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Email: recreation@parktownship.org Phone: 616-738-4231 Office: 52 152nd Ave, Holland

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ADULT RECREATION AND WELLNESS ZUMBA

Zumba is a Latin-inspired dance fitness program where dance and fitness is combined to the beat of Latin/international music and a few popular radio hits. Rhythms included are salsa, merengue, cumbia, cha-cha, belly dance, pop, hip hop, and others. The class has easy to fol-low steps without verbal cues, allowing you to enjoy the music as you follow the instructor. No dance experience necessary. Be prepared to smile and sweat. Dress in comfortable workout clothes and shoes. Bring a towel and bottle of water. Instructor: Maria Schaefer Location: Park Twp. Community Building, 1286 Ottawa Beach Rd. Session 1: 9/19-10/10 Session 2: 10/17-11/7 Session 3: 11/14-12/12 (skip 11/21) Session 4: 1/9-1/30 Session 5: 2/6-2/27 Session 6: 3/6-3/27 Session 7: 4/10-5/1

AGES DAY TIME COST

13+ W 5:45-6:45pm

$30

INTRO TO PHOTOGRAPHY Hannah Ziegeler from HZ Photography will walk you through getting started with your DSLR camera (Digital Single Lens Reflex). In the three-class series, you can get experience shooting both the beauty of Tulip Time and the expressions of people through portrait session advice. This will be an interactive class, with real shooting, and editing in Lightroom. The last session will be a sunset shoot. Families welcome. Students must provide their own camera. Location: 1st class, Park Twp. Community Build-ing, 1286 Ottawa Beach Rd. 2nd and 3rd TBA.

Instructor: Hannah Ziegeler

AGES DAY DATE & TIME COST

15+ T/TH Tues. April 30, 6:00-7:30 Thurs. May 2, 6:00-7:30 Tues. May 7, 7:00-8:30

$75

FUSION: Cardio + Core + Yoga This class will incorporate cardio intervals, core exercis-es, and yoga for a well-balanced, full-body workout. The perfect combo of heart, muscles, and soul! The music and motivation from Necia will keep you moving. You

will leave feeling accomplished, encouraged and re-centered. Adaptable to all ability levels. Bring appropriate shoes, water bottle, and yo-ga mat. Instructor: Necia Ornee.

Location: Community Building, 1286 Ottawa Beach Rd.

DROP IN PICKLEBALL Stay active this winter with Park Township’s new, non-competitive pickleball group. This racquet sport combines bad-minton, ping pong, and tennis. You don’t need a partner in order to sign up. All equipment will be provided for begin-ners, as local pickleball players are always looking to introduce the game to someone new. Sign-up to play 3 sessions ($10), 6 sessions ($16) or 12 sessions ($24). Once registered, you will receive a punch card. Punch cards do not expire, so this works great for people who can’t play every week! PUNCH CARDS MUST BE OB-TAINED IN THE RECREATION OFFICE BEFORE YOU PLAY. Location: Community Building, 1286 Ottawa Beach Rd.

AGES DATES & TIMES

15+ Sundays, 1:00-4:00pm, Dec.2-March31 Wednesdays, 2:00-4:30pm, Dec.5- March 27 (will not meet Dec. 26-Jan. 16).

AGES DAY DATE/TIME COST

15+ SAT 8:30-9:30AM 11/3-12/15

(skip thanksgiving week)

$36

SLEEK NINJA PKSA Karate, and Park Township are excited to be part-nering with Eric Fleishman (aka Eric the Trainer) to bring Sleek Ninja to you and your family. This program was developed with martial artists in mind, but intended for everyone. It is a physical fitness program that uses exer-cise, food and sleep patterns to create a healthier life-style. This program is adaptable to all fitness levels. Come try this exciting new program!

Instructor: PKSA Karate, Eric Fleishman Location: PKSA Karate, 3006 W Shore Dr. #30, Holland

AGES DAY DATE/TIME COST

8+ M/W 7:30-8:00PM Session 1: 10/29-11/28 Session 2: 1/7-1/30

$49

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LEARN WOOD BURNING

Pyrography is the art of burning wood with a metallic point. Learn this fun trade over a 4 week course. No equipment needed. The course is designed to teach the basic techniques, such as making patterns and shading. We will expand on techniques for those who

have taken the previous class. Participants will take home a creation of their own (set of coasters, wood plaque, frame, etc.). Instructor: Tom Reverman Location: Community Building, 1286 Ottawa Beach Rd.

ADULT RECREATION AND WELLNESS

AGES DAY DATE & TIME COST

16+ M 11/5-11/26 6:00-7:15pm

$47

COUPLES BALLROOM DANCING

This 8 week class offers a fun and informative introduction to ball-room dance and is also great exercise! Please wear soft soled shoes that glide (please no rubbery sneakers or heels that could damage our dance floors.) Instructor: Walker Wilson Location: Turning Pointe School of Dance, 437 136th Ave, Holland

AGES DAY DATE & TIME COST

18+ M 7:15-8:00pm Session 1: 1/14-3/4 Session 2: 3/11-5/6

$150/couple

PILATES

This 8 week class offers introductory Pilates to adults of all ages and fitness levels. Students will receive individualized attention by our Certified Pilates Instructor. Wear comfortable active wear and bring a yoga mat. Choose the session that works best for you. Instructor: Dani Schroeder Location: Turning Pointe School of Dance, 437 136th Ave, Holland

AGES DAY DATE & TIME COST

18+ TH 7:15-8:00pm Session 1: 1/17– 3-7 Session 2: 3/14– 5/9

$75 BARRE WORKOUT

This 8 week class offers introductory Classical Ballet training along with a barre workout for adults of all ages and fitness levels. This class has been attended by adults ages 22 to 70! Wear ballet shoes, a ballet leotard and tights. Yoga pants and tee shirt may be worn for modesty. Instructor: Amy Punch Location: Turning Pointe School of Dance, 437 136th Ave, Holland

AGES DAY DATE & TIME COST

18+ TH 8:00-8:45pm Session 1: 1/17– 3-7 Session 2: 3/14– 5/9

$75

SENIOR PROM “for those 55 and better”

Come enjoy sounds of the golden oldies from the 50s, 60s, and 70s. Holland Recreation and Park Township are hosting a night filled with dancing, and fun for those “55 and better” at the beautiful-ly renovated Civic Center Place. Bring your dancing shoes. Light refreshments will be provided. Fee: Pre-Registered: $15 Per Person. At the Door: $20 Per Person. Location: Holland Civic Center

AGES DATE & TIME COST

55+ April 18, 2019 6:00-9:00pm

$15/ $20

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PLANETARIUM SKY TOUR Join us at the West Ottawa Planetarium for an all-ages event the whole family can enjoy! You will learn about the constel-lations that are relevant to the time of year. Legends and myths will be revealed. Learn which planets can be seen from Holland! Max 30 people. Only $10 for the entire family and $5 for an individual. Location: West Ottawa Middle School Planetarium, 3700 N. 140th Ave. January Sky Tour: January 10, 2019 March Sky Tour: March 14, 2019

FAMILY SELF-DEFENSE - HALLOWEEN EDITION Get your whole family up and moving in this fun and interactive class. Learn the basics of self-defense, body awareness and control. Taught by a certified instructor, you and your

family can learn to be more prepared for emergency situations. Families will split into groups and discuss age-appropriate safety strategies. Towards the end of class, the groups will join to dis-cuss what they learned. This class will also cover Halloween safety. Costumes encouraged on October 25th. $55/family of 4. $5 for each additional person. Location: PKSA Karate, 3006 W. Shore Dr., Holland

AGES DAY DATE & TIME COST

ALL TH 6:30-7:30pm $10/family $5/indv.

AGES DAY DATE & TIME COST

ALL TH 10/18-11/8 5:30-6:15pm

$55

FAMILY PROGRAMS AND EDUCATION

FINE YOUNG MANNERS & MOMS

Experience an unforgettable day with your son! Together you will laugh, learn, and share. Learn etiquette in a fun and engag-ing way. Mothers will assist sons with a variety of new skills: how to seat a lady properly, conversation skills, gift giving and receiving, dining skills (When do I begin eating? Which way do I pass? To season, not to season? and much more). Give yourself and son a gift of a lifetime as he is equipped to be a confident leader and a fine young gentleman. Lunch is provided. Please no jeans, tennis shoes or t-shirts. Hosted by Etissentials. Re-serve now and use your new skills for the holidays!

Location: Community Building, 1286 Ottawa Beach Rd. Instructor: Stacey Carpin

AGES DAY DATE & TIME COST

8-12 S 11/10/18 10:30-1:00pm

$59/person

CHARMING MOTHERS & DELIGHTFUL DAUGHTERS

Enjoy an afternoon designed for both mothers and daugh-ters looking to share quality time. Learn about social grac-es that distinguish true class and gain confidence in know-ing the proper etiquette for any situation. This fun and engaging program will include tips on greetings and intro-ductions, poise and posture, gift giving and receiving (perfect timing for the holidays), dining skills (lunch pro-vided with class), cell phone etiquette, conversation skills, and much more! How better to prepare for Prince Charm-ing than to learn how to behave once he arrives? Please no jeans, tennis shoes are t-shirts. This class is interactive and fun for you and your daughter. Reserve now and bring your camera! Hosted by Etissentials. Location: Community Building, 1286 Ottawa Beach Rd. Instructor: Stacey Carpin

AGES DAY DATE & TIME COST

8-12 S 11/17/18 10:30-1:00pm

$59/person

DEDICATED DADS & DAUGHTERS Treasure a day with your beloved daughter. The most valuable gift you can give her is your time. Register and show her the value she has in your heart as you both laugh, learn, and enjoy a lunch, craft, and manners. Recommend ages 8-12 with their father or grandfather. Please no jeans, tennis shoes or t-shirts. Instructor: Stacey Carpin Location: Community Building, 1286 Ottawa Beach Rd.

AGES DAY DATE & TIME COST

8-12 S 3/9/19 10:30-1:00pm

$59/person

“My daughter and I very much enjoyed the class for mothers

and daughters. Stacey had a fantastic way of presenting the

information in tangible ways for us to remember” - S. Touw.

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DANCE CLASSES AT TURNING POINTE SCHOOL OF DANCE

Ballet: No experience needed. This class is an excellent

introduction to quality Classical Ballet training in a friendly, fun setting. Turning Pointe’s carefully construct-ed curriculum and devoted teachers provide a positive first experience with the basics of ballet. Turning Pointe has been training young dancers for 20 years and has graduates who are professional ballet dancers. Dancers wear any color ballet leotard, tights, ballet shoes or socks, hair in a bun. There is a parent observation the last 10 minutes of the last class.

Preschool Ballet:

Children’s Ballet:

Hip Hop: This class is an excellent introduction to the

popular Hip Hop dance style with family-friendly music and clean choreography. Turning Pointe’s carefully con-structed curriculum and devoted teachers provide a safe and fun first experience with Hip Hop. Turning Pointe is a well-respected member of the Holland community train-ing young dancers for 20 years. Dancers wear shorts/sweatpants, socks, and plain t-shirt (no words). There is a parent observation the last 10 minutes of the last class.

Summer 2019 Dance Camps! Turning Pointe offers morning

and evening ballet camps for dancers preschool through 2nd

grade and evening Hip Hop camps for students from grades

1st-5th. Watch for details in the next brochure.

MUSIC IN ME: HOLIDAY MUSIC! In this class children

and caregivers explore music of the holiday season with in-struments, movement, and songs. The effects of early expo-sure to music are profound, and positively impact children’s cognitive, social and emotional development. We’ll sing, dance, and play instruments while enjoying the music of the season! This class is taught in partnership with the Holland Symphony Orchestra. Location: Holland Midtown Center, Room 106

MUSIC IN ME: Sing Through the Day Join us with your little ones this fall, and we'll sing songs that make everyday activities fun! Children will delight in their world when we put it to music, playing songs about brushing teeth, getting into the car seat, sharing with friends, and more! In this class, children ages 6 months-4 years and caregivers explore the universal lan-guage of music with instruments, movement, and songs. Early ex-posure to music in this playful environment positively impacts chil-dren's cognitive, social and emotional development. We use im-portant classical melodies, folk songs, and original music. Children observe, sing, dance, and play along in this nurturing environment, absorbing musical concepts that lay important groundwork for development of the whole child as well as future mu-sic study. This class is taught in partnership with the Holland Symphony Orchestra. *New music and activi-ties in each session* Instructor: Rebecca Wierks. Location: Holland Midtown Center room 106

YOUTH FINE ARTS

AGES DAY DATE & TIME COST

0-4 W 12/12/18 6:00-6:45pm

$12

AGES DAY DATE & TIME COST

5-7 F 6:45-7:30 Session 1: 10/26– 11/9 Session 2: 1/25-2/8

$45

AGES DAY DATE & TIME COST

6-11 F 7:30-8:15pm Session 1: 10/26– 11/9 Session 2: 1/25-2/8

$45

AGES DAY DATE & TIME COST

3-5 F 6:00-6:45pm Session 1: 10/26– 11/9 Session 2: 1/25-2/8

$45

DATE & TIME COST DAY

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9:30-10:15am Winter Session: 1/24/-3/7 Spring Session: 3/14-5/2 (no class spring break)

6:15-7:00pm Winter Session: 1/23/-3/6 Spring Session: 3/13-5/1 (no class spring break)

Instructor: Brooke Williams All Classes are held at Turning Pointe School of Dance, 437, 1th Ave.

9:30-10:15am Fall Session: 10/25-12/6

$75/1 session $140/both sessions

AGES

0-4

$90/1 session $165/both sessions

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YOUTH FINE ARTS

Learn how to draw comic book and graphic novel char-acters in complete, understandable stories! You will learn how to develop characters with skeletons and mannequins, lay out actions, apply backgrounds, work with expression, form gesture, add light and shadow, and think about the whole page as your illustrators canvas. Professional cartoonist, Wade, offers this inter-active class to all kids, ages 6-16! Instructor: Wade Gugino Location: Community Building, 1286 Ottawa Beach Rd.

AGES DAY DATE & TIME COST

6-16 T 6:00-7:00pm 11/6-11/27

$40

COMIC BOOKS & GRAPHIC NOVELS for EVERYONE!

A BRITISH ART EXCURSION THROUGH CHILDREN’S CLASSICS Calling all young anglophiles, Harry Potter fans, Alice in Wonder-land enthusiasts, and Peter Pan dreamers! During this class we will explore the styles and works of classic British children's illus-trators and authors like Beatrix Potter, Roald Dahl, J.R.R. Tolkien, and E.H. Shepard. Combining literature, illustration, a variety of art media, and a whole lot of imagination, we will create pro-jects inspired by some of the greatest children's stories ever written. Participants will grow in their art skills as they paint, col-

lage, draw, illustrate, sculpt, make prints, etc. Join us each week as we focus on a different British chil-dren's classic! This class is in partnership with Hope College’s Art Education program. Instructor: Emily Lindbloom.

Location: Community Building, 1286 Ottawa Beach Rd.

AGES DAY DATE & TIME COST

7-13 W 4:00-5:30 2/20-3/27

$65

INTRODUCTION TO WATERCOLOR PAINTING TECHNIQUES This course will serve as an introduction to various techniques of both ink and watercolor painting. The course will start with an overview of Sumi-e painting, a form of Japanese monochromatic ink painting. This technique helps to learn brush and water control with ink which is important to learn before moving to color. Next the course with go over basic color theory and different techniques that can be used in watercolor painting. Some of the larger projects we will do is the sumi-e painting, a botanical flower painting, and a still life. Instructor: Sarah Sanders. Location: Depree Art Center on Hope College Campus (160 E 12th St )

AGES DAY DATE & TIME COST

8-16 SAT 11:00-12:00 Oct. 20,27, Nov. 10,17, Dec. 1

$65

BEGINNER GUITAR LESSONS Learn how to properly hold a guitar, where to place your left hand on the neck, form a few beginner chords, learn basic strumming patterns, and how to hold a pick. Please come to class with a guitar, other materials will be provided. Guitars are available for rent from Meyer Music for $12 a month. Instructor: Jennifer Schofield Gietzen. Location: Holland East Middle School (373 E. 24th St.).

AGES DAY DATE & TIME COST

8-14 T 6:00-7:00pm 2/4/19-3/11/19

$65

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KIDS KICK FIT

This is a fun fitness class that focuses on con-ditioning and will keep your kids moving! They will work on agility, endurance, coordi-nation and strengthening with this circuit based workout. The course is also designed to promote respect for yourself and others, dis-cipline, and self-control in a fun setting! Instructor: PKSA Karate. Location: PKSA Karate, 3006 W. Shore Dr., Holland

YOUTH RECREATION SKATE LESSONS

Snow Plow and Learn to Skate are fun and challenging for all skill levels. Your young skaters will learn by developing correct techniques. All classes will focus on coordination, balance, physical fitness, and most importantly, fun! Location: Griff’s Icehouse West, 4444 Holland Ave, Hol-land, MI 49424 Session 1: Nov. 7–Dec. 19 Session 2: Jan. 2-Feb. 13 Session 3: Feb 20-April 3 Session 4: April 17-May 29

AGES DAY TIME COST

3-5 W 6:00-6:35pm $50

LITTLE NINJAS The Little Ninjas Karate Program is an introductory karate class specifically designed for children ages 4 and 5. It focuses on teaching children 8 important main life skills: Focus, Memory, Teamwork, Discipline, Self-Control, Fitness, Balance and Coordination. All this is achieved through exciting games and activities! Wear loose fitting clothes. A responsible adult must remain in attendance during class. Optional uniforms will be available for purchase at www.kidspowerkarate.com. Location: PKSA Karate, 3006 W. Shore Dr., Holland

KIDS POWER KARATE The Kids Power Karate Program offers traditional martial arts train-ing to children ages 6 through 12 and emphasizes self-defense, phys-ical fitness, conflict resolution, team work and anti-kidnapping tech-niques. This program is designed specifically for children and teaches prevention first. It does not promote aggressiveness, but teaches children to respect themselves, others and the skills they learn. Wear loose fitting clothes. A responsible adult must remain in attendance during class. Optional uniforms will be available for purchase at www.kidspowerkarate.com. Location: PKSA Karate, 3006 W. Shore Dr., Holland

*Both Little Ninjas and Kids Power students will have the opportunity to earn their first belt ($20 fee)

AGES DAY DATE & TIME COST

6-12 TH 5:15-6:00pm Session 1: 11/1/18-12/13/18. Skip 11/22. Session 2: 1/24/19-2/28/19

$43/

session

AGES DAY DATE & TIME COST

4-5 TH 5:30-6:00pm Session 1: 11/1/18-12/13/18. Skip 11/22. Session 2: 1/24/19-2/28/19

$43/

session

BECOME PART OF THE TEAM!

AGES DAY TIME COST

6+ W 6:00-6:50pm $99

SNOW PLOW

LEARN TO SKATE

AGES DAY DATE/TIME COST

6-12 TH 5:30-6:00PM 1/10-1/31

$25

CO-ED MIDDLE SCHOOL WATER POLO

Come play Water Polo this Spring! All 5th-8th graders invited. Participants should bring a swimsuit, goggles, towel and a lock to secure their belongings in the locker rooms. Players are responsible for their own transportation to and from both practices & tournaments. This season will run from March though May. Practice and tournament times TBA. Check the Park Township website this winter for details, or email the program director, Joe at jdummer@hps21.org

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REGISTRATION DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 19 . Teams are created as coaches volunteer. If teams are full you

may register for a waitlist, and will only be charged if your child is placed on a team. Team shirt included in price.

Little Kickers (Co-ed) Introductory soccer experience designed to intro-duce basic soccer skills and game knowledge in a fun and non-competitive environment. ½ hour of age appropriate instruction and ½ hour of games will be completed on the same night. Games are 3 on 3 with no goalies and parent coaches act as referees. SESSION 1

SESSION 2

Kinder Kickers (Co-ed) Soccer is taught in such a way that children will develop a love for the game and have fun. The program is instructional. Empha-sis is on individual skills, dribbling, passing, ball control, and shooting. 40 minutes of age appropriate instruction and 40 mi-nute games will be completed on the same night. Games are 6 on 6 with a goalie and parent coaches as referees. SESSION 1

SESSION 2

AGES DAY DATE & TIME COST

2.5-3 M 5:30pm April 15-May 13

$27

AGES DAY DATE & TIME COST

2.5-3 T 5:30pm April 16-May14

$27

YOUTH SOCCER

AGES DAY DATE & TIME COST

4-5 S 5:30pm April 18-May 16.

$30

AGES DAY DATE & TIME COST

4-5 TH 5:30pm April 20-May 18

$30

1-2 Grade Girls: Teammate requests are granted for coaches.

Cleats & shin guards required.

DAY/TIME DATES COST

Practices: Tuesday pm (5:30 or 6:30) Games: Saturday am (9:00/10:00/11:00)

April 9-May 18. $34

5-6 Grade Girls: Teammate requests are granted for coaches.

Cleats & shin guards required.

DAY/TIME DATES COST

Practice: Tuesday & Thursday (5:30 or 6:30) Games: Saturday (9:00 or 10:00) Monday (5:30 or 6:30)

April 9-May 18. $38

3-4 Grade Girls: Teammate requests are granted for coaches.

Cleats & shin guards required.

DAY/TIME DATES COST

Practice: Monday & optional Thurs-day (5:30 or 6:30) Games: Wednesday (5:30 or 6:30) & Saturday (9:00, 10:00 or 11:00)

April 8-May 11. $36

ALL RULES, SCHEDULES, CANCELATION PROCEDURES, AND FIELD MAPS CAN BE FOUND AT

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Drop the kids off with us and enjoy a night for

yourself! We promise they'll have tons of safe

fun playing volleyball, basketball, roller-

skating, coloring, the Wii, board games,

dodge ball and more! Register for one or all!

Pizza included.

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*Roller Skating Included*

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The Ottawa County Sheriff’s Office and Tulip City Rod and Gun

Club will be offering the Michigan DNR Hunter Safety course. This

course involves classroom instruction as well as hands on training

with live fire. Students under 12 yrs. old must be accompanied by

a parent or guardian. Students who successfully complete the

course will receive their safety certificate. Students may bring

food/drink to class.

Home Study Course: This course is a home study course with 1

day of classroom instruction. Students will return on the Range/Field Day to complete the

course. Packets MUST be picked up at the Park Township Office prior to March 1, 2019. Stu-

dents will be required to complete the chapter review questions prior to the classroom por-

tion.

Online students: If you have taken the online course and have received your certificate,

Please do not sign up with Park Township. Please email bconverse@miottawa.org

Class size is limited to 20 students per class. Cost $10 per student.

Signup: Park Township Recreation, 52 152nd Ave, Holland 616-399-4520

Classroom: Wednesday, 3/13/19, 5:00-9:00pm. Park Township Fire Station, 12 S. 160th Ave

(Perry St/160th Ave)

Range/Field Day: Saturday, 3/16/19, 8:00-11:00am. Tulip City Rod & Gun Club, 4381 136th

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