ALEX FIORE THOUSAND OAKS TEEN CENTER 1375 East Janss Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 • Facility: 805-494-5156 • Fax Number: 805-494-3155 Center E-Mail Address: Teencenterprograms@crpd.org • www.thousandoaksteencenter.com or www.crpd.org/tnc
Monday-Thursday 2:00-9:00pm • Friday 2:00 -10:00pm • Saturday 11:00am-10:00pm • Sunday 1:00-5:00pm Teen Services Director: Rick Tanaka, rtanaka@crpd.org Teen Services Coordinator: Jay Dodwell, jdodwell@crpd.org
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THE TEEN CENTER IS DESIGNED FOR THE 12-17-YEAR-OLD POPULATION (THOSE IN 7TH THROUGH 12TH GRADE)
HIGH SCHOOL ONLY
SAFETY AND SKILLS WORKSHOPS
TEEN LEADERSHIP CLUB, Age 15-17 High school age volunteer program giving students experience in the field of recreation. Volunteers work at the Teen Center, ConejoRPD and community special events.
COMMUNICATION AND PERSONAL MANAGEMENT SKILLS, Age 12-17 Learn to deal with stress, anger, fear, and worry, skills that are instrumental in relationships with parents, teachers, and coaches. Facilitated by Elizabeth Sorensen and Pete Martinez, Youth Outreach Workers. Enrollment: Max 15
*
Th
7:00-8:30pm
NONE
11/8, 12/6, 1/10
9002.5181 T
ELITE DRIVING ACADEMY, Age 15-17 Interactive, entertaining, and informative! DMV also requires six hours of behind-the-wheel training (available through Elite). Instructor: Mike Burgett. No class 11/24. Enrollment: Max 20 9000.5181 Sa
Our programs include a variety of recreational classes, educational workshops, seasonal camps, leagues, trips, dances, concerts, and great special events, as well as FREE drop-in recreation. Check out our facility’s awesome features: gymnasium, soundproof music room, a 1,700 sq. ft. game room complete with pool and ping pong tables, black light air hockey, foosball, free arcade games, vending machines, and multiple high-def big screen TV’s with all the latest gaming systems. A computer lab with high speed internet is open and staffed during designated hours. We also have classrooms, a catering kitchen, and a social lobby with couches and a 65” TV. Feel free to stop by and visit our facility, meet the staff, and check out our program offerings!
11:00am-4:00pm $100
11/10-12/15 5 wks
FREE PRINCETON REVIEW TESTS, 9th-12th Grade Get ready for the December 1st SAT test and/or the February 9th ACT test. See how you’ll score without penalty. Presented by The Princeton Review. To enroll: call 800.2review or www. PrincetonReview.com. Enrollment: Max 75 SAT Test *
Sa
9:00am-1:30pm NONE
11/17
1 day
Sa
9:00am-1:00pm NONE
1/19
1 day
ACT Test *
YOUTH OUTREACH This multipurpose community social service program is jointly sponsored by the Conejo Recreation and Park District and the Conejo Valley Unified School District. By design, outreach workers seek out and address the needs of non-involved and hard-to-reach youths. Duties include life skills programs, community referral service, recreational programming, and crisis intervention. Outreach staff may be contacted at the Thousand Oaks Teen Center at 805-494-5156.
7:00-8:30pm
$15
12/18
1 eve
NEW! COLLEGE SPORTS SEMINAR, 9th-12th Grade Explanation of NCAA, NJCC, NAIA-eligibility requirements and recruiting rules; assessing your level of play; how/when to approach coaches without paying thousands for sports placement services. Speaker: Annette Broersma, M.S., college placement expert. Enrollment: Max 30 9024.5181 W
6:30-7:45pm
$20
12/5
1 night
Health and Safety Trainings Instruction provided by First On Scene, LLC BLAST! (BABYSITTER LESSONS AND SAFETY TRAINING), SECOND EDITION, Age 12-15 Prepares teens to interview for a babysitting job, select suitable activities, prevent accidents/ perform first aid, and begin babysitting competently. Bring a sack lunch; free soda available. Enrollment: Max 10 9003.5181 Sa
12noon-4:00pm $70
12/8
1 day
CPR/AED TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION, Age 12-17 Instruction in 1-person rescue of adult, child, and infant. Bring a sack lunch; free soda available. Enrollment: Max 12 9004.5181 Sa
10:00am-12noon $70
12/15
1 day
FIRST AID CERTIFICATION, Age 12-17 Learn emergency first aid techniques. Bring a snack; free soda available. Enrollment: Max 12 9005.5181 Sa 12:15-1:15pm
$70
12/15
1 day
NEW! MEDITATION WORKSHOP, Age 12-17 Relax and engage your peaceful inner-being. De-stress yourself by learning rhythmic breathing and mind-calming techniques. Enrollment: Max 12 9039.5181 T 4:30pm-5:30pm $5 9039.5182 T 4:30pm-5:30pm $5
Pete Martinez – pete@crpd.org Elizabeth Sorensen – esorensen@crpd.org Dan Nalbandian – dnalbandian@crpd.org
11/13 1/8
1 day 1 day
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The Teen Center is the place to be if you’re in 7th - 12th Grade!
ALEX FIORE THOUSAND OAKS TEEN CENTER 1375 East Janss Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 • Facility: 805-494-5156 • Fax Number: 805-494-3155 Center E-Mail Address: Teencenterprograms@crpd.org • www.thousandoaksteencenter.com or www.crpd.org/tnc
SPORTS FUTSAL, Age 12-14 Play one of the fastest growing sports in the U.S. This 5-on-5 indoor soccer variant is fast-paced, exciting fun. Enrollment: Max 20 9035.5181 T
4:00-5:00pm
$60
11/6-12/18
BEGINNING FENCING CLUB, Age 12-17 Instruction in foil, epee, and sabre. Equipment provided. Coach: Phillip Hareff. Enrollment: Max 20 9009.5181 T 7:00-8:30pm
$60
11/6-12/18
7 wks
BOYS BASKETBALL, Age 12-15 Skill building; games are played and officiated and the scoreboard is used. No class 11/23. Enrollment: Max 20 9010.5181 F
4:00-5:00pm
$42
11/9-12/14
5:00-6:00pm
$30
11/9-12/14
5 wks
POOL TOURNAMENT, Age 12-17 Sign up each Friday before the tournament. Great prizes. Free Pizza! No tournament 11/23 or 12/28. *
F
7:00-10:00pm
$2
Ongoing
E-WASTE DAY Teen Center Electronics Recycling Fundraiser SATURDAY, Jan. 13 • 10:00am-2:00pm Bring your computers (desktop & laptop), iPods, cell phones, stereos, etc. Unfortunately, we won’t be accepting appliances. Thousand Oaks Teen Center 1375 E. Janss Rd., Thousand Oaks
For Conejo Valley 7th & 8th grade middle school teens only!
Saturday 7:00-10:00pm $10 admission
5 wks
BOYS DODGEBALL, Age 12-14 Teams are formed and different styles of games are played in our air-conditioned gym each week. No class 11/23. Enrollment: Max 20 9011.5181 F
12/15 - HOLIDAY DANCE
7 wks
School I.D. Required Dress Code Enforced Info: 805-494-5156
JUST FOR GIRLS
THE ARTS
HATHA YOGA, Age 12-17 Learn to focus by exploring body movements and controlled breathing. Gain muscle strength, flexibility, and self-confidence through core work and poses. Wear easy-to-move-in clothing. Yoga mat recommended. Instructor: Susan Rodin. No class 11/12. Enrollment Max: 12
BASIC DRAWING/MULTIMEDIA, Age 12-17 Discover elements of drawing and composition; expand your growth as an artist to draw with confidence and accuracy. $15 cash lab fee due first class. Instructor: Art Trek staff. Enrollment: Max 10
9013.5181 M
4:30-5:30pm
$50
11/5-12/17
MAKEUP/HAIR DESIGN, Age 12-17 Styling, color theory, and skin care. Makeup for every day, formal events, and photography. Includes field trip. $15 cash lab fee due first class. No class 11/12. Enrollment: Max 20 9012.5181 M
7:00-8:00pm
$50
11/5-12/17
12noon-1:00pm $15
12/8
4:00-5:00pm
$60
11/6-12/18
7 wks
SCULPTURE & RELIEF, Age 12-17 Make your artwork come to life! Learn to build a three-dimensional creation on a twodimensional surface. Broaden your view of artwork by giving your image depth, texture, and structure. Enrollment: Max 10 9038.5181 T
5:00-6:00pm
$60
11/6-12/18
7 wks
6 wks
SELF-DEFENSE WORKSHOP, Age 12-17 Emphasizes simple, effective self-defense techniques. Instruction provided by Newbury Park Martial Arts Academy. Enrollment: Max 10 9015.5181 Sa
9014.5181 T
6 wks
DRAMA CLUB, Age 12-17 Explore theatrical experiences including improvisation, scene study, and vocal development. No class 11/21. Enrollment: Max 15 9017.5181 W
4:00-5:30pm
$60
11/7-12/19
6 wks
1 day
ANIME-STYLE DRAWING, Age 12-17 Learn to draw animestyle characters, cartooning, and custom characters. Includes tips on materials, from pencils to framing. Instructor: Denielle Billings. No class 11/21. Enrollment: Max 12 9018.5181 W
7:00-8:30pm
$60
11/7-12/19
6 wks
FRENCH POUR VOUS, Age 12-17 Bienvenue! Learn French and have fun! Learn basic vocabulary and grammar through games and interactive situations. Discover French culture, its famous places, historical monuments, authors, and artists. A bientôt! No class 11/12. Enrollment: Max 12
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9180.5181 M
4:00-5:00pm
$60
11/5-12/17
6 wks
BEGINNING STAINED GLASS, Age 12-17 Design and create your own masterpiece. $50 cash lab fee due first class. No class 11/22. Instructor: Sarah Wheeler. Enrollment: Max 8 9137.5181 Th
4:00-5:30pm
$50
11/8-12/20
6 wks
ALEX FIORE THOUSAND OAKS TEEN CENTER 1375 East Janss Road, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 • Facility: 805-494-5156 • Fax Number: 805-494-3155 Center E-Mail Address: Teencenterprograms@crpd.org • www.thousandoaksteencenter.com or www.crpd.org/tnc
VOLUNTEER RECOGNITION
INTRO TO SINGING, Age 12-17 Vocal techniques, solos, group singing, and stage presence; for beginning and intermediate students. Instructor: Milissa Pruneau. No class 11/21. Enrollment: Max 8 9134.5181 W 5:00-6:30pm
$60
11/7-12/19
MR. RICHARD LEE Mr. Richard Lee is approaching his 20th year as a volunteer basketball coach here at the Thousand Oaks Teen Center. Richard is a very positive role model to the high school age boys he coaches. Over the years, Rich has mentored and developed skills on and off the court to championship levels. The Teen Center proudly recognizes Richard Lee as its volunteer of the year.
6 wks
NEW! BEGINNING TAHITIAN DANCE, Age 12-17 Learn 32 basic steps, the translation of theme and movements. Gain flexibility, skill, and endurance while learning from a master. Instructor: Kayla Ancheta Chey. No class 11/22 Enrollment: Max 12 9036.5181 Th
7:00-8:00pm
$55
11/8-12/20
6 wks
GUITAR I, Age 12-17 Tuning, music reading, left/right hand technique, open/bar chords, and basic blues; acoustic/electric guitars. Instructor: Anthony Laurie. No class 11/22. Enrollment: Max 8 9019.5181 Th 4:00-5:00pm
$60
11/8-12/20
6 wks
HIP-HOP DANCE I, Age 12-17 Acquire skills and technique while optimizing energy to popular music. No class 11/23. Enrollment: Max 15 9020.5181 F 5:00-6:00pm
$50
11/9-12/14
5 wks
DJ 101: Learn to DJ Workshop, Age 12-17 Learn the fundamentals (mixing, scratching, etc.) and get introduced to DJ equipment and technology. Taught by local legend DJ SLiK. Enrollment: Max 6 9021.5181 F 7:00-8:30pm
$25
12/7
1 eve
NEW! CAPOEIRA, Age 12-17 Learn the traditional Afro-Brazilian non-contact martial art hidden in a dance; incorporates singing in Portuguese and music instruments. Instructor: Spencer Goad. No class 11/22. Enrollment: Max 8 9040.5181 Th
5:45-6:45pm
$60
11/8-12/20
6 wks
MUSIC STUDIO, Age 12-17 Spare your parents! Reserve space for jamming, up to four hours at a time. It’s absolutely free! Reservations: 805-494-5156.
COMPUTER SCIENCE WEB DESIGN, Age 12-17 Build a website from start to finish using popular website creation tools, plus website publishing, web safety, and media awareness. No class 11/21. Enrollment: Max 9 9022.5181 W 6:00-7:00pm
$60
11/7-12/19
6 wks
NANO-SCIENCE! Age 12-17 Join Dr. Steve in a year-long journey into the wonderful world of very tiny things. The second session ventures into the world of chemistry. Atomic structure, shiny metals, and chemical reactions are some topics explored. No class 11/21. Enrollment: Max 15 9191.5181 W
4:00-5:30pm
$120
11/7-12/19
6 wks
YOU BUILD IT; YOU KEEP IT, Age 12-17 A hands-on experience on building your own computer. When completed, you take the computer home. Donated components provided; no experience necessary. No class 11/22. Enrollment: Max 6 9023.5181 Th
4:30-6:00pm
$70
11/8-12/20
6 wks
GAMEMAKING, Age 12-17 Learn the basics for creating simple computer games with Gamemaker. No class 11/23. Enrollment: Max 9 9024.5181 F 4:00-5:00pm
$60
11/9-12/14
5 wks
Wednesday, January 16 • 6:30-8:45pm Free Workshop held during National Teen Safe Driving Week at the Thousand Oaks Teen Center This free pre-permit workshop for parents and teens provides information that teens need to know before taking the wheel. Geared toward pre-permit drivers (14-15 years of age), the interactive program walks attendees through steps necessary to obtain a permit and driver’s license and offers useful tools, tips, and resources to help parents and teens during the learning-to-drive process and beyond.
RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED SIGN UP TODAY at AAA.com/safety4teens. Info: 805-494-5156
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