Summer Activity Guide

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1 2014 Summer Activity Guide What s Inside? ISTRATION NOW AVAILABLE for Echo Lake Youth Camp & Berkeley Day Camp (pgs 12-13) Learn to Swim Lessons (pgs 18-19) Youth Baseball League (pg 28)

2 About the Cover On the cover of the 2014 Summer Activity Guide, is the artwork of Simone Gillette, contest grand prize winner, with her interpretation of California Adventures. HONORABLE MENTIONS Grand Prize Winner Simone Gillette 5th Grade Cragmont Elementary Dylan Terris 3rd Grade Malcolm X Elementary Eva Bradman 5th Grade Tehiyah Day School Mykeia Lockett 5th Grade Emerson Elementary School

3 How to Reach Us Main Office Recreation Office 1947 Center Street, 1st Floor Berkeley, CA TEL: (510) FAX: (510) Office Hours Office Hours: Monday Friday 9:00am 5:00pm Closed 2nd Friday of each month due to Reduced Service Days. Important Dates City offices are closed on the following holidays: May 19 May 26 July 4 Sept 1 Malcolm X s Bday Memorial Day Independence Day Labor Day Table of Contents Adult Classes Aging Services Division Aquatics Red Cross Learn to Swim Berkeley Map Camps Playground Program... 6 Summer Fun Camps... 7 Specialty Camps Echo Lake Camp Berkeley Sierra Family Camp Berkeley Day Camp Sports Camp Drop-in Activities... 8 Marina Programs Parks Division Registration Form How to Register Skate Park Special Events Sports Youth Sports Adult Sports Summer Camp Preview Teens Therapeutic Recreation... 8 Tots & Pre-K Volunteer Information Youth Classes Recreation Staff Denise Brown Recreation & Youth Services Manager dbrown@cityofberkeley.info Phil Harper-Cotton Recreation Program Supervisor Sports, Aquatics, Teens, Fee Classes pharper-cotton@cityofberkeley.info Kim LeMay Recreation Program Supervisor Community Centers, Therapeutic Recreation, Marina Programs, Special Events, Berkeley Day Camp klemay@cityofberkeley.info Bertha Brown Recreation Coordinator Frances Albrier Community Center, Pre-K/Tots Programs bbrown@cityofberkeley.info Harold Bennett Recreation Coordinator Live Oak Community Center, Skate Park, Tennis, Ballfield Rentals hbennett@cityofberkeley.info Ginsi Bryant Recreation Coordinator MLK Jr. Youth Services Center/ Young Adult Project, Youth Sports, Youth Commission gbryant@cityofberkeley.info Stephanie Chu Recreation Coordinator James Kenney Community Center, Therapeutic Recreation schu@cityofberkeley.info Wayne Munson Adult Sports wmunson@cityofberkeley.info Patty Donald Recreation Coordinator Shorebird Park Nature Center, Adventure Playground pdonald@cityofberkeley.info Adonis Boyd Assistant Aquatics Coordinator King Pool aboyd@cityofberkeley.info Audrey Cazden Aquatics Facilities Supervisor West Campus Pool acazden@cityofberkeley.info Valerie Robinson Acting Assistant Coordinator Teen Programs, Playground Programs vrobinson@cityofberkeley.info Facilities Frances Albrier Community Center 2800 Park Street James Kenney Community Center th Street Live Oak Community Center 1301 Shattuck Avenue MLK Jr. Youth Services Center/ Young Adult Project (Y.A.P.) 1730 Oregon Street Willard Clubhouse 2720 Hillegass Avenue King Pool 1700 Hopkins Street West Campus Pool 2100 Browning Street Shorebird Park Nature Center & Adventure Playground 160 University Avenue Berkeley Skate Park 777 Harrison Street Senior Centers North Berkeley Senior Center 1901 Hearst Avenue South Berkeley Senior Center 2939 Ellis Street West Berkeley Senior Services Center 1900 Sixth Street Tel: recreation@cityofberkeley.info Website: 3

4 Special Events APRIL Family Game Night ALL AGES Bring your family, friends and favorite board games and prepare to have a great time! Join neighbors from the community for some friendly competition playing your favorite board games. Whether you enjoy old favorites like Candyland, Monopoly or Scrabble or if you prefer newer games like Cranium and Scene it!, all games are welcome! Light food and refreshments will be provided. All children must be accompanied by an adult. FREE Date Day Time Location Fee Apr 11 F 6 7:30pm James Kenney Free Apr 18 F 6 7:30pm Willard Clubhouse Free Berkeley Bay Festival all Ages See details on page 25. FREE Location: Shorebird Park Apr 12 Sa 11:00am 4:00pm Free Egg Dying & Water Games Ages 3-12 Enjoy egg dying on the pool deck and fun games in the shallow section of the pool. Call for more information. Location: King Pool Date Day Time Apr 13 Su Fee: Youth/Senior/Disabled: $5 Adults: $7 Spring Egg Hunt Extravaganza all Ages You don t want to miss the City of Berkeley s annual Spring Egg Hunt Extravaganza. The day will be filled with tons of fun activities, including a petting zoo, a visit with the Spring Bunny, spring-themed arts and crafts, an interactive kid s carnival with fun prizes and Bunny Hop Dance lessons! Youth participants will receive a basket to collect all their spring goodies. Call for more information. Egg Hunt times: 1 year old: 10:00 am 5 years old: 11:20 am 2 years old: 10:20 am 6-7 years old: 11:40 am 3 years old: 10:40 am 8-9 years old: 12:00 pm 4 years old: 11:00 am Location: Willard Park, 2720 Hillegass Ave Apr 19 Sa 9:30am 1:00pm $5 per youth FREE Earth Day Shoreline Cleanup all Ages Meet at the Shorebird Park Nature Center for the safety talk and directions to the locations. To register, call or to naturecenter@ cityofberkeley.info Location: Shorebird Park Nature Center Apr 26 Sa 9:00am 12:00pm Free 4 MAY Happy Good Time: A Fun and Safe Skateboarding Event All Ages A free introduction to skateboarding for skaters and parents. Parents are encouraged to participate (children ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a guardian). Food, music, and prizes! *Participants must wear a helmet. (Knee pads and elbow pads recommended) For more information, call Register at the event. FREE Location: Skate Park May 10 Sa 10:00am 3:00pm Free FREE Saturday, May 3rd 11:00am-3:00pm Frances Albrier Community Center/ San Pablo Park Join us to find out about the fantastic City of Berkeley programs available to youth and adults this summer! Get a taste of our wonderful offerings through fun, hands-on activities and exciting recreation demonstrations. Enrollment materials and scholarship applications will be available on site and our enthusiastic recreation staff will also be on hand to answer any questions that you may have. We will also be accepting summer program registrations on-site. Call for more information. Community Yard Sale and Craft Fair ALL AGES It s time for spring cleaning! Get ready for summer by cleaning out your closets and garages and join with neighbors for our largest community yard sale ever! One table, two chairs and space will be provided for all participants registered to sell your previously used items. Pre-registration is required. Registration deadline: Thursday, May 15. Setup begins at 9:30am. Call for more information. Register online. Location: James Kenney Code (res/non) May 17 Sa 11:00am 3:00pm $15/$18 per space Kids Triathlon Ages 4-18 Join the annual tradition of fun and challenge for youth at the 7th annual Kids Triathlon. The swim, bike and run event is held on a completely off-street course. ENTRY DEADLINE IS MAY 10th. All participants receive a race t-shirt, a goodie bag and a participation medal. The fastest three boys and girls in each age group receive trophies. Pick up entry form at King Pool or on the city s website under Aquatics. For more information, contact King Pool at (510) Location: King Pool May 17 Sa 8:00am 12:00pm $35 Peace Wall Ledge Fest ALL AGES Skateboard contest with prizes, co-sponsored by The Berkeley Farmers Markets annual Family Fun Festival. Call for more info. FREE Location: MLK Jr. Civic Center Park May 31 Sa 11:00am 3:00pm Free june King Carnival ALL AGES Fun for the whole family! Carnival games, water activities, BBQ. Bring your swimsuit and towel. Don t miss it! Location: King Pool Jun 28 Sa 1:30 3:30pm youth $3/adult $6

5 Special Events june FREE Family FUn FESTIVAL Saturday, May 31st 10:00am 3:00pm A whole day of FREE fun for the whole family Location: Martin Luther King, Jr. Civic Center Park (Center St. at Martin Luther King, Jr. Way) The Ecology Center Farmers Markets 10th annual free Family Fun Festival co-sponsored by the Downtown Berkeley YMCA and the City of Berkeley Recreation Division features hands-on activities, games, contests, performances, and informational booths. Some yearly highlights include a bouncy house, face painting, farm animal petting zoo, and much much more! Ages 8-17 (mini skills clinic offered for ages 5-7) Join us at the San Pablo Park outdoor basketball courts for a day filled with fun and lots of basketball! All teams are guaranteed at least 3 games (pool play in the morning and elimination games in the afternoon). Special bonus: Sign up for the 3-point shoot contest (for an additional fee) and win some great prizes! Pre-register at the Recreation Office or James Kenney by June 19, to guarantee your spot! Registration is also available on-site (on a space-available basis only). All participants must have completed registration form with parent signature to participate. Call or klemay@cityofberkeley.info for more information. Location: Frances Albrier/San Pablo Bball Courts Jun 21 Sa 9:00am 5:00pm Free july Community Picnic ALL AGES Join the Martin Luther King Jr. Youth Services Center at our annual Community Picnic as we celebrate the Fourth of July. We will have a variety of activities for youth and teens, including games, jumpers, water slides, a mechanical bull ride, snow cones, and more. There will also be a FREE barbeque lunch at 12:00pm for all youth participants. Enjoy the day with food, fun and lots of friends. Call for more information. Youth ages 10 and under must be accompanied by a responsible adult. FREE Location: Grove Park (Russell Street & MLK Jr. St.) Jul 3 Th 10:00am 2:30pm Free NOW is the time to: Learn about healthy eating Start building an emergency kit Learn CPR Participate in a FREE adult and infant CPR training and certification, AND a FREE light breakfast and lunch will be provided. Derby Day ALL AGES Don t miss our annual cardboard boat races and other fun activities. Watch and cheeron your favorite boats, created by youth from local community centers and playground programs. There will be cool, funny, fast, and fastsinking boats, sure to entertain! Call for more information. FREE Berkeley Just in Time CPR Saturday July 19 8:30am-3:30pm FREE MLK Jr. Youth Services Center 1730 Oregon Street For more information, please contact Katherine Brown at or kbrown@cityofberkeley.info Location: West Campus Pool Jul 25 F 1:00 3:00pm Free Olympic Day ALL AGES Come join Frances Albrier Community Center and the rest of the city fun camps and playground programs for a day of fun, fitness and friendship. After the opening ceremony and Parade of Nations, youth will participate in various Olympic-style events such as sprints, relays, steeple-chase, sack races, and much more! FREE Location: Frances Albrier/San Pablo Park Jul 31 Th 10:00am 2:00pm* Free *Parade starts at 10:00am. Please check-in by 9:45am. august Stop the Violence Block Party - National Night Out ALL AGES Stop the Violence Block Party is a Youth Development program in which Berkeley teens address concerns about violence. This community event is designed to promote and encourage South Berkeley residents to come together as a supportive community to focus on youth and families in the neighborhood. The program will include live entertainment, informational booths, games, arts and crafts and food. Call for more information. FREE Location: Between Oregon St and McGee Ave. Aug 5 Tu 3:00 7:00pm Free Tel: recreation@cityofberkeley.info Website: 5

6 FREE SUMMER LUNCH FOR BERKELEY 6 Playground Program ages 5-12 Each site will include sports, arts & crafts, and mini field trips. Priority will be given to low income Berkeley residents and Berkeley students attending summer school. *Must provide proof of low income*. Register at MLK Jr. Youth Services Center. For more information, call Daye: Jun 16 Aug 1 Day: M-F Fee per week (res/non): $5 /$10 Session 1: Jun Session 4: Jul 7 11 Session 6: Jul Session 2: Jun Session 5: Jul Session 7: Jul 28 Aug 1 Session 3: Jun 30 Jul 3* Locations Time Min/Max Washington Elementary Playground, 11:00am 5:00pm 20/ MLK Jr. Way Malcolm X Elementary Playground, 1731 Prince Street Longfellow Middle School 1500 Derby Street Grove Park Playground 1730 Oregon Street Willard Clubhouse 2720 Hillegass Avenue *No program Jul 4. 11:00am 5:00pm 20/ 60 11:00am 5:00pm 20/ 60 12:00 4:00pm 15 /25 12:00 6:00pm 15 /25 Register at MLK Jr. Youth Services Center For more information call The California Department of Education Summer Food Program provides free meals to youth, ages 18 and under, at eight locations in the City of Berkeley. The Parks, Recreation and Waterfront Department supervises these sites. Since school meals are not available during summer vacation, children can rely on the Summer Food Program to provide nutritious food that will assist them to grow to their full potential. All of the City of Berkeley Summer Food sites offer recreational activities. Youth simply show up at the site during the time meals are being served, and enjoy good company and a delicious meal. All sites will be open June 16 August 22 Monday Friday Lunch Time: 11:30am 1:00pm Snack Time: 2:30 4:00pm Locations Berkeley Youth Alternatives (B.Y.A.), 1255 Allston Way Black Repertory Theater, 3201 Adeline Street Frances Albrier Community Center, 2800 Park Street James Kenney Community Center, th Street Longfellow Middle School, 1500 Derby Street Malcolm X Elementary School, 1731 Prince Street MLK Jr. Youth Services Center, 1730 Oregon Street Skate Park, 777 Harrison Street The U.S. Department of Agriculture prohibits discrimination against its customers, employees, and applicants for employment on the bases of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, gender identity, religion, reprisal, and where applicable, political beliefs, marital status, familial or parental status, sexual orientation, or all or part of an individual s income is derived from any public assistance program, or protected genetic information in employment or in any program or activity conducted or funded by the Department. (Not all prohibited bases will apply to all programs and/or employment activities.) If you wish to file a Civil Rights program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, found online at or at any USDA office, or call (866) to request the form. You may also write a letter containing all of the information requested in the form. Send your completed complaint form or letter to us by mail at U.S. Department of Agriculture, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C , by fax (202) or at program.intake@usda.gov. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) ; or (800) (Spanish). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

7 SUMMER FUN CAMPS The following youth camps are offered at local community centers. Each center offers a unique and enriching program exposing children to new learning experiences while providing a safe, fun, and supervised environment. Each of our summer programs partner with Project BUILD to provide a weekly program of reading and creative writing. Physical activities and art & crafts are also offered. Exciting field trips may include Great America, Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, Prewett Water Park. These trips and some mini trips require additional fee. Limited number of core program scholarships are available to qualified Berkeley residents. Register online at CORE PROGRAM Dates Days Time Fee (res/non) Jun 16-Aug 8 M-F 9:00am-3:00pm $98/$118 per wk *No Camp July 4 *Jun 30-Jul 3 Prorated Fee (res/non): $78/$94 EXTENDED CARE Extended Care Days Time Fee (res/non) AM CARE M-F 8:00-9:00am $9/$11 per wk PM CARE M-F 3:00-6:00pm $29/$35 per wk *Jun 30-Jul 3 Prorated Fee (res/non): AM Care: $7/$9, PM Care: $23/$28 Arts Discovery Camp (AGES 5-12) LOCATION: Frances Albrier Community Center, 2800 Park Street Arts Discovery Camp offers a unique and enriching program, exposing children to new learning experiences through the arts. Campers will engage in dance, theater, public speaking, culinary projects and nature exploration. They will also participate in a variety of creative games, sports, crafts, mini trips, weekly swimming days, and field trips. For more information, call Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5 Session 6 Session 7 Session 8 Jun Jun Jun 30 Jul 3* Jul 7 11 Jul Jul Jul 28 Aug 1 Aug 4 8 Meet & Greet Poetry Slam Explore Your Creative Talent Discovery Science Explorers Camp: Passport To Fun (AGES 5-12) LOCATION: James Kenney Community Center, th Street Calling all Explorers!! Prepare for a summer full of adventure! Enter into a world of imagination and exploration as we learn about things like Science, Nature, Animals and Cooking. Throughout the summer, we will be taking adventurous field trips, creating imaginative art, attending community events and participating in fun and active sports and game challenges. To beat the heat, we will be walking once a week to the West Campus Pool to enjoy an afternoon of swimming and water splashing fun. For more information, call Chefs R Us Nature Exploration So You Think You Can Dance Olympic All Stars End of Summer Jamboree Core Program ($78/$94) AM Extended ($7/$9) PM Extended ($23/$28) Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5 Session 6 Session 7 Session 8 Jun Jun Jun 30-Jul 3* Jul 7-11 Jul Jul Jul 28-Aug 1 Aug 4-8 Let the Summer Fun Begin! So You Think You Got Talent? Junior Scientists of James Kenney Animal Kingdom Adventure What s Cookin in the Kitchen? There s no I in TEAM Journey to the Summer Olympics Core Program ($78/$94) AM Extended ($7/$9) PM Extended ($23/$28) Water Week: Summer Cool Down Sports and Games Camp (AGES 5-13) LOCATION: Live Oak Community Center, 1301 Shattuck Avenue Campers will enjoy a summer full of high energy activities featuring instruction and practice in traditional sports such as basketball, soccer, and flag football, as well as non-traditional sports and new group games that build teamwork and sportsmanship. To add to the fun, children will participate in arts and crafts, nature hikes, swimming, dancing, and field trips. For more information, call Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5 Session 6 Session 7 Session 8 Jun Jun Jun 30-Jul 3* Jul 7-11 Jul Jul Jul 28-Aug 1 Aug 4-8 Fast Break Into Summer Animal Mascots in Nature All for One, One for All Team Spirit Week Wide World of Sports H2O Adventures Going for Olympic Gold Live Oak Talent Showcase Core Program ($78/$94) AM Extended ($7/$9) PM Extended ($23/$28)

8 Drop-in Activities /Therapeutic Recreation Program DROP-IN ACTIVITIES James Kenney Community Center ACTIVITIES AGES FEE MON TUE WED THUR FRI SAT Weight Room* AGES 18+ FREE 5:00 9:00pm 5:00 9:00pm 5:00 9:00pm Volleyball AGES 18+ $2 per player 6:00 9:00pm Basketball AGES 18+ FREE 7:00 10:00pm** Teen Night* AGES FREE 5:00 8:00pm Table Tennis ALL AGES $3 youth 6:00 10:00pm 7:00 10:00pm $5 adult Family Open Gym ALL AGES FREE 6:00 8:00pm** Frances Albrier Community Center ACTIVITIES AGES FEE MON TUE WED THUR FRI SAT Computer Lab ALL AGES FREE 6:00 9:00pm 6:00 9:00pm 6:00 9:00pm 6:00 9:00pm 6:00 9:00pm Game Room ALL AGES FREE 6:00 9:00pm 6:00 9:00pm 6:00 9:00pm 6:00 9:00pm 6:00 9:00pm MLK Jr. Youth Services Center ACTIVITIES AGES FEE MON TUE WED THUR FRI SAT Basketball AGES 18+ FREE 7:00 9:00pm 8:00 9:30pm Teen Night* AGES FREE 5:00 8:00pm Hoop Time Ages Free 4:00 6:45pm 4:00 6:00pm 4:00 6:00pm 4:00 6:00pm * Teen participants under 18 require parent permission form on file. **Evening Drop-In Basketball and Family Open Gym may be closed during league play or other schedule events. Therapeutic Recreation Program The City of Berkeley Therapeutic Recreation Program provides support for community members of all abilities to actively participate in quality recreation programs. We offer Inclusive Services, which support youth with special needs, ages 5-12 (in summer) and grades K-5 (in school year) at James Kenney Community Center. Youth have the opportunity to enhance social, physical and behavioral skills in groups with their same-aged peers, while participating in fun and exciting daily activities. In order to best serve our program participants, an intake is required prior to participation in the program. For more information regarding the Therapeutic Recreation Program or to schedule an intake, please call Explorers Camp ages 5-12 Calling all Explorers!! Prepare for a summer full of adventure! Enter into a world of imagination and exploration as we learn about things like Science, Nature, Animals and Cooking. Throughout the summer, we will be taking adventurous field trips, creating imaginative art, attending community events and participating in fun and active sports and game challenges. To beat the heat, we will be walking once a week to the West Campus Pool to enjoy an afternoon of swimming and water splashing fun. The Therapeutic Recreation Program provides inclusive services to youth with special needs, ages 5-12, in the James Kenney Explorers Camp. An intake is required for the Therapeutic Recreation Program. For more information or schedule an intake, please call See details on page 7 Bay Area Outreach & Recreation Program (BORP) Bay Area Outreach & Recreation Program (BORP) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization working to improve the health, independence and social integration of people with physical disabilities through sports, fitness and recreation programs. BORP believes that sports and recreation provide a path to greater achievement to which all people should have access. BORP offers year-round sports and recreation programs serving a wide variety of ages, interests and abilities. Want to play? Call

9 Specialty Camps FRESHI: Beginning Game Design AGES 5-10 Learn how to create your own virtual worlds and design a unique and interactive video game with Freshi Game Design! Beginning Game Developers work in pairs to conceive, design and build their own original computer game. Everything created for their game is original to the team the characters, the action, the background, the music and the format. Students use creative and critical thinking to complete their games and build teamwork skills working in partners. Students should bring a pencil and snack to class daily and a flash drive on the last day of class, to receive completed student work. Register online or at Recreation Office. Location: Live Oak Fireside Room Instructor: Freshi Staff Code Date Day Time Min/Max Meet Fee Aug M-F 9:00am 12:00pm 10/15 5x $175 FRESHI: Adventure Movie AGES 5-10 Young Creators Filmmaking Adventure! Blast off in to space, save the world or sail the seven seas, the choice is yours in Freshi Media s adventure movie workshop! Working with a group of classmates, students will create, narrate and star in their own adventure movie. All stories will be original to the team and all filming, acting and editing will be completed by the students. Students should bring a pencil and snack to class daily and a flash drive on the last day of class, to receive completed student work. Register online or at Recreation Office. Location: Live Oak Fireside Room Instructor: Freshi Staff Code Date Day Time Min/Max Meet Fee Aug M-F 1:00 4:00pm 10/15 5x $175 FRESHI: Beginning to Advanced Game Design AGES 7-12 Advanced gamers learn new game design techniques including multiple character animations and movement options, platform style games and multiple game genres. Beginners work in pairs and are introduced to fundamental game design elements, including character creation, background design and building a complete video game level. Students should bring a pencil and snack to class daily and a flash drive on the last day of class, to receive completed student work. Register online or at Recreation Office. Location: Live Oak Fireside Room Instructor: Freshi Staff Code Date Day Time Min/Max Meet Fee Aug M-F 9:00am 12:00pm 10/15 5x $175 FRESHI: Tech Builders Intro to App Design AGES 9-14 The Freshi Media App Design class is a fun and exciting introduction for students who want to learn different aspects of computer based App Design. Utilizing Multimedia Fusion 2 software, students work closely with instructors to create individual computer based apps. Students will complete one app project, which combines their individual projects into one computer based interactive app. Students will combine fun game based apps and practical utility apps into their final project. Students should bring a pencil and snack to class daily and a flash drive on the last day of class, to receive completed student work. Register online or at Recreation Office. Location: Live Oak Fireside Room Instructor: Freshi Staff Code Date Day Time Min/Max Meet Fee Aug M-F 1:00 4:00pm 10/15 5x $175 (NEW) SCIENSATIONAL: Wizards Magical Mystery Tour AGES 6-11 All aboard for lots of hands-on fun. Join in the escapades of Harry and his friends. Play quidditch, make an edible wand, experiment with colored magic sand, see a mysterious glowing ball, and more! Wonder where the sorting hat will place you? Come join us where the magic of science, art, and literature meet. Harry, Ron, and Hermione are waiting for your arrival! Call for more info. Register online or at Recreation Office. Location: Live Oak Art Room Instructor: Sciensational Staff Code Date Day Time Min/Max Meet Fee Aug M-F 9:00am 12:00pm 8/20 5x $179 (NEW) SCIENSATIONAL: White Light, Lasers, Galaxies and Then Some AGES 6-11 Learn about lasers. Dancing, swirling, pulsating laser light will be part of our Laser Light Show. Work with our light blitzer as a laser light flashes to music. Build and take home your own kaleidoscope, spectroscope, periscope and constellation watcher. Watch the constellations in our room and learn about all the planets as you take our 3-D Adventure into outer space! Register online or at Recreation Office. Location: Live Oak Art Room Instructor: Sciensational Staff Code Date Day Time Min/Max Meet Fee Aug M-F 12:45 3:45pm 8/20 5x $179 aquatics Aquatics Day Camp AGES Each one week day camp session focuses on one aquatic specialty in a fun, well supervised environment. Participants will explore each sport through daily technique and practice sessions, and parents will be invited to a performance on the final day of each camp. PM extended care is available at King Pool. Bring lunch. For more info call For swimmers with intermediate or advanced swimming skills. Register online, at the Recreation Office, or King Pool. Location: King Pool Min/Max: 6/12 Description (res/non) Core Program Jun 16 Aug 15 M-F 9:00am 3:30pm $249 PM Ext Care Jun 16 Aug 15 M-F 3:30 5:30pm $49 Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5 Jun Jun 30 Jul 3* Jul Jul 29 Aug 2 Aug Competitive Swimming Water Polo Synchronized Swimming Diving Competitive Swimming PM Extended Care *No camp July 4. Junior Lifeguard Teen Vocational Camp ages Want to know what it takes to be a lifeguard? This American Red Cross program is for you! Participants will receive job readiness training and a Junior Lifeguard certificate at the end of the program. For more information, call Audrey at Register online or the Recreation Office. Location: West Campus Pool Code Date Day Time Min/Max Meet Fee Jun M-Sa 10:00am 4:00pm 6/10 6x $ Jul 7 12 M-Sa 10:00am 4:00pm 6/10 6x $110 Tel: recreation@cityofberkeley.info Website: 9

10 Specialty Camps ZETTATECH: Green Machine: Sustainable Engineering & Mechanics In Motion AGES 6-14 This ZettaTech series explores the art of eco-friendly design and the science of engineering in practice. Green Machine focuses on projects engaging with alternative energy systems and putting those power sources to good use. We explore human power, wind power, turbine-generated electricity, and photovoltaic solar systems while we build creations of all sorts. Our projects are intentionally open-ended so that students can make projects according to their abilities and interests. Location: James Kenney Community Room Instructor: ZettaTech Staff Code Date Day Time Min/Max Meet Fee Aug M-F 9:00am 3:00pm 10/15 5x $295 This extended care option will be supervised by City staff, not ZettaTech. Am extended care Aug M-F 7:30 9:00am 5x $38 Pm extended care Aug M-F 3:00 6:00pm 5x $75 ZETTATECH: Roboto Picasso Artistic LEGO Robotics AGES 6-14 This program embodies the Art Through Science ethic of ZettaTech. Students get to participate in all aspects of robotics: designing, building, and programming! The design process is all about imagination, the act of building is a practice of experimentation and handson engagement, and the programming is done using a simple drag-anddrop language that a first-grader can use. We use sound, light, ultrasonic, and other sensors to make autonomous bots! Roboto Picasso is a futurefriendly series of ZettaTech Science classes. Come and build your own Wall-E! Location: James Kenney Community Room Instructor: ZettaTech Staff Code Date Day Time Min/Max Meet Fee Aug M-F 9:00am 3:00pm 10/15 5x $325 This extended care option will be supervised by City staff, not ZettaTech. Am extended care Aug M-F 7:30 9:00am 5x $38 Pm extended care Aug M-F 3:00 6:00pm 5x $75 ***Registration currently opened *** Call for more information about Willard Music Camps Band Camp GRADES 6-9 Bring all your friends, and make new ones as well. We will work together on sight reading, creating a beautiful group sound, locking in intonation, articulating with expression, and playing together as an ensemble. Activities include group warmups, all band rehearsals, sectionals, music games, and non-musical games. Final concert Friday, June 20 at 3:00pm, (kids in Band Camp only, are welcome to stay from 12:00 3:00pm and prepare for the concert). Instructors: Jan Davis (music director at Longfellow MS), Karen Wells and Sarah Cline (music directors at Berkeley High). Location: Willard Middle School Band Room, 2425 Stuart St. Code Date Day Time Meet Fee Jun M-F 8:30am 12:00pm 5X $ Jun M-F Both Band & Jazz Camp* $300* *See Jazz Camp details below Jazz Camp GRADES 6-10 Come improve your jazz skills, or try out playing jazz, blues, funk, and Latin music for the first time. Work on creating grooves, improvising, sight reading, and playing with good sound quality and group awareness. Activities include big bands, group warm-ups, improvisation workshops, sectional rehearsals, listening sessions, music games, and non-musical games. Final concert: Friday, June 20, at 3:00pm. *For those who would like to attend both Band and Jazz Camps, we will have lunchtime supervision and activities in Willard Park from 12:00 1:00pm daily. Instructors: Nancy Boyles and Michael Hammond from King Middle School. Location: Willard Middle School Band Room, 2425 Stuart St. Code Date Day Time Meet Fee Jun M-F 1:00 4:30pm 5X $ Jun M-F Band Camp/Jazz Camp $300* Jun M-F String/Jazz Camp* $300* *See Band Camp/Strings Camp details Strings Camp GRADES 6-9 Two years playing experience (or an OK from the camp director) is required. Students will play in a large string ensemble as well as in small chamber groups and musical electives (try a new instrument, fiddle tunes, etc). Focus will be on string playing technique as well as large/small ensemble skills. Final concert: Friday, June 20, at 11:00am. For more info, marydougherty@berkeley.net Instructors: Mary Dougherty, Berkeley High School Orchestra Director Location: Willard Middle School Band Room, 2425 Stuart Street, Berkeley Code Date Day Time Meet Fee Jun M-F 8:30am 12:00pm 5X $ Jun M-F Both Strings & Jazz Camp* $300* *See Jazz Camp details 10 City of Berkeley Summer 2014

11 Specialty Camps Lekha publishers & School of creative writing At Lekha, we believe that children are capable of doing much more than what adults think they can do. Our students are taught to think out of the box. Quite a few of our students have gone on to publish their own novels, non-fiction works and short stories. The latest feather in our cap was 13 year old Yalda Alexandra Saii, whose novella, The Sassy Divas was reviewed by Kirkus reviews. All our teachers are published authors with experience teaching children. Please feel free to visit our website at for more details about The Lekha Way. Create-A-Book AGES 7-12 The art of bookmaking will be the focus of this week. Participants will also be introduced to simple binding techniques. They will learn how to make shape books, pop ups books, accordion books, and flag books. In addition to bookmaking students will be introduced to different styles of creative writing. Creative Writing AGES 7-12 Campers will learn the time-tested methods to overcome writer s block. As they do so they will write short stories, poems, and short skits. Story Writing AGES 7-12 The five elements of story writing will be the focus during this session. Students will be introduced to a variety of fiction and nonfiction genres. They will progress into genre writing and learn how each genre has its own set of particular rules that drives character creation, setting, and plot. During the second half of the session they will choose one of their short stories and improve upon it. This story will be published in the school anthology. Location: Live Oak Tot Room Code Class Date Day Time Min/Max Fee Create A Book Jun M-F 12:30 3:00pm 8/12 $ Creative Writing Jun M-F 3:30 6:00pm 8/12 $ Create A Book & Creative Writing Jun M-F 12:30 6:00pm $ Story Writing Jul 7 11 M-F 12:30 3:00pm 8/12 $ Create A Book Jul 7 11 M-F 3:30 6:00pm 8/12 $ Story Writing & Create A Book Jul 7 11 M-F 12:30 6:00pm 8/12 $ Creative Writing Aug M-F 12:30 3:00pm 8/12 $ Create A Book Aug M-F 3:30 6:00pm 8/12 $ Creative Writing & Create A Book Aug M-F 12:30 6:00pm 8/12 $330 At the Latimerlo Studio, we pride ourselves on not only keeping your voice unique, but also making you sound amazing in whatever style of music you choose. We particularly specialize in musical theatre and pop music by teaching healthy belting and dynamic interpretation. Some highlights of instruction include: Intense work on physical vocal technique including proper breathing, abdominal support, and use of resonance, Interpretation and character analysis work. Bi-yearly master class performance opportunities for all students. Monthly newsletters with tips on singing your best, as well as listings of upcoming auditions. Latimerlo: KidSing Camp AGES 5-9 Does your little one love singing? This is a great age to begin learning the very basics of singing technique. Students will work together on kidfriendly songs from the worlds of musical theatre or pop in preparation for a performance on the final day! The Latimerlo Studio has been happily training voices for 15 years. Our students have gone to Broadway, signed with record labels, and more. Learn to sing with your own unique voice! For more registration info, call Visit the website for program info. Register online or at the Recreation Office. Code Date Day Time Location Min/Max Fee Jun M-F 1:00 2:30pm Live Oak Tot Rm 4/12 $ Aug M-F 3:30 5:00pm Live Oak Art Rm 4/12 $145 Latimerlo: Teen Musical Theatre Camp AGES Teenage students will learn healthy vocal technique and powerful performance skills as they work on both solo songs and group numbers from a hit musical theatre production in preparation for a performance on the final day. The Latimerlo Studio has been happily training voices for 15 years. Our students have gone to Broadway, signed with record labels, and more. Learn to sing with your own unique voice! For more registration info, call Visit the website for program info. Register online or at the Recreation Office. Code Date Day Time Location Min/Max Fee Jun M-F 3:00 5:00pm Live Oak Tot Rm 4/12 $ Aug M-F 1:00 3:00pm Live Oak Art Rm 4/12 $198 More Latimerlo Classes on page 22. * Half camp: A $10 materials fee is due to instructor on first day of class. * Combo camps: A $15 materials fee is due to instructor on first day of class. Tel: recreation@cityofberkeley.info Website: 11

12 ECHO LAKE CAMP A recreational paradise for campers of all ages Youth Camp Ages 7-13 With a dash of camp magic, a sprinkling of amazing staff, a hint of adventure, and a rich 90+ year history, Echo Lake Youth Camp offers a unique recipe for fun this summer! Located in the spectacular High Sierra near South Lake Tahoe, this one of a kind sleep-away camp offers five days of excitement for campers. Come for one session or join us for all three! This summer, staff with Tuolumne experience will join Echo Lake Camp, weaving camp traditions old and new into action packed weeks of exciting activities. Our trained counselors, naturalists, and staff provide a nurturing environment where kids can be themselves, make new friends, and have fun! Each day at camp will be full of activities, and campers can choose their challenge. Campers can canoe, hone skills at our archery range, swim in our heated pool or Echo Lake, play sports, hike, fish, and make arts & crafts In the evenings campers will dance, stargaze, gather around campfires, take a night hike, or show off their talents in our weekly talent show. Echo Lake Camp is a unique setting, where campers can make a s more over an open campfire, experience the feeling of jumping into a brisk mountain lake at dawn, and look up at a shimmering blanket of stars unhindered by the city lights. Let your kids unplug for a week. We re sure they will find a much stronger connection-with friends new and old, with our beautiful natural environment, and with themselves. TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED The fun of camp starts with the journey! Supervised round-trip transportation for youth campers is included in session fees. Pick-Up is at 8:00 AM on Monday morning in front of Old City Hall, 2100 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Berkeley CA Campers will return by 5:00 PM Friday, to the same location. Code Session Date Fee per session (res/non) Session 1 August 4 8 $493/$ Session 2 August $493/$ Session 3 August $493/$542 Artist In Residence (A.I.R.) for Youth Camp AGES 18+ We are looking for artists to share their talents with Echo Lake Youth Campers this summer! In exchange for providing classes, AIR s stay at camp free of charge. Popular workshops include theater, art-inthe-environment, music, arts & crafts, and more. Take home projects are encouraged! More information can be found on the Echo Lake Camp website. Counselors-In-Training (C.I.T.) AGES NEW Our Counselor-In-Training (CIT) program is a great way for campers ages to experience camp in a new way. Whether a first time camper or a life-long participant in one of our Berkeley Camps, CIT s at Echo Lake Camp will learn more about behind-the-scenes operations and what it takes to have a strong work-ethic, become an excellent camp staff member, and work with kids. Our CIT coordinator will guide CIT s throughout the week, teaching important Berkeley Camping traditions and leading fun activities just for the CIT s. All CIT s will assist with cabin groups and serve as a positive role model for younger campers, all while helping cabin counselors run activities. Being a CIT at Echo Lake Camp is a valuable hands-on experience, and a lot of fun! If you are interested in being part of a close-knit staff community, gaining valuable hands-on experience working at camp, and making life-long friends in a beautiful natural environment, this may be the right program for you! TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED. See details under Youth Camp description. GIRLS Code Session Date Fee per session (res/non) Session 1 August 4 8 $250/$ Session 2 August $250/$ Session 3 August $250/$275 BOYS Code Session Date Fee per session (res/non) Session 1 August 4 8 $250/$ Session 2 August $250/$ Session 3 August $250/$275 Berkeley Sierra Family Camp We are excited to have a place to gather for family camp this summer--berkeley Sierra Family Camp at Echo Lake Camp! We are going to continue important Tuolumne traditions while highlighting all the wonderful opportunities Echo Lake Camp has to offer. The green chair circle, quiet hours, the staff show, table night, theme days, tie-dye, campfires, and excellent swimming and hiking will all be a part of Berkeley Sierra Family Camp. Of course, people make up the heart and soul of camp, and some of your favorite BTC staff-- full of Tuolumne Spirit -- will be there to greet you. And you the campers will help keep the traditions, customs, and fun alive for generations of Berkeley campers to come. Check availability online. Register inperson at the Recreation Office. Ages Adult Youth (7-14) Child (3-6) Under 3 Fee per day(res/non) $95/$105 $63/$70 $48/$53 Free Session Dates Session 1: Jun 21 Jul 7 Session 2: Jul Session 3: Jul 25 Aug 4 12 ISTRATION AVAILABLE at For more information, camps@cityofberkeley.info or call Scholarships available for qualified Berkeley residents.

13 Register online Berkeley Day Camp AGES 5-12 Transportation Provided Theme Days Counselors-In-Training Swimming Berkeley Day Camp AGES 5-12 A summers worth of activities in every week! Berkeley Day Camp is full of action packed adventure and messy fun. Day campers visit both Tilden Park and the Berkeley Marina to enjoy canoeing in the Bay, hiking, swimming, and arts and crafts like the-dye and candle-making. Campers will love playing field and sports games, learning basic cooking principals during cookouts, and participating in a different special event each week. Transportation provided. Description Day Times Fee (res/non) Core Program M-F 9:00am 3:30pm $147/ $176 AM Extended Care* M-F 7:30 9:00am $37/ $44 PM Extended Care* M-F 3:30 6:00pm $58/ $70 *AM & PM Extended Care will be at Willard Clubhouse Code Session Date Themes/Events/Trips Session 1 Jun Summer Halloween/Lake Anza Session 2 Jun Olympic Rainbow Wars/Crown Beach Session 3 Jun 30 Jul 3* Angel Island Ferry Trip Session 4 Jul 7 11 Science Fair/Crissy Field SF Session 5 Jul Rock Star Carnival/Lake Anza Session 6 Jul Talent Show/Crown Beach Session 7 Jul 28 Aug 1 All Camp Cookout/Lake Anza Session 8 Aug 4 8 Wet & Wild Fun/Crown Beach Session 9 Aug Best of Berkeley Day Camp/Lake Anza *No camp July 4. City Holiday. Counselors-in-Training (C.I.T.) AGES Teens have an opportunity to work within our camp programs where they will enjoy working with campers and staff while learning valuable workplace skills and experience. CIT s will participate and help facilitate summer fun activities. CIT s will build self-esteem, learn leadership skills and receive job training skills, all while having fun. No extended care available. Transportation provided. Code Session (res/non) Session 1 Jun M-F 9am 3:30pm $168/$ Session 2 Jun 30 Jul 11* M-F 9am 3:30pm $168/ $ Session 3 Jul M-F 9am 3:30pm $168/ $ Session 4 July 28 Aug 8 M-F 9am 3:30pm $168/ $ Session 5 Aug 11 15** M-F 9am 3:30pm $84/ $101** *No camp July 4. City Holiday. **One week only, fees are prorated. You must enroll in one of the previous 2-week sessions to register for Session 5. The Tuolumne Spirit is alive in Day Camp through your favorite skits, songs, nature activities and staff! TRANSPORTATION PROVIDED Supervised transportation to and from bus stop locations and program sites for campers and C.I.Ts. Parents must be at the bus stop at 9:00am to sign-in children and between 3:15 3:30pm to pick up children. Drop-off/Pickup Locations Northwest (Cedar Rose Park, on Rose between Juanita Way & Chestnut ) Southeast (Corner of Hillegass & Derby) Central (McKinley & Bancroft near Washington Elementary) Morning /Afternoon Clubhouse (2720 Hillegass in Willard Park) Northeast (Shattuck on the Meadow between Berryman & Eunice) ISTRATION AVAILABLE at For more information, camps@cityofberkeley.info or call Scholarships available for qualified Berkeley residents. 13

14 Sports Camp basketball Rebound Basketball Camp Grade K-5 14 Basketball camp emphasizes developing sports skills, improving self-esteem, & fair play while teaching the fundamentals of basketball such as dribbling, passing, & shooting. Fun games will be played. For more information, call Register online or at the Recreation Office. Location: James Kenney Basketball Courts Code Date Day Time Min/Max Meet Fee Aug M-F 9:00am 12:00pm 6/18 5x $ Aug M-F 9:00am 12:00pm 6/18 5x $125 This extended care option will be supervised by City staff, not Rebound. Am extended care Aug M-F 7:30 9:00am 5x $ Aug M-F 7:30 9:00am 5x $38 cheerleading (NEW) SKYHAWKS: Cheerleading Camp AGES 5-9 Skyhawks Cheerleading Camp teaches the essential skills to lead crowds and support the home team! Each cheerleader learns proper hand & body movements and jumping techniques. The week concludes with a choreographed performance. All participants receive pom-poms, a t-shirt, and a merit award. Participant-to-coach ratio is 10:1. *Register online, at the Recreation Office, or at Location: James Kenney Gym Code Date Day Time Min/Max Meet Fee Aug M-F 9:00am 12:00pm 8/20 5x $149 This extended care option will be supervised by City staff, not Skyhawks. Am extended care Aug M-F 7:30 9:00am 5x $38 fencing SPORT FENCING CENTER: Youth Fencing Camp AGES 8-12 This camp is tailored to introduce the sport of fencing to children. No experience required. Activities include technical and tactical drills, footwork and fun, fencing games. Fencers will do Olympic-style electronic bouting! All equipment is provided. Please pack a lunch and healthy snack, wear long, comfortable pants, and bring a full water bottle. For more information call Register at the Recreation Office. Location: Sport Fencing Center, 5221 Central Ave #9, Richmond Date Day Time Meet Fee Session 1: June M-F 9:00am 3:00pm 5x $349 Session 2: June M-F 9:00am 3:00pm 5x $349 Session 3: July 7 11 M-F 9:00am 3:00pm 5x $349 Session 4: July M-F 9:00am 3:00pm 5x $349 Session 5: July M-F 9:00am 3:00pm 5x $349 SPORT FENCING CENTER: Teen Fencing Camp AGES Want to sleep late in the morning but you want to learn to fence? We hear you loud and clear! This camp teaches all the skills of the beginner course in a one-week intensive training session. Activities will include cardio and strengthening, foot work, blade work, and tactical instruction. All equipment is provided. Location: Sport Fencing Center, 5221 Central Ave #9, Richmond Date Day Time Meet Fee Jul 28 Aug 1 M-F 1:00 4:00pm 5x $175 multi-sports MAKE ME A PRO: Sports Camp ages 5-12 This is a fun-filled week of sports and excitement in a safe environment. Our coaches are looking forward to seeing last year s campers and meeting new ones. Sports include, soccer, baseball, flag football and basketball. Get ready to have a ball! Please bring water snacks and baseball glove. For more information call Register online or at the Recreation Office. Location: Live Oak Social Hall/Park Code Date Day Time Meet Fee Ages Aug M-F 9:00am 12:00pm 5x $ Aug M-F 9:00am 12:00pm 5x $100 Ages Aug M-F 9:00am 3:00pm 5x $ Aug M-F 9:00am 3:00pm 5x $140 AM Extended Care (Ages 6-12) Aug M-F 8:00 9:00am 5x $ Aug M-F 8:00 9:00am 5x $30 PM Extended Care (Ages 6-12) Aug M-F 3:00 6:00pm 5x $ Aug M-F 3:00 6:00pm 5x $90 * $7 Instructor fee due first day of class. skateboarding Skate Camp Ages 7-15 Skate Camp is open to all levels of skaters. Participants will need a quality skateboard, shoes, and helmet (pads recommended). Park will be closed to the public during camp hours. There will be some mini trips to other skate parks. For more information, please call Bring lunch and snacks. Register online or at the Recreation Office. Location: Skate Park, 5th & Harrison Street Description Day Time Fee per session Full Day M-F 9:00am 3:00pm $250 Half Day M-F 9:00am 12:00pm $189 Session Date Full Day Half Day Session 1: Jun Session 2: Jun Session 3: Jun 30 Jul 3* ($200)* ($151)* Session 4: Jul Session 5: Jul Session 6: Jul Session 7: Jul 28 Aug Session 8: Aug *Prorated Fee No camp July 4. More Skateboarding Programs on page 29.

15 Sports Camp soccer CHALLENGER SPORTS: Soccer Camp AGES 2-12 Challenger Sports teaches basic soccer skills while developing strength, balance, coordination, listening skills, cooperation and teamwork. Challenger s professional British coaching staff will engage your child through fun games and songs, providing a positive experience to structured athletic activity. Sign up at or register at the Recreation Office. Make checks payable to Challenger Sports. FREE online jersey offer (Deadline: May 24). To host a British soccer coach and receive an $80 rebate call Lee on (916) Location: San Pablo Park Instructor: Challenger Sports Staff Class Age Date Day Time Meet Fee Half Day 6-8 Jul 7 11 M-F 9:00am 12:00pm 5x $165 Half Day 9-12 Jul 7 11 M-F 9:00am 12:00pm 5x $165 Cubs Soccer 2-3 Jul 7 11 M-F 9:00 10:00am 5x $107 Lions Soccer 4-5 Jul 7 11 M-F 10:00 11:00am 5x $107 tennis Berkeley National Junior Tennis League Camp (BNJTL) Ages 4-17 It s time to plan summer tennis! Our dates are set and we will be offering 9 weeks of camps. We offer every level from 10 and Under, to coaching and development of juniors for the Berkeley Junior Team Tennis League and competitive tournament players. Free lunch for all participants. Players will be grouped according to experience and age. For more information call or cheri121@aol.com, or visit Register online or at the Recreation Office. Location: San Pablo Park Tennis Courts, 2800 Park St. Code Session Session 1 Jun M-F 9:00am 1:00pm $ Session 2 Jun M-F 9:00am 1:00pm $ Session 3 Jun 30 Jul 3* M-F 9:00am 1:00pm $120* Session 4 Jul 7 11 M-F 9:00am 1:00pm $ Session 5 Jul M-F 9:00am 1:00pm $ Session 6 Jul M-F 9:00am 1:00pm $ Session 7 Jul 28 Aug 1 M-F 9:00am 1:00pm $ Session 8 Aug 4 8 M-F 9:00am 1:00pm $ Session 9 Aug M-F 9:00am 1:00pm $150 *No camp July 4. More BNJTL Classes on page 30. Aztec Tennis Camp AGES 6-15 This Camp is designed to maximize FUN and learning in a nurturing environment. We cover the basics grips preparation and shaping of the forehand and backhand, strokes, volleys, serve and overheads. Lots of fast-paced drills and games to maximize learning! Small snacks are provided as well as a camp T-shirt. Sign-up online at AZTECTENNIS.COM or Call Location: Rose Garden Tennis Courts, 1200 Euclid Avenue Session Date Day Time Min/Max Meet Fee Session 1 Jun M-F 12:00 3:00pm 4/12 5x $200 Session 2 Jun M-F 12:00 3:00pm 4/12 5x $200 Session 3 Jun 30 Jul 4 M-F 12:00 3:00pm 4/12 5x $200 Session 4 Jul 7 11 M-F 12:00 3:00pm 4/12 5x $200 MAKE ME A PRO: Soccer Camp AGES 5-12 This is a fun-filled camp teaches techniques of passing, shooting, trapping and other technical skills. Come join your friends in a great week of soccer. Play in the Make Me A Pro Soccer World Cup Game. See you then and be ready to have a ball! Please bring water and snacks and a ball if you have one. $7 Instructor fee due first day of class. Call for more information. Register online or at the Recreation Office. Location: Glendale/La Loma Park, 1310 La Loma Code Ages Date Day Time Meet Fee Ages 5-12 Jul M-F 9:00am 12:00pm 5x $100 volleyball (NEW) SKYHAWKS: Volleyball Camp AGES 7-12 The fundamental skills of volleyball are taught through gamespeed drills and daily scrimmages that focus on passing, setting, hitting, and serving. This co-ed program is designed for the beginning and intermediate player. All participants receive a t-shirt, volleyball and player evaluation.the participant-to-coach ratio is 10:1. Call for more information. Register online, at the Recreation office, or at Location: James Kenney Gym Code Date Day Time Min/Max Meet Fee Aug M-F 1:00 4:00pm 8/20 5x $149 This extended care option will be supervised by City staff, not Skyhawks. Pm extended care Aug M-F 3:00 6:00pm 5x $75 Tel: recreation@cityofberkeley.info Website: 15

16 Aquatics Aquatics Programs Berkeley Aquatic Masters Ages 18+ Year round swim team providing structured, coached workouts for adult competitive and fitness swimmers, and triathletes. New swimmers welcome. Fee Drop-In 10-Swim Monthly Adults $7 $66 $82 Seniors/Disabled $5 $40 $57 Berkeley Barracudas Ages 4-18 Year round competitive swim team and stroke development. Coached groups for beginner, intermediate and advanced swimmers. Minimum ability: independent floating and the ability to follow directions. New swimmers welcome! We swim rain or shine! Fee Monthly Youth $75 Family Swim All Ages Time for Family Swim in the shallow section of the pool. Youth 6 yrs & under, or less than 48 tall, must be accompanied in the water and on the deck by a parent or adult guardian. Limit 2 children per adult. No flotation devices, snorkels or masks. Only 25 people will be admitted at one time. Fee Drop-In 10-Swim Monthly Adults $6 $51 $73 Seniors/Youth/Disabled $3 $22 $37 Fitness Workout AGES 18+ A one hour coached workout designed to enhance fitness. Fee Drop-In 10-Swim Monthly Adults $7 $66 $82 Seniors/Disabled $5 $40 $57 Independent Exercise AGES 18+ Time to exercise in the deep pool (10-12 ft deep) without an instructor. The diving board wil not be available for the use a this time. Fee Drop-In Adults $6 Seniors/Disabled $3 Lap Swim all ages Swim time in an organized lane environment. Note: During certain times, Instructional/ Coached programs will have priority in lane assignment and space. Fee Drop-In 10-Swim Monthly Adults $6 $51 $73 Seniors/Youth/Disabled $3 $22 $37 Private/Semi Private Lessons all ages 25 minute private and semi-private lessons taught by certified Red Cross instructors. Limited spaces available. Lessons must be reserved and paid for at least three days in advance. Specific instructors may not be available. Available instructors will only be reserved when 6 or more lessons on a consistent schedule are reserved and paid for at the same time. Signup at King Pool in-person. Lessons Resident Fee Non-resident Fee Private $30 $36 Semi-private (2-3) $50 $60 Public Swim all ages Children 6 & under or under 42 tall, must be accompanied on deck and in the pool by a parent or guardian, 18 years or older. A swim test must be passed to be admitted to the deep area of the pools. No flotation devices, snorkels, masks, allowed. Fee Drop-In 10-Swim Monthly Adults $6 $51 $73 Seniors/Youth/Disabled $3 $22 $37 Senior Disabled Quiet Swim AGES 55+ Space dedicated to quiet senior and disabled use. Fee Drop-In 10-Swim Monthly Seniors/Disabled $3 $22 $37 Stroke Technique Class AGES 18+ An ongoing class for intermediate and advanced adults focusing on improving technique for more efficient swimming. Fee Drop-In 10-Swim Monthly Adults $7 $66 $82 Senior Exercise Class ages 55+ An instructor led movement class designed especially for seniors, set to lively music. Drop-in 6 classes 2 wk session 2 sessions $5 $22.50 $33 $57 Water Aerobics Age 18+ An exercise class set in chest deep water, promoting toning, flexibility and cardio fitness. Fees Drop-In 10-Swim Monthly Adults $7 $66 $82 Seniors/ Disabled $5 $40 $57 16 City of Berkeley Summer 2014

17 Aquatics King Pool 1700 Hopkins Street (at Colusa Avenue) Berkeley, CA PROGRAMS MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN Berkeley Aquatic 6:00 7:30am 7:00 8:30pm 6:00 7:30am 7:00 8:30pm 6:00 7:30am 8:00 9:30am 9:15 10:45am Masters 8:30 10:00am 8:30 10:00am 8:30 10:00am Independent Exercise 6:00 8:30am 5:30 7:00pm 6:00 8:30am 5:30 7:00pm 6:00 8:30am 5:30 7:00pm 6:00 8:30am 5:30 7:00pm Fitness Workout 6:30-7:30am 6:30-7:30am Lap Swim 7:30 8:30am 12:00 1:00pm 5:30 7:00pm 7:00 8:30pm 6:00 8:30am 12:00 1:00pm 5:30 7:00pm 7:00 8:30pm 7:30 8:30am 12:00 1:00pm 5:30 7:00pm 7:00 8:30pm 6:00 8:30am 12:00 1:00pm 5:30 7:00pm 7:00 8:30pm 6:00 8:30am 5:30 7:00pm 7:30 8:30am 12:00 1:00pm 5:30 7:00pm 7:00 8:30pm Berkeley Barracudas 8:30 10:00am 8:30 10:00am 8:30 10:00am 8:30 10:00am 8:30 10:00am Stroke Technique Water Aerobics Learn to Swim Family Swim See page 19 for details 12:00 1:00pm 5:30 7:00pm 7:00 8:30pm 12:00 1:00pm 5:30 7:00pm 7:00 8:30pm 12:00 1:00pm 5:30 7:00pm 7:00 8:30pm 12:00 1:00pm 5:30 7:00pm 7:00 8:30pm 12:00 1:00pm 5:30 7:00pm 7:00 8:30pm 3:30 5:30pm 7:00 8:00am 11:00 11:30am 11:30am 1:30pm 3:30 5:30pm 10:00 11:30am 3:30 5:30pm 11:00 11:30am 11:30am 1:30pm 3:30 5:30pm 11:00am 12:00pm 3:30 5:30pm Public Swim 1:00 3:00pm 1:00 3:00pm 1:00 3:00pm 1:00 3:00pm 1:00 3:00pm 1:30 3:30pm 1:30 3:30pm Private Lessons Senior Disabled Quiet Swim *King Pool Summer Schedule: June 16 - August 23 (Closure Dates: July 4) One Lane Only One Lane from 11:00 11:30am 10:00am 10:30am 11:00am 11:30am 10:00am 10:30am 11:00am 11:30am 5:30 7:00pm 5:30 7:00pm 5:30 7:00pm 3:30 5:30pm 3:30 5:30pm Adult Lessons 6:00 7:00pm 6:00 7:00pm West Campus Pool 2100 Browning Street (at Addison Street) Berkeley, CA *West Campus Pool Summer Schedule: June 16 - August 22 (Closure Dates: July 4) Limited Lanes PROGRAMS MON TUE WED THU FRI Family Swim 9:00 10:00am 9:00 10:00am 9:00 10:00am 9:00 10:00am 9:00 10:00am Independent Exercise 9:00 10:00am 9:00 10:00am 9:00 10:00am 9:00 10:00am 9:00 10:00am Senior Exercise 9:00 10:00am 9:00 10:00am 9:00 10:00am 9:00 10:00am 9:00 10:00am Senior Disabled Quiet Swim 9:00 10:00am 9:00 10:00am 9:00 10:00am 9:00 10:00am 9:00 10:00am Learn to Swim Lap Swim See page 18 for details 10:00am 12:00pm 10:00am 12:00pm 10:00am 12:00pm 10:00am 12:00pm Public Swim 1:30 4:00pm 1:30 4:00pm 1:30 4:00pm 1:30 4:00pm 1:30 4:00pm Berkeley Barracudas 4:00 6:00pm 4:00 6:00pm 4:00 6:00pm 4:00 6:00pm 4:00 6:00pm 17

18 Aquatics red cross learn to swim Group swim lessons for youth with certified Red Cross instructors. Eight, 25 minute lessons during a 2-week session. Classes may be combined if enrollment is low. Register online, at the Recreation Office, or at the pools. Location: King Pool Date Day Time Min/Max Fee (res/non) See schedule (right) M-Th See times below 6/12 $72/$86 Pre-School Level 1 (AGES 3-5) Introduction to Water Skills Participants will experience supported floating, kicking and blowing bubbles, and learn water safety skills. No experience is necessary. King Pool Spring Schedule Session 1 Session 2 Session 3* Session 4* Times Levels Apr Apr 28 May 8 May May 27 Jun 5 5:30 Pre-Level :55pm Pre-Level :00 Pre-Level :25pm Level :30 Level :55pm Level Pre-School Level 2 (AGES 3-5) Elementary Water Skills Pre-School Level 3 (AGES 3-5) Basic Aquatic Skills Level 1 (AGES 6-18) Introduction to Water Skills Level 2 (AGES 6-18) Fundamental Aquatic Skills Level 3 (AGES 6-18) Stroke Development Level 4 (AGES 6-18) Stroke Improvement Level 5 (AGES 6-18) Stroke Refinement Level 6 (AGES 6-18) Advanced Skills Participants will experience assisted floating, kicking, bobbing, and learn water safety skills. Participants will experience independent locomotion, treading water, and learn water safety skills. Participants will learn supported floating, kicking and blowing bubbles, and learn water safety skills. No experience or skills necessary. Participants will learn independent locomotion skills on front and back, and develop a foundation for swimming strokes. Participants will learn side breathing for front crawl, develop further stroke skills, and are introduced to deep water. Participants work to improve five swimming strokes and learn water safety skills, which includes watching CPR demonstrations. Participants work to refine all six strokes and practice diving and turns. Participants will work on areas of special interest including personal water safety, diving, and fitness swimming. Note: Classes may be combined if enrollment is low. *No class May 19. Makeup class will be on Friday, May 23. *No class May 26. Makeup class will be on Friday, May 30. West Campus Pool Summer Schedule Times Levels Jun 16 Jun 26 10:00 10:25am 10:30 10:55am 11:00 11:25am Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5 Jun 30 Jul 10 Jul 14 Jul 24 Jul 28 Aug 7 Aug 11 Aug 21 Pre-Level Level Level Level Level Level Level Pre-Level Level Level Level Level Level Level Pre-Level Level Level Level Level Level Level City of Berkeley Summer 2014

19 Aquatics red cross learn to swim King Pool Summer Schedule Times Levels Jun 16 Jun 26 9:30 9:55am 10:00 10:25am 10:30 10:55am 11:00 11:30am Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5 Jun 30 Jul 10 Jul 14 Jul 24 Jul 28 Aug 7 Aug 11 Aug 21 Pre-Level Pre-Level Pre-Level Pre-Level Level Level Level Level Level Level Pre-Level Level Level Level Level Level Level Pre-Level Level Level Level Level Level Level :30 11:55am Pre-Level Level Level Level Level Level Level Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5 Times Levels Jun 16 Jun 26 3:15 3:40pm 3:45 4:10pm 4:15 4:40pm Jun 30 Jul 10 Jul 14 Jul 24 Jul 28 Aug 7 Aug 11 Aug 21 Pre-Level Level Level Level Level Level Level Pre-Level Level Level Level Level Level Level Pre-Level Level Level Level Level Level Level Tel: recreation@cityofberkeley.info Website: 19

20 Aquatics (NEW) Junior Lifeguard Teen Vocational Camp ages Want to know what it takes to be a lifeguard? This American Red Cross program is for you! Participants will receive job readiness training and a Junior Lifeguard certificate at the end of the program. For more information, call Audrey at Register online or the Recreation Office. Location: West Campus Pool Code Date Day Time Min/Max Meet Fee Jun M-Sa 10:00am 4:00pm 6/10 6x $ Jul 7 12 M-Sa 10:00am 4:00pm 6/10 6x $110 Adult Swim Lessons AGES 18+ Beginner participants will learn to float on front and back, basic arm and leg locomotion and basic safety skills. Intermediate participants will learn swimming strokes on front and back, rhythmic breathing, treading water and basic safety skills. Register online, at the Recreation Office or King Pool. Location: King Pool Min/Max: 6/12 *No lessons on July 4 Code Session Date Day Time Meet Fee (res/non) intermediate Session 1 Jun TuTh 6:00 7:00pm 4x $75/ $ Session 2 Jul 1 10 TuTh 6:00 7:00pm 4x $75/ $ Session 3 Jul TuTh 6:00 7:00pm 4x $75/ $ Session 4 Jul 29 Aug 7 TuTh 6:00 7:00pm 4x $75/ $ Session 5 Aug TuTh 6:00 7:00pm 4x $75/ $90 Beginner Session 1 Jun TuTh 7:00 8:00pm 4x $75/ $ Session 2 Jul 1 10 TuTh 7:00 8:00pm 4x $75/ $ Session 3 Jul TuTh 7:00 8:00pm 4x $75/ $ Session 4 Jul 29 Aug 7 TuTh 7:00 8:00pm 4x $75/ $90 Aquatics Day Camp AGES Each one week day camp session focuses on one aquatic specialty in a fun, well supervised environment. Participants will explore each sport through daily technique and practice sessions, and parents will be invited to a performance on the final day of each camp. PM extended care is available at King Pool. Bring lunch. For more info call For swimmers with intermediate or advanced swimming skills. Register online, at the Recreation Office, or King Pool. Location: King Pool Min/Max: 6/12 Description (res/non) Core Program Jun 16 Aug 15 M-F 9:00am 3:30pm $249 PM Ext Care Jun 16 Aug 15 M-F 3:30 5:30pm $49 Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5 Jun Jun 30 Jul 3* Jul Jul 29 Aug 2 Aug Competitive Swimming Water Polo KING POOL Synchronized Swimming Diving Competitive Swimming PM Extended Care *No camp July 4. NSPF Certified Pool/Spa Operator Certification Training AGES 18+ The Certified Pool/Spa Operator Certification program has delivered more training than any other program in the pool and spa industry since 1972, resulting in more than 240,000 successful CPO certifications in 44 countries. The CPO certification program is widely accepted by health departments. The NSPF Pool & Spa Operator Handbook, has been updated to include the most current information available. A certification course that covers hours of information from The Handbook (provided) and local codes can be achieved by either attending a 2-day course taught by an NSPF Instructor or the combination of Pool Operator Primer and Pool Operator Fusion. Pass the open book exam and earn CPO certification. General Information About the CPO Certification Program The CPO certification program includes pool and spa chemistry, testing, treatment, filtration, maintenance, automatic feeding equipment, government requirements. The CPO certification program requires passing an open book written examination. The CPO certification is valid five years. What Are the Benefits of the CPO Certification Program? Proven educational tool Widely accepted by local and state authorities Covers topics necessary for pool operators including a section for local and state codes. Comprehensive handbook All courses are taught by NSPF certified instructors The CPO certification is recognized nationally and internationally. Gives participants a better understanding of the operator s role in pool care and management. For dates and fees information call City of Berkeley Summer 2014