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WINTER/SPRING RECREATION
BROCHURE 2021/22
GRANDVILLE
COMMUNITY EDUCATION
The mission of Grandville Community Education is to offer learning
opportunities that enrich the lives of our community through recreational,
educational, social and cultural offerings for all ages.
LEARN
SOMETHING NEW
IMPROVE
YOUR HEALTH
MEET
NEW FRIENDS
CREATE
COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
COMMUNITY EDUCATION
DO YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW OFFICE HOURS
HAVE A HOBBY OR SKILL THAT
THEY ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT? Monday - Friday
7:30 am - 4:00 pm
Become a Community Ed Enrichment Instructor and share your
knowledge with others! We are always looking for new class ideas
3843 Prairie St. SW Grandville
and instructors for students as well as adults. If you would like to find
out more, please contact Lisa Vanderlaan. 616.254.6553
Phone: 616.254.6553 Email: lvanderlaan@gpsbulldogs.org
TABLE OF CONTENTS
INDEX
EVENTS
Battle of the Books ...................................................................................... pg 2
Preschool Registration ................................................................................ pg 2
Grandville Education Foundation ............................................................. pg 2
Grandville High Spring Musical ................................................................ pg 3
Little League Registration .......................................................................... pg 3
Grandville band, orchestra and choir concert schedule......................... pg 3
The Dog Den ............................................................................................... pg 3
The Alyssa Arends GPS Community Education Scholarship ................. pg18
ENRICHMENT CLASSES
Youth Enrichment Classes ......................................................................... pgs 4-8
SPORTS PROGRAMS/CAMPS
Youth Sports Programs/ Camps ................................................................ pgs 9-14
Adult Programs ........................................................................................... pgs 15-17
SWIMMING
Swimming Rules and Policies .................................................................... pg 19
Swimming Programs ................................................................................... pgs 20-23
REGISTRATION
Information .................................................................................................. pg 24
ADDRESSES
Community Education 3843 Prairie Prairie View Cheer Center Superior St
Central Elementary 4052 Prairie South Elementary 3650 Navaho
Century Park Learning Center 5710 Kenowa West Elementary 3777 Aaron
Cummings Elementary 4261 Schoolcraft Grandville Education Center 3481 Fairlanes
East Elementary 3413 30th Street Grandville Middle School 3535 Wilson
Grand View Elementary 3701 52nd Street Grandville High School 4700 Canal
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EVENTS
GRANDVILLE
C OMMUN I T Y
E D U C AT I O N
PRESCHOOL
+ TREEHOUSE
CHILDCARE
(BOB) Registration Begins
TOURNAMENT February 1, 2022
Virtual Event For more information go to:
Saturday, March 5, 2022 gec.gpsbulldogs.org/or call the Grandville
Teams must be pre-registered to participate
Education Center at 616.254.6380
www.kdl.org/BOB
The Grandville Education Foundation (GEF) is a non-profit organization with a mission to enhance and enrich educational
opportunities within Grandville Public Schools through direct financial support received from the community at large.
The foundation has provided grants throughout the district totaling over a half million dollars since 1991. We fund a vari-
ety of creative and innovative educational programs that are outside the traditional school budget.
Please consider donating to the Grandville Education Foundation. Your gift will be used to directly benefit teachers and
students and is fully tax-deductible.
Visit@grandvilleeducationfoundation.org or on Facebook or Instagram GEF 3843 Prairie SW, Grandville MI 49418
WE ARE LOOKING FOR AN OUTSTANDING PERSON TO FILL THE ROLE OF
GEF EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
If you or someone you know is interested, please submit cover letter and resume to:
grandvilleeducationfoundation@gmail.com
Basic Duties include but not limited to:
• Networking skills • Manage and participate in the overall operations of the GEF • Work with the Board on volunteer recruitment and
coordination • Prepare a quarterly newsletter and annual report • Assist the Board of Directors in evaluating and approving grant requests
Grandville Education Foundation is a 501(c) (3) organization (Federal ID 38-3012286)
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EVENTS
GR AN DV IL L E H IGH
S CHO O L S P R IN G M U SICAL
2022 SIGN “THE MUSIC MAN”
UPS
The Music Man is a Broadway classic that
tells the story of Harold Hill, a fast talking
con man. He arrives in a small town,
REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
River City, and convinces the locals to
pay him to start a band for the young
(CLOSES FEBRUARY 18) people in town. His intention is to leave
after he collects their money, but the
young town librarian causes him to question
www.grandvillell.com his plans. Featuring classic songs like,“76
Trombones” and “Shipoopi”, the Music Man
• Coaches screened & trained • End of Season Tournament is sure to entertain both young and old.
• End of season All Star Tryouts • Volunteers are Welcome!
PLAYER FEES April 21, 22 & 23 @ 7:00pm
April 24 @ 2:00pm
T-Ball & Minors Division A (ages 4-6) COST: $80
$90 (ages 7-8) COST:
Grandville High School Auditorium
Minors AA to Seniors (ages 9-18) COST: $125 Performances are $12 at the door/ Students $10
Challenger COST: $25
Family Max $325
OPENING DAY APRIL 23 GRANDVILLE
BAND, ORCHESTRA & CHOIR CONCERTS
All concerts are FREE and in the GHS Auditorium
4700 Canal SW
JANUARY
28th @7pm GHS Sweet Serenades (Choir Solo and Ensemble)
FEBRUARY
10th @ 7pm 8th grade Symphony/Philharmonic Pre festival concert
13th @ 2pm GHS Band Pre-Festival Concert
17th @ 8pm GHS Choir Pre-Festival Concert
23rd @ 7pm 7th grade Chamber Orchestra Concert
S C H O O L S P I R I T A P PA R E L MARCH
10th @ TBD GHS Choir Concert
Go Dawgs! APRIL
Students entrepreneurs providing 28th @ 7pm GHS Jazz Night
school spirit and style. May
Open Saturdays in December 10:00 - 2:00 pm 1st @ 2pm GHS Spring Band Concert
Grandville High School Athletic Entrance 3rd @ 8pm GHS Orchestra Concert-Spring Strings #1
(616) 254-6602
10th @ 8pm GHS Orchestra Concert-Spring Strings #2
E: dogden@gpsbulldogs.org | F: The Dog Den
T: @grandvilleden | I:@grandvilledogden 12-13th @ 7pm GHS Choir Review Show
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ENRICHMENT CLASSES
YOUTH Draw Club (7-16 YEARS)
LOCATION: Grandville Middle School Project Room #1
Babysitting (9-13 Years) INSTRUCTOR: Wade Gugino
This one half day class will cover such areas as: the responsibility
of a babysitter in the care and feeding of children, basic child-
Draw club is a dedicated drawing community for young
care, different ways to entertain children, safety procedures, and people to learn and have fun.
emergency preparation. Each student will receive a workbook
and card indicating successful completion of the class. A short Old School Illustration Month!
break will be provided, so please feel free to bring a snack. Back to basics! Ways of Seeing exercises, still/wildlife art,
(Min. 10 / Maximum 20) shadow and color, and life/portraiture drawing makes this a fun
winter month! (Min. 10 - Maximum 25)
INSTRUCTOR: Jill Brower
LOCATION: Grandville Middle School Project Room SESSION: 200 | 7-16 years | $50 | 4 classes
Date Day Time
SESSION: 211 | 9-13 years | $35 |
Jan 6, 13, 20, & 27 Thursdays 5:00 - 6:30 pm
Date Day Time
March 5 Saturday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Comic Book Month!
Everyone loves superheroes and supervillains. Yours could be
the next big Marvel or DC franchise! Let’s learn how to create
and draw compelling comic book characters and develop their
“Home Alone” (8-12 Years) psychology. (Min. 10 - Maximum 25)
Is your child ready to stay home alone, but you want to be
confident he or she has the basic skills? This one half day class SESSION: 201 | 7-16 years | $50 | 4 classes
teaches important principles for safety at home and in the com-
munity. We will cover answering the door or phone, first aid, Date Day Time
fire safety rules, Internet safety, gun safety rules, and stranger Feb, 3, 10, 17 & March 3 Thursdays 5:00 - 6:30 pm
danger. Each student will receive a workbook and card indi- • NO CLASS FEBRUARY 24
cating successful completion of the class. A short break will be
provided, so please feel free to bring a snack. Manga & Fantasy Drawing
(Min 10 / Maximum 20) Big eyes, cutesy sidekicks, and fantasy creatures... We’ll delve
into these distinct styles and bring them together in a one page
INSTRUCTOR: Jill Brower layout! Fantasy art is huge. Monsters are en vogue. Aliens are the
LOCATION: Grandville Middle School Project Room bee’s knees. And cutesy creatures are the bomb! Let’s apply some
of these to prominent subjects of art to specific applications like
video game art, board game art and children’s book illustration.
SESSION: 212 | 8-12 years | $35 |
(Min. 10 - Maximum 25)
Date Day Time
March 5 Saturday 12:30 - 3:30 pm
SESSION: 202 | 7-16 years | $50 | 4 classes
Date Day Time
March 10, 17, 24, & April 14 Thursdays 5:00 - 6:30 pm
Boaters Safety (12 + Years) FREE
The Michigan Safe Boating Course offered by the Kent County Cartoons for T-Shirts and Merchandising
Sheriff’s Department covers all the laws, ethics, and safety pro- People need cartoons. Why not make some money while you’re
cedures needed to legally and safely operate a boat or PWC drawing. Learn how to make T-Shirt Designs (and get them
(Jet Ski/Wave Runner) in MI. Also, much emphasis will be on online for sale), how to create logos, how to create visual notes
water safety and “drown proofing”. Upon successful completion for people, and how to build motion graphic images. This is a
of the class, a Michigan Boating Safety Certificate will be issued. super fun month! (Min. 10 - Maximum 25)
This certificate is also acceptable in most of the other states!
Registration required. (Min. 15 / Maximum 30) SESSION: 203 | 7-16 years | $50 | 4 classes
Date Day Time
INSTRUCTOR: Kent County Sheriff’s Dept.
April 21, 28 & May 12, 19 Thursdays 5:00 - 6:30 pm
LOCATION: Grandville Middle School Project Room #2
* Classes will be offered online if there is a school closing
SESSION: 210 | 12+ years | FREE |
Date Day Time
April 21 Thursdays 5:45 - 9:15 pm
4. Winter/Spring Recreation 2022 | 616-254-6553 | recpro.gpsbulldogs.orgENRICHMENT CLASSES
BRICKS 4 KIDZ
NEW CLASSES
Cranium Contraptions (K-5th Grade)
Build and explore crazy contraptions that really work your brain.
Ticket to Ride (K-5th Grade)
Students use LEGO® Bricks, axles, pulleys, gears,and motors Delve into the history and mechanics of favorite amusement
to create fun and interactive models. Compete with friends in park rides in this imaginative unit. Students will construct a
a rousing game of Battle Tops or Foosball. Put your hand-eye Carousel Swing, Tilt a Whirl, Loop de Loop ride, Swing boat
coordination to the test with the Ping Pong Popper model. ride, and/or Merry Go Round. Lessons incorporate principles
Experiment with the Mini Fig Mover to see how this model will of physics, described in a way children can understand, such as
send your Mini Fig for a ride. All this and more are waiting to be “G-force” inertia and momentum, as well as math concepts such
discovered as students learn and play with Cranium Contrap- as “there are 360 degrees in a circle”. These engaging lessons
tions! (Min. 6 - Maximum 16) will give students an understanding of the physical forces they
experience every day. (Min. 6 - Maximum 16)
INSTRUCTOR: B4K Staff
INSTRUCTOR: B4K Staff
LOCATION: Grand View Art Room
LOCATION: Grand View Art Room
SESSION: 220 | K - 5th grade | $65 | 4 classes
SESSION: 223 | K - 5th grade | $65 | 4 classes
Date Day Time
Jan. 10- Feb. 7 Mondays 4:00 - 5:15 pm Date Day Time
April 11 - May 2 Mondays 4:00 - 5:15 pm
• NO CLASS JANUARY 17
Walker Bot Class Part 1 (3rd-5th Grade)
These bots are on the move! Some walk, some tumble, and Walker Bot Class Part 2 (3rd-5th Grade)
some prepare to hop. Students will love finding out how their These bots are on the move! Some walk, some tumble, and
bot will move once they build it. They will then write a pro- some prepare to hop. Students will love finding out how their
gram using the WeDo 2.0 software to control their walker bots. bot will move once they build it. They will then write a pro-
Challenging questions will engage the programmers in critical gram using the WeDo 2.0 software to control their walker bots.
thinking to determine how they can accomplish the goals. The Challenging questions will engage the programmers in critical
models included in this fun 2-week unit are the All Terrain Bot thinking to determine how they can accomplish the goals. The
and the Big Foot Walker. Join us in building and programming models included in this fun 2-week unit are the Alien Hopper
these awesome bots! No experience necessary! and Tumble Bot. Join us in building and programming these
(Min. 6 - Maximum 16)
awesome bots! No experience necessary! This class may be
taken without taking part 1. (Min. 6 - Maximum 16)
INSTRUCTOR: B4K Staff
INSTRUCTOR: B4K Staff
LOCATION: Grand View Art Room
LOCATION: Grand View Art Room
SESSION: 221 | 3rd - 5th grade | $35 | 2 classes
SESSION: 224 | 3rd - 5th grade | $35 | 2 classes
Date Day Time
Date Day Time
Feb. 21 & 28 Mondays 4:00 - 5:15 pm
May 16 & 23 Mondays 4:00 - 5:15 pm
Winter Fun (K-5th Grade)
Don’t get left out in the cold! Bring the winter fun indoors with
interactive Bricks 4 Kidz® models of some popular winter activi-
ties from the hair-raising thrill of the luge to a more relaxing pace
of the horse and sleigh. We’ll build the all-business snowplow as
well as the all-fun snow mobile. And our winter theme wouldn’t
be complete without ice hockey and skiing. No snow? No prob-
lem-all you need to create these winter memories are our bricks
and your imagination. (Min. 6 - Maximum 16)
INSTRUCTOR: B4K Staff
LOCATION: Grand View Art Room
SESSION: 222 | K - 5th grade | $65 | 4 classes
Date Day Time
March 7 - 28 Mondays 4:00 - 5:15 pm
Winter/Spring Recreation 2022 | 616-254-6553 | recpro.gpsbulldogs.org 5.ENRICHMENT CLASSES
Karate Traditional Shotokan (5-Adult ) NEW
Fencing (7-15 Years) Our little ninja class is designed for beginners to advance,
Fencing is considered an art of enjoyment, a science of arms athletic or not. The primary purpose of the class is to effectively
as well as one of the original Olympic sports. Basic skills are learn how to block, strike, kick and punch correctly. You’ll get
achievable in a few weeks. Training for fencing will improve stronger, build confidence, learn discipline and perseverance
posture, balance, flexibility, reactions and mental agility. You while learning all aspects of Japanse Martial Arts. Plus there will
will learn the skills necessary to bout with all provided equip- be opportunities for Belt testing, Tournaments and extra training.
ment. Professional coaches, Mikhail and Arkadiy Sarkisov, We are members of the AAU National Karate Program. Tradition-
both of whom are former Soviet Champions and World Cup al white, uniform required and can be purchased at the class for
finalists, are among the qualified instructors. This class will be $15-$25. (Min. 3 - Maximum 25)
combined with other Parks and Recreation Departments. All
equipment for this class is provided by the academy at no INSTRUCTOR: Sensei Chris Dalke: 6th degree Black Belt, certified in-
extra charge. Students should wear sweat pants (NO jeans), a structor, former USA karate team captain, Director of AAU Karate of Michigan
T-shirt, and clean athletic shoes with laces (NO street shoes). LOCATION: Central Elementary Gym
(Min. 6 / Maximum 16)
FREE TRIAL CLASS registration required
INSTRUCTOR: Grand Rapids Area Fencing Academy
SESSION 250 | 5-8 years | Free |
LOCATION: 1345 Monroe NW, Suite 102, Grand Rapids
Date Day Time
January 4 Tuesday 5:30 - 6:30 pm
SESSION: 213 | 7-15 years | $79 | 6 classes
Date Day Time SESSION 252 | 5-8 years | Free |
Jan. 11 - Feb. 15 Tuesdays 6:00 - 7:00 pm Date Day Time
March 15 Tuesday 5:30 - 6:30 pm
SESSION: 214 | 7-15 years | $79 | 6 classes
Date Day Time SESSION 1: 250-1 | 5-8 years | $70 | 8 classes
Feb. 22 - Mar. 29 Tuesdays 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Date Day Time
SESSION: 215 | 7-15 years | $79 | 6 classes Jan. 11 - March 1 Tuesdays 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Date Day Time SESSION 2: 252-1 | 5-8 years | $70 | 8 classes
April 12 - May 17 Tuesdays 6:00 - 7:00 pm
Date Day Time
March 22 - May 17 Tuesdays 5:30 - 6:30 pm
Hatha Yoga (6-12 Years)
Students are encouraged to embrace who they are in a FREE TRIAL CLASS registration required
non-competitive and nurturing environment. They’ll learn yoga SESSION 251 | 9 - adult | Free |
poses, while developing strength, flexibility, focus and balance.
Date Day Time
They will practice breath awareness and relaxation that teaches
kids how to calm themselves and manage stress in a healthy January 4 Tuesday 6:30 - 7:30 pm
and effective way. Please bring a yoga mat, a water bottle, and a SESSION 253 | 9 - adult | Free |
blanket or towel. Wear comfortable exercise clothes.
Date Day Time
(Minimum 6)
March 15 Tuesday 6:30 - 7:30 pm
INSTRUCTOR: Denise Mollenhauer
LOCATION: Grandville Community Education – SESSION 1: 251-1 | 9 - adult | $70 | 8 classes
Community Room
Date Day Time
Jan. 11 - March 1 Tuesdays 6:30 - 7:30 pm
SESSION: 793 | 6-12 years | $25 | 5 classes
Date Day Time
SESSION 2: 253-1 | 9 - adult | $70 | 8 classes
Jan. 13- Feb. 10 Thursdays 4:30 - 5:15 pm Date Day Time
March 22 - May 17 Tuesdays 6:30 - 7:00 pm
SESSION: 794 | 6-12 years | $25 | 5 classes
Date Day Time *NO CLASS* April 5
Feb. 17- March 24 Thursdays 4:30 - 5:15 pm
*NO CLASS* Feb. 24
6. Winter/Spring Recreation 2022 | 616-254-6553 | recpro.gpsbulldogs.orgENRICHMENT CLASSES
Robotics/Virtual Reality Roller Skating & Roller Blading Lessons
LOCATION: Amped Reality 2923 28th Street SE, Grand Rapids
(All Ages)
INSTRUCTOR: Amped Reality This class will teach the basics of roller skating and roller blad-
ing including starting & stopping, forward and backward ma-
neuvering, falling down & getting up, balancing on one foot,
Explore Space with Virtual Reality (9-Adult) technique, and safety. We’ll also mix in some fun with games!
You can re-live mankind’s greatest journey to the moon Lessons are taught by qualified skating instructors. Roller
(Apollo 11), go for a space walk, or control the arm on the skates, roller blades, or Fisher Price skates provided, or you
International Space Station. (Maximum 8) may bring your own. Skaters should arrive at least 15 minutes
SESSION: 275 | 9-adult | $18 early. Any parents that wish to stay and skate with their child
during class may do so free of charge or feel free to walk with
Date Day Time your child. To allow for each skater to improve without relying
Jan. 8 Saturday 10:30 - 11:30 am on an aid, we do not allow Skate-mate tools during class.
Build an Engine in VR (10-Adult) INSTRUCTOR: Tarry Hall
Learn about how engines work, and then build one virtually. LOCATION: Tarry Hall Skating Rink
This is a great opportunity to explore if you want to work in the
automotive business or be a mechanic (Maximum 8) SESSION: 690 | all ages | $38 | 4 classes
SESSION: 276 | 10-adult | $18 Date Day Time
Date Day Time Jan. 8 - Jan. 29 Saturdays 10:00 - 10:45 am
March 12 Saturday 10:30 - 11:30 am SESSION: 691 | all ages | $38 | 4 classes
Intro to Electronics Using Date Day Time
Feb. 5- 26 Saturdays 10:00 - 10:45 am
Minecraft VR (10-Adult)
Be INSIDE the MINECRAFT video game and learn basic SESSION: 692 | all ages | $38 | 4 classes
electronic concepts by comparing redstone to real-world Date Day Time
electronics. (Maximum 6) March 5- 26 Saturdays 10:00 - 10:45 am
SESSION: 277 | 10-adult | $18
SESSION: 693 | all ages | $38 | 4 classes
Date Day Time
Date Day Time
Feb 5 Saturday 10:30 - 11:30
April 16- May 7 Saturdays 10:00 - 10:45 am
Robotics/Virtual Reality
LOCATION: Century Park Learing Center Media Center
INSTRUCTOR: Amped Reality
Intro to Technology (3rd-5th Grade)
These 3 classes will introduce you to coding. electronics, & 3D
printing! Start your first coding project & learn how to continue
at home. Use a computer program to learn the basics of
electronic circuits and see some examples. Use TinkerCAD to
learn the basics of Computer-Aided-Design and design your
own small trinket (keychain, chess pawn, etc) to be 3D printed
for you to pick up later. (Min. 5 - Maximum 13)
SESSION: 278 | 3rd-5th grade | $40 | 3 classes
Date Day Time
Feb 2, 9 & 16 Wednesdays 4:00 -5:00 pm
REGISTER ONLINE
Build a Doodle Robot to Take Home (1st-3rd Grade)
Enjoy building your own robot, and playing with it while you learn FOR PROGRAMS AT
about how robots work! This class is designed for younger chil-
dren ages 5-9 and would be a great opportunity to build a robot recpro.gpsbulldogs.org
with a parent or grandparent. (Min. 8 - Maximum 25)
SESSION: 279 | 1st-3rd grade | $25
Date Day Time
Feb. 17 Thursday 4:00 -5:00 pm
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Self-Defense and Safety Awareness
(5-15 Years)
LOOK
This fun course is designed for self-defense purposes, empha-
sizing child safety awareness. The children practice martial arts
techniques to help them get out of dangerous situations. We
show them how to walk away from a fight and, when necessary,
defend themselves. The students learn confidence and how to
become young men and women of integrity. They have the op-
for the
summer
portunity to spar (light contact) and to progress to higher belts.
[Additional fees apply in these.] This program was designed
specifically for children age 5 through 15, and is taught by a
BROCHURE
Peaceful Dragons Black Belt who has extensive training in deal-
ing with children. Students are placed into classes according to
age and ability. The kids can also earn certificates and medals.
(Min. 5 - Maximum 24)
INSTRUCTOR: Peaceful Dragons [after spring break]
LOCATION: South Elementary Gym
WINTER SESSIONS
SESSION: 675 | 5-8 years beginners | $79 | 9 classes
Date Day Time
Jan. 26 - Mar. 23 Wednesdays 6:00 - 6:45 pm
SESSION: 676 | 5-8 years returning | $79 | 9 classes
Date Day Time REGISTRATIONS BEGINS
Jan. 26 - Mar. 23 Wednesdays 6:45 - 7:30 pm
MAY 2 , 2022
SESSION: 677 | 9-12 years beginners | $79 | 9 classes
Date Day Time
Jan. 26 - Mar. 23 Wednesdays 7:30 - 8:15 pm
SESSION: 678 | 9-15 years returning | $79 | 9 classes
Date Day Time
Jan. 26 - Mar. 23 Wednesdays 8:15 - 9:00 pm
SPRING SESSIONS
SESSION: 679 | 5-8 years beginners | $79 | 9 classes
Date Day Time
March 30 - June 1 Wednesdays 6:00 - 6:45 pm
SESSION: 680 | 5-8 years returning | $79 | 9 classes
Date Day Time
March 30 - June 1 Wednesdays 6:45 - 7:30 pm
SESSION: 681 | 9-12 years beginners | $79 | 9 classes
Date Day Time
March 30 - June 1 Wednesdays 7:30 - 8:15 pm
SESSION: 682 | 9-15 years returning | $79 | 9 classes
Date Day Time
March 30 - June 1 Wednesdays 8:15 - 9:00 pm
* A uniform is highly recommended. Uniforms available 1st evening for $39
*NO CLASS* April 6
8. Winter/Spring Recreation 2022 | 616-254-6553 | recpro.gpsbulldogs.orgSPORTS PROGRAMS/CAMPS
YOUTH basketball
LIL’ BULLDOGS ELEMENTARY BOYS BASKETBALL CAMP (1st - 2nd Grade)
LOCATION: Grandville Middle and High DESCRIPTION: The 1st and 2nd grade program will consist of fundamental
School Gyms and skill building sessions which will focus on passing, dribbling, and
INSTRUCTORS: Varsity Basketball Coach shooting.
Desmond Young and staff
SESSION: 510 | 1st - 2nd grade |
Date Day Time
Feb. 5, 12, 19 Saturdays 9:00-10:30 am
COST: $50 Includes T-shirt if registered by January 20
LOCATION: Feb. 5, 19 Grandville Middle School Gym, Feb. 12 Grandville High School Gym
FUTURE LADY BULLDOGS (1st - 6th Grade)
LOCATION: Grandville Middle and High DESCRIPTION: Join the Girls’ Basketball Program for a skills camp in a fun
School Gyms and competitive environment where you can enrich your passion for basket-
INSTRUCTORS: Varsity Basketball Coach ball with your friends and future teammates. Camp will be taught by current
Lindsey Karpowicz & Staff high school players and program coaches. While at camp, players will work
on developing fundamental skills, court awareness, decision making, team-
work, and an overall solid foundation for the game of basketball. We encour-
age and invite everyone with a passion for the game to attend. All skill levels
are welcomed.
SESSION: 520 | 1st- 3rd grade | SESSION: 521 | 4th- 6th grade |
Date Day Time Date Day Time
Jan. 8, 15, Saturdays 9:00-10:15 am Jan. 8, 15, Saturdays 10:30-noon
22 & 29 22 & 29
COST: $35 Includes T-shirt if registered COST: $50 Includes T-shirt if registered
by December 17 by December 17
LOCATION: Jan. 8 Grandville High School Gym
Jan. 15, 22, 29 Grandville Middle School Gym
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YOUTH cheerleading
These classes will focus on the key components of the sport: precision and execution of motions, jumps, tumbling and
flexibility skills, stunting, teamwork and FUN! Girls will enjoy learning choreographed material focusing on the basics for
the beginning cheerleader and fine tuning skills for the more advanced.
GRANDVILLE COMPETITIVE CHEER (3rd - 8th Grade)
LOCATION: Prairie View Cheer Center DESCRIPTION 3rd- 7th Grade: Classes will be taught by our coaching staff and
(use Superior St. entrance) assisted by members of the Grandville High School Competitive Cheer Program.
INSTRUCTORS: Coach Jenny Klein
& Varsity Competitive Cheerleaders DESCRIPTION 8th Grade: Classes are designed to get our 8th grade cheerleaders
ready for High School Cheerleading. The class will be taught by our Assistant Varsity
Cheer Coach, Jenny Klein. Jenny will be assisted by members of the Grandville High
School Competitive Cheer Program.
SESSION: 511 | 3rd - 5th grade | SESSION: 512 | 6th - 7th grade |
Date Day Time Date Day Time
Feb. 15 – Mar. 22 Tuesdays 6:00-8:00 pm Feb. 15 – Mar. 22 Tuesdays 6:00-8:00 pm
SESSION: 513 | 8th grade|
Date Day Time
Feb. 15 – Mar. 22 Tuesdays 6:00-8:00 pm
COST: $100 Includes T-shirt. 6 WEEKS
REGISTER
at the first class on
CHAMPION FORCE CHEERLEADING (4 - 15 Years) FEBRUARY 7
$10.00 registration fee
LOCATION: Grand View Elementary Gym INSTRUCTOR: Champion Force Non-refundable
DESCRIPTION: Cheerleading with Champion Force Athletics is a fun and exciting program for students ages 4-15 with or without
previous experience. Students will learn jumps, kicks, arm motions, stunting, cheers and chants, and learn a pom dance routine;
the necessary skills needed for school cheerleading tryouts. Our program works to build self-confidence, poise, self-esteem and
physical fitness. Optional events may be offered.
DIVISION 1 | 4 - 6 years | DIVISION 2 | 7 - 9 years | DIVISION 3 | 10 + years |
Date Day Time Date Day Time Date Day Time
Feb. 7 - May 23 Mon. 5:30-6:15 pm Feb. 7 - May 23 Mon. 6:15-7:00 pm Feb. 7 - May 23 Mon. 7:00-7:45 pm
COST: $9/ per week (paid at class) Register at erp.championforce.com/onlineregistration ($10 one time registration fee)
1.800.940.7469 or local 616.538.2888
*NO CLASS* April 4
10. Winter/Spring Recreation 2022 | 616-254-6553 | recpro.gpsbulldogs.orgSPORTS PROGRAMS/CAMPS
YOUTH
LOCATION: Kids Unlimited
gymnastics + ninja 596 Baldwin Ave Jension 616.457.4848
COST: $60 / 4 weeks CLASS TIME: 45 min
KZ PRESCHOOL GYMNASTICS DAY JAN. 8 - 29 FEB. 5 - 26 MAR. 5 - 26 APRIL. 16 - MAY 7
GIRLS + Boys (3 - 5 Years) SAT. SESSION: 829 SESSION: 835 SESSION: 841 SESSION: 847
9:30 am 9:30 am 9:30 am 9:30 am
DESCRIPTION: This class is for the beginner that wants
to learn the basics of gymnastics along with making new
friends. (Maximum 6)
DAY JAN. 8 - 29 FEB. 5 - 26 MAR. 5 - 26 APRIL. 16 - MAY 7
SCHOOL AGE GYMNASTICS
GIRLS (6 + Years) SAT. SESSION: 830 SESSION: 836 SESSION: 842 SESSION: 848
9:30 am 9:30 am 9:30 am 9:30 am
SESSION: 831 SESSION: 837 SESSION: 843 SESSION: 849
DESCRIPTION: This class will focus on all 4 events - Bars, 10:30 am 10:30 am 10:30 am 10:30 am
Beam, Floor, and Vault. We will also incorporate trampoline
and Double Mini. (Maximum 8) SESSION: 832 SESSION: 838 SESSION: 844 SESSION: 850
11:30 am 11:30 am 11:30 am 11:30 am
NINJA JR. GIRLS + BOYS (4 - 5 Years) DAY JAN. 8 - 29 FEB. 5 - 26 MAR. 5 - 26 APRIL. 16 - MAY 7
SAT. SESSION: 833 SESSION: 839 SESSION: 845 SESSION: 851
DESCRIPTION: Does your child like to tumble? Stunt? 10:30 am 10:30 am 10:30 am 10:30 am
Run? Learn how to rapidly negotiate obstacles while
flipping, jumping, climbing, and twisting while in a safe
padded environment! (Maximum 6)
NINJA UNLIMITED GIRLS DAY JAN. 8 - 29 FEB. 5 - 26 MAR. 5 - 26 APRIL. 16 - MAY 7
+ BOYS (6 + Years) SAT. SESSION: 834 SESSION: 840 SESSION: 846 SESSION: 852
11:30 am 11:30 am 11:30 am 11:30 am
DESCRIPTION: Does your child like to tumble? Stunt?
Run? Learn how to rapidly negotiate obstacles while
flipping, jumping, climbing, and twisting while in a safe
padded environment! (Maximum 8)
BOYS + GIRLS SPRING BREAK CAMPS (5 + Years)
A snack and OPEN GYM is included in every camp.
AMERICAN NINJA ALL AROUND
WARRIOR GYMNASTICS FORT BUILDING
DESCRIPTION: Does your child like to DESCRIPTION: Love gymnastics? Then DESCRIPTION: We will build forts in
tumble? Stunt? Run? Learn how to rapidly what’s better than practicing 3 hours per teams and a judge will pick the best one!
negotiate obstacles while flipping, jump- day! We will practice vault, floor, bars and We will also build an EPIC fort as an entire
ing, climbing, and twisting while in a safe beam. (Maximum 12) team. (Maximum 12)
padded environment! (Maximum 12)
DAY APRIL 4 - 8 DAY APRIL 4 - 8 DAY APRIL 4 - 8
Mon. - Fri. SESSION: 853 Mon. - Fri. SESSION: 854 Mon. - Fri. SESSION: 855
9:00 - 12:00 pm 9:00 - 12:00 pm 1:00 - 4:00 pm
COST: $85 COST: $85 COST: $85
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YOUTH hockey
INTRODUCTION TO HOCKEY BOYS & GIRLS (5 - 9 Years)
LOCATION: Griff’s Georgetown Ice Center 8500 48th Ave. Hudsonville
DESCRIPTION: Griff’s at Georgetown is the Official Home of the Grandville Hockey Development Program. Bulldog Varsity
Hockey Coach, Joel Breazeale welcomes you to be part of the successful tradition of Grandville Hockey. Come learn and train
with Coach Breazeale as he provides a positive, fun and high energy hockey experience for Grandville students of all ages.
SESSION: 603 | 5-9 years | 9 weeks | SESSION: 687 | 5-9 years | 8 weeks |
Date Day Time Date Day Time
Jan. 8 - March 5 Saturdays 10:00-10:50 am March 12 -Apr. 30 Saturdays 10:00-10:50 am
COST: $150 / Full equipment is required COST: $135 / Full equipment is required
EQUIPMENT NEEDED: Helmet, shoulder and arm pads, gloves, hockey pants, stick, shin guards,
hockey stockings, and puck.
YOUTH skate
LEARN TO ICE SKATE BOYS & GIRLS (5+ Years)
LOCATION: Griff’s Georgetown Ice Center 8500 48th Ave. Hudsonville
DESCRIPTION: The skills learned in our lessons are easily applied to either figure skating or hockey. Your child will receive 50
minutes of instruction each week. Come early to the first session: be at the Griff’s Georgetown Ice Center 20 minutes before
the session starts. This allows time to fit skates, get class assignments, name tags, etc. All skaters must wear a helmet (hockey
or bike). Dress warm, wear gloves. Wear only one pair of thin socks (you want the skates to fit). The focus and goals of our learn
to skate curriculum are designed to teach beginner hockey players the fundamentals of skating. We will teach how to balance,
bend, march forward, stride, how to get back up off the ice, agility, glide and more. We will run stations on the ice for the skaters
to rotate through during instruction. 25 minutes of instruction and 25 minutes of practice each week.
SESSION: 604 | 5+ years | 9 weeks | SESSION: 689 | 5+ years | 8 weeks |
Date Day Time Date Day Time
Jan. 8 - March 5 Saturdays 9:00 - 9:50 am March 12 – Apr. 30 Saturdays 9:00-9:50 am
COST: $150 / Includes skate rental COST: $135 / Includes skate rental
12.
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YOUTH lacrosse
Lacrosse is often called “The Fastest Game on Two Feet”! It also happens to be one of the fastest growing sports in West Michigan.
Lacrosse is a sport that is played on the run, requires teamwork and develops a wide variety of skill sets. Our program works on the
basic fundamentals of passing, catching and moving with the ball, while developing strategic game strategies as the players get
older. Many of our volunteer coaches have received training from US Lacrosse and understand the importance of providing a
challenging and enjoyable playing experience for the young athletes. Grandville Youth Lacrosse offers programs for Girls and
Boys from Kindergarten thru 8th Grade.
LEARN TO PLAY BOYS + GIRLS (K - 2nd Grade)
LOCATION: Grandville High School Bulldog field
SESSION: 300 | K- 2nd grade | 4 weeks |
DESCRIPTION: This is a soft stick program developed by
US Lacrosse. No equipment is needed as we will provide Date Day Time
the sticks and balls. Varsity Girls/Boys Coaches and Players April 30, May 7,14, & 21 Saturdays 10:00-11:00 am
from Grandville High School will be providing instructions.
Girls and Boys will be playing on separate fields during the COST: $25 includes T-shirt
program.
GIRLS LACROSSE CLINIC (3rd - 8th Grade) FREE
LOCATION: Grandville High School gym INSTRUCTORS: Varsity Coach Alex Vanden Bosch & high school girls lacrosse staff
EQUIPMENT NEEDED: Goggles, mouth guard, girls lacrosse stick.
SESSION: 307 | 3rd- 5th grade | SESSION: 308 | 6th- 8th grade |
Date Day Time Date Day Time
TBD Saturdays 9:00-10:30 am TBD Saturdays 10:30-12:00 pm
COST: FREE
GIRLS LACROSSE TEAMS (3rd - 8th Grade)
LOCATION: Prairie View Field EQUIPMENT NEEDED: Goggles, mouth guard, girls lacrosse stick.
DESCRIPTION: Grandville teams will play against other Grand Rapids Area Community Programs. Practice starts in mid-March and
games begin after Spring Break. There is no practice over Spring Break.
SESSION: 301 | 3rd- 4th grade | SESSION: 302 | 5th- 6th grade | SESSION: 303 | 7th- 8th grade |
Games Practices per week Games Practices per week Games Practices per week
10-12 1-2 12-15 2-3 12-15 2-3
COST: $90 COST: $110 COST: $130
BOYS LACROSSE TEAMS (3rd - 8th Grade)
LOCATION: Middle School at Wedgwood Field EQUIPMENT NEEDED: Helmet (white), lacrosse stick, mouth guard, athletic cup,
shoulder/elbow pads and gloves.
SESSION: 304 | 3rd- 4th grade | SESSION: 305 | 5th- 6th grade | SESSION: 306 | 7th- 8th grade |
Games Practices per week Games Practices per week Games Practices per week
10-12 1-2 12-15 2-3 12-15 2-3
COST: $90 COST: $110 COST: $130
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YOUTH softball YOUTH running
GIRLS SOFTBALL CAMP (1st - 8th Grade) TRAILDAWGS RUNNING CLUB NEW
1 Day Clinic (4th - 6th Grade)
LOCATION: Grandville HighSchool Gym LOCATION: At participating schools
INSTRUCTORS: Varsity Coach Troy Ungrey & GHS coaching staff
DESCRIPTION: Traildawgs running club is excited to return! We
Join Varsity Coaching staff for a 1 day clinic. The hitting session will meet 2 days a week for 6-8 weeks at participating schools.
Each practice run will average 2-4 miles. Club registration
will include hitting technique instruction and will include T-work,
includes weekly practices, snacks, fee for a 5K race, a Traildawgs
Soft toss, live pitching and bunting. This will be followed by a
shirt and end of the year pizza party!
defense & pitching session that will include defensive skill tech-
nique instruction on fielding ground balls, fly balls and some Volunteer coaches are needed for each elementary school to
introductory techniques on pitching and catching. make this possible. Coaches can run or ride bike as they coach
runners. Please contact Instructor/Coach Diane
Rycenga at drycga@yahoo.com if you have any questions.
SESSION: 100 | 1st- 8th grade |
SESSIONS: Starts week of March 1 - Day of week TBD
Date Day Time
March 12 Saturday 9:45 - 11:15 am TIME FOR ALL SESSIONS: 3:45 - 5:00pm
Hitting
March 12 Saturday 11:30 - 1:00 pm SESSION: 330CE CENTRAL
Defense & Pitching
SESSION: 330CP CENTURY PARK
COST: $45 Includes both sessions and T-shirt
if registerd by Feb. 18. SESSION: 330CU CUMMINGS
SESSION: 330EA EAST
SESSION: 330GV GRAND VIEW
SESSION: 330SO SOUTH
SESSION: 330WE WEST
COST: $55 6-8 WEEKS
YOUTH rugby
CO-ED RUGBY TEAM (6th - 8th Grade)
LOCATION: Grandville Middle School - soccer field
behind school SESSION: 508 | 6th -8th grade |
INSTRUCTORS: HS girls rugby coach Kelli Vanover +
Date Day Time
coach from HS boys rugby TBD
April 3- May 17 Sundays 4:00-5:30 pm
Tuesdays 6:30-8:00 pm
DESCRIPTION: Grandville High School Boys and Girls Rugby
coaching staff and players team up to bring the experience COST: $65 EQUIPMENT NEEDED: Mouth guard,
of this exciting sport to 6th, 7th and 8th graders in the area! includes T-shirt cleats (soccer or football is ok NO base-
These programs are known nationwide and graduating play- + 25 CIPP fee ball or track cleats), Plus $25 CIPP (paid
ers are consistently sought after for college scholarships and Paid to USA to USA Rugby Association) information
higher-level team play. Rugby instills teamwork, dedication, Rugby Assoc. at first practice.
and diversity with both physical fitness and focus. The youth GAMES: Occur on weekends, often 3-4 games total
program will teach the basics skills and safety of rugby and throughout the season
the players will have the opportunity to play a number of full
youth games throughout the 1.5 month program.
NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE NECESSARY.
10.
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HATHA YOGA & PILATES GROOVE FIT
BEGINNING (16 + Years)
INSTRUCTORS: Lindsay Tozer
LOCATION: Grandville Community INSTRUCTORS: DESCRIPTION: Groove Fit is a mind-blowing, functionally
Education Community Room Denise Mollenhauer integrated fitness experience. Not only do you get to Dance
Your Heart out in the way that best suits your body and soul,
DESCRIPTION: The instructor will adjust the difficulty level of you will also be encouraged to focus on every area of fitness
this class to fit the participants in the class. Everyone can ben- you can possibly think of including cardiovascular, flexibility,
efit from practicing yoga and pilates. Come join us in a class coordination, balance, agility, muscular strength, muscular
paced just right for beginners. You’ll improve your strength, endurance, and exclusive to the Groove Method experience,
flexibility, coordination and range of motion. You’ll also enjoy we’re gonna pump-up your creativity muscle. There are no
improved circulation, cardiovascular health, and reduced fancy steps or choreography to memorize, just unite in a ridic-
stress. Please bring a yoga mat, a water bottle, and a blanket ulously SIMPLE yet effective movement connected to MAKE-
or towel. Please wear comfortable exercise clothes. YOU-WANNA-Dance music and GROOVE yourself FIT!
SESSION: 791 SESSION: 730 LOCATION: Central Elementary
Date Day Time Date Day Time
Jan. 13 - Mar.31 Thursdays 5:30 - 6:30 pm Jan.10 - Feb. 7 Mondays 6:30-7:30 pm
COST: $84 12 WEEKS SESSION: 731 LOCATION: Central Elementary
Date Day Time
SESSION: 795 Feb. 28 - March 28 Mondays 6:30-7:30 pm
Date Day Time
April 14 - May 26 Thursdays 5:30 - 6:30 pm COST: $30 5 WEEKS
COST: $49 7 WEEKS SESSION: 732 LOCATION: Central Elementary
Date Day Time
April 11 - May 16 Mondays 6:30-7:30 pm
COST: $35
HATHA YOGA & PILATES
6 WEEKS
CONTINUING (16 + Years)
SESSION: 733 -Morning Class LOCATION: Community Ed
LOCATION: Grandville Community INSTRUCTORS: Date Day Time
Education Community Room Denise Mollenhauer Jan. 6 - March 17 Thursdays 9:30-10:30 am
DESCRIPTION: Now that you’ve mastered the beginning stages COST: $60 10 WEEKS NO CLASS Feb. 17
of yoga, you’re ready to move to the next step! This class intro-
duces more challenging poses, while enhancing familiar poses SESSION: 734 -Morning Class LOCATION: Community Ed
with more detail. We’ll incorporate the Pilates method, famous
for developing strength, flexibility and coordination. Participants Date Day Time
should have completed at least one session of Beginning Yoga April 14 - May 19 Thursdays 9:30-10:30 am
with Pilates and/or have some previous experience with yoga
and Pilates. Please bring a yoga mat, a water bottle, and a blan- COST: $35 6 WEEKS
ket or towel. Please wear comfortable exercise clothes.
SESSION: 792
Date Day Time
Jan. 13 - Mar. 31 Thursdays 6:40 - 7:40 pm
COST: $84 12 WEEKS
SESSION: 796
Date Day Time
April 14 - May 26 Thursdays 6:40 - 7:40 pm
COST: $49 7 WEEKS
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PICKLEBALL
LOCATION: Cummings Elementary Gym COORDINATOR/ INSTRUCTOR: Pegge Krepps
DESCRIPTION: Imagine a game that is a cross between tennis, ping pong and badminton. Sound strange? It is pickleball and it is the
fastest-growing sport in the world. Come learn to play with a whiffle ball and a paddle on a badminton-sized court. Pickleball is designed
for both men and women, no matter your age or physical limitation. You will get the hang of footwork, balance, scoring and all the funda-
mentals. Wear comfortable clothes and tennis shoes. Bring your own paddle or use a loaner paddle that will be provided.
Each night a session of 8 players will play games rotating partners throughout. Your attendance is important to ensure game play. Subs
can be provided.
SESSION 1: Jan 3 - Feb 24 SESSION 2: March 7 - April 21
SESSION: 750 | BEGINNERS W/ EXPERIENCE LEAGUE SESSION: 758 | BEGINNERS W/ EXPERIENCE LEAGUE
Day Time Day Time
Monday 5:00-6:30 pm Monday 5:00-6:30 pm
SESSION: 751 | WOMENS ADVANCED LEAGUE SESSION: 759 | WOMENS ADVANCE LEAGUE
Day Time Day Time
Monday 6:30-8:30 pm Monday 6:30-8:30 pm
SESSION: 752 | CO-ED INTERMEDIATE LEAGUE SESSION: 760 | CO-ED INTERMEDIATE LEAGUE
Day Time Day Time
Tuesday 5:30-7:30 pm Tuesday 5:30-7:30 pm
SESSION: 753 | CO-ED ADVANCED LEAGUE SESSION: 761 | CO-ED ADVANCED LEAGUE
Day Time Day Time
Tuesday 7:30-9:30 pm Tuesday 7:30-9:30 pm
SESSION: 754 | BEGINNERS W/ EXPERIENCE LEAGUE SESSION: 762 | BEGINNERS W/ EXPERIENCE LEAGUE
Day Time Day Time
Wednesday 5:00-6:30 pm Wednesday 5:00-6:30 pm
SESSION: 755 | WOMENS INTERMEDIATE LEAGUE SESSION: 763 | WOMENS INTERMEDIATE LEAGUE
Day Time Day Time
Wednesday 6:30-8:30 pm Wednesday 6:30-8:30 pm
SESSION: 756 | WOMENS W/ EXPERIENCE LEAGUE SESSION: 764 | WOMENS W/ EXPERIENCE LEAGUE
Day Time Day Time
Thursday 5:30-7:00 pm Thursday 5:30-7:00 pm
SESSION: 757 | CO-ED ADVANCED LEAGUE SESSION: 765 | CO-ED ADVANCED LEAGUE
Day Time Day Time
Thursday 7:00-9:00 pm Thursday 7:00-9:00 pm
COST: $40 8 WEEKS COST: $30 6 WEEKS • NO CLASS WEEK OF APRIL 4
10.
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MORNING BASKETBALL POUND NEW
LOCATION: Grandville Middle School LOCATION: Grandville Community Ed Community Room
COORDINATOR: John Auchter COORDINATOR: Kelly Shephard
DESCRIPTION: Anybody with at least passable basketball skills, DESCRIPTION: Instead of listening to music, you become the
likes to play, and who is typically too busy to play otherwise. music in this exhilarating full-body workout that combines
Please bring a white shirt and a dark shirt. cardio, conditioning, and strength training with yoga and
Pilates-inspired movements. Using Ripstix®, lightly weighted
drumsticks engineered specifically for exercising, POUND
SESSION: 741- MENS transforms drumming into an incredibly effective way of
Date Day Time working out. Designed for all fitness levels, POUND® provides
Jan. 3 - May 27 Mon., Wed. & Fri. 5:45 - 7:00 am the perfect atmosphere for letting loose, getting energized,
toning up and rockin’ out! The workout is easily modifiable
COST: $25 Open only when school is in session.
and the alternative vibe and welcoming philosophy appeals
to men and women of all ages and abilities. Please bring a
yoga mat and water bottle to class.
TRADITIONAL SHOTOKAN NEW SESSION: 758
KARATE (9 - Adult) Date Day Time
Jan. 4 - Feb. 8 Tuesdays 6:30 - 7:30 pm
LOCATION: Central Elementary Gym
SESSION: 759
INSTRUCTORS: Sensei Chris Dalke: 6th degree Black Belt, certi-
fied instructor, former USA karate team captain, Director of AAU Karate Date Day Time
of Michigan Feb. 15 - March 22 Tuesdays 6:30 - 7:30 pm
DESCRIPTION: Our youth, women and mens class is designed SESSION: 773
for beginners to advance, athletic or not. The primary purpose Date Day Time
of the class is to effectively learn how to block, strike, kick and April 12 - May 17 Tuesdays 6:30 - 7:30 pm
punch correctly. Also you’ll get stronger, build confidence,
learn discipline and perseverance while learning all aspects of
COST: $45 BRING YOGA MAT
Japanse Martial Arts. Finally you’ll meet new friends all in a pos-
itive family environment. Plus there will be opportunity for Belt 6 WEEKS
testing, Tournaments and extra training if wanted. We are mem-
bers of the AAU National Karate Program. (Min. 3 - Maximum 25)
Traditional white, uniform required for class and can be
purchased at the class for $15-$25.
VOLLEYBALL
FREE TRIAL CLASS registration required
LOCATION: South Elementary Gym COORDINATOR: Ken Kossen
SESSION: 251
Date Day Time DESCRIPTION: Co-ed competitive play for all adult ages.
January 4 Tuesday 6:30 - 7:30 pm Previous volleyball experience preferred.
SESSION: 252
SESSION: 760
Date Day Time
March 15 Tuesday 6:30 - 7:30 pm Date Day Time
Jan. 3 - March 14 Mondays 7:00 - 9:00 pm
SESSION 1: 251- 1 COST: $36 11 WEEKS
Date Day Time SESSION: 761
Jan. 11 - Mar. 1 Tuesdays 6:30 - 7:30 pm
Date Day Time
SESSION 2: 253 - 1 April 11 - May 16 Mondays 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Date Day Time COST: $22 6 WEEKS
March 22 - May 17 Tuesdays 6:30 - 7:30 pm
COST: $70 8 CLASSES • NO CLASS APRIL 4
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Give a student an
opportunity to
experience a class or camp.
This scholarship program is made in Go to:
memory of Alyssa Arends. Alyssa was recpro.gpsbulldogs.org
to donate!
a freshman at Grandville High School,
when she passed away from compli-
cations relating to chemotherapy for
treatment of Ewings Sarcoma (bone
cancer) in 2014. Alyssa was a very
active teenager and loved to try new
things. She had been given many
opportunities through Grandville
Community Education, and we would
like to assist others with an opportunity to do the same. It is
our goal to award many GCE scholarships annually to allow
as many children as possible to “Learn-Grow-Lead” as Alyssa THE ALYSSA ARENDS GPS COMMUNITY
did. EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIP FUND
PLEASE consider applying for a scholarship by completing the application below and submitting it to:
Grandville Community Education 3843 Prairie St. SW Grandville, MI 49418
STUDENT INFORMATION
First Name: ________________________________ Last Name: ____________________________ Date: ___________
Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________________
City: ______________________________________________________ State: _____________ Zip: ___________
Home Phone: __________________________ School: ________________________________ Grade: _____________
PARENT INFORMATION
First Name: __________________________________________ Last Name: ____________________________________
Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________________
City: ________________________________________________________ State: _____________ Zip: ___________
Home Phone: _________________________________ Email: _____________________________________
Number of Grandville Public Schools students in household: __________ Is there financial need: ____________
Is the student able to attend without scholarship?: __________
Class/Camp Interested in: ___________________________________________________________________________
Personal Interests/Hobbies: __________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
If we were to ask your friends to describe you, what would the say?: ______________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
I, ______________________________________, give permission to use photo of my son/daughter for scholarship promotions.
Signature of parent
YES NO
18. Winter/Spring Recreation 2022 | 616-254-6553 | recpro.gpsbulldogs.orgSWIMMING
REGISTRATION BEGINS
Monday, December 13
ONLINE REGISTRATION
WINTER/SPRING SWIM
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january 3- may 29, 2022
LOCATION: Middle School Pool. POOL MANAGER: Michelle Methric mmethric@gpsbulldogs.org
*Grandville Aquatics and the Community Education Office will monitor to ensure that the needs of the class/program are fulfilled. This may
mean canceling programs due to lack of numbers. Contact the Community Education Office if you have any questions about program
numbers.
Grandville Recreation Aquatics offers a variety of programs for all ages. All of our swim instructors are specifically trained to meet the needs
of all participants. Feel free to contact pool staff with aquatic questions. Grandville Aquatics is committed to serving you with quality pro-
gramming.
Grandville Recreation Aquatic Staff reserves the right to deny swimming privileges to anyone who breaks pool rules or is continually
misbehaving. Grandville Recreation Aquatic Staff may request a swim test to determine a person’s swimming ability.
POOL WEATHER POLICIES POOL RULES
• Grandville Aquatics will cancel all activities if GPS is closed, • Children under 10 years old, or non-swimmers, must be
or delayed, due to weather. accompanied by a responsible person 18 years or older.
• Children who are not toilet-trained must wear swim diapers
• During a tornado watch, all swimmers will be notified of or rubber pants. (Disposable diapers are not allowed.
weather conditions. Programs that are running at the • No flotation devices or toys are allowed past the lifeline.
time of the issued watch will conclude at its scheduled time. • Appropriate swim wear is required. T-shirts and cut-offs are
All activities scheduled after an issued tornado watch not allowed.
will be canceled if the watch is still in effect. • NO running, horseplay, splashing, dunking, spitting, or
pushing.
• Grandville Aquatics will be closed in the event of a tornado • When a whistle is blown, stop whatever you are doing and
warning. If a warning is issued during an activity, participant listen for instructions from the Lifeguard.
will be encouraged to seek shelter in school facilities. • No food of any kind, including chewing gum, is allowed in
the pool area.
• During a thunderstorm watch or warning swimmers will be • Street shoes are not allowed on the pool deck.
notified of weather • Kickboards and pull buoys ONLY may be used during
designated Water Fitness times, with the discretion of the
lifeguard.
• No Instructional toys may be used during Open Swim.
• Glass or breakable objects are prohibited in the pool and
locker room area.
DIVING/DEEP END RULES • Any person who has an infectious/communicable disease
or condition (such as a cold, rash, or open blister), must
check with pool management before entering the
• No diving in the shallow end. swimming pool.
• One person on the board at a time AND only one bounce • Grandville Community Aquatics offers a variety of private
on the board at a time. lessons for any age participant. Because we offer private
• Jump straight off the board, not to the side of the board. lessons through community education there can be NO
• Once you have gone off the diving board, swim immediately coaching or teaching taking place during any open or lap
to the closest ladder. swim. All private instruction must be given by a GPS staff
• Only forward entries are allowed. This means no inward, member through registration at Grandville Community
reverse, or backward entries. Education. We apologize for any inconvenience this may
• Must go off from a standing position. cause.
• Must shower before entering pool
• One bounce off board
• Hair 4 inches or longer must be tied up or in a swim cap
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OPEN SWIM SENIOR AQUA AEROBICS (60 + Years)
LOCATION: Grandville Middle School Pool LOCATION: Grandville Middle School Pool
Children under 10 years old, or non-swimmers, must be
accompanied by a responsible person 18 years or older. We This class is low-medium intensity and designed to strengthen
suggest a note from the parent/guardian be brought with the and tone muscles, and increase flexibility. This workout will give
children if there are any questions as to their swimming ability. participants a low to moderate cardiovascular workout. Great
See pool rules for details. PLEASE NOTE: The pool will close music, good friends, and lots of enthusiasm!
during severe weather conditions. Time changes may occur
due to contamination, mechanical failure, or interscholastic/
recreation sports.
DATE DAY TIME
Jan. 4 - May 26 Tues. & Thurs. 9:00-10:00 am
THURSDAY
Date Time COST: First visit $3 Walk-In
April 14 - May 26 6:30-8:30 pm PUNCH PASS COST: $30 (10 punches)
$60 (20 punches)
SATURDAYS
Date Time
Jan. 8- May 21 1:00-3:00 pm
COST: $3 Walk-In / $4 Non-Residents
PUNCH PASS COST: $50 Resident / $70
Non-Residents (20 punches) POOL IS CLOSED
• February 25-26 • April 1-9 • May 28-30
LAP SWIMMING/ WATER WALKING
LOCATION: Grandville Middle School Pool
Experience the total body fitness of swimming laps: cardio-
vascular conditioning, muscle strength, muscle tone and relief
from stress! Water walking is a great alternative to swimming
laps. Participants move across the length of the pool in a vari-
ety of ways. Shallow and deep ends of the pool are available
to give you the workout you choose. A real advantage to deep
water walking is that there is absolutely NO IMPACT! The
combination of upper and lower body movements gives you a
great workout! Please Note: Water walking coincides with lap
swim.
MONDAY - THURSDAY
Date Time
Jan. 3 - June 3 5:45-7:00 am
Jan. 3 - June 3 11:45 am-12:55 pm
COST: $3 Walk-In / $4 Non-Residents REGISTER ONLINE
PUNCH PASS COST: $50 Resident / $70
Non-Residents (20 punches)
FOR PROGRAMS AT
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SPECIAL OCCASION
Renting the Grandville Middle School pool is a great way
to celebrate a birthday, graduation, church gathering, or a
get-together with family and friends.
Pool rentals are available on Saturdays from 3:00-5:00 pm.
COST: $100/ 2 hours includes a lifeguard, (up to 20)*
and use of Cafeteria to bring pizza, cake, ice cream
RENTAL! or play party games.
*Additional lifeguard fee of $50 if more than 20 swimmers.
Payment in full required at time of reservation.
To reserve or check availability call 254.6553
(10 business days in advance)
GRANDVILLE BULLDOG
AGE GROUP SWIM TEAM
The Grandville Bulldog Swimming (GBDS) program is designed to give children the opportunity to progress
from beginning swimming to championship levels. Your child will learn better stroke technique and gain
confidence in competition against others and learn swim vocabulary and etiquette.
SEASON BEGINS: May 9 and runs until July Championships (TBD)
REGISTRATION BEGINS: April 11 @ recpro.gpsbulldogs.org
PRACTICE DATES: after school during the school year and
in the morning during summer vacation (TBD)
MEET DATES: Thursday mornings (after school is out)
Swimmers must be able to swim 25 yards unassisted.
New swimmer placement is provided to determine team placement.
COACH: Michaela Rookus - Schuitema
For questions, please contact Micheala at mrookus@gpsbulldogs.org
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PLEASE sign in at the middle school office before going
down to the pool during the school day.
SWIM LESSONS
*NO SWIM* • February 26, 2022
LOCATION: Grandville Middle School Pool
“Learn to Swim” classes are open to all children 3 years of age through 11 years old who are ready for swim instruction. Student/In-
structor ratios are kept low to ensure safety. Participants will be initially grouped by age, then ability. Instructors will make changes to
groups as needed. All participants must complete the required skills, aquatics and water safety at each level in order to move on
to the next level. A progress sheet will be handed out at the end of the session.
SESSION DATE TIME DAY MIN/MAX COST (RESIDENT) COST (NON)
900 Jan. 10 – Jan. 26 10:00-10:30 am Mon.& Wed. 3/6 $42 - 6 classes $54
901 Jan. 10 – Jan. 26 10:45-11:15 am Mon.& Wed. 3/6 $42 - 6 classes $54
902 Jan. 11 – Jan. 27 10:15-10:45 am Tues.& Thurs. 3/6 $42 - 6 classes $54
903 Jan. 11 – Jan. 27 11:00-11:30 am Tues.& Thurs. 3/6 $42 - 6 classes $54
904 Jan. 11 – Jan. 27 1:00-1:30 pm Tues.& Thurs 3/6 $42 - 6 classes $54
908 Jan. 31 – Feb16 9:30-10:00 am Mon.-& Wed. 3/6 $42 - 6 classes $54
909 Jan. 31 – Feb16 10:15-10:45 am Mon.-& Wed. 3/6 $42 - 6 classes $54
910 Feb. 1 – Feb. 17 10:15-10:45 am Tues.& Thurs. 3/6 $42 - 6 classes $54
911 Feb. 1 – Feb. 17 11:00-11:30 am Tues.& Thurs. 3/6 $42 - 6 classes $54
912 Feb. 1 – Feb. 17 1:00-1:30 pm Tues.& Thurs. 3/6 $42 - 6 classes $54
917 Feb. 21 – March 16 9:30-10:00 am Mon.-& Wed. 3/6 $56 - 8 classes $72
918 Feb. 21 – March 16 10:15-10:45 am Mon.-& Wed. 3/6 $56 - 8 classes $72
3-5 YRS
919 Feb. 21 – March 16 11:00-11:30 am Mon.-& Wed. 3/6 $56 - 8 classes $72
920 Feb. 22 – March 17 10:15-10:45 am Tues.& Thurs. 3/6 $56 - 8 classes $72
921 Feb. 22 – March 17 11:00-11:30 am Tues.& Thurs. 3/6 $56 - 8 classes $72
922 Feb. 22 – March 17 1:00-1:30 pm Tues.& Thurs. 3/6 $56 - 8 classes $72
923 April 11 – April 27 10:00-10:30 am Mon.-& Wed. 3/6 $42 - 6 classes $54
924 April 11 – April 27 10:45-11:15 am Mon.-& Wed. 3/6 $42 - 6 classes $54
925 April 12 – April 28 11:00-11:30 am Tues.& Thurs. 3/6 $42 - 6 classes $54
926 April 12 – April 28 1:00-1:30 pm Tues.& Thurs. 3/6 $42 - 6 classes $54
931 May 9 – May 25 9:30-10:00 am Mon.-& Wed. 3/6 $42 - 6 classes $54
932 May 9 – May 25 10:15-10:45 am Mon.-& Wed. 3/6 $42 - 6 classes $54
933 May 9 – May 25 11:00-11:30 am Mon.-& Wed. 3/6 $42 - 6 classes $54
934 May 10 – May 26 10:15-10:45 am Tues.& Thurs. 3/6 $42 - 6 classes $54
935 May 10 – May 26 11:00-11:30 am Tues.& Thurs. 3/6 $42 - 6 classes $54
936 May 10 – May 26 1:00-1:30 pm Tues.& Thurs. 3/6 $42 - 6 classes $54
905 Jan. 25 – March 15 6:00-6:45 pm Tuesday 6/16 $56 - 8 classes $72
906 Jan. 25 – March 15 7:00-7:45 pm Tuesday 6/16 $56 - 8 classes $72
913 Feb. 5 – March 26 9:30-10:15 am Saturdays 7/16 $49 - 7 classes $63
3-11 YRS
914 Feb. 5 – March 26 10:30-11:15 am Saturdays 7/16 $49 - 7 classes $63
915 Feb. 5 – March 26 11:30-12:15 pm Saturdays 7/16 $49 - 7 classes $63
927 April 16 – May 21 9:30-10:15 am Saturdays 7/16 $42 - 6 classes $54
928 April 16 – May 21 10:30-11:15 am Saturdays 7/16 $42 - 6 classes $54
929 April 16 – May 21 11:30-12:15 pm Saturdays 7/16 $42 - 6 classes $54
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