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HomeMy WebLinkAboutWinterSpring Rec Guide 21-22 - 8.5x11 We are reimagining recreationWe are reimagining recreation Stay up to date on the process! For more information visit icgov.org/parksrecmasterplan icgov.org/Recreation Welcome Letter ................................................... 3 Recreation Center Locations ............................ 3 Staff Directory ...................................................... 4 Covid-19 ................................................................. 4 General Information ............................................ 5 Photo Policy .......................................................... 6 Register Now ........................................................ 6 Teach Classes ........................................................ 6 Follow Us ............................................................... 7 Rentals .................................................................... 7 Explore Our Parks ................................................ 8 Adult Recreation ............................................... 13 Aquatics ............................................................... 26 Inclusive Recreation ......................................... 32 Youth Recreation ............................................. 45 Special Events .................................................... 74 Rec Assist Birthday Parties Roller Skating Tot Time Page 10 Page 11 Page 43 Page 44 2icgov.org/Recreation Hello Parks and Recreation Community! Welcome to the 2021/2022 Winter-Spring issue of the Iowa City Parks and Recreation Guide. In this edition, you will find information about activities and programs offered from January into May. We encourage you to explore our newly designed park and amenities map, where we hope you discover park features that are lesser-known in our park system. Maps can be found online at icgov.org/Parks. Many trails in Iowa City parks are cleared of snow to allow for winter outdoor activities. Bundle up and take a hike! As you browse through our guide, you will find many activities, programs, and events available for everyone to enjoy during the winter and spring months. Not only will you find many opportunities for your personal growth and enrichment, but you will also find a variety of ways to get your family and friends involved in our community. Be sure to check our online registration system for complete details at icgov.org/ActivityRegistration. If you are a returning participant, welcome back! If you are new here and haven't tried our programs or events before, we encourage you to have some fun and get plugged in. All the Best, Juli Seydell Johnson, Director of Parks and Recreation Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center 220 South Gilbert Street Phone: 319-356-5100 Facility Hours Monday - Friday 6:15 AM – 9 PM Saturdays 6:15 AM – 8 PM Sundays 11 AM – 8 PM Mercer Park Aquatic Center and Scanlon Gymnasium 2701 Bradford Drive Phone: 319-356-5100 Holidays Hours 12/24 - Facilities Closed 12/25 - Facilities Closed 12/31 - Administrative Offices Closed - Facilities 6:15 am - 5 pm 1/1 - Facilities Closed City Park Pool - Seasonal 200 Park Road Phone: 319-356-5100 1/17 - Administrative Offices Closed - Regular Facility Hours 4/17 - Facilities Closed 5/30 - Administrative Offices Closed - Regular Facility Hours 3icgov.org/Recreation Juli Seydell Johnson Tyler Baird Brad Barker Russ Buffington Joyce Carroll Kate Connell Matt Eidahl Morgan Gerdes RaQuishia Harrington Kumi Morris Tammy Neumann Jeff Sears Parks & Recreation Director Parks & Forestry Superintendent Recreation Superintendent Cemetery Supervisor Recreation Supervisor -STEAM, Nature, Art & Camps Recreation Supervisor -Aquatics Assistant Recreation Superintendent & Youth Sports Recreation Supervisor -Communications & Special Events Recreation Supervisor -Inclusive Recreation & Underserved Populations Facilities Manager Administrative Secretary & Farmers Market Coordinator Recreation Supervisor -Adult Recreation & Field Rentals juli-sjohnson@iowa-city.org tyler-baird@iowa-city.org brad-barker@iowa-city.org russell-buffington@iowa-city.org joyce-carroll@iowa-city.org kate-connell@iowa-city.org matt-eidahl@iowa-city.org morgan-gerdes@iowa-city.org raquishia-harrington@iowa-city.org kumi-morris@iowa-city.org tammy-neumann@iowa-city.org jeff-sears@iowa-city.org Covid-19 Update Covid-19 has presented many changes to our normal routines. All decisions made by the Parks and Recreation Department are made to keep you, our users of the City's parks and recreation programs, safe during this pandemic. We will continue to monitor the safety precautions in place and adjust if needed. We've been there for your family for a lot of your firsts. First swim in the pool, first TKD class, and first home runs. We have a lot more firsts to offer your family, but we need your help following the Covid- 19 safety precautions. For updates on all City services related to COVID, visit icgov.org/Coronavirus. 4icgov.org/Recreation Account Credits & Transfers Request for account credits and transfers must be made at least three business days prior to the first class meeting. Prorated credits for health reasons may be considered after the program begins. Requests must be made in writing to the appropriate program supervisor. A doctor’s certificate may be required. No account credits will be given for programs that have concluded. Contact the program supervisor for account credits. Americans with Disabilities Act & Inclusive Recreation Services The Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department (ICPRD) is pleased to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability. In addition, the ADA requires that all people be given the opportunity to recreate in an “integrated setting.” Inclusion within ICPRD means that all people are welcome to participate in the same recreation programs and activities. Reasonable accommodations are provided to enable an individual’s successful participation in a program. Some minimum eligibility requirements (age, level of participation), must be met in order to participate. Examples of accommodations include, but are not limited to, activity modification, adaptive equipment, changing staff-to-participant ratios, additional staff training, effective communications for persons with hearing impairments, financial assistance, and/or monitoring accommodations for effectiveness. Please contact RaQuishia Harrington at 319-356-5228 or raquishia-harrington@iowa-city.org at least two weeks prior to the activity start date to ensure your individual needs are met. Class Size Limits are placed on the size of some classes to assure quality instruction. Registration is first-come, first-served. Classes are reviewed at least three working days prior to the start and those with insufficient enrollment are subject to cancellation. Registration must be made prior to participation in any Parks and Recreation activity. Facility Age Requirement Only youth currently 12 years old and up will be allowed into Recreation Division facilities without an adult but must have a facility pass. Youth 11 years old and under must be accompanied and supervised by an adult. Facilities Pass An ICPRD-issued facilities pass is required during free play in the gym, game room, and fitness room. The pass system allows staff to better assess community needs by monitoring facility usage to help plan future services and amenities. Patrons 16 years of age and older can be issued a pass during open facility hours. Youth ages 12-15 years can be issued a pass provided a parent/guardian is present to complete it. Note: Facility policy prohibits youth 11 years and under from using the facility, including pools, unless accompanied by an adult, or individual 16 years or older. How to Sign Up for Cancellation Information Go to icgov.org/Rainoutline and select Email and Text Alerts. Select the extension you prefer to be notified on. Non-Resident Fees Iowa City residents (persons living inside Iowa City city limits), through property taxes, contribute to the operation of the Parks and Recreation Department. Non-resident fees are assessed to our non-resident patrons to contribute to the overall financing of the Department on an equitable basis with our residents. 5icgov.org/Recreation Photos While in our parks, facilities, and participating in our programs and events, you and/or your children may be videotaped or photographed by a Parks and Recreation employee, volunteer, or photographer. Photos may be used for activity guides, websites, other promotional items, group pictures, or by the media. Recreation registration and facility rentals serve as permission for use of your image. Due to the public nature of our programs and facilities, we cannot be responsible for photographs taken by the media or others. Should you have any concerns, contact the Iowa City Recreation Division at reception@iowa-city.org Registering for Activities Complete class descriptions can be found online in the ActiveNet registration program. There are three easy ways to register for ICPRD programs. 1.Register online at, icgov.org/ActivityRegistration 2.Register in-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center. 3.Register by phone, 319-356-5100. Contact customer service during regular facility hours. Share Your Talent Have a talent you would like to share? We are always looking for new and fun instructors to start new programs! To submit your program idea or to find out more about teaching, contact Brad Barker at brad-barker@iowa- city.org. 6icgov.org/Recreation Follow Us on Social icparksandrec iowacityfarmersmarket icfarmersmarket Reservations & Rentals Iowa City Parks and Recreation has a variety of shelters, sports fields, meeting rooms, and special event venues for your next birthday party, baby shower, family gathering, banquet, or event. Facilities Ned Ashton House | Terry Trueblood Park Lodge Riverside Festival Stage | Recreation Center Meeting Rooms Open Air Park Shelters | Indoor Park Shelters | Athletic Fields For information on rental facilities and availability visit icgov.org/EventFacilities. Shelter Rentals Reservations for park shelters may be made as early as one year in advance, but no later than 5 days in advance of intended use. If you desire to use a shelter but missed the 5-day advance reservation cut-off, open-air shelters are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Payment is required at the time of reservation. Fees vary according to the size of the shelter. Shelters are available for rent year-round, however, restroom and water amenities are seasonal. For more information on shelter rentals or to reserve, visit icgov.org/EventFacilities or call 319-356-5100. 7icgov.org/Recreation 8 icgov.org/Recreation Parks and Trails Iowa City is home to over 50 parks, natural areas, and open spaces. Almost 100 percent (99.4 %) of Iowa City residents live within 1/2 of a mile of open space areas, including the City’s parks, schoolyards, or natural areas. The Parks and Forestry Division provides and maintains adequate open space, parks, and trails for the residents of Iowa City. To plan your next outdoor adventure visit icgov.org/Parks Dogs in Iowa City Parks The City of Iowa City is a pet-friendly community. In order to ensure that all users have a great recreational experience, we need pet owners to follow City rules and regulations related to walking dogs in public areas, parks, open spaces, and trails. Owners must keep their dogs on a leash and are responsible for picking up after their pets. Iowa City Parks and Recreation has two dog parks where dogs are allowed off- leash. They provide opportunities for exercise, socialization, and training. All dogs must display either a park permit tag or a day pass to use the off-leash dog parks. Owners without permits or passes may be fined. Iowa City residents must have a current City of Iowa City Animal License to get a dog park tag. Proof of rabies vaccination is also required to use the dog parks. Rita's Ranch Dog Park 640 South Scott Boulevard Thornberry Off-leash Dog Park 1867 Foster Road For information about our dog parks including tag pricing and rules visit icgov.org/DogPark 9icgov.org/Recreation Iowa City Parks and Recreation has something for everyone! We are now accepting applications for RecAssist, our income-eligible discount program. One application for Iowa City residents per calendar year. For more information visit, icgov.org/ActivityRegistration. icgov.org/Recreation 10 Birthday Parties Iowa City Parks and Recreation offers a variety of birthday party rental packages. If you are hosting a birthday party, we have you covered. For information on availability, as well as pricing information read below. If you have any questions after reviewing this page, please contact the Iowa City Parks and Recreation Customer Service desk at (319) 356-5100, reception@iowa- city.org, or stop by our customer service desks at either recreation center during normal business hours. Swim Parties Roller Skating Parties Days of the week: Saturdays Days of the week: Fridays Times: 1:00-5:30 PM Times: 5:00 -7:00 PM Ages: 6+ Ages: 5+ Price: $165 Price: $130 Supervisor: Kate Connell Supervisor: Joyce Carroll Ceramics Parties Play Parties Days of the week: Saturdays Days of the week: Fridays and Saturdays Times: 9:00 -11:00 AM Times: 11:00 AM -7:00 PM Ages: 3+ Ages: 1 -8 Price: $130 Price: $130 Supervisor: Joyce Carroll Supervisor: Matt Eidahl STEAM Parties Days of the week: Sundays Times: 2:00 -4:00 PM Ages: 3+ Price: $130 Supervisor: Joyce Carroll 11 icgov.org/Recreation WE'RE GETTING SHADY Root 4 Trees Trees are an intrinsic part of the quality of life in Iowa City. Trees can improve a neighborhood’s appearance and provide health benefits for residents. They can offer shade and provide a windbreak, which reduces energy bills. They also remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, decrease runoff, and provide habitat for birds and other urban wildlife. Because they have such a variety of benefits that improve our environment, they are an important part of the City’s Climate Action Plan. Help the City grow and expand our tree canopy coverage and tree diversity. You can participate by filling out an application to receive a tree voucher and save 50% OFF on the purchase of a tree at participating Iowa City locations. Trees obtained through the Root for Trees voucher program must be planted on the purchaser's private property. For residents wishing to plant their tree in the Right-of-Way, a no-fee permit will require City approval before purchasing the tree. Must be an Iowa City resident to apply. For more information about Root 4 Trees, visit icgov.org/Root4Trees. icgov.org/Recreation 12 Basketball Life Skills Adult Basketball Play once a week plus a season-ending tournament. Teams entered on a first-come basis (no registration priorities are given to teams who have participated in past seasons). Teams must submit a valid roster with their entry fee. Max 6 teams. Cost: $310 Location: Grant Wood Elementary School Gym Age: 18+ 15676 1/16 4/24 Su 5:00 PM 8:00 PM Women's History Month: Wellness Wednesday In celebration of Women's History Month each week we will discuss a new topic surrounding women's health and wellness. A great opportunity to learn new skills and connect with other women in your community. Activities to include nutrition, workout tips, mindfulness, and health and beauty. Cost: $25 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 12+ 15941 3/2 3/30 W 6:00 PM 7:30 PM 13 icgov.org/Recreation Roller Skating Nature Education Free Adults Only Roller Skating We offer free open roller skating for Adults only on select Friday evenings. Skates provided. Socks are required. Personal all-sports helmets and wrist pads are recommended. Pre-registration is not required. Check out our STEAM Maker space activities for the kids during these free skate times. Search Friday Nights at the STEAM Maker Space. Cost: Free Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 18+ 15885 1/14, 2/11, 3/11, 4/8 F 6:00 PM 7:45 PM Stream Table Intro for Community Educators This class is designed to introduce community educators to the Iowa City Parks and Recreation's EmRiver Stream Table, an interactive engaging educational tool funded by the DNR REAP CEP grant. The stream table is available for educators to check out and use in their classrooms. This class will cover how to set up and take down the table and demonstrate some of the principles that can be explored using the table. Cost: Free Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 18+ 15912 3/15 3/15 Tu 1:00 PM 2:30 PM 14 icgov.org/Recreation Nature Education - Green Iowa AmeriCorpsStarting Garden Seeds Get a head start on the growing season as we learn how to start vegetable and flower seeds inside. Participants will plant a small tray of seeds to take home with them. Cost: $15 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 14+ 15911 4/9 4/9 Sa 1:00 PM 2:00 PM Garden Structure and Design A brief overview of different gardening styles and methods. Participants will be shown a range of design styles and tips on creating a successful planting plan. Cost: Free Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 14+ 15930 3/14 3/19 M/Sa 6:00 PM/11:00 AM Spring Soil Preparation and Amendments This class will give a brief overview of different methods for preparing your soil and a variety of materials that can be used. Participants will be given a list of materials and local places to purchase items they are interested in. Cost: Free Location: Wetherby Park Age: 14+ 15931 3/29 4/3 Su/Tu 6:00 PM/2:00 PM 15 icgov.org/Recreation Nature Education - Green Iowa AmeriCorpsPlants and Seeds: Selection and Care This class will explain how to select the right seeds for your garden and how to best prepare them for optimal germination. Participants will also learn how to identify healthy greenhouse plants and how to care for them prior to planting. Cost: Free Location: Wetherby Park Age: 14+ 15933 4/13 4/16 W/Sa 6:00 PM/1:00 PM Planting and Support Systems This class will give a brief overview of different methods for preparing your soil and a variety of materials that can be used. Participants will be given a list of materials and local places to purchase items they are interested in. Cost: Free Location: Wetherby Park Age: 14+ 15934 4/21 4/24 Su/Th 6:00 PM/11:00 AM 16 icgov.org/Recreation Nature Education - Green Iowa AmeriCorpsWatering, Weeding & Watching Gardeners will learn proper water techniques, how to best manage weeds, and spot emerging issues before they become a problem. Participants will receive a weed identification and common garden plant problem-solving booklet. Cost: Free Location: Wetherby Park Age: 14+ 15935 4/29 4/30 F/Sa 6:00 PM/11:00 AM Integrated Pest Management Gardeners will learn the methodology behind integrated pest management practices. Participants will receive a booklet on insect identification and problem-solving booklet. Cost: Free Location: Wetherby Park Age: 14+ 15936 5/5 5/7 Th/Sa 6:00 PM/11:00 AM Pruning and Harvesting Gardeners will be instructed on where, when, and how to prune common Iowa garden plants. Each participant will receive a booklet that illustrates ripeness and how to determine when garden plants are ready to harvest. Cost: Free Location: Wetherby Park Age: 14+ 15937 6/13 6/18 M/Sa 6:00 PM/11:00 AM 17 icgov.org/Recreation FitnessParkRun -City Park ParkRun is a positive, welcoming, and inclusive experience on Saturday mornings where there is no time limit and no one finishes last. Everyone is welcome to come along, whether you walk, jog, run, volunteer, or spectate. Registration is completely FREE and only needs to be done once on the www.parkrun.us website (bring your registration barcode to every race)! Cost: Free Location: City Park Age: All Ages Welcome 15910 1/8 5/28 Sa 8:00 AM 9:00 AM Walking Club -Mercer Park This is a very casual/informal community get-together for people of "ALL AGES" who want to meet new friends while walking around the beautiful neighborhood surrounding Mercer Park. The group will meet up at the entrance to the Aquatic Center at 1 pm on Wednesdays and begin their stroll for one hour. If you feel you are in an exercise rut and need to get started again with a workout, this is a perfect way to join a group and find the motivation to get back into shape and find new friends along the way. Cost: Free Location: Mercer Park Age: All Ages Welcome 15661 1/5 5/25 W 1:00 PM 2:00 PM 18 icgov.org/Recreation FitnessWellness Wednesday A weekly wellness class to introduce participants to light workouts and simple healthy meal ideas. Every week will be another opportunity to learn a new skill and kick start a holistic approach to health and wellness. Cost: $24 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 12+ 15943 2/2 2/23 W 6:00 PM 7:15 PM Barre3 in the Park Our Barre3 class is 45 minutes and is a full-body balanced workout combining strength conditioning, cardio, and mindfulness. We'll move our bodies joyfully and connect safely outdoors. Please bring an exercise mat, filled water bottle, and handheld weights if you have them. Cost: $10 Location: Terry Trueblood Recreation Area Age: 18+ 15677 5/14 5/14 Sa 9:30 AM 10:15 AM 19 icgov.org/Recreation Arts and Crafts Anatomical and Medical Illustration with Hani Elkadi Drawing anatomically for interested adults, medical and dental students, nurses, sport and physical therapists. Cost: $80 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 16+ 15875 1/22 3/12 Sa 2:00 PM 3:30 PM Figure Drawing for Adults with Hani Elkadi Sketching and drawing models, movements, action, and facial expressions. Cost: $80 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 14+ 15874 1/22 3/12 Sa 12:30 PM 1:30 PM Private and Semi Private Ceramic Classes by Arrangement Contact Joyce Carroll for details. Cost: Varies Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 16+ 15307 1/3 5/20 Everyday TBD TBD 20 icgov.org/Recreation Arts and CraftsHand Built Platters & Dishes Workshop Learn how to make platters and dishes using slump and hump molds. After forming platters and dishes we will use stamps textured rollers, and other materials to add texture to our creations. Cost: $30 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 14+ 15866 1/8 1/22 Sa 9:00 AM 11:00 AM Hand Built Ceramic Coil Bowl Workshop Learn how to make a ceramic bowl using the coil method. After firing our pieces, glazing will take place on the second meeting day. Cost: $30 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 14+ 15867 2/12 2/26 Sa 9:00 AM 11:00 AM Hand Built Ceramic Mugs & Cups Workshop Learn how to make cups and mugs using a slab roller. We will practice several techniques for creating handles and attaching them to our mugs. After firing our pieces, glazing will take place at the second meeting date. Cost: $30 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 14+ 15868 3/12 3/26 Sa 9:00 AM 11:00 AM 21 icgov.org/Recreation Arts and Crafts Ceramics for Beginning & Continuing Students Learn basic clay techniques to form pottery with and without the need for a wheel. Your hands can form plates, bowls, platters, and more without the use of the wheel. Once you have the feel of the clay, we will begin to form bowls and cylinders on the wheel. Continuing students will learn more difficult techniques and skills. Cost: $160 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 16+ 15859 1/18 3/8 Tu 10:00 AM 12:00 PM 15860 1/18 3/8 Tu 1:00 PM 3:00 PM 15861 1/19 3/9 W 6:00 PM 8:00 PM 15862 3/20 5/15 Su 2:00 PM 4:00 PM 15863 3/22 5/10 Tu 10:00 AM 12:00 PM 15864 3/22 5/10 Tu 1:00 PM 3:00 PM 15865 3/23 5/11 W 6:00 PM 8:00 PM Potters Studio User Card To qualify for a Potters Studio card you must have taken a class in ceramics offered by the ICPR Department or prove proficiency in ceramics. The studio is closed during class times listed in the rec guide. For more information contact Joyce Carroll. Cost: Card -$200 | Clay -$20 per 25lb. bag Hours: M-F8AM -7:30PM |Sa&Su1 -7:30PM 22 icgov.org/Recreation Cost: Dance and Movement Line Dance Learn the most popular line dances in the area so you can join in the fun at your favorite country spot. Three dances are taught per session. Music will be played during breaks so that you can practice dances you have learned. Line Dancing is a fun way to exercise and make friends! Tweens and teens are welcome too! Cost: $24 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 14+ 15869 1/11 2/1 Tu 7:15 PM 8:45 PM 15870 2/8 3/1 Tu 7:15 PM 8:45 PM 15871 3/8 3/29 Tu 7:15 PM 8:45 PM 15872 4/5 4/26 Tu 7:15 PM 8:45 PM 15873 5/3 5/24 Tu 7:15 PM 8:45 PM 23 icgov.org/Recreation Martial Arts Aikido Safe, consistent, inclusive training in the Japanese martial art of Aikido. We develop an ongoing program that both introduces beginners to Aikido, as well as provides experienced students a path to life-long growth in this martial art. Teaching methods are drawn from The United States Aikido Federation Handbook. Cost: $25 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 12+ 15663 1/3 1/31 M/W 6:30 PM 8:00 PM 15664 2/2 2/28 M/W 6:30 PM 8:00 PM 15665 3/2 3/30 M/W 6:30 PM 8:00 PM 15666 4/4 4/27 M/W 6:30 PM 8:00 PM 15667 5/2 5/25 M/W 6:30 PM 8:00 PM 24 icgov.org/Recreation Adult Team Volleyball Adult CoRec A & B Team Volleyball CoRec leagues are available with various divisions of competition. Divisions may be combined if not enough teams sign up. Play once a week plus a season-ending tournament. Teams entered on a first-come basis (no registration priorities are given to teams who have participated in past seasons). The person signing up is responsible to find their own teammates and must submit a valid roster before the first game. Cost: $90 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 18+ 15671 | A 1/16 4/10 Su 1:30 PM 5:30 PM 15670 | B 1/16 4/10 Su 1:30 PM 5:30 PM Adult Women's A & B Team Volleyball Women's leagues are available with various divisions of competition. Divisions may be combined if not enough teams sign up. Play once a week plus a season-ending tournament. Teams entered on a first-come basis (no registration priorities are given to teams who have participated in past seasons). The person signing up is responsible to find their own teammates and must submit a valid roster before the first game. Cost: $90 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 18+ 15672 | A 1/18 4/12 Tu 6:15 PM 9:15 PM 15673 | B 1/18 4/12 Tu 6:15 PM 9:15 PM 25 icgov.org/Recreation Iowa City Pools Hours: Visit icgov.org/Pools City Park Pool 200 Park Road Open Seasonally Memorial Day - Labor Day Mercer Park Aquatic Center 2701 Bradford Drive Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center 220 South Gilbert Street Iowa City Splash Pads Hours: 9am - 8pm Open Seasonally Memorial Day - Labor Day Fairmeadows Park 2413 Miami Drive Tower Court Park 199 Marietta Avenue Wetherby Park 2400 Taylor Drive Class Offerings We offer a variety of water fitness classes at Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center and Mercer Park Aquatic Center. For the most up-to- date class offerings or to enroll in classes, please visit icgov.org/Pools or call our customer service staff at 319-356-5100. Admission Daily Children (under 3) - FREE Children & Adults (over 2) - $4 Pool Pass Punch Card 10 admits, non-expiring Resident - $32 Non-resident - $37 30 Day Pool Pass Valid for 30 days from purchase Resident Single - $21 Non-resident Single - $31.50 Resident Household - $39 Non-resident Household - $58.50 Annual Pool Pass Valid for 1 year from purchase Resident Single - $227 Non-resident Single - $340.50 Resident Household - $439 * Non-resident Household - $658.50 * * Individuals residing in one household can utilize our Household Pass. Adults with different last names will be asked to verify residence. Individuals residing in one household with over 5 members can be added to the monthly or annual pass for an additional charge. ** Additional household members are $25 per person. *** Individuals and households who are approved for RecAssist, our low-income supplemental program, are eligible to receive 50% off of all pool passes. 26 icgov.org/Recreation Group Swim Lesson Level Guide All American Red Cross levels are designed to build upon each other. Age ranges are based on the actual age of child upon start date. Adult-Child (Ages: 6-36 months): An introductory course which covers safety topics and water readiness skills through parent-led games and songs. Water entry and exit safety is emphasized along with general aquatic safety skills. Children must be accompanied for entire class by person age 16+. Pre-school 1 (Ages: 3-4 years): Orients children to the aquatic environment and teaches them basic aquatic skills such as moving legs and arms, blowing bubbles, and entering and exiting the pool safely. Pre-school 2 (Ages: 3-4 years): Builds upon the skills learned in Preschool 1 to gain more comfort and independence moving through front and back floats, kicks, and coordinated movements. Pre-school 3 (Ages: 3-4 years): Helps children start to gain swimming propulsive skills on their front and back independently with their face in the water. Level 1 (Ages: 5+ years): Builds on skills acquired in Preschool levels 1-3, participants perform skills with and without assistance from instructor. Level 2 (Ages: 5+ years): Extends on skills from Level 1 with emphasis on longer and more independent attempts at swimming on front and back. Level 3 (Ages: 5+ years): Focuses on feet and head first entries, scissor kick, backstroke, and most significantly, establishment of rotary breathing to the side during front crawl. Level 4 (Ages: 5+ years): Introduces breaststroke, butterfly, and sidestroke. Emphasis on strength, endurance, and refinement of front and back crawl. Level 5 (Ages: 5+ years): Emphasizes diving, treading, sculling, and turns. Introduces lap swimming of all six strokes learned in Levels 3 and 4. Level 6 (Ages: 5+ years): Refinement of turns, strokes, and dives is emphasized along with basic water rescue skills. 27 icgov.org/Recreation Pre-teen/Teen (Ages 12-15): Gain water safety awareness and confidence in the water. Basic floating, kicking, and introduction to front and back crawl and basic water safety skills are covered. Adult (Ages: 16+): Gain water safety awareness and confidence in the water. Basic floating, kicking, and introduction to front and back crawl and basic water safety skills are covered. Senior Adult (Ages: 50+): Gain water safety awareness and confidence in the water. Basic floating, kicking, and introduction to front and back crawl and basic water safety skills are covered. Family Lessons: A customized lesson experience designed for the immediate family unit of adult(s) and child(ren). Progression of water safety and skills will follow the participants needs and skill level. Enrollment done directly through Lesson Coordinator or Supervisor. 28 icgov.org/Recreation Private Lessons Level Guide All private lessons are designed with the participant in mind. Each lesson lasts for 20-minutes and follows the American Red Cross progression of skills outlined in the level guide. Participants must be 3 years of age at the start of the session. Arranged Private Lessons: Pre-scheduled private lessons. 1:1 ratio of instructor to participant. Adaptive Private Lessons: For individuals who have developmental and/or physical differences at a pre-scheduled time. 1:1 ratio of instructor to participant. Enrollment done directly through Lesson Coordinator or Supervisor. Custom Private Lessons: Coordinated with instructor within date range to schedule a day and time that works for both parties outside of arranged private lesson times. 1:1 or 1:2 (for added fee of $20 for 2nd participant) ratio of instructor to participant. Lesson Offerings For the most up-to-date lesson offerings or to enroll in lessons, please visit icgov.org/ActivityRegistration or call our customer service staff at 319-356-5100. Swim Lesson Sessions Session #1 - February 6 - March 10 Session #2 - March 20 - April 21 Please note: Lessons may fill with scholarship recipients. 29 icgov.org/Recreation Red Cross Certifications Blended Lifeguard Training Learn to be a professional lifeguard through the American Red Cross Blended Learning and Classroom Lifeguarding Courses. This training provides entry-level participants the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries, and sudden illness until EMS personnel take over. Upon successful completion, candidates will have a Lifeguard certification valid for 2 years. Cost: $170 Location: Mercer Park Aquatic Center and Scanlon Gym 15741 1/21 1/23 F/Sa/Su 15742 2/25 2/27 F/Sa/Su 15743 3/25 3/27 F/Sa/Su 15746 4/29 5/1 F/Sa/Su Water Safety Instructor Through video and hands-on skill building, the course includes all the water safety and drowning prevention tools and information needed to plan and conduct courses in American Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety Program, including Parent and Child Aquatics, Preschool Aquatics, Learn-To-Swim, Longfellow's WHALE Tales, Safety for Swim Coaches, six water safety presentations and two water safety courses. Cost: $200 Location: Mercer Park Aquatic Center and Scanlon Gym 15747 1/28 1/30 F/Sa/Su 30 icgov.org/Recreation Red Cross Certifications Lifeguard Instructor Course The Lifeguarding Instructor (LGI) course trains instructor candidates to teach American Red Cross student-level courses including Lifeguarding, Waterpark Skills, and CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers. Instructor candidates who hold a current student-level Waterfront Skills certificate will also be able to teach the Waterfront Skills course. This instructor course does not teach student-level lifeguarding skills and knowledge. Participants must come to class already knowing student-level lifeguarding content. Cost: $230 Location: Mercer Park Aquatic Center and Scanlon Gym 15744 2/11 2/13 F/Sa/Su 15745 4/22 4/24 F/Sa/Su 31 icgov.org/Recreation Special EventsCandy Hearts Valentine's Dance Love is all around us as we celebrate Valentine's Day! This will be an everlasting love affair of the heart with dancing, red heart decorations, games, crafts, and treats. Cost: $6 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 14+ 15825 2/11 2/11 F 6:00 PM 8:00 PM Moonlight Masquerade Find a mask and wear it well, so your true identity, no one can tell. Bring your favorite mask and join us for a night of dancing and fun! Cost: $6 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 14+ 15839 3/4 3/4 F 6:00 PM 8:00 PM Spring Fling Dance We're hopping right on over to Spring during this energetic fun dance time. Socialize with our friends, dance to music, and make springtime crafts. Cost: $6 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 14+ 15834 4/8 4/8 F 6:00 PM 8:00 PM 32 icgov.org/Recreation Arts and CraftsBird Feeding Frenzy Make a bird feeder while learning about all things birds! Cost: $8 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 14+ 15913 4/6 4/6 W 6:00 PM 7:00 PM Musical Notes! Tap your feet and feel the beat! Make musical instruments for rockin and rollin. Learn how to manipulate everyday materials to create musical instruments. Use your imagination to design and create them. Cost: $12 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 14+ 15838 2/16 2/23 W 6:00 PM 7:00 PM Wonderful Wearables Beaded jewelry is all the rage! Experience the enjoyment of creating something you can wear using basic beading and jewelry-making techniques. Cost: $12 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 14+ 15824 3/9 3/9 W 6:00 PM 7:30 PM 33 icgov.org/Recreation Arts and CraftsJuice & Paint Enjoy sparkling fruit juice while painting your masterpiece! No previous painting experience or skills are required. Fun for all! Cost: $18 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 14+ 15826 4/27 4/27 W 6:00 PM 7:30 PM Magic Slippers Step into spring with your own originally designed shoes. Experiment with fabric paint, glitter, buttons, and gems. Bring a pair of clean canvas shoes to decorate. Cost: $8 Location: Mercer Park Age: 14+ 15924 5/2 5/2 M 6:00 PM 7:00 PM Masquerade Mask Making Design your own festive mask-the more decorative the better! Wear it to the Moonlight Masquerade! Cost: $8 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 14+ 15837 3/2 3/2 W 6:00 PM 7:00 PM 34 icgov.org/Recreation Arts and CraftsBunny Basket Make the cutest flower pot bunny you can imagine. It's a great holiday decoration and can be used to hold jelly beans, chocolate candies, or decorated eggs just in time for Easter. Cost: $8 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 14+ 15908 4/13 4/13 W 6:00 PM 7:00 PM Creative Clay Play Design your own clay pots, boxes, plaques, and sculptures with self-hardening clay. Cost: $8 Location: Willow Creek Park Age: 14+ 15821 5/9 5/9 M 6:00 PM 7:00 PM Fun-brella Do April showers bring May flowers and a chance to create a funbrella? Brighten up those gloomy rainy days by adding your personal touch to an umbrella. Cost: $8 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 14+ 15909 4/4 4/4 M 6:00 PM 7:00 PM 35 icgov.org/Recreation Arts and CraftsPicture This! You can display your favorite photos in picture frames that you design yourself. Craft sticks, fabric, pasta, and puzzle pieces will be used to create fascinating frames. Cost: $8 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 14+ 15840 4/20 4/20 W 6:00 PM 7:00 PM Snow Art Make a sensory, 3D piece of art celebrating snow & all things winter! Cost: $12 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 8+ 15915 1/26 2/2 W 6:00 PM 7:00 PM Sound Reach Sound Reach Choir is an opportunity for adults with developmental disabilities to socialize and perform music in front of family and friends. Led by a music therapist from West Music. Register through West Music. Cost: Free Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 16+ 15927 3/16 5/11 W 5:30 PM 6:15 PM 36 icgov.org/Recreation Arts and CraftsSweet On You Art This is one sweet class! It's the holiday of love so make a date with us to create your own heartfelt crafts! Create a cute, cuddly Valentine's Day as we make paper heart wreaths, love bugs, and lollipop flowers. Cost: $6 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 14+ 15842 2/7 2/14 M 6:00 PM 7:00 PM Yarn Studio Discover new and fun things to make with yarn! These projects may be quite useful in your everyday life. Cost: $8 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 14+ 15916 3/7 3/7 M 6:00 PM 7:00 PM 37 icgov.org/Recreation Life Skills All A Bloom Celebrate springtime! Flowers will be blooming each class as we create petals and stems using new and recycled art supplies such as coffee filters, egg cartons, felt, craft paper, and lots of imagination. Cost: $16 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 14+ 15835 4/18 4/25 M 6:00 PM 7:00 PM Eggs-travagant Cooking Cooking with eggs. Betcha didn't know you could do this with eggs! We may even do some Easter egg dying. Cost: $8 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 14+ 15920 4/11 4/11 M 6:00 PM 7:00 PM Lite Delights Do you have a sweet tooth, but know you would probably be better off without it? This class will prepare low-calorie and low-fat healthy snacks that taste yummy and will fool the sweet tooth. Cost: $16 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 14+ 15907 2/21 2/28 M 6:00 PM 7:00 PM 38 icgov.org/Recreation Life Skills Lotsa Pastabilities Pasta is versatile and favored food of many. Delicious pasta recipes will be featured as you prepare meals by measuring, mixing, boiling, and baking. Bring your appetite and an apron. Cost: $16 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 14+ 15836 3/21 3/28 M 6:00 PM 7:15 PM Muffin Madness The muffins are in the oven! You'll be delightfully surprised at the variety of ingredients that can be used to make great-tasting muffins. Each week we'll prepare yummy baked goods and sample our creations. Cost: $16 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 14+ 15823 3/23 3/30 W 6:00 PM 7:15 PM Oodles of Noodles If you like pasta and are willing to try new foods this is the place for you. We will prepare an assortment of pasta dishes. Cost: $16 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 14+ 15906 1/24 1/31 M 6:00 PM 7:15 PM 39 icgov.org/Recreation Fitness Nature Education Funtime Fitness Participate in a variety of fun and exciting fitness games and sports activities. Activities are sure to get you up and moving with your friends and coaches. Each week will be something new, something spontaneous, and something inspired by you. Cost: $16 Location: Mercer Park Age: 14+ 15822 3/22 3/29 Tu 6:00 PM 7:00 PM Sensory Hike Get out and enjoy the great outdoors at one of our beautiful parks. Learn how to appreciate nature through all five senses. Cost: $12 Location: Terry Trueblood Recreation Area Age: 14+ 15921 5/4 5/11 W 5:30 PM 6:30 PM 40 icgov.org/Recreation Sports Special Olympics Basketball Skills Focuses on the development of basketball fundamentals. Athletes are required to attend a minimum of 80% of the scheduled practices and participate in fall basketball to be eligible for competition. Cost: $24 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 12+ 15828 1/20 3/10 Th 5:30 PM 6:30 PM Special Olympics Team Basketball Focuses on the development of basketball fundamentals. Athletes are required to attend a minimum of 80% of the scheduled practices and participate in fall basketball to be eligible for competition. Cost: $24 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 12+ 15829 1/20 3/10 Th 6:45 PM 7:45 PM Special Olympics Dance Team Be a part of the Special Olympics dance team and show you've got spirit. Learn a new dance routine by showing your moves in preparation for the Special Olympics competition. Cost: $24 Location: Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym Age: 12+ 15830 1/18 3/8 Tu 6:00 PM 7:00 PM 41 icgov.org/Recreation Sports Special Olympics Tennis Opportunity for skill development, fun, and fitness through tennis! Athletes must attend 80% of practices to be eligible for competition. Cost: $24 Location: Mercer Park Aquatic Center and Scanlon Gym Age: 14+ 15831 4/7 5/12 Th 5:30 PM 6:30 PM Special Olympics Track and Field Race Walking Special Olympics Track and Field race walking practice. Cost: $24 Location: City High Track Age: 8+ 15832 4/5 5/10 Tu 5:30 PM 6:30 PM Special Olympics Track and Field Running Special Olympics Track and Field running practice. Cost: $24 Location: City High Track Age: 8+ 15833 4/5 5/10 Tu 6:30 PM 7:30 PM 42 icgov.org/Recreation SATURDAYS JANUARY 8 - MAY 21 RO B E RT A. L E E C O MMU N I T Y RE C RE AT I O N C E N T E R 6 - 7 :45 PM Free roller skating at the Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Gym on Saturdays from 6 - 7:45 p.m. Socks are required so don't forget to bring your own. We will provide the skates. During roller skating, all Iowa City Recreation Division facility rules apply. All youth under 12 years of age must have a participating adult (16 years of age or older) present. 43 icgov.org/Recreation TOT TIME January 3 - April 29, 2022 Monday - Friday 9:30 - 11:30 AM $1 per child OR $10 punch pass Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym 2701 Bradford Drive Iowa City, IA 52240 icgov.org/Recreation 44 Archery Basketball Archery This program covers the basics of Archery, including equipment, safety, range commands, and shooting techniques. The classes will then consist of mainly shooting practice once participants are comfortable with the basics. Cost: $29 Location: Willow Creek Park Age: 8 -12 15705 4/18 5/16 M 5:00 PM 5:30 PM 15706 4/18 5/16 M 5:40 PM 6:10 PM 15707 4/18 5/16 M 6:20 PM 6:50 PM Preschool Basketball This is an introductory class that allows experiencing the various skills associated with basketball. Kids will work on dribbling, passing, shooting, and defensive stance. The program will be played on smaller hoops and with an elementary size basketball. Cost: $29 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 4-5 15704 1/19 2/23 W 5:15 PM 5:55 PM 45 icgov.org/Recreation Basketball Kindergarten Basketball This is an introductory class that allows experiencing the various skills associated with basketball. Kids will work on dribbling, passing, shooting, and defensive stance. The program will be played on smaller hoops and with an elementary size basketball. Cost: $38 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Grade: Kindergarten 15703 1/19 2/23 W 6:00 PM 6:45 PM 1st -2nd Grade Boys Basketball In 3-on-3 basketball, players have a better opportunity to learn and develop the basic skills of basketball. Practice will be held 1 day a week with games on Friday evenings. Cost: $52 Location: Grant Wood Elementary School Gym Grades: 1st -2nd 15724 1/24 2/28 M 6:00 PM 6:40 PM 15725 1/26 3/2 W 6:00 PM 6:40 PM 15726 1/27 3/3 Th 6:00 PM 6:40 PM 15737 1/25 3/1 Tu 6:00 PM 6:40 PM 46 icgov.org/Recreation Basketball 1st -2nd Grade Girls Basketball In 3-on-3 basketball, players have a better opportunity to learn and develop the basic skills of basketball. Practice will be held 1 day a week with games on Friday evenings. Cost: $52 Location: Grant Wood Elementary School Gym Grades: 1st -2nd 15727 1/25 3/1 Tu 6:00 PM 6:40 PM 15728 1/26 3/2 W 6:00 PM 6:40 PM 3rd -4th Grade Boys Basketball Players will participate in one practice a week with games on Saturday mornings. This league will be based on recreational play with modified rules and equipment size. Cost: $52 Location: Grant Wood Elementary School Gym Grades: 3rd -4th 15729 1/24 2/28 M 7:00 PM 7:50 PM 15730 1/26 3/2 W 7:00 PM 7:50 PM 47 icgov.org/Recreation Basketball 3rd -4th Grade Girls Basketball Players will participate in one practice a week with games on Saturday mornings. This league will be based on recreational play with modified rules and equipment size. Cost: $52 Location: Grant Wood Elementary School Gym Grades: 3rd -4th 15731 1/24 2/28 M 7:00 PM 7:50 PM 15732 1/26 3/2 W 7:00 PM 7:50 PM 5th -6th Grade Boys Basketball Players will participate in one practice a week with games on Saturday mornings. This league will be based on recreational play with modified rules and equipment size. Cost: $52 Location: Grant Wood Elementary School Gym Grades: 5th -6th 15733 1/25 3/1 Tu 7:00 PM 7:50 PM 15734 1/27 3/3 Th 7:00 PM 7:50 PM 48 icgov.org/Recreation BasketballFishing 5th -6th Grade Girls Basketball Players will participate in one practice a week with games on Saturday mornings. This league will be based on recreational play with modified rules and equipment size. Cost: $52 Location: Grant Wood Elementary School Gym Grades: 5th -6th 15735 1/25 3/1 Tu 7:00 PM 7:50 PM 15736 1/27 3/3 Th 7:00 PM 7:50 PM Try Fishing Ever want to take the kids fishing but don't want to hassle with untangling the fishing poles, getting out all the equipment, or buying the bait? The Iowa City Parks and Recreation are hosting try-it fishing nights at Lower City Park. We provide fishing poles, bait, tackle, and all equipment needed to Try Fishing. Cost: $3 Location: City Park Ponds Age: 3 -12 15696 4/20 4/20 W 5:30 PM 7:00 PM 15697 4/27 4/27 W 5:30 PM 7:00 PM 15698 5/4 5/4 W 5:30 PM 7:00 PM 15699 5/11 5/11 W 5:30 PM 7:00 PM 49 icgov.org/Recreation Taekwondo Taekwondo Beginner Students will learn the primary principles of Taekwondo, including the first kicks, punches, and blocks associated with traditional Olympic-style World Taekwondo Federation (WTF) technique. Cost: $38 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 6+ 15714 1/11 2/3 Tu/Th 5:00 PM 5:45 PM 15715 2/8 3/10 Tu/Th 5:00 PM 5:45 PM 15716 3/22 4/21 Tu/Th 5:00 PM 5:45 PM 15717 4/26 5/26 Tu/Th 5:00 PM 5:45 PM Taekwondo Advanced Returning ICPRD students ranging from yellow belt to black belt will engage in more advanced techniques while continuing to perfect basic principles associated with the traditional Olympic- style World Taekwondo Federation (WTF) technique. Cost: $38 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 6+ 15711 1/11 2/3 Tu/Th 5:50 PM 6:40 PM 15718 2/8 3/10 Tu/Th 5:50 PM 6:40 PM 15712 3/22 4/21 Tu/Th 5:50 PM 6:40 PM 15713 4/26 5/26 Tu/Th 5:50 PM 6:40 PM 50 icgov.org/Recreation Taekwondo in the Parks Little Dragons TKD in the Parks is for first-time students. Students will learn the 1st and very basic kicking and punching techniques associated with traditional Korean style TaeKwonDo. A ton of fun for youngsters! Cost: $29 Location: Mercer Park Age: 5-7 15852 4/18 5/16 M 5:00 PM 5:30 PM Beginners TKD in the Parks is for first-time students. Students will learn the 1st and very basic kicking and punching techniques associated with traditional Korean style TaeKwonDo. A ton of fun for youngsters! Cost: $29 Location: Mercer Park Age: 7 -14 15853 4/18 5/16 M 5:40 PM 6:20 PM 51 icgov.org/Recreation Snag Golf 1st -2nd Grade Snag Golf Is your child looking to have some fun learning the game of golf? The Iowa City Parks and Recreation have modified the game by using oversized clubs and tennis balls to learn the sport. On the last day, kids will shoot 9-holes with a parent/guardian as the caddie. Cost: $23 Location: Mercer Park Grades: 1st -2nd 15758 4/21 5/12 Th 5:20 PM 5:50 PM 3rd -4th Grade Snag Golf Is your child looking to have some fun learning the game of golf? The Iowa City Parks and Recreation has modified the game by using oversized clubs and tennis balls to learn the sport. On the last day, kids will shoot 9-holes with a parent/guardian as the caddie. Cost: $23 Location: Mercer Park Grade: 3rd -4th 15759 4/21 5/12 Th 5:55 PM 6:35 PM 52 icgov.org/Recreation Soccer Soccer Pass, Shoot, Score. This is the perfect program for kids to experience soccer while having fun. Practice will be held once a week with games on Thursdays. Cost: $38 Location: Mercer Park Age: 4 -5 15679 4/11 5/12 M/Th 5:20 PM 6:05 PM 15681 4/12 5/12 Tu/Th 5:20 PM 6:05 PM Soccer Pass, Shoot, Score. This is the perfect program for kids to experience soccer while having fun. Practice will be held once a week with games on Thursdays. Cost: $38 Location: Mercer Park Age: 5-6 15680 4/18 5/19 M/Th 6:10 PM 6:55 PM 15682 4/19 5/19 Tu/Th 6:10 PM 6:55 PM 53 icgov.org/Recreation Theater and DramaTheatre Workshop: What is Acting? This theatre workshop is a way for students to learn the principles of theatre and acting, in a fun, engaging, and safe environment. We will cover the basics of acting, character, and performance. Cost: $15 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 5 -12 15896 1/30 1/30 Su 2:00 PM 4:00 PM Theatre Workshop: Let's Practice Improvisation! This theatre workshop is a way for students to learn the principles of theatre and acting, in a fun, engaging, and safe environment. We will cover the basics of improv through games and skits. Cost: $15 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 5 -12 15897 2/13 2/13 Su 2:00 PM 4:00 PM Theatre Workshop: Playing with Plays This theatre workshop is a way for students to learn the principles and basics of theatre and acting, in a fun, engaging, and safe environment. We will be working with a script and will practice performing scenes from plays. Cost: $15 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 5 -12 15898 4/3 4/3 Su 2:00 PM 54 icgov.org/Recreation STEAM and STEMMaker Space Session 1 Experiment with Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math concepts while you explore, tinker and build. Let's get our creative juices flowing so we can create and make in this MAKER SPACE. This session will include building a marble rollercoaster, a suspension bridge, DIY stethoscope and tinfoil boats. Sign up for both sessions of 4 weeks and receive an invitation to attend our May 7th Stomp Rocket and Catapults extravaganza! Cost: $38 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 7 -12 15881 1/15 2/26 Sa 10:00 AM 12:00 PM Maker Space Session 2 Experiment with Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math concepts while you explore, tinker and build. Let's get our creative juices flowing so we can create and make in this MAKER SPACE. This session will include a tower challenge, wind-powered cars, a Moon Lander and solar cooker. Sign up for both sessions of 4 weeks each and receive an invitation to attend our May 7th Stomp Rocket and Catapults extravaganza! Cost: $38 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 7 -12 15882 3/12 4/23 Sa 10:00 AM 12:00 PM 55 icgov.org/Recreation STEAM and STEM Roller Skating Tinker Town Simple Machines Tinker around with some old and new simple machines. Teeter totters (lever), bikes (wheels and axle), hills (inclined plane), wedges and screws are only some of the simple machines we use in everyday life. Learn how to make these simple machines work for us. Cost: $36 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 5 -8 15883 1/22, 2/19, 3/19, 4/16 Sa 11:00 AM 12:00 PM Free Open Roller Skating The Iowa City Recreation Division offers free open roller skating at the Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Gymnasium on Saturdays. During roller skating, all Iowa City Recreation Division facility rules apply. All youth under 12 years of age must have a participating adult (16 years of age or older) present. Skates provided. Socks are required. Personal all sports helmets and wrist pads recommended. Pre-registration is not required. Cost: Free Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: All Ages Welcome 15884 1/8 5/21 Sa 6:00 PM 7:45 PM 56 icgov.org/Recreation Roller Skating Free Roller Skating Clinics Learn the basics of roller skating for free in a smaller group so that you can join us in the fun at open skate! Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Skates provided. Socks are required. Personal all-sports helmets and wrist pads recommended. Pre-registration is required. Cost: Free Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 5+ 15886 1/29 & 3/26 Sa 5:00 PM 6:00 PM Roller Skating Lessons Learn the basics of roller skating for free in a smaller group so that you can join us in the fun at open skate! Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Skates provided. Socks are required. Personal all-sports helmets and wrist pads recommended. Pre-registration is required. Cost: $30 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 5+ 15889 1/8 1/22 Sa 5:00 PM 6:00 PM 15890 2/5 2/19 Sa 5:00 PM 6:00 PM 15891 3/5 3/19 Sa 5:00 PM 6:00 PM 57 icgov.org/Recreation Flag Rugby K -1st Grade Rugby Flag Rugby is a fun and exciting form of non-contact rugby that requires no prior knowledge of the game; just a willingness to learn and have fun! The program will focus on running, evading, catching, passing, and pulling flags. Cost: $29 Location: Mercer Park Grades: K -1st 15709 4/18 5/16 M 5:20 PM 6:00 PM 15723 4/20 5/18 W 5:20 PM 6:00 PM 2nd -3rd Grade Rugby Flag Rugby is a fun and exciting form of non-contact rugby that requires no prior knowledge of the game; just a willingness to learn and have fun! The program will focus on running, evading, catching, passing, and pulling flags. Cost: $38 Location: Mercer Park Grades: 2nd -3rd 15710 4/18 5/18 M/W 6:05 PM 6:55 PM 58 icgov.org/Recreation Lacrosse 1st -2nd Grade Lacrosse The game of lacrosse is growing in popularity for kids everywhere. The first stick programs offered by the Iowa City Parks and Recreation are a great way to introduce kids to the sport. The program will focus on teaching the fundamental skills including: cradling, scooping, throwing, and catching while introducing short-sided games that are fast and full of excitement. Cost: $29 Location: Mercer Park Grades: 1st -2nd 15720 4/19 5/17 Tu 4:45 PM 5:15 PM 3rd -4th Grade Lacrosse Cost: $29 Location: Mercer Park Grades: 3rd -4th 15721 4/19 5/17 Tu 5:20 PM 6:05 PM 5th -6th Grade Lacrosse Cost: $29 Location: Mercer Park Grades: 5th -6th 15722 4/19 5/17 Tu 6:10 PM 6:55 PM 59 icgov.org/Recreation Volleyball 2nd -4th Grade Volleyball Pass, Set, Hit! Participants will learn the basic fundamentals of volleyball such as serving, setting, and passing in a fun and positive environment. Cost: $29 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Grades: 2nd -4th 15701 2/28 3/28 M 5:15 PM 5:55 PM 15702 3/2 3/30 W 5:15 PM 5:55 PM 4th -6th Grade Volleyball Cost: $38 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Grades: 4th -6th 15700 2/28 3/30 M/W 6:00 PM 6:50 PM 60 icgov.org/Recreation Dance and Movement Tumbling Age 3 This is a beginner class that will teach the basic fundamentals of tumbling. Students will work on basic progressions including forwarding rolls, backward rolls, cartwheels, bridges, and simple body shapes. Cost: $29 Location: Mercer Park Aquatic Center and Scanlon Gym Age: 3 15690 2/2 3/2 W 5:00 PM 5:30 PM 15691 3/30 4/27 W 5:00 PM 5:30 PM Tumbling Ages 4 -5 Cost: $29 Location: Mercer Park Aquatic Center and Scanlon Gym Age: 4 -5 15692 2/2 3/2 W 5:35 PM 6:05 PM 15693 3/30 4/27 W 5:35 PM 6:05 PM Tumbling Ages 6 -7 Cost: $29 Location: Mercer Park Aquatic Center and Scanlon Gym Age: 6-7 15694 2/2 3/2 W 6:10 PM 6:40 PM 15695 3/30 4/27 W 6:10 PM 6:40 PM 61 icgov.org/Recreation Dance and MovementDance Ages 5 -6 An introductory dance and movement class that introduces basic steps and learning of a choreography. In this 5 session class, the kids will stretch and be taught a short choreographed dance. Cost: $29 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 5 -6 15684 1/31 2/28 M 5:00 PM 5:30 PM Dance Ages 7 -8 Cost: $29 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 7 -8 15687 1/31 2/28 M 5:35 PM 6:05 PM Dance Ages 9 -10 Cost: $29 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 9 -10 15688 1/31 2/28 M 6:10 PM 6:40 PM 62 icgov.org/Recreation Dance and MovementCheerleading Ages 5 -6 Youth will learn the fundamentals of cheerleading including basic motions, jumps, cheers, and chants while building self-confidence and developing their social skills. Cost: $29 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 5 -6 15818 3/28 4/25 M 5:00 PM 5:30 PM Cheerleading Ages 7 -8 Cost: $29 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 7-8 15819 3/28 4/25 M 5:35 PM 6:05 PM Cheerleading Ages 9 -10 Cost: $29 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 9 -10 15820 3/28 4/25 M 6:10 PM 6:40 PM 63 icgov.org/Recreation Nature Education Creek Stomping Experience a nature walk in a new way. See different plants and animals than from any other walk by exploring near a stream. Learn how we can be good stewards and keep our creeks fun and clean. Wear appropriate clothing including waterproof boots and clothing that can get muddy. South Hickory Hill Park Cost: $10 Location: South Hickory Hill Park Age: 6 -10 15878 3/25 3/25 F 3:30 PM 5:00 PM Riverfront Crossings Park Cost: $10 Location: Riverfront Crossings Park Age: 6 -10 15879 4/24 4/24 Su 2:00 PM 3:30 PM Kiwanis Park Cost: $10 Location: Kiwanis Park Age: 6 -10 15880 5/22 5/22 Su 2:00 PM 3:30 PM 64 icgov.org/Recreation Nature Education Flowing with Streams This is an engaging, hands-on class exploring streams and water in our environment. We will be using Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department's EmRiver Stream table, an interactive educational tool funded by the DNR REAP CEP grant. Participants will learn about stream behavior and then get the opportunity to design their own stream system with water flow, bridges, riparian and wildlife zones, and more. Cost: $10 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center -Discovery Garden Age: 8 -14 15914 3/15 3/15 Tu 3:00 PM 4:00 PM Fossils Learn about Iowa's ancient past. Investigate rocks and fossils and play games to learn about erosion. Make your own fossil, and experiment with the process of forming fossils. The optional 5th meeting for students and their families is at the Devonian Fossil Gorge at the Coralville Reservoir. Parents/Guardians must provide transportation. Cost: $30 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center -Discovery Garden Age: 6 -12 15877 3/6 4/3 Su 3:00 PM 4:00 PM 65 icgov.org/Recreation Nature EducationTeens Spring Equinox Celebrate the beginning of Spring. Decorate eggs, plant seeds, make a community nature weaving and explore solar and wind energy. Cost: $15 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 3 -5 15876 3/21 3/21 M 10:30 AM 12:00 PM Teen Dynamics A youth empowerment program aimed toward promoting healthy decisions making and creating bonds through life skills, knowledge, encouragement, and awareness. Cost: Free Location: Mercer Park Aquatic Center Age: 13 -18 15845 1/18 5/31 M/Tu/W/Th/F 4:00 PM 6:00 PM 66 icgov.org/Recreation Teens Teen Dynamics Spring Break Teen Dynamics Spring Break is the place where teens will unplug, explore their creativity, learn, laugh, and make memories that last a lifetime. This three-day program runs from Tuesday, March 15 to Thursday, March 17th. Register for one day or all three. Cost: Free Location: Mercer Park Aquatic Center Age: 13 -17 Cost: Location: Age: Free Mercer Park Aquatic Center and Scanlon Gym 13 -18 15925 3/15 3/17 Tu/W/Th 1:00 PM 5:00 PM Teen Night A night of fun and games for tweens and teens. Sports, arts and crafts, snacks, and a safe space to meet up and socialize with your peers. 15944 3/25 & 4/15 F 4:00 PM 8:45 PM 67 icgov.org/Recreation Arts and Crafts Inspiring Creativity: Art at Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County Individual art lessons include guidance and demonstrations so students will be able to execute what they envision. Necessary materials and tools to create these projects will be provided. The 7- week session meets at the Neighborhood Center at Pheasant Ridge and will culminate in an art show at the Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center. Cost: Free Location: Pheasant Ridge Age: 5 -12 15901 1/22 3/5 Sa 10:00 AM 12:00 PM 15902 3/26 5/7 Sa 10:00 AM 12:00 PM Family Art This art opportunity is designed to get the whole family involved. Create beautiful art as a family with crafts that are a bit more challenging. In session #1, we will explore marbling with acrylic paint, sculpting and painting with yarn, paper collage, and weaving on a homemade loom! In session #2, we will make beaded wall art, explore mosaic tile paintings, make windchimes of recycled materials and learn simple bookbinding techniques while making a handmade book. Cost: $36 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 3+ 15899 1/23 3/6 Su 2:00 PM 4:00 PM 15900 3/27 5/8 Su 2:00 PM 4:00 PM 68 icgov.org/Recreation Arts and Crafts Figure Drawing for Youth with Hani Elkadi Sketching and drawing models, movements, action, and facial expressions. Cost: $42 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 10 -14 15903 1/23 2/27 Su 1:00 PM 2:00 PM Oil Pastel for Youth with Hani Elkadi Write a poem or a short story and illustrate it in oil pastel. Learn how the various disciplines of expression are interconnected and complimentary. Cost: $42 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 10 -14 15905 3/27 5/8 Su 1:00 PM 2:00 PM Friday nights at the STEAM Maker Space Art meets science in a big way! Children will be given the opportunity to discover several different options in our STEAM Maker Space. We welcome parents to participate in free roller skating in the gym while children participate in this activity. Cost: $36 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 4 -12 15895 1/14, 2/11, 3/11, 4/8 F 5:45 PM 7:45 PM 69 icgov.org/Recreation Arts and Crafts No School Day Ceramics Make hand-built bowls and other vessels using a variety of techniques. Decorate using texture, stains, and underglazes. Your work will be fired and then available for pick up in approximately 2 weeks after this workshop. Instruction will be quite individualized so do not let the wide age range scare you away. Cost: $30 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 5 -17 15892 3/1 3/1 Tu 1:00 PM 4:00 PM No School Day Papermaking Paper is consistently wasted and recycled when it can be reused and made into beautiful art. Learn how to make old paper new! This workshop will be student-driven. Options of 3D art, journal, notebook and sketchbook making, and collage will be offered. Instruction will be quite individualized so do not let the wide age range scare you away. Cost: $30 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 5 -17 15893 4/22 4/22 F 1:00 PM 4:00 PM 70 icgov.org/Recreation Arts and Crafts No School Day Making Natural Dyes Wastewater from synthetic dyes contributes to pollutants all around the world. Learn how to make your own dyes from red cabbage, beets, turmeric, and more to eliminate wastewater by dying your own fabrics. Bring a white cotton t-shirt to tie-dye with our newfound dyes. Instruction will be quite individualized so do not let the wide age range scare you away. Cost: $30 Location: Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Age: 5 -17 15894 5/3 5/3 Tu 1:00 PM 4:00 PM The Iowa City Parks and Recreation Commission meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 5:00 p.m. at the Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center. The members' duties include recommending and reviewing policies, rules, regulations, ordinances, and budgets relating to parks, playgrounds, recreational centers, and cultural functions of the city and making such reports to the City Council as the commission deems in the public interest. Members who volunteer their time and serve on the board are: Missie Forbes Alex Hachtman Brian Morelli Christopher Odinet Boniface Penandjo Lemoupa April Schmidt Melissa Serenda Michelle Wiegand Brianna Wills icgov.org/Recreation 71 ecreation Adult Recreatio Arts,STEAM& N ature Youth S ports Aqu a t i c s Inclus iv e Re cr e at io n C a mps 72 icgov.org/R n Iowa City Parks and Recreation Winter-Spring recreation registration starts Tuesday, December 14 at 7 a.m. There are a variety of classes and programs available to choose from. 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Join us for our take on New Year's Eve with a pool party from 11:30am- 12:30pm and a pool-tastic beach ball drop once the clock strikes noon! The cost is $10 per child and pre-registration is required. 8 AM - 2 PM | TBD In observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day join us in a variety of virtual and in-person service events that exemplify the values Dr. King championed, honor his legacy and tackle the challenges our communities are facing like never before. Please join us in whatever capacity you feel safest and together, leave a legacy of service. Freeze Fest is a fun, family-friendly outdoor exploration event for all ages. Activities will include games, winter hiking, survival skill building, crafts, and bird watching. Ice skating, snowshoeing, and ice fishing will be included (weather permitting). All children must be accompanied by an adult. There is 1 - 3 PM | Terry Trueblood Recreation Area no registration fee and no pre-registration is required. 6 - 8 PM | Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Black History Trivia Night in honor of Black History Month. Test your knowledge of achievements and historical moments in African American History. 73 icgov.org/Recreation 2 - 3:30 PM | Thornberry Off-leash Dog Park The dog sweater contest will include three judged categories. Sweaters and costumes may be homemade or store-bought, but as always, creativity will be key! Each dog may be entered into one category and will be registered upon entrance. There is no registration fee. 10 AM - 4 PM | Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center This two day interactive STEAM event will feature Duplo, Brio, Lego, Hot Wheels, trains, RC vehicles, and more. All children must be accompanied by an adult. There is no registration fee and no pre-registration is required. 10 - 10:45 AM | Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center The hunt for eggs in the pool: This underwater egg hunt is for ages 2 - 10. The cost is $10 per child and pre-registration is required. 1 - 4 PM | Mercer Park Aquatic Center and Scanlon Gym View and interact with live insects and other arthropods from the Iowa State University's Department of Entomology's Insect Zoo. Learn about the diversity, ecology, and behavior of arthropods. All children must be accompanied by an adult. There is no registration fee and no pre-registration is required. 74 icgov.org/Recreation - 1 - 3 PM | Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center In observance of National Superhero Day, participate in a variety of exciting action activities and celebrate the hero in you. Activities are sure to get you up and moving. Fictional and real superheroes will be honored. All ages and abilities are welcome to attend this intergenerational activity. Costumes are welcome. There is no registration fee and no pre-registration is required. 6 - 8 PM | Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center Just in time for Mother's Day! Get creative with your little ones ages 5 and up! The cost is just $10 per person. CITY SERVICES OPEN HOUSE S A T U R D A Y , M A Y 2 1 | 8 A M 4 P M 3 8 1 0 N a p o l e o n L a n e I o w a C i t y , I A 5 2 2 4 0 L o c a t e d n e a r t h e I o w a C i t y A n i m a l C a r e & A d o p t i o n C e n t e r S p e c i a l q u i l t s h o w b y t h e O l d C a p i t o l Q u i l t e r s G u i l d 75 icgov.org/Recreation 76 icgov.org/FarmersMarket FARMERS MARKET Iowa City St a rt i n g Wednesdays & Saturdays May - October Wednesday, May 4, 2022 St ar ting at $ 1 5 Join our team, earn, and learn while making new friends, and serving the community! Get paid to learn recreation, leadership, and life skills. We're seeking positive, reliable applicants ages 15+ for seasonal and hourly positions. 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