| School Age Classes | |
AWESOME ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION CAMP
www.AWESOMEngineering.org
Are you ready to have an AWESOME time? Our Engineering and Construction program will teach you fundamental engineering and construction concepts using Erector® educational toys. You will build things you encounter every day, including bridges, cars, skyscrapers and more! Some of the concepts covered include: Torque vs. Speed, Belt & Pulley Systems, Gravity, Friction, & Truss Systems. In class, you are provided with everything you need to build each project, which includes a tool belt, tools and project pieces. This hands-on class will allow you to work together to solve problems while building projects. Returning students will work on new projects. A $10 materials fee is payable at the first class for an Erector® set that students will keep; checks payable to AWESOMEngineering.
| #6106.401 | Tuesday-Friday | 1-4 pm | 8/14-8/17 |
DRAMA CAMP FOR KIDS: ALADDIN
Amy Toy Bosso & Stephanie Nelson
"G-Toy Productions" presents a fantastic summer production of the enchanting tale of "Alladin." Children 5-12 are invited to join us and be a part of creating the entire production. This will be a beginning acting experience for children, no experience needed; however, prior theater experiences will only benefit the group. All children will get a speaking part, and be able to express themselves creatively to add to the experience. Reading a plus, but not required! Learn beginning acting skills, blocking techniques, set design, voice projection and more! Director Amy has over 15 years of working with children in various early childhood, recreation and elementary school settings. Her involvement with G-Toy Productions began in 1997. A $20 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the first class, and will cover scripts, constumes, ad scenery costs. Dress rehearsal and performance will be Friday evening, 6/29; location still to be determined.
| #6036.401 | Monday - Friday | 9 am - Noon | 6/18-6/29 |
DRAMA CAMP FOR KIDS: BROADWAY MUSIC
Amy Toy Bosso & Stephanie Nelson
"G-Toy Productions" presents a fantastic summer drama camp where the focus will be Broadway Music. Along with "Hard Knock Life" from Annie, "Carrying the Banner," from Newsies, and "Ding Dong the Witch is Dead," from Wizard of Oz, children 5-12 will get to create more numbers to add to the showcase. There will be room for large, small and indvidual performaces and students will be a part of creating the entire production. This will be a beginning acting experience for children, no experience needed; however, prior theater experiences will only benefit the group. All children will get a speaking part, and be able to express themselves creatively to add to the experience. Reading a plus, but not required! Learn beginning acting skills, blocking techniques, set design, voice projection and more! Director Amy has over 15 years of working with children in various early childhood, recreation and elementary school settings. Her involvement with G-Toy Productions began in 1997. A $20 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the first class, and will cover scripts, constumes, ad scenery costs. No class 7/4. Dress rehearsal and performance will be Friday evening, 7/6; location still to be determined.
| #6036.401 | Monday - Friday | 9 am - Noon | 7/2-7/6 |
PRE-BALLET I
Jeani Mitchell
Enter the magical world of ballet! These classes will cover basic ballet positions and technique. Classes are designed to introduce basic balletic stretches and proper posture and alignment. Children learn to follow instructions and class etiquette. There is a time for creative expression and students will be able to create their own dances - lots of tutus, capes, wings and wands. An $8 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the first class.
| #5020.401 | Friday | 4-4:45 pm | 6/22-7/20 | |||
| #5020.402 | Friday | 4-4:45 pm | 8/3-8/31 |
PRE-BALLET II
Jeani Mitchell
This class is for continuing Pre-Ballet I students as well as new students. This class introduces more structure, correct placement, and basic ballet movements and technique. Emphasis will be placed on proper posture and body alignment. There is a time for creative expression as students make up their own dances using new technique. Jeani has a secondary teaching credential in P.E. with an emphasis in Dance and has been teaching in Santa Cruz for 33 years. An $8 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the first class.
| #5030.401 | Friday | 4:45-5:45 pm | 6/22-7/20 | |||
| #5030.402 | Friday | 4:45-5:45 pm | 8/3-8/31 |
BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU
Claudio Franca
www.claudiofrancabjj.com / (476-7650)
The Claudio Franca Academy provides a fun, encouraging environment where youth learn the fundamental skills of sport and self-defense Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Improve disipline, self-esteem, coordination, and confidence.
Please note: These classes are introductory, and can be taken through the recreation department once.
| #6130.401 | Tuesday & Thursday | 4-4:55 pm | 6/19-7/26 |
| #6131.401 | Tuesday & Thursday | 5-5:55 pm | 6/19-7/26 |
BRAZILIAN JIU-JITSU SUMMER CAMP
Claudio Franca
www.claudiofrancabjj.com / (476-7650)
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Summer Camp is a great way to start summer vacation! Children will have the opportunity to learn both self-defense and sport Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. There will be games, sports, trips to the beach, and a closing day barbeque! Children will also learn how important nutrition and exercise play in a healthy lifestyle. Bring a sack lunch, except the last day of camp.
| #6138.401 | Monday - Friday | 10 am - 3 pm | 6/18-6/22 |
| #6138.402 | Monday - Friday | 10 am - 3 pm | 6/25-6/29 |
KEIKI HULA & POLYNESIAN DANCE
Lorraine Kinnamon
www.tehaunuidance.com / tehaunui@cruzio.com
Bring your friends and have fun as you learn! This class will introduce you to the graceful and fun basics of the sacred and festive dances of Hawaii, Tahiti, and New Zealand. Lorraine grew up in Hawaii and has studied dance in Hawaii as well as in California; she currently teaches at UCSC and a private studio on Capitola, and is the director of Te Hau Nui Polynesian Dance Company in Santa Cruz. A $10 materials fee is payable to the instructor at the first class.
| #6092.401 | Tuesday | 4:45-5:35 pm | 8/7-8/28 |
**NEW**ART & JEWELRY: RECYCLE MANIA!
Melissa Offutt
melissa@melissaoffutt.com
Release your own creative vision! Save up your aluminum cans, mint tins, pull tabs and bottle caps and bring them to this class, where we will create collages, small sculptural treasures and jewelry from them. Add tiny toys, charms, stones, sea glass, beads and feathers, and beautiful paper. Bring your own, or use the class materials and see what we come up with. In this class we will explore techniques using mechanical and other cold fabrication. Participants will learn basic metalworking techniques from sawing and drilling to connections made from rivets, bolts and various other mechanical attachments. Basic tools will be provided for use during the class. A $10 materials fee will be collected during the first meeting for basic supplies. Melissa Offutt holds Bachelor of Fine Arts and Arts Education degrees and creates jewelry that is shown and sold in galleries and exhibits in the Monterey and San Francisco Bay Areas.
| #6135.401 | Tuesday & Thursday | 1:30-4 pm | 7/31-8/9 |
KOREAN MARTIAL ARTS: TAE KWON DO
Master Jin, 8th Degree Black Belt
The children's martial arts program introduces young children to safe falling, kicks, tumbling, coordination, flexibility and self-confidence. Your child will also learn social skills, playground skills, focus, patience, self-control, and the importance of never initiating violence. Classes are fun, full of action and taught in a supportive, nurturing environment. Grand Master Jin is an 8th Degree Black Belt. Please note: This class is introductory only and can be taken through the recreation department once. Students wishing to continue may sign up through the Korean Martial Arts Academy. Uniforms are not required for this first class.
| #6016.401 | Tuesday & Thursday | 4:30-5:20 pm | 6/5-7/12 | |||
| #6016.402 | Tuesday & Thursday | 4:30-5:20 pm | 7/17-8/23 |
| #6017.401 | Tuesday & Thursday | 5:30-6:20 pm | 6/5-7/12 | |||
| #6017.402 | Tuesday & Thursday | 5:30-6:20 pm | 7/17-8/23 |
YOUTH GIRLS LACROSSE
Central Coast Lacrosse Association
www.centralcoastlacrosse.org /
info@centralcoastlacrosse.org
Learn to play the fastest game on two feet! This 4-day camp combines basic skills for the beginner and more advanced technique for the returning player. Each day, we will break up into groups for game play fun! Skills covered include cradling, passing, catching, ground ball pick-up, shooting, checking, ball movement, offensive and defensive strategy. No equipment or skill is required. We will provide stick and goggles, please come with a mouth guard and wear comfortable clothing. Experienced coaches will teach you everything you need to know. A $15 materials fee is payable at the first class.
| #6023.401 | Monday - Thursday | 9 am - Noon | 7/23-7/26 |
JUNIOR BEGINNER TENNIS
Fred Charlebois
FredsTennisRx@gmail.com
The emphasis of the beginner program will be to expose the student to all aspects of tennis. Coach Fred will teach proper grip, stroke production, tennis rules, and etiquette through games, drills and lots of fun. A $8 ball fee is payable to the instructor at the first class.
| #6043.401 | Tuesday & Thursday | 2:30-4 pm | 6/19-7/19 | |||
| #6043.402 | Tuesday & Thursday | 2:30-4 pm | 7/24-8/23 |
JUNIOR INTERMEDIATE TENNIS
Fred Charlebois
FredsTennisRx@gmail.com
This is the perfect class for the junior who is looking to play more matches and learn basic match strategies. Each student will get hands-on training from Coach Fred to improve stroke production, footwork and match play strategies. Drills, games and match play will be used to help the player reach a better level. An $8 ball fee is payable at the first class. No class Wednesday, 7/4.
| #6044.401 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 2:30-4 pm | 6/18-7/20 |
| #6044.402 | Monday, Wednesday, Friday | 2:30-4 pm | 7/23-8/24 |
JUNIOR ELITE TENNIS
Fred Charlebois
FredsTennisRx@gmail.com
This 50-hour intense summer program is for goal-oriented juniors who are dedicated to improving their tennis, striving to play more matches and who may be interested in competitive tennis. Students will work on all aspects of the technical and tactical development through on-court and off-court training to improve their strokes, footwork, speed, agility, strength and flexibility as well as the mental aspects of their game. An $8 ball fee is payable at the first class. No class Wednesday, 7/4.
Permission of instructor required.
| #6045.401 | Monday - Friday | 12:30-2:30 pm | 6/18-7/20 |
| #6045.402 | Monday - Friday | 12:30-2:30 pm | 7/23-8/24 |
BEACH VOLLEYBALL: BEGINNING/INTERMEDIATE
Mark Mattern (763-1548)
Come join us on beautiful Capitola beach, improve your skills and fitness, and have fun learning to play beach volleyball! A $2 materials fee is payable at the first class. Mark is the director of the Aptos Youth Volleyball League & Surf City Vollyball Club.
| #6089.401 | onday - Friday | 1-3 pm | 6/18-6/22 | |||