City of Pasadena - HSRD Recreation Program Guide

SPRING SUMMER 19

SPRING
MARCH 4 TO APRIL 27, 2019
SUMMER I
MAY 6 TO JUNE 29, 2019
SUMMER II
JULY 1 TO AUGUST 24, 2019

RECREATION PROGRAM GUIDE

www.cityofpasadena.net/humanservices @pasadenahsr

E Bowl

APRIl 20, 2019

11am to 3pm // free admission // rose bowl stadium

2019 E Bowl Bu y u ch

Join the fun at the largest egg hunt in the region! Hop into fun at the annual Bunny Brunch! Located in
Three free egg hunts feature over 80,000 colorful the Terry Donahue Pavilion, this popular event is one
eggs lining the historic Rose Bowl Stadium field. you won’t want to miss! Enjoy a delicious breakfast,
Come for the egg hunt, but stay for the photos with the bunny, activities and a VIP egg hunt
family-friendly, fun activities planned at the Spring on the Rose Bowl Stadium field! Attendees are
Festival including face painting, food for purchase, required to purchase tickets in advance of the
arts and crafts, entertainment and much more! brunch.
Nominal fees apply for food and some attractions.
All activities will be cancelled in the event of rain.

For more information, please visit www.cityofpasadena.net/humanservices or call (626) 744-7311.

To request materials in alternative formats or other accommodations, please contact (626) 744-7311 or
[email protected]. Providing at least 72 hours advance notice will help ensure availability.

Please note the Human Services and Recreation
Department is closed on the following days in
observance of City holidays:

Memorial Day Independence Day
Monday, May 27 Thursday , July 4

MAYOR Terry Tornek ACTIVITY GUIDE
VICE MAYOR John J. Kennedy
2 Egg Bowl
CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS 4 Registration Information
District 1 Tyron Hampton 5 Special Events
District 2 Margaret McAustin 7 Spring Adventures
District 3 John J. Kennedy 8 Summer Camps
District 4 Gene Masuda 12 Summer Swim Lessons
District 5 Victor Gordo 16 Infants & Tiny Tots
District 6 Steve Madison 19 Youth
District 7 Andy Wilson 24 Youth Sports
30 La Pintoresca Teen Education Center
CITY MANAGER Steve Mermell 36 Adults
The City of Pasadena City Council meets every 41 Adaptive & Inclusive Recreation
Monday at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall Council Chambers. 44 Seniors
50 Human Services
RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION 55 Computer Labs & Wi-Fi
Aaron Milam, Chair 57 Center Locations
63 Virtual Tour Videos
Meets the first Tuesday of each month at 65 Parks After Dark
6:00 p.m. at City Yards (Public Works).
Fun!P a s s p o r t t o
HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION Youth Scholarship Program
Jacques Bolton, Chair
The City provides scholarships to eligible
Meets the second Wednesday of each month at participants ages 17 and under who live
6:00 p.m. at City Hall, Grand Coference Room. in Pasadena or attend school within the
Pasadena Unified School District. Scholarships
NORTHWEST COMMISSION are approved based on available funding,
Cindy Schnuelle, Chair the total gross family income, number of
members in the household, and guidelines
Meets the second Tuesday of each month established by the Community Development
at 6:30 p.m. at Jackie Robinson Community Center. Block Grant (CDBG) program for Housing and
other programs for individuals and families of
SENIOR COMMISSION very-low to extremely-low income. Limited
Akila Gibbs, Chair scholarship opportunities available for some
summer camps. Summer Day Camp Scholarship
Meets the second Tuesday of each month applications are being accepted from March 4
at 2:00 p.m. at Jackie Robinson Community Center. to March 15, 2019. For more information on the
Passport To Fun Youth Scholarship Program,
COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN contact (626) 744-7532 or email hsr-activenet@
Norma Estela Fernandez, Chair cityofpasadena.net

Meets the second Monday of each month at
6:30 p.m. at Jackie Robinson Community Center.

HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
Jacqueline Broxton, Chair

Meets the first Tuesday of each month
at 6:30 p.m. at Jackie Robinson Community Center.

ACCESSIBILITY AND DISABILITY COMMISSION
Martin Sweeney, Chair

Meets the fourth Tuesday of each month
at 5:30 p.m. at Jackie Robinson Community Center.

Registration Information

to register: season DATES:

ONLINE: SPRING 2019

www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve MARCH 4 TO APRIL 27, 2019
Early Bird Registration
WALK-IN: Monday, February 18, 2019

Central Park Center General Registration
37 E. Del Mar Blvd. Monday, February 25, 2019
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
(626) 744-6500 SUMMER 2019

Robinson Park Recreation Center MAY 6 TO JUNE 29, 2019
1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave. Early Bird Registration
8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Monday, April 22, 2019
(626) 744-7330
General Registration
Jackie Robinson Community Center Monday, April 29, 2019
1020 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. SUMMER II 2019
(626) 744-7300
JULY 1 TO AUGUST 24, 2019
Victory Park Recreation Center Early Bird Registration
2575 Paloma St. Monday, June 17, 2019
8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
(626) 744-7500 General Registration
Monday, June 24, 2019
Villa-Parke Community Center
363 E. Villa St.
8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
(626) 744-6530



ACTIVITY GUIDE PROGRAM KEY

ACTIVITY TITLE FPUAINNDTAINMGENTALS OF DRAWING AND
DESCRIPTION
Put your ideas on paper! Learn the fundamentals of basic
INSTRUCTOR drawing and painting in a variety of media. Explore drawing
RESIDENT/ techniques including contour, shading, perspective and
NON-RESIDENT portraiture, as well as learn the basics of painting including
FEE color mixing, brushwork, and how to use a variety of paint. Make
unique and personal works of art using pencils, charcoal, pastels,
watercolors, acrylics, inks and more. All artists welcome, no
previous experience required.

Joe Galarza Villa-Parke Community Center LOCATION
SEASON
SPRING SUMMER I SUMMER II

6-12 yrs Tu 4:00-5:30 p.m. 3/14-5/2 5/9-6/27 7/4-8/22*

Fee: $35/$70 per 8 week session

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CALIFORNIA GOLDEN GLOVES BOXING TOUR. 2.26.19 - 3.2.19

Victory Park Recreation Center
2575 Paloma St.

The California Golden Gloves is one of the most prestigious boxing tournaments
in amateur boxing. We will be featuring clubs from throughout Southern California
competing to advance to the State Championships. Entrance fees: $15 Adults,
$5 Youth and Seniors, Children 5 years old and under are free. For more
information, please call (626) 744-6530 or email hsr-activenet@cityofpasadena.
net.

YOUTH BASKETBALL CLINIC 4.6.19 9:00 a.m. S P R I N G SPECIAL EVENTS

Washington Middle School Gym
1505 Marengo Ave.

Develop basketball fundamentals and compete in 1-on-1, 3-on-3, 5-on-5, free
throw and 3-point competitions. Players learn teamwork, sportsmanship, develop
confidence in their game, and have fun! Participants will receive individualized
instruction from experienced coaches. Fee: $15 for residents, and $30 for non-res-
idents. Register online at www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve. For more information,
please call (626) 744-6530 or email [email protected].

COPA AZTLAN SOCCER TOURNAMENT 5.4.19 - 5.5.19

Rose Bowl, Area H
1001 Rose Bowl Dr.

Boys and girls, ages 6 to 18 years old, are invited to participate in this fun and
fast-paced tournament. For more information, please call (626) 744-6530 or
email [email protected].

VILLA-PARKE SEMI-ANNUAL SPRING BOXING SHOW 5.18.19 1 P.m. - 6 p.m.

Villa-Parke Community Center
363 E. Villa St.

We will be featuring some of the top male and female amateur boxers from
Southern California including our 50+ Masters Division. This semi-annual boxing
show is a great exhibition of the sport for up and coming Olympic hopefuls. $10
entrance fee, children 10 and under are free. For more information, please call
(626) 744-6530 or email [email protected].

FAMILY FUN DAY 5.25.19 11 A.m. - 3 p.m.

La Pintoresca Park
45 E. Washington Blvd.

Come out and enjoy a community celebration at La Pintoresca Park with loved
ones, friends, and neighbors at the 24th Annual Family Fun Day. Free fitness &
wellness games, arts & crafts, face painting, food, and live entertainment. For
more information, please call (626) 345-0706 or email
[email protected].

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SENIOR TALENT SHOWCASE 5.16.19 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Jackie Robinson Community Center
1020 N. Fair Oaks Ave.

Enjoy an afternoon of singing, dancing, recitals, and more as the Seniors showcase
their many talents. Sponsored by the Pasadena/Altadena Chapter of Links
Inc. For more information, please call (626) 744-7300 or email hsr-activenet@
cityofpasadena.net.

S U M M E R SPECIAL EVENTS FREE FOOTBALL SKILLS CAMP AT 6.8.19* 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
THE ROSE BOWL STADIUM

Rose Bowl, Area H
1001 Rose Bowl Dr.
The Rose Bowl Game Youth Football Clinic featuring Chad Brown and Marcus
Robertson is designed to teach fundamentals, skill development, discipline,
determination, and dedication. This free skills camp is open to boys and girls ages
5-14. All participants receive a free t-shirt and lunch is provided. *Date is subject
to change. Registration will be available online at rosebowlgameyouthclinic.
com. For more information, please call (626) 744-6530 or email hsr-activenet@
cityofpasadena.net.

JUNETEENTH FESTIVAL 6.15.19 12 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Jackie Robinson Community Center
1020 N. Fair Oaks Ave.

Come out and experience the fun and excitement as we celebrate Juneteenth
(freedoms that are sometimes taken for granted) in the City of Pasadena at the
Jackie Robinson Community Center. You will enjoy live entertainment, arts &
crafts and food vendors at this historical event. For more information, please call
(626) 744-7300 or email [email protected].

ADAPTIVE ART SHOW RECEPTION 7.6.19-8.24.19 3 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Armory Center for the Arts
145 N Raymond Ave.
Join us in celebrating the beautiful artwork produced by City of Pasadena
Adaptive Art Program artists. The work will be featured at the Armory Center
for the Arts, in the Community Room, from July 6 – August 24. Reception on
Saturday, July 20 from 3:00-5:00 PM at Armory Center for the Arts. For more
information, please call (626) 744-7500 or email hsr-activenet@cityofpasadena.
net.

CENTENNIAL SQUARE BOXING SHOW 8.23.19 7 p.m.

Pasadena City Hall - Centennial Square
100 N. Garfield Ave.

The Villa-Parke Boxing Program will be hosting a free Centennial Square Amateur
Boxing Event featuring male and female competitors ages 8 through 40 years old.
We will be featuring the top amateur competitors in Southern California as they
prepare for this Olympic qualifying year. For more information, please call (626)
744-6530 or email [email protected].

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adventures

School is out, but the fun is in! Join us for a week of fun, fast-paced activities.
high-energy fitness games, sports, enrichment activities, dance, music, cooking, and

Arts & Crafts! Meals are not provided.

Robinson Park recreation center
5-12 yrs M-F 3/18-3/22 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. $75/$150

Victory Park
5-12 yrs M-F 3/18-3/22 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. $75/$150

For more information, please call (626) 744-6500.

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EARLY-BIRD REGISTRATION

Pasadena residents & PUSD students get first pick of our popular
summer camps! Online early-bird registration begins Monday, April 8
through Saturday, April 12. Register online at www.cityofpasadena.net/
reserve.

OPEN REGISTRATION

Walk-in registration begins Monday, April 15 for Pasadena residents
and current PUSD students. General or non-resident registration begins
Tuesday, April 29. For more information, please call 744-7330.

ACCOMMODATION FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES

Please contact Ali Everett, Accessibility Issues Coordinator, at (626)
744-4782 at least one month prior to start date if your child or teen is a
person with a disability who needs accommodation.

ARROYO SECO ADVENTURE CAMP ROBINSON PARK CAMP - NEW

Brookside Park Robinson Park Recreation Center
8-12 yrs M-F 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. 6/24-8/2 $118/$177* per week 5-12 yrs M-F 7:30 am - 6:00 p.m. 6/10 - 8/2 $75/150* per week
*Field trip fees are included in registration fee. *Optional swimming lessons available for $45 per week. Most field trip
fees are included in the weekly fee.
The Arroyo Seco Adventure Camp offers opportunities
to learn about our local, natural resources in a fun and There's nothing like camp at Robinson Park! This summer
exciting way. The camp focuses on environmental camp is the ticket for a one of a kind recreational
education and outdoor adventures. Based in Brookside experience. Robinson Park Camp meets grade school
Park with regular activities in the Lower, Middle and Upper campers' need for fun, movement, and learning.
Arroyo Natural Areas. Recreational staff provide a high level program that
supports children in developing skills, independence and
Camp offers: self-confidence. Robinson Park Camp is an opportunity
• Archery for your child to make new friends, experience safe
• Art in the environment adventures, and grow this summer!
• Camp T-shirt
• Environmental lessons on the history of Arroyo Seco, Camp offers:
• New facility with air-conditioned classrooms
plants, and wildlife • Arts & crafts activities
• Hiking • Camp T-shirt
• Horseback riding • Cooking
• Leadership building through Outward Bound • Dance
• Recreational swim. Pool is on site
Adventures • Sports
• Outdoor adventures • STEM activities
• Recreational swimming • Weekly round-trip bus transportation for field trips
• Weekly round-trip bus transportation for field trips

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SUMMER Day Camps
VICTORY PARK CAMP LA PINTORESCA PARK CAMP

Victory Park Recreation Center La Pintoresca Park $50/$75*per 6 weeks
5-12 yrs M-F 7:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m. 6/10-8/2 $95/190* per week 6-12 yrs. M-F 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. 6/24-8/2
*Optional swimming lessons available for $45 per week. Most field trip *Additional fees charged for field trips.
fees are included in the weekly fee.
Have fun in the sun at this exciting high quality and outdoor
Join one of Pasadena's most popular summer camps! neighborhood camp. Fun field trips are a highlight of each
Victory Park Summer Camp is a high energy, week.
family-friendly, creative and enjoyable place for children. Camp offers:
Camp focuses on building solid relationships, learning new • Arts & crafts
skills and experiencing new adventures through different • Air-conditioned round-trip bus transportation for field trips
classes and activities. • Camp T-shirt
• Enrichment activities
Camp offers: • Fitness activities and sports instruction
• Air-conditioned classrooms • Recreational swim at Robinson Park Recreation Center Pool
• Arts & crafts, cooking, dance, fitness, music, science, • Splash Pad play
• Library visits and programming
and sports
• Camp T-shirt • Weekly round-trip bus transportation for field trips
• Exciting weekly field trips
• Recreational Swim at Pasadena High School WASHINGTON PARK CAMP $50/$75* per 6 weeks
• Special programming through collaborations with
Washington Park
First Tee Golf and iTennis 6-12 yrs. M-F 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. 6/24-8/2
• Weekly round-trip bus transportation for field trips *Additional fees charged for field trips.

VILLA-PARKE ENRICHMENT CAMP Have fun in the sun at this exciting outdoor neighborhood
Camp. The camp is quality, fun, and affordable. Fun field trips
Villa-Parke Community Center are a highlight of each week.
5-12 yrs M-F 7:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m. 6/10-8/2 $95/$190* per week Camp offers:
*Optional swimming lessons available for $45 per week. Most field trip
fees are included in the weekly fee. • Arts & Ccrafts
• Camp T-shirt
3-2-1 blastoff in this fun and enriching camp experience. • Enrichment activities
Are you looking for an amazing experience where your • Fitness
child can interact in innovative and creative fun? Well • Recreational swim at Robinson Park Recreation Center Pool
look no further! Come be a part of the popular Villa-Parke • Sports
Summer Enrichment Camp. Campers explore creative
learning and innovative fun through Lego Robotics and • Library visits and programming
Wacky Science. Weekly field trips are the highlight of the • Weekly round-trip bus transportation for field trips
week and camp culminates with an amazing end-of-camp
showcase. Sign up fast before the available slots take off SPORTS & SPECIALTY HALF-DAY CAMPS
to infinity and beyond!

Camp offers: SPORTS CAMP 6/24-8/1 $150/$300
• Air-conditioned classrooms
• Arts & crafts, dance, fitness, Lego Robotics, and Robinson Park Recreation Center

Wacky Science classes 8-13 yrs. M-Th 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
• Camp T-shirt
• Recreational swim. Pool is on site Have a ball this summer at the newly relocated Sports Camp.
• Special programming through collaborations with Athletes of all levels will score while learning to play a variety
of sports from some of Pasadena’s finest coaches. Want to take
First Tee Golf, iTennis, and the Library your game to the next level? Then sign up today!
• Weekly round-trip bus transportation for field trips Camp offers:

register online! • Access to a newly renovated indoor basketball gym

visit www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve • Instruction in baseball, basketball, conditioning, flag

football, and soccer

• Competitive games and scrimmages

• Special programming through collaborations with First

Tee Golf and iTennis.

• Field trips with round-trip bus transportation or local

Pasadena Transit

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SPORTS AND SPECIALTY KICK IT! DAY CAMP
HALF-DAY CAMPS
Central Park

6-12 yrs M-F 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. 6/3-6/7 $199/$214
7/29-8/2 $199/$214
8/5-8/9 $199/$214

Each day’s camp theme will guide participants through

engaging activities that will teach soccer skills, build self-

confidence, and promote cooperation. Each day will wrap

up with a friendly game that culminates in a Mini World

Cup. Bring water, healthy snack, lunch, sunscreen, sneak-

ers/cleats, and shin guards.

SOCCER CAMP $75/$150

Villa-Parke Community Center
7-14 yrs M-Th 5:00 p.m.-6:30 p.m. 6/24-8/1

This soccer skills development clinic is open to all skill and NON-CONTACT SUMMER BOXING CAMP
fitness levels. Participants will be taught the fundamentals
of the game in a fun and encouraging atmosphere. This Villa-Parke Community Center
camp takes place on a newly renovated field. Don't miss 7-14 yrs Tu-Th 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. 6/25-8/1 $75/$150
out on your opportunity to score this summer. Sign up
today! This co-ed non-contact boxing camp is great fun and an
even better workout! The camp focuses on discipline,
The camp offers instruction and technique development form, fitness, and technique instruction with an emphasis
in: on sportsmanship, character building, and self-confidence.
• Ball Control
• Dribbling We offer:
• Kicking Field Positions • Awards
• Running Drill • Boxing Fitness
• Shooting and Striking • Camp T-shirt
• Small Side Games: 1 vs 1, 2 vs 2, 4 vs 4 • Emphasis on Olympic-Style Boxing
• Quality instruction by experienced coaches
For more information please contact Marco Bermudez at • Recognition for "Most Improved"
(626) 744-6511 or [email protected]. • Skills Finale
• Surprise guest speakers
FUN IN THE SUN SOCCER MINI-CAMP
register online!
Central Park
visit www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve
3-5 yrs M-F 9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. 6/3-6/7 $99/$114 per week
7/29-8/2 $99/$114 per week
8/5-8/9 $99/$114 per week

Campers will learn the fundamentals of soccer in this high

energy camp! They will learn how to dribble, pass, and

how to work within a team environment, amongst other

useful skills. Each day ends with a friendly game that cul-

minates in a Mini World Cup. Bring water, healthy snack,

lunch, sunscreen, sneakers/cleats, and shin guards.

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PLAY-WELL TEKnologies CAMPS

JEDI ENGINEERING WITH LEGO®

Victory Park Recreation Center
5-6 yrs M-F 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 7/29-8/2 $190

The Force Awakens in this introductory engineering
course for young Jedi! Explore engineering principles
by designing and building projects such as LEGO®
X-Wings, R2 Units, Energy Catapults, Defense Turrets,
and Settlements from a galaxy far, far away. Create
motorized and architectural projects with imagination and
engineering to defeat the Empire!

JEDI MASTER ENGINEERING WITH LEGO®

Victory Park Recreation Center
7-11 yrs M-F 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. 7/29 - 8/2 $190

The Force Awakens in this advanced engineering course
for young Jedi! Discover key engineering concepts
such as gear trains, worm drives, and eccentric motion.
Build LEGO® X-Wings, AT-AT walkers, Pod Racers, Star
Destroyers, Cloud Cities, Settlements, Fortresses, and
other complex machines and structures from a galaxy far,
far away.

SNAPOLOGY CAMP - NEW!

Victory Park Recreation Center
4-6 yrs M-F 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 6/3-6/7 $165

Children will begin to explore the world of robotics
as they build simple animal models that teach the
fundamentals of robotics design. Whether learning about
sensors while building a fish or alligator or discovering
ways that gears and wheels and axles create movement
while building robotic dogs or frogs, your child is sure to
have a great time!

Jump into Saturday, March 2, 2019 - 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Central Park Center - 37 E. Del Mar Blvd.
FAIR

Join the Human Services and Recreation Department and Pasadena Public Library to explore our summer
programming options! From summer camp and aquatics to wellness programs, arts and crafts, creative writing
exercises and summer reading programs, come learn about all of the fun, innovative programming and activities
held from June through August. Raffles, prizes, class demos, free arts and crafts, face painting, activities and much
more! Many programs are free or low cost, and scholarships are available for some summer camps and aquatics.
The newly renovated Central Park Center will be open and our team will be there to lead the fun! This event is free

and open to the public.

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Swim Level Prerequisites & Course Descriptions

All courses based on American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program

June 10 to August 8* Level TT - Tiny Tots - (3-4 years old) 1:5 Ratio
Class is designed for children with little or no swimming
EARLY-BIRD REGISTRATION experience, and is geared mainly towards water
adjustment while introducing primary swimming skills.
Walk-in early-bird registration for Pasadena residents and
PUSD students begins Saturday, May 11 at Robinson Park Level 1 – Guppy - 1:5 Ratio
Recreation Center from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Introduction to water activities, good habits, and overall
water safety. Blow bubbles, bobbing, float, glide and
OPEN REGISTRATION proper arm/leg actions on front/back and underwater
object retrieval.
Online, general, and non-resident registration begins
Monday, May 13. Register online at www.cityofpasadena.net/ Level 2 – Goldfish – 1:5 Ratio
reserve. For more information, please call 744-7330. Development of proper swimming techniques like front
and back crawls. Front/back floats and glides, recover to a
POOL LOCATIONS vertical position after swimming, treading water, front and
back crawl, underwater breath holding and object retrieval,
Robinson Park 1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave. and water safety skills.
Recreation Center Pool (626) 585-2025
Level 3 - Marlin – 1:7 Ratio
Villa-Parke 363 E. Villa St. Guided practice of previously attained skills in deeper
Community Center Pool (626) 585-2026 water. Side breathing with the front crawl, treading water,
flutter, scissor, dolphin and breast stroke kicks, elementary
Blair High School Pool* 1201 S. Marengo Ave. backstroke, and headfirst entries into the water, non-
(626) 585-2027 swimming assists, and water safety skills.

Pasadena High School Pool* 2925 E. Sierra Madre Blvd. Level 4 – Dolphin - 1:7 Ratio
(626) 585-2024 Develop knowledge and techniques of all strokes and other
aquatic skills including preparation for swim team. Open
*Pools at Blair High School and Pasadena High School will turns on front and back, treading water, refine front crawl
only have eight weeks of swim lessons, ending August 1. and backstroke, and improve on breast stroke, butterfly
and sidestroke, introduction to diving, feet first surface
For additional information about the Aquatics Program, dives, survival swimming, and water safety skills including
please call (626) 744-7330. simple water saving assists.

FEES Level 5 – Shark – 1:7 Ratio
Further coordination and refinement of strokes and
Group Lesson Fees (per session): preparation for the swim team. Continued conditioning
and stroke refinement, racing starts to streamline, flip-
The ratio of staff to patrons is 1:5 for levels Tiny Tots turns, sculling, shallow angled dives, tuck/pike dives, non-
swimming assists, and water safety skills.
– Goldfish and 1:7 for levels Marlin - Shark
Adult Group Lessons – 1:10 Ratio
Youth 17 & under $ 45 Adults ages 18+ are welcome to register for group lessons
at either Villa-Parke Community Center Pool or Robinson
Adults 18 & over $ 60 Park Recreation Center Pool Saturdays only. Each session
will be four lessons, every Saturday.
Non-Resident Additional Fee $ 15
register online!
Private Lessons (30-minute classes):
visit www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve
Youth 17 & under $ 30
Adults 18 & over $ 30
Non-Resident Fee
$ 45

LA84 WATER POLO & SWIM TEAM

Calling all competitors! Thanks to the LA84 Foundation the
City of Pasadena is excited to offer FREE swim and water
polo teams at Pasadena High School, Blair High School,
Villa-Parke, and Robinson Park. No experience is required.
Teams generally practice Monday-Friday and compete on
Saturdays. Participation in meets and games is mandatory.
For more information, please call (626) 744-7330.

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Swim Lessons
Swim lessons are offered at four pools for swim
proficiency levels Tiny Tots through Shark. All
lessons are 45 minutes in duration. There are
eight sessions which begin every Monday from
June 10 through August 8. All lessons are offered
4 days per week. Morning lessons week 1 or 2 are
offered at a reduced rate. Please note: Classes
without minimum enrollment of 4 participants will
be cancelled or combined. For more information,
please contact Aquatics Program at (626) 744-
7330.

VILLA-PARKE COMMUNITY CENTER POOL ONLINE registration deadline

10:00 – 10:45 a.m. Levels 1 - 3 M-Th 11:59 p.m. the Sunday prior to start of session.
11:00 – 11:45 a.m. Levels 1 - 3 M-Th 11:59 p.m. the Sunday prior to start of session.
12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Swim Team Practice M-F
1:00 – 3:30 p.m. Recreation Swim* M-F *Saturday hours: 12:00 - 3:00 p.m.
4:00 – 4:45 p.m. Levels 1 - 3 M-Th 10:00 a.m. the Monday at start of session.
5:00 – 5:45p.m. Levels 1 - 3 M-Th 10:00 a.m. the Monday at start of session.
6:00 – 6:45 p.m. Levels 1 - 3 M-Th 10:00 a.m. the Monday at start of session.
7:00 – 7:45 p.m.* Levels 1 - 3 M-Th 10:00 a.m. the Monday at start of session.
*7:00 p.m. sessions 1-4 only.

ROBINSON PARK RECREATION CENTER POOL ONLINE registration deadline

10:00 – 10:45 a.m. Levels TT - 2 M-Th 11:59 p.m. the Sunday prior to start of session.
M-Th 11:59 p.m. the Sunday prior to start of session.
11:00 – 11:45 a.m. Levels TT - 2 M-F
M-F 10:00 a.m. the Monday at start of session.
12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Swim Team Practice M-Th 10:00 a.m. the Monday at start of session.
1:00 – 3:30 p.m. Recreation Swim M-Th 10:00 a.m. the Monday at start of session.
M-Th 10:00 a.m. the Monday at start of session.
4:00 – 4:45 p.m. Levels 1 - 3 M-Th

5:00 – 5:45p.m. Levels 1 - 3

6:00 – 6:45 p.m. Levels 1 - 3
7:00 – 7:45 p.m.* Levels 1 - 3
*7:00 p.m. sessions 1-4 only.

PASADENA & BLAIR HIGH SCHOOL POOLS ONLINE registration deadline

10:00 – 10:45 a.m. Levels TT - 4 M-Th 11:59 p.m. the Sunday prior to start of session.
11:00 – 11:45 a.m. Levels TT - 4 M-Th 11:59 p.m. the Sunday prior to start of session.
12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Water Polo & Swim Team Practice M-F
1:00 – 3:30 p.m. Recreation Swim M-F PHS (Saturday Only) - Blair (Sunday Only)
12:00 – 3:00 p.m. Recreation Swim Sa-Su 10:00 a.m. the Monday at start of session.
4:00 – 4:45 p.m. Levels 1 – 5 M-Th 10:00 a.m. the Monday at start of session.
5:00 – 5:45p.m. Levels 1 – 5 M-Th 10:00 a.m. the Monday at start of session.
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PARENT & ME GROUP SWIM LESSONS - PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
NEW
Private lessons for youth or adults are 30 minutes and will
This swim class is for parents and infants with a focus on be offered on Saturdays at Villa-Parke Community Center
water adjustment, safety skills and practices. The class Pool. Non-Pasadena residents please add $15 to fee.
will equip parents with information on proper holds and
safe submersions to help them become confident handling Villa-Parke Community Center Pool
their infants in the water and help the infants adapt to
the water. Please note: a parent (mother, father or legal Age Session Day Dates Time Fee
guardian) must be in water at all time during class. This 6mo-3yr 1 M/W 6/10-6/19 9:00-9:45 a.m. $45
class will provide 30 minutes of lesson with instructor and 6mo-3yr 2 M/W 6/24-7/3 9:00-9:45 a.m. $45
15 minutes for parent and child to explore skills in water. 6mo-3yr 3 M/W 7/8-7/17 9:00-9:45 a.m. $45
All toddler participants are required to wear swim diaper 6mo-3yr 4 M/W 7/22-7/31 9:00-9:45 a.m. $45
regardless if toddler is “potty” trained or not.

Robinson Park Recreation Center Pool (*No class on 7/4/19) Age Session Day Dates Time Fee
$45
Age Session Day Dates Time Fee 6mo-3yr 1 Sa 6/15-7/6 9:00-9:45 a.m. $45
6mo-3yr 1 T/Th 6/11-6/20 9:00-9:45 a.m. $45
6mo-3yr 2 T/Th 6/25-7/2 9:00-9:45 a.m. $30* 6mo-3yr 2 Sa 7/13-8/3 9:00-9:45 a.m.

6mo-3yr 3 T/Th 7/9-7/18 9:00-9:45 a.m. $45 ADULT SHALLOW WATER AEROBICS
6mo-3yr 4 T/Th 7/23-8/1 9:00-9:45 a.m. $45
Get in shape with a water aerobics workout! Our friendly
Age Session Day Date Time Fee staff make workouts fun and exciting. The pool is
6mo-3yr 1 Sa 6/15-7/6 9:00-9:45 a.m. $45 accessible to everyone and the water is kept warm. This
6mo-3yr 2 Sa 7/13-8/3 9:00-9:45 a.m. $45 is a great opportunity for an invigorating, toning, and
cardio-conditioning workout. This class gives you all the
ADULT GROUP SWIM SESSION workout without the impact on your joints.
INFORMATION
Robinson Park Recreation Center Pool
Adult group swim lessons are offered on Saturdays at
9:00 and 10:00 a.m. at Villa-Parke Community Center Age Day Dates Time Daily Fee
Pool. Lessons are 45 minutes. 18-49 M/W 6/10-8/7 9:00 - 9:45 a.m. $4
50+ M/W 6/10-8/7 9:00 - 9:45 a.m. $2
Villa-Parke Community Center Pool
Villa-Parke Community Center Pool
Age Session Day Dates Time Daily Fee
18+ 1 Sa 6/15-7/6 9:00-9:45 a.m. $60 Age Day Dates Time Daily Fee
18+ 2 Sa 7/13-8/3 9:00-9:45 a.m. $60 18-49 T/Th 6/11-8/8 9:00 - 9:45 a.m. $4
50+ T/Th 6/11-8/8 9:00 - 9:45 a.m. $2

register online! In lieu of paying a daily fee, 10-Day Passes are offered for
a discounted rate. Pass is accepted at either Robinson
visit www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve Park Recreation Center Pool or Villa-Parke Community
Center Pool.

Age 10 Day Pass Fee
18-49 $ 35
50+ $ 15

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RECREATION SWIM GENERAL AQUATICS INFORMATION

Ages 5 & under* Free *Age Limit For Recreation Swim
Ages 6-17** $1 For your safety, children nine (9) years and younger or
Ages 18-49 $2.50 under 48 inches tall must be accompanied by an adult
Age 50 & over $1 at all times. This includes pool, locker room, shower, and
Swim Pass $53*** pool deck. One adult per child. NO EXCEPTIONS.

*Children 3 and under must wear swim diaper Swim Attire
**Youth 9 and under must be accompanied by an adult Bathing suits are required. No cutoff or shorts below
***Restrictions apply the knees are allowed. Exposed undergarments are
prohibited.
Robinson Park M-F 1:00-3:30 p.m.
Villa-Parke M-F 1:00-3:30 p.m. Male: Proper swim attire consist of elastic or drawstring
Sa 12:00-3:00 p.m. trunks, no pockets, zippers, or buttons.
Blair HS M-F 1:00-3:30 p.m.
Su 12:00-3:00 p.m. Female: Proper swim attire consists of one or two-piece
Pasadena HS M-F 1:00-3:30 p.m. swimsuit as defined by the Aquatic staff. Body suits are
Sa 12:00-3:00 p.m. not allowed.

“REC SWIM” AFTER DARK Toddlers: Swim diapers must be worn by all children three
(3) years and younger regardless if toddler is “potty”
Beat the hot summer nights with a cool dip in the pool! trained or not. Parents: please have your child attempt to
As part of the Parks After Dark summer series everyone is use restroom before entering water.
welcome to visit either Robinson Park Recreation Center
Pool or Villa-Parke Community Center Pool for a free two Lockers
hour session of recreation swim. Lockers are available however, patrons must provide their
own locks (no overnight storage). The City of Pasadena is
For the safety of all participants the same rules apply not liable for any lost, damaged, or stolen items.
to “Rec Swim” After Dark as afternoon recreation swim
including age limit for swimmers and swim attire. Food & Beverages
Food and beverages are permitted on bench area only.
Robinson Park Recreation Center Pool Please do not bring glass containers or knives.
Age Day Dates Time Fee
All Th/F 7/11 – 8/9 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. Free Diarrhea
All Sa 7/13 - 8/10 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Free Persons having currently active diarrhea or who have had
active diarrhea within the previous 14 days shall not be
Villa-Parke Community Center Pool Time Fee allowed to enter the pool water. Thank you.
Age Day Dates 7:00-9:00 p.m. Free
All Th 7/11-8/8

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Infants & TOT BALLET & TAP
Tiny Tots
Tap into the excitement! Learn ballet and tap in a fun
KINDERMUSIK MIXED AGES setting while singing and dancing to children's favorite
tunes. Boys and girls welcome. Dance recital on last day
of class. Students will need ballet & tap shoes. To register
for this class, please visit www.dancewithmsdonna.com.
Registration fees will be collected on first day of class by
instructor before the class begins. If paying with credit/
debit cards, add $3 service charge. Accepting students
through third week of class (not pro-rated).

Uncover an engaging musical world with your child! Donna Gale Victory Park Recreation Center
Spend time together singing, moving, listening, playing SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
small instruments, and making friends. Materials include a 3-5 yrs Tu 3:15-4:00 p.m. 3/12-4/23 5/7-6/18 7/9-8/20
age-appropriate instrument, class songs, lyrics, activities, Fee: $95 per 7 week session
and an e-Book that can be both viewed and downloaded
online. Materials fee is $25 and $6 per additional sibling. Donna Gale Washington Middle School Gym
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
3-5 yrs W 5:00-5:45 p.m. 3/13-4/24 5/8-6/19 7/10-
8/21
Emily Chang Victory Park Recreation Center Fee: $95 per 7 week session
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
0-6 yrs Sa 9:00-9:45 a.m. 3/30-4/27 6/1-6/29 7/27-8/24
Fee: $74 per 5 week session; material fee $25/$6 additional sibiling

OPTIONS FOR LEARNING HEAD START
PASADENA

The Head Start Program is innovative, creative and
dedicated to enhancing the lives of its children, parents,
staff and community volunteers. Services offered include
education, parent involvement, social services, health
training, special needs, and nutrition. Call (626) 204-8900
for more information.

Options Staff Villa-Parke Community Center

3-5 yrs M-F 8:15-11:45 a.m. August 2018-May 2019
12:15-3:45 p.m.

BALLET FOR TOTS - NEW

Introduce your little one to the wonderful world of ZÜMBINI® MUSIC & DANCE - NEW
ballet. This class will focus on balancing, spins, and social
interactions with peers. Students will need ballet shoes Designed for children 0-4 years old and their caregivers,
and tutu.
this program takes little ones on their first steps towards

Fatima Mendoza Robinson Park Recreation Center a healthy, active life. Together adults and their young
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
0-5 yrs. W 4:00-5:00 p.m. 3/6-4/24 5/8-6/26 7/3-8/21 children wiggle, sing and learn for the ultimate bonding
Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session
Fatima Mendoza Villa-Parke Community Center experience. Zumbini® classes offer music, dance and
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
3.5-4 yrs Th 4:00-5:00 p.m. 3/7-4/25 5/9-6/27 7/11-8/22 creative movement activities, fun props and a chance to
Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session
play musical instruments. Course fee covers one child and

one parent or caregiver. A $35 material fee (includes one

music CD, songbook, and a plush doll) payable in class on

the first day. Robinson Park Recreation Center
Rita Martinez
SPRING SUMMER
0-4 yrs Tu 10:00-11:00 a.m. 3/5-4/23 5/7-6/25
PTOARTSENT & ME MUSIC & DANCE FOR Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session

Rita Martinez Victory Park Recreation Center
A fun way to expand your child’s development! Share a SPRING SUMMER
special experience with them through music, dance, song, 0-4 yrs W 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. 3/6-4/24 5/8-6/26
and social interaction! This class is designed for girls and
boys and is a parent participation class. To register for Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session Villa-Parke Community Center
Rita Martinez
this class, please visit www.dancewithmsdonna.com. SPRING SUMMER

Donna Gale Victory Park Recreation Center 0-4 yrs F 1:00-2:00 p.m. 3/8-4/26 5/10-6/28

SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session
7/9-8/20
1.5-3 yrs Tu 2:30-3:15 p.m. 3/12-4/23 5/7-6/18
Fee: $95 per 7 week session

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ABC’s & 123’s - NEW SPORTS

Snapology has reinvented the way we learn our ABC’s. KIDZ LOVE SOCCER
ABC’s & 123’s will expose young children to shapes, colors,
letters, and numbers using DUPLO ® Bricks and other fun Since 1979, Kidz Love Soccer has been dedicated to
learning materials. To strengthen their knowledge in a teaching children the world’s most popular sport within
playful manner, children are engaged in both structured a nurturing recreational environment. Young soccer
and imaginative play during each session. enthusiasts experience soccer fun in a safe,
non-competitive environment. All kids receive a Kidz Love
Snapology Staff Victory Park Recreation Center Soccer jersey. To register, please visit
SPRING SUMMER www.kidzlovesoccer.com or call (408) 774-4629. Note:
2-5 yrs W 9:00-10:00 a.m. 3/6-3/27 4/3-4/24 Class dates do not reflect H.S.R.D season and registration INFANT & TINY TOTS
Fee: $50/$100 per 4 week session dates.

JUNIOR CREATOR’S CLUB - NEW

Watch your child and be amazed at what they can create. Mommy / Daddy & Me Soccer
Preschoolers and Kindergarteners can participate in
various creative play activities designed to promote the Introduce yourself and your toddler to the “World’s
creative, social, and expressive skills of children.

Snapology Staff Victory Park Recreation Center Most Popular Game!” As you and your child participate
SPRING
3-5 yrs M 10:00-11:00 p.m. 3/13 - 4/17 in our fun, age appropriate activities, your child will be
Fee: $65/$130 per 8 week session
developing their large motor skills and socialization skills.

The fun happens on the field and parents are a part of the

action! Gwinn Park
Kidz Love Soccer Instructor
TINY TOTS SPRING SESSION SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II

Designed just for your little one. Through stimulating 2-3.5yrs M 5:45-6:15 p.m. 4/1-5/6 6/3-7/1 7/22-8/19
and interactive activities tots will develop creative, Fee: $79 per 6 week session
physical and social skills. Activities include music, crafts,
storytelling, movement and yoga that foster personal Kidz Love Soccer Instructor SPRING Victory Park
growth, friendships, and community. PLEASE NOTE: All SUMMER SUMMER II
tots must be fully potty-trained. For more information call 2-3.5 yrs Sa 6:00-6:30 p.m. 4/6-5/11 6/8-7/6 7/27-8/24

(626) 744-6500. Fee: $79 per 6 week session

Crystal Amaya Central Park Center Tot-Soccer
& Francis Meadows SPRING
3/4 -4/26 Little tykes will enjoy running and kicking just like the big
3-5 yrs M-F 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Fee: $110/ $220 per 8 week session kids! Encourages large motor skill development through

fun soccer games and introduces small children to the

group setting. Shin guards are required after the first

TINY TOTS SUMMER SESSION meeting. Victory Park
Kidz Love Soccer Instructor
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
Designed to keep your little one engaged and learning 3.5-4 yrs Sa 5:20-5:50 p.m. 4/6-5/11 6/8-7/6 7/27-8/24Fee:
during the summer! This fun and popular session is Fee: $79 per 6 week session
a wonderful early learning experience for tots ages
3-5. Activities include music, art & crafts, storytelling, Kidz Love Soccer Instructor Gwinn Park
movements and yoga. The program fosters personal SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
growth, friendships and community. Tiny Tot summer 3.5-4 yrs Sa 5:05-5:35 p.m. 4/1-5/6 6/3-7/1 7/22-8/19
session encourages socialization, learning and fun in a safe Fee: $79 per 6 week session
and supportive environment. PLEASE NOTE: All tots must
be fully potty-trained. For more information call (626) Pre Soccer

744-6500. This class teaches the basic techniques of the game and

Crystal Amaya Villa-Parke Community Center builds self-esteem through participation and fun soccer
& Francis Meadows
SUMMER I SUMMER II activities. Children learn to follow instructions in a nurtur-

3-5 yrs M-F 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 6/24-7/12** 7/15-8/2 ing, age appropriate environment. Shin guards are re-

Fee: $90/$180 per session* quired after the first meeting.
Kidz Love Soccer Instructor Gwinn Park
*Swimming lessons are included in the camp fee. Field trip fees are not SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
included in the camp fees.
(**No camp on 7/4) 4-5 yrs M 4:30-5:05 p.m. 4/1-5/6 6/3-7/1 7/22-8/19
Fee: $79 per 6 week session

Kidz Love Soccer Instructor SPRING Victory Park
SUMMER SUMMER II
4-5 yrs Sa 3:45-4:20 p.m. 4/1-5/6 6/8-7/6 7/27-8/24
Fee: $79 per 6 week session

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SUPER SOCCER STARS | Kick & Play

Kick & Play is a parent-child pre-soccer and movement
program specifically designed for toddlers between 12 and
24 months. Experienced instructors along with our puppet
friends, Mimi & Pepe, take you and your little one through
a world of exciting physical activity. Individual attention,
positive reinforcement, and engaging original music help
to develop pre-soccer skills that will have your toddler
learning to balance, run, kick and play - all while having
a blast! To register, please visit www.la.supersoccerstars.

com/classes/search-schedule/ or call (310) 998-0010.

Super Soccer Stars Instructors Central Park

SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II

12-24 mos Sa 9:00-9:40 a.m. 3/9-4/27 5/11-6/29 7/13-8/17

Fee: $175 per 8 week session

$135 per 6 week session

Super Soccer Stars Instructors Grant Park

SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II Ages 3 - 4
12-24 yrs Su 8:15-8:55 a.m. 3/10-4/28 5/12-6/30 7/14-8/18 Your child’s attention will be guided by dynamic activities

Fee: $175 per 8 week session and dramatic play to develop motor skills and basic
$135 per 6 week session
soccer skills. Super Soccer Stars coaches encourage

Super Soccer Stars Developmental children to apply learned skills including running,
dribbling, and passing during the "big game."
Ages: 2 - 3
Super Soccer Stars Class will include an introduction to Super Soccer Stars Instructors Central Park (West Grass Area)
physical activities, rich language exposure, and movement
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II

including running, hopping, jumping, and changing 3-4 yrs Sa 9:45-10:30 a.m. 3/9-4/27 (f1) 5/11-6/29 7/13-8/17
directions. The primary focus is body movement, which Sa 10:30-11:15 a.m. 3/9-4/27 (f2) 5/11-6/29 7/13-8/17
includes coordination and stability (motor development).
$175 per 8 week session

Super Soccer Stars Instructors Central Park (West Grass Area)
SUMMER Super Soccer Stars Instructors Hahamongna Park / Brookside
SPRING
2-3 yrs Sa 9:00-9:40 a.m. 3/9-4/27 (field 1)* 5/11-6/29 SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II

Sa 9:45-10:25 a.m. 3/9-4/27 (field 2)* 5/11-6/29 3-4 yrs Sa 10:30-11:15 a.m. 3/10-4/28 5/12-6/30 7/13-8/17

Fee:$175 per 8 week session Fee: $175 per 8 week session

(*No class 11/24, 1/19 and 2/16) Super Soccer Stars Instructors Grant Park
Super Soccer Stars Instructors Hahamongna Park SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II

SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II 3-4 yrs Su 9:50-10:35 a.m. 3/10-4/28 5/12-6/30 7/14-8/18

2-3 yrs Su 9:45-10:25 a.m. . 3/10-4/28 5/12-6/30 7/13-8/17 Fee:$175 per 8 week session
Fee: $175 per 8 week session
Ages 4 - 5
Super Soccer Stars Instructors Grant Park The ultimate goal of the program is to improve young
SUMMER SUMMER II children’s capacity through fun, development, and
SPRING 5/12-6/30 7/14-8/18 learning. This class will include dynamic activities that
involve dribbling technique and moves to allow each child
2-3 yrs Su 9:00-9:45 a.m. 3/10-4/28 to gain more confidence on the ball. The primary focus is

Fee: $175 per 8 week session

Like the City of Pasadena Human Services and Recreation body movement with the ball.
Department page on Facebook to learn about our events,
programming and special deals. Super Soccer Stars Instructors Central Park (West Grass Area)

SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II

4-5 yrs Sa 9:50-10:40am 3/9-4/27 5/11-6/29 7/13-8/17
Fee: $175 per 8 week session

Super Soccer Stars Instructors Hahamongna Park / Brookside

SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II

4-5 yrs Sa 11:20-12:10 p.m. 3/9-4/27 5/11-6/29 7/13-8/17
Fee: $175 per 8 week session

Super Soccer Stars Instructors Grant Park
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
5/12-6/30 7/14-8/18
4-5 yrs Su 10:40-11:30 a.m. 3/10-4/28

Fee: $175 per 8 week session

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Youth YOUTH CERAMICS CLASS

ARTS & CRAFTS Learn to work with clay, slip, and glazes using the
fundamental ceramic construction techniques. Students
are required to wear closed-toed shoes and fitted
clothing; no loose jewelry and hair must be tied back.

Marianne Galleon Villa-Parke Community Center

SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
6-9 yrs Sa 9:30-11:00 a.m. 3/9-4/27 5/11-6/29 7/6-8/24
10-12 yrs Sa 12:00-1:30 p.m. 3/9-4/27 5/11-6/29 7/6-8/24
Fee: $60/$120 per 8 week session

DANCE

AZTEC DANCE YOUTH

Learn and participate in traditional Aztec Indian dance
steps, style, movement, drum rhythms, and songs.
Workshops start with basic movements and then progress
to a repertory of choreographed dance steps. All classes
are accompanied by live Aztec drumming. Develop your
dance skills and get an "Aztecaerobics" workout!

ARTS & CRAFTS Instructor Villa-Parke Community Center
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
5-12 M,W 7:00-8:00 p.m. 3/4-4/24 *5/6-6/26 7/1-8/21
Fee: Free
Children will learn and have fun as they explore two and (*No class on 5/27)
three-dimensional art processes. Activities may include
clay, drawing, painting, collage, and print making. NOTE: BALLET
In-person registration required. Pasadena residents new to
the program will be given priority registration. Point your toes in the direction of fun! Develop rhythm,
strength, and coordination with the fundamentals of
Armory for the Arts Staff Villa-Parke Community Center ballet movement. Learn the basic ballet positions, jumps,
turns, dances, and ballet vocabulary. Students will achieve
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II proper placement and alignment necessary to perform
6-12 yrs M 4:00-5:30 p.m. 3/4-4/22 *5/6-6/24 7/1-8/19 classical ballet. Ballet slippers required.
Fee: Free Robinson Park Recreation Center
(*No class on 5/27) Fatima Mendoza Robinson Park Recreation Center
Armory for the Arts Staff SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
6-11 yrs. W 6:00-7:00 p.m. 3/6-4/24 5/8-6/26 7/3-8/21
Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session
6-12 yrs Sa 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 3/9-4/27 5/11-6/29 7/6-8/24 Fatima Mendoza Villa-Parke Community Center
Fee: Free SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
4-6 yrs Th 5:00-6:00 p.m. 3/7-4/25 5/9-6/27 7/11-8/22
PFUAINNDTAINMGENTALS OF DRAWING AND 5-11 yrs Th 6:00-7:00 p.m. 3/7-4/25 5/9-6/27 7/11-8/22

Instruction is offered in theory and technique for basic Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session
drawing and painting in a variety of media. Students will $35/$70 per 7 week session
learn the basics of drawing including contour, shading,
perspective, and portraiture. Also, students learn the BALLET & TAP
basics of painting including color mixing, brushwork and
how to use a variety of paint. Pencils, charcoal, pastels, Tap into the excitement! Learn ballet and tap in a fun
watercolors, acrylics, and inks, will be used to make setting while singing and dancing to children's favorite
unique and personal works of art. No previous experience tunes. Boys and girls welcome. Dance recital on last day
required. of class. Students will need ballet & tap shoes. To register
for this class, please visit www.dancewithmsdonna.com.
Valeria Ontiveros Villa-Parke Community Center Registration fees will be collected on first day of class by
instructor before the class begins. If paying with credit/
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II debit cards, add $3 service charge. Accepting students
6-12 yrs Tu 4:30-5:30 p.m. 3/5-4/23 5/7-6/25 7/2-8/20 through third week of class (not pro-rated).
Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session Robinson Park Recreation Center
Valeria Ontiveros
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II Donna Gale Victory Park Recreation Center
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
6-12 yrs M 4:30-5:30 p.m. 3/4-4/22 *5/6-6/24 7/1-8/19 6-12 yrs Tu 4:45-5:30 p.m. 3/12-4/23 5/7-6/18 7/2-8/13
Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session Fee: $95 per 7 week session

$35/$70 per 7 week session

*(No class 5/27)

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BALLET FOLKLORICO WORLD DANCE
Baila con nosotros! Learn the rich movements of this
This class is designed to teach kids dances from around
traditional Mexican heritage dance as well as the unique the world! With a basic foundation in ballet, kids will
explore geography and traditions of different cultures
dances that represent each state in Mexico in this fun from around the world. Children will formulate a better
understanding of different dance styles from around the
and popular dance program. Participants will learn globe. It will increase their ability to comprehend different
rhythms and memorize patterns and combinations.
choreography, increase their fitness levels and will enjoy During class, participants learn about countries such as
Spain, Italy, Egypt, Brazil, Bolivia, Argentina, India, China,
this traditional art of dance expression. Registration Armenia, Senegal and more.

required. Robinson Park Recreation Center

Silvia Patricia Navarro
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
All Ages M 7:00-8:00 p.m. 3/4-4/22 *5/6-6/26 7/1-8/21
Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session
$35/$70 per 7 week session Fatima Mendoza Villa-Parke Community Center

(*No class on 5/27) Washington Middle School SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
Silvia Patricia Navarro 3.5-5 yrs Tu 4:00-5:00 p.m. 3/5-4/23 5/7-6/25 7/2-8/20
4-6 yrs Tu 5:00-6:00 p.m. 3/5-4/23 5/7-6/25 7/2-8/20
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II 5-11yrs Tu 6:00-7:00 p.m. 3/5-4/23 5/7-6/25 7/2-8/20
All Ages Tu 7:00-8:00 p.m. 3/5-4/23 5/7-6/25 7/2-8/20
Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session
Silvia Patricia Navarro
Villa-Parke Community Center MARTIAL ARTS
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
All Ages W 6:30-7:30 p.m. 3/6-4/24 5/8-6/26 7/3-8/21
Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session
AIKIDO - NEW
FLAMENCO DANCE - NEW
Aikido, meaning “The way of harmony” is a Japanese
Originating in the south of Spain, Flamenco is martial art that is an excellent discipline for self-defense
characterized by hand clapping, percussive footwork, and self-improvement. In this class the instructor will
and intricate hand, arm, and body movements and when teach the non-violent techniques of Aikido. This class will
combined with music and singing become a complete Art. help increase participant’s coordination, flexibility and
Participants will learn information about Spain's culture, balance while learning a practical skill that extends to
traditions, and dances. everyday life. Instructor will teach children how to resolve
conflicts in a non-violent way and practice self-defense
Fatima Mendoza Robinson Park Recreation Center techniques that help develop focus, calm minds, and
strong bodies.
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
5-12 yrs W 5:00-6:00 p.m. 3/6-4/24 5/8-6/25 7/3-8/21
Grandmaster Dogic Robinson Park Recreation Center
Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
6-12 yrs. Th 5:00-6:00 p.m. 3/7-4/25 5/9-6/27 7/11-8/22*
KIDZ HIP HOP - NEW Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session
$35/$70 per 7 week session
Stay in the know and keep up with the exciting genre of (*No class on 7/4)
Hip Hop music! This class will focus on everything you
need to know about Hip Hop including all the latest music,
fashion, and dancing trends.

Anna Pastor Robinson Park Recreation Center JU JITSU

SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II Defend yourself like a Samurai warrior! Goshin Ju Jitsu
5-12 yrs Tu 5:00-6:00 p.m. 3/5-4/23 5/7-6/25 7/2-8/20 is the art of self-defense. The instructors have studied a
Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session combination of martial arts including, Brazilian Ju Jitsu,
Japanese Ju Jitsu, Judo, Aikido, Karate and Wrestling.
HIP-HOP JAZZ DANCE This class will teach a combination of self-defense
techniques from each of these arts in order to create
Move to the beat and learn to dance like your favorite a well-balanced practical, self-defense program. This
artist! Have fun while learning popular moves performed class will help develop your self-defense knowledge and
by today’s biggest music stars. Boys and girls welcome. capabilities along with the many benefits of exercise and
Dance recital on last day of class. To register for class discipline. Class requirements include a Ju Jitsu, Karate
please visit www.dancewithmsdonna.com. Registration or Judo Gi or uniform which can be purchased on your
fees will be collected on first day of class by instructor own or through the instructor. At the end of each session,
before the class begins. If paying with credit/debit cards, belts and certificates will be available to purchase from
add $3 service charge. Accepting students through third Instructors for $20 or students may elect to purchase
week of class (not pro-rated). them on their own.

Donna Gale Victory Park Recreation Center Tony Grady Villa-Parke Community Center

SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
6-12 yrs Tu 4:00-4:45 p.m. 3/12-4/23 5/7-6/18 7/2-8/13 5-17 yrs M 4:00-5:30 p.m. 3/4-4/22 *5/6-6/24 7/1-8/19
Fee: $95 per 7 week session 5/11-6/29 7/6-8/24
5-17 yrs Sa 8:00-9:30 a.m. 3/9-4/27
Fee: $60/$120 per 8 week session
$52/$104 per 7 week session
(*No class on 5/27)

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MUSIC UKULELE - NEW

Want to play a musical instrument but not sure which
one is right for you? Why not try the Ukulele! This class
will allow you to explore the musician inside you without
breaking the bank! Class will focus on fundamentals of the
ukulele.

Samantha Zaldana Robinson Park Recreation Center

SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II

6-12 yrs Sa 12:00-1:00 p.m. 3/9-4/27 5/11-6/29 7/6-8/24
Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session

PIANO CLASSES YOUTH

Group piano classes are offered to build a foundation of YOUTH GUITAR - NEW
music theory and the basic concepts of reading music.
Each student is provided with their own keyboard to use
for class. Students learn the basics of the instrument and
skills like fingering, rhythm, timing, tempos, and dynamics
by doing exercises and playing songs. Intermediate
students will take their learning to the next level with
more complex techniques and tunes.

SAAPA Villa-Parke Community Center Learn how to play tunes on a guitar. This class will focus
Beginner I SPRING SUMMER I SUMMER II on developing the habits needed to become a great guitar
7-17 yrs M 4:30-5:15 p.m. 3/4-4/22 5/6-6/24* 7/1-8/19 player. Participants will be provided with a guitar during
Beginner II class but are encouraged to purchase a guitar in order to
7-17 yrs M 5:15-6:00 p.m. 3/4-4/22 5/6-6/24* 7/1-8/19 be able to practice outside of class.

Intermediate I Instructor Robinson Park Community Center
7-17 yrs. M 6:00-6:45 p.m. 3/4-4/22 5/6-6/24* 7/1-8/19
Intermediate II SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
5-12 yrs Th 4:00-5:00 p.m. 3/7-4/25 5/9-6/27 7/11-8/22*
9-17 yrs. M 6:45-7:30 p.m. 3/4-4/22 5/6-6/24* 7/1-8/19
Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session
$35/$70 per 7 week session $35/$70 per 7 week session
(*No class on 5/27) (*No Class on 7/4)

SAAPA - Safoa Abboa-Offei Victory Park Recreation Center ENRICHMENT
Beginner SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
7-17 yrs W 4:00-4:45 p.m. 3/6-4/24 5/8-6/26 7/3-8/21 JR. CHEF CULINARY ESSENTIALS - NEW
Intermediate 3/6-4/24 5/8-6/26 7/3-8/21
7-17 yrs W 4:45-5:30 p.m. Help your child gain confidence in the kitchen! They will
Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session learn basic knife skills, cooking techniques and kitchen
safety while exploring various recipes and ingredients.
SAAPA Jackie Robinson Community Center Every week we are cooking up something different.
Beginner SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
7-17 yrs Th 4:00-5:00 p.m. 3/7-4/25 5/9-6/27 7/11-8/22*
Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session Cathey Ross Victory Park Recreation Center

$35/$70 per 7 week session SPRING SUMMER
(*No Class on 7/4) 5/6-6/24
6-12 yrs M 3:00-4:00 p.m. 3/4-4/22
Fee: $100/$200 per 8 week session
register now!

visit www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve

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NCEELWEBRATE DR. SEUSS WORKSHOP -

Instructor will be taking the children on an adventure
through the Seussical World of Dr. Seuss! Theodore
Geisel is regarded as one of the greatest children authors
of all time. He is known for his whimsical, make believe
characters and settings as well as his silly rhyming words.
Participants will be challenged to “write their own” story,
creating a setting and character using LEGO ® Bricks.

Linette Aponte Victory Park Recreation Center

SPRING
4-8 yrs F 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 3/1/18
Fee: $20/$40 per one-time workshop

CHESS CLUB

Checkmate! Learn to play chess and improve your game.
Chess has been proven to help develop critical thinking
and memory skills, confidence, sportsmanship, patience,
and problem-solving. Build confidence and develop work
habits and time management skills. Open to all skill levels.

Ronnie Williams Victory Park Recreation Center

SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
7-16 yrs Sa 10:00-11:00 a.m. 3/9-4/27 5/11-6/29 7/6-8/24
Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session

VIDEO GAME DESIGN - NEW

Children work in pairs to create their own video game in
this awesome Snapology class. We’ll teach you how to
design your very own online game. You even get to take
your game home on a flash drive so that can be shared
and played at home with family and friends!

Linette Aponte Victory Park Recreation Center

SPRING
9-14 yrs Th 6:00-7:30 p.m. 3/7-4/25
Fee: $225/$300 per 8 week session

CATHOLIC BIG BROTHERS/BIG SISTERS HOMEWORK, FITNESS AND FUN!

Through mentoring, Catholic Big Brothers transforms the Looking for a safe and fun environment for your child
lives of youth of all faiths and cultures by helping them to receive homework assistance, play, and make new
achieve their highest potential by becoming responsible, friends? Then come join the homework fitness and fun
self-sufficient, and productive members of society. For program at the Villa-Parke Community Center. The
more information, call the Pasadena office Thursdays from program offers homework assistance from a variety of
11:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. at (626) 792-5664 or the LA office M-F staff and volunteers from the Ambassadors and local high
10 a.m. – 7 p.m. at (213) 251-9800. schools. Each participant will have the opportunity to
receive homework assistance while making new friends
CBBBS Villa-Parke Community Center in a structured environment. This program is great for
7-14 yrs Th 11:30 a.m.- 6:00 p.m. Year-round households where English is a second language.

Fee: Free

Representatives are available to meet with you on a different day or time

if you call to schedule an appointment. City Staff Villa-Parke Community Center

8-12 yrs T-Th 4:00-6:00 p.m. PUSD-School Year*

Fee: Free (*Program is not offered on any City or PUSD holiday)

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KIDZ YOGA - NEW

Challenge yourself and try something new! Participants

will be introduced to the lifelong benefits of yoga

including mindfulness, balance, and focus while also

improving their fitness.

Anna Pastor Robinson Park Community Center
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II

5-12 yrs Tu 6:00-7:00 p.m. 3/5-4/23 5/7-6/25 7/2-8/20
Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session

youth boxing gym YOUTH
membership

LEGO ROBOTICS® The Villa-Parke Youth Boxing Program offers a
variety of courses geared towards health and fitness
through boxing to create a positive change in every
participant. Training focuses on preparing boys and
girls for competition on a local, regional and national
level.

The program focuses on the following areas:
• Fundamentals of Olympic-style boxing training for

competition on an amateur level
• Conditioning for healthy weight management

and fitness
• Health and nutritional awareness

Program inventions that come to life! Take one of Some of the benefits of participating in our program
America's favorite toys to the next level with Lego include:
robotics. In this class, boys and girls will design and • Building a foundation of good sportsmanship
configure a variety of creations using LEGO® blocks, • Physical awareness
batteries, and motors. The possibilities for imagination • Development of character and self-esteem
and fun are endless! • Learning self-control and anger management
• Discipline and social skills
Instructor Villa-Parke Community Center • Self-defense techniques

SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
7-12 yrs Sa 10:00-11:30 a.m. 3/9-4/27 5/11-6/29 7/6-8/24
Fee: $60/$120 per 8 week session

PDARSUAMDESNQAUACDOWGIRLS DRILL TEAM & Youth Boxing Hours:

Join the Pasadena Cowgirls Drill Team and Drum Squad. Monday-Friday: 3:00-8:00 PM

This program is designed for girls and boys interested in Ages: 8 to 17 (Male and Female)

drill team, drum squad, baton twirling and marching in

the Jr. Color-Guard. The drill team/squad competes in For more information, please contact Fausto De La
Torre at (626) 744-6531, or by email
parades throughout Northern and Southern California all [email protected].

year round! Please note: This program does not require $20 Resident $40 Non-Resident

a fee to participate. It will require other fees for uniform per 6 month membership

items and other miscellaneous fees if needed.

Instructor Robinson Park Community Center
WINTER-SUMMER

5-18 yrs M,W 5:00-7:00 p.m. 1/7 – 6/27
5-18 yrs S 12:00-2:00 p.m. 1/7 – 6/27
Fee: Free

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Youth Sports SPRING SPORTS CAMPS

CLINICS SPRING BREAK
BASKETBALL DAY CAMP
YOUTH BASKETBALL CLINIC – NEW
Camp dates: March 18-March 22, 2019
April, 6, 2019 Boys & Girls Ages 8-14 (3rd-8th Grade)
9:00 a.m.-10:45 a.m. (3rd-5th grade) Elementary School Registration is now open!
Students Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
11:00 a.m.-12:45 p.m. (6th-8th grade) Middle School Site: Victory Park Recreation Center
Students Fee: $60 Resident /$75 Non-Resident
1:00 p.m.-2:45 p.m. (9th-12th grade) High School Students
Develop basketball fundamentals and compete in 1-on-
Washington Middle School Gym 1, 3-on-3, 5-on-5, free throw and 3-point competitions.
1505 N. Marengo Ave. Players learn teamwork, sportsmanship, develop
confidence in their game, and have fun! Participants
Develop basketball fundamentals and compete in 1-on- will receive individualized instruction from experienced
1, 3-on-3, 5-on-5, free throw and 3-point competitions. coaches.
Players learn teamwork, sportsmanship, develop
confidence in their game, and have fun! Participants SPRING BREAK
will receive individualized instruction from experienced VOLLEYBALL EVENING CAMP
coaches. Fee of $15 for residents, and $30 for non-
residents. Register online at cityofpasadena.net/reserve. Boys & Girls Ages 8-14 (3rd-8th Grade)
For more information, please call (626) 744-6530 or email Registration is now open!
[email protected] Camp dates: March 18-March 22, 2019
Time: 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
YOUTH VOLLEYBALL CLINIC – NEW Site: Robinson Park Recreation Center
Fee: $60 Resident /$75 Non-Resident
March 23, 2019
10:15 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (3rd – 5th grade) Elementary Develop the basic fundamentals of volleyball including:
Students proper footwork, serving, setting, hitting, and passing
12:00 p.m.-1:45 p.m. (6th-8th grade) Middle School while improving players hand/eye coordination and
Students physical fitness of participants. Players learn teamwork,
2:00 p.m.-3:45 p.m. (9th-12th grade) High School Students sportsmanship, develop confidence in their game,
and have fun! Participants will receive individualized
Washington Middle School Gym instruction from experienced coaches.
1505 N. Marengo Ave.
Y- ONUETWH SPRING VOLLEYBALL SHOOTOUT
Join us for this new, exciting youth volleyball clinic
experience! Participants will have the opportunity to Shootout Dates: April 5-April 6, 2019
develop fundamentals of passing, setting, and serving in Boys & Girls Ages 8-17 (3rd-12th Grade)
a competitive environment. Fee of $15 for residents, and Day 1 Times: 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. (Fri.)
$30 for non-residents. Register online at cityofpasadena. Day 2 Times: 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. (Sat.)
net/reserve. For more information, please call (626) 744- Site: Robinson Park Recreation Center
6530 or email [email protected] 1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave.
Fee: $5 Resident/ $10 Non-Resident (per player)
register now!
Teams entering the Youth Volleyball Shootout will have
visit www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve the opportunity to face off against each other in a fast-
paced, competitive environment. Each team
is guaranteed two matches. Free agent participants
wishing to play in a shootout but do not have team may
register online at cityofpasadena.net/reserve or
for more information, email Justice Bolden jbolden@
cityofpasadena.net or call (626) 744-7500. Girls and boys
ages 8-18. Divisions: 9U-10U (3rd-4th) 11U-12U (5th-6th);
13U-14U (7th-8th) and 15U-18U (9th-12th). Certified CIF
Officials will be provided for each game.

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LEAGUES M& ILGEHATGYUMEITES BASKETBALL TRAINING

YOUTH COED SPRING VOLLEYBALL Boys and girls ages 4-8 learn skills in a fun, supportive
LEAGUE environment. Players are introduced to the fundamentals
of basketball including shooting, dribbling, passing, and
The Youth Coed Volleyball League will introduce girls defense during a 6 week training program. The program
and boys in 3rd-12th grade to the basic fundamentals of promotes sportsmanship, physical fitness and
volleyball including: proper footwork, serving, setting, teamwork. After initial 2 weeks of fundamental training,
hitting, and passing while improving players hand/eye participants are divided into teams and play four weeks of
coordination and physical fitness of participants. league games.
Victory Park Center Gym – 4-5 year-old div.
Each team will play a minimum of 5-6 regular season Robinson Park Center Gym – 6-8 year-old div. YOUTH SPORTS
games. The top teams from each league will advance Washington Middle School Gym – 6-8 year-old div.
to the Youth Spring Coed Volleyball playoffs. Practices
and games will be held on Mondays through Fridays at Registration: Season Dates: R/NR Fee:
various facilities including Victory Park, McKinley School, SPRING 2/25-3/16 4/13-5/18 $60/$75
Robinson Park, and Washington Middle School. SUMMER 4/22-5/18 6/22-8/3* $60/$75
(*No Mighty Mites training on Sat July 6, 2019)

Coed Divisions: HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL SPRING
LEAGUE
Div. C-3rd-4th; Div. B-5th-6th; Div. A-7th-8th,

Div. AA-9th-12th

Registration: Practices: Season: R/NR Fee: League play for frosh-soph, junior varsity, and varsity
$60/$75
SPRING 2/25-3/16 3/25-5/30 4/16-5/31 teams in grades 9-12. Each team will play a minimum of 6

(*No Games or practices on Monday May 27, 2019) regular season games. The top teams from each league

will participate in playoffs. Games are played at Victory

Park, Robinson Park, McKinley School, and Washington

Middle School Gymnasiums.

Ages: Boys & Girls ages 13-17 (Grades 9-12).

Fee: $60/$75 per participant R/NR Fee:
Registration: Practices: Season:
SPRING 2/25-3/16 4/1-6/1 4/13-6/1 $60/$75

L2E0A1G9UVEILOLPAE-PNAIRNKGECYEORUETMHOSNOYCCER

Join us for the free Villa-Parke Youth Soccer League

Opening Ceremony. Over 70 youth soccer team’s will
participate in the season introduction parade. The

V.P.Y.S.L. has a long history of serving the Pasadena &
neighboring cities with great youth soccer. The league is

open to all levels of soccer. Our 120+ volunteer Coaching
Staff share their experience and love for the game with

children ages 3-19. Join us! It will be a day you do not

want to miss.
City Staff Villa-Parke
YOUTH SPRING & SUMMER
BASKETBALL LEAGUES All ages Sa 10:00 a.m-1:00 p.m. 2/23/19

The youth basketball program provides recreation and BECOME A YOUTH SPORTS COACH
competitive league play for teams in 3rd-8th Grade. Each
team will play a minimum of 6 regular season games. The Citywide Sports is looking for volunteer Coaches of all
top teams from each league will participate in playoffs. levels. The areas where you can coach are wide. We offer
Games are played at McKinley School, Robinson Park, the following youth sports:
Victory Park, and Washington Middle School gymnasiums.
Divisions: Grades 3-4--Weekday and/or Saturday games. • Soccer
• Basketball
Grades 5-6--Weekday and/or Saturday games. • Flag Football
Grades 7-8-- Thursday or Friday games. • Volleyball
• Cheerleading
Registration: Practices: Season Dates: R/NR Fee: • Boxing
SPRING 2/25-3/16 4/1-6/1 4/16-6/1 $60/$75
SUMMER 4/22-6/1 6/10-8/10 6/22-8/10 $60/$75 For more information, please call (626) 744-6530 or email
(*No Games on Thursday July 4 - Saturday July 6, 2019) [email protected]

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2S0O1C9CEVRILLLEAA-PGAUREKE GIRLS YOUTH 4S-PSOPROTRST-MNUELWTI SPORT BY B.E.S.T.

The Villa-Parke Girls Youth Soccer League is an incredible (Soccer, Baseball/Softball, Basketball, Track & Field)
sports and wellness program for girls and young women NEW! Our industry-leading 4-Sport program brings you
ages 8-19. In addition to soccer skills development and multiple weeks of 4 fantastic sports: Soccer, Baseball/
competitive play, the league teaches players valuable life Softball, Basketball & Track. B.E.S.T. will teach how to
skills like dedication, discipline, teamwork, self-confidence, kick and control a soccer ball, how to hit, catch, throw
and the value of physical activity. From better stamina to and run the bases, shoot and dribble a basketball, run,
improved coordination, balance and strength and lots of jump and build strength + endurance. Our goal and focus
fun, the Villa-Parke Girls Youth Soccer League is a great is to maintain an energetic & highly active program that
experience for players of all skill and experience levels. will teach, encourage and advance your young players
Calling all volunteer coaches! Join this fun and progressive regardless of their skill level. Please bring an age-
league. The season is open March-June with playoffs in appropriate soccer ball for the first week. A hitting tee
July. For more information, please call (626) 744-6530 or and a basketball is needed later in the session.
email [email protected]
Min/Max 5/16
DIVISIONS Location: Eaton Blanche Park
• “A” (U-9, U-10) Born in ’09,’10, ‘11 Price : $99 for 7 Weeks
• “B” (U-11, U-12) Born in ’07,’08 Dates: 3/9 – 4/27, 3/10 – 4/28
• “C” (U-13, U-14) Born in ’05,’06 Ages 2-10 (Age Split – See Website)
• “D” (U-15, U-16) Born in ’03,’04 Days: Saturday and/or Sunday Mornings
• “C” (U-19) Born in ’00,’01,’02 Register: www.BESTsportsCA.com/PasadenaYouthSports

REGISTRATION BBEASSETBSAPLOLR&TSSOFTBALL TRAINING WITH
February: 7,8,9,14,15,16,20,21,22,27,28 // March 1
Time & Days: 5:00-7:00 p.m. Wednesday, Thursday, Friday NEW! Our industry-leading weekly Sluggers Skill Building
9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Saturday program will teach: fielding, throwing, hitting, base
FEE recognition, (sometimes) sliding and more! Our goal
Early Bird Pasadena Residents $42.00 and focus is to maintain an energetic & highly active
Early Bird Non-Residents $70.00 program that will teach, encourage and advance your
Open Registration Pasadena Residents $52.00 young players regardless of their skill level. A glove is
Open Registration Non-Residents $90.00 not mandatory for kids under 4. Please provide your own
Scholarship discount available for qualified Pasadena residents. baseball hitting tee. (A road cone works great).
SPRING & SUMMER I
8-19 yrs Su 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. 3/18-6/30 Min/Max 5/16
Fee: $42/$70 per participant Location: Eaton Blanche Park
Price : $99 for 7 Weeks
VILLA PARKE YOUTH BOXING PROGRAM Dates: 3/9 – 4/27, 3/10 – 4/28
Ages 2-10 (Age Split – See Website)
The Villa-Parke Youth Boxing Program offers a variety of Days: Saturday and/or Sunday Mornings
courses geared towards health and fitness through boxing Register: www.BESTsportsCA.com/PasadenaYouthSports
to create a positive change in every participant. Training
focuses on preparing youth for competition on a local, BBEASSTKESTPBOARLTLSSKILLS AND DRILLS BY
regional and national level.
NEW! Our industry-leading basketball skills and drills
We also offer courses that focus on the following areas: clinic/class introduce and advance your players ability
for ball handling, dribbling, defense, jumping, passing,
• Fundamentals of Olympic-style boxing training for shooting and the triple threat position. Our goal and focus
competition on an amateur level is to maintain an energetic & highly active program that
• Conditioning for weight loss and fitness will teach, encourage and advance your young players
• Health and nutritional awareness regardless of their skill level. This is an extremely active,
Some of the benefits of participating in our program endurance-based class. Please bring your child’s favorite
include: basketball with their name on it.
• Building a foundation of good sportsmanship
• Physical awareness Min/Max 5/16
• Development of character and self-esteem Location: Eaton Blanche Park
• Learning self-control and anger management Price : $99 for 7 Weeks
• Discipline and social skills Dates: 3/9 – 4/27, 3/10 – 4/28
• Self-defense techniques Ages 3-10 (Age Split – See Website)
Days: Saturday and/or Sunday Mornings
Hours: Monday-Friday: 1:30-8:00 PM Register: www.BESTsportsCA.com/PasadenaYouthSports
Ages: 8 to 17 (Male and Female)
Fee: $20 residents/ $40 non-residents

For more information, please call (626) 744-6530 or email
[email protected]

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KIDZ LOVE SOCCER SUPER SOCCER STARS YOUTH SPORTS

Since 1979, Kidz Love Soccer has been dedicated to Super Soccer Stars Developmental
teaching children the world’s most popular sport within
a nurturing, recreational environment. A typical session Ages 5 - 7
experience includes age appropriate activities such as skill The goal at this stage is to improve children’s elementary
demonstrations, fun games, and instructional scrimmages. capacity through fun games, technical skill development,
and group activities. The primary focus is to increase
Young soccer enthusiasts experience soccer fun in a safe, familiarity of space to enable children to develop team
non-competitive environment. Kidz Love Soccer…”Where skills. Emphasizes the awareness of teammates constantly
the score is always FUN to FUN!”™ To register, please visit so these skills can be easily transferred into the soccer
www.kidzlovesoccer.com or call (408) 774-4629. game. To register, please visit www.supersoccerstars.com
or call (310) 998-0010.
Soccer 1

Players will learn dribbling, passing, receiving, shooting, Super Soccer Stars Instructor Central Park (West Grass Area)
age-specific defense, etc. Fun skill games are played at SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
every session and every participant will have a ball at his
or her feet. Small-sided soccer matches will be introduced 5-7 yrs Tu 4:30-5:30 p.m. 5/7-6/25 7/16-8/20
gradually. Shin guards are required after the first meeting.
5-7 yrs Sa 11:30-12:30 p.m. 3/9-4/27 5/11-6/29 7/13-8/17
Fee: $175 per 8 week session
Kidz Love Soccer Instructor Gwinn Park
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II Super Soccer Stars Instructor Hahamongna Park
5-6 yrs M 3:45-4:30 p.m. 4/1-5/6 (Multipurpose Field)
5-6 yrs M 4:15-5:00 p.m. 6/3-7/1 7/22-8/19 SUMMER SUMMER II

SPRING 5/11-6/29 7/13-8/17

Fee: $69 per 5 week session 5-7 yrs Sa 12:15-1:15 p.m. 3/9-4/27
Fee: $175 per 8 week session
$79 per 6 week session
Kidz Love Soccer Instructor Victory Park
SUMMER SUMMER II Super Soccer Stars Instructors Grant Park
SPRING 6/8-7/6 7/27-8/24 SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
5-6 yrs Sa 4:00-4:45 p.m. 4/6-5/11 5/11-6/29 7/14-8/18
Fee: $69 per 5 week session 5-7 yrs Su 11:30-12:30 p.m. 3/10-4/28

$79 per 6 week session Fee: $175 per 8 week session

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dribbling, passing and shooting on a team. All levels are

welcome to come enjoy the world's most popular game.
Shin guards are required after the first meeting.

Kidz Love Soccer Instructor Victory Park

SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
7-10 yrs Sa 3:15-4:00 pm. 4/6-5/11 6/8-7/6 7/27-8/24
Fee: $69 per 5 week session

$79 per 6 week session

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Youth Sports Directory Life u rd
Certification Class
AYSO (Soccer League)
Registration information: February 16-17, 2019 – 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
700 W. Woodbury Rd. Unit E. February 23-24, 2019 – 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Altadena, CA 91001
www.ayso13.org Season: Winter 2019
Fee: $75 R /$150 NR
Northwest Pasadena Ponies Location: Blair High School Pool
(Youth Football & Cheerleading) Requirements:
Monique McMillen - President • Minimum age: 15 years
(626) 408-5462 • Swim 300 yards continuously
email: [email protected] • Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs
www.pasadenaponies.com • Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40

Pasadena American Little League (Baseball) seconds by starting in the water, swimming 20
email [email protected] yards, surface dive to a depth of 7 to 10 feet to
www.pallbb.org retrieve a 10-pound object, return to the surface
and swim 20 yards on the back to return to the
Pasadena Rugby Football Club starting point, exit the water without using steps or
email: [email protected] a ladder.
www.pasadenarfc.com
Participants who successfully complete the
Pasadena Lacrosse Lifeguarding course receive an American Red Cross
Paul Onufer - Director certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED,
email: [email protected] valid for 2 years. Please note: passing class does not
www.pasadenalacrosse.org guarantee employment.

Pasadena Panthers W ter S fety
(Youth Football & Cheerleading) Instructor (WSI) Class
Jason Betts - President
(626) 298-2805 March 16-17, 2019 – 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
email: [email protected] March 23-24, 2019 – 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
www.leaguelineup.com/paspanthers
Season: Spring 2019
Pasadena Running Roses Track Club Fee: $75 R / $150 NR
(Youth Track & Field ages 5 to 18) Location: Blair High School Pool
Reggie Young Requirements:
[email protected] • Minimum Age – 17 years
www.pasadenarunningroses.com • Complete the pre-course session which includes

Pasadena Southwest Little League (Baseball) demonstration of swimming skill at Learn-to-Swim
Bill Marelich Level 4
email: [email protected] • This course trains Water Safety Instructor
www.pswll.com candidates to teach courses and presentations in
the American Red Cross Swimming and Water
Pasadena Trojans Pop Warner Safety program by developing their understanding
(Youth Football & Cheerleading) of how to use the course materials, how to conduct
email: [email protected] training sessions and how to evaluate participant’s
www.pasadenapopwarner.com progress.
• The courses and presentations include:
West Pasadena Little League (Baseball)
Beverly Bogar - West Pasadena President o Parent and Child Aquatics
(626) 483-9299 o Levels 1 and 2
Rick Caldwell - District Administrator o Preschool Aquatics Levels 1 - 3
(626) 252-5442 o Learn-to-Swim Levels 1 – 6
www.leagueline.com/westpasadena o Three Adult Courses
o The Basic Water Rescue
28 Spring/Summer 2019 Recreation Guide o Personal Water Safety courses

Please note: passing class does not guarantee
employment.

For more information, please call (626) 744-6530.

Upcoming Schedule iTennis Group Lessons

Winter/Spring 2019 Sessions: Learn the basics. Improve your game. Whatever your skill level, iTennis offers YOUTH SPORTS
Feb. 4th-May 26th group clinics and workouts all year long. Join any time and pay a prorated fee. No
Classes continue year-round! more than 8 students per court. Please visit our website at
www.RoseBowlTennis.com, for the most up-to-date schedule and locations.

Pasadena Class Locations Eaton Blanche Park (EATON)
3100 Del Mar Boulevard
Rose Bowl Tennis Center (RBTC) Grant Park (GRANT)
232 South Michigan Avenue
Brookside Park: 360 N. Arroyo Blvd.

Junior Classes Adult Classes

Tiny Tots (1 hr) 4-6 year olds Adult Beginner I (1.5 hrs) No prior tennis experience
RBTC: Mon 4:00pm, Thu 5:00pm, RBTC: Mon 7:30pm, Thu 6:00pm, Sun 7:30pm
Sat 8:30am & 9:30am
GRANT: Mon 4:30pm, Sat 8:30am Adult Beginner II (1.5 hrs) NTRP 2.0-3.0
RBTC: Mon 9:00am, 7:30pm;
Future Stars (1 hr) 6-8 year olds Wed 9:00am, 6:00pm, 7:30pm;
RBTC: Mon&Tue 4:00pm, Thu 5:00pm, Thu 6:00pm, 7:30pm, Sun 9:00am
Sat 8:30 & 9:30am GRANT: Mon 6:30pm, Wed 7:30pm
GRANT: Mon 5:30pm, Wed 3:30pm, Fri 4:00pm
EATON: Tue 4:30pm Adult Intermediate (1.5 hrs) NTRP 3.0-4.0
RBTC: Mon 6:00pm, Mon-Thur 7:30pm, Fri 9:00am,
Big Hitters (1 hr) 8-10 year olds Sun 10:30am
RBTC: Mon, Tue, & Thu 5:00pm, Sat 8:30 & 9:30am
GRANT: Wed&Fri 5:00pm EATON: Tue 5:30pm Adult Advanced (1.5 hrs) NTRP 4.0-4.5
RBTC: Tue 7:30pm, Sun 10:30am
Big Hitters II (1.5 hr) 8-11 year olds
RBTC: Mon & Wed 4:30pm, Sat 10:30am iTennis Camps
iTennis welcomes players of all levels and ages 6-16 to
Jr Development I (1.5 hrs) 10-14 year olds participate in one of our week-long camps (Summer,
RBTC: Mon-Wed 4:30pm, Thu 6:00pm, Sat 10:30am Winter, and Spring). Morning tennis is balanced with
GRANT: Wed 6:00pm, Sat 10:30am afternoon recreational activities. Please visit our
website for more info: www.RoseBowlTennis.com.
Jr Development II & III(1.5 hrs) 10-16 year olds
RBTC: Mon-Wed 6:00pm, Sat 10:30am

Academy I&II(2 hrs)Tournament & High School Varsity Wanting a class at another park or time?
RBTC: Fri 4:30pm & 6:30 pm (Invitation only; please If you do not see a class that works for your schedule,
inquire) please contact us to see about starting a new class.
Classes require a minimum of three players to start.
Junior Team Tennis Please send your request or inquiries to:
Ready to compete? Join a spring iTennis Junior [email protected].
Tennis team. Novice through advanced teams are
available in the 10U, 12U, 14U, and 18U divisions.
Registration begins in September for fall.
www.RoseBowlTennis.com.

Class time subject to change. Please contact our office before coming to a class.

iTennis is the Mailing Address & Contact Info
City of Pasadena’s official 920 Lohman Lane, South Pasadena, CA 91030

tennis operator for all Office: (626) 325-8366 eFax (626) 628-1936
lessons, league play [email protected]
www.rosebowltennis.com
and tournaments.

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Teen LPTEC

monday through friday la pintoresca teen education center
SPring hours 2:00 to 7:00 pm
Summer hours 12:00 to 7:00 pm LPTEC Membership Fee: $25/year

1415 n. raymond ave.
pasadena ca, 91103

(626) 345-0706

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La Pintoresca Teen Education Center

TEEN TALK - NEW!

Teens face many issues and decisions. Teen Talk will help
Teens understand social issues they struggle with to-
day, while developing self awareness and learning about
themselves. Providing a safe space to express themselves
will help them develop the confidence they need to make
healthy choices. Topics to be discussed include bully-
ing, body image, overscheduling, peer pressure, academic
problems, and social media.

Jaytiana Williams La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center
SPRING
11-17 yrs Th 4:00-5:00 p.m. 3/7-4/25

Fee: LPTEC Membership Fee

CERAMICS

TEEN SPRING BREAK Discover the magic of ceramics. Have fun learning the
basic hand building techniques, wheel throwing, and
March 18-March 22, 2019 glazing. Students will use the potter’s wheel as well as
12:00-7:00 p.m. learn techniques with high and low fire clay.
Ages 11-17 yrs
Fee: LPTEC Membership Fee Armory Center for the Arts La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center
SPRING
Teen Spring Break offers an “exclusive” teen feel where 11-17 yrs M 4:00-5:30 p.m. 3/4-4/22
each day is filled with opportunities for Teens to hang Fee: LPTEC Membership Fee
out with friends, play video games, and participate in
fun activities. Daily schedule of activities are designed
to support social emotional development in a safe
environment. Teens will participate in recreational games,
cooking, DIY projects, and personal development.

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GARDENING - NEW PHOTOGRAPHY - NEW

Create an indoor container garden with air purifying Photographers are storytellers who use their cameras to
houseplants. Participants will select from a variety of capture people, places, and events. Join our photography
containers and plants to create their own arrangement of class and learn to tell your story using visual aids to
complimentary plants. Tips on how to care for an indoor capture your imagination. Have fun taking pictures, gain
garden and maintaining it will also be provided. a basic understanding of photographic techniques, and
begin to creatively use Photoshop to transform your
Tracy Jackson La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center images into works of art.

SPRING Dalon Poole La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center
11-17 yrs Th 6:00-7:00 p.m. 3/7-4/25
Fee: LPTEC Membership Fee SPRING
11-17 yrs Tu 4:30-5:30 p.m. 3/5-4/23
Fee: LPTEC Membership Fee

FRIDAY ESCAPE - NEW

Surprise! Class themes change EVERY Friday! Find TEEN
your Friday Escape through DIY projects, board game
challenges, slimy science, or dance. The secret to escaping
into the weekend is by celebrating Fridays!

Jaytiana Williams La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center

SPRING
11-17 yrs F 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. 3/8-4/26
Fee: LPTEC Membership Fee

TEEN CINEMA FRIDAYS- - NEW

SANDWICH SHOP Join us for a snack and a movie every Friday at the Teen
Center. There is nothing quite like a room full of Teens
What separates a good sandwich from a bad sandwich? laughing at the same moments as they journey through a
The care you put into building it. Be it for breakfast, lunch, story together. Bring a friend! All movies are rated PG/
or dinner- the recipes you will get from the Sandwich PG13.
Shop will fit your needs for a delicious sandwich.
Tyanta Snow La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center

Jaytiana Williams La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center SPRING
11-17 yrs F 4:00-6:00 p.m. 3/8-4/26

SPRING Fee: LPTEC Membership Fee
11-17 yrs W 4:00-5:00 p.m. 3/8-4/26
Fee: LPTEC Membership Fee
SPECIAL EVENTS & WORKSHOPS

TEAMBUILDING MARCH OLD TOWN DASH
FRIDAY, MARCH 15 , 2:00-5:00P.M.
Working as part of a team is an important and necessary
part of life. It often becomes vital in class activities and SPRING POETRY WORKSHOP
sports. Teens will engage in teambuilding activities that THURSDAY, APRIL 18, 4:00-5:30P.M.
will help them establish routines, while having fun, and
help everyone feel comfortable. Working better together
will mean that team members are communicating and
socializing in a way that brings about progress.

Tyanta Snow La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center MOTHER’S DAY GIFT & CARD MAKING WORKSHOP
FRIDAY, MAY 10, 3:00-4:30P.M.
SPRING
11-17 yrs Tu 6:00-7:00 p.m. 3/5-4/23
Fee: LPTEC Membership Fee

HOMEWORK ASSISTANCE FAMILY FUN DAY
SATURDAY, MAY 25, 11:00 A.M.-3:00 P.M.
Staff provides assistance in homework assignments that
may include required reading, writing, math, test review, SKATE FEST
or school projects. FRIDAY, JULY 26, 2:00-6:00P.M.

LPTEC Staff La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center

SPRING
11-17 yrs M-Th 3:00-4:00 p.m. 3/4-4/26

Fee: LPTEC Membership Fee

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LPTEC CAFÉ

TEEN SUmmer Nothing equals the learning experience of a cooking class.
You will have the opportunity to use your five senses to
Designed for Teens ages 11-17, Teen Summer is a fun, see, hear, smell, touch and taste everything including the
dynamic place to socialize, learn and have fun! final prepared dish. Hands on training is the best way
to learn how to cook. Make dishes like Buffalo Chicken,
Tortilla Pinwheels, Walking Tacos and Cheesecake Batter
Dip.

Jaytiana Williams La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center

Activities Include: • Enrichment Classes SUMMER
• Field trips • Cooking 11-17 yrs Tu 1:00-2:30 p.m. 6/11-7/30
• Recreation Swim • DIY
• Sports • Team Building Fee: Summer Registration Fee
• Arts & Crafts
FILM MAKING 101
11-17yrs M-F 12:00p.m.-7:00p.m. 6/10-8/2
In this introductory class, students learn the incredible
Registration Fee: $50 Residents/$75 Non-Residents creative power that post-production provides the
filmmaker. Teens will learn how to film videos on digital
cameras and transfer files into the iMac computers, edit
video clips, edit sound, save final production, make copies
and post their final production on-line.

Dalon Poole La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center

SUMMER
11-17 yrs M 2:30-4:00 p.m. 6/10 - 7/29

Fee: Summer Registration Fee

TEEN TALK - NEW!

Teens face many issues and decisions. Teen Talk will
help teens understand social issues teens struggle with
today, while learning about themselves. Providing a
safe space to express themselves will help them develop
the confidence they need to make healthy choices.
Topics to be discussed include, bullying, body image,
overscheduling, peer pressure, academic problems, and
social media.

Jaytiana Williams La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center
SUMMER
11-17 yrs F 3:30-5:00 p.m. 6/14-8/2
Fee: Summer Registration Fee

DIY PINTEREST PROJECTS - NEW! RECREATIONAL SWIM

It’s time to participate in weekly Do It Yourself projects Fight off the heat in an hour of free recreation swim at
inspired by the popular Pinterest website. Learn how to your local swimming pool. Join your peers as you "dive-
put together fun crafts that are easy and inexpensive, but in" to fun every Tuesday and Thursday. Participants must
still super cool and creative. Teens will follow the step by wear appropriate swim attire and follow swimming pool
step tutorials and learn how to make fun room décor, DIY rules.

gifts and clever accessories. LPTEC Staff Robinson Park Pool
SUMMER
Jaytiana Williams La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center 11-17 yrs T, Th 3:00-4:30 p.m . 6/11-8/1

SUMMER Fee: Summer Registration Fee
11-17 yrs Th 1:00-2:30 p.m. 6/13-8/1
Fee: Summer Registration Fee

register now!

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Parks

TEAMBUILDING A SUMMER PROJECT

Interested in creating your own community events? Join SUMMER FIELDTRIPS
other teens in discussing, planning, and volunteering for
the End of Summer Celebration. Each year, members work June 19 L.A. Live Regal Cinemas ($30)
in teams to create a fun, and memorable summer project.
Students will learn valuable team building skills such as Enjoy the latest movie at Regal LA LIVE featuring
communication, listening, creativity, organization, and stadium seating, digital projection, and more!
responsibility as they execute their summer project.

Tyanta Snow La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center

SUMMER June 26 Santa Monica Pier & Beach Day ($30)
11-17 yrs M 5:00-6:00 p.m. 6/10-7/29
Fee: Summer Registration Fee Santa Monica Pier is the place to play! It’s the West
Coast’s only amusement park located on a pier. Millions
RECREATIONAL SPORTS of visitors each year enjoy all the rides, games and fun
you’d expect, a dozen rides and midway games. Santa
Join us as we play some of America’s favorite sports Monica beach is an iconic example of the famed Southern TEEN
such as basketball, baseball, soccer, volleyball, dodgeball, California beaches. Enjoy the sandy beach and relax.
indoor soccer and flag football. Play with camp peers,
challenge other youth groups, and prepare for the final July 10 John’s Incredible Pizza ($20)
showdown of Staff vs Teens at the end summer. Earn your
bragging rights as you defeat some of the best athletes If you are ready for something new you will enjoy visiting
through various sports. Johns’ Incredible Pizza. It offers an all-you-can eat pizza,
pasta, chicken, soup, salad, dessert buffet with unlimited
LPTEC Staff La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center beverages, rides, games, and other attractions.

SUMMER
11-17 yrs M, F 1:00-2:30 p.m. 6/10-8/2
Fee: Summer Registration Fee
July 17 Museum of Tolerance ($20)
SCREEN PRINTING
The Museum of Tolerance is designed to examine racism
Learn the basics of screen printing and create your and prejudice around the world with a strong focus
own art on a poster or t-shirt. Teaching artist, Sergio on the history of the Holocaust. The Museum is the
Hernandez is the founder of street wear brand “The educational arm of human rights organization, deals with
Zombie Movement." atrocities in Cambodia and Latin America, along with
issues like bullying and hate crimes.

Sergio Hernandez La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center

Armory Center for the Arts SUMMER July 24 Raging Waters ($30)

11-17 yrs Tu 3:00-4:30 p.m. 6/11-7/30 Raging Waters is California’s best and largest water park.
Fee: Summer Registration Fee Let’s enjoy the rides, slides and attractions including
Aqua Rocket, the state’s only hydromagnetic water
GARDENING - NEW
coaster with LPTEC & all your friends!

Create an indoor container garden with air purifying July 31 Six Flags Magic Mountain ($30)
houseplants. Participants will select from a variety of
containers and plants to create their own arrangement of Let’s say goodbye to summer together at Six Flags!
complimentary plants. Tips on how to care for an indoor The best amusement park with non-stop fun, thrilling
garden and maintaining it will also be provided. coasters, and exiting attractions at every corner.

Tracy Jackson La Pintoresca Teen Ed Center

SUMMER Must be registered to the Summer Teen Camp. For more
11-17 yrs Th 5:00-6:00 p.m. 6/13-8/1 information, please call LPTEC at (626) 345-0708.
Fee: LPTEC Membership Fee

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PASADENA YOUTH COUNCIL PASADENA YOUTH AMBASSADORS

The Pasadena Youth Ambassador Program began in 2001
to provide job experience to high school students through
participation at special events held by both non-profit
and for-profit organizations in the City of Pasadena. The
Youth Ambassador Program provides students with the
opportunity to gain valuable skills by exposing them to
various experiences such as being docents, attending
conferences, planning events, and being a spokesperson
for the program. In addition, Ambassadors become city
employees and active members of the community.

Pasadena Youth Council provides youth ages 12 to 18
the opportunity to participate in the democratic process
through meaningful roles in public policy, planning and
decision-making, which can lead to improved outcomes
for youth and the community.

Meetings are held at: Ambassador Program Opportunities Include:
Robinson Park Recreation Center
1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave. • Pasadena Art Night
Community Room • Walt Jackson’s Wednesday Meals
• FAFSA, Scholarship, and College Training
1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month • Ronald McDonald’s House of Charity – Walk for
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
All youth welcome! Kids
• Pasadena Heritage Historical Housing Tours
Past Youth Council events, forums, and projects include:
Program Benefits:
• Proclamation on Bullying
• Annual Networking Event • Exposes students to new experiences and
• Week of Kindness opportunities
• Mayor’s Tree Lighting
• Stamp Out For Hunger • Builds confidence
• Tree Planting • Creates leadership skills
• Operation Gobble • Provides work readiness training
• Collaborate PASadena
• Youth Master Plan Program Requirements:
• Youth Enrichment Service Grant Program
• Age range: 14 – 18
APPLICATION DEADLINE • Attend a high school in Pasadena
• Maintains a 2.5+ GPA
Fall 2019 Session • Must have access to email and internet
• Enjoy working with people and have a positive
Friday, May 24, 2019
attitude
Application available online at www.cityofpasadena.net/
human-services/youth-council/ To sign up for waitlist, please visit www.cityofpasadena.
net/northwest/youth-ambassadors/
For more information, please contact Elizabeth Luna at
(626) 345-0708 or [email protected]. For more information, please contact Ashley Carrasco at
626-744-6879 or [email protected].

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FITNESS CENTERs
& Boxing gym

MEMBERSHIP FEES

The After School Adventures Program is a socially active
experience that encourages students from Pre-K to 5th Grade
to be engaged and have fun!

Experienced city staff facilitate a fun, safe and inclusive
environment for recreational activities before and after
school. Our program includes homework assistance, physical
fitness activities, and enrichment opportunities that foster the
well-being and encourage creativity of all participants.
Participants in the After School Adventures Program have the
opportunity to register for the Adventures Cheer and Dance
Program as well as City-wide Youth Sports programs
including Flag Football, Volleyball and Winter Basketball
leagues. Practices will be scheduled during the after school
program times and participants will represent their school
team in games, activities and special events.

Flexible pick-up times at no charge!

Early Care Adventures Program Membership Status Fee for
6 months
Don Benito • • Hamilton • • McKinley Teen/Senior Fitness Center Membership
Adult Fitness Center Membership
Monday - Friday 6:45 - 8:45 a.m. Youth/Teen/Senior Boxing Membership Resident $20.00
Adult Boxing membership Resident $60.00
Enrollment Fee: $15 per week (billed monthly) Resident $20.00
Resident $60.00
after school adventures program

Longfellow • • Madison • • Jefferson

Monday 12:35 - 6:00 p.m. Teen/Senior bundle membership Resident $30.00
Tuesday - Friday 2:15 - 6:00 p.m.
Adult Bundle Membership Resident $90.00
Enrollment Fee: $60 per semester

Jackson • • San Rafael • • Webster • • Willard Teen/Senior Fitness Center Membership Non Res. $40.00

Monday 12:35 - 6:00 p.m. Adult Fitness Center Membership Non Res. $120.00

Tuesday - Friday 2:15 - 6:00 p.m.

Enrollment Fee: $30 per week (billed monthly) Youth/Teen/Senior Boxing Membership Non Res. $40.00

Don Benito • • Field • • McKinley • • Hamilton Adult Boxing membership Non Res. $120.00

Victory Park (for Norma Coombs students) Teen/Senior bundle membership Non Res. $60.00

Monday 1:30 - 6:00 p.m. Adult Bundle Membership Non Res. $180.00
Tuesday - Friday 3:10 - 6:00 p.m.

Enrollment Fee: $30 per week (billed monthly) Fitness Center Locations:

Registration OPENS July 1, 2019 Robinson Park Recreation Center, 1081 N. Fair Oaks Ave.

Required: One-time $25 registration fee per child per M-Th 8am-8pm (teen hours may vary)
school year. To register, please visit the Adventures
Fri 8am-5pm (teen hours may vary)
office located at Central Park Center, 37 E. Del Mar Blvd.
Sat 9am-5pm (teen hours may vary)
To register online, please visit
www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve Villa-Parke Community Center, 363 E. Villa St.
M-F 8am-8pm (teen hours may vary)
Scholarship applications accepted 7/1/19 - 8/2/19 at Sat 8am-2pm (teen hours may vary)
Central Park Center only.
Villa-Parke Boxing Gym:
For more information and to apply, call (626) 744-6500.
Days/Hours: M-F 11:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

to register for a membership,
please visit www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve

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Adults HEALTH & FITNESS

DANCE ACTIVE JUMP START EXERCISE

Jump-start your fitness and get back in shape! This low
to moderate intensity class is a whole-body workout of
aerobic conditioning, resistance training, and flexibility.
It’s never too late to get your body trim, strong, flexible,
and healthy!

Erik Lomeli Villa-Parke Community Center

SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
18 + T, Th 8:30-9:30 a.m. 3/5-4/25 5/7-6/27 *7/2-8/22
Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session
(*No class on 7/4)

BOOT CAMP

Challenge yourself with this fast-paced, calorie-burning
workout! Boot camp is geared toward all fitness and
experience levels from beginner to advanced.

AEROBICS DANCE FITNESS Erik Lomeli Villa-Parke Community Center

Let’s dance! This tried and true workout will get you SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
18 + S 8:00-9:00 a.m. 3/9-4/27 5/11-6/29 7/6-8/24
in shape while building flexibility, strength, stamina,
Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session
coordination, muscle tone and balance through fun,

repeated movement of all muscle groups with very low Erik Lomeli Robinson Park Recreation Center

impact. This popular, coed class is a perfect way to dust SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II

off those sneakers and get back in shape!
Silvia Patricia Navarro Villa-Parke Community Center 18 + S 10:00-11:00 a.m. 3/9-4/27 5/11-6/29 7/6-8/24
Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
15 + M,W 5:00-6:00 p.m. 3/4-4/26 *5/6-6/26 7/1-8/21
Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session
(*No class on 5/27) HEALTH ENRICHMENT SEMINAR
Silvia Patricia Navarro Robinson Park Recreation Center
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER This seminar draws from the biological, physical,
behavioral, environmental, and medical sciences as well
18 + Th 6:00-7:00pm 3/7-4/25 5/9-6/27 7/11-8/22* as traditional medicine practices to provide the most
effective and enjoyable a­ pproaches to well-being. Each
Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session class is designed to educate and provide the skills to
$35/$70 per 7 week session support sustainable, health-enhancing behavior change
that helps adults and seniors manage their overall health.
BA(L*NLoEClTassFonO7L/4K) LORICO
Instructor Jackie Robinson Community Center
Baila con nosotros! Join this fun and popular dance
program. Students will learn the rich movements of this SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
traditional Mexican heritage dance as well as the unique 18 + Th 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 3/7-4/25 5/9-6/27 7/11-8/22
dances that represent each state in Mexico. The program Fee: Free
includes both instruction and opportunities to perform.
Participants will learn choreography, increase their WOMEN GET FIT BOXING CLASS
fitness levels and will enjoy this traditional art of dance
expression. Join this supportive and empowering class! Join this fun,
non-competitive, non-contact fitness introduction to
Silvia Patricia Navarro Robinson Park Recreation Center boxing class. Learn proper technique while increasing
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II body tone, cardio strength and confidence. All experience
All Ages M 7:00-8:00 p.m. 3/4-4/22 *5/6-6/24 7/1-8/19 and fitness levels welcome.
Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session
$35/$70 per 7 week session Fausto De La Torre Villa-Parke Community Center
(*No class on 5/27) SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
Silvia Patricia Navarro Washington Middle School
18+ M,W,F 12:30-1:30 p.m. 3/4-4/26 *5/6-6/28 7/1-8/23

SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session
All Ages Tu 7:00-8:00 p.m. 3/5-4/23 5/7-6/25 7/2-8/20 (*No class on 5/27)

Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session
Silvia Patricia Navarro Villa-Parke Community Center
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
All Ages W 6:30-7:30 p.m. 3/6-4/24 5/8-6/26 7/3-8/21
Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session

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WOW! DANCE ON THE MOVE

A magical, transforming choreographed form of popular
dance performed by a group of dancers in one or more
lines. Develop cardiovascular fitness by strengthening
the heart and increasing blood volume. This class will
boost brain power by improving memory skills, tone the
body, improve posture and balance, build confidence, and
provide opportunities to build friendships.

Rita Turner Jackie Robinson Community Center
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
18+ M 6:00-7:00 p.m. 3/4-4/22 *5/6-6/24 7/1-8/19
Fee: Free

(*No class on 5/27)

YOGA ADULT

Namaste! Hatha yoga classes focus on safe strength and JU JITSU - NEW
flexibility development, breathing work, meditation, and
relaxation. Increase body awareness and fitness while Goshin Ju jitsu is the art of self-defense. The instructors
enjoying the positive benefit of stress reduction. With have studied a combination of martial arts including,
variations for simplicity and change, this class is great for Brazilian Ju Jitsu, Japanese Ju Jitsu, Judo, Aikido, Karate
beginner and intermediate students and anyone looking and Wrestling. This class will teach a combination of self-
for a place of peace and tranquility. Be sure to wear defense techniques from each of these arts in order to
comfortable clothing and abstain from eating an hour create a well-balanced, practical self-defense program.
This class will help develop your self-defense knowledge
before class. and capabilities along with the many benefits of exercise
and discipline. Class requirements include the purchase
Avry Budka Washington Middle School of a Ju Jitsu, Karate or Judo GI uniform which can be
purchased on your own or through the instructor. At the
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II end of each session, belts and certificates will be available
18 + Sa 1:45-3:00 p.m. 3/9-4/27 5/11-6/29 7/6-8/24 to purchase from the instructor for $20 or students may
Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session elect to purchase them on their own.
Anna Pastor Robinson Park Recreation Center

18 + SPRING SUMMER SUMMER Tony Grady Villa-Parke Community Center
Tu 7:00-8:00 p.m. 3/5-4/23 5/7-6/25 7/2-8/20

Fee: $40/$80 per 8 week session SPRING SUMMER SUMMER

18 + Sa 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. 3/9-4/27 5/11-6/29 7/6-8/24
Fee: $60/$120 per 8 week session

MARTIAL ARTS NSUOBGMI IBSRSAIOZNILIGARNAPJUPLJIINTGSU/

T’AI CHI CH’UAN Test your strength! No Gi Brazilian Ju Jitsu/Submission
Grappling is a sport in which the object is to submit your
Increase your inner strength! T’ai Chi Ch’uan is an internal opponent using a variety of joint locks and chokes, or to
Chinese Martial Art that promotes relaxation, balance, win the match on points. It is also used in mixed martial
flexibility, and strength. Tai Chi works to help restore the arts tournaments. Competitions in this sport resemble
balance between one's physical, mental, and spiritual Brazilian Ju Jitsu competitions although competitors do
natures. With regular practice, one will eventually develop not usually wear GIS. This lack of GI increases the amount
instinctive self-defense skills. of speed and athleticism required and limits the sweeping
and submission options of the competitors. At the end
Dede Nardini Victory Park Recreation Center of each session, belts and certificates are available from
Instructors for $20 or students may elect to purchase
Beginner SPRING SUMMER their own.
5/9 - 6/6
18 + Th 11:15-12:30 p.m. 3/7-4/25 SUMMER
Intermediate SPRING 5/9 - 6/6
18 + Th 10:00-11:15 a.m. 3/7-4/25 Tony Grady Villa-Parke Community Center

Fee: $7 per class SPRING SUMMER SUMMER
18 + F 6:30-8:00p.m. 3/8-4/26 5/10-6/28 7/5-8/23
18 + Sa 11:30-1:00 p.m. 3/9-4/27 5/11-6/29 7/6-8/24

Fee: $60/$120 per 8 week session

register online!

visit www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve

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SPECIAL INTEREST RCOEAMDPIUNTEESRS SKILLS AND JOB

The goal of this course is to help participants develop a

solid foundation in computer, e-mail, word processing and

web skills that will assist them in their current and future

jobs. Participants will learn how to create a resume, cover

letter and how to explore the internet and apply for jobs

online. Participants will leave class with a set of skills that

are a workplace requirement in today’s fast-paced ever-

changing environment! Sponsored by FVO Solutions, Inc.

FVO Solutions, Inc. Staff Jackie Robinson Community Center

SPRING SUMMER SUMMER

18 + Th 12:30-2:00 p.m. 3/7-4/25 5/9-6/27 7/11-8/22

Fee: Free

CITIZENSHIP

SELF-DEFENSE FOR WOMEN - NEW Join our class for an overview of U.S. history and
government in preparation for the naturalization test. This
class is sponsored by San Gabriel Valley Literacy Council.

Students will learn how to defend themselves against San Gabriel Literacy Council Villa-Parke Community Center
various attacks and weapons. They will learn how and
when to strike an aggressor. This class will teach you how 18 + M, W 9:30-11:00 a.m. *PUSD Academic Calendar
to observe body language and non-verbal clues that will
help you be more aware of your surroundings. Through Fee: Free
this class you will gain effective tips on how to be safer
and more aware of the people around you. You will also (*No class in the summer or on City Holidays)
learn techniques on how to escape if you were ever to be
pinned down to the ground. DOMINOES, CHESS, AND CARDS

JRCC Dominoes, Chess, and Cards Club meets weekday at
the Jackie Robinson Community Center.

Tony Grady Robinson Park Recreation Center Jackie Robinson Community Center
21 + M-Th 12:00-6:00 p.m. Year-round
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER
F 12:00-5:00 p.m.
16 + M 6:00-7:30 p.m. 3/4-4/22 *5/6-6/24 7/1-8/19 Fee: Free
Fee: $60/$120 per 8 week session (*No meeting on 5/27 and 7/4)

$52/$104 per 7 week session

(*No class on 5/27) ESL CLASS

CERAMICS Familiarize yourself with the English language. Partici-
pants will be introduced to English pronunciation, the al-
Class curriculum includes hand-building and glazing. No phabet, numbers and basic literacy (reading and writing).
experience necessary or required. Join us and get your This class is sponsored by the San Gabriel Valley Literacy
hands dirty and have fun! First bag of clay, firing and Council.
glazing of pieces produced in the studio is included in the
class fee. Each student must wear appropriate clothing, San Gabriel Literacy Council Villa-Parke Community Center
including closed-toed shoes. Please bring an apron.
18 + Sa 9:00-11:30 a.m. PUSD Academic Calendar*
Jackie Robinson Community Center
Marianne Galleon Villa-Parke Community Center 18 + T,Th 6:00-8:00 p.m. PUSD Academic Calendar*

SPRING SUMMER SUMMER Fee: Free

18 + Th 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.3/4-4/22 *5/6-6/24 7/1-8/19 (*No class in the summer or on City Holidays)
Fee: $60/$120 per 8 week session
FIRST FRIDAY SPEAKER SERIES
$52/$104 per 7 week session
(*No class on 5/27)

Jackie Robinson Community Center The First Friday Speaker Series, with its year-round
programming continues a tradition of excellence by
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER offering listeners the opportunity to experience and learn
*5/6-6/24 7/1-8/19 from extraordinary individuals who work every day to
18+ Th 1:00-2:30 p.m. 3/4-4/22 improve our lives. Participants will have the opportunity
Fee: $60/$120 per 8 week session to enjoy dynamic speakers every first Friday of the month.

$52/$104 per 7 week session Jackie Robinson Community Center
(*No class on 5/27)

18 + 1st Friday of each month 10:00 -11:30 a.m.

Fee: Free

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RETIREMENT PLANNING

Are you prepared to retire? Recent and ongoing tax
law changes, an uncertain future for Social Security, and
the shift toward employee-directed retirement plans
make the need for sound financial strategies incredibly
important. Learn the fundamentals of retirement planning
and help to secure your future. Your tuition fee covers
both you and your spouse and includes a 230-page
textbook with examples and illustrations.

Harvest Financial Staff Victory Park Recreation Center

50 + Tu 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm 5/14 & 5/21

Sa 9:00 am – 12:00 noon 5/25 & 6/1

Fee: $59.00 per participant

PIANO CLASS ADULT

An introduction to piano for intermediate level students. ASL-ADULT SOCCER LEAGUE
Advanced and ensemble by instructor approval.
Ages: 18 and older.
SAPAA Jackie Robinson Community Center Adult Men/Women/Co-ed 7 v 7 soccer. Stay fit, build your
skills and have fun on the field! League prizes awarded to
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER 1st and 2nd place teams. Games are played every Sunday
18 + Th 5:00-6:00 p.m. 3/7-4/25 5/9-6/27 7/11-8/22 outside of the Rose Bowl, on the state-of-the-art Villa-
Fee:$40/$80 per 8 week session Parke Synthetic Field and at Hahamongna Park. All skill
$35/$70 per 7 week session levels welcome! Season runs 8 to 10 weeks.

SPORTS $550 entry fee per team
$65 per individual plus $20 player ID card fee
ADULT BOXING PROGRAM

The Villa-Parke Adult Boxing Program offers fitness For more information, contact Sherisse Tuck, ASL Presi-
through boxing with development for competition on dent, at (626) 840-7300 or email: pasadenasoccer@gmail.
a local, regional, national, and professional level. We com. Visit us at www.adultsoccerleague.com.
focus on the basic fundamentals of boxing to develop
technique, skill, strength and conditioning. The ability FASTBREAK 360 ADULT BASKETBALL
to move forward with sparring and competition will be LEAGUE
determined based on individual development. All phases
of training include a strong focus on physical fitness, Join the competitive fun, build your skills and stay in
nutrition and health. shape! Pasadena Adult Basketball league games are
played at Victory Park with two referees. Track your
We are now offering the opportunity to our 50+ members skills development and performance with weekly game
to compete as part of our Masters Division. statistics provided.

Fausto De La Torre Villa-Parke Community Center Each team plays a 10-game season, followed by playoffs.

18+ M-F 11:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. See you on the court! Four seasons per year are offered:

Fee: 6 month membership available Days/hours: M, T, W 6:30-10:00 p.m.
Divisions: Open Levels
$60 Resident Fee: $350 Team Registration + $35 Referee Fees

$120 Non-Resident For information, call Miguel Gutierrez at (323) 595-5135 or

$20 Seniors visit their website at www.fastbreak360.com

WOMEN'S INDOOR SOCCER MAJOR LEAGUE SOFTBALL

Get fit and have fun! Women’s Indoor Soccer features It's time for Pasadena Adult Softball! Men’s leagues
constant, end-to-end action, developing physical fitness play Tuesday through Thursday and Sunday afternoon/
in speed, power, coordination, and endurance. Recreation evening. Co-ed leagues available Monday, Wednesday,
games match teammates for a fun and exciting game for Thursday and Sunday afternoon/evening. Games are
all participants. primarily at Brookside Park.

Derrick Baker Washington Middle School New entry $435 per team; Returning $400 per team for a 10-game season
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER plus $20 per game for officials.

15 + F 6:00-9:00 p.m. 3/8-4/26 5/10-6/28 7/5-8/23 For information, contact Cathy of Major League Softball,
at (818) 559-8787 extension 3.
Fee: $25 per 8 week session

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WAKA KICKBALL LEAGUE ICNODEODOR VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE 6V6

A truly co-ed social experience! If you’re interested in LASportsNet is running a 6v6 co-ed Indoor Volleyball
playing with a fun group of people, look no further! Meet League on Monday nights at 8:00 p.m. at Victory Park.
new friends while getting some exercise and enjoying the
beautiful Rose Bowl area. Registration is now open! LASN Volleyball includes stat tracking, weekly MVP’s,
weekly game recaps, and overall fun. Following the games
Adults, come join the fun and see why kickball isn’t just the fun will continue as we will head over to our local
for kids! There is a place for you in WAKA no matter what sponsor bar for food, drinks and social competitions.
your talent level.
Both beginners and veteran players are welcome to join.
Games are played on Fridays from 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. at To register for the upcoming season, visit
Brookside Park, Fields 2 & 3. Contact us at www.kickball. https://www.lasportsnet.com/sport/volleyball
com/Cacrown for more information and to join our league.

LASPORTSNET KICKBALL LEAGUE

LASportsNet brings you an All Grass, Full Stats-Based,
Fun-Induced Kickball League!
Join the newest social sports organization in Pasadena.
With season and career stats, weekly game recaps, weekly
and season league leader awards and social competitions,
LASports Net is a smarter way to play!

Whether a seasoned veteran or just looking to come out
and meet new friends, this league is for you. Kickball
games will take place on Sunday nights at 5:30 p.m. and
9:00 p.m. at Victory Park. To join in on the fun, visit www.
lasportsnet.com /PasadenaKickball and get registered
today!

FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE-COED THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

LASportsNet is running a 7v7 co-ed Flag Football League Donated security equipment for Central Park Center
under the lights on the pristine turf fields of Robinson
Park! Installed security equipment at Central Park Center

Come out and join us on Thursday nights from 7:45 -10:00
p.m. for an exciting 9 weeks of play with top of the line
equipment, paid and trained referees, player stat tracking,
weekly game recaps and league leader awards! Following
the games, join LASN at their local sponsor bar for
continued fun as teams compete in social competitions!

Both beginners and veteran players are welcome
to join. To register for the upcoming season, visit
www.lasportsnet.com/PasadenaFlagFootball.

See you on the field!

BASKETBALL LEAGUE - COED

Co-ed Pasadena Basketball LASN Style is back with a fun,
social co-ed league with weekly and season MVP's, stat
tracking and more! Join us and see why LASportsnet is
"A Smarter Way to Play" 5 vs 5 co-ed Basketball! Team
minimum: 9 players (2 Male or 2 Female) and each team
plays 8-regular season games. The top 8 teams advance
to the LASN Playoffs. Games are played on Tuesday
nights.

Registration is $75.00 per player. To register please visit
www.lasportsnet.com or email carlyn.couch@lasportsnet.
com if you have any questions.

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ADAPTIVE RECREATION PAIR EXCURSIONS

Excursions provide exciting opportunities for adults with
intellectual and developmental disabilities to explore the
local community by attending events and visiting attrac-
tions with PAIR staff. Transportation will be arranged
for those who take Dial-A-Ride, so long as registration is
received by the deadline.

TPHAIIRNGESXCAUTRPSAISOAND: ETNINAYPBLEAAYHUOTIUFSUEL

Adaptive Recreation classes and excursions are available Based on the New York Times bestseller by Cheryl ADULT
for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities Strayed, the online advice column Dear Sugar comes
through the Pasadena Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation to life on stage as a uniquely uplifting and moving play.
program (PAIR). For additional information, please call Adapted by Nia Vardalos (My Big Fat Greek Wedding)
(626) 744-7505. Tiny Beautiful Things is about reaching when you're stuck,
healing when you're broken and finding the courage to
take on the questions which have no answers.

Registration for all Spring / Summer 2019 Adaptive Recre- PAIR Staff Pasadena Playhouse
ation classes and excursions opens Monday, February 18, 18 + Sa 2:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. Spring 2019
2019. Fee: Free
Registration Deadline: February 21, 2019
ADAPTIVE ART Transportation: Dial a ride

Express yourself! This class provides opportunities for PAIR EXCURSION: DISABILITY
adults with disabilities to express themselves through ATHLETICS FAIRE
art. Instructors include an experienced art specialist and
an assistant. Participants will explore their artistic skills The Disability Athletics Faire is a fun filled day of
through drawing and writing. Materials and supplies are introductions to sports activities such as bocce, yoga,
included in the fee. skateboarding, golf, dance, martial arts, and more! This
event, hosted by the Service Center for Independent Life,
PAIR Staff Victory Park Recreation Center is always a big hit with participants. Transportation will
be provided via charter bus between Victory Park and Mt.
SPRING / SUMMER San Antonio College.
18 + W 6:00-7:30 p.m. 3/6/19 - 8/21/19
Fee: $50 PAIR Staff Mt. Sac College
18 + Sa 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. 4/6/19
INTERACT Fee: Free
Registration Deadline: March 15, 2019
Join us for art, crafts, games, and music for adults with
disabilities. The purpose of this class is to encourage PAIR EXCURSION: SPECIAL OLYMPICS
peer relationships, increase self-esteem and further SUMMER GAMES
independence through recreational activities.

PAIR Staff Victory Park Recreation Center Special Olympics Summer Games features basketball,
track & field, bocce, and swimming, as well as an exciting
SPRING / SUMMER and fun filled Olympic Village. This is a great opportunity
18 + Sa 10:00-11:30 a.m. 3/9/19- 8/24/19 to have fun with friends and cheer on the athletes who are
Fee: $50 competing. Transportation will be provided via charter
bus between Victory Park and Cal State Long Beach.
PIONEER
PAIR Staff Cal State Long Beach
Are you a planner who loves new experiences? This 18 + Sa 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. 6/8/19
group offers adults with disabilities the opportunity to Fee: Free
plan and implement various recreational projects, trips, Registration Deadline: May 23, 2019
and activities for themselves. Fees for specific trips
and activities may be required in addition to the class PAIR EXCURSION: JUNETEETH FESTIVAL
registration fee.
The Juneteenth Festival brings the community together to
PAIR Staff Victory Park Recreation Center celebrate Jackie Robinson Center’s 40+ years of serving
SPRING / SUMMER the community. The festival features live entertainment,
18 + Tu 6:00-8:00 p.m. 3/5/19 - 8/20/19 arts and crafts, and food vendors.

PAIR Staff Jackie Robinson Community Center
Fee: $75
18+ S 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. 6/15/19
Fee: Free

Registration Deadline: May 30, 2019
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PEAXHIRIBEIXTCIOUNRSOIPOENN: IANDGARPTEICVEEPATRIOTN ROSE BOWL AQUATICS CENTER

Celebrate the beautiful artwork produced by City of Therapeutic Program
Pasadena Adaptive Art class artists! Light refreshments
will be provided. The Therapy & Teaching Pool strives to provide
therapeutic aquatic programs to improve the health &
PAIR Staff Armory Center for the Arts functions of the entire community. This includes, but is not
limited to, children & adults with functional impairments or
18+ Sa 3:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. 7/20/19 pain that limits their ability to exercise on land or perform
activities of daily living, and the rehabilitation of injured
Fee: Free athletes of all ages. The pool is unique, specially designed,
Registration Deadline: July 3, 2019 and staffed to assist patrons.

For more information visit www.rosebowlaquatics.com or
call (626) 564-0330 ext.425.

COOPERATIVE PROGRAMS T

CLUB 626 WITH ABILITY FIRST MF arrkeerts

In cooperation with the City of Pasadena Human Buy Fresh ... Eat Local!
Services and Recreation Department’s Adaptive and
Inclusive Recreation Program, AbilityFirst provides a Selling California fruits, vegetables, plants, flowers,
series of Friday Night Socials. This opportunity is open honey, cheeses, baked goods, and more!
to participants of the City of Pasadena Adult Adaptive
Recreation classes. 2 convenient locations, rain or shine!
Villa-Parke
Interested persons can call Maria Gomez at (626) 768- Small Neighborhood Market
7024 at AbilityFirst in order to participate. A calendar of 363 E. Villa St.
upcoming Friday Night Socials can be obtained by calling Tuesdays, 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
AbilityFirst or e-mailing them at [email protected]. Victory Park
(PHS Parking Lot)
SPECIAL OLYMPICS PASADENA Sierra Madre Blvd.
Saturdays, 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m
Special Olympics transforms lives through the joy of www.pasadenafarmersmarket.org
sports by providing free, year-round sports training Sponsored by the City of Pasadena
and athletic competition for children and adults with Human Services & Recreation Department
intellectual disabilities. There are plenty of volunteer
opportunities such as coaching, fundraising, community SUBSCRIBE TO OUR
outreach, event planning, photography, officiating, and monthly e-newsletter
time keeping/scoring, and more!
visit www.cityofpasadena.net/humanservices
For more information, please visit www.sosc.org/lasgv.

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SPECIALTY KIDSPACE

ARMORY Kidspace Children’s Museum is a non-profit 501c(3)
organization featuring exhibits, programs and activities
Armory Center for the Arts is a nonprofit, donor- that encourage a child’s growth and development through
supported organization offering innovative approaches exploration of the environment, investigations in science,
to creating, teaching and presenting the arts, through and artistic forms of expression that captivate the
classes and exhibitions at its main location in Pasadena, inquisitive and growing minds of children.
as well as a range of free programs in the community. For (626) 449-9144 | www.kidspacemuseum.org.
two decades, the Armory has trained professional artists
to use their expertise and enthusiasm to teach and inspire DOG OBEDIENCE CLASSES
individuals of diverse ages and backgrounds.
For more information about upcoming programs, please Classes are offered by the Pasanita Obedience Club, Inc.
call ARMORY CENTER FOR THE ARTS at (626) 792-5101. www.pasanita.com, and run continuously throughout the
year on Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings.
ARCHERY Pasanita has been conducting dog obedience classes for
over 65 years in the Pasadena area.
The Pasadena Roving Archers, Inc. (PRA) offers archery Pasanita Staff (626) 797-7070 Brookside Park, 360 N.
lessons and tournaments at the historic 28 target Arroyo Blvd.
regulation Field Archery (Roving) Range in Lower Arroyo
Park. The City of Pasadena requires that archers who ROSE BOWL AQUATICS CENTER
use the Lower Arroyo Archery Range complete a Safety
Certification Course and display a City-issued Credential. For information on lap swimming, aerobic classes, fees,
PRA conducts a Safety Certification Course on the year-round group and private lessons and recreation /
first Saturday of every month. Archery instruction for family swim schedule of hours, call 626-564-0330 or visit
beginners and intermediate archers is held every Saturday www.rosebowlaquatics.org.
morning. Archers of all ages are welcome.
For more information about the Pasadena Archery Range LAWN BOWLING @ CENTRAL PARK
and the Range Rules, please contact PRA directly at (626)
460-0520. The Pasadena Lawn Bowling Club, est. 1921, welcomes
visitors to try the sport on Monday, Wednesday, Friday,
PASADENA CASTING CLUB and Saturday. Lawn Bowling offers moderate outdoor
exercise and camaraderie for all ages. Free lessons can
Founded in 1947, the Pasadena Casting Club is a group also be scheduled in advance.
of fly fishing enthusiasts dedicated to the art of angling We also offer croquet on weekends. For information call
and casting, conservation, education, catch and release (626) 578-9165 or email pasadenalawnbowlingclub@
philosophy, and camaraderie through Club meetings, yahoo.com.
outings and events.
The Clubhouse and Casting Pool are located in the Lower PASADENA SISTER CITIES COMMITTEE
Arroyo Seco Park in Pasadena. The Clubhouse is open
Sundays, 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm, with the exception of You are invited to join the Committee every 3rd Thursday
major holidays. This is where Club members talk fishing, of the month at 6:00pm. Meetings are held at 984 E.
tie flies, practice casting, and browse the library with its Locust, Pasadena; however do check the website for any
large collection of fishing books and DVDs. Visitors are updates or changes at www.pasadenasistercities.org.
welcome and there are experienced fly fishers available to At the beginning of every December, applications are
answer questions or to help you improve your casting. accepted for the Student Exchange Program to travel
Monthly membership meetings are held the 2nd Thursday to Germany, Japan, Finland, Armenia and China for the
of every month. following summer. Students must be ages 17 to 24. We
are part of Sister Cities International their website www.
sistercities.org. Our current focus is to start up a Youth
Committee and Young Professionals Committee for
Pasadena Sister Cities. Please contact Angie Gomez
at (626) 825-8645 or phone numbers under Board of
Directors listed on our website.

ROLLER SKATING & IN-LINE SKATING

Ages: 4 & up
New combined class format brings adults and kids
together for inline skating. You’ll receive instruction at
your own level and age group from different instructors
at the same time. Skates and all equipment are provided
at no extra charge during your lesson. Classes held at
the Rose Bowl South Parking Lot. Join anytime, on-site
registration available. For more information, call California
Skate School at (888) 880-7655 or visit www.skateschool.
com.

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Seniors CREATIVE CRAFTS & CERAMICS

Fun at the tips of your fingers! Get hands-on and appeal
to your inner craftsman. Learn the skills necessary to
create your very own functional pottery such as ceramic
bowls, pots, and a variety of other wonderful crafts.

ARTS & CRAFTS Kt Boyce Jackie Robinson Community Center

SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
50 + Tu 12:00-2:00 p.m. 3/5-4/23 5/7-6/25 7/2-8/20
Fee: Free
ARTS AND CRAFTS - BILINGUAL CLASS
FRENCH LANGUAGE AND CULTURE
Get crafty! Learn new skills, create projects for gifts or
display and have fun creating a wide variety of new arts This course will encourage participants to interpret and
and craft projects. Students of all experience levels are
welcome. discuss historical, cultural, and current event topics

Guillermina Vargas Villa-Parke Community Center pertaining to the various communities that exist in the

Francophone world through film, music, poetry and a

SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II variety of artistic activities.
Caroline Ducout Jackie Robinson Community Center
50+ F 9:30-11:30 a.m. 3/8-4/26 5/10-6/28 7/5-8/23 SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
Fee: $5/$10
50 + W 1:00-2:00 p.m. 3/6-4/24 5/8-6/26 7/3-8/21
COLD PORCELAIN - BILINGUAL CLASS Fee: Free

Join the fun and learn to create your own cold porcelain JEWELRY
paste. With this paste, you will learn to handcraft beautiful
flowers, figurines, favors and much more. Students of all If you’ve always had a knack for design, this is the class
experience levels are welcome.
for you! With hands-on experience, you’ll be able to learn
Guillermina Vargas Villa-Parke Community Center
the basic techniques to design and create your very

SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II own masterpiece. Learn about different wires, crimping
7/11-8/22
50+ Th 9:30-11:30 a.m. 3/7-4/25 *5/9-6/27 techniques, and design theory.
Cheryl Hubbard Jackie Robinson Community Center
Fee: $5 Beginner SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II

50+ Tu 12:30-2:00 p.m. 3/5-4/23 5/7-6/25 7/2-8/20
Fee: $5/$10
Irene Yung Villa-Parke Community Center
Intermediate SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
50 + Tu 10:30-12:00 p.m. 3/5-4/23 5/7-6/25 7/2-8/20
Fee: $10/$20

MIXED MEDIA ARTS

Using a wide range of unique and interesting materials,

you will incorporate texture, color, shape, pattern and a

whole range of techniques from basic stamping, marbling,

dying, painting and more. By combining collage, acrylic

painting, layering, found objects, fabrics, you are free to

experiment and be spontaneous in whatever you create.

Whether you are an experienced artist or an absolute

CROCHET AND KNITTING CLUB beginner, mixed media can give you a completely new

outlook on your own creativity. Come and have fun!
Caroline Ducout Jackie Robinson Community Center
Work at your own pace with this self-directed club. Meet SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
with fellow knitters and never be out of the loop. Share
your projects and techniques with other enthusiasts over 50+ Th 12:00-2:00 p.m. 3/7-4/25 5/9-6/27 7/11-8/22
coffee in this fun and social environment. Fee: $5/$10

Villa-Parke Community Center WATERCOLOR PAINTING

Intermediate SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II This class is perfect for beginners, starting with
5/6-6/26 7/1-8/21
50 + M-W 9:00-11:00 a.m. 3/4-4/24 introducing the essential tools and ending with practicing

Fee: Free different watercolor techniques. Sponsored by the Senior

(*No class 9/3, 1/21, 2/18,) Center. Villa-Parke Community Center

Jackie Robinson Community Center Instructor SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II

Beginner SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II 50 + T, Th 3/5-4/25 5/7-6/27 7/2-8/22
50 + W 1:00-2:30 p.m. 3/6-4/24 5/8-6/26
Fee: Free

Fee: Free

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PCC REGISTRATION

ASDEWULINTSG TECHNIQUES FOR OLDER

Put the thread to the needle and be your own designer!
This sewing class offers a skill set that will intrigue both
beginner and advanced students alike. Learn to make
clothing that reflects your unique style and ditch the
high department store prices. We’ll provide you with
the skills that will have people asking, “Where did you
get that outfit?!” Participants must register through
PCC's Community Education Center located at 3035 E.
Foothill Blvd. in Pasadena.

Gisela Mena Jackie Robinson Community Center SENIOR

PCC Spring Semester DANCE FITNESS
50 + W 1:00-3:50 p.m. 2/19-6/17

HEALTH & FITNESS Dance your way to health! Move your body to the rhythm
of music and improve your health with this low-impact
dance fitness class customized specifically for senior
citizens.

CHAIR AEROBICS Yesenia Delgado Villa-Parke Community Center

Designed to improve the overall muscle strength, range of SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
motion, flexibility and balance of active older adults. This 50 + Th 8:30-9:30 a.m. 3/7-4/25 5/9-6/27 7/11-8/22
class will help you enhance your cardiovascular health Fee: Free
and you will learn a variety of low-impact chair exercises
in this engaging aerobics class. This class is sponsored by (*No class 7/4) Jackie Robinson Community Center
the Pasadena Senior Center. Dee Reese

SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II

Wanda Nelson Villa-Parke Community Center 50+ T, Th 1:30-2:30 p.m. 3/5- 4/25 5/7 -6/27 7/2-8/22

SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II Fee: Free

50 + M 10:00-11:00 a.m. 3/4-4/22 5/6- 6/24 7/1- 8/19 (*No class 7/4)

Fee: Free W 8:30-9:30 a.m 3/6-4/24 5/8-6/26 7/3-8/21 HUNTINGTON HEALTH CLASSES

(*No class 5/27) Participate in a series of health classes for adults in
Dee Reese & Wanda Nelson Jackie Robinson Community Center Spanish, every 3rd Wednesday of the month. Classes are
offered by a registered nurse from Huntington Hospital.
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II All participants will have the opportunity to ask questions
regarding health issues. For more information, please call
50 + Tu&Th 10:30-11:30 a.m. 3/5-4/25 5/7-6/27 7/2-8/22 (626) 397-8644.
Fee: Free
(*No class 7/4)

CHAIR YOGA Ruth Pichaj Villa-Parke Community Center

50+ 3rd W of the Month 12:30-2:00 p.m. Year-round

Not an expert, no problem! This yoga class is adaptable Fee: Free
to any fitness level and excellent for your overall health.
Learn moves that will improve your balance, strength, and LAORWTHIRMIPTIASCT/ ACELRAOSBSIC EXERCISES
flexibility from the seat of your chair. We’ll see you the
First Friday of each month. Exercise to the beat of the music while improving your
muscular strength. Enjoy dance-like exercises, mat
Kathy Eastwood Jackie Robinson Community Center work, and strength building with light weights. For more
information, please call Wanda at (626) 398-4462 or (951)
50 + 1st F 10:00-11:00 a.m. 3/1, 4/5, 5/3, 6/7, 7/5, 8/2 205-7517.
Fee: Free

Dee Reese Victory Recreation Center
50 + M,W,F 8:00-9:00 a.m. Year-round*
$4 per class for Senior Center members and $5 for non-members.
register online! (*No class 5/27)

visit www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve

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SENIOR WEIGHT LIFTING - NEW! SPECIAL INTEREST

Designed to improve the overall muscle strength, range COMPUTER CLASSES
of motion, flexibility and balance of active older adults.
This class will help you enhance your muscles and learn a Bilingual class! This class is designed as an introduction
variety of low-impact weight lifting techniques. to computers for senior citizens. You do not need to own
a computer to attend. This hands-on class focuses on
Christian Camarena Robinson Park Recreation Center building your comfort and skill with computers – from
hardware to software, the internet and email to word
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II processing, this class will help make your computer
50 + M&W 9:30-10:30 a.m. 3/4-4/24 *5/6-6/26 7/1- 8/21 experience more enjoyable and productive.

Fee: Free
(*No class 5/27)

SENIOR NUTRITION PROGRAM Yesenia Delgado Villa-Parke Community Center

Improve your health with a well-balanced diet. Since 1986, SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
the Intervale Senior Services Program has helped the 50 + M 12:30-2:00 p.m. 3/4-4/22 *5/6-6/24 7/1-8/19
YWCA San Gabriel Valley reach out and embrace aging 50 + Th 12:30-2:00 p.m. 3/7-4/25 5/9-6/30 7/11-8/22
members of the community with compassion and support. Fee: Free
Come see what we have to offer!
(*No class 5/27)
Staff Jackie Robinson Community Center
Jackie Robinson Community Center
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
60 + M-F 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Year-round* 50 + F 12:30-2:00 p.m. 3/8-4/26 5/10-6/28 7/5-8/
Fee: 60 + : $3 Suggested Donation
Under 60: $5 Fee Fee: Free

(*Closed Holidays) Villa-Parke Community Center ENGLISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE


60 + M-F 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Year-round* This course is tailored for senior citizens. Participants will
Fee: 60 + : $3 Suggested Donation be introduced to English pronunciation, the alphabet,
Under 60: $5 Fee numbers and basic literacy (reading and writing).

(*Closed Holidays) Yesenia Delgado Villa-Parke Community Center

LINE DANCING SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
50 + M 9:00-10:00 a.m. 3/4-4/22 *5/6-6/24 7/1-8/19
Come out and line dance! Line Dance is a choreographed 50 + W 10:00-11:00 a.m. 3/6-4/24 5/8-6/26 7/3-8/21
dance with a repeated sequence of steps in which a group 50 + F 9:00-11:00 a.m. 3/8-4/26 5/10-6/28 7/5-8/23
of people dance in one or more lines or rows. The fun and Fee: Free
unique movements will keep your heart healthy, improve
your balance and stimulate your mind. Learn it all at your (*No class 5/27)
own pace while you make new friends!
HBIARPTPHYDSAEYNCILOURBS -FRNIEDWAY CLUB &
Dee Reese Jackie Robinson Community Center

SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II The Happy Seniors Friday Club meets weekly at the Jackie
5/10-6/28 7/5-8/23 Robinson Community Center to watch films and enjoy
50 + F 12:00-1:00 p.m. 3/8-4/26 popcorn. Come join us the last Friday of the month to
celebrate birthdays!
Fee: Free

BRIDGE CLUB Staff Jackie Robinson Community Center

52 cards, 1 enjoyable game! Pasadena Duplicate Bridge SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
Club meets every Monday at Jackie Robinson Community 50 + F 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. 3/8-4/26 5/10-6/28 7/5-8/23
Center.
Fee: Free

Clara Satterfield Jackie Robinson Community Center MEMORY GAMES

SPRING SUMMER I SUMMER II Stimulate your brain! Join the fun and give your brain a
50 + M 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. 3/4-4/22 *5/6-6/24 7/1-8/19 mental workout with memory games.
Fee: Free
(*No class 5/27) Yesenia Delgado Villa-Parke Community Center

LCOHTEESRSÍ,ACHECKERS, DOMINOES & SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
50 + W 10:00-11:00 a.m. 3/6-4/24 5/8-6/26 7/3-8/21

Fee: Free

Play a game of strategy or test your luck! These fun-filled
board games are a great way to spend time with friends
and meet new people. Game boards are provided.

Villa-Parke Community Center
50 + 2nd W 12:30-2:00 p.m. 3/13, 4/10, 5/8, 6/12, 7/10,8/14
Fee: Free

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OUTDOOR TAI CHI TECH TALK

Tai Chi will teach you the basic concept and theory of Get the answers you need about technology devices.
Tai Chi. This class will enhance your physical and spiritual Learn how to text, check voicemail, set alarms, download
well-being. games and more.

Central Park Center Yesenia Delgado Villa-Parke Community Center

SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II 50+ 1st M of the Month 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
50 + Sa 9:00-10:00 a.m. 3/9-4/27 5/11-6/29 7/6 -8/24 3/4, 4/1, 5/6, 6/3, 7/1, 8/5
Fee: Free Fee: Free

Youth Ambassadors Jackie Robinson Community Center

50+ 4:00-5:30 p.m.
3/4, 4/1, 5/6, 6/3, 7/1, 8/5
By appointment only, please call (626) 744-7300.
Fee: Free

TUESDAY MORNING BOOK CLUB SENIOR

Read with us! Learn more from drawing upon a wider
range of individuals, read books that you wouldn’t oth-
erwise read, gain a greater appreciation for literature

through discussion, and make new friends!

Nancy Tafoya-Gutierrez Jackie Robinson Community Center

SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
50+ Tu 9:30-10:30 a.m. 3/5-4/23 5/7-6/25 7/2-8/20
Fee: Free

RETIREMENT PLANNING TODAY WEDNESDAY MATINEE

Are you prepared to retire? Recent and ongoing tax law Free popcorn! Join us on the second and fourth
changes, an uncertain future for Social Security, and the Wednesday of the month for an early matinee. The films
shift toward employee-directed retirement plans make the are shown with closed captioning for bilingual speakers
need for sound financial strategies incredibly important. and for the hearing impaired. Viewers are advised
Learn the fundamentals of retirement planning and help to consider the film ratings, which may be based on
to secure your future. Your tuition fee covers both you language, violence, or sexual content.
and your spouse and includes a 230-page textbook with
examples and illustrations. Staff Villa-Parke Community Center

Harvest Financial Staff Victory Park Recreation Center 50 + 2nd & 4th W 12:30-2:00 p.m.
3/13, 3/27, 4/10, 4/24, 5/8, 5/22,6/12,6/26,7/10,7/24,8/14,8/28
SUMMER
50 + Th 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. 5/14 & 5/21 Fee: Free

Sa 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 5/25 & 6/1 U.S. CITIZENSHIP CLASS

Fee: $59 per participant (except as noted above) for 2 classes

SPANISH CONVERSATION CLUB This course is tailored for senior citizens with the goal of
helping participants prepare for the naturalization test by
This course will encourage participants to interpret and receiving a basic overview of U.S. history and government.
discuss historical, cultural, and current event topics
pertaining to the various communities that exist in the SPANISH
Spanish world through film, music, poetry and a variety of
artistic activities. Yesenia Delgado Villa-Parke Community Center

SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II
50 + Tu, Th 9:30-11:00 a.m. 3/5-4/25 5/7-6/27 7/2-8/22

Staff Jackie Robinson Community Center Fee: Free
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II (*No class 7/4)
ENGLISH
50+ F 1:00-2:30 p.m. 3/8-4/26 5/10-6/28 7/5-8/23
Fee: Free Staff Villa-Parke Community Center
SPRING SUMMER SUMMER II

50 + M,W TBA

register online! Fee: Free
(*No class 7/4)

visit www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve

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Senior Excursions
Join local seniors (50+) as they explore historical landmarks, museums, festivals and much more. All Senior Excursions
depart from Villa-Parke and Jackie Robinson Community Center. For your convenience, we have rated each field trip
on a 1-2-3 level scale with (1) representing little or no walking, (2) equaling moderate amount of walking and (3) being
quite a bit of walking. Seating is limited and available on a first-registered, first-served basis. You may register for the
excursions at one of our community centers or by visiting our website. Prices below include transportation on a luxury
coach and a boxed lunch. For more information, please call (626) 744-6530.

NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM - LEVEL 2

Explore the Butterfly exhibit! See hundreds of butterflies
and the plants that surround them. This interaction has
been refined over the course of millions of years. See
up close how butterflies use their tubular mouthparts to
obtain nectar, witness caterpillars feed on leaves and go
through the process of their transformation into adults.
Registration deadline: May 15th.

50 + W 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. 5/29/19
Fee: $10/$20

CATALINA ISLANDS - LEVEL 3

Catalina Island is a picture perfect paradise and a world
apart from the hustle and bustle of the mainland just
22 miles away. The air is refreshing, the water is clear,
the community is casual and friendly, and there's not
one traffic light on the whole island. Explore the rugged
back country where the bison roam, enjoy the most
stylish in dining experiences, conquer the rush of thrilling
adventures, and relax on the sand with the gentle rhythm
of the ocean. Registration Deadline: June 12th.

50+ W 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. 6/26/19
Fee: $35/$70

SANTA MONICA - LEVEL 3

Say Good-Bye to summer with an amazing field trip
to the City of Santa Monica. Participants will have the
opportunity to stroll through the boardwalk, downtown
Santa Monica or enjoy a relaxing walk through the
beautiful beach. Registration Deadline: July 3rd.

50+ W 9:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. 7/17/19
Fee: $10/$20

LACMA - LEVEL 2

Join other seniors as they explore the Los Angeles
County Museum of Art (LACMA). LACMA has been
devoted to collecting works of art that span both history
and geography, mirroring Los Angeles’ rich cultural
heritage and uniquely diverse population. Today LACMA is
the largest art museum in the western United States, with
a collection of over 135,000 objects that illuminate 6,000
years of art history from new and unexpected points of
view. Registration Deadline: July 31st.

50+ W 9:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. 8/14/19
Fee: $10/$20

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Pasadena PEP UP YOUR LIFE

Senior Center Designed to improve strength, balance and flexibility,
this introductory level class will improve the way you feel
about your health and body, while increasing muscle mass
and bone density. Participants work at their own pace
and within their own comfort range. Pep Up Your Life is
taught by students from the Department of Kinesiology
and Nutritional Science at California State University, Los
Angeles. NOTE: Space is limited to 15 students per class.
Instructors: Donald Milares & Julian Jose.


Beginner SPRING SUMMER
50 + F 8:00-9:00 a.m. 4/19 -6/21 7/19-9/20
The Pasadena Senior Center provides recreational, 50 + Sa 9:30-10:30 a.m. 4/13-6/15 7/13-9/14
educational and wellness activities for seniors age
50 and older. Located at 85 East Holly Street in Old Intermediate SPRING SUMMER SENIOR
Pasadena, the Senior Center is a place where seniors can 50 + Sa 10:30-11:30 a.m. 4/13-6/15 7/13-9/14
gather to meet friends for coffee, attend educational Fee: $40 per 10 week session
lectures or participate in fitness classes, interest clubs
and games such as pool, backgammon, chess and PILATES
checkers. Membership with the Pasadena Senior Center is
required to participate in any of the classes listed below. Pilates improves strength, flexibility, balance, and
Membership is currently $45/year, rates are subject to
change. For more information on the Pasadena Senior coordination in an effective mind and body workout.
Center, please visit www.pasadenaseniorcenter.org, email SPRING SUMMER
[email protected] or call (626) 795-4331. 50 + Tu 9:15-10:15 a.m. 4/9-6/4 7/9-9/3
50 + Th 9:15-10:15 a.m. 4/11-6/6 7/11-9/5
Fee: $45 per 9 week session

ARTHRITIS EXERCISE TAP

A comfortably paced class for the active older adult. Students will learn the art of tap dancing as first
SPRING SUMMER
50+ W 10:20-11:20 a.m. 4/17 -6/19 7/17-9/18 performed on the silver screen. On-going sessions.
Beginner
Fee: $50 per 10 week session 50 + F 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Year-round

ART & FUN OF SEWING Intermediate
50 + Tu 12:30 p.m.-1:30 p.m. Year-round
Fee: $5 per class
Beginning and advanced students are welcome.
SPRING SUMMER
50 + M 9:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m. 4/15-6/17 7/15-9/16 TAI CHI BEGINNERS
Fee: $85 per 10 week session
Tai Chi Beginners will teach you the basic concept and

CREATIVE WRITING theory of Tai Chi. This class will enhance your physical

and spiritual well-being. SPRING SUMMER

If you have been thinking about giving writing a try, join 50 + M 9:00-10:00 a.m. 4/15-6/17 7/15-9/16

this exciting class. 50 + Th 9:00-10:00 a.m. 4/18- 6/20 7/18-9/19
SPRING SUMMER
50 + W 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 4/17-6/19 7/17-9/18 Fee:$50 per 10 week session

Fee: $50 per 10 week session Y OGA

INTERNATIONAL FOLK DANCE Yoga is valuable for everyone: the young, the old,

This class will give an overview of the rich and varied beginners and advanced.
cultures of the world through music and dance. SPRING SUMMER
50 + W 9:00 - 10:15 a.m. 4/17-6/19 7/17-9/18
SPRING SUMMER 50 + Sa 11:30 a.m.-12:45 p.m. 4/13-6/15 7/13-9/14
50 + M 1:00-2:00 p.m. 5/15-6/17 7/15-9/16 Fee: $50 per 10 week session
Fee: Free to members

MEDITATION & RELAXATION ZUMBA GOLD SPRING SUMMER

Here is an opportunity to practice meditation in a 4/15-6/17 7/15 -9/16
50 + M 2:30-3:30 p.m.
supportive setting with down to earth instruction, Fee: $50 per 10 sessions

guidelines, and advice for anyone wishing to bring

meditation into their life.
SPRING SUMMER
50 + M 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 4/15-6/17 7/15-9/16
Fee: $60 per 10 week session

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Human MEDIATION SERVICES
Services
Are you having a dispute with a neighbor, merchant,
business, family member or employer? Services provided
by Loyola Law School. Service is confidential, fast and

effective.

Villa-Parke Community Center

M-F 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Year-round
Fee: Free

By appointment only. Please call (626) 744-6530 for more information.

For more information, please visit: HOUSING RIGHTS CENTER
wwwcityofpasadena.net/humanservices.

CONSUMER ACTION Expanded programs include a Litigation Department,
Outreach, and Education Department, discrimination
investigation and landlord/tenants counseling.

CONSUMER ACTION SERVICES Jackie Robinson Community Center

M-F 8:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Year-round
Fee:Free
The Consumer Action Center representatives will assist
the public with filling out some legal packets such as Please call (626) 791-0211 or (800) 477-5977 for more information.
restraining orders, small claims, tenants who are facing
eviction, some immigration paperwork, government HEALTHY AGING AND WELLNESS
assistance applications, and housing applications. They PROGRAM
also provide assistance with Social Security paper work,
Landlord/Tenant disputes, neighbor disputes, consumer The Healthy Aging and Wellness Program promotes
disputes and offer legal referrals and resources. healthy aging by providing short-term individualized
counseling and care coordination services that enable
Jackie Robinson Community Center seniors (ages 55+) to enhance their overall well-being,
independence, dignity, and self-worth. Services are
M-F 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Year-round provided to participants, regardless of income, which
Fee: Fees vary enables our program to serve those persons in which cost
of clinical services can be a detriment to accessing care.
By appointment only. Please call (626) 744-7300 for more information.

Villa-Parke Community Center

By appointment only. Please call (626) 744-6530 for more information. Jackie Robinson Community Center

M-Th 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Year-round
Every other F 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Year-round
Fee:Free

By appointment only. Please call (626) 744-6339 for more information.

YOUTH & FAMILIES

OPTIONS FOR LEARNING HEAD START
PASADENA

The Head Start Program is innovative, creative and

dedicated to enhancing the lives of its children,

parents, staff and community volunteers. Services

PUBLIC COUNSEL - PRO BONO LEGAL offered: education, parent involvement, social services,
SERVICE CLINICS
health training, special needs, and nutrition. For more

information, call (626) 204-8900.
Villa-Parke Community Center
Pro bono (free) legal consultation provided by attorneys M-F 8:15-11:45 a.m. August 2018-May 2019

who can assist with the following legal matters: Housing, 12:15-3:45 p.m.

Public Benefits, Family Law, Expungements, Bankruptcy/

Consumer Debt, Small Claims, Disability Claims & other

issues. Please bring all papers related to your case. No

appointment required.
Jackie Robinson Community Center
2nd Sat of the Month 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Year-round
Fee: Free Walk-in First Come First Serve
Please call (626) 744-7300 for more information.

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