DRIVER’S EDUCATION 14-18yrs • $75
Driver education is a California-required course for teens to receive a driver's license. It is the first step that must be taken so the teen can receive a driver's permit. The course includes much parental involvement, and is fun, interactive, and educational. Coursework can be completed at any time of day or night. Students may choose from an internet course or a home study course. DMV-accepted completion certificates issued upon successful completion of the course. Class does not include behind-the-wheel driving. Instructor: All good Education Corp
50952 • F • 9/11 Online
50953 • F • 10/9 Online
50954 • F • 11/13 Online
EXPRESS WITH COLOR 7-10yrs • $40
In this four-week program your child will explore how they can manipulate colors to express an emotion. Your child will learn about the color wheel focusing on the primary and secondary colors and how to mix colors. Your child will become a happy expressionist artist as they create art by simply connecting colors to emotions, painting to the rhythm of music, and creating 3-dimensional pieces of art . Instructor: Merino-Chavez
51061 • Sa • 12:30-1:15 • 10/3-10/24 Whaley
51062 • Sa • 12:30-1:15 • 10/31-11/21 Whaley
DANCING WITH DJ ROSA 11-18yrs • $45
Learn a mix of choreographed dances to your favorite hit music. You will learn dances done to a variety of Hip-hop, Pop, & Latin, beats by incorporating basic rhythmic dance steps. This is one of the few classes that allows a dancer the freedom to use their own freestyle technique in conjunction with the dance routine learned. This class is a fun-up beat energetic class that makes dancing easy and doesn't not involve a partner. Beginner friendly environment with age appropriate music. Dance party on last class. *No class 9/28,11/23. (5wk)
51063 • M • 5-6pm • 9/14-10/19 Whaley
51064• M • 5-6pm • 11/2-12/2 Whaley
BALLET , TAP & JAZZ 6-13yrs • $30
A fun way for children and teens to learn to dance and develop flexibility, coordination and confidence. A short dance routine will be taught along with basic stretches, arm and foot positions, rhythms, and posture. Note: To avoid distracting the children, parents are requested to leave the classroom during instruction(5wk). Instructor: Miss Pat.
51065 • M • 5:30-6:15pm •9/14-10/12 Bixby
51066 • M • 5:30-6:15pm • 10/19-11/16 Bixby
51067 • M • 5:30-6:15pm • 11/23-12/21 Bixby
CHILDREN’S DANCE WORKSHOP see below • $40
Includes ballet, tap and contemporary dance. Tap shoes for loan available at class. Classes held at Long Beach Dance Academy, 727 South St. (4-wks) Instructor: Liza Feliciano.
Intermediate (7-12yrs)
51068 • Sa • 9:30-10:30am • 9/5-9/26
51069 • Sa • 9:30-10:30am • 10/3-10/31
51070 • Sa • 9:30-10:30am • 11/7-11/28
Beginning (4-9yrs)
51071 • Sa • 10:30-11:30am • 9/5-9/26
51072 • Sa • 10:30-11:30am • 10/3-10/31
51073 • Sa • 10:30-11:30am • 11/7-11/28
MEXICAN FOLK DANCE (Int-Adv) see below • $65
Mexican dances from various parts of Mexico and Spain. Footwork and basic steps will be covered. Some Saturday performances throughout the year are considered class lessons teaching self-confidence and assist with outgrowing shyness. Note: To focus on instruction, the teacher requests parents not be present in the classroom during class time. Participants must wear basic dance shoes (not tap) and loose clothing. No Tennis shoes or sandals. Show will count as class. Pre-registration required. (12-wks) Instructor: Portillo
Intermediate (7-11yrs)
51076 • Sa • 10:45-11:30 • 9/12-11/28 Veterans
Advanced (12+yrs)
51077 • Sa • 9-10am • 9/12-11/28 Veterans
PIANO 7-18yrs • $110
Beginning class for children with little or no previous instruction in basic hand positioning, technique, and 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.
51078 • M • 4-5pm • 10/5-11/23 Wardlow
WHALEY PARK KIDS CHIOR 9-13yrs • $45
This choir is for both the beginning and practiced singer. The students will learn: new repertoire specifically for choir, individual vocal technique, basics in music theory and solfege, and how to have fun while singing with others. $5 material fee paid at first class meeting. Class will culminate with a concert Fri. Nov, 13,2009 at 6pm. Instructor: Sale
51079 • F • 4:30—5:30pm • 10/2-11/20 Whaley
LITTLE MUSICIANS 5-7yrs • $95
This class is designed for children who are ready for more challenging and structured musical guidance. Through playful musical experiences with singing, moving, listening and simple instruments, children will develop fundamental skills such as pitch and rhythm matching that will help them to be successful in future music learing. Classes held at Jammin’ Music, 3972 Atlantic Ave. (8-wks) *Optional Art activity Sibling Add on. If you have another child that needs attention during this class, you can add on our Little Artist class for $30. For extra sibling ages 2-8. Art activities will cover a variety of mixed media & are led by Art instructor Marla Michika.
51080 • Sa • 11-11:50am • 9/26-11/14
GUITAR 10-17yrs • $65
A beginning class designed to familiarize students with tuning the guitar and learning to play the most basic chords and melodies. Emphasis will be placed on proper playing technique and fundamental concepts of music. Bring your own guitar. Pay $5 material fee in class. Parents may stay for the 1st night only. (5-wks) Instructor: Kahlia. Classes will be held at Ogg Studio, 3930 Atlantic Ave.
51082 • M • 6:30-7:30pm • 9/14-10/12
51083 • M • 6:30-7:30pm • 10/19-11/16
51084 • M • 6:30-7:30pm • 11/23/12/21
BEGINNING KNITTER 7-14yrs • $40
Discover the timeless art of knitting. Create with your own hands stitch by stitch. Learn to cast on, knit and cast off. Beginning project is a face cloth on size 8 needles and a skein of 100% cotton yarn. $10 fee payable in class covers all materials. Instructor: Lorenzo
51093 • M • 6:15-7:15pm • 9/14-9/28 Heartwell
51094 • M • 6:15-7:15pm • 10/5-10/26 Heartwell
51095 • M • 6:15-7:15pm • 11/2-11/23 Heartwell
KIDSTAGE (Youth Acting Workshop) 7-13yrs • $90/60
KidStage is an international after school drama program for youth. This class is designed to give kids the opportunity to discover theatre and acting, build self-confidence, leadership and teamwork skills while having fun in a safe, creative environment. Classes are organized to use theater games, acting and drama exercises that empower children to discover the “performer inside us all. Curriculum includes improvisation, movement, voice, theatre terminology and much more. Child must be able to read. $5 material fee payable at first class. (6/4-wks)
51096 • T • 5-6pm • 9/15-10/6 (4-wks) Recreation
51097 • T • 5-6pm • 10/13-11/17 Recreation
51098 • T • 5-6pm • 11/24-12/29 Recreation
CHESS (Beg & Adv) 6-18yrs • $54
Students will learn everything from basic to advanced concepts. Opening play to end same checkmate patterns. During the last class, a tournament will be held with trophies and/or medals for each student. $10 Material fee paid to instructor - included Pizza and drinks. (6-wks) Instructor: Hanley.
51099 • M • 5-6:30pm • 9/14-10/19 College Est
51100 • M • 5-6:30pm • 10/26-11/30 College Est
READING DEVELOPMENT GrAdEs 1-6 • $115
A supplementary, individualized PHONICS reading program designed to improve decoding skills, comprehension, vocabulary, spelling, and fluency. Extensive testing allows specially trained teachers to implement and teach specific learning programs. Parents receive a computer printout of test results. Classes held at 5373 E. 2nd Street. $35 material fee is payable in class. Instructor: Readwrite Educational Solutions. No class 11/23, 11/25.
51102• M/W • 3:45-4:45pm • 10/5-11/2 2nd St
51103 • M/W • 3:45-4:45pm • 11/9-12/14* 2nd St
MATH DEVELOPMENT GrAdEs 2-6 • $115
This comprehensive, individualized math program evaluates students and pinpoints skill gaps. The primary building blocks of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division are continually reinforced, building a solid foundation of fundamental knowledge, leading to increased confidence as automaticity grows. Parents receive a computer printout of test results. $35 material fee is payable in class. Classes held at 5373 E. 2nd Street. No class 11/23 & 11/25
51105• M/W • 4:45-5:45pm •10/5-11-2 2nd St
51106 • M/W • 4:45-5:45pm • 11/3-12/14* 2nd St
NEW KIDS YOGA See Below • $45
Opening your child up to the world of yoga where they can learn about how their bodies move and how to creatively play as well as gaining skills like concentration and relaxation. (6-wk). Classes will be held at Yoga World, 5508 Britton Ave.
51108 • Tu • 3:15-4pm • 9/8-10/13 (3-5yrs)
51109 • Tu • 3:15-4pm • 10/27-12/1 (3-5yrs)
51110 • Tu • 4:15-5pm • 9/8-10/13 (6-12yrs)
51111 • Tu • 4:15-5pm • 10/27-12/1 (6-12yrs)
NEW BASKETBALL SKILLS CAMP See below • $30
This camp will focus on teaching the fundamental skills and concepts of Basketball in a fun, safe atmosphere. Youth Sports Staff will instruct camp participants in progressive skills including dribbling, passing, and shooting. Our experienced staff will discuss general rules, concepts, and terminology of the game. The camp will include an extensive warm up and stretching session, drills, skill development, and scrimmage sessions. The Camp will be beneficial for players of all ages and experience levels.
51112 • Sa • 9-10:30a • 9/12-9/26 (5-8yrs) Pan Am
51113 • Sa • 11-12:30p • 9/12-9/26 (9-12yrs) Pan Am
51114 • Sa • 1-2:30p • 9/12-9/26 (13-15yrs) Pan Am
INDOOR YOUTH VOLLEYBALL 10-17yrs • $40
Like Volleyball? Love Volleyball? Trying to make your school team? Want to practice your setting? Just want to get better, or just want to play and have fun? Here’s your chance. Learn the rules and improve your skills through drills and scrimmages. Sign up early class space is limited. One parent/guardian must remain on site with child for entire program. (8-wks) Instructor: Martin
51115 • Su • 4-6pm • 9/13-11/1 Pan Am
JAMA’S GYMNASTICS (Beg-Int) see below • $50
Boys and girls have fun learning all gymnastics events; floor exercise, uneven parallel bars, vault and beam. Instructors will teach all levels Beg-Int; increasing balance, coordination and strength that will benefit all the sports you will play. (5-wks) *No class 11/24, 11/28. Instructor: Jama and staff.
Beginning-I (4-9yrs)
51116• Sa • 11:15am-noon • 9/12-10/10 Wardlow
51117 • Sa • 11:15am-noon • 10/17-11/14 Wardlow
51118 • Sa • 11:15am-noon • 11/21-12/19($40)* Wardlow
Beginning-I (3 1/2-6yrs)
51119 • Tu • 4-4:45pm • 9/8-10/6 Wardlow
51120 • Tu • 4-4:45pm • 10/13-11/10 Wardlow
51121 • Tu • 4-4:45pm • 11/17-12/15($40)* Wardlow
*Beginning-II/Intermediate (6yrs & up)
51122 • Tu • 4:45-5:45pm • 9/8-10/6 Wardlow
51123 • Tu • 4:45-:45pm • 10/13-11/10 Wardlow
51124• Tu • 4:45-5:45pm • 11/17-12/15($40)* Wardlow
*Intermediate prerequisite: ability to perform cartwheels, one-arm cartwheels, round-offs and standing backbends.
FUNdamental GOLFplay™ for Kids 6-9yrs • $65
Children are able to quickly learn golf fundamentals and putting motions through imaginative and award winning experiences of art, poetry, and play that is simple, easy, and fun! Parents encouraged to listen and play with participants, benefiting own game. Putters available for in-class use. $10.00 Material fee. Clubs available for purchase. Classes at Heartwell Golf Course. Instructor: Nancy Dunn-Kato, Class A LPGA Member, 2008 US Kids Top 50 Teacher.
51125 • Tu • 5-6pm • 9/8-9/29
51126 • Tu • 5-6pm • 10/6-10/27
51127 • Tu • 5-6pm • 11/3-11/24
SOCCER 1 5-6yrs • $95
Players will learn dribbling, passing, receiving, shooting, age-specific defense, etc. Fun skill games are played at every session, and every participant will have the ball at his or her feet. Small-sided soccer matches will be introduced gradually. Shin guards are required after first meeting. Instructor: Kidz Love Soccer Staff. (8-wks)
51128 • F • 3:55-4:40pm • 10/2-11/20 El Dorado W
51129 • Sa • 11:05-11:50am • 10/3-11/21 El Dorado W
SOCCER 2 7-8yrs • $95
Play the exciting game of soccer! Explore the real sport, yet still in an instructional and nurturing environment. Be challenged by real soccer situation, venture into the fun tactical side of scrimmaging. Kids will enjoy age appropriate soccer matches and be guided through the possibilities by a KLS youth specialist. Attack and scoring goals! Pace & Possession! Defense and Transition! Themes such as these and continued individual skill building will be explored fully on the soccer field by young soccer aficionados. Kidz Love Soccer…where the score is always FUN to FUN! Shin guards are required after first meeting. (8-wks)
51132 • Sa • 11:50-12:35pm • 10/3-11/21 El Dorado W
SOCCER 3 9-11yrs • $95
See above description. (8-wks)
51136 • Sa • 11:50-12:35pm • 10/3-11/21 El Dorado W
SKATEBOARDING 6-16yrs • $125
Skateboarding is one of the world’s fastest growing sports! Whether you are just learning, or ready to learn more advanced tricks, this class is right for you. Make new friends, advance your skateboarding skills, and most importantly, have fun in our private skatepark. All skaters will receive a Skatedogs T-shirt. Requirements: A signed Skatedogs waiver form, a skateboard, knee pads, elbow pads, and a helmet.
51140 • Sa • 9:30-10:30 • 11/14-12/12 Heartwell
GLACIAL POLAR BEARS 7-14yrs • $41/$31
Pre-registration required. Beginning ice skating made easy and fun! Learn to skate forward and backwards, glide on one foot and complete a simple jump and spin. Class fee includes skate rental, half hour of instruction and a free practice session on your registered class day. Practice session times: Wednesday 7-7:30pm, Thursday 3-4pm and Saturday 10:45-11:15am. Dress warmly in layers and bring gloves or mittens. Check in at least 30 min. prior to class. *No class week of Thanksgiving.
51146 • W • 6:30-7pm • 8/26-9/16
51147 • Th • 4:30-5pm • 8/27-9/17
51148 • Sa • 11:15-11:45am • 8/29-9/19 (3wks)
51149 • W • 6:30-7pm • 9/23-10/14
51150 • Th • 4:30-5pm • 9/24-10/15
51151 • Sa • 11:15-11:45am • 9/26-10/17
51152 • W • 6:30-7pm • 10/21-11/11
51153 • Th • 4:30-5pm • 10/22-11/12
51154 • Sa • 11:15-11:45am • 10/24-11/14
51155 • W • 6:30-7pm • 11/18-12/16*
51156 • Th • 4:30-5pm • 11/19-12/17*
51157 • Sa • 11:15-11:45am • 11/21-12/19*
GLACIAL POLAR HOCKEY BEARS 7-14yrs • $41/$31
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 3-4pm and Saturday 10:45-11:15am. Dress warmly in layers and bring gloves or mittens. Check in at least 30 min. prior to class. *No class week of Thanksgiving.
51158 • Th • 4:30-5pm • 8/27-9/17
51159 • Sa • 11:15-11:45am • 8/29-9/19 (3wks)
51160 • Th • 4:30-5pm • 9/24-10/15
51161 • Sa • 11:15-11:45am • 9/26-10/17
51162 • Th • 4:30-5pm • 10/22-11/12
51163 • Sa • 11:15-11:45am • 10/24-11/14
51164 • Th • 4:30-5pm • 11/19-12/17*
51165 • Sa • 11:15-11:45am • 11/21-12/19*
CHUNG HAP MUSUL MIXED MARTIAL ARTS 4-12yrs • $50/mo
Description under ADULT SPORTS section (pg 38). Uniforms & gear available for purchase through instructor. Additional family member add $30 month. Instructor: Creel.
S400-1 • Th/F • 6-7pm • cont. El Dorado W
JUJITSU 7-12yrs • $40/mo
Self defense specifically developed for children. Students learn to control a larger opponent through the use if throws, locks and holds. Children will develop improved listening, coordination, and confidence. 1 on 1 instruction with over 25 years in LB. Visit www.Lakewoodbudokai.com for more info. New students must start at the 1st class of the month. (Ages 7-12 meet at 5:30pm, 13yrs and up at 6:30pm - See “Adult” section for 13yrs & up.) Open practice: Fridays, 5:30-7:30pm. Family rate $65/mo. Instructor: Kelton. *No class 9/7
S401-1 • M/W • 5:30-6:30pm • 9/2-9/30* Stearns
S401-2 • M/W • 5:30-6:30pm • 10/5-10/28 Stearns
S401-3 • M/W • 5:30-6:30pm • 11/2-11/25 Stearns
KARATE/ITOSU-RYU 6-15yrs • $140/100
Students learn a traditional Japanese style of Karate, Itosu-Ryu. Content includes; Kihon (basics), Kata (forms), Kumite (controlled fighting). Emphasis is placed on self discipline, manners, and respect for others. Designed for beginners, this class includes instruction for all levels of students as the progress through the ranks of the system from white belt to red belt. Testing is done on an individual basis. There will be uniforms for sale at class. Instructor: Fill. *No class 11/24, 11/26,11/28.
51166 • Tu/Th • 5-6pm • 9/1-12/15($140) Chavez
51167 • Sa • noon-1pm • 9/5-12/19($100) Chavez
