Winter/Spring 2015 Dance, Playtime, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball, Youth Yoga, Adult Fitness and so much more Registration for all Winter/Spring Programs opens online at midnight on Monday, January 26. Please visit www.eatonco.org for access to online registration and additional program information.
EATON RECREATION DEPARTMENT INFORMATION Contact Information 224 First Street Eaton, CO 80615 970.454.1070 www.eatonco.org 2014 Department Hours of Operation Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Weekend s Dependent of fitness classes being held (See Winter Fitness Schedule) WINTER/SPRING REGISTRATION Fall Registration Opens Monday, January 26! Online registration begins at midnight. Please visit the Town of Eaton s website, www.eatonco.org for access. The Eaton Recreation Center Guest Service desk is open 8am 5pm, Monday Friday for onsite registrations. Registrations are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. For more information call Eaton Recreation at 970-454-1070. YOUTH SPORTS SEASON TIMELINE Event Registration Opens Registration Closes Week prior to 1st practice Week prior to 1st game Mid to end of season End of Season VOLUNTEER COACH RECRUITMENT Volunteer coaches needed! Please contact bkentfield@eatonco.org for additional information about becoming a volunteer head coach. NEW Volunteer coach incentives for Head Coaches only! One child s participation fee waived for each team that is coached. Please contact 970.454.1070 for a Coach Job Description and how to apply.. Activities Register, make special requests, coaches pick practice days/times Eaton Rec will form teams, recruit additional coaches if needed, order uniforms, conduct coach s meeting Distribute rosters to coaches, coaches contact parents regarding practices days/times Distribute game schedules and uniforms to coaches Picture day, updated schedule, distribute awards and pictures to coaches Optional team party and opportunity to evaluate program or league For information regarding Recreation Department programs contact: Bryan Kentfield, Recreation Director, 970-454-1070 or bkentfield@eatonco.org For Recreation Department program updates, please visit www.eatonco.org. TEAM FORMATION FOR YOUTH SPORTS Teams will be formed by the Recreation Director and based upon a request system. During registration, parents/guardians will have the opportunity to make one of four requests: 1) Coach Request A request for the participant to play on a specific coach s team. Please confirm with the coach prior to registration that he/she is in fact coaching this season/sport/age division. 2) Player/Friend Request A request to play on the same team as a specific player or friend. Both friends must request each other for the request to be considered. 3) Practice Days Request A request to practice on a specific day or time. We do our best to accommodate this request, however each coach selects the team s practice days and times. 4) No preference Priority is given based on registration date and time, please register early. We will attempt to honor all requests, but must retain the right to deny any request in order to maintain team equality. Therefore requests are taken, but not guaranteed! SCHOLARSHIPS Scholarships are available for eligible participants. A Scholarship Request Form must be filled out in person at the Recreation Department prior to registration. Applications must be submitted and pre-approved before registration. For more information, please call: Bryan Kentfield, Recreation Director: (970)454-1070. WAITING LISTS Waiting lists are a source of contact and do not guarantee you will receive a call back. We will contact you if a space becomes available. Waiting lists for a closed class or sport provide us with contact information and do not limit you from registering for any other open class. INCLEMENT WEATHER HOTLINE Every attempt will be made to allow practices and play games; however, if field and/or weather conditions present an unsafe environment for participants, spectators, coaches, officials, and/or staff, we will postpone or cancel practices and games. Field supervisors are instructed to err on the side of caution when it comes to inclement weather decisions. Please call the Eaton Recreation Center at 970.454.1070 for weather updates. Weather information can also be found at www.eatonco.org/ recreation-department.htm. Weather information will be updated by 4:00 pm on weekdays or 8:00 am on weekends. There are three situations to listen for: All games and practices are being played as scheduled All games and practices have been cancelled The fields are open and it is the coach s discretion to cancel or hold practice. (In this case, please assume that practice is being held unless you hear differently from your coach.) REFUNDS All refund requests require an automatic $10 processing fee. A refund request must be filled out at the Recreation Department. A refund will only be granted during the registration dates for the program requesting the refund. No refunds allowed after the registration deadline. Refunds may require up to four weeks to process and are mailed to the address on the request form. Full refunds are given if a program is cancelled; it does not require a request form. FACILITY RENTALS Looking for a space to host your next function, meeting, or celebration? Our multipurpose room is available for rental. For availability, please contact the center at (970)454-1070. 2 www.eatonco.org
YOUTH SPORTS SOCCER VOLLEYBALL 1 st & 2 nd Grade Little Reds Volleyball 1st & 2nd grade volleyball is a great introduction to volleyball in a fun environment. Players will develop their bumping, passing, serving and defensive fundamentals and will play games in various local communities as part of the Northern Valley Athletic Association (NVAA). Teams practice once or twice per week and play games on Saturdays. Fee includes an Eaton Recreation volleyball jersey. Players must provide and wear their own knee pads. All teams will be coached by parent volunteers; if interested, please contact bkentfield@eatonco. org. Registration deadline is February 6. Date: February 16 April 11 Grade: 1st & 2nd Grade Fee: $39 New! Little Kickers Coed Soccer (Ages 4-5) Little Kickers is a 7 week recreational league designed to introduce soccer fundamentals in a fun environment. Practices and games will be held at the Eaton Elementary School on Saturday mornings. There will be a meet and greet on Saturday, March 14 for kids to receive their shirts, meet their teammates/coach and to have a short practice. Games will begin on March 21. Game days will consist of a 30 minute practice followed by a 30 minute game against an opposing Eaton team. Shin guards are not required, but highly encouraged. Fee includes t-shirt. All teams will be coached by parent volunteers; if interested, please contact bkentfield@eatonco.org. Registration deadline is March 6. Day: Saturday Date: March 14 May 2 Grade: Pre K-Kindergarten Fee: $29 Little Reds Soccer (Ages 5-8) 1st & 2nd grade soccer is a great progression in league play where players will put their dribbling, passing, shooting, and defensive skills to the test against teams from neighboring communities. Teams practice once or twice per week and play games on Saturday mornings and or afternoons. Fee does not include the Little Reds reversible jersey. Jerseys can be purchased at the Eaton Recreation Center for $22. Fee includes shorts and red socks. All players must provide their own shin guards. Molded soccer cleats (toeless front cleat) are recommended but not required. All teams will be coached by parent volunteers; if interested, please contact bkentfield@eatonco.org. Registration deadline is March 6.. Date: March 16 May 8 Ages: 5-6 (participants must be 5 by April 1, 2015) 7-8 (participants may not turn 9 during the season) Fee: $39 NVAA 3 rd -6 th Grade Volleyball Players will continue to progress their volleyball skills in a slightly more competitive environment. The Northern Valley Athletic Association (NVAA) consists of other agencies in the region and traveling is required. Teams practice once or twice per week and play games on Saturday mornings. Fee includes an Eaton Recreation volleyball jersey. Players must provide and wear their own knee pads. All teams will be coached by parent volunteers; if interested, please contact bkentfield@eatonco. org. Registration deadline is February 6. Date: February 16 April 18 Ages: 3rd-4th Grade 5th-6th Grade Fee: $55 For NVAA League Information including game schedules, maps, and rules log-on to quickscores.com/nvaa 10/12 & Under Soccer (Ages 9-12) Players continue to progress their soccer fundamentals while participating in the slightly more competitive Windsor Recreation Soccer League. Teams practice once or twice per week and play games on Saturday mornings in Windsor. Fee includes shorts and red socks. Little Reds reversible jerseys can be purchased at the Eaton Recreation Center for $22. All players must provide their own shin guards. Molded soccer cleats (toeless front cleat) are recommended but not required. Fee does not include the Little Reds reversible jersey. Jerseys can be purchased at the Eaton Recreation Center for $22. All teams will be coached by parent volunteers; if interested, please contact bkentfield@eatonco.org. Registration deadline is March 6. Date: March 16 May 8 (first game April 4) Ages: 8 & Under 10 & Under 12 & Under Fee: $55 Baseball Field Reservations The Eaton Recreation Department will be taking Field Reservation Requests for the baseball fields located at Eaton Commons Park. Baseball Field reservations must be made in person at the Eaton Recreation Department starting March 2, 2015. A $25 field reservation fee must be paid at the time of the reservation. For more information about reserving a field, please call Eaton Recreation Department at 970-454-1070. 3
SOFTBALL YOUTH SPORTS GEYL Softball (Ages 7-14) Participants will develop their softball fundamental while incorporating game strategies in the Greeley Evans Youth League (GEYL). The GEYL consists of other agencies and travel will be required. Teams practice once or twice per week and play games at both home and away locations. Fee includes a jersey and visor; however, all players must provide their own glove. All teams will be coached by parent volunteers; if interested, please contact bkentfield@eatonco.org. Registration deadline is March 27. Date: April 13 July 18 Ages: 8 & Under 10 & Under 12 & Under Fee: $69 (8U) $79 (10U/12U) ADULT SPORTS Adult Co-ed Volleyball (ages 17+) Level of play for this adult league is recreational or open. Fees must be paid in full at the time of registration. The spring season will consist of eight games with the last week as a tournament format TBD. Awards to be given to tournament champions. Registration deadline is February 2. Day: Sunday Date: February 8 March 29 Ages: Coed Rec (6v6) Women s Open (4v4) Time 3:00, 3:45, 4:30, 5:15, or 6:00 pm (depending on teams) Fee: $199 YOGA New! Brain and Body Youth Yoga YOGA TO YOUTH Offering active and instructional youth yoga classes that are designed to familiarize students with yoga postures (Warrior, cobra, star, frog, dancer, etc.) and provide resources to empower participants to manage stress. Classes are an effective way to improve mental focus, cardiorespiratory fitness, physical functioning and reduce stress/anxiety. Mrs. Lisa Maroni (M.Ed., CYT), will engage kids in moving, breathing, laughing, discussing health/nutrition and using their imaginations. Each class will incorporate a new theme and there will be inspirational music, storytelling, dance, games and crafts. Participants should bring a water bottle and wear comfy clothes. Yoga mats will be available, but kids may also bring their own. Scholarships available upon request. Day: Thursdays Date: Sessions begin January 22 Time: 3:30-4:15 PM* (Grades K-2) 4:15-5:00 PM* (Grades 3-5) Location: Eaton Rec Activity Room Contact: Lisa Maroni (M.Ed., CYT), Owner/Director at (720)548-8880 with any questions, more family or youth yoga offerings and/or for registration. 4 www.eatonco.org
CHILDREN S PROGRAMS DayTime PlayTime! (Ages 1-5) The Eaton Recreation Center becomes your playground as youngsters have the facility to play and be in a social and safe environment. A ratio of one adult per three children is required and adults must be present and able to supervise. No registration is required. Day: Times: Fee: Mondays & Fridays 10:15 11:15am Cost $1 per child per day New! PE Mix (AGES 3-5) PE Mix is a new 5 week program that will introduce children to variety of sports and activities such as flag football, soccer, basketball and individual sports. A giant emphasis on FUN throughout each class is sure to have your youngster smiling from ear to ear! Fee includes a t-shirt and all equipment is provided. All classes will be held at Eaton Elementary School. In the case of inclement weather class will be held in the gymnasium. Registration deadline is 7 days prior to the first class. Day: Tuesday Date: March 24 April 21 Times: 4:00 4:45pm 4:50 5:35pm Day: Thursday Date: March 26 April 23 Times: 4:00 4:45pm 4:50 5:35pm Fee: $29 Start Smart Co-ed Basketball (Ages 3-4) Start Smart Programs help prepare parents and children for organized sports in a FUN, non-threatening environment focusing on a variety of skills. Fee includes a t-shirt and all equipment is provided. All classes will be held at Eaton Elementary School. Registration deadline is 7 days prior to the first class. Day: February 10 March 10 (Tuesday) February 12 March 12 (Thursday) Time: 4:00 4:45pm Fee: $29 GENERAL RECREATION Quest Academy of Martial Arts Youth and family classes at the Eaton Recreation Department. Martial Arts classes offer a curriculum that is deeply rooted in tradition, balanced with progressive and innovative teaching methods and philosophies. Quest Academy of Martial Arts is dedicated to character development and life skills education. Day: Tuesday, 4-5 pm Age: Fee: 5 & Older $49 per month (plus $42 fee for new participants to purchase optional uniform) Register: Register in person with Quest Academy during class time at the Eaton Activity Center. Registration is ongoing and available until full. Contact: Professor Castro, Owner/Director at (970) 388-6198 with any questions. Northern Colorado Karate of Eaton A full range of martial art classes. Great for home-school students and adults who would love to give it a try! Classes teach practical, efficient and easy-to-learn systems that incorporate kicking, punching, and selfdefense. Classes emphasize respect of self and others, self-confidence, loyalty, character development, and creating lasting relationships. Adults and kids are taught separately and classes range from beginners to black belt and beyond. Day: Tuesday and Thursday, 9:40 am Age: 5 & Older Fee: $60 per person or $120 for the family per month (includes uniform) Contact: Keith Schuett at (970) 371-0718 with any questions or to set up your two free introductory classes. 5
A DANCE PLACE A Dance Place will be offering a variety of dance classes for children at the Eaton Recreation Department. Dance classes are taught in a fun and creative environment. Dance participants will learn dance technique, self-esteem, discipline, poise, balance, teamwork, and much more! Hippity Hop (Ages 4 1/2*-6) Teaches the fundamentals of hip hop to age appropriate music in an age appropriate manner. This is an engaging, high energy, and FUN class!! *Must be 4 by Feb 1 Mondays 4:15 5:00 Dance & Tumble (Ages 2-4) Introduction to basic ballet, jazz & tumbling through creative movement using props, games & children s music. Promotes motor development through music and movement, imaginative dance, body strengthening and coordination, and imaginative dance. Mondays 3:30-4:15, Mondays 5:00-5:45 Jazz Funk/HipHop (Ages 6-11) A little bit hip hop, a little bit jazz, and a whole lot of FUN! Students will learn jazz technique, hip-hop moves, and fun choreography to age appropriate music. Wednesday 4:15 5:00, Ages 6-8 Wednesday 5:00 5:45, Ages 9-11 Register online now at www.adanceplace.com Winter/Spring dance classes start Monday, August 19 at the Eaton Activity Center. Contact Farrah Dobbins, Owner/Director at (970) 590-9530 with any questions. Ballet/Poms 1 (Ages 4 1/4-6) Introduction to beginner ballet technique, basic cheer, jazz & tumbling movements in a fun and positive environment. Wednesdays 3:30-4:15 SPECIAL EVENTS New! Eaton s Night Out! Eaton s Night Out is offered on the last Friday of each month and gives parents the opportunity to drop their children off to enjoy a night out in our great community. Youngsters ages 6 to 12 will enjoy contests, games, age appropriate music and much more in the Eaton Recreation activity room. At drop of, parents will have the comfort of knowing that we will provide a safe, active, and fun environment! Day: The last Friday of each month (1/30, 2/27, 3/27, 4/24) Time: 6:30 9:30pm Location: Eaton Rec Activity Room Fee: $10/child (max $30/family) Family Day of Health and Fitness Does your family need more support with continuing your 2015 New Year s health resolutions? You and your family members will have the opportunity to meet local health and fitness providers all in one convenient location at Eaton Rec! Come sample healthy snacks, sign up for a free chair massage, watch a sample family karate class, participate in family group exercise demonstrations, enjoy vendor product samples, learn beneficial information from our community health experts and much, much more! Door prizes and giveaways throughout the event (must be present to win). Please contact Eaton Recreation for additional details! Register online or in person at Eaton Recreation starting January 19. Scholarships available upon request. Date: Time: Location: Fee: January 24th 9:00-12:00pm Eaton Rec Activity Room $10 per family (up to 4 family members) Each additional family member is $2. $3 for Indiviudals 6 www.eatonco.org
FITNESS & WELLNESS Winter/Spring Fitness Schedule Fitness schedules are released quarterly please visit www.eatonco.org/ recreation-department.htm for the latest version. Winter Schedule Spring Schedule Summer Schedule Fall Schedule December February March May June August September November Spring Yoga Workshop Join us for a spring Yoga Workshop and learn how to move your body to balance, health and wellness at your own pace. Explore ways to increase strength and proper alignment in each pose (asana). Learn to release tightness and stress in different areas of the body. All fitness levels welcome, whether you are new to Yoga or an experienced Yogi! Refreshments and drawing for Yoga items included in the workshop. Instructor: Chrissie Samuel Day: Saturday Date: April 18 Time: 9:00 11:00am Age: 14 & older Fee: $12 Adult Fitness Information All fitness classes are held at the Eaton Recreation Center except for Aquacise which is held at the Eaton High School Indoor Pool. Fitness classes are taught by certified fitness instructors. Schedule is subject to change. No registration required. Fitness class payment requires a dropin fee or purchase of a punch card. Punch cards are available for purchase at the Eaton Recreation Center. Drop-in Fees Fitness Class $5 Open Workout $1 Punch Card Fees Punch Cards are valid for 20 classes and expire within 6 months of purchase. Adult $60 (18 years and older) Senior/Student $50 (6o years and older or valid Student ID) Aquacise Fitness Classes Hosted by the Eaton Recreation Department and held at the Eaton High School swimming pool, aquacise is the perfect class if you re looking to improve your cardiovascular endurance while using the water to ease strain on muscles and joints. Regardless of height, weight/ build, size, or gender, this is a great opportunity for people of all ages to enjoy the pool, workout in a social environment, and have fun! Day: Tuesdays & Thursdays Time: 5:30 6:30pm Fee: $5 drop in or 20 punch pass for $60 ($50 for active adults age 60 and up) AQUATICS Eaton Red Waves Youth Swim Team The Eaton Red Waves is a local parent run, non-profit organization that promotes swimming as a lifelong skill. Swimmers benefit from muscular toning, cardiovascular fitness, and coordination refinement. The ERW s swim club is also a great way to make friends, participate in competitive meets and participate in fun team activities scheduled throughout the year. The club is a year-round competitive swim club sanctioned through USA Swimming. It is open to swimmers at least 6 years of age and able to swim 50 yards (2 lengths of the Eaton H.S. pool). For additional information, please visit www.eatonredwaves.com and direct all questions to eatonredwaves@gmail.com. 7
TOWN OF EATON RECREATION DEPARTMENT 224 FIRST STREET EATON CO 80615 Registration for all Winter/Spring Programs opens online at midnight on Monday, January 26. Please visit www.eatonco.org for access to online registration and additional program information. LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR WELCOME! What a great year it has been Eaton! 2014 was filled with so many exciting events, activities and accomplishments. We are very proud of the progress made, including the launch of our well received online registration software and participation in our athletics exceeded even our very high expectations. As we move into 2015, our year will be dedicated to being on the positive side of the, slight edge. The thought that simple disciplines repeated over time will create success while simple mistakes over time will create failure. We look forward to being on the correct side of the slight edge and the success it will bring to this wonderful community. The holiday season has come and gone, and winter has already settled itself in. To keep you and your family active throughout the long winter season (January-April), we invite you to participate in a variety of programs, classes, and events! In this version of our program guide, you ll find all of your winter/spring favorites, but there are a few additions that we could not be more excited to offer! One of those is Eaton s Night Out, an opportunity to drop your youngsters off in the care of our qualified staff and enjoy an evening out (pg. 6). Keep that New Year s resolution on track by attending a fitness class (pg. 7); we have over 25 classes each week, one is sure to fit your schedule and style! Youth volleyball, soccer, and softball (pg. 3) will be better than ever as we will look to continue to host as many games as possible, and if you are looking for something to keep your toddler or preschooler busy, check out our DayTime PlayTime, Start Smart classes and PE Mix (pg. 5). Finally, we are excited to continue our Special Event series which 2015 begins with our Family Day of Health and Fitness Open House on January 24 (pg. 6) Registration for all of our winter/spring 2015 programs begins on January 26. We are happy to answer any questions, hear your concerns, and work together to ensure that what we offer is exactly what you need. This community demands and deserves the very best and we are proud to be able to serve your needs through recreation. Thank you for your involvement and we look forward to seeing you and your family in 2015! For information regarding Recreation Department programs contact: Bryan Kentfield Recreation Director 970-454-1070 or bkentfield@eatonco.org 2015 Department Hours Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm Weekend s Dependent on fitness classes being held (See Fitness Schedule) Yours in Recreation,