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index
SLPR Information . . . . . . . 4
Executive Director . . . . . . . 5
Summer Concerts . . . . . . 8-9
Farmer’s Market . . . . . . . 10
senior Programs . . . . . . 11-12
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Senior Fridays . . . . . . . . . 12
2 02 Adult Programs . . . . . . . . 13
Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-14
Book Club . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . 15-17
Martial Arts . . . . . . . . 18-19
Nutrition . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Safety Classes . . . . . 19-20
Soccer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Youth Programs . . . . . . . . 21
Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Baseball . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Basketball . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Birthday Parties . . . . . . . 22
Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-24
Driver's Education . . . . . . 25
Flag Football . . . . . . . . . . 26
Gymnastics . . . . . . . . . 27-29
Martial Arts . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Safety Classes . . . . . . . . 31
SOUTHERN LAKES PARKS & RECREATION STAFF Science Camps . . . . . . . . 32
Soccer . . . . . . . . . . . . 32-33
Executive Director Administrative Assistant/Market Manager
Ed Koledo....................................... 810.714.2011 Patty Allen....................................... 810.714.2011 Softball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
ekoledo@slpr.net pallen@slpr.net Speed & Strength Training . . 34
Tennis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
HR/Accounting Coordinator, Administrative Assistant
Fitness Director Isabelle Walton............................... 810.714.2011
Shirley Priestap.............................. 810.714.2011 iwalton@slpr.net Genesee County CDBG
spriestap@slpr.net Scholarship Grant . . . 36-37
Gymnastics Director, Gym Stars Gym
Recreation & Athletic Programmer & Nancy Holden................................. 810.591.8198
Fenton Schools Facility Scheduler nholden@slpr.net Registration Form . . . . . . 38
Paul Stark....................................... 810.714.2011
pstark@slpr.net Aquatics Staff Instructional Director, Pool
Cathy O'Bee....................................810.591.2622
Recreation Programmer
Marketing Coordinator, Dance Director
cobee@slpr.net
REGISTER ONLINE AT
SLPR.NET
Kristen Archambeau...................... 810.714.2011 Building/Program Attendents:
karchambeau@slpr.net Cameron Foland, Sherie Peruski, Rick Naughton,
Jack Allen, Sandy Florida............... 810.714.2011
contact_us@slpr.net
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SLPR ADMINISTRATIVE INFORMATION
Southern Lakes Parks & Recreation
Phone: 810.714.2011
Hours: Monday–Friday from 10am–6pm
Email: Contact_us@slpr.net
Registration Info Prorating Procedure Cancellation
SLPR does not accept registration Late registration is discouraged and
over the phone. sometimes not allowed. Therefore, Procedure
classes may only be pro-rated in certain Southern Lakes Parks & Recreation
Here are 3 ways to register:
circumstances and only upon request at reserves the right to cancel any program
1. Register online at www.slpr.net.
the time of registration. due to inclement weather, facilitation
2. Mail in your registration to SLPR at: problems, or conditions beyond their
150 S. Leroy St. Fenton, MI 48430. control. Should this happen, SLPR will
Refund Procedure attempt to reschedule the program. Should
3. In person registration is available Refunds will be processed [upon request] schedule changes occur, SLPR will notify
Monday-Friday, 10am–6pm. up until the second class, minus a $5 participants by phone, text message and/
administrative fee. A full refund will be or email. If local schools are closed due to
Please make checks payable to SLPR. given if a class is cancelled by SLPR. No weather conditions, all SLPR daytime and
SLPR strongly encourages mailing refunds will be given for sport leagues or evening activities taking place within those
registration 2 weeks prior to the class special events or one-day classes [unless schools will be cancelled.
start date. cancelled by SLPR]. Refunds may take up
to two weeks to process.
All registrants must have a hold harmless
REGISTER NOW!
waiver signed before the first class. 3 Ways to Register:
Confirmation 1. ONLINE: www.slpr.net
Residency Defined Procedure 2. MAIL: SLPR at 150 S Leroy St,
Residents / Non-Residents: To receive the Southern Lakes Parks & Recreation will Fenton, MI 48430
resident rate you must reside within the only notify participants if a class has been
cancelled. SLPR will notify you immediately 3. IN PERSON Mon-Fri 10am–6pm.
City of Fenton, City of Linden, or Fenton
Township. SLPR is funded through property if a class is cancelled and a full refund We encourage online registration to secure
taxes collected in these areas. Residency will be issued. Refunds may take up to your placement in the program, as many
is NOT connected with the Fenton, Linden two weeks to process. If you do not hear programs do fill quickly.
or Lake Fenton School Districts. Residency from the SLPR office, please attend the Mailed registrations must include your check
is determined by where you pay your city/ first class session as scheduled. Each payment and signed registration form. Mailed
township taxes. customer’s profile and program schedule registration is subject to class availability at
are available online through the registration the time registration is received.
software with Rec1.
SLPR Board Information 2022 SLPR District
The Southern Lakes Regional Metropolitan Parks & Recreation Board of Commissioners Meetings
Commission was formed in November 2000 and is supported by All meetings are on the fourth Thursday of each month at 6pm,
the taxpayers of the City of Fenton, City of Linden, and Fenton in the club room, lower level at the Fenton Community
Township. Two appointed members from each municipality make & Cultural Center (150 S. Leroy St., Fenton, MI 48430)
up the six-member board. Jan. 27 Jul. 28
Feb. 24 Aug. 25
Pat Lockwood, City of Fenton . . . . . . . . . lockwoodpa4@gmail.com
Mar. 24 Sep. 22
Ray Culbert, City of Linden . . . . . . . . . . . . culbertdesign1@aol.com
Christine Reid, Fenton Twp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . cmreid8@charter.net Apr. 28 Oct. 27
Brenda Simons, City of Linden . . . . . . . . . . . bsimons@lindenmi.us May 26 Nov. 17 (3rd Thurs)
Dave McDermott City of Fenton . . . . . . dave@davemcdermott.net Jun. 23 Dec. 15 (3rd Thurs)
Robert Kesler, Fenton Twp . . . . . . . . . . . robertckesler@yahoo.com
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SLPR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE
It has already been two years The City of Fenton, Fenton Township, Argentine Township, the
this summer as the Executive City of Linden, LAFF Pathways, Inc., the Michigan Department of
Director for SLPR, and has the Transportation, the Michigan Department of Natural Resources,
time flown by! As I get around our Genesee County Road Commission, Genesee County Parks
community, talking with people and Recreation, and SLPR; quite a crew to manage and work
at various events, I’m often towards the entirety of The LAFF Pathway. The State Bank
asked questions about Southern Trail, along Silver Lake Road between Fenton and Linden, is
Lakes: How I like it? What does scheduled for construction the spring through fall of 2023.
SLPR do anyway? When will Grant requests for both the Owen Road corridor and the Fenton
the pathway be complete? We Road corridor have been submitted and we will continue to
want PICKLEBALL. It’s all a part work through grant requests to set up the next phase; timing
of what I ask for at the end of is probably not before 2026. PICKLEBALL…as a part of doing
almost every Director’s Message: your input. I’ll answer these what we do, when some pickleball players called about a place
questions and update you on some plans below. to play during the winter, our Athletic Programmer jumped-in to
offer an indoor court in the main hall of the Fenton Community
iganI loveHelmets
working for SLPR;to two things right up front that I love and Cultural Center during the winter. Through a partnership
about SLPR, our staff and the direction our board provides. with Genesee County Parks, their recent grant from the DNR will
withOurthestaff isState
more like aof family, they are dedicated, really care provide for pickleball courts at Linden County Park, and SLPR
about our programming and the community center, and always is set to offer tournaments and/or league play depending on
months, working
give that little tothat make a positive difference;
extra attention demand. Looks like construction of the courts will be a summer
I cannot say enough about the quality of our staff. Our Board of 2023 thing. Disc Golf is another initiative we’ll continue to
o that he was the
just completed a new Five-Year Master Plan. This will provide develop along our pathways and parks.
ounty and
direction thedevelop success criteria for the future of
and help
SLPR’s service to our community. So yes, I love working for Seems like a lot going on, but what can we do better? Your
retired
SLPR…andthe what do summer
we do? In this ofSummer Brochure, we’ve feedback is always helpful and appreciated. If you see me out,
got a little cheat sheet our staff came up with to explain what it please stop to introduce yourself and let me have it…the good…
mathis that
teacher and
we do. I literally don’tretired
have enough space in my address the bad…and/or the ugly. If you don’t see me, email, or call
here to write out all the things SLPR does; check our cheat me and let me know what you are thinking. We can serve our
years of military
sheet in this brochure to get a great outline…and maybe spark community better when we know the needs and wants. Please,
inden Community
a phone call into my office to develop your idea. See page 6 help us grow!
for more details.
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Executive Director
Britain and two tours Southern Lakes Parks and Recreation
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"It's Another FUN Day with SLPR!"
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SLPR’s Mission
To establish, maintain and operate a system of parks, recreational facilities and
program opportunities that enhance the education, physical health, personal well-being,
and social interactions within the Fenton, Linden and Lake Fenton communities.
SLPR Program Opportunities:
(Serving Youth, Adult and Senior Activities)
• Art • Safety • Lacrosse • Special Events
• Gymnastics • Adaptive Soccer • Gymnastic Invitational • Wrestling Meets
• Swim • Nutrition • Open Gyms • Wrestling
• Senior Splash • Basketball • Golf • Flag Football
• Dance & Dance Recitals • Volleyball • Adaptive Dances • Skills Camps
• Fitness/Health • Soccer • Pickleball • Summer Camps
• Drivers Education • Softball Pitching Clinic • Sports Leagues • Softball Leagues
• Science/STEAM/STEM • Baseball Basics • Senior Fridays • Volleyball Leagues
Find SLPR Programs at these Facilities & Outdoor Spaces
• Fenton High School • Lake Fenton High School • Thompson Road
• AGS Middle School • Fenton Community Center • Regional Dog Park
• Tomek-Eastern Elementary • Hyatt Elementary • Fenton Millpond
• North Road Elementary • Fenton Sportsman’s Club • Linden Millpond
• State Road Elementary • Fenton Karate • Silver Lake Park
• Ellen Street Campus • World Martial Arts • Linden County Park
• West Shore Elementary • Seifert Golf Center • Rackham Park
• Torrey Hill Elementary • The State Bank Trail • Bush Park
Community Partners & Events
• LOOSE Senior Center • Fenton Area Public Schools • VFW in Linden
• Fenton Lakes • Linden Community Schools • Veteran’s Recreation Day
• Sportsman’s Club • Lake Fenton Community Schools • Grow Linden
• Fenton Karate • Fenton Township • Fenton & Linden Regional
• World Martial Arts • City of Fenton Chamber of Commerce
• Happening In Linden • City of Linden • City of Fenton Arts & Cultural
• Fenton Freedom Festival • Linden & Fenton Back to the Bricks Commission
• Jinglefest • Fenton & Linden Concert Series • Fenton Community Orchestra
• Fenton Beautification Committee • Linden Concert Series • Keepers of the Shiawassee
• Fenton Community & Cultural Center • Farmer’s Market • FACT Consortium
• Randy Wise of Fenton • Fenton Experience • Vic Canever Chevrolet
• Deer Run Soccer Authority • Halo Burger • Linden DDA
• The State Bank • Tri-County Times • Fenton DDA
• Lockwood of Fenton • LAFF Pathway • TelNet Group
Being involved is one of the things that makes our community such
a great place. Whether it be by taking a class, volunteering at an
event or instructing a program, they all have such a positive impact.
Stay active, be involved and most importantly, have FUN!
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SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Brought to you by SLPR
& the City of Fenton DDA
Fenton Concerts In The Park- Thursdays
Fenton Millpond Park at the Gazebo, 301 S. Leroy • Sponsored by the City of Fenton DDA
SPONSORED BY:
Fenton rainout location is the Fenton Community & Cultural Center.
DDA
DOUBLE CONCERT EVENTS!
June 9, July 14 & August 11
DATE CONCERT BAND GENRE TIME
June 2 Fenton Community Orchestra, Classical,Contemporary, & Jazz 7:00–8:30pm
Simply Strings & the Fenton Jazz Orchestra
June 9 Mike Espy Group Blues Funk 5:00–6:30pm
June 9 Guy Louis Family Concert Family Concert 7:00–8:30pm
June 16 Detroit Social Club Blues Band Blues/Classic Soul - R&B/Motown 7:00–8:30pm
June 23 Leave Those Kids Alone Classic Rock 7:00–8:30pm
June 30 3RD° BURNS Classic Rock 7:00–8:30pm
July 7 Kari Holmes Country 7:00–8:30pm
July 14 Me + Joe Smith Funky, fresh soul 5:00–6:30pm
July 14 After it All Dance, Rock, Pop 7:00–8:30pm
July 21 Itchyoo Park 60’s and 70’s music 7:00–8:30pm
July 28 Rodéo Drive Classic Rock, Country, Motown, Blues 7:00–8:30pm
August 4 Teddy Petty & the Refugees Tom Petty Tribute Band 7:00–8:30pm
August 11 Moonshot (BACK TO THE BRICKS) Classic & Modern Rock 4:00–5:30pm
August 11 Steve King & The Dittilies Oldies and Swing 6:30–8:00pm
August 18 Rhythm Kings Band Motown, Top 40, R&B, Funk 7:00–8:30pm
August 25 RockStar 80’s Music 7:00–8:30pm
September 1 Magic Bus “Journey to Woodstock” 7:00–8:30pm
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SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Brought to you by SLPR
& the Linden DDA
SPONSORED BY:
Linden Music By The Mill- Wednesdays in August
Linden Millpond Park/Gazebo • Sponsored by The City of Linden and Linden DDA.
No rainout location
DATE CONCERT BAND GENRE TIME
May 30 Denise Davis & the Motor City Sensations Motown, Blues & Pop 11:00am–12:30pm
Linden’s Memorial Day Concert
August 3 Soggy Bottom Big Band Jazz, Contemporary 7:00–8:30pm
August 10 Image (BACK TO THE BRICKS) Classic Rock 6:30–8:00pm
August 17 Itchycoo Park 60s and 70s music 7:00–8:30pm
August 24 Detroit Social Club Blues Band Blues/Classic Soul - R&B/Motown 7:00–8:30pm
August 31 Betty B. & The Ropewalkers Swing Jazz and early R & B 7:00–8:30pm
PARADE
LINDEN’S MEMORIAL DAY EVENT– MONDAY, MAY 30
The parade steps off at 10am on Mill St. and marches to Fairview Cemetery. The VFW
will hold a ceremony in the Veteran’s Memorial Section of the cemetrey. Afterwards, a PICNIC
Community Picnic will take place during the Memorial Day Concert near the Linden Gazebo. CONCERT
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FENTON FARMERS MARKET
Come one come all, shop the
Fenton Farmers Market!
Thursdays, May 19–September 15
5:00–8:00pm
Front Lawn of the Community Center
Fresh fruits and vegetables, farm fresh eggs, free
range chickens and turkeys, pork products such
as bacon and sausage. Shop talented artisan and
craft vendors too.
We offer Double Up Food Bucks for
people who have an EBT card - spend EBT
ACCEP
TED!
$1 and get a $1 towards fruits and
vegetables! (limit $20 a day).
For applications, visit SLPR Office or www.slpr.net.
Back to the Bricks– Tune Up Parties
Flint’s successful Back to the Bricks event is cruisin’
through Linden and Fenton in this special car cruise
and car show. The Fenton & Linden Concerts will also
be taking place during this event!
Downtown Linden- August 10, 4:00–8:00pm
Sponsored by the Linden DDA
6:30-8:00 pm– Concert by the Mill– Image
Downtown Fenton- August 11, 4:00–8:00pm
Sponsored by the City of Fenton DDA
4:00-5:30 pm– Concert in the Park– Moonshot
5:00-8:00 pm– Farmers Market
6:30-8:00 pm– Concert in the Park– Steve King & the Ditties
For detailed information for participants bringing a
classic car to the event, please visit:
https://slpr.net/event/back-to-the-bricks/ For more information, please visit
backtothebricks.org
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Tai Chi Senior Splash
$48 Discounted for residents $25 Residents,
$58 Regular fee for non-residents $35 Non Residents
Adults only, 18 and up Drop-In Punch Card Available: $35/5 visits
In our Tai Chi class you will learn an ancient self improvement A low impact and great exercise program for senior citizens. The
method that is totally different from other sports or exercise class includes cardio, core work, and arm and leg strength exer-
classes. Tai Chi is a very popular Oriental Holistic fitness cises. This will get you moving in a friendly and fun atmosphere!
program that has the added dimension of healing the mind Please check the SLP&R Aquatics Calendar for class dates, times,
and body from within. The class focuses on proper breathing, and cancellations at www.slpr.net and look for the link to our
increasing circulation, and developing internal energy (Ki aquatic calendar on the homepage! Ages 45 and up.
Power) for improved overall health. You will learn graceful basic
actions, which are actually “Low Impact” exercises in disguise! Session 1: June 15, 17, June 22-24
When you are able to perform all of the basic actions as one Session 2: July 13, 15, July 20, 22
continuous flowing motion, that is considered a Tai Chi FORM.
The goal is to be able to move smoothly through the FORM Tuesday & Thursday, 12:30–1:30pm
without the intervention of conscious thought. This is very Fenton High School Swimming Pool
relaxing for both the mind and body; and it is very beneficial
in relieving mental and physical stress. Students typically
Security Policies: Due to security policies required by Fenton Area
experience increased flexibility, less body and joint stiffness,
Public Schools, an identification badge is required to participate in
increased range of motion, and less pain. Body balance,
SLPR activities. Registration for the entire session, or punch card
coordination, and a more positive outlook on life are also
for Senior Splash MUST now be done at the SLPR office at 150 S
reported by students as a result of Tai Chi practice.
Leroy, Fenton. Please call (810) 714-2011 for more information.
Wednesday, 10:00–10:45am
July 20–August 24
World Martial Arts Academy
7007 Silver Lake Road, Linden 810-458-6363
Instructed by Grand Master Dave Weatherly 9th Degree Black Belt
LOOKING FOR
INSTRUCTORS!
Contact SLPR if you’re
interested in sharing
your talents!
Phone: 810.714.2011
Email: Contact_us@slpr.net
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Join our fun-loving group for Senior Fridays at the Fenton Community & Cultural
Center. Meet new friends, share some laughs while playing Bingo, Bunco, and
Euchre. Come for the day or just for your favorite part. Wheelchair accessible. If
this is your first time visiting, please call 810-714-2011. *In the event of inclement
weather or school closures for Fenton Area Public Schools, Senior Fridays will be
cancelled.
THANK YOU TO THE FUNDERS!
This program is partially funded by Southern Lakes Parks & Recreation,
the Fenton Community Center, The State Bank, City of Fenton CDBG Funds, and
Fenton Township CDBG Funds.
Fees: Lunch is served the 4th Friday of the month at $4.00 a person (subject to
change). Bingo & Bunco is $1.50 to play.
Schedule of Events: We look for w
9:30-10:30am . . . . . . . . Social Time a rd
10:30-12:00pm . . . . . . . Bingo to seeing yo
12:00-12:30pm . . . . . . . Lunch u
12:30-2:00pm . . . . . . . . Bunco on Friday!
2:00-3:30pm. . . . . . . . . Euchre
Stay tuned for upcoming quarterly Saturday Senior Special Events!
FREE MEDICARE 101 SEMINAR
ARE YOU 65 OR OLDER? DO YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT MEDICARE?
GET THE ANSWERS YOU NEED TO MAKE INFORMED CHOICES ABOUT YOUR HEALTH CARE COVERAGE.
Presentation Given By: Tyrone Carr
Tyrone has over 17 years of experience in the insurance industry
and specializes in Medicare. His seminars have helped thousands
of people gain the knowledge necessary to make informed
decisions about their health insurance coverage. He is dedicated The Seminar Covers...
to providing this educational service to local communities at no Learning About Medicare
cost. Medicare is complex; this relaxed forum offers a safe space Applying For Social Security
to learn and an opportunity to ask questions.
Differences Between Medigap &
Medicare Advantage Plans
Upcoming Seminar Dates: Part D Coverage
Dental & Vision Coverage
Fenton Community Center (150 S. Leroy St. ,Fenton) Penalties
June 8th @ 10am or 6pm, July 13th @ 10am or 6pm, & August 10th @ 10am or Plans That Offer Free Gym Memberships
& Additional Benefits
6pm
The Truth About Medicare Commercials
Genesys Conference Center- Willow Room (805 Health Park Blvd., Grand Blanc) How Retirement Impacts Your Medicare
June 15th @ 10am & 6pm and August 9th @ 10am & 6pm Decisions
Answering Your Individual Questions
Ways To Register:
Call: (810) 534-3008 Register Today!
Email: tyrone@tcarrassociates.com or rachel@tcarrassociates.com Call (810) 534-3008
Website: www.tcarrassociates.com or scan the QR Code Space is limited.
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ART
Learn to Paint like Bob Ross!
$65 discounted for residents, $75 non-residents
Join us in painting happy little trees and fluffy clouds as June
we put dreams onto canvas. Join Ted Simpson, Certified
Ross Instructor as he guides you through painting your
own Bob Ross Style masterpiece in just a few hours.
No experience necessary and all supplies included. May
Ages 13 - adult
Session 1: Saturday, May 14, 1-4pm July
Session 2: Saturday, June 25, 1-4pm
Session 3: Saturday, July 30, 1-4pm
Session 4: Saturday, August 20, 1-4pm
Fenton Community & Cultural Center, Art Room
Instructed by Ted Simpson, CRI August
Quick Sketch Watercolors Supply List for Quick Sketch Watercolors On the Go:
Watercolor Paper Book or Spiral Pad 140lb Cold Press 5 x 7 (must
for Travelers open and lay flat) Windsor & Newton, Fabriano, Canson, Hahnemuhle
$50 discounted for residents, $60 non-residents to name a few, make one all reasonably priced.
Ages 16 and up 1. #8 Watercolor round brush and an (Optional) 1.5 inch flat wash
brush (synthetic sable).
Quickly capture your glimpses of your world, life and travels with 2. Paint Travel kit. (Winsor & Newton (390639, Field plus kit, Field
box) or Koi Watercolor Sketch Box or a simple portable watercolor set.
loose lines and painterly colors with instructor Denise Willing
You will need a small plastic plate to mix colors on if your set does not
Booher quick sketch and paint system. This “go with the flow” tech-
have a mixing area. You can make your
nique is perfect for painting anywhere including studies, journals,
own Travel Set by adding your own tube watercolor paint (Primary
and finished paintings. Learn to see like an interesting subject an colors of Red, Yellow and Blue ect.) into a Folding Watercolor Palette
artist’s eye in the moment and to compose and draw more organi- by Masters International which is $4.99.
cally with confidence. Inject captivating, mingling watercolors into 3. Absorbent Towel/rag/sponge for absorbing water
your sketch in just minutes. Denise will go over useful suggestions 4. Plastic Plate for a mixing pallet
on packing watercolors to take along for any adventure. For expe- 5. If not included with you set, bring a dollar store container with a lid
rienced, beginner, and intermediate students. Denise is a working for water to rinse your brush and a bottle of water to fill it up
artist living in Fenton. She shows her work regionally, nationally, 6. (Optional) portable light weight chair, cushion or towel to sit on.
and internationally. Denise is the past President of the National
Watercolor Society as well as a Signature member and the past
President of the Michigan Watercolor Society.
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 9:30am–12:30pm
June 7, 8, 9
Fenton Community & Cultural Center
This class is proudly and graciously sponsored by the City
of Fenton and the Fenton Arts & Cultural Commission.
WWW.SLPR.NET | 810.714.2011 | SLPR SUMMER 2022 | 13Advanced Painting BOOK CLUB
in Watercolor Fenton’s Open Book Club
Ages 16 and up Ages 16 & up
$70 discounted for residents, $80 non-residents
Fenton’s Open Book will be offering a book club that will meet
Advanced watercolor painting with instructor Denise Willing on the 2nd Monday of the month at 6:30pm. If you have any
Booher. This is an advanced class for students to bring in their questions, please call Fenton’s Open Book at 810-629-8000.
own work and work in class. Denise will teach, advise, and lead (105 West Shiawassee). The cost is free and the participants
students to produce their best work through drawing, painting will receive a 20% discount on their book club purchase.
and design skills using their own personal voice in their work. Happy Reading.
Please bring your own supplies and paintings to work on. Denise
is a working artist living in Fenton. She shows her work regionally, 2nd Monday of each month at 6:30pm
nationally, and internationally. Denise is the past President of the Fenton’s Open Book
National Watercolor Society as well as a Signature member and
the past President of the Michigan Watercolor Society.
Tuesday, 6:30–7:45pm
September 13–October 18, 2022
Classes held at the Fenton Community & Cultural Center
This class is proudly and graciously sponsored by the City
of Fenton and the Fenton Arts & Cultural Commission.
FIND US ON TWITTER
@SLPRparksrec
REGISTER NOW!
We encourage online registration to secure
your placement in the program, as many
programs do fill quickly.
Mailed registrations must include your check payment and
signed registration form. Mailed registration is subject to
class availability at the time registration is received.
3 WAYS TO REGISTER:
1. ONLINE: www.slpr.net
2. MAIL: SLPR, 150 S Leroy St, Fenton, 48430
3. IN PERSON Mon-Fri 10am–6pm.
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FITNESS SCHEDULE
SUMMER START DATES
Session 1: June -July
Session 2: July-August
FCCC: Fenton Community & Cultural Center, 150 S. Leroy St.
Studio: Ellen St. Campus, 404 W. Ellen St
MORNING CLASSES
Mon 9:30-10:30am Yoga Kathy Tenerelli FCCC – Van Gilder
Fri 9:30-10:30am Yoga Kathy Tenerelli FCCC – Van Gilder
AFTERNOON CLASSES
Tue 4:45-5:15pm 30 Minute Abs Shirley Priestap FCCC – Van Gilder
Wed 4:45-5:30pm Buns & Guns Shirley Priestap FCCC – Van Gilder
EVENING CLASSES
Mon 6:00-7:00pm Pilates for Health Monica Rynearson FCCC – Van Gilder
7:00-8:00pm Zumba Jannah Garback FCCC – Main Hall
Tue 5:30-6:15pm Pound Megan Behnke FCCC – Van Gilder
6:30-7:30pm Slow Flow Yoga Kathy Tenerelli FCCC – Van Gilder
Wed 7:00-8:00pm Zumba Romina Pena-Sweetman FCCC – Main Hall
Thur 5:45-6:30pm Werq Nicole Bubnes FCCC – Rec Room
5:30-6:15pm Stability Ball Shirley Priestap FCCC – Van Gilder
6:00-7:00pm Pilates Barre Monica Rynearson STUDIO
6:30-7:30pm Slow Flow Yoga Kathy Tenerelli FCCC – Van Gilder
Ages 12 & up. (Under 18 must have a registered, participating parent taking the class with them)
$12 Drop-in is only available if a class reaches its minimum
number of registered participants.
Pre-Register to Guarantee Your Spot & Keep the Class on the Schedule!
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FITNESS PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS
CARDIO & ENDURANCE CONDITION & TONE
30 MINUTE ABS 4:45–5:15pm
7:00-8:00pm This class is designed to tighten up your midsection fast. A great
way to fit a great workout into your busy schedule.
Zumba is a dance fitness party combining Latin rhythm and hip- Shirley incorporates the principals of Pilates for this 100% solid
hop style to a catching beat. It’s interval training with alternating core workout! You can’t have a strong back without a strong belly
fast and slow rhythms to burn off extra pounds. Our instructors so there’s more than one reason to join us for this quick little ab
bring the fun with party lights and contagious energy making this sculpting routine!
class exercise in disguise. Session 1: Tues: 6/7 – 7/19 (no class 7/5)
Session 1: Mon: 6/6 – 7/18 (no class 7/4) Session 2: Tues: 7/26 – 8/30
Wed: 6/8 – 7/20 (no class 7/6)
Session 2: Mon: 7/25 – 8/29 $36 Residents/$46 Non-residents per 6 week session
Wed: 7/27 – 8/31
$54 Residents/$64 Non-residents per 6 week session BUNS & GUNS 4:45–5:30pm
$90 Residents/$100 Non-residents for both Firm those buns, hips and thighs with this intense butt lifting
Register for twice a week and save! and leg toning class. We’ve added hand weights to this workout
to strengthen and tone the arms too. Get results as you shape
your muscles and build strength with Pilates.
Session 1: Wed: 6/8 – 7/20 (no class 7/6)
5:45-6:30pm Session 2: Wed: 7/27 – 8/31
WERQ! is a high intensity, wildly addictive cardio dance workout $48 Residents/$58 Non-residents per 6 week session
based on pop and hip hop music. This class provides a total
body workout combining athletic moves and fresh dance steps.
Session 1: Thurs: 6/9 – 7/21 (no class 7/7) BUNS & GUNS WITH GUTS 4:45pm
Target the glutes (buns), arms (guns) and abs (guts) by
$48 Residents/$58 Non-residents per 6 week session registering for both Tuesday Abs and Wednesday Buns & Guns.
Two quick workouts with remarkable toning and strengthening
results for a full body workout!
TAKE TWO ON TUESDAY
Chisel your abs in Shirley’s 30 Minute Abs class then rock your
$77 Residents/$87 Non-residents
cardio in Megan’s Pound class. A head to toe and everything in
between full body workout! 15 minute break between classes.
Session 2: Tues: 7/26 – 8/30
$77 Residents/$87 Non-residents
5:30-6:15pm
Sweat! Sculpt! Rock! Channel your inner
rock star, torch calories, and sweat your
way to a rock-hard body with this full body cardio fitness session!
Using lightly weighted exercise drumsticks called ‘ripstix’ you will
drum your way to a fit body. Lose pounds with POUND!
Session 1: Tues: 6/7 – 6/21
Session 2: Tues: 7/26 – 8/30
$24 Residents/$34 Non-residents per 3 week session
$48 Residents/$58 Non-residents per 6 week session
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$54 Residents/$64 Non-residents per 6 week session
$90 Residents/$100 Non-residents for both.
FITNESS PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS Register for twice a week and save
For the Fitness Page: It’s not just about fitness…. It’s about friendship!
Some of our “Planks then Dranks – Wine Wednesday” group
PILATES FOR HEALTH 6:00–7:00pm
This unique exercise program is designed specifically for you
active adults to improve your game. The emphasis is on the
shoulders, hips, lower back, and abs. You will develop core
strength, improve rotation, gain flexibility, and increase your
balance, stability, and concentration. Great for golf, tennis,
kayak, and ball sports.
Session 1: Mon: 6/6 – 7/18 (no class 7/4)
Session 2: Mon: 7/25 – 8/29
$54 Residents/$64 Non-residents per 6 week session
PILATES BARRE 6:00–7:00pm
A challenging blend of ballet inspired moves and Pilates’ mat
fundamentals that includes the utilization of ballet barres, bands,
and balls to help you sculpt a strong and balanced body. The It’s not just about fitness…. It’s about friendship!
results include a stronger core, improved posture, and muscular Pilates “Wine Wednesday” group
endurance. All instructed using functional Pilates moves and
precise cueing to ensure you feel the results Pilates can give.
Session 1: Thurs: 6/9 – 7/21 (no class 7/7)
Session 2: Thurs: 7/28 – 9/1
$54 Residents/$64 Non-residents per 6 week session
YOGA
$90 Residents/$100 Non-residents for both Monday &
MORNING YOGA 9:30–10:30am
Start your day with a yoga flow tying your breath to movement
Thursday Pilates.
with traditional yoga postures. The focus will be on stretching
Register for twice a week and save!
and strengthening through a creative series of postures. Yoga
reduces stress, creates flexibility, and improves mental clarity.
PILATES X 2 This class is perfect for all levels.
Register for both Monday Session 1: Mon: 6/6 – 7/18 (no class 7/4)
“Pilates For Health” held at the Fenton Community Center Fri: 6/10 – 7/22 (no class 7/8)
AND Thursday “Pilates Barre” held at the Ellen Street Dance Session 2: Mon: 7/25 – 8/29
Room and experience the full benefit of these classes with Fri: 7/29 – 9/2
results only Pilates can give.
$54 Residents/$64 Non-residents per 6 week session
$90 Residents/$100 Non-residents $90 Residents/$100 Non-residents for both
Register for twice a week and save!
STABILITY BALL CONDITIONING SLOW FLOW YOGA 6:30–7:30pm
5:30–6:15pm Combine breathing with flowing postures with this slow
If you are confused how to use your fitness ball, then this class vinyasa style practice designed to bring balance. Kathy slows
is for you. The primary benefit and emphasis of exercising with things down to relax the nervous system while incorporating
the ball is developing core strength by focusing on the abdominal strength building poses to make you stronger both mentally
and back muscles. Each week you’ll learn, and practice exercises and physically. A perfect way to wind down after a long day.
designed to improve posture, flexibility, balance, rotation, and Session 1: Tues: 6/7 – 7/12 (no class 7/5)
stability. Thurs: 6/9 – 7/14
Session 1: Thurs: 6/2 – 6/16 Session 2: Tues: 7/26 – 8/30
Session 2: Thurs: 7/7 – 7/21 Thurs: 7/28 – 9/1
Session 2: Thurs: 8/4 – 8/18
$54 Residents/$64 Non-residents per 6 week session
$24 Residents/$34 Non-residents per 3 week session $90 Residents/$100 Non-residents for both.
Register for twice a week and save!
WWW.SLPR.NET | 810.714.2011 | SLPR SUMMER 2022 | 17MARTIAL ARTS Judo/Brazillian Ju Jitsu
$48 Discounted for residents
Children & Adult Family Karate $58 Regular fee for non-residents
$100 Discounted for residents Ages 8–Adult
$110 Regular fee for non-residents
Ages 5 to adult The Art of throwing and grappling. Great for athletic people,
helps develop self-defense skills in “close quarters.” The
Fenton Karate is a family orientated Martial Arts School. Here class will emphasize many more throws and takedowns than
you will learn the traditional art of Tang Soo Do; it is a karate- a standard MMA/Wrestling program. Great coordination,
based Korean Martial Art. The techniques of Tang Soo Do com- confidence, and physical strength are developed by regular Judo
bine elements of Shotokan karate, Soo Bak Do, Taekkyon, and practice
Kung Fu. We also train in Hapkido, a form of self-defense that
Tuesdays, 6:30–7:30pm
employs joint locks and throwing techniques. Children and Adult
July 19–August 23
Family Karate is for children ages 5 + as well as adults. Our pro-
Classes held at: World Martial Arts Academy
gram emphasizes on self-defense, physical fitness, conflict reso-
7007 Silver Lake Road, Linden 810-458-6363
lution, teamwork, and anti-bullying techniques with traditions of Instructed by Grand Master Dave Weatherly 9th Degree Black Belt
discipline and respect. Our goal is to enhance your confidence,
focus, self-control, and provide a fun way to exercise.
• Uniform is included for Children
• Parents train for FREE with a purchase of a uniform. Tai Chi
$48 Discounted for residents
Summer Session: June 13–August 30 $58 Regular fee for non-residents
Train once per week or come all three days! Adults only, 18 and up
Mondays....................... 5:00–5:45pm
In our Tai Chi class you will learn an ancient self improvement
Tuesdays..................11:00–11:45am method that is totally different from other sports or exercise
Thursdays.................11:00–11:45am classes. Tai Chi is a very popular Oriental Holistic fitness
program that has the added dimension of healing the mind
Fenton Karate, 1366 N. Leroy, Fenton MI, 810-750-9800
and body from within. The class focuses on proper breathing,
Instructed by Master Anthony Husted 6th Degree Black Belt &
increasing circulation, and developing internal energy (Ki
World Sparring Champion & Master Joshua Husted 5th Degree
Power) for improved overall health. You will learn graceful basic
Black Belt Black Belt
actions, which are actually “Low Impact” exercises in disguise!
When you are able to perform all of the basic actions as one
Hapkido continuous flowing motion, that is considered a Tai Chi FORM.
$48 Discounted for residents The goal is to be able to move smoothly through the FORM
$58 Regular fee for non-residents without the intervention of conscious thought. This is very
Ages 13–Adult relaxing for both the mind and body; and it is very beneficial
in relieving mental and physical stress. Students typically
Hapkido is an ancient Korean Martial Art that emphasizes the experience increased flexibility, less body and joint stiffness,
development of each person’s internal energy, or “ki”. Practice increased range of motion, and less pain. Body balance,
of the art strengthens both the mind and body, leading to coordination, and a more positive outlook on life are also
improvement in physical development and mental attitude. It reported by students as a result of Tai Chi practice.
combines the many punching and hand striking skills of boxing,
Kung Fu, and Karate, the takedowns and throws of Judo/JuJitsu, Wednesday, 10:00–10:45am
the fancy kicking techniques of Tae Kwon Do, and many unique July 20–August 24
joint locking and pressure point skills to make it the most Classes held at: World Martial Arts Academy
effective and complete form of Self Defense. 7007 Silver Lake Road, Linden 810-458-6363
Instructed by Grand Master Dave Weatherly 9th Degree Black Belt
Thursday, 6:30-7:30pm
July 21–August 25
Classes held at: World Martial Arts Academy
7007 Silver Lake Road, Linden 810-458-6363
Instructed by Grand Master Dave Weatherly 9th Degree Black Belt
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$48 Discounted for residents
$58 Regular fee for non-residents Self-Defense for Women
Ages 12 to adult
Enhance coordination, physical fitness level, and ability to $35 Discounted for residents
concentrate. The student will learn dynamic kicks and powerful $45 Regular fee for non-residents
hand striking techniques. The study of true martial arts is a
fun, disciplined way to develop the qualities of good character.
Can you defend yourself against a violent attack? Do you
Learn self-defense and how to break boards!
have the knowledge, skill and confidence to defend your
Ages 8-13 family?Learn simple, lifesaving skills from programs designed
Thursday, 5:30–6:15pm to increase your safety after only one class! Our hands-on
July 21–August 25 courses teach time-tested, realistic methods that are easy to
Ages 13-up learn and remember. Designed to be safe, this course instills
Mondays, 6:45–7:30pm confidence by building on success. You are coached according
July 18–August 22 to your own rate of progression. No previous training required.
Classes held at: World Martial Arts Academy NOTE: This class is open to students 12 years or older.
7007 Silver Lake Road, Linden 810-458-6363 Parents, serious topics are discussed openly but in a
Instructed by Grand Master Dave Weatherly 9th Degree Black Belt professional manor. Minors should be accompanied by a
participating adult when possible. Unpaid spectators are not
allowed. A release and hold harmless agreement must be
NUTRITION signed by a legal guardian at the beginning of class.
For more information please visit:
Find your P.E.P. www.livesafeacademy.com/selfdefense
with your Optimal Foods
Session 1: Wednesday, May 18, 6:30–8:30pm
$45 Discounted for residents Session 2: Monday, August 15, 6:30–8:30pm
$55 Regular fee for non-residents Fenton Community & Cultural Center
Ages 18+
Do you need more energy and want to feel better? It’s time to get Adult and Pediatric
your nutrition in check! First Aid/CPR/AED
$100 Discounted for residents
Food is the foundation for good health. Healthy eating is more than $110 Regular fee for non-residents
rice cakes and boiled chicken. Nor should you force yourself to eat
foods you hate because the perceived health of it. Healthy eating Be prepared when seconds count! You might save a life, but only
is deliciously nutritious with the foods that your body needs to form if you know how. Learn how to respond effectively to adult, child
fuel function optimally. and infant cardiac and choking emergencies, sudden illness,
bleeding and other life-threatening conditions from theamerican
You can reach and sustain your health body mind goals with the Red Cross programs that set the national standard. You will also
right for your body nutrition. Every body is unique and so are your learn how to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and
nutritional needs. Instead of trying to fit your life and needs into a your vital role in the chain of survival.
generalized diet/meal plan, create one that is centered around the Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED certification card will
most critical component, you. be issued upon successful completion of course requirements
(valid for two years). Please note that you must arrive on time
In this class you will learn the components to turning a diet into a to be certified.
lifestyle by creating your perfect eating plan (P.E.P.) with foods your
body needs to form fuel function optimally. Reach your health body Tuesday, May 24, 6:00–9:30pm
mind goals with the how, why and what to eat. Each student will Fenton Community & Cultural Center
receive accompanying workbooks to take home.
Session 1: Monday, June 27, 6:00–9:00pm
Session 2: Monday, July 25, 6:00–9:00pm
Session 3: Monday, August 22, 6:00–9:00pm
Classes held at the Fenton Community & Cultural Center
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Instructed by Registered Dietician, Lori Vandenboss
@SLPRparksrec
WWW.SLPR.NET | 810.714.2011 | SLPR SUMMER 2022 | 19One Day Class to Help Keep You Safe!
Safe on Campus
Ages 12 and older
$40 Discounted for residents, $45 Regular fee for non-residents
Statistically people are at greatest risk for assault Parents, serious topics are discussed openly but in a
twice in their life: when they are going to high school/ professional manner. Minors should be accompanied by a
college and when they are a senior citizen. But the participating adult when possible. Unpaid spectators are
most common assaults are easy to avoid IF you know not allowed. A release and hold harmless agreement must
how to recognize the warning signs and IF you know be signed by a legal guardian at the beginning of class.
what to do. Learn real world self-defense for everyday Students should wear loose fitting comfortable clothing and
people from an instructor who taught an accredited self- athletic footwear appropriate for physical activity and have
defense course at three college campuses to thousands adequate water to be safe and comfortable for two hours of
physical practice.
of college students over the course of 14 years. Simple
skills that are easy to learn and remember, and that
For more information please visit:
have a proven track record of saving lives.
www.livesafeacademy.com/safeoncampus
NOTE: This class is not just for students going to school.
The knowledge gained in this program is essential for Monday, August 22, 6:30–8:30pm
everyone and is open to all students 12 years or older Fenton Community & Cultural Center
(male and female).
LOOKING FOR
INSTRUCTORS!
Share your talents!
Phone: 810.714.2011
Email: Contact_us@slpr.net
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youth Programs
ART
Kids’ Experimental Quick Sketch Watercolors for
Painting Camp “On the Go” Kids (Ages 9 – 15)
$150 Discounted for residents, $50 Discounted for residents,
$170 Regular fee for non-residents $60 Regular fee for non-residents
$60 Material fee payable to instructor at first class, material
fees are non-refundable Quickly capture your glimpses of your world, life and travels with
Ages 7 and up loose lines and painterly colors with instructor Denise Willing
Booher quick sketch and paint system. This “go with the flow”
Let’s tap into the fresh, avant-garde, creativity of the young technique is perfect for painting anywhere including studies, jour-
artists in our midst! For your child’samusement here are some nals, and finished paintings. Learn to see like an interesting sub-
interesting examples of projects that we will explore: Tissue ject an artist’s eye in the moment and to compose and draw more
paper paintings on canvas, with an option to incorporating their organically with confidence. Inject captivating, mingling watercol-
Chinese bamboo brush painting on rice paper in the mix; Shoe ors into your sketch in just minutes. Denise will go over useful sug-
polish teddy bear paintings applied with cotton and brushes; gestions on packing watercolors to take along for any adventure.
Atomizer sprayer watercolor painting with negative space yarn For experienced, beginner, and intermediate students. Denise is
images. Other unique painting ideas will pop each day in our a working artist living in Fenton. She shows her work regionally,
‘What if..?’ of the afternoon exercise. A Gallery Show of your nationally, and internationally. Denise is the past President of the
child’s artwork will be extended to families on the last day of National Watercolor Society as well as a Signature member and
camp. Don’t miss this summer camp of fun! Limited spaces, the past President of the Michigan Watercolor Society.
so sign up soon. Please bring water bottle, snack, and wear
clothes that are not precious, messy camp alert! This class is proudly and graciously sponsored by the City
of Fenton and the Fenton Arts & Cultural Commission.
Monday–Friday, 1:30–4:00pm
August 8–August 12 Materials Needed: Small Watercolor paint travel set (example:
Fenton Community & Cultural Center Winsor & Newton Cotman Field Plus Watercolor Travel Set), #2
Taught by artist/instructor Pamela Palmer, pencil, kneaded eraser, small sketch book & watercolor paper
B.F.A. owner of The Artist’s Apprentice block 4 x 6 cold press.
artistsapprentice@gmail.com
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 9:30am–12:30pm
June 14, 15, 16
Fenton Community & Cultural Center
WWW.SLPR.NET | 810.714.2011 | SLPR SUMMER 2022 | 21BASEBALL
Ball Park Basics Jr. Hot Shots
$50 discounted for residents Basketball basics will cover dribbling, shooting, passing, defense,
$60 regular fee for non-residents and rebounding. Our instructor Jerry Davis has over 10 years’ ex-
perience coaching varsity basketball as well as many other years’
Boys and girls will learn the basic skills of tee ball in a experience coaching players at an introductory level.
comfortable, fun clinic setting. Age-appropriate skills will be
developed including throwing, catching, fielding, base running, Ages 4-6
and hitting. Please bring a glove and water bottle. The instructor $75 Discounted for residents,
has been coaching baseball and softball for over 20 years. If $85 Regular Fee for non-residents
you have any questions, please contact Coach Mike at 810- Mondays, 6:30–7:15pm
287-6031 or email him at michaelwilliamsfenton@gmail.com. Session 1: June 13, 20, 27, July 11 & 18 (No Class July 4th)
Session 2: July 25, August 1, 8, 15 & 22
Ages 4-6 Torrey Hill Intermediate School
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10:00–11:00am
June 21, 23, 28, and 30 Ages 7-12
AGS Field #1 $75 Discounted for residents,
$85 Regular Fee for non-residents
Mondays, 7:30–8:30pm
BASKETBALL Session 1: June 13, 20, 27, July 11 & 18 (No Class July 4th)
Session 2: July 25, August 1, 8, 15 & 22
Intermediate Basketball Skills Torrey Hill Intermediate School
Class with Coach Jerry Davis
$99 discounted for residents
$109 regular fee for non-residents
For those who are ready to take the next step in their basketball
development, this class is being introduced for players who are
9 to 12 years old and have gone through the second Hot Shots
class with Coach Jerry. In this class, time will be divided into
50% skills development (shooting and dribbling) and 50% half-
court 3-on-3 scrimmages. Please bring a water bottle.
Wednesday, 6:30–8:00pm
June 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29
Lake Fenton Middle School Gym
BIRTHDAY PARTIES DANCE Birthday Party
Gymnastics Birthday Parties Throw a dance party for your child’s special day! Your child
Celebrate your child’s special day with a party at the gym. Your can choose to have one of the following types of dance parties
1.5 hours of party time will include gym time with our party to make their party unique— ballet, tap, jazz/pom, or hip-hop.
coach and time in our party room for your celebration. Each party is 1.5 hours long and will include 40 minutes of
• Cost $150.00 dance instruction. The remaining party is devoted to your food/
• Max. 10 guests. Additional guest $5.00 each cake/presents etc.
• Parents provide supplies. • Cost $150
• Max. 10 guests. Additional guest $5.00 each
Email Nancy Holden (nholden@slpr.net) or • Parents provide supplies.
call the Gym Stars gym to schedule your Party
(810-591-8198) Gym Stars Gymnastics is located at To schedule your party,
Hyatt Elementary school 325 Stan Eaton Drive Linden please call 810.714.2011 or
48451. email karchmbeau@slpr.net.
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SUMMER DANCE CAMPS
SLPR Dance Studio is located within the LFMS at 11425 Torrey Rd., Fenton
All classes held at the SLPR Dance Studio located at 404 Ellen Street, Fenton MI 48430.
Please wait outside at the Main Office entrance and a Dance Staff Member will let your child in.
Dance Classes are a great way to stay active
this summer! Each class will learn something
new and fun. Questions? Please email Kristen
at karchambeau@slpr.net. We look forward to
seeing your dancer at the studio!
Learn All About Dance – Ages 3 to 5 Royal Ballet for Princesses & Princes!
$30 residents, $40 non-residents $18 residents, $28 non-residents
Ages 3 to 7
Dance with us while we work on fun dance moves! We will Dress in your royal attire and be ready to twirl, swirl, curtsy
learn about dance through interactive play and games. We and MORE! Dancers will work on beginner ballet steps
will be exploring ballet, pom, and tap. Please wear socks or while channeling their inner royal side! Please wear socks
ballet shoes. Please wear comfortable clothing that you can or ballet shoes.
move in, or dance attire. Bring a labeled water bottle. Wednesday, July 13, 5:45–6:30pm
Monday & Tuesday, June 20 & June 21
5:15–6:15pm
Hip Hop Dance Party!
$18 residents, $28 non-residents
Learn All About Dance – Ages 5-12 Ages 5+
$30 residents/$40 non-residents Dance to upbeat music and have fun learning hip hop
combinations! Please bring a water bottle and wear clean
We will be having our own Summer Dance Party at the tennis shoes – we work up a sweat at this class!
studio! Dancers will explore ballet, tap, lyrical and hip hop Wednesday, July 13, 6:30–7:15pm
while working on a variety of dance skills. Please wear
comfortable clothing/dance attire. Please bring ballet
shoes or socks and a pair of clean tennis shoes. Please Animal Dance Jam!
send a labeled water bottle. $18 residents, $28 non-residents
Monday & Tuesday, June 20 & June 21 Ages 3 to 7
6:15–7:30pm Have fun dancing to songs about lions and tigers and
crocodiles…and more! Dancers will channel their inner wild
side through dance. Please wear ballet shoes or socks/
July Summer Dance Session tennis shoes.
Residents, $ 55 Non- Residents, $65 Tuesday, August 2, 5:00–5:45pm
Join us for 4 classes of summer dance fun during the
month of July! Dancers will have fun learning a variety of
dance styles such as ballet, tap and hip hop. Dancers Super Hero Hip Hop
should wear ballet shoes and bring clean tennis shoes. $18 residents, $28 non-residents
Thursday, July 7 & Tuesdays, July 12, 19, 26 Ages 4 to 8
Ages 3 to 6: 6:00–6:45pm Whether you dress in full superhero attire or simply wear
Ages 7 to 12: 6:45–7:30pm your favorite super hero shirt, we’ll be jamming to great hip
hop songs and dancing our hero-hearts out! Please wear
clean tennis shoes and bring a water bottle.
Beach Pom-Pom Dance Party! Tuesday, August 2, 5:45–6:30pm
$18 residents, $28 non-residents
Ages 4 to 9
Learn fun pom routines while moving and grooving this FIND US ON TWITTER
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summer! Also work on a variety of different jumps. Please
wear tennis shoes and please send a water bottle.
Wednesday, July 13, 5:00–5:45pm
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SUMMER DANCE CAMPS
Kicks, Turns and Leaps!
$16 residents, $26 non-residents
Ages 8+
DANCE
Learn and perfect dance skills such as: leaps, turns,
Birthday Party
and kicks. Learn stretches to improve your flexibility Throw a dance party for your
and balance. Great fun for beginner dancers as well as
dancers looking to improve their skills! Please bring socks child's special day!
or ballet shoes and a labeled water bottle.
Your child can choose to have one of the following
Tuesday, August 2, 6:30–7:15pm
types of dance parties to make their party unique—
ballet, tap, jazz/pom, or hip-hop. Each party is 1.5
Try-it Ballet and Tap
$15 residents, $25 non-residents hours long and will include 40 minutes of dance in-
Try both tap and ballet in one class! Learn graceful ballet struction. The remaining party is devoted to your food,
steps and toe-tapping fun steps - sure to keep your little cake, presents, etc.
one smiling! Please bring ballet shoes/socks and tap
shoes. Please send a water bottle. Food, cake, party favors, decorations, etc. are
Ages 3 to 6
supplied by the parents.
Tuesday, August 16, 5:00–5:45pm
$135 for 10 guests, $5 extra per person
Try-It Dance Ages 5+ over original 10 guests
$20 residents, $25 non-residents
Please call SLPR at 810.714.2011 or email
Try a variety of dance styles to sample them all before the karchmbeau@slpr.net or more information or to
fall dance season begins! We will be sampling: ballet, tap, schedule your party.
hip-hop, pom, kickline and lyrical styles of dance. Please
send a water bottle. Dancers should bring ballet shoes/
socks, tap shoes if they have them, and tennis shoes.
Ages 5+
Tuesday, August 16, 5:45–6:45pm
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DRIVER’S EDUCATION
It’s time to learn to drive! Being ready for Drivers Education might be scary
but ease your nerves and enroll through Southern Lakes Parks & Recreation.
We take great pride in knowing we have some of the mostamAZING teachers
who work with this program.
**Please note these are accelerated sessions, and it is anticipated that all
drives will finish within one week of the end of the course. Drives for May 4th
session should finish within two weeks of course end.
Driver’s Education Segment 1 REGISTRATION/PAYMENT: Registration and payments
All Registrations are done online at this time. must be done online at www.slpr.net. As a reminder,
Cost: $340 class size is limited, and spots do fill fast. We recommend
Ages: 14 years & 8 month and up by first day of class registration early online to ensure your spot in a class. Due
to limited class sizes and high demand no refunds will be
SEGMENT 1 issued after the first day of class.
AGS room A101, 9:00–11:00am
8/1 - 8/5, 8/9 - 8/12, 8/15 - 8/17 *ALL STUDENTS MUST SUBMIT THE 2022 CONTRACT
Max enrollment: 26 SEGMENT 1 AS WELL AS A PAPER COPY OF THEIR BIRTH
CERTIFICATE. Please bring the student contract and birth
SEGMENT 1 certificate to class on the first day.
FHS room 10-105, 2:45–4:45pm
8/29 - 8/31, 9/6 - 9/8, 9/19 - 9/21, 9/26 - 9/28 *****PLEASE SEE FULL TERMS AND REQUIREMENTS
Max enrollment: 26 ON THE REGISTRATION FORM LOCATED IN THE AREAS
DESCRIBED ABOVE******
QUALIFICATIONS: To enroll, students must be at least 14
years 8 months of age on the first day of class. DRIVERS TRAINING REGISTRATION FORMS
To register for Driver’s Training, you can register online
TO COMPLETE SEGMENT 1: Students must pass both the but also, need to completely fill out Drivers Education
written state test and the driving portion of the course. paperwork which can be found on the SLPR website. Also,
Students are allowed to re-test twice and may re-take the please bring a copy of the child’s birth certificate to the
course once without paying again if they do not pass. first day of class.
Driver’s Education Segment 2 TO COMPLETE THE COURSE: Students must pass the
Cost $50 written state test. Students are allowed to re-test twice and
may retake the course once without paying again if they do
FHS room 10-105, 2:45 - 4:45 p.m. not pass.
9/12 - 9/14
Max enrollment: 36 REGISTRATION/PAYMENT: Registration and payments can
be done online at www.slpr.net. Class size is limited. To
QUALIFICATIONS: To enroll, students must present a ensure your spot in class, online registration is required.
driving log of at least 30 hours of supervised driving Please bring a copy of the completed Segment 2 Contract
(including 2 hours at night) with your parent, guardian, or to the first class
designated adult. You must have held your Level 1 License
(permit) for at least 3 consecutive months (a minimum of
90 days from the date indicated on the permit).
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