Pre-School Classes for March 2010 to May 2010

We believe that it is never too soon to experience the fun and

excitement of learning. Our Preschool classes give children

as young as six months old to those about to start school

opportunities to have fun and learn new skills in a nurturing,

social setting. Many classes require parent participation which

provides a wonderful bonding experience between parent and

child. Be sure to register early for classes with enrollment

limitations and to pay any required materials fee in cash at

the first class meeting.

 

ART & CULTURAL

BUBBLE, FIZ, BOOM! 2-5YRS • $26

Explore & experiment with gooey, bubbly, drippy fun! You & your

child(ren) will have a “blast” with hands on science play. Play

clothes/shoes a must. Parent participation required. Bring a $11 material

fee to 1st class. Come dressed for a mess & ready for fun! Aprons

available. (3-wks) Pre-registration suggested. Instructor: Lynda Roberts.

52577 • M • 6:45-7:30pm • 3/8-3/22 Wardlow

52590 • M • 6:45-7:30pm • 4/19-5/3 Wardlow

52578 • Tu • 9:30-10:15am • 3/9-3/23 Wardlow

52591 • Tu • 9:30-10:15am • 4/20-5/4 Wardlow

 

ARTWITH KATHY 1 1/2-5YRS • $21

A creative art experience designed for little ones and their parents.

Each session you and your child will make a different project. Class

size is limited, so please register early. Parent participation required.

Please bring an apron and $6 material fee to class. (2-wks) Instructor:

Gamboz and Staff.

52592 • Th • 9:15-10am • 5/27-6/3 Wardlow

52593 • F • 9:15-10am • 5/28-6/4 Wardlow

 

DANCE 

MEXICAN FOLK DANCE (BEG) 4-7YRS • $65

Dances from various parts of Mexico and Spain. Footwork and basic

steps will be covered. All classes will be held in the classroom.

Instructor: Portillo

52594 • W • 6-6:45pm • 3/10-5/26 Veterans

 

BEGINNING FIRST STEPS 3-5YRS • $36

A fun way for children to be introduced to the world of dance. Includes

simple tap and ballet routines, while teaching them to adjust in a group

situation. Note: To avoid distracting the children, parents are requested

to leave the classroom during instruction. (6-wks) Instructor: Miss Pat.

No class 5/17

52579 • M • 4:45-5:30pm • 3/1-4/5 Bixby

52580 • M • 4:45-5:30pm • 4/12-5/24* Bixby

 

NEW  BALLET & TAP 3-6YRS • $48/56

Half tap/half ballet. Helps child gain confidence and have fun.

Kids learn a simple song and dance routine. Tap and ballet shoes

required. During the last class, we will have a show for family and

friends. Children must be 3 years old by 1st class meeting-no exceptions.

(6/7-wks) Instructor: Miss Pat

52582 • Tu • 11am-noon • 3/2-4/6(6wk) Recreation

52584 • Tu • 11am-noon • 4/13-5/25(7wk) Recreation

52585 • Tu • noon-1pm • 3/2-4/6(6wk) Recreation

52586 • Tu • noon-1pm • 4/13-5/25(7wk) Recreation

 

PRE-BALLET &

CHARACTER CLASS 3-5YRS • $44

Introduce your little one to ballet with a fun class that will have them pretend

to be Ballet Characters like Cinderella, Odette in Swan Lake or

floating like a fairy. Recreation Hall is located South of 7th St. (6-wks)

Instructor: Miss Evelyn. *No class 4/29

52595 • Th • 10:45-11:30am • 3/4-4/8 Recreation

52596 • Th • 10:45-11:30am • 4/15-5/27* Recreation

 

INTRO TO BALLET 3.5-6YRS • $44

This studios class will teach your child the fundamentals of Ballet and

how to put beginning ballet steps together. See if your child is ready for

the wonderful “World of Ballet.” (6-wks) Instructor: Miss Evelyn. *No

class 4/29

52598 • Th • 11:30am –12:30 • 3/4-4/8 Recreation

52599 • Th • 11:30am-12:30 • 4/15-5/27* Recreation

 

BABY DANCE 6WKS-7MOS • $45

Postpartum fitness and discussion class. Learn fun and gentle exercises

you can do with your baby! Meet other moms and develop friendships.

Each week a new topic discussed (ie. crying, developing sleep

routine, safety) Bring mat or thick towel. (4-wks) Instructor: Barrett.

52588 • Th • 9:30a-10:30a • 4/8-4/29 Whaley

 

BABY DANCE II 8-20MOS • $55

Join us to sing, dance and be silly with your little one! Help your baby

develop a love for music and dance in a fun and friendly environment!

Play with instruments, streamers and parachutes. Learn songs, read

books and help your child develop gross motor and socialization skills.

Bring mat or thick towel. (6-wks) Instructor: Barrett. *No class 3/30, 4/10

52600 • Tu • 10-10:45am • 3/2-4/13* Whaley

52603 • Tu • 10-10:45am • 4/20-5/25 Whaley

52601 • Sa • 11-11:45am • 3/6-4/17* Whaley

52602 • Sa • 11-11:45am • 4/24-5/29 Whaley

 

DANCE FOR FUN 20MOS- 4YRS • $55

Help create a love of music and dance with your toddler and develop

their coordination and gross-motor skills.We’ll sing, dance, use streamers,

play instruments and use parachutes! Your child will learn simple

dance movements and is guaranteed to have FUN in this energizing

class! (6-wks) Instructor: Barrett. *No class 3/30, 4/10

52604 • Tu • 9-9:45am • 3/2-4/13* Whaley

52607 • Tu • 9-9:45am • 4/20-5/25 Whaley

52605 • Sa • 10-10:45am • 3/6-4/17* Whaley

52606 • Sa • 10-10:45am • 4/24-5/29 Whaley

 
MUSIC 

PIANO 4-6YRS • $110

Beginning class for children with little or no previous instruction in basic

hand positioning, technique, & keyboard alphabet. Each child will be

able to perform simple arrangements of folk tunes and well-known

melodies using the alphabet approach. Note: one piano, maximum 6

students. Piano book needed. Cost approximately $10. (8-wks)

Instructor: Alberstrom.

52658 • M • 3-4pm • 3/15-5/3 Wardlow

 

MUSIC AND MOVEMENT 2YRS/3-4YRS • $50

Designed to provide a positive, challenging, and joyful learning environment

for children to blossom musically and personally. Children will

participate in musical games, singing, dancing, listening, and playing

instruments. Program combines elements of Orff Schulwerk and Kodaly

methods with traditional philosophies of musical education.One-on-one

parent participation required for Mommy/Daddy & Me class. Class size

limited. (5-wks) Instructor: Klimczak. *No class 4/7

2yrs (Mommy/Daddy & Me)

52660 • W • 9:30-10:15am • 3/17-4/21* College Estates

52663 • W • 9:30-10:15am • 5/5-6/2 College Estates

52661 • W • 10:30-11:15am • 3/17-4/21* College Estates

52664 • W • 10:30-11:15am • 5/5-6/2 College Estates

3-4yrs (No parent participation)

52662 • W • 11:30am-12:15pm • 3/17-4/21* College Estates

52665 • W • 11:30am-12:15pm • 5/5-6/2 College Estates

 

ENRICHMENT 

NEW  LITTLE MINI CHEFS 2-5YRS • $45

Put on your chef hat and get ready to try some new and healthy

creations. This class will develop skills to make cooking fun! Become

familiar with measurements and proper portions. Children will enjoy

their own creations at the end of each class. Parent participation is

required. Material fee is $15. (4wk) Instructor: Diaz

52666 • F • 11-11:45am • 3/5-3/26 Whaley

52667 • F • 11-11:45am • 5/7-5/21 Whaley

 

SIGNING PLAYTIME

(BABY SIGN LANGUAGE) 6WKS-4YRS • $40

Our little ones can communicate with their hands long before they start

talking! Come join us for a fun & interactive playtime that teaches you

American Sign Language (ASL). Learn some basic routine words that

you’ll need for eating, cleansing, dressing as well as words that will give

you and additional window into the personality of your little one. Learn

over 50 signs through songs & stories. For more info visit

www.signingplaytime.com. (4-wks) Taught by certified Baby ASL

instructor Guerrini.

52670 • Sa • 9:15-10am • 5/1-5/22 El Dorado W

 

HOLA BEBE WALKERS-23 MONTH • $50

Wee ones will wiggle, jiggle and delight in the rhythms and sounds of

the Spanish language through songs, games and repetitive use of common

every day words. Everyone takes home lyrics and practical activities

for continuing the fun at home and around town. $5 material fee.

Visit www.holaschool.com for more details. Instructor: Monserrate-

Sanders

52673 • Sa • 9:15-10am • 3/6-4/10 Heartwell

52674 • Sa • 9:15-10am • 4/17-5/22 Heartwell

 

HOLA NINOS 1 2-4YRS • $65

Vamos a jugar! Let’s play! Children will be immersed in the Spanish language

via a unique style of storytelling, puppetry, dance, music, and

movement. The seasons provide the context for relevant and practical

learning experiences. Everyone takes home lyrics and resources to

continue the fun at home. $12 material fee.Visit www.holaschool.com

for more details. Instructor: Monserrate-Sanders

52675• F • 10-10:50am • 3/5-4/9 College Estates

52676 • F • 10-10:50am • 4/16-5/21 College Estates

52677 • Sa • 9:30-10:20a • 3/6-4/10 Heartwell

52678 • Sa • 9:30-10:20a • 3/17-5/22 Heartwell

 

PRESCHOOLERS & PARENTS

LEARNING TOGETHER 2, 3 & 4YRS (younger siblings ok) • SEEWEB

Children and parents enjoy learning together in this unique class where

children engage in a variety of fun and developmentally appropriate

activities as well as story and song time with the teacher, while parents

are coached in ways to help your child build important social skills and

to develop confidence. Parents will also participate in valuable discussion

times. Visit www.lbparks.org for prices. Instructors: Devereaux &

Barringer. Materials fee: $10

M/W • 9:45-11:45am • begins 3/1 Scherer

Tu/Th • 9:45-11:45am • begins 3/2 Scherer

 
NEW  EARLY SCIENCE STUDIERS 2-6YRS • $45

Help your child get ahead by teaching them about science! Help

them develop the critical science vocabulary they need to succeed in

school. This one hour class will consist of science education and experiments.

It will also conclude with a 10 minute science related art project.

(6wk). $10 material fee payable in class. Instructor: Browns

52679 • W • 3:30-4:30pm • 4/14-5/19 Recreation

 

NATURE/ENVIRONMNET
TALES AND TRAILS 18MONTHS-5YRS • $35

We will explore the incredible changing world of the nature center while

discovering creatures large and small investigating them in creative

ways. Puppets, songs and parachute are all part of this fun-filled. Parent

participation required. Bring $3 material fee to first class. (4-wks) *No

class 4/2, 4/9

Lynda Roberts

52684 • F • 9:15-10am • 3/19-4/23* Nature Center

 

PRESCHOOL IN NATURE 3.5-5YRS • $80

Enrich your child’s learning in an interactive natural setting. Will help

learning socialization, creativity & group cooperation, while exercising

their mind and body on the trails of the Nature Center. Games, stories

& crafts all themed around nature. Must be potty trained. No class 4/6,

4/6

52688 • Tu/Th• 10-11:30 • 3/23-4/22* Nature Ctr

52689 • Tu/Th• 10-11:30 • 5/4-5/27 Nature Ctr

 

SPORTS 

TEE BALL SKILLZ SEE BELOW • $70

Here is a great chance for kids to be introduced to tee-ball in a fun &

safe environment while learning the basics of the game. Our tee-ball

curriculum is designed for kids to have fun with friends and coaches

while fine-tuning their motor and socialization skills. Coaches are knowledgeable,

friendly, focused and committed to giving hands on held.

Every child will receive a t-shirt. Instructor: TriFytt Sports Staff. (6-wks)

3-5yrs old

52690 • M • 2-2:45pm• 3/1-4/5 El Dorado W

52693 • M • 2-2:45pm• 4/19-5/24 El Dorado W

52691 • M • 4-4:45pm• 3/1-4/5 El Dorado W

52695 • M • 4-4:45pm• 4/19-5/24 El Dorado W

5-7yrs old

52692 • M • 3-3:45pm• 3/1-4/5 El Dorado W

52694 • M • 3-3:45pm• 4/19-5/24 El Dorado W

 

PARENT & ME MULTI SPORT SEE BELOW • $70

Here is a great change for kids to be introduced to soccer, baseball, &

basketball in a fun & safe environment while learning the basics of the

game. Curriculum is designed to fine-tune motor and socialization skills.

We also concentrate on teaching the benefits of sportsmanship, sharing

and teamwork. Every child will receive a t-shirt. Instructor: TriFytt Sports

Staff. (6-wks)

1 ½ to 2 ½ yrs old

52696 • W • 10:30am-11 • 3/3-4/7 Bixby Knolls

52702 • W • 10:30am-11 • 4/21-5/26 Bixby Knolls

2-3yrs old

52697 • W • 9:30am-10 • 3/3-4/7 Bixby Knolls

52703 • W • 9:30am-10 • 4/21-5/26 Bixby Knolls

3-4yrs old

52698 • W • 10am-10:30 • 3/3-4/7 Bixby Knolls

52704 • W • 10am-10:30 • 4/21-5/26 Bixby Knolls

 

MOMMY/DADDY & ME SOCCER 2 - 3 1/2YRS • $95

Introduce yourself and your toddler to the “World’s most popular game!”

As you and your child participate in our fun age appropriate activities,

your child will be developing their large motor skills and socialization. A

variety of activities each week, and Mommy/Daddy you won’t have to

watch from the sidelines. Instructor: Kidz Love Soccer Staff. (8-wks) *No

class 5/29

52705 • F • 9:30-10am • 4/16-6/4 El Dorado West

52706 • F • 3-3:30pm • 4/16-6/4 El Dorado West

52707 • Sa • 9-9:30am • 4/17-6/12* El Dorado West

52709 • Sa • 9:35-10:05am • 4/17-6/12* El Dorado West

 

TOT SOCCER 3 1/2-4YRS • $95

Encourages large motor skill development through soccer fun games

and introduces small children to the group setting. Little tykes will enjoy

running and kicking just like the big kids! Shin guards are required after

1st meeting. Instructor: Kidz Love Soccer Staff. (8-wks)*No class 5/29

52710 • F • 10:50-11:20am • 4/16-6/4 El Dorado West

52711 • F • 5:05-5:35pm • 4/16-6/4 El Dorado West

52712 • Sa • 10:15-10:45am • 4/17-6/12* El Dorado West

 

PRE SOCCER 4-5YRS • $95

Teaches the basic techniques of the game and builds self-esteem

through participation and fun activities. Children learn to follow instructions

in a nurturing, age appropriate environment. Shin guards are

required after 1st meeting. Instructor: Kidz Love Soccer Staff. (8-wks)

*No class 5/29

52713 • F • 10:15-10:50am • 4/16-6/4 El Dorado W

52714 • F • 3:45-4:20pm • 4/16-6/4 El Dorado W

52715 • Sa • 10:45-11:20 • 4/17-6/12* El Dorado W

 

TINY TUMBLERS/GYMNASTICS SEE BELOW • $50

A parent & me program for developing toddlers’ motor skills and body

awareness. Kids will be introduced to all gymnastic equipment, along

with movement to music, parachute, puppets and much more. (5-wks)

Instructor: Jama & staff. *No class 4/3

Walkers-24 months

52716 • W • 10-10:45am • 3/3-3/31 Wardlow

52717 • W • 10-10:45am • 4/14-5/12 Wardlow

52718 • Sa • 9:30-10:15am • 3/6-4/10* Wardlow

52719 • Sa • 9:30-10:15am • 4/17-5/15 Wardlow

25-48 months

52722 • W • 10:50-11:35am • 3/3-3/31 Wardlow

52723 • W • 10:50-11:35am • 4/14-5/12 Wardlow

52724 • Sa • 10:20-11:05am • 3/6-4/10* Wardlow

52725 • Sa • 10:20-11:05am • 4/17-5/15 Wardlow

 

NEW  PARENT/TOT EDUPLAY GOLF 1 AGES 4-6YRS • $35

Provides four hours of FUN hands-on project based learning

activities which lead participants into easy understanding for

FUNdmental principles of golf's course, scoring, name system, and club

design.$35 Material Fee. (4wks) Instructor: Nancy Dunn-Kato, LPGA

Member-Class A, 2007/2008/2009 US Kids Top 50 Teacher. *No class 4/3

52557 • Sa • 1-2pm • 3/20-4/17* Recreation

 

NEW  PARENT/TOT EDUPLAY GOLF 2 AGES 4-6YRS • $35

Provides four hours of FUN hands-on project based learning

activities. Tots act-out learned experiences with interactive games and

club for easy understanding of golf's FUNdmental principles of grip,

stance, posture, motion and mechanics of short game. $35 Material

Fee. (4wk) Instructor: Nancy Dunn-Kato, LPGA Member-Class A, 2007

/2008/2009 US Kids Top 50 Teacher

52558 • Sa • 1-2pm • 5/1-5/22 Recreation

 

CHUNG HAP MUSUL MIXED MARTIAL ARTS 4-12YRS • $50/MO

Description under ADULT SPORTS. Uniforms & gear available through

instructor. Instructor: Creel

S400-1 • Th/F • 6-7pm • cont. El Dorado W

 

NEW ALICE INWONDERLAND ON ICE SHOW 4-18 YRS • $82

Pre-registration required. Join Glacial Garden’s Skating Arena

production of “Alice in Wonderland.” Registration fee includes 4 learn

to skate and 4 choreography lessons. Skaters, ages 4-18 years, will

show off their new skating skills in a group number. Performances to be

held May 21&22. Pre-registration is required. (8wks). A minimal costume

fee and $15 ISI membership fee is required payable to Glacial

Garden Skating Arena in class.

52731 • W • 6-6:30pm • 3/31-5/19

52732 • Th • 4:30-5pm • 4/1-5/20

53733 • Sa • 11:15-11:45am • 4/3-5/22

 

PARENT & ME ICE SKATING 2-5YRS • $41

Pre-registration required. Have fun ice skating with your child in a

relaxed atmosphere. Class fee includes skate rental, 30 min of instruction

and a practice session on your registered class day. Practice session

times: Tue 11am-1pm and Sat: 12-2pm. Students should wear

gloves or mittens, dress warmly in layers arrive at least 30 minutes prior

to class time. Classes held at Glacial Garden, 3975 Pixie (Carson &

Paramount), Lakewood. Pre-registration required.

52734 • Tu • 11:15-11:45am • 3/2-3/23

52735 • Sa • 12:15-12:45pm • 3/6-3/27

52736 • Tu • 11:15-11:45am • 3/30-4/20

52737• Sa • 12:15-12:45pm • 4/3-4/24

52738 • Tu • 11:15-11:45am • 4/27-5/18

52739 • Sa • 12:15-12:45pm • 5/1-5/22

 

GLACIAL POLAR PUPS 4-6YRS • $41

Pre-registration required. Beginning ice skating made easy and fun!

Learn the basics of skating with an emphasis on safety. Class fee

includes skate rental, half hour of instruction and a free practice session

on your registered class day. Practice session times: Thursday 2:45-

4pm and Saturday 10:45-11:15am. Dress warmly in layers and bring

gloves or mittens. Check in at least 30 min. prior to class. Classes held

at Glacial Garden, 3975 Pixie, Lakewood 90712 (Carson &

Paramount). (4wk)

52740 • Th • 4-4:30pm • 3/4-3/25

52741 • Sa • 10:15-10:45am • 3/6-3/27

52742 • Th • 4-4:30pm • 4/1-4/22

52743 • Sa • 10:15-10:45am • 4/3-4/24

52744 • Th • 4-4:30pm • 4/29-5/20

52745 • Sa • 10:15-10:45am • 5/1-5/22

 

GLACIAL POLAR HOCKEY PUPS 4-6YRS • $41

Pre-registration required. Learn the basic skating skills necessary to

play ice hockey. This is a hockey skating skills class where sticks and

pucks are not used. Class fee includes skate rental, half hour of instruction

and a free practice session on your registered class day. Practice

session times: Thursday 2:45-4pm and Saturday 10:45-11:15am. Dress

warmly in layers and bring gloves or mittens. Check in at least 30 min.

prior to class. Classes held at Glacial Garden, 3975 Pixie, Lakewood

90712 (Carson & Paramount).

52748 • Th • 4-4:30pm • 3/4-3/25

52749 • Sa • 10:15-10:45am • 3/6-3/27

52750 • Th • 4-4:30pm • 4/1-4/22

52751 • Sa • 10:15-10:45am • 4/3-4/24

52752 • Th • 4-4:30pm • 4/29-5/20

52753 • Sa • 10:15-10:45am • 5/1-5/22