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Activity Guide spring 2020 - City of South San Francisco
South San Francisco Parks and Recreation Department

   Activity Guide spring 2020

SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO             Picnic rentals are now   Online Registration
PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT   available online!        begins February 24!
REMEMBERS RICHARD HOLT          pg. 42                   Register at www.ssf.net
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in memoriam:
                                               Richard Holt
                                  December 10, 1941 – December 7, 2019

S   TAFF AND FRIENDS of the Parks
    and Recreation Department
would like to take this opportunity to
                                                                             should feature a park. For these
                                                                             reasons, and the broad community
                                                                             involvement described below,
memorialize and celebrate Richard                                            Rich was selected by his peers
Holt, who passed away in 2019.                                               as the state-wide Outstanding
A resident since 1967, Rich and                                              Commissioner of the Year by the
Jeannette, his devoted wife of 55                                            California Association of Parks and
years, raised their family in South                                          Recreation Commissioners and
San Francisco. He leaves his wife                                            Board Members.
Jeannette, sons Rich and Bill, and                                                In addition to serving on the
grandchildren Chase and Kaia.                                                Parks and Recreation Commission,
     Appointed to the Parks and                                              Rich was an active community
Recreation Commission in 2009,                                               member and volunteer with many
Rich served for 10 years, including                                          civic non-profit organizations for
terms as Vice Chair and Chair, demonstrating near         over five decades. His affiliations include Friends
perfect attendance. He was always optimistic,             of Parks and Recreation, Friends of the Library,
positive, enthusiastic, and kind. He exhibited quiet      Kiwanis, Police Athletic League, Elks Club, Improving
strength, mentorship, and leadership in his role          Public Places, Pee Wee Baseball and Junior
                                  as Commissioner,        Giants, Kaiser Hospital Patient Advisor, Bethany
                                  which endeared him      Presbyterian Church Deacon, Senior Center Docent
                                  to staff, his fellow    and Volunteer, Community Emergency Response
                                  Commissioners, and      Team (CERT), California
                                  the public. Truly       Parks and Recreation Society
                                  passionate about        (CPRS), California Association
                                  Parks and Recreation,   of Parks and Recreation
Rich was a tireless volunteer, and a dedicated            Commissioners and Board
advocate for park improvements and recreation             Members (CAPRCBM), Italian
programs. He studied parks and recreation issues,         American Citizens Club/Bocce
attended conferences to deepen his knowledge, and         Ball Club, Measure J School
consistently provided thoughtful direction to staff.      Bond Oversight Committee,
     Rich supported programs for all ages, from           Sons of Norway, and he also
tots to seniors, and equally appreciated sports,          volunteered with the South San
childcare, enrichment classes, aquatics, ballet,          Francisco Police Department.
dancing, and fitness activities. He was particularly           We would like to
sensitive to those with disabilities and underserved      acknowledge Richard Holt for
groups, and devoted countless hours through               his friendship and many years
the Friends of Parks and Recreation to generate           of dedicated service to Parks and Recreation, and
scholarships and funds for program enhancements.          the broader community, he will truly be missed.
Rich was instrumental in advocating that the              We will strive to carry on his legacy and follow
Community Center/Library at the new Civic Campus          his example through commitment to serving the
include not just a parking lot, but that it also          residents of South San Francisco.
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welcome
City Council                           Veronica Ortiz, Classes
Richard A. Garbarino, Mayor
Mark N. Addiego, Vice Mayor
                                       Cristina Rodriguez, Child Care
                                       Marianna Roman, Adult Day Care
                                                                          table of contents
Karyl Matsumoto, Councilmember         Ercie Santos, Cultural Arts
Mark Nagales, Councilmember            Bill Stridbeck, Sports             Child Care (Licensed Preschool & Afterschool)..............02
Flor Nicolas, Councilmember            Kerry West, Child Care
                                                                          Pre-School Classes.......................................................06
City Manager                           Administrative Support             (Art, School Readiness, Karate, Enrichment, etc.)
Mike Futrell                           Susan Filereto, Kari Jung,         Youth Classes................................................................08
                                       Cristina Simmons
Parks & Recreation Commission
                                                                          (Art, Dance, Martial Arts, Enrichment, etc.)
Kristy Camacho, Robert Uy,             Administrative Offices             Music Classes.................................................................12
Betty Battaglia, Ruth DeNardi,         Municipal Services Building        (Guitar, Piano, Ukulele, etc.)
Steve Firpo, Bill Lock                 33 Arroyo Drive
Meets the third Tuesday of each
                                       (650) 829-3800                     Teen/Adult Classes........................................................15
                                       Hours: M-F 8:00am - 5:00pm         (Cooking, Exercise and Fitness, Dance,
month at the Municipal Services
Building in the Community Room                                            Specialty Classes, etc.)
                                       Magnolia Recreation Center
at 7:00pm. The public is invited
to attend.
                                       601 Grand Ave                      Tennis Facilities & Classes............................................28
                                       (650) 829-3820
                                                                          Youth & Adult Sports.....................................................32
Cultural Arts Commission
                                       Terrabay Gymnasium &
Shane Looper, Michael DeNatale,                                           Aquatics: Classes & Programs.......................................34
                                       Recreation Center
Teresa Avelar, Lenita Boldenweck,
Ryan Campagna, Peter Foley,
                                       1121 South San Francisco Drive     Senior Services: Classes & Programs............................40
                                       (650) 829-4680
Loretta Fornaciari,                                                       Parks and Recreation Facilities......................................42
PaulaClaudine Hobson-Coard,
                                       Westborough Recreation Building
Jessica Madrid-Nickle,                                                    Community Services......................................................43
                                       2380 Galway Drive
Florida Ventura
                                       (650) 875-6981                     Department Information..............................................44
Meets the third Thursday of each
month at the Municipal Services        Joseph A. Fernekes Recreation      Facility and Park Guide & Map......................................46
Building, Betty Weber Room at          Building
6:30pm. The public is invited to       Orange Memorial Park
                                                                          Registration Form..........................................................48
attend.                                781 Tennis Drive                   Registration Information................................................49
                                       (650) 875-6900
Professional Staff                     Office Hours: M-F                  Special Events.................................................back cover
Sharon Ranals, Director of Parks       8:00am - 5:00pm
  and Recreation
                                       Orange Pool                       Programs March-May 2020                      Brochure Printed February 2020
Greg Mediati, Deputy Director
  of Parks and Recreation              1 West Orange Avenue (Corner of
Brian Crume, Facility Manager          Orange Avenue and Tennis Drive)   After School Recreation Programs           SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO
Angela Duldulao, Recreation            (650) 875-6973                    Monte Verde Elementary School              FRIENDS OF PARKS AND
  Manager                              Office Hours: M-F                 2551 St. Cloud Drive, San Bruno            RECREATION
Joshua Richardson, Parks               8:00am - 5:00pm                   (650) 742-0613                             Betty Battaglia
  Manager                                                                Ponderosa Elementary School                Judy Bush
                                       Community Learning Center         295 Ponderosa Road                         Kelli Jo Cullinan
Parks and Recreation Supervisors       520 Tamarack Lane                 (650) 873-1096                             Dan DeNardi
Laura Armanino, Child Care             (650) 877-8540                    Spruce Elementary School                   Eddie Flores
Kelli Jo Cullinan, Seniors                                               501 Spruce Avenue                          Sean Garrone
Brandon Cutajar, Parks                 Senior Center                     (650) 873-0924                             Jeannette Holt
Alex Henry, Building Maintenance       Magnolia 601 Grand Avenue         Buri Buri Elementary School                Marie Patea
Kimberly Morrison, Assistant           (650) 829-3820                    325 Del Monte Avenue                       John Sanna
  Supervisor Child Care                Adult Day Care 601 Grand          (650) 208-1305
Mike Mulkerrins, Facilities & Sports   Avenue (650) 829-3824             REAL Program - Los Cerritos                Brochure Subscription
Brian Noce, Acting Aquatics                                              Elementary School                          Would you like to have the
Erin O’Brien, Special Project          Pre-Schools                       201 W. Orange Avenue                       brochure delivered direct to
Devin Stenhouse, Acting Classes        Siebecker Center                  (650) 875-6906                             your home by first-class mail?
                                       510 Elm Court                     REAL Program - Martin                      Cost is $5.00/per year. Use
Coordinators                           (650) 875-6979                    Elementary School                          registration form, barcode
Aleni Capaz, Child Care                Westborough Pre-School            35 School Street                           #ADBS-901
Kasey Jo Cullinan, Child Care          (Westborough & Galway)            (650) 875-6905
Elisia Espinoza, Child Care            (650) 875-6980 and
Laura Gigi, Seniors                    (650) 875-6998                    Parks and Facilities Administration
Alondra Gomez, Child Care              Little Steps                      Corporation Yard
Diana Gonzalez, Child Care             520 Tamarack Lane                 550 North Canal Street
Fran Guevara, Acting Seniors           (650) 877-8540                    (650) 829-3837
Austin Navarro, Facilities

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Preschool
                                                                      For more information please email Diana Gonzalez,
     licensed preschools:                                             Preschool Coordinator, at diana.gonzalez@ssf.net or call
                                                                      (650) 875-6900.
    Little Steps Preschool,                                           To schedule a tour you may call the school directly for an
    Siebecker Preschool, and                                          appointment. A waiting list/brochure is available to print
                                                                      online at www.ssf.net. Currently there is a 3-4 year wait list
    Westborough Preschool                                             for our schools. Being on the waiting list does not guarantee
                                                                      a spot in the program.
    The South San Francisco Preschool curriculum provides
    a learning environment and experiences that help young            REGISTRATION FEE:
    children develop socially, intellectually, physically and         A $67.00 non-refundable fee per family is due upon
    emotionally. Our program is play-based and is characterized       orientation into the program.
    by a predictable structure, providing children with a
    dependable routine. We believe that children learn through        WAITING LIST FEE:
    play. What may seem like simple child’s play to us is actually    There is a $31.00 non-refundable fee to place your child on
    a laboratory of work to a child. Through play, children           the waiting list. This is not a guarantee of placement into the
    act out life. They experiment with relationships, learn the       program. The current waiting list is approximately 3-4 years.
    difference between imagination and real life, practice
    communication skills, and begin to build social structures.       BILLING POLICIES:
    Play is an integral part of a child’s life. Play based learning   Siblings with a Full time schedule receive a 15% discount on
    does not mean that the children just do what they like all        combined monthly fees.
    day. There will be times when the children come together as
    a group where they will learn to listen to each other, share      FULL DAY FEE: (Over 4 hrs. per day)*
    information, follow rules and partake in group activities.
    Play based activities don’t replace intentional teaching,         # DAYS PER WEEK         RESIDENT               NON-RESIDENT
    rather complement and enhance it! Open ended play based           5 DAYS                  $652.00/month          $729.00/month
    learning focuses on the process not the product. It is the        3 DAYS                  $404.00/month          $451.00/month
    learning that is taking place that is the all important factor.   2 DAYS                  $279.00/month          $313.00/month

    To be eligible for Westborough and Siebecker Preschool,
                                                                      PART-TIME FEE: (Under 4 hrs. per day; half day 8:30am-12:30pm)*
    children must be between 2 ½ and 5 years old and be
    fully toilet trained. To be eligible for Little Steps Preschool   # DAYS PER WEEK         RESIDENT               NON-RESIDENT
    children must be between 3 and 5 years old and be fully           5 DAYS                  $576.00/month          $642.00/month
    toilet trained. Preschool is a year-round licensed program        3 DAYS                  $357.00/month          $397.00/month
    that runs Monday-Friday 7:30am to 6pm. There are three            2 DAYS                  $247.00/month          $275.00/month
    preschools, Siebecker Preschool is located at 510 Elm Court,
                                                                      *Fees subject to change.
    (650) 875-6979, Facility #410509769 and Westborough
                                                                       Little Steps Preschool fees are a sliding scale based on family size
    Preschool is located at 2380 Galway, (650)875-6980,                and gross monthly income.
    Facility #410517397. Little Steps is located at 520 Tamarack
    Lane, (650) 877-8545, Facilty #414004145. Little Steps is a
    Big Lift grant funded preschool. Enrollment is full time only
    and based on family size and gross monthly income.
    Our goal as teachers is to provide a safe, nurturing
    environment with many developmentally appropriate
    activities and opportunities for children to creatively explore
    and learn through play. We are experienced and trained in
    the areas of Early Childhood Education, First Aid and CPR.

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childcare
                                                                  LOCATIONS:
 licensed after school                                            Buri Buri Elementary School (827-8448)
                                                                  325 Del Monte Avenue
 recreation program:                                              License #414002856
 Buri Buri School, Monte Verde                                    Monte Verde Elementary School (742-0613)
 School, Ponderosa School, and                                    2551 St. Cloud Drive
                                                                  License #410518963
 Spruce School
                                                                  Ponderosa Elementary School (873-1096)
The South San Francisco Licensed After School Recreation          295 Ponderosa Road
Program is designed for children actively enrolled in             License #410519011
Kindergarten through 5th Grade in the SSFUSD school
site where the licensed program operates. The After               Spruce Elementary School (873-0924)
School Recreation Programs are licensed through the               501 Spruce Avenue
Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing.          License #410519010
Our Programs operate in accordance with the South San
Francisco Unified School District days of operation calendar.     AFTER SCHOOL RECREATION PROGRAM SCHEDULE:
The program is offered Monday through Friday from 7:30am          Days: Monday through Friday
to 6:00pm.                                                        Time:  7:30am – Morning Bell
                                                                         Release Bell – 6:00pm
Each program is designed as an expanded learning program
                                                                  Ages: Kindergarten-5th grade
to meet the academic, emotional, physical, and social needs
and interests of the children enrolled. The program provides
                                                                  REGISTRATION FEE:
some academic support, recreation activities, and cultural
                                                                  A $67.00 non-refundable fee per family is due upon
enrichment through a play-based curriculum. Many of the
                                                                  registration/orientation each year.
activities planned for the children enrolled meet the CORE
curriculum standards as we actively partner with the schools
                                                                  WAITLIST FEE:
to ensure the children are on a pathway to a successful
                                                                  The waitlist for the after school recreation programs is only
academic career.
                                                                  valid for one school year. A non-refundable fee of $31.00 is
Our goal as site coordinators, after school teachers,             due at the time of registration for the waitlist. This is not a
and recreation leaders is to provide a safe, nurturing            guarantee of placement into the program.
environment with plenty of academic challenges as children
explore and learn through play. Our goal is to encourage and      TUITION FEES:
develop each child’s self-esteem, social skills and academic      Tuition is based on days of operation divided into ten tuition
skills so they can continue to grow and meet the challenges       payments. The first and last tuition payment is due the first
of today’s world. The site coordinators, teachers and             month of program each year. The last tuition installment is
recreation leaders are experienced and trained in the areas       non-refundable, nor can it be used for your last month of
of recreation, education, child development, supervision,         attendance if you leave the program before the end of the
first aid and CPR, as well as meet the State qualifications for   school year.
their positions.
                                                                  # DAYS       BEFORE SCHOOL &              AFTER SCHOOL
                                                                  PER WEEK     AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM         PROGRAM ONLY
NEW REGISTRATION PROCESS:
                                                                  5 DAYS       $431.00/month                $372.00/month
Lottery applications will be accepted in the spring for the
                                                                  3 DAYS       $294.00/month                $255.00/month
available spaces at the licensed ASRP. For information on the
                                                                  2 DAYS       $196.00/month                $170.00/month
lottery application process, call Laura Armanino, Recreation
and Community Services Supervisor at (650) 875-6951               *Before school care only $136/month
or e-mail laura.armanino@ssf.net, or Kimberly Morrison,
Childcare Assistant Supervisor kimberly.morrison@ssf.net

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We’re Hiring!
    South San Francisco Parks and Recreation
    Department is looking for dedicated
    and talented individuals to join our
    awesome team!

                                                                       The Parks and Recreation
                                                                         Department is a great
                                                                         place to enhance your
                                                                          communication and
                                                                        leadership skills, foster
                                                                            relationships with
                                                                       community members, and
                                                                          learn from mentors.

    • After School Recreation Program Teachers            • Scorekeepers
    • Building Attendants                                  • Senior Services Recreation Leaders
    • Class Instructors                                    • Pre-School Teachers
    • Coaches                                              • Van Drivers
    • Lifeguards

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2020 Summer Camp
                                                JUNE 1- AUGUST 7
                                                Lottery
                                                applications due
                                                February 21-28
                                                Registration
                                                March 14, 2020

 For information, please visit www.ssf.net/childcare or call the
           Childcare Division at (650) 875-6900.

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Preschool Age Classes
PRESCHOOL AGE CLASSES

                        Art Adventures with Parent & Me                                    Kinder Class
                        Age: 2Y - 4Y                                                       Age: 3Y - 5Y
                        Instructor: Nita Bivona                                            Instructor: Joanne Desmond
                        Location: Terrabay - Iris Room                                     Location: Westborough - Small Activity Room
                        Come explore three art stations where process rather than          Young children will participate in a variety of fun and
                        product is emphasized. Children have the freedom to explore        engaging activities that will help prepare them for
                        age appropriate art materials. Wear your ‘grubbies’, making        kindergarten. Activities will include skill building in number
                        a mess is part of the creative process! Parent/Caregiver           and letter recognition, arts and crafts and circle time.
                        participation is required. Children must be registered to          Children must be 3 years old and potty trained by start date.
                        attend class. A $20.00 supply fee is payable to the instructor     A $15.00 supply fee is payable to the instructor at the first
                        on the first day of class. Nita Bivona is an artist and has been   class. Children can only be enrolled for one class session.
                        teaching for 18 years.                                             Joanne has been teaching Early Childhood Education for
                        Classes: 8   Fee: $31.00(R)/$46.00(N)                              over 20 years. Not a parent participation class.
                        COURSE #     DAY      DATE               TIME                      Classes: 16   Fee: $126.00(R)/$141.00(N)
                        SP2-200      Tue      Mar 24-May 12      10:00AM-10:45AM           COURSE #      DAY      DATE              TIME
                        SP2-201      Tue      Mar 24-May 12      11:30AM-12:15PM           SP2-100       M/W      Mar 23-May 13     9:00AM-10:30AM
                        SP2-202      Thu      Mar 26-May 14      10:00AM-10:45AM           SP2-101       M/W      Mar 23-May 13     11:00AM-12:30PM
                        SP2-203      Thu      Mar 26-May 14      11:30AM-12:15PM
                                                                                           Kinder Tots
                        Gym Daddy by Monica Ehlers;                                        Age: 3Y - 5Y
                                                                                           Instructor: Joanne Desmond
                        A Class for Parents, Grandparents,                                 Location: Westborough - Small Activity Room
                        Caregivers & Their Little Ones                                     This is a great class for first time preschoolers! Children will
                        Age: 2 ½Y – 6Y                                                     participate in fun and engaging activities including: letters,
                        Instructor: Monica Ehlers                                          numbers, colors and shape recognition, as well as arts &
                        Location: Terrabay - Gym                                           crafts and games & movement. Not a parent participation
                        When was the last time you played like you did when you            class in order to encourage independence. Children must be
                        were a kid? When was the last time you actually played with        3 years old and potty trained by start date. A $15.00 supply
                        your toddler or kindergartner? Remember what it is like to         fee is payable to the instructor at the first class. This is not a
                        move freely and have fun during this p.e.-style class where        parent participation class.
                        the only serious component is the workout. Run, jump, play         Classes: 16   Fee: $126.00(R)/$141.00(N)
                        tag, throw balls and be as loud and crazy as you want with         COURSE #      DAY      DATE+TIME         FEE
                        your kids. We encourage all of it! Play more and live better
                                                                                           SP2-102       Tu/Th Mar 24-May 14        9:00AM-10:30AM
                        at Moms’ Gym and Gym Daddy fitness classes. Bring a mat
                        and water for you and each of your kids. Up to two children
                        allowed per adult.                                                 Mom’s Gym by Monica Ehlers;
                        No Class: 4/11, 5/2, 5/9                                           A Class for Parents, Grandparents,
                        Classes: 5   Fee: $33.00(R)/$48.00(N)
                                                                                           Caregivers & Their Little Ones
                        COURSE #     DAY      DATE               TIME
                                                                                           Age: 1½Y – 4½Y
                        SP2-300      Sat      Mar 28-May 16      10:00AM-10:50AM
                                                                                           Instructor: Monica Ehlers
                                                                                           Location: Terrabay - Gym
                                                                                           When was the last time you played like you did when you
                                                                                           were a kid? When was the last time you actually played with
                                                                                           your toddler or kindergartner? Remember what it is like to
                                                                                           move freely and have fun during this p.e.-style class where
                                                                                           the only serious component is the workout. Run, jump, play
                                                                                           tag, throw balls and be as loud and crazy as you want with
                                                                                           your kids or the kids in your life. We encourage all of it! Play
                                                                                           more and live better at Moms’ Gym and Gym Daddy fitness
                                                                                           classes. Bring a mat and water for you and each of your kids.
                                                                                           Up to two children allowed per adult.
                                                                                           Classes: 7    Fee: $46.00(R)/$61.00(N)
                                                                                           COURSE #      DAY      DATE                TIME
                                                                                           SP2-310       Mon      Mar 23-May 04       11:10AM-12:00PM

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Preschool Age Classes

                                                                                                                                         PRESCHOOL AGE CLASSES
Music Time with Theresa                                              Pre-Shinkyu Shotokan Karate -
Age: 1M - 4Y                                                         Level I/Beginners
Instructor: Theresa Ames                                             Age: 4Y - 7Y
Location: Terrabay - Poppy Room                                      Instructor: Sue Miller
Come have fun with your child! Parents or caregivers                 Location: Westborough - Multi-Use Room
participate in learning fun chants, songs, movement and              An introduction to the discipline of karate in a fun and
rhythms. We’ll use scarves, parachute, shakers and more to           positive environment. Focus on hand and eye coordination,
play/learn this movement oriented approach to music. Bang,           body awareness, following instructions and social interaction.
shake, wiggle and stomp to a variety of music! This is a parent      This training, with enough practice, can build confidence and
participation class. Theresa is a member of the Children’s           concentration. Level I students learn commands in Japanese
Music Network and is a certified Music Together teacher.             and get familiar with exercises, kicks and blocks. Students
Classes: 8    Fee: $32.00(R)/$47.00(N)                               will be promoted to Level II when ready and promoted by
COURSE #      DAY      DATE               TIME                       instructor (often it takes 3 - 4 sessions). Karate Gi (uniform)
SP2-250       Mon      Mar 23-May 11      9:15AM-10:00AM             may be purchased from instructors. Parents are advised to
SP2-251       Mon      Mar 23-May 11      10:15AM-11:00AM            stay for first and last class only. Sensei Sue Miller has studied
SP2-252       Thu      Mar 26-May 14      9:15AM-10:00AM             Karate since 1972 and holds the rank of 7th degree black belt
SP2-253       Thu      Mar 26-May 14      10:15AM-11:00AM            with Sensei Leroy Rodrigues (Shinkyu Shotokan).
                                                                     No class: 4/25
                                                                     Classes: 7    Fee: $32.00(R)/$47.00(N)
                                                                     COURSE #      DAY      DATE               TIME
                                                                     SP2-301       Sat      Mar 28-May 16      8:30AM-9:15AM
                                                                     Session A
                                                                     SP2-302       Sat     Mar 28-May 16       9:30AM-10:15AM
                                                                     Session B

                                                                     Pre-Shinkyu Shotokan Karate -
                                                                     Level II/Colored Belts
                                                                     Age: 4Y - 7Y
                                                                     Instructor: Sue Miller
                                                                     Location: Westborough - Multi-Use Room
                                                                     For Karate students with Advanced White Belts and Colored
                                                                     Belts. Pace of class is much faster than Level I. Need
Pre-Kinder Learners                                                  instructor approval to enroll.
Age: 4½Y - 5½Y                                                       No class: 4/25
Instructor: Jessi Gutierrez
                                                                     Classes: 15    Fee: $48.00(R)/$63.00(N)
Location: MSB - Marie Peterson Room
                                                                     COURSE #       DAY        DATE            TIME
Your child will get ready for Kindergarten by participating
in a variety of fun and creative activities geared towards           SP2-303        Sa/Tu      Mar 24-May 16   10:30AM-11:15AM (Sa)
                                                                     Level II: White/Beginners		               6:00PM-6:45PM (Tu)
enhancing their phonics, large and small motor skills and
self-esteem. Activities will include: art, games and creative        Classes: 15     Fee: $88.00(R)/$103.00(N)
movement with an emphasis in letter recognition, numbers,            COURSE #        DAY         DATE          TIME
colors and shapes. Students must be entering Kindergarten            SP2-304         Sa/Tu       Mar 24-May 16 10:30AM-12:00PM (Sa)
in the Fall of 2020 school year and be potty trained prior to        Level II: Color Belts, Yellow & Up        6:00PM-7:15PM (Tu)
start date. This is not a parent participation class. A $20.00
supply fee is payable to the instructor on the first day of class.
No class: 4/2, 4/3
Classes: 20   Fee: $353.00(R)/$368.00(N)
COURSE #      DAY       DATE             TIME
SP2-110       M/W/F Mar 30-May 15        9:00AM-12:00PM
Classes: 13   Fee: $229.00(R)/$244.00(N)
COURSE #      DAY       DATE             TIME
SP2-111       Tu/Th     Mar 31-May 14    9:00AM-12:00PM

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Youth Classes
                Art Adventures                                                    Math Fun
                Age: 5Y - 12Y                                                     Age: 7Y - 13Y
                Instructor: Nita Bivona                                           Instructor: Griselda Huete
                Location: Terrabay - Iris Room                                    Location: MSB - Belloni Room
                Using paints, pastels, clay and many other materials, your        Learning through play and hands-on math games and
                child will experience a comprehensive art program that            activities is a great way to help students understand math
YOUTH CLASSES

                includes painting, drawing, and sculpture. Artistic skills,       concepts. Activities will be based on the student’s individual
                concepts and art history will be taught in this fun-filled        level and skill. A $5.00 supply fee is payable to the instructor
                class! A $20.00 supply fee is payable to the instructor at the    at the first class.
                first class.                                                      Classes: 4    Fee: $19.00(R)/$34.00(N)
                Classes: 8   Fee: $69.00(R)/$84.00(N)                             COURSE #      DAY      DATE               TIME
                COURSE #     DAY       DATE              TIME                     SP3-215       Fri      Apr 24-May 15      4:00PM-4:45PM
                SP3-200      Tue      Mar 24-May 12      4:00PM-5:00PM
                SP3-201      Thu      Mar 26-May 14      4:00PM-5:00PM
                                                                                  Golf for Juniors
                                                                                  Age: 6Y - 17Y
                Children’s Writing Workshop                                       Instructor: Tommy Kim
                Age: 7Y - 13Y                                                     Location: Cypress Golf Learning Center
                Instructor: Griselda Huete                                        This class offers golf instruction for juniors with little or no
                Location: MSB - Belloni Room                                      experience. Etiquette, stance, grip, putting, chipping and
                Through themed writing exercises with a focus in improving        full swing will be taught. Special junior-size golf clubs will be
                sentence structure, students will work at their own level to      provided. Students will purchase golf balls at the range for
                strengthen their writing skills. Students will write, revise,     each class ($6.00 or $9.00 bucket). There will be no makeup
                and edit their writing and receive both peer and teacher          classes. It is the student’s responsibility to be present and on
                feedback. A $5.00 supply fee is payable to the instructor.        time for class.
                Classes: 4   Fee: $19.00(R)/$34.00(N)                             Classes: 4    Fee: $160.00(R)/$175.00(N)
                COURSE #     DAY      DATE               TIME                     COURSE #      DAY      DATE              TIME
                SP3-103      Fri      Apr 24-May 15      5:00PM-6:00PM            WI3-305       Sat      Mar 07-Mar 28     10:00AM-11:00AM
                                                                                  Session III
                                                                                  SP3-303       Sat     Apr 04-Apr 25       10:00AM-11:00AM
                Drawing & Painting Adventures for Kids                            Session I
                Age: 8Y - 14Y                                                     SP3-304       Sat     May 02-May 23       10:00AM-11:00AM
                Instructor: Nita Bivona                                           Session II
                Location: Terrabay - Iris Room
                Your child will have a fun-filled time focused on creativity      Kenpo-Eskrima for Children
                while they learn techniques, skills, and tips exploring drawing
                                                                                  Age: 5Y - 12Y
                with charcoals and painting with watercolors and acrylics. A
                                                                                  Instructor: Tina Chau
                $20.00 materials fee is payable to the instructor on the first
                                                                                  Location: Westborough - Multi-Use Room
                day of class.
                                                                                  Kenpo-Eskrima is a mixed martial art from the Chinese and
                Classes: 8   Fee: $101.00(R)/$116.00(N)                           Filipino fighting styles using combat-proven techniques.
                COURSE #     DAY      DATE              TIME                      This complete personal defense system uses empty hands,
                SP3-101      Tue      Mar 24-May 12     5:00PM-6:30PM             cane, knife or any available item as an improvised weapon
                SP3-102      Thu      Mar 26-May 14     5:00PM-6:30PM             in a simple, effective system applicable in today’s situations.
                                                                                  Created by Romeo Agloro; Grandmaster in Kenpo, Guro in
                                                                                  Eskrima, and Sifu in Norther Shaolin. The children’s class
                                                                                  emphasizes meditation, cardio, strengthening warm-ups,
                                                                                  and instruction on forms and techniques. Historical and
                                                                                  cultural aspects of the art will also be covered. Romeo
                                                                                  Agloro may assist. Class uniform and training supplies are
                                                                                  required and may be purchased from instructor on first day
                                                                                  of class.
                                                                                  Classes: 16   Fee: $74.00(R)/$89.00(N)
                                                                                  COURSE #      DAY       DATE              TIME
                                                                                  SP3-306       M/W       Mar 23-May 13     6:00PM-7:00PM

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Youth Classes
Shinkyu Shotokan Karate - Youth
Age: 8Y - 12Y                                                     dance Classes
Instructor: Sue Miller
Location: Fernekes Building – Multi-Purpose Hall                 South San Francisco Civic Ballet
Although self-defense may be the primary reason for taking       Maria Spremich, Artistic Director, Instructor
up karate, this training has much more to offer. A young child   Kristen Quok, Instructor

                                                                                                                                           YOUTH CLASSES
can develop self-confidence, concentration, perseverance,        Kristen Chan, Instructor
good sportsmanship, a respectful attitude, good health
along with techniques of self-defense. Parents can stay for      Pre-Ballet (Girls and Boys)
first and last classes only. Students will learn commands        Instructors: Maria Spremich, Kristen Quok, & Kristen Chan
in Japanese, become familiar with exercises, blocks, kicks       Location: (see below)
and more. Students will be promoted to Level II when ready       A basic introduction to classical ballet for the very young
and promoted by instructor (often it takes 3 - 4 sessions).      student with emphasis on the discovery and development of
Karate Gi (uniform) is required and may be purchased from        motor coordination, flexibility, expressiveness and musicality.
instructors. Sensei Sue Miller has studied Karate since 1972     New beginners please register in Pre-Ballet A. Continuing
and holds the rank of 7th degree black belt.                     students may register in Pre-Ballet B or Pre-Ballet C with
                                                                 instructor approval. Class attire: Girls: Light pink plain
Classes: 14   Fee: $50.00(R)/$65.00(N)
                                                                 leotard or dance dress (skirt attached). Light pink tights
COURSE #      DAY       DATE             TIME                    and pink leather ballet slippers are required for all classes.
SP3-307       M/W       Mar 30-May 13    5:00PM-6:00PM           No tutus please! Hair must be tied back and secured off
Level I Beginners Yellow & Blue 1
                                                                 face and neck. Boys: White T-shirt, black shorts, white socks
Classes: 14   Fee: $50.00(R)/$65.00(N)                           and white or black ballet slippers. Maria Spremich was a
COURSE #      DAY       DATE             TIME                    professional dancer with the Lines Ballet and formerly a staff
SP3-308       M/W       Mar 30-May 13    6:00PM-7:00PM           instructor for the SF Conservatory of Ballet and has been
Lev II Blue 2nd & Green 1st                                      teaching ballet classes for the Rec Dept. for over 30 years.
Classes: 14   Fee: $75.00(R)/$90.00(N)                           Kristen Quok has a Masters in Dance from Stanford Univ.
COURSE #      DAY       DATE             TIME                    and has been teaching for 20+ years.
SP3-309       M/W       Mar 30-May 13    6:00PM-7:30PM           Creative Ballet 03		                          Instructor: K. Chan
Lev III - Green 2nd & Purple & Up                                Prerequisite: Returning students with at least two sessions of Creative
                                                                 Ballet or instructor approval. Students will be gently introduced
                                                                 to proper ballet class etiquette and terminology in a creative
                                                                 environment. This is the stepping stone for Pre-Ballet classes.
                                                                 Classes: 7      Fee: $27.00(R)/$42.00(N) Age: 4Y - 5½Y
                                                                 COURSE # DAY              DATE                TIME
                                                                 SP2-401         Sat       Apr 04-May 23       9:30AM-10:00AM
                                                                 MSB – Dance Studio       No class: 4/11
                                                                 Pre-Ballet A: New Beginners                   Instructor: K. Chan
                                                                 Classes: 7    Fee: $35.00(R)/$50.00(N)        Age: 5½Y - 7Y
                                                                 COURSE # DAY            DATE                  TIME
                                                                 SP2-402       Sat       Apr 04-May 23         10:15AM-10:55AM
                                                                 MSB – Dance Studio       No class: 4/11
                                                                 Pre-Ballet B: Returning Students              Instructor: M. Spremich
                                                                 Classes: 9    Fee: $45.00(R)/$60.00(N)        Age: 5 ½Y - 7Y
                                                                 COURSE # DAY            DATE                  TIME
                                                                 SP2-403       Tue       Mar 31-May 26         3:15PM-3:55PM
                                                                 MSB – Butterfly Room
                                                                 Pre-Ballet C: Returning Students              Instructor: M. Spremich
                                                                 Classes: 9    Fee: $45.00(R)/$60.00(N)        Age: 5 ½Y - 7Y
                                                                 COURSE # DAY            DATE                  TIME
                                                                 SP2-404       Tue       Mar 31-May 26         4:00PM-4:40PM
                                                                 MSB – Butterfly Room
                                                                 Pre-Ballet D    		                            Instructor: K. Quok
                                                                 Classes: 9     Fee: $53.00(R)/$68.00(N)       Age: 5 ½Y - 7Y
                                                                 COURSE #       DAY       DATE                 TIME
                                                                 SP2-405        Wed       Apr 01-May 27        4:45PM-5:30PM
                                                                 MSB – Dance Studio

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Youth Classes
                Ballet (Girls and Boys)                                           Level 2B
                                                                                  Classes: 9 Fee: $56.00(R)/$71.00(N)
                                                                                                                             Instructor: M. Spremich
                                                                                                                             Age: 6Y - 12Y
                Instructors: Maria Spremich & Kristen Quok
                                                                                  COURSE # DAY         DATE                  TIME
                Location: (see below)
                                                                                  SP3-408    Fri       Apr 03-May 29         3:45PM-4:40PM
                Classical ballet technique from beginning (Intro) to              MSB – Butterfly Room   No class: 4/10
                advanced (9/10) levels. For Girls: Plain black leotard, (no
                attached skirts) light pink tights and pink leather ballet        Level 2C			                                Instructor: K. Quok
YOUTH CLASSES

                                                                                  Classes: 8 Fee: $61.00(R)/$76.00(N)        Age: 6Y - 12Y
                slippers (‘Capezio’ or ‘Bloch’ brand) are required for all
                classes. Shoulder length hair or longer must be tied back and     COURSE # DAY         DATE                  TIME
                up away from face in a ‘ballet bun.’ For Boys: White T-shirt,     SP3-409    Fri       Apr 03-May 29         5:00PM-6:00PM
                                                                                  MSB – Dance Studio     No class: 4/10
                black shorts, white socks and white ballet slippers. Please
                note Pre-requisites. New students in Basic thru Level 10,         Level 3A			                                Instructor: M. Spremich
                please contact instructor for class placement. Parents may        Classes: 9 Fee: $68.00(R)/$83.00(N)        Age: 7 Y - 12Y
                observe first and last class of session only.                     COURSE # DAY         DATE                  TIME
                                                                                  SP3-410    Wed       Apr 01-May 27         3:30PM-4:30PM
                Introduction			                         Instructor: K. Quok       MSB – Butterfly Room
                Classes: 8  Fee: $51.00(R)/$66.00(N)    Age: 7½Y - 12Y
                COURSE # DAY          DATE              TIME                      Level 3B			                                Instructor: K. Quok
                                                                                  Classes: 9 Fee: $68.00(R)/$83.00(N)        Age: 7 Y - 12Y
                SP3-400     Fri       Apr 03-May 29     4:00PM-4:50PM
                MSB – Dance Studio     No class: 4/10                             COURSE # DAY         DATE                  TIME
                                                                                  SP3-411    Thu       Apr 02-May 28         4:20PM-5:20PM
                Basic 1			                              Instructor: K. Quok       MSB – Dance Studio
                Classes: 8 Fee: $51.00(R)/$66.00(N)     Age: 5½Y - 7Y
                COURSE # DAY         DATE               TIME                      Level 4A			                                Instructor: M. Spremich
                                                                                  Classes: 8 Fee: $76.00(R)/$91.00(N)        Age: 7 ½Y - 13Y
                SP3-406    Mon       Mar 30-May 18      3:30PM-4:20PM
                MSB – Dance Studio                                                COURSE # DAY         DATE                  TIME
                                                                                  SP3-412    Mon       Mar 30-May 18         4:00PM-5:15PM
                Basic 2			                              Instructor: M. Spremich   MSB – Butterfly Room
                Classes: 8 Fee: $51.00(R)/$66.00(N)     Age: 5½Y - 12Y
                COURSE # DAY         DATE               TIME                      Level 4B			                                Instructor: M. Spremich
                                                                                  Classes: 9 Fee: $85.00(R)/$100.00(N)       Age: 7 ½Y - 13Y
                SP3-401    Sat       Apr 04-May 30      11:45AM-12:35PM
                MSB – Butterfly Room   No class: 4/11                             COURSE # DAY         DATE                  TIME
                                                                                  SP3-413    Thu       Apr 02-May 28         3:45PM-5:00PM
                Basic 3			                              Instructor: K. Quok       MSB – Butterfly Room
                Classes: 9 Fee: $57.00(R)/$72.00(N)     Age: 5½Y - 12Y
                COURSE # DAY         DATE               TIME                      Level 5A			                                Instructor: M. Spremich
                                                                                  Classes: 8 Fee: $71.00(R)/$86.00(N)        Age: 7Y - 18Y
                SP3-402    Thu       Apr 02-May 28      3:30PM-4:20PM
                MSB – Dance Studio                                                COURSE # DAY         DATE                  TIME
                                                                                  SP3-414    Fri       Apr 03-May 29         7:15PM-8:25PM
                Level 1A			                             Instructor: M. Spremich   MSB – Butterfly Room   No class: 4/10
                Classes: 8 Fee: $51.00(R)/$66.00(N)     Age: 5½Y - 12Y
                COURSE # DAY         DATE               TIME                      Level 5B			                                Instructor: M. Spremich
                                                                                  Classes: 9 Fee: $85.00(R)/$100.00(N)       Age: 7 ½Y - 18Y
                SP3-403    Sat       Apr 04-May 30      10:45AM-11:35AM
                MSB – Butterfly Room   No class: 4/11                             COURSE # DAY         DATE                  TIME
                                                                                  SP3-415    Tue       Mar 31-May 26         4:45PM-6:00PM
                Level 1B			                             Instructor: K. Quok       MSB – Butterfly Room
                Classes: 9 Fee: $63.00(R)/$78.00(N)     Age: 5½Y - 11Y
                COURSE # DAY         DATE               TIME                      Level 6			                                 Instructor: M. Spremich
                                                                                  Classes: 9 Fee: $85.00(R)/$100.00(N)       Age: 9Y - 18Y
                SP3-404    Wed       Apr 01-May 27      3:45PM-4:40PM
                MSB – Dance Studio                                                COURSE # DAY         DATE                  TIME
                                                                                  SP3-416    Tue       Mar 31-May 26         6:00PM-7:15PM
                Level 1C			                             Instructor: K. Quok       MSB – Butterfly Room
                Classes: 8 Fee: $56.00(R)/$71.00(N)     Age: 5½Y - 12Y
                COURSE # DAY         DATE               TIME                      Level 6 - Pointe 1		                       Instructor: M. Spremich
                                                                                  Classes: 9    Fee: $80.00(R)/$95.00(N)     Age: 9Y - 18Y
                SP3-405    Mon       Mar 30-May 18      4:20PM-5:15PM
                MSB – Dance Studio                                                COURSE # DAY            DATE               TIME
                                                                                  SP3-417       Thu       Apr 02-May 28      5:00PM-6:10PM
                Level 2A			                             Instructor: M. Spremich   MSB – Butterfly Room
                Classes: 8 Fee: $61.00(R)/$76.00(N)     Age: 6Y - 12Y
                COURSE # DAY         DATE               TIME                      Level 7 - Pointe 2		                       Instructor: M. Spremich
                                                                                  Classes: 9     Fee: $85.00(R)/$100.00(N)   Age: 11Y - 18Y
                SP3-407    Sat       Apr 04-May 30      9:30AM-10:30AM
                MSB – Butterfly Room   No class: 4/11                             COURSE # DAY             DATE              TIME
                                                                                  SP3-418        Wed       Apr 01-May 27     4:30PM-5:45PM
                                                                                  MSB – Butterfly Room

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Youth Classes
Level 7/8 A			                             Instructor: M. Spremich   Mexican Folk Dance
Classes: 8  Fee: $76.00(R)/$91.00(N)       Age: 12Y - 18Y            Age: 3½Y - 18Y
COURSE # DAY          DATE                 TIME                      Instructors: Martin Cruz, Marianna Roman, & Alexis Lopez
SP3-419     Mon       Mar 30-May 18        5:30PM-6:45PM             Location: Terrabay - Poppy Room
MSB – Butterfly Room
                                                                     Children of all ethnic backgrounds will enjoy learning
Level 7/8 B			                             Instructor: M. Spremich   Mexican Folk Dances from Ballet Folklorico of SSF. Students

                                                                                                                                        YOUTH CLASSES
Classes: 8  Fee: $76.00(R)/$91.00(N)       Age: 12Y - 18Y            may wear any leather soled shoes. See instructor for
COURSE # DAY          DATE                 TIME                      costume requirements. Students registering in Level 1B
SP3-420     Fri       Apr 03-May 29        4:45PM-6:00PM             must have had at least 2 sessions of prior experience to
MSB – Butterfly Room   No class: 4/10                                enroll. Students must have permission from instructors
Level 7/8 Combo		                          Instructor: M. Spremich   to advance from Level 1B - Level IX. Martin Cruz is is the
Classes: 26 Fee: $197.00(R)/$212.00(N)     Age: 12Y - 18Y            folklorico dance teacher at South San Francisco High School
COURSE # DAY          DATE                 TIME                      in the Performing Arts Department, is the Co-Founder and
SP3-421      Mon      Mar 30-May 18        5:30PM-6:45PM             Artistic Director of Ballet Folklorico Alma de Mexico SSFHS
             Wed      Apr 01-May 27        4:30PM-5:45PM (Lev 7)     & Community. He has extensive experience in choreography
			                                        5:45PM-7:00PM (Lev 8)     and staging performances. He will be teaching levels IV-
             Fri      Apr 03-May 29        4:45PM-6:00PM (Lev 7)
			                                        6:00PM-7:15PM (Lev 8)
                                                                     Level IX. Marianna Roman has many years experience in
MSB – Butterfly Room   No Class: 4/10                                multi-cultural dance. She will be teaching Level IA-Level III.
                                                                     The classes listed below are provided by the AFFILIATED non-
Level 8/9 - Pointe 3		                     Instructor: M. Spremich
Classes: 9    Fee: $85.00(R)/$100.00(N)    Age: 12Y - 18Y
                                                                     profit group, Ballet Folklorico of SSF. Ballet Folklorico of SSF
COURSE # DAY            DATE               TIME
                                                                     is “co-sponsored” by the Recreation Department.
SP3-422       Wed       Apr 01-May 27      5:45PM-7:00PM             Classes: -    Fee: $24.00(R)/$39.00(N)
MSB – Butterfly Room                                                 COURSE #      DAY      DATE              TIME
Level 9/10 A			                            Instructor: M. Spremich   SP3-460       Fri      Mar 27-May 15     5:30PM-6:00PM
Classes: 8  Fee: $91.00(R)/$106.00(N)      Age: 12Y - 18Y            Level IA - New Students Only
COURSE # DAY          DATE                 TIME                      SP3-461       Fri      Mar 27-May 15     6:00PM-6:45PM
                                                                     Level IB - Returning Students Only
SP3-423     Mon       Mar 30-May 18        7:00PM-8:30PM
MSB – Butterfly Room                                                 SP3-462       Fri      Mar 27-May 15     7:00PM-7:50PM
                                                                     Level II
Level 9/10 B			                            Instructor: M. Spremich   SP3-463       Mon      Mar 23-May 11     7:20PM-8:10PM
Classes: 8  Fee: $76.00(R)/$91.00(N)       Age: 12Y - 18Y            Level III
COURSE # DAY          DATE                 TIME                      SP3-464       Thu      Mar 26-May 14     6:25PM-7:15PM
SP3-424     Fri       Apr 03-May 29        6:00PM-7:15PM             Level IV
MSB – Butterfly Room   No class: 4/10                                SP3-465       Tue      Mar 24-May 12     6:30PM-7:25PM
                                                                     Level V
Level 9/10 Combo		                         Instructor: M. Spremich
Classes: 25 Fee: $216.00(R)/$231.00(N)     Age: 12Y - 18Y            SP3-466       Mon      Mar 23-May 11     5:30PM-6:20PM
                                                                     Level VI
COURSE # DAY          DATE                 TIME
                                                                     SP3-467       Thu      Mar 26-May 14     5:30PM-6:20PM
SP3-425      Mon      Mar 30-May 18        7:00PM-8:30PM             Level VII
             Wed      Apr 01-May 27        7:00PM-8:30PM
             Fri      Apr 03-May 29        6:00PM-7:15PM             SP3-468       Tue      Mar 24-May 12     7:30PM-8:25PM
MSB – Butterfly Room   No Class: 4/10                                Level VIII
                                                                     SP3-469       Mon      Mar 23-May 11     6:25PM-7:15PM
Level 9/10 - Pointe 4		                    Instructor: M. Spremich   Level IX
Classes: 9    Fee: $102.00(R)/$117.00(N)   Age: 12Y - 18Y
COURSE # DAY            DATE               TIME
SP3-426       Wed       Apr 01-May 27      7:00PM-8:30PM
MSB – Butterfly Room

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Youth Classes
                Tap Dance for Kids                                                   Ukulele Music Classes
                Age: 5Y - 18Y                                                        Age: 10Y and up
                Instructor: Carol Costakis                                           Instructor: Sil Castillo
                Location: MSB - Marie Peterson Room                                  Location: MSB - Belloni Room
                Get ready to Tap! Carol Costakis is an experienced and               If you have a Ukulele instrument and have not played it
                enthusiastic instructor that will have kids of all levels wanting    for a while, or would like to learn how to play, come join
YOUTH CLASSES

                to learn more.                                                       this ‘new’ fun, social gathering for all ages. We will go over
                No class: 4/4                                                        basic chords and learn to play and sing simple Hawaiian
                Classes: 8     Fee: $20.00(R)/$35.00(N)                              songs. Bring out the Aloha in you! Students will need to
                COURSE #       DAY      DATE              TIME                       bring their own Ukulele instrument to class. Enrollment
                SP3-567        Sat      Mar 28-May 23     1:00PM-1:25PM
                                                                                     into Intermediate class needs instructor approval. A
                Intro (Age 5Y - 7Y)                                                  $10.00 materials fee for new students only is payable to
                SP3-568        Sat       Mar 28-May 23    1:30PM-1:55PM              the instructor at the first class. Sil Castillo is a professional
                Intro (Age 8Y & up)                                                  Hawaiian style musician specializing in guitar and ukulele.
                Classes: 8     Fee: $16.00(R)/$31.00(N)                              Please note the new class day and location.
                COURSE #       DAY      DATE              TIME                       Classes: 8     Fee: $62.00(R)/$77.00(N)
                SP3-569        Sat      Mar 28-May 23     11:30AM-11:50AM            COURSE #       DAY      DATE                TIME
                Level 1 (Age 5Y - 8Y)*                                               SP5-500        Tue      Mar 24-May 12       6:30PM-7:30PM
                                                                                     Beginners
                Classes: 8     Fee: $25.00(R)/$40.00(N)
                COURSE #       DAY      DATE              TIME                       SP5-501        Tue     Mar 24-May 12        7:30PM-8:30PM
                                                                                     Intermediate
                SP3-570        Sat      Mar 28-May 23     12:15PM-12:40PM
                Level 2 Semi-Private (Age 9Y - 13Y)*
                SP3-565        Sat       Mar 28-May 23    10:30AM-10:55AM            Private Clarinet & Saxophone Lessons
                Level 4 Semi-Private (Age 9Y - 14Y)*                                 Age: 10Y and up
                SP3-566        Sat       Mar 28-May 23    11:00AM-11:25AM            Instructor: Wen-Liang Chung
                Level 5 Private (Age 14Y & up)*
                                                                                     Location: (see below)
                *Instructor’s approval required
                                                                                     Wen-Liang Chung has an M.M. in clarinet performance
                                                                                     from San Francisco State University and has been teaching
                                                                                     clarinet and saxophone in the Bay Area for over 15 years.
                 music Classes                                                       His goal is to inspire students so they will enjoy playing and
                                                                                     listening to music. Students must have their own instrument.
                                                                                     Lesson books are required; the instructor will determine
                Mariachi Music Classes                                               the proper level of instruction and recommend appropriate
                Age: 8Y and up                                                       lesson books at the first lesson.
                Instructor: Martin Cruz
                Location: Magnolia - Multi-Use Room (3rd floor)                      Location: MSB - Betty Weber Room
                                                                                     Classes: 8   Fee: $153.00(R)/$168.00(N)
                Would you like to learn how to play Mariachi instruments?
                                                                                     COURSE # DAY           DATE                 TIME
                Children, teens and adults of all ethnic backgrounds will enjoy
                                                                                     SP5-510      Tue       Mar 24-May 12        6:00PM-6:30PM
                learning a variety of songs. Guitar, Trumpet, Violin, Guitarron
                and Vihuela instruction will be offered. All skill levels welcome,   SP5-511      Tue       Mar 24-May 12        6:30PM-7:00PM
                however to register in the Intermediate level a minimum of           SP5-512      Tue       Mar 24-May 12        7:00PM-7:30PM
                one year of experience is required. Students must provide            Location: Magnolia - 3rd Fl Classroom
                their own instrument.                                                Classes: 8   Fee: $153.00(R)/$168.00(N)
                Classes: 8     Fee: $44.00(R)/$59.00(N)                              COURSE # DAY            DATE                TIME
                COURSE #       DAY      DATE              TIME                       SP5-513      Thu        Mar 26-May 14       6:00PM-6:30PM
                SP5-503        Tue      Mar 24-May 12     4:00PM-5:00PM              SP5-514      Thu        Mar 26-May 14       6:30PM-7:00PM
                Beginning                                                            SP5-515      Thu        Mar 26-May 14       7:00PM-7:30PM
                SP5-504        Tue       Mar 24-May 12    5:00PM-6:00PM
                Intermediate

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music Classes
Private Guitar Lessons - Beginner
Age: 7Y and up
Instructor: Carl Nickolas
Location: (see below)
Learn how to play the guitar! This class is designed for
children, teens and adults alike with little to no experience
playing guitar. Learn all the basics from proper care of the
guitar to open position cords. It is strongly advised that
students have access to a guitar outside of the class for
practice purposes. The instructor will be able to provide you
with suggestions of what to purchase if necessary. Instructor
Carl Nikolas has been teaching music to kids on the Peninsula

                                                                                                                                MUSIC CLASSES
for over 6 years and has been playing guitar, piano and
singing for much longer! A $10.00 supply fee, for the required
music book, is payable to the instructor at the first class.
Location: MSB - Betty Weber Room
Classes: 8   Fee: $67.00(R)/$82.00(N)
COURSE # DAY           DATE                  TIME                Private Piano Lessons - Theresa Ames
SP5-100      Mon       Mar 23-May 11         2:00PM-2:30PM       Age: 7Y and up
SP5-101      Mon       Mar 23-May 11         2:30PM-3:00PM       Instructor: Theresa Ames
SP5-102      Mon       Mar 23-May 11         3:00PM-3:30PM       Location: Terrabay - Piano Room
SP5-103      Mon       Mar 23-May 11         3:30PM-4:00PM       Through the piano, we will work on songs and understanding
Location: MSB - Betty Weber Room                                 the connections with making music. This holistic approach
Classes: 8   Fee: $67.00(R)/$82.00(N)                            encompasses: theory, chords, harmony, technique, memory,
COURSE # DAY           DATE                  TIME                listening, focus, and making music in a way that works best
SP5-104      Tue       Mar 24-May 12         3:00PM-3:30PM       for the student. Students must have access to a keyboard
SP5-105      Tue       Mar 24-May 12         3:30PM-4:00PM       or piano to practice with. Please bring any personal piano
                                                                 books and materials you may already own, Theresa will
SP5-106      Tue       Mar 24-May 12         4:00PM-4:30PM
                                                                 determine from there if a piano lesson book or other
SP5-107      Tue       Mar 24-May 12         4:30PM-5:00PM
                                                                 materials will be needed. Theresa has a B.A. in music, and
SP5-108      Tue       Mar 24-May 12         5:00PM-5:30PM
                                                                 over 35 years of experience playing, teaching, and directing
SP5-109      Tue       Mar 24-May 12         5:30PM-6:00PM
                                                                 musical theater in the Bay Area.
Location: MSB - Betty Weber Room
                                                                 Classes: 8   Fee: $153.00(R)/$168.00(N)
Classes: 8   Fee: $67.00(R)/$82.00(N)
                                                                 COURSE #     DAY      DATE                TIME
COURSE # DAY           DATE           TIME
                                                                 SP5-200      Thu      Mar 26-May 14       4:00PM-4:30PM
SP5-110      Wed       Mar 25-May 13  3:00PM-3:30PM
                                                                 SP5-201      Thu      Mar 26-May 14       4:30PM-5:00PM
SP5-111      Wed       Mar 25-May 13  3:30PM-4:00PM
                                                                 SP5-202      Thu      Mar 26-May 14       5:00PM-5:30PM
SP5-112      Wed       Mar 25-May 13  4:00PM-4:30PM
                                                                 SP5-203      Thu      Mar 26-May 14       5:30PM-6:00PM
SP5-113      Wed       Mar 25-May 13  4:30PM-5:00PM
                                                                 SP5-204      Thu      Mar 26-May 14       6:00PM-6:30PM
SP5-114      Wed       Mar 25-May 13  5:00PM-5:30PM
                                                                 SP5-205      Thu      Mar 26-May 14       6:30PM-7:00PM
SP5-115      Wed       Mar 25-May 13  5:30PM-6:00PM
                                                                 SP5-206      Thu      Mar 26-May 14       7:00PM-7:30PM
Location: MSB - Betty Weber Room*                                SP5-207      Thu      Mar 26-May 14       7:30PM-8:00PM
Classes: 8   Fee: $67.00(R)/$82.00(N)
COURSE # DAY           DATE                  TIME
SP5-116      Thu       Mar 26-May 14         3:00PM-3:30PM
SP5-117      Thu       Mar 26-May 14         3:30PM-4:00PM
SP5-118      Thu       Mar 26-May 14         4:00PM-4:30PM
SP5-119      Thu       Mar 26-May 14         4:30PM-5:00PM
SP5-120      Thu       Mar 26-May 14         5:00PM-5:30PM
SP5-121      Thu       Mar 26-May 14         5:30PM-6:00PM
*Classes on 4/2 and 4/16 will be held in Council Chambers

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music Classes
                Private Piano Lessons - Rosemarie Picone                         Private Piano Lessons - Sandra Pobe
                Age: 7Y - 17Y                                                    Age: 7Y and up
                Instructor: Rosemarie Picone                                     Instructor: Sandra Pobe
                Location: Westborough - Piano Room                               Location: (see below)
                Rosemarie Picone has a B.M. and M.M. in Piano Performance.       Students must have access to keyboard or a piano for
                She has studied at the Juilliard School and the Manhattan        practice outside of class. A piano lesson book will be
                School of Music. She is a former faculty member at both          required and the instructor will determine the proper level of
                Sonoma State University and San Francisco State University.      instruction. Sandra Pobe has a degree in music.
                Piano students may sign up for these private one half            MSB - Council Chambers
                hour lessons that will focus on reading music and proper         Classes: 7   Fee: $134.00(R)/$149.00(N)   No class: 4/13
                technique. Students must have access to keyboard or piano        COURSE #     DAY       DATE               TIME
                for daily practice outside of class. Piano lesson book will be   SP5-401      Mon       Mar 23-May 11      3:30PM-4:00PM
MUSIC CLASSES

                required and instructor will determine the proper level of       SP5-402      Mon       Mar 23-May 11      4:00PM-4:30PM
                instruction at first class. Students must bring assigned books   SP5-403      Mon       Mar 23-May 11      4:30PM-5:00PM
                to each lesson. Registration for multiple lessons requires       SP5-404      Mon       Mar 23-May 11      5:00PM-5:30PM
                prior approval from instructor. Parents are invited to attend
                                                                                 SP5-405      Mon       Mar 23-May 11      5:30PM-6:00PM
                the first class of the session.
                                                                                 SP5-406      Mon       Mar 23-May 11      6:00PM-6:30PM
                Classes: 8   Fee: $153.00(R)/$168.00(N)                          SP5-407      Mon       Mar 23-May 11      7:00PM-7:30PM
                COURSE #     DAY      DATE                TIME                   SP5-408      Mon       Mar 23-May 11      7:30PM-8:00PM
                SP5-300      Mon      Mar 23-May 11       3:00PM-3:30PM
                                                                                 Westborough - Piano Room
                SP5-301      Mon      Mar 23-May 11       3:30PM-4:00PM          Classes: 7   Fee: $134.00(R)/$149.00(N)   No class: 4/14
                SP5-302      Mon      Mar 23-May 11       4:00PM-4:30PM          COURSE #     DAY       DATE               TIME
                SP5-303      Mon      Mar 23-May 11       4:30PM-5:00PM          SP5-409      Tue       Mar 24-May 12      4:00PM-4:30PM
                SP5-304      Mon      Mar 23-May 11       5:00PM-5:30PM          SP5-410      Tue       Mar 24-May 12      4:30PM-5:00PM
                SP5-305      Mon      Mar 23-May 11       5:30PM-6:00PM          SP5-411      Tue       Mar 24-May 12      5:00PM-5:30PM
                SP5-306      Mon      Mar 23-May 11       6:00PM-6:30PM          SP5-412      Tue       Mar 24-May 12      5:30PM-6:00PM
                SP5-307      Mon      Mar 23-May 11       6:30PM-7:00PM          SP5-413      Tue       Mar 24-May 12      6:00PM-6:30PM
                SP5-308      Mon      Mar 23-May 11       7:00PM-7:30PM          SP5-414      Tue       Mar 24-May 12      7:00PM-7:30PM
                SP5-309      Mon      Mar 23-May 11       7:30PM-8:00PM          SP5-415      Tue       Mar 24-May 12      7:30PM-8:00PM
                Classes: 8   Fee: $153.00(R)/$168.00(N)                          MSB - Park & Rec Conference Room
                COURSE #     DAY      DATE                TIME                   Classes: 7   Fee: $134.00(R)/$149.00(N)   No class: 4/11
                SP5-310      Wed      Mar 25-May 13       3:00PM-3:30PM          COURSE #     DAY       DATE               TIME
                SP5-311      Wed      Mar 25-May 13       3:30PM-4:00PM          SP5-416      Sat       Mar 28-May 16      9:00AM-9:30AM
                SP5-312      Wed      Mar 25-May 13       4:00PM-4:30PM          SP5-417      Sat       Mar 28-May 16      9:30AM-10:00AM
                SP5-313      Wed      Mar 25-May 13       4:30PM-5:00PM          SP5-418      Sat       Mar 28-May 16      10:00AM-10:30AM
                SP5-314      Wed      Mar 25-May 13       5:00PM-5:30PM          SP5-419      Sat       Mar 28-May 16      10:30AM-11:00AM
                SP5-315      Wed      Mar 25-May 13       5:30PM-6:00PM          SP5-420      Sat       Mar 28-May 16      11:00AM-11:30AM
                SP5-316      Wed      Mar 25-May 13       6:00PM-6:30PM          SP5-421      Sat       Mar 28-May 16      11:30AM-12:00PM
                SP5-317      Wed      Mar 25-May 13       6:30PM-7:00PM
                SP5-318      Wed      Mar 25-May 13       7:00PM-7:30PM
                SP5-319      Wed      Mar 25-May 13       7:30PM-8:00PM
                Classes: 8   Fee: $153.00(R)/$168.00(N)
                COURSE #     DAY      DATE                TIME
                SP5-320      Thu      Mar 26-May 14       3:00PM-3:30PM
                SP5-321      Thu      Mar 26-May 14       3:30PM-4:00PM
                SP5-322      Thu      Mar 26-May 14       4:00PM-4:30PM
                SP5-323      Thu      Mar 26-May 14       4:30PM-5:00PM
                SP5-324      Thu      Mar 26-May 14       5:00PM-5:30PM
                SP5-325      Thu      Mar 26-May 14       5:30PM-6:00PM
                SP5-326      Thu      Mar 26-May 14       6:00PM-6:30PM
                SP5-327      Thu      Mar 26-May 14       6:30PM-7:00PM
                SP5-328      Thu      Mar 26-May 14       7:00PM-7:30PM
                SP5-329      Thu      Mar 26-May 14       7:30PM-8:00PM

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teen and adult Classes
Private Piano Lessons - Helena Saco
Age: 7Y and up                                                    dance Classes
Instructor: Helena Saco
Location: (see below)                                            Ballet for Teens and Adults I & II
Learn how to play the piano through learning basic rhythms,      Age: 14Y & Up
note reading, music notation and proper technique. Students      Instructor: Maria Spremich
must have access to a keyboard and or piano, and a piano         Location: MSB - Butterfly Room
lesson book will be required. Teacher will determine the level   This class is not an ‘absolute beginners’ class. Previous
of book. Students will also learn rhythm through playing         experience with elementary positions and concepts of
percussion instruments. Helena Saco has a B.M. in Music          classical ballet technique equal to one year of training, is
Education and a teaching credential from San Francisco           helpful as this class is ongoing. This is a good level for those
State University. Registration for more than one session will    returning to ballet after many years as well as for students
need to be approved by the instructor.                           from other forms of dance (i.e. jazz, tap, hip-hop) wishing to
Location: Terrabay - Piano Room                                  supplement or enhance their training. Class attire: Ladies -
Classes: 8    Fee: $153.00(R)/$168.00(N)                         leotard (any style/color), tights or leggings/jazz/yoga pants,
COURSE # DAY            DATE                  TIME               leather or canvas ballet slippers. Gentlemen - T-shirt, athletic

                                                                                                                                    TEEN AND ADULT CLASSES
SP5-240       Mon       Mar 23-May 11         4:00PM-4:30PM      shorts/pants or jazz/yoga pants, leather or canvas ballet
SP5-241       Mon       Mar 23-May 11         4:30PM-5:00PM      slippers. Leotards, tights and ballet slippers can be purchased
SP5-242       Mon       Mar 23-May 11         5:00PM-5:30PM      on-line at discountdance.com or at the Dance Theater Shop
SP5-243       Mon       Mar 23-May 11         5:30PM-6:00PM      in San Mateo.
SP5-244       Mon       Mar 23-May 11         6:30PM-7:00PM      Classes: 9     Fee: $80.00(R)/$95.00(N)
SP5-245       Mon       Mar 23-May 11         7:00PM-7:30PM      COURSE #       DAY      DATE              TIME
SP5-246       Mon       Mar 23-May 11         7:30PM-8:00PM      SP1-401        Thu      Apr 02-May 28     6:15PM-7:25PM
Location: Terrabay - Piano Room
Classes: 8    Fee: $153.00(R)/$168.00(N)                         Ballet for Teens and Adults II & III
COURSE # DAY            DATE                  TIME               Age: 14Y and up
SP5-247       Tue       Mar 24-May 12         4:00PM-4:30PM      Instructor: Maria Spremich
SP5-248       Tue       Mar 24-May 12         4:30PM-5:00PM      Location: MSB - Butterfly Room
SP5-249       Tue       Mar 24-May 12         5:00PM-5:30PM      Classical Ballet technique taught in the Intermediate Level.
SP5-250       Tue       Mar 24-May 12         5:30PM-6:00PM      Must have previous training in Advanced Beginning Ballet,
SP5-251       Tue       Mar 24-May 12         6:30PM-7:00PM      and experience in ‘centre’ work (i.e. adagio pirouettes, and
SP5-252       Tue       Mar 24-May 12         7:00PM-7:30PM      allegros). Level III includes optional pointe work.
SP5-253       Tue       Mar 24-May 12         7:30PM-8:00PM      Classes: 9     Fee: $85.00(R)/$100.00(N)
Location: Terrabay - Piano Room                                  COURSE #       DAY       DATE            TIME
Classes: 8    Fee: $153.00(R)/$168.00(N)                         SP1-403        Tue       Mar 31-May 26   7:15PM-8:30PM
COURSE # DAY            DATE                  TIME               Level II/III
SP5-254       Wed       Mar 25-May 13         4:00PM-4:30PM      SP1-404        Thu     Apr 02-May 28      7:30PM-8:45PM
                                                                 Level III
SP5-255       Wed       Mar 25-May 13         4:30PM-5:00PM
SP5-256       Wed       Mar 25-May 13         5:00PM-5:30PM
SP5-257       Wed       Mar 25-May 13         5:30PM-6:00PM
SP5-258       Wed       Mar 25-May 13         6:30PM-7:00PM
SP5-259       Wed       Mar 25-May 13         7:00PM-7:30PM
SP5-260       Wed       Mar 25-May 13         7:30PM-8:00PM
Location: MSB - Council Chambers*
Classes: 8   Fee: $153.00(R)/$168.00(N)
COURSE # DAY            DATE                  TIME
SP5-261      Fri        Mar 27-May 15         2:00PM-2:30PM
SP5-262      Fri        Mar 27-May 15         2:30PM-3:00PM
SP5-263      Fri        Mar 27-May 15         3:00PM-3:30PM
SP5-264      Fri        Mar 27-May 15         3:30PM-4:00PM
SP5-265      Fri        Mar 27-May 15         4:00PM-4:30PM
SP5-266      Fri        Mar 27-May 15         4:30PM-5:00PM
*Class on 4/3 will be held in Staff Conference Room

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teen and adult Classes
                         Belly Dancing - Beginners                                          Hawaiian Hula
                         Age: 12Y and up                                                    Age: 18Y and up
                         Instructor: Alisa Greer                                            Instructor: Mili Aranda
                         Location: Magnolia Center - Activity Room 1st Floor                Location: MSB - Butterfly Dance Studio
                         Have you always wanted to try belly dancing? In this course,       Come and enjoy learning Hawaiian Hula! It’s great fun
                         we will learn some basic belly dance movements that will           and exercise! You will learn the basic hula footwork, hand
                         have you dancing in no time. The feminine art of belly dance       gestures and a hula to a familiar Hawaiian song. No handout
                         will add fun, fitness and friendship to your life and women        materials will be available in this course. Please bring your
                         of any age or body type can become beautiful dancers. No           own pau skirt (T-Shirt & leggings are ok too). Mili Aranda
                         previous dance experience is required. We’d love to have           has over 20 years of experience in dance, competition,
                         you join us. Alisa Greer is a lifelong belly dancer who loves      music and teaching. Founder and Director of the Polynesian
                         passing the art on to others. For more information, please         Performing Dance Company - ‘Rahiti’. For information:
                         contact Alisa at alisa@alisagreer.com. She would love to see       rahiti1@yahoo.com.
                         you in class.                                                      Classes: 8   Fee: $50.00(R)/$65.00(N)
                         No class: 4/8                                                      COURSE #     DAY      DATE              TIME
                         Classes: 7   Fee: $46.00(R)/$61.00(N)                              SP1-465      Tue      Mar 24-May 12     10:45AM-11:45AM
TEEN AND ADULT CLASSES

                         COURSE #     DAY       DATE              TIME
                         SP1-460      Wed      Mar 25-May 13      7:00PM-8:00PM
                                                                                            Hawaiian & Tahitian Dance - Level I & II
                                                                                            Age: 15Y and up
                         Belly Dance - Intermediate/Advanced                                Instructor: Mili Aranda
                         Age: 12Y and up                                                    Location: MSB - Social Hall
                         Instructor: Alisa Greer                                            Come and join the fun learning dances from the South Pacific
                         Location: Magnolia Center - Activity Room 1st Floor                Islands. All classes will learn basic dance hip movements,
                         This class is for students with previous knowledge of the basic    footwork and gestures. Students will have the opportunity to
                         steps of belly dance. We will continue refining the basics as      learn dance(s) and perform on the last day of the session.
                         we progress onto more complex movements. We will explore           Level I - no experience needed. Level II - need 3 of years of
                         different kinds of music and props (veil, finger cymbals, sword,   experience or instructor permission to enroll. Please bring a
                         etc.) and we can work on a group dance too—the world is our        Pa’u Skirt & Pareo (Sarong) to class. Instructor will provide
                         oyster in this class! Students can expect a welcoming, fun and     resources for purchasing at first class, if needed. Mary Ann
                         supportive learning environment with other lovers of belly         Narvaez may assist with instruction. Note: May require
                         dance. Alisa Greer is a lifelong belly dancer who loves passing    costume and or accessory purchases for performances.
                         the art on to others. For more information, please contact         Basic Drumming lessons are available during Level II class
                         Alisa at alisa@alisagreer.com. Come join the fun!                  for registered students, only. The Aranda Family (Mili Pasion
                         No class: 4/8                                                      Aranda, Remie Aranda, Reggie Aranda) have over 20 years
                         Classes: 7   Fee: $46.00(R)/$61.00(N)                              of experience in dance, competition, music and teaching.
                         COURSE #     DAY       DATE              TIME                      Founder and Director of the Polynesian Performing Dance
                         SP1-461      Wed      Mar 25-May 13      8:00PM-9:00PM
                                                                                            Company - ‘Rahiti’. For information: rahiti1@yahoo.com.
                                                                                            Classes: 8   Fee: $62.00(R)/$77.00(N)
                                                                                            COURSE #     DAY      DATE              TIME
                         Fox Trot                                                           SP1-462      Tue      Mar 24-May 12     7:45PM-9:00PM
                         Age: 16Y and up                                                    Level I
                         Instructor: Adrian Bermudez
                                                                                            Classes: 8   Fee: $87.00(R)/$102.00(N)
                         Location: MSB - Social Hall
                         Fox Trot is a great American dance that’s been around since        COURSE #     DAY       DATE            TIME
                         early in the 20th century in one form or another. It can be        SP1-463      Thu      Mar 26-May 14    7:30PM-9:15PM
                                                                                            Level II
                         danced to old 20’s, 30’s and 40’s standards as well as much
                         of contemporary music from the 50’s on to the present. It is
                         danced on ‘Dancing with the Stars’ and ‘So You Think You Can
                         Dance’ quite often. Come and enjoy this adaptable fun dance.
                         Classes: 8   Fee: $60.00(R)/$75.00(N)
                         COURSE #     DAY      DATE               TIME
                         SP1-414      Wed      Mar 25-May 13      7:15PM-8:15PM

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