Redwood Heights Recreation Center 3883 Aliso Avenue (510) 482-7827 Redwood Heights 3883 Aliso Avenue (510) 482-7827
7 SUMMER 2012 classes for children at Redwood Heights Recreation Center PEEWEE KARATE Kids in this class will learn and practice real, traditional martial arts values like non-violence, cooperation, respect and helping others. They will also build coordination, balance and fitness through fun, physical activities and learn basic, age appropriate skills for safety and self defense. When they are ready to move into the big kids karate class, they will have an excellent head start! Instructor: Didi Goodman Register Anytime. Class is ongoing. At times the class is full, but we will keep a waiting list and you will be notified when Pee Wee Karate is open. Day s class meets: Mondays Class times: 4:00 5:00 pm Age: 4½ -5 years No exceptions on lower age limit. Cost: $25/month (or 3 months pre-paid in advance for $60) BALLET TECHNIQUE The Ballet program, under the direction of Patricia Hunter, at Redwood Heights includes Pre-Ballet through and including Beginning Pointe. Patricia Hunter is a Certified Associate with the Imperial Society of Teachers of Classical Ballet. She danced professionally for 12 years and has taught in the Bay Area for the past 21 years. For a more detailed breakdown of this program, please ask for a Ballet Technique handout in the office. SPRING 2012 BALLET TUITION Please read carefully under specific class Pre-Ballet Saturdays 10:30-11:15 $100 (max 8 students) Ballet A Saturdays 9:00-10:15 $115 Ballet B + pre-pointe Saturdays only 11:30-1:00 $140 Ballet B+Pointe Saturdays 11:20-1:30 $140 (this includes a 10 minute break before pointe shoes go on)
3 PRE-BALLET Pre-ballet Pre-Ballet is an introduction to ballet through simple movements, images and pretend, which builds a child s confidence and self-motivation. An appreciation for classical music will be nurtured along with the great ballet stories that inspire young children to dance. YOUR CHILD MUST BE 4 ON THE DATE OF FIRST CLASS PLEASE BRING BIRTH CERTIFICATE WHEN REGISTERING!!! Instructor: Patricia Hunter Registration for new students begins May 15, 2012 Class times: 10:30 am 11:15 am Age: 4-6 years of age Cost: $100 BEGINNING BALLET A SATURDAY This class is the FUNdamentals of pre-ballet, adding a degree of control while carefully monitoring progress so as not to injure the developing joints and musculature. The ballet bar is introduced and instilling correct habits, (especially posture and alignment of the spine) is the focus to form a strong foundation to begin a more serious training or pre-pointe class at about age 9. * See Below Instructor: Patricia Hunter REGISTRATION FOR NEW STUDENTS BEGINS MAY 15, 2012 Class times: 10:30 am 12:00 pm Age: 6-9 years of age Cost: $115 *Note: This will be a combo class with pre-ballet from 10:30-11:15: From 11:15-11:30 a ballet movie, the students will warm up and do plies at the bar with the Ballet B students from 11:30 until 12:00. This is a Summer only format. A fun challenge for advance Ballet A dancers. BALLET B SATURDAY This is a more structured class for graduates of Beg. Ballet A or a dancer with at least 2 years of recent ballet experience. We will add a more advanced ballet vocabulary, more technique, as well as continue to nurture self-confidence, individual style, posture and poise for the young dancers. You will see self-discipline begin to develop while their joy of dance becomes evident. As progress is made, the optional addition of the pre-pointe class is available to ensure readiness for pointe shoes at about 11 or 12 years, but ONLY if the dancer is ready to dedicate herself to the extra effort it takes to learn to dance on pointe.
7 BALLET B + PRE-POINTE Class times: 11:30 am 1:00 pm Age: 8-13 years of age Cost: $140 Ballet B + Pointe Class times: 11:30 am 1:30 pm Age: 11-16 years of age Cost: $140 Registration for new students begins May 15, 2012 COOKING Not just pigs in a blanket! We will work together to prepare delicious meals. Each little chef will learn the basics of kitchen safety and meal preparation. Each meal is prepared with a green salad or fruit salad. French toast, fried chicken, pizza & brownie sundaes are just some of our past goodies. Come join the yummy fun! Instructor: Dorthy Ferguson Cooking A Wednesdays 10:30 11:30 am $70 June 20 August 1 No class Wednesday July 4, 2012 Registration for new students begins May 15, 2012 DOUBLE DUTCH Come join us and learn to Double Dutch Jump Rope! Receive the best in exercise and fun. A healthy sport that s beneficial to your entire body. It helps burn off 1000 calories, improves cardiovascular (heart) condition & maximizes your athletic skills combining alertness, coordination, timing and endurance. Instructor: Ms. Andriana Registration begins May 15, 2012 Day s class meets: Friday June 22 July 27 (6 weeks) Class times: 3:00 4:30 Age: 10-13 years of age Cost: $5
4 35 STUDIO ONE ARTS KARATE Cuong Nhu is a Vietnamese martial art combining Karate with Aikido, Kung Fu and more. This ongoing program lets students progress at their own pace, learning basic techniques, forms and self-defense with an emphasis on fun, safety and mutual respect. Students may earn belt rankings to black belt and beyond. Master Didi Goodman has been practicing martial arts for more than 35 years and holds the rank of Rokudan (sixth degree black belt) in Cuong Nhu. Master Didi is assisted by brown belt and black belt level students in teaching some classes. ALL CLASSES ARE ONGOING. SIGN UP AT ANY TIME. PAY ON A MONTHLY BASIS. Visit our website www.redwood-dojo.com Save $$$ with pre-payment option. See instructor. Instructor: Didi Goodman Ongoing A Beg & Int Mon 5:00-6:00 pm & Th 4:00-5:00 pm 6&7 yrs* $45/month Reg. Anytime (Please note that this class meets on two different days and times) Ongoing B Beg & Int T/Th 4:00-5:00 pm 8 yrs & up * $45/month Reg. Anytime (*Beginner/Intermediate: new & continuing) Ongoing C Advanced T/Th 5:00-6:00 pm all ages** $45/month Reg. Anytime (**With instructors permission; beginners age 11 & 12 may seek permission) Ongoing D Teens with Adults T/Th 6:00-7:00 pm Teens & up $45/month Reg. Anytime Ongoing E Outdoor class Sat 9:30-10:30am weather permitting Open to anyone registered in A, B, C, D or Adult classes, at no additional cost. Peewee Karate available for 4 ½ -5 yrs.see preschool listings for more information PEEWEE SOCCER A recreational program designed to teach the fundamentals and basic techniques of playing soccer. Techniques include, kicking, dribbling, passing and goalie skills. Children should wear tennis shoes. FUN is emphasized! We need a minimum enrollment of 8 children in order for us to have the class. Instructor: Jerrel Jones Registration begins May 15, 2012 Day s class meets: Mondays & Wednesdays June 18 July 30, 2012 Class times: 10:45-11:30 am Age: 4-5 years Cost: $65
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