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Home My WebLink AboutWinter_Spring_23IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATIONRECGUIDE WINTER/SPRING 2023 TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2022 Resident Registration Opens at 7 am WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2022 Non-Resident Registration Opens at 7 am 3 1 2 3 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR PARKS AND REC REC AND RIDE Iowa City Parks and Recreation offers free bus passes back home to residents when attending any recreation facility or any of our special events in our parks. For more information, ask facility or event staff. FITNESS ROOM AT RALRC Did you know there is no fee to use the fitness room at the Robert A. Lee Recreation Center (RALRC)? Individuals can acquire a facility pass at the front desk of the RALRC or at Mercer Park Aquatic Center and must be at least 16 years of age to use this facility. Get a jumpstart on your new year’s health and stop in today to enjoy our fitness facilities! HOST A PARTY WITH US Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Robert A Lee Rec Center Looking for somewhere to host your next party? The Iowa City Parks and Recreation has various party options including crafts, garden, STEAM, swimming and a play party. Parties are 2 hours in length and for groups 24 and smaller. Contact the Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department for more information. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL: icparksandrec iowacityfarmersmarket icfarmersmarket FACILITY HOURS Monday–Friday 6:15 AM–9:00 PM Saturdays 6:15 AM–8:00 PM Sundays 11:00 AM–8:00 PM ROBERT A. LEE RECREATION CENTER 220 South Gilbert Street Phone: 319-356-5100 MERCER PARK AQUATIC CENTER AND SCANLON GYMNASIUM 2701 Bradford Drive Phone: 319-356-5100 HOLIDAY HOURS SATURDAY, DECEMBER 24, 2022 Facilities Closed SUNDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2022 Facilities Closed MONDAY, DECEMBER 26, 2022 Facilities Open 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM SATURDAY, DECEMBER 31, 2022 Facilities Close at 5:00 PM SUNDAY, JANUARY 1, 2022 Facilities Closed MONDAY, JANUARY 16 Facility Open Regular Hours SUNDAY, APRIL 9 Facilities Closed MONDAY, MAY 29 Facility Open Regular Hours REGISTRATION DATES TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2022 Resident Registration Opens at 7 am WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2022 Non-Resident Registration Opens at 7 am GENERAL INFORMATION REGISTRATION EXPLORE OUR PARKS ADULT RECREATION AQUATICS ADAPTIVE & INCLUSIVE RECREATION (AIR) YOUTH RECREATION SPECIAL EVENTS 2 4 6 11 18 27 31 41 REGISTRATION OPENS DECEMBER 13 WINTER/SPRING 2023 ACTIVITY GUIDE 1IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION GENERAL INFORMATION STAFF DIRECTORY Juli Seydell Johnson Parks & Recreation Director Jujohnson@iowa-city.org Tyler Baird Parks & Forestry Superintendent TBaird@iowa-city.org Brad Barker Recreation Superintendent BBarker@iowa-city.org Russ Buffington Cemetery Supervisor RBuffington@iowa-city.org Joyce Carroll Recreation Supervisor — STEAM, Nature, Art & Camps JoyceC@iowa-city.org Kate Connell Recreation Supervisor — Aquatics KConnell@iowa-city.org Matt Eidahl Assistant Recreation Superintendent MEidahl@iowa-city.org Gabe Gotera Administrative Coordinator GGotera@iowa-city.org Kumi Morris Facilities Manager KMorris@iowa-city.org Jeff Sears Recreation Supervisor — Sports, Wellness, & Field Rentals JSears@iowa-city.org Malory Smysor Recreation Supervisor — Adaptive & Inclusive Rec/Outreach MSmysor@iowa-city.org Michelle Wiegand Recreation Supervisor — Communications and Special Events MWiegand@iowa-city.org Josh Worrell Assistant Parks Superintendent JWorrell@iowa-city.org ADA TEACH A CLASS The City of Iowa City does not discriminate on the basis of disabilities in its services, programs, or activi-ties. To request a disability-related accommodation in order to participate, please contact Malory Smysor at (319) 356-5228 or MSmysor@Iowa-City.org. Early requests are encouraged to allow sufficient time to meet your access needs. PHOTOS While in our parks, facilities, and participating in our programs and events, you and/or your children may be videorecorded or photographed by a Parks and Recreation employee, volunteer, or photog-rapher. Photos may be used for activity guides, websites, other promotional items, group pictures, or by the media. Recreation registration and facility rentals serve as per-mission 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. Have a talent you would like to share? We are always looking for fun instructors to start new programs! To sub-mit your program idea or to find out more about teach-ing, contact Brad Barker at BBarker@iowa-city.org. IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION The Iowa City Parks and Recreation Commission meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 5:00 PM. The Commissions’ duties include recom-mending and reviewing policies, rules, regulations, or-dinances, and budgets relating to parks, playgrounds, recreation 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 Boniface Penandjo Lemoupa Alex Hachtman April Schmidt Connie Moore Melissa Serenda Brian Morelli Brianna Wills Christopher Odinet 2 FALL DATES: December 13 Resident Registration Opens December 14 Non-Resident Registration Opens RECREATION FACILITIES ROBERT A. LEE RECREATION CENTER Social Hall: Max. occupancy 100; $29/hour + $50 refundable deposit Meeting Rooms A & B: Max occupancy 30; $12/hour Gymnasium: 1 court $27/hour; 2 courts $49/hour MERCER PARK/SCANLON GYMNASIUM Procter & Gamble Room: Max. occupancy 50; $17/hour FOR MORE INFO: Mercer Meeting Room: Max occupancy 16; $10/hour 319-356-5100 Mercer Wellness Room: Max occupancy 30; $12/hour icgov.org/eventfacilities Gymnasium: 1 court $49/hour; 2 courts $81/hour FOR MORE INFO: icgov.org/eventfacilities The Avacentre 402-677-1821 EventFacilities@iowa-city.org EVENT FACILITIES THE NED ASHTON HOUSE 820 Park Road The Ned Ashton House accommodates up to 100 people (50 on each floor). The Ashton House offers two floors of space (upper level 2644 square feet; lower level 2564 square feet). Amenities include tables and chairs, a fully equipped kitchen including stove, refrigerator and microwave. THE PARK LODGE AT TERRY TRUEBLOOD RECREATION AREA 579 McCollister Boulevard The Park Lodge is a 5,870 square foot year-round venue that seats up to 170 occupants. Amenities include tables and chairs, kitchen with stove, refrigerator, freezer and microwave, a gas fireplace and a patio overlooking the lake. It is possible to divide the room into sections that will accommodate 85 occupants each. Each of the sections is 1,390 square feet. FOR MORE INFO: icgov.org/eventfacilities Jeff Sears 319-356-5100 EventFacilities@iowa-city.org RIVERSIDE FESTIVAL STAGE Lower City Park, 200 Park Road The Riverside Festival Stage is a 470-seat outdoor theatre modeled after the famous Globe Theatre in London. The Riverside Festival Stage is a Shakespearean-style, theatre, complete with stage, two dressing rooms, and concession stand. The festival stage plays host to the annual Shakespeare Festival, coordinated by the Riverside Theatre, and is available to rent for any appropriate purpose, from weddings to concerts. The rental fee is $75/hour for the stage and dressing rooms; or $100/hour for the stage, dressing rooms, and concession stand. A $250 (no alcohol) or $500 (with alcohol) security deposit is also required. GENERAL INFORMATION WINTER/SPRING 2023 ACTIVITY GUIDE 3IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION REGISTRATION Check out this video on how to find the right activities for you and your family! REGISTERING FOR CLASSES Class descriptions and notes can be found in the ActiveNet registration program. Participants can type in the name of the program select the “activities” button to narrow the search. Participants can register the following ways: 1. Online at www.icgov.org/ActivityRegistration 2. In person at the Mercer Park Aquatic Center, 2701 Bradford or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center, 220 South Gilbert FACILITIES PASS AND AGE REQUIREMENT An Iowa City Parks and Recreation issued facilities pass is required for free play in the gym, locker room, game room, and fitness room. The pass system allows staff to better assess community need 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. Children 15 and under need to either show a school ID or bring a parent/guardian to create a facility pass. Facility policy prohibits ages 11 and under from using the facility, including pools, unless accompanied by an adult, or individual 16 years or older. Replacement passes are $1. 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. TO REGISTER: Online at icgov.org/ActivityRegistration 4 In-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Phone 319-356-5100 during regular facility hours REC ASSIST Iowa City Parks and Recreation has something for everyone! We are accepting applications for Rec Assist, our income eligible discount program. One application for Iowa City residents is valid for the entire calendar year. Learn more at iowa-city.org/forms/recassist INCLUSION SERVICES Iowa City Parks and Recreation recognizes that some individuals with disabilities would benefit from social opportunities available in non-adapted programs. Inclusion provides a choice for individuals of varying abilities to experience recreation programming within their community. Inclusion services are offered at no additional cost to the family. Inclusion supports come in the form of one or more of the following: program observation, staff training, program modification, modified equipment, and/or an inclusion companion. If you or someone you know require accommodations or assistance to participate in recreational programs or city services, please notify us at registration and contact Malory Smysor, Recreation Supervisor for Adaptive & Inclusive Rec. Please provide us as much advanced notice as possible to accommodate modifications. Malory Smysor at (319) 356-5100 MSmysor@Iowa-City.org REGISTER TODAY! Tuesday December 13, 2022 Iowa City Resident Registration Opens Wednesday December 14, 2022 Iowa City Non-Resident Registration Opens 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. SIGN UP FOR ALL EVENT AND FACILITY CANCELLATIONS Want to receive email or text notification for any event cancellation or facility closure? Click on icgov.org/Rainoutline then select email and text alerts. Participants and residents can sign up for the cancellations alerts they would like notified on. ACCOUNT CREDITS, TRANSFERS, AND REFUNDS Requests for a full refund or an activity transfer must be made at least 5 business days in advance of the program start date. Prorated credits for health reasons may be considered after the program begins if there is a request submitted to and approved by the program supervisor. No account credits will be given for programs that have concluded. Note: Some certification courses and camps require notification as much as 2 weeks in advance. Please be sure to check all cancellation policies for these courses. TO REGISTER Online at icgov.org/ ActivityRegistration In-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Phone 319-356-5100 during regular facility hours TTY(319) 356-4999 REGISTRATION WINTER/SPRING 2023 ACTIVITY GUIDE 5IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION EXPLORE OUR PARKS Enjoy a visit to one of the City of Iowa City’s many parks! Iowa City is home to over 50+ parks, natural areas, and open spaces. Almost 100 percent (99.4 percent) 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 ample open space, parks, and trails for the residents of Iowa City. To view the Iowa City Interative GIS Map visit www.icgov.org/parks 6 PARK SHELTER RENTALS Reservations for park shelters may be made as early as one year in advance, but no later than 5 business days in advance of intended use. If you desire to use a shelter but missed the 5-day advance reservation cut-off, non-reserved open-air shelters are available on a first-come, first-served 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. TRAILS Do you love to get outdoors? Then Iowa City is a great place for you. We are home to 50+ parks, trails, and open spaces. Trails include a variety of hard surfaces, such as concrete, limestone, and asphalt. Please observe trail etiquette when using the trails, and respect other trail users. To view the most up-to-date trail maps and bicycle resources, visit the Metropolitan Planning Organization of Johnson County webpage at mpojc.org/ bicycle-resources DOG PARKS Iowa City Parks and Recreation has two dog parks where dogs are allowed off-leash. They provide opportunities for exercise, socialization, and training. All dog owners 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 DOG SWEATER PARTY March 4, 2023 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM Thornberry Dog Park EXPLORE OUR PARKS WINTER/SPRING 2023 ACTIVITY GUIDE 7IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION NN ST. JOSEPH CEMETERY OAKLAND CEMETERY VA HOSPITAL HUBBARD PARK MERCY HOSPITAL OLD CAPITOL CITY HIGH SCHOOL MUSEUM U OF I HOSPITAL ROBERT A. LEE REC CENTER WEST HIGH SCHOOL UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS MEMORIAL GARDENS CEMETERY KIRKWOOD MERCER PARKCOMMUNITY AQUATIC CENTERCOLLEGE & SCANLON GYM IOWA CITY MUNICIPAL AIRPORT SCALE IN MILES IOWA CITY BOUNDARY IOWA CITY PARKS & GREEN SPACES U of I PROPERTY Iowa City is committed to continual improvement of accessibility in our parks, in accordance with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act and related guidelines. To inquire about a specifc park’s accessibility features or to request a reasonable modifcation, please visit www.icgov.org/accessibility or call the Director of Parks & Recreation at 319-356-5104. J A K Å J A K Å J A To view the Iowa City Interative GIS Map visit www.icgov.org/parks8 A K 1Ashton House Rental Facility, Project Green Garden, Trail, Open Space 2Benton Hill Park Playground, Shelter (1), Trail, Natural Area 3Blackhawk Mini Park/Pedestrian Mall Playground, Fountain, Gathering Space 4Black Springs Circle Park Open Space, Natural Area 5Brookland Park Playground, Shelter (1), Trail 6Calder Park Playground, Shelter (1) 7Camp Cardinal Park Natural Area 8Cardigan Park Playground, Shelter (1), Fire Pit, Open Space 9Chadek Green Park Community Garden, Open Space !Chauncey Swan Park Open Lawn, Gathering Space #City Park Playgrounds, Shelters (14), Restrooms, Baseball Fields (8), Tennis Courts, Horseshoe Courts, Basketball Court, Gaga Ball Pit, Sand Volleyball Court, Outdoor Swimming Pool, Riverside Festival Stage, Historical Cabins, Trails, Open Space, Natural Area, Ponds, Boat Ramp, Riverfront $College Green Park Playground, Shelter (1), Basketball Hoop, Bocce Court, Open Space %Court Hill Park Playground, Shelters (2), Restrooms, Basketball Court, Softball/Baseball Rec Field, Trail, Open Space &Crandic Park Shelter (1), Trail, Riverfront (Eastside Park (Future Site) )Emma J. Harvat Square Park Playground, Shelter (1) *Fairmeadows Park Playground, Shelter (1), Restrooms, Splash Pad, Soccer Rec Field, Open Space +Foster Road Park Natural Area Frauenholtz-Miller Park ,Playground, Shelter (1), Open Space buGlendale Park Playground, Open Space blHappy Hollow Park Playground, Shelter (1), Restroom, Basketball Hoop, Softball/Baseball/Soccer Rec Field bmHarlocke Hill Park Playground bnHickory Hill Park Shelters (2), Restrooms, Trails, Open Space, Natural Area boHighland Park Playground, Shelter (1) bpHunter’s Run Park Playground, Shelters (2), Trail, Open Space, Natural Area bqIowa City Kickers Soccer Park Playgrounds, Shelters (2), Restrooms, Concession Stands, Soccer Fields (minimum of 21), Cross Country Course, Trail, Open Space brJames Alan McPherson Park Playground, Shelter (1), Restrooms, Basketball Court, Softball/Baseball Rec Field, Community Orchard, Trail, Open Space bsKiwanis Park Playground, Shelter (1), Restrooms, Community Garden, Trails, Open Space, Natural Area btLongfellow Nature Trail Trail, Natural Area cuMercer Park Playground, Shelters (2), Restrooms, Baseball Fields (4), Concession Stand, Tennis Courts, Pickleball Courts, Softball/Baseball Rec Fields, Open Space clNapoleon Park Playground, Shelter (1), Restrooms, Softball Fields (8), Concession Stand, Trail, Natural Area cmNed Ashton Park Trail, Riverfront cnNorth Market Square Park Playground, Shelter (1), Basketball Court, Open Space icgov.org/pr @ICParksandRec @icparksandrec coOak Grove Park Playground, Shelter (1), Basketball Court, Open Space cpPalisades Park (Future Site) cqPeninsula Park Shelter (1), 18 Hole Disc Golf Course, Trails, Natural Area crPheasant Hill Park Playground, Shelter (1), Gaga Ball Pit, Open Space csReno Street Park Playground, Shelter (1), Community Garden, Open Space ctRita’s Ranch Dog Park O˜-leash Dog Park duRiverfront Crossings Park Playground, Shelter (1), Restrooms, Ping Pong, Trail, Riverfront, Open Space, Natural Area dlRyerson’s Woods State Preserve Shelter (1), Trails, Natural Area dmSand Prairie Park Natural Area dnScott Park Playground, Shelter (1), Football/Rugby Field, Trails, Open Space, Natural Area doScott Park Greenway Trail, Open Space, Natural Area dpShannon Drive Park (Future Site) dqSlothower Road Park Natural Area drStone Bridge Park (Future Site) dsSturgis Ferry Park Boat Ramp, Riverfront, Natural Area dtSycamore Greenway Trail, Natural Area euTerrell Mill Park Shelter (1), Restrooms, Skate Park, Trail, Riverfront, Natural Area elTerry Trueblood Recreation Area Playground, Shelters (3), Restrooms, Kayak, Paddle Boat, Paddle Board Rentals, Concessions, Rental Facility Event Lodge, Trails, Lake, Riverfront, Natural Area emThornberry O˜-leash Dog Park O˜-leash Dog Park, Pond enTower Court Park Playground, Splash Pad eoVilla Park Playground, Shelter (1), Open Space epWalden Green Park Open Space, Natural Area eqWaterworks Prairie Park Shelter (1), Trails, Pond, Riverfront, Natural Area erWetherby Park Playground, Shelter (1), Restrooms, Splash Pad, Basketball Courts, Sport Court, 9 Hole Disc Golf Course, Community Garden, Edible Forest, Trails, Open Space esWhispering Meadows Wetlands Trails, Pond, Natural Area etWillow Creek Park Playground, Shelter (1), Restrooms, Softball/Baseball Rec Fields, Hospice Memorial Garden, Trails, Open Space, Natural Area fuWindsor Ridge Park Trails, Pond, Open Space Recreation Centers RRobert A Lee Recreation Center Fitness Room, Gymnasium, Indoor Swimming Pool, Meeting Rooms, Classrooms MMercer Park Aquatic Center/Scanlon Gym Gymnasium, Indoor Swimming Pool, Recreation Room, Meeting Rooms • Park/Green Space • Park System Future Expansions • Recreation Center • Facility J A K Å EXPLORE OUR PARKS WINTER/SPRING 2023 ACTIVITY GUIDE IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION 9 SNOW PLOWING IN OUR PARKS All paved through trails and loops in the park system are plowed for winter exercise and transportation opportunities. Recent additions to our winter plowing have included Terry Trueblood Recreation Area, Kiwanis/Willow Creek, Sycamore Greenway, and Wetherby Park. The increase in over 7 miles of plowed trails started in 2020. Trails are typically cleared within 24 hours but some of the non-essential transportation routes may take more time to clear. Our Parks crews make every effort to have everything cleared within 48 hours. ICE SKATING Seasonal ice skating is allowed on City Park pond near the new Adventure Playground each winter, when conditions allow for safe skating and ice sports. Safety status is updated on Rainout Line and signs are posted on location when skating is not allowed. Conditions need to be right to develop safe ice thickness and weather that allows our crews to clear snow from the ice and flood the surface to make sure it is smooth. Please keep an eye on RainOutline and the pond signage, as conditions have not been favorable for safe skating conditions the past few years. PRAIRIES Prairies are an ecological powerhouse and the majority of Iowa was once covered in prairie. Now less than .1% of Iowa’s original prairie remains but the Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department is doing our part to plant and manage prairies in our parks today. Iowa City Parks are home to an estimated 350 acres of managed prairie and controlled fire is an important conservation management tool that helps keep our prairies thriving. Prairies provide important habitat and resources for wildlife, including grassland birds which are in steep decline because of habitat loss. They also allow us to reduce mowing in our parks, which cuts our costs and fuel use. Prairies sequester carbon in their roots and surrounding soil and their incredibly deep root system helps reduce flooding, erosion, and runoff. We also think they’re really beautiful! GARDEN PLOT REGISTRATION Garden plot registration will open to the public for the 2023 season on Tuesday, April 4, 2023. Registrations will be taken in-person only at the Mercer Park Aquatic Center beginning at 7 a.m. Only one plot registration is permitted per person. Online and phone registrations will be accepted beginning on Wednesday, April 5, 2023. To view the Iowa City Interative GIS Map visit www.icgov.org/parks 10 ADULT RECREATION Arts and Crafts with Hani . . . . . . . 12 Coffee & Crafts. . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Moonlight Walks. . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Printmaking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Line Dancing . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Adult 4V4 Team Basketball . . . . . . 13 Bike Skills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Ceramics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Free Yoga in the Park . . . . . . . . . 15 Yoga — No Experience to Advance . 15 Got Strength Weightlifting Club . . . 16 ParkRun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Aikido . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Team Volleyball. . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 ADULT RECREATION WINTER/SPRING 2023 ACTIVITY GUIDE 11IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION ARTS AND CRAFTS WITH HANI Boost your creativity. Whether you are a beginner or a continuing student of art, you will find our arts and crafts classes with Hani to be focused on you as an individual. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17327 Plaster Sculpture Sa Su 1/28/23– 1/29/23 10:00 AM– 12:00 PM 16+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $85 17587 Watercolor Mosaics Sa Su 2/4/23– 2/5/23 10:00 AM– 12:30 PM 16+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $100 17330 Plaster Sculpture Sa Su 2/25/23– 2/26/23 10:00 AM– 12:00 PM 16+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $85 17331 Drawing Bones of Sa Su 4/22/23– 10:00 AM– 16+ Robert A Lee $85 the Human Body 4/23/23 12:00 PM Rec Center 17338 Watercolor Mosaics Sa Su 4/29/23– 4/30/23 10:00 AM– 12:30 PM 16+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $100 COFFEE & CRAFTS Sip on a hot drink and make a fun project. Every month we will learn new skills and use a variety of mediums. No experience necessary as we guide you into creating art at any skill level. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17304 Drawing with Paper Sa 1/7/23 10:00 AM– 11:30 AM 16+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $15 17306 Pop-up Cards Sa 2/11/23 10:00 AM– 11:30 AM 16+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $15 17307 Kitchen Printmaking Sa 3/11/23 10:00 AM– 11:30 AM 16+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $15 17308 Coil Baskets Sa 4/1/23 10:00 AM– 11:30 AM 16+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $15 17309 Recipe Drawings Sa 5/13/23 10:00 AM– 11:30 AM 16+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $15 MOONLIGHT WALKS Take a self-guided activity walk through the park. We will provide a list of activities to make your walk more enjoyable. Snap some photos along the way and warm up with hot chocolate. Pets are welcome. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17349 Moonlight Walk F 1/20/23 6:30 PM– 16+ Terry Trueblood $10 Terry Trueblood 8:00 PM Recreation Area Rec Area 17350 Moonlight Walk Ned Ashton House F 2/10/23 6:30 PM– 8:00 PM 16+ Ashton House $10 TO REGISTER: Online at icgov.org/ActivityRegistration In-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Phone 319-356-5100 during regular facility hours 12 PRINTMAKING Use simple printmaking methods that you can continue to do at home. Create one of a kind Monoprints, carve your own Linocuts. Use household items to create Lithography prints and Modge Podge to make screen prints. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17312 Printmaking Tu 1/10/23– 2/21/23 6:30 PM–8:00 PM 16+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $60 LINE DANCING Line Dancing is a fun way to exercise and make friends! Learn the most popular line dances in the area. Three dances taught per session. Music will be played during breaks so that you can practice dances you have learned. Pay $6 per class at the customer service desk each Tuesday. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee Ongoing Line Dancing Tu 1/10/23– 5/23/23 7:15 PM–8:45 PM 12+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $6 ADULT 4V4 TEAM BASKETBALL Play once a week plus a season-ending tournament. Person signing-up is responsible to find their own teammates. Max 8 teams. This is a self-officiated league. Scorekeeper/Timer is provided. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17313 Adult 4v4 Team Basketball Su 1/15/23– 4/23/23 6:00 PM–8:00 PM 18+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $150 BIKE SKILLS Through safe and easy methods, students will learn and practice biking skills, route selection, and go for a practice ride on a variety of bike facilities when ready. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17588 101: Adult Learn to Ride W 5/10/23 6:00 PM–8:00 PM 16+ Mercer Park $5 17589 201: Everyday Bicycling Tu 5/23/23 6:00 PM–8:30 PM 16+ Mercer Park $5 ADULT RECREATION WINTER/SPRING 2023 ACTIVITY GUIDE 13IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION CERAMICS Learn basic clay techniques to form pottery. Your hands can form plates, bowls, platters and more with or without the use of the wheel. Continuing students will learn more advanced techniques and skills. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17341 Beginning and Continuing Su 1/15/23– 3/5/23 2:00 PM– 4:00 PM 16+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $220 17342 Beginning and Continuing Tu 1/17/23– 3/7/23 10:00 AM– 12:00 PM 16+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $220 17343 Beginning and Continuing Tu 1/17/23– 3/7/23 1:00 PM– 3:00 PM 16+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $220 17344 Beginning and Continuing W 1/18/23– 3/8/23 6:00 PM– 8:00 PM 16+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $220 17340 Advanced Ceramics W 1/18/23– 3/8/23 10:00 AM– 12:00 PM 16+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $220 17780 Beginning and Continuing Su 3/19/23– 5/7/23 2:00 PM– 4:00 PM 16+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $220 17781 Beginning and Continuing Tu 3/21/23– 5/9/23 10:00 AM– 12:00 PM 16+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $220 17782 Beginning and Continuing Tu 3/21/23– 5/9/23 1:00 PM– 3:00 PM 16+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $220 17783 Beginning and Continuing W 3/22/23– 5/10/23 6:00 PM– 8:00 PM 16+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $220 17784 Advanced Ceramics W 3/22/23– 5/10/23 10:00 AM– 12:00 PM 16+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $220 17345 Hand Built Bowls W 1/25/23 5:30 PM– 7:00 PM 16+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $15 17346 Hand Built Bowls W 2/22/23 5:30 PM– 7:00 PM 16+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $15 17347 Hand Built Bowls W 3/29/23 5:30 PM– 7:00 PM 16+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $15 17348 Hand Built Bowls W 4/26/23 5:30 PM– 7:00 PM 16+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $15 POTTERS STUDIO CARD The Potters Studio at the Robert A. Lee Recreation Center maintains both electric and kick wheels and is available to persons 16 years of age and above. User Card holders are required to have completed at least one Iowa City Recreation Division ceramics class. The fee for a Potters Studio User Card includes use of the studio, glazes and firings. Clay is $20 per 25 lb bag. White and warm brown stoneware is available. Individuals in need of special accommodations should contact Joyce Carroll at JoyceC@iowa-city.org. User Card: $230: January 9–April 15 TO REGISTER: Online at icgov.org/ActivityRegistration 14 In-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Phone 319-356-5100 during regular facility hours FREE YOGA IN THE PARK Class is a full-body balanced workout combining strength conditioning, cardio, and mindfulness. Please bring an exercise mat, and a filled water bottle. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17332 Free Yoga in the Park Sa 5/20/23 9:30 AM– 10:15 AM 18+ Chauncey Swan Park No Fee YOGA — NO EXPERIENCE TO ADVANCE Designed for people with previous yoga experience. General style is Hatha with Vinyasa elements. Pace and difficulty is medium. Pose modifications will be taught to adjust the challenge. Instructor: Erin Landsee # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17358 Yoga Th 1/5/23– 1/26/23 9:00 AM– 10:00 AM 16+ Mercer Park Aquatic Center $60 17353 Yoga Tu 1/3/23–1/31/23 6:00 PM–7:00 PM 16+ Mercer Park Aquatic Center $75 17359 Yoga Th 2/2/23– 2/23/23 9:00 AM– 10:00 AM 16+ Mercer Park Aquatic Center $60 17354 Yoga Tu 2/7/23–2/28/23 6:00 PM–7:00 PM 16+ Mercer Park Aquatic Center $60 17360 Yoga Th 3/2/23– 3/30/23 9:00 AM– 10:00 AM 16+ Mercer Park Aquatic Center $75 17355 Yoga Tu 3/7/23–3/28/23 6:00 PM–7:00 PM 16+ Mercer Park Aquatic Center $60 17361 Yoga Th 4/6/23– 4/27/23 9:00 AM– 10:00 AM 16+ Mercer Park Aquatic Center $60 17356 Yoga Tu 4/4/23–4/25/23 6:00 PM–7:00 PM 16+ Mercer Park Aquatic Center $60 17371 Yoga Th 5/4/23– 5/25/23 9:00 AM– 10:00 AM 16+ Mercer Park Aquatic Center $60 17368 Yoga Tu 5/2/23–5/30/23 6:00 PM–7:00 PM 16+ Mercer Park Aquatic Center $75 ADULT RECREATION WINTER/SPRING 2023 ACTIVITY GUIDE 15IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION GOT STRENGTH WEIGHTLIFTING CLUB USA Weightlifting (USAW) club team dedicated to teaching the sport in a fun, safe and effective manner. Coaches assist all students to improve their skill level regardless of their starting point. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17334 Weightlifting Tu Th 1/3/23–1/31/23 6:00 PM–7:30 PM 8+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $100 17335 Weightlifting Tu Th 2/2/23–2/28/23 6:00 PM–7:30 PM 8+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $100 17336 Weightlifting Tu Th 3/2/23–3/30/23 6:00 PM–7:30 PM 8+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $100 17337 Weightlifting Tu Th 4/4/23–4/27/23 6:00 PM–7:30 PM 8+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $100 17339 Weightlifting Tu Th 5/2/23–5/30/23 6:00 PM–7:30 PM 8+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $100 PARKRUN ParkRun is a positive, welcoming and inclusive experience where there is no time limit and no one finishes last. Registration only needs to be done once on the www.parkrun.us website! # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17311 ParkRun Sa 1/7/23–4/29/23 9:00 AM– 10:00 AM 8+ City Park No Fee 17785 ParkRun Sa 5/6/23–5/27/23 8:00 AM–9:00 AM 8+ City Park No Fee 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. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17324 Aikido M W 1/2/23–1/30/23 6:30 PM–8:00 PM 12+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $25 17323 Aikido M W 2/1/23–2/27/23 6:30 PM–8:00 PM 12+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $25 17325 Aikido M W 3/1/23–3/29/23 6:30 PM–8:00 PM 12+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $25 17322 Aikido M W 4/3/23–4/26/23 6:30 PM–8:00 PM 12+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $25 17326 Aikido M W 5/1/23–5/31/23 6:30 PM–8:00 PM 12+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $25 TO REGISTER: Online at icgov.org/ActivityRegistration 16 In-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Phone 319-356-5100 during regular facility hours TEAM VOLLEYBALL Play once a week, plus a season-ending tournament. Person signing-up is responsible to find their own teammates. Divisions may be combined if not enough teams sign up. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17316 CoRec ‘A’ Su 1/15/23– 4/16/23 1:30 PM–5:30 PM 18+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $90 17317 CoRec ‘B’ Su 1/15/23– 4/16/23 1:30 PM–5:30 PM 18+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $90 17318 Women’s ‘A’ Tu 1/17/23– 4/11/23 6:15 PM–9:15 PM 18+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $90 17319 Women’s ‘B’ Tu 1/17/23– 4/11/23 6:15 PM–9:15 PM 18+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $90 INCLUSION SERVICES Inclusion services are offered at no additional cost. Inclusion supports come in the form of one or more of the following: program observation, staff training, program modification, modified equipment, and/or an inclusion companion. If you or someone you know require modifications or assistance to participate in recreational programs or city services, please notify us at registration and contact Malory Smysor, Recreation Supervisor for Adaptive & Inclusive Rec. Please provide us as much advanced notice as possible to provide modifications. Malory Smysor at (319) 356-5100 MSmysor@Iowa-City.org ADULT RECREATION WINTER/SPRING 2023 ACTIVITY GUIDE 17IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION AQUATICS Group Swim Lessons . . . . . . . . . .20 Group Swim Lessons Levels . . . . . . 21 Water Fitness Descriptions . . . . . . 22 Water Fitness Free Classes . . . . . . 22 Lifeguard Instructor/Trainer Update . 23 Lifeguard Instructor Course . . . . . . 23 Blended Lifeguard Training . . . . . . 23 Intro to Paddleboarding . . . . . . . . 24 Water Safety Instructor Course . . . . 24 Intro to Snorkeling . . . . . . . . . . .24 Water Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Lucky Littles Swim Party . . . . . . . .26 Underwater Egg Hunt . . . . . . . . .26 Sign up to receive text or email notification for any pool program cancellations or splash pad closures. To sign up visit icgov.org/rainout TO REGISTER: Online at icgov.org/ActivityRegistration 18 In-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Phone 319-356-5100 during regular facility hours POOL DAILY SCHEDULES Detailed schedules and hours can be found at icgov.org/pools MERCER PARK AQUATIC CENTER ROBERT A. LEE RECREATION CENTER 2701 Bradford Dr, Iowa City • (319) 356-5100 Mon–Sat 6:15 AM-8:00 PM Sun 11:15 AM–8:00 PM 220 S Gilbert St, Iowa City • (319) 356-5100 Mon–Fri 6:15–9:00 AM and 11:00 AM–1:00 PM Sat 6:15 AM–3:00 PM Fri & Sun 5:00–8:00 PM ($2 Swim) POOL ADMISSIONS DAILY • Children (0-2): FREE • Children & Adults (3+): $4 30 DAY POOL PASS Valid for 30 days from purchase • Resident Single: $22 • Non-resident Single: $33 • Resident Household: $40 • Non-resident Household: $60 POOL PASS PUNCH CARD 10 admits, non-expiring • Residents: $32 • Non-resident: $37 ANNUAL POOL PASS Valid for 1 year from purchase • Resident Single: $234 • Non-resident Single: $352 • Resident Household: $450* • Non-resident Household: $675* *Individuals residing in one household can utilize our Household Pass. Individuals residing in one household with over 5 members can be added to the monthly or annual pass for an additional charge per person. Individuals and households living in city limits who are approved for RecAssist are eligible to receive 50% off of all pool passes. RecAssist is our income-eligible program. POOL POLICIES Organized groups of 10 or more must make a reservation by emailing KConnell@iowa-city.org. Children 5 years and younger must be within arm’s reach of an adult 16 years or older. Only children currently 12+ years old will be allowed into Recreation Division facilities without an adult. Children 11 years old and younger must be accompanied and supervised by an adult. AQUATICS WINTER/SPRING 2023 ACTIVITY GUIDE 19IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION GROUP SWIM LESSONS Weekly Group Swim Lessons Robert A. Lee Mon, Tue, Wed, Thurs, Sun Recreation Center One day per week Fee $30 5 weeks Session 1: 2/5–3/5 Session 2: 3/26–4/23 Adaptive Private Swim Lessons Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Fee $50 per individual per session Sundays 5 individual lessons Session 1: 2/5–3/5 Session 2: 3/26–4/23 Register by emailing KConnell@iowa-city.org INCLUSION SERVICES Inclusion services are offered at no additional cost. Inclusion supports come in the form of one or more of the following: program observation, staff training, program modification, modified equipment, and/or an inclusion companion. If you or someone you know require modifications or assistance to participate in recreational programs or city services, please notify us at registration and contact Malory Smysor, Recreation Supervisor for Adaptive & Inclusive Rec. Please provide us as much advanced notice as possible to provide modifications. Malory Smysor at (319) 356-5100 MSmysor@Iowa-City.org TO REGISTER: Online at icgov.org/ActivityRegistration 20 In-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Phone 319-356-5100 during regular facility hours GROUP SWIM LESSON LEVELS DESCRIPTION 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. In an effort to focus on how we can maximize our impact and mission that “Every Kid Learns To Swim,” we’re focusing exclusively on group lessons at this time. Adult-Child Ages: 6-36 months An introductory course which covers safety topics and water readiness skills through adult-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 Pre-school 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 Pre-school 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. Teen/Adult Ages: 13+ 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. Adaptive Private Lessons Ages 3+ Individualized lessons for children and adults with special needs who would benefit from a one-to-one approach to water safety and instruction. Lessons are sensory-friendly, customizable, and designed with the participant and their needs in mind. Registration is done through our Aquatics Program Supervisor. AQUATICS WINTER/SPRING 2023 ACTIVITY GUIDE 21IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION WATER FITNESS DESCRIPTIONS Focusing on balance, flexibility, and overall body fitness using a variety of deep-water exercises designed to strengthen your core muscles and enhance cardiovascular endurance. Classes start with a warm up and stretching exercises before engaging in more strenuous exercises. WATER AEROBICS Intensity: Low to Moderate BOOTCAMP Intensity: Moderate to High ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION Intensity: Low to Moderate GENTLE WATER FITNESS Intensity: Low to Moderate An intensive fitness class using a variety of exercises, equipment, and the water’s natural resistance to increase flexibility, strength, cardio and core fitness. A portion of this class may take place on deck. Classes include a wide array of movements designed to increase range of motion and muscle strength while reducing fatigue and stiffness. Classes build in intensity from gentle to moderate to increase function and confidence in participants state of wellbeing. Participants do not need to know how to swim to participate in AFAP. Focusing on balance, flexibility, and overall body fitness using a variety of water exercises designed to strengthen your core muscles and enhance cardiovascular endurance. Classes start with a warmup and stretching exercises before engaging in more strenuous exercises. WATER FITNESS FREE CLASSES No registration required for these classes! Class Date Time Location Arthritis Foundation Class with Rita 1/2/23 11:00am–12:00pm Mercer Park Aquatic Center Water Aerobics Class with Jen 1/2/23 8:15am–9:00am Robert A Lee Recreation Center Deep Water Aerobics Class with Helen 3/3/23 5:15pm–6:00pm Robert A Lee Recreation Center Arthritis Foundation Class with Rita 3/31/23 11:00am-12:00pm Mercer Park Aquatic Center Gentle Water Exercise with Deanne 3/29/23 9:00am–10:00am Mercer Park Aquatic Center Deep Water Gentle Exercise with Deanne 4/30/23 9:00am–10:00am Robert A Lee Recreation Center TO REGISTER: Online at icgov.org/ActivityRegistration 22 In-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Phone 319-356-5100 during regular facility hours LIFEGUARD INSTRUCTOR/TRAINER UPDATE The American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor/Instructor Trainer Review Course is designed for current Instructors/Instructor Trainers to review administrative procedures as well as participate in a skill polish session to ensure consistency of course delivery when teaching American Red Cross courses. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17245 Lifeguard Sa 1/7/23 8:00 AM– 17+ Mercer Park $100 Instructor/Trainer 4:00 PM Aquatic CenterUpdate 17436 Lifeguard Sa 2/18/23 8:00 AM– 17+ Mercer Park $100 Instructor/Trainer 4:00 PM Aquatic CenterUpdate 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. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17255 Lifeguard Instructor F - Su 2/10/23– Times Vary 17+ Mercer Park $230 Course 2/12/23 Aquatic Center BLENDED LIFEGUARD TRAINING Learn to be a professional lifeguard through the American Red Cross Blended Learning and Classroom Lifeguarding Courses. Candidates who wish to work for ICPRD should contact Kate at KConnell@Iowa-City.org prior to registering for class. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17235 Blended Lifeguard F - Su 1/3/23– Times Vary 15+ Mercer Park $180 Training 1/5/23 Aquatic Center 17252 Blended Lifeguard F - Su 2/24/23– Times Vary 15+ Mercer Park $180 Training 2/26/23 Aquatic Center 17251 Blended Lifeguard F - Su 3/24/23– Times Vary 15+ Mercer Park $180 Training 3/26/23 Aquatic Center 17250 Blended Lifeguard F - Su 4/28/23– Times Vary 15+ Mercer Park $180 Training 4/30/23 Aquatic Center AQUATICS WINTER/SPRING 2023 ACTIVITY GUIDE 23IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION INTRO TO PADDLEBOARDING Be introduced to stand-up paddleboarding in a controlled setting! Learn how to safely get on and off the board, tips for moving from kneeling to standing on the board, and paddling techniques. Lifejackets will be provided and required for all participants. Individuals will have time at the end of the session to practice on their own. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17303 Paddleboarding - Sa 1/7/23 10:30 AM– 8-15 Mercer Park $20 Child 12:00 PM Aquatic Center 17302 Paddleboarding - Sa 2/18/23 10:30 AM– 8-15 Mercer Park $20 Child 12:00 PM Aquatic Center 17301 Paddleboarding - Sa 3/4/23 10:30 AM– 8-15 Mercer Park $20 Child 12:00 PM Aquatic Center 17300 Paddleboarding - Sa 4/22/23 10:30 AM– 16+ Mercer Park $20 Adult 12:00 PM Aquatic Center WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR COURSE The Water Safety Instructor Course trains instructor candidates to teach group and private swim lessons and water safety topics through the American Red Cross. Candidates who wish to work for ICPRD should contact Kate at KConnell@ Iowa-City.org prior to registering for class. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17254 Water Safety F - Su 1/27/23– Times Vary 16+ Mercer Park $215 Instructor Course 1/29/23 Aquatic Center INTRO TO SNORKELING Explore the pools, lakes, and oceans with new eyes and skills! Learn to safely breathe underwater, use snorkeling equipment, and learn basic, recreational snorkeling skills in this introductory snorkeling class. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17261 Snorkeling Sa 2/18/23 12:30 PM–2:00 PM 7+ Mercer Park Aquatic Center $20 17257 Snorkeling Sa 3/4/23 10:30 AM–12:00 PM 7+ Mercer Park Aquatic Center $20 TO REGISTER: Online at icgov.org/ActivityRegistration 24 In-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Phone 319-356-5100 during regular facility hours WATER FITNESS # Jan. # Feb. #March # April Title Day Time Location Fee 17489 17486 17482 17484 Water Aerobics w/Jen M 8:15 am– 9:00 am Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $16/mth 17490 17490 17483 17485 Water Aerobics w/Jen W 8:15 am– 9:00 am Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $16/mth 17488 17519 17520 17521 Water Aerobics w/Jen F 8:15 am– 9:00 am Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $16/mth 17441 17440 17439 17438 Arthritis Foundation Class w/Rita M 11:00 am– 12:00 pm Mercer Park Aquatic Center $16/mth 17445 17446 17444 17443 Arthritis Foundation Class w/Rita F 11:00 am– 12:00 pm Mercer Park Aquatic Center $16/mth 17480 17479 17478 17477 Gentle Water Aerobics w/ Deanne Th 9:00 am– 10:00 am Mercer Park Aquatic Center $16/mth 17466 17467 17469 17471 Deep Water Aerobics w/ Helen F 5:15 pm– 6:15 pm Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $16/mth 17473 17284 17474 17475 Deep Water Gentle Exercise w/ Deanne S 9:00 am– 10:00 am Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $16/mth N/A 17472 17470 17468 Deep Water Aerobics w/ Helen M 5:15 pm– 6:15 pm Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $16/mth N/A N/A 17458 17460 Aqua Bootcamp w/ Becky T 1:15 pm– 2:00 pm Mercer Park Aquatic Center $16/mth N/A N/A 17457 17459 Aqua Bootcamp w/ Becky Th 1:15 pm– 2:00 pm Mercer Park Aquatic Center $16/mth N/A N/A 17449 17455 Arthritis Foundation w/ Becky T 12:30 pm– 1:15 pm Mercer Park Aquatic Center $16/mth N/A N/A 17450 17448 Arthritis Foundation w/ Becky Th 12:30 pm– 1:15 pm Mercer Park Aquatic Center $16/mth AQUATICS WINTER/SPRING 2023 ACTIVITY GUIDE 25IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION LUCKY LITTLES SWIM PARTY Join us for a fun-filled, lucky rainbow themed party...at the pool! We will have in-water and on-deck activities, games, and crafts as well as music, snacks, and giveaways. Don’t miss this Lucky Littles Swim Party. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17243 Lucky Littles Swim Party Sa 3/18/23 3:30 PM–5:30 PM 2+ Robert A. Lee Rec Center $10 UNDERWATER EGG HUNT Join us for our annual Underwater Egg Hunt at Robert A Lee! Swimmers ages 2-12 are welcome to jump in and fill their basket with plastic floating eggs. Please bring your own basket. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17241 Underwater Egg Hunt Sa 4/1/23 10:00 AM–11:00 AM 2+ Robert A. Lee Rec Center $10 17242 Underwater Egg Hunt Sa 4/1/23 11:30 AM–12:30 PM 2+ Robert A. Lee Rec Center $10 TO REGISTER: Online at icgov.org/ActivityRegistration 26 In-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Phone 319-356-5100 during regular facility hours ADAPTIVE & INCLUSIVE REC (AIR) Arts and Crafts . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Cooking and Baking . . . . . . . . . .28 Life Skills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Sports and Wellness . . . . . . . . . .30 AIR Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 ADAPTIVE & INCLUSIVE RECREATION WINTER/SPRING 2023 ACTIVITY GUIDE 27IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION ARTS AND CRAFTS Express yourself! Art benefits us all, being creative and using your hands can be very therapeutic and a great way to socialize with friends. Come and explore a variety of mediums and projects. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17272 Performance Pals Th 1/19/23– 2/9/23 5:30 PM–7:00 PM 6–16 Mercer Park Aquatic Center $20 17262 Junk Robots Su 1/29/23 1:00 PM–2:00 PM 6–16 Robert A Lee Rec Center $8 17263 Upcycle Art Su 1/29/23 2:15 PM–3:15 PM 17+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $8 17271 Adaptive Actors W 2/8/23– 3/8/23 5:00 PM–6:30 PM 17+ Mercer Park Aquatic Center $20 17264 String Art for Kids M 2/13/23 5:30 PM–6:30 PM 6–16 Mercer Park Aquatic Center $8 17265 Holiday Decorations M 2/13/23 6:45 PM–7:45 PM 17+ Mercer Park Aquatic Center $8 17267 Introduction to Watercolor Th 2/16/23– 3/9/23 5:30 PM–6:30 PM 17+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $20 17266 Basic Drawing Th 2/16/23– 3/9/23 6:45 PM–7:45 PM 17+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $20 17268 Creative Kids Th 4/6/23– 5/4/23 5:30 PM–6:30 PM 6–16 Robert A Lee Rec Center $30 17269 Home Décor Th 4/6/23– 5/4/23 6:45 PM–7:45 PM 17+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $30 COOKING AND BAKING Learning to cook is a great pathway to independence. In our cooking and baking classes we are trying new foods while learning to measure, follow a recipe, and making healthy food choices. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17515 Healthy on a Budget Th 1/26/23 6:00 PM–7:30 PM 17+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $5 17516 Taste the World- Germany W 2/1/23 6:00 PM–7:30 PM 17+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $8 17522 Kid Chefs M 3/6/23– 3/27/23 5:30 PM–6:30 PM 6–16 Robert A Lee Rec Center $32 17517 Taste the World- Ireland W 3/15/23 6:00 PM–7:30 PM 17+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $8 17523 Cupcake “Wars” Sa 4/22/23 3:00 PM–4:00 PM 6–16 Robert A Lee Rec Center $8 17518 Taste the World- India M 4/24/23 6:00 PM–7:30 PM 17+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $8 TO REGISTER: Online at icgov.org/ActivityRegistration In-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Phone 319-356-5100 during regular facility hours 28 LIFE SKILLS Socializing and learning new talents are the goals of our skills programs. Play games, read a story, or even help to plan a social event. We are always having fun and making new friends! # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17413 Dance Committee- Happy Hearts F S 1/20/23 2/11/23 4:30 PM–5:30 PM 2:00 PM–3:30 PM 17+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $2 17412 Movie and Coco F 1/20/23 6:00 PM–8:00 PM All Ages Robert A Lee Rec Center No Fee 17426 Karaoke- Luau Night M 2/6/23 3:00 PM–4:00 PM 17+ Mercer Park Aquatic Center No Fee 17524 Family Story Time F 2/10/23– 3/17/23 9:00 AM– 10:00 AM 3–5 TBD $1 17525 Bookworms Book Club F 2/10/23– 3/17/23 10:00 AM– 11:00 AM 17+ TBD $5 17429 BINGO M 2/27/23 6:00 PM–7:00 PM 17+ Robert A Lee Rec Center No Fee 17415 Dance Committee- Glow Party M S 2/27/23 3/4/23 5:00 PM–6:00 PM 4:00 PM–5:30 PM 17+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $2 17430 Family BINGO W 3/8/23 5:00 PM–6:00 PM All Ages Mercer Park Aquatic Center No Fee 17256 BINGO W 3/8/23 6:00 PM–7:00 PM 17+ Mercer Park Aquatic Center No Fee 17418 Dance Committee- Spring Social Th F 3/30/23 4/14/23 4:00 PM–5:00 PM 4:00 PM–5:30 PM 17+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $2 17427 Karaoke- 80’s Night Th 3/30/23 5:00 PM–6:00 PM All Ages Robert A Lee Rec Center No Fee 17424 Dance Committee- Cinco de Mayo W F 4/26/23 5/5/23 3:00 PM–4:00 PM 4:00 PM–5:30 PM 17+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $2 17435 Card Night W 4/26/23 4:00 PM–5:00 PM 17+ Robert A Lee Rec Center No Fee 17511 May Day Baskets M 5/1/23 10:30 AM– 12:00 PM 17+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $2 17513 Yahtzee Night W 5/17/23 4:00 PM–5:00 PM 17+ Robert A Lee Rec C No Fee 17514 Family Yahtzee Night W 5/17/23 5:00 PM–6:00 PM All Ages Robert A Lee Rec Center No Fee ADAPTIVE & INCLUSIVE RECREATION WINTER/SPRING 2023 ACTIVITY GUIDE 29IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION SPORTS AND WELLNESS Fitness is important for all of us. No need to be competitive and who cares about the score, join your friends, and get moving! These are not competitive sports and are not affiliated with Special Olympics. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17274 Lap Swimming W 1/18/23– 3/1/23 3:00 PM–4:00 PM 8+ Mercer Park Aquatic Center $18 17275 Fun Time Fitness Tu 1/24/23– 2/28/23 4:00 PM–5:00 PM 17+ Robert A Lee Rec Center No Fee 17276 Cardio Class Tu 1/24/23– 2/28/23 5:00 PM–6:00 PM 17+ Robert A Lee Rec Center No Fee 17277 Track F 3/3/23– 4/7/23 3:00 PM–3:45 PM 8+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $18 17278 Field F 3/3/23– 4/7/23 3:45 PM–4:30 PM 8+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $18 17280 Dance Basics- Jazz Tu 3/21/23– 4/25/23 4:00 PM–5:00 PM 17+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $18 17281 Beginners Yoga Tu 3/21/23– 4/25/23 5:00 PM–6:00 PM 17+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $18 AIR EVENTS Enjoy events just for you! Dance, create, move, and make new friends. One-time events help us celebrate what we love to do and learn new skills # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17425 Family Snowball Fight Sa 1/28/23 2:00 PM–3:00 PM 6–16 Robert A Lee Rec Center $2 17428 Happy Hearts Dance Sa 2/11/23 3:30 PM–5:00 PM 17+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $5 17432 Glow Party Dance Sa 3/4/23 5:30 PM–7:00 PM All Ages Robert A Lee Rec Center $5 17279 Adaptive Sports Day Su 3/19/23 1:00 PM–3:00 PM All Ages Robert A Lee Rec Center $5 17270 Sip and Paint Sa 4/1/23 3:00 PM–4:30 PM 17+ Mercer Park Aquatic Center $10 17434 Spring Social Dance F 4/14/23 5:30 PM–7:00 PM 17+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $5 17433 Family Wonderland Tea Party Su 4/16/23 1:00 PM–3:00 PM 6–16 Robert A Lee Rec Center $2 17512 Cinco De Mayo Dance F 5/5/23 5:30 PM–7:00 PM All Ages Robert A Lee Rec Center $5 TO REGISTER: Online at icgov.org/ActivityRegistration 30 In-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Phone 319-356-5100 during regular facility hours YOUTH RECREATION Archery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Art of the Insect . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 FamilyArts and Crafts . . . . . . . . . 32 Creative Writing . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Ceramics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Yoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Horizons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Hands On History . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Timberdoodle Hikes . . . . . . . . . . 34 Winter/Spring Bird & Prairie Walks . 34 Basketball (3-on-3) . . . . . . . . . . 35 Basketball (5-on-5) . . . . . . . . . . 35 Basketball (Instructional) . . . . . . . 36 Tumbling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Taekwondo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Astronomy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Try Fishing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Roller Skating Clinic . . . . . . . . . . 38 Roller Skating Lessons. . . . . . . . . 38 Soccer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Snag Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Flag Rugby . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Lacrosse. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Volleyball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Fossils . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 YOUTH RECREATION WINTER/SPRING 2023 ACTIVITY GUIDE 31IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION ARCHERY This program covers the basics of Archery, including equiment, safety, range commands and shooting technique. The classes will then consist of mainly shooting practice once participants are comfortable with the basics. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17584 Youth Archery M 4/17/23– 5/15/23 5:00 PM–5:30 PM 8–12 Willow Creek Park $30 17585 Youth Archery M 4/17/23– 5/15/23 5:40 PM–6:10 PM 8–12 Willow Creek Park $30 17586 Youth Archery M 4/17/23– 5/15/23 6:20 PM–6:50 PM 8–12 Willow Creek Park $30 ART OF THE INSECT Learn about different insects and their habitats as we create our own versions of them. We will learn about beetles, butterflies, bees and more. # Title Day Date Time Grades Location Fee 17380 Art of Insects Sa 1/28/2023, 12:30 PM– K-3rd Robert A Lee $30 2/11/2023– 2:00 PM Rec Center2/25/23 17381 Art of Insects Sa 1/28/2023, 2:30 PM–4:00 PM 4th-6th Robert A Lee $30 2/11/2023– Rec Center2/25/23 17382 Art of Insects Th 3/9/2023, 10:30 AM– Pre-Robert A Lee $18 3/23/2023– 11:30 AM school Rec Center4/6/23 17383 Art of Insects Sa 3/11/2023, 12:30 PM– K-3rd Robert A Lee $30 4/1/2023– 2:00 PM Rec Center 4/15/23 17384 Art of Insects Sa 3/11/2023, 2:30 PM–4:00 PM 4th-6th Robert A Lee $30 4/1/2023– Rec Center 4/15/23 FAMILY ARTS AND CRAFTS An art opportunity designed for the whole family! Make memories creating a different work of art each month. Enroll now in one or more of these weekends. Price is per child. Parents/caregivers do not pay. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17388 Faux Stained Glass Su 1/22/23 2:00 PM–4:00 PM 2–17 Robert A Lee Rec Center $12 17389 Play With Your Food! Su 2/26/23 2:00 PM–4:00 PM 2–17 Robert A Lee Rec Center $12 17391 Animal Masks Su 3/26/23 2:00 PM–4:00 PM 2–17 Robert A Lee Rec Center $12 17392 Mobiles Su 4/30/23 2:00 PM–4:00 PM 2–17 Robert A Lee Rec Center $12 TO REGISTER: Online at icgov.org/ActivityRegistration 32 In-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Phone 319-356-5100 during regular business hours CREATIVE WRITING Practice the art of fiction! Create your own world and characters, flex your creative muscles with exercises and prompts. Learn tips and tricks to improve your writing and tell your story. No experience required. # Title Day Date Time Grades Location Fee 17387 Creative Writing Sa 4/1/23–5/6/23 10:00 AM– 11:30 AM 6–12 Robert A Lee Rec Center $35 CERAMICS Learn how to make bowls, flowers, stars, and clay pots using hand building techniques with clay. We will construct our pieces during the first workshop and glaze our pieces during the following meeting. # Title Day Date Time Grades Location Fee 17377 Hand Built Hand Sa 2/11/23 & 10:00 AM– 8–14 Robert A Lee $30 Bowls 2/25/23 12:00 PM Rec Center 17378 Hand Built Stars Sa 3/11/23 & 10:00 AM– 8–14 Robert A Lee $30 and Flowers 4/1/23 12:00 PM Rec Center 17379 Hand Pots Sa 4/8/23 & 4/22/23 10:00 AM– 12:00 PM 8–14 Robert A Lee Rec Center $30 YOGA We will learn about Yoga & Mindfulness through a blend of activities including breathwork, guided meditation, games, and coloring. Naturally calm the nervous system by creating stability in the mind and body. Instructor: Sarah Oxley # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17770 Yoga for Kids W 1/11/23– 3/29/23 5:30 PM–6:00 PM 6–10 Robert A Lee Rec Center $120 17769 Tween Yoga W 1/11/23– 3/29/23 6:10 PM–6:40 PM 11–13 Robert A Lee Rec Center $120 INCLUSION SERVICES Inclusion services are offered at no additional cost. Inclusion supports come in the form of one or more of the following: program observation, staff training, program modification, modified equipment, and/or an inclusion companion. If you or someone you know require modifications or assistance to participate in recreational programs or city services, please notify us at registration and contact Malory Smysor, Recreation Supervisor for Adaptive & Inclusive Rec. Please provide us as much advanced notice as possible to provide modifications. Malory Smysor at (319) 356-5100 MSmysor@Iowa-City.org YOUTH RECREATION WINTER/SPRING 2023 ACTIVITY GUIDE 33IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION HORIZONS Learn about cultures from around the world through, craft, dance and music. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17367 Chinese New Year Sa 1/21/23 1:00 PM–3:00 PM 5–12 Robert A Lee Rec Center $12 17369 Black History Month Sa 2/18/23 1:00 PM–3:00 PM 5–12 Robert A Lee Rec Center $12 17370 Women’s History Month Sa 3/4/23 1:00 PM–3:00 PM 5–12 Robert A Lee Rec Center $12 17373 Cinco de Mayo Sa 5/6/23 1:00 PM–3:00 PM 5–12 Robert A Lee Rec Center $12 HANDS ON HISTORY Go back in time and learn some crafts of the late 1800s. We have partnered with the Johnson County Historical Society to provide historical information, games, and crafts. All kids 11 and under must be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older. Price is per child. Parents/caregivers do not pay. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17394 Tart’s Quilting Co. Sa 4/8/23 1:00 PM–3:00 PM 5–17 City Park Cabins $12 17395 Rag Rugs and Coil Basketry Sa 4/29/23 1:00 PM–3:00 PM 5–17 City Park Cabins $12 17405 Poor Farm Tour Sa 5/13/23 1:00 PM–3:00 PM 5–100 JC Poor Farm No Fee TIMBERDOODLE HIKES Enjoy an evening at Waterworks Prairie. Learn about migratory birds coming through Iowa City at this time of year! Waterworks is a perfect pitstop for many migrating waterfowl and is specially suited for spotting rails and woodcocks around this season. In collaboration with Green Iowa AmeriCorps. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17407 Timberdoodle Hikes F 3/31/23– 5/19/23 7:30 PM–9:00 PM 10–100 Waterworks Prairie Park No Fee WINTER/SPRING BIRD & PRAIRIE WALKS Explore Iowa City’s beautiful woodland and prairies and the birds that call them home. We will cover a wide variety of different species that are native and migrants to Iowa City, as well as how to identify their calls and behaviors. In collaboration with Green Iowa AmeriCorps. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17406 Bird & Prairie Walk Su 1/8/23–5/7/23 1:00 PM–2:30 PM 10–100 Various Parks No Fee TO REGISTER: Online at icgov.org/ActivityRegistration 34 In-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Phone 319-356-5100 during regular business hours BASKETBALL (3-ON-3) Basketball size, hoop height, and rules will be modified according to age. Participants will practice 1 day a week at the Grant Wood Gym. Games will be scheduled on Fridays. This is parent-coached. # Title Day Date Time Grades Location Fee 17527 Basketball Boys M/F 1/23/23– 2/27/23 6:00 PM–6:50 PM 1st–2nd Grant Wood Elementary $52 17528 Basketball Boys W/F 1/25/23– 3/1/23 6:00 PM–6:45 PM 1st–2nd Grant Wood Elementary $52 17529 Basketball Boys Th/F 1/26/23– 3/2/23 6:00 PM–6:45 PM 1st–2nd Grant Wood Elementary $52 17530 Basketball Boys Tu/F 1/24/23– 2/28/23 6:00 PM–6:45 PM 1st–2nd Grant Wood Elementary $52 17531 Basketball Girls Tu/F 1/24/23– 2/28/23 6:00 PM–6:45 PM 1st–2nd Grant Wood Elementary $52 17532 Basketball Girls W/F 1/25/23– 3/1/23 6:00 PM–6:45 PM 1st–2nd Grant Wood Elementary $52 BASKETBALL (5-ON-5) Teams will participate in 6 practices and 4 Saturday games. This league will be based on recreational play with modified rules and equipment size. This program is parent-coached. # Title Day Date Time Grades Location Fee 17536 Basketball Boys M/Sa 1/23/23– 2/27/23 7:00 PM–7:50 PM 3rd–4th Grant Wood Elementary $52 17537 Basketball Boys W/Sa 1/25/23– 3/1/23 7:00 PM–7:50 PM 3rd–4th Grant Wood Elementary $52 17538 Basketball Boys M/Sa 1/23/23– 2/27/23 6:00 PM–6:50 PM 3rd–4th Grant Wood Elementary $52 17539 Basketball Girls M/Sa 1/23/23– 2/27/23 7:00 PM–7:50 PM 3rd–4th Grant Wood Elementary $52 17540 Basketball Girls W/Sa 1/25/23– 3/1/23 7:00 PM–7:50 PM 3rd–4th Grant Wood Elementary $52 17541 Basketball Boys Tu/Sa 1/24/23– 2/28/23 7:00 PM–7:50 PM 5th–6th Grant Wood Elementary $52 17542 Basketball Boys Th/Sa 1/26/23– 3/2/23 7:00 PM–7:50 PM 5th–6th Grant Wood Elementary $52 17543 Basketball Girls Tu/Sa 1/24/23– 2/28/23 7:00 PM–7:50 PM 5th–6th Grant Wood Elementary $52 17544 Basketball Girls Th/Sa 1/26/23– 3/2/23 7:00 PM–7:50 PM 5th–6th Grant Wood Elementary $52 YOUTH RECREATION WINTER/SPRING 2023 ACTIVITY GUIDE 35IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION BASKETBALL (INSTRUCTIONAL) Kids will work on dribbling, passing, shooting and defensive stance. Program will be played on smaller hoops and with an elementary sized basketball. # Title Day Date Time Grades Location Fee 17563 Basketball W 1/18/23– 2/22/23 5:15 PM–5:55 PM Preschool Robert A Lee Rec Center $29 17564 Basketball M 1/23/23– 2/20/23 5:15 PM–5:55 PM Preschool Robert A Lee Rec Center $24 17545 Basketball W 1/18/23– 2/22/23 6:00 PM–6:45 PM K Robert A Lee Rec Center $38 17546 Basketball M 1/23/23– 2/20/23 6:00 PM–6:45 PM K Robert A Lee Rec Center $32 TUMBLING Students will work on basic progressions including forward rolls, backward rolls, cartwheels, bridges, and simple body shapes. Students must be able to work and practice independently from parents. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17571 Tumbling W 2/1/23– 3/1/23 5:00 PM–5:30 PM 3 Mercer Park Aquatic Center $30 17572 Tumbling W 3/29/23– 4/26/23 5:00 PM–5:30 PM 3 Mercer Park Aquatic Center $30 17574 Tumbling W 2/1/23– 3/1/23 5:35 PM–6:05 PM 4–5 Mercer Park Aquatic Center $30 17575 Tumbling W 3/29/23– 4/26/23 5:35 PM–6:05 PM 4–5 Mercer Park Aquatic Center $30 17577 Tumbling W 2/1/23– 3/1/23 6:10 PM–6:40 PM 6–7 Mercer Park Aquatic Center $30 17578 Tumbling W 3/29/23– 4/26/23 6:10 PM–6:40 PM 6–7 Mercer Park Aquatic Center $30 TO REGISTER: Online at icgov.org/ActivityRegistration 36 In-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Phone 319-356-5100 during regular business hours TAEKWONDO Program will cover basic blocks, kicks, punches, forms and self-defense techniques associated with traditional Olympic-style World Taekwondo Federation (WTF) technique. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17495 Beginners Tu Th 1/3/23–1/31/23 5:00 PM–5:45 PM 6+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $36 17496 Beginners Tu Th 2/2/23–2/28/23 5:00 PM–5:45 PM 6+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $36 17497 Beginners Tu Th 3/2/23–3/30/23 5:00 PM–5:45 PM 6+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $28 17500 Beginners Tu Th 4/4/23–4/27/23 5:00 PM–5:45 PM 6+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $32 17501 Beginners Tu Th 5/2/23–5/30/23 5:00 PM–5:45 PM 6+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $36 17492 Advanced Tu Th 1/3/23–1/31/23 5:50 PM–6:40 PM 7+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $36 17493 Advanced Tu Th 2/2/23–2/28/23 5:50 PM–6:40 PM 7+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $36 17494 Advanced Tu Th 3/2/23–3/30/23 5:50 PM–6:40 PM 7+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $28 17498 Advanced Tu Th 4/4/23–4/27/23 5:50 PM–6:40 PM 7+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $32 17499 Advanced Tu Th 5/2/23–5/30/23 5:50 PM–6:40 PM 7+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $36 ASTRONOMY Join us on a journey through the cosmos! Explore our solar system and beyond as we play games and make crafts. Learn about different planets, black holes, and astronomical wonders. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17385 Astronomy Su 2/5/23– 3/5/23 5:00 PM–6:00 PM 6–12 Robert A Lee Rec Center $38 TOTTIME Monday- Friday, January 4 – April 28 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM Mercer Park Aquatic Center $1 per child Kids ages 1-6 are invited to come and run around at this indoor play area. Equipment includes, bounce house, climb on slides, tumbling mats, small basketball hoop, and trikes. There will also be some daily themes. Ages 1–6. YOUTH RECREATION WINTER/SPRING 2023 ACTIVITY GUIDE 37IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION 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 is hosting try-it fishing nights at Lower City Park. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17503 Try Fishing W 4/26/23 5:00 PM–6:30 PM 5–15 City Park $3 17504 Try Fishing W 5/3/23 5:00 PM–6:30 PM 5–15 City Park $3 17505 Try Fishing W 5/10/23 5:00 PM–6:30 PM 5–15 City Park $3 17506 Try Fishing W 5/17/23 5:00 PM–6:30 PM 5–15 City Park $3 17507 Try Fishing W 5/24/23 5:00 PM–6:30 PM 5–15 City Park $3 ROLLER SKATING CLINIC Learn the basics of roller skating and build confidence. We will provide the skates, you just need socks! Check out our open skate times and try out your new skills. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17408 Roller Skating Clinic Sa 1/21/23 4:00 PM–5:30 PM 5+ Robert A Lee Rec Center No Fee 17409 Roller Skating Clinic Sa 3/11/23 4:00 PM–5:30 PM 5+ Robert A Lee Rec Center No Fee ROLLER SKATING LESSONS Learn the basics of roller skating and build confidence. Then check out our open skate times and try out your new skills. Ongoing lessons each week building on previously learned skills. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17410 Roller Skating Lessons Sa 1/28/23– 2/18/23 4:30 PM–5:30 PM 5+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $30 17411 Roller Skating Lessons Sa 4/1/23– 4/22/23 4:30 PM–5:30 PM 5+ Robert A Lee Rec Center $30 SOCCER This is a parent-coached program. Kids will learn ball handling, defense, and shooting on goal. Register for practice on a convenient day and time. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17567 Soccer M Th 4/17/23– 5/18/23 5:20 PM–6:05 PM 4–5 Mercer Park $38 17568 Soccer Tu Th 4/18/23– 5/18/23 5:20 PM–6:05 PM 4–5 Mercer Park $38 17569 Soccer M Th 4/17/23– 5/18/23 6:10 PM–6:55 PM 5–6 Mercer Park $38 17566 Soccer Tu Th 4/18/23– 5/18/23 6:10 PM–6:55 PM 5–6 Mercer Park $38 TO REGISTER: Online at icgov.org/ActivityRegistration 38 In-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Phone 319-356-5100 during regular facility hours SNAG GOLF This is a modified game by using oversized clubs and tennis balls. The first 3 weeks participants will learn the basic strokes and rules. On the last day, kids will shoot 9-holes with a parent/guardian as the caddie. # Title Day Date Time Grades Location Fee 17509 Snag Golf Th 4/20/23– 5/11/23 5:20 PM–5:50 PM 1st–2nd Mercer Park $24 17510 Snag Golf Th 4/20/23– 5/11/23 5:55 PM–6:35 PM 3rd–4th Mercer Park $24 FLAG 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! Program will focus on running, evading, catching, passing, and pulling flags. # Title Day Date Time Grades Location Fee 17557 Flag Rugby M 4/17/23– 5/15/23 5:20 PM–6:00 PM K–1st Mercer Park $30 17558 Flag Rugby W 4/19/23– 5/17/23 5:20 PM–6:00 PM K–1st Mercer Park $30 17556 Flag Rugby M W 4/17/23– 5/17/23 6:05 PM–6:55 PM 2nd–3rd Mercer Park $38 LACROSSE Program will focus on teaching the fundamental skills including: cradling, scooping, throwing, and catching. This is a non-contact class. All equipment will be provided. # Title Day Date Time Grades Location Fee 17560 Lacrosse Tu 4/18/23– 5/16/23 4:45 PM–5:15 PM 1st–2nd Mercer Park $30 17561 Lacrosse Tu 4/18/23– 5/16/23 5:20 PM–6:05 PM 3rd–4th Mercer Park $30 17562 Lacrosse Tu 4/18/23– 5/16/23 6:10 PM–6:55 PM 5th–6th Mercer Park $30 YOUTH RECREATION WINTER/SPRING 2023 ACTIVITY GUIDE 39IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION VOLLEYBALL Pass, Set, Hit! Participants will learn the basic fundamentals of volleyball such as serving, setting, and passing in a fun and positive environment. # Title Day Date Time Grades Location Fee 17580 Volleyball M 2/27/23– 3/27/23 5:15 PM–5:55 PM 2nd–3rd Robert A Lee Rec Center $30 17581 Volleyball W 3/1/23– 3/29/23 5:15 PM–5:55 PM 2nd–3rd Robert A Lee Rec Center $30 17582 Volleyball M W 2/27/23– 3/29/23 6:00 PM–6:50 PM 4th–6th Robert A Lee Rec Center $38 FOSSILS Explore the science of rocks, minerals, and fossils as we dive into Iowa’s ancient past. Make your own fossils, play games to learn about erosion, 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. # Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 17386 Fossils Su 3/19/23– 4/23/23 3:00 PM–4:00 PM 6–12 Robert A Lee Rec Center $38 TO REGISTER: Online at icgov.org/ActivityRegistration 40 In-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Phone 319-356-5100 during regular facility hours SPECIAL EVENTS New Years Eve Beach Ball Drop . . . 42 Science and Technology Party . . . . 42 Roller Skating. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Freeze Fest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Spring Break STEAM Camps . . . . . 43 Spring Equinox . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Native Plant Symposium . . . . . . . 44 Farmers Market . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Poor Farm Tour. . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Social Media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Pedal Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 YOUTH RECREATION WINTER/SPRING 2023 ACTIVITY GUIDE 41IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION NEW YEARS EVE BEACH BALL DROP Robert A Lee Friday Rec Center December 31 Pre-Registration 11:30 AM – Required $10 12:30 PM Activity # 16650 Join is for our take on New Years Eve with a pool party and pool-tastic beach ball drop once the clock turns noon. Roller Skating SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY HOUSE PARTY Sunday Robert A Lee January 29, 2023 Rec Center 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM A STEAM information event designed to show off our newest equipment made possible with support from ACT. Hands-on activities with robots, drones, microscopes, building materials and music making technology. Beginner Level Most Saturdays Youth January 14 – 2:00 pm - 4:00 PMMay 20, 2023 All Levels & Ages Robert A Lee 5:30 PM -7:30 PMRec Center Free roller skating at the RAL Gym on most Saturdays. All youth 11 and under must be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older. Groups limited to 5 kids per adult. Facilities pass required to check out skates. Socks are required. Rec Division facility rules apply. Some dates are not available for skating. No skating 3/25/23. Special Events are open to the public and free except where noted. 42 LET’S PUT THE “A” IN STEAM: SPRING BREAK STEAM CAMPS Monday – Friday Robert A Lee March 13 – Rec Center March 17 Campers will explore how art and design meet technology. We will use traditional artist techniques with a STEM twist. Let’s learn science and create art at the same time. We will create optical illusions, automated art sculptures, marble runs, art from natural objects, and pendulum paintings. Registration for spring break camps will be available February 27th. SPRING EQUINOX Sunday Robert A Lee March 19, 2023 Rec Center 1 PM – 3 PM Celebrate the beginning of spring! At this family- friendly event, we will learn about the science of the equinox, plant some seeds, and explore the awakening of the Discovery Garden. All youth 11 and under must be accompanied by an adult or caregiver 16 years or older. Sunday Terry Trueblood February 5, 2023 Recreation Area 1 PM - 3 PM Don’t let freezing temperatures keep you from enjoying nature this winter. Freeze Fest is a fun, family-friendly outdoor exploration event for all ages. There will be indoor and outdoor activities including 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 no registration fee and no pre-registration is required. Special Events are open to the public and free except where noted. 43 Native Plant Symposium Saturday April 29 9:00 am- 3:00 pm Robert A. Lee Recreation Center (17837) Cost: $25 Do you want to attract more pollinators and other wildlife to your yard? Maybe change up a landscape design by replacing invasive plants with native ones? Plan for your spring and summer gardening season while getting inspired by the power of native plants! Participants will enjoy a keynote address, breakout sessions, a catered lunch, and a sense of community amongst other native plant enthusiasts. Whether you are new to gardening or you’ve got the greenest thumb in town, there will be something for everyone at this event. Chauncey Swan Parking Ramp Saturdays Starting May 6, 2023 7:30 am – 12 pm www.icgov.org/farmersmarket Shop local at the annual Iowa City Farmers Market, which kicks off on Saturday, May 6. Find fresh produce, baked goods, crafts, locally-raised meats, and more—all produced by local vendors. Be sure to come hungry, bring some friends, and stay for a while. Choose from one of many hot food and drink vendors and enjoy weekly music entertainment and yard games in Chauncey Park. Special Events are open to the public and free except where noted. 44 POOR FARM TOUR Johnson County Saturday Historical Poor 1 PM - 3 PM May 13 Farm Poor Farm Tour: A collaboration with Johnson County Historical Society. Get your hands dirty as we take a guided tour of the Johnson County Historical Poor Farm and its buildings. We will have the opportunity to try some activities and crafts from the 1850’s. All youth 11 and under must be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older. There is no registration fee and no pre-registration is required. Must provide own transportation. 4811 Melrose Ave, Iowa City, IA 52246. PEDAL P WER Sunday Terry Trueblood May 21 Recreation Area 1 PM - 3 PM Bike Safety Skills Course Bike Decorating Station Scavenger Hunt Strider Bike Skills Course Info & Demo Booths Prizes Follow us on social media and stay-up-to-date on park projects, special events, and more. ICParksandRec. ICFarmersMarket SPECIAL EVENTS WINTER/SPRING 2023 ACTIVITY GUIDE 45IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION RECREATION EVENTS WINTER/SPRING 2023 Pre-Registration is Required * DECEMBER FEBRUARY APRIL 13 Registration Opens for Iowa 5 Freeze Fest 1 Sip and Paint (AIR) * City Residents 10 Moonlight Walks * 1 Underwater Egg Hunt* 14 Registration Opens for Non-Iowa City Residents 4 Garden Plot Registration MARCH 17 Holiday Market 16 Family Wonderland Tea Party (AIR) 4 Dog Sweater Party18 Winter Solstice Celebration 29 Native Plant Symposium 11 Free Roller-Skate Clinic *31 New Years Eve Beach Ball Drop 13–17 Spring Break STEAM Camps MAY 18 Lucky Little Swim Party * 6 First Day of Farmers Market JANUARY 19 Adapt Sports Day (AIR) * 13 Johnson County Historic Poor 9 Tot Time Resumes Farm Tour 19 Spring Equinox Celebration 20 Moonlight Walks * 20 FREE Yoga in the Park 14 Roller-Skate Resumes 21 Pedal Power 21 Free Roller-Skate Clinic* 27 Splash Pads & City Park Pool opens 28 Family Snowball Fight (AIR) * 29 Science And Technology House Party