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ACTIVITY GUIDE
WINTER/SPRING 2023
ARPD Leisure Club is designed to meet the recreational
needs of persons with developmental disabilities in our community.
Leisure Club meets twice a month on the second and fourth Thursday of the month from
7:00pm to 9:00pm. The program is geared towards Alameda residents 18 years and
older. Activities include field trips, talent show, arts and crafts, dinners, shopping and
more. For more information, please contact Morace McKay at mmckay@alamdeaca.gov.
ALAMEDA RECREATION AND PARK DEPARTMENT
(510) 747-PLAY • www.alamedaca.gov/recreation
Camps • Classes • Events • Parks • Services • Sports • Travel • more
CONTENTS
ARPD Program Staff
GUIDE INDEX
Juan Aguilar
Recreation Assistant
CONTENTS TWEENS & TEENS
510-747-7575 jaguilar@alamedaca.gov
ARPD Program Staff 2 Driver’s Ed 23
Christina Bailey
Pre-K and Youth Online Reservation 2 Martial Arts 23
510-747-7554 cbailey@alamedaca.gov ARPD Contacts 2 Music 24
Ed Kallas Job Workshop 24
Senior Programs, Travel CITY DIRECTORIES Teen Center 25
510-747-7511 ekallas@alamedaca.gov City Department Phone List 3 Volunteering 25
Shawn Smith
Hotlines 3
Teens, Classes, Programs for People
with Developmental Disabilities
Recreation and Parks Commission 3 ADULTS
510-747-7555 sdsmith@alamedaca.gov ARPD Staff 3 Fitness 26
Stacy Thomas Sport leagues 26
Adult and Youth Athletics, Aquatics/Fields COMMUNITY Ed 2 Go – Online classes 27
510-747-7586 sthomas@alamedaca.gov Santa Events 4
Community Events 4 ADULTS 50+
Community Directory 7 Mastick Senior Center 28
Online Reservation Community Sports 7 Arts & Crafts 29
Availability Calendar for Bicycle Classes 8 Arts & Entertainment 30
Bocceball, Picnic Tables &
Dance 30
Recreation Centers:
www.alamedaca.gov/Departments/ ALL AGES Enrichment 32
Recreation-Parks Aquatics 8 Fitness 32
Swim Lessons 9 Food Programs 34
Corica Golf Course 10 Hot Topics 35
ARPD Contacts Alameda Free Library 11 Languages 36
Web & Online Registration Tennis lessons 12 Music 37
www.alamedaca.gov/recreation
Services 37
Email
arpd@alamedaca.gov TOTS Sports 38
Facebook Dance 13 Technology 39
www.facebook.com/playARPD Martial Arts 13 Transportation Services 39
Phone Preschool 14 Wellness 40
510-747-PLAY (7529)
Overview 41
Fax
510-523-4071 YOUTH
Hours Afterschool Care 15 PARKS
Monday – Friday: 8:30am – 5:30pm Camps – ARPD 15 Facilities & Parks Map 42
Park and Facility Issues Camps – Specialty 17 Park Maintenance Closures 43
After Hours : 510-775-5459
Camps – Sports 19
Field Condition Hotline
After 2pm : 510-747-7540
Cooking 20 REGISTRATION
Dance 20 How To Register 43
Mastick Senior Center
510-747-7500 Enrichment 20
Parks & Facilities Martial Arts 21
See page 42 Sport Leagues 22
2 WINTER/SPRING 2023 www.alamedaca.gov/recreation
CITY DIRECTORY – CITY
CITY DEPARTMENT PHONE LIST
Emergency (Life or Property at Risk) 911
City Information 510-747-7400
City Attorney 510-747-4750
City Clerk & City Council 510-747-4800
Mayor’s Office 510-747-4701
City Manager’s Office 510-747-4700
Alameda Municipal Power (AMP) 510-748-3900
Recreation and
Base Reuse – Alameda Point 510-747-7440
Parks Commission
Economic Development Division 510-747-6890 Tara Navarro Chair
Finance 510-747-4881 Adrienne Alexander Vice Chair
Fire (Non-Emergency Only) 510-337-2100 Philly Jones Member
Corica Park 510-747-7800 Alice Nguyen Member
Housing Authority 510-747-4300 Eric Robbins Member
Human Resources 510-747-4900
Job Opportunities www.governmentjobs.com/careers/alamedaca ARPD Staff
Information Technology (IT) 510-747-7490 Amy Wooldridge ARPD Director
Library 510-747-7777 Rec Svcs Manager
Media Contact 510-747-4714 Matt Nowlen Park Manager
Planning, Building and Transportation 510-747-6850 Eric Vlnar Park Maintenance Supervisor
Building Division 510-747-6800 Nigel Lewis Park Maintenance Foreperson
Police (Non-Emergency Only) 510-337-8340 Patrick Russi Recreation Manager
Anonymous Tip Line 510-337-8450 Morace McKay Recreation Manager
Animal Services 510-337-8565 Christina Bailey Recreation Supervisor I
Animal Control (After Hours) 510-337-8340 Edward Kallas Recreation Supervisor I
Public Works 510-747-7930 Shawn Smith Recreation Supervisor I
Maintenance Services (Streets, Sidewalks, Non-Park Issues) 510-747-7900 Stacy Thomas Recreation Supervisor I
Juan Aguilar Recreation Assistant
Katherine Sirota Administration
HOTLINES Irene Jung Admin Services Coordinator
Nora Pon Senior Clerk
511 Transportation Hotline
511 is a one-stop phone and web source for up-to-the-minute Bay Area traffic, transit,
rideshare, and bicycling information. It’s FREE and available whenever you need Mastick Senior Center
it – 24 hours a day, 7 days a week – from anywhere in the nine-county Bay Area. Advisory Board
Call 511 or visit www.511.org. Meets 3rd Wednesday at 9:30am
Mastick Senior Center,
1155 Santa Clara Ave, Room D
Information & Referral Assistance Hotline
Need Help? Get answers by simply dialing 211. 211 is a free, non-emergency, confidential, Golf Commission – on Zoom
three-digit phone number and service (www.211alamedacounty.org) that provides easy Meets 2nd Tuesday at 6:30pm , every other
access to housing information and critical health and human services. 211 operates 24 hours month (Jan, Mar, May, July, Sept, Nov)
a day, seven days a week with multi-lingual capabilities.
Recreation and Parks Commission
– on Zoom
Meets Every 2nd Thursday at 7:00pm
Memorial Bench/Picnic Table Everyone welcome.
Memorial Benches and Picnic Tables are a beautiful way Also televised live on Ch. 15
to acknowledge and celebrate the life and legacy Zoom meeting links available at
of a departed loved one. The Alameda Recreation and Park Department is www.alamedaca.gov/Government/
able to assist you with your request. Agendas-Minutes-Announcements
www.facebook.com/playARPD WINTER/SPRING 2023 3
COMMUNITY – EVENTS
SANTA EVENTS COMMUNITY EVENTS
Breakfast with Santa Annual Rose Pruning
Saturday, December 10, 10:00am – 12:00pm Saturday, January 21, 2023, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Location: Albert H. DeWitt O’Club, 641 West Redline Ave. East Bay Rose Society members will provide a rose pruning
You better watch out, you better not cry, you better not pout, I’m telling demonstration including “Q & A” pertaining to rose care. Learn to
you why – Santa’s BACK here in Alameda! Join Santa for breakfast, prune like an expert by practicing your skills on the roses at Lincoln
arts & crafts, and take a photo with the big guy. All attendees must Park, 1450 High Street, Alameda. Weather permitting.
pre-register regardless of age. All children must be accompanied by
an adult and pre-registration is required. Space is limited. Register by
December 1st. No refunds or credits will be issued.
Class #18590
$19 (13 years and older); $10 (2 – 12 years); FREE (under 2)
Family Snowball Dance Party
Friday, February 10, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Albert H. DeWitt O’Club, 641 West Redline Avenue
After three very long years, ARPD is excited to bring back a
Santa’s Home Visits favorite event… with a new twist! 2023 will mark the debut of a
Saturday & Sunday, December 17-18, 5:00pm - 8:05pm special party for all children who are currently five to twelve years
Ho! Ho! Ho! Santa, Rudolph and the gang are happy to be back in of age, and their favorite adult. There will be dancing, arts & crafts,
Alameda. Santa, and his elf, will make a special ten-minute visit to your hors d’oeuvres, and lots more fun!
child at home. Arrangements can be made for Santa to bring a gift. Registration begins on December 5 and ends January 20 or until
Please note that Santa may not be able to speak to every child, if he event sells out, so sign-up early!
visits a large party. Registration will begin on November 7th. Class #20258
Class # 18591: Saturday, December 17 $35 per couple (1 child & 1 adult)
Class # 18595: Sunday, December 18 $25 each additional family member (child or adult)
$41 for one 10-minute Home visit $5 per wrist corsage (pre-order only)
Santa’s Virtual Visits Alameda Recreation and Park Department
Wednesday & Thursday, December 21-22, 6:00pm - 8:00pm 2226 Santa Clara Ave, Alameda, CA 94501
(510) 747-7529 / arpd@alamedaca.gov
Ho! Ho! Ho! Santa decided to give us options this holiday season, so he
plans to spread some holiday cheer through Zoom. Santa’s Elves will be
busy dropping off treats to the homes (Alameda Only) registered on the
night of your visit.
You will choose your preferred window of time on your choice of night.
Once Santa schedules your time within your preferred window, you will
receive a questionnaire that will help Santa personalize your visit with
your child(ren). Your receipt will be emailed to you, which will confirm
the hour and day you chose. You will receive a Zoom link 24-48 hours
prior to your visit.
Registration will begin on November 7th. Once registration begins, and Starting December 5, 2022, the list of movie titles will be available on our
depending on enrollment numbers, Santa’s Elves may need to contact OFFICIAL STARLIGHT MOVIE BALLOT, which will be posted on our website:
you for an alternative day and/or time. www.alamedaca.gov/recreation
Class # 18599: Wednesday, December 21-22 VOTE AS Return your Ballot to the ARPD Main Office, 2226
Class # 18602: Thursday, December 22 MANY TIMES Santa Clara Ave, Alameda, CA 94501
$25 for one 10-minute Zoom visit FAX your Ballot to (510) 523-4071
E-mail your Ballot to arpd@alamedaca.gov
AS YOU WANT! You can also vote on our Facebook page:
www.facebook.com/playarpd
Deadline: Friday, January 13. 2023
Our Winning Movie
Titles and Schedule will
be announced in our
2023 Summer Activity
Guide
TO STUFF THE
BALLOT BOX! See you at the Starlight Movies!
4 WINTER/SPRING 2023 www.alamedaca.gov/recreation
EVENTS – COMMUNITY
Alameda Recreation and Park Department - (510) 747-7529 / arpd@alamedaca.gov
2ND ANNUAL Music
STORYTELLING & & Stories
for all
DRUMMING FESTIVAL ages!
Saturday, February 4, 2023 Discover the power of the spoken word.
Delight to the sights & sounds of
1:00 pm to 4:30 pm Drumming and Puppetry! Craft
making and interactive workshops
Mastick Senior Center related to the stories and music
1155 Santa Clara Ave, Alameda presented.
STORYTELLING POETRY PUPPETRY
ALICIA RETES KIMI SUGIOKA PUPPET ART
Alameda’s Own Poet Laureate
Brings Native THEATER CO.
Stories to Life
through voice, ROBERT PERRY Steeped in humor, charm, clever
Poems on the Spot plots and audience engagement,
movement,
their shows are a hit with young
music and song
ESTHER KAMKAR audiences
ANDRE WILSON Iranian-American Poet,
Author of “Hum Of Bees”
Enjoy folktales
and “Of Such Things”
and personal
stories
DRUMMING
TOTAL RHYTHM TAIKO DRUMMING OMAR LEDEZMA, JR
The Bobby & Mama Duo play a Thrill to the powerful sound of Enjoy the sounds of Venezuela and
mix of traditional West African Japanese drumming the Caribbean by the Grammy
music, contemporary songs about winning singer and percussionist!
life in the East Bay, and lots in
between! Influences include blues,
funk and folk
Masks strongly recommended ROB SCHMIDT, DJ
while indoors Spins the tunes between performances
FOR SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: www.alamedaca.gov/recreation
www.facebook.com/playARPD WINTER/SPRING 2023 5
COMMUNITY – EVENTS Alameda’s Spring Shindig Saturday, April 15, 12:00pm - 3:00pm, Alameda Point Gym & Multipurpose Field (1101 W. Redline Avenue) Come celebrate spring with us! There will be games, crafts, community organizations/vendors/demonstrations, jumpers, music, food, and much more. You will also have an opportunity to register for any remaining spots in ARPD summer programs. 6 WINTER/SPRING 2023 www.alamedaca.gov/recreation
EVENTS & COMMUNITY DIRECTORY – ALL AGES
COMMUNITY DIRECTORY
AC Transit www.actransit.org
Alameda Adult School www.adult.alamedaunified.org
(Date To Be Determined) Alameda Boys and Girls Club www.alamedabgc.org
Alameda Chamber & Economic Alliance www.alamedachamber.com
Alameda Education Foundation www.alamedaeducationfoundation.org
Alameda Family Services www.alamedafs.org
Alameda Family Services – Head Start www.alamedafs.org/support-main.html
Alameda Food Bank www.alamedafoodbank.org
Alameda Friends of the Parks Foundation www.alamedaparks.org
(Includes golf, auction and dinner) Alameda Health System (Alameda Hospital) www.alamedahealthsystem.org
Dinner Only—$40 per person Alameda Historical Museum www.alamedamuseum.org
Shotgun starts at 1:00 pm Alameda Holiday Boutique www.alamedaholidayboutique.org
Alameda Meals on Wheels www.alamedamealsonwheels.org (510-865-6131)
www.alamedaparks.org Alameda One Stop Career Center – COA
www.alameda.edu/students/college-of-alameda-career-and-employment-center
It’s a fun day for everyone! Support Alameda Parks! Alameda Point Collaborative www.apcollaborative.org
Alameda Professional Child Care Assoc www.alamedapcca.org
Alameda Unified School District www.alamedaunified.org
American Red Cross www.redcross.org
BANANAS www.bananasbunch.org
Building Futures www.bfwc.org
California State Park Info and Reservations www.parks.ca.gov
Center for Independent Living www.centerforindependentliving.org
510-841-4776/510-356-2662
College of Alameda www.alameda.edu
Doug Siden Visitor Center at Crab Cove
www.ebparks.org/parks/visitor-centers/crab-cove
East Bay Paratransit www.eastbayparatransit.org
East Bay Regional Park District www.ebparks.org
Girls Inc. of the Island City www.girlsincislandcity.org
Rhythmix Cultural Center www.rhythmix.org
USS Hornet Foundation Museum www.uss-hornet.org
2023 City of Alameda
4th of July Parade COMMUNITY SPORTS
Here’s your opportunity to join our Parade Aeronautics –Tethered Model Airplane Flying rbush88@juno.com
either as a Participant, Sponsor or Both! Alameda Attack Lacrosse Club www.alamedalacrosse.sportngin.com
More details coming early 2023 Alameda Babe Ruth Baseball www.alamedababeruth.com
Check our website: www.alamedaca.gov Alameda Dragon Flyers Dragon Boat Team www.alamedadragonflyers.com
Alameda Gators Swim Team www.teamunify.com/team/alga/page/home
Questions? Send an email to:
Alameda Girls Softball Association www.alamedagsa.com
alamedajuly4thparade@alamedaca.gov
Alameda Little League www.alamedalittleleague.org
Alameda Soccer Club www.alamedasoccer.org
Alameda Swimming Pool Association
www.teamunify.com/team/psaspa/page/home
Alameda Vipers Basketball Club www.alamedavipers.com
Alameda Wolverines Football www.afawolverines.com
Alameda Youth Basketball www.alamedayouthbasketball.club
Artemis Rowing www.artemisrowingclub.org
Corica Park www.coricapark.com
Special Olympics (Alameda)
www.sonc.org/programs/community-sports-programs/county/alameda
www.facebook.com/playARPD WINTER/SPRING 2023 7
COMMUNITY – EVENTS & AQUATICS
BICYCLE CLASSES
Bicycle Safety Education Classes Urban Cycling 101 Classroom Workshops
Indoor classes with info on the rules of the road, equipping your bike,
FREE for Everyone! and having fun on every ride
Learn how to safely ride your bicycle, be more comfortable bicycling
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with your whole family, or learn how to ride a bicycle no matter what
your age. Bike East Bay provides bicycle safety education classes in Urban Cycling 101 Road Classes
Alameda, with funding from the City, and throughout the East Bay. On-the-bike practice sessions covering bike handling, hazard
Classes are free and offered year round. avoidance and biking confidently on any street
‘BIKE FOR THE PARKS’
Find upcoming classes and register:
www.BikeEastBay.org/education or call 510-845-7433. Family Cycling
On-the-bike workshops for kids to learn to ride roads and pathways
Funding provided, in part, by Alameda County’s transportation with their parents/guardians
sales tax, Measure BB.
1-Hour Workshops
In-depth classroom sessions on topics like riding after dark, bike theft
prevention, or bike-friendly driver classes
Adult/Teen Learn to Ride
Learn the basics of balancing, pedaling and steering in a secure, non-
judgmental environment
Interested in hosting a free class?
Alameda community groups can send in a request at
www.BikeEastBay.org/ClassRequest
Save the Date AQUATICS
Saturday, September 30th
Washington Park
8 WINTER/SPRING 2023 www.alamedaca.gov/recreation
AQUATICS – ALL AGES
SWIM LESSONS
Private, Group & Semi-Private
PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS GROUP SWIM LESSONS SEMI-PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
1 on 1 5-12 per Instructor (depends on Level) 2-3 on 1
5 week Sessions 5 weeks Sessions 5 week Sessions
RES $160 NR $185 RES $55 NR$65 RES $130 NR $160
3 Week Session 3 Week Session 3 Week Session
RES $96 NR $111 RES $33 NR $39 RES $78 NR $96
*Please see Website for Times and Levels
WEEKEND LESSONS 5 WEEK SESSIONS
Saturday Sessions Sunday Sessions Dates They Register
Jan 14-Feb 11 Jan 15-Feb 12 Jan 7
March 4-April 1 March 5-April 2 Feb 18
WEEKEND LESSONS 3 WEEK SESSIONS
April 22-May 6 April 23-May 7 April 1
AQUATIC DAYS
SWIM LESSON EVALUATIONS, (SEE FLYER), FREE
Saturday Sessions Sunday Sessions Dates They Register
May 20 & June 3: 10:00am - 4:00pm May 21 & June 4: 10:00am - 4:00pm May 6
Locations Locations
Emma Hood Emma Hood and Encinal Swim Centers
LAP SWIM, AQUA AEROBICS WILL CONTINUE ALL YEAR
Check Website/ActiveNet for times Every Saturday at 3 pm
All Times and Locations Are subject to change
www.facebook.com/playARPD WINTER/SPRING 2023 9
ALL AGES – GOLF
CORICA GOLF COURSE Groups On The Green
Tournaments
• Full-service tournament planning & execution, including food and
beverage offerings for fundraisers, company events, golf clubs,
Corica Park competitive leagues, special occasions and other group events.
Corica Park is located in the City of Alameda and within five minutes
Corporate & Industry Mixers
of Oakland Airport. In addition to a large driving range and extensive
• Full-service team-building and networking event planning and
practice facility, the three golf courses are suitable for players of all
execution for local businesses and industry groups. *Special
skill levels. Fast greens and swirling winds challenge seasoned golfers,
packages available for mission-aligned nonprofit organizations.
while wide fairways and rolling hills welcome those newer to the game.
Onsite instructors offer top quality instruction for all skill levels. Visit our
website at www.coricapark.com or contact the Pro Shop at 510-747- Community On The Green
7800 for information about rates and hours. Our newest initiatives include a number of programs focused on
diversifying space use. They are all designed to build community,
expand access, and nurture opportunity:
On The Green at Corica Park Economic Opportunity
There is a lot happening at the course! Our On The Green initiative seeks
• Sports-based youth development training program for East Bay high
to integrate Corica Park into the wider community. We’re reimagining
school and collegiate golfers, and Soccer Without Borders alumni
space use with inclusive programming for golfers and non-golfers alike.
Health & Wellness
Come visit or contact us to learn more: Tamara Sabella, Director of
• Space use for activities such as yoga and martial arts classes
Programming, tamara@greenwaygolf.com
Non-Profit Support
• Free classroom, meeting room and event space access for local
Youth On The Green nonprofits and other community groups
Free Golf Small Business Support
• Free walk-up play on all three courses after 3:00 p.m. during the • Annual Holiday Small Business Gift Fair in partnership with Alameda
fall and winter months and 4:00 p.m. in the spring and summer Chamber of Commerce
months for all youth under 18. Wednesday walk-up play for golf and Community Support
footgolf is free all day, year-round on the Mif unless the course is • Holiday gift drive to support families in need
closed for other programming.
SCHOOL OUTINGS Connect with Corica Park on social media:
• Recreational opportunities in footgolf and golf for field trips and Facebook: Corica Park Golf Course
after school programs. Instagram: @coricapark
ON THE GREEN GOLF & PLAY SUMMER CAMPS Twitter: @coricapark
• Week-long summer camps offered at no cost including transportation
and meals to youth from underserved East Bay communities.
SATURDAYS ON THE GREEN
• Small group lessons and mentorship offered at no cost to Alameda
youth in collaboration with All Good Living Foundation’s Do Good
Sports Club. Led by Alameda High School Golf Coach Nick Wolf.
PREFERRED HIGH-SCHOOL AND COLLEGIATE TEAM ACCESS
• Free practice use for local teams.
ALAMEDA DGC (DO GOOD CORICA) MIDDLE SCHOOL GOLF LEAGUE
• No-cost, winter season golf league open to all Alameda middle
school students. A collaboration with All Good Living Foundation’s
Do Good Sports Club and led by Alameda High School golf coach
Nick Wolf.
Practice Membership Program
• Free annual practice memberships awarded to selected competitive
golfers with a focus on supporting their paths to collegiate play.
10th Annual
Play for the Parks
GolFun& Dinner
See page 7 for more information
10 WINTER/SPRING 2023 www.alamedaca.gov/recreationLIBRARY – ALL AGES
ALAMEDA FREE LIBRARY
New special events are scheduled monthly! Please see
the Events Calendar at www.alamedafree.org/Events-
directory/Calendar for the most current dates, times, and
locations. Library programs may be online or in-person.
Children
Online programs can be found on the Children’s Activities page of our
website: www.alamedafree.org/PROGRAMS-SERVICES/Childrens-
Services/Childrens-Activities Adults
Free Online Programs Library programs may be online or in-person.
• Tutor.com and Brainfuse: online tutoring for all grade levels Book Groups:
• Beanstack: a portal to all of our reading challenges • Mystery Book Club:
• Maker Monday: STEM and craft tutorials 4th Monday of the month 6:00-7:00pm (West End Library)
• Storybook Crafts: crafts for kids inspired by some of our favorite 4th Tuesday of the month 5:30-6:30pm (Bay Farm Library)
books • Award Winners Book Club:
See calendar for specific dates
• First Chapter Friday: the first chapter of books we think you’ll love
• Great Reads Book Club:
• Mother Goose on the Loose: a 20-session storytime designed for the
2nd Tuesday of the month 6:30-8:00 p.m.
very young
• A Cup of Coffee and a Good Book Club:
In Person Storytimes: 3rd Wednesday of the month 1:00-3:00 pm
• Mother Goose on the Loose (0-2yrs): Recurring Programs:
a 20-session storytime designed for the very young • Lawyers in the Library:
Thursdays 10:30am at Main Library 1st Thursday and 2nd Tuesday of the month 5:00-7:00pm
• Toddler Storytime (2-4yrs): 3rd Wednesday 10am-12pm.
Age-appropriate stories, songs, and fingerplays By phone, advanced registration is required.
Tuesdays 10:30am at West End Library • AFL Writers Group:
Fridays 10:30am at Main Library 2nd Saturday of the month, 12:30-4:30pm
Saturdays 10:30am at Main Library Open Computer Lab:
• Preschool Storytime (3-5yrs): • Sundays: 1-5pm
Age-appropriate stories, songs, and fingerplays • Mondays: 2-5pm
Tuesday 10:30am at Main Library • Tuesdays: 3-8pm (3-5pm if class or event scheduled)
Thursdays 10:30am at Bay Farm Island Library • Wednesdays: 2-5pm
• School-Age Storytime: • Thursdays: 10-2pm
Songs and stories perfect for children with longer attention spans
Wednesdays 3:30pm at Main Library
• Mil y un Cuentos (all ages):
Follow Us on Social Media!
• Instagram: @AlamedaFreeLibrary
A bilingual Spanish/English storytime • Facebook: @AlamedaFreeLibrary
Mondays 7:00pm at West End Library • Twitter: @AlamedaFree
• Family Storytime (all ages): • YouTube: youtube.com/AlamedaFreeLibrary
Songs and stories the whole family will enjoy
Tuesdays 7:00pm at Bay Farm Island Library
E-Resources
Our e-resources are available 24/7!
Teens Use your library card to:
Got questions about Teen programs? • get ebooks & e-audiobooks:
Email Sierra Campagna at scampagna@alamedaca.gov for more www.alamedafree.org/books-movies-more/e-books
information. Library programs may be online or in-person. • stream movies:
• Teen Book Club: www.alamedafree.org/books-movies-more/streaming-media
1st Wednesday of the month 4:00pm. • Read magazines & newspapers:
Teen book club members choose what we read each month. www.alamedafree.org/books-movies-more/magazinesnewspapers
Ages 13-18 years old. Free copies on a first-come, first-served
basis. Please register to join. Library Locations
• Dungeons & Dragons: Main Library: 1550 Oak Street
Teenagers only! Players of all levels are welcome! Bay Farm Island Library: 3221 Mecartney Road
2nd Monday of the month, 6:00-7:30pm West End Library: 788 Santa Clara Ave
www.facebook.com/playARPD WINTER/SPRING 2023 11ALL AGES – TENNIS
If a child or teen, we encourage a parent or guardian to stay for at
TENNIS LESSONS least the first lesson while we evaluate attitude and willingness to follow
instructions.
Rude, disrespectful, and or dangerous behavior will not be tolerated
The lesson is approximately 50 minutes of instruction and practice, with
and will immediately be dismissed without a refund.
the remaining clean-up time. Within that time, we will demonstrate the
* Any no-show or late cancellations incurs a full charge for that lesson.
proper footwork and techniques to help make playing easier, more
efficient, and more enjoyable.
Younger players (under ten years old) may best be suited for 30-minute
lessons, approximately 20 minutes of instruction and practice, with the
remaining time for cleanup.
TENNIS IS BACK
Tennis Lesson Schedule
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Saturday
Youth G/B: 9am-9:30am
– – – –
Ages 6-7 G/AVB: 9:30am-10am
Youth G/B: 10am-10:30am
– – – –
Ages 8-9 G/AVB: 10:30am-11am
Tweens Semi/B: 4:30-5:30pm Semi/AVB: 4:30-5:30pm Semi/B: 4:30-5:30pm Semi/AVB: 4:30-5:30pm G/B: 11:30am-12:30pm
Ages 10-12 G/B: 5:30-6:30pm G/AVB: 5:30-6:30pm G/B: 5:30-6:30pm G/AVB: 5:30-6:30pm G/AVB: 12:30pm-1:30pm
High School Semi/B: 4:30-5:30pm Semi/AVB: 4:30-5:30pm Semi/B: 4:30-5:30pm Semi/AVB: 4:30-5:30pm
–
Ages 13-17 G/B : 5:30-6:30pm G/AVB: 5:30-6:30pm G/B: 5:30-6:30pm G/AVB: 5:30-6:30pm
Adults G/B: 6:30-7:30pm G/AVB: 6:30-7:30pm G/B: 6:30-7:30pm G/AVB: 6:30-7:30pm
–
18-54
Seniors G/B: 9-10am G/AVB: 9-10am G/B: 9-10am G/AVB: 9-10am
–
55+
G: Group Min 4-Max 6, Semi: Semi-Group Min 2-Max 4 B: Beginners, AVB: Advance Beginners, I: Intermediate (*see note at the end)
Fees and Session Dates
Lesson Type 4 Lessons per month 8 lessons per month Winter/Spring Sessions
Group Res $92 Res $184 M/W: T/TH: Saturday:
NRes $104 NRes $208 Session 1 - Jan 9-Feb 1 Session 1 - Jan 10-Feb 2 Session 1 - Jan 14-Feb 4
Session 2 - Feb 6-Mar 1 Session 2 - Feb 7-Mar 2 Session 2 - Feb 11-Mar 4
Session 3 - Mar 6-29 Session 3 - Mar 7-30 Session 3 - Mar 11-Apr 1
Session 4 - Apr 3-26 Session 4 - Apr 4-27 Session 4 - Apr 8-29
Semi-Private Res $136 Res $272
Session 5 - May 1-24 Session 5 - May 2-25 Session 5 - May 6-27
NRes$156 NRes$312
Private Res $200 Res $400 Session 1 - Jan 7-31; Session 2 - Feb 1-28; Session 3 - Mar 1-31;
NRes $232 NRes $464 Session 4 - Apr 1-30; Session 5 May1-31
Registration Opens the 1st of the month before.
*All Private (all levels) and Intermediate will go through the scheduler.
More information will be out soon before the 12/3 Registration date. After 12/3 please check the website or call 510-747-7529
12 WINTER/SPRING 2023 www.alamedaca.gov/recreationCLASSES– TOTS
DANCE
Dance With Me Ballet
Ages 3 - 4
Students and one caregiver are exposed to the basic concepts, rhythms,
and positions of ballet. They also learn proper classroom etiquette in a
fun, creative and focused environment. This class was introduced for our
very young students who may have separation anxiety.
Class #20210 Jan 21 - Apr 1 Sa 9:30am - 10:15am
$232 Abra Rudisill Alameda Ballet Academy, 1402 Park Street
MARTIAL ARTS
Hanabi - Fireworks!
Chibi, Pre-Judo
Ages 3 - 5
In Chibi (little) Judo, we jump, run, roll-developing balance, coordination
and confidence. We say our names and sing in Japanese; we learn to
fall safely. In our positive environment respect comes as naturally as
smiling. There is an $95 fee for uniform payable to the Instructor at the
first class. No class on 2/24 & 4/14.
Class #20197 Jan 13 - Jun 2 F 4:00pm - 4:45pm
$627 Hanabi Judo Veteran’s Memorial Building - Room 250
ARPD Programs follow all
State and County health protocols.
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REGISTRATION:
PRESCHOOL • WINTER Registration will begin December 9, 2022.
Please Note: Students enrolled in the Fall 2022 Session have
priority registration for Winter 2023.
Small Fry & Tiny Tots Classes • SPRING Registration will begin March 22, 2023.
Ages 3 - 5 Please Note: Students enrolled in the Winter 2023 Session have
Register in-person, online, email or by mail priority registration for Spring 2023.
• Online registration can only accept Credit Card payments in the
Full Payment amount.
“As someone who attended Tiny Tots myself, I feel so • To set up a payment plan (2 or 4 payments) email registration
lucky to be able to send my daughter to the program form to arpd@alamedaca.gov.
now. I loved my time in the program and graduated
to Kindergarten confident and ready. From the kind WINTER & SPRING SCHEDULE
teachers, to engaging curriculum, to friendships with
Day Time Location Winter # Spring #
other kids; I know my daughter is going to transition
smoothly to Kindergarten in the fall and look back on SMALL FRY CLASSES (3 TO 3 YEARS, 11 MOS.)
her time in Tiny Tots as fondly as I do.” Tues/Thurs 9:00am – 12:00pm McKinley Park 17251 20091
Best, Tues/Thurs 9:00am – 12:00pm Godfrey Park 17252 20090
Chelsea
Mon/Wed/Fri 9:00am – 12:00pm Godfrey Park 17253 20089
Can combine a MWF class with TTH Small Fry class
The Alameda Recreation and Parks Preschool is happy to again offer TINY TOT CLASSES (4 TO 5 YEARS)
our play-based, recreational program for children ages 3 to 5 years
Mon/Wed/Fri 9:00am – 12:00pm McKinley Park 17254 20093
old (pre-kindergarten). We offer a variety of actives: arts and crafts,
storytelling, games, cooking, music, motor fitness, indoor/outside play, Mon/Wed/Fri 9:00am – 12:00pm Leydecker Park 17255 20094
and a once a week intro to tennis for the Tiny Tot classes. Tues/Thurs 9:00am – 12:00pm Leydecker Park 17256 20095
*We offer a combination class at Woodstock Park for 3 to 5 year Can combine a MWF class with TTH Tiny Tot class
olds. Siblings can attend class together as long as they meet the age
Combo site (3 years to Pre-K)
requirements. This ia class where you have only one drop off and one
pick up for siblings. Mon - Friday 9:00am – 12:00pm Woodstock Park 17257 20096
Mon/Wed/Fri 9:00am – 12:00pm Woodstock Park 17258 20097
REQUIRED:
• Children must be the correct age on the first day of class Tues/Thurs 9:00am – 12:00pm Woodstock Park 17259 20098
• Children must be completely potty-trained and able to attend to their
own personal needs to the best of their ability. FEES & DATES
• Children must also be able to separate from their parents, and Days Full Payment 2 Payments* 4 Payments**
parents from child. WINTER 2023 SESSION: 12 weeks
• PROOF OF AGE IS REQUIRED ON FIRST DAY OF CLASS OR Monday, January 9 - Friday, April 7, 2023
EMAIL TO: ahope@alamedaca.gov No classes Jan 16 & Feb 20 - 24
Mon – Fri (5 days) $1560 $795.00 each $397.50 each
Mon, Wed & Fri $936 $483.00 each $241.50 each
Tue & Thu $624 $327.00 each $163.50 each
*1st due on enrolling, 2nd due 1/15/23
**You can make 4 payments by paying through auto-pay.
SPRING 2023 SESSION: 7 weeks
Monday, April 17 - Friday, June 2, 2023
No classes May 29
Mon – Fri (5 days) $866 $448.00 each NA
Mon, Wed & Fri $520 $275.00 each NA
Tue & Thu $346.50 $188.25 each NA
*1st due on enrolling, 2nd due 1/15/23
**You can make 4 payments by paying through auto-pay.
Wee Play postponed until further notice.
Please check our website and social media
for re-opening details as they become available.
14 WINTER/SPRING 2023 www.alamedaca.gov/recreationAFTERSCHOOL CARE & CAMPS – YOUTH
AFTERSCHOOL CARE CAMPS – ARPD
Recreation Afterschool Program - RAP Winter Wonderland Camp
Grades K-5 Grades K-5
August 22, 2022 to June 8, 2023 Make this holiday season special by registering your child (or children)
A supervised afterschool program for elementary-aged children for ARPD’s Winter Wonderland Camp. Arts and crafts, games and
with activities including games/sports, cooking, arts and crafts, and cooking which follow a theme are just part of the excitement. A special
a daily snack. RAP leaders meet the students at dismissal and walk surprise activity will be included each week (TBD - field trip, outside
them to the park, where they can stay until 5:30 p.m. Students must contractor, jumper, lunch/treat, etc). Details will be firmed up after
dress appropriately for cold and rainy weather. Participants may Activity Guide printing. Walking excursions may also be scheduled,
register to attend 3 or 5 days a week. RAP does not meet on public dependent on weather. Drop-off and pick-up will take place in the
school holidays, legal holidays, or AUSD staff development days. picnic area, near the parking lot, at Harrison Center. Please bring a
RAP includes early Wednesdays and modified days. Children may be bag lunch; morning & afternoon snacks will be provided. Child must
picked up by a designated person, or may walk or bike home with wear closed-toed shoes, socks and play clothes as some activities may
permission from their parents. be messy. Bring a jacket as some activities will take place outdoors,
weather permitting. Do not bring any electronic or items of sentimental
WINTER SESSION November 28, 2022 – March 17, 2023 value as ARPD is not responsible for any lost or damaged items.
SPRING SESSION March 20 through June 8, 2023 PLEASE NOTE: Winter Wonderland Camp is CLOSED on December
26th & January 2nd. If your desired program is full, place your child on
the waitlist as additional programs may be added to meet the demand
GRADES 1-5 IS OFFERED AT THE FOLLOWING SITES*/^
of registration
Bayport Park - Ruby Bridges School (Limited availability) CANCELLATION POLICY: You must cancel by Monday of the week
Franklin Park - Franklin & Love Schools (FULL, waitlist only) prior to the start of your program session, and there is a $15 withdrawal
fee. For cancellations made thereafter, there is no guarantee of a
Krusi Park – Otis School (FULL, waitlist only)
refund unless your spot can be filled by another participant. $15
Leydecker Park - Earhart School (FULL, waitlist only) withdrawal fee is still charged if a substitute is found.*Scheduled
Lincoln Park - Edison School (FULL, waitlist only) activities are subject to change, depending on guideline revisions from
the Alameda County Health Department. ARPD programs follow all
Tillman Park - Bayfarm School (FULL, waitlist only) Alameda County Health protocols. Safety for participants, staff and
GRADES K-5 IS ONLY OFFERED AT THE FOLLOWING SITE*/** community is our top priority.*
Washington Park - Maya Lin School (FULL, waitlist only) Class # 18607 Dec 27 - Dec 30 Tu W Th F 8:00am - 5:30pm
*A minimum of 8 students must be registered at a school in order to be a RAP Pick-Up Res $225, NRes 245 ARPD Staff Harrison Center at Lincoln Park
Site.
^We can only pick up your kindergartner, from these schools, IF they are also enrolled Class # 18608 Jan 3 - Jan 6 Tu W Th F 8:00am - 5:30pm
in an onsite Bridge Program. A Bridge Program will pick-up your child at their
kindergarten dismissal time, and care for them until we pick them up (10 minutes prior Res $225, NRes ARPD Staff Harrison Center at Lincoln Park
to the older kids’ dismissal time). We cannot pickup at early-bird dismissal times, from $245
any of these schools.
**Kindergarten fees are higher based on the number of 11:40 a.m. dismissal days, and
longer days in general.
A limited number of partial scholarships are available for Alameda
residents only. To apply, you will need to complete a Fee Assistance
Request Form. Supporting documents will need to be submitted along
with the application. To request an application, please email ARPD:
arpd@alamedaca.gov
For more information about our RAP Program and Online
Registration, please visit:
www.alamedaca.gov/Departments/Recreation-Parks/
Recreation-Afterschool-Program-RAP
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Day in the Park
Grades K-5
Come spend your non-school day with ARPD! We’ll be making special
arts & crafts, playing great games, and many more surprises. Details
will be firmed up after Activity Guide printing. Bring your own lunch;
morning and afternoon snack will be provided. Drop-off and pick-up
will take place at the gate, near the front doors, at Harrison Center.
ARPD Programs follow all state and county health protocols.
CANCELLATION POLICY: You must cancel by Monday of the week prior
to the start of your program session, and there is a $15 withdrawal fee.
For cancellations made thereafter, there is no guarantee for a refund
unless your spot can be filled by another participant. $15 withdrawal
fee is still charged if a substitute is found. Spring Vacation Camp
Grades K-5
Class # 20100 Jan 27 F 8:00am - 5:30pm
Spring Break will be here before we know it... so come and hang
Res $60, NRes$65 ARPD Staff Harrison Center at Lincoln Park out with your friends at our week-long camp! Arts and crafts, games
and cooking, which follow a theme, are just part of the fun. Walking
excursions may also be scheduled, dependent on weather. Please bring
President’s Week Camp a bag lunch each day, unless notified differently. Wear comfortable
walking shoes, socks and play clothes. If spaces are full, please register
Grades K-5
Did you know that AUSD schools are out for President’s Week? Arts and for the waitlist, because additional spaces or sites may be added, given
crafts, games and cooking, which follow a theme, are just part of the demand. Drop-off and pick-up will take place at the gate near the front
fun. Walking excursions may also be scheduled, dependent on weather. doors at Harrison Center. ARPD programs follow all State and County
Please bring a bag lunch each day, unless notified differently. Wear Health protocols.
comfortable walking shoes, socks and play clothes. Drop-off and pick- CANCELATION POLICY: You must cancel by Monday of the week prior
up will take place at the gate, near the front doors, at Harrison Center. to the start of your program session, and there is a $15 withdrawal fee.
If spaces are full, please register for the waitlist, because additional For cancelations made thereafter, there is no guarantee for a refund
spaces or sites may be added, given demand. ARPD programs follow unless your spot can be filled by another participant. $15 withdrawal
all State and County Health protocols. CANCELLATION POLICY: You fee is still charged if a substitute is found.
must cancel by Monday of the week prior to the start of your program Class # 20102 Apr 10 - Apr 14 M Tu W Th F 8:00am - 5:30pm
session, and there is a $15 withdrawal fee. For cancellations made
thereafter, there is no guarantee for a refund unless your spot can be Res $250, NRes $275 ARPD Staff Harrison Center at Lincoln Park
filled by another participant. $15 withdrawal fee is still charged if a
substitute is found.
Class # 20101 Feb 21 - Feb 24 Tu W Th F 8:00am - 5:30pm STEAM Days & Camps
Ages 6-8, 9-11 and 12-14
Res $225, NRes $245 ARPD Staff Harrison Center at Lincoln Park Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math are connected in
some way to everything around us. These camps are intended to
show campers how STEAM shapes their world, including their
hobbies and interests. Although each camp takes a very different
approach to STEAM, some themes remain the same throughout each.
STEM DAYS (See below for Camp Locations)
Jan 27 Only 9:00am - 4:00pm Res $75, NRes $80
Extend Care 7am-9am & 4pm-6pm Res $10, NRes $15
STEM CAMPS
Dec 27 - Dec 30 9:00am - 4:00pm Res $280, NRes $300
Extend Care 7am-9am & 4pm-6pm* Res $35, NRes $40
Jan 3 – Jan 6 9:00am - 4:00pm Res $280, NRes $300
Extend Care 7am-9am & 4pm-6pm Res $35, NRes $40
Feb 21 - Feb 24 9:00am - 4:00pm Res $280, NRes $300
Extend Care 7am-9am & 4pm-6pm Res $35, NRes $40
Apr 10 - Apr 14 9:00am - 4:00pm Res $350, NRes $375
Extend Care 7am-9am & 4pm-6pm Res $45, NRes $50
* No PM Care on Dec 30
STEAM LOCATIONS: Jan 27th @ Washington Center; Feb 21-24 and April 10-14 @ Leydecker Center, Bay Farm Island
16 WINTER/SPRING 2023 www.alamedaca.gov/recreationCAMPS – YOUTH
CAMPS – SPECIALTY
All-Sports Camp – All Day
Ages 6-8, 9-11, and 12-14
Our All-Sports Camp has quickly become one of our most popular
summer camps. This camp is perfect for athletes who enjoy various
sports and recreational games. Campers are taught skills and allowed to
compete in various sports, such as soccer, basketball, flag football, and
more, while enjoying some favorite recreational games like dodgeball,
capture the flag, kickball, and the like. Our highly qualified staff ensures
our All-Sports Camp is high-paced and nonstop fun for every camper!
Extended care available
SPORTS DAY
Day Jan 27 Alameda Point Gym/ Field
One-Day Only 9am-4pm Res $75 NRes $80
Extended Care 7am-9am and 4pm-6pm Res $10, NRes $15
SPORTS CAMPS
Fall Nov 21-23* Alameda Point Gym/ Field
Camp 9am-4pm Res $210, NRes $225
Extended Care 7am-9am and 4pm-6pm Res $20, NRes $25
* No Evening Extend Care on 23rd
Winter #1 Dec 27 - Dec 30 Alameda Point Gym/Field
Camp 9am-4pm Res $280, NRes $300
Extended Care 7am-9am and 4pm-6pm Res $25, NRes $30
Winter #2 Jan 3 - Jan 6 Alameda Point Gym/Field
Camp 9am-4pm Res $280, NRes $300
Extended Care 7am-9am and 4pm-6pm Res $25, NRes $30
Spring #1 Feb 21-24 Alameda Point Gym/Field
Camp 9am-4pm Res $280, NRes $300
Extended Care 7am-9am and 4pm-6pm Res $25, NRes $30
Intro To Sports
Ages 6-8, 9-11, and 12-14
Spring #2 April 10-14 Alameda Point Gym/Field Designed for those new to the sport or who want to learn a new sport.
Camp 9am-4pm Res $350, NRes $375 Coaches will focus on teaching the basics of the sport, and participants
Extended Care 7am-9am and 4pm-6pm Res $45, NRes $50 will also be introduced to sports terminology, gameplay/scoring, and
rules. Age Groups are divided into 6-8, 9-11, and 12-14.
Intro to Basketball – Morning
Ages 6-8, 9-11, and 12-14
The Intro to Basketball Camp is designed for our youngest campers that
are new to the sport. Campers receive an introduction to basketball and
will learn basic concepts, terminology, and ball-handling movements
from our encouraging and highly-skilled staff. Campers will play with
more petite size balls and utilize adjustable hoops to accommodate
their height and help improve their skills and confidence. These drills
and techniques are paired with fun and competitive challenges to help
our young campers stay engaged and hungry for more competition.
Winter 1 Dec 27 - Dec 30 Alameda Point Gym
Winter 2 Jan 3 – Jan 6 Alameda Point Gym
Camp 9am-12pm Res $150, NRes $175
Extended Care 7am-9am ONLY Res $10, NRes $15
www.facebook.com/playARPD WINTER/SPRING 2023 17YOUTH – CAMPS Intro to Volleyball – Afternoon Ages 6-8, 9-11, and 12-14 Our Intro to Volleyball provides a comprehensive coaching system for teaching individual skills and team play to entry-level kids. We give our campers the kind of focused, intensive training essentials for improvement. All aspects of the game are taught through drills and exercises that focus on passing, setting, hitting, and serving. This co-ed program is designed for the beginner to intermediate player and will incorporate essential life lessons such as teamwork and sportsmanship. We complement this with fun activities and group games to practice these newly acquired skills. The Intro to Volleyball camp will be a great way to introduce your child to the popular sport of volleyball. Winter #1 Dec 27 - Dec 30 Alameda Point Gym Winter #2 Jan 3 - Jan 6 Alameda Point Gym Camp 1pm-4pm Res $150, NRes $175 Extended Care 4-6 pm ONLY Res $10, NRes $15 Intro to Flag Football – Morning Ages 6-8, 9-11, and 12-14 Our flag football camp is the perfect program for young athletes who want a complete introduction to the game of football or for those who simply want to brush up on their skills in preparation for league play. Through our ‘skill of the day’s competitions, campers will learn skills on both sides of the ball, including the core components of passing, catching, and de-flagging or defensive positioning - all presented in a fun & positive environment. Spring #1 Feb 21-24 Alameda Point Gym/Field Camp 9am-12pm Res $150, NRes $175 Extended Care 4-6 pm ONLY RES $25 NR $30 Spring #2 April 10-14 Alameda Point Gym/Field Camp 9am-12pm Res $190, NRes $215 Extended Care 4-6pm ONLY RES $25 NR $30 Intro to Ultimate Frisbee – Afternoon Ages 6-8, 9-11, and 12-14 Ultimate Frisbee Summer Camp is where campers will learn the sport of Ultimate Frisbee in a fun, exciting, and nurturing environment! Campers will learn essential fundamentals and techniques to help each camper improve their skills and understanding of Ultimate Frisbee. Campers will understand The Spirit of the Game, which is the governing rule in Ultimate Frisbee, which is based on self-officiating. Spring #1 Feb 21-24 Alameda Point Gym/Field Camp 1pm-4pm Res $150, NRes $175 Extended Care 7-9 am ONLY Res $20, NRes $25 Spring #2 April 10-14 Alameda Point Gym/Field Camp 1pm-4pm Res $190, NRes $215 Extended Care 7-9 am Only Res $25, NRes $30 18 WINTER/SPRING 2023 www.alamedaca.gov/recreation
CAMPS – YOUTH
CAMPS – SPORTS
Chess Wizards Camp
Ages 6 - 12
Chess Wizards is a fun way for kids to experience the excitement of
chess. With half and full day classes, kids will play in mini tournaments,
have interactive lessons with chess pros and play cool chess variants
like bug house. Instructors (who are called “wizards”) provide all the
materials necessary for your child to participate. Snacks are provided
but full day kids should bring a lunch. All students will receive a trophy,
puzzle folder and wizards t-shirt. Come join the fun!
FEBRUARY WEEK
All Day
Class #20180 Feb 20 - Feb 22 M Tu W 9:00am - 3:00pm
$309 Chess Wizards Veteran’s Memorial Building - Room 120
Morning Only
Class #20178 Feb 20 - Feb 22 M Tu W 9:00am - 12:00pm
$208 Chess Wizards Veteran’s Memorial Building - Room 120
Afternoon Only
Class #20179 Feb 20 - Feb 22 M Tu W 12:00pm - 3:00pm
$208 Chess Wizards Veteran’s Memorial Building - Room 120
Dodgeball Camp
Duck, Dodge, Dip & Dive
SPRING BREAK Ages 7 - 13
All day Your favorite P.E. game is now a camp! Kids love this camp. It is more
Class #20183 Apr 10 - Apr 14 M Tu W Th F 9:00am - 3:00pm
than just a game, kids learn throwing, catching techniques and of
course, they learn how to dip, duck, dive and DODGE a ball. They will
$505 Chess Wizards Veteran’s Memorial Building - Room 120 participate in a variety of skills, challenges, competition and games.
Morning
FEBRUARY BREAK
Class #20181 Apr 10 - Apr 14 M Tu W Th F 9:00am - 12:00pm
Class #20164 Feb 20 - Feb 24 M Tu W Th F 9:00am - 12:00pm
$335 Chess Wizards Veteran’s Memorial Building - Room 120
$206 Aaron Locks Harrington Field
Afternoon
SPRING BREAK
Class #20182 Apr 10 - Apr 14 M Tu W Th F 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Class #20165 Apr 10 - Apr 14 M Tu W Th F 9:00am - 12:00pm
$335 Chess Wizards Veteran’s Memorial Building - Room 120
$206 Aaron Locks Harrington Field
KSB Skate Dojo
Skateboarding Camp
Ages 5 - 17
KSB Skate Dojo will provide the basics and fundamentals of
skateboarding. Skateboarding is a great art form that is fun, confidence
building and very active. There is a rental fee for a skateboard ($50),
pads ($50), and helmet ($35) payable to the instructor on the first day.
FEBRUARY BREAK
Class #20187 Feb 20 - Feb 24 M Tu W Th F 9:00am - 3:00pm
$309 KSB Skate Dojo City View Skate Park
SPRING BREAK
Class #20188 Apr 10 - Apr 14 M Tu W Th F 9:00am - 3:00pm
$309 KSB Skate Dojo City View Skate Park
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DANCE
Pre-Ballet
Ages 4 - 5
Learn the basic positions, rhythms and movements of ballet in a fun and
creative environment! ABA has a dress code for your young dancer -
please visit alamedaballet.com/classes/#dress for more information.
No class on 2/22, 2/25.
WEDNESDAYS
Class #20211 Jan 11 - Apr 5 W 3:45pm - 4:30pm
$248 Abra Rudisill Alameda Ballet Academy, 1402 Park Street
SATURDAYS
Class #20213 Jan 14 - Apr 8 Sa 10:30pm -
11:15am
$248 Abra Rudisill Alameda Ballet Academy, 1402 Park Street
ENRICHMENT
Chess Wizards
Ages 6 - 12
Join Chess Wizards this winter for tons of challenging chess lessons,
exciting games and cool prizes. You’ll improve your chess skills and work
out your most powerful muscle - your brain! Our classes are geared to
suit children of all skill levels; from chessling to checkmate artist, students
will build upon their knowledge through lessons, variation games and
more! More than just a game of winning and losing, we make learning
chess fun! No class 2/24, 4/14.
COOKING
Class #20176 Jan 13 - Mar 17 F 4:00pm - 5:00pm
CRTW: All about the Dumplings $325 Chess Wizards Veteran’s Memorial Building - Room 120
Ages 6 - 12 Class #20177 Mar 31 - May 2 F 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Some call them perogies, others call them wontons; still others call them $325 Chess Wizards Veteran’s Memorial Building - Room 120
kreplach. Whatever you call them, international dumplings are delicious
with various filling and dipping sauces. $35 materials fee payable to
the Instructor on the first day of camp. No class on 4/12.
Class #20216 Mar 8 - Apr 26 W 3:00pm - 4:45pm
$217 Cooking Round The World Longfellow Center
CRTW: Burritos vs. Tacos
Ages 6 - 12
Soft or Crunchy: when its wrapped in a burrito or taco, it’s always
delicious! Children will create fillings - some traditional like chicken,
beans, vegetables, while others are unusual fillings and sauces, like pico
de gallo, salsa, guacamole and more! $35 materials fee payable to the
Instructor on the first day of camp. No class on 2/22.
Class #20214 Jan 11 - Mar 1 W 3:00pm - 4:45pm
$217 Cooking Round The World Longfellow Center
20 WINTER/SPRING 2023 www.alamedaca.gov/recreationCLASSES – YOUTH
MARTIAL ARTS Hanabi - Fireworks!
Honto, Real Judo
Ages 5+
Children’s Aikido Honto (Intermediate) - More advanced judo techniques for experienced
judoka. Training is intense but our smiles are wide. Senseis carefully and
Ages 5 - 14
Our kids aikido program involves various exercises catered to children supportively watch for effort, efficiency and safety. The environment...
in order to promote their mental awareness, physical capabilities & great! There is an $95 fee for uniform payable to the Instructor at the
coordination skills which builds healthy values, character & self esteem. first class. No class 2/24 & 4/14.
There is a $30 fee for gi/uniform, payable to Instructor on first day. Class #20199 Jan 13 - Jun 2 F 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Class #20189 Jan 10 - Feb 15 Tu W 4:30pm - 5:10pm $627 Hanabi Judo Veteran’s Memorial Building - Room 250
$88 Alameda Aikikai 2429 Clement Ave., Alameda
Class #20190 Jan 10 - Feb 15 Tu W 5:15pm - 5:55pm
$88 Alameda Aikikai 2429 Clement Ave., Alameda Youth Iaido
Ages 10 - 16
Class #20191 Feb 28 - Apr 5 Tu W 4:30pm - 5:10pm Muso Jikiden Eishin Ryu is a classical Japanese sword art that is over
$88 Alameda Aikikai 2429 Clement Ave., Alameda 450 years old. The purpose of Iaido practice is to develop awareness,
calm mind, mental and physical harmony, and to achieve victory
Class #20192 Feb 28 - Apr 5 Tu W 5:15pm - 5:55pm
without having to unsheathe the sword. Beginners welcome! For more
$88 Alameda Aikikai 2429 Clement Ave., Alameda info: alameda-iaido.org.
Class #20193 Apr 18 - May 24 Tu W 4:30pm - 5:10pm
Class #20157 Jan 12 - Mar 16 Th 5:00pm - 6:00pm
$88 Alameda Aikikai 2429 Clement Ave., Alameda, CA
$112 Mikhail Faiguenblat Veteran’s Memorial Building - Rm 250
Class #20158 Mar 23 - Jun 1 Th 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Hanabi - Fireworks! $124 Mikhail Faiguenblat Veteran’s Memorial Building - Rm 250
Hajime’ Beginning Judo
Ages 5+
Hajime! (Begin!) Fun tumbling and jumping exercises precede our
learning to fall effortlessly. We can hold a person down, even if they
Wado Kai Karate
Ages 8+
are bigger, and throw someone upside down safely. Respect, discipline; Wado Kai, meaning the Way of Peace and Harmony, is a traditional
sweating and smiling. There is an $95 fee for uniform payable to the Japanese karate style that emphasizes natural movements, precision,
Instructor at the first class. No class on 2/24 & 4/14. timing, and is suitable for all ages. Improve your flexibility and stamina,
Class #20198 Jan 13 - Jun 2 F 4:55pm - 5:55pm develop inner strength and calmness of character while learning how to
react to any situation intuitively. For more info: facebook.com/ajari.dojo.
$627 Hanabi Judo Veteran’s Memorial Building - Room 250
TUESDAY AND SATURDAY
2 class per week option. Students may attend 2 classes per week
Class #20160 Jan 10 - Mar 18 Tu 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Sa 1:00pm - 2:30pm
$158 Mikhail Faiguenblat Veteran’s Memorial Building - Rm 250
Class #20162 Mar 21 - May 30 Tu 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Sa 1:00pm - 2:30pm
$176 Mikhail Faiguenblat Veteran’s Memorial Building - Rm 250
TUESDAY OR SATURDAY
1 class per week option. Students may choose 1 class per week to attend
Class #20159 Jan 10 - Mar 18 Tu 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Sa 1:00pm - 2:30pm
$112 Mikhail Faiguenblat Veteran’s Memorial Building - Rm 250
Class #20161 Mar 21 - May 30 Tu 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Sa 1:00pm - 2:30pm
$124 Mikhail Faiguenblat Veteran’s Memorial Building - Rm 250
www.facebook.com/playARPD WINTER/SPRING 2023 21YOUTH – SPORTS
SPORT LEAGUES NFL Flag Football
Coming in Spring 2023
Jr Warriors Coming In Jan.
Grades K-5 Youth/ Teen Dodgeball
This exciting and innovative program has been specifically designed to Coming Spring 2023
offer youngsters in K – 5th grade an opportunity to participate in an
organized program of balanced competition. The program philosophy
will stress a positive attitude, teamwork, good sportsmanship, and
self-confidence.
22 WINTER/SPRING 2023 www.alamedaca.gov/recreationCLASSES – TWEENS & TEENS
DRIVER’S ED MARTIAL ARTS
Online Driver’s Ed Course – Virtual Aikido for Teens and Adults
Self-paced – Ages 15+ Ages 15+
DMV allows teens to receive their learner’s permit at age 15-and-a- Aikido is a powerful system of self-defense that blends with the energy
half and a license at age 16. This is the first required step that must of your opponent to render their attacks harmless. Through regular
be completed. This is an online course with videos, animated driving practice, adults may use Aikido as a means to enhance and maintain
scenarios and sample test questions. Learn the rules of the road, major their health and flexibility. There is a $45 fee for gi uniform, payable to
causes of traffic collisions, DMV procedures and much more. A licensed Instructor on first day.
instructor is available to answer any questions. Receive DMV-approved
certificate of completion. Sign-up any time. Registration is ongoing. Class #20194 Jan 10 - Feb 15 Tu W 6:00pm - 7:15pm
$88 Alameda Aikikai 2429 Clement Ave., Alameda, CA
Class #20163 Jan 9 - Jun 2 Self-paced
Class #20195 Feb 28 - Apr 5 Tu W 6:00pm - 7:15pm
$52 Bay Area Online Course -
Driving School Take At Your Own Pace $88 Alameda Aikikai 2429 Clement Ave., Alameda, CA
Class #20196 Apr 18 - May 24 Tu W 6:00pm - 7:15pm
$88 Alameda Aikikai 2429 Clement Ave., Alameda, CA
Virtual Driver’s Education – Virtual
Live Instructor – Ages 15+
This is a virtual Driver’s Education class with a live instructor. Students will
enjoy a series of Driver’s Education lectures, including understanding
Muso Jikiden Eishin Ryu Iaido
Ages 16+
the responsibilities of having a driver’s license, learning the rules of the
Muso Jikiden Eishun Ryu is a classical Japanese sword art that is over
road and accident avoidance procedures. Independent assignments
450 years old. The purpose of Iaido practice is to develop awareness,
will also be completed during the week. Course also includes practice
calm mind, mental and physical harmony, and to achieve victory without
questions, defensive driving movies and written test prep. Upon
having to unsheathe the sword. Beginners welcome! For more info visit
successful completion, students will receive a certificate of completion.
alameda-iado.org.
Class #20184 Feb 4 - Feb 25 Sa 9:00am - 12:00pm
THUSRDAY AND SATURDAY
$201 Bay Area Driving School Virtual Class 2 class per week option! Students may attend class twice per week
Class #20185 Mar 4 - Mar 25 Sa 9:00am - 12:00pm Class #20154 Jan 12 - Mar 18 Th 6:00pm - 7:30pm
$201 Bay Area Driving School Virtual Class Sa 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Class #20186 May 6 - May 27 Sa 9:00am - 12:00pm $158 Mikhail Faiguenblat Veteran’s Memorial Building - Rm 250
$201 Bay Area Driving School Virtual Class Class #20156 Mar 23 - Jun 1 Th 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Sa 3:00pm - 4:30pm
$176 Mikhail Faiguenblat Veteran’s Memorial Building - Rm 250
THURSDAY OR SATURDAY
1 class per week option! Students may choose 1 class per week to attend
Class #20153 Jan 12 - Mar 18 Th 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Sa 3:00pm - 4:30pm
$112 Mikhail Faiguenblat Veteran’s Memorial Building - Rm 250
Class #20155 Mar 23 - Jun 1 Th 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Sa 3:00pm - 4:30pm
$124 Mikhail Faiguenblat Veteran’s Memorial Building - Rm 250
ARPD Programs follow all
State and County health protocols.
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