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The Berkley Buzz
Spring - Summer 2018
JUMP-A-RAMA • DOG OBEDIENCE •KARATE
FITNESS CLASSES • SAFETY CLASSES
SUMMER CAMPS
Table of Contents
What’s Buzzin’ in Berkley 3
Youth Programs 4-5
Dog Obedience 6
Sanchin Ryu Karate 7
Fitness Classes 8
Zumba® 9
Safety Classes 10
Summer Camps 12-16
Berkley Parks and Recreation Staff
Senior Center Information 18
Theresa McArleton
Registration Options for Parks and Recreation Director
Berkley Parks and Recreation Programs tmcarleton@berkleymich.net
Registration for Programs at the Berkley Parks and
Recreation Department can be done in a variety of Scott Jennex, CPRP
ways including in person, over the phone or online. Manager - Recreation Programs
Cash, check, Visa, Mastercard, Discover or American sjennex@berkleymich.net
Express are acceptable forms of payment. Checks
will need to be made out to the “City of Berkley.” Dan McMinn
Manager - Special Events/Senior Programs
Refunds will be issued for any class or program
dmcminn@berkleymich.net
that is canceled by the department. There will be
a $5 processing fee for any cancellations that occur
before attending two or more classes. Once two or Amanda Slusarski
more classes have been attended a refund will not Office Administrator
aslusarski@berkleymich.net
be issued.
You may register for most of our classes or programs Joe Nazione
Maintenance Leader
after they have started at a pro-rated fee. jnazione@berkleymich.net
The Berkley Parks and Recreation Department
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City of Berkley Phone Numbers
Police/Fire Emergency ONLY 911
Police and Fire Department 248.658.3380
City Hall Main Number 248.658.3300
City Manager 248.658.3350
City Clerk 248.658.3310
Holiday Calendar Department of Public Works 248.658.3490
City Offices will be closed for the following dates: Finance/Purchasing 248.658.3340
Friday, March 30 - Good Friday Berkley Public Library 248.658.3440
Monday, May 28 - Memorial Day Building Department 248.658.3320
Wednesday, July 4 - Independence Day Parks and Recreation 248.658.3470
Monday, September 3 - Labor Day 45-A District Court 248.658.3400
WBRK 248.658.3330
Important Dates: Chamber of Commerce 248.414.9157
Sunday, April 1 - Easter Sunday Post Office 248.546.7159
Sunday, May 13 - Mother’s Day Berkley School District 248.837.8000
Sunday, June 17 - Father’s Day Tyndall Center 248.837.8900
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Youth Sports Contacts
Berkley City Council
The Berkley City Council meets on the 1st Berkley Dad’s Club Baseball
and 3rd Monday of each month at 7:00 pm Mike Kerby
at City Hall. Meetings are open to the public mkerby100@gmail.com
and are televised live on Berkley’s Channel http://www.berkleydadsclub.org.assn.la/
(WBRK) 10 on WOW and 17 on Comcast. Berkley Hoops Basketball
Jason Welch
Dan Terbrack, Mayor 248.747.0453
Steven W. Baker, Mayor Pro Tem http://www.berkleyhoops.com/
Jack Blanchard, Councilmember Berkley Mom’s Club Softball
Ross Gavin, Councilmember Corrina Campbell
Dennis S. Hennen, Councilmember 248.255.6263
Eileen Steadman, Councilmember http://bmc-softball.com/
Berkley Panthers Wrestling Club
Aaron Dean
248.930.6182
http://www.berkleywrestlingclub.com
Berkley Steelers Cheerleading
Parks and Recreation Melissa Gallis
Advisory Board 248.310.5215
Meetings are held the 2nd Thursday of each http://www.berkleysteelers.net
month at 7:00 pm at the Community Center. All Berkley Steelers Football
are welcome to attend and share their Parks Andrew Hadfield
and Recreation ideas. 248.506.2464
http://www.berkleysteelers.net
Mike Kerby - Chairperson South Oakland County Soccer
Josephine Brewer Gary Polk 248-515-9243 - SOCS Voicemail
John Nicolai Josh Pollard SOCSregistrar@gmail.com
Greg Patterson Betty Smith http://www.socsfc.com/
July 14, 2018
11 am to 6 pm
Downtown Berkley starting at Dorothea & Coolidge
Featured Chalk Artists David Zinn & Rebecca Robinson
Chalk Art Contest - must register to participate • Mural Viewings
DIA Art Workshop for all ages • Children’s Chalk Art Tent • Live Music
BerkleyStreetArtFest.com #BerkleyArt
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WHAT’S BUZZIN’ IN BERKLEY
Outdoor Fitness Classes
Parent-Child Yoga at Jaycee Park Summer Yoga at Jaycee Park
In this six week session, we will explore Ages 16 & Up
Movement, Breath, Family and Fun outside in the Options for both beginners and experienced
fresh summer air. At least one parent per yogis offered. This is an alignment based class
family must attend. Please bring a yoga mat or that focuses on breath. Build strength through
beach towel. Kids age 5(ish) and up and parents. establishing and holding poses that progress into a
Instructor: Miranda Grove steady flow. Please bring your yoga mat.
Instructor: Miranda Grove
Date: June 19, Tuesdays
Time: 4:50 - 5:20 pm Date: June 19, Tuesdays
Cost: $35 residents $40 non-residents Time: 5:30 - 6:20 pm
$9 drop-in Cost: $43 residents $48 non-residents
Length: 6 classes $9 drop-in
Length: 6 classes
Boot Camp at Community Park
Ages 16 & Up
A great class for all fitness levels. A high
intensity workout with a mix of strength training and
aerobic fitness that will deliver total body results.
This boot camp inspired workout will challenge you
mentally and physically, using just your own body
weight. A different workout every week to improve
your overall fitness-strength, cardio, flexibility and
endurance. Work hard and have fun! Please bring a
water bottle, towel and yoga mat to class.
Instructor: Bre Young
Date: June 2, Saturdays
July 21
Time: 8:00 - 8:55 am
Cost: $51 residents $56 non-residents
$12 drop-in
Length: 5 classes
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Gymnastics Tumble Tots
Ages 3 - 5 or 5 - 9 Ages 1 - 2 or 3 - 4
Each child is given the opportunity to This program will provide toddlers and
explore a wide variety of apparatus, such as basic preschoolers with an opportunity to explore a
YOUTH PROGRAMS
tumbling skills, springboard activities, Balance wide variety of basic tumbling apparatus like
Beam, Gymnastic jumps and trampoline exercises. springboard, balance beam, large and small gross
This six-week program will provide your child with motor mats, trampoline and more. Class begins
progressive skills that will encourage with muscle conditioning including running,
self-confidence and coordination! Each week an jumping and hopping then moves into music time.
obstacle course will be setup to help the student Students will concentrate on body awareness,
with the skill introduced. Students should wear eye-hand coordination and balance. The class
leotards or shorts. Hair must be put up and no will end with parachute and bubble activities.
jewelry please. Parent participation required.
Instructor: Jump-A-Rama Instructor: Jump-A-Rama
Ages 3 - 5 Ages 1 - 2
Date: April 26 Date: April 26
Time: 2:30 - 3:15 pm Time: 10:00 - 10:50 am
Ages 5 - 9 Ages 3 - 4
Date: April 26 Date: April 26
Time: 3:45 - 4:30 pm Time: 11:00 - 11:50 am
Cost: $72 residents $77 non-residents Cost: $72 residents $77 non-residents
Length: 6 classes Length: 6 classes
Questions? Contact jump-a-rama@sbcglobal.net Little Ninjas
Classes will be canceled if minimum registration Ages 4 - 10
numbers are not met. Join us for interactive obstacle courses to
conquer, jump, climb and slide your way through.
Jump-A-Rama Classes will not meet on May 17th Participate in drills to beat your best time.
Everyone will be awarded with a certificate and
ribbon of completion.
Instructor: Jump-A-Rama
Date: April 26, Thursdays
Time: 4:30 - 5:15 pm -or- 5:15 - 6:00 pm
Cost: $72 residents $77 non-residents
Length: 6 classes
Doll and Me Tea Party
Ages 2 - 12
Follow your inner star, the Doll and Me Tea Party
is here! Make sure to bring your Doll along. Be
prepared to listen to music, do gymnastics with
your Doll, take part in a nail station and make
friendship bracelets for you and your doll, plus much
more! Snacks and lemonade will be provided. Fee
includes getting nails done and refreshments.
Instructor: Jump-A-Rama
Date: April 14, Saturday
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Cost: $25
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Parent - Tot Playgroup Parent - Tot Camp
Ages 16 months - 3 Ages 16 months - 3
Participants will partake in such activities as arts, Get out for the day, socialize and interact with
crafts, music and games. There is a new theme each other parents and children. Participants will
YOUTH PROGRAMS
week, so no two classes will be quite the same. partake in such activities as arts, crafts, music and
Instructor: Ms. Natalie games. There is a new theme each week, so no two
classes will be quite the same.
Date: April 11, Wednesdays Instructor: Ms. Natalie
Time: 10:00 - 11:15 am
Cost: $45 residents $50 non-residents Date: May 23, Wednesdays
Additional Sibling $15 July 18
Length: 6 classes Time: 10:00 - 11:15 am
Cost: $45 residents $50 non-residents
Learn to Play Ukulele Additional Sibling $15
Ages 8 & Up Length: 6 classes
Have you always wanted to learn the
ukulele but never seem to be able to carve out
the time? Learn the early techniques you need
to know in order to learn the songs that you love.
Students will learn how to hold, strum and tune
the ukulele. We start with folk songs to learn
basic chords, but quickly transfer that knowledge
to popular songs that you already know and love!
If you already have a ukulele, please bring it with
you. If you do not have a ukulele, spares will be
available on a first come first serve basis.
Instructor: Tai Kimmerly
Date: March 14, Wednesdays
Time: 4:15 - 5:00 pm
Cost: $60 residents $65 non-residents
Length: 6 classes
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Intro to Dog Obedience Puppy Preschool
Beginner class for dogs OVER 6 MONTHS OF AGE. For Puppies from 3 to 5 months of age. Help your
This is a fast moving class to teach you to teach new best friend develop the good habits he needs
your dog basic obedience. This class will require in order to become a valued member of your family
that you work with your dog 10-20 minutes a day circle. Socialization, intro to obedience, grooming
during the duration of the classes for best results. and problem solving are offered.
DOG OBEDIENCE
You will work with positive reinforcement with your Instructor: SMOTC
dog, teaching the basic obedience commands and
behaviors even having fun with your dog. We will Date: March 12, Mondays
use multiple methods while training, each dog is Time: 7:00 - 8:00 pm -or-
an individual and we will work with you with the 8:00 - 9:00 pm
method that will work best with your dog to get Cost: $57 resident $62 non-resident
the most out of the class. Length: 6 classes
You will need the following equipment week 1:
- Bring Dog’s shot records the first night of class Intro to Dog Obedience 2
- Bring your dog and the collar/collars that you are This fast paced class is designed to continue
currently using basic obedience training, helping handlers remove
- 6’ nylon or leather leash - No chain or expanding the food lures and master skills necessary to earn
leashes the AKC Canine Good Citizen (AKC CGC) award.
- Please bring a sandwich bag of soft small treats It is required all dogs have previous exposure to
and Treat pouch that will hook on your waistband/ classroom obedience. The AKC CGC testing will be
belt or Fanny pack or Carpenter apron with big offered to those that have mastered the necessary
pockets. skills on the last week of class.
Instructor: SMOTC Instructor: SMOTC
Date: March 12, Mondays Date: March 12, Mondays
Time: 7:00 - 8:00 pm Time: 8:00 - 9:00 pm
Cost: $57 resident $62 non-resident Cost: $57 resident $62 non-resident
Length: 8 classes Length: 8 classes
Advanced Novice Dog Obedience
Has your dog successfully completed a beginners
obedience class? Can he heel at your side with few
corrections and do a long sit and down without
getting up? The Advanced Novice Class focuses on
sharper obedience work, with off-leash heeling,
Therapy Dog Obedience recalls and stays including all Novice Rally exercises
This class will help to prepare students and their with courses. This is an excellent preparatory class
dogs to take the Therapy Dogs International to obtaining obedience/rally titles. By the end of the
certification test to become a certified class, you will be working off leash with consistency.
Therapy Dog team. The class will also address safety Instructor: SMOTC
precautions for you and your dog, proper visiting
techniques, getting around medical equipment Date: March 14, Wednesdays
and more. For this class your dog will need to work Time: 7:00 - 8:00 pm
reliably and test on a flat buckle collar or Cost: $57 resident $62 non-resident
non-correcting harness (leash fastens on the dogs Length: 8 classes
back) with a 6 foot leather or nylon leash. Dogs
will need to be proficient and reliable in all basic
obedience commands, heel, sit, down, leave it
and stay. We highly recommend that students
have taken 1 or more obedience classes prior to
registering for this class. Dogs must have reached
their first birthday on or before the last day of class
to be evaluated.
Instructor: SMOTC
Date: April 11, Wednesdays
Time: 8:00 - 9:00 pm
Cost: $42 resident $47 non-resident
Length: 4 classes
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Sanchin Ryu Karate Sanchin Ryu Karate
For Families Grades K - 8
Set in a fun, non-competitive and informative Students will be trained with proven, age-
SANCHIN RYU KARATE
atmosphere, this programs allows parents to learn appropriate techniques that are necessary for
alongside their children. Physical techniques will kids to protect themselves from attackers. This
be instructed along with drills and exercises to program is set in a fun, yet structured environment
help you have a positive experience with your self which will give your child a positive outlook on
defense education. learning a martial art. We focus on healthy attitudes vs
Instructor: Sanchin Systems perfection! Participants will achieve a great self
confidence and leadership through the physical
Date: March 29, Thursdays techniques, mental strategies, drills and exercises
June 7, August 9 they are lead through. Instructors hold a ranking
Time: 6:45 - 7:30 pm of at least 1st Degree Black Belt and maintain a
Cost: $80 residents $85 non-residents continual, bi-monthly certification to ensure the
Length: 8 classes highest level of quality for their students. This
is an ongoing course where students have the
Sanchin Ryu Karate for Adults & Teens opportunity to continue their education in the
same location with no hidden fees.
Ages 14 & Up Instructor: Sanchin Systems
Specifically designed to address personal-
protection concerns, this program instructs a
Date: March 29, Thursdays
broad range of strikes, combinations, footwork and
June 7
defense tactics. Receive specialized training
August 9
on how to deal with, get out of, and counter a
Time: 6:00 - 6:45 pm
multitude of grabs and attack scenarios.
Cost: $40 residents $45 non-residents
Instructor: Sanchin Systems
Length: 8 classes
Date: March 29, Thursdays
June 7, August 9
Time: 7:30 - 8:30 pm
Cost: $53 residents $58 non-residents
Length: 8 classes
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Yoga Blend Boot Camp
Ages 16 & Up Ages 16 & Up
Options for both beginners and experienced A great class for all fitness levels. A high
yogis offered. This is an alignment based class that intensity workout with a mix of strength training &
focuses on breath. Build strength through aerobic fitness that will deliver total body results.
FITNESS CLASSES
establishing and holding poses that progress into a This boot camp inspired workout will challenge you
steady flow. Please bring your yoga mat. mentally and physically, using just your own body
Instructor: Miranda Grove weight. A different workout every week to improve
Ari Martoia your overall fitness-strength, cardio, flexibility and
endurance. Work hard and have fun! Please bring a
Date: March 17, Saturdays May 1, Tuesdays water bottle, towel and yoga mat to class.
Time: 9:00 - 10:00 am 5:30 - 6:20 pm Instructor: Bre Young
Cost: $43 residents $48 non-residents
$9 drop-in Date: March 10, Saturdays
Length: 6 classes Time: 8:00 - 8:55 am
Cost: $61 residents $66 non-residents
$12 drop-in
Parent-Child Yoga Length: 6 classes
Breathe, bend & bond with your child (or
grandchild)! Accessible to all ages and experience
levels. Express creativity through movement and PiYo®
learn simple breathing techniques that can be PIYO® Live is a low-impact blend of strength
used both on and off the mat. At least one adult training and conditioning inspired by Pilates and
per family must attend. Kids age 5(ish) and up. Yoga. This workout will help increase strength,
Please bring your yoga mats. stability, stamina and flexibility. This class is filled
Instructor: Miranda Grove with choreography that is fun, challenging and will
make you sweat. Please bring a yoga mat, towel
Date: May 1, Tuesdays and water bottle. Register for two or more PiYo®
Time: 4:50 - 5:20 pm Live classes and save $18.
Cost: $35 residents $40 non-residents Instructor: Bre Young
$9 drop-in AM CLASSES PM CLASSES
Length: 6 classes Date: April 17, Tuesdays April 19, Thursdays
April 23, Mondays
Advanced Tai Chi June 11, Mondays
Wu Style Tai Chi Chuan for advanced students. July 30, Mondays**
Topics include form refinement, pushing hands, 24
forms, and meditation. This is for tai chi players who Time: 9:00 - 9:55 am 6:30 - 7:25 pm
have already learned these practices and wish to Cost: $61 residents $66 non-residents
refine them through practice with others. $12 drop-in
Instructor: Sam Purdy Length: 6 classes
**July 30 session is 5 classes at lower cost**
Date: March 7, Wednesdays
April 25, June 7, July 26 Self Defense for Women
Time: 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Cost: $45 residents $50 non-residents Ages 16 & Up
Length: 6 classes Can you defend yourself against a violent
attack? You don’t have to spend years training in an
expensive program. Learn valuable, life saving skills
Beginner Tai Chi from programs designed to increase your safety
For those who have never taken Tai Chi. Learn Wu after only one class! Learning is best
Style Tai Chi Chuan, an invigorating exercise for accomplished by doing. Our hands on course
health and peace of mind. Careful practice will teaches time-tested, relevant and realistic skills
improve coordination and increase relaxation. that are easy to learn and retain under stress.
Improve your health and concentration and learn Designed to be safe, this course instills confidence
to deal with stress more effectively. Try the 1st class by building on success. You are coached accord-
for free! ing to your own rate of progression. No previous
Instructor: Sam Purdy training required. Great stress reliever & lots of fun.
Instructor: Live Safe Academy
Date: March 7, Wednesdays
April 25, June 7, July 26 Date: May 8, Tuesday
Time: 6:00 - 7:00 pm Time: 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Cost: $45 residents $50 non-residents Cost: $35 resident $40 non-resident
Length: 6 classes
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Zumba®
Ditch the Workout - Join the Party! Zumba® is a dance fitness program done to a fusion of Latin and
International rhythms. Zumba® is a dynamic, exciting and effective fitness system. Lose weight, tone up and
enjoy yourself.
Monday Schedule - Spring Monday Schedule - Summer
AM Zumba ® Zumba Gold®
Instructor: Linda Johnson Instructor: Jennifer Lopez
ZUMBA®
Time: 11:30 am - 12:25 pm Time: 5:15 - 6:00 pm
PM Zumba ® PM Zumba®
Instructor: Jennifer James Instructor: Jennifer James
Time: 6:00 - 6:55 pm Time: 5:15 - 6:10 pm
Start Dates: Session 1 - March 5 Start Dates: Summer I - June 11
Session 2 - April 23 Summer II -July 23
No Monday Classes on April 2 or May 28
Tuesday Schedule - Spring Thursday Schedule - Summer
PM Zumba®
Zumba® Gold Instructor: Jennifer Lopez
Instructor: Jennifer Lopez Time: 8:30 - 9:25 pm
Time: 6:30 - 7:15 pm
Start Dates: Summer I - June 7
PM Zumba® Summer II - July 26
Instructor: Jennifer Lopez No Thursday Classes on July 5
Time: 7:30 - 8:25 pm
Start Dates: Session 1 - February 27 Zumba® Kids
Session 2 - April 24
No Tuesday Classes on April 3 Ages 7 - 11
Instructor: Linda Johnson
Wednesday Schedule - Spring Monday
Time: 6:00 - 6:45 pm 5:15 - 6:00 pm
AM Zumba® Late Winter/Spring Summer
Instructor: Linda Johnson
Time: 11:30 am - 12:25 pm Start Dates: Late Winter - March 5
Spring - April 30
PM Zumba® Summer I - June 11
Instructor: Linda Johnson Summer II - July 23
Time: 8:00 - 8:55 pm
Start Dates:
Session 1 - February 28
Session 2 - April 18
Zumba® Kids Jr
No Wednesday Classes on April 4 Ages 4 - 6
Instructor: Linda Johnson
Thursday Schedule - Spring Wednesday
Time: 4:30 - 5:15 pm
PM Zumba®
Instructor: Jennifer Lopez Start Dates: Late Winter - February 21
Time: 8:30 - 9:25 pm Spring - April 11
Start Dates: Session 1 - March 1
Session 2 - April 19
No Thursday Classes on April 5 Zumba® Pricing
Pick 1 Class
Saturday Schedule - Spring $31 resident $36 non-resident
Pick 2 Classes
AM Zumba®
Instructor: Jennifer Lopez
$55 resident $60 non-resident
Time: 11:00 - 11:55 am Pick 3 Classes
$73 resident $78 non-resident
Start Dates: Session 1 - March 10
No Saturday Classes on March 24 or 31 Drop-in to any class for $8
2400 Robina • Berkley, MI • 248.658.3470 9Babysitter Safety CPR/AED/First Aid
Ages 11 & Up Be prepared when seconds count! Learn from
Learn to be safe and responsible. Build confidence. the American Red Cross programs that set the
Have a competitive edge over other babysitters. national standard to respond effectively to adult,
One-day class. Topics include: First aid, when child and infant cardiac and choking emergencies,
sudden illness, bleeding and other life-threatening
SAFETY CLASSES
and how to call 911, CPR with manikin practice,
choking, fire safety, discipline, crime safety and conditions. You will learn the proper use of an
Automated External Defibrillator (AED) and your
more! Please bring a bagged meal and a beverage.
vital role in the chain of survival. Each student will
Instructor: Live Safe Academy
have the use of their own mannequin to practice
and demonstrate skills. Students will receive the
Date: August 12, Sunday
First Aid / CPR / AED Participant Packet and State
Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
of Michigan Good Samaritan Law regarding the use
Cost: $55 resident $60 non-resident
of an AED unit and CPR (additional materials will
be available for purchase). Adult CPR w/AED, Infant
Pet First Aid and Child CPR, and First Aid certification cards will
Our pets depend on us for their safety, well be issued upon successful completion of course
being and happiness. But what do you do when requirements (now valid for two years). Please note
your pet is having a medical emergency? You can’t that you must arrive on time to be certified.
call 911. There’s no EMS for our pets. We have to Instructor: Live Safe Academy
learn how to provide the care they need.
Instructor: Live Safe Academy Date: March 19, Monday
June 11, Monday
August 7, Tuesday
Date: March 13, Tuesday Time: 6:00 - 9:30 pm
May 1, Tuesday Cost: $90 resident $95 non-resident
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Cost: $45 resident $50 non-resident
Marine/Boater Safety
Open to persons of all ages. This course is designed
Safe on Campus to teach you how to be a safe and responsible
Statistically women are in the greatest danger boater. Covering basic fundamentals: boat
twice in their life, when they are going to college maintenance, personal watercraft & boat
and when they are senior citizens. But the most operation, legal requirements of boating, personal
common crimes against women are easy to avoid if preparedness & survival skills. After passing
you know how to recognize the warning signs and the required test, those 12 years and older are
you know what to do. Learn real world self-defense given Boating Safety Certificate cards. Persons born
for every day people from an instructor who has after 12/31/1978 are required to have this
been teaching self-defense in colleges since 2003. Certification Card in their possession while operating a
Simple skills that are easy to learn and remember Personal WaterCraft on State of Michigan Waterways.
and that have a proven track record of saving lives. Preregistration is required. No refunds.
Instructor: Live Safe Academy Instructor: Chuck Comstock
Date: August 20, Monday Date: May 14 & 16, Monday & Wednesday
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 pm Time: 6:00 - 9:30 pm
Cost: $35 resident $40 non-resident Cost: $15
Length: 2 classes
Babysitting/Home Alone ORV Safety
Ages 8 - 14 Open to persons of all ages, but is required for
Discussion will center around setting up a students ages 12-17 who wish to operate an ORV
babysitting business, growth/development, (Off Road Vehicle - ATV, motorcycle or related
taking care of infants/children, what to do in an 2-wheel, 3-wheel or 4-wheel vehicle) without
emergency and safety precautions when home direct adult supervision. To earn your certificate,
alone. Certificates will be presented upon students must attend 7 hours of instruction, pass a
completion. Hands-on activities are featured and written exam and be 12 years of age by April 15th.
many informational handouts will be distributed Students ages 8-10 must be accompanied by an
during class. adult.
Instructor: Learning Pathways Instructor: Chuck Comstock
Date: March 12, Monday Date: May 5, Saturday
Time: 5:00 - 7:00 pm Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Cost: $20 resident $25 non-resident Cost: $15
10 berkley.maxgalaxy.netSouth Oakland County Soccer
Soccer Camps & Multiple Levels of
Soccer Training in and Around Berkley
Tryouts for Storm (Girls) and Force (boys)
Premier Teams
Open Practices June 11-14
Tryouts June 16-19
Open practice and tryout schedules will be published in April
Inquire about Spring Rec team openings:
socsregistrar@gmail.com
Summer Camps with British Elite
Soccer Training
Let your child tune his/her soccer skills this summer by attending
soccer camp led by the SOCS Premier coaches!
Beginner to Intermediate Camps Intermediate to Advanced Camps
July 9th - July 13th (Mon - Fri) July 30th - August 3rd (Mon - Fri)
Ages 3-4: 11 am - 11:45 am Age 6-11: 9 am - 11:30 am or 9
Ages 5-6: 9 am - 10:30 am am to 3 pm
Ages 6-18: 9 am - 11:30 am August 6th - August 9th (Mon - Th)
Ages 6-18: 9 am - 3 pm Age 10-19: 5:30 pm - 8 pm
For more information and
registration visit our website:
www.socsFC.com
2400 Robina • Berkley, MI • 248.658.3470 11Are your kids looking for something fun to do 11 Weeks of Camp
over the summer? Do they like going on field trips
and playing games? If so, then Berkley Parks and
Recreation Day Camps are the place to be. June 18 - August 30
Summer Day Camp is perfect for parents who work
SUMMER CAMPS
throughout the summer. A normal day of camp
beings at 8:45 am and ends at 5:00 pm. Early drop-
off (7:30 am) and late pickup (6:00 pm) are available
for an additional fee each week and give parents the
flexibility to work around their schedules.
Parents are able to sign their children up for three,
four or five days a week with pricing based on the
amount of days. Parents are also able to pick which
days their child attends each week
Each week, campers will have the opportunity to go
on a field trip, go swimming and enjoy a tasty treat
from a local fast food restaurant or local ice cream
shop. Campers will also have the opportunity to
create art in the craft room and learn new games
with their new friends.
2018 Price Chart
Resident Non-Resident
3 Day Week $113 $128
4 Day Week $139 $154
5 Day Week $160 $175
Early Bird $1500 $1650
Full Summer $1600 $1750
AM or PM
$15 $15
Extended Camp
12 berkley.maxgalaxy.netBoys Basketball Camp Cheer/Gymnastics Camp
Grades 3 - 8 Ages 4 & Up
Basketball Camps teach offensive skills, team Come join the fun and learn some new moves
concepts, shooting, ball handling, passing and this summer. Our Jump-A-Rama instructors will
one on one. Campers will learn defensive skills promote fitness, proper arm movements,
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including team defense, rebounding, stance, dance routines, cheers, jumps, stretching, basic
footwork and techniques. Camps will also tumbling and stunting. Your child will also cover five
include free throw, 3 on 3 and hot shot contests. important components to successfully be a team
All participants will receive a t-shirt and basketball. player: building unity, responsibility, leadership,
Instructor: BHS Coach Joe Sermo discipline/rules and friendship. Your child will focus
on cheer-pom in the morning and gymnastics in
Date: June 18 - 22 the afternoon. Pom poms and camp t-shirts will be
Time: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm available for purchase from the instructors for $15
Cost: $82 on the first day of camp. A performance will take
place on the last day.
Instructor: Jump-A-Rama
Session 1
Date: June 25 - 29
Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Cost: $190
Session 2
Date: July 30 - August 3
Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Cost: $190
Girls Basketball Camp
Grades 3 - 8 Cheer Only Gymnastics Only
Basketball Camps teach offensive skills, team Time: 9:00 - 11:30 am 12:15 - 3:00 pm
concepts, shooting, ball handling, passing and Cost: $97 $97
one on one. Campers will learn defensive skills
including team defense, rebounding, stance,
footwork and techniques. Camps will also Baseball Academy Camp
include free throw, 3 on 3 and hot shot contests. Ages 6 - 12
All participants will receive a t-shirt and basketball. Players will work in small groups to insure
Instructor: Coach Ben Bancroft constant participation in drills, activities and
games. Through a fun and engaging atmosphere,
Date: June 18 - 22 proper baseball fundamentals, teamwork and
Time: 12:30 - 3:00 pm sportsmanship will be taught. Players are grouped
Cost: $72 by age and ability to ensure appropriate skill
development, including basic skills up to game
strategies. Skill development focus: fielding,
Soccer Camp throwing, hitting, baserunning. Special features
include: baseball card trading, skills competitions
Ages 5 - 11 and a hot dog roast. Please bring a glove, bat, cleats
Using our progression-oriented curriculum, your (optional), hat, sunscreen, water bottle, lunch or
young athlete will gain the technical skills and money for pizza lunch and/or Gatorade, and a great
sport knowledge required for the next step into attitude. T-Shirt included
soccer. Designed for beginner and intermediate Instructor: Coach Andy Fairman
players, this camp focuses on dribbling, passing,
shooting and ball control. Go to www.skyhawks. Date: June 25 - 29
com for more detailed information. Please bring Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
shin guards, water bottle, sunscreen and soccer or Cost: $215
tennis shoes. Camp is held at Men’s Club Field on
11 Mile Road in Huntington Woods.
Instructor: Skyhawks
Date: June 18 - 22
Time: 9:00 - 11:30 am
Cost: $130
2400 Robina • Berkley, MI • 248.658.3470 13Camp Oak- Ventures Sports Starters Camp
Ages 6 - 12 Ages 3 - 5
Do your kids love adventures and exploring new An introduction to the wonderful world of sports
places? Oakland County Parks’ Adventure Day and games. Toddlers learn the basics of a variety
Camp consists of County Park tours, spending their of sports including: basketball, tee-ball, soccer,
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time in the great outdoors! football, floor hockey and more! Fun and silly drills
reinforce the fundamentals while letting kids
Possible camper activities will be: advance at their own pace. We emphasize effort
Making waves at our waterparks, strolling trails and participation in a safe, nurturing environment.
through guided nature hikes, laying under the Children must be 3 by the first day of class and
stars in our star lab, shooting archery, scaling a must be potty-trained. Bring a water bottle and
rock wall and soaring through the air with a free wear gym shoes. Camp will be held at Community
standing zip-line! Campers will also spend their days Ball Field #3 so please park in the off-street lot on
running through inflatable obstacle courses, Cambridge.
playing mini golf, doing crafts, and participating in Instructor: Leisure Unlimited
wacky games to name a few!
Date: July 16 - 20
What to Bring: Time: 9:15 - 10:15 am
Campers are required to bring a lunch, 2 snacks, Cost: $55 residents $60 non-residents
refillable water bottle, sunscreen, socks, tennis
shoes, bathing suit and towel to camp each day.
Kiddie Soccer Camp
More Information: Ages 4 - 6
Please plan to arrive at the Berkley Community Introduce your youngsters to the non-stop
Center at 7:20 am to check in with Berkley P&R action & fun of soccer. Using progressive skill drills,
Staff before departing on the Oakland County Bus. students learn the fundamentals including
Camp registration includes t-shirt, all park entries trapping, dribbling, kicks, passing, throw-ins,
and tickets throughout week of camp. Ages 6-12 shooting, player positions and rules. Kids advance
(Must have completed Kindergarten) by first day of at their own pace and will play scrimmages against
camp. each other. We teach with fun and humor to make
Oakland County Parks and Recreation this a positive learning experience. Wear gym shoes
and bring a water bottle. Protective gear is optional.
Date: July 9 - 13 Children must be 4 by the first day of class. Camp
July 30 - August 3 will be held at Community Ball Field #3 so please
August 13 - 17 park in the off-street lot on Cambridge.
Time: 7:30 am - 4:10 pm Instructor: Leisure Unlimited
Cost: $140
Date: July 16 - 20
Little Ninjas Camp - Half Day Time: 10:30 - 11:30 am
Ages 4 - 11 Cost: $55 residents $60 non-residents
Join us for interactive obstacle courses to
conquer, jump, climb and slide your way through.
Participate in drills to beat your best time.
Fencing Camp
Everyone will be awarded with a certificate and Ages 8 - 17
ribbon of completion. This is an introduction to the art of fencing. The
Instructor: Jump-A-Rama fundamentals and philosophy behind foot and
body movements will be presented in a
Date: July 9 - 13 supportive environment. Our experienced
Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Fencing coach will teach offensive and defensive
Cost: $110 techniques along with in game strategies. The
program will also include match play ending with
a tournament on the final day. This class will also
teach life lessons through sports and encourage
good sportsmanship, respect and responsibility.
Bring: Water bottle, wear athletic clothing
Includes: T-shirt, Merit award.
Instructor: Skyhawks - Dylan Smith-Gorman/WSU
Date: July 16 - 20
Time: 9:00 - 11:30 am
Cost: $130
14 berkley.maxgalaxy.netGirls JR Volleyball Camp Little Ninjas Camp - Full Day
Grades 5 - 8 Ages 4 - 11
Camp is designed to meet the needs of players Join us for interactive obstacle courses to
entering the grades 5-8 in the fall. The summer conquer, jump, climb and slide your way through.
clinic is designed to focus on all aspects of the Participate in drills to beat your best time.
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game with an emphasis on fundamentals. By Everyone will be awarded with a certificate and
showing young athletes how to accelerate their ribbon of completion.
individual and team concept skills, a love for the Instructor: Jump-A-Rama
game is stimulated. Campers will receive a camp
t-Shirt, camp gift, and chances to win individual daily Date: July 23 - 27- Full Day Camp
prizes for skill contests. This camp is held at BHS. Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Instructor: BHS Coaches Chantelle Korson & Cost: $190
Rebecca Flood
Date: July 16 - 20
Crafty Scientist Camp
Time: 4:00 - 6:00 pm Ages 5 - 7
Cost: $72 We will be exploring chemistry, earth science
and physics. We will craft windmills to learn
about renewable energy, get messy exploring
changing states of matter and build catapults that
will launch every child into a new love of science
Girls Volleyball Camp and learning. This camp will help all children gain
Grades 9 -12 more knowledge and understanding through many
Camp is designed to meet the needs of players engaging STEM related activities while building
entering the grades 9-12 in the fall. The summer new friendships.
clinic will focus on all aspects of the game with an Instructor: Miss Laura
emphasis on position specific techniques (defense,
setting, hitting, and serving). The clinic will also Date: July 23 - 27
expose athletes to the faster pace implementation Time: 9:00 - 11:00 am
of these skills in competitive drills and game play. Cost: $85
This camp is a perfect preparation for high school
level tryouts. Campers will receive a camp t-Shirt,
camp gift, and chances to win individual daily
Chess Camp
prizes for skill contests. This camp is held at BHS. Ages 4 & up
Instructor: BHS Coaches Chantelle Korson & Join us this summer for tons of challenging chess
Rebecca Flood lessons, exciting games, and cool prizes. You’ll
improve your chess skills, meet new friends,
Date: July 16 - 20 and work out your most powerful muscle - your
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm brain! Our camps include fun team chess games
Cost: $72 (like bughouse), recess time (of course), snacks,
tournaments and puzzles. Each camper receives a
T-shirt, trophy and puzzle folder.
Instructor: Chess Wizards
Wrestling Camp Date: July 23 - 27
This camp is an introduction to the sport of Time: Half Day 9:00 am - 12:00pm
wrestling with skills and drills that teach wrestling Full Day 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
and also incorporate physical fitness into the clinic. Cost: $155 (Half Day)
We cover positions, moves and rules with a focus on $245 (Full Day)
sportsmanship and training through adversity. This
is an energetic, entertaining and fast paced Camp.
Camp includes a special Clinic on Wednesday with
2012 Olympian, Jake Herbert.
Berkley Panthers Coach Aaron Dean
USA Wrestling Bronze Certified Coach
Beginner Camp Wrestling Camp
Ages 5 - 9 Ages 9 & Up
Date: July 16 - 18 July 18 - 20
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 pm 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Cost: $40 $40
Discount available for 3 or more wrestlers
2400 Robina • Berkley, MI • 248.658.3470 15Golf Camp LEGO® Challenge Camp
Ages 5 - 11 Grades 1 - 5
Skyhawks Golf focuses on building the Each participant will discover new subjects
confidence of young athletes through proper and will build/play with 2 different models
technique and refining the essential skills of the each day. This program integrates LEGO® with
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game. Golf is a challenging and lifelong sport, scientific and mathematical principles in a FUN
so young athletes need proper focus on the and EXCITING way! Teaching is conducted using
fundamentals of form, swinging, putting and body customized LEGO® kits with motors, gears and
positioning. To assist in this training, Skyhawks batteries. The programs utilize an Edutainment
has adopted the SNAG (Starting New At Golf) (Education + Entertainment) approach,
system. SNAG is specifically designed for the entry- transforming the learning process into a game
level player and simplifies instruction so that young while introducing children to theoretical and
players can make an easy and effective transition practical knowledge in the fields of science,
onto the golf course. No need to bring your own technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM).
clubs - all equipment is provided. This camp is Instructor: Building Engineers
held at Community Field #3 so please park in the
off-street lot on Cambridge. Date: August 6 - 10
Instructor: Skyhawks Time: 12:30 - 3:00 pm
Cost: $129
Date: July 30 - August 3
Time: 9:00 - 11:30 am Preschoolers Soccer Starters Camp
Cost: $130
Ages 3 - 5
This fun-filled camp is a basic introduction to
Self-Defense & Safety Camp the great sport of soccer. Toddlers will learn
various kicks, trapping, passing, shooting,
Ages 6 - 10 positions and rules while working toward in-camps
Have fun and learn to be safe at the same time!
scrimmages. Kids play at their own pace. Our
Learn real self-defense and practice on an
emphasis is on participation and effort to make this
instructor wearing a padded suit. You’ll also learn
a positive learning experience. Children must be 3
fire safety, how to use 911, stranger awareness, drug
by the first day of class and must be potty-trained.
resistance, first aid, gun accident prevention and
Bring a water bottle and wear gym shoes. Camp
more. Cartoons, physical & classroom games and
will be held at Community Ball Field #3 so please
expert guests are just some of the fun activities in
park in the off-street lot on Cambridge. If there is
this camp. Parents, nothing is more important than
bad weather the Camp will be held in the Berkley
our children. This camp is more than just a week of
fun, it’s an investment into a lifetime of safety. Pack Community Center.
Instructor: Leisure Unlimited
a lunch & snack each day.
Instructor: Live Safe Academy
Date: August 13 - 17
Time: 9:15 - 10:15 am
Date: July 30 - August 3
Cost: $55 residents $60 non-residents
Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Cost: $150
K’NEX Big Builders Camp
Ages 4 - 6 Tee-Ball Camp
Each participant will discover new subjects and will
build/play with 2 different models each day. Big
Ages 4 - 6
Make a hit with tee-ball this year. Kids will learn
Builders Camp illustrates theoretical knowledge
fundamentals including throwing, catching,
in these fields through the use of stories, thinking,
batting and fielding. Directions are easy-to- follow.
social games and model building – and HAVING
Fun, progressive drills allow kids to advance at their
FUN!!
own pace in a safe, nurturing environment. Players
Instructor: Building Engineers
will also learn the importance of effort, teamwork
and sportsmanship. Wear gym shoes and bring a
Date: August 6 - 10
water bottle. Mitts are optional.
Time: 10:00 - 11:30 am
Instructor: Leisure Unlimited
Cost: $76
Date: August 13 - 17
Time: 10:30 - 11:30 am
Cost: $55 residents $60 non-residents
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2400 Robina • Berkley, MI • 248.658.3470 17SENIOR CENTER INFORMATION
Weekly Activities at All Night Strut
the Berkley Community Center at Meadow Brook Theatre
The All Night Strut! moves through the
Euchre Club - 12:30 pm Depression, WWII and the post-war boom in a
1st & 3rd Mondays two-act musical celebration of the 1930s and ‘40s,
filled with jazz, blues, and American songbook
Pinochle Club - 12:30 pm standards. Weaving together the work of
2nd & 4th Mondays legendary song writers such as Hoagy Carmichel,
Frank Loesser and the Gershwins. The story moves
Wii Bowling - 11:00 am through time and place to highlight a slick slice of
Every Tuesday yesteryear and capture a beloved American era.
With songs such as Chattanooga Choo Choo,
Bingo - 12:30 pm Minnie the Moocher, Ain’t Misbehavin’ and more.
2nd & 4th Tuesdays
Date: May 16, Wednesday
Berkley Neighbors - 6:30 pm Time: 12:45 pm - Community Center Departure
Every Tuesday 12:15 pm - Oxford Towers Departure
Cost: $38
Matinée Movies - 1:00 pm
1st & 3rd Wednesdays
Mahjong - 12:00 pm
Detroit Tigers vs Los Angeles Angels
Every Thursday at Comerica Park
Take me out to the ball game,
Scrabble - 1:00 pm Take me out with the crowd;
2nd & 4th Thursdays
Join us as we head to Comerica Park to see the
One-on-One Computer Classes Detroit Tigers take on the Los Angeles Angels. Each
Have your questions ready for Marta and be ready ticket will come with a coupon for a free hot dog
for an informative one-on-one session. Bring your and soft drink.
laptop, Kindle, phone, tablet, (Windows, Android, or
Apple) or combination and learn how to use your Date: May 31, Thursday
device or make sure your security is up to date. Time: 11:30 am - Community Center Departure
Remember to bring your power cord(s). 11:00 am - Oxford Towers Departure
Cost: $45
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