INCLUSION POLICY
TheCityofSanJosé,DepartmentofParks,Recreationand NeighborhoodServices(PRNS)encouragesandsupportsthe participationofindividualswithallabilitylevelsinprograms andservices.Tofacilitateopportunitiesforpeoplewithand withoutdisabilitiesandtoengageinleisurepursuitstogether, PRNSprovidesinclusionsupportservices Theseservices include,butarenotlimitedtointerpretersforthedeafor hearingimpaired,improvedsignage,activitymodification, additionalstafftraining,accessibleequipmentandfacility featuresandsupportstaff Toensuretheconsiderationofthe requestedaccommodation,pleasenotifythespecificfacility wheretheprogramisprovidedatleasttwoweeksin advance.
Formoreinformationoninclusionopportunities,specialized recreationservicesandaccommodations,pleasecontact TherapeuticServicesat4083696438
SCHOLARSHIPS
APPLY AT YOUR LOCAL COMMUNITY CENTER
Scholarships are awarded to qualifying families only as funding is available. Completion of the scholarship application does not guarantee approval of a scholarship.
PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS
AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAMS
YOUTH ENRICHMENT CLASSES
ADULT CLASSES
THERAPEUTIC PROGRAMS
THREE EASY WAYS TO REGISTER
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COMMUNITY CENTER AND CITY LOCATIONS
ALMA COMMUNITY CENTER
136 W. ALMA AVE. 95110
408-275-1315
BUS LINE: 66, 68, 568 / DISTRICT 7
BERRYESSA COMMUNITY CENTER
3050 BERRYESSA RD. 95132
408-251-6392
BUS LINE: 61, 71 / DISTRICT 4
EMMA PRUSCH FARM PARK
647 S KING D 95122
408-794-6262
BUS LINE: 22 / AGRICULTURE HERITAGE
MAYFAIR COMMUNITY CENTER
2039 KAMMERER AVE 95116
408-794-1060
BUS LINE: 22 & 23 / DISTRICT 5
SEVEN TREES COMMUNITY CENTER
3590 CAS DR 95111
408-794-1690
BUS LINE: 66, 72, 73 / DISTRICT 7
ALMADEN COMMUNITY CENTER
6445 CAMDEN AVE. 95120
408-268-1133
BUS LINE: 64 / DISTRICT 10
CAMDEN COMMUNITY CENTER
3369 UNION AVE. 95124
408-559-8553
BUS LINE: 61 / DISTRICT 9
EVERGREEN COMMUNITY CENTER
4860 SAN FELIPE RD 95135
408-270-2220
BUS LINE: 31 & 42 / DISTRICT 8
NORTHSIDE COMMUNITY CENTER
408-293-0422
1000 S. BASCOM AVE. 95128
408-794-6289
BUS LINE: 61 / DISTRICT 6
403 CYPRESS AVE 95117
408-244-1353
BUS LINE: 23, 523 / DISTRICT 1
520 W. VIRGINIA ST. 95125
408-279-1498
BUS LINE: 23, 532 & LIGHT RAIL / DISTRICT 6
COMMUNITY CENTER
408-794-7555
BUS LINE: 64A, 64B, 66 / DISTRICT 3
SOUTHSIDE COMMUNITY & SENIOR CENTER 488 N 6TH ST 95112
5585 COTTLE RD 95123
408-629-3336
BUS LINE: 68, 568/ DISTRICT 2
MAIN PRNS OFFICE
200 E SANTA CLARA ST 95113 FLOOR 9
408-535-3570
DOWNTOWN SAN JOSE
GLEN COMMUNITY & SENIOR CENTER 901 E. SANTA CLARA ST. 95116
2175 LINCOLN AVE. 95125
408-448-6400
BUS LINE: 26 & 64 / DISTRICT 6 BASCOM COMMUNITY CENTER GARDNER
BUS LINE: 22, 23, 72 / DISTRICT 3
ADDRESS
4860 San Felipe Rd., San José, CA 95135 408-270-2220
WEBSITE PAGE
PHONE NUMBER sanjoseca.gov/prns
HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Tuesday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Wednesday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Thursday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
STAFF
Melina Garcia Parks, Recreation & Facilities Supervisor Melina.Garcia@sanjoseca.gov
Jarrad Pagan
Recreation Program Specialist - Youth Jarrad.Pagan@sanjoseca.gov
Laura Reyes
Recreation Program Specialist - Preschool/Leisure Laura.Reyes@sanjoseca.gov
Daniel Gomez
Recreation Program Specialist - Older Adults Daniel.Gomez@sanjoseca.gov
CITY HOLIDAY CLOSURES
Independence Day Labor Day
Indigenous Peoples' Day
Veterans Day Thanksgiving
7/4/2025 9/1/2025 10/13/2025 11/11/2025 11/27/2025 - 11/28/2025
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STAFF SPOTLIGHT
STEM, DANCE, EDUCATION & ENRICHMENT
SPORTS
CHESS / NUTRITION
OLDER ADULTS
RECREATION PRESCHOOL
EARLY CHILDHOOD RECREATION
R.O.C.K. 2025-2026
RENTAL INFO
STAFFSPOTLIGHT!
ETHAN ALVARADO
Recreation Leader
DAVID RADILLO
Recreation Leader
Meet David! David has been a staff member of the Parks, Recreation, and Neighborhood services team for 4 years! He’s currently working in our R.O.C.K. Afterschool Program at Holly Oak He plays basketball and watches sports with his friends
Meet Ethan! Ethan has been a staff member of the Parks, Recreation, and Neighborhood services team for 4 years! He’s currently working in our R.O.C.K. Afterschool Program at Tom Matsumoto
KAIYA GUTIÉRREZ
Recreation Leader
Meet Kaiya! Kaiya has been a staff member of the Parks, Recreation, and Neighborhood services team for 3 years! She’s currently working in our R.O.C.K. Afterschool Program at Cadwallader. She likes to hang out with my friends and family and go shopping
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JADE COBOS
Recreation Leader
VICTORIA MAGAÑA
Recreation Leader
Meet Victoria! Victoria has been a staff member of the Parks, Recreation, and Neighborhood services team for 1 year! She’s currently working in our R O C K Afterschool Program at Evergreen She likes reading, hiking, and going to concerts!
Meet Jade! Jade has been a staff member of the Parks, Recreation, and Neighborhood services team for 7 years! She’s currently working in our R.O.C.K. Afterschool Program at Millbrook. She likes going on hikes, exploring new places, and spending time with my family. She enjoys being outdoors; it’s a great way for me to relax and reset
MANUEL URITZ
Recreation Leader
Meet Manuel! Manuel has been a staff member of the Parks, Recreation, and Neighborhood services team for 1 years! He’s currently working in our R O C K Afterschool Program at Norwood He enjoys playing and watching basketball and watching the San Francisco Giants.
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STEM FALL CLASSES
Thanksgiving Day Parade with LEGO
Join us this Fall as we fashion our very own LEGO® Thanksgiving Day Parade, inspired by the iconic event! Participants will design and build their own parade floats using LEGO® while learning important engineering concepts and exploring their creativity along the way. This workshop wouldn't be complete without a parade through our very own LEGO® city so grab your spot along the parade route now!
Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Room: 2
Haunted House using LEGO Workshop
This Halloween season, join Play-Well TEKnologies for a LEGO Haunted House workshop! Participants will use their imagination to create their own spooky designs, building their haunted houses and engineering their own traps with the guidance of an experienced PlayWell instructor Can your LEGO Minifigure make it through the haunted house without getting scared?!
Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies Room: 2
LEGO Ultimate Train Workshop
Join Brick Tech this spring as we plan, build, create and test LEGO® projects with working trains! In this new offering we will explore STEM concepts relevant to all things locomotive in nature Participants will build guided projects such as a train station, mail hook and a manual track switch All projects will interact with the Train while providing an opportunity for hands on learning and learning through play, as well as peer interaction. Don’t miss this opportunity to get your LEGO® lover on the right track to speed ahead in this new offering from Brick Tech
Instructor: Brick Tech Room: 5
Mega Machines Robotics and Coding
Robotics & Cars.... Interesting! In Snapology's Mega Machine Robotics camp, your child will create some of their favorite motorized vehicles and machines! Students will learn about gear ratio, sensors, pulleys, cranks, and programming as they build trucks, space rovers, helicopters, and much more Your child is sure to have fun as they build, learn, and play
Instructor: Snapology Room: 2
PreK Class: Planes, Trains, and Automobiles
Transportation is all around! Cars, buses, trains, and airplanes are all important for communities and the world to stay connected. In Snapology’s Planes, Trains, and Automobiles, your little learners will explore the importance of transportation, build models of cars, trains, boats, and more using K'NEX® pieces. Most importantly, they will experience important social interactions while working with a partner and learning with the group Get ready for your child to come home with a whole new set of transportation facts!
Instructor: Snapology Room: 2
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Intro to Robotics with LEGO Spike Prime
Join Brick Tech as we design, build, program and test robotics projects with the newest materials that LEGO® has to offer, Spike Prime! All participants will get hands on learning experience as they are introduced to STEM and programming concepts Everything will be provided from tablets for programming, Spike Prime Robotics materials (motors, sensors, brain brick), and more LEGO® bricks and pieces than they could ever build! Don't miss this opportunity to get your little LEGO® lovers excited about STEM and LEGO® with Spike Prime Robotics from Brick Tech!
Instructor: Brick Tech Room: 5
Fly, Drive, and Build STEM with LEGO
Learn all about STEM through building flying and driving vehicles out of LEGO® with Brick Tech! Participants will be introduced to the engineering concepts involved in making vehicles move and function, such as aerodynamics, power train, lift and torque Get ready to build, learn, and create together in our vehicle-based STEM workshop!
Instructor: Brick Tech Room: 5
Boo! Spooky Haunted House LEGO Workshop
Put on your Halloween costumes and get ready to build the spookiest haunted house ever, completely out of LEGO®! In this workshop, participants will get to spend the ghostly holiday building and creating with LEGO®, discovering new ways to make spooky creations
Instructor: Code For Fun Room: 5
Creature Creator Robotics and Coding
Robotic, Coding, and Animals yes! Learn how to build robot creatures and program them to come to life using coding. From dogs to dinos, gorillas, dolphins, and more Campers will learn these bots move as they assemble and code each one Build environments for the animals, have robotic races, and take part in more cool games and activities all week.
Instructor: Snapology Room: 2
Junior Programmers
FIs your little one a problem solver and curious about technology? Introduce them to the joys of coding with our ""Junior Programmers"" course!
Designed for the youngest programmers (ages 6-8), this course introduces children to the fundamentals of coding through playful exploration As they bring dancing characters to life and create their very own interactive games, our little coders naturally develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills But this is more than just a coding course it's a platform for self-expression and creativity, fostering curiosity and a love for learning With a mix of digital activities and unplugged play, we ensure a well-rounded and engaging experience By the end of this journey, your child will have taken their first steps into coding and gained the tools to grow and thrive as curious, lifelong learners
This course is beginner friendly, but will challenge and engage students of all programming levels.
Code For Fun instructors are experts in Computer Science and make all sessions fun and engaging for all students
Instructor: Code For Fun Room: 1
FALL CLASSES DANCE
STEM / ED. & ENRICH.
Building Public Speaking Confidence
This course teaches young students the essentials of building confidence in public speaking Taught using the fun concepts of (don’t) show and tell, storytelling (scary and funny stories!), reciting poems, pretend games, this is an excellent class to start developing confidence in young students in a fun way The participants learn how to stand tall and speak confidently in front of a group They begin to understand the concepts and importance of maintaining eye contact, good posture, volume and expressions.
Instructor: Snapology Room: 5
BaseballTots
BaseballTots classes focus on player fundamentals with the baseball basics, such as throwing, catching, hitting and running control We are excited to help your young athlete develop a love of the game! Parent participation required children under the age of 3 5 years
Instructor: Skyhawks Sports Room: Boggini Park
Dodgeball Club
Kids love dodgeball! When playing dodgeball, kids learn to throw, catch, dip, dive, duck, and DODGE a ball Dodgeball is great for teaching good sportsmanship, teamwork, empathy, and strategy Kids will participate in various skills challenges, competitions, and games leading to a dodgeball tournament on Friday afternoon Your children will PLAY HARD and HAVE FUN!
Instructor: National Academy of Athletics Room: Silver Creek Linear Park
Soccer Club
Whether your child is a beginner or a more advanced player, the drills taught during this club will improve a child’s passing accuracy, touch and ball control, dribbling, and shooting They will learn key lessons like decision-making, teamwork, and perseverance Small-sided scrimmages and challenges will introduce kids to healthy competition where they will learn to let go of mistakes, celebrate success, and win and lose with dignity
Instructor: National Academy of Athletics Room: Silver Creek Linear Park
Dance Divas
A fun beginning dance class where students will learn Ballet warm-ups, Jazz/ Hip Hop dance and Tap steps! Parents are allowed to stay for the first 10 minutes on the first day of class and are encouraged to attend the last class for a great recital
Instructor: Dance Arts Academy Room: 3
Hip-Hop/Jazz Dance
Learn both Hip-Hop and Jazz dance moves in this high energy class Parents are allowed to stay for the first 10 minutes on the first day of class and are encouraged to attend the last class for a great recital
Instructor: Dance Arts Academy Room: 3
SPORTS
Tennis
Grab your tennis racket and get ready to play! Whether your child is a beginning or intermediate player, this program will improve their game and help them get more enjoyment from tennis Our tennis programs focus on skill refinement as well as practice and match play to develop consistent, well-rounded tennis players Equipment is limited, please bring your own racket if you have one
Instructor: Skyhawks Sports Room: Groesbeck Hill Park
Badminton
Whether your child is a beginner or intermediate player, this program will improve their game and help them get more enjoyment from badminton. Our badminton program focuses on skill refinement as well as practice and match play to develop consistent, well-rounded badminton players Equipment is limited, please bring your own racket if you have one
Instructor: Skyhawks Sports Room: Multipurpose Room
FALL CLASSES SPORTS
Parent & Me Basketball
This parent-child class develops gross motor skills and coordination pertinent to the game of basketball. Repetition permits children to build their confidence and esteem Activities include organized games that help children to develop skills and learn to follow directions
Instructor: Rebound Basketball Room: Multipurpose Room
Parent and Me Gymnastics
This parent-child is class is a great beginner for gymnastics teaching skills, movement, balance, coordination, agility and games The class develops focus on gross motor skills pertinent to gymnastics, and to building their confidence and self esteem. Please be sure your child wears proper sport clothes and bring a water bottle A parent or adult is requested to participate in the class Fee includes a Ribbon award.
Instructor: Rebound Basketball Room: 2
Gymnastics
Gymnastics Classes focus in teaching is on technique and proper progressions – reinforcing and building on what each child is working on at home performed on mats and apparatus Fee includes a Ribbon award Students should wear appropriate sport clothing and a water bottle Fee includes a Ribbon award
Instructor: Rebound Basketball Room: 2
Martial Arts Youth
Martial Arts - Youth class combines the striking techniques of Karate, such as punches, kicks, and defensive maneuvers, with the high-intensity training of Kickboxing This class helps build selfdefense skills, physical fitness, strength, agility, and mental discipline Perfect for young participants looking to develop both body and mind!
Instructor: GymGuyz Room: 3
SoccerTots
Playable on almost any surface, these soccer-themed motor skill classes are very easy for youngsters to get into. Classes focus on developing motor skills and self-confidence Core soccer skills are taught as well as an introduction to light competition Instructor-tostudent ratio is kept small to maximize individual development, and above all else we promote fun, fun, fun! Parent participation required children under the age of 3.5 years.
Instructor: Skyhawks Sports Room: Boggini Park
Pickleball
Grab your pickleball racket and get ready to play! Whether your child is a beginning or intermediate player, this program will improve their game and help them get more enjoyment from pickleball Our pickleball programs focus on skill refinement as well as practice and match play to develop consistent, well-rounded athlete Equipment is limited, please bring your own paddle if you have one
Instructor: Skyhawks Sports Room: Multipurpose Room
First Shots Basketball
Discover the fundamentals of basketball in a fun recreational environment Preschool class include age appropriate activities and emphasize basketball skills such as shooting, dribbling, and passing Fun games will be played in each class
Instructor: Rebound Basketball Room: Multipurpose Room
First Gymnastics
Discover the gymnastics fundamentals in a fun recreational environment Classes include age appropriate activities and emphasize developing skills, themed skilled circuits and exciting gymnastics activities Please be sure your child wears proper sport clothes and bring a water bottle Fee includes a Ribbon award.
Instructor: Rebound Basketball Room: 2
Gymnastics Camp
RBA co-ed Gymnastics camp is open to 5 to 10 years old The camp focuses on all aspects of the gymnastics performed on mats and apparatus with emphasis on fundamental skill development from the beginner to the more experienced Campers should bring snacks and a water bottle.
Instructor: Rebound Basketball Room: 2
FALL CLASSES NUTRITION
CHESS
Chess Camp
Chess camp is being led by an accomplished chess expert and instructor Students will focus on the basics of chess, openings, middle game, end games, peace movement, captures, checkmate, and tactics. Daily worksheets provided. The students will prepare for tournaments Fee includes a Ribbon award at the end of the camp Students should bring a snack and a water bottle
Instructor: Rebound Basketball Room: 2&3
Food Explorers Club
All our talented Chef Instructors are Food and Nutrition graduates passionate about teaching culinary nutrition They will bring all ingredients, equipment, and supplies to lead an engaging, fun, and interactive cooking class with your young chefs in training Our cooking classes are a BLAST for all ages! Our recipes are always Nut Free, and we try to accommodate all Food Allergies You’ll never repeat a recipe! We have ALL NEW recipes planned throughout the school year!
Instructor: Diets & Life Room: 1
OLDER ADULTS 50+
AEROBIC FITNESS
For active adults who love to move to music High energy movements: superb salsa, wondrous waltz, amazing aerobics, and more! Music that gets you in the groove and makes you want to move Come join us for a fantastic fitness class! *We encourage participants to move at their own pace.
Instructor: PRNS Volunteer
Location: Multi-Purpose Room
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
CHINESE FOLK DANCE
It is never too late to learn Chinese Folk Dance. This group is led by an experienced volunteer Chinese Folk dance instructor You will learn various Chinese Folk Dances and have the opportunity to perform in community center events Anyone can join no experience needed A fun dance experience while learning a bit of Chinese culture and making friends
PRNS Volunteer
Location: Wednesdays, Room 3
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Location: Saturday, Room 3
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
TAI CHI
Tai Chi is an internal form of Chinese Martial Arts known for its slow, graceful movements and breathing techniques. It has become a popular form of exercise all over the world Like most exercises, practicing Tai Chi can help one improve their strength, flexibility, circulation, and relaxation.
Instructor: PRNS Volunteer
Location: Multi-Purpose Room
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
YUAN CHI
Enjoy this unique form of exercise. Traditional Chinese dance brings energy, enjoyment and well-being to the body while the mind enjoys the harmony of the music bringing peace and balance
Instructor: PRNS Volunteer
Location: Multi-Purpose Room
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
YOGA GENTLE
This gentle and slower pace yoga class allows you to practice strength, flexibility, and balance while allowing enough time in each pose to experience the mind body connection This class can help improve breathing, balance and self-awareness Even though gentle yoga isn't "beginner yoga" the pace allows us to cover several variations and everyone is welcomed to join!
*Bring your own yoga mat
Instructor: PRNS Volunteer
Location: Tuesdays, Multi-Purpose Room
Time: 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location: Saturdays, Room 1
Time: 10:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
QUILTERS
Quilting is done on bed spreads, quilt-art wall hangings, clothing, and a variety of textile products. This group loves to design beautiful unique quilts The class is for beginners and experienced quilters Lots of helpful advice is available Please bring your own supplies
Instructor: PRNS Volunteer
Location: Room 1
Time: 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
PING PONG
Bring your paddle it play! This self-led p program is a great c work on your skills with friends
Instructor: Self-led
Location: Room 1
Time: 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
School Year : 4 days a week ( Monday - Thursday )
$4,437.00 annual cost or $493.00 monthly cost Scholarship Available! *
* Pay in-person or online. Scholarships are awarded as funding is available. Completion of the scholarship application does not guarantee approval of a scholarship.
Monday-Thursday
First Day: September 2, 2025
Last Day: June 4, 2026
SJRP @ Evergreen
SJRP @ Millbrook
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PAYMENT OPTIONS 25-26 School Year
THE RECREATION OF CITY KIDS (R.O.C.K.) AFTERSCHOOL
A Safe And Nurturing Environment | Homework Assistance | Enrichments
Recreation & STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) Activities
LOCATIONS SCHOLARSHIPS
Cadwallader Elementary
Evergreen Elementary
Holly Oak Elementary
Millbrook Elementary
Matsumoto Elementary
Norwood Creek Elementary
Welch Park Community Center
DATES AND TIMES
Mondays - Fridays (except school holidays, breaks, and Inservice days), from when the bell rings until 6 p m
REGISTRATION
Priority registration for scholarship-eligible families opens in person on Saturday, June 28, @ 10 a.m. Please contact the Community Center for more info. General registration opens Saturday, July 12, @ 10 a.m. Online at SJRegistration.com In person at the Community Center
Registration will not be accepted at the school office
$3,051 one time payment
$339 monthly autopay (requires a credit card)
$1,017 quarterly autopay (Sept, Nov, Feb) sanjoseca gov/afterschool
Scholarships are available for those who qualify; awarded as funding is available. Completion of the scholarship application does not guarantee approval of a scholarship. sanjoseca.gov/scholarships
Evergreen Community Center 4860 San Felipe Rd San Jose, CA 95135 (408) 270-2220
jarrad.pagan@sanjoseca.gov For Welch, contact laura.reyes@sanjoseca.gov
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