Parks, Recreation and Marine

Art and Cultural

CAMPS

LONG BEACH SUMMER MUSIC ACADEMY
Kevin Hamilton and Michelle Ellis of Wilson H.S., provide band and orchestra students a place to play over the summer. The program is for students entering 7^th and 8^th grade in the Fall, with at least one full year of music training. Classes will conclude with a public performance. For more information, visit https://bit.ly/lbsummermusicacademy, or email Mr. Hamilton, khamilton@lbschools.net. Ages: 11-15 years old. Class fee: $195.

Kevin Hamilton
Wilson High School
Tuesday, 5:30 - 8 p.m.

Class #66147    6/24 - 8/12                       

LONG BEACH SUMMER MUSIC ACADEMY-COLOR GUARD
A color guard program for kids ages 11-15 led by Wilson and Lakewood H.S. instructor Jonah Batac. Students learn the basic spinning a flag along with other dance elements. This class could be a springboard for participation in any high school color guard. Class fee: $100.

Kevin Hamilton
Wilson High School
Tuesday, 5:30 - 8 p.m.

Class #66148    6/24 - 8/12 

ART AND CULTURAL

CERAMICS WORKSHOP
Learn basic ceramics techniques: coiling, slabbing, wheel, glazing, mold making and sculpture. All skill levels welcome. We fire to cone 6. Bring notepad, pencil and material fee to first class. Additional supplies will be needed, instructor will provide the list. Ages: 16 years old and up. Class fee: $65. Studio fee: $32.

Anita Sinclair   
Bixby Park

Class #66563    7/9-8/27           6-9 p.m.           W
Class #66564    7/7-8/25           9-noon             M
Class #66565    7/6-8/24           1:30-4:30 p.m.  Su

ADVANCED CERAMICS WORKSHOP
Experiment with materials and techniques not covered in the basic ceramics workshop. We fire to cone 6. Do self-directed projects with guidance during this class. Additional supplies are available for students with technical sufficiency and a desire to explore deeper into ceramic processes. Bring samples of work, notepad, pencil, your clay, tools and material fee to first class meeting. Ages: 16 years old and up. Class fee: $65. Studio fee: $32.

Anita Sinclair
Bixby Park
Thursday, 6-9 p.m.

Class #66562    7/10-8/28

DRAWING FUNDAMENTALS
Learn to draw through a series of skill based exercises. You will be taught contour line, positive/negative space, value, shading, perspective, compositions, and more. All skills levels welcome. Instructor will provide materials list. Ages: 16 years old and up. Class fee: $65.

Anita Sinclair
Bixby Park
Monday, 12:30-3:30 p.m.

Class #66566    7/7-8/25 

OIL PAINTING
Representational oil painting of still life arrangements and landscapes from observation. All skill levels welcome. We will focus on techniques, skill building, color mixing, composition and conceptual skills. Instructor will provide materials list. Ages: 16 years old and up. Class fee: $65.

Anita Sinclair
Bixby Park
Sunday, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Class #66567    7/6-8/24

DANCE

MEXICAN FOLKLORICO - INTERMEDIATE
Learn dances from different regions of Mexico. A very fast paced intermediate class, students must have some dance experience. Shows count as a class. Attire: closed toe shoes, sweatpants, shorts or skirts for flexibility as well as hair pulled back from face. Ages: 14-17 years old. Class fee: $92. *No class 7/5.

Irene Portillo   
Veterans Park
Saturday, 10:45 - 11:30 a.m.

Class #67066    6/7 - 8/2*           

MEXICAN FOLKLORICO - ADVANCED INTERMEDIATE
Learn dances from different regions of Mexico. Students must have the ability to learn to keep up with fast paced dance steps. Shows count as a class. Attire: closed toe shoes, sweatpants, shorts or skirts for flexibility and hair pulled back from face. Ages: 12-18 years old. Class fee: $92. *No class 7/5.

Irene Portillo   
Veterans Park
Saturday, 11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

Class #67064    6/7 - 8/2*           

MEXICAN FOLKLORICO - ADVANCED
Learn dances from different regions of Mexico. Students must have the ability to learn to keep up with fast paced dance steps. Shows count as a class. Attire: closed toe shoes, sweatpants, shorts or skirts for flexibility and hair pulled back from face. Ages: 14-17 years old. Class fee: $92. *No class 7/5.

Irene Portillo   
Veterans Park
Saturday, 9:45 - 10:45 a.m.

Class #67063    6/7 - 8/2*           

DOG TRAINING

DOG BEHAVIOR TRAINING 101 POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT
Train your dog to be well-behaved without the use of fear or intimidation. Learn rewards and consequences and decrease rewards as behaviors are learned. Class covers foundation behaviors, basic commands, and more! Dogs four months and older with current vaccines. Contact 714.821.6622 or CrossroadsPetResort.com for information. Ages: 10 years old and up. Class fee: $185. Material fee: $10. 

Crossroads Country Club Pet Resort
Marina Vista Park
Saturday, 9:30-10:30 a.m.

Class #66061    6/7-7/5            
Class #66062    7/26-8/23 

DOG BEHAVIOR TRAINING 201 POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT
Build on the foundation behaviors you learned in 101 class. Practice more advanced commands with added distance, duration, distractions and more! Vaccines must be current. Ages: 10 years old and up. For more information: 714.821.6622 or CrossroadsPetResort.com. Class fee: $185. Material fee: $10.

Crossroads Country Club Pet Resort
Marina Vista Park
Saturday, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Class #66063    6/7-7/5            
Class #66064    7/26-8/23 

FITNESS

40-30-20 INTERVAL TRAINING
Increase strength, endurance, flexibility, and cardiovascular fitness. Become lean, agile, strong, toned during 40, 30, and 20 second Tabata Boot Camp-style intervals. All fitness levels welcome. Bring resistance band and mat. Ages: 16 years old and up.Class fee: $60.  Optional one time equipment fee of up to $15. Walk-in fee available. *No class 6/23. 

Tami Santy
Recreation Park
Monday, 6-6:45 p.m.

Class #66115    6/2-7/7*
Class #66116    7/14-8/18

B.L.A.S.T. TOTAL BODY FITNESS
This full-body workout boosts your metabolism, and helps you Become Lean, Agile, Strong, Toned with a combination of strength, cardio and agility/sports movements. We use body weight, kettlebells, agility ladders, battle ropes, and other fitness toys - each workout is unique and challenging. All fitness levels welcome. Ages: 16 years old and up. Bring dumbbells, resistance band, and mat. Walk-in fee available. *No class 6/26.

Tami Santy
El Dorado Park West
Thursday, 6-6:45 p.m.

Class #66121    6/5-7/10*         $60
Class #66122    7/24-8/21         $48 

CARDIO KICKBOX FUSION
Punch and kick your way to a healthy, strong, resilient body. This class will challenge your body and mind using kickboxing combinations and optional jump roping. All levels welcome. Ages: 16 years old and up. Bring mat and jump rope. Class fee: $60. Walk-in fee available. *No class 6/24.

Tami Santy
El Dorado Park West
Tuesday, 6-6:45 p.m.

Class #66127    6/3-7/8*
Class #66128    7/15-8/19 

YOGA WITH LACEY
An all levels, alignment-based class includes poses and movement focused on strength, stretching and balance. Breathing and relaxation techniques are explored for mind and body awareness. Ages: 16 years old and up. Bring a yoga mat, 2 yoga blocks and yoga strap. Walk-in fee available.

Lacey Marsac  
Wardlow Park

Class #66161    6/2-6/30           6:15-7:15 p.m.  M         $50
Class #66162    7/7-7/28           6:15-7:15 p.m.  M         $40
Class #66163    8/4-8/25           6:15-7:15 p.m.  M         $40
Class #66164    6/2-6/30           7:30-8:30 p.m.  M         $50
Class #66165    7/7-7/28           7:30-8:30 p.m.  M         $40
Class #66166    8/4-8/25           7:30-8:30 p.m.  M         $40
Class #66167    6/4-6/25           6:15-7:15 p.m.  W         $40
Class #66168    7/2-7/30           6:15-7:15 p.m.  W         $50
Class #66169    8/6-8/27           6:15-7:15 p.m.  W         $40
Class #66170    6/4-6/25           7:30-8:30 p.m.  W         $40
Class #66171    7/2-7/30           7:30-8:30 p.m.  W         $50
Class #66172    8/6-8/27           7:30-8:30 p.m.  W         $40

SPORTS

JUJITSU
Japanese Jujitsu self-defense. Students learn escapes, throws, locks, and holds to control a larger opponent from an instructor with over 45 years of self-defense experience. Class is for beginners and advanced students. New students start first week of each month. Ages: 13 years old and up. Class fee: $45. www.LakewoodBudoKai.com. 

Russell Kelley
Stearns Champions Park
Monday Wednesday Friday, 7-8 p.m.

Class #66214    6/2-6/30          
Class #66215    7/2-7/30
Class #66216    8/4-8/27 

KARATE
Okinawan Shorin Ryu Karate; learn blocks, punches, strikes, and kicks to defend against an attack from an instructor with over 45 years of self-defense experience. Class is for beginners and advanced students. New students start first week of each month. Ages: 13 years old and up. Class fee: $45. www.LakewoodBudoKai.com.

Russell Kelley  
Stearns Champions Park
Monday Wednesday Friday, 8-9 p.m.

Class #66217    6/2-6/30
Class #66218    7/2-7/30
Class #66219    8/4-8/27 

KARATE - SHOTOKAN
Japanese Karate retains all the traditions of this ancient art. The philosophy and rules of karate will help develop a better form of discipline and respect. Consistent training helps students become stronger and develop confidence. Karate will teach students the customs and courtesies of Japanese culture. Uniforms are available for an additional amount. More information will be given during the first class. Ages: 10 years old and up. Class fee: $95.

Jony Martinez
Cesar Chavez Park
Monday Wednesday Friday, 7:15-8:45 p.m.

Class #66198    6/2-6/30          
Class #66199    7/2-7/30
Class #66200    8/1-8/29