐impact workout is designed to lengthen and tone your muscles while placing a strong focus on building core strength. This method is also designed with time in mind; all you need is 50 minutes out of your day to set those intentions and leave feeling sweaty and inspired

Days: Monday, Wednesday, and Friday Time: 7–8a

Location: Cottonwood Recreation Center

STRENGTH AND CONDITIONING

Anela Plunkett leads this total-body, muscle-building, strength-training workout This class is a perfect mix of strength and endurance, with timed intervals incorporated with dumbbells and a chair for core exercises as well as support, if needed. The first 10 minutes is a light warm‐up to stretch and increase the heart rate in preparation for the 40 minutes of timed intervals that consist of working the seven major muscle groups: chest, back, arms, abdominals, legs, and shoulders The workout will utilize compound, dynamic, and static movements

Days: Saturday

Time: 8–9a

Location: Cottonwood Recreation Center

ZUMBA

Dance with Kristy Harris during this Zumba program that fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy‐to‐follow moves in one exciting hour of calorie‐burning, body‐energizing, awe‐inspiring movements

Days: Wednesday

Time: 9–10a

Location: Cottonwood Recreation Center

Days: Saturday

Time: 10–11a

Location: Cottonwood Recreation Center

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BOOT CAMP

Burn lots of calories with Jeanie Swesey while working the whole body in a fun and efficient class

Days: Tuesday Time: 5–6p

SPORTS AND FITNESS

Location: Cottonwood Recreation Center

BRAIN, BONE, AND BALANCE

Lack of movement, NOT AGE, causes muscle weakness, loss of bone density, thus balance difficulties. Exercise is the key to a clear, responsive brain promoting a healthy, strong, and well-balanced body This class with Karen Runyon challenges participants by using multifaceted movements, balance postures, resistance tools, and mind exercises Exercise the body to exercise the mind Everyone works at their own fitness level. It’s never too late!

Days: Thursday

Time: 9–10a

Location: Cottonwood Recreation Center

JUST DANCE

Whether you are light on your feet or have two left ones, this class with Karen Runyon will engage your mind and get your body buzzing! A variety of easy dance combos from Latin to line dancing will improve your balance, endurance, coordination, and cardio strength. You might discover some hidden muscles and talent! Perfect for everyone and every BODY. No dance experience is needed to add your own personality and flare with a side order of fun!

Days: Friday

Time: 9–10a

Location: Cottonwood Recreation Center

FIT AND FLEX

Karen Runyon leads this class that will activate the entire body A safe but challenging range of various exercises will increase cardio fitness, sculpt and strengthen muscle, and build bone density and flexibility while torching those calories

Days: Wednesday Time: 10–11a

Location: Cottonwood Recreation Center

SILVER SNEAKERS - CLASSIC

Join Karen Runyon for fun and movement to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement, and activities for daily living. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a Silver Sneakers ball are offered for resistance A chair is available if needed for seated or standing support

Days: Monday and Friday

Time: 10–11a

Location: Cottonwood Recreation Center

SILVER SNEAKERS - YOGA

Karen Runyon will guide your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of postures designed to increase flexibility, balance, and range of movement Restorative breathing exercises and final relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity.

Days: Tuesday and Thursday Time: 10–11a

Location: Cottonwood Recreation Center

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H.I.I.T.

Join Jeanie Swesey and get ready to sweat. Just 25 minutes of High-Intensity Interval Training (H.I.I.T.) utilizes a series of exercises at maximal intensities This is where results are made; 'nuff said

Days: Monday

Time: 5–6p

Location: Cottonwood Recreation Center

ABS, GLUTES, AND THIGHS

In this class, Jeanie Swesey takes you through a killer abdominal workout in the first half hour. (Guys, don’t be afraid to try this! Hard-core abs for 25 minutes!) Jeanie will also challenge inner thigh and glute muscles Great for the ladies (and gents)!

Days: Wednesday Time: 5–6p Location: Cottonwood Recreation Center

This class all-over body sculpting class with Jeanie Swesey will shape you, tone you, and increase your strength, balance, and flexibility while burning lots of calories Evolve your form to a stronger, more confident you!

Days: Thursday Time: 5–6p

Location: Cottonwood Recreation Center

JIU JITSU*

Mixed Martial Arts Grappling Class: MMA grappling utilizes Jiu-Jitsu, judo, and wrestling. These arts have been found to have incredible self‐defense potential, and the sports aspect provides a fun way to stay in great shape! $10 00 per class

Days: Wednesday Time: 6–7p

Location: Cottonwood Recreation Center

EVOLVE YOGA

Jeanie Swesey guides this yoga class for all levels, and demonstrates restorative yoga poses and deep breathing exercises Prepare for a complete body and mind relaxation session and de-stress from everyday pressures.

Days: Friday

Time: 5–6p

Location: Cottonwood Recreation Center

TRIBAL HIP HOP

Join Sara Woolsey for this empowering group dance fitness experience. Groove and ground with African, Caribbean, Hip Hop, Reggae, Latin, and Middle Eastern music Feel free to explore and express yourself! Class is a cardio workout with elements of strength and flexibility

Days: Monday Time: 6–7p

Location: Cottonwood Recreation Center

ZUMBA

Hande Tufte leads in this Zumba program that fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy‐to‐follow moves in one exciting hour of calorie‐burning, body‐energizing, awe‐inspiring movements.

Days: Tuesday and Thursday

Time: 6–7p

Location: Cottonwood Recreation Center

*All classes, except Jiu Jitsu classes, are included for free with an active membership. Nonmembers can purchase day passes and pay separately for Jiu Jitsu classes).

CLASS SCHEDULES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

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TRAILS

TRAILS

INTERPRETIVE HIKE

A guided hike with Trails Coordinator Joe Sulfaro on the Jail Trail in Old Town Cottonwood. Joe will cover topics involving local history, ecology, and hydrology Join him for a 20-minute walk on the first Friday morning of every month!

Ages: All ages

Dates: First Friday of every month

Time: 10a and 2p

Fee: Free

Location: Cottonwood Jail Trail, 1101 N. Main St.

COTTONWOOD FAMILY CAMPOUT

The Cottonwood family campout is intended as an introduction to camping for families with little or no experience Throughout the campout, the families will learn how to set up a tent, cook outside, and other useful skills for a successful sleepover in the great outdoors!

Location: Riverfront Park

Time: Check in Saturday at 10a, check out Sunday at 11a

Ages: All Ages

Fee: Spots are limited: $100 per family of 4 with each additional family member $25 (up to 6 members) Any group larger will require special arrangements Please email Joe at jsulfaro@cottonwoodaz gov

Scan the QR code to link to the online interactive trails map. Scan the QR code to link to the online interactive trails map. Scan the QR code to link to the online interactive trails map.

This map is intended solely to assist bicyclists and hikers in selecting routes in the Cottonwood-Clarkdale area. The publishers do not assume liability for bicyclists and hikers who choose to use any of the routes shown, nor do they guarantee the condition of the roads and trails, which may contain surface imperfections or debris It is the responsibility of the individual user to remain alert as to surface conditions and vehicular traffic and to always ride with care for their own safety as well as the safety of others

YOUTH

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM

YOUTH

The After School Program (ASP) is a recreation program that fosters learning through fun Your child will have the opportunity to engage in arts & crafts, swimming, sports, games, science and more. Your child will have many unique and interesting experiences at our program. We love what we do, and we are here for you!

Days: Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri 2:30-5:30; Wed 2:00-5:30

Cost: $150/month

Location: Cottonwood Youth Center

SUMMER CAMP

Enjoy the fresh outdoors and hang out with your friends while participating in a variety of activities including crafts, STEAM Projects, sports, field trips, swimming, library, games and more!

Session 1: June 5-16

Session 2: June 19-30

Session 3: July 3-14

Session 4: July 17-28

Mini Camp: May 30- June 2

Days: Tues- Fri Time: 8:00am - 5:30pm Cost: $85

Post Summer Mini Camp:

Days: July 31 - August 2 full days

Time:8:00am - 5:30pm

Days: August 3 - 4 after school Time:2:30pm-5:30pm

Cost $85.00

COTTONWOOD YOUTH ADVISORY COMMISSION (CYAC)

WHAT IS CYAC?

The Cottonwood Youth Advisory Commission (CYAC) was created to provide a structure within local government to respond to the needs of children and youth. The CYAC serves as a voice for all children and youth by making recommendations to the city council on issues that promote a safe, healthy, and positive environment for child and youth development The CYAC also implements activities that promote a positive environment for youth

WHAT DO I DO IN CYAC?

Volunteer four to six hours per month; miss one day of school to sponsor Student Government Day/Youth Town Hall; represent CYAC at other events.

WHO CAN JOIN?

The CYAC is composed of 8th - 12th-grade students located in the city of Cottonwood

HOW CAN I APPLY?

Complete and submit the CYAC member application via mail, drop-off, email, or fax

Applications are available online at http://cottonwoodaz gov/386/Youth-AdvisoryCommission

Questions? Call Dana Dowell at 928-639-3200, x3211

MEMBERS

Makenna Bliss, President

Nicholas Knowles, Vice President

Mitchell Gordon, Secretary

Commission Members

Collin Bentley

Nathan Bentley

Anslie Bliss

Elam Branam

William Demankowski

Finnegan Harold

Ryan Hoggard

Kaylee Sharber

Xander Teel

Dana Dowell, Adult Representative

Applications will be available online July 2023

Visit http://cottonwoodaz gov/386/Youth-Advisory-Commission for more info!

RECREATION AND ENRICHMENT CATALOG

The City of Cottonwood Department of Parks and Recreation offers three ways to enroll in programs!

ONLINE at https://secure.rec1.com

/AZ/cottonwoodaz/catalog

IN PERSON at The Cottonwood Recreation Center located at 150 S. 6th Street.

MAIL

Completed registration form and fees to: Registration 150 S. 6th Street, Cottonwood, AZ 86326

Hold Harmless Agreement for Participants in City of Cottonwood Programs

Hold Harmless Agreement: (Applicant / Property Owner) agrees to indemnify, defend, save and hold harmless the City of Cottonwood, and any jurisdiction or agency issuing permits for any work included in the event, and their respective departments, directors, officers, officials, agents, employees, volunteers and contractor (hereinafter referred to as Indemnitee) from and against any and all claims, demands, actions, liabilities, damages, losses or expenses, including court costs, attorneys fees, and costs of claim processing, investigation and litigation (hereinafter collectively referred to as “Claims”) for personal and bodily injury (including death) or property damage caused, or alleged to be caused, in whole or in part, by the negligent or willful acts or omissions of Sponsor or any of Sponsor’s directors, officers, agents, volunteers, employees or contractors This indemnity includes any claim or amount arising or recovered under Workers’ Compensation Law or arising out of the failure of the Sponsor to conform to any federal, state or local law, statute, ordinance, rule, regulation or court decree It is the specific intention of the parties that the Indemnitee shall, in all instances, except for claims arising solely from the negligent or willful acts or omissions of the Indemnitee, be indemnified by Sponsor from and against any and all Claims to the fullest extent of the law It is agreed that Sponsor will be responsible for primary loss investigation, defense and judgment costs where this indemnification is applicable

Permission for Medical Treatment: In case of an accident or injury, I authorize a staff member of the City of Cottonwood to call the 911 emergency number I give my consent to any medical treatment felt necessary by an attending physician for the physical well-being of the child mentioned above I further understand that the responding medical emergency team will provide emergency treatment as they deem necessary for the safety and protection of my child at my expense

Consent to Photograph, Film or Tape: I agree to have photographs, films, videotapes or tape recordings taken of me or minor child registered under my signature while participating in the City of Cottonwood programs I permit these photographs, films or tapes to be released to be used in publications, promotional materials, web site, and for other public information purposes by the City of Cottonwood If I do no consent staff leading the program for which I am registered must be informed of and record my non-consent

Privacy Statement: The information provide is accessible only by Recreation staff Course coordinators and instructors will receive only the name, current age, address, and phone numbers of participants Email addresses will only be used for Department correspondence related

City of Cottonwood

Parks and Recreation

150 S. 6th Street

Cottonwood, AZ 86326