Scan with your smartphone. FPO MetroParksTacoma.org/GO Soccer Skillz & Scrimmages Age: 7 - 10 Advanced skill building: dribbling, passing and shooting in a team format. Focus is on scrimmages that emphasize finer technical points. R $70; N/R $80 SERA Campus 62459 09/29 - 11/10 Sat 10:45 - 11:30 am Portland Ave. Community Center 62463 09/29 - 11/10 Sat 4:15 - 5 pm s Race & Tai Chi ● Paralympic Sports ● Martial Arts ● Swimming ● Fitness ● Soccer ● And More! rg/ ma.o o c a T s , i n tere a s t s , c ti v ge Indoor Ultimate Frisbee Wednesdays Fall Session: Sept. 26 - Dec. 12 Winter Session: Jan. 9 - Mar. 14, 2013 Register at www.discnw.org MetroParksTacoma.org/NYSA 4702 S. 19th Street Tacoma, WA 98405 fsc label applied by printer ● Yoga ks oPar Metr METRO PARKS TACOMA FALL 2012 Get more info at MetroParksTacoma.org/AdultSports or call (253) 305-1022. More info at STARCenterTacoma.org Soccer 1 Age: 5 - 6.9 Dribbling, passing, receiving, shooting, defense and more. Skill games are played and small-sided matches are introduced gradually. R $62; N/R $72 SERA Campus 62458 09/29 - 11/10 Sat 10 - 10:45 am Portland Ave. Community Center 62462 09/29 - 11/10 Sat 3:30 - 4:15 pm l e v e ls! MetroParksTacoma.org or (253) 305-1022. Cooking classes at STAR Center: • Chili & Salsa Making • Cooking Up a Holiday Story • Culinary Basics, Anyone Can Cook • Eat Together, Eat Better: Family Nutrition • Family Kitchen Series: Pizza, Tacos • Gluten Free Cooking • Healthy Juice, Bunny Juice and ABC Smoozie • Kids in the Kitchen Tot/Pre-Soccer Age: 3.5 - 5 Children learn to follow instructions as they master basic techniques and build self-esteem. R $62; N/R $72 SERA Campus 62457 09/29 - 11/10 Sat 9:30 - 10 am Portland Ave. Community Center 62461 09/29 - 11/10 Sat 2:55 - 3:30 pm it y 3:30 - 6 pm at Peoples Community Center K - 6 after-school childcare includes games, arts and crafts, sports, snacks and study time in a safe and enriching environment. Register daily, weekly or monthly. COOKING 2 Mommy/Daddy & Me Soccer Age: 2 - 3.5 As you both participate in activities, your child will develop coordination and socialization. SERA Campus R $62; N/R $72 62460 09/29 - 11/10 Sat 11:40 am - 12:10 pm Portland Ave. Community Center R $45; N/R $55 62464 09/29 - 10/27 Sat 5:10 - 5:40 pm Volleyball Fall Women’s and Co-Ed Leagues Register: Aug. 3 - Sep. 14 Early Bird Discount: Aug. 31 Play Begins: Sept. 24 Winter Women’s and Co-Ed Leagues Register: Dec. 5 - Jan. 14, 2013 Early Bird Discount: Dec. 31, 2012 Play Begins: Jan. 21, 2013 Drop-In Volleyball Thursday Nights Fall Session: Sept. 13 - Dec. 13 Winter Session: Jan. 3 - May 2, 2013 6 - 8:45 pm, Giaudrone Middle School y Living • Health uide Survival G ies • Holiday ood Allerg F h it w g • Livin bolism Your Meta r te s a M • Adults for Active n io it tr u a.org • N terTacom n e C R A T at S More info Looking for Special Olympics sports or programs for people with developmental disabilities? Visit MetroParksTacoma.org/Specialized or call (253) 404-3950 for more info! er – Dec ember 201 Kidz Love Soccer teaches kids to play soccer in a safe, nurturing age-appropriate environment. Includes skill demos, games and scrimmages and a free jersey. KLS hotline: (888) 372-5803. Basketball Fall 4x4 Warm-Up League Register: Aug. 13 - Sept. 12 Play Begins: Oct. 3 Winter 4x4 League Register: Oct. 5 - Nov. 5 Early Bird Discount: Oct. 29 Play Begins: Nov. 28 Drop-In Basketball Tuesday Nights Fall Session: Oct. 2 - Dec. 11 Winter Session: Jan. 8 - Apr. 16, 2013 6 - 8:45 pm, Gray Middle School ss ity Wellne : Commun r TAR Cente Kids S t a s e s & clas for Teens Specialized Recreation emb t p e S KIDZ Love Soccer Soccer NEW! Co-Ed 7s Soccer Register: Jul. 30 - Aug. 31 Early Bird Discount: Aug. 17 Play Begins: Sept. 16 Second Wind Soccer • Age: 30+ Register: Dec. 10 - Jan. 28, 2013 Early Bird Discount: Jan. 11, 2013 Play Begins: Feb. 10, 2013 S WELLNES Y IT N U M COM Adult sports leagues and drop-in sports are starting soon. For early bird discounts, registration forms and more details visit MetroParksTacoma.org/AdultSports. Sales tax included. Goalball Age: 15+ Goalball involves masks and a specialized ball for people with visual impairments. Join the only team in Tacoma! Boys & Girls Club, Schatz $10 62430 09/08 - 09/29 Sat 11 am - 12:30 pm 62431 10/06 - 11/03 Sat 11 am - 12:30 pm Wheelchair Basketball Age: 15+ Get active, make friends and ignite your competitive side with the Tacoma Titans. $20; $3 drop-in Boys & Girls Club, Schatz 62426 09/05 - 09/29 Wed 7 - 10 pm Sat 12:30 - 3:30 pm 62427 10/03 - 10/31 Wed 7 - 10 pm Sat 12:30 - 3:30 pm 62428 11/03 - 11/28 Wed 7 - 10 pm Sat 12:30 - 3:30 pm 62429 12/01 - 12/19 Wed 7 - 10 pm Sat 12:30 - 3:30 pm … Or just drop in and play hard! Adaptive Archery Age: 15+ Build coordination, control and patience. Skookum Archery Range $25 62434 09/04 - 09/25 Tue 1:30 - 3 pm 62435 10/02 - 10/23 Tue 1:30 - 3 pm 62436 11/06 - 11/27 Tue 1:30 - 3 pm 62437 12/04 - 12/18 Tue 1:30 - 3 pm Track and Field Age: 15+ Train and compete against other Paralympians. Gray Middle School (new) $10 62432 09/04 - 09/25 Tue 6 - 8 pm YOUTH SPORTS LEAGUES are forming now! PAID Tacoma WA Permit No 744 Prsrt Std US Postage MORE INFO: MetroParksTacoma.org/Adaptive or (253) 404-3955. Additional opportunities, competitions and tournaments available. Check our website for updated information and like us on Facebook! F I T N E S S / WE & AQUATIC S S E S LLN A ll a Adaptive Sports and Recreation Paralympic Sports GO GUIDE A’S TACOM TAR! ST S NEWE r fun, hub fo and r u o Y : enter ativity STAR C ellness, cre Tacoma. th ,w fitness action in Sou acoma.org r T r e t e in ent social STARC Fitness Martial Arts DROP IN AND GET FIT! Fitness Classes with Janet Bissell $60 buys a 10-session drop-in punch card to enjoy any of the following fitness classes. Purchase yours before class or by calling (253) 312-4458. Classes are at The Studio at Jefferson Park unless otherwise noted. Capoeira Angola Age: 6+ A Brazilian martial art that combines dance and music. Peoples Community Center R $25; N/R $30 62422 09/01 - 09/29 Sat 11 am - noon 62423 11/03 - 11/24 Sat 11 am - noon 62424 12/01 - 12/29 Sat 11 am - noon B.E.S.T. Age: 15+ Breathe, Exercise, Sweat, Train. 10/01 - 12/12 Wednesdays 5:30 - 6:30 pm Harness the Power of Judo Age: 6+ Develop self-confidence, concentration and leadership skills, as well as coordination, power and flexibility. Peoples Community Center R $25; N/R $30 62412 10/01 - 10/24 M,W 6 - 7:30 pm 62413 11/05 - 11/28 M,W 6 - 7:30 pm R $15; N/R $20 62414 12/03 - 12/19 M,W 6 - 7:30 pm Boomer Fitness Age: 15+ Strengthen your core, tone muscles and stretch! 09/04 - 12/11 Tuesdays 6:15 - 7:15 pm Meadow Park Golf Course MeadowParkGolf.com or (253) 473-3033. Adult Short Game Age: 18+ A combination of short game and putting from 3-foot putts to full wedge and bunker shots. $35 09/21 Fri 5 - 7 pm 10/13 Sat 9 - 11 am Golf School Age: 18+ Learn everything from woods, irons, and short game to rules, etiquette and on-course instruction and management. $99 Adult Beginner 09/17 - 10/03 Adult Intermediate 09/17 - 10/03 Ladies Only 09/18 - 10/04 Mon & Wed 6 - 7 pm Mon & Wed 7 - 8 pm Tue & Thu 6 - 7 pm Little Linkers Golf School Age: 4 - 6 Your child will improve on fundamentals as well as gain confidence and team-building skills. $50 09/06 - 09/27 Thu 5 - 6 pm Metro Parks RENTAL FACILITIES Memorable events are created in memorable places. We have rental facilities available for your special occasion, holiday or business party. Book your space now and begin planning your next memorable event. MetroParksTacoma.org/Rentals METRO PARKS TACOMA • FALL 2012 MetroParksTacoma.org/GO Buff Moms, Happy Babies Age: 16+ Get a workout while playing with your 2- to 6-month bundle of joy. 09/05 - 12/12 Wednesdays 9:30 - 10 am TRX (Total Resistance Exercise) Age: 15+ Get fit with a trainer in a new and exciting way. 09/04 - 12/11 Tuesdays 5:30 - 6 pm 09/05 - 12/12 Wednesdays 8:30 - 9 am 09/08 - 12/15 Saturdays 8:30 - 9 am Women’s Boot Camp Age: 18+ Work up a sweat through various stations, outdoor fitness and stretching. Improve cardio and strength! 09/10 - 12/10 Mondays 8:30 - 9:30 am Outdoor Fitness Training Age: 16+ Use the park and beach as your personal gym. Point Defiance Park, Owen Beach 09/10 - 09/24 M,W 5:45 - 6:45 pm Zumba Age: 16+ Party yourself into shape with Latin-inspired Zumba®! Peoples Community Center R $22; N/R $25 62419 10/09 - 10/30T/Th 6:30 - 7:30 pm 62420 11/06 - 11/27T/Th 6:30 - 7:30 pm 62421 12/04 - 12/27T/Th 6:30 - 7:30 pm Portland Ave. Community Center R $22; N/R $25 62385 09/05 - 09/28W,F 7 - 8 pm 62386 10/03 - 10/26W,F 7 - 8 pm 62387 11/02 - 11/30W,F 7 - 8 pm 62388 12/05 - 12/21W,F 7 - 8 pm Fitness Classes at STAR Center •Body Makeover •Homeschool Fitness •Martial Arts More Info: STARCenterTacoma.org be rds canses, Gift catio n clas ecrea ity rentals, r r o f d cil use ually alks, fa runs/w rina, For t Nisq ter. a Cen fiance Mcoma Nature tCard e D t in Po and Ta coma.org/Gif arksTa MetroP Yoga & Tai Chi Kundalini Yoga with Diane/ShamsherAge: 16+ Physical postures, breath techniques and meditations build strength, flexibility, mental ease and balance. Diane Bunting (Shamsher) brings 36 years of yoga experience to guide, inspire and empower. R $143; N/R $153 STAR Center Woman Heart, Beginning 62451 09/13 - 12/13 Thu 4:15 - 5:30 pm Woman Heart, Intermediate 62536 09/13 - 12/13 Thu 5:45 - 7:15 pm Relax and Renew, Beginning 62537 09/13 - 12/13 Thu 7:30 - 9 pm The Studio at Jefferson Relax and Renew 62538 09/10 - 12/10 Mon 5:45 - 7:15 pm A Heart Centered Life, Intermediate 62539 09/10 - 12/10 Mon 7:30 - 9 pm Kundalini Yoga & the Gong Age: 16+ Relax and revitalize through movement, meditation, breath and power of the gong, increasing awareness and integration of the body, mind and soul. Melissa Balch The Studio at Jefferson$24 62447 09/05 - 09/26 Wed 10 - 11:15 am 62448 10/03 - 10/31 Wed 10 - 11:15 am 62449 11/07 - 11/28 Wed 10 - 11:15 am 62450 12/05 - 12/19 Wed 10 - 11:15 am Tai Chi Chuan Age: 18+ Increase balance, coordination and flexibility using concentration and awareness. Gary Wessels STAR Center $70 Beginning 62445 09/11 - 11/13 Tue 6:10 - 7 pm Intermediate/Advanced 62446 09/11 - 11/13 Tue 7:10 - 8 pm HAVE A BALL! Sign up for MetroP youth basketb arksTac a oma.org ll. / NYSA Tae Kwon Do Age: 6+ Get fit while building confidence and self-discipline! Develop coordination, flexibility and leadership. Portland Ave. Community Center Ultimate Northwest Tae Kwon Do Beginning R $36; N/R $39 62374 09/04 - 09/27 T,Th 5:30 - 6:30 pm 62375 10/02 - 10/30 T,Th 5:30 - 6:30 pm 62376 11/01 - 11/29 T,Th 5:30 - 6:30 pm 62378 09/05 - 09/26 M,W 5:30 - 6:30 pm 62379 10/01 - 10/31 M,W 5:30 - 6:30 pm 62380 11/05 - 11/28 M,W 5:30 - 6:30 pm R $27; N/R $29 62377 12/04 - 12/20 T,Th 5:30 - 6:30 pm 62381 12/05 - 12/24 M,W 5:30 - 6:30 pm Intermediate/Advanced R $39; N/R $43 62392 09/04 - 09/27 T,Th 6:30 - 7:30 pm 62393 10/02 - 10/30 T,Th 6:30 - 7:30 pm 62394 11/01 - 11/29 T,Th 6:30 - 7:30 pm R $29; N/R $31 62395 12/04 - 12/20 T,Th 6:30 - 7:30 pm Tiger Tao Karate Okinawa Goju Rye Karate Age: 6+ Build skills and practice exercises that improve mental and physical development. Peoples Community Center R $25; N/R $30 62415 09/04 - 09/27 T,Th 6 - 7:30 pm 62416 10/02 - 10/30 T,Th 6 - 7:30 pm 62417 11/01 - 11/27 T,Th 6 - 7:30 pm 62418 12/04 - 12/27 T,Th 6 - 7:30 pm PLAY BAL L! Sign up for adult volley ball, basketball and indoor F risbee. MetroPark sTacoma.o rg/AdultSp orts S! LAS C Y R A nd CULIN wine pairingtear. en ng, Cooki e at STAR C ma.org mor nterTaco 39. e 9 STARC 53) 404-3 2 ( or GO TIME TRAVEL! Visit Fort Nisqually and take a class or stroll through on your own: FortNisqually.org General Information Make a Splash! Swim Lessons Recreational Swimming General info for all pools: (253) 591-2042. All fees are listed as Resident/Non-Resident. Admission Fees (Open, Family and Lap Swim): Full Session Half/Evening Session SWIM AMERICA™ LEARN-TO-SWIM These technique-oriented, goal-driven, 30-minute lessons are organized into 10 skill-based stations. Choose the appropriate station and register at MetroParksTacoma.org/Swimming. School District schedule may result in some evening closures. Lessons are available to: Parent/Child (6-36 months) Eastside Preschool (3-4)Eastside, Mt. Tahoma, Wilson Youth (5-14)Eastside, Mt. Tahoma, Wilson Adult (15+) Eastside Register 3 Ways: 1.MetroParksTacoma.org/Swimming 2. Call (253) 591-2022 3. On-site, during lesson time on registration date Eastside Pool, 3524 East L St. Session 1: Registration begins noon, 08/29 09/10 - 10/03 M,W 6:30 - 8 pm $36 09/11 - 10/04 T,Th 4 - 5:30 pm $36 09/15 - 10/06 Sat 10:30 am - noon $20 Session 2: Registration begins noon, 10/03 10/08 - 10/29 M,W 6:30 - 8 pm $32 10/09 - 11/01 T,Th 4 - 5:30 pm $36 10/13 - 11/03 Sat 10:30 am - noon $20 Session 3: Registration begins noon, 10/31 11/05 - 12/05 M,W 6:30 - 8 pm $36 11/06 - 12/04 T,Th 4 - 5:30 pm $36 11/10 - 12/08 Sat 10:30 am - noon $20 Satisfaction Guaranteed All Metro Parks Tacoma programs come with a satisfaction guarantee. If you’re not happy with your experience, please make a refund request in writing. After the start of the class/activity, refunds may be granted on a prorated basis when requested prior to the last day of the class/ activity. (See exceptions below.) Special refund conditions, which may result in a refund of less than the amount paid, may be applied. (See your receipt.) When are refunds not given? When you miss a class or if your team or league’s season schedule has already been created. When an activity is cancelled by Metro Parks, you will receive a full refund or credit. $39 $39 $23 $35 $39 $23 Tot (4 & under) FREE Youth (5-17) $2.50 $22.50 Adult (18+) $3.50 $31.50 Children younger than seven and those who don’t meet height requirement must always be within arm’s length of an adult. Eastside Pool (09/03 - 12/28), 3524 East L St. 1:15 - 2:45 pm Open Swim is FREE on first Saturdays, September - December! Open Swim M,W,F ($2) 4 - 5:30 pm T,Th 6:30 - 8 pm Sat 1:15 - 2:45 pm Family Swim F 6:30 - 8 pm Sat 3 - 4:30 pm (Adult must accompany youth in the water) Lap Swim (16+) M,W,F 5:45 - 6:45 am M - Sat noon - 1 pm (T,Th 2 lanes) T,Th 5:30 - 6:30 pm (2 lanes) 50+ Swim (Open pool time for adults 50+) M,W 9 - 10 am Wilson High School Pool (09/10 - 12/12) 1202 N. Orchard St. (on N. 14th St.) Lap Swim (16+) T,Th evenings of swim lessons Water Exercise T,Th evenings of swim lessons 8 - 9 pm 8 - 9 pm Mt. Tahoma High School Pool (09/10 - 12/12) 4634 S. 74th St. (near stadium) $39 $39 $23 Mt. Tahoma High School Pool, 4634 S. 74th St. (near stadium) Session 1: Registration begins noon, 08/29 (@ Eastside Pool) 09/10 - 10/03 M,W 6:30 - 8 pm $36 $39 Session 2: Registration begins noon, 10/03 (@ Eastside Pool) 10/08 - 10/29 M,W 6:30 - 8 pm $32 $35 Session 3: Registration begins noon, 10/31 (@ Eastside Pool) 11/05 - 12/05 M,W 6:30 - 8 pm $36 $39 Wilson High School Pool, 1202 N. Orchard St. (on N. 14th St.) Session 1: Registration begins noon, 08/29 (@ Eastside Pool) 09/10 - 10/03 M,W 6:30 - 8 pm $36 $39 09/11 - 10/04 T,Th 4 - 5:30 pm $36 $39 Session 2: Registration begins noon, 10/03 (@ Eastside Pool) 10/08 - 10/29 M,W 6:30 - 8 pm $32 $35 10/09 - 11/01 T,Th 4 - 5:30 pm $36 $39 Session 3: Registration begins noon, 10/31 (@ Eastside Pool) 11/05 - 12/05 M,W 6:30 - 8 pm $36 $39 11/06 - 12/04 T,Th 4 - 5:30 pm $36 $39 Private Swim Lessons All ages, Eastside Pool. Call (253) 591-2042 for appointment. 1 Participant: 1 Instructor $20/30-minute lesson 2 Participants: 1 Instructor $25/30-minute lesson Lap Swim (16+) M,W evenings of swim lessons Water Exercise M,W evenings of swim lessons 6:30 - 8:30 pm 7:30 - 8:30 pm Water Exercise Programs Designed to improve strength, flexibility and cardio. Drop-in Adult (16+) 10-swim Pass Monthly Pass $4 $36 $36 Eastside Pool (09/03 - 12/28) 3524 East L St. Low Intensity M,W 8 - 9 am Low Intensity T,Th noon - 1 pm Medium Intensity M,W,F 6:45 - 7:45 am High Intensity M,W,F 5:30 - 6:30 pm Metro Parks Swim Teams Have fun while competing. Optional meets will be announced. Minimum skill requirement: Swim America station 8. Come in for a free try-out! Intermediate and advanced programs available. Call Eastside Pool at (253) 591-2042. American Red Cross Lifeguard Get certified at Eastside Pool: Basic and preventive skills, rescues and safety. Includes lifeguarding, CPR/AED and first aid. Must be 15+ and pass a swimming skills test. Register at (253) 591-2042 or MetroParksTacoma.org/Swimming. R $125; N/R $135 60142 12/21, 12/22, 12/26-12/28 F, Sat, W-F 8 am - 5 pm Pool Rentals Private pool parties at Eastside Pool for birthdays or group events. Private room included during reservation time and before or after for an extra fee. 1-25 Swimmers $65/hr 26-50 Swimmers $85/hr 51-100 Swimmers $100/hr Rental Room $30/hr STAR Center Member Offers Lap swim and water exercise classes available evenings of swim lessons at Mt. Tahoma High School. Mt. Tahoma High School Pool (09/10 - 12/12) 4634 S. 74th St. (near stadium) Lap Swim Water Exercise M,W M,W 6:30 - 8:30 pm 7:30 - 8:30 pm Wilson High School Pool (09/10 - 12/12) 1202 N. Orchard St. (on N. 14th St.) Water Exercise T,Th evenings of swim lessons 8 - 9 pm Mt. Tahoma High School Pool (09/10 - 12/12) 4634 S. 74th St. (near stadium) Water Exercise M,W evenings of swim lessons 7:30 - 8:30 pm Scholarships Scholarships, based on financial need, are available for many classes and activities over $15. Contact customer service at (253) 305-1022 for information. Please apply for scholarships at least five days prior to start of class/activity. Disclaimer Metro Parks Tacoma reserves the right to make any changes in the content, fees, and provision of the class schedule without notice. Check our website for the latest updates. General Information (253) 305-1000 Metro Parks Headquarters: 4702 S. 19th St., 98405 Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 5:30 pm Registration ........................................................ (253) 305-1022 TTY ..................................................................... (253) 759-9286 Inclusion/Accommodation Requests & Assist..... (253) 404-3950 Eastside Pool ...................................................... (253) 591-2042 3524 East L Street Gray Middle School (new), 6229 S. Tyler Street Heidelberg Park, 1902 S. Tyler Street Meadow Park Golf Course ................................... (253) 473-3033 7108 Lakewood Drive West Peoples Community Center ................................. (253) 591-5321 1602 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Way Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium ........................... (253) 591-5337 5400 N. Pearl Street, follow the signs Portland Ave. Community Center ......................... (253) 591-5391 3513 Portland Avenue SERA Campus, 6002 S. Adams Street STAR Center ........................................................ (253) 404-3939 3873 S. 66th Street The Studio at Jefferson Park ................................ (253) 312-4458 North 9th & Monroe Streets Partners Boys & Girls Club, Schatz: 3875 S. 66th Street Skookum Archery Range: 11209 Shaw Road East, Puyallup UT! GET O e beaches, th trails, aces Hit the ide open sp the w this fall. .org/ acoma T s k r a P Metro Outdoor Inclusion/Accommodation Metro Parks Tacoma encourages participation by all regardless of race, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or ability. Please request assistance and/or ADA accommodation at least 10 days prior to the registration deadline to participate in programs. We can assist in obtaining specialized equipment, interpretive services, or other support to make your involvement successful. Contact program staff regarding minimum eligibility requirements for the program prior to registration. REGISTER ONLINE TODAY: MetroParksTacoma.org/GO • (253) 305-1022 Park Commissioners Larry Dahl, president Tim Reid, clerk Erik Hanberg Aaron Pointer Andrea Smith Executive Director Jack C. Wilson Director of Recreation & Community Services Shon Sylvia