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1 XXXXXXX Explore High Quality, Creative & Physically Active Ajax programs are: HIGH FIVE accredited meeting provincial standards for safety and quality. Committed to ensuring participants have a positive experience with our proven child-centred approach to development. Memorable, social and above all... FUN! Designed to encourage fair play, healthy competition and leadership. If required, register for One-to-One Support in addition to your Children s Program registration. Please refer to Inclusion Services page 8 for further details. Ajax Cricket-eers Experienced instructors will teach this beginner program proper techniques of bowling, catching and batting, along with the rules of the game. Ages: 7-12yrs Wed Sep 26 5:15pm-6:30pm $ Ajax Improv Crew Whose line is it anyway? It s yours when you join the Ajax Improv Crew! Learn to think quickly on your feet and develop improv skills through acting games, instruction and comedy! A final interactive improv performance will be held on the last class. Ages: 7-12yrs St. Francis Centre Mon Sep 19 6:00pm-7:00pm $62 Wk(s): Art Exploration Explore art through painting, drawing, sculpture and pastels. Learn new techniques such as colouring and shading. Children will create a variety of art projects. Ages: 7-10yrs 6:00pm-7:30pm $ :15am-12:45pm $ Art Exploration Mini For the pint-sized Picasso! An introduction to painting and drawing techniques for the budding artist. Participants will create paper crafts. Ages: 5-6yrs 5:00pm-6:00pm $ Autumn Greenwood An eco-adventure based program at the scenic Greenwood Conservation Area. Participate in outdoor activities like hiking, scavenger hunts, low ropes challenges, campfires, survival training and a family cookout. Ages: 7-12yrs Greenwood Discovery Pavilion 6:30pm-8:00pm $85 Wk(s): Bollywood Dance Fun and easy to learn Bollywood dance techniques for the budding dancer. A combination of classical Indian dancing with pop influences. Ages: 5-9yrs 11:00am-12:00pm

2 Center Stage Drama Troupe GirlSport Let your inner star shine centre stage! Build confidence on stage and learn the fundamentals of drama through games, monologues, characterizations, movement and vocal exercises. Put your new theatre skills to use in a final stage show. Ages: 9-15yrs A sports program for girls only! Learn basketball, dodgeball, soccer, floor hockey, European handball and soccer-baseball while having fun and gaining athletic confidence. Ages: 7-12yrs Kinsmen Heritage Centre Wed Sep 28 Crafty Kids 6:30pm-8:00pm $111 9:00am-10:00am Dance Centre Stage $ Young dancers develop creative expression through movement, steps and routines. The basics of ballet and jazz are introduced, including positioning, poise, rhythm and performance. Ages: 6-8yrs 5:00pm-6:00pm 1:15pm-2:15pm Dodgeball! Dr. Dodgeball, King s Court and Ultimate Elimination! Throw, catch and dodge, while exploring the many ways this game can be played. Championship Dodgeball Tournament during the last class. Ages: 7-12yrs 6:00pm-7:15pm $67 Fitness KickBoxing for Kids Girls-Only Basketball $87 Mon Sep 19 7:00pm-9:00pm Guitar - Level 1 $136 Wk(s): Learn the fundamentals of guitar playing, developing good habits and a solid foundation of the basics. Learn the types, handling, and tuning of guitars. Read music notation and develop performance skills as you play popular songs. Guitar required. Workbooks can be purchased in class or in advance from Strings Connected, Ages: 8-15yrs 10:00am-11:00am Guitar - Level Further develop your musicianship skills by reading and performing from a more challenging repertoire of songs in various styles of music. You will also be introduced to lifting (figuring out by ear), simple melodies and chord progressions. Guitar required. Workbooks can be purchased in class or in advance from Strings Connected, Ages: 8-15yrs :10am-12:10pm Hang Time Basketball Learn the fundamentals of basketball and develop skills in dribbling, shooting and passing. Championship Day Tournament during the last class. Ages: 6-12yrs (6-8yrs) 9:00am-11:00am (9-12yrs) 11:00am-1:00pm Mon Sep 19 (8-12yrs)6:30pm-8:30pm 6:30pm-8:00pm St. Francis Centre A basketball program designed for girls only! Learn the fundamentals of basketball and develop skills in dribbling, shooting, and passing. Every class will be highlighted with game play! Ages: 7-12yrs Learn kickboxing basics in this unique form of cardiovascular training. Learn the correct form and technique and benefit from improved physical fitness. Boxing hand wraps are included in course fee. Boxing gloves also recommended. Ages: 9-12yrs 6:00pm-6:45pm Get ready to own the stage in this show-stopping program that showcases the talents of young aspiring singers and dancers. The participants will become Vocal Revolution, the newest GLEE team in Town. Ages: 9-15yrs Tue Sep 20 $67 GLEE: The Next Generation Tue Sep 20 11:00am-12:15pm Crafty Kids use their imaginations and creativity to transform everyday items like pipe cleaners, paper bags and egg cartons into crafty creations. Don t forget the googly eyes! Weekly projects are designed to inspire athome projects with family and friends. Ages: 5-10yrs $ $ $92 $ $84 Wk(s): Pickering High School Fri Sep 30 6:30pm-8:00pm 17

3 Hockey Night in Ajax! Kids Great Minds - Computer Animation Passing, shooting and scoring! Enhance ball hockey skills by taking part in weekly drills, shoot outs, and games. Emphasis will be placed on fun, fair play, and teamwork. All equipment will be provided. Ages: 8-12yrs Fri Sep 23 7:15pm-8:30pm $64 Wk(s): 11 Holiday Cookie & Craft Workshop :00pm-7:00pm Karate Kidz $30 Wk(s): Learn self-defense techniques and increase your fitness level through the ancient art of Goju-Ryu Karate-Do. An introductory program in a recreational environment. Please wear comfortable clothing. Ages: 7-13yrs Tue Sep 20 6:45pm-7:45pm Kids CAN-BIKE $ Carruthers Marsh Pavilion 11:00am-1:00pm $84 Wk(s): Kids Great Minds - Apple Game Creation with Hopscotch Learn the basics of programming by creating your own games for your ipad. Impress your friends and family by sharing your own unique games with them. Please Note: Participants are required to bring their own ipad to this course. Ages: 8-10yrs 6:00pm-7:30pm $ Kitchen Kids - Master Jr. Chefs Follow the Kitchen Kids secret recipe to become a Master Jr. Chef! Food preparation skills are the main ingredient. But don t forget to add a heap of kitchen safety, a handful of weekly mystery cooking challenges, a pinch of menu planning, and laughter to taste. Master Jr. Chefs enjoy their creations at the end of each class and create their own recipe book filled with their delicious appetizer, dinner, and dessert creations! All food and supplies provided. Please Note: This is not an allergy free zone. Ages: 6-12yrs Mon Sep 19 5:00pm-6:30pm $120 Wk(s): Learn to Fence - Beginner $ **Please Note: The Annual Ontario Fencing Association membership fee is $20, payable to the instructor at the first class** Wed Sep 7 6:30pm-7:45pm $129 Wk(s): Learn to Fence - Intermediate This program focuses on more complex foot and blade work in one-on-one competition with classmates. Pre-requisite (new students): Fencing-Beginner. Ages: 8-13yrs **Please Note: The Annual Ontario Fencing Association membership fee is $20, payable to the instructor at the first class** Wed Sep 7 6:30pm-7:45pm Looney Toons $129 Wk(s): Learn the basics of cartooning and techniques related to pencil and colouring. Create comic strips, invent your own superhero and design a comic book. Learn how to draw popular cartoon characters. Ages: 7-12yrs Thu Sep :00pm-6:00pm Learn the fundamentals of fencing, foot and blade work in basic one-on-one competition with classmates. Ages: 8-13yrs Learn skills and build confidence to ride safely on residential streets. Learn the rules of the road and the sidewalk, how to ride next to parked cars, bicycle maintenance, and how to navigate intersections and bike trails. Bicycle safety will be made fun with interactive lessons that teach kids how their bikes work. This course is accredited by Cycling Canada. Please Note: Participants must supply their own bicycles, helmets, bike bell and front and back light or reflector strip. Closed-toe shoes must be worn. Ages: 7-13yrs Sat Sep 10 Children will decorate a batch of holiday cookies. Junior chefs will get creative with fluffy frosting, candies, and gumdrops. They will create a holiday themed craft to accompany their yummy cookie creations! Please Note: This is not an allergy free zone. Ages: 6-12yrs Mon Dec 12 Unleash your imagination and create your own animated cartoon movie. You will be guided step by step, drawing in a computerized environment, as you create and watch your cartoon come to life. This course develops logical and motor skills, stimulating creativity and self-expression. At the end of the program children will be sent their animated movies. Ages: 6-11yrs 6:00pm-7:30pm $

4 Mad Science Brixology Parent & Mini Picasso Build a new LEGO project each week! Explore mechanical engineering while building boats and vehicles and experience the thrill of aerospace engineering when the space station is assembled. Young future engineers will build upon their creativity through fun and hands-on design challenges such as carnival rides, drawing machines, and mechanical animals. Ages: 6-12yrs A course to inspire the artist hidden within everyone! Parents introduce their Mini Picasso to painting, drawing, and clay sculpture in this hands-on parented class. Ages: 5-6yrs Spooky Treats Halloween Workshop Tue Oct 11 6:00pm-7:00pm $140 Masterpiece Re-CREATION! Polock s Splatter Art, Banksy s Legendary Stencils, Morrisseau s Woodland Icons, Monet s Watercolours, and Warhol s Patterned Prints. Each week a new artistic style and famous artist will be explored. Come dressed to make a mess. Ages: 7-12yrs Fri Sep 23 5:15pm-6:45pm $80 Wk(s): Parent & Child Hang Time Basketball Sat Sep 17 10:00am-11:00am $ Little ghouls and goblins will have a spooktacular time creating Halloween inspired treats. Come dressed in costume for an extra prize. Please Note: This is not an allergy free zone. Ages: 6-12yrs Mon Oct 24 5:00pm-7:00pm $30 Wk(s): Sportball Multi-Sport Children are introduced to soccer, hockey, basketball, baseball, volleyball, tennis and golf in a non-competitive environment. Classes are high energy, fun and creative. Programs promote confidence, self-esteem and teamwork! Ages: 5-8yrs Develop running, passing, dribbling, and shooting skills. Parents and children use their new skills to face-off in weekly friendly basketball games. Please Note: Parent/ guardian participation required. Only the child needs to be registered for the program. Ages: 6-9yrs 7:00pm-8:00pm Parent & Child Sports Club For the family that loves sports! Together, parent and child participate in dodgeball, soccer, basketball, floor hockey, ultimate frisbee and European handball. Participants use their new skills to face-off in weekly friendly games. Please Note: Parent/guardian participation required. Only the child needs to be registered for the program. Ages: 6-12yrs 6:00pm-7:00pm Parent & Daughter Indoor Ringette She shoots! She scores! Develop skills in passing, shooting, scoring, and learn the rules of indoor ringette. Parents and daughters use their new skills to face-off in weekly friendly games. Please Note: Parent/guardian participation required. Only the child needs to be registered for the program. Ages: 6-12yrs Fri Sep 16 (5-8yrs) 4:00pm-5:00pm Sat Sep 17 (5-7yrs) 12:10pm-1:10pm $ $ Sportball Multi-Sport & FitKids Children improve their overall fitness and health by participating in soccer, hockey, basketball, baseball, volleyball, tennis and golf as well as fun and functional fitness skills. The benefits of teamwork and skill development are reinforced, enabling children to gain confidence and develop social skills. This integrated training program will help build flexibility, stability and strength. Ages: 8-12yrs Fri Sep 16 5:00pm-6:00pm $ Squash Learn to Play - Beginner Learn the rules of play, basic strategies and techniques from our Squash Instructor. Ages: 9-12yrs Thu Oct 20 6:40pm-7:20pm $96 Wk(s): :30am-10:45am

5 Step It Up We Got Game Learn all the latest Hip Hop moves in this fun and energetic dance class. Instruction is a combination of street and pop dance styles. Dancers learn basic techniques with the goal of performing a routine at the end of the session. Ages: 6-12yrs (9-12yrs) 7:00pm-8:00pm (6-8yrs) 1:00pm-2:00pm Tue Sep 20 (6-8yrs) 6:30pm-7:30pm (6-8yrs) 6:00pm-7:00pm (9-12yrs) 7:00pm-8:00pm Tennis Aces - Indoor Tennis For the child who is interested in all sports! Basic skills are taught in basketball, dodgeball, soccer and floor hockey. Every class is highlighted with game play in the sport of the day! Emphasis will be placed on fun, fair play and teamwork. Ages: 7-12yrs 6:00pm-7:15pm World Cup Soccer $ Goal! Learn basic soccer skills including game rules, ball handling, shooting and passing. Every class is highlighted with game play! Emphasis will be placed on fun, fair play and teamwork. Ages: 7-12yrs Game, set, match! Tennis Aces develop skills in serving, returning, racquet strokes and learn the rules of the sport. Aces participate in game play and mini tournaments that further develop skills and build tennis knowledge. All activities are played on a full court with age appropriate equipment. Ages: 10-13yrs Yoga poses with movement, music, games and laughter will help children to build flexible, strong and healthy bodies, increase concentration, build confidence and find their own creativity. Ages: 6-10yrs Sun Sep 25 2:45pm-3:45pm $109 Tennis Juniors - Indoor Tennis Tennis Juniors hit the courts and develop skills in serving, returning, racquet strokes and learn the rules of the sport. Juniors participate in fun games and mini tournaments that help improve skills and build tennis knowledge. All activities are played on a 3/4 court with age appropriate equipment. Ages: 8-10yrs Sun Sep 25 1:30pm-2:30pm $109 Tennis Tykes - Indoor Tennis Tennis Tykes develop skills, hand-eye coordination and learn the basic rules of the sport in a fun and safe environment. Tykes are set up for success through practice and play on a half-court using age appropriate tennis equipment. Ages: 5-7yrs Sun Sep 25 12:15pm-1:15pm Traditional Karate $ Expert instruction to progress through the coloured belt system based on instructor led testing. Pre-requisite: Karate Kidz or equivalent experience in a private Dojo. For best results sign up two nights/week. Ages: 7-13yrs Mon Sep :15pm-7:45pm 6:15pm-7:45pm $78 $ $ $ Lester B. Pearson Public School Yoga Kids 6:00pm-7:15pm 10:45am-11:30am $ Young Chefs Baking and Cake Decorating Ever wonder what baking soda does, or what baking powder is? In each week of this four week program, young chefs will enjoy creating delectable desserts, exploring the world of cake decorating and taking home a masterpiece. This program takes place at the Ajax Superstore. Please Note: This is not an allergy free zone. Ages: 8-14yrs The Real Canadian Superstore 12:00pm-1:15pm 6:00pm-8:00pm $80 Wk(s): Young Chefs Culinary Kids Young Chefs explore cooking through menu planning and cooking in a safe environment. Menus include desserts, delectable meals, snacks and kitchen science. This program takes place at the Ajax Superstore. Please Note: This is not an allergy free zone. Ages: 8-14yrs The Real Canadian Superstore Thu Nov 3 6:00pm-8:00pm $80 Wk(s):

6 FRIDAY FUN CENTRES TIME: 6 to 8 p.m. COST: $3.25 at the door Bolton C. Falby Public School Westney Heights Community School Cadarackque Public School (French Immersion Fun Centre) Available for children/youth 6-12yrs of age A night of fun with your friends! Join us for sports, cooperative activities, games and more. All locations (except the ) begin Sept. 16, 2016 and operate until Dec. 2, The will begin Sept. 30, Resume Jan. 13, School locations will be closed Oct. 7 and Nov. 18. School locations for security reasons, doors are locked 15 minutes after sign-in. Please arrive on time. Saturday, November 26, 2016 at 6 p.m. A special evening of lights, music and magic! Parade begins at the intersection of Bayly St. and Mackenzie Ave. and ends at Town Hall. Join us for a tree lighting ceremony at Town Hall immediately following the parade (approx. 7:15 p.m.) There will be entertainment, children s activities and free hot chocolate. For more information, visit /townevents 21