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THE CITIES OF ARROYO GRANDE,
GROVER BEACH,
AND PISMO BEACH
ACTIVITY GUIDE FALL 2021
Pumpkins in the Park in Let’s Rollersk8 New Playground at 16th
Pismo Beach in Arroyo Grande St. Park in Grover Beach
Halloween Carnival & Community Skate Day 9/4 Yoga with Lindsay
Maze in Arroyo Grande Hero Park in Grover Beach in Pismo Beach
Fall 2021 www.arroyogrande.org (805) 473-5474
CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE
CITY COUNCIL CITY PARKS & FACILITIES
CAREN RAY RUSSOM - MAYOR Reserve online at
JIMMY PAULDING - MAYOR PRO TEM www.arroyogrande.org/catalog
KRISTEN BARNEICH - COUNCIL MEMBER ** Restrictions may apply due to COVID Guidelines **
KEITH STORTON - COUNCIL MEMBER RECREATION SERVICES DEPARTMENT OFFICE AND
LAN GEORGE - COUNCIL MEMBER
MARK M. MILLIS COMMUNITY CENTER -
1221 Ash Street. Register here for classes, pick up schedules
City Council meetings are held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of each for activities, and reserve parks, facilities and sports fields.
month at 6:00 pm. Visit www.arroyogrande.org for instructions on This building is available for rent on weekends and after
how to join. 6 pm on weekdays.
THE CITY OF ARROYO GRANDE WOMAN’S CLUB
STAFF CONTACTS AND COMMUNITY CENTER - 211 Vernon Street. Provides
meeting space for various recreation classes, service clubs,
SHERIDAN BOHLKEN (805) 473-5478
Recreation Services Director sbohlken@arroyogrande.org
and groups. The facility is available for rent for special events
and seats up to 225 people. It features a renovated kitchen,
CARRIE VAN BEVEREN (805) 473-5472 audio/visual system, stage, and a covered outdoor BBQ area.
Recreation Supervisor cvanbeveren@arroyogrande.org
Children In Motion and Play & Learn Preschool Programs THE SOTO SPORTS COMPLEX - 1275 Ash Street. The complex
offers 4 lighted tennis courts, 4 lighted Pickleball courts, 2 Little
LINDSEY OVERSTREET (805) 473-5476 League fields, 1 lighted Babe Ruth field, and 4 lighted softball
Recreation Coordinator loverstreet@arroyogrande.org fields. The fields are converted for soccer and football use.
Adult and Youth Sports, Soto Sports Complex and Special Events
STROTHER PARK - 1150 Huasna Road. Group BBQ areas,
KELLY REYNOLDS (805) 473-5473 children’s playground, basketball court, baseball diamond,
Volunteer & Program Coordinator kmreynolds@arroyogrande.org horseshoe pits, and four hole disc golf course.
Volunteer Program and Contract Classes
ELM STREET PARK - 1221 Ash Street. Covered group BBQ
APRIL CROSS (805) 473-5477 area and children’s playground.
Administrative Secretary across@arroyogrande.org
Facility Reservations and Program Registration RANCHO GRANDE PARK - 500 James Way. Group BBQ
areas, children’s playground, basketball courts, horseshoe
pits, and sand volleyball.
DESERAIYE RAMIREZ (805) 473-5477
Administrative Assistant dramirez@arroyogrande.org HERITAGE SQUARE PARK & ROTARY BANDSTAND-
Facility Reservations and Program Registration 205 Nelson Street. Small BBQ area, small children’s
playground. May be rented for special events.
KINGO PARK - 1501 Huckleberry Avenue.
TERRA DE ORO PARK - 311 Oro Drive.
CENTENNIAL PARK AND GAZEBO - Olohan Alley and
Short Street in the Arroyo Grande Village.
COMMUNITY GARDEN - 1221 Ash Street - Garden plots
available, call (805) 473-5474 for information.
ELM STREET DOG PARK - 1221 Ash Street. Open from 8 am
until dusk every day. Separate areas for small and large dogs.
JAMES WAY OAK HABITAT AND WILDLIFE PRESERVE –
601-699 James Way. Equestrian, biking, and jogging/walking
Photos courtesy of Glenn Fuss trails for use.
City of Arroyo Grande Recreation Services
COMMUNITY PROGRAMS
ARROYO GRANDE IN BLOOM is a non-profit volunteer organization dedicated to the beautification of Arroyo Grande.
The group plants flowers and trees, removes litter and brush, maintains natural resources and so much more. Arroyo Grande
In Bloom can be reached at info@arroyograndeinbloom.org, (805) 473-2250, or P.O. Box 1526, Arroyo Grande, CA 93421.
CENTRAL COAST SENIOR CENTER Located at 1580 Railroad St. Oceano, 93445. For more information, call (805) 481-7886.
FIVE CITIES TENNIS ASSOCIATION Become a member of a socially and physically invigorating tennis-playing group.
FCTA offers tennis on the Central Coast for only a $25 annual membership fee. For more information, e-mail
fivecitiestennis@charter.net, or visit www.fivecitiestennis.com.
HARVEST BAG - PROGRAM OF THE FOOD BANK COALITION A network of community partners work to alleviate
hunger in San Luis Obispo County and build a healthier community. Nutritious, free food is distributed directly to people
at our Neighborhood Food Distributions located at Soto Field Parking Lot, Wednesdays, 8 - 9 am. www.slofoodbank.org.
LANDMARK TREE PROGRAM The City of Arroyo Grande’s Landmark Tree Program allows residents to recommend
notable horticultural specimens and trees on their property that add cultural or historical value to our community. Please
contact the Public Works Department at (805) 473-5485 for more information.
SENIOR TRANSPORTATION Ride-On is designed to pick up senior and disabled passengers at their homes and deliver
them to their destinations. For more information, please call (805) 541-8747 or visit www.ride-on.org.
THE SOUTH COUNTY SENIORS The South County Seniors meet at the City of Arroyo Grande and Woman’s Club
Community Center, 211 Vernon Street, each Tuesday, 11:00 am – 2:00 pm. (Schedules may vary due to COVID-19)
South County Senior Members have access to: SENIOR RECREATIONAL POOL PLAYING AND INSTRUCTION
Members meet in the Jaycee Room at the Soto Sports Complex on Ash Street. Membership with the South County Seniors
is required. For more information and hours or to sign up, call Andra Sejera at (805) 714-3763.
TREE GUILD OF ARROYO GRANDE was founded to help maintain and improve the volume and quality of the City’s trees
through education and outreach. For more information, go to www.treeguild.org or contact Kristen Barneich, Founder, at
kristen@treeguild.org.
VOLUNTEER
Share your community pride, talent, and time.
Volunteer with the City of Arroyo Grande!
Many opportunities available including community service hours for teens and adults.
www.arroyogrande.org (805) 473-5473
Fall 2021 www.arroyogrande.org (805) 473-5474
CHILDREN IN MOTION CHILD CARE, PRESCHOOL & KIT
PLAY AND LEARN PRESCHOOL &
KINDERGARTENERS IN TRAINING (KIT)
We offer a safe, nurturing, and positive preschool environment
for 3-5 year old potty-trained children to explore, play and learn.
Through individual and group activities, children will develop
skills in socialization, music, art and language. Fun weekly
themed lessons include calendar and weather activities, letter
and number recognition, crafts, and opportunities to enhance
small and large motor skills.
The Kindergarteners In Training Program is for children
4 ½ to 5 years old (5 by April 1st, 2022) who may have missed
kindergarten enrollment due to age, or just want another year
to prepare for kindergarten. This program offers the same
CHILDREN IN MOTION activities as our preschool program, and has an emphasis on
THANKSGIVING BREAK DAY CAMP kindergarten readiness and skills needed to enter kindergarten
The City of Arroyo Grande is offering a fun holiday themed successfully. Registration is open.
Thanksgiving Camp. Children will participate in a variety of
fun activities including group games, sports, crafts, outdoor Play & Learn Preschool:
play and enjoy a Thanksgiving Feast on Wednesday. Days: Option 1: Monday, Wednesday & Friday AM
Morning and Afternoon Snacks will be provided, children Option 2: Tuesday & Thursday AM
should pack a lunch on Monday and Tuesday.
Option 3: Tuesday & Thursday PM
Dates: August 23, 2021 - May 28, 2022
Days: Monday - Wednesday, Nov. 22 -24, 2021
Time: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm Times: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm OR
Fee: $129 per week 12:30 - 3:30 pm
$25 Annual Registration
Locations: TBD Kindergarteners in Training
Days: Monday, Wednesday & Friday afternoons
12:30 - 3:30 pm
CHILDREN IN MOTION BEFORE AND Cost: MWF classes: $216 per 4 week session
AFTER SCHOOL CHILD CARE TTH classes: $144 per 4 week session
The City of Arroyo Grande offers State Licensed Child Care $25 Annual Registration
at Ocean View and Branch Elementary schools. Children in Location: Mark M. Millis Community Center
Kindergarten through 6th grade are welcome to participate. 1221 Ash Street, Arroyo Grande
We offer a variety of activities including: sports, indoor
and outdoor play, group games, crafts, snack and more. A
homework club is also offered. Enrollment is subject to closure
once maximum capacity is reached. Registration is open.
Days: Monday - Friday
Date: August 19, 2021 - June 10, 2022
Time: 7:00 am to when school starts
and after school until 6:00 pm
Fee: $25 Annual Registration
Visit arroyogrande.org/catalog for pricing
format (per days/times)
Locations: Ocean View Elementary School
1208 Linda Drive, Arroyo Grande AND
Branch Elementary School
970 School Road, Arroyo Grande
City of Arroyo Grande Recreation Services
YOUTH ENRICHMENT CLASSES & CAMPS
ART FOR KIDS with Peggy Valko
This mixed media class is designed to promote hand/eye
coordination, build self-confidence, and increase problem
solving abilities. Media includes markers, graphite,
watercolors, pastels, colored pencils and crayons. The class
will focus on line, color, texture, composition and value.
Subject matter will include animals, people, landscapes,
abstract and still life. All materials are included! This class is
on-going and students may start on any Wednesday.
BRIDGES & BUILDING by Minds in Motion Days: Wednesdays
Have you ever been across a bridge and wondered how it Dates: September 1, 2021 - May 25, 2022
was built? Get ready to get your mind in motion as you work Ages/Time: 5 - 7 years: 3:15 - 4:15 pm
with and take home your very own Structures Set! Learn all 8 & Up: 4:30 - 5:45 pm
about buildings and bridges and how they literally support Fee: $15 per class*
our lives! Experiment with different types of bridges and $52/4 classes; $142/12 classes
find out how their architectural design sustains massive *4 & 12 class punch cards available
weight support. With your kit, you can build up to nine Location: Peggy’s Art Studio
working models such as a house, pyramid, and various types 809 E. Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande
of bridges: beam, arch, truss, cable-stayed and suspension.
Come bring out the architect side of you as you enter the
fascinating world of bridges and buildings and explore the
magic of STEM!
Dates: Monday - Wednesday; Nov. 22 - 24, 2021
Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Ages: 7 - 12 years
Fee: $170
Location: Mark M. Millis Community Center
1221 Ash Street, Arroyo Grande
LUNCH HOUR SUPERVISION AVAILABLE
between these camps for only $5 a day! Now is a great time
OUTER SPACE & PHYSICS FUN by Minds in
Motion!
to sharpen your
Come join an exciting world of space exploration as you build
your very own solar system and get to take home the kit! You
student’s mind.
will paint and create your own planets and learn all about our
planetary neighborhood with your solar system model. Take
part in other exciting activities involving physics, air pressure, TUTORING AND ENRICHMENT
and density. Take home your own reaction rocket and watch
it shoot up into the air! Be mesmerized as you build and FOR ALL GRADE LEVELS
take home your own Dip-er-Do Stunt Plane and learn about
the four major forces of flight. Watch as an egg is magically
sucked into a bottle, behold a tornado being created, and
much much more in this fun and exciting program!
Dates: Monday - Wednesday; Nov. 22 - 24, 2021
Time: 1:00 - 4:00 pm
WWW.CROSSROADSLEARNING.COM
Ages: 7 - 12 years
Fee: $170
1303 GRAND AVE., SUITE 233
Location: Mark M. Millis Community Center ARROYO GRANDE 805-489-1325
1221 Ash Street, Arroyo Grande
Fall 2021 www.arroyogrande.org (805) 473-5474
City of Arroyo Grande Recreation Services
YOUTH SPORTS CAMPS & CLASSES
YOUTH EVOLUTION BASKETBALL CLASS YOUTH EVOLUTION THANKSGIVING
Since 2016, Youth Evolution Basketball has served the BASKETBALL CAMP
community with one goal: to bring alive the sport of Join Youth Evolution Basketball for this fun 3-day camp
basketball. With a wide variety of skills and techniques, during the school break.
children are able to explore the sport of basketball through
fun and creative activities the program has to offer. What is Days: Monday - Wednesday
uur motto? Play, Learn, Grow! Sportsmanship is our number Dates: November 22 - 24, 2021
one priority, and we want to make sure every child is part of Fees: $100 (includes free jersey)
the team. We hope to see you on the courts!
Times: Level 2 AM: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Days: Thursdays Level 2 PM: 12:30 - 3:30 pm
Session 1: September 2 - 30, 2021 Ages: 5 - 7 years
Session 2: October 21 - November 18, 2021 Location: Strother Park
Fees: $100 (includes free jersey) 1150 Huasna Road, Arroyo Grande
Location: Level 1 & 3: Rancho Grande Park
500 James Way, Arroyo Grande Times: Level 3 AM: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Level 3 PM: 12:30 - 3:30 pm
Level 2: Strother Park Ages: 8 - 11 years
1150 Huasna Road, Arroyo Grande Location: Rancho Grande Park
500 James Way, Arroyo Grande
Level 1 (Ages 3.5 - 5)
Session 1: 3:05 - 3:40 pm
Session 2: 3:00 - 3:30 pm
Learn fundamental movement skills and build overall Arroyo Grande’s 83rd Harvest
Festival & Parade
motor skills. This course is designed for children to learn the
fundamental concepts of basketball. The program focuses
on technique through the use of activities that subsequently
help build on each other, helping the children to gradually
increase their ability to do the basic skill to help them play
Friday & Saturday, September 24 - 25, 2021
the sport of basketball.
Level 2 (Ages 5 - 7)
Session 1: 3:45 - 4:30 pm
Session 1: 5:40 - 6:25 pm
Session 2: 3:35 - 4:20 pm
This course will focus on dribbling, passing, shot technique,
and team work. Adjustable hoops and appropriately sized
basketballs are used to always provide just the right amount
of challenge. Children will soon explore the sport of basketball
with a variety of activities and games the program has in play.
Level 3 (Ages 8 - 12) Small town love and community
Session 1: 4:35 - 5:30 pm
Session 2: 4:20 - 5:10 pm
support! Fun for all ages!
This level course is aimed to improve large motor skills, • FREE Live Entertainment • Local Food
spatial awareness and teamwork. The instructor will focus
on agility, drills become more challenging, and we teach • Games for the kids • Movie Night
children how to perform under pressure of the clock and their
opponents. Drills are focused on more complex activities that • Vendors • Scarecrow Contest • Parade
include fast breaks, coordinated offensive plays, and multiple and much more!
defensive structures. Your child will now learn explosive
plays, improve their footwork and develop their range and
accuracy of shooting. www.agharvestfestival.com
Fall 2021 www.arroyogrande.org (805) 473-5474
New Dance and
Theater Studio in
Grover Beach!
www.flexperformingarts.com
flexperformingarts@gmail.com
1590 West Grand Avenue, Grover Beach
Please join us in our newly
remodeled facility where we
Pricing Per Month
proudly offer
$65 for one class
$124 for two classes
• Preschool Dance $177 for three classes
• Acting $200 for four classes
$23 for each additional class
• Musical Theater
• Jazz There is an annual enrollment
• Tap fee of $49
For more information about our studio, scan QR
• Ballet
code:
• Contemporary For more information scan below
• Hip Hop
• Modern
• Conditioning
• Yoga
• Adult Classes
• And more!
How to scan QR code on iPhone or Android:
1. Open Camera app on phone
Visit FLEX online for more information at www.flexperformingarts.com
2. Then point your iPhone at the QR code to scan it. ~You don’t have to fill the entire screen, but make
sure that all four corners of the QR code are in view. One you correctly scan the QR code, a pop-up
When enrolling please select AG Rec Booklet when filling out
notification will appear on top of your screen.
3. Finally, tap the pop-up notification at the top of your screen. This will run the action contained in the
“how did you hear about us.”
QR code, such as sending you to a website or opening the App Store.
*Note: If you do not see a notification pop up, make sure that you have the Scan QR Codes feature
enabled. You can do this by going to Settings > Camera and tapping the slider next to Scan QR Codes.
Flex your muscles, point your toes
You will know it is turned on when it is green
Or visit our website:
City of Arroyo Grande Recreation Services
www.flexperformingarts.com
YOUTH SPORTS CLASSES
LET’S ROLLERSK8: Beginner & Intermediate
Beginner: Participants will practice and play while learning
the basics of skating with safety in mind. Coach Dottie
aims to help you build confidence while rolling at any
age. Emphasizing proper technique of falls, stops, turning,
backwards skate, cross over and footwork- you will learn
YOGA FOR KIDS with Kid Island everything you need to know to roll safely and confidently.
Join us each Wednesday for fitness and fun as we move,
bend, balance, breathe, and play! Each class will be based on Intermediate: Skaters in the intermediate class will learn
a theme and we will learn and practice yoga poses, challenge more about stops, transitions, backwards skating, crossovers,
ourselves with obstacle courses, play yoga games, read or speed skate, edging and jumping while dancing it out to roller
create imaginative stories as a group, and practice mindful rink inspired music. Skaters should feel comfortable already
meditation to wind down. We aim to create a safe space for performing turns, stops and falls before registering.
all kids to express themselves while we use fitness and fun
to promote positivity, boost self confidence, increase physical Blades or Quad skates okay. PARENTS: Sign up and skate
and mental strength, and encourage kindness towards with your kiddo! *Participants must provide their own skates
ourselves and others. and wear a helmet, elbow/wrist/knee pads during any skate
school lesson.
Days/Times: Wednesdays; 3:45 - 4:30 pm
Session 1: September 15 - October 6, 2021 Days/Times: Wednesdays; 4:00 - 5:00 pm
Session 2: October 20 - November 10, 2021 Session 1: September 1 - 22, 2021
Session 3: November 24 - December 15, 2021 Session 2: October 6 - 27, 2021
Ages: 5 - 11 years Ages: 8 years old - Adult
Fees: $60 Fees: $60
Location: Strother Park Location: Rancho Grande Park
1150 Huasna Road, Arroyo Grande 500 James Way, Arroyo Grande
Turkey Trot Fun Run
Fun run event for kids!
Sunday, November 14, 2021
Registration: Check-in begins at 1:00 pm
Races begin at 2:00 pm
Grades: Preschool - 8th Grade
Fee: $5.00 per participant
Location: Arroyo Grande High School Track
495 Valley Road, Arroyo Grande
Divisions: Girls and boys run the same
distance and compete separately
Pre-register at www.arroyogrande.org/catalog
Awards: 1st place: one frozen turkey; 2nd place: one
frozen chicken; 3rd place : one frozen game hen Co-Sponsored by the Arroyo Grande Lions Club
Fall 2021 www.arroyogrande.org (805) 473-5474
YOUTH SPORTS CAMPS & CLASSES
YOUTH EVOLUTION SOCCER CLASS Level 3 (Ages 7 - 11)
All the fun starts at Youth Evolution Soccer. Following a Session 1: 4:30 - 5:20 pm
fun and interactive curriculum, the soccer players will soon Session 2: 4:30 - 5:20 pm
explore the sport of soccer through fun activities and sports The Level 3 course is aimed to improve large motor skills,
training. By following our motto; Play, Learn, Grow, children spatial awareness, and teamwork. The instructor will focus
will soon be able to play the sport of soccer with teamwork, on agility and drills become a bit more advanced to teach
encouragement, and expressing commitment. They will learn children how to perform under pressure. Drills are focused
the sport of soccer by learning and building on their skills. on more complex activities that include fast breaks and
multiple defensive structures. Your child will learn explosive
Days: Mondays plays, improve their footwork, and develop their range and
Session 1: August 30 - October 4 (no class Sept. 6) accuracy of shooting.
Session 2: October 18 - November 15, 2021
Fees: $98 (includes jersey) Level 4 (Ages 12 - 13)
Location: Elm Street Park Session 1: 4:30 - 5:20 pm
1221 Ash Street, Arroyo Grande Session 2: 4:30 - 5:20 pm
In this Level 4 course, soccer players will focus on making
the most of the moment of transition in counter attacks, being
compact in defense, preventing forward play and penetrating
lines. Small-sided games and interactive activities will help
to teach offense and defend attack principles, all in a safe and
fun environment.
Baby Kickers Parent & Me (Ages 2 - 3.5)
Session 1: 5:30 - 6:00 pm
With your participation and encouragement, your baby kicker
will learn the fundamental steps necessary to understand the
sport of soccer. With instructor guidance, movement skills
are developed using engaging games and activities with
appropriately sized soccer goals, providing an unforgettable
experience like no other.
Level 1 (Ages 3.5 - 5)
Session 1: 6:05 - 6:40 pm
Session 2: 3:00 - 3:35 pm
Learn fundamental movement skills and build overall
motor skills. This course is designed for children to learn the
fundamentals of soccer. The program focuses on technique
using activities that subsequently help build on each other,
YOUTH EVOLUTION SATURDAY “POWER”
helping the children to gradually increase their ability to learn CLASS
basic soccer skills by also helping to establish a fun, nurturing Get in your extra practice and training with Youth Evolution’s
atmosphere for the children. Saturday Power Class. This class will help you get in that
extra practice and training while still working on learning
new skills and improving technique.
Level 2 (Ages 5 - 7)
Session 1: 3:40 - 4:25 pm
Days: Saturdays
Session 2: 3:40 - 4:25 pm
Dates: October 23 - November 20, 2021
This course will focus on dribbling, passing, shot technique
Fees: $89 (includes jersey)
and teamwork. Children will be introduced to fitness and
Location: Rancho Grande Park
sportsmanship, providing an opportunity for children to
500 James Way, Arroyo Grande
be challenged through fun games and team interaction.
Times: Baby Kickers: 9:00 - 9:30 am
Following our motto; Play, Learn, and Grow, children will
Level 1: 9:40 - 10:15 am
now be introduced to a variety skill that will improve their
Level 2: 10:20 - 11:05 am
overall motor skills to play the sport of soccer.
Level 3: 11:10 - 11:55 am
City of Arroyo Grande Recreation ServicesADULT CLASSES
GREAT FAMILY DOG CLASS
This class teaches everything you and your dog need to know to
have a great relationship. Humans will learn to teach the dogs
important skills from sit-stay to advanced obedience and dogs
will learn to listen to their humans. Instructor Irina Beatty is a
Certified Professional Dog Trainer. She uses positive reinforcement
to make it fun for both human and canine students. Irina’s goal
is to help people and dogs to build a strong bond and enjoy their
time together.
SERGER SEWING & EMBROIDERY MACHINE
Days/Time: Saturdays; 9:00 - 10:00 am
Session 2: October 9 - November 13, 2021 BASICS
Fee: $150 per session Learn to use your Serger for much more than just finishing
Location: Strother Park BBQ Area seams. Learn to make tension adjustments for the different
1150 Huasna Road, Arroyo Grande stitches as well as when using decorative threads. Computerized
embroidery machines have amazing capabilities and learn the
tips and tricks to successful embroidery.
Days/Time: Tuesdays, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Session 1: September 7 - October 12, 2021
Session 2: October 26 - December 7, 2021
Fee: $55 per session
Location: Grace Bible Church
100 Rodeo Drive, Arroyo Grande
AGILITY HAPPY HOUR DOG SCHOOL OF GOOD MANNERS
Do you think your dog might do well on agility course but don’t
Does your dog need a little help learning to come when called,
want to commit to the 4-week course? Come and test it out during
to not pull on the leash and greet people politely? This short
our happy hour. Instructor Irina Beatty will help your dog to get
(4 sessions) class with teach your furry friend these important
over jumps, through tunnels, tires, weave poles, etc. Even if you
skills. It will also give you better understanding of your dog’s
or your dog are not athletic, this class is guaranteed fun. Instructor
motivation and needs and will make you a better team. Instructor
Irina Beatty is a certified professional dog trainer.
Irina Beatty is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer. She uses
positive reinforcement and tries to make it fun for all. Irina’s goal
Days/Time: Saturday,9:00 -10:00 am
is to help people and dogs to build a strong bond and enjoy their
Session 1 August 21, 2021
time together.
Session 2: October 2, 2021
Session 3: November 13, 2021
Days/Time: Saturdays, 9:00 - 10:00 am
Session 4: December 18, 2021
Session 1: September 4 - 25, 2021
Each session also offers a 10:15 - 11:15 am.
Fee: $99 per session
Fee: $35 per class
Location: Strother Park
Location: Elm Street Park, near the Dog Park
1150 Huasna Road, Arroyo Grande
1121 Ash Street, Arroyo Grande
RELIABLE RECALL 1-DAY WORKSHOPS
DROP THE LEASH 1-DAY WORKSHOPS Having your dog come to you when called is one of the most
Does your dog pull on the leash? Does your furry friend lead important elements in dog ownership. A dog should come to you
you instead of the other way around? This 1-day workshop will no matter what is distracting them, including other dogs - even
give you the skills you need to be the leader of your pack on at a dog park! This one-day workshop will help you master this
your next walk. important skill! Instructor Irina Beatty is a Certified Professional
Dog Trainer.
Days/Time: Saturday, 10:15 - 11:45 am
Session 1: September 4, 2021 Days/Time: Saturday, 10:15 - 11:45 am
Session 2: October 16, 2021 Session 1: September 18, 2021
Fee: $45 per class Session 2: November 6, 2021
Location: Strother Park BBQ Area Fee: $45 per class
1150 Huasna Road, Arroyo Grande Location: Strother Park
1150 Huasna Road, Arroyo Grande
Fall 2021 www.arroyogrande.org (805) 473-5474ADULT CLASSES
BRIDGE BASICS CLASS NEEDLE ARTS: NEW MOON SCARF
Here’s your chance to continue learning about Bridge, the ace, This crescent shaped scarf is knitted with 2 yarns; a gradient
king, and queen of card games. Bridge will help you improve or self-striping and a solid color. Several knitting techniques
your mental fitness, sharpen your memory and critical thinking will be learned or refreshed, including short rows, 2 color
skills, make new friends, and develop a lifelong pastime. This caston and knitted on edge. Instructor Betty Fryer has
fall, we’ll complete our study of competitive bidding (overcalls, published numerous patterns and two books. She has a
takeout doubles, and a review of preemptive opening bids) and B.A. in Music and an M.A. in Education and over 50 years of
then investigate popular conventions in modern bridge: Stayman, experience in needle work.
Jacoby transfers, slam bidding, and the 2 Club opening bid. Each
lesson will be followed by a bridge game in which you can apply NEEDED: 100 gms of each are needed, preferably in
what you’ve learned and hone your skills. Please contact Debra fingering weight.
Cameron at debcameron.d22@hotmail.com before registering if
you haven’t attended the Bridge Basics 1 (introduction to bridge) Days/Time: Fridays, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
and 2 (competitive bidding) classes. Dates: September 3 - October 22, 2021
Fee: $60
Days: Wednesdays; August 25 - December 29, 2021 Location: St. John’s Lutheran Church
Time: 12:30 - 1:30 pm 959 Valley Road, Arroyo Grande
Fee: $70 Punchcard good for any 10 plays.
This punchcard can also be used for the NEEDLE ARTS: CROCHET RUG
Wednesday 99 & Thursday game. Working over clothesline with bulky yarn to create a sturdy
Single plays available for $10 circular or oval entry rug or bath mat. Instructor Betty Fryer
Location: Woman’s Club Community Center has published numerous patterns and two books. She has a
211 Vernon Street, Arroyo Grande B.A. in Music and an M.A. in Education and over 50 years of
experience in needle work.
NEEDED: 400 gm bulky yarn, 50 ft clothesline, size K hook
Days/Time: Fridays, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Dates: September 3 - October 22, 2021
Fee: $60
Location: St. John’s Lutheran Church
959 Valley Road, Arroyo Grande
WEDNESDAY 99er BRIDGE GAMES
Apply what you’ve learned in the Bridge Basics Class (see above) THURSDAY BRIDGE GAMES
and sharpen your previously learned bridge skills in this 3-hour The world’s greatest card game is played duplicate style every
bridge game. These games are the perfect opportunity to hone Thursday in Arroyo Grande. Our ACBL sanctioned game caters
your abilities in bidding, play of the hand, and defense. Separate to all levels of play, with a limited master point section whenever
sections will be provided for newcomers and more experienced possible. We offer electronic scoring, duplicated boards and
players (100-masterpoint limit). hand records after the game. Anyone who knows how to play is
welcome to join our friendly drop-in group. Game time is 12:30
Day: Wednesdays; August 25 - December 29, 2021 sharp with arrival and check-in at least 15 minutes prior in order
Time: 1:30 - 4:30 pm to ensure a smooth start. If you have questions or need assistance
Sections: Separate games for newcomers organizing a partner, please email club manager Debra Cameron
(20-masterpoint limit) and more at debcameron.d22@hotmail.com. See you at the tables!
experienced players (100-masterpoint
limit) Day: Thursdays; August 26 - December 30, 2021
Fee: $70 Punchcard good for any 10 plays. This Time: 12:15 - 4:30 pm
punchcard is also good for the Thursday Fee: $70 Punchcard good for any 10 plays. This
game. punchcard is also good for the Wednesday
Single plays available for $10 99er lesson/game.
Location: Woman’s Club Community Center Single plays available for $10
211 Vernon Street, Arroyo Grande Location: Woman’s Club Community Center
211 Vernon Street, Arroyo Grande
City of Arroyo Grande Recreation ServicesADULT CLASSES
SATURDAY OASIS UKULELE CLUB FALL PREVENTION CLASS
Thursday’s club plays a variety of songs selected from a Falls are the leading cause of death from injury among people
printed songbook (available for purchase $15.00). We also 65 and older, and the risk of falls increases proportionately
encourage participants to bring music to share with the group. with age. At 80 years, over half of seniors fall annually. Here
We play Kanikapila Style where each player selects either a are some more surprising facts and statistics related to falling:
song from our book, or a song that they brought to share. 87 percent of all fractures in the older adults are due to falls.
All this can be prevented with knowledge and training on
Our philosophy is “learn by doing” and welcomes players making simple home modifications and lifestyle changes.
who know some basic chords and strum patterns. There is
some teaching while we play, but mostly it is a fun time to As part of our Active Senior series, this 8-week Fall Prevention
sing and play together. While our primary instrument is Program is ideal for anyone who is concerned about falls or
ukulele, we invite other instruments to join us. Beginning has fallen before. This class is also ideal for individuals with
ukulele lessons available upon request. Contact restricted activity and those seeking to improve strength,
agrec@arroyogrande.org for more information. Note: Please balance, and flexibility. Don’t be a statistic and have a fall
check website as some November & December dates will be that could have life altering consequences. Class taught by the
moved inside. County of San Luis Obispo Fall Prevention Program.
Days: Saturdays Days: Wednesdays
Time: 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Time: 10:30 - 11:30 am
Dates: August 7 - December 18, 2021 Dates: October 20 - December 15, 2021
Fee: $10 per month Fee: $10
Location: Heritage Square Park Location: Mark M. Millis Community Center
205 Nelson Street, Arroyo Grande 1221 Ash Street, Arroyo Grande
QUILTING WITH BOBBI PORTER
Learn the art of quilting. Traditional and modern techniques
will be taught. Work on class or individual projects. Beginner
to advanced quilters are welcome. Barbara Ann Porter has
a B.S. in Design and Adult Educational Credential and has
been teaching quilting for 23 years
Days/Time: Mondays/Thursdays, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
Session 1: Mondays, August 30 - October 18, 2021
Thursdays, September 2 - October 14, 2021
Session 2: Mondays, October 25 - December 6, 2021
Thursdays, October 21 - December 2, 2021
Ages: Adult
Fee: $65 per session
HAPPY TOGETHER UKULELE CLUB Location: St. John’s Lutheran Church
Our Club plays a variety of songs from country, pop, folk, 959 Valley Road, Arroyo Grande
blues and rock selected from a printed songbook (available
WRITING FOR LIFE
by batch email and free of charge). We play Kanikapila Style
Do you have a story to tell? In this class, you will hone
where each player selects a song from our book. This club is
your writing skills while working on your life story, short
for intermediate to advanced players that can follow specific
stories, poetry, memoir, and travel. Gayle Cuddy encourages
strum patterns, chords progressions, and advanced chord
students to let their ideas flow freely and break through
shapes. There is some teaching as we play, but mostly it is a
any blocks they may have. There will also be some writing
fun time of singing and playing. While our primary instrument
exercises given to help in this process. Bring a pen and paper!
is the ukulele, we invite players of other instruments too.
Days: Thursdays Day/Time: Wednesdays, 2:00 - 4:00 pm
Time: 2:30 - 4:30 pm Dates: October 20 - December 15, 2021
Dates: August 5 - December 30, 2021 (no class November 24)
Fee: $10 per month Fee: $68
Location: Heritage Square Park Location: Mark M. Millis Community Center
205 Nelson Street, Arroyo Grande 1221 Ash Street, Arroyo Grande
Fall 2021 www.arroyogrande.org (805) 473-5474ADULT SPORTS AND FITNESS
CHAIR YOGA ZUMBA WITH HEIDY
Join Instructor Niccola for Chair Yoga. This is a gentle form It’s time to join Zumba with Heidy in the Park! Zumba
of yoga that can be done while sitting. Some poses can also is a Latin-based dance fitness class with easy-to-follow
be done standing while using a chair for support. We will also moves. This class is appropriate for all ages and fitness
practice meditation and breathing techniques. levels with low to high impact options provided in each
session. We have safe social distancing dancing outdoors
Days: Tuesdays with no masks required during your work out! Seniors
Time: 10:00 - 10:45 am (65+) receive 20% discount. Use code Silver20 at Checkout.
Dates: August 3 - December 28, 2021
(no class September 21, 2021) Days Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays
Fee: $28 -35 per monthly session or Times: 9:00 - 10:00 am
$8 drop-in per class Dates: August 7 - December 31, 2021
Location: Elm Street Park, BBQ Area (no class September 24,
1211 Ash Street, Arroyo Grande November 26, and December 24)
YOGA IN THE PARK Fee: $55 per monthly session.
Yoga is a systematic practice of physical exercise, breath $6 drop-in per class
control, relaxation, positive thinking and meditation aimed Location: Heritage Square Park
at developing harmony in the body, mind and environment. 205 Nelson Street, Arroyo Grande
Enjoy our beautiful Arroyo Grande parks, stay healthy and
safe, and reap the benefits of Yoga with Niccola.
Days/Times: Mondays; 5:45 - 6:30 pm
Dates August 2 - December 27, 2021
(no class September 20, 2021)
Days/Times: Wednesdays; 5:45 - 6:30 pm
Dates August 4 - December 29, 2021
(no class September 22, 2021)
Fee: $28 - 35 per monthly session or
$8 drop-in per class
Location: Heritage Square Park
205 Nelson Street, Arroyo Grande
BARRE CONNECT SENIOR FITNESS CLASSES
Barre Connect is a low impact total body workout which is a A low impact recreational exercise program using chairs
blend of Yoga, Pilates, and Ballet Toning. This class is designed with optional standing exercises, this class is designed to
to help sculpt, tone, and create long and lean muscles while maintain and improve joint mobility, muscle tone, bone
strengthening your core. Set to upbeat music, instructor strength, posture and balance. People with arthritis and other
Heidy will lead you through a series of choreographed moves. conditions learn to improve their overall health and physical
fitness. Routines include hand weights, stretch bands,
Days/Times: Mondays, 10:30 - 11:30 am stretching, strengthening, balance, and endurance activities
Session 1: September 6 - December 27, 2021 for cardiovascular health. Each class ends with a relaxation
(no class September 20) exercise. **Stretch bands and weights are not provided,
students may bring their own if they would like to use them.**
Days/Times: Fridays, 10:30 - 11:30 am
Session 1: September 3 - December 31, 2021 Days: Mondays and Thursdays
(no class September 24, November 26 & Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
December 24) Session 1: August 30 - September 16, 2021
Fee: $20 -30 per monthly session (no class September 6, 2021)
$7 drop-in per class Session 2: October 14 - December 16, 2021
Location: Heritage Square Park (no class November 11, 22 & 25, 2021)
205 Nelson Street, Arroyo Grande Fee: $4 per class*
Bring to class: Comfortable clothing (no shoes required), *4 & 8 class punch cards available
yoga mat, optional 2 - 3 lb hand weights Location: Woman’s Club Community Center
and 5 - 7” Pilates ball 211 Vernon Street, Arroyo Grande
City of Arroyo Grande Recreation ServicesADULT SPORTS AND FITNESS
ADULT SOFTBALL LEAGUE RECREATIONAL BASKETBALL CLASS
The Recreation Department offers slow pitch softball leagues Come get a good workout with other basketball enthusiasts.
for Men’s and Co-ed divisions. Games are played Sunday at Half-court games played with teams changed each night. To
the Soto Sports Complex. Sign up with your co-workers, get put your name on the list to be notified when games begin,
your friends together, create some friendly competition and email agrec@arroyogrande.org.
have some fun!
Dates: TBD
Divisions: Co-ed & Men’s Registration: Closes September 3, 2021 When: Ongoing Tuesdays and Thursdays; 5:30 - 6:45 p.m.
Ages: Adult
Season Dates: September 19 - December 5, 2021 Fee: $5/per play
(no games October 31 & November 25) Where: Oceano Community Center
Fees: $412 per team, $10 per non-resident, 1425 19th Street, Oceano
$15/game umpire fee
Mandatory Manager’s Meeting: September 15, 2021;
6:00 pm at Mark M. Millis Community Center,
1221 Ash St., Arroyo Grande
Fall 2021 www.arroyogrande.org (805) 473-5474ADULT SPORTS AND FITNESS
BEGINNER T’AI CHI CHIH®
Relax and feel better with this moving meditation practice.
It is mindful, slow, flowing and easy-to-learn. With 19
movements and one pose, you will circulate and balance your
CHI, the intrinsic energy. The body relaxes, the mind calms,
and balance and blood pressure improve. The practice starts in
the body and deepens to the mind and spirit. Dixie Adeniran
is an accredited teacher with over 10 years experience. ARROYO GRANDE PICKLEBALL CLUB
Pickleball is fun, very social (games go to just 11 points -
FREE INTRODUCTION CLASSES: August 16 & 19, 2021 then you change courts and meet new players!), addicting
and November 8 & 11, 2021. Must register prior to class. and allows for a great workout. Join this local club and be
part of the fastest growing sport in the country! The Arroyo
Days/Times: Mondays & Thursdays; 11:15 am - 12:15 pm Grande Pickleball Club’s motto is “Nothin’ But Fun!”. Come
Session 1: August 23 - September 23, 2021 out and make new friends, get a good workout and have fun.
(No class August 30 & September 6, 2021) Club benefits include reserved court times, clinics, members
only fun tournaments and more!
Session 2: November 15 - December 13, 2021
Fee: $55 per session, $10 drop-in per class Reserved Club Court Times
Location: Strother Park BBQ Area Mondays & Wednesdays: 5:30 - 7:30 pm
1150 Huasna Road, Arroyo Grande Tuesday, Thursday & Fridays: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tuesdays & Thursdays (Advanced Play): 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Saturdays & Sundays: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Location: Soto Sports Complex Courts, Court #5
1221 Ash Street, Arroyo Grande
Fee: First day free!
$15/month or $110/calendar year.
Pro-rating available
“NOTHING BUT FUN” HALLOWEEN
MADNESS PICKLEBALL TOURNAMENT
Scare up some courage to play in the City’s social tournament
with a round robin partner format. Costumes encouraged
with special awards given (make sure you can pickle in
it!) and raffle prizes available! Pre-registration is required.
AG Pickleball Club members have priority registration
September 20 - October 4th, 2021. Get your entry in early!
Open registration October 5 -22, 2021 or when event is full.
INTERMEDIATE T’AI CHI CHIH® Wait list will be made available.
Deepen what you have learned with this next phase in the
practice of T’ai Chi Chih. Date: Sunday, October 24th
Time: Play starts at 9 AM Check in at 8-8:30 AM
FREE INTRODUCTION CLASSES: August 16 & 19 2021. Location: AG Pickleball Courts
And November 8 & 11, 2021. Must register prior to class. Format: Mixed Doubles with Round Robin Partner
Rotation
Days/Times: Mondays & Thursdays; 10:00 - 11:00 am Fee for Club Members: $25 per player
Session 1: August 23 - September 23, 2021 Fee for Non-Club Members: $45 per player
(No class August 30 & September 6, 2021)
PICKLEBALL CLINICS AND CLASSES
Session 2: November 15 - December 13, 2021
The City of Arroyo Grande is proud to announce free clinics
(no class November 25, 2021)
for beginning AG Club members and an introduction of
Fee: $55 per session, $10 drop-in per class
pickleball classes for the whole family! Visit online at
Location: Strother Park BBQ Area
www.arroyogrande.org/catalog for the latest information
1150 Huasna Road, Arroyo Grande
including dates and how to register!
City of Arroyo Grande Recreation ServicesCITY OF ARROYO GRANDE SPECIAL EVENTS
3rd Annual
Breakfast with Santa
Saturday,December 11, 2021
8:30 - 11:00 am
Enjoy a pancake breakfast and
a picture with the jolly man himself!
$10 per person
Space is limited, so register now!
Tickets can be purchased at
www.arroyogrande.org/catalog
AG Harvest Festival Mayor’s Challenge
Movie Night
Sponsored by: AG Recreation Services Department Holiday House
Families are invited to enjoy a FREE
movie under the stars! Bring your chairs
Decorating
& blankets! Contest
Movie: Raya & the Last Dragon
Date: Friday, September 24, 2021
Time: 7:30 pm
Location: Heritage Square Park
205 Nelson Street, Arroyo Grande
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