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AQUATICSSwim lessons begin in June.. ...................................6-13

ARTS & CRAFTSFor the “creative” you: art classes for all ages. ................ 14

CLAYLots of great clay classes and be sureto visit during open studio hours. ..................................15

CAMPS .............................................................16-17FACILITY INFORMATION

The Community Center, Burton Avenue Recreation Center and the Senior Center can be rented for that special occasion or business meeting. ...................... 37

FITNESSCheck out the many ways to get in shape. ............ 18-21

MUSIC & DANCEA variety of music and dance classes offered for all ages ......................................22-23

PRE-SCHOOLClasses especially for pre-schoolers ................................24

REGISTRATIONRegistration Information .......................................38-39Registration Forms ..............................................40-42

SENIOR CENTERRohnert Park’s Senior Center has something for all interest levels! ...............................................25-27

SPECIAL INTERESTCheck out the variety of classes.. ..............................27-29

SPORTSSign up for tennis, karate or kung fu. Lots of classes for both children and adults............... 30-36

SPORTS CENTERYour community fitness and sports headquarters. Our complete fitness center includes Nautilus weight equipment, the latest in aerobic equipment such as treadmills and stairclimbers, a fully equipped free-weight studio, as well as basketball, volleyball, and racquetball courts. Separate men’s and women’s locker room facilities equipped with whirlpool spa andsauna will help you relax after your workout. ...............4-5

Through provision of valuable community services, we enhanceRohnert Park's high quality of life and nurture the health and

well-being of our people, our community, and our economy.

the City of Rohnert Park Serving You

DEPARTMENT OF COMMUNITY SERVICESThe Recreation Department is now the Department of Community Services. Due to a recent city-wide reorganization, the Recreation Department is now a branch of the Department of PublicWorks and Community Services. We have changed our name to Department of CommunityServices to better reflect the services we offer to the community. We will continue to offer thesame fine programs and activities we have in the past. Only the name has changed.

Rohnert Park Community Services Department Mission Statement

CITY COUNCIL

Gina Belforte, MayorJake Mackenzie, Vice Mayor

Amy AhanotuJoseph T. Callinan

Pam Stafford

Bi-Monthly Meetings:

When: 2nd and 4th Tuesdays 5:00 p.m.

Where: City Offices 130 Avram Avenue

The public is invited to attend.

PARKS &RECREATIONCOMMISSION

Nick Aronis, ChairChris Borr, Vice-Chair

Mike BirdBonnie BlackJerry Griffin

Monthly meetings:When: 3rd Monday, 6:30 p.m.

Where: City Offices, 130 AvramAvenue

The public is invited to attend.

COMMUNITYSERVICES

COMMUMITY SERVICES OFFICE HOURS

8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday

Community Center, 5401 Snyder Lane

PHONE NUMBERSCommunity Center

588-3456, FAX 588-3444

Callinan Sports and Fitness Center 588-3488, FAX 588-3475

Senior Center 585-6780, FAX 585-6790

TABLE of CONTENTS

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Re g i s t e r o n l i n e a t r p c o m m u n i t y s e r v i c e s . o r g

5405 Snyder Lane Phone: (707) 588–3488 Fax: (707) 588-3475 Rohnert Park, CA 94928 Website: www.rpcommunityservices.org

GYMNASIUMFeel the exhilaration and excitement of the collegiate size gymnasiumwhere drop-in basketball or volleyball games are held nightly. AllOpen Gym sessions are included in your membership or day passOpen Gym sessions vary according to season and special events. We suggest you call 588-3488 to check the most current Open Gymschedule or go to www.rpcommunityservices.org. Copies of this scheduleare available at the front desk..

RACQUETBALL COURTS - CHALLENGE COURTEnjoy the fast paced action on our two tournament quality exhibitioncourts. Be cheered on by friends observing through the glass backwalls or from the second-level observation deck. Racquetball use isincluded in your membership or day pass. Members may make areservation 2 days in advance. Our Drop-in Racquetball ChallengeCourt is scheduled on Sundays from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on bothcourts.All skill levels are welcome.

LOCKER ROOMS - SAUNAThe men’s and women’s dressing rooms are equipped with day use lockers, showers, and a dry sauna. The saunas provide a dry heat of 160-180 F. Lockers may be rented for $4 per month(Adults/EFT only) or for $48 annually (Adults/Pre-Paid only). See Child/Junior information in membership rates on restrictions for locker room, sauna use.

C A L L I N A N S P O R T S & F I T N E S S C E N T E R

The Callinan Sports and Fitness Center is owned by the citizens of Rohnert Park and operatedby the Rohnert Park Community Services Department. It is the primary objective of the RohnertPark Community Services Department to provide a clean and smoothly run facility for the ben-efit of all users. Both members and drop-in guests are welcome to explore and enjoy the varietyof recreational activities we have to offer.

HOURS OF OPERATION

The Sports and Fitness Center is open Monday through Friday, from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.and Saturdays and Sundays from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. We are closed on New Year’s Day,Easter Sunday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and ChristmasDay. Restricted hours are observed on Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve. Tournaments,repairs, and maintenance may result in periods when the facilities are partially or totally closed.

CARDIO CENTEROur Cardio Center is over 4,600 sq. ft. and equipped with the latestexercise equipment. We offer a complete selection of Nautilus weightmachines for strength training and toning. For your aerobic exerciseneeds the Cardio Center provides a large variety of equipmentincluding Elliptical Trainers, Treadmills, Stairmasters, Recumbent andUpright Exercycles. The Cardio Center is also outfitted flat-screen high-definition televisions and the Club FM System for stereoreceptionthrough your own personal headphones.

OLYMPIC FREE WEIGHT ROOMLocated just across the hall from the Cardio Center is our OlympicFree Weight Room. The Free Weight Room is equipped with over3000 lbs of Olympic style barbells, dumbbells, a Smith machine anda variety of exercise benches. The benefit of free weight exercise iswell documented and this is a great place to start your workout.Only adult members, teen members and paid drop-in participantsover the age of 14 have access to the Cardio Center and OlympicFree Weight Room.

PERSONAL TRAININGLose weight, increase energy, improve overall health, reduce the chance of injury and finally get the results you always wanted. Our PersonalTrainer Gregg Adams and his staff will design a personalized fitness training program around your busy life style. Call him at (707) 480-9214for more information, or stop by the front desk. Cost is $99 for 3 sessions. For adult members only.

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• COMMUNITY CENTER 588-3456 • CALLINAN SPORTS & FITNESS CENTER 588-3488 • SENIOR CENTER 585-6780 •

Memberships may be purchased through monthly EFT (Electronic Fund Transfer via a checkingaccount). Pre-paid annual memberships are also available. Included in your membership are theuse of the Racquetball Courts, Cardio Center, Free Weight Room, Locker Room, andBasketball/Volleyball Open Gym sessions, as well as the entrance to Lap Swim sessions at the citypools (as available and subject to change). Membership term begins the day the membership ispurchased - memberships are not transferable. Card Fee is $3.

MEMBERSHIP RATES

C H I L D CA R E C E NT E R Child Care is offered on Monday through Friday mornings from 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Fee is $2 per child.

CHILDREN (up to 7 years)

Children up to the age of 7 may participate in Basketball/Volleyball Open Gym and Racquetball at no charge. Childrenmust be supervised by a paying adult at all times. Children areNOT permitted in the locker rooms (spa, sauna, or showers).Restrooms are located in the South hallway. Children are NOTpermitted in the Cardio Center and Free Weight Room areas.Does not include lap swim.JUNIORS (8-13)

The $30 pre-paid annual membership for Juniors (parents mustsign the application) is restricted to Basketball/Volleyball OpenGym and Racquetball only. Juniors may use the locker roomfacilities (spa, sauna, or showers) ONLY if they are supervisedby a paying adult. Juniors are NOT permitted in the CardioCenter and Free Weight Room areas. Junior day passes areavailable for $4 per visit. Does not include lap swim.

TEENS (14-17)

Teen memberships may be purchased through EFT ($14 permonth) or pre-paid annually for $168. Parents must sign theapplication for teen members. Teen members have access to allfacilities as well as the entrance to Lap Swim sessions at the citypools (as available and subject to change). Teen day passes areavailable for $8 per visit. Locker rental is not available to teenmembership holders.. AGE/FAMILY DEFINITIONSFor the purposes of rules and procedures, the following are the Sports and Fitness Center’s definitions:

Child up to 7 years Adult 18-59Junior 8-13 Senior 60+Teen 14-17

Family - Up to two persons of 18 years or older and up tofour persons 17 and younger living in the same household.

MEMBERSHIP OPTION 1MONTHLY ELECTRONIC FUND TRANSFER VIA CHECKING ACCOUNT

Child N/AJunior N/ATeen $14Adult $24Senior $14Disabled $14Family $55

MEMBERSHIP OPTION 2ANNUAL PAID IN ADVANCE MEMBERSHIPS

Child N/AJunior $30Teen $168Adult $288Senior $168Disabled $168Family $660

DAILY DROP-IN PASSDaily drop-in use (age 14+) is available to non-members for $8.Drop-in participants must check in at the front desk and sign awaiver. See Child/Junior information for fees and drop-in restrictions.

PUNCH CARDS PRE-PAID (age 14+)10 Visits $5020 Visits $90

I N D O O R P L AY G RO U N DIndoor Playground - kids will love their indoor playground time. They can climb, slide, jump and much more. Parents can socialize and kids willmake new friends! The Indoor Playground is for children 5 years and younger on Monday through Friday from 11:15 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Fee is $2per child. Children must be supervised by an adult or sibling 16 or older. Limit is 4 children per adult. Please check in at the front desk.

M E M B E R S W I T H D I S A B I L I T I E SAll programs offered through the Rohnert Park Community Services Department are open to individuals with disabilities. The Sports and Fitness Centeris wheelchair accessible and individuals with a disability can participate in many different programs. For requirements please see the front desk.

We rent out sections of the Sports Center for private use and tournaments.For availability and prices please call Guy at 588-3488.SPORTS CENTER RENTALS

AQUATICS Includes Swim Lessons, Recreational Swim, LapSwim and other swimming programs. The City ofRohnert Park offers some of the finest swimmingfacilities available in the area. Benicia and Honey-bee pools offer a comprehensive aquatics programfor Rohnert Park. Our Swim School offers learn-to-swim classes as well as advanced and specialty classes for children and adults. HoneybeePool is now open all year round for lap swim andwater exercise classes. Take advantage of yourneighborhood swimming pools today!

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Open June 4 - Sept 5

APRIL 11 - May 11

Swim School4:30-7:00 pm




Rec Swim1:00 – 4:15 pm







MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY SUNDAY

Spring Break March 19 through March 27

APRIL 11 - May 11

Lap Swim 11:30-1:00 pm



Lap Swim 11:30-1:00pm




Lap Swim6:00-8:00 am




Lap Swim(limited lanes)6:30-8:00 pm





Recreational Swim1:15-4:00 pm







B E N I C I A P O O L7469 Bernice Dr. 795-7582

H ON EY B E E P O O L1170 Golf Course Dr. 586-1413

Swim Team4:00-7:30 pm





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March 28-June 3

APRIL 11 - May 11

















Lap Swim (4 lanes) & Splasherobics1:30-2:30 pm





H ON EY B E E P O O L - co n t .1170 Golf Course Dr. 586-1413






June 4 – September 5

APRIL 11 - May 11

Swim School8:45 - 11:30 am

Starts June 13


Starts June 13


Starts June 13


Starts June 13

Swim Team7:00am-9:00am









Family &Lap Swim

4:30-6:30 pm

Family &Lap Swim

5:45- 7:30 pm

Family &Lap Swim

5:45- 7:30 pm

Lap Swim11:45 - 1:15 pm

Lap Swim11:45 - 1:15 pm

Lap Swim11:45 - 1:15 pm

Lap Swim11:45 - 1:15 pm

Lap Swim11:45 - 1:15 pm

Lap Swim11:45 - 1:15 pm

Lap Swim11:45 - 1:15 pm

H ON EY B E E P O O L - co n t .1170 Golf Course Dr. 586-1413

RecreationalSwim

1:30 – 4:15 pm

RecreationalSwim

1:30 – 4:15 pm

RecreationalSwim

1:30 – 4:15 pm

RecreationalSwim

1:30 – 4:15 pm

RecreationalSwim

1:30 – 4:15 pm

RecreationalSwim

1:30 - 5:30 pm

RecreationalSwim

1:30 - 5:30 pm

Swim Team6:30-9:00pm






The Rohnert Park Community Services Department's Swim School follows the American Red CrossLearn to Swim program. Below is a brief description of each of the courses offered by the theDepartment. Please read the descriptions carefully to determine which class to register for. All class-es in the under five-year-old group are taught based on the Red Cross Courses of Parent-Infant,Parent-Toddler, and Preschooler. All courses are Monday through Thursday for 25 minutes unlessotherwise noted.

C O U R S E D E S C R I P T I O N S

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The Rohnert Park Community Services Department offers one of the finest learn-to-swim programs anywhere. Each year over 1,200 children are taught American RedCross lessons in our city pools. Our highly trained instructors make all the courseseffective, interesting and fun. Students are grouped with other students of similar ageand ability. Group sizes are kept small to insure careful attention to each student.

Beginning swimming for children, age 6 and older. Skills taught will include: water adjustment, breath holding, rhythmicbreathing, prone float or glide, back float or glide, and safety skills.

For children 6 and older who has passed the Level 1 course. Skills children will learn include: prone glide with kick, back glidewith kick, beginner armstroke, beginner stroke, winging, personal flotation devices, deep water adjustment and safety skills.

For children 6 and older who have passed the Level 2A course. Skills include: back crawl with arms, combined stroke front,combined stroke back, turn over, leveling off, and safety skills.

For students who have passed the Level 2B course. This course increases the endurance of the students, improves their ability tocare for themselves while in the water, and introduces them to the elementary backstroke, the survival stroke, treading water,diving and underwater swimming, and more safety skills.

This course provides the students with the opportunity to learn the elements of good swimming by introducing the students to:breaststroke arms and kick, sidestroke arms and kick, and the coordination of both strokes while providing the opportunity toimprove the crawl and elementary back strokes, turns for all strokes, and sculling and safety skills.

The emphasis of this course is to: increase the students' endurance through a considerable amount of swimming; to improve thestudents' abilities to perform coordinated strokes and the parts of the strokes, they had previously learned; and to teach newskills to increase their overall aquatic abilities. New skills taught include: backstrokes, snail scull, canoe scull, long shallow dive,diving off a board, surface, and safety skills.

This course starts with a basic strokes evaluation, introduces inverted breaststroke, over arm sidestroke, and Trudgen stroke. Tobe eligible to enroll in this course, individuals must have successfully completed Level 5 course or be able to satisfactorily performthe requirements for this course. They must also show evidence of having completed Emergency Water Safety or Lifeguard Training.

This course reviews and perfects all strokes and skills presented at previous levels of the Learn to Swim program, encouragesgood lifetime fitness habits, and teaches advanced rescue skills.

Level 1

Level 2A

Level 2B

Level 3

Level 4

Level 5

Level 6

Level 7

THE FOLLOWING COURSES ARE FOR CHILDREN 6 YEARS OF AGE AND OLDER

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A class open to the child six months to eighteen months of age. This class will acquaint children with the fun and buoyancyof the water. Parent is required to be in the water with the child each day. Children who are not potty trained must wearswim diapers.

A class open to 18 months old to 3 year olds. Emphasis is placed on learning beginning swimming skills through specificinstructions, games, and activities created for this age group. Parents are required to be in the water with the child each day.

Small group classes designed for 3-5 year olds. Emphasis is placed on water adjustment, how to follow directions, rhythmicbreathing, opening eyes for underwater exploration, front and back float skills through specific instructions, games andactivities created for this group.

An extension of our Tadpole class. This class emphasizes front and back float, front and back kick glide and the beginningarm strokes on the front and back. For more advanced students only.

For more advanced students in the 3-5 year old age group. This class emphasizes learning to swim farther independently,how to change direction, to swim underwater, to take a breath when swimming, and to roll over when tired to rest.

This class is the most advanced for 3-5 year olds The children will be swimming the width and length of the pool. Theemphasis is still on fun in the water and the children learn more about safety.

MOMMY & ME (DADDY TOO!)

WATER BUDDIES

TADPOLES

SUPER TADPOLES

POLLIWOG

FROG

THE FOLLOWING COURSES ARE FOR CHILDREN 5 YEARS OF AGE AND UNDER.

SESSION 1: JUNE 13 – JUNE 23 RecEnroll On-Line, in person at the Community Center or Mail: Through June 9

SESSION 2: JUNE 27 - JULY 8RecEnroll On-Line or at the Community Center: Through June 21Poolside registration June 23

SESSION 3: JULY 11 - JULY 21RecEnroll On-Line orat the Community Center: Through July 5Poolside registration July 7

SESSION 4: JULY 25 - AUG 4RecEnroll On-Line or at the Community Center: Through July 19Poolside registration July 21

SESSION 5: AUG 8 - AUG 18RecEnroll On-Line or at the Community Center: Through August 2Poolside registration Aug 4

SUMMER SWIM LESSONS REGISTRATION PROCEDURES AND DATES

*Please note: Some classes may fill on-line before pool registration is available. We recommend that you register on-line to be sure to reserve your spot..

ON-LINE REGISTRATION! To register yourself or your children go to our online RecEnroll website at www.rprec.org. You may also register in person at the Community Center, 5401 Snyder Lane, or by phone at 588-3456. (A Customer Record

form must be on file to register by phone.) Registrations for all sessions will be held on the days and times listed below.

*Poolside registration is from 9:00 am - Noon for morning sessionsand 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. for evening sessions. All remaining open-ings will be filled at the pool on the first day of class.

SWIM SCHOOL FEES

First two swimmers in family (each): $60.00 resident, $67.00 non-residents

Additional swimmers in family (each): $52.00 resident,

$59.00 non-resident

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COURSE AGES TIME POOL

SES 16/13-6/23Course #

SES 26/27-7/8* Course #

SES 37/11-7/21 Course #

SES 47/25-8/4

Course #

SES 58/8-8/18

Course #Mommy & Me 6-18

mos.11:00-11:25am Honeybee 12114 12115 12116 12117 12118

WaterBuddies

18 mos-3 yrs

10:30-10:55am Honeybee 12119 12120 12121 12122 12123

Mommy & Me/WaterBuddies

6 mos.-3 yrs

10:00-10:25am Honeybee 12124 12125 12126 12127 12128

Tadpoles 3-5 9:30-9:55am

10:00-10:25am10:30-10:55am11:00-11:25am

Honeybee

Honeybee Honeybee Honeybee

12129

12134 12139 12144

12130

12135 12140 12145

12131

12136 12141 12146

12132

12137 12142 12147

12133

12138 12143 12148

SuperTadpoles

3-5 9:30-9:55am10:00-10:25am10:30-10:55am11:00-11:25am

Honeybee Honeybee Honeybee Honeybee

12149 12154 12159 12304

12150 12155 12160 12305

12151 12156 12161 12306

12152 12157 12162 12307

12153 12158 12163 12308

Polliwogs 3-5 10:00-10:25am10:30-10:55am11:00-11:25am


12164 12169 12174

12165 12170 12175

12166 12171 12176

12167 12172 12177

12168 12173 12178

Frogs 3-5 9:30-9:55am11:00-11:25am

Honeybee Honeybee

12179 12184

12180 12185

12181 12186

12182 12187

12183 12188

Level I 6+ 9:00-9:25am9:30-9:55am10:00-10:25am10:30-10:55am11:00-11:25am

Honeybee Honeybee Honeybee Honeybee Honeybee

12189 12194 12199 12204 12209

12190 12195 12200 12205 12210

12191 12196 12201 12206 12211

12192 12197 12202 12207 12212

12193 12198 12203 12208 12213

Level 2a 6+ 9:30-9:55am10:00-10:25am10:30-10:55am11:00-11:25am


12214 12219 12224 12229

12215 12220 12225 12230

12216 12221 12226 12231

12217 12222 12227 12232

12218 12223 12228 12233

Level 2b 6+ 9:00-9:25am9:30-9:55am

10:00-10:25am10:30-10:55am11:00-11:25am

Honeybee Honeybee


12234 12239

12244 12249 12254

12235 12240

12245 12250 12255

12236 12241

12246 12251 12256

12237 12242

12247 12252 12257

12238 12243

12248 12253 12258

Level 3 6+ 8:30-8:55am9:00-9:25am9:30-9:55am10:00-10:25am

10:30-10:55am


Honeybee

12259 12264 12269 12274

12279

12260 12265 12270 12275

12280

12261 12266 12271 12276

12281

12262 12267 12272 12277

12282

12263 12268 12273 12278

12283

Level 4 6+ 8:00-8:40am Honeybee 12284 12285 12286 12287 12288




Guard Start 11-14 8:00-9:00am Honeybee - - 12506 - -

*No classes July 4. Classes will be held Friday July 8.

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CO U R S E S C H E D U L E SThe following tables list the course times and locations. The five-digit number is the coursenumber that you will enter on the registration form. These course schedules will be repeatedfor each session.

MORNING LESSONS – Classes held Monday through Thursday for 2 weeks.*

COURSE AGES TIME POOL

SES 16/13-6/23Course #

SES 26/27-7/8* Course #

SES 37/11-7/21 Course #

SES 47/25-8/4

Course #

SES 58/8-8/18

Course #Mommy & Me/Water

Buddies

6 mos.-3 yrs

5:00-5:25pm Honeybee 12309 12310 12311 12312 12313

Tadpoles 3-5 4:30-4:55pm5:00-5:25pm5:30-5:55pm6:00-6:25pm4:30-4:55pm5:00-5:25pm5:30-5:55pm

Honeybee Honeybee Honeybee Honeybee Benicia Benicia Benicia

12314 12319 12324 12329 12334 12339 12444

12315 12320 12325 12330 12335 12340 12345

12316 12321 12326 12331 12336 12341 12346

12317 12322 12327 12332 12337 12342 12347

12318 12323 12328 12333 12338 12343 12348

SuperTadpoles

3-5 4:30-4:55pm5:00-5:25pm5:30-5:55pm6:00-6:25pm4:30-4:55pm5:00-5:25pm

5:30-5:55pm

Honeybee Honeybee Honeybee Honeybee Benicia Benicia

Benicia

12349 12354 12359 12364 12369 12374

12379

12350 12355 12360 12365 12370 12375

12380

12351 12356 12361 12366 12371 12376

12381

12352 12357 12362 12367 12372 12377

12382

12353 12358 12363 12368 12373 12378

12383

Polliwogs 3-5 4:30-4:55pm5:30-5:55pm5:30-5:55pm6:30-6:55pm

Honeybee Honeybee Benicia Benicia

12384 12389 12394 12399

12385 12390 12395 12400

12386 12391 12396 12401

12387 12392 12397 12402

12388 12393 12398 12403

Frogs 3-5 5:00-5:25pm6:00-6:25pm5:00-5:25pm6:00-6:25pm

Honeybee Honeybee Benicia Benicia

12404 12409 12414 12419

12405 12410 12415 12420

12406 12411 12416 12421

12407 12412 12417 12422

12408 12413 12418 12423

Level I 6+ 4:30-4:55pm

5:00-5:25pm5:30-5:55pm6:00-6:25pm4:30-4:55pm5:00-5:25pm

Honeybee

Honeybee Honeybee Honeybee Benicia Benicia

12424

12429 12434 12439 12444 12449

12425

12430 12435 12440 12445 12450

12426

12431 12436 12441 12446 12451

12427

12432 12437 12442 12447 12452

12428

12433 12438 12443 12448 12453

Level 2a 6+ 4:30-4:55pm

5:00-5:25pm5:30-5:55pm5:30-5:55pm

Honeybee

Honeybee Honeybee Benicia

12454

12459 12464 12469

12455

12460 12465 12470

12456

12461 12466 12471

12457

12462 12467 12472

12458

12463 12468 12473

Level 2b 6+ 4:30-4:55pm5:30-5:55pm6:00-6:25pm5:30-5:55pm

Honeybee Honeybee Honeybee Benicia

12474 12479 12484 12489

12475 12480 12485 12490

12476 12481 12486 12491

12477 12482 12487 12492

12478 12483 12488 12493

Level 3 6+ 4:30-4:55pm6:00-6:25pm

Honeybee Honeybee

12494 12499

12495 12500

12496 12501

12497 12502

12498 12503

*No classes July 4. Classes will be held Friday July 8.

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CO U R S E S C H E D U L E SThe following tables list the course times and locations. The five-digit number is the coursenumber that you will enter on the registration form. These course schedules will be repeatedfor each session.

EVENING LESSONS – Classes held Monday through Thursday for 2 weeks.*

Lifeguard Training CourseIt’s more than a job . . .It’s an experience that can change your life.Course #12505

If you're looking for a great summer job or a challenging career as aprofessional lifeguard, the Rohnert Park Community ServicesDepartment's LIFEGUARD TRAINING is the best place to start. You'llget all the training you need to be prepared to respond to aquaticemergencies, and you'll be certified by the American Red Cross - therecognized leader in water safety education. These comprehensivecourses make learning fun! (Completion of the courses below does notguarantee a job as a lifeguard with the City of Rohnert Park)

TO REGISTER: Register on-line using our RecEnroll registration pro-gram or in person at the Rohnert Park Community Center, 5401Snyder Ln. between the hours 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (located on thecorner of the Rohnert Park Expressway and Snyder Lane) or by mail.Visa and MasterCard accepted.

This course provides complete skills instruction, including equipment-based rescues, spinal injury management, post-rescue care and othertopics - all incorporating the most current principals of aquatic safety.Valuable CPR for the professional rescuer is included too - teachingyou skills that will enable you to respond to life-threatening emergen-cies, anywhere you work! Note: Completion of this course does notguarantee the student employment with the City of Rohnert Park. Theminimum age of employment with the City of Rohnert Park is 16 years.

Upon successful completion, students will receive their Red CrossLifeguard Training Certificate.

PREREQUISITES: Must be 15 years of age and be able to swim 500yards, perform a standing front dive and swim under water 20 feet,tread water for one minute without hands and perform a surface diveand retrieve a 10-pound brick from the bottom. All students will betested the first day of class.

This course is offered July 25-August 5. When: Monday through Friday, 8:00am – 11:30amWhere: Honeybee Pool, 1170 Golf Course Drive Cost: $202 (Discounted Rohnert Park resident fee $195)

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American Red Cross Guard StartLifeguarding Tomorrow! Do you have a desire to be a lifeguard but you’re not 15 years of age? If you’rebetween the ages of 11 and 14, Guard Start is for you. This new Red Cross course introduces you to the skillsand pre-requisites needed to enter into the Red Cross Lifeguarding Program when you turn 15. All partici-pants will receive a Guard Start T-shirt transfer. You must have completed the fifth grade, swim the frontcrawl stroke (freestyle) for 50 yards continuously while breathing to the side, tread water for one minuteusing arms and legs, and dive into deep water and swim a distance of 10 feet underwater.

The fee is $70 for residents and $77 for non-residents. You may sign-up in advance for this course using theregistration form in this guide, on-line or in person at the Community Center.

This class is offered Session 3 only, Course #12506

PRIVATE AND SEMI-PRIVATE SWIM LESSONSLimited private and semi-private swim lessons are offeredat the pools depending on time and instructor availability.Contact the Pool Manager after June 14 for informationand to schedule your lessons.


Water Saftey Instructor (WSI) (Not required for Lifeguard Certification)

This course is an additional course that covers the basics of teachingRed Cross Swim Lessons. This course teaches the techniques involvedin teaching basic swimming to infants, toddlers, pre-school, elemen-tary and adult students. Students successfully completing this coursewill be certified and fully qualified Red Cross Swim Instructors.

PREREQUISITE: Must be 17 years of age and possess current CPR,Standard First Aid, and either Emergency Water Safety orLifeguarding Certificates. Must also demonstrate proficiency in thefive basic swimming strokes: breaststroke, sidestroke, elementarybackstroke, back crawl and front crawl. Three year certification.

Course time and location to be announced. Call 588-3488 for information.

SplasherobicsThis course is for the more active exerciser. The tempo is upbeat andhigh in energy and is designed to improve your cardiovascular fit-ness as well as muscle tone. You'll feel refreshed and invigorated asour expert instructors guide you through exercises designed to reducestress, burn fat, define your muscles and have fun to some greatmusic. Drop-in fee is $5.00/class or 10 classes for $40.00. SeeSwimming Pool Schedules for class times and days. Classes are heldat Honeybee Pool from now through June 10 on Monday,Wednesday, and Fridays from 1:30-2:30pm and from June 14 toSept 6 from 10:00-11:00am. Register at any class.

Piranha SwimmingMake a splash and be part of a team. Piranha Swimming of RohnertPark offers year-round instruction and training in competitive swim-ming for boys and girls age 5-18. Swimming promotes fitness and isa healthy lifetime activity; teaches goal orientation and self-improve-ment; and cultivates high self-esteem. Visit our website atwww.PiranhaSwimming.com or call us at 524-4363.

GENERAL ADMISSION5 and Under and Non-Swimmer Free

Adult $5.00 Youth $3.00

Senior Citizens (60+) $4.00

INDIVIDUAL SEASON PASSESSummer Season(June 4-Sept. 5) $130.00 Non-Residents (additional per person) $7.00

INDIVIDUAL SEASON PASSESSENIOR (60+)/DISABLEDSummer Season(June 4-Sept. 5) $80.00 Non-Residents (additional per person) $7.00

FAMILY SWIM PASSESSeason passes can be purchased at the pools or the Community Center.Visa and Mastercard are accepted only at the Community Center.Summer Season (June 4-Sept. 5) $260.00 Non-Residents (additional per person) $7.00Over six family members in same family living in the same household.(additional per person) $7.00

RESIDENTIAL DAY CARE PROVIDERS

Residential Day Care Providers may purchase a Season Pass for theirchildren and helpers. The price is $300. Up to 12 children may beincluded. Provider may put their own children on the pass.

POOL RENTAL RATES

Our pools are available for rent for birthday parties, family reunions, and otherevents. Price includes lifeguard service. Availability is limited. Call 588-3488between 8:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. for pool rental information. Pool reservationswill not be accepted until May 1.

DISCOUNT SWIM PASSESAvailable at any pool10 swims

Adult $40.00 Youth $20.00 Senior (60+)/Disabled $30.00

1-25 Persons $90.00/hour26-50 $105.00/hour

51-100 $120.00/hour 101-150 $130.00/hour

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Un programa que enseña a los niños y sus padres sobre la seguridad alrededor del agua.

El programa bilingüe es gratis e incluye clases de natación en la alberca para los niños y una pre-sentacion para los padres sobre seguridad alrededor del agua y demostraciones de técnicas derescate. Al final de la clase, los niños recibirán cupones para un curso de natación de dos semanas.Cada familia pagará $15 por estudiante en vez de $40, que es el precio que cobran en las albercasdel Condado. La Cruz roja pagará la diferencia del costo para asegurar que los estudiantes puedantomar estas clases importants de natación. Los cupones se aceptarán en 11 albercas alrededor delCondado

• el 4 de Junio, de 9:00 a.m. a 12:30 p.m., Honeybee Swim Pool, 1170 Golf Course Dr. Rohnert Park

Para información sobre este programa, o para registrarse, personas interesadas deben comunicarse con la Cruz Roja Americana del Condado de Sonoma (707-577-7600).

VAMOS ANADAR

LAP SWIM MEMBERSHIPS!Unlimited Lap Swimming is included in annual memberships at the Callinan Sports & Fitness Center. For as little as $24 permonth or $14 per month for seniors you may join our state-of-the-art fitness center and swim laps at any of the city pools (asavailable). You will not find a better deal on fitness anywhere! For more information visit the Callinan Sports & Fitness Centerpages of this guide or go to www.callinansports.org.

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Disabled $4.00 Lap Swim $5.00

Family Night $8.00 per family Last Hour of Public Swim 1/2 price

Mommy and Me: Crafty Little Artists4-week sessions Ages 4-10Denise Thurman Community Center Crafts Room #1

In this class, you will have the opportunity to craft art with your childwhile we listen to music. Stamp, cut, glue, glitter, color, draw, andpaint! From greeting cards to paintings – the possibilities are endless!The instructor will be available to guide you with project ideas.Daddiesand grandparents are also welcome. One adult per child, please.

Denise Thurman is a multi-media artist with a BA degree inEnvironmental Studies and has tutored at-risk children in public schoolsfor which she has twice been awarded a Certificate of SpecialCongressional Recognition.

$50 per session (Discounted R.P. resident fee $43) plus a $20 materi-als fee paid directly to the instructor on the first day of class

3-4 p.m., Wednesdays

(1) Course #11959: June 8-29

(2) Course #11960: July 6-27

Kiln Formed/Fused GlassAges: 12+ (April & May) Ages: 10+ (July & August)4-week sessions Michele CarterCommunity Center Crafts Room #1

Enjoy the lively camaraderie on Thursdays evenings as you learn thebasics of glass cutting, grinding and design to create your own fusedglass creations. Possible projects are bowls, platters, wall art and jew-elry, and all make great gifts! Class fees include the use of all tools andequipment and a large supply of molds to choose from. An assortmentof compatible glass, stringers, and frit is available for purchase.Michele will fuse and slump your creation each week in the studio kiln.

All student work is posted on our online gallery:http//picassaweb.google.com/rpglassclass. You can view Michele’swork at www.artglasslady.com.

$82 per session (Discounted R.P. resident fee $75) PLUS a $20 mate-rials/firing fee to be paid directly to the instructor at the first class.

5:30-8:30 p.m., Thursdays

(1) Course #12010: May 5-26

(2) Course #12011: June 9-30

(3) Course #12012: July 7-28

(4) Course #12013: Aug. 4-25

Direct Method MosaicsAges: 16+ 1-day sessionsVangie PullinsAurora Colors, 10 Enterprise Drive, Suite D, Rohnert Park

Mosaic and grout an 8”x8” cement stepping stone using the directmethod. No experience is required. Bring your glass cutting tools oruse ours. All materials are provided. You will cut and set your glassdesign following a pattern, then grout and finish. Please bring a baglunch, work shirt or full apron, safety glasses, a soft rag, and be ableto take notes.

Vangie has taught hundreds of students and has been a designer ofleaded glass, fusing and mosaics for more than 17 years. You may view her artwork by visiting her studio or website at w w w. a u r o r a c o l o r s . c o m .

$95 per session (Discounted R.P. resident fee $88)

(1) Course #12014: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday, May 7

(2) Course #12015: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Tuesday, June 7

Wednesday is Slump DayAges: 16+ 4-week sessionsLyndon PullinsAurora Colors, 10 Enterprise Drive, Suite D, Rohnert Park

If you know how to cut and grind glass (required), you can make fusedand slumped artworks in our studio. You place your projects in thekilns, no limit on how many projects you can make. Fusible compatiblestained glass sheets in 3mm and 1.5mm, frit, and dichroic are avail-able in various COE’S, or bring your own. Many molds and toys tochoose from. Bring your cutting tools or all is available for purchase.

Lyndon Pullins is a master in fusing and kiln-forming. He makes hisown molds for his designer lamps and glassware, too. View his worksat www.auroracolors.com.


6:30-9:00 p.m., Wednesdays

(1) Course #12016: May 4-25

(2) Course #12017: June 1-22

(3) Course #12018: July 27-Aug 17

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Beginning Stained GlassAges: 16+ 4-week sessions Vangie & Lyndon Pullins

Aurora Colors, 10 Enterprise Drive, Suite D, Rohnert ParkMake a stained glass window, no experience required. Learn pattern layout, how to select, cut andfit the glass, solder, patina and finish your window with lead came and hangers. There will be ahalf hour lunch break or bring a bag lunch. Projects may be stored at the studio. After registering, students will need to e-mail Aurora Colors at [email protected] for a supplyand tool list. Complete Foil Kit or a tool rental program is available.Vangie and Lyndon Pullins have taught children and adults stained glass, fusing and mosaictechniques for more than 17 years. You may view their students’ artwork and their own by visitingtheir website at www.auroracolors.com.

$150 per session (Discounted R.P. resident fee $143) (1) Course #12019: 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Saturday, June 4-25

(2) Course #12020: 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Saturday, July 16-Aug. 6

Kids on the Potter’s Wheel6-weeks Ages: 9-15Randy Snyder Community Center Clay Studio

Sign your child up to play in Mud. They will learn how to wedgeclay, center, and pull the clay into beautiful shapes using the potter’swheel. We will also apply glazes and fire pieces. Students will havepieces to cherish for years to come.

Sign up early since the class has very limited space.

$97 (Discounted R.P. resident fee $90) PLUS a $30 materials & firing fee to be paid when registering for the class.

Course #12005: 3:30-5:00 p.m., Tuesdays, May 3-June 7

Hip to be Square!Hand Building CeramicsAges: 15+ 5-week sessionsGerald Hong Community Center Clay Studio

Learn ways of making wonderful functional and sculptural formswithout a potter’s wheel. You will learn how to make beautifulobjects using slab construction and simple hump molds. You willlearn why timing is the most important lesson in hand building!

Gerald Hong has been a full-time professional potter for over thirtyyears. His distinctive Raku vessels and wall pieces have beenexhibited across the country. His work can be seen at: www.geraldandkellyhong.com.

$107 per session (Discounted R.P. resident fee $100) PLUS a $30materials & firing fee to be paid when registering for the class.


(1) Course #12007: May 5-June 2

(2) Course #12008: June 9-July 7

(3) Course #12009: July 14-Aug. 18 – No class 7/28

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Open Pottery Studio Ongoing Randy Snyder and staff Community Center Clay StudioOnce you have some experience in clay, join us at Open Studio where you can put your new talents to work! No sign-ups are necessary, just drop by! We have a spacious clay studio, potters wheels and some tools are provided. Clay can be purchased in thestudio. A nominal firing fee will be charged for your work. Children age 5 and over are welcome with an adult. Please pay the instructor in the studio. Some experience with clay is helpful.

Open studio fees are paid at the studio each visit:

$14 (Discounted R.P. resident fee $13) $12 seniors (over 55) and children age 12 and under (Discounted R.P. resident fee $11)Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Ongoing Wednesdays, 6:30-9:30 p.m., Ongoing Saturdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Ongoing

Potter’s WheelAges: 15+ 6-weeksRandy Snyder Community Center Clay Studio

Want to learn the potter’s wheel or just work with clay? TheRohnert Park Clay Studio is the place! In this class you will learn touse the potter’s wheel and other hand-building methods to makeprojects you will glaze and we will fire so you can enjoy for years.Space is limited so sign up early.

Randy Snyder is an award-winning potter from Sonoma County.He has over 30 years experience with all forms of ceramics andhas been teaching and inspiring students of all ages for the past20 years.

$127 (Discounted R.P. resident fee $120) PLUS a $30 materials& firing fee to be paid when registering for the class.

Course #12006: 6:30-9:00 p.m., Tuesdays, May 3-June 7


Little Potter’s – Sculptural Seasons4-week sessions Ages 5-10 Denise Thurman Community Center Clay Studio

Ahoy Matey! Your little artist will learn about creating with clay in an authentic ceramics studio. All things ocean are allowed in this class. Perhaps a squid bowl suits your fancy or afish dish? Maybe an octopus ring holder for your mother? If you want to sculpt a whalepaperweight – that’s okay too! Together we will explore the artistic possibilities held by ourdeep seas and coral reefs!Denise Thurman is a multi-media artist with a BA degree in Environmental Studies and hastutored at-risk children in public schools for which she has twice been awarded a Certificateof Special Congressional Recognition.

$55 per session (Discounted R.P. resident fee $48) plus a $10 materials and firing fee paid when registering for class.

3:30-5:00 p.m., Thursdays (1) Course #11961: June 2-23 (2) Course #12004: July 7-28

Camp Information:Program information packets answering questions parents may have regarding camppolicies, disciplinary policies, daily schedules, drop-off and pick-up locations, what tobring each day, as well as forms you will need to fill out will be handed out the firstmorning of each camp session. This packet is very important - make sure you get one.Day Camp: Please drop off your child no later than 9:30 am, and pick up no laterthan 3:30 pm.Day Camp Extended Care: Please drop off your child no earlier than 7:30 am,and pick up your child no later than 6:00 pm.

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(1) Superhero Spectacular June 6-10Course #11880

(2) All Sorts of Sports June 13-17Course #11881:

(3) Splish Splash June 20-24Course #11882:

(4) Wild West - June 27-July 1Course #11883

(5) Ahoy Matey : July 5-8 (4 days – Course #11884 No camp 7/4)

(6) Camp Rockstar – July 11-15Movin’ n’ Groovin’Course #11885

(7) Super Safari July 18-22Course #11886

(8) Ooey Gooey Science July 25-29Course #11887

(9) Artapalooza Aug. 1-5Course #11888

(10) Chef’s Kitchen Aug. 9-13Course #11889

(11) Party in the USA Aug. 15-19Course #11890:

What to Bring to Camp:All campers will need to bring a big sack lunch each day, plus they need to bring awater bottle, hat and sunscreen. Campers should bring a swimsuit and towel on swimdays. (No flip-flops, sandals, or dress shoes at any of the camps, please.)9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday$87 per child per session (Discounted Rohnert Park resident fee $80)Please note: The week of July 5-8 is a 4-day session, and fees are $71 per child(Discounted R. P. Resident fee $64).

Refund Policy:Cancellations made up to 3 days in advance of camp start date will receive a refundminus a $10 per session administrative fee per child. Cancellation must be made atthe Community Center by 4:30 p.m. the Friday before each camp session is scheduledto begin.Cancellations made after 4:30 p.m. on the Friday before camp start date will receivea 50% refund. The Community Services Department must be notified no later than 9a.m. on the first day of camp in order to receive the 50% refund for that camp session.

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Camp BurtonAges: 6-12 5-day sessions Community Services Staff Burton Avenue Recreation Center, 7421 Burton Avenue

A whole ton of outrageous summer fun is in store for you and your friends at Camp Burton! Get creative with arts and crafts, active with crazygames, and wet and wild on water play days and swim days. Campers are divided into age-appropriate groups for daily fun based on thetheme of the week, but will join together for select activities, like Friday talent shows and BBQs at the park. Wear layered play clothes andclosed-toe shoes, and bring a snack, lunch and water each day. Completed Emergency Form required on first day of camp..

Honor Jackson’s Summer Sports CampAges 7-14 3 days per weekCallinan Sports & Fitness Center Honor Jackson

The Rohnert Park Community Services Department is pleased to partnerwith former NFL Player Honor Jackson to bring to you his SummerSports Camp. Each week Honor will lead campers through the basicsand advance skills of a variety of sports including basketball, flag foot-ball, softball and other sports. Sessions will also include non-traditionalsports such as kickball, Capture the Flag, dodge ball and more. Eachsession will also include discussions on life skills through sports such asleadership, teamwork, goal-setting, sportsmanship, perseverance, self-control, respect, and responsibility. Additionally, there will be presenta-tions on career paths and from sports athletes and local business leaders.

Campers will meet in the Activity Room at the Sports & Fitness Centereach morning and should bring a lunch, snacks and drinks each day.

$57 per week (Discounted R.P. resident fee $50) (Fees for July 6th 2-day camp: $41 (Discounted R.P. resident fee $34)9 a.m.-3 p.m., Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays

(1) Course #11863: June 6-10

(2) Course #11871: June 13-17 (No camp June 20-24)


(4) Course #11874: July 6 & 8 (2 days – no camp 7/4)

(5) Course #11875: July 11-15

(6) Course #11876: July 18-22

(7) Course #11877: July 25-29

(8) Course #11878: August 1-5


Fencing Camp for KidsAges: 7-12 1-week campsJim Liebich, En Garde FencingCommunity Center Multi-Use Room

Looking for something a little bit different? Then En Garde Fencing hasthe sport for you! Make this summer one you will never forget! Fast-paced, fun and disciplined, fencing is bursting onto the scene inSonoma County and all over the nation. Be the first among your friendsto REALLY know how to wield a sword!

Modern fencing is a sport with hundreds of years of tradition, but noth-ing beats the thrill of taking a sword in hand and challenging yourfriends to a duel. Physical and mental challenges are presented, alongwith play and learning the importance of discipline and honor. Noexperience necessary and all equipment is provided.

Camp director Jim Liebich is a professional fencing coach and competi-tive fencer with over 15 years of experience.

Campers should bring a bag lunch and drink each day.


10 a.m.-2 p.m., Monday through Friday

(1) Course #11891: June 20-24

(2) Course #11892: Aug. 15-19

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Does your child want to attend camp, but you need a few more hours of supervised care? Sign up for Day Camp extended care! Thisprogram will provide a safe, nurturing place for your children. Campers will enjoy regular camp activities, such as arts & crafts, boardgames, and outdoor activities, but at a more leisurely pace. Parents can choose from AM only, PM only, or both. Online registration is not available for extended care.

Week of July 5-8 only (4 days):

A.M. Extended Care (7:30-9:00 a.m.) = $12P.M. Extended Care (3:30-6:00 p.m.) = $20Both A.M. and P.M. = $28

A.M. Extended Care (7:30-9:00 a.m.) = $15 per week

P.M. Extended Care (3:30-6:00 p.m.) = $25 per week

Both A.M. and P.M. = $35 per week

Creative Kids Cooking CampAges: 8-13 5-day sessions Lori Cleveland Community Center Kitchen

Calling all kid chefs! Come and spend a week preparing marvelous, magnificent, and healthy recipes. Budding kid chefs will learn about basic food preparation techniques and vocabulary, how to read recipes, safe food handling, and of course, how to make and taste all of the foods that we create. Each day we will explore a different summer cooking theme to include: Camp Chow, Dr. Seuss,International Delights, Movie Morsels, and Fresh from the Garden. We will make 4-5 recipes each day. All recipes will be vegetarian. OnFriday we will open our “restaurant” for one day. Student chefs will prepare and serve lunch to their parent as the culmination of our weekof learning. Each student chef will make their own apron and a recipe book to bring home. Please join us for a special week of cooking!

Lori Cleveland is an elementary school teacher for the Cotati-Rohnert Park School District. She has a master’s degree in education and hasbeen teaching cooking classes for our department for the past year. She has taught kindergarten and is currently teaching 4th grade. Sheenjoys teaching cooking in the classroom on a regular basis.

$157 (Discounted Rohnert Park resident fee $150) plus a $40 materials fee paid directly to the instructor the first day of class.Additional parent for luncheon is $5. Siblings from the same family pay one materials fee. Sign up for both sessions and the materials feefor the second session is waived.

9 a.m.-12 p.m., Monday through Friday (1) Course #11893: June 6-10 (2) Course #11894: Aug. 15-19

Camp Burton Extended Care

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A.M. DancerciseSports & Fitness Center Gymnasium

Register by the end of the first week of class and pay the discounted rate of:


Beginning 2nd week of class:


Drop-In: $5 per visit/$6 non-residents

9-10 a.m., Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays

(1) Course #11907: April 11-June 17 – No class 5/30

(2) Course #11909: July 6-Sept. 9 – No class 9/5

P.M. DancerciseCommunity Center Multi-Use Room

Register by the end of the first week of class and pay thediscounted rate of:


Beginning 2nd week of class: $72 per session (Discounted R.P. resident fee $65)


6-7 p.m., Tuesdays & Thursdays

(1) Course #11908: April 12-June 16

(2) Course #11910: July 5-Sept. 8

DancerciseAges: 13-adult 10-week sessions Pam Stafford

This #1 award winning fitness class in the county offers experienced, trained instructors who make this class a positive experiencefrom beginning to end. Men and women of all ages have made this safe, sensible, fun exercise routine a part of their lives. Fightstress, strengthen muscles, improve your cardiovascular system, burn fat, improve flexibility, balance and agility, and have fun to somegreat music. An integration of Yoga, Pilates and Aerobics, makes this a unique and effective class. Lots of days and times to choosefrom. Improve your health now! Participants should bring a mat or towel for floor exercises.

Childcare is available for weekday morning Dancercise classes. See A.M. Dancercise Child Care for registration information.

Fitness AerobicsAges: 13-Adult 10-week sessionsStephanie Exline Community Center Multi-Use Room

How can a class so good be so inexpensive? You can forget yourtroubles, conquer stress, burn fat, get body definition, muscle tone,aerobic training, and strength endurance. Do muscle work with theeffective Dyna-Band and work out your cardiovascular system tomusic you'll love. Start now, keep it moving, and have fun. Comeany time, start any time; it's never too late. Participants shouldbring a mat or towel for floor exercises.

Register by the end of the first week of class and pay the discount-ed rate of:


Beginning 2nd week of class:



5:30-6:30 p.m., Mondays & Wednesdays



Saturday AerobicsAges: 13-adult 10-week sessionsStephanie Exline Sports & Fitness Center Gymnasium

This class is the perfect way to complement your weekday work-outs. Geared to all levels of fitness, men and women find this tobe a great way to burn calories, strengthen muscles, buildstronger heart and lungs, and start off their weekend right. Getyourself in shape now!

Participants should bring a mat or towel for floor exercises.

Register by the end of the first week of class and pay the discounted rate of:


Beginning 2nd week:



9-10 a.m., Saturdays

(1) Course #11915: April 16-June 18


10-week sessions Sports & Fitness Center Childcare Room

A childcare service for A.M. Dancercise is offered in the morningso that you can exercise without worrying about what to do withyour children.

$45 per session for the first child$25 each additional child (in same family) prepaid

OR drop-in at $2 per hour per child

9-10 a.m., Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays



Childcare for A.M. Dancercise

A.M. ZumbaSports & Fitness Center Gymnasium9:00-9:50 a.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays


(2) Course #11920: July 12-Aug. 30

Childcare is available for this course at $2.00 per child per day.

P.M. ZumbaCommunity Center Multi-Use Room

7:00-7:50 p.m., Mondays and Wednesdays

(1) Course #11917: May 2-June 22 – No class 5/30

(2) Course #11918: July 11-Aug. 29

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Zumba Dance PartyAges 13-Adult 7-week sessions

Kiersten Hill Community Center Multi-Use Room

Do you love to dance? Then Zumba is the place to be! Latin-inspiredmoves paired with current dance hits will get your feet on the dancefloor and your heart pumping. In this 1 hour session you can burnan estimated 500-800 calories and not even feel like you’re workingout. So come party with us! Please wear clothing and shoes suitablefor exercise.


Drop-in fees per visit are $6 residents/$7 non-residents and arepaid directly to the instructor at the class.



(2) Course #11922: June 23-August 4

Cardio KickboxingAges: 12+ 4-week sessionsColette Benge Community Center Garden Room

Work out at your own pace and have fun in this high energy aero-bic class designed to challenge students both physically and mental-ly. This beginner to intermediate Cardio Kickboxing class will helpincrease stamina, coordination, strength, and balance all while hav-ing a good time! Men, women and teens of all levels are welcomeand no experience is necessary. Exercise shoes, light comfortableclothing, bottled water, and an exercise mat or a towel are recom-mended for each class.

Colette Benge is Cardio Kickboxing, CPR and AED Certified and hasover 10 years of teaching experience. Come and discover the posi-tive results Pilates can create for you.

$47 per session (Discounted Rohnert Park resident fee $40)


(1) Course #11926: May 5-26

(2) Course #11927: June 9-30

Zumba 15-class sessions Ages: 13+ Gale Davis

Join the Zumba fitness party! Zumba is a fun and effective cardio interval workout that combines irresistible Latin and international dancemusic with easy-to-learn steps. Get in shape to the rhythms of merengue, cumbia, samba and more. If you like to dance, you will loveZumba. Please wear clothing and shoes suitable for exercise.

Instructor, Gale Davis, is a certified Zumba instructor.

$67 per session (Discounted Rohnert Park resident fee $60) Drop-in fees per visit are $6 residents/$7 non-residents and are paid directly to the instructor at the class.

Beginning Boot CampAges 14-Adult 8-week sessionsDenise Drake

Are you new to exercise? No experience necessary! Have youfallen off the fitness wagon? This is your opportunity to beginagain. This beginner Boot Camp will give you the jump start youneed. This class offers cardio, strength training, core and full bodyworkouts. Have fun, burn calories and be motivated!

Denise Drake is a Certified Fitness Trainer through the ISSA, aswell as a Master Trainer Candidate with New York Strength and amember of Fitness Professionals International.

Denise will accept drop-in students at $10 per visit for RohnertPark residents and $11 for non-residents. These fees are paiddirectly to the instructor at the camp.


Morning CampSports & Fitness Center Activity Room

6-7 a.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays

(1) Course #11928: May 10-June 30


Evening CampBurton Avenue Recreation Center, 7421 Burton Avenue

7:15-8:15 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays

(1) Course #11930: May 10-June 30


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Hatha Yoga offered by Gay DawsonAges: 18+ Community Center Garden Room

Instructor, Gay Dawson is a certified Yoga Teacher at the highest level (E500RYT) and a certified Yoga Therapist. She has spent more than3,000 hours leading yoga classes and been trained to address illness and injury with yoga. In her classes, students are encouraged to workat their own pace cultivating a deep awareness of body sensation. If you have any questions about her classes, please contact her at 707-206-6131 or e-mail her at [email protected]

Please bring a yoga mat to all classes. Prerequisite: students must be able to lie on the floor, sit and stand. Classes are listed from gentlest tomost challenging. You can also call the instructor for a private assessment to help place you in a class.

Very Gentle Hatha YogaThis class is recommended for those seeking a gentler practice forany reason including those recovering from injury or dealing withchronic illness, those with stiffness or dealing with loss. Students areencouraged and supported to move at their own pace and level aswe increase flexibility, strength, balance and mental focus.

9:00-10:15 a.m., Thursdays

(1) Course #11932: May 5-June 9 (6 weeks)$67 (Discounted R.P. resident fee $60)

(2) Course #11933: June 16-July 21 (6 weeks)$67 (Discounted R.P. resident fee $60)

(3) Course #11934: July 28-Aug. 25 (5 weeks)$57 (Discounted R.P. resident fee $50)

Beginning Hatha YogaLearn the basics of yoga in this supportive class. This class includes alittle more guidance in the poses which tend to be a range from verygentle to a little more challenging.





Advanced Beginning Hatha YogaAll students are welcome and we will cover a few more poses with alittle more challenge than the beginning class.

9:30-10:45 a.m., Saturdays



(3) Course #11940: July 30-Aug. 20 (4 weeks) $47 (Discounted R.P. resident fee $40)

Intermediate Hatha YogaExperience a health-building yoga session each week with this 70minute session of yogic breathing, postures and meditation. Thishatha yoga class is taught at the intermediate level with modificationsgiven for those more and less advanced. Benefits of yoga includerelaxation, increased flexibility, increased strength and clearer mind-body connection. Students at all levels are invited to participate inthis class, but note that the pace will be more intense than the gentlerclasses.





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Lunchtime Yoga Ages: 18+ Na’ama Lila Wells Community Center Garden Room

No sweat lunchtime yoga! This class will restore, relax, and refresh you, preparing you for a peaceful and focused afternoon. This Hathabased yoga class focuses on building your strength, balance and flexibility. Wonderful for beginners and regular yogis. Take the time tofind the new yogi you-and have a wonderful time doing it!

Please bring a yoga mat to all classes. Prerequisite: students must be able to lie on the floor, sit and stand.

12-1 p.m., Tuesdays

(1) Course #11947: May 3-31 (5 weeks)$57 (Discounted R.P. resident fee $50)

(2) Course #11948: June 7-28 (4 weeks) $47 (Discounted R.P. resident fee $40)

(3) Course #11949: July 5-26 (4 weeks)$47 (Discounted R.P. resident fee $40)

(4) Course #11950: Aug. 2-30 (5 weeks) $57 (Discounted R.P. resident fee $50)

The 3 Myths That Are Causing Your Back PainAges 18+ 1-day workshopsDana DavisCommunity Center Meeting Room #1

Has back pain limited your activities? Do you want to improveyour posture without struggling to “stand up straight”? The BalanceMethod helps you eliminate pain, lengthen your spine, regain flexi-bility and strength, and increase relaxation in your body. It isbased on more than 35 years of studying populations with no backpain. You can use these simple guidelines wherever you are, forthe rest of your life. Class includes slides, practice bending and sitting “in Balance”, and individual hands-on guidance. For moreinformation, see www.sonomabodybalance.com. Dana Davis is aCertified Yoga Teacher and a Certified Balance Teacher.

$17 (Discounted R.P. resident fee $15)

(1) Course #11800: 6:30-8:30 p.m., Monday, April 4

(2) Course #11946: 6:30-8:30 p.m., Monday, July 11

War on Sags and Bulges for Men and WomenAges: 16-adult 6-week sessionsSue StubblebineBurton Avenue Recreation Center, 7421 Burton Avenue

This class is all-out war on sags and bulges, with you as the victor!This war has been fought successfully since 1974. The class consistsof no-impact, high repetition exercise using light weights. A set ofankle weights with Velcro, 5 pound (2 1/2 pounds each) forwomen, 10 pound (5 pounds each) for men, are required as wellas a mat or pad.

$62 per session ($55 discounted Rohnert Park resident fee)

6-7 p.m., Monday through Thursday


(2) Course #11924: June 20-July 28 – No class 7/4

(3) Course #11925: Aug. 1-Sept. 8 – No class 9/5

Tai Chi StretchingAges: 18+ 13 weeksRobert Flannery Community Center Garden Room

This session is good for everyone, including those with no Tai Chitraining. We will cover: breathing, how to stand, how to step, andbasic form. The stretches are based on the Eight Colored Pieces ofSilk. We will also loosen up, and practice smooth, continuousmovement. Join us!


Course #11906: 7-8 p.m., Tuesdays, May 3-July 26

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Additional Fitness ClassesPlease check the Sports and Martial Arts Section for

other Fitness classes being offered.

Beginner’s YogaAges: 18+ Raizelah Bayen, CMT, RYT Community Center Garden Room

Relax and renew with this gentle-paced introduction to the ancient practice of yoga. In this class, we will explore basic yoga philosophy,yoga poses and breathing techniques to increase strength and flexibility, to develop mindfulness, and to build vitality. Each class willincorporate stretching, poses, breath exercises, and a brief meditation. Students are encouraged to practice at their own pace and level.

Raizelah Bayen is a certified massage therapist, acupressionist and yoga teacher. She has over 16 years in bodywork private practiceand currently teaches at BodyWorks Yoga Studio and the Sebastopol Massage Center. Her yoga classes are both gentle and challenging,emphasizing mindfulness and deep inner listening. Her gift as a teacher is her ability to teach mixed-level, offering variations of eachyoga pose to address her students’ varied levels of practice.

Students must be able to sit and lie on the floor and to stand up. Please bring a yoga mat and blanket to class.7:00-8:15 p.m., Mondays

(1) Course #11944: May 2-June 20 – (2) Course #11945: July 18-Aug. 29 – No class 5/30 (7 weeks) No class 8/8 (6 weeks)$77 (Discounted R.P. resident fee $70) $67 (Discounted R.P. resident fee $60)

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Age 3:(1) Course #11951: 10:30-11:15 a.m., Wednesdays,

May 4-June 8 – No class 5/18

(2) Summer Dance CampCourse #11952: 9:30-10:15 a.m., WednesdaysJune 29-July 27

Age 4:(1) Course #11953: 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Wednesdays


(2) Summer Dance CampCourse #11954: 10:30-11:15 a.m., WednesdaysJune 29-July 27

Ages 3 & 4:Course #11955: 3:30-4:15 p.m., ThursdaysMay 5-June 9 – No class 5/19

Ages 5 & 6:(1) Course #11956: 1:30-2:15 p.m., Wednesdays


(2) Course #11957: 4:15-5:00 p.m., ThursdaysMay 5-June 9 – No class 5/19

(3) Summer Dance CampCourse #11958: 11:30 a.m.12:15 p.m.Wednesdays, June 29-July 27

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American Tribal Style Bellydance Ages: 12-seniors 8-weeksSeba, assisted by members of WildCard BellyDanceSports & Fitness Center Activity Room

Seba aka Sherry Blanchard has been belly dancing for many years.She is director of WildCard BellyDance. Classes will be taught usingmoves from ATS, the BSBD format, and our own unique WildCardBellyDance innovations. She will be assisted by members of theWildCard BellyDance troupe. For more info please call Seba at 707-869-3469 or email her at [email protected] or visit us atwww.wildcardbellydance.com.

Level 1: This is the place to start. Learn the basics of this art formand begin building your foundation for the dance.

Level 2: Learn new movements, learn to lead others improvisational-ly and dance together in small groups. Please talk with the instructorbefore moving up into Level 2.

Level 3: This class will focus on advanced skills. Instructor permission required.

Level 4: This is a performance intensive class. This class is by invitation only.

One class per week: $79 per session (Discounted Rohnert Park resident fee $72)

OR Take two classes per week for $115 per session (Discounted R.P. resident fee $108) Second class is half price.

OR Take unlimited classes (that you qualify for) for $151(Discounted R.P. resident fee $144)

OR Drop-in: $13 per class

Please note: Multiple class discount applies only for entire sessionblocks paid for at one time at the beginning of the session. Discountsdo not apply to drop-ins and are not available for on-line registration.

Level 1:(1) Course #11895: 6:00-7:00 p.m., Mondays, June 6-Aug. 1

– No class 7/4(2) Course #11896: 7:05-8:05 p.m., Wednesdays, June 8-July 27

Level 2:Course #11898: 7:05-8:05 p.m., Mondays, June 6-Aug. 1

– No class 7/4

Level 3 (Instructor permission required):Course #11899: 6-7 p.m., Wednesdays, June 8-July 27

Level 4 (By invitation only):Course #11900: 8:10-9:10 p.m., Mondays, June 6-Aug. 1

– No class 7/4

Petaluma School of Ballet Children’s Pre-Ballet

Ages: 3-6 5-week sessions Petaluma School of Ballet Staff Community Center Garden Room

Children are taught basic ballet movement. They will dance and pretend as they act out stories using dance movement. We use a varietyof music to enhance musical rhythms by clapping and listening, using stretching and improvisation while having lots of fun. Let us shareour love of dance with your youngster. Parents may observe the last class in each session.

Classes are taught by the Petaluma School of Ballet staff who have studied at the San Francisco Ballet, Pacific Northwest Ballet, Berkeley BalletTheatre, and Ballet West with over 15 years of teaching experience. They bring a wealth of professional knowledge to your child’s danceexperience. Classes are ongoing. For those classes that are full, registration for new students starts the 16th of each month for the followingmonth. (For example, on May 16th, new students for June will be accepted, space allowing.)

Clothing for all ballet classes: Girls, any colored leotard (no attached skirts), pink tights and pink leather ballet shoes. Boys, white T-shirt,shorts, socks and black leather ballet shoes. Long hair should be pulled back into a ballet bun with a hair tie. Children with short hair shouldwear a headband to keep hair off face.

NOTE: Summer Dance Camp is offered on Wednesdays only.


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Just ONCE Guitar for Busy PeopleAges: 13+ 1-day sessions Community Center Meeting Room #1 Frank Kruzic

Have you ever wanted to learn the guitar but simply found it difficult finding the time? In just a few hours you can learn enoughabout playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment, and you won’t have to take private lessons to do it. This crashcourse will teach you some basic chords and get you playing along with your favorite songs right away. Bring your acoustic guitar.Class limited to 15 students. For more information go to instantguitarnow.comTopics include:

• How chords work in a song • How to form the three main types of chords• How to tune your guitar • Basic strumming patterns• How to buy a good guitar (things to avoid) • How to play along with simple tunes

Instructor, Frank Kruzic brings a wealth of academic and practical music knowledge to his classes. Frank is an experienced, patientteacher with a clear and understandable style of instruction who likes to have fun with his classes. You are sure to enjoy his humorousapproach.

$37 per session (Discounted R.P. resident fee $30) plus a $29 materials fee collected in class by the instructor for a workbook and practice DVD.

(1) Course #11802: 6:30-9:00 p.m., Monday, April 11(2) Course #11904: 6:30-9:00 p.m., Monday, May 2

Just ONCE How to Play Guitar by EarAges: 13+ 1-day Community Center Meeting Room #1 Frank Kruzic

Learn one of music’s deepest mysteries: how to play songs withoutrelying on music. A very practical presentation of music theorythat includes predicting chord progressions, learning from record-ings, and transposing - all expressed in everyday language. Thisis an ideal follow - up to the “Just ONCE Guitar” class and isopen to anyone who has a basic understanding of chords on anyinstrument. Expand your musical horizons, and free yourself fromsheet-music dependence, and be the life of the party! Prior experi-ence with guitar chords recommended.

Topics include: • How to find the starting note of a song • How to determine when chords change • How to predict the chord progression • How the melody helps you find the correct chords • How to learn songs from recordings in all keys • How to transpose • The Universal Key Signature • How to use the Circle of Fifths • How to recognize the most common chord patterns

$37 (Discounted R.P. resident fee $30) plus a $29 materialsfee collected in class by the instructor for a workbook and

practice DVD.

Course #11905: 6:30-9:00 p.m., Monday, June. 13

Rock GuitarAges: 8-12 years 5-week sessions Community Center Lounge Art & Soul Music Studios Staff

Learn the basics of rock guitar while playing some of the mostfamous songs in rock history! Classes are tailored to meet eachstudent's individual abilities and interests while providing a solidfoundation in beginning guitar skills!

An optional $25 will collected by the instructor if you need to renta guitar.


4:30-5:30 p.m., Tuesdays

(1) Course #11901: May 24-June 21


(3) Course #11903: Aug. 2-30

3-4 YEAR OLDS9:30-11:30 a.m., Tuesdays & Thursdays

Course #11751: May 3-June 9 (12 classes)$151 (Discounted Rohnert Park resident fee $144) PLUS a $15 materials fee payable to the instructor on the FIRST day of class

4 - 5 YEAR OLDS9 a.m.-12 p.m., Mondays, Wednesdays & FridaysCourse #11748: May 2-June 10 (17 classes) –

No class 5/30$313 (Discounted Rohnert Park resident fee $306) PLUSa $15 materials fee payable to the instructor on the FIRST

day of class

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Tumble Tots Ages: 3-5 years Steve Sassone Sports & Fitness Center Activity Room

Children have fun learning basic tumbling, bars and beam skills for creating a strong foundation for gymnastics. Each class is 30 minutes ofhigh energy, engaging activity. Flying Angels lesson plans employ proven learning steps that take children progressively into more complexmovements with confidence and joy. Children should wear loose clothes for movement. Steve has coached national level competitors but hispassion is for giving young children a joy for new challenges and a desire to improve their skills.

10:00-10:30 a.m., Thursdays

(1) Course #12112: May 12-26 (3 weeks) (2) Course #12113: June 9-July 7 – $52 (Discounted Rohnert Park resident fee $45) No class 6/30/11 (4 weeks)

$67 (Discounted Rohnert Park resident fee $60)

Age 39:00-11:30 a.m., Thursdays and Fridays

Course #12110: July 14-August 19 (12 classes)$187 (Discounted Rohnert Park resident fee $180) PLUS a $15materials fee payable to the instructor on the FIRST day of class

Ages 4-59:00-11:30 a.m., Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays

Course #12111: July 11-August 17 (18 classes)$277 (Discounted Rohnert Park resident fee $270) PLUS a $15materials fee payable to the instructor on the FIRST day of class

Classes for Pre-SchoolersPlease check the Music & Dance and Sports and Martial Arts sections of the Activity Guide for

information on other classes for pre-schoolers.

Miss Betty’s Tot Time Summer ProgramAges: 3-5 Bettyjane Hotaling Community Center Pre-School Room

Miss Betty is extending her regularly scheduled Tot Time program into the summer months. Parents, take advantage of a few hours eachday during the week to relax, work out, go shopping, get housework done, or just have some fun. Your kids will have an opportunity tocontinue their learning process during the summer months by doing arts and crafts, music, story time, playing games, baking, andmaking new playmates. Space will fill up fast for this wonderful program so sign your children up right away. Miss Betty is looking for-ward to seeing you all in the summer.

Community Center Tot TimeAges: 3-5 Bettyjane Hotaling Community Center Pre-School Room

Pre-schoolers gain social skills and increased self-confidence by learning and playing together in a stimulating classroom environment.Early childhood learning concepts are introduced through music, math games, art, stories, drama, and cooking. Field trips will beincluded. The class provides an excellent program for kindergarten awareness by developing these skills.

NOTE: Parent participation is REQUIRED in the classroom TWICE during the session. In the 3 year old class this is two, two-hour sessions for a total of four hours, and in the 4-5 year old class it is two, three hour sessions for a total of six hours. Also, the childmust be the appropriate age by the time class starts. There will be a mandatory meeting for all parents. Meeting date to beannounced by instructor.

Tot Time is an ongoing program; therefore, priority registration is given to returning participants. Remaining space registrations are done on a first-come, first-serve basis. If you have any questions pertaining to pre-school classes, please call the instructor at 588-3453 and leave your name and phone number. Your call will be returned as soon as possible.

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The Sunshine BusMini-bus transportation service is available in the morningsfor our seniors residing in Rohnert Park, Cotati, andPenngrove on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays for med-ical appointments, shopping, or other personal needs. OnThursday mornings, we go to Santa Rosa for medical, DMVor Social Security only. To schedule a ride, call 585-6780between 9:00 and 11:30 a.m., Monday-Friday, at least oneday and up to a week in advance. Cost is $6 per round tripfor Rohnert Park appointments and $8 for trips to Santa Rosa.

Council on Aging Dining Site & ServicesThe Council on Aging Services for seniors serves a greatlunch in the Senior Center dining room at Noon, Monday –Friday. For more information, or to reserve a lunch at least24 hours in advance, call 585-6787.Laurel Anderson, Case Manager from C.O.A., specializesin Social and Financial Services. She is willing to come tothe Center for clients who have personal concerns or needfinancial advice. Your meetings will be held in the strictestof confidence. Feel free to call her at (707) 525-0143 ext.103 to make an appointment, or you can call the Center forfurther information. That number is 585-6780.

Rohnert Park Senior CenterThe Rohnert Park Senior Center has something for everyone.Over 10,000 square feet of classes, activities, lunches(provided by Council on Aging), and more. Located on

the corner of Hunter and Enterprise Drive, we are easy tofind. Stop by and look through our Gift Shoppe, join in anactivity, class or seminar, relax in the drop-in and enjoy coffee and snacks. We offer a mini-bus transportation service for seniors residing in Rohnert Park, Cotati andPenngrove. We also offer day trips and special events (opento all ages). Check us out – there are lots of things to do!The Senior Center includes a large activity room, a pooltable, two card-playing areas, meeting rooms, and a com-puter room. The Senior Center accepts rental applicationsfor the use of the facility. The Center rents our large activityroom featuring mood lighting, lighted disco ball, built-in PAsystem, and a great dance floor. Also available for rent isour kitchen, dining room and meeting rooms. For moreinformation, please call 585-6780 any weekday between 9a.m. and 4 p.m.

Fun After 50 ClubSponsored by the Community Services Departmentt, the FunAfter 50 Club meets every Monday from 10:45am-2:00pmat the Rohnert Park Senior Center. Meet new friends andparticipate in the many activities the club offers (includingbingo!). Visitors are welcome. For more information call 585-6780.

Walking ClubJoin our cordial group of walkers for a brisk morning jaunt!The Senior Walk Club meets at the Senior Center everyTuesday and Thursday mornings (weather permitting) at9:30am for a 2-3 mile walk.

Senior Center ChoirOur Vintage Choir meets Tuesdays from 1-2:30pm in theSenior Center Activity Room. This choir is for all those wholove to sing and want to perform at various communityfunctions. Fees are $.50 per person, per hour. For moreinformation, call 585-6780.

Blood Pressure ClinicFree service sponsored by the Community ServicesDepartment open to all seniors of Rohnert Park, Cotati andPenngrove. Open 11am – 1pm on the 2nd and 4thMondays of each month at the Senior Center.

Counseling & Referral ServiceCouncil on Aging Information and Referral offer free out-reach services to help senior citizens who have problemswith Social Security, medical services, housing, home care,transportation and other concerns. For further information ondays and times for these services, please call Council onAging, 525-0143, or the Senior Center, 585-6780.

Free Legal AdviceLegal advice is available at the Senior Center two times amonth to give advice and answer simple questions regardingwills, trusts, Medi-Cal, real estate, and landlord/tenant dis-putes. This advice is free to seniors. An attorney is here onthe first Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m. and the firstThursday of each month at 3:30 p.m. Please call the SeniorCenter at 585-6780 the day before to schedule an appointment.

Rohnert Park Kut-upsSeniors get together at the Burton Avenue Recreation Centerto play music together under the leadership of Bess Eiermannand Larry Broderick. Whether you have musical experienceor not, this may be the group for you. Practice for dancers ison Mondays, 6-8 p.m., and Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-12 noon,and for the band and singers on Wednesdays from 1-3 p.m.Call Lois Lindstrom at 586-3776 for more information. Forinformation on the annual Razzle Dazzle Show (performanc-es in July), please call the Performing Arts Theatre Box Officeat 588-3400.

Senior Citizens Advisory CommissionDo you have concerns that affect seniors living in RohnertPark? Do you want your voice heard? Then come to theSenior Advisory Commission meetings at the Senior Center.There are three meetings scheduled each year. For moreinformation, call the Senior Center at 585-6780.

H.I.C.A.P. – Health InsurancCounseling & Advococy ProgramA H.I.C.A.P. counselor is available, by appointment only, tohelp with Medicare, health insurance and other concerns freeof charge. Call 1-800-434-0222 to make an appointment.

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Volunteer OpportunitiesAt the Senior Center, we love our volunteers and are alwayslooking for more help with our programs and activities. If youare interested in teaching a class, leading a group, helpingout with the front desk, driving our vans, being a host or host-ess in our Drop-In Center, becoming a member of the BakingCommittee, joining our Support Committee or just about any-thing else, please let us know! Stop by or call 585-6780.

Advance-Of-Need PlanningIf you are asking yourself…What are my choices? How can I choose wisely? Who will help me when I can no longer speak for myself? Well, here is your answer: JuneWohlgethan, Community Outreach Specialist from the not-for-profit Santa Rosa Memorial Park. Call 585-7845 to set up a private session with her. There are no obligationsand no charges.

Free Hearing ScreeningDan Auble, from Personal Hearing Solutions in Petaluma, will be at the Senior Center the second Monday of eachmonth from 10 a.m. to noon. Call 585-6780 to set up your appointment.

Tax ClinicThe clinic is open to all ages. Volunteers are available to provide free tax information to Rohnert Park residents of allages to answer letters from Internal Revenue Service and the Franchise Tax Board at the Tax Clinic held every Friday,from 9 a.m. to 12 noon at the Senior Center, 6800 HunterDrive, Suite A. Past due tax returns can be prepared andamended when required, but many tax situations can beanswered with a simple letter or phone call to the taxingagencies. Let our retired tax people help you.

The following classes are held at the Rohnert Park Senior Center, 6800 Hunter Drive, Suite A.ONGOING ADULT

CLASSES

Computer LabMondays, Tuesdays 10 a.m. to 12 noonAll levels are welcome (limit eight participants per hour).Instructors are on site to answer your questions. Pre-regis-tration is required. Donations greatly appreciated.

Art ClassThursdays 1:00-3:30 p.m. Instructor: Sasha Pepper(Santa Rosa Junior College Instructor). Now taking newstudents.

Line DancingTuesdays, 9-10:30 a.m. IntermediateWednesdays, 9-10:30 a.m. (Beginners: 9:00 a.m.-9:30a.m.)Have fun with no-partner dancing. Learn new steps anddances. Our goal is fun, fun and more fun! Fee $2.00.

Creative Writing Class2nd and 4th Thursday of each month from 2:00pm –3:30pm New students are encouraged to join this class whereyour life’s stories are the focus.

Exercise ClassTues. and Thurs. from 10:30-11:45 a.m. Exercise withPaula Frieders (SRJC)

Core & Stretch Thursdays at 12:15p-1:15p This class is for those who liketo do floor exercises. You MUST be able to get down andup from the floor on your own. Don’t forget to bring yourown mat. No fee. (SRJC)

Annee’s ExerciseThursdays at 8:45a Low impact, flexibility, strength andbalance. Join Annee in a fun filled workout with greatmusic and energy! No fee. (SRJC)

Tai ChiMondays & Thursdays 2:30-4p Enjoy relaxation andexercise through Tai Chi with Joanne. No fee. (SRJC)

Zumba GoldWednesdays at 11:00a Zumba Gold is a fun, easy to fol-low, Latin-inspired, dance-fitness program designed forthe active older adult. Zumba Gold gets your whole bodymoving to the rhythms of merengue, cha cha, salsa, fla-menco and more. Zumba Gold was developed by the cre-ators of the original Zumba program and is also suitablefor beginners to Zumba or those who have not exercisedin a long time. Now everyone can join the Zumba FitnessParty! Please wear clothing and shoes suitable for exer-cise. $3 per class.

Spanish Classes Join us for Spanish classes every Wednesday and Fridayat 2:00 p.m. There is a one-time registration fee of $5.00for residents/$6.50 for non-residents. (Registration feeswill be used for the purpose of purchasing materials forclass instruction.) Class fee is $1 per person, per hour.

TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly)The Center is happy to announce the TOPS organizationsponsors a chapter at the Senior Center on Thursdaysfrom 9:00-10:30 a.m. People come to TOPS to loseweight. Once a week meetings provide accountability andcamaraderie. Drive and energy inside a group of like-minded individuals inspires and motivates. Inner strengththat fosters long-term change is developed and nurtured.TOPS meetings supercharge! Membership in TOPS isonly $24 annually! Please call 585-6780 to sign-up forthe class. For additional information on TOPS…visit theirwebsite at www.tops.org.

Duplicate Bridge Join us on Thursdays from 12:15-4:00 p.m. at the Senior Center. Low key, friendly play! Contact Nancy at 878-9340

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Outdoor Book Club6-class meetings Kim Lenz and Alana GaitanCommunity Center Grass

Want to keep your brain bright over summer break? Give your gam-ing thumb muscles a break and hang with friends at the same time!We are two local teachers hosting a non-intensive book club. Wewill use our time to relax and enjoy summer fiction reading and con-versation in the sunshine. After enrollment you’ll be contacted todetermine book choice for the group. Bring a beach chair or towel,and if you wish, a lunch. Snack will be provided.

Please meet in the Community Center lobby on the first day of class.To allow time to contact everyone and order the books, please regis-ter at least 2 weeks prior to the first class meeting.

$117 per session (Discounted Rohnert Park resident fee $110) plusa $17 materials fee paid to the instructor on the first day of class.

11 a.m.-1 p.m., Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday

(1) Ages 12-13Course #12021: June 21-June 30 – Sign up by June 7

(2) Ages 11-12Course #12022: July 12-July 21 – Sign up by June 28

(3) Ages 13-14Course #12023: July 26-Aug. 4 – Sign up by July 12

Quick-Start Writing WorkshopAges 18+ Pat Tyler4 weeks Community Center Conference Room

Take a journey of self-exploration that's fun and inspiring. Write inresponse to thought-provoking prompts. Your thoughts may evolveinto poems, memoirs, essays, short stories, novels - or remain treas-ured just as they are. Your writing will not be judged or critiqued.Read it, or not. You're the boss. Share the powerful energy of fellowwriters writing together in this safe, fun, creative, and supportiveenvironment. Your writing and your wishes will be honored. Bring apen, some paper to write on, and a friend. Enroll now. You'll beglad you did!

Writing coach, Pat Tyler has been published in newspapers, antholo-gies, and magazines across the country. However in these work-shops, Pat will not be Teacher. She will be colleague, confidante,cheerleader, and friend. For more information, visit Pat’s website:www.writetoday.net. If you have questions, you can contact Pat at696-9640 or e-mail [email protected].

$55 (Discounted Rohnert Park resident fee $48)

Course #12037: 9:30-11:30 a.m., Thursdays, May 5-26

Chess for KidsCHESS FOR KIDS offers chess instruction within schools throughout Sonoma County and on Friday Evenings in Rohnert Park! All agesand skill levels are welcome. Please visit our website at www.chessclubforkids.com for information or call 527-6427.

CHESS FOR KIDS, Inc. is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing chess to as many young people as possible in Sonoma County.

S E N I O R C E N T E R S P E C I A L E V E N T S(The following events take place at the Senior Center, 6800 Hunter Drive, Suite A, unless otherwise

noted.) For further information on any of the events, please call 585-6780.

SUMMER CHOIR CONCERTPlease join us Sunday, June 12, 2011 from 2:00PM-3:30PMfor a refreshing Summer Choir Concert. Light refreshmentsand raffle. Tickets $5 at the door. All proceeds to benefitthe Senior Center.

PANCAKE BREAKFASTPlease join us for our Annual Pancake Breakfast put on bythe RP POA on Saturday, August 20, 2011 at 8AM-10:00AM. Enjoy yummy pancakes, eggs, sausage, orange juiceand coffee! Advance tickets $5 and $7 at the door. All pro-ceeds to benefit the Senior Center.


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Tea for TotsAges 3-4 1 day classMindy Wright Community Center Kitchen

Come and join our little tea party for preschoolers and their moms,just in time for Mother’s Day. We’ll start in the kitchen baking thefare for our tea party, and then enjoy our tea together for lunch.We’ll even have a present for our moms to take home. (This is aparent participation class, with a ratio of 1 child to 1 parent.)

$27 (Discounted Rohnert Park resident fee $20) plus a $10 supplyfee paid directly to the instructor at the class.

Course #12024: 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 3

Summer DessertsAges 5-9 1 day classMindy Wright Community Center Kitchen

Fresh fruit will be the star of each of these desserts for our summerbaking class. We’ll be making Peach Crisp, Blackberry Smoothiesand Strawberry Shortcakes.

$32 (Discounted Rohnert Park resident fee $25) plus a $10 supplyfee paid directly to the instructor at the class.

Course #12025: 10 a.m.-12 p.m., Friday, July 8

Teen Babysitting Ages: 12-15 2-daysThe HealthSource Staff Community Center Meeting Room #3

This 2-day teen babysitting class is being offered by TheHealthSource which is an authorized training center of the AmericanHeart Association. Day 1 will include CPR training through theAHA. Teens will be trained in infant, child and adult CPR and chok-ing skills and will receive an American Heart Association CPR card.On day 2, teens will learn how to interview for a job; sitter safety;child safety; set up a business like a real business; infant and childages and stages; simple first aid; and appropriate discipline, dia-pering, feeding, burping, dressing, etc.

Please bring a lunch, drink and snacks both days. A $20 materialsfee will be collected by the instructor for a course manual, teenbabysitting book, and CPR Barner device.

$85 (Discounted Rohnert Park resident fee $78) plus a $20 materi-als fee paid directly to the instructor at the class

(1) Course #12026: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Monday & Tuesday, June 20 & 21

(2) Course #12027: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Thursday and Friday, July 21 & 22

CPR$66 per session (Discounted Rohnert Park resident fee $59)

9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Saturday

(1) Course #11834: April 23

(2) Course #12028: June 11

(3) Course #12029: July 9

(4) Course #12030: Aug. 20

First Aid$66 per session (Discounted Rohnert Park resident fee $59)

1:00-4:30 p.m., Saturday

(1) Course #11837: April 23

(2) Course #12031: June 11

(3) Course #12032: July 9

(4) Course #12033: Aug. 20

CPR and First Aid$117 per session (Discounted Rohnert Park resident fee $110) 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Saturday

(1) Course #11840: April 23 (3) Course #12035: July 9

(2) Course #12034: June 11 (4) Course #12036: Aug. 20

Workforce CPR & First AidAges: 15-Adult 1-day sessions The HealthSource Staff Community Center Meeting Room #3

In this 7 hour course, students will be trained in adult, infant and child CPR as well as practice choke saving skills, plus defibrillator (AED)training. The HealthSource is an American Heart Association training center providing the gold standard of training.

The First Aid training will look at sudden illnesses and injuries and learn the steps to take to prevent the individual from worsening whilewaiting for advanced care. In many cases advanced care will be unnecessary due to the proper actions of the first responder. The class isdesigned for employee training who's duty is to respond to first aid emergencies or regulatory requirements - teachers, camp counselors,parents, grandparents, drivers, construction workers, landscape workers, winery and vineyard personnel, bystanders, and individualswho want the training for the knowledge.

Internet Driver’s EducationAges: 14-18 All Good Drivers Education

Driver education is a California required course for teens to receive adriver’s license. It is the first step that must be taken so the teen canreceive a driver’s permit. The course includes much parental involvementand is fun, interactive and educational. Coursework can be completed atany time of the day or night. Students may choose from an internetcourse or a home study course. (For the home study course, add $15shipping and handling.) DMV-accepted completion certificates will beissued upon successful completion of the course. The class does NOTinclude behind-the-wheel driving. E-mail address must be included withregistration. Within 10 business days after registration, participants willbe contacted via email by All Good Drivers to set up your course. Youcan register at any time during the month.

AllGoodDrivers.com was created by licensed driving instructors withthousands of hours teaching classroom driver education courses, behindthe wheel courses, and traffic violator courses. Our mission is to make allnew drivers, good drivers, through a quality driver’s education. We hopeto see new drivers obtain their driver’s licenses with simplicity, knowledgeand the confidence that it takes to be a safe driver on today’s roadways.


(1) Course #12038: May

(2) Course #12039: June

(3) Course #12040: July

(4) Course #12041: August

Tax-Aide for All AgesOur Senior Center’s tax service is available all year on Friday mornings.

For help or more information please call 707-585-6788. Membership inAARP is not required.


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Sweet Pea Gift Shoppe

The Best Kept Secret in Rohnert Park

The SweetPea Gift Shoppe is a cornucopiaof handcrafted treasures by local SonomaCounty Crafters. If you are looking for thatunique one of a kind gift for yourself orsomeone special, this is the place to shop. We have a little bit of everything for anyage: beautiful baby items, jewelry, wood-work, ceramics, floral designs, quilts,afghans and much, much more! New itemsarriving daily. Quality craftsmanship andeverything is reasonably priced.

This is a non-profit organization, benefitting Sonoma County Seniors.

Located at the Senior Center

6800 Hunter Drive, Rohnert Park. We’re open Monday through Friday

from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m

Our phone number is 586-6786.

Rohnert Park Community ChoraleThe Rohnert Park Community Chorale, a very talented and friendly singing group, is now in its 24th year under the direction of Margot Godolphin. Experienced adultsingers of all ages in all voice parts (soprano, alto, tenor, and bass) are invited tojoin the chorale at the beginning of each music season (Spring-February or Fall-September). Rehearsals are held each Wednesday evening from 7-9 p.m. at theSenior Center, 6800 Hunter Drive. Music varies from light classics to folk, jazz andshow tunes. Contact Margot at 795-7276 for information about joining the Chorale.

Community BandThis group of musicians from the community and surrounding areasmeets once a week on Monday nights at 7:30 p.m. at Burton AvenueRecreation Center, 7421 Burton Avenue, to rehearse and perform stan-dard concert band literature including marches, show tunes, and otherpopular music transcribed for concert band. There is no charge for theband, but you must have your own instrument and music stand.

The band is composed of experienced high school and adult musicianswishing to play in a relaxed and friendly environment while maintain-ing a high expectation for quality performance and presentation. Formore information, please call Gary Young at 585-7550.

S P O R T S a n d M A R T I A L A R T S

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Little Hoopers – Basketball BasicsAges: 2-4 Myriah Volk and Jessica BullSports & Fitness Center Gymnasium

Little Hoopers is a non-competitive basketball class for children ages 2to 4 years. Created by two former college players who are now moth-ers of preschoolers, this fun-filled ‘game time’ is committed to thephysical and social development of young children through basketball.Learn to dribble, pass, shoot, and even slam-dunk a basketball at LittleHoopers!

$8 per visit or 2 children for $12

Or

purchase a Bounce Pass – 4 classes for $30

10:30-11:15 a.m., Mondays, May 2-August 29 and

3:00-3:45 p.m., Sundays, May 1-August 28

Fencing for KidsAges: 7-12 3-week sessionsJim Liebich, En Garde Fencing Community Center Multi-Use Room

For hundreds of years fencing has captured the imagination of gener-ation after generation of young people. Who hasn't imagined them-selves with sword in hand, fending off hordes of enemies with a quickand daring blade? Fencing for Kids is an introduction to the fine sportof fencing. With an emphasis on fun, kids learn the basics of fencing:discipline, respect, honor and the importance of physical fitness. Noexperience is necessary, and all the equipment is provided.


Course #11795: 4-5 p.m., Mondays, April 11-25

Junior Golf ClassesAges: 8-17 4-day sessionsJohn Murray and Mike CatanesiFoxtail Golf Club Driving Range, 100 Golf Course Drive

Foxtail Golf Resort is offering beginning golf lessons which will coverthe basic fundamentals of the golf swing including grip, stance, fullswing, short game, putting and etiquette. Clubs and practice balls areprovided.


12-1 p.m., Monday through Thursday

(1) Course #12042: June 27-30

(2) Course #12043: July 18-21


Beginning Adult GolfAges: 18+ 5 weeksJohn MurrayFoxtail Golf Club Driving Range, 100 Golf Course Drive

John Murray from Foxtail Golf Club is offering beginning lessons start-ing with etiquette on the golf course, golf clubs, and fundamentals ofthe golf swing including lessons on putting, chipping sand, irons andwoods. Clubs are provided or bring your own.


5-6 p.m., Mondays

Course #12045: May 2-June 6 – No class 5/30


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Ages 4-6$57 per session (Discounted R.P. resident fee $50)

3:30-4:00 p.m., Tuesdays


(2) Course #12047: July 12-Aug. 9


4-5 p.m., Tuesdays


(2) Course #12049: July 12-Aug. 9


5-6 p.m., Tuesdays


(2) Course #12051: July 12-Aug. 9

Youth & Adult Tennis Program Classes for All AgesAges: 4-Adult 5-week sessions Harvey Bell Magnolia Park Tennis Courts 3 & 4 1401 Middlebrook Way

Learn to play tennis in an easy and effective way. Five weeks of fun exercises, unique drills, and games and that will keep you movingand smiling. Basic strokes for beginners are forehand, backhand, volley and serve (for most ages). Overheads, lobs, drops, spin, netplay, and strategy are added as players advance. No experience necessary for beginners. Loaner Racquets are available. Rain-outs (ifany) will be made up. For more information, e-mail instructor, Harvey Bell at [email protected] or call 707-795-0650.

Adult Beginners, Ages 16+$67 per session (Discounted R.P. resident fee $60)

6-7 p.m., Tuesdays


(2) Course #12053: July 12-Aug. 9

Adult Intermediates, Ages 16+This class is for adults who are able to rally, serve and play fullcourt. Participants will improve their skills with drills and exercis-es, plus strategies and playing doubles and/or singles games –not for beginners.


7-8 p.m., Tuesdays


(2) Course #12055: July 12-Aug. 9

Leagues Night of Play Location StartsA Tuesday Magnolia Park/2 June 7B Friday Magnolia Park/1 June 10C Friday Magnolia Park/2 June 10

Coed 2 Wednesday Magnolia Park/2 June 8Coed 3 Wednesday Sunrise June 8

Leagues Night of Play Location StartsB Tuesday Sunrise Park August 16C Wednesday Sunrise Park August 17

Coed 2 Thursday Sunrise Park August 18

PRACTICE FIELD RESERVATIONSSoftball fields cannot be reserved for practice and/or individual use, but may be used on a first come-first served basis. Please notethat most softball fields are reserved for league play (youth and adults) and are not available for public use during certain times.

ADULT SOFTBALL SUMMER AND FALL 2011Men’s Slowpitch and Coed Slowpitch Leagues

The 2011 Softball Summer and Fall Leagues consist of seven teams per league, playing a round robin schedule with three teams competing in the playoffs. Games are played at Magnolia and Sunrise Parks. League fees for Men’s and Coed Slowpitch are $350.00per season. A non-resident fee of $10.00 per player will be charged for each non-Rohnert Park resident. Proof of residency must beshown at the time a team registers. All leagues are proposed leagues only, and may be combined if there are not enough teams to forma league. Game times are 6:30 p.m., 7:45 p.m., and 9:00 p.m. Please download your packet online at www.rpcity.org after March 1.For more information call the Sports & Fitness Center at (707) 588-3488.

The registration desk is open from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 4 pm-8 pm.Rosters will only be accepted during those hours.

Summer Leagues Registration April 18 through May 13 Fall Leagues Registration: July 11 through July 29Summer Manager’s Meeting :May 26th Fall Manager’s Meeting: August 11th

SUMMER

FALL


Fun for the whole family including...

FREE ADMISSIONRohnert Park Community Center Complex

Crafts 10am-6pm Music 10am-8pm

Artists/CraftersBeer and Wine

Delicious Local FoodIndoor and Outdoor Live Music

Kids Play Area

��Crafts Vendor

Booths only $50!

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May 1st)

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Lil’ Dragons KarateAges 4-7Community Center Meeting Room #3 (Wednesdays) andSports & Fitness Center Activity Room (Fridays)

Little Dragons Karate is a class for 4-7 year olds that teaches disci-pline, self-control, and respect through the time-honored traditions ofMartial Arts that will help them in everything they do. We all wantthe best for our kids. Encourage your child to study martial arts andstay with it - it is one of the best things they can ever do!

$87 per month (Discounted R.P. resident fee $80) plus a one-timeuniform fee of $29.99 paid directly to the instructor

6:00-6:30 p.m., Wednesdays & Fridays

(1) Course #12072: May 4-27

(2) Course #12073: June 1-29

(3) Course #12074: July 1-29


Dragons KarateAges 7-12 Sports and Fitness Center Activity Room

Dragons Karate designed especially for older children age 7-12+years. By learning Karate, your child will become far above aver-age in coordination, respect, and self-discipline. Karate will teachthem to work hard, and to believe in themselves. They will have realaccomplishments and this will build great self-respect.


5:45-6:30 p.m., Tuesdays & Thursdays

(1) Course #12076: May 3-31

(2) Course #12077: June 2-30

(3) Course #12078: July 5-28


Mart ia l Ar ts Academy C lasses1-month sessions Tony Johnson

Martial Arts Academy has Karate classes for children, and many options for adults: Kickboxing (both a Women’s Only and a Co-EdConditioning Class), Okinawan Karate, Shaolin Kung Fu, Tai Chi Chuan, and Japanese Swordsmanship. All the classes are taught bySensei Tony Johnson, an experienced and dynamic instructor. For more information, please see www.m-a-academy.com. You may write [email protected] or call (707) 364-6478. Family discounts are available. Please talk to the instructor for details.

KarateAges: 12 through adultCommunity Center Meeting Room #3 (Wednesdays) andSports & Fitness Center Activity Room (Fridays)

Karate can help people of all ages build their self-confidencethrough building their strength, power, stamina, coordination, andmemory. Karate is a way to greater personal power through sweatand hard work. The original Karate from Okinawa that Tony teach-es is for real world, practical self-defense.



(1) Course #12080: May 4-27

(2) Course #12081: June 1-29

(3) Course #12082: July 1-29


Women’s Self-Defense WorkshopAges: 10 through adult Sports & Fitness Center Activity Room

This class is a two-hour introduction to the concepts of self-defense.This is a practical class, not just theory, and very hands-on. Youwill learn the proper mindset for survival during a violent confronta-tion. If you have ever had any interest in martial arts or learningself-defense, this is perfect for your first exposure, and excellenteven for the experienced. Your instructor is Sensei Tony Johnson,an experienced Martial Arts Instructor.


12:30-2:30 p.m., Sundays(1) Course #12104: May 22(2) Course #12105: July 24

Women’s Kickboxing ConditioningAges 13 through adultCommunity Center Meeting Room #3 (Wednesdays) and Sports & Fitness Center Activity Room (Fridays)

This ladies only class will get you in great shape! The classincludes aerobic conditioning, anaerobic conditioning, and muscletoning all in one workout. Your instructor is Tony Johnson, an expe-rienced martial arts instructor who will help you get into the bestshape of your life!

$57 per month (Discounted R.P. resident fee $50) plus a one-timematerials fee of $29.95 paid directly to the instructor


(1) Course #12092: May 4-27

(2) Course #12093: June 1-29

(3) Course #12094: July 1-29


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AikidoAges 18+ 1-month sessions Pete Breeland Sports & Fitness Center Activity Room

Aikido is a traditional Japanese martial art. This class will study basic and flowing exercises with the wooden sword (bokken) and 5 foot staff(Jo). The Founder's desire that Aikido teach harmonious blending rather than conflict is emphasized in this class. We will explore the bodymovement consistent with empty-handed aikido. All skill levels are welcome. No uniform or dogi is required. The instructor, Pete Breeland, withover 30 years of experience with Aiki buki-waza (Aiki weapons techniques), is ranked at 5th dan. Please contact the instructor at [email protected] or 477-9158 with questions.

$37 per month (Discounted R.P. resident fee $30)

Drop-in fee is $4 per visit for R.P. residents/$5 non-residents paid directly to the instructor 7-8 a.m., Tuesdays & Thursdays

(1) Course #12106: May 3-31 (3) Course #12108: July 5-28

(2) Course #12107: June 2-30 (4) Course #12109: August 2-30

Co-ed Kickboxing ConditioningAges: 13 through adult Sports & Fitness Center Activity Room

This class will get you in great shape! Do all the real training nec-essary to get into fighting condition. This class is designed to giveyou an aerobic conditioning, anaerobic conditioning, and musclebuilding all in one workout. Your instructor is Tony Johnson, anexperienced martial arts instructor who will help you get into thebest shape of your life!



(1) Course #12088: May 3-31

(2) Course #12089: June 2-30

(3) Course #12090: July 5-28


Kung FuAges: 12 through adult Sports & Fitness Center Activity Room

This class teaches Seven Star Praying Mantis, a Northern Style fromShandong province in China. This is an exciting and dynamicstyle. It is fun and challenging to perform, and the training is espe-cially rigorous. Training is self-paced so beginners are welcome,but even the experienced will be challenged.

$107 per month (Discounted R.P. resident fee $100) plus a one-time uniform fee of $39.95 paid directly to the instructor


(1) Course #12084: May 3-31

(2) Course #12085: June 2-30

(3) Course #12086: July 5-28


Yang Style Tai Chi ChuanAges: 12 through adult Sports & Fitness Center Activity Room

Tai Chi Chuan is widely practiced by seniors and young peoplealike. Tai Chi Chuan is the perfect add-on for anyone from anymovement discipline. Tai Chi Chuan is practiced by professionalsports athletes, dancers, gymnasts, and people just like you. Thisclass is safe for all ages and does not require any special coordina-tion or skill. Tai Chi Chuan will help you become more aware ofyour body, and develop balance and smooth, natural movement.


9-10 a.m., Sundays

(1) Course #12096: May 1-29

(2) Course #12097: June 5-26

(3) Course #12098: July 3-31


Japanese SwordsmanshipAges: 12 through adult Sports & Fitness Center Activity Room

Tony is pleased to offer a combined Japanese Swordsmanship class(Iaido, Kendo, and Kenjutsu) in Rohnert Park. Swordsmanship is agreat way to get a vigorous workout and work on perfecting finemotor movements. Equally suited to those new to martial arts andexperienced students from other disciplines. The group class willconsist of both solo forms (iaido) and combative exercises (kendo &kenjutsu). Advanced students will be invited to participate in specialtraining cutting targets with real, sharp swords (batto-do).

$57 per month (Discounted R.P. resident fee $50) plus a one-timeuniform and sword fee of $39.99 paid directly to the instructor

10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m., Sundays

(1) Course #12100: May 1-29

(2) Course #12101: June 5-26

(3) Course #12102: July 3-31


Mart ia l Ar ts Academy C lasses1-month sessions Tony Johnson



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Beginning Tennis for JuniorsAges: 8-17 3-week ses-sionsLuke Chiurco Dorotea Park Tennis Courts

895 Santa Dorotea Circle

Basic tennis strokes will be covered in this class. Forehand,backhand, and the serve will be the main emphasis of the class.Scoring and singles play will also be covered.

Students must provide their own tennis racquet and should wearwhite-soled tennis shoes.

NOTE: All rain-outs will be made up.


3:30-4:30 p.m., Mondays

(1) Course #12058: May 2-16

(2) Course #12056: June 6-20

(3) Course #12057: July 11-25

(4) Course #12060: Aug. 8-22

Intermediate Tennis for JuniorsAges: 8-17 3-week sessionsLuke Chiurco Dorotea Park Tennis Courts


Students must have had some prior playing and lesson experi-ence. Strokes covered include forehand, backhand, volleys,overheads, and serving. Match play strategy will also be cov-ered.

Students must provide their own tennis racquet and should wearwhite-soled tennis shoes.



4:30-5:30 p.m., Mondays

(1) Course #12061: May 2-16

(2) Course #12062: June 6-20

(3) Course #12063: July 11-25

(4) Course #12059: Aug. 8-22

Beginning Tennis for AdultsAges: 18+ 13-week sessionsLuke Chiurco Dorotea Park Tennis Courts

895 Santa Dorotea CircleThe basic strokes will be covered. Forehand, backhand, andthe serve are the main emphasis of the class. Scoring and sin-gles play will also be covered. Participants must provide theirown tennis racquet and should wear white-soled tennisshoes.NOTE: All rain-outs will be made up.


5:30-6:45 p.m., Mondays

(1) Course #12064: May 2-16

(2) Course #12065: June 6-20

(3) Course #12066: July 11-25

(4) Course #12067: Aug. 8-22

Intermediate/Advanced Tennisfor Adults

Ages: 18+ 13-week sessionsLuke Chiurco Dorotea Park Tennis Courts


For intermediate to advanced ability levels who have had someprior instruction or experience with tennis lessons. All strokeswill be covered as well as points on strategy.

Participants must have had some prior instruction, provide theirown tennis racquet and should wear white-soled tennis shoes.



6:45-8:00 p.m., Mondays

(1) Course #12068: May 2-16

(2) Course #12069: June 6-20

(3) Course #12070: July 11-25

(4) Course #12071: Aug. 8-22

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RENTALS

Here is the perfect facility for wedding receptions, meetings, club functions, seminars. Conveniently locatedjust a few blocks from Highway 101, the CommunityCenter has a multitude of rooms and meeting areas.Our Multi-Use Room can accommodate 350 people fordinner with a service bar located inside the room. The large well-designed kitchen has commercial ovens,stove and grill top, complete refrigeration and dish-washing facilities, large counter tops and tablesfor food preparation. The kitchen alsocomes with dishware and silverwarefor 300. We have a new outdoor weddingarea available for rent with thereception hall. Ample restroomfacilities, patio area and largelandscaped lawn areas completethe package.

COM M U N I T Y C E NT E R 5401 Snyder Lane

SENIOR CENTER6800 Hunter Drive, Suite A

The Rohnert Park Senior Center accepts applications for use of the facility. A large activity room, with built-in P.A. system, and a smaller dining room are available weekdays after 4:00 p.m. and on weekends.

For more information call 585-6780 Monday-Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

BURTON AVENUE RECREATION CENTER7421 Burton Avenue

Burton Avenue Recreation Center is a great locationfor weddings, birthday and anniversary parties. The building holds a maximum of 200 people.The center boasts a large main hall, full kitchen,glassed veranda area, and back lawn area.

RECREATION CENTER RENTALSThe City of Rohnert Park offers reservations for large and small groups at the Community Center,Burton Avenue Recreation Center and the Senior Center. Reservations are accepted up to one year inadvance. A rental guide is available with detailed information on each of the rooms, rental policiesand procedures and a fee schedule. For information on the Community Center or Burton AvenueRecreation Center, call 588-3456 any weekday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., or for informationon the Rohnert Park Senior Center, please call 585-6780, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

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R E G I S T R A T I O N I N F O R M A T I O N

City of Rohnert Park,

Community Services

5401 Snyder Lane

Rohnert Park, CA 94928

WE ACCEPT VISA & MASTERCARD

1. Complete the “Customer’s Record” form. Remember to include all family membersand sign back of form.

2. Fill out the registration form with your class or program selections and mail, faxor hand-deliver with your “Customer’s Record” form.

3. Once your customer record is on file with us, you can just call or come in withyour program selections.

HAND DELIVERY FAX

YOU CAN REGISTER FOR CLASSES BY.....

(707)588-3456

(707)588-3444

PHONE MAIL INTERNET

Please Send Your

Form & Fees to

RecEnroll On-Line Registration VISIT US AT...rpcommuni tyserv ices .org

Community Services is proud to offer our on-line registration program, “RecEnroll”. All youneed is a Client and PIN Number and a valid VISA or MasterCard. RecEnroll can be accessed 24hours a day, seven days a week. The system is secure and all personal information is encryptedand never stored on city computers. Personal information is only used for department transactions and never shared with anyone.If you are a previous participant in our programs, you already have approved access to RecEnroll. All you need is your Client Number and PIN. You can request your numbers by send-ing an e-mail to [email protected] or calling (707) 588-3456 during normal business hours. If you have never participated in our programs, or are returning after a three year or more absence, you may request an account on-line. Just go to the RecEnroll Websiteat www.rpcity.org, click on the RecEnroll link. Once there, click on the MY ACCOUNT tab andREQUEST NEW ACCOUNT. Enter the required fields and your Client Number and PIN will be sent toyou on the next business day.

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PHONE

FAX

rpcommunityservices.org

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P lease Fo l l ow. . . the r eg i s t ra t i on i n f o rma t i on ca re fu l l y !

PaymentsThe Community Services Department accepts Visa or MasterCard, money orders, cash or checks in payment for classes, buildingrentals and memberships.

Non-resident Fee There is a non-resident fee of $7.00 per person per class for all individuals residing outside the City of Rohnert Park who wish to enroll in programs or classes. The fee can differ for some programs.

CancellationRegister early! Classes will be cancelled 24 hours prior to the first class meeting if they do not have the minimum number ofstudents required.

RefundsCustomers desiring a refund due to a change of schedule, illness, unable to attend or change of mind onregistering for the activity, can receive a pro-rated refund if requested before 1/2 of the activity meetings have taken place. A $5 processing fee will be deducted from your refund. If the Community Services Department cancels or changes an activity, an appropriate refund will be issued for the unused portion of the activity. (The processing fee and process is differentfor summer camps and senior citizen trips. Please see program registration information.) Refunds will be mailed within 10-14working days of the request. Your satisfaction is our goal!

Satisfaction Guaranteed or Your Money Back!Yes, you’ve heard this claim before, but not often from government! We are socommitted to excellent service that we guarantee your satisfaction, or your moneyback! If you are dissatisfied with your program or service before the program ishalf over, just notify our office, and we will give you your money back for anyunused balance of the program or service, with the invitation to try us again. Yourinput is valuable to us as we strive to make these programs and services as enjoy-able and effective as possible for you and your family. We want you to know yourdollar is well spent with us and that we’ll take care of you! (Policy does not coverteam sports and is different for senior citizen trips)

Registration for

all Summer classes

begins

March 21, 2011


We Don’t Like To Cancel Classes...

But sometimes it is necessarybefore the first meeting

when pre-enrollments are low. Your registration might be

the one that enables the class to be held.

Please pre-register at least 2days before the class begins.

When filling out the form to register by mail or Fax, the liability waiver must be signed. Failure to do so will delayprocessing of your registration. Please help us by following the registration instructions. If you have questions or

would like more information, call the Community Services Department at 588-3456.

•••••••••••• PHOTO NOTIFICATION ••••••••••••The department reserves the right to photograph facilities, activities and program participants for potential promotionaluse. All photos will remain the property of the Community Services department and may be used for publicity or promotion purposes only. If you or anyone in your family should not be photographed, contact the Community ServicesDepartment, 588-3456.



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Payment Method:

Payment by Check or money order made payable to “ City of Rohnert Park” or by Visa or Master Card (see below), Cash or walk-in registration.

Check Cash Visa or Master Card

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Signature___________________________________________________________

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_________________________________________________________________________________If you wish to make a donation to our scholarship program, please add $1or more to your registration total. $1_________________________________________________________________________________

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Account Name ____________________________________________________________________________________________

Phone ____________________________________________________________________________________________________

A current “Customer’s Record” form must be on file prior to completing this form

City of Rohnert Park, Community Services Department 5401 Snyder Lane Rohnert Park, CA 94928

(707)588-3456 FAX (707)588-3444

For confirmation of registration, please include a self-addressed, stamped envelope

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Account Name:__________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Address: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________

City Zip__________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Home Phone: Work Phone:__________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Cell Phone: e-mail: __________________________________________________________________________________________________________

FAMILY INFORMATION LIST_______________________________________________________________________________

First/Last Name Date of Birth M/F Grade (IF APPLIES)_______________________________________________________________________________

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EMERGENCY INFORMATION_______________________________________________________________________________Person other than yourself to notify in case of emergency. Name: Phone:__________________________________________________________________________________________________________

MEDICAL INFORMATION__________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Family Physician: Phone:__________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Medical Insurance Carrier: Policy/Card#__________________________________________________________________________________________________________

City of Rohnert Park Community Services Department 5401 Snyder Lane Rohnert Park, CA 94928(707)588-3456 FAX (707)588-3444

OVER - SIGNATURE REQUIRED ON BACK OF FORM

C U STOM E R ’ S R E CO R D

REGISTRATION POLICYAll families registering by mail, fax or in person must complete a "Customer's Record" form which will provide all the necessary information neededfor registering for Community Services Department classes and programs throughout the year. This form will be entered into the registration systemand kept on file, saving our valuable customers the hassle of having to provide this information every time they register for a class.



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LIABILITY RELEASE:In consideration of the acceptance of my application for any Community Services Department classes/activities, I hereby waive, release, and discharge any and all claims for damages for death, personal injury or property damage which I may have, or which may hereafter accrue to me, as a result of participation in said event.This release is intended to discharge in advance the City of Rohnert Park, its officers, employees or agents from liability, unless the cause of the accident/loss is the sole negligence of the city, its officers, employees or agents. It is understood that some recreational activities involve an element of risk or danger of accidents, and knowing thoserisks, I hereby assume those risks. It is further understood and agreed that this waiver, release and assumption of risk is to be binding on my heirs and assigns.

PARENTAL CONSENT:(To be completed for applicants under 18 years of age)

I give my consent for my son/daughter _____________________________________, to participate in CommunityServices Department classes/activities, and I execute the above liability release on his/her behalf.

CONSENT TO TREAT:I hereby give my consent to have the above applicant treated by a physician or surgeon in case of sudden illness orinjury while participating in the above event. It is understood that the Rohnert Park Community Services DepartmentDepartment provides no medical insurance for such treatment, and that the cost thereof will be at my expense. If a personal physician is listed below, every effort will be made to contact such physician. However, the location of theactivity or the nature of the illness or injury may require the use of emergency medical personnel.

If you do not give your consent to treat and request that medical or surgical services be withheld, please initial box at left.

REFUND POLICY:

Customers desiring a refund due to a change of schedule, illness, unable to attend or change of mind on registering forthe activity, can receive a refund if requested before one half of the program and/or class meetings have taken place.Refunds will be pro-rated, and a $5 processing fee will be deducted from the refund. If the Community ServicesDepartment Department cancels or changes an activity, an appropriate refund will be issued for the unused portion ofthe activity.

READ BEFORE SIGNINGI have read and understood the foregoing liability release form, parental consent and consent to treat forms, andagree to all of their terms and conditions. I further understand that the Community Services Department Department’s“Satisfaction Guaranteed” and “Refund Policy” apply to specified Department programs, and a $5.00 fee is chargedfor refunds requested due to change of schedule, illness, unable to attend or change of mind on registering for theactivity.

Signature ______________________________________________________ Date ____/____/_____

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