Teen Center Spring Brochure 2019 by Steve Kraetsch

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

@TOTNC

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 @thousandoaksteencenter

THE TEEN CENTER IS THE PLACE TO BE IF YOU’RE IN 7TH - 12TH GRADE!

HIGH SCHOOL ONLY

SAFETY AND SKILLS WORKSHOPS

TEEN LEADERSHIP CLUB, Age 15-17 High School Age Volunteer Program. Designed to give students experience in the field of recreation. Volunteers work at the Teen Center, CRPD, and community special events.

COMMUNICATION AND PERSONAL MANAGEMENT SKILLS, Age 12-17 Learn to deal with stress, anger, fear, and worry; skills instrumental in relationships with parents, teachers, and coaches. Facilitated by Elizabeth Sorensen and Pete Martinez, Youth Outreach Workers. Enrollment: Max 15

7:00-8:30pm

NONE 4/4, 5/2

HIGH SCHOOL ALGEBRA 1: mathC INTERACTIVE ALGEBRA, 9th-12th Grade For students currently pursuing or planning on taking Algebra 1 to develop algebraic thinking and problemsolving skills. Students generalize and apply algebra concepts using computer-based interactive models, and visualize relationships and provide theorems hands-on. Common core topics include linear equations, inequalities, exponential functions, and factoring polynomials and quadratic equations. Instructor: Sandbox Computers. No class 4/15, 4/22. Enrollment: Max 10 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!

9197.2191 M

7:00-8:00pm

$80

3/25-5/13

6 wks

ELITE DRIVER’S EDUCATION, Age 15-17 Classes are interactive, entertaining, and informative. DMV also requires six hours of behind-the-wheel training with a licensed instructor (available through Elite). Instructor: Mike Burgett. No class 4/20. Enrollment: Max 20 9000.2191 Sa 11:00am-4:00pm

$100 3/23-4/27

5 wks

FREE PRINCETON REVIEW TESTS, 9th-12th Grade Get ready for the May 4th SAT test. See how you’ll score without penalty. Presented by The Princeton Review. To sign up, call 800.2review or go to www.PrincetonReview.com. Enrollment: Max 75

* Sa

9:00am-1:00pm

NONE 4/13

6:30-7:45pm

$20 4/23

7:00-8:30pm

$15

4/2

1 eve

Health and Safety classes First On Scene, LLC BLAST! (BABYSITTER LESSONS AND SAFETY TRAINING), SECOND EDITION, Age 12-15 Exciting, interactive program prepares teens to interview for a babysitting job, select safe, suitable games and activities, prevent accidents, perform first aid, and begin babysitting safely and competently. Bring a sack lunch; free drinks available. Enrollment: Max 10 9001.2191 Sa

12noon-4:00pm

$70

4/27

1 day

CPR/AED TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION, Age 12-17 Instruction in 1-person rescue of adult, child, and infant. Participants receive a certificate upon successful completion. Enrollment: Max 12 9002.2191 Sa 10:00am-12noon

$70

5/18

1 day

FIRST AID CERTIFICATION, Age 12-17 Learn emergency first aid techniques. Participants receive a certificate upon successful completion Enrollment: Max 12

9003.2191 Sa

12:15-2:15pm

$70

5/18

1 day

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 20

9024.2191 T

9029.2191 T

1 eve

SPRING BREAK FUN 2019 Excursions include transportation and supervision. A $5 registration fee and parent permission slip are required. Registration fee is non-refundable. Information sheets are available at the Teen Center or at www.thousandoaksteencenter.com. MAGIC MOUNTAIN TRIP, Age 12-17 $40 cash due the day of the trip ($10 for season pass holders). Check out Ninja, X2, Scream, Superman, Goliath, Tatsu, and more. Enrollment: Max 50 9005.2191 W

10:00am-8:00pm

4/17

1 day

MONDAYS AND THURSDAYS 4:00-5:30pm whenever school is in session No appointment necessary Get help with just about any aspect or level of math, including test prep, homework, and skill enhancement Information: 805-494-5156

ALEX FIORE THOUSAND OAKS TEEN CENTER

SPRING BREAK CAMPS:

SPORTS

NEW! DATA SCIENCE USING PYTHON, Age 12-15 Use data science to analyze your favorite sports team. Learn Python programming concepts, techniques, and applications in data science by leveraging math and data libraries. Instructor: Sandbox Computers. $25 lab fee due first day. Enrollment: Max 12

NEW! PUNT, PASS AND KICK, Age 12-17 Punt, pass, and kick tutorial – develop football skills, learn competition strategies, and chart improvements, all while having fun. Instructors: Dominic Foley and Kevin Koening. Enrollment: Max 20

9196.2191 M-Th 9:00am-12noon

$169 4/15-4/18 4 days

NEW! 3D MODELING USING MAYA, Age 12-15 Create epic 3D environments, characters, animations, and effects like “Avengers” and “Halo.” Use Autodesk Maya to create 3D assets for film, television, and video games. Explore animation, character rigging, real-world simulation, 3D modeling. Instructor: Sandbox Computers. $25 Lab Fee due first day. Enrollment: Max 12 9195.2191 M-Th 12:30-3:30pm

$169 4/15-4/18 4 days

NEW! ART CAMP, Age 12-15 Paint with acrylic on canvas, sculpt with wire and oil-based clay, carve a rock, draw with extraordinary precision, create a collage with mixed media on wood. New projects each day! Instructor: Art Trek. $25 lab fee due first day. Enrollment: Max 25

9223.2191 M-Th 9:00am-12noon

$125 4/15-4/18 4 days

9026.2191 Sa

1:00-3:00pm

$25 4/6-4/13

2 days

BEGINNING FENCING CLUB, Age 12-17 Instruction in foil, epee, and sabre. Equipment provided. Coach: Phillip Hareff. No class 4/16. Enrollment: Max 20 9007.2191 T

7:00-8:30pm

$65 3/26-5/14 7 wks

GIRLS INDOOR VOLLEYBALL, Designed for 7th and 8th grade girls. Learn the fundamentals in a fun, challenging environment. Instructor: Madison Dominguez. No class 4/17. Enrollment: Max 15 9028.2191 W

4:00-5:30pm

$55 3/27-5/15 7 wks

NEW! FRIDAY NIGHT FORTNITE, Age 12-17 Put your skills to the test when you play against each other in this multi-week tournament. Sign up before the tournament each week. Fee includes pizza and a drink. Great prizes. Enrollment: Max 9

7:00-10:00pm

Ongoing

BOYS BASKETBALL, Age 12-15 Skill building; games are played and officiated; scoreboard is used. No class 4/19. Enrollment: Max 20 9008.2191 F

Bring your TV’s (25” limit), 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, 805-494-5156 42

$55 3/29-5/17 7 wks

BOYS DODGEBALL, Age 12-14 Teams are formed and different styles of games are played in the gym each week. No class 4/19. Enrollment: Max 20 9009.2191 F 5:00-6:00pm

$35 3/29-5/17 7 wks

NEW! WIFFLE BALL, Age 12-17 Play inside our gym which is converted into a ball field. Different teams formed each week. Play Ball! No class 4/19. Enrollment: Max 20

9030.2191 F

6:00-7:00pm

$35 3/29-5/17 7 wks

POOL TOURNAMENT, Age 12-17 Sign up each Friday before the tournament; includes pizza and drink. Great prizes. *

7:00-10:00pm

Ongoing

JUST FOR GIRLS HATHA YOGA, Age 12-17 Learn the mind-body-breath connection while practicing yoga poses. Gain strength, flexibility, and confidence as you learn safe alignment; mat recommended. Instructor: Susan Rodin. No class 4/15, 4/22. Enrollment: Max 10 9011.2191 M

TEEN CENTER ELECTRONICS RECYCLING FUNDRAISER SATURDAY, MARCH 2 • 10:00am-2:00pm

4:00-5:00pm

$48 3/25-5/13 6 wks

NEW! INSTANT MAKE-OVER, Age 12-17 Hair styling, color theory, and skin care. Makeup for everyday and formal events. $15 cash lab fee due first class. No class 4/15, 4/22. Enrollment: Max 20 9012.2191 M 7:30-9:00pm

$50 3/25-5/13 6 wks

SELF-DEFENSE WORKSHOP, Age 12-17 Emphasizes simple, effective self-defense techniques. Instruction provided by Newbury Park Martial Arts Center. Enrollment: Max 10

9013.2191 Sa

12noon-1:00pm

$15 5/18

1 day

ALEX FIORE THOUSAND OAKS TEEN CENTER

MUSIC/DANCE

NEW! CREATIVE EXPRESSION, Age 13-17 Learn valuable skills in storytelling and expression while enhancing writing skills. Genres include Young Adult, Fantasy, and Contemporary. Produce prose to be proud of! All levels of ability welcome. Instructor: Heather Carver No class 4/15, 4/22. Enrollment: Max 10

ZUMBA® FITNESS CLASS age 12-17 A non-intimidating, partylike atmosphere fusing salsa, merengue, reggaeton, hip hop, and more into an upbeat and most importantly FUN workout each week. Instructor: Amanda Welti. No class 4/16. Enrollment: Max 12

9031.2191 M

7:00-8:00pm

$60 3/25-5/13 6 wks

BASIC DRAWING/MULTIMEDIA, Age 12-17 Learn elements of drawing and composition; expand your growth as an artist and draw with confidence and accuracy. Instructor: Art Trek. $15 cash lab fee due first class. No class 4/16. Enrollment: Max 10

9014.2191 T

4:00-5:00pm

$60 3/26-5/14 7 wks

SCULPTURE & RELIEF, Age 12-17 Make your artwork come to life! Learn how to build a three-dimensional creation with wood, wire, carved stone, plasticine, and metal. Broaden your view of artwork by giving your image depth, texture, and structure. Instruction provided by Art Trek. $15 lab fee due first class. No class 4/16. Enrollment: Max 10

9038.2191 T

5:00-6:00pm

$60 3/26-5/14 7 wks

9130.2191 T

4:00-5:00pm

INTRO TO SINGING, Age 12-17 Vocal techniques, solos, group singing, and stage presence; for beginning and intermediate students. Instructor: Melissa Pruneau. No class 4/17. Enrollment: Max 8 9134.2191 W 5:00-6:30pm

9017.2191 Th

4:00-5:00pm

ANIME-STYLE DRAWING, Age 12-17 Learn to draw animestyle characters, basic cartooning, and custom characters. Includes tips on materials, from pencils to framing. Instructor: Denielle Billing. No class 4/17. Enrollment: Max 12

Enrollment: Max 6 9033.2191 F 7:00-8:30pm

9016.2191 W

7:00-8:30pm

$60 3/27-5/15 7 wks

FRENCH POUR VOUS, Age 12-17 Bienvenue! Learn French and have fun! Learn basic vocabulary and grammar through games and interactive situations. Discover the amazing French culture, its famous places, historical monuments, authors, and artists. A bientôt! No class 4/18. Enrollment: Max 12

9180.2191 Th

4:00-5:00pm

$60 3/28-5/16 7 wks

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 4/18. Enrollment: Max 12

9036.2191 Th

4:00-5:30pm

$60 3/27-5/15 7 wks

GUITAR I, Age 12-17 Tuning, chromatic scale, basic music reading, left/right hand technique, open chords, introduction to bar chords, and basic blues; acoustic and electric guitars welcome. Instructor: Anthony Laurie. No class 4/18. Enrollment: Max 8

DRAMA CLUB, Age 12-17 Explore a range of theatrical experiences including improvisation, scene study, and vocal development. No class 4/17. Enrollment: Max 15

9015.2191 W

$60 3/26-5/14 7 wks

7:00-8:00pm

$55 3/28-5/16 7 wks

DJ 101: LEARN TO DJ WORKSHOP, Age 12-17 Learn DJing fundamentals (mixing, scratching, etc.) and get exposure to DJ equipment and technology. Instructor: Local Legend DJ SLiK. $25 5/10

1 eve

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. SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY NANO-SCIENCE! Age 12-17 Join Dr. Steve in a year-long journey into the wonderful world of very tiny things. The third session ventures into the wonderful world of chemistry. Atomic structure, shiny metals, and chemical reactions are just some of the fascinating topics explored. Instructor: Dr. Steve Yoshinaga. No class 4/17. Enrollment: Max 15

9191.2191 W

4:00-5:30pm

$90 3/27-5/15 7 wks

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 truancy prevention programs, community referral service, recreational programming, and crisis intervention. Outreach staff may be contacted at the Thousand Oaks Teen Center at 805-494-5156.

Pete Martinez – pete@crpd.org Elizabeth Sorensen – esorensen@crpd.org Dan Nalbandian – dnalbandian@crpd.org