Redding Recreation's Summer Activity Guide 2022

Solar S’mores

Fuel switching is all about changing from a less-sustainable resource to a more sustainable resource. In this activity, we’ll use the sun to cook s’mores in a solar oven! No wood, natural gas, or electricity!

A solar oven is a box that traps some of the sun’s energy to make the air inside the box hotter than the air outside the box.

• A cardboard box with attached lid, like a shoe box or pizza box. Lid should have flaps so that the box can be closed tightly.

• Aluminum foil

• Clear plastic wrap

• Glue stick

• Tape (transparent tape or any tape you have)

• Stick (about 1 foot long) to prop open reflector flap (Use a Skewer, ruler, or whatever you have.)

• Ruler or straight-edge

• Box cutter or X-acto knife (with adult help, please!)

• Pie tin or paper plate

• S,more Ingredients: graham crackers, chocolate, marshmallows

Using the straight edge as a guide, cut a three sided flap out of the top of the box, leaving at least a 1-inch border around the 3 sides.

Cover the bottom (inside) of the flap with aluminum foil, spreading a coat of glue from the glue stick onto the cardboard first and making the foil as smooth as possible. Then line the inside of the box with aluminum foil, again gluing it down to make it as smooth as possible.

Tape two layers of plastic wrap across the opening you cut in the lid-one layer on the top and one layer on the inside of the lid.

Set the oven in the direct sun when the outdoor temperature is at least 85 degrees Fahrenheit. Prop the flap open to reflect the light into the box. You will probably have to tape the prop in place. Preheat the oven for at least 30 minutes.

Put half a graham cracker topped with a marshmallow onto your pie tin or paper plate and place it in your oven. Make sure to close the lid tightly, and keep the flap propped up so that light is reflecting into your oven. Your marshmallow will take about 30-60 minutes to get squishy. Once your marshmallow is squishy, add the chocolate on top, and cook for a few more minutes.

Summer feels like it's already here with the warm temperatures and sunny days. This year, we are excited to welcome everyone back to the Redding Aquatic Center to check out the great improvements. With a brand new play structure and a resurfaced 50-meter pool, there's never been a better time to sign up for Swim Lessons and get in the water! Summer Camps are filling quickly—so this is the warning to sign up soon. A revamped Camp Adventure has some awesome animal additions and an explosive rocket building experience—just in time for the Fourth of July. And most exciting—community events seem to be back in full swing. Don't miss any of the fun this summer!

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Send us an email at reddingrecreation@gmail.com, and use Cover Photo in the email subject line. We are scheduling photo shoots with local families in our beautiful parks. You get some great family photos, and we get your permission to use them in our communication efforts. Everybody wins!

Connect with Us

Kim Niemer

Director of Community Services | 225.4085 kniemer@cityofredding.org

Teresa Urricelqui

Preschool Programs & Youth Camps | 225.4474 turricelqui@cityofredding.org

Jenny Moore

Redding Aquatic Center | 225.4479 jmoore@cityofredding.org

Tori Hughes

Recreation Sports Supervisor | 225.4539 thughes@cityofredding.org

Christina Massey

MLK Jr. Center & Adult Programs | 225.4375 cmassey@cityofredding.org

Brook New

Recreation Front Office | 225.4096 bnew@cityofredding.org

Explore ancient Egypt through this dazzling collection of reproductions of Tutankhamunʼs treasures, representing the richest archeological find of all time. Learn about life in Ancient Egypt while discovering the legacy behind the life, burial, and curse of Tutankhamun, from his origins, all the way to the exciting discovery of “The Boy Kingʼs” tomb.

Parks & Facilities

Redding Aquatic Center

44 Quartz Hill Road, Redding

Includes swimming pools, benches & more.

Junior Bike Park, Caldwell Park

56 Quartz Hill Road, Redding

Reservable Saturdays from 9:00–11:00 am | Call for Rental Fee

Next to Jump River Playground; Includes paved pump track, jump line, restrooms & more.

Jump River, Caldwell Park

58 Quartz Hill Road, Redding

Includes swings, slides & fun for toddlers.

Oak Knoll, Caldwell Park

48 Quartz Hill Road, Redding

Near Jr. Bike Park; includes benches, picnic tables & large turf.

South Grove, Caldwell Park

48 Quartz Hill Road, Redding

Near Jump River; includes picnic tables, large turf & restrooms.

Carter House Lawn, Caldwell Park

48 Quartz Hill Road, Redding

Great view of Sacramento River; includes cement area, electricity & large turf.

Diestelhorst Bridge

Benton Drive, Redding

Great view of Sacramento River; includes large, open-air setting & electricity.

Lake Redding Park

2225 Benton Drive, Redding

Includes picnic tables, sand volleyball court & lawn for games.

Lake Redding Gazebo & Pavilion

2225 Benton Drive, Redding

Occupancy: 100 people | Call for Rental Fee

Great view of Sacramento River; includes gazebo shade structure & pavilion with shaded picnic tables, electricity, water hook-ups & lawn usage.

Deodora Lake Redding

2225 Benton Drive, Redding

Close to playground; includes picnic tables, turf & restrooms.

Amphitheater River Park

800 Sundial Bridge Drive, Redding

Great view of Sacramento River; includes stage area, electricity, restrooms & turf.

Sculpture Park at City Hall

777 Cypress Avenue, Redding

Includes benches, trails, sculptures, electricity & water fountain.

Enterprise Park Pavilion at Kids Kingdom

4000 Victor Avenue, Redding

Includes playground, picnic tables, electricity, turf & more.

Highland Park

555 Mill Valley Parkway, Redding

Open green space; includes trails, courts, playground & more Rivercrest Park

800 Woodacre Drive, Redding

Grassy area; includes playground for kids, restrooms, basketball hoop, turf & modern picnic pavilion.

Park Rentals

Looking for the perfect place to hold your next party, picnic, wedding, or event? There are several City Parks and picnic shelters that are available for the community to reserve.

Please visit reddingparks.com or call 530.225.4095 for more detailed information about rules and general rental info.

Preschool Programs

Music & Movement

Summer of Fun! Pre-School Camp

Ages 3–5 | Enterprise Community Room

Our summer preschool camps are designed for fun and learning. Teachers are trained in child development and are dedicated to helping children enjoy the discovery of play, learning, and social interaction in a safe, positive environment.

Outer Space

Let’s climb around a spaceship and visit all the planets in space. Go stargazing with telescopes we build. Learn about moon rocks and aliens. These are a few of the many things that will be a part of this fun week.

CRS # Date DayTime Fee

2501June20–23M–Th8:30a–12p$85

Ocean Commotion

We will be exploring the colorful life under and around the sea with fun-filled crafts, games, and water table play.

CRS # Date DayTime Fee

2502June27–30M–Th8:30a–12p$85

Dazzling Dinosaurs

Children will dig up dinosaur bones, create fossils and volcanoes, play with dino puppets, and learn interesting facts about the creatures.

CRS # Date DayTime Fee

2503July5–8T–F8:30a–12p$85

Get ready to dance, sing, and use all kinds of musical instruments. Children will be introduced to musical instruments from all around the world. We will build instruments, sing songs, and learn new dances!

CRS # Date DayTime Fee

2504July11–14M–Th8:30a–12p$85

Messy Masterpieces

Plan on getting messy while exploring all kinds of art materials. We'll use our imagination to paint, glue, stamp, build sculptures, create collages, and much more.

CRS # Date DayTime Fee

2651July18–21M–Th8:30a–12p$85

Amazing Science

Children will be amazed by science experiments that go fizz, color mixing, walking water, and plant science. We will learn about science tools and build our own wizard’s lab. Hands-on science activities for curious minds.

CRS # Date DayTime Fee

2652July25–28M–Th8:30a–12p$85

Ages 3–5 | Mt. Shasta Mall

Specialty Pre-School Camps by

Encanto Camp

Celebrate this Colombian-themed camp that offers fun from all the characters of Encanto! Help Antonio navigate his new animal spirits and adopt your own jungle friend! Make flowers and cacti crafts, and flex your muscles like Luisa in our Donkey Games & Obstacle Courses. Create a door that represents your natural gifts, but remember, We Don’t Talk About Bruno! Lots of singing, dancing, and smiles will be had throughout this amazing camp!

CRS # Date DayTime Fee

2238June20–24M–F9a–12p$150

Tiny Chef’s Cooking Camp

This camp is perfect for your toddler’s first cooking experience. They will learn to make several yummy and healthy treats like granola bars, banana chocolate chip cookies, yogurt bites, rainbow popsicles, and cupcakes. The students will learn to measure, crack eggs, combine ingredients, and bake them on their own. The best part—we clean up the mess! Each camper will also make their own apron to bring home at the end of the week. $25 Supply Fee.

CRS # Date DayTime Fee

2236June27–July1M–F9a–12p$150

2237June27–July1M–F1–4p$150

Unicorn Glitter Camp

Celebrate the magic of unicorns! Camp will feature sparkly crafts, singing, dancing, and make-believe! Let your little one's imagination fly as they create their own unicorns to name, take care of, and play with for years to come. The last day of camp ends with a unicorn transformation as each camper gets a glitter hairstyle, face paint, and sparkle nails!

CRS # Date DayTime Fee

2243July25–29M–F9a–12p$150

530.225.4095.

YouthVolleyballLeague

Grades 3–8 | Alta Mesa Gym

Sign up now for volleyball fun! Practices will concentrate on skill building, setting, passing, spiking, digging, and serving—all the basics to make the game more enjoyable.

Players will be divided into teams with practices on Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday evenings, depending on grade. Games will be held on Saturday mornings from October 1–22. Once games begin, practices will be held on Wednesday and Thursday only once per week. Rally scoring and 7’6” net height will be used. Good tennis shoes and knee pads are required.

CRS#Grade Date DayTime Fee

27133–5Sept7–Oct19M/W6–7:30p$95 27146–8Sept6–Oct20T/Th6–7:30p$95

NFLFlagFootballLeague Grades 1–8 | Enterprise Park/Caldwell Park

NFL Flag Football is a non-contact league which makes it great for the beginning football player, as well as the player with experience. Games are 40 minutes long (running clock) with a five-minute halftime. Everyone plays in this style of football that emphasizes passing, catching, running, and play strategies. Practices are twice a week starting August 22. Games are on Saturdays, September 17–November 12, from 9a–2p. Registration opens July 1. All players will receive an official NFL logo reversible mesh jersey with registration. We will have a Turkey Bowl playoff match on November 12!

Volunteer coaches will be needed. Please contact Tori Hughes, at thughes@cityofredding.org to sign up.

3-on-3BasketballLeague

Grades

5–8

| Juniper School Gym

This 3-on-3 league will be played in the half-court model with two games at once. Games will be officiated and teams will be made up of five players. Request teammates during registration to play with your friends. If you’re signing up alone—don’t worry—we will get you placed on a team as a free agent.

Games will consist of two 15-minute halves with a scoring cap. In this fast-paced summer program, each team will play two games a week after the first week of practices. The league will end with a tournament-style championship for all divisions played on Saturday, July 30. Each team will need to have one parent manager/coach.

Girls' Division

CRS# Date

DayTimeGrade Fee

2709July5–28T,Th5:30–8:30p5–6$45

2710July5–28T,Th5:30–8:30p7–8$45

Boys' Division

CRS# Date

DayTimeGrade Fee

2711July6–27M,W5:30–8:30p5–6$45

2712July6–27M,W5:30–8:30p7–8$45

Championship Tournament for all Divisions

Saturday, July 30, Times TBD

JuniorGiantsBaseball

Ages 5–13 | Caldwell/South City Park

This FREE program is made possible by the Giants Community Fund and the City of Redding. Summer baseball for boys and girls ages 5–13 (age five as of July 1, 2022) promotes skill and character development in a recreational atmosphere. This instructional baseball program features the Four Bases of Character Development (integrity, teamwork, leadership, and confidence) and will require involvement in summer reading, healthy eating, and violence prevention. Parent volunteers are needed to manage and coach teams and assist with team responsibilities and field/facility maintenance.

Teams will be formed into the following age groups: ∙

Tee Ball (5–6 years old)

Note: Players must be at least 5 years old by 7/1/2022 ∙

Minors/Coach Pitch (7–8 years old) ∙

Minors/Pitching Machine (8–10 years old)

Note: Beginner 8-year-olds should enroll in Coach Pitch ∙ Majors/Pitching Machine (11–13 years old)

Register with Jr. Giants Directly at GoJrGiants.org

Mandatory First Pitch Parent Meeting: To remain enrolled in the program, a parent/guardian must attend. Children are not encouraged to attend.

Date: Monday, June 13

Times: 6:30p: Tee Ball & Coach Pitch 7:30p: Minors/Pitching Machine & Majors/Pitching Machine

Location: Softball Park at South City Park Practice May Begin: June 20, as determined by the coach.

League Games: July 11–Aug 4, 2 games a week

Learn to fly fish like Brad Pitt—or better! This class is for the beginning fisher-person or someone who needs to fill in some very basic information. Class includes understanding basic fly fishing gear, tying the necessary knots, casting instruction, entomology (study of bugs) and related fly patterns, fly fishing techniques for both moving and still water, and stream-side etiquette. Great

Intro to Rowing class is a two-session, 3-hour class (6 hours total) that is designed to get people on the water and experience rowing. Classes will focus primarily on single sculling with the opportunity for all participants to be in a boat by themselves. What is accomplished in the class depends on the number of participants and how quickly people pick up the rowing technique, but all classes will get everyone out on the water to get as much rowing time as possible.

MartialArts

Ages 8–12 | Caldwell Park/Teen Center

The Fierce Tigers Martial Arts Association (FTMA) is dedicated to building true confidence through knowledge of the mind, honesty in the heart, and strength in the body. For over 30 years, FTMA has preserved a long and proud tradition that has been handed down for generations. Members of this martial arts program will engage in multiple styles of discipline, with the traditional Korean martial art, Tang Soo Do, at the core of this programs training. Tang Soo Do is an ancient Korean art of empty hand and foot fighting for conditioning, self-defense, and self-discipline. This defensive martial art style primarily focuses on the passive, rather than the aggressive approach to confrontations. Students will also learn fundamental skills in Eskrima, Largo Mano, and Kenpo Jiu-Jitsu. Instructor: Tommy Cervania

Tuesday: Teen Center, Wednesday: Caldwell Park

CRS# Date DayTime Fee

2636May3–31T–Th6–7:30p$90

2638June1–30T–Th6–7:30p$90

2639July5–28T–Th6–7:30p$90

2640Aug2–31T–Th6–7:30p$90

BeginningFoilFencing

Ages 10–14 | Caldwell Recreation Center

Students will learn footwork, blade work, timing, strategy, the eight parries, and simple attacks. Foil, fencing jacket, glove, and mask can be purchased at blueguantlet.com or other fencing gear websites. Please wear tennis shoes and sweat pants. Students must provide their own gear.

CRS# Date DayTime Fee

2629May3–31T6–8p$27

2630June7–28T6–8p$27

2631Aug2–30T6–8p$27

ReddingTennisSummerCamp

Ages 6–17 | Riverview Golf & Country Club

Classes are designed to help each student develop proper tennis techniques in their forehand, backhand, serve, volley overheads and footwork. Advance players are committed, self motivated, and actively competing in tournaments and matchplay.

Instructors: Terry & Donna Ehlers

Beginner/Intermediate

CRS# Date DayTime Fee

2653June13–16M–Th8:30–10:30a$100 2654June20–23M–Th8:30–10:30a$100

2657June27–30M–Th8:30–10:30a$100 2658July11–14M–Th8:30–10:30a$100 2659July18–21M–Th8:30–10:30a$100 2660July25–28M–Th8:30–10:30a$100 2661Aug1–4M–Th8:30–10:30a$100 2662Aug8–11M–Th8:30–10:30a$100

Advanced

CRS# Date DayTime Fee

2664June13–16M–Th8:30–10:30a$120 2665June20–23M–Th8:30–10:30a$120 2666June27–30M–Th8:30–10:30a$120 2667July11–14M–Th8:30–10:30a$120

2668July18–21M–Th8:30–10:30a$120

2669July25–28M–Th8:30–10:30a$120 2670Aug1–4M–Th8:30–10:30a$120 2671Aug8–11M–Th8:30–10:30a$120

SUMMER ADVENTURES

Our themed weeks are packed with fantastic daily adventures for campers throughout the summer, complete with a variety of fun and exploratory activities. Many include weekly field trips and swim days, innovative crafts, awesome games, and highly trained camp staff. So get ready for another wild summer full of fun activities and good friends!

Adventure

These fast-paced, athletic weeks offer adventures in exploration, imagination, and fitness, as well as traditional and non-traditional sports, fitness and knowhow-based classes, team competitions, and water play for all skill levels and abilities! Each week includes a field trip, awesome activities, and ends with swimming fun at the Redding Aquatic Center. Active sportswear is recommended.

Bring a water bottle, snack, lunch, sunscreen, campspecific gear (including athletic apparel, tennis shoes, etc.), swimsuit, and towel. Note: Camp itinerary will be distributed on the first day of camp each week.

Water World Beat the heat and join the fun with a week of water activities and competitions including a bounce house, slip 'n' slide, and water balloon wars. We will also spend a day rafting down the Sacramento River, so get ready to get wet and brave the rapids!

CRS# Date DayTime Fee

2699June20–23M–Th7:30a–5:30p$155

Extreme Sport Adventures

Get ready for a week filled with extreme adventures, including a skateboarding lesson by instructor Ryan Dye and a day spent on Whiskeytown Lake kayaking, paddle boarding, and learning to race sail boats with the Redding Yacht Club! Whether you are new to these activities or experienced, you will learn many new tricks and techniques by the end of the week. *Kids will need to bring skateboard, scooter, or bike to participate in skate lesson.

CRS# Date DayTime Fee

2700June27–30M–Th7:30a–5:30p$165

*Schedule is tentative and may be subject to change based

Red, White, & Blast Off!

Enjoy a fun week full of booms, bangs, and fizz! This week, Shasta County 4-H Rocketry Program will be joining us in conducting a National Youth Science Day Experiment, Rockets to the Rescue! Our friends at The Chain Gang will teach a bicycle mechanics lesson followed by a bike ride. We will also visit Enterprise Park for a day of Pickleball, Hockey, Disc Golf, and water play at the Fantasy Fountain. *Kids must have a bike to bring for our bike ride day.

CRS# Date DayTime Fee

2701July5–7T–Th7:30a–5:30p$120

Into the Wild

Do you have what it takes to survive in the wild? Find out during this week's adventures which will focus on outdoor camping education, trail science, and survival skills. Learn fly fishing, entomology, and naturalist skills at Clover Creek Preserve from the Shasta Trinity Fly Fishers Club and the Wintu Audubon Society.

CRS# Date DayTime Fee 2702July11–14M–Th7:30a–5:30p$155

Superhero Showdown

This week, we will focus on everyone’s favorite superheroes, with activities based around superhuman feats, including an obstacle coarse and bounce house. Our field trip will be to Cinemark Movie Theater to see Thor!

*Kids will need a waiver signed to attend the PG-13 movie.

CRS# Date DayTime Fee 2703July18–21M–Th7:30a–5:30p$155

Animal Adventures

We have saved the best for last with an all day field trip and some fun in the sun at Waterworks Park! This will be a fun and exciting week with activities focused around our neighbors and friends in the animal kingdom, including a visit from the critters at the Shasta Wildlife Rescue & Rehabilitation Center.

CRS# Date DayTime Fee 2704July25–28M–Th7:30a–5:30p$155

530.225.4095.

CampShastaLake

Ages 6–12 | Shasta Lake School

Join us at Camp Shasta Lake, where you'll have an extraordinary adventure! Our themed weeks are packed with fun crafts, awesome games, and daily adventures, including walking trips and exploratory activities. We include a weekly field trip to the Redding Aquatic Center and highly trained camp staff to make for a exciting and safe summer with friends, old and new! Campers must bring a lunch and two snacks each day. Fee subsidized by the City of Shasta Lake.

Day: M–Th Time: 7:30a–5:30p Fee: $75

Aquatic Center swim days on Mondays

CRS # Date Theme

2645June13–16BigAdventure

2646June20–23UndertheSea 2647June27–30Superheroes

2648July5–7Red,White,Boom! (T–Th, $57)

2649July11–14APirate’sLifeforMe

2650July18–21IntotheWoods

Kids’SailingCamp

Ages 8–17 | Whiskeytown Lake

Learn to launch a 22’ Sailboat, properly operate an outboard motor, rig it for sailing, sail the boat, break down the sails, approach the dock, and trailer. Adult must accompany child each class.

Instructor: Redding Yacht Club

CRS# Date DayTime Fee

2566June13–23M–Th12–4p$30 2559June20–23M–Th12–4p$30 2560June27–30M–Th12–4p$30 2561July11–14M–Th12–4p$30 2562July18–21M–Th12–4p$30 2563July25–28M–Th12–4p$30 2564Aug1–4M–Th12–4p$30 2565Aug8–11M–Th12–4p$30

Kids'RegattaontheRiver

Ages 8–18 | Park Marina Pond

Kids, get ready to race sailboats! Redding Yacht Club will have a youth sailing regatta on July 2. RYC will provide the boats, so all you have to do is bring the fun. Must be a Kids' Sailing Camp Veteran. Races will start at noon with a second race to follow. It's going to be EPIC!

CRS# Date DayTime Fee

2612July2–3Sat–Sun11a$25

SkateboardCamp

Ages 8–14 | Caldwell Skate Park

This is a great starter course to get you ripping the Skate Park, riding the transitions, grinding the rails or just cruising the flatland. Learn how to balance on a skateboard using foot placement and stance. Build your confidence by learning how to turn and push the skateboard while maneuvering through obstacles. *Skateboard and helmet required. Elbow and knee pads recommended. Instructor: Ryan Dye

CRS# Date DayTime Fee

2499July11–14M-Th8a–12p$120

2500July18–21M-Th8a–12p$120

Nuts&BoltsofConstruction

Ages 10–15 | CA Heritage YouthBuild Academy

Participants will experience hands-on construction training facilitated by practicing tradespeople. From carpentry to electrical to plumbing—students will get a chance to learn from Pros. Get an opportunity to use basic tools to learn the nuts & bolts of the industry. Come & explore career options and get excited! A project will be completed and donated to a local non-profit. Instructors: Shasta Builders’ Exchange Members

CRS# Date DayTime Fee 2655Aug1–4M–Th7:30–11:30a$76

BMXCamp

Ages 8–14 | Caldwell Skate Park

Get ready to shred in this weeklong introduction to BMX! In this starter course, you will learn the fundamentals of pumping, carving, and hitting jumps, as well as basic bike repair and mechanics. Whether you are a beginner or skilled rider, this camp will provide you with the tips and tricks to ride the Skate Park safely and confidently.

Bike and helmet are required (any bike type will work, but BMX bike is preferred). Knee guards, shin guards, and gloves are recommended. Instructor: Teagan Harris

CRS # Date DayTime Fee

2705June13–16M–Th8a–12p$150

2706June27–30M–Th8a–12p$150

2707July11–14M–Th8a–12p$150

2708July18–21M–Th8a–12p$150

“What a great camp! My son had such a good time learning how to build things. He couldn't stop talking about it for weeks.”

Redding Princess Parties is known for embracing childhood and understanding that kids are only little once. They pour their hearts into every party, tea event, and community project. The magic is in the details. Ask any of your friends about us, and they will smile with a happy memory! Redding Princess Parties is the premier entertainment company in Northern California.

Petite Bakery Camps

Ages 6–9 & 9–12 | Mt. Shasta Mall

This camp is a fun-filled delicious adventure! The bakers will start off in teams with naming their bakery, designing the look, and creating the perfect menu. During the week, bakers will learn how to bake and decorate cupcakes, cookies, cake pops, and brownies all in the theme they choose! On the last day of camp, team bakeries will open for business!

Parents are encouraged to visit the kids' bakeries and try their delicious treats. Please bring a few dollars, as the last part of camp will be going over their profits as a business and they will bring a little hard-earned money home! Watch the delight in the bakers' eyes as they see their bakery dream come true! Additional $25 Supply Fee Ages 6–9

Half-Day Camps

Encanto Camp

Ages 6–9 | Mt. Shasta Mall

Celebrate this Colombian-themed camp that offers fun from all the characters of Encanto! Help Antonio navigate his new animal spirits and adopt your own jungle friend! Show off what else you can do by making flowers and cacti crafts. Let’s see your muscles like Luisa in our Donkey Games & Obstacle Courses. Create a door that represents your natural gifts, but remember We Don’t Talk About Bruno! Lots of singing, dancing, and smiles will be had throughout this amazing camp!

CRS # Date DayTime Fee

2239June20–24M–F1–4p$150

Laser Tag Camp

Ages 6–12 | Mt. Shasta Mall

Join us on an epic adventure to the ring! Players will forge worlds by creating unique obstacles and bring their ideas to life in heroic laser tag games. Please bring closed-toed shoes, water, and a snack.

CRS # Date DayTime Fee

2506June27–July1M–F1–4p$150

Hogwarts Training Academy

Ages 6–12 | Mt. Shasta Mall

The Ministry of Magic is pleased to offer this camp for aspiring witches and wizards. Get ready to take classes in the following studies: Potions, Care of Magical Creatures, History of Hogwarts, and Defense Against the Dark Arts. Extracurricular activities will include Quidditch. Camp concludes with an OWLS exam and, upon passing, a special ceremony to celebrate their time with the Ministry.

CRS # Date DayTime Fee

2240July11–15M–F9a–12p$150

Minecraft Unplugged Camp Ages 6–12

|

Mt. Shasta Mall

Minecraft Camp explores all the best parts of the Minecraft World—off the screen. Camp starts by creating building bricks to create masterpieces of towers, houses, and villages. Students spend time designing and creating their own survival nerf like weaponry. Several challenges will reveal different ores, and campers learn the value of earning and distributing emerald currency.

The class will feature lots of social interaction and is taught by a true Minecraft fan in a setting away from screens!

CRS # Date DayTime Fee

2241July11–15M–F1–4p$150

American Girl Doll Camp Ages 6–12 | Mt. Shasta Mall

Campers start the week by creating a vision board and concept ideas for them and their doll. Each camper will create a special outfit and accessory to debut in the American Doll Fashion Show on Friday. Camp will focus on empowering girls to not only dream, but to bring their ideas to fruition. Campers will also create their own dollthemed bath product line to showcase and bring home including a scrub, bath bomb, lotion, and lip gloss set.

Camp is taught by the owners of Chico Princess Parties, and the duo can’t wait to share their inspiring story with the upcoming generation that dreams do come true! $15 Supply Fee

CRS # Date DayTime Fee

2242July25–29M–F1–4p$150

The journey of your child’s early years includes many developmental milestones for how he or she plays, learns, speaks, and acts. Not reaching these milestones, or reaching them much later than other children, could be a sign of a developmental delay.

The journey of your child’s early years includes many developmental milestones for how he or she plays, learns, speaks, and acts. Not reaching these milestones, or reaching them much later than other children, could be a sign of a developmental delay.

YOU KNOW YOUR CHILD BEST. If you are concerned about your child’s development, talk to your child’s doctor call Help Me Grow Shasta at 2-1-1 to learn how to get the help your child might need.

DON’T WAIT. Acting early can make a real difference!

YOU KNOW YOUR CHILD BEST. If you are concerned about your child’s development, talk to your child’s doctor or call Help Me Grow Shasta at 2-1-1 to learn how to get the help your child might need.

DON’T WAIT Acting early can make a real difference!

There are still great options for 2022 Summer Camps (see pp. 17–21), but a few of our most popular camps are already full; including Camp Eureka, Camp Caldwell, Beach Buddies, and Farm Camp. So what should you do if the camp you want is full? Join the waitlist! Every week, if campers can’t attend a session, Redding Recreation staff will email the waitlist starting at the top of the list and moving toward the bottom. If you receive an email, you will have 24 hours to respond and register. If we need to fill the spot quickly, we will call the waitlist. Look for an email or phone call and respond as quickly as possible. The first parent to respond, secures the spot.

“One of the reasons that our camps fill quickly, is we keep a 1 to 12 counselor to camper ratio,” says Redding Recreation Superintendent Teresa Urricelqui. “This allows us to engage in really fun activities and field trips with the campers while making sure there is enough supervision.”

The small camp size, weekly field trips, and swimming days at the Redding Aquatic Center are just a few of the reasons Redding Recreation has an excellent reputation in the community for running quality Summer Camps. “Parents need affordable, reliable, and enjoyable Summer Camp options for kids that aren’t just a daycare during the summer,” says Teresa. “We work hard to provide a great community resource for parents that is also a fun and educational experience for kids. It’s one of the reasons we have so many parents return year after year and register early for our Summer Camps.”

For parents who might have missed Summer Camps registration for this year, mark your calendars for February 2023. Summer Camp registration opens in early winter with Farm Camp registration opening in early April. It might seem like it's too early to think about summer, but believe it or not, Redding Recreation begins gearing up for summer in January.

Teresa’s best advice? Register early. The next best thing to do is to join the waitlist. For 2022, there are still some great camp options. Check out reddingrecreation.org for the latest camp offerings.

Happy summer, everyone!

What should I do if the Summer Camp I want to register for is already full?

Adult Programs

IntrotoKayaking

12+ | Whiskeytown Lake

This class will teach you how to feel comfortable in your kayak. Our instructor has 10 years of experience and teaches the fundamentals of kayaking in a comfortable setting, at your pace. You will learn about proper strokes and paddling technique. There may be a game or two and a small tour to practice the strokes and paddling technique. Bring sunscreen, a snack, sense of humor, and prepare to have fun! A Personal Flotation Device (PFD) is required. Kayaks can be rented from Headwaters Adventure Company.

CRS# Date DayTime Fee

2717June11Sat9a–1p$125

2718July9Sat9a–1p$125

2719Aug20Sat9a–1p$125

UpriverClasses

12+ | Lake Redding Boat Ramp

Does the Sacramento River intimidate you? The section of river under the Diestelhorst Bridge is very mild and beautiful. It is one of the easiest sections of the Sacramento River to paddle due to a mild current from May until September. This class will teach you how to read the current, learn how to ferry (move from one side of the river to the other), and maneuver your kayak in a safe way. Enjoy the beautiful scenery and wildlife on this peaceful stretch of river while you learn.

A Personal Flotation Device and whistle are required. Clothing for cold water is recommended. Sunscreen and snacks are also good to have on hand. For questions please, contact Headwaters Adventure Company.

CRS# Date DayTime Fee

2723June21T6–8:30p$125

2724July5T6–8:30p$125

2725Aug2T6–8:30p$125

Rescue&Re-EntryClasses

12+ | Whiskeytown Lake

It's not a matter of IF, but WHEN you capsize in your kayak. Do you know how to get back in? We will teach you! Be prepared to get wet! You will learn how to wet exit from your kayak, learn a paddle-float rescue, and T-rescue. Both these rescues are essential for paddling closed-cockpit kayaks safely on protected waters. You do not need to own a closed-cockpit kayak to take this class. This class is also for owners of hobies and sit-on -top kayaks.

A Personal Flotation Device and a whistle are required. A paddle float and clothing appropriate for cold water are recommended. Sunscreen, a snack, and a sense of fun are good things to have. If you have any questions, contact Headwaters Adventure Company.

CRS# Date DayTime Fee 2720June12Sun9a–1p$125 2721July10Sun9a–1p$125 2722Aug21Sun9a–1p$125

IntrotoRowing

Ages 12+ | Whiskeytown Lake

The Intro to Rowing class is a two-session, three-hour class (six hours total) that is designed to get people on the water and experience rowing. Classes will focus primarily on single sculling with the opportunity for all participants to be in a boat by themselves. What is accomplished in the class depends on the number of participants and how quickly people pick up the rowing technique. All classes will get everyone out on the water to get as much rowing time as possible.

CRS# Date DayTime Fee

2251May28–June4Sun7–10a$80

2252July23–30Sat7–10a$80

2253Sept10–17Sat7–10a$80

SummerSolsticeYoga

Ages 12+ | Sundial Bridge

Rise with the sun on the longest day of the year! Let your heart shine and revel through the beauty of nature while being guided through an early morning yoga practice on Redding’s iconic Sundial Bridge. In this class you’ll experience the calming, healthy benefits yoga provides while improving flexibility, strength, and balance. This event is open to all fitness levels. Things to bring: yoga mat, dress in layers, water and a flashlight.

CRS# Date DayTime Fee

2715June 21M5:15–7:15a$12*

*Fee is $25 with purchase of a tank top.

MosaicwithAngie Ages 12+ | Chain Gang Bike Shop

Angie has created a unique way of mosaic, using mortar and grout as the base of her I’m Loved Originals!! mosaics. In this three-session beginner class, you will learn the traditional way and Angie’s way to mosaic flowers, abstract patterns, or a design on your choice of a bowling ball, large tile, or flower pot. These will be completed and yours to take home at the end of the third session. The instructor will supply all of the necessary materials needed to make your own mosaic including stained glass, ceramics, rocks, pebbles, grout, mortar, nippers, glue, and all mixing supplies. Please bring safety glasses or other appropriate eye protection. Instructor: Angie James

CRS# Date DayTime Fee

2689May24–26T–Th10a–1p$45* 2690June21–23T–Th9a–12p$45*

Private parties available. Contact Chain Gang at 530.243.9957 and ask for Angie.

*An additional $55 materials fee is due to the instructor at the first session.

BeginningFoilFencing Ages 15+ | Caldwell Recreation Center

Students will learn footwork, blade work, timing, strategy, the eight parries, and simple attacks. Foil, fencing jacket, glove, and mask can be purchased at blueguantlet.com or other fencing gear websites. Please wear tennis shoes and sweat pants. Students must provide their own gear.

CRS# Date DayTime Fee

Ages 18+ | Whiskeytown Lake

The Redding Yacht Club will teach you to launch a 22’ sailboat (or catamaran), properly operate an outboard motor, rig the boat with sails, anchor, approach docks, mooring, and how to handle common sailing emergencies so you can be a confident and competent sailor. Materials needed: Participants will need weatherappropriate clothes, a properly fitting life jacket, sunscreen, and sunglasses. Participants will need to purchase a parking pass for Whiskeytown Lake. The class will be held at Brandy Creek Marina, Whiskeytown National Recreation Area.

CRS# Date DayTime Fee

2589June 13–16 M–Th1–5p$330 2592June 20–23 M–Th1–5p$330 2593June 27–30 M–Th1–5p$330 2594July 11–14 M–Th1–5p$330 2595July 18–21 M–Th1–5p$330 2596July 25–28 M–Th1–5p$330 2598Aug 1–4 M–Th1–5p$330 2599Aug 8–11 M–Th1–5p$330

Ages 13+ | Shasta Trinity Fly Fishers

Learn to fly fish like Brad Pitt—or better! This class is for the beginning fisher-person or someone who needs to fill in some very basic information. Class includes understanding basic fly fishing gear, tying the necessary knots, casting instruction, entomology (study of bugs) and related fly patterns, fly fishing techniques for both moving and still water, and stream-side etiquette. Great for kids too!

Fit4UWomen’sSelf-Defense

Ages 16+ | Caldwell Recreation Center

SaccoFit4U Women’s Self-Defense classes are designed to teach women awareness of their surroundings and develop their strength and self-defense skills while also learning how to react under critical and dangerous circumstances. We offer effective, informative women’s self-defense skills to build the confidence needed to protect themselves when in danger.

Instructor: James Sacco

CRS# Date DayTime Fee

2672May9–30M6:45–7:45p$55

2673June6–27M7:15–8:15p$55

2674July11–Aug1M7:15–8:15p$55

2675Aug8–29M7:15–8:15p$55

MartialArts

Ages 15+ | Caldwell Park

Members of this martial arts program, put on by the Fierce Tigers Martial Arts Association (FTMA), will engage in studying multiple styles of discipline, with the traditional Korean martial art, Tang Soo Do, at the core of this programs training. To see a more detailed description please see p. 11. Students of all skill levels are welcome! Instruction will advance according to student proficiency. Instructor: Tommy Cervania Tuesday: Teen Center, Wednesday: Caldwell Park

CRS# Date DayTime Fee

2641May3–31T–Th7:30–9p$90

2642June1–30T–Th7:30–9p$90

2643July5–28T–Th7:30–9p$90

2644Aug2–31T–Th7:30–9p$90

LineDancing

Ages 18+ | Redding Senior Center

Level 1: Beginning Line Dancing

Everyone can dance. This class is for those who want a fun and easy hour of dance basics to all kinds of music. It's fun when you come with a group of friends but no partner needed and no experience necessary! Just a fun attitude and a dancing spirit.

Level 2: Easy Intermediate

This class picks up where Level 1 leaves off. Previous experience with patterns and rhythms is essential for success in this class. Try this class out for a night to make sure you’re in the right level. No partner needed.

Stay tuned! Class Dates coming after August 1 CRS# Date DayTime Fee TBDTBDTBDTBD$5*

Ballroom/CountryWesternDance Ages 14+ | Redding Senior Center Learn both ballroom and country western couples dancing! Become a great dancer at your next wedding or social event! *$5 per class attended Instructor: Ben Mason 2-Step Dance CRS# Date DayTime Fee 2691May4–25W6–7p$5* 2692June1–29W6–7p$5* 2693July6–27W6–7p$5* 2694Aug3–31W6–7p$5* Ballroom & Swing CRS# Date DayTime Fee 2695May4–25W7–8p$5* 2696June1–29W7–8p$5* 2697July6–27W7–8p$5* 2698Aug3–31W7–8p$5*

CALL 530.225.4095.

Summer Events

June 4

April 1–May 31

BigfootMt.BikeChallenge

All Ages | Free

The Bigfoot MTB Challenge will not only challenge you, but it will no doubt inspire you to get out and ride! The Bigfoot MTB Challenge Passport offers Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced mountain bike trail options with a new Junior Passport for those little Sasquatches. Rules and details can be found at bigfootmtbchallenge.com.

May 1–31

ShastaBikeMonth&Challenge

All Ages | Shasta County | Free

The Shasta Bike Challenge wants to engage new, old, and current cyclists to ride as much as they can— whether it is for transportation, exercise, or just for fun! Participants can register as an individual or join a team for the challenge through the Love to Ride platform. All level of riders welcome! For more Bike Challenge events, visit healthyshasta.org/bike-challenge

May 7 FantasyFountainOpens!

Weekends ONLY:

May 7–29 & Sept 10–24 | 10a–8p

Open DAILY: May 30–Sept 9 | 10a–8p

OpeningDayattheAquaticCenter

Redding Aquatic Center | 1–4:30p

Regular Aquatic Center Fees

Come see all the great improvements at the Redding Aquatic Center! We have a new play structure and a refreshed 50-meter pool.

June 1–July 31

SummerReadingattheLibrary

All

Ages | Shasta County

Summer reading programs for all ages presented by the Shasta Public Libraries. Sign up to read for prizes, gift cards, and more at summerblast.fun!

June 4

ReddingHealthExpo

Ages

16+

| Redding Civic Auditorium | Free

The Redding Health Expo offers an in-person experience to come and meet over 100+ vendors that represent the very best of the Northstate in health, wellness, nutrition, fitness, medicine, and so much more! There will be engaging activities for the whole family! For more information, visit reddinghealthexpo.com.

June 18

SundialSplash

Ages 16+ | Turtle Bay Boat Launch | $20–25

The Sundial Splash is a family-fun community river float with a race, designed to focus on the heart of our community—the Sacramento River. Join the Paddle Sport Community for a fun race and massive public float down the Sacramento River through the City of Redding. This event is open to citizens at every level of paddle ability—no experience necessary.

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SummerSolsticeYoga

Ages 18+ | Sundial Bridge | $15

Rise with the sun on the longest day of the year! Let your heart shine and revel through the beauty of nature while being guided through an early morning yoga practice on Redding’s iconic Sundial Bridge. In this class you’ll experience the calming, healthy benefits yoga provides while improving flexibility, strength, and balance. This event is open to all fitness levels. Things to bring: yoga mat, dress in layers, water and a flashlight.

Registration Info on p. 26.

June 22–25

ShastaDistrictFair

All Ages | Shasta District Fair & Event Center

This is an exciting and fun-filled four-day attraction that is the largest event in Shasta County. This event features livestock exhibits, arts & crafts, carnival, live entertainment, and lots of vendors and concessionaires bringing fair-goers a dizzying array of souvenirs, food, and drinks.

July 4 Firecracker5KRun

Turtle Bay Exploration Park

Fun for the whole family! Timed 5K run/walk, 1/4 mile little sparkler’s race, patriotic opening ceremony, and full pancake breakfast. Visit reddingfirecracker5k.com for more info.

July 4

FreedomFestival

Redding Civic Auditorium | Free

Come celebrate Independence Day with fireworks, music, food, and more. Fireworks begin at dark. This is a FREE community event.

September 5

EndofSummerCarnival

&LastDaySwim

Redding Aquatic Center | 1–4:30p

Regular Aquatic Center Fees

This will be a fun-filled time of games, face-painting, swimming, and much more. Come and join us as we enjoy our last summer event.

Hardening Your Home

Learn how to prepare for wildfire season by hardening your home before fire strikes! Use the fourteen clues below with the diagram on the right to solve the crossword puzzle!

ACROSS

These see-through parts of your home can easily break from heat and spread fire outside your home. Keep sticks, leaves, and mud out of these to avoid clogging after a rainstorm. They say these things make good neighbors, but really bad things to attach to your house when made out of wood. Separate them from your home and make sure that the last 5 feet are fireproof. These roof overhangs should be boxed in and protected with fireproof materials.

If these room dividers could talk, they’d tell you to remodel them with fireproof materials like stucco, fiber cement, treated wood, or other approved materials.

This car path should be paved and maintained to allow fire and emergency vehicles to reach your home.

You can sell all kinds of things out of this room, but make sure to keep the extinguisher, shovel, rake, bucket, and hose inside for emergencies.

DOWN

Cover these slitted openings in your home with metal mesh to stop flying embers from passing through.

Make sure that this top part of your home is made out of fireproof materials like composition, metal, clay, or tile to avoid fire.

Santa won’t be coming down this smoke tube for a while, so keep it closed and covered with a fireproof screen during fire season. Make sure you have multiple garden hoses with this liquid supply that are long enough to reach all areas of your home.

Use the same fireproof materials for this outdoor shade cover as you would for a roof. Hit the ! Create a fireproof zone around and under these surfaces. Make sure that this house number can be seen clearly from the road at all times.

MLK Jr. Center

OCTOBER

Harry Potter Halloween Carnival

Take a magical journey through the world of Harry Potter as Caldwell Park is transformed into the Wizarding World! This interactive event features the shops of Diagon Alley, Hogsmeade Village, Trick or Treat Trail, traditional muggle carnival games, classes in Potions & Mythical Creatures, access to our Art Walk, and so much more.

MLK Jr. Center Programs

1815 Sheridan Street, Redding, CA

Kids Night | Ages

5–13

Join us for our drop-in Kids Night program where youth get a delicious and nutritious dinner, play games, do arts and crafts, and spend time with their friends. Although this is a drop-in program, we do ask that you register online.

Computer Lab & Lending Library | Ages 7+

The MLK Jr. Center operates six days a week, Monday–Saturday providing programming to all children of appropriate age. Our vision is to see all Redding youth have equal access to educational, recreational, and enriching programs in a supportive environment. Whether that means access to a free computer lab and lending library to do homework, or group activities that promote respect, self awareness, and healthy social relationships, the MLK Jr. Center is here for our local kids and teens.

SummerFoodServiceProgram

Ages 0–18 | June 11–Aug 3, 11–11:30a MLK Center | Free

Youth up to the age of 18 are able to receive a free lunch through the summer lunch program sponsored by Enterprise Elementary at the Martin Luther King Jr. Center. Lunches will be served only to youth and must be consumed on site. This is a drop-in program and first come first serve.

CougarDenAfterschoolProgram

Students K–5 from Cypress Elementary MLK Center | Free

Cypress School students are invited to join the Cougar’s Den Afterschool Program at the MLK Center! This program is a partnership with the Redding School District and runs Monday–Friday from 2–5:30p. The Cougar’s Den is dedicated to providing academic enrichment, homework assistance, promoting positive peer interactions, recreation, and a safe environment where students can have fun and learn new skills while in a supervised setting. Please call 245.7714 for more information.

Do you need access to a computer, extra homework help, or a book for school? Come to our open computer lab and lending library. Once registered, computers are on a first come first serve basis for approved websites. Sign-up for an in-house library card and read away.

S.T.E.A.M.| Ages 8+

Participants will be participating in various lessons and activities in the ares of S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Mathematics), including building and programming lego robots, coding, botany, art, and more.

Positively Girls' Club | Ages 8–12

Positively Girls Club provides a safe, fun environment to grow in friendship, build selfesteem, and develop interpersonal skills. A healthy dinner will be provided.

Positively Girls’ Circle | Ages 13–18

Positively Girls' Circle explores relevant, but tough topics including drugs, alcohol, responsible choices, friendship, goal-setting, and self talk. A healthy dinner is provided.

King’s Brotherhood | Ages 9–12

King’s Brotherhood utilizes the One Circle Foundation curriculum focusing on respect, relationships, conflict resolution, leadership, etc. A nutritious dinner in a positive, supportive environment will be provided.

King’s Brotherhood Council | Ages 13–18

King’s Brotherhood Council utilizes the One Circle Foundation curriculum focusing on respect, relationships, conflict resolution, leadership, etc. A nutritious dinner in a positive, supportive environment will be provided.

Empowering youth through programs that cultivate moral, community, and intellectual development.

SATURDAYS

April 2nd - December 10th

7:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Behind Redding City Hall 777 Cypress Ave SUNDAYS

June

12:00

June 8th - Sept. 28th

3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Burney

June 7th - October 11th

7:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Next to Dairy Queen 1700 Churn Creek Road

Seniors

Seniors 50+ | 2290 Benton Drive

Main Office: 530.246.3042|M–Th,9a–3p|F,9a–12p

Rental Office: 530.241.9759|M/W/F,9a–12p

Fee: $20AnnualMembership

The Senior Citizens Hall offers a variety of activities for men and women 50 years and older for a yearly membership fee of $20. Board meetings are held on the 1st Thursday on the month at 3 pm.

For more information visit ReddingSeniorCenter.org

*Free for Seniors 50+

Monday Course Time

SeniorFitness*8–9a

Billiards/Pool8a–5p

WoodCarving9–10a

CraftyLadies9:30a–1p

Hand&FootCanasta9:45a–12p

SelfDefense3–4:30p

TableTennis4–5:30p

Tuesday Course

Time

Billiards/Pool8a–5p

TaiChi8:30–9:30a Qigong9:30–10a Hula10a–12p

SpeedBingo(OpentoPublic)11a–12p Hula(Basic)12–1p

Bingo(OpentoPublic)12:30–4p Pinochle(SingleDeck)6p

Wednesday Course Time

SeniorFitness*8–9a

Billiards/Pool8a–5p Hula(Int.)9a–1p

Yoga(Gentle)9:30–10:45a

Pinochle(SingleDeck)12–2p TableTennis3–4:30p Self-Defense3–4:30p

Thursday Course

Time

Billiards/Pool8a–5p

TaiChi8:30–9:30a

LineDancing(Beg.)8:30–9:25a Qigong9:30–10a LineDancing(Int.)9:30–11a MahJong11:30a–2:30p Pinochle(SingleDeck)12–2p Bingo(OpentoPublic)5:30–9p

Friday Course Time

SeniorFitness8–9a

Billiards/Pool8a–5p

RiverCityLineDancingPractice9–10a Yoga9:30–10:45a Cribbage12:30–3p

Chess1–3p

TableTennis3–4:30p

SeniorDance(LiveBand)7–10p

Redding Aquatic Center

Come play and learn to swim at the Redding Aquatic Center! Enjoy the 50m competition pool with both 1m and 3m diving boards and an activity pool that includes a play structure and a two story slide. With an average of 100,000 visitors each summer and 80 part-time staff, the Redding Aquatic Center is the perfect place to beat the heat and enjoy lots of summer fun!

Redding Aquatic Center Amenities

Competition Pool

• 50-meter Outdoor/Heated, 8-Lane Long Course, 12-Lane Short Course

• Male/Female/Family/Disabled Change Rooms Next to Pool Area

• Shaded Seating Area Next to Pool

• 3-Meter Diving Board

• 1-Meter Diving Board

• ADA-Compliant Swim Lift

• Wibits Sport Play Features: Aqua Track & Aqua Duel

Activity Pool

• 25-Meter Outdoor Pool/6 Lanes

• Wading Area

• Shaded Seating Area Next to Pool

• Zero-Depth Entry

• Male/Female/Family/Disabled Change Rooms Next to Pool Area

• Play Structure/Water Feature

• Two-Story Slide

Fitness Programs

• Long/Short Course Lap Swim

• High & Low Impact Water Aerobics

• Masters Swimming

• Diving Practice

• Recreational Programs

• Public Swim

• Family Evening Splash

• Special Events

• Preschool Splash

• Rock 'n' Swim

• Birthday Party Packages

• End-of-Year School Parties

• Facility Rentals

Aquatics Programs

• Learn-to-Swim Lessons

• Parent & Child Lessons

• Aqua Athletes

• Private Lessons

• Diving Lessons

• Lifeguard Training

• Water Safety Instructor Training

• Basic Water Rescue

• Jr. Lifeguard Academy Years 1–5

ADMISSION PRICES

Public Swim & Rock 'n' Swim

Ages 0–2 FREE Child 3–15 ............................................ $4.50 Adults $5.00 (One entr y and one exit only. Price per session.)

Preschool Splash

Date & Time: M–Th, June 13–Aug 4, 8:30–9:50a Sat, June 13–Aug 8, 9:30–11:30a

Come join us for some water play! Your pre-kindergartner will enjoy climbing, sliding, and splish-splashing in the water. Open to those who have not been in kindergarten, with a parent present. Note: No Preschool Splash June 25 & July 30 Ages 0–2 .............................................. FREE Child 3–15 $4.50 (Play structure only. Water is off.)

Family Evening Splash

Date & Time: Monday–Thursday/July 1–Aug 5, 6:45–8p (Activity Pool Only). Kids—grab your parents and bring them down for an evening of fun for the entire family!

Ages 0–2 FREE Child 3–15 $3.50 Adults ...................................................... $4.00 (Activity Pool only)

Family Fun Sundays

Family of 4 $20

SUMMER SEASON PASS

Family $160 5 members including at least one adult. Admission to all Family Swim times, Preschool Splash, and special event nights.

Individual or Additional Family Member ................ $50 Admission to all Family Swim times, Preschool Splash, and special event nights.

Water Fitness Pass ..................................... $70 Admission to all Water Fitness classes and Lap Swim times, Diving Practice, and Master Swim Practice.

HOURS OF OPERATION Weekends Only

June 4–Sept 4 Saturday 1–4:30p Sunday ........................... 1–4p

Starting June 13: Open All Week

Monday–Thursday

Preschool Splash ............. 8:30–9:50a Public Swim 1–4:30p Family Evening Splash ...........6:45–8p

Friday

Public Swim 1-4:30p Rock ‘n' Swim 4:30–7p

Saturday

Preschool Splash 9:30–11:30a Public Swim Session 1 .......................1–4:30p Session 2 4:30–7p

Sunday Public Swim 1–4p

WEEKDAY SPECIALS

Military Mondays: Families showing Military ID will receive one free child’s admission with each paying adult admission.

TuTu Tuesdays: TuTu in Hawaiian means grandparent, so grandparents get in free with each paid child admission.

Rock 'n' Swim Fridays: Come hang out in the pool while listening to music. June 17–July 29 from 4:30–7p No Rock ‘n' Swim on June 24 & July 29.

Dive Into Summer

Party Space Rental

Rent out just the shaded party area for 1.5 hours. This includes three six-foot tables for self-set-up and clean-up. Does not include admission or staff assistance. Great for parents that already have the party planned but are looking for the perfect location.

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Want additional items or need to add guests? Want to rent out the entire Aquatic Center for group events? For more information on any of our parties, please call Redding Recreation at 225.4095 before Memorial Day, and the Redding Aquatic Center at 245.7247 after Memorial Day.

Group Swim Lessons

Swim lessons taken by class. Spring lessons are four 30-minute lessons completed M–Th in one week. Summer lessons are comprised of eight 30-minute lessons completed M–Th over the course of 2 weeks. Sign up for as many sessions as you’d like! Our goal is to get your swimmer comfortable & skilled in and around the water.

Twice-a-Week Option for Parent & Me Classes

Swim lessons 4 times a week might be too taxing on the littlest swimmers, so we have created a special 2/Week Option for Parent & Me age groups in the summer only! You still get eight 30-minute classes, but they happen twice a week over the course of 4 weeks instead of over 2 weeks like regular classes.

Private Lessons

You might want to sign up for Private swim lessons to give you or your swimmer more individual attention. We have private lessons available individually or private lesson packages, which include 4 private lessons that take place in a one week session. Lessons are for all ages, toddlers to adults!

Individual Private Lessons

Private: $25/student/half-hour

Semi-Private: $20/two students/half-hour; Semi-Private lessons are for 2 students who will be signed up together and are at a similar skill level. Great for siblings & friends.

Private Lesson Package Deal

Private: $82/four 1-on-1 private swim lessons

Semi-Private: $124/four 2-on-1 private swim lessons for students who will be signed up together and are at a similar skill level. Great for siblings & friends.

Step 1. Choose an age

group

Swim lessons are divided first by age group. The chart on page 42 breaks the groups into Parent & Me, Preschool & School Age. Aqua Athletes are school-age students who are more confident in the water and are ready for more of a challenge. You will select your swim lessons from age group first.

Step 2. Choose the water skill level

After age, swim lessons are divided by skill & confidence level. If your child is timid around the water, start at the very beginning of the lesson tier and move your way up during the season. If your child is confident, likes the water, and likes putting their face in the water, you can decide which skill level to start with. It is always recommended to start low and grow into the appropriate level.

Step 3.

Select your session & time slot

Swim lessons are divided into sessions: Spring & Summer. Choose the week your child can attend (session), and select the time slot you can commit to that week. Swim lessons will be held at the same time each day.

Step 4. Register Online

Search & register online for swim lessons. These will be organized by age group and skill level (fish name). You can also register using the course codes on pages 44-45.

To schedule private lessons, call the Recreation Office at 225.4095 or the Redding Aquatic Center (after June 10) at 245.7247

Follow these 4 simple steps to determine what swim lesson class is best for your swimmer.

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Salmon: Level 4 Spring: $30 | Summer: $55 261923202620232123222323 Spring Lessons: Aqua Athlete classes are together

Lifeguard Training & Water Safety Classes

Online Lifeguard Training

Ages 15+ | Redding Aquatic Center

With Online & In-Person Skill Sessions

The new blended learning Lifeguarding course from the American Red Cross builds the same knowledge & skills as our traditional in-person training. The online format enables teens & young adults to complete interactive lessons & activities on their own time. Instructor-led sessions reinforce learning & skill building. Prerequisite: 15+ years, swim 300 yds continuously w/ breath control, swim 25 yds, retrieve a 10-lb diving brick in 10 ft of water, tread water w/o use of hands for 2 min. Does not include Title 22. This class will certify you to become a Lifeguard in both deep water & shallow water. American Lifeguard Certificate, CPR/AED for the professional Rescuer & First Aid valid for 2 years upon completion.

CRS # Date DayTime Fee

2121Apr 30–May 1Sat–Sun8a–6p$200

2122May 7–8Sat–Sun8a–6p$200

2123May 14–15Sat–Sun8a–6p$200

2124May 21–22Sat–Sun8a–6p$200

Just Need to Re-Certify?

You may just need to take the Blended Learning Lifeguard Review Class below. It’s slightly shorter & cheaper, but you need to already be certified to enroll. Please review the class info below and call to register.

Blended Learning Review Class

Ages 15+ | Redding Aquatic

Center

Must have current Red Cross Lifeguard Certificate. Contact Jennifer Moore for more information or to register before April 9, May 7, or May 14 by calling 225.4479.

WSI Training w/Fundamentals of Instructor Training

Ages

16+ |

Redding Aquatic Center

Become a certified swim instructor. Prerequisite: 16+ years by the last scheduled session of the instructor course, have current American Red Cross certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED, or an equivalent certificate. Must pass each section of the precourse written exam with a score of 80%. Demonstrate competence in the skills evaluation.

CRS # Date DayTime Fee 2125Apr 23–24, 30–May 1Sat–Sun8a–6p$200

American Red Cross CPR/AED First Aid-Blending Learning

Ages

15+ | Redding Aquatic Center

This course is designed to train individuals to appropriately recognize and respond to cardiac, breathing, and first aid emergencies until more advanced medical personnel can take over. From assessing needs & making decisions to providing care, this program provides the skills you need through discussion, video, and hands-on training based on real-life rescue scenarios. Course covers adults, children, and infants. Note: This is a blended learning class, online content must be completed prior to class.

CRS# Date DayTime Fee 2127May7Sat1–5p$60 2128May14Sat1–5p$60

Basic Water Rescue is designed to provide individuals such as public safety personnel, aquatic fitness instructors, and aquatic therapists, with information & skills necessary to prevent, recognize, and respond to aquatic emergencies. This course will also prepare individuals for aquatic emergencies by teaching them how to protect themselves while assisting others.

Get the training you need to become a Lifeguard, Camp Counselor, or eventually, a first responder! Junior Guards start life saving training at 11 years old and build on that foundation for a great summer job or a career as a first responder. It’s never too early to get started!

Junior Lifeguard Ages 11–15 | Redding Aquatic Center

Participants of this 5-day Junior Academy program will receive a foundation of knowledge including:

• Water Rescue & Skill development

• Swimming Endurance

• Basic Water Rescue

• First Aid & CPR

• Stroke Perfection

Academies will meet Monday–Friday from 9 a–5:15 p. Students must bring nutritious snacks, lunch, water bottle, & all study materials daily. Jr. Lifeguard & Junior Swim Instructor students must wear solid red one-piece swim suit or swim trunks. Note: Jr. Lifeguard students who have successfully completed the first year of Jr. Lifeguard Academy training will be invited to register for advanced academy training sessions. For information regarding Jr. Instructor classes, please call the Redding Recreation office at 225.4095.

Intro to Diving

Ages 8+ | Redding Aquatic Center

An overview of diving progressing from basic skills to more complex dives. The use of diving boards is optional for novice divers. All ages and skill levels accommodated by multiple instructors if the class sizes warrant. Must pass a swim test.

CRS # Date DayTime Fee

2621June 13–23M–Th4:35–5:05p$52

2622June 27–July 7M–Th4:35–5:05p$52

2623July 11–21M–Th4:35–5:05p$52

2624July 25–Aug 4M–Th4:35–5:05p$52

Diving Practice

Ages 18+ | Redding Aquatic Center

If you have previous diving experience and would like an opportunity to polish your skills, the diving well will be open weekly.

Fee: $3 per visit or use Water Fitness Pass

Date DayTime

June 14–21Th4:35–6p

High Resistance/Low Resistance Aqua Aerobics

Ages 13+| Redding Aquatic Center

This class is a 45 minutes low impact class that will focus on muscle toning, increasing the heart rate, stretching, and fluid movement.

Fee: $3 per class or use Water Fitness Pass

Date DayTime

June 13–Aug 11M–ThLow Resistance 8–8:45a June 13–Aug 11M–ThLow Resistance 9–9:45a June 13–Aug 11M–ThHigh Resistance 5:15–6p Aug 15–Sept 8M–ThLow Resistance 4:35–5:20p Aug 15–Sept 8M–ThHigh Resistance 5:15–6p

Lap Swim

Ages 13+ | Redding Aquatic Center

Lap lanes are available during public swim, however general admission applies.

Fee: $3 per visit or use Water Fitness Pass

Lanes have been set aside, kick boards and pull buoys will be available. Long course is 50 meters. Short course is 25 yards.

Date DayTime

June 13–Aug 11M–ThShort Course 7–8a

June 13–Aug 11M–ThShort Course 11:30a–12:45p June 13–Aug 11M–ThShort Course 4:30–6:45p June 13–Aug 11M–ThLong Course 7–8p Aug 15–Sept 1M–ThShort Course 4:30–6:30p

HOW TO Register

The best way to register is online! Simply create an online user account and register for classes, camps, sports leagues, and events from any computer. Our registration system works on mobile devices, but for best functionality, we recommend using a desktop.

Walk-In

The Recreation Office is located at 777 Cypress Avenue, Second Floor. Office hours are Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–5:00 pm (closed some holidays).

Phone-In

Give us a call! We are happy to help register your family over the phone. Call us at 225.4095, and one of our office staff will assist you with whatever you need.

Registration

Pre-registration prior to first class and full payment are required for all activities unless otherwise stated. Please register one week before class begins so class materials may be prepared by instructor.

Fee Assistance Program

We offer fee assistance for qualified low-income City of Redding/ Shasta Lake residents (ages 0–17) for many classes and sports leagues. For more information on fee assistance availability, call 225.4095

General Procedures:

• A $25 fee will be charged for returned checks in addition to the check amount.

• Classes will be canceled 3–8 days before first class due to insufficient enrollment. Register early to assure your class choice.

• Missed classes may not be made up. Class make-ups will be arranged only when Redding Recreation cancels an activity.

• In the event your desired class is full, be sure to request that your name be put on a waiting list. This enables Redding Recreation to document interest, begin new classes, and when possible, to meet greater demand.

POLICIES, WAIVER, RELEASE OF LIABILITY DISCLAIMER

For individuals needing special accommodation to participate in the activities sponsored by the City of Redding, please notify the Division at least (5) five working days prior to the first day of attendance. It’s recommended that all participants carry their own insurance coverage.

Waiver:

In consideration for being allowed to participate in City of Redding recreational programs, I accept the terms and conditions required for participation, and agree to indemnify and hold harmless the City of

Redding, its employees, agents, volunteers, officials and officers (collectively the City) from and against any injury, damage, claims, actions or suits arising out of my participation, or that of the child listed below, including those caused by negligence of the City and/or any dangerous condition of property of the City and further agree to defend and indemnify the City from and against any injury, damage, claims, actions or suits arising out of or connected with my participation or that of the child listed below (further agree to take responsibility to insure all registered minor children) and assume all risks for any injuries received. I expressly acknowledge that there are risks to my health and safety, or that of the child listed below, and agree to be responsible for all costs and expenses incurred. I further represent and warrant that I am advised of the existence of California Civil Code § 1542, which provides as follows: A general release does not extend to claims which the creditor does not know or suspect to exist in his favor at the time of executing the release, which if known by him must have materially affected his settlement with the debtor.

Notwithstanding this provision, this will constitute a full release in accordance with its terms. I knowingly and voluntarily waive the provisions of Section 1542, as well as any other statute, law or rule of similar effect, and acknowledge and agree that this waiver is an essential and material term of my participation or that of the child listed below.

Refunds:

Full refunds will be processed for any activity canceled by Redding Recreation. Refunds for any other reason must be requested by completing a Request for Refund form seven (7) days prior to the first day of the program. A $7.00 cancellation fee will be deducted from each program refunded. Refunds will be processed to the original transaction type and payee. Refunds take approximately three weeks for processing. Payee/participant may also request an account credit that is processed immediately.

Transfers:

Participants may request a transfer to another program seven (7) days prior to the first class meeting, provided the fee for the new program is equal to or greater than the original program fee. The program to which the participant is transferring must also be offered in the current activity guide at the time of the request.

Consent to photograph, film, or record:

Adults, and minor children registered by an adult, agree to allow designated City of Redding Staff to photograph, film, or voice record them during Redding Recreation activities/classes for use in promotional materials, publications, website, and any other informational pieces.

Severability:

If any term clause or provision of this Waiver, Release of Liability and Disclaimer is held to be illegal, invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of this Release of Liability shall not be affected thereby, and shall be enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law. I have read and understand the above agreement and fully assume all risks for any injuries. It is understood that the City of Redding does not provide health or accident insurance for participants. Consent is given for the leader in charge to perform first–aid or take any other emergency action he/she deems necessary in his/her best judgment.

QUESTIONS? CALL US AT 530.225.4095.